Local Resources
This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the area.
| Schools | |
| Austin Independent School District - This link will show you information on all AISD schools including links to each school site. | |
| Eanes Independent School District - This link will take you to the district website and you can choose the individual school site. | |
| Dripping Springs Independent School District - This district site will take you to the individual school sites. | |
| Hays Independent School District - This link will take you to the school district website and you can link to individual sites from this site. | |
| Pflugerville Independent School District - This link will take you to the district website and you can choose the individual school site. | |
| PTA - This site will take you to the Texas State PTA website where you can get membership information, and other resource information | |
| Round Rock Independent School District - This link will take you to the district site, then you may link to individual schools. | |
School Information - free school profiles
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| State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics.... | |
| Mortgage | |
| Countrywide Home Loans - Linda M. Knowles-Katz, Sales Manager, 13809 Research Blvd., #1025, Austin, TX 78750. 512-219-3350 x 239. | |
| Foothills Mortgage - Colette Phillip: 512-732-0055; or Colette_Phillip@ColonialBank.com | |
| Mission Mortgage - Ann Jones: 512-328-0400, ajones@missionmortgage.com | |
| Area Information | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
| Austin Art Scene | |
| Best Source for Art Events - Regular postings on the Central Texas art scene. | |
| Featured Artist: Kathleen McElwaine - Inquiries Welcome! Original Oils, Prints & Note Cards. Specializing in Landscapes, Floralscapes & Character Studies. e-mail: mcelwainek@aol.com. 512-297-7807. | |
| Austin Convention Center | |
| - Many large events are held at the convention center, get upcoming event information, parking information and location at this site. | |
| Austin Visitors Center | |
| Austin Visitor's Center - You can find great information concerning upcoming events at this site. | |
| Diane's Favorite Restaurants | |
| Big Oak Bar-B-Que in Buda - Hmmm, I can smell the bar-b-que now just thinking about it! It's worth driving to Buda for the BEST big, fat pulled pork sandwiches, plus brisket, ribs, chicken and all the fixins'! Eat in or git-it-to-go. 210 South Main Street, Buda. Larry & Stacie Ludemann, Owners. 512-312-1947. | |
| Las Palomas - Family-owned interior Mexican restaurant with the best freshly-made margaritas, plus live music on certain nights. Diane's favorite dishes: Pescado al Mojo de Ajo, Chicken Mole, Camaron al Chipotle, Corn Soup & Mango Mousse. 512-327-9889. | |
| Ocean China - Modest, clean little Chinese restaurant at the Brodie Ln. & Wm Cannon intersection. Open 7 days a week 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dine-in or take-out. It's my favorite place to get shrimp egg foo young. 512-899-2390. 3421 W. William Cannon Dr. #101. | |
| The Pita Pit on the Drag - Endless variety of Pita combinations of meats, cheese, toppings and sauces under $6.00. Several Vegetarian Pitas, too. Lotta Salads, plus Fresh Fruit Smoothies. 24th & Guadalupe. 512-474-PITA. e-mail: michelle@pitapitaustin.com | |
| Diane's List of Cool Stuff to Know About | |
| Freedom Speakers & Trainers - This is really cool! Remember what you did in third grade, but can't remember what you did this morning? Contact Craig Krause the Memory Guy. 512-869-1037/cell 512-587-6154. e-mail craig@deliverfreedom.com. Corporate training and development in the areas of Memory, Goal Setting, Attitude, Time Usage, Communication and Sales. | |
| Good News! - The world's bad news getting you down? Look for some happy news for a change1 Brought by NADAguides.com. | |
| Diane's List of Helpful Resources | |
| Antiques & Estate Sales - Lynn Rogers, Dealer #613 at Antiqueland Gallery: 512-341-8989 or cell 512-779-5966. e-mail: drm2go@aol.com. Call for direct sales and estate sales! | |
| Cartridge World - Great prices, quick service. 1621 South Lamar. 512-444-9300. e-mail: seth@cwdowntownaustin.com | |
| Mary Kay - Sharon G. Hall, Independent Beaury Consultant. 512-773-4364 or 512-258-5466. e-mail: shall3@swbell.net. | |
| Insurance | |
| Farmers Insurance Group - Contact Leslie R. Moeller 5910 Courtyard Dr. #160 Austin, TX 78731 Off: 512-343-2071 Toll free: 1-800-738-8803 cell: 512-217-0750 | |
| State Farm Insurance - Contact Marc Sherrin, Team Agent with Brent Allen State Farm Agency. Cell 512-913-9123. 9801 Anderson Mill Rd., ste 120, Austin 78750 | |
| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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| Photography | |
| Brenda Ladd Photography - Don't miss this super talented photographer's amazing and diverse work. Gorgeous website! | |
| Relocation Links | |
| Entire Austin Metroplex Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world! | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
| Tax Information | |
| First-time homeowners - | |
| Homeowner deductions information - | |
| How to report moving expenses - | |
| Selling your home - | |
| The Great Outdoors | |
| Natural Gardener - The Organic Gardener is a fabulous source of organic and native plants, gardening tips, soils and products. Catch gardening expert John Dromgoole on the radio Saturday mornings KLBJ FM 590 9:00 to 11am. Go on the website to subscribe to the Organic Gardener's online newsletter. | |
| Sweet Dreams Lavender Farm - A short drive into the country brings you to the expansive fields of Sweet Dreams Lavender Farm, a great place to take the children where they can pick their own lavender blossoms, buy a variety of lavender products and enjoy the sunshine. Call 512-288-7270 for directions | |
| Texas Central Area Lavender Farms - Fifteen commercial garden locations which feature a plethora of lavender plants, products and growing information. | |
| Travel | |
| Holidays 'N Travel - 1509 Old West 38th St. Ste#2. Nancy & Manny Linares, owners. 512-474-1488/1-800-444-4166. E-mail: nlinares@holidaysntravel.com | |
