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ICMCA presents Sarod and Flute legends - Basant Kabra and Nityanand Haldipur
Join ICMCA for a tribute to the musical legacy of the legendary Annapurna Devi. This special concert features 2 of her most distinguished disciples: Basant Kabra on the sarod and Nityanand Haldipur on the flute - traveling from India for an exclusive performance, presented only by ICMCA. Accompanied by Abhijit Banerjee and Gourisankar on the Tabla.Sat. June 7, 5pmUnity Church of the Hills
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African Americans and Labor Panel
You can always count on the Austin Public Library for thoughtful and thought-provoking Black History Month programming, even if the event’s name doesn’t let on how cool it really is! For this intriguing panel discussion, three local luminaries convene for a discussion about their career pathways and how those trajectories shaped them into who they are today. Hear from KXAN anchor Jennifer Sanders, Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award winner; Dr. Jeff Hutchinson, physician and leadership consultant with the Wade Alliance; and Jackie Venson, superstar guitarist and winner of multiple Austin Music Awards, including 2020 Musician of the Year. – Kat McNevinsSat., Feb. 8 -
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Annual Lunar New Year + Fifth Birthday Bash
Bolm Road sweet shop OMG Squee started in 2017 out of founder Sarah Lim’s home and now, in the Year of the Wood Snake, has achieved five years of brick-and-mortar pastry perfection. They celebrate every mochi donut, taiyaki sundae, and macaron this Saturday at a combo LNY and birthday bash with support from Fierce Whiskers Distillery and Topo Chico. Of course attendees can expect festive flavors at the bakery, such as their pre-order Lucky 8 Chinese pastries and free drinks, but they’ll also be hosting food pop-ups from local Asian culinary wizards like Lao’d Bar, Chanda Mau, and Chopsticks Street Food & Drinks. Plus, Kaiju Cut and Sew curates a vendor market, Summit Lion Dance performs, and the Mahjong Mafia teaches – what else – mahjong. – James ScottSat., Feb. 8 -
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Love Notes: a Valentine’s Type-In
Clackity, clackity: What beautiful music ye olde word processor makes. Austin Public Library enlists the analog skills & passion of Austin Typewriter, Ink for an event themed to this month’s romantic vibes. The Texans behind the group have been collecting, repairing, and celebrating typewriters since 2017, and now you’ll be able to access this vintage tech yourself. Drop by Westminster Drive between noon and 3pm this Saturday to clack out a poem or letter to your lover on a well-maintained machine from Austin Typewriters, Ink – and maybe learn a little more about your phone keyboard’s ancestor. – James ScottSat., Feb. 8 -
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Lunar New Year Mutual Aid Fundraiser
New Year’s celebrations are often synonymous with debauchery in American circles, but as the Lunar New Year brings about the Year of the Snake – which symbolizes wisdom, transformation, and the pursuit of love and happiness – why not put that energy toward something good? The Asian American diaspora collective Chúng Mình hosts tattoo artists, arts and food vendors, drag bingo, and DIY lucky knots, zines, and crafts at this mutual aid fundraiser, which benefits freedom efforts in Palestine, Sudan, the Congo, and India, as well as Indigenous Texans. Masks are required at this daytime event, which kicks off at 1pm. – Carys AndersonSat., Feb. 8Red Salmon Arts, 2000 Thrasher Ln. -
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Texas Roller Derby: Cherry Bombs vs. Hellcats
Do you remember Drew Barrymore’s directorial debut Whip It? Just me? First, it’s great, please watch it, and second, I’ll always be in its debt for introducing me to the wild and rocking world of roller derby. A sport that encourages rad folks to aggressively own the rink? Sign me up. It’s only made better with the incredible nicknames, like Cherry Bombs skaters “Zara Problem” and “Anya Marx,” or the Hellcats’ “Zelda HitzGerald,” an epic name I’ll be thinking about for months. Roller riot with these derby destroyers. – Cat McCarreySat., Feb. 8 -
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Valentine’s Day Printing Celebration
Just the other day at the office, we were reminiscing about exchanging sweet little Valentine cards with classmates in school, dropping notes in decorated boxes or mailbags bearing punny sentiments like “Bee mine” or “Ewe are my favorite.” Letterpress PLAY kicks it up a notch with this celebration of old-fashioned cards, offering heart-shaped cards of handmade paper that you can imprint with a V-Day-themed design, thanks to their skilled team of artists and instructors. Sweetening the deal: free cocoa and other treats to complement the lovely handmade greetings. – Kat McNevinsSat., Feb. 8
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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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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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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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GoldenGaia Vendor Market + Holistic Fair
Explore a diverse selection of vendors, including artisans, psychic readers, and holistic practitioners who can help heal mind, body, and spirit.Sat.-Sun., 11am-5pm. Free. -
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Love Where You Live Day
Keep Austin Beautiful developed this event to invite Austinites to beautify the areas around their homes and neighborhoods. Pick up some litter, weed a garden bed, or rake some leaves; it’s up to you! Check out the website for details on cleanup kit registration and social media giveaways.Second Saturdays, 9-11amCitywide -
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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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Second Saturdays
Enjoy music, DJs, and more at this late night hang at Austin's Blanton museum, open until 8pm for you to dive deep into their many art offerings.Second Saturday of every month -
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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