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Experience the magic of the fireworks and symphony concert in a unique way with a paddle through Lady Bird Lake via kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard.

Live music from 7-9, then a fireworks show, then screenings of The Sandlot and Independence Day at 9:30pm.

Order from the Amazon wish list to add to the collection that benefits nonprofits Saint Louise House, Literacy Coalition, and Foster Angels. Either send them the items or bring them to the event July 17 with fam-friendly crafts and activities and snacks from Crema Bakery.

The Austin Police Department, Austin-Travis County EMS, and Austin Fire Department will “battle” it out to see who can recruit the most blood donors; the department to receive the most votes via donors is declared the winner. Donors cast their vote for their favorite first responder and receive a limited-edition “Battle of the Badges 2021” T-shirt. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.

Blood and platelet donors can get a special treat from Whataburger: a voucher for one of their famous taquitos. Appointments mandatory; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.

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.

Celebrate our freedom to eat as damn much as we can as fast as we can at BSL's 11th annual contest. There is a $20 entry fee, but each contestant gets a commemorative T-shirt and the winner takes home a $250 cash prize.: All entry fees as well as a portion of sales will benefit a local dog charity.

Sign up to see how many habanero house-pickled eggs you can eat in five minutes (the record is 17). Each contestant gets a commemorative T-shirt and a drink, and the winner walks away with a $250 cash prize and bragging rights. All entry fees and a portion of sales will benefit Helping Hand Home.

Barbecue specials, flags and sparklers, and performances from Jorge Tamayo & Friends and Honeymade.

Enjoy free live music, yard games, and a dunk tank, and commemorate the day with $40 Americana tattoos.

Drive in to see a screening of Independence Day and Blue Starlite's digital fireworks show.

Join Carly for a 15-minute reading with the deck of your choice.

Austin Pets Alive! puts the "fun" in "fundraiser" this month: For $40, you can purr-chase a passport to use participating locations throughout July, and at each stop, pick up a coffee, beer, glass of wine, or even a refreshing agua fresca. The nonprofit animal shelter is partnering with Austin favorites like Irene’s, Hank’s, Cosmic Coffee, Yard Bar, and more, and proceeds go to pets in need.