Archives for May 2014

Peter Pan Mini Golf for Rookies

Written by Emily O'Shaughnessy | May 30, 2014

Peter Pan Mini Golf is an Austin institution. Family owned and operated since 1946, it’s one-of-a-kind and uniquely Austin.

It’s hard to miss the giant, iconic statue on Barton Springs and South Lamar. The place is fun and memorable for people of all ages. On any given day you’ll see kids, adults, coworkers on “team building” excursions, locals and tourists alike all putting colored golf balls through strange things.

If you’ve never been but plan to check it off your Austin bucket list this summer, here are a few helpful tips:

Lake Travis Area History: Steiner Ranch

Written by Todd Hower | May 29, 2014

The story of Steiner Ranch is as big and as colorful as its founder, the late Thomas Casper “Buck” Steiner.

From a dusty and desolate upbringing to rubbing elbows with some of the country’s highest entertainers and politicians, the rodeo showman turned leather businessman from Cedar Creek was one character, to say the least.

Born and raised in Bastrop County in 1899, Buck was a farm boy who was brought up to endure the hardships of country life, already picking cotton by the age of 6. By the ripe age of 12 he had run away and found work at nearby Wild West shows, lying about his age to book the gigs.

Done Is Better Than Perfect*

Written by Emily O'Shaughnessy | May 28, 2014

As the popular saying goes, “done is better than perfect.”

I suppose we could debate this statement over and over, but I tend to agree. There are times when we just need to get it done, knock it out and move on down the list.

Granted, this concept doesn’t apply to all situations.

Doctors, firefighters, figure skaters, pilots and wedding photographers come to mind as permanently exempt. Nobody wants a surgeon to hold up his hands and say, “good enough, we’re done!” when the procedure wasn’t performed with 100% accuracy and precision.

Go Dance: Best Dance Lessons in Austin

Written by Mandy Spivey | May 27, 2014

What’s your favorite dance move?

This question might seem like a bad pick up line to some, but to others the question is quite serious. From Tango to Swing, from Two Step to Rumba, there are as many styles of dance as there are cultures in this world.

Since my experience on the dance floor promptly stopped in high school (getting called out as an awkward dancer can do wonders to the self-esteem, let me tell you), I was reserved about the thought of being thrown into the action of dance once again.

But this fear of dance is something the instructors at Go Dance hope to rid Austinites of, in a fun and educational atmosphere.

Zilker Park: Something For Everyone at Austin's Most-Loved Park

Written by Emily O'Shaughnessy | May 23, 2014

Zilker Metropolitan Park is one of those enchanting places you could spend an entire day — heck, an entire week — and not get tired of exploring.

At 350+ acres the place is huge. It includes the famous Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Botanical Garden, Austin Nature & Science Center, a playground and tons of green lawn area.

Another highlight is the Zilker Zephyr train that chugs through the park daily. It’s and inexpensive and fun way to see more of the park. I did this recently with my family and we all enjoyed the experience.

Archives for May 2014

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