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  • CelebrASIA Austin 2024

    The City of Austin's Asian American Resource Center is hosting its annual CelebrASIA Austin event, featuring performances, art, culture, food, and more! This free, family-friendly festival will take place during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
    Sat. May 18, 11am-3pm  
    Asian American Resource Center
  • The Elgin Music Festival

    Join the Elgin Arts Association for the 1st Annual Elgin Music Festival! Featuring 4 days of music across 12+ venues, over 50 bands, vendor markets, food, drinks, and more! All events are free and open to the public.
    May 9-12  
    Downtown Elgin
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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, 2023  
    Ruby 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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    10th Annual HESED Event: Where Faith & Justice Meet

    This lecture series is designed to promote awareness and church involvement in the area of social justice, thus enabling hesed, which is Hebrew for "love in action." The Rev. Dr. Stephen Ray is the distinguished keynote lecturer and preacher, who'll start things off on the theme of "Cages," introducing a weekend of discovery, community, activism, and worship.
    Fri.-Sat., March 3-4. Free.
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    Arena Weapon Arts Beginner Sword Practice

    Learn about steel fencing and stickfighting with historical weapons, using modern sport science.
    Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays
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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 20
    Online
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    Cannabis Extraction "Lunch & Learn" Networking Event

    Learn the latest trends and methods in cannabis and hemp extraction while networking with industry experts. Enjoy food and drinks while exploring how to scale your extraction lab and position your business for success. Don't miss the Q&A and filtration product demonstrations.
    Fri., March 3, noon-4pm. Free.  
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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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    Climbing National Team Trials & Paraclimbing Nationals

    Austin's newest climbing gym hosts the competitions, and spectators are welcome at several events. Here's your chance to scope out the new spot for climbers in advance of its public opening March 7.
    March 2-3 & 5. $20.  
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    Concordia Softball

    Vs. East Texas Baptist University.
    March 3-4. Fri., 3pm (doubleheader); Sat., noon  
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    Creek Show Call for Ideas

    Waterloo Greenway welcomes Austin’s creative community to submit ideas for light-based art installations to be displayed at Creek Show this November, which is always a luminous experience. Designers from a wide variety of disciplines are encouraged to submit ideas. See photos from last year's "Creek Show" here.
    Through March 10. Free.  
    Apply online
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    Dallas Blooms

    The largest floral show in the Southwest features 500,000 spring blooms, plus azaleas and Japanese cherry trees.
    Feb. 25-April 16
    Dallas
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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 of Light Hosting Silent Disco

    Listen to curated playlists as you peruse the stunning display of 28,000 lights at the wildflower center. While supplies last, 100 complimentary headsets will be available.
    Through March 31. Fri.-Sun., 6-8:30pm. $41 and up.
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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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    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 7
    Apply online
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    Free HIV/STI Screenings

    Austin Public Health conducts free HIV and STI screenings, and adults are welcome to peruse the fetish items and get 15% off as they wait their turn.
    First Fridays, 4-8pm. Free.
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    Free Tax Preparation

    Certified volunteers offer free tax prep from AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, with service by appointment and walk-ins welcome at many sites. No age or income level restrictions, and no AARP membership required.
    Through April 18. Free.  
    Various locations
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    Fresh for Less Mobile Markets

    This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you.
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    Huston-Tillotson Baseball

    Vs. Louisiana State University Alexandria.
    March 3-4. Fri., 2pm; Sat., noon (doubleheader)  
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    Icehouse Week

    Join a local tradition in San Antonio by dropping by a neighborhood ice house to meet new friends and try a local brew.
    Through March 5
    San Antonio
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    Imaginary Stereo 028

    Live electronic and beat music performances are complemented by live visuals by Slyc0re. DM @imaginarystereo on Instagram if you want to sign up for one of the limited open aux slots.
    Fri., March 3, 8pm-12mid. $5.  
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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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    Oyster Fest

    Celebrate the local harvest of the saltwater bivalve mollusks along with parades, music, crafts, and other coastal foods.
    Thu.-Sun, March 2-5
    Fulton
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    Pick Your Own Strawberries and Tulips

    Pick a basket of fresh strawberries or tulips, enjoy the farm animals and games, and don’t forget to try the homemade ice cream.
    Thu.-Tue., through mid-May
    Sweet Berry Farm, Marble Falls
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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 15
    Temple
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    Rebounder Circuit Series

    Join an hourlong low-impact fitness class that'll have you bounce your way to feeling good.
    March 3, 10 & 24. $99 for three sessions.  
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    St. Edward's Baseball

    Vs. Cameron University.
    March 3-5. Fri. & Sun., 1pm; Sat., noon (doubleheader)  
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    Texas State Championship 42 Domino Tournament

    They’ll be playing the official domino game of Texas for prizes and bragging rights, and the kitchen will be serving a hometown feast.
    Fri.-Sat., March 3-4
    Hallettsville
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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. 27  
    Submit online
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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 4  
    New Braunfels
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    UT Softball

    Longhorn Invitational, vs. Princeton, Tennessee State, McNeese, and Louisiana.
    Fri.-Sun., March 3-5  
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    Waterwise Rebate Lunch & Learn

    Join a webinar with Austin Water to learn how to cut down on summer water usage and high bills while keeping your landscape beautiful.
    Fri., March 3, noon  
    Virtual
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    We Are Blood T-Shirt Giveaway

    To kick off the month of March, We Are Blood will give all blood/platelet donors a specially designed T-shirt for supporting local patients.
    March 1-12  
    Any We Are Blood donation center
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    YWA's 30th Birthday

    Celebrating the past 30 years of the Young Women's Alliance's impact in the Austin community, this event also kicks off its annual peer-to-peer fundraising campaign for the Future Women Leaders Fund. Join in for a special birthday celebration featuring a jazz duo, local women-owned artisans with merchandise for purchase, speeches highlighting YWA and community partners, and much more.
    Fri., March 3, 6:30pm. $30.  
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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

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