Hit the water for a trash cleanup on Lady Bird Lake! Austin Rowing Club is hosting a Community Trail Cleanup with The Trail Conservancy! You can sign up to volunteer here. Volunteers ARE REQUIRED to fill out ARC's SmartWaiver prior to the event. Event Details: Meeting Information: Austin Rowing Club Parking...
Get ready to cast your ballot for Pet Mayor of Austin! Come to our all-ages block party featuring games, food, and hands-on voting practice! Get warmed up for the November election -- Paws to the Polls: The Great Austin Pet Election is coming to a neighborhood...
Come learn about composting at the Zero Waste Resource Fair, hosted by Austin Resource Recovery! Residents of apartments, condos and other multifamily communities can pick up a free kitchen compost collector while supplies last. Plus snacks, sustainability resources and more. Learn more about zero waste...
“I Am Parks and Recreation” is a special photo exhibit celebrating the people who make Austin’s parks, programs, and public spaces thrive. Through on‑location portraits and personal reflections, the exhibit offers an intimate look at the everyday work, dedication, and care that often goes unseen...
Register for an upcoming orientation! Orientations introduce Austin Resource Recovery programs and services, provide an overview of the Zero Waste Block Leader program and resources, explain volunteer expectations and help participants connect with the Zero Waste Block Leader network. Register for the virtual orientation here. Zero...
Join the Asian American Resource Center and Austin History Center on Tuesday, July 14 from 6:30 to 8pm for a fun and interactive session on how to kickstart your archiving practice and keep your archives safe for years to come. This session is perfect for beginners and anyone...
From May 27 through September 2, the LBJ Library will stay open until 9 PM every Wednesday (last visitor admitted at 8 PM), giving you extra time to explore history after hours. Explore immersive exhibits, uncover iconic moments from American history, and see the museum...
Join BRAVE Communities for an engaging intergenerational community gathering that explores the powerful connection between financial well-being, mental health, and economic mobility. This event brings together subject matter experts for a dynamic panel discussion, followed by a community movement activity designed to reduce stress, build...
“You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. Don’t make money your goal. Instead pursue the things you love doing and then do them so well that people can’t take their eyes off of you.” - Maya Angelou Join BRAVE Communities for an engaging intergenerational...
Join us on Thursday, July 16, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM for a free virtual class with two presenters from Austin’s Watershed Protection Department. Meghan Slocombe will discuss the impacts of urbanization on water cycle processes and stream ecology, and provide an overview of WPD monitoring. Liz...