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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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Austin Trail of Lights
The Austin Trail of Lights has been an Austin tradition since 1965! Holiday light displays line a 2-mile trail through the park, and there are food trucks, live entertainment, and interactive activities. General admission is free seven out of the 14 nights; ages 12 & under are always free of charge (on most weekend nights admission is $5).Dec. 10-23. $5 GA; premium, $20+. -
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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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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 Conversation With Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison
KOOP Radio hosts a live and lively convo with the D1 CM and Civil Rights & Wrongs host Bob Dailey.Tue., Dec. 10, 6-7pm. Free. -
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Art Spark Texas Holiday Art and Gift Show
Unique artwork and gifts from Texas artists, including cards, jewelry, prints, original final art, clothing, books, ceramics, glass, and more.Through Dec. 23. Tuesdays-Saturdays; Mon., Dec. 23, 10am-6pmAGE of Central Texas, 3707 Home Ln. #101 -
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Austin Spurs
Vs. Sioux Falls Skyforce: Fri., Dec. 6, 7:30pm. Vs. Iowa Wolves: Sat., Dec. 7, 7pm. Vs. Stockton Kings: Tue., Dec. 10, 7:30pm -
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Ballot is Set Party!
It's a House flipping party with the Texas House Democrats and the Black Angels.Tue., Dec. 10, 6-10pm -
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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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Hill Country Holiday Village
Walk the decorated walkways and shop for gifts and goods from holiday vendors. Carolers and local dance and choir groups perform, and guests will have the chance to take photos with St. Nick at Santa's Workshop.Select dates through Dec. 24 -
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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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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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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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Longhorn Dam Bridge Multimodal Improvement Open House
Staff from Austin Public Works, Austin Transportation, and Austin Parks and Rec. invite you to stop in and learn about the project.Tue., Dec. 10, 6-8pmOswaldo A.B. Cantu/Pan American Recreation Center, 2100 E 3rd St. -
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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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Luminex Toastmasters
Luminex Toastmasters is a public speaking group that will help you to become a more confident public speaker.Second Tuesday of every month, 4-5pm and Fourth Tuesday of every month, 4-5pm. Through March 24. Free.Luminex Auditorium, 12212 Technology Blvd. -
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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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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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Recycling & Organics Requirements for Businesses
Network with other Zero Waste businesses and learn what it takes to make your business zero waste. City staff will be on-site.Tue., Dec. 10, 2pm. Free.HID Global, 611 Center Ridge Dr. -
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ROAD MAP: Promote Your Music on Social Media
Learn the latest in promoting your music on social media at this workshop for independent artists, labels, and managers. Bring a fully charged Apple or Android device.Tue., Dec. 10, 6:30-8:30pm. Free, but RSVP.Austin Music Foundation, 333 Shore District Dr. #600 -
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Stassney Lane Improvements Feedback
ATD wants your input on how to improve transit options along Stassney from West Gate Blvd. to South Congress, so visit the link online and share your thoughts!Comments will be accepted from Dec. 5, 2019, through Jan. 5, 2020Online -
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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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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.
