Day Trips

Captain Day Trips plans your travel itinerary for the coming year.

"...by a tributary of the Red River where the table-flat High Plains drop into the rolling hills...."

Jan. 11, 2002 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Is Knowledge Power?

A profile of precarious global intelligence firm Stratfor

"...few weeks ago, last week Stratfor closed its recently opened Washington, D.C. office and reorganized its Austin staff (see..."

Sept. 14, 2001 News Feature by Michael Erard

The Changing Face of Downtown

"...municipal projects well under way, with several set to open soon. Save for the delayed Intel project, here's what..."

April 20, 2001 News Feature

A Rural Riddle

Hays County Water Planning Partnership forms to try and stop unmitigated growth

"...Hays County last month, alleging that officials violated the Open Meetings Act while chatting with a developer over a..."

Oct. 15, 1999 News Feature by Rob D'Amico

Whisks Up

The Way To Cook

"...picture may be worth a thousand words on the open market, but from the novice cook's perspective, a picture..."

Nov. 27, 1998 Food Feature

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...keep nine pools, slated to close on August 10, open until Oct. 4. But while the extra dough will..."

Aug. 21, 1998 News Feature

Branch by Branch

CARVER (3.0 stars)

"...Best Branch Library in 1995. One of three branches open Sundays, 2--6pm...."

Sept. 20, 1996 News Feature

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

"...community about how to bring new voices to the table, EDD spent a lot of money on expensive consultants,..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

An L.A. Benefit, Toni Price Tribute, and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the week ahead

"...and unflinching optimism, Leo and his Pharmacists promise an unforgettable night. Whether you’re revisiting Shake the Sheets or discovering..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: The L Stands for Lynchian

Taking a page from the late Lynch’s book to deal with the current evil afoot

"...hearts or die. Pride Sports Austin – Dodgeball Free Open Play..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Column by James Scott

Witness This Weekend's Recommended Arts and Culture Events

Sarah Silverman, 80s Night, sustainable sculpting, and more

"...as Beyoncé once sang. Put your cards on the table at Country Fried Dance’s paired dancing lessons, where you..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Art on Waller Creek, Drag on Congress, and More Recommended Events

Step outside and appreciate some art

"...this mix of water, light, and sound on its opening night, Nov. 8, or during the second week of..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Verde Report: Nightmare Leagues Cup Draw Exactly What Austin FC Needed

Worst-case scenario? A three-week break to train. Best case? The biggest victory in club history.

"...the majority of its teams from the 110-year-old U.S. Open Cup. That is largely unfair...."

July 26, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup

Balmorhea, Big Bend, Boquillas, Bois d'Arc, and blueberries

"...waiting, the campground at Balmorhea State Park is finally open again. Texas Parks & Wildlife Department announced on May..."

May 31, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Cinco de Mayo, May the Fourth (Be With You), and More Recommended Events

The week in community happenings

"...come early to order chips and queso for the table.   – Carys Anderson An Evening With David Sedaris..."

May 3, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Theatre in Motion in Overheard on a Train

All aboard Austin's Red Line for Cheerful Secrets' interactive play

"...band and a bachelorette party – and perform a table read. Quite literally, since the performer/audience will be sat..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Police Association Signals Willingness to Comply With Oversight Act

Second day’s negotiations spark hope of agreement

"...city staff sitting across from DeLord at the bargaining table. Austin voters delivered a clear mandate to the city..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The Thompson and the Loren: A Tale of Two Hotels

One long weekend, two impressive but different vibes

"...and there’s a swimming pool on the fourth floor, open to the sky; the topmost floors are residential...."

Jan. 27, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Changing Nations, Changing Generations: PJ Raval’s Who We Become

Austin filmmaker on his not-a-pandemic-project pandemic project

"...those divides play out in those unguarded, honest, dinner table conversations. He’d started talking to people who wanted to..."

Jan. 9, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Starry, Starry Night

The Jigglewatts Burlesque Revue invites Austin to celebrate the nighttime at their Starry Soirée

"...divine entertainment with popcorn & sparkling wine included in table reservation. A percent of ticket sales/proceeds donated to Transgender..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Column by James Scott

Hung Jury in Murder Trial of APD Officer Christopher Taylor Causes Mistrial

Jurors were deadlocked through four days of deliberation

"...Police Department, packed the courtroom pews behind the defendant’s table. Across the aisle sat a small number of Ramos’..."

Nov. 15, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Qmmunity: Fund-Raising Hell

This month’s edition of Austin International Drag Foundation’s drag competition fundraiser digs into Halloween nostalgia for its theme

"...the overall event series together thematically. "We wanted to open the space to those who want to send a..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Column by James Scott

Koko’s Suspension, El Naranjo’s Lamb Jam Win, Sushi Bar’s Guest Chefs, Uchibā and Yamas and Carve are On the Way, Bouldin Creek Dances a Foxtrot, and More

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

"...that Uchibā, their Japanese bar and restaurant concept, will open later this summer in the Google Tower at 601..."

June 7, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Veracruz All Natural Is at Mueller, Yellowbird Is at Taco Bell, La Popular’s at Lantana, Truluck’s Is Gonna Move, Here Comes Songkran Again, and More

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

"...what the barbecue savants at LeRoy & Lewis are opening in South Austin … about JewBoy Burgers moving into..."

April 12, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Community Advocates Worry Commercial Interests Dominate Zilker Park Vision Plan

Zilker Park or "Park Zilker"?

"...the public around a bigger issue at the city's open house on Saturday, writing in an Instagram post that..."

Dec. 16, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Pleasure Venom's Introspective Punk Road to Rebirth/Return

Revamped and fully realized Austin quartet breaks down debut

"...last week, paint a comprehensive punk-phenom picture. Try 2019 opening dates for Nineties alt standards Garbage, local gigs with..."

Dec. 9, 2022 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

Suerte’s Patio Opens, Thanksgiving Gobbles Hard, Otoko Brands a Sake, Nido and Industry Get All Brunchy, Aviary Collabs Supercharge Sunday Nights, and More

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

"...in Otoko.) Just as important: Both places are now open on Tuesdays, too …..."

Nov. 16, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

TribFest Recap: Red and Blue Teams Find Common Ground Before the 88th

Six points of agreement as the new Legislature coalesces

"...session remembered for bipartisan compromises and solutions to “kitchen table” problems. And all seemed to agree on the most..."

Sept. 25, 2022 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

Have You Seen the Last of Kevin Curtin?

No, but due to big life changes, I am demoting myself

"...as the door to the garage office is thrown open. Nineteen-year-old Kevin barges in, shattering his elder self's concentration..."

Sept. 9, 2022 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Public Notice: A Potpourri, Plus the World Cup

"...requires extra training and certification. With only 23 certified open water guards currently available in all, PARD has had..."

April 8, 2022 News Column by Nick Barbaro

« 1    ‹ BACK    25   26   27   28   29   30   31   32   33   34     NEXT ›    34 »