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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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Bloodbath Studio Presents: METANOIA Fashion Show and Film
Love fashion, but struggle to see yourself represented among the vaulted leagues of haute couture? Enter Bloodbath Studios, a local upstart dedicated to industry inclusivity. In METANOIA, a phrase that itself means “profound transformation,” LGBTQ+ designers showcase crafty clothing from the most unlikely substances. There’s fabric, metal, and let’s say, more “organic” material in these fearless frocks. Grab your own slice of Fashion Week with a night of pure creative spectacle. – Cat McCarreyDec. 6-7
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60th Annual Trail of Lights
Kicking off this Tuesday is a tradition Austinites always “light up” for. See dazzling electric light displays alongside loved ones – or maybe a person you’re trying to buddy up to so you can betray them later? Your choice, TBH. In addition to their illuminated offerings, the Trail of Lights Foundation and sponsor H-E-B also spotlight local musicians with a lineup including Tone Royal, Chief Cleopatra, Como Los Movies, and more. Attend on the free weekdays (Dec. 10-13, 16-18) or pay the weekend price ($8 for general admission, $25+ for the “platnium” tickies). Bonus: That blessed little train the Zilker Eagle will be running during special holiday hours. Toot-toot! – James ScottThrough Dec. 23 -
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Austin International Folk Dancers
Join AIFD for an evening of dances from around the world with no experience or partner required.Fridays, 7-9:45pm. $5 (under 18, free). -
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar
This annual holiday market has been doing the unique, artisanal gift thing for long enough to have pretty much perfected it. Get in, grab the items to help check folks off your giftee list, and check out. You might want to take a business card from the booths you buy from so when the person opening your gift inevitably wants to know where you got it, you’ll be one step ahead. Online shopping and shipping is also available for folks unable to visit in person. – James RenovitchNov. 15-Dec. 24 -
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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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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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Sand Volleyball & 5x5 Soccer Signups
Meanwhile Brewing really maximizes the use of its expansive south-side space, offering a stage, playground, and soccer field alongside its excellent taproom and food trucks. They’ve got two sports leagues gearing up to start in January, for those who want to burn a few calories with pals along with a few cold ones. Whether you’re a bump-set-spiker or a dribble-pass-kicker, you’ll find your people at one of these leagues that dangles a $200 Meanwhile gift card as a championship trophy to work toward. – Kat McNevinsThrough Dec. 19 -
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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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Winter Wanderland
Iconic Austin Motel always does it up colorfully for the holidays, modifying their motto to “Snow Close, Yet Snow Far Out” and decking the halls with all the hues. This year they’re setting up festivities at the new Rocky’s Bar, named in honor of late motel cat Rocky, and serving festive drinks like shotskis and Mexican frozen chocolate by the fire. Extra festive events happen Thursdays through Sundays, kicking off with the tree lighting and KUTX Old-School Dance Party Dec. 5 from 6 to 9pm, and followed by sing-alongs, pop-up markets, toy drives, visits from Hunky Santa, holiday films, and more. – Kat McNevinsThrough Dec. 22
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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