Hispanic Physicians Association (HPA) will hold its Cuban themed Havana Nights Gala on Saturday, May 25th at the Mexican American Cultural Center. The 5th annual event will commence at 6:30 PM with Senator Barrientos as the Master of Ceremonies and San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro as speaker. The Brew will entertain attendees with Latin Jazz tunes. Proceeds from the [...]
Musicians are working to help a Texas town decimated in a deadly fertilizer plant explosion. Officials with the Texas Thunder Festival on Monday announced next month’s performances will benefit emergency responders and schools in West, where 14 people were killed in a blast on April 17. Performers include the Randy Rogers Band, Wade Bowen, the [...]
Inspired by the wind and sun of her native Chile, Austin fashion designer Teresa Valenzuela-Basa will unveil her Vento e Sole (wind and sun) clothing line at Ballet Austin this 17th of March. The clothing line, which features bold, radiant and captivating designs for today’s sophisticated young woman, will mark the coming out party for Valenzuela-Basa [...]
“Drop by Kenichi for the most detonative sake bomb party in Austin! Experience a variety of premium sake creations, free tasters and live entertainment at this FREE Unofficial SXSW After Party. Sake Shot Bar . Ty Ku Premium Sake Tastings . Free Kenichi Appetizers . Beer & Cocktails . Live D.J.” When: Friday, March 8, [...]
Blue Glue Bikinis celebrated their grand opening as attendees experienced the exotic world of Bali as they viewed the fabulous collection of French swimwear. 10% of sales from the evening were donated to “You Are Good Tees”, an organization that helps promote and protect children who have been abused or neglected. The latest trends in [...]
The Austin Classical Guitar Society (ACGS) continues its International Concert Series with the highly-anticipated return of the Italian masters, SoloDuo, hailed by the Washington Post as “one of the most engaging duos in classical music,” in concert at 8 pm on Friday, March 1 at Northwest Hills United Methodist Church. As SoloDuo, Matteo Mela and [...]
The Food For Black Thought initiative is bringing awareness to the Black experience with food and the food industry in Austin. Beginning as a 2-day community symposium in September, Dr. Kevin Thomas and Naya Jones, both of UT Austin, expanded the conversation. “We are interested in capturing the food experiences of folks who may be [...]
It is time again! The 6th Annual Austin Modern Home Tour on Saturday, February 2, 2013 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM will have plenty of dream-worthy homes and opportunities to meet while asking questions to the builders and architects behind these creative dwellings. From honest materials to an embrace of new technologies, you’ll see modern [...]
On Friday, November 9th 7pm – 10pm at Casa Chapala (101 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin, TX 78701) Casa Chapala’s Austin Tequila Society presents the 3rd Annual Austin Tequila Society Fest: An Evening of Tequila Tastings, Fun, Food and Music benefitting the Horse Boy Foundation. Guests and members of Casa Chapala’s Austin Tequila Society will vote [...]
University of Texas at Austin Alumnus wins university award and inspires others to “Dream in 3D” On November 9th at 7 p.m., UT Alumnus, SaulPaul, also known as a “Musician with a Message,” will be awarded the University of Texas Young Alumni award. He was selected from among several esteemed candidates in recognition for exceptional [...]