This Week on The Austin Chronicle Show: Remembering Molly Ivins

Plus, how to negotiate dining out with kids

"...coverage • Melanie Haupt and Rod Machen's roundup of kid-friendly restaurants parents won't hate • Last chance to vote..."

Aug. 30, 2019 News Post by Kimberley Jones

The Lion King

Can you feel the shrug tonight?

"...March of the Penguins and bolted on a schmaltzy, kid-friendly plot mechanism. The Lion King keeps the story, but..."

July 19, 2019 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Protest at Drag Queen Storytime in Leander

"...Leander Public Library to either condemn or support a kid-friendly, private Pride event put on by a local church...."

June 16, 2019 Photo Gallery

The Titmouse That Roared

Chris Prynoski on Venture Bros., tech, and more

"...daytime and prime time shows, or streaming something more kid-friendly, keep an eye out for that bird. They've worked..."

Aug. 12, 2018 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

New Media Art & Sound Summit Weirds Out!

Experimental orgy amplifies the fringe

June 9, 2015 Music Post by Waylon Cunningham

The Tale of Princess Kaguya

Stunningly beautiful, Studio Ghibli's latest animated film is a real work of art.

"...The Tale of Princess Kaguya is screening in a kid-friendly dubbed version during the daytime and the subtitled original..."

Oct. 31, 2014 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Summer Reading for Tiny Chefs

Kid-friendly food books perfect for cooking and gardening adventures

"...Celebrity Cookbook features celebrity childhood favorites in (very) simple, kid-friendly recipes. A portion of proceeds goes to St. Jude’s..."

May 31, 2012 Food Post by Jessi Cape

The Spy Next Door

Jackie Chan plays an undercover CIA agent who turns out to be a disastrous babysitter for his girlfriend's three kids.

"...but vanished into a consistently forgettable rut of ridiculous, kid-friendly fare, including but not limited to the cookie-cutter Rush..."

Jan. 22, 2010 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Book Festival Recommended Daytime Eats

A guide to keeping the appetite sated while engaging the intellect

"...menu features burgers, barbecue, sandwiches, German specialties, and is kid-friendly, as well. La Condesa400-A W. Second, 499-0300 www.lacondesaaustin.com Saturday,..."

Oct. 30, 2009 Food Feature by Kate Thornberry

Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!

Jim Carrey, Steve Carell, and Carol Burnett provide just-right voices for these Seussian characters who offer the perfect antidote to the injustices experienced in childhood.

"...to muck up this Dr. Seuss story and its kid-friendly parable about the rights of all beings, no matter..."

March 14, 2008 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Shoot 'Em Up

There's not a lot to this action-movie satire other than a seemingly endless fusillade of projectiles and the image of unhinged British gunslinger Clive Owen trading fire with Paul Giamatti.

"...from the future or even the new template for kid-friendly Soylent Green, but, woe be me, the li'l pooper..."

Sept. 14, 2007 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Arctic Tale

The filmmakers crafted their nature footage into a kid-friendly "narrative" about the itty-bitty walrus and the little polar bear that could.

"...before crafting the footage into a "narrative" (with a kid-friendly narration, courtesy of Queen Latifah) about the itty bitty..."

Aug. 17, 2007 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Lazy Fork

The latest in the Mikeska legacy lives up to the name.

"...Strips for $8.95. You'll find a whole slew of kid-friendly items, like macaroni and cheese (we got ours as..."

June 23, 2006 Food Review by Mick Vann

Peter Pan

There's a definite sexual tension between Peter and Wendy in this live-action Pan that's heavy on the special effects.

"...really no way this film should have received a kid-friendly PG rating – and latch on to the film’s..."

Dec. 26, 2003 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The School of Rock

In Linklater's studio-financed comedy hit, Jack Black brings his rock & roll vibe to riff-needy prep students.

"...got heart. That Richard Linklater would choose this amiable, kid-friendly, rock & roll comedy as his next feature, following..."

Oct. 3, 2003 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Darby O'Gill and the Little People

"...highlighted by his output of some of the best kid-friendly films of the period: Old Yeller, Mary Poppins, That..."

Jan. 22, 2002 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Autumn Tale

What Movies Look Like This Fall

"...sterling track record with this kind of smart, funny, kid-friendly fare that nevertheless seems to rock the parents as..."

Sept. 21, 2001 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

What's the Buzz?

Guide to Summer Films

"...first animated entry in a season full of creative, kid-friendly fare. Still to come are plenty of cartoons and..."

May 26, 2000 Screens Feature by Peter Debruge

Rocketman

"...a bit of a problem here. As far as kid-friendly, live-action Disney comedies go, RocketMan is “all systems go.”..."

Oct. 10, 1997 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

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

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...while the kids get non-iPad entertainment. Meanwhile also offers kid-friendly bevs like chocolate milk and juice, so no one..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fantastic Fest Interview: Jason Eisener on Kids vs. Aliens

The director of the teen-friendly horror discusses his influences

"...The new kid-friendly sci fi horror from the director of Hobo With..."

Sept. 22, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Luv Doc: An Insultingly Simplistic Moral Reminder

There is no greater sign of a dumbass than a dumbass who doesn't think he's a dumbass.

"...way Hollywood always sucks when it's trying to make kid-friendly fare, but in this case, at least the writers'..."

Jan. 15, 2021 Column by The Luv Doc

Austin Artist Brings Gamera to Vibrant Life in a New Box Set

Matt Frank builds the perfect monster

"...Friend to All Children, and the stories become more kid-friendly – so much so that Frank described 1969's Gamera..."

Aug. 28, 2020 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Farmers Market Report: June 29-30, 2013

Watermelon, cantaloupe, okra, jalapeños

"...Every Saturday the Funkytonk Market tries to have a kid-friendly activity. This Saturday they will be having a Kid’s..."

June 28, 2013 Food Post by Kate Thornberry

Austin Eats Is Now Bigger and Better Than Ever!

If these choices aren't enough for you, we don't know what is

"...flavors of naturally flavored sodas – ice-cold root beer, kid-friendly blueberry soda, Ginger Brew, and prickly pear pink lemonade,..."

Oct. 8, 2010 Music Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Desk Set

Its inaugural class – equipped with cameras, computers, and expert instruction – wades into a sea of possibility

"...children being taught the basics of filmmaking in a kid-friendly, supportive environment by pros who clearly want to make..."

Dec. 8, 2006 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

The Art of Parenting With Art

Trying to find ways to make art while sustaining a family is no easy road.

"...to make sure that the projects I begin are kid-friendly. This was extremely difficult when the girls were babies...."

June 22, 2001 Arts Feature by Robi Polgar

Public Notice

Revenge of the Nerds

"...with our handsome progeny. This weekend is chock-full of kid-friendly, kid-centric events for all to enjoy. Austin's annual party..."

April 23, 1999 Column by Kate X Messer

Culture, Arts, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Don't let the heat get you down

"...and other live performances honoring Chinese traditions. Also find kid-friendly games at the very-family-friendly and totally free event, housed..."

Aug. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Dog Toys and Puppy Sports Lead Our Recommended Community Events

Bucking broncos, drag vampires, and more highlights

"...gumbo, gator hush puppies, and beignets), bourbon barrel beers, kid-friendly games, and live music from Chansons et Soulards, Austin..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

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