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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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Will Taylor + Kevin Russell: Strings in the Park
This concert at Central Market brings string wizard Will Taylor together with music legend Kevin Russell (of Shinyribs and the Gourds) for an afternoon of original songs, performed by live string quartet, voices, horns, and rhythm section. Bring your blankets and camping chairs or take a seat at one of the tables onsite, be serenaded in open spaces overlooking old growth trees and a lively creek. Note: Bring your mom!Sun., May 12, 3-5pm. Free.
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Big Squeeze Brunch Afterparty & Accordion Workshop
Join the Big Squeeze finalists for live music, brunch, and an accordion workshop with zydeco accordionist Cedryl Ballou.Sun., May 12, 11:30am-1pm. Members, free; nonmembers, $10. -
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Call for Applications: Visiting Justice of the Peace
Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt is currently accepting applications for a visiting justice of the peace to hear class C misdemeanor cases and more. Those selected – a legal background is required – will be part of a roster available to serve when a sitting Travis County judge is away.Deadline: Mon., June 10, 5pm -
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Detox. Retox. Repeat
Work up a sweat with barre studio MOD Fitness, then cool down with a complimentary post-workout cocktail and a dip in the W Austin pool.Sun., May 19, 11am. $20. -
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Dog Mom's Day
Mother's Day goes to the dogs and their moms at this party honoring all the dog moms out there. Enjoy build-your-own mimosa buckets, all day Yappy Hour (25% off your visit when you bring your fur baby), and a pet-friendly menu from Healthy Pet.Sun., May 12, 11am-4pm. Free. -
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Fur Mama's Day Adoption Event
Austin Animal Center and Austin Pets Alive! are teaming up this Mother's Day to offer $12 adoption fees at both shelters. All pets at AAC and adult dogs and cats at APA! will be eligible for the promo adoption fee.Sat.-Sun., May 11-12 -
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Labor History and Resistance in the Age of Trump
Austin Democratic Socialists of America member Fred Glass leads a discussion about the history of the labor movement and which historical working-class strategies are relevant to activism today.Sun., May 12, 4-6pm -
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Mama Slay Mother's Day Tea Party
A family-friendly event featuring a full high tea service, special ice cream floats from Lick, retro fashion & classic car shows, and more. All proceeds benefit Girls Rock Austin, helping send girls in need to Girls Rock Camp on full scholarship.Sun., May 12, 11am-6pm -
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Mamaste: Pints & Poses + Mother's Day Yoga
An hour of yoga filled with poses honoring moms, followed by a pint in Circle Brewing Co.'s tasting room. BYO mat!Sun., May 12, 10:45am-noon. $12; moms, free. -
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Mother's Day & Mimosas
For the 21+ crowd, throw some axes with your mom while sipping on OJ-and-champs libations. Ticket includes your first mimosa, but it's BYOB, too.Sun., May 12, 11am. $25 per person. -
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Mother's Day Austin Flea at the ABGB
Shop local, handmade items and vintage wares for one-of-a-kind gifts for Mom.Sun., May 12, noon-6pm. Free. -
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Mother's Day South Lamar Block Party
A fun-filled weekend with lots of amazing pups, food and drinks, and door prizes, all in the name of encouraging folks to adopt a new furry family member.Sat.-Sun. May 11-12, 9am-1pm. Free.Barkin Creek, 2153 S. Lamar -
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Mother's Day Special: DIY Perfume Workshop
Learn about the history of perfume (the world's first chemist was a woman who made perfumes around 1200 BC!) and play with different scent combinations to create your own blend that you'll take home at the end of the workshop.Sun., May 12, 3-5pm. $73. -
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Mother's Day Taekwondo
No martial arts experience required for this low-key class for moms looking to explore taekwondo. At the end, attendees will receive a pink belt as a certificate of participation.Sun., May 12, 1:30-2:30pm. $5. -
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Mother's Day Tea Cup Planting Party
Attendees will create their own tea cup arrangement, complete with a curated succulent mix, decorative moss, cholla wood, and rock topping. Mother's Day tea and snacks will follow the class.Sun., May 12, 5-6:30pm. $25-60. -
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Pop-up at the Park
Enjoy complimentary craft beer and wine while shopping plant-based goods.Second Sundays. Free. -
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Real Austin Tour
This “bucket list tour” gives you a city overview in just two hours. Get acquainted with Austin's art, music, culture, food, history, parks, and famous people while touring major landmarks, lesser-known gems, neighborhoods, and food trucks. And, with the Mercedes tour van, you'll be riding in style.Multiple tours daily, starting at 10:30am. $35. -
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Round Rock Express
Vs. Oklahoma City: Sat., May 11, 7:05pm; Sun., May 12, 1:05pm; Mon., May 13, 7:05pm; Tue., May 14, 11:35am -
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Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Opening weekend of the fair that goes through Memorial Day features tournaments, comedy, music, and lots of food.Sat.-Sun., April 6-May 26Waxahachie -
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SJP Monthly Gathering
Monthly meeting to advocate for effective sexual assault response change.Sun., May 12, 1-2:30pm -
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Summer and Bird
Wait, you mean someone commissioned author Katherine Catmull to adapt her excellent fantasy novel for the stage? Yes, Austin Playhouse did that – and now the company's Theatre for Youth program presents the world premiere of this modern wonderment, suitable for the whole family, as directed by Lara Toner Haddock. And – look, birdlings! – here's our review of the show.May 4-12. Sat., 2 & 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. Extra show: Fri., May 3, 7:30pm. $7-28 (free, ages 4-18). -
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Trash Critters
In this improvised show, kids from the audience are invited onstage to help a raccoon and an opossum find that sweet, delicious trash.Through May 26. Sundays, 11am-noon. $5. -
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Umlauf Family Day: Families in the Garden
This month, the family-friendly series features Small Wonders Puppet Theatre, as well as a kimono show with Japan American Society of Greater Austin.Sun., May 12, noon-4pm. Free.
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Registration Open for Summer Swim Lessons
Swim lessons for all ages and skill levels, provided by the city of Austin Parks and Recreation Department’s Aquatic Division.$57, residents; $66, nonresidents.
