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🍁 Impress your guests with seasonal styles

Rotating images of fall furniture from Wayfair.
From cozy fire pits and themed bakeware to seasonal statement pieces, Wayfair has countless finds for fall.  | Photos by Wayfair
Fall is here. Read: It’s officially hosting season. Whether you’re throwing football watch parties, a spooky Halloween soirée, or a festive Thanksgiving feast, now’s the time to refresh your home with the steals of the season.

Today, Oct. 7 is the last day to shop Way Day — aka Wayfair’s huge sale — and you won’t want to miss the thousands of limited-time deals on all things home goods. We’re talking up to 80% off, free shipping, and flash deals.

So without further ado, let’s get party planning. Here’s what we’re eyeing:

Kitchen essentials

  • Autumn treats cake pan: Leaves, pumpkins, and acorns adorn this charming nonstick pan.
  • Modern bar cart: Perfect for displaying your favorite bottle of Tito’s, this bar on wheels can be easily moved.
  • Bar tools set: While we’re talking special drinks, you’ll probably need this, too.
  • Le Creuset baking dishes: Cook your favorite family recipe in style with this must-have trifecta.
  • Chips and dips platter: Assemble your go-to game day snacks to cheer on the Longhorns in this sleek porcelain dish.

Dinner with a view

  • Vintage-inspired globe chandelier: They say a new light fixture can transform a room, and this three-light pendant looks like it will do the trick (or treat).
  • Upholstered dining chairs: Modern style meets supreme comfort with this set of ergonomically designed seats.
  • Stoneware pumpkin trio: Adorn your mantle with these harvest-hued decorations to add a bountiful burst of fall color to any room.
  • Extendable dining table: Need more space? This solid wood table comes with a leaf to help accommodate extra guests and plenty of home-cooked dishes — or takeout from Home Slice Pizza.

Outdoor entertaining

Pro tip: Give your guests something to talk about with this revolutionary smart bidet, complete with four cleaning modes + a heated seat.
 
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What’s most likely to impress you at a party?


A. Stunning table settings
B. Themed food and drinks
C. Comfortable places to sit, soft blankets + fluffy pillows
D. Outdoor seating with a fire feature
E. Vibes (think: seasonal decor, warm lighting, and good music)
 
 
Events
Monday, Oct. 7
Tuesday, Oct. 8
Wednesday, Oct. 9
  • APF’S Party for the Parks | Wednesday, Oct. 9 | 6-10 p.m. | Zilker Park | $300+ | Raise money for Austin’s green spaces while you enjoy a private performance from Orville Peck.
Plan Ahead
  • Roll Your Own Sushi | Thursday, Oct. 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Texas Sake Company | $55 | Learn how to roll your own sushi at this hands-on class taught by Chef Desiree.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Today Is
Development
  • A multi-year restoration project on the historic UT Tower will begin in November and last through at least summer 2027. The work will enhance the clockface, lighting, stone, windows, and gilding + include safety improvements.
Trending
  • Dua Lipa showed some love for Austin in an Instagram post where she let fans in on her trip around South Congress and La Barbecue. Blink-182 and Leon Bridges also felt the love, wearing a Franklin Barbecue T-shirt and Longhorn jersey, respectively.
Sports
  • Austin FC fired coach Josh Wolff on Sunday. The club’s loss to the Los Angeles Galaxy on Saturday eliminated the team from MLS playoff contention for the second year in a row. Since its founding in 2019, Wolff had been Austin FC’s only coach. (Austin American-Statesman)
History
  • Happy birthday, Muny. Lions Municipal Golf Course celebrated its 100th anniversary on Thursday, Oct. 3 with a proclamation from Mayor Kirk Watson. The course originally opened in 1924, and became one of the first golf courses in the South to voluntarily desegregate in 1951. (KVUE)
Opening
  • A new bookstore selling collectibles and rare books is now open in Hyde Park. Livra Books and Curiosities also carries books in Spanish — in addition to a large English selection — as owner Moctezuma Seth González hopes to expand access to books with cultural meaning. (KUT)
Closed
  • Forever 21 at The Domain permanently closed last month after 14 years in business. The location held deeply discounted sales until its final days, but there is still one more Austin location of the store inside Barton Creek Square. (Community Impact)
Listen
  • The Aggies smoked Mizzou 41-10 in their game over the weekend. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas A&M Aggies with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
 
Food

🎉 Party like it’s your birthday

Where to get birthday freebies in Austin

A bakery display case filled with an assortment of cupcakes in various flavors and colors. The cupcakes are topped with sprinkles, frosting swirls, and other decorative elements. Behind the cupcakes, there are several full-sized cakes stored under glass covers. Labels indicate flavors like lemon and strawberry, and the store interior features teal accents
What’s better than cake on your birthday? A free slice of cakefrom SusieCakes. | Photo by ATXtoday
Happy birthday, feliz cumpleaños, joyeux anniversaire.

No matter how you say it, both of our City Editors and ATXtoday’s birthdays fall in autumn, so we want to share the celebration.

Everything is better when it’s free — and best when it’s free on your birthday. Keep this (mostly) local list of freebies in mind when your birthday comes around.
  • Alamo Drafthouse | Victory members can get a free candy or a cookie on their birthday.
  • Amy’s Ice Creams | Sign up for the Scoop Group email newsletter for a free scoop of your choice during your birthday week.
  • Garbo’s | Grab a lobster roll or meal of your choice and get a free birthday whoopie pie to celebrate.
  • SusieCakes | Get a free slice of cake during your birthday month when you sign up for the rewards program — you can also get a free cupcake when you download the app.
Know of a freebie that isn’t listed? Let us know.
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The Wrap
 
City Editor Figi poses with an adorable goat.

Today’s edition by:
Figi

From the editor
Well, Austin, another ACL has come and gone for me. I had a blast, but I’m ready to sleep it off. If you’ve got tickets to weekend two, make sure to keep an eye out for Editor Morgan, who is giving away friendship bracelets.
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