City of Austin Public Library A new 250,000 square foot state of the art Central Library in downtown Austin will include: Increased research and circulating collections augmenting branch collections Additional seating, meeting and study room space, a café, and an auditorium Improved information technology including a high tech center Program and exhibit space for community and cultural events Dedicated program space for youth and teens A family center offering programs and services for all ages A business and career center, positively contributing to the economic well being of the community Austin Connection ~ Internal This directory contains Web links about internal departments and their services, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for City of Austin services. Austin Connection ~ External For important links to Web sites external to the City of Austin, follow this link. Austin Parks Austin is home to many beautiful parks, trails and playgrounds, and each is as diverse as the community it serves. The department has programs to appeal to every segment; young and elderly, traditional and innovative, to meet the needs of its population.

After School Programs Children’s (5-12) supervised activities at locations throughout the city after school until 6 PM. Quiet time/homework, crafts, reading, nutritious snacks, cooking, sports, outdoor activities when weather permits, and other activities. Dog Parks Dogs can bring their people to 12 off-leash park locations throughout the city. This link has a listing of them. Austin ISD Survey The Austin Independent School District’s Community Committee on Neighborhoods and Schools requests that parents complete the survey at this link. Austin Music Office The Austin Music Marketing Office promotes Austin as the Live Music Capital of the World®. The diversity of Austin music, whether it's blues, rock and Latino or jazz, classical and country, helps bring millions visitors to Austin each year. The city's 200 live music venues offer a location certain to fit your needs. Live music always adds energy and excitement to any convention, tradeshow or special event. The Austin Music Office can match your event with the perfect musical performance or venue.