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SUMMARY:Hands-On Aquaponics Class
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree class from Brite Ideas: Hands-on Aquaponics with Jason Avent \nAn aquaponics system can be built using a range of materials with different costs and mobility. We will discuss the relative advantages of different materials and methods. The plumbing of a grow bed will be installed during class for a visceral learning experience.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/hands-on-aquaponics-class/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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SUMMARY:FixIt Clinic: Jewelry
DESCRIPTION:Just in time for the Valentine’s Day\, your favorite bracelet\, necklace\, or set of earrings that is a little worse for the wear can get a second lease on life! Bring your broken jewelry to the Fixit Clinic at Recycled Reads where volunteer coaches with jewelry repair know-how will be available to help you fix your item. \nFixit Clinics are all about do-it-together hands-on disassembly\, troubleshooting and repair knowledge. Fixit Clinic attendees are expected to be active participants in trying to fix their items with guidance from our coaches. Attendees should plan to stay with their items. Dropping off of items for repair will not be permitted. \nAll ages are welcome\, but children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nWhat to bring: Your broken stuff and a desire to learn how to fix it! If you have the missing earring back\, the jewel that came undone\, etc. please bring it with you. Sewing machines and hand tools will be available for you to use\, but you can also bring your own machines and tools if you prefer. \nInterested in being a volunteer coach? Contact us at laura.kraus@austintexas.gov.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/fixit-clinic-jewerly/
LOCATION:Recycled Reads\, 5335 Burnet Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
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SUMMARY:"In Defense of Food" Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Zen Center’s Environmental Studies Group –\nIn Defense of Food\, the PBS documentary based on the book by the same name\, takes viewers on a fascinating journey to answer the question – What should I eat to be healthy? Cutting through confusion and busting myths and misconceptions\, the film shows how common sense and old-fashioned wisdom can help us rediscover the pleasures of eating and avoid the chronic diseases so often associated with the modern diet. \n\n\n\n\nMichael Pollan’s journey of discovery takes him from the plains of Tanzania\, where one of the world’s last remaining tribes of hunter-gatherers still eats the way our ancestors did\, to Loma Linda\, California\, where a group of Seventh-day Adventist vegetarians live longer than almost anyone else on earth\, and eventually to Paris\, where the French diet\, rooted in culture and tradition\, proves surprisingly healthy. \n\n\n\n\nAlong the way he shows how a combination of faulty nutrition science and deceptive marketing practices have encouraged us to replace real food with scientifically engineered “food-like substances.” \n\n\n\n\nAnd he explains why the solution to our dietary woes is in fact remarkably simple: Eat Food\, Not Too Much\, Mostly Plants.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/in-defense-of-food-film-screening/
LOCATION:Austin Zen Center\, 3014 Washington Square\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160207T090000
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SUMMARY:UT Microfarm Workdays
DESCRIPTION:From the University of Texas Campus Environmental Center –\nCome out to the UT Microfarm to help with planting\, weeding\, harvesting and everything in-between every Thursday (3 pm – 5 pm) and Sunday (9 am – noon)! Come/leave anytime! No need to RSVP if you’re volunteering individually or with a small group. Please email microfarm@utenvironment.org if you’re planning on bringing a group of 10 or more volunteers\, wear closed-toe shoes & bring water! \nThe UT Microfarm is the first student-run farming initiative on UT’s forty acres! We grow food and provide education for our local community. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ut-microfarm-workdays-2/2016-02-07/
LOCATION:UT Microfarm\, 2204 Leona St. \, Austin \, TX\, 78722\, United States
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SUMMARY:FEAT Meeting: What can you do locally for our childrens’ health & Our Common Home?
DESCRIPTION:From the Faith and Energy Action Team –\nJoin us on Monday\, Feb 8th for our monthly FEAT meeting! \nThis month\, we will be talking about our childrens’ futures and the necessary climate action associated. \nAgenda:\n– 6:45pm – mix & mingle\n– 7:15pm – Dr. Jules Elkins speaking on actionables for our childrens’ health and the environment\n– Following Dr. Elkins – Raj Ramachandran (11 years old!) speaking on the Youth Perspective of climate action \nDon’t miss this unique and important experience. All faiths welcome!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/feat-meeting-what-can-you-do-locally-for-our-childrens-health-our-common-home/
LOCATION:St. Ignatius Martyr Catholic School\, 120 W. Oltorf Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160209T190000
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club Meeting: The Science Behind Texas' Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:From the Sierra Club –\nHappy Hour /food and beverages: 6-7 pm \nSocializing and informal discussions on current events:  6-7 pm \nAnnouncements and program begin at 7 pm \nProgram:  The Science Behind Texas’ Climate Change \nJay Banner will discuss Texas’ unique challenge of being a climatic hotspot and population growth center.  He will present his research on reconstructing past climate change in Texas (tree ring and speleothem studies)\, how past droughts compare with present and projected future droughts\, their economic impacts\, and his experience with the Texas legislature on climate adaptation bills. \nJay Banner was born and raised in New York City and was interested in science from an early age. He attended the University of Pennsylvania and pursued graduate studies in geology and geochemistry at the State University of New York at Stony Brook\, where he received his MS and Ph.D.  Dr. Banner was a post-doctoral fellow at the California Institute of Technology and Louisiana State University. He joined the faculty in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin in 1990.  He is presently the Fred M. Bullard Professor in the Jackson School of Geosciences and Director of the Environmental Science Institute at UT-Austin.  Among the recent honors he has received are the UT Board of Regents Outstanding Teaching Award (2013) and the Texas Exes Teaching Award (2012). \nConsider biking\, carpooling\, or taking Cap Metro to the meeting. Free parking is available after 6pm on San Jacinto and nearby streets.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sierra-club-meeting-the-science-behind-texas-climate-change/
LOCATION:Scholz Garten\, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160210T180000
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SUMMARY:Film Screening with Green is the New Black
DESCRIPTION:Green is the New Black\, a sustainability-focused student organization at Huston-Tillotson University\, is hosting a free film screening on February 10th. Snacks will be provided by the HT Student Government Association. The event is open the general public and will be held in the DL Auditorium.  The film that will be screened is\, “Plastic Paradise.” \nAbout “Plastic Paradise” : \nThousands of miles away from civilization\, Midway Atoll is in one of the most remote places on earth. And yet its become ground zero for The Great Pacific Garbage Patch\, syphoning plastics from three distant continents. In this independent documentary film\, journalist/filmmaker Angela Sun travels on a personal journey of discovery to uncover this mysterious phenomenon. Along the way she meets scientists\, researchers\, influencers\, and volunteers who shed light on the effects of our rabid plastic consumption and learns the problem is more insidious than we could have ever imagined.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/film-screening-with-green-is-the-new-black/
LOCATION:Huston-Tillotson University\, 900 Chicon Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T130000
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SUMMARY:“Shades of Green” Environmental Talk Radio on KOOP 91.7 FM (Tiny Homes)
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Thursday for a new edition of “Shades of Green”\, Austin’s only live eco-talk radio program\, on KOOP 91.7 FM and streaming at www.koop.org! \nThis week\, we’ll discuss tiny homes and their growing popularity in Central Texas. \nYou can find podcasts of previous shows on our website and follow us on Facebook & Twitter!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shades-of-green-environmental-talk-radio-on-koop-91-7-fm-tiny-homes/
LOCATION:KOOP Community Radio\, 3823 Airport Blvd. #B\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T181500
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SUMMARY:The Building of a $2.5 Billion Cleantech Community in Central Texas
DESCRIPTION:Mitch Jacobson\, Co-Director of the University’s ATI Clean Energy Incubator\, will speak on The Building of a $2.5 billion Cleantech Community in Central Texas at Thursday’s UT Energy Symposium. \nAbout the UT Energy Symposium: \nThe popular guest lecture series sponsored by the Energy Institute\, now in its tenth semester\, provides an opportunity for students to interact with faculty and other energy experts representing a broad cross-section of perspectives in an informal setting. The lectures are open to both students and the public. \nOngoing themes for UTES include climate change policy\, innovation and diffusion of energy technologies\, low-carbon options\, and behavioral aspects of energy consumption. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-building-of-a-2-5-billion-cleantech-community-in-central-texas/
LOCATION:Avaya Auditorium\, 201 E. 24th St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160211T200000
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SUMMARY:Fracking Book Reading
DESCRIPTION:Author Taylor Brorby will be speaking and signing his new book\, “Fracture: Essays\, Poems\, and Stories on Fracking in America\,” at Book People on Thursday.  The book is an anthology of established and emerging writers giving voice to the complexities of hydraulic fracturing across the United States. \n\nABOUT FRACTURE \n“Fracture: Essays\, Poems\, and Stories on Fracking in America” brings together a choir of established and emerging writers\, giving voice to the complexities of hydraulic fracturing across the United States. During a time in which so much information is known about fracking\, art is needed to move the public consciousness and national conversation towards better land practices. In the tradition of Wallace Stegner’s This is Dinosaur\, Terry Tempest Williams and Stephen Trimble’s Testimony\, and Rick Bass and David James Duncan’s The Heart of the Monster\, Fracture braids together essays\, poems\, and fiction to help bring new understanding to the plight of fracking. \n\nABOUT TYLER BRORBY \nTaylor Brorby is an award-winning essayist\, poet\, and environmentalist. A fellow at the Black Earth Institute\, Taylor received his M.A. in Liberal Studies from Hamline University in 2013\, and is currently pursuing his MFA in Creative Writing and Environment at Iowa State University. Taylor’s work has appeared in Rock\, Paper\, Scissors\, The Englewood Review of Books\, on Minnesota Public Radio\, North Dakota Public Radio\, numerous newspapers\, Augsburg Fortress\, On Second Thought\, the Northern Plains Ethics Journal\, Chelsea Station\, The EcoTheo Review\, Sleet Magazine\, Bearings\, High Country News\, The Loft’s Writer’s Block\, and the anthology Kissing in the Chapel\, Praying in the Frat House: Wrestling with Faith and College.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/fracking-book-reading/
LOCATION:Book People\, 603 N. Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T110000
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SUMMARY:Clean Lady Bird Lake
DESCRIPTION:From Keep Austin Beautiful –\nIn partnership with the City of Austin Watershed Protection Department\, Keep Austin Beautiful organizes large-scale cleanups every other month to tackle trash from several locations along the shoreline and from watercrafts on and along Lady Bird Lake. \nLarge-scale\, bi-monthly cleanups are scheduled for the 2nd Saturday of every other month\, except October when the cleanup is the 3rd Saturday. 2016 dates are February 13\, April 9 – Clean Sweep\, June 11\, August 13\, October 15\, and December 10. Register here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/clean-lady-bird-lake-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Giveaway @ Sunset Valley Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:TreeFolks\, in partnership with the City of Austin and with additional support from the Apache Foundation\, Circuit of the Americas\, and Sustainable Food Center\, will be giving away 450 free fruit trees at the Sunset Valley Farmers’ Market on February 13 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The event is free and open to the public\, and the trees are available on a first come first served basis. \nMost of the trees are designated for Austin Energy customers\, but thanks to Circuit of the Americas\, we will have 100 trees available for non AE customers. We’ll provide 2 trees per household. Bring your electric bill or driver’s license to prove Austin residency for trees. \nWe’ll have Satsuma orange\, fig\, peach\, pear\, plum\, persimmon\, and/or pomegranate trees. We’re going to be giving out all our remaining fruit trees for this event\, so the exact quantity and varieties available is subject to change. Everything we have has been selected for vigor and adaptability to Austin’s soil and climate though.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/fruit-tree-giveaway-sunset-valley-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T140000
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SUMMARY:Austin Creative Reuse Grand Opening Celebration
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Creative Reuse –\nJoin us to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Creative Reuse Center.  The day  will start at 10am with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. \nThe celebration will continue until 2pm with free paper crafting\, reuse games and refreshments. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-creative-reuse-grand-opening-celebration/
LOCATION:Austin Creative Reuse\, 2005 Wheless Ln\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T130000
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SUMMARY:The Nourishing Garden Class
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree Class with Brite Ideas – The Nourishing Garden \nIt seems easy to talk about fruits and vegetables as one amorphous category\, but the reality is that some gardens promote good health better than others. Learn how to feed your garden better\, select better crops and prepare foods for optimum nutrition. These steps also lead to better flavors and textures that make gardening more rewarding. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-nourishing-garden-class/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160115T184347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160115T184347Z
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Plant with TreeFolks!
DESCRIPTION:From TreeFolks –\nHere’s a mid-week chance to plant trees at a hidden wetlands in the middle of Austin! If you’re looking for a reason to duck out of work and get muddy volunteering\, this is a great opportunity.  The site is not easily accessed\, and most people never get to see it. \nThis event is a partnership between the City of Austin Forestry Division\, City of Austin Watershed Protection and TreeFolks\, Inc. to plant small saplings. These saplings will help to restore native tree and shrub diversity and reduce water runoff and improve water quality in Austin’s creeks and wetlands. \nYou should wear long pants and closed toe shoes as we will be working in areas with tall vegetation. Bring a water bottle\, hat and sunscreen and dress appropriately for the weather.  Water\, coffee\, light refreshments\, gloves and tools will be provided. \nRegister here and select from any of our upcoming events. For more information\, contact volunteer@treefolks.org
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ready-set-plant-with-treefolks-2/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, 3001 Oak Springs Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160217T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160217T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160126T164632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160126T164632Z
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SUMMARY:Literature LIVE! Presents: The Selfish Gardener
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Public Library –\nInspired by Oscar Wilde’s “The Selfish Giant” \n\nTouring the Library February through April\nRecommended for ages 4 and up\n\n\nWhat happens when a band of native plants and insects gets a new neighbor who isn’t very friendly? Will the band get the boot\, or will gardener and insect learn to live together? Find out in this musical spin on the Oscar Wilde classic\, The Selfish Giant.  \nThe puppets are based on the Grow Green characters in these videos. The story supports the Watershed Protection Department’s sustainable gardening program\, which promotes water quality and conservation\, recycling and the least-toxic ways to address pest issues. Grow Green provides resources to help people create beautiful Central Texas gardens that are good for wallets and the environment. \nAll Library programs are free and open to the public. For more information about Literature Live!\, visit library.austintexas.gov/literature-live\, call 512-974-7400 or Ask a Librarian.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/literature-live-presents-the-selfish-gardener/
LOCATION:North Village Branch Library\, 2505 Steck Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160201T163202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160201T163202Z
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SUMMARY:Green Drinks with Patagonia
DESCRIPTION:From Net Impact Austin –\nYou are invited to attend:\nFebruary Green Drinks with Richard Thornton of Patagonia\nWednesday\, February 17\, 2016 6 PM – 8 PM\nHops & Grain: 507 Calles St Suite 101\, Austin\, TX 78702 \nLast year’s event at Hops & Grain was such a hit we decided to do it again! Join us on the 17th of February for our next Green Drinks happy hour\, this time with Richard Thornton of Patagonia as our speaker. He’ll speak with us about his experience in the grants and outreach department of Patagonia. \nRichard Thornton\, environmental grants and outreach coordinator at Patagonia in Austin\, has BA in Environmental Geography from The University of Texas at Austin. Richard has worked on conservation efforts in Utah with the Escalante River Watershed Partnership which was recognized by the Department of the Interior as one of “America’s Great Outdoor Rivers” restoration projects\, in Southern Chile with Conservacion Patagonica in the future Parque Nacional Patagonia and locally with the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-drinks-with-patagonia/
LOCATION:Hops & Grain Brewing\, 507 Calles Street\, Suite 101\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160217T051142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160217T051142Z
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SUMMARY:Environment Texas 10th Anniversary Party
DESCRIPTION:From Environment Texas –\nFrom saving the Christmas Mountains of Big Bend to successfully suing two of Houston’s biggest air polluters\, Environment Texas has won real results for Texas’ environment over the last decade. \nPlease come help us celebrate our work from the last ten years and learn what we’ve got planned for this year and beyond! \nJoin us on Wednesday February 17th from 7pm to 9pm at the Google Fiber space downtown to celebrate with the hilarious Jim Hightower\, Congressman Lloyd Doggett\, Austin Mayor Steve Adler along with our allies\, members and supporters! We will have a buffet from a local caterer and an open bar sponsored by Hops and Grain Brewery and Titos Vodka. \nYou can RSVP at a www.bit.ly/1PbdrHL with a suggested donation of $25. If you’re an activist/student\, you’re welcome to join us for free by RSVPing to sara@environmenttexas.org.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/environment-texas-10th-anniversary-party/
LOCATION:Google Fiber Space\, 201 Colorado St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160218T032304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160218T032405Z
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SUMMARY:"Shades of Green" Environmental Talk Radio on KOOP 91.7 FM
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Thursday for a new edition of “Shades of Green”\, Austin’s only live eco-talk radio program\, on KOOP 91.7 FM and streaming at www.koop.org! \nThis week\, we’ll discuss the March 1st primary elections. We’ll have candidates running for HD 49\, as well as County Commissioner Precinct 1. They’ll discuss their environmental platforms and plans for Austin. \nGuests running for HD 49 include: \n\nKenton Johnson\nHuey Rey Fischer\nHeather Way\nGina Hinojosa\n\nGuests running for Travis County Commissioner Precinct 1 include: \n\nJeff Travillion\nJames Nortey\n\nSample Republican and Democrat primary ballots for the March 1st elections are available here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shades-of-green-environmental-talk-radio-on-koop-91-7-fm-2/
LOCATION:KOOP Community Radio\, 3823 Airport Blvd. #B\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=KOOP Community Radio 3823 Airport Blvd. #B Austin TX 78723 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3823 Airport Blvd. #B:geo:-97.7065751,30.2885419
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160210T151131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160210T151131Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Food with and For Chickens with Pat Foreman
DESCRIPTION:From the Urban Poultry Association of Texas –\nIn the lead-up to the Funky Chicken Coop Tour® on March 26th\, sustainable agricultural author\, local foods activist and popular speaker Patricia Foreman will pay a first-time visit to Austin with a free presentation all about how to transform food deserts into growing food paradises by employing chickens—and their skill sets—to produce much of your own vegetables\, fruit\, eggs and meat. This is a must attend for any backyard poultry enthusiast\, aspiring gardener\, or local food supporter. \nAbout our presenter:\nPatricia Foreman is a sustainable agricultural author\, local foods activist and popular speaker. Pat\, and her co-presenter\, chicken celebrity Oprah Hen-Free\, have presented workshops and book signings at major national festivals and conferences across the US\, including Mother Earth Fairs\, Monticello Heritage Harvest Festivals\, National Heirloom Festival and many others. She is the author of the paradigm-shifting book – City Chicks: Employing Chickens as Garden Helpers\, Compost Creators\, Bio-recyclers and Local Food Suppliers. She is co-author of Chicken Tractor: the Permaculture Guide to Happy Hens and Healthy Soil\, Day Range Poultry and Backyard Market Gardening. Pat is also the developer of the Chickens and You™ internet courses which leads to the Master Backyard Chicken Keeper Certification™. \nAbout the Urban Poultry Association of Texas:\nUrban Poultry Association of Texas\, Inc. (UPAT) is 501 (c)(3) with a mission to educate people on the benefits of raising poultry as part of a sustainable food system. UPAT is the parent organization for The FunkyChicken Coop Tour® and the Austin and Central Texas Backyard Poultry Meetup.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/growing-food-with-and-for-chickens-with-pat-foreman/
LOCATION:St. Francis School\, 300 E Huntland Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160129T163924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160129T163924Z
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SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting Class
DESCRIPTION:From the Sunfield Community Garden –\nLearn the best strategies for rainwater harvesting and water conservation from Sunfield’s garden manager\, Dani Slabaugh\, a sustainable water use expert who has been designing and installing highly effective rainwater harvesting solutions in Central Texas for years. Get the tour\, learn how to adapt these strategies for your yard\, and get hands-on experience as we install a 500 gallon rain tank. \nThe class is free and guided childrens’ activities can be arranged upon request; just email Yard2Table@gmail.com. \n\nAbout Sunfield Community Garden: \nSunfield Community Garden is located in the Sunfield Neighborhood at the Sunbright Activity Center in Buda TX. Though garden membership is reserved for residents\, the garden hosts FREE hands-on classes on various topics the 3rd Saturday of each month for the general public. We strive to demonstrate ecological gardening at it’s best; come see our orchards\, chickens\, water-recycling sink\, rain gardens and more!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/rainwater-harvesting-class/
LOCATION:Sunfield Community Garden\, 1328 Sunbright Ave.\, Buda\, TX\, United States
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sunfield Community Garden 1328 Sunbright Ave. Buda TX United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1328 Sunbright Ave.:geo:-97.8112492,30.0768323
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160217T170901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160217T171005Z
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SUMMARY:Free Algae Class
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree Class from Brite Ideas – Home-Grown Spirulina: The Earth’s Superfood \nPresented by Rhykka Connelly with Grofizz \n \n\nScientists now say that all land plants arose eons ago as marine algae came ashore. Today\, algae are still considered to be the most important organisms on Earth. Not only do they convert about 1/3 of the planet’s carbon dioxide into oxygen\, they are the Earth’s primary source of bio-available nutrition\, synthesizing and providing essential nutrients to consumers up the food chain. That abundant Omega-3 you find in fish? Fish get it from eating algae. Algae also make substances that ward off common bacteria and viruses\, keeping fish healthy. There’s a lot of buzz around this superfood\, but not all algae are created equal. Rhykka will tell you which strains are considered superfoods\, which strains can be used as an organic fertilizer\, and which ones you don’t want to mess with. She’ll show you how easy it is to set-up your own Spirulina culture in your kitchen window or with a grow light\, when and how to harvest it\, and she’ll share some recipes to make your own delicious super snacks.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/free-algae-class/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160217T165546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160217T165709Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Native Grass at McKinney Falls State Park
DESCRIPTION: From Austin Youth River Watch –\nLocation: McKinney Falls State Park\, 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy\, Austin\, 78744\n\nParking and Meeting Area: Volunteers will have their entrance day fee waived. Upon entering\, tell park staff that your group is there for the volunteer event with Austin Youth River Watch. We will be meeting at the parking area near the Group Dining Hall. From there\, the work site is a short walk to Onion Creek.\n \n\n\nActivities: Join River Watch staff and students in harvesting and planting deep-rooted native grasses to rebuild the scoured banks of Onion Creek. Appropriate for ages 5 and up.\n\n\n\nBonus: Tools\, gloves\, and guidance will be provided.\nConsiderations: All activities will be outside. There will be restrooms in the park\, but not near the work site\, please plan accordingly. If the event is cancelled\, volunteers will be notified by email.\n \n\nContact:  Adam Comer – Austin Youth River Watch: adam@riverwatchers.org\n \n\nPlease signup using the event website
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/plant-native-grass-at-mckinney-falls-state-park/
LOCATION:McKinney Falls State Park\, 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy\, Austin \, TX\, 78744\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160223T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160219T030933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160219T030933Z
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SUMMARY:Solar Austin Happy Hour: Solar On-Bill Financing at Pedernales Electric Co-op
DESCRIPTION:From Solar Austin –\nSolar On-Bill Financing at Pedernales Electric Co-op \n\nThe Pedernales Electric Cooperative is taking steps to encourage more of its customers to go solar – including the recent kick off on an on-bill financing program for customer-owned solar installations and battery storage.  This is exciting news\, both because it the co-op serves many Austin-area residents\, and because\, as the largest co-op in the country\, PEC can set a good example for other co-ops. \nJoin us for happy hour with Blake Beavers of PEC. \n\n State Parking Garages can be found next to\, behind and across from Scholz Garten. San Jacinto Blvd.\, 15th\, 16th\, 17th\, 18th\, and Trinity have parking garage entrances.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/solar-austin-happy-hour-solar-on-bill-financing-at-pedernales-electric-co-op/
LOCATION:Scholz Garten\, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160217T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160217T180545Z
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SUMMARY:Make Stuff with Austin Creative Reuse
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Creative Reuse –\nCome make stuff for our beautiful reuse center.  We’ve got an awesome workshop with tons of great tools and materials.  We will be making reuse\, repurposing\, upcycling and other merchandising examples. Assembling Teacher Kits from reuse materials and signage is also on the agenda.  It’s a great way to connect with other “reusers” in the community and get to know our Creative Reuse Center.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/make-stuff-with-austin-creative-reuse/
LOCATION:Austin Creative Reuse\, 2005 Wheless Ln\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160217T173828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160217T173828Z
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SUMMARY:AZWA February Meeting With Special Guest Edwin Marty
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Zero Waste Alliance –\nThis month’s AZWA meeting boasts an exciting guest speaker\, Edwin Marty\, the Food Policy Manager for the City of Austin. Co-author of the book “Breaking Through Concrete” and an experienced urban farmer\, Edwin brings years of experience and a passionate commitment to building better local food systems. Hear him speak about his efforts here in Austin and learn more about how you can get involved. \nAs always\, there will be updates on the latest zero waste policies\, opportunities for networking\, announcements\, and action items. \nWe hope you’ll join us!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/azwa-february-meeting-with-special-guest-edwin-marty/
LOCATION:Recycled Reads\, 5335 Burnet Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160224T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160129T201436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160129T201436Z
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SUMMARY:S.P.A.R.K Forum
DESCRIPTION:From the State of Texas Alliance for Recycling –\nS.P.A.R.K. Forum = Supporting Partnerships And Recycling Knowledge. \nJoin STAR Central Texas for a day of information sharing and partnership building. \nSTAR Central Texas is the new name for the Central Texas Recycling Committee (CTRC) of STAR (State of Texas Alliance for Recycling). \nThe S.P.A.R.K Forum is aimed at agencies\, institutions\, and businesses striving to reduce waste. \nWhat: This year’s forum focuses on “becoming a change agent” to reach our goals in sustainable programing. Many of us work in environments where we are alone in trying to advance for zero waste\, recycling\, or sustainability within our unique organization or under unique circumstances. In these environments\, it is easy to feel discouraged and that there is no one to turn to for guidance\, but there are common themes that unite all of the work that we do. Every project has to accomplish two goals: 1) Convincing the decision-makers to take action and 2) Successfully executing the vision with limited resources. The SPARK Forum will focus on helping you achieve these goals so you can advance zero waste in Central Texas. \nOur Keynote speaker is Brad Pease\, Vice President of Paladino\, a green building and sustainability consulting firm\, who will share insights on how to gain the support of key decision-makers. After a networking lunch\,  attendees will have the chance to participate in an active learning workshop on behavior change and hear panel presentations focused on “implementing the change” success stories. \n  \nWhen:                 Wednesday\, February 24\, 2016 \nRegistration 9:15 am- 9:30 am \nForum 9:45 am – 4:00pm \n                              Happy Hour Mixer- Austin Ale House 4:15- 6:00 \nWhere:                Travis County Conference Rooms\, 1st Floor – 700 Lavaca Austin\, TX 78702 \nMeals:                  Lunch will be provided by STAR \n  \nREGISTER HERE FOR THE S.P.A.R.K FORUM
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/s-p-a-r-k-forum/
LOCATION:Travis County Administrative Building\, 700 Lavaca St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T213246
CREATED:20160217T210308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160220T001800Z
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SUMMARY:The Paris Climate Agreement\, An Austin Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Presented by – Austin EcoNework + Rainforest Partnership \nJoin Austin Mayor Steve Adler\, Austin City Council Member Leslie Pool\, Rainforest Partnership Executive Director Niyanta Spelman\, Texas Interfaith Associate Director Yaira Robinson\, and Huston-Tillotson student Brittany Foley for an engaging panel discussion on the Paris Climate Agreement\, Austin’s role in the global fight to curb climate change\, and what you can do to support our planet. \nSchedule of Events: \n\n5:30pm: Doors Open\n6pm: Mayor Steve Adler Kicks Event Off\n6:15pm: Panel Discussion Begins\n7pm: Panel Q&A\n8pm: Event Wrap Up\n\n……. \n2016 has begun with a sense of optimism about climate change after the success of the Paris climate talks in December of last year. The deal is a turning point for climate policy\, and a demonstration that countries around the world can come together to address a common concern.  This in turn may mean more enthusiasm for commitments to renewables and other lower-carbon energy sources. But what does that mean for Austin and you? \nYou are invited to take a look behind the scenes of this historic agreement with an engaging panel discussion between local leaders who were on the ground for the action. They’ll talk about the significance of the agreement itself\, as well as Austin’s role in this global response to curb the climate crisis. This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about one of the biggest issues of our time – climate change – and what your local community is doing to tackle it.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-paris-climate-agreement-an-austin-perspective/
LOCATION:Google Fiber Space\, 201 Colorado St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Shades of Green" Environmental Talk Radio on KOOP 91.7 FM - Paris Climate Agreement
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Thursday for a new edition of “Shades of Green”\, Austin’s only live eco-talk radio program\, on KOOP 91.7 FM and streaming at www.koop.org! \nThis week\, we’ll have a podcast from yesterday’s “Paris Climate Agreement: An Austin Perspective” event hosted by the Austin EcoNetwork and the Rainforest Partnership.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shades-of-green-environmental-talk-radio-on-koop-91-7-fm-paris-climate-agreement/
LOCATION:KOOP Community Radio\, 3823 Airport Blvd. #B\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160227T090000
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SUMMARY:Ecological Literacy Volunteer Day and Potluck Learning
DESCRIPTION:From the Center for Environmental Research –\nEcological Literacy Volunteer Day and Potluck Learning – Help maintain Hornsby Bend! \nDid you know that all the Hornsby Bend trails\, habitat gardens\, and kiosks were built and are maintained by volunteers? If you enjoy birding or walking along the Colorado River here\, please join us in maintaining these amenities and supporting public access at Hornsby Bend. \nWear work clothes [long pants]\, hat for shade\, and sturdy shoes; bring water and binoculars if interested in birds. \nNoon potluck lunch and more ecological learning – Bring food for our potluck lunch at noon and learn more at a presentation on ecology or geography during lunch.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ecological-literacy-volunteer-day-and-potluck-learning/
LOCATION:Center for Environmental Research\, 2210 South FM 973\, Austin\, TX\, 78725\, United States
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