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📖 Bible stories in school
June 29, 2026 · Kelsey Bradshaw
🦒 Welcome to Monday! If you somehow were not glued to your phone waiting for updates about Gracie the giraffe, I come bearing great news. Gracie was found early on Friday about four miles from home.

What's CITY Talking About
State Mandates Bible Stories in Public Schools
The State Board Of Education approved new mandatory reading lists for public schools that include stories from the Bible such as Adam and Eve and the Parable of the Prodigal Son. The lists will be used starting in 2030. [The Texas Tribune]
Saharan Dust Expected Today
A plume of Saharan dust is expected to move into the Austin area today and last through Tuesday. Expect hazy skies and a possible impact on air quality. [Fox 7 Austin]
Texas Road Trips To Try
Summer means it’s road trip season and I’m perusing this list of scenic drives in the state for a new one to try! I think I need to plan a beach road trip ASAP. [Texas Monthly]
What To Know About Fireworks
With the Fourth of July coming up, you may be wondering what the rules are on setting off fireworks at home. In Austin, fireworks are illegal to have within city limits. [KXAN]

Where Is This?

Congratulations to Joanne P. for guessing last week’s “Where Is This?” correctly! This photo is of “Clock Knot” by Mark di Suvero. The sculpture is located outside of the School of Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin.
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What To Do
Monday, June 29
- ❓ “Doctor Who” Trivia at Punch Bowl Social
- 🎥 “Chocolate Babies” at Hyperreal Film Club
- 🤠 Queer Two-Step Night at Sagebrush
- 🌝 Full Moon Swim at Austin Motel
- 🎲 Board Game Club at Austin Public Library Pleasant Hill Branch
Tuesday, June 30
- 👗 Teen Clothing Swap at Austin Public Library Central Library
- 🐕 Barking Book Buddies at Austin Public Library Howson Branch
- 🔵 The Blue Bongo Ballroom Show at 29th Street Ballroom
- 💬 Hear Me Out: My Gay Awakening at Hyperreal Film Club
- ❓ Emo + Pop Punk Muzingo (Music + Bingo) at Bouldin Acres - South Lamar
Wednesday, July 1
- 🫶 Community Volunteering: Fabric Rolling at Austin Creative Reuse
- 📚 Annie Hartnett: “The Road to Tender Hearts” at First Light Book Shop
- 🍺 Teacher Happy Hour at Meanwhile Brewing Co.
- 🎶 ZOSO (The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience) at ACL Live at 3TEN
- 🎥 “Vertigo” at the State Theatre
- ❓ “Heated Rivalry” Trivia at The Brewtorium Brewery & Kitchen
🏊 Bye! I’m going to Deep Eddy Pool now that it’s back open!
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