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SUMMARY:Election Bae
DESCRIPTION:Democrasexy\, Deeds not Words\, and URGE TX are teaming up to bring you Election Bae! Join us for a night of community\, crafts\, and voter education. This is a major election year in Texas\, and the primary elections are right around the corner! Did you know\, some call the primary elections “The Bachelorette” of the elections? Love is in the air! At Election Bae you will get the resources and information needed to confidently choose your preferred candidate in the TX primary elections. Here are the details: \nWhen: February 16th from 6:30pm-8:30pm \nWhere: Antonelli’s Cheese Shop\, 1100 S Lamar Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78704 \nFree entry and free snacks provided. There is limited space so sign up ahead of time! This is a C-3 event\, meaning all voting information will be non-partisan.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/election-bae/
LOCATION:Antonelli’s Cheese Shop – Lamar\, 1100 S Lamar Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Lecture/Guest Speaker,Networking
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SUMMARY:Know Your Rights - Immigration Policy Updates
DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Equity and Inclusion for free virtual Know Your Rights webinars this spring! Learn about recent immigration policy updates and how to protect your rights when interacting with law enforcement or immigration agencies. American Gateways and Texas Immigration Law Council (TxILC) will provide updates and there will be an opportunity for a short Q & A session. \n*Spanish interpretation provided at each session. \nUpcoming Sessions:  \n\n\nThursday\, January 29\, 2026 | 4:00 pm (Central time) | Zoom\n\n\nTuesday\, February 17\, 2026 | 4:00 pm (Central time) | Zoom\n\n\nTuesday\, March 10\, 2026 | 5:00 pm (Central time) | Zoom\n\n\nThursday\, April 2\, 2026 | 6:00 pm (Central time) | Zoom\n\n\nZoom link to join:  bit.ly/49NYNVC \nPasscode to join: 14vQEF
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/know-your-rights-immigration-policy-updates/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T171923Z
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SUMMARY:Bond 2026 Open House
DESCRIPTION:Austin continues to face significant infrastructure challenges\, including aging facilities\, growing service demands\, and affordability pressures. \nThe 2026 Bond Program is being developed to address these needs through thoughtful investments that make the most of public dollars and deliver meaningful benefits across the city. \nCommunity input is essential to this process. Your perspective helps ensure the proposed investments reflect Austin’s priorities and guide the recommendations that will be brought forward to City Council and the Mayor. \nYou are invited to participate in a series of open house meetings to learn more about the proposed bond projects and share your feedback. These conversations will help inform final recommendations and ensure the bond package reflects the needs of Austin’s diverse communities. \nBelow are several dates and locations available for participation: \n\nTuesday\, Feb. 17 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Montopolis Recreation Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 21 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.): Northwest Recreation Center\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.): Virtual meeting\nWednesday\, Feb. 25 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Permitting & Development Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 28 (11 a.m.-3 p.m.): Conley-Guerrero Senior Center\n\n  \nShare your thoughts on the bond projects the City should consider. RSVP to attend here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/bond-2026-open-house/
LOCATION:Montopolis Recreation Center\, 1200 Montopolis Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T170000
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SUMMARY:Understanding How Data Centers Impact Texas
DESCRIPTION:Keaton Peters will present on how data centers affect the power grid. He will explore questions that have come up in his extensive reporting on this topic. How much power will data centers need\, and how are they trying to get it? Who pays for new power infrastructure? How do data centers use water? What has happened when data centers move in near residential areas? And what could happen if the stock market’s ‘AI bubble’ starts to burst? The presentation will explain why these questions matter and provide unbiased facts that will allow anyone joining to come to their own well-informed conclusions. \nKeaton Peters is an energy reporter for Straight Arrow News. He brings a narrative-driven flair to energy coverage after spending several years as a freelance journalist. His first spark of interest in journalism came when Peters was a copy editor for his undergraduate student newspaper at the University of California at Berkeley during a period of rigorous debate about the role of the media and free speech on campus. His interests were forged into serious journalistic know-how as a reporting fellow with the Texas Tribune in 2023. Since then\, his freelance work has run in numerous online publications\, newspapers and magazines including Texas Monthly and High Country News. In 2025\, he was recognized as an energy journalism fellow by Columbia University’s Center on Global Energy Policy\, which selected him as one of 20 up-and-coming reporters around the world. \nOriginally from a tiny mountain town in Alpine County\, California\, Peters now reports from Austin\, Texas\, where he earned a Master’s degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin. Outside of the newsroom\, he plays guitar in a local rock band\, runs marathons\, bakes sourdough bread and enjoys spending free time with his wife and their cats.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/understanding-how-data-centers-impact-texas/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T210000
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SUMMARY:DAC Nights: K-Pop Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Come to DAC Nights: K-Pop Pop-Up and learn some of your favorite K-Pop dances\, then make your own K-Pop themed photocards! DAC Nights staff will be collaborating with a dance instructor to teach the moves to a variety of popular K-Pop songs. There will also be plenty of materials available to create a K-Pop Pop-up card for friends or home decoration. \nThis event is free! Registration is encouraged\, but not required.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/dac-nights-k-pop-pop-up/
LOCATION:Dougherty Arts Center\, 1110 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts
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DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T175306Z
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SUMMARY:Guinean Dance Workshop and Cultural Performance
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of 100 years of Black History Month\, we welcome you to join Lannaya Drum & Dance for an afternoon of West African Dance.\nJoin us on Thursday\, February 19\, 2026 from 4-5pm in celebration of one hundred years of Black History Month! We invite community to join Lannaya Drum & Dance for an afternoon of West African Dance. \nParticipate in a 30-minute Guinean dance workshop and enjoy a dynamic then showcase of traditional West African dance from Mali and Guinea\, accompanied by the electrifying rhythms of a live djembe’ orchestra! \nLannaya’s mission is to expose and educate audiences to authentic and progressive interpretations of drum and dance of the African diaspora. Free and open to all. RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/guinean-dance-workshop-and-cultural-performance/
LOCATION:George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center\, 1165 Angelina Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T180000
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SUMMARY:Hyphenated Book Club - Dear America\, Notes of an Undocumented Citizen
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow book lovers in the community to dive into works by Asian American authors. From new releases by emerging voices to beloved community favorites\, fiction to non-fiction and everything in-between\, explore the diversity of American literature from an Asian American lens. \nAll meet ups are free and open to the public to attend. Must be 18+. All sessions are hosted in person at the AARC. No need to have finished the book to attend\, though recommended. \nJoin us on February 19 from 6 to 7:30pm for a discussion on Dear America\, Notes of an Undocumented Citizen by Jose Antonio Vargas. Learn more and RSVP: RSVP: Dear America
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/hyphenated-book-club-dear-america-notes-of-an-undocumented-citizen/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T173000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T143520Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Leadership Austin Conference: Leading At The Pace Of Change
DESCRIPTION:It’s not every day that hundreds of leaders gather under one roof to connect\, learn\, and find brighter paths forward. \nThe power of community and shared learning makes the Leadership Austin Conference so spectacular.  With hundreds of inspiring leaders uniting together\, this one-day event is a catalyst for individual growth\, leadership renewal\, and collective impact on Central Texas for years to come. \nWe’re  excited for this year’s theme\, Leading at the Pace of Change and the 2026 tracks below: \n\nEconomic Mobility – Leveraging intentional city design and generosity to unlock regional affordability and workforce potential.\nIndividual Growth – Equipping leaders with adaptive skills to thrive amid constant flux.\nHuman [Re]Connection – Rekindling the unseen force that sparks joy\, elevates dignity\, and fuels social capital.\n\nYou can get your ticket here.  A limited number of partial scholarships are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Apply here!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/2026-leadership-austin-conference-leading-at-the-pace-of-change/
LOCATION:UT Commons Conference Center\, 10100 Burnet Road\, Bldg 137\, Austin\, TX\, 78758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T083000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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SUMMARY:District 5 Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join the District 5 office for a community meeting! Join us this Friday\, February 20th at 8:30 AM at Leona Botanical Cafe! \nRSVP and submit your questions here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-5-friday-6/
LOCATION:Leona Botanical Cafe\, 6405 Brodie Ln.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T204210Z
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SUMMARY:FIGAPALOOZA
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at the TreeFolks nursery and learn how to propagate fig trees from cuttings. These trees will be grown at the nursery and distributed to the community once they are ready. No experience or tools are needed. We will train everyone at the beginning of the event\, and provide all tools\, materials\, gloves\, water\, and snacks. Please bring a water bottle\, dress for working outdoors\, and take breaks when you need to! \nRSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/figapalooza/
LOCATION:TreeFolks\, 10803 Platt Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78725\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
CREATED:20260212T172214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T172214Z
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SUMMARY:Bond 2026 Open House
DESCRIPTION:Austin continues to face significant infrastructure challenges\, including aging facilities\, growing service demands\, and affordability pressures. \nThe 2026 Bond Program is being developed to address these needs through thoughtful investments that make the most of public dollars and deliver meaningful benefits across the city. \nCommunity input is essential to this process. Your perspective helps ensure the proposed investments reflect Austin’s priorities and guide the recommendations that will be brought forward to City Council and the Mayor. \nYou are invited to participate in a series of open house meetings to learn more about the proposed bond projects and share your feedback. These conversations will help inform final recommendations and ensure the bond package reflects the needs of Austin’s diverse communities. \nBelow are several dates and locations available for participation: \n\nTuesday\, Feb. 17 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Montopolis Recreation Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 21 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.): Northwest Recreation Center\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.): Virtual meeting\nWednesday\, Feb. 25 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Permitting & Development Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 28 (11 a.m.-3 p.m.): Conley-Guerrero Senior Center\n\n  \nShare your thoughts on the bond projects the City should consider. RSVP to attend here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/bond-2026-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Northwest Recreation Center\, 2913 Northland Drive \, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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SUMMARY:Fast Friends: Make Connections at Light-Rail Speed!
DESCRIPTION:Explore our city and make some new friends along the way! A unique adventure with public transit as both venue and mode of transportation!\n\n\n\nLooking to meet new people and make fast friends? Join us at Plaza Saltillo for a fun\, FREE event where you can connect with others! Whether you’re new in town\, looking to expand your social circle or just curious about using the train\, this is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on the chance to create lasting friendships in a casual and welcoming environment. \nIn partnership with Get There ATX\, CapMetro and Hidden Gems Dating\, Ghisallo Cycling Initiative wants to take YOU on a unique adventure to explore our city via public transit. Utilizing public transit as both venue and mode of transportation\, participants will be expertly guided to meet new people and make new connections (pun definitely intended). \nWe’ll utilize CapMetro’s RedLine to take the train north from Plaza Saltillo to Kramer Station\, ultimately destined for the Domain. Hidden Gems Dating\, expert social facilitators\, will lead 3 rounds of ‘Speed Friending’ during our transit adventure. Upon arrival to the Domain\, participants will have the opportunity to further explore new friendship connections at Punchbowl Social. \nWhat’s Included: \n\nCapMetro Rail pass good for the whole day ($7)\nExpert ‘speed friending’ facilitation with Hidden Gems ($35)\nArcade Games and Dartsee @ Punchbowl Social ($15)\nA $57 Value!\n\nIt’s FREE! The ticket price is just a deposit to hold your spot\, and will be refunded with your attendance on event day. \nChoose your own adventure at Punchbowl Social and then self-guide back to Plaza Saltillo. Your CapMetro Rail pass will be valid all day. Stay and hang as long as you like\, grab lunch in the area and when you’re ready to head home\, CapMetro’s got your back! \nItinerary: \n10:15 am – Meet up at Plaza Saltillo. Parking is available. Bonus points if you ride your bike! \n1030 am – Round 1 speed friending \n11am – NB train arrives\, get on! \n25 minute ride to Kramer station + Round 2 speed friending \n11:27am Arrive @ Kramer Station \n11:35 – 20 min walk to Punchbowl Social at Domain + 3rd round speed friending \n12 pm – Arrive at Punchbowl Social. Arcade games + Darts courtesy of Ghisallo Cycling Initiative. \nAvailability: \nWe have room for 20 enthusiastic participants. If those tickets are claimed\, be sure to grab a spot on the waitlist in the event a ticket becomes available!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/fast-friends-make-connections-at-light-rail-speed/
LOCATION:Plaza Saltillo\, 1501 E 5th St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T212445Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Lunar New Year Festival Austin
DESCRIPTION:A one day celebration in East Austin with local artists and food vendors\, performances\, and more!\n\n\n\nJoin us for the fifth annual Lunar New Year Festival in East Austin! This year we will be celebrating the Year of the Horse! \nWe will be celebrating with this family friendly event with a pop up market featuring over 30+ vendors of Asian descent\, local eats and drinks\, lion + dragon dance performances\, and so much more fun\, family-friendly activities! \nHighlights: \nCelebrate the Year of the Horse with the East Austin community \nShop + support Asian-owned small businesses \nLion + dragon dance performances \nLive entertainment \nBilingual Storytime *A parent or grown up needs to accompany each child! \nFace painting + D.I.Y. craft stations \nYour RSVP + donation help support in making this festival a reality! \nVIP RSVP: \nKeepsake vendor badge \nAccess to preferred viewing area for performance time slot \n2026 Festival goody bag: special edition tote\, keychain\, redpackets\, festival sticker pack and more (valued at over $75) \n2 performance time slots: 11:30am + 2:30pm – You are welcome to arrive at your selected time slot and invited to stay for as long as you want after. \n*You will receive information on how to pick up your badge and more day-of details in an email leading up to the festival. \nDonation RSVP: \nGeneral Admission is donation based – this festival is open to everyone to attend and celebrate. There is an optional suggested donation $10-$15 per person. \nThis festival is organized by a group of volunteers\, your support contributes to the significant financial responsibilities associated with hosting a community event of this caliber and size. \nCome anytime during festival hours to stay to enjoy the day!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/2026-lunar-new-year-festival-austin/
LOCATION:The Paper + Craft Pantry\, 1023 Springdale Rd Building 6A\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T185000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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SUMMARY:Climate Cafe
DESCRIPTION:It’s not easy raising kids in a world on fire. Show yourself some love this February by connecting with other caregivers and allies in a safe\, online space for processing our emotions around climate change and other crises. Leave feeling lighter and better equipped to support the young people in your lives. \nFree with suggested donation of $10. All donations feed back into PCC family programming. \nSpots are limited! RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/climate-cafe-3/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
CREATED:20260212T172340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T172340Z
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SUMMARY:Bond 2026 Open House
DESCRIPTION:Austin continues to face significant infrastructure challenges\, including aging facilities\, growing service demands\, and affordability pressures. \nThe 2026 Bond Program is being developed to address these needs through thoughtful investments that make the most of public dollars and deliver meaningful benefits across the city. \nCommunity input is essential to this process. Your perspective helps ensure the proposed investments reflect Austin’s priorities and guide the recommendations that will be brought forward to City Council and the Mayor. \nYou are invited to participate in a series of open house meetings to learn more about the proposed bond projects and share your feedback. These conversations will help inform final recommendations and ensure the bond package reflects the needs of Austin’s diverse communities. \nBelow are several dates and locations available for participation: \n\nTuesday\, Feb. 17 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Montopolis Recreation Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 21 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.): Northwest Recreation Center\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.): Virtual meeting\nWednesday\, Feb. 25 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Permitting & Development Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 28 (11 a.m.-3 p.m.): Conley-Guerrero Senior Center\n\n  \nShare your thoughts on the bond projects the City should consider. RSVP to attend here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/bond-2026-open-house-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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SUMMARY:Being and Belonging: Belonging and Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Being and Belonging is an educational pop up series about Asian American history\, culture\, and arts. If you have ever wondered… \n\nWhat are the experiences of Asian Americans in United States? In Texas?\nWhat does it mean to be a part of the Asian American diaspora?\nWhat should the future of Asian America look like?\n\n…then this pop up series is for you! \nBeing and Belonging is open to anyone (ages 18+) who wants to learn in an interactive\, hands-on\, collaborative setting alongside fellow community members. During each session\, we will explore a different topic related to Asian American history through facilitated activities\, guest speakers\, and/or Asian American media. \nParticipants do not need to attend all pop up sessions. They can attend as many or as few as they want. This series is free and open to all. Light refreshments will be provided! \nThe theme of February’s Pop Up will be Belonging & Citizenship.\nWho gets to belong? Who decides who gets to belong? In February’s Being and Belonging Pop Up\, we will explore belonging\, citizenship\, and immigration. Led by guest speaker Apurva Gunturu\, participants will learn about the history of immigration laws\, the process of naturalization\, and how these elements intersect to shape belonging. \nLearn more and RSVP: Registration | Being and Belonging: Belonging and Citizenship
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/being-and-belonging-belonging-and-citizenship/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
CREATED:20260212T172602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T172602Z
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SUMMARY:Bond 2026 Open House
DESCRIPTION:Austin continues to face significant infrastructure challenges\, including aging facilities\, growing service demands\, and affordability pressures. \nThe 2026 Bond Program is being developed to address these needs through thoughtful investments that make the most of public dollars and deliver meaningful benefits across the city. \nCommunity input is essential to this process. Your perspective helps ensure the proposed investments reflect Austin’s priorities and guide the recommendations that will be brought forward to City Council and the Mayor. \nYou are invited to participate in a series of open house meetings to learn more about the proposed bond projects and share your feedback. These conversations will help inform final recommendations and ensure the bond package reflects the needs of Austin’s diverse communities. \nBelow are several dates and locations available for participation: \n\nTuesday\, Feb. 17 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Montopolis Recreation Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 21 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.): Northwest Recreation Center\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.): Virtual meeting\nWednesday\, Feb. 25 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Permitting & Development Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 28 (11 a.m.-3 p.m.): Conley-Guerrero Senior Center\n\n  \nShare your thoughts on the bond projects the City should consider. RSVP to attend here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/bond-2026-open-house-4/
LOCATION:City of Austin Permitting and Development Center\, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071235
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SUMMARY:District Dialogues
DESCRIPTION:How do you build a sustainable music career in Austin? Join us Feb. 25 for a special #districtdialogues discussion\n\n\n\n\n\nReturning this month\, Red River’s community conversation series brings together venue bookers\, working musicians\, promoters\, and artist advocates to talk honestly about today’s scene.\n\n\n\nTopics include booking smarter\, marketing on a budget\, touring sustainably & protecting your mental health – with real advice artists can actually use!\n\n\n\nDialogue #03: Stages\, Strategy & Staying Power: Building a Sustainable Music Career in Austin \nThis focused panel discussion and skill-share brings together local venue bookers\, working musicians\, and industry professionals to share real-world guidance for building sustainable music careers. The conversation centers on smarter booking strategies\, budget-conscious marketing\, tour finance basics\, and maintaining mental health in a demanding industry. Emphasizing open dialogue and practical tools\, the session is designed to support artists at every stage with actionable insights they can immediately apply within Austin’s live music ecosystem. \nKey Takeaways: \nAttendees can expect to: \n\nDevelop a stronger understanding of Austin’s local music ecosystem and opportunities\nGain insight into sustainable approaches to career growth and longevity\nLearn from shared experiences and perspectives across the music community\nBuild connections and identify resources that support ongoing creative and professional development
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/district-dialogues/
LOCATION:13th Floor\, 711 Red River Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260212T192639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T192639Z
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SUMMARY:Holding Space Through Food: Black Stories from Soil to Stove
DESCRIPTION:A panel exploring Black foodways in Austin\,centering stories of land\, labor\, culture\, and community through the lived experiences.\n\n\n\nAs part of the Holding Spaces exhibition\, Holding Space Through Food: Black Stories from Soil to Stove is a moderated\, story-forward conversation centering Black foodways in Austin. \nThis panel explores how food\, land\, labor\, and brick-and-mortar spaces intersect in the lives of Black chefs\, entrepreneurs\, growers\, and cultural workers. Panelists will reflect on their personal pathways into food\, the emotional and cultural labor behind hospitality\, and what it means to create and sustain food-centered spaces amid displacement\, rising costs\, and shifting neighborhoods. \nRather than focusing on culinary trends\, this conversation prioritizes lived experience—honoring food as memory\, practice\, resistance\, and care. The program invites the audience into a shared dialogue about nourishment\, legacy\, and the ways Black communities continue to hold space through food. \nPanelists: \nLarissa Davila \nExecutive Director\, Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI)\nLarissa Davila is a business development expert with deep experience supporting entrepreneurs of color. As Executive Director of EGBI\, she works closely with food-based businesses navigating sustainability\, growth\, and community impact\, with a focus on equitable access to resources and long-term viability. \nJahmaal Dumes \nCoFounder\, CaJJun Eats\nJahmaal Dumes is a Beaumont\, Texas native and business owner with a Bachelor’s degree in Business from Southwestern University. He is the co-owner of Down South CaJJun Eats and the founder of X’Cellence Lounge & Grooming\, combining entrepreneurship\, culture\, and community through his work. \nChi Ndika \nFounder & Owner\, Luv Fats Ice Cream\nChi Ndika is the founder of Luv Fats Ice Cream\, a beloved Austin-based brand rooted in creativity\, culture\, and joy. Her work reflects the intersection of flavor\, storytelling\, and community—using food as a way to build connection and celebrate Black creativity. \nVirginia Baldwin \nFounder & Owner\, Homestead Gristmill\nVirginia Baldwin is the founder of Homestead Gristmill\, a Black-owned stone mill focused on heritage grains and sustainable food systems. Her work reconnects food to land\, history\, and ancestral practices\, emphasizing intentional sourcing and cultural continuity. \nDonnie Johnson Sackey \nAssociate Professor & Associate Chair of Rhetoric and Writing\, The University of Texas at Austin\nDonnie Johnson Sackey is a scholar whose work examines Black cultural expression\, place-making\, and community narratives. His research and teaching explore how storytelling\, memory\, and cultural labor shape public life and shared spaces.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/holding-space-through-food-black-stories-from-soil-to-stove/
LOCATION:Austin Central Library\, 710 W. César Chávez St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260204T204239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T204239Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk: RIP Austin Matchbook Memorial & Feasts in the Absurd
DESCRIPTION:Hear from artists Ashley Rose Marino and Lin Zagorski Latimer as they share the inspiration behind their exhibitions RIP Austin Matchbook Memorial and Feasts in the Absurd. Learn how nostalgia\, storytelling\, and visual play intersect in their work\, transforming memories\, objects\, and everyday experiences into thought-provoking art. \nLearn more about these exhibits at the Julia C. Butridge Gallery webpage.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/artist-talk-rip-austin-matchbook-memorial-feasts-in-the-absurd/
LOCATION:Dougherty Arts Center\, 1110 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260205T003028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T003028Z
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SUMMARY:Trees For Texans: Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Native trees are a key piece of our community and the Trail ecosystem\, and you can help us plant them! The Trail Conservancy has partnered with H-E-B and Texan by Nature for a Trees for Texans community tree-planting. Can we count you in? You can sign up to volunteer here. \nEvent Details:  \n\nMeeting Location: Holly Trailhead – Please look for an orange TTC flag.\nParking Information: Free parking south of the Camacho Community Center (Google Maps Link)\nWhat to bring and wear : We’ll provide gloves and tools—you need to come prepared with:\n\nClosed-Toed Shoes\nLong Pants\nSun Protection\nFilled Water Bottle\n\n\n\nIf you cannot attend the event\, please cancel your registration. (How to) \nAbout Trees for Texans – For Communities \nH-E-B Trees for Texans enriches the places we call home by planting trees that create healthier environments for schools\, communities\, and our future. The Trail Conservancy has partnered with H-E-B and Texan by Nature to plant native trees that support the Trail’s ecosystem.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/trees-for-texans-volunteer-event/
LOCATION:Holly Shores Trail Overlook\, 61 Pedernales St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260218T182011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T182011Z
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SUMMARY:Landscape Maintenance To Save Water Year-Round!
DESCRIPTION:Learn from Austin Water experts on how to keep your yard thriving while saving water throughout the year. Plus\, learn all about our rebates and how to apply to get money back for water-saving activities!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/landscape-maintenance-to-save-water-year-round/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260226T000823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T000823Z
UID:55682-1772269200-1772276400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Shoal Creek Wildlife Tour with Austin Wildlife Rescue
DESCRIPTION:Join Shoal Creek Conservancy and Austin Wildlife Rescue on February 28th from 9:00 – 11:00 am for a Shoal Creek Wildlife Tour in Seiders Springs Park! We’ll enjoy spotting the critters that call Shoal Creek home\, learn more about Austin’s urban wildlife\, and learn what to do if you find an animal in need of help.\n\n\nInterested? Please register here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shoal-creek-wildlife-tour-with-austin-wildlife-rescue/
LOCATION:Seiders Springs Park\, 1408 W 38th Street\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T100000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260212T194121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T194121Z
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SUMMARY:Don Baylor Neighborhood Park Renaming And Historical Marker Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Renaming Ceremony and Historical Marker Unveiling for Don Baylor Neighborhood Park! \nLast year\, my team and I led the city council in adopting an ordinance renaming Westenfield Neighborhood Park after the late Don Baylor\, a Clarksville native who overcame segregation to become a baseball legend. Join us for a ceremonial unveiling of the park’s new historical marker! A reception at Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church will follow. \n\nDon Baylor (1949–2017) grew up in Clarksville\, a historic Texas Freedom Community near this park. Despite segregation preventing him from playing in the park as a child\, Baylor broke barriers throughout his life. He was among the first Black students to integrate O. Henry Middle School and later attended Austin High School. Drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in 1967\, Baylor became one of the first African American players signed directly out of high school in Texas. His Major League Baseball career spanned 19 seasons\, earning him the American League’s Most Valuable Player award in 1979 and a World Series championship in 1987. Baylor later managed the Colorado Rockies and Chicago Cubs\, earning Manager of the Year honors in 1995. \nBeyond the field\, Baylor was a tireless advocate for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and a lifelong member of Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church. His induction into multiple sports halls of fame and burial at the Texas State Cemetery reflect his enduring impact on Texas and the nation. \nFunding for the interpretive marker came from District 10\, Austin Parks Foundation\, and the Baylor family.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/don-baylor-neighborhood-park-renaming-and-historical-marker-unveiling/
LOCATION:Don Baylor Neighborhood Park\, 2001 Bridle Path\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting,Outdoor/Fitness,Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260226T000022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T000022Z
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SUMMARY:Lives Remembered: Black History in Pease Park
DESCRIPTION:The site of today’s Pease District Park was part of the 365-acre Woodlawn homestead owned by former Texas Governor E. M. Pease and his wife\, Lucadia. Although Governor Pease supported the Union during the Civil War\, research has found that at least 37 individuals were directly enslaved or leased as enslaved labor by the Pease family. This tour recognizes and shares some of the stories of a few of these people. \nYou can register to attend here. \nWHAT TO EXPECT:\nThis tour will include about 1.5 miles of walking and learning about this history from our tour guides\, Donovan and Julia. If you have concerns about this walk\, please contact us at info@peasepark.org for assistance.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/lives-remembered-black-history-in-pease-park/
LOCATION:Kingsbury Commons at Pease Park\, 1100 Kingsbury Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260107T211643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T204641Z
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SUMMARY:Gathering of Growers: Tree Planting at St. John Faith Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:*Please note – due to the weather\, this event has been postponed from Jan. 24th to Feb. 28th* \nJoin us for the first Gathering of Growers of 2026 — a community tree planting workshop at the beautiful St. John Faith Community Garden! \nWe’re partnering with TreeFolks to expand the garden’s young orchard and plant 30 new fruit trees that will nourish this space for years to come. Together\, we’ll learn how to select healthy trees\, prepare soil\, and plant for long-term success\, blending hands-on learning with shared stewardship of the orchard. \nWhether you’re a seasoned grower or brand new to planting\, this event is for you. Come ready to get your hands in the soil\, learn\, and connect with fellow growers and tree experts from across Austin. \n☕ Snacks and hot beverages provided No experience necessary — all ages welcome!️ Spanish interpretation available Free and open to the public \nRSVP here to secure your spot and help us root the year in growth and community care! \n  \nNote: Bathrooms will not be available on site but are accessible at the Virginia Brown Rec Center across the street at 7500 Blessing Ave.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/gathering-of-growers-tree-planting-at-st-john-faith-community-garden/
LOCATION:St. John Faith Community Garden\, 7501 Blessing Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260219T173419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T173419Z
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SUMMARY:NeighborWoods Tree Adoption
DESCRIPTION:Join TreeFolks for a Tree Adoption event. Free five-gallon container trees will be distributed to Austin residents and Austin Energy customers through our NeighborWoods program. \nWe will be at the H-E-B TechRidge @ Parmer/IH-35 (500 W Canyon Ridge Dr\, Austin\, TX 78753) on Saturday\, February 28. No pre-registration is required – just come on by! \nTrees are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Limit 2 per household (maximum 1 fruit or small-stature tree). Please consult Right Tree\, Right Place guidelines to ensure you have space to plant. \nThe TreeFolks NeighborWoods program is a partnership with the City of Austin and Austin Energy.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/neighborwoods-tree-adoption-24/
LOCATION:H-E-B TechRidge\, 500 Canyon Ridge Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260212T172730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T172730Z
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SUMMARY:Bond 2026 Open House
DESCRIPTION:Austin continues to face significant infrastructure challenges\, including aging facilities\, growing service demands\, and affordability pressures. \nThe 2026 Bond Program is being developed to address these needs through thoughtful investments that make the most of public dollars and deliver meaningful benefits across the city. \nCommunity input is essential to this process. Your perspective helps ensure the proposed investments reflect Austin’s priorities and guide the recommendations that will be brought forward to City Council and the Mayor. \nYou are invited to participate in a series of open house meetings to learn more about the proposed bond projects and share your feedback. These conversations will help inform final recommendations and ensure the bond package reflects the needs of Austin’s diverse communities. \nBelow are several dates and locations available for participation: \n\nTuesday\, Feb. 17 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Montopolis Recreation Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 21 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.): Northwest Recreation Center\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.): Virtual meeting\nWednesday\, Feb. 25 (4 p.m.-8 p.m.): Permitting & Development Center\nSaturday\, Feb. 28 (11 a.m.-3 p.m.): Conley-Guerrero Senior Center\n\n  \nShare your thoughts on the bond projects the City should consider. RSVP to attend here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/bond-2026-open-house-5/
LOCATION:Conley-Guerrero Senior Activity Center\, 808 Nile Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260225T232838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T232838Z
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we honor Black artists\, culture\, and creativity right here in Austin. \nArt in ATX is a community-powered market centering Black-owned businesses\, makers\, and creatives — and your presence helps amplify that work in real\, tangible ways. \n✨ What to expect: \n Live DJs — Daytona Danny & Cut3\n Local artists & makers with incredible\, original work\n Donation-based button-making station\n️ Great shopping + meaningful community connection \nCome celebrate. Come support. Come meet the artists. \n RSVP here so we can plan accordingly and continue building intentional space for culture. \nWhen you show up\, it matters.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/black-history-month-market/
LOCATION:Riches Art Gallery\, 2511 E 6th St.\, Unit A\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T071236
CREATED:20260218T191531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T191531Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual - Kennel Dig Guard Stakeholder Engagement
DESCRIPTION:On August 28\, 2025\, the Austin City Council passed Resolution 20250828-096. This resolution aims to improve the safety and welfare of animals at dog boarding facilities. \nAustin Development Services invites community members to share their feedback and discuss potential updates to the City Code for dog boarding facilities. The updates currently proposed would require safety features\, such as dig guards\, in new boarding facilities to help prevent dogs from escaping safe enclosures. The goal is to keep dogs safe\, protect the public\, and support responsible pet care. Your feedback will be considered in crafting our recommendations to Council. \nRSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/virtual-kennel-dig-guard-stakeholder-engagement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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