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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  
    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  
    Butler Park
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    Shakespeare at Winedale

    Students perform Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, Two Noble Kinsmen, and The Winter’s Tale.
    Fri.-Sun., Aug. 12-14. $10 at the door.  
    Winedale Historical Center, Round Top
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    Austin Budget Engagement

    Austin will adopt its 2022-23 budget this August, and is welcoming feedback online and at several town halls over the coming weeks. Get the schedule and more info at speakupaustin.org.
    Through Aug. 15  
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    Austin YMCA Now Hiring

    In anticipation of back-to-school, YMCA of Austin is hiring more than 100 seasonal full-time and part-time employees for afterschool care programs. They offer up to $500 in signing bonuses and pay starting at $15 an hour.
    Ongoing  
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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.  
    4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot)
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    Donate Blood, Get Ice Cream

    As temperatures soar, let We Are Blood and Blue Bell cool you down. Get a free pint when you donate blood or platelets; just call 512/206-1266 or schedule an appointment online.
    Aug. 1-14  
    We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives
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    Drop In & Create

    The Contemporary brings out special art activities so the whole family can dig into the art, ideas, and materials seen in the exhibits.
    Sun., Oct. 16 & 23, 1-3pm  
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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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    Fall Art Classes

    Art Garage is now registering students for eight- to 12-week classes this fall, which allow your kiddos ages 4-16 to explore several art mediums with certified art educators at afterschool and home school sessions.
    Classes begin Sept. 12. $350-550.  
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    FC Austin Elite

    Women's Super Cup and Indie League kickoff.
    Aug. 5-7  
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    Free Fitness Classes

    Stronger Austin, powered by It’s Time Texas, offers a variety of free fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba.
    Ongoing. Free.  
    Online via Zoom
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    H-E-B Free First Sunday

    Explore the story of Texas through three floors of exhibits showcasing artifacts from around the state.
    First Sundays, 10am-5pm. Free.  
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    Hearth & Soul Sunday Mimosas

    Drink mimosas and shop new arrivals in homewares, accessories, and clothing all summer.
    Sundays, noon-5pm. Free.  
    Hearth & Soul, 2727 Exposition
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    Kubo and the Two Strings (2016)

    Summer Family Film Series: Drop in before the screening for a family activity related to the breathtaking stop-motion animated film.
    Sun., Aug. 7, 2pm  
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    LView Live

    Hosts LV and Lena invite guests to join in to ask questions and learn more about the artistic and disabled community at this livestream of LVnTheLife's online interview show.
    Sun., Aug. 7, 11am-2pm. Free.  
    Sweetwater Coffee & Tea, 316 W. 12th
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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  
    Apply online
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    PiYo With Live DJ

    Teachers from Shed Pilates + Fitness and Body Collective will offer rotating Pilates and yoga classes all month.
    Sundays in August, 8-9am. Free.  
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    Poetry on Tea Leaves

    A workshop and open mic bringing BIPOC and the LGBTQIA+ community together for reading, writing, discussing, and performing prose. Hosted by Ayjshane and Raphaella the Swan, and complemented by tasty teas.
    First Sundays, 6-8pm. By donation.
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    Schulenburg Festival

    Rodeos, music, arts & crafts vendors, cook-offs, and sports tournaments keep everyone busy having fun.
    Thu.-Sun. Aug. 4-7  
    Schulenburg
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    Scratch Chapel: Fuck the Patriarchy Edition

    Make some noise, raise your voice, and connect with the community. Creatives can share works in progress in this "show and tell" with five-minute slots.
    Sun., Aug. 7, 8-10pm. Donations for repro rights orgs encouraged.  
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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.
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    Sunset Yoga With YTX

    Wind down with a gorgeous view, yoga, and two green juice cocktails.
    Sun., Aug. 7, 7-9pm. $30.  
    506 San Jacinto Ste. WM, 4th floor
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    Vino Vinyasa

    Learn fun wine facts through creative yoga poses at a class in the barrel room, then taste two wines from Fall Creek.
    Sun., Aug. 7, noon-1pm. $30.  
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    Civic Events

    Volunteer With TCDP

    With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.
    Ongoing  
    Various locations

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