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SUMMARY:Start Your Vegetable Garden! Supplies Included!
DESCRIPTION:From TreeHouse –\nHorticulturist\, Jasmine Martinez\, walks you through starting your own vegetable garden!  This interactive class includes planters\, soil\, seeds\, and a colorful trowel in the ticket price! Take your new garden home with you! Space is limited.  Reserve your spot today!   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/start-vegetable-garden-supplies-included/
LOCATION:TreeHouse\, 4477 South Lamar Boulevard\, #600\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fermentation Block Party
DESCRIPTION:From in.gredients –\nMusic and toys and pickles\, oh my! It’s going to be another bumpin’ Block Party at in.gredients. \nThere are few human inventions we love as much as fermentation\, which can add health\, flavor and longevity to our foods AND has given us the gift of booze. And we are blessed to work with an incedible number of local fermenters\, running the gamut from tempeh to saké. Joining us with samples and demos on the third will be Kala’s Kuisine (with their famous kimchi and fancy fermented Meyer lemons!)\, Boulanger Fermentations\,KTonic Kombucha\, Texas Keeper Cider\, Blue Owl Brewing and Brazos Valley Brewing Company – just to name a few! \nWe’ll also be featuring some of our favorite homegrown local musicians to keep things grooving all afternoon\, including Ethan Azarian\, Josh Blaine of Finding Our Voice\, Quinn Taylor Walton and more. \nAnd of course\, we’ll provide fun for the kiddos as well! Toybrary Austin is going to be bringing balloons and an awesome selection of toys from their toy library\, so the little ones will have plenty to enjoy – even if they don’t yet appreciate the joys of sauerkraut and kombucha! \nAs always\, 1% of proceeds from the entire day will go to our Nonprofit Community Partner\, Lone Star Victims Advocacy Project. \nDon’t miss this little free fest with a LOT to love.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/fermentation-block-party/
LOCATION:in.gredients\, 2610 Manor Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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SUMMARY:Food Chains Screening
DESCRIPTION:From in.gredients –\nAfter our Fermentation Block Party from 3 – 7\, join us for a screening of the stirring documentary\, Food Chains! \nAbout Food Chains:\n“Food Chains explores the exploitation of farm workers in the agriculture industry in the United States\, the complicity of government and corporations in perpetuating human rights abuses and the role consumers can play in ending some of the most egregious human rights violations within our borders. \nFood Chains is a fact-based essay form documentary\, aiming not simply to inspire emotion but direct action through the exploration of a number of extremely enlightening and compelling narratives. \nFood Chains stars Eric Schlosser\, Eva Longoria\, Dolores Huerta\, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.\, Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis\, Congresswoman Barbara Lee and a number of farmers\, farm workers and activists.” \n1% of in.gredients proceeds for the entire day will be going to our current Nonprofit Community Partner\, Lone Star Victims Advocacy Project. This wonderful local organization helps to support vulnerable immigrant communities like those highlighted in the film.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/food-chains-screening-2/
LOCATION:in.gredients\, 2610 Manor Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180305T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180305T130000
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SUMMARY:OF EELS AND OYSTERS: Barstow luncheon - The Amazing Ecosystems of the Colorado River and Matagorda Bay
DESCRIPTION:From the Colorado River Alliance –\nOf Eels & Oysters: The Amazing Ecosystems of the Colorado River and Matagorda Bay\nOn Monday\, March 5\, please join the Colorado River Alliance as we dive into the ecosystems that make our Texas Colorado River unique. This luncheon discussion will be held from 11:30 to 1 p.m. at the Austin Board of Realtors offices (map). Speakers include Dr. Dean Hendrickson\, Curator of the University of Texas Fish Collections\, and Director of the Fishes of Texas Project\, along with Leslie Hartman\, Matagorda Bay Ecosystem Leader from Texas Parks & Wildlife. Discussions will touch on imperiled fish species\, the life cycle of eels\, changing ecology of the river\, and how flows from the Colorado River support coastal creatures. Your $40 ticket includes lunch. \nYou can purchase your ticket here. \nAbout the Barstow Speaker Series\nFor eleven years\, the Colorado River Alliance’s Barstow Speaker Series has hosted energetic and important conversations about water issues and the future of the Texas Colorado River. In a Barstow event\, a recognized speaker or group of panelists shares information about a current issue\, followed by a candid question-and-answer session with guests. Guests typically include water leaders\, policymakers\, academics\, and representatives of the business\, conservation\, and philanthropic communities. \nA big THANK YOU goes out to our partner for this event\, the Austin Board of Realtors\, along with program sponsors Dan & Paula Herd\, The Barstow Foundation\, Terry McDaniel & Company\, and Jim & Katie Kaighin. The event is also supported by the Shield Ranch Foundation and its El Ranchito program and HDR.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/eels-oysters-barstow-luncheon-amazing-ecosystems-colorado-river-matagorda-bay/
LOCATION:Austin Board of REALTORS\, 4800 Spicewood Springs Rd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78759\, United States
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SUMMARY:Managing Groundwater in Travis County: How\, Why and Where?
DESCRIPTION:From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center\, the Hill Country Alliance\, and the Meadows Center for Water and The Environment –\nThe Meadows Center will host a moderated panel discussion on March 7 from 6pm to 9pm at the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center to provide insight on the newly constructed Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District. \nDiscussions will focus on efforts to preserve groundwater as well as water-related issues facing residents in Travis County. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet candidates running for positions on the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District Board of Directors. \nThe event is an excellent opportunity for residents to hear from the officials who will govern the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District and gain valuable information on what they can do to help water conservation efforts in Travis County. \nFollowing the panel discussion\, all attendees are invited to attend a reception co-sponsored by the Hill Country Alliance. \nFor more information about the panel discussion\, visit http://bit.ly/TravisCountyGCD. Future exhibit dates for Our Desired Future may be found online at http://Calendar.MeadowsWater.org/
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/managing-groundwater-travis-county/
LOCATION:Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center\,  24814 Hamilton Pool Rd. \, Round Mountain\, TX\, 78663\, United States
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SUMMARY:[Re]Verse Pitch Final Competition
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Resource Recovery –\nAt the final event\, the [Re]Verse Pitch finalists compete to see which repurposing business ideas will receive an Innovation Prize to start the new venture. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, but your RSVP is requested. \nParking will be available at the City Hall garage. Light refreshments will be served. \nLearn more about the competition at http://reversepitch.org
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/reverse-pitch-final-competition-2/
LOCATION:Atlassian\, 303 Colorado St #1600\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180307T203000
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SUMMARY:SFC: Introduction to Food Gardening (3-Class Series) Session #2-C
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nIf you are a new gardener or new to gardening in Central Texas\, and if you are looking for a holistic introduction to organic food growing\, then this Sustainable Food Center class is just for you. Taught by expert food gardeners\, this 3-part series combines hands-on activities and classroom discussion to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to start and maintain an organic and sustainable food garden. Whether you hope to garden in a yard\, on a balcony\, or at a community garden\, this class series will give you a strong foundation for growing your own food. \nClass 1: On day one\, participants learn what it means to garden organically. You also learn about the sunlight and soil needs of vegetable gardens\, and you work together to weed\, amend and plant one of the beds in SFC’s Teaching Garden. \nClass 2: On day two\, participants learn all about watering\, from the basics of watering seeds and transplants to water conservation. Participants also develop their observation skills by taking a guided tour through the Teaching Garden and the adjacent community garden. \nClass 3: Day three is devoted to composting and to organic pest and disease management. We begin with a bug hunt then continue with a discussion of environmentally-friendly ways to control pests and diseases. During the second part of class\, participants enjoy a hands-on lesson in building and tending compost systems. \nParticipants also take home a 45-page manual produced by SFC and designed specifically for Central Texas food growers. You can purchase your ticket here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sfc-introduction-to-food-gardening-3-class-series-session-2-c/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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SUMMARY:SFC: Introduction to Food Gardening (3-Class Series) Session #3-C
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nIf you are a new gardener or new to gardening in Central Texas\, and if you are looking for a holistic introduction to organic food growing\, then this Sustainable Food Center class is just for you. Taught by expert food gardeners\, this 3-part series combines hands-on activities and classroom discussion to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to start and maintain an organic and sustainable food garden. Whether you hope to garden in a yard\, on a balcony\, or at a community garden\, this class series will give you a strong foundation for growing your own food. \nClass 1: On day one\, participants learn what it means to garden organically. You also learn about the sunlight and soil needs of vegetable gardens\, and you work together to weed\, amend and plant one of the beds in SFC’s Teaching Garden. \nClass 2: On day two\, participants learn all about watering\, from the basics of watering seeds and transplants to water conservation. Participants also develop their observation skills by taking a guided tour through the Teaching Garden and the adjacent community garden. \nClass 3: Day three is devoted to composting and to organic pest and disease management. We begin with a bug hunt then continue with a discussion of environmentally-friendly ways to control pests and diseases. During the second part of class\, participants enjoy a hands-on lesson in building and tending compost systems. \nParticipants also take home a 45-page manual produced by SFC and designed specifically for Central Texas food growers. Tickets can be purchased here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sfc-introduction-to-food-gardening-3-class-series-session-3-c/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180310T113000
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SUMMARY:Staci Gray Kids' Concert
DESCRIPTION:From in.gredients –\nStaci Gray’s original music gets children to sing\, dance\, and get their sillies out. Parents can relax and sip on a delicious cappuccino or latte\, and of course\, they are welcome to sing\, dance\, and get their sillies out\, too! \nStaci Gray will be followed this time by Crafternoon at In.gredients! Bring the little ones for a whole morning and afternoon of creative fun for kids.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/staci-gray-kids-concert-3/
LOCATION:in.gredients\, 2610 Manor Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180310T133000
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SUMMARY:Kombucha and Kimchi
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree Class from Brite Ideas: Kombucha and Kimchi \nFermented foods have gained popularity\, but to get the most from these they need to be alive and freshly made. Learn how to make these delicious and potently healthy foods. Special guest speaker Miles Delleney \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/kombucha-and-kimchi-2/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180310T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180310T160000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Beekeeping!
DESCRIPTION:From TreeHouse –\nAn introduction to Backyard Beekeeping that focuses on honeybees\, equipment\, costs\, rules and regulations\, and basic management technics for the novice beekeeper.  This beginner beekeeping course will give you all the basic information needed to get you familiar with honeybees\, and what it takes to get started in beekeeping. \nYou can RSVP here. \nClass section highlights: \n\nGetting to know the Honeybee\nTools and Equipment needed for Beekeeping\nRules and Regulations for keeping Honeybees\nBasic Management Technics\n\n Bio: \nJohn Swan is the owner of Wicked Bee Apiary where he manages as many as 30 to 50 honeybee hives\, depending on the season and the year.  Through his Apiary\, John provides training and consultations\, as well as hive management services\, for other beekeepers; teaches beekeeping classes; and facilitates presentations for school age youths on the wonders of the honey bee. \nJohn is also the owner of Wicked Bee Removal Service\, which was created to help save honeybees from unnecessary extermination by providing live removal and relocation services when bees setup a colony in an undesirable location.  Each year John saves over 50 feral honeybee colonies\, on average\, from extermination!  John is currently serving his second term as the President of the Travis County Beekeeper’s Association and an Advanced member of the Texas Master Beekeeper’s program. When he isn’t playing with his bees\, or rescuing other bees\, John is talking about bees and helping educate people about their importance.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/backyard-beekeeping/
LOCATION:TreeHouse\, 4477 South Lamar Boulevard\, #600\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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SUMMARY:Star Party at Westcave Preserve
DESCRIPTION:From Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center –\nTour the night skies at Westcave Preserve\, a dark sky location convenient to Austin. Star Party nights are an ideal opportunity to enjoy an evening gazing at the stars through a high-quality telescope. With local astronomers on hand to answer questions\, you’ll be delighted and amazed by what you see and learn! \nRESERVATIONS REQUIRED \n$15 adult (18+) | $5 child (4 – 17) \nStar Party Dates:\nMar. 10\, 7:00 – 9:00pm\nApril 14\, 8:30 – 10:30pm\nMay 19\, 9:00 – 11:00pm\nJune 16\, 9:00 – 11:00pm\n\nEvents are weather permitting. To make a reservation\, email starparty@westcave.org or call 830.825.3442 \nPlease include a phone number and the size of your group in your email or phone message.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/star-party-at-westcave-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center\,  24814 Hamilton Pool Rd. \, Round Mountain\, TX\, 78663\, United States
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SUMMARY:Creek Crew Happy Hour: Speak Up For Austin's Waterways
DESCRIPTION:From the Save Barton Creek Association (SBCA) –\nHow do you connect to Austin’s waterways? \nCome out and learn how you can get involved in the protection and management of Austin’s waterways. Kevin Jeffery\, a current UT master’s student\, will be speaking about the expansion of his Blue Index Project. This project aims to harness community engagement to advocate for the protection of Austin’s shared waters and inform city water policy. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/creek-crew-happy-hour-speak-austins-waterways/
LOCATION:Baker Street Pub\, 3003 S. Lamar Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180313T210000
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club Monthly Happy Hour: CodeNEXT and the Environment
DESCRIPTION:From the Sierra Club –\nHappy Hour /food and beverages (http://www.scholzgarten.com/): 6-7 pm \nSocializing and informal discussions on current events: 6-7 pm \nAnnouncements and program begin at 7 pm \nPROGRAM: CodeNEXT: Draft 3 and the Environment\, with Dave Sullivan \nDave Sullivan is a Research Associate in the Center for Energy and Environmental Resources at the University of Texas at Austin. He has been studying air quality since 2005 and has been working on the city’s CodeNEXT project since 2013. He was previously a data analyst\, team leader\, and section manager at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality\, 1993 – 2005. He commutes to and from work by bicycle and bus. He is active in local community affairs\, and he has served on a handful of non-profit boards of directors including the Austin chapter of the Sierra Club (mid-1990s) and the Save Barton Creek Association. He has also served on City of Austin citizen boards including the Planning Commission (16 years) and the Zero Waste Advisory Commission. Dr. Sullivan received his undergraduate degree in Engineering and Applied Sciences from Harvard University. He received his M.S. degree in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering in 1984 and his Ph.D. degree in Management Sciences and Information Systems in 1997 from The University of Texas at Austin. \nConsider biking\, carpooling\, or taking Cap Metro (http://www.capmetro.org/planner) to the meeting. Free parking is available after 6pm on San Jacinto and nearby streets.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sierra-club-monthly-happy-hour-codenext-and-the-environment/
LOCATION:Scholz Garten\, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180316T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180316T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180322T043042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180322T043042Z
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SUMMARY:GREEN DRINKS AND TOUR OF LIVE OAK BREWING COMPANY!
DESCRIPTION:From the US Green Building Council –\nTour the brewery around 6 pm. There will be no fees for the venue or tour. \nLive Oak has an amazing taproom and great outdoor spaces under beautiful LIVE OAKS!  Free – come out and meet fellow environmental enthusiasts (USGBC\, AIA Committee on the Environment\, many others…) \nDoor Prizes for the first 20 attendees. Plus other drawings! \nFind out more about Live Oak Brewing Company here: http://liveoakbrewing.com/
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-drinks-and-tour-of-live-oak-brewing-company/
LOCATION:Live Oak Brewing\, 1615 Crozier Lane\, Del Valle (Behind Fast Park across from Airport)\, 78617\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180220T052900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180220T052900Z
UID:35919-1521277200-1521284400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Greenbelt Hike and Trash Pickup
DESCRIPTION:From the Save Barton Creek Association –\nJoin us on this special hike as we explore the Barton Creek Greenbelt from the Spyglass entrance. We will be collecting trash on this hike\, as well as learning about the Blue Index project from Kevin Jeffery – the mastermind behind it. \nBlue Index is a student project designed to expand public participation in the protection and management of Austin waterways. Through a network of 30 stations that span 16 watersheds\, outdoor space users are asked to share a photo\, take an assessment\, and lend their voice to this emerging collaborative effort. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to take a water assessment at the station located at The Flats. Additionally\, trash collected on this hike will be used to create an Earthbench! Learn more about an Earthbench here:http://www.earthbench.org/earthbench-101.html
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/greenbelt-hike-trash-pickup/
LOCATION:Barton Creek Greenbelt (Spyglass Entrance)\, 1601 Spyglass Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Barton Creek Greenbelt (Spyglass Entrance) 1601 Spyglass Dr Austin TX 78746 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1601 Spyglass Dr:geo:-97.7915012,30.260283
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20171128T214748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171128T214748Z
UID:34847-1521277200-1521288000@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:SFC: Introduction to Food Gardening (3-Class Series) Session #1-D
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nIf you are a new gardener or new to gardening in Central Texas\, and if you are looking for a holistic introduction to organic food growing\, then this Sustainable Food Center class is just for you. Taught by expert food gardeners\, this 3-part series combines hands-on activities and classroom discussion to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to start and maintain an organic and sustainable food garden. Whether you hope to garden in a yard\, on a balcony\, or at a community garden\, this class series will give you a strong foundation for growing your own food. \nClass 1: On day one\, participants learn what it means to garden organically. You also learn about the sunlight and soil needs of vegetable gardens\, and you work together to weed\, amend and plant one of the beds in SFC’s Teaching Garden. \nClass 2: On day two\, participants learn all about watering\, from the basics of watering seeds and transplants to water conservation. Participants also develop their observation skills by taking a guided tour through the Teaching Garden and the adjacent community garden. \nClass 3: Day three is devoted to composting and to organic pest and disease management. We begin with a bug hunt then continue with a discussion of environmentally-friendly ways to control pests and diseases. During the second part of class\, participants enjoy a hands-on lesson in building and tending compost systems. \nParticipants also take home a 45-page manual produced by SFC and designed specifically for Central Texas food growers. Tickets can be purchased here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sfc-introduction-to-food-gardening-3-class-series-session-1-d/
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:20180317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180307T173331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180307T173331Z
UID:36014-1521277200-1521288000@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Management Workshop For Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:From TreeFolks –\nWant to recruit your neighbors and friends to work on a Stewardship Project? Want to learn more about how to recruit and sustain volunteer interest in your Stewardship Project? This upcoming workshop will do just that! \nYou can purchase your tickets here. \nThis workshop is organized into two sessions to help you learn best practices for volunteer managment and then apply those skills to your own project in a hands-on workshop. In the first session\, we’ll learn from Wendy Biro-Pollard\, a nationally known expert on volunteers and trends in volunteerism. Wendy will present the historical changes in volunteerism\, and discuss how recent trends in volunteer engagement are relevant for planning your projects. She will offer strategies for volunteer retention and minimizing attrition. The second session will be a workshop facilitated by Jo Gammans\, TreeFolks Volunteer & Communications Coordinator. Concepts and strategies presented earlier will be applied to your individual projects in a supportive and constructive environment\, and Jo will help you figure out the nuts and bolts of integrating volunteers into your project. \nSee more of Wendy’s expertise here: http://wendybiro-pollard.com/ \nLearn more about Urban Forest Stewards at https://www.treefolks.org/ufs/ \nSupport TreeFolks with a donation today! https://www.treefolks.org/donate/
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/volunteer-management-workshop-for-stewardship/
LOCATION:Austin Water Center For Environmental Research\, 2210 FM973\, Austin\, TX\, 78725\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180220T054354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180220T054354Z
UID:35926-1521282600-1521286200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Make A Candle Class With The Beeswax Company
DESCRIPTION:From TreeHouse –\nJoin us to make your own beeswax candle with The Beeswax Company of Dripping Springs! This class will also cover tips & tricks for practical uses of beeswax. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/make-candle-class-beeswax-company/
LOCATION:TreeHouse\, 4477 South Lamar Boulevard\, #600\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180228T211734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T211734Z
UID:35953-1521284400-1521288000@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Green Remodeling 101
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Habitat for Humanity ReStore and Austin Energy Green Building –\nSpring is in the air! There’s green in trees\, green in the grass\, so why not some green in your home? \nJoin Austin Energy at the Habitat ReStore on Saturday\, March 17 from 11am – 12pm to learn more about green remodeling! Austin Energy Green Building will give tips on choosing green materials and upcycling materials into your renovation projects. Find out more about the best materials to reuse\, the characteristics of green materials and where to find help. \nAll Building Bar Workshops are free and open to the public.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-remodeling-101-3/
LOCATION:Habitat for Humanity ReStore\, 500 W Ben White Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180315T202442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180315T202442Z
UID:36098-1521288000-1521293400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Organic Hydroponics
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree Class from Brite Ideas: Organic Hydroponics \nCome learn what organic hydroponics can do for the environment and the future of food production. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/organic-hydroponics-3/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180319T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180314T151117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T151117Z
UID:36068-1521484200-1521495000@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Young Sierrans Monthly Meeting And Social
DESCRIPTION:From the Sierra Club –\nYoung Sierrans is the group of Sierra Club folks between the ages of 21 and 39-ish. We meet each month at the Waller Creek Pub House for socializing\, discussion and brainstorming. \n6:30-7pm – Happy hour and socializing \n7pm – Announcements and program begins \nJoin us to find out what the Young Sierrans are up to this month and give us your ideas about what events you’d like to see – help chart our future outings\, events and outreach! \nConsider cycling or taking Cap Metro (http://www.capmetro.org/planner) to the event. Free street parking is available after 6pm on Mondays\, but double check signage in your parking area.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/young-sierrans-monthly-meeting-and-social/
LOCATION:Waller Creek Pub House\, 603 Sabine Street\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180320T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180307T172240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180307T172240Z
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SUMMARY:CleanTX Member Night Party!
DESCRIPTION:From CleanTX –\nRSVP Here:\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/pBQl0MPCydtt19fm1 \nCome celebrate our appreciation for our members with us. We can’t do what we do without you! \nRelax\, have a drink\, hear some great music and network with people in the Texas clean tech industry. Feel free to invite coworkers\, friends\, and significant others\, it’s a party! \nFree pizza and beer with RSVP!* \n$10 for pizza and beer without an RSVP \nWe will be serving Lone Star beer and Austin’s Pizza. \nGluten free\, vegetarian and vegan pizza options will be available for those who list a preference in their RSVP. \n*While supplies last \nMusic starts at 6:30pm\, featuring Antone’s Big Trio \nValet parking will be available. For street parking and garage parking nearby see parking map:\nhttp://cleantx.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Antones-STREET-PARKING-MAP.pdf \nSponsored by\nSkyles Bayne \nRSVP here:\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/pBQl0MPCydtt19fm1
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/cleantx-member-night-party/
LOCATION:Antone’s Nightclub\, 305 E 5th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Antone’s Nightclub 305 E 5th St Austin TX 78701 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=305 E 5th St:geo:-97.7403876,30.2660523
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180314T144413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T144413Z
UID:36058-1521570600-1521577800@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:350 Austin Open Meeting
DESCRIPTION:From 350 Austin –\nCome hear about all the exciting changes happening with 350 Austin! We are moving from a team-based to a campaign-based organization with our primary campaign focus being to move Austin Energy to being carbon-free ASAP. \nWe will be sharing how we intend to utilize a variety of strategies and tactics\, including traditional as well as non-violent direct actions. There will be something to do for everyone in this campaign. \nWe will start with a short presentation on our laser-focused\, multi-faceted campaign by our own Ellie Fogleman. Then we will settle into getting work done. \nCome by 6 pm to order food and drinks. The program will begin at 6:30. \nLots of free parking on the street and in the garages across the street. Better yet\, pedal over or ride the bus. Several have stops right in front of Scholz Garten.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/350-austin-open-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Scholz Garten\, 1607 San Jacinto Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180320T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180314T151554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T151554Z
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club Book Club: Cadillac Desert
DESCRIPTION:From the Sierra Club –\nThis book club meeting is being set two months in advance\, due to the book being larger than most books we’ve done. It’s 495 pages of well researched stories of how rivers were dammed and water was supplied to cities situated in some of the most inhospitable places in America. \nAmazon.com describes the books as… \n“The story of the American West is the story of a relentless quest for a precious resource: water. It is a tale of rivers diverted and dammed\, of political corruption and intrigue\, of billion-dollar battles over water rights\, of ecological and economic disaster. In his landmark book\, Cadillac Desert\, Marc Reisner writes of the earliest settlers\, lured by the promise of paradise\, and of the ruthless tactics employed by Los Angeles politicians and business interests to ensure the city’s growth…..” \nThere was a four part documentary series made based on this book. It can currently be viewed on youtube.com. \nToo heavy for you? The next book after this is by one of my favorite authors\, Michael Pollan\, author of Omnivore’s Dilemma and a few of his fascinating books have been turned into documentaries as well. April’s book will be “Second Nature” by Michael Pollan. The New York Times reviewed it by saying: “[It’s a] delicious a meditation on one man’s relationships with the Earth as any you are likely to come upon” \nThe book club will be meeting at the picnic tables called the “Rock Garden\,” uphill from Zilker Theater at Zilker Park.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sierra-club-book-club-cadillac-desert/
LOCATION:Zilker Park\, 2100 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180314T215852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T215852Z
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SUMMARY:A Water Plan For The Next 100 Years - Public Workshop #5
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Water –\nDawson Elementary – School Cafeteria\n3001 S 1st St.\, Austin\, TX \nParking: Available in front\, sides and the street \nAustin Water will host its next public workshop to discuss Water Forward\, Austin’s Integrated Water Resource Plan. Staff and consultants will be on hand to discuss draft plan recommendations. We would like to gather your input as we move closer to finalizing the plan. For more information visit austintexas.gov/waterforward \nThis will be a kid-friendly event. \nMore about Water Forward \nWhy do we need a plan?\nCurrently all of our drinking water comes from one source – the Highland Lakes\, which are fed by the Colorado River. During our last drought\, the lakes dipped to dangerously low levels and according to studies\, climate change will likely only lead to more prolonged droughts. \nSo far\, our community has already taken conservation very seriously. As Austin Water reports\, water use today is about the same as it was in the late 1990s\, despite the fact that Austin is now home to about 300\,000 more people. With the Water Forward plan\, Austin Water hopes to continue this culture of conservation into the future\, while looking for new and innovative water supply sources and conservation measures. More info>>
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/a-water-plan-for-the-next-100-years-public-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Dawson Elementary School\, 3001 S 1st St\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20171128T214908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171128T214908Z
UID:34849-1521658800-1521664200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:SFC: Introduction to Food Gardening (3-Class Series) Session #2-D
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nIf you are a new gardener or new to gardening in Central Texas\, and if you are looking for a holistic introduction to organic food growing\, then this Sustainable Food Center class is just for you. Taught by expert food gardeners\, this 3-part series combines hands-on activities and classroom discussion to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to start and maintain an organic and sustainable food garden. Whether you hope to garden in a yard\, on a balcony\, or at a community garden\, this class series will give you a strong foundation for growing your own food. \nClass 1: On day one\, participants learn what it means to garden organically. You also learn about the sunlight and soil needs of vegetable gardens\, and you work together to weed\, amend and plant one of the beds in SFC’s Teaching Garden. \nClass 2: On day two\, participants learn all about watering\, from the basics of watering seeds and transplants to water conservation. Participants also develop their observation skills by taking a guided tour through the Teaching Garden and the adjacent community garden. \nClass 3: Day three is devoted to composting and to organic pest and disease management. We begin with a bug hunt then continue with a discussion of environmentally-friendly ways to control pests and diseases. During the second part of class\, participants enjoy a hands-on lesson in building and tending compost systems. \nParticipants also take home a 45-page manual produced by SFC and designed specifically for Central Texas food growers. Tickets can be purchased here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sfc-introduction-to-food-gardening-3-class-series-session-2-d/
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:20180322T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T102643
CREATED:20180307T165820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180307T165820Z
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SUMMARY:Discussion On Mattress Recycling
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Resource Recovery –\nAustin Resource Recovery is exploring solutions to divert mattresses in Austin. We are seeking stakeholder input on the topic of mattress recycling from retailers\, residents\, and other mattress generators. \nPlease join us to share your thoughts and insights on what would make a successful mattress recycling program. You can RSVP here. \nAgenda:\n10:30- Welcome & Introductions\n10:45- Staff Overview of Mattress Recycling\n11:00- Discussion\n11:45- Wrap Up\n\nThis meeting will focus on hearing from residents and businesses who have mattresses they need to discard. ARR will separately request feedback from potential recipients of mattresses for recycling. \nCan’t join us in person? Fill out a survey at the link below to share your feedback. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/mattressesatx
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/discussion-on-mattress-recycling/
LOCATION:Ruiz Branch Library\, 1600 Grove Blvd\, Austin\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Organic Food Gardening (Free)
DESCRIPTION:From the Central Texas Food Bank and the Sustainable Food Center –\nThe Central Texas Food Bank and Sustainable Food Center are partnering to offer the three-part Introduction to Organic Food Gardening class series to our clients and Partner Agency staff in Travis County. \nSeries topics include: \n\n3/23 Container Gardening\n3/30 Gardening in the Ground\n4/6 Composting and Organic Pest Control\n\nYou can RSVP here. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/introduction-organic-food-gardening-free-2/2018-03-23/
LOCATION:Central Texas Food Bank\, 6500 Metropolis Dr.\, AUSTIN\, TX\, 78744-3123\, United States
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SUMMARY:SFC: Introduction to Food Gardening (3-Class Series) Session #3-D
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nIf you are a new gardener or new to gardening in Central Texas\, and if you are looking for a holistic introduction to organic food growing\, then this Sustainable Food Center class is just for you. Taught by expert food gardeners\, this 3-part series combines hands-on activities and classroom discussion to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to start and maintain an organic and sustainable food garden. Whether you hope to garden in a yard\, on a balcony\, or at a community garden\, this class series will give you a strong foundation for growing your own food. \nClass 1: On day one\, participants learn what it means to garden organically. You also learn about the sunlight and soil needs of vegetable gardens\, and you work together to weed\, amend and plant one of the beds in SFC’s Teaching Garden. \nClass 2: On day two\, participants learn all about watering\, from the basics of watering seeds and transplants to water conservation. Participants also develop their observation skills by taking a guided tour through the Teaching Garden and the adjacent community garden. \nClass 3: Day three is devoted to composting and to organic pest and disease management. We begin with a bug hunt then continue with a discussion of environmentally-friendly ways to control pests and diseases. During the second part of class\, participants enjoy a hands-on lesson in building and tending compost systems. \nParticipants also take home a 45-page manual produced by SFC and designed specifically for Central Texas food growers. Tickets can be purchased here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sfc-introduction-to-food-gardening-3-class-series-session-3-d/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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