As summer winds down, consider these destinations for kids of all ages.
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Reconnect with nature and explore your creative calling at Shield Ranch’s Creative Nature Retreat this fall.
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Despite the scorching sun, there are plenty of ways to chill out (and escape the Texas heat) this month.
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Already snapped a slew of selfies downtown at the destination murals? Add these free outings to your end-of-summer bucket list.
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While the living is easy (and breezy), make plans to hit the road for a good old-fashioned end-of-summer Texas road trip.
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Zilker Theatre Productions presents their 64th annual summer musical, “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.”
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We’ve scoured the landscape to bring you this round-up of swimming spots, within city limits and beyond, courtesy of Mother Nature.
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On June 9, representatives from Google, The Texas Historical Commission, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenburg and Congressman Joaquin Castro, as well as Marc Anderson, CEO of Visit San Antonio, officially launched a San Antonio-specific Google Arts & Culture project page at the San Antonio Botanical Garden.
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With the Fourth of July weekend right around the corner, Travis County Emergency Services District No.
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For more than four decades, Women & Their Work – a nonprofit visual and performing arts organization in Central Austin
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Streamline the research for your next trip to a national park with these newly released books from Lonely Planet.
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Texas Water Utilities and Make-A-Wish Central and South Texas surprised a local teen with an in-home recording studio on her 18th birthday.
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Ballet Austin’s 2023/24 season will open in September with an exploration of passion and revenge in Stephen Mills’ “Hamlet,” followed by the magic of the holiday season with the 61st annual production of “The Nutcracker” in December.
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As summer arrives, here are some top summer travel essentials and tips to ensure you have a smooth and enjoyable trip:• Research the weather ahead of time so you pack appropriate clothing.
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Shalom Austin invites you to be a part of history and join the grand opening celebration of the beautiful new Dell Jewish Community Center and all its amenities.
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Want something for the whole family to enjoy? Join Shield Ranch for Wild for Good Day, a fun-filled day of outdoor activities at Shield Ranch that includes hiking, bird watching and crafting.
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Austin’s own Kerbey Lane is the official Cheer Card sponsor of Cap10K 2023
A pair of Austin legends will team up in a celebration of community (complete with local flavor) at the 46th annual Statesman Capitol 10,000.
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Join the Travis County ESD No.
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The Downtown Austin Alliance will kick off the “Art & Parks” art tour on Saturday, March 11 at 9 a.m. – free with RSVP.
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From film premieres, to discovering up-and-coming musical talent, to countless keynote speakers offering valuable insight into what comes next for tech, SXSW has something for everyone.
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As part of Stephen Mills’ Light / The Holocaust & Humanity Project, Ballet Austin will host a panel discussion about antisemitism and the role of disinformation and propaganda in dividing communities.
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Storytelling has always been a part of the human experience; we use stories to teach lessons, to find joy and to remember those who are no longer with us.
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Ballet Austin’s Stephen Mills pays tribute to philanthropic Austin couple with Sarah’s Songs – Feb. 10-12 at The Long Center
In appreciation of Sarah Goodrich Butler’s generous support and leadership of Ballet Austin, and her husband Dr. Ernest Butler, the dance company will premiere Sarah’s Songs, a trilogy of dances, on Valentine’s weekend.
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Fresh air and exercise are always in season and with numerous spots to stretch your legs and take a stroll, Austin boasts hiking options for everyone: • Red Bud Isle Trail promises a quick (.
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Ballet Austin announces 15 local celebrities playing Mother Ginger in the 60th Anniversary production of The Nutcracker
Since 1997, Ballet Austin has welcomed local community leaders into the role of Mother Ginger in its annual performances of The Nutcracker, celebrating their generous contributions to Austin. For the show’s 60th anniversary, which runs through Dec. 23, Ballet Austin is welcoming 15 local celebrities into the guest role.
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Downtown Austin Alliance welcomes the magic of the winter holidays – Austin style – with a series of Y’alliday events in December.
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Kendra Scott will host a special Kendra Gives Back event in honor of Ballet Austin’s 60th annual production of The Nutcracker.
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Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Ovation X Gala Saturday, Dec. 3 to honor Asian heritage and accomplishments.
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The People’s Market – Austin’s first and only intersectional BIPOC, Queer, Latinx and local creatives-centered mercado – returns to Republic Square on Sunday, Nov. 20 from noon-4 p.m.
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Whet your appetite for fine art – at no cost – every Thursday at the Blanton Art Museum.