Texas Intensive English Program

THE WEEKENDER
This Weeks Weather and Events
Texas Intensive English Program 1103 W. 24th Street, Austin, Texas 78705, USA The Weekender is also available on Facebook. http://www.facebook.com/TexasIntensiveEnglish

Sept. 23, 2011

Fri., Sept. 23 Sat, Sept. 24 Sun, Sept. 25

88 | 61
Mostly Sunny

94 | 70
Sunny

97 | 72
Sunny

TIEP Facebook Page

Share your photos from school activities with other TIEP students and staff on the TIEP Facebook page! Like the TIEP page on Facebook to receive announcements and connect with friends. http://www.facebook.com/TexasIntensiveEnglish

TIEC University Fair TODAY!

Dont miss this chance to talk to representatives from Texas universities. You can ask them all your questions about admissions and the academic programs at their school. Friday, Sept. 23 12:301:30 p.m. TIEP Study Hall Universities Attending the Fair: Angelo State University Lamar University Sam Houston State University Stephen F. Austin State University Texas A&M University Corpus Christi University of Houston-Victoria University of North Texas University of Texas at San Antonio University of Texas-Pan American West Texas A&M University

Pecan Street Festival

Saturday, Sept. 24, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Pecan Street Festival is an Austin tradition showcasing artwork by artists from around the United States. Shop for art, jewelry, sculptures, candles, woodworks, games, and cowboys hats, while enjoying food and music from local artists. The festival is on 6th Street, between Brazos St. and Interstate 35.

More University Information ...

A representative from St. Edwards University in Austin will be at TIEP on Thursday, Sept. 29, from 12:301:30 p.m., to answer admissions questions about the university. If you are interested in applying to St. Edwards, you should plan to stop by her table in the Lobby and talk with her.

Restaurant Week
September 2528 October 25 Its restaurant week in Austin! Many nice restaurants are offering a special 3-course menu for $25 or $35 per person. Its a good time to try out an expensive restaurant, but you must have reservations. Go to: http://restaurantweekaustin.com to see the list of participating restaurants and make reservations.

Austin Museum Day

Sunday, Sept. 25 All of the museums in Austin are free this Sunday! Go with your friends or family and explore a new museum. Many museums will have special exhibits and activities on Sunday. Here are some of the museums participating in Museum Day:

Around the World in 80 Bites International Food Fair Saturday, Sept 24, 2011 7:008:30 p.m. UT Baptist Student Union building 2204 San Antonio St. (next to the Co-op parking garage) Walk around and visit tables to sample bites of international foods. The idea is to taste the cultures and enjoy the global cultures and people. You can wear traditional clothes from your country. If you would like to participate by bringing food to the fair, please e-mail Robbi at robbiutbsm@gmail.com.

Austin Childrens Museum Austin Museum of Art Austin Nature and Science Center Blanton Museum of Art Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum Elizabet Ney Museum Harry Ransom Center Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center LBJ Library and Museum Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum For more information, go to http://ww.austinmuseums.org. Check museum hours before you go!

Idiom of the Week

First come, first served
Definition: This means there will be no preferential treatment for anybody. Service will be provided to those who arrive first. Used in a sentence: The restaurant will be giving away free samples on a first come, first served basis. You should get there early if you want to get something.

Useful Websites
Do you want extra reading practice? Try some of these websites for help. Reading Practice www.simpleenglishnews.com (includes listening) www.englishclub.com/reading/index.htm www.eslreading.org www.teacherjoe.us (learn to read faster)