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• Act Up: The True Cost | Monday, July 17 | 6 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave., Austin | $27-$42 | This sustainability-centered documentary screening presented by Anact and Patagonia will be followed by a live Q&A with industry leaders.
• Tears for Fears | Monday, July 17 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Dr., Austin | $30-$1,636 | “The Tipping Point” tour — with special guest Cold War Kids — will make everybody want to rule the world.

• Blues on the Green | Tuesday, July 18-Wednesday, July 19 | 8 p.m. | Zilker Metropolitan Park, 2100 Barton Springs Rd., Austin | Free | Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair for the return of Austin’s free summer outdoor concert series.

• Normal Gossip: Live | Wednesday, July 19 | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave., Austin | $40.75-$55.75 | Expect juicy gossip about people you’ll never know at this live performance of the podcast.

• Drink Up deal: Grassy Thursdays | Thursday, July 20 | 7-10 p.m. | St. Elmo Brewing Company, 440 E. St Elmo Rd., Austin | Free | Enjoy live bluegrass music — and don’t forget to mention ATXtoday at checkout for a free Carl.
• Song Confessional Midnight Gala | Thursday, July 20 | 9 p.m. | The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Dr., Austin | Free | Listen to KUTX’s Song Confessional podcast, listen to a DJ set, and sip on a drink.

• LIVE — Schools, neighborhoods, and unwritten rules of the city
• WORK — Top industries, startups, and great spots to work outside
• PLAY — Parks, festivals, hikes, and date nights

• ERCOT issued another Weather Watch until Tuesday, July 18 due to extreme heat and forecasted high electricity demand. To help cool people off, the City of Austin opened several misting tents and began distributing cold water in Republic Square this weekend. (KXAN)

• Austin-Bergstrom International Airport will spend $88 million settling lawsuits related to the early end of a 40-year lease on land held by Lonestar Airport Holdings. The area in question currently houses the airport’s South Terminal, which will be demolished to create a new concourse and taxiways. (Austin American-Statesman)

• Two Austin-made comic books are nominated for the Ringos, an industry-led award for comic professionals. “Halloween Man” creator Drew Edwards scored a nomination for Best Writer, while “The Ghoul Agency” earned a nomination for Best Kids Comic or Graphic Novel. (Austin Chronicle)

• Austin FC’s honorary mascot program with Austin Pets Alive! has helped 50 shelter dogs find their forever home. In recognition of the program on Friday, the city declared July 14 as Austin FC Honorary Mascot Day. (FOX 7)

• Captain Isaac Becker will join the US Navy’s elite Blue Angels team next year. The Austinite will help the flight demonstration squadron showcase their flying expertise in performances that have garnered 450+ million spectators internationally. (CBS Austin)

• Longhorns, turn the dial. After eight years, UT sports will no longer broadcast from KTXX (104.9 FM, 101.9FM, 1260 AM), instead moving to KVET-FM (1300 AM, 98.1 FM). (KXAN)

• 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.*

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

• On our wish list: the NETVUE Smart Bird Feeder. It identifies bird species + captures live, high-quality footage you can save or share from your phone.*

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