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SUMMARY:Climate Defenders Empowerment Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join a new gathering of the Austin Citizens’ Climate Lobby to meet other like-minded people who care deeply about climate change\, and also experience the feelings that come with it. Our initial meeting will be this Thursday\, March 24 at 7:00 pm. We plan to begin promptly and conclude at the end of the hour. \n\n \nOur purpose is to come together\, support each other\, to create a space to share our feelings and concerns about the changes to the natural world\, and to find hope in what we as individuals and as a community can do.\n\n \nOur first gathering will be virtual\, and we’ll likely remain virtual for the time being. (Note new link from previous announcement.)\n\n \nThursday\, March 24 at 7:00 pm\nZoom link: https://citizensclimate.zoom.us/j/6963048644\nPasscode 123\n\n \nFighting climate change is not easy. Our hope is for you to leave this gathering restored and supported in this critical work. To save the climate\, we must also support each other.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/climate-defenders-empowerment-circle/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Networking
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SUMMARY:Global Climate Strike Austin
DESCRIPTION:ATX\, join us on March 25th at 5pm as we march from the UT tower to the State Capitol in solidarity with the Fridays For Future Global Climate Strike. Contact saveourfuture.sfcc@gmail.com to learn how to co-host the event with us\, or visit fridaysforfuture.org for more information.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/global-climate-strike-austin-2/
LOCATION:UT Tower\, 110 Inner Campus Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220326T100000
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting for AUS Draft Environmental Assessment (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Following a scoping phase & public comment period last fall\, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has finalized its Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) in support of the Airport Expansion and Development Program (AEDP)\, which guides construction and development at the airport over the next five to seven years. The EA is a review process guided by National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) that will assess potential impacts to the environment associated with airport construction projects. Once completed\, the Environmental Assessment will be submitted to the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) for review and approval.\n \nFrom now until April 7\, 2022\, Austin and Travis County residents can review the Draft EA\, which is now available online at SpeakUpAustin.org/AUS-EA (or in print at the below locations)\, and submit comments. Comments are submitted through the project website\, mail or at one of the upcoming public meetings. Comments and their responses will be included in the final Draft EA that will be presented to the Federal Aviation Administration.\n \nPrint copies of the Draft EA are available at the following locations: \n\nAustin-Bergstrom International Airport Planning & Development Building\n2716 Spirit of Texas Drive. Austin\, TX 78719\nAustin City Hall\n301 W 2nd St\, Austin\, TX 78701\nRuiz Branch Library\n1600 Grove Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78741\n\n\n \nAUS is hosting an in-person open house for community members to learn more about the Draft Environmental Assessment\, ask questions to the project team & provide their comments on the EA. Please join us and submit your comments before the deadline on April 7. Spanish interpretation will be provided. \n \nCOVID-19 Safety Precautions: All attendees must wear face masks throughout the event & maintain distance from one another. If you have recently tested positive\, have had a known exposure to COVID-19 or feel unwell\, please join us virtually for the Zoom meeting on March 23.\n \nVisit SpeakUpAustin.org/AUS-EA for more information.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/public-meeting-for-aus-draft-environmental-assessment-in-person/
LOCATION:Airport Planning & Development Building – 2716 Spirit of Texas Drive Austin\, Texas 78719\, 2716 Spirit of Texas Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220326T200000
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SUMMARY:Crafty Hour!
DESCRIPTION:ACR’s Crafty Hour takes place on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each moth. It’s a time to come hangout in our workshop and create with others! We’ll have tons of materials available for you to play with\, with a heavy focus on the Reuse & [Re]Think material of the month. For March\, it’s paper scraps & ephemera!\n \nTotally FREE\, though donations are appreciated! Masks required.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/crafty-hour/
LOCATION:Austin Creative Reuse\, 2005 Wheless Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Class/Skill-Building
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SUMMARY:Birding Tour with Travis Audubon Society
DESCRIPTION:Join Shoal Creek Conservancy and Travis Audubon Society as we enjoy a Winter birding walk at Beverly Sheffield Northwest District Park. We will be looking for winter visitors such as White-throated\, Song\, and Lincoln’s Sparrows; Cedar Waxwings and American Goldfinches; Orange-crowned and Yellow-rumped Warblers; and possibly even some adorable Golden-crowned Kinglets! We also hope to enjoy our year-round residents such as Red-Shouldered and Cooper’s Hawks\, Red-bellied and Downy Woodpeckers\, and the usual Hill country songbirds such as Titmice\, Carolina Chickadees\, and Northern Cardinals.\n  \nBeginners\, as well as experienced birders\, are welcome. Not all portions of the planned route are easily accessible to those with mobility challenges\, but the main portion of the park and playground area are. We can make adjustments in our route if necessary. Restrooms are available at the playground\, but soap may not be stocked so consider bringing hand sanitizer.  Bring water or snacks\, if you desire. And\, wear footwear and layers appropriate for the weather and dirt nature trails.\n  \nMeet at the playground on the side closest to the NW parking lot at 7:45 am.  Registration is limited to 20 people (we will split into two groups of 10). In order to keep y’all safe and to reduce the spread of COVID\, we are requiring participants to wear a mask at all times.\n  \nPlease refrain from sharing equipment with people outside of your household. There will be a small supply of loaner binoculars for individuals that don’t have their own. Please DO NOT attend if you have a fever\, cough\, any other symptoms of illness\, or if you have had a known exposure to Covid-19 within the preceding two weeks.\n  \nInterested? Register here after January 1st.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/birding-tour-with-travis-audubon-society/
LOCATION:Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park\, 7000 Ardath St\, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Outdoor/Fitness
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SUMMARY:THRIVE Applicant Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you Black\, Indigenous and/or a person of color (BIPOC) and tired AF?\n\n\n \n\nAre you sick with pandemic exhaustion and sooo over this capitalist system out here trying to push you to keep going like it’s a normal ass Monday and nothing is wrong?\n\n\n \n\nDo you work for the advancement of social justice but it seems like you ain’t feeling any of that justice for yourself? US TOO. We are literally SICK AND TIRED. So we’re doing something about it. This year\, AJC is partnering with The Amala Foundation\, a transforming\, woman of color-led organization to bring our people THRIVE: A Decolonized Wellness Fellowship.\n\n\n \n\nCheck out our brochure to learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/3tul9Hw\n\n \n\n\nAnd register for our Applicant Webinar on 3/28 to learn more and ask our THRIVE Team questions here: https://bit.ly/3uj4i9R\n\n\n \n\nHappy Thriving! #ThriveATX #RestIsResistance
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/thrive-applicant-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T162818Z
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SUMMARY:Worldwide Teach-in for Climate Justice
DESCRIPTION:St. Edward’s is joining hundreds of universities from around the world to host the Worldwide Teach-in for Climate Justice on Wednesday March 30 from 6:30-9:00 in Jones Auditorium (Ragsdale 101).  The event will feature 15 speakers representing students\, faculty and administrators to motivate rapid and significant climate action.\n \nYou can learn more about the worldwide teach-in here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/worldwide-teach-in-for-climate-justice/
LOCATION:Jones Auditorium\, St. Edward’s University\, 3001 S. Congress\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T120000
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SUMMARY:Food Forest Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:The Festival Beach Food Forest and Finding Our Voice are teaming up to offer a Saturday AM plant walk and song circle to welcome the month of April. The plant walk begins at 9am\, followed by tea and snacks at 10:30.\n\n \nSong circle will be begin at 11am and run for about an hour. All voices are welcome. We’ll be singing to the earth\, the plants\, to one another\, and to our tender\, thirsty souls. Have a song you’d like to share? Bring it along. There will be time for others in the circle to lead\, if you would like.\n\n \nWe will be outside and therefore not requiring masks but they are most welcome for anyone who needs/wants to wear one. If you have any accessibility needs around this\, feel free to send a DM.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/food-forest-song-circle/
LOCATION:Festival Beach Food Forest\, 1/2\, 25 Waller St \, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220404T183000
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club Climate Change Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Climate Change Committee Meeting\n \nJoin us on Zoom! https://zoom.us/j/5133069449\n \nIn-person events have been cancelled for all Sierra Club activities through February 2021. Dang.\nYou can also join our Zoom video conference here: https://zoom.us/j/5133069449 .\n \n6:30-7:15 or 7:30 – Presentation to be announced\n \n7:15-8:00 Climate Change Committee Meeting – Discuss Action Teams and allow people to sign up to continue the work to stop climate change\, an imperative if we want our current civilization to survive. We’ve formed Action Teams on Austin Energy\, the Permian Pipeline\, Rio Grande Valley Support\, Carbon Fee & Dividend\, People Power\, Data Entry\, and Presentations and more. We have identified additional action teams we’d like to form\, including Transportation\, Climate Justice\, Partner Organizations\, School Education\, and Social Media. Whether you have only minutes a month or hours a day\, join us to build a mass movement to stop climate change. Or join another group fighting this vital cause.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sierra-club-climate-change-committee-meeting-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Lecture/Guest Speaker,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T130000
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SUMMARY:Circular Meet-Ups: Let's Close the Loop
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Austin’s Circular Economy Program for a virtual networking series\, Circular Meet-Ups. Happening the first Tuesday of every other month\, Circular Meet-Ups provide an opportunity for local business owners\, start-ups and sustainability professionals across all industries to connect and learn more about Austin’s circular economy.\n\n \nAttend a Circular Meet-Up today:\n-Get an introduction to Austin’s circular economy\n-Hear from innovators and leaders of successful circular businesses in Austin\n-Learn about best ‘circular’ business practices that can benefit you and your company\n-Network with like-minded business leaders and entrepreneurs\n-Connect with our Circular Economy Program Coordinator for a consultation\n-During this meet-up\, you’ll join three local business leaders for a discussion on Austin’s circular future.\n\n \nThis session will feature:\n–Gold Rush Vinyl is a vinyl record pressing plant that uses efficient manufacturing processes to lower energy use and waste. The company is led by founder and president\, Caren Kelleher\, and were named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2020.\n\n \n–FLORAL SEA is a conceptual fashion house and design studio founded in 2019 by multidisciplinary artist and designer\, Flora Tenille West. The brand showcases sustainably and ethically-made entry-luxury collections that prioritize fashion-forward aesthetics\, personal style and cultural inclusivity at the forefront of design and brand experience — exhibiting how both style and sustainability can coexist within high-end fashion.\n\n \nRegister to attend: https://austincircularmeetups.eventbrite.com/
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/circular-meet-ups-lets-close-the-loop-9/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220405T193000
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SUMMARY:AJC Monthly General Body Meeting
DESCRIPTION:If you want to learn more about the Austin Justice Coalition\, you’ve come to the right place.\n \nJoin us for our general body meeting where you can meet the team\, learn what’s going on in the organization\, how you can get involved\, and hear from other community organizations.\n \nOur general body meeting typically occurs on the first Tuesday of every month.\n \nWe are currently hosting our meetings virtually so please be sure to register on our zoom link!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ajc-monthly-general-body-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T145804Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Month Adventure @The Toybrary
DESCRIPTION:Meet us at The Toybrary playground for a FREE Earth Month adventure geared toward toddlers and pre-schoolers. We’ll make nature paintbrushes\, play bubble-wrap hopscotch\, and explore a sensory Nature museum with awesome local partners Austin Creative Reuse\, Families in Nature\, and Ridwell.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/earth-month-adventure-the-toybrary/
LOCATION:The Toybrary\, 2001 Justin Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78757
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T153412Z
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SUMMARY:Zero Waste Block Leader Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Are you recycling\, composting or reusing more than you’re throwing away? Help the City of Austin achieve its goal of reaching zero waste by 2040 by joining Austin Resource Recovery’s Zero Waste Block Leader Program. The program connects green-minded community advocates and neighbors to help educate and increase participation in the City’s recycling\, composting and other programs.\n \nRegister in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/zero-waste-block-leader-orientation-8/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220316T002254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T002432Z
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SUMMARY:Defending Democracy Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Our democracy is what allows us to have our way of life with the freedoms we enjoy. But democracy is fragile. It can disappear before our very eyes if we aren’t careful. In order to protect our democracy\, everyday citizens must be engaged and step up to defend it.\n\n \n\nThe League of Women Voters Austin Area is made up of volunteers right here in Central Texas who recognize that our democracy must be protected. We provide voter registration in local high schools and throughout the community. We create the Voters Guide\, the go-to publication for nonpartisan information during each election. We create and present nonpartisan civics education to all potential voters in Central Texas. And we do this all for free- but we can’t do it without your support.\n\n \n\nJoin us on April 6\, 2022 at Defending Democracy Dinner. When you arrive\, you’ll be able to browse our silent auction and raffle with drinks available from the cash bar. During the three-course dinner\, you’ll hear from our keynote speaker\, Amy Stansbury of the Austin Common\, as well as our President\, Mari Robinson. You’ll learn about what the League has been doing to protect our democracy and our plans for 2022 and beyond. You’ll hear why this work is so important and how the League makes a critical difference. You’ll meet our award winners\, both League members and members of the community\, who are upholding the values of the League. And you’ll know that every dollar raised at this event is going to Defend Democracy.\n\n \n\nSo what are you waiting for? Buy a ticket or a table and know that your attendance and generosity will register and inform more voters right here in the Austin Area. Will you join us to Defend Democracy?
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/defending-democracy-dinner/
LOCATION:Sheraton Austin Hotel\, 701 E 11th\, Austin\, Texas\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T200000
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SUMMARY:Our Communities\, Our Water: Austin
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening with free drinks\, snacks\, and getting to know lots of great people working on water for Austin communities! We will be gathering at the Patagonia Store in downtown Austin\, so we recommend arriving early to find parking.\n\n \nThe event will feature presentations and short videos from Hill Country Alliance\, National Wildlife Federation – Texas Living Waters Project\, Go Austin / Vamos Austin!\, PODER – Colorado River Conservancy\, and Austin Youth River Watch.\n\n \nDrinks donated by Austin Beer Works and Texas Cool\, courtesy of Patagonia and Texas Water Foundation.\n\n \nRegistration not required – show up and we’ll see you there!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/our-communities-our-water-austin/
LOCATION:Patagonia\, 316 Congress Ave\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T210000
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SUMMARY:Green by Design 2022
DESCRIPTION:Green by Design is now online! Learn how to build\, remodel\, or buy green homes that improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort\, and reduce maintenance. The workshops are designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs.\n \nSessions are hosted by Austin Energy Green Building team members who provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials are provided.\n \nAttend live online sessions for free. Sign up for one\, two\, or all three.\n \nAdvance registration is required to receive webinar access instructions and password. \n \nApril 7\, 2022: Session 1 | Green Planning and Design \n\nIdentifying home design priorities with sustainability concepts in mind\nUnderstanding how sustainability applies to home design\nLearning how location\, site and climate affect the design of a sustainable home\nChoosing your team and rating with Austin Energy Green Building\n\nApril 14\, 2022: Session 2 | Green Materials and Landscaping \n\nDesigning homes that are material and resource efficient\nSelecting material choices that are healthier and safer\nMaking informed decisions when choosing materials\nUnderstanding responsible landscaping features and strategies\n\nApril 21\, 2022: Session 3 | Green Home Systems \n\nDesigning and right-sizing mechanical systems for comfort and efficiency\nComparing high efficiency lighting and appliances\nSelecting venting\, water heating\, and plumbing systems\nExploring zero-energy capable home features and strategies\n\nTime: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. \nRegistration: Register now \nTechnology Requirements \nThe webinar will be hosted using WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n \nAttendance Details \n\nSeminar is open to everyone\nRSVP is required to receive webinar instructions and password
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-2022/2022-04-07/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T175906Z
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SUMMARY:Shoal Creek April Volunteer Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Shoal Creek Conservancy as we remove litter and recyclables from Shoal Creek Trail.\n \nAll tools and supplies will be provided\, but please bring water and snacks if needed. All ages welcome\, with supervision. Please wear close-toed shoes\, long pants\, and dress for the weather. Per Austin Public Health Stage 2 guidelines\, masks are optional.\n \nRegistration opens March 21st!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shoal-creek-april-volunteer-cleanup/
LOCATION:Shoal Creek Greenbelt\, 5611 Shoal Creek Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220407T191245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T191409Z
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SUMMARY:Ceremonial Moment of Silence & Splash Honoring Civil Rights Activist Joan Means Khabele
DESCRIPTION:Austin Parks and Recreation invites the public to attend a ceremony at Barton Springs Pool on Saturday\, April 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to honor Joan Means Khabele. Her courageous act of swimming in Barton Springs to protest segregation at the pool sparked the civil rights era swim-ins that eventually led to the desegregation of Barton Springs Pool.\n \nThe event will include a proclamation\, speakers\, and water blessing ceremony performed by Geraldo Perez. The PBS documentary featuring Khabele talking about her swim at Barton Springs will be screened at the pool. Additionally\, there will be listening booths set-up for community members to share oral histories and personal experiences regarding race and Barton Springs. The oral histories will become part of an exhibit\, virtual and physical\, that will be featured on site at the Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center. Over the next few years\, Austin Parks and Recreation will continue to collect diverse stories to tell the full history of Barton Springs. This is just the beginning.\n \nJoan Elizabeth Means Khabele was an activist and scholar from Austin. Born at Holy Cross Hospital in East Austin\, she attended Blackshear Elementary School and Kealing Junior High. She was among the third group of students to integrate Austin High School in the late 1950s. In her senior year\, she was a student leader in activism that led to the integration of Barton Springs and Zilker Park. After not being allowed to swim at her high school senior picnic\, she was the first Black person to jump into Barton Springs Pool in an act of civil disobedience. In doing so\, she sparked a movement of swim-ins that took place on a weekly basis throughout the summer of 1960.\n \nIn this interview with Austin PBS\, Khabele describes the measures she and others took to desegregate the iconic Austin landmark.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ceremonial-moment-of-silence-splash-honoring-civil-rights-activist-joan-means-khabele/
LOCATION:Barton Springs Pool\, 2201 Barton Springs Pool\, Austin\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T200711Z
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SUMMARY:UWSA Unlearning Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we wrap up our three-part series on Transformative Justice. We have explored what transformative justice is\, the movement away from punishment as a solution to harm and a focus on the socialization of shame and blame which are embedded in us as individuals and in the oppressive systems we participate in. We explored our need for comfort and our conflation of comfort and safety through the tool of theater of the oppressed in somatic exercises.\n \n\nIn April’s ULC\, we will be looking at transformative justice through the lens of relational accountability. What does it feel like to be in accountable relationships? What is the intersection between accountability and transformative justice? What could it look like when we are a part of an intact culture outside a racist paradigm\, grounded in ways of sustaining ourselves without the violence of racism\, independent of oppressive systems. What if we choose to act out of a different paradigm and could imagine that we are in a community we can trust where accountability feels like a hug? Join us as we explore these questions and broaden our understanding through dialogue and self reflection.\n \nThe following resources can be helpful in preparing for the discussion. \n\nWhat is Transformative Justice? (11 minute video with adrienne marie brown and others)\nWhat is Accountability? (16:33 minute video with Mia Mingus and others)\n\nPlease join us even if you haven’t had a chance to review these resources. \nAbout our Unlearning Circles – \n\nUWSA’s first Unlearning Circle in the winter of 2017 was created as a place for white people to do the work of reflection and community self-education. As we continue to gather to critically examine our own participation in cultures of dominance\, we build our capacity to show up as individuals and as a city-wide community network for Black\, Indigenous and people of color-led anti-racist efforts in a positive and accountable way. The Unlearning Circles are an opportunity for white identifying people to explore white supremacy culture and our role and responsibilities in undoing racism. We welcome and recognize the gift of the presence of any People of Color who choose to join us.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/uwsa-unlearning-circle/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220407T185759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T185853Z
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SUMMARY:Citizens' Climate Lobby Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:It’s time again for the Austin CCL monthly meeting\, which will be this Saturday\, April 9. \nLearn about Austin Earth Day events and how to help\, as well as social media and other actions CCL is taking in support of Ukraine and moving away from fossil fuels.\n \nCome say hello virtually and hear the latest as we continue our work to save the climate.\n \nThe national CCL call begins at noon: cclusa.org/meeting. The call will feature Keishaa Austin from Rewiring America.\n \nThe Austin chapter meeting runs from 12:50 – 2:00 here:\nZoom link: https://citizensclimate.zoom.us/j/7237228489\nPasscode 123\n \nHope to see you Saturday!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/citizens-climate-lobby-monthly-meeting-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Important City Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens' Climate Lobby":MAILTO:austin@citizensclimatelobby.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220331T152540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T152658Z
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SUMMARY:Indian Handheld Fans
DESCRIPTION:Indian handheld fans\, known as “Haath pankha”\, have been used since ancient times. From highly embellished kinds with luxurious embroideries and fabrics used for royals to basic ones for the commoners\, they were a part of daily life. Each region of the subcontinent had its own unique style too! Join us in making your very own Haath pankha\, which you can carry on a warm sunny day to a picnic in the park – it’s bound to make you look and feel cool!!\n \nThis workshop is best enjoyed by those 12 years old and up. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. This is an indoor workshop\, masks are optional.\n \nAbout the Instructor: \nPreeti Agrawal is a craft blogger and watercolorist. In her work\, she’s concerned with experiments that combine old and new. She is drawn to the modern craft sensibility but at the same time the traditional arts call to her. She loves the interplay of the two as she adjusts traditional arts to new mediums and materials.\n \nA concern for the environment and a reverence for nature pervades her daily life and work: she saves fabric\, remnants\, beads and the castaways of modern living and incorporates them into her work. Making things by hand gives her joy\, up cycling\, salvaging and repurposing materials gives her joy\, as a result her crafting world is the perfect marriage of two!\n \nFind more of her work on her Facebook or IG @preetishandmades
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/indian-handheld-fans/
LOCATION:Austin Creative Reuse\, 2005 Wheless Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220407T181716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T181716Z
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SUMMARY:April Crafty Hour!
DESCRIPTION:ACR’s Crafty Hour takes place on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each moth. It’s a time to come hangout in our workshop and create with others! We’ll have tons of materials available for you to play with\, with a heavy focus on the Reuse & [Re]Think material of the month. For April\, it’s frames!\n \nTotally FREE\, though donations are appreciated! This is an indoor event\, masks are optional.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/april-crafty-hour/2022-04-09/
LOCATION:Austin Creative Reuse\, 2005 Wheless Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220408T020440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T020609Z
UID:47900-1649617200-1649622600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:The World Of Food: The Ecological Impact Of Our Meals
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take your next step toward caring for our environment?  Inspired by the shmitta year\, CAA is leading a 4-part series\, open to the entire community\, focused on learning and action around climate change. In the words of Pirkei Avot\, “We do not have to complete the work\, but neither are we free to desist from it.”  Each program will include a brief D’var Torah by David Reifler\, followed by teaching from our guest speaker\, and then conversation on concrete action steps.  Each event stands alone; come to one or all!\n \nTime: 7:00 – 8:30 pm \n\nDates: Sundays\, 3/6 – Climate Change; 4/10 – Food Supply & Conservation; 5/1 – Reduce\, Reuse\, Recycle; 6/3 – Capstone program at Tikkun Leil Shavuot (topic: TBD)\n \nLocation: Online
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-world-of-food/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220331T154029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T154131Z
UID:47828-1649779200-1649786400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:CapEx Voice I-35 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:As the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) goes through its federally mandated environmental review for its $4.9 billion redesign of I-35 through Central Austin\, TxDOT is holding a series of meetings to periodically receive feedback from the community throughout the process.\n \nThe next VOICE meeting for the Capital Express Central project will be held Tuesday\, April 12\, from 4-6 p.m. in person at Huston-Tillotson University’s Davage-Durden Student Union. This will be the first CapEx VOICE meeting since TxDOT made significant design changes in January to Alternative 3 in response to feedback from the community and the City of Austin.\n \nThe April 12 meeting will focus on options for widened bridges over the highway as well as bicycle and pedestrian bridges and intersection options at Airport Boulevard and Riverside Drive. You can RSVP for the meeting here.\n \nThe project to rebuild the highway through an 8-mile stretch of Central Austin is set to begin construction around late 2024 or early 2025. Another official public comment period will be open when TxDOT presents its locally preferred alternative in its Draft Environmental Impact Statement\, expected in 2022/2023. You can find more information on the project at www.AustinTexas.gov/I-35Mobility.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/capex-voice-i-35-meeting/
LOCATION:Huston-Tillotson University\, 900 Chicon Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220412T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T195243Z
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SUMMARY:Sierra Club Monthly Program: Useful Wild Plants of Texas
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly Austin Sierra Club meeting will be online via Zoom. \nWe’ll start off with Announcements on current events… Tonite’s main program is “Discovering the Lost Planet Underfoot – Useful Wild Plants of Texas”\, with Scooter Cheatham.\n \nTexas is the hub of a botanical domain spanning the southern US and northern Mexico. This region contains a vast reserve of self-regenerating botanical resources that can be used to improve our lives in the future. The Useful Wild Plants Project brings to light every use ever made of Texas’s 5\,000 species of vascular plants along with thousands of new applications. It reaches back to ancient times when prehistoric peoples subsisted predominantly on plants and strides forward to current scientific discoveries in phytochemistry\, medicine\, nutrition\, genetics\, crop and product development\, and more.\n \nWhile proposed expeditions to put a colony on Mars or to find a verdant new planet to colonize are in the popular media\, there is a whole new planet right under our feet — the vast undiscovered wealth of the plant kingdom. Botanical studies are being phased out at an alarming rate\, and our inattention to these disciplines imperils our chances for a safe and productive future. A resurgence in plant exploration is urgent and essential.\n \nScooter Cheatham will speak about this visionary work that draws from the past and present to set up the “next economy on planet Earth” for the future in which all life can thrive. See www.Usefulwildplants.org for more information.\n \nScooter Cheatham\, founder and president of EarthFit and Useful Wild Plants\, Inc.\, is director of the Useful Wild Plants Project and lead-author of the encyclopedic Useful Wild Plants of Texas\, the Southeastern and Southwestern United States\, the Southern Plains\, and Northern Mexico. He is also an architect and design professional working in ecologically aware design\, economic botany\, botanical literacy\, education\, and community action. He holds advanced degrees in architecture\, design\, and community and regional planning and has extensive experience leading interdisciplinary programs. His architectural and landscape projects focus on minimizing human impact and maximizing protection of the native flora\, fauna\, and geology. His projects in experimental archeology and architecture have resulted in full-scale reconstructions of Native American dwellings serving as educational exhibits at prehistoric and historic sites. He has taught design\, graphics\, and watercolor in the Department of Architecture at The University of Texas at Austin and is active in environmental/community issues.\n \nThe URL to click on and join the meeting will be displayed after you RSVP. Using your camera and microphone is optional for the meeting but encouraged.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sierra-club-monthly-program-useful-wild-plants-of-texas/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T181500
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220407T190359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T190441Z
UID:47880-1649869200-1649873700@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Imagine Austin Speaker Series: Results from the 2020 U.S. Census: Takeaways and Trends for Central Texas
DESCRIPTION:The nation’s 2020 U.S. census touched virtually every person and household in the country. It reflects our racial\, ethnic\, and cultural diversity and is a major foundation of our nation’s representative democracy. Census data informs decisions related to redistricting\, the number of seats per state in the U.S. House of Representatives\, and benchmarks in federal civil rights and anti-discrimination laws. Census data is also used to determine distribution of federal financial assistance to local communities\, public and private investments\, and where local governments need on different areas of their city to create more equitable communities.\n \nPlease join Lila Valencia\, the City of Austin’s Demographer\, as she presents demographic trends and social equity issues of the U.S. 2020 Census for Central Texas.\n \nThis event is free and open to the public
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/imagine-austin-speaker-series-results-from-the-2020-u-s-census-takeaways-and-trends-for-central-texas/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220407T201356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T201441Z
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SUMMARY:Radical Advocates Academy Applicant Webinar
DESCRIPTION:ANNOUNCING / CELEBRATING: THE AJC RADICAL ADVOCATES ACADEMY!\n\n \n\nAPPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN | https://bit.ly/3DM1CG3 |\n\n\n \n\nGet paid & certified to advocate for social justice #THEAJCWAY through our new 12-month training program! Register for our 1st webinar on April 14th here  https://bit.ly/3KfHKgZ \n\n \nWHY? The intersecting issues that impact Black\, Indigenous\, and people of color (BIPOC) communities in Austin require constant vigilance and engagement for effective change. At AJC\, we believe that building capacity and anti-racist leadership in combination with skills training and direct experience with groups of dedicated advocates will hasten our impact and materially improve the lives of BIPOC communities in Austin – a central part of our mission. We know that what we do and how we do it is unique. That’s why\, we’ve developed the RAA program\, and we’re eager to get co-conspiring with you!\n\n\n\n \n\nWe’ve learned what works and what doesn’t\, and while we don’t always have the capacity to fight every fight\, we believe that sharing our knowledge and experience with the intention of hastening our impact will increase the power of our community. The more leaders WE have\, the harder THEY fall.\n\n\n \n\nCLICK HERE https://bit.ly/3ubOp6i to check out the RAA program brochure. Read more about RAA’s offerings\, schedule\, staff\, and more. Already know you want to apply? Click here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/radical-advocates-academy-applicant-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T194224Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Ecological Restoration Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Trail users will help steward the land surrounding the Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake. By stewarding the land\, volunteers will help improve and protect the natural areas around Lady Bird Lake\, which is an essential refuge for wildlife within the City\, and connect riparian corridors and numerous protected areas up and downstream. The natural areas serve both resident wildlife and countless migratory birds and butterflies.\n \nThe Trail Foundation’s mission is to protect\, enhance\, and connect the Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake for the benefit of all. \n \nWhat will volunteers do? \nVolunteers will help by removing invasive plant species\, mulch trees\, picking up trash\, and other ecological restoration activities along the Bulter Hike-and-Bike Trail. You can RSVP here. \n \n\n\n\n\nWhat will volunteers need to bring or wear? \nVolunteers will help by removing invasive plant species\, mulch trees\, picking up trash\, and other ecological restoration activities along the Bulter Hike-and-Bike Trail.\n \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/weekly-ecological-restoration-volunteer-event/
LOCATION:International Shores at Lady Bird Lake Metropolitan Park\, 1800 S Lakeshore Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220413T184512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T184631Z
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SUMMARY:(Virtual) Irrigation 101 Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Water’s Environmental Compliance Specialist Senior and irrigation expert David Turnage to learn the basics of scheduling an automatic irrigation system. This virtual lunch and learn will help customers with irrigation systems learn the programming basics. You’ll leave with a wealth of scheduling recommendations and tools to avoid common pitfalls. There will also be a Q&A session at the end of the presentation.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/virtual-irrigation-101-class/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T151040
CREATED:20220413T224038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T224038Z
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SUMMARY:Travis County Women Leaders Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a panel discussion with some of our wonderful women leaders representing in Northwest Austin!\nApril 18th\, 6:00-8:00 pm at the Austin Central Library\, I am hosting a free event featuring women leaders of Northwest Austin for a discussion on timely topics. You won’t want to miss this and come prepared with questions of your own!\n\n \nOur panelists include:\n· Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea\n· Mayor Pro-Tem Alison Alter\n· Judge Aurora Martinez Jones\n· Leander Independent School District Trustee Gloria Gonzales Dholakia\n\n \nParking:\nStreet parking is available as well as in the attached garage.\nPublic Transportation: For public transit options to the Austin Public Library\, you can find them here: https://www.austintexas.gov/department/getting-around-austin\n\n \nJoin us!\n** This event is hosted and moderated by Texas State House Representative Vikki Goodwin.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/travis-county-women-leaders-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Austin Central Library\, 710 W. César Chávez St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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