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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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Cirque Italia Water Circus
A new production presents a captivating story about Rafael, a farm boy swept away by a tornado to the bustling heart of the city, with dazzling performances by jugglers, aerialists, dancers, and more.Jan. 4-15. Mon. & Wed.-Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., 1:30, 4:30 & 7:30pm; Sun., 1:30 & 4:30pm. $15-55.
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Affordable Care Act Help
Now's the time to sign up for Affordable Care Act health coverage! Open enrollment runs through Jan. 15, 2024, and the city has gathered a ton of helpful resources to help you sort out options. Go online to learn more or call 800/318-2596.Through Jan. 15, 2024 -
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APD Community Forum
The Austin Police Department invites the public to share thoughts and ask questions about their neighborhood safety.Thu., Jan. 4, 6:30-8pmCourtyard by Marriot North, 12330 N. I-35 -
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Bee Cave on Ice
Strap on your skates and hit the ice at the rink in Hill Country Galleria's Central Plaza.Nov. 10-Jan. 15. $15. -
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Cellar Preview Wine Tasting
Join the winemakers as they offer four special wine tastings, including a sneak preview of wines straight from the barrel.Through Feb. 9. Thu.-Fri., 11:30am & 1:30pm. $30.Kuhlman Cellars -
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Cistern Illuminated
Experience this limited-edition, site-specific art piece of light and sound in the former underground water reservoir.Sat., Nov. 25-Sun., Jan. 7Houston -
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City Council Calls for Central Health Board of Managers Applications
Austin City Council seeks applications from qualified individuals to serve on the nine-member board of Travis County's health care district, Central Health, for an unexpired term through Dec. 31, 2025. Get more details and apply at the city's Boards & Commissions page.Applications open until positions filled -
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Donate Blood, Win a Franklin Dinner
To celebrate National Blood Donor Month, We Are Blood is teaming up with Franklin BBQ for a special contest, where all donors are entered to win two seats at a private WRB dinner on Feb. 10, with 20 winners randomly selected.Jan. 2-14. Free.We Are Blood donor centers & mobile drives -
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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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Holiday Lights on the River Walk
The famous River Walk is bathed in colorful lights from the top of the trees to shimmering waves left by the river barges.Through Jan. 7. Free.San Antonio -
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Ice Rodeo
Skate beneath the stars and overlooking Lady Bird Lake at an outdoor ice rink with outdoor dining cabins, pop-up lounges, immersive holiday decor, extravagant art installations, and more.Nov. 18-Jan. 7 -
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Lights Spectacular, Hill Country Style
The holiday lights around the old courthouse are truly spectacular, but don’t miss the forest of lights at the PEC headquarters at 201 S. Avenue F.Through Jan. 7. Free.Johnson City -
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Mozart's Holiday Light Show
Savor some treats with hot cocoa or coffee and take in the gorgeous lakeside light show paired with music.Through Jan. 6. Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day -
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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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Phone Bank With TCDP
The Travis County Democratic Party needs help recruiting an additional 300 election workers for the 2024 primary.: Volunteers can jump on a Zoom call together, go through a quick training, and then call voters throughout Travis County to help out.Thu., Jan. 4 & 11; Tue., Jan. 9; 5:30-7:30pm -
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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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Sketch Crew
Do you like to draw? Grab your notebook and pencil and head to the library to join the crew. All skill levels welcome.First Thursdays, 6-7:30pm. Free. -
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Small Business Division Webinars
Do you own a small business or have entrepreneurial dreams? The city's Small Business Division is here to help! Find resources and a selection of instructional webinars on the city's site, with many free classes and some with a small fee.OngoingVirtual -
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Texas State Men's Basketball
Vs. Coastal Carolina.Thu., Jan. 4, 7pmStrahan Arena at the University Events Center, 106 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos -
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The Blanton: Weird Winter
Artist and musician Steve Parker brings a new installation to the Blanton that’ll make even the grinchiest grin, complete with brass instruments, musical snowglobes, marionette-animated trees, and carols like you’ve never heard them before.Through Jan. 7. $20. -
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The Golden Wedding
Springdale Station lives to throw weddings, so they're celebrating the nuptials of the couple from The Golden Bachelor with a watch party including champagne a-flowing, a DJ and dancing, wedding desserts, food truck bites, and a best/worst bridesmaid dress contest.Thu., Jan. 4, 5-10pm. Free with RSVP. -
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Thursday Night Flipper Fight
Roll through for a tournament hosted by local pinball club Salamander City, with five rounds of play followed by the playoffs.Thursdays, 8pm. $5. -
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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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Young Meditators Group
Youngsters ages 18-39 who'd like to cultivate mindfulness are welcome to gather and reflect on and discuss topics about everyday life.First Thursdays, 7-8:30pm. Free.
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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
