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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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Wild Wednesdays
Meet at the Meredith Heritage Tree Deck for science, nature, and STEM programs designed to connect kids ages 5-14 to the natural world through hands-on exploration and learning through problem-solving, outdoor play, and journal exercises.Wednesdays through Aug. 3, 10am-noon. Free.
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Adult Lego Night
Tap into your creativity and collaborate with other grownup kids to create unique structures using color coordination, shape construction, measurement, and design.Wednesdays, 6pm. Free. -
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AISD Bond Steering Committee
Learn about Austin ISD's long-range plans and a potential bond package for the Nov. 8 election. Feedback is welcome online or at the meeting; get details at the BSC meeting page.Wed., July 20, 6:30pmOnline -
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Art in Public Places Applications Welcome
The city seeks Texas-based artists to beautify public spaces, with commissions ranging from $43,000 to $625,000.Deadline: Thu., Aug. 4Apply online -
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Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series
Summer sessions will take Humane Heroes on an epic adventure to learn what it means to care for a pet of their own and explore ways to help animals in need. The beloved Teddy Bear surgery is back for two sessions, and an outdoor movie night screens June 23. It all culminates in graduation Aug. 3.June 7-Aug. 3. Free. -
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Ballet Austin Online Fitness Classes
Choose from a variety of movement classes offered via livestream.Sat., April 4Online -
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Black Swan Yoga Class Benefiting Flatwater Foundation
Flow for a good cause, with proceeds going to the nonprofit providing mental health services to those affected by cancer.Wed., July 20, 5:30pm. By donation.Black Swan Yoga, 913 E. Cesar Chavez -
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Blues on the Green
ACL Radio's beloved free outdoor concert series is back for four nights this summer with stellar lineups.Tue. & Wed., July 19-20, 7pm. Free. -
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Date Night @ DAC
Lasso a friend or two for a screening of award-winning film Yellow Rose, about a Filipino teen longing to make a mark on the country music scene, preceded by activities and a countrified photo booth.Wed., July 20, 6:30pm. Free, but RSVP. -
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Del Valle Libraries Summer Storytimes
Stories, snacks, and activities with an ocean theme for kids ages 3 and up.Wednesdays through July 27, 11am. Free. -
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Donate Blood, Get Movie Tickets
We Are Blood teams up with Alamo Drafthouse to reward blood and platelet donors with a voucher for a free movie ticket. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.July 16-31We Are Blood donor centers & mobile drives -
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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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Joint Inclusion Committee Meeting
The JIC, which advises City Council on issues pertaining to diversity and inclusion, will discuss the Colony: Park Sustainable Community Initiative Project, among other business.Wed., July 20, 3pmPermitting & Development Center, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco -
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Living Room Sound Check: Akina Adderley
Enjoy a free show aiming to raise donations for Central Texas Food Bank.Wed., July 20, 8-10pm. Free; donations encouraged. -
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MoveOutATX
The city seeks volunteers for its event that collects gently used items from UT-Austin students during move-out season to divert items from the landfill. New this year is a Free Furniture Market (4901 Guadalupe), where Austinites can pick up completely gratis furniture (2:30-7pm each day). Sign up to volunteer and get plenty of perks from area businesses.July 28-31, 11am-6pmWest Campus -
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Other Worlds Screenplay Contest
Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).Final deadline: Aug. 20Apply online -
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Pours for Pets
Support Austin Pets Alive! and stay cool this summer by purr-chasing a passport that gets you a free drink at a variety of locations offering beer, wine, coffee, and more. Buy online and pick up your passport at any of the APA! thrift stores.Through July 31. $45.5801 Burnet Rd.; 1409 W. Oltorf; 5102 Clarkson -
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Reuse on the Runway Applications Welcome
Austin Creative Reuse is putting on its second fashion show on Nov. 4 with looks made from upcycled materials, and seeks volunteers and designers. If you've got a creative fashion idea or a skill to contribute such as makeup artistry, set design, or modeling, apply now to get involved.Deadline: Sun., July 31. Free. -
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Samba Boot Camp
Get into the groove with Austin Samba and learn Brazilian samba dancing and drumming outdoors on the Zocalo plaza.Wednesdays through Aug. 3, 7-8pm. Free. -
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SMBR Disparity Study Public Briefing
Join online to hear about the Small and Minority Business Resources Department's disparity study spearheaded by Colette Hold & Associates. The results of the study will serve as basis for the continuation of the city's MBE/WBE Program and provide recommendations to inform contracting practices.Wed., July 20, 2pm, 6pmVirtual -
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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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YMCA Early Learning Readiness Program
A free community program for qualifying low-income families that focuses on preparing children ages 2-4 for school, while providing their caregivers with the tools to facilitate their child’s development. Classes are offered twice a week in English and Spanish and last one hour.English: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Spanish: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am.. Free.Online
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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide
