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SUMMARY:Ridesharing: An Austin Town Hall on the Future of Transportation Network Companies
DESCRIPTION:The Austin Forum on Technology and Society presents a special event – “Ridesharing: An Austin Town Hall on the Future of Transportation Network Companies (Uber\, Lyft\, and others) \n5:15 pm – Doors and Cash Bar Open \n6:00 pm – Presentation   \n7:00 pm – Reception \n  \nThe explosive growth of Uber and Lyft has proven the demand for simple access to rides. Enabled and powered by technologies such as smartphones and GPS\, these transportation networking companies (TNCs) have launched the ridesharing (or ridesourcing) industry rapidly and globally. In cities all over the world\, people have access to a simpler\, more predictable source of rides than the taxi industry has historically provided—and to a new source of income\, for drivers. This has other ancillary benefits as well\, such as potentially reducing the number of people driving while intoxicated. However\, the rapid emergence of ridesharing has occurred largely without regulation\, unlike other established transportation options. Without any civic regulation\, there are safety concerns for reasons such as lack of external validation of drivers\, and of negative economic impacts to other transportation industries and even to drivers. In Austin—a city now almost as infamous for the hassle of driving in traffic as is it famous for its many entertainment options (and the consumption that goes along with them)—there have been recent attempts at regulation. There is a general desire for the City to have TNCs as a transportation option\, but unfortunately\, a compromise on regulations agreeable to both sides—the City and the major TNCs—has not been reached. So\, there will be a special (and expensive) election on May 7 for the voters to decide. \nThe Austin Forum invites you to attend this special town hall meeting at which transpiration experts will objectively explain how TNCs work\, the current laws and policies (in Austin\, and in other cities)\, what the election means\, and what is likely to happen next for either outcome. They will then answer as many questions from the audience as time allows. The goal is for the panel of speakers to not advocate one position\, but to provide a “deeper dive” and informed debate about the issues. \nWe encourage everyone to vote\, and this event will help you be an informed voter. \nIn addition\, Rob Spillar\, City of Austin Transportation Director\, will share the City’s efforts and bid to win the US Department of Transportation’s $50M Smart Cities Challenge.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ridesharing-an-austin-town-hall-on-the-future-of-transportation-network-companies/
LOCATION:Stateside Theater\, 719 Congress Ave. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting--City of Austin Zero Waste Advisory Commissoin (ZWAC)
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Zero Waste Advisory Commission (ZWAC) for its monthly meeting to help get Austin to Zero Waste! \nThis City Council-appointed board is comprised of dedicated volunteers from the business\, nonprofit\, and residential sectors. It meets to provide sound public policy suggestions to Austin City Council members on Zero Waste.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/public-meeting-city-of-austin-zero-waste-advisory-commissoin-zwac/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. 2nd St. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160414T130000
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SUMMARY:"Shades of Green" Environmental Talk Radio on KOOP 91.7FM (Democracy Awakening Rally and March)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this week’s edition of “Shades of Green”\, Austin’s only live\, green talk radio program\, on KOOP 91.7FM and streaming online! \nThis week\, we’ll discuss the Democracy Awakening rally & march at the Texas State Capitol. This event is part of a nationwide mobilization to demand action to create a democracy of\, by and for the people\, mobilize to call for solutions that protect the people’s right to vote\, and prevent our voices from being drowned out by big money. The movement demands an end to a system dominated by corporations and the wealthy and a system that prevents the country from addressing its greatest challenges – from inequality to climate change\, from providing health care to all to ensuring everyone is paid a living wage. \nOur guests will be:\nKaiba White\, Policy & Outreach Specialist for Coal and Renewable Energy with Public Citizen Texas\nPhilip Martin\, Deputy Director of Progress Texas\nPaula Littles\, Texas NNOC \nDon’t forget\, we always kick off the top of the hour with an EcoCalendar update from the Austin EcoNetwork detailing area green jobs\, volunteer opportunities\, and events! You can find podcasts of our previous shows on our website and follow us on Facebook & Twitter!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shades-of-green-environmental-talk-radio-on-koop-91-7fm-democracy-awakening-rally-and-march/
LOCATION:KOOP Community Radio\, 3823 Airport Blvd. #B\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kim Stanley Robinson Reading
DESCRIPTION:From the University of Texas at Austin –\nScience Fiction writer and thinker Kim Stanley Robinson reads from his fiction and discusses how science fiction can represent environmental issues. Presented by UT Austin Department of English and Texas Institute for Literary & Textual Studies (TILTS): Environmental Humanities. \nRobinson is one of the most well­-known and respected science fiction writers in the world\, with a reality ­based approach in the spirit of Isaac Asimov that has made him a social thinker speaking “for the future and from the future.” \nHis work has received 11 major awards from the science fiction field\, and has been translated into 23 languages. His Mars trilogy (Red Mars\, Green Mars\, and Blue Mars) was an international bestseller\, and continues to be one of the most widely read works of science fiction\, a benchmark in discussions of humanity in space. His environmentalist work closer to home was the basis for him being named one of Time magazine’s “Heroes of the Environment” in 2008. He has worked with the U.S. National Science Foundation\, and was part of their Antarctic Artists and Writers program in 1995\, when he spent two months in Antarctica courtesy of NSF. He was part of the Sequoia Parks Foundations’ artist program in 2008. His articles and stories have been published in Nature\, The New York Times\, Newsweek\, U.S. News and World Report\, The Washington Post\, The New Scientist\, and Wired. He was the guest of Honor at the 68th World Science Fiction Convention\, in Melbourne\, 2010. His 2012 novel\, 2312\, was a New York Times bestseller\, as were his 2013 novel Shaman and 2015’s Aurora. \nRobinson has a B.A. and a Ph.D. in literature from University of California\, San Diego\, and an M.A. in English from Boston University. He taught literature at the University of California\, Davis\, before becoming a full­-time writer and parent.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/kim-stanley-robinson-reading/
LOCATION:Avaya Auditorium\, 201 E. 24th St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
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SUMMARY:Warbler Walk
DESCRIPTION:From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center –\nSpring is here! Wildflowers are blooming\, the days are warming up\, and a tiny songbird has returned to Texas from its wintering grounds in the tropics. Come out to Westcave Preserve for a chance to see one of North America’s rarest breeding birds\, the Golden-cheeked Warbler. Learn how to identify the warbler\, why it is in trouble and what you can do to help. We’ll also take a short walk through prime warbler habitat so that you can see this iconic bird of the Texas Hill Country.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/warbler-walk/
LOCATION:Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center\,  24814 Hamilton Pool Rd. \, Round Mountain\, TX\, 78663\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160416T090000
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SUMMARY:Permablitz at Scissortail Microfarms
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Permaculture Guild –\nJoin us at Scissortail Microfarms in creating explosive abundance with a weekend permablitz! This site had its original Permablitz done 3 years ago\, so you can see how things are doing and learn from the owners’ mistakes and successes. \n• Come for as little or as long as long as you’d like for the event. \n* The Permablitz will be 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Watch for updates in the case of severe weather (but we are pretty tough!) \n• Breakfast and lunch will be provided on both days. Dinner will be provided for campers. \n• Bring a tent if you want to do some overnight camping on Saturday. \n• Please bring a water bottle\, gloves\, shovels\, rakes\, hoes\, pick axes\, wheel barrows\, etc. if you have them! \n* Thank you for leaving your pets at home. * \nGet more information on preparing for a permablitz at the Austin Permaculture Guild website \nor see the reports of some past Permablitzes in Central Texas at EarthRepairCorps.org \nYou can also RSVP for the event on: \n* Facebook Permablitz Event  \n* the Austin Permaculture Guild Meetup
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/permablitz-at-scissortail-microfarms/
LOCATION:Scissortail Microfarms\, 12806 Scissortail Dr\, Manchaca\, TX\, 78652\, United States
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SUMMARY:Poultry Predator Protection
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin and Central Texas Backyard Poultry Meetup –\nNo one wants the heartache of finding their poultry have been attacked or killed by a predator. Learn about the common predators in Central Texas\, their habits\, and ways to protect your flock from them. \nThis workshop is hosted by the San Antonio Backyard Poultry Facebook group and is centrally located in San Marcos to encourage participation by Austin and other central Texas poultry owners.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/poultry-predator-protection/
LOCATION:Hays County Extension Office\, 1253 Civic Center Loop\, San Marcos\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160416T100000
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SUMMARY:To Your Health: Plant Based Cooking on a Budget
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nLearn to harness the healing power of a plant-strong diet with Dr. Dane Mosher and Chef Priti Bhatt of West Holistic Medicine. \nDiscover the many health benefits of eating the rainbow! Join Dr. Dane Mosher and Chef Priti to explore how phytonutrients – the naturally protective chemicals found in plants – support good health and why going organic doesn’t have to break the bank. Among the colorful recipes made in class will be a delicious\, phytonutrient-rich\, mixed berry Kanten dessert and a Kale-Currant Salad with Miso Lemon Dressing. Participants will leave class with insights into nutritional approaches to healing\, and inspiration and tools needed to go green! \nDr. Dane Mosher is a family physician and a certified practitioner with the Institute of Functional Medicine. In his practice\, he finds and treats the root causes of acute and chronic illnesses\, including auto-immune diseases\, allergies\, gastrointestinal disorders\, fatigue\, thyroid disorders\, and cardiovascular disease. \nWith training in both nutrition and the culinary arts\, Chef Priti provides nutrition consultations and teaches healthy cooking skills that help develop lifelong skills for maintaining good health. \nClasses are for adults; teenagers may participate with a parent or guardian present.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/to-your-health-plant-based-cooking-on-a-budget/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reimagining Your Food and Your Body
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree Class from Brite Ideas – Reimagining Your Food and Your Body \nWe make our food\, and it makes us. You can survive on the standard American diet (SAD)\, but you and your children won’t thrive. Learn how the system got so calorie-rich and nutrient-poor and then find out what you can do about it. A small proportion of your diet from your garden along with ancient techniques like sprouting and fermentation make big differences. Your taste buds and your body will thank you. Live cooking demonstration and tasting of kombucha\, kimchi and sprouted foods!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/reimagining-your-food-and-your-body/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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SUMMARY:Essential Beekeeping Skills
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nThis class will teach hands-on\, essential skills for beekeepers who are ready to install a new package of bees into their hive or for beginner beekeepers that want to learn more about the necessary equipment. Using the new apiary in the SFC Teaching Garden\, Tara Chapman of Two Hives Honey will demonstrate how to introduce a package of bees into the hives. The class will then light smokers (one of the hardest things about beekeeping!) and look at options for gear and clothing. Please bring your own smoker.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/essential-beekeeping-skills-2/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160417T120000
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SUMMARY:Essential Beekeeping Skills
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nThis class will teach hands-on\, essential skills for beekeepers who are ready to install a new package of bees into their hive or for beginner beekeepers that want to learn more about the necessary equipment. Using the new apiary in the SFC teaching garden\, Tara Chapman of Two Hives Honey will demonstrate how to introduce a package of bees into the hives. The class will then light smokers (one of the hardest things about beekeeping!) and look at options for gear and clothing. Please bring your own smoker.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/essential-beekeeping-skills/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160419T200000
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SUMMARY:Beekeeping with Two Hives Honey
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nAre you considering home beekeeping? Do you want to find out if you are ready to make the commitment? Or are you starting your hive this spring and want to learn more from a professional beekeeper? Tara Chapman of Two Hives Honey will lead a very informative class on the science of bees and beekeeping basics. You will also learn about the importance of native bees and how to attract them to your garden. This class will include a visit to the new apiary in the teaching garden where you will get an up close view of working hives.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/beekeeping-with-two-hives-honey/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160419T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160419T214500
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SUMMARY:Food Chains Screening
DESCRIPTION:From in.gredients –\nOur first screening of the award-winning documentary\, “Food Chains: Feeding The Nation” was such a success\, we’re doing it again on Tuesday\, April 19th at 8pm! \nThis is a must-see documentary for anyone interested in food justice\, social change\, grassroots activism\, worker’s rights\, and transparency in our food and supply chains. The film will be projected on our lawn\, so bring a blanket\, some friends\, and your passion for making positive change in the world. \nSuggested donations directly support the filmmakers and their efforts to bring more awareness to the injustices in our Nation’s fields. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/food-chains-screening/
LOCATION:in.gredients\, 2610 Manor Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160420T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
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SUMMARY:Mobility Talks Live Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The City of Austin will host two Mobility Talks Live community meetings this month to seek public input on improving Austin’s transportation network. The April 20 and April 23 come-and-go\, open house events will include general informational displays as well as facilitated\, small-group discussions. The input collected will be presented to the Austin City Council Mobility Committee on June 8th. \nLight refreshments will be provided. Supervised children’s activities will be available. \nFor attendees who would prefer to participate in Mobility Talks Live in a language other than English\, call 512-974-7840 or email mobilitytalks@austintexas.gov no later than April 15\, 2016 to make arrangements. \nMobility Talks Live is just one of many ways the public can provide feedback. The City of Austin is collecting input online and in person through May 8\, 2016. \nCommunity members can also: \n\nTake a brief online survey at MobilityTalks.org (available in English and Spanish).\nFind the Mobility Talks engagement team around town as City staff takes the survey to Council districts. The team will be easy to locate through the “Find Us” link at MobilityTalks.org.\nHave a conversation online at SpeakUpAustin.org.\nParticipate in an April Conversation Corps session to have a facilitated discussion with other Austinites. Visit www.ATXtalks.org for dates and locations.\nAttend a public hearing at a City boards or commissions meeting. Meeting dates are available at MobilityTalks.org.\n\nMobility Talks is the result of recent Austin City Council action calling for public input on transportation priorities. \nIf you have questions\, contact mobilitytalks@austintexas.gov\, 512-974-7840 or 3-1-1.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/mobility-talks-live-meeting/
LOCATION:David Crockett High School\, 5601 Manchaca Road \, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160421T140000
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SUMMARY:"Shades of Green" Environmental Talk Radio on KOOP 91.7 FM (Austin Earth Day 2016!)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this week’s edition of “Shades of Green”\, Austin’s only live\, green talk radio program\, on KOOP 91.7FM and streaming online! \nThursday’s show will be all about Austin Earth Day 2016! Our guests will be participants in this year’s festivities\, including high profile speakers\, entertainers\, and representatives from nonprofit environmental campaigns & local businesses. \nDon’t forget\, we always kick off the top of the hour with an EcoCalendar update from the Austin EcoNetwork detailing area green jobs\, volunteer opportunities\, and events! You can find podcasts of our 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-austin-earth-day-2016/
LOCATION:KOOP Community Radio\, 3823 Airport Blvd. #B\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160421T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160408T215135Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Area Tree Huggers' Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Area Tree Huggers –\nJoin us for an evening of networking and fellowship with fellow tree lovers and enthusiasts. \nThis month we’ll be meeting on April 21 at Contigo (2027 Anchor Lane).  Happy hour is from 5pm – 7pm.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-area-tree-huggers-happy-hour-5/
LOCATION:Contigo\, 2027 Anchor Lane\, Austin\, Texas\, Select a Country:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160421T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160406T143908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160406T143908Z
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SUMMARY:SFC Bee Week Film Screening: Queen of the Sun - What Are the Bees Telling Us
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nCelebrate Bee Week with SFC! \nJoin us for a screening of the film “Queen of the Sun: What Are the Bees Telling Us” on Thursday\, April 21 from 5:30pm to 8pm. Light refreshments and popcorn will be served. All ages welcome. \nDoors at 5:30pm\, film at 6pm. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sfc-bee-week-film-screening-queen-of-the-sun-what-are-the-bees-telling-us/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160321T162643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160321T162643Z
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SUMMARY:Free Guided Tree Walk at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center with TreeFolks
DESCRIPTION:From TreeFolks –\nCelebrate Earth Day by taking a nice long lunch break and joining us for a free guided tree walk and free entry(!) into the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center when you register for this event at www.treefolks.org/tree-id. \nWe’ll learn about trees in the arboretum and about the cool oaks and oak projects going on at the Wildflower Center! What a perfect start to all your Earth Day celebrations! \nThis special event is free\, but space is limited\, so snag your spot at www.treefolks.org/tree-id. \nPlease contact audrey@treefolks.org with any questions. \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/free-guided-tree-walk-at-lady-bird-johnson-wildflower-center-with-treefolks/
LOCATION:Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\, 4801 LaCrosse Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, 78739\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160422T025640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160422T025640Z
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SUMMARY:Save the Earth Day Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Free to the public\, local entrepreneurs encourage fans to bring the fam’\, come party for a cause.  \nLocal Artists to Headline 3-day Music Event in honor of Earth Day\nBuda\, Texas\n22-24 April 2016\n \nLocal bands and local entrepreneurs are calling on music fans of all ages to join the party\, and help save the planet in the process\, by showcasing a one-off gig at Tavern on Main. “Save the Earth Day Weekend\,” begins this Friday\, Earth Day\, and runs through the weekend. The free event is the first of its kind and will feature a host of local artists\, musician and brewmaster alike. \nFans can revel in a rare appearance by Uncle Lucius frontman Kevin Galloway\, rock with Madra\, featuring Rory Hancock\, son of Texas songwriting legend Butch Hancock\, and bid a Texas-sized farewell to Lew Card\, as the beloved musician is set to make his final appearance in the Austin area. Popular local artists like Bukka Allen and Mayeux and Broussard round out the soundtrack; meanwhile\, rock stars of the Texas craft brew scene will wash it all down. Fan-favorite breweries Real Ale\, Pedernales\, Oasis\, Middleton\, and Karbach Brewing Company are among those sponsoring the event\, with free tastings offered throughout the weekend. \nBuda restaurant/music venue The Tavern on Main and BioIntegrity.net have organized the showcase as part of Earth Day awareness\, promoting local artists while promoting a worldly cause. “We know people everywhere care deeply about the future of our environment\, and Tavern on Main is the perfect place to gather and celebrate that\,” says founder of BioIntegrity.net\, Chris Searles\, “Tavern on Main serves-up some of the best food\, music\, and atmosphere in Texas.” \n“Our goal this weekend is to relax\, have a good time\, and connect people to the solutions most impactful to turning the corner on today’s environmental challenges.” \nThe weekend also features a “mini-fest” of young talent. Up and coming bands will kick things off Saturday around noon\, so parents are encouraged to bring the kiddos and get ready to rock in the name of Mama Earth. In between sets\, music fans can cheer on their favorite athletes who are bringing the heat and some serious cuteness… The 19th Annual Buda Country Fair and Wiener Dog Races will be held the same weekend\, just a short walk over to Buda City Park. \nTo learn more\, visit the website at budatavern.com or contact Chris Searles\, at 512.789.4652 or by email\, chris.searles “at” biointegrity “dot” net. \nThe event begins Friday\, April 22 at 4pm and continues all weekend til 7pm Sunday. With plenty of free parking available\, guests are encouraged to park in the neighborhoods surrounding Main Street. Music and beer tasting schedules can be seen on the Facebook page\, “Save the Earth Day Weekend.” \nBioIntegrity is a globally-minded company with Central Texas roots\, working to protect and restore Earth’s most vital ecosystems. The young company has already achieved some tremendous successes; namely\, helping to save an astonishing 8\,500 plant and animal species and over 45\,000 acres of Earth’s most climate-healing ecosystems. Attendees will have a chance to donate to a BioIntegrity promoted cause during the event. Meanwhile\, Buda’s Tavern on Main has long since provided a loving home for local musicians\, and as a socially responsible business itself\, its match to BioIntegrity is one made in “green” heaven. \nMore info:  \nBudaTavern.com \nFacebook.com/events/1597193167264167/
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/save-the-earth-day-weekend/
LOCATION:Tavern on Main\, 116 N. Main St.\, Buda\, TX\, 78610\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160422T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160422T201500
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160408T210540Z
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SUMMARY:How a Salamander Saved a City: The Politics and Science of Endangered Species
DESCRIPTION:The University of Texas’ Hot Science – Cool Talks series continues in April with “How a Salamander Saved a City.” The series is free and open to the public. April’s talk will be begin with a community science fair at 5:45pm. The program will begin at 7pm. \nDr. David Hillis\nProfessor\, Integrative Biology \nThe University of Texas at Austin \nWhat is the talk about? \nHow are endangered species discovered? How can they save a city? \nBarton Springs is a resource unique to Austin drawing thousands of visitors every year. Yet\, Barton Springs is home to endangered species of salamanders rarely seen by the public. In the early 1990s\, Dr. David Hillis\, a professor at The University of Texas\, discovered the Barton Springs salamander. Dr. Hillis will share how the Barton Springs salamander was identified as an endangered species and its impact in Austin’s economic development. \nLive animals\, including the Barton Springs salamander\, will be present during the Community Science Fair. \nDirections and Parking: \nWelch Hall (WEL) is located at 105 E. 24th St\, on the corner of Speedway and 24th streets. Enter the Welch Hall building from the Speedway side. Hot Science – Cool Talks attendees may park at San Jacinto Garage (SJG) at the discounted rate of $3. To access this discount\, bring your ticket from the garage to the event at Welch Hall. PTS staff there can process the discounted charge and validate your ticket 5:30-7:30 PM. Only cash or check will be acceptable forms of payment for the discount. There will not be PTS staff at the garage. Parking on Dean Keeton Street\, also available\, is metered 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM\, and free after 6:00 PM. Please read signs carefully before parking. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/how-a-salamander-saved-a-city-the-politics-and-science-of-endangered-species/
LOCATION:Welch Hall – University of Texas\, 105 E. 24th St\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160408T205005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160408T205121Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Nature Day
DESCRIPTION:The Austin Nature and Science Center is hosting “Austin Nature Day” on Saturday\, April 23rd. \n \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-nature-day/
LOCATION:Austin Nature & Science Center\, 2389 Stratford Drive\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160315T031900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160315T141253Z
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SUMMARY:Building Strong Garden Teams with Sustainable Food Center
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nCommunity and school gardens are a lot like miniature\, volunteer-run organizations\, and to thrive longterm\, they need leadership from strong\, constructive teams. However\, with a variety of personalities and priorities in the mix\, working together is not always easy! \nAt this interactive training\, we will focus on strategies for successful collaboration. We’ll learn strategies for making decisions as a group\, as well as how to draw the best from diverse personalities and leadership styles to build strong teams. \n*English-Spanish translation and childcare available by request (request must be made up to 2 weeks before the event).
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/building-strong-garden-teams-with-sustainable-food-center/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160321T162023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160321T162023Z
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SUMMARY:Little Walnut Creek Tree ID and Mapping Hike with TreeFolks
DESCRIPTION:From TreeFolks –\nHeading to the Earth Day celebration at Mueller starting at noon? Head over to the neighborhood early to learn about Austin’s trees and take home a sweet prize at Little Walnut Creek district park! \nJoin us at Little Walnut Creek park to map trees on the TreeFolks Austin Tree Map\, Austin’s new\, free collaborative community tree map! You’ll learn about the value of mapping trees\, how to map your trees\, and how to share your favorite trees with your friends and community. If you register for free online and attend\, you’ll take home a $10 gift certificate from Whole Earth Provision Co.! \nThis event is free\, but space is limited and we want to hook you up with a gift certificate\, so register to attend at www.treefolks.org/tree-id. \nFor more information about TreeFolks Austin Tree Map visit www.treefolks.org/treemap or contact audrey@treefolks.org. \nTreeFolks Austin Tree Map was launched in 2015 with grants funded by The City of Austin’s Urban Forest Grant Program and The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA).
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/little-walnut-creek-tree-id-and-mapping-hike-with-treefolks/
LOCATION:Little Walnut Creek District Park\, 5100 E 51st St\, Austin \, TX\, 78723\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160422T042550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160422T042550Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Earth Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Austin Earth Day Festival is Saturday\, April 23rd from 1pm to 7pm. \nHere’s what you can expect: \n\nA Conversation Stage featuring panel discussions amongst Austin’s leading environmentalists\nA Kids Zone with yoga\, live music\, and a park ranger program\nAn aerial photo project with Austin Resource Recovery\nSeveral live music stages featuring Asleep at the Wheel\, Ruby Jane and the Reckless\, Sweet Spirit\, Riders Against the Storm\, and Seu Jacinto\nA Latin Expression programming segment\, which will include live music\, guest speakers\, and dance performances\nTons of exhibitor booths to explore\nAnd so much more!\n\nPlease consider biking or taking Capital Metro to the festival. There will be valet bike parking at the event (courtesy of Bike Austin) and Cap Metro buses #37 and #350 will stop directly at the hangar. More info>>
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-earth-day-festival/
LOCATION:Historic Mueller Hangar\, 4550 Mueller Central Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160408T153302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160408T153302Z
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SUMMARY:Mobility Talks Live Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The City of Austin will host two Mobility Talks Live community meetings later this month to seek public input on improving Austin’s transportation network. The April 20th and April 23th come-and-go\, open house events will include general informational displays as well as facilitated\, small-group discussions. The input collected will be presented to the Austin City Council Mobility Committee on June 8th. \nLight refreshments will be provided. Supervised children’s activities will be available. \nFor attendees who would prefer to participate in Mobility Talks Live in a language other than English\, call 512-974-7840 or email mobilitytalks@austintexas.gov no later than April 15th to make arrangements. \nMobility Talks Live is just one of many ways the public can provide feedback. The City of Austin is collecting input online and in person through May 8th. \nCommunity members can also: \n\nTake a brief online survey at MobilityTalks.org (available in English and Spanish).\nFind the Mobility Talks engagement team around town as City staff takes the survey to Council districts. The team will be easy to locate through the “Find Us” link at MobilityTalks.org.\nHave a conversation online at SpeakUpAustin.org.\nParticipate in an April Conversation Corps session to have a facilitated discussion with other Austinites. Visit www.ATXtalks.org for dates and locations.\nAttend a public hearing at a City boards or commissions meeting. Meeting dates are available at MobilityTalks.org.\n\nMobility Talks is the result of recent Austin City Council action calling for public input on transportation priorities. \nIf you have questions\, contact mobilitytalks@austintexas.gov\, 512-974-7840 or 3-1-1.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/mobility-talks-live-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Northwest Recreation Center\, 2913 Northland Drive \, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160315T033703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160315T033703Z
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SUMMARY:“Earth in the Elephant’s Footstep: Christianity\, Buddhism and the Environment.”
DESCRIPTION:From the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin –\nThe Buddha identified appamada\, typically translated as “diligent care\,” as the chief good or highest virtue in his teaching and practice. He likened appamada to the elephant’s footprint—just as the feet of all creatures fit into the elephant’s footprint\, so do all virtues fit into the most comprehensive good of all\, diligent care. This is also a virtue that Jesus of Nazareth embodied and taught—an active and diligent love and care for others\, especially the excluded and most vulnerable. It is a virtue that many people are articulating today—an active and diligent care for the earth. Tom VandeStadt will share how we can draw from both the Buddhist and Judeo-Christian traditions in our own care for the earth. \nTom VandeStadt is the pastor of the Congregational Church of Austin\, United Church of Christ\, and a student at Appamada Zen Center in Austin Texas. He has served on the Board of the Interfaith Environmental Network of Austin\, and is currently a member of Austin Interfaith. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/earth-in-the-elephants-footstep-christianity-buddhism-and-the-environment/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin\, 4700 Grover Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78759\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T101600
CREATED:20160422T030218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160422T030218Z
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SUMMARY:Fashion Revolution Film Screening and Ethical Styling
DESCRIPTION:From Ten Thousand Villages –\nJoin Ten Thousand Villages\, Genesis 7 Image Consulting\, and Dress Well Do Good for an ethical shopping and educational extravaganza! \nApril 24 is Fashion Revolution Day; the anniversary of the Rana Plaza factory collapse in Bangladesh\, and a day of advocacy to encourage sustainability and transparency in fashion supply chains. We will be celebrating with empowering\, sustainable fair trade fashion\, styling ethical outfits from our Spring line with sips and treats and watching the outstanding 2015 documentary\, The True Cost. \n4-5pm – Ethical sip and shop with personal image consulting courtesy ofGenesis 7 Image Consulting and King Liquor.\n5-6:30pm – Film Screening of The True Cost\n6:30-7pm – Fashion discussion with local brands and nonprofits \nWe will be joined by local nonprofits and ethical brands from around Austin\, who will share information about how to shop for good and support social justice and the environment\, simply by changing your wardrobe. \nFind out how dressing ethically can be easy on the planet and your wallet\, learn more about fair trade and sustainable fashions\, and meet likeminded ethical fashionistas! See you on April 24!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/fashion-revolution-film-screening-and-ethical-styling/
LOCATION:Ten Thousand Villages\, 4803 Burnet Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
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SUMMARY:Solar Austin Happy Hour: Living Building Challenge
DESCRIPTION:From Solar Austin –\nPlan to be inspired by the solar opportunity within the Living Building Challenge™.  LBC is the built environment’s most rigorous performance standard. It calls for the creation of building projects at all scales that operate as cleanly\, beautifully and efficiently as nature’s architecture. The certification process under the Challenge requires that projects meet a series of ambitious performance requirements over a minimum of 12 months of continuous occupancy.  We will hear the living proof story of the building of the Bullitt Center\, a local\, place-based community transformation in Seattle. \nAround the world\, passionate individuals are advocating for restorative building practices. They’re spreading the word and removing barriers to change.  It begins by sharing resources and collaborating locally to pursue Living Building Challenge certification. \nJoin us to hear from Karen Knight about the Living Building Challenge!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/solar-austin-happy-hour-living-building-challenge/
LOCATION:Scholz Garten\, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Green Drinks with TREIA
DESCRIPTION:From Net Impact Austin –\nThis month we’re hosting Melissa Miller\, standing board President of TREIA (Texas Renewable Energy Industry Alliance) and wind power developer\, who will speak with us about the current wind power climate in Texas and how the PTC extension has spurred development of the industry.\nAbout Melissa\nMelissa Miller\, Project Development Manager at EDF-RE\, has over 13 years of experience developing Texas renewables. As former President of Miller Wind + Renewables and Vice President of Texas Development for Cielo Wind Power\, Ms. Miller has diverse experience in large-scale commercial wind project development\, including the operational 161MW Brazos Wind Project\, 78MW Golden Spread Panhandle Wind Ranch\, 161MW Spinning Spur Wind Ranch\, and the 161MW Spinning Spur Two Wind Ranch and the development of the 200MW Unity Wind Project. \nThrough Miller Wind + Renewables\, Ms. Miller consulted in the areas of tax abatement and real estate negotiation for a number of renewable energy developers and developed large-scale wind and solar projects for landowners in Texas.  As a longtime advocate for Texas economic and energy initiatives\, Melissa currently serves as a TREIA’s board President.  She is also the former Executive Director for the Austin Independent Business Alliance
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-drinks-with-treia/
LOCATION:Austin Green Room\, 4804 B Grover Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Austin Zero Waste Alliance (AZWA) Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Zero Waste Alliance –\nPlease join AZWA for it’s Earth Month meeting to discuss Zero Waste strategies and plan for civic actions around keeping residential curbside composting programs alive through the Austin City Council budget process. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-zero-waste-alliance-azwa-monthly-meeting-22/
LOCATION:Recycled Reads\, 5335 Burnet Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
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