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85th Annual Zilker Park Kite Festival

February 25, 2013 by

This Sunday, take advantage of Austin’s beautiful spring weather at the 85th annual Zilker Park Kite Festival. One of Austin’s best-known events, it welcomes you and your four-legged friend alike to join in the fun and festivities, whether you choose to try your hand in the kite flying competition or simply take in the spectacular sight of hundreds of kites flying overhead.

It is free to attend and participate in the kite flying competition, so grab your kite and a couple friends before heading to Zilker this Sunday.

Admission: Free
Where: Zilker Park
When: Sunday, March 3rd, 10am to 5pm. In the event of rain, the festival will be rescheduled for March 10, 2013.

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Get Creative at Dougherty Arts Center

February 21, 2013 by

The City of Austin runs Dougherty Arts Center to provide creative outlets for people of all ages. The Center's Butridge Gallery showcases Austin-area artists, while the 150-seat community theatre is available to local theatre companies and nonprofit groups. The Arts School offers intensive and sympathetic instruction for children and adults. Reasonably-priced courses in ceramics, photography, drawing, jewelry and much more are open to everyone at all skill levels.
 

Dougherty Arts Center
1110 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 974-4000
www.yelp.com/biz/dougherty-arts-center-austin

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Austin Art Garage: Supporting Local and Emerging Artists

February 5, 2013 by

Want to decorate with something unique? Head to the Austin Art Garage.

The Austin Art Garage’s mission is to hook up emerging artists with those who want to invest in their work. The gallery features works by thirty talented artists, many of them local. The public is invited to browse the selection and purchase quality original art at affordable prices. It's a great chance for collectors to get in on the ground floor and back the masters of tomorrow. It's a friendly, no-pressure environment; many works are under $100. Check the website for details.
 

Austin Art Garage
2200 S Lamar Blvd
Ste J
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 351-5934
www.yelp.com/biz/austin-art-garage-austin

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Crafts and Art Finds at Gibson Street Artisans

January 8, 2013 by

Next time you need a gift for a friend, parent or special someone, consider a one-of-a-kind item from Gibson Street Artisans. On weekends, the LAZ parking lot turns into an artisan market featuring handmade crafts. This art fair features eco-friendly fashions, accessories, repurposed decor and gift items. You can find anything from unique and elegant jewelry to handmade chairs.  Some of Austin’s favorite food trucks stop by too, so you can snack while you shop.  Check their Facebook page for featured artisans and upcoming events. 

Gibson Street Artisans
1400 S Congress
(Gibson and Congress In LAZ Parking Lot)
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 623-9696
www.yelp.com/biz/gibson-street-food-court-and-artist-market-austin

 

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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: Floral Paradise

December 4, 2012 by

The late Lady Bird Johnson, wife of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s presidency, recognized the losses posed to our ecosystem and our sense of beauty should important plant species disappear. That’s why in 1982, Johnson founded the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. The Wildflower Center's since become not just an educational center and preserve for wildflowers, but one of the preeminent wildflower research institutions in the country. Visitors can tour the acres of flowers and learn about their unique places in the ecosystem. They can attend some of the center’s special events like shows put on by local Texas artists and even do some holiday shopping at the winter bazaar. The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center also puts on a yearly Halloween show, perfectly situated on its rustic grounds!

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse Avenue
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 232-0100

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Elephant Room: You’ll Never Forget This Place

November 27, 2012 by

Austin is a town known for its nightlife—many genres of music converge here in the middle of the state for appreciative listeners. Jazz fans have long flocked to the Elephant Room to hear sets from local and national favorites. The ambience is nothing to write home about—it’s located in a somewhat dingy basement illuminated by Christmas lights—but the music is some of the best you’ll hear anywhere in the Lone Star State. This isn’t a traditional listening room; people will be talking during the sets, ordering drinks and walking around, so you’re going to have to accept that the Elephant Room is more than a little casual. But that’s okay, as jazz used to be the music of the people, after all. Some complain that the layout of the room makes it hard to hear at the back, but that’s just part of the experience. A very reasonable $5 cover and no minimum is just the cherry on the sundae.

Elephant Room
315 Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 473-2279

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Salvage Vanguard Theater: An Independent Theater Arts Group

November 16, 2012 by

With a credo like “Keep Austin Weird,” it’s not surprising that the city boasts a large number of independent arts and theater organizations. One of the most well-established is the Salvage Vanguard Theater, which has presented exceptional plays and other performances for years. The company stages a wide variety of materials, from drama to comedy and even puppetry. Tickets are sold on a sliding scale as well, making it affordable for the community. The performance space is small but comfortable, with good sightlines and decent seating. The theater also hosts a wide variety of educational programs and other creative venues for actors, directors and more. The Merlin Works Institute for Improvisation is one Austin’s best resources for developing your improve skills, both for actors and non-actors. The theater also runs a series of summer day camps for kids, yoga seminars and more. It’s a fantastic resource for the whole community.

Salvage Vanguard Theater
2803 Manor Road
Austin, TX 78722
http://www.yelp.com/biz/salvage-vanguard-theater-austin

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Get fit!

February 4, 2012 by

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can help:

  • Control your weight
  • Reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease
  • Reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome
  • Reduce your risk of some cancers
  • Strengthen your bones and muscles
  • Improve your mental health and mood
  • Improve your ability to do daily activities and prevent falls, if you’re an older adult
  • Increase your chances of living longer

With all those benefits, why not get moving? All it takes to get started is to put on some sneaks and visit our fitness center that’s conveniently located right here.

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