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Five Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Kyle, Texas

It’s November, and that means Thanksgiving is right around the corner. With so much to do and prepare for when it comes to  Thanksgiving in Kyle, Texas, your friends at Crosswinds decided to put together a list of the top five things to do to celebrate the holiday this year.

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Cook for the Family at your New Home in Kyle

One of the oldest and most standard of Thanksgiving traditions is cooking and eating a meal with loved ones.  What better excuse is there to invite your friends and family over to enjoy food, drinks and good company with you at home in Crossroads’ master-planned community?

Go Out to Eat

If you don’t feel like hosting a large get-together, you can always organize an evening out at a restaurant. Several options in and around Kyle stay open on turkey day, many with special menus crafted especially for the Holiday. Skip the long day cooking and all the cleanup and enjoy time with those you love.

Go see a movie at EVO Entertainment

Another tradition observed by several families is going out to see a movie together before or after having Thanksgiving dinner. There is no better place to watch movies this Thanksgiving in Kyle than EVO Entertainment. With movies, bowling, an arcade and restaurant on top of the concession stand, EVO 11 in Kyle is the place to spend your Thanksgiving this year.

Football and Turkey

If it’s Thanksgiving in the U.S., it also means its time for some football. Yet another beloved tradition, especially in Texas, Thanksgiving brings a lineup of three NFL games that last all day long. Set up camp in your favorite seat, sit back and watch every game unfold while spending time with those you love most, even if they root for the wrong team.

Make DIY decorations for dinner

Like to overachieve? If cooking dinner and cleaning up are not enough for the go-getter in you, then try making your own fall decorations for the big meal. There are lots of fun ways to personalize your home in Kyle this Thanksgiving. Try this collection of fun and original DIY projects to make your home feel amazingly Autumn.

Contact Crosswinds today to stay up-to-date on other things to do for Thanksgiving in Kyle and for more information on things happening in our master-planned community. You can also connect with Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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4 Things To Do Near Kyle This November

November is here and we can’t wait to participate in all the fun things to do near Kyle this month! From fall festivals to certipied pie runs and holiday kickoffs, there are plenty of events to enjoy for every member of your family near our master-planned community.

Family Fall Festival

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When: Monday, November 5

Where: Chick-fil-A Kyle

What Time: 5PM-8PM

The Family Fall Festival is back again this year and definitely one of the things to do near Kyle this month! Come out to the Chick-fil-A Kyle location from 5-8PM on Monday, November 5 for a night of fun, face painting, balloon animals, a bounce house, costumes and a petting zoo!

 Pie Run

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When: Saturday, November 10

Where: Laura B Wallace Middle

What Time: 8AM – 10AM 

As the Certipied Pie Capital of Texas, Kyle has many great pie-centric events near Crosswinds, and the Pie Run is no different! Get the family together for a race day celebrating education, victories, movement and yes, pie! There will be a 5K Run/Walk and a 1K Fun Run. The 5K for adults (19 and over) is $20 and $15 for students 18 and under. They will also be accepting food donations for Hays County Food Bank. So grab some canned goods and get ready to run for fun and all things pie! Ready to sign up? You can register here.

Santa Claus and Kid Entrepreneur Markets

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When: Saturday, November 24, Sunday, December 2 and Saturday, December 8

Where: Cross Plant and Produce

What Time: 2PM-4PM

Get into the holiday spirit starting November 24 at Cross Plants and Produce where they will be hosting their Santa Claus and Entrepreneur Markets. Come ready to shop at the daily farm market where you can find your family’s Christmas tree, get a photo with Santa for $5 and support the annual kid entrepreneur market booths where you can meet Kyle’s young bakers, inventors and crafters!

Santa on the Square

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When: Saturday, November 28

Where: Mary Kyle Hartson City Square Park

What Time: 4:30PM-9PM

If you’re on the hunt for one of the ultimate holiday things to do near Kyle, it is hands down the annual Santa on the Square event! Since 1999, Kyle has welcomed Santa to the Square and invited him to help in the Lighting of Downtown Kyle. Join our local community from 4:30PM-9PM on November 28 for the official Kyle kick off to the holiday season. Local school choirs will be singing holiday songs, kids can enjoy free activities and food vendors will be there to keep your holiday hunger at bay.

Are you ready for all of these November events near our master-planned community? Contact Crosswinds today to stay up-to-date with all the fun things to do near Kyle, and for more information on things happening in our master-planned community. You can also connect with Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

 

 

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The City of Kyle, Where Are We Headed?

The city of Kyle, TX has been no stranger to change in the last few years. Located in one of the fastest growing regions in Texas, this suburb of Austin continues to develop at an astounding pace. The master-planned community of Crosswinds is perfectly situated inside Kyle to help you take advantage of all that central Texas has to offer. Take a minute with us to check out some of the biggest news in development from Kyle, Texas.

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Growth in Kyle, Tx

While many people in Kyle are excited about what growth and development can bring to the community, just as many worry about what it will cost in taxes to achieve these things. Kyle has started to look to developers to solve this problem. Some of their solutions include the creation of a Residential Style Guide, implementing special taxing districts and working with regional partners, so development can pay for itself.

What’s coming to Uptown Kyle?

A good example of future development by the city is a proposal to the work on Uptown Kyle, a mixed-use development. New additions could include sit-down restaurants, boutique retail shops, destination retail, and premium office space.

The proposal will ask Kyle’s city council to authorize tax increment financing, a special taxing tool, to help finance the public amenities on location that will benefit Kyle as a whole. This includes things such as enhanced streetscapes, plazas, water features, parking structures and decorative lighting.

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To Crosswinds, informing the families in our community about what’s going on in Kyle is important. That’s why the city’s growth and development means so much. With all that’s going on, there’s little wonder why Kyle, TX is Austin’s next in-demand suburb.

Now is the perfect time to make the move to the city of Kyle, and Crosswinds has plenty of beautiful new homes in Kyle available for you to consider starting in the $200s. Contact us today to schedule a tour of our master-planned community, and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to experience the Crosswinds lifestyle.

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Education in Kyle, Texas – Growth on the Rise

Opportunities for education in Kyle seem to be growing as fast as Hays County itself! After being named the 4th fastest growing county in the US by the Census Bureau last spring, there has been a lot of news about education that may impact or be of interest to many of our Crosswinds families. Take a look at these trending topics about the education in Kyle, including news about Kyle schools and HCISD.

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Plans for Growth by HCISD in Kyle Communities

HCISD expects to exceed 20,000 enrolled students for the 2018-19 school year. An increase of almost 20 percent from the 2012-13 school year. Even though HCISD is set to increase their capacity in the next year, demographic projections show that in the 2027-28 school year, HCISD expects to enroll more than 25,000 students. This means that more schools are needing to be built in order to keep up with population trends.

New Alternative Schools in Kyle 

IDEA Public Schools, a statewide charter school network, opened its new campus in Kyle, south of Steeplechase Park, last month. The location will have two IDEA schools, the Academy and College Prep, and operate under the philosophy that all children should have the opportunity to go to college. The tuition-free charter school campus in Kyle serves K-3 and 6-7 grade levels. IDEA Public Schools holds a random lottery to ensure equal access for all applicants

Meanwhile, the Florida-based Doral Academy plans to open its Kyle/Buda campus for the 2020-21 school year. This tuition-free facility will focus on science, technology, engineering and math. Though it will enroll about 600 students K-6 to start, Doral Academy Texas plans to expand to serve K-12. The enrollment process is also determined by a lottery system.

ACC Hays Campus Opens State of the Art Public Safety Training Center

Back in August, Austin Community College opened a $22.4 million Public Safety Training Center at their Hays campus in Kyle. The PSTC will train students to become first responders in law enforcement and emergency medical service roles. The state-of-the-art facility includes an indoor firing range, emergency vehicle operation course, emergency situation simulation facility and a swift-water rescue course.

The ACC Hays campus opened in 2014, four years after HCISD voted in favor of joining the college system’s taxing district. Last year, it enrolled nearly 1,700 students. ACC Hays also has a co-enrollment program with Texas State University.

It’s easy to see that education opportunities inside Kyle communities are on the rise. Give your kids the best educational opportunities and make the move to Crosswinds today. View our available homes and find your new breathtaking home today. To stay up to date on education in Kyle, or our master-planned community, be sure to follow Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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What Will the Hays Logistics Center Bring to Kyle?

Already one of the fastest growing suburbs in the state of Texas, Kyle is about to get even bigger. A new development sitting west of I-35, the Hays Logistics Center, might be the key to Kyle’s long-term future. When officials broke ground on the new 108-acre lot, they knew it was a step in the right direction. Now, as the first of two 200,000 square-foot buildings sets to open this winter, that dream is about to turn into reality.

What Will the Hays Logistics Center Bring to Kyle?

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Why does Kyle need the Hays Logistics Center?

Approximately 85 percent of Kyle residents commute outside the city, which is not an ideal situation. With that knowledge, the city began pooling resources to make a place where residents can enjoy a high quality of life while working within the city they call home. The development is one part of the city’s strategic economic development plan, which aims at creating high paying jobs in Kyle. The availability of rentable space enhances the ability of the city to attract employers.

How did it happen?

The new center would not have been possible without the triple freeport tax exemption. This tax means a business does not have to pay an inventory tax on qualified freeport goods that leave the state within a 175-day period. A vote by the Hays CISD back in 2017 paved the way for this tax exemption and the development.

Kyle, a place to call home.

Viewed as a turning point in the city, the Hays Logistics Center is scheduled to house Alsco. The uniform and workwear services company has already started hiring for their Kyle location and is one of the first companies to set up shop at the center. With so much invested in the center by the city and its partners, there are sure to be even more companies that look to call Kyle home.

In Kyle, family comes first, and that’s why this development means so much. The ability to live and work in the city of Kyle extends benefits to both employer and employee. With all that’s going on, there’s little wonder why Kyle, TX is Austin’s next in-demand suburb. This is the perfect time to make the move to Kyle, and Crosswinds has plenty of available beautiful new homes starting from the $200s. Contact us today to schedule a tour of our master-planned community, and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to get a glimpse at the Crosswinds lifestyle.

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3 Things to Do Near Kyle this September

Summer fun may be pretty much done, but there’s still plenty of fun things to do near Kyle that we’re sure your family will have a blast attending. If you’re looking to fill up your calendar with great September events, Crosswinds has you covered.

Kyle Pie in the Sky

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When: Friday, August 31 – Sunday, September 2

Where: Lake Kyle Park

What Time: Friday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Saturday 6:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 10:30 PM and Sunday 6:30 AM – 12:00 PM 

Come join us to celebrate the second annual Pie in the Sky Hot Air Balloon Festival for Labor Day Weekend and watch 25 beautiful hot air balloons take to the sky. Of course, with Kyle, TX being the Pie Capital of Texas, there will also be a pie eating and pie baking contest. Keep up with any event updates on the Kyle Pie in the Sky Facebook event page, and you can purchase your tickets here.

Kyle Market Days

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When: Saturday, September 8

Where: Kyle Historic City Square

What Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Hands down one of our favorite regular Kyle events, the Kyle Market Days happen every second Saturday of the month. Market days really encompass what it means to “Keep it Kyle,” by giving local farmers, chefs, artists and more a chance to connect with the community and giving the community a chance to support the various local Kyle businesses and families. This will also be the last Kyle Market Day for 2018, so don’t miss your chance to go to this great local event. 

Austin Oktoberfest (AustOberfest)

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 When: Saturday, September 29

Where: The Austin Saengerrunde & Scholz Garten

What Time: 5:00 PM -11:00 PM

It’s that time of year again! Time to break out your lederhosen, and get ready to celebrate Oktoberfest in Austin, or as they call it “AustOberfest.” This is the sixth annual AustOberfest, which celebrates Central Texas German heritage in everyone’s favorite way – with beer and food. If you’re on the hunt for fun things to do near Kyle and want to experience the food, beverages, music and more of another culture, then celebrating Oktoberfest at the AustOberfest is a must. Stay up-to-date on any announcements by following the Facebook event page, and get your tickets on the Eventbrite page.

We hope these few Kyle events and things to do near Kyle give you a few fun ideas to plan out some fun activities with your friends and family. To stay in the know about all things happening in our master-planned community and around Kyle, connect with Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Why Kyle is Austin’s Next In-Demand Suburb

If you haven’t heard, Kyle, Texas is Austin’s next in-demand suburb and it’s no surprise! In Austin, home prices are on the rise and time spent on the market is decreasing, causing homebuyers to look elsewhere for their next home. While Round Rock and other northern suburbs are still hot areas, consumers are looking to the south, specifically Kyle. If we know a thing or two about our hometown, it’s that it is a great place to live, but there are many benefits that make it Austin’s next in-demand suburb.

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Proximity

First and foremost, one of the biggest reasons Kyle is becoming the next popular Austin suburb is because of how close it is to the city. Only 20 miles from downtown, our master-planned community in Kyle offers families a place to call home that’s close enough to Austin without having to actually be in Austin. This makes commutes manageable and family outings to the big city a breeze.

Affordable Homes

Another thing making Kyle Austin’s next in-demand suburb is the affordably-priced homes. In June, the median price for single-family homes in Austin was $388,000 while the median price for single-family homes in Hays County was $284,900. And if you are a young family looking to own your first home, Crosswinds offers homes built by our 3 amazing homebuilders starting from the $200s.

Thriving Local Business Scene

As you may have read from our Keeping it Kyle blog series, the local businesses in the area are thriving, and as they continue to thrive, so does our community. Along with many local businesses, the Kyle City Council also recently approved plans for a new business park located 5 minutes away from Crosswinds. The 500,000-square-foot development aims to attract new manufacturing businesses and bring more jobs to the area.

A City Designed for Families and Lifestyle

In Kyle, we always put families first. That’s why the city is beginning to roll out what they call “quality of life initiatives” to give families even more wonderful things to do in Kyle. These initiatives include signature events, recreational amenities and trails, just to name a few.

What do you think about Kyle, TX being Austin’s next in-demand suburb? If you’re already a resident, we hope you’re excited to see all the continued growth in our community. If you aren’t a resident yet, but are ready to be, contact Crosswinds today. We’d love to show you around our master-planned community and tell you all about our lovely city.

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Back to School with Hays CISD

Sadly, summer break is coming to an end and it’s time to start getting ready to go back to school. For all our Crosswinds students and parents, here are some things to note for going back to school with Hays CISD and the specific Kyle schools that our master-planned community feeds into.

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Going Back to Pfluger Elementary School

If your child is returning to Pfluger Elementary School, then you already know how great of a school it is, and if your kid is just now about to start Kindergarten or you just moved to Crosswinds, you’ll instantly fall in love with this school. At Pfluger, their mission is to encourage students to take educational risks and be accountable to themselves and others. To make sure your kiddos are all set to go back to school, here’s the Pfluger Elementary School supply list for all grades.

Going Back to Chapa Middle School

Middle school is a transitional time in a child’s life. Help your child find an activity they’ll love by looking at the great electives offered at Chapa Middle School. At Chapa, the Cougars put an emphasis on building pride through Character, Opportunity, Unity, Generosity, Accountability and Relationships. Get your middle schoolers all set on supplies with the Hays CISD general middle school supply list.

Going Back to Lehman High School

Time sure does fly! One moment you’re taking them to their first day of Kindergarten and the next they’re in high school. With even more opportunities for students to take classes that peak their interest, Lehman High School offers a wide array of electives and extra-curriculars. You and your teen can check them all out on the Departments page of the school’s website. For your high schooler’s school supplies, Hays CISD doesn’t have a standardized supply list for grades 9-12. For their first day of class, students should bring basic supplies like pens, pencils and paper. Each teacher will inform the students of the supplies they’ll need for that specific class.

While it can be sad when summer break ends because that means less opportunities for impromptu family time, we hope this helps you get your kid ready and pumped for another great school year at Hays CISD. To stay in the know about fun things regarding Hays CISD or the family-fun lifestyle of our master-planned community, be sure to follow Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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3 Things to Do Near Kyle this August

Are you searching for things to do near Kyle to wind down the summer? There’s always something fun to do near Crosswinds, and these August events near Kyle are the icing on the cake.

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Art Squared Art Market

When: Saturday, August 11

Where: San Marcos Downtown Square

What Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Head on over to San Marcos to see all the great artwork from local artists at Art Square Art Market. All art featured is handmade, original artwork being sold by the artists themselves. Aside from getting to see beautiful artwork in beautiful San Marcos Downtown Square, you can also enjoy live music, free yoga, free kids’ arts and crafts and a farmer’s market adjacent to the art market.

Movies on the Lake – Black Panther

When: Friday, August 17

Where: Lake Kyle Park

What Time: Movie begins after dark 

The Movies on the Lake series is possibly one of our favorite events that takes place near our master-planned community. The movie for August, which is also the last movie on the lake until next year, is Black Panther. While this was a massive Marvel blockbuster, it is still PG-13, so parental guidance is advised.

Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival

When: Sunday, August 26

Where: Fiesta Gardens – Austin

What Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Are you a lover of spicy food, or making food even spicier? Then the Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival is right up your alley! The 28th Hot Sauce Festival will feature nearly 400 different hot sauces that can be tried with all sorts of food, including the classic tortilla chip.

If you’re on the hunt for fun things to do near Kyle this August, we’d certainly recommend these 3 events near our master-planned community. To learn about even more fun events near Kyle, connect with Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Keep it Kyle and Keep it Cool with La Ola Pop Shop

This Texas summer heat is truly no joke! Thankfully, La Ola Pop Shop, one of our favorite local businesses in Kyle, has all the summertime sweets that make it easy to beat the Texas heat.

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The Scoop on La Ola Pop Shop

With experience going back for generations, this local Kyle business stems from a long line of Mexican Paleteros and Heladeros. That great depth of experience and family knowledge helped La Ola Pop Shop master the craft of making delightfully refreshing ice pops (paletas) and ice cream that help the people in Kyle, Texas beat this dastardly summer heat. Like some of our favorite local businesses in Kyle, La Ola Pop Shop is located in downtown Kyle and is the perfect stop to make before exploring all of downtown Kyle.

Paletas

Paletas/Ice Pops/Popsicles – it doesn’t matter what you call them. What matters is how delicious and refreshing it is when you first get that freezing treat that seems to send a chilly wave straight through your body. When it comes to the flavors, La Ola Pop Shop has more than you could ever ask for! They have refreshing fruit-based paletas like mango, pineapple and watermelon, but they also have cream-based paletas like pecan, Oreo and strawberry cheesecake. That isn’t even all! They also have seasonal flavors that they rotate, so make sure to ask about them when you visit. You won’t be disappointed.

Ice Cream

Now if you’re craving a treat that comes in a scoop and not a stick, then you’ll really want some of the amazing ice cream scooped up at La Ola Pop Shop! For a scoop that is refreshingly fruity, you’ll love their fruit-based ice creams like mango and strawberry. For your more classic, cream-based ice creams, they’re scooping up flavors like key lime pie, pistachio and, of course, chocolate. As with the paletas, they have seasonal flavors of ice cream that you can only discover by going to the store!

They don’t just stop at paletas and ice cream though! You’ll have to go visit them to see just all their cool concoctions. La Ola Pop Shop and many other local businesses in Kyle are trying to help everyone beat this dreadful summer heat. Stay cool and close to home by supporting these great local establishments near Crosswinds that give us all such fun things to do in Kyle. Want to get the scoop on all things Kyle? Connect with Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter today!

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