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SquareRut Kava Bar on South Congress
I’m all about trying new things and learning from unique cultural experiences. So when the only kava bar in Texas invited me to stop by, I was intrigued and excited.
Sure, I had never heard of kava before and had no idea what it was. But when has that stopped me before?
Before my visit, a perusal of SquareRut Kava Bar’s website was extremely informative. I learned that kava is a Pacific Island drink made from [Read more…]
This local volunteer helps out at Austin Pets Alive
Moving Difference is back for a second year, and its official kick-off corresponds with the first day of summer: this Friday, June 21st.
For those who missed last year’s coverage, Moving Difference is a loose – but vigorous – movement that encourages individuals to invest one hour of each week during summer into making their community better. Founded here in Austin by Jeny Crouch, Moving Difference went worldwide in its first year. Approximately 62,000 volunteer hours were logged in 2012. The original goal was 1,000.
There aren’t any set rules about how you use your volunteer hour each week from June 21st to September 21st. You can pick up trash, teach a CPR class, bake for a sick neighbor, help a busy friend with childcare, or walk a homeless dog through Austin Pets Alive. It’s as easy as following your passion and doing what you can to make a difference. [Read more…]
We all want Father’s Day to be special for our dads, but visiting different community calendars and tracking down activities to choose from can take a lot of time. We’ve done the research for you and compiled it into one grand list of things to do on Father’s Day 2013 in Austin!
Zilker Hillside Theater
Entrance to Krause Springs
We can’t get enough of Texas swimming holes in the summertime.
This year, we celebrated the beginning of our swimming hole explorations with a trip to Krause Springs in Spicewood, TX.
Located at 404 Krause Spring Rd., Krause Springs is about an hour from Austin, depending on 71-West congestion. This private Texas Hill Country property offers tent and RV camping, a serene garden, and two different swimming areas. [Read more…]
In 2002, Matthew Lee quit his high tech job to open a gelato and espresso shop in Central Austin called Teo Espresso, Gelato & Bella Vita. In the beginning, there were naysayers who doubted that Lee would be successful. “What do you know about gelato?” he remembers hearing.
But the truth is, he did know something about gelato, even then. Lee trained in Italy with renowned gelato makers, like Antonio Lisciandro, considered the best gelato maker in Florence. His knowledge and skill has continued to grow over the past decade of Teo’s existence. Today, he can effortlessly spout off [Read more…]
Any list of haunted places in Austin includes the Driskill Hotel (Credit: Van Sutherland)
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We’ve made it to another weekend! Our Austin Events Calendar is full of fun things to do, so take advantage of it!
Meanwhile, some of our friends are looking for specific types of activities and places in the city. If you have questions too, let us know on Facebook and Twitter. You might get your question answered on next week’s episode!
Thank you to everyone who sent in questions this week! These questions are the ones we picked to answer on today’s episode: [Read more…]
Annual Blues on the Green concert at Zilker Park
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After another short sabbatical (we’ll get back into our weekly routine – promise!), the Austinot Podcast is back.
The fabulous Austin-related questions that have continued to come in via Facebook and Twitter are much appreciated. Keep ’em coming!
Here are the questions we’re answering today: [Read more…]
The Austin Civic Orchestra recently performed at UT’s Butler School of Music
The startling clash of cymbals, the thunderous boom of the kettle drums, the precise and fiery melody of the strings. No matter how old you are, if you’ve never experienced a full orchestra live, you’re missing out.
Being on the younger end of life myself, I understand that sitting in a dark concert hall for a couple of hours may not seem enjoyable. But in the middle of our fast-paced lives and over-stimulation, we could use some exposure to classical music that has withstood centuries because of how amazing it is. Live orchestra performances aren’t boring, and the Austin Civic Orchestra exists to prove that point. [Read more…]
Austinot Brittany checking out the event t-shirts at Austin Flea
Every 6-8 weeks, Austin Flea gathers dozens of Austin’s most creative individuals together to showcase and sell their unique products.
The Highball hosted the event for two years.
But due to current renovations there, The Rattle Inn has stepped up as host. The March 2013 event at 610 Nueces (off W. 6th St.) was jam-packed with vendors: downstairs in the bar and lounge area, upstairs on the patio, and lining the sidewalk along Nueces. [Read more…]
What is this mysterious structure behind a fence at Barton Springs? Find out on today’s episode!
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After a two-week sabbatical, the Austinot Podcast is back! Thanks to everyone who has continued to send in awesome questions about Austin on Facebook and Twitter.
We really enjoyed answering your questions this week.
Farrah Fawcett during her time as a student at UT
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