Austin Golf – Jimmy Clay Golf Course
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The City of Austin offers five different courses for public play. The Jimmy Clay Golf Course is just one of the awesome opportunities for Austin Golf in a beautiful setting for a very reasonable rate!
You will find a beautiful and challenging three hole water feature at this course. Redesigned in 2007 to include newly planted greens and rebuilt bunkers and featuring 6,918 yards of traditional tree-lined fairways and open greens; this course enjoys the distinctive setting of Williamson Creek in Southeast Austin.
The Jimmy Clay Golf Course was originally constructed in 1974 by golf course architect Joe Finger.
In 1994, with the addition of the Roy Kizer Golf Course, the two courses together created a 36 hole complex of fine and diverse public golf.
Location
5400 Jimmy Clay Drive
Austin, Texas 78744
2013 Course Fees
Weekday Green Fee – $21.50
Weekend Green Fee – $24.50
Senior – $12.50 weekdays only
Junior – $9.00
Evening – $17.50
Sunset – $14.50
Cart rental – $12.50 per rider
Sunset cart rental – $12.50 one rider, $6.25 for 2 riders
Club rental – $15.00
To make reservations you can call 512-444-0999 as early as 7am. You can reserve your weekday play seven days in advance and weekend reservations are taken on the Tuesday before the weekend. They accept cash or credit cards.
The Jimmy Clay Golf Course is closed for maintenance on the first Monday of each month unless it is a holiday or there is a major golf tournament.
RangeGrinder Practice Program
With this program featured at the Jimmy Clay Course you get unlimited Range Balls, Two free lessons per week (anyday anytime), $13 Course fee at Jimmy Clay Golf Course (includes cart), 10% off all pro shop merchandise and equipment and a $2 discount at Joe Balander Short Course. All for $55 per month.
For much more information go to http://www.austintexas.gov/department/jimmy-clay-golf-course.
For City of Austin Public Links Tournament Schedule go to http://austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Parks/Golf/2013_Golf_Tournaments.pdf
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Austin Golf – City Pub-Links
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Austin Golf – City Pub-Links – For a wonderful Golf experience right here in Austin for not a lot of money try one of Austin’s City Public Links.
Jimmy Clay Golf Course
5400 Jimmy Clay Drive
Austin, Texas 78744
512-444-0999
http://www.austintexas.gov/department/jimmy-clay-golf-course
Practice facilities include a driving range, sand trap, chipping, pitching and putting greens.
Lions Municipal Golf Course
2901 Enfield Road
Austin, Texas 78703
512-477-6963
http://www.austintexas.gov/department/lions-municipal-golf-course
Practice facilities include a driving range (irons only) and putting greens.
Morris Williams Golf Course
3851 Manor Road
Austin, Texas 78723
512-974-8333
http://www.austintexas.gov/department/morris-williams-golf-course
Practice facilities include a driving range and putting greens.
Roy Kizer Golf Course
5400 Jimmy Clay Drive
Austin, Texas 78744
512-444-0999
http://www.austintexas.gov/department/roy-kizer-golf-course
Practice facilities include a driving range, sand trap, chipping, pitching and putting greens.
Hancock Golf Course
811 East 41st Street
Austin, Texas 78751
512-453-0276
http://www.austintexas.gov/department/hancock-golf-course
Practice facilities: A putting green is available.
Joe Balander Short Course
5400 Jimmy Clay Drive
Austin, Texas
512-444-0999
For information for annual course passes and memberships go to http://austintexas.gov/page/golf-memberships-annual-cards.
For City of Austin Public Links Tournament Schedule go to http://austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Parks/Golf/2013_Golf_Tournaments.pdf
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Tell Me About Labor Day
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Tell Me About Labor Day…
In the late 1800’s during the Industrial Revolution working conditions were difficult for most factory workers and extremely unsafe for others. The average American worked 12 hour days, seven days per week and then only earned enough for what we consider poverty level now. In some states children as young as 5 years old worked for only a portion of what an adult would earn. Many worked without fresh air, sanitary conditions and breaks.
It was these horrible conditions that brought about the organization of labor unions who began to hold rallies and strikes in an effort to gain better hours, working conditions and pay.
The first “Labor Day Parade” was held on September 5th, 1882 when 10,000 New Yorkers took off to work without pay to march from City hall to Union Square. Many states passes legislation recognizing the first Monday in September as a “workingmen’s holiday”.
In 1894 employees of the Pullman Palace (Railroad) Car Company in Chicago went on strike to protest wage cuts and the firing of union representatives. When this threatened to cripple railroad traffic nationwide the federal government sent troops to break the strike. This action resulted in riots that took the deaths of over a dozen workers. In an attempt to repair relations with American workers Congress passed an act making Labor Day a legal holiday.
Even before the Federal holiday was recognized the worker’s unions and many states chose the first Monday in September to celebrate Labor Day.
“The form for the celebration of Labor Day was outlined in the first proposal of the holiday: A street parade to exhibit to the public “the strength and spirit de corps of the trade and labor organizations”, followed by a festival for the workers and their families. This became the pattern for Labor Day celebrations. Speeches by prominent men and women were introduced later, as more emphasis was placed upon the civil significance of the holiday. Still later, by a resolution of the American Federation of Labor convention of 1909, the Sunday preceding Labor Day was adopted as Labor Sunday and dedicated to the spiritual and educational aspects of the Selector movement.”
Today we celebrate Labor Day and the contribution workers make to the success of our American way of life all across our country with picnics, parades, barbecues, family and public gatherings.
Labor Day marks the end of Summer and the beginning of Fall and because of large numbers of potential customers free to shop, Labor Day has become an important sale weekend for many retailers in the United States.
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Sources: http://www.history.com/topics/labor-day, http://www.dol.gov/opa/aboutdol/laborday.htm, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labor_Day
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LBJ Presidential Library
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LBJ Presidential Library – “It is all here: the story of our time with the bark off…This library will show the facts, not just the joy and triumphs, but the sorrow and failures, too.” —from the words of Lyndon Baines Johnson at the dedication of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum, May 22, 1971.
When you’re looking for something to do in Austin, here’s a great idea! The LBJ Presidential Library preserves the story of not only our 36th President, but also our country during his term. You’ll find the library located on a 30 acre site on The University of Texas Campus and you’ll also be among around 100,000 other visitors from all over the world who come to the LBJ Presidential Library each year.
What You’ll Find At The Library – “the Library houses 45 million pages of historical documents, 650,000 photos and 5,000 hours of recordings from President Johnson’s political career, including about 643 hours of his recorded telephone conversations.”
The beautiful ten-story building displays a four-story glass encased archive collection with a photo-engraving mural by artist Naomi Savage.
The Store at LBJ – Offering for sale: gifts, memorabilia showing President Johnson’s life and that of his family and souvenirs. Also offering many products reflecting Lady Bird Johnson’s love of our environment and the beauty of our country. The mission of The Store at LBJ is to support the Library.
Schedule a Tour
You can bring a group to take the guided tour, it lasts about 90 minutes and is free to school children. The Library is also available for self-guided tours and they offer programs for middle and high school students. For More Information or to Schedule group tours contact the Visitor Services Coordinator at Laura.Eggert@nara.gov.
Admission Prices
The LBJ Presidential Library is the only one of the 13 Presidential Libraries that has never charged admission. Recently the decision was made to begin charging to sustain the institution.
“The LBJ Library is currently asking visitors to donate the suggested price of admission ($8 adults, $5 seniors, $3 children 13-17). We appreciate your patience as we make this transition.”
Free Admission For Children 12 and under, Active Military, Member of Friends of the LBJ Library and Future Forum membership groups, student groups with reservations, UT students faculty staff and administration with ID.
So that everyone can be sure to continue to enjoy the library they offer free admission several day of the year: Martin Luther King Day, Explore UT, Memorial Day, 4th of July, LBJ’s Birthday (August 27th) and Veteran’s Museum Day.
Location
2313 Red River Street
Austin, Texas 78705
Enter on Red River Street between Manor and Dean Keeton.
(512) 721-0200
Library & Museum Hours
9am – 5pm every day
Except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
Free Parking
Research Room Hours
9am – 5pm
Monday – Friday
Appointment recommended
Closed on federal holidays
To Learn Much More About The LBJ Presidential Library visit http://www.lbjlibrary.org/.
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Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa – Austin Golf
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Calling all Golfers! If you don’t already know about the Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa, maybe it’s time! With it’s 4 Golf Courses, Three Springs Spa Experience, Exceptional Texas Cuisine and the 318 Spacious Guestrooms, Suites and Villas, Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa may just find it’s way to the top of your golfing list.
Four Championship Golf Courses
Fazio Foothills – Designed by Tom Fazio, this beautiful and challenging course features cliff-lined fairways, natural limestone caves, waterfalls and TiffEagle Bermuda!
Fazio Canyons – Located 2 miles from the Austin resort and also created by Tom Fazio, this 7,153 yard, par-72 course is home of Barton Creek Golf Academy. It also has it’s own pro shop and practice areas.
Crenshaw Cliffside – The setting for this delightful course is rolling hills, natural plateaus and soft contours and its architects are Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore.
Palmer Lakeside – This striking course overlooking Lake Travis is located 25 miles west of Barton Creek Resort & Spa and was designed by Arnold Palmer. Professional golfers rate Palmer’s design among the “Top Ten Texas Courses”.
The Three Springs Spa Experience
You can expect to be pampered with body and skin therapies, fitness instruction, meditation and fresh cuisine. Surrounded by Texas Hill Country beauty where three springs meet; and you don’t need to be a member to enjoy this calming therapeutic escape.
Dining
Whether you choose to dine in your room, at the pool or in one of Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa’s dining rooms, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of delicious Austin offerings.
Austin Resort Accommodations
With 318 spacious guestrooms, suites and villas you’ll be hosted in style during your stay. Accommodations include beautiful views of The Texas Hill Country and Golf Courses, tower guestrooms and fully stocked refreshment centers and in room high speed Internet access.
For more information visit Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa website.
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Kerrville Fall Music Festival Fundraiser 2013 – Labor Day Events
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This year’s Labor Day Festivities in our area include the Kerrville Fall Music Festival Fundraiser 2013 in Kerrville, Texas, located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country about 100 miles west of Austin. The three days of fun celebrate music, Texas wines and microbrews.
Evening Concerts – Each evening starting at 6pm the Kennedy Outdoor Theater, Food, Crafts, and Winery Booths Open and the five hour concert begins at 7pm. Come early to get a spot on the wooden benches. You can bring a blanket and/or pillow or bring your own chairs.
Afternoon Concerts – There will also be two afternoon concerts at the fully covered Threadgill Theater. Both Saturday and Sunday concerts are from 1pm to 3pm.
The Ballad Tree– This is where songwriters from the festival audience can share their songs under the Ballad Tree on Chapel Hill all three days during the festival from 3pm to 5pm on the main stage. Chapel Hill is located at the north end of the ranch.
To participate, bring your guitar, fill out the slip and put it in the hat. The guest host will draw names and introduce you and others as time permits.
Seminars – To support the Texas wines and craft beers the Kerrville Fall Music Festival Fundraiser is offering afternoon seminars on Saturday and Sunday. Seminars are at 3:30 at the Threadgill Theater and tickets are sold separately from the daily fundraiser tickets unless you purchase a VIP package.
Evening Concert Performance Line-up
Friday August 30th – Gordy Quist & Ed Jurdi of the Band of Heathens, Jon Vezner, The Farewell Drifters and MilkDrive.
Saturday August 31st – Ellis Paul, Terri Hendrix, Ruthie Foster and Hal Ketchum.
Sunday September 1st – Parker Millsap, AJ Croce, Steve Poltz and BettySoo.
Food, Beverages and More
You will find many delicious foods and a wide variety of beverages and there will also be several art and craft booths, Hill Country bike rides, yoga and more!
Where
Quiet Valley Ranch, nine miles south of the Texas Hill Country resort community of Kerrville on TX Hwy 16.
When
Friday thru Sunday, August 30th – September 1
Ticket Prices
Until August 27th at midnight you can purchase three day advance tickets for $100. This includes access to the campground and parking lot. And you can also save $5 for single day tickets through August 27th.
For More Information
http://www.kerrvillefolkfestival.org or by calling the festival office at (830) 257-3600. You can also e-mail the festival office at info@kerrville-music.com.
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Falconhead Golf Club – Austin Golf
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Graciously nestled into the Texas Hill Country west of Austin you will find Falconhead Golf Club. This is a public course offering the quality of golf you would expect from designers from the PGA Tour Design Center.
“The Tour’s seal of approval means that we offer you the kind of excitement you would expect to find at a tournament-level course, combined with a chance to succeed no matter what your skill level. We have five sets of tee boxes to provide you with exactly the kind of round you want to play.”
Included in Falconhead Golf Club offerings are Junior Golf Clinics and Camps, Falconhead Golf Pro Shop, Practice Facilities, Dining at Falconhead’s Clubhouse, Memberships and Packages, and Group Outings and Tournaments.
Junior Golf Clinics And Camps
Affordable junior clinics are available Thursday evenings and Summer Golf Camps are open to golfers ages 6 to 16. You can also purchase a junior membership that will allow unlimited practice and daily play.
Falconhead Golf Pro Shop
Whether you are shopping for yourself or that special someone, Falconhead Pro Shop offers a wide variety of clothing, clubs, balls, gloves and golf merchandise. Featuring brands such as Nike, Adidas, Footjoy and Titleist. They also offer special orders and gift certificates.
Falconhead Practice Facility
You can work on everything from chipping and sand shots, short game work, distance and direction control, approach shots, improving your swing and putting. With offerings like a practice range, target greens and a putting surface, who knows you may even improve your overall score!
Dining at Falconhead
The Talon’s Grill is open daily with food and drink specials featuring a variety of menu options. At Falconhead Clubhouse you’ll find a snack bar and full bar to enjoy. Breakfast tacos are served daily until 10am.
Falconhead Golf Memberships
They offer several memberships for players who love the game and love to save money! Memberships include family and individual memberships, Weekday memberships, Senior memberships, Junior memberships and Range player memberships.
Golf Outings And Tournaments at Falconhead
The staff at Falconhead can arrange a tournament for your events, servicing groups of all sizes and needs. They can also cater your event in their outdoor pavilion and help with your after the game awards ceremony.
Visit Falconhead Golf Club website to learn more. http://www.falconheadaustin.com/
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TriRock – Triathlon Series Austin 2013
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This Labor Day come out and enjoy the 2nd Annual TriRock – Triathlon Series Austin! Formerly the Austin Triathlon, this popular event, featuring triathletes of all levels, is held in downtown Austin. It all starts with a swim course that begins at the Stevie Ray Vaughn statue along Lady Bird Lake, next is the closed bike course over the Congress Street Bridge and the grand finale is the running course along the Auditorium Shores running path. There will be music all along the course and at the end a post race concert!
This year they will have a featured Team Relay Challenge Race for bragging rights only.
Here are a few things to expect at this years race; red carpet finish, music along the course, post race concert, finisher medals and a two day health and fitness expo.
About The Races
Race Distances:
Sprint – 700 meter swim, 16.7 mile bike, 3.1 mile run
Intermediate “Olympic” Distance – 1500 meter swim, 24.8 mile bike, 6.2 mile run
Athletes will compete with their age groups. You can also compete as a team of three with each member completing one segment of the race. There will be no age groups for the relay race and participants will compete for fastest overall time.
Event Location and Times
The Race – Auditorium Shores at 800 W. Riverside Drive, Austin TX 78704
Races Begin September 2nd at 7am
The Expo – Hyatt Regency Hotel at 208 Barton Springs Road Austin, TX 78704
Expo will be held on September 1st from 10am to 6pm
Spectator Rules
“Follow instructions from all Race Staff, volunteers and public safety officers
Do not at any time, enter the race course
Pacing athletes is not permitted
Be aware of areas Off Limits to spectators
Do NOT lean or push on fencing
Use designated crosswalks only when instructed by volunteers
Always look both ways and behind you before crossing or changing direction
Keep moving in a orderly fashion
Racers have the right of way. Spectators MUST yield to racers in progress
SPECTATORS and/or FAMILY MEMBERS are NOT permitted in the Transition Area
Know your athlete’s race number, swim cap color, wave number, wave start time and estimated finish time
Have a plan to meet up with your athlete at conclusion of race
Leave plenty of travel time. Expect heavy traffic into Race Site and/or Parking Area”
For More Information visit the TriRock Website.
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Sightseeing Tour of Austin
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At the Austin Visitors Center on 6th Street you can take a 90 minute Tour. Included in the Sightseeing Tour of Austin and the Hill Country is Historic Downtown, the Texas Capitol Complex, the University of Texas, Old East Austin and the Texas Hill Country west of Austin.
Your tour will include professional tour guides, span 30 miles and showcase Austin’s top points of interest including the spectacular Hill Country views and lakes, downtown shopping districts and local art.
This one of a kind tour of Austin will give you a wonderful overview of all there is to do and see in and around our city.
“Reservations are recommended because this popular tour frequently sells out. Our sightseeing tours run every day of the week for your convenience – reserve for today or future dates. Please Note – Austin Overtures has no minimum number of riders – so you will not be turned away.”
Location – Austin Visitors Center
209 E. 6th Street
Austin, Texas 78701
Notes – They suggest you arrive 20 minutes before your departure time, metered parking is available on E. 5th street and other streets nearby and there is also a parking lot at E. 5th and Brazos.
Tickets
Adults $25.00
12 & younger $17.00
Discounts Available
Seniors, Military, and Students may purchase a $21.00 tickets, present ID for discount.
Departure Schedule
Monday – Friday 10am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm
Saturday – 10am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 4:30pm
Sunday – 12:30pm, 2:30pm 4:30pm
Times change with the seasons so be sure to visit the “Tour Austin & Hill Country in 90 minutes”© website.
Some points of interest on your tour
Austin City Limits
Barton Springs
Restaurant Row
Bob Bullock Texas History Museum
Zilker Botanical Gardens
The Driskill Hotel
Bremond Block
2nd Street District
Brief History of the Highland Lakes System
Brief History of Texas
Camp Mabry
Congress Avenue Bridge and Bat Colony
Harry Ransom Center
Hill Country Views
Lake Austin
J. Blanton Museum
LBJ Presidential Library
Long Center for the Performing Arts
Mayfield Park
Moonlight Tower
Mount Bonnell
O Henry Museum
UT Performing Arts Center
Texas Memorial Museum
Texas State Cemetery
Texas Capitol
Lady Bird lake
Auditorium Shores
Palmer Events Center
Pennybacker Bridge
Umluaf Sculpture Garden
The University of Texas at Austin
UT Royal Memorial Stadium
6th Street
The Warehouse District
Wild Basin Preserve
Zilker Park
For reservations and more information go to http://www.austinovertures.com
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Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
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If your dreams take you to Church Ministry and Leadership, Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary might be right for you. They offer four degree programs:
MDiv, Master of Divinity – This curriculum offers skills training in theology, biblical studies, ethics, world religion, pastoral care, preaching, Christian education, worship, mission and evangelism. You will graduate with practical experience for leadership in many areas of pastoral care.
MAMP- Master of Arts in Ministry Practice
This degree would prepare you for lay leadership in the church or other service organizations with specific focus of communication, pastoral arts and spiritual maturity. This is a two year degree offering classroom study and practical experience.
MATS – Master of Arts (Theological Studies)
This is a two year program offering preparation for a teaching career or further education. With focus on research and leadership skills, reflection and study; you may pursue a single discipline.
DMin – Doctor of Ministry
This program requires three or more years of pastoral experience and includes a rigorous post-graduate course of study.
Dual Degree Program (MDiv/MSSW)
This is a program for master-level students offering Master of Divinity from Austin Seminary and Master of Science in Social Work through UTA’s School of Social Work.
Certificate in Ministry (CIM)
Designed for church leaders, not wanting a degree, but a theological education. There are seven courses of work included in this certificate program.
Special Student Program – Through Austin Seminary Special Student Program, students may enroll in master’s level classes on a per course basis.
Accreditation – Accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the US and Canada.
Student Housing – With a twelve acre campus they encourage campus living for their students; offering affordable one, two, three or four bedroom apartments to their resident students. If you are married with children or pets there’s a place for you and your family right on campus.
“Our unwavering commitment is to the preparation of women and men for pastoral ministry. Austin Seminary has a strong reputation in theology and biblical studies, as well as in preaching, worship, and practical experience for pastoral ministry. While a large percentage of our graduates serve in the parish, we recognize that God calls people to a variety of ministries and we are dedicated to educating the people of God for the church of God. Whatever your call, there’s no better place to acquire a solid foundation for Christian ministry than at Austin Seminary. In a recent survey of graduating students, the top three areas in which they felt stronger because of their Austin Seminary education were: trust in God, self-knowledge, and respect for their own religious tradition.”
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
100 E. 27th Street Austin, Texas 78705
512-404-4800
http://www.austinseminary.edu
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