Ways to Spend Thanksgiving if You’re Staying in Austin

There are those who don’t always have the chance to go back home for Thanksgiving. Fortunately, if you are one of the students staying on campus this break, here is a list of ways to spend Thanksgiving day in Austin.

ATXORANGE MagazineNovember 28, 2019Sarah Ponder, thanksgiving, Austin, things to do, fall, Black Friday, Turkey Trot, friendsgiving, Volstead Lounge, Hotel Vegas, shoppingComment

The Monster that Lurks at Night: UT Students Present The Creek Monster Habitat

This year students from UT Austin’s Texas Applied Arts partnered with Waterloo Conservancy to create an interactive and “multi-sensory experience” for Austin’s light installation show at Waller Creek.

“Remember the past to carry on for our future”: Reflecting on the 28th Annual Austin Powwow

Held annually, the Austin Powwow has remained one of the largest single-day celebrations in the country. This month, the Great Promise for American Indians conducted the 28th Annual Austin Powwow and American Indian Heritage Festival.

ATXORANGE MagazineNovember 8, 2019Sarah Ponder, Austin Powwow, American Indian Heritage Festival, Native AmericanComment

Cuts for A Cause: Cut-A-Thon and Benefit for Cheer Up Charlies’ Maggie Lea

On Sunday, Oct. 13, Austin’s local spot for drinks and live music, Cheer Up Charlies hosted a fundraising event in support of its co-owner Maggie Lea, who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer .

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“True Love Will Find You In the End”: Saying goodbye to Daniel Johnston

In September 2019, Austin lost it’s very own Daniel Johnston, a singer-songwriter and visual artist behind the iconic “Hi, How Are You” mural. At the age of 58, Johnston passed away in his sleep while dealing with health issues close family said.