Improv Zero: Free Intro to Improv Class
Interested in taking an improv class? Want to test drive it first? Head out to The New Movement 6:30 to 7:30pm this Thursday for a FREE Improv class. They will walk you through beginner exercises and bullet points of what comprises an improv education with their conservatory. They go over the basics of what makes improv unique and you get a chance to meet the teachers. Grab a few friends, try it out, and stick around for the fun shows afterwards. (The New Movement, 616 Lavaca St.)
W Austin’s ON DECK Series
Escape the summer heat with FREE access to the WET Deck Thursdays this summer, during their ON DECK series. From 5:00pm til sunset, relax and enjoy music from the W house deck DJ. Show up early (between 5-6pm) to enjoy complimentary bites from TRACE, and chair massages from the AWAY Spa. Click HERE to RSVP. (W Hotel Austin, 200 Lavaca St.)
Nutty Brown Cafe: Patton Sparks Band
As part of the KOKE FM FREE Concert Series at Nutty Brown Cafe, The Patton Sparks Band will be playing 7-10pm. This gritty Southern Rock band has been playing venues around Texas for several years and has developed a strong grass roots following. They’ll be sharing new songs from their recently released second EP, “Love, Texas, & Me”. (Nutty Brown Cafe, 12225 Highway 290 West, Austin)
Saturday, August 16
Sure Thing: Austin’s Free Comedy Show
SURE THING is a FREE weekly showcase at the original Austin Java, every Saturday at 8pm. Headliners include performers seen on Comedy Central, Conan, Letterman, and Funniest Person in Austin Winners, as well as the city’s best comics on the rise, plus special out-of-town guests. Hosted by Duncan Carson and Brendan K. O’Grady. This week, Funniest Person in Austin Winner Mac Blake headlines the show with Caroline Bassett, Tafazdwa Gwaze, Atlanta’s Brian Emond, and Denver’s Kristin Rand.
Cruise In to Dick’s Classic Garage from 5pm – 8pm for a FREE classic car show and live music by Boswell. Free museum admission starts at 5pm and live music starts at 6pm. (Dick’s Classic Garage, 120 Stagecoach Trail, San Marcos, TX 78666)
Known as “The Fort” by its regulars, Buzzmill is one of the most unique coffee houses Austin has yet to experience. They proudly serve locally roasted coffee and one-of-a-kind bootleg liquors from their woodsy, beaver-lovin “fort”. Celebrate local while singer-songwriter Paul James takes you on a FREE lyrical journey with his soulful storytelling at 7pm on Saturday. (Buzzmill, 1505 Town Creek Drive, Austin, TX 78741)
Texas Summer Nights Masquerade Party
This Sunday, from 3:30 – 6:30pm, head to Hotel San Jose for a FREE Classic & Deep Rocksteady, Reggae, and Dub apun by DeeJay jLa Soul. ALL on vinyl. (Hotel San Jose, 1316 South Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78704)
If you haven’t had a chance to catch the Austin Symphony at the Long Center, you’re running out of time to enjoy this FREE musical treat. August is the last month for the event so pack up your sweetheart, a yummy picnic, and head over the Long Center lawn at 7:30pm for a little bit of romance. Free parking is available at One Texas Center located on Barton Springs Rd. @ S. 1st St. Paid parking is available at the Palmer Garage for $7. (Long Center, 701 W. Riverside)
Heather Schuck is the CEO of the children’s lifestyle brand, Glamajama. When she’s not scheming “glama” world domination or mentoring young designers, you can find her in her front yard chasing her three children with a garden hose. Connect with her at glamaLIFE or on Facebook.
