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Accessible Parking Enforcement Training
If you’ve ever seen one of those a-holes parked in a clearly marked accessible-parking space that’s not for them and thought, “I wish I could do something about this,” here’s your chance. This program from the city’s Transportation and Public Works Department, in partnership with APD, deputizes volunteers to issue citations and warnings to illegally parked vehicles and educate the community to help ensure accessible parking is available for those who need it. Attend a couple of hours of training over two days (one online, one in the field), and you’re all set! Just don’t let the power go to your head. – Kat McNevinsFri.-Sat., Feb. 16-17Virtual -
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“Iconic Objects From American’s Music History”
Oh good – stuff! Music stuff! The LBJ Library is bringing a new traveling exhibition – “Music America: Iconic Objects From America’s Music History” – to town for the next six months. Curated by the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music, the exhibit examines American music through instruments, handwritten lyrics, costumes, and other objects from Johnny Cash, Sam Cooke, Bob Dylan, Ella Fitzgerald, Woody Guthrie, Jimi Hendrix, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Prince, Taylor Swift, and others. There’s a letter from Buddy Holly to his mother sent shortly before he died, Chuck D’s handwritten lyrics to “Fight the Power,” a fox fur stole from Billie Holiday’s closet, plus a hundred other precious, totemic items. – Brant BingamonSat., Feb. 17 -
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Eighth Annual Comedy Festival Weekend at Horseshoe Bay Resort
Legendary comedians Rob Schneider and Joe Sib take the stage for an intimate evening of hilarious fun over the Presidents Day holiday weekend. Special room night packages include admission for two and late checkout. Choose from a special menu featuring light bites and house-crafted pizza along with special cocktails, beer, and wine.Sat.-Sun., Feb. 17-18 -
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Get Out the Vote With TCDP
You really can’t underestimate the power of personal connection when it comes to voting, and the more people who participate, the more representative our democracy really is. That’s why the Travis County Democratic Party wants you to come help knock on doors to drum up participation in the March primary election. Put on your walking shoes, meet up at Wheatsville on Guadalupe at 10, and hit the streets to get people fired up to go vote. – Kat McNevinsSat., Feb. 17 -
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Love Bites
Valentine’s Day may be past, but love is still in the air – as is the sound of bat wings. Austin’s most ghoulish and nationally acclaimed Halloween attraction, the House of Torment, cracks open the crypt for three nights of vampiric terror in this specially themed event designed to chill the blood and get your heart pumping. Feel like impressing that special someone? The date night package comes with photos, two drinks at the secret Neon Coffin bar, and an eyeball rose bouquet. – Richard WhittakerFri.-Sat., Feb 16-18 -
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Undeadfully Yours
You know you’re in for a particular, um, vein of Valentine’s market when the event poster features a Cupid that looks drawn by Tom of Finland. And, mmhmm, the Glass Coffin, Austin’s preeminent emporium of all things macabre, joins with the Velvet Casket for a night of goth speed dating, light kink play, and photos with a Cupid who might just be that ripped. More than 20 vendors will be flaunting their eldritch wares, sonically abetted by DJ Detra, welcoming all fashionable creatures of the night, but: ages 18 and older only, tyvm. – Wayne Alan BrennerSat., Feb. 17
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Adult Skate Night
Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight -
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Baby Bloomers
A special program for visitors ages 0-3 and their families, providing caregivers and early learners the chance to experience the children's museum together. Thinkery will host two storytimes and free play that support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of the earliest learners.Saturdays, 8-10am -
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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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GoldenGaia Vendor Market + Holistic Fair
Explore a diverse selection of vendors, including artisans, psychic readers, and holistic practitioners who can help heal mind, body, and spirit.Sat.-Sun., 11am-5pm. Free. -
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Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid
Jan. 27-March 3. Sat.-Sun., times vary. $22 and up. -
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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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Small Business Division Webinars
Do you own a small business or have entrepreneurial dreams? The city's Small Business Division is here to help! Find resources and a selection of instructional webinars on the city's site, with many free classes and some with a small fee.OngoingVirtual
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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