Sunset Valley ARTFEST

I don’t know about you, beautiful and smart Chronicle reader, but I went to a lot of Aries birthdays this month. While you can always find a special something through patient shopping, one misses the glut of markets held during the winter holidays for offering easier gift grabs. Great news for anyone facing down a stacked Taurus birthday season: The ARTFEST is here! Scoot on down to South Austin to where over 100 artisans have set up in the Toney Burger parking lot. They’ll be hawking all sorts of wares from jewelry to paintings, sculptures to woodwork, and everything in between. And just because you’re shopping for someone else doesn’t mean you can’t also have fun: This free event also promises food vendors, live music, and kids’ activities. – James Scott