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  • ICMCA presents Sarod and Flute legends - Basant Kabra and Nityanand Haldipur

    Join ICMCA for a tribute to the musical legacy of the legendary Annapurna Devi. This special concert features 2 of her most distinguished disciples: Basant Kabra on the sarod and Nityanand Haldipur on the flute - traveling from India for an exclusive performance, presented only by ICMCA. Accompanied by Abhijit Banerjee and Gourisankar on the Tabla.
    Sat. June 7, 5pm  
    Unity Church of the Hills
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    Art Night

    Ah: To create is to live, wouldn’t you say? How about you live it up on North Loop, then, and join lefty hangout Monkeywrench for their weekly art night. Bring your own supplies, or partake of their provided creation collection – including button-making supplies, markers, and collage ephemera – if you’re a little light on materials. Whatever you do, just make something that makes you happy. That’s what this whole life is all about. – James Scott
    Wed., May 28
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    Pop Up Library Stops

    Amidst the multitudinous resources our local libraries offer in their brick-and-mortars, Austin Public Library also goes on the road! Throughout every month, APL packs up their stuff into a van and drives around town to various places. A visit to one of these mobile van pop-ups gives anyone the opportunity to sign up for a library card, check out books, put in item requests, and even return rented reads. This week’s upcoming stops include Anderson Mill Senior Activity Center (May 27, 11am), Marshalling Yard Emergency Shelter (May 28, 9am), and the Esperanza Community (May 28, 2pm). Head to library.austintexas.gov/events to see future pop-ups in your area. – James Scott
    May 27-28
    Multiple locations
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    Yiddish Songs of Resistance with Mazel Tov Kocktail Hour

    Brothers and sisters in work and in need/ all who are scattered far and wide.” So goes “The Oath,” the official anthem of the General Jewish Labour Bund, one of the first groups to truly recognize the menace of the rising Nazi party and Stalinist authoritarianism. In prewar Europe, Yiddish quickly became the language of resistance, and Austin’s preeminent Klezmer revivalists Mazel Tov Kocktail Hour celebrate that tradition with a night of songs to reinvigorate the spirit of defiance. Now, sing along: “Brider un shvester fun arbet un noyt, Ale vos zaynen tsezeyt un tseshpreyt!” – Richard Whittaker
    Wed., May 28
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    Buddhist Meditation

    Asenath Avinash, who has over a decade of experience practicing both Zen and Tibetan Buddhism, leads an hourlong meditation session. Drop-ins welcome; no registration required.
    Wednesdays, noon. Donations appreciated.  
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    College Day at the Dock

    The eyes of Texas are upon college students on Wednesdays. Have your student ID ready, because it'll get you half off a boat rental all day.
    Wednesdays  
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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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    Kerrville Folk Festival

    Since 1972, there’s only been one fest with the length (18 days!), the talent (Dale Watson! Fruition! Carsie Blanton!), and the craft-building (songwriting, guitar, and harmonica workshops all fest!) to bring everyone out into nature like Kerrville Folk Fest.
    May 22 - June 8
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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.
    Ongoing  
    Virtual
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    Trivia 512

    We really have no shortage of trivia events in this town full of smarties, but what grabbed my attention with this one was the quality of the prizes. First place gets $125 to spend at happenin’ host venue Radio, plus $15 to whiskey distillery Still Austin, and second place wins $75 at Radio and $15 at Still. Third place is even a good prize: a bag of high-quality Radio coffee beans and a koozie. So dust off the ol’ brain, grab some buds, and head over to Radio on Wednesdays to give it a go. Fuel up beforehand with a 5-7 happy hour and discounted burgers, fries, and chicken sandwiches from Shortwave. – Kat McNevins
    Wednesdays
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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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