Est. for people who actually live here
Traffic, tacos, trails and live music
Straight talk from Austin locals. No press releases, no airport magazine lists.
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New Member Introductions
New to town or new to the board? Say hello, tell us what part of Austin you landed in.
2 threads8 posts6mo ago
General Austin Talk
City news, weather, growth, politics, and the general state of Austin.
6 threads50 posts1mo ago
Traffic, Transit & Getting Around
I-35, MoPac, toll roads, CapMetro, Project Connect, parking, and the airport run.
2 threads16 posts1mo ago
Housing & Neighborhoods
Renting, buying, and which neighborhood actually fits you.
2 threads17 posts1mo ago
Food & Drink
Barbecue, tacos, patios, new openings, and the places that used to be better.
4 threads34 posts2mo ago
Live Music & Events
Venues, shows, ACL, SXSW, Rodeo, and the small rooms worth your time.
11 threads73 posts16d ago
Parks, Trails & Outdoors
The Greenbelt, Hill Country trails, hiking, biking, camping, and green space.
1 thread5 posts2mo ago
Lakes, Rivers & Swimming Holes
Barton Springs, Lady Bird Lake, Lake Travis, paddling, boating, and swimming holes.
1 thread11 posts2mo ago
Fishing & Hunting
Bass on Travis, catfish on the Colorado, fly water in the Hill Country, gear, guides, leases, and hunting season.
2 threads28 posts1mo ago
Home & Garden
Yard work in Texas heat, native plants, remodels, contractors, HVAC, pools, and keeping a house standing here.
0 threads0 posts1mo ago
Mom Talk
Schools, childcare, pediatricians, playgrounds, and everything else parents in Austin trade notes on.
1 thread10 posts2mo ago
Jobs & Local Business
Hiring, the tech scene, small business, permits, and making a living here.
2 threads21 posts1mo ago
Buy / Sell / Trade
Local classifieds for members. Meet in a public place.
1 thread10 posts2mo ago
Recommended Service Providers
Plumbers, pest control, lawn care, HVAC, roofers and more. Who actually shows up and does good work in the Austin area.
22 threads179 posts12d ago
Off Topic
Everything that does not fit anywhere else.
1 thread11 posts2mo ago









