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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 5  
    Long Center for the Performing Arts
  • BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration

    Join BookSpring for an enchanting celebration of reading at BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration! Enjoy inspiring stories read aloud from pillars of the community, carnival games, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon makers, books, and refreshments (ALL FREE).
    Sat. May 4, 12pm-6pm  
    BookSpring
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    Sports

    Arena Weapon Arts

    Learn the skills involved in weapons-based martial arts. Beginners welcome.
    Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30pm. First lesson free.  
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    Atelier Beauté Chanel Pop-Up

    Stop in this fragrance and beauty workshop to try products and get skilled guidance.
    March 11-April 24. Free.  
    1009 S. Congress
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    Civic Events

    Austin Organic Gardeners Club Meeting

    John Dromgoole, founder of the Natural Gardener, will discuss why it's important now more than ever to grow our own food. He’ll explain the differences between a kitchen garden and a food garden, how to start a food garden, and ways to encourage others to do the same.
    Second Mondays, 7pm  
    Online via Zoom
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    Donate Blood, Get a Burger

    Donate blood or platelets and get a voucher for a free Whataburger. Make an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
    Through April 28  
    We Are Blood donor centers
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    Forts & Foes

    New players are always welcome at this friendly Dungeons & Dragons sesh.
    Mondays, 7-10pm. Free.  
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    Music Open Mic

    Bring your acoustic and showcase your best original songs or old classics.
    Mondays, 8-10pm  
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    Out of Town

    Obama Portraits Tour

    Portraits of the former president and first lady by Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald are on view before moving to the National Portrait Gallery.
    April 3-May 30  
    Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
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    Other Worlds Screenplay Contest

    Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).
    Final deadline: Aug. 20  
    Apply online
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    Texans Can Academies Annual Golf Classic

    Join business leaders in th community and help put students on track for graduation and a great future.
    Mon., April 11, 10am-4pm  
    The Golf Club at Star Ranch, 2500 FM 685, Hutto
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    Out of Town

    Texas Hill Country Wineries’ Wine and Wildflower Journey

    Take a self-guided tour to a dozen area wineries with complimentary tastings and wine discounts.
    March 28-April 22. $65-100.  
    Various locations
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    Tribe CBD Raffle

    Stop by Tribe to enter a raffle to win a CBD or Delta 8 bundle. Winners announced on Instagram Live.
    Through April 19; winner announced April 20, 4:20pm  
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    Sports

    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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    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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    Yoga for Healing

    Designed for anyone who wants to learn the science of healing from the inside out using ancient techniques.
    Mondays, 6:30pm. $22.  
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