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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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Mighty Texas Dog Walk
The Doggiest Day in Austin features a milelong promenade, giveaways, a "We Are Family" costume contest, a chance to color in the "World's Biggest Coloring Book," Grand Marshal Kaxan's book launch, and tons more furry fun to benefit Service Dogs Inc.Sun., Nov. 13, 9am-1pm. $30 per dog prior to event; $40 per dog on day of event. -
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Creek Show
Immerse yourself in Waterloo Greenway’s annual display of illuminated art created by teams of visionary local artists, landscape architects, and designers, plus free entertainment and family-friendly programming.Through Nov. 20 -
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Wurstfest
Join the biggest salute in Texas to German culture and sausage with plenty of food, dancing, and carnival rides.Fri.-Sun., Nov. 4-13New Braunfels -
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"CUTE AF" Handcrafted + Vintage Market
Get your shop on at the cutest rainbow house in Austin with Eastside Pop Up's array of fab local artisans, makers, and vintage collectors. Book studio appointments for special services to treat yourself, and enjoy plant-based brunch, lovely libations, and killer coffee from Buss Mill and BrunchBird. A portion of vendor fees will go to Out Youth.Sun., Nov. 13, 11am-3pm. Free. -
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"Tangible/Nothing"
In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.Through July 30, 2023Ruby City, San Antonio -
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"Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"
This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free. -
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Austin Flea
Three chances to catch the vendor market this weekend: Saturday at Friends & Allies (noon-5pm) and Captain Quack's (10am-4pm), then at Jester King Sunday (11am-4pm).Sat., Nov. 12Friends & Allies Brewing, 979 Springdale; Captain Quack's, 5326 Menchaca Rd.; Jester King Brewery, 13187 Fitzhugh -
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Barton Creek Farmers Market
A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot) -
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Casa Marianella Seeks Assistance
The nonprofit providing shelter and resources to asylum seekers needs volunteers for all kinds of tasks, including driving, sorting donations, and translating, and accepts donations daily 8am-6pm; see wish list for items needed.Ongoing -
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Community Art Sunday
A free, interactive community gathering with art activations, music, free food and drink, much more, featuring the UpFront Gallery exhibit "Home Sweet Home."Sun., Nov. 13, 2-5pm -
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Community Fitness Classes
For the fitness-curious and those on a budget, Castle Hill offers a wide selection of discounted classes throughout the week – just look for the "Community" name in the title.Ongoing. $15 for one class, $100 for 10. -
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Community Hours at Thinkery
Thinkery provides admission by donation as part of its Open Door Initiative, created to give every child a chance to explore STEAM concepts and develop a lifelong love of learning, regardless of means.Sundays, 3-5pm; Tuesdays, 3-7pm -
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Creative Action Homecoming 2022
Join Creative Action for an unforgettable weekend that includes the opening of the org's UpFront Gallery as part of Austin’s Studio Tour & Market, a captivating film experience featuring their very own NextGen, a bike tour of our murals throughout Austin, and the return of the beloved Community Art Sunday.Nov. 11-13. Free. -
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Dive In With Texas Artisan Markets
Bring your family, friends, and doggos to support local artisans and enjoy inventive cocktails, globally inspired food, and live music.Second Sundays, noon-5pm. Free. -
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Dive In With Texas Artisan Markets
Start your holiday shopping at a market full of local art and wares from fine artisans, creatives, and makers.Sun., Nov. 13, noon-5pm. Free. -
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Donate to Hands for Hope
Donate now to help nonprofit El Buen Samaritano meet its $450,000 goal, which goes toward holiday meal kits, a food pantry, baby formula, services, and other assistance for Central Texans in need.Ongoing -
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Drag Queen Storytime
Queer-owned businesses Garden Seventeen and the Little Gay Shop team up for a storytime with Tequila Rose. Chairs will be available but bring blankies or pillows if you like.Sun., Nov. 13, 10am-noon. Free.Garden Seventeen, 604 Williams -
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Drawing & Painting Classes for Kids
Calling all mini Monets! Registration is now open for afterschool and weekend art classes with professional artist and educator Amanda Jones, teaching students ages 8-18. Professional illustrator Carly Dennis also offers a special weekly class for younger artists.Ongoing. $122.50-160 monthly.607 W. St Johns #10 -
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Dungeons & Dragons Night
Pinballz offers themed rooms, tavern music, an interactive drink menu, and more to help immerse you in the campaign experience.Sundays, 6pm-close -
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Electrify Expo
Nearly a million square feet of space to ride, drive, and demo the world's best electric cars, e-motorcycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards, and more.Sat.-Sun., Nov. 12-13, 10am-5pm. $20; kids under 5, free. -
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Fill a Thanksgiving Table
Central Texas Food Bank always welcomes donations, but now is a great time to chip in because thanks to community partners at the Beaumont Foundation, every dollar donated is doubled up to $100,000. They've even got an online shopping cart you can fill with cranberry sauce, yams, corn, and other goodies to be donated, because shopping online is always fun.Ongoing -
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Free Fitness Classes
Stronger Austin, powered by It’s Time Texas, offers a variety of free fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba.Ongoing. Free.Online via Zoom -
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
There’ll be all genres of books for all kinds of readers for sale by the shopping bag.Sat.-Sun., Nov. 12-13. Free.Bryan -
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Good Mornin', Dolly!
A family-friendly fundraising event presented by R and B Literacy offers storytime with celebs, photo ops, arts & crafts, and more to benefit Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.Sun., Nov. 13, 10:30am-1pm. Free. -
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Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit
More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023Houston -
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Grounded Yoga
Enjoy an outdoor yoga class on the plaza with Swift Fit Events. Mats, towels, and water provided.Sundays, 10am. Free. -
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Havenly Sheepskin Rodeo
Join Havenly for a fun-filled afternoon of music, drinks and prizes, wherein participants in the bull-riding contest can win sheepskin accent chairs from the Inside.Sun., Nov. 13, noon. Free, but RSVP. -
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Hill Country Galleria Ice Rink
Find it between the Bee Cave Public Library and the Hill Country Galleria lawn.Through Jan. 2. $15 to skate; reservations encouraged. -
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Historic Hyde Park Homes Tour
This year's theme is inspired by Dorothy Richter, who started the tour in 1975 and referred to the neighborhood as "a village within a city." Richter passed in 2020 and this is the first tour since then. Check in at the Baker Center to get a bracelet and booklet with the tour map, and visit the artist fair with paintings, jewelry, crafts, and live music.Sun., Nov. 13, 11am-5pm. $20 advance; $25 at the door; tickets on Eventbrite. -
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Hotel San José Courtyard Yoga
Danika Ervin leads a limbering outdoor class.Every other Sunday, Oct. 30-Dec. 11, 10am. Free, but RSVP. -
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Ignited Leadership Summit
Learn tools and strategies from industry leaders on wellness and leadership.Fri.-Sun., Nov. 11-13. $497.The Kollective, 200 Academy Dr. #100 -
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Imagining a World
Young writers will learn how explore and create written maps to the worlds they envision through prompts and open discussion in a workshop led by Austin Bat Cave for kids in grades 3-5.Sun., Nov. 13, 11am -
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Let's KICK Cancer Benefit Concert
Join to honor, remember, and celebrate those who have been impacted by cancer, including Jamsz Konnections' founder, who is celebrating 20 years of being cancer-free. The Voice contestant Jershika Maple headlines with support from Wendy Colonna and Stephen Jones.Sun., Nov. 13, 5-8pm. $35-100.Wilco WorkSpaces + Events, 1615 Scottsdale Dr. Ste. 200-A, Cedar Park -
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Looking Back, Dreaming Forward
Join an informational and interactive workshop on gender, sex, and identity led by Shane Whalley, reviewing the history of LGBTQ+ through the lens of Shane’s story and exploring dreams for an equitable future, including what steps we can take to get there. Questions and curiosity are welcome!Sun., Nov. 13, 3pm -
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Mozart's Holiday Light Show
What's already a great view on the lake becomes even better with a spectacular light show, complemented by hot cocoa and tasty treats.Through Jan. 6 -
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NFL Sunday Watch Party
Enjoy brunch from 10am to 3pm then $1 wings and $2 Tecates with NFL games on the big screens.Sundays, 10am-7pm -
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Other People: A Dating Experience/Comedy Show
Put your name in a bucket to go on a blind date in front of a live audience, then get dating advice from comedians who have no business giving out advice!Sundays, 6pm. $10. -
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Pilates Strengthen & Sculpt Mat Workout
A class focusing on all the Pilates mat workout principles to develop a strong inner core and tone, sculpt, and strengthen the muscles.Sept. 12-Dec. 19. $5-28. -
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Platelet Donors Urgently Needed
A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Nov. 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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Queer Indie Games Showcase
Part computer club, part homecoming, all gay: Games Y'all puts on a showcase of queer indie and experimental video games complementing MoHA and Future Front's vendor booths and drag performances.Nov. 12-13 & 19-20. Fri.-Sat., noon-6pm. Free; donations appreciated. -
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Santa Hands
Get handprints of your kiddos to make into ornaments and keepsakes that Art Garage will quickly fire and process for you, to be ready Nov. 26.Nov. 12-13. $25.Art Garage, 11190 Circle Dr. -
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Scottish Gathering and Highland Games
Join the men in skirts for a weekend of all things Scottish from Celtic food and dancing to bagpipes and athletics.Fri.-Sun., Nov. 11-13Salado -
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Sunday Funday: Survey Like Stephen F. Austin
Learn the basics of land surveying with Math Happens, who'll explain the trade that made the city's namesake and many other early Texans prominent and wealthy men. You'll see the power of geometry and trigonometry used to measure and "tame" land. Drop in anytime to join!Sun., Nov. 13, 11am-2pm. Free. -
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Texas Renaissance Festival
With 55 acres of shows, shops, food, and fun, this is the largest Renaissance festival in the country and the biggest weekend party in Texas.Sat.-Sun., Oct. 8-Nov. 27Todd Mission -
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The Annual Great Pumpkin Haul
Pumpkins are the fave fall food for the residents of Central Texas Pig Rescue. If you've got a hoard of gourds, check CTPR's website for a list of places to donate and guidelines for what is pleasing to the pigs' palates. They could also use some extra hands to transport all the donations.Through Dec. 17Various locations -
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The Black Fund Now Accepting Applications
The Austin Community Foundation has opened a request for proposals for the Black Fund, which will award 16 grants totaling $340,000 in first round of funding to "unleash the power of Black-led organizations and uplift solutions to benefit the Black community in Central Texas." Get details and apply online.Deadline: Nov. 18 -
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The Creek Open Mic
See comedians try out their newest material, and if you'd like to sign up, send your full name to creekandcaveopenmic@gmail.com.Sundays, 8pm. Free with RSVP; $5 at the door. -
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The Front Market Fall Season
The Front Market showcases women and LGBTQ+ creatives, designers, makers and artists from the Texas South, and they'll have new lineups each weekend.Fri.-Sat., Nov. 12-13, 18-19, and 25-26; Sat.-Sun., Dec. 3-4; open 11am-5pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Trains at NorthPark
Presented by Bank of Texas, this 35-year holiday family tradition has become a favorite for generations of Dallasites and includes 1,600 feet of track rolling from coast to coast on a whimsical rail journey across America. All ticket proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House of Dallas.Nov. 12-Jan. 6. Mon.-Sat., 10am-8pm; Sun., noon-6pm; hours vary for holidays. $5-10.NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expressway, Dallas -
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Volunteer With Meals on Wheels Central Texas
The season of giving is a great time to get involved with Meals on Wheels, and donating just an hour a week makes a huge difference to the homebound older adults served by the org. Volunteers deliver more than a meal; they also bring warm smiles and much-needed safety checks. Apply online and get signed up for a Zoom training to get started.OngoingApply online -
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Volunteer With Operation Turkey
Nonprofit Operation Turkey serves hearty Thanksgiving meals to folks who otherwise wouldn't get one. On Thanksgiving eve they'll be smoking hundreds of turkeys and accepting care package donations, then on Thanksgiving they'll deliver the meals and donations to homeless or less fortunate Austinites. Any kind of help is appreciated, so sign up now or donate online.Turkey Tailgate: Wed., Nov. 23, 6-8pm. Operation Turkey: Thu., Nov. 24, 8am-noon -
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WIC Mobile Unit
Resources and info about Austin Public Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program for qualifying pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.Check online for current schedule. Free.Various locations
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