Shane Mac
Marketing Manager at Gist. (http://www.gist.com) Author of 'Please, Stop The BS.' Best Wedding Band of 2009. Click links below.

Last time I played here was four years ago and let's just say it got completely nuts. From the mic stand made out of a mop bucket to screaming "Friends in Low Places" with old friends, it was a blast.

It's time to do it again, but better. See you all there.

Big Omaha brings more than 500 passionate individuals together on the Silicon Prairie to experience a lineup of nationally-renowned speakers in a venue unline any other, Kaneko, an artist's creative center in Omaha's historic Old Market district.

We're gathering Austin's best food trucks together for an afternoon of BBQ, tacos, meat pies and more.

Download Foodspotting for Secret Menu items and to participate in a photo scavenger hunt - win prizes!

Featuring the following Food Truck stars:
- Along Came a Slider
- Boomerang's Pies
- Chi'Lantro
- Clem's Hot Diggity...

The American workforce – cubicles and water coolers may come to mind. But innovation in mobile and cloud has brought a new work style. We work smarter, more remotely and use apps to manage workflow. We’ve fundamentally changed the way we do business.

We are giving away a free HD Contour Video camera as well as free "Do More Faster"...

The Mashable SXSWi House 2011 will break the mold of the traditional SXSWi events schedule. Working with SXSWi and our partner sponsors, we will create a two-day platform that will include private events, VIP networking hours and large open parties. From Sunday, March 13th to Monday, March 14th, Mashable will be hosting a combination of private...

The legendary Opening Party lives on in a top secret new location. Come see what new tricks frog design has up its sleeve at the biggest, baddest opening bash ever.

Note: an RSVP at Plancast will not get you in the door. You must RSVP at EventBrite. Don't forget to RSVP for the Refresh Austin party across the street as well. Update #2 Woot! The WordPress Foundation has joined us as a co-host for the party. Update #1 I just spoke with Tony Cecala of the DFW WordPress Meetup, and they will be joining us...

Come join Roqbot and Roku for some pre-happy hour coffee, beer, and snacks. Roqbot will be officially launching our service and new Roku channel. We'll also be talking about our experience working with the Roku platform. We'll be giving away some Roku boxes as well as some Roqbot credits for you to use at our other SXSW locations.
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The word "community" is becoming so overused that it is beginning to lose its meaning. Many businesses apply that word to their customers without understanding the value of true community. But you are different. You understand there is a difference between fans and family. Let's get our hands dirty, explore these differences, and...

Come get some poolside food and drinks (including Veev cocktails) at the Klout #Krib for SxSW. The UserVoice Challenge Cab will be shuttling as many people to the event as possible for free – AND giving out nifty prizes. If you can’t get in the challenge cab, we’ll also have a limo for additional transport.

UPDATE: We're excited to...

The Gist crew is heading to Austin and to get the day started, the drinks are on us. Bloody Mary's or coffee, it's up to you. We are bringing energy and some great people so we hope to meet you there!

Come hang out for a while, get your day started right and talk tech with folks from the Seattle (or anywhere) tech scene.

It's the fourth year of the best breakfast to open your SXSW weekend, and as usual Magnolia's Cafe is the place to start your SXSW experience in the company of friends, both new and old, at "The SXSW Social Breakfast." Everyone is welcome, this is an open invitation to share breakfast at one of Austin's greatest Cafe's...

Let's start SXSW right with a yearly tradition - predrinks at the Driskill hotel bar.

Every year at SXSW we start off the weekend with a couple relaxing drinks in the historic Driskill hotel bar. If you've never been there's no time like the present to get in on this tradition. Stay as long as you want, there are no rules. Its just...

Where: Elysium Who: Entrepreneurs, startups, press, lurkers, and ambitious upstarts. How: Beer, awesome interviews and amazing people.   Details Think of it as the Mixergy you love...live and in person...with top interviewees...and drinks.   Making it possible Three people offered to sponsor the event and make it possible. Chris Savage,...

We're back in Austin for SXSW 2011 and you're invited!

RSVP now for a Crossroads House wristband, and gain access to live interviews, performances and events, featuring the best of SXSW Film, Interactive and Music. You'll also receive regular e-mail updates and Crossroads House schedule details. See you in Austin!

The Lineup at...

South by Southwest (SXSW) is a combination of film, interactive and music festivals & conferences that take place every March in Austin, Texas.

Five days of presentations, networking events, and more showcasing the best new emerging technology, digital works, video games, and innovative ideas.

Yes, you read the time right: This is an eleven minute party the day before SXSW. I am using this party to prove that with my help, you and I will do more in an 11 minute party than most people will get done in five days of SXSW. After my March 10, 11 minute party... I am going to enjoy my geek Spring Break ***NEWS: There is an afterparty...

Kick off the crazy week with a gigantic beer at the Big Ass Social Happy Hour! Austinites know how to party and if you're from out of town, you would be remiss if you didn't come to the LOCALS' party!  Where: The BelmontWhen: March 10, 2011 at 6:30 until a million o'clockWho: EVERYONE is invited and you don't need no...

This is our traditional opening (non-sanctioned) SXSW event. Shake off the jet lag on the sun-baked porch with mexican martinis & tasty treats.

*This is not a free food/drink affair.

**Wow! We're right at 250 people counted-in to loosen up before lining up for registration. I wonder if there's a company or two out there that might...

SXSW Interactive badges are available starting at 11am on Thursday, March 10th. You’ll have the badge but official events don’t start until the next day so... now what?

Why not stop by for a quick beer, game, snack or just say hi at one of the many downtown tech companies from 4pm to 10pm?

You’ll be in good company, because 150...

Come to Kate's, bring all your friends and let's throw 1 heck of a party and I'll sing all the 90's one hit wonders... Deal?

1st round is on me for the first 10 people :)

Invite all your friends and let's have a blast. Playing all night and dancing is guaranteed.

Boom! Tell your friends and tweet this link...

Jam party this weekend at McGilvras! Just chill music and good drinks!

Last year, our favorite little mama turned 30, and her sweet baby girl was in her tummy celebrating with her! This resulted in our birthday babe calling it a night early and not getting to REALLY LIVE UP the magnificence that was her 30th!

WE CAN'T BE HAVIN' THAT!! SO Saturday, February 12th, we go for Round 2!

Dinner starts at...

It's time to kick off the new year and this is going to be a jam party and sing along to 70s, 80s and 90s hits. This will be a dance party like you don't believe.

Feel free to bring your singing voice and join in on the fun!

Come out and party and bring some friends. Food, Beer, Shots and a great time are guaranteed.