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HC4A/Shalom Austin School Supplies Fundraiser
HC4A and Shalom Austin had set a date of April 19 for their eighth annual event raising funds for school supplies for Austin-area homeless children, which last year supported over 1,300 children. The April event is now canceled due to coronavirus, but you can still help reach the fundraising goal of $34,000 to support 1,600 students. A small donation of $25 will help support one child. On Aug. 19, volunteers plan to gather to assemble the school supplies at Dell Jewish Community Center. Donate online at HC4A.org.March 20-May 31Online -
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Jon Dee Graham & William Harries Graham
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Keep Texas Beautiful Youth and Educator Awards
Nominations are being accepted for the Keep Texas Beautiful Youth and Educator Awards, which recognize the efforts made by youth and educators working to improve and beautify their communities. Nominate a person or group, such as your favorite scout, student group, educational nonprofit, teacher, school ... the possibilities are wide open. Applications are due April 3.March 9-April 3. Free.Statewide -
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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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Million Mile Month With HealthCode
Million Mile Month is a virtual challenge to complete one million miles of physical activity, together as one global community. All registration levels include the Million Mile Month Challenge, printable race bib, leaderboards, an account on HealthCode’s activity platform, and activity entry tools, and a T-shirt is included at the Gold/Platinum levels. Proceeds from your registration enable schoolchildren and low-income families to participate for free; there is no required fee. Your registration donation is tax-deductible and supports HealthCode, whose mission is to empower people to live healthier, happier lives.March 25-April 30Virtual event -
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Natalie Price & Friends
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Omni Sound Project Online Instruction and Events
The Omni Sound Project was created to provide educational and networking opportunities to people who identify as women who are involved in the creation, production, and recording of music and sound. Join to connect with other women in the audio industry and take advantage of one of the many upcoming online courses and events. An annual membership is only $25, and members get 25% off online courses. There are free events as well; check out the calendar for all the details and sign up soon for Getting Started With Synths, Beginner Bass Lessons, and more.Ongoing. Prices vary.Online -
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Pajama Drive for Foster Youth
All Mattress Firm stores are accepting new pajamas to give foster children of all ages the comfort of a new pair of pajamas. You can also donate online or by mail.Through April 26All area Mattress Firm locations -
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Sherwood Forest Virtual Faire
Sherwood Forest Faire sadly had to close prematurely, but fear not: You can return to the faire virtually via their YouTube channel. Each Saturday (beginning March 28) a new episode will be broadcast featuring full performances filmed during the 2020 season. The virtual tip jar will be open as well, so feel free to drop some digital dollars as you enjoy the show.Ongoing; new episodes premiere each SaturdayOnline -
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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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Out of Town
Take a Hike in a Special Place
About a 50-minute drive west of Austin, the wildlife refuge has miles of trails and you can walk for hours without seeing another person. The Warbler Vista/Sunset Deck and Shin Oak Observation Deck are two of the very special places.Daily, sunrise to sunsetBalcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, Lago Vista -
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Texas State Parks
Update 4/7/20: State parks temporarily close tonight, but check back later to see when they will reopen. Read more here. Many state parks are still open for outdoor activities, although visitors are warned to maintain social distancing. Buildings, visitor centers, equipment rentals, and stores are closed and visitors are asked to purchase passes online. Check the “Alert Map” to see which parks are open.OngoingStatewide -
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Comedy
Virtual ColdTowne: Streaming Live
Those longtime NOLA escapees and their equally talented friends are bringing us a livestreamed platter of who-knows-what sort of comedy stylings tonight, sure to rattle the cage of Twitch 'til that chatscreen floods with lols.Fri.-Sat., April 3-4, 8pm -
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Virtual Hideout: The Threefer
Mind you, the show won't feature the same three troupes you see reviewed on this page; but those unstoppable Hideoutsters have wrangled up a fresh trio of troupes for your entertainment this night, and who knows what heights or depths of improv lunacy they might explore?Fri., April 3, 9pm. $5. -
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Virtual Vortex: bala.fruta/bullet.fruit
Jesús I. Valles presents this preview of a new show about "bullets and the ghosts they leave behind, even when they kill nobody." Tune in, join the convo, ask the creator about what it takes to get a production like this going.Fri., April 3, 8pm. Donations accepted. -
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Wildflower Drives Are at Their Peak
The wildflowers are off to an early and good start. The backroads around the Highland Lakes are especially colorful this year. However, it's advised at the moment to stay home and stay safe, and wait to check out the flowers.Now through AprilAll over the Hill Country -
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Yoga With Adriene
Local YouTuber and multiple "Best of Austin" winner Adriene Mishler has enough online classes to keep you busy through an extensive quarantine. There are videos specifically for kids and teens, and targeted sessions for any ailment you might be experiencing (anxiety, anyone?).March 17-Aug. 28Online -
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Nightlife & Parties
[CANCELED] Rupaul's Drag Race Screenings
Start your engines for a new season of qweens, mah pretties. Hosted by Chique Fil-Atio.Fridays, 7-10pm. Through May 1 -
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[CANCELED] RuPaul's Drag Race Season 12 Viewing Party
Another season, another chance for the best queen to win the title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar." Hosted by Cheeki Kahnt.Through May 29. Fridays, 8pm -
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[CANCELED] Slow Queer Yoga
Relax, unwind, and connect with your body at this queer- and trans-led yoga class.Through April 3. Fridays, 6pm. $10-20 donation.Myo Massage, 4616 Triangle Ave., #407
