Bay Area Alliance Hosts 5th Annual Crazy Krewe Fun Run/Walk

The Bay Area Alliance for Youth and Families (BAAYF) invites the public to their family-friendly event on Saturday, March 7^th. Register for the 7K Fun Run or the 3K Walk; both will start at Clear View High School, located in Webster at 400 South Walnut. This annual family friendly event offers free activities, food, and entertainment.

This event is the only Bay Area Fun Run/Walk that takes participants over the NASA Bypass. The timed race will present medals to the top 3 female and 3 male finishers in the following age categories: elementary school age, intermediate school age, high school age, 19yr. to 35yr, 36yr to 59yr, and 60yr and over. To register online and for more information, go to their website.

BAAYF is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization. This event will also provide an opportunity to send a positive message about healthy choices for youth and their families.

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By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

The Evolution of the League City Regional Chamber of Commerce

Since 1948, the North Galveston County Chamber of Commerce had supported the communities of Clear Lake Shores, Dickinson, Kemah, League City, and many business members within those areas. An unexpected major announcement was made by the Board of Directors to dissolve the group, due to financial reasons, in July 2014.

The League City Chamber of Commerce was established in 1998 and served League City,Dickinson, Seabrook, Webster, Kemah, Nassau Bay, Clear Lake Shores, El Lago, Taylor Lake Village,Santa Fe,Texas City, San Leon and Clear Lake.

The League City Chamber welcomed former North Galveston County Chamber members and businesses in 2014, and the subject of a new name was approached. On January 2, 2015, the League City Chamber of Commerce name was changed to Bay Area Houston Regional Chamber of Commerce.  But there was controversy about the loss of “League City” brand in the distinctive group’s name.

After another month of discussion, the Chamber’s membership approved and announced the name “League City Regional Chamber of Commerce” as the final brand change to the community. Now that the Chamber has come to an agreement, business can move ahead for the year.

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By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

League City Hosts 20th Annual Fishing Extravaganza – February 28th

Have you ever fished in a City Pool? If not, then you haven’t been to the City of League City’s Annual Fishing Extravaganza. Consider joining neighbors and friends for this family friendly event. Hundreds of fish will be placed in the city pool, located at 450 West Walker, and you will have a chance to catch them on Saturday, February 28^th.

Registration is open now for League City residents (non-residents–Feb 12). You may take home what you catch, fileting will be offered for a fee. If you catch a ‘tagged’ fish, you win a prize! For more information and how to register, contact the Parks & Rec Dept. at 281.554-1180 or visit the City of League City website or Facebook page.

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By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

A Texas Tradition – Go Texan Day – February 27th

“In order to preserve our proud Texas tradition and build awareness of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™, the Show challenges schools, businesses, organizations, and clubs to participate in a one-day event that will build pride in our Texas and Western heritage throughout Houston and the surrounding areas.” (Excerpt from the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo [HLS&R] website).

   

A total of 12 Trail Rides begin their journey to Houston; beginning at different times due to the distance they travel. The Los Vaqueros Rio Grande Trail Ride began their 386 mile ride which began in Reynosa, Mexico. The Texas Independence Trail Ride, established in 1961, will pass through the Bay Area, stopping overnight at local parks. All of the trail riders will meet in Houston, camp overnight in Memorial Park (Feb 27), and then join together to take their final ride in the HLS&R parade (Feb 28).

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check the calendar for events/activities in your city.

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By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Annual Housing Family Fair to be Held in Dickinson – February 21st

The City of Dickinson and the Dickinson Fair Housing Work Group will hold their annual Housing Family Fair on Saturday, February 21, 2015, from 10 am  to 2 pm, at Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, 2910 Hwy 3, in Dickinson. This free event, designed for first time home buyers, will be a one-stop shop for those interested in learning about the resources available to potential homebuyers.

Local organizations and real estate experts will be on hand to discuss credit counseling programs, home maintenance and home safety tips, home lending and first time homebuyer assistance programs. There will also be hot dogs, popcorn, and drinks available at no cost.

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check the calendar for events/activities in your city.

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By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Clear Creek Cleanup – February 21st

The 16th Annual Clear Creek Environmental Foundation’s Cleanup will be held on Saturday, February 21, from 8am until around 2pm. Volunteers should gather at the FM 270 (Egret Bay Blvd) boat ramp on the League City side of the bridge. Cleanup preparation for volunteers can be found on the foundation’s website; be prepared to get muddy and wet. For more information, call 281.830-3419 or visit the foundation’s Facebook page.

The mission of Clear Creek Environmental Foundation is to preserve and enhance the Clear Creek and Clear Lake environment to maintain its natural resources and beauty for the present and future.

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By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Brockway Realty Announces a New Listing for $314,900 in Midtown Village!

Penny Brockway of Brockway Realty is proud to assist her clients in the sale of their beautiful home in EADO.  The home has double crown molding, hardwood floors, 5 inch Colonial baseboards, 42'' cabinets and granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms. Washer, dryer and refrigerator are all included.

Imagine yourself just minutes from world class restaurants, parks, museums, entertainment, sport venues, the theatre district and Metrorail.

Please click here for more information.

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Another Sale in West Ranch, Friendswood, Texas!

Penny Brockway of Brockway Realty was proud to represent the buyer of Highland Home’s model home at 900 Cactus Ridge Court in booming West Ranch!

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Price Reduction in The Landing of League City

New price reduction for this spacious 5 bedroom/2.5 bath home with private study located in the heart of League City. Generous sized lot and tons of upgrades including a fully remodeled kitchen, crown molding, custom built-ins, fresh paint, fixtures, new tiling and carpet for this move in ready home!

Call (832) 794-9024 for more details or to schedule an appointment today. Priced to Move at: $205,000

By Dinah BuPane, Real Estate Agent of Brockway Realty - Friendswood Specialist

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

New Medical Center Now Serving Pearland Area

More and more people like the Pearland area, and what Pearland has to offer. Beside the homes, subdivisions, shopping and other amenities; residents also like to have medical assistance close by. On January 17^th, Pearland got its first full-service hospital, the Pearland Medical Center, located at 11100 Shadow Creek Parkway. The new $71 million -144,000 square foot facility held an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 9^th.

The 33-bed, acute-care *HCA-affiliated hospital offers medical/surgical beds, intensive care beds, an emergency department, labor and delivery and postpartum recovery suites, dedicated cesarean-section operating rooms, surgical suites, and a Level II NICU in addition to a general nursery. The facility is expected to employ 250 full-time staff members and 150 physicians.

More information about the Pearland Medical Center can be found on their website.

*HCA = Hospital Corporation of America http://hcahealthcare.com/

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By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Just Sold: 737 Mayhill Ridge Lane in Westover Park

Brockway Realty proudly represented the buyers in the building of their new Highland Home in Westover Park. Congratulations to the owners of 737 Mayhill Ridge Lane, in League City Texas!

By Dinah BuPane, Real Estate Agent of Brockway Realty - Friendswood Specialist

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

New Construction for Sale in Seabrook!

Located at 1325 N. Meyer Road in Seabrook, Texas, this beautiful new construction by US Custom Home is located in a quaint 13 lot subdivision.  Southern coastal design with plenty of big windows from which you can enjoy the serene water views.  Two minutes from the bay.  Enclosed entry stairs lead to an oversize and open concept family room/kitchen living area.  Big front and back porches.  No HOA dues, MUD or PID taxes.  At this point, buyer can still choose selections.  Upgrade incentives for completed contract by 3/31/2015.

Click here for more information.

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

February Father-Daughter Dances in the Bay Area

City of League City, February 6
Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dinner and Dance; Location: Hometown Heroes Park, 2105 Dickinson Ave, League City; from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. For more information and how to register, visit the City of League City website or call 281.554-1180.

City of Texas City, February 13
Father-Daughter Dinner & Dance; Location: Charles T. Doyle Convention Center, 2010 5^th Ave N., Texas City; from 6 pm to 10 pm. For more information call 409.643-5990.

City of Friendswood, February 21
Daddy-Daughter Dinner & Dance, Location: Activity Building, 416 Morningside Drive, Friendswood; from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. To register for this event, please call 281.996.3220 or visit parks.friendswood.com.

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check the calendar for events/activities in your city.

Brockway Realty Blogs - Keeping you in touch with League City, the Galveston Bay Area, and beyond.

By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Interfaith Caring Ministries 5th Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2015
Location: League City, 151 Park Avenue
Registration, parking information and map: Active.com OR Call 281.332.3881 ext. 1103, for more information

Do you have an inner Super Hero? Local runners of all ages are invited to come dressed as their favorite Super Hero and participate in the Interfaith Caring Ministries (ICM) 5^th Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk. There will be a ‘Kids K’ beginning at 8 am and the adult 5K Fun Run/Walk starting at 8:10 am.

Interfaith Caring Ministries is a 501c (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to honor our faiths and strengthen our community one family at a time, by helping local families, individuals, and seniors in need. Proceeds from this event will benefit ICM’s ongoing services, assisting local families who are in an economic crisis due to issues such as: illness or unemployment. Each month, ICM assists hundreds of local area families

Brockway Realty maintains a Community Calendar on their website; check this calendar for events/activities in your city.

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By Pamela Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Just Listed By Brockway Realty in Sought After Bay Forest!

This beautiful one story patio home in the Clear Lake area is located in Bay Forest Retreat and features french doors in master and study, built-ins in study and family room, carpets that have never been lived on, crown molding throughout the home and plenty of storage!

Please click here for more information.

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog

Texas Interstate-45 Widening and Overpass Project Timetable Updated

January 2015 - (El Dorado Overpass, Southbound on I-45)

The Texas Interstate-45 widening and overpass bridge project schedule has been updated and posted on the City of Webster’s website. Listed below are just excerpts taken from that webpage:

“…Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT’s) project includes widening the Interstate’s main lanes to five lanes in each direction, demolishing the bridges at Bay Area Boulevard and El Dorado (Dixie Farm Road has already been completed) to facilitate smoother main lane mobility, reconfiguring some of the on and off connections, and enhancing the feeder roads both north and southbound.

The El Dorado overpass on I-45 is scheduled to be closed from March 2015 to August 2015. All work relating to the El Dorado intersection, access roads, on & off ramps should be completed around November 2015.

Prep work for the Bay Area bridge closure will begin in September 2015; this will consist of construction of the detour lanes, temporary on & off ramps, and work on underground utilities.The actual closure of the Bay Area overpass is slated for April 2016. The closure will last until June 2016. All work related to the Bay Area Blvd. intersection and access roads is scheduled to be completed by September 2016.”…

According to Texas Department of Transportation’s updated schedule, this entire project is due to be completed in July 2017. Traffic has, and will, become more congested and irritating as the construction comes closer to the heavier populated areas of the Bay Area. Residents should keep aware of road closures and, if necessary, find alternate routes when traveling during this road construction.

January 2015 - (Bay Area Blvd Overpass, Southbound on I-45)

Previous Brockway Blog on this topic:  Update on Gulf Freeway South Widening Project in the Bay Area May 2014 , June 9, 2014.

By Pam Moore, Feature Blogger for Brockway Realty

Originally Posted on Brockway Realty LLC's Official Blog