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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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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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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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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160423T140000
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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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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160426T173000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160426T200000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160426T203000
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SUMMARY:The National Parks of Texas Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin EcoNetwork\, University of Texas\, and National Parks Conservation Association –\nCome out to WCH 1.120 on the University of Texas campus on Tuesday\, April 26th at 7pm for a free screening of the National Park Service’s 100th Anniversary documentary entitled “The National Parks of Texas: In Contact with Beauty”. The film will explore the natural wonders and majestic beauty of the national parks of Texas. Dallas Kelley-Kerr of the National Parks Conservation Association will be there to provide a brief intro and answer any questions about Texas national parks that you might have! Many thanks to PBS for sponsoring this event\, and Texas Outdoors Club for reserving the room. \nPlease arrive early. Space is limited. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-national-parks-of-texas-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:Will C. Hogg Building – University of Texas\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160427T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160427T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:Industrial PACE 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Interested in upgrading your industrial facilities with energy/water efficiency and distributed generation technologies but lack the needed capital? Learn how to retrofit and save with Industrial PACE 101 by the Texas PACE Authority. PACE financing may be used to pay for permanent improvements to the property that are intended to decrease water or energy consumption or demand. Listen to how PACE can lower your facility’s utility bills from Jonathon Blackburn\, the managing director of the Texas PACE Authority. Hear Chairman Jim Keffer’s thoughts on PACE for industrials\, and an industrial case study project.\n \nSpeakers:\nRepresentative Jim Keffer serves as the chairman of the Texas House Committee on Natural Resources\, is the author of the Texas House PACE legislation and is president of EBAA Iron Sales\, Inc.\n\nJonathon Blackburn is Managing Director of the Texas PACE Authority\, with a Master of Technology Policy and Commercialization degree from Cambridge University and a Masters of Engineering Management in Finance degree from Duke University.\n\nRegister here.\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/industrial-pace-101-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160427T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
CREATED:20160425T144816Z
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SUMMARY:City of Austin Joint Sustainability Committee
DESCRIPTION:The City of Austin Joint Sustainability Committee is responsible for advising Austin City Council on implementation of the Climate Protection Plan developed by residents and city employees in 2014. This committee is comprised of members of 12 different city boards that all deal with sustainability in some way:\nCommunity Development Commission\nEconomic Prosperity Commission\nElectric Utility Commission\nEnvironmental Commission\nPlanning Commission\nWater & Wastewater Commission\nZero Waste Advisory Commission\nSustainable Food Policy Board\nResource Management Commission\nParks & Recreation Board\nUrban Transportation Commission\nOpen Space\, Environment & Sustainability Council Committee \nThis meeting is free and open to the public. The agenda is available here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/city-of-austin-joint-sustainability-committee/
LOCATION:Waller Creek Center\, 625 E. 10th St. #104\, Austin \, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160427T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
CREATED:20160418T143225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160418T143225Z
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SUMMARY:Eliot Tretter - Shadows of a Sunbelt City
DESCRIPTION:Book talk and signing with Book People \nAustin is generally depicted as one of the great urban success stories of the past half century – a place that has grown enormously through “creative class” strategies that emphasize diversity and environmental consciousness. Eliot Tretter’s book reinterprets this familiar story by exploring the racial and environmental underpinnings of the postindustrial knowledge economy. Join Book People for a lively and informative discussion of Austin’s past\, present\, and future. \n\nABOUT SHADOWS OF A SUNBELT CITY \nAustin\, Texas\, is often depicted as one of the past half century’s great urban success stories—a place that has grown enormously through “creative class” strategies emphasizing tolerance and environmental consciousness. In Shadows of a Sunbelt City\, Eliot Tretter reinterprets this familiar story by exploring the racial and environmental underpinnings of the postindustrial knowledge economy. He is particularly attentive to how the University of Texas—working with federal\, municipal\, and private-sector partners and acquiring the power of eminent domain—expanded its power and physical footprint. He draws attention to how the university’s real estate endeavors shaped the local economy and how the expansion and upgrading of the main campus occurred almost entirely at the expense of the more modestly resourced communities of color that lived in its path. \nThis book challenges Austin’s reputation as a bastion of progressive and liberal values\, notably with respect to its approach to new urbanism and issues of ecological sustainability. Tretter’s insistence on documenting and interrogating the “shadows” of this important city should provoke fresh conversations about how urban policy has contributed to Austin’s economy\, the way it has developed and changed over time\, and for whom it works and why. Joining a growing critical literature about universities’ effect on urban environments\, this book will be of interest to students at all levels in urban history\, political science\, economic and political geography\, public administration\, urban and regional planning\, and critical legal studies.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/eliot-tretter-shadows-of-a-sunbelt-city/
LOCATION:Book People\, 603 N. Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:"Shades of Green" Environmental Talk Radio on KOOP 91.7 FM (Bike Master Plan)
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 be talking about bikes\, as well as a community effort to get the Bicycle Master Plan fully funded.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/shades-of-green-environmental-talk-radio-on-koop-91-7-fm-bike-master-plan/
LOCATION:KOOP Community Radio\, 3823 Airport Blvd. #B\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
CREATED:20160315T032125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160315T032125Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Your Medicine: Cultivating\, Harvesting & Storing Herbs
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nJoin Kate Grimes\, horticulturalist with the Lady bird Wildflower Center\, for a lesson on cultivating\, harvesting and storing medicinal herbs\, from sage and lavender to Mexican mint marigold. The class will focus on herbs best suited to Central Texas.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/grow-your-medicine-cultivating-harvesting-storing-herbs/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:Talk Green to Me Book Club: American Wasteland
DESCRIPTION:From the Talk Green to Me Book Club –\nPicking up where last month’s book left off\, Jonathan Bloom discusses the food waste phenomenon occurring within our culture and what we can do to stop it! \nThis month we are reading “American Wasteland: How America Throws Away Nearly Half of Its Food (and What We Can Do About It)” by Jonathan Bloom. Check it out and join us every 4th Thursday from 7pm – 8pm at Recycled Reads for an environmental and sustainability themed reading extravaganza!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/talk-green-to-me-book-club-american-wasteland/
LOCATION:Recycled Reads\, 5335 Burnet Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160427T193719Z
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SUMMARY:Monarch Heroes Spring Fun and Recognition Event
DESCRIPTION:From the National Wildlife Federation –\nJoin the National Wildlife Federation and Ranger Rick for our fun spring family event this weekend at the Discovery Hill Outdoor Learning Center (behind the Austin ISD Science and Health Resource Center). Live music\, Ranger Rick\, face painting\, scavenger hunts\, lady bug releases\, Monarch Jeopardy and more! We will also be honoring some Austin ISD schools and staff for their outstanding work on behalf of the Monarch butterfly. Hope to see you there!! \nFree Parking at Pleasant Hill Elementary 6405 Circle S Rd.\, Austin\, TX 78745
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/monarch-heroes-spring-fun-and-recognition-event/
LOCATION:Discovery Hill Outdoor Learning – Austin ISD Science and Health Resource Center\, 305 North Bluff Drive \, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:Animal Facts Club: The Biodiversity of Texas
DESCRIPTION:The Waller Creek Conservancy is hosting a meeting of the Animal Facts Club on April 30th. \nViewers of all ages will enjoy Animal Facts Club’s educational art and science experience on April 30th from 10am to 12:30pm at Palm Park. The free\, one-hour theatrical performance (starting at 11 am) takes the audience on a journey through five Texas ecosystems and briefly goes back in time to see what Austin was like 100 million years ago. \nPlus\, enjoy booths and activities throughout the morning. \nThis project is supported in part by the City of Austin Cultural Arts Division.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/animal-facts-club-the-biodiversity-of-texas/
LOCATION:Palm Park\, 100 North IH 35\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:PEAS' Family Fun Farm Fair
DESCRIPTION:From PEAS (Partners for Education and Agriculture\, and Sustainability) Community Farm and Urban Orchard at Cunningham Elementary –\n\nSaturday\, April 30th 10am-1pm\nPEAS Community and School Farm @ Cunningham Elementary – 2200 Berkeley Ave\, Austin\, TX 78745\nCome on out to PEAS Farm and enjoy a day with the family learning and playing together. We will have booths and activities for kids of all ages.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/peas-family-fun-farm-fair/
LOCATION:PEAS Farm @ Cunningham Elementary\, 2200 Berkeley Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:Travis County Drug Take Back
DESCRIPTION:Danny Thomas\, Constable Precinct One\n4717 Heflin Lane\, Ste 127 Austin\, TX 78721 \n\n\nAdan Ballesteros\, Constable Precinct Two\n10409 Burnet Rd.\, Suite 150 Austin\, TX 78758 \n\n\nCarlos Lopez\, Constable Precinct Five\n1003 Guadalupe St Austin\, TX 78701 \n\n\n\nOn April 30 from 10am to 2pm three of Travis County Constable offices and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public its 11th opportunity in six years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired\, unused\, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your pills for disposal to the above at addresses. (The DEA cannot accept liquids or needles or sharps\, only pills or patches.) Constable Precinct Five has a permanent pharmaceutical kiosk available for drop-off during business hours for residents are unable to make the April 30th event. The service is free and anonymous\, no questions asked. \nLast September\, Americans turned in 350 tons (over 702\,000 pounds) of prescription drugs at more than 5\,000 sites operated by the DEA and more than 3\,800 of its state and local law enforcement partners. Overall\, in its 10 previous Take Back events\, DEA and its partners have taken in over 5.5 million pounds—more than 2\,750 tons—of pills. \nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse\, and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high\, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, including from the home medicine cabinet. In addition\, Americans are now advised that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines—flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash—both pose potential safety and health hazards. \nFor further information\, contact Shaun Auckland: shaun.auckland@co.travis.tx.us / 512-854-4496. \nTo find other Take-Back sites\, see: https://www.traviscountytx.gov or http://www.justice.gov/dea/index.shtml.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/travis-county-drug-take-back/
LOCATION:Constable Precinct Five\, 1003 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:South Waterfront Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Open House will take place at the Statesman Bat Park on Saturday\, April 30th between 10am and 4pm. All are welcome to come see the results of a three-year collaboration between city staff\, residents\, local business owners\, property owners\, and other stakeholders. This June\, the City Council will consider adopting the South Central Waterfront Plan to ensure that great park spaces and public gathering places\, green streets\, and affordable housing are central to the future redevelopment of the area. \nThis is a family-friendly event with ice cream and refreshments\, a petting zoo\, face painting\, and live music to accompany visitors as they explore the latest information on what’s happening (and what’s to come) along Austin’s South Waterfront. \n  \nWhat is the South Central Waterfront Initiative? \nThe South Central Waterfront Initiative is a vision and cohesive set of recommendations to guide public and private development along the south side of Lady Bird Lake over the next 20-plus years. The goal is to ensure that\, as this area inevitably changes\, every increment of change will contribute to making a great new district that: \n\nEstablish a lively\, attractive pedestrian environment.\nExpand open space and create great public spaces.\nEnhance connections to and along the waterfront.\nInclude 10-20 percent new housing units as affordable.\n\n  \nEvent Information: \nWhere: Austin American Statesman Bat Park\, 305 S. Congress Ave \nWhen: Saturday\, April 30 between 10 AM and 4 PM \nSchedule: \n\nAmy’s Ice Cream from 11AM to 2PM\nPetting Zoo and face painting 11AM to 3PM\nLive music 11AM to 4PM (bands TBA – check back in a few days!)\nCreative art and place-making with local artist Ann Armstrong and Austin’s Atlas
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/south-waterfront-open-house/
LOCATION:Austin American-Statesman Bat Park\, 305 S. Congress Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:Open House and Picnic
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Youth River Watch –\nJoin us for a family-friendly afternoon at our newly renovated EcoHouse on Hornsby Bend! Our annual Open House & Picnic will be from 11am – 4pm on Saturday\, April 30th. There will be live music\, a nature walk\, archery\, fried chicken/burgers/hot dogs\, a silent auction\, lawn games\, a celebration of our graduating seniors\, and a special presentation to honor Elisabeth Welsh for 17 years of dedication.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/open-house-and-picnic/
LOCATION:EcoHouse\, 10611 Platt Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78725\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160427T200622Z
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SUMMARY:Home-Grown Spirulina: The Earth's Superfood
DESCRIPTION:From Brite Ideas –\nFree Class from Brite Ideas – Home-Grown Spirulina: The Earth’s Superfood \nFind out how to set up the best home bioreactors for growing fresh superfoods like spirulina and chlorella in your kitchen. No more dry powder imported from who knows where! By the end of this demonstration\, you should know everything you need to grow at home. Spirulina growing kits will be available for purchase.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/home-grown-spirulina-the-earths-superfood/
LOCATION:Brite Ideas\, 4201 South Congress Ave.\, Ste. 310\, Austin\, TX\, 78745\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160501T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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SUMMARY:Democracy Awakening Austin Rally
DESCRIPTION:From Public Citizen Texas –\nJoin us in Austin to be part of a nationwide mobilization to demand action to create a democracy of\, by\, and for the people. We will mobilize to call for solutions that protect the people’s right to vote and prevent our voices from being drowned out by big money. We will demand an end to a system dominated by corporations and the wealthy\, a system that prevents our 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. \nPlease joint the Facebook event and help spread the word:
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/democracy-awakening-austin-rally/
LOCATION:Southwest grounds of TX Capitol\, 1100 Congress Ave\, Austin\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160502T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160502T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T150815
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160427T195100Z
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SUMMARY:Young Sierrans Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:From the Young Sierrans –\nYoung Sierrans is the group of Sierra Club folks between the ages of 21 and 39. We’ll have our monthly gathering on the 1st Monday of each month\, starting at 6:30 pm\, at WALLER CREEK PUB HOUSE\, located at 603 Sabine St.\, Downtown Austin. \nGive us your ideas about what the Young Sierrans should be doing and help chart out our next events.  Hope to see you there – and bring a friend! \nConsider cycling or taking Cap Metro to the event.  Metered street parking is available. Parking metering ends at 6pm\, but double check signage in your parking area. \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/young-sierrans-happy-hour-7/
LOCATION:Waller Creek Pub House\, 603 Sabine Street\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:National Park Service Centennial Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The National Park Foundation and National Park Service are kicking off the National Park Week and centennial celebrations with a consumer event at the University of Texas at Austin Tower in Austin\, Texas on Tuesday\, May 3rd\, 2016 that is open to the public from 11:30am – 11pm. \nThe kickoff event will feature distinguished keynote speakers. \nConsumers are invited to participate in a “Redwood Kinekt Experience\,” a virtual experience that allows guests to turn into a Redwood Tree in real time through interactive motion sensor technology. Select visitors will be able project their personal redwood to the top of the UT tower\, rising to the same height as the tallest redwood\, a soaring 307 feet above Austin. Guests can also engage with other program assets including interactive learning stations to educate visitors about the centennial movement and more! The event is a part of the Find Your Park/ Encuentra Tu Parque movement\, inspiring a new generation to discover the breadth of the National Park Service\, and in celebration of the National Park Service’s upcoming 100th anniversary. \nThis event is free and open to the public; no RSVP required. 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/national-park-service-centennial-celebration/
LOCATION:University of Texas – Main Building\, 110 Inner Campus Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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SUMMARY:Seed Saving Class
DESCRIPTION:From the Sustainable Food Center –\nFor generations\, gardeners have saved seeds from their strongest\, tastiest plants\, ensuring a resilient seed stock and increasing plant diversity. Join Colleen Dieter\, long-time food gardener and owner of Red Wheelbarrow\, a landscaping consulting company\, for a lesson on how to save seeds from your own garden. We’ll cover the full seed saving process including planning\, harvesting\, processing\, and storage.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/seed-saving-class-2/
LOCATION:Sustainable Food Center\, 2921 E. 17th St. Bldg. C\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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