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COA Hazard Mitigation Public Meeting
The city is gathering public input for updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan.Tue., July 28, 5:30-6:30pmOnline -
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COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Research Participants Needed
This month, medical research firm Benchmark Research will launch clinical trials to test vaccines aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19 in Austin. Participants must be 18 or older, and front-line workers, people likely to be exposed to the virus, and those over 65 or at high risk with chronic health conditions are especially needed. All participants will receive financial compensation. Call or inquire via the website for more information.OngoingCitywide -
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Crux Climbing Center Online Classes
Austin’s local climbing gym and fitness center is now offering online classes including training for climbing, yoga, HIIT, and circuit training to keep Austinites mentally and physically healthy. Classes are free and open to the public, with Venmo tips encouraged for trainers. Check out Crux’s Instagram stories to see how members are actually climbing the walls while their favorite neighborhood gym is closed. Ever seen someone climb a door frame?March 25-Aug. 20Online -
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Donate to PEAS Resiliency Gardens Program
Donations to PEAS (Partners for Education, Agriculture, and Sustainability) will go to support outdoor learning and edible education programming in the community. Choose your level of funding, from seeds to an entire garden for an Austin family.June 8-Oct. 1Online -
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Ear to Ear Pro Bono Program
Minority-owned advertising agency Third Ear is familiar with the barriers and challenges fellow minority-owned businesses face on a daily basis in pursuit of growth, so they've launched Ear to Ear, in which they'll select one Austin minority-owned small business annually and provide pro bono advertising services. Get details and apply online if your small business qualifies.Through Mon., Aug. 3Apply online -
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For Designers, By Designers: Unlocking Adobe XD
Join Adobe experts and General Assembly for a talk about the various exciting features of Adobe XD during this monthly meetup.Tue., July 28, 6-8pm. Free.Online via Zoom -
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Good Time Supper Club w/ Band of Heathens
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High 5 Kids Club
Kids bowl free all summer long with High 5 Kids' Club. Register online for your summer pass.Through Aug. 29High 5: 2700 W Anderson; 1502 RR 620 S., Lakeway -
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Karen Mal & Will Taylor
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Lend a Hand ATX
Lend a Hand ATX, created by Austin Tech Alliance, is a platform to help skilled tech volunteers and those in need make critical community connections during the COVID-19 crisis. Create an account, make an offer or request, and find a match!April 24-Dec. 15Online -
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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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Make Your Mark at Pease Park
Pease Park Conservancy is accepting donations for their new Ribbon Wall. Through Dec. 31, for contributions of $1,000, $2,500, or $5,000 (which can also be made monthly at $84, $208, or $467 per month), the first 300 people to sign on can have their name etched on the Ribbon Wall that will wind throughout the lower seven acres of Pease Park known as Kingsbury Commons. Become a part of Austin history and make your mark today.OngoingOnline -
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Monks Jazz presents Adrian Ruiz Quartet
Donations may be directed to Austin Jazz Society's Project Safety Net.Tue., July 28, 7:30pm -
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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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Project Connect Virtual Open House
The virtual open house is designed to welcome a new round of feedback on Austin's high-capacity transit plan.Ongoing. Free.Online -
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Red Beans and Ricely Yours, Austin
This community initiative, headed by Chris Cubas and Maris Clegg, is dedicated to providing free meals (of red beans and rice, andouille sausage, cornbread, fruit, dessert, and a drink) to Austinites in need. "On Tuesdays, we will provide a link to sign up for a free home-made meal delivered to you with safety in mind," goes their announcement on Facebook. "There is no judgment and the form is anonymous. If you have been affected by the impact of Covid-19 or are having a hard time, we would like to make a small portion of your day a little bit better." Or, if you'd like to donate your time in driving, baking treats, or providing cases of nonalcoholic beverages, please reach out to redbeansaustin@gmail.com. -
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Red Light District Tour
Once a wide-open port city, the tour guides take visitors to what were once the houses of ill repute along the waterfront.Nightly at 6, 8 & 10pmGalveston -
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Shakespeare at Winedale
The 50th anniversary of the student productions of the bard’s plays has been canceled because of the pandemic, but the show must go on. The organization will be livestreaming conversations with former students, musical performances, films, and more to make up for the closure.July 23-Aug. 13Round Top -
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Shape Austin's Future: Redistrict ATX
City Council district boundaries are redrawn every 10 years, and now is your opportunity to get involved by applying for the Applicant Review Panel or the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission. Get all the details at RedistrictATX.org.June 1-Sept. 30Online -
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Shop Mexic-Arte's Museum Store
Mexic-Arte Museum's new online store offers stylish face masks, apparel, gifts, books, and more, and as part of the launch they're offering every online customer a 10% discount when you use the code "Bienvenidos" through the end of July. Your purchase directly supports their exhibitions and educational programs.July 28-31Online -
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Stephen L. Clark Gallery: Black Tulips and Dead Flowers
This new show by acclaimed photographer Kate Breakey is focused on specimens of the plant kingdom and reveals itself like a series of windows into arcane botanical memories.Through Sept. 12, by appointment only -
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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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Summer of Sculpture Festival
Seward Johnson’s “Celebrating the Familiar” fills the gardens with 25 life-size cast bronze sculptures of people performing familiar tasks. Advance online timed tickets required.Mon., June 22-Fri., July 31Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
