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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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Future Front Swim Sessions
Vibe alongside women and LGBTQ+ DJs (this month it's Lavender Thug), take a dip in the pool, and enjoy a curated nighttime art market. This penultimate swim sesh kicks off the four-day Front Fest taking place at several venues in town.Last Thursdays, 7-10pm
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Artivism: How to Create Social Change With Art
Join Simon Tam of the Slants Foundation and the Asian American Resource Center for a special workshop on using art to create social impact, and learn about other Asian American artists who are making a real-world impact with their work.Thu., Aug. 25, 6:30-8pm -
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Barks & Brews Adoption Event
Meet adoptable dogs from Austin Humane Society and get treats for yourself and your doggo, with a portion of proceeds going to AHS.Thursdays, 5-7pm. Free. -
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Basic Bookkeeping Class
The city provides education and resources for small businesses and nonprofits struggling with bookkeeping issues.Thu., Aug. 25, 10am-1pm. $25.Virtual -
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Botanical Flower Hour
Enjoy mocktails from Crisp & Crude and learn how to class up your next cocktail party by making beautiful botanical ice cubes.Thu., Aug. 25, 4-6pmHearth & Soul, 2727 Exposition -
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Dance Yrself Clean
DJ Psalmo spins all that's hot from the early Aughts for a poolside dance party.Thursdays, 7-10pm -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Wings
Bok bok! In August, blood donors get a tasty reward of a voucher for five chicken wings from Pluckers Wing Bar.Through Aug. 31We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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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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Ecstatic Dance
Connect with yourself and others at this meditative and transcendent barefoot dance night with a live DJ.Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-10:30pm. $22; $77 for eight-dance membership. -
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End of Summer Sale
Get 20-30% off in-store or online on jewelry, books, and locally made, artist-designed gifts and homeware.Aug. 21-27 -
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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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Front Fest 2022
Future Front TX brings back their jam-packed Front Fest with a music showcase featuring headliners We Don't Ride Llamas; a film showcase with screenings of But Humble Sinners and Moondogs; and a close out Perreo Club pool day party.Thu.-Sat., Aug 25-27. $15 per event; $45 weekend pass.Multiple locations -
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Gillespie County Fair
The state’s oldest continuously operated county fair presents a lineup of livestock events, music, vendors, exhibits, and more.Thu.-Sun., Aug. 25-28Fredericksburg -
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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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Live Music at Wanderlust
Enjoy great wines and great times with reverse happy hour 7-9pm and live music every evening.Aug. 25-31. Free. -
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Meet the Mayors
Annise Parker, the 61st mayor of Houston, who was only the second woman to fill the role and was one of the first openly gay mayors in the U.S., visits the LBJ School in recognition of Austin Pride.Thu., Aug. 25, 12:15-1:30pm. Free. -
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Murder Mystery Dinner
A night of mayhem and mystery set in the roaring Twenties.Thu., Aug. 25, 6-9pmAustin-area Pinballz locations -
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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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Pajama Storytime
Get the jam-jams on early for a storytime with activities for kids 5 and under.Thu., Aug. 25, 6pm -
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Pink Pilates Level 1: A Post-Operative Recovery Workshop
A 10-week workshop offered at no cost for women recently diagnosed with breast cancer, recovering from surgery, currently in ongoing treatment, and those who've been in Pink Pilates for under a year. Sessions will focus on rehabilitative help in the recovery process, inspiring hope and restoring movement.Sept. 7-Nov. 9. Wednesdays, noon. Free. -
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Pink Pilates Level 2: For Those Continuing Their Recovery Journey
A 10-week breast cancer recovery workshop for those who've participated in Pink Pilates, who are further along in recovery, or who aren't currently in treatment but would like ongoing exercise and support.Sept. 6-Nov. 8. Tuesdays, 1pm. $65 for 10-week workshop. -
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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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St. Edward's Soccer
The Hilltoppers warm up with a preseason exhibition vs. Concordia on Aug. 20, then open the season vs. Newman University Aug. 25.Sat., Aug. 20, 10am; Thu., Aug. 25, 1pm -
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Tech Time at the Library
Bring your device and learn how to use it to access the library's digital materials like ebooks and movies.Thursdays, noon -
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Thursday Night Social Ride
Join Social Cycling Austin for a fun themed ride with post-ride activities, and check the event page for details on themes and stops.Thursdays -
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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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UT Soccer
The Horns start off the regular season against Lipscomb (Aug. 18), then play North Carolina Aug. 25.Thu., Aug. 18 & 25, 7pm -
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Volunteer Days at ACR
Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.Tuesdays & Thursdays -
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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 Community Gathering
Let your voice be heard at an open house and community celebration where guests can provide input, learn about the Y, and celebrate the end of summer with treats and activities.Thu., Aug. 25, 5-7pm. Free, but RSVP encouraged.Springs Family YMCA, 27216 RR 12, Dripping Springs
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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
