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11 Austin Businesses That Use Weird Sculptures to Get Your Attention

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Jackson Prince

Best Business Signs in Austin

I have a special appreciation for local businesses that go out of their way to erect sculptural somethings to entice me. This includes eight-foot-tall gorillas. And 10-foot-long, fully-loaded sandwiches. And hippie church gospel taco queens, like Maria. Here are 11 local business sculptures keeping Austin weird.

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business

10 Running Trails That Inspire Austinites to Lace Up Their Shoes

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Danielle Fritz

Austin Running Trails

Beginning a new running routine, preparing for a race, or simply bored with indoor cardio? Regardless of whether you’re a novice or experienced runner, Austin running trails are waiting for you. With temperate weather in our city for most of the year, these 10 trails provide variety in both mileage and terrain. Lace up those […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: fitness, running

Creature Coffee Co. Subscription Service Delivers Locally Roasted Coffee

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Amanda Sayers

Austin Coffee Subscription Service

As an avid coffee drinker, I’ve had my share of good and bad brews. I’m particular and I know what I like. As a result, I tend to frequent the same coffee shops around Austin. But then, I discovered Creature Coffee.

Filed Under: Discoveries, Drink, Food & Drink, Local Business Tagged With: coffee

5 Fun Things to Do With Animals in Austin

Posted on February 21, 2018 by Vi Chetan

Adrienne Albregts, associate editor, practicing her GOGA skills

It’s no secret that Austin is a thriving city with plenty of activities to enjoy. While it’s common knowledge that Austin is also super dog-friendly, do you know about the other fur-friend attractions? Don’t worry; we did the research for you. Here are five fun things to do with animals in Austin!

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: yoga

6 Austin Butcher Shops Preparing Meat the Old-fashioned Way

Posted on February 20, 2018 by Bill Tucker

Best Butcher Shops in Austin

Angelo the butcher looked like something from a horror movie. He had a weathered face, one eye, and wore a bloody apron. Everywhere he went, he had a butcher’s knife in hand. The man never smiled. To a 12-year-old boy in northern New Jersey, he was terrifying. He was also a culinary surgeon. Grunting and […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Food, Food & Drink, Local Business

Everything You Don’t Know About the Best Murals in Austin

Posted on February 15, 2018 by Jackson Prince

Best Murals in Austin

It feels like nearly every block of Austin has some giant expression of creativity blasted against its walls for the world to see. Most murals appear suddenly, in places you wouldn’t expect: on a downtown high-rise, against the back side of a coffee shop, in an abandoned alleyway behind a dumpster. It’s part of Austin’s […]

Filed Under: Activities, Arts, Culture, Discoveries Tagged With: street art

HayleyCakes and Cookies Makes Treats Too Pretty to Eat (But We Can’t Resist)

Posted on February 14, 2018 by Brittany Ballard

Hayleycakes and Cookies Austin

If you have a major sweet tooth like I do, then you’re probably constantly on the lookout for delicious and unique desserts. Instagram does a good job of helping with my discovery process, especially when I want a local treat. Now I can have my cake and eat it, too, thanks to Austin-based HayleyCakes and […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Food, Food & Drink, Local Business Tagged With: dessert

How to Have a Perfect Day in Georgetown, TX

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Danielle Fritz

Georgetown Texas Day Trip

The charming town of Georgetown is just 30 minutes north of downtown Austin. It’s perfect for a day trip–you’ll find establishments and attractions suited for a variety of visitors. Spend the day exploring the area, eating at local restaurants, and catching performances in intimate venues. Below are a few of my recommendations when you’re ready […]

Filed Under: Day Trips, Discoveries Tagged With: georgetown

Street Lamps Are Now Recording and Replaying Your Shadow in Austin

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Amanda Sayers

Shadowing Austin Art Installation

Austin is a unique city, with a vibrant culture that can be directly attributed to our embrace of the arts. So it should come as no surprise that an interactive art exhibit has chosen Austin as home for the next five weeks. In the tradition of keeping it weird, Austin Cultural Arts Division is hosting […]

Filed Under: Arts, Austinot Loves, Culture, Discoveries Tagged With: sxsw

Center for Social Innovation Propels Nonprofits With Intentional Ecosystem

Posted on January 30, 2018 by Guest Blogger

Center for Social Innovation Austin

Guest article by Sarah Snyder Going to a construction site is always intriguing, especially when hard hats are required. My behind-the-scenes look at The Center for Social Innovation, Springdale General’s current project, was especially fun considering the center’s purpose to serve the social impact community in Austin. Wait until you read about all the nonprofits […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Et Cetera, Local Business, Non-Profits Tagged With: eastside

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