The Austin Common

Angry Hour™: The Happy Hour for Pissed-Off Optimists, ATX Edition
2025-05-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Elmo Brewing Company, 440 E. St. Elmo Rd. Suite G-2, Austin, TX, 78745, United States
During this moment of great uncertainty, we’re hosting Angry Hour™: The Happy Hour for Pissed-Off Optimists, for the first time in Austin, TX. Who’s a Pissed-Off Optimist? Anyone who can tell that the world is broken but still holds hope that we can repair it. At a time like this, we know it’s more important than ever to be together.
Building community happens one gathering at a time, so join Greater Good Studio for this after-work event to connect in person. Perhaps you’ll meet a new collaborator. Or a new hire for your organization. Or just someone to laugh, cry, and/or shake your fist at the sky with. To ensure everyone’s safety during the event, here is the Angry Hour™ Code of Conduct.
Your purchase includes one drink ticket and a donation to Go Austin Vamos Austin (GAVA), a community-driven and resident-led movement of everyday folks leveraging their lived experience to shape a more equitable Austin. You can purchase additional drinks from the bar, and food from the two local food trucks.
We can’t wait to see you!

Trail Cleanup at Auditorium Shores
2025-05-17 08:00 - 11:00 | Auditorium Shores, 900 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX, 78704, United States
Thank you for registering for this drop-in event to help clean up the shoreline of Lady Bird Lake and the Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail. Also, join us as we count down for TTC’s 22nd Maudies’ Moonlight Run.
The Trail Conservancy’s mission is to protect, enhance, and connect the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail for the benefit of all. Established in 2003 as the Town Lake Trail Foundation, The Trail Conservancy furthers the historic efforts set forth by the Citizens Committee in 1971.
Event Details:

Meeting Location: Auditorium Shores – Look out for an orange TTC tent
Parking Location: Free limited parking in the Auditorium Shores Parking and street parking along W. Riverside Drive.
What to Wear and Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and pants. TTC will provide all the bags, trash grabbers, and gloves for volunteers.

Tree ID Walk At Waterloo Park
2025-05-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterloo Park, 500 E 12th St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Have you been wondering what kind of tree is growing in your yard? Maybe you want to learn a fun new skill? Well, you’re in luck because the Central Texas Seed Savers and TreeFolks are coming to Waterloo Park to lead a Tree ID lesson to help you learn a little more about what’s growing around you!
You will learn how to identify native trees and how to safely and ethically collect seeds to donate to the TreeFolks Seeds To Trees Native Nursery.
RSVP here.

Slipper Summit: A Day of Storytelling & Solidarity for Asian Creatives
2025-05-17 10:00 - 17:00 | Austin Central Library, 710 W. César Chávez St., Austin, TX, 78701, United States
This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so RSVP is required! Stay for the day, or for a portion of the event.
Slipper Assembly presents Slipper Summit: A Day of Storytelling & Solidarity for Asian Creatives, a full-day event to share our stories, build community, and make art together amongst fellow Asian creatives. Feeling the urgency of artistic resistance, the desire to challenge pressures to conform and compete, and the strength of community, Slipper Assembly will feature creative and thought-provoking workshops, discussions, and more.
Unlock hidden parts of yourself, push your art’s activism, and connect with other Asian creatives in meaningful ways at the Austin Central Library – Special Events Center (710 W Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78701) on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 from 10am to 5pm.
Slipper Summit is presented by Slipper Assembly, fiscally sponsored by Austin Asian American Film Festival, and hosted by Austin Public Library. This project is supported in part by the City of Austin Economic Development Department.

Waterloo Wellness: Raise Your Vibration - Yoga Flow & Chill Sounds
2025-05-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Greenway, 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Waterloo Wellness
Take part in a variety of free health and wellness classes while connecting to nature in our beautiful park setting. This rotating series of programs offers something for everyone, engaging underserved communities and offering physical and mental health activities for all ages and abilities.
Monday, May 19 – Raise Your Vibration: Yoga Flow & Chill Sounds
Instructor: Leti & DJ Donavin
Leti will lead you through a light-hearted slow yoga flow to attune the body, mind and spirit along with specially curated live DJ set by Donavin Velez that will leave you with all the feels. Take these vibes with you as you move through your week. This is an all-levels practice tailored for all to reset and restore. Please bring your yoga mat.

Wake-up Call for Clean Energy
2025-05-20 08:00 - 10:00 | Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd St. , Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Join The Parents’ Climate Community and Public Citizen TX for a morning of clean-energy awareness, art-making, and advocacy for all ages.

Take your kids to City Hall to learn about how local government works.
Make art or fill out a postcard to speak up for clean-energy investments.
Grown-ups or kids can even sign up to speak at 9 am about why they want Austin to invest in more green solutions, including solar panels on City-owned buildings.

We’ll have free breakfast tacos and coffee on hand to fuel this wake-up call. A great activity for homeschool families!

What Shapes Transit Plan 2035 Webinar
2025-05-21 18:00 | Online
Curious how your voice is shaping Transit Plan 2035? Join our webinar on Wednesday, May 21 at 6 pm for the latest updates, data insights and community feedback that’s driving the plan forward.
We’re excited to share the data that informs the plan, provide an update on the project and upcoming community involvement opportunities, and answer any questions you may have. We hope you’ll join us! If you require any specific accommodations, please contact us with your request. We offer a range of services, including effective communication and language access services, such as Spanish and American Sign Language (ASL). To facilitate your requests, kindly contact us at engage@capmetro.org at least 72 hours in advance.

Two-Step Night
2025-05-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Greenway, 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Location: Moody Amphitheater
Date: May 23, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 10:00 PM

This event is part of the following event series: Waterloo Wellness

Get ready for an evening of boots, beats, and two-steppin’ fun! The night will feature interactive two-step lessons for all levels set to a lively country western playlist, followed by a live band to keep the dance floor moving. Whether you’re a seasoned two-stepper or a first-timer, it’ll be a honky-tonk good time!

Free Community Workout with Barre3 and Shoal Creek Conservancy
2025-05-24 09:00 - 10:30 | Duncan Park, 900 W 9th St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Shoal Creek Conservancy and Barre3 invite you to join us on May 24th at 9am for a free, beginner-friendly barre workout in improved Duncan Park! You’ll move through low-impact isometric moves, large-range cardio bursts, and mind-centering breath work while enjoying views of Downtown Austin. All you need to bring is a water bottle and a mat and Barre3 will provide any extra props, if necessary.
Interested? Please register via https://bit.ly/4eNDjZe!

Austin Water Lunch 'n' Learn: Rainwater Harvesting Webinar
2025-05-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Join Austin Water’s Conservation team to discuss our Rainwater Harvesting Rebate. Learn all about how to apply and succeed in getting money back for install a rainwater harvesting system. You will also learn all about the ins and outs of successfully setting up a rainwater harvesting system. RSVP here.

2025 Future of Downtown
2025-05-27 16:30 - 19:30 | ACL Live at the Moody Theater, 310 West Willie Nelson Boulevard, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Welcome to the Future of Downtown presented by the Downtown Austin Alliance. As downtown’s steward and champion, we are bringing the best parts of downtown to ACL Live to celebrate more than 30 years of the Downtown Austin Alliance with our community partners, stakeholders, members and future leaders!
We will share key insights from our annual State of Downtown report and introduce our new CEO & President, along with our keynote speaker for the evening, Davon Barbour. Join us as we showcase the vibe of Austin through local artists and rockin’ musicians; enjoy light bites, drinks and live music.
All tickets to the Future of Downtown Include

Networking hour with light bites

Live music and art

Downtown Austin swag

About the State of Downtown Report
Downtown Austin is one the most dynamic urban cores in the world and an important anchor to our region. Home to world-renowned events, a hotbed for real estate development and innovation, and the city’s center for social activity and civic engagement, downtown has sustained its vitality over the past three decades.
The annual State of Downtown report is a market snapshot illustrating downtown’s central role as Austin’s economic, governmental and cultural center. This report provides benchmark data behind Austin’s most important economic sectors, including real estate development, office and employment statistics, residential analysis, tourism, safety, parks and placemaking, homelessness and mobility downtown while sharing our accomplishments & priorities for the next few years.
2025 Downtown Awards
Every year, the Downtown Austin Alliance recognizes dedicated people who make significant contributions or outstanding improvements to our downtown community at our annual Future of Downtown event. Recognition will be given to awardees in two categories: Meredith Powell Award for Community Culture & Downtown Vision Award. Learn about the Downtown Awards here.

Waterloo Wellness: Presence & Gratitude Yin and Sound
2025-05-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Greenway, 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Waterloo Wellness
Take part in a variety of free health and wellness classes while connecting to nature in our beautiful park setting. This rotating series of programs offers something for everyone, engaging underserved communities and offering physical and mental health activities for all ages and abilities.
Tuesday, May 27 – Presence & Gratitude Yin and Sound
Instructor: Gioconda & Friends
Join Gioconda along with some amazing members of our Austin Teaching Community for an hour of Yin and Sound. Yin yoga gives you space and time to settle into some deep work on your connective tissues. This session will also include guided breathing and visualization while you are in the practice. Our sound healers will be creating an incredible sound-scape to support your experience in this beautiful outdoor offering and we will have assistants to help you find the best versions of each shape for your body. We look forward to sharing this evening with you.

Climate Cafe
2025-05-30 12:00 - 12:50 | Online
An informal, confidential, and safe space to share our emotions around the climate crisis, so we are better able to support each other.
What is a climate cafe? Learn more here
Spots are limited! RSVP here.
ASL interpretation available upon request.

Tree Care at Graham Elementary
2025-05-31 09:00 - 11:00 | Graham Elementary, 11211 Tom Adams Dr, Austin, TX, 78753, United States
Volunteer with TreeFolks for a Tree Care work day at Graham Elementary!
TreeFolks planted 50 native trees at this site in North Austin in March 2023 as part of a project to increase urban canopy equity. Austin has experienced a 25% reduction in tree canopy cover over the past 30 years due to rapid urban growth, which is disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities in the eastern crescent of the city. Tree mulching is needed to help retain moisture around roots, prevent weed growth, and protect the trees from extreme temperatures.
TreeFolks will provide all necessary materials, including gloves, tools, water, and snacks. Please bring a water bottle, dress for working outdoors, and take breaks when necessary! RSVP here.
If you have any questions or concerns, please get in touch with Gillian: volunteer@treefolks.org, (512) 761-8738 cell

Great Hills Neighborhood Park: Volunteer With Council Member Duchen
2025-05-31 09:00 - 12:00 | Great Hills Neighborhood Park, 10801 Sierra Oaks, Austin, TX, 78759, United States
My office is teaming up with Austin Parks Foundation to reduce wildfire risk at Great Hills Neighborhood Park by removing “dead-and-down” brush from the 2023 ice storm. We’d love to have your help.
WHEN: Saturday May 31, 9am – 12pm
WHERE: Great Hills Neighborhood Park, Floral Park Trailhead
SIGN UP: Register here
Join your neighbors and me, your D10 Council Member, in supporting our neighborhood park. We’ll help cut and move dry brush to the trailhead for haul-away. Dead brush creates wildfire risk, and this project will serve as a pilot for low-cost fire-mitigation solutions.
Your volunteer efforts will help protect the surrounding neighborhood, especially during our hot summer. We need about 25 volunteers to make a big impact, so bring a friend!
Please wear long sleeves and pants to protect from scratches, and bring a reusable water bottle. Thank you for giving back to our parks and green spaces!

Celebrate Yellow Bike's 28th
2025-05-31 18:00 - 23:30 | Kinda Tropical, 3501 E 7th St, Austin, 78702, United States
Yellow Bike is turning 28 this year, and we’re throwing it back to the ’80s to celebrate! (Hey, there’s an *8* in 28, and our founders came of age in the 80s BMX era!)
Ride. Watch. Celebrate!
Community ride organized by 9th Street BMX
A screening of the classic “BMX Bandits”, starring a young Nicole Kidman – yes, really!
We’re teaming up with 9th Street BMX for a night of wheels, nostalgia, and pure fun. Dress to impress – 80s style! Break out your neon, leg warmers, and BMX spirit!! Let’s celebrate!
Bat City Biking is partnering by bringing their riders to the movie and the fundraising event.
Help us hit our fundraiser goal and empower more people with bikes by donating to Yellow Bike’s 28th birthday fundraiser! Every dollar you give doubles in impact, making sustainable transportation accessible to all. If you are willing and able, please consider donating HERE.
TICKETS: The event is FREE, but registration is required.

Rescheduled - Waterloo Wellness: Get Your Cool On! Chill Vibes Happy Hour Flow
2025-06-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Greenway, 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
* Please note – this event was originally scheduled for May 12th, but has been reschedule for June 2nd.*
Waterloo Wellness
Take part in a variety of free health and wellness classes while connecting to nature in our beautiful park setting. This rotating series of programs offers something for everyone, engaging underserved communities and offering physical and mental health activities for all ages and abilities.
Monday, May 12 – Get Your Cool On! Chill Vibes Happy Hour Flow
Instructor: Dana
Roll into summer with a slow flow yoga practice & chill vibes. This happy hour yoga class is designed to invigorate, regulate and leave you feeling chill.

UMLAUF After Dark: PRIDE!
2025-06-03 18:00 - 20:00 | UMLAUF Sculpture Garden, 605 Azie Morton Rd, Austin, TX, 78704, United States
Step into a night of art, music, and celebration at UMLAUF After Dark: PRIDE! This special evening highlights LGBTQ+ artists and performers, bringing the community together through live entertainment, creative experiences, and vibrant energy.

Beats by DJ Dana from Queer Collective Co.
Aerial Performances
Artist Showcase
Specialty Cocktail
Karaoke
Shishman Halal Mediterranean Food Truck
Rainbow Connections ATX
ASHwell

Tickets are $12 and can be purchased online in advance or at the door.

Preventing Domestic Violence Discussion Panel
2025-06-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Ruiz Branch Library, 1600 Grove Blvd, Austin, Austin, TX, 78741, United States
Join the Austin Police Department for an important interactive discussion panel on Domestic Violence Prevention!
️ Date: June 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Ruiz Public Library
Our expert panelists will share resources as well as answer questions from the community. Don’t miss it!
In case you have a conflict in your schedule, drop your questions anonymously and watch the recorded event later at your convenience.

Your Voice Can Make Health Care Better: Community Conversation, Precinct 1
2025-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Manor Lions Club Event Center, 429 W. Parsons St., Manor, TX, 78653, United States
Join us for a conversation with Travis County Commissioner Jeff Travillion.
Have a say in how Central Health improves care in Travis County. The conversation will begin with an update on the Central Health Strategic Plan. Then, there will be a listening session with the Central Health Board of Managers and senior leadership.
Take this opportunity to share your questions and feedback—your input could make a difference in health care in your community.

New clinics and patient-centered care
Bridge services, respite care, and upcoming programs
Better care through new approaches

Event details
Thursday, June 5
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Manor Lions Club Event Center
429 W. Parsons St., Manor, TX 78653
Food and parking will be provided. RSVP here.
If you need access to a language other than ASL, English, or Spanish, reach out to Yesenia.Ramos@CentralHealth.net.

Laptop Disassembly and Repair Workshop
2025-06-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Little Walnut Creek Branch, 835 W Rundberg Ln, Austin, TX, 78758, United States
Are you curious about how computers work? Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop hosted by Fix-It Austin and taught by staff from the City of Austin’s Community PC Program. Laptops and all necessary tools will be provided. No prior technical experience is required—just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!
Get your free ticket here.
What You’ll Learn:
Understanding Laptop Basics

Get introduced to the core components of a laptop.
Learn the functions of each part and how they work together.

Hands-On Disassembly

Carefully disassemble a laptop provided by CPCP.
Identify and understand the purpose of the main components inside.

Troubleshooting Skills

Learn common laptop issues and how to diagnose them.
Practical tips for troubleshooting and basic repairs

Safety and Best Practices

Essential safety guidelines for working with electronics.
Best practices for handling and assembling laptop components.

Made You Look: Interrupting the Ordinary Through Art, Style & Presence
2025-06-05 18:00 - 21:00 | 506 Congress Ave, 506 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Made You Look is a combined artist talk and exhibit featuring artists Kiara Harris (Ki) and Johnny Munoz (OG Johnny) from the DASA (Downtown Austin Space Activation) Artist Residency Program. Through this exhibition, both artists explore the stories of Austin. Hear about the artwork and the program from the artists themselves.
About the DASA Artist in Residency Program:
The DASA Artist Residency Program offers a unique opportunity for artists across various disciplines to immerse themselves in a supportive and inspiring environment. The program provides the perfect space to focus on your creative practice, develop new work and engage with a diverse community of artists and cultural enthusiasts.
Residents receive a dedicated studio space in downtown Austin, digital, print and social media promotion through our partnership with Tribeza, access to resources and facilities at DASA Residency spaces, opportunities for collaboration and networking, professional development and mentorship over one year and exposure to new ideas, cultures and experiences.
About OG Johnny:
As a native Austinite, I draw inspiration from the vibrant energy of my city and the rugged beauty of the Southwest. Working with acrylic and spray paint, I create custom murals and paintings that blend bold colors with dynamic compositions. I’m best known for my unique approach to painting cacti—capturing their resilience and character in a style that’s distinctly my own. Through my work, I aim to transform spaces and spark a connection between art and the environment.
About Ki:
I am affectionately known as Ki. I am a stylist, tailor and designer. I feel pride especially serving those who identify as gender diverse, non-binary, gender-fluid, gender-nonconforming and/or LGBTQ+. My portfolio includes everything from custom designed wedding garb, to sourcing and upcycling vintage threads and tailoring ready-to-wear clothing to fit the unique needs and bodies of queer folks. I have the privilege of prioritizing folks who have historically been underserved in this area. I pride myself on helping other queer and gender non-conforming folks feel comfortable, confident and unapologetic in their clothing and subsequently their bodies. First I had to learn to do this for myself and that’s how SwankKi was born. I am inspired by pioneers like Dapper Dan. I envision a future where SwankKi Tailor & Threads follows in his footsteps as a southern fashion hub that employs and prioritizes queer folks, folks of color and creatives alike.

Maudie’s Moonlight 5K Fun Run
2025-06-05 20:00 | Auditorium Shores, 900 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX, 78704, United States
Maudie’s Moonlight 5K Fun Run: 22 Years and Running!
For over two decades, Austin’s favorite moonlight tradition has brought together runners, walkers, and Trail lovers for an unforgettable evening benefiting the Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.
Join us on Thursday, June 5, 2025, for a high-energy 5K under the moonlight, kicking off with a shotgun start in downtown Austin. The scenic course winds along the streets bordering Lady Bird Lake and the Butler Trail before finishing at the ultimate post-run fiesta—complete with refreshing margaritas, Tex-Mex, and live music.
Don’t miss this iconic Austin tradition—grab your friends, lace up, and let’s run for the Trail! The fun begins at 8:00 PM. ‍♂️

Registration includes:

Race Entry
Maudie’s Moonlight 5K Run shirt
Entry to the Maudie’s Finish Line Celebration
Two Complimentary Maudie’s Margaritas
Complimentary Tex-Mex Snacks

All registration fees from the run go directly to The Trail Conservancy, providing critical funds needed to achieve our mission to protect, enhance, and connect the Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail for all!

Givens Park Pool - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
2025-06-07 10:00 | Givens Park, 3811 East 12th Street, Austin, TX, 78721, United States
Join Austin Parks and Recreation for the Givens Pool Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, June 7 at 10 a.m. at 3811 E. 12th St. After more than 50 years serving the historically African American community, the Givens District Park Pool has been redeveloped for future generations to enjoy.
In 2018, the Aquatic Plan identified the pool as in need of improvements and it was closed in 2019 due to leaks in the pool shell. New amenities include lap lane pool, zero-entry activity pool (toddler pool), spray ground features, diving board, bathhouses, family restroom, training/party room, picnic pads with shade structures, and aquatic office space.
For more information about the project, visit AustinTexas.gov/GivensPool.

Freedom + Juneteenth
2025-06-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Pease Park, 1100 Kingsbury St, Austin, TX, 78705, United States
Bring your lawn chair and blanket and enjoy an evening at the park for Juneteenth! Our theme is Family Reunion— we’re inviting the community to relax, connect, and celebrate together with music, games, food, and fun. You can RSVP here.
Hang out with Where Y’all At Though?!
featuring: UNO, Spades, Dominoes, and more
Food available for purchase from:
Big Mayne BBQ and Southern Soul Bistro
Schedule:
6:00 PM – DJ set by DJ Ajah Monet, Games, and Music
7:00 PM – Sip & Paint (first come, first served, up to 30 people)
8:00 PM – Jazz Band: The Keezy Experience
9:00 PM – DJ set by Ashmar

The Creative Reset: Listening Session
2025-06-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Carver Branch, Austin Public Library, 1161 Angelina Street, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
The Office of Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment was established in February 2025 and is committed to fostering a vibrant, creative ecosystem that celebrates and supports Austin’s artists, musicians, entertainment venues, and cultural institutions.
One of the goals of ACME is to reimagine the structure, accessibility, and implementation of Austin’s cultural funding programs.
To achieve this goal, ACME initiated The Creative Reset, a one-year strategic planning process that includes reviewing years of feedback, focus groups and a survey. Together, we hope to gain further insights into what aspects of the programs are working and where there are opportunities for improvement.
Join ACME leadership for a discussion to learn about this initiative and other department goals.
Free and open to the public. No RSVP necessary.

Juneteenth Free Your Mind Symposium Day 1
2025-06-10 12:00 - 21:00 | George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
The 2025 Free Your Mind Lecture Series kicks off on Tuesday, June 10 from 12-1:30pm with a film screening of Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom, an unscripted documentary that invites viewers into the story of Juneteenth through the eyes of a Black man learning about the holiday from the direct descendants of those liberated. A conversation and Q&A with Ya’ke Smith, documentary director and Associate Professor of Film at the University of Texas at Austin, will follow. Learn more about Ya’ke Smith’s work as a filmmaker, professor, and activist at exodusfilmworks.com.
The Free Your Mind Lecture Series continues at 6pm on Tuesday, June 10, with a lecture from Dr. Simone Browne, Associate Professor in the Department of African and African Diaspora Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Browne will present her research on the social and ethical implications of heightened digital scrutiny, both with and without artificial intelligence. She will discuss how these practices are informed by historic methods of monitoring Black life under slavery and the ways artists intervene against them. With a focus on algorithmic harm and tech equity, Dr. Browne will guide the audience through community-based tactics for enhanced digital safety planning and data protection.
Game Designer and Small Black Museum Residency alum Temitope Olujobi returns to the Carver Museum to present their latest project, Hands That Steal From Other Mouths, on Tuesday, June 10 from 8-9pm. Combining a teach-in and live video game performance, Olujobi’s work pursues a creative mission to unify Africans, on the continent and in the Black American diaspora, in learning about the collective exploitation and struggle for self-determination.

Juneteenth Free Your Mind Symposium Day 2
2025-06-11 12:00 - 21:00 | George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
Day 2 of the 2025 Free Your Mind Lecture Series continues with a screening of Little Trumpet, directed by Megan Trufant Tillman and produced by Kimiko Matsuda-Lawrence on June 11, 2025 from 12-1:30pm. Little Trumpet is a short film set in Tillman’s hometown of New Orleans and tells the story of a 9-year-old boy who dreams of playing the trumpet like his older brother. A conversation with Tillman and Matsuda-Lawrence will follow, moderated by the Carver Museum’s Curatorial Fellow, Mueni Rudd.
The day continues with the artist talk for the Carver Museum’s current group exhibition,Second Sight, from 6-7pm. Featuring artists Samara Barks, Hailey Gearo, Brian “Bydeeman” Joseph, Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone, and moderated by the Carver Museum’s Associate Curator, Regine Malibiran, the artist talk will dive into the exhibit’s themes of double consciousness in modern times, enduring forms of slavery, and catharsis.
The 2025 Free Your Mind Lecture Series concludes with Up to Us, a panel in collaboration with community builder Salihah Saadiq. Moderated by the Director of the City of Austin’s Office of Equity and Inclusion, Dr. Lindsey Wilson, the panel features Ishia Lynette, Executive Director of the Austin Justice Coalition, Dr. Kevin Foster, founder and Executive Director of PBS’ Blackademics Television and African American Studies professor at the University of Texas at Austin, and Ashley George, cybersecurity professional and adjunct professor at the University of Washington. The panel will discuss the current state of DEI initiatives, how Black leaders in education and community organizing are persevering with their work, and strategies on how to navigate the current landscape. Enjoy a vendor market and grooves by DJ Kay Cali between events!

Town Hall: Housing Access Now!
2025-06-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Trinity Center, 304 E 7th St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
In April, we launched a campaign about making housing more equitable and accessible for people experiencing homelessness across our City: Housing Access Now: Stop Discrimination, Start Affordability! We’re working to reduce housing discrimination for people impacted by the criminal legal system and ensure deeply affordable housing units go to people who need them most.
On Wednesday, June 11th, we’re hosting a Town Hall with unhoused Austinites, frontline service providers, and City leaders. We’ll hear about the issues impacting people experiencing homelessness and what we can do to reduce barriers to housing and win more deeply affordable housing. We hope you can join us!
What: Town Hall: Housing Access Now: Stop Discrimination, Start Affordability!
When: Wednesday, June 11th from 2:00-4:00 PM
Where: Trinity Center Gymnasium (304 E 7th St)

Pride Run on the Trail with Austin Front Runners
2025-06-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Sand Beach Park, 111 Sandra Muraida Way, Austin, TX, 78703, United States
Y’all Means All — so grab your boots and your brightest rainbow gear, because Pride on the Trail is hitting Austin with big Texan energy!
Austin Front Runners is teaming up with The Trail Conservancy to bring you a joyful, community-powered run celebrating Pride, movement, and inclusivity — all with the support of incredible local partners like Fleet Feet Austin, ASICS, ON, The Loop, Ready to Run, RunLab, AOK, Brave New Love, Morning Jo’s, GOOD GRiEF, and many more of Austin’s fiercest run clubs!
Trail Run @ Sand Beach Park | 9AM–11AM
After Party Takeover @ Oilcan Harry’s | 8PM–Close
This year’s theme is “Y’all Means All” — and we mean it. Whether you’re running, walking, or two-stepping across that finish line, you belong here. Come embrace your inner Texan on the trail.
