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

Get out before the heat descends

"...try their hand at some of the skills, but unlike the youth of pioneer days, they don’t have to..."

April 26, 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

"...with only her vocals and acoustic guitar. It’s just like Emmylou Harris on the 1973 live version with Gram..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Driussi Winner Powers Austin FC Past San Jose Earthquakes in Seven-Goal Thriller

RECAP: ATX defeats San Jose 4-3

"...by a 101st-minute Sebastián Driussi game winner that hit like an RKO from out of nowhere...."

April 7, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

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

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...and ranches. Bring bipedal and quadruped friends as leashed dogs are welcome, and enjoy family-friendly fun from Joy Glow..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

DogMan

A thief survives an abusive childhood to forge a soulful connection with canines

"...becomes a man who uses a pack of stray dogs to inflict street justice on bullies and thugs while..."

March 29, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

How Austin Transformed Danny Brown

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

"...“They just hit me up randomly, like 'Danny, can you slide in and play?’ So I..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

The Luv Doc: Single Women With Grocery Dogs

Flying a nondescript gray flag and trolling through shallow waters

"...is really nice to me. I think I might like to ask her out, but I’m not sure if..."

March 15, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Queer Comedy, a Goth Market, and More Community Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's approval

"...lovers. Pick a piece by certified fresh female authors like Julia Serano, Martha S. Jones, and Sara Ahmed from..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

An Outdoor Screening, Bluey Live, and More Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

Get out and art this week!

"...Painted by Cara, and Goldfish Swim School. Bring chairs, dogs, and/or picnics, but no glass, styrofoam, alcohol, or smoking,..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Review: Feral Pizza

Parking lot pizza trailer is serving up sourdough pies with brilliantly flavorful toppings

"...conjures images of fierce coyotes or packs of wild dogs, not artisanal pies made with care and attention. But..."

March 1, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Six Great Breweries Off the Beaten Path

In tumultuous times for Austin beer, these undersung gems are worth seeking out

"...alone, the market has taken from us true bangers like Beerburg, Humble Pint, and Hedgehog. Access to Q2 Stadium..."

March 1, 2024 Food Feature by Eric Puga

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

Our guide to community events for the week

"...the public from 6 to 8am, offering Texas delicacies like pulled pork breakfast tacos, El Patio chips & salsa,..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Hundreds of Beavers

Loony live-action cartoon about a fur trader who goes to war with rodents

"...giant, furry, mascot-style racoon suits, as are the sleigh dogs that haul the sleds of the more competent trappers,..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Strip Club: Lake Creek Festival Shopping Center

Sampling noodles, shoes, salsa, and silencers at the Northwest Austin strip mall

"...at Lake Creek 7, whose concessionaire offers four hot dogs and two large soft drinks for $15...."

Feb. 23, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

What’s New at the 42nd Annual Austin Music Awards?

The Zev Award launches, Antone’s hosts, and winners are out of the bag

"...show will include a curated presentation of select awards. Unlike in past years, all 51 award categories will not..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Austin FC Season Kickoff, Black History Month, and More Community Events

Get out and about in Austin while the weather's good

"...slang term for gayness that carried into less-fun phrasing like the Lavender Scare and the Lavender Menace. Enter Lavender..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Last One Down the Mountain: Belated Thoughts on the Sundance Film Festival

Even virtually, the 2024 fest felt revitalized

"...bygone fairy dust while also revitalizing its vaunted mojo. Like most film festivals, Sundance needed to recover from the..."

Feb. 21, 2024 Screens Post by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Luv Doc: Purebred

His heart was the size of a peppercorn

"...can go out for very long because she feels like she has to get back to take care of..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, January 26 - February 1

"...holding your breath,” wrote author F. Scott Fitzgerald. I’d like to expand that metaphor and apply it to you,..."

Jan. 26, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Review: sleep well., It’s Getting Brighter

Barrel-aged indie folk makes early-adulthood existentialism sound sublime

"...fivepiece arrived back in 2019, indie-rock forward Pictures of Dogs charmed audiences with sugarcoated dream-pop and salad days appeal...."

Jan. 19, 2024 Music Feature by Elizabeth Braaten

News of the Black Iron Brothertons, of Michael Carranza and Danielle Martinez’s Tare, of Abby Jane and her Bakeshop, of Little Ola and King Cakes, of Tiffany Chen and Those New Cookies

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...with one of owner Abby Jane’s favorite foods: hot dogs. Expect a special menu of beef hot dogs with..."

Jan. 16, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...seen the artier side of Ryan Gosling with films like the Austin-shot Song to Song and his directorial debut,..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Conspicuous Austin Pets Alive! Transport Van Stolen, Soon Recovered

The suspect remains at large

"...are under-resourced and don’t have space and it takes dogs that are on euthanasia lists and picks them up..."

Jan. 9, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

The Chronicle’s Favorite Austin Albums of 2023

Ten music writers reflect on the records they loved this year

"...while Chloe Andrews realizes a revenge fantasy on "Groping Dogs Gushing Blood." "I'll break your fucking TEETH," she snarls...."

Dec. 15, 2023 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: Stop, Drop, and Shop

Qmmunity advises on what local places are best for gay gift shopping this year

"...special little gifts for all my special little guys, like my mom. Perhaps you too wish to buy special..."

Dec. 8, 2023 Column by James Scott

Deerhoof at Wizard Rodeo and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Austin acts El Combo Oscuro and sleep well. both host album release shows

"...few slow burners that have been cooking a while." Like tamales for Christmas, the sextet's debut full-length makes a..."

Dec. 1, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

The Luv Doc: An Upsell for Your Latte

We have pumpkins. The Irish have Guinness.

"...last four years. Also, my mother-in-law loves Thanksgiving. She likes the fall decorations, she likes cooking, and she even..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

Gary Clark Jr.’s Free Longhorn City Limits Show and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Recommended shows for Halloween night, from Genesis Owusu to Full of Hell

"...interludes, alternative stylings, and a handful of legit earworms like "Big in the World," "Century City," and Sierra Ferrell..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

Good Cheese Hunting, Antonelli’s! Hello, Limestone Rooftop! Goodbye, Taco Ranch! Adopt Us, Fierce Whiskers! Arigato, Asahi Imports! and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...to APA!). Bonus: The event will also feature adoptable dogs, live music, and a doggie costume contest …..."

Oct. 25, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

999 Eyes Freakshow & Surreal Sideshow Invites You to Step Inside an American Tradition

The beauty of the bizarre

"..."People talk about traveling time but it's not like, 'I'm going to the Quickie Pickie,'" adds accordionist Dylan..."

Oct. 20, 2023 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

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