Events - 31 Oct 15

Manos de Cristo, local nonprofit benefiting low-income individuals in the Austin area, is now accepting orders for their annual tamale fundraiser. All proceeds will benefit the organization’s dental, basic needs, and education programs that serve over 23,846 adults, children and seniors in the community.

The tamales offered by Manos de Cristo are gluten-free and come in pork, jalapeño pork, chicken, non-vegetarian bean and vegetarian varieties at $13 per dozen. Manos de Cristo welcomes large group orders, as they are perfect for holiday parties, family gatherings and everyday meals. To place an order online, visit www.manosdecristo.org/tamales. All major credit cards are accepted.

Tamales pick-up set for Friday, December 4 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.in the Manos de Cristo Education wing located at 4911 Harmon Avenue, Austin, TX 78751.

The romance, the passion, and the fears of one of America’s most distinguished writers are brought to life by actor Lucien Douglas in this dramatic presentation that includes performances of “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Raven.”

Take a theatrical journey with one of America’s most distinguished writers—the inventor of the detective story and the author of “The Raven” (recognized as the most popular poem in America). Poe had all the promise of becoming a wealthy Southern aristocrat, yet he threw it away to live a life of extreme poverty, haunted continually by a strange impending doom.

Why did he struggle with drink? Why did he marry his 14-year-old cousin? What fascinated him about the death of a beautiful woman? Why did he repeatedly risk his life, reputation, and reason? How did his mother influence his work?

The admission price of $25 includes Chez Zee’s signature desserts bar and coffee. Beer, wine and mixed drinks including the “Raventini” will be available for purchase at the cash bar.