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Kick Off the Holidays near Lamar Union at Chuy’s Children Giving to Children Parade

November 19, 2014 by

The holidays are almost here, and one of the best ways to ring in the start of the season near Lamar Union might be attending the Chuy's Children Giving to Children Parade.

The parade stated in 1989, growing out of a toy drive initiated by the owner of Chuy's. Over the last 25 years it has grown into a large fundraiser, gathering toys for the Operation Blue Santa Program.

The parade starts at the State Capitol and proceeds down Congress Avenue to Cesar Chavez. Along the way, Santa and his helpers will collect donated toys from spectators. The procession will include sights like holiday floats, cartoon characters, as well as festive music from marching bands.

The 2014 Chuy's Children Giving to Children Parade will take place on Saturday, November 29 beginning at 11 a.m.

Click here to learn more about Chuy's Children Giving to Children Parade!

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Help Fight Hunger with the Austin Empty Bowl Project Near Lamar Union Apartments

November 14, 2014 by

Ina Garten, Whoopi Goldberg, and Glenn Close all got in on the action at the Austin Empty Bowl Project in 2013. Each of these celebrities decorated a bowl and contributed it to the collection of bowls crafted by Austin's own potters for this non-profit project. These bowls were all inspired by a small project began by an art teacher and his students in Michigan in the '90s. The art class decorated bowls and invited school faculty members to fill them with soup in return for a donation to the local food bank. The teachers were allowed to take the bowls home with them, keeping them on the shelves as a reminder of those who face an empty bowl every night.

The creative take on the food drive quickly spread throughout the country, and today Austin residents can get in on the fun. On November 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Linc's Marchesa Hall & Theatre, not too far from Lamar Union, the Austin Empty Bowl Project invites guests to pick a bowl. Local artisans have crafted a fun variety of bowls for this special event, and you can pick whichever one you like for $20—the money goes right to Kids Cafe, an offshoot of the Capital Area Food Bank. Volunteers will wash the bowl for you and fill it with flavorful soup crafted by area chefs, served along with warm bread. Enjoy live music while you feast and then bring your bowl home as a reminder of the local people you've helped feed.

Check out Austin Empty Bowl Project's website for more information about the organization and event.

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Dirty Dancing at Bass Concert Hall

November 11, 2014 by

November 11 @ 8:00 pm – November 16 @ 11:00 pm

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Fun Fun Fun Fest

November 7, 2014 by

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Experience an Olive Oil Tasting near Lamar Union at Con’Olio’s in Austin

November 6, 2014 by

Con’Olio’s is a premium olive oil tasting bar that perfectly blends the street market and café culture of Europe with a distinctly Austin flavor. This small chain specializes in premium olive oils and balsamic vinegars, but it is unique because it enables its customers to sample everything before making a decision about what to purchase.

Complimentary tastes of extra virgin olive oils are available from large, stainless steel Fusti containers on the shop’s olive oil tasting bar, and guests are encouraged to sip the olive oil straight from the tasting cups instead of using bread for dipping in order to preserve its full flavor. If you want to learn more about choosing the highest quality olive oils and balsamic vinegars, Con’Olio’s knowledgeable employees are always on hand to offer ways to distinguish flavors and other important information.

Just a short distance away from Lamar Union in Austin, Con’Olio’s is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Con’Olio’s
215 Lavaca Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 495-1559
www.conolios.com

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Wurstfest

November 6, 2014 by

NOVEMBER 7TH – 16TH, 2014

http://wurstfest.com/

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Get Hands-On Science Knowledge Near Lamar Union at Austin Nature and Science Center

October 30, 2014 by

The Austin Nature and Science Center is one of the best places to go in Austin to learn about the area’s natural environment in a fun, hands-on way.

This interactive science center is located on the western edge of Zilker Park, and it has offered exhibits and educational programs since its inception in 1960. Its wildlife exhibits feature native animals that include reptiles, mammals and birds that have been injured and cannot survive in the wild, so visitors are fortunate enough to get an up-close and personal look. The Dino Pit outdoor paleontology exhibit offers children the unique opportunity to participate in a faux archeological dig, and they can also view large-scale reproductions of dinosaur fossils.

The Austin Nature and Science Center also offers a number of educational programs like the Naturalist Workshop, preschools and summer camps for families and kids of all ages to learn about the world around them.

Visit the Austin Nature and Science Center website to learn more about this fun attraction near Lamar Union.

Austin Nature and Science Center
2389 Stratford Drive
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 974-3888
www.austintexas.gov/department/austin-nature-and-science-center

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Find Fresh Italian Fare near Lamar Union at Austin’s Winflo Osteria

October 23, 2014 by

Sometimes you want to skip the latest food trends and get back to basics, and that’s exactly what Austin’s Winflo Osteria is known for. This classic Italian eatery near Lamar Union uses simple, fresh ingredients to create traditional Italian dishes without all of the frills, and the result is a menu filled with Neapolitan pizzas, flavorful pastas and light, healthy salads.

The restaurant itself is housed in a renovated 1920s bungalow in Old West Austin, and it features two beautifully decorated floors inside and a terraced patio area outside. Winflo Osteria aims to preserve the historic nature of the building, so it incorporates rustic wooden ceilings and a vintage-style bar. The bar menu includes wine and cocktails that pair well with a meal or make tasty happy hour libations, and there is even a decadent brunch to cap off the weekend.

Visit Winflo's website to learn more about this Austin restaurant!

Winflo Osteria
1315 West Sixth Street
Austin, TX
(512) 582-1027
www.winfloosteria.com

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Austin Film Festival

October 23, 2014 by

From: October 23, 2014 – October 30, 2014 (Recurring daily)
Location: Paramount Theater and Various Locations
http://www.austinfilmfestival.com/

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POP Austin International Art Show

October 17, 2014 by

POP Austin International Art Show
From: October 17, 2014 – October 19, 2014 (Recurring daily)
Location: Fair Market
Address: 1100 East 5th Street, Austin, TX 78702
http://www.popaustin.com/

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