What's Happening in Austin

[Gemme]

Originally Posted by Nat

I'm *so* glad the *doh!* things I said years ago have not been publicly quoted here.

Riiiiight?

I have plenty of mine own too.

Originally Posted by Nat

I most definitely will be at eeyore's birthday this year.

http://www.eeyores.com/

If you've never been, this is the gist:

Ummmm....I clicked on the 2009 photos in the link and it showed me young kiddos running around and a big ole sign saying alcohol is not allowed in or out. Is there an adult version and a kid's version or did it have a massive overhaul between 2009 and now?

I'm just curious, as I don't have the breasts to pull off the painted look, but I wouldn't mind going just to see what folks wear.

[Nat]

Originally Posted by Gemme

Riiiiight?

I have plenty of mine own too.



Ummmm....I clicked on the 2009 photos in the link and it showed me young kiddos running around and a big ole sign saying alcohol is not allowed in or out. Is there an adult version and a kid's version or did it have a massive overhaul between 2009 and now?

I'm just curious, as I don't have the breasts to pull off the painted look, but I wouldn't mind going just to see what folks wear.

I'm sure alcohol isn't allowed in and out because they want you to buy from the vendors there. THere are plenty of kids, but there are somethings some people may not want their kids exposed to. Like half-naked people and the reek of pot smoke. But it's an open, friendly gathering of austin folks and there's nothing like it. I'm pretty sure the kiddos have access to face paint and other diversions. Parking is the biggest bitch - I'll probably park elsewhere and ride the bus in. My stamina will depend on the heat/weather. it seems like kind of a free and friendly gathering of people in full celebration mode. One guy groped my (clothed) boob there, so that wasn't cool. There are drum circles, dancing, general silliness, costumes, music, a few people selling their wears, food concessions ( if I remember right), etc. You also run into people you'd never expect. It's random.

I myself will not be wearing paint as a shirt or paisties as a shirt - but there will be plenty who do one or the other. Oh, and I'm not sure what the deodorant per person ratio is either. I grew up in Austin, so I'm used to that hippie smell.

[Ashton]

Originally Posted by Gemme

Riiiiight?

I have plenty of mine own too.



Ummmm....I clicked on the 2009 photos in the link and it showed me young kiddos running around and a big ole sign saying alcohol is not allowed in or out. Is there an adult version and a kid's version or did it have a massive overhaul between 2009 and now?

I'm just curious, as I don't have the breasts to pull off the painted look, but I wouldn't mind going just to see what folks wear.

It is a must see thing, it is Austin. they do offer parking and bussing in which is necessary as there is not ample parking there at any time. I love to go down and people watch. It willl be cooler in early and late but the later you go the more "Eeyored" the follks get which can be a good thing.

I really think you should go, I have tolkd this to Wil as well I wont be able to handle it this year but maybe you three et al could go check it out.

[Arwen]

Hey Austin! I wanna go have some Indian food. I'm off tomorrow so I'm going to do the buffet at the Tandoori Bistro. I'll be there at 11:30 if you have the ability to join me.

[Oiler41]

Looking forward to the Eggggstravaganza tomorrow night with all who can attend! We have the baskets, grass for them, candy, and a pair of fuzzy socks and a little notebook for each one. All we need now are the hard boiled eggs folks are bringing to the party to "dye" for!

Remember, spaghetti/garlic bread/salad for dinner at 6 p.m. and egg dying starting about 7. There are 50 residents in the nursing home we are taking them to. According to the folks working there, about 20 residents don't get visitors. We are also putting together a candy filled basket for the staff. We thank everyone in advance for bringing a dozen eggs (eggcept out of towners traveling in) already boiled and looking forward to seeing you tomorrow night!!!

Pup and Oiler

[durrrrrrrr]

Originally Posted by Oiler41

Looking forward to the Eggggstravaganza tomorrow night with all who can attend! We have the baskets, grass for them, candy, and a pair of fuzzy socks and a little notebook for each one. All we need now are the hard boiled eggs folks are bringing to the party to "dye" for!

Remember, spaghetti/garlic bread/salad for dinner at 6 p.m. and egg dying starting about 7. There are 50 residents in the nursing home we are taking them to. According to the folks working there, about 20 residents don't get visitors. We are also putting together a candy filled basket for the staff. We thank everyone in advance for bringing a dozen eggs (eggcept out of towners traveling in) already boiled and looking forward to seeing you tomorrow night!!!

Pup and Oiler

I should be there around 4:30 or so.

Lookin forward to the get together and doing something great. I'm sure the residents are gonna love em.

I did get some dye and I am ready.

see y'all tomorrow night

[Nat]

Apparently there was just a candlelight vigil for Norma Hurtado and her mom. They were shot by her girlfriend's father because he didn't approve of their relationship. Somehow I missed this until today.

http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/tx/7530410.html

[shariberry]

Originally Posted by Oiler41

Looking forward to the Eggggstravaganza tomorrow night with all who can attend! We have the baskets, grass for them, candy, and a pair of fuzzy socks and a little notebook for each one. All we need now are the hard boiled eggs folks are bringing to the party to "dye" for!

Remember, spaghetti/garlic bread/salad for dinner at 6 p.m. and egg dying starting about 7. There are 50 residents in the nursing home we are taking them to. According to the folks working there, about 20 residents don't get visitors. We are also putting together a candy filled basket for the staff. We thank everyone in advance for bringing a dozen eggs (eggcept out of towners traveling in) already boiled and looking forward to seeing you tomorrow night!!!

Pup and Oiler

I thought I'd RSVP'd, but I can't remember! Chad & I will be there with 20 eggs (4 casualties) and two bags of grass, 2 dye kits, and diet Pepsi. Looking forward to seeing everyone