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    2020 Point in Time Count Volunteers Needed

    ECHO is looking for 800 volunteers to make its annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness in Austin and Travis County a success. The 2020 count takes place Jan. 25. Anyone 18 or older can participate; volunteers will work in teams counting folks in their assigned area. Others can collect donations for the care packages distributed during the count.
    Nov. 18-Jan. 21  
    Online
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    3M Half Marathon

    Point-to-point course with mostly downhill running, finishing Downtown near the Texas State Capitol. Celebrate at the finish line festival, complete with a beer garden!
    Sun., Jan. 19, 7:30-11:30am. $129.  
    Start location: Stonelake Boulevard, near Baby Acapulco (9505-B Stonelake)
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    Acro & Ales: Independence Brewing

    Join Empowered Acro for an hourlong, beginner-friendly acroyoga class then stay for a round of drinks. No partner needed!
    Sun., Jan. 19, 11am-12:30pm. $20.  
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    Austin Distance Challenge

    This is a series of local running events, kicking off with the CASA Superhero Run on Sun., Sept. 15, and ending with the Austin Marathon & Half Marathon on Sun., Feb. 16. The races increase in distance as the series progresses so it's an ideal training opportunity. Other races in the series include: Run for Water (Nov. 3), Decker Challenge (Dec. 15), and 3M Half Marathon (Jan. 19, 2020).
    CASA Superhero Run: Sun., Sept. 15, 7am (see website for other races). $75.  
    Various locations
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    Austin Flea at Radio Coffee & Beer

    Shop local handmade items and vintage wares, including jewelry, bath & body products, artwork, and more.
    Sun., Jan. 19, 10am-4pm. Free.  
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    Black & Blues: A Political Party

    Join the Black Austin Democrats for a party to motivate Black voters to get to the polls this primary season! Attendees will also learn about BAD's involvement with the 2020 census and 2021 redistricting.
    Sun., Jan. 19, 6-8:30pm. $50+.  
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    Cars & Coffee Austin

    Fam- and dog-friendly event where attendees can enjoy coffee and concessions while browsing cool cars. Portion of proceeds donated to a different charity each month.
    Sun., Jan. 19, 8am. Free admission; $5 car entry fee.  
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    City-Wide Vintage Sale

    Formerly known as City-Wide Garage Sale, it's like a hundred garage, uh, we mean vintage sales in one.
    Jan. 18-19. Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 11am-5pm. $7-12; ages 12 & under, free.  
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    Community Feedback on Safety & Mobility Projects

    Review and provide feedback for the draft 2020 Mobility Annual Plan, which includes sidewalks, safe routes to school, bikeways, urban trails, intersection safety, Vision Zero improvements, and more. Funded by the 2016 Mobility Bond, the final 2020 MAP is expected to be released in early March.
    Provide feedback through Feb. 2, 2020  
    Online
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    Country Club Creek Trail Cleanup

    Join the Lumber Society for a special trail cleanup in celebration of the Buzz Mill's seventh anniversary. Meet at Buzz Mill Riverside (1505 Town Creek) for a free coffee before taking off at 10:50am, or meet at the trail.
    Sun., Jan. 19, 11am-2pm  
    Country Club Creek Greenbelt, 3109 Burleson
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    Dachshund Races

    Watch the speedy weenies dash for prizes as the fastest, most talented, and best dressed; and donate to the local humane society.
    Sun., Jan. 19, 4-6pm. Free.
    Krause’s Café, New Braunfels
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    Kids

    Introductory Hip-Hop

    Open to ages 7-12 with no or little hip-hop dance experience.
    Sundays, 2:15-3pm. Through Feb. 23. $110 for six weeks.  
    Ballet Austin, 501 W. Third
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    Ladies and Gentlemen: Start Your Art Cars

    The Orange Show for Visionary Art is now accepting applications for mobile masterpieces for the 33rd Houston Art Car Parade (April 18).
    Deadline: Feb. 15
    Houston
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    Orpheus Academy of Music Open House

    Meet the teachers, join a jam session, try out an instrument, and tour the facility.
    Sun., Jan. 19, 2-4pm. Free.  
    Orpheus Academy of Music, 3918 Far West Blvd.
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    Public Affairs Forum With Jeff Travillion

    Join the Precinct 1 County Commissioner for a presentation on "2020 for Travis County."
    Sun., Jan. 19, noon-1pm. Free.
    First Unitarian Universalist Church, 4700 Grover
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    Sunday Tarot

    Join Carly for a 15-minute reading with the deck of your choice.
    Sundays, 6-8pm  
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    Transgender Health: Complex Medical Case Studies

    Central Texas providers share case studies on providing culturally competent medical care for trans and nonbinary patients. Medical providers are the target audience, but med students and novices are also welcome.
    Registration open! Event: Thu., Feb. 20, 6pm  
    Dell Pediatric Research Institute, 1400 Barbara Jordan Blvd
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    Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference During Tax Season

    United Way of Williamson County is looking for volunteers to help with free tax prep services in Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Liberty Hill, and Taylor. Work includes tax prep, translating, and greeting. No prior experience necessary, as a free training is provided, complete with IRS certification.: The sites will be open from Jan. 28 through April 15. Bilingual folks are sorely needed. Email, call, or visit the website for more info.
    Nov. 22-Jan. 23  
    Apply online
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    We Are Blood: ThunderCloud Subs

    Donate at any one of We Are Blood’s three donor centers or at any mobile blood drive to receive a voucher for a ThunderCloud small sub sandwich.
    Jan. 16-31  
    Austin-area We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
Ongoing
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    Austin FC Season Membership Deposits

    Austin's Major League Soccer team, Austin FC, is officially taking deposits for 2021 season memberships. Your deposit will reserve your spot in line, which means the earlier you purchase your membership, the earlier you're eligible to select your seats for the season.
    Ongoing. $50.  

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