Estilo Boutique, located at 2727 Exposition Blvd #121, is celebrating its 20th year in business in 2025. The store recently completed an expansion to a 4,200-square-foot space housing its women’s, men’s, and children’s boutiques in the heart of Tarrytown at Casis Village. Estilo stylists are available to help customers find their perfect look, and the uniquely cultivated offerings at Estilo can also be purchased online at www.estiloboutique.com.
“A TASTE OF IRELAND” THE IRISH MUSIC & DANCE SENSATION will perform at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Dr., on Saturday, April 5, at 7:30 pm. One of the world’s top Irish dance shows, featuring a starry roster of international dance champions, dazzling musicians, and a contemporary vocalist, A Taste of Ireland Sensation combines Irish charm with sensational talents for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. Visit https://www.atasteofirelandshow.com/ for more information or to secure tickets.
The Austin Wine Merchant opened its second location at 1601 W. 38th St., Ste. 3 (in Jefferson Square) in January. The family-owned / operated business has been serving Austin downtown on West 6th St. since 1991 and offers a well-curated selection of fine wines, spirits, beers, accessories, and beautiful gifts/gift baskets. Their forté is their detailed product knowledge and courteous service. Reach them at their new midtown location via phone at (512) 713-1601, email at info@theaustinwinemerchant.com, or visit their website at www.theaustinwinemerchant.com.
The Good Friday Pilgrimage orchestrated by the Schoenstatt Movement of Austin will be held on Good Friday, April 18th. The Schoenstatt Movement is an international Catholic initiative that has been spearheading the annual 9-mile pilgrimage for our community for over 10 years. Traditionally, Christians worldwide spiritually join Jesus Christ in His Passion and Death for the forgiveness of sins on Good Friday. The Pilgrimage will begin gathering at 9:30 am on April 18th at St. Mary’s Cathedral located at 203 E 10th St.
HomeScence has opened at Sunset Valley Marketfair, 5400 Brodie Lane. HomeSense offers an endless array of quality furniture & eclectic décor—standout pieces, all at outstanding prices. The highly organized store is inviting and offers excellent in-store customer service. They are open Monday-Sunday, 9:30 AM-9:30 PM.
Balcones Canyonlands is the place for you this spring if warblers are your jam. Friends of Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge is leading birding walks called Welcome Back Warblers on April 2 and April 5. These walks celebrate the return of golden-cheeked warblers, some of the most important residents of Balcones Canyonlands. The walk is about two hours and begins at Warbler Vista Parking Lot off 1431 in Lago Vista. Info and registration at friendsofbalcones.org
Austin’s ABC Kite Fest, now in its 97th year, happens Saturday, April 5, in Zilker Park. Beginning at 10 am with music by Barton Hills Choir, registration begins at 11 am and kites fly beginning at 1 pm – 50-yard dash for kids, highest kite with a kids and an adult winner, and ditto for steadiest kite, best kite pilot, and most unusual kite. Winners also for smallest kite, largest kite, youngest flier, and oldest flier. Kids will be entertained with face painting, bouncy houses, activities, and games; and furry kids will find an off-leash pet playground and rock climbing walls for the humans and a mini-market for everyone. Info at abckitefest.org.
HarperSage opened its flagship women’s clothing store on March 8 at 4803 Burnet Road after five years of an online presence. HarperSage partners with human rights nonprofits to consciously source small batch and ethically manufactured pieces. The Sage collection features bold, adventurous silhouettes, while the Harper collection leans into a romantic statement. Parker+Scott offers a general store outpost inside HarperSage, and on April 17 hosts a book signing with Brianna West. See harpersage.com for info and reservations.
Howson Book Club 2025 at Howson Branch Library meets every fourth Thursday through October from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm. March 27’s selection is Horse by Geraldine Brooks (I loved this book) and if that’s too quick for you, try Willa Cather’s My Antonia on April 24. Filling out the year of book club picks are Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro, Long Island (What a story!) by Colm Toibin, William John’s Stoner, Slow Horses by Mick Herron, Everett Percival’s prize-winning James, and Elizabeth Strout’s newest featuring Lucy Barton in Tell Me Everything. Howson Branch Library is at 2500 Exposition Blvd, or 512-974-8800.
Yarborough Branch Library celebrates Americana Theater’s 60th birthday on April 25 with a red carpet, live music from the Soulphonics, retro crafts, popcorn and movie candy, a photo booth, and a screening of The Love Bug – an evening of retro midcentury cool, so get in your vintage getups and celebrate the Americana. Yarborough library is at 2200 Hancock Dr. and festivities are from 6pm to 8pm. See library.austintexas.gov for info.