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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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Annie Jump and the Library of Heaven
Acclaimed playwright Reina Hardy returns to the Vortex with her first National New Play Network rolling world premiere, bringing her magic and humor to this coming-of-age adventure for everyone who’s ever looked up at the stars and dreamed. "This remarkable play engages young adults and audiences of all ages, bringing science and imagination into the theatre." Directed by Marcus McQuirter and Rudy Ramirez, and starring Jeremy Rashad Brown, Oktavea LaToi, Dane Parker, Christina Blake, and Eva McQuade.Through July 3. Fri.-Sun., 8pm. $10 and up. -
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DIY Stamp Illustration Workshop
Austin Parks Foundation and Texas Book Festival present a workshop with local authors the Pumphrey Brothers. RSVP by July 3rd to have your activity kit delivered to your door. Little Hummingbird Society members get a free kit; for nonmembers it's $15.July 10, 10am; register by July 3austinparks.org -
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Round Rock Express
Vs. Sugar Land. Dogs are welcome on Thursday, and there'll be postgame fireworks all weekend, with an extra-special celebration Sunday for Independence Day. See schedule for details and more events.July 1-6. Thu.-Fri. & Mon.-Tue, 7:05pm; Sat.-Sun., 6:05pm -
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Yoga on the Lawn
Start your Friday off right with a peaceful yoga session on the beautiful museum grounds.Fridays, 9-10am
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Arts in the Park
Pack up your picnic blankets, pile everyone into the car, and set up on the great lawn for a summer filled with live entertainment, including music, movies, and theatre under the stars.Fridays, 7pm. Free.Buda Amphitheater & City Park, 204 San Antonio St., Buda -
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Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series
For a paw-some summer, register your li'l animal lover for AHS's virtual, hands-on educational sessions, including live shelter tours, dog walks, storytime with shelter pets, crafts, and dance sessions. It's all free, and supplies are provided via pickup or you can get a supply list online. Graduation is Aug. 6-7 and comes with a certificate and swag bag.June 1-Aug.7. Free.Virtual -
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Austin Sol
Vs. Seattle Cascades. Ultimate Frisbee, food, and fun as the Sol look to stay at the top of the West Division.Fri., July 2, 7pm. $10, advance; $12 at the gate; 12 & under free.Westlake Chaparral Stadium, 4100 Westbank -
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Battle of the Badges
The Austin Police Department, Austin-Travis County EMS, and Austin Fire Department will “battle” it out to see who can recruit the most blood donors; the department to receive the most votes via donors is declared the winner. Donors cast their vote for their favorite first responder and receive a limited-edition “Battle of the Badges 2021” T-shirt. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.July 1-9. Free.We Are Blood donor centers -
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Beyond Van Gogh
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Celebrate America's Birthday at Indigo Play
Enjoy the huge playscape, plus pizza, ice pops, tons of games, and a puppet show.Fri., July 2, 9am-2pm. $12.Indigo Play, 13530 Research #102 -
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Donate Blood, Get a Taquito
Blood and platelet donors can get a special treat from Whataburger: a voucher for one of their famous taquitos. Appointments mandatory; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through July 15We Are Blood donor centers -
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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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First Friday at the Fanthorp Inn
Step back into the 1850s on special guided tours of the old inn that welcomed Texas’ historic figures.Fri., July 2, 1pm, 5pm, 7pmAnderson -
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Float to Freedom
True Rest Float Spa offers unlimited floats when you sign up for any membership level in July.Through July 31. $65 for basic membership.10721 Research Ste. B-170 -
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Free Minds Program Applications
The Foundation Communities program offers a free, yearlong college course in humanities to adults who have faced barriers to education.Deadline: July 9. Free. -
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Grimes Street Music Fest
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy live music and a street dance around the Courthouse Square, just like the good ol' days, featuring Texas Unlimited Band and the Lost Cause Band. Bring the whole family.Fri., July 2, 5-11pm. Free.Lee County Courthouse, 200 S. Main, Giddings -
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July Fourth Weekend at Blue Starlite
Drive in to see a screening of Independence Day and Blue Starlite's digital fireworks show.Thu.-Sun., July 1-4, 8:40pm -
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Living History and Music at the Museum
Special weapons demonstrations, including a flamethrower, and an afternoon of music and wine tastings in the Memorial Courtyard.Fri.-Sat., July 2-3. Free.Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg -
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Llano Rock’N Riverfest
Thrill to the roar of the Jet Ski races while enjoying the music and food vendors, and see fireworks Saturday and Sunday.Fri.-Sun., July 2-4Llano -
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No Stone Unturned: A Lifetime of Archaeology
Ben McReynolds has donated his extensive and unique collection to the museum. It will be on view for a year along with the permanent collection that includes artifacts from La Belle, the French ship discovered in Matagorda Bay; the story of ranching on the coast; and more than 13,000 years of Texas history.April 23, 2021-April 30, 2022. Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pmMuseum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria -
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Puppet Show
An original story created by Oscar, Indigo Play's very own puppeteer. Come for the show, and stay for the play in a huge educational playscape, dedicated baby area, imagination play space, and sensory room.Fridays & Saturdays, 11am. $12.Indigo Play, 13530 Research -
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Salty Yomassage
Relax in restorative yoga postures while enjoying hands-on massage therapy and practicing mindfulness meditation, all while receiving complimentary halotherapy (salt therapy).Mondays, 12:30-2pm, Austin Salt Cave; M/W/F, 6-7:30pm, Sage Blossom Massage. $60-75.Austin Salt Cave, 2951 RR 620, Lakeway; Sage Blossom Massage, 6705 Hwy. 290 W. -
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Summer Hip-Hop Classes
Dance to the latest styles of hip-hop dance and current hip-hop music. High-energy instructors teach basic to advanced levels.Offered daily throughout summer. $5-26. -
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Sunflower Festival
Walk through 6.5 acres with 35 varieties of pick-your-own sunflowers, but stay for the music, visit the petting zoo, or just play around on the farm.Through July 18. $18 online, $23 at gate.Sweet Eats Fruit Farm, Georgetown -
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The Bullock Museum: Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow
This powerful show, a traveling exhibition organized by the New-York Historical Society, explores the transformative years after the Civil War and the rise of Jim Crow, centering on stories of African Americans who pursued the ideals of Reconstruction and persevered in the face of a developing legal system promoting racial inequality.Through Nov. 28 -
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Virtual Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin
Stronger Austin has a full slate of free exercise classes available via Zoom, ranging from MixxedFit to Zumba, family yoga to yoga en español, and lots more, taking place in the morning, afternoon, or evening, so there's bound to be something that fits your schedule. And did we mention they're all free?Mon.-Sat., times varyOnline -
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Wood Reclamation
Looking for reclaimed logs for art projects or milling? The Austin Parks and Recreation Urban Forestry Unit has got you covered. Community members are responsible for all loading and hauling of wood, but PARD staff can cut logs down to size if needed.Fri., July 2, 9am-2pm. Free.John Trevino Jr. Metro Park, 9501 FM 969
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APA! Pours for Pets
Austin Pets Alive! puts the "fun" in "fundraiser" this month: For $40, you can purr-chase a passport to use participating locations throughout July, and at each stop, pick up a coffee, beer, glass of wine, or even a refreshing agua fresca. The nonprofit animal shelter is partnering with Austin favorites like Irene’s, Hank’s, Cosmic Coffee, Yard Bar, and more, and proceeds go to pets in need.July 1-31. $40 donation.Citywide
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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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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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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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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide
