Provided By Planet Rockwall
You know you've become "Somebody" in Rockwall when you are invited by MusicFest Director Ruth Peck to be the target of the organization's annual Celebrity Roast. Going on its eighth year, the Roast has become a January tradition. Such luminaries as Congressman Ralph Hall, former mayor Ken Jones, and Helping Hands director and city council member Margo Nielsen have all been given the once-over by friends and family before an audience eager for a peek at closet skeletons.
This year's Roastee will be none other than former mayor and county commissioner, not to mention world-class sailor, Scott Self. Scott has distinguished himself over the years as a community leader and businessman. He has been a prime mover in helping to make Rockwall a destination for sailors throughout the area, and has himself won national acclaim as winner of several offshore sailing events, including the Transpac, a race from Southern California to Hawaii which draws hundreds of top racers from all over the world. His boat, Soap Opera, came in first in its class, no mean feat given the competition he faced.
Since April, 2008, Scott has operated sailing charters on Lake Ray Hubbard aboard the Seawolf, a 40-foot wooden catamaran which he and wife Jan built after retiring in 2005. Seawolf cruises have become one of the most popular activities in the Lake Ray Hubbard area.
This year's Roast will be held at Occasions at Stone River on January 29. Attendees will enjoy a silent auction and dinner prepared by Chef Zach. All proceeds will go to benefit Rockwall MusicFest. MusicFest’s roasts are a highly anticipated event each year, and this year promises to be another big success as an evening of good-natured fun. For more information, please call 972-771-3573 or 972-772-0752.
About MusicFest
Rockwall MusicFest is the production arm of The Greater Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra. The organization has grown since its inception and is known for presenting the finest in classical and contemporary music throughout this area of North Texas. The organization’s mission is to build and support a professional orchestra wherein young, talented musicians can learn by performing side by side with professionals; by presenting at least one Festival of Music each year featuring The Greater Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra and various musical groups from the Rockwall Independent School System and/or the surrounding areas, and by presenting or sponsoring other music-related activities as considered to be in support of attaining the goals and objectives of Rockwall MusicFest.
Monday, January 17, 2011
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
MTV in Rockwall
Provided By Planet Rockwall
For a period of over 3 months, Eclipse Fitness on Lake Ray Hubbard was the setting for MTV crews as they came to Rockwall to follow the progress of a local teen chosen to take part in a new MTV series. The series, "I Used To Be Fat" shares the experiences of six overweight teens as they allow viewers a glimpse into their struggles to get back into shape and lead healthy lifestyles.
Throughout the series, cameras capture each individual from their final weeks of high school through their first days of college. The teens work with trainers and nutrionists to lose large amounts of weight - ranging from 40 to 100 pounds. Each one-hour episode focuses on a different teenager, each one seeking to make a drastic lifestyle change.
Throughout the season viewers will meet:
Dominick, a 306-pound teen who withdrew from high school life;
Marci, of Rockwall, who cures loneliness with fast food, and is home schooled due to the torment she faced in school because of her weight;
Jordan who has channeled his anger toward his alcohol-addicted mom into a food addiction.
With the help of dedicated personal trainers, the young stars of the show work to shed the weight that has kept them from living healthy, normal lives.
Marci's experiences were filmed at Eclipse Fitness, and various Rockwall locations. Scott Moerschell, Eclipse Fitness owner and trainer, said trainers and nutrionists worked with the teen 2 to 3 days a week over a period of 3 months. He stated Marci was initially shy and uncomfortable being the center of attention, but gradually gained confidence during the filming of her journey.
"Filming at Eclipse took place between 11 AM and 4 PM," Moerschell said, "In an attempt to avoid peak hours when there are more members using the gym." Eclipse Fitness members who were at the gym didn't seem to mind being "on set." Those who may see themselves on television, were asked to sign releases from the network.
On Wednesday night, January 5 at 9 p.m., Rockwall, and the nation, can watch Marci's episode as it airs on MTV.
For a period of over 3 months, Eclipse Fitness on Lake Ray Hubbard was the setting for MTV crews as they came to Rockwall to follow the progress of a local teen chosen to take part in a new MTV series. The series, "I Used To Be Fat" shares the experiences of six overweight teens as they allow viewers a glimpse into their struggles to get back into shape and lead healthy lifestyles.
Throughout the series, cameras capture each individual from their final weeks of high school through their first days of college. The teens work with trainers and nutrionists to lose large amounts of weight - ranging from 40 to 100 pounds. Each one-hour episode focuses on a different teenager, each one seeking to make a drastic lifestyle change.
Throughout the season viewers will meet:
Dominick, a 306-pound teen who withdrew from high school life;
Marci, of Rockwall, who cures loneliness with fast food, and is home schooled due to the torment she faced in school because of her weight;
Jordan who has channeled his anger toward his alcohol-addicted mom into a food addiction.
With the help of dedicated personal trainers, the young stars of the show work to shed the weight that has kept them from living healthy, normal lives.
Marci's experiences were filmed at Eclipse Fitness, and various Rockwall locations. Scott Moerschell, Eclipse Fitness owner and trainer, said trainers and nutrionists worked with the teen 2 to 3 days a week over a period of 3 months. He stated Marci was initially shy and uncomfortable being the center of attention, but gradually gained confidence during the filming of her journey.
"Filming at Eclipse took place between 11 AM and 4 PM," Moerschell said, "In an attempt to avoid peak hours when there are more members using the gym." Eclipse Fitness members who were at the gym didn't seem to mind being "on set." Those who may see themselves on television, were asked to sign releases from the network.
On Wednesday night, January 5 at 9 p.m., Rockwall, and the nation, can watch Marci's episode as it airs on MTV.
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