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"...the job due to injuries. There's the cost of dragging away and disposing of the crashed cars, and sometimes..."

Nov. 22, 2002 Column

Bizarre Talents

The strange road to success of former Austin bookseller Lynn Bender.

"...of Bank One at the south end of the Drag that Bender owned. It seemed interesting. I called the..."

March 10, 2000 Books Feature by Clay Smith

Film

Film Reviews

"...Beek), leads a seemingly golden life: He's handsome, athletic, class president, going with the girl of Angus' dreams, and..."

Sept. 22, 1995 News Feature

SXSW Brings the Cosmos to Austin

Keynote brings unseen images from the James Webb telescope

"...success at SXSW 2018 with his acerbic race and class satire Sorry to Bother You: now he's back at..."

Jan. 10, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Scorpio Season

For the Qmmunity editor's birthday, have an extra helping of queer events with yer slice of b-day cake

"...love going to local queer events – vendor markets, drag performances, variety shows, etc. If you see me, wave..."

Nov. 18, 2022 Column by James Scott

A Beloved Birthday, Dragon Boats, and More Recommended Events for the Week

Get out before the heat descends

"...This year, Eckerman invites the public to join his class on their moth expedition along the Eastern trail from..."

April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

SXSW Announces Midnighters, VR And More

Time to get dark and artistic with the latest film wave

"...small-town residents across America to participate in a one-night-only drag show. Renowned drag queens Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka..."

Feb. 5, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Gay Place

A sign of good things to come?

"...and this weekend's inaugural Contrast Film Fest, to Sunday's Drag the Vote and next week's Fuego, one thing is..."

July 20, 2018 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

Austin pups celebrate the Year of the Dog

"...dogs and bad pups during the evening's rope demo. Drag queen extraordinaire Cheeki Kahnt will emcee the contest, which..."

May 4, 2018 Column by Sarah Marloff

Mall Madness

Christeene invades foodcourt and your eyesockets

"...fits categorically into Jose Esteban Muñoz's discussion of "terrorist drag". He was talking about New York-cum-Berlin drag impresario Vaginal..."

June 15, 2011 Qmmunity Post by Andy Campbell

Postage Decrease?

Police Enforce Posting Ordinance

"...such, traffic boxes and utility poles, mostly along the Drag, have become popular vehicles for posters and flyers announcing..."

Oct. 27, 1995 Music Feature

Qmmunity: Nostalgic for Queer Days Past

"...that, unsurprisingly, wasn't offered up in my HS English class. This got me thinking about my earliest encounter of..."

Aug. 21, 2020 Column by Beth Sullivan

Gay Place

LoveBalm: an event to soothe and celebrate Austin's queer community

"...with a bang! Four days of epic nerdiness, cosplay, drag, and loads more. March 29-April 1. DoubleTree Hotel, 6505..."

March 30, 2018 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

Austin’s 10 most defining headlines of 2017: the good, the weird, and the unexpected

"...Jo’s Drag Queen Bingo Louisianna Purchase hosts a night of free..."

Dec. 29, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

This holiday season is filled with fun, queer activities

"...The Red Party for World AIDS Day, complete with drag and catwalk competitions: Red for Filth, Red Light District,..."

Dec. 1, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

OUTsider Fest heads into the woods and will "emerge ready to fight"

"...Purchase and Zane Zena screen the film, present the drag, and give out prizes. 18 and up welcome. Thu.,..."

Feb. 17, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

A slow week, but there's still fun to be had

"...Class Transitions A strength training meets boot camp-style class developed..."

Aug. 5, 2016 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

If you're craving a big party, our sister city San Antonio is celebrating 13 years of Pride

"...Class Transitions A strength training-meets-boot camp-style class developed for Austin's..."

July 1, 2016 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place: 13 Hours

Kick off your queer year with these Gay Place recommendeds

"...Jan. 14. Louisa Spaventa guides this honors-level (1302) composition class that explores stories by and about LGBTQ people. "Side..."

Jan. 9, 2015 Column by Kate X Messer

An Archive of Reelings

Reflections on a town hall meeting: A love letter to "community"

"...the organization of Queer Questions: A Town Hall on Drag and Performance; which was specifically spurred by PooPoo Platter’s..."

Jan. 8, 2014 Qmmunity Post by Andy Campbell

Gay Place: Trendz

Hug it out, queer community, hug it out

"...MY CUC Sign up for your music video history class covering the years 1990 to 1992. Thu., May 16,..."

May 17, 2013 Column by Kate X Messer

Qmmunity: Thee Gay Agenda Holds Court

Get your gavel for new variety show Justice Is Served

"...resurrect HomoLyfe, a friend jokingly said they joined a class action against it – immediately the picture of us..."

May 9, 2025 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: We’re All in This Together

There’s lots to do in queer Austin even after the circus is out of town – and non-queer people can come, too!

"...out and join us! Your tip money in the drag queen’s hand spends just the same as ours. Queer..."

March 14, 2025 Column by James Scott

Mother’s Day Events and More in This Week’s Community Events

Lots to celebrate this week around Austin

"...phantasmagorical. This event is a collaborative effort from local drag artist Gothess Jasmine’s Amazing Aeffects, LARP tavern the Tiny..."

May 10, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Election Day, STEM Day, Amplify Austin Day, and More Days to Remember This Week

Our guide to community events for the week

"...away for lack of funds. Catch trans and Latine drag royalty performances by Solovino, Ryan, Venus Rising, Ruby Knight,..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The House of Lepore Brings Ballroom to the Austin Club Scene

The family that slays together …

"...Ballroom has its history rooted in the 1920s with drag balls, where gender-bending performers would show off their drag..."

June 23, 2023 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Is Everyone on TV Gay?

Plus Contrast Film Fest, Frida Fridays, and more queer magic

"...themselves onscreen soon: Louisianna Purchase is vying to be Dragula's Next Drag Supermonster, while Miss Kitty Litter wants Camp..."

July 19, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Qmmunity: Queertopia

And queer events to take you there

"...as you need. Relax – you're wanted here. History classes would teach about our ancestors and intersectionality and kids..."

July 5, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

June Pride Events Roundup

Kick off Summer of Pride with nonstop Pride Month parties & more

"...(Sun., June 9). They’re also leading a free yoga class and a Pose watch party so they’ve got lots..."

May 30, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

Celebrating Pride Week amidst stupidity and hate

"...fun for a good cause, with Texas Chili Queens, drag, and a screening of Big Business. Thu., Aug. 17,..."

Aug. 18, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

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