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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
  • 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  
    BookSpring
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    Mueller Report Read Live!

    Shannon McCormick and more read from Volume II of the Mueller Report (aka "the really juicy stuff") for your listening and entertainment pleasure.
    Sun., Aug. 11, 5-9pm  
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      Austin Splash Mob

      Bring your squirt guns, water balloons, or whatever you got to this ninth annual splash mob. Pro tip: Wear goggles and water shoes, and bring plenty o' water for refills.
      Sun., Aug. 4, 2-2:30pm. Free.  
      Trinity & Sixth
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      Blue Action Democrats Meeting

      Join Texas Democratic Party and Annie’s List as they pack backpacks for refugees and discuss how to turn Texas blue during the 2020 midterms.
      Sun., Aug. 4, 2-4pm  
      Travis County Community Center at Oak Hill, 8656 W. Hwy. 71, Bldg. A Ste. 208
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      Crush for Fun

      Wear the badge of purple feet with pride after you stomp a barrel of grapes just for fun.
      July 20-21, 27-28, Aug. 3-4, 10-11. Sat.-Sun.. $30.
      Pleasant Hill Winery, Brenham
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      East Austin Hotel Summer Swell

      Reminiscent of Sixties Palm Springs pool parties, Summer Swell will open the hotel’s courtyard pool to locals and visiting guests. Complete with rotating themes, plus food and beverage specials.
      Sundays, 2-6pm. Through Sept. 1. $30.
      East Austin Hotel, 1108 E. Sixth
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      Equity Mini-Grant Fund Applications

      Community organizations focused on improving life for Austin’s most vulnerable populations are invited to apply for grants of up to $10,000, provided by the City of Austin.
      Deadline to apply: Fri., Aug. 9, 3:30pm  
      Online
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      Harvest Grape Stomp

      Taste the wine, pick the grapes, and feel the purple orbs squish between your toes at the scenic winery.
      July 6-Sept. 1. Sat.-Sun.
      Brenham
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      Host Families Needed

      Student Ambassador Exchange is in need of local families willing to host high school-aged exchange students from Spain for 4-8 weeks or the full fall semester.
      Student Ambassador Exchange, 248 Addie Roy Rd. Ste. A-102
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      Round Rock Express

      Whole lotta promotions: Augtoberfest (Aug. 1), Alright Alright Alright Alright (Aug. 3), Express Kids Backpack Giveaway (Aug. 4), and Deaf Awareness Night (Aug. 5).
      Vs. Fresno Grizzlies: Thu., Aug. 1, 7:05pm. Vs. Sacramento River Cats: Fri.-Sat., Aug. 2-3, 7:05pm; Sun., Aug. 4, 6:05pm; Mon., Aug. 5, 7:05pm  
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      San Antonio Film Festival

      The largest film fest in South Texas, SAFILM celebrates local and international filmmakers with a week of independent films, including documentaries, horror films, and more. Editors, directors, producers, and screenwriters offer live, free panels, too!
      Tue.-Sun., July 30-Aug. 4. Panels, free; day tickets, $10; night tickets, $15; one-day pass, $59; weekend badge, $99; VIP badge, $169.  
      Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir., San Antonio
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      Scandinavian Sundae

      Learn about the history and customs of some of Central Texas' earliest settlers from Scandinavia. Enjoy traditional Scandinavian music, rosemaling – a unique style of Scandinavian decorative painting – and free Blue Bell ice cream.
      Sun., Aug. 4, 10am-2pm  
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      Shakespeare at Winedale

      The summer students perform three of the Bard’s plays in the theatre barn over the four-weekend season.
      July 18-Aug. 11. Thu.-Sun.. $5-10.
      Round Top
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      Shark Week

      Have fun while learning about the predator of the seas that we all love to fear at this exhibit, movie, and fossil dig.
      Wed.-Sun., July 31-Aug. 4
      Science Mill, Johnson City
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      Social Justice Activist Meditation

      A community-centered meditation for empathic change makers with Amira Glickman, Chanelle Glover, Alec Brownridge, Chris Isom, and Jacob Fischer. Email to reserve a spot.
      First & third Sundays, 10-11:45am.. $15 suggested donation.  
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      Sunday Tarot

      Join Carly for a 15-minute reading with the deck of your choice.
      Sundays, 6-8pm  
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      Texas Mamma Jamma Training Ride: Buda Bike Balade

      Train with fully supported distances of 17, 25, and 35 miles. Texas Mamma Jamma Ride (Sept. 21) raises funds to support local programs and services for breast cancer fighters and survivors in the Central Texas community.
      Sun., Aug. 4, 7am-noon. Free.  
      Buda Bike Co., 304 S. Main St. #102
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      Vino Vinyasa at Fall Creek Vineyards Driftwood

      The hourlong yoga class will end with a comparative wine tasting of Fall Creek's white wines.
      Sun., Aug. 4, noon-1:30pm. $25.  
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      We Are Blood: Pint for Pint With Blue Bell

      All donors between Aug. 1-14 will receive a voucher for a free pint of Blue Bell ice cream.
      Aug. 1-14. Free.  
      Any Austin-area We Are Blood Donor Center 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.  

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