First edition of West Austin Scoop is here!

Welcome to the West Austin Scoop!

Welcome to our inaugural West Austin Scoop newsletter. Thanks for being here. We promise not to spam you, and only send out one 'value-added' email a week.

Now, a little about me: I was born and raised in Central Austin. So yes, I say Burnet, Town Lake, and Cesar Chavez the right way. I moved to Southwest Austin in high school, married my high school sweetheart, served four years in the Marine Corps, and now wrangle four kids while running a local lawn and landscaping business.

Most days, I’m driving all over West Austin—keeping yards alive and eyes out for the best tacos. So I figured, why not share what I’m finding?

Thanks for reading. Forward it to a friend if you think they’d enjoy it. Or send me ideas on how to make it better.

So why the newsletter?

My goal is simple: be in the top 5% of emails you actually want to open.

Each issue will include a quick word from me, plus a roundup of hyperlocal, actually useful info like:

• Local events and neighborhood happenings

• Restaurants worth your money (from taco trucks to date night)

• Landscaping tips for West Austin homeowners

• Real estate tidbits and market insight

• Anything else relevant to life west of Mopac

• Absolutely no political rants—plenty of other places for that

We get national news every five minutes. But it’s your local area—your street, your schools, your weather—that usually shapes your day. That’s what this is about. Solving the local news shortage, one newsletter at a time.

—Cheers, Nolan

In today’s Scoop:

• Pecan Street Festival Moves to Bee Cave

• Restaurant Highlight: Quince Lakehouse

• Local Real Estate Scoop

• Upcoming Events

🍴 Quince Lakehouse
A stunning waterfront spot on Lake Austin, Quince Lakehouse combines upscale casual vibes with breathtaking views. Enjoy a globally-inspired menu, influenced by vibrant culinary cities like New York and Mexico City, in a lively, relaxed setting. Perfect for happy hour, weekend brunches, or private events, it’s an inviting local gem.

🏡 Buying or Selling in West Austin? Work with the Best!

When it comes to West Austin real estate, Whitney Newton and his lovely wife Lizzy are the experts you want in your corner. Whitney is a friend of mine and I trust his honesty, market knowledge, and an unmatched work ethic. He is also a great dad (not so important for real estate…but really important for life).

✅ Full-price offers before listing
✅ Seamless home-buying & selling experience
✅ Deep knowledge of the West Austin & Hill Country market

🏆 "The best realtor in the ATX area—hands down!" – Shari R.

Ready to make your next move? Call or text Whitney Newton at 512-516-5730 today!

Check out the website here or email [email protected]

Thank you to our local sponsors who help make this newsletter possible 🙏

💠 Blue Gardenia Boutique

This little gem in West Austin is the kind of place you walk into “just to look” and somehow always leave with the perfect gift (even if it’s for yourself).

Blue Gardenia Boutique has a beautifully curated mix of home décor, accessories, and unique finds that feel just as special as the neighborhood it’s in. If you haven’t stopped by yet, it’s definitely worth a visit!

🎨 Festival Moves to Bee Cave

Austin's beloved Pecan Street Festival is relocating its spring event to Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave, running May 3-4 with over 100 arts vendors, food, live music, and kids' activities.

This major cultural event (typically drawing 400,000 attendees) brings one of downtown's biggest art festivals right to West Austin's doorstep, so mark your calendars but plan for increased traffic that weekend! Read more here.

🌼 Spring Plant Sale 2025 | Wildflower Center | Austin | 04/04–04/06 | More.
Shop native plants to enhance your garden's beauty and sustainability.

🐣 EGGstravaganza | City Park | Lakeway | 04/05 | More.
Enjoy egg hunts, a petting zoo, face painting, and more family fun.

🪁 ABC Kite Fest | Zilker Park | Austin | 04/05 | More.
Enjoy kite flying, contests, live music, and family-friendly activities.

🎨 "Ode to the Masters" Opening | Hill Country Galleria | Bee Cave | 04/05 | More.
Celebrate a new exhibit with local artists, art displays, and refreshments.

🏃 Statesman Cap10K | Downtown Austin | Austin | 04/06 | More.
Join Texas' largest 10K race through Austin's scenic streets.

🎭 Mean Girls (High School Version) | TexARTS Theater | Lakeway | 04/05 | More.
Local students perform the hit teen comedy musical with catchy songs and humor.

🎵 Saturday Night Concert Series | Hill Country Central Plaza | Bee Cave | 04/05 | More.
Free outdoor music on the lawn with nearby food options and dog-friendly atmosphere.

🎪 4th Annual Driftwood Heritage Festival | Vista Brewing | Driftwood | 04/06 | More.
Free family festivities celebrating local culture with food, music and Hill Country charm.

🎨 Ode to the Masters Opening | Hill Country Galleria | Bee Cave | 04/05 | More. Experience local artists' interpretations of masterworks while enjoying refreshments.

🎸 Del Castillo & Patricia Vonne | Spicewood Vineyards | Spicewood | 04/05 | More.
Latin rock and Americana music in an intimate vineyard setting with wine.

🎻 Night w/ the Austin Symphony | Performing Arts Center | Bee Cave | 04/05 | More.
Professional and student musicians perform together under Maestro Peter Bay's direction.

🎮 Fun Friday | Tarrytown United Methodist Church | Tarrytown | 04/04 | More.
Relaxed evening community gathering in a safe environment for local families.

🛍️ Bee Cave Artisan Market | Hill Country Galleria | Bee Cave | 04/05 | More.
Browse handcrafted items from local artists and artisans in an outdoor setting.

🥕 Bee Cave Farmers Market | Hill Country Galleria | Bee Cave | 04/06 | More.
Shop for fresh local produce and artisanal food products from regional vendors.

🎭 Hamilton – Final Shows | Bass Concert Hall | UT Campus | until 04/06 | More.
Experience Lin-Manuel Miranda's revolutionary musical about the Founding Fathers.