Going with the Flo

From Niche to National Words by Sam Lauron Photos by Shelby Bella Founded in 2006 by brothers, Mark and Martin Floreani, FloSports was born out of a personal desire to see more coverage of nontraditional sports. It was this desire that drove FloSports to become the innovator in sports media. As track and wrestling athletes,...

April/May 2019 Art + Entertainment

Spring 2019 Gift Guide

Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations, and weddings are quickly approaching and our amazing local shops are committed to making your shopping experience a smooth and enjoyable one. Here are a handful of fantastic finds. LIVE A GREAT STORY$8-$28Use promo code “eastATX” for 20% off stickers, flags, shirts and more.liveagreatstory.com Roux Saint James Botanical Perfumery$28-851023 Springdale...

April/May 2019 Special Promotion

6 Best {Fun Runs}

Not Your Typical Race Words by Alison Bryce Photo courtesy of Color Run Traditional 5K’s can be lackluster for non-runners which is why more unique races are on the rise. These 6 best fun runs are designed to get participants moving through extraordinary obstacles. Color RunAprilColor Run aims to create a less stressful environment while...

6 Best April/May 2019

Bring crickets to dinner tables

A local cricket farm is making the idea of cricket flour normal in the city that keeps things weird. Words by Mallory Lehenbauer Photos Courtesy of Aspire Just ten minutes from the airport, Aspire and Austin brand, Exo, are on a mission to bring crickets to dinner tables in an effort to create a more...

April/May 2019 Local + Native Knowledge Sip+Taste

Serving Happiness

A colorful approach to healthy eating Words by Sam Lauron Photos by Shelby Bella At Nancy’s Sky Garden, freshness abounds through vivid plates of food, refreshing greenery throughout the restaurant, and the bright demeanor of Nancy herself. Should one be lucky enough to run into her, a meal at Nancy’s promises a healthy serving of...

April/May 2019 Sip+Taste

A Colorful Narrative

Capturing history in a mural Words and Photos by Alison Bryce A new mural embracing the diversity of the East Austin community is being created on the east wing of Blackshear Elementary Fine Arts Academy. The mural is an extension of a larger project that started in 2016 when Blackshear PTA and Blackshear Bridge renamed...

Art + Entertainment Black History Month

Fitness Issue {April/May 2019}

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Planting the seeds for your child’s success

Upon entering The Rise School of Austin, you are greeted by a beautiful mural of a sprawling tree with flying doves displaying the quote, “There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to leave our children… one is roots and the other is wings.” Established in 2003, the mission of Rise is to provide...

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April & May Calendar

Our Event Picks for April & May Words by Alison Bryce Lonestar Round Up April 12-13 The 18th annual Lonestar Round Up will feature miles of vintage vehicles and custom cars driven into Austin from around the country. This festival brings together cars, history, art, culture, and music that the whole family can enjoy. Admission is...

April/May 2019 Art + Entertainment Go+Do

A Weekend in {Washington}

Columbia River Gorge Words by Jessi Devenyns Photos by Andrea Johnson Despite its reputation as a drizzly corner of the country, the Pacific Northwest hides a secret: the Columbia Gorge. Straddling the Columbia River in both Washington and Oregon, the Columbia Gorge boasts gorgeous landscapes along with one of the best wine- producing regions in the...

April/May 2019 Far Home+Away Travel