Event Menu
Aug. 21–26
By Virginia B. Wood, Fri., Aug. 21, 2009
• Stroll the scenic grounds of historic Laguna Gloria and enjoy the sixth annual La Piazza Italiana benefiting the Austin Museum of Art. All food, drinks, and entertainment are Italian-inspired. See complete details at www.atasteofitalyinaustin.com/festival.html. Cash only. $10 at the gate, kids under 12 get in free. Sunday, Aug. 23, 4-9pm.
• Young Austin musician Dylan Rodriguez-McCollum was severely injured and lost all his worldly possessions in a serious car wreck this spring. Now his family and friends are hosting a benefit to raise money for his medical bills, college fund, and new drum set. Join them at the historic Victory Grill (1104 E. 11th) for live music and food from Hoover's Cooking. Donations at the door. Sunday, Aug. 23, 4-11pm.
• Enjoy a four-course wine dinner at Andiamo Ristorante (2521 Rutland Dr., 719-3377, www.andiamoitaliano.com) in the company of visiting Italian winemakers Pier Angelo Casanone and Paolo Bernardi. $40 per person, reservations necessary. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 7pm.
• Imperia Asian Dining Sushi Bar & Lounge (310 Colorado, 472-6770, www.imperiaaustin.com) celebrates its second anniversary with a two-for-one happy hour followed by a complimentary cocktail party with live music in the lounge. Dinner service will be available in the dining room by reservation. Wednesday, Aug. 26: happy hour, 4-7pm; cocktail party, 7-8pm.