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April 3, 2014 Volume 19, No. 7 Southwest Austin’s Community Newspaper Since 1995
Opening Day in Oak Hill—play ball!
SH45-SW update by Bobbie Jean Sawyer
The Oak Hill Royals, above, and the Purple Panthers, below, were two of the teams celebrating Opening Day for the Oak Hill Youth Sports Association girls softball program. More photos on page 16.
OAK HILL - While the SH-45 Southwest project is not quite a done deal, the Travis County Commissioners Court has determined a funding strategy for the controversial proposed 3.6-mile roadway that would connect MoPac with FM 1626, thus clearing a significant hurdle to finally getting the road built. At a March 18 Commissioners Court meeting, the court voted 4-1 to fund SH-45-SW through a partnership with Hays County and the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority. Travis County will fund $15 million for the project, while Hays County will put forth $5 million. The Mobility Authority will
borrow $48 million from the state infrastructure bank. The remaining money will come from a $32 million grant from TxDOT and the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO). The future of SH-45-SW hangs in the state-conducted Environmental Impact Statement, which will evaluate potential environmental, cultural and social impacts of building the road. For SH-45-SW to be built, a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) of the build alternative must be recommended. Over the project’s two-decade history, SH-45 supporters and See SH45-SW on page 22
Tree saved by Bobbie Jean Sawyer
OAK HILL - After months of rallying, the Austin Heritage Tree Foundation has met the $20,000 fundraising goal to transplant the heritage oak at the intersection of William Cannon and U.S. 290, but additional funds are still needed to save the tree. Michael Fossum, executive director of the Austin Heritage Tree Foundation, said an additional $5,000 is needed for traffic control during the transplant. Fossum said any funds collected See HISTORIC on back page
The ‘Taco Bell’ heritage oak tree at William Cannon and Hwy. 290.
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Civic Agenda This space is reserved for information on civic happenings that occur in, or relate to the Southwest Austin area. To be included in the Civic Agenda, a meeting or event must relate to public policy. For other community events please see our community calendar on page 10. If you would like to be included, please e-mail editorial@oakhillgazette.com with the subject “Civic Agenda” and include details of your meeting or happening, along with any relevant agenda items. Volunteer Deputy Registrar training Tues., April 7, One-hour sessions at 10:30 am, 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Travis County Tax Office, 5501 Airport Boulevard, Austin, TX 78751. Help citizens register to vote by becoming a Volunteer Deputy Registrar. Volunteer Deputy Registrars promote voter registration most commonly at community events and
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This month’s speaker is Matt Dugan, AICP, City of Austin Development Services Process Coordinator, Planning & Development Review Department Dugan will be discussing CodeNEXT, the new City of Austin initiative to revise the Land Development Code, which determines how land can be used throughout the city, including WHAT can be built, WHERE it can be built and HOW MUCH can and cannot be built. Dugan understands the environmental and economic benefits of sustainable development and tries to bring low impact development strategies when creating plans.
Now in its 17th year, the Oak Hill Gazette is locally owned and is published every other Thursday. With a circulation of 7.500, it is home delivered to over 5,000 homes in Southwest Austin and is sold in stands for 50¢. Publisher/Editor: Will Atkins Co-Publisher/Advertising: Penny Levers Webmaster: Taylor Christensen Circulation Manager: Ingrid Morton Reporters/Writers: Ann Fowler, Tony Tucci, Patrick Olson, Travis Atkins, Bobbie Jean Sawyer T. Q. Jones, Roger White, Mike Jasper, Donna Marie Miller and Joanne Foote, To advertise or subscribe: 301-0123 • advertising@oakhillgazette.com
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Oak Hill community theater group seeks fans and funds by Ann Fowler OAK HILL - Oak Hill residents may soon have the opportunity to shine on or behind the stage if a local acting studio reaches its goal of starting a community theater. Local residents are invited to a variety show on April 22 to help raise funds for that community theater. Students from Liz Reeder Neubauer’s Studio E will show off their talents as part of the fundraiser. Neubauer promises “an amazing night of entertainment.” She has coached hundreds of students over the past nine years—from housewives seeking a creative outlet to up-and-coming actors now featured on network series. The classes at Studio E range from singing and acting to comedy and voiceovers. Neubauer told the Gazette: “There’s not one department that we have that we have not had some level of national success coming out of this tiny little classroom in Oak Hill.” When a large room next to Studio E in the Plaza 71 shopping center became vacant, Neubauer received the landlord’s permission to use it for occasional performances. “I cannot tell you how many people have come to see our shows and said, ‘I cannot believe that this was free.’ We know what we’re putting on has value.” The popularity of those shows gave Neubauer the idea for a community theater: “We want to be a commu-
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The Word from Oak Hill Mike Jasper
small stage and started booking local musician Richard ‘Juke’ Joucken on The word from Oak Hill is... Friday nights. inspiration. Don’t worry. It’s acoustic music, Rochelle Hamby, owner of Whatever Kitsch & Smokes at the Y, will and it’s not within earshot of any be hosting a special benefit for an old residence. But it makes for a nice ambience, and when I went there friend at her popular smoke shop. Called “Paula Easley’s Big Wig last Friday the place was packed. So, me being me and all, I horned Fundraiser,” the event will help raise money for Paula Easley, a long-time in on Richard’s act. Even sent home for my Collings C-10. Richard was cancer survivor. “My friend Paula has been having more than gracious, and in return a hell of a fight with cancer for years for his good humor, I let him play his last set with my guitar. now,” Rochelle says. Never sounded better. “She has already had her Dennis plans to keep the breasts removed, lost a toe music in the park going, so and part of a finger. She look for more shows every has six tumors in her brain Friday night, as weather and has similar issues with permits, of course, but the her abdomen.” cold’s over right? Not an easy battle to Right? survive. Mike Jasper ••• The only thing Paula Got some updated and wants is a new wig so she can still look pretty while going accurate information on the sad through new rounds of radiation demise of Linda, Oak Hill’s homeless and chemo treatments, as those two woman at the ‘Y’ who was trying to turn her life around. Linda contacted procedures cause hair loss. At the event, Jeremiah Ingram— her friend Laura on Dec. 31, 2013, front man/guitarist of bands The her last day in Oak Hill. Skeletons and Back Seat Action— I’ll let Laura tell you the rest in her will be playing an acoustic set, but own words. “When we went to pick her up at they’re still looking for two other Jim’s (Restaurant), she was unable to acts to round out the show. Outside the store will be yet another feel her feet and was not well. We show—hot dogs and hot rods in the parking lot. There will also be a silent auction which will include an original piece of artwork by Randy “Biscuit” Turner, some retro rockabilly style purses from Lux De Ville, and a bag of shower soaps offered up by Sam’s Club. If someone wants to get involved or to donate to this, they can go to facebook.com/BigWigFundraiser or call the store at 512-288-4420. The event for Paula Easley takes place April 12 from 12 to 6 p.m. at Whatever Kitsch & Smokes, 7101 Hwy 71 W. in the corner of the shopping center two doors down from Verona’s restaurant. Hope to see you there. ••• There’s a new music venue in Oak Hill, an unlikely one at that. It’s called The Park at Fishey Bizness, or at least it is by me. That’s right, I’m talking about the food trailer on Oak Meadow behind the Good Will store. Dennis, the owner of Fishey Bizness, set up a
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Capital Metro ridership continues to grow MetroRail leading the way AUSTIN – Capital Metro’s ridership is continuing its upward trend, with rail and special event service seeing the most growth during the past fiscal last year. A recent American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) report showed momentous growth also occurring around the country, with a record 10.7 billion trips taken on public transportation in 2013, the highest ridership reported in 57 years, according to the report. In particular, the APTA report showed that rail ridership, including commuter and light rail, continued to show significant gains around the country. Capital Metro’s MetroRail was no exception, with ridership up by over 33 percent from the previous year. In FY2013, the agency reported 767,000 rides taken on its commuter rail line. The growth in MetroRail ridership is significantly higher than the national average of 2.1 percent reported by APTA, which stated that 20 out of the 28 transit systems nationwide that offer
commuter rail showed ridership increases. MetroRail ridership has more than quadrupled since the service began in 2010 (176,434 trips in FY2010 compared to 766,858 trips in FY2013). “We are seeing a clear demand from the community for more rail service in the area,” said Capital Metro President/CEO Linda S. Watson. “Our weekday ridership continues to grow, and train service during special events is also seeing tremendous gains, as evidenced by the amount of trips we provide during SXSW and Formula 1. Given that, we’re working hard to expand our rail service as much as possible within the budget we have available.” Capital Metro plans to spend more than $27 million over the next few years on improvements to the Red Line. These include enhancements to the signal system and double-tracking along segments of the line, which will allow trains to operate at higher speeds, thereby improving frequency. Funding will come from the $11.3 million federal
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512-301-1600 www.studioeaustin.com Mobile Art & Music Lessons—Our Instructors come to You 22 locations in Travis, Hays & two Bastrop Counties Circle C Aug. Tennis Club Documentary Camp: June 5 – 16, groups: ages 10 – 13, and 14 – 17; a nominal fee. June 9 thru 15. Adult (18+) only camp www.artisansagogo.com, 512.288.6963 7401 Highway 45 - Austin, TX 78739 Summer Musical Camp: July 5 – 21st, ages 12 and up; Summer Cabaret 512-236-9622 All ages & all levels - No registration fee, No contracts week of July 7. 301-8685 Camp: An all-singing boot camp review. July 19 – 30, ages 13 and up; Lessons are $15/ hour - group lessons of 3 or more students, $20/ 6036 W US Hwy 290 Austin TX 78735 yrs old and up,special beginnersneeds through children Tournamentand players www.austinymca.org Summer Short Play Program: August 9th – 25th, ages 13 and up; Summer A camp for mild to4Schedules, moderate hour - buddy lessons, 2 students, $40/hour for private lessons Registration and Fees can be found in the website: London Theater Trip for ages 14 and up, see website for details. $155-$210 per week 512-291-6371 Guitar * Piano * Voice * Drums * Violin * Art * Birthdays adults* who are emotionally and physically well. Behavior www.circlectennis.com www.biscuitbrothers.com Workshops * Parties * Gift Certificates. Background checks ran on Day& weekly sessions available per age divisions. General ratio is 6 players Weekly June 3 – Aug. 23. Locations include Oak Zion Rest Missionary Baptist Church to sessions must be within our1 pro. guidelines; no biting or hitting. Field all of our Instructors. Age range and pricing: Grades K-5, $250 a week, 9am-5pm All Instructors are certified Tennis Professionals. Camps are openHill to both 3326 Paisano Trail UMC, Baranoff and Kocurek Elementary Schools. Circle C Tennis Club members and non-members who reside in the area. 892-2682 or 892-8880 www.zionrestvbs.com Silver fee. Stars Dance Clinic Early and late drop off/pickupBowie availableH.S. for nominal James Bowie High School, motor skills, learning safety, how Summer to expressCamp our feelings, Summer Day Camp: May 30-August 11, 7 am-6pm Come explore the magic of Music, Theater, Art and Dance. Mad Science 2006 4103 West Slaughter Lane, Austin, Texas 78749 Kindergarten-6th grade $70 per week job training skills and much more. Half and full day camps for ages 4 to 12 There will be 60’s week, Movie Magic week, even Pirate week!414-2340. www.silverstars.org. Silver Star office: Breakfast, lunch & snacks. qualified staff, loving Christian environment, Multiple Locations Sign up for one or all, Fun forJune sure!12th - 16th, for students entering grades 1st - 9th. Bible based curriculum, weekly field trips, computer based learning, 892-1143 www.madscienceaustin.com Dancing, drills, games, crafts, and more! Morning, afternoon or all Imagine a room filled with happy children “Learning Science” in an TAKS tutorial, arts & crafts, fun Fridays. day sessions. More information and registration form on website. informal Mad Science camp that entertains and sparks curiosity. That 14 Locations! is the goal of Mad Science, a company providing after-school classes, Child’s Way Creative Learning Center summer camps, in-school workshops, special events, and birthday parties 512-836-KIDS (5437) PO Box 40354 Austin, TX 7212 78704 Oak Meadow Drive for children in central Texas. Some topics children explore are robots, 288-0802 www.childsway.com www.kidsactingstudio.com 512-799-8891 rocketry, engineering, chemistry, physics and tons more. Infants-10 years Ages price varies www.bperrymanshootingcamp.com 4 themed 2-week sessions from May 30 through July4-19, 27: Circus White BirdinMontessori Kid’s Club Celebration, Mad Scientists, Safari Adventures,& Lively Luau. FUN! Award-winning camps 14 locationsAdventure across Ages 7-16, $215 per session Promoting stewardship of the earth, independence, positive Choose 2, 3 or 4 day/week program. Closed on Fridays Central Texas. One and twocreativity week and lots of fun! self-esteem, BPSC is a 4-day, shooting intensive basketball camp South Austin Karate 900 Manchaca, Austin TX 78748 512-291-0090 camps! Full-ScaleAges Productions, for boys and girls. We take10203 great in developing Oldpride Manchaca Road Austin, Texas 78748 6-12 years, May 30 -July 28 (512) 280-0611 www.bakido.com Musicals, Plays, Star Wars,$540 month campers to their fullest potential by providing a positive, $150/week, 5 and up, Reg/fees: Call for information Ride a Annie, horse, catch a fish, paint a masterpiece, shoot a picture, ZOMBIES, Peter Pan, upbeat experience throughAges positive competition and Martial Arts Training, Daily Activities, Weekly Field trips, Junior Olympic Arhike the woods, tour the museum, hunt for fossils, garde, chery Development, After school & evening classes. Summer Camp. 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City of Austin news
Mayor Leffingwell announces innovative new initiatives AUSTIN - Mayor Lee Leffingwell announced a series of initiatives Tuesday from his office at Austin City Hall. “As an innovative city, Austin needs to capture new ideas, embrace them, and implement them,” said Mayor Lee Leffingwell. The ten point plan was rolled out to a small crowd in the Ceremonial Room and include: • A vehicle horn taskforce – A geographically-diverse community-based group to review Austinites lack of use of car horns, and bike bells • “Pro-Active Wednesdays” – a day for Austinites to look ahead to Thursday • No Shorts On Flights – a ban on the wearing of shorts on domestic
and international flights longer than forty-five minutes • Thinking Inside the Box – a proposed SXSWi session working against the idea of unnecessary brainstorming • A multi-governmental community outreach effort on the use of air-quotes • Clear definition of “low hanging fruit” “medium hanging fruit” “high hanging fruit” • An Item from Council placing a 4-slide maximum for all PowerPoint slide presentations • Best Practice discussion on Paradigm Shifts, Win-Win Situations and Taking Things Offline • Health Department standards on Mustard and Butter Packets
• Community Benefits of Austin Promotion – a scalable set of benefits that can be applied to property taxes for the discontinuation of the practice of promoting Austin while outside of town, while denigrating Austin inside city limits “Innovation doesn’t need to be too smart,” said Mayor Lee Leffingwell. “Some of the easiest things we can do to make Austinites lives better include more access to butter packets, and mustard, at food establishments. It doesn’t take much to make me happy, and we can use my happiness as a guide for all of Austin.” These initiatives appeared in an April 1st memo to the City Manager.
“Wandering Skin (OAK) Project” art exhibit The Austin Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to Mary Godinga Collet’s “Wandering Skin, (OAK) Project Opening at the Old Bakery and Emporium, 1006 Congress Avenue, on April 4, 2014.
From 5pm to 7 pm. Austin Parks and Recreation Department Urban Forestry Manager, Angela Hanson, will be speaking at the opening celebration about the relocation of trees, their preserva-
tion and measures taken to support Austin’s urban canopy. The “Wandering Skin, (OAK) Project body of work is built around the themes of regeneration, memories, Continued on page 13
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Arts & Entertainment Ongoing Events
in a round robin, open mic atmosphere following the featured preSundays sentation. On the third Thursday of every month. Free. Food pantry doLive Jazz Brunch- 10am-2pm. nations are welcomed. 7pm at New Nutty Brown Cafe, 12225 Hwy. 290 Life Lutheran Church, 120 Frog W., 78737. 301-4648. www.nuttyPond Lane in Dripping Springs. For brown.com. more info call 858-2024. Tessy Lou Williams & The Shotgun Stars- 3pm at Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. No cover.
Mondays Charles Thibodeaux and the Austin Cajun Aces- 6:30pm at Evangeline Cafe, 8106 Brodie Lane. 282-2586. Texas Songwriters Showcase - 6:30pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. No cover.
Tuesdays Kem Watts - 4pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. 264-03183 Brennen Leigh - 7pm at Evangeline Cafe, 8106 Brodie Lane. 282-2586.
Wednesdays No Bad Days Open Mic - 7pm at Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. 50+ Singles Dance- 7:30-9:45 Live Music. Senior Activity Center 29th & Lamar. 2874 Shoal Crest. www.fiftyplusdanceaustin.com
Third Thursday at The Blantonfree evening of art and activities. 5-9pm at Blanton Museum, Brazos and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. blantonmuseum.org/.
Fridays Friday night Dance Club- w/ Western bands and a Pot Luck break. 7:30pm-10pm at South Austin Activity Center, 3911 Manchaca RD, Austin. $4.50.
Saturdays
New Events
Wednesday, April 9 Michael McDonald - 8pm Supporting Act: Latasha Lee & the Blackties The Paramount Theatre p:512.472.5470 info@austintheatre.org Thursday, April 10 4th Annual Sarah & Ernest Butler Texas Young Composers Competition and Concert - 7:30pm The Long Center 701 W. Riverside Drive (512) 457-5100 info@thelongcenter.org Friday, April 11
April 1 - April 6
April 3 - Apri 13
Motionhouse - 8pm Seven dancers perform on an infinity stage where movement and film integrate in a completely new and breathtaking way. Bass Concert Hall 2350 East Campus Dr. (512) 477-6060 Saturday, April 12
The Peacemakers- 10pm at EvanMerrily We Roll Along - Book by geline Cafe, 8106 Brodie Lane. George Furth, music and lyrics by 282-2586. Stephen Sondheim, based on the play by George S. Kaufman and Open Mic Night- at Nutty Brown Moss Hart. Mary Moody Northen Cafe, 12225 W Highway 290, Free. Theatre St Edward’s University Thursdays 3001 South Congress Avenue 512.448.8484 Available online at KGSR Unplugged At The Grove http://www.stedwards.edu/mmnt -every Thursday evening through Sept 6th. Join KGSR every ThursApril 4 - April 6 day for 23 consecutive weeks at Shady Grove on Barton Springs Tapestry Dance Company presRoad for one of Austin’s longest ents Rhythm, Reason & Reality running free concert series. - a collection of rhythmic creations Karaoke- at Boomerz Nightclub, including the tap work “Anacruses” (1990) “Listen” from Footprints 6148 Hwy 290 W.. 892-3373. (2005), Voices of Rhythm, Ears Tony Harrisson / Dance Lessons Wide Open (Austin Chronicle’s / Jesse Dayton- 6pm - 9:15pm / “Best Dance Concert”) and The 9:15pm at the Broken Spoke, 3201 NEA American Masterpieces production of The Souls of Our Feet. S. Lamar. 442-6189. Long Center 701 W. Riverside Open Mic with your host, Ga- Drive, (512) 457-5100; info@therett Endres. Starts at 9pm every longcenter.org Thursday 290 West Club 12013 W April 9 - April 19 Hwy 290 In the Heights - April 9-12, 15-19 at 8pm., April 13 at 7pm and April
Ongoing Events South Austin Mystery Book Club - 7:30 pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, at the Sunset Valley Barnes & Noble on Brodie Ln. Our April 16th book is Gone Girl, by Gillian Flynn. If you have questions please email dschieck@yahoo.com. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Meeting - Bannockburn Baptist Church room 103 Every Wednesday, 7pm - 8:30pm Anne Slater 512-215-9719 for more info Free Conversation Cafe - Drop in for open, public dialogue on a variety of topics. Every third Saturday from 10:30am-11:30am at the Hampton Branch of the Austin Public Library at Oak Hill, 5125 Convict Hill Rd.. Free and open to the public. 512974-9900 / cityofaustin.org/library. Classes and meditation - with Western Buddhist nun, Gen Kelsang Ingchug. Every Sunday at 9:30am at Chittamani Buddhist Center, 1918 Bissel Lane, 78745. Everyone welcome. Spiritual counselling by appointment. Call for free brochure. 916-4444. meditationinaustin.org.
STOMP - Incorporating dance, and using everything but conventional percussion instruments, the award winning eight-member troupe of STOMP consistently delights audiences of all ages. The Paramount Theatre 512.472.5470 info@austintheatre.org
Trivia Night - Wednesdays at Waterloo Ice House, Southpark Meadows, 9600 South I-35 Service Rd. SB, Suite D-100. 512-301-1007. waterlooicehouse.com.
“Thirsty Thursday” gatheringPoems and songs will be shared
12-13, 19 at 2pm Presented by UT at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance B. Iden Payne Theatre (300 E. 23rd St.), located in the F. Loren Winship Drama Building www.JoinTheDrama.org, (512) 477-6060
Community Clubs & Events
Chopinesque - 7:30pm his allChopin program will be performed at the First Unitarian Universalist Church. This concert will feature the talents of Amy Schwartz Moretti, on violin; Gregory Sauer, on cello; and Michelle Schumann, on piano. 4700 Grover Avenue www. austinchambermusic.org Wednesday, April 16
Sisters in Crime Heart of Texas Chapter - Meets monthly on the second Sunday of the month at 2pm at the Recycled Reads (part of the Austin Library system) at 5335 Burnet Road www.hotxsinc. org. VFW Post 4443 meeting - Meets on first Tues. of month from 7-8:30pm at 7614 Thomas Springs Road in Oak Hill. Members and potential members are encouraged to be there around 6pm to gather for dinner. There is no cost. The Oak Hill Rotary Club -Meets at noon on the first three Mondays of the month at Mandola’s Italian Market, 4301 W. Wm. Cannon. More info at 288-8487 See www. oakhillrotary.org for other activities and events. Circle C Area Democrats 6:30-8:30pm at Santa Rita in the Escarpment Village. Meets on second Mondays of month. For in formation:circlecareademocrats. org.
Pet Shop Boys - 8pm ACL Live at the Moody Theater 310 Willie Nelson Blvd Tickets: (877) 435-9849 acl-live.com Mozart Requiem Undead 6:30pm French Legation Museum 802 San Marcos St. Admission is free and open to the public. www. texasperformingarts.org/season/ mozart-requiem-undead-austin.
Toastmasters Groups - Build leadership and communication skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Visitors welcome. Tejas Toastmasters: 288-7808/ tejastoastmasters.org. Meets every Mon. at 6 pm at IHOP, 1101 S. Mopac. South Austin Toastmasters: meets first and third Tuesday at noon at ACC South Austin Campus, 1820 W. Stassney Lane. Phone 443-7110 or 288-7808. Oak Hill Toastmasters: meet every
Thursday from 6:45-8pm at Western Hills Church of Christ, 6211 Parkwood Drive. Open to ages 18 & up. 956-494-4809 / oakhill.freetoasthost.biz for more info. Alzheimer’s Caregiver SupporGroup - 2nd Wednesday of the month at noon at Arveda Alzheimer’s Family Care, 11013 Signal Hill Drive, 78737. Anyone caring for a loved-one with dementia and needing support is invited. RSVP to 512-637-5400 and feel free to bring your own lunch. www.arvedacare.com. Senior Luncheon Program - Seniors (over 60) meet at 8656 Hwy. 71 W, Bldg A, next to JP bldg every Tues, Wed and Thurs from 10am2pm. Transportation available. Call 512-854-2138 for more info. Oak Hill Neighborhood Planning Contact Team - Meets fourth Wednesday of the month at the ACC Pinnacle Campus, 10th Floor Board Room. www.ohnpct.org. MOMS Club of Austin - Southwest Oaks - Social and support group for stay-at-home moms and their children. Meet new friends, and enjoy a guest speaker. Monthly meeting at Oak Hill United Methodist Church, 7815 W Hwy 290. 10am on the first Thursday of every month. For more info, email momsclubswoaks@gmail.com. Southwest Networking Group (SWING) - meets for breakfast at Waterloo Ice House, Slaughter Ln. & Escarpment Blvd., 9600 Escarpment Blvd.. 8-9:30am. Bring business cards. For more info call 482-9026 or 921-4901. Thursdays. South Austin AARP Chapter 2426 - Tom Bauer will talk about leadership styles and best practices, 1pm - 4pm at South Austin Senior Activity Center, 3911 Manchaca Rd. Free. Meets on third Wednesday of the month. For more info call Mary at 280-8661. www.southaustinaarp.org. OHBPA Meeting - (Oak Hill Business Professionals Association). Meets every first Thursday of the month from 11:30am-1pm at Mandola’s Italian Market, 4301 W. Wm. Cannon $15. ohbpa.org. Retired Austin Travelers - a group for people who love to travel. Regular meetings are held the second Wednesday of odd-numbered months, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM,in the Oak Hill Library at 5124 Convict Hill Road.. ratsonline.org. Creative Arts Society - Meets on first Wed. of month (except Jan.,July, Aug.) at ACC Pinnacle, 10th floor, faculty lounge. 6pm networking. 7pm program. All artists and art enthusiasts are welcome. creativeartssociety.org 288-0574.
South Austin Lions Club -Meets every second and fourth Thursday 6pm – 7pm Premier High School at Travis 1211 E. Oltorf On the campus of Travis High School, follow Premier sign as you enter driveway, veer right. http://www.eclubhouse.org/sites/austin_south/ Austin Public Library Computer Training Classes - Adult computer classes covering everything from the basics to finding a job online. Classes are held in various languages, with some requiring registration beforehand. Call or go online for a complete schedule and additional details. 512/9747400 library.austintexas.gov Sat. & Sun. February 8 & 9
New Events Through May 23 A+ Education Foundation’s 2014 Grant Program - Founded in 2005 by A+ Federal Credit Union, funds grants up to $1,000.00 for central Texas educators. Grants are funded for equipment, supplies, materials, training, and new and continuing programs. Check out aplusfcu.org/grants for the grant application Thursday, April 10 “Technology Addiction, & What Parents, Teachers & Children Can Do About It” - 7pm - 8:30pm Bethany Luthern Church 3701 W. Slaughter Ln. 292-8778 Saturday, April 12 Sweet Success: Girls Minding Their Own Business - 10am Seven local business leaders help girls ages 11 - 18 imagine their own businesses with financial how-to and real-life advice. Ballet Austin Community Room, 501 W. 3rd St www.genaustinsweetsuccess.eventbrite.com Sat. April 12 & Sun. April 13 Spring Plant Sale and Gardening Festival - 9am - 5pm nearly 300 species of native plants from across the state, including rare options such as Carolina larkspur and a cultivar of rusty blackhaw virburnum trees developed in honor of Lady Bird Johnson. For children: Make eco-pots for free that contain native plants to take home and plant. guided garden tours by experts at 11 a.m., 1 and 2 p.m. both days starting from the courtyard. Visitors can also attend a mid-day open house both days at the insectary where pollinators are raised. o view or search types of plants available, go to: http:// www.wildflower.org/collections/ collection.php?collection=spring_ sale Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave.
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Outdoors & Fitness Ongoing Events Farmer’s Market at Sunset Valley - Locally grown fresh produce at Tony Burger Center, 3200 Jones Rd. Saturdays from 9am-1pm. www.sfcfarmersmarket.org. Free Introduction to Dance Class - for adults and teens. Every Saturday at 11am at Tapestry Dance Company & Academy, Western Trails Blvd., Austin. www. tapestry.org. Docent Tours of AMOA - Each Saturday and Sunday 1pm Docent-led tours of the recently restored 1916 Driscoll Villa, the intimate art exhibition Laguna Gloria Grounded and the historic gardens overlooking Lake Austin. at Austin Museum of Art, 823 Congress Ave. 512-495-9224 www.amoa.org. Texas Outdoor Women’s Network - Open to women of all ages interested in outdoor activities. fishing, kayaking, camping, hiking and more! No experience required. Free monthly meetings on fourth Tuesday of each month at 6pm at the LCRA Red Bud Complex, 3601 Lake Austin Blvd. . www.townaustin.org. Hill Country Outdoors- “Austin’s Most Active Outdoor, Sport an Social Club” Specializing in adven-
ture with outdoor events such as hiking, camping, biking, road trips and rafting. www.hillcountryoutdoors.com. Westcave Preserve public weekend tours- Sats. and Sundays, 10am., noon, 2pm & 4, $5 adult/$2 child/$15 family. One mile hike into the canyon & back. Kids welcome w/ adult. No pets. For more info call (830)825-3442 westcave.org . Thursday, Novemver 28Guided Hike - Second Saturday & second Sunday of each month at 9am at Bright Leaf Natural Area, 4400 Crestway Dr., Austin. Hikes are usually 4 miles long and last about 2 hours. Wear sturdy shoes and bring your own water. www.brightleaf.org Boot Camp Workout - At 9am every Saturday, our expert coaches will lead you through a muscle toning, fat burning, FREE 45 minute boot camp class! Bring your ten closest friends and jump start your weekend. Mills Elementary School 1-877-801-8171, extension 710 Nature Hike at McKinney State Falls - Free interpretive hikes to discover the diverse range of flora and fauna that can be seen at McKinney Falls. Hikes are offered the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each
month starting at 10am from the Smith Visitors Center. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat, and bring water. Hikes last approximately 1.5 hours. Info contact: jeanneffia@ gmail.com
New Events Saturday, April 5 Mudmatch - Challenge yourself physically with an intense, mud filled obstacle course with a chance to do some major socializing. Part of the proceeds will be donated to Austin Pets Alive. Rusty’s Walnut Creek Ranch www.mudmatch.com Waterfront Walkabout 2 - 10am Noon walk along E. Bouldin Creek and then to the Lady Bird Lake waterfront. We’ll stop twice to talk about future walking paths One Texas Center lobby 505 Barton Springs Road Saturday, April 12
cluded with regular Zoo admission. 10808 Rawhide Trail, Austin 78736. For additional information, call 512288-1490 or visit www.austinzoo. org.
Second Saturdays are for Families - $7 per family; $5 Member families. Noon-4pm at Austin Museum of Art, 823 Congress Ave. New Events Please RSVP to akichorowsky@ amoa.org to give an idea of materi- Friday, February 21 - May 3 als needed. 512-495-9224 / www. amoa.org. The Cat in the Hat - Dr. Seuss’s classic children’s book comes to At Austin Children’s Museum: life in a wild ride of physical comCommunity Night - Come out and edy. Kleburg Stage Zach Theater. play EVERY Wednesday night at 202 South Lamar (512) 476-0541 5pm and enjoy exhibits, storytime Ages 3 up and a variety of hands-on activities. Themed stories, songs,d activities. April 3 - April 6 Tuesday - Saturday: 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Baby Bloomers- Every Mon.. For kids 3 & under & their caregivers. Storytimes 9:30 & 11am; Singa-long 10:30am at Austin Children’s Museum, 201 Colorado St.. 4722499 / ausinkids.org. Storytime - Tuesdays & Wednesdays at the Hampton Library, 5125 Convict Hill Rd. Toddlers Fridays at 11am, . 892-6680. wiredforyouth.co Austin Zoo & Animal Sanctuary - Join us in making Animal Enrichment (toys for animals) every Monday and Wednesday at 11:30am in the Picnic Grove and Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:15am and 1:15pm in the Peacock Barn. Both activities are in-
4pm Children wearing a costume receive a free cookie and cast members will greet the audience after each performance. Dougherty Arts Center Theater 1110 Barton Springs Rd. http://acbaliceinwonderland.bpt.me Saturday, April 5
Sat., April 5 & Sun., April 6 Alice in Wonderland - 1:30 &
Thursday, April 3 Liz Morphis - 7pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie 282-2586 evangelinecafe.com Richard Jessee Prject - 7pm Johnson- 830:pm Blake Henley 11pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. 264-0318 poodies.net the Swing Demons - 7pm Satellite Bistro & Bar 5900 Slaughter Ln #400 288-9994 satellitebistroandbar.com Friday, April 4 Eve and The Exiles - 10pm Evangeline Cafe 8106 Brodie Lane 282-2586 evangelinecafe. com
LTHS Orchestra presents the Biscuit Brothers! - The fun begins at 1:30 with face painting, balloon animals, and a petting zoo! Stay for the Biscuit Brothers concert with the LTHS Orchestras with special guests, the Lake Travis Fiddlers!LTHS Performing Art Center 3324 RR 620 S. tickets at 512533-6161 or (512) 786-3641
Best Tasting Lemonaid Contest - If your child (ages 5 – 17) is interested in participating in our 6th Annual Best Tasting Lemonade Contest, please email Lloyd at lloyd@ amplifyaustin.org and give us the top three reasons why his / her lemonade is the best. The Thinkery 1830 Simond Ave (512) 469-6200
Market 4477 S. Lamar Blvd. 512899-4300 centralmarket.com Dez Desormeux on the Saxaphone - 6pm Gumbo’s Steak and Seafood 12823 Shops at the Galleria Parkway (512) 263-2711 Sunday, April 6 Gospel Brunch w/ The Purgatory Players - 11am Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Rd 512-8287636 strangebrewloungeside.com 1st Sunday Brunch with George Carver Trio - Satellite Bistro & Bar 5900 Slaughter Ln #400 2889994 satellitebistroandbar.com The Alan and Ladonna band 5pm Gumbo’s Steak and Seafood 12823 Shops at the Galleria Parkway (512) 263-2711 Monday, April 7 Texas Music Showcase: George Ensle Hosts Tom Corbett Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. 264-0318 poodies.net Eric Bettencourt CD RELEASE PARTY! - 10pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Rd 512-8287636 strangebrewloungeside.com Tuesday, April 8
Scrappy Jud Newcomb - 8pm Strange Brew 5326 Manchaca Rd 512-828-7636 strangebrewloungeside.com Ru Coleman - 4pm Teddy Jacks & Scott Martin - 6:30pmpm Morgan O’Kane - 10:30pm Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. 264-0318 poodies.net Jonas Alvarez - 6:30pm Central Market 4477 S. Lamar Blvd. 512899-4300 centralmarket.com
Sunday, April 13 Sesame Street Live “Make a New Friend” - Frank Erwin Center 1701 Red River (512) 471-7744
New Events
Walk Texas – Active Austin 10Week Challenge - 10:30am orientation free program offered four times a year to encourage everyone to become more physically active. This challenge will start in April and end in June. Join as a family, a group, a worksite, or as an individual. Carver Branch Library 1161 Angelina Street, To register, contact Sabrina McCarty at 512-9725463, or email sabrina.mccarty@ austintexas.gov.
Kids Calendar Ongoing Events
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Costello - Nutty Brown Cafe 12225 Highway 290 West 512-301-4648 nuttybrown.com Free Dez Desormeux on the Saxaphone - 6pm Gumbo’s Steak and Seafood 12823 Shops at the Galleria Parkway (512) 263-2711 Saturday, April 5 Hot Club Soda - 7:30pm Satellite Bistro & Bar 5900 Slaughter Ln #400 288-9994 satellitebistroandbar.com Brooks Brannon - 7pm Deuce Coupe with Earl Poole Ball 8:30pm $8 John Edward Baumann - 11pm $8 Poodie’s Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood. 264-0318 Tony Harrison - 6:30pm Central
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April 3 -April 16 , 2014
Car Review
2014 Chrysler Town and Country By T. Q. Jones
because the “soccer mom” thing hadn’t come into the vernacular Chrysler unveiled the first min- yet, and they felt they could still ivan some 30 years ago (hence this be young, hip, swingin’ chicks, not, 30th Anniversary Edition), but it eww, mothers. It’s kind of the female was actually a concept Lee Iacocca version of guys who choose to drive had developed while he was at Ford. two-door coupes and “sports cars” Reaction was mixed, though sales thinking no one will notice they are were strong right out of the box. past 30 years old (or more.) But it was like a number of other We aren’t talking about guys who surprising entries in the automobile actually use the sports cars for their game. That is, it was either a hit or a intended purpose, of course, (racing miss, with very little middle ground. them on weekends) but those who People either liked it instantly or just use them for props for their hated it even more quickly. egos. They come in many forms, The target market, the market from the afore-mentioned sports segment that was eventually called cars to over-decorated four wheel “soccer Mom” also either hated it or drive units that never challenge anyloved it. Either way, it sold; though it thing more difficult than the speed was always to have a split personality. bumps at Randalls to hot European Many women hated it for the same units whose power would scare the reasons they loved SUVs not so much bejeesus out of them if they ever later. At the onset, it met their needs turned all those ponies loose. for a kid hauler without initially But we were discussing the ladies, marking them as soccer moms. were we not? Iacocca and company Well, to be fair, they liked it presented them with an almost-per-
fect vehicle for hauling kids and kids’ stuff, and many of them embraced it. It was large and comfortable and easy to drive, with good visibility, safe and T. Q. Jones even economical; particularly when compared with its main rival, the truck-based SUV. So which won the hearts and minds of the auto world? Right. The ladies made the same philosophical choice their husbands and boyfriends made for what’s cool. Or what’s perceived to be cool. Which, among other things, helps answer the question that comes up every time Chrysler comes out with anything new in a minivan, which is, with all the chances the rest of the industry has had to make a minivan that would knock Chrysler’s socks off,
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St. Michael’s students volunteer at Habitat for Humanity The St. Michael’s Catholic Academy Spanish Club volunteered their time with Habitat for Humanity over various weekends in February. Dr. Beatriz Arias, SMCA Spanish teacher, offered this opportunity to her Spanish classes and the Spanish
Club. Ricky Vargas, Peter Smith, Andy Smith, Matthew Stevenson and Ellie Roland participated. They helped build a home starting with gathering supplies, laying cement and building a fence. Matt Stephenson, the Vice President of
Spanish Club members Ellie Roland and Matthew Stevenson participated.
Wandering Skin (OAK) Continued from p. 9
emotions, belonging and feelings surrounding RELOCATION and defining these themes through the metaphor of Oak trees. Austin is all about oak trees, including the historic ‘Treaty Oak’. Collet explores the relationship between oak trees and women who had relocated to Austin. She said, “This project is about new lives in old skins, about what to bring, what to leave behind, what to remember, and what to forget.” About the artist: She has exhibited
her works in galleries, international art fairs and museums in Italy, France, Spain, Holland, Belgium, Colombia, Mexico, Venezuela, in Miami, New York, Palm Springs and Texas. Her works are part of the permanent collection of several museums. She is currently doing a residence in Marfa, Texas and working on a new project. The art exhibit will be at the Old Bakery and Emporium April 5th to May 1st, 2014.
SMCA Spanish Club, said, “I chose to participate in Habitat for Humanity for many reasons. It was nice to participate in a service project where I immediately saw the difference we were making. We all pitched in and helped make a home for a family in need.” St. Michael’s is dedicated to giving back to the community. On Earth Day, Tuesday, April 22, SMCA students, faculty, and staff will close
their doors and “Serve Austin”. They will be heading out to more than fifteen locations to serve the community in any way that they ask – reading to young children, rehab work on an old home, serving as traffic cops for pre-school students, and helping to record memories for those who can no longer write them down for themselves, just to name a few. They are looking forward to giving back to the greater Austin
community on this day. St. Michael’s Catholic Academy is a college-preparatory school founded by laity within the Diocese of Austin to serve a diverse student body. Combining academic excellence with faith formation and co-curricular learning opportunities, St. Michael’s prepares the whole student for leadership, service and decision-making consistent with Catholic values.
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Gazette Sports: Austin • Bowie • Crockett
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by Patrick Olson Janet Salazar’s goal moved the Crockett girls’ soccer club in front of Lanier 2-1 and clinched a playoff appearance for the Cougars. “Janet’s leadership and her impressive play were a great contributor to our success this season,” coach Lupe Rodriguez said. “I am very proud of how she pushes herself and continues to grow daily on and off the field.” Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Janet moved to Austin at an early age and attended Odom Elementary before advancing Continued on next page
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Bowie kicked out of soccer playoffs by Patrick Olson
The Bowie boys soccer team creatively constructed a 2-1 lead by halftime, but Brady Freehill scored a pair of late goals to lead Westwood past the Dawgs 3-2 in a playoff game Friday night. “Overall, it was an improvement from last year, finishing third in a tough district,” coach Sam Miller said of the 2014 Bowie (11-7-4, 7-33) campaign. “We’re going to have a fairly young team next year and we’ll play sixteen district games in an even tougher new district.” Westwood (11-3-4, 7-2-3) scored first, before Bowie attacked with penetration dribbling by starting forward Josh Reed and lengthy hand spring throw-ins from Jacob Gonzales. The Warriors’ coach voiced concern to a line judge when Gonzales initially launched his unique throw-in on the cramped House Park sideline. Completing a somersault while holding the ball, Gonzales often delivers the ball into
the front of the opposing goal. Miller recognized the Warrior defense concentrating exclusively on action in the penalty box and directed Gonzales to adjust. “I yelled at him from the sidelines,” said the coach. “After you throw it in a few times, they’re worried about it.” Michael Orlando then took a light toss from Gonzales and blasted the ball into the box where Zach Cerra kicked it into the net to register the Dawg’s first tally. Brothers Mason and Jarrod Tomasek subsequently advanced from their midfielder spots to create a more lethal Dawg attack and a rocket from Mason’s leg put Bowie in front 2-1. Starting fullbacks Enrique Trevino, Justin Baker, Ely Womack and Orlando held firm early in the second half from a consistent assault from the Warrior strikers. Freehill knotted the contest on a penalty kick and Bowie attempted to rally with a shot on goal. The Westwood goaltender proceeded to move forward in the
by Patrick Olson Senior pitcher Riley Greiner provided three and a third strong innings in the Austin High 8-6 triumph at rival Westlake. “He’s done a great job pitching,” assistant coach Billy Brown said. “He’s done everything we’ve asked.” Greiner sports a 4-0 record for the Maroons with eight games remaining in the regular season. A native Austinite, Riley attended Oak Hill Elementary before progressing to O’Henry Middle School where he also played tennis and football. He began learning to play baseball in the Oak Hill Youth Sports AssociaContinued on next page
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Janet Salazar to Bedichek Middle School where she also played volleyball, basketball and ran track. Upon arriving at Crockett, she played volleyball before concentrating exclusively on soccer as a sophomore. Strong leadership from Salazar helped the brown and gold earn a ticket to the postseason for an eighth consecutive season. “My role on the team as captain is to help my team achieve all the goals we had set for ourselves, and to push the girls to be better athletes,” said the forward. Following graduation, Janet would like to attend UTSA and study criminal justice.
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Opening Day—Play Ball! The Opening Day ceremonies for the Oak Hill Youth Sports Association were held on Saturday, March 22, and a couple of celebrity players helped young Oak Hill ballplayers celebrate that weekend. World Series champion first baseman Lance Berkman threw out the first baseball pitch on Saturday at 2:30 p.m., while star softball pitcher, ex-UT phenom and Olympic gold medal winner Cat Osterman threw out the first softball pitch on Sunday at 4 p.m.
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City Hall getting ready for 10-ONE Oak Hill Plumbing Remodeling began April 2, continuing through September 2014, for City Hall renovations to accommodate an expanded City Council to 11 members. The new Council will be officially seated Jan. 6, 2015. The project results from the November 2012 elections in which Austin voters approved Proposition 3, commonly referred to as 10-ONE, a ballot measure that called for 10 geographic Council single-member districts plus the Mayor. The Office of the City Auditor moved from City Hall on March 27 to allow work to start on second floor modifications for four new Council Offices and staff resource and conference rooms. The City Auditor’s Office moved temporarily to Lower Colorado River Authority space, 3701 Lake
Spring sale and festival The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center offers its Spring Plant Sale & Gardening Festival amidst the beautiful, blooming gardens on Saturday and Sunday, April 12 and 13, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Wildflower Center’s Spring Plant Sale boasts nearly 300 species of native plants from across the state, including rare options such as Carolina larkspur and a cultivar of rusty blackhaw virburnum trees developed in honor of Lady Bird Johnson. Along with sun-loving wildflowers such as Tahoka daisy, sundrops, Texas star and Drummond phlox, there will be shade-tolerant dwarf palmettos, golden groundsel and heart-leaf skullcap. Many cacti species, and Mexican feathergrass and other ornamental grasses will be available. In addition, visitors have several hawthorn tree species to choose from, as well as bigtooth maples and sandhill plums. To view or search types of plants available, go to: http://www.wildflower.org/ collections/collection.php?collection=spring_sale
Austin Blvd., and will move again to the Silicon Labs in a few months, 400 W. Cesar Chavez St. office building just east of City Hall where it will permanently office. The Auditor’s main phone number will remain at (512) 974-2805. In late June, renovation of City Council Chambers will add space at the dais for Council Members and create more space for media and staff. Also, modifications and enhancements will be done to audio/visual, information technology, lighting and mechanical systems. During the remodeling, City Council meetings will be moved to the Travis County Commissioners Court at 700 Lavaca St. The first meeting will take place Aug. 8. Council meetings are scheduled to resume in City Hall in October 2014. The Boards and Commissions Room will be available throughout
the majority of the project. Those Boards and Commissions meetings that take place in Council Chambers or in Room 1029 (the Staff Bullpen) will be moved. A schedule of these meetings will be made available on the City Clerk’s webpage at www. austintexas.gov/cityclerk. During construction, more disruptive construction activities will take place outside of the normal work day. Parking and access to City Hall will not be affected. Contracted to complete the design of these renovations are the original City Hall design team of Cotera+Reed and Antoine Predock. The project is managed by the City’s Public Works Department. If you have renovation project-related questions, contact Public Works Public Information Specialist Courtney Black at (512) 974-7972.
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ANGLICAN St. Philip’s Anglican Church 1408 W. 9th St, Austin. 78703 Fr. Gary Francis, Vicar Holy Communion 1928 Book of Common Prayer Sunday 11:00 am gkfrancis@suddenlink.net Traditional Anglican Worship
CATHOLIC St. Catherine of Siena 4800 Convict Hill Rd. 78749 892-2420 Pastor Rev. Patrick Coakley Weekend Masses: Sat. 5pm, Sun 8:30am, 10:30am, 12:15pm, 5pm Weekday Masses: Mon-Fri. 12noon, Sat. 9am, Tues & 1st Fri 7pm
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Western Hills Church of Christ 6211 Parkwood Drive 892-3532 www.westernhillscoc.com whcc@westernhillscoc.com Sunday Services:9am Bible Classes (all ages),10am Worship (with Children’s Church) Evening - groups & worship alternating weeks Wednesday: 7pm Worship, classes for all ages, 6pm Meal together We have an inspiring and Biblically rich worship service, a very active Youth Ministry and a growing Children’s Ministry! “We are... a place to believe, a place to belong, a place to call home”
BAPTIST Bee Cave Baptist Church 13222 Hwy. 71W (at Hwy. 620) (512) 263-5058 Pastor: Rev. Jim Roquemore Services: Sun. 10:45am & 6:30pm, Sunday School 9:30am Children’s church available Sun. am Wed. Prayer & Bible Study 7 pm First Baptist Church of Oak Hill 6907 Convict Hill Rd 78749 512) 288-7570 Pastor: Rob Satterfield Services: Sun. 10:50am & 6:00pm Bible Study Sun. 9:30am Wednesday Prayer 6:45pm www.fbcoakhill.org Oak Hill Primitive Baptist Church 11408 Camp Ben McCulloch Rd. Pastor: Elder Richard Halbgewachs Church: 288-4994 Pastor: 791-0678 Services: Every Sun. 10:30am
BUDDHIST Chittamani Buddhist Center Without Inner Peace, Outer Peace is Impossible. Classes and meditation currently on the 4 Noble Truths. Every Sunday 9:30am -11 am www.MeditationInAustin.org 1918 Bissel Lane, 78745 (off Manchaca) 512-916-4444 Sitagu Buddha Vihara 9001 Honeycomb Dr. 78737 (4 miles west of the “Y”). We are a monastery, meditation center, community center, education center and home of a beautiful Burmese pagoda. Daily activities. sitagu.org/austin/, (512)301-3968 sitaguvihara@yahoo.com.
COWBOY CHURCH Cowboy Church of the Hill Country 8305 Sharl Cove (slightly south of intersection of Loop 45 and Camp Ben McCulloch Road) (512) 587-2242 Pastor: Jerry Kelley pastor@cowboychurchhc.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. www.cowboychurchhc.org facebook.com/Cowboy ChurchHC info@cowboychurchhc.org We do things the Cowboy way!
EPISCOPALIAN St. Alban’s Episcopal Church 11819 So. IH-35 (exit #223, FM 1327; take north access road 1.1 mile) 282-5631 www.stalbansaustin.org Seeking the transformation of lives through sharing God’s love and grace Rector: The Rev. Margaret Waters Services: 9 a.m. Come & See! (Blended worship w/ sermon & Holy Eucharist) 10:00 a.m. Coffee Hour 10:15 a.m. Christian Formation for All Ages (Please go to the website for more details) 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II 12:45 p.m. Coffee Hour Children’s Chapel at both services, and professional nursery from 8:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Youth Group, Sundays 4-6 p.m. Bible Study, Thursdays 9:30-11 a.m. St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church 8724 Travis Hills Dr. 78735 (between SW Parkway & Old Bee Caves) (512) 288-0128 www.stchristopher.net Rector: The Rev. Bo Townsend Services: Holy Communion at 10am Sundays; Children’s Chapel at 10 am
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HINDU TEMPLE Shree Raseshwari Radha Rani Temple Radha Madhav Dham, 400 Barsana Road, Austin, Texas 78737 (FM 1826, 7 miles from 290 W) 288-7180 Sunday Services: 11:00am- 12:30pm; 7:30-9:30pm Visiting hours: 8:1510am & 3-5pm daily
ISLAM Masjid Ibrahim Islamic Center Religious Services/Youth & Children Activities 1701 W Ben White Blvd. Bldg. #3 512-693-2924 Friday Sermon @ 1:00 PM Mosque open 7 days for 5 daily prayers Check Mosque website for prayer timings and weekend programs www.masjidibrahim.org Email: admin@masjidibrahim.org
LUTHERAN Abiding Love Lutheran Church “Sharing God’s Love” 7210 Brush Country, 78749 (512)892-4040 Sr. Pastor:Lynnae Sorensen Assoc. Pastor: Brad Highum Sunday Services: 8:30am and 11am Education Hour: 9:45 am (for all ages) Evensong–acontemplativeworshipgathering Sundays at 5 pm. Evensong blends chant music, scripture, silence, prayer and communion in candlelit peace. Children’s Center 892-2777 Director: Debbie Tonne Full & PT programs M-F, 7am-6pm Food Pantry- Mondays 1:30-3:30pm info@abidinglove.org www.abidinglove.org Bethany Lutheran Church “Where Jesus Meets His Friends” 3701 West Slaughter Lane (next to Bowie High School) 292-8778 email: info@blcms.org Pastor: Rev. William B. Knippa Assoc. Pastor: Rev. Kevin D. Lentz Sun. Worship Services: 8am (Trad.) 9:30 & 11:00 am (Blended Traditional & Contemporary Music) 6:00 p.m. (Contemporary Praise) Sunday School & Bible Study: 9:30am Nursery During Services Bethany Preschool, Mon & Wed program, Tues & Thur program www.blcms.org Holy Cross Lutheran Church 4622 S. Lamar 892-0516 Rev. Magdalene Holm-Roesler, Pastor Services: 10:00 am Sunday Study Hour: 9:00 am Sunday Fellowship & Coffee after services Adult and Children’s Sun. School www.hclcaustin.org You’re always welcome here.
Mt. Olive Lutheran Church 10408 Hwy 290 West (4 miles from the “Y” in Oak Hill) 512-288-2370 info@ConnectwithJesus.org www.Mt.OliveAustin.org Pastors: Paul Meyer and Ben Braun Services: 8 am traditional and 10:30 am contemporary. Education Hour: 9:15-10:15 am Preschool: 18 months to Pre-K, Preschool Phone: 512-288-2330 Full and part-time hours. Risen Savior Lutheran Church-WELS 2811 Aftonshire Way 78748 280-8282 Rev. Paul Kuehn, pastor Services: Sunday Worship— 9:30am Sunday School/Bible Classes for all ages, Sunday— 11:00am; Thursday Night Worship— 7:00 pm www.risensavioraustin.net
METHODIST Oak Hill United Methodist Church 7815 Hwy. 290 W. 78736 288-3836 Rev. Jim Roberts, Rev. Pam Sheffield, and Rev. Stella Burkhalter Services: Sunday 8:45, 10 & 11:15am (Interpreted for the deaf at 11:15 service) Wednesday ReCharge service 6:15pm Sunday School: 10 & 11:15am Children’s Sunday School: 8:45, 10 & 11:15am Youth group: 5pm www.oakhillumc.org open hearts, open minds, open doors! Manchaca United Methodist Church Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors! 1011 FM 1626 (SE corner of FM 1626 & Manchaca Rd) www.ManchacaUMC.org; office@ ManchacaUMC.org; 512.282.7274 Pastors: Rev. Laura Adam, Rev. Tracey Beadle Sunday Schedule: 8:30 am – Traditional Worship with Communion in the Sanctuary. 9:45 am - Sunday School; adult, youth and children. 11:00 am - Traditional Worship and Hymns in the Sanctuary. 11 am - Life on the Road - Casual Praise Service in the Family Life Center 5 pm - High School & Middle School youth programs Wednesday Worship: 6:00 am Individual Prayer and Meditation with Communion
NON - DENOMINATIONAL Austin Ridge Southwest 7416 Hwy 71 W, 78735 512-288-8000 Worship services: 9:15 and 11:00 Children’s Ministry: 9:15 and 11:00 Middle/High School 6 pm www.austinridge.org
Hope in the City 4407 Monterey Oaks Blvd, 78749 Phone; 512-892-4673 Senior Pastor: Britt Tucker Sun. Service 10:15 am www.hopeinthecity.org We value loving God, loving one another and loving Austin and the Nations. LifeAustin 8901 W Hwy 71 78735 Phone: 512-220-6383 Lead Pastor: Randy Phillips Sun. Services: 9:30 am, Celebration Service, 11:15 am Wed Services: 7 pm Life University, 7 pm Student Life LifeAustin is a Bible Church - a cosmopolitan community of healing and hope. We are all about connecting people to Christ and to each other. Unity Church of Austin 5501Hwy 290 West, 78735 (512) 892-3000 unity@unitychurchaustin.org Interim Minister: Rev. Denise Creech Service 11:00 pm “Our God is love,our race is human and our religion is oneness.” www.unitychurchaustin.org
ORTHODOX St. Sophia Orthodox Church 225 Rose Dr. in Dripping Springs Fr. Peter Smith, Pastor 512) 638-0721 / pcmsmith@hotmail. com (Fr. Peter’s email) www.stsophiachurch.us Services: Sundays- 8:45 a.m. Orthros (Matins) & 10:00 a.m. Divine LiturgyWednesdays- 7:00 p.m. Daily Vespers or other special services according to the season Saturdays- 5:45 pm. Ninth Hour & 6:00 pm Great Vespers and Confession Special feast day services as announced All services are in English and visitors are always welcome. The Orthodox Church is the original, historic, pre-denominational Church of the New Testament. Please join us for worship soon!
PRESBYTERIAN Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church 5226 W William Cannon 78749 Pastor Larry W. Coulter; Assoc. Pastors Michael Killeen, Britta Dukes Worship Schedule: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Shepherd of the Hills Brodie Campus at the corner of Brodie Ln. & Hewitt Ln. 12420 Hewitt Lane 78748 Ted Thulin, Campus Pastor Worship Schedule: 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Web site: www.shpc.org
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Civic Agenda, continued continued from p. 2 on Hwy 71W. Circle C Area Democrats Monday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. Santa Rita Cantina, Slaughter at Escarpment. Harriet Sedgwick, Central Texas Field Organizer for Battleground Texas - Wendy Davis for Governor, will speak at the Circle C Area Democrats April meeting. MoPac South Open House Tuesday, April 29, 2014, 3:30 - 7 pm Barton Creek Square Mall , 2901 South Capital of Texas Hwy First floor near JC Penney, Starbucks and AMC Theater The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority and the Texas Department of Transportation will host this Open House for proposed improvements to MoPac between Cesar Chavez Street and Slaughter Lane. Join them to discuss the purpose and need of the project, preliminary alternatives being developed, and draft evaluation criteria. Project team members will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about the preliminary alternatives. No formal presentation will be given. Attendees
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environmentalists have sparred. Those in favor of building the road point to Austin’s ever-increasing traffic problem that has flowed over into neighborhoods, such as Shady Hollow, and reason that connecting MoPac to FM-1626 will help alleviate congestion. Environmentalists argue that SH-45-SW would put the sensitive Edwards Aquifer region at risk and would do little to help traffic congestion overall. David Foster, state director for Clean Water Action, an organization devoted to protecting the environment and ensuring accessibility to clean, safe and affordable water, is among those opposed to SH-45-SW. “I think that Austin has kind of gone highway and toll road crazy in general. I think these roads exacerbate sprawl and make everybody’s drive time longer,” Foster said. “We’ve put I don’t know how many billions of dollars into these highways and toll roads and congestion has gotten worse. So this will just continue us down that wrong-headed path.” Foster said a project in the Barton Springs re-charge zone area deserves more consideration than the majority of commissioners have shown. “I think SH-45 in particular has additional sort of special drawbacks because of the location. Building it over the aquifer, over the recharge zone, it puts Barton Springs at risk. It puts well water at risk,” Foster said. “I’m concerned too that the temporary majority on the commissioners court wants to rush this through without a federal environmental
impact statement or study.” Foster said the project also has economic drawbacks for Travis County voters. “Travis County citizens will pay for most of this, but it’s actually Hays County commuters who will benefit. I think this is really being built to serve the interests of developments that really don’t exist yet but are planned for Hays County,” Foster said. “We’d be a lot better off, financially as well as environmentally if we just bought the land and preserved it.” Foster said local and state leaders should focus on mass transportation, such as Lone Star Rail. “If our political leaders had put the same effort into getting Lone Star Rail started as they did SH-130 or as some are now doing for SH-45 Southwest, we’d have had Lone Star Rail up and running.” Foster said he hopes the January election will change the tides for SH-45-SW. “It could be that once we have what I suspect will be a majority on the commissioners court against it come January, depending on how far this thing is moved forward, then we’ll still have time to reverse the recent decision,” Foster said. “So there are any number of ways—I would hope—that this thing could still be stopped, I just don’t know what the odds are.” Travis County Precinct Three Commissioner Gerald Daugherty, a staunch supporter of SH-45-SW, said the environmental communities’ arguments against building the
“I honestly believe—and I think that most people in the industry understand—that you can build roads over sensitive pieces of property and that’s exactly what we’ll do.” - Gerald Daugherty, Precinct 3 Commissioner “It could be that once we have what I suspect will be a majority on the commissioners court against it come January... then we’ll still have time to reverse the recent decision.” - David Foster, State Director, Clean Water Action road are a red herring. “This is not the only place where you have a sensitive piece of property that has a piece of infrastructure on it,” Daugherty said. “I honestly believe—and I think that most people in the industry understand—that you can build roads over sensitive pieces of property and that’s exactly what we’ll do.” Daugherty said while the commissioners court vote is an encouraging sign for the project, the
Environmental Impact Study must be completed before SH-45-SW is a sure bet. Shady Hollow resident and former Travis County Judge Bill Aleshire spoke in favor of SH-45-SW at the March 18 meeting, saying a vote in support of SH-45 is a vote to protect neighborhoods. “You can build and should build the SH-45 link between Mopac and FM 1626 and build it right with the most and best environmental pro-
tection as possible,” Aleshire said. “Doing this project right is where all our efforts should be coming together now.” Aleshire said his neighborhood of Shady Hollow has been devastated by the overwhelming traffic on Brodie Lane and local leaders can no longer ignore the problem. “The ostrich position will not work. It has not worked now and it will not work a year from now. I caution against another delay.”
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Capital Metro ridership continues to grow Continued from p. 7 Capital Metro saw over 34-million boardings system-wide, an increase of nearly three percent from 2012. In addition, the UT Shuttle service provided nearly five million rides to students and staff, an increase of almost seven percent over 2012. In January, Capital Metro launched the city’s first ever Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line, MetroRapid 801. The
high-frequency, high-capacity bus service is already showing incremental increases in ridership, with over 111,000 total trips taken from the end of January when service began, through the end of February. During SXSW, MetroRapid had several days where ridership exceeded 7,000 trips, with the highest ridership day occurring on Friday, March 14 with over 9,000 trips. The
second MetroRapid line, Route 803, will begin service later this year. MetroRapid and MetroRail are just two of the pieces of the regional high-capacity transit vision for Central Texas known as Project Connect, a partnership between Capital Metro, the City of Austin, Lone Star Rail and the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO).
Laura continues, “She desperately wanted to be buried in Oak Hill, as she considered herself a bit of a legend and knew the people there were as good as they come. Unfortunately, burial is very expensive and that was simply not an option. “She also looked forward to being an inspiration to other people who were homeless by getting off of the streets. She had big plans and was really making progress! “We were thankfully able to contact her family and one of her sisters was able to say goodbye over the phone before she passed. “She was spunky till the end, and as sad as I am that she was taken just when it seemed things would be looking up, I know her life served a purpose!” ••• The Austin Police Department warns local motorists to watch your wheels. Apparently, a couple of cars have wound up on blocks lately, completely stripped of their wheels. Even Triple A can’t help you much when that happens. Oddly, the two incidents occurred in the Circle C area, on the 107000 block of Walebridge. The APD reminds citizens to park in well-lit areas or in secure areas like garages, utilize wheel locks if possible, and report suspicious
activity by calling 911. Also, if you have any information about these incidents, please call APD Detective Kenneth Nash at (512) 974-4417. ••• A composting class will be offered at the Will Hampton Library, Monday at 6 p.m., 5125 Convict Hill Rd. For the fifth consecutive year, the City of Austin will host a series of free home composting classes to help residents reduce waste and create a nutrient-rich, soil-like material to cultivate beautiful lawns and gardens. More than 6,000 Austinites have taken a composting class since the program’s inception in 2010. The classes are part of Austin Resource Recovery’s Home Composting Rebate Program. The program encourages Austinites to: 1) Attend a free composting class 2) Downsize to a 24- or 32-gallon trash cart 3) Purchase a composting system for their homes. Austin Resource Recovery curbside customers who accomplish these three goals are eligible for a rebate of 75 percent off the cost of their new home composting system, up to $75. ••• In more crime news, an East Texas scam has made its way to Travis County and I want to make sure
This Old Spouse Continued from p. 4 outside to see for myself if our torpid little traveler has a face, only to find Ralph the dog rolling all over the poor thing in the driveway. Yes, Eddie Escargot is escargone. I pick
the little guy up and place him gently in the garden, his final resting place. I swear I see a hint of a grin. Snail heaven. Gastropod Valhalla. Hey, there’s a name for our garage band.
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Oak Hill community theater Continued from p. 3 people succeed—in fact almost to the point of putting her own success to the side.” He added, “I’m astounded at how far back she goes in this community and how many people she’s been working with since they were little kids. And now they’re growing into adulthood, and Liz has been working with them the whole nine years that
they’ve been operating. She really has a heart in seeing people grow, and really has a heart in seeing people succeed—which fits a notfor-profit model perfectly.” Neubauer hails from Shreveport, Louisiana, where she became the youngest on-air personality at KCOZ-FM at the tender age of 14. Her career as actress, singer, comedian and dancer has spanned 30 years,
and includes starring in the title role of a touring company of “Snow White” to performing as a dancing tomato in a national television ad. Neubauer and her Studio E team participated in the 2013 Austin 48Hour Film Project, winning awards for Best Choreography, Best Sound Design, Best Musical Score and Best Directing. The film, Cell Phone Continued on next page
Studio E student Richard Romeo (above) calls Studio E a “staple of the Oak Hill community.” He said, “the theater center that we’re trying to build is a good example of being able to nurture local talent and show exactly what Oak Hill has to offer in the artistic community.”
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Community theater Continued from p. 26
Opera, was runner-up for Best Film. The majority of Studio E students are not from the Oak Hill area. Said Neubauer, “That has always surprised me. We want the community to get involved.” And a community theater might be just the ticket. The would-be theater is currently just a big empty room—enough for a stage and about 100 seats. Looking around, Burke sees possibilities: “There’s a lot you can do creatively with a space this big. Allowing for different configurations. But all that takes money.” He sees it as a community arts center. “We would love to have a high quality facility, a high quality space that other people can use. Our idea is to have concerts on the weekend, Friday and Saturday night, for local bands, local musicians. We would build out a space nice enough that we could have art exhibits—artwork on the wall for local artists.” Burke believes there is a need for theatrical space in Southwest Austin for local performances and film projects. “People can see quality work without driving downtown,” he said. Neubauer added, “It’s a really versatile space. We want the community to know that it’s here so that we can start getting some involvement from the community and figure out ways for them to be able to present things in this space.” She added, “We know the community will get something from it. It’s a win-win-win for everybody involved.” Performers at the fundraiser will include Studio E talents: Richard
Studio E talent Stacy Glazer
Romeo, Stacey Glazer, Chloe Clark, James Lee Burke, Genevieve Dullum, Julia Atkins, Tori Jimenez, Sierra Edmundson, Seamus Bolivar Ochoa plus some surprise comedy guests. A silent auction promises to feature “some very cool prizes.” Said Neubauer, “This is the first time in the history of Studio E that we’re charging for a show.” Advance tickets are $10, $12 at the door. The event will be April 22 at 7 p.m. at 7612 West Highway 71. For information, call 512-301-1600. Tickets can be purchased online at http://actorsresourceproject.com/ show-tickets-.html.
Filming of one of Studio E’s recent short films, “For Love of Daisy.”
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Historic oak tree saved Continued from p. 1
that exceed the cost of the transplant would be applied to post care for the tree. The date for removing the tree is dependent on the removal of the AT&T fiber optic lines at the site, Fossum said. “There is not a certain date for that to occur so our start date is a bit fuzzy at this point, but hopefully we will start within the next two weeks,” Fossum said. The historic oak, known by locals as the Taco Bell Tree, currently stands in the way of TxDOT’s planned continuous flow intersection renovations in the area. In mid-November, a feasibility study conducted by a team of certified experts, including the city arborist, determined that the tree was able to be transplanted across U.S. 290 to Beckett Grove, a line of oak and pecan trees east of the intersection of 290 and William Cannon, named for the Beckett family who owned the former ranch land in the 1870s. The location was frequently used as a campsite by travelers heading into Austin, and a picnic spot for family reunions. Fossum said he credits the community’s generosity and TxDOT’s flexibility for saving the beloved tree. “Community support has been very strong, with more than 250 donors sending in donations. Donations have been as small as $5, and as large as $3,000. The Oak Hill Brownie troop sent in half of the proceeds
from their cookie sales (almost $300) to help the tree.” Fossum said. “On the behalf of the community we would like to thank the City of Austin and the Texas Department of Transportation for making this project possible. TxDOT could have removed the tree in September as scheduled, but instead chose to give the community time to raise the funds necessary to transplant the tree.” Ways to Donate · Send a check to the Austin Parks Foundation, 507 Calles Street, Ste. 116, Austin, TX 78702. Make sure to write “Austin Heritage Tree Foundation- Taco Bell Tree” on the memo line. · Call the Austin Parks Foundation at 512-477-1566 ext. 1 to donate by phone. Specify that your donation is for the “Austin Heritage Tree Foundation- Taco Bell Tree.” · Donate with a credit card at this link: https://www.austinparks.org/ adopter-donations.html. Click on the Austin Heritage Tree Foundation box. For all donations, email mfossum@ austin.rr.com with the amount and donor’s name and specify that the donation is for the Taco Bell Tree. The Austin Heritage Tree Foundation operates under the Parks Foundation, which manages the tree fund. Donations are tax deductible. For more information visit www. austinheritagetreefoundation.com.
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