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Hot Luck Fest
Local celebrity chef and James Beard award winner Aaron Franklin's Hot Luck Festival is back, with four days of food and music over Memorial Day weekend benefiting the Southern Smoke Foundation, which supports hospitality industry workers. Dozens of chefs from Texas and beyond will offer their culinary delights, and live music will be offered at Mohawk each night.Thu.-Sun., May 25-28. Individual tickets and "Whole Enchilada" passes available.Various locations -
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"Tangible/Nothing"
In the first reinstallation of the collection galleries since it opened in 2019, Ruby City will present an exhibit of artwork from the Linda Pace collection by national and international artists.Through July 30, 2023Ruby City, San Antonio -
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A Day of Hope Caregiver Conference
Join the Alzheimer's Association Capital of Texas Chapter and Capital Area Parkinson's Society for a special in-person caregiver conference. Dr. Robin Hilsabeck with the University of Texas will be the keynote speaker. Breakfast and lunch will be provided, and raffles will take place throughout the day. The first 50 people to register will receive double the amount of raffle tickets, so sign up early!Thu., May 25, 9am-3pm. Free.Jewish Community Center, 7300 Hart -
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Austin Bat Cave Presents: Story Department
Hear true stories told in 10 minutes or less, featuring a lineup of talented writers, artists, and storytellers. Sponsored by the Consulate General of Ireland.Thu., May 25, 7pm. Free. -
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Austin Habitat for Humanity Volunteers Wanted!
Habitat is looking for folks ages 18 and up to assist in building six new homes in Northeast Austin. You'll learn new skills, do something great for the community, and maybe get a free T-shirt.Ongoing -
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar's May Market
We always shop Blue Genie Art Bazaar during the winter holiday season, but we don't have to wait seven more months! At this spring market, see the work of more than 100 regional artisans and craftspeople and pick up gifts for Mother's or Father's Day, graduation, weddings, or any other spring/summer occasion. Raffles, samples, and demos will be offered throughout the show.Through May 29. Fri.-Sun. (and Memorial Day), 10am-8pm. Free. -
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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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Donate Blood, Get Free Queso
We Are Blood partners with Kerbey Lane to reward blood donors with a free queso voucher.May 15-31. Free.We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives -
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Drawing & Painting Classes for Kids
Calling all mini Monets! Registration is now open for afterschool and weekend art classes with professional artist and educator Amanda Jones, teaching students ages 8-18. Professional illustrator Carly Dennis also offers a special weekly class for younger artists.Ongoing. $122.50-160 monthly.607 W. St Johns #10 -
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Fitness Classes With Stronger Austin
Stronger Austin offers a variety of virtual fitness classes from chair yoga to kickboxing to Zumba, with something bound to fit in everyone's schedule. All you need to do is register and RSVP online!January to May. Free.Virtual -
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Free Chess Lesson
Joyous Tutoring offers free monthly lessons for kids ages 7-18.Last Thursdays, 6pm -
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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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Johnston High School Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Speakers include former Texas Sen. Gonzalo Barrientos and JHS alumnus Constable George Morales, and a ceremony will honor Johnston students who died as a result of their military service during the Vietnam conflict.Thu., May 25, 2-5pm. Free.Johnston High School (LASA) Campus Cafeteria, 1012 Arthur Stiles Rd. -
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Kerrville Folk Festival
Tony and Grammy award winner and 2003 New Folk winner Anais Mitchell returns to kick off the 51st year of the 18-day festival at the Quiet Valley Ranch south of town.Thu., May 25-Sun., June 11Kerrville -
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Learn to Row
Join a free, fun, beginner-friendly bilingual class on Lady Bird Lake and be introduced to sweep rowing (using one oar) in a training barge. Learn rowing stroke basics and how to stay safe on the water and handle the rowing equipment.Thu., May 25, 6-7:30pm. Free. -
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National Stop the Bleed Awareness Day
Learn how to control life-threatening bleeding as a bystander at a course covering tourniquets, applying pressure, and packing wounds.Thu., May 25, 3-5pm. Free.2400 Round Rock Ave., Round Rock -
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National Tour de Tush
The Tour de Tush is a nationwide virtual cycling event hosted by the Colon Cancer Coalition, and raises awareness and funds for colon cancer research. Join solo or with a team along with participants from around the world.Throughout May. $33 (includes T-shirt and medal).Virtual -
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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. -
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Ride Bikes Thursday
Join Ride Bikes Austin for a socially paced group ride starting and ending at Parque Zaragoza and visiting a different park each week. Meet at the basketball court for an 8pm departure on a 10- to 15-mile route.Thursdays, 7:30pm. Free. -
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Small Batch Trivia From Geeks Who Drink
Join a short & sweet trivia game with five rounds of five questions each, including audio and visual elements.Thursdays, 7pm. Free. -
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SoulSet Free Yoga Series
Soak up some sunshine while getting down to some soul, Motown, and funk sound along with a vinyasa yoga class under the oaks.Thursdays in May, 6:30-8:30pm. Free.Wild Heart Yoga, 5604 Bee Caves Rd. -
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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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The Power of Personal Responsibility
How can personal responsibility unleash your own personal power? How is your power blocked by your approach to life? Find out at this seminar.Thu., May 25, 1pm. $10. -
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Thursday Night Social Ride
Join Social Cycling Austin for a fun themed ride with post-ride activities, and check the event page for details on themes and stops.Thursdays -
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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 -
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Vortex Summer Youth Theatre: Auditions for 'The Memo'
The Vortex seeks students ages 13-17 to participate in Summer Youth Theatre 2023. Now in its thirty-first year, this award-winning, tuition-free program rehearses and performs evenings and weekends in June and July. Rehearsals culminate in a full production of The Memo (also known as The Memorandum) by Václav Havel, to be staged for the public July 21-29. Note: Students of any ethnicity, gender, ability/disability, economic background, and experience level are welcome to audition to be a part of an ensemble of diverse youth training together to present this stylish satire, as directed by Jelena Stojiljkovic Rhynes. Auditions and interviews: May 24 and 31, by appointment only. See website for details. -
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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
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