Austin Ranked #6 on Top 50 US Destination Cities Report
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Austin Ranked #6 on Top 50 US Destination Cities Report.
If you love Austin you are not alone, these U-Haul statistics tell the tale…
According to U-Haul International, Inc. nationwide moving statistics for 2012, Austin Texas ranked #6 for families moving to a new city. The report, “The U-Haul 2012 Top 50 U.S. Destination Cities”, names these other cities ranked in the top 10…
Houston at #1, Orlando #2, Chicago #3, Las Vegas #4, San Antonio #5, Austin #6, Brooklyn #7, Philadelphia #8 Kansas City, Mo. #9 and Sacramento at #10. Dallas ranked number 17 in the report.
The rankings show movers renting a truck one-way and considers every city in the US, no matter how small. U-Haul considered 1.6 million one-way truck transactions during 2012.
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Nature Nights Summer 2013 at the Wildflower Center
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Nature Nights Summer 2013 at the Wildflower Center. What’s more fulfilling than spending an evening with your children and learning together? That’s just what they offer at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center! Every Thursday night from June 13 through July 25th you can find family fun exploring plants, animals and the ecology of Central Texas.
So come on out for interactive presentations, hikes with the experts and crafting for your kids and for the kid in you.
You can come a little early and have dinner at the Wildflower Cafe, they will be open from 5:30pm – 8:30pm serving their regular menu items.
Be sure to take your kids under 12 to the Gift Store to receive a free gift. They are recommending that you come early to get a good parking spot, if their lot is full, there is parking along the street in designated areas.
2013 Summer Nature Nights Schedule, 6pm – 9pm each night
Thursday, June 13- From Roots to Shoots
Thursday, June 20- Amphibians
Thursday, June 27- Insects
Thursday, July 11- Birds of Prey
Thursday, July 18- Wildlife
Thursday, July 25- Snakes
“Decades ago, Mrs. Johnson recognized that our country was losing its natural landscapes and its natural beauty. As much as 30 percent of the world’s native flora is at risk of extinction. The Wildflower Center was intended to help preserve and restore that beauty and the biological richness of North America. Since then, the Center has become one of the country’s most credible research institutions and effective advocates for native plants.”
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Austin Civic Orchestra – 2013 Season – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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The Austin Civic Orchestra – 2013 Season is about Embracing The Classics and Exploring The Future. Come on out this season and support and enjoy the work of this awesome collaboration!
Music Director Lois Ferrari, while embracing the future as well as the past has created a program that has something for everybody. Realizing that classical music, as a relevant and important art form, must embrace the future, the 2013 concerts should be unusual, and to use their words, electric, off-beat, cross-genre and radical. And along with the future the Austin Civic Orchestra will be celebrating the past with classics from favorites like Tchaikovsky and Beethoven.
The Concerts..
Texas Rising Stars
Featuring winners of the University of Texas Butler School of Music String Studio Competition
May 12th
4pm
Bates Recital Hall
University of Texas
Butler School of Music
2420 Robert Dedman Drive
Austin TX 78712
Zilker Park Pops Concert
Program – Sousa, Stars and Stripes Forever
Saturday and Sunday June 7th and 8th
8pm
Zilker Hillside Theater
Park Entrance is at 2301 Barton Springs Road
Austin, Texas 78746
“Among the oldest community orchestras in the country, the ACO was founded in 1977 by Mac Payne with sponsorship from the Austin Community Schools for the purpose of offering a recreational performing experience to musicians in the community. The organization started with a small group of string players that has since grown and evolved into the full symphonic orchestra it is today. The Orchestra’s first public performance was on September 14, 1978 in the ballroom of the University of Texas Student Union.”
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M&M Super Moving Certified Woman Owned Business
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According to the State of Texas, as of March 25th, 2013 M&M Super Moving was certified as a Woman Owned Business.
We are very proud to be among the women owned businesses in Texas. Come see how we are different!
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Keep Austin Weird Festival and 5K 2013 – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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If you love Austin Texas then you won’t want to miss the 11th annual Keep Austin Weird Festival and 5K 2013 this June! What a great opportunity to celebrate the capitol city of Texas! Expect unique, expect weird, expect psychedelic music, expect local artisans, bands, family activities and don’t forget the vendors with yummy food.
The philosophy of this festival is go big or go home. And they are backing it up with a promise of “one ultimate blowout party”.
“Think of this festival as the ultimate toast to Austin, a toast to hospitality, fun and a sense of community. No need to hide your kids or hide your wives (or husbands) as there are plenty of fun shenanigans for any Austinite in attendance.”
Ride Your Bike – there will be a bike valet, bring your bike to the parking corral near the east gate entrance and stop by the Mellow Johnny’s tent. They will mark you and your bike with wrist bands and watch your bike while you enjoy the festival. No need to bring your lock.
This doesn’t sound like a normal 5K, and so it shouldn’t! For example, this is a list of last years fun stops along the race…
Amy’s Ice Cream, Austin Culture Map, Brats ‘n Beer, Core Power, Deep Eddy Vodka, Dos Equis, Dub Academy – DJ, H-E-B, Juanita’s Bonitas,Luke’s Locker, Mud Puppies, Nike, Pinot’s Palette, Vitamin Water, Windsor Communities, Yellow Cab and Zico
The Keep Austin Weird Festival and 5K is on Saturday, June 22nd. The festival opens at 2pm, the 5K starts at 7pm.
The Long Center
701 West Riverside Drive
Austin Texas 78704
“Bring your creative side, your appreciation for the great city of Austin and a desire to have fun.”
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ATX Television Festival 2013 – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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Calling all TV lovers, and that means most of us! The ATX Television Festival 2013 is coming up in June and you’ll want to get in on all the cool offerings. The ATX Television Festival is not the same as other film and music festivals, they focus on the celebration of TV, with a full scope of interest including past, present and future.
Attendees can interact with various TV actors, creators, music supervisors, writers, directors and studio executives. There will be screenings followed by a time to ask your questions, on hand to answer will be panels of casts and creators.
You can also expect other fun offerings such as parties, live music, meet-ups, social media events and secret happy hours.
Celebrating the history of TV as well as the future, they will spotlight classic shows, never aired pilots, cult favorites, current hits and premieres of new series. Geared 50% toward television fans and 50% towards those working or wanting to work in the industry, the ATX Television Festival will serve the community and industry professionals, by giving the opportunity to discuss and celebrate TV together!
This one of a kind opportunity will commence on Thursday June 6th and continue through the weekend and end on Sunday June 9th.
Venues are…
State Theatre
713 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
Stephen F. Austin Intercontinental Hotel
701 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
Alamo Drafthouse Ritz
320 E 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
Badges are on sale now, with discounts until April 15th.
Go to ATX Television Festival website for more information about this awesome event.
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ENERGY STAR® Sales Tax Holiday May 2013
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ENERGY STAR® Sales Tax Holiday May 2013! From 12:01am Saturday, May 25th until 11:59pm on Monday, May 27th you can purchase Energy Star qualifying products and not pay sales tax. And the good news is there’s no limit on the number of Energy Star product you can purchase and an exemption certificate is not required. Also, these tax exemptions can be used on products purchased online, with the use of Layaway service, delivery charges and product installation, with exclusions. *
To be sure products qualify for the tax free promotion look for the Energy Star logo on the appliance itself or the packaging or the Energy Guide label.
“ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Earning the ENERGY STAR means a product meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by these two federal agencies.”
The products qualifying for the exemption are
Air conditioners priced at $6,000 or less
Refrigerators priced at $2,000 or less
Ceiling fans
Incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs
Clothes washers+
Dishwashers
Dehumidifiers
Programmable thermostats++
+ Because most dryers use similar amounts of energy, ENERGY STAR does not label clothes dryers.
++ ENERGY STAR specification of programmable thermostats was suspended on December 31, 2009; however, any existing stock of ENERGY STAR labeled programmable thermostats offered for sale by retailers is still eligible for the exemption.
Internet Sales – You can save tax dollars on internet and catalog sales of Energy Star products when the product is paid for and delivered to the purchaser during the tax free holiday or the purchaser orders and pays for the product and the retailer accepts the order during the tax fee period for immediate shipment, delivery can be made after the exemption period. *
Layaway – You can use the stores layaway plan to save tax dollars. Whether you make the final payment on your layaway order or you place your purchases into layaway during the tax free period your purchases qualify for the exemption. *
Delivery, Shipping, Handling or Transportation Charges – When you purchase a qualifying product and request delivery, if there is a separate delivery charge, the delivery charge is exempt from tax. *
Installation Charges – Charges for installation of qualifying items purchased during the sales tax holiday may or may not qualify for the exemption. Depending on whether the purchased items are attached or installed in real property and whether the property is residential or nonresidential. *
* Be sure to go here to see all the details and restrictions for tax free qualifications.
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Kerrville Folk Festival 2013 – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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May 23rd through June 9th join over 30,000 music lovers from all over the world for the longest running annual music festival of it’s kind in North America. Since 1972 it’s been a place where musicians of all stages of development come together and play together.
The Kerville Folk Festival 2013 won’t disappoint. The line-up of musicians performing on stage during the 18 day gathering include The Roys, The Farewell Drifters, MilkDrive, The Stray Birds, Birds of Chicagow/ JT Nero & Allison Russell, Ray Bonneville, Dala, Peter Yarrow, David Broza, Max Gomez, Trout Fishing in America, The Steel Wheels, Bill Staines, Lost & Nameless Orchestra, Parker Millsap, Gary P Nunn, Sweetback Sisters, Aengus Finnan, Dirty River Boys, Joy Kills Sorrow, Jon Brooks, Susan Werner, Bob Franke, The Warren Hood Band, Hayes Carll, Kelly Willis & Bruce Robison and many more!
Since 1972 over 1500 singer-songwriters have taken the stage. You’ll find a wide variety of music styles including folk, blues, jazz, Americana, bluegrass, acoustic rock and jazz.
“The focus of the festivals is to promote emerging artists while giving our audience exposure to both new and recognized, seasoned talent. Major label artists such as Lyle Lovett, Willie Nelson, Michelle Shocked, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Robert Earl Keen, Lucinda Williams, and Nancy Griffith played Kerrville early in their careers. Through the years, the Kerrville stage has seen other nationally known artists like Peter Paul & Mary, Judy Collins, Janis Ian and Arlo Guthrie, while others such as singer/songwriter/actor Ronny Cox play on our stages any given year.”
There’s lots more than music at the Kerrville Folk Festival 2013, in addition to awesome musical talent you will find, a songwriters school, hill country bike rides, canoe trips on the Guadalupe River, Sunday Services and special concerts and activities for children.
Advance Ticket Purchase Discounts Available
20 % discount if tickets are purchased between March 1 – April 16.
15% discount if tickets are purchased between April 17 & May 23.
Beginning May 24, all Tickets will be sold at Gate Price.
*Advance discounts apply to Daily Tickets only. Not Workshops.
Quiet Valley Ranch
3876 Medina Highway
Kerrville, Texas 78028
(830) 257-3600
Learn More About The Kerrville Folk Festival 2013.
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Austin Neighborhoods – Lakeway
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Lakeway is a great place to live and to play, with a private airport, golf courses, marinas, 65 miles of lake and one hundred acres of parkland and trails this may just be the destination you have been looking for!
You’ll find Lakeway on the south shore of Lake Travis, about 25 miles west of downtown Austin. Originally a retirement and second-home community, Lakeway now draws families, empty-nesters and young professionals wanting to enjoy the natural beauty and recreational activities including golf, tennis, hiking, biking, picnicking, camping, swimming, scuba diving, fishing, and boating.
Originally this area was inhabited by Tonkawas Indians, many relics from over 5000 years ago are plentiful in the area. From Dinosaur bones to rocks charred from campfires, flint weapons, tools and bones are all evidence of people who enjoyed the beauty and bounty of this area of Texas.
Today Lakeway is a thriving community proud of their lifestyle. The 2010 US Census reports the population was 11,391. The cities largest employers include Lake Travis Independent School District, Lakeway Resort and Spa and the Lakeway Regional Medical Center. Schools in Lakeway are exceptional too, rated exemplary in 2011. For higher learning in the area there are several colleges including The University of Texas, Saint Edward’s University, Austin Community College and Concordia University.
It’s understandable that there are plenty of outdoor activities in Lakeway, residents and guest to the area can enjoy the Lakeway City Park. The 65 acre park features walking, jogging, skating and bike paths, Huser Memorial Pavilion, a beach, water activities, play area, picnic sites, a butterfly garden, a wildflower meadow, a dog park, grills and benches, sand volleyball, slides, restrooms and a multi-purpose sports field.
There’s also a free skate park in Lakeway. The approximately 9000 square feet of combination bowl and street elements is open to the public.
Here’s plenty more about the City of Lakeway, Texas.
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Gardens On Tour 2013 at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
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Attention all gardeners and want to be gardeners! Come on out to the Gardens On Tour 2013 at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center! This year’s tour will feature five private gardens and the gardens at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower center was established by First Lady, Lady Bird Johnson and actress Helen Hayes to create awareness of our native plants and to teach us how to grow native plants in our own garden designs around our homes. The Gardens on Tours continues that desire with beautiful examples of fine design using wildflowers and native plants.
What a treat to get to tour these exquisite and mature gardens; for the beauty, for the ideas and for the inspiration! And remember, the blooming flowers and shrubs you will see in these gardens are hardy enough to withstand just about anything our Texas weather brings. And best of all native plants are so much easier to grow and care for, not requiring as much water or chemicals.
This years emphasis is on Small Urban Gardens. So put on your hat and your walking shoes and spend a day in the beautiful Austin spring gardens. There will be staff on hand at each garden to answer questions.
“The Wildflower Center is the nation’s leading native plant garden, and again this year we have expanded our gardens to show off stunning Texas plants. Check out the Mollie Steves Zachry Texas Arboretum entrance garden—the arboretum itself opens to the public next week.
Our gardens demonstrate that beauty and sustainability are not mutually exclusive. You might want to look at the Homeowners Inspiration Gardens to see how native plants work in naturalistic, traditional and formal styles, as well as the Texas mixed border garden where Texas natives meet English style. New this year is the Habiturf™ lawn in the traditional garden, which needs less water, less mowing and less weeding.”
Gardens on Tour will be on Saturday May 11th
9am – 5pm
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse Avenue
Austin, Texas 78739
$25 for the full tour
$6 for each individual garden
$3 children 6-12
Children 5 and under are free
Here’s more information about the Gardens On Tour 2013 at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.
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