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  • BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration

    Join BookSpring for an enchanting celebration of reading at BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration! Enjoy inspiring stories read aloud from pillars of the community, carnival games, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon makers, books, and refreshments (ALL FREE).
    Sat. May 4, 12pm-6pm  
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    BookSpring

  • 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 5  
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    Long Center for the Performing Arts
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    Eastside Pop Up

    A market packed with local artisans, makers, and vintage collectors takes over the biergarten, complemented by lovely libations and tasty bites from CMW.
    Sun., May 15, noon-5pm  
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    Central Machine Works

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    Listening Experience and Q&A With Engineer Chris Shaw

    Quadruple Grammy-winning producer, engineer, mixer, and musician Chris Shaw will delve into Weezer's Blue Album at this listening party and Q&A, preceded by complimentary beers and a tour of the recording facility. Shaw has worked on six of Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest all-time records, and will take questions on any of the seminal records from his catalog.
    Sun., May 15, 2-5pm. $35.  
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    Same Sky Productions, 2704 E. Second

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    Paddle for Puppies

    A unique fundraiser presented by Austin Subaru, wherein participants kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard down Lady Bird Lake to raise funds for the parvo puppy program at Austin Pets Alive!
    Sun., May 15, 7-10am. $40.  
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    Rowing Dock

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    Preview of the 50th Kerrville Folk Festival

    Shake Russell, Susan Gibson, Bob Livingstone, and Sarah Lee Guthrie give a preview of the upcoming Kerrville Folk Festival at the Bill Muse Stage at the Trailhead on the Schreiner University campus.
    Sun., May 15, 2:30pm. Free.  
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    Kerrville

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    Round Rock Express

    Vs. Oklahoma City. Bring canned goods Tuesday for the Strike Out Hunger food drive; bring furry friends for Pints & Pups Thursday; enjoy a fireworks show at Star Wars Day Friday; check out a postgame screening of the doc Facing Nolan Saturday; and Kids' Day Sunday features pregame activities and a postgame running of the bases.
    May 10-15. Tue.-Fri., 7:05pm; Sat., 6:05pm; Sun., 1:05pm  
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    Dell Diamond
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    Austin Flea

    Shop local handmade and vintage vendors.
    Third Sundays, 9am-2pm  
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    Radio Coffee & Beer

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    Barton Creek Farmers Market

    A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.
    Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.  
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    4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot)

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    Black Heritage Celebration

    Celebrating the diversity of the Black experience with designers, artists, entertainers, and businesses.
    Sat.-Sun., May 14-15  
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    Arboretum, Dallas

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    Blue Genie Art Bazaar’s May Market

    If you've been missing Blue Genie since the holidays, never fear. Shop the work of over 100 regional artisans and craftspeople all month at the May market, which is the perfect place to find gifts for all your spring occasions.
    April 29-May 29, Fri.-Sun., and Mon., May 30. Free.  
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    Blue Genie Art Bazaar

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    Bluegrass Jam

    Pickers of all levels and ages welcome at this family-friendly jam.
    Sundays, 12-3pm. Through June 12. Free.  
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    Suds Monkey Brewing Company

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    Buccaneer Days

    There’s lots of fun things to do and see, from pig races to professional rodeo, a carnival, and lots of live music.
    May 5-15  
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    Corpus Christi

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    Donate Blood, Get Kerbey Lane Queso

    For some of us, queso almost runs through our veins. We Are Blood partnered with Kerbey Lane Cafe to provide blood donors with vouchers for a free queso while supplies last, so schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
    Through May 31  
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    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives

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    Drop-in Hip Hop Classes for Adults

    Beginner to advanced dancers welcome to drop in for a great workout set to hip-hop and pop music.
    Sundays, 12:30pm. $5-26.  
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    Ballet Austin

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    Moonshine: Full Moon Release Sound Spa

    Harness the power of the full moon in a chakra-clearing sound spa.
    May 14-15. Sat., 5 & 7pm; Sun., 7pm. $55.  
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    Meditation Bar, 8301 Mesa

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    Obama Portraits Tour

    Portraits of the former president and first lady by Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald are on view before moving to the National Portrait Gallery.
    April 3-May 30  
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    Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

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    Other Worlds Screenplay Contest

    Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).
    Final deadline: Aug. 20  
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    Pan Am Park Renaming

    The community is invited to provide feedback on a proposal to change the name of Pan American Neighborhood Park to Tony Castillo Pan American Neighborhood Park. An online survey is now open, and meetings will be held online and at the park.
    Survey open through June 4. Virtual meetings: Thu., May 19 & June 2, 7pm. In-person meeting: Sat., June 4, 10:30am, 2100 E. Third  
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    Pride 2022 Call for Artists

    The Dougherty Arts Center seeks submissions from LGBTQ+ artists for a pop-up exhibit during the Pride celebration with the theme "Glow Up!" Get all the details and submit online.
    Submissions due May 30; exhibit held June 15  
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    Primary Run-Off Block Walks

    Join Blue Austin Democrats to hit the streets and talk to folks about voting in the May 24 primary run-off election. Several options are available all over town.
    Ongoing  
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    Register online

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    Public Comment Period for City Draft Allocation Plan

    Each year, the city prepares a plan detailing the amount of federal funding to be allocated to various housing and public service programs. Give your feedback online or at a public hearing Tue., May 10, 6:30pm, with the Community Development Commission, or Thu., June 9, 10am, with City Council.
    Through June 10  
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    Public Input on ARP Funding for Homelessness

    The public is invited to provide input on the city's plan to allocate federal funds dedicated to homelessness and housing instability, either online or at a public hearing May 10 with the Community Development Commission or June 9 with City Council.
    Through June 10  
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    Scarborough Renaissance Festival

    Come for the jousting and birds of prey, but stay for the games and food.
    Sat.-Sun., April 9-May 29, and Mon., May 30  
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    Waxahachie

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    Splash Dance! With Erica Nix

    Shake it up in your swimsuit every Sunday with Erica Nix's poolside aerobics.
    Sundays, 10-11am. Through Sept. 25. RSVP, $20.
    Austin Motel

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    Spring Compost Fundraiser

    In celebration of Earth month and their goal to help create a zero-waste community, Texas Farmers’ Market is launching a fundraiser to help bring their free: composting program back to its Mueller market. Donate online or at the market on Sundays, 10am-2pm, and get a free water bottle for your donation.
    Through May 31  
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    Texas Farmers' Market at Mueller

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    Stick With Me

    All month, We Are Blood is rewarding blood and platelet donors with a limited-edition "Stick With Me" T-shirt when they bring a friend along to donate. Appointments required; make one online or call 512/206-1266.
    May 1-31  
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    We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives

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    Summer Jobs With the City

    The city has announced a round of attractive bonuses for summer employees including lifeguards and summer camp staff. Wages start at $15/hour, and bonuses range from $750 to $1,250 depending on qualifications. Get all the details and apply online soon!
    Apply now; bonuses for employees starting by June 6  
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    Austin pools and summer camps

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    Texas State Baseball

    Vs. Louisiana.
    May 13-15. Fri., 6pm; Sat., 4pm; Sun., 1pm  
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    Bobcat Ballpark

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    The Power of Movesz

    Join a 30-day wellness campaign to get inspired, get healthy, and make a positive change. Proceeds go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
    Through May. $35.  
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    Virtual

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    University of Texas Rowing

    Big 12 Championship.
    Sun., May 15, 9am  
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    Walter E. Long Lake

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    Vino Vinyasa

    Learn fun wine facts through creative yoga poses, then sample two Texas white wines and get a discounted brunch.
    Sun., May 15, 11am. $30.  
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    Fairmont Austin

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    Virtual Fitness Classes

    Stronger Austin has a full slate of free virtual classes all week long, from cardio & strength to Zumba, so you can always fit some fitness in your schedule.
    Ongoing. Free.  
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