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November 7 Constitutional Amendment Election
Vote anywhere you see a "Vote Here/Vote Aquí" sign, and learn about what's on the ballot at austinchronicle.com/elections.Election day: Tue., Nov. 7; early voting Oct. 23-Nov. 3; register by Oct. 10Travis County
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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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Austin Water Oversight Committee Meeting
The committee made up of City Council members meets quarterly to discuss issues related to the city's water utility. See agenda for details.Feb. 15, May 24, Aug. 30, Oct. 25 -
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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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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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Canine Costume Contest With Sawyer & Co.
Deck out your furry friends in their Halloween costumes and join Sawyer & Co. for the contest with a surprise special judge, plus shop a variety of local pet vendors curated by Eastside Pop Up. Most importantly, don’t miss out on the Yappy Hour prices till close!Wed., Oct. 25, 6pmSawyer & Co., 4827 E. Cesar Chavez -
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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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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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Film & Food Fundraiser
A swanky evening celebrating cinema with cocktails, live and silent auctions, and delectable cuisine, all to benefit Austin Film Festival’s Young Filmmakers Program.Wed., Oct. 25, 7pm. $140. -
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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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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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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos
Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (2018)
A mysterious book brings one of those creepy ventriloquist's dummies to life.Wed., Oct. 25, 1pm, 4pm -
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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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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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Murder Mystery Vampire Ball
The Q throws their first-ever murder mystery with a fangtastic twist: vampires! Only 20 spots are open. Instructions and character descriptions provided upon RSVP.Wed., Oct. 25, 7-10pm. Free but RSVP. -
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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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Pediatric Meet & Greet
Choosing a pediatrician for your child is one of the most important decisions you can make as a parent. Meet your child’s new pediatrician at one of Baylor Scott & White's virtual meet-and-greet events. To make an appointment, call 844/279-3627 or RSVP online.Last Wednesdays, 5:30pm. Free.Virtual -
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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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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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Take the Lead Mixer
The New Philanthropists, in collaboration with Asian Texans for Justice and Austin Asian American Film Festival, present a panel conversation on the importance of board service and leadership focused in the Asian community. The moderator will be TNP Executive Director Paulina Artieda, and panelists include Hanna Huang, executive director of the Austin Asian American Film Festival; Zo Qadri, Austin City Council member; Lesley Varghese, president and chief legal officer of the SAFE Alliance; and Ayshea Khan, equity and inclusion coordinator at the city's Equity Office.Wed., Oct. 25, 6pm -
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Texas Farmers' Market Fall Silent Auction Fundraiser
The market's annual auction is back with an incredible list of items to bid on, from gift cards to beloved local restaurants and Austin gems to cooking classes and camps for kids. Proceeds support the org, its Ag Producer Support Fund, and BIPOC Farmer Scholarship.Through Nov. 19 -
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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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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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Werewolf Costume Contest
This benefit for Happy Hearts Dog Rescue includes a "werewolf" costume contest for dogs, a pet-friendly vendor market, Lucky Dog Tarot readings for dogs (5-7pm), and music by DJ Tropicana Joe.Wed., Oct. 25, 5-9pm -
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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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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