10.06.2023

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69º | Rainy | 87% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:28 a.m. | Sunset 5:42 p.m.

🧵 We’re pulling some strings

Follow Little Amal during her journey in Austin

Little Amal leads a parade of people down a city street as they hold welcome signs.

Nashvillians are invited to join in on the free events as Amal makes her way across the US to San Diego. | Photo provided by OZ Arts Nashville

Don’t let the name fool you — there’s nothing small about Little Amal.

Meaning “hope” in Arabic, Little Amal is a 12-ft tall puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee and was created by Handspring Puppet Company to raise awareness about the experiences of displaced people.

Since July 2021, Little Amal has traversed 6,000+ miles across 97 cities in 15 countries and hosted ~300 free events on her “The Walk” tour. The 38-city North American leg of her tour — which started in Boston and will end in Tapachula, Mexico — will add an additional 11,000 miles to her trek once complete.

Get ready Austinites, she’s making a stop in the Capital City on Friday, Oct. 20 with two free events. Here’s where to catch her:

Get ready, get steady, DANCE! | 5 p.m. | Huston-Tillotson University, 900 Chicon St., Austin
Amal is running late for a dance class in Austin. After a quick health check-up with the Interfaith Action of Central Texas, she will join a beautiful welcoming dance with Ballet Austin.

An honor of bravery from Bat City | 6:30 p.m. | Texas State Capitol South Lawn, 1100 Congress Ave., Austin
In partnership with Glass Half Full Theatre, Cave Lady Studios, Creative Action, and American Artists Project, Amal will discover the cloud of bats that live and migrate through Austin’s community.

Want to walk a little further with Little Amal? You can follow her south to San Antonio, where she will host four more events on Saturday, Oct. 21 and Sunday, Oct. 22.

Events

Friday, Oct. 6

Lefty’s Shop of Horrors | Now-Tuesday, Oct. 31 | Times vary | Lefty’s Brick Bar, 1813 E. 6th St., Austin | Cost of purchase | Enjoy an immersive Halloween experience with Instagrammable bites + bevs.
Annie Lederman | Friday, Oct. 6 | 7:30 | Vulcan Gas Company, 418 E. 6th St., Austin | $25-$30 | Comedian and podcaster Annie Lederman is bringing her stand-up to ATX.
Michigander | Friday, Oct. 6 | 10 p.m. | ACL Live, 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd., Austin | $18 | Catch the ACL performer on his “It Will Never Be The Same Tour” at this ACL Fest Nights show.

Saturday, Oct. 7

Crafting With Nature | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms, 10621 Pioneer Farms Dr., Austin | Bring the kids to make crafts with natural Texas resources.
Game Day at the Commodore Perry Estate | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 11 a.m.-11 p.m. | Commodore Perry Estate, 4100 Red River St., Austin | Cost of purchase | Watch the Red River Rivalry game with mimosas, burnt orange margaritas, and a special menu.
Drought Tolerant Plants | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 1-3 p.m. | Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin | $30 | Educate yourself on drought-resistant plants to help your garden look fresh year-round.

Sunday, Oct. 8

Sunset Goat Yoga | Sunday, Oct. 8 | 6 p.m. | Jester King Brewery, 13187 Fitzhugh Rd., Austin | $25 | Relax into a maaarvelous flow with alongside goats, followed by a craft beer.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Civic

Texans must register to vote by Tuesday, Oct. 10 to vote in the upcoming election on Tuesday, Nov. 7. That means you have just four more days — register or check your status here.

Announced

We’d like to thank the Academy, because the Country Music Television Awards will return to the Moody Center on April 7, 2024 for the second year in a row. The CMT Awards were held in Nashville up until 2022. (Austin American-Statesman)

Festival

After an unexpected cancellation, Kali Uchis has been replaced by EDM trio Major Lazer on today’s ACL Festival lineup. The group — which consists of DJs Diplo, Walshy Fire, and Ape Drums — will perform on the American Express stage at 6:10 p.m.

Sports

Austin FC midfielder Owen Wolff and goalkeeper Brad Stuver have both been nominated in the MLS Year-End Awards. Wolff is a finalist for Young Player of the Year, while Stuver is nominated for the Audi Goals Drive Progress Impact Award.

Opening

A new bagel shop, specializing in late-night bagel burgers and lox, will open two Austin locations this month. Starting Saturday, Oct. 14, Muzzy’s Bagels will open inside Camp East at 2909 E. 12th St. by day and at Outer Heaven, 1808 E. 12th St., by night. (Eater Austin)

Pets

No tricks here — in celebration of fall, Austin Pets Alive! will offer $31 adoption fees all month long. If you don’t want to adopt, consider donating $31 to support Austin animals.

Community

Your ATXtoday Editors here. We care about Austin. We also care about the people in it. That’s why every day, we bring you positive, impactful news stories about our city — skipping the political talk, crime coverage, and biased reporting. Support our approach to local news by joining our ATXtoday membership club.

Active

Fall means perfect biking weather — and studies have shown that e-bike riders typically ride more often (and for longer distances) than traditional bike riders. This brand carries new and certified pre-owned e-bikes at up to 60% off retail; delivering them 99% assembled to your doorstep. Use code RUN for $100 off.*

Culture

🍀 What’s luck got to do with it?

What would give someone bad luck in Austin?

Friday the 13th is approaching — how do you keep the good luck flowing? | Gif via Giphy

Knock on wood — if the idea of Friday the 13th makes you a little uneasy, now may be a good time to stock up on good luck protections like four-leaf clovers and salt.

The second Friday the 13th of 2023 is next week. While the occasion happens every ~212 days, this one feels particularly ominous since it falls during the haunting month of October.

Superstitious folks all know that walking under ladders — which supposedly stems from Ancient Egyptian beliefs — and breaking mirrors (a Grecian concern) cause misfortune, but what Austin-specific actions would bring about bad luck to locals?

Neglecting to share sunscreen at Barton Springs Pool? Blocking the box on Cesar Chavez Street?

Alternatively, what could an Austinite do to restore good luck into their lives: Reference the Armadillo World Headquarters in conversation? Correctly pronounce Mount Bonnell three times?

Let us know your thoughts and we’ll share our collaborative guide for navigating local superstitions on Friday the 13th. You know, just in case.

Asked

What’s something an Austinite could do to bring themselves bad luck (or good luck)?

Do you feel lucky?

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Figi

From the editor

Alrighty y’all, I’m gearing up to tackle ACL live from festival grounds.

If you’re attending the festival weekend one, give us a follow on Instagram because I’m giving away festive souvenir bracelets to ATXtoday fans. If you’re not going to ACL, consider attending one of these other festivals.

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