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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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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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Crawfish Festival
Dig into a mess of mudbugs while listening to some swamp rock in Marktplatz Park.Fri.-Sun., May 28-30Fredericksburg -
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Donate Blood, Get a Car Wash
Get a free Lucy's Special Express wash from Arbor Car Wash when you donate blood, platelets, or convalescent plasma with We Are Blood this weekend. Appointments mandatory; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.May 29-31We Are Blood donor centers or mobile drives -
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Eastside Pop Up Handcrafted & Vintage Market
Meet at the birdcage for an afternoon of shopping, socializing, and brunching, with lovely libations by the Grackle and tasty bites by Lick It Up Austin. Note: Rescheduled from May 23 due to weather.Sun., May 30, noon-5pm. Free; all-ages. -
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Uncommon Flea
Uncommon Objects' big backyard is transformed into a dynamic marketplace for all things vintage, found and made. Come join the fun and feast on the bargains!Last Sundays, 10am-3pm
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Austin FC Watch Party With Austin Anthem
Austin FC supporters Austin Anthem have made it super-easy to support the team while they're on the road. Check out their handy site for a guide to watch parties near you, even including parking and bus route info. This week's featured event is at Oskar Blues, to watch Verde take on the Seattle Sounders.Sun., May 30, noon (game starts at 8:30pm) -
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Austin Flea
The Austin Flea features all local handmade items and vintage wares from some of Austin's most amazing and talented vendors. Saturday you'll find them at Dreamland in Dripping Springs, and Sunday at Vista Brewing, Driftwood.Sat., May 29 & Sun., May 30, noon-5pm. Free.Dreamland: 2770 Hwy. 290 W., Dripping Springs; Vista Brewing: 13551 RM 150, Driftwood -
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Barton Creek Farmers Market
A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot) -
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City of Austin "How to Help" Portal
Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.OngoingOnline -
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Donate Blood, Get $5 at Torchy’s
We Are Blood is partnering with Torchy’s Tacos to give all blood donors a $5 Taco Money card to use toward a purchase at any Torchy’s Tacos (while supplies last). Appointments mandatory; call or schedule online.May 15-31We Are Blood centers & mobile drives -
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Escape the Box
Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75. -
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Esquina Tango Outdoor Classes
Esquina Tango has a full calendar of socially distanced, donation-based outdoor classes like samba, salsa aerobics, and of course, tango. Check out the full calendar online.Ongoing -
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Hearth & Soul SoCo Pop-Up
Tarrytown boutique Hearth & Soul hosts a pop-up shop offering samples of Ranch Rider spirits, men’s and women’s clothing, gifts, accessories, and home goods.May 28-30, 10am-7pmHearth & Soul, 1603 S. Congress -
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It’s Strawberry Time
The berries are ripe for the picking! Check the website for the latest updates. Enjoy additional farm activities on weekends; closed Wednesdays.Through May. Mon.-Tue., 8:30am-5:30pm, Thu.-Sat., 8:30am-5:30pm, Sun., 1-5pmSweet Berry Farm, Burnet -
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Maudie's Margarita Run Benefiting the Trail Foundation
Back for the 18th year, Maudie’s Moonlight Margarita Run brings two of Austin’s favorites together: running and margaritas! You can complete your 5K anytime through May 31, and a drive-through packet pickup party will be held on June 4, including yummy Maudie's chips & dips and margaritas. Each dollar raised benefits the Trail Foundation.Run through May 31; party, June 4Virtual -
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Memorial Day Weekend at Altitude
Get a jump start to summer with deals that will have you flipping for joy. They've got trampolines, zip lines, rock climbing, dodgeball, trampoline basketball, and other challenges, with discounts all weekend.May 29-31. $5-20.Altitude Trampoline Park, 2800 S. I-35, Round Rock -
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PAWS Pet Adoption Event
Jester King will host PAWS Shelter of Central Texas, a no-kill shelter in Kyle, for a pet adoption event. PAWS will have dogs and cats on-site for adoption, and Jester King will have housemade dog treats for sale, with proceeds going to PAWS. Family- and dog-friendly. Note: postponed from May 23 due to weather.Sun., May 30, noon-3pm -
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RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants
The RENT Assistance Program application portal is now open, and provides $25 million of direct support for income-eligible Austin renters who are financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the eligibility details and apply online, or call 512/488-1397.March 15-June 18 -
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Repeat Platelet Donors Get Special Gift
Platelet donors at We Are Blood will receive a limited-edition "Donate Platelets Y'all" T-shirt when they donate twice in May. Appointments required; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.May 1-31. Free.We Are Blood donor centers -
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Rockport Wine Festival
What’s not to like? Wine, beer, food, shopping, and music on the coast to raise money for the museum.Sat.-Sun., May 29-30. $8.Rockport -
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Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Lords and ladies with proper face coverings and social distancing return to the days of merry olde England for jousts, turkey legs, and merriment.Weekends, April 10-May 30, and Mon., May 31Waxahachie
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2021-22 Budget Engagement
The Budget Office’s website includes explanatory videos in English and Spanish about the city’s FY 2021-22 budgeting process, as well as a short survey for residents to share their thoughts on spending priorities. The mayor and City Council are scheduled to adopt Austin’s FY 2021-22 budget and tax rate between Aug. 11-13.OngoingOnline -
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Austin Resource Recovery Comprehensive Plan Survey
Share your feedback on ARR reaching its zero waste goals to help guide departmental efforts to measure Austin’s zero waste progress.Deadline: June 1Online -
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Austin Transit Partnership Advisory Committees Applications
Applications are now open to join the following committees: Engineering, Architecture, and Construction;: Finance and Risk; and Planning, Sustainability, Equity, and DBE Advisory. The governing body of the agency created to build out Project Connect, ATP will oversee funding, designing, and implementing the $7.1 billion mass transit overhaul.OngoingOnline -
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Drive-Through Vaccine Clinic Volunteers
If you're interested in volunteering at Travis County's drive-through vaccine clinic at COTA, sign up here.Clinic open: Fridays-Sundays -
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I-35 Capital Express North Public Hearing
Review the draft environmental assessment and the recommended alternative for improvements to I-35 from SH 45 N. to Hwy. 290 E.Through June 10Online -
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Palm District Planning Survey
Austin’s Palm District is located on the eastern edge of Downtown between I-35 and Trinity St., running from Rainey St. to 15th St. The city's Housing and Planning Department seeks public input on the future of the area as it develops the final Palm District Small Area Plan. Explore the area, take a survey, and ask questions on the city’s project website.OngoingOnline -
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Winter Storm Review Task Force Seeks Public Comment
Share your experiences and recommendations related to Winter Storm Uri, which will then be incorporated into a final report for City Council. Provide feedback online via the SpeakUp Austin website, or to speak remotely at the task force meetings, call (512/974-6339) or email no later than noon the day prior to the meetings on May 14 & 28 and June 11 & 23.OngoingRemote
