There is LOTS going on this month! Mother's Day, Cinco de Mayo, the Kentucky Derby, the Pecan Street Festival, Memorial Day ... whatever the occasion, it's time to get outside, enjoy the sunshine, and see all the cool things that Austin and the Texas Hill Country have to offer ...
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FUN THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH
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WHERE TO DINE AROUND AUSTIN THIS MONTH
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Impress Mom with CRU's beautiful and delicious springtime brunch featuring classics to please all. Everyone gets to choose their own unique combination of appetizer, entree and dessert that will be plated beautifully and arrive at the table hot. Let Mom truly relax because you know she'll only try to jump in and help out. Plus, you’ll get the chance to enjoy their unique brunch drinks using wine-infused mixers. You’ll need it when Mom begins to regale the table with your childhood stories. At least there's no mess to clean up afterwards!
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ROT Biker Rally VIP tickets now available
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Experience the Rally in style this year. A limited number of 4-Day VIP Passes are now available.
The package includes: One 4-day ticket; free official t-shirt; VIP-only access to a dedicated viewing area of the main stage for all 3 nights (incl. Sat. night's performance by ZZ Top); VIP cash bar; air-conditioned restrooms; access to the Fri. night celebrity VIP party in the air-conditioned skyline lounge; staging near the front of the parade for the escorted ride downtown on Fri.; exclusive text notifications throughout the rally (opt-in only)
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Turtlemania – Drink Beer, Save Turtles!
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County Line BBQ restaurants will again celebrate their turtle customers—and human ones, too—with
Turtlemania
on Wed., May 23 from 5:30-8 pm at County Line on the Lake, 5204 FM 2222.
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Join us at MayFest
for a ton of family fun! This 4-day event is jam-packed with a carnival, games, free concerts, washer pitching, great vendors, and so much more! Come on down, and see what it's all about!
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Jason Eatherly |
Outside In
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ART on 5th is excited to announce an exhibition of new work by Austin-based artist Jason Eatherly. Widely recognized in the local street art scene for his image of a queen wearing a painter's respirator mask, he is expanding his work to the fine art world.
Opening reception
to be held Sat., May 12, from 7-9pm at ART on 5th Gallery, 3005 S. Lamar Blvd.
RSVP required
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This exhibition opens during the first weekend of the
WEST Austin Studio Tour
, and will be on display through Sun., June 10.
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Whiskey Roundup at Speakeasy
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Grab your partners and belly up to the bar for Whiskey Roundup at Speakeasy! You and your buddies will be talking about this one for a long time, maybe until we do this again next year. One night only, featuring whiskey sampling. Cocktails available for purchase.
Tickets:
Early bird $15 / $20 at the door. Guests will receive a total of 6 tickets (1 for premium and 5 for regular whiskey tasting.) Guests will also be given a marble to turn in for their favorite whiskey.
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Bellydancing classes at Arabic Bazaar
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A new six-week beginner bellydancing class will begin on Mon., May 7! Register now and join the fun and awesome workout. Bellydancing improves posture, realigns your body, and gives you an awesome skill to tuck under your belt. Classes for women only. Call 512-533-9227 to register, or
visit our website
for more details.
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Dirtybird BBQ at Circuit of the Americas
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Join us for the first Dirtybird BBQ ever in Austin! We have time-tested and perfected our party recipe: great food, the best crowds around and, of course, saucy sets from your favorite DJs. Event happens rain or shine.
We are continuing to up our game with an add-on $20 "feast" ticket for a plate full of authentic BBQ goodness.
Get your tickets now!
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Austin Zoo Revue + Grand Gala
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Austin Zoo Revue and Grand Gala fundraiser 6–10pm, Sat., May 12. Animal painting and training demonstrations, live/silent auctions, lavish buffet, locally sourced libations. Tickets $100. Sponsorships available. Call 512-288-1490 or
purchase tickets online
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The Lorax at the Wildflower Center
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The Wildflower Center and Alamo Drafthouse Cinema are coming together again to transform the center's Family Garden into an outdoor theater!
Event features free beverages from North by Northwest and Tito's Handmade Vodka; treats and eats from local food trucks; fun activities and lawn games before the movie.
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Artist Shou Ping at the Wildflower Center
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Artist Shou Ping's three-dimensional paper sculptures have been selling fast! Stop by the
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
in person and take home a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Showing through May 13.
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Come enjoy what the creative minds of Wimberley Glassworks have been up to!
Join us for an intimate afternoon of live music, glassblowing demos, cocktails by Treaty Oak Distilling, and reveal of our latest lit glass designs. June 9 / 3-7 pm
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Live Aura Readings at Nature's Treasures
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School may be out, but there’s always more to know! Come sit with our daily readers or ask about our Live Aura Readings, 11a-6p! See the full schedule at
NTRocks.com
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Be one of the first to experience the shiny, new Upstairs Circus — where shop class meets craft cocktails in downtown Austin's 2ND Street District!
Make a reservation
in one of our Project Socials; make a DIY project – we've got tools for leatherworking, jewelry making, and more; and get your creative juices flowing by enjoying one a libation from our bar!
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Every 2nd Thursday of the month, join us for
2ND St. Social!
Experience the three-hour sip and shop event with free drinks and offerings at participating stores in the District from 5-8 pm, including a special prix fixe dinner.
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Patio season is here at last! Say goodbye to winter weather this season at Iron Cactus. M–F 3–6pm. $5 house wines / $3 domestic beers (except TX craft beers) / $3 off all tequila drinks / $3 off all appetizers!
Find your nearest Iron Cactus.
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Scenic Happy Hours at The County Line
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Double airline rewards with Super Shuttle
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Now until May 31, SuperShuttle airline reward members can rack up DOUBLE miles with a ride from SuperShuttle/ExecuCar to or from the airport.
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Creation Station – new lower delivery prices
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Our new location is more convenient for some and less for others, so we've worked out a deal with our local delivery partner, and we are now offering a $10 delivery anywhere within the Austin City limits!
We cannot guarantee the item will arrive by a certain time, but the day it's done it will arrive on your doorstep – same day!
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Austin real estate market statistics
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The average home price in March was $394,722, up 7.2% over last year. The median home price in March increased 3.5% over last year to $305,233 and months of inventory decreased 0.2 months to 2.2 months, keeping Austin well within a seller’s market. March home sales jumped 10.5% over last year to 2,714, a record high for the month, indicating a strong selling season ahead as we move into the summer months.
Learn more about Austin real estate.
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Magnum
has a Lyfe Tyme barbecue pit for every
occasion. They have small ones that fit into your
receiver for tailgating, the perfect size for your
back yard bbq or get the triple lid bumper pull
for large gatherings. While your there don’t forget
to pick up a YETI cooler the keep your beverages ice cold.
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Save now
on Hilton Austin rooms – rates from $149!
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