Posted signs saying “Do not touch,” hushed voices, stationary objects. Don’t expect to experience any of that at Native Hostel on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017. Art Alliance Austin and Big Medium’s annual ARTBASH event isn’t your typical gallery walk. Instead, eight talented local artists will converge to share interactive creations with event guests. Come prepared to discuss these […]
Kids Compete for Best Space Settlement Ideas Through STEAMSPACE
Guest article by Sarah Snyder When a friend told me there was an “off-world settlement contest” for kids in Austin, I asked her to repeat herself. Wouldn’t you be intrigued? She went on to explain Austin is home to the Cities in Space kids competition, along with two incredible organizations—STEAMSPACE and New Worlds—all helping lead […]
Weekend Full of Free Family Fun at Upcoming 2017 Texas Book Festival
Calling all avid readers; it’s that time of year again. The 2017 Texas Book Festival will be taking over the grounds of the Texas State Capitol on Nov. 4-5, 2017. This event is free and fun for the entire family.
Sammy’s House Is a Special Place for Special Children in Austin
When you step foot into Sammy’s House, the expansive building feels like an overly large daycare. But you’ll come to find that it’s much more than that. Isabel Huerta, founder and executive director, started the center as a family home child care center in November 1999. At the time, only four children were in her […]
Austin Food Trucks Compete for Prize Money and Charity at Trucklandia
Texas Trucklandia Fest, Austin’s food truck taste-off for charity and a sweet $10,000 prize, is holding its 5th annual competition Oct. 21, 2017, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the Austin-American Statesman grounds. This time, they’re adding live music, a full bar, and a reality TV star’s truck. The winner will walk with $10,000 […]
The Austin Center for Grief & Loss Marks 10 Years of Counseling and Support
The Austin Center for Grief & Loss was created in 2007 by founder Khris Ford. Ford’s mission was, and still is, to help Austinites navigate the overwhelming experience of grief. After the death of her own son, she was called to help others experience the transformative power of grief.
Enjoy Comfort Food, Craft Beer, Good Times at Red’s Porch
Editor’s Note: Red’s Porch closed its Braker Lane location in August 2019 and South Lamar location in October 2019. We’ll miss you, Red’s. Red’s Porch and I have a history. When my wife and I moved to Austin, our first goal was to find a craft beer joint. After sampling a few spots close to our […]
Swamp Daddy’s Ra-gin Ka-jun, Preserving East Austin’s Soul
Editor’s Note: As of August 2018, this business is under new ownership and no longer serves Cajun food. East Austin has a rich cultural history. From segregation to assimilation, the area has been a deemed a “City within a City” at times, but continues to retain and add to the distinctly Austin vibe. The area has […]
Wildwood Bakehouse, Austin’s Go-to Gluten-free Restaurant and Bakery
Editor’s Note: Wildwood has closed at 3106 Guadalupe, as of Feb. 24, 2019. Wilder Wood is still open at 1300 E. 7th St. Guest article by Sarah Snyder Coming from someone who has been gluten-free for 16 years due to a celiac disease diagnosis, Wildwood Bakehouse is heaven-sent. In business for over 15 years, everything at […]
Minis and Friends Celebrates Little Horses With Big Hearts
A little over a month ago, I stumbled upon what might be the cutest nonprofit in Austin. Minis and Friends Austin is a group that loves miniature horses and wants to share their love with the Austin community. Founded in 2007, the organization brings trained miniature horses, no taller than 32 inches, to visit facilities […]
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