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Monday, April 27 

Your Daily Guide

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What Austin's Talking About

Austin Public Library Launches Design Contest

To celebrate its 100th year, the Austin Public Library has launched a contest for a new card design. Three designs will be chosen. You can submit a design through June 1. [Community Impact]

More AISD Consolidations Not Likely

Matias Segura, superintendent of Austin Independent School District, said more school closures are not likely as the district faces a possible $181 million budget deficit. The district may change its attendance boundaries. [Austin American-Statesman]

$30 Concert Tix on Sale This Week

Live Nation’s “Summer of Live” promotion starts on Wednesday, offering $30 concert tickets to see artists like Tim McGraw, The Pussycat Dolls, Kid Cudi, and more in Austin this summer. [CultureMap Austin]

Athena’s Mate Thought To Be Dead

The male mate of Athena, a great horned owl who nests at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center every spring, may be the owl found with a fatal gash on its shoulder on a porch near the Circle C neighborhood last week. The center’s owl docent said the bird “sure looks like Athena’s mate.” [KXAN]

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35 Years of Art Under the Sky

Tucked beside Zilker Park, the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum is a beloved nonprofit that has spent 35 years putting world-class art on view. Enjoy free parking, affordable admission, and bronze sculpture you're allowed to touch. Come for free monthly family days, rotating contemporary art exhibitions, and special evening programs where guests can explore the UMLAUF after hours. Wander the garden paths and see why this spot is an Austin favorite! 

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