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Pre-College Showcase in Latin American Studies
The Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin will host a free pre-college showcase for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration required. Parking and food included. More details online.Sat. May 17, 10am-3pmBenson Latin American Collection, 2nd Floor
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Cats, Dogs & Bulls(eyes) Fundraiser
Join UA for a night of axe-throwing and fundraising for Friends of Austin Animal Center, with proceeds supporting shelter pets and their people. Via 313 will be on hand with pizza as a tasty bonus.Thu., Oct. 6, 7-10pm. $50.
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"Tangible/Nothing"
In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.Through July 30, 2023Ruby City, San Antonio -
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"Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"
This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free. -
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ACL Festival Load-In Closures
With the behemoth of a festival just around the corner, residents can expect road closures and verious lot closures around Zilker as the fest (Oct. 7-9 & 14-16) sets up and breaks down. In addition, the park will be closed for other uses beginning Sept. 26. The city has a handy map and schedule of all the details online for those who want to prepare.Sept. 19-Oct. 21Zilker Park and surrounding area -
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AISD Bond Community Conversation
AISD presents in English and Spanish and welcomes questions about the 2022 bond for the school district.Thu., Oct. 6, 6-8pmNavarro ECHS, 1201 Payton Gin -
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AISD COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Austin ISD has free vaccine clinics scheduled at schools all over the city, so it's a great time to get those boosters and get the kids vaccinated; it's approved for anyone 6 months or older.Various dates through fall/winter. Free.Citywide; find list online -
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AISD Equity Advisory Committee Meeting
Join online or in person to hear about the EAC's recommendations on matters related to equitable outcomes in resource allocation, evaluation, policies, and practices. Public comment is welcome; sign up online.Thu., Oct. 6, 5:30pm -
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All-Chamber D1 Council Candidate Forum
A partnership between the Diversity and Ethnic Chamber Alliance, Austin Young Chamber, and Austin Chamber of Commerce host a forum for candidates running for City Council in District 1.Thu., Oct. 6, 6:30-8:30pm -
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Cavern Fall Fest
Just a short jaunt from town, this family-friendly fest features a host of free activities, including a mini hay maze, live music, seasonal menu items, and a free AMAZEn’ Ranch Round-Up maze ticket to those in costume. On Halloween weekend, the Cavern Crew hosts trick or treating in the Discovery Village area, 3-5pm.Sat.-Sun. in October, 10am-5pm -
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City Council Mobility Committee Meeting
The committee will be updated on airport expansion, wildfire evacuation, and more.Thu., Oct. 6, 1pm -
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City Council Public Health Committee Meeting
The committee will hear a briefing from Central Health on the Health Equity plan.Thu., Oct. 6, 9:30am -
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Council Candidate Forum: District 3
Learn about your district's City Council candidates at a forum that can also be heard on KAZI 88.7FM and viewed live on atxn.tv, cable Channel 6, or AT&T U-Verse Channel 99. Call 512/451-6710 or email [email protected] by noon to submit questions for the candidates, and call 311 five days in advance to request language interpretation besides Spanish, Vietnamese, and Mandarin, which will be provided by dialing 855/756-7520. Election Day is Nov. 8; early voting is Oct. 24-Nov. 4.Thu., Oct. 6, 6pm -
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Dessert in the Desert
Pre-party for ACL with treats, music, raffles, and more from the Museum of Ice Cream and Desert Door Sotol. Plus, check out the "Museum of I-Scream" Halloween experience for spooktacular fun.Thu., Oct. 6, 5-8pm. Free.Museum of Ice Cream, 11506 Century Oaks Terr. #128 -
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DJ 101: Planting the Seed
DJ Cysūm gives an intro to equipment, hardware, software, and approaches toward creating DJ sets for audiences or for personal enjoyment.Oct. 6-Nov. 10. Thursdays, 6:30-8pm. $180-200. -
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Donate Blood, Get Tacos
Treat yo'self to a damn good taco from Torchy's as a reward for the good deed of donating blood.Oct. 1-14We 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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Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival
A family-friendly, kid-focused event on a beautifully shaded farmstead, with tons of activities beyond the pumpkin patch: live music, art, games, a hay maze, face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo, and so much more. A portion of proceeds will go to the Friends of the Pound House Foundation.Through Oct. 31, 10am-7pm (closed Tuesdays). $5 weekdays; $10 weekends.Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead, 419 Founders Park Rd., Dripping Springs -
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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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Gabriel Iglesias
Stand-up comic Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias makes a tour stop in the Alamo City.Thu., Oct. 6. $51.50-71.50.San Antonio -
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Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit
More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023Houston -
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House of Torment
The ultimate haunted house with three new themes featuring elaborate sets, iconic characters, towering animatronic monsters, and terrifying scenarios.Through Nov. 5. Open daily Oct. 12-31 and select weekend days otherwise -
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Intro to Pilates Series
Join a small group class exploring the fundamentals of Pilates, including techniques, vocabulary, safety, and equipment.Oct. 4-25; Oct. 6-27; Nov. 1-29. $124 for four weeks. -
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Know Your News
Overwhelmed by misinformation and fake news? Learn how to fight back in this hourlong workshop.First Thursdays through Dec., 2-3pm. Free. -
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Monkeypox Resources
Monkeypox is still on the scene, and Austin Public Health has expanded the availability of vaccines; check your eligibility via a survey with Wellness Equity Alliance via the link below. If you have symptoms, see your health care provider for testing. If you do not have a provider, call APH at 512/972-5560.Ongoing -
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Music in the Park at Indeed Tower
Kilroy Realty invites one and all to a three-part free music series under the glow of the Kilroy Star light installation. Bring a picnic or partake in goods from the food trucks, and BYO blanket or borrow one from Kilroy while supplies last. The series culminates in Starlit Austin, celebrating the holidays and benefiting Dell Children's.: Lineup:: Oct. 6: Shadow Band: Nov. 3: Peterson Brothers: Dec. 1: Starlit AustinThu., Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1, 6-7:30pm. Free.The Park at Indeed Tower, 200 W. Sixth -
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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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Party for the People
Join GoodPolitics, the League of Women Voters, Austin Monitor, KUT, and MOVE Texas for a chance to hang out with candidates for the Nov. 8 election, from Travis County commissioner to U.S. Congress.Thu., Oct. 6, 6-8pm. Free. -
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Paws & Pours for AHS
If you'll be out and about in October and you love animals, here's a chance to maximize your fun and support Austin Humane Society. Simply buy a passport and all month you'll get free glasses of wine, free flights, and other paw-some specials at more than two dozen spots, along with a beverage and koozie from Mighty Swell. Buy online or at a kickoff party at Hank's (5811 Berkman, Oct. 4, 4-6pm); Easy Tiger (1501 E. Seventh, Oct. 5, 5-7pm); or Jo's Coffee (1000 E. 41st, Oct. 7, 9-11am).Oct. 1-31. Passes available after Sept. 22. $40.Multiple locations -
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Pilates Strengthen & Sculpt Mat Workout
A class focusing on all the Pilates mat workout principles to develop a strong inner core and tone, sculpt, and strengthen the muscles.Sept. 12-Dec. 19. $5-28. -
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Pizza & Politics Thursday
Election season is really heating up, so the Travis County Democratic Party is working hard to get out the vote. Join in to help make calls to voters and be rewarded with free pizza.Thursdays through Nov. 3, 6-8pmTCDP Coordinated Campaign HQ, 2614 E. Seventh -
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Platelet Donors Urgently Needed
A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Nov. 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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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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Pumpkin Nights
Venture along a half-mile walking path, where you’ll discover the Forbidden City, a Pirate’s Cove, and more fantastical lands built using over 5,000 hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins. The celebration continues with entertainment and games in the Village festival area.Sept. 22-Oct. 30. Mon., Wed. & Thu., 6-11pm; Fri.-Sun., 6-11:30pm. $14-26; kids under 3, free. -
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Ride Bikes Thursday
Join Ride Bikes Austin for a socially paced group ride starting and ending at Parque Zaragoza and visiting a different park each week. Meet at the basketball court for an 8pm departure on a 10- to 15-mile route.Thursdays, 7:30pm. Free. -
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Roots & Wings Festival Volunteers Needed
Join Keep Austin Beautiful to assemble activity kits for the fall festival.Sept. 26-Oct. 7 -
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Sandcastle Days
See magical sand sculptures and celebrate the island with games, food, music, and "Sandcamp" where you can try your hand at sand art.Oct. 6-9. Free.South Padre Island -
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Science Thursday
Students can drop in and explore the museum, see demos, and participate in hands-on activities with STEM experts from Central Texas Discover Engineering.Thu., Oct. 6, 10am-1:30pm -
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Starry Nights
Back for fall, Girlstart provides a star show in the mini planetarium along with a related hands-on activity.First Thursdays, 5:30-7pm -
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The Austin Chronicle Halloween Costume & Home Display Contest
Dressing up this Halloween? Going all out decorating your digs? Send us pics of your spookiest, scariest, most outrageous costumes and home displays for a chance to win a prize pack curated by Culture Editor Richard Whittaker. Winners will be featured in the Oct. 28 issue.Through Oct. 25 -
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Thursday Night Football Watch Party
Enjoy $1 wings and $2 Tecates as you take in the big game.Thursdays, 7-10pm -
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Thursday Night Social Ride
Join Social Cycling Austin for a fun themed ride with post-ride activities, and check the event page for details on themes and stops.Thursdays -
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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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WIC Mobile Unit
Resources and info about Austin Public Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program for qualifying pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.Check online for current schedule. Free.Various locations