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• Ada Zhang: “The Sorrows of Others” | Monday, May 22 | 7 p.m. | BookPeople, 603 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin | Free | The author of the short story collection will discuss her book with Willie Fitzgerald, in addition to signing copies.
• The Psychology of Serial Killers | Monday, May 22 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave., Austin | $29 | Dig in deep to what makes a serial killer with criminology expert Dr. Scott Bonn.

• Who is Austin For? A Conversation on Growth, Class, and Affordability | Tuesday, May 23 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum, 2313 Red River St., Austin | Free | Hear from representatives of HousingWorks Austin, Good Work Austin, Austin EMS, and Sound Music Cities.
• Emily Shirley with Katie Lessley | Tuesday, May 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Meanwhile Brewing Co., 3901 Promontory Point Dr., Austin | Free | Kick back and grab a beer at this outdoor show for all ages.

• C’est la Vida | Wednesday, May 24 | 6:30-8 p.m. | The VORTEX, 2307 Manor Rd., Austin | Free | Tune into music from Javier Jara and watch contemporary dance from Sandie Donzica.
• Get Ripped Comedy Show | Wednesday, May 24 | 8-10 p.m. | Vulcan Gas Company, 418 E. 6th St., Austin | $30 | Watch five comedians show off their best stuff at this weekly comedy set.

• No hard feelings, San Jose. Austin is now the No. 10 largest city in the US, according to new data from the US Census Bureau. The report also found nine of the 15 fastest-growing cities in the US were in the South, with Georgetown leading the charge nationwide.

• Zilker Studios, a seven-story apartment complex on South Lamar Boulevard, opened Friday. The space sets aside affordable housing for 110 people, in addition to providing on-site services for people leaving homelessness. (CBS Austin)
• Renderings were unveiled for a new, 47-story tower coming to 506 West Avenue. The building was designed by Gensler Austin, and boasts curved corners and a rosy exterior. Take a look, and read our recent interview with the Gensler team’s leadership. (Austin Towers)

• Austin ISD’s Board of Trustees approved a series of pay raises last week. Teachers, librarians, and counselors will receive a minimum 7% pay raise, while classified staff like teacher assistants and bus drivers will receive an additional $4 per hour — see the full list of changes. (KUT)

• Texas baseball defeated West Virginia 7-3 on Saturday, earning its third Big 12 Championship in the last seven years. The Longhorns share their victory with West Virginia and Oklahoma State, however, as this season is the first time in conference history that there are three co-champions. (Austin American-Statesman)

• The City of Austin’s Economic Development Department dedicated $1.8 million for workforce development in the childcare and healthcare industries. As part of the effort, 200 early childhood educators will receive stipends, and dozens of others will receive weekly coaching and training.

• Lil’ Easy Fine Cajun Food & Bar — a new Southern Louisiana food restaurant — will open before next February at 5000 E. Cesar Chavez St. The restaurant is from the team behind De Nada Cantina and Sawyer & Co., and will serve dishes like Cajun meat pies, crab claws, and char-grilled oysters. (Eater Austin)

• Get a ticket to the Alamo Drafthouse for $5 as part of the theater’s Family Summer Vacation season. The series kicks off with “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” on Monday, May 29, and will also include interactive screenings and the Alamo Kids Camp. See the full lineup.

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• Calling all climbers: Experience the thrill of rock climbing at the brand new Mesa Rim Austin location. This state-of-the-art facility features 55-ft tall walls and offers climbing routes + boulders for climbers of all abilities, expert instruction for newcomers, and a welcoming community. Reach new heights at Mesa Rim.*

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