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  Atelier Dojo: Remote Studios

  The local powerhouse of figurative painting, the art school that's the smart school for artists of all kinds, they've got a painting-along-at-home series going to help you keep your skills honed in these socially restrictive times, featuring live costumed models posing on camera and a thriving community of creatives rendering that lovely human biotecture from their separate studios. "Join us for a three-hour costumed-model drawing session. Use any supplies you wish, listen to music, share your work, chat with others. It’s a great way to stay connected with your art community!"

  Tuesdays, 1:30-4:30pm; Fridays, 6:30-9:30pm; Saturdays, 9:30-12:30pm. $5.  

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  Austin African American Book Festival

  Totally free and with activities for all ages, the fest offers a full day of thought-provoking discussions, author connections, and celebration of Black culture and literature.

  Sat., June 28

  Carver Branch Library

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  “Cuídate (Take Care)”

  Curated by assistant gallery director Savannah Diaz, this will be Ivester’s first-ever open call group show. Works displayed will center on “rituals and self-soothing practices” that recharge us in our cacophonous and connected world.

  July 12-Aug. 30

  Ivester Contemporary

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  “Dog Days”

  When the profound connection between dog and human has become fetishized and monetized for clicks, where’s a soulful dog person to go? Why not this group exhibition, which pays sweet tribute to our four-legged fam? Referencing the origins of “dog days” as a time of unrest in ancient times, DORF curators Sara Vanderbeek and Eric Manche are using the show to advance a different narrative: “that in a time of global uncertainty and rising temperatures, the steady, loving presence of a dog can be a grounding force – a source of comfort, stability, and meaning.” Friday’s pet-friendly opening reception will have on-site adoptions, live dog portrait painting by Ami Plasse, and a doggy dance party with DJ Dana Scully. – Kimberley Jones

  Opening night, May 23; runs through Sept. 6

  DORF Gallery

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  First Wednesday Dark Sky Place Coaching

  Are you helping your local community, park, reserve, sanctuary or urban park apply as an International Dark Sky Place? Or are you starting to think about it? Gather to connect with others doing the same thing and be coached by DarkSky Texas volunteers who have experience with IDSP applications.

  First Wednesdays, 5pm. Free.

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  LGBTQIA+ Caregiver Support Group

  Rainbow Connections ATX, the LGBTQ arm of senior- and disability-focused non-profit Family Eldercare, hosts a safe discussion space for past, present, and future caregivers.

  Second Saturday of every month, 1-2pm. RSVP for Zoom link.  

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  LGBTQIA2+ Online Seeking Safety Support Group

  Courtesy of Family Eldercare’s Rainbow Connections ATX is this bi-weekly space for queer adults looking to “share, support each other, and learning coping skills.” Preregistration is required, but joining is free.

  Every other Wednesday. Preregistration.  

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  Queer Black Women Alliance Presents: First Wednesday

  Having fun and meeting new people is harder than TV makes it seem. Good thing there’s orgs like Queer Black Women Alliance, who’ve got another event series starting this month with First Wednesday. These’ll be open to the full breadth of Black LGBTQIA+ Austinites as a way to “connect after work or just after a long day,” says their Insta. Self-described writer, tarot reader, and “catalyst” Anraje hosts the event at Southern hospitality hot spot the Dogwood’s Domain locale. Bring your troubles, your joys, and your open heart, and create a little connective tissue with your local Black queer community. – James Scott

  First Wednesdays

  The Dogwood