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Wizard World Austin

Date: 11/08 – 11/10 | Time: 4PM | Location: Wizard World Austin

Join tens of thousands of fans as they converge at Wizard World Austin to celebrate the best in pop culture.

Wizard World Austin is brought to you by the group who produces the most widely attended pop culture tour and has it all – Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!

SHOW HOURS
Friday, November 8, 2019 – 4:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday, November 9, 2019 – 10:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday, November 10, 2019 – 10:00am – 4:00pm

ADMISSION DETAILS
• All Admissions gain entry to Wizard World Austin 2019.
• Important: Bring your printed e-Admissions to the event to gain admittance.
• Up to 2 Children 10 and under get in FREE when accompanied by a paid adult
• Admission will not be refunded.
• Any admission purchased from unauthorized websites (sites such as craigslist, eBay, StubHub, etc.) will not be honored for entry
• Each admission is valid for the same person and may not be transferred. If you remove or tamper with a wristband it will not be replaced and you will not be allowed entry.
• Credit card will be charged at time of purchase.
• All Admissions have a Austin Tax of 8.25% included in the fees.
• Autograph fees may be required for some guests.
• Talent subject to change. Admission will not be refunded due to Talent changes.

For more information, click here.

Food as Medicine – 2019 November Edition

Date: 11/06 | Time: 7 PM – 9 PM | Location: Caspian Grill

Continuing the Monthly Series of learning how to use Food as Medicine.

Let’s talk oils!

– Did you know that some of the oils you use every day could be making you sick?
– Did you know that different types of oils do different things in the body?
– Do you know which oils help fight disease and which ones promote wellness?
– Did you know that the quality and grade of oil matters?
– Did you know that some oils shouldn’t be consumed when you are healing a leaky gut?
– Did you know that some oils help us speed up our metabolism, some heal our brain, some are used for fuel while others have other therapeutic benefits?

We will discuss all of these things at our next meetup.

The speaker this month Lanette Ferguson is a Functional Nutrition Coach. She has a passion for helping people heal their bodies with food.

*Please share and invite friends & family.

$10 payable at event.

* $10 fee includes 1 appetizer, no substitutions. Meals and other items can be purchased as well.

For more information on Food as Medicine, 2019 November Edition, click here.

National Veteran Small Business Week

Date: 11/04 – 11/08 | Time: 12 PM | Location: OSD

Join OSD and partners at U.S. Small Business Administration Nov. 4-8, 2019 to celebrate veteran-owned small businesses during National Veterans Small Business Week.

Each year the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) celebrates, connects, and empowers service members during National Veterans Small Business Week (NVSBW). This marks the sixth annual NVSBW.

Join SBA district offices, resources partners, and other organizations as we celebrate the veteran- and military-owned business community.

This year they are exploring the veteran entrepreneurship journey and the many resources available to support veterans on their mission to successful business ownership.

This year’s theme is Mission #VetBiz Success, where the highlight will be on the tools and resources used to help veterans on their journey to small business success. Whether you’re just starting your business or expanding into new locations, SBA is here to support you throughout your mission.

OSD is a chapter based, Veteran Support Ecosystem enhancing lives through community engagement.

Since 2010, OSD has impacted over 750,000 veterans, active-military and family members through award-winning programs emphasizing Social Connectivity, Professional Development and Community Stewardship.

For more information on National Veteran Small Business Week, click here.

Austin Design Week 2019

Date: 11/04 – 11/08 | Time: 8 AM | Location: Austin, Texas

Austin Design Week 2019 – FREE workshops, talks, studio tours, and events in the fourth annual Austin Design Week.

Celebrate Austin design through a week of free workshops, talks, studio tours, and events this November as the city celebrates its creative community in the fourth annual Austin Design Week.

There are countless opportunities to learn, collaborate, and talk shop with other designers and enthusiasts. They welcome design veterans and anyone new to design — architects and service designers, Austin residents and visitors. Help #MakeSpace at #ADW19 this November 4h – 8th.

The schedule drops October 1st. Mark your calendar and get ready to RSVP.

For more information on the Austin Design Week 2019, click here.

Run For The Flag 2019

Date: 11/02 | Time: 8 AM – 12 PM | Location: Camp Mabry

Run in the third annual Run for the Flag race, Saturday, November 2, 2019, at Camp Mabry, 2210 W. 35th St, Austin.

Dr. Merritt Pember, Direct Orthopedic Care surgeon and veteran U.S. Army Major (Operation Iraqi Freedom), a team of DOC military service veterans, and sponsor partners created the Run for the Flag race. This race is to honor veterans and as a fundraiser for Folds of Honor.

Major Dan Rooney created Folds of Honor Foundation to provide educational scholarships. These scholarships are benefit spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled service members.

Race categories include: Wheelchair, Active, Retired and Reserve Duty, Youth, the Community, and Kids 10 and under fun run when accompanied by a registered parent. A virtual run is available for anyone who cannot run on race day or non-runners can donate to Folds of Honor at the race site.

For more information on the Run For The Flag 2019, click here.

Formula 1 United States Grand Prix

Date: 11/01 – 11/03 | Time: 8 AM – 10 PM | Location: Circuit of The Americas

Formula 1 United States Grand Prix – The pinnacle of motorsports returns to Austin, Texas for a weekend-long celebration of speed and sound.

COTA announced that they will welcome two world-renowned musical acts to the Super Stage at the 2019 FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX. On Saturday, November 2, GRAMMY® Award-winning and international pop icon P!NK. She is sure to ‘get the party started’ and give fans an unforgettable performance. She will take the Super Stage at COTA. While on Friday, November 1, GRAMMY® Award-winning band Imagine Dragons will start the weekend on a high note after the first day of qualifying races.

COMMEMORATIVE STOCK: 3-day Grandstand and Bleacher tickets ordered by Labor Day are printed on commemorative stock.

COTA RAIN INSURANCE: Should it rain 1.5″ in the 24 hours leading up to start of the Grand Prix on Sunday, November 3, all 3-day seats (grandstands and bleachers) purchased by July 20 receive a 105% refund.

Kids 2 and under receive complimentary General Admission.

Circuit of The Americas is the premier destination for world-class motorsports and entertainment in the United States. It’s set on 1,500 acres in the rolling hills just outside downtown Austin. Circuit of The Americas has hosted the biggest names in racing, action sports and music since 2012. At its heart is a 3.41-mile racetrack that was designed to challenge the world’s most exacting competitors. It provides a thrilling spectacle for audiences.

For more information on the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, click here.

Haunted Hollywood: A Bloody Red Carpet Affair

Date: 10/31 | Time: 7 PM – 2 AM | Location: The Venue ATX

Lights, Camera, Beware, Join Us If You Dare!

Come Flaunt Your Creepiest Hollywood Attire at The Haunted Hollywood: A Bloody Red Carpet Affair
+Disturbingly Delicious Drink Specials
+Ghoulishly Delectable Foods On-Site
+Watch Out For The Frightening Creatures Lurking Around Every Corner
+Haunting Beats and Visuals provided by Barbuto.Official
+Appearance from Special Guest DJ

For more information on Haunted Hollywood: A Bloody Red Carpet Affair, click here.

Trick or Treat Street at Terra Toys!

Date: 10/30 | Time: 3 PM – 6 PM | Location: Terra Toys

Terra Toys invites you to our FREE Halloween event, Trick or Treat Street! On Wednesday October 30th from 3-6 PM
We will have
🎃Drink specials in our espresso bar!
👻 Indoor trick or treating!

All boils and ghouls are encouraged to bring their candy buckets and wear their costumes! 🍭Vampires are welcome!🧛🏽‍♂️ Dogs in costumes are also welcome!🐶

Terra Toys is a locally owned toy store in business since 1978. They began by making hand-crafted, beautiful wooden toys. Today they have over 12,000 SQ feet of toys from around the world! Come explore our selection of classic, fun, and beautiful toys!

They are also the proud home of the Terra Art Gallery and Espresso Bar, a coffee shop crafting delicious espresso drinks and treats!

For more information on Trick or Treat Street at Terra Toys, click here.

Texas Downtown Association Annual Conference

Date: 10/29 – 11/01 | Time: 1PM | Location: Texas Downtown

Join the only Texas conference dedicated to downtown!

Save the date – Texas Downtown Association Annual Conference
October 29 – November 1, 2019
Georgetown, TX

This year they’ve scheduled outstanding keynote speakers, breakout and field sessions. They bring ideas and best practices, and events for networking and exploring.

The Texas Downtown Association (TDA) is a statewide, independent nonprofit organization. It represents cities and towns of all sizes, economic development corporations, chambers of commerce, small businesses, nonprofits, and individuals from across Texas.

TDA was founded by Anice Read, who is credited with bringing the Main Street Program to Texas. She and representatives from the largest Texas cities wanted to create an organization that would connect downtown supporters from across the state.

For more information on the Texas Downtown Association Annual Conference, click here.

#FREECON19 // The Freelance Conference

Date: 10/27 – 10/29 | Time: 5PM | Location: Norris Conference Center

Are you constantly hustling to get new clients, but feel like you’re getting nowhere fast?

WE’VE ALL BEEN THERE.

And that’s exactly why we created #FREECON!

The only one of its kind, The Freelance Conference is designed by freelance business owners, for freelance business owners.

We’ll spend 3 days together in sunny Austin, TX building skills and resources to run a successful single-owner business.

Interactive sessions with experts
Workshops
Networking
Mentoring
And more …

And — of course — we’ll celebrate each other’s successes, triumphs, and breakthroughs all along the way!

But most of all, you’ll walk away from #FREECON19 saying, “I wish I had done this sooner!”

Every traditional J-O-B has bosses, mentors, peers, and colleagues to learn from and grow with…

As freelancers, we have escaped the bosses but we are still human — we still need mentorship, collaboration, and comradery.

Every major industry hosts conferences and professional development events that catapult people to the next level through networking and learning cutting edge best practices…

They attend conferences that catapult people to the next level of their career through networking and teaching cutting edge best practices…

Who is #FREECON19 // The Freelance Conference for?
Writers, Marketers, Designers, Solopreneurs, Business Coaches, Consultants…

Lions, Tigers, and Bears… oh my! In a word… YOU! (most likely)

Why should Freelancing be any different?

It Shouldn’t.

For more information on the #FREECON19 // The Freelance Conference, click here.

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