Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...district is also double checking that every bus seatbelt works...."

April 12, 2024 News Feature

After DEI Cuts, This Sixth-Gen Austinite Is Losing Access to UT

“It feels like Jim Crow”

"...Bill 17, the state’s new law banning DEI at public schools. The larger Division of Campus and Community Engagement..."

April 5, 2024 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...complex on Springdale Road open their studios to the public, allowing an intimate look into Austin’s visual art scene...."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup

Plus Luther Hotel updates, Elephant Rock petition, more

"...try their hand at molding grains of sand into works of art. Canadian and Master Solo winner two years..."

April 2, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Right-Wing Funded Civitas Institute Is Almost Up and Running at UT-Austin

Classes focused on “liberty” start this fall

"...conservative donors, was first revealed to be in the works in 2021. Patrick’s participation – which included a proclamation..."

March 27, 2024 News Post by Kimberly Reeves

Closing the COVID Gap at AISD

Post-pandemic, not enough students can read well. How do we get out of this ditch?

"...Holden is one of 35,000 public elementary school kids in Austin whose first years of..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Spider Sculptures, Gore Feasts, and More Arts Events

Feed your art habit with these recommended events for the week

"...in 1967 by Louisville, Ky., police due to its “publication of materials dealing with bloodshed, lust or crime.” The..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Visual Art Review: Stuffed Animal Rescue Foundation’s “The Still Life”

This charming exhibit rehabilitates neglected stuffies, then puts them to work creating art

"...the headquarters at 2825 Hancock is open to the public on Saturdays, noon-4pm, steady as the needle in a..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Direct File website doesn’t work for gig income, but works for people with W-2s, unemployment income, Social Security income,..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature

Free Music for the Taking at SXSW

Lady Bird Lake, Flatstock, and more

"...Lady Bird Lake. The gigs are open to the public, not just SXSW badge holders. Doors open at 2pm,..."

March 15, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Convention Center Redevelopment Would Relocate SXSW, Other Festivals for Three Years

Construction is set to begin after SX ’25, end before SX ’29

"...But another part of the convention center redevelopment pitch..."

March 15, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Can Reviving Extinct Species Slow Climate Change?

SXSW panel explores the science of de-extinction

"...they separate it from species preservation,” Lamm said. “Conservation works, it just doesn’t work as fast. I think it's..."

March 9, 2024 SXSW Post by Madeline Duncan

“Lie Detectives” SXSW Panel Tackles Political Disinformation Ahead of Election

Katie Harbath and Sasha Issenberg share political insights

"...at a panel during SXSW’s opening day. Harbath currently works at tech consultant firm Duco Experts, but before that..."

March 8, 2024 SXSW Post by Austin Sanders

Despite Being Vastly Outspent by Challenger, José Garza’s Progressive Message Still Has Austin’s Support

After winning primary in a landslide, Garza is certain to win reelection

"...the primary, was supported by moderate Democrats like Moore, Republican donors and voters, the Austin Police Association (APA President..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

SXSW Interview: UK Art-Rockers Dry Cleaning Make Up for Lost Time

Upon 4AD reissue of fully formed 2018 debut EPs

"...approach of vocalist Florence Shaw, who paraphrases Prince Harry’s public musings on his wife to the tune of Dowse’s..."

March 8, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Cactus Lee, Nemegata, Font, Grace Sorensen Set for the Chronicle’s Hair of the 3-Legged Dog Party

Freebie springtime standby returns to Hotel Vegas March 15

"...is free and open to the (21 and up) public with RSVP. Following a chilly 2023 run featuring Being..."

Feb. 29, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Opera Fights, Puppet Plays, and More Arty Events

Get an arts fix this week

"...time since 2020!) mini-opera showcase, bringing four dynamic new works chosen from more than 40 submissions nationwide. Relevant to..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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

Our guide to community events for the week

"...with a massive chuck wagon buffet open to the public from 6 to 8am, offering Texas delicacies like pulled..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Selena Gomez, Conan O’Brien, Sydney Sweeney Top SXSW’s Sixth Featured Speakers Announcement

Danny Brown, Nick Kroll, and Kirsten Dunst also announced

"...Academy Award-nominated actor Paul Raci, writer, director, performer, new works producer, Creative Executive of Edith Productions, and Artistic Director..."

Feb. 27, 2024 SXSW Post by Carys Anderson

SXSW Announces Free Public Events Featuring Bootsy Collins, Bob Schneider

Lady Bird Lake programming and other free showcases run March 14-16

"...gigs March 14-16, with all shows open to the public (not just SXSW badge holders)...."

Feb. 22, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Cirque du Soleil Performer Guillaume Blais Crystalizes His Art

Queer trapezist talks the high-flying life ahead of H-E-B Center show

"...as an artist and how to communicate with the public,” Blais says. “That’s what made me evolve, just mixed..."

Feb. 21, 2024 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

The Austin Film Society Is Hosting a Conversation With Don Hertzfeldt and Mike Judge

Hertzfeldt will present his new short film "Me"

"...That's because the Oscar-nominated creator of such works as It's Such a Beautiful Day and the World..."

Feb. 15, 2024 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Lunar New Year Parties, OUTsider Fest, and More Recommended Community Events

Get out the vote and more this week

"...your chance. This program from the city’s Transportation and Public Works Department, in partnership with APD, deputizes volunteers to..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Crypta, Cherubs, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Must-see shows for the weekend and beyond

"...This sharp showcase bookends an impressive run of free-to-the-public Waterloo performances leading up to the ticketed Ameripolitan Music..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Free Outdoor Soundwalk “Eclipsing” Comes to the Long Center

Binaural artwork inspired by this year’s eclipse is open to all

"...How it works: Audience members download an app using their smartphones, then..."

Feb. 13, 2024 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Bloody Brides, Creepy Cats, and More Arts Events for the Week

Valentine's (and anti-Valentine) fun, soundtracking a rock, etc.

"...Making Comics Workshop..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Dog Toys and Puppy Sports Lead Our Recommended Community Events

Bucking broncos, drag vampires, and more highlights

"...other available volunteer days.  – Kat McNevins Making Comics Workshop..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Carnaval to Chili Cook-Off: This Week's Recommended Community Events

A kickoff for Black History Month, Mean Girls trivia, a farewell to boobies, and more

"...their tuneful talents and pursue rockstar dreams. Austin Jazz Workshop’s jam series is one of these opportunities, with twice-monthly..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Stories, Operas, and Meet-Cutes: The Week in Arts

Brett Goldstein brings the laughs, Zach Theatre conjures a comet, and more arty events

"...to leverage romantic synergy with a rom-com show that works lovey-dovey Hollywood tropes for all they’re worth this month,..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Sundance Review: Frida Expresses Frida Kahlo's Inner Life

Documentary gives a new perspective on her well-known story

"...an inherent difference in their art: he specialized monumental works, meant for public spaces, hers was smaller, more intimate,..."

Jan. 31, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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