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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.

Keep it Kyle and Keep it Cool with La Ola Pop Shop
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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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Crosswinds at a Glance – Crosswinds FAQ

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You’ve probably heard a lot about Crosswinds, our new master-planned community in Kyle, or maybe you haven’t, but either way you want to know more. Get to know more about our community and the new homes at Crosswinds with the answers to these frequently asked questions.

Why is Crosswinds the perfect place to call home?

As a picturesque master-planned community in Kyle, Crosswinds is the ideal location for families who want to be close to Austin but not actually live in the city. Essentially, Crosswinds is the perfect place for you to stretch out your arms and take in a deep breath of fresh air.

What is there to do at Crosswinds?

The community amenities at Crosswinds are excellent for families that want to spend time together outside. More than 130 acres of parks, trails and greenbelts provide plenty of space for biking, jogging, picnics and so much more! Let’s not forget about the newly opened Windy Point Amenity Center, which features a resort-style pool to help you beat the summer heat.

What school district is Crosswinds in, and what schools will children attend?

Our community of homes near Austin is part of the renowned Hays CISD. As for the specific schools, kindergarten through fifth grade attend Pfluger Elementary, sixth through eighth grade attend Chapa Middle School and ninth through twelfth grade attend Lehman High School.

Who are the homebuilders, and what are their lot sizes?

We have three exceptional builders that create the beautiful new homes at Crosswinds: Highland Homes, Meritage Homes and Pacesetter Homes. As for the lot sizes, Highland Homes builds on 50’ lots and 60’ lots, Meritage Homes builds on 50’ lots and Pacesetter Homes builds on 40’ lots and 50’ lots. We know that it can be hard to pick a builder, and that’s why we wrote a little guide to help you figure out which builder is the one for you!

What are the yearly HOA dues?

For our master-planned community, the yearly Home Owner Association dues are $575 and include maintenance of the community amenities and common areas. Our HOA is also managed by Guardian Associate Management.

Who handles utilities and cable?

The City of Kyle handles the water, sewer and trash collection. Natural gas is handled by CentralPoint Energy and electricity is handled by Pedernales Electric Cooperative. Lastly, internet, phone and TV are handled by Time Warner Cable.

We hope these answered some of your questions about our lovely master-planned community in Kyle! Now, if you still have some questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the new homes at Crosswinds. You can also get a feel for our community by connecting with Crosswinds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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What Becoming Certipied Really Means for Kyle, TX

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No, it isn’t a typo…Kyle, Texas is officially certipied! So…what does that mean? Well, let us tell you all about it in this week’s blog!

The Pie Capital of Texas

While it is a fun little play on words, “certipied” represents how Kyle, Texas has been trying to make a name for itself by branding the city as the Pie Capital of Texas. Where is this self-given title coming from, you might ask? Well, it all comes from the fact that Kyle, Texas has been the home of The Texas Pie Company for 32 years.

What makes this branding so unique is that rather than Kyle trying to create and then live up to some aspirational identity, they took a look at what was already in the fiber of their existence, which is PIE! This means that it’s absolutely easy for Kyle, Texas to live up to being certipied as the Pie Capital of Texas.

Standing Out from Austin

Okay, so aside from general branding, one of the other big benefits to making a name for ourselves as Kyle – the Pie Capital of Texas, is to be able to stand out from Austin. While we love Austin, it can be hard for the smaller surrounding cities to have a strong identity. All the cities around us struggle with the same thing, and that is why so many have started to branch out to try and make themselves be seen as near Austin, not part of it.

If you’re ready to be certipied and want to stand out from the Austin norm, come take a look at our beautiful new homes in Kyle. Not only can they be the perfect fit for your family, but you’ll also just be that much closer to the amazing Texas Pie Company! To learn more about Kyle becoming certipied, check out this great Community Impact article! Contact Crosswinds in Kyle, Texas today for more information.

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3 St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations Near Kyle, TX

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With St. Patrick’s Day just a couple of weeks away, it’s time to start making plans for how you’re going to celebrate! If you’re in Kyle, Texas, there are plenty of fun festivities that’ll be happening all around our master-planned community! To help you find the best celebrations, Crosswinds in Kyle, TX is sharing a list of the 3 best St. Patrick’s Day events near Kyle, Texas.

1. St. Patrick’s Day Austin

The biggest blow out of green and gold and Irish spirit in Austin, the city’s St. Patrick’s Day festival is quite the spectacle. Head out to Pioneer Farms in Austin from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm to enjoy all they have to offer. There will be plenty of live music and other fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.

2. St. Patrick’s Day at The Dog & Duck Pub

If you’re looking for some Irish fun before and after the city event, head over to The Dog & Duck Pub from 9:00 am to midnight to hear live music, watch traditional Irish dancing and even a comedy show! They’ll also be serving fish & chips and pints all day.

3. St. Patrick’s Day at Fado Irish Pub

Shutting down West 4th Street and pitching tents for bands, beers and other spirits, Fado Irish Pub knows how to throw a St. Patrick’s Day celebration! This festival is sure to make you go green with Irish spirit as you celebrate the Austin way. This Saint Patrick’s Day celebration is serving as fundraising to help children battling cancer. Get your tickets to this event today!

These three events are sure to help your St. Paddy’s Day be a cheery one! If you’d like to know more about our master-planned community near Austin, contact Crosswinds in Kyle, TX today!

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Fun Things to Do in Kyle, Texas

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Kyle, Texas is filled with plenty of fun things for you and your family to do! Today, Crosswinds is sharing some of the most entertaining things you can do near our new homes in Kyle, TX.

EVO Entertainment

Serving as the premier hot spot for overall entertainment, EVO Entertainment in Kyle, Texas has it all! Fun for the whole family, you can bowl, play games or watch a movie, and this theater has a slew of films from educational documentaries to the top box office hits. The 14-lane bowling alley has state-of-the-art technology to make your bowling experience as fun as possible!

Kyle Market Days

The Kyle Market Days are the perfect place to find some local wares and goods. On the second Saturday of every month from April to September, you can go down to the Historic City Square Park and find everything from fresh, local produce to antiques and other garage-sale type items.

Lake Kyle

If you and your family want to experience the beautiful nature of Kyle, Texas, then head out to Lake Kyle! This conservation preserve is open from sunrise to sunset and is a great place to go fishing. There are also a few nature trails that you’ll want to explore if you go.

The Jumpy Place

Do your kids ever have so much energy that you would swear they’re bouncing off the walls? Well, they can do just that at The Jumpy Place! Filled with bounce houses and obstacle courses, it’s considered one of the best places near our new homes in Kyle, TX to have a birthday party for young children. Designed for children 1-10 years old, The Jumpy Place is a safe place where your younger children can play. They even have a special toddler area to ensure their safety.

These are just four of the many fun things to do near Crosswinds. If you’d like to learn more about our master-planned community of new homes in Kyle, TX, contact us today!

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