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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-2pm  
    Butler Park
  • 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  
    Long Center for the Performing Arts
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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. 4  
    Apply online
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    Arts Commission AIPP Panel

    The commission will hear about progress on Art in Public Places projects around the city.
    Mon., Aug. 1, 6pm  
    Virtual
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    Austin Budget Engagement

    Austin will adopt its 2022-23 budget this August, and is welcoming feedback online and at several town halls over the coming weeks. Get the schedule and more info at speakupaustin.org.
    Through Aug. 15  
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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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    Donate Blood, Get Ice Cream

    As temperatures soar, let We Are Blood and Blue Bell cool you down. Get a free pint when you donate blood or platelets; just call 512/206-1266 or schedule an appointment online.
    Aug. 1-14  
    We Are Blood donation centers and 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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    Music Open Mic

    Bring your acoustic and showcase your best original songs or old classics.
    Mondays, 8-10pm  
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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. 20  
    Apply online
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    Practiquemos Español

    If you know some Spanish but are seeking a low-pressure environment to fine-tune it, this is the place.
    Mondays & Thursdays, 6pm. Free.  
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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.
    Ongoing  
    Various 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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    Yoga for Healing

    Designed for anyone who wants to learn the science of healing from the inside out using ancient techniques.
    Mondays, 6:30pm. $22.  
Ongoing

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