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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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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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Round Rock Express
Vs. Omaha. Aug. 9 is Augtoberfest; Aug. 10 is Aggie Night, with a portion of proceeds going to the Williamson County A&M Club for scholarships; Bob Schneider will perform after the game on Aug. 11; and Aug 12 is H-E-B Kids Day: Kids 12 and under will receive a limited edition Round Rock Express backpack (while supplies last).Thu.-Sun., Aug. 9-12. $7-16. -
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The Comedy Resistance Presents: The Official Austin Pride Comedy Show
Two shows, one night, and a whole lotta queer comics celebrating Pride. Keisha Hunt and Carina Magyar headline. Other funny queers include Colton Dowling, Austin Smartt, Ky Krebs, and more. See the book for who's laughing when.Thu., Aug. 9, 7:30 and 10pm -
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The Liberty Rodeo
In celebration of the Lib's ninth anniversary, show up for live music with Croy & the Boys and Juan Diaz Mariachi, plus carnival foods, a shot wheel, and more.Thu., Aug. 9, 4pm. Free.
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Adult Painting Class: Tulip Noir
Step-by-step instruction with ATX artist Janus Lee.Thu., Aug. 9, 6:30-9:30pm. $25. -
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Auditions: Austin City Ballet Nutcracker
Professional, soloist, demi-soloist auditions. Here are a variety of opportunities for a variety of ages from 7-10, 11-12, and 13 and up. See website for details.Tue., Aug. 28, 11:30am-3:15pm. $20.10401 Anderson Mill #113 -
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Austin 60 Strong Calendar Contest
Do you know someone who is still rockin' it at or after 60? Connected Senior Care Advantage is searching for a dozen inspirational adults ages 60-69 that are "healthy in mind and body and are contributing to Austin in some way." The winners will be selected by a panel of celebrity judges and included in a calendar photo shoot.Through Aug. 15Austin -
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Austin Bold FC
The city's newly minted United Soccer League team will be hosting games at COTA starting in March 2019. Season passes are now available.$189 for 20-game season pass. -
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“Titanic: The Artifact Exhibit”
Seventy years after the luxury liner sank in the Atlantic more than 150 items from the wreck were brought up from the ocean floor and brought together for this fascinating show. Timed tickets are required.June 2-Jan. 5Mayborn Museum, Waco -
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Climate Change Workshop
Join the Zero Waste Network to identify the key environmental issues, reduce your impact, save money, and improve quality of life.Thu., Aug. 9, 10am-4pm. Free.Impact Hub, 411 W. Monroe -
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Comprehensive Plan Joint Committee Special Called Meeting
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Coronation 25: Silver Jubilee
Regent Empress Simone Riviera and Regent Emperor Jake St. Stone are throwing one helluva crowning celebration and ode to the Eighties. The welcome party kicks off Thursday, followed by pool parties, drag shows, and the coronation on Saturday night. See ticket link for schedule.Aug. 9-12. $20-93.Holiday Inn Austin Midtown, 6000 Middle Fiskville Rd., 512/451-5757 -
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Coronation XXV Weekend Variety Show
Empress XXIV Simone Riviera and Emperor XXIV Jake St. Stone are greasing you up for a jam-packed weekend of events. Drag, cocktails, and more.Thu., Aug. 9, 9pm-1am. Free. -
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COVER 3’s Back-to-School Supply Drive
COVER 3 is hosting a special back-to-school supply drive benefiting the Rainbow Room, an org providing resources for abused children. Collection boxes are available at each Austin-area COVER 3 and COVER 2 restaurant. They're looking for backpacks, folders, notebooks, pencils, crayons, markers, and things of that sort.Aug. 1-11COVER 3 and 2 locations -
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Dog Days of Summer
50% of proceeds go to Austin Parks Foundation.July 26-Aug. 23. Thursdays, 6am. See website for pricing. -
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Early Bird Registration: Hispanic Business Convention of Texas
Join the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce on Sept. 6-9, for three days of networking, speakers, workshops, receptions, and awards.Early bird registration ends Aug. 15.. $25-$1500. -
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Educator Workshops at Thinkery
This is a workshop series for educators working in 2nd-6th grades exploring a variety of subjects including STEAM learning (Aug. 6), design-based activities (Aug. 7), Mechanics & Movement (Aug. 8), and Electricity & Circuits (Aug. 9).Mon.-Thu., Aug. 6-9. $25. -
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Empress Tarot
Empress Tarot provides intuitive readings and spiritual guidance every Thursday night at the Butterfly Bar.Thursdays, 8-10pm. $15-35. -
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Equinox
This is a gathering for Austin twentysomethings to connect with new people through art, music, and more. Each evening offers art tables, creative writing, live music, guest speakers, and a community dinner.Thu., Aug. 2 & 9. Free.Anderson Terrace, 11505 Anderson Mill Rd -
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Free Minds Seeking Applications
Free Minds is a program of Foundation Communities in partnership with UT-Austin and ACC and is designed to serve adults who have faced barriers to higher education. Books, tuition, and child care are provided at no cost to students, and those who successfully complete the course earn 6 college credits.Apps accepted on a rolling basis. Free.M Station Apartments, 2906 E. MLK -
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HRC Pride 2018 Training
Wanna hang with Austin's HRC branch during this year's Pride fest? Learn the deets, get a shirt, and make some memories by starting here first.Thu., Aug. 9, 6-7pmAcademia, 208-D W. Fourth -
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Lakeway Court: Summer Safe Harbor Amnesty Program
Lakeway Municipal Court will dismiss Failure to Appear and Violate Promise to Appear charges under certain conditions from now through Aug. 30. Those who voluntarily turn themselves in to court staff to pay fines will not be arrested. Call Warrant Clerk Martina Brazell for more information.June 26- Aug. 30, Mon.-Fri., 8am-4:30pmLakeway Municipal Court, 104 Cross Creek -
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Let's Date ATX: Single Dog Owner Mixer
Attendees will wear a Polaroid photo of their dog as their name tag (adorbs), and there will be snacks and drinks to enjoy while staff keep the pups company so you can mingle. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to Emancipet.Thu., Aug. 9, 7-9pm. $25. -
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LGBTQ+ Happy Hour with the 'Loo
Cheers to cheap drinks and counseling. Waterloo offers specialized support for the LGBTQ and the HIV/AIDS+ communities. Buy a beer, help keep them funded.Second Thursdays, 6-8pm -
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Lora Reynolds Gallery: Xavier Schipani
Here's a striking exhibition of murals, paintings on canvas, and a sculptural installation masquerading as a public bathroom – all by that acclaimed Schipani, voted Austin's Best Muralist in 2016. This new show is, we're told, "largely a reckoning with masculinity. What is manliness? What has it meant in the past, what does it mean now, and what are its shortcomings?" Could be our review provides a few answers.Through Sept. 1 -
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Morning Walk Austin
Meet at Jo's for a cuppa coffee, then take a stroll through Downtown Austin with an ATX tour guide.Ongoing. Wed.-Sat., 10-11:30am. $10-20. -
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Name of the Game at Jo's
A variety of rotating retro game shows hosted by local drag queen Louisianna Purchase.Thursdays, 7-9pm. Free. -
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Neighborhood Fishing
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is stocking 17 locations in 16 cities, including Austin, with channel catfish throughout the summer.Through November. Free with fishing license.Various locations -
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New Gay Softball Team Recruiting
A group of LGBTQ players from Softball Austin are startin' up a new team to complete in the D Division this fall and they're looking for ballers and batters now! Practices will begin the first Sunday in August. No skill required. If you have never played, there is a place for you in the team. D team will play two games every Sunday for six to eight weeks. Email to sign up or ask questions.Recruiting through Sept. 6. $40 membership fee. -
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NFBPA Central Texas Chapter's Regional Leadership Call for Presentations
NFBPA Central Texas Chapter is looking for presentations for this November's Regional Leadership Summit. They're looking for speakers to "energize professionals at all levels to seek their best selves."Deadline is Wed., Aug. 24 -
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Night Swim
Happy hour poolside performance on the WET Deck featuring Sun June.Thu., Aug. 9, 5-9pm. Free. -
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QuakeCon 2018
QuakeCon welcomes thousands of gamers from around the world each year for a four-day video game festival featuring North America’s largest BYOC (bring your own computer) LAN Party.Thu.-Sun., Aug. 9-12. Free. -
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Repairs to Balmorhea Pool Set to Begin
Critical repairs to the world’s largest spring-fed swimming pool are about to begin and the Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation is seeking donations to help cover the estimated $2 million project. The park remains open for day-use with limited facilities.Balmorhea State Park -
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Romeo & Juliet
Shakespeare’s classic love story comes alive with student actors in nine performances in the outdoor theatre.Thu.-Sat., Aug. 2-4 & 6-11, 8:15pm -
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See a Sea Turtle?
Sea turtle nesting season on the Texas coast has officially begun. If you see a sea turtle heading for the dunes, a nest, or even the distinctive tracks, call the hotline so a trained volunteer can protect the site.April-SeptTexas Gulf Coast -
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Shakespeare at Winedale
Over four weekends the student actors present some of the bard’s greatest plays in the theater barn.Thu.-Sun., July 19-22, 26-29; Aug. 2-5, 9-12. $5-10.Round Top -
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Summer Lunch Program
Central Health Enterprise and the Central Texas Food Bank will provide Travis County low-income families a healthy, free lunch every weekday for 11 weeks, beginning June 4. A weekend take-home food bag will be available on Fridays.June 4-Aug. 24. Mon.-Fri., 11am-1pmCentral Health Southeast Health & Wellness Center, 2901 Montopolis -
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Summer Savings Outreach
Austin Energy and Austin Water host a series of community events to help residents in high-use areas manage energy and water use to lower utility bills.Thu., Aug. 9, 4-7pm -
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Super Thief Record Release Show
Caleb De Casper and Blxpltn are just two of the queer bands warming up the crowd for Super Thief's album release. For more on Casper and his breed of horror rock see online. And we've got lots on BLXPLTN too.Thu., Aug. 9, 9pm -
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Taking it to the Streets: A Visual History of Protest and Demonstration in Austin
The Austin History Center's latest exhibit spotlights local efforts to create social change over the decades, including the Civil Rights and Women's Liberation movements. Residents are invited to upload personal photos of recent marches and rallies for inclusion.Through Oct. 28. Free. -
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The Rewind
Old-school, vinyl turntable mix show fundraising event every Thursday night on the Terrace 59 Rooftop.Through Dec. 27. Thursdays, 10pm. Free. -
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Three Dollar Bill
Queerer than your typical comedy show. Hosted by Jered McCorkle and Arielle Norman with laughs provided by Ralphie Hardesty, Elizabeth Spears, and more.Thu., Aug. 9, 8-9pm. $3.Hive Mind Hair Co., 3011 N. I-35 -
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Topgolf Tour
The third annual Topgolf Tour is coming to Austin on Sept. 23. Play for a chance to win $50,000 and a ticket to the championship in Las Vegas. New this year is a military division, open to active duty and veteran members of the U.S. Armed Forces.Through Sept. 20. $85 individual; $170 team. -
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We Are Blood & Blue Bell: Pint for Pint
Trade a pint of blood for a pint of ice cream. Anyone who donates, or attempts to donate at any We Are Blood donor center (or daily mobile drive) will leave with a free pint of Blue Bell ice cream.Aug. 1-14. Free.
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Splash Days 2018
Austin's annual summer send-off with nonstop gay parties to get you wet, wild, and feeling good. New this year: all events are free, but donations for beneficiaries (Kind Clinic, Out Youth, AIDS Services of Austin) will be accepted and those that throw some extra money down will be awarded with cheaper drinks and yummy food deals.Fri.-Mon., Aug. 31-Sept. 3. Free, donations accepted.
