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The Austin Chronicle Hair of the Three-Legged Dog Day Party
Kick off your SXSW music weekend with some of our best local bands: Urban Heat, Being Dead, Rattlesnake Milk, and Kydd Jones. Austin Pets Alive! will be on hand to accept donations and provide info, and delish drinks will be flowing (Bloody Marys, anyone?). Free breakfast tacos from local fave Eldorado Cafe will be available while supplies last, so get there on the early side!Fri., March 17, noon-4pm. Free, but RSVP. -
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B.D. Riley's St. Patrick's Day
Enjoy live music, classic cuisine like fish & chips, corned beef, and Irish stew, plus perfect pints of Guinness all day.Fri., March 17, 10am-11pm
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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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ATX Walk Bike Roll Feedback Needed
The city is seeking feedback on its plans guiding how urban trails, sidewalks, crosswalks, and bike lanes are built.Through March 20Online -
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C4 Energy's SXSW Immersive Smart House Activation
Sample all the flavors of Smart Energy drinks and enjoy lawn games, immersive video experiences, a graffiti streetwear creation station, a community photo project, DJs, and live performances.Thu.-Sat., March 16-18, 11am-8pm. Free. -
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Donate Blood, Get a Free Whataburger
We Are Blood teams up with Whataburger to reward blood and platelet donors with a voucher for a free burger.March 13-31We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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El Parche X Happen Twice Present: Viajero Fest
A day of live music from around the world, plus vendors including Shoot! Comics, tarot from Urlovematters, and more.Fri., March 17, 2-7pm. Free; all ages. -
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Feels So Good Fest
Four days of local, national, and world-renowned acts all on one stage, plus shopping from local vendors, food, and more! Complimentary drinks included, and all ages welcome. Benefits nonprofit Caritas of Austin.Thu.-Sun., March 16-19. $15-40. -
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Field of Light Hosting Silent Disco
Listen to curated playlists as you peruse the stunning display of 28,000 lights at the wildflower center. While supplies last, 100 complimentary headsets will be available.Through March 31. Fri.-Sun., 6-8:30pm. $41 and up. -
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Free Tax Preparation
Certified volunteers offer free tax prep from AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, with service by appointment and walk-ins welcome at many sites. No age or income level restrictions, and no AARP membership required.Through April 18. Free.Various locations -
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Free Vaccine Clinics
Get COVID-19 vaccines Friday at the Mexican Consulate, 5202 E. Ben White Blvd. #150; Tuesday at El Buen Samaritano, 7000 Woodhue; and Wednesday at Navarro ECHS, 1201 Payton Gin. No proof of citizenship or insurance required.Fri., March 17, 10am-1pm; Tue., March 21, 10am-noon; Wed., March 22, 4-7pm -
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Fresh for Less Mobile Markets
This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you. -
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Fur Will Fly Fest
The Bill Hicks Foundation and Austin Bat Refuge present the inaugural Fur Will Fly Fest, an all-ages benefit for the two nonprofit organizations with live music from locals and other bands from across the U.S.Thu.-Fri., March 16-17, 2:30-10pm. Free; donations appreciated. -
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Habitat For Humanity Builds Homes & Hope
Austin Habitat is seeking volunteers who are ready to learn how to build a house, have fun, and meet others.Ongoing. Free. -
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Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Crawl
Crawl along West Sixth on Friday, Saturday, or both, getting a custom cup, drink and food specials, goodies, an afterparty, and plenty of adventures.Fri.-Sat., March 17-18, 4pm-12mid. $25-30. -
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Pluckers March Badness
Pluckers is giving a special NCAA fan a $1,000 gift card during March Madness, aka March Badness, if they correctly guess the losing teams of the first 32 games. Beginning March 14, come down to your local Plucker Wing Bar and keep up with each game while chugging beer and cramming wings.Through April 1. Free.Austin-area Pluckers Wing Bar locations -
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Pluckers Wing Bar St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Get lucky and plucky with live music and delish wings.Fri., March 17, 4-9pm. Free. -
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Seed Gathering
Join APL and Central Texas Seed Savers to learn about the Austin Public Library Seed Collection, gardening, and sustainable living while processing donations for the seed collection.Fri., March 17, 3-4:30pm. Free. -
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South by Southwest
It's impossible to be bored during this fest that brings in musicians, films, tech experts, innovators, and much more from around the globe, but it can be intimidating because so much is going on. Check out our handy guides in the print issue and ongoing coverage online at austinchronicle.com/sxsw. Can't make it in person? An affordable online pass gets you access to tons of streaming and VOD content.March 10-19. $199-1,825. -
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St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl & Block Party
Get your green gear on and crawl along to various bars. Tix get you themed necklaces, welcome shot tickets, exclusive drink specials, and afterparty access.Fri.-Sat., March 17-18, 4pm-2am. $14-29.Various Sixth Street locations -
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SXSW Outdoor Concert Cleanup Volunteers Needed
Every year, SXSW and Austin Resource Recovery team up to help divert material from the landfill and keep the event clean. Volunteers are needed to help collect and dispose of event material at the outdoor concert series, and will be provided with equipment and training. Register online for one of many shifts available.March 16-18 -
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Texas State Parks Photo Contest
Capture your adventures at Texas State Parks. Explore a new trail, discover a cool critter, or catch an awesome sunset, then submit your pics or tag them on social media (#TexasStateParks and #TexasParks100) to win parks passes or H-E-B gift cards.Deadline: Nov. 27Submit online -
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Theremin: Invisible Music, Electronic History
Thereminist Aileen Adler leads this lecture, workshop, and recital, which will include the screening of the apocalyptic theremin adventure short film "The Last Tea Party."Fri., March 17, 8:30-10pm. Free.
