Kristy Owen's (kristyowen) Blog

Looking for a laugh tonight to make it through Hump Day, then venture out to see The Flaming Idiots at The ZACH Theatre. The ZACH Theatre was founded in 1932 and is one of the most vibrant, unique, and culturally innovative theatres' in Austin. You do not even have to be one that appreciates the ...

This might be the most fun you can have on a Tuesday night for $5.00. BYOB, Bingo, and a chance to win some cold, hard cash.. .what more could one ask for on a Tuesday night or any night except Mondays.  Needless to say, B12 Bingo is well worth the price of admission.   $5.00 will get you 18 Bin...

We are over 50 days into the new decade so here is an update of where we are on the journey to 365 Days! 1. Mozart's Coffee2. See Bob Schneider3. Cap City Comedy Club4. Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trails5. Bridal Extravaganza6. Austin Segway Tour7. Visit University of Texas Co-Op8. IMAX Theater ...

How about team USA, what a good game.  In honor of the Olympics I thought I would do something for all of you who want to test out your skills on ice, Chaparral Ice. We all like free and they offer FREE "try me" classes. You can take a free 30 minute introductory class for skating or a FREE Hocke...

In light of all the news surrounding the city recently I figured today, now that the clouds have parted I would blog on something simple, something that reminds us of what this city is all about and all the little things that it has to offer. . . Pease Park. It central located just south west of ...

Every, well most every Saturday at noon you can take a FREE tour of Austin's Own Live Oak Brewery, yes free beer included. Tours start at noon, last about an hour, all you need to do is show up with your photo ID, pre register on their website and the fun begins. WARNING: you need to pre register...

Looking for a new Trendy Place in town to kick off this Friday Night, try Frank Downtown for hot dogs and cold beer. They have signature bacon infused whiskey, what more do I need to say, that alone makes my mouth water. Frank has recently become known around town for their killer take on hot dog...

Get ready for a handshake from the owner when you walk through the door of Juan In A Million, the warm welcome is a basically a trademark of the is East Austin Favorite. This is another list item that I am saying must occur for one to call themselves a true Austinite. I could go on about all the ...

With all the recent news surrounding the renowned Cactus Café I felt that it was only appropriate suggest that you take advantage of it while you still can. The Cactus Café is one of Austin's famous acoustic music venues location on the University of Texas campus and has been party of Austin cult...

Happy Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras. . .After some confusion this morning - I am going with what I originally was going to post about Evangeline Café. Having never been I hesitated but none the less I have heard nothing but raving reviews about this place, my roommate and her boyfriend are huge supp...