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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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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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Sound Check on Trace Patio
Enjoy tunes from "Best of Austin" winner DJ Chorizo Funk, meet an adoptable dog, and raise funds for nonprofit partner Austin Animal Center.Wed., Aug. 24, 8-10pm. Free; donations encouraged.
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Audit & Finance Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss the Austin Animal Center audit and other business.Wed., Aug. 24, 9:30am -
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Austin Water Oversight Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss water supply and drought planning, among other business.Wed., Aug. 24, 1:30pm -
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College Day at the Dock
The eyes of Texas are upon college students on Wednesdays. Have your student ID ready, because it'll get you half off a boat rental all day.Wednesdays -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Wings
Bok bok! In August, blood donors get a tasty reward of a voucher for five chicken wings from Pluckers Wing Bar.Through Aug. 31We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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Drawing & Painting Classes for Kids
Calling all mini Monets! Registration is now open for afterschool and weekend art classes with professional artist and educator Amanda Jones, teaching students ages 8-18. Professional illustrator Carly Dennis also offers a special weekly class for younger artists.Ongoing. $122.50-160 monthly.607 W. St Johns #10 -
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End of Summer Sale
Get 20-30% off in-store or online on jewelry, books, and locally made, artist-designed gifts and homeware.Aug. 21-27 -
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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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Greater Austin Music Census
The live music capital wants to hear from all the folks who give the city its nickname. Adults with a professional interest in music living within the greater Austin metro area are welcome to complete a survey for the music census, which will provide valuable data for community leaders, nonprofits, and government agencies.Through Sept. 9 -
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Hiring Initiative for Reentry Empowerment Event
Building Promise USA hosts an event designed to provide pathways for formerly incarcerated individuals to access workforce development training and gainful employment. Find them at the North Loop location Aug. 20 and the Bouldin Creek location Aug. 24.Sat., Aug. 20 & Wed., Aug. 24, 9am-5pm. Free.Impact Hub North Loop, 5540 N. Lamar; Impact Hub Bouldin Creek, 440 W. Monroe -
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Joint Inclusion Committee Meeting
The JIC, which advises City Council on issues pertaining to diversity and inclusion, will discuss the GRACE Act, monkeypox, quality-of-life studies, and more.Wed., Aug. 24, 3pm -
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Marsha P. Johnson Birthday Celebration
Celebrate this queer historical icon's 77th birthday with art projects, entertainment, and cake at the park's Tudor Cottage.Wed., Aug. 24, 7pm -
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Planet Protectors
Kids ages 5 and up will learn from the Planet Protectors – Commander Sustainability, Captain Airiel, Hydro Crusader, and Agent Leaf – as they share tips on how to take better care of the planet.Wed., Aug. 24, 4:30-5:30pm -
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Purple Martin Watch Parties
Houston’s purple martins spend the day devouring insects and then perform amazing aerial maneuvers before roosting in the trees, and the Audubon Society is there to explain what’s happening.Sat., Aug. 13; Sun., Aug. 21; Sun., Sept. 4, 18; Sat., Sept. 24; 7:45pm. Free.Houston -
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Republic Square Park Fitness
A free total-body boot camp for all fitness levels.Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Free, but RSVP. -
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Tree of the Year Awards
TreeFolks and Austin Parks & Rec are resurrecting the awards after nearly a decade, and seek noms for favorite trees in five categories. They must be in the city or ETJ limits, publicly accessible, and not a previous winner, but other than that, all bets are off! So get familiar with your urban forest and take note of the best of the branches. See "Kevin Curtin Hung Out With All of Austin’s 'Tree of the Year' Winners," July 31, 2020, for a fun history lesson.Nominate through Sept. 30 -
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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 Community Gathering
Let your voice be heard at an open house and community celebration where guests can provide input, learn about the Y, and celebrate the end of summer with treats and activities.Wed., Aug. 24, 5-7pm. Free, but RSVP encouraged. -
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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
