Austin Chronic: Oat Willie’s Closes Shop After 56 Years

Austin’s first head shop will no longer go “Onward, through the fog!”

"...crusade of the Eighties that culminated in a riled-up PTA group descending upon the San Antonio Street location. To..."

Nov. 15, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Nitpickin' Parton

"...Time to the tune of Dolly Parton's 'Harper Valley PTA' at Cheer Up Charlies …" "Harper Valley PTA" was..."

Jan. 9, 2023 Postmarks

Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-Power

Overblown TED Talk on sexism in Hollywood picks odd targets

"...directors like Hitchcock, Scorsese, Welles, Lynch, Antonioni, Godard, Coppola, PTA, Tarantino, Lee, Foreman, etc. Menkes plucks scenes from these..."

Dec. 2, 2022 Movie Review by Sarah Jane

Round Rock ISD Considers Recommendation That Superintendent Leave Amid Abuse Allegations

The latest development in a culture-wars-fueled fight against progressive RRISD Board

"...in RRISD schools and leads the RRISD Council of PTAs' Diversity & Inclusion Committee (though not speaking on the..."

Jan. 7, 2022 News Feature by Morgan O’Hanlon

Election Coverage: Blowouts, Run-Offs in Education Elections

Anderson, Ashy, and a run-off at AISD

"...opted for Ashy, who has notable experience as a PTA president and member of the district's Facilities and Bond..."

Nov. 9, 2018 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Daddy's Home 2

The daddy's daddy crash Christmas in this unneeded sequel

"...of carting the kids around and baking cookies for PTA meetings. They employ cheery tones. They fist bump. There’s..."

Nov. 10, 2017 Movie Review by Danielle White

A Bad Moms Christmas

The raunchy moms are back with some Christmas spirit(s)

"...and a “nailed it” meme. The storyline swaps the PTA circus for something a bit closer to home: The..."

Nov. 3, 2017 Movie Review by Danielle White

Fun Mom Dinner

A girl's night out on the town gets hazy

"...a mother of four, who’s had her fill of PTA meetings and the usual mom activities; and Emily (Aselton)..."

Aug. 4, 2017 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

AISD Election = Turning Point?

With filing for the November election imminent, Austin ISD's board of trustees has vacancies, and it has candidates. Unfortunately, they're not in the same seats.

"...and former teacher Theresa Bastian, who has her own PTA background, having served until recently as Gorzycki Middle School..."

July 11, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Due Date

Road comedy hits the sweet spot with Robert Downey Jr. and Zach Galifianakis.

"...Missing, however, are the gooey John Hughes sentiments of PTA. Instead (and to its benefit), Due Date favors a..."

Nov. 5, 2010 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Lege Notes

Odds and ends – mostly odds – from beneath the pink granite dome

"...more than 3,000 parents expected to attend the Texas PTA summer seminar at the Austin Convention Center. Founding leaders..."

July 22, 2005 News Column

The Perfect Man

Less a feature film than 90 minutes of tweenage feminine wish fulfillment, The Perfect Man is like Teen People come to life.

"...New York City public school system – interrupt a PTA meeting to whine, "I need to meet a good..."

June 17, 2005 Movie Review by Marrit Ingman

AISD Candidates

Profiles of the contestants

"...at Dell. He's the president of the Highland Park PTA, and was president-elect at the O. Henry Middle School..."

April 30, 2004 News Feature

'If Not Edison -- What?'

Austin Interfaith's Alliance programs represent one alternative to failing AISD schools.

"...Austin Independent School District as a whole is rated "acceptable." Parents in Austin's predominantly poor and minority Eastside disagree...."

March 22, 2002 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Postmarks

Raves for Marc Savlov's recent article on Ecstasy.

"...everyone doing this drug truly felt love, empathy, and acceptance for everyone else. It opens one's mind to everything..."

June 23, 2000 Column

Endorsements

"...But don't give in to the temptation to sit this one out. Vote. Not only is..."

May 5, 2000 News Feature

Endorsements

"...But don't give in to the temptation to sit this one out. Vote. Not only is..."

April 21, 2000 News Feature

House Hunting

Underdog Stella Roland challenges incumbent Dawnna Dukes to represent East Austin in the Texas House of Representatives.

"...the immediate past president of the LBJ High School PTA -- turned out to be a political firebrand with..."

Feb. 18, 2000 News Feature by Erica C. Barnett

Naked City

Off the Desk

"...problems at campuses across the district. Austin Council of PTAs member Cheryl Bradley says it became apparent to her..."

Jan. 22, 1999 News Feature

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...referred to his opponent Patricia Whiteside as "just another PTA Mom"; and that he is anti-Semitic because of ANC's..."

April 24, 1998 News Feature

Back to the Drawing Board

Process for Mapping School Boundary Lines Improved, Still Difficult

"...and money, bought library books, been active in the PTA, and purchased and installed playground equipment. When neighbors learned..."

April 3, 1998 News Feature by Lisa Tozzi

Naked City

Off the Desk

"...When the state convention for the Texas Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) opens in Austin on Friday, members will contemplate issues..."

Nov. 10, 1995 News Feature

AISD Superintendent Considers Moving Hundreds of Students From Dobie to Lamar Middle School

Parents and staff worry as AISD avoids possible state takeover

"...well. The room grew quiet as Arminda Martinez, Dobie’s PTA president and a staff worker at the school, responded..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

MAGA Moms and the Republican Resistance to School Vouchers

Make education public again

"...the power?” he asked a statewide gathering of the PTA in February. “How is it choice when a majority..."

March 21, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Friendship Brings Awkward Hugs and Comedy Giants to South by Southwest

Director Andrew DeYoung gets matey with Paul Rudd and Tim Robinson

"...more I see it as a comedy. What makes PTA so brilliant is that there’s such deep humanity to..."

March 9, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin ISD Election Season Is Underway

The candidates are getting their messages out

"...also an AISD parent and a member of the PTA who has been affiliated with Teach for America, a..."

Aug. 30, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

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

Recommended happenings around town

"...a classic carnival raises funds for the Cowan Elementary PTA, which has gathered some fabulous prize packages for raffle:..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Opinion: I’m a Chaplain. Here’s Why I Oppose Replacing School Counselors With Chaplains.

As a chaplain and school volunteer, the Rev. Deborah Reeves explains why school districts should reject the option to install chaplains in public schools

"...children read, hosted classroom celebrations, and volunteered at a PTA fundraiser and in the classroom. I'm free to volunteer,..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Column by Deborah Reeves

Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup

News and events from Corpus Christi to Fort Davis

"...Crider hosted a rodeo to benefit the Hunt School PTA next to their country store and Humble gas station...."

May 4, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

SXSW Film Review: Join or Die

Can Rotary Clubs and bowling save America?

"...broad umbrella, comprising groups like the Rotary Club, Kiwanis, PTA groups, book clubs, trade unions, religious associations, and naturally,..."

March 20, 2023 Screens Post by Josh Kupecki

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