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Stretch near Elan East at Austin’s Eastside Yoga

April 3, 2015 by

Many of the online reviews for Eastside Yoga praise the helpful instructors. They all earn high marks from customers for their patient, friendly approach to teaching yoga. It should come as no surprise that the proprietors of this studio near Elan East take great pains to make sure their pupils are comfortable, given that they founded Eastside Yoga specifically to bring the peace and calm they'd experienced through yoga to the people of Austin.

In their cozy neighborhood studio, Steven and Elsa work with a team of highly trained teachers to do just that. They hold a variety of yoga classes starting with the classic Hatha. This slow-flowing class caters to newbies with its focus on linking breath to movement. Strengthen and Lengthen, on the other hand, adds an element of more challenging weight training to typical yoga.

Check out Eastside Yoga's entire roster of classes for one that fits your needs and fitness level.

Eastside Yoga
1050 E. 11th Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 779-8543
www.eastsideyoga-austin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/eastside-yoga-austin

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Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors: A Hip Austin Cafe near Elan East

March 27, 2015 by

Austin's Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors might be one of the best places to grab coffee near Elan East. The space itself is welcoming and cool, with rich woods and retro accents giving it a distinctive character. The coffee itself is highly praised: regulars note that the cold brew iced coffee is refreshing and smooth, and coffee and espresso drinks receive equally high regard.

Regulars note that the atmosphere here makes it the perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee and a book, a laptop, or for good conversation with a friend. Long communal tables offer plenty of space, and there's room at the coffee bar, too.

Figure 8 is a relatively new Austin cafe, and many Yelpers note that they would not be surprised if it became quite popular (and crowded) as more and more people learn about it. If you'd like to check it out for yourself, visit the Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors website to learn more.

Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors
1111 Chicon Street
Austin, TX
https://www.facebook.com/figure8coffeepurveyors
http://www.yelp.com/biz/figure-8-coffee-purveyors-austin-2

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Indulge In Sweet Treats Near Elan East at Austin’s Sugar Circus

March 13, 2015 by

Visit Sugar Circus's website to see this week's cupcake flavors: options like lemon raspberry, chocolate peanut butter, carrot cake, and creamsicle are the latest creations, but the treats change weekly, which means there's almost always something new to try at this Austin bakery near Elan East. Some of the treats are even vegan-friendly: made without animal byproducts, these special cupcakes are well-regarded among regular visitors. Sugar Circus makes a point to offer sweets that are suitable regardless of dietary restrictions, and that focus has made the place a favorite among Austin diners.

In addition to cupcakes, Sugar Circus also serves pies, cheesecake, cinnamon rolls, cookies, and much more. You can pair your pastry with coffee or tea. Need a custom cake? Sugar Circus does that, too — you can learn more by visiting their website.

If you'd like to visit Sugar Circus, this Austin bakery's open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. and on Sundays from noon until 5 p.m.

Sugar Circus Bakery
2613 East 5th Street
Austin, TX 78702
http://www.sugarcircusatx.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/sugar-circus-austin

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Lucy’s Fried Chicken Revival: A South by South Austin Event not far from Elan East

March 6, 2015 by

Elan East and Greystar are hosting a few fun events during SXSW, including the fifth annual installment of Lucy's Fried Chicken Revival. If you're not already a fan of Lucy's Fried Chicken, it's a popular Austin restaurant that offers a menu of Southern-style cuisine: think mac and cheese, catfish sandwiches, fried green tomatoes, and corn bread muffins in addition to fried chicken available in a number of distinctive styles.

During SXSW, Lucy's South Congress location stages a concert outdoors. From March 18 through March 22, musicians will play from noon til 7 p.m., entertaining guests with sounds ranging from rock and bluegrass to zydeco. On the long list of artists, you'll find talented duos like Mandolin Orange, inventive acts like The Iguanas, and solo performers like Kelley Mickwee.

You can see a full list of performers by taking a look at the Fried Chicken Revival flier on Lucy's Fried Chicken's Facebook page!

Lucy's Fried Chicken Revival
March 18-22, 12 – 7 p.m.
2218 College Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
www.facebook.com/LucysFriedChicken

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Museum of the Weird: An Austin Museum near Elan East

February 27, 2015 by

"Weird" might be Austin's watch-word, and the Museum of the Weird makes a strong effort to do its part to keep the city weird. It bills itself as "America's Strangest Attraction," and it showcases a number of curios suited for making visitors experience the strange.

Weird artifacts, weird statues, a weird giant King Kong, weird memorabilia: everything here is meant to contribute to the place's mission. In addition to a guided tour of the space, admission grants visitors the chance to see a sideshow.

Adjacent to the space you'll find the Lucky Lizard Gift Shop, offering a number or weird gifts along with some interesting decorative items that might just add a distinctive touch to your home.

If you'd like to see the Museum of the Weird for yourself, it's a short trek from Elan East on East 6th Street in downtown Austin.

Museum of the Weird
412 East 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
www.museumoftheweird.com/news/museum
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First Annual Texas Tea Festival: Enjoy Tea near Elan East in Austin

February 6, 2015 by

Tea is much more than a warm morning beverage or a calming night cap. Depending on the variety, it's also an excellent source of antioxidants and other health-boosting components that can ease everything from an upset stomach to racing thoughts. The appearance of the First Annual Texas Tea Festival on Austin's social schedule this year proves that coffee has a strong competitor in tea.

If you prefer the sweet, aromatic drink to java (or even if your loyalties are split), you should attend this event at Saengerrunde Hall on Sunday, February 8. Don't worry if you've never had a sip of tea—you'll have plenty of opportunities to try it here. Tastings of oolong, green, black, flavored, and even chai teas will all be available at the festival. In fact, each attendee gets a ceramic tasting cup to take home with their ticket. Learn more about the beverage at a Tea Talk, enjoy a few tea-time snacks, or chat with specialty tea vendors.

Visit the Texas Tea Festival's Eventbrite page if you'd like to find out more about this upcoming event near Elan East!

First Annual Texas Tea Festival
Saengerrunde Hall
1607 San Jacinto Boulevard
Austin, TX 78701
www.eventbrite.com/e/1st-annual-texas-tea-festival-tickets-14709092291

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The Contemporary Austin near Elan East: See Eclectic Art

January 30, 2015 by

The Contemporary Austin is a new type of art museum, a "museum without walls." It's composed to two buildings in Austin, the Jones Center and The Art School, as well as an outdoor garden at Laguna Gloria. The various locations double as integral parts of the vibrant Austin community, so the eclectic works of art housed therein feel like natural parts of the scenery.

So it makes sense that the displays themselves stray from convention. Past exhibits have included 17,000 Observations by a pair of L.A. artists known as Lucky Dragons. The unique installation at Laguna Gloria married music and sculpture in a fresh way. Tom Sachs: Boombox Retrospective 1999-2015 is a current exhibit running through April of this year, and you'll find bits and pieces of it at various The Contemporary Austin locations. Go see it for yourself and you might just be impressed by the way American sculptor Tom Sachs recreates the boombox to represent different ideas and concepts.

Visit The Contemporary's website to learn more about this distinctive Austin museum near Elan East.

The Contemporary Austin
Austin, TX 78703
www.thecontemporaryaustin.org
www.yelp.com/biz/the-contemporary-austin-laguna-gloria-austin

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Have a Latte near Elan East at Austin’s Vintage Heart Coffee

January 22, 2015 by

Austin certainly isn't lacking in local businesses, and Vintage Heart Coffee highlights the best of them in its menu of coffee drinks and baked goods. It sources fair-trade coffee from Third Coast Roasting Company, which sits only a few miles away on South Congress. With the beans, Vintage Heart's baristas work their magic. They craft popular vanilla lattes—complete with the obligatory latte art—and serve them in reusable ceramic mugs, just like all of the hot drinks. The cold drinks, on the other hand, come in cute mason jars—try an iced mocha. Vintage Heart's baristas add their own house-made coffees to the mix.

Other local businesses that contribute to Vintage Heart Coffee's inventory include Russell's Bakery, which provides everything from cookies and brownies made from scratch to danish and croissants. Vegans can enjoy a baked good with their coffee, too, thanks to the doughnuts and muffins provided by Rabbit Cooperative Bakery. They contain no milk, eggs, or other animal products.

Check out the Vintage Heart Coffee website to learn more about this Austin cafe not too far from Elan East!

Vintage Heart Coffee
1405 E. 7th Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 524-0583
vintageheart.coffee
www.yelp.com/biz/vintage-heart-coffee-austin

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Austin Marathon and Half Marathon: See Austin by Foot Not Far From Elan East

January 16, 2015 by

There's something special about race day. The shared excitement; the pumping adrenaline; the pulsing crowds. In a city like Austin, a place that already has more than enough personality, race day almost certainly brings even more energy. Experience it for yourself by running the Austin Marathon or Austin Half Marathon this year.

Starting corrals trail behind the official start line on Congress Avenue at West 2nd Street. Join your group and get ready to check out some of Austin's best-known sights and attractions. You'll jog along Lady Bird Johnson Lake, pad around Hyde Park and Allandale, and even get a glimpse of the University of Texas Campus and State Capital buildings. The course is mostly shaded and devoid of any extreme hills, although the elevation does gradually build and then decrease over the 26.2-mile course. If you're a serious marathoner, note that the Austin Marathon is a qualifying race for the Boston marathon.

Not ready to run a marathon? Head over from Elan East to cheer on the participants!

Austin Marathon and Half Marathon
100 Congress Avenue and W. 2nd Street
Austin, TX
(512) 476-7223
youraustinmarathon.com
www.yelp.com/biz/austin-marathon-and-half-marathon-austin

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Shop Local and Regional Art Near Elan East at Austin’s Blue Genie Art Bazaar

December 18, 2014 by

If you want to shop local this holiday season, the Blue Genie Art Bazaar is a fun and festive event that will help you find holiday gifts galore. This popular yearly event takes place during the month of December at the Marchesa Hall and Theatre, and it contains goods from more than 200 local artists.

Visitors can stroll through the colorful displays containing original paintings, jewelry, glassware and even clothing and accessories, all while finding unique seasonal gifts from a wide variety of price ranges. Drinks and snacks are also available to keep you fueled for hours of holiday shopping, and there are even food trucks on the weekend.

With free parking and a fun, community-oriented atmosphere, the Blue Genie Art Bazaar is a popular shopping destination near Elan East.

Blue Genie Art Bazaar at Marchesa Hall and Theatre
November 28th through December 24th, 2014
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
6226 Middle Fiskville Road
Austin, TX 78752
www.bluegenieartbazaar.com

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