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MLK Celebration
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy while uplifting diversity and multiculturalism in Austin. All businesses, non-profit organizations and individuals are invited to march and celebrate. The day kicks off with a short program at the MLK statue at UT, then a march to the south steps of the Capitol for a rally, then a march to the historic Huston-Tillotson University, with a celebration and activities from 11:15am to 3:30pm, including a food drive for Central Texas Food Bank. Worried about how to get there? Capital Metro and the Austin Area Heritage Council are offering free local day passes; click here for more info.Mon., Jan. 16, 9amMLK statue, UT campus east mall; Huston-Tillotson Univ., 900 Chicon -
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Ta-Nehisi Coates
Spend MLK Day enjoying a special evening of conversation with the award-winning journalist and author of several screenplays, bestselling books, and comics, who is now a writer-in-residence and Sterling Brown chair at Howard University.Mon., Jan. 16, 7:30pm. $29 and up. -
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Free Monday Tango
A delightful night of dance starts with an intro to authentic Argentine tango (no experience or partner needed) with Gustavo Simplis, and continues with two hours of social dancing with DJ G.Mondays, 6:30-10pm -
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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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Donate Blood, Get a Free Sub
We Are Blood partners with ThunderCloud Subs to reward blood donors with a free small sub. Do some good in exchange for an Office Favorite, Texas Tuna, Veggie Delite, or whatever strikes your fancy.Jan. 16-31We Are Blood donor centers -
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Fortlandia
The Wildflower Center's annual exhibition of explorable secret hideouts designed by local artists will transport you to imaginary worlds and spark an appreciation for art and nature.Through Jan. 29 -
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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.Mondays, 6:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Free Intermediate Two-Step Lessons
Join Double or Nothing Two-Step for a free class followed by live music and dancing.Mondays, 8:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Governor's Community Achievement Awards
The GCAA program has recognized outstanding communities since 1969, with the Texas Department of Transportation providing landscaping award funding since 1985. This year, ten winning communities will share $2 million in landscaping awards from TxDOT, with the amount based on population size. The funds are used for landscaping projects along state rights of way. Applications are now being accepted.Through Feb. 16. Free.Statewide -
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January Classes at Pioneer Farms
Start the year learning a new old skill at the historic farm. They've got basic blacksmithing and leatherworking classes all month and you can learn to craft your own custom belt or a knife made from a railroad spike.Ongoing -
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Leander MLK Day March & Celebration
The march will leave from Camacho Elementary at 11:00am and make its way to Old Town Park for a celebration featuring performances from dancers, musicians, choirs, and spoken word artists.Mon., Jan. 16, 11am-2pmCamacho Elementary, 501 Municipal Dr.; Old Town Park, 203 N. Treasure Oaks Dr., Leander -
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MLK Day Open-Mic Poetry
Honor the spirit and memory of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with host Ebony Stewart and the community onstage. Bring your poetry to share or simply come and witness the free-flowing words of others. Signup begins at 6:30 with the open mic starting at 7.Mon., Jan. 16, 6:30-10pm. Suggested $5 donation, $2 for poets and performers. -
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MLK Jr. Service Week
Join United Way for a series of community activities including volunteer opportunities and a walking tour with Six Square.Jan. 16-20Various locations -
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Music Open Mic
Bring your acoustic and showcase your best original songs or old classics.Mondays, 8-10pm -
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Puerto Rican Cultural Center Classes & Call for Dancers
The PRCC is seeking dancers for upcoming events and will hold auditions Jan. 9 & 16; contact for an appointment. Not a dancer? The center opens Jan. 7 with a full slate of music and dance classes. They'll be teaching parrandas (holiday songs) and new dances in advance of the big Octavitas/Reyes celebration Jan. 22.Ongoing
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