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Laundry & Bourbon with Lonestar
Laundry and Bourbon with Lonestar, two companion one act plays set in backyards of a small Texas town. Three ladies come together to talk about their life's ups and downs. Lonestar follows the life of three small town boys and the events that have shaped them. Both shows give us highs & lows with humor spread around, for good measure.Apr. 19-May 5Navasota Theatre Alliance -
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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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Disco PRIDE Digital Drag Show
Joterias ATX spotlights QPOC from all over this colorful planet of ours. Log on or just tune in to Twitch and watch the livestream. Maybe throw some donation dollars toward your favorite performers.Sat., June 20, 7pm. Free ($5 suggested donation). -
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Black Voices: A Listening Party w/ conversations & performances from Magna Carda, Kalu James, Torre Blake, Blackillac, Zai Sadler, Christopher Michael, & more
A benefit for the Austin Justice Coalition, this outdoor, limited-capacity performance will also be livestreamed by Werd Productions. More info available online.Sat., June 20, 8pm -
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Camiba Art: Signs
Currently open by reservation only, yes, but you should have no reservations about seeing this stunning exhibition by Dallas native Lee Albert Hill. You want an eyeful of big, bright abstractions via acrylics on canvas over board, handwrought yet almost machinelike in their meticulous design and execution? You probably do, especially in this case. Because it's like … um … like if someone hired Mike Hinge and Bill Sienkewicz to show how well tangrams could be used to illustrate subatomic events from CERN's bubble chamber – and then threw a fistful of chaos shards at the collaboration's results. The accompanying image here is one miniaturized example; imagine seeing a roomful of such intricacies at full size. Hell, imagine scheduling a private viewing of this show with gallerist Troy Campa: That's some solid pandemic diversion right there, tell you what. (And your man Brenner rhapsodizes a bit further about it in this review.)Through July 11 -
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Collection Rert: Super Stuff Saturday Surprise
Spring into summer with a visit to the Science Bear Arcade, a large wooden box filled with original art/comics/music/toys and other fun junk – provided by donations from awesome people like yourself. It's a self-service buffet that will be refilled with goodies throughout the day, rain or shine. What's in the box? Come and find out!Sat., June 20, 9am-9pm. Donations accepted.2608 Rogers -
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ICOSA: Coping Mechanisms
In advance of the upcoming Swec & Criscoe exhibition, ICOSA presents a series of front-window installations that are viewable 24 hours a day. "An imperfect show in imperfect times that recognizes our shortcomings and missteps, our pain, loneliness, and uncertainty, that aims to move forward carefully and intentionally. This work was made during the pandemic, but before the world exploded once again in response to the horrific murder of George Floyd, thrusting the world into a greater awareness of systemic racism and police brutality, and renewing energy and momentum in the fight for justice." Note: A portion of the proceeds from sales of the artworks will be donated to Six Square: Austin’s Black Cultural District.Through July 2 -
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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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Pandemic Pride
Unbounded Agency, Thee Gay Agenda, and KD Kinetic join forces to explore the "rebellious roots of pride" all month long. That means puppet shows, sex ed, and more queer entertainment with a focus on intersectionality. Follow the action on Instagram at @pandemic.pride. -
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Virtual Vortex: Underground
This is a broadcast of Lisa B. Thompson's highly acclaimed play about a pair of old college buddies (portrayed here by Marc Pouhé and Jeffery Da’Shade Johnson) who have gone from radicals in their youth to successful professionals approaching middle age. Reunited, the two "have a chance to catch up, reminisce, and, as the evening goes on, engage in a battle of intellects over the best road to Black liberation. As their argument becomes increasingly passionate and more personal, news reports reveal a police search for the leader of a black radical political movement." From flashbacks to their first meeting, to the final game of chess that could change their lives forever, each man poses the show's central question: How far would you go to protect your people?Sat., June 20, 8pm. Donations accepted. -
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Wally Workman Gallery: Reopened!
Make an appointment, friend, and you can see these beauties in person. And if there's anything (aside from certain substances still criminalized by a failed system of law) that can elevate the senses and lighten the load, it's this bright collection of new works by Austin's Patrick Puckett. The artist's "large, bold canvases explore the human figure inspired by the artist’s life in the American South and often include symbolic references of both real and imagined nostalgia." And, we add, the downright Fauvist, polychrome exuberance of these paintings will likewise inspire your art-hungry eyes.Through July 3 -
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[CANCELED] Juneteenth Celebration & Social Justice "Pull Up" Rally
Join Austin Area Urban League for this celebration of unity and fundraiser for their advocacy initiatives and COVID-19 response efforts in disenfranchised communities.Sat., June 20, 1-4pm. Free, but donations accepted. -
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AISD Encourages Families to Apply for P-EBT
The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program could provide Austin ISD families a one-time benefit for eligible families to buy food. Families could receive up to $285 per child, which can be used in the same way as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program food benefits to pay for groceries. If you think you might be eligible, get more info at hhs.texas.gov.Apply by June 30Online -
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Alamo on Demand
Make any Tuesday terror-iffic, any Wednesday weird, and the rest of the week fantastic with Alamo Drafthouse curated picks via Alamo on Demand. If a film is there, it's because an Alamo programmer loves it. It's kinda like going to your favorite video store when you could do that, mixed with going to your favorite theatre, when you could do that too. Staff picks, cult classics, Found Footage Fest and Master Pancake, Weird Wednesday and Terror Tuesday, Fantastic Fest faves, they're all there for rental or purchase.OngoingOnline via ondemand.drafthouse.com -
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All Together ATX Critical Needs Grants: Round Two
The application period for the second round of funding for qualified organizations is now open. Get all the details and a link to an informational webinar on the website.Applications due June 26Apply online -
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Artisan Mercado
The Artisan Mercado has reopened at La Peña Gallery with social distancing and safety measures in place. The market features Latino products from different regions of Mexico, Honduras, Colombia, and the Southwest, including handcrafted jewelry and ceramics, ethnic clothing and handbags, as well as paintings and drawings. Parking is available at the Austin Convention Center.First and third Saturdays, 10am-4pm. Free. -
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Austin Music Disaster Relief Fund Application Deadline Extended
Local musicians whose incomes were affected by the pandemic have a bit more time to apply for a $1,000 grant from the city: The June 12 deadline has been bumped back to June 26.Applications due June 26, 5pmOnline -
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Austin Public Library Virtual Summer Reading Program
Download an age-appropriate "Quest Log" (children, youth, teen, or adult), then submit a form whenever a challenge is completed and earn a digital badge. Use the Austin Public Library's curbside pickup or virtual catalog to check out materials to complete your quest.Through Aug. 31Online -
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Austin Scavenger Hunt
Explore Downtown in search of storied buildings, green spaces, and famous concert venues, all while solving riddles, trivia questions, and completing photo challenges. Now available: "Roam From Home," with family and date night scavenger hunt activities you can do without leaving the house.Anytime. $12.99-24.99.Online and at home -
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Ballet Sculpt/Stretch: Virtual Livestream Fitness Class
This ballet-based fitness class is a full-body workout combining ballet exercises and stretches. Be prepared to work on body alignment, toning, turn-out, and flexibility. By using positioning and gravity, this class will help teach how to properly engage your muscles in an actual ballet class. All skill levels welcome.Saturdays in June. $20.Online via Danza -
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Black Lives Matter Watch Parties
BLM Austin will be hosting Black film watch parties until Black August, which includes the Haitian Revolution, Nat Turner Rebellion, Fugitive Slave Law Convention, March on Washington, and more. Read more about it and check out the daily film events on their Facebook page.Daily through June & JulyOnline via BLM Austin -
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Breath & Body Yoga Online
Austin's Breath & Body Yoga owner and director Desirae Pierce is available via phone or Skype to provide tips and guidance to Austinites looking to stay physically active and strengthen mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Breath & Body is also offering live remote Zoom classes daily that are available to the public.OngoingOnline -
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Bud's presents Kalu & the Electric Joint
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Bullock Texas State History Museum: This Light of Ours
This show features images by activist photographers of the Civil Rights Movement, telling a visual story of the struggle against segregation, race-based disenfranchisement, and Jim Crow laws in the 1960s. These photos capture the day-to-day struggles of everyday citizens and their resolve in the face of violence and institutionalized discrimination – with more than a dozen additional images representing activism and protest in Austin's own history.Tuesdays-Sundays. Through Dec. 6 -
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Capsule Hack: Virtual Conference and Hackathon
Experimental Civics presents Capsule Hack, a two-day virtual conference and hackathon addressing the global climate crisis through inspiration and action. Over two days, attendees will virtually attend a unique mix of keynote speakers, interactive panel discussions, and problem solving breakouts, which offers attendees the flexibility to explore and create.Sat.-Sun., June 20-21. $35; students, $25.Online -
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Celebrate Juneteenth With KOOP
RSVP to KOOP's Facebook event to learn more about the story of Juneteenth and get the schedule for their multi-day celebration of Black artists and history, then tune in to 91.7FM all weekend to hear spotlighted artists.Through Sun., June 21KOOP Radio 91.7FM -
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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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City of Austin FY 2021 City Budget Feedback
Provide your feedback on what the city should prioritize in next year's budget.Through July 1Online -
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