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Austin Events for Feb 2012 – FebUless Fun!

MDD — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:49:28 +0000

Some of the Fun Activites in Our Great City this Month – Take some time and check them out.

February 3rd
Wear Red Day Celebration
The first Friday in February, is Go Red For Women National Wear Red Day. Women and men everywhere are encouraged to wear red to raise awareness that heart disease is the #1 killer of women, and to make a donation to support the cause. The American Heart Association, in partnership with Macy’s and St. David’s Healthcare, will mark National Wear Red Day with a celebration at Barton Creek Square. The event will include free health screenings from St. David’s, makeovers provided by Macy’s, a red dress display, and the running of the “Red Dress Dash,” a relay race of red-donned participants looking to “dash” the myths about women and heart disease. Benefiting: The American Heart Association. Price: FREE.

February 4th
5th Annual Austin Home Tour
See how Austinites are finding sustainable living solutions to modern problems on The Austin Modern Home Tour. Ticket holders will be able to explore homes that celebrate modern lifestyles while meeting the lead architects and designers. From floating living roofs and electric car charge hook ups to dream worthy kitchens and baths, these homes are sure to amaze and inspire! Price: $20 in advance at http://www.modernhometouraustin.com/buy-your-tickets/ $25 on the day of the Tour at all Tour properties.

February 4th
Sixth Annual Jo’s Chili Cold Blood Chili Cook-Off, Proceeds to Benefit Lila Tenenbown Recovery Fund
Jo’s Hot Coffee Good Food hosts the 6th Annual Chili Cold Blood Chili Cook-Off, Two Steppin’ Competition and Benefit sponsored by Shiner and all proceeds benefit the Lila Tenenbown Recovery Fund. Featured bands performing include Li’l Cap’n Travis, Chili Cold Blood, Chaparral and Woodsboss. Free two-stepping lessons at 11 am, dance contest at 12 pm, live music and chili tasting from 11 to 3.

February 4th
35th Annual Carvaval Brasilerio @ Palmer Events Center 8pm
35 years as Austin’s best party! This homegrown party is now the world’s largest indoor Brazilian Carnaval Celebration!!!! Join 6,000 of your closest friends for a great night of music and dancing!! The costumes get more creative every year.

February 10th
Date Night with Keith Urban @ ACL Live 9pm
Please join us, along with superstar Keith Urban, for an evening of music and celebration to support the Beyond Batten Disease Foundation to help to eradicate hundreds of orphan diseases in our children and to develop treatments and a cure for Batten Disease.

February 10th
Andrea Bocelli Valentine’s Concert @ Erwin Center 8pm

February 11th
The Austin Flea @ The Highball
Join us for the next Austin Flea from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the fabulous Highball on S. Lamar. The Flea features all local handmade items and vintage wares from some of Austin’s most amazing and talented vendors. Expect to find one of a kind gifts for any occasion including jewelry, glasswork, clothing, artwork, cards, purses, woodwork and so much more!

February 11th
The Rodeo Austin Gala @ Palmer Events Center
Get ready to Boot, Scoot and Boogie at this year’s Diamond Celebration at the Rodeo Austin Gala February 11, 2012 presented by H-E-B. Tables and tickets are on sale now! www.rodeoaustin.com
This year’s event will feature the fine tunes of Ronnie Dunn and Radney Foster.

February 17th-19th
Sesame Street Live “Elmo Makes Music” @ Erwin Center
Tickets $13-$15

February 18th
2nd Annual Charity Bash Masquerade Ball @ The Mansion 8pm
Join Citizen Generation for the 2nd Annual CharityBash Masquerade Ball Winter Wonderland benefiting Capital Area Food Bank presented by Calendar Club! Open bar, food, entertainment. Benefiting: Capital Area Food Bank. Price: Early bird through January 1st: $60, $100/couple Regular: $80, $150/couple Door: $100 per person VIP Bottle Service Packages available at info@CitizenGeneration.org

February 19th
Livestrong Austin Half Marathon @ 7am
Join us on Sunday, February 19, 2012, in Austin, Texas, for the LiveStrong Austin Marathon and Half Marathon! The race starts and finishes in downtown Austin and you’ll get a perfect tour of our beautiful city. For details, click here

February 24th
3rd Annual “New Wave Ball” 80s Dance Party Benefiting Austin Children’s Shelter @ Speakeasy
The Austin Children’s Shelter’s annual “New Wave Ball,” an over-the-top 80s dance party. The event is for anyone who loves the music, fashion and fads inspired by this totally awesome decade. The party includes a “gnarly” costume contest with local celebrity judges, music, live auction and raffle. “New Wave Ball” will be held at The Speakeasy at 412 Congress in downtown Austin on Friday, February 24, 2012 from 8 p.m. to midnight and an after-party from 12-2 a.m. Tickets are $20 per person and $100 for VIPs. Sponsorship opportunities are available starting at $500. For details, visit the website at www.newwaveball.org or www.austinchildrenshelter.org.

February 25th
Camp Play Day & Bike Rodeo @ Muller Lake Park
YMCA of Austin Camp Play Day & Bike Rodeo, FREE & Open To The Public, 10 am – 2:00 pm
Camp Activities, Sports & Prizes ,Arts & Crafts, Music, Dino-Pit , Climbing Wall & Bounce House ,Free food, drinks and snacks ,Bicycle & safety instruction www.austinymca.org

Don’t Forget Valentines’ Day!
Marc Daniels | Austin Haciendas LLC | 512-632-5517

Austin Green Living – Housing Update Jan 2012

MDD — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:38:40 +0000

According to the Fourth Annual Housing Forecast held by the Austin Board of Realtors and Home Builders Association, the housing market in Austin will continue to see improvement in 2012. Austin’s housing market saw growth in 2011 and that trend is expected to continue in 2012.

Austin’s job growth, increasing population and tightening rental market should result in higher demand for housing in Austin and surrounding areas, according to Eldon Rude with Metrostudy.

Texas experienced a 2.2% increase in job growth when comparing November 2010 to November 2011. One out of seven jobs created in the US have been in Texas. As a result, Texas consumer confidence is much higher than the overall south central region of the nation. The Austin/Round Rock/San Marcos MSA saw a 1.2% increase in job growth year over year which meant 9,600 new jobs.

Texas had over 63,000 housing permits pulled for new construction in 2011. This is double the amount of the next highest state, California with over 33,000 new housing permits. For 2012, Eldon Rude expects new home production in the Austin region to increase for the second straight year. There were 6,115 new home “starts” in the Austin region in 2011 which represents a nearly five percent increase in starts from 2010. The starts barely exceeded closings so inventory is declining….which is a good sign. Demand must be met by supply so builders must start building to meet that demand.

Home starts in 2011 were up over 2010 levels in every price range except under $150,000, with the strongest increases in the move-up price points between $200,000 and $300,000.

A factor that might limit new home starts in 2012, especially in more high demand areas, is a lack of developed lots to accommodate new home construction. Weather and water resources are also major concerns for homebuilders. Due to past year’s heat and drought records, KXAN weathercaster, Jim Spencer said the weather outlook for 2012 is not promising.

According to 2010 and 2011 migration patterns, Texas nets more people moving into the state versus moving out. The IRS information census shows a strong population growth trend in the Austin MSA over the past 10 years.

In 2011 the Austin MSA population was approximately 1.763 million. By 2020, Eldon Rude with Metrostudy predicts a population of approximately 2.304 million. This growth of 540,000 in population is equivalent to 31% total growth which is 3.4% per year. At 60% home ownership the result is 13,333 new homes per year in Austin.

Due to continued job growth, a strong rental market and strong inward migration, we should experience a housing market that continues to improve in 2012.

Austin Haciendas LLC | Marc Daniels | 512-632-5517

Austin Housing Forecast 2012 – Cool!

MDD — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:04:13 +0000

Hey Faithful Friends – If you are interested in What’s Happening in Austin with regards to Real Estate just click on the picture and read to your heart’s content!
Have a safe, normal, and blessed January 2012.

Thanks – Marc Daniels | Austin Haciendas LLC | Real Estate Solutions

Have a Wonderful Labor Day! Touch a Rainbow

MDD — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 21:15:27 +0000

Sometimes it’s important to work for that pot of gold. But other times it’s essential to take time off and to make sure that your most important decision in the day simply consists of choosing which color to slide down on the rainbow.” By Douglas Pagels

Make this Labor Day Weekend a safe one. Marc Daniels | Austin Haciendas LLC

Go Longhorns!

Austin expected to add 6,000 residents this summer | Austin Business Journal

MDD — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 20:56:36 +0000

Austin’s population is expected to swell by more than 6,000 people between July and August, according to a new U.S. Census Bureau analysis.The data compiled by Austin Business Journal affiliate Business First showed the city growing from about 1.784 million people to about 1.79 million.

The newspaper analyzed populations in 942 U.S. metropolitan and micropolitan areas and projected growth using a computer program.New York City will remain the most populous metropolitan area in America with an estimated population of 18.97 million as of July 1. It is followed by Los Angeles 12.89 million, Chicago 9.51 million, Dallas-Fort Worth 6.53 million and Houston 6.12 million.

Austin was ranked 35th nationwide.

via Austin expected to add 6,000 residents this summer | Austin Business Journal.

Marc Daniels | Austin Haciendas LLC

Austin TX – June 2011 – Running Events

MDD — Sat, 28 May 2011 17:19:48 +0000

June is a great month to get out in Austin and the surrounding areas and take in some of the fun outdoor running events. My wife started running again and this month’s of events is for her and all of you that are looking for running events in June 2011. This list was created by our friends at RUN TEX. Remember, when you are outside to bring lots of water along!

‘Click’ on the buttons for more information on the events.

Have a Super June! Austin Haciendas LLC


Sunstroke Summer Stampede Race #4	6/1/2011	Austin, TX


Texas Lions Camp 5K	6/4/2011	New Braunfels, TX


Texas Lavender Women’s 5K / 10K	6/4/2011	Blanco, TX


Pedal to the Medal	6/4/2011	La Feria, TX


Boys Town Texas’ 2011 Race for Prevention of Child Abuse	6/4/2011	San Antonio, Texas


The Charity Beer Mile	6/4/2011	Austin, Tx


Healthy Woman Flamingo 5K	6/4/2011	Cedar Park, Texas


Hamlin Chamber of Commerce Runnin’ the Buff 5K run/walk	6/4/2011	Hamlin, Texas


Community 5K Walk/Run & Silent Auction benefiting Kim Stiver	6/5/2011	Smithville, Texas


Danskin Womens Triathlon	6/5/2011	Austin, TX


ZOOMA Annapolis Half Marathon & 10K	6/5/2011	Annapolis, Maryland


PFIVE55 Series	6/5/2011	Pflugerville, Texas


Sunstroke Summer Stampede Race #5	6/8/2011	Cedar Park, TX


Shammies ’n Koozies	6/11/2011	New Braunfels, Texas


Aggieland Kids Tri	6/11/2011	College Station, Texas


Rebel Race: New York 5k and 15k mud runs	6/11/2011	Modena, New York


Swim Across America Dallas Open Water Swim	6/11/2011	Dallas, Texas


Kicking it up for Karlie 5k and Kids 1 mile Fun Run (Benefit)	6/11/2011	Smithville, Texas


Williamson County Brown Santa Family Fun Run	6/11/2011	Leander, Texas


CRUSADER COURSE	6/11/2011	CEDAR CREEK, TX


Dublin Dr Pepper 10-2-4K	6/11/2011	Dublin, Texas


Lockhart Chisholm Youth Fun Run and Road Race	6/11/2011	Lockhart, TX


Blessed Hope/CASA Walkathon	6/11/2011	Bastrop, Texas


Morgan’s Wonderland Race for Inclusion	6/11/2011	San Antonio, Texas


Ride ‘n Tie	6/11/2011	Burnet, Tx


Sunstroke Summer Stampede Race #6	6/15/2011	Austin, TX


Maudie’s Moonlight Margarita Run & Gala Benefiting The Trail Foundation	6/16/2011	Austin, Texas


Rebel Race: Maryland/DC 5k and 15k mud runs	6/18/2011	Frederick, Maryland


BON Green Dress Run	6/18/2011	Houston, TX


3rd Annual Watermelon Crawl 5K Run/Walk & Kids’ Crawl	6/18/2011	Stockdale, TX


Holland Corn Festival 5K Walk/Run	6/18/2011	Holland, Texas


Camp Ben McCulloch 5K Run/Walk and Kids K	6/18/2011	Driftwood, Texas


Vern’s No Frills 5k – Race #27	6/18/2011	Georgetown, TX


June Bug	6/18/2011	Huntsville, Texas


Sunstroke Summer Stampede Race #7	6/22/2011	Cedar Park, TX


Keep Austin Weird 5K	6/25/2011	Austin, Texas


CURT KNIERIM MEMORIAL RUN	6/25/2011	NEWBERRY, MICHIGAN


USATF South Texas Junior Olympics Association Meet	6/25/2011	Round Rock, Texas


SLACKER HALF MARATHON/RELAY/4-MILE RACE	6/25/2011	Georgetown, Colorado


Run to Hear	6/25/2011	Austin, Texas


Over the Edge for Make-A-Wish	6/25/2011	Austin, TX


Race for Roel	6/25/2011	Kyle, TX


Kindred Oaks Live Life 5K	6/26/2011	Leaner, TX

TEXAS EXISTING HOME SALES DROP IN FEBRUARY

MDD — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 18:11:02 +0000

Just over 12,000 existing single-family homes were sold in Texas last month, a 10 percent drop from February 2010. That’s according to the most recent Multiple Listing Services (MLS) data compiled by the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University.

The median home price in Texas was up 3 percent from February 2010, at $145,800. There was a 7.2-month inventory.

February 2011 MLS data for many Texas cities (current as of today) are available on the Center’s website. Here is a sampling:

	Sales	Change from Last Year	Median Price	Change from Last Year	Months’ Inventory
Abilene	91	down 2%	$110,000	up 12%	6.2
Austin	1,214	down 3%	$190,000	up 4%	5.9
Bay Area	334	up 6%	$153,200	up 4%	9.8
Beaumont	108	no change	$116,700	down 16%	10.7
Brazoria County	54	down 17%	$115,000	down 6%	9.7
Collin County	604	down 9%	$205,200	up 4%	5.1
Dallas	2,390	down 14%	$158,700	up 6%	6.6
Fort Worth	464	down 19%	$107,200	down 3%	6.9
Houston	3,603	down 2%	$151,900	up 4%	7.5
Longview- Marshall	113	down 3%	$124,300	up 4%	9.4
Montgomery County	372	up 2%	$179,100	up 5%	7.3
Port Arthur	36	down 20%	$126,700	up 35%	11.6
San Antonio	1,100	down 12%	$146,400	up 3%	7.9
Texarkana	51	down 18%	$110,000	down 16%	9.2
Waco	107	down 11%	$118,600	up 4%	9.3
Texas	12,008	down 10%	$145,800	up 3%	7.2

RECON Center at College Station – Marc Daniels | Austin Haciendas LLC

March 2011 – Austin Events – Fun things to do!

MDD — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 22:13:54 +0000

We Love March in Austin. So many things to do “like spring forward” on March 13th! OR…………….

March 10-15: Monty Python’s Spamalot. This Tony-winning musical comedy will keep you laughing. Most shows are at 8 p.m., with two matinees.

March 11: Merle Haggard a major star in the country music singer/songwriter genre, performs at the Austin Music Hall. Doors at 7 p.m.; show at 8 p.m.

March 13-18: Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo. Come experience Western culture with live music, livestock, and exciting events such as cattle roping, barrel racing, and bull and bronco riding. There will also be a carnival with a ferris wheel, games, and cotton candy.

March 13-22: South by Southwest Festival and Conference. This festival has three components: film, music, and interactive. Enjoy live concerts, film screenings, lectures, workshops, trade shows, and much more.

March 19: Third Thursday: An Evening Devoted to Cool Jazz. This free event is from 5:30-9 p.m. at the Blanton Museum. There is a live jazz performance at 6 p.m., yoga in the galleries at 6:30 p.m., book club at 7 p.m., and an art brief of the “Birth of Cool” exhibit at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Mar 26 8:00p Harry Connick Jr at the Long Center

Marc Daniels | Austin Haciendas LLC | Have a nice Life

Events in Austin Texas – February 2011

MDD — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:30:29 +0000

Below are some of the fun events happening around Austin this February 2011.

AUSTIN

6^th & Waller First F.A.M Weekend
Friday, Feb 4 7:00p
6th & Waller Food, Art and Music Venue, Austin
CREATED FOR AUSTIN, BY AUSTIN: some of the finest local live art, live music, an art exhibition, outdoor artist market as well as some of the best food and hot beverages!

4th Annual Austin Modern Home Tour
Saturday, February 5, 11:00 am
Launch787, 4th Annual Austin Modern Home Tour ,16 homes in Austin TIX/COST: $15 + $2 service fee

Carnaval Brasileiro
February 5, 2011, Palmer Events Center

2011 HRC Austin Gala
Saturday, February 12, 6:30 pm
Four Seasons Hotel Austin, Austin, TX
This year HRC Austin is taking its annual Gala to a whole new level…and it’s going to be a grand celebration like you’ve never experienced in Austin Click here to buy tickets: http://goo.gl/xMs2

Robyn at ACL Live
Thursday, February 17, 7:00 pm
The Moody Theater, Austin, TX
Robyn puts on a hell of a show. It’s a chance for hipsters to see the kind of production that a pop diva can offer without having to lie to others

Paramount 5K
February 20, 2011, Paramount Theatre & Downtown Austin
Paramount Break-a-Leg 5K and the LIVESTRONG Austin Marathon and Half Marathon are proud to announce that the 5th annual Paramount 5K will take place Sunday, February 20, 2011 in conjunction with the LIVESTRONG Austin Marathon and Half-Marathon. The 5k will continue to support the historic Paramount & State Theatres. Registration opened on July 1, 2010. Each pre-registered 5k participant will get Nike dri-fit t-shirt plus other great items…to be announced soon.

Competition Unlimited Presents: Austin’s Citywide Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Feb 19 3:00pm
Freebird’s, Austin
How well do you know Austin? Can you find the Largest Item Starting With the Letter Q? Can you make the Best Paper Airplane?

Austin Marathon (and Half Marathon)
February 20, 2011, Downtown Austin

Friday, Feb 25, 2011, 7:00pm
Bass Concert Hall
Jerry Seinfeld has enjoyed critical acclaim and vast success as a stand-up comedian, television actor, best-selling author and advertising pitchman. And his signature remains the landmark, multi-award-winning television series that bears his name, for which he served as creator, producer and star. BUY TICKETS

Art Night Austin
February 26, 2011, Various Austin Galleries & Museums
A preview of the artists and partners collaborating in Spring 2011, culture enthusiasts venture through Austin’s premier galleries, museums and temporary art spaces for a sampling of the most interesting work being created, exhibited and performed in Austin. Each space is paired with complimentary chef-prepared bites, select wines and music to complete the cultural trek.

Dinner Detective Austin
Saturday, Feb 26 6:15p
Marriott Hotel Austin, Austin
America’s Largest interactive murder mystery dinner show! You’ll enjoy an elegant four-course plated dinner (no buffets here!)

Green Garden Festival
February 27, 2011, Zilker Botanical Gardens

Marc Daniels | Austin Haciendas LLC 512-6362-5517

Calendar of Events – Dec 2010 – Austin, TX

MDD — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:02:37 +0000

So, It’s that time of year when you feel like getting in the Spirit of Things but are not sure where to find it! Look no further and get your calender out. Lots of things to do and see in Central Texas. Especially, in the Austin area. Round up the kids and have some fun…. Austin Haciendas.

ARTS & THEATER

Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Friday, Dec 3 8:00p at University of Texas at Austin: Frank Erwin Center, Austin, TX
http://www.uterwincenter.com/events/index.html

Winterland: A Journey Through ChristmaHanuKwanzaakkah!

Friday, Dec 3 7:00p at Hyde Park Theatre, Austin, TX
http://www.hydeparktheatre.org/site/index.html

8th Annual Travis Heights Art Trail

Saturday, Dec 4, 11:00a to 5:00p at Travis Heights Art Trail, Austin, TX
http://www.travisheightsart.com/

‘A Christmas Carol’

Thursday, Dec 2-12, at Scottish Rite Children’s Theatre, Austin, TX
http://www.scottishritechildrenstheatre.org/

Magic in Manhattan

Saturday, Dec 11 3:00p at AustinVentures StudioTheater, Austin, TX
http://www.balletaustin.org/magicinmanhattan/

Radio City Christmas Spectacular

Friday, Dec 17 – 31, at University of Texas at Austin: Bass Concert Hall, Austin, TX
http://www.texasperformingarts.org/season/radiocity

Ballet Austin’s Production of The Nutcracker

Wednesday, Dec 22 7:30p at Long Center for the Performing Arts, Austin, TX
http://www.thelongcenter.org/

OTHER EVENTS

VSA Texas presents Annual Holiday Art Show at Access Gallery

Today, Wed, Dec 1st– Jan 7, 12:00p to 5:00p at Access Gallery, Austin, TX
http://www.vsatx.org/accessGallery.html#holiday

Holiday Lights & Ice

Wednesday, Dec 1 – Jan 2, at Barton Creek Resort & Spa, Austin, TX
http://www.bartoncreek.com/

3rd Annual Lights of Love 5K and Kid’s K

Friday, Dec 3 5:00p at Mueller Browning Hangar, Austin, TX
http://rmhc-austin.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=433948

2010 Homestyle Holiday Hoedown with the Biscuit Brothers (aka Ho Ho Ho)

Saturday, Dec 4 6:00p to 8:00p at Pioneer Farms, Austin, TX
http://www.biscuitbrothers.com/calendar/ho3

Holiday Stroll

Saturday, Dec 4 6:00p to 9:00p at Austin Museum of Art, Austin, TX
http://www.amoa.org

Starry Extravaganza

Saturday, Dec 4 1:30p to 4:30p at Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, Austin, TX
http://www.girlstart.org/pdf/starryscience.pdf

2010 Holiday Sing-Along and Downtown Stroll

Saturday, Dec 4 6:00p to 9:00p at Texas State Capitol, Austin, TX
http://www.facebook.com/DowntownAustinHolidays

Armadillo Christmas Bazaar

Wednesday, Dec 15 9:00a at Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX
http://www.armadillobazaar.com/

Holiday Sing A Long

Tuesday, Dec 21 8:30p at Zilker Park, Austin, TX
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/zilker/zhttree.htm

Christmas in the Vineyard – Marble Falls

Friday, Dec 24 & 26 11:00a to 4:00p at Flat Creek Estate Vineyard and Winery, Marble Falls, TX
http://www.flatcreekestate.com/

BASTROP

First Friday in Bastrop “Austin Highlights”

Friday, Dec 3 6:00p to 8:00p at Jo Castillo Art Studio & Gallery, Bastrop, TX
http://jocastilloart.com/galleries.html

Bastrop’s Annual Holiday Homes Tour

Saturday, Dec 11 12:00p to 5:00p at BCHS – Bastrop County Historical Society, Bastrop, TX
http://www.bastropholidayhomestour.com/

CEDAR PARK

Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa’s Workshop

Friday, Dec 3 6:30p to 9:00p at Heritage Oak Park, Cedar Park, TX
http://www.cedarparktx.us/cp/pr_events_santa.aspx

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live!: There’s A Party In My City!

Saturday, Dec 11 2:00p at Cedar Park Center, Cedar Park, TX
http://www.cedarparkcenter.com/

GEORGETOWN

Scrooge, The Musical

Friday, Dec 3-30,at The Georgetown Palace Theatre, Georgetown, TX
http://www.georgetownpalace.com/nowplaying.php

PFLUGERVILLE

Pflugerville’s Holiday Stroll

Saturday, Dec 11 10:00a to 8:00p at Downtown, Pflugerville, TX
http://www.cityofpflugerville.com/index.aspx?NID=1496