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    Luck Summit: Planting the Seed

    Willie Nelson and Luck Presents' multi-day virtual summit seeks to destigmatize, educate, and promote cannabis culture in an informative and entertaining way. Hosted by Nathaniel Rateliff, advocates will discuss the plant from a political, ethics, economic, wellness, community, industry, and science point of view. It's the marquee event of the "High Holidays," a cannabis celebration that begins on 4/20 and ends on Willie's birthday, April 29, and benefits the Cannabis Voter Project.
    April 26-29  
    Virtual
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    Black Pearl Books: Independent Bookstore Day

    Black Makers Market hosts an outdoor market with a DJ and vendors, in-store local author book signings, poetry reading workshops, specials from neighboring retailers and restaurants, giveaways, and more.
    Thu., April 29, noon-5pm  
    Black Pearl Books, 4803 Burnet Rd.
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    BSC Reopening Business Safely Global Forum

    Business is not as usual. This is a safe place to talk about business concerns, share ideas, and hear from weekly business expert guests.
    Thursdays, 12-1pm. Through Dec. 16. Free.  
    Online
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    Canceled: Karaoke Empire With Ring My Bell

    Empire has had a karaoke night on the wish list for months, and they've figured out the safest way: sign up from your socially distanced table, and hit the stage with a clean mic for every singer. They'll also have a round or two of Karaoke Bingo and a few other surprises.
    Thu., April 29, 7-11pm. $15 at the door, Venmo or Paypal.  
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    City of Austin "How to Help" Portal

    Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.
    Ongoing  
    Online
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    Coach DJ’s Memorial Bench-a-Thon

    This virtual event will honor the memory of beloved Coach DJ Cedent, who passed in 2019. Proceeds will benefit Austin Simply Fit’s scholarship fund, to be given to select AISD student athletes entering college in the fall. Participants will film themselves completing their best one rep max bench press and submit via email or social media.
    April 25-May 1. $20 recommended donation.  
    Virtual
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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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    Hops & Brains Trivia

    You bring the brains, they'll bring the hops! Max of six per team.
    Thu., April 29, 7pm. Free.  
    Frontyard Brewing, 4514 Bob Wire Rd., Spicewood
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    Outdoor Reuse Market: Call for Vendors

    Are you a vendor who uses at least 50% reused or reclaimed materials in your handmade goods? Austin Creative Reuse is taking applications for their June 26-27 outdoor market.
    Deadline: May 15. $10.  
    Apply online
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    RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants

    The RENT Assistance Program application portal is now open, and provides $25 million of direct support for income-eligible Austin renters who are financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the eligibility details and apply online, or call 512/488-1397.
    March 15-June 18  
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    Somebunny to Love

    Hop all over Domain NORTHSIDE to find Austin-inspired spring topiary bunnies, snap a pic, and share your photos on Instagram using #domainNORTHSIDE and geotagging Domain NORTHSIDE for a chance to win a $500 gift certificate to the store of your choice.
    Through May 3  
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    Women/Trans/Femme Bicycle Workshop

    A Yellow Bike Project workshop teaching bicycle maintenance in a supportive, all women/trans/femme atmosphere. Reservations required.
    Thu., April 29, 6-9pm. Free (reservations required).  

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