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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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SIMS Electric Art Party & Online Auction
Over 30 local musicians have donated their art to the SIMS Foundation for an auction to raise funds to support mental health and substance use recovery services for the music industry. Start bidding online now, and join the wrap party to view and bid on the art, meet some of the artists, listen to music from Akina Adderley and Frederico7, and watch live painting by Gabriel Portillo. Treats include artisan popsicles from Odd Pop and drink specials from Deep Eddy Vodka, Lone Star, and Nine Banded Whiskey.Online auction open July 9-24; in-person event Sat., July 24, 4-7pm. Donations encouraged. -
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Summer Out Loud
A challenge that encourages families to make time for summer fun with on-demand workouts, activities, and three free visits to the Y. Text SUMMER to 877/799-6220 to register, then pick up a passport filled with ideas and activities, or download it online and get started. Turn in the completed passport at the end to be eligible to win a membership or a family trip.Through Aug. 4. Free.All Austin YMCA locations
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Austin Fire Youth Explorers
City of Austin Fire Department is recruiting youth ages 14-20 to join Exploring, Boy Scouts of America's character and career development program for youth. The AFD Explorer Post #370 teaches youth about careers in fire rescue and helps them sharpen leadership skills.Deadline: Oct. 1. Free.Apply online -
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Austin Hounds Calendar Contest
To help reach the fundraising goal of $10,000 for nonprofit Hound Rescue, Dog Days Photography is holding a calendar contest with a $10 entry fee and vote cost of $1 each. Thirteen lucky puppers will appear in the calendar, and each week will feature mini contests with winning dogs receiving prizes from sponsor businesses. Contest opens at 7am Mon., July 12; get more deets and enter online.July 12-Aug. 23. $10 donation.Online -
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Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series
For a paw-some summer, register your li'l animal lover for AHS's virtual, hands-on educational sessions, including live shelter tours, dog walks, storytime with shelter pets, crafts, and dance sessions. It's all free, and supplies are provided via pickup or you can get a supply list online. Graduation is Aug. 6-7 and comes with a certificate and swag bag.June 1-Aug.7. Free.Virtual -
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Beyond Van Gogh
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Breast Cancer Wellness Group
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or a long-term survivor of breast cancer, join in to learn about healthy lifestyle choices and symptom management in an emotionally supportive environment. To register and get the Zoom link, call 512/509-2142.Third Tuesdays. Free.Held via Zoom until in-person meetings are appropriate -
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Broadway Master Class
Class is now full; ask about wait list. A workshop geared toward students age 10+ with a strong passion for the performing arts. Students will study the three disciplines of musical theatre (acting, voice, and dance) and dive into song interpretation, vocal technique, scene study, and monologue performance.Mon.-Fri., July 19-23. #350. -
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Call for Projects: Experiments in Art and Science
Do you enjoy experimenting with art and/or science? For Collection Rert's open call show they are seeking artists and scientists, from novice to professional, who want to follow their curiosity and document their discoveries. No matter what you're curious about, they welcome the sharable evidence of your experiments. Email collectionrert@gmail.com.Submit intent ASAP for projects due by Aug. 12; show opens Sat., Aug. 14. Free. -
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Coffee & Conversation
Start the day with a lively drop-in virtual networking meeting with games and breakout sessions. Hosted by Central Texas Network in Action.Tuesdays, 8:30-9:15am. Free.None -
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Dreamland Trivia Tuesdays
Teams of up to six players can compete for prizes such as Dreamland gift cards, swag, and more. The questions will cover various topics, so brush up on your general knowledge.Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm. Free. -
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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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Float to Freedom
True Rest Float Spa offers unlimited floats when you sign up for any membership level in July.Through July 31. $65 for basic membership.10721 Research Ste. B-170 -
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How to Get Investors Webinar
Learn about the different methods of finding and raising capital and how to research and contact potential business investors.Tue., July 20, 9am-noon. $35.Online -
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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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Small Business Administration Resources Webinar
Learn about SBA’s assistance and support for entrepreneurs and small businesses.Tue., July 20, 1-2:30pm. Free (registration required).Online -
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Summer Hip-Hop Classes
Dance to the latest styles of hip-hop dance and current hip-hop music. High-energy instructors teach basic to advanced levels.Offered daily throughout summer. $5-26. -
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Support Group for Military Women
Join in on Zoom for free support for women who are currently active duty or veterans. Call or email to register.Tuesdays, 10-11am; Thursdays, 6-7pm. Free.Virtual -
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The Bullock Museum: Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow
This powerful show, a traveling exhibition organized by the New-York Historical Society, explores the transformative years after the Civil War and the rise of Jim Crow, centering on stories of African Americans who pursued the ideals of Reconstruction and persevered in the face of a developing legal system promoting racial inequality.Through Nov. 28 -
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Virtual Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin
Stronger Austin has a full slate of free exercise classes available via Zoom, ranging from MixxedFit to Zumba, family yoga to yoga en español, and lots more, taking place in the morning, afternoon, or evening, so there's bound to be something that fits your schedule. And did we mention they're all free?Mon.-Sat., times varyOnline -
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Virtual Pediatrician Meet & Greet
Choosing a pediatrician for your child is one of the most important decisions you can make as a parent. Meet your child’s new pediatrician at one of Baylor Scott & White's virtual meet-and-greet events.Tue., July 20, 5:30pm. Free.Baylor Scott & White Clinic Round Rock, via Zoom -
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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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YBP Volunteer Workshop
Volunteer to work on refurbishing bikes for Yellow Bike Project's donation stream and learn bike mechanic skills for your knowledge base or for your “Earn-a-Bike” checklist. Check the reservation schedule for available times.Second & fourth Tuesdays and every other Monday, 6-9pm -
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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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APA! Pours for Pets
Austin Pets Alive! puts the "fun" in "fundraiser" this month: For $40, you can purr-chase a passport to use participating locations throughout July, and at each stop, pick up a coffee, beer, glass of wine, or even a refreshing agua fresca. The nonprofit animal shelter is partnering with Austin favorites like Irene’s, Hank’s, Cosmic Coffee, Yard Bar, and more, and proceeds go to pets in need.July 1-31. $40 donation.Citywide
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Arc of the Capital Area Wildflower Program
In collaboration with Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, The Arc offers classes for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities focusing on social-emotional growth, vocational studies, life skills, active recreation, and Texas nature.Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am-2pm. $150-300 per month.Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse -
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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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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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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
