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  • Earth Day Jubilee with The Trail Conservancy

    Join The Trail Conservancy on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Jubilee celebration! Enjoy live music by Mr. Will, Motenko, and Brother Thunder, eco-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, and fun for the whole family.
    Sat. Apr. 20, 10am-2pm  
    Butler Park
  • 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
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    Arena Weapon Arts

    Learn the skills involved in weapons-based martial arts. Beginners welcome.
    Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30pm. First lesson free.  
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    Atelier Beauté Chanel Pop-Up

    Stop in this fragrance and beauty workshop to try products and get skilled guidance.
    March 11-April 24. Free.  
    1009 S. Congress
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    Civil Rights ATX

    The Office of Civil Rights is sponsoring several listening sessions that will inform the community about wage theft, tenants’ rights, hate crimes, and the CROWN Act, a law that prohibits race-based hair discrimination. Join online to be part of the community conversation.
    Thu., May 12, 6pm  
    Virtual
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    Dance Fitness Workout

    Drop in anytime to get your heart rate up at a fun workout set to upbeat music.
    Wednesdays, 11am. $5-26.  
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    Donate Blood, Get a Burger

    Donate blood or platelets and get a voucher for a free Whataburger. Make an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
    Through April 28  
    We Are Blood donor centers
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    Epilepsy Support Group

    Listen to the experiences of other people with epilepsy and other seizure disorders. Tuesdays are for family group, and Wednesday is for adults.
    Second Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 7pm. Free.  
    Online via Zoom
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    Free Advance Care Planning Event

    Do your loved ones know what kind of healthcare you might want, if there ever comes a time when you can’t speak for yourself? In celebration of National Healthcare Decisions Day, Hospice Austin’s GIFT Project – together with Meals on Wheels and AGE – is hosting an “Advance Care Planning Made Easy” event where folks can drop by, learn about advance directives like medical power of attorney and living wills, get their questions answered from doctors, nurses, and social workers, and enjoy a free meal from Jason’s Deli.
    Wed., April 13, 11am-1pm. Free.  
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    Free Poker Tournament

    A free tournament with a cash prize for first place.
    Wednesdays, 6:30pm. Free.  
    Craft & Racked Wine Bar 1400 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Round Rock
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    Homeschool Day: Earth Science

    Kids can test water samples, learn about why limestone "rocks," try topography, and more at lots of learning labs.
    Wed., April 13, 10am-2pm  
    Science Mill, 101 S. Lady Bird Ln., Johnson City
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    Living Room Sound Check

    Live music from Christine Renner, raising funds for nonprofit SIMS Foundation.
    Wed., April 13, 6-8pm. Free; donations encouraged.  
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    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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    Obama Portraits Tour

    Portraits of the former president and first lady by Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald are on view before moving to the National Portrait Gallery.
    April 3-May 30  
    Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
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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  
    Apply online
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    Party on the Patio

    Shopping, cocktails from Epic Western, and music by Greyson Turner.
    Wed., April 13, 6-8pm. Free.  
    Hearth & Soul, 2727 Exposition
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    Public Health Committee Meeting

    The committee will discuss homelessness and early childhood investments, among other business.
    Wed., April 13, 2pm  
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    SIN Night at the Collaboratory

    Austin Eastciders rewards service industry professionals for their hard work with karaoke, $3 pints, and select sixers for only $5.
    Wednesdays, 3-10pm  
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    Spring Kickball League

    An adults-only league with plenty of beer flowing. Get details online for how to join.
    Wednesdays, 6pm  
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    Texas Hill Country Wineries’ Wine and Wildflower Journey

    Take a self-guided tour to a dozen area wineries with complimentary tastings and wine discounts.
    March 28-April 22. $65-100.  
    Various locations
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    Tribe CBD Raffle

    Stop by Tribe to enter a raffle to win a CBD or Delta 8 bundle. Winners announced on Instagram Live.
    Through April 19; winner announced April 20, 4:20pm  
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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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    Write On! Creative Writing Workshop

    The Austin Public Library hosts a virtual children’s program focusing on imagination, creativity, and wordplay as children create their own stories. Sign up for one or more on Eventbrite.
    Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30pm, through April 27  
    Virtual
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    YMCA Early Learning Readiness Program

    A free community program for qualifying low-income families that focuses on preparing children ages 2-4 for school, while providing their caregivers with the tools to facilitate their child’s development. Classes are offered twice a week in English and Spanish and last one hour.
    English: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Spanish: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am.. Free.  
    Online
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