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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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Austin Animal Center Needs Help
Austin Animal Center has sent out a plea for help. The shelter is short-staffed, and they've had a higher than usual influx of animal friends that don't have a home. If you have room in your home for a temporary fur friend, or maybe you want to provide some of your time and energy, contact AAC today.Ongoingaustintexas.gov -
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Austin FC Preseason Match
Austin FC hosts Liga MX Apertura 2021 title winners Atlas FC in a preseason friendly match.Wed., Feb. 16, 8pm -
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Texas Stars
Vs. Milwaukee Admirals. Fri.-Sat., Feb. 11-12, 7pm. Vs. Grand Rapids Griffins. Tue.-Wed., Feb. 15-16, 7pm
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"Les Diners de Gala" by Salvador Dalí
The Spanish surrealist painter illustrated the cookbook Gala’s Dinners in 1973 that included 136 recipes by French chefs. This traveling exhibit features 12 lithographs that were released in conjunction with the book and are some of his most unique experimental prints.Jan. 15-March 27. Free.Noël Art Museum, San Angelo -
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AHS Car Raffle
The Austin Humane Society and Roger Beasley Mazda are teaming up to celebrate two major milestones with their annual raffle: AHS will celebrate its 70th anniversary, and RBM will celebrate its 50th anniversary, so they’re “Wheelin’ in the Years” and raffling off a beautiful Mazda 2021 MX-5 Miata Grand Touring convertible. Each ticket purchase provides one night of safe and warm shelter, nutritious food, quality medical care, and lots of love for a cat or dog who is waiting to find a home. Raffle ticket purchases must be made by a Texas resident over 18.Drawing held Sat., April 9, noon. $20 each or three for $50.Buy online -
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AISD Repurposing: Anita Ferrales Coy Site
Share your thoughts and ideas on how Austin ISD can use the Anita Ferrales Coy site.Wed., Feb. 16, 6-7pmOnline -
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Alamo Austin Air's Community Canine Contest
Alamo Austin Air Conditioning & Heating is raising awareness about animals in need with a special contest. All you have to do is vote online for your favorite shelter, and everyone wins something. The contestants are PAWS Shelter, Austin Pets Alive!, and Austin Humane Society. You can vote once a day.Feb. 15-March 31. Free.Vote online -
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Climate Conversation Livestream
Windsor Park Climate Committee presents a conversation with Mayor Steve Adler about the recent UN COP26 summit.Wed., Feb. 16, 7-8pm. Free.Livestream via YouTube -
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Craft Workshops
Want to learn a new skill like soapmaking, macrame, screenprinting, or calligraphy? CRAFT has a variety of intimate in-person workshops scheduled covering those and more, and they provide all the tools and supplies. They're small, so register ASAP to snag a spot. Or schedule a private workshop for your own small group and choose your own crafting adventure!Ongoing -
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Dance Fitness Workout
Drop in anytime to get your heart rate up at a fun workout set to upbeat music.Wednesdays, 11am. $5-26. -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Cookies
It's Girl Scout cookie season again, so We Are Blood has formed a sweet partnership with Girl Scouts of Central Texas to reward blood and platelet donors with a free box. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.Through Feb. 28We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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Every Dog Is Lovable
Local pet photogs Dog Days host a campaign to raise funds for nonprofit Hound Rescue, wherein pet parents submit a pic and story of their doggos, and the public votes for their faves. Qualifying dogs get a professional photo shoot and are featured in an upcoming coffeetable book, and prizes are given out biweekly to dogs with the most points.Voting open through March 19. $10 donation to enter, $1 per vote.Online -
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Healing the Sacred Wound
A class on the theme "The Consciousness of Prosperity," which will combine transformative tools, energetic clearings, and meditative activations to generate change within and consciousness around the world.Wed., Feb. 16, 7:30pm. Free; donations encouraged. -
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Healthspeak Education Series: Cardiology
Celebrate Heart Month and join interventional cardiologists Angel Caldera and Jose Condado Contreras for an informational discussion on the latest advances in taking care of the masterpiece inside you.Wed., Feb. 16, noon. Free.Online via Zoom -
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Helen Lee Estate Daffodil Gardens
Every year Mrs. Lee’s 816-acre tract becomes covered in blooming gold daffodils along a 4-mile trail.Mid-February through March. By donation.Gladewater -
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March 2022 Joint Primary Election
Make a plan to get to the polls and find a polling site online or by calling 512/238-VOTE (8683). Follow the Chronicle’s election coverage here.Early voting through Feb. 25; election day is Tue., March 1Anywhere you see a "Vote Here/Aquí" sign -
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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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SIN Night at the Collaboratory
Austin Eastciders rewards service industry professionals for their hard work with karaoke, $3 pints, and select sixers for only $5.Wednesdays, 3-10pm -
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University of Texas Women's Basketball
Vs. Oklahoma. Sat., Feb. 12, 7pm. Vs. Iowa State. Wed., Feb. 16, 7pm -
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Virtual Fitness Classes
Stronger Austin has a full slate of free virtual classes all week long, from cardio & strength to Zumba, so you can always fit some fitness in your schedule.Ongoing. Free.Online -
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Wine Lovers Celebration
Take a self-guided tour of more than 40 Hill Country wineries with complimentary tastings and discounts on purchases.Through Feb. 25. $100/couple, $65/individual.Various Hill Country wineries -
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YMCA Early Learning Readiness Program
A free community program for qualifying low-income families that focuses on preparing children ages 2-4 for school, while providing their caregivers with the tools to facilitate their child’s development. Classes are offered twice a week in English and Spanish and last one hour.English: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Spanish: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am.. Free.Online
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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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Primary Election Day Worker
Over 600 spots need to be filled at polling locations for the March 1 primaries; this is a paid position through Travis County.Dec. 14-March 1 -
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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