25 Perfect Reasons to Visit Southlake: New Destination Video Unveiled

The City of Southlake is pleased to present the new destination marketing video. The focus of the this video is to showcase the many things to do, things to see, places to shop and places to stay available within the City. We hope it gives a snapshot of why Southlake IS the PERFECT place to visit!

Active adults stay fit at the Southlake Senior Activity Center

It’s not all bingo and bridge at the Southlake Senior Activity Center! Many members are staying active by participating in movement and fitness classes on a regular basis.

The Southlake Senior Activity Center has just released a new video highlighting participation of some of the fitness classes offered over the past year. The video features testimonials from members and visitors.

The Southlake Senior Activity Center will be relocating to The Marq Southlake with a Grand Opening on Monday, December 14 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. The new Senior Activity Center will continue to offer current fitness classes as well as new opportunities for those who are 55 and better to stay active beginning in the new year.

For more details on these and other events, activities and classes available at the Southlake Senior Activity Center, visit: www.SouthlakeSeniorCenter.com or call 817.748.8315.

New promotional video released for The Marq Southlake

The City of Southlake’s Community Services Department has just released a new promotional video for the The Marq Southlake. The video provides an overview of what The Marq Southlake will offer both residents and visitors.

The video showcases both Phase 1, scheduled to be completed this December, and Phase 2, which is scheduled to break ground in September of 2016 and be completed in January of 2018. Phase 1 highlights include Legends Hall which houses Traditions Ballroom, Legacy Meeting Rooms, The Club Lounge and the new Senior Activity Center as well as Aria, an outdoor amphitheater. Phase 2 highlights include fitness studios, child watch, aquatics and more!

The Marq Southlake will host a Grand Opening Open House on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 411 Unity Way, Southlake, TX 76092 and will provide attendees with guided tours of Legends Hall and Aria. This event is free and open to the public.

Please contact the The Marq Southlake if you have any more questions at (817) 748-8900.

Durham Student Finds Fitness Fame in Europe

Elise Cerami, Carroll ISD Student

Elise Cerami, a sixth grader at Durham Intermediate School is helping to promote health and fitness for youth in Belgium.

Through local company, Kidz In Motion Sports, Elise was part of a video produced for the Belgium Public Televison Broadcasting service. The company’s goal is to educate and encourage kids to be more active.

Utilizing sports and activities, the company hopes to motivate and inspire children try new activities while building their self-confidence. Most of the kids highlighted in the videos have some level of experience with their sport, but more importantly the videos show how much fun their chosen sport can be. Producers say the videos do a great job depicting the child’s passion and dedication toward their activity in an effort to show other children to enjoy a new activity.

Elise was chosen by Coach Nathan at Southlake Tennis Center to represent the sport of tennis. Elise Cerami’s video is temporarily being aired on this website.

Superb Spelling at EIS

Eubanks Intermediate School Librarian, Lucy Drenka announced this year’s winner of the Eubanks Spelling Bee. Alyssa Maisto is the Bee Champion of 2013. Carlo Dal Colletto was runner up. 32 other students also participated in the bee. Click here for a complete list of contestants.

A video of the event is posted below:

Dragon Fans Featured in MyPlates Video

Recently, Carroll Dragon fans who have purchased a specialty Dragon license plate were invited to be featured in a promotional video. The video was produced by Carroll ISD marketing partner and plate manufacturer, MyPlates.com.

Carroll ISD partnered with MyPlates to become the first K-12 public school district in the state to offer custom license plates. Through this marketing partnership, Carroll ISD earns a portion of the revenue for every Dragon license plate sold. Money earned through this fundraiser goes directly into the school district’s general fund. Click here to visit the MyPlates website.

Dragon License Plate Feature from Carroll Dragon TV on Vimeo.

Video: Dragon Football Hightlights 2012 And More

To get Dragon fans ready for the Class 5A football playoffs, the following are links to some of the highlight features posted online of the Dragons so far this season. Many of these videos can be found on Carroll Dragon TV.