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SUMMARY:I Am Parks and Recreation Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:“I Am Parks and Recreation” is a special photo exhibit celebrating the people who make Austin’s parks\, programs\, and public spaces thrive. Through on‑location portraits and personal reflections\, the exhibit offers an intimate look at the everyday work\, dedication\, and care that often goes unseen but is felt throughout the community. \nPro‑bono photographer Monica Liang‑Aguirre captures portraits and personal quotes from 14 Austin Parks and Recreation employees. Representing roles across aquatics\, forestry\, golf\, maintenance\, natural resources\, community recreation\, senior programs\, and therapeutic recreation\, these individuals offer a rare look at the expertise and dedication at Austin Parks and Recreation. \nVisitors will discover the stories behind the people who maintain trails and historic buildings\, lead youth and senior programs\, protect natural spaces\, keep facilities safe\, teach new skills\, and create inclusive environments where all Austinites can belong. Together\, these portraits highlight the human side of Parks and Recreation—one built on stewardship\, connection\, and a shared belief that parks are truly for everyone. \n“I Am Parks and Recreation” is free and open to the public in the City Hall Atrium\, July 13–24\, Monday–Friday\, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/i-am-parks-and-recreation-exhibit/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. 2nd St. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts
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SUMMARY:Zero Waste Block Leader Orientation (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Register for an upcoming orientation! Orientations introduce Austin Resource Recovery programs and services\, provide an overview of the Zero Waste Block Leader program and resources\, explain volunteer expectations and help participants connect with the Zero Waste Block Leader network. \nRegister for the virtual orientation here. \nZero Waste Block Leaders (ZWBLs) are engaged community members who are passionate about sustainability and zero waste. They offer their time and knowledge to their friends\, families and neighbors. They share information about recycling\, composting\, repurposing and repairing. \nAs a Zero Waste Block Leader\, you will play an important role in getting Austin to zero waste by 2040. You will have direct access to Austin Resource Recovery staff and informational materials.  With the best and most accurate information\, you will do what you are probably already doing: engage with your communities on the topic of zero waste. As a ZWBL\, you will teach\, encourage and empower.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/zero-waste-block-leader-orientation-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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SUMMARY:AARC: Preserving Y(our) Stories: How to Start and Preserve Your Archive
DESCRIPTION:Join the Asian American Resource Center and Austin History Center on Tuesday\, July 14 from 6:30 to 8pm for a fun and interactive session on how to kickstart your archiving practice and keep your archives safe for years to come. This session is perfect for beginners and anyone excited to preserve their unique stories and personal history – whether through old photos\, letters\, or digital memories. Participants will receive a free family archival kit (first-come\, first-served; while supplies last). This event is family-friendly\, free\, and open to the public.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/aarc-preserving-your-stories-how-to-start-and-preserve-your-archive/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Family-Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T170000
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SUMMARY:Summer Evenings At The LBJ Library
DESCRIPTION:From May 27 through September 2\, the LBJ Library will stay open until 9 PM every Wednesday (last visitor admitted at 8 PM)\, giving you extra time to explore history after hours. Explore immersive exhibits\, uncover iconic moments from American history\, and see the museum in a whole new light\, including: \n\n\nThe American Experiment: Pursuing Our Promise\n\n\nWhat We Bring To The Table: Tales of History and Home\n\n\nAustin Past & Present: Through the Lens of Jay Godwin\n\n\nRefreshed Permanent Exhibit\n\n\n\nEven better\, on June 17\, July 15\, and August 12\, beginning at 5 PM\, local visitors can enjoy a special discounted admission rate. Adults living in zip codes beginning with 787\, 786\, or 789 can receive $12 admission by showing a Texas-issued driver’s license or ID with a matching address.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/summer-evenings-at-the-lbj-library/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:LBJ Presidential Library\, 2313 Red River St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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SUMMARY:BRAVE Communities Connections: Money\, Mind\, & Movement
DESCRIPTION:Join BRAVE Communities for an engaging intergenerational community gathering that explores the powerful connection between financial well-being\, mental health\, and economic mobility. This event brings together subject matter experts for a dynamic panel discussion\, followed by a community movement activity designed to reduce stress\, build connection\, and celebrate collective joy. \nIn a time marked by division\, rapid technological change\, economic uncertainty\, and growing mental health challenges\, this community experience invites neighbors\, youth\, elders\, creatives\, professionals\, and leaders to slow down\, lean in\, and listen…together. \nThe panel discussion will include the following topics along with audience questions: \n\nHow financial stress impacts mental health and overall well-being\nOvercoming shame and barriers to seeking financial support\nAccess to resources and pathways to economic mobility\nAvoiding financial fraud and scams\, particularly in the age of technology and AI\nPractical strategies for budgeting\, managing debt\, building savings\, and creating generational wealth\n\nWe will also two youth-organized groups share their digital projects on mental health and economic mobility. \nEvent Details \n📅 Date: Wednesday\, July 15\, 2026\n📍 Location: Carver Branch Library\, 1161 Angelina St.\, Austin\, TX 78702\n🕑 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM CT\n🗣️ Community Panel on Financial & Mental Health Wellness in the AI Era\n💃🏿 K-Pop Dance De-Stressor Session\n🤝 Networking & Community Connection \n✨Special Announcement: During this gathering\, we will also share and launch an exciting new youth-led initiative designed to empower young people across Central Texas to be creative\, courageous\, and be the change for civic engagement. \n🎟️ This is a FREE community event. If you’re able\, please consider making a donation to help cover event costs\, refreshments\, and sustain BRAVE’s youth-led initiatives. Pay what you can – all are welcome. \nCarver Branch Library is ADA accessible and walking distance to CapMetro bus stops #2 & #5.  Please contact us for any translation and interpretation needs. \nInterested in Volunteering at this event? Volunteer hours available for approval.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/brave-communities-connections-money-mind-movement/
LOCATION:Carver Branch\, Austin Public Library\, 1161 Angelina Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Lecture/Guest Speaker,Music,Networking
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SUMMARY:BRAVE Communities Connection: Money\, Mind\, & Movement
DESCRIPTION:“You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. Don’t make money your goal. Instead pursue the things you love doing and then do them so well that people can’t take their eyes off of you.”  – Maya Angelou \nJoin BRAVE Communities for an engaging intergenerational community gathering that explores the powerful connection between financial well-being\, mental health\, and economic mobility. This event brings together subject matter experts for a dynamic panel discussion\, followed by a community movement activity designed to reduce stress\, build connection\, and celebrate collective joy. \nIn a time marked by division\, rapid technological change\, economic uncertainty\, and growing mental health challenges\, this community experience invites neighbors\, youth\, elders\, creatives\, professionals\, and leaders to slow down\, lean in\, and listen…together. \nThe panel discussion will include the following topics along with audience questions: \n\nHow financial stress impacts mental health and overall well-being\nOvercoming shame and barriers to seeking financial support\nAccess to resources and pathways to economic mobility\nAvoiding financial fraud and scams\, particularly in the age of technology and AI\nPractical strategies for budgeting\, managing debt\, building savings\, and creating generational wealth\n\nAnd\, two of our youth groups will share their digital projects on mental health and economic mobility. \nEvent Details \n📅 Date: Wednesday\, July 15\, 2026\n📍 Location: Carver Branch Library\, 1161 Angelina St.\, Austin\, TX 78702\n🕑 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM CT\n🗣️ Community Panel on Financial & Mental Health Wellness in the AI Era\n💃🏿 K-Pop Dance De-Stressor Session\n🤝 Networking & Community Connection \nGuest Panelists & Dance Crew \n\nEmmanuel Joda\, Tech Leader at PayPal\nEvan Linneman\, Community Manager at JP Morgan Chase\nFatima Naqinia\, Financial Advisor at Capitol Wealth Strategies\nRoslynn Nyanhongo M.A. LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Living Water Family Therapy PLLC in Round Rock\nChoreopop\, LASA High School’s KPOP dance crew\nDavid Adetiloye (moderator)\, BRAVE Young Leader + rising Sr. at Del Valle High School\n\n\n✨ Special Announcement: During this gathering\, we will also share and launch an exciting new youth-led initiative designed to empower young people across Central Texas to be creative\, courageous\, and be the change for civic engagement. \n🎟️ This is a FREE community event. If you’re able\, please consider making a donation to help cover event costs\, refreshments\, and sustain BRAVE’s youth-led initiatives. Pay what you can – all are welcome.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/brave-communities-connection-money-mind-movement/
LOCATION:Carver Branch\, Austin Public Library\, 1161 Angelina Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:Summer Education Series: Ready\, Set\, Restore!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, July 16\, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM for a free virtual class with two presenters from Austin’s Watershed Protection Department. Meghan Slocombe will discuss the impacts of urbanization on water cycle processes and stream ecology\, and provide an overview of WPD monitoring. Liz Cardinal will teach us about land management practices in Grow Zones and the positive impacts of community stewardship in Austin on riparian health.   We will examine how concepts of urban stream ecology apply to the work that volunteers do in the Ready\, Set\, Plant! program and discuss how WPD protects our community’s lives\, property\, and environment by reducing the impacts of flooding\, erosion\, and water pollution. \nMeghan Slocombe is an Environmental Scientist in the Applied Watershed Science section of the City of Austin Watershed Protection Department. Her work focuses on monitoring water quality and assessing stream health across Austin. Meghan holds a Master of Science in Ecology from Utah State University and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Meghan is passionate about community engagement\, climate resilience\, and science with real-world applications. She loves spending time in Austin’s beautiful streams\, whether she is out measuring water quality during the workday or enjoying a relaxing evening in her kayak! \nLiz Cardinal is a dedicated environmental stewardship professional with over eight years of experience working alongside nonprofit\, community\, and government organizations to drive positive change in parks and greenspaces. She currently manages the Grow Zone Program at Austin Watershed Protection. The program designates\, restores\, and protects over 260 acres of riparian zones in Austin watersheds. She works closely with nonprofit partners and citizen volunteers to help clean up creeks and waterways and carry out restoration projects like litter abatement\, invasive species removal and native planting.  She holds a B.S. in Environmental Communication from The Ohio State University\, and a M.S. in Science Education from Portland State University. \nThis training is free and open to anyone\, but you must register to attend. If you have any questions or concerns\, please contact Gillian: volunteer@treefolks.org\, (512) 761-8738 cell
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/summer-education-series-ready-set-restore/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000
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SUMMARY:Community Conversation: Help Make Austin Public Libraries More Accessible
DESCRIPTION:Austin Public Library invites community partners\, advocates\, caregivers\, organizations\, and residents to participate in an Accessibility Community Conversation. \nThis discussion will focus on the accessibility resources currently available in our libraries\, barriers community members may experience\, and opportunities to make library spaces\, services\, programs\, and customer interactions more inclusive and welcoming. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to share feedback and help shape both immediate and long-term improvements across the library system. RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/community-conversation-help-make-austin-public-libraries-more-accessible/
LOCATION:Carver Branch\, Austin Public Library\, 1161 Angelina Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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