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🥵 Why it’s still hot out
January 6, 2026 · Kelsey Bradshaw
🦌 Hello! Does anyone else feel like a newborn deer as we get back into the swing of things? I’m still working on my 2026 resolutions punch cards, for crying out loud!
What's CITY Talking About
🤢 Flu Cases Are Up Across Texas
The number of Texans visiting ERs or being hospitalized for the flu has increased week to week since the start of December, state data shows. You can still get vaccinated against the flu. [Texas Department of State Health Services]
🍸 The New Year’s Traditions Austinites Love To Hate
It’s the first full week of 2026 and you know what that means: Austinites are making resolutions and trying to find the best mocktail in town for Dry January. Are these traditions worth the work? [City Cast Austin 🎧]
🎶 SIMS Foundation Just Launched a New Mental Health Fund
The SIMS Foundation has created the Dick Chalmers Music Venue Program to help people working at Austin music venues get counseling, psychiatric care, and recovery support, using funds including proceeds from its Dry January fundraiser. [KUT]
💰 Talarico Hauled in Millions During Last Fundraising Quarter
James Talarico, a Democrat from Austin running for U.S. Senate, says his campaign has raised almost $7 million since Oct. 1, and a total of $13 million since he began his campaign in September. [The Texas Tribune]
What To Do
Tuesday, Jan. 6
- 🤖 Tech Trends For 2026 (And Beyond!) at ACC Rio Grande | Downtown Austin
- ❓ “Wicked” Trivia at Pins and Wheels at Playland | North Austin
- 🎻 80's Mixtape on Strings at ConcertDome | Northeast Austin
- ♥️ A Standup Comedy Show and Social Mixer at LOVEBIRDS | Holly
- 🎭 The Zahir's Inaugural Gala Benefit at Hyde Park Theatre | Hyde Park
Wednesday, Jan. 7
- 🌱 Plant Swap at Austin Public Library Terrazas Branch | East Cesar Chavez
- 🐕 Barking Book Buddies: Read to Gustavo at Austin Public Library Yarborough Branch | Rosedale
- ❓ “Schitt’s Creek” Trivia at The Brewtorium Brewery & Kitchen | Skyview
- 🖼️ Free Week at the Jones Center | Downtown Austin
- 👂 Synth Soundbath Communal Drone Session at the Tiny Minotaur | Holly
👋 Bye! I’m off to vote in The Austin Chronicle’s music poll!
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