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Pre-College Showcase in Latin American Studies
The Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin will host a free pre-college showcase for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration required. Parking and food included. More details online.Sat. May 17, 10am-3pmBenson Latin American Collection, 2nd Floor
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AARC Open Call for Artists
The Asian American Resource Center Exhibits Program aims to foster and promote artists and curators whose work embodies the AARC's mission, vision, and values and to create spaces of belonging and healing for Asian American communities in Austin and beyond. An independent panel will review all submissions and the top applicants will be chosen for exhibitions at the AARC.Deadline: Fri., Aug. 4Apply online -
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ArtConnect Youth Art Contest
The city's fourth annual contest is open now for submissions from Austin students ages 10 to 18. In honor of Digital Inclusion Week (Oct. 2-6), young artists are asked to "picture a world where everyone is connected digitally." The top three entries win a monetary prize and will have their artwork displayed in city spaces.Deadline: Thu., Aug. 31 -
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Beat the Heat
With Central Texas experiencing extremely high temperatures, city leaders issued a reminder to be aware of Excessive Heat Watch and Excessive Heat Warning alerts from the National Weather Service. A warning means action should be taken immediately to avoid heat-related illness. The city began a pilot program in July at Republic Square with misting tents and cold bottled water, and always offers facilities like rec centers and libraries as cooling centers. In addition, city pool fees are waived Aug. 9-Sept. 30, except for Barton Springs. Visit the city's website for more information, and always check before you head to an outdoor event: For safety, organizers may cancel events that put people at risk due to the heat.Ongoing -
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Blue Star Museums
The Bullock Museum is part of a collaboration of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, which means active duty military members and their families get free exhibit admission all summer, from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.May 20-Sept. 4 -
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City of Austin Budget Town Hall: District 8
Learn about the city's upcoming budget approval process and provide input.Mon., July 31, 6pm. Free.Online via Webex -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Alamo Drafthouse Tickets
Get a voucher for Alamo Drafthouse when you donate blood or platelets this month.Through July 31. Free.We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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Fall Registration Open
Austin Community College is now registering for the fall semester, offering more than 100 programs including associate degrees, workforce certificates, and more. ACC offers free support and resources to students like tutoring, advising, and financial guidance. Classes start Aug. 21.Ongoing -
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Food for Thought Lecture
Join for a talk titled "Sex: What's Love Got to Do With It?" with a mixed media presentation.Mon., July 31, 7:30pm. $5.Trinity Church of Austin, 4001 Speedway -
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Free Monday Tango
A delightful night of dance starts with an intro to authentic Argentine tango (no experience or partner needed) with Gustavo Simplis, and continues with two hours of social dancing with DJ G.Mondays, 6:30-10pm -
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Free Vaccine Clinic
Over a dozen vaccines will be available with no insurance or proof of citizenship required: hepatitis A & B, COVID-19, polio, HPV, MMR, and many more.Mon., July 31, 3-5pm -
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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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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.Ongoing -
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MoveOutATX Donation Stations
MoveOutATX works with reuse groups to keep gently used items out of the landfill during the West Campus move-out season. Eight pop-up stations will accept items like gently used furniture, housewares, appliances, clothing, arts & crafts supplies, nonperishable food items, hygiene products, and cleaning supplies. Get more details and find the full list online.Fri.-Mon., July 28-31, 11am-6pmVarious West Campus locations -
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MoveOutATX Free Furniture Market
Due to a partner program between the city of Austin, UT Office of Sustainability, UT Off-Campus Initiative, local reuse organizations, and local properties, residents can pick up free items collected from West Campus donation stations. The market runs on volunteers, so sign up for a shift if you'd like to help out and you'll get a cooling towel, snacks, cold water, and discounts at 10 local businesses.Fri.-Mon., July 28-31, 6:30-8:15pm. If items remain, also open Tue., Aug. 1, 10-11am. Free.UT Intramural Fields, 287 W. 51st -
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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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Nintendo Summer of Play
To celebrate summertime gaming, Nintendo gives guests of all ages the chance to discover their favorite Nintendo characters and learn more about the worlds they come from. There'll be plenty of activities, goodies, and games to play.July 28-31. Fri.-Sat., 10am-9pm; Sun., noon-6pm; Mon., 10am-8pm. Free. -
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Sixth Sense
Meet Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, experience the magic of infinity, and emerge with greater clarity and answers for how to live a lighter, more fulfilling, joyful, and connected life.Mon., July 31. $35. -
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Still Brewing Art
The world-renowned art museum looks back at its history as the Lone Star Brewery prior to 1981 through photographs, artwork, and posters.June 30-Sept. 3. $10-20.San Antonio -
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Stormy Monday Blues Nights
Join guitarist Robert Parker Jr. every Monday night for a limited-run private concert series featuring the best of the ATX blues scene, indoors on Mozart's new Loft stage with a real baby grand. Enjoy BYOB with no corkage fee. Guests include Henri Herbert, Jennifer Harrold, Lew Apollo, and more. Doors at 7, downbeat at 7:30.Mondays in July, 7-9:30 pm -
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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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Virtual & In-Person Mixxed Fit
It's Time Texas offers a free dance fitness class blending explosive dancing and boot camp-inspired toning, with all fitness levels welcome.Mondays, 6pm. 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