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Pre-College Showcase in Latin American Studies
The Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies at The University of Texas at Austin will host a free pre-college showcase for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration required. Parking and food included. More details online.Sat. May 17, 10am-3pmBenson Latin American Collection, 2nd Floor
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Bat City Scaregrounds
A fully immersive, multi-acre entertainment complex dedicated to all things Halloween, with three highly detailed haunted houses, live music, Vegas-style performances, seasonal food, and a dark market with 10 vendors.Sept. 29-Oct. 31. Open select Thu.-Sun. evenings and HalloweenBat City Scaregrounds, 14101 South Turnersville Rd., Buda -
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Panic at the Paramount
If you’re looking for 100% pure Halloween vibes, the Paramount is the place to be this spooky season. This year’s all-killer no-filler film lineup includes genre legends like Friday the 13th and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, instant classics Pearl and X, family fave Hocus Pocus, and more, all on the big screen in the historic theatre.Oct. 13-15, 19 & 23
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2023 Legacy Business Month
Preservation Austin's inaugural Legacy Business Month is designed to encourage Austinites to celebrate and support the institutions that define so much of Austin’s culture. Pick up a passport to guide your way through 13 local businesses that have been in operation for 20 years or more, such as Peter Pan Mini-Golf, the Paramount Theatre, and Cisco’s, and show your love to some of Austin's most iconic treasures.Oct. 1-30. Free.Passports available at BookPeople, 603 N. Lamar; Zilker Taproom, 1701 E. Sixth -
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AISD Board Regular Voting Meeting
See agenda for details, and watch the broadcast on AISD.TV.Thu., Oct. 19, 6pm -
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Blue Starlite Halloween Classics Pass
Blue Starlite has a new offering for Halloween Month: Buy a pass and get access to all the spooky screenings you can handle, including Shaun of the Dead, The Craft, and of course the original Halloween.Oct. 1-25. $95.Blue Starlite Downtown & Central locations -
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Buda Coworking Series
Bring your laptop, pick a workspace, and join other folks in Downtown Buda who work remotely. Workshops on different themes are held at noon, including HR for small business, marketing knowledge, Quickbooks, and holiday activities.Third Thursdays through Dec. 21, 9am-5pm. Free.303 N. Main St., Buda -
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City Council Calls for Municipal Civil Service Commission Applications
Qualified individuals are sought to serve on the five-member volunteer commission that makes recommendations on human resources actions for covered city employees. Time commitment varies but is around 20 hours per month, and applicants must be qualified voters and Austin residents.Open until positions filled -
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City Council Regular Meeting
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Co-opportunity Fair
The Austin Cooperative Business Foundation hosts a fair for cooperatives, organizations that support cooperatives, and people interested in starting a cooperative.Thu., Oct. 19, 6-8pm. Free. -
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For Women, by Women: Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs
Join the city as it spotlights the remarkable spirit of local women-owned businesses, the invaluable contributions of entrepreneurs, and their pivotal role in shaping Austin's small business landscape.Fri., Oct. 20, 4-7pm. $65. -
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Formula Wonderfest
The legendary Paul Oakenfold lights up the heart of Downtown Bastrop, along with Deezie Brown, the Midnight Stroll, and DJ LA.D.DA. A post-concert VIP Meet & Mix afterparty is hosted by Astro Record Store.Thu., Oct. 19. $35-75.Neighbor’s Kitchen & Yard, 601 Chestnut St., Bastrop -
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Free Vaccine Clinics
Help limit the spread of nasty viruses as holiday travel ramps up. Find a list of free vaccine clinics and other health info on the city's site.OngoingVarious locations -
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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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Frost Bank Electronics Recycling
Frost Bank welcomes you to drop off small appliances, printers, computers, laptops, VCRs, miscellaneous wires, metal items, and anything with a plug (with the exception of CRT or old-style TVs). Services will be provided by the Junkluggers.Thu., Oct. 19, 10am-noon. Free.Frost Bank Tech Ridge Financial Center, 605 Canyon Ridge -
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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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Harvest of Fall Fun
Time for some cool fun at the farm with the mazes, scarecrow village, pumpkin patch, food, and activities for all ages.Sept. 23-Nov. 5, closed Wed.Marble Falls -
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Holiday and Harvest
Offering activities for all ages at two locations, including pumpkin patches, decoration stations, hay mazes, a micro-market, build-your-own scarecrow stations, photo ops, and more.Sept. 29-Nov. 1. Free.VFW Post 8787, 500 VFW Rd.; Skaggs Dr., Bee Cave -
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House of Torment
Beyond the terrifying haunted house attractions, find escape rooms, themed bars, a zombie shooting game, and more.Open select dates Sept. 23-Nov. 112632 Ridgepoint -
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Katha: Building Storytellers
This engaging workshop series, tailor-made for young writers age 9-14, promises to spark their creativity and nurture their writing talents. Katha in Sanskrit signifies "a story, legend, conversation, or tale," and kids will explore storytelling on a literary adventure inspired by South Asian culture.Through Nov. 2. Thursdays, 5pm. Free. -
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Ladies Golf Night Out
Check out the brand-new indoor golf lounge that lets you play no matter the weather. Grab some gal pals and get a lesson, practice time, and a complimentary frozen marg to start the evening.Thursdays, 7-10pm. $20.Pin Seeker's Golf Lounge, 6001 W. Parmer -
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Learn to Read Tarot
Learn about all the ins and outs of tarot, including the ideas and symbols, how to care for cards, mechanics of readings, and more, culminating in a showcase with readings for friends and family.Aug. 31-Oct. 26. Thursdays, 7-9pm. $325 for nine-week series; $50 for drop-in class. -
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Lefty's Shop of Horrors
Lefty's Brick Bar transforms into Lefty's Shop of Horrors, featuring five hauntingly unique and Instagrammable spaces, an eerie food and drink menu, and wickedly fun events happening all month long, including a tarot residency, a Scream Queen drag show hosted by Louisianna Purchase, Howl-O-Ween for your furry friends, and a murder mystery party.Through Oct. 31 -
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Mueller Parking District Public Meeting
The city’s Parking Enterprise Division hosts a meeting to give a brief overview of Mueller’s Parking and Transportation Management District and initial thoughts on the process by which future transportation infrastructure projects from Mueller’s parking revenue fund can be determined.Thu., Oct. 19, 6-7:30pm -
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Near-Death Experiences Talk
Hear a talk addressing all the vital questions about near-death experiences.Thu., Oct. 19, 7:15pm. $10. -
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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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Palm Park Community Conversations
Waterloo Greenway and the Parks and Recreation Department host conversations to dive deeper into the design of Palm Park. Sign up online, by phone, or by email for one of the following: Tue. & Thu., Oct. 17 & 19, Palm Elementary School, 7601 Dixie; Sat., Oct. 21, Chalmers East Community Room, 1700 E. Third; Wed. Oct. 25, Rodolfo "Rudy" Mendez Recreation Center, 2407 Canterbury.Oct. 17, 19 & 25, 6pm; Oct. 21, 10:30am -
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Pumpkin Nights
Venture along a half-mile walking path, where you’ll discover fantastical installations built using thousands of hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins. The celebration continues with entertainment and games in the Village festival area.Sept. 21-Oct. 30. $14-26; kids 3 and under, free. -
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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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Santa Fe International Film Festival
SFiFF brings the year's top films to downtown Santa Fe. With special guests, film premieres, and nightly parties and receptions, the 15th annual festival will prove to be the most memorable yet!Oct. 18-22Santa Fe -
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State Fair of Texas
There’s nothing like the excitement of one of the largest fairs in the country with inventive fried foods, great music, a thrilling midway, and interesting displays.Fri., Sept. 29-Sun., Oct. 22Dallas -
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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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Texas State Soccer
Vs. Old Dominion; wear orange for the "Kick Out Cancer" theme.Thu., Oct. 19, 7pm -
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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 Builders Welcome at Habitat for Humanity
Austin Habitat for Humanity is seeking volunteers age 18 and up in their construction program to assist in building six new homes in Northeast Austin, with shifts Saturdays and weekdays through December.Ongoing -
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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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What a Deal! Free Whataburger When You Donate Blood
Treat yourself to a breakfast taquito on We Are Blood when you donate blood or platelets.Oct. 16-31. Free.We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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Wild Hearted Women's Circle
Join monthly for a deep connection in sisterhood, with a different healing theme each session. This month is "Crystals, Cards, Magic."Thu., Oct. 19, 7-8:30pm. $35.Wild Heart Yoga, 5604 Bee Caves Rd.
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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