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BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration
Join BookSpring for an enchanting celebration of reading at BookSpring Fest: A Read Aloud Celebration! Enjoy inspiring stories read aloud from pillars of the community, carnival games, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon makers, books, and refreshments (ALL FREE).Sat. May 4, 12pm-6pmBookSpring -
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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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Austin Record Convention
Find a treasure trove of excellent vinyl, and get first dibs with an "early shopper" ticket to gain admission on Friday.Fri.-Sun., May 6-8. Fri., 10am-5pm (early shop); Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 10am-5pm. $5-30. -
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COTA Food Drive
It's a literal food drive at Circuit of the Americas, as COTA collects donations for Central Texas Food Bank and invites fans to cruise the world-famous 3.4-mile track.Sun., May 8, noon-4pm -
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Pecan Street Festival
The long-running arts & crafts and music festival hosts hundreds of local artisans and vendors, and the music lineup includes the Peterson Brothers, Deer Fellow, Summer Rental, and dozens of other artists on three stages. Forty food vendors offer everything from smoothies to funnel cake, and kids will enjoy rides, a petting zoo, face-painting, and more.Sat.-Sun., May 7-8. Sat., 11am-10pm; Sun., 11am-8pmSixth Street between Brazos & I-35 -
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Useful Plants & Trees Workshop
Join the Lumber Society for an intensive workshop on edible, medicinal, and utilitarian uses of local flora.Sun., May 8, 10am-2pm. $60.
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Austin Flea
Two chances to catch the Austin Flea market this weekend: Saturday at De Nada, and Sunday at Jester King.May 7-8. Sat., noon-5pm; Sun., 11am-5pmDe Nada Cantina, 4715 E. Cesar Chavez; Jester King Brewery, 13187 Fitzhugh -
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AVP Pro Series Austin Open
The top pro beach volleyball players make their first stop on their 2022 tour, with Olympic stars and up-and-comers battling it out.Fri.-Sun., May 6-8, 9am-6pm. $20/day. -
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¡Estar Guars!
It's a double whammy of fiestas for May the Fourth and Cinco de Mayo. Emmy-nominated sketch group Latino Comedy Project imagines what Star Wars would be like were it set “not long ago, in a barrio just around the way" in this multimedia comedy show.April 28-May 8. Wed.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 5pm. $25. -
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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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Blue Genie Art Bazaar’s May Market
If you've been missing Blue Genie since the holidays, never fear. Shop the work of over 100 regional artisans and craftspeople all month at the May market, which is the perfect place to find gifts for all your spring occasions.April 29-May 29, Fri.-Sun., and Mon., May 30. Free. -
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Bluegrass Jam
Pickers of all levels and ages welcome at this family-friendly jam.Sundays, 12-3pm. Through June 12. Free. -
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Buccaneer Days
There’s lots of fun things to do and see, from pig races to professional rodeo, a carnival, and lots of live music.May 5-15Corpus Christi -
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Doom Metal Goat Yoga
What could be better than yoga with baby goats and sludgy doom metal riffs?Saturdays through May 28 and Sun., May 8, 10am. $25. -
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Drop-in Hip Hop Classes for Adults
Beginner to advanced dancers welcome to drop in for a great workout set to hip-hop and pop music.Sundays, 12:30pm. $5-26. -
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Free Mother's Day Concert
For a great way to close out the day, the Austin Symphonic Band will perform well-known tunes, including marches and Broadway musical numbers, that you and Mom are sure to enjoy.Sun., May 8, 7pm. Free. -
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Hill Country Run Motorcycle Rally
Three days filled with hearty food, live music, an auction, vendor alley, new friends, and miles of riding through vistas.May 6-8Luckenbach -
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Lavender Festival
Enjoy a day at the vineyards with food trucks, a lavender market and vendors, and music. Reservations required.Sat.-Sun., May 7-8Stonewall -
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Mother's Day at MOIC
The Museum of Ice Cream transforms 12 multisensory installations into a celebration of moms, and will serve up immersive crafts, games, and special cocktails all weekend.Sat.-Sun., May 7-8Museum of Ice Cream, 11506 Century Oaks Terrace #128 -
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Mother's Day Sale at the Contemporary
Spoil the moms in your life with gifts as special and unique as they are by shopping a curated collection of artist-designed jewelry, homewares, books, cards, and more. And Mom will be so proud that you’re supporting your local arts community, too.Through May 8 -
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Obama Portraits Tour
Portraits of the former president and first lady by Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald are on view before moving to the National Portrait Gallery.April 3-May 30Museum of Fine Arts, Houston -
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Other Worlds Screenplay Contest
Other Worlds Film Festival's eighth annual screenwriting contest, part of its mission to encourage work in science fiction and horror, is accepting submissions. New this year is the "under 18" category for young'uns starting to learn the craft. Early-bird deadline is March 31; entry fees increase with each following deadline (each month until August).Final deadline: Aug. 20Apply online -
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Pride 2022 Call for Artists
The Dougherty Arts Center seeks submissions from LGBTQ+ artists for a pop-up exhibit during the Pride celebration with the theme "Glow Up!" Get all the details and submit online.Submissions due May 30; exhibit held June 15Online -
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Public Comment Period for City Draft Allocation Plan
Each year, the city prepares a plan detailing the amount of federal funding to be allocated to various housing and public service programs. Give your feedback online or at a public hearing Tue., May 10, 6:30pm, with the Community Development Commission, or Thu., June 9, 10am, with City Council.Through June 10Online -
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Public Input on ARP Funding for Homelessness
The public is invited to provide input on the city's plan to allocate federal funds dedicated to homelessness and housing instability, either online or at a public hearing May 10 with the Community Development Commission or June 9 with City Council.Through June 10Online -
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Salado Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering
Poets and musicians gather to entertain and help preserve the culture and heritage of the American West.Thu.-Sun., May 5-8Salado -
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Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Come for the jousting and birds of prey, but stay for the games and food.Sat.-Sun., April 9-May 29, and Mon., May 30Waxahachie -
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Splash Dance! With Erica Nix
Shake it up in your swimsuit every Sunday with Erica Nix's poolside aerobics.Sundays, 10-11am. Through Sept. 25. RSVP, $20. -
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Spring Compost Fundraiser
In celebration of Earth month and their goal to help create a zero-waste community, Texas Farmers’ Market is launching a fundraiser to help bring their free: composting program back to its Mueller market. Donate online or at the market on Sundays, 10am-2pm, and get a free water bottle for your donation.Through May 31 -
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Stick With Me
All month, We Are Blood is rewarding blood and platelet donors with a limited-edition "Stick With Me" T-shirt when they bring a friend along to donate. Appointments required; make one online or call 512/206-1266.May 1-31We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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Summer Jobs With the City
The city has announced a round of attractive bonuses for summer employees including lifeguards and summer camp staff. Wages start at $15/hour, and bonuses range from $750 to $1,250 depending on qualifications. Get all the details and apply online soon!Apply now; bonuses for employees starting by June 6Austin pools and summer camps -
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Sunday Funday
Children of all ages are welcome to drop in and make Mother’s Day cards using a real printing press.Sun., May 8, 11am-2pm. Free; supplies provided. -
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Teapot Planting Party
A planting party with a DIY teapot to paint, plus charcuterie from Nosh'd and champagne, mimosas, and tea.May 7-8. Sat., 11am & 3pm; Sun., 11:30am & 3pm. $55. -
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The Power of Movesz
Join a 30-day wellness campaign to get inspired, get healthy, and make a positive change. Proceeds go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.Through May. $35.Virtual -
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U-Pick Strawberries and Flowers
It’s berry picking time in the Highland Lakes area, and don’t forget to try the homemade strawberry ice cream.Thu.-Tue. (closed Wednesdays)Sweetberry Farms, Marble Falls -
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Virtual Fitness Classes
Stronger Austin has a full slate of free virtual classes all week long, from cardio & strength to Zumba, so you can always fit some fitness in your schedule.Ongoing. Free.Online -
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Viva Texas Rivers! Book Celebration
River experts Andrew Sansom and Joe Nick Patoski will discuss Texas rivers, and the authors and editors of the anthology of Texas river stories will sign copies of the book. A limited number of reservations are available, so sign up now.Sun., May 8, 3pm. Free; reservations required.The Wittliff Collections, San Marcos
