There's Always Money in the Banana Stand: Bananarchy Grand Opening This Saturday

Bananarchy, Austin's first-ever frozen banana stand, celebrates its grand opening this Saturday. The shop is the brainchild of UT alums Laura Anderson and Anna Notario, who launched the venture as an alternative to sno-cones, ice cream, and other summertime desserts. As part of the stand's tongue-in-cheek 'Bananarchist' sensibilities (their slogan, "revolutionary desserts," is all over the website, which looks like it finds its design inspiration from Commodore 64 video games), Bananarchy sources fair trade bananas and doles out recyclable spoons.

This Saturday's launch party runs from noon to 9 p.m., and includes music, giveaways, "and maybe even a dance party."

Bananarchy is at 706 N Lamar Blvd, and is normally open Monday-Friday from 2 to 6 p.m., and Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m.