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BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration
Join BookSpring for an enchanting celebration of reading at BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration! Enjoy inspiring stories read aloud from pillars of the community, carnival games, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon makers, books, and refreshments (ALL FREE).Sat. May 4, 12pm-6pmBookSpring -
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The Amazing Acro-Cats: Keep It Weird in Austin!
The Acro-Cats tour supports Rock Cats Rescue, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Rock Cats Rescue is focused on saving cats "One Click at a Time" through cat welfare, rescue, and adoption. The Acro-Cats show promotes the importance of bonding and training cats with positive reinforcement, while also finding homes for rescued cats.Apr. 24-May 5Long Center for the Performing Arts
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Prizer Arts & Letters: I Will Vote
John Fiege’s photography, film, and art project illuminating young Texas voters and activists in the lead-up to the 2018 midterm elections is on display at this excellent Eastside gallery, featuring a series of black-and-white portraits, video collage, and excerpts of interviews. Recommended, especially for anyone who gives a damn.Reception: Sat., Oct. 27, 6-9pm. Get the Vote Out Party: Thu., Nov. 1, 6-9pm -
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Nevermore: The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe
Penfold Theatre and Doctuh Mistuh Productions reprise their version of Jonathan Christenson's "wildly theatrical musical play that combines haunting music, poetic storytelling, and stunning stagecraft to tell the life story of Edgar Allan Poe." Say, did people actually enjoy this thing the last time it was presented? Oh, we daresay.Through Nov. 10. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 5pm. $15-30. -
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Silent Films Out Loud
Halloween Edition: Two horror classics – 1910’s Frankenstein and 1928’s The Fall of the House of Usher – along with the lightly frightful Buster Keaton short "Haunted House" will come alive thanks to new scores from Austin-based composers Jackie Myers, Bob Hoffnar, Dave Biller, and Jean Hasse.Thu., Nov. 1, 7pm
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AURA Townhall With Randy Clarke
AURA members are invited to an evening with the new president and CEO of Capital Metro to hear more about his plans for the city's transit system.Thu., Nov. 1, 6:30-8pm -
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Austin Bold FC
The city's newly minted United Soccer League team will be hosting games at COTA starting in March 2019. Season passes are now available.$189 for 20-game season pass. -
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Austin Senior Games
The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department and Aging Is Cool are bringing together active, older adults (ages 50+) to compete in around the world basketball, bocce, cycling, golf, horseshoes, and more.Thu.-Sat., Nov. 1-3Various locations -
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Ayomi Yoshida Exhibition
The Japanese artist makes her Texas debut with a large-scale multimedia exhibition that evokes a pool with flowers falling into it that complements the center’s water garden.Tue.-Sun., through Jan. 13. Free.Asia Society Texas Center, Houston -
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“Titanic: The Artifact Exhibit”
Seventy years after the luxury liner sank in the Atlantic more than 150 items from the wreck were brought up from the ocean floor and brought together for this fascinating show. Timed tickets are required.June 2-Jan. 5Mayborn Museum, Waco -
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Beauty of Life
This benefit for Hospice Austin features keynote speaker Molly Carroll. You'll also have brunch, a chance to network, a silent auction, and time to shop local vendors.Thu., Nov. 1, 9:30am-noon. $175 and up. -
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Cartel Land (2015)
Controversy & Conversation: Vigilante groups on both sides of the border fight the Mexican cartels in this harrowing doc.Thu., Nov. 1, 6:30pm. Free. -
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Chari Kelly Fundraiser With Rep. Lloyd Doggett
A fundraising dinner for Chari Kelly, Democratic nominee for Justice in Place 3 on the Third Court of Appeals.Thu., Nov. 1, 5-7pm. $50+ suggested donation. -
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City Office Closures
Commercial plan reviews, residential plan reviews, and building inspections will not be performed from Monday through Wednesday, due to mandatory training.Mon.-Wed., Oct. 29-31 -
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Do512 & Hotel Vegas Present: Día de los Muertos
with food specials, face-painting, mariachi music, and an Eastside Pop-up Market.Thu.-Sat., Nov. 1-3. Free. -
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Early Voting
Cast your ballot for the 2018 midterm elections early! Sites throughout the City and County will open polling places for early voting. Need help deciding who to vote for and learning the issues? Check out austinchronicle.com/elections for our ongoing coverage.Mon., Oct. 22 - Fri., Nov. 2; 7am-7pmAnywhere you see "Vote Here" -
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El Buen Samaritano Mobile Food Pantry
A mobile food pantry providing emergency food assistance to families with financial limitations. Fresh produce, cooking help, and nutrition education available. No appointment is necessary.First and third Thursdays, 9am-noon.Del Valle Community Center, 3518 FM 973, Del Valle -
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Fall Fun at Sweet Berry Farm
Get down to the farm for deals on pumpkins & gourds, free hayrides, a corn maze, scarecrow stuffing, and more.Sept. 22-Nov. 4. Free. -
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Health & Wellness Lecture Series
This monthly series at the Downtown library focuses on a different theme each session: from nutrition to chronic pain to cedar fever. The featured speaker at each is Chris Goddin, an acupuncturist and integrative medicine specialist.First Thursdays, 7pm. Free. -
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Holiday Food Drive to Benefit Local Food Banks
US Storage Centers has partnered with Move for Hunger to be a designated drop-off point in the community. Until the end of December, they will be collecting food items to donate to local food banks.Oct. 26-Dec. 28. Free.201 W. Stassney -
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Inside Out
The evolution of women’s undergarments is exposed in the groundbreaking exhibit that explores what’s under the fashions of the day.Sept. 20, 2018-Jan. 20, 2019San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, San Angelo -
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Kim Olson With Evan Smith
Agriculture Commissioner hopeful Kim Olson sits down with Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith to talk public service and policy. Attend live or watch online.Thu., Nov. 1, 7:30-9am. Free. -
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Kwame Anthony Appiah's Keynote Lecture: "Social Identities and the Good Life"
Appiah, a professor of philosophy and law at New York University, will share experiences from writing "The Ethicist" column in The New York Times along with central ideas from his recent book, The Lies That Bind: Rethinking Identity.Thu., Nov. 1, 4-6:30pm. Free.UT's Lady Bird Johnson Auditorium, 2313 Red River -
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Lost River Film Festival
Combining new short films and features, the festival also offers workshops, interactive events, parties, and concerts.Thu.-Sun., Nov. 1-4San Marcos -
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Minority- and Women-Owned Business Certification
Business owners interested in government contracts are invited to learn more about the certifications available to small minority- and women-owned businesses.Thu., Nov. 1, 10am-noon. Free.Small & Minority Business Resources, 4201 Ed Bluestein Blvd. -
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Morning Walk Austin
Meet at Jo's for a cuppa coffee, then take a stroll through Downtown Austin with an ATX tour guide.Ongoing. Wed.-Sat., 10-11:30am. $10-20. -
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Neighborhood Fishing
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is stocking 17 locations in 16 cities, including Austin, with channel catfish throughout the summer.Through November. Free with fishing license.Various locations -
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NFBPA Central Texas Chapter's Regional Leadership Summit 2018
The Central Texas Chapter of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators hosts two days of workshops, forums, panel discussions, and keynote speeches to address today's complex issues of race. Attendees will leave with tools and strategies to effectively manage these issues and produce positive outcomes.Thu.-Fri., Nov. 1-2, 7am-7pm. $130-210.Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark, 4140 Governors Row -
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Open Enrollment Health Insurance Help – North
It's that time of the the year, again. Don’t miss your chance to switch your health insurance plans or get covered via the Marketplace with support from Foundation Communities. (Seriously, they're the best!) For more info visit the website or call 211.Nov. 1-Dec. 15: Mon.-Thu., 9am-7pm; Fri.-Sat., 9am-4pm; Sun. 1-5pm. Free.Community Financial Center North, 5900 Airport Blvd. -
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Open Enrollment Health Insurance Help – South
It's that time of the the year, again. Don’t miss your chance to switch your health insurance plans or get covered via the Marketplace with support from Foundation Communities. (Seriously, they're the best!) For more info visit the website or call 211.Nov. 1-Dec. 15: Mon.-Wed., 10am-7pm; Thu., 10am-4pm; Fri.-Sat., 9am-1pm. Free.Community Financial Center – South, 2600 W. Stassney -
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Past, Present, Pease: Celebrating 10 Years of Pease Park Conservancy
Guests will enjoy cocktails, a family-style dinner from the Peached Tortilla, live music from Jonathan Terrell, and a live auction in Pease Park’s Big Field.Thu., Nov. 1, 6-9pm. $250. -
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People For Bikes Community Survey
Share your biking-in-the-city experiences with Austin leaders for a chance to win neat prizes while helping to improve local condition.Through Nov. 16Online -
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Rockport Film Festival
Movie lovers will experience a program of independently produced shorts, documentaries, and features.Thu.-Sat., Nov. 1-3Rockport -
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Shakespeare in the Dark: Macbeth
The Filigree Theatre presents the blood-drenched Scottish play as an immersive horror show performed entirely in the dark in the Driskill Hotel. If this works well, it'll be mostly due to the power of Shakespeare's words – as abetted, of course, by the company. If this works well, it'll be an intensely creepy and enjoyable experience. We're figuring yes.Oct. 31-Nov. 4. Wed.-Fri., 8pm; Sat.-Sun., 2 & 8pm. $15-20. -
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Signature Chefs Auction
Twenty local chefs will showcase their creations. There's also cocktails, auction items, and other entertainment. Proceeds benefit March of Dimes.Thu., Nov. 1, 6:30-9pm. $350; sponsorships available. -
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St. Edward's Volleyball
Vs. Texas A&M International: Thu., Nov. 1, 7pm. Vs. St. Mary's: Sat., Nov. 3, noon -
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The Rewind
Old-school, vinyl turntable mix show fundraising event every Thursday night on the Terrace 59 Rooftop.Through Dec. 27. Thursdays, 10pm. Free. -
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UnBEARable: Halloween Hangovers
Join Bulimianne and Chique for an October send-off to remember with Miss Anne Thrope, Sylvia Hatchett-Purchase, and Sheiman Marcus.Thu., Nov. 1, 10:30pm-1:30am -
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VOLUME
In an effort to preserve women's histories in Texas, #bossbabesATX and Chulita Vinyl Club will accept donations of vinyl, zines, and prints from the community. Drop off items at any upcoming #bossbabesATX event between now and Nov. 15. You can also schedule a drop-off by emailing thebabes@bossbabes.org.Through Nov. 15. Free.605 N. Edward Gary St., San Marcos -
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Voter Drive
The nonpartisan League of Women Voters is hustling to get the vote out. Grab a copy of their free voter's guide now through election day, or find a copy in our Oct. 26 issue!Through Tue., Nov. 6Online -
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Wake Up, Brother Bear!
Watch Brother Bear and Sister Bear experience a full year of glorious seasons: see a waterfall melt, meet a butterfly, chase an elusive fish, and skate on an icy pond. Children are invited to join the action to help create magical moments. (Geared toward ages 6 and under.)Through April 21. Tue. & Thu., 10am & noon; Sun., 2pm. $10 and up.ZACH North, 12129 RR 620 N. #10
