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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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Earth Day Jubilee with The Trail Conservancy
Join The Trail Conservancy on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail for the 2nd Annual Earth Day Jubilee celebration! Enjoy live music by Mr. Will, Motenko, and Brother Thunder, eco-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, and fun for the whole family.Sat. Apr. 20, 10am-2pmButler Park
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1800s Mother's Day
Being a mother is a tough and important job, and you can see how Texas women did it in a Mother’s Day Homes Tour at the historic farm. Crafts to make Mom a gift for her special day will be offered for children, as will special walking tours of the popular "Girls of Grit" program about women in Texas history. A Mother’s Day tea takes place in the historic Wessels dance hall at 11am both days, with limited seating.Sat.-Sun., May 8-9. $10 admission; free for moms; $5 for tea service. -
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Austin FC Queso Cup
Austin FC, H-E-B, and 512 Food Co. partnered to present the inaugural Queso Cup contest. Fans send in their best queso recipes to be judged by a team including Q2 Stadium's exec chef. The prize includes an autographed Austin FC soccer ball, a $500 H-E-B gift card, and two tickets to an upcoming Austin FC match. The winning queso will also be one of the three featured in the club’s Queso Fountain, said to be "the signature Austin FC queso experience."Submissions due Mon., May 10Online -
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Mother's Day Tea Party
Here's the Neill-Cochran House's special Sunday Funday to celebrate mothers. You can wear your best tea party hat/attire and prepare the fixins for a tea party in Mom’s honor. Craft a special placemat, construct bright paper flowers and napkin rings, with all the necessary supplies and assistance from the helpful museum staff. Ah, this might be the perfect event for daughters and their moms – and fun for the entire family.Sun., May 9, 1-4pm. $8. -
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Paddle for Puppies
A fundraiser for Austin Pets Alive! presented by Austin Subaru. This year it's spread out over three days to accommodate everyone who wants to canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard for the cause.Fri.-Sun., May 7-9 -
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Round Rock Express
Minor League Baseball is back, and they open the season playing against Oklahoma City Dodgers May 6-11, then the Sugar Land Skeeters May 13-18. Check the schedule for all the fun promo details including giveaway days, dog-friendly games, kids' day, and more, and enjoy postgame fireworks on opening day and Fridays.Thu.-Sat. & Mon., 7:05; Sun., 1:05, Tue., 6:05 -
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Texas Crab Festival
A ferry ride away from Galveston, the food will make you want to walk like a crab and the music will get you dancing.Fri.-Sun., May 7-9. $10.Crystal Beach -
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Virtual Kitten Shower
It's kitten season! Austin Humane Society's annual event is fur-tual this year, featuring adorable kittens and cats available for adoption, virtual activities, a kitten supply drive, and paw-some happy hours. Donate online and check out one of the events::- Kitten Trivia: Thu., May 6, 6pm:
- Kitten Yoga: Sat., May 8, 10am; Tue., May 11, 5:30pm:
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- Whiskey & Whiskers: Thu., May 13, 8pm
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Austin FC Watch Party
Join Austin FC supporters Los Verdes and La Murga de Austin to view the broadcast of the game vs. Sporting Kansas City. Bring a chair to set up in front of the large outdoor screen.Sun., May 9, 6:30pm -
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Austin Flea
Shop handmade, vintage, and local goods, and grab a slice and an award-winning brew.Second Sundays -
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Barton Creek Farmers Market
A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot) -
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City of Austin "How to Help" Portal
Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.OngoingOnline -
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Esquina Tango Outdoor Classes
Esquina Tango has a full calendar of socially distanced, donation-based outdoor classes like samba, salsa aerobics, and of course, tango. Check out the full calendar online.Ongoing -
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It’s Strawberry Time
The berries are ripe for the picking! Check the website for the latest updates. Enjoy additional farm activities on weekends; closed Wednesdays.Through May. Mon.-Tue., 8:30am-5:30pm, Thu.-Sat., 8:30am-5:30pm, Sun., 1-5pmSweet Berry Farm, Burnet -
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Maudie's Margarita Run Benefiting the Trail Foundation
Back for the 18th year, Maudie’s Moonlight Margarita Run brings two of Austin’s favorites together: running and margaritas! You can complete your 5K anytime through May 31, and a drive-through packet pickup party will be held on June 4, including yummy Maudie's chips & dips and margaritas. Each dollar raised benefits the Trail Foundation.Run through May 31; party, June 4Virtual -
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Mother's Day & Mimosas
Book an hour of axe-throwing and everyone gets a mimosa on the house; moms get two!Fri.-Sun., May 7-9 -
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Mother's Day at Diamonds Direct
After a challenging year, it's time to celebrate the person who got us through it all: Mom. Join: Diamonds Direct as they say “cheers” to the moms this Mother’s Day! The Austin jeweler has curated an: exceptional collection of diamond and gemstone jewelry that is meaningful and affordable for any budget, from: stackable rings to earrings, bracelets, pendants, and more. View the curated gift guide online then visit the Domain showroom; virtual appointments, curbside pickup, and private appointments are available.May 5-9Diamonds Direct, 11104 Domain Dr. -
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Mother's Day at Eureka!
Treat Mom to a $30 prix fixe menu including appetizer, entree, and a Mommy’s on a Break cocktail: a refreshing blend of tequila, blood orange, yuzu, Grand Poppy amaro, rosemary, and lemon.Prix fixe: May 7-10; cocktail available May 5-11 -
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Mother's Day at High 5
Give Mom the gift of family time with a day at the lanes. Moms bowl free with a purchase of one all-access pass, and all moms get a free dessert.Sun., May 9, 11am-9pm -
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Mother's Day at Pinballz
Treat fun-loving moms to MOMosa buckets and brunch specials and enter the Mother’s Day giveaway on social media.Sun., May 9Austin-area Pinballz Arcades -
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Mother's Day Special at Indigo Play
Kids can enjoy the playscape while moms sip complimentary mimosas and take a turn in a soothing massage chair.Sun., May 9, 11am-6pm. $8.Indigo Play, 13530 Research #102 -
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Mother’s Day at the Science Mill
Spend a day with Mother Nature in the outdoor Science & Art Park, with exhibits all ages will enjoy. Explore the Butterfly Garden and make wildflower seed bombs to give as a gift (11am-2pm), enjoy a picnic lunch in the pecan grove across the creek, then head to the neighboring Johnson Settlement Trail for a Hill Country stroll.Sun., May 9, 10am-4pmScience Mill, 101 S. Lady Bird Ln., Johnson City -
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Outdoor Reuse Market: Call for Vendors
Are you a vendor who uses at least 50% reused or reclaimed materials in your handmade goods? Austin Creative Reuse is taking applications for their June 26-27 outdoor market.Deadline: May 15. $10.Apply online -
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RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants
The RENT Assistance Program application portal is now open, and provides $25 million of direct support for income-eligible Austin renters who are financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the eligibility details and apply online, or call 512/488-1397.March 15-June 18 -
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Repeat Platelet Donors Get Special Gift
Platelet donors at We Are Blood will receive a limited-edition "Donate Platelets Y'all" T-shirt when they donate twice in May. Appointments required; schedule online or call 512/206-1266.May 1-31. Free.We Are Blood donor centers -
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Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Lords and ladies with proper face coverings and social distancing return to the days of merry olde England for jousts, turkey legs, and merriment.Weekends, April 10-May 30, and Mon., May 31Waxahachie -
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Sherwood Forest Faire
After shifting to a virtual faire last year, the Renaissance faire is back, live and in person, with over 170 artisans and 150 performances each day. Special add-ons include a Hawk Walk with a falconer and a "dream weaving" journey and drinks with King Ddrwg. Each day offers an abundance of medieval treats and activities for the whole family, and camping is available as well. Get all the details and buy tickets online.Open weekends through May 23 and Fri., April 23, 10am-dusk -
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University of Texas Men's Tennis
Vs. Northern Arizona. Sat., May 8, noon. NCAA second round: Sun., May 9, noonTexas Tennis Center, 2100 Comal
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Austin Parks and Recreation Summer Camp Lottery Registration
Applicants can register for a random lottery drawing for limited in-person camps. In-person camp costs $120 per week with $20 due upon acceptance of lottery spot.April 19-May 16Online -
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Austin Transit Partnership Advisory Committees Applications
Applications are now open to join the following committees: Engineering, Architecture, and Construction;: Finance and Risk; and Planning, Sustainability, Equity, and DBE Advisory. The governing body of the agency created to build out Project Connect, ATP will oversee funding, designing, and implementing the $7.1 billion mass transit overhaul.OngoingOnline -
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Drive-Through Vaccine Clinic Volunteers
If you're interested in volunteering at Travis County's drive-through vaccine clinic at COTA, sign up here.Clinic open: Fridays-Sundays
