Public Notice
By Kate X Messer, Fri., Jan. 23, 1998
Easy, Tiger!
Power! Courage! Will! We Tigers are rebels with a cause. We are aggressive, courageous, and candid. We are big softies at heart. We are romantic, passionate, playful. We love life and want to live it to the fullest. Look out, 1998 is the Year of the Tiger! January 28 is the official day that Chinese New Year begins.
We Tigers are one of the most revered of Chinese birth signs. Colorful! Unpredictable! Energetic! We love being the center of attention. We are also impatient, not afraid to say what we think, and have suspicious natures. But despite our quick temper, we are sincere, generous, and very affectionate to those we love and trust. When we are injured or ill we need all the sympathy we can get - sodon't hurt our feelings; we may never forgive you.
We found a lot of this info at this great Chinese New Year Website. It's loaded with bold graphics and great info, including a comprehensive calendar to determine which animal you are, virtual fortune cookies, and areas to send cards and messages to loved ones for Chinese New Year. http://www.new-year.co.uk/chinese/
Locally, the Asian-American Alliance, the Texas Asian Chamber of Commerce, and the Asian Festival Association are hosting Asian Fest `98 - The Year of the Tiger at the Austin Music Hall, Sun, Feb 1, 11am-6pm. Admission is $4 for senior citizens, $5 for other adults, and free for kids 12 years and under. The association is also seeking Volunteers to work at the festival. General Info, 302-0555; Volunteer info, 912-1726.
The Meal You Ate Will Advocate
Youth Advocacy will benefit from a percentage of the profits made by La Feria restaurant for all of Tue, Feb 3. Go have some lunch or dinner and support a good cause. 326-4830.
Home, Green Home
Casa Verde Builders and American Institute for Learning present the Parade of Affordable Homes, Sat, Jan 31, 10am-5pm. The tour begins at 1112 Delano in the Springdale/Webberville neighborhood. These energy-efficient homes are available to low-income families. 472-3395.
Home Improvement
Hands on Housing, a program of Austin Metropolitan Ministries, seeks dedicated Volunteers to assist in rehabilitating homes free of cost for the elderly, disabled, and low-income homeowners. They are especially looking for folks to participate in their spring event, repairing 35-45 homes in mid-April. All skill (and non-skill) levels are needed. 472-7627.
Chris' House
The ol' Christopher House is coming home to the Hospice Austin family. It's re-opening as Central Texas' first in-patient hospice. Come see the brand spankin' new facility at 2820 E. MLK at the Open House, Sat, Jan 31, 1-4pm, with Ribbon Cutting and Dedication Ceremony at 1:30pm. 342-4700.
Hostelity
Hostelling International-Austin presents the Wednesday Night Songwriters Celebration, a non-profit concert series featuring touring songwriters, Wednesdays, 7-9pm at the hostel, 2200 S. Lakeshore. Donations are encouraged. The next few featured artists are: Wed, Jan 28, Freed CD release and Songwriters Celebration First Year Birthday Party; Feb 4, Kevin So from Massachusetts; Feb 11, Megan Peters from Utah. Also, a Special House Concert will be hosted by the hostel Sat, Jan 24, 7pm featuring Allen Wayne Damron. Admission is $5. 444-2294.
Race Ya!
Come kiss the baby! The Yellow Bike Project turns "1" this Sat, Jan 24. The First Birthday bash is at 419 W. Johanna. They promise food, bikes, music, and fun. Bring the kids. 916-3553. n
