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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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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-2pmButler Park
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EPIC Sunset Bat Paddle
Join Hill Country Conservancy‘s Emerging Professionals in Conservation for a relaxing sunset paddling tour along Lady Bird Lake by kayak or canoe to see the bats emerge from the Congress Avenue Bridge.Thu., Aug. 11, 6:30-9:30pm. $0-35. -
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Jump On It Celebrity Basketball Game
Celebrate the org's 25th anniversary with a star-studded game with pregame and halftime performances from some of the celeb team members, including Trae tha Truth, Dorrough, Kirko Bangz, Gorilla Zoe, Lil Ronny, Kstylis, Rainwater, DJ Hella Yella, and more. Proceeds benefit JOI's community outreach and teen programs. Afterparty takes place at Cheers Shot Bar on Sixth.Thu., Aug. 11, 6-10pm. $15; high school students and younger free with RSVP.Location provided w/ ticket purchase
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August Wine Walk
Pick up a handheld map and shop Galleria stores as you discover great wines from all over the world.Thu., Aug. 11, 4-8pm. Free. -
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Austin Budget Engagement
Austin will adopt its 2022-23 budget this August, and is welcoming feedback online and at several town halls over the coming weeks. Get the schedule and more info at speakupaustin.org.Through Aug. 15 -
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Austin YMCA Now Hiring
In anticipation of back-to-school, YMCA of Austin is hiring more than 100 seasonal full-time and part-time employees for afterschool care programs. They offer up to $500 in signing bonuses and pay starting at $15 an hour.Ongoing -
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Barks & Brews Adoption Event
Meet adoptable dogs from Austin Humane Society and get treats for yourself and your doggo, with a portion of proceeds going to AHS.Thursdays, 5-7pm. Free. -
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CER Lunchtime Lecture
The Austin Water Center for Environmental Research presents a lecture about Alexander von Humboldt titled "The Evolution of Nature: Humboldt, Darwin, and Biogeography.”Thu., Aug. 11, noon -
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Dance Yrself Clean
DJ Psalmo spins all that's hot from the early Aughts for a poolside dance party.Thursdays, 7-10pm -
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Donate Blood, Get Ice Cream
As temperatures soar, let We Are Blood and Blue Bell cool you down. Get a free pint when you donate blood or platelets; just call 512/206-1266 or schedule an appointment online.Aug. 1-14We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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Ecstatic Dance
Connect with yourself and others at this meditative and transcendent barefoot dance night with a live DJ.Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-10:30pm. $22; $77 for eight-dance membership. -
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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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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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Full Moon Ceremony + Live Music
An evening of live music, mindful meditation, and a gong sound healing.Thu., Aug. 11, 7-8:30pm. $20-40 donation.Flow Yoga, 4477 S. Lamar -
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I Am BRAVE Community Conversation
A back-to-school discussion of health, wellness, and safety on campus.Thu., Aug. 11, 5:30pm. Free. -
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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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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. 20Apply online -
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Perseids Meteor Shower
Active from July to September, the Perseids peak in mid-August with a maximum of 50-75 shooting stars per hour.Thu.-Fri., Aug. 11-12Dark sky locations everywhere -
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Practiquemos Español
If you know some Spanish but are seeking a low-pressure environment to fine-tune it, this is the place.Mondays & Thursdays, 6pm. Free. -
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Small Business Workshop: Know Your Numbers
The city's Economic Development Dept. presents a workshop about what numbers mean for your business' financial health.Thu., Aug. 11, 10am-1pm. $25. -
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Tech Time at the Library
Bring your device and learn how to use it to access the library's digital materials like ebooks and movies.Thursdays, noon -
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The Drop-In
A free outdoor concert series with select nights programmed by Black Fret.Thursdays through Aug. 11, 8pm. Free. -
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The Fat Gator Weekend
Jump on It presents a packed weekend of activities with celebrities, concerts, a car show, boat party, pool party, and more.Aug. 11-14. $75.Various locations -
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Thursday Night Social Ride
Join Social Cycling Austin for a fun themed ride with post-ride activities, and check the event page for details on themes and stops.Thursdays -
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Tree of the Year Awards
TreeFolks and Austin Parks & Rec are resurrecting the awards after nearly a decade, and seek noms for favorite trees in five categories. They must be in the city or ETJ limits, publicly accessible, and not a previous winner, but other than that, all bets are off! So get familiar with your urban forest and take note of the best of the branches. See "Kevin Curtin Hung Out With All of Austin’s 'Tree of the Year' Winners," July 31, 2020, for a fun history lesson.Nominate through Sept. 30 -
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Velocity Credit Union Job Fair
Get on track for a career in financial services, with perks including flexible schedules and a good work-life balance.Thu., Aug. 11, noon-6pmVelocity Credit Union Slaughter Lane Branch; 9300 S. I-35 -
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Volunteer Days at ACR
Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.Tuesdays & Thursdays -
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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.OngoingVarious locations -
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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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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide
