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  • 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  
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    BookSpring

  • 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  
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    Long Center for the Performing Arts

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    "Tangible/Nothing"

    In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.
    Through July 30, 2023  
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    Ruby City, San Antonio

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    Barton Creek Farmers Market

    A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.
    Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.  
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    4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot)

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    Blue Star Museums

    The Bullock Museum is part of a collaboration of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, which means active duty military members and their families get free exhibit admission all summer, from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.
    May 20-Sept. 4  
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    Bullock Texas State History Museum

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    CANCELED: Final Girl Festival

    Humble Enterprises presents a three-day celebration of women in media, including "final girls" in horror, with guests like Rachel True, Barbara Crampton, Helen Slater, and tons more. UPDATE: Due to low ticket sales, event has been canceled. - 6-27-23
    June 30-July 2. $20-50.  
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    Palmer Events Center

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    Community Hours at Thinkery

    Thinkery provides admission by donation as part of its Open Door Initiative, created to give every child a chance to explore STEAM concepts and develop a lifelong love of learning, regardless of means.
    Sundays, 3-5pm; Tuesdays, 3-7pm  
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    Thinkery

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    Community Yoga in Spanish

    Austin's newest climbing gym offers a free vinyasa flow class that emphasizes the connection of movement and breath. Open to all!
    First Sundays, 10:30am. Free.  
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    Mesa Rim

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    Detroit Rock City Independence Day Weekend Party

    Get the party started early with tributes to the Motor City 5 performed by members of Amplified Heat and the Stooges performed by Jake Garcia, Johnny Walker, and friends.
    Sun., July 2, 10pm. $10 cash at the door.  
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    Hotel Vegas

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    Dive In With Vibe Artisan Markets

    A day of shopping 30+ local artists, makers, and creatives along with live music, tasty Deep Eddy bevs, and food trucks.
    Sun., July 2, noon-5pm. Free.  
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    Deep Eddy Vodka

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    Donate Blood, Get a Free Taco

    We Are Blood teams up with Rudy's BBQ to offer blood and platelet donors a voucher for a free breakfast taco.
    July 1-15. Free.  
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    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives

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    Dungeons & Dragons Night

    Pinballz offers themed rooms, tavern music, an interactive drink menu, and more to help immerse you in the campaign experience.
    Sundays, 6pm-close  
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    Pinballz Kingdom

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    Fall Registration Open

    Austin Community College is now registering for the fall semester, offering more than 100 programs including associate degrees, workforce certificates, and more. ACC offers free support and resources to students like tutoring, advising, and financial guidance. Classes start Aug. 21.
    Ongoing  
    register now

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    Kids

    Family Guide: Drawing the Motion Picture

    Visiting the Harry Ransom Center with kids? Ask for a family guide at the Visitor Services desk, designed to enrich children's experience of the current exhibit, "Drawing the Motion Picture," perfect for budding filmmakers and curious minds.
    Through July 16. Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun., noon-5pm
    Harry Ransom Center

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    Out of Town

    Fourth of July Rodeo

    Nightly events featuring bull riding, bareback and saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down calf roping, team roping, women’s breakaway roping, and women’s barrel racing followed by fireworks.
    Fri.-Sun., June 30-July 2. $10-15.  
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    Wimberley

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    Fourth of July Sale

    Get 15% off in-store through July 2 or online through July 4.
    June 29-July 4
    Letterpress PLAY

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    Out of Town

    Fredericksburg & Stonewall Peaches

    It's peach season! Find flavorful, orchard-ripe peaches via Hill Country Fruit Council's handy guide with a map to all those tasty local peaches, as well as other delicious seasonal fruits and veggies.
    Ongoing  
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    Hill Country area

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    Fresh for Less Mobile Markets

    This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you.
     
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    Geeks Who Drink Trivia

    The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.
    Ongoing

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    Grounded Yoga

    Start your Sunday with a restoration of body, mind, and soul. Mats, towels, and water provided.
    Sundays, 10am. Free, but RSVP.  
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    Fareground

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    Guided Breathwork & Journaling

    Weekly guided breathwork sessions incorporate lunar and solar cycles, card readings, Kundalini, journaling, and more, and are led by Margaret, who has studied around the world and is a trained midwife, birth & postpartum doula, Reiki master, registered yoga teacher, and kinesiologist.
    Sundays, 7:30pm. Donations appreciated.  
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    Ceremony Social Spa

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    H-E-B Free First Sunday

    Explore the story of Texas through three floors of exhibits showcasing artifacts from around the state.
    First Sundays, 10am-5pm. Free.  
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    Bullock Texas State History Museum

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    Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteers Welcome

    Home improvement donation and resale shop Habitat ReStore is a cool place to find treasure and make friends. Volunteers enjoy setting up displays, arranging merch, receiving donations, and keeping everything organized.
    Ongoing. Free.  
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    Locations in South & North Austin and San Marcos

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    Kowai Con

    This anime horror convention will feature celebrity guests, haunted house experiences, murder mysteries, escape rooms, panels, vendors, and more.
    June 30-July 2. $39.99 and up.
    Courtyard Marriott, 16100 Impact Way, Pflugerville

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    Meditations for World Peace

    Resident Teacher Noreen Flack guides quiet morning meditation classes exploring Buddha’s advice for developing inner peace.
    Sundays, 11am. $12.
    Kadampa Meditation Center Austin, 1918 Bissel

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    O. Henry Museum: Lone Star Limericks

    The O. Henry Museum presents an open call to writers to submit original limericks that pertain to Austin or Texas – your fave (or least favorite) person, city, animal, allergen, etc. – via the online form as a video, image, or text through July 22, to be judged by the public through July 31.
    Through July 22; winners notified Aug. 1. Free.  
    enter here

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    Put a Bird on It: International Owl Day Tattoo Contest

    In celebration of International Owl Day (Aug. 4), Blue Owl Brewing has partnered up with the Travis Audubon Society for a contest that could win you a free tattoo at Austin Tattoo Company. Submit photos of your owl ink through July 28 to be entered in a slideshow for Owl Day, where the winner will be announced.
    Contest runs through July 28; event is Fri., Aug. 4, 7pm. Free.  
    submit here
    Blue Owl Brewing

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    Out of Town

    Still Brewing Art

    The world-renowned art museum looks back at its history as the Lone Star Brewery prior to 1981 through photographs, artwork, and posters.
    June 30-Sept. 3. $10-20.
    San Antonio

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    Texas State Parks Photo Contest

    Capture your adventures at Texas State Parks. Explore a new trail, discover a cool critter, or catch an awesome sunset, then submit your pics or tag them on social media (#TexasStateParks and #TexasParks100) to win parks passes or H-E-B gift cards.
    Deadline: Nov. 27  
    more info
    Submit online

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    The Creek Open Mic

    See comedians try out their newest material, and if you'd like to sign up, send your full name to creekandcaveopenmic@gmail.com.
    Sundays, 8pm. Free with RSVP; $5 at the door.  
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    The Creek and the Cave

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    We Are Blood’s Battle of the Badges Blood Donor Contest

    The Travis County Sheriff’s Office, Austin Police Department, Austin Fire Department, and Austin-Travis County EMS will “battle” it out to see who can recruit the most blood donors; the department to receive the most votes via donors is declared the winner.
    June 26-July 5. Free.  
    find a location
    We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives
Ongoing

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    Civic Events

    WIC Mobile Unit

    Resources and info about Austin Public Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program for qualifying pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.
    Check online for current schedule. Free.  
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    Various locations
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