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Lights, Camera, Safety PSA Contest
City of Austin's Safe Routes to School program invites seventh and eighth grade students to create their very own public service announcement (a short educational video) showing how to walk, bike, and roll to school safely. The winning filmmakers get Alamo Drafthouse gift cards, and their video will be shown in middle schools across Austin. Get all the details and submit your entry online.Deadline: Aug. 3Online -
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Food Events
Looking for Mother's Day Treats?
Well, sure you are, you kind and loving former child. And there are so many restaurants doing the to-go thing right now, we wanted to point out two specifically Mama-celebrating options to look into (before they sell out): The Cupcake Bar with their Cupcake Box (and the even better Mother's Day Survival Kit) and Gemelli's sweet array of fresh gelato-forward Mother's Day packages. And here's to that mom of yours! -
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Special Screenings
Paramount Theatre at Home
This series offers a selection of films curated by Paramount expert programmer Stephen Jannise as well as meal pairings so you can enjoy dinner and a movie. They've taken the guesswork out of movie night and arranged discounts with participating restaurants. Get all the details online.OngoingOnline via www.austintheatre.org -
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Rock the Beat 2020
Since Mended Little Hearts' annual fundraising walk is unable to proceed at the Austin Zoo, it's now a virtual walk. Register yourself and/or a team and set up a fundraising page, then get moving on your own terms and raise awareness of the issue. Funds raised will be used for support services for families dealing with congenital heart defects.April 25-June 15. $10 per person; heart warriors are free.Citywide -
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Special Screenings
Selena (1997)
Rejoice, drive-in fans! Doc's is still showing films, with a new “Get out, go home” policy. Purchase everything online, even food and drinks, so you never have to leave your vehicle. They’ll direct you to a spot and you'll tune in on your car radio to hear the film. Concession orders will be placed on the roof of the car, so you don't have to worry about potential unsafe interactions. It's a safe, fun way to get out and see a movie on the big screen.Sun., May 3, 8:20pm -
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Sledgehammer (1983)
Terror Tuesday: This long-unavailable slasher film made for the home-video market has been praised for its cinematography and creepy mood. Bonus features include an intro from Joe Ziemba (AGFA/Bleeding Skull/Terror Tuesday programmer) and "Alamo Experience" preshow and bumpers.April 28-May 5, 7pmAlamo Drafthouse Online -
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Events
Soulful Sundays: A Virtual Weekly Women's Circle
Do you want to build your spiritual immunity? Does your soul crave intimate connection with women on a soul level? Are you overwhelmed by the quarantine experience and struggling to find a way to build healthy habits and a positive mindset? If so, this event is for you. Have a journal and pen ready, and find the Zoom link on the Eventbrite page.Sundays, 1-2pm. Through June 28. Free.Zoom -
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Kids
Storytime Everywhere!
Austin Public Library's Cepeda Branch offers a range of read-alouds online while the branch is closed. There are chapter books for everyone, preschool, and family storytimes. Follow @StorytimeEverywhereATX on Instagram to get the full schedule and to receive alerts when the stories go live.Mon.-Fri., times varyOnline -
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Studio Satya Online Yoga Classes
Local yoga studio Satya has live and recorded classes available online so you can get the exercise and meditation we all so desperately need right now. Donate any amount to get access, and keep your eyes peeled for short free classes coming soon via Instagram.March 17-Aug. 14. $12 suggested donation.Online -
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The Lost Well's Rock for Rent w/ the Beaumonts
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Out of Town
Trappings of Texas Art and Gear Sale
The annual sale of paintings, collectibles, and jewelry has gone online with artwork sold directly from the artists and new pieces added throughout the sale.Through Aug. 2Online via Museum of the Big Bend, Alpine -
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Sports
Virtual Austin Sunshine Run
This annual run is going virtual this time. Just like in the usual 5K/10K, participants receive a race T-shirt, but now a virtual bib and finisher’s certificate. You can also post your time and see where you stand compared to other participants! Proceeds and funds raised from the Sunshine Run benefit low-income youth of Central Texas through life-changing experiences at the Austin Sunshine Camps (ASC) at no cost to their families. Choose any day from May 3-17 to complete your race.May 3-17Citywide -
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Theatre
Virtual Ground Floor: The Ballad of Robert E. Lee
Ground Floor Theatre's Zoom reading of this new Cassandra Rose play is still up on YouTube, featuring the talents of Michelle CT Alexander, Michael Ferstenfeld, Danielle Grisko, Matrex Kilgore, Rocky Lane, and Chelsea Lee, as directed by the incomparable Lisa Scheps. -
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Yoga With Adriene
Local YouTuber and multiple "Best of Austin" winner Adriene Mishler has enough online classes to keep you busy through an extensive quarantine. There are videos specifically for kids and teens, and targeted sessions for any ailment you might be experiencing (anxiety, anyone?).March 17-Aug. 28Online -
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Nightlife & Parties
[CANCELED] Brunch, Qween!
Keep the party going at #Brunch, Qween! T-dance vibes with with DJ Macky Ray start out the night, and smack dab in the middle comes a one-woman show by Roxy Brooks. She gives you Broadway. She gives you hip-hop. She gives you spoken word, and everything in between. Plus, what’s better than ending your weekend with brunch and $2 mimosas? – A. Micah MillsSundays, 5-9pm -
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[CANCELED] The Divas Show
They say seven is a lucky number, and seven queens you’ll get every Sunday night. With a new theme and special guest each week, it’s a show that’ll surprise you. Whether it’s disco or glow, you can shake those Sunday scaries with some of the most fabulous divas in town. Hosted by Roxy Brooks and alternating castmates with DJ Eriq Stylez. – A. Micah MillsSundays, 11pm -
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[POSTPONED] VGL Austin: Queer+ Beach Volleyball Spring League
In light of COVID-19, games are postponed until further notice.Through May 3 (except April 12). Sundays, 6-9pm. $50-60 (registration required).Project Serve Beach Volleyball, 11100 Alterra Pkwy.
