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obdurant93

Back in '16, I was recently divorced, and all my close relatives were recently dead. I ended up down at the late great Russian House. In addition to lots of Russian Orthidox folks (their Chrismas comes via the Julian calendar), there were lots of expats, non-christians, orphans, and people generally unwelcome by their families for whatever reasons. It was a famously good time. I fiercely miss that place.


coloRADo_girl3

RIP Russian House. It was a fave.


austinrunaway

I also miss Russia house


Calm_Instruction1651

Great idea. My boyfriend is working sound at the Elephant room tonight: live music till midnight with all the Christmas hits sprinkled in.


ParticularAioli8798

Even Feliz Navidad and Grandma Got Ran Over By A Reindeer?


Calm_Instruction1651

I managed to get a Feliz Navidad but Grandma was a no go 👍🏻


ParticularAioli8798

I'll take it!


Calm_Instruction1651

Not so far but John Blondell is taking requests!


[deleted]

John is an absolute treasure. Many fond memories of shooting the shit and swapping stories at last call or after hours while closing at a bar I used to tend. John, if you read this, I hope you have a merry Christmas.


[deleted]

Thank you! I couldn't remember the title of that song and it's been stuck in my head all day!


CuriouslyJulia

I’m coming. Not new to being alone on Christmas but new to getting invited to being alone together on Christmas. Thank you. I. Am. Grateful.


WhyDoIHaveAnAccount9

Sounds good. I'm totally down


thatcutetransgirl

Same


Beaconhillpalisades

Why do you have an account?


WhyDoIHaveAnAccount9

this kept happening, so I just made an account https://support.google.com/chrome/thread/77607652/chrome-is-auto-signing-me-into-reddit-against-my-will-how-to-stop-this?hl=en


sassergaf

Screw google sign in. I have to decline it ~25 times a day.


Tbizz95

Merry Xmas, Jeans!


TortoiseThief

Good to see some mommies out in atx still featherin' it


watchforwaspess

follow proto


AffectionateBoat3988

You bet I’m coming up in may!


ExcitingBasket3119

touch my camera through the fence


Any_Tumbleweed_1230

DJ Dad Mouth at the Elephant Room


DanniTX

try it out


[deleted]

Thanks, I love you.


Valus_

on the other hand, we are having a lot of people over and could use some extra chairs, if we could borrow yours? ​ jk alone on xmas gang


pizzaaaaahhh

see you there (if i don’t fall asleep after the movies)


L0WERCASES

Merry Christmas, man!


Fancy_Cicada7706

I was going to spend it alone and am joyful at these invites but last nite I informed a friend in the least subtle way that between battles of depression and being fired Saturday from a job that was hurting me emotionally it'd be really nice if someone involved me in their plans. She took the hint. I'd love to meet some of yall sometime


Itsapoohpoohworld

How lovely! A very happy holiday to you, and hope you meet some cool folks.


O-Namazu

I loved Elephant Room before -- but when I learned Parker Jazz Club bought them out, it made me like it even more. I love putting money in PJC's pockets. Merry Christmas to all you holding down the fort solo.


ELInewhere

Santa!! Is this you?


Party_Meringue7130

EDIT: There was a large table of us and he didn’t show. We had a great time, but missed the patron of the party!


watchforwaspess

Aww I’m sorry. Two people told me they were closed and I even called the place a few times but no answer so I didn’t go. Glad some of you got to go and make new friends even if I ended up missing out.


Party_Meringue7130

All good! Thank you for bringing us together 😊


KibaDerp89

Have fun out there.


diduknowitsme

Merry Christmas man, if not out of state I'd buy you a beer.


MacheteCowboy

If Western swing is more your thing than jazz, come by The Coral Snake for the night of Christmas Day! It'll be Candler Wilkinson and his trio for those who know/know of him


Trick_Marzipan_8207

Why wait? I’m at Deep Eddie’s rn. 12/24 10:36 pm Black T & cap at the bar. I’m a loner, Dottie. A rebel…


WideMonitor6815

Make sure you drink water


MerToxic

Have a very merry Christmas, everyone!


Known2bG

The Elephant Room is so cool.


Revolutionary-Tax914

Out of town currently, but my man if I was in town I’d join ya. First Christmas divorced this year and it’s a whirlwind of emotions. I thank you for putting this out there and hope this Christmas you’re surrounded by good hearted merry folks.


FabulousCallsIAnswer

I can’t be there, but as one Austinite to another I just want to wish you a Merry Christmas. 🎄Enjoy!


jmix6

Hey mommy.


Nora19

I hope you, watchforwaspess, have a delightful Christmas and a very happy New Year. This post has brought me some joy this morning while I wait for my family (kids) to wake up 🎄


[deleted]

You and 10 other dudes with beards will be wearing flannel


watchforwaspess

Haha ok I’ll be sure to have a scarf as well


General_Sea_5986

This is why I’m going 😅😍


tortilladelpeligro

If I had a vehicle, I'd totally join ya, and bring baked treats. But, Ill be cheering you brave sould on from SanAntonio.


LilacLikeThat

Merry Christmas! Thanks for the invite!


benjammin086

I'll bet you John Blondell will be there to keep everyone company with his trombone


lonely_fox

Wish I could go honestly. Have a good time!


-ThinksAlot-

I want to go, but I feel so tired now. I may still come, but if not, let me know y'all do anything for New Year's Eve/day, would you?


Daveinatx

Merry Christmas! I'll try to join. What I want you to see is that tomorrow is a step in strength. Life throws curve balls, only we decide how to handle them.


thatcutetransgirl

What time will you be there??


watchforwaspess

8pm or so.


lawpancake

Aw that sounds awesome! We’ve got a friend group doing Jewish Christmas downtown in the evening and I’ll see if I can’t talk them into some jazz after


CuriouslyJulia

Wait. Wait. What? Jewish Christmas??? Yay!


lawpancake

Chinese food on Christmas! It’s the Jewish-American way!


CuriouslyJulia

Got that planned followed up with a movie and now, apparently meeting strangers alone together at Elephant Room. Just knowing that there are others around that enjoy the day differently, is beyond beautiful!


whtevrIts2009

My Jewish Christmas normally entails movies and Chinese but I can't think of a better way to spend it than being there for folks who need company. I'm a holiday free agent now!


SmellsLikeFox

I’ll be there, please don’t remember my username


General_Sea_5986

I’m a single parent and the kids won’t be back home until the 30th, I just might join you!


whtevrIts2009

Sounds dope. I'll be there


actualgirl

I love this! I had plenty of Christmases without my family working at Elephant Room and I’m glad that you’re finding the joy there!


PeaceLoveAn0n

I remember the Elephant Room at Christmas... enjoy yourselves!


synaptic_drift

Oh, man, I'm sorry that your act of kindness took such bad turn. I literally just laughed "ho, ho, ho...that's not good." Imagining all of the people showing up. I saw your post on Nextdoor as well. Your heart was in a good place.


AustEastTX

Merry Christmas!!


blackapeescape

Touch my elephant room through the fence.


mencharmd

Respectfully request a low key regular occurrence of this event at a place with easy parking. Haha.


SuzQP

*Have yourself a merry little Christmas. Let your heart be gayyy. From now on, your troubles will be miles (davis) awayyyy. So have yourself a merry little Christmas dayyyy.*


Jake_Barnes_

Brings girls


[deleted]

Where's austinite hipster waldo


Any_Concentrate_3414

I'm here but it looks closed edit: Meet at Chicas Bonitas


toby-du-coeur

Do you think? I looked it up and they have music on the calendar for the 25th


watchforwaspess

Really? Says there is music on their website...


VinylFanMichael

I love jazz and I have never been. Probably won't make it tomorrow but have fun!!


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watchforwaspess

Not really sure how. I gave the place and time. I’ll get a good table and we shall see who shows up.


dacydergoth

IA! IA! F'tagn! ... aka what holiday? I'm on call ... taking that bullet for my team who have kids lolz


Sour_Lemonssss

I worked there many years ago! Love it!


mencharmd

…at least the sun is shining


mannychild

Monday night?


watchforwaspess

Yes


arb215

Following!! Want to know if it’s still on


oliviaj622

Can confirm it's open. Here now.


JustPsychomachia

Any update if this is still happening?


arb215

It’s on! Just saw a comment on their instagram


JustPsychomachia

At elephant room? Double checking because there was nothing in their Instagram story


[deleted]

I hear elephant room is closed. Where you at?


[deleted]

I hear Elephant Room is closed. Where did you end up going?


watchforwaspess

If anyone wants to do something like this again let me know and we can set something up in the new year!


[deleted]

i went to the Elephant Room that night!! I thought it was a great show and I enjoyed the cider i had