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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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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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Blackademics Television
The Blackademics Television media project is a nationally broadcast PBS show that brings Black scholarship and intellectual life to broad popular audiences. For this special Black History Month edition, the show films in the Carver's Boyd Vance Theatre as they present minority speakers and highlight academics in the community.Tue.-Wed., Feb. 7-8, 7pm. Free, but RSVP.
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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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"Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"
This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free. -
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ADRN Winter Storm Relief
Austin Disaster Relief Network is here to help with debris cleanup after the recent winter storm. If you need help or can offer assistance or donations, contact ADRN.Ongoing -
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AISD Budget Community Conversation
Join a meeting about the 2024 AISD budget presented in English and Spanish.Wed., Feb. 8, 6pmEastside Early College HS, 900 Thompson -
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ATX Walk Bike Roll Feedback Needed
The city is seeking feedback on its plans guiding how urban trails, sidewalks, crosswalks, and bike lanes are built.Through March 20Online -
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Cinderella
This enchanting musical fairy tale will put a spell on audiences of all ages. In partnership with Deaf Austin Theatre and performed simultaneously in English and American Sign Language, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella showcases favorite tunes and plenty of stage magic.Through March 5 -
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Cistern Experiential Tours
Take a 30-minute tour of the former underground drinking water reservoir built in 1926 and experience the cavern’s calming space and unusual architecture.Wed.-Sun., 11am-5pm. $10.Houston -
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College Day at the Dock
The eyes of Texas are upon college students on Wednesdays. Have your student ID ready, because it'll get you half off a boat rental all day.Wednesdays -
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Conscious Breathwork & Sound Healing
Unlock the power of manifestation and experience transformative healing with the powerful practice of breathwork and sound healing.Wed., Feb. 8, 7-9pm. $30.LBJ Museum, 131 N. Guadalupe St., San Marcos -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Girl Scout Cookies
Kick off cookie season and do some good by donating blood or platelets and getting a sweet reward of Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Patties, and other faves.Throughout February. Free.We Are Blood donation centers -
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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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Emergency Preparedness Calendar Contest
The city's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management will feature student artwork in the 2024 Emergency Preparedness Calendar. Central Texas students in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to create art to be considered for the calendar, which will be distributed at libraries and available for download online.Deadline: March 31. Winners announced in April -
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Field Order 15: And Other Broken Promises
Carver Museum ATX presents an exhibit examining the paradox of American exceptionalism and the call for reparations, with film, sculpture, and two-dimensional work from 11 artists who were asked to consider what is required for America to atone for the continued denial of full citizenship to Black people, and what repair would feel like in the body.On view throughout Black History Month. Free. -
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Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin
Stronger Austin offers a variety of virtual fitness classes from chair yoga to kickboxing to Zumba, with something bound to fit in everyone's schedule. All you need to do is register and RSVP online!January to May. Free.Virtual -
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Fix-It Clinic Coaches Needed
Are you handy with a hammer? Skilled with a sewing machine? Educated about electronics? The city seeks folks with repair skills to become coaches for its Fix-It clinics; the next one is Feb. 25.OngoingApply online -
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Flood Safety Contest
Kids in sixth through 12th grade are invited to create a 30-second PSA about flood safety, with winners to be announced in individual, foreign language, and team categories.Deadline: March 31. Winners announced April 7Apply online -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
Weekly trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul.Wednesdays, 8pm. Free. -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
Weekly trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul.Wednesdays, 8pm. Free. -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
Weekly trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul.Wednesdays, 7pm. Free.Patrizi’s West, 1705 Cuernavaca Dr. N. -
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Governor's Community Achievement Awards
The GCAA program has recognized outstanding communities since 1969, with the Texas Department of Transportation providing landscaping award funding since 1985. This year, ten winning communities will share $2 million in landscaping awards from TxDOT, with the amount based on population size. The funds are used for landscaping projects along state rights of way. Applications are now being accepted.Through Feb. 16. Free.Statewide -
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Huston-Tillotson University's fRAMily Reunion Homecoming
H-T welcomes home all the Rams with a full week of festivities for the whole family, including worship and fellowship, kickball, basketball, an alumni brunch, awards, and lots more. Check out the full schedule with a variety of ticket options online.Sun.-Sat., Feb. 5-11 -
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Keep Austin Beautiful Volunteer Opportunities
Keep Austin Beautiful has plenty of shifts open for volunteers around town to clean up at parks and outdoor areas. Find one near you on the org's calendar and get to beautifying!Various dates & timesVarious locations -
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Live at the Hive: Open Mic
Bring your passions, bring your talents, bring your friends, and be a part of the Hive.Wednesdays, 6:30-10pm. Free. -
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Quanah Parker Exhibit: One Man, Two Worlds
Using 46 rare photographs, this exhibit tells the story of Cynthia Ann and Quanah Parker as the mother and son made their way through a changing world.Jan. 14-April 15Temple -
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Republic Square Park Fitness
A mostly bodyweight bootcamp unlike any workout you've ever experienced, focused on building strength, power, speed, and mobility a while having the time of your life.Wednesdays, 6pm. Free, but RSVP. -
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Small Batch Trivia From Geeks Who Drink
A light, laid-back trivia night from the experts, with five rounds of five questions each including audiovisual elements and a three-question finishing round.Wednesdays, 7pm. Free. -
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Texans for the Arts Foundation's Texas Arts Advocacy Day
Advocates from around the state will gather to learn, share, and participate in the democratic process as part of an effort to celebrate the importance of the arts in the lives of Texans and their communities.Wed., Feb. 8, 10am-7pm. $10.Texas State Capitol, 1100 Congress, Auditorium E1.004 -
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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. 27Submit online -
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The Climate Conversation: Geothermal Edition
Geothermal engineer Kevin Kitz, entrepreneur Dawn Johnston, and SMU geothermal professor Maria Richards will be panelists for a discussion of the future of the this renewable energy in Texas and how to harness its massive potential.Wed., Feb. 8, 7pm. Free.Windsor Park Climate Conversation YouTube page -
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The University of Texas Lecture Series
Join the UT-Austin School of Architecture for a lecture with architect Michael Hsu. A recording will be available on the Texas Architecture YouTube channel following the live event.Wed., Feb. 8, 12:30pm. Free.Goldsmith Auditorium, 310 Inner Campus Dr., UT campus -
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Trout Fishing on the Guadalupe River
Camp Huaco Springs on the Guadalupe River is open to anglers wishing to try their luck catching their daily bag limit of 5 of the more than 20,000 rainbow trout stocked by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department through late February. Anglers 17 years old and older will need a valid state fishing license.Through March 4New Braunfels -
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Winter Storm Mara Recovery
We are still contending with the fallout from the recent ice storm. You can be part of the winter weather response and help our community recover by volunteering, making donations, and sharing information. Those needing assistance with food, debris cleanup, emergency shelter, and more can find resources on the city's site or by calling 311.Ongoing -
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Winter Storm Update From DSD
If your home or business is in need of emergency repairs due to the recent storm, work can begin immediately. The Development Services Department will work with you to retroactively permit and inspect all emergency repairs to ensure work was completed safely. If you are removing fallen limbs or trees, take photos and document the estimated diameter and size of the tree for documentation, and contact Austin Energy immediately if anything has fallen on a power line.Ongoing -
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Yoga for Toddlers & Their Grownups
Enjoy yoga and movement with stories and music just right for little ones.Wed., Feb. 8, 10am. Free.
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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.Various locations
