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Earth Day Jubilee with The Trail Conservancy
Join The Trail Conservancy on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Jubilee celebration! Enjoy live music by Mr. Will, Motenko, and Brother Thunder, eco-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, and fun for the whole family.Sat. Apr. 20, 10am-2pmButler Park -
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The Amazing Acro-Cats: Keep It Weird in Austin!
The Acro-Cats tour supports Rock Cats Rescue, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Rock Cats Rescue is focused on saving cats "One Click at a Time" through cat welfare, rescue, and adoption. The Acro-Cats show promotes the importance of bonding and training cats with positive reinforcement, while also finding homes for rescued cats.Apr. 24-May 5Long Center for the Performing Arts
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Need something Austin-y (art, jewelry, prints, clothing, etc., whatnot, and then some) for a loved one this year? Thousands of original works from more than 200 artists and artisans will help you with your gifting conundrums.Through Dec. 24, 10am-10pm (open 10am-6pm on Dec. 24). Free admission.Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport -
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Marketplace Health Insurance Open Enrollment
During open enrollment, Foundation Communities' Prosper Centers can help you get insurance coverage, switch plans, and track down financial assistance with their (pretty awesome) team of experts.Mon.-Thu., 9am-7pm; Fri.-Sat., 9am-4pm. Free.5900 Airport Blvd.
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2020 Point in Time Count Volunteers Needed
ECHO is looking for 800 volunteers to make its annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness in Austin and Travis County a success. The 2020 count takes place Jan. 25. Anyone 18 or older can participate; volunteers will work in teams counting folks in their assigned area. Others can collect donations for the care packages distributed during the count.Nov. 18-Jan. 21Online -
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Apply for Staff the Movement
Apply for this training course intended to raise the quality of Texas’ Democratic campaigns. Participants will learn how to run for office or effectively run a campaign.Application deadline: Mon., Dec. 2, 8amOnline -
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Austin Beer Run Club – Weekly Beer Run
Please arrive to Uncle Billy's by 6:30 as the run will begin precisely at 6:45. The fall/winter route is a 5k figure eight around the Long Center. An organizer will go over the route prior to the start, and route details can be found on the website. All speeds are welcome. Stick around for a post-run beer.: Free validated parking is available in the Uncle Billy's garage. Additional parking can be found on Kinney Avenue and near the Butler Shores softball fields on Toomey Road.: For ABRC events, all beer runners run at their own risk. Please use caution and exercise good judgment as ABRC is not responsible for injury or accidents.Wednesdays, 6:30pm. Free. -
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Baptist Community Center Thanksgiving Meal
Walk-ins accepted.Wed., Nov. 27, 11am-6pmBaptist Community Center, 200 E. Second -
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Bears & Bedtime Toy Drive
Stop by your nearest Mattress Firm to donate new, unwrapped teddy bears, stuffed animals, and other bedtime toys for foster youth in the Austin community.Through Dec. 16Austin-area Mattress Firm stores -
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Blood Drive at Barton Creek Square Mall
Anyone who donates or attempts to donate at this blood drive hosted by We Are Blood will receive a free Alamo Drafthouse movie pass.Through Dec. 26 (see online for specific dates & times) -
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Blood Drive at Lakeline Mall
Anyone who donates or attempts to donate at this blood drive hosted by We Are Blood will receive a free Alamo Drafthouse movie pass.Through Jan. 4 (see online for specific dates & times) -
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Ghost Walk Austin
Meet Downtown and take a tour of Austin's most ghoulish places while hearing tales of murder, mystery, and unrequited love.Tuesdays-Saturdays (and some Mondays), 8pm. $20; ages 10 & under, $10.242 W. Second -
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Glossier Pop-Up
Shop the cult internet makeup brand's complete product line IRL.Through Dec. 8 (except Thanksgiving). 11am-7pmGlossier Austin, 2000 S. Congress -
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Hump Day Nooner Ride
Don't have a job or have an understanding boss? Take some time to get in a quick ride and a bite to eat along the way.Wednesdays, 11:45am -
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Listening Session: Cameron and Dessau Roads
Stop by whenever to help the Austin Transportation Department better understand the safety and mobility needs for people using Cameron Road and Dessau Road (51st Street to Parmer Lane). Your input will help identify improvement projects. For those who can’t attend, see the online survey, open Nov. 21 through Dec. 22.Online: Nov. 21-Dec. 22 -
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Lone Star Court’s Rockin’ the Courts Fundraiser
The hotel is raising money to purchase and donate rocking chairs to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas. Lone Star Court’s restaurant, the Water Trough, will be featuring specialty cocktails throughout the month and will donate 30% of drink proceeds to Ronald McDonald House.Nov. 1-30 -
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Marketplace Health Insurance Open Enrollment
During open enrollment, Foundation Communities' Prosper Centers can help you get insurance coverage, switch plans, and track down financial assistance with their (pretty awesome) team of experts.Mon.-Thu., 9am-7pm; Fri.-Sat., 9am-1pm. Free.2600 W. Stassney Ln. -
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Melanated Book Drive
Community Advocacy & Healing Project hosts their annual POC book drive for the holidays so donate or offer your volunteer services when it comes time to distribute.: Community members are also invited to attend check-ins at the Carver Museum (1161 Angelina), on Thu., Nov. 21 and Mon., Nov. 25, 6:30-8:30pm.Drop off: Monday Friday, Oct. 17-Dec. 4, 9am-3pmMission Capital, 8303 N. Mopac Expy -
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Mozart's Light Show
Check out the holiday lights and get you a freshly baked German treat while local musicians play tunes on the grand piano.Nov. 21-Jan. 5, 6pm-12mid, except Christmas Eve (closes 10pm); closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Free. -
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Poketo Holiday Pop-up Shop
Shop the L.A.-based lifestyle brand's signature stationery, apparel, and accessories collections.Through Dec. 15. 10am-6pm. Free. -
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Pound 4 Pound Pet Food Drive
Every holiday season, Tomlinson’s Feed hosts Austin’s largest pet food drive in support of local animal rescues and shelters. It's easy to give: Every bag of pet food donated through Christmas Eve will be doubled by pet food suppliers, pound for pound. (Their goal this year is 160,000 pounds of pet food.) More of an internet shopper? Just donate online.Through Dec. 24Austin-area Tomlinson's Feed stores -
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Salvation Army Thanksgiving Meal
Walk-ins accepted.Wed., Nov. 27, 11:30am-1:30pmSalvation Army Downtown Shelter and Social Services Center, 501 E. Eighth -
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Texas State Women's Basketball
Vs. New Orleans: Wed., Nov. 27, 7pm. Vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi: Sat., Nov. 30, 2pm. Vs. UTSA: Wed., Dec. 4, 7pm. $4+.Strahan Arena, 106 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos -
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The Reunion: A Friendsgiving Dance-Funk Party
Party down with your longtime friends and meet new friends at this party hosted by Bumble BFF and A-Player Media.Wed., Nov. 27, 9pm-2am. $10 (presale); $15 (at door).W Austin Record Room, 200 Lavaca -
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Turkey Tailgate
Help Operation Turkey smoke 600 turkeys, accept donations, and make preparations for Thanksgiving Day. You can volunteer for an hour or all day long, and kids are welcome to join.Wed., Nov. 27, 6am-10pm -
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Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference During Tax Season
United Way of Williamson County is looking for volunteers to help with free tax prep services in Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Liberty Hill, and Taylor. Work includes tax prep, translating, and greeting. No prior experience necessary, as a free training is provided, complete with IRS certification.: The sites will be open from Jan. 28 through April 15. Bilingual folks are sorely needed. Email, call, or visit the website for more info.Nov. 22-Jan. 23Apply online -
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Walkway of Lights
Get a jump on the holiday season with a stroll through 2 million sparkling lights in the park along the lake.Nov. 22-Jan. 1, 2020. Nightly, 6-10pm. Free.Marble Falls -
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We Are Blood: New Shirt on the Block for Double Donors
Folks who donate at least twice between Sept. 1-Nov. 30 will receive a Sustaining Donor card for an exclusive T-shirt that can be redeemed at the end of November.Sept. 1-Nov. 30. Free.Austin-area We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
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Austin FC Season Membership Deposits
Austin's Major League Soccer team, Austin FC, is officially taking deposits for 2021 season memberships. Your deposit will reserve your spot in line, which means the earlier you purchase your membership, the earlier you're eligible to select your seats for the season.Ongoing. $50.
