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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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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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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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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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Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
Nothing says holidays in Austin like scouring aisles and aisles of local art, crafts, and self-care products. But there's live music. And beer. Find the complete artist list and music lineup here.Dec. 13-24. Daily, 11am-10pm; Christmas Eve, 11am-8pm. $10-50; ages 12 & under, 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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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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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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East Austin Nursing Services
Nurses will be on-site to help navigate health concerns, provide check-ups, offer nutrition education, and help track down affordable health insurance coverage.Mondays, 8:30-11:30amEast Austin Neighborhood Center, 211 Comal -
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Forts & Foes
Slay your case of the Mondays by slaying some monsters at this weekly Dungeons & Dragons gaming night.Through Dec. 30. Mondays, 7-10pm. Free. -
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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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Live Music Fund Community Forum
Austin musicians and live music industry reps are encouraged to share their thoughts on the newly formed Live Music Fund.Mon., Dec. 16, 2-4pm. Free. -
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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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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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Neighborhood Services at North Austin YMCA
A pilot program from the Austin Public Health Neighborhood Services Unit to help neighborhood residents access bus passes, rent and utility assistance, and social work and nursing services. Call for more info or to set up an appointment.Mondays, 8:30am-12:30pm -
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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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Repeat Offender Program Tenant Input Meeting
Tenants living at ROP properties are invited to share their experiences. Unable to attend? Take the online survey.Mon., Dec. 16, 6-7:30pm -
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South Austin Nursing Services
Nurses will be on-site to help navigate health concerns, provide check-ups, offer nutrition education, and help track down affordable health insurance coverage.Mondays, 8:30-11:30amSouth Austin Neighborhood Center, 2508 Durwood -
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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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Ugly Sweater Contest
Dust off your most ho-ho-horrible-looking holiday sweater for the chance to win $50 Pinballz gift card.Mon., Dec. 16, 8:30-9:30pm -
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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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Wild Bill's Honky Tonk Holidaze
Opening night of Bill Ogden's original Christmas musical is sold out, but there are still three more nights to shop nontraditional wares at the pre-show gift market – with live music, local artists, and more. This year's production benefits HOME (Housing Opportunities for Musicians and Entertainers).Sun.-Mon., Dec. 8-9, 15-16. $20-25.Dec. 8-9 at “Santa’s Stash Pot” (777 Shady Ln.); Dec. 15-16 at Sam’s Town Point (2115 Allred Dr.). -
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Young Voices of Austin Volunteer Call
The youth services nonprofit is in need of tutor and enrichment activity volunteers on Mondays from 4-5:30pm or 6-7pm.Mondays. Through March 23. Free.First Austin, 901 Trinity -
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Youth Rise Texas Nineties Holiday Skate Party & Fundraiser
Party like it's 1999 and hit the rink with a bunch of fam-friendly holiday joy, games, and food for all. Austin-based nonprofit Youth Rise Texas is dedicated to uplifting youth directly impacted by parental incarceration and deportation.Mon., Dec. 16, 6-8pm. Adults, $20; ages 20 & under, $10.
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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.
