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Austin Art Garage: Supporting Local and Emerging Artists

October 9, 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 Boulevard
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 351-5934
www.yelp.com/biz/austin-art-garage-austin

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Book Person? Come to BookPeople!

September 25, 2013 by

Bibliophiles love to congregate at BookPeople, a local independent bookstore where hundreds of tomes line the shelves, waiting for someone like you to read them. Whether your taste runs to historical fiction, mystery, memoir, teen vampire tales, romance or non-fiction, you’re sure to find the perfect tome to spend time with. The store also hosts over 300 events per year. Upcoming happenings include author book signings, book clubs, children’s story time, poetry readings, workshops and lectures. In addition to books of every genre imaginable, you can also purchase greeting cards, calendars, small toys and games. Stop by their little cafe to indulge in a luscious espresso drink, Italian soda, muffin or dessert while you peruse your latest literary purchase. Open Mondays through Sundays from 9 a.m. until 11 p.m.

BookPeople
603 N. Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 472-5050
http://www.bookpeople.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/bookpeople-austin

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Harry Ransom Center: Literary Treasures

August 20, 2013 by

Expand your cultural horizons with a visit to the Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas at Austin. Since its creation in 1957 by former university provost Harry Huntt Ransom, the center has been a repository of some of the rarest and most valuable manuscripts and photographs from around the globe. The collection includes original page proofs of James Joyce's Ulysses. The literary archives also contain manuscripts of Russell Banks, Jorge Luis Borges, John Fowles, Adrienne Kennedy, Doris Lessing, Penelope Lively, David Mamet, Isaac Bashevis Singer and Leon Uris. In addition to preserving and safeguarding these important collections, the center supports a wide variety of programs for scholars, students and the public at large. Tours are offered at 12 p.m. on Tuesdays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

Harry Ransom Center
21st & Guadalupe Streets
Austin, TX 78782
(512) 471-8944

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Cru: Eclectic Wines

July 9, 2013 by

Housed in an elegant setting with a variety of seating options, Cru is the go-to spot to imbibe an eclectic array of wines. Wine flights, 30 wines by the glass and over 300 bottled varietals offer a wide selection of drinking options for even the pickiest grape-lover. Relax on the patio, sit at a communal table, or cozy up in a booth and sip to your heart’s content. If you need a bite to eat, order something delectable from the kitchen. Pan Seared Crab Cake, Cheese Fondue, Lamb Lollipops, Pan Roasted Chicken Picatta and Filet Mignon are among the dining options. Stone-fired pizzas are on the menu, too. Stop by on the weekend for Sunday brunch.

Cru
238 W. 2nd Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-9463
http://www.yelp.com/biz/cr%C3%BA-wine-bar-austin-3

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Two Day Trips From Austin, TX

June 19, 2013 by

Austin is full of enough culture to keep you quite busy, but if you're interested in venturing outside of the city, there are a few places worth visiting just a short distance away. Take a break from the hustle and bustle with one of these great day trips. Have a little fun, and explore all that Texas has to offer. 

Splish-and-Splash
Cool off with a visit to Schlitterbahn Water Park. Kids and adults can enjoy the numerous rides like water slides and raft rides. There is even a pool with a swim up bar for grown-ups. From April to September take a fun filled day trip to this amusement park located in New Braunfels.

Enjoy Great BBQ
Treat your stomach to something delicious, and visit the barbeque capital of Texas in nearby Lockhart. Stop by each of the four famous BBQ joints for a taste test, and see which is your favorite. Digest your food as you stroll through the nearby park, or play golf on the 9-hole course. Come during wildflower season to enjoy your food with beautiful scenery. 

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Austin Food and Wine Alliance

June 4, 2013 by

The Austin Food and Wine Alliance is dedicated to promoting food/wine pairings in Central Texas community through grants, educational programming and fun events. The annual Chef’s Wine & Dine Series gives diners a chance to partake of a five-course meal paired with wine, prepared by some of the finest chefs the area. Wine & Swine is another yearly event that Austonians look forward to when area chefs prepare their favorite pork recipes for eager diners. Live music, an eclectic wine selection and hayrides add to the festivities. See their website for information on volunteering and upcoming events.

Austin Food and Wine Alliance
Austin, TX 78768
(512) 348-6847
http://www.yelp.com/biz/wine-and-swine-austin

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Reimers Ranch Park

May 10, 2013 by

Looking for a place to chill out in under the big Texas sky? Head to Reimers Ranch Park, a huge, pristine swath of parkland that’s the largest in Travis Country at 2,427 acres. Three miles of continuous beach frontage on the Pedernales River makes it a great spot for fishing and swimming on hot summer days. There’s no shade, so bring an umbrella and sunscreen. It’s also a premier destination for world-class rock climbing. More than 18 miles of trails in varying lengths and levels of strenuousness make for excellent hiking and biking opportunities. Port-a-potties are the only amenities. Leashed dogs are allowed.

Open sunrise to sunset. Car admission is $10.

Reimers Ranch Park
24100 Hamilton Pool Rd
Austin, TX 78798
(512) 854-7275
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Ballet Austin: On Point

February 27, 2013 by

Austin is a culturally rich city, boasting a fair number of highbrow performance groups. One of the most long-lived and praised is Ballet Austin, which has been putting on impressive performances for over 50 years. Under the direction of Stephen Mills, the company encompasses 20 professional dancers recruited from a nationwide talent search, staging five productions yearly, including an extremely popular presentation of The Nutcracker. The productions are uniformly elegant and sensual, with talented dancers and engrossing choreography. Regulars rave about the avant-garde spin that Mills and company put on staid classics. In addition to their professional performances, Ballet Austin hosts a number of educational programs which draw locals in droves. The classes are held on a drop-in basis at The Butler Center, ranging from traditional ballet and tap to more unique offerings like hip-hop, Pilates and “Broadway Fit.” Prices are reasonable and the instructors are top notch. It’s a great resource for anybody interested in dance.

Ballet Austin
501 W. 3rd Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-9151
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ballet-austin-austin

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Peche: Sensational Cocktails

February 13, 2013 by

Looking for a sensational artisanal cocktail? Head to Peche, where you can imbibe the once-banned libation absinthe and other spirits in a Parisian-style environment. Nestle up to the bar, order a refreshing cocktail like the Spicy Bee’s Knees, the Corpse Reviver, or a Fig Manhattan and prepare to be bowled over by deliciousness. Food can be ordered at the bar, or settle in at a table and curb your hunger with something tasty from the French-influenced menu. The menu changes daily and might include Roasted Corn Chowder, Grilled Baby Chicken with cacciatore sauce, Roasted Marrow & Escargot, Bouillabasse in white wine broth or Steak Nicoise Tartine. Stop in for great specials during happy hour on weekdays from 4 until 6p.m.

Peche
208 W 4th St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 494-4011
http://www.yelp.com/biz/p%C3%A9ch%C3%A9-austin-3

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Violet Crown Cinema: King Of Film

January 23, 2013 by

One of Austin’s oldest nicknames is “The City Of The Violet Crown,” and that unlikely moniker gives this exceptional independent movie theater its name. Austin has long been known as a city that fiercely supports the arts, and the Violet Crown Cinema is one of the city’s best places to catch independent, foreign and documentary films on their first run. And they offer a number of amenities to make seeing movies here even more pleasant. Most interesting is reserved seating for every show – when you buy your ticket, you can pick your seat. Buy early enough and you can snag the super-comfortable front row seats. Prices are on par with other city theaters, and the concession stand is excellent. In addition to the typical popcorn and soda, the café features some truly awesome food, including the ginger pork tapas and some really good paninis. They also have a full cocktail bar with a top-notch beer and wine selection.

Violet Crown Cinema
434 W. 2nd Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 495-9600
http://www.yelp.com/biz/violet-crown-cinema-austin

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