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Girls Night at the Gallery

Get culture, gems, and buzzed all in one place: what could be a better girls night than that?! Art on 5th is hosting a new series of female-focused events, held once a month at its new The Art of Jewelry, a boutique exhibit thing featuring artistically-crafted jewelry designs of artisans from Austin and across the…

Why so much bacon?

Bacon has been all over the media lately and is popping up in some crazy places. I don’t pretend to understand the trend, but I can tell you where to find free-range bacon! Pederson’s Farms, from Hamilton, Texas, makes excellent hickory smoked uncured bacon that’s sold at Wheatsville (nice new expansion, btw), Whole Foods, and…

Thursday: Spas + Jewels + new bars

As usual, Thursday night is packed with stuff. Don’t let the cold, dreary rain keep you from partying! This particular Thursday is the last before the SXSW madness strikes, but Cuatro’s is getting in on the fun early with some sort of college party, see my spreadsheet (tab: SXSW 2009) for more details. As far…

Fashion Genius for Fashion Week

I know I pimp the heck out of Dogeared, but I really just love them. And while we’re not going to be trekking around in the snow running from tent to tent at any Fashion Week any time soon, I really love this updated fanny pack (call it what it is!), a hipster bag with…

Dogeared jewelry – FREE ring!

So I’m kind of obsessed with Dogeared jewelry. It’s so little and dainty and cute but simultaneously awesome and outdoorsy and nature-chick and happy. Basically, it fits anyone’s needs. And beyond that, last year they offered a free necklace with any purchase, and now they’re offering a free ring for your to Ring in the…

Let’s talk accessories …

Since life has apparently shut down excepting New Year’s Eve promotions, I have to find something else to blog about. So I’m thinking about accessories. Mainly because I a) don’t have any to go with my stunning vintage dress that I will wear on said NYE, and b) I’m thinking of cute things to get…

Brrrrr! Let Thursday Events Warm You Up!

As usual, Thursday night is busy this time of year! A smattering of the offerings: Do512 Holiday Campfire ‘Tis the season for holiday festivities, and Do512 is lighting up the campfire to roast marshmallows and enjoy private performances by The Lemurs and Via Audio. There will be s’mores, eggnog, and plenty of adult beverages. It’s…

I quote: “Free drinks and art viewing”

So said a friend of mine. About one of these events, but I can’t remember which. He had no idea Wednesday is the new Thursday this week and it is jam-packed with events. Wednesday Post-Work Agenda: 1) SHOP Join Austin designer Linda Asaf as she hosts her 4th Annual Austin Designer Sample Sale. Head to…

Settlement Home Garage Sale

Tonight we went to the preview party of the Settlement Home Garage Sale. My parents have been going for something ridiculous like 18 years, my brother and I have been going for at least six. This year, we brought friends and everyone scored some awesome deals. The bro and I bought five dining room chairs…

Mix Master Mike & lots of free drinks

Mix Master Mike, the Beastie Boys’ resident turntablist, is considered to be one of the best DJs in the industry, having won multiple DMC World Championships. As part of the Bacardi Live Tour, his show at La Zona Rosa is totally free with RSVP, Bacardi will be there serving delicious (free?!) adult beverages, and you…