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Christmas at Capital of Texas Zoo
The zoo transforms into a winter wonderland for the holiday season. Hours are extended to 9pm (except for Mondays). Get a picture with Santa or Moses the Christmas Camel. There will also be games, prizes, and plenty of cheer.Through Dec. 30. Free for kids under 12 with purchase of adult ticket ($11.73). -
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Class Transitions
In Class Transitions, transgender and non binary individuals use strength training to shape their bodies as they become their most authentic selves.Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. $15. -
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Comanche Motion: The Art of Eric Tippeconnic
This exhibition is enhanced with artifacts providing historical context for the paintings, rich with the unbroken connection the Comanche people have with their roots. Also, Rodeo: The Exhibition. Boy howdy, it's the history of the Texas rodeo – vibrant, interactive, and fully documented in this fine new show.Through Jan. 2. $9-13. -
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Concordia Men's Basketball
Vs. UT-Tyler: Sat., Dec. 15, 3pm. Vs. Ozarks: Mon., Dec. 17, 3pm -
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Concordia Women's Basketball
Vs. UT-Tyler: Sat., Dec. 15, 1pm. Vs. Ozarks: Mon., Dec. 17, 1pm -
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Nightlife & Parties
CupCake Bar Trivia
Get schooled by Professor CupCake, leading Austin’s gayest trivia game while Bobby Cook slings cheap drinks your way.Mondays, 7-9pm -
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Special Screenings
Die Hard (1988)
Bruce Willis discovered his movie legs in this superb action film that thrusts him into the Everyman Hero role when he is coincidentally visiting a high-rise at the same time terrorist thieves are taking it over.Mon., Dec. 17, 6:30pm -
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Out of Town
Eisbahn: Outdoor Ice Skating Rink
A portion of the proceeds is donated to the Lifeline Foundation (supporting cystic fibrosis research) and the Boys & Girls Club of Fredericksburg.Nov. 23-Jan. 6. Open daily except for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. $15, day pass. -
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Special Screenings
Elf (2003)
Movie Party: As the titular elf, Ferrell embraces the comic absurd with arms outstretched.Mon., Dec. 17, 9:45pm -
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Elias Haslanger feat. Dr. James Polk
Mondays, 8:30pm, Mondays, 8:30pm and Mondays, 8:30pm -
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Family Eldercare's 80 Over Eighty Nominations
Family Eldercare's 80 Over Eighty is challenging Central Texas to discover, share, and celebrate the stories of older adults who are living life to the fullest. Nominate a Central Texan who is 80 years young and thriving by Dec. 31, 2018. Categories include: Adventure, Creativity, Family, Humility, Integrity, Optimism, and Service.Nominations open through Dec. 31. Free. -
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Food Events
Fresa's Holiday Menu Preordering
Fresa's, that local powerhouse of Mexican-inflected sabor – is offering a special menu this holiday season, featuring tamales (chicken tinga or black bean & cheese) and a variety of tasty desserts – and you can preorder the goods online for your own fête as of … right now! (Note: Same-day orders can be placed December 22-24, from 11am until they're sold out.) -
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Gibson Street Bar Gets Jolly With It
And now that rockin' Gibson on South Lamar joins in with the jiggery jingles, featuring over-the-top holiday decor (a totally Instagrammable sleigh, FFS) and a slate of seasonal libations. (We're partial to the so-called Rum-Pa-Pa-Pum, because a mix of Sailor Jerry's, cinnamon-brown-sugar butter, clove, and honey is, woooo, powerfully delicious.) Bonus: live music from the Misfit Toys on Wednesday nights.Through Dec. 31 -
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Give Blood, Get Ice Cream
Anyone who donates, or attempts to donate, during the entire month of December at any We Are Blood donor center will leave with a voucher for a free pint of Amy’s Ice Cream. The need for donors is high during the holiday season, so now is a great time to give!Dec. 1-31. Free. -
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Harry Ransom Center: Archaeology and Romance
Ed Ruscha, anyone? We'll bet yes – we're big fans ourselves – and now here's a diverse selection of the celebrated American artist’s books, photographs, drawings, and pprints. With archival production materials, preliminary sketches, and studio notebooks; with more than 150 objects providing visitors an unprecedented look into Ruscha's creative process. And the Chronicle's Melany Jean tells more about this show right here.Through Jan. 6 -
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Civic Events
Help Families This Tax Season
United Way of Williamson County is looking for volunteers to help provide free tax prep assistance in Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, and Taylor. Tax preparers, translators, and greeters are needed. Those interested should apply by January 1, 2019.Apply by Jan. 1. Free.Throughout Williamson County -
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Hey, Beer Lovers: German Chocolate Cake Stout
Did you know that Independence Brewing Co. and the Alamo Drafthouse team up once a year to produce an annual release called End Credits? They do – and 2018's thirst-quenching finale is the above-named stout, now available at all 20 Drafthouse locations in Texas.Through Dec. 31 -
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Holiday Build A Bike for Kids
The Ghisallo Cycling Initiative and the Hell Yes Project want you to do some good this holiday season by connecting more kids to the cycling community, and you can even get it done on your lunch hour. Each bike takes 15-20 minutes to build, and Ghisallo mechanics will be there to help.Nov. 27-Dec. 23. $300 to sponsor a bike. -
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Holiday Food Drive to Benefit Local Food Banks
US Storage Centers has partnered with Move for Hunger to be a designated drop-off point in the community. Until the end of December, they will be collecting food items to donate to local food banks.Oct. 26-Dec. 28. Free.201 W. Stassney -
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Holiday Toy Drive
Bring new, unopened toys (not gift-wrapped), a City of Austin bus pass, or an H-E-B gift card for Refugee Services of Texas.Through Dec. 31 -
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Special Screenings
Hyperreal Film Club: Call for Video Submissions
The experimental art collective is seeking original videos of 4 minutes or less to be included in the latest volume of their zine, Dream Dates Reloaded. There will be a screening and release party in February.Deadline: Jan. 15 -
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Out of Town
Inside Out
The evolution of women’s undergarments is exposed in the groundbreaking exhibit that explores what’s under the fashions of the day.Sept. 20, 2018-Jan. 20, 2019San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, San Angelo -
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Special Screenings
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
In this holiday chestnut, a man learns he has mattered in the lives of others, and an angel gets its wings.Mon., Dec. 17, 7pm, 7:30pm
