Summer Entertaining Tips with Palm Valley Plaza

Entertaining guests any time of the year can be a good time, but trying to host an event during the warm Texas summer can be more difficult than usual. To help you out with this, Palm Valley Plaza is sharing a few summer entertaining tips.

Cool and Comfy Outdoor Furniture

There are few things better than sitting on your patio with your friends and family for an afternoon of summer fun. While the heat may be a bit of a deterrent, we recommend finding some breathable outdoor furniture so you don’t have to worry about a chair giving you a sweaty back. This way, you and your guests can stay comfortable even when it’s a real scorcher.

Summer-Inspired Dinnerware

When having a summer cookout, bringing out your nice glassware isn’t the best idea, but you don’t want to leave guests stuck with flimsy paper plates. We recommended investing in some fun, summer-inspired plastic dinnerware. This will give you, as the host, peace of mind that none of your nice dishware will be broken and also ensure that guests have durable plates to eat on.

Light Up the Night

The party doesn’t have to stop just because the sun went down! Summer is all about staying up late and enjoying the breezy night air. Make sure you and your guests can keep the fun going even after sunset with some durable outdoor lighting.

We hope these summer entertaining tips help inspire you to turn your backyard into an entertaining oasis where you can have friends and family over for plenty of unforgettable evenings.

Palm Valley Plaza

NW Corner of E. Palm Valley Blvd. & Red Bud Ln.

Palm Valley Plaza is offered by Weitzman. Weitzman is one of the leading commercial real estate companies in North Texas. Weitzman offers a full range of Commercial Real Estate services including Project Representation, Tenant Representation and Investment Sales and, is also a leading Asset Management and Development Services Commercial Real Estate firm.

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Road Test: Acrylic Nails vs. Gel Nails with a Nail Salon at Palm Valley Plaza

Whether you think fake nails are classy or a little tacky, a necessity or an occasional treat, there is no doubt that they have taken over the beauty industry. If you are considering going down the fake nail path, there are a couple of things you should weigh up before making this decision. Opal Spa & Nail Salon at Palm Valley Plaza offers gel, acrylic, and every other fake nail option! We found everything you need to know about acrylic nails vs. gel nails:

Acrylic Nails

Pros of Acrylic Nails
-Acrylic nails are known for being extra strong, and they last a super long time
-Simple removal process
-Acrylic nails encourages nail growth and reduces nail biting

Cons of Acrylic Nails
-Long-term use can result in nail bed damage
-High risk of bacterial infections in between the fake nail and the real nail
-Acrylic nails have a less natural look
-Application involves strong chemicals and fumes

Gel Nails

Gel nails have been around for a shorter time than acrylic nails however they have taken the industry by storm. See below some pros and cons of gel nails:

Pros of Gel Nails
-Natural feel
-Gel nails last up to 3 weeks without chipping or cracking (win!)
-“Setting” gel nails takes around 5-10 seconds with an LED light
-No application odor

Cons of Gel Nails
-LED and UV lights can be damaging
-Removing gel nails involves soaking your nails in 100% acetone for about 8-10 minutes.
-Less durable than acrylic nails

St. Patrick’s Day in Round Rock with Palm Valley Plaza

St. Patrick’s Day in Round Rock is here and we have the scoop on what to do on this green holiday. Whether you want to spend time eating or celebrating, here are some ideas for both. It’s not often you get to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, so enjoy every second of the holiday and come on down to Palm Valley Plaza in Round Rock to turn your holiday up a notch.

St. Patrick’s Day in Round Rock with Opal Spa & Nail Salon

Remember to get your nails done before St. Patrick’s Day to be ready for the holiday! We only suggest this tip for those really looking to bring out their Irish side, but you can get your nails colored green to celebrate. Since you’re ready to do something fun this St. Patrick’s Day, get your nails painted with Irish art at Opal Spa and Nail Salon. There is nothing better than having your whole body ready for Patrick’s Day.

Find a St. Patrick’s Day Event Near Austin

There are tons of events near Austin on St. Patrick’s Day, just follow the crowd downtown and you’ll find something worth sticking around for. Texas is full of Southern hospitality so introduce yourself to some new people and you will know you have found something special. Don’t hesitate to make the journey out of Round Rock this St. Patrick’s Day after you’ve fueled up on grub at Taco Cabana in Palm Valley Plaza.

Avoid Getting Pinched with CATO Fashions

You know the St. Patrick Day Tradition, if you don’t wear green, you get pinched. You probably don’t want to have other people in your area all day, let alone pinching you. CATO Fashions is the trendiest clothing store in Round Rock to pick up something green. You can grab a pair of green pants or find a stylish green shirt. Whether you wear something big or small, just make sure it’s green to avoid getting pinched. Check out CATO Fashions to find something green that fits your style.

In Round Rock, there’s always something to do at Palm Valley Plaza. For more info on how to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Round Rock, or just how to spend a day shopping at Palm Valley Plaza, visit our blog today!

Palm Valley Plaza is offered by Weitzman. Weitzman is one of the leading commercial real estate companies in North Texas. Weitzman offers a full range of Commercial Real Estate services including Project Representation, Tenant Representation and Investment Sales and, is also a leading Asset Management and Development Services Commercial Real Estate firm.

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