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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 5  
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    Long Center for the Performing Arts

  • 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-2pm  
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    Butler Park
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    Khabaar: Author Talk

    Madhushree Ghosh will discuss her new book, Khabaar: An Immigrant Journey of Food, Memory, and Family, in conversation with Eater Austin's Nadia Chaudhury. The evening includes a reading and open discussion about food memory, myths surrounding domestic violence, and immigrant identity. Chai and light South Asian snacks will be served.
    Wed., June 15, 6pm. Free.  
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    Asian American Resource Center

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    New Perspectives: Mental Health in Texas

    Join historian Dr. William Bush and Dell Medical School professor Dr. Octavio Martinez for a conversation on the evolution of mental health care in Texas, which will be recorded for the Hogg Foundation podcast Into the Fold.
    Wed., June 15, 7-8pm. Free.  
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    The Bullock Museum online

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    Sports

    Round Rock Express

    Vs. Sugar Land. Thursday it's dog-friendly for Pints & Pups, Friday features fireworks, the Spazmatics play Saturday, and Wednesday is the popular Princess Night, wherein the diamond is transformed into a royal palace.
    June 14-19. Tue.-Fri., 7:05pm; Sat., 6:05pm; Sun., 1:05pm  
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    Dell Diamond

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    Star Wars Trivia

    Test your knowledge of a galaxy far, far away and enjoy free samples of craft beers that are from much closer.
    Wed., June 15, 8-10pm  
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    Pinballz Arcade Lake Creek
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    Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month

    Join the Alzheimer's Association in going purple and raising awareness this June. Find out how to donate and get involved online.
    Through June 30  
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    Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series

    Summer sessions will take Humane Heroes on an epic adventure to learn what it means to care for a pet of their own and explore ways to help animals in need. The beloved Teddy Bear surgery is back for two sessions, and an outdoor movie night screens June 23. It all culminates in graduation Aug. 3.
    June 7-Aug. 3. Free.  
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    Austin Humane Society

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    Baby Formula Resources

    Due to the nationwide shortage of baby formula, which disproportionately affects low-income families with transportation and time restraints, Community Resilience Trust provides a helpful online resource. Families in need can sign up for updates on local formula supply and info from WIC, and those in the know can help track the supply by reporting information. Anyone with formula to donate can drop it off at any of several locations; get all the info online.
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    Become a Community Climate Ambassador

    The city is seeking a diverse group of applicants to become community climate ambassadors, who will spend about 10 hours per week from August 2022 to January 2023 working on climate change and environmental justice issues. Ambassadors will be compensated at a rate of $25 per hour and will make positive changes in the community with special projects.
    Applications due June 22  
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    Black Girl Ventures x Pimco Austin Pitch Competition

    Black Girl Ventures is an organization that provides Black and Brown woman-identifying founders with access to community, capital, and capacity building. Small-business owners are invited to pitch to a panel of judges for a chance to win prizes of up to $10,000, which will be matched by Capital One. Apply now; finalists will be notified on July 18 for the pitch competition in the fall.
    Deadline: Fri., July 1  
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    Black West Austin Driving Tour

    Stop by the museum to pick up a guide for a driving/walking/biking tour that helps participants better understand the history of our city and the important contributions Black Austinites have made to its development.
    June 12-19. Free with museum admission.  
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    Neill-Cochran House Museum

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    Blues on the Green

    ACL Radio's beloved free outdoor concert series is back for four nights this summer with stellar lineups.
    Tue. & Wed., July 19-20, 7pm. Free.  
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    Zilker Park

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    Del Valle Libraries Summer Storytimes

    Stories, snacks, and activities with an ocean theme for kids ages 3 and up.
    Wednesdays through July 27, 11am. Free.  
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    Garfield Public Library

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    Epilepsy Support Group

    Listen to the experiences of other people with epilepsy and other seizure disorders. Tuesdays are for family group, and Wednesday is for adults.
    Second Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 7pm. Free.  
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    Online via Zoom

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    Sports

    FC Austin Elite

    Vs. Wilco FC.
    Wed., June 15, 8pm  
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    Round Rock Multipurpose Complex

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    Focus on Co-op Finances

    Learn the basics of bookkeeping and tax awareness for co-ops at a free webinar.
    Wed., June 15, 6-8pm. Free.  
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    Harmful Algae Warning

    The Watershed Protection Department warns that harmful algae was detected at Red Bud Isle on May 30, and has been found in Lady Bird Lake, Lake Austin, and Barton Creek in the past. They advise that people and pets should always avoid swimming in areas with algae or in water that is warm, stagnant, or has scum or film. This algae has sickened and killed several dogs, and the city monitors it regularly.
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    Red Bud Isle

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    Juneteenth: Freedom Comes to Texas

    Learn about emancipation at two Texas plantations at an online history program from the Texas Historical Commission. Can't make it? Register ahead of time to be emailed a recording of the presentation.
    Wed., June 15, noon  
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    Online via Zoom

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    Living Room Sound Check: Pride Edition

    Enjoy the show by DJ Boyfriend ATX and Coco Coquette, raising funds for nonprofit Out Youth.
    Wed., June 15, 8-10pm. Free; donations encouraged.  
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    W Hotel

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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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    Out of Town

    Round Top Music Festival

    More than 80 young artists present orchestra, chamber, and solo work with concerts on Saturdays over six weeks. Weekday rehearsals in the concert hall are free and open to the public.
    June 5-July 17  
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    Round Top

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    TreeFolks Pride Shirt Design Contest

    Nonprofit TreeFolks will be participating in the Pride Parade for the first time this year, and is seeking submissions for a T-shirt logo to showcase. Get all the deets and submit your design online.
    Deadline: June 30  
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    We Are Blood's "Giving Double" Campaign

    We Are Blood is rewarding blood and platelet donors with a special opportunity to double the good of a donation. With each visit, donors can choose to donate $5 to either Central Texas Food Bank or Austin Humane Society, and We Are Blood will send all the proceeds to the orgs in July. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
    Through June 30  
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    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives

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    Civic Events

    YMCA Early Learning Readiness Program

    A free community program for qualifying low-income families that focuses on preparing children ages 2-4 for school, while providing their caregivers with the tools to facilitate their child’s development. Classes are offered twice a week in English and Spanish and last one hour.
    English: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Spanish: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am.. Free.  
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