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Events

Friday, April 7

“Casa de Spurs” at Native Hostel | Friday, Apr. 7-Saturday, Apr. 8 | 1 p.m.-2 a.m. | Native Hostel, 807 E. 4th St., Austin | Free | As a part of the “Spurs Week” series, Native Hostel has photo ops, games, and exclusive giveaways for all fans to enjoy
Watchhouse - Duo | Friday, Apr. 7 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave., Austin | $30-$60 | The pair formerly known as Mandolin Orange will perform alongside Samantha Crain.

Saturday, April 8

U.S. Women’s National Team vs. Republic of Ireland | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 1:30 p.m. | Q2 Stadium, 10414 Mc Kalla Pl., Austin | $65-$315 | It’s the US vs. Ireland in this international friendly match.

Monday, April 10

The Amazing Acro-Cats Keep it Weird in Austin! | Monday, April 10-Friday, April 14 | 7-9 p.m. | The Dougherty Arts Center Theater, 1110 Barton Springs Rd., Austin | $40-$60 | Watch these trained cats put on a purrfect and dynamic show.

Tuesday, April 11

National Poetry Day with Typewriter Rodeo | Tuesday, Apr. 11 | 7 p.m. | Meanwhile Brewing Co., 3901 Promontory Point Dr., Austin | Free | Enjoy live music and get a free custom poem from Typewriter Rodeo.

Wednesday, April 12

8th Indie Meme Film Festival | Wednesday, April 12-Sunday, April 16 | Times vary | AFS Cinema, 6259 Middle Fiskville Rd., Austin | $100-$200 | Watch more than 20 films in 13 different languages at this festival highlighting South Asian and Iranian filmmakers.
Andrew Porter: “The Disappeared” | Wednesday, Apr. 12 | 7 p.m. | BookPeople, 603 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin | Free | Porter will read from his novel “The Disappeared,” sign copies, and answer audience questions.

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Hometown Hero is asking the questions we all want to know the answers to. | Photo by Hometown Hero

As 4/20 approaches, Hometown Hero is asking law enforcement all the need-to-know questions about the legalities of CBD, Delta-9, and hemp.

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News Notes

Weather

It’s been a stormy few days in ATX. Weather teams expect to see precipitation in most areas through Saturday morning — view some storm photos. (KXAN)

Sports

The San Antonio Spurs won 129-127 against the Portland Trailblazers — a tight match for Austin’s first-ever NBA game. The Spurs will face the Minnesota Timberwolves at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 8 at the Moody Center.
Austin FC will once again rival Los Angeles FC this Saturday, April 8 in an away game. Watch the game here and support the team from afar.

Community

The Dove Springs neighborhood basketball court got an upgrade, courtesy of the San Antonio Spurs. The team, coupled with Austin Parks Foundation and the city, renovated the court as part of Play ATX, a $500,000 fund for fixing or building five courts around town. (KXAN)

Cause

Community First! Village and Brohn Homes unveiled two new home designs — one wheelchair accessible and one with a rooftop patio — on Thursday. The nonprofit is working toward creating 1,900 homes for the chronically homeless. (KXAN)

Open

Pop-up bakery Comadre Panadería is moving... next door. The bakery’s permanent location on 1204 Cedar Ave. is next to Nixta Taqueria, where the shop has been operating on the patio. Owner Mariela Camacho is currently raising funds to set up shop. (Eater Austin)

Austinite

Cyril Bertheau is leaving for a trip to Seattle — he’ll get there in 100 days. After quitting his six-figure job, Cyril will travel only on horseback from Austin to the Emerald City for a “great adventure.” (Austin Business Journal)

Travel

What’s your vacation vibe — coastal, lavish, or off the beaten path? For something coastal, check out these stunning oceanfront views in Hilton Head, SC. For a lavish stay, you’ll love this award-winning vacation home in Palm Springs, CA. And for something off the beaten path, peep this modern cabin with views of Mount Rainier, WA.

Fitness

Welcome to the Texas Wellness Oasis

Swift Fit Events opens the Texas Wellness Oasis

An intimate party in a narrow space with exposed brick walls. People are talking to different health booths.

For now, Swift Fit Events will only open its doors on Friday evenings. | Photo by Swift Fit Events

Picture this: You just finished a tough gym session, and you could really go for a mocktail.

Swift Fit Events, a health and wellness event organizer, and Sans Bar, a zero-proof cocktail bar, have teamed up for to create the Texas Wellness Oasis, a holistic hub for all things health.

Now open every Friday at starting at 5 p.m. at 918 Congress Ave., the Texas Wellness Oasis offers free community sound baths. The space is also available for rentals.

You might have attended one of Swift Fit Events workout sessions before — the programmer hosts near-daily free fitness classes at Fareground, 111 Congress Ave., and Republic Square.

Free classes include:

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Shoutout

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

Heads up — National Pet Day is on Tuesday, April 11. I think I’ll treat my cat, Ozzy, to one of his favorite things: a brand-new wand toy.

As a general animal lover, I would love to see the pets you’re celebrating next week. Send me some pictures and a short bio about your pets and you might see them in an upcoming newsletter.

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