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Flicks & Fun: Unforgettable Movie Night Ideas

A bowl of popcorn, a comfy blanket, and maybe a box of candy or soda are all you need for a classic movie night. While we can’t offer any advice for helping everyone agree on the same movie, we do have a few suggestions for creating an unforgettable movie night the entire family will enjoy. 

 

Movie Night in the Park 

 

There’s just something about watching a movie in the park with a huge group of people that adds something special. The city of Kyle has been showing movies in the park once a month all summer. If you’ve missed previous movie nights, you’re in luck because there’s still one more on September 20. 

 

Grab the family and head over to the Gregg-Clarke Park basketball courts, 1231 W. Center Street, for a 7 PM movie. Blankets, chairs, food, and coolers are allowed, and you may even win a raffle prize. The September 20 movie will be the animated comedy Migration, rated G.

 

Drive-in Movies

 

If you’ve never been to a drive-in movie, it’s a retro blast from the past that is completely different than the standard movie theater experience. It’s the quintessential throwback date night and is equally fun for a family outing as well. 

 

Austin’s Doc’s Drive-in Theatre shows both classic and new releases and has a full snack bar to satisfy any movie night cravings that are sure to pop up. Doc’s is also a bit cheaper than the standard movie theater ticket. Tickets are $10 for guests 12 and up and $6 for children ages 4 to 11. Kids 3 and under are free. 

 

Set up a Projector

 

Taking movie night from the small screen to the big screen in your own home is easier than ever. Movie projectors are both better and more affordable than they’ve ever been and allow you to turn an entire wall into a screen for movie night. 

 

For an added dose of fun, consider setting the projector up outside in the yard or driveway and use a bedsheet as a screen for a movie night under the stars.

 

Pillow Fort Fun

 

This one’s for the little kids or just the young at heart. Why not take the cushions off the couch, grab a few sheets from the linen closet, or maybe a sleeping bag, and build a classic pillow fort on the living room floor for movie night? 

 

This activity adds a bit of whimsy to movie night and kids will love cozying up to mom and dad while watching their favorite movie. If you really want to get creative, consider decorating your pillow fort with some Christmas lights for extra ambiance. 

 

Don’t Forget the Snacks

 

You really can’t have a movie night without snacks (and why would you want to?). Popcorn is a classic go-to, but instead of opting for just an easy bag of microwave popcorn, consider making it the old-fashioned way on the stove and topping it with any number of tasty toppings like cinnamon and sugar, chocolate drizzle, or parmesan cheese. 

 

Candy and soda are movie night standards, but if you’re looking for something on the healthier side, consider chips and guac, peanut butter and apples, baked mozzarella sticks, and fruit smoothies. 

A comfy living room where the entire crew and spread out and relax is key to any successful movie night. To learn more about the available homes in the Crosswinds community, contact our team today.

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Community Connections: Local Volunteering Opportunities

There are an endless number of ways that a person can spend their free time, but few are as nurturing to both the individual and others as volunteering. The need for volunteers across many areas has only increased in recent years, making volunteers even more vital to many non-profits and charities.

 

If you have a heart for giving back, consider donating your time and skills to some of these organizations around Kyle and beyond. 

 

Provide a Meal

 

One of the best ways to give back to the community is by giving a meal. Roughly 1 in 8 Texans don’t know where their next meal is coming from, but there are thankfully a variety of organizations in our area working to change this. 

 

Hays County Food Bank: This area food bank serves an average of 153,000 individuals every year. In addition to providing food, it also helps to provide people with job opportunities to reduce the risk of hunger. A variety of volunteer opportunities are open to both individuals and groups.

 

Meals on Wheels: Whether it’s because of a lack of a vehicle or disability, many adults don’t have a means of getting to the grocery store. Meals on Wheels is an army of dedicated volunteers who cook delicious and nutritious meals for residents and then bring those meals to them. Through this volunteer work, they’re able to serve over 5,000 residents in Central Texas. 

 

Spread Community Goodwill

 

Women of Unity: This local non-profit is dedicated to helping women of all ages and backgrounds find their purpose and make a positive change in their lives, families, and communities. The program is always in need of women who want to help other women through life/career coaching, prayer support, and other mentoring needs. 

 

Adopt a Street: Taking pride in how one’s community looks is always a good thing, and the City of Kyle has a way for residents and groups to do just that. To help keep Kyle beautiful, organizations, businesses, and individuals can adopt one mile of a street and volunteer to keep it looking good through clean-up days four times a year. 

 

Keep The Party Going

 

Kyle has some fantastic community events many of these simply wouldn’t be possible without volunteer help. 

 

Pie in the Sky Festival: Kyle’s famous hot air balloon and pie extravaganza draws thousands of visitors every year. To make this event a standout success year after year, dozens of volunteers are needed to help with parking, ticketing, vendor services, and parking. If you’d like to help, email Lauren at llyons@cityofkyle.com 

 

Holiday on the Square: Each Christmas, Mary Kyle Hartson City Square Park is transformed into a holiday wonderland with a tree lighting, carolers, Santa appearances, and food and drink vendors. Volunteers are part of the holiday magic that to keep this tradition alive. While this year’s event is still months away, it’s never too early to be thinking about how you can get involved when December rolls around.

Volunteering is a great way to strengthen community connections and build up the place you call home. If you’d like to find a home in Kyle, reach out to the Crosswinds team to learn more.

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Upcoming 2024 Events in Kyle, Texas

The year has just started but already there’s a lot happening in Kyle. From winter through the spring and into summer and fall, there are plenty of fun events for families going on throughout the year. 

Valentine’s Day Dance for People with Disabilities – This special dance party for guests with physical disabilities is going down February 9 from 5:30 – 8 PM at the Gemstone Palace on Bunton Creek Road. The Valentine’s Day-themed dance party will have a DJ, giveaway prizes, snacks, games, photo opportunities, and lots more! Admission is free, but you do need to make a reservation. 

Easter at the Train Depot: Hop on by the historic Kyle Train Depot over Easter weekend for this special community event. Starting on Saturday, March 30, at around 10 AM, families can come by for photos with the Easter bunny, cookies, and lemonade. This event is completely free and is sure to be a fun way to celebrate the holiday. 

Kyle Market Days – This ongoing farmers’ market/craft fair is one of our favorite recurring events throughout the year. Beginning the second week of April and running through early November, the community is invited to gather at Mary Kyle Hartson Park from 9 – 2 to enjoy live music, fresh produce, and baked goods, as well as handmade arts and crafts. 

Kyle Fair aTex-Travaganza – There’s no better way to welcome the end of the school year and kick off summer than a day at the fair. Head down to Lake Kyle the weekend of May 17-19 for rides, live music, games, and every kind of carnival food imaginable. It’s also the only fair we know of that aims to bring together people with the name Kyle for a celebration of Kyle!

Independence Day Celebration – Come out and celebrate our nation’s birthday with this community fireworks celebration sponsored by the City of Kyle. While this year’s event hasn’t been fully planned out, last year’s event featured the well-known Austin cover band, The Grooves putting on a free concert prior to the 9:30 PM fireworks show. The event is always free to attend, and there are plenty of visible spots to watch the show around downtown Kyle. 

Kyle Pie in the Sky Festival – Perhaps Kyle’s most well-known event is this annual hot air balloon festival. This year’s event will take place August 30-31 and feature over a dozen vibrantly colored hot air balloons. In addition to hot air balloon rides, there will be live music lineup, pie baking and eating contests, and plenty of other food to satisfy your appetite. 

Founders’ Day Parade – Everyone is welcome to come out the second weekend in October to share in the town’s birthday celebration at the annual Founders’ Parade. Kyle’s founding dates all the way back to 1880, and this family-friendly event will kick off the parade around noon before concluding with a small celebration at Mary Kyle Hartson Park during Kyle Market Days. 

Daily Events – While the above events are some of the bigger events happening in our community, there are plenty of smaller events you can attend every day. From bird walks to yoga, movie nights, and city board meetings, your best way to stay up-to-date with what’s going on in Kyle is to check out the City Calendar. 

Needless to say, there’s a lot to love about living in Kyle. If you’d like to find your dream home here, reach out to us to learn more about the Crosswinds master-planned community.

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