Hi all,

I’m an English guy in early 30s and have just got back from my first visit to the US. Loved it.

Went to two very different places - Portland and Chicago. Loved both, but given I was only in both a few days and so the size of Portland was great for actually being able to visit all the best bars and restaurants etc.

What I liked doing was ultimately going to bars, finding new friends in the 20/30s age bracket and having a good night. In my recent trip the daytime stuff was all work, though this trip I’d have days as well.

Anyway, I was looking into options of similar sized cities with good nightlife in those age ranges and Austin was one that came up. I am also intrigued by it being quite a different part of the US to my last trip.

So my questions are:
1. For what I’m looking for as above, is Austin a good fit?
2. During that week in December, will Austin still feel lively or will it all have quietened down for Christmas? I guess some cities feel busier at Christmas and some are quietened by people disappearing elsewhere for Christmas.
3. If it does sound like Austin, and that week, would be a good fit, any key advice on areas to stay and areas to focus on?

Thanks in advance!

Hey, 29m (straight, white) and wondering how good or bad the dating app scene here is in Austin. As with everywhere obviously location matters but I’m curious to get your inside thoughts on whether dating is as “cooked” as people complain it is.

So my question is what’s been your experience? What’s been good, what hasn’t been? What apps have you found success (or failure) on?

Hello I (26F) have been working as a bartender in Albuquerque New Mexico for the last few years. I’m considering moving to Austin for grad school and was wondering if anyone working in the industry could give me some pointers on the good spots to try to get into.

I currently make around 40-50k a year working 25-30 hours a week which is reallyyy good for Albuquerque working industry. I’m guessing my earnings potential will go up since Austin is a much bigger/ younger city?

I prefer to work in divey type smaller bars but I’m open to trying other things. I’ve worked fine dining and casual dining before but I really prefer local hole in the wall places.

Hey guys, I'm a massive Kanan Gill fan and was wondering if anyone would be open to sell me a ticket if they've got one spare or aren't able to make it?

Thinking about moving back. I miss the nightlife and Tyson’s tacos.

Hi all,

While I was parked overnight in my apartment's parking lot, somebody hit and run my new truck. They didn't leave their info or anything so I just filed a police report on the non emergency website. The apartment has cameras, so they should be able to get the person,

but I was wondering what anyone's experience with the non-emergency line is.

I've made a report to the UT Police before (non-emergency) and they didn't do anything. Hopefully the municipal police are better, idk. Just want to get the person :(

All,

I currently live in the Midwest and am looking to move to Austin. I am 26M. I like to stay active and workout/run, pickleball. Not big into drinking a lot but don’t mind the occasional outing or party. I have a degree in construction management and have been applying to companies down there. If anyone here or knows someone in the field please DM me for personals. I have 2+ years of GC experience in the field. Wanting to live close or in downtown. Possibly open to roommates,friends, etc.

Recently moved to ATX and I’m currently looking for a barbershop hiring in the Austin area.

I’m a licensed barber with 5+ years of experience. I specialize in modern haircuts, fades, shaves, and short-to-medium textured styles.

Since I’m new to the city, I’m looking for a shop with a steady walk-in clientele. I’m hardworking, reliable, and ready to put in the work to build my clientele and become part of a great team.

If anyone knows of a shop that’s hiring, or if you’re looking for a responsible and experienced barber, feel free to reach out!
I’m currently doing house calls while I find the right shop.
Here’s more of my work/portfolio 👇💈

https://www.instagram.com/avilafxdez?exln=MXRkYjRycDhlb29xNQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Basically the title. Haven't gotten involved w the car community here (is there one?) so idk where to go. pls drop example pics too!! cause a couple garages here look nice but dont photograph that well

hi, has anyone ever lived at the above apartments or known anyone who has? I drove past them and they look cute. I toured and they do look great. and really cheap (under 800 base rent). and the recent reviews seem good too

the price just seems hard to believe that there are great apartments at that price and in that part of Austin. also I saw they are going to build a small shopping center a block away

I’m getting a little tired of eating at the same places, what are the best new restaurants in Austin? Preferably not too expensive.

I moved from California to Texas because the markets been tight but I have nowhere to stay and need a hand. I’m mid level sales guy with verifiable success in PE, financial services, raw materials and technology. I ran my own sales Development consultancy with distributed BDRs working remotely. I got screwed big time on some deals I had expected to pay out by now and lost my stable Job late last year, the market has been totally f*cked for me since and I’ve been screwed by various startups and people along the way. I’m out of patience. So I’ll pay for referall if hired. Not picky. That simple. Otherwise I’m heading to the oil fields.

Can someone please give me a recommendation for shop or mechanic that familiar with Ford other than Ford Authorized shop? I need to fix my explorer for work and dont have the kind of money Ford shop would charge me for.

I currently have Visible which is $35 a month but my iPhone 9 has to go and Visible servics can be slow. I’m considering moving away from Visible if I can get a good new sign up deal for the new iPhone. I saw At&t offers this, but not sure how they are in Austin?

Looking for movers in Austin that charge a reasonable price. Also open to prices of those who pack and move for you. I’m open to the two options. Also moving within the week 😬

Hi! So me (24f) and my friend (23f) are visiting austin this weekend and last night she got her wallet stolen with her ID after we left barbarella. We went back to the area today to see if maybe it fell on the ground or someone left it around, even went to the corner store that she got a notif that her card was attempted to be used at and they were not that much help either. We do want to go out tonight and I feel bad because it’s her birthday weekend as well ): I’m wondering if there is anyyy chance at all that any bars/clubs in the downtown area or surrounding areas accept paper ID or are chill about checking at the door? Or are we fucked? TIA!!!

Any special ed parents out there that have sent their kids to early childhood special ed programs in BISD? Any reviews, comments, or experiences would be very helpful! Thank you!

Looking to know if there's any confirmation for the new "Ramayana" movie to get a screen at the Bullock Museum IMAX theater next month. I prefer to not watch it at Regal IMAX, if it's going to be available at Bullock.

It's releasing on the same weekend as Godzilla Minus Zero.

Trailer for anyone just curious:

https://youtu.be/AYkPRN874m8

Have your friends and family made their vote plans? If not, come join us this Saturday!

No Kings 4: Don’t Ghost the Vote is happening THIS SATURDAY from 2-5 pm @ 4700 Grover Ave

Print a copy of your sample ballot, pick up a copy of the League of Women Voters’ nonpartisan voter guide to help you make decisions about any positions or propositions that you are unsure about, get connected with resources for rides to the polls, and so much more!

There will be a DJ, photobooth, art activities— fun for the whole family! Bring a friend & bring your fam for a fabulous day— leave with a voting plan and any notes/materials that you may want to take into the voting booth with you.

Find more info and rsvp https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1032235/

Looking for a company that can:

1. Stain the brick. I mean an actual penetrating stain like Nawkaw or Masonry Cosmetics, not paint or limewash.

2. Repaint the exterior trim, eaves, and siding.

One company for both would be ideal, but I'm open to splitting it if the right brick person only does masonry.

If you've had brick stained around here:
Who did it? How's it holding up? Roughly what did it cost?

Names to avoid are welcome too.

I've heard Austin is full of "peter pans" who don't want to settle down. Have you found that to be true? Is finding someone emotionally intelligent, financially put together, and ready to start a family pretty rare?

Does anyone in Austin have any suggestions for psychiatric care that does not stigmatize or demonize stimulants and/or benzodiazepines as part of your treatment plan ADHD and anxiety disorders? I seem to be running into the issue that the providers I’m able to afford; seem to be anti-controlled meds. (Please let me know if there is a better subreddit to post this in, as I’m new here.)

Despite having long term documented history of adverse reactions to many other alternatives that have been attempted (and still are being attempted), and long term history of improvement upon having been placed on said meds? I require a higher than 40mg adderall dosage due to mixed subtype adhd and having chronic fatigue conditions impacts my dosage. Most will not go above 30mg and at 30mg I am not functional in the slightest.

Yes, we’ve tried wakefulness agents and non stimulants and other stimulant options over the last 5-6 years. The only one to consistently work for me has been 60mg adderall for the last two years. I also have been on 0.25 klonopin after a traumatic event several months ago. Initially it was PRN as needed, but currently at the low dose daily until I’m restabilized to then taper off back to as needed. However, after having lost my insurance and unable to afford private insurance for a while; I’ll either have to pay out of pocket if I can find reasonable prices or sliding scale locations, or providers that accept MAPS.

My new provider is having me cold turkey stop the long term benzo with no taper and no therapy or stabilizing first. Is refusing to work with me on a plan.

This is also putting me at major risk being disabled and homebound with little transportation access should there be an emergency.

I’m being cut from 60mg back to 30mg again (this is the second provider to do this.) They attempted to insinuate that I was not being truthful about the dosage; despite me offering to have my previous long term psych send documentation.
As well as my previous pharmacy.
It can easily be fact checked but they refused.

This was through integral care. I’ve also tried Televero and a couple others.

I’ll also be started on a new SNRI at the same time, again, with no therapy or treatment plan to transition or slowly taper.

As someone with MECFS due to long COVID; this also will put my housing restabilization and employment re-establishing at risk in the midst of an unstable environment and circumstance.

This would entirely derail all progress I’ve made and I’d be unable to work or leave my home at all. Which defeated the sole purpose and goal as to why I connected with Integral care to begin with.

SOS. Help.

Once my funds are sorted again; I don’t mind paying higher out of pocket if need be so feel free to suggest anyway. However, for immediate care I am seeking cost effective, sliding scale, etc as that is all I am able to work with for now.

I saw something in the lease about a 5% utility addendum that is worded really weirdly and looks like 5% of the buildings total central hot water cost to a single apartment, even though the formula says its supposed to be calculated by dividing the square foot of the one apartment by the total square feet in all the units… which makes 5% wild since there are so many units. Is this accurate or something to fight on the lease?