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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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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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Austin Museum Day
Enjoy free admission to dozens of Austin area museums during this celebration of art, culture, history, music, nature, science, and play. The annual community event includes special programs and activities at museums and cultural institutions throughout the city.Sun., Sept. 18 -
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CASA Superhero Run
Take a step for good! This 5K and kids' 1K hopes to raise $250,000 for CASA, which speaks up for children as advocates in the court system. Dust off your capes and Lycra for the costume contest and warm up for a day of fun for a great cause.Sun., Sept. 18. Gates, 7:30am; 5K, 8:30am; 1K, 9:15am -
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Over the Lege, Part 6: A New Low
All rise for the return of this political satire show that's based solely on the Texas Legislature. It's "a little Saturday Night Live meets Colbert Report meets So You Think You Can Dance." The show opens with sketches that decode political headlines, behavior, and nuance into comedic relief – and ends with a legislative celebrity interview.Sept. 16-18. Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $30 ($25, seniors and students). -
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Pecan Street Festival
The long-running arts & crafts and music festival hosts hundreds of local artisans and vendors and multiple stages hosting dozens of local musicians. Forty food vendors offer everything from smoothies to funnel cake, and kids will enjoy rides, a petting zoo, face-painting, and more.Sat.-Sun., Sept. 17-18Sixth Street between Brazos & I-35 -
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"Nuestra Lucha/Our Struggle"
Teen artists will show their work from Mexic-Arte's social justice summer camp at an exhibit in Teen Central, the Central Library's space for teens. Meet the artists, see the new exhibit, and enjoy light refreshments, music, and an art activity led by Mexic-Arte's teaching artists.Sun., Sept. 18, 1-3pm. Free. -
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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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An Egg-cellent Reward for Blood Donors
We Are Blood partners with beloved local burger joint P. Terry's to reward blood donors with vouchers for a free egg burger.Sept. 15-30We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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Austin Flea
Three chances to catch the vendor market this weekend: Saturday at Still Austin (1-7pm) for its fifth anniversary party, then Sunday at Radio (10am-4pm) and Meanwhile (noon-5pm).Sat.-Sun., Sept. 17-18Still Austin Whiskey, 440 E. St. Elmo; Radio Coffee & Beer, 4204 Menchaca; Meanwhile Brewing, 3901 Promontory Point -
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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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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.4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot) -
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Buddy Block Walk With Blue Action Democrats
Join in to walk with a voter registrar to gather registrations in apartment complexes.Weekends through Nov. 6. Sat., 10am-noon; Sun., 3-5pm4200 Avenue F -
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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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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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Denton Blues Festival
One of the top blues festivals in the state features Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers on Saturday and Vanessa Collier on Sunday.Sat.-Sun., Sept., 17-18Denton -
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Doggie Dip
Join Kyle's Parks & Rec Dept. to let your pups cool their paws after a hot summer.Sun., Sept. 18, 10am-noon. $8-12.James Adkins Pool, 1100 W. Center St. Kyle -
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Down to Earth: Foundations for Grappling
This coed beginner-friendly grappling class taught by trans nonbinary instructor Lu Villarreal will improve mobility on the ground, affirm the basic grappling principles, and add new sequences to your martial arts toolbox.Sundays, 2:30-4pm. Through Oct. 9. $30 per class; $100 for series. -
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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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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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Dymtro Choni in Concert
The Ukrainian-born and educated pianist is also a Van Cliburn medal winner.Sun., Sept. 18, 3pm. Donations appreciated.Fredericksburg -
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Eastside Pop Up Morning Market
After a bit of a hiatus, EPU is back and heading south of the river to a venue that's a cosmic gumbo of cafe, wine shop, and boutique bike shop. Grab brunch and check out the goods from a variety of vintage collectors and local artisans.Sun., Sept. 18, 9am-1pm. Free. -
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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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Ground Zero 360 Remembrance Exhibit
More than 70 artists, painters, and sculptors contributed to this powerful exhibit remembering the terrorist attack on 9/11 including photographs taken from the streets of New York City.Sept. 12, 2022-Jan. 31, 2023Houston -
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Grounded Yoga
Enjoy an outdoor yoga class on the plaza with Swift Fit Events. Mats, towels, and water provided.Sundays, 10am. Free. -
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HummerBird Celebration
There’ll be something for every level of birder, from bus tours to lectures and a special mall of vendors selling birding-related merchandise.Thu.-Sun., Sept. 15-18Rockport -
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Livestrong 5K/10K
Challenge cancer with Team Livestrong with a timed run/walk around Lady Bird Lake followed by a festival with food, beer, vendors, and fun for the whole family – even your furry friends.Sun., Sept. 18, 7:30am -
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LView Live
Hosts LV and Lena invite guests to join in to ask questions and learn more about the artistic and disabled community at this livestream of LVnTheLife's online interview show.Sun., Sept. 18, 11am-2pm. Free.Sweetwater Coffee & Tea, 316 W. 12th -
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Museum Day at NCH
Math Happens will be on-site with games and activities for kiddos, and Bearded Baking Company brings sweet treats. Plus an Art on the Lawn local market, live music by the Duck Creek String Band, and Victorian-era and Civil War medic living historians, all free for Museum Day.Sun., Sept. 18, 11am-4pm -
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Museum Day at the Bullock
Commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month and explore Texas cultures through engaging conversations and hands-on activities for the whole family. This year the museum celebrates Canary Islanders and their Texas descendants in Texas with special programming from Math Happens and the Austin Public Library.Sun., Sept. 18, 10am-2pm -
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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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Pilates Strengthen & Sculpt Mat Workout
A class focusing on all the Pilates mat workout principles to develop a strong inner core and tone, sculpt, and strengthen the muscles.Sept. 12-Dec. 19. $5-28. -
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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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Portraiture in the Park
The whole family can explore the many ways to create portraits through drawing, sculpting, collaging, and printmaking via activities and demos from artists and educators, all free for Austin Museum Day.Sun., Sept. 18, noon-5pm -
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Safe Baby Academy
A free class for new and expecting parents, grandparents, and caregivers on safety best practices for children. Attendees can learn about car seat safety, infant CPR, home safety, water safety, and safe sleep practices.Sun., Sept. 18, 1-4pm3189 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown -
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Splash Dance! With Erica Nix
Shake it up in your swimsuit every Sunday with Erica Nix's poolside aerobics.Sundays, 10-11am. Through Sept. 25. RSVP, $20. -
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Texas State Forest Festival
This East Texas tradition includes wood carvers, axe throwing, barbecue, carnival, Indian dancers, vendors, music, and more.Thu.-Sun., Sept. 15-18Lufkin -
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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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