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6 Local SXSW Twitter Accounts to Follow for Instant Updates

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Samantha Saenz

SXSW Twitter Accounts to Follow

Soon, 100,000 extra people will descend on downtown Austin for 10 days of music, tech, and film. Whether you’re a badge-slinging festival goer looking to stay informed on conference happenings, or a local looking to attend unofficial parties and find free food, Twitter can help! Here’s a roundup of the best Austin-based Twitter accounts to follow […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events Tagged With: sxsw

Embrace Your Hula Hoop Style at Austin Flow Arts Event

Posted on January 15, 2019 by Katrina Cervantes

Flow Arts and Hula Hooping Event in Austin

If you’ve ever taken a stroll by the capitol building on a balmy Tuesday night, then you may have witnessed something interesting. From a distance, it appears to be collection of multi-colored lights, twirling chaotically. As you approach, the outlines of people become clearer. You see people manipulating the lights with their hands and various […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries, Entertainment, Events

Creatives Meet Business Bridges Gap Across Artistic Communities

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Krista Hager

Creatives Meet Business Experience Conference Austin

Austin, Live Music Capital of the World, bounces with creative energy. Yet even this artist-friendly city struggles to financially support its expansive treasure trove of creative talent. That’s why I was instantly intrigued when I caught wind of the Creatives Meet Business mission to nourish Austin’s creative sector through impactful community and leverage entrepreneurial creativity.

Filed Under: Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Events

Black Fret Awards $250,000 to Austin Musicians at 2018 Black Ball

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Bill Tucker

Black Fret Black Ball 2018 Group Shot

It’s tough to be a musician in the Live Music Capital of the World. On any given night, world-class artists ply their trade for the contents of a tip jar. Award-winning singers hold down regular jobs. Venues that find pride in treating artists fairly close the doors in favor of no-cover bars with a makeshift […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Music Tagged With: black fret

What to Expect From Austin’s Trail of Lights in 2018

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Vi Chetan

Trail of Lights Entrance Austin

It’s that time of the year, Austin! The pies are baking, presents are being wrapped, and Trail of Lights is back in town. Well, almost. Starting Dec. 10, 2018, Zilker Park will be transformed into a twinkling winter wonderland. We’ve got all the details on this year’s Trail of Lights festivities. Read on to get […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Nightlife Tagged With: christmas, trail of lights

El Gran Lechón Nights at Buenos Aires Bring Argentinian Grill Secrets to Austin

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Joleen Jernigan

Milonga Room Owner

Buenos Aires Café, an east side favorite known for exquisite Argentian cuisine, now offers weekly El Gran Lechón Nights. While the cozy cafe offers a popular platter of traditional grilled meats, “De la parilla,” the whole roasted pig feast prepared for El Gran Lechón Nights is a whole entity unto itself. You can taste it […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: eastside

How Print Giant Texas Monthly Thrives in Digital Age

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Joleen Jernigan

Texas Monthly Live Austin

Digital media changed the game for classic print publications quite some time ago. However, Texas Monthly, the revered magazine chronicling all things Texan since 1973, has actively embraced change by adding unique events and upping its online game using podcasts, videos, and a more robust social media presence. Let’s dig into how Texas Monthly is […]

Filed Under: Culture, Discoveries, Entertainment, Events, History, Local Business

10 Stories From Locals That Prove ACL Is the Best Music Festival Ever

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Samantha Saenz

ACL Festival Stories From Locals

Two weekends, 130 bands, eight stages. Austin City Limits Festival is the official end-of-summer party. Accordingly, festival-goers can expect lots of day drinking, dancing, and picturesque sunset moments with 70,000 strangers close friends. Nothing brings people together (or sets the stage) for a good story quite like live music and local booze. To celebrate the […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events Tagged With: acl fest

Film Series at Bullock Museum Challenges Assumptions, Sparks Conversations

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Guest Blogger

Bullock Museum Film Series

Guest article by Janet Lee Film is a window into other lives, whether they’re set in reality or an alternate universe. Movies provide various perspectives that are ultimately a reflection of our society. The Film Series Program at Bullock Museum delves into these perspectives, leading open and thematic discussions within the Austin community. The museum’s […]

Filed Under: Culture, Entertainment, Events, Film, Museums Tagged With: bullock

Annual Austin Ice Cream Festival Provides Sweet Relief for Summertime

Posted on May 28, 2018 by Jackson Prince

Austin Ice Cream Festival

“Here comes the heat. How will I cope?” In Austin, these are daily thoughts during the onset of summertime. In my case, the question is often followed by: “I need a sweet scoop of chocolate chip ice cream.” And/or: “Okay, Google, where’s the nearest snow cone?” And/or: “Just put me in an ice bath already.” […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events Tagged With: dessert, ice cream

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