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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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Dionysus Disco
Mesmerize presents a weekend of dancing, drinks, and festivities! Enjoy vendors, unique art experiences, DJs, live painters and more. Costumes are highly encouraged (especially those of the Ancient Greek reveler kind).Fri., July 23, 8pm-2am. Free, limited VIP tickets available for $65.Native Hostel -
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SIMS Electric Art Party & Online Auction
Over 30 local musicians have donated their art to the SIMS Foundation for an auction to raise funds to support mental health and substance use recovery services for the music industry. Start bidding online now, and join the wrap party to view and bid on the art, meet some of the artists, listen to music from Akina Adderley and Frederico7, and watch live painting by Gabriel Portillo. Treats include artisan popsicles from Odd Pop and drink specials from Deep Eddy Vodka, Lone Star, and Nine Banded Whiskey.Online auction open July 9-24; in-person event Sat., July 24, 4-7pm. Donations encouraged. -
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Summer Out Loud
A challenge that encourages families to make time for summer fun with on-demand workouts, activities, and three free visits to the Y. Text SUMMER to 877/799-6220 to register, then pick up a passport filled with ideas and activities, or download it online and get started. Turn in the completed passport at the end to be eligible to win a membership or a family trip.Through Aug. 4. Free.All Austin YMCA locations -
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Tiniest Dog Party in Texas
Calling all tiny dogs! Li'l doggos under 15 pounds, get dressed in your finest and get ready for dog tarot readings by Lucky Dog Tarot, a costume contest, mini meals for pups and parents, and pet family portraits from 6-7pm. DJ BoyFriend spins the tunes.Fri., July 23, 6-9pm. Free.Hotel Vegas & Volstead, 1500 E. Sixth -
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Yoga on the Lawn
Start your Friday off right with a peaceful yoga session on the beautiful museum grounds.Fridays, 9-10am
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Arts in the Park
Pack up your picnic blankets, pile everyone into the car, and set up on the great lawn for a summer filled with live entertainment, including music, movies, and theatre under the stars.Fridays, 7pm. Free.Buda Amphitheater & City Park, 204 San Antonio St., Buda -
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Austin Fire Youth Explorers
City of Austin Fire Department is recruiting youth ages 14-20 to join Exploring, Boy Scouts of America's character and career development program for youth. The AFD Explorer Post #370 teaches youth about careers in fire rescue and helps them sharpen leadership skills.Deadline: Oct. 1. Free.Apply online -
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Austin Hounds Calendar Contest
To help reach the fundraising goal of $10,000 for nonprofit Hound Rescue, Dog Days Photography is holding a calendar contest with a $10 entry fee and vote cost of $1 each. Thirteen lucky puppers will appear in the calendar, and each week will feature mini contests with winning dogs receiving prizes from sponsor businesses. Contest opens at 7am Mon., July 12; get more deets and enter online.July 12-Aug. 23. $10 donation.Online -
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Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series
For a paw-some summer, register your li'l animal lover for AHS's virtual, hands-on educational sessions, including live shelter tours, dog walks, storytime with shelter pets, crafts, and dance sessions. It's all free, and supplies are provided via pickup or you can get a supply list online. Graduation is Aug. 6-7 and comes with a certificate and swag bag.June 1-Aug.7. Free.Virtual -
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Beyond Van Gogh
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Broadway Master Class
Class is now full; ask about wait list. A workshop geared toward students age 10+ with a strong passion for the performing arts. Students will study the three disciplines of musical theatre (acting, voice, and dance) and dive into song interpretation, vocal technique, scene study, and monologue performance.Mon.-Fri., July 19-23. #350. -
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Call for Projects: Experiments in Art and Science
Do you enjoy experimenting with art and/or science? For Collection Rert's open call show they are seeking artists and scientists, from novice to professional, who want to follow their curiosity and document their discoveries. No matter what you're curious about, they welcome the sharable evidence of your experiments. Email collectionrert@gmail.com.Submit intent ASAP for projects due by Aug. 12; show opens Sat., Aug. 14. Free. -
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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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Float to Freedom
True Rest Float Spa offers unlimited floats when you sign up for any membership level in July.Through July 31. $65 for basic membership.10721 Research Ste. B-170 -
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Hill Country Auto Swap Meet
Car enthusiasts come together to find just about anything vehicle-related, plus restoration projects for sale at various stages of completion.Fri.-Sun., July 23-25Fredericksburg -
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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-4pmMuseum of the Coastal Bend, Victoria -
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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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Summer Hip-Hop Classes
Dance to the latest styles of hip-hop dance and current hip-hop music. High-energy instructors teach basic to advanced levels.Offered daily throughout summer. $5-26. -
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Surrender to Your Heart
Starts with cacao, and continues with yin yoga and sound healing.Fri., July 23, 6:30pm. $10-30 donation.Flow Yoga, 202 Walton Way #200, Cedar Park -
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Sweet Treats With Frost Bank
Take a break from the heat and grab a sweet treat from Bahama Bucks.Fri., July 23, 1-3pm. Free.Frost Bank, 12532 FM 2244, Bee Cave -
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The Bullock Museum: Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow
This powerful show, a traveling exhibition organized by the New-York Historical Society, explores the transformative years after the Civil War and the rise of Jim Crow, centering on stories of African Americans who pursued the ideals of Reconstruction and persevered in the face of a developing legal system promoting racial inequality.Through Nov. 28 -
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Virtual Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin
Stronger Austin has a full slate of free exercise classes available via Zoom, ranging from MixxedFit to Zumba, family yoga to yoga en español, and lots more, taking place in the morning, afternoon, or evening, so there's bound to be something that fits your schedule. And did we mention they're all free?Mon.-Sat., times varyOnline -
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Winter Storm Review Task Force Meeting
Planning and preparation for task force’s final report and Council work session presentation regarding the community’s experiences during and in the aftermath of Winter Storm Uri.Fri., July 23, 9amVideoconference
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APA! Pours for Pets
Austin Pets Alive! puts the "fun" in "fundraiser" this month: For $40, you can purr-chase a passport to use participating locations throughout July, and at each stop, pick up a coffee, beer, glass of wine, or even a refreshing agua fresca. The nonprofit animal shelter is partnering with Austin favorites like Irene’s, Hank’s, Cosmic Coffee, Yard Bar, and more, and proceeds go to pets in need.July 1-31. $40 donation.Citywide
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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 -
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Palm District Planning Survey
Austin’s Palm District is located on the eastern edge of Downtown between I-35 and Trinity St., running from Rainey St. to 15th St. The city's Housing and Planning Department seeks public input on the future of the area as it develops the final Palm District Small Area Plan. Explore the area, take a survey, and ask questions on the city’s project website.OngoingOnline -
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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide
