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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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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-6pmBookSpring
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CraftHER Market Week
For nine days, you’ll be able to shop online from more than 90+ businesses across Texas who have been impacted by COVID-19. On top of that, participate in daily digital workshops and panel events as well as two weekends of craftHER curbside, where you can pick up curated small business guides, boxes, meals, and cocktails from the craftHER Market team.Oct. 3-11Online and various locations -
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Dazed and Confused Virtual Reunion
Wooderson, O'Bannion, Darla, Mitch, et al. are gathering for a 27-year reunion to benefit Voto Latino Foundation and March for Science. Donating gets you access to a live virtual table read of the film and a Q&A moderated by Patton Oswalt, which sounds like a can't-miss event that happens to be for a great cause.Sun., Oct. 11, 6:30pm -
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Final Call for RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants
This program through the city of Austin provides full rent payment for income-eligible renters financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the details on their FAQ and apply online.Applications due Tue., Dec. 8, noon -
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Shock the Vote ATX Online Auction
Shock the Vote ATX is all about community engagement, with 80 cents of every dollar of profit going directly to featured local nonprofit orgs. And this auction is a chance to score some very cool items including an abundant selection of art by Tim Doyle, Devin Lawson, and others; autographed albums; a priceless Robert Plant signed and framed print – and so much more. You don't want to miss this one!Through Nov. 8, 8pm -
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We Are Blood X Austin Humane Society
We Are Blood partnered with Austin Humane Society in a win/win program for blood donors. This weekend, anyone who donates blood at a WRB donor center or mobile drive will get a digital discount code for 25% off a single pet adoption fee from AHS, redeemable for adoption through Oct. 18. Appointments are mandatory, so schedule one online or by calling 512/206-1266.Oct. 9-11We Are Blood
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Absolute Beginning Tap Dance Workshop for Adults
Tap is a great workout for the mind and body, and the perfect dance style to pick up as an adult. Ballet Austin's fun four-week workshop is the perfect way to get started so you can learn something new and fulfill a dream.Mondays, Oct. 26-Nov. 16, 2:45-3:45pm. $85 for four weeks. -
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Austin Free-Net Fundraiser
Austin Free-Net brings computer literacy classes to older and less tech-savvy Austinites, maintains a community computer lab, and leads workforce readiness programs in partnership with Austin Community College. The nonprofit was selected as one of 39 Texas-based nonprofits eligible for matching donations from the A Community Thrives 2020 fundraising challenge, and you can help them reach their $6,000 goal with a donation by Oct. 16.Through Fri., Oct. 16Online -
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Austin Scavenger Hunt
Explore Downtown in search of storied buildings, green spaces, and famous concert venues, all while solving riddles, trivia questions, and completing photo challenges. Now available: "Roam From Home," with family and date night scavenger hunt activities you can do without leaving the house.Anytime. $12.99-24.99.Online and at home -
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Austin Self-Guided Hemp Tour
Learn more about hemp while social distancing. Visit all seven retail locations for special discounts, education, and free swag.Through Oct. 22. Free.Citywide -
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Bethany Lutheran Pumpkin Patch 2020
Pumpkin season has arrived! Get your gourds here, and don't forget to wear your mask.Through Oct. 30. Mon.-Fri., noon-7pm; Sat.-Sun., 10am-6pm -
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Canyon Lake Gorge Tours
In the summer of 2002, for the first time floodwaters rushed over the spillway carving a geological wonder exposing dinosaur tracks, creating waterfalls, and carving a new lagoon now a part of a three-hour tour.Ongoing. $10.Canyon Lake -
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City of Austin "How to Help" Portal
Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.OngoingOnline -
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Flight of the Bats
The bats have returned to the 350-foot-deep cavern three hours from Austin. Evening tours of the bat emergence have begun with social distancing. Reservations required.Wed.-Sun., through Oct. 31, 7:30pm. $6-14.Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area, Rocksprings -
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Happy Fall Y'all
Fall is beautiful in Texas, and Natural Bridge Caverns offers a gorgeous outdoor setting to enjoy the season, with daily attractions and special weekend events from live music to animal shows. Check out the Trail of Treats the last two weekends of October, which features special Halloween events for little ones.Weekends through Nov. 1 -
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HSEM Calendar Contest
The city's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management invites Travis County students in second through fifth grades to submit artwork for the first Emergency Preparedness Calendar. Themes include family emergency preparedness actions, Central Texas severe weather conditions, and man-made disasters.Deadline: Oct. 18Online -
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Keep Austin Weird’s 5.12K Run to Brunch
Keep Austin Weird with scenic run courses throughout the city, unique restaurants, and local entertainment. Presented by Karbach Brewing Co. in partnership with Southern Smoke Foundation to help raise money and awareness for their Austin Relief Fund, helping people in the local food and beverage industry impacted by COVID-19.Sept. 20-Oct. 18. $45.Virtual -
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Kendra Scott X She Plays We Win: International Day of the Girl
Celebrate International Day of the Girl with Kendra Scott and Christin Rose, photographer and founder of She Plays We Win. They've teamed up to give back to the Women's Sports Foundation and its mission to create leaders by providing girls access to sports, and 20% of your purchase goes to the org. Plus there's a meet & greet with Rose at the flagship store on South Congress from 1-3pm including frosé and treats on the patio.Sun., Oct. 11, noon-5pmAll Kendra Scott Austin locations -
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Kerrville Folk Festival Virtual Concerts
We can’t gather around the campfires this year, so the next best thing is the special concerts from afar by KFF regulars on your electronic devices.Sat.-Sun., Oct. 10-11 & 17-18. Free, but donations appreciated.Online -
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Lend a Hand ATX
Lend a Hand ATX, created by Austin Tech Alliance, is a platform to help skilled tech volunteers and those in need make critical community connections during the COVID-19 crisis. Create an account, make an offer or request, and find a match!April 24-Dec. 15Online -
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Nourishing Flow Yoga With Sarah
A gentle vinyasa class that explores foundational poses, breath work, and intuitive movement. This class is accessible to beginners, but all levels are welcome.Sundays, 1:30-2:30pm. Suggested $10 donation.Online via Zoom -
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Pig Week 2020
OK, so Pig Week is actually seven weeks, during which Central Texas Pig Rescue's compassionate small-business friends will be offering specials, with proceeds going to the CTPR Expansion Project. Check the calendar, follow CTPR's social media, and sign up for the newsletter to get reminders and updates. Then, simply indulge in your local faves like Rebel Cheese, Plow Burger, Bouldin Creek Cafe, and more, and share on Instagram by tagging @centraltexaspigrescue and the business' account using #pigweek2020 to be entered into raffles. It's an excellent way to "swine and dine," if you will, for a great cause.Through Oct. 31 -
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Suffrage Now: A 19th Amendment Centennial Exhibition
Contemporary Texas women photographers share photos commenting on the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.Aug. 6-Jan. 31Online -
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Texas Renaissance Festival
Wear your face covering to win prizes while watching the jousting, playing games, and buying food from Merry Olde England.Sat., Oct. 3-Sun., Nov. 29Todd Mission -
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The Escape Game Remote Adventures
Play the Escape Game’s newest game, "Ruins: Forbidden Treasure," from anywhere in the world using Zoom. Control an avatar wearing a live feed camera, search 360° images of the room, and use items in your online dashboard to progress through the game. An expert game guide will be there to help along the way, just like the typical escape room. Assemble a team of friends, family, or co-workers, and see if you can escape within an hour!May 5-Dec. 20. $25/person.Online -
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University of Texas Women's Golf
Betsy Rawls Invitational; tune in via the Longhorn Network.Sat.-Sun., Oct. 10-11 -
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Vino Vinyasa at Fall Creek Vineyards
A socially distanced outdoor class that brings together yoga and fun wine facts, ending with snacks and a wine tasting.Sun., Oct. 11, 1pm. $30. -
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Virtual DIY: Make a Mini Terrarium
Terrariums make for a beautiful mini environment you’ll love to watch grow day after day, and Articulture will provide all the materials and teach you how to create your own from home.Sun., Oct. 11, 1pm. $60.Virtual -
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Walk to End Epilepsy
This year's walk is a virtual walk week filled with activities, culminating in an awards ceremony at 10am Sat., Oct. 17.Sun.-Sat., Oct. 11-17. $15.Virtual
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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.
