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    Austin Fire Youth Explorers

    City of Austin Fire Department is recruiting youth ages 14-20 to join Exploring, Boy Scouts of America's character and career development program for youth. The AFD Explorer Post #370 teaches youth about careers in fire rescue and helps them sharpen leadership skills.
    Deadline: Oct. 1. Free.  
    Apply online
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    Disaster Preparedness Art Contest

    September is National Preparedness Month, so what better time to create art about preparing for emergencies? The city's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is putting together a calendar that will feature elementary schoolchildren's artwork that's focused on the topic of disaster preparedness. Get out the art supplies and submit by Oct. 1.
    Deadline: Oct. 1  
    Submit online
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    Grandparent's Day at the Science Mill

    Enjoy free admission for grandparents and seniors age 65+ for this special day. Bring the grandkids to explore hands-on science exhibits, including the Jurassic Flight 4D virtual reality experience, and spend the day making memories and sharing stories.
    Sun., Sept. 12, noon-4pm  
    Science Mill, Johnson City
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    Make a Bumbass Class

    In a fun and educational course for kids and kids at heart, students will make a 19th century folk instrument that features a simple large-stringed fiddle.
    Second & fourth Sundays through October, 10am-noon. $75.  
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    Virtual Music School Open House

    Orpheus Academy wants to share the joy of making music. At the open house, meet with the director, learn about the school, and even try a free one-on-one lesson. Attendees get exclusive discounts, too.
    Sun., Sept. 12, 2-4pm. Free.  
    Online via Zoom

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