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Affordable Art Fair Austin
After a hugely successful first edition, Affordable Art Fair Austin returns May 15-18, 2025 at the Palmer Events Center, showcasing thousands of original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $10,000. Welcoming 55 local, national and international exhibitors, the second edition will be unmissable.May 15-18, 2025Palmer Events Center -
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The Juilliard String Quartet with pianist Anna Petrova
With unparalleled artistry and enduring vigor, the Juilliard String Quartet (JSQ) continues to inspire audiences around the world. Founded in 1946 and hailed by The Boston Globe as “the most important American quartet in history,” the ensemble draws on a deep and vital engagement to the classics, while embracing the mission of championing new works, a vibrant combination of the familiar and the daring.Sat. May 17, 7:30pmRiverbend Centre
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CatVideoFest (2024)
Another round of the world’s funniest, cuddliest, scratchiest, and cutest cat videos, and each ticket sold benefits local cats in need.Mon., Aug. 14, 7:30pm -
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Window Dressing XXIX: Fra[mes]
This display in the front window of ICOSA, the latest in their longtime series, is viewable 24/7. And here Taylor Holland (a former Austin Chronicle art director, no less!) works the intricate craft of frame-making in the context of contemporary art, filling antique frames with their own content using custom molds built from digital processes.Aug. 7-14. Artist reception: Fri., Aug. 11, 8-10pm
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Auditions: Esther's Follies
Esther's Follies on Sixth Street is holding auditions for male performers with comedy, musical, stage, and light dance experiences. Auditions will be held in early August, from 2:30-4pm, or upon appointment. Note: Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays every week, noon-3pm, and before shows on Thursdays and Fridays, 6-7pm. All performers must attend rehearsals to be in the shows. Pay starts at $600 weekly. See website for details! -
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Church on Monday w/ Elias Haslanger & Dr. James Polk
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Cloud Tree: Summer Salon Series
For this summer series, Cloud Tree has divided its main exhibition space into 23 sections and offered the spots to artists, giving them a platform and space to share their art on their terms – so you can head over and see these local wonders on your terms: leisurely, improving your day with beauty. Featuring work by Meena Matai, Hallie Rae Ward, Peyton Hornberger, Rochelle Feinstein, Nate Fuss, Desiree Hullaster, Jonah Dillon, George Elkanah, and more.Through Aug. 30 -
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Contracommon: Within
Here's an exhibition of works by Darryl Demps Jr., Brie Henderson, and Nathan Sing, three artists who use dreamy color palettes and whimsical compositions to invite you into their worlds.Through Sept. 4 -
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Coraline (2009)
Fathom Events: An enchanting animated adventure based on the novella by Neil Gaiman, with new footage from the LAIKA Archives.Mon., Aug. 14, 4pm, 7pm -
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Coraline (2009)
Fathom Events: An enchanting animated adventure based on the novella by Neil Gaiman, with new footage from the LAIKA Archives.Mon., Aug. 14, 4pm, 7pm -
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David Touchton & Shad Blair song swap
Second Monday of every month, 8:30pm, Mon., Jan. 23, 8:30pm, Fourth Monday of every month, 8:30pm and Mon., Jan. 22, 8:30pm -
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Donate Blood, Get Free Blue Bell
Just in time for Texas' hottest month, We Are Blood offers a tasty and cool treat as a reward for donating blood or platelets: a pint of Blue Bell ice cream.Aug. 1-14We Are Blood donation centers & mobile drives -
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Fall Garden Planning With Austin Davenport
Learn about amending your soil for fall planting and the unique circumstances about growing in the fall and winter, and get a crop rundown for Central Texas. Bring seeds and plants to swap afterward if you wish, and catch it on YouTube or Zoom if you can't make it in person.Mon., Aug. 14, 6-9pm. Free. -
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Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)
Paramount Summer Classic Film Series: School just started, but it's already time for a day off with Ferris and the gang. Celebrating 20 years of the Texas Archive of the Moving Image, with rare, fascinating clips and interviews connected to Texas’ film heritage along with the film.Mon., Aug. 14, 7:30pm -
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Free Monday Tango
A delightful night of dance starts with an intro to authentic Argentine tango (no experience or partner needed) with Gustavo Simplis, and continues with two hours of social dancing with DJ G.Mondays, 6:30-10pm -
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002)
Rep your house colors or go all out in full costume for a retrospective of the second HP outing.Mon., Aug. 14, 2pm -
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Kerbey Lane: Kids Eat Free for Back-to-School
Austin's fave all-day cafe is here to make this time of year easier and more affordable for families, offering children under 12 a free meal with the purchase of an adult entree.Aug. 14-25Valid at all Kerbey Lane locations -
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