Corporate American runaways on the rise

Americans have traditionally been known to work more hours annually than any other country.  However, with movies and books such as “Eat, Pray Love” and “Honeymoon with My Brother” there has become a growing sentiment of acceptance towards living and long-term travel abroad before retirement-age. In fact, it may be more possible than you think.  [...]

Dogwood’s Grand Opening

The Womack brothers and Jason Carrier (a.k.a “the other brother”) are not new to the Austin bar industry. Having owned and run five venues within the downtown area, they have, with out a doubt, made their mark on the Austin night-life scene. I sat down with Christina Harrelson, to discuss what distinguishes Dogwood from the [...]

Matisyahu’s forthcoming live album Live at Stubb’s: Vol II August 18th

Five years after releasing his groundbreaking live album Live at Stubb’s, Grammy-nominated artist Matisyahu has announced the second installment in this series, Live at Stubb’s: Vol II, set for release in early 2011. On August 18, Matisyahu will return to Austin’s famed music venue Stubb’s for the recording. Matisyahu’s original Live at Stubb’s album, released [...]

Backpacks for underprivileged students

Mano de Cristo’s goal is to provide more than 2200 students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade with school supplies, backpacks, and clothing (2 changes of clothes, socks, and underwear) for the upcoming school year from August 2-6 and August 9-13 at the Travis County Building, 5335 Airport Blvd. “There is a difference between students coming [...]

World Music Night bringing diversity to Austin

For one year now, Bemba Entertainment and KUT90.5/KUT.org have brought World Music Night every Tuesday to Momo’s, giving Austin a chance to connect with cultures from all over the world through music.  Founded in 2007 by Brandon Badillo, Bemba Entertainment has been producing unique events inspired by the arts and multiculturalism.  World Music Night, one [...]

“Fun Fun Fun Fest”: The economics of the ‘Trickle Down Effect of Fun’

Fun Fun Fun Fest announced today in a press conference that would be putting into effect a “Fun Stimulus Plan.”  The Fun Fun Fun Fest executive team  presented an engaging laser-guided Power Point display where they explained in full details of the “trickle down effect” of fun. The full lineup for the 5th annual Fun [...]

2010 HSC Scholar Leadership Conference

Empowering young Hispanic students for personal and professional success beyond degree attainment Austin, TX – The Hispanic Scholarship Consortium (HSC) will host its annual Scholar Leadership Conference on August 3–5, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Austin. The conference aims to empower scholars to enter the workforce as leaders upon degree attainment. Throughout the conference, [...]

Meet the Business Lenders

Small Business Development Program will host the 7th annual Meet the Lender loan fair for businesses on August 5, 2010 from 3 PM to 7 PM at Palmer events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd at no cost for admission and free parking available at the garage.  Businesses will have the opportunity to learn the steps [...]

Fourth of July events around Austin

Not sure what to do to celebrate America’s 234th birthday?  Below is a list of events happening in and around Austin this July 4th weekend, fireworks included. Fri July 02 Carlos’n Charlie’s Fireworks (Emerald Point Marina, 5973 Hiline Rd) The infamous bar and grill on Lake Travis will have fireworks on July 2 and July [...]

Austin Celebrates World Refugee Day

Austin residents are invited to join in the celebration of the United Nations World Refugee Day at the Bob Bullock State History Museum, 1800 N Congress Ave, this Saturday to learn more about the international refugee community in Austin. This year’s celebration coincides with the 30th Anniversary of the Refugee Act of 1980, landmark legislation [...]