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Earth Day Jubilee with The Trail Conservancy
Join The Trail Conservancy on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Jubilee celebration! Enjoy live music by Mr. Will, Motenko, and Brother Thunder, eco-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, and fun for the whole family.Sat. Apr. 20, 10am-2pmButler Park -
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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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Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Need something Austin-y (art, jewelry, prints, clothing, etc., whatnot, and then some) for a loved one this year? Thousands of original works from more than 200 artists and artisans will help you with your gifting conundrums.Through Dec. 24, 10am-10pm (open 10am-6pm on Dec. 24). Free admission.Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport -
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Hell Yes Project: Barton Springs Pool Cleaning
Jump in with Friends of Barton Springs Pool to help keep the pool sparkling. Afterward, volunteers are welcome to come to the ABGB for a slice on the house. See FB for signup details.First Tuesday of every month, 11am-1pm. Through March 20. Free. -
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#GivingTuesday
Today is a global day of giving that takes place every year the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. As the Central Texas #GivingTuesday Community Leader, I Live Here I Give Here encourages Austinites to take action for good: anything from hosting a food or clothing drive to fostering a pet to volunteering. See website for ways to get involved.Tue., Dec. 3, all dayCitywide -
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14th Annual Tower Lighting
Join Mueller for this family-friendly event featuring music from Northeast Early College High School-Austin Soul Train Drumline and Nash Hernandez Orchestra; coffee, cookies, and other snacks; a photo booth from TapSnap; giveaways; and more.Tue., Dec. 3, 3:30-7:30pm. Free. -
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Marketplace Health Insurance Open Enrollment
During open enrollment, Foundation Communities' Prosper Centers can help you get insurance coverage, switch plans, and track down financial assistance with their (pretty awesome) team of experts.Mon.-Thu., 9am-7pm; Fri.-Sat., 9am-4pm. Free.5900 Airport Blvd. -
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Trail of Lights at EmilyAnn
Stroll through a walking path featuring more than 100 holiday light displays created by businesses, organizations, school groups, and families, and enjoy live entertainment most evenings. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated.Nov. 30-Dec. 28. Sun.-Thu., 6-9pm; Fri. & Sat., 6-10pm. Free.
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2020 Point in Time Count Volunteers Needed
ECHO is looking for 800 volunteers to make its annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness in Austin and Travis County a success. The 2020 count takes place Jan. 25. Anyone 18 or older can participate; volunteers will work in teams counting folks in their assigned area. Others can collect donations for the care packages distributed during the count.Nov. 18-Jan. 21Online -
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A Discussion About Austin’s Current Land Development Code Rewrite
Eliot Tretter moderates a conversation on the city’s Land Development Code rewrite with Carmen Llanes Pulido, a health equity and GAVA anti-displacement organizer, and urbanist and housing & transportation advocate Chris Wojtewicz.Tue., Dec. 3, 6:30-9pm. Free. -
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ACC Pinnacle Campus Community Conversations
ACC is exploring possibilities for the future of its Pinnacle Campus property. Now’s your chance to share your feedback on the 46 acres’ future!Dec. 2-3. Mon., 8:30-10am; Tue., 6-7:30pmOak Hill United Methodist Church, 7815 U.S. 290 -
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Acro & Ales
Empowered Acro instructors teach techniques for beginner-friendly acroyoga poses. No experience or partner needed. Admission includes a beer token, so stick around to enjoy a brew.Tue., Dec. 3, 6:30pm. $18. -
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Austin AMA Marketing Mornings
Join the Austin chapter of the American Marketing Association and fellow Austin-area marketers as they tour local coffee shops and talk shop.First Tuesdays. Free. -
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Austin Justice Coalition: General Body Meeting
Attend to stay up to date on the work AJC is doing.Tue., Dec. 3, 5-7:30pm -
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Bears & Bedtime Toy Drive
Stop by your nearest Mattress Firm to donate new, unwrapped teddy bears, stuffed animals, and other bedtime toys for foster youth in the Austin community.Through Dec. 16Austin-area Mattress Firm stores -
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Child Passenger Safety Seat Check
Learn how to properly install car seats and other safety tips for little passengers.Tue., Dec. 3, 10am. Free. -
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City of Austin Employees’ Retirement System Meeting
The commission’s Nominating & Election Committee will meet. See agenda for details.Tue., Dec. 3, 9:30am6850 Austin Center Blvd. #320 -
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Coats for Kids Drive Hosted by Council Member Paige Ellis
Bring new or gently used coats to this donation event hosted by CM Paige Ellis to help provide over 30,000 warm winter coats to Central Texas kids in need.Tue., Dec. 3, 3-7pm. Free.Circle C Community Center, 7817 La Crosse Ave. -
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Concordia Men's Basketball
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Festival of Texas Fiddling Preview
Join Texas Folklife in closing out #GivingTuesday and preparing for the fifth annual Festival of Texas Fiddling (Dec. 6-7) with music and refreshments.Tue., Dec. 3, 6-8pm. $10. -
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Glossier Pop-Up
Shop the cult internet makeup brand's complete product line IRL.Through Dec. 8 (except Thanksgiving). 11am-7pmGlossier Austin, 2000 S. Congress -
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Holiday Light Stroll at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines
A festive display of over 3,000 twinkling lights winds through the resort’s grounds and features a 20-foot-tall LED animated Christmas tree. On Friday and Saturday evenings, the resort’s culinary team will serve specialty hot cocoa and made-to-order mini doughnuts.Nov. 30-Jan. 1. Free with on-site paid parking ($8-15).Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa, 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd., Cedar Creek -
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Holiday Model Train Show
The Austin Tinplate Trackers hobby club builds a Christmas village around the model train tracks in the Downtowner Gallery.Nov. 29-Jan. 4. Wed.-Sun.Round Rock -
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Holiday Tree Lighting at the Driskill
This annual holiday tradition will be accompanied by music and caroling.Tue., Dec. 3, 5-7pm. Free. -
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Holiday Window Walk
Starting on Dec. 2, visitors can watch the storefronts of the 2nd Street District as businesses transform into festive holiday scenes created by St. Edward's University students. Participating stores include Austin General Store, Austin Rocks Texas, Luxe Apothetique, and Sneaker Politics Austin. Cast your vote for the best one through the 2nd Street District Facebook page, and the winner will be announced on Dec. 9.Dec. 2-8. Free. -
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Hotel Granduca Tree Lighting and Holiday Aperitivo
This is the third annual ceremony at the Hill Country's Hotel Granduca, featuring a performance by the Westlake High School Madrigals. Also, mulled wine, hot chocolate, cookies, classic Italian appetizers, and holiday-themed games from Austin Detours.Tue., Dec. 3, 6-7:30pm. Free. -
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How to Plan for 2020
Join Creatives Meet Business for this workshop covering how to create a personal retreat.Tue., Dec. 3, 5:30-8pm. $25.Atmosphere Coworking, 2400 E. Cesar Chavez #208 -
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Johnson City Lights Spectacular
The county courthouse, the Pedernales Electric Co-op building, and the town are bathed in twinkling lights with parades, food courts, and special events on weekends.Nov. 29-Jan. 5. Free.Johnson City -
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LDC: City Council Work Session
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Listening Session: Cameron and Dessau Roads
Stop by whenever to help the Austin Transportation Department better understand the safety and mobility needs for people using Cameron Road and Dessau Road (51st Street to Parmer Lane). Your input will help identify improvement projects. For those who can’t attend, see the online survey, open Nov. 21 through Dec. 22.Online: Nov. 21-Dec. 22 -
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Little Kahunas Pet Resort First Anniversary Pawty
The small-dog daycare and boarding resort celebrates with pup photos with Santa and local dog vendors.Tue., Dec. 3, 4-7pm. Free.Little Kahunas Pet Resort, 12196 Mopac N. -
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Lost Pines Christmas
Bastrop puts on seasonally themed light displays, a nighttime holiday parade, a snow day, and more activities for the whole family throughout the month.Weekends through Dec. 24. Free.Bastrop -
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Marketplace Health Insurance Open Enrollment
During open enrollment, Foundation Communities' Prosper Centers can help you get insurance coverage, switch plans, and track down financial assistance with their (pretty awesome) team of experts.Mon.-Thu., 9am-7pm; Fri.-Sat., 9am-1pm. Free.2600 W. Stassney Ln. -
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MassChallenge Texas in Austin Holiday Party
An evening of mingling with startup community members, plus cocktails and light bites.Tue., Dec. 3, 6-8pm. Free. -
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Melanated Book Drive
Community Advocacy & Healing Project hosts their annual POC book drive for the holidays so donate or offer your volunteer services when it comes time to distribute.: Community members are also invited to attend check-ins at the Carver Museum (1161 Angelina), on Thu., Nov. 21 and Mon., Nov. 25, 6:30-8:30pm.Drop off: Monday Friday, Oct. 17-Dec. 4, 9am-3pmMission Capital, 8303 N. Mopac Expy -
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Moody Center Groundbreaking Ceremony and Concert
UT breaks ground on the new 10,000-seat arena set to replace the Frank Erwin Center. Plus free food from local food trucks, a performance by Moon Taxi, a photo op with Bevo XV and Texas Cheer, and more. Attendees may also claim a free ticket to the UT men’s basketball game vs. UAB following the concert.Tue., Dec. 3, 4:30-7:30pm. Free (RSVP using code MOODY).Lot 70 (just south of Mike A. Myers Stadium, 707 Clyde Littlefield Dr.) -
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Mozart's Light Show
Check out the holiday lights and get you a freshly baked German treat while local musicians play tunes on the grand piano.Nov. 21-Jan. 5, 6pm-12mid, except Christmas Eve (closes 10pm); closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Free. -
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Poketo Holiday Pop-up Shop
Shop the L.A.-based lifestyle brand's signature stationery, apparel, and accessories collections.Through Dec. 15. 10am-6pm. Free. -
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Pound 4 Pound Pet Food Drive
Every holiday season, Tomlinson’s Feed hosts Austin’s largest pet food drive in support of local animal rescues and shelters. It's easy to give: Every bag of pet food donated through Christmas Eve will be doubled by pet food suppliers, pound for pound. (Their goal this year is 160,000 pounds of pet food.) More of an internet shopper? Just donate online.Through Dec. 24Austin-area Tomlinson's Feed stores -
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Technology for Social Good: How Tech Professionals & Companies Can Support Social Impact
Presenters will discuss how to create tech that has positive social impact, leveraging tech skills as a volunteer, and more.Tue., Dec. 3, 6-8pm. Free. -
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Texas Stars
Vs. Iowa Wild: Sat., Nov. 30, 7pm. Vs. Milwaukee Admirals: Sun., Dec. 1, 5pm; Tue., Dec. 3, 7pm.. $14+. -
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The Trivia Factory at Fareground
Gather your smartest friends for a night of live hosted trivia. Gift cards awarded to top teams at the end of the night!Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Free. -
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UMLAUF After Dark: Winter Fair
Get a jump on your holiday shopping at the Umlauf Sculpture Garden. Local handmade goods and art, plus Christmas carols, free beer from Austin Beerworks, and cocktails from Tito's.Tue., Dec. 3, 6-8pm. Members, free; guests, $5. -
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UT Men's Basketball
Vs. McNeese State: Sat., Nov. 30, 1pm. Vs. UAB: Tue., Dec. 3, 7pm. $5+. -
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Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference During Tax Season
United Way of Williamson County is looking for volunteers to help with free tax prep services in Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Liberty Hill, and Taylor. Work includes tax prep, translating, and greeting. No prior experience necessary, as a free training is provided, complete with IRS certification.: The sites will be open from Jan. 28 through April 15. Bilingual folks are sorely needed. Email, call, or visit the website for more info.Nov. 22-Jan. 23Apply online -
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Walkway of Lights
Get a jump on the holiday season with a stroll through 2 million sparkling lights in the park along the lake.Nov. 22-Jan. 1, 2020. Nightly, 6-10pm. Free.Marble Falls -
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We Are Blood: Platelet Step-Up Campaign
Platelet donors have the chance to receive up to six Alamo Drafthouse movie passes through the end of the month. First donation = one pass; second = two passes; and third = three passes. To schedule a platelet donation, call 512/206-1266 or visit www.weareblood.org.Through Dec. 31Austin-area We Are Blood Donor Centers
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Austin FC Season Membership Deposits
Austin's Major League Soccer team, Austin FC, is officially taking deposits for 2021 season memberships. Your deposit will reserve your spot in line, which means the earlier you purchase your membership, the earlier you're eligible to select your seats for the season.Ongoing. $50.
