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211 Texas is your information and referral resource for health services, food and clothing, housing, child, youth and family and elder services, education, employment, community groups, counseling and support groups, recreation and government resources, and much more. Information is free, confidential and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We speak Spanish, too. For more information, call 973-9203 or visit www.unitedwaycapitalarea.org/gethelp.
Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Austin Chapter, Support Groups are held throughout Austin and surrounding areas on various days and times. For more information, call 241-0420 or visit www.alz-austin.org.
American Cancer Society’s Support Groups. Several support groups are offered for issues such as bone marrow, breast cancer, dialogue support groups and life after loss. For more information, call 919-1866.
Angel Valley Organic Farm. Buy directly from the farm on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and enjoy a pretty drive out past Lago Vista. Or come out Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located at 11713 Jollyville Road or visit www.angelvalleyfarms.com.
Anger Management Classes. This 10-week series is held every Tuesday and Thursday at the Austin Men’s Center. For more information, call 445-7946.
Applying New Attitudes and Directions. If you are affected by anorexia nervosa or bulimia, this discussion group focuses on providing a place to meet and talk with others experiencing similar problems. Meetings are every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Insight Center. For more information, call 469-7678.
Aussie’s Bar and Grill Volleyball Tournaments. Aussie’s has ongoing tournaments, including women’s, men’s and coed “A” and “B” divisions and more. For more information, call 480-0952.
Austin Ballroom Dancers invites people of all ages who enjoy Latin, swing and smooth dancing to classes and weekly dances. Partners aren’t required at the smoke- and alcohol-free events. Classes are held Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and from 8:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. at Hancock Recreation Center, located at 811 E. 41st St. Dances are Saturdays from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Senior Activity Center, located at 2874 Shoal Crest. The cost is $8, or $5 for students and members. For more information, call 989-3939 or visit www.austinballroomdancers.org.
Austin Children’s Museum. “Storytime” is presented every Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. The cost is free with admission to the museum.
Austin Epilepsy Support Group. This support group for epilepsy patients, their families and friends meets the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Brackenridge Hospital, located at 601 E. 15th St., in the second floor conference room. For more information, call Nikki at 413-1596.
Austin Farmers Market is in downtown’s Republic Square Park at Fourth and Guadalupe streets. Growers and vendors will sell seasonal, locally grown produce, including vegetables, fruits, flowers, dairy products, baked goods and ready-to-eat foods, as well as crafts and local arts. The market will also feature cooking demonstrations, educational programs and live music. It’s open Saturdays from 8 a.m. until noon through Nov. 22. For more information, visit www.austinfarmersmarket.org.
Austin Fit Marathon Training. Register for the Austin Fit Marathon Training Program. The success rate of those who complete the program and enter and run the marathon is outstanding! For more information, call 703-6596 or visit www.austinfit.com.
Austin Floorball Club. This fast-paced, Scandinavian sport resembles a cross between floor hockey and indoor soccer. A basic floorball stick is provided; all you need is a pair of sneakers. The Austin Floorball Club is committed to fun, friendly, noncompetitive floorball play. For playing times and locations, or for more information, e-mail austin_floorball@yahoo.com or call 477-5566, ext. 1219.
The Austin Fly Fishers meet the third Thursday of each month in the Austin Northwest Recreation Center, located at 2913 Northland Drive. Fly fishing begins at 6 p.m. with a general meeting beginning at 7 p.m., followed by announcements and a speaker. For more information, call Constance Whiston at 916-4393.
Austin Meditation Center. Enjoy bhakti yoga with a vegetarian dinner and lecture Sundays from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., along with mantra meditational techniques for calming the mind and controlling the senses. Classes are always free for children, teens, adults and community groups. Mantra meditation is also offered, providing simple techniques to calm the mind and control the senses. Yoga for all levels is offered Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Fridays from 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. and Sundays from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Yoga for children is Sundays from 3:45 p.m. to 4:25 p.m. for ages 4 to 8, and 4:30 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. for ages 8 to 12. For the mindful, check out Yoga Philosophy on Tuesdays from 7:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. The first class is free but registration is required. For more information, call 472-YOGA or visit www.austinmeditation.org.
Austin Outdoor Gear Kayaking. Classes offered include introduction, flat water, moving water, whitewater and coastal. For more information and the current schedule, call Wilderness Supply at 476-3712.
Austin Paddling Club is for beginners, intermediates and experts, as well as river, lake and ocean paddlers. Meetings are held monthly every second Thursday at 7 p.m. For more information, call 448-5171.
Austin Rugby Football Club welcomes all to join the exciting game of New Zealand coaches division-one rugby. The practice location is at the Burr Field Complex, located at 6013 Loyola Lane. For more information, call Abel at 736-7609.
Austin Runners’ Club meets at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at Run-Tex south. Every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Duncan Park, there is a social run for anyone interested in running with a group. Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. come out to the MoPac footbridge on Town Lake for the midweek social scamper. For more information, call 301-4245, 922-7828 or visit www.austinrunnersclub.org.
Austin Sierra Club. The general meeting is held the first Tuesday of each month at the LCRA Hancock Building, located at 3700 Lake Austin Blvd. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.;
the program starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 305-6296.
Austin Triathletes. Club meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Matt’s el Rancho, located at 2613 South Lamar Blvd. (just north of Manchaca and south of Oltorf). For more information, call 499-4633 or visit www.austintriathletes.org.
The Basic Essentials of Health. This free program is for individuals who are interested in learning wellness for the entire family and is presented monthly at Northcross Shopping Center. For more information, call 451-6626.
Bhagavad-Gita. Ongoing classes are held on Tuesdays from 7:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. and include meditation. Classes are free. The Austin Meditation Center is located at 2307 Rio Grande St. For more information, call 472-9642.
Boggy Creek Farm. Shop the farm stand during Market Days for T.D.A.-certified organic vegetables, flowers and herbs. The market is open year-round on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The farm is located two and a half miles east of downtown, at 3414 Lyons Road. For more information, visit www.BoggyCreekFarm.com.
Bone Marrow Support Network. The bone marrow stem-cell transplant support network, cosponsored by the American Cancer Society and the Southwest Regional Cancer Center, is an ongoing service for current cancer patients and survivors. Patients undergoing bone-marrow or stem-cell transplants are able to receive information and have direct contact with others who have experienced the procedure. For more information, call 421-4100.
Breast Cancer Support Group. Meetings are for breast cancer patients only and take place on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call Eva Villanueva at 919-1886.
Cancer Support Group. Meetings are open to people with cancer, their families and friends the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Brackenridge Hospital on the ninth floor. For more information, call 324-7994.
Central Texas Division of the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition meets the first Tuesday of each month at Riverbend Church, located at 4214 Capital of Texas Highway in classroom 3B. For more information, visit www.ovarian.org or call 1 (888) OVARIAN.
Chaparral Ice offers a free one-time “Learn to Skate” class every Saturday at 12:15 p.m. and 1 p.m. for ages 6 and older, including adults. This is a great opportunity to advance to one of their beginner programs. For more information, call 252-8500 or visit www.chaparralice.com.
Cholesterol, Blood Sugar and Blood Pressure Screening. These screenings are free and take place at different Seton locations during the month: Seton McCarthy Community Health Center the third Thursday of every month from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Seton Highland Lakes Home Health/Hospice office the third Wednesday of every month from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.; and Seton Highland Lakes the second
Wednesday of every month from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 756-8003.
Climb Like a Girl. In the spirit of women and adventure, whether a veteran or a beginner, come experience the thrill of indoor climbing at R.E.I. each Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come join the women of Austin who enjoy this ever-growing sport. It’s free if you own your own shoes or you can rent a pair from our rental department for a small price. The first two Tuesdays of every month are for women 18 and older. The last two Tuesdays are for women 18 or younger. R.E.I. is located at 9901 Capitol of Texas Highway North. For more information, call 343-5550.
Colorado River Walkers meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month, at the Lower Colorado River Authority cafeteria, located at 3701 Lake Austin Blvd. For more information, visit www.io.com/~zenteer/crw/index.html.
Diabetes Support Group offers coping skills for the physical and emotional implications of the disease. It meets every Friday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Seton East Community Health Center. For more information, call 324-4930.
Eco-detective Trail. Walk the trails at the Austin Nature Center, located at 301 Nature Center Drive, Monday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call 327-8180.
Eternal Way Center. Wednesday meditation services and lectures are held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 1122 S. Lamar Blvd. For more information, call 445-1080 or visit www.eternalway.org.
Exercise for New Moms. This class, taught by a certified instructor, gets your body back in shape with low-impact, high-energy aerobics. Babies up to eight months are welcome. New participants may begin at any time. The class is at Seton Northwest Health Plaza on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Preregistration is required and costs $30 for 10 sessions or $5 per session. For more information, call 324-4450.
Finding Happiness from a Different Source. Enjoy a meditation and class on integrating Buddha’s teachings into your daily lives with Western Buddhist nun Gen Kelsang Dekyi at Chittamani Buddhist Center. Classes will take place on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. Donations are accepted. For more information, call 916-4444 for a free brochure or visit www.meditationinaustin.org.
Family Program with Western Buddhist nun Kelsang Dekyi. Bring along the children for meditation instruction and class on “What Buddha taught” at the Chittamani Buddhist Center, located at 2919 Manchaca, Ste. 102A. Donations are accepted. Classes are held on Saturdays at 12:30 p.m. For more information, call 916-4444 or visit www.meditationinaustin.org.
4H Club Shooting Sports. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at Austin Outdoor Gear & Guidance, located at 3411 N. Interstate Highway 35. For more information, call 476-3712.
Guided Historic Walking Tours. Discover downtown historic treasures on foot during guided weekend tours of the Capitol grounds and the Bremond Block, Thursday through Sunday. For more information, call 478-0098.
Hatha Yoga. Classes are based on 12 basic postures emphasizing concentration, deep breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques designed to integrate body, mind and spirit. The focus is on yoga as a holistic, spiritual lifestyle. Everyone is welcome. Classes meet Saturday at 9:30 a.m. and Mondays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Church, located at 3315 El Salido Pkwy. For more information, call 388-1162 or visit www.yogaadvaita.org.
Hiking Tour. Enjoy scenic views along the unique rock formations of Hueco Tanks, located in El Paso or Big Bend County, on an upper or lower-level hike. Tours last a minimum of two hours and begin at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. each Sunday. Reservations are required. For more information, call (915) 849-6684.
Holographic Repatterning. These group healing sessions are designed to free us from fear and limitations and empower us to create our dreams. Ongoing classes are held Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Private sessions are also available. Each session is $24. For more information call Nancy at 447-1879 or visit dakini@texas.net.
Institute of Intimate Wisdom. We’re hosting a support group for women who would like to have more satisfying and fulfilling sexual relationships. This is a safe place to learn, share personal experiences and talk openly about your sexuality. We will discuss various topics such as intimate communication, orgasm, penetration, sexual positions, sex toys and more. If we can’t talk about great sex, how do we ever hope to experience it? Call 695-7667 for directions. Attendance is free.
Mantra Meditation. Simple techniques help you gain more control of your mind and senses and find satisfaction within. These classes are for adults, children, schools and community groups and are always free. For more information, call the Austin Meditation Center at 472-9642.
Meditation for Children and Teens. Simple meditation techniques allow your child to be more in control of his or her mind and senses and to find self-acceptance. Classes meet every Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Parents are encouraged to learn too and classes are always free. Special school programs are also available. For more information, call the Austin Meditation Center at 472-9642.
Movin’ Easy Dancewear. Our danceline is a great resource for anyone. Updated weekly, the voice recording contains current information on dance events, workshops, performances, upcoming classes and job opportunities. The danceline number is 416-5700, code 3262. You can also sign up for our monthly e-mail newsletter, which lists performances for the month. E-mail mktgeasy@swbell.net to sign up.
Northwest Recreation Center Nooner Basketball. Get in shape and have fun playing basketball during your lunch hour every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Northwest Recreation Center, located at 2913 Northland Drive. There is a $2 fee for drop-ins. For more information, call 458-4107.
Oasis Gardens Farmstand. A short trip out of central Austin takes you to a new organic farmstand. The produce is vibrant and wonderful with cabbage, broccoli, fresh greens and Brussels sprouts. The stand is open Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to noon and is located at 7516 Delway Lane east of Highway 183. For more information, visit www.greenbuilder.com/oasisgardenscsa.
Optimal Health Institute of Austin holds its open house every Sunday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and enjoy the beautiful property, learn about our program and be our guest for dinner. For more information, call 261-5367. Outdoor Adventures: A Component of the University of Texas at Austin’s Division of Recreational Sports. Register for a variety of instructional and recreational outdoor events such as backpacking, biking, canoeing, outdoor rock climbing, kayaking, hiking and rafting. U.T. affiliation is not required. For more information, call 471-3116.
Overeaters Anonymous (O.A.) Compulsive overeaters are invited to attend one of two new weekly meetings of OA. We’re not a diet club and there are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. Members seek recovery on three levels, following a 12-step program modeled after Alcoholics Anonymous. Saturdays from 11 to noon we meet at 10010 Anderson Mill Road, Bldg. D, room 205, and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. we meet at Hyde Park Presbyterian Church located at 3913 Ave. B. For more information, call 266-7952.
Pflugerville Panda Bears is a start-up sports exercise group for Austin-area folks around 35to 45 years old (and their friends and family). Interested in softball in the summer, soccer in the fall or basketball in the winter? Give John Raymond a call at 990-2624 or visit www.pflugervillepandabears@yahoo.com.
Protect Your Back: A Proven, Effective Back Injury-Prevention Program. Allow the American Red Cross to give you a hands-on, practical course. For more information, call 928-4271.
Qigong. These Chinese self-healing classes are offered at Clear Spring Studio, located at 3918-C Far West Blvd., from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. every Tuesday. The cost is $32 for four weeks. For more information, call 266-7926.
Run-Tex Training.
Run-Tex sponsors training sessions starting at 5:45 p.m. around Town Lake’s south shore beginning at Run-Tex, located at 422 Riverside Drive. The workouts are free and accommodate all levels of runners. The Monday and Wednesday workouts are for the more advanced crowd. Tuesdays and Thursdays are for beginner and intermediate runners. For more information, call 472-3254.
She Climbs Rock Climbing Club. An all-female rock climbing club, our goal is to “put women on rocks” through a caring and supportive environment. We have weekly outings on Thursdays and monthly potlucks. The potlucks are every third Sunday of the month at 6 p.m. For more information, call 926-0941 or visit www.sheclimbs-Austin.org.
Sierra Club Running/Walking Group. Meetings are held every Sunday at 8 a.m. (all year long) beginning at the steps of the Austin High School tennis courts. One hour of exercise is followed by a breakfast/social hour at a nearby restaurant. For more information, call Merle Miller at 445-6223.
Skating, Hockey and Ringette Registration is currently being held at Chaparral Ice. Call to find out about the next “learn to skate in a week” class: 252-8500 or visit www.chaparralice.com for more information.
Spiritual Principles and Relationships is an ongoing weekly, one-hour program designed to give you the tools to create empowering relationships and a deeply meaningful life. The suggested donation is $7 and all adults are welcome. Classes are Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Eternal Way Center, located at 1122 S. Lamar Blvd. Call Michael Biles for details at 477-1119.
Sports Safety Training. This six-and-one-half-hour workplace program is offered through the American Red Cross, or your training facility, and features video and classroom instruction. For more information, call Mary Edwards at 928-4271, ext. 239.
STAR: Seniors in Training and Recreation Program. This program features guest speakers discussing health- or fitness-related topics and begins at 11:30 a.m. the final Thursday of each month at The Hills Fitness Center, located at 4615 Bee Caves Road. For more information, call 327-4881.
Stop the Week. Wind down after a busy week. Learn to meditate, chant prayers and relax, followed by food and drink at the Chittamani Buddhist Center, Fridays at 6:30 p.m .The center is located at 2919 Manchaca, Ste.102A (at S. Lamar Blvd.). For more information, call 916-4444 or visit www.meditationinaustin.org.
Stumpy Hollow Nature Hike. Take a guided nature hike through the trails of Inks Lake State Park from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. every Saturday. Bring good walking shoes, water and a hat. Meet at the parking lot across from the park office. For more information, call (512) 793-2223.
T’ai Chi Ch’uan. T’ai chi is a choreographed set of martial art postures that are designed to increase one’s power and agility. This exercise helps improve range of motion and lung capacity, placing special emphasis on balance. Participants can enjoy reduced stress and a feeling of well-being. The cost is $36 for six weeks and reservations are recommended. Classes take place every Monday at The Human Potential Center, located at 2007 Bert Ave. For more information, visit www.humanpotentialcenter .org or call 441-8988.
Trail Maintenance. Volunteers are invited to the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve to help us repair portions of trails, control erosion and make our trails safe for everyone to enjoy. For more information, call 327-7622 or e-mail to hike@wildbasin.org.
Travis Audubon Society meets monthly every third Thursday at 7 p.m. at Camp Mabry, building 82. For more information, call 926-8751.
Tri-Fit Triathlon Training. Are you looking to fine-tune your swimming, biking or running skills, complete your first triathlon or just balance your fitness routine? Then train to be tri-fit! Learn the latest triathlon-training techniques in one of Ironsmith’s highly personalized classes. All ability levels are welcome. Class fees include access to our state-of-the-art fitness facilities during the duration of the course and the tri-fit training handbook. Preregistration is required. Call 454-4766 or visit www.fitnessdoctors.com.
Volksport, Volksmarch, or Volkswalk. Although you’re likely not familiar with these terms, this activity started in Europe, as the names might suggest. This group hosts noncompetitive walking events that you start when you’re ready within a three- or four-hour window. Each walker receives a map of the route and walks the length of their choice. For more information, visit www.walktexas.org.
Vegetarian Dinner, Meditation and Lecture is held every Friday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Austin Meditation Center, located at 2307 Rio Grande St. The suggested donation for dinner is $3. Call 472-9642 or visit www.austinmeditation.org.
Walking Wild Cave Tour. Take a guided tour to the large and interesting Gorman Cave. The hike includes a beautiful three-mile, round-trip hike over hill country terrain. Good hiking shoes and a flashlight are required. Please, no children under 6. Walks are held every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting, from 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The cost is $10 per person and reservations are recommended. For more information, call (325) 628-3240.
Westlake Farmers Market. Browse booths of more than 35 vendors selling fresh, organic vegetables, fruits and much more. The market is open year-round, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the parking lot of Westlake High School, located at 4100 Westbank Drive, between Loop 360 (Capital of Texas Highway) and Bee Caves Road. For more information, call Pamela Boyar at 280-1976 or visit www.WestlakeFarmersMarket.com.
Wild Basin Preserve. Tours are available including special tours occasionally offered during the weekend. Call for meeting times. The preserve is located at Loop 360, one mile north of Bee Caves Road. For more information, call 327-7622 or visit www.wildbasin.org.
Wild Basin Tour-Guide Training. If you would like to learn the wild plants, animals and geology of the Central Texas Hill Country, stop by the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve any Wednesday morning from 9 a.m. to noon for your free certification. For more information, call 327-7622.
Wild Goose Qigong. Qigong (sometimes spelled “Chi Kung”) is a type of exercise developed in ancient China. It combines physical and mental techniques to increase and circulate one’s “qi” or internal energy. Wild Goose Qigong uses the flowing and graceful movements of geese. Classes are held each Monday at The Human Potential Center, located at 2007 Bert Ave. There is a fee of $5 and reservations are recommended. For more information, call 441-8988 or visit www.humanpotentialcenter.org.
Women’s Roadrunner Hockey meets at Chaparral Ice on Sundays from 11 a.m. to noon. New and experienced players are invited. The eight-week session costs $130. For more information, call Leslie at 252-8500.
The Wright House Wellness Center. Long Term Survivors is for anyone who has known their HIV diagnosis for six years or more. The support group meets in eight-week sessions every Monday night at 6 p.m., and is facilitated by a licensed psychologist. The group is free to all clients of the Wright House Wellness Center. “Wednesday Wellness” is a support group for anyone who has known their HIV diagnosis for five years or less. For more information or to become a client, call The Wright House Wellness Center at 467-0088.
Yoga at McKinney Roughs. Reduce stress using breathing techniques and stretching exercises to improve relaxation, flexibility, strength and concentration. Classes cost $10 per visit and are held every Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The first visit is half price. For more information, call 303-5073.
Yoga and Meditation for Children. Classes for children 4 to 10 are held every Sunday at the Austin Meditation Center from 3:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. The first class is free. Reservations are required. For more information, call 472-YOGA (9642).
Yoga and Meditation for Teens. This class is for ages 11 to 16 and is held on Sundays at the Austin Meditation Center from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. The first class is free. Reservations are required. For more information, call 472-YOGA (9642).
Yoga for Your Life, Especially for Seniors. Classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays at Café Dance Studio, located at 3307-B Hancock Drive, from noon to 1 p.m. For more information, call 459-8066.
Feb. 1
Free Introductory Dance Lessons at Go Dance. Come find out what makes us Austin’s premiere dance studio. Joins us for free dance classes in salsa at 4:30 p.m., swing at 5:15 p.m., and two-step at 6 p.m. No partner is necessary. For more information, call 339-9391 or visit www.godance.cc.
Feb. 1 to 6
Bliss Yoga. According to Rama Berch, if you are not sure what bliss is, you will know by the end of this week with her. Originator of Svaroopa Yoga (svaroopa is Sanskrit for bliss), Berch teaches that bliss is your natural state. Her yoga style guides you through profound techniques designed to develop inner opening and invite change and healing in the body, mind and emotions. Basing her work on the ancient understanding of the body as a physical form of consciousness, she shows us how to use the body as a gateway to the inner dimensions of our own essence. Accessible to both beginners and more advanced yoga practitioners, this workshop teaches poses (asana) and breathing (pranayama) as a foundation. This workshop will take place at Omega at the Crossings. The cost is $350 and accommodations are not included. For more information, call (877) 944-3003 or visit www.omegacrossings.com.
Feb. 3
Reincarnation Explained. Enjoy this fourpart meditation and lecture series meeting each Tuesday in February from 7:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Come to all or any part. Reservations are appreciated. The lectures will be held at The Austin Meditation Center, located at 2307 Rio Grande St. For more information, call 472-9642 or visit www.austinmeditation.org.
Feb. 4 to 28
“The Phantom of the Opera.” With worldwide box office sales of more than $3 billion, “The Phantom of the Opera” is the most successful entertainment venture of the 20th century. This musical tells the story of a masked figure who lurks beneath the catacombs of the Paris Opera House madly in love with an innocent young soprano named Christine, devoting himself to creating a new star by nurturing Christine’s extraordinary talents and by employing all of the devious methods at his command. Tickets range in price from $24.50 to $54. The show will take place at the University of Texas Performing Arts Center, located on the U.T. campus. For more information, call 471-1444 or visit www.utpac.org.
Feb. 7
Moonlighting. Enjoy a spectacular view of the moon and learn about the natural history of the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, located at 805 N. Capital of Texas Hwy. Bring water, a flashlight and a cushion to sit on. The fun begins at 7 p.m., weather permitting, and reservations are required. The cost is $3 for adults, $1 for children ages 5 to 12, and free for children under 5. For reservations, call 327-7622 or e-mail hike@wildbasin.org. Call Inside Line at 416-5700, category 3560, for updated information, particularly if the weather is threatening.
Samba Workshop. Are you ready for Carnaval Brasileiro? Add an extra element of fun to your experience at Palmer Auditorium this year and learn to samba! This class will be held from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The cost is $15 per person at the door. For more information, call Go Dance at 339-9391 or visit www.godance.cc.
The How’s and Why’s of Being a Healthy Vegetarian. Enjoy a lecture, handouts, charts, video and dinner from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The cost is $20 and preregistration is required. The dinner will be held at The Austin Meditation Center, located at 2307 Rio Grande St. For more information, call 472-9642 or visit www.austinmeditation.org.
Feb. 8
Sunday Salsa Social. Join Go Dance and friends for an evening of hardcore salsa dancing in a smoke-free environment to some of the best music in town. The dance will take place from 7:15 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. and the cost is $5 per person at the door. For more information, call 339-9391 or visit www.godance.cc.
Feb. 13
Games Night. Children will have the opportunity to play relays, freeze dance and active games in a supervised environment. The staff to child ratio is 10:1. A snack and drink will be provided. Children ages 5 to 10 are invited to participate. Game night will take place from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The cost is $5. For more information, call Round Rock Parks and Recreation at 341-3361 or visit www.ci.round-rock.tx.us/parks-rec/pard.htm.
Spring 2004 Salsa Party. Join U.T. Informal Classes for a night of sizzling salsa dancing at the Spring 2004 Salsa Party. Enjoy a wonderful evening of dancing on a wonderful dancefloor, at the spacious Texas Union Ballroom. This event will offer you a great opportunity to practice your moves and have some fun with friends in the process. The evening will features the music of z’The Brewz’ and will be occasionally punctuated by a few minilessons in salsa, merengue and cha cha. The dancing begins at 8 p.m. The cost is $8 in advance and $12 at the door. For more information, call 23-CLASS ( 232-5277) or visit www.informalclasses.org.
Feb. 14
Moonlight and Music Concert. Enjoy a romantic concert featuring guest artists Christine Albert and Chris Gage. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the opening act begins at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held in the climate-controlled Benson-Carr Hall, located at the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve at 805 N. Capitol of Texas Hwy. Guests will be seated in folding chairs. Tickets are $25 until Feb.1, $35 until Feb. 14 and $40 at the door. Seating is limited. For more information, call 327-7622 or visit www.wildbasin.org.
Valentine’s Dance. Join Go Dance and friends from around the Austin area for an evening of romance and dancing! Desserts and a champagne toast will be provided, along with an evening of fabulous dance music to a variety of dance styles. Singles and couples alike are welcome. The dance will take place from 8:15 p.m. to midnight. The ost is $25 per ticket. For reservations call 339-9391 or visit www.godance.cc.
Wild Basin Walk. Explore the different trails of Wild Basin, located at 805 N. Capital of Texas Hwy. This two-hour hike is a great introduction to the preserve and the Hill Country itself. Learn about the plants, animals and geology of this area, starting at noon. Reservations are required The cost is $3 for adults and $1 for ages 5 to 12. For more information, call 327-7622 or e-mail hike@wildbasin.org.
Feb. 14, 28
Simple Sounds Concert in the Cave. This is a unique way to enjoy the park in the “original indoors.” Local acoustic artists bring “the live music capital of the world” to the beautiful Hill Country. The concert will be followed by a hot chocolate and coffee social where you get to meet the artists. Fees are $10 for TCP members and $12 for nonmembers; $11 for senior citizens; and $8 for children 12 and under. Reservations are required. For more information, call (877) 441-2283, (512) 756-4680 or visit www.longhorncaverns.com.
Feb. 16
Trans Fats Seminar. Participants in this free class, led by Randalls’ Food Markets’ nutritionist, Lori Valencic, M.Ed., R.D., L.D., will learn how to avoid trans fats in their daily diets. The seminar will take place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Randall’s located at 3300 Bee Caves Road, and will be repeated from noon to 1 p.m. at the Randall’s at 10900 Research Blvd. Reservations may be made by contacting the courtesy booth at the stores or by calling the Bee Caves store at 327-1881, the Research Blvd. store at 342-4250, or by visiting www.randall’s.com and clicking on “Ask Lori.”
Feb. 18
Overcoming Mind Hunger. This introduction to the three-part Overcoming Mind Hunger program will present the principles of eating according to true physical hunger and includes exercises to help you learn how stress and emotions influence eating behavior, to identify the underlying causes of food cravings and begin the process of stepping out of the diet/binge cycle. The class will be held at 4131 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. M-1 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The cost is $40. For more information, call Alexa Sparkman at 257-0898 or visit www.mindhunger.com.
Feb. 20
Is it Love or Lust?. Enjoy a vegetarian dinner at 7 p.m. and meditation and lecture from 7:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Donations will be accepted. The dinner will be held at The Austin Meditation Center, located at 2307 Rio Grande St. For more information, call 472-9642 or visit www.austinmeditation.org.
Swimmin’ Cinema. Come enjoy swimmin’ cinema at clay Madsen Recreation Center indoor pool in round Rock. Swim and watch “Ice Age!” The cost is $6 for adults and $4 for children ages 17 and under. A discount of $1 will be applied to each ticket purchased on or before Feb. 19. For more information, call Round Rock Parks and Recreation at 341-3361 or visit www.ci.round-rock.tx.us/parks-rec/pard.htm.
West Coast Swing Dance. Join Go Dance in an evening of West Coast Swing dancing in a smoke-free environment on one of the best ballroom dance floors in town. The dance will take place from 9:15 p.m. to midnight. The cost is $5 per person at the door. Everyone is welcome! For more information, call 339-9391 or visit www.godance.cc.
Feb. 20 to 22
Ragin' Racquets Tournament. The Clay Madsen Recreation Center (C.M.R.C.) will host Ragin'’ Racquets, a three-day racquetball tournament sanctioned by Texas Racquetball Association geared for every level of play for men’s and women’s divisions. Pick up your registration form at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center. The tournament will take place on Friday from 6 p.m to 10 p.m, Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The C.M.R.C. racquetball court fee is $35. For more information, call 341-3361 or e-mail Nette Lueker at nlueker@round-rock.tx.us.
Feb. 21
Trail Project. The friends of Enchanted Rock are sponsoring this volunteer effort to rebuild the park trails. Groups and individuals are welcome to volunteer to move stone and gravel to work on areas and build steps, retaining walls and erosion control features. Free overnight camping is available Friday and Saturday night and the park entrance fee will be waived on Saturday and Sunday for all volunteers. For more information, call (325) 247-3903, ext.8 or visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us/events.
Feb. 22
Stargazing. Learn about the planets, stars and constellations as you peer into the fathomless, fabulous night sky, weather permitting, at the Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, located at 805 N. Capital of Texas Hwy. Stargazing will run from 7 p.m to 8 p.m. Bring drinking water, a flashlight and a cushion to sit on. Please leave all valuables at home. The cost is $3 for adults, $1 for ages 5 to 12, and those under 5 will be admitted for free. Reservations are required. For more information, call 327-7622 or e-mail hike@wildbasin.org.
Feb. 25
Overcoming Food Cravings. This class will help you learn effective techniques to control cravings that lead you to the refrigerator when you aren’t hungry. You will identify personal eating triggers and learn the C.A.L.M. plan to change eating behavior. This class will be held at 4131 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. M-1, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The cost is $50. For more information, call Alexa Sparkman at 257-0898 or visit www.mindhunger.com.
Feb. 27 to 29
Yoga and Walking. Walking is the most natural movement for the body, which makes it the easiest way to begin exercising if you are out of shape. Yoga is becoming widely known as a way to strengthen and stretch your muscles to help relieve all kinds of physical ailments, from back pain to sciatica. Both yoga and walking tone, cleanse and strengthen all the major systems of the body in a gentle, yet powerful, way while minimizing the chance of injury. And both can provide you with a sustainable health regimen that will stick with you for the rest of your life. In this workshop, you’ll discover how combining yoga and walking can dramatically rejuvenate both your body and soul, leaving you feeling alive and well, integrated and fit. This workshop will take place at Omega at the Crossings. The cost is $240, not including overnight accommodations. For more information, call (877) 944-3003 or visit www.omegacrossings.com.
Feb. 28
Country Western Dance Party. Get ready to two-step with the best country and western dancers in town! We will play a variety of country including: two-step, waltz. triple two-step, swing, polka and cha-cha. The dance will take place from 8:15 to midnight. The cost is $5 per person at the door. For more information, call 339-9391 or visit www.godance.cc.
Pioneer Plants and People. Follow Joanne Birch along the trail in her discussion of uses of plants found in Wild Basin by native peoples and by European settlers from 1835 forward. The cost is $3 for adults and $1 for children ages 5 to 12. Reservations are required. Call 327-7622 or e-mail hike@wildbasin.org.
Salsa Party Workshops. Shaka Brown and Irene Holtzman from Washington, D.C. will be giving salsa workshops at Go Dance Saturday afternoon. Then join them for a sizzling salsa dance Saturday evening at 9 p.m. to midnight at Go Dance, with a very special performance by Shaka and Irene. For more information or to register, contact Go Dance at 339-9391 or visit www.godance.cc.
The Texas 5 Texas Independence Day Run. The Texas Independence Day Run will start at 8:30 a.m., Feb. 28 at 16th Street and Congress Avenue. The course goes through the capitol grounds and downtown Austin. The event benefits Celebrate Texas, an Austin-based nonprofit whose goal is to encourage and promote education of the general public regarding Texas Independence Day, and the history of Texas and its people. To register, visit www.doitsports.com.
Y.E.S. seminar/workshop Feb. 28th & 29th, 2004.
Yoga Education in Schools (non-profit organization).
"Sound & Silence"
Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Special program at 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
at the Lakeway Inn, Austin, Texas.
Please register before Feb. 22.
Tel (512) 266 9862 or 940 1510.
Email yes@keepfitwithyoga.com
www.keepfitwithyoga.com
Class listing:
Satyananda Yoga Center (Bihar School of Yoga) class at the
Asian American Cultural Center every Thursday evening 7:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
for over 18, all levels.
Also suitable for Pre-natal, physically limited and Seniors.
Friday 4:15 to 5 p.m. Kid's Yoga class for ages 4 to 12.
At the Asian American Cultural Center.
Yoga for Children on Monday at 4:15 to 4:45 p.m.
Yoga for Teens on Monday at 4:45 to 5:15 p.m.
Personal Yoga Instruction Monday at 5:15 p.m. & Wednesday at 1:15 p.m.
at the Hills Fitness Center taught by Satyananda Yoga Center (Bihar School
of Yoga)
266 9862 or 940 1510.
keepfitwithyoga@msn.com
www.keepfitwithyoga.com
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