Head to Iron Cactus' flagship Austin location for post-work drinks and snacks. The large Tex-Mex menu ranges from fish tacos to Carne Guisada, but many come for the drinks. The selection of over 100 tequilas has been recognized as one of the top ten in the nation by Chili Pepper magazine, and the bar menu may be just as extensive as the food menu. Margaritas are made from scratch with fresh squeezed lime juice and organic agave nectar. (Try the "El Pepino" for a traditional margarita with a spicy kick.) Happy hour runs from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and features $3 drinks and $5 appetizers, like the Chile Con Queso — a customer favorite. Its three spacious floors accommodate the crowds, while keeping an open feel, and the outdoor patio offers great views of the skyline.

Iron Cactus
606 Trinity Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-9240
http://www.ironcactus.com
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With the raising price of gas, we're all looking for ways to save a little money and improve our car's gas mileage. You can actually get a little more out of each tank by driving more sensibly. Check out these helpful tips: 

• If you speed up only to brake suddenly over and over again, you are greatly hurting your gas mileage. Driving at a more even pace will help your car.
• Driving slower is better for your gas tank. Usually, after 50 mph your car's fuel economy starts decreasing at a rapid pace. Try to maintain an even speed by using cruise control.
• Keep your car as light as possible. Remove anything you don't need, like those golf clubs that have been sitting in your trunk for months.
• When your vehicle is parked, turn off the engine. Excessive idling can waste up to a half a tank of gas per hour.
• Turning the car on and off in a short period of time can also have negative effects, so it's important to find a balance. Visit the website for more information. 

· Driving More Efficiently [U.S. Department of Energy]

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
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