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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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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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Car Caravan to Stop the Permian Highway Pipeline
Kinder Morgan’s Permian Highway Pipeline is a threat to the sole source of drinking water for more than 1.5 million Texans from its origin in the Permian Basin in West Texas, across the Central Texas Hill Country to Katy near the Gulf Coast. This car caravan protest is one way to take a stand against it; call 512/469-3075 for the location. You can also donate to the Carrizo/Comecrudo tribe, sign the petition, and email or call the Railroad Commission. Get all the details online.Sat., Aug. 1, 10amDowntown Austin -
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Parkapalooza
Easton Park presents its fifth annual Parkapalooza, featuring an evening of virtual performances from Austin bands and to-go food and drinks available for pickup from some local favorites. The event will be live on Facebook at @EastonParkATX. Musicians include Mr. Will, Jonathan Terrell, the Peterson Brothers, and DJ Jason Stella. Preorders for food and drinks are available from Ranch Hand, Sourced, and the Cupcake Bar.Sat., Aug. 1, 5:30pm. Free.Online -
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Round Rock Hairy Men
The Round Rock Express was granted a temporary expansion team in the Texas Collegiate League, the state’s first major collegiate summer wood bat league. The team is dubbed the Round Rock Hairy Men in a nod to the area’s local urban legend. The Hairy Men compete locally against the Brazos Valley Bombers July 28-30 and the San Antonio Flying Chanclas July 31 and Aug. 2. Games begin at 7:05pm all days except Sun., Aug. 2, which starts at 6:05pm.Through Sun., Aug. 2 -
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Teach On! Virtual Fair
Austin Community College presents this virtual fair about teaching and learning online. If you're a parent trying to support an online learner, or you’re looking to connect with experienced online teachers and up your online game, Teach On! is here to help. And if you have online teaching tips or tricks to share, this is a great way to help your colleagues and the community. Head to the event page to complete a survey to share your needs, and if you have something to offer, sign up for a booth or submit instructional material.Sun., Aug. 9, 1-5pmOnline -
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Teen Service Days With Generation Serve
Teen service days are a chance for teens to volunteer virtually alongside their peers. Youth can learn about volunteering with organizations via guest speakers and participate in activities like creating cards for kids in foster care. Join in via Zoom.Sat., Aug. 29, noon-1pm -
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Texas Music Revolution
The two-day drive-in music festival will have designated parking pods to social distance while enjoying Walt Wilkins, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Squeezebox Bandits, and other Texas favorites.Fri.-Sat., July 31-Aug. 1. $20-150.Southfork Ranch, Dallas
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60th Anniversary Summer Celebration
All summer long, Natural Bridge Caverns is celebrating six decades of discovery. There are several tours and attractions, including the new Twisted Trails adventure course and a chance to pan for treasures just like gold miners.Through Aug. 23. $10-30. -
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Artisan Mercado
The Artisan Mercado has reopened at La Peña Gallery with social distancing and safety measures in place. The market features Latino products from different regions of Mexico, Honduras, Colombia, and the Southwest, including handcrafted jewelry and ceramics, ethnic clothing and handbags, as well as paintings and drawings. Parking is available at the Austin Convention Center.First and third Saturdays, 10am-4pm. Free. -
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Austin Public Library Virtual Summer Reading Program
Download an age-appropriate "Quest Log" (children, youth, teen, or adult), then submit a form whenever a challenge is completed and earn a digital badge. Use the Austin Public Library's curbside pickup or virtual catalog to check out materials to complete your quest.Through Aug. 31Online -
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Austin Scavenger Hunt
Explore Downtown in search of storied buildings, green spaces, and famous concert venues, all while solving riddles, trivia questions, and completing photo challenges. Now available: "Roam From Home," with family and date night scavenger hunt activities you can do without leaving the house.Anytime. $12.99-24.99.Online and at home -
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Beach Access Closed
Corpus Christi-area beaches, including Port Aransas, are closed to vehicular traffic, but pedestrians are still allowed with a curfew from 8:30pm to 6am. Aransas County, which includes Rockport, and Kleberg County have similar rules.Through Sat., Aug. 1Nueces County -
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Bergstrom Spur Platinum Planning Study Virtual Open House
Share input on potential urban trail and transit concepts for the Bergstrom Spur corridor, a former rail line located in South Austin.July 28-Aug. 14Online -
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Black Lives Matter Watch Parties
BLM Austin will be hosting Black film watch parties until Black August, which includes the Haitian Revolution, Nat Turner Rebellion, Fugitive Slave Law Convention, March on Washington, and more. Read more about it and check out the daily film events on their Facebook page.Daily through June & JulyOnline via BLM Austin -
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Breath & Body Yoga Online
Austin's Breath & Body Yoga owner and director Desirae Pierce is available via phone or Skype to provide tips and guidance to Austinites looking to stay physically active and strengthen mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Breath & Body is also offering live remote Zoom classes daily that are available to the public.OngoingOnline -
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CarverMuseumATX Survey
The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking community input on the George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center master planning process ahead of the project's first virtual meeting on August 8.OngoingOnline -
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Child Care Provider Relief Grant Application Period Open
The Austin Child Care Provider Relief Grant provides immediate one-time financial assistance to eligible child care centers, including home providers. In partnership with the city of Austin, United Way for Greater Austin will accept applications and provide consultation and case management services to grant applicants. Join a webinar on Wed., July 22, at 9am to get more information.Open July 21 to Oct. 1 or when funding is expended, whichever is firstOnline -
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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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Combatives: Striking and Bag Work Seminar
Whether you desire to get a great fitness workout, learn how to fight back effectively in a self-defense situation, or establish proper skills for your current fitness regimen, this seminar is a perfect fit.Sat., Aug. 1, 9am-1pm. $150.Austin Self Defense, 8868 Research #502 -
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Crux Climbing Center Online Classes
Austin’s local climbing gym and fitness center is now offering online classes including training for climbing, yoga, HIIT, and circuit training to keep Austinites mentally and physically healthy. Classes are free and open to the public, with Venmo tips encouraged for trainers. Check out Crux’s Instagram stories to see how members are actually climbing the walls while their favorite neighborhood gym is closed. Ever seen someone climb a door frame?March 25-Aug. 20Online -
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Donate to PEAS Resiliency Gardens Program
Donations to PEAS (Partners for Education, Agriculture, and Sustainability) will go to support outdoor learning and edible education programming in the community. Choose your level of funding, from seeds to an entire garden for an Austin family.June 8-Oct. 1Online -
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Ear to Ear Pro Bono Program
Minority-owned advertising agency Third Ear is familiar with the barriers and challenges fellow minority-owned businesses face on a daily basis in pursuit of growth, so they've launched Ear to Ear, in which they'll select one Austin minority-owned small business annually and provide pro bono advertising services. Get details and apply online if your small business qualifies.Through Mon., Aug. 3Apply online -
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Flight of the Bats
The bats have returned to the 350-foot-deep cavern three hours from Austin. Evening tours of the bat emergence have begun with social distancing. Reservations required.Wed.-Sun., through Oct. 31, 7:30pm. $6-14.Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area, Rocksprings -
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High 5 Kids Club
Kids bowl free all summer long with High 5 Kids' Club. Register online for your summer pass.Through Aug. 29High 5: 2700 W Anderson; 1502 RR 620 S., Lakeway -
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Lend a Hand ATX
Lend a Hand ATX, created by Austin Tech Alliance, is a platform to help skilled tech volunteers and those in need make critical community connections during the COVID-19 crisis. Create an account, make an offer or request, and find a match!April 24-Dec. 15Online -
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Lights, Camera, Safety PSA Contest
City of Austin's Safe Routes to School program invites seventh and eighth grade students to create their very own public service announcement (a short educational video) showing how to walk, bike, and roll to school safely. The winning filmmakers get Alamo Drafthouse gift cards, and their video will be shown in middle schools across Austin. Get all the details and submit your entry online.Deadline: Aug. 3Online -
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Make Your Mark at Pease Park
Pease Park Conservancy is accepting donations for their new Ribbon Wall. Through Dec. 31, for contributions of $1,000, $2,500, or $5,000 (which can also be made monthly at $84, $208, or $467 per month), the first 300 people to sign on can have their name etched on the Ribbon Wall that will wind throughout the lower seven acres of Pease Park known as Kingsbury Commons. Become a part of Austin history and make your mark today.OngoingOnline -
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March to Amplify Black Voices and Defund the Police
Join a march to amplify Black Austin voices and demand the defunding of the Austin Police Department. Meet on the University of Texas campus and march to Council Member Kathie Tovo’s neighborhood with drums, chalk, and speakers. Water and masks will be provided; masks are mandatory safe social distancing practices will be in place.Sat., Aug. 1, 7:30-10:30pmUT Tower -
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Project Connect Virtual Open House
The virtual open house is designed to welcome a new round of feedback on Austin's high-capacity transit plan.Ongoing. Free.Online -
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Restaurant Month
Due to the pandemic, the annual culinary celebration has been extended from two weeks to four with some of the top eateries in town offering prix fixe lunch or dinner meals with an emphasis on to-go dining. Funds raised go to support the organization’s fund to aid the hospitality industry.Aug. 1-31San Antonio -
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Sandcastle Building Lessons
Learn how to make your own spectacular sandcastles from an expert. Best to bring your own buckets and shovels.Saturdays through Aug. 22, 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Free.Stewart Beach, Galveston -
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Shakespeare at Winedale
The 50th anniversary of the student productions of the bard’s plays has been canceled because of the pandemic, but the show must go on. The organization will be livestreaming conversations with former students, musical performances, films, and more to make up for the closure.July 23-Aug. 13Round Top -
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Shape Austin's Future: Redistrict ATX
City Council district boundaries are redrawn every 10 years, and now is your opportunity to get involved by applying for the Applicant Review Panel or the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission. Get all the details at RedistrictATX.org.June 1-Sept. 30Online -
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Studio Satya Online Yoga Classes
Local yoga studio Satya has live and recorded classes available online so you can get the exercise and meditation we all so desperately need right now. Donate any amount to get access, and keep your eyes peeled for short free classes coming soon via Instagram.March 17-Aug. 14. $12 suggested donation.Online -
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Texas Folk & Traditional Arts Relief Fund
In response to the substantial economic and social impact of the ongoing pandemic, a group of Texas folk and traditional arts organizations have come together to help offset the immediate and ongoing needs of the community. This fund will support artists from marginalized and at-risk communities that may not be in line for assistance by other Covid-19 relief funds. You can donate to the fund or apply online if you qualify for a grant.Through Aug. 14Online -
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Texas Testicle Festival
They may be nuts, but they’re going ahead with the festival celebrating Rocky Mountain oysters with a limited number of tickets.Sat., Aug. 1, noon-10pm; food service 4-8pm. $23-60.Fredericksburg -
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The Escape Game Remote Adventures
Play the Escape Game’s newest game, "Ruins: Forbidden Treasure," from anywhere in the world using Zoom. Control an avatar wearing a live feed camera, search 360° images of the room, and use items in your online dashboard to progress through the game. An expert game guide will be there to help along the way, just like the typical escape room. Assemble a team of friends, family, or co-workers, and see if you can escape within an hour!May 5-Dec. 20. $25/person.Online -
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Therapy Sisters Celebrate BookWoman
Current and former Therapy Sisters sing from their bunkers. Catch Arvis Green, Gail Lewis, Maurine McLean, Lisa Rogers, Marilyn Rucker, and SJ Williams in their natural habitats, and join in supporting BookWoman as they continue to provide food for thought during the pandemic and on to the next chapter.Sat., Aug. 1, 7-9pmOnline -
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Trappings of Texas Art and Gear Sale
The annual sale of paintings, collectibles, and jewelry has gone online with artwork sold directly from the artists and new pieces added throughout the sale.Through Aug. 2Online via Museum of the Big Bend, Alpine -
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Virtual DIY Make a Mini Terrarium Class
Terrariums make for a beautiful mini environment you’ll love to watch grow day after day, and Articulture will guide your DIY construction online with materials you can order in advance for pickup.Sat., Aug. 1, noon-1pm. $60+.Online -
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We Are Blood & Blue Bell’s Annual Pint for Pint
Summertime calls for ice cream, and for Texans there’s nothing better than Blue Bell. When you donate blood or platelets with We Are Blood, you'll get a pint of the sweet stuff in return. Donors at blood centers can pick up their ice cream after donating; mobile drive donors will receive a voucher redeemable at any We Are Blood donor center. Appointments are mandatory; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Aug. 14We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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Yoga With Adriene
Local YouTuber and multiple "Best of Austin" winner Adriene Mishler has enough online classes to keep you busy through an extensive quarantine. There are videos specifically for kids and teens, and targeted sessions for any ailment you might be experiencing (anxiety, anyone?).March 17-Aug. 28Online
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Austin FC Season Membership Deposits
Austin's Major League Soccer team, Austin FC, is officially taking deposits for 2021 season memberships. Your deposit will reserve your spot in line, which means the earlier you purchase your membership, the earlier you're eligible to select your seats for the season.Ongoing. $50.
