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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  
    get tickets
    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  
    More Info
    Butler Park

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    AISD Bond Community Conversations

    Review Austin ISD's draft bond package, which includes proposed school modernizations, facility upgrades, and other investments. Share your input before a final proposal is presented to the school board in August.
    Virtual: Tue. & Thu., July 12 & 14, 6pm. In person, Sat., July 16: Dobie MS, 10am; Travis ECHS, 1:30pm  
    more info
    Virtual; Dobie Middle School, 1200 E. Rundberg; Travis ECHS, 1211 E. Oltorf

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    Art in Public Places Applications Welcome

    The city seeks Texas-based artists to beautify public spaces, with commissions ranging from $43,000 to $625,000.
    Deadline: Thu., Aug. 4  
    apply now
    Apply online

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    Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series

    Summer sessions will take Humane Heroes on an epic adventure to learn what it means to care for a pet of their own and explore ways to help animals in need. The beloved Teddy Bear surgery is back for two sessions, and an outdoor movie night screens June 23. It all culminates in graduation Aug. 3.
    June 7-Aug. 3. Free.  
    info
    Austin Humane Society

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    Ballet Austin Online Fitness Classes

    Choose from a variety of movement classes offered via livestream.
    Sat., April 4  
    schedule
    Online

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    BRAVE Communities Conversation

    A discussion on how to deal with propaganda, mis- and disinformation, and fake news, featuring Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, UT-Austin researcher João Seno Ozawa, and ER doctor Sandeep Singh. Tacos, drinks, and snacks included with RSVP.
    Thu., July 14, 5:30pm. Free.  
    register
    Carver Branch Library

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    CER Lunchtime Lecture

    The Austin Water Center for Environmental Research presents a lecture about Alexander von Humboldt titled "The Invention of Modern Nature: The Earth as a 'Natural Whole.'”
    Thu., July 14, noon-1pm  
    more info
    Lamar Senior Activity Center

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    Donate Blood, Get Taquitos

    We Are Blood teams up with Whataburger to reward blood and platelet donors with a voucher for a free taquito. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.
    July 1-15  
    make an appointment
    We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives

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    Ecstatic Dance

    Connect with yourself and others at this meditative and transcendent barefoot dance night with a live DJ.
    Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-10:30pm. $22; $77 for eight-dance membership.  
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    Indra's Awarehouse

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    Fall Art Classes

    Art Garage is now registering students for eight- to 12-week classes this fall, which allow your kiddos ages 4-16 to explore several art mediums with certified art educators at afterschool and home school sessions.
    Classes begin Sept. 12. $350-550.  
    info
    Art Garage Oak Hill

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    Free Fitness Classes

    Stronger Austin, powered by It’s Time Texas, offers a variety of free fitness classes, from cardio to Zumba.
    Ongoing. Free.  
    schedule
    Online via Zoom

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    Jester King Summer Sessions

    A unique concert series at the Hall at Jester King with live music, dinner, and JK's world-renowned farmhouse ales. On-site lodging and campsites are available if you'd like to stay over after the show. Get the full star-studded lineup online.
    July 14, 16, 22 & 30; Aug. 5, 12, 20 & 27. Doors, 7pm; music, 8pm. $120.  
    get tickets
    Jester King Brewery

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    Learn to Earn This Summer

    The Austin Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Austin Community College, Temple College, Texas State Technical College, Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area, and Community Action, hosts public info sessions to get you on the fast track to immediate job openings in industries such as advanced manufacturing, health care and nursing, IT, and trades. In-person sessions are at ACC Round Rock (July 12) and ACC South Austin (July 15).
    Virtual: July 14 & 19, noon. In-person: July 12, 6pm; July 15, 1:30pm  
    register
    Various locations

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    MoveOutATX

    The city seeks volunteers for its event that collects gently used items from UT-Austin students during move-out season to divert items from the landfill. New this year is a Free Furniture Market (4901 Guadalupe), where Austinites can pick up completely gratis furniture (2:30-7pm each day). Sign up to volunteer and get plenty of perks from area businesses.
    July 28-31, 11am-6pm  
    info
    West Campus

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    Night Golf

    A nighttime shotgun-style nine-hole round made more fun and challenging with glow-in-the-dark balls.
    Thu.-Sat., 6-9:30pm. $20.  
    info
    Butler Pitch & Putt

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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. 20  
    more info
    Apply online

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    Pours for Pets

    Support Austin Pets Alive! and stay cool this summer by purr-chasing a passport that gets you a free drink at a variety of locations offering beer, wine, coffee, and more. Buy online and pick up your passport at any of the APA! thrift stores.
    Through July 31. $45.  
    info & purchase
    5801 Burnet Rd.; 1409 W. Oltorf; 5102 Clarkson

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    Reuse on the Runway Applications Welcome

    Austin Creative Reuse is putting on its second fashion show on Nov. 4 with looks made from upcycled materials, and seeks volunteers and designers. If you've got a creative fashion idea or a skill to contribute such as makeup artistry, set design, or modeling, apply now to get involved.
    Deadline: Sun., July 31. Free.  
    info

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    Out of Town

    Round Top Music Festival

    More than 80 young artists present orchestra, chamber, and solo work with concerts on Saturdays over six weeks. Weekday rehearsals in the concert hall are free and open to the public.
    June 5-July 17  
    info
    Round Top

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    Tech Time at the Library

    Bring your device and learn how to use it to access the library's digital materials like ebooks and movies.
    Thursdays, noon  
    info
    Central Library

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    The Drop-In

    A free outdoor concert series with select nights programmed by Black Fret.
    Thursdays through Aug. 11, 8pm. Free.  
    info
    Long Center for the Performing Arts

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    Tree Smart Lunch & Learn Series

    Led by experts from the Community Tree Preservation Division, the program helps residents and developers better understand the tree protection ordinance, how the city cares for our urban forest, and how you can help. Meeting includes a presentation, a box lunch, and plenty of time for questions.
    Thu., July 14, 11:45am-1pm  
    more info
    Permitting & Development Center, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr.

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    Volunteer Days at ACR

    Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.
    Tuesdays & Thursdays  
    sign up
    Austin Creative Reuse

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    Volunteer With TCDP

    With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.
    Ongoing  
    info
    Various locations

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    YMCA Early Learning Readiness Program

    A free community program for qualifying low-income families that focuses on preparing children ages 2-4 for school, while providing their caregivers with the tools to facilitate their child’s development. Classes are offered twice a week in English and Spanish and last one hour.
    English: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Spanish: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am.. Free.  
    Info
    Online
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