Lone Star Flight Museum Proceeds with Plans to Move Inland

The Lone Star Flight Museum has been located in Galveston at Scholes Field,2002 Terminal Drive, since 1990. The museum has become home to a collection of historic aircraft from the World War II era. Some of those planes include a B-17 Flying Fortress, P-47 Thunderbolt, and an F-22 Raptor. Along with the static displays, guests can purchase a flight aboard its T-6 Texas, open-cockpit biplane PT-17 Stearman and T-41 Mescalero. Educational tours are also available for students of all ages.

But all of this came to a halt, in 2008,  when Hurricane Ike’s high winds and high water pummeled the Galveston coastline. Some of the aircraft were flown further inland, but the museum’s structure sustained damage and the storm surge brought in 6-8 feet of saltwater. Substantial damage was made to historical static displays, but major damage was made to the aircraft by the saltwater, the muck that came along with the storm surge, or by floating into walls.

Artist rendering of the new Lone Star Flight Museum at Ellington Field, [Lone Star Flight Museum]

The decision was made in 2011 when the Houston City Council approved a 40-year contract with the museum for 14 acres at Ellington Field, part of the Houston Airport System. Although the museum had become one of Galveston’s featured tourist attractions, the museum needed a location that would keep the historical displays/aircraft protected.

On November 9, 2015, the Lone Star Flight Museum broke ground on it’s new $35mil museum at Ellington Airport. The 130,000 square-foot location, located at 11551 Aerospace Avenue, will house the historical aircraft, the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame, a technology aviation learning center, and opportunities to purchase flights aboard several aircraft.

Former astronaut Bonnie Dunbar (third from right) joins Ellington Airport and Lone Star Flight Museum officials to break ground for the new 130,000 square foot facility in Houston. (collectSPACE)

While local residents observe the development of the Houston Spaceport at Ellington Airport, the construction of the new museum will also be taking place. The museum is projected to be open by February 2017.

For more information about the Lone Star Flight Museum, visit its website and Facebook page.

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Welcome 2016 at the Kemah Boardwalk Family Celebration

For more information about the Kemah Boardwalk New Year’s Eve Celebration, visit the Kemah Boardwalk website or Facebook page.

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Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas from Brockway Realty, LLC

May your Christmas sparkle with moments of love, laughter and goodwill, And may the year ahead be full of contentment and joy. Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas.

  
~~Holiday Greetings from Brockway Realty, LLC.~~

A Friendly Reminder:
Clear Creek, Dickinson, Friendswood, and Texas City Independent School Districts
Will be on Holiday Break from
Monday, December 21, 2015 through Monday, January 4, 2016

Another Major Hospital System Selects League City as Location for New Center

On November 12, 2015, Memorial Hermann Houston, announced plans for its largest Convenient Care Center to be built in League City, Texas. (Press Release)

The 47,500 sq. ft. medical facility will be built in Pinnacle Park, a 100 acre mixed-use town center development, located south of Cabela’s (still under construction) along the Gulf Freeway. The freestanding facility will offer 24-hour emergency, on-site imaging, and lab services. Other components will include primary care, a breast center, physical therapy, and a multi-specialty care clinic. The project is expected to break ground in 2016 and open in 2017.

Rendering of Memorial Hermann Convenient Care Center in League City
(PRNewsFoto/Memorial Hermann Health System)

This announcement is just one of the latest medical facility news for Bay Area residents. The University of Texas Medical Branch, (UTMB), and University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center have either built or recently announced new clinics/centers, which is creating a new Medical Center Hub between Houston and Galveston.

Brockway Realty previously blogged: UTMB Expansion Slated to Begin in League City on 1/27/2013; Update on Victory Lakes UTMB Expansion & Bay Area Regional Medical Center on 5/27/2014; UTMB and M.D. Anderson Announce First-Ever Collaboration for Center in League City on 8/24/2015.

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The City of League City Celebrates “100,000” During Community Celebration

League City Event Announcement ~ “The City of League City will mark a major milestone in the City’s history with a community celebration on Dec. 29, at 1:30 p.m., at Hometown Heroes Park.  The celebration will highlight the City reaching 100,000 in population and will also focus on the important role our citizens’ play in making League City the best place to live, work and play.

“It is important for us to preserve our history and our small-town feel even though we will shortly exceed 100,000 in population,” said City Manager Mark Rohr. “The celebration we are hosting pays tribute to our heritage and creates a community gathering area for us to celebrate what we have achieved together and, more importantly, focus on what is to come.” City staff selected Hometown Heroes Park as the location to commemorate this milestone to help foster community spirit and camaraderie.”

“We will plant three trees – a Live Oak, a Red Oak and a Bur Oak – in forming a unity triangle during the ceremony,” said Rohr. “The Live Oak represents our tradition, heritage and strength. The Red Oak represents the transition our City is going through. And, the Bur Oak, represents our future and our next generation of League City residents.” The celebration, which is co-hosted by the City of League City and the League City Regional Chamber of Commerce, is free and open to the public.

“It is exciting to be one of almost 300 cities in the United States with a population of 100,000 or more,” said Steve Patterson, League City Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO. “Our future is very bright and with the staff we now have at the City and a City Council which has shown its desire for well-planned growth, we are in good guiding hands.”

A 50-year time capsule capturing the heart of League City today will also be planted at Hometown Heroes Park to help future residents and City officials have a better understanding of the vision League City was built upon.

“We hope the entire community comes out to the celebration,” said Rohr. “League City is what it is today because of our citizens. We still have a long way to go in building the future of League City and are committed to engaging with our community to implement their Roadmap to the Future.” City Staff is seeking community input regarding items to include in the time capsule. Details on how to submit suggestions will be released shortly.”

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JUST LISTED IN TREMONT TOWER, HOUSTON!

Condominium in Tremont Tower: $254,000

Beautiful, acclaimed, unique TREMONT TOWER, with private garage parking. Pristine unit has hardwood floors, granite counters, carpet in bedroom + loft up. Washer/dryer will be included. Refrigerator, ceiling fans. Downstairs has a second bedroom that can be a bedroom or a study. Super large private balcony overlooking the skyline of Houston. Tremont Tower has a pool, gym and unparalleled open spaces on each floor; beautifully furnished and decorated for occupants to enjoy. Truly stunning!

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JUST LISTED IN TREMONT TOWER, HOUSTON!

Condominium in Tremont Tower: $242,000

Beautiful, acclaimed, unique TREMONT TOWER, with private garage parking. Pristine unit has hardwood floors, granite counters, carpet in bedroom + loft up. Washer/dryer will be included. Refrigerator, ceiling fans. Downstairs has a second bedroom that can be a bedroom or a study. Super large private balcony overlooking the skyline of Houston. Tremont Tower has a pool, gym and unparalleled open spaces on each floor; beautifully furnished and decorated for occupants to enjoy. Truly stunning!

Please visit Brockway Realty, LLC's Listing Page for more information.

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JUST LISTED IN MAR BELLA, LEAGUE CITY!

Two Story Listing in Mar Bella: $259,900

Beautiful brick and stone 4/2.5/2 Taylor Morrison in the sought after Mar Bella community located in the highly acclaimed CCISD. This home features open kitchen with breakfast bar, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, large family room, tile floors in main areas down, covered back patio and no back neighbors.  Enjoy the super amenities -  lakes, playground, resort-style pool, splash pads and hiking-biking trails!  A must see!

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League City Police Dept. Hosts ‘Open Carry’ Information Meeting on December 15th

League City Event Announcement ~ “With the new Texas Open Carry law taking effect Jan. 1, 2016, the League City Police Department is hosting an information meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015 from 7-9 p.m. to answer citizen questions about the new law.   The meeting will be held at the Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center located at 400 West Walker St., League City, Texas.

League City Police Chief Michael W. Kramm, Galveston County District Attorney Jack Roady andCity Attorney for League City Nghiem Doan will answer questions on the new legislation to clarify concerns and aid in the successful implementation of the law.

For more information about the meeting, contact the League City Police Department Public Information Office at 281-338-4176.”

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“Jingle on the Boardwalk” Offers Family Fun for the Holidays

Throughout the month of December, “Jingle on the Boardwalk” in Kemah offers a variety of activities to attend to celebrate the holidays.

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“Santa in the Park” to be held in Friendswood on December 12th

For more information about the 8thh Annual “Santa in the Park’, visit the City of Friendswood website, or the Keep Friendswood Beautiful Facebook page.

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22nd Annual “Tour de Lites” Family Bicycle Ride in Pearland on December 12th

Keep Pearland Beautiful will sponsor its 22^nd Annual “Tour de Lites” Bicycle Ride, Saturday, December 12, 7 pm. The ride includes a contest for the best decorated bicycles and/or rider. Trophies will be awarded for first place in adult and youth categories and ribbons for second place. Judging will begin promptly at 6:15 pm.

The one and a half hour evening recreational ride begins at 7 pm, at the pavilion in Independence Park, 3919 Liberty Drive, and goes through the Green Tee Subdivision to view the Christmas lights.

There will be a hayride available for those who cannot ride a bicycle (limit 60) preregistration for the hayride is required. No seats for the hayride will be held for onsite registration. Riders then return to Independence Park for hot chocolate and cookies.

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54th Annual Christmas Boat Lane Parade - A Bay Area Holiday Tradition

The 54th Annual League City Christmas Boat Lane Parade, presented by the City of Kemah, will be on Saturday, December 12^th. This popular Bay Area tradition will have over 100 festively decorated power and sailboats traveling from Clear Lake to the South Shore Harbour Marina and the Nassau Bay Lagoon, all the way to Galveston Bay.

There are many places along Clear Lake to Galveston Bay where the view of this holiday parade will be splendid. Thousands of people like to watch from the Kemah Boardwalk as the boats glide through the Clear Lake Channel to the Bay. This family friendly (FREE) event will begin at 6 pm.

For more information about this event, check out the event’s Facebook page. NOTE: Please be aware that space (both parking and for viewing) fills up fast.

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Rotary Club of Dickinson Sponsors Annual Christmas Parade

The Rotary Club of Dickinson is sponsoring the Annual 2015 Christmas Parade which will be held on Thursday, December 10^th, beginning at 6:30 pm. This year’s theme is “Be a Gift to the World”. Dickinson Rotary’s President-Elect, Jim Barry, will serve as the Parade Marshall.

Be aware of the road closures during this evening parade. The route will begin at the Shrine of the True Cross Church, 300 FM 517 East, head east on FM 517 turning south on to Hwy 3, ending at the Dickinson City Hall Complex, 4403 Hwy 3. NO PARKING will be allowed on FM 517 nor on Hwy 3.

The parade will end at the Dickinson City Hall Complex, 4403 Hwy 3. The celebration will continue at City Hall with refreshments, Christmas music, visit with Santa, and presentation of awards to parade entrant winners.

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League City Historical Society Holds Historic Homes Tour – December 12th

For more information about the Historic Homes Tour and tickets, visit the League City Historical Society website or Facebook page.

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League City’s Holiday in the Park Celebrates “Rockin Around the Christmas Tree-1945”

The League City Proud Organization, Holiday in the Park, will host the annual Holiday in the Park, on December 4^th – 6^th, at League Park, located at 512 Second Street.

On Friday, December 4^th, a holiday-themed family-friendly movie will be shown in the park at 7 pm. Saturday, December 5^th, activities will include a Children’s Holiday Parade, a visit from Santa, and the Grand Night Parade (6 pm, down Main Street to the Park). A carnival and many vendors (food, crafts, etc.) will be at the park throughout the weekend.  Sunday, December 6^th, a Pet Parade will be held at 1 pm.

For more information about the parade, featured celebrities, costume contest, and road closures during the grand night parade, visit the event’s Facebook page.

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City of League City & Helen Hall Library Host Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting

The official kick-off of the 2015 Holiday Season in Leaugue City is the Annual Helen Hall Library Hoilday Open House and Tree Lighting Ceremony. Library Staff and the Friends of Helen Hall Library will welcome families and friends on Thursday, December 3^rd, to Helen Hall Library, 100 West Walker, at 5 pm to await Santa’s arrival, activities for kids, and cookies. Children are welcome to pose for photos (bring your camera) with Santa, and they can tell him their Christmas wishes. The Official City Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony will begin at 6:30 pm outside of the library.

[Photo Courtesy of Pamela Moore]

For more information about the Holiday Open House, please visit the City’s website or their YouTube channel.

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