http://www.austinbloggers.org/ Articles about Austin, blogged by our members. en-us webmaster@austinbloggers.org Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:37:31 GMT http://www.austinbloggers.org/graphics/abbadge.png http://www.austinbloggers.org/ 88 33 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GameWriter/~3/1ariiwuZhtc/ I was fortunate enough (and yes, willing enough to wait in line for 45 minutes in the 100 degree heat)... (via game writer central) entry:11987@austinbloggers.org http://thataustingirl.blogspot.com/2009/07/blogger-meet-up.html Austin bloggers, would you be interested in this? If 'yes,' come tell me. (via Austin Eavesdropper) entry:11986@austinbloggers.org entry:11985@austinbloggers.org entry:11984@austinbloggers.org entry:11983@austinbloggers.org http://www.lifeofjustin.com/texas-shaped-pool-2652/ The Texas shaped pool at Riverside Place is going by the wayside. It's being filled in as we speak. (via Justin Wright) entry:11982@austinbloggers.org http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TacoJournalism/~3/KySiue6_SiU/rio-grande.html I would not say I'm a fan of the recent expensive taco explosion that is currently gripping our fair city.... (via Taco Journalism) entry:11981@austinbloggers.org http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TacoJournalism/~3/qQ4RO8DrP7o/mi-casita.html Mi Casita does not get high marks across the board, but I think the fajita and al pastor tacos (at... (via Taco Journalism) entry:11980@austinbloggers.org http://birdingonbroadmeade.blogspot.com/2009/06/summer-flycatchers-part-2.html Covers 2 more flycatcher species that can be found in our neighborhood during the summer (via Birding on Broadmeade) entry:11979@austinbloggers.org http://www.twogroove.com/blog/2009/07/02/future-fest-one-more-set-of-pictures/ Here are the last of my pictures from Future Fest, a massive rave last weekend in Austin. This set shows... (via TwoGroove: Musical Musings) entry:11978@austinbloggers.org entry:11977@austinbloggers.org http://thataustingirl.blogspot.com/2009/07/food-eek.html Food, Inc. came to Austin this week! Watch the trailer, and tell us how YOU stick to your food principles...if... (via Austin Eavesdropper) entry:11976@austinbloggers.org entry:11975@austinbloggers.org http://www.slackerwood.com/node/441 An early edition, since several new movies open today. Also, "Afghan Star" tonight! (via Slackerwood) entry:11974@austinbloggers.org entry:11973@austinbloggers.org http://www.twogroove.com/blog/2009/06/30/the-cast-of-future-fest-pictures-from-the-rave-2/ Here?s an assortment of pictures of Future Fest attendees. Recognize anyone? (via TwoGroove: Musical Musings) entry:11972@austinbloggers.org http://www.wetwired.org/2009/06/30/austin-toll-130-plane-cessna-landed-this-morning/ Yeah that?s right, a Cessna landed on 130 today. (via Wetwired: Austin Texas Blog) entry:11971@austinbloggers.org http://www.twogroove.com/blog/2009/06/29/hms-foolhardy-to-release-ep-at-mohawk-on-july-2/ Be sure to check out TwoGroove Artist HMS Foolhardy at their EP release party at Mohawk on July 2. Here?s... (via TwoGroove: Musical Musings) entry:11970@austinbloggers.org http://www.ericbramlett.com/foreclosures-short-sales-in-austin/ The number of foreclosures & short sales by area and the % of total listings in each area that they... (via Austin Real Estate) entry:11969@austinbloggers.org http://meanrachel.blogspot.com/2009/06/brad-womack-didnt-buy-mother-eagans.html West Sixth Street is seeing more changes lately than funeral homes are seeing celebrities (what, too soon?). This weekend marked... (via MeanRachel) entry:11968@austinbloggers.org http://www.slackerwood.com/node/442 News about Fantastic Fest, AFF deadlines, the "fake Alamo" ranch, and other exciting stuff. (via Slackerwood) entry:11967@austinbloggers.org http://downtownaustin.wordpress.com/2009/06/26/foreclosures-in-downtown-austin-fact-fallacy-and-analysis/ Since January 1st, 2009 there have been five recorded foreclosure sales. (via Downtown Austin Blog) entry:11966@austinbloggers.org http://thataustingirl.blogspot.com/2009/06/keep-these-in-mind-posters-by-jay-b.html Jay B Sauceda recently showed me a "Keep These in Mind" poster series he printed recently, versed with childlike, school-themed... (via Austin Eavesdropper) entry:11965@austinbloggers.org http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GameWriter/~3/KmtJohrv7s4/ My friend Nicol and I were watching TV half-heartedly and we saw one of those Grande commercials advertising some accelerated... (via game writer central) entry:11964@austinbloggers.org http://www.examiner.com/x-13722-Austin-Live-Music-Examiner~y2009m6d28-Show-Report-Future-Fest-packs-Expo-Center-with-colorful-characters?cid=exrss-Austin-Live-Music-Examiner From 8pm until 6am June 27-28, Massive Intent hosted Future Fest: a huge electronic playground for ravers and DJs alike.... (via Austin Live Music Examiner) entry:11963@austinbloggers.org http://www.escapesomewhere.com/austinblog/2009/06/austin-real-estate-market-stats-may-09.html The fact that we are down 19% from May 08 doesn't fit my definition of the market having "recovered". (via Late Night Austin Real Estate Observations) entry:11962@austinbloggers.org entry:11961@austinbloggers.org http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-12559-Austin-Ethnic-Communities-Examiner~y2009m6d26-Preserving-indigenous-cultures A brief article about the Coahuiltican cultures of Texas and effort to preserve them. Lists an Austin event sponsored by... (via Austin Ethnic Communities Examiner) entry:11960@austinbloggers.org http://www.slackerwood.com/node/437 Moviegoing choices include "Food, Inc.," the doc "Afghan Star," the Colette adaptation "Cheri" and that Michael Bay thingy. (via Slackerwood) entry:11959@austinbloggers.org http://www.twogroove.com/blog/2009/06/26/josh-weathers-and-the-true-endeavors-at-momos/ Fort Worth blues rock band Josh Weathers and the True Endeavors played Momo?s last Saturday; you probably missed it. I... (via TwoGroove: Musical Musings) entry:11958@austinbloggers.org http://www.slackerwood.com/node/436 Check out our list of people and groups sharing info and chatting about Austin film-related topics and events. (via Slackerwood) entry:11957@austinbloggers.org http://www.examiner.com/x-10963-Austin-Indie-Music-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Oak-is-Keeping-on-verge-of-having-song-in-MLB-2010-video-game?cid=exrss-Austin-Indie-Music-Examiner Austin-based rockers Oak is Keeping made it to the final round of the MLB 2K10 contest on Spin.com. The winning... (via Austin Indie Music Examiner) entry:11956@austinbloggers.org http://thataustingirl.blogspot.com/2009/06/micro-economy-of-art-monofonus-press.html As with many renovated warehouses on Austin's east side, you never know which mysterious-looking building contains something magical inside. Sure,... (via Austin Eavesdropper) entry:11955@austinbloggers.org http://gritsforbreakfast.blogspot.com/2009/06/time-for-da-to-eat-crow-on-yogurt-shop.html Defendants are released while DA hunts for 'unindicted co-ejaculator' (via Grits for Breakfast) entry:11954@austinbloggers.org http://ptvolunteering.wordpress.com/2009/06/23/texas-swing-2009-wrap-up-spotlight-on-volunteer-kristina-arce/ When I was about ten or so my family found out that my step brother, Warren, had AIDS. It came... (via Volunteering at Project Transitions) entry:11953@austinbloggers.org http://www.twogroove.com/blog/2009/06/23/austin-police-union-officials-whine-about-spending-money-on-music/ Ok, over at Examiner I had to play nice. Here, I say what I want. The summary for the tl;dr... (via TwoGroove: Musical Musings) entry:11952@austinbloggers.org http://sweeteskitchen.blogspot.com/2009/05/ranch-616.html According to Kevin Williamson, one of the owner/chefs, the concept behind Ranch 616 is a "South Texas Ice House". (via Sweet E's Kitchen) entry:11951@austinbloggers.org http://thataustingirl.blogspot.com/2009/06/austinites-are-brilliant-better-than.html Introducing a social networking site for bands looking for free places to stay on tour. Created by two Austinites! (via Austin Eavesdropper) entry:11950@austinbloggers.org http://birdingonbroadmeade.blogspot.com/2009/06/summer-flycatchers-part-1.html In the neighborhood right now we have 4 species of breeding flycatchers. The 2 easiest to find are Western Kingbirds... (via Birding on Broadmeade) entry:11949@austinbloggers.org http://www.slackerwood.com/node/425 Any excuse to post a Danny Trejo photo; plus a Linklater letter, AFI Dallas news, and 'Troll 2' online. (via Slackerwood) entry:11948@austinbloggers.org http://thataustingirl.blogspot.com/2009/06/music-monday-jenny-lewis-and-heartless_22.html Oooh how I love Heartless Bastards, and Erika Wennerstrom's weird, wonderful voice. They'll be playing at Stubbs tonight, opening for... (via Austin Eavesdropper) entry:11947@austinbloggers.org http://www.twogroove.com/blog/2009/06/22/austin-surf-sesh-scorpion-child-and-bikini-contest-part-3/ Here are some more pictures from Austin Surf Sesh. This time we feature Scorpion Child, who went on right before... (via TwoGroove: Musical Musings) entry:11946@austinbloggers.org http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-12559-Austin-Ethnic-Communities-Examiner~y2009m6d19-Dancing-the-Zeimbekiko Have you ever seen a grown man dance with a table in his mouth? (via Austin Ethnic Communities Examiner) entry:11945@austinbloggers.org http://www.twogroove.com/blog/2009/06/21/insite-night-at-the-belmont/ On Saturday night, The Belmont hosted the latest INsite night featuring music from Kalu James, Love at War and The... (via TwoGroove: Musical Musings) entry:11944@austinbloggers.org http://gamewriter.videogamewriter.com/pop-culture/acl-tv/ Like a backyard concert, listening to an amped-up performance from a musical act of national or international stature. (via game writer central) entry:11943@austinbloggers.org http://www.nmlab.com/blog/austin-we-have-a-problem/ When five Austin social media and/or technology events happen simultaneously like last night, how do you choose? (via New Media Lab Blog) entry:11942@austinbloggers.org