All About Austin

[Arwen]

So here is where we can all gather and share. Are you in Austin? Near Austin? Want to move to Austin? :) Want to visit Austin?

Jump on in!

[cara]

I've never been to Austin! What's it like?

*hugs*

cara

[Arwen]

Hey Cara! It's a great town. There's literally ALWAYS something to do (not that I do that much.) The BF crowd here is really tight. There are parties and game nights etc. We go out for dinner every now and again.

Climate is ...well...Texan. Blistering hot in the summer but gorgeous fall and spring. Winter can get chilly but never down in the really nasty cold.

And it's situated in a great spot. 1.5 hours to San Antonio. 3 hours to Dallas. 7 hours to New Orleans. You can get to the beach at Galveston in a few hours as well.

Museums, great food, parks, people and of course the music. If you are a music fan, Austin really is the live music capital of the world. :)

[PinkieLee]

Well, I must admit, I've been to Austin more times than I can count, I hella heart Austin and am so glad that it's only 3 1/2 from Houston!

Austin ~ great food, fabulous people, and always a rockin' time... and the cheap drink specials on 6th Street don't hurt at all :D

We must not ever forget BEVO and the University of Texas ~ where burnt orange runs through veins!

Not to mention, Austin is 30 minutes away from San Marcos.... which has the BEST outlet mall I've ever been too!

**my personal service announcement for Austin, and I don't even live there**

[cara]

wow! sounds great. i would not do well with the heat, but it sounds like a really cool place with a fab b-f community. :)

[Diva]

Hello from this Austin, Texas native....I got to The Planet as soon as I could! ;)


~Diva

[Arwen]

Well, I must admit, I've been to Austin more times than I can count, I hella heart Austin and am so glad that it's only 3 1/2 from Houston!

Austin ~ great food, fabulous people, and always a rockin' time... and the cheap drink specials on 6th Street don't hurt at all :D

We must not ever forget BEVO and the University of Texas ~ where burnt orange runs through veins!

Not to mention, Austin is 30 minutes away from San Marcos.... which has the BEST outlet mall I've ever been too!

**my personal service announcement for Austin, and I don't even live there**

Girl, I would so love to hit the outlet malls with you! I need a shopping guru and I LOVE your sense of style!

[Arwen]

Austin SUCKS (http://www.forbes.com/2009/11/02/toxic-cities-pollution-lifestyle-real-estate-toxic-cities_chart.html)? Really surprised to see Austin in the top FIVE toxic cities.

[Puplove]

I wasn't born on the BF Planet, but I got here as fast as I could.

[Arwen]

Okay, we need to get a certain other few Austin folk over here. :)

[Mel C.]

Austin is a fabulous place with FABULOUS people! I haven't seen much of the city, but the Butch-Femme community there includes some of my favorite peeps on the planet (butchfemme and Earth) :D

[shariberry]

Some of my favorite people live in and have visited Austin. :)

Live music, BBQ, the Hill Country, Tex-Mex...I don't think I'll ever leave!

[Mel C.]

... the Hill Country...

That probably isn't supposed to make me think about my favorite femmes and their.....umm....glorious peaks, but it does :o

[shariberry]

That probably isn't supposed to make me think about my favorite femmes and their.....umm....glorious peaks, but it does :o

I think of beautiful country-side, you think of cleavage.
All is right with the world ;)

[Arwen]

A list of things I want to do in Austin :

1. See the bats.
2. Go to the LBJ Memorial Library
3. Go to the Oltorff (?) Statue Garden
4. Go to the Botanical Gardens
5. Listen to a live music show anywhere
6. Walk down 6th street and just absorb
7. Go antiquing in the Hill country
8. Go to Marble Falls


And that's just a start!

[Mitmo01]

i wanna go visit austin and eat and drink my way through it : ) wonder if my baby would be up for an eating,drinking and socializing tour sometime soon : )

[blush]

Not to mention, Austin is 30 minutes away from San Marcos.... which has the BEST outlet mall I've ever been too!



There's a new-ish outlet mall right here in Round Rock(kinda close to the Ikea). It's not as big as the San Marcos one, but the shops are good.

[blush]

One of my favorite things in Austin...

moonlight towers (http://www.dailytexanonline.com/2.8461/moonlight-towers-guide-austin-through-110-years-of-history-1.975370)

[shariberry]

I have wanted to do this for years now:

http://www.austinsteamtrain.org/

[Arwen]

For those of us who love to cook and love the Farmers' Market.


The Austin Farmers' Market Cookbook Needs YOUR Recipes & Stories - Be a Part of Local Food Lore!


Foodies, Farmers, Food Artisans & Chefs:
Austin Farmers' Market is producing a cookbook! We invite YOU to be an integral part of the project by contributing a recipe - or two - featuring local, seasonal ingredients from Austin Farmers' Market. Choose a recipe with a story - we want to know why you love it.

In the next 3 to 5 years, Sustainable Food Center will be undertaking a capital campaign to build a permanent site housing its programs. The Austin Farmers' Market Cookbook will raise funds to finally give SFC its very own home.

Visit austinfarmersmarketcookbook.com, where you can:

* Submit a recipe.
* Learn more about the mission of the book and plans for publishing.
* Fill out the online Help Form to let us know how you'd like to help with The Austin Farmers' Market Cookbook.

Contact us with questions, comments, or enthusiasm at afmcookbook@gmail.com. Now get cooking!
About Sustainable Food Center
With roots dating back more than 30 years, SFC is involved in every step of the local food system from seed to table. Our mission is to cultivate a healthy community by strengthening the local food system and improving access to nutritious, affordable food.

Contact Information
Susan Leibrock
Community Relations Director
Sustainable Food Center
512-236-0074 ext. 111

[WolfyOne]

I just read this and wanted to share it with all ya'll in case you didn't know yet.

Texas unveils new vanity plates to raise money for state — http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/23/texas-unveils-new-vanity-plates-to-raise-money-for-state/?icid=main|htmlws-main-n|dl4|link5|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2F2009%2 F11%2F23%2Ftexas-unveils-new-vanity-plates-to-raise-money-for-state%2F

[Rufusboi]

We've been to Austin a few times. Went to Pride there last year (surprised it was a small Pride) but liked the downtown area. Saw the bats! That was a sight. Won't be moving there because we love to the ocean too much to leave here but will be visiting Austin again in the near future. My gf eyeballed that Mall you were talking about. So far I've managed to stay on the Freeway and keep driving past it. :)

[jey_z76]

Hey everyone. I was born and raised in Austin and I love it.... probably too much! I have lived in Iowa and Georgia, both for only 6 months each. I got home sick and came back. The thing I love about Austin is the diverse population we have here. The museums, the artists, the music, the attractions that come here, kayaking, the lakes, everything! The surrounding areas have quite a bit of things to do as well.

[Diva]

Hey everyone. I was born and raised in Austin and I love it.... probably too much! I have lived in Iowa and Georgia, both for only 6 months each. I got home sick and came back. The thing I love about Austin is the diverse population we have here. The museums, the artists, the music, the attractions that come here, kayaking, the lakes, everything! The surrounding areas have quite a bit of things to do as well.



Welcome home, Jey Z.....we have a great BFP group here with many get~togethers, so stay tuned.....

[jey_z76]

I would like to see what everyone is up to in Austin. I have been out of the loop for some time!

[Ms. Tabitha]

Okay, we need to get a certain other few Austin folk over here. :)


I'm here!!!

[durrrrrrrr]

Howdy Austin people

I am looking into transferring to Austin and was wondering how they employment was there? Is it hard to find a job there?

would appreciate the information

[lipstixgal]

Good question Durrrr how is the employment there in Austin??

[Gemme]

There are plenty of jobs listed, but it depends on your field(s). Try looking at craigslist.org for the available jobs in your expertise. :)

[Canela]

Howdy Austin people

I am looking into transferring to Austin and was wondering how they employment was there? Is it hard to find a job there?

would appreciate the information

We are thinking of relocating to Austin next summer and Durrrrrrrr wants to get a leg up on the job market...honey you think of everything in advance...you are so good for me!

[durrrrrrrr]

We are thinking of relocating to Austin next summer and Durrrrrrrr wants to get a leg up on the job market...honey you think of everything in advance...you are so good for me!
i stand corrected my love.

WE are going to relocate to Austin next summer

[Canela]

i stand corrected my love.

WE are going to relocate to Austin next summer

<<<*Nods* Yes indeed...get ready, Gemme...lol...we're going out for mocha lattes and shopping!

[durrrrrrrr]

<<<*Nods* Yes indeed...get ready, Gemme...lol...we're going out for mocha lattes and shopping!
:|:|:|:|:|:|:|:|:|:|

uh, Organic, watcha going to be doing..lol

[Gemme]

:|:|:|:|:|:|:|:|:|:|

uh, Organic, watcha going to be doing..lol

:giggle:

No worries! The Austin crowd takes care of its own and none of us will let you sit at home while Shug and I go exploring. :)

[durrrrrrrr]

:giggle:

No worries! The Austin crowd takes care of its own and none of us will let you sit at home while Shug and I go exploring. :)another reason why I am looking forward to Austin. Y'all take care of your own.

thanks

[Sweet_Amor_Taino]

[COLOR="Navy"]I grew up in New York City ,attend college in Boston and lived there many years. I live in Rhode Island and I lived in Santa Cruz California But I love Austin. Its a funky fun warm city. Lots to do and the Queer community is large and we do lots of fun activities. I am home.:bbq::fastdraq::drunk::danceparty: COLOR]

[ButchKnight]

Hello Austin,

I'm in Houston to pick up Sunny's car, mementos & her ashes. I plan to be in Austin Saturday and want to have some fun with my BF family
come one come all
BK

[Gemme]

Hello Austin,

I'm in Houston to pick up Sunny's car, mementos & her ashes. I plan to be in Austin Saturday and want to have some fun with my BF family
come one come all
BK

I wish we could, BK. Both Ebon and I work on Saturday. But I know those who can will be there to visit with you. :)

[Bleu]

Hey ya'll in Austin,
Homebase is in NM...but will be spending an extended period of time in Austin.
Hope to meet some of you fabulous folks in person.
-Bleu

[durrrrrrrr]

Hey ya'll in Austin,
Homebase is in NM...but will be spending an extended period of time in Austin.
Hope to meet some of you fabulous folks in person.
-Bleu

hey Bleu

when ya gonna be in Austin?

and you might want to check out this thread:

http://www.butchfemmeplanet.com/forum/showthread.php?p=615939#post615939

it usually the one the Austin folks hang out in.

[Bleu]

hey Bleu

when ya gonna be in Austin?

and you might want to check out this thread:

http://www.butchfemmeplanet.com/forum/showthread.php?p=615939#post615939

it usually the one the Austin folks hang out in.


Hi durrrrrrrr,
Thanks for the reply. Should be in Austin sometime within the next few weeks. Thanks for the thread link I'll check it out. :)
-Bleu

[tantalizingfemme]

This is for anyone who knows... I will be near Fort Hood, TX visiting my son for a long weekend this upcomomg weekend and was wondering how far it is from Austin. If it's not hours away, what places would you recommend we go visit? We would really only have Saturday and Sunday.

Thanks,
TF

ETA... Okay so I googled and I am being told about 1hr 15 min. Thats easy. Any suggestions for fun places to go?

[Gemme]

This is for anyone who knows... I will be near Fort Hood, TX visiting my son for a long weekend this upcomomg weekend and was wondering how far it is from Austin. If it's not hours away, what places would you recommend we go visit? We would really only have Saturday and Sunday.

Thanks,
TF

ETA... Okay so I googled and I am being told about 1hr 15 min. Thats easy. Any suggestions for fun places to go?

Depending on your tastes...and the season....here are 35 things to do in Austin (http://www.buzzfeed.com/summeranne/do-or-die-austin-texas#.gjnaGA0K).

I personally recommend the botanical gardens. (http://www.zilkergarden.org/) Very pretty! Zilker park (http://austintexas.gov/department/zilker-metropolitan-park) has a lot of things to do.

Sixth street can be fun. I saw a burlesque show there once. Lots of live music pretty much everywhere, even the airport.

[tantalizingfemme]

Depending on your tastes...and the season....here are 35 things to do in Austin (http://www.buzzfeed.com/summeranne/do-or-die-austin-texas#.gjnaGA0K).

I personally recommend the botanical gardens. (http://www.zilkergarden.org/) Very pretty! Zilker park (http://austintexas.gov/department/zilker-metropolitan-park) has a lot of things to do.

Sixth street can be fun. I saw a burlesque show there once. Lots of live music pretty much everywhere, even the airport.

Thanks for the suggestions Gemme!

[Rufusboi]

I live in Corpus Christi Texas and my local Doctor passed away. No other endocrinologist in the area will prescribe testosterone. So I am looking for a Doctor in the Austin Area who treats FTM's. Does anyone have a doctor they would recommend. Your help would be most appreciated.

Rufus

[Gemme]

Hey, how are you all doing with the flooding? Everyone accounted for and okay?

[Deborah*]

Austin SUCKS (http://www.forbes.com/2009/11/02/toxic-cities-pollution-lifestyle-real-estate-toxic-cities_chart.html)? Really surprised to see Austin in the top FIVE toxic cities.
I'm an Austin native. I've lived here much of my life.
Yes, we have really bad air. The bad ozone days mentioned on the tv weather reports. Most likely at least in part thanks to all the people (unfortunately) moving in.

Like almost all native Austinites, I wish these people moving here would make a u-turn and go back where they came from. Many of the Austin natives don't appreciate these people moving here. It's really sad what's happening to Austin.

Deborah

[Deborah*]

Hey everyone. I was born and raised in Austin and I love it.... probably too much! I have lived in Iowa and Georgia, both for only 6 months each. I got home sick and came back. The thing I love about Austin is the diverse population we have here. The museums, the artists, the music, the attractions that come here, kayaking, the lakes, everything! The surrounding areas have quite a bit of things to do as well.
I was born and raised in Austin also! The only time I've not lived here is when I've been living in London and when younger at my family's summer home in Hawaii.

Deborah

[Chad]

I was born and raised in Austin also! The only time I've not lived here is when I've been living in London and when younger at my family's summer home in Hawaii.

Deborah

Hi neighbor,

I am in the the Austin area too.
Enjoy ACL this weekend.

Chad

[Deborah*]

I have wanted to do this for years now:

http://www.austinsteamtrain.org/

Hey shariberry,

It does look like fun, doesn't it?
Maybe at some point in time us butches and femmes from Austin can do this. Have part of the train to ourselves!
That would be nice.

Deborah

[Deborah*]

Hi neighbor,

I am in the the Austin area too.
Enjoy ACL this weekend.

Chad
Hey Chad,

Actually, I won't be at ACL. Will you be attending?
I'm on a major deadline due next week. I will be watching some of it being live streamed online (via Red Bull).
Last year I watched it online, and it was fabulous! A front row seat with all of the conveniences of home. Especially good if you're trying to do work at the same time.

Deborah

[JDeere]

LOL I am not a Houston native but I feel the same, people need to stop moving here, if they don't get the hint with flooding and the fact that Houston is actually concrete on top of swamp land, they will find out when they float...