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SUMMARY:Two-Step Night
DESCRIPTION:**Because of the weather\, Two-Step Night was postponed from May 23rd to Saturday\, June 27. ** \nY’all come on out for a boot-scootin’ good time at Waterloo Park! Get ready for an evening of 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-time dancer\, all are invited to enjoy twirling the night away at Waterloo Park! \nThis event is made possible at no cost to the community thanks to our generous sponsors! 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/two-step-night-3/
LOCATION:Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Greenway\, 1401 Trinity St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness
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SUMMARY:Poetry for the People
DESCRIPTION:Join The Trail Conservancy and TEMPO on the Trail artist\, Vy Ngo\, for a poetry reading celebrating our nation’s upcoming 250th birthday and connecting our diverse community in nature. \nThis is a free\, family-friendly public event at Auditorium Shores at the “All Boats Bloom” art installation site. The community event will showcase works from local Austin poets\, free coffee\, “Voting” sign artwork from local artist Angry Cloud\, and voter registration from the League of Women Voters of the Austin area.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/poetry-for-the-people/
LOCATION:Auditorium Shores 920 E Riverside Dr\, Austin\, TX 78704\, Auditorium Shores 920 E Riverside Dr\, Austin\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T120000
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SUMMARY:Art in Public Places Open Call: Virtual Open Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Art in Public Places staff is available for Virtual Open Office Hours (VOOH) every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. throughout the application period to answer questions about the projects\, eligibility requirements\, and application process. \nLearn more about the current open call opportunities here. \nNo appointment necessary. Artists may join at any time during the session for one-on-one assistance and guidance on a first come\, first serve basis. \nVirtual assistance is on Zoom: Office Hours Link
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/art-in-public-places-open-call-virtual-open-office-hours/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T204500
DTSTAMP:20260528T151544Z
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SUMMARY:This Land Is Your Land: A Conversation With Beverly Gage
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us on Tuesday\, June 30\, for a conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Beverly Gage on her recent book This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip Through U.S. History. First Light Books co-founder Taylor Bruce will moderate the conversation. \nThis evening is hosted in partnership with First Light Books and the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History at The University of Texas at Austin and will be part of the LBJ Presidential Library’s series celebrating the new exhibit The American Experiment. \n6:00-6:30 p.m.  Arrivals + The American Experiment exhibit access + book sales\n6:30-7:45 p.m.  Conversation with Beverly Gage\, moderated by Taylor Bruce\n7:45-8:45 p.m.  Reception + book sales and signing + The American Experiment exhibit access\nAbout the book \nRide along with Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Beverly Gage as she travels the country to see the museums\, historic sites\, roadside attractions\, reenactments\, and souvenir shops where Americans learn—and fight—about our history. From the birth of the nation in Philadelphia to Disneyland and the California dream\, This Land Is Your Land offers a guided tour of thirteen places and thirteen key moments that define America’s greatest successes and challenges. \nThe year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, a document that proclaimed the liberty and equality of all human beings\, but produced a country that often failed to agree upon—or live up to—those ideals. This Land Is Your Land is for everyone who wants to find that history—to experience it and confront it\, to celebrate it and condemn it—in the places where it happened. \nGage shows that Americans can face their past and still love their country. Toss the book in the back seat—or listen on audio with the windows down—and join the journey. \nBook sales and signing\nThe Store at LBJ will be selling copies of This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip Through U.S. History onsite from 6:00-6:30 p.m. and again following the program. Beverly Gage will be signing copies of the book following the program. \nBy purchasing through the Store at LBJ\, you support a local cultural institution. All proceeds from sales support our programming\, exhibits\, and educational initiatives at the LBJ Presidential Library. \nAbout the speakers \nBeverly Gage teaches American history at Yale. Her book G-Man: J. Edgar Hoover and the Making of the American Century received the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Biography\, the Bancroft Prize in American History\, the National Book Critics Circle Award for Biography\, and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize in Biography. She is also the author of The Day Wall Street Exploded: A Story of America in its First Age of Terror\, and writes for numerous journals and magazines\, including The New Yorker\, The New York Times\, and The Washington Post. \nTaylor Bruce is a writer\, editor\, entrepreneur\, and bookshop owner based in Austin\, Texas. He’s spent the past quarter-century exploring the boundaries of storytelling and place via media\, publishing\, brand content\, and brick-and-mortar business. After a career in magazine journalism\, Taylor created and launched the indie publishing brand Wildsam in 2012. The series of field guides reimagined the travel genre with deep literary soul and classic design. Wildsam built a cult following behind the brand’s comprehensive point of view\, its evocative voice\, and a who’s-who lineup of cultural contributors. Wildsam published over 65 guides\, selling over 1 million copies across 2\,000 shops\, hotels\, museums\, and national retailers. In 2022\, Taylor sold Wildsam to the Fortune 500 company Camping World\, where he led all media and publishing until 2025. Taylor has worked closely with 100+ emerging and iconic brands across adventure\, fashion\, hospitality\, auto\, and technology\, to craft strategic connections to place. He serves as an advisor to Faherty Brand and is the co-founder of a bookshop-cafe concept called First Light.\nAbout The American Experiment exhibit \nThrough an exceptional partnership with the National Archives and Records Administration and the Briscoe Center for American History\, the LBJ Presidential Library will showcase extraordinary original documents that have shaped the course of American history. Across four rotating exhibitions on display May 30 through January 10\, visitors will encounter defining moments—from the Brown v. Board of Education decision and the Fourteenth Amendment to the Louisiana Purchase and the Wright Brothers’ Flying Machine Patent. \nDocuments on display on the evening of June 30th will include President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Day of Infamy Speech\, the treasury warrant for the purchase of Alaska\, deed of gift for the Statue of Liberty\, the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo\, the Alien Enemies Act of 1798\, and President Woodrow Wilson’s April 2\, 1917 joint address to Congress leading to a declaration of war against Germany\, among others. \nThe American Experiment initiative pairs these iconic artifacts with dynamic public programs featuring leading historians\, authors\, and thought leaders. Together\, we hope to explore how the American story has unfolded over 250 years—and where it may go next.\nLocation and parking \nThe conversation will be hosted in the 10th floor Atrium of the LBJ Presidential Library. Free parking will be available at the LBJ Library visitors’ lot located at 2313 Red River Street.\nRegistration \nAdvance registration is requested as space is limited. Please register here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/this-land-is-your-land-a-conversation-with-beverly-gage/
LOCATION:LBJ Presidential Library\, 2313 Red River St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker,Networking
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SUMMARY:Paws to the Polls: The Great Austin Pet Election
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to cast your ballot for Pet Mayor of Austin! Come to our all-ages block party featuring games\, food\, and hands-on voting practice! \n\n\n\nPaws to the Polls: The Great Austin Pet Election is coming to a neighborhood near you! \nResearch the candidates using special editions of our nonpartisan Voters Guide and our online resource VOTE411. Vote for your candidate of your choice using actual voting machines provided by the Travis County Clerk’s office. \nIn addition to voter registration and information\, we’ll also have popcorn\, kids’ activities\, and an opportunity to take a pic with your candidate’s cut-out. \nThis event is brought to you by the League of Women Voters of the Austin Area and the Travis County Clerk’s Office. These block parties will be held throughout the summer in different locations around Austin and Travis County. Keep an eye on lwvaustin.org/PAWS for a venue near you!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/paws-to-the-polls-the-great-austin-pet-election-2/
LOCATION:Travis County Community Center – Manor\, 600 W. Carrie Manor St\, Austin\, TX\, 78653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223631Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T223631Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Evenings At The LBJ Library
DESCRIPTION:From May 27 through September 2\, the LBJ Library will stay open until 9 PM every Wednesday (last visitor admitted at 8 PM)\, giving you extra time to explore history after hours. Explore immersive exhibits\, uncover iconic moments from American history\, and see the museum in a whole new light\, including: \n\n\nThe American Experiment: Pursuing Our Promise\n\n\nWhat We Bring To The Table: Tales of History and Home\n\n\nAustin Past & Present: Through the Lens of Jay Godwin\n\n\nRefreshed Permanent Exhibit\n\n\n\nEven better\, on June 17\, July 15\, and August 12\, beginning at 5 PM\, local visitors can enjoy a special discounted admission rate. Adults living in zip codes beginning with 787\, 786\, or 789 can receive $12 admission by showing a Texas-issued driver’s license or ID with a matching address.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/summer-evenings-at-the-lbj-library/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:LBJ Presidential Library\, 2313 Red River St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T192334Z
CREATED:20260625T192227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T192334Z
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SUMMARY:Plant The Seeds Of Austin's Future: Budget Season Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us in planting the seeds of Austin’s future! Together\, the Community Investment Budget Coalition and the Coalition for Budget Accountability are holding a community event to launch this budget season. You’ll hear from coalition members such as Austin Justice Coalition\, SAFE\, No ALPRs\, and more. We’ll share the Council budget work session schedule\, tools for budget advocacy\, how to get involved\, and what’s at stake this budget cycle.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/plant-the-seeds-of-austins-future-budget-season-launch-party/
LOCATION:Austin Area Urban League\, 8011A Cameron Road #building a-100\, Austin\, TX\, 78754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T193658Z
CREATED:20260625T193636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T193658Z
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SUMMARY:Just Transition Workshop: What Should The Future Look Like?
DESCRIPTION:Are you a person of color between the ages of 15-30? \nJoin youth leaders\, organizers\, artists\, educators\, and community members for a participatory workshop exploring the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of Austin. Together\, we’ll share stories\, map local environmental and social issues\, imagine community-led solutions\, and help build a youth vision for a Just Transition in Central Texas and the Gulf South. \nAustin is changing rapidly. Rising housing costs\, displacement\, extreme heat\, flooding\, environmental pollution\, transportation barriers\, food insecurity\, and unequal access to resources continue to impact many communities\, especially Black\, Brown\, Indigenous\, immigrant\, and working-class neighborhoods. At the same time\, communities across Austin are organizing\, creating solutions\, and building alternatives rooted in care\, resilience\, and justice. \nWhether you’re concerned about climate change\, housing\, public health\, environmental justice\, cultural preservation\, transportation\, education\, or the future of your neighborhood\, your voice and lived experience matter. \nRSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/just-transition-workshop-what-should-the-future-look-like/
LOCATION:Montopolis Recreation Center\, 1200 Montopolis Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T123000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer With Austin Resource Recovery For A Fourth of July Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer with Keep Austin Beautiful and Austin Resource Recovery! \nCleanup supplies will be provided on-site. If you prefer you may bring your own gloves. \nWhen picking up litter\, Keep Austin Beautiful recommends participants do so responsibly and at their comfort level. \nIn the past\, the annual Fourth of July celebration at Auditorium Shores has generated a lot of trash\, recycled\, and compostable material. The event is expected to bring over 40\,000 attendees. In an effort to divert the material out of the local landfill\, Austin Resource Recovery is seeking volunteers to help attendees dispose material in the correct bin and manage the event collection stations. The event is scheduled for Saturday\, July 4th.  \nYou can sign up to volunteer here.\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, July 4th\nTime: 10:00AM-12:30PM\nWhat to bring: A FULL bottle of water and sunscreen are strongly recommended \nYouth Volunteers: All volunteers under the age of 18 must be registered by a parent or legal guardian. A parent or legal guardian must register and attend with the youth volunteer. Independent registrations submitted by minors are not permitted. \nPet Policy: For safety and liability reasons\, pets are not permitted at volunteer events. Service animals are welcome.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/volunteer-with-austin-resource-recovery-for-a-fourth-of-july-celebration/
LOCATION:Auditorium Shores\, 900 W. Riverside Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T150000
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SUMMARY:Fourth Of July Fun
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some family fun on Saturday\, July 4 as we commemorate 250 years of American independence! \nFrom 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.\, we will be serving cupcakes and making crafts with kids. From 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. we will also have caricature artists on hand for free caricatures. \nAdmission is free all day. No registration necessary. Wear your red\, white\, and blue\, and come celebrate with us!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/fourth-of-july-fun/
LOCATION:LBJ Presidential Library\, 2313 Red River St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223632Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T223632Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Evenings At The LBJ Library
DESCRIPTION:From May 27 through September 2\, the LBJ Library will stay open until 9 PM every Wednesday (last visitor admitted at 8 PM)\, giving you extra time to explore history after hours. Explore immersive exhibits\, uncover iconic moments from American history\, and see the museum in a whole new light\, including: \n\n\nThe American Experiment: Pursuing Our Promise\n\n\nWhat We Bring To The Table: Tales of History and Home\n\n\nAustin Past & Present: Through the Lens of Jay Godwin\n\n\nRefreshed Permanent Exhibit\n\n\n\nEven better\, on June 17\, July 15\, and August 12\, beginning at 5 PM\, local visitors can enjoy a special discounted admission rate. Adults living in zip codes beginning with 787\, 786\, or 789 can receive $12 admission by showing a Texas-issued driver’s license or ID with a matching address.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/summer-evenings-at-the-lbj-library/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:LBJ Presidential Library\, 2313 Red River St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T110000
DTSTAMP:20260609T211404Z
CREATED:20260609T211404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T211404Z
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SUMMARY:Know Your Rights: Immigration Policy Updates Webinar - Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Equity and Inclusion for free virtual Know Your Rights webinars. Learn about your rights and recent updates on various topics related to immigration policy.   \nDates & Topics:   \n\nJune 11: Senate Bill 4 (SB4) | 6:00 p.m. \n\n\nJuly 9: Small Business | 11:00 a.m. \n\n\nAugust 11: Education | 6:00 p.m. \n\n\nSeptember 24: Refugees’ Rights | 6:00 p.m. \n\n\nOctober 13: General | 6:00 p.m.\n\n\nNovember 17: Housing | 6:00 p.m. \n \n\nJoin the webinar: austintexas.gov/immigrantaffairs\nPasscode: KYR2026
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/know-your-rights-immigration-policy-updates-webinar-small-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T110000
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SUMMARY:Kayak Trash Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Hit the water for a trash cleanup on Lady Bird Lake! Austin Rowing Club is hosting a Community Trail Cleanup with The Trail Conservancy!   \nYou can sign up to volunteer here. \nVolunteers ARE REQUIRED to fill out ARC’s SmartWaiver prior to the event. \nEvent Details: \n\nMeeting Information: Austin Rowing Club\nParking Options:\n\nMexican American Cultural Center Parking Lot – $2 per Hour \nStreet Parking along East Avenue – Free before 11 AM\nLAZ Parking on Rainey Street\n\n\nWhat to bring and wear:\n\nWater Appropriate Clothing – If you plan to be on a Kayak or SUP board\nClosed-toe shoes\nSun protection\nFilled water bottle\nTTC will provide tools\, gloves\, and materials
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/kayak-trash-cleanup-3/
LOCATION:Austin Rowing Club\, 74 Trinity Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Paws to the Polls: The Great Austin Pet Election
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to cast your ballot for Pet Mayor of Austin! Come to our all-ages block party featuring games\, food\, and hands-on voting practice! \n\n\n\nGet warmed up for the November election — Paws to the Polls: The Great Austin Pet Election is coming to a neighborhood near you! \nFeaturing a rowdy candidate debate/stump speeches\, voting on the Travis County Clerk’s Office actual voting machines\, a mock Voters Guide\, popcorn\, Kona Ice snow cones\, kids’ activities\, face painting\, voter registration and information\, and an opportunity to take a pic with your candidate’s cut-out. \nThis event is brought to you by the League of Women Voters of the Austin Area and the Travis County Clerk’s Office. These block parties will be held throughout the summer in different locations around Austin and Travis County. Keep an eye on lwvaustin.org/PAWS for a venue near you!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/paws-to-the-polls-the-great-austin-pet-election-3/
LOCATION:Travis County Community Center at Oak Hill\, 8656 W. Hwy. 71\, Austin\, TX\, 78735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T110000
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SUMMARY:Forest Restoration on the Vireo Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us to restore forest habitat on the Vireo Preserve\, part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (BCP)\, which is home to rare and endangered plants and animals. Tasks vary and\, depending on the workday and season\, may include watering\, planting\, seeding\, removing invasives\, mulching\, and building soil. \nThis workday will involve walking over uneven surfaces\, using digging tools\, and carrying watering cans or other materials. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring drinking water and work gloves\, if you have a pair (we’ll have extras). \nDue to the tasks\, nature of the terrain\, and lack of amenities\, these workdays are generally best suited to older youth and adults. There is no running water on site\, and pets and smoking are not permitted. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian. \nYou can register to volunteer here. \nLocated on Loop 360 near FM 2244: bit.ly/vireoBCP. Learn more about the BCP at austintexas.gov/BCPstory.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/forest-restoration-on-the-vireo-preserve/
LOCATION:Vireo Preserve\, 1107 N Capital of Texas Hwy\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T153000
DTSTAMP:20260528T141417Z
CREATED:20260528T141255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T141417Z
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SUMMARY:Zero Waste Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about composting at the Zero Waste Resource Fair\, hosted by Austin Resource Recovery! \nResidents of apartments\, condos and other multifamily communities can pick up a free kitchen compost collector while supplies last. Plus snacks\, sustainability resources and more. \nLearn more about zero waste in multifamily communities here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/zero-waste-resource-fair-4/
LOCATION:Montopolis Recreation Center\, 1200 Montopolis Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T174900Z
CREATED:20260625T174900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T174900Z
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SUMMARY:I Am Parks and Recreation Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:“I Am Parks and Recreation” is a special photo exhibit celebrating the people who make Austin’s parks\, programs\, and public spaces thrive. Through on‑location portraits and personal reflections\, the exhibit offers an intimate look at the everyday work\, dedication\, and care that often goes unseen but is felt throughout the community. \nPro‑bono photographer Monica Liang‑Aguirre captures portraits and personal quotes from 14 Austin Parks and Recreation employees. Representing roles across aquatics\, forestry\, golf\, maintenance\, natural resources\, community recreation\, senior programs\, and therapeutic recreation\, these individuals offer a rare look at the expertise and dedication at Austin Parks and Recreation. \nVisitors will discover the stories behind the people who maintain trails and historic buildings\, lead youth and senior programs\, protect natural spaces\, keep facilities safe\, teach new skills\, and create inclusive environments where all Austinites can belong. Together\, these portraits highlight the human side of Parks and Recreation—one built on stewardship\, connection\, and a shared belief that parks are truly for everyone. \n“I Am Parks and Recreation” is free and open to the public in the City Hall Atrium\, July 13–24\, Monday–Friday\, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/i-am-parks-and-recreation-exhibit/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. 2nd St. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T153000
DTSTAMP:20260708T172912Z
CREATED:20260708T172912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T172912Z
UID:56521-1783951200-1783956600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Austin Live Music Fund Workshop (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music\, and Entertainment (ACME) for a workshop session on the FY27 Austin Live Music Fund. This session will provide an overview of the FY27 Austin Live Music Fund guidelines and walk you through the application process. \nWhether you’re a professional musician\, independent promoter or live music venue\, this is your chance to learn how ACME grant programs can support your work—and how to apply successfully. \nThe FY27 Austin Live Music Fund is accepting applications from July 7 – August 18th\, 2026. There will be $6 million available in funding. The Austin Live Music Fund encourages\, promotes\, improves\, and showcases Austin’s diverse music industry through supporting a wide array of activities marketed to visiting and potential tourists\, including live and online events open to the public; studio\, video\, and merchandise production; promotional tours outside of Austin; broadcasting; and marketing and promotional campaigns.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-live-music-fund-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:Stubb’s Liberty Lunch\, 800 Red River\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T175241Z
CREATED:20260625T175241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T175241Z
UID:56451-1784052000-1784057400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Zero Waste Block Leader Orientation (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Register for an upcoming orientation! Orientations introduce Austin Resource Recovery programs and services\, provide an overview of the Zero Waste Block Leader program and resources\, explain volunteer expectations and help participants connect with the Zero Waste Block Leader network. \nRegister for the virtual orientation here. \nZero Waste Block Leaders (ZWBLs) are engaged community members who are passionate about sustainability and zero waste. They offer their time and knowledge to their friends\, families and neighbors. They share information about recycling\, composting\, repurposing and repairing. \nAs a Zero Waste Block Leader\, you will play an important role in getting Austin to zero waste by 2040. You will have direct access to Austin Resource Recovery staff and informational materials.  With the best and most accurate information\, you will do what you are probably already doing: engage with your communities on the topic of zero waste. As a ZWBL\, you will teach\, encourage and empower.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/zero-waste-block-leader-orientation-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T193000
DTSTAMP:20260708T173233Z
CREATED:20260708T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T173233Z
UID:56525-1784052000-1784057400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Elevate Grant Workshop (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music\, and Entertainment (ACME) for a workshop session on the FY27 Elevate Grant. This session will provide an overview of the FY27 Elevate Grant guidelines and walk you through the application process. \nWhether you’re an artist\, arts group\, or professional musician\, this is your chance to learn how ACME grant programs can support your work—and how to apply successfully. \nAustin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment’s Elevate program invests in cultural organizations\, groups\, and individual artists that create vibrant\, publicly accessible artistic experiences. This program sustains and strengthens Austin’s creative ecosystem by supporting the production\, operations\, and administration of culturally rich programming for both residents\, visitors\, and tourists. \nThe FY27 Elevate Grant is accepting applications from July 7 – August 18th\, 2026. There will be $ 11 million available in funding.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/elevate-grant-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:Radio East\, 3504 Montopolis Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T200000
DTSTAMP:20260602T191324Z
CREATED:20260602T191324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T191324Z
UID:56342-1784053800-1784059200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:AARC: Preserving Y(our) Stories: How to Start and Preserve Your Archive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Asian American Resource Center and Austin History Center on Tuesday\, July 14 from 6:30 to 8pm for a fun and interactive session on how to kickstart your archiving practice and keep your archives safe for years to come. This session is perfect for beginners and anyone excited to preserve their unique stories and personal history – whether through old photos\, letters\, or digital memories. Participants will receive a free family archival kit (first-come\, first-served; while supplies last). This event is family-friendly\, free\, and open to the public.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/aarc-preserving-your-stories-how-to-start-and-preserve-your-archive/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T223632Z
CREATED:20260513T223513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T223632Z
UID:56255-1784134800-1784149200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Summer Evenings At The LBJ Library
DESCRIPTION:From May 27 through September 2\, the LBJ Library will stay open until 9 PM every Wednesday (last visitor admitted at 8 PM)\, giving you extra time to explore history after hours. Explore immersive exhibits\, uncover iconic moments from American history\, and see the museum in a whole new light\, including: \n\n\nThe American Experiment: Pursuing Our Promise\n\n\nWhat We Bring To The Table: Tales of History and Home\n\n\nAustin Past & Present: Through the Lens of Jay Godwin\n\n\nRefreshed Permanent Exhibit\n\n\n\nEven better\, on June 17\, July 15\, and August 12\, beginning at 5 PM\, local visitors can enjoy a special discounted admission rate. Adults living in zip codes beginning with 787\, 786\, or 789 can receive $12 admission by showing a Texas-issued driver’s license or ID with a matching address.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/summer-evenings-at-the-lbj-library/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:LBJ Presidential Library\, 2313 Red River St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T172831Z
CREATED:20260625T172831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T172831Z
UID:56435-1784136600-1784143800@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:BRAVE Communities Connections: Money\, Mind\, & Movement
DESCRIPTION:Join BRAVE Communities for an engaging intergenerational community gathering that explores the powerful connection between financial well-being\, mental health\, and economic mobility. This event brings together subject matter experts for a dynamic panel discussion\, followed by a community movement activity designed to reduce stress\, build connection\, and celebrate collective joy. \nIn a time marked by division\, rapid technological change\, economic uncertainty\, and growing mental health challenges\, this community experience invites neighbors\, youth\, elders\, creatives\, professionals\, and leaders to slow down\, lean in\, and listen…together. \nThe panel discussion will include the following topics along with audience questions: \n\nHow financial stress impacts mental health and overall well-being\nOvercoming shame and barriers to seeking financial support\nAccess to resources and pathways to economic mobility\nAvoiding financial fraud and scams\, particularly in the age of technology and AI\nPractical strategies for budgeting\, managing debt\, building savings\, and creating generational wealth\n\nWe will also two youth-organized groups share their digital projects on mental health and economic mobility. \nEvent Details \n📅 Date: Wednesday\, July 15\, 2026\n📍 Location: Carver Branch Library\, 1161 Angelina St.\, Austin\, TX 78702\n🕑 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM CT\n🗣️ Community Panel on Financial & Mental Health Wellness in the AI Era\n💃🏿 K-Pop Dance De-Stressor Session\n🤝 Networking & Community Connection \n✨Special Announcement: During this gathering\, we will also share and launch an exciting new youth-led initiative designed to empower young people across Central Texas to be creative\, courageous\, and be the change for civic engagement. \n🎟️ This is a FREE community event. If you’re able\, please consider making a donation to help cover event costs\, refreshments\, and sustain BRAVE’s youth-led initiatives. Pay what you can – all are welcome. \nCarver Branch Library is ADA accessible and walking distance to CapMetro bus stops #2 & #5.  Please contact us for any translation and interpretation needs. \nInterested in Volunteering at this event? Volunteer hours available for approval.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/brave-communities-connections-money-mind-movement/
LOCATION:Carver Branch\, Austin Public Library\, 1161 Angelina Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Lecture/Guest Speaker,Music,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T183000
DTSTAMP:20260708T182040Z
CREATED:20260708T182040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T182040Z
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club July Meeting: Keep The Power On!
DESCRIPTION:Join us July 15th for our July general meeting at the Mosaic Workshop to socialize with like-minded Austin neighbors and hear a talk about energy issues in Texas from Shane Johnson of the Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter. \nDoors open at 6:30 for light snacks and conversation. Club updates and program starts at 7pm. We hope you’ll join us.\nMany Sierrans and environmental allies are motivated to help stop or slow climate change. For the past several years\, in order to help broaden the base of everyday Texans who are engaged in that critical climate justice work\, the Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter has prioritized campaigns that address energy burden\, energy poverty\, and economic justice; all issues exacerbated by the rapidly warming climate. \nTexans are struggling with skyrocketing energy bills\, on top of rising cost of living\, thanks largely to the data center boom and how Gov. Abbott and many state leaders allow energy companies to keep raising our bills to make more profit off of our backs. We are all tired of Texans having to choose between groceries\, medicine\, clothing for their kids\, and a safe thermostat setting. But we need your help to make a difference. \nTo help regular Texans\, we need enough everyday people coming together to have the influence to combat these powerful companies and the ultra-wealthy who own many (but not all ) Texas lawmakers. Join us on Wed\, July 15th to learn what major decisions on energy issues are coming up at state agencies and the legislature\, like whether the people or corporations pay for majorly expensive new transmission infrastructure\, and what you can do about it. \nFor the General Meeting please RSVP HERE for in-person attendance! \nWhere: The Mosaic Workshop\, 729 Airport Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78702. Parking map here. Park in the Mosaic Workshop spots or those at the City Union building. (Please avoid spots designated for Broad Studios Club House). \nWhen: Wednesday July 15. Arrive at 6:30pm for light snacks and conversation. Program starts at 7pm.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sierra-club-july-meeting-keep-the-power-on/
LOCATION:The Mosaic Workshop\, 729 Airport Boulevard\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260715T215816Z
CREATED:20260715T215816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T215816Z
UID:56641-1784223000-1784230200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:City of Austin Budget Town Hall: District 4
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Pro Tem José “Chito” Vela and the District 4 office invite you to attend our 2026 Budget Town Hall! For questions or concerns\, contact the District 4 office at 512-978-2104 or district4@austintexas.gov. \nThursday\, July 16 \nDoors & Food\, 5:30 PM | Presentation and Q&A\, 6:00 – 7:30 PM \nVirginia L. Brown Rec Center\, 7500 Blessing Ave \nLight bites\, drinks\, and interpretation services provided \nRSVP to let us know you’re coming and help us order the right amount of food. \n  \n\nDon’t know which Council district you live in? You can look it up here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/city-of-austin-budget-town-hall-district-4/
LOCATION:Virginia L. Brown Recreation Center\, 7500 Blessing Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260528T145941Z
CREATED:20260528T145941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T145941Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Education Series: Ready\, Set\, Restore!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, July 16\, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM for a free virtual class with two presenters from Austin’s Watershed Protection Department. Meghan Slocombe will discuss the impacts of urbanization on water cycle processes and stream ecology\, and provide an overview of WPD monitoring. Liz Cardinal will teach us about land management practices in Grow Zones and the positive impacts of community stewardship in Austin on riparian health.   We will examine how concepts of urban stream ecology apply to the work that volunteers do in the Ready\, Set\, Plant! program and discuss how WPD protects our community’s lives\, property\, and environment by reducing the impacts of flooding\, erosion\, and water pollution. \nMeghan Slocombe is an Environmental Scientist in the Applied Watershed Science section of the City of Austin Watershed Protection Department. Her work focuses on monitoring water quality and assessing stream health across Austin. Meghan holds a Master of Science in Ecology from Utah State University and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Meghan is passionate about community engagement\, climate resilience\, and science with real-world applications. She loves spending time in Austin’s beautiful streams\, whether she is out measuring water quality during the workday or enjoying a relaxing evening in her kayak! \nLiz Cardinal is a dedicated environmental stewardship professional with over eight years of experience working alongside nonprofit\, community\, and government organizations to drive positive change in parks and greenspaces. She currently manages the Grow Zone Program at Austin Watershed Protection. The program designates\, restores\, and protects over 260 acres of riparian zones in Austin watersheds. She works closely with nonprofit partners and citizen volunteers to help clean up creeks and waterways and carry out restoration projects like litter abatement\, invasive species removal and native planting.  She holds a B.S. in Environmental Communication from The Ohio State University\, and a M.S. in Science Education from Portland State University. \nThis training is free and open to anyone\, but you must register to attend. If you have any questions or concerns\, please contact Gillian: volunteer@treefolks.org\, (512) 761-8738 cell
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/summer-education-series-ready-set-restore/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T210000
DTSTAMP:20260708T182508Z
CREATED:20260708T182508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T182508Z
UID:56561-1784226600-1784235600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Public Safety Budget Talk Back: Power to the People's Priorities
DESCRIPTION:Join Avow Texas\, Equity Action\, Texas Civil Rights Project\, No ALPRs\, Hands Off Central Texas\, Austin Justice Coalition\, Grassroots Leadership\, Ground Game Texas\, and others for our “Public Safety Budget Talk Back: Power to the People’s Priorities.” During the party\, we’ll discuss the upcoming City of Austin Budget and how our city resources can best serve the people. We’ll play games\, envision our dream budget together\, center public safety and community care\, discuss our proposed Community Investment Budget\, and empower attendees to contact their city councilperson to advocate for community care\, not cops. \nCity leadership will be invited to hear input from the most impacted stakeholders in our city. \nLight food will be provided! You can RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/public-safety-budget-talk-back-power-to-the-peoples-priorities/
LOCATION:Lustre Pearl East\, 114 Linden St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T210835Z
CREATED:20260616T210835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T210835Z
UID:56411-1784368800-1784383200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Community Conversation: Help Make Austin Public Libraries More Accessible
DESCRIPTION:Austin Public Library invites community partners\, advocates\, caregivers\, organizations\, and residents to participate in an Accessibility Community Conversation. \nThis discussion will focus on the accessibility resources currently available in our libraries\, barriers community members may experience\, and opportunities to make library spaces\, services\, programs\, and customer interactions more inclusive and welcoming. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to share feedback and help shape both immediate and long-term improvements across the library system. RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/community-conversation-help-make-austin-public-libraries-more-accessible/
LOCATION:Carver Branch\, Austin Public Library\, 1161 Angelina Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T110000
DTSTAMP:20260708T185303Z
CREATED:20260708T185303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T185303Z
UID:56568-1784451600-1784458800@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration on the Vireo Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us to restore forest habitat on the Vireo Preserve\, part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (BCP)\, which is home to rare and endangered plants and animals. Tasks vary and\, depending on the workday and season\, may include watering\, planting\, seeding\, removing invasives\, mulching\, and building soil. \nThis workday will involve walking over uneven surfaces\, using digging tools\, and carrying watering cans or other materials. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring drinking water and work gloves\, if you have a pair (we’ll have extras). \nDue to the tasks\, nature of the terrain\, and lack of amenities\, these workdays are generally best suited to older youth and adults. There is no running water on site\, and pets and smoking are not permitted. All participants under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian. \nYou can register to volunteer here. \nLocated on Loop 360 near FM 2244: bit.ly/vireoBCP. Learn more about the BCP at austintexas.gov/BCPstory.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/forest-restoration-on-the-vireo-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Vireo Preserve\, 1107 N Capital of Texas Hwy\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T193000
DTSTAMP:20260715T220316Z
CREATED:20260715T220212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T220316Z
UID:56644-1784568600-1784575800@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:City of Austin Budget Town Hall: District 7
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the City’s Proposed Budget from Council Member Siegel and the City of Austin Budget and Organizational Excellence Team! \nWe will begin with a 15-20 minute presentation from the Budget Office followed by Q&A.\nFood and drinks are provided!\n📅 Monday\, July 20\n🍽️ 5:30 – 6:00 pm – Food & Visit with other City Departments\n🕰️ 6:00 – 7:30 pm – Budget Program + Q&A\n📍Violet Crown City Church – 1300 Morrow St. \n—————————\nNot sure which City Council district you live in? You can look it up here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/city-of-austin-budget-town-hall-district-7/
LOCATION:Violet Crown City Church\, 1300 Morrow St.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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