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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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A Conversation With Kevin Willmott
Join Austin Film Festival at the Agard-Lovinggood Auditorium to get a look into the writing process and career of acclaimed screenwriter Kevin Willmott (BlacKkKlansman, Destination Planet Negro, Da 5 Bloods), who will speak about balancing messages of social justice with entertainment, working with famed director Spike Lee, and more.Wed., Aug. 9, 6pm. $7-10. -
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Hoppy Hour for Grownups Featuring Tiny Tails
Snuggle up to some of the cutest low-allergy animals from Tiny Tails to You, sure to lower your Hump Day stress level.Wed., Aug. 9, 3-4:30pm. Free.
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AEDP Session
You may have heard that Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is expanding. AUS Expansion & Development Program projects seek small, local, or diverse businesses to help the airport grow. Learn more at the second of three info sessions; the third will be Sept. 20.Wed., Aug. 9, 10-11:30amVirtual -
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ArtConnect Youth Art Contest
The city's fourth annual contest is open now for submissions from Austin students ages 10 to 18. In honor of Digital Inclusion Week (Oct. 2-6), young artists are asked to "picture a world where everyone is connected digitally." The top three entries win a monetary prize and will have their artwork displayed in city spaces.Deadline: Thu., Aug. 31 -
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Beat the Heat
With Central Texas experiencing extremely high temperatures, city leaders issued a reminder to be aware of Excessive Heat Watch and Excessive Heat Warning alerts from the National Weather Service. A warning means action should be taken immediately to avoid heat-related illness. The city began a pilot program in July at Republic Square with misting tents and cold bottled water, and always offers facilities like rec centers and libraries as cooling centers. In addition, city pool fees are waived Aug. 9-Sept. 30, except for Barton Springs. Visit the city's website for more information, and always check before you head to an outdoor event: For safety, organizers may cancel events that put people at risk due to the heat.Ongoing -
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Blue Star Museums
The Bullock Museum is part of a collaboration of the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America, which means active duty military members and their families get free exhibit admission all summer, from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.May 20-Sept. 4 -
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Buddhist Meditation
Asenath Avinash, who has over a decade of experience practicing both Zen and Tibetan Buddhism, leads an hourlong meditation session. Drop-ins welcome; no registration required.Wednesdays, noon. Donations appreciated. -
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City of Austin Budget Town Hall: District 5
Learn about the city's upcoming budget approval process and provide input.Wed., Aug. 9, 6pm. Free. -
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College Day at the Dock
The eyes of Texas are upon college students on Wednesdays. Have your student ID ready, because it'll get you half off a boat rental all day.Wednesdays -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Blue Bell
Just in time for Texas' hottest month, We Are Blood offers a tasty and cool treat as a reward for donating blood or platelets: a pint of Blue Bell ice cream.Aug. 1-14We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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Epilepsy Support Group
Listen to the experiences of other people with epilepsy and other seizure disorders. Tuesdays are for family group, and Wednesday is for adults.Second Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 7pm. Free.Online via Zoom -
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Fall Registration Open
Austin Community College is now registering for the fall semester, offering more than 100 programs including associate degrees, workforce certificates, and more. ACC offers free support and resources to students like tutoring, advising, and financial guidance. Classes start Aug. 21.Ongoing -
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Fresh for Less Mobile Markets
This program from the city of Austin, run by Farmshare Austin, has opened new market locations. There are now six weekly markets around town that sell Texas-grown produce, eggs, honey, and other groceries all at reduced prices. Most major cards are accepted at these markets and if you are a SNAP customer, you can also use your Lone Star card and Double Up Food Bucks. Locations and schedules are subject to change, so check the current info online to find one near you. -
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Geeks Who Drink Trivia
The masters of minutiae present trivia games for prizes, covering everything from Hungary to The Hunger Games, science to sports, the Billboard Hot 100 to Better Call Saul. Find them at watering holes all over town each week.Ongoing -
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Mini Kids Camps at Feats of Clay Pottery
Your kiddo will get hands-on experience with hand building and wheel throwing at these two-day camps.Wed.-Thu., through Aug. 10. $150. -
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Republic Square Park Fitness
A mostly bodyweight bootcamp unlike any workout you've ever experienced, focused on building strength, power, speed, and mobility a while having the time of your life.Wednesdays, 6pm. Free, but RSVP. -
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Round Rock Express
Vs. Albuquerque. Bring two canned goods for Central Texas Food Bank and get free admission Tuesday. Thursday is dog-friendly for Pints & Pups, Friday includes fireworks and Chili Night with Brian Baumgartner, and Saturday's game is followed by a Zoodust concert. Sunday is Kids' Day, with pregame activities and a postgame run around the bases.Aug. 8-13. Tue.-Fri., 7:05pm; Sat.-Sun., 6:05pm -
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Still Brewing Art
The world-renowned art museum looks back at its history as the Lone Star Brewery prior to 1981 through photographs, artwork, and posters.June 30-Sept. 3. $10-20.San Antonio -
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Texas State Parks Photo Contest
Capture your adventures at Texas State Parks. Explore a new trail, discover a cool critter, or catch an awesome sunset, then submit your pics or tag them on social media (#TexasStateParks and #TexasParks100) to win parks passes or H-E-B gift cards.Deadline: Nov. 27Submit online -
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Trust Your WILD Side Premiere & Concert
Take in a night of film and live music with a screening from the Primitive Planet documentary series Trust Your WILD Side featuring Oscar Stembridge, followed by a performance from the young singer/songwriter and environmentalist from Sweden including special guests from the School of Rock.Wed., Aug. 9, 7pm -
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TRX & Tabata Series
Work with suspension training system TRX for an all-in-one strength and cardio workout, with modifiable moves interspersed with tabata segments to elevate the heart rate.Wednesdays, 11am. $124 for four weeks; drop-in, $36.
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WIC Mobile Unit
Resources and info about Austin Public Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program for qualifying pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.Check online for current schedule. Free.Various locations
