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    55 Plus Seminar Series: The Truth About Our Aging Brain

    This month's seminar debunks many longstanding myths associated with age-related changes, getting older, and brain diseases such as Alzheimer's.
    Thu., March 12, 10:30am-noon. Free.  
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    Adult Story Hour: Road Trip!

    Listen to and tell five-minute stories on the theme, "Road Trip!" Truth, fiction, funny, serious; read, memorized, or remembered – interpreted however you wish.
    Thu., March 12, 7pm. Free.  
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    Austin Justice Coalition Art & Essay Contest

    A contest for young men of color grades 3-12 in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties. Winners from each division will receive a $75 award and an award-winning book of their choice. Also looking for community members to participate as volunteer judges; find details and apply online.
    Feb. 13-April 1  
    Apply online
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    Barton Springs Pool Closing

    The pool is closed for its annual spring cleaning. It’s expected to reopen on Sat., March 14.
    Through March 13  
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    Community Engagement Day

    Join Keep Austin Beautiful for a morning of service around the intersection of East Riverside Drive and South Pleasant Valley Road. Bring a water bottle, but tools, gloves, safety vests, snacks, and water are provided.
    Thu., March 12, 9am-noon. Free.  
    East Riverside & South Pleasant Valley
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    Don't Mess With Texas Art Contest

    The Don't Mess With Texas® Art Contest is officially open! Keep Texas Beautiful and the Texas Department of Transportation invite Texas students in kindergarten through 12th grade to submit their best litter prevention-inspired artwork to be considered for the Don’t Mess With Texas calendar, with the top 14 designs featured. Each winner will also receive a Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 tablet, a Buc-ee's gift basket, their artwork framed and returned, and the opportunity to share the work on websites and social media. Teachers representing student winners will receive a $100 H-E-B/Central Market gift card. Submissions must be postmarked by April 24.
    Feb. 12-April 24. Free.  
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    Eastside Pop-Up/Hotel Vegas Anniversary

    Hotel Vegas and Volstead are celebrating their ninth anniversary with Eastside Pop-Up vendors, screenprinting by Fine Southern Gentlemen, DJs, comedy, songwriters, and lotsa live music, natch. Pop in early to snag a free T.
    Thu., March 12, 4pm. Free.  
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    From Portraits to Chibi-Manga Art: Women's History Month

    Draw along with a female artist and learn the difference between traditional portrait drawing and drawing the cute: characters of manga art, like Pokémon. Ages 6 and up.
    Thu., March 12, 4-5pm. Free.  
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    Frost Chuck Wagon Lunch

    Welcome the return of Rodeo Austin with an old-fashioned chuck wagon lunch. A fiddler will perform live music, and veggie stew and brisket sliders with sides, cobbler, tea and coffee will be served.
    Thu., March 12, 11:30am-1:30pm. Free.  
    Lake Travis Financial Center, 12532 FM 2244, Bee Cave
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    Keep Texas Beautiful Youth and Educator Awards

    Nominations are being accepted for the Keep Texas Beautiful Youth and Educator Awards, which recognize the efforts made by youth and educators working to improve and beautify their communities. Nominate a person or group, such as your favorite scout, student group, educational nonprofit, teacher, school ... the possibilities are wide open. Applications are due April 3.
    March 9-April 3. Free.  
    Statewide
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    March Wine Walk at Hill Country Galleria

    A pup-friendly walk around Hill Country Galleria starting at Healthy Pet. Pick up a map there and discover wines from around the world.
    Thu., March 12, 5-9pm  
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    Pajama Drive for Foster Youth

    All Mattress Firm stores are accepting new pajamas to give foster children of all ages the comfort of a new pair of pajamas. You can also donate online or by mail.
    Through April 26
    All area Mattress Firm locations
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    Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar

    Thinkery brings two (women!) Scientists Walk Into a Bar® back to Black Star. The scientists will be easy to spot, as they’ll be sitting near a sign that reads “We are scientists. Ask us anything!” The questions are as diverse as the scientists themselves and can range from string theory to meteorites.
    Thu., March 12, 6:30-8:30pm  
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    [CANCELED] Showroom 808’s Creative Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference

    A one-day conference designed to give female creatives the tools to cultivate their professional development and sustain and grow their creative businesses.: Event was canceled due to coronavirus concerns.
    Thu., March 12, 8am-2:30pm. $65+.  

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