Austin's underground social gatherings are what truly earn it bragging rights
Discover the grass-roots origins of the enigmatic eccentricity that has drawn people from all corners of Texas and now from the whole world
Feel the beat of drum circles at Eeyore's Birthday Party in April, sling puns at the annual O. Henry Pun-Off or share a meal with strangers at the monthly Perpetual Potluck Picnic--or Jim O's, as the locals say
Author Howie Richey explores the offbeat, exuberant culture and history of the city that started with a party that just didn't stop
