10.24.2023

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⭐ 12 stellar neighborhoods

Your horoscope in Austin neighborhoods

A charming pink house with white trim surrounded by lush greenery and large trees. The house has a cozy front porch where three people are sitting and chatting, enjoying a sunny day. One person is seated on the steps, while the other two are in green chairs. The relaxed and inviting atmosphere reflects a typical Austin neighborhood vibe.

This city has the perfect neighborhood for every sign to enjoy. | Photo by ATXtoday

One of the most loveable things about Austin is the distinct character found in each neighborhood, district, and corner of town. They all have their own personalities and purposes — some would say it was written in the stars.

Let’s take a look at how our neighborhoods align with the zodiac signs.

Scorpio: North Loop | Oct. 23-Nov. 21

The aura of North Loop’s picturesque strip perfectly encapsulates this water sign. Mysteriously tucked away, this unassuming neighborhood is full of vintage shops and late-night eats like Tyson’s Tacos.

Sagittarius: Rainey Street Historic District | Nov. 22-Dec. 21

As an adventure seeker, you’ll be able to make a speedy getaway from Rainey Street — with the closest access to I-35 — without being far-removed. Besides proximity to one of the biggest nightlife districts in the city, Rainey also offers access to the river and major thoroughfare Cesar Chavez Street.

It’s hard to miss this Writing on the Walls mural on East Cesar Chavez Street.
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Photo by *@impermanent_art*

Capricorn: East Cesar Chavez | Dec. 22-Jan. 19

With how hardworking Capricorn is, they’ll be pleased to hear there are plenty of spots in East Cesar Chavez to network and work remotely. From Cenote to Flat Track Coffee to Cosmic Saltillo, there are plenty of places to post up. Afterwards, hit up Zilker Brewing or Whisler’s to decompress.

Aquarius: Cherrywood | Jan. 20-Feb. 18

The unique businesses of Cherrywood embody the eclectic nature of an Aquarius. This cozy little area, which sits just east of I-35, is packed full of cafes like Cherrywood Coffeehouse, restaurants like Vic & Al’s, and a few pocket parks.

The pond at Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park in Allandale, with a bench set to the right side. — Virgos — click through for a neighborhood with a baseball diamond, swimming pool, and peaceful scenes by the pond.
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Photo by ATXtoday

Pisces: Holly | Feb. 19-March 20

Holly provides the perfect escapist moment for a Pisces to relax. This east Austin spot has the best of both worlds with access to the Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail, so Pisces can recharge their social battery, with proximity to some of the best restaurants the city has to offer.

7 more signs this way

Events

Tuesday, Oct. 24

Moxy Halloween Pop-Up Bar | Now-Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 7:30 p.m. | Moxy Austin, 2552 Guadalupe St., Austin | Free | Unleash your inner witch with free tarot readings, revolving Halloween films, and chilling cocktails for purchase.
“Killers of the Flower Moon” | Now-Thursday, Oct. 26 | Times vary | Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin | $10-$15 | Scorsese returns to a screen the size of Texas in this epic western crime saga based on a true story.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Vinyasa Flow for All Levels | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 10-11 a.m. | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Rd., Austin | $10-$15 | Join a gentle Vinyasa practice at this class from Austin-based yoga and meditation guide Collette Ouseley-Moynan.
Pour the Record: Whiskey & Vinyl Reception | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 6-8 p.m. | Acre 41, 1901 San Antonio St., Ste. 130, Austin | $20 | This unique sensory experience pays homage to Austin by blending sound and taste.
“The Thin Place” | Wednesday, Oct. 25-Sunday, Nov. 26 | Times vary | ZACH Theatre, 202 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin | $28-$84 | Watch the theater transform into a séance during this play.

Thursday, Oct. 26

Austin Film Festival | Thursday, Oct. 26-Thursday, Nov. 2 | Times vary | Locations vary | $80-$750 | Take in dozens of films, panels, and roundtables at this annual festival.

Events calendar here

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Wellness

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A user holds the Horizon Go by hear.com. | Photo by hear.com

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News Notes

Biz

Elevate Entertainment Group — formerly EVO Entertainment Group — has acquired Austin-based theater chain Violet Crown Cinemas. The group will take ownership of the four Violet Crown locations in Austin, Dallas, Charlottesville, VA; and Santa Fe, NM in December. (Deadline)

Opening

Open Road Hospitality group — the team behind bars like Daydreamer and Kitty Cohen’s — has a new spot in the works: Busty’s Bar and Jukebox. Slated for a December or January opening at 6214 Cameron Rd., the bar will serve all-day breakfast and tiki drinks. (Eater Austin)

Closing

North Austin cafe All Gimmicks Coffee, located inside Fairweather Cider Co., will close its doors on Sunday, Oct. 29. Owners say they still plan to operate pop-ups while they “regroup, rebrand, and prepare to open a bigger better concept.”

Try This

Indian restaurant G’Raj Mahal, which closed its brick and mortar in July 2021, will preview its revived menu at local music festival Levitation later this week. Chef and owner Sidney Roberts plans to reopen the restaurant alongside Present Tense Hospitality, but an opening date has yet to be released. (Eater Austin)

Pets

The purrfect place to board your cat is coming to Austin. The Happy Cat Hotel and Spa will offer grooming, spa services, and check-in cameras for owners starting Saturday, Nov. 11 at 13581 Pond Springs Rd. (Austin American-Statesman)

Real Estate

$126,208. That’s the annual income needed to purchase the average home in the Austin area, according to a recent Redfin report. How do we compare to other cities? Dallas residents need to make $115,913 annually + San Antonio residents need to make $87,273 to afford the average home.

Answered

Last week, we asked you for your favorite part of Halloween. About 38% of you enjoy the costumes the most, followed by 21% saying Halloween decorations, and 17% saying they like to give out candy. Tell us your favorite part.

Development

🏗 That new new

$40 million updates to Block 21 begin this week

Block 21 will receive a new, 2,060-sqft terrace event space, plus refurbishments at the W Austin. | Rendering courtesy Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc.

There are $40 million worth of upgrades in the pipeline for Block 21 — a downtown mixed-use development that is home to ACL Live at the Moody Theater and the W Austin Hotel & Residences.

A little background: Nashville-based Opry Entertainment Group acquired the 2nd Street District development for $260 million in May 2022.

Renovations will begin this week, starting with W Austin’s entrance, public spaces, and dining amenities. ACL Live will gain a new 2,060-sqft terrace event space over PNC Plaza. In a press release, the company said the renovation is meant to “celebrate Austin’s rich live music culture.”

Opry expects public-facing renovations to be complete by summer 2024 and guest room renovations by fall 2024. Don’t worry — both the W Austin and ACL Live will remain open during the process.

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The Wrap

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