Karin Samelson

Recent Contributions

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Live action role-play enthusiasts prepare for upcoming battle

May 1, 2012

For a few hours every few months a small group of Austinites live in a world of monsters, gnomes, spell bags, swords and elves.
New Orleans-style snow cones bring fresh twist to ice dessert

April 29, 2012

Tradition of excellent, sweet and smooth snow cones lives on in Austin with the Hendersons.
Designers present their final pieces as textiles and apparel design students at UT

April 17, 2012

Students have been working to prepare for their annual fashion show Contour, in which they will exhibit their designs.
Austin has variety of places to enjoy crawfish season

April 9, 2012

It’s peak crawfish season, and restaurants around town are crawling with the tasty critters.
Favorite Austin swimming spots to beat the heat

April 3, 2012

Here’s The Daily Texan’s guide to the best swimming holes in and around Austin for some quality chill time as spring unfolds.
Feng shui helps organize every day life

March 27, 2012

By following a few feng shui tips and tricks, you may find you can breathe easier and keep your stress levels down.
Blitzen Trapper inspired by daily life

March 7, 2012

Portland, Ore., based rock/folk band Blitzen Trapper will be returning to South By Southwest this year.
Low-budget film comedians talk funny business, piracy

February 29, 2012

The Daily Texan spoke with Heidecker and Wareheim about “Billion Dollar Movie,” Internet piracy and the simple pleasures in life.
Domestic chicken trend seen in Austin urban areas

February 28, 2012

The trend of owning chickens in urban areas proves to be growing in unexpected places, such as downtown Austin.
Austin pho makes warm, hearty treat on cold days

February 21, 2012

When it comes to comfort food, pho has it down.
Folk group Navasota String Band prepares second album

February 14, 2012

The band draws its inspiration from roots, blues and old time bluegrass-inspired folk.
"Billion Dollar Movie" is a bizarre movie for a bizarre audience

February 7, 2012

"Billion Dollar Movie," available for download on YouTube, is a mix of everything that’s awkward and isn’t intended for everyone.
Bikram yoga promotes discipline in sweaty environment

January 30, 2012

Imagine floating aimlessly along in your thoughts, forgetting tomorrow’s worries and soaring through the present.

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