South Austinites can now enjoy live music and craft cocktails at Still Austin Quarter, a 15,000-square-foot venue adjacent to the Still Austin Whiskey Co. distillery. The concept is inspired by "The Musician," Still Austin's Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

At a glance: The venue, which can accommodate up to 500 guests, features four distinct areas:

• The Atrium

• The Vinyl Room

• The Music Room

• Private event space

On the menu: Still Austin Quarter's menu includes a variety of cocktails crafted with the company's spirits, as well as appetizers and entrees.

• 4211 Willow Springs Road, Austin

Pinky's Smash & Sip recently opened in South Austin, serving smashburgers and specialty drinks.

The details: The restaurant serves freshly smashed Angus and Wagyu burgers, and sides such as mozzarella sticks, onion rings and jalapeño poppers.

Also on the menu are hand-spun milkshakes, energy drinks and dirty sodas such as the Barton Springs with Sprite, blue raspberry, pineapple and the Austin After Dark with Dr. Pepper, coconut, toasted marshmallow and toasted cream foam.

• 9901 Brodie Lane, Ste. 170, Austin

Interested in volunteering in the San Marcos, Buda and Kyle communities? Check out this list of local nonprofit organizations.

• PAWS Shelter of Central Texas, an animal welfare nonprofit and no-kill rescue.

• PAL's of Central Texas, combats pet overpopulation and homelessness

• San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance, which protects and maintains local natural areas.

• San Marcos River Foundation, advocating for river protection through conservation.

• The Eyes of the San Marcos River, focused on river cleanups.

• Austin Angels, which supports children and families experiencing foster care.

• CASA of Central Texas, an organization providing advocacy for children and youth.

• Teacher Reuse, provides free donated classroom supplies to teachers.

• Central Texas Food Bank, a hunger-relief nonprofit serving a 21-county area.

• Hays County Food Bank, which offers food assistance programs and advocacy.

• Southside Community Center, a center providing daily meals, hygiene kits, shelter and financial support.

• San Marcos Community and Police Association, which hosts a Blue Santa program providing Christmas gifts.

• The Friends of the Buda Library, which is dedicated to fostering a love of reading.

Austin voters will consider 10 ballot propositions in this fall's election.

The ballot features two bond measures:

• Proposition A, a $260 million parks bond to fund buildings, park improvements, aquatics facilities, parkland acquisition and parks infrastructure

• Proposition B, a $35 million libraries bond to fund improvements at the Hampton Branch at Oak Hill and a future Colony Park branch

The other eight propositions would amend Austin's charter:

• Proposition C, clarifying the independence of the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission

• Proposition D, removing a requirement for City Council to hold weekly meetings

• Proposition E, removing a requirement for City Council to set its rules via ordinance

• Proposition F, clarifying the timing of campaign finance limits

• Proposition G, requiring resident petition and charter amendment elections to be held on the next available November election date in an even-numbered year

• Proposition H, giving City Council authority to hire and fire the city attorney

• Proposition I, a Save Austin Now proposal to mandate a recurring Independent Affordability and Efficiency Initiative

• Proposition J, updating "non-substantive" charter language

Check out some of the most-read stories from the Austin area Oct. 12-16.

1. Williamson County breaks ground on new phase of Ronald Reagan Boulevard

2. Miniature golf, live music returning to former Back 9 Bar space

3. From major store openings to closings: Check out 11 San Marcos business updates

4. Check out the latest Loop 360 updates

5. Patel Brothers grocery store now open in Cedar Park

6. Austin, UT announce deal to preserve Muny