This Thursday, April 26 is a night of many delicious events, and one top pick is the 14th Annual Umlauf Garden Party. Set in the picturesque sculpture garden created by Charles Umlauf, the Garden Party has long been known one of the best events of the spring social season. Each year this exceptional event offers attendees the opportunity to enjoy snacks and sips from some of Austin’s best chefs and artisan purveyors. With favorites such as Swift’s Attic, TRACE, and Paggi House represented, this year is certainly no exception. If you are able to take a breather from tasting . . . → Read More: Happenings: Umlauf Garden Party on Thursday, April 26
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Close out the weekend at Alamo Drafthouse tonight with the debut of The Apple Pushers, the first film released as part of Whole Foods’ Do Something Reel Film Festival. The Apple Pushers is the story of five immigrant street cart vendors taking part in the NYC Green Cart Initiative who deliver fresh produce to parts of New York where access to healthy, fresh fruits and vegetables is something of a rarity. To celebrate the film’s debut Alamo Drafthouse and Whole Foods have teamed up to host a special evening complete with A-list panel discussion and dinner benefiting the Sustainable . . . → Read More: Foodie Films: Whole Foods + Alamo Drafthouse  Earth Day 2012 Celebrate EARTH DAY’s Eve Saturday, April 21 by supporting the ‘Give 5% to Mother Earth’ campaign! Surrounded by the amazing Texas Hill Country and Zilker Park, Barton Springs, Lady Bird Lake, and of course, the lovely Greenbelt in our very own backyard, Austin has ample reasons to celebrate Earth Day every day. In honor of Earth’s special day, over 100 local businesses are banning together to raise funds for six non-profit organizations dedicated to keeping Central Texas beautiful and vibrant for years to come. During the 3rd annual ‘Give 5% to Mother Earth’ campaign, participating businesses will generously donate a portion of proceeds generated on Saturday, April 21. This is a seriously easy, wonderful way to support local businesses while supporting some truly wonderful organizations. The outstanding organizations benefiting from ‘Give 5% to Mother Earth’include: Friends of Barton Springs Pool With so many businesses supporting the cause this year, there is no reason not to join in on the fun! Check out the campaign website to get a list of places participating here. Just in case you need any ideas for how to get in on the action, check out a few recommendations on how to hit up a few participating places while enjoying your Saturday after the jump! Continue reading Happenings: 2012 Earth Day in Austin The Downtown Austin Alliance, the group devoted to enhancing the business, cultural, and residential environment of Downtown, is hosting a special CASH MOB event this Thursday, April 5 at Congress Avenue Card & Gift Shop. The latest sudden group meet-up trend, CASH MOB, helps inject a little economic boost into a local business by engaging customers to shop at a designated time (think Flash Mob with a purpose). Each customer is encouraged to spend at least $20. If you haven’t stumbled into Congress Avenue Card & Gift Shop, now’s your chance to pick up a gift, send a postcard . . . → Read More: Downtown Austin Alliance Presents: CASH MOB this Thursday 4/5 One of the best SXSW traditions is the annual lineup of morning shows presented by KUT. Is there really any better way to start off the morning with the best music SXSW has to offer, served alongside breakfast tacos and coffee? Beginning next Wednesday, March 14 through Saturday, March 17 KUT is taking over the Lobby at the Four Seasons Hotel for four mornings of nonstop music. Per usual, there is no badge or RSVP needed to attend; a $10 donation to Austin’s Seton Shivers Cancer Foundation at Breckinridge Hospital. As an added bonus, the Four Seasons Spa will . . . → Read More: KUT Morning Shows + SXSW Song of the Day By now you have most likely heard about the terribly tragic murder of Esme Barrera and the related attacks. Shock and outrage over her passing is at the forefront conversation this week, especially in light of so many unanswered questions about the events surrounding her attack. As our community reels from her tragic passing, one thing is clear; Esme’s young life touched everyone who knew her and now through their reflections on her life, Austinites who didn’t get the chance. To read more about Esme from those who knew her, go here and here. An avid music lover, Esme . . . → Read More: Charitable Happenings: Benefits Planned for Esme Barrera Don’t forget about Edible Austin’s EAT DRINK LOCAL WEEK kicking off December 3rd. See you at the 24-carrot salute! Details below: The 5th Annual Edible Austin Eat Drink Local Week is right around the corner! Beginning Saturday, December 3 through Saturday, December 10, Edible Austin, along with over 40 of Austin’s best restaurants, will host a series of events raising funds for the Sustainable Food Center and Urban Roots. There are plenty of ways to participate in this year’s week long celebration of locally sourced fun and with a fundraising goal of $80,000, this year’s lineup of events packs quite . . . → Read More: REMINDER: Charitable Happenings: Edible Austin EAT DRINK LOCAL WEEK A host of local Austin businesses are teaming up to help make the holidays a bit brighter for those in Bastrop affected by the wildfires earlier this year. The annual Pink Santa Toy Drive collects toys to be delivered to underprivileged families during the holidays. However, not only did this summer’s Central Texas Wildfires destroy over 1,600 homes, but The Pink Santa also lost its entire inventory of toys, which means donations are needed now more than ever. Event organizer Sullivan’s Steakhouse and partnering businesses are committed to bringing in much needed donations during this year’s toy drive. Once . . . → Read More: Charitable Happenings: The Pink Santa Toy Drive |  | ||
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