Nov 14 Fast Food Nation
7:00 p.m.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress
(512) 322-0145, austinfilm.org

Do you want lies with that? - OnNetworks & Whole Foods Market present the Austin premiere screening of Richard Linklater's Fast Food Nation, a fiction film based on Eric Schlosser's book of the same name. This is a dramatic feature based on material from the incendiary book of the same title, a no-holds-barred exploration of the fast food industry that ultimately revealed the dark side of the "All American Meal."

Hosted by the Austin Film Society & Sustainable Food Center, before the premiere screening enjoy a special Austin Farmer's Market, featuring more than three dozen booths in set up in front of the Paramount Theater from 4:00-7:00 p.m.

The 7:00 p.m. premiere screening will be followed at 9:00 p.m. with a Q&A with director Richard Linklater & author Eric Schlosser.

VIP Tickets: $75 for AFS members and $100 for the general public - includes entry into the Austin Farmer's Market, reserved orchestra seating in the theatre & ticket to VIP Premiere Party.

Screening and Q&A: $10 for AFS members; $15 for the general public. Tickets available through GetTix at gettix.net or by phone at 1-866-443-8849.

For more information, go to austinfilm.org.

Nov 9-18 Con Mis Manos
Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Road
(512) 708-1983, gobotrick.org

Con Mis Manos tells the story of a Latino family learning to cope with the loss of their mother, wife, sister to brain cancer. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Lance Armstrong Foundation. For reservations call (512) 708-1893 or email reservations@gobotrick.org.

Nov 10 Sarah Vowell
8:00 p.m.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress
(512) 472-5470, austintheatre.org

Only Sarah Vowell can make history hilarious. A long-time contributor to This American Life, she's also the author of Assassination Vacation. Treat yourself to an uncommon, witty and introspective look at American culture and a fascinating probe into the dark side of politics.

Nov 10-19 Holes
B. Iden Payne Theatre, UT Pac, 23rd & San Jacinto
(512) 477-6060, utpac.org

Louis Sachar acclaimed story comes to life for 10 days. You and your kids will love seeing this recreation of the tale of Stanley Yelnats hero's journey - from tennis shoes to holes to mountains with friendships, mystery and profound discoveries thrown in for fun. Holes will be on stage at UT's B. Iden Payne Theatre in the Winship Drama Building through November 19.

Nov 12 Bill Engvall
7:00 p.m.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress
(512) 472-5470, austintheatre.org

A founding member of the Blue Collar Comedy team, Bill Engvall is perhaps best known for his "Here's Your Sign" routine, which was turned into a country music hit by Travis Tritt. Be a part of history as he films his Paramount show for an upcoming DVD and Comedy Central special! For more information visit: billengvall.com.

Nov 15 Mailer Vs. Hollywood Film Series
Tough Guys Don't Dance (1986)
7:00 p.m.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, 409 Colorado
(512) 471-8944, hrc.utexas.edu

Mailer's Tough Guys Don't Dance (1986) stars Ryan O'Neal and Isabella Rossellini. Tickets required.

Still on Stage...

11/11: Antiques Road Kill, Spaghetti Warehouse, capcitymystery.com
To 11/11: LAST WEEKEND! Outlaw Puss in Cowboy Boots, Scottish Rite Theatre, ScottishRiteChildrensTheatre.org
To 12/15: Fridays, Gorilla Theatre, The Hideout Theatre, hideouttheatre.com
To 12/31: Plaid Tidings, Zach Scott Groten Stage, zachscott.com
Ongoing: Superman Returns, Ride Around the World: A Cowboy Adventure, Texas the Big Picture in the IMAX® Theatre and The Star of Destiny in the Texas Spirit Theater, thestoryoftexas.com

Nov 9 Chamber Ensemblec
Central Presbyterian Church, 200 E. Eighth Street
(512) 472-2445, centralpresbyterian.org

This week's Thursday Noonday Concert features the Southwestern University Chamber Ensemble.

Nov 10 The Aus-teen Chronicle's
Battle of the Bands
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Zilker Hillside Theater, 2206 Barton Springs Drive
(512) 680-7245

Six of Austin's best high school garage bands will compete for your vote to win prizes as well as a gig at Jo's Coffee. You or your teen will decide who rocks out the best. The event also features a fundraiser to raise money for individual school proms. Donate what you can when you can to have a good time. The more people you bring, the more cash is raised so spread around. Awesome!

Nov 10 The Led Zepplin Show
St.David's Episcopal Church, 8th & San Jacinto
1-866-235-0270, stringsattached.org

Will Taylor and Strings Attached, along with guest musicians from the Austin music community present 90 minutes of compelling music from the Led Zeppelin catalog - complete with full band, strings and church organ. Guest performers include: John Pointer, Red Volkert, Ed Juri, Will Walden and the Grassy Knoll Boys, Wendy Colonna, Mark Utter, and Mohamed Firozi of Atash. Two shows - 7:30 & 10:00 p.m. Tickets available at: stringsattached.org or by calling 1-866-235-0270.

Nov 10 The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace
8:00 p.m.
University Presbyterian Church,
(512) 314-5532, austinsingers.org

The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace opens the 2006-07 season of the Austin Singers. This recent, major work by the English composer, Dr. Karl Jenkins, does not preach, but proposes "Better is peace than always war." Purchase tickets at austinsingers.org.

Nov 10-11 Classical Concert Series
8:00 p.m.
Bass Concert Hall, 23rd & Robert Dedman
(512) 476-6064, austinsymphony.org

Pianist, Yefim Bronfman, joins conductor Peter Bay and the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Program R. Strauss Dance of the Seven Veils from Salome Mozart Piano Concerto No. 24 in c, K. 491; Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 4 in g, Op. 40; and R. Strauss' Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks.

Nov 13 Audio Inversions: Folk Art Music
8:00 p.m.
Austin Museum of Art, 823 Congress
audioinversions.com

Audio inversions channels the youthful energy of its collaborators into new interpretations of age-old folk songs, with a touch of "art" music.

Nov 9 Blanton Book Club in Partnership with BookPeople
6:00 p.m.
Blanton Museum of Art, Congress & MLK
(512) 471-7324, blantonmuseum.org

Read and discuss Birth of Venus by Sarah Dunant in the context of the exhibition of late-Renaissance painter Luca Cambiaso.

Nov 9-11 The Flair Symposium
Harry Ransom Center for the Humanitites, 21st & Guadalupe
(512) 471-8944, hrc.utexas.edu

The Flair Symposium, The Sense of Our Time: Norman Mailer and America in Conflict, examines the cultural issues of post-WWII America using Mailer's work as a starting point. Pre-registration required. Details at hrc.utexas.edu/flair.

Nov 10-28 AISD Teacher Art Show
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Hideout Theatre, 617 Congress Avenue
austinisd.org/misc/125/

Austin Independent School District celebrates its 125th Anniversary with a special Teacher Art Show. More than 25 teacher/artists are participating. Go to austinisd.org/misc/125/ for a complete list. The Opening Reception is Friday, November 10th, and the exhibit runs through November 28th.

Nov 11 African Safari Presents
Echoes of Africa
George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center,
Boyd Vance Theatre, 1165 Angelina
(512) 974-4926, ci.austin.tx.us/carver

Storyteller, Elizabeth Kahura, makes Africa come alive in inspiring and creative presentation featuring music, poetry, riddles and sayings echoing from Africa. For more information contact, Ms. Kahura at (512) 826-0756. Times: 5:30 & 7:30 p.m.

Nov 11 Explore the Story - Miss Ima's Quilts
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 N. Congress
(512) 936-4600, thestoryoftexas.com

All quilts have a story to tell. They speak to us through colors, patterns, symbols, and histories. Explore the language and traditions of quilt-making through stories, presentations, and hands-on activities in the special exhibit gallery. FREE with museum admission.

Nov 11 The Crane Maiden
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Umlauf Sculpture Gardens, 605 Robert E. Lee Road
(512) 445-5582, umlaufsculpture.org

The Austin Eurythmy Ensemble will hold two performances of the famous Japanese tale brought to life with music, language and movement. Free with museum admission. To learn more about Eurythmy, go to austineurythmy.org.

Nov 11-12 Art From The Streets Show
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Austin Resource Center for the Homeless(ARCH), 500 East 7th Street
(512) 440-0839, artfromthestreets.org

You'll find really great work at Art From The Streets (AFTS), the art sale that gives Austin's homeless community the opportunity to exhibit their artistic skills, interact with the people of Austin, and raise funds to pay for necessities such as food, clothing and housing. Original artwork starts at $30 with proceeds going directly to the exhibiting artists. A $3 admission donation helps cover the cost of supplies and materials for the AFTS twice-weekly art class. AFTS is a volunteer program that provides a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit of homeless people is nurtured through artistic expression. For more information, please call (512) 440-0839 or visit artfromthestreets.org.

Nov 12 Science Sundays: It Fits!
Exploring Layers, Faces, and Grids
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Austin Children's Museum, 201 Colorado
(512) 472-2494, austinkids.org

Whether you're building a tower of blocks, a skyscraper, or a tiny but complex computer chip, layers are important. If one is missing, your structure may not survive. In other words, layers need to fit together. During hands-on fun, participants will build epitaxial layers. Sturdy wooden grids, plastic spheres, and egg cartons make this activity entertaining and educational for scientists and engineers of all ages.

Still On Display Downtown...

To 11/18: Warhol, Art on 5th, arton5th.com
To 11/25: Saved by the Fire, Umlauf Sculture Gardens, umlaufsculpture.org
To 11/30: Dia de los Muertos Exhibition, La Pena Gallery, lapena-austin.org
To 12/2: The Artistry of Rembrandt, The Russell Collection, russell-collection.com
To 12/9: Rembrandt's Etchings, Blanton Museum of Art, blantonmuseum.org
To 12/16: Le Thua Tien - Reflection, Fielding Lecht Gallery, fieldinglecht.com
To 12/29: Feliks Topolski: Portraits of Britain's 20th c. Literary Greats, Ransom Center, hrc.utexas.edu
To 12/30: Norman Mailer Takes on America, Ransom Center, hrc.utexas.edu
To 1/5/07: Animal Secrets, Austin Children's Museum, austinkids.org
To 1/7/07: Miss Ima's Quilts, Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, thestoryoftexas.com
To 1/14/07: Luca Cambiaso: 1527-1585, Blanton Museum of Art, blantonmuseum.org
To 5/28/07: Power to the People, LBJ Library & Museum, lbjlib.utexas.edu
Ongoing:
European Paintings from the Permanent Collection and America/Americas, Blanton Museum of Art, blantonmuseum.org
Gems and Minerals, Texas Memorial Museum, texasmemorialmuseum.org

Nov 11 Veteran's Day Parade
9:00 a.m.
Congress Avenue & South Steps of the State Capitol
nov11.org/EventInfo2004.htm

Veterans' Day is a day to honor and support the current and former members of the United States Armed Services. The annual Veterans' Day Parade kicks off at 9:00 a.m. on the Congress Avenue Bridge and travels to the Capital Building. You'll have a great view all along Congress Avenue, and there will be a reviewing stand at the Steven F. Austin Hotel at Congress and 7th. A special ceremony will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the South Capital steps, which you're invited to attend.

Nov 11 Poetry on the Plaza -
Greenwich Village Voices
12:00 p.m.
Harry Ransom Center for the Humanitites, 21st & Guadalupe
(512) 471-8944, hrc.utexas.edu

Hear the English language as an art form at this month's Poetry on the Plaza. Past poets read include William Shakespeare, T.S. Eliot, Ezra Pound, Anne Sexton, and Dylan Thomas. Readers are drawn from the local community and have included professors and students at the university as well as local actors and authors. The readings take place on the plaza directly
east of the Ransom Center's main entrance.

Nov 11 Waller Creek Clean-Up
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
24th Street Bridge, 24th & San Jacinto
(512) 232-5654, wallercreek.org

Waller Creek is one of Austin's most important watersheds and home to a diversity of wildlife. You're invited to help beautify and protect this waterway during the Waller Creek Clean-Up. Sign up online at wallercreek.org. Participants must be at least 18 years old. You'll meet at the 24th Street bridge at San Jacinto Street at 8:30 a.m., sign a standard liability release, listen to safety guidelines, grab the gloves and bags provided and head to your assigned location.

Nov 12 Austin Heritage Hunt Celebration - NOTICE - Event Cancelled
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Texas State Cemetery, 909 Navasota
(512) 474-5198 ext. 13, hsaustin.org

Who fought in the Pig War in 1841? Where are Bigfoot Wallace and Thomas "Peg Leg" Ward buried? What is in a Sissy Burger at Dirty Martin's? Heritage Hunters is a fun way for kids to learn about the things that make Austin unique and special! Sleuths who uncover the answers to these and other intriguing questions are invited to celebrate their success and receive a certificate as an official Heritage Hunter during this special ceremony. Children 12 and under who have completed one tour should bring their answer sheet and an adult escort to this celebration. RSVP at rsvp@hsaustin.org or call (512) 474-5198 ext. 13.

Nov 14 Club Red Launch Party
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cantina Laredo, 214 W. 3rd
centex.redcross.org

Networking with a conscience! Join Club Red for their official Launch Party!
Come mingle with other young professionals and learn more about a cool new networking organization in Austin associated with the Red Cross. This group is committed to helping the community prevent, prepare for, and respond to life's emergencies through community service, education, and social fundraising activities. Enjoy free appetizers, compliments of Cantina Laredo. The first 100 guests will receive a goodie bag filled with fantastic stuff from local boutiques, restaurants, and fitness spots around town. Invite your friends and come have a good time for a good cause! For more information contact Erin Franz at eoneil@centex.redcross.org or (512) 929-1276.


Nov 15 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas: "Just Imagine"
Fundraising Luncheon
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
St. David's Episcopal Church, Crail Hall, 304 East 7th Street
(512) 472-5972, ext. 213, bbbscentraltx.org

Come learn how Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas is making a huge difference for youngsters. You'll hear stirring presentations about how this one-to-one mentoring from is positively impacting children and families all across Austin and Central Texas. The "Just Imagine" luncheon will feature KVUE's Mark Murray as emcee, Texas Railroad Commissioner Michael Williams, and the renowned Palm Elementary School Choir. The luncheon and parking are free, but reservations are required. Please call (512) 472-5927, ext. 213 or e-mail chuck@bbbscentraltx.org. Tables of ten are available for companies or organizations. For more information visit bbbscentraltx.org.

Nov 15 Texas Toast & Taste
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill, 303 Red River
(512) 327-7555, winefoodfoundation.org

Texas Toast and Taste will take participants through a sensory evaluation exercise, as well as a wine and food pairing of some of the best Texas wines with the delectable food of Chef Larry Perdido of Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill. You'll learn how to make educated menu selections while savoring the "reigning royalty of Texas wines? -Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and Viognier. This fun and informative class is perfect for all ages and experience levels.

Nov 15 - 19 A Christmas Affair
Palmer Events Center, Barton Springs Rd.
(512) 467-8982, jlaustin.org

Now in its 31st year, A Christmas Affair has become a vital part of fundraising for the Austin community. This year's event "Home for the Holidays-Christmas in Austin" will feature 200+ merchants from across the country. Each day offers special themed events. For a full list of how to enjoy A Christmas Affair, please go to jlaustin.org. The market hours are Thursday 12:00 - 9:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 per guest. Children 5 years and under are free.

To Nov 12 Christmas at the Caswell House
Daniel H. Caswell House, 1404 West Ave.
austinjuniorforum.org

Christmas at the Caswell House is an amazing event featuring daily lunches, live music, numerous special events and shopping from merchants throughout Austin and Texas. You'll want to put one (or more) of these special evening events on your calendar and plan to attend Women and Wine, Texan Hold 'Em Night and Tiaras and Tapas. All proceeds from Christmas at Caswell benefit non-profit organizations through the AJF (Austin Junior Forum) grant program.

November 13, 20, 27 Leadership Austin
5:30-8:45 p.m.
(512) 499-0435 x 16, lthomson@leadershipaustin.org

What goes on behind the scenes in a campaign? What does it take to run for an elected office? Join Leadership Austin and the Austin Area Research Organization for the non-partisan Leadership Academy for Public Service to learn more about the political process, including practical and specific strategies for assessing, planning, and organizing a campaign. The distinguished faculty includes elected officials and consultants who have organized successful campaigns at all levels of government. The seminar fee is $195, which includes the three evening series, course materials and supper. Seminar size is limited to allow for class interaction, so register early. For more information, call (512) 499-0435 x 16 or email lthomson@leadershipaustin.org.

Nov 11 Veteran's Day Parade
Congress Avenue
nov11.org/EventInfo2004.htm

Congress Avenue, between Riverside and Cesar Chavez, will be closed from 6:30 a.m. until approximately 10:30 for staging of the parade.

At 9:00 a.m., Congress will close from Cesar Chavez to 11th Street for the parade. The parade is expected to be finished and all streets re-opened by 10:30.

Cross streets will be closed one block off of Congress on either side. Cross traffic will be permitted to cross Congress as conditions permit. Cross streets will re-open to traffic after the parade has passed.

Nov 11 Austin Farmers' Market
Republic Square, 4th & Guadalupe
austinfarmersmarket.org

From 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., W. 4th St. will be closed between Guadalupe and San Antonio for the Austin Farmers Market.

Nov 14 Austin Farmer's Market at "Fast Food Nation" Austin Premiere
700 Block of Congress Avenue
austinfarmersmarket.org

Congress Avenue, between 7th Street and 8th Street, will be closed from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.


Week of Nov 15 through Nov 22

Nov 18 "Governor for a Day Parade"
Congress Avenue
senate.state.tx.us/75r/senate/members/dist23/gfad/senate.htm

Congress Avenue, between Riverside and 11th Street, will be closed at 8:00 a.m. for the parade, which begins at 9:00 a.m. The parade is expected to end by 11:00 a.m.

Cross streets will be closed one block off of Congress on either side. Cross traffic will be permitted to cross Congress as conditions permit. Congress and cross streets will re-open to traffic after the parade has passed.

Nov 18 National Alliance on Mental Illness' Walk for the Mind of America
nami.org

The walk will begin and end on at Auditorium Shores. After the Governor for a Day Parade has finished, participants will proceed along the following route:
- North, across the S. First Street Bridge via the pedestrian walkway;
- East on Cesar Chavez;
- North on Congress, in the northbound lanes;
- At 11th Street, walkers will U-turn into the southbound lanes of Congress;
- South on Congress;
- West on 2nd Street;
- South on Guadalupe;
- South across the First Street Bridge via the pedestrian walkway.

There will be no street closures for the event, but APD officers will escort the participants and traffic on Congress and cross streets will be temporarily impacted.

Nov 18 Austin Farmers' Market
Republic Square, 4th & Guadalupe
austinfarmersmarket.org

From 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., W. 4th St. will be closed between Guadalupe and San Antonio for the Austin Farmers Market.

Nov 15 Arts & Entertainment Marketing Committee
8:30 a.m.
211 E. 7th Street, 7th Floor Conference Room
(512) 469-1766, downtownaustin.com/daa/whoweare

Chair: Nancy Burns, Staff Liaison: Cilla Temple

Nov 16 Issues & Eggs
7:30 a.m.
St. David's Episcopal Church, 304 E. 7th
(512) 469-1766, rsvp@downtownaustin.com

This special two-part presentation looks at different aspects of a streetcar system that has been proposed to serve downtown Austin, the state office complex, the University of
Texas, and the Mueller redevelopment site. First, Lucy Galbraith, Transit Oriented Development Manager for Capital Metro, will present the results of the Future Connections Study, which Capital Metro conducted to determine the locally preferred mode and route for a circulator and connector service. Charles Heimsath, President of Capitol Market Research, will then present his firm's study on the economic effects a streetcar system might have on downtown Austin. You'll want to attend this Issues & Eggs to learn more about how downtown Austin is moving forward.

Don't Miss This Week's Repeat Episode's of

Nov 9 - 7:30 p.m. KLRU Basic
Nov 10 - 5:30 a.m. KLRU
klru.org

Episode #206 - TO PROTECT, AND TO SERVE, AND TO LIVE DOWNTOWN
Waller Creek-Why it's important to DOWNTOWN and why flood control is so critical. / Their base is in DOWNTOWN, but APD's SWAT Team is here for the safety of all of Austin. / Experience DOWNTOWN's beautiful Norwood Tower, and tour the lovely penthouse apartment of Luci Baines Johnson and husband Ian Turpin, as they share their passion for their DOWNTOWN lifestyle.