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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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    Sports

    Round Rock Express

    Vs. El Paso. Thursday is Military Appreciation night; Friday is Wizarding Night, with butterbeer, a live owl, and more; and the Spazmatics play a postgame concert Saturday.
    Aug. 16-21. Tue.-Fri., 7:05pm; Sat.-Sun., 6:05pm  
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    Donate Blood, Get Free Wings

    Bok bok! In August, blood donors get a tasty reward of a voucher for five chicken wings from Pluckers Wing Bar.
    Through Aug. 31  
    We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    Facing Nolan (2022)

    Texas Focus: Learn about the origin story of baseball legend Nolan Ryan with this documentary screening and discussion.
    Wed., Aug. 17, 7pm. $12 general, $8 members.  
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    Kids

    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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    Sports

    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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    Greater Austin Music Census

    The live music capital wants to hear from all the folks who give the city its nickname. Adults with a professional interest in music living within the greater Austin metro area are welcome to complete a survey for the music census, which will provide valuable data for community leaders, nonprofits, and government agencies.
    Through Sept. 9  
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    Kids

    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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    Sports

    Republic Square Park Fitness

    A free total-body boot camp for all fitness levels.
    Wednesdays, 6-8pm. Free, but RSVP.  
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    Events

    Sound Check on the Trace Patio: Akina Adderley

    Meet an adoptable dog and donate to Austin Animal Center at this free show.
    Wed., Aug. 17, 8-10pm  
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    Civic Events

    The Untold Story of Black Cooperatives

    Connect to the untold story of cooperative practices of the Black Liberation Movement and learn how communities of color are reclaiming cooperation as a Black technology to rethink community economic development.
    Wed., Aug. 17, 6-8pm  
    Virtual
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    Events

    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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    Events

    Violet Crown Roller Derby Fundraiser

    On the heels of their bronze medal win at the USA Roller Sports National Tournament, VCRD is looking for help and support in reaching another goal: a banked roller derby track. Get details and donate online.
    Ongoing  
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    Civic Events

    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.
    Ongoing  
    Various locations
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    YMCA Community Gathering

    Let your voice be heard at an open house and community celebration where guests can provide input, learn about the Y, and celebrate the end of summer with treats and activities.
    Wed., Aug. 17, 6-8pm. Free, but RSVP encouraged.  
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    Civic Events

    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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