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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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Stay Black & Live Juneteenth Festival
The fourth annual fest on the theme "Austin Family Reunion" offers several days of programming, from community kickbacks, dance parties, cookouts, and live music to dynamic conversations with thought leaders, educators and public scholars. Grammy nominee SaulPaul, Grammy winner Pamela Dawson, James Beard honoree Michael T. Twitty, and Pulitzer winner Dr. Annette Gordon-Reed are just a few of the highlights of the weeklong festivities.June 12-19 -
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Rooftop Yoga + Soundbath for APA!
Join Cynthia Bernard, founder of ATX Yoga Girl, and Sarah K. Wolf, founder of Good Party ATX, at the Colton House rooftop for an evening of yoga, sound, community, and an epic raffle (Colton House pool passes, movie passes, Mayawell gear and more!) all while benefiting Austin Pets Alive! Bring items to donate to APA! such as leashes, canned food, toys, litter, and cleaning supplies.Thu., June 15, 7pmColton House Hotel, 2510 S. Congress
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"Tangible/Nothing"
In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.Through July 30, 2023Ruby City, San Antonio -
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AMO Soundsystem
Go back to the era of indie euphoria as Daft Hunks present all that's hot from the music of the Aughties.Third Thursdays, 5-8pm. Free. -
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Ancestral Memory Jug Display
See jugs made by 16 Bastrop Freedom Colony descendants in honor of family members who survived plantation slavery to build thriving black educational, cultural, and religious institutions for the generations to come in Central Texas.June 15-19, 11am-3pm. Free.Bastrop Co. African American Cultural Center, 1303 Pine St., Bastrop -
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Black Land Matters: The Symposium
The city's Housing Department presents a symposium exploring the ongoing challenges that Black Americans continue to face regarding land ownership and examining resources available to help secure black land ownership in the face of ongoing land loss and/or threat.Thu., June 15, 10am-2pm. Free, but RSVP. -
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Black West Austin Driving Tour
Join Neill-Cochran House Museum for a tour of West Austin African American history beginning at the museum and winding through historic sites of Wheatville and Clarksville, two of the original fifteen freedman communities established in Austin after the end of the Civil War. The tour includes access to videos for each stop that explore the history of the site and create connections between the past and present.June 14-25 -
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Blue Star Museums
The Bullock Museum is part of a collaboration of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, which means active duty military members and their families get free exhibit admission all summer, from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.May 20-Sept. 4 -
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Come and Taste It
Meet the folks behind Becker Vineyards and Independence Brewery while enjoying the music of Colton’s Kin.Thu., June 15, 5-8pmGruene -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Pizza
We Are Blood teamed up with Mr. Gatti's to reward blood and platelet donors for a voucher good for a medium pizza.June 1-15We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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Drag the Ban
Protest censorship and recent anti-drag bills alongside ACC's creative writing department at this event where local artists like Alexander the Great, Brigitte Bandit, Channing Ate'Em, and Selma Bawdy will be performing and reading banned works of literature.Thu., June 15, 7:30pm -
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Fall Registration Open
Austin Community College is now registering for the fall semester, offering more than 100 programs including associate degrees, workforce certificates, and more. ACC offers free support and resources to students like tutoring, advising, and financial guidance. Classes start Aug. 21.Ongoing -
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Family Guide: Drawing the Motion Picture
Visiting the Harry Ransom Center with kids? Ask for a family guide at the Visitor Services desk, designed to enrich children's experience of the current exhibit, "Drawing the Motion Picture," perfect for budding filmmakers and curious minds.Through July 16. Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun., noon-5pm -
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Fredericksburg & Stonewall Peaches
It's peach season! Find flavorful, orchard-ripe peaches via Hill Country Fruit Council's handy guide with a map to all those tasty local peaches, as well as other delicious seasonal fruits and veggies.OngoingHill Country area -
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Freedom + Juneteenth: A Night of Jubilation
Join Pease Park Conservancy and Art Is Cool for food, conversation, and jubilation. Learn from an incredible panel of experts who will share their knowledge and research around Austin’s Black Freedom Communities that once lived and thrived along Shoal Creek prior to the 1928 City of Austin Plan and the history of Juneteenth celebrations in Austin. Funmi Ogunro will moderate the panel and share a preview of her upcoming documentary about Austin’s Black Freedom Communities.Thu., June 15, 7-9pm. Free, but RSVP. -
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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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Galveston Juneteenth
Visit the birthplace of the national celebration honoring emancipation with self-guided tours, festivals, gospel music, picnics, art, and more.Through June 19Galveston -
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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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Keeping the Pease Yoga
A free gentle flow and breathwork class led by Vivian Lee.Thu., June 15, 6pm. Free. -
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Living a Meaningful Life
Join to learn specific advice from Buddha on making sure we do not waste our life on meaningless things.Thursdays through June 22, 7pm. $12. -
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MathHappens at the Millennium All Summer
Join MathHappens in the MYEC atrium for free activities, games, and interactive demonstrations for the whole family.Through Aug. 19. Thu. & Sat., noon-6pm -
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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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Rainforests in Austin
Learn about the Rainforest Partnership and how to take action for our climate and planet.Thu., June 15, 6-8pm. Free. -
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Ride Bikes Thursday
Join Ride Bikes Austin for a socially paced group ride starting and ending at Parque Zaragoza and visiting a different park each week. Meet at the basketball court for an 8pm departure on a 10- to 15-mile route.Thursdays, 7:30pm. Free. -
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Round Rock Express
For a fun twist this week during a series of games vs. the El Paso Chihuahuas, from Friday to Sunday the Express become the Chupacabras as part of Minor League Baseball's Copa de la Diversión, or "Fun Cup." The games will feature various entertainment groups, food options, merchandise, players, vendors, etc. to celebrate Hispanic/Latino culture.June 13-18. Tue.-Fri., 7:05pm; Sat.-Sun., 6:05pm -
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Small Batch Trivia From Geeks Who Drink
Join a short & sweet trivia game with five rounds of five questions each, including audio and visual elements.Thursdays, 7pm. Free. -
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Storytime for All Kids
Take a magical adventure through the pages of a children's book, where imaginations will soar and laughter will abound.Thu., June 29, 11:30am. Free. -
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Texas State Parks Photo Contest
Capture your adventures at Texas State Parks. Explore a new trail, discover a cool critter, or catch an awesome sunset, then submit your pics or tag them on social media (#TexasStateParks and #TexasParks100) to win parks passes or H-E-B gift cards.Deadline: Nov. 27Submit online -
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The Body Resilient Series
This 3-week fitness series is packed with valuable tools to use anywhere/anytime to bring your best self forward.June 15-29. Thursdays, 7:15pm. $108. -
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Third Thursday at Lenoir
Every third Thursday, Lenoir donates 5% of sales to community organizations near and dear to their hearts. This month’s beneficiary is CASA of Travis County, which trains volunteers to promote and protect the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect and advocate for them in courts, schools, and the community. Enjoy family, friends, and fine times at the restaurant as you contribute to a great cause.Thu., June 15, 5-10pm -
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Third Thursdays: Peterson Brothers
Enjoy extended museum hours, happy hour specials, and a performance by the Peterson Brothers. Upcoming musical guests are Zach Person in July (pictured) and Mélat in August.Thu., June 15, 5-8pm. $9-13. -
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Thursday Night Social Ride
Join Social Cycling Austin for a fun themed ride with post-ride activities, and check the event page for details on themes and stops.Thursdays -
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Volunteer Days at ACR
Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.Tuesdays & Thursdays -
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Volunteer Opportunity: Call for Homestay Families
Families are needed July 22-26 to host teen girls from the Middle East, North Africa, and the U.S. who'll be visiting Austin to learn about STEM careers. Background check required.Ongoing. Free. -
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We Are Blood Giving Double Campaign
Double your giving this month in one fell swoop: Blood and platelet donors at We Are Blood can choose either Central Texas Food Bank or Austin Humane Society as recipients of a $5 donation from WRB. As part of the campaign, they'll host blood drives at Austin Humane Society (124 W. Anderson, Thu., June 15, 11am-1:30pm) and at the Central Texas Food Bank (6500 Metropolis, Tue., June 20, 11am-2pm).June 1-30. Free.We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
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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
