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Affordable Art Fair Austin
Affordable Art Fair Austin will launch in May 2024, showcasing original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $10,000. Welcoming a whole host of local, national and international exhibitors, their spectacular first edition is set to be unmissable!May 16-19Palmer Events Center -
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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-10pmLockhart, Texas
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Zach Person
Pupil of modern blues and axe mania, Zach Person manhandles music. On April’s eponymous LP, rock’s unbridled energy (“All Shook Up”), Americana’s mysticism (“Wanna Fly”), country’s pickin’ twang (“Carolina”), and even hip-hop electronic beats (“Send Me Away”) inform the young Texan’s playful permutation of classic genres. Moving past a 2016 stint on American Idol, the young Texan continues a Tuesday residency at the tony digs of wine-n-dine sophisticates Geraldine’s.Tuesdays, 7:30pm -
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Auditions for Vortex Summer Youth Theatre
The Vortex seeks students (ages 13-17) to participate in Summer Youth Theatre's 2021: Pandemdem Edition. Now in its 29th year, the award-winning, tuition-free program is looking for young actors, writers, musicians, designers, and technicians to engage in: workshops with theatre professionals this summer, to develop an original project with themes of: pandemic/quarantine to be performed on the Vortex's Garden Stage at the end of July. See website for details, and to schedule an audition appointment on Sat., May 29. -
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Food Events
Garrison Bros x South Congress Cafe: Bourbon Dinner
Here's a five-course Garrison Brothers Bourbon Dinner at South Congress Cafe – just the sort of Tuesday night elegance you might need to make it through the rest of another working week, right? What do we mean by "elegance," you ask? We mean that chefs Brandon Hanna and James Howell will be matching generous pairings of the Brothers’ finest with white asparagus vichyssoise and halibut crudo and lamb chops with sweet corn succotash and bourbon-infused tiramisu and – yeah, mmmmmm, better grab those tickets all quicklike, citizen.Tue., May 25, 6pm. $90. -
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Matt Haig: The Midnight Library
Matt Haig joins BookPeople live on Zoom for a celebration of the book that's made waves and become a favorite of booksellers and readers alike. Bonus: The author's in conversation with Alice Hoffman tonight.Tue., May 25, 5pm -
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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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West Chelsea Contemporary: Icons & Vandals
It's the swanky venue's "most monumental" show yet, featuring works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Ai WeiWei, Roy Lichtenstein, and a slew of other creative provocateurs who have subverted the contemporary art world throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Bonus: The closing reception features an artist talk with "The First lady of Graffiti," Lady Pink.Closing reception: Sun., July 11, 3-5pm
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A Portrait of My Mother
An artist remembers their mother, spinning a modern Mexican Cinderella tale as we follow the trials and tribulations of one woman's journey into motherhood – from her humble beginnings in the town of Laredo, Texas, to her journey to Chicago, and everything between. Written and performed by Carlo Lorenzo Garcia, directed by David R. Jarrott. Note: Now available for viewing on Vimeo.Through July 31. $5. -
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Special Screenings
AFS Cinema Seeks Donations
The AFS Cinema is preparing to reopen this summer, and they're asking for the community’s support to open their doors again. Donate today to help light up their two big screens with the classic, independent, and global films that bring the world of cinema to Austin.Ongoing -
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APL Bookmobile
Get free kids' books from the Austin Public Library's bookmobile. Navarro ECHS, Mon., May 24, 10am-noon; Dittmar Rec Center, Tue., May 25, 10am-noon.Mon., May 24Navarro High, 1201 Payton Gin; Dittmar Rec Ctr., 1009 W. Dittmar -
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Asian Pacific Virtual Showcase
During Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, join Austin Asian American Film Festival for a showcase that aims to highlight artists of different communities and neighborhoods in the United States, Canada, and Oceania.Through May 31Online: www.aaafilmfest.org -
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Beatle Bash w/ the Eggmen
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Bike Night at COTA
Cyclists can clip in and navigate the Circuit at Bike Night powered by Ascension Seton. The weekly event lets riders cruise COTA’s famed stars and stripes in a stress-free environment without the worry of city traffic while offering fantastic sunset views of the COTA’s signature Observation Deck and Austin skyline. After the ride concludes, cyclists can replenish and recharge with an ice-cold drink, mouth-watering refreshments and great conversations and camaraderie with fellow riders.Tue., Sept. 21, 6pm -
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Boy Meets Boy (2021)
Queer Spectrum Series: A screening and filmmaker Q&A presented by aGLIFF. The film follows Harry and Johannes, who meet on the dance floor at a Berlin club and end up spending the day together wandering the city just hours before Harry is scheduled to fly back to London.May 20-26Online: bit.ly/agliff-bmb21-fbe -
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Brazilian Jazz Happy Hour w/ Paula Maya
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ChingonX Fire: Group Exhibit
Inspired by the Mexican American Cultural Center's annual La Mujer celebration – and by the first feminist of the New World, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz – this online group exhibit is curated by April Garcia and features womxn-identifying and nongender-specific artists whose artwork is tied to activism, feminism, cultural. and gender identity storytelling, environmental protection, and socioeconomic parity.Free. -
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Circular Economy Talk
Educator Sage Lenier will speak about "How to Build a Society for Friends and Wellness (Not Things and Cars)." The talk will help attendees redefine wealth, reconsider how consumption impacts human rights both at home and around the globe, and rethink what it means to build a sustainable future.Tue., May 25, 5-6pm. Free.Virtual -
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Civic Events
City of Austin "How to Help" Portal
Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.OngoingOnline -
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Coffee & Conversation
Start the day with a lively drop-in virtual networking meeting with games and breakout sessions. Hosted by Central Texas Network in Action.Tuesdays, 8:30-9:15am. Free.None -
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Classical Music
Conspirare: (un)Hidden Music
Here's a curated program of heart-opening music, featuring a solo performance by Conspirare’s own Craig Hella Johnson, giving you the lowdown on the acclaimed company's musical mission.Streaming through July 15. Donations accepted. -
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Davis Gallery: Nuevo Mundo
Now here's a show that's well worth seeing: The new exhibition from Gladys Poorte, displaying paintings and drawings of a new world populated with unknown peoples, animals, and plants. A world rife with untold treasures and dangers. A place, as wrought so colorfully by Poorte, that it might've been the homeworld for that legendary Codex Seraphinianus.Through June 12 -
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Donate Blood, Get $5 at Torchy’s
We Are Blood is partnering with Torchy’s Tacos to give all blood donors a $5 Taco Money card to use toward a purchase at any Torchy’s Tacos (while supplies last). Appointments mandatory; call or schedule online.May 15-31We Are Blood centers & mobile drives -
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Escape the Box
Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75.
