August Events around Temple

Posted on August 2, 2013 by admin

Looking for something ot do this month? There are several exciting and entertaining events going on right here in Temple during the month of August.

There is always something captivating happening at the Cultural Activities Center in Temple, Texas. For years now, the Cultural Activities Center, or CAC, has been creating experiences and awareness in the arts and entertainment for the public. This center truly embraces the power of creation and aspires to enrich the lives of Central Texas through exploration, participation, and enjoyment in the fine arts. The goal was to link cultural arts with the importance on science.

The Inner City All-Stars event will be held August 31st starting at 7:30pm at CAC’s Frank Mayborn Auditorium. This electrifying event is a powerful combination of pure talent and highly energized music. You can’t help but to dance the entire night away! The Inner City All Stars have been considered new leaders of their own musical genre.

This group originated from Denton, TX, the same as Grammy Award winners Norah Jones and Bowling for Soup. They will be performing original numbers that are designed to get the crowd out of their seats and hitting the dance floor.

Take a much needed break from the normal and give Painting with a Twist a try. Located off West Adams Avenue in Temple and just 10 minutes away from Johnson Brothers, this is a new take on painting that involves a little paint, a little wine, and lots of fun! If you’re looking for a way to connect with your friends, or take a date night with that special someone, you are sure to have an experience like none other. This Friday, August 16th, the featured lesson is Sunset Bay with instructor Shelbylee Erkelens.

The lesson begins at 7pm with doors opening 30 minutes in advance so that everyone gets an opportunity to check in and settle down. Arriving early also allows you to set up your snacks and drinks, mingle, and browse the art studio. Admission starts at just $45 per seat.

Come enjoy your night in Temple with a new piece of art work, lots of laughs, and experiences you won’t soon forget. Remember, if you’re in the market for a new Ford vehicle, come by our dealership. August is packed with events and you need to get to them all somehow!

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A Trip To Galveston

Posted on July 23, 2013 by admin

Galveston is located within the heart of South Texas. This town possess all the charm of a southern town and is only 40 minutes south of the fourth largest city in the United States. Galveston is a small island that offers 32 miles of relaxing coastlines, outstanding restaurants and incredible art galleries. This quaint city is also known for excellent entertainment and is one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country. From the sandy beaches to the famous 19^th century architecture, this island is enclosed with a rich and incredible history and unique beauty all of it’s own.

The Lone Star Flight Museum is a must-see. This museum is celebrated as one of the finest collections of restored aircraft and aviation exhibits in the nation. With over 30 aircrafts displayed in two hangars of over 60,000 square feet, most are still in flying condition. You can even experience a flight of a life time in the historic B-17 Flying Fortress. There are many more activities at this great museum!

Artist Boat Kayak Tours are devoted to promoting awareness and protection of coastal margins and marine environment. Each public adventure is guided and interpretive via a kayak to places on Galveston’s Bay. This four hour adventure may include a watercolor demonstration providing a chance to create a custom-made souvenir.

Get out of the hot Texas sun and cool down with the spooky Mayfield Haunted Mansion. This haunted house is designed to be silly, fun and spooky! It is said that Dr. Horace Mayfield, a once well-respected doctor, still haunts the residence. His prime study was mental illness of humans. During his time, he performed many experiments on his unwitting patients. His main experiments involved the education of the impact of fearful situations on individuals.

So if you’re brave enough or want to enjoy a couple thrills, drive your reliable Ford from your Temple Ford dealer on down to this remarkable town.

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July Specials

Posted on July 16, 2013 by admin

At Johnson Bros Ford, we are always looking to give you the best deals we can find. You can take advantage of some amazing deals on the following fantastic vehicles.

Right now, we have a 2014 Ford Escape for $299/month. The sale price of this beauty is only $22,801. You can drive away with 1.99% APR with 75 month financing on approved credit and $1,758 cash down plus tax, tag and title. The new Escape features HD radio, a push button start system, leather trimmed seats, keyless entry and loads more.

We also have a 2012 Nissan Versa or a 2012 Toyota Yaris on special. The choice is yours. Either car is being offered with $0 down and $199 month. The sales price for both of these fabulous vehicles is an attractive $11,999 with 2.75% APR for 72 months on approved credit. The 2012 Toyota Yaris features power windows and locks, an MP3 CD player and dual front air bags as well as side and rear air bags. A great bargain for a great car!

The 2013 Ford Focus features halogen headlamps, an AUX jack for your iPod, an easy fuel capless filler and more. This amazing Ford is on sale for just $17,447. You can purchase this vehicle for only $199 a month at 1.99% APR on a 75-month term. This special does require a down payment of $2,000 plus TTL.

You know you need a new work truck. Why not check out our large selection of 2013 Ford F-150 SuperCrews? Right now, we have having an amazing special which lets you, the customer, take $11,000 off the MSRP of any 2013 F-150 SuperCrew. This offer uses all applicable rebates.

So why wait? Come into your Killeen Ford dealer today to check out all of these great deals before it’s too late. This sale and all offers expire July 31, 2013.

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Round Rock Express Giveaway

Posted on July 9, 2013 by admin

Baseball season is here for the MiLB. This season, you can enjoy watching the Round Rock Express play against several opposing teams. They are up against the Storm Chasers, Cubs, RedHawks and more. There are all kinds of special events and promotions as well during these games. Right now, we are thrilled to announce the Round Rock Express Prize Package. This contest is open to all and enter simply by liking them on Facebook. The winner of this contest will receive 2 tickets to see Round Rock Express play against the Oklahoma City RedHawks on Saturday, August 24^th. The winner will also receive a $50 gift certificate to The Salt Lick!

Of course, you are probably familiar with baseball and the teams that are playing. But let’s give a little history about this amazing restaurant. The Salt Lick Bar-B-Que restaurant has been in business for well over 40 years. They cook and serve barbeque just as they did when the Roberts family first began in 1967; around a pit and campfire. The restaurant slowly built up around the pit that Scott’s father, Thurman, built in Driftwood, Texas. They have also opened a second restaurant in Round Rock right across from Dell Diamond.

Since then, their menu has grown remarkably well. They serve a variety of pork or chicken plates, sandwiches as big as Texas and salads for any taste. You can’t forget about dessert while you’re here! They sell homemade pecan pie by the slice and a ’la mode style. If you want your wedding or event catered, give them a call! They can set up at your place or theirs.

This great opportunity is brought to you by your Temple Ford dealer. The contest only runs July 1^st through July 15^th so enter here today!

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4th of July Events

Posted on July 2, 2013 by admin

The 4^th of July is a day for celebrating our glorious nation’s independence. There are events in honor of this day all over the state. We have outlined a few of the cities who are holding their Independence Day festivities either that day or the weekend of.

For those patriotic folk who love baseball, the Round Rock Express will be playing at the Dell Diamond Independence Day weekend. July 4, 5 and 6 will be full of good ol’ fashioned fun as they play against the Omaha Storm Chasers. After each game, there will be a firework display. Ticket prices start from $8 and can go up to $100. Seats are filling up fast though so get your tickets early!

For party-goers who are 21 years of age and over, the city of Leander is hosting a Summer Bliss 4^thof July Weekend Boat Party. Attendees can spend the afternoon sipping cocktails made from Deep Eddy Vodka as well as Saint Arnold’s Beer on two houseboats on Lake Travis. There are two bars on the second floor, A-list DJs, private massage rooms and much more. There will be 4 shuttle buses to take you to and from the party location so all you have to do is relax and enjoy yourself! Tickets start at $50 per person.

A little further south in the great city of Austin, the 4^th of July Rockaway Beach Party begins at 9PM. It will be held at Hotel Vegas. There will be lots of bands playing at this event including Roky Moon & Out of the Blue playing greatest hits by ELO. Holy Wave will also be performing as David Bowie. Tickets are $5 per person.

The Sunset Bar and Grill is also having a July 4^th Rock and Roll Celebration starting at 8PM. Come out and join them in Cedar Park! Have a safe and happy 4^th of July from your Temple Ford dealer!

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Fuel For Thought

Posted on June 25, 2013 by admin

Miles per gallon, MPG, is important and your Texas Ford dealer has a few tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your car. Things you wouldn’t necessarily think of such as keeping the road rage to a minimum. Aggressive driving habits such as rapid acceleration, breaking and speeding are major fuel wasters and will lower your gas by as much as 33%. By taking your time and driving sensibly, you will end up saving more gas and money than you thought possible.

If your vehicle is equipped with cruise control, it’s a great idea to use it particularly when traveling long distances. To save gas, stay at, or even a little under, the speed limit whiling driving at a consistent speed. Using your cruise control at highway speeds gives an average gas economy savings of 7%. By keeping your speed constant, you won’t be pumping extra fuel into your engine. In return, you will be saving gas.

Who knew that by removing excess weight that you could be saving gas. Every item you add decreases your mileage. So keep your vehicle’s trunk empty when possible. Remove any unnecessary items that maybe weighing you down and store them elsewhere. As little as 100 pounds extra in your car will reduce your MPG by 2%. You will be surprised how much it all adds up.

Underinflated wheels will decrease your mileage also. Not to mention they are a safety hazard. You can increase your mileage up to 3.3% by simply keeping your tires to their proper pressure. Remember that overinflated tires aren’t efficient either. Whenever you notice a drop in MPG, check your tires first. Properly inflated tires will help to improve fuel economy.

A vehicle running in poor condition will use more gas than one that’s been kept tuned up. Do this by staying on a maintenance schedule with oil changes, tune-ups, and keeping your filters clean. Using these tips will keep your Ford‘s MPG at optimum.

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West Benevolence Fund

Posted on June 17, 2013 by admin

Tragedy is unbiased. Sometimes, unexplainably awful things happen for no apparent reason. The city of West, Texas encountered one such event on the day of April 17^th, 2013. A fertilizer plant somehow ignited and caused a massive explosion that has wounded hundreds and claimed at least 15 people. Buildings have been damaged or completely obliterated by this blast. The SPJST, Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas, has established The West Benevolent Fund in order to help rebuild the city.

To date, more than $30,000 has already been received. The first check of $3,937 was given to West Sokol to replace gymnastics equipment that was damaged due to the explosion. In order to raise more funds for rebuilding, the SPJST is holding a Gala event on Saturday, July 20 at Star Hall in Seaton, Texas. All proceeds will benefit the West Benevolence Fund. For only $50 per person, you will experience a night filled with delicious food from Slovacek’s Sausage and the musical talents of The Ennis Polka Boys and others. Your ticket purchase is also good for one entry into a drawing where the grand prize is a trip for 2 to the Czech Republic. There are other prizes to be won as well.

Of course they will accept any and all donations for their cause. If you donate $250 or more, your business will be printed in the program as an underwriter. All donors prior to the Gala will be listed in the program. They are also collecting merchandise for the auction, both live and silent, and for the bucket drawings. Any suitable gifts or services will be acceptable. There will also be a Pre-Gala party on Friday, July 19^th which will include music from the 50s and 60s. There is no charge for this event and all ages are invited.

Join with your fellow West citizens and the SPJST in rebuilding this wonderful city. This message is brought to you by your local Temple Ford dealer.

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Father’s Day in Temple

Posted on June 12, 2013 by admin

The time a father spends with his son or daughter is extremely significant. Even more so on Father’s Day. Saturday, June 15, Daddy & Me will be held at the West Temple Community Park from 10am to 12pm. This activity will provide a bonding experience by building and working together on projects. This is one event that is sure to create memories that will last a lifetime. All the supplies will be provided. This event is for children 6 years and up and cost is $8 per person.

Let dad know just how much you love him this Father’s Day with a real Fathers Day Treat at Invisions Day Spa. This is sure to melt away all of Dad’s stress and leave him feeling rejuvenated once again. This packages includes the perfect combination of three spa favorites: a 1-hour relaxing Swedish massage, express facial, and a smoothing hot rock foot massage. Invisions Day Spa has been voted as the best day spa in Central Texas.

What Dad doesn’t love old cars? Even more, who can pass up an opporunity to show off your classic Ford? Bring Dad out to the Classic Car Show this Saturday, June 15^th, from 10am to 2pm (or until judging is complete). It will be held in the Temple Mall parking lot. Come and enjoy everything that Temple Mall has to offer from this classic car show to sports and electronics stores and more. Register to win great prizes like a state-of-the-art BBQ grill along with great trophies and other prizes. If you got it, flaunt it! Classic Car entry is $20. All of the proceeds for this show are for the Temple Breakfast Lions Club and will be used for its local projects and charities to help our community.

Have a safe and fun day! Happy Father’s Day from your Temple Ford dealer!

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June Events In Temple

Posted on June 4, 2013 by admin

Summer is here! That means school is out, the day is hot and there is more time to take the family out for events. There are dozens of things to do around Temple in June. Jump into your Ford and check out a few of these spectacular happenings.

There are several Triathlons held throughout the year. But the Freedom 25 Triathlon is specially designed to raise funds for the building of Camp Freedom. This camp is for all youth, even at-risk or special needs children. The entrance fee is only $5 and will be held at Dana Peak Park on Saturday, June 8^th, 2013 at 1PM.

Texas Humane Heroes is holding their 1^st Annual Bowl-A-Thon on Saturday, June 15^th, 2013 from 1:30pm until 4:00pm. THH is a private, non-profit and no-kill shelter. Save your furry friends while enjoying a fun summer day of bowling. It will be held at the Hallmark Lanes in Killeen, TX. Individual tickets are on sale for $25 a piece but a party of 4 can bowl for $95. The fee includes 3 games of bowling and shoe rental. So come on out and support their life-saving mission!

Also on the same night, there is another Movie in the Park event held at West Temple Park. The feature on the evening of June 15^th will be Hook. This magical movie is about an adult Peter Pan (played by Robin Williams) who returns to Neverland to rescue his children from the evil Captain Hook (Dustin Hoffman). There are swordfights, flying and the urge to believe in oneself in this captivating movie. There is no charge for this event so bring your blankets, chairs and family for a night of imagination! If you don’t have a vehicle to get to these events, drop by your Temple Ford dealer today.

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The History Of Ford

Posted on May 28, 2013 by admin

Henry Ford was born on July 30, 1863 in Dearborn, Michigan. He was the first surviving son of William and Mary Ford. At the age of 15, Ford’s rapidly growing curiosity of mechanics led him to disassemble a pocket watch and then reassemble the watch to perfection. His friends and family called him the watch repairman. Henry Ford always knew he wanted to do more with his life than work on a farm like his father. He was always working on steam engines or as an apprentice mechanist. His first big break happened after he became an engineer with the Edison Illuminating Company. He had so much time and money that he designed his first vehicle in his spare time; the quadricycle.

In 1903, after a slow beginning as the Cadillac Motor Company, Ford Motor Company was established. About 5 years later, the Model T was built and they sold over 15 million cars in just 19 years. Most Americans then learned to drive this model vehicle. Ford Motors is one of the few companies that survived the Great Depression. Today, Ford is the second largest U.S.-based auto maker and the fifth largest in the world. They produce automobiles and commercial vehicles under the Ford brand and luxury vehicles under the brand of Lincoln.

There are many dealerships all over the country and even in several European, Asian and South American countries. Whether it is a truck, luxury ride, commercial tractor or airplane, you can find Ford’s name and expertise on all of them. From the best-selling truck, the F-150, to the family friendly Taurus, there is always something for everybody at your local Texas Ford dealer. So come on by and check out all of our spectacular cars produced by this amazing company!

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