Happy January, Austin. If you’re anything like us, you’re looking forward to days growing longer, taking time to reset, and focusing on New Year's resolutions — and with all that excitement, you’re also looking for fun local events to attend. Read on for all the top events happening this month in the 512. Note: COVID protocols are changing rapidly to curb the spread of the Omicron variant in Austin. Please make sure to check event listing pages + venue websites for the most up-to-date information.

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Steak Night | Every Wednesday | 5-8 p.m. | Waterloo Ice House | Prepare to fill your belly with steak served with a fully loaded baked potato + seasonal veggies.

Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon | Monthly | Registration required | Join this luncheon with the chamber to network with various community members + discuss various topics.

Dawgs After Dark: Blanton Museum Black Artists Exhibition | Now-May 8 | Times vary | The Blanton Museum of Art |This installation celebrates major acquisitions made possible by funds from an anonymous donor to purchase work by contemporary Black artists.

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KVN | Thurs., Jan. 13 | 7 p.m. | Mohawk Austin | $10 | If you missed this local pop band play at Free Week, now’s your chance to catch their show, plus performances from Jake Lloyd + Eimaral Sol.

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Deep House Brunch Austin | Sun., Jan. 16 | 1-7 p.m. | Idle Hands | Groove out at this dance party.

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Essential Cinema: Works by Bill Morrison | Thurs., Jan. 20-Thurs., Feb. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | $13 | This four-part film series examines Bill Morrison’s most iconic films such as “Decasia” + “The Village Detective.”

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Laval Rocket vs. Texas Stars | Sat., Jan. 29 | 7 p.m. | H-E-B Center at Cedar Park | Grab the popcorn, because this hockey game is sure to be an exciting time — doors open at 6 p.m.

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Green Eggs & Jam: Sunday Brunch Series | Sun., Jan. 30 | 1 p.m. | $15 | Take a walk back through time with Grateful Dead and Phish covers — doors open at 12 p.m.

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