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  • ICMCA presents Sarod and Flute legends - Basant Kabra and Nityanand Haldipur

    Join ICMCA for a tribute to the musical legacy of the legendary Annapurna Devi. This special concert features 2 of her most distinguished disciples: Basant Kabra on the sarod and Nityanand Haldipur on the flute - traveling from India for an exclusive performance, presented only by ICMCA. Accompanied by Abhijit Banerjee and Gourisankar on the Tabla.
    Sat. June 7, 5pm  
    Unity Church of the Hills
  • CYT Austin presents Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr.

    The Little Mermaid Jr. takes place in a magical kingdom beneath the sea, where a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, the king of the sea, escape the clutches of an evil sea witch and convince a prince that she’s the girl with the perfect voice. Tickets $18.
    June 19-28  
    Brentwood Christian School Performing Arts Center
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    Austin Bold FC

    They face Miami FC Saturday and Rio Grande Valley FC Tuesday.
    Sat., Aug. 14 & Tue., Aug. 17, 8pm  
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    Austin Home & Garden Show

    Shop for home furnishings, products, and services; get inspired for your next domestic project; connect with experts, and lots more. Special guests include Chet Garner (PBS's The Daytripper) and gardening expert Joel Karsten.
    Fri.-Sun., Aug. 13-15. $8 online; $10 at the door.  
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    Caturday Adoption Event

    Kitten season is still in high gear, so Austin Pets Alive! is waiving adoption fees and bringing fully vetted, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and chipped kitties to a special adoption event. Meet your new best friend across from Flower Child in the Domain.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 10am-3pm  
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    COTA Job Fair

    Circuit of the Americas is looking to hire 1,000 employees for the fall and winter events season, with opportunities for all levels and a variety of hospitality and management roles. Polish those résumés, dress in business casual, and be prepared to meet COTA recruiters as well as reps from several other companies. Bonus: go-kart discount cards and two free zipline flights for all attendees.
    Sat., Aug. 14 & 21, 9am-noon  
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    Donate Blood, Get Ice Cream

    “Pint for Pint” is back! We Are Blood teams up with Blue Bell Creameries to give donors a voucher for a free pint of ice cream. Appointments are mandatory; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.
    Aug. 1-14  
    We Are Blood donor centers
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    Museum Market

    From baked goods to vintage decor items, the monthly market on the beautiful museum grounds has something for everyone.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 10am-3pm  
    San Antonio
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    SOLD OUT: East Side Mini Open

    Check in at Kinda Tropical between noon and 4pm, then rove the Eastside to play 18 holes of mini golf at 10 locations, and maybe win a prize. Proceeds benefit doggie nonprofit Love-A-Bull.
    Sat., Aug. 14, noon-7pm. $20.  
    Various locations
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    UPDATED: Waterloo Park Reopening CommUNITY Day

    Due to COVID-19, all events and programs are postponed, but the park will still open to the public on Aug. 14. Get lost exploring 11 acres of revitalized greenspace, 1.5 miles of trails, stunning Hill Country Gardens, the Moody Amphitheater, and so much more. CommUNITY Day will activate every corner of Waterloo Park, with musical and performing arts at Lebermann Plaza, kids’ activities at the Kitty King Powell Lawn, and STEM programming at the Meredith Heritage Tree Deck. Explore booths from a dozen community partners, and in the evening, enjoy the “Taste of Austin” concert showcase at the Moody Amphitheater, featuring Austin live music staple performances.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 10am-10pm  
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    AISD COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

    Second-dose vaccines are available for all AISD community members 12 years of age and older. Walk-ins welcome; no appointment required.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 10am-2pm. Free.  
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    All-Ages Virtual Storytime

    Featuring stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and other extension activities. Registration required.
    Saturdays, 10:30am  
    Virtual
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    Alzheimer's Association Volunteer Call

    Want to join the fight against Alzheimer's disease? Whether you can spare a few hours a week or can make a more significant time commitment, they can find the right fit for your interest and skills.
    Ongoing  
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    Art Squared Arts Market

    The San Marcos Art League presents a day of artists, art demonstrations, activities for kids, and music on the courthouse square.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 9am-2pm  
    San Marcos
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    Austin City Council Redistricting Public Forums

    The Austin Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission will soon redraw the 10 City Council districts, and are holding public forums to gather input from each current district. Due to COVID-19, previously scheduled in-person forums will now be held online.
    Tuesdays & Saturdays through Aug. 17  
    Online via Zoom
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    Austin FC Watch Party

    Team supporters Austin Anthem will be watching the away game vs. Real Salt Lake.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 9pm  
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    Austin FC Watch Party

    CMW's massive beer hall and biergarten make it a great place to check out the game, projected in the beer hall and on the taproom TVs.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 9pm  
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    Austin Fire Youth Explorers

    City of Austin Fire Department is recruiting youth ages 14-20 to join Exploring, Boy Scouts of America's character and career development program for youth. The AFD Explorer Post #370 teaches youth about careers in fire rescue and helps them sharpen leadership skills.
    Deadline: Oct. 1. Free.  
    Apply online
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    Austin Flea

    Visit tons of local vendors and grab a sweet treat from the bakery.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 10am-3pm  
    Captain Quack's, 5326 Menchaca Rd.
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    Austin Hounds Calendar Contest

    To help reach the fundraising goal of $10,000 for nonprofit Hound Rescue, Dog Days Photography is holding a calendar contest with a $10 entry fee and vote cost of $1 each. Thirteen lucky puppers will appear in the calendar, and each week will feature mini contests with winning dogs receiving prizes from sponsor businesses. Contest opens at 7am Mon., July 12; get more deets and enter online.
    July 12-Aug. 23. $10 donation.  
    Online
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    Austin Torch

    The women's Ultimate Frisbee team travels to Portland for the Premier Ultimate League Championship Series International tournament. Find them on Twitter @atxtorch for streaming info.
    Fri.-Sun., Aug. 13-15  
    Portland
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    Awakened Life Live

    Ready for your next level? Step into your calling with people on the same path, and experience life the way it was meant to be lived: with peace, purpose, passion, and freedom.
    Sat., Aug. 14. 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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    Cedar Park Scavenger Hunt

    Cedar Park Parks & Rec presents a scavenger hunt you do at your own pace at each of its 10 lovely parks. Find the QR code, solve the clue, and take a photo to submit for a chance to win prizes.
    Through Sept. 30  
    Various locations
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    Coffee With a Ranger

    Stop by the park ranger station (the stone cottage near the playground) for complimentary coffee or tea and a chance to chat with a ranger about the best place to hike, the identity of a bug you found, or whatever might be on your mind about the outdoors.
    Saturdays, 10am-noon  
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    Donate Blood, Enter to Win Graphics Card

    Donate blood or platelets this month to be entered in a drawing to win a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Founders Edition graphics card, a hard-to-find and valuable item. Appointments are mandatory; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.
    Through Aug. 31  
    We Are Blood donor centers
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    Encore Saturdays

    Enjoy an upscale atmosphere with live music, dinner, and an afterparty, with bottle service and hookahs available. Great for special occasions and celebrations for large parties.
    Saturdays. $10 and up.  
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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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    Gigglebox Drawing Workshop & Pop-Up

    Hearth & Soul hosts a pop-up with Gigglebox's Missi Jay featuring a collection of totes, cards, and more, and on Saturday, kids can join a mini drawing workshop.
    Thu.-Sat., Aug. 12-14; workshops on Aug. 14, 11am, 1pm & 3pm  
    Hearth & Soul, 2727 Exposition
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    Hill Country Comic Con

    Fans gather to celebrate the world of comics and pop culture with a chance to meet special guests.
    Sat.-Sun., Aug. 14-15  
    New Braunfels
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    Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission Meeting

    Provide public comment and feedback on Austin’s current City Council district map with the commission that’s tasked with redrawing the city’s 10 Council district boundaries. This meeting focuses specifically on District 1.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 1pm  
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    Jaws on the Water (1975)

    Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water ... Alamo Drafthouse is bringing back the beloved "dive-in" screening of Jaws. As in years past, you'll view the film from a flotation device as scuba divers tease your dangling toes, and tickets get you access to the water park prior to the film. This year, bring your own floatie, and snap up those tix fast because attendance will be limited!
    Saturdays through Aug. 21, 5pm  
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    Jen's Gentle Yoga

    A class suitable for all levels, even beginners. Ends with meditation and deep relaxation.
    Second Saturdays, 9am
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    Live Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing

    Post time for the ponies is 1pm as the thoroughbred and quarter horses go through their paces.
    Sat.-Sun., Aug. 14-15, 28-29  
    Fredericksburg
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    Live Stand-Up Comedy & a Movie

    Live comedy starts at 9, followed by a film at 10:30.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 9pm. $20.  
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    Los Verdes Austin FC Away Travel

    Austin FC supporters Los Verdes have limited tickets available for some upcoming away games. Email them if you're interested in traveling to support the team.
    Sat., Aug. 7  
    Various locations
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    Love Where You Live Day

    Keep Austin Beautiful developed this event to invite Austinites to beautify the areas around their homes and neighborhoods. Pick up some litter, weed a garden bed, or rake some leaves; it’s up to you! Check out the website for details on cleanup kit registration and social media giveaways.
    Second Saturdays, 9-11am  
    Citywide
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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-4pm  
    Museum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria
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    Outdoor Storytime

    Start the day with alfresco stories and songs from Miss Jane.
    Saturdays, 8:30am  
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    Shakespeare at Winedale

    Student actors present unique takes of Twelfth Night, Romeo and Juliet, and Richard III in the: converted barn.
    Fri.-Sun., July 30-Aug. 15. $10.  
    Round Top
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    Sip & Stride

    Free group run hosted by STRIDE 5th Street and Gopuff followed by guided stretching and a complimentary brunch provided by Bandit Coffee.
    Sat., Aug. 14, 10am. Free.  
    Bandit Coffee, 706 N. Lamar
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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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    Summer Sesh

    An all-day summer party at the brewery where they showcase amazing bands, bring out a giant slip 'n' slide, and host a water-balloon war, live screenprinting, vendors, and a Hawaiian shirt contest.
    Sat., Aug. 14, noon-12mid. Free.  
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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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    Trivia With Get It Gals

    "Best of Austin" winners Get It Gals are back with tons of trivia nights planned for y'all, with several based on TV programs you may have binged over the last year for some reason. Stay tuned on their socials because they are all over the place.
    Ongoing  
    Various locations
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    Virtual Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin

    Stronger Austin has a full slate of free exercise classes available via Zoom, ranging from MixxedFit to Zumba, family yoga to yoga en español, and lots more, taking place in the morning, afternoon, or evening, so there's bound to be something that fits your schedule. And did we mention they're all free?
    Mon.-Sat., times vary  
    Online
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