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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, 5pmUnity Church of the Hills
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Black History Bowl
Austin Justice Coalition invites Black youth to compete in a fun, educational game-show-style event focused on Black history, with three age divisions for grades three to 12.Sat., Feb. 25, noon-3pmTexas Empowerment Academy, 6414 N. Hampton -
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Gumbo Fest
This post-Mardi Gras celebration hosts local gumbo gourmets vying for prizes and bragging rights bestowed by expert guest judges and the people's choice awards. Plus DJs and an artist market from Eastside Pop Up. Dog-friendly and all-ages. Email [email protected] to enter the competition.Sat., Feb. 25, 3-6pm. Free. -
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"Tangible/Nothing"
In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.Through July 30, 2023Ruby City, San Antonio -
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"Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"
This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free. -
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17th Annual Austin Firefighter’s Ball
The Austin African-American Firefighters Association presents a semiformal ball to raise funds for the Ed Bridges Scholarship Fund, featuring an exquisite meal, excellent keynote speaker, entertainment, cash bar, firefighter tribute, silent auction, and more.Sat., Feb. 25, 6pm. $70-85. -
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Adult Skate Night
Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight -
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Arena Weapon Arts Beginner Sword Practice
Learn about steel fencing and stickfighting with historical weapons, using modern sport science.Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays -
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ATX Walk Bike Roll Feedback Needed
The city is seeking feedback on its plans guiding how urban trails, sidewalks, crosswalks, and bike lanes are built.Through March 20Online -
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Austin Outlaws Fundraiser
The local women's tackle football team is gearing up for the spring season and holding a fundraiser selling some snuggly hoodies. Show your support for the team by ordering one in advance of the season opener April 22.Through Feb. 25 -
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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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Black History Month Kid's Day at the Carver
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Cinderella
This enchanting musical fairy tale will put a spell on audiences of all ages. In partnership with Deaf Austin Theatre and performed simultaneously in English and American Sign Language, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella showcases favorite tunes and plenty of stage magic.Through March 5 -
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Cistern Experiential Tours
Take a 30-minute tour of the former underground drinking water reservoir built in 1926 and experience the cavern’s calming space and unusual architecture.Wed.-Sun., 11am-5pm. $10.Houston -
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Concordia Baseball
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Cooking Day at Central Library
The library celebrates all things culinary with a kitchen supply and recipe swap (11am), the inaugural meeting of the APL Cooking Club (1pm), and "Eat the World" (2pm), a demonstration of a traditional African-American dish in honor of Black History Month.Sat., Feb. 25, 11am-3pm. Free. -
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Cupid's Undie Run
Strip down to your skivvies for a run to benefit and support those affected by NF, a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body and affects 1 in every 3,000 births. The run will be bookended by drinks and dancing.Sat., Feb. 25, noon-4pm. $40. -
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Dallas Blooms
The largest floral show in the Southwest features 500,000 spring blooms, plus azaleas and Japanese cherry trees.Feb. 25-April 16Dallas -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Girl Scout Cookies
Kick off cookie season and do some good by donating blood or platelets and getting a sweet reward of Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Patties, and other faves.Throughout February. Free.We Are Blood donation centers -
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Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat
Everyone’s favorite cat comes to mischievous life in ZACH Theatre’s production of the Dr. Seuss classic.Feb. 24-April 23. Fri., Feb. 24, 7pm; Sat.-Sun., 2pm -
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Drawing & Painting Classes for Kids
Calling all mini Monets! Registration is now open for afterschool and weekend art classes with professional artist and educator Amanda Jones, teaching students ages 8-18. Professional illustrator Carly Dennis also offers a special weekly class for younger artists.Ongoing. $122.50-160 monthly.607 W. St Johns #10 -
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Emergency Preparedness Calendar Contest
The city's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management will feature student artwork in the 2024 Emergency Preparedness Calendar. Central Texas students in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to create art to be considered for the calendar, which will be distributed at libraries and available for download online.Deadline: March 31. Winners announced in April -
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Express Estate Planning Workshop
Walk away with a fully executed, simple estate plan with all the documents you need during life and death. Contact 512/974-1700 or [email protected] for registration or questions.Sat., Feb. 25, 10am-noon -
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Farm Yoga at Boggy Creek
Enjoy a peaceful morning vinyasa on the farm preceded by a quick class with East Austin Succulents and followed by exploring Austin's oldest homestead and shopping fresh local goods, produce, and eggs.Saturdays, 8:30am. Free. -
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February Donation Classes Benefiting AAUL
To honor Black History Month, Castle Hill Fitness is raising funds to support nonprofit Austin Area Urban League, which works to enable African Americans and other underserved urban residents to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power, and civil rights.Feb. 21-25 -
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Field of Light Hosting Silent Disco
Listen to curated playlists as you peruse the stunning display of 28,000 lights at the wildflower center. While supplies last, 100 complimentary headsets will be available.Through March 31. Fri.-Sun., 6-8:30pm. $41 and up. -
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Field Order 15: And Other Broken Promises
Carver Museum ATX presents an exhibit examining the paradox of American exceptionalism and the call for reparations, with film, sculpture, and two-dimensional work from 11 artists who were asked to consider what is required for America to atone for the continued denial of full citizenship to Black people, and what repair would feel like in the body.On view throughout Black History Month. Free. -
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Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin
Stronger Austin offers a variety of virtual fitness classes from chair yoga to kickboxing to Zumba, with something bound to fit in everyone's schedule. All you need to do is register and RSVP online!January to May. Free.Virtual -
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Fix-It Clinic
Give your broken household items new life with guidance from skilled repair coaches.Sat., Feb. 25, 11am-2pm. Free. -
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Flood Safety Contest
Kids in sixth through 12th grade are invited to create a 30-second PSA about flood safety, with winners to be announced in individual, foreign language, and team categories.Deadline: March 31. Winners announced April 7Apply online -
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Fly Fishing Film and Expo
See some of the world’s leading fly fishing films in the Moody Garden’s awesome theatre, and then check out the vendors for the latest fishing gear.Fri.-Sat., Feb. 24-25. $15.Galveston -
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Free Tax Preparation
Certified volunteers offer free tax prep from AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, with service by appointment and walk-ins welcome at many sites. No age or income level restrictions, and no AARP membership required.Through April 18. Free.Various locations -
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Fresh for Less Mobile Markets
This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you. -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
Weekly trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul.Saturdays, 7pm. Free.Coffee Shark Espresso & Pints, 7300 RR 2222 -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
Weekly trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul.Saturdays, 2pm. Free. -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
Weekly trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul.Saturdays, 8pm. Free. -
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Genealogy Talk With kYmberly Keeton
Join the Carver Genealogy Center for a workshop with genealogy curator kYmberly Keeton. Learn about Black Texas genealogy in the first hour, and sign up for free 10-minute individual consultations in the second hour.Sat., Feb. 25, 11am. Free.Virtual -
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Get Your Rear in Gear
Join in to raise funds for colon cancer screenings at a 5K run/walk including a fun run for kids and a trip through a giant inflatable colon.Sat., Feb. 25, 9am. $20-40; free for patients/survivors. -
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Gimme Gimme Disco
Strap on your boogie shoes for an ABBA-inspired disco dance party.Sat., Feb. 25, 10pm. $15. -
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Girls Rock Austin's Garage Sale
If you're in the market for music gear like so many Austinites, you're in luck: GRA is clearing out their inventory, and proceeds will go toward the org's excellent programs and the Esme Barerra Unlimited Possibilities Scholarship Fund. Bonus: DJ Beats of Burden spins vinyl all day and $1 of every pint of beer sold goes to GRA.Sat., Feb. 25, noon-4pm. Free. -
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Grounded Dance Cardio
Pump up the jams and get moving with a dance fit cardio series blending freestyle, choreography, and toning grooves.Saturdays, 10am. Free, but RSVP. -
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Huston-Tillotson Baseball
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Manual Cinema: Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster
The performance collective Manual Cinema presents an engaging and clever "live movie" show inspired by the books of Mo Willems, recommended for ages 4-8.Sat., Feb. 25, 11am, 3pm. $25-50. -
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Night Golf
A nighttime shotgun-style nine-hole round made more fun and challenging with glow-in-the-dark balls.Thu.-Sat., 6-9:30pm. $20. -
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OutYouth Drop-Ins
OutYouth offers drop-ins all February long for LGBTQ folks in three different age groups: pre-teens ages 9-12; teens ages 13-17; and young adults ages 18-25. Find dates, intake forms, and activity schedules online.Ongoing -
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Parish Presents: All Bad Bunny Everything
It's the ultimate Bad Bunny fan party.Sat., Feb. 25, 9pm. $25. -
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Pippi Longstocking
Kids of all ages will enjoy this play about the scrappy 9-year-old in mismatched stockings and her animal friends.Feb. 18-March 12. Sat.-Sun., 11am & 1pm -
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Quanah Parker Exhibit: One Man, Two Worlds
Using 46 rare photographs, this exhibit tells the story of Cynthia Ann and Quanah Parker as the mother and son made their way through a changing world.Jan. 14-April 15Temple -
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ROAM Ranch Annual Trees & Seeds Volunteer Day
Help make this sustainable ranch greener by helping plant trees and doing other seasonal ranch work while meeting new friends and learning new skills.Sat., Feb. 25, 9am-3pmFredericksburg -
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Sea Turtle Saturday
This annual symposium features experts on Gulf Coast conservation and research protecting sea turtles and other marine wildlife.Sat., Feb. 25, 8am-noon. $15.Galveston -
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Sherwood Forest Zine Library Reopening Party
After several years of only running the Virtual Zine Library, they're excited to reopen the physical one with zinemaking, snacks, and other goodies on hand to celebrate. Check out the new zines in the collection, sign up for a free membership, and get reading!Sat., Feb. 25, 2-6pmSherwood Forest Zine Library, 5215-A Joe Sayers Ave. -
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Shoal Creek Bus Tour
Join Shoal Creek Conservancy and Jose M. Guerrero, P.E., for a bus tour of the Shoal Creek watershed to discuss the history of the Memorial Day flooding of 1981 along Shoal Creek, strategies that have helped mitigate flooding of urban creeks both before and after the 1981 flood, and how water moves through developed watersheds.Sat., Feb. 25, 8:30-11am. Free. -
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Speak Up at the Capitol
Join the Travis County Democratic Party for one or both sessions of their training in legislative advocacy, going over how to reach out to your representatives, how to testify at committee hearings, and other ways to get involved.Sat., Feb. 18 & 25, 10am-1pmAFL-CIO, 1106 Lavaca -
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St. Edward's Softball
Vs. Eastern New Mexico University.Feb. 25-26. Sat., 1pm (doubleheader); Sun., noon -
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STEM Girl Day
Join in for free hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math fun, inlcuding an exploration of stream dynamics and engineering solutions from the city's Watershed Protection Department.Sat., Feb. 25, 11:30am-4pm. Free; registration required.UT-Austin campus -
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Texas Independence Day at Washington-on-the-Brazos
Celebrate with live music, food, demonstrations and sales of traditional crafts (blacksmithing, candle makers, woodworking, quilting and more), living history presentations, musket and cannon firings, pageantry, kids activities, museum exhibits, and other commemorative programs.Feb. 25-26. Free.Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site -
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Texas State Parks Photo Contest
Capture your adventures at Texas State Parks. Explore a new trail, discover a cool critter, or catch an awesome sunset, then submit your pics or tag them on social media (#TexasStateParks and #TexasParks100) to win parks passes or H-E-B gift cards.Deadline: Nov. 27Submit online -
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The Bunny Hop
DJ Arlini Martini spins tunes at the new bar that took over the old Spider House space.Saturdays, 10pm-2am. Free. -
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The Life Story of Buddha Shakyamuni
Join Kadampa Meditation Center for an informative discussion of the story and symbolism of the founder of Buddhism in our world.Sat., Feb. 25, 11am. Free. -
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Trout Fishing on the Guadalupe River
Camp Huaco Springs on the Guadalupe River is open to anglers wishing to try their luck catching their daily bag limit of 5 of the more than 20,000 rainbow trout stocked by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department through late February. Anglers 17 years old and older will need a valid state fishing license.Through March 4New Braunfels -
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Twin Liquors Dollar Sale
Here's your chance to get great deals and stock up your liquor cabinet: Twin Liquors will drop the prices on all wine and spirits to the absolute lowest, then add a dollar.Feb. 23-25Austin-area Twin Liquors -
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U.S. Quadball Southwest Regional Championship
U.S. Quadball, the sport formerly known as Quidditch, holds its only local event for the year right up the road in Round Rock.Sat.-Sun., Feb. 25-26 -
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UT Softball
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Whooping Crane Festival
Join the annual salute to the largest cranes in North America with boat tours, guest speakers, workshops, and a trade show.Thu.-Sun., Feb. 23-26Port Aransas -
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Yoga at Republic Square Park
Welcome the weekend with a balancing and renewing yoga class surrounded by the beautiful views of Downtown. Come early or stay late to explore the SFC market.Saturdays, 11am. Free.
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WIC Mobile Unit
Resources and info about Austin Public Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program for qualifying pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.Check online for current schedule. Free.Various locations