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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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No War With Iran: Day of Action
Activists and organizers invite Austinites to join in national protest: against war and stand in solidarity with Iran. A candlelight vigil will follow at 6pm on the sidewalk on the Capitol's south side of the to "stand together peacefully in opposition to war with Iran and in solidarity with Iranian-Americans, Iraqi-Americans, Muslim Americans, military families and veterans, and others most affected."Thu., Jan. 9, 5pm
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2020 Point in Time Count Volunteers Needed
ECHO is looking for 800 volunteers to make its annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness in Austin and Travis County a success. The 2020 count takes place Jan. 25. Anyone 18 or older can participate; volunteers will work in teams counting folks in their assigned area. Others can collect donations for the care packages distributed during the count.Nov. 18-Jan. 21Online -
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A Conversation With Chris Bell
Watch IRL or online this convo between this U.S. Senate candidate and Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith.Thu., Jan. 9, 7:30-9am. Free. -
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Austin Fast Start: Consumer Packaged Goods Pitch
A pitch competition with a purpose from the city and the Austin Young Chamber. Pitch your products for a chance at winning an unrestricted cash prize and other opportunities.Thu., Jan. 9, 5:30-7:30pm. Free.H-E-B and Favor Eastside Tech Hub, 2416 E. Sixth -
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Blackland Nursing Services
Nurses will be on-site to help navigate health concerns, provide check-ups, offer nutrition education, and help track down affordable health insurance coverage.Thursdays, 8:30-11:30am. Free. -
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Community Feedback on Safety & Mobility Projects
Review and provide feedback for the draft 2020 Mobility Annual Plan, which includes sidewalks, safe routes to school, bikeways, urban trails, intersection safety, Vision Zero improvements, and more. Funded by the 2016 Mobility Bond, the final 2020 MAP is expected to be released in early March.Provide feedback through Feb. 2, 2020Online -
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Donation Slow Flow Yoga
A relaxed evening yoga class with breathwork and mediation. All are welcome; no experience necessary; suggested donation but no one turned away.Through Jan. 30. Thursdays, 8-9pm. $10-20 suggested donation. -
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Freestyle Language Center Spring Open House
Looking for a New Year's resolution? How about learning a new language such as French, Spanish, and/or Italian? Meet the teachers and see if this is the right course for you, and check out their exclusive online courses.Thu., Jan. 9, 6-8pm. Free. -
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Homeschool Day at the Science Mill
The Science Mill’s monthly Homeschool Day focuses on careers in nanotechnology, featuring hands-on activities and age-based learning labs.Thu., Jan. 9, 10am-4pm. Ages 2 & under, free; ages 3-18, $9.50; adults, $11; ages 65 & up, $9; military, $5.50; learning lab, $5.Science Mill, 101 S. Lady Bird Ln., Johnson City -
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Huston-Tillotson Men's Basketball
Vs. Louisiana State University-Alexandria: Thu., Jan. 9, 7:30pm. Vs. Louisiana State University-Shreveport: Sat., Jan. 11, 4pm -
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Huston-Tillotson Women's Basketball
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January Meeting: Endorsements Part 1
The West Austin Democrats will endorse candidates running for Travis County district attorney, Travis County attorney, Travis County sheriff, and multiple folks running for different judicial races.Thu., Jan. 9, 6:45-9:45pm -
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Lantana Place Grand Opening
Stratus Properties and the Austin Chamber of Commerce host the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Southwest Austin mixed-use development, followed by a celebration with tastings from Lantana Place restaurants, property tours, and pop-up shops and activations from Lantana Place partners including Moviehouse & Eatery.Thu., Jan. 9, 4:30-7pm. Free.Lantana Place, 7415 Southwest Pkwy. -
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Motown: The Sound of Young America
In celebration of the 60th anniversary of Motown Records, this exhibit is the first major museum exhibition to embrace all facets – music, culture, and politics – of the Sixties' biggest sounds.Through Jan. 26, 2020. Included with admission. -
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Rainey Shared Streets Pilot
This Austin Transportation and Austin Police pilot program will test the temporary closure of Rainey Street to motor vehicle traffic Thursdays-Saturdays, 9pm-2:30am, in the model of the long-running Sixth Street shutdowns. The pilot period runs through March 8, 2020.Rainey Street -
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Texas State Men's Basketball
Vs. Coastal Carolina: Thu., Jan. 9, 7pm. Vs. Appalachian State: Sat., Jan. 11, 4pmStrahan Arena, 106 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos -
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Transgender Health: Complex Medical Case Studies
Central Texas providers share case studies on providing culturally competent medical care for trans and nonbinary patients. Medical providers are the target audience, but med students and novices are also welcome.Registration open! Event: Thu., Feb. 20, 6pmDell Pediatric Research Institute, 1400 Barbara Jordan Blvd -
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Travis County Christmas Tree Recycling
Travis County residents can give their holiday tree new life by recycling it at one of the below locations. Simply remove all decorations and drop it off. No flocking accepted and trees should not be in bags. West Service Center (4501 FM 620); East Service Center (6011 Blue Bluff); Del Valle Adult Softball Complex (3614 FM 973, Del Valle); 1431 Collection Station (2625 Woodall Dr., Leander).Through Fri., Jan. 10. Free.Multiple locations -
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Ultimate Hike Information Night
Learn about CureSearch's Ultimate Hike – a 22.7-mile hike on Texas' Lone Star trail in one day (April 18) – and its goal to raise money toward finding a cure for children's cancer.Wed.-Thu., Jan. 8-9, 6:30pm. Wednesday: REI, 601 N. Lamar; Thursday: REI, 9901 Capital of Texas Hwy. N. #200. Free, but RSVP. -
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Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference During Tax Season
United Way of Williamson County is looking for volunteers to help with free tax prep services in Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Liberty Hill, and Taylor. Work includes tax prep, translating, and greeting. No prior experience necessary, as a free training is provided, complete with IRS certification.: The sites will be open from Jan. 28 through April 15. Bilingual folks are sorely needed. Email, call, or visit the website for more info.Nov. 22-Jan. 23Apply online -
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We Are Blood: Franklin BBQ Dinner Raffle
In celebration of National Blood Donor Month, anyone who donates blood or platelets between Jan. 2-15 will be entered into a drawing to win a free private dinner at Franklin (Sat., Feb. 8). For the chance to be one of these lucky 20 guests, schedule an appointment at www.weareblood.org.Jan. 2-15Austin-area We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
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Austin FC Season Membership Deposits
Austin's Major League Soccer team, Austin FC, is officially taking deposits for 2021 season memberships. Your deposit will reserve your spot in line, which means the earlier you purchase your membership, the earlier you're eligible to select your seats for the season.Ongoing. $50.
