CALENDAR
NOVEMBER 6, 2015
NOVEMBER 5-12
Christmas at the Caswell House
It's never too early to transform this historic Victorian home in an X-mas extravaganza filled with ornaments, décor, jewelry, clothing, gourmet food items, and other giftable items. Special events take place each day and include mother-daughter teas, brunches, and more. Go online for a complete schedule. Nov. 5-12. $15-35, depending on the event.
CASWELL HOUSE, 1404 West Ave., 512/472-0779
NOVEMBER 7-8
Put on your plaid and spend a weekend surrounded by the music, dance, history, and food of Ireland and Scotland. The whole shebang is highlighted by the Highland Games where large, unwieldy objects are thrown. Sat.-Sun., Nov. 7-8, noon-7:30pm. $18 ($30, two-day pass). Tickets must be purchased online. No tickets sold at the gate..
FIESTA GARDENS, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St., 512/480-8318
Austin Powwow
Kick off Native American Heritage Month with the the largest single day American Indian Powwow in the country. Traditionally clad dancers compete in numerous categories along with popular Native American drummers and singers. An educational grand entrance occurs at 10am, 1pm, and 6pm. Storytellers and craft tables await visitors outside. 9am-10pm. $5 (free, kids).
TONEY BURGER ACTIVITY CENTER, 3200 Jones, 512/414-2096
Civil War Cemetery Tour
Costumed re-enactors play the parts of Civil War vets who made significant contributions to the war in and around Georgetown. 4pm. $12.
WILLIAMSON MUSEUM, 716 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown, 512/943-1670
NOVEMBER 8
AIDS Walk Austin
Help raise funds for AIDS Services of Austin, catch local hip-hop duo Riders Against the Storm, and stick around for the afterparty with DJ Don Engle. 11am. $20-100.
REPUBLIC SQUARE PARK, 422 Guadalupe, 512/452-9255
Barkitecture
Local architects and designers have created stylish animal abodes that you can bid on to help animal charities. Bring your dog for some playtime, pet photos, live music, and even an agility course. noon-3pm. $5.
DELL JEWISH COMMUNITY CAMPUS, 7300 Hart, 512/454-4600
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