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BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration
Join BookSpring for an enchanting celebration of reading at BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration! Enjoy inspiring stories read aloud from pillars of the community, carnival games, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon makers, books, and refreshments (ALL FREE).Sat. May 4, 12pm-6pmBookSpring -
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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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Affordable Care Act Help
Now's the time to sign up for Affordable Care Act health coverage! Open enrollment runs through Jan. 15, 2024, and the city has gathered a ton of helpful resources to help you sort out options. Go online to learn more or call 800/318-2596.Through Jan. 15, 2024 -
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Bee Cave on Ice
Strap on your skates and hit the ice at the rink in Hill Country Galleria's Central Plaza.Nov. 10-Jan. 15. $15. -
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Belles & Chimes Pinball Meetup
Women and nonbinary pinball players are welcome to join this casual pinball group for all levels, meeting at Bender Bar on first Wednesdays of the month and Cidercade on third Wednesdays.First & third Wednesdays, 8pmBender Bar, 321 W. Ben White #300; Cidercade, 600 E. Riverside -
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Buddhist Meditation
Asenath Avinash, who has over a decade of experience practicing both Zen and Tibetan Buddhism, leads an hourlong meditation session. Drop-ins welcome; no registration required.Wednesdays, noon. Donations appreciated. -
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Cistern Illuminated
Experience this limited-edition, site-specific art piece of light and sound in the former underground water reservoir.Sat., Nov. 25-Sun., Jan. 7Houston -
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City Council Calls for Central Health Board of Managers Applications
Austin City Council seeks applications from qualified individuals to serve on the nine-member board of Travis County's health care district, Central Health, for an unexpired term through Dec. 31, 2025. Get more details and apply at the city's Boards & Commissions page.Applications open until positions filled -
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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, Win a Franklin Dinner
To celebrate National Blood Donor Month, We Are Blood is teaming up with Franklin BBQ for a special contest, where all donors are entered to win two seats at a private WRB dinner on Feb. 10, with 20 winners randomly selected.Jan. 2-14. Free.We Are Blood donor centers & mobile drives -
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First Wednesday Dark Sky Place Coaching
Are you helping your local community, park, reserve, sanctuary or urban park apply as an International Dark Sky Place? Or are you starting to think about it? Gather to connect with others doing the same thing and be coached by DarkSky Texas volunteers who have experience with IDSP applications.First Wednesdays, 5pm. Free.Virtual -
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Free Women's Self-Defense Class
Anyone who identifies as a woman and is interested in learning some hands-on self-defense techniques is welcome to join.First Wednesday of every month, 7:30-8:30pm. Free. -
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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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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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Holiday Lights on the River Walk
The famous River Walk is bathed in colorful lights from the top of the trees to shimmering waves left by the river barges.Through Jan. 7. Free.San Antonio -
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How to Understand the Mind: A Buddhist Perspective
In this series, Noreen Flack, resident teacher of KMC Austin, will share Buddha’s advice for developing a calm and peaceful mind.Wednesdays in January, 7:15pm. $12.Kadampa Meditation Center Austin, 1918 Bissel -
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How to Understand the Mind: A Buddhist Perspective
In this series, KMC resident teacher Noreen Flack will share Buddha's advice for developing a calm and peaceful mind. By understanding the relationship between our mind and our external circumstances, we actively create the happiness and peace we long for.Wed., Jan. 3, 7pmKadampa Meditation Center Austin, 1918 Bissel -
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Ice Rodeo
Skate beneath the stars and overlooking Lady Bird Lake at an outdoor ice rink with outdoor dining cabins, pop-up lounges, immersive holiday decor, extravagant art installations, and more.Nov. 18-Jan. 7 -
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Lights Spectacular, Hill Country Style
The holiday lights around the old courthouse are truly spectacular, but don’t miss the forest of lights at the PEC headquarters at 201 S. Avenue F.Through Jan. 7. Free.Johnson City -
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Mozart's Holiday Light Show
Savor some treats with hot cocoa or coffee and take in the gorgeous lakeside light show paired with music.Through Jan. 6. Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day -
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Small Business Division Webinars
Do you own a small business or have entrepreneurial dreams? The city's Small Business Division is here to help! Find resources and a selection of instructional webinars on the city's site, with many free classes and some with a small fee.OngoingVirtual
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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
