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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-6pm  
    BookSpring
  • 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 5  
    Long Center for the Performing Arts
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    Classic Game Fest

    Enjoy 70,000 square feet of retro video games and fun. Play classic arcade games and retro consoles from the Eighties and Nineties, buy and sell games, visit the museum, and even hear live bands playing video game music. Get more deets and buy a pass online; prices go up at the door.
    July 23-24. Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 10am-5pm. $10-30; kids under 10, free.  
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      COTFG NMASS

      Champions of the underground COTFG (Church of the Friendly Ghost) return with their New Media Art & Sound Summit at Crashbox, with a parallel activity at the Contemporary Austin Jones Center on July 23. Enjoy music, art, performances, and workshops at this fest dedicated to diversifying Austin’s musical ecosystem.
      July 22-24. $10/day.  
      Crashbox, 5305 Bolm #12; the Contemporary, 700 Congress
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      Kitten Yoga

      Practice your poses and meet adoptable kittens with an hourlong beginner-friendly yoga session followed by a half hour of kitty playtime. You may even meet a new best buddy, and adoption fees are waived. Class proceeds go to Austin Pets Alive!
      Sun., Aug. 21, 10am-3pm  
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      Round Rock Express

      Vs. Las Vegas. There'll be fireworks Friday, the Spazmatics play a postgame concert Saturday, and Sunday is Kids' Day, with pregame activities and a postgame run of the bases.
      July 22-24. Fri., 7:05pm; Sat.-Sun., 6:05pm  
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      Texas Roller Derby

      Texas Roller Derby and Still Austin present Musicians vs. Naturalists, with SA setting up trackside with The Musician Bourbon taking on The Naturalist Gin. The hard-hitting bout starts at 5pm. Get tix early because they've been selling out!
      Sat., July 23, 4-7pm  
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      Adult Skate Night

      Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.
      Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight  
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      AISD Bond Steering Committee

      Learn about Austin ISD's long-range plans and a potential bond package for the Nov. 8 election. Feedback is welcome online or at the meeting; get details at the BSC meeting page.
      Sat., July 23, 9am-1pm  
      Online
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      Out of Town

      Annie Get Your Gun

      The local theatre group brings sharpshooter Annie Oakley and her romantic entanglements to the stage.
      July 22-Aug. 6. Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm  
      Lockhart
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      Archery Class

      Learn the centuries-old sport from USA Archery Certified Level 3 coach Chris Ching at the historic farm.
      Second & fourth Saturdays. $35-45.  
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      Art in Public Places Applications Welcome

      The city seeks Texas-based artists to beautify public spaces, with commissions ranging from $43,000 to $625,000.
      Deadline: Thu., Aug. 4  
      Apply online
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      Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series

      Summer sessions will take Humane Heroes on an epic adventure to learn what it means to care for a pet of their own and explore ways to help animals in need. The beloved Teddy Bear surgery is back for two sessions, and an outdoor movie night screens June 23. It all culminates in graduation Aug. 3.
      June 7-Aug. 3. Free.  
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      Awaken Shakti Dance

      Explore divine feminine expression through sound and movement.
      Sat., July 23, 6pm. $20.  
      Flow Yoga, 4477 S. Lamar
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      Ballet Austin Online Fitness Classes

      Choose from a variety of movement classes offered via livestream.
      Sat., April 4  
      Online
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      Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul” Dance Flash Mob

      What fun! Join Ballet Austin to dance out to Beyoncé's single "Break My Soul" from upcoming release Renaissance. You'll rehearse for two hours the first day, then an hour the second day, followed by the flash mob.
      July 23-24. Sat., 12:30pm; Sun., 1:30pm. $12.  
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      Bilingual Yoga

      Sana Yoga provides a pathway for healing with equitable and accessible programming, while organizing to reduce systemic factors that negatively impact mental health, physical health, and social well-being among our Latinx community and other marginalized communities.
      Saturdays through July 30, 10-11am
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      Communicating Beyond the Veil

      An interactive workshop covering the elements of mediumship and all things seance.
      Sat., July 23, 7pm. $55.
      Minx + Muse, 605 W. 37th
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      Donate Blood, Get Movie Tickets

      We Are Blood teams up with Alamo Drafthouse to reward blood and platelet donors with a voucher for a free movie ticket. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
      July 16-31  
      We Are Blood donor centers & mobile drives
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      Eastside Pop Up Heads South

      They're switching it up with an indoor night market, because it's too darn hot! Find something special from one of the local small-business vendors.
      Sat., July 23, 5-9pm  
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      Eliminating Recycling Contamination Pop-up

      Austin Resource Recovery staff will give out goodies, answer questions, and talk about common blue cart "oopsies" to help you recycle right.
      Sat., July 23, 9am-1pm. Free.  
      Lakeline Farmers Market, 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr.
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      Escape the Box

      Explore the hidden side of Austin with an event billed as "an escape room, but outdoors, with time travel." Guests will explore an iconic neighborhood, solve puzzles, and take memorable photos. Book online or call 512/633-9356.
      Saturdays, 11am. $35/person; $15/person 10 and under.  
      South Congress/East Austin
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      Fall Art Classes

      Art Garage is now registering students for eight- to 12-week classes this fall, which allow your kiddos ages 4-16 to explore several art mediums with certified art educators at afterschool and home school sessions.
      Classes begin Sept. 12. $350-550.  
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      Family Day at the Ney

      Here's an art activity for children of all ages: constructing cardboard castles, inspired by the museum building designed by Elisabet Ney.
      Sat., July 23, 10am-noon. Free.  
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      Family Day at the Ney

      Gather outside for an art activity constructing cardboard castles inspired by the museum, which was designed by Elisabet Ney herself, then check out the museum or nearby Shipe Pool.
      Sat., July 23, 10am-noon  
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      Farm Yoga

      Enjoy a peaceful morning yoga session preceded by a quick succulent care class with East Austin Succulents, then explore the farm and shop local goods, eggs, and produce.: Yoga mats, Mad Hippie sunscreen, and water will be provided, and guests get a $5 voucher to use at the farmstand and a gift from East Austin Succulents.
      Every other Saturday, 8:30am. $30.  
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      Free Fitness Classes

      Stronger Austin, powered by It’s Time Texas, offers a variety of free fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba.
      Ongoing. Free.  
      Online via Zoom
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      Grounded Dance Cardio

      Pop in for an upbeat, high-energy dance cardio session with Austin's best instructors.
      Saturdays through July 30. Free.  
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      Grown Folks Step 'n' Roll

      An adult roller skating and dance party, with glow-in-the-dark bowling too. BYOB.
      Every other Saturday, 9pm. $5-10.  
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      Keep It Cool Market

      Beat the heat with ice pops, cool drinks, and shopping an indoor market with over 15 vendors. Sky Candy will offer intro pole and aerial classes for anyone wanting to try the sky.
      Sat., July 23, noon-5pm. Free.  
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      MoveOutATX

      The city seeks volunteers for its event that collects gently used items from UT-Austin students during move-out season to divert items from the landfill. New this year is a Free Furniture Market (4901 Guadalupe), where Austinites can pick up completely gratis furniture (2:30-7pm each day). Sign up to volunteer and get plenty of perks from area businesses.
      July 28-31, 11am-6pm  
      West Campus
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      Out of Town

      National Day of the Cowboy

      Tighten up your spurs for a day of cowboy and cowgirl fun with trick ropers, wagon rides, music, and a rodeo.
      Sat., July 23, 9:30am-3pm  
      Bandera
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      Night Golf

      A nighttime shotgun-style nine-hole round made more fun and challenging with glow-in-the-dark balls.
      Thu.-Sat., 6-9:30pm. $20.  
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      Other Worlds Screenplay Contest

      Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).
      Final deadline: Aug. 20  
      Apply online
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      Pizza & Postcard Party

      It's pizza, postcard-writing, and pfun in Pflugerville as the TravCo Democratic Party seeks to get 1,000 postcards written to voters.
      Sat., July 23, 7-10pm  
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      Pop-up Market at FSG

      Sip and shop with Fase Cafe and a Lonesome Wolf Vintage market, with free bevs from Lone Star Beer, Austin Eastciders, and Waterloo Sparkling Water.
      Sat., July 23, noon-4pm  
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      Pours for Pets

      Support Austin Pets Alive! and stay cool this summer by purr-chasing a passport that gets you a free drink at a variety of locations offering beer, wine, coffee, and more. Buy online and pick up your passport at any of the APA! thrift stores.
      Through July 31. $45.  
      5801 Burnet Rd.; 1409 W. Oltorf; 5102 Clarkson
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      Purple Martin Party

      Gather with Travis Audubon to watch hundreds of thousands of purple martins swirl into their roosting site at sunset.
      Sat., Aug. 6, 8pm  
      Capital Plaza, I-35 & Reinli (near Target)
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      Reuse on the Runway Applications Welcome

      Austin Creative Reuse is putting on its second fashion show on Nov. 4 with looks made from upcycled materials, and seeks volunteers and designers. If you've got a creative fashion idea or a skill to contribute such as makeup artistry, set design, or modeling, apply now to get involved.
      Deadline: Sun., July 31. Free.  
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      The Karaoke Underground

      This ain't yer daddy's karaoke, it's the punk and indie rock version with tunes by the likes of Pavement, Dead Kennedys, the Misfits, et al.
      Sat., Aug. 13, Sept. 24, 9pm. Free.  
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      To Emancipate: Author Talk

      Hear from author Sarah Grace Monroe, who created a book compiling genealogy, photos, and recipes from her many ancestors resting in Oakwood Cemetery.
      Sat., July 23, 2-3:30pm. Free.  
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      Viva la Vida Fest

      A festival celebrating Frida Kahlo's legacy and contributions to the queer community, Viva la Vida Fest will have music, entertainment, a photobooth, a living altar, arts and crafts activities, a Frida Friday ATX Market, and much, much more. DJs Chorizo Funk, Rosez, KickIt, and Supermcnasty spin over the day.
      Sat., July 23, 5-11pm. $20-40, GA; kids 6-17, $5, 5 and under, free.  
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      Volunteer With TCDP

      With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.
      Ongoing  
      Various locations

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