The festival features panels, screenings, and lots of celebrities. | Photo by Michelle Maurin
There’s nothing quite like seeing the Capital City mentioned on TV — new seasons of “The White Lotus” and “The Last of Us” feature characters from Austin — but the stars show up in person at ATX TV Festival.
From Thursday, May 29 through Sunday, June 1, Season 14 of the ATX TV Festival will host industry professionals such as Jon Hamm, Seth Meyers, Christine Baranski, and Mike Judge.
Caitlin McFarland and Emily Gibson were longtime friends before starting ATX TV Festival in 2011.
Photo by Maggie Boyd
Thursday, May 29
“Andor” Panel | 3:30 p.m. | 800 Congress | Listen in on a conversation between executive producer Tony Gilroy and writer Beau Willimon about the creation of this “Star Wars” extended universe.
Friday, May 30
“King of the Hill” Revival Sneak Peek | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | Ho yeah. Reunite with the beloved characters of Arlen, Texas, after a 15-year hiatus from the small screen.
Saturday, May 31
“Mad Men” Revisited with Jon Hamm & John Slattery | 6:15 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | Hear from the actors behind Don Draper and Roger Sterling about the show’s cultural impact even 10 years off the air.
Weeding Wednesday | 9-11 a.m. | Kingsbury Commons | Free with RSVP | Get your hands dirty and help beautify Pease District Park at this volunteer event.
Thursday, May 29
Mileypalooza | 9 p.m. | The Volstead Lounge | Cost of purchase | It’s all Miley, all night on the dance floor to celebrate the release of “Something Beautiful” with DJ Ed West.
Friday, May 30
Taylor Tomlinson | Friday, May 30-Saturday, May 31 | Times vary | ACL Live at The Moody Theater | $59+ | Join this comedian on “The Save Me” tour on the heels of being inducted into “Forbes 30 Under 30.”
Saturday, May 31
Game Night | 5-7 p.m. | Jo’s Coffee - South Austin | Cost of purchase | Enjoy half-off chips and salsa, queso, or frozen lemonade while you play free board games.
Sunday, June 1
Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park | 7:30 p.m. | The Long Center | Free | Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to watch the Austin Symphony Orchestra perform against the backdrop of the Downtown skyline.
Experience the magical show on stage at Zach Theater. | Photo by AxelB Photography
With an original score by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), “Waitress” is a heartfelt musical about finding the courage to create a life that’s truly sweet.
Jenna, a small-town waitress and gifted pie maker, is stuck in a loveless marriage. When a baking contest and a charming doctor shake up her plans, she finds strength with help from her quirky coworkers and loyal customers.
See the show on stage from Wednesday, June 11 to Sunday, July 13 at Zach Theater.
LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue is the second-best barbecue restaurant in the Lone Star State, according to Texas Monthly. InterStellar BBQ ranked sixth on the magazine’s list, and a host of other local pits — KG BBQ, Franklin Barbecue, and Stiles Switch — all made the top 50.
Closing
Red Bud Icehouse will crack its last cold ones on Sunday, June 1. The east Austin hangout and burger restaurant announced its closure on Instagram, promising discounted bites and drinks on its final day.
Sports
The Longhorn baseball team is the No. 2 seed heading into the NCAA baseball tournament. Texas will host a regional tournament this Friday, May 30 to help determine the fate of the The Men’s College World Series in June. (KXAN)
Community
The Zilker Eagle is closed until further notice due to damage on the tracks, as reported on Instagram. The train operators said it appears a car ran over the tracks, and repairs are expected to cost thousands of dollars.
Number
9,000. That’s roughly how many Austin Energy customers lost power on Monday evening during thunderstorms. Nearly all of the outages were restored the next morning, and most areas in Austin got between one and two inches of rain. (KVUE)
Outdoors
Barton Springs Pool will close an hour earlier than usual starting on Sunday, June 1. The new hours are 5 a.m.-9 p.m. every day except Thursdays, when it is closed for cleaning. (KXAN)
Listen
Alejandro Osuna made his MLB debut with the Texas Rangers over the weekend. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Rangers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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💫 Look to the stars
The Littlefield Fountain is a World War I memorial monument that mark’s UT’s South Mall. | Photo by @atxweatherman
Your newest horoscope is here and this time it’s predicting a trip to one of Austin’s famous landmarks.
Today, your zodiac is not just written in the stars, it’s also written on the streets of town. Don’t forget to check your sun, moon, and rising signs for a fully rounded, tourable horoscope.
Gemini:The Driskill | May 20-June 21
It takes two — or just one Gemini — to appreciate the both the historical significance and present-day cultural relevance of the oldest operating hotel in Austin.
Cancer:Barton Springs Pool | June 21-July 22
For the Cancer searching for a home away from home, look no further than Barton Springs Pool, one of the “crown jewels” of Austin that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.
Leo:Littlefield Fountain | July 22-August 22
Like the dazzling Leo, the Littlefield Fountain is used to being the center of attention, and always looks great in photos.
This digital measuring spoon. Perfect for baking or any time you need a precise measurement, it features a battery-operated scale with multi-unit measuring.
I’m a massive “King of the Hill” fan, so you can bet I’ll be in line to preview the show’s reboot. Bobby is my favorite character, so if any readers happen to know his voice actor, Pamela Adlon, tell her I also loved “Better Things.”
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