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Apr 10, 2013 • Comments Closed Art City Austin transforms Austin City Hall and the heart of 2ND Street District – Austin, TX into a community-first cultural hub this weekend (April 13 & 14th) with a celebration of art, culture and creativity. The street fest features an outdoor art fair of more than 100 nationally recognized artists, local food trailers, craft beer, cocktails, live music...
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Mar 7, 2013 • Comments Closed Designers John Varvatos and Billy Reid to speak AvecMode and Austin’s 2ND Street District have announced the inaugural edition of “The Neighborhood” which will take place arch 11-14. Square, the mobile payment startup founded by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, will be the official payment processor for brands featured in pop-up shops. Among the speakers lined...
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Feb 14, 2013 • Comments Closed If love was a color, it would be a shade of scarlet, don’t you think? When it’s crimson you crave, the 2ND Street District can satisfy your appetite. Red dresses, red wine, red velvet…all red hot.
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Feb 13, 2013 • Comments Closed Whether you’re giddy with anticipation or your eyeballs are about to roll out of your head, Cupid’s holiday is upon us, and the 2SD is blushing like a bride. From books to bodywash, rosé to risque, the holiday’s perfect pastel is blooming in Downtown Austin. Parties of one take heart. Even if you’re not a...
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Jan 24, 2013 • Comments Closed The 2SD is looking for a photographer! Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned shutterbug, please apply. What we need: Images of our hood + a few “staged” shots to be used on our maps, etc. What’s in it for you: Small budget + photo credit on everything we use + marketing on our...
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Dec 14, 2012 • Comments Closed The 2ND Street District is honored to welcome 3 Austin Design experts to judge the 2ND Annual Holiday Window Walk the evening of Saturday, December 15th, to close the Deck the District event. Until then, you can *help decide which windows will be in the finals by VOTING HERE! Awards will be presented after the...
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Dec 7, 2012 • Comments Closed Come visit the 2ND Street District for our 2ND Annual Holiday Window Walk, and then VOTE HERE for your favorite design created by students from The University of Texas at Austin, Texas State University, and St. Edward’s University. The students’ windows with the most votes will be in the finals, to be judged on December 15th, to...
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Dec 6, 2012 • Comments Closed The holidays are upon us, Austin, and so is Deck the District! On Saturday, December 15th, the 2SD is celebrating the season with student-designed store windows and holiday entertainment for all! Get your list ready because Santa Claus will be checking it twice. He’ll be at 241 2nd St. (Lavaca & 2nd Street) from 1-5 p.m, so bring...
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Dec 6, 2012 • Comments Closed When making plans to check out the Holiday Window Walk, inviting your friends to Deck the District with you, or supporting Austin businesses with your holiday shopping, remember, you can bolster your community and find a place to park! If you’re skeptical, here’s the lowdown. Right now, The 2ND Street District is comprised of 6 square blocks in downtown...
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Nov 14, 2012 • Comments Closed Celebrate the season with the 2ND Street District’s 2nd annual Holiday Window Walk! Students from The University of Texas, St. Edward’s University, and Texas State University have submitted elaborate window designs in order to compete for over $8000 in scholarships generously provided by Silicon Labs and The Downtown Austin Alliance. You can help decide which windows will win...
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Oct 18, 2012 • Comments Closed Animal Lovers of Austin presents a dog day of fun with Barkitecture 2012! The fundraiser will showcase doghouses designed by amazing architects, designers, and builders of Austin. This family and pet friendly event takes place in the 2SD on Nov. 10 from 12-4pm. Attendees will have the option to bid on the designer doghouses in...
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Oct 18, 2012 • Comments Closed Oh, the hours that can be spent thumbing through fashion mags. We’re all for inspiration, but love to see how you let your personality shine through the trends. When shopping in Austin, be sure to Keep it Weird, and add a little quirk. Come check out The 2ND Street District for wardrobe essentials and these conversation...
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