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East Austin Band students play at Stubbs with their Music Pro Mentors

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 Anthropos Arts, an Austin-based nonprofit that offers opportunities for educational, social, and personal growth to underserved students in grades 6-12 held their Twelfth annual end-of-year concert at Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater. The show featured performances by East Austin music students with their musician-mentors who had spent the last several months receiving individual instruction from some of Austin’s finest professional musicians. “Our program is about so much more than … [Read more...]

2011 Summer Leadership Training Program in Washington D.C.

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This summer LaunchPad (LP), local organization that reaches out to disadvantage students that are at academic crossroads due to at-risk behavior, is partnering with Enlightened Leadership Training Program in Washington, D.C. LaunchPad has identified 5 students who have successfully completely the LP program to be the Texas Delegation for the summer training camp running from July 24 through July 30. The training will include intensive activities with seminar topics ranging from leadership, … [Read more...]

Adding color to your home

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Tired of coming home to the same color pallet?  How about adding some dramatic color combinations into your space?  “Black, red and gold. Aqua blue and light orange,” Ariana Anderson, Owner/Designer at Interior Devotion (http://www.interiordevotion.com/), explains about dramatic color, combinations that work well, and one of her favorite colors. “I LOVE using almost any shade of blue when decorating.” Anderson inspires her clients to select colors that will make them feel their best. … [Read more...]

The Umlauf Garden Party

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The 13th Annual Umlauf Garden Party benefiting the museum’s education programs on April 28th, 2011, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. will celebrate the work of 20th-century American sculptor and Austin resident Charles Umlauf (1911-1994) while guests mingle in the grounds of the beautiful Umlauf Sculpture Garden, sip wine, and are treated to culinary creations prepared by twenty two of Austin’s finest restaurants. Attendees will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the museum’s founding and the centennial … [Read more...]

Subiendo: The Academy for Rising Leaders

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Subiendo is a five-day intensive leadership program on the University of Texas Campus open to 11th graders across the state of Texas. The academy will be held June 12th – 16th and is an opportunity for students to explore living on a University campus, as well as networking with nationally prominent community, political, and business leaders while addressing real-world challenges. The Academy is free to students and their families.  The application deadline has been extended to Monday, April … [Read more...]

APD—Recruiting the best for the best

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The Austin Police Department (APD) announced it will begin accepting applications starting April 1, 2011 at 7am. One of the top law enforcement agencies in the nation, the APD encourages all qualified men and women to apply. According to sources at the APD, there are several benefits to becoming a law enforcement officer. “The potential for advancement is limitless in this field. One major benefit of being a police officer in Austin is that there are many paths that you can take while … [Read more...]

Considerations for planning your next home party

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Whether planning a small get together or creating an elaborate theme party like a sweet heart social, there are many factors to take into consideration when entertaining at your home. Co-owners of Lemon Grass Creative Concepts Beatriz Gamboa-Marty and Vanessa Marty, MBA share their creative expertise in party planning. “A few questions will help you set the date, size and nature of the event,” explains Vanessa Marty.  “What type of party/event would you like to have? Is there any special … [Read more...]

Lunar New Year Gala

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The Texas Asian Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is holding the 15th Annual Lunar New Year Gala on Saturday, February 5th from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the Bob Bullock Texas State history Museum with the theme of “Leap into Prosperity,” in conjunction with the Year of the Rabbit.  This fun-filled evening will feature a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance to ward off evil spirits, a Parade of Nations, emceed by award-winning actor Leng Wong, business awards recognition, and scholarship awards. Texans … [Read more...]

Teen Parent Mentor of Austin

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The Teen Parent Mentor Network of Austin (TPMN) will be hosting a Kickoff Party and Silent Auction with items from local Austin retailers as an introduction to the Austin area on January 30, 2011 from 6-8 PM at the Old Pecan Street Café (504B Trinity Street in Downtown Austin).  The event is open to the public and free with donations collected at the door, free appetizers, and a cash bar. Net proceeds for this event will go to help TPMN provide quality mentors and resources to the young parents … [Read more...]

Home Improvement Loans

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Homeowners should review all the different loan programs with their trusted mortgage representative before making their final decision on financing their next home project.  Oliva Lerma, Loan Officer with Southwest Funding and current President of National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals, Austin Chapter, has been in the mortgage industry for over 8 years where she has met so many families and assisted them with their mortgage needs. The two most popular home improvement loan … [Read more...]

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