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SUMMARY:South Waterfront Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Open House will take place at the Statesman Bat Park on Saturday\, April 30th between 10am and 4pm. All are welcome to come see the results of a three-year collaboration between city staff\, residents\, local business owners\, property owners\, and other stakeholders. This June\, the City Council will consider adopting the South Central Waterfront Plan to ensure that great park spaces and public gathering places\, green streets\, and affordable housing are central to the future redevelopment of the area. \nThis is a family-friendly event with ice cream and refreshments\, a petting zoo\, face painting\, and live music to accompany visitors as they explore the latest information on what’s happening (and what’s to come) along Austin’s South Waterfront. \n  \nWhat is the South Central Waterfront Initiative? \nThe South Central Waterfront Initiative is a vision and cohesive set of recommendations to guide public and private development along the south side of Lady Bird Lake over the next 20-plus years. The goal is to ensure that\, as this area inevitably changes\, every increment of change will contribute to making a great new district that: \n\nEstablish a lively\, attractive pedestrian environment.\nExpand open space and create great public spaces.\nEnhance connections to and along the waterfront.\nInclude 10-20 percent new housing units as affordable.\n\n  \nEvent Information: \nWhere: Austin American Statesman Bat Park\, 305 S. Congress Ave \nWhen: Saturday\, April 30 between 10 AM and 4 PM \nSchedule: \n\nAmy’s Ice Cream from 11AM to 2PM\nPetting Zoo and face painting 11AM to 3PM\nLive music 11AM to 4PM (bands TBA – check back in a few days!)\nCreative art and place-making with local artist Ann Armstrong and Austin’s Atlas
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/south-waterfront-open-house/
LOCATION:Austin American-Statesman Bat Park\, 305 S. Congress Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Open House and Picnic
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Youth River Watch –\nJoin us for a family-friendly afternoon at our newly renovated EcoHouse on Hornsby Bend! Our annual Open House & Picnic will be from 11am – 4pm on Saturday\, April 30th. There will be live music\, a nature walk\, archery\, fried chicken/burgers/hot dogs\, a silent auction\, lawn games\, a celebration of our graduating seniors\, and a special presentation to honor Elisabeth Welsh for 17 years of dedication.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/open-house-and-picnic/
LOCATION:EcoHouse\, 10611 Platt Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78725\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T120000
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SUMMARY:Home-Grown Spirulina: The Earth's Superfood
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree Class from Brite Ideas – Home-Grown Spirulina: The Earth’s Superfood \nFind out how to set up the best home bioreactors for growing fresh superfoods like spirulina and chlorella in your kitchen. No more dry powder imported from who knows where! By the end of this demonstration\, you should know everything you need to grow at home. Spirulina growing kits will be available for purchase.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/home-grown-spirulina-the-earths-superfood/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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SUMMARY:Democracy Awakening Austin Rally
DESCRIPTION:From Public Citizen Texas –\nJoin us in Austin to be part of a nationwide mobilization to demand action to create a democracy of\, by\, and for the people. We will mobilize to call for solutions that protect the people’s right to vote and prevent our voices from being drowned out by big money. We will demand an end to a system dominated by corporations and the wealthy\, a system that prevents our country from addressing its greatest challenges – from inequality to climate change\, from providing health care to all to ensuring everyone is paid a living wage. \nPlease joint the Facebook event and help spread the word:
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/democracy-awakening-austin-rally/
LOCATION:Southwest grounds of TX Capitol\, 1100 Congress Ave\, Austin\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160502T183000
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SUMMARY:Young Sierrans Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:From the Young Sierrans –\nYoung Sierrans is the group of Sierra Club folks between the ages of 21 and 39. We’ll have our monthly gathering on the 1st Monday of each month\, starting at 6:30 pm\, at WALLER CREEK PUB HOUSE\, located at 603 Sabine St.\, Downtown Austin. \nGive us your ideas about what the Young Sierrans should be doing and help chart out our next events.  Hope to see you there – and bring a friend! \nConsider cycling or taking Cap Metro to the event.  Metered street parking is available. Parking metering ends at 6pm\, but double check signage in your parking area. \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/young-sierrans-happy-hour-7/
LOCATION:Waller Creek Pub House\, 603 Sabine Street\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:National Park Service Centennial Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The National Park Foundation and National Park Service are kicking off the National Park Week and centennial celebrations with a consumer event at the University of Texas at Austin Tower in Austin\, Texas on Tuesday\, May 3rd\, 2016 that is open to the public from 11:30am – 11pm. \nThe kickoff event will feature distinguished keynote speakers. \nConsumers are invited to participate in a “Redwood Kinekt Experience\,” a virtual experience that allows guests to turn into a Redwood Tree in real time through interactive motion sensor technology. Select visitors will be able project their personal redwood to the top of the UT tower\, rising to the same height as the tallest redwood\, a soaring 307 feet above Austin. Guests can also engage with other program assets including interactive learning stations to educate visitors about the centennial movement and more! The event is a part of the Find Your Park/ Encuentra Tu Parque movement\, inspiring a new generation to discover the breadth of the National Park Service\, and in celebration of the National Park Service’s upcoming 100th anniversary. \nThis event is free and open to the public; no RSVP required. 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/national-park-service-centennial-celebration/
LOCATION:University of Texas – Main Building\, 110 Inner Campus Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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SUMMARY:Seed Saving Class
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nFor generations\, gardeners have saved seeds from their strongest\, tastiest plants\, ensuring a resilient seed stock and increasing plant diversity. Join Colleen Dieter\, long-time food gardener and owner of Red Wheelbarrow\, a landscaping consulting company\, for a lesson on how to save seeds from your own garden. We’ll cover the full seed saving process including planning\, harvesting\, processing\, and storage.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/seed-saving-class-2/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160504T183000
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SUMMARY:Handmade with Love: Natural Bath and Beauty Products
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nHave fun and learn to create your own custom bath and beauty products! \nJoin Amy Reynolds\, founder and owner of UP! Organics\, Inc.\, in the Happy Kitchen and discover how and why you should use natural products on your skin. Then get ready to get creative! Using pure\, food-grade ingredients\, including herbal extracts\, essential oils\, carrier oils\, salts and clays\, Amy will assist you in making your own formulations to take home or give as gifts. \nAmy Reynolds is a Nutritionist\, Private Chef and Founder of UP! Organics\, Inc.\, an all-natural skin care company. \nClasses are for adults; teenagers may participate with a parent or guardian present.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/handmade-with-love-natural-bath-and-beauty-products/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Shades of Green" Environmental Talk Radio 91.7 FM (Prop 1)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this week’s edition of “Shades of Green”\, Austin’s only live\, green talk radio program\, on KOOP 91.7FM and streaming online! \nThis week we’ll be talking about Prop 1\, the ride-hailing ordinance which will be on the ballot on May 7th. We will be covering the issue thoroughly throughout the course of the show. \nTopics will include: \n\nThe exact ballot language that voters will see on May 7th\nWhich community groups stand on each side of the issue\, and why\nThe amount of money that has been spent so far on this election\nThe safety and technology issues underlying the entire Uber/Lyft debate\n\nGuests will include: \n\nLaura Morrison\, former Austin City Council Member\nRoy Waley\, Conservation Chair of the Austin Group of the Sierra Club\nMore to be announced…
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shades-of-green-environmental-talk-radio-91-7-fm-prop-1/
LOCATION:KOOP Community Radio\, 3823 Airport Blvd. #B\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting Class
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nLearn about options for utilizing a most valuable gardening resource – rainwater. SFC’s Grow Local Teaching Garden Coordinator will demonstrate how to design and install a rain garden including proper plant choices as well as collecting and storing rainwater in a variety of different ways. Participants will get hands-on practice building a multi-barrel system using 55 gallon barrels.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/rainwater-harvesting-class-2/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160507T100000
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SUMMARY:Free Home Composting Class
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Resource Recovery –\n\nJoin the Composting Community! \nRegister today for a free composting class presented by the City of Austin \n\nComposting is nature’s way of recycling. Rather than sending your food scraps and lawn clippings to the landfill\, you can compost them to create a nutrient-rich fertilizer for your garden or lawn. Register to attend this free composting class and learn how! \n\nThis class is part of the City of Austin’s Home Composting Rebate Program. Austin residents who pay the Clean Community Fee on their utility bill qualify for a $75 rebate on a home composting system. Simply attend a composting class\, then apply! \n\n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/free-home-composting-class/
LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Road\, Susnet Valley\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160507T100000
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SUMMARY:Free tree walk at Hornsby Bend
DESCRIPTION:From TreeFolks –\nFor this TreeFolks tree walk\, Dr. Kevin Anderson\, from the Center for Environmental Research at Hornsby Bend\, will lead a walk centered around the “Environmental History of Central Texas Riparian Forests.” This is going to be a great walk and a great opportunity to learn about the ecology and history of our riparian forests. \nThis event is free\, but space is limited\, so please register at www.treefolks.org/tree-id. \nPlease email audrey@treefolks.org with any questions.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/free-tree-walk-at-hornsby-bend/
LOCATION:Hornsby Bend\, 2210 S FM 973\, Austin\, TX\, 78725\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160507T160000
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SUMMARY:11th Annual HerbDay
DESCRIPTION:The nonprofit American Botanical Council (ABC) will celebrate the 11th annual HerbDay with a variety of herbal educational activities\, including presentations from local and national herbal experts. \nThe HerbDay event occurs at ABC’s headquarters at the historic Case Mill Homestead\, 6200 Manor Road in East Austin\, from 10 am until 4 pm. It is free and open to the public. \nDavid Winston\, clinical herbalist\, ethnobotanist\, author\, and founder and dean of David Winston’s Center for Herbal Studies will give the keynote presentation at noon on “Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength\, Stamina\, and Stress.” Immediately following his presentation\, David will lead a walk through the gardens to see and learn about the many herbs growing in ABC’s expansive 20+ medicinal- and culinary-themed gardens. \nFour additional herb walks will be led by local Austin herbalists. The first two herb walks will start at 10:30 am and will be led by Nicole Telkes\, author and director of the Wildflower School of Botanical Medicine in Austin and Ginger Webb\, director of the Sacred Journey School of Herbalism. Beth Ebbing Johnson\, co-owner of Sacred Moon Herbs\, and Ellen Zimmermann\, director of The Austin School of Herbal Studies\, will lead the second herb walks at 2:30 pm. Each herb walk will last approximately 45 minutes. \nIn addition to the herb walks and herb talk\, participants will have plenty of time to explore ABC’s medicinal and culinary herb gardens on their own. \n“HerbDay is an opportunity for ABC to reach out to the local community in keeping with its nonprofit educational mission\,” said ABC Special Projects Director Gayle Engels. “We get to share our love of the plants and introduce the broader public to the wealth of herbal knowledge that resides in the Austin area.” \nPlants\, books\, refreshments\, and membership information will be available in addition to free sample issues of ABC’s acclaimed\, full-color\, quarterly\, peer-reviewed scientific journal\, HerbalGram\, and other educational literature.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/11th-annual-herbday/
LOCATION:American Botanical Council\, 6200 Manor Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78723 \, United States
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SUMMARY:Aquaponics Quick Start Class
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree Class from Brite Ideas: Aquaponics Quick Start \nTraditionally\, aquaponics is a slow process of building up nutrients for plants and filtration for fish. Slow start-up and disappointing yields can be skipped by employing the “Quick Start” method developed at Brite Ideas and tested by our customers. Come learn how to take the frustrations out of aquaponics and achieve high yields quickly.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/aquaponics-quick-start-class/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160507T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160507T153000
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SUMMARY:Walk the Talk
DESCRIPTION:Imagine Austin and the AIA Austin designvoice committee present: Walk the Talk #3 – Panel and Tour of Missing Middle in Clarksville. This is the third in a series of panels and tours of “missing middle” housing in neighborhoods across Austin. \nThe panel will feature speakers who can touch on the history of Clarksville\, fair housing\, historic preservation\, and the role CodeNEXT and the new LDC has in advancing our city’s growth through sustainable and\, when appropriate\, denser models of housing. The idea to further educate the audience on the role missing middle housing typologies play in creating a more compact\, connected\, and affordable city. How does this tie into the broader scope of multi-modal transportation\, income diversity\, and preserving neighborhood character while also allowing for denser housing to help “fill the gap.”? \nThe panelists are: \nJim Robertson – City of Austin/CodeNEXT \nMary Reed – President of Clarksville Community Development Corporation. \nJessi Koch – City of Austin/Neighborhood Housing & Community Development \nJohn Henneberger – 2014 MacArthur Foundation Fellow\, Texas Low Income Housing Information Service \nThis is the third in a series of panel discussions and housing tours focused on “Missing Middle’ Housing. If you’re curious what “missing middle” housing is\, visit www.missingmiddlehousing.com.  You might already live in a missing middle type house\, have them in your neighborhood\, or know someone who lives in one. \nThis panel and tour endeavors to explore what missing middle housing is\, what it looks like and what it means for our community.  At each tour and panel we learn the challenges and opportunities that a diverse housing stock presents\, and visibly what those housing types look like on a neighborhood level. \nIf you weren’t able to join Imagine Austin on the first two panels and tours\, check out these links for the presentations and the video (only available for the 2nd event): \nhttp://www.austintexas.gov/blog/walk-talk-missing-middle-panel-presentations \nhttp://www.austintexas.gov/blog/walk-talk-2-panelists-presentations-and-video
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/walk-the-talk/
LOCATION:St. Luke United Methodist Church\, 1306 W. Lynn St.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160509T100000
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SUMMARY:Warbler Walk
DESCRIPTION:From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center –\nSpring is here! Wildflowers are blooming\, the days are warming up\, and a tiny songbird has returned to Texas from its wintering grounds in the tropics. Come out to Westcave Preserve for a chance to see one of North America’s rarest breeding birds\, the Golden-cheeked Warbler. Learn how to identify the warbler\, why it is in trouble and what you can do to help. We’ll also take a short walk through prime warbler habitat so that you can see this iconic bird of the Texas Hill Country.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/warbler-walk-2/
LOCATION:Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center\,  24814 Hamilton Pool Rd. \, Round Mountain\, TX\, 78663\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
CREATED:20160502T152259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160502T152259Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Food Policy Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Policy Board meeting: Monday May 9th from 6pm to 8pm \n\nThe general public is invited to attend and provide citizen communication at the beginning of the meeting.  Stick around to hear about SFPB progress.\n\nLocation: 1000 East 11th street\, Austin Texas. Street Jones Building. 4th floor. Meeting Room 400A\nParking: Guests can park in the lot attached to the building by turning north off 11th street onto Waller Street and then immediately turning left into the parking lot.  Street Parking is also available.\n\n\n\nAbout the Sustainable Food Policy Board: \nAdvisory body to the City Council and Travis County Commissioners’ Court concerning the need to improve the availability of safe\, nutritious\, locally\, and sustainably-grown food at reasonable prices for all residents\, particularly those in need\, by coordinating the relevant activities of city government\, as well as non-profit organizations\, and food and farming businesses.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sustainable-food-policy-board-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Street Jones Building\, 1000 East 11th Street\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160509T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160509T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160508T231323Z
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SUMMARY:May FEAT Meeting: Climate Change: Can Faith Make a Difference?
DESCRIPTION:Will Climate Change significantly affect your life? Can we together slow down the overheating if our planet by our daily life activities as a person and as a community? If we take action\, how do we know we made a difference? \n  \nJoin with the Faith and Energy Action Team  on Monday\, May 9th  from 6:45-8:30 pm for “Earth Care – Can Faith Really Make A Difference?”\, an informative\, thought provoking\, and meaningful discussion to address your Climate Change questions and empower your action. Our collective contributions will be sent to Mayor Adler to help mobilize Faith Communities around the globe at the International C40 Conference of Mayors for Climate Action.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/may-feat-meeting-climate-change-can-faith-make-a-difference/
LOCATION:Trinity Church of Austin\, 4001 Speedway\, Austin\, TX\, 78751\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160511T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160511T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160511T044401Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Don't Rush Day
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Mayor’s Office –\nThis Wednesday\, May 11th is Austin Don’t Rush day. Please do everything you can to avoid driving by yourself during rush hour(s). Here are some ideas and resources: \nFlex your schedule: Instead of driving during rush hour\, go to work before or after 7:00am – 9:00am\, and return home before or after 4:00pm – 6:00pm. Note: For your maximum comfort\, if you have the additional flexibility\, you have greater odds of more tolerable congestion if you arrive outside the hours of 7:00am -9:30am and depart outside 4:00pm – 7:00pm. (see also\, Smart Start and Enjoy your Environs) \nSmart Start: Spend the first hour or so working from home. You can check and respond to voicemails and emails\, or get some focused work done. Then head in to work after the traffic has died down. You could do the reverse at the end of the day too. \nEnjoy your environs: If you have the flexibility\, before heading home spend a few hours after work exploring local shops\, meeting others for happy hour\, having a meal or taking in some entertainment. That way you can enjoy both your evening and your commute. \nUse transit: Find out if there’s a Capital Metro transit route that would work for you by going to capmetro.org where you’ll find an easy-to-use Trip Planner or download the Capital Metro app (which also provides a trip planner and real-time departure info). To support you in giving transit a try\, Capital Metro is waiving all fares for buses and the train on May 11th. They are also running extra MetroRail service that day. \nRide a bike: A bike ride can get you to work having enjoyed some fresh air and saved you from having to schedule a separate workout. If you don’t live very close\, try combining your bike with a bus or train ride for the long haul to help make cycling feasible. Capital Metro buses and the trains all have capacity to carry multiple bikes. Bonus: having your bike handy gives you flexibility to move around once at work. \nShare a ride: Maybe you know someone at work who lives close to you. If not\, ask around. Maybe your work colleague is a neighbor and you don’t even know it. Capital Metro’s MetroRideShare program supports Van/SUV pools for people groups of 5-12 riders heading to the same location or vicinity. \nTelework: If you have a job that doesn’t require your physical presence at the workplace\, you might find that you are even more productive working from home. Make a plan ahead of time so that you take necessary material or equipment home with you the day before. If working from home is not optimal consider a co-working space near you. \nLeverage your mobility resources: In addition to taxis\, TNCs and pedicabs\, many areas of town have short-term vehicle and bike rental services that help make getting around easier if you didn’t drive your own vehicle to work. See below for a variety of services offering promotions\, including free B-cycle trips all day! \nSpecial Offers During Austin Don’t Rush \nCapital Metro is offering free rides on all services on May 11th including MetroBus\, MetroRapid\, MetroExpress\, UT Shuttle\, MetroRail\, MetroAccess. \nAustin B-cycle will offer a free day pass! On May 11\, 2016 riders simply select “Buy $8 pass” at any B-cycle station and enter the promo code 051116 when prompted. The $8 Walkup Pass fee will be waived. \nMetropia – an app that helps you plan your travel and avoid traffic. Bonus points that can be redeemed for prizes for app users on 5/11 who Flex (travel outside 7-9am and 4-6pm) and/or DUO to use their carpool feature. \nDowntown Austin Alliance – social media posts that use #AustinDontRush will be entered in a drawing for some spending money at the Downtown Street Fair. \nZipcar – Anyone that signs up to become a Zipcar member between now and May 11 at www.zipcar.com/atxcommutechallenge can join for $15. They will also include $25 of driving credit to help get you started. (This is designed to support folks who take transit or carpool to get to work but still need a vehicle during the day.) \nCar2go – In preparation for “Austin Don’t Rush” go to car2go and use promo code C2G15 and get FREE registration (regularly $35) and 15 FREE drive time minutes. Allow 2-4 days for membership activation. \nCARTS – (Capital Area Rural Transportation Service) is offering free service all day May 11th on their 9 regional commuter services routes and their fixed route bus services in Bastrop and San Marcos. www.ridecarts.com \nGet more details at AustinDontRush.com
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-dont-rush-day/
LOCATION:All over Austin\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160511T203000
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SUMMARY:Austin Zero Waste Advisory Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The City of Austin Zero Waste Advisory Commission (ZWAC) meets each month to review policies regarding recycling\, composting\, and other areas of waste diversion. This commission’s decisions become recommendations for the Austin City Council to consider when voting on Zero Waste policy. \nThese events are open and free to the public and agendas and back up materials can be found here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-zero-waste-advisory-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. 2nd St. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160512T133411Z
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SUMMARY:"Shades of Green" Environmental Talk Radio on KOOP 91.7 FM (USZWBC National Zero Waste Business Conference in Austin)
DESCRIPTION:Tune in this Thursday from 1-2PM on KOOP Radio 91.7FM or streaming at www.koop.org for this week’s edition of “Shades of Green”\, Austin’s only live\, on-air green talk show! \nOur topic will be the U.S. Zero Waste Business Council’s 5th annual National Zero Waste Business Conference! In partnership with the City of ‪Austin‬\, it is being held right here on June 1st-4th! \nUSZWBC is the country’s leading group of ‪ZeroWaste‬ experts helping businesses\, local governments\, college campuses\, and others to divert at least 90% of wastes from landfills through reuse\, recycling\, composting\, and other diversion methods. \nOur guests will be:\nStephanie Barger\, Executive Director of USZWBC\nAiden Cohen\, Program Manager\, Sustainability & Strategic Initiatives division with the City of Austin Resource Recovery Department \nFor more event and ticket purchase information\, please visit www.uszwbc.org! \nDon’t forget\, we always kick off the show with the Austin EcoNetwork’s EcoCalendar highlighting local green events & volunteer opportunities. \nYou can find podcasts of our previous shows on our website and follow us on Facebook & Twitter!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shades-of-green-environmental-talk-radio-on-koop-91-7-fm-uszwbc-national-zero-waste-business-conference-in-austin/
LOCATION:KOOP Community Radio\, 3823 Airport Blvd. #B\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T153230Z
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SUMMARY:Mobility Solutions Network
DESCRIPTION:Together with the Austin Chamber of Commerce and MobilityATX\, the Rocky Mountain Institute has created the Mobility Solutions Network. The effort is aimed at building a collaborative network of organizations and individuals who are working to solve Austin’s mobility challenges. Things will kick off  on May 12th with an interactive evening of presentations and discussions. \nThe first in an ongoing series\, this forum will showcase existing efforts aimed at creating an improved mobility system in Austin. Rather than focusing on problems\, they’ll be providing a platform for entrepreneurs\, policy makers\, researchers\, and advocates to pitch their ideas and solutions. \nSpeakers \n\nGreg Rucks – Rocky Mountain Institute\nRobert Spillar – Director\, Austin Transportation Department\nCharles Dicks – COO\, Bliss Transit\nKathleen Baireuther – Executive Director\, CleanTX; Assistant Director\, Austin Technology Incubator\nMiller Nuttle – Advocacy Director\, Bike Austin
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/mobility-solutions-network/
LOCATION:Google Fiber Space\, 201 Colorado St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
CREATED:20160509T151653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T151653Z
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SUMMARY:CodeNEXT Code Prescription Community Walk: Zilker
DESCRIPTION:From CodeNEXT –\nHow will the new land development code affect affordability in Austin? Let’s take a walk and discuss it. \nJoin the CodeNEXT team for an interactive community walk beginning at 9am\, May 14 at Zilker Elementary School (1900 Bluebonnet Ln.). Using the recently released Code Prescription\, we will explain the aspirations possible in a new code\, offering on-the-ground examples to give attendees an informed perspective. \nThe event is free and open to all residents. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP\, wear comfortable shoes\, bring water\, and bring a smartphone to snap photos and share on social media using #CodeNEXT.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/codenext-code-prescription-community-walk-zilker/
LOCATION:Zilker Elementary School\, 1900 Bluebonnet Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T164534Z
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SUMMARY:Free Home Composting Class
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Resource Recovery –\n\nJoin the Composting Community! \nRegister today for a FREE composting class presented by the City of Austin \n\nComposting is nature’s way of recycling. Rather than sending your food scraps and lawn clippings to the landfill\, you can compost them to create a nutrient-rich fertilizer for your garden or lawn. Register to attend this free composting class and learn how! \n\nThis class is part of the City of Austin’s Home Composting Rebate Program. Austin residents who pay the Clean Community Fee on their utility bill qualify for a $75 rebate on a home composting system. Simply attend a composting class\, then apply!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/free-home-composting-class-2/
LOCATION:Barton Creek Farmer’s Market\, 2901 S. Capital of Texas Hwy\, Austin\, 78746\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160514T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
CREATED:20160510T190547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160510T190547Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Area Tree Huggers' Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Area Tree Huggers –\nAustin Tree Huggers’ Happy Hour May – Join fellow tree lovers for networking and fellowship. \nDate & Time: Saturday May 14th @ 4pm. This will be an outdoor event\, so bring weather appropriate clothes. We will have a campfire in the evening to keep us warm into the night. \nLocation: Heritage Tree Care located at 12214 Margo Dr.\, Mustang Ridge\, TX 78610. This is Southeast Austin area where Hwys 45 & 130 cross 183. Look for the HTC vehicle. \n\nHeritage Tree Care has offered up his property to host an outdoor Tree Huggers’ Happy Hour. This will be a Bring Your Own Beverage & Camping Chair event\, with Potluck Style.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-area-tree-huggers-happy-hour-6/
LOCATION:Heritage Tree Care\, 12214 Margo Dr.\, Mustang Ridge\, Texas\, 78610\, Select a Country:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160515T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
CREATED:20160425T145425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T145425Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Backyard Chickens
DESCRIPTION:From the Natural Gardener and the Backyard Poultry Meetup –\nCome hear Michelle Hernandez\, Founder of the Funky Chicken Coop Tour and President of Urban Poultry Association of Texas\, talk about raising chickens! Chickens not only provide tasty\, nutritious eggs\, but they are also great pets – interesting\, communicative\, smart in their own way\, and very humorous. The topics to be covered include – recommended size of flock\, breeds of layers and their attributes\, starting new chicks\, feed sources\, hen house design\, chicken tractors\, predators\, roosters\, and more! \nThe class begins at 9am and is about 1 hour long. Classes are subject to change. Please call first to confirm. Classes are held outdoors under an open air canopy (“The Revival Tent”) – please dress for the weather. Arrive early for best seating. You are welcome to bring your own chair. If possible\, please park on Bell Drive\, adjacent to the Tent.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/raising-backyard-chickens/
LOCATION:The Natural Gardener\, 8648 Old Bee Caves Rd\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160517T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
CREATED:20160315T033347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160315T033347Z
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SUMMARY:Community Garden Leadership Training (2 part class)
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nCommunity gardens are vibrant shared spaces for growing fresh food\, learning\, and building friendships. Create or strengthen one in your neighborhood! In this interactive training from Sustainable Food Center\, we will cover: locating community support and resources for your garden\, accessing land and water\, organizing a strong garden team\, school-specific strategies and guidelines\, garden management\, and more. You’ll hear from a community garden leader about his/her experiences starting and sustaining his/her garden\, and you’ll have a chance to meet Meredith Gray\, Coordinator of the City of Austin’s Community Garden Program. \nIf you are interested in creating a school garden\, this training is also for you. The content of this training is similar to that of the School Garden Leadership Training. \n*English-Spanish translation and childcare available by request (request must be made up to 2 weeks before the event).
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/community-garden-leadership-training-2-part-class/2016-05-17/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160517T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160517T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132939
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160504T201009Z
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SUMMARY:Civics 101: City Budget
DESCRIPTION:Did you know the City of Austin has a budget of about $3.5 billion? How that money is spent is up to you. Learn how to get involved (while having a beer or two) at our latest happy hour with in.gredients. \n Who doesn’t love a city budget? As it turns out\, a lot of people. It’s our mission to change that. Because the truth is\, budgets matter. They affect Austin’s affordability\, livability\, and safety. If we want Austin to continue on as a great city\, it’s up to us to get involved. That’s the mission behind this free happy hour event. We hope you’ll join us!\nThis happy hour is part of a summer-long happy hour series with the Austin EcoNetwork and in.gredients called\, “Civics 101: Beer and the power of getting involved.” \n  \n \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/civics-101-city-budget/
LOCATION:in.gredients\, 2610 Manor Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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SUMMARY:TCE Tells City Council: #CompostingNow
DESCRIPTION:From Texas Campaign for the Environment –\nJoin Texas Campaign for the Environment as we tell the Austin City Council: #CompostingNow! \nOn Wednesday\, May 18\, the Austin City Council will hear a five year budget forecast from Austin Resource Recovery Department which we expect will include plans for citywide curbside composting. Positive input from Council keeps this policy alive\, negative input puts our vision in jeopardy. We need your help! \nJoin us at 8:45am for a brief press event where we will unveil a HUGE banner featuring HUNDREDS of photos of Austinites demanding curbside composting. It’s going to be a blast and we’d love to have you there! \nCome join us and invite friends too!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/tce-tells-city-council-compostingnow/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. 2nd St. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:SH 45 SW Informational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Wildflower Center are hosting an initial informational meeting next Wednesday\, May 18th\, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Circle C community center\, 7817 LaCrosse Ave\, 78739. The public is invited. \nThe Friends group is made of Wildflower Center volunteers\, donor/members\, and former board members committed to protecting the Center from the noise\, air\, water\, and visual pollution that would be caused by the proposed SH 45 SW/Mopac South toll loop project. They are not affiliated with the Wildflower Center or the University of Texas. \nThe group is one of 12 plaintiffs\, including two former Austin mayors\, who pdf filed suit (1.66 MB) in late February against the Texas Dept. of Transportation and their toll road agency partner\, CTRMA. The action seeks to protect the tranquility and visitor experience of the Center and to require a comprehensive federal environmental study on the proposed 17-mile toll loop project before any part of the loop project is built. \nGo to The Friends of the Wildflower Center website for more information. At the website please sign their email petition to Governor Abbott\, the Texas Transportation Commission\, and U. T. President Greg Fenves urging them to step back from the proposed 45SW/Mopac South toll loop project and instead invest in improving I-35 and converting the SH 130 toll road into a free and functional I-35 alternative and preferred growth corridor.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sh-45-sw-informational-meeting/
LOCATION:Circle C Community Center\, 7817 LaCrosse Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, 78739\, United States
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