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C.J. Sparks prepares to release debut solo single

C.J. Sparks brings his captivating songwriting to Saxon’s stage once again.


Virtual book club explores fiction's greatest mysteries

Come join as we explore the worlds of fiction's greatest mysteries. But you must hurry - the game is already afoot!


Buffalo Sons to perform at Saxon Pub on July 3rd

Buffalo Sons take Saxon Pub stage on July 3rd


Amy LaVere & Will Sexton scheduled for live performance on September 4th

Amy LaVere and Will Sexton are set to perform live on September 4th at 8:00 PM.



Austin Bank to implement 'new branding and marketing strategies' after latest executive appointments

Jeff Austin III, chairman of the board of Austin Bank, recently announced the appointments of Patty Steelman as community engagement officer and Rachel French as the senior vice president and marketing director.


UFCU: Christy Soukhamneut has taken on the role of chief lending officer at UFCU

University Federal Credit Union recently appointed Christy Soukhamneut as chief lending officer, according to a press release. Within this capacity, she will supervise the consumer lending division as well as offer guidance to the business banking/commercial lending unit.


Team Freestyle shares engaging ways to learn new languages

When starting to learn a new language, the prospect of spending approximately 750 hours to reach proficiency can seem overwhelming. However, according to Team Freestyle, learning should be relevant and enjoyable.


Learning language through Mexican cuisine during travels

When visiting a foreign country, it can be both enjoyable and beneficial to learn common words or phrases in the local language. Exploring the culinary traditions of a place often provides insight into its culture. Over the past five months, while traveling through various regions of Mexico, Jessica Jacob's husband has been focusing on improving his Spanish skills by learning about traditional Mexican dishes and sampling fresh juices.


Salvador Dalí's legacy thrives at St. Petersburg museum

The Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, is home to the largest collection of Salvador Dalí's works outside of Spain. Known for his surreal and dreamlike style, Dalí's art features unexpected combinations of objects and images with vivid colors and exaggerated forms.


Exploring Bogotá's Gold Museum: A glimpse into pre-Hispanic culture

Freestyle emphasizes the importance of culture as a fundamental skill in language acquisition, alongside speaking, reading, writing, and listening. Their Museum Series tour highlights this by exploring cultural landmarks around the world. The latest installment takes readers to Bogotá, Colombia, where the Gold Museum (el Museo del Oro) is located.