Trace Goes to the Dogs; Get Beer Educated

DOWNTOWN — In honor of Austin dog house competition, Barkitecture, Trace at the W Hotel is having a dog pun-happy Yappy Hour all day on October 1. Drink specials include the Cosmo-PAW-litan and the Chihuahuarita; dogs welcome on the patio. None of this is made up. [Eaterwire]

BEERWIRE — Hear ye, beer scholars: on Sunday, October 16th, the Highball is holding another session of Highball University featuring "rare and incredible" local beers. Breweries include 512, Jester King, Circle and Live Oak; 6:30 PM. [Highball]