Comfort Food: Contemporary Folk Art
May 1 - Jul 18, 2009
The Gallery at Amplify
2608 Brockton Dr.
Austin,
TX 78758
(512) 795-8454
Featuring Robbin Robertson Polter and Terrell Powell
Exhibit runs 4/20/09 through 7/18/09
Reception and artist Talk 5/1/09 5p-7p
The Doyle and Debbie Show is sublime parody, simultaneously lampooning and idolizing country music's tradition of iconic duos and their subsequent battle of the sexes. Bruce Arntson and Jenny Littleton wield the vocals of vintage country stars and the acting chops of Broadway veterans, taking audiences on a freewheeling joyride through a wickedly funny script and slew of equally hilarious original songs. Over the past two years, Doyle and Debbie have developed a rabid cult following in Nashville, many of whom have seen the show over a dozen times?everyone from theater-going professionals to college students who wouldn't be caught dead in a theater or a country bar.
" ...brilliantly tacky tribute to Music City."
~ The City Paper
"...hilarious piece of low-brow inspiration turned into high entertainment."
~ Nashville Scene
All show times:
June 4 at 7pm; June 5 at 8pm; June 6 at 5pm and 9pm; June 7 at 3pm and 7pm; July 9?10 at 8pm; July 11 at 5pm and 9pm; July 12 at 3pm and 7pm; July 16?17 at 8pm; July 18 at 5pm and 9pm; July 19 at 3pm and 7pm
Get thee to a nunnery with the hit musical comedy celebrating its 25th anniversary and filled with so much sisterly love and good cheer that it has had audiences around the world rolling in the aisles. The little Sisters of Hoboken have a problem: how to bury fifty-two sisters accidentally poisoned by their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God. It?s time for a fund-raising talent show, and the nuns are the talent?well, sort of. An award-winning, laugh out loud show filled with songs, surprises, and good old fashioned fun that are a sure pleaser for the entire family. Bottom line ? its heavenly fun! June 11 ? July 5. Thurs. ? Sat. at 8:00 and Sun. 5:30. No show July 3 and 4. Additional shows on July 1 and 5. For reservations, call 512-524-2870 or e-mail info@citytheatreaustin.org. Tickets $20, Two for $35, Seniors $18, Students $12, Kids 10 and under $10, Thursday all seats $15. Group discounts available.
Don?t bother with a babysitter; parents can have a relaxed gourmet dinner at SWB with spectacular views of Lady Bird Lake and downtown, while the Hyatt Regency Austin entertains the kids for free with a hit children?s film and popcorn at 6:30 p.m. every Friday this June and July with the Summer Cinema Series. Come early, and the family can take a walk by the lake. The film, popcorn and parking are complimentary for SWB diners.
SWB offers unique dishes featuring select seasonal, local and organic items. Entrees include smoked local game hen with fried sweet potatoes, southwestern succotash, and tomatillo sauce, as well as pork chop with lentil, jicama and blue cheese salad, chayote squash and slow-roasted pear relish.
For restaurant reservations, please call the concierge desk at 512.477.1234.
A kid-friendly movie room by SWB includes bear rugs, bean bag chairs, and free popcorn. The Summer Cinema film schedule is: June 12: Bolt; June 19: Bedtime Stories; June 26: Kung Fu Panda; July 3: Madagascar 2; July 10: The Tale of Despereaux; July 17: Hotel for Dogs; July 24: Coraline; July 31: Igor.
Heather McClellan
Saturday, Jul 4th 2009
Marker 10 at Hyatt Regency Austin
208 Barton Springs Rd.
Austin Austin Sugar Land,
TX 78704
(512) 477-1234
The Hyatt Regency Austin, the Texas Watermelon Association, the Texas Pork Association and Go Texan will partner to host the first-ever Slice of Texas watermelon and pork promotion July 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. on the back patio of the Hyatt?s Marker 10 bar and lounge. While en route to the fireworks display, stop at Marker 10 on the Lady Bird Lake trail and enjoy free watermelon slices as well as special menu items on the patio: fresh watermelon martinis, Texas pulled pork sandwiches with an arugula watermelon salad and refreshing watermelon skewers drizzled in local honey and aged balsamic vinegar will all be prepared by Hyatt Regency Austin?s SWB and Marker 10 chefs.
Event will be held on mile marker 10 of the hike and bike trail, between South First and South Congress.
Emmy Award-winning comedienne Kathy Griffin returns to Austin for one night only with at concert at The Long Center on July 9th. The star of Bravo's Emmy-Award winning series Kathy Griffin: My Life On The D-List, Griffin performs at 8p.m. in the Dell Hall.
Famous for her self-deprecating humor and lampooning of celebrity culture, Griffin is her known for her four-year stint on the NBC sitcom Suddenly Susan as Vickie Groener, Brooke Shields' acerbic colleague. In August 2005, Kathy Griffin: My Life On The D-List debuted on Bravo to rave reviews.
The second season of Kathy Griffin: My Life On The D-List was nominated for an Emmy for ?Outstanding Reality Program.? The third season, which premiered June 5 2007, won Griffin her first Emmy for ?Outstanding Reality Program.?
Griffin?s HBO stand up comedy specials are legendary, and she has has performed three very successful stand-up specials for Bravo TV. Her live shows continue to break records, and Griffin?s Austin performance last year sold out far in advance.
Tickets are $59 to $89, and are available at the 3M Box Office at the Long Center, by calling (512) 474-LONG (5664) or online at www.TheLongCenter.org.
The Austin premier and winner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for drama, David Lindsay-Abaire?s critically acclaimed play about loss, heartbreak and forgiveness. Becca and Howie have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down. This masterpiece is an honest look at domestic tragedy and the healing power of love, laughter, and life affirming testament to the endurance of the human spirit. Part of Summer Acts! Austin. July 10 ? 19. FR10@9, SA11@4, SU12@2, WE15@7, SA18@2, SU19@6. For reservations, call 352-871-8224 or e-mail info@citytheatreaustin.org. www.citytheatreaustin.org
Austin,Texas favorite one day show for collectors and dealers to buy,sell or trade vintage to modern sports collectibles
Austin,Texas favorite one day show for collectors and dealers to buy,sell,or trade vintage to modern comic books and related collectibles
Meet the Lender 2009 - Business Loan Fair
The City of Austin Small Business Development Program is hosting the 6th annual Meet the Lender Business Loan Fair. This is an opportunity to meet, network, and learn from area lenders about the loan process for your small business. Whether starting out or looking to expand your existing business, Meet the Lender is a great opportunity for you! Business Start-up Orientations will be offered at 3:30pm and 5:15pm. Registration is not required, but it is encouraged.
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fee: Free!
The American Cheese Society?s (ACS) annual Festival of Cheese promises to produce the most fragrant ballroom in town when
it comes to the Hilton Austin August 8.
With more than 1,100 cheeses from more than 30 states and Canada available for sampling, the Festival is a cheese lover?s fantasy.
Cow?s milk Cheddars and goat?s milk Bries, ch?vres and triple-creams, stinky washed-rind cheeses and blue-veined cheeses?all from
the nation?s finest cheesemakers?will vie for attention at the Festival, the gala culmination of the ACS annual four-day conference.
The evening also showcases vendors of complementary products such as crackers, breads, spreads, beer and wine. The public may
purchase tickets to the Festival online at www.cheesesociety.org or by calling 502-574-9950. Tickets are $75 and attendance is
limited. The Festival will take place in the Governor?s Ballroom from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Hilton Austin is located at 500 East
Fourth Street in Austin.
Bargain-loving cheese fans won?t want to miss the following day?s Cheese Sale on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Salon B of
the Hilton, giving conference attendees and locals the opportunity to buy artisan cheeses at head-turning prices. All proceeds
from the sale benefit the ACS Scholarship Fund.
