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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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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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Auditions for Vortex Summer Youth Theatre
The Vortex seeks students (ages 13-17) to participate in Summer Youth Theatre's 2021: Pandemdem Edition. Now in its 29th year, the award-winning, tuition-free program is looking for young actors, writers, musicians, designers, and technicians to engage in: workshops with theatre professionals this summer, to develop an original project with themes of: pandemic/quarantine to be performed on the Vortex's Garden Stage at the end of July. See website for details, and to schedule an audition appointment on Sat., May 29.
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AISD Vaccine Clinic: Martin Middle School
This is open to members of the AISD community 12 years of age and older. No appointments are required.Thu., May 27, 3-8pm. Free. -
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Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Special Called Meeting
New business includes an update on the North Austin Universal Health Clinic and its contract with the city for mental health services, chair appointments, and more.Thu., May 27, 6-8pmVideoconference -
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Austin ISD Board Voting Meeting
Among the agenda items is a presentation from AISD staff on enrollment in gifted and talented programs. See agenda for details.Thu., May 27, 5:30pmOnline -
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B Movies and Bad History: Texas Music
In conjunction with the exhibition "GUITAR: The Instrument that Rocked the World," explore examples of Texas music as it's been portrayed on film. Enjoy select clips and conversation to help put songs and artists in context.Thu., May 27, 7pm. $5.The Bullock Museum online -
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BSC Reopening Business Safely Global Forum
Business is not as usual. This is a safe place to talk about business concerns, share ideas, and hear from weekly business expert guests.Thursdays, 12-1pm. Through Dec. 16. Free.Online -
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Building Community Power
Join Asian Family Support Services of Austin's for its monthlong virtual conversation series on building power within and beyond Asian American Pacific Islander communities.Through May 27. Thursdays, 5pm. Free (registration required).Online -
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City of Austin "How to Help" Portal
Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.OngoingOnline -
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COVID-19 Walk-Up Vaccine Clinic: Ana Lark Center
Residents 18 years of age and older can arrive without an appointment. Pre-registering online is not required but highly encouraged to help save time.May 27-29. Thu. & Sat., 9am-3:30pm; Fri., 1-6:30pm. Pre-registration encouraged. -
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COVID-19 Walk-Up Vaccine Clinic: Delco Center
Residents 18 years of age and older can arrive without an appointment. Pre-registering online is not required but highly encouraged to help save time. This is for first dose Moderna vaccines, however, if you are more than 28 days past your Moderna first dose and have not received your second dose, you can also walk up and present your CDC vaccination card.May 27-29. Thu.-Fri., 3-7:30pm; Sat., 10am-2:30pm. Pre-registration encouraged. -
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COVID-19 Walk-Up Vaccine Clinic: SE Branch Library
Residents 18 years of age and older can arrive without an appointment. Pre-registering online is not required but highly encouraged to help save time. This is for first dose Moderna vaccines, however, if you are more than 28 days past your Moderna first dose and have not received your second dose, you can also walk up and present your CDC vaccination card.Thu.-Fri., May 27-28, 2-7:30pm. Pre-registration encouraged. -
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Donate Blood, Get $5 at Torchy’s
We Are Blood is partnering with Torchy’s Tacos to give all blood donors a $5 Taco Money card to use toward a purchase at any Torchy’s Tacos (while supplies last). Appointments mandatory; call or schedule online.May 15-31We Are Blood centers & mobile drives -
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Dress for Success Austin Virtual Restaurant Series
Nonprofit DFSA is partnering with four ATX staples to support Austin women and local restaurants and bring you delicious meals all month. Dinner for two will include a basket with wine or Tito's cocktails and either precooked dinners or prepped-to-cook ingredients with instructions. You'll Zoom in with the restaurant of the week for a chat about the meal and drink pairing, plus inspiring news from DFSA, which provides career support and business attire to women striving for financial independence.Thursdays in May, 6:30pm. $100 per week; $325 for four-part series.Virtual -
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Escape the Box
Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75. -
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Esquina Tango Outdoor Classes
Esquina Tango has a full calendar of socially distanced, donation-based outdoor classes like samba, salsa aerobics, and of course, tango. Check out the full calendar online.Ongoing -
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Explore ACC
A virtual event for all future Riverbats. Get help completing your free application on the spot, figure out your next step, and ask all your questions about life at Austin Community College.May 21, 24 & 27, 10am & 1pm. Free.Virtual -
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IN SYNC: Pitching to Music Supervisors
Austin Music Foundation and SoundSync Music present an online workshop and panel discussion about sync licensing.Thu., May 27, 6pm. Free.Virtual -
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Intro to Animal Tracking
The Lumber Society presents an introduction to reading the earth to discover the stories of Central Texas wildlife.Thu., May 27, 7pm. $20. -
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It’s Strawberry Time
The berries are ripe for the picking! Check the website for the latest updates. Enjoy additional farm activities on weekends; closed Wednesdays.Through May. Mon.-Tue., 8:30am-5:30pm, Thu.-Sat., 8:30am-5:30pm, Sun., 1-5pmSweet Berry Farm, Burnet -
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Jo Ellen & the Box of Chocolates
Jo Ellen brings her Louisiana roots to the upstairs bar with classic blues and sassy originals. Her partner, Dan Burnevik, brings vocals and guitar and solid performances of 70s classics. The delicious Cajun-inspired food will satisfy as much as the music, making it like a mini-vacay in New Orleans.Thu., May 27, 7pm. Free.Gumbo's, 701 S. Main St. Georgetown -
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Kitchen Compost Collector Pick-Up: Shalom Austin
Austin Resource Recovery customers who were part of the most recent curbside composting service expansion are eligible.Thu., May 27, 6-7:30pm. Free. -
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Maudie's Margarita Run Benefiting the Trail Foundation
Back for the 18th year, Maudie’s Moonlight Margarita Run brings two of Austin’s favorites together: running and margaritas! You can complete your 5K anytime through May 31, and a drive-through packet pickup party will be held on June 4, including yummy Maudie's chips & dips and margaritas. Each dollar raised benefits the Trail Foundation.Run through May 31; party, June 4Virtual -
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Mobility Committee Meeting
Important updates include the Healthy Streets initiative, Capital Metro’s MetroBike program, the Austin Energy Electric bicycle rebate program, and the city’s Strategic Mobility Outcome.Thu., May 27, 1pmVideoconference -
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No Stone Unturned: A Lifetime of Archaeology
Ben McReynolds has donated his extensive and unique collection to the museum. It will be on view for a year along with the permanent collection that includes artifacts from La Belle, the French ship discovered in Matagorda Bay; the story of ranching on the coast; and more than 13,000 years of Texas history.April 23, 2021-April 30, 2022. Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pmMuseum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria -
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Noches de Frida
Take a docent-led or self-guided tour of "Frida Kahlo Oasis," a rendition of the artist’s Casa Azul home and garden, and the rest of the botanical garden. Food and drink available for purchase.Select Thursdays through Aug. 26, 6-9pm. $13-15.San Antonio Botanical Gardens, San Antonio -
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RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants
The RENT Assistance Program application portal is now open, and provides $25 million of direct support for income-eligible Austin renters who are financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the eligibility details and apply online, or call 512/488-1397.March 15-June 18 -
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Repeat Platelet Donors Get Special Gift
Platelet donors at We Are Blood will receive a limited-edition "Donate Platelets Y'all" T-shirt when they donate twice in May. Appointments required; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.May 1-31. Free.We Are Blood donor centers -
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The Drop-In
Presented by ACL Radio & Long Center and driven by Austin Subaru, the Drop-In keeps the music going all summer long by showcasing a diverse lineup of Austin’s favorite and emerging artists, with select dates programmed in partnership with Black Fret. Stay tuned to Long Center & ACL Radio socials on Fridays to learn which artist is performing that week.Thursdays, 8pm (doors at 6:30). Free, but RSVP. -
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Travis County Commissioners Court Work Session
Commissioners will receive three presentations related to the Travis County Correctional System: long-range facility planning, jail classification/operations, and jail population and diversion programs.Thu., May 27, 1:30pmOnline -
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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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YMCA Early Learning Readiness Program
A free community program for qualifying low-income families that focuses on preparing children ages 2-4 for school, while providing their caregivers with the tools to facilitate their child’s development. Classes are offered twice a week in English and Spanish and last one hour.English: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Spanish: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am.. Free.Online
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2021-22 Budget Engagement
The Budget Office’s website includes explanatory videos in English and Spanish about the city’s FY 2021-22 budgeting process, as well as a short survey for residents to share their thoughts on spending priorities. The mayor and City Council are scheduled to adopt Austin’s FY 2021-22 budget and tax rate between Aug. 11-13.OngoingOnline -
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Austin Resource Recovery Comprehensive Plan Survey
Share your feedback on ARR reaching its zero waste goals to help guide departmental efforts to measure Austin’s zero waste progress.Deadline: June 1Online -
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Austin Transit Partnership Advisory Committees Applications
Applications are now open to join the following committees: Engineering, Architecture, and Construction;: Finance and Risk; and Planning, Sustainability, Equity, and DBE Advisory. The governing body of the agency created to build out Project Connect, ATP will oversee funding, designing, and implementing the $7.1 billion mass transit overhaul.OngoingOnline -
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Drive-Through Vaccine Clinic Volunteers
If you're interested in volunteering at Travis County's drive-through vaccine clinic at COTA, sign up here.Clinic open: Fridays-Sundays -
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I-35 Capital Express North Public Hearing
Review the draft environmental assessment and the recommended alternative for improvements to I-35 from SH 45 N. to Hwy. 290 E.Through June 10Online -
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Palm District Planning Survey
Austin’s Palm District is located on the eastern edge of Downtown between I-35 and Trinity St., running from Rainey St. to 15th St. The city's Housing and Planning Department seeks public input on the future of the area as it develops the final Palm District Small Area Plan. Explore the area, take a survey, and ask questions on the city’s project website.OngoingOnline -
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Winter Storm Review Task Force Seeks Public Comment
Share your experiences and recommendations related to Winter Storm Uri, which will then be incorporated into a final report for City Council. Provide feedback online via the SpeakUp Austin website, or to speak remotely at the task force meetings, call (512/974-6339) or email no later than noon the day prior to the meetings on May 14 & 28 and June 11 & 23.OngoingRemote -
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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide
