🌵 Goat yoga by morning, reptiles by day, tacos anytime

Big news. Life-changing, really. My company now has a taco truck that stops by every week.

I feel like I made it. This is what we’ve been working for all along.

The “Taco Lady” (her name is Nadie) doesn’t speak a word of English… which, as you know, means the tacos are legit. But wait—it gets better. She also serves tamales.

It’s a dream come true.

We’ve all heard of love languages: words of affirmation, acts of service, all that. Mine?

Tacos.

Bad day? Tacos.

Good day? Tacos.

Not sure? Still tacos.

It’s a lifestyle. I recommend it.

In honor of this sacred moment, I’m using El Arroyo signs as the GIF theme at the bottom of this newsletter. I love that sign. An Austin classic. I definitely didn’t get their permission, so… maybe go buy a shirt or coffee mug from them so I don’t get sued.

Cheers (and tacos),
Nolan

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🧚 Ramblin’ Rita Fairy Tale Show | Westbank Library | West Lake Hills | 06/27 | More
Interactive tales, songs, and puppets perfect for young imaginations.

🐍 Austin Reptile Shows | Lake Travis Community Library | Lakeway | 06/27 | More
Hands-on reptile fun for curious kids!

🧪 Mad Science | Laura’s Library | Austin | 06/27 | More
High-energy experiments that wow kids and ignite curious minds.

💦 Summer Splash Bash | Little Woodrow’s | Bee Cave | 06/28 | More
Waterslide, ice pops, and pint specials—summer fun for all ages!

🎪 Sock Monkey Circus | Lake Travis Community Library | Lakeway | 07/03 | More
Whimsical puppets and marionettes bring the circus to life for all ages.

🍷 5 Course Food & Wine Pairing | Lakeway Resort & Spa | Lakeway | 06/27 | More
Savor Texas wines and chef-crafted pairings in an elegant lakeside setting.

🎤 GYPSY Live | Little Woodrow’s | Bee Cave | 06/27 | More
Fleetwood Mac vibes, soaring vocals, and a surprise finale you won't forget!

🐐 GOGA Goat Yoga | GOGA Yoga | Bee Cave | 06/28 | More
Stretch, smile, and pose indoors with playful baby goats—fun for ages 10 and up!

🀄 Weekend Mahjong | Westbank Library | West Lake Hills | 06/29 | More
Relaxed Sunday play for beginners and seasoned Mahjong fans alike.

🎲 Games for Grown-ups | Laura’s Library | Austin | 07/01 | More
Friendly afternoon of Mahjong and tabletop games—beginners welcome!

🎸 Band of Heathens Live | Omni Barton Creek Resort | Austin | 07/03 | More
Americana roots, gold hits, and summer magic under the Hill Country sky.

📚 Silent Book Club | Hops & Thyme | Lakeway | 07/03 | More
Sip, read, and relax with fellow book lovers—no pressure, just pages.

🎥 Reel Men: Masculinity & Media | Eastside Cinema | Austin | 06/27 | More
Documentary screening and panel on masculinity and men’s mental health.

🍣 Sushi Party | Central Market North Lamar | Austin | 06/27 | More
Roll your own sushi and sip sake in this fun hands-on class.

🎤 Lunch Hour 2 Comedy Show | Mr. Nice Guys | Austin | 06/28 | More
Two comics, two styles—one hilariously unforgettable night.

🦖 Dinosaur Day | Texas Science & Natural History Museum | Austin | 06/28 | More
Fossils, scavenger hunts, and t-rex fun for dino-loving families.