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Great places to work outside in Austin
People sitting at picnic tables on the dock outside Mozart's Coffee Roasters, with Lake Austin in the background.
Sip some coffee to the tune of waves lapping against the docks. | Photo by @mymobile_captures
You’ve got a big presentation due… and a big pile of laundry taunting you. We get it — working from home can be a mixed blessing. There are days when a change of scenery is a must if you’re going to get anything done.

The good news? Research shows that tackling your tasks al fresco actually helps boost productivity.

Finding places to work outside in Austin was at the top of our to-do list, so can we just say... check.

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Brentwood Social House is a female-owned, community cafe often used for meetings and small gatherings.

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Coffee and tea shops

Brentwood Social House | 1601 W. Koenig Lane, Austin
8 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. Wednesday–Sunday
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Yes
Take your afternoon tea with a fresh croissant in hand from Brentwood’s vast patio.

The Flightpath Coffeehouse | 5011 Duval St., Austin
Daily, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Yes
This long-standing coffee shop has been known for its art decorations + tranquil vibes since 1992.

A beer at Meanwhile Brewing

Meanwhile was crowned ATXtoday readers’ favorite brewery this year.

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Photo by ATXtoday

Restaurants and bars

The Little Darlin’ | 6507 Circle S Rd., Austin
Daily, 11 a.m.-2 a.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: No
This neighborhood “watering hole” has an enormous back patio and also serves brunch on the weekends.

Meanwhile Brewing | 3901 Promontory Point Dr., Austin
Daily, hours vary
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially
This brewery has an expansive backyard to work or enjoy a fresh brew in.

Parks and public spaces

Waterloo Park | 500 E. 12th St.
Daily, 5 a.m.-10 p.m.
WiFi: No
Covered: No
Prepare to enjoy working on 11 acres of revitalized green space in the heart of Austin.

Zilker Park | 2100 Barton Springs Rd.
Daily, 5 a.m.-10 p.m.
WiFi: No
Covered: Partially
You can’t go wrong with the classics. Bring a picnic blanket, a snack, a four-legged friend, and your laptop for a relaxing outdoor office.

What did we miss? If you know an outdoor spot that’s not on the list, let us know using the survey below.
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Events
Wednesday, July 12
  • Summer Wellness: Family Yoga on the Mall | Wednesday, July 12 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin | $9-$13 | Get your body and mind aligned with summer wellness activities for the whole family.
  • Drink Up deal: Terrazzo Tea | Now-Monday, July 31 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Terrazzo Tea, 1923 E. 7th St., Austin | Free | When you stop by Terrazzo Tea, tell them ATXtoday sent you and you’ll get 15% off your order through July.
Thursday, July 13
Friday, July 14
  • Giulio Gallarotti | Friday, July 14 | Times vary | Vulcan Gas Company, 418 E. 6th St., Austin | $20 | Catch this Netflix comedian that hails from NYC.
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Last Call

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The best 2023 Prime Day deals to upgrade every room in the house
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Yup, it’s on sale — snag the Samsung TV that doubles as a work of art. | Photo via Amazon
Boy, do we have good news for you: Amazon’s Prime Day deals are here. Browse our favorites:

Prime Day deal: SAMSUNG The Frame TV, $1,497.99 $987.99 — Finally get a magazine-worthy living room with a TV that looks like a picture frame and displays art when it’s turned off.

Prime Day deal: Bose QuietComfort 45 Bluetooth Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones, $329 $229 — This tried and true favorite has up to 22 hours of battery life.
See top deals for home
News Notes
Community
  • Hays County is under a burn ban that will be in effect for at least 90 days after a brush fire burned dozens of acres over the weekend. (KXAN)
Outdoors
  • Dripping Springs will be in the direct path of two solar eclipses within the next year, and hotel rooms during those time frames are already selling out. Get ready to throw some shade — the solar eclipses fall on Saturday, Oct. 14, and Monday April 8 — and keep updated with the city’s eclipse website. (KXAN)
Watch
  • Austin’s own Kristen Kish is the next “Top Chef”... host. Kish — owner of Downtown restaurant Arlo Grey and season 10 winner — will take the place of Padma Lakshmi. (CultureMap Austin)
Open
  • Looking for a Vietnamese restaurant in North Austin? We’ve found the one pho you. Vietnamese fusion restaurant The One Pho is now serving hot stone pho and noodle salads at 10721 Research Blvd. (Community Impact Austin)
Closed
  • After closing down “until further notice” a little over a month ago, the Downtown Central Library’s Cookbook Cafe has shut down for good. The Austin Public Library system and City of Austin are searching for a new cafe to take over the space. (Austin Chronicle)
Cause
  • It’s almost Caturday at Domain NORTHSIDE. Adoption fees will be waived for cats and kittens, courtesy of Austin Pets Alive!, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, July 15 in front of the Casper store.
Number
  • 24.7%. That’s how much of Austin’s real estate is listed for more than $1 million, the No. 10 highest in the US, according to a report from Point2 Homes. Around 1.5% of homes are listed for over $5 million in the Capital City.
The Word
Trending
  • It’s the last day of Amazon Prime Day. Shop the deals, including 30% off the TV that looks like a picture frame on your wall.*
Entertainment

🎥 Get “Dazed and Confused”

How to celebrate the 30th anniversary of “Dazed and Confused”
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Playing David Wooderson was Matthew McConaughey’s breakout role. | Gif by Giphy
Are you celebrating the 30th anniversary of “Dazed and Confused”? It’d be a lot cooler if you did.

In honor of the 1993 classic — and Matthew McConaughey’s breakout role — the Austin Film Society and Focus Features have a weekend of events planned for Saturday, Sept. 16-Sunday, Sept. 17.

Here’s the agenda:

Las Vegas Aviators vs. Round Rock Express | Saturday, Sept. 16 | 7 p.m. | Dell Diamond, 3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock | $15-$89 | “Dazed and Confused” director Richard Linklater will throw the first pitch at this themed game.

“Dazed and Confused” screening | Sunday, Sept. 17 | 7 p.m. | Moody Amphitheater, 1401 Trinity St., Austin | $38-$160 | Linklater, plus a few to-be-announced cast members, will take audience questions after this special screening.

It’s going to be alright, alright, alright — we’ll see you there.
Shop
It’s the last day of Amazon Prime Day sales — aka, discounts on everything from iPads to furniture to nugget ice makers. Surf the sales or check out our picks. Note: Deals may be subject to change.

Family
  • Keep crumbs and messes under control with the iRobot Roomba that empties itself — it’s $400 off (yes, you read that right).
Eat
  • Bread makers are making a comeback, and we totally get why (read: soft, warm, homemade bread). Snag the Hamilton Beach Bread Maker that’s $34 off.
Arts
  • Customize tees, pillows, and totes with the Cricut Heat Press Machine’s pro-level heat-transfer that lasts through repeated washes. Get it while it’s 20% off.
Outdoors
  • Keep comfy and cool this summer with wear-anywhere black running shorts, discounted down from $24.99 to $18.39.
 
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Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
Name somewhere other than Austin where you can see a man perform a whole set while riding a mule. I’ll wait.

You can see Sam Grey Horse perform with his mule, Mula, at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15 at The ABGB, or at 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23 at C-Boy’s Heart & Soul. Get more info.
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