austin tx: "Foodie" Fridays in Austin 5-18-12 - 05/18/12 03:56 AM
Foodie Fridays in AustinIt’s Friday again and time to make plans to eat out. Austin has so many interesting places to dine. There is something for everyone... new ones pop up and then there are the old time favorites. I’ve got some good choices this week if you’re in the mood for authentic Mexican cuisine in downtown Austin:
1. Guero’s Taco Bar http://www.guerostacobar.com/ Back in the late 1800’s Guero’s dining room was a local seed and feed store that was a local meeting place for many of South Austin’s characters. You knew there were dice games going on … (12 comments)
austin tx: A new app ~ beDJ ~ Only in Austin - 05/17/12 12:55 PM
This time a quintet of UT students founded another young Austin based company called Symplexum LLC. They have developed a smartphone application designed to connect to venues with visitors via music criticism. The app is called beDJ and it is intended to give users a method of rating music in public spaces while providing the owners of such venues with customer analytics. This sounds like a natural for Austin, Texas ..the live music capital! This app is aimed at the vendors (bars, stores, restaurants etc. ) to provide something to engage the customer! If the venue can entice the customer to … (16 comments)
austin tx: Rudy's Homemade Breakfast Tacos ~ Made to Order - 05/15/12 04:15 AM
On the edge of the Texas Hill Country just North of San Antonio sits Leon Springs founded in the 1800’s by Max Aue. Life changed for the small community when his son Rudolph opened a one-stop gas station, garage and grocery store!In 1989 BBQ was added to the operation using original recipes that are now enjoyed throughout the Southwest.
Many a vendor will bring our office warm homemade tacos made from Rudy’s for our Tuesday office meetings complete with their special “Sause”.It’s amazing to see the numbers of fresh tacos made each morning. The employees are skilled and have … (11 comments)
austin tx: Austin Special Market Update - 05/10/12 03:43 PM
Independence Title sponsored a Special Austin Market Update this morning at the Barton Creek Country Club which I attended with colleagues Christina Harmon and Monica Suhnholz (son John was there too and graciously took our picture with Mark Sprague). The two great speakers were excellent and brought relevance to why Austin is where people want to move! Dr. Nola Wellman Superintendent of the Eanes ISD talked to us about why Eanes schools are on the cutting edge of the trends producing graduates who are ready for the workplace. She talked about the strategies they use to bring about their documented high … (6 comments)
austin tx: May 2012 Austin Texas Events ~ Something For Everyone - 05/01/12 04:47 AM
We are well into spring and the flowers have been blooming since April with all our early warm weather.Mark your calendars it’s almost time for Austin’s annual Pecan Street Festival! Don’t forget Mothers Day...brunch at the Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin...it would be “oh” so special! Les Miserables is live at Bass Concert Hall (we have tickets and can’t wait) and of course, Jimmy Buffett will be at Austin City Limits!There are so many activities lined up...no excuses you can’t say there is nothing to do in Austin!As always local events are brought to you as a courtesy by your NW Austin … (16 comments)
austin tx: Tech Support Monday ~ 4-30-12 - 04/30/12 04:20 AM
Tech Support Monday ~ 4-30-12Another week has flown by and looks like the spring real estate market is on fire and its Monday morning again!While you’re waiting for your first cup of coffee to brew I thought I’d provide some levity to start the week! Touch and Go Customer: I have a huge problem. A friend of mine has placed a screen saver on my computer and I love it!Tech Support: So, how can I help?Customer: Every time I move the mouse it disappears! … (20 comments)
Foodie Fridays in AustinIt’s Friday again and time to think about a fun place to eat out this weekend in Austin. Depending on what you are in the mood for there is something for everyone! How about BBQ this weekend?I’ve got some good choices if you are in the mood for some good old- fashioned Texas BBQ! Franklin Barbecue http://franklinbarbecue.com/Bon Appetit magazine just named them the best BBQ in the country! You heard right, however you better get there early and plan to take it home for an evening gathering. “Say what?”...you heard me..they open at 11am and … (23 comments)
austin tx: Active Rain Meet-up ~ April 17, 2012 ~ Austin, Texas - 04/19/12 10:48 AM
Active Rain Meet-up~April 17 2012~Austin TexasDonna Harris was kind enough to set up an Active Rain Meet-up Tuesday April 17th at the “Hula Hut” an Austin icon! It was hard to get a large turnout with our red hot market moving at its current pace. Us die-hard Active Rainers did make an effort to make it and were all glad we did! There were only five of us but we had a great time and the weather was gorgeous! Would have loved to play hooky for longer but didn’t dare! Donna and I got there on time and enjoyed exchanging … (23 comments)
austin tx: Only in Austin - 03/13/12 03:41 AM
Austin is use to making the national news...#1...#2...all kinds of accolades as Austin has been touted as the city who is successfully leading the pack in creating jobs and being the most affordable place to live. Austin has our share of characters and many like to uphold our slogan (some more closely to the vest than others) "Keep Austin Weird". We are known to embrace our "weirdness" and revel in what makes Austin different from other growing cities. We made the National news again when our Mayor, Lee Leffingwell, proclaimed March 8th, 2012 "Leslie Cochran Day" issuing an official proclamation calling … (30 comments)
austin tx: March 2012 Austin Texas Events ~ Something For Everyone - 03/07/12 06:41 PM
March in Texas is always an exciting month! If you're a rodeo lover, than you need to be front and center for the "Austin" Rodeo at the Travis County Expo Center. Austin City Limits is rocking with Earth, Wind & Fire, Gladys Knight, Experience Hendrix and the Doobie Brothers! Austin has some experienced kite builders so you won't want to miss the "Keep Austin Weird" style that is rampant at the Zilker Park Kite Festival! Even Clifford, The Big Red Dog, is here to enterain you in March. The Bass Concert Hall, Zachary Scott Theatre, Paramount Theatre and Long Center all … (5 comments)
austin tx: YMCA of Austin Spring Break 2012 Camp - 02/21/12 03:03 PM
Spring break 2012 is right around the corner in Austin!It is time to sign-up your camper for safe, fun, and character building adventures during spring break. Registration for YMCA of Austin Spring Break Camp has already started and spaces are going fast. The theme for March 12-16 will be “Out of this World!” Crafts, games, and other activities will be based on the theme, and campers will enjoy a field trip and two trips to the pool during the week.Spring Break Camp is where great things begin for children ages 5-12 and will be held at the Northwest Family YMCA … (4 comments)
austin tx: Looking To Find Something To Do ~ Austin, Texas - 02/12/12 04:21 PM
Looking To Find Something To Do ~ Austin, TexasThere is always something to do in Austin. Alamo Title created a wonderful marketing piece concerning Austin's Best Attractions. But, if one of these doesn't stir you to action check out Austin's attractions at: AustinWebPage.com. P.S. Did you know that Bloomberg Business Week has ranked Austin as one of the best places to live? … (6 comments)
austin tx: Looking to Eat Out Tonight ~ Austin, Texas - 02/10/12 02:21 PM
It's Friday and many will be thinking about going out to dinner to relax or celebrate the ending of another great week in Austin, Texas! We have so many great restaurants in Austin...one to fit every mood. Alamo Title came up with the local editors Top Austin's Best Restaurants. I have to admit the list is excellent (one of our favorites is Eddie V's Edgewater Grille) but, there are many more to choose from so check them out at: Austin's Dining Guide As always, local Austin information brought to you as a courtesy from Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors. I … (11 comments)
austin tx: February 2012 Austin Texas Events ~ Something For Everyone - 02/01/12 07:08 PM
Hey, do you have someone you're thinking about or someone you'd like to get to know better or maybe a friend that you need to make amends with? February is a perfect month to take time (possibly following through on one of your New Years resolutions) and make plans to take in one of the exciting events happening in Austin, TX. There really is something for everyone! As always local events are brought to you as a courtesy by your NW Austin Real Estate Consultant, Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors®. P.S. If you are considering a sale or … (17 comments)
austin tx: Keep Austin Beautiful (KAB) - 11/15/11 06:08 AM
Keep Austin Beautiful (KAB)Start off fall of 2011 and volunteer to "Keep Austin Beautiful"! With the weather finally cooling down the volunteer season heats up. Join hundreds of volunteers in their campaign to make a difference in cleaning up trash and debris around Lady Bird Johnson Lake known as our "Crown Jewel of Austin". With the miles of trails, places to picnic or play with your dog, canoeing and kayaking access there are many places that need your help. You will meet lots of lake enthusiasts. October 8th they had a great turnout! Don't miss the next work week date of December … (20 comments)
austin tx: Austin, TX: Realty Round Up ~ Austin Convention Center ~ October 26, 2011 - 10/27/11 05:13 PM
Austin, TX: Realty Round Up ~ Austin Convention Center ~ October 26, 2011The largest real estate oriented trade show in Central Texas took place at the Austin Convention Center Wed., Oct. 26, 2011. This year's Realty Round Up theme was Flashback to the 80s and Geno and I checked it out! The trade show started at 8:30am with a coffee talk with Dr. Jim Gaines, a research economist with the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University in Bryan, Texas. An official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony took place at 9:45am featuring the Mayor of Austin, Lee Leffingwell and Council Member Mike Martinez. … (8 comments)
austin tx: Longhorn Roofing ~ Austin, Texas ~ Talk About Service - 10/22/11 08:07 AM
Longhorn Roofing ~ Austin, Texas ~ Talk About ServiceMeet "Tom Green" owner of Longhorn Roofing. He brought our office lunch today (thank you, Tom) and talked to us about an invaluable service he has available for our clients and the difference in roof shingles available. He is knowledgeable in the construction of your roof as well as the coverings available. How many times have we been at an inspection and guess what ~ the inspector is saying the roof shingles need to be replaced! Right away the question is how much?? Well, you can pick up the phone and call … (18 comments)
austin tx: Austin, TX ~ Team Livestrong Challenge ~ October 15-16, 2011 - 10/01/11 07:57 AM
Austin, TX ~ Team Livestrong Challenge ~ October 15-16, 2011This is a mega event initiated by Austin's Tour de France cycling champion, Lance Armstrong. Participants can run a 5K through downtown Austin on Saturday October 15, 2011 or cycle 20,45,65 or 90 miles throughout the hill country on Sunday, October 16, 2011. This is an exhilarating event so grab family and friends and plan to get motivated to accept the challenge! Registration for the 5K is $35, $50 for the bike ride (plus minimum fundraising of $250 for the cyclists), all to benefit cancer research and advocacy. Visit their website … (24 comments)
austin tx: Thankful Thursday ~ I Love You More - 09/22/11 07:30 AM
Our Son, John, was married last Friday night (has it been almost a week ?) to a wonderful young lady named Erika. During the ceremony John went first in repeating his vows. After Erika tenderly but firmly said her vows we heard her softly say "I love you more" and smiled sweetly."The greatest thing you'll ever learn is to love and be loved in return."....From "Unforgettable with Love" by Natalie Cole … (34 comments)
austin tx: Motivational Monday ~When You Thought I Wasn't Looking - 09/05/11 07:40 AM
When You Thought I Wasn't Looking A message every adult should read because children are watching you and doing as you do, not as you say. When You Thought I Wasn't Looking I saw you hang my first painting on the refrigerator, and I immediately wanted to paint another one. When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you feed a stray cat, and I learned that it was good to be kind to animals. When you thought I wasn't looking I saw you make my favorite cake for me, and I learned that the little things can be the special things in life. … (42 comments)
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Foodie Fridays in AustinIt’s Friday again and time to make plans to eat out. Austin has so many interesting places to dine. There is something for everyone... new ones pop up and then there are the old time favorites. I’ve got some good choices this week if you’re in the mood for authentic Mexican cuisine in downtown Austin:
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