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A Taste of African Heritage

Local food journalist Toni Tipton-Martin offers a free series of cooking classes based on a traditional healthy African diet. Get more information and sign up for the class via email. Through Dec. 13, 6pm.

Carver Museum, 1165 Angelina, 512/974-4926

www.carvermuseum.org, info@thesandeyouthproject.org

Blue Genie Art Bazaar

Need something Austin-y (art, jewelry, prints, clothing, etc., whatnot, and then some) for a loved one this year? More than 125 artists and artisans will help you with your gifting conundrums. Special events occur throughout the month of December, so shop early and often. Through Dec. 24, 10am-10pm, everyday. Free.

The Marchesa Hall & Theatre, 6406 N I-35, 454-2000

www.bluegenieartbazaar.com

Breath & Meditation

De-stress and recharge with a little structured breathing and thinking. Go online or call to RSVP. Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays, 6:30pm.

Art of Living, 297-7950

www.keepaustinmeditating.org

Food for Thought Benefit for Communities in Schools

Attending this venerable sip-and-stroll charity event gives you the chance to check out the premium facilities at the new race track, enjoy good food and drinks, and support Communities in Schools, all at the same time. To purchase tickets, go online. 6:30-9:30pm.

Circuit of the Americas Track, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd., 512/301-6600

www.foodforthought.ticketleap.com

Grand Opening at Jezebel & Bar Mirabeau

Chef/owner Parind Vora invites friends to formally celebrate the openings of the new version of Restaurant Jezebel and Bar Mirabeau at gala events in both the restaurant and bar. Make necessary reservations for dinner in the bar or restaurant by phone. Enjoy live jazz and complimentary passed appetizers on the deck overlooking Shoal Creek. 25% of the evening's proceeds will benefit Citizen Generation. 6pm-12mid.

Bar Mirabeau, 800 W. Sixth, 512/436-9633

www.barmirabeau.com

Pedaling for Safer Roads

The recent deaths and serious injuries of cyclists due to drunk drivers has incited fellow bikers to send a message to city officials and Austin at large with a ride from City Hall to the Capitol. 7pm.

Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second, 974-2220

www.facebook.com/events/422012057852704

Pedaling for Safer Roads

The recent deaths and serious injuries of cyclists due to drunk drivers has incited fellow bikers to send a message to city officials and Austin at large with a ride from City Hall to the Captol building. 7pm.

Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second, 512/974-2220

www.facebook.com/events/422012057852704

Santa's Ranch

Santa's tired of waiting for global warming to catch up at the North Pole. He's spending most of his pre-Christmastime among the 1.5 million lights of Santa's Ranch. Why not join him? Through Dec. 30, 6-10pm. $24 per car.

9561 N. I-35, New Braunfels (two miles south of Tanger Outlet Mall)

www.santasranch.net

Texas House Farm-to-Table Food Caucus Reception & Dinner

Bipartisan caucus founders Rep. Eddie Rodriguez and Rep. Lois Kolkhorst host a fundraiser at Austin's oldest urban farm featuring the best in Texas foods and beverages. 5:30-8:30pm. $100 ($175 per couple).

Boggy Creek Farm, 3414 Lyons, 512/926-4650

www.buildacrowd.com/event/192

Thursday Night Social Ride

Kinda like Critical Mass without all the pretension. Relax, ride around town, chat it up with cycle-lovers like yourself, and overrun a park or a local hangout or two or three. Thursdays, 7:30pm.

Festival Beach, 2101 Bergman

www.facebook.com/socialcyclingaustin

VSA Texas Holiday Art & Gift Show

Support local artists with disabilities and get some holiday shopping done at the same time. Braille cards, prints, ornaments, books, and original art all await your holiday dollars. Through Dec. 24, Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. Free.

AGE Building, 3710 Cedar, 454-9912

www.vsatx.org

Whole Foods Market Ice Rink

It isn't easy getting into a Winter Wonderland mood in Texas. This little frozen oasis can help you forget about climate change for a little while. $10.

Whole Foods Market, 525 N. Lamar, 542-2225

www.wholefoods.com

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Barton Springs Audio Tour

Take a self-guided tour of Austin's favorite swimming hole. All you have to do is download the audio files and map from the Save Our Springs Alliance website, and off you go.

Barton Springs Pool, 2101 Barton Springs Rd., 512/867-3080

www.sosalliance.org

Central Market Cooking School

Whether you need to brush up your knife skills or throw together a romantic Thai dinner for two, these guys have you covered year round with an eclectic array of classes spanning all skill levels.

Central Market North, 4001 N. Lamar, 512/206-1000

www.centralmarket.com/Cooking-School.aspx

Helping Hands Center

needs strong, dependable males to help load/unload groceries twice monthly.

Helping Hands Center, 1151 San Bernard St., 472-2298