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  • Dazed and Confused 4K Restoration

    Whether it’s your first or 100th time to see it, Dazed and Confused just goes down so much better in a theater, from the booming soundtrack and the galaxy of future stars on screen to the wistful glimpses of an Austin now long gone. See the new 4K restoration of Dazed and Confused at AFS Cinema starting October 3rd.
    Oct. 3-10  
    Austin Film Society
  • The Missing Middle: Affordable Housing for Austin's Seniors

    Please join DMA Companies for this free educational seminar to learn about various types of affordable housing for seniors and how to qualify. This seminar will provide useful information for any senior (55+) household with income below $80,000 per year, including resources for identifying affordable housing that is currently available in all neighborhoods of the Austin community.
    Sat. Oct. 5, 10:30am  
    Goodnight Ranch
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    Civic Events

    MLK March, Festival, and Food Drive

    Join the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy, with a short program at UT's MLK statue followed by a march to Huston-Tillotson. Due to the gubernatorial inauguration, there will be no stop at the Capitol.
    Mon., Jan. 21, 9am  
    University of Texas to Huston-Tillotson University, 900 Chicon
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      Altatudes Hearts and Handbags

      The East Austin boutique is asking for handbag donations to help underserved youth in the area for the giveback initiative slated for Feb. 9. Open thy closet and see if there's anything that no longer sparks joy.
      Taking donations through Feb. 1. The event takes place Feb. 9, 2-4pm. Free.
      Altatudes, 1717 E. 12th
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      Austin MLK Celebration March and Festival

      Meet at the MLK statue at UT and march to Huston-Tillotson for a festival celebration featuring live music and other activities.
      Mon., Jan. 21, 9am. Free.  
      21st & Speedway to Huston-Tillotson University
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      Austin Pond Society Meeting

      Katie Boyer from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will speak on Monarch Biology and Conservation.
      Mon., Jan. 21, 7pm. Free.
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      Austin Remembers MLK

      This interactive app-based exhibit offers photos from MLK's civil rights meetings with LBJ and audio speeches from the Austin Area Heritage Council’s MLK Oratory competition, plus special Six Square mini-docs of Austin’s African-American community. Discover for yourself at three different locations: the MLK statue at UT's East Mall, the south steps of the Capitol, and the George Washington Carver Museum.
      Jan. 21-Feb. 28. Free.
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      Beerthoven Kraft Piano Classes

      During this 8-week series, you'll get a one-hour lesson and a pint of beer.
      Jan. 14-March 4. $35 per class.
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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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      Out of Town

      MLK Day Parade

      In its 41st year this is one of the largest parades in the Southwest dedicated to the ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
      Mon., Jan. 21, 10am. Free.
      Houston
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      Out of Town

      MLK Walk Bastrop County

      Join the walk for peace and justice as it meets at the county courthouse and proceeds to city hall with a program of speakers to follow.
      Mon., Jan. 21, 10am-1pm. Free.
      Bastrop
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      Visual Arts

      Saddle Up: Texas Ranching Tradition

      This exhibition, produced by Joe Vitone and Lori Najvar, honors hardworking ranch families from Jeff Davis and Lavaca Counties, as they wrangle livestock, battle weather, and study markets to stay on the rugged landscape they love.
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      Kids

      Snapology Austin Fidget Spinner Workshop

      Snapology Austin uses Lego bricks and other building tools to make STEM concepts fun and engaging for children ages 4-12.
      Mon., Jan. 21, 9am-3pm. $85.
      Snapology Austin, 1910 Fort View Rd
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      Survey for QPOC Communities

      QPOC community members are asked to fill out an anonymous survey on health care to better support allgo’s upcoming health care provider trainings to ensure providers better serve QPOC patients.
      Deadline: Jan. 31, 2019  
      Online
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      Sports

      The Get Down Hour: Beginner Hip-Hop Dance Class

      The Get Down Hour works the basics of different street dance styles to an hour of classic hits from the golden age of hip-hop and beyond.
      Mondays, 7:30pm. $16.  
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      True Food Kitchen Job Fair

      Health-conscious restaurant pioneered by Dr. Andrew Weil is looking to hire for all positions. Go to the website to sign up for an interview.
      Mon.-Sat., Jan. 14-19 & 21-26, 10am-6pm. Free.
      Home2 Suites – The Domain, 2800 Esperanza Crossing
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      Out of Town

      Vintner Dinner Series

      Tickets have gone on sale for the 5-course dinners designed specifically to highlight the flavors of featured Texas-made wines.
      Jan. 19-Feb. 23. $70 per person.
      Blair House Inn, Wimberley
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      We Are Blood Treats Donors to ThunderCloud Subs

      Anyone who donates or attempts to donate blood or platelets today through Jan. 31 will receive a coupon for a free small sub sandwich.
      Through Jan. 31

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