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November 2022 General Election
Vote anywhere you see a "Vote Here/Vote Aquí" sign, and learn about what's on the ballot at austinchronicle.com/elections. Need help getting to the polls? Capital Metro is waiving all fares on election day, including bus, rail, and pickup services, and bike rental service MetroBike is free with the code BIKETOVOTE2022. Lyft is offering half-price rides to the polls with the code VOTE22. You can also request a ride from RideShare2Vote.com. Remember: If you're in line by 7pm, you are allowed to vote. Learn more about voting rights here.Election day: Tue., Nov. 8Travis County -
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Austin Celtic Festival
Two days of all things Celtic, including music, dance, storytelling, workshops, historical exhibits, the Highland Games, and even Celtic dog and mini horse breeds.Nov. 5-6. Sat., noon-7pm; Sun., noon-6pm -
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It's My Park Day
Austin Parks Foundation brings together thousands of volunteers citywide to help beautify over 100 parks, trails, and greenbelts. Get details on projects and sign up online.Sat., Nov. 5, 9am-2pm. Free. -
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Silk Road Gala
Asian Family Support Services of Austin works to break the cycle of violence in Asian and immigrant communities, and celebrates its 30th year with a gala including cocktails, stunning entertainment, awards, and a delish three-course dinner.Sat., Nov. 5, 5:30-9:30pm
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"Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"
This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free. -
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2022 Austin Health Equity Rally
Student organizers with Partners in Health Engage at UT Austin will protest in front of the Texas state Capitol to spread awareness of disparities in healthcare and the necessary political action to combat these inequities.Sat., Nov. 5, 2-4pm. Free. -
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Adult Skate Night
Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight -
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Austin Fall Asian Festival
A full day of live music and dance performances, activities, an outdoor vendor market, food trucks, and more.Sat., Nov. 5, 2-10pm. Free.Buda Amphitheater & City Park, 204 San Antonio St., Buda -
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Barton Hill Farms Fall Festival, Pumpkin Patch, and Corn Maze
Get in the fall spirit with BHF's dozens of fam-friendly activities, including their "Mazed and Confused" corn maze.Oct. 1-Nov. 6. Saturdays, 10am-6pm; Sundays & Indigenous Peoples Day, 10am-5pm -
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Buddy Block Walk With Blue Action Democrats
Join in to walk with a voter registrar to gather registrations in apartment complexes.Weekends through Nov. 6. Sat., 10am-noon; Sun., 3-5pm4200 Avenue F -
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Escape the Box
Explore the hidden side of Austin with an event billed as "an escape room, but outdoors, with time travel." Guests will explore an iconic neighborhood, solve puzzles, and take memorable photos. Book online or call 512/633-9356.Saturdays, 11am. $35/person; $15/person 10 and under.South Congress/East Austin -
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Fossil Fest
Learn about the dinosaurs in our backyard at this show of fossils and minerals.Sat.-Sun., Nov. 5-6Old Settler's Assoc. HQ, 3300 E. Palm Valley, Round Rock -
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GRA's Wired to Rock Workshop
Girls Rock Austin is sharing their music tech experience with folks of all ages at a pedal workshop and cable repair clinic sponsored by EarthQuaker Devices. Learn to assemble your own pedal boards and BYO cables to learn how to fix 'em up!Mon., Dec. 5, 5-8pm. $100.KMFA Station, 41 Navasota -
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Hangar Dance Big Band Extravaganza
Experience living history and dance the night away to big band music. Dinner's at 6, swing dance lessons start at 6:45, and the big dance (including a contest) starts at 7:30pm.Sat., Nov. 5. $75.CAF Hangar, San Marcos Airport, 1841 Airport Dr., Bldg. 2249, San Marcos -
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Hill Country Galleria Ice Rink
Find it between the Bee Cave Public Library and the Hill Country Galleria lawn.Through Jan. 2. $15 to skate; reservations encouraged. -
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Platelet Donors Urgently Needed
A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Nov. 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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Roots & Wings Festival
Celebrate trees, butterflies, bees, and nature in our city with over 50 events happening throughout the city, with special significance this year as Austin was recently certified as a Bee City USA affiliate.Through Nov. 5Citywide -
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Rose Garden Games
Whether you like a quick round of golf, you're a cornhole fanatic, karaoke is your jam, or you just like to hang with friends, listening to music and enjoying tasty food and drinks, you'll want to join this funky fundraiser supporting To Cure a Rose Foundation, which helps children suffering from rare diseases.Sat., Nov. 5, 4-8pm -
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Sold Out: Fungal Microscopy Workshop
Join mycologists Alan Rockefeller and William Padilla Brown for a workshop covering basics of using a microscope for mushroom identification.Sat., Nov. 5, 2-5pm. $25 and up.North Austin; location emailed with ticket -
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Stephen F. Austin's 199th Birthday Walking Tour
Join the staff of the French Legation for a walking tour of the official burial ground of the state of Texas in celebration of the 199th birthday of Stephen F. Austin.Sat., Nov. 5, 9am. $10. -
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Texas Book Festival
A bibliophile's dream come true, TBF brings in 250+ authors of the year’s best books, with plenty of programming, activities, and books for sale.Nov. 5-6. Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 10am-5pm. Free.In and around the state Capitol -
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The 47th Annual Garage & Estate Sale
A unique opportunity to select from tens of thousands of items at bargain prices, ranging from jewelry to tools, vintage collectibles, and children’s clothing.Preview party Wed., Nov. 2, 7-10pm; sale Fri.-Sun., Nov. 4-6. Free and ticketed shopping events. -
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The Black Fund Now Accepting Applications
The Austin Community Foundation has opened a request for proposals for the Black Fund, which will award 16 grants totaling $340,000 in first round of funding to "unleash the power of Black-led organizations and uplift solutions to benefit the Black community in Central Texas." Get details and apply online.Deadline: Nov. 18 -
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Violet Crown Oktoberfest
The beeriest, purplest, most beloved neighborhood party is back with free local craft beers, sausage dogs, live music, and more, raising funds for the Violet Crown Community Works Microgrant Program.Sat., Nov. 5, 1-5pm. Free. -
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Volunteer With TCDP
With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.OngoingVarious locations -
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Wish Upon a Smile Gala
For 36 years, the Austin Smiles team has served as ambassadors of hope for over 5,000 children and adults in Central Texas and Latin America born with cleft lip and palate, giving them a chance at a healthy, happy, and inclusive future by providing life-changing surgical and post-surgical care. Their annual benefit gala starts with the famously spectacular sunset views of the Oasis, and the night under the stars features music from Tomar & the FCs and fabulous live and silent auction packages.Sat., Nov. 5, 5:30-10:30pm -
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Wong Faye (王菲) Tribute Show
An immersive tribute night dedicated to the beloved cultural superstar, featuring performances by local musicians and a talk on the cultural impact of Fable and Y2K nostalgia. Snacks, video and light art, and kids' activities included.Sat., Nov. 5, 6-8pm. Free. -
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Wood Reclamation
The city's Parks & Rec Department offers reclaimed log pickup for community members wanting large logs for art projects or milling.Fri., July 7, 9am-2pmJohn Treviño Jr. Metropolitan Park, 9501 FM 969
