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SUMMARY:Ways of Seeing: A Smartphone Photography Workshop on the Trail - Panorama
DESCRIPTION:Join The Trail Conservancy and FreshAIR Lab for a unique evening on the Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail where art\, nature\, and photography come together. \nDuring this interactive workshop\, you’ll use the camera already in your pocket—your smartphone—to slow down\, notice the world around you\, and explore the Trail through a new perspective. Guided by FreshAIR Lab founder Cecelia Parker Schoening\, participants will engage with TEMPO on the Trail public art installations while discovering simple photography techniques\, mindful observation\, and creative reflection. \nPanorama focuses on seeing the bigger picture. Using your smartphone’s panorama feature\, you’ll capture sweeping views of the Trail while exploring how public art\, water\, light\, nature\, and community come together to create one connected landscape. It’s an opportunity to slow down\, widen your perspective\, and experience the Trail in a whole new way. \nNo photography experience is necessary—just bring your smartphone\, curiosity\, and comfortable walking shoes!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ways-of-seeing-a-smartphone-photography-workshop-on-the-trail-panorama/
LOCATION:Holly Fishing Pier\, 2 Robert T Martinez Jr St\, Austin\, Texas\, 78702
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Family-Friendly
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SUMMARY:Kicking the Bucket Listening Club (Yarborough Branch)
DESCRIPTION:For anyone who plans to grow older. \nIn an emergency\, who do you want making medical decisions for you? Your people… or the state? The Kicking the Bucket Listening Club is a free 8-week community gathering that uses storytelling\, humor\, and conversation to explore the questions we’ll all face as we age. Join your neighbors to listen\, weave\, laugh\, and talk about caregiving\, healthcare choices\, independence\, legacy\, planning ahead\, and how we want to live. \nA BOOK CLUB FOR YOUR EARS\nKicking the Bucket is a funny\, heartfelt audio dramedy about two ride-or-die octogenarians determined to exit life on their own terms before their kids can say “nursing home.” Each week\, we’ll listen to a chapter of the ongoing story together. No prep required – and if you drop in mid-series\, we’ll catch you up. \nCRAFT WHILE YOU CONVERSE\nWant to keep your hands busy while you listen? Bring a craft or try your hand at basket weaving with artist Melissa Knight of Batik by Design. Materials provided. Basket weaving is totally optional. \nDIGGING DEEP\nOccupational Therapists and Certified End-of-Life Doulas Michelle McCarty and Melissa Saffron of ReInventing Independence guide a conversation inspired by the story each week. Expect thoughtful conversation\, practical tools\, and resources around aging\, caregiving\, medical decision-making\, memory loss\, independence\, legacy\, and planning ahead. \nCome to one session or all eight – we’ll catch you up. \n📅 Thursdays\, Sept 10-Oct 29 | 6-7:30pm\n📍 Yarborough Branch\, Austin Public Library | 2200 Hancock Dr\, Austin\, TX 78756\n🎟️ FREE! RSVP: kickingthebucket-yarborough.eventbrite.com \nThis project is supported in part by an Elevate Grant of Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment. ImprovEd Arts is a sponsored project of Austin Creative Alliance. Created by Andee Kinzy.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/kicking-the-bucket-listening-club-yarborough-branch/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Yarborough Branch Public Library\, 2200 Hancock Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
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SUMMARY:RootBall 2026: Stewards of the Forest\, A Woodland Masquerade
DESCRIPTION:Join TreeFolks for RootBall 2026: Stewards of the Forest\, A Woodland Masquerade\, our signature Austin fundraising event supporting trees\, reforestation\, and stronger Central Texas communities. On Thursday\, October 29\, guests will gather at Barr Mansion for an elegant woodland-inspired evening with dinner\, drinks\, music\, auction experiences\, community celebration\, and masquerade attire rooted in nature. \nRootBall supports TreeFolks’ mission to empower Central Texans to build stronger communities through planting and caring for trees. Come dressed as a forest steward\, woodland creature\, tree spirit\, pollinator\, owl\, moth\, fox\, fungi\, or your own nature-inspired creation\, and help grow the future of Central Texas\, one tree at a time. \nYou can get your ticket here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/rootball-2026-stewards-of-the-forest-a-woodland-masquerade/
LOCATION:Barr Mansion\, 10463 Sprinkle Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:Beyond The Newsroom: Covering Texas Today
DESCRIPTION:Texas remains one of the most politically\, culturally\, and financially influential places in the world. But as the media landscape has shifted with the rise of social media influencers and podcasters\, a series of questions has emerged about what defines a journalist\, why people are increasingly turning to non-traditional media for their news\, how journalism schools and traditional media are keeping pace\, and — perhaps most importantly — how these factors are shaping the way Texas is covered journalistically. \n6:00-6:30 p.m.  Arrivals + book sales\n6:30-7:30 p.m.  Program\n7:30-8:30 p.m.  Reception + opportunity for continued conversation + book sales and signing \nConfirmed participants to date: \n\nBecky Bullard\, Founder\, Democrasexy\nCarlos Eduardo Espina\, Content creator and activist\nTom Rosenstiel\, Media scholar and author of The Next Journalism\n\nCopies of The Next Journalism will be available for sale onsite and Tom Rosenstiel will sign copies following the program. By purchasing through the Store at LBJ\, you support a local cultural institution. All proceeds from sales support our programming\, exhibits\, and educational initiatives at the LBJ Presidential Library. \nLocation and Parking \nThe conversation will be hosted in the 10th floor Atrium of the LBJ Presidential Library. Free parking will be available at the LBJ Library visitors’ lot located at 2313 Red River Street. \nRegistration \nAdvance registration is requested.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/beyond-the-newsroom-covering-texas-today/
LOCATION:LBJ Presidential Library\, 2313 Red River St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker,Networking
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SUMMARY:The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) - Community Cinema
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a spooky-sweet night with Jack\, Sally\, and all your favorite Halloween Town characters on the big screen. \n\n\n\n\nGrab chairs and a blanket\, bring family and friends\, and enjoy this special screening. \nCome explore Community First! Village\, reserve your spot\, and enjoy your favorite movie concessions. Popcorn\, candy\, and drinks will be available for purchase (cards only\, cash not accepted). \nWe encourage you to support our concessions team rather than bringing outside food and drinks. Concessions sales directly support our formerly homeless neighbors earning a dignified income to work the event! \nTickets are FREE for this event! \nGuided tours of the Village are offered at most public Community Cinema events and will take place between listed event start time and prior to start of the film. \nDress in weather-appropriate clothing and don’t forget your flashlights and bug spray. We also recommend wearing closed-toe shoes. \nLike our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter or Instagram for all the latest news & updates from The Community Cinema. \nDogs on leashes are welcome at Community Cinema movie nights! \nInterested in renting the Community Cinema amphitheater for a private event? Email cinema@mlf.org. \nMovies begin at full dark and/or ~an hour after event start time\, depending on the season.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-nightmare-before-christmas-1993-community-cinema-2/
LOCATION:Community First Village\, 9301 Hog Eye Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78724\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film-Screening
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