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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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"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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AISD June Enrollment Days
Austin ISD staff will be on-site to provide one-on-one registration support for families at two locations.Through June 28. Tue.-Wed., 12:30-6:30pmDobie Middle School, 1200 E. Rundberg; AISD Central Office, 4000 S. I-35 -
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Belles & Chimes Pinball Meetup
Women and nonbinary pinball players are welcome to join this casual pinball group for all levels, meeting at Bender Bar on first Wednesdays of the month and Cidercade on third Wednesdays.First & third Wednesdays, 8pmBender Bar, 321 W. Ben White #300; Cidercade, 600 E. Riverside -
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Black Minds Matter
Join Austin Justice Coalition's Chas Moore and Whole Life Priorities' Michael Cox for a gathering designed to empower Black men.Wed., June 21, 7:30pmVirtual -
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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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Botanical Beats
Musician Ivan Lee transforms plant frequencies into ambient musical mixes, and will perform two sets this evening at an event benefiting the Trail Conservancy.Wed., June 21, 6-8pm -
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Butterfly Trail Workday
The Zilker Botanical Garden seeks volunteers to work along with staff on a variety of projects. They'll provide the necessary tools and materials, but feel free to bring any personal favorites.Wed., June 21, noon-3:30pm -
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College Day at the Dock
The eyes of Texas are upon college students on Wednesdays. Have your student ID ready, because it'll get you half off a boat rental all day.Wednesdays -
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Discover the Benefits of Housing Co-ops
Housing co-op expert Ryan Nill will provide the basics and help prepare participants to explore joining or starting a housing co-op of their own.Wed., June 21, 6-8pm. Free.Online -
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Emergency Preparedness Pop-Up
The first 25 guests will receive an emergency supply kit at this pop-up from the city's Homeland Security & Emergency Management Department.Wed., June 21, 4-7pm. Free. -
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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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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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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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How To Primp Your Pet For Pride
Get your pet looking pretty for Pride with the help of groomers, stylists, theatre techs, and artists all teaching you. But unforch, no pets at this particular party.Wed., June 21, 7-9pm. Free but RSVP. -
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Pollinator Pride
Celebrate Pride Month and Pollinator Week with the library. Events include making upcycled starter pots, Pollinator Pride Zine Night, guest speakers from the city's Office of Sustainability and Two Hives Honey, seed bombs and stories, and making your own pollinator starter garden with supplies from the Seed Collection.Through June 24. Free. -
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Republic Square Park Fitness
A mostly bodyweight bootcamp unlike any workout you've ever experienced, focused on building strength, power, speed, and mobility a while having the time of your life.Wednesdays, 6pm. Free, but RSVP. -
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Round Rock Express
Vs. Sacramento. Bring two canned goods for Central Texas Food Bank and get free admission Tuesday. Thursday is dog-friendly for Pints & Pups, and Friday is Marvel's Defenders of the Diamond Night, with special uniforms and a visit from Iron Man and Black Panther, ending with fireworks. Sunday is Kids' Day, with pregame activities and a postgame run around the bases.June 20-25. Tue.-Sat., 7:05pm; 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.Wednesdays, 7pm. Free. -
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Summer Teen Watercolor Class
Young artists (ages 16-18) can create their own watercolor painting with local artist Richard Samuel, to be inspired by exhibit "The Harmon and Harriet Kelley Collection of African American Art: Works on Paper."Wed., June 21, 1-3pm. $6-12. -
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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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TRX & Tabata Series
Work with suspension training system TRX for an all-in-one strength and cardio workout, with modifiable moves interspersed with tabata segments to elevate the heart rate.Wednesdays, 11am. $124 for four weeks; drop-in, $36. -
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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 Away Coolest T-Shirt In Town
You know what else is cool? Helping the community through blood and platelet donations. Find a center or drive online or call 512/206-1266.June 16-30. Free.We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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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
