Two local businesses won more than $700,000 in combined support from the city this fall, the first such awards to take place under Austin's recently revised economic development incentive program.

City Council approved two local incentive deals under Austin's local Chapter 380 economic development framework Nov. 20. The awards included $547,623 for Balance Dance Studios' expansion project and $163,341 for The Hideout's relocation from downtown to South Austin.

“These are cherished local businesses with strong roots in Austin, and we are proud to encourage community-oriented policies that combine economic growth and tourism with prosperity for our legacy businesses and creative spaces," Anthony Segura, Austin Economic Development's interim director, said in a statement.

Both businesses' projects received high marks in the city's evaluation of the incentive packages. Together, the expansion and relocation are expected to net Austin nearly $4 million over the course of the 10-year deals.

East Austin will soon welcome Bohème, a boutique hotel reimagined from its past as a sustainable apartment building.

What to know: The new lodging space is expected to pay homage to Austin’s soul and heritage, as stated in a news release. With 20 unique rooms, guests will have the opportunity to have an individualized experience combined with the city’s culture and history.

The space will offer 14 standard rooms and six signature suites including options like The Den, a warm suite inspired by Austin’s music scene green rooms, and The Pearl, a suite depicting Janis Joplin’s spirit with vibrant colors and texture.

• 400 Comal St., Austin

HOPE Outdoor Gallery has officially reopened in its new home, bringing the outdoor art park and creative campus back to Austin.

The background: In March 2010, HOPE Outdoor Gallery was launched off Baylor Street, nearby 24 Diner. The concept became known as the only art park of its kind in the United States, according to a news release.

The original location officially closed in January 2019 to make way for its future home. Opening was delayed to this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic and permitting process, as previously reported by Community Impact.

What's happening: The new home for the gallery, near the Austin airport, is complete with outdoor park space, mural walls and a 6,000-square-foot gallery event space. It also features a coffee bar, gift shop and art supply store.

HOPE is free, open to the public and serves as an all ages experience.

• 741 Dalton Lane, Austin

From light trails to Christmas plays, read about these 12 events happening in the Austin area throughout November and December.

This list is not exhaustive. Events are subject to change.

'A Charlie Brown Christmas'
The Zach Theater is putting on a production of A Charlie Brown Christmas, which follows Charlie Brown and his friends as Charlie searches for the meaning of Christmas.

• Nov. 7-Dec. 28, show times vary
• $30-$44
• 1426 W. Riverside Drive, Austin

• Nov. 14-Dec. 24, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
• Free
• 6100 Airport Blvd., Austin