May 18 2012 08:33amMay 18- Today National No Dirty Dishes Day! Eat out at your fav restaurant this evening, and relax knowing the dishes are done at home!
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May 18: No Dirty Dishes Day, National Pizza Party Day, Mother's Whistler, Cheese Souffle Day, Internnews.yahoo.com
No Dirty Dishes Day
May 17 2012 11:42am
Checklist for Camping in Austin this SummerPhoto courtesy of Nick Chill Photography
It is time to ditch all of that digital entertainment to go enjoy the beautiful weather and explore the great outdoors. Camping can be one of the best ways to bring a family or a group of friends together for a great time. With everything moving so fast these days, it is [...]
May 17 2012 07:58am
Art Shows: Creative Date Ideas in AustinPhoto courtesy of lukeok
Though, there are plenty of private, invitation-only art shows that support a professional networking, or elitist type of atmosphere, Austin also provides many smaller galleries that are a great place to meet interesting people, and enjoy a romantic evening full of insightful, and thought provoking art pieces.
Have you ever taken a date [...]
May 15 2012 03:11pm
Want to learn more about yoga? The Austin Yoga Expo & Conference this weekend will include an array of yoga classes, workshops and lectures.
The schedule includes everything from yoga for beginners to yoga for athletes, pre-natal yoga, workplace yoga, yoga for weight loss, therapeutic yoga, yoga for creativity, yoga for stress reduction, family yoga, etc.
The two-day event starts at 11 a.m. each day at the Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road.
The expo is open to everyone, whether you’ve never done a downward dog or you’ve been practicing for years. Teachers, musicians, authors, academics, doctors and heath professionals will be on hand.
Daily passes are $10, $44 or $79 for Saturday; $10, $44 or $69 for Sunday; or $144 for an all-access weekend pass.
May 14 2012 03:17pm
CONGRESS AVENUE MILE
The Congress Avenue Mile is the premiere mile event in Texas.
Starting just in front of the State Capitol building this slightly downhill course produces some amazing battles finishing to a roaring crowd on the Congress Avenue Bridge.
This race annually brings together the top high school milers and two-milers from around Texas for one last race before summer hits. With its proximity to the State Champs, all the top high-school studs in Texas are still primed, tapered and ready to roll.
May 19th... or just join in the festivities on the bridge.
PACKET Pick-Up: Friday, May18th at RunTex Riverside
May 11 2012 01:50pmHave a happy Mother's Day! Here is an article about bad (and funny) Mother's day gifts...
http://huff.to/IYLwsO
Dish Gloves, Cougar Shirts And More Bad Gift Ideaswww.huffingtonpost.com
NEW YORK -- What were they thinking? Through plastic smiles or gritted teeth, moms have to suck it up sometimes when Mother's Day means a gifted toilet, unsolicited wash tub or anti-aging cream.
May 11 2012 07:49am
Memorial Day Fun for the Family in AustinPhoto Courtesy of Grafixar
Memorial Day weekend is a good time to pay your respects, and spend some time with friends and family. There is no shortage of things to do in Austin on this commemorative holiday. Get off the couch, and take advantage of your long weekend by checking out some of these fun events in [...]
May 09 2012 02:27pmMay 11 is Natl. Public Gardens Day! Here is a free admission pass to your local Botanical Gardens! Take a date...
http://bit.ly/Jtkn1j
National Public Gardens Daywww.bhg.com
May 08 2012 06:47pm
Pachanga Festival 2012
The Pachanga Latino Music Festival, the Latin-themed music, cultural arts and food festival, has announced the initial music lineup for the 2012 festival. 19-time Latin Grammy and double Grammy Winners Calle 13 will perform for the first time in Austin as headliners for the inaugural Friday night show of the festival in partnership with local indie promoters Knuckle Rumbler.
Friday, May 11- Doors 6:30PM/Show 8PM
May 08 2012 09:17am
Make Mother’s Day Special in AustinPhoto Courtesy of Lisafannuchi
Since our mothers are so special to us we want to get them a gift that reflects our gratitude for all that they do, and sometimes finding the right Mother’s day gift can be a challenge. No matter what the cost or size of the gift, make sure it is meaningful. The [...]