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View Full Post Top Smoothie & Juice Bars in Austin

Published: 3/29/2017

Spring in Austin is all about the great outdoors and when it comes to sunshine, we have plenty to spare. After spending a day at Zilker (which celebrates 100 years in 2017!), swimming in Barton Springs , kayaking Lady Bird Lake, practicing sun salutations under the blue sky or wandering among the wildflowers , cool down with a refreshing snack at one of our many fresh juice bars around town. Remember, vacation doesn’t have to be all about greasy foods; hydrate and cleanse with a healthy juice or smoothie! Seven of our top spots: Credit Dalton Campbell. JuiceLand No... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Outdoors Spring Zilker Park Central Fitness Food Trucks Vegetarian Vegan

Posted in: Eat & Drink Outdoors

View Full Post Neighborhood in Review: Seaholm

Published: 3/27/2017

Downtown Austin is full of sights, sounds, things to do and places to eat, but sometimes it can feel a little overwhelming. New to the area, the Seaholm neighborhood is somewhat of a hidden oasis along Lady Bird Lake , with residential buildings, boutique salons, grocery stores and some of the hottest new restaurants in Austin to enjoy. The Seaholm neighborhood is still young to the scene, but has a lot to offer downtown . Paddle Boarding at Lady Bird Lake. Credit Andy Mahr. Boiler Nine Located inside the re-purposed historic Seaholm Power Plant, Boiler Nine Bar +... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Downtown Shopping Eat & Drink

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View Full Post Best Ways to Enjoy Spring in Austin

Published: 3/24/2017

Spring is here! Temperatures are beginning to rise to the Texas standard we all know (and sometimes love), people are swapping out winter jackets for swimsuits and the famous bluebonnets are in bloom along the roads. Austin thrives in the springtime, just as the wildflowers do - here are the best ways to take advantage of this gorgeous season: Go Swimming The first sign of good weather makes most Austinites head straight for the outdoors – specifically Barton Springs Pool . The three-acre nature-made pool is a local treasure with year-round perfectly tempered 68-degree... read more

Tags: Spring Spas Film Arts & Culture Festivals Eat & Drink Outdoors

Posted in: Outdoors Family

View Full Post Cultural Arts Events in Austin this Spring

Published: 3/22/2017

Welcome to spring in Austin where the Texas bluebonnets are in full bloom, food trucks are out on every corner serving up signature bites, weekends are filled with trips to Zilker Park and the local music scene is livelier than ever. What better way to enjoy what Austin has offer than to explore its multicultural attractions. Here are our top happenings around town while the weather's warm: The Bob Fuentes Show at Guero's Taco Bar. Credit Andy Mahr. 3/29/2017 Black Grace Bass Concert Hall New Zealand's leading contemporary dance company returns to Austin with a dynamic... read more

Tags: Multicultural Events Spring Family Arts & Culture

Posted in: Events Family

View Full Post Spring Arts & Culture Round-Up

Published: 3/17/2017

After a few months of renovations, several of Austin’s must-visit museums debut this spring with new exhibits while others continue to inspire with fresh programming. Here are the exhibits on our spring bucket list: Courtesy of the Bullock Museum. Bullock Texas State History Museum This spring at the Bullock Museum, experience Purchased Lives: The American Slave Trade from 1808 to 1865 (02/11/17 – 07/09/17). This exhibit will take a look inside the lives of those individuals affected by the domestic slave trade in America with artifacts, first-person... read more

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View Full Post Historic Austin: Old East Austin

Published: 3/15/2017

Old East Austin is a historic district located to the south of East Seventh Street, to the west of Interstate 35, and to the north of Martin Luther King Boulevard. Texas. Rooted in a vibrant history of blues and jazz, East Austin represents the cultural richness and history of the city’s thriving African American community. Between 1910 and 1930, more than 1.6 million African Americans left the provincial South and moved to large cities in the North, Midwest, West and Southwest. Due to Austin’s steady growth throughout the period, many African Americans families were... read more

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View Full Post 5 Minutes with a Local: Adrian Quesada

Published: 3/13/2017

An artist of many hats, Adrian Quesada has been a part of the music scene in Austin for the past two decades, playing in numerous bands such as Grupo Fantasma, Brownout, The Echocentrics and Spanish Gold. Never one to focus on one particular sound, Adrian is renowned for his ability to mesh many different types of music with various artists, and he is branching out into several other musical avenues these days. Adrian sat down with us and recounted his musical influences as well as his experiences here in Austin. Adrian Quesada. Courtesy of Stevan Alcala. With as many bands and projects that... read more

Tags: Live Music SXSW Food Trucks

Posted in: Live Music

View Full Post Top Spring Sports Events in Austin

Published: 3/10/2017

Looking for some live action events while you're in and around Austin? We have you covered with a selection of the top spring sports events to fit any budget that are perfect for the whole family! 3/11/17 - 3/25/17 Rodeo Austin 9100 Decker Lake Road Over the years, Rodeo Austin has grown from a stock show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin’s premier events, featuring a top 10 ProRodeo, daily concerts, a world class livestock show and more. In addition, the Rodeo Austin Scholarship Program has impacted the lives of thousands of Texas youth, donating millions of dollars to... read more

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View Full Post 10 Local Artists to Watch at SXSW

Published: 3/7/2017

From its humble beginnings in 1987, the South by Southwest Music Festival has been one of Austin’s most storied institutions and is seen as a musical rite of passage for many local musicians, ranging from Robert Earl Keen to Los Lonely Boys. In 2017, the festival will celebrate its 30 th anniversary with a diverse collection of artists, including many local musicians. Here are our top picks for official, local artists that shouldn’t be missed during this year’s music portion: S U R V I V E. Credit Alex Kacha. S U R V I V E March 16: Official SXSW... read more

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View Full Post Your Insider’s Guide to Bat Watching

Published: 3/6/2017

Austin is famous for many fun (and funky) things — bluebonnets, breakfast tacos and continuous live music, just to name a few — but the bat (yes, you read that right) has become almost like a mascot to the city. From late spring to early fall, Austin becomes home to the largest urban bat population in North America. So, it should come as no surprise that bat watching has become a bit of a pastime for tourists and locals alike. At sunset, get ready for an only-in-Austin-experience: getting a peek at these nocturnal residents as they fly out from underneath the famous Congress... read more

Tags: Bats Outdoors Spring Summer Iconic Austin Tours

Posted in: Outdoors Family

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