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10 Austin Businesses Doing Right by Employees During COVID-19

April 6, 2020 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

Austin Businesses Caring for Employees During COVID-19 Crisis — Local Austin restaurant groups like Tc4 & Co. are making sure employees are cared for during the COVID-19 crisis (Credit: Tc4 & Co.)

Like many around the world, I’m making a mental list of businesses that value profits over people. Make the list and you loose my patronage. Simple as that.

But businesses are in a tough spot. Lay off employees so they can stay afloat, or continue to pay and everyone goes down with the ship? It’s a literal no-win situation.

But some Austin spots are trying to both stay in business and support employees via creative methods. Here are 10 local businesses that are doing right by displaced employees. Not only do they deserve your dollar when this crisis is over, but they’ve earned a virtual high five right now.

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5 Ways You Can Support Austin Music During the Coronavirus Crisis

March 23, 2020 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

Support Austin Musicians During Coronavirus — Let’s prove what the Live Music Capital of the World is made of (Credit: John Cabuena/Flipintex Fotos)

It’s dark days for the Austin music scene. With every venue closed for the foreseeable future, the effects of coronavirus are a gut punch to everyone from artists, to venue owners, to the fine folks slinging drinks and checking your ID.

But all is not lost. There are still several ways to support the Austin music community despite the crippling closures. Here are five ways you can make a difference.

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Everything Cancelled and Stuck Social Distancing? Enjoy Austin Culture Online

March 16, 2020 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

Blanton Museum of Art Atrium — The beautiful atrium at Blanton Museum of Art (Credit: Jessica Pino)

This month hurts. Austin is an active, social city and we are not used to being at home, where most public health experts say we need to be. But Austin’s light comes from within, from the many talented, creative, and innovative people–and they are here to quell your quarantine blues.

Whether you want local music, tech or business panels, exercise, education, art, or food, someone is out there somewhere in Austin, cranking out quality content for you. So make some popcorn and hot cocoa–or a stiff cocktail. Sit back, relax with loved ones, and make the most of a decidedly crappy situation.

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Support Local With This Big List of Austinites Presenting at SXSW Interactive 2020

March 3, 2020 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Austinites Presenting at SXSW 2020 — SXSW 2020 is rightfully full of Austin-based presenters, like Britty Hamby of Planted (Credit: Planted)

With a seemingly never-ending list of panels and sessions for SXSW Interactive 2020, it can be overwhelming to narrow down your schedule. To make it easier, I’ve pulled the sessions I recommend that include Austin-based businesses and organizations. Pick the topics most relevant to you and show up to support local.

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Let’s Make Amplify Austin Day 2020 the Most Generous Event Yet

February 26, 2020 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

The team behind Amplify Austin Day 2020 wants to see over 31,000 people come together to raise over $12 million for Central Texas nonprofits. Such a feat sounds difficult to achieve, but the Austin community has set massive fundraising records before.

Here’s all you need to know to participate yourself.

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Austin Food Blogger Alliance Dishes Tips for Cooking, Dining Out, Blogging

February 21, 2020 by Joleen Jernigan 3 Comments

Austin Food Blogger Alliance Members — Austin Food Blogger Alliance members finding some of Austin’s best food for you (Credit: AFBA)

Austin Food Blogger Alliance serves Austin locals and visitors alike, by providing helpful resources related to a myriad of food-related needs in Austin.

The organization is made up of around 60 Austin-based bloggers supporting each other, and Austin businesses, through cross-promotion on the Austin Food Blogger Alliance website and social media outlets. At least once a year, the alliance publishes a themed blog-along mostly made up of recipes.

The organization also publishes the annual Austin Food Blogger Alliance City Guide in March before SXSW, featuring several masterful roundups on various places to eat, drink, and take day trips from Austin.

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9 Best Speakeasies in Austin, Texas

February 11, 2020 by Jonas White Leave a Comment

After nine profiles on downtown speakeasies, my series is coming to a close. It’s been quite a ride, filled with cocktails that stretch the imagination (and the taste buds), secret entrances, ghost stories, and reminders of Austin’s rich history. This series has provided a glimpse into the speed at which Austin is changing, as well as the importance of not forgetting our city’s roots.

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11 Local Businesses at Belterra Village, Gateway To Dripping Springs

February 10, 2020 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Belterra Village Near Dripping Springs, Texas — Belterra Village is home to many local shops and businesses (Credit: Belterra Village)

If Dripping Springs is the gateway to Texas Hill Country, then Belterra Village is the gateway to Dripping Springs. Located halfway between Austin and Dripping Springs on Highway 290, Belterra Village is a booming community that continues to grow.

It’s called a village for a reason. It’s a 93-acre mixed use development with residences and retail space. In other words, it’s one of the Austin area’s newest adult playgrounds. You can spend a whole day exploring, or stop for a bite on your way to Dripping Springs for a day trip.

In this list, I highlight some of the Austin-based businesses that have found a home at Belterra Village.

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Austin-born Rev Gum Energizes the Caffeine Scene

February 3, 2020 by Bill Tucker Leave a Comment

Rev Gum for Energy — Rev Gem offers an energy kick in an easy-to-consume package (Credit: Bill Tucker)

If you’re like 92 percent of Austinites, then you’re exhausted. Between work, family, and other commitments, it’s impossible to juggle everything without catching a case of the sleepies. So what are your options? Coffee? Soda? Adrenaline shots?

Personally, I’m diabetic (so sugar is out) and I don’t drink coffee (sacrilege, I know). My options are limited–until now. Enter locally-owned and Austin-made Rev Gum, a high octane caffeinated chewing gum designed to provide an energy kick in an easy-to-consume package. After weeks field testing at my office desk during my 2 p.m. energy dip, I’ve come to some conclusions. Read on to find them!

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The Art of Shoes in Austin Teaches How to Create Your Own Shoes

January 21, 2020 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Shoemaking Workshop Austin — The Art of Shoes offers a variety of shoemaking workshops

When I think of creating my own wardrobe, my first thought is about designing and sewing clothes: like a chic shirt, or a pretty and comfortable dress. But while it’s easy to find a sewing class, one doesn’t find shoemaking classes so easily.

Luckily, those of us in Austin don’t have to look far. The Art of Shoes, a local online retail store and shoemaking workshop, allows anyone to come into a class to create their very own shoes or sandals. Sign me up!

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