It's that time of year where we celebrate and pay respects to those who have fought and are still fighting and serving our country. Memorial Day is this weekend and we encourage you to celebrate. Whether your just enjoying family and friends or attending a special event,take this weekend to celebrate and show your appreciation for our soldiers. In... [Read more...]
Local Food Potluck at Barr Mansion
Posted on May 20, 2011 By shamarlajones (Edit) Leave a Comment
Barr Mansion, the nation's first Certified Organic events facility, will host a Local Food Potluck on May 22. Barr Manison and the Sustainable Food Center is inviting the entire community to come out and participate in this local food celebration. Barr Mansion was chosen to be the venue for the local food potluck because of their commitment to going green... [Read more...]
Dog and Draft Tonight in Austin
Posted on May 18, 2011 By shamarlajones (Edit) Leave a Comment
Did you know that this week is American Craft Beer Week. Well if you didn't know, you know now. (Thank me later!) In celebration of American Craft Beer Week there will be lots of activities going on nation wide, including right here in Austin. Black Star Co-op Pub & Brewery is having a great event today to celebrate!! Black Star is offering the dog... [Read more...]
Cinco de Mayo has come and gone but we’re all ready for more Latin flavor! The good news is you don't have to wait much longer. The 4th annual Pachanga Music Festival will be at Fiesta Gardens in downtown Austin on May 21. This festival is going to bring all of the Latin culture to Austin.You will get a taste of latin flavor through music, food, cultural... [Read more...]
Austin’s New Farmers Market Meets at 6701 Burnet Road
Posted on May 5, 2011 By Craig Allen (Edit) Leave a Comment
A lot of folks in Northwest Austin remember the old Travis County Farmers Market, and were very disappointed when it closed in 2007. Well, it's back, under new management, and we couldn't be more thrilled. It has a new name, too-- the 6701 Burnet Road Farmers Market. Austin Community Impact News says Jean “J” Kruse, who's managing it, is trying to... [Read more...]
The Pecan Street Festival is This Weekend
Posted on May 4, 2011 By Craig Allen (Edit) Leave a Comment
Austin's Pecan Street Festival is coming up this weekend, May 7 and 8. It's a free arts and crafts festival held on 6th Street in Austin. It will be twenty-four blocks in downtown of art, music, food and fun. There's also a juried art competition. Proceeds make from the event will benefit local charities including LIVESTRONG Foundation, Austin... [Read more...]
