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for Mon., Sept. 27

  • 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  
    More Info
    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  
    get tickets
    Long Center for the Performing Arts
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    Drive-in Storytime

    Drive in to the library parking lot and tune in via radio to see librarians perform a live-action storytime.
    Tue., Sept. 28, 10am; register by Sept. 27  
    register
    Hampton Branch Library

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    Give Blood, Get a Tote Bag

    When you donate blood or platelets in September, get a free canvas tote bag for your efforts. Call or schedule an appointment online.
    Through Sept. 30  
    schedule an appointment
    We Are Blood Donor Centers

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    Job Fair at Empire Control Room & Garage

    Polish that resume and get down to Empire Control Room for a job fair if you're interested in positions suchas floor manager, event staff, barback, stage hand, and more. Heard Presents owns and operates venues Empire Control Room & Garage and the Parish, and they are relaunching the spaces and growing the business and staff. Heard Presents is an equal opportunity employer and actively looking to further diversify their staff. They strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and nonbinary people, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
    Mon., Sept. 27, 4-7pm. Free.  
    info
    Empire Control Room & Garage

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    Round Rock Express

    Vs. Tacoma. Pints & Pups is Thursday, fireworks are on Friday, and there's more fun in store. See schedule for details and more events.
    Sept. 23-27. Thu.-Sat. & Mon., 7:05pm; Sun., 6:05pm  
    get tickets
    Dell Diamond
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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.
    Ongoing  
    info
    Various 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.  
    register
    Apply online

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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  
    facebook event link
    Buzz Mill

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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. 30  
    info
    Various locations

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    Community Heritage Survey

    Help Austin’s new historic preservation plan to reflect your community’s story. Take a survey about what community heritage means to you at bit.ly/ATXpres. And tag a photo of Austin’s heritage that matters to you: #ATXpresplan.
    Through Oct. 3. Free.  
    take the survey
    Online

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    Out of Town

    Día de los Muertos Exhibit

    The annual exhibit features ofrendas commemorating loved ones who have passed in highly personal and artistic altars.
    Fri., Sept. 17-Sat., Oct. 16. Free.  
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    Nave Museum, Victoria

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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. 1  
    enter now
    Submit online

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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.  
    info
    Austin Visitor Center

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    Financial Aid 101 Info Session

    For Austin ISD high school seniors and families: AISD provides an overview of the types of college financial aid available.
    English: Mon., Sept. 27, 6-7:30pm; Wed., Sept. 29, 6-7:30pm; Spanish: Tue., Sept. 28, 6-7:30pm. Free.  
    Info
    Online

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    Habitat for Humanity Needs Volunteers

    Austin Habitat for Humanity is seeking individual volunteers age 18 and up for seven new homes being built in Northeast Austin. Sign up online, and email volservices@ahfh.org with questions.
    Ongoing  
    sign up
    Citywide

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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.  
    get tickets
    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  
    info
    Ballet Austin

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    Riverbat Paddle Battle

    This kayak race on Lady Bird Lake supports the Austin Community College Foundation, and due to COVID-19 has shifted to a virtual format for everyone's health and safety. This means you can paddle at your own pace and time it yourself, then submit your time by Oct. 25 for a chance to win a prize pack. There are three course options: 1-mile novice, 2-mile intermediate, and a 500-yard for kids. Registration for the race gets you a rowing pass valid for six months, a T-shirt, and a swag bag, and it benefits ACC.
    Sept. 25-Oct. 25. $25-45.  
    register
    Rowing Dock

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    Out of Town

    State Fair of Texas

    Go for the food, stay for the excitement, exhibitions, and rides on the midway as Big Tex greets guests back to the biggest show on earth.
    Fri., Sept. 24-Sun. Oct. 17  
    get tickets
    Dallas

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    Stronger Austin Virtual Classes

    Stronger Austin offers a wide variety of free virtual fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba, and you're bound to find one that fits your schedule amongst their daily offerings.
    Ongoing. Free.  
    schedule
    Online via Zoom

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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.
    Ongoing  
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    Various locations

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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.  
    Info
    Online
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