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Central Library Art Tour
Take a staff-guided tour of the gorgeous downtown library with a focus on the art throughout the building.Aug. 3-5. Wed. & Fri., 10am; Thu., 6pm. Free. -
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Inspire A.D. Wrestling
Inspire After Death pro wrestling returns with a live TV taping called "Return to War O'Clock High."Thu., Aug. 4. $25-35.
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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. 4Apply 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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Central Health Community Conversations
Central Health invites the community to learn about the health care system's 2023 budget priorities, with lunch/dinner provided.Thu., Aug. 4, 6:30-8pm -
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Dance Yrself Clean
DJ Psalmo spins all that's hot from the early Aughts for a poolside dance party.Thursdays, 7-10pm -
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Donate Blood, Get Ice Cream
As temperatures soar, let We Are Blood and Blue Bell cool you down. Get a free pint when you donate blood or platelets; just call 512/206-1266 or schedule an appointment online.Aug. 1-14We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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Ecstatic Dance
Connect with yourself and others at this meditative and transcendent barefoot dance night with a live DJ.Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-10:30pm. $22; $77 for eight-dance membership. -
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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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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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Innovation District Advisory Council Meeting
Join to give feedback and hear about the IDAC's Innovation District plan.Thu., Aug. 4, 5:30pm -
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JK Run Club x Fleet Feet
For a special edition of the Jester King Run Club, participants can try on running shoes from Saucony and test them on JK's 2-mile trail. They'll raffle off a pair of shoes and $25 JK gift card, and there'll be music, food, and a free beer for runners.Thu., Aug. 4, 6:30-9pm -
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Lumber Society Basket Workshop
Learn to weave baskets using reed splints, which could come in handy if you're ever stranded on an island or simply want to avoid the high costs of basketry from Pier 1.Thu., Aug. 4, 7-9pm. $20. -
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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. 20Apply online -
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Practiquemos Español
If you know some Spanish but are seeking a low-pressure environment to fine-tune it, this is the place.Mondays & Thursdays, 6pm. Free. -
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Schulenburg Festival
Rodeos, music, arts & crafts vendors, cook-offs, and sports tournaments keep everyone busy having fun.Thu.-Sun. Aug. 4-7Schulenburg -
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Tech Time at the Library
Bring your device and learn how to use it to access the library's digital materials like ebooks and movies.Thursdays, noon -
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The Drop-In
A free outdoor concert series with select nights programmed by Black Fret.Thursdays through Aug. 11, 8pm. Free. -
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Volunteer Days at ACR
Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.Tuesdays & Thursdays -
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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.OngoingVarious locations -
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YMCA Early Learning Readiness Program
A free community program for qualifying low-income families that focuses on preparing children ages 2-4 for school, while providing their caregivers with the tools to facilitate their child’s development. Classes are offered twice a week in English and Spanish and last one hour.English: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Spanish: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am.. Free.Online
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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