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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
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Long 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-6pm
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Tales on the Trail

Meet at the Meredith Heritage Tree Deck for a leisurely guided tour exploring the community history and natural features shaping the landscape of Waterloo Park. Tours begin at 10am; come early for breakfast bites and brunch cocktails.

Sun., July 17, 9:30-11am
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Waterloo Park
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Goat Yoga & Margs

A certified yoga instructor will lead the class as baby goats bounce around and help with poses and get snuggles, then enjoy a drink and delish Tex-Mex.

Sun., July 17, 9am. $35-45.
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Trudy's Del Mar, 1600 S. Congress
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MMMF Benefit Concert & Jam-a-Thon

The Music Moves Mountains Foundation goes all out for its 10th anniversary, with a star-studded music lineup, silent auction, interactive music and art stations, raffles, and more. Funds raised will go to a scholarship fund in honor of longtime supporter Scotty Mescal and MMMF's music therapy and outreach programs.

Sun., July 17, 3-10pm. $20 suggested donation.
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The Far Out Lounge & Stage

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Art in Public Places Applications Welcome

The city seeks Texas-based artists to beautify public spaces, with commissions ranging from $43,000 to $625,000.

Deadline: Thu., Aug. 4
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Austin Flea

Shop local handmade and vintage vendors.

Third Sundays, 9am-2pm
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Radio Coffee & Beer
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Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series

Summer sessions will take Humane Heroes on an epic adventure to learn what it means to care for a pet of their own and explore ways to help animals in need. The beloved Teddy Bear surgery is back for two sessions, and an outdoor movie night screens June 23. It all culminates in graduation Aug. 3.

June 7-Aug. 3. Free.
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Austin Humane Society
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Ballet Austin Online Fitness Classes

Choose from a variety of movement classes offered via livestream.

Sat., April 4
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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.
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4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot)
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Bend & Brew

Flow Yoga and Slackers Brewing Co. team up to bring you the best of both worlds, with a free brew (coffee or beer) after the flow.

July 3, 17 & 31, 10am. $20.
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Slackers Brewing, 12233 RR 620 N
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Bottoms Up! Drag Brunch & Market

An unforgettable Sunday Funday with Wanderlust's self-pour wine and bottomless mimosas, Eastside Pop Up's artisan market, and the Bottoms Up! drag brunch with Cheeki & Scarlett. Pet-friendly & all-ages.

Sun., July 17, noon-4pm. Free.
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Wanderlust Wine Co.
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Comicpalooza

Leave the comic books at home and enjoy the cosplay, shopping, entertainment, and meeting celebrities like Alice Cooper and Kyle MacLachlan.

Fri.-Sun., July 15-17
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Houston
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Donate Blood, Get Movie Tickets

We Are Blood teams up with Alamo Drafthouse to reward blood and platelet donors with a voucher for a free movie ticket. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.

July 16-31
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We Are Blood donor centers & mobile drives
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Drop In & Create

The Contemporary brings out special art activities so the whole family can dig into the art, ideas, and materials seen in the exhibits.

Sun., Oct. 16 & 23, 1-3pm
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The Contemporary Austin at the Jones Center
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Drop-in Hip Hop Classes for Adults

Beginner to advanced dancers welcome to drop in for a great workout set to hip-hop and pop music.

Sundays, 12:30pm. $5-26.
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Ballet Austin
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End of Isolation Tour: The Box

An immersive theatre experience exposing the humanity and horror of solitary confinement, written by a survivor and presented by the Pulitzer Center, ending with an engagement circle discussing transformative justice.

Fri.-Sun., July 15-17, 7:30pm
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Holy Cross Catholic Church
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Fall Art Classes

Art Garage is now registering students for eight- to 12-week classes this fall, which allow your kiddos ages 4-16 to explore several art mediums with certified art educators at afterschool and home school sessions.

Classes begin Sept. 12. $350-550.
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Art Garage Oak Hill
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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.
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Online via Zoom
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Friday Friday ATX at Pinthouse Brewing

Frida Friday brings the domingo vibes you need this summer, with a DJ triforce: Chorizo Funk, Manolo Black, and El Guambito. Plus 17 of their finest vendors and Pinthouse brews and chews.

Sun., July 17, noon-4pm

Pinthouse Brewing
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Gore Noir Anniversary

Celebrate Gore Noir Magazine's 11th anniversary with live bands, free donuts, vendors, and a spooky good time! Plus, it's your first chance to pick up their newest VHS magazine issues.

Sun., July 17, 9pm
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Kick Butt Coffee
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Hearth & Soul Sunday Mimosas

Drink mimosas and shop new arrivals in homewares, accessories, and clothing all summer.

Sundays, noon-5pm. Free.
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Hearth & Soul, 2727 Exposition
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Honey Harvest Party

Two Hives Honey will be on-site with free, fam-friendly activities to learn about bees, and will offer a hands-on honey harvesting demo class for those who want to go in-depth and go home with a jar of the best honey in Texas.

Sun., July 17, noon-4pm. Free; $25 for harvest workshop.
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Roughhouse Brewing
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Laredo International Sister Cities Festival

The arena becomes an indoor mercado featuring artisans from Mexico selling a variety of products from leather goods, home decor, jewelry, clothing, and delicious food.

Fri.-Sun., July 15-17. Free.
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Laredo
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Live Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing

Quarter horse and thoroughbred races with a post time of 1pm are a highlight at the county fair.

Sat.-Sun., Aug. 27-28. $10.
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Fredericksburg
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MoveOutATX

The city seeks volunteers for its event that collects gently used items from UT-Austin students during move-out season to divert items from the landfill. New this year is a Free Furniture Market (4901 Guadalupe), where Austinites can pick up completely gratis furniture (2:30-7pm each day). Sign up to volunteer and get plenty of perks from area businesses.

July 28-31, 11am-6pm
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West Campus
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Other Worlds Screenplay Contest

Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).

Final deadline: Aug. 20
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Partner Thai Yoga Body Work Workshop

Come with a partner or meet someone new at a workshop exploring deep connection beyond the physical body.

Sun., July 17, 2pm. $25-40 donation.
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Flow Yoga, 4477 S. Lamar
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Pours for Pets

Support Austin Pets Alive! and stay cool this summer by purr-chasing a passport that gets you a free drink at a variety of locations offering beer, wine, coffee, and more. Buy online and pick up your passport at any of the APA! thrift stores.

Through July 31. $45.
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5801 Burnet Rd.; 1409 W. Oltorf; 5102 Clarkson
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Reuse on the Runway Applications Welcome

Austin Creative Reuse is putting on its second fashion show on Nov. 4 with looks made from upcycled materials, and seeks volunteers and designers. If you've got a creative fashion idea or a skill to contribute such as makeup artistry, set design, or modeling, apply now to get involved.

Deadline: Sun., July 31. Free.
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Out of Town

Round Top Music Festival

More than 80 young artists present orchestra, chamber, and solo work with concerts on Saturdays over six weeks. Weekday rehearsals in the concert hall are free and open to the public.

June 5-July 17
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Round Top
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Splash Dance! With Erica Nix

Shake it up in your swimsuit every Sunday with Erica Nix's poolside aerobics.

Sundays, 10-11am. Through Sept. 25. RSVP, $20.

Austin Motel
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Teen Doula Training

A three-day training to support teens as they make informed and evidence-based choices for their reproductive health.

June 10-12; July 15-17. Free.
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DTI HQ, 916 Springdale, Bldg. 4 #109
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Volunteer With TCDP

With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.

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