August & September Calendar
12 Things We Love
in August & September
aGLIFF 33: Prism
August 6-16, times vary
The 33rd annual All Genders, Lifestyles, and Identities Film Festival (aGLIFF) is going virtual. Join others to enjoy Austin’s oldest film festival by viewing features, documentaries, and shorts over two weekends. Memberships and badges are available for both weekends, with members given priority access to tickets for film streams. Badges start at $35, while memberships starts at $300.
agliff.org
L.I.T. Kids Book Box & Black Austin Tours
August 8, 9am
L.I.T. Kids Book Box & Black Austin Tours presents an extraordinary learning experience to our youth. Take a tour of historical landmarks and more, highlighting the rich and vibrant history of Austin’s Black community. Kindergarten to 12th grade students are welcomed to participate. Tickets are $20; or $50 includes a book box and tour.
litkidsbooks.com
Mixed Media Collage Making
August 8, 11am
Make a mixed media collage with Whitney Avra in The Cathedral’s virtual workshop. Learn how to combine colors and mixed media materials on top of a black and white portrait of a woman. See how to make old vintage images pop with bright, bold colors, fabrics, sequins, paper collage elements, and more. Curbside pickup for materials is available through August 7. Tickets start at $85. http://thecathedralatx.com
Back to the Future at the Drive-In
August 14, 8:50pm
Load up the car for a movie night as Blue Starlite Drive-In shows Back to the Future or the Grease Sing Along on August 7-8. Order a concession package to be delivered to your car, or bring your own snacks. All movie-goers must remain inside the car to watch the film. Tickets start at $25 per car slot.
2103 E M Franklin Ave. | http://bluestarlitedrivein.com
Stay Home Book Club
August 17, 6-8pm
Book lovers come together with Boss Babes ATX for a virtual discussion over the book, Wow, No Thank You by Samantha Irby. The meeting will be informal and flow in any direction the conversation takes participants. Register online to receive a free link to the Zoom discussion. Donations are accepted at registration. bossbabes.org
Digital Collections
Explore a variety of digital collections through the Harry Ransom Center any day of the week. From the holograph works of Charlotte and Emily Bronte to the Circus collection of chippings, photographs, posters, and programs pertaining to dozens of American and foreign circuses, the collections online are a great resource to learn from home.
hrc.contentdm.oclc.org
Danny Schmidt & Carrie Elkin
August 20, 7:30-9:30pm
Stream a live performance by Carrie Elkin and Danny Schmidt from the Blue Rock Texas State. These award-winning Austin artists will fill the evening with their energy, wit, spirit, and music. Purchase a ticket for the livestream online for $25.
bluerocktexas.com/events
Yoga and Meditation
September 6, 10-11am
Yoga lovers unite during Dharma Yoga’s one hour of yoga and meditation. This all-levels course will take place over Zoom and be led by
Dharma Yoga founder, Keith Kachtick. For those unable to stream in, consider joining on any Sunday or tune in Thursday nights for Gentle Yoga. The class is free; however, participants are encouraged to donate through PayPal or Venmo. Email kkachtick@gmail.com for a link to the class.
3317 Manor Road | dharma-yoga.net
Solo Park Clean Up
September 19, all day
As hiring freezes and staff shortages continue to affect the city, Austin Parks Foundation needs the community’s assistance to help clean park trails and green spaces. Practice social distancing while getting outside by volunteering to help clean a park near you. Simply grab a trash bag and gloves, and head to the park. Be sure to tag them on social media. austinparks.org
Austin Scavenger Hunt
Daily
Get out of the house and practice social distancing by taking yourself on the Austin Scavenger Hunt. This fun-filled journey will take participants in a loop around downtown in search of storied buildings, great green spaces, and epic concert venues. Tickets start at $12.99.
https://www.letsroam.com/scavenger_hunt/Austin_Scavenger_Hunt
Nature – It’s About Relationship
September 27, 2-5pm
Join Taino and Friends for an interactive workshop as they learn why healing relationships with nature is important. Discover how the arts is a natural way to experience the connection to the earth. Whether in-person at the Puerto Rican Cultural Center or through livestream at home, this lesson will be delivered with Taino music and dance for all.
prfdance.org/mission.htm
City Council Meeting
September 3, 10am
Stay informed about what the city is doing during the pandemic by streaming into the City of Austin’s weekly council meeting. Citizen comments regarding the meeting can be submitted online at austintexas.gov/email/citizenscommunication.
Beginner Embroidery with Stitching Hew Daily
Learn how to make a neon paw print hoop at home with the help of Austin Pets Alive. With step-by step directions and a PDF pattern ready to be downloaded, anyone can jump into the world of embroidery. While the tutorial is free, all materials must be purchased by each participant.
austinpetsalive.org/events/virtual-events
