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Austin’s Gazelle Foundation Gives Clean Water to Thousands in Burundi

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Joleen Jernigan

Gazelle Foundation Austin Nonprofit

Water, air, food, shelter, clothing. These are basic needs all humans have. Austin-based Gazelle Foundation has a singular goal: provide clean water to people in Burundi, one of the poorest countries in the world. Our city’s link to Burundi is a remarkable survivor, and proponent of joy and helping others, Gilbert Tuhabonye. An Inspired Life Gilbert […]

Filed Under: Et Cetera, Non-Profits

Experience a (Texas) Flood of Memories at Bullock Museum’s Stevie Ray Vaughan Exhibit

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Joleen Jernigan

Stevie Ray Vaughan Exhibit at Bullock Museum in Austin

Growing up Texan, loving Stevie Ray Vaughan was never optional. Something deep inside us stirs when we hear his bluesy, wailing chords. We stop whatever we’re doing to listen with due reverence. His music speaks directly to the heart. Jimmie Vaughan and The Grammy Museum are bringing a one-of-a-kind exhibit of Stevie Ray Vaughan memorabilia to the Bullock […]

Filed Under: Culture, Events, Museums, Music Tagged With: bullock

Austin’s Favorite Music Artists Sing to Your Loved Ones With MuZicCardZ

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Joleen Jernigan

Gina Chavez MuzicCardz Austin

Forget cake! Why not send a slice of local music to celebrate a special occasion? You can email anyone a video music card for holidays, as a love song or even an apology through Austin-based MuZicCardZ. For a few dollars, you go online, choose a favorite local musician and have their song sent straight to your loved one’s inbox.

Filed Under: Discoveries, Entertainment, Local Business, Music

Bajillion Nights of Fun at The North Door With Austin-Weird Events

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Joleen Jernigan

Austin Weird Events at The North Door

What is your favorite thing to do indoors at night? Astronomy? The North Door has a night for that! Literature? Heck yes! Dancercize? Check. Math? Uh huh. Nerdcore? You know it. Quiet Clubbing? Oh yeah. Comedy? Yes! Owners Michelle Patronella and Mark Bradford have a unique talent for hosting Austin’s funky, interesting and even odd events. The North Door is a […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Nightlife

4 Austin Escape Rooms to Tickle Your Fancy and Your Brain

Posted on February 2, 2017 by Joleen Jernigan

Austin Escape Rooms

Are you looking for a way to summon your powers of logic, observation and deduction? Do you need an affordable place to take out of town guests, especially those with kids? Want a fun way to blow off steam after exams? Look no further than one of these Austin escape rooms. Every escape room has a […]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries

Old Austin Alive and Kicking at The Hole in the Wall Dive Bar

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Joleen Jernigan

Hole in the Wall Austin

Like a perfectly worn-in pair of cowboy boots, slipping into a classic dive bar to down a cold one provides true comfort. The Hole in the Wall is as divey as they come. I’m grinning from ear to ear as I order my tequila.

Filed Under: Drink, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Music, Nightlife

11 Uniquely Austin Gifts to Level Up Your Local Shopping Game

Posted on December 13, 2016 by Joleen Jernigan

Austin Gifts Drazah Photography

Scratching your head looking for that perfect gift? Searching for a memorable souvenir for out-of-town guests? Our guide to the city’s creative minds will help you find the Austin gifts you need to keep it local.

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: christmas, gift guide

Kick Your Lady Mojo Into High Gear With #bossbabesATX

Posted on November 16, 2016 by Joleen Jernigan

BossbabesATX Team

Keep your ear to the ground in Austin and you’ll hear the rumblings of #bossbabesATX. This group’s near-viral momentum over the past year and a half shows no signs of slowing down.

Filed Under: Austinot Loves, Discoveries, Local Business

Eat Like Italian Royalty at Vespaio Ristorante, Enoteca Vespaio in Austin

Posted on November 7, 2016 by Joleen Jernigan

Vespaio Lasagna

Do you want freshly-made, locally-grown food served with a warm South Austin attitude? Vespaio Ristorante and Enoteca Vespaio bring both–with Italian passion–to the heart of South Congress Avenue. These culinary cornerstones of the SoCo strip have been setting the standard for Italian food in Austin for decades. The kitchen staff at both restaurants is up and […]

Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: italian, pasta, soco, south austin

TMBBQ Fest Brings the Heat and the Meat to Austin

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Joleen Jernigan

TMBBQ Fest Austin

Texas Monthly invited 27 BBQ purveyors to participate in the 7th annual TMBBQ Fest at the Long Center on Oct. 30, 2016. Austin pitmasters represented our city well, claiming five of the coveted spots at the festival and sharing the stage with others from among the top 50 pitmasters in Texas. The pitmasters, crews and volunteers brought in their […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: bbq, texas monthly bbq festival

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