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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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    Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids' Series

    Running most Tuesdays (and a few Saturdays & Thursdays), this series aims to inspire kids to learn more and help them find ways to give back for animals in need. Rotating events include storytime, art workshops, wildlife rescue, teddy bear surgery, and outdoor movie nights.
    Through Aug. 13. Free.  
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    Astronomy on Tap

    Local smart people come together to ponder the stars and drink beer. Topics covered will include the formation and evolution of binary star systems and stories on infrared and radio astronomy.
    Tue., July 16, 7:30-10:30pm  
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    Civic Events

    BizAid Business Orientation

    An overview of how to open a small business – or how to reevaluate an existing one during growth.
    Tue., July 16, 9-10:30am. Free.  
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    Brown State of Mind University

    BSOM University offers a six-course roster of classes centered around cultural contributions of minority groups in America and around the world, from poetry in the Middle East to counterculture America and the Vietnam War. The instructors include local artists, business owners, cultural archivists, and one UT staff affiliate.
    June 5-Aug. 8. Mon.-Thu., 6:30 & 8pm. Free, but donations welcome.  
    The Commune, 101 E. North Loop; Vesper, 3106 E. 14th 1/2; Austin Visitor Center, 602 E. Fourth
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    Funding Health Care in Travis County

    Join Central Health for a conversation over Twitter about building a healthier community through your tax dollars. Make sure to use the hashtag #CHealthChats.
    Tue., July 16, 7pm
    Twitter
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    Hatchling Release

    Baby sea turtles are released in batches, with late June and early July being the busiest. The turtles decide when they want to break from their shells and dash into the surf.
    June 1-July 18. Free.  
    Padre Island National Seashore, Corpus Christi
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    Make It Tuesdays

    Families with kids from toddlers to tweens are invited to create, invent, and make things happen at these guided experiences for the whole family.
    Through Aug. 6. Tuesdays, 10am-noon. Free with museum admission.  
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    Moon Party

    A celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, featuring a mobile planetarium, speakers, and a guided observation of the night sky.
    Tue., July 16, 6-10pm. Free.  
    Austin Community College Round Rock Campus, 4400 College Park Dr., Round Rock
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    National Disability Voter Registration Week Kickoff

    Kick off National Disability Voter Registration Week with this volunteer deputy registrar training so you can help get folks eligible to vote. RSVP via email or phone.
    Tue., July 16, 10am-noon. Free.
    Disability Rights Texas, 2222 W. Braker
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    Sports

    Pink Pilates

    Pink Pilates is a postoperative exercise and rehabilitative program for women recovering from breast cancer.
    June 4-Aug. 6. Tuesdays, 1-1:40pm. Free.  
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    Round Rock Express

    Whole lotta promotions: Space Night (July 12); 90s Night (July 13); Round Rock Chupacabras Game (July 14); and Breathless Campaign Night (July 15).
    Vs. Iowa Cubs: Thu.-Fri., July 11-12, 7:05pm, Sat.-Sun., July 13-14, 6:05pm. Vs. Memphis Redbirds: Mon.-Wed., July 15-17, 7:05pm  
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    The Trivia Factory at Fareground

    Gather your smartest friends for a night of live hosted trivia. Gift cards awarded to top teams at the end of the night!
    Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Free.  
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    We Are Blood: Alamo Drafthouse Tickets

    Donate some sangre and leave with an Alamo Drafthouse movie pass.
    Through July 31. Free.  
    Any We Are Blood Austin-area donor center or mobile drive
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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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