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Graham Reynolds Ruins the Holidays
Don't miss composer and bandleader Graham Reynolds as he burns down the house with his raucous, minor key versions of your holiday favorites along with several special guests! Tickets on sale now.Dec. 8-9Rollins Studio Theatre at the Long Center -
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KUT/KUTX & Downtown Austin Alliance Present the Sing-Along & Holiday Stroll
Join KUT, KUTX & the Downtown Austin Alliance for their 29th Annual Tree Lighting, Sing-Along and Stroll. Let’s ring in the holidays together. This free family-friendly event is on Congress Avenue between 9th and 11th streets and features artisan vendors, food trucks, photos with Santa and more. The Holiday Stroll is the perfect way to kick of your holiday season!Sat. Dec. 2, 5pm-9pmDowntown Austin
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Special Screenings
North by Northwest (1959)
The master's classic espionage caper laid the groundwork for the modern blockbuster.Sun., Jan. 8, 7pm -
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Apocalypse Now: Final Cut (1979)
Big Screen Classics: One of the greatest films about the madness of the Vietnam War.Sun., Jan. 8, 5pm -
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Central Texas Food Bank Donation Drop-Off
Before you stop in for a tasty brew or some free live music this week, check your pantry or swing by the grocery to collect a donation to add to Meanwhile's food drive. Peruse the list for acceptable donations.Through Jan. 8 -
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Civic Events
Holiday Tree Recycling
For city of Austin curbside customers, recycling a holiday tree is as easy as setting it at the curb by 5:30am on the regularly scheduled compost collection day. Trees that are 6 feet or taller must be cut in half. Everyone is welcome to drop off their trees at Zilker on one of three collection days: Sat., Dec. 31; Sat., Jan. 7; or Sun., Jan. 8, 10am-2pm. Volunteers are also needed for those days, if you're still in the giving spirit! Trees collected at Zilker will be turned into mulch and available for free on a first-come, first-served basis beginning Jan. 12, 9am. Get more deets online.Dec. 26-Jan. 8Curbside or at Zilker Park Polo Fields, 2225 Andrew Zilker Rd. -
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North by Northwest (1959)
Big Screen Classics: The master's classic espionage caper laid the groundwork for the modern blockbuster.Sun., Jan. 8, 2pm -
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Dance
Shen Yun
This is a spectacular and kinetic journey through China’s five millennia of culture, highlighting ancient legends of dynasties past and inspirational stories of the modern day, all performed by the world’s finest Chinese dancers against dazzling animated backdrops that converge for maximum visual effect – with full orchestral accompaniment.Jan. 6-8. Fri., 7:309pm; Sat., 2 & 7pm; Sun., 1pm. $80-180. -
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Sunday Funday
After elections are over, where do all those political signs go? They could become raw material to build things instead of heading to the landfill. Join this activity to "de-sign," explore, invent, and create with old signs made into a blank canvas.Sun., Jan. 8, 11am-2pm. Free with admission; kids under 12, free. -
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Special Screenings
The Replacement (2021)
Austin Jewish Film Festival presents a screening of a Spanish murder mystery that takes a detective to a group of Nazi elders, along with a prerecorded Q&A with the director. Can't make the screening? AJFF provides virtual access Jan. 9-16.Sun., Jan. 8, 4pm
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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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Austin Home & Garden Show
Shop for home-related products and services, visit stunning and inspiring displays, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned pros. New this year, learn about garden design from experts at Zilker Botanical Gardens.Jan. 6-8. Fri., noon-8pm; Sat., 10am-8pm; Sun., 11am-6pm. $8. -
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Barton Creek Farmers Market
A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot) -
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Out of Town
Battle of Galveston Walking Tour
Join Civil War historian Ed Cotham for a walking tour of downtown as he shares the history of the land and sea battle that raged on Jan. 1, 1863. Reservations required.Sat.-Sun., Jan. 7-8. $30.Galveston -
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Nightlife & Parties
Bear Beer Bust
Iron Bear's beer bust brings all the boys to the bar. Specials on select pints and pitchers.Sundays, 2-9pm -
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Comedy
Cap City Comedy Club
That's right: Cap City Comedy Club, the longtime cornerstone of Austin's comedy scene for nearly four decades is at a new venue in the Domain. And here's Valerie Lopez with a closer look at what's in store for the scene via the venue. Click for details! -
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Theatre
Cirque Italia: Paranormal Cirque
This macabre and sizzling subset of Cirque Italia presents a new show for mature audiences, an "innovative horror story featuring different shades of sexy and an incomparable storyline," a "unique creation of combined theatre, circus, and cabaret with a new European-style flare." Thrills! Chills! That show-stopping Wheel of Death! All under a ginormous black-and-white tent at Barton Creek Square.Through Jan. 16. Mon.-Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., 6:30 & 9:30pm; Sun., 5:30 & 8:30pm. $10-50. -
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Cistern Illuminated
The latest art installation fills the former drinking water reservoir with colored lights. Timed tickets required.Through Jan. 8. $10.Houston -
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Kids
Community Hours at Thinkery
Thinkery provides admission by donation as part of its Open Door Initiative, created to give every child a chance to explore STEAM concepts and develop a lifelong love of learning, regardless of means.Sundays, 3-5pm; Tuesdays, 3-7pm -
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Daydream Twins, Good Morning Midnight, Sammy G, Matt Mossman
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Nightlife & Parties
Digital Destruction
Dragula Titans' Evah Destruction takes over cyberspace to recap the latest season and "twirl & swirl" during this one monster drag show.Sun., Jan. 8, 6pm, 8pm, 9pm.Virtual -
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Kids
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
