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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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Buzzed Spelling Bee
Get lit for lit! Catch a buzz and put your spelling skills to work, all to raise funds for Austin Bat Cave's writing programs.Mon., Sept. 17, 7-9pm. $5 spectator; $10 participant.
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5th Annual Peace Day Austin
International Peace Day might be Sept. 21, but here in Austin we're taking 11 days to celebrate global unity. Amy’s Ice Creams is serving their signature Peace Day flavor, while organizations host special conversations on peace (see website for full schedule).: On Friday, Sept. 21, head to City Hall where Mayor Steve Adler and Austin Police Department Assistant Chief Justin Newsom will speak, along with special performances by poets and musicians.Sept. 11-21 -
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Apply for PARK(ing) Day
Join the annual Park(ing) Day celebration – where folks transform parkings space into temporary "parklets" to promotes public conversation on the need for public, open spaces in urban areas. Applications to make your own mini park are due Sept. 17. Email for additional information.Apply by Sept. 17. Free. -
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Austin Bold FC
The city's newly minted United Soccer League team will be hosting games at COTA starting in March 2019. Season passes are now available.$189 for 20-game season pass. -
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Austin Code: Boat Dock Registration Program
Boat dock owners are now required to properly address and register their dock with the city. Now through Sept. 30, owners can take advantage of the current grace period as there's no cost to register at this time.Through Sun., Sept. 30 -
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Austin Pond Society Meeting
This meeting is a meet-and-greet with the ad sponsors, who help support the yearly membership fees.Mon., Sept. 17, 6:30-9pm. Free. -
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“Titanic: The Artifact Exhibit”
Seventy years after the luxury liner sank in the Atlantic more than 150 items from the wreck were brought up from the ocean floor and brought together for this fascinating show. Timed tickets are required.June 2-Jan. 5Mayborn Museum, Waco -
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Bikin' Betties Social Ride
Social Cycling Austin presents Bikin' Betties, a weekly, beginner-friendly, all-ladies bike ride that ends with drink specials and fun activities (karaoke, minigolf, outdoor movies, etc.) Along the way, bond with other two-wheelin' ladies. Join the Facebook group for ride details.Mondays, 8pm -
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CAN Community Council 2019 Legislative Forum
Join the CAN and local delegates for a forum on how they can better support families living in poverty. Representatives Donna Howard, Eddie Rodriguez, and Gina Hinojosa will be on hand to discuss their 2019 legislative priorities relating to children and families.Mon., Sept. 17, 6-8pm. Free.Travis County Administration Building, 700 Lavaca -
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Industry Night and BYOV
Special cocktails, happy hour prices, and bring your own vinyl.Mondays, 5pm-midnight. Free. -
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Musical Mondays with Mike Horton
Enjoy all the best of Broadway (and Hollywood, and who knows – maybe even some Buffy musical hits).Mondays, 9pm -
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Neighborhood Fishing
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is stocking 17 locations in 16 cities, including Austin, with channel catfish throughout the summer.Through November. Free with fishing license.Various locations -
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Queerdalini: A Queer Yoga Experience
A sweet and queer Kundalini-centric yoga class led by Gigi Grinstad and Haley Love. Designed for all genders, sizes, and levels.Mondays, 7:30-9pm. $10-15. -
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Roger Comes to Austin: A Conversation With Andy Roddick and Roger Federer
As a fundraiser for the Andy Roddick Foundation, Roger Federer, winner of 20 Grand Slam titles, is in Austin for one night only for an entertaining and thought-provoking conversation with former competitor and longtime friend Andy Roddick, moderated by NBC Sports commentator and host Mary Carillo.Mon., Sept. 17, 5-8pm. $100-300. -
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See a Sea Turtle?
Sea turtle nesting season on the Texas coast has officially begun. If you see a sea turtle heading for the dunes, a nest, or even the distinctive tracks, call the hotline so a trained volunteer can protect the site.April-SeptTexas Gulf Coast -
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Taking it to the Streets: A Visual History of Protest and Demonstration in Austin
The Austin History Center's latest exhibit spotlights local efforts to create social change over the decades, including the Civil Rights and Women's Liberation movements. Residents are invited to upload personal photos of recent marches and rallies for inclusion.Through Oct. 28. Free. -
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Topgolf Tour
The third annual Topgolf Tour is coming to Austin on Sept. 23. Play for a chance to win $50,000 and a ticket to the championship in Las Vegas. New this year is a military division, open to active duty and veteran members of the U.S. Armed Forces.Through Sept. 20. $85 individual; $170 team. -
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Women & Non-Binary Artist Meet Up & Pop-Up Show
A nighttime showcase for women and non-binary artists. Attendees are asked to bring a piece of work – any medium – to display. Plus, exhibiting artist Blair Gallacher will open the event.Mon., Sept. 17, 7-8:30pm. Free.
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Gender Unbound Fest 2018
The multidisciplinary arts festival, spotlighting works by trans and intersex creators, returns for year three, and this time it's double the fun, double the days! For more on this year's fest, see our most recent coverage.Sat.-Sun., Sept., 29-30 -
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RuPaul's Drag Race Presents: Werq the World
RuPaul's right hand Michelle Visage brings some of Drag Race's best queens to shantay all over Austin's main stage. Queens include season 10 faves Aquaria, Kameron Michael's, Eureka O'Hara, and Asia O'Hara along with all-time all stars bob the Drag Queen, Kim Chi, and Violet Chachki. Gentlequeers, start those engines.Thu., Oct. 11, 9pm. $39-150.
