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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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ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot
The annual tradition benefiting nonprofit Caritas of Austin offers live and virtual options for the 1- or 5-mile walk/run and Kids' K. There's also a raffle for a new Accord from First Texas Honda, also benefiting Caritas, which has received more than $4.4 million over the last 31 years from ThunderCloud Subs' fundraising efforts.Thu., Nov. 23, 7am -
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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.Nov. 17-Dec. 24. Free entry. -
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Maywald Family Lights Display
See a stunning light display and bring a donation for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, for which the Maywalds raised over $80,000 last year. New this year: a gift shop offering hot chocolate, mugs, shirts, Christmas ornaments, and more.Nov. 23-Dec. 28, 6-10pm. Donations for Make-a-Wish encouraged.10505 Twilight Vista -
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Affordable Care Act Help
Now's the time to sign up for Affordable Care Act health coverage! Open enrollment runs through Jan. 15, 2024, and the city has gathered a ton of helpful resources to help you sort out options. Go online to learn more or call 800/318-2596.Through Jan. 15, 2024 -
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Bee Cave on Ice
Strap on your skates and hit the ice at the rink in Hill Country Galleria's Central Plaza.Nov. 10-Jan. 15. $15. -
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Call for Creatives: BookSpring Originals
Nonprofit BookSpring seeks submissions of open-access digital books to share with families and nurture early literacy. Learn more and submit your work online.Ongoing. Free. -
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Chuy's Children Giving to Children Toy Drive
Chuy's offers several ways to easily contribute to the Austin Police Operation Blue Santa: Bring new, unwrapped toys to any Chuy's location or to the Trail of Lights Fun Run at Zilker (Dec. 2), donate funds online, or select something from their Amazon wish list. Donations for children ages 11-14 are most needed.Through Dec. 10Austin-area Chuy's restaurants and Zilker Park -
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City of Austin Thanksgiving Closures
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, many city facilities and offices will be closed Thursday and/or Friday, and trash collection will be bumped to Friday if your normal collection day is Thursday. City libraries and the Austin Animal Center will be closed Thursday and Friday, and libraries will close early on Wednesday as well.Thu.-Fri., Nov. 23-24 -
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Community Police Academy
The Austin Police Department's Community Police Academy is a fourteen-week program designed to give class participants a working knowledge of APD, offering a unique opportunity to learn more about law enforcement while fostering relationships between police officers and the community members they serve. Classes start Feb. 6 and will meet each Tuesday.Deadline: Mon., Nov. 27 -
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Drinksgiving Thanksgiving at Cedar Door
Gather with some other wild turkeys to watch football, play board games, and sip a special cranberry marg, pecan randy, or turkey shot.Thu., Nov. 23, 3pm-12mid. Free. -
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Fill a Holiday Table
Central Texas Food Bank always welcomes donations, but now is a great time to chip in because thanks to community partners Beaumont Foundation and Methodist Healthcare Ministries, every dollar donated through Dec. 31 is doubled (up to $400,000).Through Dec. 31 -
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Free Vaccine Clinics
Help limit the spread of nasty viruses as holiday travel ramps up. Find a list of free vaccine clinics and other health info on the city's site.OngoingVarious 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
The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.Ongoing -
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Ice Rodeo
Skate beneath the stars and overlooking Lady Bird Lake at an outdoor ice rink with outdoor dining cabins, pop-up lounges, immersive holiday decor, extravagant art installations, and more.Nov. 18-Jan. 7 -
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Inspired Minds Holiday Bazaar
Get your holiday shopping started from a selection of uniquely local handmade gifts.Select dates Fri., Nov. 17-Sat., Dec. 23; get details onlineBuda -
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KMFA's Kids on Key
KMFA Classical 89.5 has launched an initiative aimed at building access to music in Central Texas schools by providing classroom resources. Donors can earmark funds for the program, and educators can apply for their classroom or school to receive resources like instruments and repairs supplied by Austin music retailer Strait Music.Nov. 8-30Donate or apply for resources online -
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Land Development Code Updates
The city is considering changes to the Land Development Code, which could affect how your property or properties near you may be developed or used in the future. Learn more and provide feedback online or at a City Council meeting Thu., Dec. 7, 10am.Ongoing -
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Miracle on Fifth Street
It began in NYC and it continues here, there, and everywhere festive. Bring your partyingest buds and babes to this long-running Christmas-themed cocktail pop-up with wall-to-wall decor, multiple bars, and plenty of spirits – right in the tinsely heart of Downtown Austin. Best bet for whiskey lovers at the nightly holiday hullabaloo: the Snowball Old Fashioned.Through Dec. 27 -
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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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Ride Bikes Thursday
Join Ride Bikes Austin for a socially paced group ride starting and ending at Parque Zaragoza and visiting a different park each week. Meet at the basketball court for an 8pm departure on a 10- to 15-mile route.Thursdays, 7:30pm. Free. -
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Small Business Division Webinars
Do you own a small business or have entrepreneurial dreams? The city's Small Business Division is here to help! Find resources and a selection of instructional webinars on the city's site, with many free classes and some with a small fee.OngoingVirtual -
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Texas Furniture Makers Show
The annual statewide competition features the functional art of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.Nov. 2-Dec. 15Kerrville -
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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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Thursday Night Social Ride
Join Social Cycling Austin for a fun themed ride with post-ride activities, and check the event page for details on themes and stops.Thursdays -
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Turkey Burn at Studio Three
Feast and feel the burn! Join Studio Three for a morning of heart-pumping, calorie-crushing workouts to prep for Turkey Day. Use code CCS31FC for a free drop-in class.Thu., Nov. 23, 8am. $0-30.Studio Three, 501 Brazos -
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Volunteer Builders Welcome at Habitat for Humanity
Austin Habitat for Humanity is seeking volunteers age 18 and up in their construction program to assist in building six new homes in Northeast Austin, with shifts Saturdays and weekdays through December.Ongoing -
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Volunteer Days at ACR
Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.Tuesdays & Thursdays -
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Volunteer With CTFB
Central Texas Food Bank runs on volunteers and donations, and it's fairly easy to sign up for a shift. Virtual food drives are also a great way to help out.Ongoing -
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Volunteer With Meals on Wheels Central Texas
The season of giving is a great time to get involved with Meals on Wheels, which makes a huge difference to the homebound older adults served by the org. Volunteers deliver more than a meal; they also bring warm smiles and much-needed safety checks. Apply online and get signed up for a Zoom training to get started.OngoingApply online -
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Volunteer With Operation Turkey
Nonprofit Operation Turkey serves hearty Thanksgiving meals to folks who otherwise wouldn't get one. On Thanksgiving eve they'll be smoking hundreds of turkeys and accepting care package donations, then on Thanksgiving they'll deliver the meals and donations to homeless or less fortunate Austinites. Any kind of help is appreciated, so sign up now or donate online.Turkey Tailgate: Wed., Nov. 22, 6-8pm. Operation Turkey: Thu., Nov. 23, 8am-noonVarious locations -
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We Are Blood Thanksgiving Drives
We Are Blood’s annual holiday mall drives return to several local malls: Barton Creek Square, Lakeline Mall, Wolf Ranch Town Center, and Premium Outlets in both San Marcos and Round Rock. Knock out some holiday shopping and a good deed in one fell swoop!Nov. 20-26. Free.Multiple locations -
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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
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