As a nerd, Austinist anticipated the July 16 publication of "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" with a touch of anxiety. Everyone errs once in a while. Napoleon's luck went south when he rampaged north, and Casey struck out. Would J.K. Rowling's sixth book be as awesome as her first five? more ›

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome. Here's to your livers and wallets making it through this week. MONDAY [books] Will Clarke talks crazy with his latest novel, Lord Vishnu's Love Handles @ Bookpeople, 7pm [film] Starchaser in 3-D! @ Alamo Drafthouse Downtown, 7pm, $1 + $1 Glasses Rental [music] 54 Seconds @ Lucky Lounge [music] Paris 49 @ Continental Club TUESDAY [music] Cafe Tacvba with Grupo Fantasmo @ Stubb's BBQ, Doors at 7 pm [music] Alkaline Trio with... more ›