What we’re eyeing

• Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Oval Dutch Oven with Lid: Once you get a good deal on one of the most prestigious cookware brands, you’ll never want to go back.
• Debor Outdoor Cat Playpen: Searching for a way for your cats (or any pets) to experience the outdoors without compromising on safety? Look no further.
• Haque 120'’ Cantilever Umbrella: Find shelter from the sweltering summer heat while still enjoying your backyard with this collapsible outdoor umbrella.

The deets on discounts

• Area rugs up to 80% off
• Bedding up to 65% off
• Cookware + bakeware up to 60% off
• Home office furniture up to 55% off
• Living room seating up to 60% off
• Mirrors and decor up to 65% off
• Outdoor furniture up to 60% off
• Outdoor lighting and decor up to 55% off
• And more.

• Un-Birthday Party | Monday, May 6 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Play for All Park, 151 N. A.W. Grimes Blvd., Round Rock | Free | This party invites children with disabilities (and their families) to celebrate the 364 days of the year that aren’t your birthday with all-abilities fun.
• Bob Appel | Monday, May 6 | 7-10 p.m. | Giddy Ups, 12010 Manchaca Rd., Austin | Free | This Honky Tonk Monday show lets the Northern California singer take the stage with his music inspired by 1980s country musicians.
• Greta Van Fleet | Monday, May 6 | 7-11 p.m. | The Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Dr., Austin | $50+ | The neo-classic rockers perform the “Starcatcher World Tour.”

• Dunk Tank Comedy | Tuesday, May 7 | 6:30 p.m. | The Creek and the Cave, 611 E. 7th St., Austin | Free | New and seasoned comedians test fresh material at this open mic show.
• Orchid Photography Workshop | Tuesday, May 7 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Rd., Austin | Free | Heart of Texas Orchid Society members Emily Pace + Ron Infante lead this course on snapping perfect pics.

• Cypress Hill | Wednesday, May 8 | 7 p.m. | Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater, 801 Red River St., Austin | $70+ | The hip-hop group takes the stage for the “We Legalized It 2024" tour with guests The Pharcyds + Souls of Mischief

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• Over 50,000 ballots have been counted for the Travis County Joint General and Special Elections on Saturday, May 4. Want to know the current tallies? The county clerk is sharing unofficial results using data from all 127 vote centers.

• Austin City Council unanimously voted to adopt revisions to Austin Water’s conservation and drought response plans. The changes set five and 10-year goals to reduce water usage and waste and adds another stage to the drought contingency guidelines. (KUT)

• This one’s for the history books — Green & White Grocery has been designated as a City of Austin Historic Landmark. The east Austin store was established in the 1930s and began by selling goods imported from Mexico. The community staple now specializes in health and herbal supplements.

• Ten local small businesses were celebrated by Wells Fargo and nonprofit Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI) for their resilience in growing their companies. During the ceremony, EGBI received a $30,000 grant to continue its services and each biz received $1,000 to aid their success.

• Austin City Council voted to approve Austin Public Health’s Texas Healthy Building Blocks program. The initiative will provide resources to early childhood educators in Travis County that aim to improve childhood obesity prevention practices. The program is slated to run through 2028.

• We’ll raise a glass to the 2024 World Beer Cup winners, including two local brews. Pinthouse Brewing’s “Green Battles” won a gold medal in the American-Style Strong Pale Ale category while The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co.'s “Hell Yes” received bronze in the Munich-Style Helles category.

• Want to learn how Austin’s Planning Department wants to make the city more transit-friendly? The agency will host two in-person workshops where locals can discuss changes. The first session is today, 6 p.m., at Anderson High School and the second is Wednesday, May 8, 6 p.m. at the George Washington Carver Museum.

• Doggone it, Austinites love their pups. According to a study by Zillow Rentals and BARK, Austin is the No. 2 most dog-friendly US city and 77% of local rentals allow canines. Don’t be surprised if you see a Labrador or golden retriever move in — those are the city’s most popular breeds.

• How might pitcher Nathan Eovaldi’s injury impact the Rangers? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Rangers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.