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New Year Mimosa Run
Start your year the right way … and the wrong way. The fine and fit folks at Rogue Running will host a 3-7 mile jaunt through Austin – that’s the healthy part – followed by mimosas, coffee, and sparkling cider – that’s the unhealthy part, although it might help your mental health. Maybe this will be a whole new fitness leaf you’ll be turning over, but even if your resolution to run only lasts for that one day, you’ll still be that tiny bit healthier going into what promises to be a grueling 2025. – James RenovitchWed., Jan. 1410 Pressler -
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Polar Bear Splash
No polar bears were invited to this year’s plunge, as far as I know, but they wouldn’t like the weather in Austin anyway. A bit too humid, TBH! So this event rec goes out to all our non-polar bear readers, many of whom are humanoid and will take great delight in hopping feet first into the chilly Barton Springs. I’ll say this: It’s certainly a unique way to welcome the new year. Cold, wet, and awake too early – such is the edict for 2025. Of course, you can always hit up Save Our Springs for free coffee and donuts to warm up post-plunge. – James ScottWed., Jan. 1
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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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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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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 Mall Blood Drives
It can be increasingly difficult to avoid the mall during the holidays, but if you need a selfless reason to help you swallow the capitalistic excesses that creep up this time of year, Central Texas’ nonprofit blood center has your back. They’re running multiple blood drives over the next few weeks, a time when donations often slow down. Give a pint and wear that little bandage with a sense of superiority while you blow some cash on crap for that cousin you barely tolerate. [Editor’s Note: We Are Blood also offers a free branded long-sleeve shirt and Alamo Drafthouse movie ticket to all donors – so maybe donate a li’l blood and catch one of our many Drafthouse Calendar picks for freesies.Tis’ the sanguine season, and all that goodwill to all humans business.] – James RenovitchThrough Jan. 5; check online before going -
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Mozart’s Holiday Light Show Cruise
Celebrate holiday lights and our city’s gorgeous aquatic environment in style at Mozart’s. Part of their yearly Lake Austin Festival of Lights, the coffeehouse offers multiple options for you to sail upon. Bundle up beneath a crystalline-style igloo with up to 10 friends, or float within the first ever electric donut boat while a captain guides you through the light displays. Or round up 22 loved ones for a full-on cruise through Lake Austin on a vessel decorated in seasonal cheer. All sailing options include complimentary hot chocolate. Cheers! – James ScottThrough Jan. 1 -
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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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Trivia 512
We really have no shortage of trivia events in this town full of smarties, but what grabbed my attention with this one was the quality of the prizes. First place gets $125 to spend at happenin’ host venue Radio, plus $15 to whiskey distillery Still Austin, and second place wins $75 at Radio and $15 at Still. Third place is even a good prize: a bag of high-quality Radio coffee beans and a koozie. So dust off the ol’ brain, grab some buds, and head over to Radio on Wednesdays to give it a go. Fuel up beforehand with a 5-7 happy hour and discounted burgers, fries, and chicken sandwiches from Shortwave. – Kat McNevinsWednesdays
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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