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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 5  
    Long Center for the Performing Arts
  • 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-2pm  
    Butler Park
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    (512) Cellar Sessions

    An intimate live music experience where (512) Brewing records and films an artist in a unique setting; this time it's the Nether Hour for their "Welcome Back" taping. Cane Rosso's mobile pizza oven will be on-site slingin' pies and Ion Art will have neon art pieces on display. Come one, Come all!
    Fri., May 14, 8pm. $15.  
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      ¡VAMONOS! A Caminos Talk Show

      Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center's Caminos program has created ¡VAMONOS!, an arts and variety show by teens for teens. Tune in via Facebook Live or Instagram TV.
      Every other Friday, 6pm  
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      Round Rock Express

      Vs. Sugar Land Skeeters. Dogs welcome on Thursday, the Express become the Chupacabras Friday, and Sunday is kids' day, with train rides and a postgame chance to run the bases. See schedule for details and more events.
      May 13-18. Thu.-Sat. & Mon., 7:05; Sun., 1:05, Tue., 6:05  
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      Yappy Hour

      A very pup-friendly benefit for Happy Hearts Dog Rescue with music by DJ Boyfriend, vendors Dog on Fleek and PrideBites selling apparel and products, reps from trainers Every Dog Austin, food for you and your doggo from the concession stand, and specials on Tito's and Maker's Mark cocktails and frozens.
      Fri., May 14, 5-9pm  
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      Black Fret’s Keep Live Music Alive Festival

      This outdoor concert event features over 25 local bands over three days, as well as a special tribute from Austin musicians to Bob Dylan for his 80th birthday to kick off Sunday’s festivities.
      Fri.-Sun., May 14-16. Black Fret membership required.  
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      Blue Nile Domain Showroom Opening

      Welcome Blue Nile jewelers' first Texas showroom to Domain NORTHSIDE. Appointments encouraged.
      Fri., May 14, 10am-9pm. Free.  
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      Carnival at Pinballz

      Enjoy an outdoor fair at the arcade's parking lot.
      Through May 27  
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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.
      Ongoing  
      Online
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      Club Latinitas

      Enrollment is open and ongoing for this free bilingual afterschool club for all girls age 9-14, which includes fun, educational activities with technology and media.
      Through May 21, 4-6pm  
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      COVID-19 Drive-Up Vaccination Clinic

      Residents 18 years of age and older can arrive without an appointment. Pre-registering online is not required but highly encouraged to help save time. This is for first dose Moderna vaccines, however, if you are more than 28 days past your Moderna first dose and have not received your second dose, you can also walk up and present your CDC vaccination card.
      Thu.-Fri., May 13-14, 9am-2:30pm. Pre-registration encouraged.  
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      COVID-19 Walk-Up Vaccine Clinic: Delco Center

      Residents 18 years of age and older can arrive without an appointment. Pre-registering online is not required but highly encouraged to help save time. This is for first dose Moderna vaccines, however, if you are more than 28 days past your Moderna first dose and have not received your second dose, you can also walk up and present your CDC vaccination card.
      May 13-15. Thu.-Fri., 3-7:30pm; Sat., 10am-2:30pm. Pre-registration encouraged.  
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      COVID-19 Walk-Up Vaccine Clinic: Little Walnut Creek Library

      Residents 18 years of age and older can arrive without an appointment. Pre-registering online is not required but highly encouraged to help save time. This is for first dose Moderna vaccines, however, if you are more than 28 days past your Moderna first dose and have not received your second dose, you can also walk up and present your CDC vaccination card.
      May 14-15. Fri., 2-5:30pm; Sat., 10am-1:30pm. Pre-registration encouraged.  
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      COVID-19 Walk-Up Vaccine Clinic: SE Branch Library

      Residents 18 years of age and older can arrive without an appointment. Pre-registering online is not required but highly encouraged to help save time. This is for first dose Moderna vaccines, however, if you are more than 28 days past your Moderna first dose and have not received your second dose, you can also walk up and present your CDC vaccination card.
      Thu.-Fri., May 13-14, 2-7:30pm. Pre-registration encouraged.  
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      Emancipet Virtual Lunch-in

      Order in, pack a lunch, or prep a picnic for you and your pet, then tune in to hear from Emancipet CEO Amy Mills and host Jim Spencer from KXAN-TV as they give you a behind-the-scenes look at how Emancipet is serving people and pets in our communities and adapting during challenging times. You’ll also meet Emancipet’s Philadelphia team and get a special tour of their brand-new clinic in Houston’s Monroe Medical Plaza.
      Fri., May 14, noon  
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      Emancipet's Virtual Lunch-In

      The passionately pro-animal nonprofit Emancipet is hosting this "Virtual Lunch-In," during which host Jim Spencer and Emancipet CEO Amy Mills will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how Emancipet is serving people and pets and adapting during challenging times. Bonus: You’ll also meet Emancipet’s Philadelphia team and get a tour of their new clinic in Houston’s Monroe Medical Plaza. Double bonus: There'll be a dog-inspired Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktail demonstration and a pet talent show (with dog and cat tricks). So order in, pack a lunch, or prep a picnic for you and your favorite domestic mammal – just be sure to tune in for a good pet-affirming time.
      Fri., May 14, noon. Free, but RSVP.  
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      Escape the Box

      Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.
      Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75.  
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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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      Explore ACC

      A virtual event for all future Riverbats. Get help completing your free application on the spot, figure out your next step, and ask all your questions about life at Austin Community College.
      May 21, 24 & 27, 10am & 1pm. Free.  
      Virtual
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      Frio Float Summer Sweets & Stars

      Join the Frio Float and Texas Ranchland Nightsky Tours for some sweet summer treats under the stars! Astronomers will answer questions on guided laser tours, and telescopes will be available for viewing until roughly 11pm.
      Fridays, 8-11pm. Free.  
      Concan
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      Houston Art Car Experience

      In place of the world-famous downtown parade, visitors will be able to reserve time slots to see 80 art cars up close.
      Fri.-Sun., May 14-16. $5-10.  
      Orange Show World Headquarters, Houston
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      I-35 Capital Express South Public Hearing

      Review the draft environmental assessment and the recommended alternative for improvements to I-35 from Hwy. 290 W./SH 71/Ben White Blvd. to SH 45 Southeast.
      Online
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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., 1-5pm  
      Sweet Berry Farm, Burnet
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      Lee County Fair

      There’s no rodeo this year, but there will be plenty of fun with a car show, carnival, cook-offs, and two stages of music.
      Thu.-Sat., May 13-15  
      Giddings
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      Magnolia Days

      It’s fun around the courthouse square with a market, biergarten, food vendors, and lots of music.
      Fri.-Sat., May 14-15. Free.  
      Columbus
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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 4  
      Virtual
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      No Stone Unturned: A Lifetime of Archaeology

      Ben McReynolds has donated his extensive and unique collection to the museum. It will be on view for a year along with the permanent collection that includes artifacts from La Belle, the French ship discovered in Matagorda Bay; the story of ranching on the coast; and more than 13,000 years of Texas history.
      April 23, 2021-April 30, 2022. Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm  
      Museum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria
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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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      Puppet Show

      An original story created by Oscar, Indigo Play's very own puppeteer. Come for the show, and stay for the play in a huge educational playscape, dedicated baby area, imagination play space, and sensory room.
      Fridays & Saturdays, 11am. $12.  
      Indigo Play, 13530 Research
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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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      Texas State Baseball

      Vs. Georgia State.
      Fri., May 14, 6pm; Sat., May 15, 2:30pm; Sun., May 16, noon  
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      Trade Days

      Browse the 350 vendors in seven barns or just relax in the shade listening to the music.
      Fri.-Sun., May 14-16. $5 (parking).  
      Fredericksburg
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      Winter Storm Review Task Force Meeting

      Community testimony will be summarized in a report and submitted to City Council by the end of this July. To share your experiences during and in the aftermath of Winter Storm Uri, click here.
      Fri., May 14, 6-8pm  
      Videoconference
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