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🌱 Spring Break Activities In Town + Adopt A Pet At Local Shelter

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Gabriela Cantu Couvillion, Neighbor
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Happy Saturday, North Austin-Pflugerville! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine, but cool. High: 60 Low: 31.

Here are the top stories today in North Austin-Pflugerville:

  1. Now that Spring Break is here, it's time to keep the kids busy! It won't be too hard to do that in Pflugerville, as there are plenty of activities in town to keep them occupied. From family craft-time to 'Pfarmer's' Market and movie night, there's something for everyone to enjoy! For a list with details of those and other events, please visit: (Press Release Desk)
  2. If you're looking for a pet, why not look at the North Austin-Pflugerville area shelters? There are many animals there that are waiting to be adopted! "According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, over 6 million companion animals are given to adoption facilities each year nationwide, however, only around half of all these animals are adopted each year." Patch and Petfinder can help you in your search for a furry four-legged friend! If you like dogs, you might consider Lita, a terrier up for adoption, but if you're a cat person, there are several cats too. To start the adoption process, click on any pet listing at: (North Austin-Pflugerville Patch)
  3. On Thursday, March 10 at approximately 11:03 p.m., a major crash occurred at the intersection of Burnet Road and Rutland Drive in North Austin. The crash involved two vehicles in which two drivers "were rushed to the hospital — one in serious condition and the other in stable condition." For more details visit: (KEYE TV CBS Austin)

Today in North Austin-Pflugerville:

  • Total Body with Carol Lee at Pflugerville Recreation Center. Cost is $7 per class or $50 for a 10-class pass. Register at the Recreation Center front desk. (9 a.m.)
  • Food, Raffles and Social at New Yokai Strength Personal Training Studio. (11 a.m.)
  • James Dick Piano Recital at Round Top Festival Institute. (3 p.m.)
  • Angelo Marinakis Live Music and Local Wine and Beer at Three-Legged Goat. (6 p.m.)
  • Free Night of Entertainment with Bob Maccarni at Willard's Brewery. (6 p.m.)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— Gabriela Couvillion

About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!

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