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  • The Missing Middle: Affordable Housing for Austin's Seniors

    Please join DMA Companies for this free educational seminar to learn about various types of affordable housing for seniors and how to qualify. This seminar will provide useful information for any senior (55+) household with income below $80,000 per year, including resources for identifying affordable housing that is currently available in all neighborhoods of the Austin community.
    Sat. Oct. 5, 10:30am  
    Goodnight Ranch
  • Dazed and Confused 4K Restoration

    Whether it’s your first or 100th time to see it, Dazed and Confused just goes down so much better in a theater, from the booming soundtrack and the galaxy of future stars on screen to the wistful glimpses of an Austin now long gone. See the new 4K restoration of Dazed and Confused at AFS Cinema starting October 3rd.
    Oct. 3-10  
    Austin Film Society
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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, 2023  
    Ruby City, San Antonio
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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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    Austin Outlaws Quadball

    The Major League Quadball (fka Quidditch) squad hosts San Antonio Soldados.
    Sat., July 1, 7pm  
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    Austin Sol

    The local pro Ultimate Frisbee team plays the Dallas Legion.
    Sat., July 1, 7pm  
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    Baby Bloomers

    A special program for visitors ages 0-3 and their families, providing caregivers and early learners the chance to experience the children's museum together. Thinkery will host two storytimes and free play that support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of the earliest learners.
    Saturdays, 8-10am  
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    Bastrop Big Bang Celebration

    The inaugural Big Bang Celebration features live music, concessions, and fireworks at dusk. A fun run kicks things off in the morning, then there's the Pet and Pal Parade and a cornhole tourney. Market Days on Main Street goes from 10am to 5pm, followed by music and concessions, and a fireworks show begins at dusk.
    Sat., July 1. Free.  
    Downtown Bastrop
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    Bastrop Stampede 5K

    Kick off the Fourth of July weekend by joining this inaugural family-friendly run event that includes a Kids' Mile as well as the 5K. Then stick around for the Bastrop Big Bang festivities capped off with fireworks.
    Sat., July 1, 8am. $15-40.  
    Downtown Bastrop
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    Big Splash

    Dive into the party of the summer with Almost Real Things, Mesmerize, and 20+ community-focused organizations making waves to empower creators in Austin. They're putting on an all-ages fest with art, music, interactive activities, a tiki bar, dance party, and more.
    Sat., July 1, 8pm. $15-35.
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    Black Austin History Tours at the Oakwood Chapel

    Angela Thornton will lead tours to talk about the Historic Colored Grounds and the burials that were segregated by race and class in the 1800s. There are many individuals buried in this section that represent Black excellence and are inspirations today. Thornton can also offer history about the chapel and online resources to learn more.
    Through Dec. 16. Saturdays, 12:30pm. Free.  
    Oakwood Chapel, 1601 Navasota
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    Blue Star Museums

    The Bullock Museum is part of a collaboration of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, which means active duty military members and their families get free exhibit admission all summer, from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.
    May 20-Sept. 4  
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    CANCELED: Final Girl Festival

    Humble Enterprises presents a three-day celebration of women in media, including "final girls" in horror, with guests like Rachel True, Barbara Crampton, Helen Slater, and tons more. UPDATE: Due to low ticket sales, event has been canceled. - 6-27-23
    June 30-July 2. $20-50.  
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    Donate Blood, Get a Free Taco

    We Are Blood teams up with Rudy's BBQ to offer blood and platelet donors a voucher for a free breakfast taco.
    July 1-15. Free.  
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
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    Fall Registration Open

    Austin Community College is now registering for the fall semester, offering more than 100 programs including associate degrees, workforce certificates, and more. ACC offers free support and resources to students like tutoring, advising, and financial guidance. Classes start Aug. 21.
    Ongoing  
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    Family Guide: Drawing the Motion Picture

    Visiting the Harry Ransom Center with kids? Ask for a family guide at the Visitor Services desk, designed to enrich children's experience of the current exhibit, "Drawing the Motion Picture," perfect for budding filmmakers and curious minds.
    Through July 16. Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun., noon-5pm
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    Farm Yoga at Boggy Creek

    Enjoy a peaceful morning vinyasa on the farm preceded by a quick class with East Austin Succulents and followed by exploring Austin's oldest homestead and shopping fresh local goods, produce, and eggs.
    Saturdays, 8:30am. Free.  
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    Fourth of July Fireworks Show

    A little pre-Fourth fun over the weekend with live music from noon to 3pm and again from 6-9pm before the fireworks begin at 9pm. They'll tap a special sour watermelon ale to complement the summer festivities.
    Sat., July 1, 9pm. Free.
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    Fourth of July Rodeo

    Nightly events featuring bull riding, bareback and saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down calf roping, team roping, women’s breakaway roping, and women’s barrel racing followed by fireworks.
    Fri.-Sun., June 30-July 2. $10-15.  
    Wimberley
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    Fourth of July Sale

    Get 15% off in-store through July 2 or online through July 4.
    June 29-July 4
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    Fredericksburg & Stonewall Peaches

    It's peach season! Find flavorful, orchard-ripe peaches via Hill Country Fruit Council's handy guide with a map to all those tasty local peaches, as well as other delicious seasonal fruits and veggies.
    Ongoing  
    Hill Country area
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    Free Meditation Classes

    Get a brief intro and experience Sahaja Yoga, a method of meditation that takes you beyond mental, emotional, and physical activity and allows you to experience the true self which lies within.
    Tuesdays, 7:15pm; Saturdays, 10:30am. Free.
    Sahaja Yoga Meditation Center, 8711 Burnet Rd. Suite A-12
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    Fresh for Less Mobile Markets

    This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you.
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    Frontier Independence Day

    Enjoy star-spangled living history festivities including new exhibits, an 1800s magic show, live music, and 19th century games, just like the Texas frontier days.
    Sat., July 1, 10am-2pm  
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    Geeks Who Drink Trivia

    The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.
    Ongoing
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    Grounded Dance Cardio

    Pump up the jams and get moving with a dance fit cardio series blending freestyle, choreography, and toning grooves.
    Saturdays, 10am. Free, but RSVP.  
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    Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteers Welcome

    Home improvement donation and resale shop Habitat ReStore is a cool place to find treasure and make friends. Volunteers enjoy setting up displays, arranging merch, receiving donations, and keeping everything organized.
    Ongoing. Free.  
    Locations in South & North Austin and San Marcos
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    Karaoke Underground

    You won't find Britney or Mariah on this song list: This one's for punk and indie fans who want to belt out tunes from Misfits, Black Flag, Pixies, et al.
    First Saturdays, 9pm  
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    Kowai Con

    This anime horror convention will feature celebrity guests, haunted house experiences, murder mysteries, escape rooms, panels, vendors, and more.
    June 30-July 2. $39.99 and up.
    Courtyard Marriott, 16100 Impact Way, Pflugerville
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    Los Verdes Watch Party

    Join the supporters group to watch Austin FC play Miami on the road.
    Sat., July 1, 6:30pm. Free.
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    Lucky Arrow Retreat: Inaugural Family Circus

    Tons of family-friendly fun at an event benefiting ServiceDogs.org, with a farmers market, live music, armadillo racing, a petting zoo, beverage tastings, a nighttime neon pool party, and lots more.
    Sat., July 1, noon-10pm. $40, adults; kids 12 and under, free.  
    Lucky Arrow Retreat, 3600 Bell Springs Rd., Dripping Springs
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    MathHappens at the Millennium All Summer

    Join MathHappens in the MYEC atrium for free activities, games, and interactive demonstrations for the whole family.
    Through Aug. 19. Thu. & Sat., noon-6pm  
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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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    O. Henry Museum: Lone Star Limericks

    The O. Henry Museum presents an open call to writers to submit original limericks that pertain to Austin or Texas – your fave (or least favorite) person, city, animal, allergen, etc. – via the online form as a video, image, or text through July 22, to be judged by the public through July 31.
    Through July 22; winners notified Aug. 1. Free.  
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    Old Jail Tours

    The Kendall County Historic Jail that was constructed in 1887 and served for a century as the county calaboose has been painstakingly restored, bringing it back to life as a one-of-a-kind museum.
    Sat., June 24 & July 1, 10am-5pm. $5.
    Boerne
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    Put a Bird on It: International Owl Day Tattoo Contest

    In celebration of International Owl Day (Aug. 4), Blue Owl Brewing has partnered up with the Travis Audubon Society for a contest that could win you a free tattoo at Austin Tattoo Company. Submit photos of your owl ink through July 28 to be entered in a slideshow for Owl Day, where the winner will be announced.
    Contest runs through July 28; event is Fri., Aug. 4, 7pm. Free.  
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    Still Brewing Art

    The world-renowned art museum looks back at its history as the Lone Star Brewery prior to 1981 through photographs, artwork, and posters.
    June 30-Sept. 3. $10-20.
    San Antonio
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    Story Starts: Interactive Improv Show for Kids & Their Adults

    ColdTowne's youth program, Excused Absence Comedy, wraps up the season of its fully improvised, interactive, original improv comedy show for kids, performed by an adult cast with the help of the audience.
    Through Sept. 2. Saturdays, 11am. $5.
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    Texas State Parks Photo Contest

    Capture your adventures at Texas State Parks. Explore a new trail, discover a cool critter, or catch an awesome sunset, then submit your pics or tag them on social media (#TexasStateParks and #TexasParks100) to win parks passes or H-E-B gift cards.
    Deadline: Nov. 27  
    Submit online
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    The Sapphic Sting

    Have an epic adventure in this immersive game/scavenger hunt/bar crawl/Fourth Street tour/Pride month romp that has 12 different endings to be discovered. Ticket price includes the prize for successfully completing the game: a custom book that contains the story your team experienced. Extras like a tulle neck ruff or a themed hand fan are offered for a fee.
    June 29-July 1, 6:30pm. $20.  
    West Fourth & Colorado Street
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    The Trip to Bountiful

    Horton Foote’s moving play about memories and regrets comes to the historic playhouse on the Colorado River.
    June 30; July 1, 7-9 & 14-16. Fri.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2:30pm. $20.  
    Bastrop
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    We Are Blood’s Battle of the Badges Blood Donor Contest

    The Travis County Sheriff’s Office, Austin Police Department, Austin Fire Department, and Austin-Travis County EMS will “battle” it out to see who can recruit the most blood donors; the department to receive the most votes via donors is declared the winner.
    June 26-July 5. Free.  
    We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives
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    Yoga at Republic Square Park

    Welcome the weekend with a balancing and renewing yoga class surrounded by the beautiful views of Downtown. Come early or stay late to explore the SFC market.
    Saturdays, 11am. Free.  
Ongoing
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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

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