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Featured Events
tuesday, june 23, 2008
LT Cycling "Tuesday Niter"
Lake Travis Cycling's "Tuesday Niter". Meet in the 1st National Bank parking lot on 620 near the Lakeway entrance. We'll be riding the Bee Cave Blitz, a 23 mile moderate ride at any speed you like. Ride rolls out at 5:45 pm. We have 15+ riders.
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wednesday, june 24, 2009
Guantamino: Just the Facts
Steve Williams - Retired Senior Foreign Service Officer. Lakeway Men's Breakfast Club meets at the Lakeway Activity Center. Breakfast at 7 am, speaker at 8 am.
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saturday, june 28, 2009
Keep Austin Weird Festival
Help kep Austin weird by participating in ths 5th Annual Festival event. 5K run, costume contest, live music, booths and bazaar, farmers market and AT&T Downtown Roadbike Criterium. See the top World Class Bicycle Crit racers the sport has to offer. Racers from all of the US, Mexico, Cuba, New Zealand, and Europe will battle wheel to wheel around the 1K course.
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tuesday, june 30, 2008
LT Cycling "Tuesday Niter"
Lake Travis Cycling's "Tuesday Niter". Meet in the 1st National Bank parking lot on 620 near the Lakeway entrance. We'll be riding the Bee Cave Blitz, a 23 mile moderate ride at any speed you like. Ride rolls out at 5:45 pm. We have 15+ riders.
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wednesday, july 1, 2009
"From Oz to Oprah: The Remarkable Journey of an Austin Biomarker Company"
Dr George Rodgers MD: Bio Physical Corporation. Lakeway Men's Breakfast Club meets at the Lakeway Activity Center. Breakfast at 7 am, speaker at 8 am.
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saturday, july 4, 2009
33rd Annual Lakeway July 4th Celebration
We begin each year with the 8:30 AM Parade down Lakeway Drive. The Pageant at the Lakeway Activity Center. The Grand Marshal Speech follows starting at 10:30 am. This year, food, live entertainment, and fireworks will end the day at the Lakeway City Park beginning at 6:00 pm and ending at 10:00 pm. Interested in participating in this year's parade? Download the Parade Entry Form.
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saturday, july 4, 2009
Lago Vista Firecracker 5K and Fun Run
This Fourth of July, why run in the city when you can run in beautiful, senic Lago Vista on the north shore of Lake Travis! The 5K course isn't your typical race: it features gorgeous views of the lake and terrain. There are slight hills, as well as downhill portions. Come experience the running community of Lago Vista, an overlooked, but excellent training ground. After the race, feel free to stay at the lake and enjoy Lago's Fourth of July festivities, held on the shores of Lake Travis. Apart from the run, there is also a Community-wide parade, food, arts and crafts, family games and activities, live music, classic cars and more! At dark, there will be a firework show on the lake!
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wednesday, july 8, 2009
"Environmental Engineering Adult and Embryonic Stem Cells for Regenerative Medicine"
Julie Rice O'Connell, Senior Research Scientist, PhD: Zimmer Biologics. Lakeway Men's Breakfast Club meets at the Lakeway Activity Center. Breakfast at 7 am, speaker at 8 am.
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saturday, july 11, 2009
Lakeway Movies in the Park
"Madagascar 2". Come out to City Park the second Saturday of the month this summer to enjoy Movies in the Park. Each movie will begin at dusk, typically between 8:30 and 9:15 p.m., and will be projected onto a big screen for your enjoyment. If you are bringing chairs so sit in, please be courteous to our "picnic style" viewers and place your seats towards the back or on the sides of the screen.
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wednesday, july 15, 2009
"Lake Travis Specialty Hospital: Scope of Services for the Community"
Robert Berry - CEO: Lake Travis Specialty Hospital. Lakeway Men's Breakfast Club meets at the Lakeway Activity Center. Breakfast at 7 am, speaker at 8 am.
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wednesday, july 22, 2009
"What Can the World's Most Powerful Supercomputer Do For Me?"
Melyssa Fratkin - Texas Advanced Computing Center, The University of Texas at Austin. Lakeway Men's Breakfast Club meets at the Lakeway Activity Center. Breakfast at 7 am, speaker at 8 am.
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wednesday, july 29, 2009
"Texas River Systems: History and Current Initiatives"
Andrew Sansom - Executive Director: Texas Rivers Institute. Lakeway Men's Breakfast Club meets at the Lakeway Activity Center. Breakfast at 7 am, speaker at 8 am.
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saturday, august 8, 2009
Lakeway Movies in the Park
"Journey to the Center of the Earth". Come out to City Park the second Saturday of the month this summer to enjoy Movies in the Park. Each movie will begin at dusk, typically between 8:30 and 9:15 p.m., and will be projected onto a big screen for your enjoyment. If you are bringing chairs so sit in, please be courteous to our "picnic style" viewers and place your seats towards the back or on the sides of the screen.
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august 30-31, 2009
Batfest
Arts, Crafts, Music, Food, Bat Watching, Children’s Activities, and Educational Displays. All professional Artists and Craftspeople are invited to participate in Batfest... Approximately 150 Booths will be set up in the Festival Area located on the Congress Avenue Bridge in downtown Austin. This is an outdoor show.
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september 12 2009
City Wide Garage Sale
This community favorite is a fun way to spend the morning. Both sellers and shoppers agree that the best items are here at our big garage sales! There is something for everyone and all who attend enjoy the day (rain or shine). A booth with one table and a chair is $25 to rent.
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september 20-21, 2009
Hill Country Dayz
The 3rd Annual Festival celebrating everything unique about the Hill Country. Arts & Craft Fair, live country, blues and jazz music, kid's carnival, great cusine from Cajun to Mexican, wine tasting. Admission fee. Sponsored by the Lago Vista Chamber of Commerce and the Lion's Club.
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september 20-21, 2009
Pecan Street Fall Arts Festival
Arts and crafts from some 250 artisans. Great food and drink with live music on five stages by local Austin entertainers.
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september 26-28, 2009
Austin City Limits Music Festival
The 5th Annual Austin City Limits Music Festival will showcase the music of Austin as well as other regional and national acts on 6 stages for three days in Zilker Park.
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october 10-12, 2009
22nd Annual Gruene Music & Wine Fest
A fantastic weekend of wine tasting and music.
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october 25-26, 2009
16th Annual Texas Clay Festival
The 16th annual Texas Clay Festival will be held in the Gruene Historical District of
New Braunfels on October 25 & 26 2008. Featuring the work of over 60 Texas
potters and clay artists, the festival offers the opportunity to view and purchase a wide variety of pottery, from traditional to sculptural by the top clay artist in the state. Take this unique opportunity to watch and learn as demonstrations are held in four tents throughout both days. From forming on the potters wheel to hand-building to raku firing, there is something for everyone.
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saturday, november 1, 2009
Tour de Gruene Bicycle Classic
Oompah bands, lederhosen, and abundant Bavarian food and drink. The history, charm, and ambiance of the little town of Gruene, a beautiful bicycle ride along the banks of the sparkling Guadalupe River, antique and classic bicycles, and Gruene Hall - where Texas style boot-scootin’ has polished its wood floors for more than a hundred years. Yep, we’re brewin’ up quite a ride for our 25th Anniversary. Come on down for a great time and lots of GEMUTLICHEIT - good fellowship in the German manner. Fun rides of 15, 30 and 40 miles along the beautiful Guadalupe River. Sunday is individual and team time trials.
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sunday, november 2, 2009
4th Annual Sweatin' Burnt Orange Bike Tour
In its fourth year, the Sweatin’ Burnt Orange Bike Tour has established itself as the primary fund raising event for University of Texas Cycling. As both a student organization and competitive sports team, the club seeks to promote the sport of cycling on campus and facilitate rider development. Our team competes at the division I regional and national levels, the highest levels achievable for collegiate cyclists, and provides an introduction to bike racing for many students. Our club also stays involved in the community through bike safety clinics and charity events. The Sweatin’ Burnt Orange Bike Tour will again include routes from 10 to 80 miles weaving through the Texas Hill Country. The 80 mile route includes a stop in the famous Luckenbach Texas and all routes feature challenging hills and beautiful vistas. It’s an incredible Texas riding experience that’ll leave you Sweatin’ Burnt Orange!
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thursday, november 27, 2009
18th Annual ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot
A chip timed 5 mile run for the most competitive runner and a family friendly event for all ages. The kids will enjoy a giant tent full of games, arts and crafts run by Stepping Stone School that will occupy them as their parents run, or they can also participate in the Stepping Stone School Kids' K. For the less fleet of foot, a one mile walk is also offered. Great post-race snacks and water will be provided, as well as live music.
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sunday, january 25, 2010
3M Half Marathon & Relay
Run a personal record on one of the fastest courses in sunny Texas this winter.For 15 years running‚ athletes have enjoyed this fast‚ downhill race in Austin‚ Texas. A perennial favorite with Austin runners‚ the 3M Half Marathon & Relay is the capital city’s third largest distance road racing event. Run the half-marathon as an individual or two-person relay team. Children 10 and under can participate in the Kids’ Fun Run.
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january 31, 2010
32nd Annual Carnaval Brasileiro
Live samba music, conga lines, costumes and wild abandon fill Palmer Events Center at one of the biggest Carnaval celebrations outside of Brazil.
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sunday, february 15, 2010
AT&T Austin Marathon
The 16th largest marathon in the United States and in 2007 saw its participation grow 10% over the previous year’s registration. In addition, its Olympic Development Program assisted 25 US athletes to qualify for the 2008 Olympic Trials, more than any other event since the 2004 Chicago and New York City Marathons.
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sunday, march 1, 2010
Zilker Park Kite Festival
Gigantic kites, homemade kites, crazy kites. Hundreds of them in the air (and a few in the trees). Bring your own, or just hang out and watch the 80th Kite Festival. free. read more
saturday, march 7, 2010
LTEF Crystal Ball
LTEF's annual Crystal Ball gala, featuring dining, dancing, and live and silent auctions, will be held at the Renaissance Austin Hotel at the Arboretum. The evening promises delicious food and incredible entertainment. The Crystal Ball is for adults, age 21 and over. The attire is "cocktail" or "evening," black ties are totally optional, and the spirit is lively and fun. read more
march 12-21, 2010
SXSW
Austin's eclectic melting pot boils during the South by Southwest entertainment industry summit. Record-company executives, producers, dot-commers...and other movers and shakers decend on the city looking to discover the next hot musical act or independent filmmaker.
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march 25-28, 2009
Rodeo Austin
This nonprofit rodeo provides scholarships to Texas students. Bull riding, rodeo clowns and mutton bustin'.
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saturday, march 28, 2009
11th Annual Junior Dillo Kid's Run
The Junior 'Dillo Kids Run is a certified 1-mile course for kids aged 15 & under. The course is a loop on Auditorium Shores and Riverside Dr. All participants receive a commemorative award & the top three in each age group receive custom medals. Ten age divisions in both male & female categories: 6 & under; single year age groups: 7 years-15 years. In order to be eligible for the age group awards, the child must compete in the 1-Mile Run and wear a timing tag. All participants should pick up their race packet at the Crockett Center, 10601 N. Lamar Blvd. on Friday, March 27 from 10AM-8PM. Parents are welcome to run with their children at no charge!
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march 27-28, 2010
Zilker Garden Festival
Plants, music, food, vendors and clinics all to help you get ready for spring.
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sunday, march 28, 2010
Statesman Capitol 10K
Celebrating its 30th anniversary in Austin, TX. The CAP10 attracts the silly and the serious, and has become an annual tradition for the whole family in Austin. Our goal this year is to break the participant record set in 1987 at 28,341. We're aiming high: 30,000 participants for the 30th anniversary! Get your feet on the street and be part of this amazing event! You can run or walk it. Sign up today and bring a friend or two.
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april 16-18, 2010
Texas Hill Country Wine and Food Festival
One hundred of Texas' best restaurants, 60 wineries and hundreds of fans enjoy this Texas tradition
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sunday, april 18, 2010
Old Settler's Music Festival
Four days of camping and music out by the Salt Lick. Multiple stages of bluegrass, roots and Americana.
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saturday, april 24, 2010
Eeyore's 46th Birthday Party
Originally a simple hippie love-in, the event has grown to include many family activities. Games, contests, entertainment and face painting round out the eclectic nature of this fantastic weekend of fun. Pull out your tie-died shirts and bell-bottoms, this event is fun for the whole family. Do not forget to bring your drums. The drum circle starts at the beginning of the party and lasts throughout the entire day, with dancing encouraged. Admission is free.
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sunday, may 2, 2010
Schlotzsky's Bun Run
Austin's longest-running 5K race .
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sunday, may 2, 2010
Cap 2K Swim
Swim in Town Lake. This charity event stretches from Red Bud Isle to the Texas Rowing Center.
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saturday, may 8th, 2010
Chuy's 26th Annual Hot to Trot 5K & Kid's 5K
The race benefits Special Olympics Texas. Registration for the Timed/Competitive, Fun Run/Walk, Wheelchair Timed or Kid K is available on the link provided. You will be able to pick an entry form up at any Chuy's location including Shady Grove & Hula Hut beginning in early April. Registration forms will also be available at area RunTex locations. One t-shirt is included with the price of registration and sizes may be chosen at Packet Pick-Up and Registration, which will be held at the race site week before and day of the race.
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saturday, may 15, 2010
Lake Travis Cycling's "San Marcos 100"
This ride starts at Java Dive on RR 620 at 8:00 AM. 105 mile ride to San Marcos and back at pedestrian pace. This is a no drop ride and will include 4 stops along the route w/ lunch in San Marcos. Check the LTC site for weather updates. Come join us for the 1st of a new annual event.
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saturday, may 22, 2010
Congress Avenue Mile
Be part of an Austin tradition, The Mercedes-Benz of Austin Congress Avenue Mile. This course is certified (TX95088ETM) and fast; starting at the Texas State Capital Building in downtown Austin on Congress Avenue, finishing on the Congress Avenue Bridge over Town Lake. It is your opportunity to set a new mile time PR, run for fun, or just come out and enjoy this events positively charged atmosphere. The event will be Chip Timed by Run-Far Timing Services.
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saturday, may 22, 2010
Capital of Texas Triathlon
Austin Texas premier triathlon event. Monday, May 25th, 2009. The Capital of Texas triathlon has become an exciting event that happens downtown in the Capital of Austin, Texas. Attracting first timers, relay-ers, age groupers, and Professional triathletes from around the globe. One of the most exciting and spectator friendly races in the country. Race, watch, volunteer, or sponsor today.
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may 20 thru june 6, 2010
Kerrville Folk Festival
Join 30,000 music fans as the music continues for 18 days with performances by more than 100 singer songwriters and their bands. Interspersed between weekends are workshops in songwriting and booking and management for touring artists performance and recording. The annual Kerrville New Folk songwriting competition is held on the first weekend and draws 32 of the best of America's emerging songwriters. Award winners are recognized at a special concert on the second weekend.
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may 28-29 2010
Texas Greek Festival
Hosted in the beautiful Laguna Gloria villa at the Art Museum of Austin, enjoy live Greek music, dancing, food and children's activities. Not to mention lots of wine and plate breaking.
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