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Trail of Lights at EmilyAnn
Stroll through a walking path featuring more than 100 holiday light displays created by businesses, organizations, school groups, and families, and enjoy live entertainment most evenings. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated.Nov. 30-Dec. 28. Sun.-Thu., 6-9pm; Fri. & Sat., 6-10pm. Free. -
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Wally Workman Gallery: Ashley Benton and Christopher Lee Gilmer
"Inspired by datamoshing, quantum mechanics, and the hyper saturation of imagery found in daily life, Gilmer creates oil paintings that explore the psychological effects of the figure through physical mutations that distort and merge various realities. Benton's figurative ceramics also portray a dialogue of the human condition, using symbolism as well as physical mutations to explore the depths of the subconscious. Less than reality and more than a dream, Benton and Gilmer’s work strives to give the viewer an alternative connection to the self." Note: This stuff will burrow into your optic nerves and make you feel a little weird, maybe, about the odd beauty it contains. So, yes: recommended.Through Jan. 5 -
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Will Johnson (vinyl release), William Harries Graham
September’s sixth solo LP Wire Mountain balances between primal percussive pulses and haunting, dusky turns. Teaming with Thor Harris and Little Mazarn adds shades to the former Centro-matic frontman’s aching, restless poetics and surging sonic explorations. Local imprint Keeled Scales serves up the LP’s vinyl, with William Harries Graham joining.Sat., Dec. 7, 8:30pm
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Special Screenings
"Jerusalem" (2014)
Renowned archaeologist Dr. Jodi Mangess takes you to the holiest sites.Sat., Dec. 7, 12pm -
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Civic Events
2020 Point in Time Count Volunteers Needed
ECHO is looking for 800 volunteers to make its annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness in Austin and Travis County a success. The 2020 count takes place Jan. 25. Anyone 18 or older can participate; volunteers will work in teams counting folks in their assigned area. Others can collect donations for the care packages distributed during the count.Nov. 18-Jan. 21Online -
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29th Street Holiday Market
More than 24 local artists will be showcasing the best in their media, including this year’s featured artist, Conrad Mertjes, whose love of nature influences his work.Sat., Dec. 7, 9:30am-4pmLamar Senior Activity Center, 2874 Shoal Crest -
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Theatre
A Christmas Carol
The Paradox Players presents the Dickens classic, as adapted Christopher Schario and directed by Barbara Abbate.Through Dec. 15. Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. $5-20. -
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A Christmas Carol
ZACH’s adaptation of the Dickens classic is a family-friendly spectacular, a musical sleigh ride through rhythm and time, infusing the traditional Victorian story with a score that spans all genres and eras. Directed by Dave Steakley, with musical direction by Allen Robertson.Through Dec. 29. Wed.-Fri., 7:30pm; Sat.-Sun., 2:30 & 7:30pm. $35 and up. -
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Kids
A Christmas Carol: Reduced, Reused, and Recycled
In this new family musical, school’s out for the holidays, but Timmy Cratchit is stuck at Scrooge’s Plastic Emporium where his mom labors overtime on a last-minute deadline. Tim and his cousins work on a school project while Mr. Scrooge eavesdrops and learns about the serious environmental problems caused by the plastics his company produces.Sat.-Sun., Dec. 7-15, 11am & 1pm. $10-15. -
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Out of Town
A Dickens Christmas in Lockhart
The festivities kick off with the a lighted parade on the courthouse square Friday night at 7pm. Then all day Saturday the holiday celebration continues with food, arts & crafts vendors, and free fam-friendly activities and entertainment.Fri.-Sat., Dec. 6-7. Free.Dr. Eugene Clark Library, 217 S. Main St., Lockhart, TX 78644 -
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Visual Arts
AARC: Fall Into Art
The Asian American Resource Center presents four exhibitions that reflect on community, cultural heritage, and nature in various mediums: "Colours of Life: An Indian Perspective" by Shruti Mehta; "Pink Lotus" by Marcella Kourkova; and the group shows "Everything That Matters" and "Abstractions of AVAFest."Through Dec. 14 -
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Special Screenings
America's Musical Journey (2018)
Laser IMAX 3D: Follow Aloe Blacc as he traces Louis Armstrong’s footsteps through the colorful locales and cultures where America’s music was born.Sat., Dec. 7, 11am -
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Apollo 11: First Steps Edition (2019)
Laser IMAX 2D: Timed to the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 – and made exclusively for science centers and museums – Apollo 11: First Steps Edition reconstructs the exhilarating mission with never-before-seen footage and newly discovered audio recordings.Sat., Dec. 7, 10am -
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Food Events
Apt 115: C.L. Butaud Wine Tasting
C.L. Butaud founders Brooke and Randy Hester will present new wines at this afternoon's pop-up tasting event: C.L. Butaud rosé and "Pa Pa Frenchy" red wine in addition to several of the label’s other 100% Texas-grown classics.Sat., Dec. 7, noon-4pm. Free. -
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Art From the Streets Show & Sale
This annual show and sale features works of art from artists experiencing homelessness. Meet the artists, hear their stories, and leave with a painting. 95% of artwork sales goes directly to the artists.Sat.-Sun., Dec. 7-8, 11am-5pm. $5 suggested donation. -
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ATX Vegans Holiday Party & Market
Shop plant-based products in time for the holidaze. Pets are welcome, plus live music and vegan food vendors.Sat., Dec. 7, noon-4pm. Free (RSVP required). -
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Theatre
Auditions: Single Black Female
Ground Floor Theatre is holding auditions for Single Black Female written by Lisa B. Thompson, to be directed by Matrex Kilgore. This is a two-woman show with rapid-fire comic vignettes exploring the lives of thirtysomething African American middle-class women in urban America as they search for love, clothes, and dignity in a world that fails to recognize them amongst a parade of stereotypical images. Prepare a monologue; be ready to read from the script; bring a resume and headshot. Note: The show is cast without consideration to ability, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, size, or shape unless specifically called for in the script. One actor has already been cast; decisions about roles will be made after second actor is chosen. Email Patti at Ground Floor to secure an audition slot.Tue., Dec. 10, 7-10pm -
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Kids
Austin ISD Middle School Fair
Families of current and future middle school students can explore the programs offered at each of AISD's 19 middle school campuses. Faculty will be there, along with student performances.Sat., Dec. 7, 9am-noon. Free. -
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Sports
Austin Spurs
Vs. Sioux Falls Skyforce: Fri., Dec. 6, 7:30pm. Vs. Iowa Wolves: Sat., Dec. 7, 7pm. Vs. Stockton Kings: Tue., Dec. 10, 7:30pm -
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Sports
Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run
The Fun Run includes a 2.1-mile course that starts at the iconic Zilker Holiday Tree and takes thousands of festive Fun Runners through the sights of the Austin Trail of Lights, ending with the Finish Line Festival celebration. Enjoy a dance party, Ferris wheel & carousel rides, food trucks, drinks, a fitness expo, and more.Sat., Dec. 7, 6-10pm. $15-75. -
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Dance
Ballet Austin: The Nutcracker
From its vibrant sets and costumes to the impressive cast of more than 200 dancers, this colorful winter classic brings families and friends together every year to enjoy the world’s best-known ballet. Featuring choreography by Stephen Mills, with Tchaikovsky's score performed live by the Austin Symphony Orchestra.Through Dec. 22. Thu.-Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., 2 & 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $29 and up. -
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Bears & Bedtime Toy Drive
Stop by your nearest Mattress Firm to donate new, unwrapped teddy bears, stuffed animals, and other bedtime toys for foster youth in the Austin community.Through Dec. 16Austin-area Mattress Firm stores -
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