Day Trips: Boutte’s Boudin Cajun Market and Deli, Lumberton

Authentic Cajun food in the woods north of Beaumont

"...as well as a selection of Louisiana spices and foods. In the back of the building is a large..."

April 19, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Earth Day, Record Store Day, and More Recommended Events

Go green in a number of ways this week

"...SFC’s Farm to Plate Foodathon..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Books, Sculpture, and Weed Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

It'd be a lot cooler if you went to one of these events this week

"...finer things in life with an evening of fine food, fine wine, and even finer arts. And great news,..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

VIDEO: Travis County Violating Rights by Barring Attorneys From Bail Hearings, ACLU Claims

Virtual hearings at times conducted through slots in jail cell doors

"...tray opening. With the Zoom screen aimed at the food chute, the judge began reciting the woman’s rights: the..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 19-25

"...his handiwork was the russet Burbank potato, a blight-resistant food designed to help Ireland recover from its Great Famine...."

April 19, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...debut EP in 2021. Singing zoologist Lucas Miller opens.   – Raoul Hernandez She23, Ayo Tamz..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Legislators, NAACP, and Professors Condemn UT’s Mass Layoffs

At least 66 people have lost their jobs, and counting

"...Texas legislators feel that UT’s layoffs are an overreaction...."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Exploring the McNeil Crossing Strip Mall

Exceptional forays into Indian and Vietnamese cuisine, plus a short trip to Subway

"...home by NOW! instead of a half-hour from Downtown – and I'm suddenly considering it, because Pin Seeker’s Golf..."

April 12, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Movies, Comedians, Theatre, and More Arts Options for the Week

Get out and get art

"...Sasquatch Sunset With Nathan Zellner Q&A..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...Marfa, “a broken-heart dog.” The puppy’s heart is fine – it’s the broken-up couple who dropped it off he’s..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Will Austin ISD Push Out a Highly Regarded Partner?

The district is proposing to give away family service centers

"...Youth. “You know, if our work is so good – if it’s a national model that helps 7,000 families..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

A Drag Tribute, Eclipse Events Galore, and More Local Happenings

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...house with host Riot Girl, cast members Titty Androgynous & Venus Rising, and DJ Ruby Knight. Their drag spectacular..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...possibilities are nearly endless for a dedicated TV baby.   – James Scott Artist Talk with Kollective Fusion..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Zoé Tong Is Making Dinner Fun

Modern Chinese restaurant brings to Zilker big flavors, sincere hospitality, and a ballsy refusal to be boxed in

"...When I say that Zoé Tong has big DGAF energy, I don’t mean that..."

April 5, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Crosstalk: Urban Cultural Fest Returns, Oblivion Access Retreats

And Guy Fieri comes to (Flavor)town

"...beatbox Doug E. Fresh and funk-gospel singer Bigg Robb – who donned a sparkling blue-and-gold suit while alternating between..."

April 5, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

UT Students Celebrate Israel in Block Party, While Others Call for Ceasefire

The largest pro-Israel college campus event stayed peaceful

"...event was a sort of pop-up, with booths serving food, as well as a display: dozens of chairs on..."

April 3, 2024 News Post by Naina Srivastava

City Plans for Larger Live Music Fund Grants

Applications for the 2024 city program to open "very soon"

"...next edition of the Austin Live Music Fund. Music & Entertainment Division Manager Erica Shamaly revealed further changes to..."

April 2, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

How Austin Transformed Danny Brown

The Detroit wild card on getting his shit together (and finding H-E-B)

"...I rapped in front of five people or 5,000 – I was gonna go there and try to kick..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, March 29 - April 4

"...you may feel driven to devour extravagant amounts of food and drink. It’s possible you will gain 10 pounds..."

March 29, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...Texas Hold ’Em Beyoncé Mini-Ball/Listening Party..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Movies, Comedy, Books, and More Recommended Arts Events

Find an art that fits your tastes

"...with multicultural backgrounds as living vases for local flora.   – Richard Whittaker Urban Cultural Fest..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Neko Case, the Urban Cultural Fest, and More Crucial Concerts

Live sounds for the week ahead

"...special guest, Baker’s set won’t be one to miss.   – Miranda Garza Urban Cultural Fest..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

We Have an Issue: Everything You Need to Know About The Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin Awards

When to vote, why to vote, and how to campaign

"...two parts. In the first round (March 28-April 8) – aka the nominating round – you’ll write in your..."

March 29, 2024 Column by Kimberley Jones

Glen Powell to Enter Texas Film Hall of Fame

Actor to be honored ahead of Austin premiere of Hit Man

"...rewarding creative relationship with Powell that began with Fast Food Nation and has continued with Everybody Wants Some!! and..."

March 27, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Ways to Watch the Total Solar Eclipse in Austin Based on Your Sun Sign

Beer, BBQ, raves, rooftop parties, and calming yoga, to name a few

"...bother? Frolic at one of the many beer and wine events close to home. Texas Craft Brewers Guild has..."

March 26, 2024 Events Post by Christina Garcia

Relays, Rides, and Rasslin' Headline This Week's Community Events

Recommended happenings around town

"...one that starts with C and never actually ends?   – James Scott Total DOMination Rodeo..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Closing the COVID Gap at AISD

Post-pandemic, not enough students can read well. How do we get out of this ditch?

"...Austin ISD elementary students aren’t reading at grade level – in other words, 22,000 young Austinites face a risk..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Mr. Smarty Pants Knows

"...by monkeys, primate behaviorists say, it’s because they’re over-habituated – they’ve lost their fear of humans. They may also..."

March 22, 2024 Column by Mr. Smarty Pants

Day Trips: Under-the-Radar Barbecue Joints Worth the Drive

Make a side trip to these notable meat-makers

"...Brick Vault Brewery & BBQ It’s usually a pretty good sign when a..."

March 22, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Qmmunity: I Yam Who I Yam

Editor James contemplates what constitutes part of a trans identity and complains about blood draws.

"...from my body, I tried to make small talk – a coping mechanism I have against intense freak-outs. To..."

March 22, 2024 Column by James Scott

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