Austin Autism Bike Ride – 2013
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Come join the fun at the 6th Annual Austin Autism Bike Ride, Sunday April 21st, 2013. There are several routes you can take, the family ride is less than 2 miles, and the longer rides are 9 miles, 24 miles, 42 miles, and 62 miles.
Routes are approximate with the start and finish at Berry Springs County Park and Preserve in Georgetown. There are a few rolling hills along the paths, but most of the terrain is relatively flat. Be sure to bring your helmet, you’ll be required to wear it. Also you may want to brush up on the traffic laws, following those is mandatory. Bring what you need to fix your own flat tires, but there will be SAG vehicles patrolling in case you need help or need to be picked up. There are also rest stops available throughout the ride.
Where
Berry Springs County Park and Preserve, 1801 CR 152, Georgetown, Texas. (Printable a map with directions.) From I-35, take the Andice/Lake Georgetown (RM 2338 -Williams Dr.) exit #261A if coming from the south, or #262 from the north. Go east on RM 2338; turn left at the light (McDonald’s is on the right) onto Austin Ave. The Georgetown High School Ninth Grade Campus is about a mile north on the right side of the street, immediately past Georgetown HS. Turn right just past the Ninth Grade Campus, onto CR 151. Follow CR 151, and turn left onto CR 152. Entry gate to Berry Springs County Park and Preserve, 1801 CR 152 will be on your left.
Sunday April 21st, 2013
Ride Starts at 8am with no riders leaving after 10am
Course Start Time
62-mile – 8am
42-mile – 8:30am
24-mile – 9am
9-mile & 2-mile – 9:30am
Optional 5K run – As riders complete course
Packet Pick-Up
Thursday April, 18 – REI Round Rock, 201 University Oaks Boulevard #1100 from 11 to 6
Friday, April 19 – REI Gateway, 9901 N. Cap of Texas Hwy from 11 to 6
Saturday, April 20 – REI Gateway, 9901 N. Cap of Texas Hwy from 10 to 4
Sunday, April 21 – Day of Ride Registration and Packet Pickup if needed will begin at 7 AM
“What does the Autism Society of Greater Austin Do? We provide information and support to families all over Texas who are affected by autism through our meetings, workshops, phone line, website and listserv responds to inquiries about professionals, elected officials, and members of the community about autism and best practices advocates for Texans with autism at the state level.”
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Old Settler’s Music Festival 2013 – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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Way back in 1987 when the Old Settler’s Music Festival began it was held in Round Rock, now you’ll find this delightful festival in Driftwood, just south of Austin. There have been hundreds of bands perform over the years including Alison Krauss, Bruce Hornsby, Patty Griffin, Iron & Wine and more. Bring the children and your camping gear because you’ll want to enjoy the April weather in Texas as well as the great music they have lined up for this years fun.
The Old Settler’s Music Festival 2013 boasts a down-home friendly vibe. The beautiful landscape, huge shade trees, daily temps around 80 degrees, and our wonderful bluebonnets will provide the setting. Located at the Salt Lick Pavilion and Camp Ben McCulloch, expect nonstop music for four straight days, with workshops, kids activities, concerts, impromptu jam sessions all day and through the night.
“Four Stages of Outstanding Music – Every year, we feature more than 30 bands on four stages at the Salt Lick Pavilion and Camp Ben McCulloch. Thursday nights are special at Old Settler’s with a “Settle In” show on the Camp Ben stage from 4:30 to midnight. Friday afternoon features another bonus for campers — the Camp Ben Jam from noon to 3 pm at the Camp Ben Stage. Friday and Saturday, we move across the street to the Salt Lick Pavilion with three different stages operating from 4 pm to midnight on Friday and 10:30 am to midnight on Saturday. Sunday, back at Camp Ben, wake up to some “pickin & prayin” gospel, all around goodtime final show that begins at 10 am and closes around 5 pm. Campers can greet the morning with the yoga masters on Friday and Saturday mornings.”
They are saying not to wait to get your camping spot, they go fast. Also, in many years past the concert sells out, so get your tickets now. They’ll be selling discounted tickets until April 6th. You can buy a ticket for a single day or multiple days, with or without camping option.
When
April 18 through 21st
Where
The Salt Lick & Camp Ben McCulloch are within a few minutes of Austin, located 11 miles south of Highway 290 West on Farm Road 1826. From I-35, take Loop 4 to downtown Buda. Head west on Farm Road 967 for 11 miles, then turn left on Farm Road 1826 for 1/2 mile — Camp Ben McCulloch is on the left & the Pavilion festival site is just past the Salt Lick on the right.
Ticket Prices
First price discount until April 6th – Second price regular with no discount
Platinum Pass Until April 6th $485, Regular Price $519
4-day Wristband with Camping $215, $239
3-day (Fri-Sun) Wristband with Camping $185, $219
3-day (Fri-Sun) Wristband WITHOUT Camping $130, $154
Camping Electrical Permit $25, $25
Friday Wristband (no camping) $60, $69
Saturday Wristband (no camping) $60, $69
Sunday Wristband $25, $29
Children 12 or under get in free if accompanied by a paid adult.
All tickets are subject to applicable service and shipping fees.
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Round Rock Real Estate Update – January 2013
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‘Round Our Town – Round Rock Real Estate Update – January 2013.
There’s an old adage in real estate that insinuates that home sales slow in the winter months.
Have you heard it? I know I have…
In our neck of the woods, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Home sales this winter are burning up, with homes nearly flying off the shelves.
In fact, January’s closed sales jumped 28.6% from the same period in 2012. New listings were also up 3.0%, and the market’s strong demand continued to gobble up the increase in inventory.
Wondering how much green home sellers are receiving? Statistics for last month indicate that sellers received 95.1% of their asking price, up from 93.5% in January last year. The average sales price for homes nudged to $223,855, a 7.7% increase in a single year. To boot, time that homes spent on the market is ever-shrinking – clocking in at 58 days last month, a 19-day nose-dive from January, 2012.
In my humble opinion, the next facet we’ll witness in our nuclear-paced market will be the dynamic where builders aren’t able to construct homes to keep pace with consumer demand; it’s the classic supply-demand relationship in a strong marketplace. I believe you’ll see it come to the forefront. One sales associate I spoke with recently witnessed $22,000 in price increases within a 3-week period in his new home community.
The nuggets I’d like for you to take away? There’s no place on earth like Central Texas, especially Round Rock. The secret to the great quality of life we’re afforded here is out… And whether you’re looking to buy, sell or upgrade, now is the perfect time.
What makes Lora and the GoodLife Team different? Register for a limited-availability ‘Round Our Town Elite Buyer or Seller Consultation today by registering at http://texaslora.com/round-our-town/ (or emailing lora@goodlifeteam.com) and mentioning this blog. Find out how we change customer service to a five-star customer experience.
Lora Tucker Kaasch, Realtor®
The GoodLife Team
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512.539.7547
*Quote from Austin Board of Realtors
**This report uses Round Rock home sales data based on transactions that closed in November, 2012, and compares it to closings that took place during the same period last year (unless otherwise indicated). Information from the “Local Market Update – January 2013” by the Austin Board of Realtors®
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Art City Austin Festival 2013 – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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The Art City Austin Festival 2013, now in it’s 62nd, year is expecting more than 25,000 art enthusiasts from our area and all over the nation! The Art City Austin features local food, kids activities, music, and artist’s offerings from around the country.
Join in the fun as beautiful downtown Austin and the 2nd Street Retail and Shopping District open their doors for Austin’s oldest art festival. Come enjoy the April weather, be inspired by the art and music, bring the family, collect some art or just enjoy!
“Art Alliance announces an exciting and diverse lineup of musical performances on tap for Art City Austin 2013. From the positive hip-hop of Riders Against the Storm and the infectious world rhythms of Hard Proof Afrobeat to the exuberant rock gospel of Little Lo and the nascent Texas folk of The Lost and Nameless Orchestra, this lineup perfectly represents the diversity and quality of the Austin and Texas music scenes. The Suffers are coming from Houston to throw down their powerful brand of soul to close the stage on Friday. From Austin, Kalu James, The Sour Notes, Mike and the Moonpies, Mau Mau Chaplains, and The Urban Achievers Brass Band cover the spectrum from reggae to New Orleans Jazz to honky-tonk country.”
Festival presenters, Art City Alliance Austin, will be awarding cash for Best in Show for 2-D, 3-D and Best in Media. Proceeds from the event provide funding for artists and community programs.
Art City Austin Festival is a two day event, Saturday April 13 and Sunday April 14th, 2013. Saturday, 10am to 6pm and Sunday 11am to 6pm.
Dowtown Austin, in the 2nd street retail and shopping district.
Admission, at the gate – $8 for adults and children 12 and under free
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Clean Sweep Austin – 2013 – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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Clean Sweep Austin – 2013 is a project of Keep Austin Beautiful. Each April they organize a city-wide service day that includes 140 sites throughout Austin. The volunteer effort results in over 29 tons of trash removed from our city. The 5000 volunteer team contributes more than 11,600 hours to the clean-up.
The volunteers are well rewarded with a party and environmental fair at Fiesta Gardens. This year featuring free lunch, live music, a climbing wall, recycled art, children’s activities door prizes and more!
The City-Wide Cleanup
Saturday, April 13th
9am – 11am
Locations all over Austin
Volunteer Party and Environmental Fair
Saturday, April 13th
11am – 1:30pm
Fiesta Gardens
2100 Jesse E. Segovia St.
Austin, Texas 78702
Beginning March 1st you can register to lead a clean-up team or volunteer to help with the effort. Call 512-391-0617 x 905
About Keep Austin Beautiful
Clean – removing litter from neighborhoods, creeks, and public spaces in collaboration with the community while raising awareness about the impact of litter.
Beautify – building vibrant sustainable communities by empowering neighbors to beautify and restore public spaces.
Recycle – cultivating waste reduction practices within the citizenry in order to divert waste from landfills and transition to a zero waste culture.
Educate – leading presentations, service-learning projects, and awareness campaigns to nurture environmental consciousness.
Recognize – honoring the most outstanding environmental efforts of individuals, schools, and organizations.
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Bastrop – Austin Neighborhoods
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No listing of Austin neighborhoods would be complete without the addition of Bastrop. The city of Bastrop is the county seat of Bastrop county and 30 miles south east of Austin. Located on the banks of the Colorado river, Bastrop has all the charm and grace you would expect from a city established in 1837. You’ll find over 100 historic homes in it’s historic district and a wonderful mix of shops and restaurants downtown.
Bastrop was established in 1837 and is thought to have been named for The Baron de Bastrop by his friend Stephen F. Austin. The Baron attempted and failed to colonize the area in 1823. Farming and timber were the mainstays for the local economy from 1836 to 1860. Fire destroyed most of the downtown buildings in 1862 and in 1869 flood waters rose as high as 46 feet.
Today Bastrop has plenty of outdoor activities, with over 75 parks within the city limits. Enjoy the various playgrounds, walking trails, tennis courts, volleyball and basketball courts, baseball and soccer fields, picnic areas, river walk and fishing docks.
In September 2011 Bastrop State Park and the surrounding pine forest were 96% affected by wildfire. Firefighters were able to save the historic cabins constructed in the 1930’s. Most of the trails, campsites and facilities have reopened.
There are lots of things to do in the Bastrop State Park, such as biking, scenic drives, fishing, camping, picnicing, swimming, golfing, hiking, canoeing and Golf. The beautiful 18 hole Lost Pines Golf Club is playable year round.
Considering a move to Bastrop? Find out more here http://www.cityofbastrop.org.
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2013 Texas Road Rash Inline Skate – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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Here’s something for the family, the 2013 Texas Road Rash Inline Skate! New category for 2013, you can bring your whole family and skate at your own pace when you enter the recreational skate category. You’ll enjoy the day, the course, watching the professional skaters, BBQ and lots of fun!
Skaters arrive early for warm up. There will be water, fruit and bagels on hand to energize you before the race. After the race, you can visit the booths and cheer on the other racers. You can also sit on the picnic benches under the trees and enjoy some BBQ and Beer.
The course will be swept the morning of the race to remove all gravel and anything loose. The course starts and finishes in Old Settlers Park and will be maintained throughout the race by city staff and police for safety.
The Texas Road Rash Inline Skate Marathon began in 2004 with 110 participants and has grown yearly with more events and more prizes for the winners.
Event Dates
April 13th and April 14th, 2013
Where
The Elimination Races, packet pickup and race all take place at the Dell Diamond in Old Settlers Park.
3400 Palm Valley Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 255-2255
Get ready for Texas Road Rash 2013 by taking part in a practice skate with Hill Country Inline Club.
Sunday, February 24th 11am to 2pm.
Saturday, March 23rd 10am to 1pm.
Meet in the Dell Diamond parking lot ready to skate!
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Cedar Park – Austin Neighborhoods
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Located just 17 minutes from downtown Austin, Cedar Park has plenty to offer it’s citizens. With 400% growth in the last decade it is no wonder Forbes Magazine labels Cedar Park as one of the fastest-growing suburbs in America!
The city of Cedar Park was founded in 1887 and incorporated as a city in 1973. With current population exceeding 54,000 Cedar Park is the third largest city in the Austin area. Offering close proximity to Austin and the Texas Hill Country and the beauty of the Lower Colorado River System Cedar Park attracts residents from all over.
The City was named as one of the Top Ten Places to Raise a Family by Family Circle Magazine. With 860 acres of park space, the city lists 46 different parks and green belts. The Cedar Bark Park offers a natural dog pond, pet waste stations, benches, drinking fountains and a dog shower.
The city opened it’s new multi-use entertainment facility in 2008 Cedar Park Center hosts more than 130 events per year, including sporting events, concerts and family shows.
The Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge is just north of Cedar Park, conserving the nesting habitat of certain endangered birds. Also available at the refuge are festivals, hiking guides, carefully managed hunts, bird watching and hiking.
“Like much of the area, the refuge’s roadsides and prairies transform to brilliant wildflower gardens each spring, accenting the emerald, olive and forest green of the Hill Country. The flowers in turn attract a myriad of butterflies. In summer, at least 37 kinds of dragonflies zip across refuge ponds, streams and meadows in hot pursuit of their insect prey.”
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Texas VegFest 2013 – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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Texas VegFest 2013 will be an opportunity for people to come together and celebrate our health, the environment and the food grown in our community. There will be speakers and demonstration that will help you know more about a plant-based diet. Whether you are just looking to add more vegetables and fruits to your diet or a raw food enthusiast, there’ll be something for you at Texas VegFest 2013.
Bring the whole family for great food, live music, vendors from around Austin and across the country, demonstrations, speakers, children’s events, free samples, good food and cold beer. The goal is that you have a wonderful day at the festival and take home a new-found desire to eat healthy and skills and knowledge to make it happen.
When
Saturday, April 6th
11am – 6pm
Where
Fiesta Gardens West End
2101 Jesse E. Segovia St.
Austin, Texas
“Texas VegFest is an annual event promoting and celebrating plant-based diets for a healthier, more sustainable future. The event will be held in Austin, previously named eighth in a ranking of “North America’s Most Vegetarian-Friendly Cities.” The event will host a variety of different sponsors and vendors.”
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Louisiana Swamp Thing and Crawfish Festival 2013 – Cool Things To Do In Austin
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Looks like lots of fun doin’s at the Louisianan Swamp Thing and Crawfish Festival 2013! This will be their 19th running and the festivities include great food, music, dancing, shopping, bounce house and crawfish peel-and-eat competition.
This year they are preparing 7,000 pounds of crawfish to give out FREE with purchase of admission! There will also be the best in Louisiana cuisine to purchase; including, but not limited to, Cajun seafood, etouffee, red beans and rice, jambalaya, boudain and gumbo…
“BRING AN APPETITE!
Boiled crawfish with potatoes and corn plus…., Catfish, Bayou chicken, Fried oysters, Shrimp boats, Po’ boys, Crawfish tails, Fried alligator, Frog legs, Mock squirrel pie, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Etouffee, Rabbit, Red beans & rice, Roasted corn, Shrimp on a stick, Cajun turkey legs, Mardi Gras king cakes, Cajun taters, Fried mushrooms, Hushpuppies, Boudin, Cajun fried bacon, Hot links, Cheese steaks, Boiled shrimp, Corn dogs, Cajun pork, Pizza, Beignets, Cotton candy, Shaved ice, Cinnamon roasted nuts, Nawlins nachos, Hotdogs, Hamburgers, BBQ brisket tacos, Funnel cakes, “Gator” ade, Smoothies, Cold beer, root beer, creme soda & sarsparilla, Lemonade, limeade and iced tea.”
Shoppers will be happy to find a wide variety of arts, jewelry, clothing, candles, crafts, and other stuff to look through and take home.
8 bands will be playing non-stop all day and include several styles to please everybody; Cajun, Zydeco, Funk, Blues, Rock, & Jazz plus dance & burlesque (No Nudity).
Kids will enjoy the Bounce House, Monster Water Balls and a free playscape!
When
Saturday, April 6th
Times: 11am to 10pm
Located at the Buda City Park
204 San Antonio Road
Buda, Texas 78610
Buda is 15 miles south of downtown Austin on IH-35.
Admission is $20 for adults and includes free plate of crawfish
Kids age 8 and under are free with an adult
and it’s ok to come and go without buying another ticket
FREE parking next to the event. Overflow parking behind Cabela’s.
You may bring
Folding lawn chairs
Blankets
Small Umbrellas
Baby necessities, strollers
Soft sided coolers with ice only
Cameras
Friendly LEASHED pets*
*Dogs showing aggressive behavior will be removed.
You May Not Bring
Weapons
Tents
Food or beverage (including alcohol)
Bicycles – OK if left outside the gate (can be chained to the fence at your own risk)
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