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Creek Show
Immerse yourself in Waterloo Greenway’s annual display of illuminated art created by teams of visionary local artists, landscape architects, and designers, plus free entertainment and family-friendly programming.Through Nov. 20 -
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All Dolled Up: Playing With Identity in 1940s Paper Dolls
An exhibit demonstrating the cultural messages conveyed to girls in the Forties, with a collection donated to UT's School of Human Ecology. A reception includes the chance for visitors to construct their own paper dolls.Nov. 4-17. Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm; reception: Thu., Nov. 10, 2:30pm. Free.UT Admin. Bldg., 1616 Guadalupe
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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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A Christmas Affair: Night of the Nutcracker
Kick off the holiday season with the Junior League of Austin's annual market benefiting the group's signature programs and nonprofit partners. Shop from over 200 vendors, get holiday photos, and enjoy entertainment and special children's parties.Nov. 16-20. $25-125. -
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AISD Community Conversation
Join online to hear about the new Dr. General Marshall Middle School in Northeast Austin. English & Spanish sessions available.Wed., Nov. 9 & 16, 6 & 7:30pmVirtual -
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AISD COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Austin ISD has free vaccine clinics scheduled at schools all over the city, so it's a great time to get those boosters and get the kids vaccinated; it's approved for anyone 6 months or older.Various dates through fall/winter. Free.Citywide; find list online -
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AISD Long-Range Planning Committee Meetings
Want to throw in your two cents about Austin ISD's long-term goals? Register to speak at one of three meetings this week.Sat., Nov. 12, 8:30am; Tue., Nov. 15, 5:30pm; Wed., Nov. 16, 4pm -
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BizAid Business Orientation
The city presents a free seminar with guidance on starting or expanding your small business.Wed., Nov. 16, 9amSmall Business Division, 5202 E. Ben White #400 -
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Casa Marianella Seeks Assistance
The nonprofit providing shelter and resources to asylum seekers needs volunteers for all kinds of tasks, including driving, sorting donations, and translating, and accepts donations daily 8am-6pm; see wish list for items needed.Ongoing -
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Desert Door Fifth Anniversary
Belly up the the bar for never-ending ranch waters, enjoy live music daily, and enter to win a "West Texas Cargo Kit" with tons of cool swag.Nov. 16-20. Wed.-Thu., noon-8pm; Fri.-Sat., 11:30am-9pm; Sun., noon-6pm. Free. -
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Discover the Benefits of Worker Co-ops
Ever wished you had a vote in the budget at work or a say in how things were run? Maybe a worker-owned cooperative is an option. Learn more at this webinar and get a chance to schedule free coaching and consulting with the instructor and other experts.Wed., Nov. 16, 6-8pm. Free.Online -
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Donate Blood, Treat Yourself to Torchy's Tacos
Treat yo'self to a damn good taco when you donate with We Are Blood.Nov. 15-30We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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Donate to Hands for Hope
Donate now to help nonprofit El Buen Samaritano meet its $450,000 goal, which goes toward holiday meal kits, a food pantry, baby formula, services, and other assistance for Central Texans in need.Ongoing -
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Fill a Thanksgiving Table
Central Texas Food Bank always welcomes donations, but now is a great time to chip in because thanks to community partners at the Beaumont Foundation, every dollar donated is doubled up to $100,000. They've even got an online shopping cart you can fill with cranberry sauce, yams, corn, and other goodies to be donated, because shopping online is always fun.Ongoing -
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Free Beginner Two-Step Lessons
Join Double or Nothing Two-Step for a free class followed by live music and dancing.Wednesdays, 7:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Harry Potter Trivia Series
Teams of up to six will compete against other superfans answering 60 questions from one of the Harry Potter books. After six rounds, points are tallied and the top teams are entered into the finale wizard's duel.Sept. 14 & 21; Oct. 5 & 19; Nov. 2 & 16; Dec. 7, 7-9pm. $8. -
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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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Mozart's Holiday Light Show
What's already a great view on the lake becomes even better with a spectacular light show, complemented by hot cocoa and tasty treats.Through Jan. 6 -
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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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Pub Quiz at Baker Street
Get a team together to compete for prizes, and be sure to check the FB on Tuesday to get a preview of the categories you'll need to brush up on.Wednesdays, 7-9pm. Free. -
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Ride the Synthwave
An Eighties retro-futuristic fusion of live music, interactive games, and immersive technology, including a life-size multimedia Lamborghini Countach and a dizzying array of activities for anyone into games, light art, and synth music.Wed., Nov. 16, 6:30-10:30pm. Free.F.L. Winship Drama Building, 300 E. 23rd -
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Sale of FMA, Dr. Lamia Kadir Resignation
Family Medicine Austin was sold by Dr. Lamia Kadir in early 2022. Effective December 1, 2022, Dr. Kadir will no longer be practicing at FMA. If you are a patient and would like to transfer your care to another doctor or clinic, fill out a medical record release and forward it to FMA. Keep in touch with Dr. Kadir at drlamiakadir.com.Effective Dec. 1Family Medicine Austin, 6633 Hwy. 290 E. #300 -
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The Annual Great Pumpkin Haul
Pumpkins are the fave fall food for the residents of Central Texas Pig Rescue. If you've got a hoard of gourds, check CTPR's website for a list of places to donate and guidelines for what is pleasing to the pigs' palates. They could also use some extra hands to transport all the donations.Through Dec. 17Various locations -
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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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USA Today's Storytellers Project
Hear stories about holidays to get you in the spirit.Wed., Nov. 16, 7pm. $8-12. -
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Volunteer With Meals on Wheels Central Texas
The season of giving is a great time to get involved with Meals on Wheels, and donating just an hour a week makes a huge difference to the homebound older adults served by the org. Volunteers deliver more than a meal; they also bring warm smiles and much-needed safety checks. Apply online and get signed up for a Zoom training to get started.OngoingApply online -
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Volunteer With Operation Turkey
Nonprofit Operation Turkey serves hearty Thanksgiving meals to folks who otherwise wouldn't get one. On Thanksgiving eve they'll be smoking hundreds of turkeys and accepting care package donations, then on Thanksgiving they'll deliver the meals and donations to homeless or less fortunate Austinites. Any kind of help is appreciated, so sign up now or donate online.Turkey Tailgate: Wed., Nov. 23, 6-8pm. Operation Turkey: Thu., Nov. 24, 8am-noon
