The Yard Murals comprise extensive street-art installations situated within The Yard, an adaptive…read morereuse warehouse complex located in Austin's St. Elmo / South Austin district. Rather than constituting a single curated exhibition, these murals form an ongoing and rotating collection applied directly to former industrial structures and walls throughout the property. Originally, The Yard functioned as an industrial warehouse and rail-adjacent facility associated with the historic Missouri Pacific rail yard. During the mid‑2010s, the site underwent redevelopment as an 11-acre adaptive reuse project, resulting in the transformation of warehouses into studios, breweries, wineries, fabrication shops, and creative offices. This conversion was largely completed by 2016-2017. In contrast to city-commissioned public art, The Yard's murals emerged organically through encouragement from property owners, who invited artists and tenants to decorate exterior walls. The purpose of these murals was to activate communal areas, direct pedestrian movement, and aesthetically mitigate the industrial character of the site. There is no permanent collection...the murals frequently change and are replaced as artists shift in and out. This dynamic model reflects Austin's overarching street-art ethos, where murals are considered transient, adaptable, and contextually responsive, rather than maintained as static monuments.

I've compiled a list of some things that are imperative for a local celebration:…read more Fried Oreos Boiled Crawfish Parade Beer Roasted Corn Live Music Sunscreen (which I didn't have this weekend) Kid leash Carnival BBQ Cook off Alka-Seltzer An average of 25,000 people head just west of Austin to celebrate all that is Dripping Springs, Texas. My highlights included sampling my first ever Pork Bomb. It pays to know everybody in the cook off sampling everything including salsa, brisket, chicken, chili, and the above mentioned pork log wrapped in bacon and then smothered in Jack Daniels BBQ sauce. See my last entry for my essentials list. Hope to get all my Yelp friends out next April!

We visited the Founder's Day Parade this year for the first time and it was so much fun! The…read morevendors only take cash, so you do have to have cash with you but everyone was so nice and the food stands all had great food. The carnival was a blast as well! We had so much fun riding rides and enjoying the atmosphere. This only happens once a year but it's worth saving the date for each year, without a doubt.

I've been coming to New Braunfels for the better part of 15 years now as my boyfriend is from the…read morearea with family still residing here. When we lived in Pittsburgh and would visit Austin twice a year we'd always come to New Braunfels for our favorite places like the town square, Krause's, Naeglin's, antique shops, etc. Never realized there was a check-in for it until today. Anyway, this quaint German town founded in 1845 is still chock full of history. They've modernized the town to incorporate the old with the new and it works. So many great shops and restaurants, not to mention Gruene Hall and more. Tubing down the Comal or Guadalupe river is a blast in the summertime. Incredible architecture dating back to the incorporation of the town. Another great thing about NB is the annual German festival, Wurstfest. One of my favorite things to attend! Lots of fun outdoor activities, great parks and great people!

New Braunfels is the quintessential small Texas town exploding with charm and German heritage. It…read moreis located near San Antonio, TX. The city is also known for Schlitterbahn Waterpark & Resort, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Texas. If you were a high school senior in a nearby city or town, you likely had your senior trip at Schlitterbahn (I went numerous times as kid.) This large waterpark sits along the Comal River and features water slides, tube rides, pools, and resort accommodations. Another water attraction in New Braunfels is water activities along the Guadalupe River - tubing, rafting, kayaking, and fishing. I have fond memories tubbing down the Guadulupe River with high school friends...literally for hours...so much fun! Those were the days. One of the most important parts of New Braunfels is its strong German heritage. The city was founded in 1845 by Prince Carl of Solms‑Braunfels. New Braunfels celebrates its roots through architecture, food, music, and festivals. One of the City's major social activities is Wurstfest, a 10‑day celebration of German culture, bringing together music, food, and tradition. German influence can also be seen in the historic Gruene district, where preserved buildings, local shops, and Gruene Hall...the oldest operating dance hall in Texas. New Braunfels is welcomed getaway that is authentic, fun and enjoyable.

This is a great little getaway in the hill country. The cabins are blessed with a distinct lack of…read morepseudo-victoriana, novelty items, and clutter. Instead they are comfy, funky, and have awesome views. The warm baked goods in the morning are awesome, as is the fresh milk and juice. As we were staying in fall, the lovely pool was ice-cold. But the views around the property are awesome, and we had a great many pretty birds flitting around our bedroom window. Easy access to Johnson City, Wimberly, and other Hill Country destinations, plus reasonable prices makes this place a sure bet for future weekends.

I am still a bit skeptical that my friend's SUV just happened to die just down the street from a…read morefarm that has dog friendly cabins that my "friend" just happens to know the owners of?? But, I fully enjoyed my unexpected stay here so I am letting it slide. We stayed in the Casa Verde Cabin that included a fenced in yard for my dogs = sweet! For the humans it was even better: beautiful hand painted sinks and mirrors, luxury linens, super comfy mattress, awesome indoor/outdoor shower, breakfast treats delivered at our door before 9AM! Our cabin had a nice sitting area with Direct TV and a small kitchenette w/ a refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker and a beautiful patio to enjoy a warm cup of coffee on. I left with a bottle of Paws Pup Wash an all natural Flea, Tick and Mosquito repellent wash with 100% of the profits going straight to PAWS shelter and the Humane Society! This is my kind of place!! They also have a BEAUTIFUL POOL and offer Cooking and Yoga classes that I would LURVE to return for! If your vehicle happens to break down in Dripping Springs on a Saturday night - I highly recommend this place to wait out your needed vehicle parts!

Love this area of town! Police are prepared to respond instantly to shoplifting and wrecks. Don't…read morespeed! Home Watching is also very popular!

We've been here since 1987. We've raised our kids here and will most likely live out our lives…read morehere. Why? Sunset Valley is a little town with that small town feel even though we're surrounded by Austin. We know our neighbors and feel apart of the community. Life is good...

As a native Texan I've been in Kyle more times than I can remember. I've had childhood and college…read morefriends living there. Still go there to visit friends. It's the epitome of an old Texan town expanded into a large shopping and housing community. Kyle Park is downtown and looks pretty when lit up for holidays. Been to farmers and craft markets there too.

Kyle, Texas, is another fast-growing city in Central Texas. My husband and I explored Kyle and…read morequickly fell in love with this small-town community. It is also located along the Austin and San Antonio, TX corridor. Many individuals live in Kyle and smaller towns near Austin and Antonio due to the low cost of living. Many folks commute back and forth to Kyle because it is more economically to live in Kyle. Also, Kyle is known to be family-friendly with scenic parks. For example, Lake Kyle Park is one of the highlights of the city for those who enjoy the great outdoors like us. In addition, their other parks include Plum Creek and La Verde parks are family friendly and enjoyable to visit. The Pie in the Sky festival is one of the festivals Kyle is known for. Kyle is a favorite of the locals as well as visitors like.

Wine and Swine. Where have you been all of my life? I'm calling it -- best food and wine festival…read moreI've been to all year. Gorgeous weather, fabulous food, a great crowd from all over and the perfect backdrop makes for a perfect sunday funday. Food: I dove in. Starting with what was one of my favorites, Swifts Attics deconstructed taco. It was spicy and savory and delicious. Then I proceeded to piggy my way through cubanos and ribs and pulled pork and pork belly and chili cheese ramen (you read that right!) and deviled ham sammies and smores and so much more. Thank god I wore a stretchy dress. Drinks: Every kind of wine -- Texas and beyond -- graced my lips this day. Usually more than once. The folks serving bubbles, crisp whites, therich reds, sake, cider, craft beer (hops n grain, jester king, etc) were generous and informed. Honest Tea helped me out mid rampage when I needed something more than a sample of wine to wash down the goodness. Setting: Ceres Park. I've been here once but I didn't know how perfect it could be. It's just beautiful with a huge barn like structure set up to host the hundreds of folks. Dangling lights, strings of pretty paper ruffling in the breeze and the band. Oh the band! Not to loud, perfect for dancing, funny and fun. The Austin Food and Wine Alliance put on one hell of an event. Well worth your price and get them early next year y'all. And bring a DD so you can get realllllll friendly with the wineries.

Do yourself a favor, pay the big bucks and get the most incredible experience of your life. Just…read moredon't get white girl wasted like I.....I mean my friend did. Amazing chefs, bartenders, wineologists? Band, and just ppl in general. If I'm taking time to write this when I could be watching Hulu, you know it's good.

Let's face it - we live in a part of the world where water (or lack of it) is a very big deal…read more This is where Comal County Brush Recycling Center comes to our rescue. They are open 6 days a week to take all of your brush off your hands. Then they send all of it through their grinder. If they did a double grind instead of single, they would be worthy of a 5 star This is how it works, and it's really simple. Drive in through the gate and follow the signs to "Mulch". Back your trailer up to the designated area and wait for the front end loader to come. He usually shows up in less than 5 minutes and loads your trailer in a few minutes. Then move to the tie-down area and cover your load. So why not 5 stars. 1. No double grind leaves some large chunks. 2. Even with hundreds of yards of mulch, they sometimes run out. 3. They close at lunch on Saturday, which can make it tough on those of us that have to work during the week.