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September 9, 2010
7:30 pm
AAMP (Austin Art and Music Partnership)
411 W Monroe ST
Austin, Texas 78704
Admission - $5
Official Description: It’s not a reading, but you’ll hear stories. It’s not stand-up, but you’ll probably laugh. What is it? It’s the Story Department, a new monthly series of storytelling evenings to benefit Austin Bat Cave, a writing & tutoring center for kids. Each month we bring you new stories based on a new theme; no two Story Department events are the same!
This month's theme is Bad Habits. Storytellers lined up to date: L.B. Deyo, Shannon McCormick, John Spong, and Consuelo Allen. Tickets are $5, and proceeds benefit Austin Bat Cave programs.The Story Department is inspired by The Moth, a series of live storytelling performances established in NYC in 1997.
*Note: This event is created for adults (read: people over 21).
Aug 25, 2010, Registration Deadline Sept 6 - German Language Classes for Adults and Children - German-Texan Heritage Society
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September 8 - December 2010
Registration Deadline: September 6, 2010
Official Description: Registration is now open for the 4-12 week fall semester of German language classes in Austin. All classes are held at the historic German Free School at 507 E. 10th St. Teachers include both professional German instructors from local public schools and native German speakers experienced in tutoring adults and children. Detailed class descriptions and registration forms can be found at the link below.
Aug 23, 2010, Don't Feed the Bag Monster!
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August 26, 2010
Republic Square Park
(4th & Guadalupe)
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Official Description: ABOUT THE TOUR: Starting in 2005, Andy Keller had been using a huge ball of 500 - 700 plastic bags to show people at farmer's market how many plastic bags an average American uses yearly - and one day he decided to wear it. Thus was the spawning of the first Bag Monster (costume that is). This summer he's decided to embark on a national tour setting up in city after city across America to educate communities about the harms of single-use bags. His display has grown and now represents a single person's lifetime consumption of 45,000 bags.
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Aug 22, 2010, Texas State Capitol, Texas Capitol Building, Texas Capitol Parking
Texas State Capitol - one of the most popular of all Austin attractions. Tour details, Texas Capitol parking info, little known facts, and awesome photos here.
Aug 20, 2010, Austin Events September, Austin Festivals
Austin Events September - Summer may be over, but there's still plenty of great events and festivals taking place in Austin Texas. Check out the full list here.
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Aug 16, 2010, Canoe and Kayak Rental - Half Off
Good deal today (8/16/2010) from Living Social:
If stress from work has you feeling up a creek without a paddle, venture out and spend some time in the great outdoors. Stay above water and scoop up today's deal: For just $25, net $50 to spend toward any 24-hour rental or merchandise from Austin Canoe & Kayak. Pick up your kayak, canoe, or paddleboard and cruise down the rivers of Central Texas. Paddles, seats, and life jackets are all included with the rental. If you've already got your water vessel, head to the store for some accessories. After some time outside relaxing, your past worries and stresses will just be water under the bridge. Trust us, you don't want to miss the boat on this deal.
If you want more background information on how the Living Social program works (don't worry - it's free), check out the Austin Coupons and Daily Deals page.
Or better yet, just click the link below to be taken directly to Living Social to sign up and get today's deal.
But hurry - you'll still have to verify your email address and the deal expires at the end of the day (although you'll have until 12/17/2010 to redeem the deal).
Aug 16, 2010, Austin Nonprofit, Austin Charities
Real-Austin-Texas.com is a proud supporter of worthy Austin nonprofit organizations. See the current and past monthly featured Austin nonprofits.
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Aug 16, 2010, Austin Romantic Restaurants, Romantic Restaurants in Austin
What Are The Best Austin Romantic Restaurants? See what others have said or add your own page on the topic. Join the Austin romantic dining conversation now.
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Aug 13, 2010, Songs About Texas, Texas Music, Texas Musicians
Songs About Texas - Enjoy this compilation of videos and live performances of Texas-themed music.
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Aug 12, 2010, Free Day of Yoga, Free Yoga Day Austin, Austin Yoga
If you've ever wanted to learn yoga in Austin, or return to it after an absence, or even try out a specific studio or instructor, there's no better opportunity than Austin's Free Day of Yoga.
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Aug 12, 2010, Hairy Man Festival, Hairiest Man Contest, Brushy Creek Festival
The annual Hairy Man Festival (September 25, 2010) is a fun, family-oriented one day festival in the Brushy Creek area of Round Rock, just north of Austin.
Aug 10, 2010, Diez y Seis, Diez y Seis Austin, El Grito Austin
Diez y Seis Austin (September 11-12, 2010) at Fiesta Gardens celebrates the struggle for Mexican Independence in a two day celebration of Mexican and Mexican-American culture.
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Aug 9, 2010, Austin Museum Day, Austin Museums, Museum Passport Program
Austin Museum Day - September 19, 2010 - Free Admission at 25+ Austin Museums
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Aug 9, 2010, ASH BASH, BASH Art Show, Austin State Hospital
ASH BASH - Art Show and Sale - September 16, 2010 - Benefiting the Austin State Hospital
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Aug 8, 2010, Groups to Join in Austin, Austin Groups, Austin Organizations
The Groups to Join in Austin page is comprised of a small (but soon to be growing) list of membership-based organizations and groups in the Austin, Texas area.
Aug 8, 2010, Austin Cactus and Succulent Society Show, Zilker Botanical Gardens
The Austin Cactus and Succulent Society Show and Sale is a twice yearly event held at the Austin Area Garden Center located on the grounds of Austin's Zilker Botanical Gardens.
Aug 7, 2010, Pecan Street Festival, Old Pecan Street Festival, Austin Pecan Festival Parking
Old Pecan Street Festival - Austin's famous Spring and Fall downtown outdoor festival of arts, crafts, music, and family entertainment. Photos, maps, and more.
Aug 6, 2010, Carolyn Wonderland, Carolyn Wonderland Austin
Carolyn Wonderland Austin Page - Check out Carolyn Wonderland tour dates in Austin and throughout Texas, videos, interviews, and more.
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Aug 6, 2010, Austin Music Festival, Austin Music Events, Austin Events
Austin Music Festival Page (Austin Texas) - Comprehensive guide to Austin Music Events
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Aug 3, 2010, Sitemap, Real Austin Texas, Austin Texas
Sitemap for Real Austin Texas - See tons of Austin resources, information, and more at a glance.
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Aug 3, 2010, Austin Texas Map - Austin TX Map
Austin Texas Map Page: Check out this collection of cool and useful Austin Maps.
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Jul 31, 2010, Four Seasons Hotel Austin, Hotels in Downtown Austin, Austin Texas Hotels
Four Seasons Hotel Austin - Probably the most luxurious downtown Austin hotel, the Four Seasons provides easy access to the Austin Convention Center, Lady Bird Lake, and downtown entertainment.
Jul 31, 2010, Driskill Hotel Austin, Hotels in Downtown Austin, Austin Texas Hotels
The Driskill Hotel Austin - Class, Luxury, and Elegance in Downtown Austin Setting - See Photos and Hotel Review
Jul 29, 2010, Texas Family Vacations, Family Vacation in Texas
At the top of any Texas Family Vacations list should be a a trip to Austin, the capital of the state and home to many Texas attractions. Here are 7 great reasons to visit Austin.
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Jul 27, 2010, Texenza Coffee - Half Off Food and Drink - $30 to Spend for $15
Good deal today (7/27/2010) from Living Social:
Free yourself from corporate coffeehouses and walk off the bean-ten path to Texenza Coffee, the largest independent coffeehouse in Central Texas. Get your fix with today's freshly brewed deal, which brings you a $30 gift card to spend on food and drink for only $15. These brewers help customers break free of the early morning drowsiness with the Independence Blend, a rich and bold espresso. This will give true java connoisseurs the chills -- they serve cold-brewed coffee, not to be confused with hot-brewed coffee served over ice. Not in the mood for a caffeine buzz? Try one of the Texenza Naturals -- 100% all-natural fresh-fruit smoothies in crave-worthy flavors like strawberry banana and mango pineapple. Our advice? Kiss the franchises goodbye, because once you go independent, you'll never go back.
Texenza Coffee has five Austin locations and one in San Marcos. You have until 10/28/2010 to redeem the coupon/voucher. Best News: Unlike most Living Social Deals, the entire value on this deal does not have to be used all at once; voucher is redeemable over multiple visits.
If you want more background information on how the Living Social program works (don't worry - it's free), check out the Austin Coupons and Daily Deals page.
Or better yet, just click the link below to be taken directly to Living Social to sign up and get today's deal.
But hurry - you'll still have to verify your email address and the deal expires at the end of the day.
Jul 24, 2010, Austin Museums, Austin Things to Do, Austin Attractions
The Austin Museums Page is your centralized resource for all museums in Austin, Texas.
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Jul 24, 2010, Austin Childrens Museum, Austin Vacations, Austin Summer Camp
The Austin Children's Museum in downtown Austin, TX is a popular year round destination for families taking Austin vacations as well as for locals on the lookout for fun Austin activities for kids.
Jul 21, 2010, Austin Bats, Austin Texas Bats, Bats in Austin
Austin Bats - See photos of famous Austin Texas Bats - Largest bat colony in North America.
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Jul 19, 2010, Austin Events August, Austin Festivals, Austin Texas
Austin Events August - Dog Days of August? Not in Austin Texas. Check out the full list of August events and festivals here.
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Jul 19, 2010, Eat the Heat, NACE Austin, Austin Events
Eat the Heat (August 25, 2010) is an annual progressive cocktail party organized by the Austin Chapter of the National Association of Catering Executives (NACE).
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Jul 18, 2010, Deep Eddy Mile, Austin Events, Austin Swimming Events
The Deep Eddy Mile (August 14, 2010) is an American Swimming Association (ASA) sanctioned competitive pool race at Austin's historic landmark Deep Eddy pool.
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Jul 16, 2010, Moonlight Margarita Run, Austin Running Events, Austin Events
The Moonlight Margarita Run combines two popular Austin activities--drinking margaritas and a 5K race. The secret to the event's success is the order of the activities. First the race, then the drinks
Jul 16, 2010, Austin Italian Festival, Austin Events, Austin Festivals
The annual Austin Italian Festival (August 22, 2010) is held at the Austin Museum of Art's beautiful Laguna Gloria location and functions as a fundraiser for AMOA.
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Jul 15, 2010, Blues on the Green, Austin Concerts, Austin Events
One of Austin's great music traditions, Blues on the Green, KGSR's hugely popular and free Austin summer music series, has been going strong since 1991.
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Jul 15, 2010, Lake Travis Dining - Half Off Café Blue - Great Food, Views, and Drinks
Good deal today on Living Social for those who live near Lake Travis or want to treat themselves with a trip to the lake.
Today's Deal (7/15/2010) will get you $50 worth of food (and drinks!) for only $25 at Café Blue in Volente.
Café Blue (coastal cuisine) features lakeside dining with terrific views, seafood and steaks, and a decent wine list. Lunch entrés are in the $10+ range and dinner entrés are typically $20-$30.
You can check out the Café Blue menu here.
You have until 11/16/2010 to redeem the coupon/voucher. Note: it's not valid during happy hour, and please call ahead for reservations.
If you want more background information on how the Living Social program works (don't worry - it's free), check out the Austin Coupons and Daily Deals page.
Or better yet, just click the link below to be taken directly to Living Social to sign up and get today's deal.
But hurry - you'll still have to verify your email address and the deal expires at the end of the day.
Jul 15, 2010, Hotels in Downtown Austin, Austin Downtown Hotels, Austin Texas Hotels
Hotels in Downtown Austin, Texas - See full reviews and photos of Austin downtown hotels.
Jul 15, 2010, Batfest, Austin Events, Austin Festivals
Austin's Batfest (August 21, 2010) naturally takes place on Congress Avenue Bridge, home to Austin's 1.5 million migratory bat nine months out of the year. Vendors, live music, and family fun.
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Jul 13, 2010, Austin Ice Cream Festival, Austin Events, Austin Festivals
First celebrated in 2007, the annual Austin Ice Cream Festival has become a fun Austin summer tradition for the entire family. See festival videos and unrelated but interesting ice cream truck videos.
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Jul 12, 2010, Austin Hot Sauce Festival, Austin Events, Austin Festivals
Austin Hot Sauce Festival (August 29, 2010), one of the world's largest, is held at Waterloo Park each August and draws more than 15,000 brave attendees and more than 350 entries. See videos here.
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Jul 11, 2010, Courtyard Austin Airport, Marriott Austin Airport, Austin Airport Hotels
The Marriott Courtyard Austin Airport, located just two miles west of ABIA and fifteen minutes away from downtown Austin, offers travelers a clean, comfortable, and convenient stay.
Jul 8, 2010, Microtel Inn Austin, Microtel Inn Austin Airport, Austin Airport Hotels
The Microtel Inn Austin is conveniently located approximately two miles from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and provides free airport shuttle service. Photos and review here.
Jul 7, 2010, KOOP Austin, KOOP Radio, 91.7 FM, Austin Radio Stations
KOOP Austin (pronounced "co-op") is a community radio station, operated and broadcast by volunteers. With around 60 different weekly shows, there's always something unique on KOOP. Stream it here.
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Jul 7, 2010, Story Link: Camino Real teacher honored in fight against prejudice
Published by the Hays Free Press - Camino Real Elementary counselor Cynthia Anderson honored at the Austin Council of the Anti-Defamation League's No Place for Hate conference on the campus of UT.
