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SUMMARY:Shoal Creek July Volunteer Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Shoal Creek Conservancy as we remove litter and recyclables from the headwaters of Shoal Creek.\n \nAll tools and supplies will be provided\, but please bring water and snacks if needed. All ages are welcome\, with supervision. Please wear close-toed shoes\, long pants\, and dress for the weather. Masks are optional at this time.\n \nRegister here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shoal-creek-july-volunteer-cleanup/
LOCATION:Shoal Creek Headwaters\, 9324 Neils Thompson Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social @ Jeni’s
DESCRIPTION:Eat dessert first this Saturday with The Parents’ Climate Community. Grab your scoop(s)\, then head over to the nearby playground for games\, conversation\, and a chance to learn more about our group.\n \nWe’ll be hanging out until noon\, so join when you can!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ice-cream-social-jenis/
LOCATION:jeni’s\, 4616 Triangle Ave Suite #200\, Austin\, 78751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Outdoor/Fitness
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T175859Z
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SUMMARY:Meet your Council Member! Chito Vela Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss your chance to meet your City Council member\, Chito Vela! Chito and his staff will listen to your concerns as budget season approaches.\n\n \n(Chito Vela represents District 4 on Austin City Council. Click here to figure out which Council district you live in.)\n\n \nThis is a family-friendly event with food provided. Located in the Community Room at the North Austin YMCA.\n\n \nWe will have representatives from multiple city departments in attendance\, including Austin Resource Recovery\, Parks and Recreation\, and Austin Transportation!\n\n \nEmail District4@austintexas.gov with questions!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/meet-your-council-member-chito-vela-meet-greet/
LOCATION:North Austin YMCA\, 1000 W Rundberg Ln.\, Austin\, TX\, 78758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T222408Z
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SUMMARY:District 2 Budget Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:The City’s Budget is one of the most important decisions local policymakers make when deciding where to allocate precious city resources. YOU get to have a say on where and what YOU would like prioritized. From parks to wages\, from sidewalks to safety\, join your District 2 Team on Thursday\, July 21\, and have YOUR SAY at our Budget Town Hall!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-2-budget-town-hall/
LOCATION:Southeast Branch Library\, 5803 Nuckols Crossing Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T080000
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SUMMARY:Shoal Creek Volunteer Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Shoal Creek Conservancy as we remove elephant ear\, an invasive\, nonnative from Seiders Springs Park.\n \nAll tools and supplies will be provided\, but please bring water and snacks if needed. All ages are welcome\, with supervision. Please wear close-toed shoes\, long pants\, and dress for the weather. Masks are optional at this time.\n \nRegister here.\n \nThis project will require hauling a large amount of plant material from the site. If you have access to a truck and would like to help us properly dispose of the elephant ear\, please email info@shoalcreekconservancy.org to learn more.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shoal-creek-volunteer-service-day/
LOCATION:Seiders Springs Park\, 1408 W 38th Street\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Irrigation Scheduling 101 Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Water Environmental Compliance Specialist Senior and licensed irrigator David Turnage to learn the basics of scheduling an automatic irrigation system.\n \nThis virtual lunch and learn will help customers with irrigation systems learn the programming basics. You’ll leave with a wealth of scheduling recommendations and tools to avoid common pitfalls.\n \nThere will also be a Q&A session at the end of the presentation.\n \nPlease click the link below to join the webinar:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83277625358?pwd=ck5nb0VDank4S1U3S2VqeDBmeEQ3dz09\nPasscode: 558224 \nOr One tap mobile :\nUS: +13462487799\,\,83277625358#\,\,\,\,*558224# or +12532158782\,\,83277625358#\,\,\,\,*558224#\nOr Telephone:\nDial(for higher quality\, dial a number based on your current location):\nUS: +1 346 248 7799 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 720 707 2699 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 558 8656 or +1 301 715 8592\nWebinar ID: 832 7762 5358\nPasscode: 558224\nInternational numbers available: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kYt77ixTz
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/irrigation-scheduling-101-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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SUMMARY:White Antiracist History; White Antiracist Mobilization: Lessons From the Life of Anne Braden
DESCRIPTION:Anne Braden (July 28\, 1924 – March 6\, 2006) was an American civil rights activist\, journalist\, and educator dedicated to the cause of racial equality. In celebration of her birthday\, UWSA is hosting an online\, two-hour workshop\, “White Antiracist History; White Antiracist Mobilization: Lessons From the Life of Anne Braden.” on Tuesday July 26th\, 6:30-8:30 pm Central.\n \nThe workshop will be facilitated by educator\, author and activist Lynn Burnett\, who is the founder of CrossCulturalSolidarity.com and the White Antiracist Ancestry Project. The workshop will reflect on how we can strengthen White antiracist efforts through grounding ourselves in key lessons from White antiracist history and take a deep dive into the lessons to be learned from Anne Braden. The workshop is donation-based with all proceeds going to supporting the White Antiracist Ancestry Project.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/white-antiracist-history-white-antiracist-mobilization-lessons-from-the-life-of-anne-braden/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:City Council Budget Input Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Austin City Manager Spencer Cronk has released a $5 billion budget proposal for Austin’s upcoming 2022-23 fiscal year. Before City Council makes any changes to that budget (or votes to approve it in late August)\, they’ll host two public input meetings on July 27th and August 2nd.\n  \nThere are two ways for you to sign up to speak: \n\nYou can sign up using the online form anytime before noon on July 26th.\nYou can sign up in-person at the City Hall kiosks anytime between noon on July 26th and 9:15am on July 27th.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/city-council-budget-input-meeting/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. 2nd St. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T180000
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SUMMARY:TreeFolks + Zilker Brewing: Branches & Brews for Pride!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an LGBTQIA+ artist showcase at Zilker Brewing Co.!\n\n \nFeaturing art from some of TreeFolks’ supporters centering trees and queer culture\, it’s an event you won’t want to miss! Artists’ works will be on sale on Zilker Brewing’s walls\, and a portion of proceeds of beer purchases during the 3-hour event will benefit TreeFolks.\n\n \nThis event is part of TreeFolks’ mission to build community around planting and caring for trees\, and ties into our Equitable Reforestation Initiative by investing time\, resources\, and lending our platform to amplify folks that continue to show up for us. By building an equitable and affirming community\, we’re making TreeFolks a place for everyone.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/treefolks-zilker-brewing-branches-brews-for-pride/
LOCATION:Zilker Brewing Company\, 1701 E 6th St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220730T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220730T113000
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SUMMARY:Districts 3\, 5\, & 9 Budget Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Council Members Sabino “Pio” Renteria\, Ann Kitchen\, and Kathie Tovo are joining together to host a Budget Town Hall for residents of Districts 3\, 5\, and 9.\n\n\n \nThe meeting will be hosted via Zoom and will include a presentation from city staff about the proposed budget\, as well an opportunity for you to share your thoughts/feedback.\n\n\n \nPS – If you live in District 3\, there is also an online budget survey that you can fill out.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-3-budget-community-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220731T093000
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CREATED:20220720T230133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T230236Z
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SUMMARY:Tales on the Trail at Waterloo Park
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Location: Meredith Heritage Tree Deck at Waterloo Park \nGuided leisurely park tour exploring Waterloo Park’s world-class amenities designed and built using environmentally friendly principles and sustainable practices\, featuring Austin Energy® Green Building plaque presentation recognizing Moody Amphitheater’s four-star rating.\n \nMuch like Waterloo Greenway\, our partners at Wild Spirit Wild Places have a shared mission to create connections and building communities committed to protecting Texas’s expansive wild lands through conservation and education efforts. Wild Spirit Wild Places will be featured on-site sharing their conservation efforts and projects to create change and preserve Texas ecosystems.\nJoin us early for complimentary breakfast bites and cocktails. \n9:30 AM – Breakfast & Beverages\n10:00 AM – Program Begins: Austin Energy Green Building Plaque Ceremony\n10:15 AM – Guided Park Tours \nAbout Austin Energy® Green Building:  \nAustin Energy® Green Building’s mission is to cultivate innovation in building and transportation for the enrichment of the community’s environmental\, economic and human well-being. In 1991\, AEGB developed the first rating system in the U.S. for evaluating the sustainability of buildings\, creating a model for many other cities as well as the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED certification system. Today\, AEGB continues to positively influence city policies and energy codes while raising public awareness and creating demand for sustainable building practices.’
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/tales-on-the-trail-at-waterloo-park/
LOCATION:Waterloo Park\, 500 E 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker,Outdoor/Fitness
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at our next Climate Action Happy Hour\, Sunday\, July 31 from 12:30-2:00 at Batch on Manor Road.\n\n \nIt’s been a topsy-turvy month when it comes to all things climate. Come meet with like-minded folks\, recharge\, let off some steam\, get reinspired…or just have a beer. We’re still all in this together.\n\n \nBatch Craft Beer and Kolaches\n3220 Manor Road\n\n \nThese details are available at ClimateActionHappyHour.com.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/climate-action-happy-hour-6/
LOCATION:Batch – Craft Beer and Kolaches\, 3220 Manor Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens' Climate Lobby":MAILTO:austin@citizensclimatelobby.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220801T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005528
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SUMMARY:District 8 Budget Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:I’d like to invite you to attend this year’s District 8 Budget Town Hall\, from 6:00-7:00 PM this Monday\, August 1st. We’ll be using the virtual format\, allowing you the opportunity to participate from the comfort of your own home. Representatives of the city budget department will present the proposed budget and also be available how the city plans to allocate its budget to answer your questions. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn how we plan to spend your money and how it impacts the issues and services you care most about. We’ll also provide you an opportunity to provide your feedback.\n  \nAs I value input from constituents\, I do hope you will participate and offer your thoughts – as these will inform my approach as council moves toward adoption of a final budget later this month.\n  \n\nClick HERE to take a look at the current budget proposal.\nSIGN UP TO ATTEND: \nTo sign up\, please use THIS LINK. Immediately after submitting your RSVP\, you will receive an automated email confirmation of your registration. This email will NOT have the link to the Town Hall WebEx meeting. The page you view after submission WILL. Additionally\, on both Friday and Monday we will email you the link to the Town Hall WebEx meeting. This email will come from the District8@austintexas.gov address.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-8-budget-town-hall/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220802T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220802T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T154140Z
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SUMMARY:City Council Budget Input Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Austin City Manager Spencer Cronk has released a $5 billion budget proposal for Austin’s upcoming 2022-23 fiscal year. Before City Council makes any changes to that budget (or votes to approve it in late August)\, they’ll host two public input meetings on July 27th and August 2nd.\n  \nThere are two ways for you to sign up to speak: \n— You can sign up using the online form anytime before noon on August 1st. (Just note – the online form will not be released until a few days before the meeting. If you try signing up and it says the form has been deactivated\, try again in another day or two.)\n \n— You can sign up in-person at the City Hall kiosks anytime between noon on August 1st and 2:15pm on August 2nd.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/city-council-budget-input-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. 2nd St. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220802T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220802T210000
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SUMMARY:Austin Sierra Club Climate Crisis Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Austin Sierra Club Climate Crisis Committee \nThe Austin Sierra Club will meet August 2nd at the First Unitarian Universalist Church at 4700 Grover Ave. and on Zoom.\n\nMap – https://goo.gl/maps/xpsSX2Myhn58S5qx6\nConnect on Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5133069449 \nNote: Enter through courtyard in front of church next to sanctuary. Signs will be posted.\n\nCovid: Masks required \nAgenda:\n15 min. – Announcements with brief description of action teams\n45 min. – Program to be announced\n \nAction Teams — Discuss Action Teams and allow people to sign up to continue the work to stop climate change\, an imperative if we want our current civilization to survive. We’ve formed Action Teams on Austin Energy\, the Permian Pipeline\, Rio Grande Valley Support\, Carbon Fee & Dividend\, People Power\, Data Entry\, and Presentations and more. We have identified additional action teams we’d like to form\, including Transportation\, Climate Justice\, Partner Organizations\, School Education\, and Social Media. Whether you have only minutes a month or hours a day\, join us to build a mass movement to stop climate change. Or join another group fighting this vital cause.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-sierra-club-climate-crisis-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin\, 4700 Grover Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220803T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220803T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T010815Z
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SUMMARY:District 1 Budget Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join Council Member Harper-Madison for an interactive conversation about the City of Austin’s proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget on Aug. 3 at the Asian American Resource Center. Budget Officer Kerri Lang will be on hand to provide a comprehensive overview of City Manager Cronk’s proposed budget and to help answer any questions you have about the tax rate\, utility rate and other fee increases\, and other critical services that will be funded by the draft $5 billion spending framework. Lang’s presentation will be followed by a Q&A session where you’ll be able to discuss your concerns and priorities with Council Member Harper-Madison.\n \n\nWHO: Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison and City of Austin Budget Officer Kerri Lang\nWHAT: District 1 Town Hall to discuss the City’s 2023 budget\nWHEN: Wednesday\, Aug. 3 at 7 p.m.\nWHERE: Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-1-budget-town-hall-2/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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SUMMARY:Shoal Creek August Volunteer Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Shoal Creek Conservancy as we remove elephant ear\, an invasive\, nonnative from Seiders Springs Park.\n \nAll tools and supplies will be provided\, but please bring water and snacks if needed. All ages are welcome\, with supervision. Please wear close-toed shoes\, long pants\, and dress for the weather. Masks are optional at this time.\n \nRSVP here! \nThis project will require hauling a large amount of plant material from the site. If you have access to a truck and would like to help us properly dispose of the elephant ear\, please email info@shoalcreekconservancy.org to learn more.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shoal-creek-august-volunteer-service-day/
LOCATION:Seiders Springs Park\, 1408 W 38th Street\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220804T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220804T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
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SUMMARY:Summer Nights All Gender Clothing Swap
DESCRIPTION:On August 4\, 2022\, GOOD group ATX (FKA GOOD girls ATX) is hosting an all gender clothing swap at The Sekrit Theater. There will be a plus-sized section and drinks by Blue Norther.\n\n \nAll are welcome to join\, and participants must drop off items the week before the event in order to secure their spot. Scroll for details & instructions!\n  \nWhy swap your clothes with us? \nWe all deserve a wardrobe that suits our lifestyle & personality\, but neither our planet nor its people should suffer for it. The fashion industry is notoriously exploitative of natural resources & human labor. Furthermore\, less than 15% of clothes that are donated ever get re-homed? Most of it gets thrown away due to condition\, quality or oversupply. So how can we evolve our personal styles without feeling guilty about it?\n\n \nBuying & selling at local resale shops or pop-ups is a great option because it gives your less-worn items a better chance at being re-homed & allows you to find new-to-you items while avoiding most of the initial harm caused by garment production. It also supports your local economy! Still\, it can take multiple trips & use up a lot of your time to get items sold or find the perfect addition to your wardrobe.\n\n \nParticipating in a clothing swap enables you to connect deeper with your community\, meet new people & refresh your wardrobe at no cost (financial\, environmental or social)!\n\n \nHow the Clothing Swap works: \n— Gather up to 10 warm weather clothing items + accessories in good condition\, wash them & place them in a bag. (Please avoid using fresh garbage bags.)\n— Anytime between Tuesday 7/26 & Wednesday 8/3\, bring your items to the Future Front TX headquarters\, 916 Springdale Road Trailer #6 within the Canopy Complex. You’ll see a clearly marked bin with instructions on how to confirm your drop off & secure your spot at the swap.\n— On Thursday\, 8/4 arrive at The Sekrit Theater & check in with the GOOD group ATX. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the swap last for about an hour.\n— Take what you need\, keep things tidy\, lend a hand & make new friends!\n  \nFrequently Asked Questions \nWhat types of items are you swapping? \nWe are accepting no more than 10 clean\, gently-used warm weather clothing\, accessories\, swimsuits & shoes of all genders & sizes from each person. We cannot accept winter coats or heavy sweaters for this swap- please save those for future swaps.\n\n \nIf you have more than 10 items you’d like to swap\, contact us & we can help you decide which items to bring & how to re-home the rest.\n  \nHow do I drop off my items? \nAnytime between Tuesday 7/26 & Wednesday 8/3\, bring your clean items in a bag to the Future Front TX headquarters\, 916 Springdale Road Trailer #6* within the Canopy Complex. You’ll see a clearly marked bin with instructions on how to confirm your drop off & secure your spot at the swap.\n\n \nWe require clothes be dropped off before the day of the clothing swap so we can maximize event efficiency & impacts though data collection & quality control. If you require special accommodations for dropping off\, contact us to create a plan.\n\n \n*The trailer is catty-corner to Building 4\, which is located within the back parking lot behind Sa-Ten in Building 2.\n  \nHow does a GOOD group ATX swap work? \nWe set up the space like a pop-up\, organized by item type & inclusive size range. We operated on a “bring what you can\, take what you need” basis. We encourage everyone to arrive at 6:30 PM to allow time to check in\, hear some important messages & have the best selection of items to swap.\n\n \nAfter the swap has ended\, we re-home all of the leftover items & calculate the estimated environmental\, social & economic impact of the event. We publish this along with insights & observations in each clothing swap’s GOOD Report.\n\n \nUltimately\, you can come whenever! All are welcome\, but we ask that only those who have dropped off items prior to the event leave with items.\n  \nWhere is the swap? \nThe pavilion at The Sekrit Theater: 1145 Perry Rd\, Austin\, TX 78721\nStreet parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood & it is accessible by bike.\n  \nWill I be able to try things on? \nThere are restrooms available\, but most people wear clothes that are easy to try things on over or under like leggings + tanks or loose dresses/skirts.\n  \nWhat do you do with the swap leftovers? \nThe majority of the leftovers will go to Val Verde Border Humanitarian Coalition\, “a group of local citizens and agencies that have united to develop an efficient way to transition refugees to their destinations upon release of federal custody through a unified and coordinated effort.”\n\n \nWe may end up selling some items to local resale shops & use those funds to support the growth of GOOD group ATX. We’re currently fundraising to trademark our brand and register as a nonprofit.\n\n \nLearn more about Val Verde Border Humanitarian Coalition here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/summer-nights-all-gender-clothing-swap/
LOCATION:The Sekrit Theater\, 1145 Perry Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220804T183000
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SUMMARY:District 10 Budget Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:I invite you to join me for an in-person budget town hall on Thursday\, August 4th at 6:30 pm at the Jewish Community Center (7300 Hart Ln. 78731). The agenda will include a presentation from City budget staff\, a discussion of my budget priorities\, and time for questions. You do not need to RSVP in order to attend. We are expecting a large group\, so please try to respect the masking and personal space preferences of others.\n \nIf you are not able to join us in person\, I invite you to tune into the town hall live stream on my Facebook page. To join\, you simply need to visit my Facebook page at 6:30 on the 4th.\n \nIf you are not able to attend or view the town hall live stream and/or have budget questions\, email the City budget staff at budgetqa@austintexas.gov. For questions and feedback\, I encourage you to reach out to my office at District10@austintexas.gov.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-10-budget-town-hall/
LOCATION:JCC Austin\, 7300 Hart Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78731\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220806T094500
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SUMMARY:District 9 Meet-and-Greet with Tom Wald
DESCRIPTION:The North Loop Neighborhood Association (NLNA) is hosting a series of events to introduce District 9 city council candidates to North Loop and local residents. This first meet-and-greet\, on August 6th\, will host D9 candidate Tom Wald. Bring your questions and issue priorities. All are welcome.\n \nYou can figure out which Council district you live in here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-9-meet-and-greet-with-tom-wald/
LOCATION:Bruning Green\, Evans Ave. and 52nd St\, Austin\, TX\, 78751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Loop Neighborhood Association":MAILTO:northloopclimate@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220806T130000
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SUMMARY:Back-to-School BASH 2022
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce that Austin ISD’s Back-to-School BASH will be back in-person\, and will take place on Saturday\, Aug. 6\, 2022\, at the Palmer Events Center (900 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX 78704) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.\n \nDistrict departments and community organizations from across the city will offer exhibits for AISD families to learn about numerous programs and services that can help students enjoy a safe and successful school year.\n \nAustin Public Works: Safe Routes to School is featuring students from Sánchez Elementary School\, who will demonstrate how to be safe at crosswalks.\n \nEvent highlights\n\nCommunity organizations\nAustin ISD programs\nBooster seats (Limited quantity\, must show proof of enrollment in AISD)\nSchool supplies – drawstring bags\, markers\, supply kits\, etc. Austin ISD students must be present to receive supplies.\nFree haircuts\nDental kits\nEye exams and vouchers\nImmunizations (Please bring your child’s immunization/shot records/insurance info) UPDATE: We are no longer able to offer immunizations at Bash.\nCOVID-19 vaccinations\nStudent performances\nDoor prizes\nOn-site enrollment\nInterpretation available in American Sign Language\, Arabic\, Burmese\, Chinese\, Dari\, Farsi\, French\, Kinyarwanda\, Lingala\, Pashto\, Portuguese\, Spanish\, Swahili and Vietnamese.\n\nParking and transportation\n\nFree shuttle buses – Austin ISD is providing FREE transportation starting at 7 a.m. Attendees may park at these two locations to catch shuttle buses to BASH:\n\nBurger Stadium – 3200 Jones Rd. Austin\, TX 78745\nNelson Field – 7105 Berkman Dr. Austin\, TX 78752\n\n\nFree CapMetro Bus Passes – Request your FREE digital Local Day Pass to get you to and from the Austin ISD Back to School Bash 2022:\n\nFamilies must sign-up online by Friday\, Aug. 5 at 5 p.m.\n\n\nFree Parking – Free parking for BASH at the following garages near the Palmer Events Center:\n\nOne Texas Center – 505 Barton Springs Rd.\nAustin Energy Town Lake Center Building – 721 Barton Springs Rd.\n\n\nParking – Paid parking is available on-site for $8 at the Palmer Events Center Garage.\n\nFor more information or questions\, please contact us through Let’s Talk.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/back-to-school-bash-2022/
LOCATION:Palmer Events Center\, 900 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose,Spanish-Speaking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220806T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T013101Z
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SUMMARY:District 7 Budget Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:City Manager Spencer Cronk has released his proposed budget for the City of Austin FY 2022-23. The City’s Fiscal Year begins October 1\, and for the next month\, Council will work on finalizing City finances. The budget reflects choices and priorities for the City\, and your input is important. Key dates for the process include:\n\n \n\nCommunity Budget Input Meetings: July 27\, Aug. 2\nD7 Budget Town Hall: 10 am Aug. 6th\, Northwest Rec Center\nCouncil budget work sessions: Aug. 9 and Aug. 11\nBudget adoption: Aug. 17\n\n  \nThe August 6th Budget Town Hall is a chance for D7 constituents to discuss the budget with top City financial staff. Budget and Financial Services Officer Kerri Lang will be there in person to review the Budget and answer questions.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-7-budget-town-hall-2/
LOCATION:Northwest Recreation Center\, 2913 Northland Drive \, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Council Member Leslie Pool":MAILTO:Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220807T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T234604Z
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SUMMARY:Candidate Forum and Meet and Greet Texas Legislative District 47
DESCRIPTION:Be an informed voter! As a result of the 2020 legislative redistricting process\, Texas House District 47 lines were redrawn. Those who live in Lakewood and Jester Estates will no longer be represented by Rep. Donna Howard. Come hear from the District 47 candidates who will be on our November 8\, 2022 general election ballot.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/candidate-forum-and-meet-and-greet-texas-legislative-district-47/
LOCATION:Lakewood HOA Clubhouse\, 7317 Lakewood Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T194500Z
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SUMMARY:District 6 Budget Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Austin City Council Member Mackenzie Kelly will be hosting a town hall meeting on the city’s budget for District 6 residents. During the event\, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about the proposed budget and share your input/feedback.\n  \nYou can register online here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-6-budget-town-hall/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
CREATED:20220804T000528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T000528Z
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SUMMARY:30 years of Saving Our Springs
DESCRIPTION:On August 8th\,1992 Austin voters approved the SOS ordinance in “a landslide.” Read the headlines on Karen Kocher’s wonderful Barton Creek Timestream (http://ow.ly/iLb750Ka4Oo) and watch our original campaign video by Dean Rindy and others (http://ow.ly/FVaW50Ka4Om). It fully stands the test of time\, just like the SOS ordinance and the community that loves and supports our Hill Country land\, water and wildlife.\n\n\n \n\nNext Monday\, on August 8th\, we will celebrate 30 years of citizen action to save our springs at Barton Springs\, swimming and visiting all day and honoring the occasion with a bit of music\, refreshments\, and ceremony at the front gate from 6 to 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n \n\nThe Minor Mishap Marching Band will kick off the event\, and Mr. Habitat\, Bill Oliver\, will be there to lead a few rounds of Barton Springs Eternal.\n\n\n \n\nPlease come reconnect or connect for the first time.\n\n\n \n\nWith your help we will finish what we started 30 years ago in the days\, weeks\, months\, and years ahead. It takes a community to save a community spring!\n\n\n \n\nAnd in the meantime\, don’t forget the fabulous Sacred Springs Kite Exhibit at Austin’s downtown library (http://ow.ly/XHVh50Ka4On).
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/30-years-of-saving-our-springs/
LOCATION:Barton Springs Pool\, 2201 Barton Springs Pool\, Austin\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
CREATED:20220804T004146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T004349Z
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club Program - Conversation with Congressman Lloyd Doggett
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly Austin Sierra Club meeting will be online via Zoom. In the future we will mix Zoom programs with in-person/hybrid programs.\n \nWe’ll start off with Announcements on current events… U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett will join us to discuss issues that affect us as Americans\, Texans and Austinites. Ask your questions using the Zoom chat feature.\n \nLloyd Doggett represents communities from Austin to San Antonio in the U.S. House of Representatives. He serves as Chairman of the Health Subcommittee on the House Ways & Means Committee\, the oldest committee of the United States Congress. Doggett is also a member of the Ways and Means Select Revenue Measures Subcommittee\, the Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee\, the Joint Committee on Taxation\, and the House Budget Committee.\n \nWhile a student at The University of Texas at Austin\, he was elected student body president and graduated first in his class from the College of Business Administration. He then graduated with Honors from Texas Law\, where he served as Associate Editor of the Texas Law Review. Elected to the Texas Senate soon after\, Congressman Doggett became known for his untiring work ethic. He authored 124 state laws\, including one which created the Texas Commission on Human Rights to prohibit discrimination\, and another called the Texas Sunset Act\, which sought greater efficiency and accountability by requiring periodic review of government agencies.\n \nPrior to coming to Congress\, Congressman Doggett served as Justice to the Texas Supreme Court\, he wrote opinions supporting the right to a trial by jury and authored an important rule bolstering the public’s access to information. He served as Chair of the Supreme Court Task Force on Judicial Ethics and was recognized as an Outstanding Judge in Texas by the Mexican-American Bar of Texas. He was awarded the James Madison Award from the Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas\, and received the First Amendment Award from the National Society of Professional Journalists.\n \nSave the Children recognized his leadership with the Congressional Champion for Real and Lasting Change Award. AARP honored him twice\, once with its Legislative Achievement Award for his leadership on Medicare\, and again with its Legislative Leadership Award for his efforts to preserve seniors’ access to healthcare. He received the “Vision Award” from the Power of Preservation Foundation for his commitment to historic preservation. He was also awarded the “Champion of Music” award by the Texas Chapter of The Recording Academy\, which sponsors the Grammy Awards\, and has been recognized 12 times by Austin Chronicle readers with a “Best of Austin” award\, most recently in 2021. He is a leader in the effort to lower prescription drug prices\, and authored bills that established the Commission to End Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities and successfully enacted a higher-education tax credit.\n \nSince Lloyd Doggett was elected to the United States House of Representatives\, he has served as a strong defender of Social Security\, Medicare\, health care\, immigration reform\, the environment\, our veterans\, and public education. The Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce has named Congressman Doggett the Government Hispanic Business Advocate of the Year. To learn more about Representative Doggett and his legislative priorities\, you can visit the Issues page of his site at www.doggett.house.gov\n \nRepresentative Doggett’s wife\, Libby\, recently served as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Early Learning at the U.S. Department of Education\, overseeing both the Early Learning Challenge and the Preschool Development Grant programs. She began her career as a bilingual first grade teacher at Ortega Elementary School in Austin. Dr. Libby Doggett leveraged her leadership and management skills honed over 40-plus years through work in schools\, Head Start\, and child care with children with and without disabilities to build public will and strong\, diverse local coalitions in Texas to improve children’s readiness for Kindergarten.\n \nThe Doggetts have two daughters: Lisa\, an Austin physician; and Cathy\, who leads teams across Texas that work with new\, disadvantaged parents. The Doggetts have four grandchildren.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sierra-club-program-conversation-with-congressman-lloyd-doggett/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
CREATED:20220804T003335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T003335Z
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SUMMARY:District 4 Budget Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:You deserve to be informed on the city’s budget\, which will be finalized this month.\n\n \nCome to our virtual town hall to learn more about the budget from the city’s Budget Office and hear us answer YOUR questions about the process and the D4 priorities!\n\n \nSignup will open soon on the Budget Office website – austintexas.gov/budget\n\n \nSubmit questions through our Budget Questions Form – forms.gle/ZBXLT6tAYDv5SH5H6\n\n \nPlease contact District4@austintexas.gov with logistical questions or requests.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-4-budget-town-hall/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T003500Z
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SUMMARY:Shoal Creek August Volunteer Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Shoal Creek Conservancy as we remove litter and recyclables from the Shoal Creek Trail.\n \nAll tools and supplies will be provided\, but please bring water and snacks if needed. All ages are welcome\, with supervision. Please wear close-toed shoes\, long pants\, and dress for the weather. Masks are optional at this time.\n \nRSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shoal-creek-august-volunteer-cleanup/
LOCATION:Shoal Creek Greenbelt\, 5611 Shoal Creek Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T005529
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SUMMARY:UWSA August 2022 Unlearning Circle
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for our upcoming Unlearning Circle on Sat\, August 13\, 2022\, where we will continue to explore our role in building accountable communities.\n \nIn previous Unlearning Circles we have explored safety and policing\, the policing that is (or is not) happening in our communities\, its historical roots\, and some alternatives to calling the police. As white people\, we are conditioned to believe that the police can both protect us from unsafe situations and from having to see and engage with people’s suffering (e.g. homelessness\, untreated mental illness\, poverty\, etc). We can be so deeply conditioned to avoid others’ suffering that we may not even realize the suffering that exists in our neighborhoods and the communities we are a part of. Addressing the root causes of suffering in our communities would involve building community and working together to address these uncomfortable\, messy realities.\n \nYet we are not taught how to build these relationships in our own communities\, and are even encouraged to prioritize individualism\, which in part is “a belief that you are responsible for and are qualified to solve problems on your own” (https://www.whitesupremacyculture.info/individualism.html). In our August Unlearning Circle we will discuss our comfort levels with the idea of building and strengthening relationships within our various communities\, what barriers exist to creating more belonging in those communities\, and what opportunities lie in working through those barriers.\n \nThis Unlearning Circle is for anyone interested–you do not need to have come to prior Unlearning Circles in order to join us on August 13.\n \nWe encourage you to review these resources in advance: \n\nWhite Supremacy Culture – Individualism\n \n10 Ways to Build Community \nRecommendations for Building a Community-Based Public Safety and Health Ecosystem \n\nAbout our Unlearning Circles – \nUWSA’s first Unlearning Circle in the winter of 2017 was created as a place for white people to do the work of reflection and community self-education. As we continue to gather to critically examine our own participation in cultures of dominance\, we build our capacity to show up as individuals and as a city-wide community network for Black\, Indigenous and people of color-led anti-racist efforts in a positive and accountable way. The Unlearning Circles are an opportunity for white identifying people to explore white supremacy culture and our role and responsibilities in undoing racism. We welcome and recognize the gift of the presence of any People of Color who choose to join us.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/uwsa-august-2022-unlearning-circle/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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SUMMARY:Citizens' Climate Lobby Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Austin CCL monthly meeting is this Saturday\, August 13.\nCome say hello virtually…it could be a gathering marking an extraordinary moment in and accomplishment of the climate movement. \nThe national CCL call begins at noon: cclusa.org/meeting.\n\nDuring our chapter meeting\, we’ll talk about the climate implications of the Inflation Reduction Act–and hopefully celebrate its passage. We’ll also look at CCL’s nature-based solutions initiatives\, how we can elect climate-friendly candidates and talk about how we’d like to see CCL evolve.\n\n\n \nThe Austin chapter meeting runs from 12:50 – 2:00 here:\nZoom link: https://citizensclimate.zoom.us/j/7237228489\nPasscode 123\n\n\n \nPlease join if you can. There’s a really good chance for a lot of smiles and optimism.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/citizens-climate-lobby-monthly-meeting-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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