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View Full Post The Local Maker Movement in Austin

Published: 8/13/2018

When visiting Austin, you’re not only guaranteed great music, good food and Southern hospitality — you’ll also have access to some of the most innovative and creative organizations in the country. Here are a few local creative companies you can experience during your trip to Austin. Canopy Located on almost four acres, "Canopy is a creative community set within a redeveloped East Austin warehouse with artist studios, creative office spaces, art galleries, and a café linked together with courtyards and covered breezeways,” says Rachael Garbowski,... read more

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View Full Post Austin's Indie Arts Scene

Published: 8/3/2018

Austin is a magnet for creatives, drawing a mix of artists, actors and musicians who make up the city’s ever-growing indie arts scene. Check out these venues and events for the inside scoop on where to find some of Austin’s best independent art exhibits, theatrical performances and live music shows. Art For The People. Credit Casey Alfstad. Art Studios & Galleries Canopy is a creative community located in a renovated East Austin warehouse. The space includes 45 artists’ studios, a coffee shop and a beautiful gallery space for Big Medium, Austin’s premier arts... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Film Live Music Events LGBTQ

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View Full Post A Solo Traveler's Guide to Austin

Published: 7/30/2018

Austin is quickly becoming one of the top U.S. cities to visit, and it's no surprise since there's a plethora of things to do, see and eat. Whether you want to take a quick dip or embrace the music scene, it's nearly impossible to get bored in our thriving city. The buzzy, casual and friendly vibe of the city is perfect for a solo traveler, and we have you covered with this complete solo traveler's guide to Austin. When to Go One of the (many) reasons to love Austin is our year-round, mild temperatures and sunshine . Spring and fall have warm but moderate... read more

Tags: Outdoors Eat & Drink Food Trucks Craft Beer Shopping Live Music Arts & Culture

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View Full Post Fall & Winter Film Festivals in Austin

Published: 7/27/2018

The fall film festival season is almost here and if you like movies, Austin is the place to be for the season! Check out the list below and for more information on lineups, panels, how to attend and how to volunteer, follow the links to each festival's website. Courtesy of Capital City Black Film Festival. Photo by Amaz1n Entertainment Productions. CAPITAL CITY BLACK FILM FESTIVAL August 30 - September 2, 2018 Celebrating black filmmakers from across the nation, the Capital City Black Film Festival provides a stage for burgeoning talent in the heart of Austin. ALL GENDERS LIFESTYLES... read more

Tags: Film Festivals Fall Multicultural Live Music Comedy

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View Full Post Best Indie Bookstores in Austin

Published: 7/20/2018

Austin's independent spirit is alive and well in our community-owned, new and used bookstores. When you’re done checking out some of our cool restaurants, enjoying a live concert on a lawn or SUPing at the lake, head over to one of the many independently owned bookstores we have around the city! All of them have something different to offer; here’s a list of the best indie bookstores, so you can bring a piece of Austin home with you: Courtesy of BookPeople. Austin Books and Comics Adventures! Super villains! Tights! You can find all of these things and more at... read more

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View Full Post Where to See Drag in Austin

Published: 7/16/2018

While Austin certainly isn't the only city with a drag scene, Austin is unique in that venues and organization throughout the city promote performers of all types, with acts that push boundaries and play with the “rules of drag.” Here, we do it proudly and we celebrate it! Catch a show in Austin, and you will connect with drag as an art form; an art without rules, which explores all that drag can be… ultimately, fierce! With the formation of the Austin International Drag Foundation by Jamie Bancroft, the drag community has built a family in... read more

Tags: LGBTQ Arts & Culture Nightlife Events

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View Full Post LGBTQ Austin: Your Weekend Guide

Published: 7/6/2018

Austin is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly cities in the country. But you won’t find just one “gayborhood” here. The community is integrated throughout this inclusive town, which means that LGBTQ visitors will find a warm welcome wherever they wander. Check out our two-day itinerary that will direct you to some of the most popular shopping districts, restaurants, nightclubs and gay-owned businesses in Austin. DAY 1 Radio Coffee & Beer. Credit Regan Hackleman. Fuel up for the day with an espresso from at Radio Coffee & Beer in South Austin. Then grab a hearty... read more

Tags: LGBTQ Itineraries Coffee Food Trucks Shopping Arts & Culture Zilker Park Live Music

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View Full Post Austin's Black Heritage: Visiting Six Square

Published: 6/18/2018

Six Square has emerged as Austin’s African-American Cultural District , the first of its kind in Texas, and Nefertitti Jackmon is the face of this trailblazing effort. As executive director, she works to foster community partnerships, to spotlight cultural contributions, and to create a space that’s as much a nod to the past as it is a building block for the future. Nefertitti Jackmon at historic Downs Mabson Field. Credit Annie Ray. “We’re building on the strong foundation that Six Square has already established in the East Austin community,” Nefertitti... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Arts & Culture East Austin Historical Live Music True Austin Museums

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View Full Post Experiencing Austin Arts & Culture

Published: 5/2/2018

Austin is an epicenter of creativity. And there’s no better way to plug into that inspiring energy than with a visit to some of the city’s top art museums, galleries, performing arts spaces and annual art events. Check out this roundup of Austin art and culture hubs you can’t miss. Ellsworth Kelly, Austin. Photo courtesy of the Blanton Museum of Art, The University of Texas at Austin. ART MUSEUMS The Blanton Museum of Art features works by Robert Rauschenberg and Thomas Hart Benton, and recently unveiled its new permanent exhibition Ellsworth Kelly:... read more

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View Full Post Latino Music Month in Austin

Published: 4/30/2018

Live music is the pulse of Austin, Texas. Whether you’re here for work or or play, take a couple of hours to catch a live show while you’re enjoying a meal or a drink. Check out some events and shows this May during Latino Music Month , and enjoy música in the Live Music Capital of the World® ! Mexican American Cultural Center. Courtesy of the City of Austin. Every Monday-Thursday in May Bilingual Music Lessons (FFF) Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) Latino Artist Residency Program (LARP) artist Javier Jara provides Bilingual music... read more

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