What's Happening -- 17th Annual Austin Home & Garden Show

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WH Logo It's that time again! Time for the 17th Annual Austin Home & Garden Show, January 16th – 18th at the Austin Convention Center.  Time to get a jump on those projects you promised yourself you would complete this year -- promises you made just a couple of weeks ago.There will be inspiration and practical help for everything inside and out with a good dose of fun thrown in, including Brian Santos, ”The Wall Wizard”. Interactive and educational presentations will occur throughout the weekend and include audience questions.A new addition to the show is a designated Gardening Stage. Expert Gardeners will be available from Travis County Master Gardeners, Austin Pond Society, Bamboo Society, and Goodness Grows in Austin.

Don't forget the kids!

There will be lots of kids’ activities -- even Michael Angelo the Ninja Turtle will make a special appearance on Saturday from 11:00 am- 4:00 pm. There will also be a Tiny House Feature by Affordable Portables, and a large Kids’ Zone with all kinds of fun activities from Costco, Macaroni Kid and the Bamboo Society of Austin.  New York Life will offer a Child ID Program for parents with fingerprinting and photographs.Even more family fun at an ‘Exotic & Every Day Animals’ display by the Capitol of Texas Zoo and an exciting live Birds of Prey demonstration by Last Chance Forever.There will be shopping offered of  artisan-crafted gifts and GO TEXAN products and gourmet treats.And if you feel a home is not a home without a pet, The Austin Humane Society will be onsite with their mobile adoption center, and furry friends ready for adoption. The Austin Home and Garden show is $8.50 for adults (17+), $6.50 for seniors (65+) all weekend, and free for kids 16 and under. Admission is complimentary for all active duty military personnel (valid ID required). Visitwww.austinhomeandgardenshow.com for a $1.00 off admission coupon. For best value, receive $2 off admission when tickets are purchased online in advance. Complimentary Autumn Beauty Sunflower Seeds and tote bags (while supplies last). The 17th Annual Austin Fall Home & Garden Show is sponsored by Time Warner, KVUE, and KKMJ/KAMX. WHAT:                 The 17th Annual Austin Fall Home & Garden ShowWHEN:                 Friday, January 16, 2-7pmSaturday, January 17, 10am-7pmSunday, January 18, 11am-5pmWHERE:              The Austin Convention Center500 East Cesar Chavez StreetAustin, TX 78701Ph: 512.404.4000Metered parking, and Convention Center Parking:2nd Street Garage201 East 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701. Entrances on Brazos and San Jacinto streets.5th Street Garage601 East 5th Street, Austin, TX 78701 Entrance on 5th Street, between Red River and Sabine streets. ADMISSION:    Adults 17+ - $8.50Kids 16 years and under – FreeSeniors 65+ - $6.50 (All Weekend)*Active Duty Military – Free$1.00 off coupon available online at ShowTechnology.com.For best value, receive $2 off admission when purchased in advance, online at www.austinhomeandgardenshow.com*No further discounts applied to senior admission.

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