Austin Browncoats Press
CSTS Mention at CNN
7/16/2009
In an article at CNN.com regaling the activism of a Harry Potter fan group called the "Harry Potter Alliance", Can't Stop the Serenity was listed as an example of "Science fiction and fantasy aficionados [who] have translated their fandom into real-world action."
Check out the article here.
CSTS in the News
6/25/2009
Can't Stop the Serenity Austin and the Austin Browncoats made the news on Thursday June 25th with an article in The Austin Chronicle. The article features a brief coverage of the Austin Browncoats and information about the screenings of Serenity and Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog that will take place on Sunday, June 28th, during Austin CSTS 2009.
Austin CSTS Press Release
6/18/2009
The Austin Browncoats and the Alamo Drafthouse Lake Creek announce Austin's “Can't Stop the Serenity” 2009 event featuring Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog
The Austin Browncoats present Austin Can't Stop the Serenity 2009 at the Alamo Drafthouse Lake Creek in Austin, TX on June 28th, 2009 at 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.
"Can’t Stop the Serenity" is a global fundraising effort featuring charity screenings of Joss Whedon’s 2005 film Serenity to benefit Equality Now. In the last three years, the Austin Browncoats have raised over $16,000, and in total over $160,000 has been raised for Equality Now around the world. You can read all about the global event at www.cantstoptheserenity.com.
This year, in addition to Serenity, we are happy to announce that we will also be hosting the Austin-area big screen premiere of Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog, Joss Whedon's award-winning internet musical sensation.
Fans of Joss Whedon show Serenity on his birthday to honor him and to raise money for his favorite charity, Equality Now. Equality Now works to end violence and discrimination against women and girls around the world through the mobilization of public pressure. In addition to raising money for Equality Now, we will also be donating a portion of the proceeds from the event to The Kids Need to Read Foundation. Kids Need To Read is a children's literacy non-profit organization who will take the money we raise and put it back into Austin's underprivileged schools, libraries and shelters.
Tickets for this event will be $15 in advance and $18 at the door and are now available online. For tickets and other information, visit www.cantstoptheserenity.com/austin
In 2008, we put together a big damn bag unique to Austin's Can't Stop The Serenity event! It was such a success, that we're making it a tradition. Simply put, this bag is one of everything! Valued at over $150.00. We only have 10 of these, and once they're gone, they're gone for good! To order a Big Damn Bag ($100), visit www.cantstoptheserenity.com/austin/merch.html.
About Serenity: A passenger with a deadly secret. Six rebels on the run. An assassin in pursuit. When the renegade crew of Serenity agrees to hide a fugitive on their ship, they find themselves in an action-packed battle between the relentless military might of a totalitarian regime who will destroy anything - or anyone - to get the girl back and the bloodthirsty creatures who roam the uncharted areas of space. But, the greatest danger of all may be on their ship. From the mind of Joss Whedon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel) comes a new edge-of-your seat adventure loaded with explosive battles, gripping special effects and fantastic new worlds. Serenity is rated PG-13 by the MPAA.
About Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog: Conceived as an "online miniseries event" during the 2008 writers' strike, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog is a 42-minute musical romp that bears the distinctive stamp of Joss Whedon. Neil Patrick Harris (How I Met Your Mother) plays the title character, who video-blogs about his twin goals to join the Evil League of Evil and to woo the fair Penny (Felicia Day, of Whedon's Buffy the Vampire Slayer and the web series The Guild), a woman he met at the local laundromat. Dr. Horrible is foiled on both fronts, however, by his archnemesis, the self-absorbed superhero Captain Hammer (Nathan Fillion, Whedon's Serenity).
About the Austin Browncoats: Austin Browncoats, founded in 2007, is a 501(c)(3), tax-exempt non-profit located in Austin, TX. Austin Browncoats work to end violence and discrimination in all sectors of society. We place special focus on working alongside young women and children because, given the opportunity and proper education, young women and children can help create a better world for all beings. Much like our passion for the amazing works of Joss Whedon, such as "Firefly", we are passionate about our causes and raising funds for our charities, including Equality Now, SafePlace, Heart House and Emancipet. Our website is www.austinbrowncoats.com
Austin Toy Fair
5/26/2009
Austin experienced its first toy collectors and sellers show in years, Chemical Toy Fair, this past weekend (May 23) at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Austin. The event was sponsored by Out of the Past Collectibles.
But it's not all toys and games; the event has a charitable aspect as well. Some proceeds from the event went to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Austin Browncoats were given a booth at the Fare, where we collected donations for to The Kids Need to Read Foundation.
Don't worry if you were unable to make it to this event. Plans are underway to hold another "Fare" in November!
News 8 Austin did a piece on the Chemical Toy Fare. You can read the article here. The Austin Browncoats are mentioned in this accompanying video segment.
January 16, 2009 - Healthy Giving Pledge Drive for KNTR sponsored by Austin Browncoats
Longview News Journal Longview, TXPress release for the Healthy Giving Pledge Drive benefiting The Kids Need to Read Foundation. Austin Browncoats are sponsoring the drive by donating a gift package from Whedon Wares: The Browncoat Store that will be given as a prize in a drawing at the end of the pledge drive.
Preview: "The Healthy Giving Pledge Drive, a health challenge for charity undertaken by Longview resident Kazia Hodges, will begin Friday, January 23, 2009 and run until May 23, 2009. The proceeds from the drive will support The Kids Need to Read Foundation, an organization dedicated to promoting childhood literacy."
December 9, 2008 - The Signal Interviews Beth Nelson
The Signal, Season 4, Show 23, December 9th 2008 (Holiday Special)Les Howard and Kari Haley interview Beth Nelson about the Austin Browncoats, the Browncoat Ball, and charity.
October 12, 2008 - What's in a name?
Philanthropy columnist Andrea Ball of the Austin American-Statesman included the Austin Browncoats in her article about nonprofit group names.
September 29, 2008 - SpaceWesterns.com Interviews Beth Nelson
N.E. Lilly asks
Beth Nelson about Browncoat Ball, Space Westerns and the Future!
Preview: How did you get involved with the Browncoat Movement? I have always been a Whedon fan, since before I even knew Joss Whedon existed.
September 4, 2008 - FedCon and Dragon*Con Fundraising for Kids Need To Read
Austin Browncoats Announce Fundraising Totals
Preview: We are proud to announce that we have raised $1250 for Kids Need To Read, one of our supported charities.
August 27, 2008 - How Many Jayne Hats Can Be Knit at a Single Con?
The Austin Browncoats are gonna find out!
Preview: This is a nifty idea I wish I had thought of. Apparently, you pledge a dollar amount per however many hats get made. The final total determines how much you owe.
July 30, 2008 - Jayne Hats Needed for Dragon*Con
The Austin Browncoats Need You to Knit for Charity
Preview: The Austin Browncoats are collecting Jayne hats, knit or crocheted, to sell for charity at Dragon*Con.
June 20, 2008 - The Other Paper Interviews Beth Nelson, CSTS Global Organizer
Can’t Stop the Serenity: Beth Nelson, global coordinator
Preview: That Other Paper’s Christine Acker recently sat down with her to talk about Can’t Stop the Serenity (and got a little bit of pining over Nathan Fillion in along the way).
June 9, 2008 - Austin Browncoats Support KNTR at FedCon USA
Visit the Austin Browncoats in Dallas!
Preview: If you are attending FedConUSA in Dallas, Texas this coming weekend (July 13-15, 2008), be sure to stop by the three booths hosted by the Austin Browncoats. They are having a charity raffle to benefit KNTR, with one of our Morena Baccarin-signed Terrifyin’ Space Monkeys waiting to be loved by you!
May 27, 2008 - Austin Browncoats Talk to The Signal
The Signal - Season 4
http://signal.serenityfirefly.com/shownotes.php?e=4100
The Signal, Show Notes, Season 4, Show 10, May 27th 2008
May 7, 2008 - Austin Browncoats Send a Wave
Sending A Wave - The
Firefly / Serenity Podcast
http://sendingawave.blogspot.com/2008/05/show-34-is-here.html
Sending A Wave, Show Notes, Show 34, May 07th 2008