City Editor London’s favorite stories:

• 8 questions with Angel Flores, transgender powerlifter and “Queer Eye” star | Weightlifting coach + transgender rights advocate Angel Flores discussed her rise into the public eye and how she finds home in an Austin gym.
• An inside look at the Moody Center, Austin’s new $338 million arena | We got a sneak peek of Austin’s newest arena before it opened this April + spoke with the lead architect about the stadium’s unique design.
• Peter Pan Mini-Golf owner reflects on 70+ years in Austin, TX | The owner of Peter Pan Mini-Golf shares family memories — plus then-and-now photos — of the Barton Springs landmark, which has been largely unchanged for seven decades.

City Editor Figi’s favorite stories:

• A brief history of the San Marcos Mermaid Fest | Merfolk are a big deal for San Martians — do you know why? We break the city’s aquatic legacy down for you.
• Your mini guide to street artists in Austin | Taking a stroll through Austin streets can be like taking a trip to the museum. Learn about our local street artists and the work they create around our city.
• 7 questions with dog fortune teller Sarah Wolf | Fortune knocks once at every dog’s door. We interviewed local animal fortune teller Sarah Wolf about her process + received a reading for an ATXtoday pet.

• A Day To Remember: Just Some More Shows | Tue., Oct. 18 | 6 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater, 1401 Trinity St. | $15+ | The Used, Movements, and Magnolia Park will also perform at this outdoor concert. 🎶
• Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets | Tue., Oct. 18 | 8 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr. | $54+ | Celebrate Pink Floyd’s work at this cover concert.
• Philanthropitch Austin 2022 | Tue., Oct. 18 | 6-9 p.m. | ACL Live at The Moody Theater, 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd. | Free | Zach Person + Friends will perform at this event featuring live business pitches, awards, and networking with local nonprofits.

• “Bicycling with Butterflies": Meet author Sara Dykman | Wed., Oct. 19 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Rd. | Free | Learn about monarch butterflies and hear from author Sara Dykman about pollinator habitats. 🦋
• Jake Scott | Wed., Oct. 19 | 6:30 p.m. | Historic Scoot Inn, 1308 E. 4th St. | $20 | The artist is joined by Sam MacPherson and Brynn Cartelli on his “Lavender Tour.” 🎸

• “The Lady From The Sea” by Henrik Ibsen | Thu., Oct. 20 - Sun., Oct. 23 | 8 p.m. | Neill-Cochran House Museum, 2310 San Gabriel St. | $25+ | This play tells the story of a woman choosing between her husband and the thrill of the ocean’s deep. 🎭

• 2022 Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix | Fri., Oct. 21-Sun., Oct. 23 | 8 a.m. | Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd. | $59+ | This three-day event includes races, 30+ concerts, immersive attractions, rides, and plenty of thrills.

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• Formula 1 generates hundreds of millions of dollars for Austin’s economy each year. In 2021 alone, the Grand Prix weekend brought in more than $600 million from race-related purchases + indirect spending at local businesses. (Austin American-Statesman)

• Already planning for ACL 2023? Just hours after this year’s event ended, organizers announced the dates for next year’s festival — mark your calendars for Oct. 6-8 and Oct. 13-15. 🗓

• Who’s Crying Now? Journey fans, possibly. The famed 80s rock band will perform alongside TOTO at the Moody Center on Wed., Feb. 22. Get tickets here starting this Fri., Oct. 21 at 10 a.m. 🎸

• We’re still not over that Austin FC comeback in this weekend’s playoff game, but here’s something else to bark about: the soccer team also debuted two honorary mascots, seven-week-old puppies named Listo and Verde. 🐾 (KVUE)

• The Tatsu-ya restaurant group’s newest project, BBQ Ramen Tatsu-ya, is now open at 2027 Anchor Ln. The spot offers various types of ramen + non-ramen dishes in the former Contigo space. 🍜 (Eater Austin)

• North Austin’s Adelbert’s Brewery will close permanently on Halloween after 11 years in business. The building housing the brewery, which was a favorite pit stop for Austin FC fans, was recently sold + is set to be torn down. (CultureMap Austin)

• Elgin is the sixth-safest city in Texas, according to FBI crime data. Two other Travis County cities were also ranked in the top 50: Leander, at No. 33, and Lakeway, at No. 48. (KXAN)

• Tickets for Mozart’s Coffee Roasters’ annual holiday light show went on sale yesterday. Get yours now to see the display, which features more than 1 million LED lights and custom objects made in Greece. 🎄 (CBS Austin)

• Did you know we want to see your artwork on our products? We’re looking for freelance graphic designers in ATX to work with us through our online retail store, and yes, you’d be getting paid for it. First, let’s get to know each other.

• What are the essential parts of running a real estate agency? Trainual created this handy guide ft. 10 tools to help brokers + administrative staff juggle the operations side of the business.*
• When Sam + Josh Davis found out their family was growing yet again, they knew their home needed to grow with it. “It was getting hard to imagine how we were going to have three teenagers in there.” Here’s the real estate move they made next.*

• Want glowy, model-off-duty skin? Try this serum by responsible luxury beauty brand MERIT (that one you’ve seen all over Instagram recently). It contains hyaluronic acid + niacinamide to instantly hydrate and plump skin for a healthy glow that’s lightweight and layerable under makeup. Bonus: Free bag with first purchase.*

• Everyone should love their smile. Enter: SmileDirectClub, the easiest way to straighten your teeth in just 4-6 months — for 60% less than Invisalign or braces. Your results are guaranteed for life, and getting started is easy with their free, 30-second smile assessment. 🦷 *