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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 5Long Center for the Performing Arts -
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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-6pmBookSpring
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ATX Youth Summit
A day of art and culture for youth ages 7 to 18. Learn the art of filmmaking, make your vision board, or sing and dance along at various workshops.Mon., Feb. 19, 8am-4pm. Free. -
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Johnson Bentsen Richards Dinner
The 2018 JBR dinner will honor Richard Arvin Overton, the oldest living war veteran in the United States, and Integral Care's Laura Wilson-Slocum.Mon., Feb. 19, 6:30pm. $185+. -
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Barbara Jordan Exhibit
The Barbara Jordan Freedom Foundation will display an interactive exhibit of the politician, policymaker, and activist's life. The exhibit continues through the end of the month.Mon., Feb. 19, 9am-8pm (Sat., 9am-noon). Free. -
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Bikin' Betties Social Ride
Social Cycling Austin presents Bikin' Betties, a weekly, beginner-friendly, all-ladies bike ride that ends with drink specials and fun activities (karaoke, minigolf, outdoor movies, etc.) Along the way, bond with other two-wheelin' ladies. Join the Facebook group for ride details.Mondays, 8pm -
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Free Tax Prep Help Available: Central Health
StreetCred will be helping low-income patients and the general public file their taxes and identify/claim credits for which they are eligible during hours listed.Mondays-Thursdays, 11am-8pm, Fridays, 1-5pm and Saturdays, 9am-5pm. Through April 16CommUnityCare Southeast Health & Wellness Center, 2901 Montopolis -
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Free Tax Prep Help Available: People's Community Clinic
StreetCred will be helping low-income patients and the general public file their taxes and identify/claim credits for which they are eligible during hours listed.Mondays, Tuesdays, 4-8pm and Saturdays, 9am-5pm. Through April 16People’s Community Clinic, 1101 Camino La Costa -
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Help Families This Tax Season
Here's a good way to volunteer and help folks figure out the best way to file their taxes. United Way is recruiting tax preparers, translators, and greeters for this year. After a quick 16 hours of training, you are good to go.Jan. 24-March 8. Free.Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, and Taylor -
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Pong to Pokémon: The Evolution of Electronic Gaming
Follow the evolution of the gaming industry from the Seventies to the present day with a focus on the local scene from Richard Garriott's Ultima series to John Romero's Doom to the developers making waves on today's gaming platforms.Daily through March 18, 2018. Museum admission: $13 ($9, kids). -
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Queerdalini: A Queer Yoga Experience
A sweet and queer Kundalini-centric yoga class led by Gigi Grinstad and Haley Love. Designed for all genders, sizes, and levels.Mondays, 7:30-9pm. $10-15. -
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Trout Stocking in America
Get out there and try your luck in catching some of the 305,525 rainbow trout released into waters around the state. There are “no fee” locations for access to the Guadalupe River below Canyon Reservoir, one of the best spots to catch trout in America.Through MarchVarious location
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Austin Black Pride
Back for year three! ABP is an extended weekend created to celebrate the talents, culture, and interests of Austin's Black LGBTQ communities. From parties to art shows, brunch crawls and yoga, Austin Black Pride is not to be missed!Tue., June 5 Sun., June 10 -
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City Council Calls for Municipal Civil Service Commissioners
Council is accepting applications from qualified folks to serve on the five-member Municipal Civil Service Commission. Two three-year terms are currently open. Apply online or email Boards and Commissions Coordinator Deena Estrada.Deadline: Fri., March 2, 5pm -
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Free Tax Prep for Low-Income Austin Families
Foundation Communities offer tax prep and filing assistance for low- and moderate-income residents (households making up to $55,000). Available at six locations with varying day, evening, and weekend hours – see website for specifics.Jan. 22-April 17. Free.www.foundcom.org/financial-stability/austin-tax-preparation -
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HavenCon 4: A Cosmic Journey
Texas' first and only queer, geek, and gaymer convention returns for its final year. Expect four days (or one, if you choose) of epic nerdiness, cosplay, drag, and loads more. This year, celebrity guests include Tracee Cocco (Star Trek) and Daniel Newman (The Walking Dead). Fest organizers announced this will be the last year for HavenCon, so get out and get weird while you can!March 29-April 1. $15-200. -
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PFLAG Austin Deidre Furr Essay Prize for LGBTQ Students
Calling all Central Texas (queer/trans/gender diverse) high schoolers. PFLAG's essay contest returns! Write 500 to 1,000 words on: What challenges LGBTQ+ high school students face in romantic relationships. First place takes $500 cash (second = $200, third = $100).Submissions due March 1 -
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Queer Dance Freakout
We're here, we're queer, and we're not going anywhere. For the anniversary of last year's queer dance freakout protesting bathroom bills and anti-LGBTQ legislation, the party planners are taking the fight to the steps of the Capitol to encourage a blue wave in state politics.Sat., Feb. 24, 5-8pm -
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Volunteer for It's My Park Day
Thousands of Austinites unite to improve and transform city parks, trails, and greenbelts. Register for a project now!Volunteer for Sat., March 3
