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This guest post is by Joana Ortiz.
It was 32 degrees last Tuesday night. For the veteran Austinite, that’s “am I wearing enough layers” kind of cold. I didn’t know what to expect as my friend and I walked up towards a pretty empty E. 6th Street.
We arrived at Cheer Up Charlie’s: a familiar, friendly, and cozy spot for those who frequent the relatively new strip of bars and restaurants.
Enjoy the Jingle Bell Jaunt at beautiful Inks Lake State Park
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In Texas, we’re blessed to have a wealth of natural beauty, historical perspective and leisure-time entertainment contained within the boundaries of our Texas State Parks. Fortunately for us, our state parks aren’t taking a break for the holiday season! In fact, Texas State Parks all over Texas have special events and activities planned for this special time of year. [Read more…]
Keri Bellacosa interviews Caleb from Caleb’s Army, the top fundraising team this year
As night fell on December 7th, 3,500 people gathered in and around the Mueller Hangar off Airport Blvd. They had one thing in common: they were all there to support one extremely worthwhile cause here in Austin. Age didn’t matter; heart did.
Costumes, lights and good spirits abounded as the stage was set for the 5th annual Lights of Love 5K. This is one of the major fundraising initiatives that keeps the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Austin open and active throughout the year. [Read more…]
The Common Interest
Last month after The Highball shut its doors for a year, I started a pilgrimage to find a decent replacement that had the charm and engaging side activities of The Highball. After pricey disappointment and a lack of karaoke at The Goodnight, I decided to try an Austin karaoke standard: The Common Interest Karaoke Bar and Grill.
Both The Highball and The Goodnight have very swanky interior décor, one more intentionally than the other. The Common Interest, however, is *straight 80’s*. It’s not called The COMMON Interest for nothing. [Read more…]
Dionysium hosts L.B. Deyo and Buzz Moran offer a toast to Dionysus
This guest blog post is by Leah Kaminsky.
When I decided to move to Austin, I knew I was headed to a music town. But little did I know that my new home city would also be home to the coolest debate event this side of the Rio Grande: Dionysium, a monthly verbal smackdown that features a motley crew of experts culled from a diversity of subject areas.
To understand how the words “coolest” and “debate” could possible keep each other company, you’ve got to leave the stereotypes at the door. [Read more…]
At the Austinot, we’re invited to a ton of parties and events. Few groups we’ve found know how to throw down a party like the fine folks behind The FeedBak.
This Friday, November 30th, The FeedBak is celebrating their 2nd year anniversary at Hotel Vegas with what promises to be an awesome party called The GiveBak. As usual, The FeedBak has a great charity that they’re supporting, and the event should be off the chain! [Read more…]
Warrior Dash participants begin their grueling journey
Rising in popularity, adventure racing usually involves two key ingredients: mud and obstacles. The Warrior Dash is no different. On November 10th, Warrior Dash Texas held its annual 5K race at Rusty’s Walnut Creek Ranch near Cedar Creek, Texas.
Searching for a substitute to The Highball
Editor’s Note: As of May 2018, The Goodnight on West Anderson Lane has closed. A new location is planned for West Sixth Street.
This past week marked the last we’ll see of The Highball for at least a year, while they complete renovations that are part of the Alamo South Lamar complex takeover.
What will Austinites do in the interim?
As a faithful patron of the Highball, I’m taking it upon myself to find out. [Read more…]
Sparks flew during Showdown at Unobtainium this past weekend in Unobtainium, Texas. The town is a small, mostly fictional, place caught in the late nineteenth century.
More importantly, it’s the site of a climactic battle between two of history’s most infamous scientists, Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla. Both men are fighting for their inventions, reputations and lives as bullets and zeppelins fly overhead à la the Old West. [Read more…]
Throngs of people descended on the Austin Convention Center from October 26-28th to partake in the annual geek festival known as Wizard World Comic Con. Whether you are costumed or not, a hardcore fan boy, or even the most casual connoisseur of sci-fi, fantasy and comics, Austin Comic Con has something for everyone. [Read more…]