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AUSTIN

PORTFOLIO

Grayson Berryhill

R E A L E S TAT E

REALTOR®

L U X U RY H O M E S I N T E R N A T I O N A L K E L L E R W I L L I A M S ® R E A LT Y

Born and raised in Austin, Grayson uses her knowledge and savvy of the local market to assist her clients in buying and selling real estate. Her professional background in sales and marketing has taught her the importance of building relationships, thinking strategically, and working with clients to achieve a sound investment.

Grayson’s passion for real estate started at an early age, as she grew up watching her parents’ remodel homes in Lake Travis, Westlake, Barton Creek, South Austin, and Clarksville. This experience has given her a unique perspective of the diverse and changing Austin real estate market and has allowed her to use a skilled, creative approach to provide clients with a positive outcome.

The Gossett Group 1611 W. Fifth Street• Austin TX 78703 | grayson@thegossettgroup.com | 512.921.0323 | TheGossettGroup.com

Meet the team

LESLIE GOSSETT Leslie began her career in real estate in 2005 as a student at Texas Christian University. With a passion for real estate, she co-founded the TCU Real Estate Club before graduating with a BBA in Finance and Real Estate. As a Realtor, she gained a foothold in the Dallas/Ft.Worth luxury residential market, before taking a position with a commercial private equity group as an investment analyst. An active member of the Austin Board of Realtors, Leslie serves on the Professional Standards and Education committees. Additionally, Leslie serves as VP Panhellenic for the University of Texas Kappa Alpha Theta Alumni group. In her leisure, Leslie enjoys interior design, traveling, and being a big sister with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas. Before joining Austin Portfolio Real Estate, Leslie ran her own brokerage, N30 Living, specializing in Central Austin real estate and the sale of new construction homes. Now, as an experienced Austin agent, Leslie and her team, The Gossett Group, represent some of Austin’s finest properties and consistently produce top results through the same principles on which Leslie built her business. DIANA VON ROSENBERG Diana knows Austin and calls it home. Originally from La Grange, TX she moved here in 2005 to attend St. Edwards University and has been here ever since. She has a degree in Psychology and worked previously as a style advisor for a Dallas based custom clothing line, J. Hilburn. She enjoys traveling both locally and internationally, trying new and creative workout classes, and is an unofficial local foodie whom people often come to for restaurant recommendations in the Greater Austin area. Diana spends her weeks following up with buyers and previewing property. She is an expert on available inventory in the Austin area and loves to help buyers find their dream home! ANGELA SCHNEIDER, LISTING-TO-CLOSE Listing to Close is the premiere transaction coordination service for Realtors® and Angela is the force that started it all. In today’s market, consumers expect to be kept in the loop and recieve immediate answers in regards to their affairs. While working with Listing to Close, and specifically with the company’s founder, you are sure to receive the best service possible.

JENNIFER ASBURY-HUGHES, FINGERPULSE MEDIA President of FingerPulse Media, Inc., the preferred agency for luxury marketing and branding of the Portfolio Brand at Keller Williams Luxury Homes International and Owner at Austin Email Flyers, an active real estate communication network, Jennifer Asbury-Hughes truly has her finger on the pulse when it comes to luxury real estate marketing. She has worked with companies large and small including Heritage Auction Galleries in Dallas Texas, Trammell S. Crow/Texas Business for Clean Air, and Haynes & Boone. A published writer, she studied journalism at the University of Georgia, Graphic Design at the Art Institute , and Strategic Communications at Penn State University.

“We are the key that unlocks the door to distinct, elegant estates in the most sought-after neighborhoods in Austin”

The #1 source to find homes for sale in Austin

WELCOME TO AUSTIN PORTFOLIO REAL ESTATE Austin Portfolio Real Estate is a locally-owned luxury boutique developed as the “first of it’s kind” off-site luxury business center with a separate and distinctive name from our parent franchise company, Keller Williams Realty International. Design and functionality are key features of our extensive property collection as well as our privately listed estates. The real estate professionals in our group are the most acclaimed, most productive, and most well-known names in the real estate industry. So please, contact me with any questions you might have about the market or our services. No question is too mundane – I want to help!

I work with a dedicated team of real estate associates who specialize in luxury real estate, but are well qualified to work with clients in every price range. With such a great team backing me up, I will help you find the most exclusive properties available in Austin, Texas, at the price range that you have determined. I understand your needs and am able to find the perfect luxury home based on your expectations and requests. The world is moving to Austin, Texas. Austin has been nominated as America’s fastest growing city by Forbes Magazine, and it has also been internationally acclaimed as one of the best cities in which to live in the United States. Austin is also known as the live music capital of the world with a continuously growing local economy. Nestled in the heart of the Texas hill country, Austin offers an amazing array of lifestyles for all ages and makes Austin the perfect city to buy your dream home. Luxury homes in Austin feature a special blend of architecture designed for the unique landscape of the Texas hill country.

1611 W. Fifth Street• Austin TX 78703 | grayson@thegossettgroup.com | 512.921.0323 | TheGossettGroup.com

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WHY

THE GOSSETT GROUP AT AUSTIN PORTFOLIO REAL ESTATE?

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Team When you hire me, you hire a team made up of myself and two other licensed real estate agents. Someone is always available for showings and open houses.

Track record

My sale price to list price ratio consistently hovers around 100%, meaning that I often deliver offers to my clients that are in line or above list price. I am able to achieve this in two ways: first, in my ability to properly analyze the market and set an optimum list price to achieve my seller’s goal and secondly through my ability to negotiate buyers up on their price.

Brand Recognition I have the privilege of working in an exclusive, luxury-focused office alongside some of Austin’s most acclaimed agents. The brand recognition from Austin Portfolio Real Estate, in addition to the Keller Williams Luxury network offers strong credibility and a high perception of value to buyers when I’m listing your home.

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Performance Based If we don’t get your home under contract within 30 days at a price and terms that are acceptable to you, I will reduce my commission from 6 to 5%. I want my incentives to be aligned with yours

Vast database of buyers My team invests heavily in our business, including online lead generation sources such as Zillow.com, - where we own more than half of 78704. Being a Zillow Premiere Agent also benefits my sellers because all of my listings are automatically deemed a featured listing. Zillow’s featured listings rank higher when buyers start their search on Zillow. Also as of May 2014, we have 400 buyer leads in our database who are utilizing our online tools to find a home in Austin. Each week, we generate approximately 20 new buyer leads within our system.

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CONTRACT TO CLOSE. The Gossett Group

Once we accept an offer on your home, the service you receive from me will continue. I will monitor the progress and insure all requirements are met by all parties.

Inspection - Negotiation and Paperwork. Appraisal - Checking on status and requirements. Loan Process - Status and Approval. Homeownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association paperwork and documents. Direct all necessary documentation to closing attorney or title company, lender, coopagent, unrepresented buyer, etc. Provide contact information for utilities, vendors for repairs, insurance requirements, tax information, etc. Arrange final inspection, if necessary. Arrange final walk-through, if desired. Keep in constant contact to keep you well informed of the closing process. Review the Settlement Statement in advance when possible and distribute to you Attend Closing and transferring of keys.

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When US Congressman, Stephen F. Austin led 300 American families into the new Mexican colony of Texas, he discovered they might have to turn around and go back. Austin had a charter from the Spanish government to establish a town, but when Mexico won its independence from Spain, it looked like the Mexican government wasn’t going to honor the charter. Austin managed to renegotiate, and the colonists found an appealing spot in Central Texas, near the convergence of Shoal Creek and the Colorado River, and named it Waterloo. Each family was given their own land, for which they were to pay 12 1/2 cents per acre. When none of the colonists seemed willing to pay, Mexico renegotiated to allow each family 5 years to pay $30.

According to local folklore, Stephen F. Austin met with the local Native American leaders and negotiated a border treaty at the site of what is now called

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Treaty Oak, a majestic Live Oak tree estimated to be about 500 years old, and the last of what was once a grove of 14 trees that served as a sacred meeting place for the Comanche and Tonkawa tribes.

The real growth of the city of Austin began in 1845 when the Texan Constitutional Congress approved annexation to the United States. A more permanent Capitol building was built and the town began to flourish.

After Texas won its independence in 1836, the village of Waterloo was chosen as the site for the Capitol of the Republic of Texas. Sam Houston, among others, disagreed with the decision, and the Capitol was moved 5 times before being officially named by President Mirabeau Lamar in 1839. The initial plan included a 640 acre site along the Colorado River bordered by Shoal Creek on the west and Waller Creek on the east, and President Lamar renamed the town Austin.

The Civil War began a trend that would characterize Austin politics until modern times. Despite the fact that the state of Texas voted to secede from the Union and join the Confederacy, the citizens of Austin voted overwhelmingly to remain a part of the Union.

The city honors the original name of Waterloo today in a city park and two local businesses. (Waterloo Park, Waterloo Records, and Waterloo Icehouse).

The post Civil War era saw an influx of newly emancipated African-Americans who established local churches, neighborhoods and businesses, many of which survive today: the neighborhoods of Masontown, Wheatville, Pleasant Hill and Clarksville were all created in the 1860’s and 70’s by these groups. During the economic boom of the 1890’s the north Austin

neighborhood Hyde Park was established by the influx of new business owners moving in to Austin. Already the seat of government, the city became a center of education as well in 1881, when Austin was chosen as the site for the new University of Texas, which began holding classes in 1883. That same year, Tillotson College for African-Americans opened its doors, and the Austin public school system was instituted. This period saw huge growth for Austin’s population and a series of improvements projects. Austin’s beautiful Capitol building was built in 1888 using pink granite from Marble Falls. It is the largest state capitol in the country, and while the U.S. capitol has more square footage, Austin’s capitol building is 7 feet taller. In 1910, the city built electric street lamps called Moonlight Towers. Austin is the only city in the world to still operate them. The tower serves as a major setting in the movie “Dazed and Confused” by Austin filmmaker Richard Linklater. In the original city plan, the town was centered around a grand avenue leading to the capitol building (Congress Avenue). The north/south streets were named after Texas’ rivers, in geographical order from East Avenue (now I35) to West Avenue. The east/ west streets were originally named for native Texas trees (Live Oak, Elm), but were changed to numbered streets (from 1st to 15th Streets) in 1884. The Congress Avenue bridge was built in 1913, expanding the city south of the river and creating the Travis Heights community. In 1918, the city acquired Barton Springs, the spring fed pool that became a symbol of the increasing appeal of Austin as a residential city. As the city expanded its services, including parks, hospitals, sewage, water and electricity, the population increased steadily. In 1893 the first dam was built on the Colorado River to generate hydroelectric power and clean water. Unfortunately, the dam was built directly on top of the fault line and it collapsed in 1900, which triggered a time of severe economic downturn. Congressman Lyndon B Johnson oversaw the rebuilding of the dam nearly 20 years later, naming it Tom Miller Dam and creating Lake Austin. In conjunction with the LCRA,

Mansfield Dam was built 21 miles upriver, and then Buchanan Dam, allowing Austinites to have inexpensive, city-owned hydroelectric power. The Longhorn Crossing Dam was built downriver in 1960, forming Town Lake (now known as Lady Bird Lake after first lady Lady Bird Johnson). In the 1970’s, technology joined government and education as a major center of Austin life. Companies like IBM, Texas Instruments and Motorola set up shop, and by the 90’s there were more than 400 high-tech companies calling Austin home. Austin was a major player in the dotcom boom, and rebounded into expanding markets of game development, music production and filmmaking. The rapid growth in the late 20th Century triggered a political divide among home-grown Austinites and big business development that has been a major struggle in modern Austin. As early as the 1970’s there were more than 150 different groups dedicated to conserving nature, beautification, preserving the city’s history and protecting wildlife. It was also in the 1970’s that a group of misfit Country & Western musicians made Austin their home. Guys like Willie Nelson and Jerry Jeff Walker had had enough of the big music industry life in Nashville and were looking for something different.

Country music, rock, and blues came together with artists like Stevie Ray Vaughn and Janis Joplin in what became known as the “Austin sound.” The Armadillo World Headquarters in downtown Austin became a mecca for anti-establishment musicians of all kinds. Austin City Limits premiered on PBS in 1975. Austin became known as a place where struggling musicians could launch their careers to receptive audiences of other musicians, “Austin hippies”, cowboys and businessmen. Now with more than 100 live music venues, Austin is known as The Live Music Capitol of the World and home to two world famous festivals, South by Southwest and Austin City Limits. In 1980, the Congress Avenue bridge underwent a major renovation, creating a series of concrete “caverns” underneath the bridge that proved to be an ideal home for bats. The bridge is now home to the largest urban population of bats in the world. At dusk, each evening from March to October, 1.5 million bats fly from the bridge to feed on insects, returning before dawn. From Stephen F. Austin and the Republic of Texas to Willie Nelson and the Congress Avenue bats, Austin has a colorful and “weird” history. It’s an eclectic town with a diverse population and a rich history.

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Play OUTDOOR GUIDE GOLFING DOG PARKS PARKS OF AUSTIN

Enjoy CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS FESTIVALS THEATER VENUES MUSEUMS CINEMA

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Austin

NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE

Central Austin

With over 220 days of sunshine, the second strongest job market in America (according to Forbes), live music every night of the week and a rich diversity of culture, it is easy to see why nearly 150 people move to Austin every day. And with dozens of distinct neighborhoods, ranging from the urban-chic east Austin area to the quiet sophistication of Westlake Hills, Austin has something to offer everyone when it comes to choosing a home.

Central Austin is seeing revitalization in its housing market, with loft renovations and new housing to historical structures such as the Brown Building. You can find apartment and condominium developments near the central business district, the Capitol complex, and the entertainment district, or you can choose to live in the historic communities that surround the University of Texas, where Victorian and Craftsman-style homes are available. Venture a little farther from the downtown core and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find established neighborhoods with neighborhood associations and a population mix of singles to young families to retirees. DOWNTOWN You can live the urban lifestyle dream in downtown Austin. Walk to work, dinner, a play, or a nightclub. This is a convenient, exciting, and vibrant place to live. Downtown is filled with restaurants, theatres, museums, hike-and-bike trails along Lady Bird Lake, and an eclectic entertainment scene. This is why so many people love calling downtown home. There is a wide range of residential choices in and around the downtown area, from single-family homes to more than 3,216 unique residential units you can buy or rent. 12

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ALLANDALE Northwest of downtown, Allandale is bordered by MoPac Expressway, Anderson Lane, Burnet Road, and Hancock Drive. Shoal Creek runs through Allandale. With major driving arteries like MoPac, Anderson Lane, and Burnet Road on three sides of the neighborhood, getting from Allandale to just about anywhere in Austin is pretty quick. Northwest Park and the neighborhood off-leash dog park are just two of the reasons that many of this communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residents have lived here since it was built, more than 50 years ago. HYDE PARK Located about 10 minutes north of the University of Texas, Hyde Park is a place for homeowners and renters, many of whom tend to be university students. Areas of Hyde Park have some very charming Craftsman- and bungalow-style homes that have been beautifully updated. Recreation in the community includes the Hancock Golf course and a number of shops and cafes, including the nearby Central Market and the Triangle, a popular multi-use center.

CENTRAL AUSTIN CONTINUED TARRYTOWN Located west of downtown, Tarrytown is bordered by MoPac Expressway, Lake Austin, Enfield Road, and 35th Street. What was once a neighborhood of quaint little houses has grown as homes have been remodeled and expanded, or torn down to make room for a new home on the lot. Home prices in Tarrytown have held value and continue to rise because of proximity to UT and downtown. This is a neighborhood of gracious homes, old churches, and quiet parks, with easy access to Lake Austin, Mount Bonnell, and Laguna Gloria – an indoor/outdoor venue that consists of 12 acres of beautiful parkland, including a mile of Lake Austin shoreline. Home to Austin Museum of Art, Laguna Gloria is a Mediterranean-style-villa built in 1916.

East Austin

Diversity among the neighborhoods east of Interstate 35 includes groundbreaking master-planned communities, neighborhoods that sprang up in the first half of the century, and an interesting mix of hip and affordable housing. MUELLER Mueller is one of the fastestgrowing and greenest communities in Austin. Designed on the site of Austin’s former airport, the neighborhood is envisioned as a mixed-use community, with condominiums, shops, offices, and green space. Many newer homes in the area incorporate energyefficient design. In addition to quick access to Interstate 35, this and other communities just east of the highway enjoy proximity to Dell Children’s Hospital, downtown, and the University of Texas. CHERRYWOOD Cherrywood, an established neighborhood with plentiful green space and quiet tree-lined streets, encompasses a number of subdivisions, including University Park, Avalon, Willow Brook, and French Place. Many of the remodeled homes in Cherrywood are perfect for starter homes and first-time buyers.

West Austin

Stretching west of downtown to Lake Travis, neighborhoods range from student rentals and tastefully updated homes to some of the area’s most exclusive communities nestled in scenic rolling hills. WEST LAKE HILLS West Lake Hills is technically a separate city just southwest of downtown Austin. It has Lake Austin on its eastern border and street after street of spectacular waterfront and lake-view homes. West Lake Hills is served by the highly rated Eanes Independent School District (ISD). Because of its proximity to downtown and the excellent schools, combined with awesome views and lake frontage, West Lake Hills contains some of the most expensive homes in the state. ROB ROY Rob Roy is an exclusive subdivision in the Hill Country about 20 minutes west of downtown Austin. Many homes offer incredible views of Lake Austin or the Colorado River basin, which has carved a dramatic path out of the limestone hills. Rob Roy is served by the Eanes ISD. DAVENPORT RANCH Davenport Ranch is an Austin subdivision that runs on the east side of Loop 360 between the Austin Country Club on Lake Austin and Ayers Drive. Beyond Ayers Drive is the Wild

Basin Nature Preserve; homes that back to the preserve are very private. Homes at the north end of Davenport Ranch actually back to the golf course at the Austin Country Club, and many overlook Lake Austin. STEINER RANCH Steiner Ranch is a large master-planned subdivision located near Lake Travis. Just off Ranch Road 620, Steiner Ranch is about 40 minutes from the downtown Austin area. Many of the homes in this community have striking views with dramatic drops to the water and access to a variety of walking trails, parks, swimming pools, tennis courts, and the University of Texas golf course.

Northwest Austin

This part of Austin is one of the city’s more scenic areas. Pair that appeal with quick access to downtown and several of austin’s high-tech employers, and it’s easy to see why homes and apartments in this area remain popular. GREAT HILLS First developed in the 1970s, the Great Hills neighborhood in Northwest Austin has grown significantly over the decades. While it still has a true neighborhood feel, it is conveniently located near multiple major highways and myriad stores and restaurants.

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NORTHWEST AUSTIN CONTINUED JESTER ESTATES The Jester neighborhood of more than 900 homes is located just 12 miles from downtown Austin and is surrounded on three sides by the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve. This green neighborhood is convenient to a multitude of high-tech companies along scenic Loop 360. LAKE POINTE Located off Bee Caves Road close to Highway 71, Lake Pointe is about 30 minutes from downtown and about 10 minutes from various points on the lake. Homes in Lake Pointe range from simple but relatively new neighborhood homes, to homes backing to a nature preserve, to homes with spectacular views of the Hill Country or Lake Austin. The area is served by the Lake Travis ISD, which is an excellent school district.

South Austin Quirky and a little eccentric, South Austin features the eclectic SoCo shopping district, convenient access to downtown, and a relatively short commute to San Marcos or San Antonio. TRAVIS HEIGHTS South of the Colorado River and tucked between Interstate 35 and South Congress Avenue is Travis Heights, one of Austin’s most sought-after addresses – particularly among professionals, many of whom work downtown and enjoy the quiet neighborhood just minutes from the office. Two parks, Big Stacy and Little Stacy, draw families year-round to swim, jog, cycle, or play tennis. Norwood Estate Park is one of Austin’s leash-free dog parks. ZILKER Just south of Lady Bird Lake, the Zilker neighborhood is home to Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Zilker Park. This community in the heart of Austin, is the site of major events like ACL Fest and South by Southwest. You’ll find both small and estate-size homes here, as well as new homes and historic properties. The vibe is distinctly Austin, and the commute is negligible if you’re headed downtown. SHADY HOLLOW Shady Hollow is a great family-oriented neighborhood, about 10 minutes south of downtown, that has a nice community center with a swimming pool and children’s play area. This neighborhood hosts many activies, including an Easter egg hunt, Fall Fajita Fest, and July 4th parade. CIRCLE C About 20 minutes southwest of downtown, Circle C is a masterplanned community of about 2,700 homes on approximately 4,000 acres. It is also home to the Circle C Tennis center, Circle C Gold Course, and Circle C park. It’s easy to stay active in this neighborhood, with its hike-and-bike trails, soccer fields, basketball courts, children’s play areas, and Austin’s only Veloway – a paved, three-mile loop for roller skaters, roller bladers, skateboarders, and cyclists.

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Getting Around Austin Welcome to Austin. One of the highlights of living and working in Austin are the many alternatives commuters have to driving. From car sharing to a burgeoning rail system, and everything in between (including horse-drawn carriages- it is Texas, after all), getting around Austin has never been easier.

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Metro Rail MetroRail is a quick and easy way to travel from downtown to Leander, northwest of Austin, and back again. The trains make connections with bus stops, including the new MetroRapid bus line. Capital Metro offers a mobile device app (Windows, Android and iOS) to purchase passes, plan routes and view arrival information. MetroRail tickets can be purchased at train stations via automated kiosks. Bikes are allowed on the trains, and up to 8 can fit in each car.

RAIL ROUTES AND SCHEDULES capmetro.org/schedulemap-rail.aspx

Metro Bus MetroBus and the new MetroRapid serves all of Austin from early in the morning to late at night, with connections for the MetroRail and University of Texas, Austin. BUS ROUTE SCHEDULES http://www.capmetro.org/schedulemap.aspx http://www.capmetro.org/schedulemap-rapid.aspx

Carshare Austin has many ways to get around, but for the areas away from the urban core, a car may be the best bet. In lieu of buying or renting a car, take a look at car share services. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a convenient and hassle free way to use a car for errands or quick trips. Car to Go http://austin.car2go.com Zipcar http://www.zipcar.com/austin/find-cars

Taxi Cabs Like most American cities, taxi cabs are ubiquitous and there are several different ways of hailing them. One way you may want to consider is an app for your iOS or Android device, especially around closing time for the bars. Yellow Cab has their own Hail a Cab app, while Lone Star Cab uses Taxi Magic, a national service available in other cities. One can also hail a vacant cab on the street. In the evening, it is often easiest to hail a cab from the downtown hotels.

Yellow Cab Austin Austin Cab Lone Star Cab

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Bike Rentals All sorts of bikes from beach cruisers to mountain and road bikes are available for rent, long and short term. Often, cargo trailers, racks and panniers are also available. Austin has a growing bike infrastructure with separated bike lanes, off-street bikeways and the Pfluger Bridge, which provides a car-free connection over Ladybird Lake for hike and bike trails and bikeways. Connecting it all are numbered bike routes illustrated by updated bike maps. Bicycle Sport Shop bicyclesportshop.com Austin Bike Tours and Rentals austinbiketoursandrentals.com Barton Springs Bike Rental bartonspringsbikerental.com Austin B-Cycle For short term rides from point to point generally 30 minutes or less, bike share is the way to go. Austin B-Cycle has about 40 bike share kiosks all around Austin. The kiosks are strategically placed where you want to go, and are close enough to keep the rides short. To ride, simply sign up online, swipe a card at the kiosk and pedal away. austin.bcycle.com/home/

Pedicabs Pedicabs are a way to get around downtown Austin or the UT area during festivals, big games or concerts. Finding a pedicab can be easy if one strolls around the more crowded areas along Fourth and Sixth Streets. Pedicabs can often be flagged down in passing. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be afraid to ask the rider to suggest a good food truck or market, or to give you a ride to where you can connect to the train or a taxi for longer rides.

Metrocycle Pedicabs metrocyclecab.com

Easy Rider Pedicab easyriderpedicabs.com Capital Pedicab capitalpedicab.com

Horse and Carriage For those times when nothing but the best and most elegant will do, consider a ride in a carriage. Carriages can be reserved ahead of time for special events or hailed from downtown around Fourth or Sixth Streets.

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“According to FORBES Magazine, Austinities are SMARTY-PANTS.”

With 40% of its population holding a bachelor degree and 14% holding a graduate degree, Austin, TX is one of the best cities in the US to live, work, and play. Austin is home to more than a dozen institutions of higher learning, including Austin Community College, Huston-Tillotson University, St. Edward’s University, and of course, The University of Texas at Austin, among the top ranked universities in the nation. At the heart of the Austin community, the university offers a home where the creative, artistic minds of the world live side by side with the scientific and technological innovators of tomorrow. AISD has more than 85,000 students on more than 120 campuses, and is one of the largest employers in the city, with more than 12,000 employees. Results from the Nation’s Report Card show that the AISD 4th and 8th grade students’ scores in science were among the highest in the nation. Austin also offers a wide variety of alternative education schools, with more than 50 private and charter schools available for students of all ages. With such a diverse educational environment, it’s no wonder that Fortune Magazine has ranked Austin as one of the nation’s top five intellectual capitals.

Higher Learning institutions ACC Cypress Creek 1555 Cypress Creek Road Cedar Park, Texas 78613 512-223-2000

ACC Northridge 11928 Stonehollow Drive Austin, TX 78758 512-223-4000

ACC Round Rock 4400 College Park Drive Round Rock, TX 78665 512-223-0000

St Edward’s University 3001 S Congress Avenue Austin, TX 78704 512-448-8400

ACC Eastview 3401 Webberville Road Austin, Texas 78702 512-223-5100

ACC Pinnacle 7748 Highway 290 West Austin, Texas 78736 512-223-8001

ACC South Austin 1820 W. Stassney Lane Austin, TX 78745 512-223-9100

Southwestern University 1001 E University Avenue, Georgetown, TX 78626 512-863-6511

ACC Elgin 1501 West US Highway 290 Elgin, Texas 78621 512-223-9400

ACC Rio Grande 1212 Rio Grande Street Austin, Texas 78701 512-223-3000

Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary 100 E 27th Street 512- 404-4800

Texas State University 601 University Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 512-245-2111

ACC Hays 1200 Kohlers Crossing Kyle, TX 78640 512-262-6500

ACC Riverside 1020 Grove Boulevard Austin, Texas 78741 512-223-6000

Huston-Tillotson University 900 Chicon Street Austin, TX 78702 512-505-3028

University of Texas at Austin 1 University Station Austin, TX 78712 512-475-7348

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Private and Charter Schools

Central Austin All Saints Episcopal 209 W. 27th Street Austin TX 78705 512-476-3589 PK-K Casa Montessori Development Center 404 Atlanta Street Austin, TX 78703 512-474-4119 PK-K Good Shepherd Episcopal 2206 Exposition Blvd Austin, TX 78703 512-476-4393 PK-K Huntington-Surrey High 4804 Grover Avenue Austin, TX 78756 512-478-4743 9th-12th Hyde Park Baptist 3901 Speedway Austin, TX 78751 512-465-8338 PK-12th Kirby Hall 306 W. 29th Street Austin, TX 78705 512-474-1770 PK-12th Paragon Prep Middle School 2001 W. Koenig Lane Austin, TX 78756 512-459-5040

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Sri Atmananda Memorial 4100 Red River Street Austin, TX 78751 512-451-7044 K-12th St. Andrew’s Epicopal 1112 W. 31st Street Austin, TX 78705 512-299-9800 1st-12th St. Austin’s Catholic School 1911 San Antonio Street Austin, TX 78705 512-477-3751 St. Mary’s Cathedral School 910 San Jacinto Blvd. Austin, TX 78701 512-476-1480 PK-8th St. Martin’s Lutheran School 606 W. 15th Street Austin, TX 78701 512-476-4037 PK-K St. Paul Lutheran School 3407 Red River Street Austin, TX 78705 512-472-3313 The Khabele School 801 Rio Grande Austin, TX 78701 512-480-8142 The Montessori Center 4108 Avenue H Austin, TX 78751 512-451-5081

East Austin Austin Peace Academy 5110 Manor Road Austin, TX 78723 512-926-1737 PK-10th

North Austin Austin Junior Academy 301 W. Anderson Lane Austin, TX 78752 512-459-8976 K-8th Brentwood Christian School 11908 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78753 512-835-5983 K-12th Holy Word Lutheran 10601 Bluff Bend Drive Austin, TX 78753 512-836-0660 K-8th Our Savior Lutheran 1513 E. Yager Lane Austin, TX 78753 512-836-9600 PK-5th Redeemer Lutheran School 1500 W. Anderson Lane Austin, TX 78757 512-451-6478 PK-8th

St. Francis School 300 E. Huntland Drive Austin, TX 78752 512-454-0848 PK-8th St. Louis Catholic School 2114 Saint Joseph Blvd. Austin, TX 78757 512-454-0384 PK-8th

Northwest Austin Austin Jewish Academy 7300 Hart Lane Austin, TX 78731 512-735-8350 K-8th Hill Country Christian 12124 Ranch Road 620 North Austin, TX 78750 512-331-7036 PK-12th Menechem Hebrew Academy 2127 W. Parmer Lane Austin, TX 78727 512-977-0770 PK-8th St. Matthew’s Episcopal School 8143 Mesa Drive Austin, TX 78759 512-345-3040 PK-K

St. Theresa’s Catholic School 4311 Small Drive Austin, TX 78731 512-451-7105 PK-8th The Children’s School 2825 Hancock Drive, #104 Austin, TX 78731 512-453-1126 PK-3rd

South Austin

Austin Montessori School 5006 Sunset Trail Austin, TX 78745 512-892-0253 PK-9th

St. Ignatius Martyr 120 W. Oltorf Street Austin, TX 78704 512-422-8547 PK-8th Strickland Christian School 7415 Manchaca Road Austin, TX 78745 512-447-1447 PK-8th Veritas Academy 4220 Monterrey Oaks Blvd. Austin, TX 78749 512-891-1673

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Bannockburn Elementary 7100 Brodie Lane Austin, TX 78745 512-892-0000 PK-7th

Austin Waldorf School 8700 South View Road Austin, TX 78737 512-288-5942 K-12th

Legacy Oaks Christian 7915 Manchaca Road Austin, TX 78745 512-326-2286 PK-12th

Regents School of Austin 3230 Travis Country Circle Austin, TX 78735 512-899-8095 K-12th

Montessori House of Children 1601 Brackenridge Austin, TX 78704 512-440-1154

St. Gabriel’s Catholic School 2500 Wimberly Lane Austin, TX 78735 512-327-7755

Parkside Community School 1701 Toomey Road Austin, TX 78704 512-472-2559

St. Michael’s 3000 Barton Creek Blvd. Austin, TX 78735 512-328-3230

Westlake St. Stephen’s Episcopal School 6500 St. Stephen’s Drive Austin, TX 78746 512-327-1213 6th-12th Trinity Episcopal School 3901 Bee Cave Road Austin, TX 78746

Cedar Park/ Leander Holy Family Catholic 9400 Neenah Avenue Austin, TX 78717 512-246-4455 PK-8th Summit Christian Academy (Cedar Park Campus) 2121 Cypress Creek Road Cedar Park, TX 78613 512-250-1369 (Leander Campus) 1303 Leander Drive Leander, TX 78641 512-259-4416

Pflugerville/ Round Rock Applegate Seventh-Day 4 Applegate Circle Round Rock, TX 78665 512-388-7870

Round Rock Christian Academy 301 North Lake Creek Drive Round Rock, TX 78681 512-255-4491

San Marcos San Marcos Baptist Academy 2801 Ranch Road 12 San Marcos, TX 78666 512-353-2400 6th-12th

Georgetown Community Montessori 500 Pleasant Valley Trail Georgetown, TX 78626 512-863-7920 Covenant Christian Academy 1603 Northwest Blvd. Georgetown, TX 78628 512-863-6946 Grace Academy 225 Grace Blvd. Georgetown, TX 78633 512-864-9500 St. Helen Catholic 2700 E. University Ave. Georgetown, TX 78626 512-868-0744 Zion Lutheran 6001 FM 1105 Georgetown, TX 78626 512-863-3065 2014 | Your New Hometown |

Public School ISD Directory Austin ISD 1111 West 6th Street 512-414-1700

Elgin ISD PO Box 351, Elgin 512-281-3434

Bastrop ISD 906 Farm St 512-321-2292

Georgetown ISD 603 Lakeway Dr, Georgetown 512-943-5000

Coupland ISD PO Box 217, Coupland 512-856-2422 Del Valle ISD 5301 Ross Road, Del Valle 512-386-3000 Dripping Springs ISD 510 W Mercer St, Dripping Springs 512-858-3000 Eanes ISD 601 Camp Craft Road 512-732-9000

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Hays CISD 21003 I-35, Kyle 512-268-2141 Hutto ISD 200 College St, Hutto 512-759-3771 Lago Vista ISD PO Box 4929 512-267-8300 Lake Travis ISD 3322 RR 620 South 512-533-6000

Leander ISD PO Box 218 Leander 512-570-0000 Liberty Hill ISD 14001 W Highway 29 512-260-5580 Manor ISD 10335 US Highway 290E, Manor 512-278-4000 Round Rock ISD 1311 Round Rock Avenue Round Rock 512-464-5000 Wimberley ISD 14401 RR 12, Wimberley 512-847-2414

STAY HEALTHY Austin Brain & Spine 801 W. 38th St., Suite 400, Austin 512-306-1323 www.austinbrainandspine.com

Lakeway Regional Medical Center 100 Medical Parkway, Lakeway 512-571-5000 www.lakewayregional.com

Seton Heart Institute - Kyle 5103 Kyle Center Dr., Suite 108, Kyle 512-504-0860 www.setonheart.com

Austin Surgical Hospital 1407 W. Stassney Lane, Austin 512-464-0212

Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital 6818 Austin Center Blvd., Austin Suite 100 512-346-1994 www.scasurgery.com

Seton Heart Institute - Round Rock 301 Seton Pkwy., Suite 302, Round Rock 512-324-4812 www.setonheart.com

S&W Healthcare University Medical Campus 3002 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-509-0100 www.sw.org/web/SW/UMC

Seton Medical Center Austin 1201 W. 38th St., Austin 512-324-1000

Cedar Park Regional Medical Center 4900 Mueller Blvd., Cedar Park 512-324-0000 www.cedarparkregional.com Central Texas Medical Center 1301 Wonder World Dr., San Marcos 512-353-8979 www.ctmc.org Cornerstone Hospital of Austin 4207 Burnet Rd., Austin 512-706-1900 Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas 4900 Mueller Blvd., Austin 512-324-0000 www.dellchildrens.net Heart Hospital of Austin 3801 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 512-407-7000 www.hearthospitalofaustin.com Hospital at Westlake Medical Center 5656 Bee Cave Rd., Austin 512-327-0000 www.westlakemedical.com

S&W Hospital–Taylor 305 Mallard Lane, Taylor 512-352-7611 www.swtaylor.org Seton Brain & Spine Institute 301 Seton Pkwy., Suite 402, Austin 512-324-7274 www.setonbrainandspine.com

Seton Medical Center Hays 6001 Kyle Pkwy., Kyle 512-504-5000 Seton Medical Center Williamson 201 Seton Pkwy., Round Rock 512-324-4000 Seton Northwest Hospital 11113 Research Blvd., Austin 512-324-6000

Seton Edgar B. Davis Hospital 130 Hays St., Luling 830-875-7000

Seton Southwest Hospital 7900 FM 1826, Austin 512-324-9000

Seton Heart Institute - Austin 1301 W. 38th St., Suite 705, Austin 512-324-3440 www.setonheart.com

Smithville Regional Hospital 800 E. Hwy. 71, Smithville 512-237-3214 www.srhnet.org Specially for Children 1301 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Suite 200, Austin 512-628-1800 St. David’s Georgetown Hospital 2000 Scenic Drive, Georgetown 512-943-3000 www.stdavids.com/sdgh.aspx St. David’s Hospital and Medical Center 919 E. 32nd St., Austin 512-476-7111 St. David’s North Austin Medical Center 12221 N. MoPac, Austin 512-901-1000 St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center 2400 Round Rock Ave., Round Rock 512-341-1000

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Dell Medical School: Teaching, Healing, Advancing Health The establishment of the new Dell Medical School at the University of Texas makes this an incredibly exciting time for Central Texas residents and the medical community at large. UT is the first tier one university in decades to establish a new medical school. The combination of the school with the planned adjacent teaching hospital is an opportunity to transform health care education and practice. The Dell Medical School inaugural Dean will be Dr. Clay Johnson, a practicing neurologist and world-class stroke specialist, who comes to Austin from his previous position as Vice chancellor of Research at the University of California San Francisco. Dr. Johnson promises new approaches for teaching, patient care and research with a vision to transform medical education and health care delivery. “There is no greater opportunity for improving health care 24

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than by building a medical school from the ground up at a top institution like UT,” says Johnson. The project is the result of a partnership among the UT System Board of Regents, the Seton Healthcare Family and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. Senator Kirk Watson was a big part of the inspiration to build the school, as part of his campaign to improve health care in Central Texas in 2011. The voters of Travis County made the next essential decision by approving Prop 1 in 2012, which allows a tax increase to help fund the school and teaching hospital. The Dell Medical School will provide medical education to students and residents, and support a full range of medical services, including cutting edge technologies and research. The school is committed to research and

development, building new programs as well as integrating existing successful UT programs like the Dell Pediatric Research Institute and the Texas Institute for Excellence in Mental Health. The hospital will be built adjacent to the school near the site of the current Brackenridge hospital, which will be replaced and upgraded- a huge boon for the residents of the 11-county region the hospital will serve. The medical school plans to welcome its first class of students in the fall of 2016. “The hope and promise have been that a UT medical school will be transformative. It can and should be an achievement for the people of Travis County, the university and the state that enhances our lives and changes the world,” said Sen. Watson.

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AUSTIN TEXAS

“The Next #1 Boom Town” “A Leader in economic recovery”, “#3 Innovative City”, “ Hottest entrepreneur region”, “The next #1 Boom Town” the accolades go on an on, but what everyone is saying is what Austin residents already know, that this is a great city in which to do business. From large corporations to micro companies, the technically skilled labor pool, cutting edge infrastructure, not to mention Texas’ lack of state income tax, make Austin a premier economic destination. On the following page, please find a list of some of the best small, medium and large companies to work for, according to The Austin American Statesman.

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THE BEST AUSTIN COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN 2013 ACCORDING TO THE AUSTIN AMERICAN STATESMAN

Small-Sized Companies SpareFoot Inc. Armbrust & Brown PLLC Mason Zimbler, a Harte-Hanks Company United Lending Stanberry & Associates Inc. 360Partners Encompass Home Health Trimbuilt Construction Inc. CWS Apartment Homes LLC Belco Equities Inc.

Medium-Sized Companies Spiceworks RateGenius Inc. Sailpoint Technologies Inc. Q2ebanking Keller Williams Realty RBFCU United Heritage Credit Union SAM Inc. RetailMeNot Gracy Title

Large Corporations

Cirrus Logic Inc. St. Davidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s HealthCare Yodle Charles Schwab Teacher Retirement System of Texas Continental Automotive Group Accenture Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies Starwood Hotels & Resorts

G R E E N A u s t i n Largest city to use only renewable resources In 2011, Austin switched to 100 percent renewable resources. Uses environmentally friendly street de-icing. Eco friendly dolomite instead of salt and/or sand

Ban on plastic shopping bags. March 1, 2013 single use grocery bag ban began Electricity derived from wind and solar Local solar power and from coastal and western wind farms Municipal compost collection City incentives add to eco benefits of composting 2014 | Your New Hometown |

AUSTIN IS FOR ENTREPRENEURS

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Not your average worker bee? Does a 4 x 4 cubicle with a 9 to 5 schedule in a fluorescent lit non-nondescript office unit sound like a prison? Austin is a city that fosters the kind of creativity and outside-the-box thinking that makes great entrepreneurs. Where else would one find programs like these?

Acton School of Business

Dell Think Tank

Acton is an MBA program in Entrepreneurship founded by business educators who found that they heard again and again from leaders in business that their MBA programs did not prepare them for the reality of the business world. Acton strives to take a different approach, teaching an interactive, case-based structure, wherein students work in groups to solve real world business problems. Founder and University of Texas professor Jeff Sandefer formed the Acton Foundation for Entrepreneurial Excellence (AFEE) in 2000, to publish and distribute actual entrepreneurial cases to be used as curriculum in business programs across the country. In 2002, Sandefer and several of his colleagues left UT to form their own university, focused on the principles of the AFEE., graduating its first class in 2004. “Acton” is named for Lord John Acton, a 19th century scholar and originator of the phrase, “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.”

Since 2011, Dell has hosted Think Tanks for business leaders who are particularly involved in social media, on topics such as Education, Healthcare, Entrepreneurship and the Changing Mobile Workforce. These sessions are an opportunity for business and community thinkers to come together and brainstorm challenges and solutions on a variety of topics. For example, on October 8, 2013, Dell hosted the Evolving Workforce Think Tank. A group of influential business leaders came together to discuss the challenges and expectations of the GenY and Millenial workforce and the correlative effect on productivity. More recently in January 2014, Dell hosted a Think Tank on the New Age of Apps and the Delivery Gaps at the NEA. These conversations are streamed live and live-tweeted- the last one to an audience of 14 million. The Think Tanks can be viewed online, and foster an ongoing conversation with viewers.

The school’s program is full-time only, and students can achieve an MBA in less than a year. This innovative program is accredited through Hardin-Simmons University and is well-regarded in both the business and academic communities. Acton has been featured in Forbes and Inc. magazines and is rated #3 in Princeton Reviews “Best Classroom Experience. The teachers are all accomplished entrepreneurs themselves.

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THE FASTEST INTERNET in the world

In April 2013, Google announced that Austin would be only the second city to reap the benefits of its high speed fiber service. Set to launch in mid-2014, Google projects speeds of 1,000 Mbps, a download speed that the company claims is 100 times faster than any service available at the time of the announcement. Service packages are to include gigabit internet and Google Fiber TV, and for a one time set up fee users get a free 5 Mbps service for seven years. Not to be out done, AT&T has also thrown their high speed hat into the ring, launching a 300 Mbps service via their U-Verse package. This option is available now to Austin residents in eligible neighborhoods, making AT&T first to market

with speeds that are 20 times faster than normal internet services. AT&T has plans to eventually offer competing speeds of 1,000 Mbps. What does all this competition mean for Austinites? Speed! And of course, productivity. About Austin being the center of so much Internet speed, Mayor Leffingwell had this to say, “It’s a resource that can help make our city even more innovative, and make our economy even stronger.”

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Between scores of parks, plenty of golf, kayak polo on Lady Bird Lake, miles of hike and bike trails, natural pools, disc golf and more dog parks than you can throw a stick at, Austinites can make the most of their 220 days of sunshine. Hopefully the following list will help you choose your own outdoor adventure.

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Pools

Water sports

Northwest (Beverly S. Sheffield) 7000 Ardath St. (512) 974-6700

Austin Rowing Club 74 Trinity St (512) 472-0726

Walnut Creek 12138 N. Lamar Blvd. (512) 834-0824

Texas Rowing Center 1541 W Cesar Chavez St (512) 467-7799

Bartholomew 1800 E. 51st St. To Be Completed May 2014

Rowing Dock 2418 Stratford Dr (512) 459-0999

Mabel Davis 3427 Parker Ln. (512) 441-5247

Live Love Paddle 1602 E Riverside Dr (512) 804-2122

Barton Springs Pool 2131 William Barton Dr. 512-867-3080

Zilker Park 2101 Andrew Zilker Rd (512) 478-3852

Garrison 6001 Manchaca Rd. (512) 442-4048

Congress Avenue Kayaks 74 Trinity St (512) 809-8916

Deep Eddy 401 Deep Eddy Ave. (512) 472-8546

Capital Cruises 208 Barton Springs Rd (512) 480-9264 SUP ATX 1541 West Cesar Chavez (512) 467-7799

Austin Paddle Sports 2200 South Lakeshore Blvd (512) 777-8958 AquaFly 103B Lakeway Drive (512) 925-8359

Climbing/Zip Lines North Austin Rock Gym 8300 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite B-102 (512) 416-9299 South Austin Rock Gym 4401 Freidrich Lane, Suite 300 (512) 416-9299 Rock About Outdoor Climbing Adventures! (512) 415-0804 Lake Travis Zipline Adventures 14529 Pocohontas Trail Leander, TX 78641 (512) 614-1996 Cypress Valley Canopy Tours 1223 S Paleface RR Spicewood TX, 78669 (512) 264-8880

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GOLFING IN AUSTIN Austin Country Club  18 holes over 6848 yards with a par of 72 (Private Equity Facility) 4408 Long Champ Dr | Austin, TX 512-328-0090  Austin Golf Club  18 holes over 6892 yards with a par of 70 (Private Equity Facility) 25400 State Highway 71 W Spicewood, TX 512-264-9787  Avery Ranch Golf Club  18 holes over 7121 yards with a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   10500 Avery Club Dr | Austin, TX 512-248-2442  Balcones-Spicewood Golf Club Spicewood Course  36 holes over 6769 yards with a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   11210 Spicewood Club Drive Austin, TX 512-258-6763  Barton Creek Resort & Spa  18 holes over 7161 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity) 8212 Barton Club Dr | Austin, TX 512-301-6569  Bluebonnet Hill Golf Course  18 holes over 6503 yards with a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   9100 Decker Ln | Austin, TX 512-272-4228  Butler Park Pitch & Putt Golf Course  9 holes over 805 yards with a par of 27 (Daily Fee)   201 Lee Barton Dr. | Austin, TX 512-477-4430  Crenshaw Cliffsides  8212 Barton Club Dr | Austin, TX 512-329-4653  34

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Falconhead Golf Club  18 holes over 7159 yards with a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   15201 Falcon Head Blvd | Austin, TX 512-402-1558  Fazio Foothills  18 holes over 6956 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity) 8212 Barton Creek Club Drive | Austin 512-329-4653  Great Hills Country Club  18 holes over 6599 yards with a par of 71 (Private Equity Facility) 5914 Lost Horizon Dr | Austin, TX 512-345-0505  Grey Rock Golf Club  18 holes over 6859 yards with a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   7401 State Highway 45 | Austin, TX 512-288-4297

Lakecliff Golf Course  18 holes over 6750 yards with a par of 71 (Private Equity Facility)   1700 Kahala Sunset Dr | Spicewood, TX 888-798-0695   Lions Municipal Golf Course  18 holes over 6001 yards with a par of 71 (Municipal)   2901 Enfield Rd | Austin, TX 512-477-6963   Live Oak At The Clubs of Lakeway  18 holes over 6643 yards with a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   510 Lakeway Dr | Austin, TX 512-261-7173

Lost Creek Country Club 18 holes over 6522 yards with a par of 72 (Private Equity Facility) Hancock  9 holes over 2818 yards with a par of 35 2612 Lost Creek Blvd | Austin, TX 512-892-2032  (Municipal)   811 E 41st St | Austin, TX Lost Pines Golf Club  512-453-0276  18 holes over 6646 yards with a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   Harvey Penick Golf Course  Park Road 1A | Bastrop, TX 5501 Ed Bluestein Blvd | Austin, TX 512-321-2327   512-926-1100   Jimmy Clay Golf Course  18 holes over 6857 yards with a par of 72 (Municipal)   5400 Jimmy Clay Dr | Austin, TX 512-444-0999

Morris Williams Golf Course  18 holes over 6637 yards with a par of 72 (Municipal)   4305 Manor Rd | Austin, TX 512-926-1298

Lago Vista Golf Course  18 holes over 6579 yards with a par of 72 (Municipal)   4616 Rimrock Drive | Leander, TX

Onion Creek Club - North 18 Course  18 holes over 6527 yards with a par of 70 (Private Non-Equity)   2510 Onion Creek Pkwy | Austin, TX 512-282-2162

Onion Creek Club Original 9 Course  9 holes over 2778 yards with a par of 35 (Private Non-Equity)   2510 Onion Creek Pkwy Austin, TX 512-282-2162   Palmer Lakeside at Barton Creek  18 holes over 6657 yards with a par of 71 (Private Non-Equity)   1900 Clubhouse Hill Spicewood, TX 830-693-3528  Pedernales  9 holes over 3330 yards w/ a par of 36 (Daily Fee) 807 Paisley Dr Spicewood, TX 512-264-1489   Quail Creek Country Club  18 holes over 6424 yards w/ a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   2701 Airport Highway 21 | San Marcos, TX 512-353-1665   Quicksand at Woodcreek Golf Club  18 holes over 6470 yards w/ a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   1 Pro Ln Wimberley, TX 512-847-9700  River Place Country Club  18 holes over 6611 yards w/ a par of 71 (Private Equity) 4207 River Place Blvd Austin, TX 512-346-1114   Riverside Golf Course  18 holes over 6562 yards w/ a par of 71 (Daily Fee)   1020 Grove Blvd | Austin 512-386-7077

Star Ranch  9 holes over 1450 yards with/ a par of 27 (Private Non-Equity) 2500 Fm 685 Hutto, TX 956-787-5957  The Hills Country Club Flintrock Falls Course  18 holes over 7051 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)   26 Club Estates Pkwy Austin, TX 512-261-7272  The Hills Course  18 holes over 7030 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)   26 Club Estates Pkwy Austin, TX 512-261-7272

AUSTIN TEXAS IS A GOLFER’S PARADISE

Twin Creeks Country Club  18 holes over 7033 yards with a par of 72 (Private Non-Equity)   3201 Twin Creeks Club Dr Cedar Park, TX 512-331-5900  University of Texas Golf Club  18 holes over 7154 yards with a par of 71 (Private Non-Equity)   2200 University Club Dr Austin, TX 512-266-6464  Wolfdancer Golf Club  18 holes over 7205 yards w/ a par of 72 (Daily Fee)   575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd Cedar Creek,TX 512-308-4770

Spanish Oaks Golf Club  18 holes over 6930 yards with a par of 72 (Private Equity Facility) 13001 Spanish Oaks Club | Bee Cave, TX 512-421-8530  2014 | Your New Hometown |

A guide to parks

for Fido Auditorium Shores 920 W. Riverside Drive 512-974-6700

On the banks of Town Lake, just west of the First Street Bridge. Auditorium Shores is an outdoor concert venue with an especially busy summer schedule, a place to catch the fireworks on the Fourth of July and the hub of Austin’s most popular hike-and-bike trail. Leash free area from South First to Bouldin Avenue.

Barton Creek Greenbelt Preserve 3755 B Capital of Texas Hwy 512-472-1267

This popular greenbelt follows a creek and offers about 7 miles of walking, hiking and mountain biking trails. There are also several popular swimming holes along the creek. Dogs are allowed, but must be on a leash. Some of the more popular access points to the trails are Zilker Metropolitan Park, and Loop 360 (south of MoPac/Loop 1).

It’s a Dog’s Life in Austin

Bob Wentz Park Bob Wentz Park Road 512-854-9020

This 211 acre park is located in the wild basin area of Lake Travis in the scenic Hill Country of Central Texas. Bob Wentz Park is a favorite location for water sports. The park’s facilities and close proximity to Austin (approximately one-half hour’s drive from downtown) make it attractive for picnicking, swimming, windsurfing, sailing, and scuba diving. The park includes a boat dock, two sand volleyball courts, a shoreline walking path, and a pavilion available for rent. Pets are allowed in the park, but must be kept on a leash and are not permitted on The Point.

Bull Creek District Dog Park 6701 Lakewood Drive 512-974-6700

This dog park is not fenced. It has access to the creek for water-loving pooches. Well-behaved dogs can roam and play off-leash, but must be under verbal control and within your sight. The off-leash area is located behind the restrooms.

Dog House Drinkery and Dog Park 3800 CR 175, Leander

20,000 sq foot off leash dog area - and multiple places for dog owners to hang out and watch their dogs be dogs.

Emma Long Metropolitan Park 1600 City Park Road 512/346-1831

Emma Long Metropolitan Park is the largest city-owned park at almost 1,200 acres. Just a few minutes’ drive from downtown Austin, and easy to get to from RR 2222, follow scenic City Park Road down to the shores of Lake Austin, and spend the day swimming, water-skiing, picnicking, or camping. Leash free area is between City Park Drive, and the west park boundary fence, Turkey Creek and the top ridge of the bluff line overlooking Lake Austin.

Far West ROW Between Great Northern Blvd. & Shoal Creek Blvd.

Relatively unknown and a bit difficult to find, this park offers a small leash free area from Far West Boulevard right of way between Great Northern Boulevard and Shoal Creek Boulevard.

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Northeast District Park 5909 Crystalbrook Dr.

Located east of HWY 183 at the corner of Loyola and Crystalbrook the park has a lighted basketball court, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits and playground. One large shelter is available for reservations. It will seat 84, and accomodate 100. Electricity is available at an additional cost payable in advance of the reservation. There are BBQ grills adjacent to the shelter. Leash free area between Crystal Brook Drive, the railroad right of way and Decker Lake Road.

Norwood Estate Dog Park I-35/Riverside Drive 512-974-6700

This is a fully fenced dog park. Well-behaved dogs can roam and play off-leash, but must be under verbal control and within your sight. The dog park is located on the north end of Travis Heights at the northwest corner of Riverside Drive and I-35.

Red Bud Isle 3401 Red Bud Trail Unit Circle

This park is on Lady Bird Lake, just below Tom Miller Dam, and is the entry point for Redbud Trail. A peninsula surrounded by lake it is a great place for water dogs. The whole park is leash free! Great park, and a must see.

Shoal Creek Greenbelt 2600-2799 Lamar Blvd.

This three-mile trail extends from Lady Bird Lake to 38th Street. As you walk along the crushed limestone, gravel and concrete trail, you will enjoy the trees and green spaces. You are sure to find the perfect spot for a picnic or leisurely stroll. The portion of the trail from 24th Street to 29th Street is designated as a no-leash zone, and hundreds of dog owners flock to the area.

Town Lake 2100 Barton Springs 512-974-6700

This is a popular walking and swimming spot for people and dogs. Dogs must be on a leash no more than 6 feet long. The park offers 10 miles of walking, hiking and bicycling trails. There are many beaches located along the lake. Playgrounds, picnic tables, and restrooms are available at Lady Bird Lake. There are many access points to this park, including Zilker Metropolitan Park at 2100 Barton Springs Road. To get there from I-35, take the Riverside exit. Go west on Riverside towards downtown. After you pass Congress Avenue, turn left onto Barton Springs. Go about 2 miles to the park. The entrance will be on the left.

Walnut Creek District Park 12138 N. Lamar Blvd.

Walnut Creek Metropolitan park is located in far north Austin, a little to the west of IH-35. There are two entrances to the park. The east park entrance is on Lamar Blvd., north of Braker Lane, south of Yager Lane. The north entrance is from Willow Wild Drive, a neighborhood side street that connects with Parmer Lane. Whichever entrance you choose, park in the lot near the swimming pool. Leash free area is between Old Cedar Lane, Walnut Creek & the east and west park fences

Zilker Dog Park 2100 Barton Springs Road 512-974-6700

This dog park is not fenced. Well-behaved dogs can roam and play off-leash, but must be under verbal control and within your sight. The dog park is located in Zilker Metropolitan Park at 2100 Barton Springs Road.

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A DAY IN THE PARK CENTRAL

Metropolitan Park 1000 Barton Springs Rd. Lamar Beach in Town Lake Butler Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park Metropolitan Park 200 S. Lamar Blvd. 1200 W. Cesar Chavez St. Circle C Ranch Pease District Park Metropolitan Park on 1100 Kingsbury St. Slaughter Creek Shoal Creek Greenbelt 6301 W. Slaughter Lane 2600 Lamar Blvd. Waller Beach at Town Lake Gaines Creek Greenbelt 4800 S. MoPac Expy. Metropolitan Park Garrison District Park 30 East Ave. 6001 Manchaca Rd. Goat Cave Karst WEST Nature Preserve 3900 Deer Lane Big Walnut Creek Onion Creek Greenbelt Nature Preserve 7004 Onion Creek Dr. 9221 E. US Hwy. 290 Onion Creek Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park Metropolitan Park 8652 Nuckols Crossing 614 Commons Ford Rd. Onion Creek Emma Long Soccer Complex Metropolitan Park 5600 E. William Cannon 1600 City Park Rd. Onion Creek Mayfield Nature Preserve Wildlife Sanctuary Nature 3801 W. 35th St. Preserve 4435 E. SH 71 SOUTH Slaughter Creek at Twin Auditorium Shores at Town Oaks Greenbelt 10520 1/2 S. 1st St. Lake Metro Park Southpark Meadows 920 W. Riverside Dr. Greenbelt Barton Creek Greenbelt 10003 S. 1st St. 3755-B Capital of Texas Stephenson Nature Blunn Creek Preserve and Outdoor Nature Preserve Education Center 1200 St. Edward’s Drive 7501 Longview Rd. Butler Park at Town Lake 38

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Williamson Creek Central Greenbelt 5120 S. 1st St. Williamson Creek East Greenbelt 4618 E. William Cannon Williamson Creek West Greenbelt 6310 Brush Country Rd. Zilker Metropolitan Park 2100 Barton Springs Rd. Zilker Nature Preserve 301 Nature Center Dr.

EAST Bartholomew District 5201 Berkman Dr. Colorado River Wildlife Sanctuary Park 5827 Levander Loop Colorado/Walnut Greenbelt 8001 Delwau Lane Decker Tallgrass Prairie Preserve 8001 Decker Lane East Boggy Creek Greenbelt 5609 Stuart Circle Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach in Town Lake 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St. Gustavo “Gus” Garcia District Park 1101 E. Rundberg Lane Indiangrass Wildlife 10203 Lindell Lane

John Trevino Jr. at Morrison Ranch Metropolitan Park 9501 FM 969 Little Walnut Creek Greenbelt 5100 E. 51st St. Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metropolitan Park 400 Grove Blvd. Walnut Creek Sports Complex 7800 Johnny Morris Rd. Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park 6620 Blue Bluff Rd.

NORTH Balcones District Park 12017 Amherst Dr. Brushy Creek Greenbelt 16533 Along Creek Cove Bull Creek District Park 6701 Lakewood Dr. Bull Creek District Park S. 7806 N. Capital of Texas Bull Creek District Park N. 6958 Spicewood Springs North Cat Mountain Greenbelt 6704 Cat Creek Trail Springbrook 1800 Picadilly Dr. St. Edward’s Greenbelt 7301 Spicewood Springs Steck Valley Greenbelt 8403 Adirondack Trail

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CIR CUIT OF THE A MERICA S Austin’s World Class Destination for Sports and Entertainment

Circuit of the Americas, or CoTA, is Austin’s newest major event venue, and the latest addition to the exclusive club of Formula One Racing Series courses all over the world. CoTA is the first racing venue in the United States to be purpose-built for Formula One racing. Austin native and former F1 driver/promoter, Tavo Hellmund, is the driving force behind creating the venue. Hellmund tapped the world’s foremost experts in the design of the circuit, using inspiration from some of the finest international courses, bringing the United States Grand Prix back to the Formula One World Championship Series in 2012. The United States Grand Prix is one of 19 stops on the F1 World Championship 40

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Series 2014, which begins in Australia on March 16, 2014 and culminates in Abu Dhabi on November 23. Over the weekend of October 31-November 2, Formula One fans will gather in Austin to watch 11 teams of 22 drivers compete on one of the world’s most difficult circuits. The 3.4 mile course is one of a handful world-wide that run counter-clockwise, making the 20-turn course consist mostly of left turns. This can be a physical strain on drivers, whose bodies (especially their necks) are more accustomed to the lateral g-force of a clockwise course. The CoTA track is designed in the European tradition of sculpting the circuit to the rise and fall of the land- the elevation of the Austin course varies by 133 feet. A sprawling 1,500 acre site, only 2 miles from Austin-Bergstrom Airport in SE

Austin, the complex is a multi-purpose facility that is home to an award-winning performance venue, state-of-the-art education and technology center, and an expansive private event space, in addition to the racing grounds. CoTA is a major destination for Austinites, F1 fans all over the country, and the tour and travel industry. Austin’s CoTA will also be the new home for ESPN’s Summer X-games, as well as other elite racing events in 2014, such as the Texas Motorcycle Grand Prix, the Road Racing World Championships (MotoGP), the Australian V8 SuperCar Series, and the Rolex Sports Car Series. (See race schedule below) Race fans will enjoy the venue’s many amenities such as the Motor Sports Driving Club and Karting Track; the Grand Plaza which features a reflecting pool and promenade,

2014 SCHEDULE April 10 Arcade Fire - Austin360 April 11-13 MotoGP - CoTA May 1 Toby Mac, Skillet & Lecrae Austin360 May 23-35 RedFest featuring Jeff Foxworthy, Tim McGraw and many more - Austin360 May 31 Jimmy Buffet & the Coral Reefer Band - Austin360 June 5-8 Xgames - CoTA July 10 Lionel Richie with CeeLo Green - Austin360

sleek and beautiful in their functionality. In 2013, the Amphitheater opened its doors with a sold out Kenny Chesney performance, and concluded the year by winning Pollstar’s Best New Concert Venue in the World. Austin360 plans a 20-concert season, with upcoming acts The Austin360 Amphitheater is a modern, being announced throughout the year. innovative performance space that holds 14,000 fans, making it Central Texas’ In addition to the incredible racing and performance facilities, 40,000 square largest outdoor venue. The stage is foot technology, media and education built around the base of the observation tower; the audience space includes a center, meeting and event space for broad area for standing-room or assigned business and community groups; there are also medical, law enforcement, and seating, surrounded by gently sloping lawn seating. Austin-based Miro Rivera fire-and-rescue training facilities on site. Architects designed the amphitheater and Truly a local and international gem, CoTA tower, and the result is truly a spectacle. provides a unique opportunity for both Austinites and visitors to experience Inspired by the precision, power and Formula One racing in a world class extreme performance of the Formula One cars, Rivera’s design emphasizes venue. the artistry of the structures themselves, tasty concessions and retail; and the signature 22-story observation deck. Fans can climb the double-helix stairs or ride to the top of the deck for stunning views of the racetrack and downtown Austin.

August 2 Fall Out Boy and Paramore Austin360 August 23 One Republic - Austin360 September 19-20 Tudor United Sports Car Challenge - CoTA October 9-12SVRA 2014 US Vintage National Championship - CoTA October 31- November 2- 2014 Formula One US Grand Prix

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AUSTIN IS... A CITY OF FESTIVALS January

March

Austin’s New Year Auditorium Shores This alcohol-free, family-friendly event celebrates the diversity and creativity of the city with visual art installations, actors, jugglers, storytellers, dancers, ﬁre dancers, face painters, elaborate costumes, and other festive performances. austintexas.gov/department/austins-new-year

Rodeo Austin Travis County Expo Center Austin goes cowboy as PCRA competitors hit the arena. Headline entertainers perform in concert nightly. RodeoAustin.com

Barton Springs Polar Bear Plunge Barton Springs Shake off your NYE hangover and dive in to the steamy waters of Barton Springs on New Year’s Day (or just come watch the spectacle). You should definitely get the T-Shirt. Hyde Park Theater Fronterafest Hyde Park Theatre This month-long festival, now an institution, features three separate components: The Short Fringe which runs the entirety of the Festival, showcasing pieces 25 minutes or less, the Long Fringe, with longer pieces between 45-90 minutes and the most unique component, ‘Mi Casa es Su Teatro’ which consists of a day of performances hosted primarily at private homes. fronterafest.com

February Carnaval Brasileiro Palmer Events Center Flamboyant costumes, Brazilian samba music, and the uninhibited, spirited atmosphere make Austin’s Carnaval one of the biggest such festivals outside of Brazil. sambaparty.com

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Zilker Kite Festival Zilker Park The Zilker Kite Festival is an iconic Austin festival. The whole family will enjoy looking at various ecclectic designs of kites blowing through the wind (or geting caught int he trees). Bring your kites to fly and maybe even enter the contest! zilkerkitefestival.com SXSW Austin Convention Center and more than 50 venues where noted filmmakers, musicians and multimedia artists from around the world converge to showcase music, film and interactive media during this internationally-recognized event. sxsw.com

April Eeyore’s Birthday Party Pease Park Eeyore’s Birthday Party is a fun event for all ages. Be sure to dress in a costume as prizes will be given. This fundraiser beneﬁts nonproﬁt organizations in Austin. Eeyores.org

Live Theatre, Anyone?

Austin is home to several live theater spaces from beautifully landscaped outdoor venues to funky modified warehouses. There are options for performance, classes, and workshops for children and adults alike. From Broadway productions to improvisational theater, you will find something for you and your family to enjoy. Just look at the list of running theater venues in town that feature productions in this great city! Austin Playhouse 6001 Airport Blvd. Austin, TX 78752 512-476-0084 austinplayhouse.com Bass Concert Hall 2350 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712 512-471-2787 www.texasperfmoringarts.org

Scottish Rite Child Theatre 207 W 18th St. Austin, TX, 78701 512- 472-5436 scottishritetheater.org

Dougherty Arts Center 1110 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704 512-974-4000

The Off Center 2211-A Hidalgo Austin, TX, 78702 512-476-RUDE (7833) rudemechs.com

Curtain Theater Coldwater Canyon Dr. Austin, TX, 78730 thebaronsmen.org

The Public Domain Theatre 807 Congress Ave. Austin, Texas 512-474-6202

Hyde Park Theatre 511 W. 43rd St. Austin, TX, 78751 Box Office: 512-479-PLAY Office: 512-479-7530 hydeparktheatre.org

The Vortex 2307 Manor Road Austin, TX, 78722 512-478-5282 vortexrep.org

Long Center For The Performing Arts 701 W Riverside Dr. Austin, TX, 78704 512-474-5664 thelongcenter.org Salvage Vanguard Theater 2803 Manor Road, Austin, TX, 78722 512-474-7886 salvagevanguard.org

The Hideout Theatre 617 Congress Ave. Austin, TX, 78701 (512) H-I-D-E-O-U-T hideouttheatre.com

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Zilker Garden Festival Zilker Botanical Garden Enjoy live music and have access to hundreds of vendors selling various items from jewelry to plants. zilkergarden.org Buda Wiener Dog Races Buda City Park Come out to the largest wiener dog festival in Texas! Race your Wiener, smooch some of our pooches, shop at all the vendor booths, eat the great food! budalions.com Art City Austin Downtown Austin Nearly 200 national artists, top local restaurants, two music stages and hands-on art activities make this one of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite fests. artallianceaustin.org Old Settlers Music Festival Salt Lick BBQ & Camp Ben McCullough Acoustic jazz & blues, bluegrass are performed at this music event. Arts & crafts, camping, food and libations complete this event. oldsettlersmusicfest.org Moontower Comedy Festival Paramount Theater The Moontower Comedy and Oddity Festival brings some of the funniest, wittiest and oddest world-class comics from around the globe. moontowercomedyfestival.com

May Dragon Boat Festival Lady Bird Lake Are you looking for an exciting event unlike no other? Watch the Dragon Boat Festival and Race. Enjoy Chinese food, live music and dance performances. Asianamericancc.com/events.htm Austin Wine & Music Festival This event is held in 1 location for 3 full days and features wine tastings for adults and fun events for the kids! austinwineandmusicfestival.com

Zach Theater 202 South Lamar Austin, TX, 78704 512- 476-0541 zachtheatre.org Zilker Theatre Productions: Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater 2301 Barton Springs Rd. Austin, TX, 78746 512-479-9491 www.zilker.org 2014 | Your New Hometown |

Lone Star Jam LBJ Lawn UT Campus Brought to you by The Young Texans Against Cancer and sponsored by Ziegenbock, Lone Star Jam has expanded to a 2 day festival featuring 20 or more country music bands. www.lonestarjam.com

June Republic of Texas Biker Rally Travis County Expo Center and Sixth Street The state’s largest motorcycle gathering attracts thousands of bikers for rides, parades and music. ROTrally.com Kerrville Folk Festival Kerrville, TX Take your family and enjoy the continuously played music for 18 days and nights. Kerrville-music.com Soul to Sole Festival Rollins Theatre/The Long Center This one-of-a-kind, Austintatious festival brings swingin’ jazz and hundreds of feet keeping time to the pulse of this wonderful and indigenous American art form! Tapestry.org

July Music Under The Stars Bob Bullock State History Museum The Bob Bullock Museum is hosting its free concert series (every Friday in July) performed by local musicians. Complimentary tacos and teas will be given out also. Thestoryoftexas.com 4th of July Fireworks & Symphony Auditorium Shores The Austin Symphony hosts an annual concert of patriotic music that culminates in a spectacular ﬁreworks display over Lady Bird Lake. Austinsymphony.org Bastille Day Festival French Legislation Museum Each year over a 1000 Austinites join the fun to celebrate Bastille Day with live music, dancing, silent auctions, food, face-painting and more! AFAustin.org

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August Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Fiesta Gardens Get in free by donating 3 cans of nonperishable food items and experience the fun, excellent (and some not so excellent) salsa while enjoying great local music! Austinchronicle.com Bat Fest Congress Ave. Bridge Enjoy live music, arts and crafts, food, bat watching, and more at the Bat Fest! Roadwayevents.com Austin Ice Cream Festival Fiesta Gardens Entertainment, games, contests, and of course, ICE CREAM! Enjoy this festival for a good cause! Icecreamfestival.org Austin Pet Expo Palmer Event Center Fabulous Prize Giveaways & Fun for both the Two-Legged AND Four-Legged! Mega-Adoption event, discounted vaccinations, free nail trims, and more! Austinpetexpo.com

September Old Pecan Street Festival 6th Street Musicians, food vendors, artists and craftspeople turn Sixth Street, originally named Pecan Street, into a lively street fair. Oldpecanstreetfestival.com Austin City Limits Zilker Park ACL Music Festival has expanded to two weekends to accomodate more fans, a total of 6 days! It is an eight stage event with 100+ bands, local food, and much more. ACLfestival.com

October Austin Chocolate Festival Norris Conference Center At the Austin Chocolate Festival, you can test many different types of chocolate! AustinChocolateFestival.com

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Austin Film Festival Various Locations The Austin Film Festival is the event to attend if you are looking to meet and speak with top-notch movie executives and producers - even screenwriters and ﬁlmmakers! AustinFilmFestival.com

Fun Fun Fun Fest Auditorium Shores National touring indie rock, hip hop, punk, electronica and metal bands converge on Austin’s urban park for two days of music. There is also a comedy stage, as well as on-site screen printing, shopping and food. funfunfunfest.com

Texas Book Festival State Capitol Building This festival takes place every year in the fall and is a fun event for all ages. Allow your children to be amazed with well-known authors and activities! TexasBookFestival.org Gypsy Picnic Auditorium Shores Gypsy Picnic is an Austin festival featuring food trailers from all over town offering sample items from their menus for a lowered price! GypsyPicnic.com

December Armadillo Christmas Bazaar Palmer Event Center Shades of old Austin are reﬂected at this market of eclectic gift items and local entertainment. www.armadillobazaar.com Trail of Lights Zilker Park A beautiful array of lights - in December, the tree is lit, following a 5k run, which allows the Trail of Lights to be lit and showcased. www.austintrailoﬂights.org

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Austin Museums

Austin, Texas, the heart of our fine state, offers a truly interesting and vast variety of museums that reflect our rich culture. From Texas History to Digital Arts, the history of music, children’s interest or fine art, there is a cultural learning experience available for any taste. We encourage you to get out there and experience Austin’s unique cultural narrative through any of the various installations that take place around the city. Many museums offer free days, festivals and events that are fun and educational for the entire family. Austin’s Children’s Museum 201 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701 512-472-2499 Austinkids.org Austin Museum of Digital Art (rotating locations) amoda.org Austin Nature & Science Center 301 Nature Ctr Dr, Austin, TX 78746 512-974-3888 http://www.austintexas.gov/department/austin-nature-and-science-center Austin Toy Museum 2620 S Lamar, Austin, TX 78704 512-447-8697 austintoymuseum.com Blanton Museum of Art 200 East MLK, Austin, TX 78701 512-471-7324 blantonmuseum.org Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum (Pictured) 1800 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 512-936-8746 thestoryoftexas.com

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MUSEUMS CONTINUED Degenhardt Glass Studio 11709 Lindeman Loop, Leander, TX 78641 512-267-0959 jdmglass.com Elisabet Ney Museum 304 E 44th St, Austin, TX 78751 512-458-2255 austintexas.gov/department/elisabet-ney-museum French Legation Museum 802 San Marcos St, Austin, TX 78702 512-472-8180 http://frenchlegationmuseum.org/ George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center 1165 Angelina St., Austin, TX 78702 512-974-4926 http://austintexas.gov/department/ george-washington-carver-museum-and-cultural-center Landmarks 1 University Station, D1400, Austin 512-495-4315 (Public Art Project) Lotus Gallery 1009 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703 512-474-1700 www.lotusasianart.com/ Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum 2313 Red River St, Austin, TX 78705 512-916-5199

www.lbjlibrary.org/ Mexican American Cultural Center 600 River St, Austin, TX 78701 512-974-3772 www.maccsa.org/ Mexic-Arte 419 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 512-480-9373 http://mexic-artemuseum.org/ Museum of Natural and Artificial Ephemerata 1808 Singleton Ave, Austin, TX 512-320-0566 http://www.mnae.org/ Museum of the Weird 412 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701 512-476-5493 http://www.museumoftheweird.com/ Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel St, Austin, TX 512-478-2335 http://www.nchmuseum.org/ O. Henry Home and Museum 409 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78701 512-472-1903 Pioneer Farms 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr, Austin, TX 512-837-1215 http://www.pioneerfarms.org/ South Austin Popular Culture Center 1516-B S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 512-440-8318 http://southaustincenter.org/

Texas Memorial Museum 2400 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78712 512-471-1604 http://www.utexas.edu/tmm/ Texas Military Forces Museum 2200 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703 512-782-5659 http://texasmilitaryforcesmuseum.org/ Texas Music Museum 1009 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702 512-472-8891 http://texasmusicmuseum.org/ The Contemporary Austin Jones Center 700 Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 512-453-5312 http://thecontemporaryaustin.org/ The Daughters of the Texas Republic Museum 510 E Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78752 512-339-1997 http://www.drtinfo.org/ Thinkery 1830 Simond Ave, Austin, TX 78723 512-472-2499 http://thinkeryaustin.org/ Umlauf Sculpture Gardens 605 Robert E Lee Rd. 512-445-5582 http://umlaufsculpture.org/ Women and Their Work 1710 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701 512-477-1064 2014 | Your New Hometown |

Whether you are ordering fine food, selecting a wide selection of drinks, lounging in a 100-year-old historic building, or enjoying the great weather outdoors, there are myriad of ways to enjoy a good flick in Austin. You might even be the first to see cutting edge independent films. Attend festivals, conferences and perhaps brush elbows with Quentin and his ‘brother’ Robert Rodríguez at The Quentin Tarantino Film Festival, a semi-annual film and multimedia event held by the Austin Film Society. Texas’s own Richard Linklater, best known for his films “Slacker”, “Dazed and Confused” and his most recent Oscar-Nominated film “Boyhood” is founder of the Austin Film Society. Mike Judge, another Texas native who resides in Austin, founded the Austin Film Festival, which furthers the art and craft of filmmaking by inspiring and championing the work of new and emerging filmmakers and writers. Sign up with the various venues below to stay on top of special events and/or discounted rates. Alamo Drafthouse - Lakeline 14028 N US Highway 183, Bldg F, 512- 476-1320 drafthouse.com/austin/lakeline

Bob Bullock Imax Theatre 1800 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 512-936-8746 thestoryoftexas.com/imax/now-showing

Alama Drafthouse - Slaughter Lane 5701 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX 512-476-1320 drafthouse.com/austin/slaughter_lane

Cinemark Hill Country Galleria 12812 Hill Country Blvd, Austin, TX 512-263-0862 cinemark.com/theatre-detail.aspx?node_ id=1611&showtime_date=

Alamo Drafthouse - SoLa (2014) 1120 South Lamar Boulevard, Austin, 512-476-1320 drafthouse.com/austin/south_lamar Alamo Drafthouse Cinema- The Ritz 320 E 6th St, Austin, TX 512-476-1320 drafthouse.com/austin/the_ritz AMC Barton Creek Square 14 2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 512-329-9253 https://www.amctheatres.com 48

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Funflicks Outdoor Movies 9600 Great Hills Trl # 150W, Austin, TX 214-960-2844 http://www.funflicks.com/outdoor-mov

Landmark Theaters 1614 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78703 512-474-0046 Millennium Youth Entertainment Center 1156 Hargrave St, Austin, TX 78702 512-472-6932 http://www.myec.net/ Moviehouse & Eatery 8300 N Fm 620 # B, Austin, TX 78726 512- 501-3520 http://themoviehouse.com/ Paramount Theatre 713 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 512-472-5470 http://www.austintheatre.org/ Red Digital Cinema 9430 Research Blvd # Iv140, Austin, TX 78759 512-382-6004 Regal Cinemas Arbor 8 Cinema at Great Hills 9828 Great Hills Trl, Austin, TX 78759 512-231-9742 http://www.regmovies.com/

Galaxy Highland 6700 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX 78752 512-467-7305 http://www.galaxytheatres.com/highland

Southwest Theatres 13729 N Highway 183, Austin, TX 78750 512-291-3158 http://www.southwesttheaters.com/

iPic Theaters The Domain Austin 3225 Amy Donovan Plz, Austin, TX 78758 512-568-3400 https://www.ipictheaters.com

Violet Crown Cinema 434 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 512-495-9600 violetcrowncinema.com/

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Let it all melt away... Austin may be best known for its music and food, but those looking for a more relaxing experience need not be left out. Austin houses some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most luxurious spa resorts in the world. When you are ready to get pampered, you never need to look much further than next door. AWAY Spa by W Hotels 200 Lavaca St. Austin, TX 78701 512-542-3626 austinawayspa.com Aziz Salon & Day Spa 710 West 7th St. Austin, TX 78701 512-476-4131 azizsalon.com Barton Creek Resort & Spa 8212 Barton Club Dr. Austin, TX 78735 512-329-4000 bartoncreek.com Bella Salon Spa 1221 West 6th Street, Austin TX 512-474-5999 bellasalonaustin.com

Hiatus Spa + Retreat Gables 5th St. Commons 1611 W 5th St Austin, TX 78703 512-362-5777 haitusspa.com Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road Lost Pines, Texas 78612 512-308 1234 lostpines.hyatt.com/hyatt/pure/spas/ Lake Austin Spa Resort 1705 S Quinlan Park Rd Austin, TX 78732 512-372-7300 lakeaustin.com/spa-resort 2013 CondĂŠ Nast Traveler Gold List Platinum Circle Milk & Honey Spa Multiple Locations 512-236-1115 milkandhoneyspa.com/ Orange Blossom Skin Care 8700 Manchaca Road Ste 702 Austin, TX 78748 512-600-0713 orangeblossomskincare.com

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Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Austin 98 San Jacinto Boulevard Austin, TX 78701 512-685-8160 http://www.fourseasons.com/austin/spa Travaasa Austin 13500 Farm to Market Road 2769 Austin, TX 78726 877-261-7792 travaasa.com Viva Day Spa 215 South Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78704 512-472-2256 vivadayspa.com Winner of the Best Spa in Austin 2011 & 2012 Woodhouse Day Spa 3600 N Capital of Texas Hwy #180 Austin, TX 78746 512-306-1100 austin.woodhousespas.com

Shopping Looking for that perfect rug to pull the room together? Or maybe a slinky dress for a night on 2nd street? Even if you are looking to send jalape単o jam to all of your family for Christmas, when it comes to shopping, Austin has it all. Restock your wardrobe at one of the two great outlet malls in the area, keep it local while you browse for that perfect hipster vest, or just enjoy some good old fashion capitalism at one of our dozen shopping malls. Any way you spend it, Austin is a great shopping town.

MALLS AND OUTLETS Arboretum at Great Hills 10000 Research Blvd. www.simon.com Barton Creek Square 2901 S. Capital of Texas Hwy. www.simon.com The Domain 11410 Century Oaks Terrace, Suite 210 www.simon.com Highland Mall 6001 Airport Blvd. www.highlandmall.com Hill Country Galleria 12700 Hill Country Blvd. www.hillcountrygalleria.com Lakeline Mall 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr., www.simon.com Lakeline Village 12617 Ridgeline Blvd., www.simon.com Round Rock Premium Outlets 4401 I-35 N., Round Rock www.premiumoutlets.com San Marcos Premium Outlets 3939 I-35 S., Suite 900 www.premiumoutlets.com Tanger Outlet 4015 I-35 S., San Marcos www.tangeroutlet.com (more shopping on page 68) 2014 | Your New Hometown |

DININGn Austin i

American

219 West 612 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701 (512) 474-2194 Chisos Grill 12921 Hill Country Blvd, Bee Cave, TX 78738 (512) 263-7353 Eastside Café 2113 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722 (512) 476-5858 Hills Café 4700 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745 (512) 851-9300 Lucy’s Fried Chicken 5408 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756 (512) 514-0664 qui 1600 E 6th St, Austin, Texas 78702 (512) 436-9626 Yellow Jacket Social Club 1704 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78702 (512) 480-9572

Asian 888 Pan-Asian Restaurant 2400 E Oltorf St #1A, Austin, TX 78741 (512) 448-4722 Elizabeth Street Café 1501 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 291-2881

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Asian Sway 1417 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 326-1999 Tâm Deli & Café 8222 N Lamar Blvd D33, Austin, TX (512) 834-6458 Ramen Tatsu-Ya 8557 Research Blvd #126, Austin Uchi 801 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 916-4808

Barbeque Franklin’s 900 E. 11th Street, Austin, TX 78702 512-653-1187 Green Mesquite 2601 S Interstate 35 B100, Round Rock, TX 78664 (512) 341-0200 Rudy’s 11570 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78759 (512) 418-9898 Salt Lick 3600 Presidential Blvd, Austin, TX 78719

Brunchi Chez Zee 5406 Balcones Dr, Austin, TX 78731 (512) 454-2666 Kerbey Lane 3704 Kerbey Ln, Austin, TX (512) 451-1436 Magnolia’s 2304 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX (512) 478-8645 Maria’s Taco Express 2529 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 444-0261 Moonshine Café 303 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701 (512) 236-9599

Burgers

European

Dan’s 4308 Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 443-6131

Baguette et Chocolat 12101 FM 2244, Bdlg #6, Bee Cave, TX 78738 (512) 263-8388

Dirty Martin’s Place 2808 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 (512) 477-3173

Dog and Duck Pub 406 W 17th St, Austin, TX 78701 (512) 479-0598

Hopdoddy’s 1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX (512) 243-7505

East Side Showroom 1100 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702 (512) 467-4280

P Terry’s 3303 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX (512) 371-9975

Fabi+Rossi European Kitchen 509 Hearn St, Austin, TX 78703 (512) 236-0642

Sandy’s Hamburgers 603 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 478-6322

Justine’s Brassiere 4710 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78702 (512) 385-2900

Gastropubs Barley Swine 2024 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 394-8150 Drink Well 207 E 53rd St, Austin, TX 78751 (512) 614-6683 Gourmands 2316 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX (512) 610-2031 Hopfields 3110 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX (512) 537-0467 Porter Ale House & Gastropub 3715 S 1st StSte A, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 291-6299

Peche 208 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78701 (512) 494-4011 Mandola’s Italian Market 4700 W Guadalupe St #12, Austin, (512) 419-9700 Vespaio/Enoteca 1610 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX (512) 441-6100

Indian Bombay Bistro 10710 Research Blvd #126, Austin, TX (512) 342-2252 Taj Palace Indian Restaurant & Bar 6700 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX (512) 452-9959 New India Cuisine 2304 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 445-9727

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Eddie V 301 E 5th St, Austin, TX (512) 472-1860

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Mexican Chuy’s 1728 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX (512) 474-4452

Perlas 1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 291-7300

Curra’s Grill 614 E Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 444-0012

Quality Seafood Market 5621 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78751 (512) 452-3820

Fonda San Miguel 2330 W North Loop Blvd, Austin, TX 78756 (512) 459-4121

Wahoo Fish Tacos 509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX (512) 476-3474

Torchy’s Tacos 2809 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 444-0300 Trudy’s 8820 Burnet Road, Austin, TX 78758 512-454-1474

Seafood Clarke’s Oyster Bar 1200 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703 (512) 297-2525

KEEP IT LOCAL

Buenos Aires Cafe 1201 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702 (512) 382-1189 Rio’s Brazilian Café 408 N Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin, TX (512) 828-6617

Bouldin Creek Café 1900 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 416-1601 Casa De Luz 1701 Toomey Rd, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 476-2535 Counter Culture 2337 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 (512) 524-1540 Mr. Natural 1901 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX (512) 477-5228

Wine Bars AviaryLounge 2110 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 (512) 916-4445

Opa! 2050 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 Pachamama’s Peruvian Creole Cuisine (512) 326-8742 2209 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 (512) 689-7889

Objects Keep it Uncommon Local 1512 S. Congress Ave.

Julian Gold 1214 W 6th St #110 www.juliangold.com

Prima Dora 1912 S. Congress Ave. (More www.primadora.com

Valentine’s Too 3801 N Capital of Texas valentinesaustin.com

Waterloo Records and Video South Austin Gallery 600-A N. Lamar 507A W. Mary St. www.southaustingallery.com www.waterloorecords.com

By George 524 N Lamar Blvd #103 www.bygeorgeaustin.com

Terra Toys 2438 W. Anderson Lane www.terratoys.com

Whit Hanks Antiques 1009 W. 6th St. www.whithanksantiques.com

Adelante 1206 W 38th St (26 Doors) www.adelanteaustin.com

Tesoros Trading Co. 1500 S. Congress Ave. www.tesoros.com

Yard Dog 1510 S. Congress Ave. www.yarddog.com

BookPeople 603 N. Lamar www.bookpeople.com

Trailer Space Records 1401-A Rosewood Ave. trailerspacerecords.com

Estilo Boutique 234 W. 2nd St. www.estiloaustin.com Feathers Boutique 1700B S. Congress Ave. (entrance on Milton St.) feathersboutiquevintage.com 54

South American

Vegetarian / Vegan

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shopping!) www.uncommonobjects.com

Austin Breweries

(512) Brewing Company 407 Radam Ln, Austin Adelbert’s Brewery 2314 Rutland Drive Suite #100, Austin

Draught House Pub & Brewery 4112 Medical Parkway, Austin

North by Northwest 10010 Capital Of TX Hwy N, Austin

Hops and Grain Brewery 507 Calles St, Austin

Pinthouse Pizza Craft Brewpub 4729 Burnet Rd, Austin

Austin Beerworks 3009 Industrial Terrace, Suite 150, Austin

Independence Brewing Co. 3913 Todd Lane #607, Austin

Resignation Brewery 503 Neches St, Austin

Infamous Brewing Company 4601 Weletka Dr Ste 200, Austin

South Austin Brewing Co. 415 East St. Elmo, Austin

Black Star Co-op Pub & Brewery 7020 Easy Wind Drive, Ste 100, Austin

Jester King Brewery 13005 Fitzhugh Road, Bld. B, Austin

Thirsty Planet Brewing Company 11160 Circle Drive, Austin

Circle Brewing Company 2340 W Braker Ln., Suite B, Austin

Kamala Brewing / Whip In 1950 S. Interstate 35, Austin

Uncle Billy’s Brew & Que 1530 Barton Springs Rd., Austin

Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co. 1305 W Oltorf St, Austin

Live Oak Brewing Company 3301-B East Fifth St., Austin 55

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The Texas Wine-Down With more than 35 wineries

in the Texas Hill Country, Austinites are neighbors to one of the most popular wine destinations in the country. With over five million visitors each year Central Texas is second only to Northern California as a destination for wine enthusiasts. From Fredericksburg to Lampassas, a trip to the Texas wine country is a trip through the rolling hills and sun-kissed fields of The Lone Star State. Whether truly passionate for wine or just out to take in the sites, true Austinites drink deeply from the Texas Wine Country.

Flat Creek Estate flatcreekestate.com Grape Creek Vineyards grapecreek.com Hawkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shadow Estate hawksshadow.com Helotes Creek Winery heloteswinery.net

Akashic Vineyards (2014) Pontotoc

Bell Springs Winery bellspringswinery.com

Oberhof Wine Cellars daspeachhaus.com

Hilmy Cellars hilmywine.com

Alamosa Wine Cellars alamosawinecellars.com

The Bella Vista Ranch exasoliveoil.com

Driftwood Estate Winery driftwoodvineyards.com

Hye Meadow Winery hyemeadow.com

Alexander Vineyards alexandervineyards.com

Bending Branch Winery bendingbranchwinery.com

Dry Comal Creek Vineyards drycomalcreek.com

Inwood Estates Vineyards inwoodwines.com

Argus Cidery arguscidery.com

Brennan Vineyards brennanvineyards.com

Fall Creek Vineyards fcv.com

Junction Rivers Winery junctionriverswinery.com

Becker Vineyards beckervineyards.com

CALAIS Winery (2014) calaiswinery.com

Fawncrest Vineyards fawncrest.com

Kerrville Hills Winery kerrvillehillswinery.com

Bell Mountain Vineyards bellmountainwine.com

Chisholm Trail Winery chisholmtrailwinery.com

Fiesta Vineyard and Winery fiestawinery.com

La Cruz de Comal lacruzdecomalwines.com

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Lakeview Winery lakeviewwinery.com

Singing Water Vineyards www.singingwatervineyards.com

Torre di Pietra Winery www.texashillcountrywine.com

Lewis Wines lewiswines.com

Sister Creek Vineyards www.sistercreekvineyards.com

Vineyard at Gruene www.vineyardatgruene.com

Lily Lake Vineyards lilylakevineyards.com

Six Shooter Cellars www.sixshootercellars.com

Vines on the Rocks www.vinesontherocks.com

McReynolds Winery mcreynoldswines.com

Solaro Estate www.solaroestate.com

Westcave Cellars Winery www.westcavecellars.com

Mendelbaum Cellars mendelbaumcellars.com

Spicewood Vineyards www.spicewoodvineyards.com

William Chris Vineyards www.williamchriswines.com

Messina Hof Hill Country messinahof.com

Stone House Vineyard www.stonehousevineyard.com

Wimberley Valley Winery www.wimberleyvalleywinery.com

Nolan Creek Winery winesofnolancreek.com

The Stray Grape Urban Winery www.straygrape.com

Winery on the Gruene www.gruenewinery.com

Pedernales Cellars pedernalescellars.com

Texas Hills Vineyard www.texashillsvineyard.com

Woodrose Winery www.woodrosewinery.com

Perissos Vineyards and Winery perissosvineyards.com

Texas Legato www.texaslegato.com

Pillar Bluff Vineyards pillarbluff.com

The Vineyard at Florence www.thevineyardatflorence.com

Pilot Knob Vineyard pilotknobvineyard.com

Three Dudes Winery threedudeswinery.com

Pontotoc Vineyard (2014) pontotocvineyard.com Poteet Country Winery www.poteetwine.com Rancho Ponte Vineyard www.ranchoponte.com Red Wing Dove Vineyard and Winery www.redwingdove.com Rising Star Vineyards www.risingstarvineyards.com Salado Creek Winery saladoswirlandsip.com Salado Winery saladowinery.com Salt Lick Cellars saltlickcellars.com Sandstone Cellars Winery sandstonecellarswinery.com Santamaria Cellars www.santamariacellarswines.com Scimitar Hill Vineyards (Sept. 2015) scimitarhill.com

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Dining Al Fresco

it’s always a beautiful day in Austin

219 West 219 W. 4th Street 512.474.2194

Doc’s 1123 S. Congress Avenue 512.448.9181

Enoteca 1610 S. Congress Avenue 512.441.7672

Annie’s Café and Bar 319 Congress Avenue 512.472.1884

East Side Show Room 1100 E. 6th Street 512.467.4280

Fino 2905 San Gabriel Street 512.474.2905

Abel’s on the Lake 3825 Lake Austin Blvd. 512.904.0572

El Arbol 3411 Glenview Avenue 512.323.5177

Freddie’s Place 1703 South 1st Street 512.445.9197

Bottecelli’s 1321 S. Congress Avenue 512.916.1315

El Arroyo 1624 W. 5th Street 512.474.1222

Garrido’s 360 Nueces Street 512.320.8226

Carlos ‘n Charlie’s 5973 Hiline Road 512.266.1683

El Chile 1025 Barton Springs Road 512.609.8923

Gloria’s The Domain 512.833.6400

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Iguana Grill 2900 RR 620 North 512.266.8439

Shady Grove 1624 Barton Springs Road 512.474.9991

Jack Allen’s Kitchen 7720 W. Hwy 71 512.852.8558

Shoal Creek Saloon 909 N. Lamar Blvd. 512.474.0805

Justine’s 4710 E. 5th Street 512.385.2900

Soleil 6550 Comanche Trail 512.266.0600

La Condesa 400-A W. 2nd Street 512.499.0300

Steiner Ranch Steakhouse 5425 Steiner Ranch Blvd. 512.381.0800

La Sambra 4800 Burnet Road 512.458.1100

Takoba 1411 E. 7th Street 612.628.4466

Moonshine 303 Red River Street 512.236.9599

Taverna 258 W. 2nd Street 512.477.1001

Mulberry 360 Nueces Street #20 512.320.0297

The Belmont 305 W. 6th Street 512.457.0300

North The Domain 512.339.4400

The Grove 6317 Bee Caves Road 512.327.8822

Paggi House 200 Lee Barton Drive 512.473.3700

The Oasis 6550 Comanche Trail 512.266.2442

Perla’s 1400 S. Congress Avenue 512.291.7300

Threadgill’s 301 W. Riverside Drive 512.472.9304

Ranch 616 616 Nueces Street 512.479.7616

Vivo’s 2015 Manor Road 512.482.0300

Guero’s 1412 S. Congress Avenue 512.447.7688

Red’s Porch 3508 S. Lamar Blvd. 512.440.7337

Zed’s 501 Canyon Ridge Drive 512.339.9337

Hill’s Café 4700 S. Congress 512.851.9300

Roaring Fork 10850 Stonelake Blvd. 512.342.2700

Z’ Tejas 9400 A. Arboretum Blvd. 512.346.3506

Homeslice 1415 S. Congress Avenue 512.444.7437

Russell’s Bistro 1601 W. 38th Street 512.467.7877

Z’ Tejas 1110 W. 6th Street 512.478.5355

Hudson’s on the Bend 3509 RR 620 North 512.266.1369

Sagra 1610 San Antonio Street 512.535.5988

Zocalo 1110 West Lynn Street 512.472.8226

Hula Hut 3825 Lake Austin Blvd. 512.476.4852

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HIPSTER SHOPPING VINTAGE/THRIFT/CONSIGNMENT

Amelia’s Retro Vogue & Relics 2213 S. 1st St. Austin, TX 78704 512.442.4446 ameliasretrovogue.com Big Bertha’s Paradise 112 E N Loop Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 512-444-5908

New BROhemia 2209 S 1st St. Austin, TX 78704 512-804-0988 Next To New 5435 Burnet Rd. Austin, TX 78756 512-459-1288 next2new.org

Roadhouse Rags Charm School Vintage 1600 Fortview Rd. 2109 E Cesar Chavez St. Austin, TX 78704 Austin, TX 78702 512-762-8797 charmschoolvintage.com Room Service Dandy’s Gentleman 107 E. North Loop Blvd. Store Austin, TX 78751 411 Brazos St #110 512-451-1057 Austin, Texas 78701 roomservicevintage.com 512-999-8196 dandysuit.com Spartan & JM Dry Goods Etcetera, Etc. 215 South Lamar 411 W. 2nd Street (Suite C & D) Austin, Texas 78701 Austin, TX 78704 512-476-8300 512-579-0303 spartan-shop.com Flashback 1805 S 1st St St. Vincent de Paul Austin, TX 78704 1327 S Congress Ave, 512-445-6906 Austin, TX 78704 austinvintageclothing. 512-442-5652 com The G Spot Thrift Golden Bones Boutique 1601 W. Koenig Lane 3216 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX Austin, TX 78704 512-419-7005 512-689-9802 goldenbonesatx.com thegspotaustin.com Lovely Boutique 1506 S 1st St Austin, TX 78704 Moss Designer Consignment 705 B. South Lamar 512-916-9961 mossaustin.com 60

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Thrifty Chicks Vintage 6701 N Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78752 512-467-7575 thriftychicksvintage.com

MOVING TIPS M OVING I N If possible, arrive at your home a day ahead of time, so you can make sure utilities are connected and plan the placement of major items in your home. Be ready to pay the driver with cash, traveler’s checks, certified check, or money order prior to your goods being unloaded.

M OV I NG O U T First, even before talking to a mover, decide in advance which goods will be shipped and which will be sold or given away. Consider whether or not you would like the mover to pack for you and what additional services you may want. Remember that packing is always a separate bid from moving. To check the reliability of the moving company you chose, contact the local Better Business Bureau (BBB) to inquire about the company’s complaint record and how complaints were resolved. Ask your friends, family, and neighbors for recommendations and advice on movers. Notify your telephone, electric, gas, and water companies, former employers, and credit card companies of your new address. Forward necessary mail to your new address. Discontinue service on a specific date.

Devise a system and be consistent. Label boxes according to where they should be placed in your new home. Hang numbered signs on the door frame of each room and write the same numbers on the appropriate boxes (Example: “2nd Fl./Room 4”). If you’re handy with a pencil and ruler, sketch a sample layout of your house, number the rooms on it, and post the layout on the truck for reference. Get a copy of your inventory sheet from the foreman. Double-check his notations about existing damage to your goods. Have your insurance plan readily available. Hopefully you will have no need for this tip. Load the rooms to be unloaded, from first to last. Consider the room farthest from the entrance in your new home to be your starting point. In other words, unload from back to front. Save the kitchen until the very last, though, because heavy appliances are typically loaded on the moving truck first. Don’t forget to have your tools ready when you start unloading. You should put your toolbox in after everything else has been loaded onto the truck.

Be there and give direction. Let the movers know what you want loaded first and last. Accompany the driver during inventory. Keep a close eye on the condition of your goods as they are loaded. Take a final tour of your home. Make sure that nothing is overlooked. Sign the bill of lading, and make sure your new address and phone number are correct. Lock all windows and doors, and turn off all electrical switches. 2014 | Your New Hometown |

RESOURCES TO GET YOU MOVING

Get Wired AT&T / Dish Network 800-288-2020 www.att.com CenturyTel 800-201-4099 www.centurytel.com Direct TV 888-777-2454 www.directv.com Embarq www.embarq.com Grande Communications 512-220-4600 www.grandecom.com 62

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SuddenLink 888-822-5151 www.suddenlink.com

Metropolitan Propane 512-454-6200 www.huttotx.gov

Bartlett Electric Co-op 512-746-2771 www.bartlettec.coop

Time Warner 800-418-8848 www.timewarnercable.com

TXU Energy 800-460-3030 www.txu.com

Bluebonnet Electric Co-op 800-842-7708 www.bluebonnetelectric.coop

Verizon 800-480-4400 www.verizon.com

Texas Gas Service 800-700-2443 www.texasgasservice.com

CenterPoint Energy 800-427-7142 www.centerpointenergy.com

Gas

Texas Community Propane 877-635-5427 www.huttotx.gov

City of Georgetown 512-930-3640 www.georgetown.org

Atmos Energy 800-460-3030 www.atmosenergy.com CenterPoint Energy 800-427-7142 www.centerpointenergy.com

Electric Austin Energy 888-340-6465 www.austinenergy.com

Pedernales Electric Coop 888-554-4732 www.pec.coop

Simple Power 888-897-4675 www.simplepower.net

City of Cedar Park 512-401-5550 www.cedarparktx.us

City of Round Rock 800-565-1800 www.roundrocktexas.gov

Lago Vista City 512-267-1155 http://lagovistatexas.org

TXU Energy New Service 866575-4898 Customer Care 800-818-6132 Power Outage 888-313-4747 www.txu.com

City of Georgetown 512-930-3640 www.georgetown.org

Eco Resources 800-856-0303 www.ecoresources.com

Lakeway MUD 512-261-6222 www.lakewaymud.org

Water

City of Jonestown 512-267-3243 www.jonestown.org

Hurst Creek MUD 512-261-6281 www.hurstcreekmud.org

Manville Water 888-856-2488 www.manvillewsc.org

Austin Energy 888-340-6465 www.austinenergy.com

City of Leander 512-259-1142 www.ci.leander.tx.us

Point Venture WCID 512-267-1641 www.traviscountytax.org

Chisholm Trail S.U.D. 254-793-3103 www.chisholmtrailwater.org

City of Pﬂugerville 512-251-3076 www.cityofpﬂugerville.com

Jarrell-Schwertner Water Supply 512-746-2114 www.jswatersupply.com Jonah Water S.U.D. 512-759-1286 www.jonahwatersud.com

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