🎥 Opening week highlights

• “Casablanca” + “Top Hat” | Friday, May 24 | 7 p.m. + 9:15 p.m. | Of all the movie joints in all the towns. The series will open with a 35mm double-feature of the 1942 Humphrey Bogart + Ingrid Bergman classic followed by the 1935 Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers musical comedy. Truly classic.
• Robert Rodriguez + Alexis Bledel Q&A | Saturday, May 25 | 5 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. | A star unveiling ceremony will be held on the Avenue of Paramount Stars for the Texas filmmaker, followed by a “Sin City” screening and Q&A with Bledel, famous for “Gilmore Girls.” RSVP.
• “Star Wars: A New Hope” | Sunday, May 26 | 3 p.m. | Watch the 1977 classic light(saber) up the screen as part of the Family Film Series. Pro tip: Snag discounted tickets for kids age 12 and under.
• Goblin | Monday, May 27 | 7 p.m. | The Italian progressive rock band will perform the live score from George A. Romero’s “Dawn of the Dead.”

🎟️ More hot tickets

• “This is Spinal Tap” | Tuesday, June 4 | 7:30 p.m. | It’s the 40th anniversary of the Rob Reiner comedy — have a good time.
• “Dirty Dancing” + “Footloose” | Friday, July 5 | 7 p.m. + 9 p.m. | Nobody puts Baby in a corner — in fact, you’re going to want to get out of your seat and dance during this toe-tapping double-feature.

• Snake Identification & Safety | Monday, May 20 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Rd., Austin | Free | Learn how to identify those slithery serpents in your backyard with the experts.
• Blue Monday with Soul Man Sam plus Lindsey Beaver + Brad Stivers | Monday, May 20 | 8 p.m. | Antone’s Nightclub, 305 E. 5th St., Austin | $10 | Shake off the Monday blues with tunes by this Memphis native and Austin-based performer.

• $10 Martini Tuesdays | Tuesday, May 21 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Hestia Bar, 607 W. 3rd St., Austin | Cost of purchase | The new, upscale bar will launch this weekly special featuring its Hestia Martini made with Tanqueray gin + smoked blue cheese-stuffed Castelvetrano olives.
• Sahara Smith + Kelsi Creek | Tuesday, May 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Meanwhile Brewing Co., 3901 Promontory Point Dr., Austin | Free | The Austin natives — both known for their folk rock singer-songwriter sounds — headline this all-ages show.
• Ladies Night Comedy Showcase | Tuesday, May 21 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Shakespeare’s, 314 E. 6th St., Austin | $5-$10 | Laugh with some of the best in the local comedy scene at this all-women standup show.

• “Uncut Gems” | Wednesday, May 22 | 5 p.m. | Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin | $15 | Watch the Adam Sandler + Safdie Brothers thriller in IMAX for the first time, with seven minutes of bonus content.

• In a 9-2 vote, Austin City Council approved Phase II of the HOME Initiative, which will reduce the minimum size of a single-family lot from 5,750 sqft to 1,800 sqft. The initiative is geared toward alleviating Austin’s housing shortage and increasing affordability, but it doesn’t require any change from current homeowners. (Austin American-Statesman)

• It’s almost time for Texas voters to choose the final candidates who will appear on November’s ballot. Here’s everything you need to know about the primary runoff elections before Election Day on Tuesday, May 28. (KXAN)

• Everything’s bigger in Texas, even our suburbs. For the third year in a row, Georgetown is the fastest-growing city with a population greater than 50,000 in the US — and Kyle took the No. 2 spot. Leander, Conroe, and New Braunfels also made the top 10. (KXAN)

• A new four-story hotel may be coming to west Austin near Pennybacker Bridge and Bull Creek. Currently called the Champion Commercial Development, plans include 114 rooms and a 4,900-sqft restaurant. (Austin Business Journal)

• Just over 700. That’s how many people named Kyle gathered in Kyle, Texas over the weekend during an attempt to break the world record for the most Kyles united in one place. The group didn’t break the record, but Kyles from all walks of life enjoyed themselves. (KVUE)

• What do Zeds Ice Cream, Sour Duck Market, Love Supreme, and Nixta Taqueria all have in common? Each eatery is adorned with Abraham Mong‘s signage — a local artist who makes Austin businesses glow (literally). (Austin Monthly)

• Austin ISD teachers and students are finding their zen by integrating yoga into the classroom. The Breathe For Change program is meant to improve student behavior and encourage teachers to take care of their mental health. (KVUE)

• Arlo Grey at the LINE continues to host a “Top Chef” Watch Party + dinner every Wednesday through June 19 in support of Chef Kristen Kish’s TV hosting gig. The evening includes a three-course meal and a signed menu from the chef to take home. Tickets are $99.

• The 10th Annual Ney Dey celebration will offer attendees a first look at the Elisabet Ney Museum’s new landscape plan. Head to the Hyde Park gem for artist-led activities, performances by award-winning musicians, and food vendors at 12-4 p.m. on Saturday, May 25.

• The Austin Asian American Film Festival (AAAFF) will return for its 16th season Wednesday, June 26-Sunday, June 30 to showcase work by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander filmmakers. Badges are on sale, starting at $140, and include access to all screenings + special events.

• During the Cowboys’ Tuesday, June 4 mini camp, fans should keep an eye on these underrated players: Kavontae Turpin, Chauncey Golston, and Israel Mukuamu. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

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