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    "Les Diners de Gala" by Salvador Dalí

    The Spanish surrealist painter illustrated the cookbook Gala’s Dinners in 1973 that included 136 recipes by French chefs. This traveling exhibit features 12 lithographs that were released in conjunction with the book and are some of his most unique experimental prints.
    Jan. 15-March 27. Free.  
    Noël Art Museum, San Angelo
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    Absolute Beginning Pilates Reformer Workshop

    Get started with Pilates and the Pilates Reformer equipment in a six-week crash course.
    March 5-April 9. Saturdays, 2pm. $155.  
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    AHS Car Raffle

    The Austin Humane Society and Roger Beasley Mazda are teaming up to celebrate two major milestones with their annual raffle: AHS will celebrate its 70th anniversary, and RBM will celebrate its 50th anniversary, so they’re “Wheelin’ in the Years” and raffling off a beautiful Mazda 2021 MX-5 Miata Grand Touring convertible. Each ticket purchase provides one night of safe and warm shelter, nutritious food, quality medical care, and lots of love for a cat or dog who is waiting to find a home. Raffle ticket purchases must be made by a Texas resident over 18.
    Drawing held Sat., April 9, noon. $20 each or three for $50.  
    Buy online
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    Alamo Austin Air's Community Canine Contest

    Alamo Austin Air Conditioning & Heating is raising awareness about animals in need with a special contest. All you have to do is vote online for your favorite shelter, and everyone wins something. The contestants are PAWS Shelter, Austin Pets Alive!, and Austin Humane Society. You can vote once a day.
    Feb. 15-March 31. Free.  
    Vote online
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    All-Ages Virtual Storytime

    Featuring stories, songs, finger plays, rhymes, and other extension activities. Registration required.
    Saturdays, 10:30am  
    Virtual
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    BuzzFest 2022

    A unique fest that mixes music and techno-art into one immersive after-dark light and sound experience.
    March 3-5, 6-10pm. Free.  
    Bee Cave
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    Concordia Men's Tennis

    Vs. East Texas Baptist.
    Sat., March 5, 2pm  
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    Concordia Softball

    Vs. UT-Dallas. Friday, March 4, 4pm (doubleheader); Sat., March 5, noon. Vs. Coastal Bend College. Tue., March 8, 3pm (doubleheader). Vs. Midland College. Wed., March 9, 3:30pm (doubleheader)  
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    Concordia Women's Tennis

    Vs. East Texas Baptist.
    Sat., March 5, 2pm  
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    Dallas Blues Festival

    This is a rare opportunity to see Jeter Jones, Ronnie Bell, Pokey Bear, and other legends in one sitting.
    Sat., March 5, 7pm  
    Grand Prairie
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    Civic Events

    Desperately Seeking Lifeguards

    Maybe not desperately yet, but last year's shortage of lifeguards led to some limited hours and pool closures. To ensure summer fun for everyone, the city's Aquatic Division is hiring hundreds of lifeguards for its many pools, with positions starting at $15/hour and with ongoing training opportunities, including over spring break. Lifeguards must be 15 or older, and the city points out it can be a great start for a career in safety and public service. The city also recently announced a $500 bonus for those who complete the summer.
    Apply online
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    Donate Blood, Get a Thunderbird Bar

    Get a tasty and healthy snack from Thunderbird Food Bars when you donate at We Are Blood. Make an appointment online or by calling 512/206-1266.
    Through March 13. Free.  
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
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    Kids

    Dreamland Kids' Day

    A day of fun for kids to enjoy activities like like face painting, a balloon artist, rock painting, and a fun new bouncy house. Kids with a November birthday get free activities.
    Sat., Nov. 5, 10am-1pm. Free entry; activity tickets $1 or 15 for $12.  
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    East Austin Survival to Recovery Al Anon Family Group

    A group for anyone worried about someone with a drinking problem. Find the entrance on East 12th Street, upstairs.
    Saturdays, 3pm. Free.
    1818 E. 12th
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    Escape the Box

    Explore the hidden side of Austin with Escape the Box's time-travel-themed escape game and scavenger hunt adventure, which starts with a live intro and sends your group off to explore using a box full of clues and guides, including a playlist, photo challenges, a cipher wheel, map, and more. Call 512/779-9844 to book.
    Saturdays, 1:30pm. $15-35/person.  
    Locations vary
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    Every Dog Is Lovable

    Local pet photogs Dog Days host a campaign to raise funds for nonprofit Hound Rescue, wherein pet parents submit a pic and story of their doggos, and the public votes for their faves. Qualifying dogs get a professional photo shoot and are featured in an upcoming coffeetable book, and prizes are given out biweekly to dogs with the most points.
    Voting open through March 19. $10 donation to enter, $1 per vote.  
    Online
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    Fort Clark Day

    Visit the military installation that was used for 100 years and appeared in a couple of movies for a history lesson along with food and arts & crafts vendors.
    Sat., March 5  
    Bracketville
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    Future Front Community Meet-Up

    Women and LGBTQ+ creatives, leaders, and founders of all kinds are invited to meet for coffee, conversation, and inspiring community stories.
    Sat., March 5, 11am-1pm. $10; free for members.  
    Canopy, 916 Springdale
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    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus

    A family-friendly three-ring circus including attractions like the human cannonball, aerial artists, clowns, jugglers, and something called the Wheel of Death. The kids' fun zone has animal rides, a bounce house, face painting, and more.
    Through Sun., March 6  
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    Great Texas River Cleanup

    Meet at the park to help clean the trails. Volunteers will be provided gloves, bags, breakfast, lunch, and a T-shirt.
    Sat., March 5, 8:30am-noon. Free.  
    Waterleaf Park, 628 Abundance Ln., Kyle
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    Grounded by Fareground: Free Run Club

    Swift Fit Events powers a free Downtown walk-or-run 5K open to all levels, with towels and water provided.
    Saturdays, 10:15am. Free.  
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    GumboFest

    Laissez les bons temps rouler with specialty cocktails, king cake, and a gumbo cook-off. Plus a second line procession, and Eastside Pop-Up brings a market full of local vendors and makers. Email [email protected] if you're interested in competing in the gumbo cook-off. NOTE: Event originally scheduled for Feb. 26 is postponed to March 5 due to inclement weather.
    Sat., March 5, 2-6pm. Free.  
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    Helen Lee Estate Daffodil Gardens

    Every year Mrs. Lee’s 816-acre tract becomes covered in blooming gold daffodils along a 4-mile trail.
    Mid-February through March. By donation.  
    Gladewater
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    Huston-Tillotson Baseball

    Vs. Jarvis Christian College (doubleheader on Saturday).
    Sat., March 5, 1pm  
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    Negley 5K/3K/1K

    A fundraiser for the PTA as part of the Plum Creek Challenge.
    Sat., March 5, 8am. $15.  
    Negley Elementary, 5940 McNaughton, Kyle
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    Night Golf

    A nighttime shotgun-style nine-hole round made more fun and challenging with glow-in-the-dark balls.
    Thu.-Sat., 6-9:30pm. $20.  
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    Out of Town

    No Stone Unturned: A Lifetime of Archaeology

    Ben McReynolds has donated his extensive and unique collection to the museum. It will be on view for a year along with the permanent collection that includes artifacts from La Belle, the French ship discovered in Matagorda Bay; the story of ranching on the coast; and more than 13,000 years of Texas history.
    April 23, 2021-April 30, 2022. Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm  
    Museum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria
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    North Texas Irish Festival

    The largest gathering of the clans in Texas offers something for everybody, even the non-Irish, with lots of Celtic music, food, games, demonstrations, and fun.
    Fri.-Sun., March 4-6  
    Dallas
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    Oysterfest

    It’s time for the local volunteer fire department to celebrate the freshest oysters on the Gulf Coast with a weekend of fun.
    Thu.-Sun., March 3-6  
    Fulton
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    Civic Events

    Palm District Planning Feedback

    The city is seeking community feedback on its plans for the Palm District, a dynamic area on the eastern edge of Downtown with important cultural history for the Mexican American community. A virtual open house will be held March 9, and Austinites can also explore the plans online and provide feedback via SpeakUp Austin, by email at [email protected], by phone at 311, or by mail to Attn: Palm District Plan, City of Austin Housing and Planning Department, P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767.
    Ongoing; open house Wed., March 9, 6-7pm  
    Online
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    Science Specialist: Adult Program Series

    Please join ANSC and landscape architect Rachel Raise to learn about pollinator-conscious gardening practices.
    Sat., March 5, 1:30pm. Free.  
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    Southwestern University Baseball

    Vs. Susquehanna. March 4-6. Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., 2pm; Sun., 11am. Vs. DeSales. Mon., March 7, 6pm  
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    Southwestern University Men's Lacrosse

    Vs. Piedmont. Thu., March 3, 7pm. Vs. Calvin. Sat., March 5, 1pm  
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    Spring Reuse Market Days

    Stop by the outdoor market to shop unique handmade items from 50+ local artists, makers, and creatives who focus on reusing materials.
    Sat.-Sun., March 5-6, 10am-4pm  
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    St. Edward's University Baseball

    Vs. UAFS. Fri., March 4, 1pm. Sat, March 5, noon (doubleheader). Sun., March 6, 1pm  
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    St. Edward's University Softball

    Vs. Texas A&M-Kingsville. Fri., March 4, noon (doubleheader); Sat., March 5, noon. Vs. Texas A&M International. Sun., March 6, noon (doubleheader).  
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    Sunshine Community Gardens Annual Benefit Plant Sale

    Austin's largest community garden will offer tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, tomatillos, and herbs, plus new and unusual varieties that the sale has offered over the years, and compost to help keep your new plants healthy and growing.
    Sat., March 5, 9am-2pm. Free.  
    4814 Sunshine
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    Surf by Surf East

    A handmade arts market complemented by 10 surf-rock bands and KOOP DJs spinning surf classics.
    Sat., March 5, noon-10pm. Free.  
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    Texas Independence Day Parade

    Commemorate the adoption of the Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836.
    Sat., March 5, 9:30-11am  
    Congress Avenue
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    University of Texas Women's Basketball

    Vs. Oklahoma State. The Longhorns Kids Court will be open before the game for youngsters to shoot baskets and meet UT mascot Hook 'Em.
    Sat., March 5, 1pm  
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    Virtual Fitness Classes

    Stronger Austin has a full slate of free virtual classes all week long, from cardio & strength to Zumba, so you can always fit some fitness in your schedule.
    Ongoing. Free.  
    Online

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