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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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    Antony and Cleopatra

    High school students perform Shakespeare’s historical drama of the great warrior and the seductive queen.
    Aug. 1-3, 5-10. 8:15pm.. $10-18.  
    Wimberley
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    Balcones Heights Jazz Festival

    Enjoy an all-female lineup of smooth jazz in a family-friendly atmosphere at the Wonderland of the Americas Amphitheatre.
    Fri., July 12, 19, 26, Aug., 2. Free.  
    San Antonio
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    Building Bridges Community Dialogue

    Hear from the members of the of the EquitySpace 2019 Summit planning committee as they discuss what to expect and how people can get involved.
    Fri., Aug. 2, 9am  
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    Colony Park Back to School Bash

    The superhero-themed festival will include a day of live music, free backpacks and school supplies, an exhibit fair, and raffle prizes. Bring the fam for free food, shaved ice, bouncy house, face-painting, balloon artists, and more. Superhero costumes welcome!
    Fri., Aug. 2, 5-7pm. Free.  
    Turner Roberts Recreation Center, 7201 Colony Loop Dr.
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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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    H Mart Karaoke Night

    Belt out some tunes while enjoying special drink specials to boot. Bonus: Anyone who sings a K-Pop song will receive a prize.
    Fri., Aug. 2, 8pm
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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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    Nightlife & Parties

    Lazydaze After Dark Freaky Friday Edition

    Head to Lazydaze for an Amsterdam-cafe-style party with DJ Menace, drink specials, food, and all your CBD needs.
    Fridays through Sept. 27, 8pm-12mid. Free.
    Lazydaze Downtown, 607 San Jacinto
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    Murder Walk Austin

    This true-crime walking tour takes you on the morbid journey of America's first serial killer, "The Midnight Assassin" (aka "Servant Girl Annihilator"), who terrorized Austin in 1885. The walk covers two miles of historic Austin at a leisurely pace, plus a drink stop at the Driskill Hotel.
    Through Nov. 30. Fridays & Saturdays, 8pm. $40 (ages 13+ only).  
    Departs from intersection of Bowie & W. Sixth
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    Night Hike at Los Madrones

    Come and see what sounds, creatures, and stars emerge at night at this private ranch. Participants should bring hiking shoes, water, and a flashlight.
    Fri., Aug. 2, 8-10pm. Members, free; nonmembers, $15.  
    Los Madrones, 19300 Hamilton Pool Rd., Dripping Springs
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    Sports

    Pound: Rockout. Workout

    Full-body cardio workout session inspired by playing the drums.
    May 31-Aug. 16. Fridays, 1-1:45pm. $5-25.  
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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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    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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    Kids

    Summer Playgroups: East Communities

    Enjoy a tumbling station, imagination station, puzzle station, and more. Open to families with children ages 1-6.
    Fri., Aug. 2, 10am-noon. $5, nonmembers; $3, YMCA members.  
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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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    Wood Reclamation

    For anyone looking for larger pieces of wood for art or milling purposes. Community members must sign on-site liability waivers and are responsible for all loading and hauling of wood, though park staff can cut logs down to size as needed.
    Fri., Aug. 2, 9am-3pm  
    PARD Wood Reclamation Yard, 2405 Stratford Dr.
Ongoing
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    Sports

    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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