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In and Around Victoria #35 – Cinco de Mayo Celebration

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Cinco de Mayo Celebration will be held May 4, 2013 from 12:00 noon to 11:00 pm in DeLeon Plaza in downtown Victoria.  Come down to the Plaza to enjoy live music, food, crafts, folklorico dancers, and a kids play area.  The Minority Business Council of the Victoria Chamber of Commerce brings you the Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Admission is free.

  • 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm                    VISD Ballet Folklorico
  • 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm                            VISD Mariachi
  • 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm                          Presion
  • 2:45 pm – 4:00 pm                          YMCA Ladies Zumba Dancers
  • 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm                          Grupo Vida
  • 5:00 pm – 5:15 pm                          YMCA Ladies Zumba Dancers
  • 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm                          24/7
  • 6:15 pm – 6:30 pm                          Drum Line
  • 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm                          S.A.G. Los Amigos
  • 7:45 pm – 9:15 pm                          Elida Reyna y Avante
  • 9:30 pm – 11:00 pm                        Jay Perez

In and Around Victoria highlights places to go, things to see, and local area restaurants. The posts are in no particular order or ranking. Let us know if you have a local area attraction that you’d like to see highlighted in the blog. Post a comment or give us a call 361-433-0520.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!

In and Around Victoria #34 – Newcomers Social

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pumpThe Victoria Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Newcomers Social on Thursday, May 9 from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. The event will be held at The PumpHouse Restaurant and Bar. Please join the chamber if you are new to Victoria and learn more about Victoria and enjoy some appetizers and a cash bar on the PumpHouse outside deck.

In and Around Victoria highlights places to go, things to see, and local area restaurants. The posts are in no particular order or ranking. Let us know if you have a local area attraction that you’d like to see highlighted in the blog. Post a comment or give us a call 361-433-0520.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!

In and Around Victoria #33 – Historical Walking or Driving Tour

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tourHistoric Victoria offers many fine old homes and buildings and there is a driving tour that features over 80 properties that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Many of the homes and buildings have also been awarded Texas Historical Landmarks. You can follow the tour using your mobile device! There’s also a driving tour brochure available at the Chamber of Commerce office at 3404 N Ben Wilson. Check out Victoria in Motion (page 16) and try and identify the 17 pictures taken on the tour. If your name is drawn you’ll win lots of free stuff!

In and Around Victoria highlights places to go, things to see, and local area restaurants. The posts are in no particular order or ranking. Let us know if you have a local area attraction that you’d like to see highlighted in the blog. Post a comment or give us a call 361-433-0520.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!

Shout Out #4 – Our free real estate app is ready!

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GCRIconlgIf you have a smartphone you can download our free real estate app. The app will allow you to search for properties in the Victoria area including Cuero, Goliad, Port Lavaca, Inez, Edna, etc. The results from your search will show you current active properties. By using the app you can also contact us via phone or text. To get the free app for your smartphone: Text GCRTX to 87778.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!

In and Around Victoria #32 – Victoria, Texas

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Victoria, Texas

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Victoria is one of the oldest cities in the state and its nickname “South Texas Crossroads” comes from its location almost equidistant from San Antonio, Houston and Austin. You’ll find over 100 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places with some homes dating to pre-Civil War era. Amenities include two hospitals, great public school system along with highly rated private schools. You’ll enjoy shopping, great restaurants, festivals, parks and cultural attractions. Victoria also offers higher education options with Victoria College, University of Houston-Victoria and Texas Vocational School. Business is booming in Victoria and the surrounding areas! Come visit and stay awhile.

In and Around Victoria highlights places to go, things to see, and local area restaurants. The posts are in no particular order or ranking. Let us know if you have a local area attraction that you’d like to see highlighted in the blog. Post a comment or give us a call 361-433-0520.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!

In and Around Victoria #31 – Chick-fil-A Young Life 5k-10k Race

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Chick-fil-A Young Life 5k-10k Race – Saturday, April 13 7:30 AM

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Are you looking for a little motivation to get outside and do some walking and running? Come join us for the Chick-fil-A 5k/10k Race on Saturday, April 13.  It’s a great family event and you’ll get to run/walk through beautiful Victoria, Texas – Course Map. All proceeds stay local and benefit YoungLife Victoria. Check out the website for more information about registration and race information.

In and Around Victoria highlights places to go, things to see, and local area restaurants. The posts are in no particular order or ranking. Let us know if you have a local area attraction that you’d like to see highlighted in the blog. Post a comment or give us a call 361-433-0520.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!

Shout Out #3 – Toms Shoes

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 Toms Shoes

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I’m sending this Shout Out to Toms because of their One for One program and because their shoes are SO comfortable. I decided to try a pair a couple of months ago and I honestly thought my feet would hurt by the end of the day, but I was wrong! I can show houses all day long wearing my Toms and my feet don’t hurt at all. Now my biggest problem is what pair should I order (there are so many cute choices) and how many pairs should I really own?! All I can say is try a pair….I think you’ll like them!

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook! 

In and Around Victoria #30 – The Texas Zoo

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The Texas Zoo – Riverside Park 110 Memorial Drive

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The Texas Zoo located in Riverside Park is small, but a real treat! There’s plenty of parking, a nice gift shop, concessions, aviary, small petting zoo, roaming peacocks, and many wild and beautiful animals to observe. Visit and explore all the Zoo has to offer! Visit their website – The Texas Zoo – for more information.

In and Around Victoria highlights places to go, things to see, and local area restaurants. The posts are in no particular order or ranking. Let us know if you have a local area attraction that you’d like to see highlighted in the blog. Post a comment or give us a call 361-433-0520.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!

Appy Days – GCRTx Free Real Estate App

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GCRIconlgIf you have an Android, iPhone or Blackberry you can download our free real estate app – Golden Crescent Realty! The app will allow you to search for properties in the Victoria area including Cuero, Goliad, Port Lavaca, Inez, Edna, etc. The results from your search will give you only current and available properties. By using the app you can also contact us via phone or text.  Text GCRTX to 87778 for your free download.

Appy Days – We will share useful apps on a regular basis so please visit often for the next new app. If you have one you really like please let us know so we can share out to everyone. Email sharon@gcrtx.com or give us a call 361-433-0520.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!

New Listing in Terravista – 4 bedroom, 2 bath

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Watch the virtual tour for this property: 220 TerraVista Trail MLS #215164

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Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bath Steve Klein home in TerraVista. Kitchen has island, eating bar, stainless appliances, custom dark wood cabinets and granite with tile backsplash. The master bathroom offers a large garden tub and separate tiled shower, double vanity and spacious walk-in closet. The guest bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom and the indoor utility room has plenty of storage. The home also has custom light fixtures, ceiling fans, ceramic tile floors, and it’s wired for security. The covered patio and large yard are perfect for your family BBQ’s.

If you would like Rick and Sharon to meet with you to discuss buying or selling a home please call 361-433-0520. Or email rick@gcrtx.com or sharon@gcrtx.com. Ask about our Educator Incentive Program. Try our Property Search to find houses with up-to-date information. Like us on Facebook!