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Upcoming Events!

So much is happening in our wonderful neighborhood in the next week or so! Here is more info about upcoming events.

Saturday, October 28: Octoberama!

This is Mathews Elementary’s main fundraiser, but it’s overall a great time. Stop by the school (906 W. Lynn) for games, live music, a silent auction, and much more.

Saturday, November 5 (9am - 12pm):
It’s My Park Day

The Friends of West Austin Park, in partnership with the Austin Parks Foundation, will be hosting the annual It’s My Park Day. This is your opportunity help beautify one of main gathering places of our neighborhood: West Austin Park. Here’s the link to sign up. You’ll get a free t-shirt too!

Saturday, November 5 (4pm - 8pm):
Live Music in West Austin Park!

We are the central neighborhood in the Live Music Capital of the World - what better way to celebrate than by hosting our own live music event! OWANA will host neighborhood musicians and food trucks at the West Austin Park. Bring a lawn chair, picnic blanket, a neighbor, and enjoy good music and fellowship in the park.


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