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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-6pmBookSpring -
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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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Zilker Relays
A 10-mile race with teams of four runners each taking a 2.5-mile loop to and from the central festival/transition area, with Tacodeli providing race fuel, Real Ale bringing the biergarten, and live band Type A playing Nineties/Aughts hits at the afterparty.Fri., Sept. 9 -
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Round Rock Express
Vs. Sugar Land. Bring two canned goods to get in free Tuesday and benefit Round Rock Serving Center, bring a furry friend Thursday for Pints & Pups, enjoy fireworks Friday and a Spazmatics concert Saturday, and more – get the full schedule of special events online.Sept. 6-11. Tue., Thu.-Fri., 6:35pm; Wed., 12:05pm; Sat., 6:05pm; Sun., 1:05pm -
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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, 2023Ruby City, San Antonio -
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Allhers Good Dog Social
Bring your goodest pups for a playdate and cocktails, and if you don't have one to bring, maybe an adoptable pet from Austin Humane Society can come home with you from the party.Fri., Sept. 9, 5-7pm -
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Austin Pedestrian Advisory Council Elections
Austinites passionate about pedestrian issues will want to tune in to the Sept. 12 Pedestrian Advisory Council meeting and consider applying for the group, which is seeking applicants through Sept. 18. Find more info online or email Chair Kat Cox at cox.katherine@gmail.com.Apply by Sept. 18; elections held Oct. 3 -
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Business Workshop: Marketing
The city provides an info session providing a simple framework and practical advice for creating a simple marketing plan and campaigns for your business.Fri., Sept. 9, 12:30-3:30pm. $25.COA Small Business Division, 5202 E. Ben White -
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Canto Cantina
A unique happy hour and musical party with live jazz, adult crafts, karaoke, instrument speed dating, and more, plus a chance to learn about private music lessons for adults.Fri., Sept. 9, 6-8pm. $15-25. -
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Cedar Park Scavenger Hunt
Join CP mascot pup Mischa on a hunt through parks, complete tasks at your own pace, and submit photos to win a prize. Look for scavenger hunt signs at eight locations around Cedar Park and get all the details online.Sept. 1-30 -
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DFPS Public Meeting w/ Equality Texas
Join Equality Texas in speaking out against the Department of Family and Protective Services cruel and shady investigations into families with trans kids at this public hearing.Fri., Sept. 9, 9am-2pm. RSVP.Brown-Heatly Public Hearing Room, 4900 N. Lamar -
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Drawing & Painting Classes for Kids
Calling all mini Monets! Registration is now open for afterschool and weekend art classes with professional artist and educator Amanda Jones, teaching students ages 8-18. Professional illustrator Carly Dennis also offers a special weekly class for younger artists.Ongoing. $122.50-160 monthly.607 W. St Johns #10 -
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Fairytale Threads
Shop new and gently loved children's items for great prices, including clothing, books, gear, and toys, and even maternity wear and prom getups.Sept. 9-10. Fri., 10am-7pm; Sat., 10am-3pm -
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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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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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Japanese Language Classes
The Japan-America Society of Greater Austin has a bunch of classes coming up for anyone wanting to learn how to read, write, and speak Japanese, with mostly online lessons. Private tutoring is also available; email for details.Classes begin early to mid-September. $25 an hour. -
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Liquid I.V.’s Hydrate ‘n’ Play Experience
Play games, get freebies, and sample "hydration multiplier" Liquid I.V.Fri., Sept. 9, 11am-7pm; Sat., Sept. 10, 9am-1pm. Free. -
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Meeting of Mayor's Committee for People With Disabilities
The committee will discuss the impact of scooters Downtown on people with disabilities, among other business.Fri., Sept. 9, 5:30pm -
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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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Pickleball Leagues
Sign up now for fall coed ladder leagues which will meet on Sundays, Mondays, or Tuesdays depending on level.Registration opens noon, Sept. 7; leagues begin week of Sept. 18. $65. -
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Platelet Donors Urgently Needed
A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Nov. 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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Special Edition T-Shirts for We Are Blood Donors
Donate blood and show local pride with a "Give Where You Live" T-shirt.Sept. 1-14. Free.We Are Blood donation centers -
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Texas State Volleyball
Bobcat Invitational.Sept. 9 & 11Strahan Arena, 106 Charles Austin Dr., San Marcos -
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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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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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Weekly Charitable Silent Auction at Lone Star Court
Visit Lone Star Court each week in September to participate in their charitable silent auction benefitting Partnerships for Children. Hotel guests and locals are invited to bid on big ticket memorabilia, jewelry, vacation packages, historic artwork and more with winners announced each week.Mon.-Sat. through Oct. 1. Free.
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