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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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Earth Day Jubilee with The Trail Conservancy
Join The Trail Conservancy on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Jubilee celebration! Enjoy live music by Mr. Will, Motenko, and Brother Thunder, eco-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, and fun for the whole family.Sat. Apr. 20, 10am-2pmButler Park
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Annie Jump and the Library of Heaven
Acclaimed playwright Reina Hardy returns to the Vortex with her first National New Play Network rolling world premiere, bringing her magic and humor to this coming-of-age adventure for everyone who’s ever looked up at the stars and dreamed. "This remarkable play engages young adults and audiences of all ages, bringing science and imagination into the theatre." Directed by Marcus McQuirter and Rudy Ramirez, and starring Jeremy Rashad Brown, Oktavea LaToi, Dane Parker, Christina Blake, and Eva McQuade.Through July 3. Fri.-Sun., 8pm. $10 and up. -
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Cenicienta: A Bilingual Cinderella Story
Austin's Glass Half Full Theatre presents its award-winning “story within a story” using puppetry, performed in Spanish and English. Featuring Madison Palomo as Belinda, who – when she confronts her stepmother and stepsisters – learns to embrace her love of poetry and stand up for herself. This captivating bilingual Cinderella story is recommended for ages five and older.Available online through June 30. $10. -
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Yoga on the Lawn
Start your Friday off right with a peaceful yoga session on the beautiful museum grounds.Fridays, 9-10am
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Agave Festival Marfa
Agave spirit experts and chefs from around the world will come together to sample and talk about their favorite beverages.Fri.-Sun., June 25-27Marfa -
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Arts in the Park
Pack up your picnic blankets, pile everyone into the car, and set up on the great lawn for a summer filled with live entertainment, including music, movies, and theatre under the stars.Fridays, 7pm. Free.Buda Amphitheater & City Park, 204 San Antonio St., Buda -
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Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series
For a paw-some summer, register your li'l animal lover for AHS's virtual, hands-on educational sessions, including live shelter tours, dog walks, storytime with shelter pets, crafts, and dance sessions. It's all free, and supplies are provided via pickup or you can get a supply list online. Graduation is Aug. 6-7 and comes with a certificate and swag bag.June 1-Aug.7. Free.Virtual -
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Beyond Van Gogh
Cutting-edge projection technology creates an engaging journey into the world of Van Gogh.June 25-Sept. 5 -
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Drive-up HIV/STI Testing
No appointment is necessary. Tests offered: HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Questions? Call 512/972-5580.Fri., June 25, 9am-noon. Free.Rosewood-Zaragosa Neighborhood Center, 2800 Webberville Rd. -
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Escape the Box
Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75. -
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Esquina Tango Outdoor Classes
Esquina Tango has a full calendar of socially distanced, donation-based outdoor classes like samba, salsa aerobics, and of course, tango. Check out the full calendar online.Ongoing -
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Fiesta
After two years and multiple cancellations, the more than 125-year-old tradition is back with parades, street parties, music, and more.Thu.-Sun., June 17-27San Antonio -
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Frida Friday ATX
A market full of amazing vendors, food trucks, and music from DJ Kick It. Kind Clinic will provide on-site testing from 7-10pm.Fri., June 25, 6-10pm. Free. -
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Integral Care LGBTQIA Forum
Integral Care and WhatsintheMirror? chat mental health and well-being in the queer community.Fri., June 25, 1-2pm. Free (registration required).Online -
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Jazz Kween Presents: "Baby, We're Back"
Hosted by honorary jazz kween Pete Parsons, this is a night of music, comedy, and an open stage for anyone who's got a song to sing, story to tell, or bit to try out.Fri., June 25, 7:30-11:30pm. Free. -
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Marketing Essentials Webinar
This class gives you tips, tricks, and best practices for marketing your small business.Fri., June 25, 9am-4pm. Free (registration required).Online -
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No Stone Unturned: A Lifetime of Archaeology
Ben McReynolds has donated his extensive and unique collection to the museum. It will be on view for a year along with the permanent collection that includes artifacts from La Belle, the French ship discovered in Matagorda Bay; the story of ranching on the coast; and more than 13,000 years of Texas history.April 23, 2021-April 30, 2022. Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pmMuseum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria -
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Organizing Your Business for Success
Business Success Center presents a webinar about ways to arrange your business and the pros and cons of each one. Walk away with a process you can follow for stability and growth.Fri., June 25, 10am. Free.Online -
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ReThink Tank
Austin Creative Reuse invites you to drop in and see what you can fashion from used bicycle tubes. There's a contest for best reuse of the material, ending June 30; get guidelines from their blog.Fri., June 25, noon-4pm -
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SOLD OUT: Sip N Stroll: Festive in Florals
Get complimentary sips and snacks as you stroll down historic Main Street taking in local music and visiting downtown businesses. Tickets come with a custom tote, wine glass, and flower crown. The streets will be line with flowers and ribbon, so wear your best floral garb to get in the spirit.Fri., June 25, 5:30pm. $30.Downtown Buda -
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Summer Hip-Hop Classes
Dance to the latest styles of hip-hop dance and current hip-hop music. High-energy instructors teach basic to advanced levels.Offered daily throughout summer. $5-26. -
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Sunflower Festival
Walk through 6.5 acres with 35 varieties of pick-your-own sunflowers, but stay for the music, visit the petting zoo, or just play around on the farm.Through July 18. $18 online, $23 at gate.Sweet Eats Fruit Farm, Georgetown -
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T-Shirt Giveaway for Blood Donors
We Are Blood will give all blood/platelet donors a specially designed “Livin & Givin” T-shirt in June. Kick off the summer with a good deed and a fresh new wardrobe item. Appointments are mandatory; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through June 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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The Bullock Museum: Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow
This powerful show, a traveling exhibition organized by the New-York Historical Society, explores the transformative years after the Civil War and the rise of Jim Crow, centering on stories of African Americans who pursued the ideals of Reconstruction and persevered in the face of a developing legal system promoting racial inequality.Through Nov. 28 -
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Urban Legends Tournament
Features the axe-throwing skills games of "Blind Date" Doubles (learn your partner when you arrive) and Ambi. With the Urban Open just a month later, get your practice in with a premier rules double elimination tournament to follow skills.Fri., June 25, 7pm. $20. -
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Winter Storm Review Task Force Meeting
Planning and preparation for the task force’s final report and Council work session presentation on community members’ experiences during and in the aftermath of Winter Storm Uri.Fri., June 25, 11amVideoconference
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2021-22 Budget Engagement
The Budget Office’s website includes explanatory videos in English and Spanish about the city’s FY 2021-22 budgeting process, as well as a short survey for residents to share their thoughts on spending priorities. The mayor and City Council are scheduled to adopt Austin’s FY 2021-22 budget and tax rate between Aug. 11-13.OngoingOnline -
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Drive-Through Vaccine Clinic Volunteers
If you're interested in volunteering at Travis County's drive-through vaccine clinic at COTA, sign up here.Clinic open: Fridays-Sundays -
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Palm District Planning Survey
Austin’s Palm District is located on the eastern edge of Downtown between I-35 and Trinity St., running from Rainey St. to 15th St. The city's Housing and Planning Department seeks public input on the future of the area as it develops the final Palm District Small Area Plan. Explore the area, take a survey, and ask questions on the city’s project website.OngoingOnline -
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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide
