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Happy Saturday, Austin. It’s the time of year when you’re either soaking up the sun poolside or already have a pumpkin spiced latte in hand. If the latter is your vibe, don’t miss our guide to the upcoming Austin Coffee Festival.
 
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Events
This Weekend
  • Republic Park Yoga | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 10-11 a.m. | Republic Square Park | Free with RSVP | Practice yoga in the park before perusing local goods at the Sustainable Food Center Farmers’ Market.
  • Sazon Latin Food Festival | Saturday, Sept. 14-Sunday, Sept. 15 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Lulu’s | Cost of purchase | Taste Caribbean + Central and South American cuisine from various vendors while listening to live music performances.
  • UTSA vs. University of Texas Football | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 6 p.m. | DKR Texas Memorial Stadium | $68+ | The Roadrunners and the Longhorns will go head-to-head.
  • “Carrie Rodriguez Laboratorio” | Sunday, Sept. 15 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | At this annual concert series, singer Carrie Rodriguez hosts immersive performances dedicated to Latine culture.
Plan Ahead
  • Austin Pond Society Meeting | Monday, Sept. 16 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Zilker Botanical Garden | Arrive at this meeting with plants and garden tools in tow, then trade with other gardening enthusiasts.
  • Therapy Gecko Live: The Lizard Agenda Tour | Thursday, Sept. 19-Friday, Sept. 20 | 7 p.m. | The State Theatre | $30+ | Have your problems solved by the (unlicensed) reptilian therapist who has made waves on social media.
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News Notes
Festival
  • The 47th Annual Fall Pecan Street Festival will take over East 6th Street today through Sunday, Sept. 15. The art and music bash is one of the longest-running fests in the US — attendees can expect a live music lineup, vendor market, petting zoo, and kid’s rides.
Arts
  • Cue the waterworks — literally, that is. WaterWork, a new art installation by Design Austin and The Trail Conservancy, will project local artists’ videos on the Seaholm Intake Building at dusk on Tuesday, Sept. 17. See it from the trail, lake, or pedestrian bridge. (Culture Map Austin)
Show
  • No need to curb your enthusiasm — Larry David is coming to Austin (his tour’s only stop in Texas) for “A Conservation With Larry David” on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at Bass Concert Hall. Tickets are on sale now. (KVUE)
Open
  • Cheers — St. Elmo Springdale opens today, featuring a larger taproom, outdoor seating, on-site food trucks, and an exclusive beer called “Zero.” Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
Sports
  • The Longhorns will face the UTSA Roadrunners at 6 p.m. today. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
     
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    💵 Lunch on a budget

    Where to find lunch for $10 or less in Austin
    A large slice of pepperoni pizza, a cup of ranch, and a Hi Sign beer in a can sit on a red-and-white picnic table.
    Home Slice Pizza serves their New York-style slices on a paper plate — just like they do it in the Big Apple. | Photo by ATXtoday
    Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Austin. Check out our list of restaurants where lunch for one costs $10 or less.

    Sandy’s Hamburgers, 603 Barton Springs Rd. | An old-fashioned hamburger, fries, and a drink will cost you $8.69 at this longtime ATX establishment. Pro tip: Take your meal to have a picnic at Auditorium Shores.

    The Soup Peddler, multiple locations | Whether you’re in the mood for a hearty bowl of soup, a sandwich, or a grilled cheese, you’ll only have to shell out an Alexander Hamilton.

    Favorite Pizza, 801 W. 6th St. | This pizzeria’s slice + pint special gets you a slice of pizza and a pint of beer for just $7. It’s available Sunday-Thursday, making it the perfect spot for a boozy weekday lunch on a budget.
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