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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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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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Clear the Shelters
Now's a great time to add to your fur family! Local shelters are waiving adoption fees for a limited time as part of the "Clear the Shelters" initiative, and have several upcoming adoption events. Check out pet profiles and find your next buddy at austinpetsalive.org or austintexas.gov/department/adopt-pet.Through Sept. 19Austin Animal Center, 7201 Levander Loop; Austin Pets Alive!, 1156 W. Cesar Chavez -
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Round Rock Express
Vs. Sugar Land Skeeters. Pints & Pups is Thursday, fireworks are on Friday, and Sunday is NASA Night presented by Texas State University STEM, featuring a special planetarium show, telescopes, and drones. See schedule for details and more events.Sept. 9-14. Thu.-Fri. & Mon.-Tue, 7:05pm; Sat.-Sun., 6:05pm -
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Shoal Creek Social
Celebrate the beauty of Shoal Creek with two weeks of fun and education, including a fundraiser, hangouts, and a scavenger hunt. Hangouts are scheduled for Saturdays, 9am-1pm, at Duncan Park and Northwest District Park, and will include lots of family fun like games and tours. Throughout the social, contribute to help reach the $25k fundraising goal, and learn about the area by finding items on the scavenger hunt like flora & fauna, structures, and natural features.Sept. 1-15Shoal Creek Trail
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Austin FC Pub Club
If you can't be at the game, the next best thing is watching it at one of Austin FC's bar partners. Check out the list to find one near you.OngoingVarious locations -
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Austin Fire Youth Explorers
City of Austin Fire Department is recruiting youth ages 14-20 to join Exploring, Boy Scouts of America's character and career development program for youth. The AFD Explorer Post #370 teaches youth about careers in fire rescue and helps them sharpen leadership skills.Deadline: Oct. 1. Free.Apply online -
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Austin ISD Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Virtual Celebration
The Austin Independent School District celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15) with special performances by Lamar Guitar, Ballet Folklorico de Texas, and Guateque Son.Mon., Sept. 13, 11am. Free.FB Live -
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Austin Organic Gardeners Club Meeting
John Dromgoole, founder of the Natural Gardener, will discuss why it's important now more than ever to grow our own food. He’ll explain the differences between a kitchen garden and a food garden, how to start a food garden, and ways to encourage others to do the same.Second Mondays, 7pmOnline via Zoom -
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BYO Vinyl With VIK5000
Live your DJ dream by bringing a few records to share, and the first six to bring wax get a free drink.Mondays, 6-9pm -
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Cedar Park Scavenger Hunt
Cedar Park Parks & Rec presents a scavenger hunt you do at your own pace at each of its 10 lovely parks. Find the QR code, solve the clue, and take a photo to submit for a chance to win prizes.Through Sept. 30Various locations -
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Disaster Preparedness Art Contest
September is National Preparedness Month, so what better time to create art about preparing for emergencies? The city's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is putting together a calendar that will feature elementary schoolchildren's artwork that's focused on the topic of disaster preparedness. Get out the art supplies and submit by Oct. 1.Deadline: Oct. 1Submit online -
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Donate Blood, Get a Free Car Wash
Blood and platelet donors get a special bonus this month: a free Lucy's Express Wash from Arbor Car Wash. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.Sept. 1-15We Are Blood donor centers -
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Escape the Box
Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75. -
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How Entrepreneurs Can Design Impact-Oriented Business Ideas Webinar
For social or impact entrepreneurs whose businesses address social and environmental challenges.Mon., Sept. 13, 9-11:30am. Free (registration required).Online -
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Looking Back and Moving Forward: Austin ISD Community Conversations
KUT’s Claire McInerny and Alejandro Martínez-Cabrera moderate a panel with community members on their experiences with historic inequities in the district and how AISD can begin to rebuild trust.Sat., Sept. 18, 10:30am-12:30pmOnline -
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Mocha Monday Women's Coffee Break
Grab a cup of your favorite coffee and share the journey of entrepreneurship or just being a woman in a professional environment. Meet new friends or join old ones and explore relevant topics to support and uplift you to start your week.Second Mondays, 8:30am. Free.Online -
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Museum of Ice Cream
Experience the joy of ice cream at this imaginative and immersive museum filled with installations and fun for kids and adults.Aug. 21-Sept. 30; open daily except Tuesdays, 10am-8pm. $39.11506 Century Oaks Terrace #128 (at the Domain) -
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Pilates Mat Workout: A Weekly Wellness Class
Pilates is a great workout, and mat exercises are adaptable to any fitness level. Start anytime and drop in for a class when you can to unwind after work.Mondays, Aug. 30-Oct. 25, 5:15-6pm -
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Silent Book Club Meeting
At this introvert-friendly happy hour, everyone reads their own book at their own pace, and bibliophiles can share a bit about what they're reading.Mon., Sept. 13, 6:30-8:30pm. Free. -
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Trivia With Get It Gals
"Best of Austin" winners Get It Gals are back with tons of trivia nights planned for y'all, with several based on TV programs you may have binged over the last year for some reason. Stay tuned on their socials because they are all over the place.OngoingVarious locations -
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Tyler's Dam That Cancer
To raise funds for local nonprofit Flatwater Foundation, which provides access to mental health services for those touched by cancer, participants will stand-up paddleboard 21 miles on Lake Austin, and each has pledged to raise at least $3,000. Get involved by making a contribution to a certain paddler on the fundraising page.Mon., Sept. 13 -
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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.Online
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Drive-Through Vaccine Clinic Volunteers
If you're interested in volunteering at Travis County's drive-through vaccine clinic at COTA, sign up here.Clinic open: Fridays-Sundays -
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Palm District Planning Survey
Austin’s Palm District is located on the eastern edge of Downtown between I-35 and Trinity St., running from Rainey St. to 15th St. The city's Housing and Planning Department seeks public input on the future of the area as it develops the final Palm District Small Area Plan. Explore the area, take a survey, and ask questions on the city’s project website.OngoingOnline -
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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide
