When you live in a mansion on Lake Austin …
Former NBA star Chris Bosh moved into a nine-bedroom, five-bathroom mansion along Lake Austin in the Steiner Ranch community last June and brought along an assistant that was logging 70 hours a week as a driver, taking care of the family dogs, assembling furniture, and taking out the trash. It got messy when the pay changed from an hourly wage to a fixed salary, and Bosh believed the new setup exempted the assistant from overtime compensation. And now we have a lawsuit. This wouldn’t have anything do with Chris Bosh making more than $239 million in NBA earnings, would it?
When your cruise ship is rolling …
Can we get a refund? A Lakeway couple was onboard the Viking Sky cruise ship when all four engines lost power in stormy weather off the coast of Norway. They rode out the rolling cruise ship which eventually regained its engine power and made it to a nearby port Sunday afternoon. They spent about $20,000 on the trip and was told they’d get a full refund.
When you skip the tacos and live music …
The New York Post put you on their list for a spring break destination. Frazzled New Yorkers and overtaxed Manhattanites are skipping the tacos and live music in favor of yoga and hatchet throwing at the new wellness resort Miraval overlooking Lake Travis in the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve.
When you’re thinking about moving away from the “Y” …
The site plan for a new store hasn’t been approved yet, but the H-E-B at the “Y” is concerned. H-E-B owns land less than two miles away, and the new location would make a lot more sense if the current location is impacted by significant road changes planned for the area.
When you deliver packages …
You need to employ more people. In the last four years, Amazon has created more than a 1,000 jobs in Austin and the new Amazon office — located in the Domain — will open in 2020. Hiring new employees is expected to take place over the next several years. When and who will move into the 3M building at Four Points?
When you’ve got 20 seconds to watch a sunrise …
When you’re a 12-year-old philanthropist and party planner …
On Wednesday, LTL’s Cathy Hale introduced you to Kaylynn, a local 6th grader who turned her love of animals into a mission to help rescue dogs.
When the time to move comes early …
More homes in Central Texas sold last month than any February on record. See the Central Texas Housing Market Report from the Austin Board of Realtors.
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What to do if you’re out & about today and this weekend …
Tech Coach at Lake Travis Community Library.
Sofia Bubbles Happy Hour at Lakeway Resort & Spa.
Live Team Trivia at LT Corner Pub.
Barefoot in The Park presented by The Lakeway Players at Lakeway Activity Center.
The Merles at Mercer Street Dance Hall.
George DeVore and Appa-George-Ty at Poodies Roadhouse in Spicewood.
Friday, March 29
Genealogy Group at Lake Travis Community Library (9am)
Lululemon Run Club at Hill Country Galleria (9:30am)
Lago Vista Farmers Market at Lago Vista Village Shopping Center (2:30pm-6:30pm)
Texas Wineries Showcase at Lakeway Resort & Spa (5pm)
Hoppy Hour at Infamous Brewing Company (4pm-9pm)
Riedel Wine Tasting at Stone House Vineyards (6pm)
Crystal Image Grumpy’s Saloon Lakeway (8:30pm-12:30am)
Junction at Angel’s Icehouse in Spicewood (7pm-10pm)
Barefoot in The Park presented by The Lakeway Players at Lakeway Activity Center (7pm)
Karaoke with Raden Hughes at LT Corner Pub (9pm-1am)
Mike Stinson at Mercer Street Dance Hall in Dripping Springs (8:30pm)
Friday Night Live Music Lineup at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood — Joel Hoffman (8pm), Waiting’ on Hayden (10:30pm)
Saturday, March 30
FREE Workout with Camp Gladiator at Hill Country Galleria (9am)
Pancakes, PJs & Preschool Preview at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool (9am)
6th Anniversary Throw Down at Infamous Brewing Company (1pm-10pm)
Robotics & STEM Booth at Lake Travis Community Library (1pm-3pm)
Primer Exhibit Grand Opening Reception at Contra/Common in Hill Country Galleria (6pm-10pm)
Barefoot in The Park presented by The Lakeway Players at Lakeway Activity Center (7pm)
Saturday Night Concerts on the Lawn returns to Hill Country Galleria with Nakia & The Blues Grifters (7pm)
Stand Up Comedy Showcase at Castro’s Bar & Grill (10pm)
Carl Hutchens at LT Corner Pub (8pm-11pm)
Open Mic with Douglas Clyde Martin at Gnarly Gar (7pm)
The Austones at Angel’s Icehouse in Spicewood (7pm-10pm)
3 Chord Rodeo at Mercer Street Dance Hall in Dripping Springs (8:30pm)
Saturday Night Live Music Lineup at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood with Dallas Burrow (8pm), Two Tons of Steel (10:30pm)
Live Music at Doc’s Fish Camp & Grill in Marble Falls (7pm-10pm)
Tour & Tasting at Infamous Brewing Company (1pm-9pm)
Sunday, March 31
Shawn Mathews at Angel’s Icehouse in Spicewood (noon-4pm)
Sunday Brunch at The Ginger Man (11:30am-3pm)
Sunday Brunch at Gnarly Gar (noon)
Sunday Brunch at Chisos Grill (11am-3pm)
Sunday Brunch at Cafe Blue (11:30am-3pm)
Sunday Brunch at Lucy’s on the Lake (10am-3pm)
Sunday Brunch at Table 620 at H-E-B Lakeway (10am)
Sunday Live Music Lineup at Poodies Roadhouse in Spicewood with swing dance lessons (3pm), Tessy Lou & The Shotgun Stars (4pm), Bohemian Saints (8pm), Lucas Johnson (10pm)
Lone Star Farmers Market at Hill Country Galleria (10am-2pm)
Pedernales Farmer’s Market at Apis Restaurant parking lot (9am-2pm)
Tasting Room at Jester King Brewery (noon-9pm)
Tour & Tasting at Infamous Brewing Company (noon-6pm)
Tasting Room at Spicewood Vineyards (noon-5pm)
Tasting Room at El Gaucho Winery (12:30pm-7pm)
Local Hero Sunday at High 5 — a free hour of bowling and other discounts for military and veterans (with ID), police, fire & rescue (after 6pm)
Weekday happenings
Cinemark $5 Tuesdays all day at Hill Country Galleria
Wine Down Wednesday at Cafe Blue at Hill Country Galleria (all day)
Trivia & Taco Tuesday every Tuesday night at Table 620 H-E-B Lakeway (6:30pm)
Traditional Irish Music every Tuesday night at LT Corner Pub (7pm)
Whiskey Wednesday every Wednesday at Table 620 H-E-B Lakeway (6pm)
Karaoke with Raden Hughes at LT Corner Pub every Wednesday night (8pm)
Texas Songwriters Showcase every Monday at Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood (6:30pm)
Preschool Story Time at Lake Travis Community Library every Monday (10:30am)
Save the date
Now thru April 1 – Joseph Blanford Art Exhibit at Wall Street Gallery – Prosperity Bank, Lakeway (9am-5pm)
Now thru April 23 – Libby Smith Art Exhibit at Lakeway City Hall (weekdays, 8am-5pm)
April 7 – A Night to Uplift, Under The Texas Stars at Ranch Austin to benefit CC4C (5pm-10pm)
April 13 – Anniversary Dinner at Stone House Vineyard (7pm)
April 27 – Grand Opening Model Home Soiree at Honey Creek (2pm-5pm)
May 4 – City of Lakeway General Elections for City Council and Mayor
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