Week of Events
Spring Park Prep
Springtime is approaching and we need your help to keep Waterloo Park beautiful and thriving! In these hands-on volunteer workshops, you’ll learn how to cut back herbaceous perennials, groundcovers, shrubs, and grasses throughout the park, all while meeting other plant-loving experts and community members. Volunteers...
District 10 Community Listening Session
Join us on Tuesday, February 18 for a Community Listening Session from 4:30 - 6 PM at Rudy's near Jollyville Rd (11570 Research Blvd 78759). The team and I will be available to listen and talk about District 10 issues, and we'll have tacos and...
Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park Phase 1 Play Community Zoom Meeting
Mark Your Calendar for the Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park Phase 1 Play Community Zoom Meeting! Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park Phase 1 Play Community Zoom Meeting Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Spanish interpretation will be provided. Register Today! https://tinyurl.com/mvwmrhv7...
Spring Park Prep
Springtime is approaching and we need your help to keep Waterloo Park beautiful and thriving! In these hands-on volunteer workshops, you’ll learn how to cut back herbaceous perennials, groundcovers, shrubs, and grasses throughout the park, all while meeting other plant-loving experts and community members. Volunteers...
Imagine Austin Speaker Series: Austin by the Numbers
The story of Austin is one of constant change. So how is City leadership preparing for future change based on what’s happening now and what has happened in the past? That’s one of the big topics that will be covered in the next edition of...
Ready, Set, Plant! at East Bouldin Creek Greenbelt
Ready, Set, Plant! is a volunteer tree-planting program that plants 10,000 trees each year along Austin’s creeks and rivers. We educate volunteers on proper tree planting techniques and riparian restoration in partnership with the City of Austin’s Watershed Protection Department and Keep Austin Beautiful. Some...
Building Austin Info Session
Austin is growing! To meet the city's expanding needs, Capital Delivery Services is managing over $10 billion in new and improved infrastructure. From new Fire/EMS stations to parks , libraries , roads , trails and more, these enhancements support Austin’s vibrant community. Join us for the next session of the Building...
Bird Walk With Travis Audubon
Join Rachel Zierzow and TTC staff, Jonatan Salinas, to find birds and observe their behavior on the new section of the Butler Trail, the Holly Trailhead, historically part of the decommissioned Holly Power Plant at Festival Beach. Recently planted native trees, shrubs, wildflowers, and natural...
Climate Cafe for Caregivers
A bimonthly, online climate cafe series for Texas parents and guardians, led by climate-aware therapist Meg Mattingly. Spots are limited! Please RSVP to access the link.
Meteorology and Microclimates of the Shoal Creek Watershed Tour
Join Shoal Creek Conservancy and Meteorologist Kenneth L Tapp for an engaging presentation followed by a walking discussion of the meteorology and microclimates found in the Shoal Creek watershed! Tapp is currently an instructor at Texas State University, has his Master’s and Bachelor’s in Meteorology...
Rain Garden Planting: North Shore Rain Garden
The Trail Conservancy continues to improve floodplain health by installing and maintaining green stormwater infrastructure (rain gardens) along the Trail. These structures reduce the impact of heavy storm flows and improve water infiltration. Volunteers will learn about rain gardens, their importance to our Trail, and...
Black History Month Kid’s Day at the Carver!
Come join us for a fun-filled day of celebration and learning at the George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center! On Sat Feb 22, 2025, starting at 11:00 AM, we are hosting an exciting event dedicated to honoring and educating the little ones about the rich history...
4th Saturday Genealogy Seminar: Exploring the 1870 Census
This 4th Saturday Genealogy Seminar presentation will cover the importance of working your way back to the 1870 Census on your family tree and how to make the most of what you find on its pages. Time will be allocated in the seminar for direct...
Congressman Casar’s Austin Town Hall
Join Congressman Greg Casar (TX-35) for an Austin Town Hall on Saturday, February 22 at 4pm. He’ll take questions from constituents and share the latest about what’s going on in DC and Texas. All are welcome, but we ask that you RSVP for the event...
Momentum Film Screening
Join us for a celebration of Black history and Black cycling culture with a screening of three short films at Austin's historic Antone's Night Club. RSVP here. Evening screenings include: "Momentum" (World Premiere) A chronicle of Austin's Black History Bike Ride building community through storytelling and...
Black History Month: Cooking, Culture, and Comedy
Join us for one or all portions of the day. HTU Presents: Democracy Schools Public Leadership Engagement Series - Session VIII: Broad Movements 1:00-2:30 PM | Gallery (2nd floor) | Teens and adults welcome Eat the World - Chicken and Dumplings presented by Common Threads 2:00-3:15 PM...
BRAVE Communities Connection: Preserving Black Austin
Celebrate Black History Month with a BRAVE panel discussion & Uno tournament! Experience the warmth of a community coming together to celebrate the richness of Black Joy. Share smiles, laughter, and unforgettable moments with friends and neighbors. Join us as we come together to celebrate...