The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department is looking for ideas on the adaptive re-use of the Seaholm Intake Facility and the surrounding parkland. The process kicked off with open houses, and design teams are now working on their submissions. Get a peek inside the building and imagine the possibilities through the work of some UT advanced design studio students here. For more information about the competition and the building’s history, click here.

Bicycle thefts are on the rise downtown. Protect your bike by registering it with the Austin Police Department and always using a U-lock. Report thefts to 311.

The City of Austin Art in Public Places program and Downtown Austin Alliance are excited to welcome two new additions to the downtown landscape!

Stem Rack by Ann Armstrong, located at 111 Congress, depicts two vertical steel “stems” rising up from the sidewalk, each ending in a singular leaf. The dedication ceremony for Stem Rack will take place at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, May 16. Stop by for a cookie and meet artist Ann Armstrong.

Gear Grove by Ben Harman, located at 816 Congress, uses recycled bike parts to form three spires connected by supports reminiscent of bicycle crossbars. The dedication ceremony with artist Ben Harman will take place at 8:30 a.m. Friday, May 17. Enjoy coffee and breakfast treats from 8-10am on the 816 Congress plaza as part of Movability Austin’s Commuter Breakfast. Visit this link for more information.

DANA was pleased to partner with the Austin Symphonic Band, Travis County Women Lawyers’ Association, and REATX :: Real Estate in Austin Texas, to present the Mother’s Day at the Capitol concert on May 12, 2013.  The weather was perfect and the turnout was fabulous!

Photos by Clay Olmstead – clayolmstead.com

Thanks to all who enjoyed the amazing happy hour at Finn & Porter!  Thanks to sponsors Finn & Porter and Hiatus Spa + Retreat!