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Make Dog Toys With APA!
Thursday 8, Austin Creative Reuse
Two-time “Best of Austin” winner Austin Creative Reuse is a craft retailer devoted to giving new life to gadgets which have both already served a function or had been simply left over from one other challenge: a magical place crammed with misfit stitching notions, scraps of this and that, doodads and whatsits galore. Volunteers make it run, and on today in Volunteer Land, you should use a few of these high quality supplies to hand-stitch canine toys for animals residing in native shelters. Visit their web site to enroll and take a look at different available volunteer days. – Kat McNevins
Making Comics Workshop
Thursday 8, Terrazas Branch Library
Hey, youngsters – comics! You learn ’em, you like ’em, and now you’ll be able to discover ways to make your personal multipaneled masterpieces at this Eastside outpost of your pleasant neighborhood Austin Public Library. Local comics creator Adam Kobetich (of The Shadow Under the Leaf fame) will present you the right way to channel your inside Stan Lee and Jack Kirby – or perhaps Alison Bechdel or Takeshi Obata and Tsugumi Ohba – at this free workshop, the place the ability of sequential artwork is put into your narrative palms. – Wayne Alan Brenner
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Austin Oddities Market
Thursday 8, Elysium
Goths want love too, which is why selection present king Captain Eric Burton’s common oddities market units up store at Elysium simply in time for Valentine’s Day. Hard to say what particular objects you’ll discover at Thursday’s bazaar, but when Burton’s Fun Time Sideshow Circus is any indication, a couple of Fiji mermaids, jars of eyeballs, and animal skeletons are a protected guess – and dwell performances, after all. Obviously not a daylight affair; procuring goes from 9pm to 2am. – Carys Anderson
Financial Literacy Workshop
Thursday 8, Willie Mae Kirk Branch Library
At this level you most likely have a folder or drawer plagued by opaquely numbered types. That dreaded file is probably going labeled “taxes,” and also you’re refusing to make eye contact with it. Well, your folks on the public library wish to make it easier to with all these questions you may need. What’s extra, they’ll make it easier to take advantage of out of your refund and supply tips about saving all yr spherical. Don’t let the tax man intimidate you; get that paper! – James Renovitch
Chronicle canine, Hank, outdoors of our old workplaces (Photo by John Anderson)
The Chronicle Moving Sale
Friday 9 – Saturday 10, 4000 N. I-35
We’ve been within the Elgin Butler Brick Company building for almost 33 years now – greater than sufficient time to show junk into memorabilia. Desks, chairs, cabinets, file cupboards, sure, but additionally different “random Chronicle things.” Posters, handbills, and fliers. The press package from the Austin Aztex nationwide championship season. Forty-year-old guides to life in Austin. Old points. Really old points. Snow globes. Softball trophies. Vintage tees, free bandanas, and branded onerous hats. (And by no means worry; we’re probably not going anyplace, simply transferring to the opposite aspect of the volleyball court docket on fortieth St.) – Nick Barbaro
Courtesy of PBR Bull Riding
PBR’s Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
Friday 9 – Saturday 10, H-E-B Center at Cedar Park
These bulls will stomp your face! And each different a part of your delicate human physique! Or, because the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour promoters put it: “Each ride promises an opportunity for an unforgettable moment!” A modestly priced ticket permits the attendee to soak up the aroma of hay and dung and watch rising bull riders and superstars of the game attempt to keep atop their bulls for eight seconds. – Brant Bingamon
Pardi Gras
Friday 9 – Sunday 11, Banger’s
Look, no person needs us to make a dumb sausage fest joke, but when the andouille matches… Banger’s annual free three-day social gathering round Mardi Gras will characteristic a Cajun-forward particular menu (together with boudin hyperlink with pink beans and rice, crawfish and sausage gumbo, gator hush puppies, and beignets), bourbon barrel beers, kid-friendly video games, and dwell music from Chansons et Soulards, Austin Cajun Aces, Jean Pierre & the Zydeco Angels, the Numbers, and Lexi Weege & JJ Slater. – Kimberley Jones
Love Bites: A Twilight Drag Showcase
Friday 9, Cheer Up Charlies
In November 2008, a movie launched that shook teenagers and tweens to their very core; a movie primarily based on a Mormon mother’s dream of sparkly vampires and abstinence; a movie starring two little freaks barely getting into their freakdom. This Aughts basic will get twisted queer-style by Austin drag elites: Lavender Thug, Iggy Bank, Munster Mash, Tangelo, Vixie St. Claire, Travis Randy Travis, Jenna Talia, Jack Rabid, Kino Kino, Gender Destruction, and host Brigitte Bandit. Hold on tight, spider monkey. – James Scott
PrintAustin’s PrintEXPO
Saturday 10, Blue Genie Art Bazaar
PrintEXPO is PrintAustin’s annual two-day honest – free to attend! – that includes greater than 100 artists, galleries, print outlets, and college printmaking applications from throughout the United States. Experience dwell printmaking demonstrations, witness steamroller printing by Texas A&M Kingsville, take part in hands-on printmaking actions led by space arts educators, and buy authentic art work immediately from native and, sure, even worldwide artists. Ah, artful polychrome exuberance, FTW! Never thoughts that impending singularity: Now’s the time to get down and ink-dirty along with your fellow people on this inventive and materials world. –Wayne Alan Brenner
Can Buy Me Love Valentine’s Market
Saturday 10, Hotel San José
Need a last-minute Valentine’s Day reward to your honey? Head to SoCo Saturday afternoon, the place Hotel San José will supply meals, drinks, music by DJ Son Fjord, and a vendor market. McKinley Mazar sells handmade jewellery, Gemini & Company crafts wax candles, and Chantal Ceramics provides vases, mugs, and bowls; elsewhere, Rancho Sueño and Third Round Vintage arrange store for the clothing-inclined. If you’re actually feeling assured in your relationship, hit up everlasting jewelers Link X Lou, who weld 14k gold into equipment that keep on without end. – Carys Anderson
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Puppy Bowl
Saturday 10, Yard Bar
Before the Chiefs and 49ers hit the gridiron Sunday, see some fur-ocious puppies face off “in an epic display of uninhibited cuteness.” Austin Humane Society’s seventeenth annual Puppy Bowl helps you to showcase your fur baby’s playfulness for one quarter through the Puppy Player Pass ($30 donation to AHS). That’s not the one strategy to contribute: $20 will get you right into a raffle for some superb prizes, corresponding to a transportable Traeger grill ($450 worth) or a celebration for 10 folks and pups at Yard Bar and Camp Out ($500 worth). The massive recreation begins promptly at 2pm, and don’t miss the first-ever Rescue Dog Halftime Show! – Kat McNevins
Uncanny Attractions: Drag and Dropkicks
Saturday 10, Highland Lounge
Wham-bam, physique slam! Austin-based all-inclusive wrestling league Uncanny Attractions places on Show the Love, a romantic rumble on the largest homosexual bar on the town that includes not simply wrestlers however drag performances as effectively. Catch reigning Unchampion Billy Dixon defending his belt towards debut brawler Brick Savage; a household battle between Dillon and Eddy McQueen; a tag workforce battle between workforce Living in Fashion (Devin Carter & Zakai Living) and Purple Haze (Prince Alexander & Hollywood Hellcat Hendrixx); plus tons extra! Can’t catch the large present IRL? Uncanny streams dwell on IWTV, baybee! – James Scott
Love on Lockhart
Saturday 10, Lockhart
Look past these metropolis limits for LGBTQ enjoyable with the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce. They’ve chartered a bus that’ll pop off from Fourth Street on a street journey to small city Lockhart. While there, you’ll discover native businesses like Barbs B Q, Loop & Lil’s Pizza, Best Little Wine & Books, and others who’re members of the chamber’s new Small Town Big Pride program, and witness a rainbow ribbon-cutting on the Caldwell County Courthouse. After this street journey, you’ll wish to give Lockhart a weekly go to. – James Scott
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Queer Foursquare
Saturday 10, Alamo Pocket Park
Elementary college staple foursquare dates again to the Fifties, when its guidelines had been specified by a Cincinnati schoolteacher’s handbook. Since then, the fundamentals have barely modified: “Equipment: A large rubber ball (and) a court marked off into four squares.” Yet updates to this marvelous recreation proceed, together with our personal native LGBTQ foursquare faction. With Punxsutawney Phil having gone sans shadow final Friday, climate shall be good for you and yours to hitch them on the Alamo Pocket Park’s pavilion for a bit quad court docket enjoyable. No have to carry your personal giant rubber ball, however bringing a snack for everybody isn’t a nasty thought. – James Scott
Afrofuturism and the Law Symposium
Saturday 10, Eidman Courtroom on the Connally Center for Justice
Texas Law occasions are likely to get fairly within the authorized weeds, however this one is geared towards anyone with an curiosity within the intersection of Black tradition, historical past, and the way forward for American regulation. Hosted by the Thurgood Marshall Legal Society and the Austin Black Lawyers Association, the free occasion will kick off with a keynote tackle from Fordham professor Bennett Capers, an professional on legal regulation and demanding race idea. Three panels will observe, protecting policing, well being, and training. Hosts will present lunch, and the occasion ends with a mixer. – Maggie Q. Thompson
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Bean & Cornbread Cook-Off
Saturday 10, 12 Fox Beer
Rivalries spur a few of our biggest improvements: Ford vs. Ferrari, Coke vs. Pepsi, Marvel vs. DC … and the cooks of the Dripping Springs Cook-Off Club. Begun in 1987 with some pals who wished to find out who made one of the best barbecue, the group now holds a number of cook-offs per yr. This is the primary time they’re going through off with beans and cornbread, although, and the outcomes will definitely boost your weekend and usher in proceeds for native charities. Join in from 8am to 3pm at 12 Fox Beer to see who reigns supreme. – Kat McNevins
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Super Bowl LVIII Watch Party
Sunday 11, Meanwhile Brewing Co.
Sure, you’ll be able to watch the sport at home, however wouldn’t or not it’s good if another person dealt with the snacks? The venue’s quite a few meals vans will every have specials to mark this most holy of American sports activities occasions. Bring a chair and present up early in order for you a great spot in entrance of the outside display screen. There’s no cowl or RSVP required, simply your love of pigskins and the parents who toss and catch them. – James Renovitch
Galentine’s Drag Brunch
Sunday 11, Rules & Regs
One of the most well-liked faux holidays invented by a TV present, Galentine’s Day takes place on Feb. 13 in Parks and Recreation land however might be noticed anytime in early February once you wish to have fun friendship. Such as on Feb. 11, with a fierce drag brunch (1-3pm) honoring pop icons and hosted by the fabulous Celia Light on a blinding rooftop bar overlooking the Downtown skyline. Pop by the everlasting jewellery station from Spark Collection so that you and your besties can get matching chains (noon-3pm). Reservations required, so plan forward! – Kat McNevins
Bouldin Creek Cafe (Photo by Jana Birchum)
Bazaar Brunch
Sunday 11, Bouldin Creek Cafe
After a four-year hiatus, these artful movers and shakers of Eastside Pop Up return to Leslie Martin’s wonderful vegan diner on South First to supply a day (10am-2pm) of shop-’til-you-nom retail remedy among the many espresso and pancakes and mimosas and extra. Featuring handcrafted and classic wares from the Little Gay Shop, Flora & Fauna, Wingtip Betty, Finery by Terra, Cousin Kenny, and different proficient locals, this merry market is certain to make your last-minute Valentine’s procuring easy-peasy pecan pie. – Wayne Alan Brenner
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Roller Rodeo Disco
Monday 12, Playland Skate Center
Local sexual well being clinic ASHwell and queer nation eventstars Neon Rainbows are placing on a rollerskatin’-n’-scootin’ extravaganza – on a Monday no much less! DJ Boi Orbison will carry the genre-bending nation/disco mashups, plus a halftime present by none apart from ATX Dolly Brigitte Bandit and recognized Willie impersonator Travis Randy Travis. There’ll be a {couples} costume contest, as a result of ’tis the season, and a multi-vendor market with Lonestar Queer. All this may very well be yours for the low worth of $14 – together with rollerblade or skate rental! – Lina Fisher
Digital Libraries for Thinking Machines
Monday 12, Harry Ransom Center
We’re pondering, with our personal private wetware, that the Harry Ransom Center’s jam-packed stronghold, replete with world-class collections of paperwork and artifacts from throughout, is the proper venue for internet hosting this speak by Brewster Kahle, founder and digital librarian of the Internet Archive. Kahle’s magnum opus, begun in 1996, preserves greater than 99 distinctive petabytes of information – the books, net pages, music, tv, and software program of our fashionable cultural heritage – and works with library and college companions world wide to create a digital library that’s accessible to all. – Wayne Alan Brenner
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Chess Club
Tuesday 13, Willie Mae Kirk Branch Library
OK, let’s open with the basic Pawn to King’s Knight Four, then pause on the traditional board of battle to proclaim that the WMK department of your Austin Public Library system welcomes all residents to discover ways to play chess – towards different people! Discover a world of arcane technique on a tabletop, socialize with like-minded gamesters, and by no means thoughts the AlphaZero as you fortunately hone your vital pondering expertise. Note: Ages 10 and younger have to be accompanied by an grownup. – Wayne Alan Brenner
Erotica: a Madonna Drag Tribute
Wednesday 14, Coconut Club
Why have fun Valentine’s Day when you’ll be able to have fun Mother Madge? Presented by sexual well being middle ASHwell, queens Tatiana Cholula, Harlót, Paprika, and Ryan pay tribute to the queer ally of our time and her landmark 1992 album Erotica. Need a preview? Ryan paid homage to the document’s coinciding coffeetable ebook Sex final yr, so you realize she’s received her lewks down pat. DJ Lavender Thug units the temper earlier than and after the present – erotic, certainly. – Carys Anderson
AEW Dynamite & Rampage
Wednesday 14, H-E-B Center at Cedar Park
Last yr left some followers clamoring for a restoration of the “feeling” All Elite Wrestling as soon as gave them. Perennially on-line CEO/booker Tony Khan – whose longtime ardour for pro-wrestling runs deeper than his billion-dollar pockets – not too long ago tweeted “2024 AEW is the next 2021 AEW.” Bringing again components that separated his action-packed promotion from its competitors, like a sports-esque rating system, has cultivated a promising begin to 2024. Wrestlers at present marketed to seem embody Adam Copeland (fka Edge), Jon Moxley, and Sting. With AEW building towards Sting’s retirement match subsequent month, this taping might symbolize the ultimate probability Austin residents get to behold “the Icon” dwell. – Derek Udensi
Guillermo’s Classical Music Trivia Night
Wednesday 14, The Brewtorium Brewery & Kitchen
KMFA lets its weekend host Guillermo Delgado out on a weekday to problem the classically inclined. The trivia theme is … (checks calendar) … love! Also, who knew the KMFA crew had a cupid squad? We didn’t, however they’ll be there. The organizers declare you don’t want any information of symphonies, etudes and whatnot to have enjoyable, however you’re most likely not going to walk away with the Beethoven Bust. Aside from bragging rights, the winners walk away with tickets to an upcoming Austin Opera manufacturing. – James Renovitch
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