During SXSW, parts of our city seem unrecognizable. And sometimes, the festival itself can be downright confusing. Luckily, Janet Pierson, Head of SXSW Film, provided us with helpful answers to some of the most common SX questions. Below is valuable information from Pierson and the SXSW website. [Read more…]
#ATXUNITE Events Relieve SXSW Tension for Locals
The Austinot is not about promoting corporations from out of town. In fact, we’re serious about our hyperlocal focus, meaning we only publish articles about businesses, artists and events that were founded in Austin and continue to be based here.
But when a company from outside Austin goes to such great lengths to support Austin businesses and take care of the locals, we can’t help but get behind them. And that’s what Verizon is doing during SXSW for the second year in a row, with their #ATXUNITE campaign.
Keep reading to find out how you can have the chance to take advantage of some major goodies that will relieve your SXSW tension and blunt the pain of that hour-long commute. [Read more…]
3 Austin Documentaries You Should See During SXSW Film
Austinites have to share their city during SXSW, so it only seems fair that a few featured documentary films would highlight Austin’s intriguing history with new information for both natives and newcomers to learn.
“A Song For You: The Austin City Limits Story,” “Honky Tonk Heaven: Legend of the Broken Spoke,” and “Tower” make their debut during the 30th SXSW Music, Film and Interactive Conferences and Festivals. Each film aims to skillfully investigate significant happenings in our city. [Read more…]
Iconic Austinite Richard Linklater Takes SXSW Film By Storm
This year, Austin and the 30th annual SXSW are celebrating homegrown filmmaker Richard Linklater with a premiere of his new film, a documentary about his work and even an art show. [Read more…]
Austin Music Industry Awards Recognize Background Heroes
Guest article by Sam Small
“I’m an artist with a message,” he told me. “So who’s your audience?” I ventured. “Urban. At risk. And a large portion of them are incarcerated. And next week I’ll be in Gardner Betts Juvenile Detention Center.” [Read more…]
SX Create 2016: Free Look into the Future
On March 11-13, Palmer Events Center hosts SX Create, one of the most fascinating SXSW Interactive events open to all badge holders and the general public. SX Create combines innovative machinery, art installations and musical instruments to introduce visitors to the future of diverse technologies. [Read more…]
Amplify Austin: Let’s Meet Our Goal to Give Nine Million Dollars This Week
Update: More than $8.5 million dollars were raised for Amplify Austin in only 24 hours. This is an amazing accomplishment. Thank you to everyone who participated!
The countdown to 6 p.m. on March 8 is nearing its close. Amplify Austin, Austin’s annual 24 hours of online giving, launches tomorrow. Six hundred nonprofits will come together on one website, where community members can donate to these local organizations.
From 6 p.m. on March 8 to 6 p.m. on March 9, donors can make a difference in the lives of their fellow Central Texans. In 2015, I Live Here, I Give Here, the nonprofit that launched this goliath of a fundraising event, raised $7.7 million for 500 nonprofits in the region. Amplify Austin has raised $16.2 million in total since its establishment in 2013, acquired from businesses and individual donors devoting their money to the good of the Austin community. [Read more…]
Pack Like a Local for SXSW in Austin
You’ve been poring over the SXSW schedule for days, mapping seminars, meet-ups and events. While the great team at SXSW has provided tons of festival details, you’re still not sure what to pack. Here are helpful suggestions for what you’ll need to experience SXSW like a local. [Read more…]
Foodies Try New Austin Restaurant Monthly With Taster’s Table Club
Guest article by Angela Bowers
Calling all foodies! Have you heard of Taster’s Table Club? It’s a group that dines together monthly at new and delicious restaurants around Austin. The types of restaurants cross a wide range of tastes, to offer variety and style for each member.
Austinite of the Year to Be Named at Austin Under 40 Awards
We have some amazing individuals in Austin. Among these outstanding Austinites, many not only work to advance their personal careers and make strides within their fields, but they also strive to make our community a better place for all. Young Women’s Alliance and Young Men’s Business League have been honoring these outstanding Austinites through the Austin Under 40 Awards since 1998.
Now more than ever, as we continue to grow as a city, it’s important to recognize those who are going above and beyond to keep Austin’s community spirit alive. Here’s your chance to learn more about the Austin Under 40 Awards Gala happening in April, and get an idea of who might be crowned 2016 Austinite of the Year! [Read more…]
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