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    Adult Anime

    That is, a program for adults (ages 18 & up) who like reading manga or watching anime and want to hang out.
    Fri., Feb. 28, 7-9pm. Free.  
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    Austin Justice Coalition Art & Essay Contest

    A contest for young men of color grades 3-12 in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties. Winners from each division will receive a $75 award and an award-winning book of their choice. Also looking for community members to participate as volunteer judges; find details and apply online.
    Feb. 13-April 1  
    Apply online
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    Caswell House Grand Reopening Celebration & Fundraiser

    Enjoy wine tastings, beer tastings, dancing, hors d'oeuvres, games, silent auction items, and more while you take a peek at the newly renovated Caswell House. Proceeds will benefit the Austin Junior Forum Grants Program, which supports area nonprofits that serve women, children and older adults.
    Fri., Feb. 28, 6-10pm. $35.  
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    Don't Mess With Texas Art Contest

    The Don't Mess With Texas® Art Contest is officially open! Keep Texas Beautiful and the Texas Department of Transportation invite Texas students in kindergarten through 12th grade to submit their best litter prevention-inspired artwork to be considered for the Don’t Mess With Texas calendar, with the top 14 designs featured. Each winner will also receive a Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 tablet, a Buc-ee's gift basket, their artwork framed and returned, and the opportunity to share the work on websites and social media. Teachers representing student winners will receive a $100 H-E-B/Central Market gift card. Submissions must be postmarked by April 24.
    Feb. 12-April 24. Free.  
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    Flashback Retro Dance Party

    Benefiting Bliss Kid Yoga's Global Citizen Camp, a spring break program for children in foster care, this Eighties and Nineties shindig is co-sponsored by STRÜB Residential, and will be hosted by Jason and Deb of 101X's The Morning X. Participate in a costume contest, raffle, and auction.
    Fri., Feb. 28, 8pm. $25.
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    Go Red for Women Summit

    American Heart Association’s Heart Month culminates in this annual event, a health expo and luncheon that brings together more than 500 women to learn about gender-specific issues and to support the AHA’s advocacy and fundraising efforts.
    Fri., Feb. 28, 10am-1pm  
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    It's My Park Day Spring 2020 Volunteer Registration

    Register online for Austin Parks Foundation's biggest citywide volunteer event, It’s My Park Day (Sat., March 7).
    Volunteer registration opens: Thu., Feb. 6. Registration required.  
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    Lotería Game Night

    Join in for this traditional game of chance while enjoying Blue Owl's newest sour beer release, ¡Limetastico! It's free to play and you'll have a chance to win some Blue Owl swag.
    Fri., Feb. 28, 7-9pm. $10-20.  
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    Social Media Week

    Social Media Week Austin is back for its fourth year. Professionals in marketing, media, and technology will learn strategies and tactics they need to excel in social media and digital marketing. Each badge includes access to keynotes, workshops, panels, nightly happy hours, and more.
    Feb. 26-28. $556.50.  
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    Third Annual LEAD Summit

    The LEAD Summit is a one-day conference created to provide critical development for young professional leaders. Combining both learning and action, it strengthens the pipeline of leaders in Central Texas through education, connection, and engagement.
    Fri., Feb. 28, 8:30am-6:30pm. $75-175.  
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    TSHA 2020 Meeting

    The Texas State Historical Association's annual conference offers Texas history enthusiasts, scholars, students, and educators an opportunity to discover insights from historical research, as well as participate in events celebrating Texas history and TSHA.
    Thu.-Sat., Feb. 27-29. Three-day pass, $100-150; single-day pass, $60.  

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