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Pre-College Showcase in Latin American Studies
The Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin will host a free pre-college showcase for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration required. Parking and food included. More details online.Sat. May 17, 10am-3pmBenson Latin American Collection, 2nd Floor
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AHS Pup Crawl
Get in the howl-iday spirit with a bar crawl along Rainey to raise much-needed funds for the pets at Austin Humane Society.Sat., Dec. 4, 2pmRainey Street -
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Community First! Village Holiday Market
Holiday films will screen at the Community Cinema, food trucks will be on-site, and you might even see Santa at this market packed with unique items crafted by village artisans.Fri.-Sat., Dec. 10-11, 4-9pm. Free. -
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DeSTEMber Extravaganza
Join Girlstart for free, frosty hands-on STEM fun for the whole family: Design an LED holiday card, launch rubber band helicopters, create fluffy snow, and lots more.Sat., Dec. 4, 9:30am-12:30pm. Free. -
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Downtown Holiday Stroll
Enjoy free and family-friendly events all month, and with your Downtown Passport, collecting stamps at participating businesses can get you entered in a drawing for prizes. Grand prize is a Hotel ZaZa staycation package, and others include gift cards and even a ukulele!Through Dec. 31Downtown Austin -
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Downtown Tree Lighting
Kick off the season with KUT and KUTX, witnessing the lighting of the 45-foot-tall tree and singing along with some holiday tunes.Sat., Dec. 4, 6pm -
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Hanukkah at Agudas Achim
Congregation Agudas Achim offers a variety of fun and exciting experiences for all ages throughout the eight-day festival of lights, with virtual and in-person options. Latkes are available for pickup Nov. 29 or Dec. 3, just place the order by Nov. 24 or 28.Nov. 28-Dec. 6 -
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Peppermint Parkway
The holiday tradition at COTA is back and bigger than ever, with tons of fun for the family to be enjoyed from the car or at Peppermint Plaza. There's a mile of immersive displays, millions of lights, dancing elves, and race fans will enjoy taking a lap around the F1 track.Through Dec. 30 -
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Safer Together: Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction Saves Lives
RRCD & SIMS Foundation have partnered with Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza's office to present an evening of awareness and live music across three venues in the Red River Cultural District, with all locations collecting donations for SIMS.Sat., Dec. 4, 8pm. Free; donations encouraged. -
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Saturday Morning Caffeine Cruise
Costumes are encouraged at this Social Cycling Austin ride that starts with breakfast and coffee.Sat., Dec. 4, 10:30am -
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Winter Wanderland
"Snow Close, Yet Snow Far Out" is the theme for this festive series of holiday happenings. Enjoy the neon rainbow decor, seasonal bevvies and treats, and fun activities, including photos with Santa on Friday and carols with Mrs. Claus on Saturday.Through Dec. 26. Donations for Council on At-Risk Youth suggested. -
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Yard Bar's Annual Pugly Sweater Party
Get a fur family portrait done, grab gifts from pet product vendors, visit adoptable pups, and don your pugliest holiday sweater for the contest. Proceeds benefit Pug Rescue Austin.Sat., Dec. 4, noon-3pm. $5.
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"Georgia O’Keeffe, Photographer"
Known for her paintings and married to a famous photographer, this is the first exhibition that explores: O’Keeffe’s connection to photography.Sun., Oct. 17-Jan. 23, 2022Museum Fine Arts, Houston -
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41st Annual Budafest
A weekend packed with live music at the amphitheatre, a craft and art market, kids' activities, a "reindog" parade, snow play area, and lots more!Fri.-Sun., Dec. 3-5. Free.Buda -
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All-Ages Virtual Storytime
Featuring stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and other extension activities. Registration required.Saturdays, 10:30amVirtual -
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Austin FC Holiday Merch
Find the perfect gifts for soccer fans and celebrate Austin's MLS team's first season with ornaments, stockings, apparel, pet supplies, and pretty much anything else you can think of with the Verde logo in green & black.OngoingOnline or at Verde Store: 506 Congress or 10414 McKalla Place -
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Austin Trail of Lights
The drive-through format for the trail means the fam can take in the magic of the beautiful light displays while you play holiday tunes and enjoy Christmas cookies.Select dates through Dec. 31 -
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Baby Bloomers
A special program for visitors ages 0-3 and their families, providing caregivers and early learners the chance to experience the children's museum together. Thinkery will host two storytimes and free play that support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of the earliest learners.Saturdays, 8-10am -
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Backyard Makers Market
Features handmade goods from Windsor Park and other Austin makers, from ceramics to woodworking to jewelry and more.Sat., Dec. 4, 11am-4pm1306 Berkshire -
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Beto O’Rourke Campaign Kick-off
Democratic candidate Beto O’Rourke kicks off his campaign for Texas governor.Sat., Dec. 4, 6:30pm. Free. -
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Black Fret Ball
Twenty acts in four hours will entertain with what they call a "real-life mixtape" to raise funds for music nonprofit Black Fret.Sat., Dec. 4, 6pm. $100. -
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Austin's fave shopping destination for the holidays is the place to find unique jewelry, art, home goods, and gifts with oodles of Austin flair.Through Dec. 23, 10am-10pm; Dec. 24, 10am-6pm. Free entry. -
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Body Collective Holiday Pop-Up Market
Shop the artist market, get 10% off Body Collective gift cards, enjoy free snacks and sips, and take a free class: Nineties Music Video Fit at 10:30am or Energizing Vinyasa Flow at 2:30pm.Sat., Dec. 4, noon-4pm. Free.Body Collective, 5501 N. Lamar Ste. C-111 -
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Carol of Lights
The day starts with the farmers market and ends with a lighted parade with a car show, food trucks, and: lots of fun in between.Sat., Dec. 4, 8am-7pm. Free.Lampasas -
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Casa Marianella Seeks Donations
They're open 9am-10pm daily (1-10pm Wednesdays) to receive monetary and other donations for its shelter and service center for immigrants and asylum seekers.Nov. 29-Jan. 1 -
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Christmas Artisan Mercado
Find handcrafted Latino art, jewelry, clothing, and crafts for everyone on your list.Through Sat., Dec. 11 -
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Christmas at Fort Concho
Head out to the frontier for a Christmas celebration at the fort with reenactors, activities, a food court, and music stages.Fri.-Sun., Dec. 3-5. $3-7.San Angelo -
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Christmas in the Country
Santa will make an appearance, as will 20,000 pounds of snow, holiday vendors, and lots of kids’ activities.Sat., Dec. 4, 10am-4pm. Free.Victoria -
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Christmas Market Days
Shop until you drop with the artisans and then get something to eat at the food vendors and restaurants.Sat.-Sun., Dec. 4-5. Free.Gruene -
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Community Healing Circle
An evening of relaxation and rejuvenation with one of Austin’s most unique alternative healing events.Sat., Dec. 4, 5-7pm. $25-35.Flow Yoga, 4477 S. Lamar -
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Cookies With Santa at Frost Bank
Have a free sweet treat and meet the big guy himself.Sat., Dec. 4, 10am-noon. Free.Frost West Lake Hills, 5656 Bee Caves Rd. -
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Crafting With Nature
Bring kids ages 4-10 to make crafts out of the natural beauty of Texas after a nature discovery hike.Sat., Feb. 5, 10am -
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Decondition Your Programming With Human Design
This class will take you into the most essential components of your Human Design to unlock the secrets to deconditioning your programming and allowing your life purpose to unfold.Saturdays, Dec. 4-18, 1:30pm. $22. -
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Dickens on the Strand
The port city reverts to the days of Victorian London with street performers, vendors, parades, and: holiday food and drink.Fri.-Sun., Dec. 3-5Galveston -
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Donate Blood to Win Prizes
Blood donations are especially needed around the holidays, so We Are Blood is offering a prize drawing with very special gifts for three lucky donors: a Playstation 5, an Ooni pizza oven, or an Apple Watch 7. Schedule an appointment online or by calling 512/206-1266.Nov. 30-Dec. 31We Are Blood donor centers -
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Dreamland Kids' Day
A day of fun for kids to enjoy activities like like face painting, a balloon artist, rock painting, and a fun new bouncy house. Kids with a November birthday get free activities.Sat., Nov. 5, 10am-1pm. Free entry; activity tickets $1 or 15 for $12. -
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Drummer & Dancer Auditions
Interested in becoming part of a West African drum and dance performance company? Join the open call. Registration required; email dance@lannaya.org.Sat., Dec. 4, 1:30pm. free. -
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Farm Yoga
Enjoy a peaceful morning vinyasa flow session on the farm, then explore the homestead and shop produce, eggs, and local goods.Sat., Nov. 6 & 20, Dec. 4. $30. -
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Food for Thought
Psychiatry prof Hector Garcia will give a talk titled “The Evolutionary Roots of Our Political Divide.” Sponsored by the Center for Inquiry Austin.Sat., Dec. 4, 3pm. Free.Trinity Church, 4001 Speedway -
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Georgetown Square Lights
The "Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas" is merry and bright for the season, lit with tens of thousands of bulbs. Shop the square for a perfect gift and warm up with some hot cocoa as you take in the sights.Through Jan. 1. Free. -
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Graham Reynolds Ruins the Holidays
Reynolds and an all-star tenpiece band present unique renditions of holiday classics, most of them played in a minor key.Fri., Dec. 3. $29. -
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Holiday Bazaar
Still Austin will be serving spiked eggnog, hot toddies, and more to sip while you shop the outdoor market for the perfect gifts this holiday season.Sat., Dec. 4, 11am-3pmWild Heart Yoga, 5604 Bee Caves Rd. -
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Holiday Block Party
Enjoy snacks and drinks, live music from Eric Bettancourt and Erica Michelle, and enter to win prizes like a gift basket or store credit.Sat., Dec. 4, noon-4pmLuxe Refill, 5501 N. Lamar -
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Holiday Choral Concert
Join nonprofit Drive a Senior ATX for a special night of joyous holiday melodies by the Reverent Few, Lewis Christian Band, Brian Scartocci, Temple Beth Shalom Kids' Choir, St. Albert the Great Choir, and more. Tickets include a raffle for prizes as well.Sat., Dec. 4, 6pm. $10-20.Virtual -
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Holiday in the Hills Light Trail
Experience the beauty of the Texas Hill Country infused with sparkling lights and holiday cheer, then end your walk down the trail with a family-friendly game of glow-in-the-dark miniature golf at Santa's Magical Toy Shop.Through Jan. 3, 5-9pm. Free. -
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Holiday Model Train Exhibit
Austin Tinplate Trackers put on an exhibit twice as large as the last one, found at Kalahari's Tom Foolerys Adventure Park & Arcade, offering tons of family fun!Through Jan. 1. Wed.-Sun., 2-7pmKalahari Resort, 3001 Kalahari Blvd. -
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Holiday Pet Photos
Get that purr-fect pic of your pet and check out the swag station to raise funds for Austin Pets Alive! Reserve a time slot online.Sat., Dec. 4, 10am-4pm. $40. -
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Holiday Pop-Up Market
A couple dozen vendors, along with DJs, live music, food, and Christmas cocktails.Sat., Dec. 4, noon-7pm. Free.Hotel Vegas & the Volstead, 1500 E. Sixth -
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Holiday Sale at the Contemporary
Find design-forward gifts crafted by local makers and creative designers from around the world.Sat.-Sun., Dec. 4-5. Free.Jones Center, 700 Congress; Laguna Gloria, 3809 W. 35th -
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Holistically Healing Black Maternal Health
A daylong event to increase the sense of urgency around the Black maternal health crisis, re-envision a holistic maternal health care system, and improve connectivity within the maternal health care sphere.Sat., Dec. 4, 9am-5pm. Free. -
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Ice Ball 2021: BBBS 50th Anniversary Special
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters for a night of elegance, inspiration, and revelry that makes a lifetime of difference for children in our community. With cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a seated dinner, live and silent auctions, live music and more, it’s an exciting evening for a good cause, and you can choose to attend in person or from home, and have the party brought to you.Sat., Dec. 4, 6-11pm. By donation.Fairmont Austin Hotel -
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Journey Through Breath & FreeFlow Breath Breathwork
Breathwork reduces stress, improves physical states in the body, and provides emotional release and trauma integration.Saturdays, 5pm. $22. -
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La Grange Trail of Lights
Stroll around the grounds of the historic site while enjoying entertainment, refreshments, family activities, and visits with Santa.Dec. 17-23, 5:30-8pm. $3-7.La Grange -
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Lightscape
The mile-long walking trail of lights creates an enchanted garden of monumental light displays.Through Jan. 2. $18-25.San Antonio -
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Luminations
Enjoy the natural wonder of winter in the beautiful Texas Arboretum. Featuring thousands of luminarias, seasonal food and drink, and the light-splashed forts of Fortlandia.Select dates through Jan. 30 -
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Marquise Salon Suites Toys for Tots Drop-Off
The salon celebrates its first anniversary by partnering with the Marines to collect new, unwrapped toys for children in need.Through Dec. 6. Mon., 10am-3pm; Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pmMarquise Salon Suites, 7010 Hwy. 71 W. #150 -
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Miracle on Fifth Street
Austin's fave Christmas cocktail pop-up is back with a dizzying menu of creative concoctions. Grab a Dasher Pass to skip the outside line, and to-go orders can be taken online. A portion of proceeds from to-go sales will go to Austin Pets Alive! and the Austin Children's Shelter.Nov. 19-Dec. 28 -
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Morning Kundalini
Classes incorporate powerful breathwork practices, movement, mantra chanting, and a closing 7-11 minute meditation. Beginners are always welcome.Saturdays, 10am. $22. -
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Mostlygreen Launch Giveaway
Sustainability veterans Mason Arnold and Jessica Kezar have launched a platform for the community of people trying to do right by the planet, with a website, a YouTube channel, and a podcast about sustainability. Celebrate the launch by visiting the site to learn more and enter to win prizes like a trip to Belize, a clean eating bundle, and more.Through Dec. 6Online -
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Musical Advent Calendar
Alex Coke (flutes, saxophone) and Elaine Barber (harp) offer you a musical calendar to mark the days of Advent, with a new song via mp3 each day covering various styles.Dec. 1-24. $25.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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Sammy's House Winter Festival
Activities include photos with Santa, train rides, games, a bounce house, ornament decorating, and more! Admission is $5 per child; free for Sammy's House families.Sat., Dec. 4, 11am-3pm -
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St. Edward's University Men's Basketball
Vs. Arlington Baptist.Sat., Dec. 4, 3pmRecreation & Athletic Center, 3001 S. Congress -
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St. Edward's University Women's Basketball
Vs. Schreiner. Thu., Dec. 2, 6pm. Vs. Southwestern. Sat., Dec. 4, 1pmRecreation & Athletic Center, 3001 S. Congress -
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St. Elmo Brewing's Fifth Anniversary Party
Cheers five years of great beers with live bluegrass, special releases, anniversary shirts, and a promo involving a very cool prize when you find a golden lid in your six-pack of Carl.Sat., Dec. 4, noon-10pm. Free. -
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Starry Starry Nights
Walk through the lighting displays in Badu Park along the Llano River for a new Christmas memory.Through Dec. 31Llano -
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Starstock
Enjoy live music from Madam Radar, games, a campfire, and stargazing, then camp out for the night.Sat.-Sun., Dec. 4-5. $25.South of Bastrop -
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Stronger Austin Virtual Classes
Stronger Austin offers a wide variety of free virtual fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba, and you're bound to find one that fits your schedule amongst their daily offerings.Ongoing. Free.Online via Zoom -
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Texas Winter Park
Get in the spirit at this holiday theme park with a giant Christmas tree, a bounce house, and tons of attractions like bumper cars and a bobsled ride.Dec. 2-4. $30. -
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The Front Market Holiday Series
An outdoor market with a new lineup of 30+ vendors each weekend, with rotating brunch menus and DJ sets to boot. Weekend one's theme is Art Date, with a lovely lineup of women and queer artists. Weekend two is Sustain Local in honor of National Small Business Weekend. The third will be Cozy Season, including a tamale pop-up and holiday vendors. The final installment is Santa, Baby, and will feature decadent brunch and two days of drag.Saturdays & Sundays, Nov. 27-Dec. 12. By donation. -
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The Mad Hatter's Ovation
Join the Asian Chamber for a Mad Hatter-themed celebration of Asian Pacific American heritage, recognizing businesses, organizations, and individuals who've contributed to the community's success.Sat., Dec. 4, 6pm. $270.Austin Marriott Downtown, 304 E. Cesar Chavez -
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The Man Who Wanted to Be Santa Claus
A delightful holiday comedy play set in a small-town sheriff's office.Dec. 2-5 & 9-12. Thu.-Fri., 7pm; Sat.-Sun., 2pm -
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The Trains at NorthPark
Benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, the longstanding tradition features the most elaborate miniature toy train exhibit in Texas, with trains rolling along 1,300 feet of track on a journey across America.Nov. 13-Jan. 2. $5-10.NorthPark Center, Dallas -
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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.OngoingVarious locations
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Austin LGBT Chamber Holiday Toy Drive
Austin’s queer business chamber hosts its annual drive for new (and unwrapped) toys, clothing, and shoes for local children. Donations will go to children and families enrolled in LifeWorks programs and CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Travis County programs. See here for a list of drop-off locations and suggested donations.Through Dec. 10Multiple locations -
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Austin Strategic Mobility Plan Survey
Austin Transportation Department seeks community members’ feedback on three new policy changes to the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan, the city’s first comprehensive, multimodal transportation plan.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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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