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    Fans-4-Paws

    An all-ages, pet-friendly fundraising concert featuring Chief Cleopatra, Pearl Z, Van Mary, and Fragile Rock, plus a pet photo booth and adoptable animals from S.A.F.E Refuge of Central Texas. Proceeds benefit Family Eldercare's summer fan drive, and you're welcome to bring a fan to contribute as well.
    Thu., Aug. 24, 7-11pm. $18-20 or a new fan.  
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    Hula Hut: Flatwater Unbreakable Night

    Shrimp boils with all the fixin's are featured at this night that also includes live music, dancing, raffles, and a silent auction. Each shrimp boil basket comes with jumbo Gulf shrimp, Elgin smoked sausage, fresh corn, baby potatoes, and mushrooms tossed with olive oil, butter and fresh lemon juice. Note: This is a fundraiser for Flatwater, a nonprofit providing mental health therapy for those affected by a cancer diagnosis.
    Thu., Aug. 24, 4-8pm. $50 and up.  
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    Beat the Heat

    With Central Texas experiencing extremely high temperatures, city leaders issued a reminder to be aware of Excessive Heat Watch and Excessive Heat Warning alerts from the National Weather Service. A warning means action should be taken immediately to avoid heat-related illness. The city began a pilot program in July at Republic Square with misting tents and cold bottled water, and always offers facilities like rec centers and libraries as cooling centers. In addition, city pool fees are waived Aug. 9-Sept. 30, except for Barton Springs. Visit the city's website for more information, and always check before you head to an outdoor event: For safety, organizers may cancel events that put people at risk due to the heat.
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    Blue Star Museums

    The Bullock Museum is part of a collaboration of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, which means active duty military members and their families get free exhibit admission all summer, from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.
    May 20-Sept. 4  
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    Donate Blood, Get Free Chicken Wings

    We Are Blood partners with Pluckers Wing Bar to offer donors a voucher for five free wings.
    Aug. 15-31  
    We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives
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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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    Games Y'all

    Finish off your summer with a casual meetup to play indie games and experience some unique digital arts projects.
    Thu., Aug. 24, 7-10pm
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    Geeks Who Drink Trivia

    The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.
    Ongoing
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    Help Stock Your School Library

    Austin Books and Comics has a neat deal for back to school: Get 15% off “all ages” graphic novels for a limited time, and use your coupon to vote for your school to receive a $250 gift card to stock the school library with graphic novels.
    Through Sept. 17  
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    Palm Park Conversations

    Share your ideas for a transformed Palm Park, an important part of our community's history. Learn about progress along Waterloo Greenway and share your feedback at sessions with interactive conversations and activities along with free snacks and beverages.
    Aug. 24 & 26. Thu., 5:30-7:30pm; Sat., 10am-noon. Free.  
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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. 27  
    Submit online
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    Civic Events

    Tree Smart Brown Bag Lunch & Learn

    This in-person session will provide information on Austin’s tree requirements and ways you can help protect our urban forest. Experts from the city's Community Tree Preservation Division will provide information and answer your questions.
    Thu., Aug. 24, 11:45am-1pm  
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    Volunteer Days at ACR

    Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.
    Tuesdays & Thursdays  
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    Wild Hearted Women's Circle

    Join monthly for a deep connection in sisterhood, with a different healing theme each session. This month is "Exploring the Chakras."
    Thu., Aug. 24, 7-8:30pm. $35.  
    Wild Heart Yoga, 5604 Bee Caves Rd.

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