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    "Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"

    This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.
    Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free.
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    Adult Skate Night

    Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.
    Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight  
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    ¡Cumbia Night!

    Get a dance lesson from Cumbia Austin then practice those moves to tunes from three bands.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 9:30pm. $10 cash at the door.  
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    Buddhist Open House

    Stop in for a casual Saturday morning to explore the bookshop, meet the resident teacher, and be introduced to the beautiful Buddhist shrine and artwork at KMC Austin.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 10am-noon. Free.  
    Kadampa Meditation Center Austin, 1918 Bissel Ln.
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    Buy One Bowl, Feed 100 People

    Celebrate Inspired Minds' third birthday at its annual Empty Bowl fundraiser for Hays County Food Bank. You'll get a locally handmade artisan bowl from the gallery and a gourmet soup from a local restaurant, and your donation will feed 100 folks in Hays County.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 11am-2pm. $35.  
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    Color, Music, Motion! A Lunar New Year Celebration

    The day kicks off with storytime, then the library presents eight activity stations with crafts related to the holiday, celebrated Jan. 22 to Feb. 5 this year. The party concludes with a traditional Chinese dance followed by the lion dance.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 10:30am-2pm. Free.  
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    Dark Side of the Moon

    If you love the arts, nature, sunsets, and community, join award-winning violinist Will Taylor and keyboardist Dave Madden under the stars to celebrate the new moon with songs from Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 7:30-9:30pm. $30-40.  
    Life in the City Church, 207 E. Monroe
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    Donate Blood, Get a Free Sub

    We Are Blood partners with ThunderCloud Subs to reward blood donors with a free small sub. Do some good in exchange for an Office Favorite, Texas Tuna, Veggie Delite, or whatever strikes your fancy.
    Jan. 16-31  
    We Are Blood donor centers
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    Facing What's Left Behind: Discussion About Grief

    Save Austin's Cemeteries presents a talk from Christi Neville and Leslie Inman of the Christi Center about the universal experience of grief and loss. Beverages and light snacks will be served.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 2-4pm. Free.  
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    Field of Light Hosting Silent Disco

    Listen to curated playlists as you peruse the stunning display of 28,000 lights at the wildflower center. While supplies last, 100 complimentary headsets will be available.
    Through Feb. 26. Fri.-Sun., 5:30-8pm. $41 and up.
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    Fortlandia

    The Wildflower Center's annual exhibition of explorable secret hideouts designed by local artists will transport you to imaginary worlds and spark an appreciation for art and nature.
    Through Jan. 29
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    GAAAE Women's Conference

    The Greater Austin Association of Asian Engineers presents an event focused on women’s career advancement covering professional development, business networking, and personal growth, with panel discussions and a networking lunch.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 9:30am-4:30pm  
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    January Classes at Pioneer Farms

    Start the year learning a new old skill at the historic farm. They've got basic blacksmithing and leatherworking classes all month and you can learn to craft your own custom belt or a knife made from a railroad spike.
    Ongoing  
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    Mushroom Block & Tree Giveaway

    TreeFolks gives out 500 trees to Austin Energy customers and Central Texas Mycological Society gives out mushroom blocks and teaches how to use them.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 9am-1pm. Free.  
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    New Floodplain Maps

    You may have recently received a notice from the city about its new floodplain study: They're reevaluating floodplain maps and models to better understand flood risk and keep residents safe. Find out more about the project at an upcoming meeting.
    Wed., Jan. 11, 6:30pm; Fri., Jan. 20, 11am; Sat., Jan. 21, 10am
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    Roughhouse Brewing Fourth Anniversary Party

    Celebrate with a new smoked dark lager release called Smoke Rings, a collab with Dallas' Vector Brewing. Live music includes Jesse Stratton Trio (noon-3pm) and Kathleen Turner Overdrive (4-7pm), and there's live screenprinting of custom anniversary art and more.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 11am-9pm. Free.
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    Saturday Variety Dance

    Get a free mini lesson at 7:30 then practice your moves at the social dance, 8pm.
    First & third Saturdays. $7, members; $10, nonmembers.
    8868 Research #706
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    The Power of Your Dreams

    Do you have a dream? Or do you wish you had a dream? If you are a dreamer or aspiring dreamer and have something speaking to your spirit to share and deliver to the world, join in for inspiration to tap into the dreams inside of you. Proceeds to benefit the National Black MBA Association, Inc.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 10am-2pm. $10-50.
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    The Rock & Roll Sideshow

    Feels So Good Records & 714 Creative present four local bands (Draculas, the Black Birds, Witches Exist, Favor), three renowned sideshow performers (the Lizard Man, Fifi Switchblade, and the Amazing Face Dan Blcok), and free drinks from Deep Eddy Vodka, Nomadic Beerworks, and Topo Chico.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 5-10pm. $10 advance, $15 day of.  
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    UV Night Walk

    Join Central Texas Mycological Society for a family-friendly exploration of the gardens with UV flashlights to look for night pollinators, glowing plants, fungus, lichens, and more.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 5:30-7:30pm. Free with RSVP.
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    Vision Collider

    Dadageek has curated an eclectic lineup of stunning experimental video, performance art, and sound.
    Sat., Jan. 21, 7:30-11pm. $5-10.  

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