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  • Courthouse Nights in Lockhart, Texas!

    Don't miss the return of Courthouse Nights in Lockhart! Centered around the beautiful Caldwell County Courthouse lawn, the FREE and family-friendly live music series features an all-star lineup with Dale Watson, EZ Band, Deadeye, Rattlesnake Milk, and Simons Says. Held every third Friday of the month from April to August!
    Fri. Apr. 19, 7pm-10pm  
    Lockhart, Texas
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    Aldrich Street's Got Talent

    As an alternative to the annual Aldrich Street Fair, there's now a virtual talent show emceed by Taylor Ellison, co-host of CBS Austin’s We Are Austin. Check the FB event to get details on goodie box giveaways from amazing Aldrich Street businesses, and tune in to the FB Live to see the top five local talents and vote on your favorite.
    Thu., Sept. 24, 6:30pm  
  • Arts

    Books

    Arvin Ahmadi: How It All Blew Up

    The acclaimed author's on Zoom this night, presenting his new novel that's "an incisive look at identity and what it means to find yourself by running away."
    Thu., Sept. 24, 6pm. Free.  
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    Community

    ASHwell Food Bank Volunteer Opportunities

    Sexual health clinic ASHwell is in need of volunteers to assist with delivering food to its homebound clients. Gloves and masks will be provided for volunteers. Email or call for more info.
    Through Sept. 24. Every other Tuesday and Thursday  
    Citywide
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    Food Events

    Baking For Good: It's Auction Time!

    Austin-based nonprofit BakingForGood.org presents its third (and largest) virtual bake sale to raise funds for Foundation Communities. Forty-two volunteer bakers from across Austin are participating, with 100% of the proceeds used to provide rent relief to Austinites who've been adversely affected by the pandemic. The auction of sweets and savories and amazing bready goodness went live on Mon., Sept. 21, at 8am – and closes on Fri., Sept. 25, at 5pm. Note: Minimum bids start at $35 and all bakes will be delivered (contact-free) to the winners by 7pm on Sun., Sept. 27.
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    Visual Arts

    Bale Creek Allen Gallery: Delicate Disorders

    Los Angeles-based Shelli Tollman's paintings, informed by her upbringing during the Apartheid era in South Africa, address the complex subject of diversity within the personal and political landscape. This exhibition of sinister fairytale works reflect Tollman's experience as an immigrant artist confronted with American culture.
    Through Oct. 18
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    Final Call for RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants

    This program through the city of Austin provides full rent payment for income-eligible renters financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the details on their FAQ and apply online.
    Applications due Tue., Dec. 8, noon  
  • Food

    Food Events

    Garrison Brothers x Austin Bakeries

    September is National Bourbon Heritage Month, did you know? Which is why three local bakeries are offering bourbon-infused baked goods using whiskey and ingredients from Garrison Brothers Distillery. Hayley Cakes Bakery presents a downright decadent chocolate brownie cupcake made with bourbon wheat flour. Easy Tiger's limited-edition artisan bread features the red winter wheat, paired with, OMG, a homemade brown butter bourbon spread. And that Teal House Coffee and Bakery created a fine mess o' bourbon caramel sticky buns topped with roasted walnuts. And all these divine treats are available through Sept. 30.
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    Arts & Culture

    Gender Unbound Virtual Showcase

    Throughout September, Austin's arts fest celebrating trans and intersex artists will feature an interactive 3D exhibition, plus weekly livestreams of musicians, poets, storytellers, and interviews with exhibited artists. Catch Q contributor Lilli Hime's interview with Gender Unbound executive director Drew Riley & showcase artists here.
    Sept. 1-26. Free.  
    Online
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    Visual Arts

    La Peña: Art In Times of Pandemic & Resistance

    This timely exhibition is divided into three parts: an online exhibition at La Peña’s website; an on-site exhibition at La Peña gallery; a series of video interviews that will be available for the duration of the exhibit.
    Through Sept. 30. Free.
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    Visual Arts

    Northern-Southern: Baton

    This is a group show by relay, begun in July of 2020 as a method of socially distancing a community in the height of the pandemic: Artists took turns alone in the space, each adding to the exhibition. Now, as it nears its close, the exhibition resembles a community in which work converses and overlaps. With Adreon Henry, Vy Ngo, Dawn Okoro, Leon Alesi, Matt Steinke, Sev Coursen, Stella Alesi, and more.
    Closing reception: Sat., July 24, 3-9pm
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    Civic Events

    PPE Distribution Event: Manor City Hall

    Austin Public Health, CommUnityCare, and Central Health will be distributing hand sanitizer, masks, and educational materials.
    Thu., Sept. 24, 9-11am. Free.  
    Manor City Hall, 105 E. Eggleston St., Manor
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    Texas Tribune Festival

    For 10 years The Texas Tribune Festival has invited people from all over the state and country to talk about all things policy, politics, and current events. This year, the entirely virtual conference will feature a month of programming with more than 250 speakers and 100 engaging conversations. With speakers such as Hillary Clinton, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Ted Cruz, and Willie Nelson, you won’t want to miss it!
    Through Sept. 30. $49-199.  
  • Food

    Food Events

    Tony C's Pizza & Beer Garden: Round Rock

    The popular powerhouse of pies and pilsners (and other forms of beer, too, duh) opens its first location in Round Rock, boasting a 5400-square-foot space appointed with long, beer garden-style tables and green leather booths. They'll be serving up a plethora of tasty brews (wines, too, yes) and Italian appetizers alongside those renowned Margherita, Mama Mia, Chicken Parmesan, and Prosciutto & Goat Cheese pizzas and more. Check out the menu, check out the space, and know this: They'll be opening another joint soon – on Anderson Lane.
    Thu., Sept. 24
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    Visual Arts

    Women & Their Work: Mask Auction

    First, let's note that they're calling this fundraising show "Cover Art," which, ha-ha, we love that. And then we'll go on to exclaim, holy shit! Have you seen the lineup of artists who've made these masks? Dawn Okoro. Laura Lit. Alyssa Taylor Wendt. John Mulvany. Beili Liu. Virginia Fleck. Denise Prince. Briar Bonifacio. Yuliya Lanina. And – ah, there's at least 60 more after that. Listen: "Although not all of the masks are wearable, they are all works of art. Whether you hang it on your wall or put it on your face, you will have a unique work that shows your support. Every dollar we raise through the Cover Art mask auction will go directly to our building fund." Note: The bidding's already begun, citizen!
    Through Sept. 28  
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    Sports

    Absolute Beginning Pilates Group Reformer Workshop

    Pilates is one of the best workouts around, and if you're new to it and/or the Pilates Reformer equipment, this workshop is a perfect place to start. Everyone is a beginner in this workshop.
    Wednesdays, Oct. 7-Nov. 11, 6:15-7pm. $150 for six weeks.  
  • Music

    Adam Johnson

    Thu., Sept. 24, 6pm
  • Community

    Civic Events

    Advisory Councils Seek New Members

    For anyone passionate about pedestrian and bicyclist issues, you might consider becoming part of the groups that advise City Council on these matters. Applications are being accepted for both the Bicycle Advisory Council and Pedestrian Advisory Council. They typically meet monthly, and applicants are encouraged to attend the next virtual meeting of the council they'd like to join (PAC: Sept. 14; BAC: Sept. 15). Apply here for the BAC and here for the PAC.
    Deadline: Sept. 25  
    Apply online
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    After Hours (1985)

    Thu., Sept. 24, 10:50pm  
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    Civic Events

    AISD Board D2 Candidate Forum

    Hear from trustee candidates Adolphus “Andy” Anderson, John McKiernan-Gonzales, and Ofelia Zapata. Hosted by AISD for All, a community coalition focused on public education and social justice.
    Thu., Sept. 24, 7-8:30pm  
    FB Live
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    Kids

    AISD Launches New Support Web Pages

    Austin ISD has launched new web pages full of resources, FAQs, and instructions to support Community Learning Spaces and caregivers as students begin learning remotely for the first four weeks of school. Community Learning Spaces are facilitated by community organizations, groups of parents, faith-based organizations, or public entities that provide in-person support to students during times of remote off-campus instruction, and you can find one online if needed.
    Beginning Sept. 8  
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    Alamo on Demand

    Make any Tuesday terror-iffic, any Wednesday weird, and the rest of the week fantastic with Alamo Drafthouse curated picks via Alamo on Demand. If a film is there, it's because an Alamo programmer loves it. It's kinda like going to your favorite video store when you could do that, mixed with going to your favorite theatre, when you could do that too. Staff picks, cult classics, Found Footage Fest and Master Pancake, Weird Wednesday and Terror Tuesday, Fantastic Fest faves, they're all there for rental or purchase.
    Ongoing  
    Online via ondemand.drafthouse.com
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    Aliens (1986)

    Thu., Sept. 24, 10:55pm  
  • Food

    Food Events

    Andiamo Ristorante: Half-Price Sale on Wine

    This beloved Italian joint celebrates its 16th year of operation by offering all bottles of wine at 50% off through the end of September. So we're feeling glad for them – ah, sweet sixteen! – and we're feeling glad for us, because, mmmmmm, dook-dook-dook.
    Through Sept. 30
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    Kids

    Art Scared

    The San Marcos Art League is seeking elementary to high school students for a temporary public art installation designed for windows of participating establishments on the historic downtown square. Kids will paint a: section of a designated window on Sat., Oct. 24, with a Halloween-themed image.
    Registration deadline: Oct. 10  
    Apply online
  • Film

    Special Screenings

    Austin Film Festival & Conference

    For its 27th annual iteration, AFF is virtual, and is packed with film screenings and events, including five days of panels and intimate roundtables with the world’s biggest names in film and eight days of film premieres, screenings, and Q&As.
    Oct. 22-29  
    Online via www.austinfilmfestival.com
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    Civic Events

    Austin Healthy Corner Stores Program Info Session

    Learn about how your store can participate to increase sales of healthy food items.
    Thu., Sept. 24, 3-3:30pm. Free.  
    Online
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    Events

    Austin Scavenger Hunt

    Explore Downtown in search of storied buildings, green spaces, and famous concert venues, all while solving riddles, trivia questions, and completing photo challenges. Now available: "Roam From Home," with family and date night scavenger hunt activities you can do without leaving the house.
    Anytime. $12.99-24.99.  
    Online and at home
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    Austin Self-Guided Hemp Tour

    Learn more about hemp while social distancing. Visit all seven retail locations for special discounts, education, and free swag.
    Through Oct. 22. Free.  
    Citywide
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    Special Screenings

  • Food

    Food Events

    Bao'd Up: Mulan Movie Night Pack

    This Chinese comfort food eatery (with four Austin locations) presents a Mulan Movie Night Pack for the whole family. "Bao is a traditional Chinese cuisine and was definitely enjoyed by Mulan in her time," says Executive Chef Ting Li. The Movie Night Pack is meant to serve four, costs $34.99, and includes two brisket bao, two BBQ chicken bao, two buffalo chicken bao, two egg cream bao, two chicken plates, two Thai teas, Szechuan fries, and salad. Oh, dude, that is a lot of really good food.
    Through Sept. 30

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