Austin Yards Where Weird Finds a Home

Seven front lawns that push beyond garden gnomes

"...all kinds. Art yards are hardly phenomena unique to Austin – the SPACES Archive maintains a map and catalog..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by Caroline Drew

Kingfish, Mavis Staples, Antone’s Allstars, and More Reviews From Austin Blues Festival 2025

Soul and jam sessions galore at Moody Amphitheater

"...Right as rain (pun intended), Austin Blues Festival and Austin Psych Fest braved spring showers..."

May 2, 2025 Music Feature by The Music Team

Explosions in the Sky, Kim Gordon, Dinosaur Jr., and More Reviews From Austin Psych Fest 2025

Alternative nation packs the Far Out Lounge

"...Right as rain (pun intended), Austin Blues Festival and Austin Psych Fest braved spring showers..."

May 2, 2025 Music Feature by The Music Team

White Weddings, Rock & Roll, and More Crucial Concerts

Dungeon crawling, avant sax, and other amplified options for the week

"...color. It’s an appropriate description for Ventana Ballet and Austin Camerata’s annual spring showcase, a performance that changes in..."

May 2, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Opinion: AISD Officials, Lamar Parents Should Learn From the Past

As AISD decides the fate of Dobie Middle School, school officials and Lamar Middle School parents should consider the past closure of Anderson High to ensure that history does not repeat itself

"...Since the April 17 email from Austin Independent School District Superintendent Matias Segura disclosing the likelihood..."

May 2, 2025 Column by Allison Raven

The Luv Doc: Best Friend Breakup

Tell Zoltan. Zoltan needs to know.

"...I moved to Austin in 2022 with my boyfriend. He grew up in..."

May 2, 2025 Column by The Luv Doc

A Redhead, Pink Pony, and Kaleidoscope in This Weekend’s Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...color. It’s an appropriate description for Ventana Ballet and Austin Camerata’s annual spring showcase, a performance that changes in..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Despite Wins, Nico Estévez Still Lingers in Josh Wolff’s Shadow

It’s been a mixed bag for the Verde and Black so far in 2025

"...Meet the new boss, same as the old boss. That was the fear that permeated the Austin..."

May 2, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

The Skylark Lounge Is Closing This Weekend

Beloved Airport Boulevard venue’s farewell shows are to be announced

"...key artists like Soul Man Sam and the late Austin Music Hall of Famer Margaret Wright, LaTouf said, “It’s..."

April 28, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Huge Changes in SXSW Leadership

Fest boss Hugh Forrest among several high-profile departures

"...and journalist (and Chronicle alum), he joined the then two-year-old festival in 1989. He became an integral part of..."

April 26, 2025 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

God, Texas, and Film Incentives

The devil's in the details for Texas' multibillion dollar plan

"...TMIIIP operates. In many ways it’s regarded as the gold standard of incentive programs: a baseline 25% rebate on..."

April 24, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Is Austin’s New Arts Umbrella Organization Just in Time or Too Little, Too Late?

After two decades of treating culture and creativity as an afterthought, the city of Austin finally has a real arts department

"...an oddity that there’s no unified arts department at Austin City Hall...."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Why Austin’s Progressive Rep. Greg Casar Is Visiting Republican Districts

Casar, an odd choice to reach moderates, talks strategy

"...In recent weeks, Austin’s young progressive congressman, Greg Casar, has been testing a..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Art Prom, Pup Crawl, Eeyore’s Birthday, and More Recommended Events

A smattering of ways to fill your weekend

"...Under the theme “Dame Prom,” these feminine forces of Austin’s food world plate up delicious dishes of grilled meats,..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: Micklethwait Craft Meats’ Freshly Opened Brick-and-Mortar

Food truck’s long-awaited Springdale shop keeps up the standard of excellence

"...Even though certain cranks may whine about how Austin barbecue isn’t as good as Lockhart or Houston or..."

April 25, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Blank Hellscape Crafts Five Years of Intricate Demos Into Hell 2

Your favorite local band’s favorite local band emerges with sophomore album

"...an afterthought, that he also played with a lesser-known Austin noise act called Blank Hellscape, and the guy lit..."

April 25, 2025 Music Feature by Kyra Bruce

Texas Burlesque Festival Takes It All Off

This year’s celebration celebrates diversity, freedom, and glove peels

"...double down and get even more engaged.” Co-founder of Austin’s Frisky Business troupe Gemmi Galactic was among those to..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Springtime Socializing

Here, take these LGBTQ events to protect you against the incoming horrors

"...Thursday 24, ColdTowne Theater..."

April 25, 2025 Column by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Don’t Drink That Water: The deadly algae is back!..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature

The Verde Report: An “Ashamed” Austin FC Must Regain Competitive Spirit After 5-1 Disaster

Vancouver debacle marks pivotal point in season

"...options to describe what the Vancouver Whitecaps did to Austin FC Saturday evening at BC Place. Destroyed. Demolished. Dog-walked...."

April 18, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Family and Staff Dismayed at Dobie Middle School’s Likely Closure

Austin ISD could face state takeover if school remains open

"...came flooding out Monday night at a meeting between Austin ISD leaders and the Dobie Middle School community. Over..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Reggaeton, Psych Rock, Brat-Pop, and More Crucial Concerts

Local shows worth your admission this week

"...A double-headed hellbeast of iconoclastic heaviness, old pals Napalm Death and the Melvins bring the sweet..."

April 18, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Strip Mall Spotlight: North Park Shopping Center

Mangonadas, taquerias, supermercados, and more on North Lamar

"...Welcome back to The Strip Club, highlighting Austin’s destination strip malls. Where else can you order melted..."

April 18, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Does Dan Patrick Even Understand the Cannabis Industry He’s Trying to Kill?

Texas Lege’s draconian bills are making even the stoners frustrated

"...of the controversial bill came in March when the 75-year-old former sports radio personality entered a hemp store in..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Movies, Theatre, Trivia, and More Recommended Events for the Week

Art and culture abound

"...with frequent Calendar contrib Lina Fisher on a rickety fold-out chair while we and everyone else enjoyed what has..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...House Explosion: A house exploded in North Austin last Sunday, with a blast large enough that neighbors..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature

First Look: Traphouse Caribbean

Popular Downtown eatery stakes claim as nightlife staple

"...While it’s an apt proverb for club life in Austin’s warehouse district, Foster actually arrived at that epiphany during..."

April 14, 2025 Food Post by Haris Qureshi

STAPLE! Comes Back Home to St. Ed’s

The revived indie media expo settles into its second year

"...There's a new 20-year-old sophomore at St. Edward's University, and its name is..."

April 10, 2025 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...April 7 that a budget shortfall is approaching. The Austin Monitor reports that the city expects to begin Fiscal..."

April 11, 2025 News Feature

Lunar Vacation, Nané Day, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Grab the earplugs and hit the clubs

"...Deep Cross is Austin’s gale-force entry into the increasingly crowded contemporary industrial conversation...."

April 11, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

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