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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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Earth Day Jubilee with The Trail Conservancy
Join The Trail Conservancy on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Jubilee celebration! Enjoy live music by Mr. Will, Motenko, and Brother Thunder, eco-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, and fun for the whole family.Sat. Apr. 20, 10am-2pmButler Park
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A Tribute to Aida Barrera and Carrascolendas
Celebrating the legacy of filmmaker Aida Barrera, who created the first bilingual TV program for children in 1970 with Carrascolendas.Thu., May 23, 5-7pm. Free. -
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Dining Out for Life
We all gotta eat, so take yerself, your boo, your grandma, your poppop, your gaggle, your squad out on the town cuz dozens of local restaurants are donating a portion of today’s funds to AIDS Services of Austin. Participating places include Amy’s Ice Creams, Lick, Contigo, Garbo’s, Güero’s, Mother’s, Via 313, and more. Come hungry, leave satisfied. See the full list online, and read about 2018’s festivities here too!Thu., May 23, 6am-11:59pmAll around town -
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Turtlemania: Day of the Turtle
You know this barbecue restaurant sits on Bull Creek, right off Lake Austin, where turtles are so numerous that the Turtle Survival Alliance’s North American Freshwater Turtle Research Group has done research there for the past three years, right? And today the public is invited to watch the scientists and volunteers in action as they capture the turtles, tag new ones with a microchip, see how the previously tagged ones are doing, and then release 'em all back into the lake (9:30am-5:30pm,) And, for you, beer specials – and proceeds going to that TSA (5:30-8pm.)Thu., May 23
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2K Freedom Run/Walk & Juneteenth Parade Registration
Register to participate in Juneteenth run/walk or parade, to be held Saturday, June 15.Thu., May 23, 6-7:30pmB.D.H.S. Center, 1183 Chestnut Ave. -
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Austin Firefighters’ Relief & Retirement Fund Meeting
See agenda for details.Thu., May 23, 9amAustin Firefighters Pension Office, 4101 Parkstone Heights #270 -
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BookWoman BookGroup Discussion: Insufficient Evidence
Susan Kraus, author of Insufficient Evidence, will discuss her work as a writer and therapist who has supported sexual assault survivors for 40 years.Thu., May 23, 7-8:30pm -
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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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Child Passenger Safety Seat Check
Learn how to properly install car seats and other child passenger safety tips.Thu., May 23, 9am. Free. -
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Dos Equis Pop-up Fashion Show
Comedian Ben Schwartz (Parks and Recreation) is emceeing this very Jean Ralphio, on-brand fashion show where local influencers – aka those folks on Insta trying to "influence" you to buy the latest, greatest thingamajig – will model "exaggerated, over-the-top" Dos Equis-branded clothing, like a $250 towel jacket. "Because it’s not just a towel jacket, it’s a lifestyle."Thu., May 23, 7pm -
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IEEE’s Women in Engineering International Leadership Conference 2019
Women in tech discuss empowerment, entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and disruptive technology during this two-day conference.Thu.-Fri., May 23-24, 8am-5:45pm. Prices vary. -
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Kerrville Folk Festival
Celebrating their 48th year, the Kerrville Folk Festival will be hosting more than 100 musicians and will have enough plucking to frighten away chickens for miles around.May 23-June 9 -
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Lifeguard Hiring Event
Those interested in being lifeguards, swim instructors, swim coaches, or pool cashiers for the summer can attend to complete an application, interview, and register for required training.Thu., May 23, 4-8pmPARD Aquatic Office, 2818 San Gabriel -
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Live Music Crawl
Learn more about Austin live music history, get the latest scoop on the current music scene, and see iconic venues and new clubs, all while getting an overview of the city from a local musician.Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. $50. -
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Margaret Moore for D.A. Re-election Fundraiser
U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett, state Sen. Kirk Watson, Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt, and Austin Mayor Steve Adler co-host Moore’s re-election campaign kickoff. Hobnob ’til 7pm, then watch Moore take the stage with her band, Mother Rukkus.Thu., May 23, 5:30-9pm -
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Midnight in Paris: The Texas School for the Deaf Foundation’s Diamond Gala
An evening featuring the culinary and artistic talents of Texas School for the Deaf students includes a wine-paired dining experience and auctions. The TSD Foundation works to strengthen and sustain language, academic achievement, and career pathways for deaf students at TSD and across Texas.Thu., May 23, 6pm. $150-275. -
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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
Thu., May 23, is Military Appreciation Night, and on Fri., May 24, the Express turn into the Round Rock Chupacabras as part of the Copa de la Diversión, or "Fun Cup," in celebration of Austin's Latinx community.Vs. San Antonio: Thu.-Fri., May 23-24, 7:05pm -
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Storytime: Our Colorful World
Celebrate color and creativity through books, songs, and art curated especially for ages 2-5.Thu., May 23, 10-11am. Free with museum admission. -
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Youth Basic Blacksmithing
A kid-friendly lesson in metallurgy, alloys, and nonferrous & ferrous metals.Thu., May 23, 5-8pm. $125.
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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.
