Aug 19 Great American Weight Loss Challenge 
Wooldridge Square Park, 9th & Guadalupe
The Great American Weight Loss Challenge is visiting Austin's Wooldrige Park as part of a 75-city, cross-country tour that's encouraging people to sign up for a 12-week plan that provides the tools to lose weight in a healthy way. Mayor Will Wynn will be out at 11:00 a.m. to kick-off events and declare August 19th Milk-Your Diet Day in Austin. Events include: on-site sign up for the Great American Weight Loss Challenge (the city with the most participants will win $25,000 for health related improvements and be featured in a "Milk Mustache" ad to run nationally in Ladies Home Journal); free health assessments; sampling of milk from local dairy processors; fitness tips from local Curves representatives and souvenir "Milk Mustache" photos. You'll want to milk this free (11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) event for all it's worth. Bring the whole family!
Aug 19-21 Austin Fall House and Garden Show
Austin Convention Center, 500 East Cesar Chavez
showtechnology.com
The 10th Annual Austin Fall House and Garden Show is the City's largest showcase of home and garden products and services. Check out the scheduled appearances by antiques & collectibles expert, Harry Rinker and HGTV Gardening by the Yard star, Paul James, along with all the show details at showtechnology.com.
Aug 20 Some like it HOT Festival 
Republic Square, 4th & Guadalupe
austinfarmersmarket.org
Where would Texas be without the jalapeno? The Austin Farmers' Market is celebrating the state's organic heritage with produce that likes it hot. The Some Like it HOT Festival will include tons of fun for the whole family, including an okra baton relay, basil stripping contest, eggplant head decorating contest and a delicious chef's demonstration from Maiko featuring recipes for hot weather vegetables. You'll have a fresh-air grocery full of okra, basil, squash, pears, peaches, beans, peppers, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers and even shelled black-eyed peas. All this + live music at the Market, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Aug 21 Pamper Me Pink Luncheon 
Sullivan's Steakhouse, 300 Colorado
(512) 474-1862
Pamper yourself during an afternoon (11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) of lunch, spirits, shopping and live music during Sullivan's 2nd Annual Pamper Me Pink Luncheon. Lunch, cosmos, wine, and mimosas will be served before or after you indulge yourself with manicures, chair massages, hair styling, acupuncture and make-overs. You'll shop for handbags, accessories, gift ideas, spa products and much more. There will be a raffle for over 50 gifts and gift certificates. Tickets are $50 per person, with proceeds going to Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund (herobracelets.org). Call (512) 474-1862 to make your reservations for this fabulous event!
Aug 24 Austin Farmers Mini Mart
Plaza Saltillo, 5th Street & Comal
austinfarmersmarket.org
Hot summer produce on sale Wednesdays from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Aug 24 Historic Districts: Why, When & How 
Kirby Hall School, 306 W. 29th
(512) 474-5198, x. 16, hsaustin.org
In December 2004, the Austin City Council authorized the establishment of local historic districts to protect areas of historic significance. The Heritage Society of Austin invites you to learn all about the local historic district process. Come and hear a detailed explanation of the protections and incentives these districts will provide. Steve Sadowsky, City Preservation Officer, will explain everything and answer your questions. Call (512) 474-5198 x. 16 to RSVP. This event is FREE and open to the public. Photo by Paige Frederick Pape.
