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    Austin Bat Cave's School Supplies Drive

    Austin Bat Cave, a nonprofit organization that offers free creative writing programs to local youth ages 6 to 18, is holding a school supplies drive through April. If you would like to donate pencils, pens, paper, tape, composition notebooks, or any other classroom supplies, email heather@austinbatcave.org to learn how and where to drop off your items.
    March 11-April 30. Free.
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    Buffalo Exchange’s 45th Anniversary Pop-Up Shop

    Shop vintage pieces and unique finds. Enjoy tasty treats, music, and giveaways.
    Sat.-Sun., March 16-17. Free.  
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    Bumble Hive SXSW

    The dating, networking, and friend-finding app is popping up in the heart of downtown Austin, taking over local favorite Jo’s Coffee – which means free coffee round the clock for everyone!
    March 8-18, 7am-7pm. Free.
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    Cosmic One Year Anniversary

    Many local artists, including Austin darlings Erika Wennerstrom and Bob Schneider, will take the stage over this weekendlong anniversary extravaganza running through St. Patrick's Day. Grab some food from LeRoy & Lewis, check out the spring drink menu, and get a sneak peek of the limited-edition Cosmic Cold Brew.
    Thu.-Sun., March 14-17, noon-10pm. Free.  
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    Frida Friday ATX: Two-Day Birthday Bash

    Celebrating two full years of a womxn of color centered alternative economic space, Frida Friday ATX presents an on-site market, music, live art, workshops, and more over two days and venues.
    Fri., March 15, 6-10pm; Sat., March 16, 2-6pm. Free.
    The Vortex, 2307 Manor Rd.; Gather Venues, 5540 N. Lamar
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    Hotel Texas Monthly

    In partnership with Rice Business, Texas Monthly will be providing eight days of a pop-up hotel experience, complete with travel concierge, coffee + beer bar, and provocative conversations. Join Rice Business professors and Texas Monthly for daily panels and live-podcasting about the future of business.
    March 9-16. Daily, 8am-noon. Free.  
    Hotel Texas Monthly, 1512 Congress
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    Irish Stroll

    This weekendlong bender kicks off at Arcade Bar on East Sixth on Friday at 5pm. Start there and get sloshed all across Downtown.
    Fri.-Sun., March 15-17. $10-25.  
    Stereotype, 510 Rio Grande St
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    Live Music Crawl

    Learn more about Austin live music history, get the latest scoop on the current music scene, and see iconic venues and new clubs, all while getting an overview of the city from a local musician.
    Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. $50.
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    Real Austin Tour

    This “bucket list tour” gives you a city overview in just two hours. Get acquainted with Austin's art, music, culture, food, history, parks, and famous people while touring major landmarks, lesser-known gems, neighborhoods, and food trucks. And, with the Mercedes tour van, you'll be riding in style.
    Multiple tours daily, starting at 10:30am. $35.
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    Rust & Pearls Pop-Up Shop

    Peruse some handmade jewelry alongside your morning coffee.
    Sat., March 16, 10am-2pm. Free.  
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    Sherwood Forest Faire

    Get out your corsets and chain-mail and join the fun and fantasy in the medieval village with scads of performances each day, plus food, shopping, live music, jousting, and unparalleled people watching.
    Weekends, March 2-April 21. $22 ($12, child).  
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    St. Pawtrick's Day

    Festivities include a meet & greet with adoptable pets from Cuz i Matter, pet food samples from Open Farm, sweets from Tiff’s Treats, prizes, and more.
    Sat., March 16, 11am-2pm. Free.
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    SXSW Marketplace

    This is the spot to get the latest in clothing, accessories, art and more – a collection of pop-up shops at the center of SXSW. The event brings together hand-selected local, national, and global brands for a curated, diverse shopping experience. And it's free for everybody, badge or no badge (but you do need to register for a SXSW Guest Pass).
    Fri.-Sat., March 15-16, 11am-6pm. Free.
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    Tecovas Grand Opening Celebration

    Light bites and sips will be served, with complimentary shoeshines and live music for guests as they shop.
    Fri.-Sun., March 15-17. Free.
    Tecovas, 1333 S. Congress #160
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    The Austin Flea at Hops & Grain

    Shop local handmade items and vintage wares.
    Sat., March 16, noon-5pm. Free.  
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    Whole Planet Foundation’s Prosperity Campaign

    Whole Planet Foundation's mission is funding microcredit to alleviate poverty around the globe for the world’s poorest people – mostly women – living in communities where Whole Foods Market sources products. This year’s campaign goal is to raise $4 million, and you can donate at the store as you pay for your groceries.
    March 1-31
    Any Whole Foods Market

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