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March 31, 2026 · Kelsey Bradshaw
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What's CITY Talking About
New THC Rules Are in Effect Today
New rules that ban the sale of smokable hemp and increase licensing and registration fees go into effect today across Texas. People in the hemp industry say the new rules will force businesses to close. [City Cast Austin 🎧]
New Downtown Plan Will Add Bus and Bike Lanes
Austin City Council members approved a plan to revamp downtown roadways, including adding bus and bike lanes, and making some streets two-way. Pedestrians, cyclists, and people using public transit are the focus of the plan. [Austin American-Statesman]
South Lamar Is Getting a Sushi Spot
Come June, South Lamar Boulevard just south of Oltorf Street will be home to a small to-go sushi restaurant. The 800-square-foot space will have a stand-up hand roll bar, too. [Austin Business Journal]
Austin Just Had Its Warmest March Ever
Austin apparently had its warmest March on record and it’s not even over. The month, so far, has an average temperature of 70.2 degrees, which surpasses the previous record of 68.9 degrees set in 1907. [KVUE]
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Dear Evan Hanson live at Zach Theater
See the six-time Tony Award-winner right here in Austin. Funny, heart-wrenching, and impossible to shake, The Washington Post calls Dear Evan Hansen "one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history." On stage April 8–May 17 at Zach Theater. Get your tickets before they're gone!
What To Do
Tuesday, March 31
- 🎨 Crafternoon at Austin Public Library Southeast Branch
- 📚 Spring Storytime! at BookPeople
- 🎻 University of Texas Symphony Orchestra & Choirs at the Long Center
- 🎶 Journey at the Moody Center
- 🏳️⚧️ Trans Day of Visibility Trivia + Open Mic Show at Oil Can Harry’s
Wednesday, April 1
- 🐶 Barking Book Buddies: Read to Gustavo at Austin Public Library Yarborough Branch
- 📗 Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Educational Storytime at BookPeople
- 😆 Theo Von at ACL Live at The Moody Theater
- 🎶 TRIBEZA’s Birthday Bash Featuring Tiffany at Antone’s
- 💬 High Noon Talk: The Life and Work of Elisabet Ney at Bullock Texas State History Museum
- 🗳️ Voter Registration Event at Slackers Brewing Co.
Thursday, April 2
- ❓ “Friends” Trivia at 1972 ATX Women’s Sports Pub
- 🦇 The Secret Lives of Bats at Austin Public Library Menchaca Road Branch
- 📙 Marie Howe: “New and Selected Poems” at Harry Ransom Center
- 🧑🍳 Cookbook Author Tour: "Heartland Masala" at Meanwhile Brewing Co.
- 🎶 Samara Joy at ACL Live at The Moody Theater
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Shaping Austin’s Future, Together
Austin is our home. It’s where we’re raising families, building communities, championing causes, and working towards a community where everyone can thrive. Austin Community Foundation invites you to Austin in Common on April 14 — an evening to connect, celebrate, and invest in a brighter future for the city we call home.
The event features storytelling by Danielle Walker, Kerry Rupp, and Daniel Lubetzky. Miles Bloxson returns as event emcee. Plus delightful local food and music!
Tickets available at austinincommon.org.
🍲 Bye! I have to go buy matzo ball soup ingredients for later this week!
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