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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-2pm  
    Butler Park
  • 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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    Tales on the Trail

    Meet at the Meredith Heritage Tree Deck for a leisurely guided tour exploring the community history and natural features shaping the landscape of Waterloo Park. Tours begin at 10am; come early for breakfast bites and brunch cocktails.
    Sun., July 31, 9:30-11am  
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      Harry Potter Party

      Calling all witches and wizards, for Harry Potter's birthday is upon us and Art Garage is going all out. Party guests will make wands, sip butterbeer, and create art like a castle mug, Starry Night-inspired Hogwarts painting, or Hedwig painting.
      Sun., July 31, 1-6pm. $25.  
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      Round Rock Express

      Vs. Sacramento. Bring canned goods Tuesday for Central Texas Food Bank; bring a fur friend Thursday for Pints & Pups; see fireworks Friday; and Sunday is Kids' Day.
      July 26-31. Tue.-Sat., 7:05pm; Sun., 6:05pm  
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      Shark Week at the Science Mill

      Dive into daily shark-themed activities like a real dissection, shark tooth hunt, film screening, and stories from "Shark Guy" Matt Marchant.
      July 26-31  
      Science Mill, 101 S. Lady Bird Ln., Johnson City
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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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      Alpha Capricornids Meteor Shower

      Active between July 7 and August 15, this meteor shower is not particularly numerous, but the meteors you see could be real fireballs.
      Peak on Sat.-Sun., July 30-31  
      Northern and Southern hemispheres
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      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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      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 Budget Engagement

      Austin will adopt its 2022-23 budget this August, and is welcoming feedback online and at several town halls over the coming weeks. Get the schedule and more info at speakupaustin.org.
      Through Aug. 15  
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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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      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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      Bend & Brew

      Flow Yoga and Slackers Brewing Co. team up to bring you the best of both worlds, with a free brew (coffee or beer) after the flow.
      July 3, 17 & 31, 10am. $20.  
      Slackers Brewing, 12233 RR 620 N
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      Climate Action Happy Hour

      Meet the Austin chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby and discuss the latest in climate change advocacy and how to get involved.
      Sun., July 31, 12:30-2pm. Free.  
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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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      Drop In & Create

      The Contemporary brings out special art activities so the whole family can dig into the art, ideas, and materials seen in the exhibits.
      Sun., Oct. 16 & 23, 1-3pm  
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      Drop-in Hip Hop Classes for Adults

      Beginner to advanced dancers welcome to drop in for a great workout set to hip-hop and pop music.
      Sundays, 12:30pm. $5-26.  
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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.
      Sun., July 31, 10am-2pm. Free.  
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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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      FC Austin Elite

      They'll be playing a special guest (TBA).
      Sun., July 31, 7:30pm  
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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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      Hearth & Soul Sunday Mimosas

      Drink mimosas and shop new arrivals in homewares, accessories, and clothing all summer.
      Sundays, noon-5pm. Free.  
      Hearth & Soul, 2727 Exposition
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      Lettypalooza

      A birthday celebration with Letty Zeppelin and karaoke.
      Sun., July 31, 8pm. $10 cash at the door.  
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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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      Organized Labor for Reproductive Justice Rally & Resource Fair

      Labor unions, organizing workers, abortion funds, reproductive justice organizations, and community groups rally around the demand for abortion rights and share resources for accessing abortion safely in the wake of the Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe v. Wade.
      Sun., July 31, 6:30-8:15pm  
      Federal Courthouse, 501 W. Fifth
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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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      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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      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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      Splash Dance! With Erica Nix

      Shake it up in your swimsuit every Sunday with Erica Nix's poolside aerobics.
      Sundays, 10-11am. Through Sept. 25. RSVP, $20.
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      Try Out Girl Scouts

      Kids can get a taste of Girl Scout programming before joining with a fun STEM experiment activity.
      Fri., & Sun., July 29 & 31, 1pm. 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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      Yoga & the Four Agreements

      Redefine your agreements to live your truth using the transformational book The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.
      Sun., July 31, 2pm. $10-40 donation.  
      Flow Yoga, 202 Walton Way #200, Cedar Park

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