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Guide to Austin, Texas Hang out with the Locals LIVE MUSIC CAPITAL OF THE WORLD Guide to Austin, Texas Hang Out with the Locals BATS - SOUTH CONGRESS BRIDGE March – November every evening around sunset FIRST THURSDAYS ON SOCO Stores along South Congress stay open late for a monthly block party ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE CINEMA Local movie theatre serves food and drinks, events include sing-alongs & movie mocking BOOK PEOPLE Leading independent bookstore since 1970, lots of events for adults and kids ZACH THEATRE Oldest operating theatre in Texas; year-round season of more than 500 performances Austin is renowned for its quality of life, music and cultural scene, moderate cost of living, warm climate, open green spaces, and laid-back lifestyle. Austin is a melting pot for individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and AOMA students both reflect and actively participate in this rich community. Austin Eats RESTAURANTS MARKETS KERBEY LANE CAFE WHEATSVILLE COOP Five locations, each serving breakfast, lunch, A full service, natural foods cooperative and dinner 24 hours a day grocery store supplying high-quality food and non-doctrinaire information about CHUY’S food. Two locations. Chuy’s Mexican Food serves up fresh, made-from-scratch Tex-Mex with multiple WHOLE FOODS MARKET locations across Austin. Features cooking demonstrations, food sampling, sit-down dining and takeout THE SALT LICK BBQ areas, and thousands of fresh and all- World-renowned Bar-B-Que with an extra natural ingredients in every department. portion of Texas Hill Country hospitality CENTRAL MARKET MOTHER’S CAFE Offers an unmatched selection of domestic A garden to table vegetarian restaurant with and imported goods, cooking classes, and great food and comfortable spaces. celebrations of different foods throughout the year. CASA DE LUZ Austin’s only all-organic, macrobiotic dining BARTON CREEK FARMERS MARKET & community center Healthy food from local Texas farmers at two locations in south Austin. TORCHY’S TACOS Serving “Damn Good Tacos” in several SUSTAINABLE FOOD CENTER locations throughout Austin FARMERS MARKETS Cultivates a healthy community by BLUE DAHLIA BISTRO strengthening the local food system and Enjoy a leisurely meal at a European-style improving access to nutritious, affordable bistro. Perfect weekend brunch spot. food. EAST SIDE KING + QUI Contemporary Japanese restaurants by “Top Chef, Texas” Paul Qui Life is Better Outside HIKE & BIKE TRAILS @ LADY BIRD LAKE Pleasant, mostly flat, 7.2 walk with several excellent views of downtown Austin and Lady Bird Lake BARTON CREEK GREENBELT Trails in central Austin for biking, running, rock climbing, swimming and hiking ZILKER PARK 351-acre park in central Austin LADY BIRD JOHNSON WILDFLOWER CENTER Central Texas is known for its wildflowers, check out some of the unique local flora. VISIT AOMA IN AUSTIN, TEXAS! With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, Austin offers the perfect climate to enjoy its 16,500 acres of public parkland, 74 miles of hike and bike trails, and numerous spring-fed pools. Whether your passion is swimming, biking, rock climbing, or simply taking the dog for a walk, Austin offers many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. How to Beat the Heat DRESS FOR THE HEAT RELAX Flip-flops and tank tops are the Do less. Get out early, stay out late. official Austin wardrobe. Wear Relax in the middle of the day. natural fibers like cotton and linen. Bring a layer with you – everywhere GO SWIMMING inside is air conditioned, so you Cool your core temperature at a need a cover-up. Get a hat with local swimming hole: a wide brim. BARTON SPRINGS POOL HYDRATE Natural, spring-fed, 68 degrees year-round Drink lots of water; eat lots of melon DEEP EDDY POOL and cucumbers! Spring and city water, 65-75 degrees HAMILTON POOL PRESERVE PARK IN THE SHADE West of Austin (pictured below) Finding a shady spot to part your car KRAUSE SPRINGS is worth it even if you have to walk a West of Austin little farther. BLUE HOLE Wimberley, south of Austin Live Music Capital Austin boasts the largest number of live music venues per capita in the world and is home to the world- renowned SXSW and Austin City Limits music festivals. Find your groove to locally and nationally known musicians at these musical landmarks. ACL LIVE @ THE MOODY THEATER State-of-the-art live music venue that hosts the PBS series Austin City Limits STUBB’S Locally owned venue books national names THE CONTINENTAL CLUB Longtime local favorite THE BROKEN SPOKE Texas dance hall in south Austin THE ELEPHANT ROOM Cool jazz in the basement THE MOHAWK Big names in an intimate experience Best Places to Study NORTH SOUTH BENNU COFFEE BOULDIN CREEK CAFE Coffee lounge with soft lighting and Fairly priced, wholesome vegetarian (& comfy chairs with a selection of light vegan options) food. Open until midnight. dishes and snacks. Open 24/7. IRIE BEAN FLIGHTPATH COFFEEHOUSE Coffee shop with positive vibes on South This neighborhood cafe is guaranteed to Lamar. Coffee, espresso, beer and wine. be a quiet place to come and study. Open until 11:00PM, 7 days. STRANGE BREW Organic Fair Trade Espresso and coffee MOZART’S Bagels, paninis, pastries, and much more. A European style atmosphere with Open 24 / 7. extraordinary lake views overlooking the hills on Lake Austin. SUMMERMOON A unique locally owned Austin experience CHERRYWOOD COFFEE of wood-fired, organic, fair trade coffee A casual and comfy neighborhood joint on South 1st St. with a friendly, welcoming vibe. The sign outside proclaims “Real Food”- real good THAI FRESH food; along with coffee, beer, and wine. A family owned restaurant, cooking school, and Thai market all in one. Café CENOTE features coffee bar and gluten free Selection of single origin coffees by the bakery. single cup that are always French pressed. RADIO PACHA Specialty espresso, gourmet coffee, and Organic coffees, teas and espresso craft beer. as well as food from East Side drinks. Also offering an array of organic Pies and Veracruz Tacos in a relaxing, and made from scratch baked goods, outdoor, cozy environment. breakfast, and daily lunch specials. BARTON CREEK GREENBELT See “Life’s better outside” section. Visit Austin & AOMA PLAN A TRIP TO AUSTIN Austin is a vibrant and dynamic city with a host of entertainment options for visitors. Get helpful tips and information about travel, accommodations, and finding your way around the city to make planning your visit to Austin easy. TOUR THE AOMA CAMPUS Visiting the campus is a great way to get a personal sense of the graduate progams. While on campus visitors can speak with admissions staff, attend a class, and receive a complimentary acupuncture treatment in the student clinic. QUESTIONS? [email protected] 512-492-3013 800-824-9987 x 213 www.aoma.edu.
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