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SUMMARY:Texas Nature and Clean Energy Summit
DESCRIPTION:Texas is growing fast\, and our land and wildlife are feeling the strain. Pollution and decades of energy development have left lasting marks on prairies\, rivers\, and coastal habitats. Clean\, renewable energy is essential to powering Texas’ future without repeating those harms. But how we build it matters. The choices we make now will shape the Texas landscape and its wildlife for generations. \nThe Nature and Clean Energy Summit will bring together conservation leaders and clean energy practitioners to examine how we protect land\, air\, water and wildlife while meeting growing energy needs. The Summit will highlight practical examples of impact mitigation\, policy ideas to promote renewables while protecting nature\, and address a growing challenge: proposals for moratoriums and restrictive policies that would halt renewable energy development rather than improve it \nYou can register here. \nGuest Speakers:\nAndy Sansom\, former Executive Director\, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department\nDr. Michael Webber\, Professor and Clean Energy Technology Expert\, UT Austin\nJudd Messer\, Vice President\, Advanced Power Alliance\nStacy Ortego\, Gulf of Mexico Campaign Manager\, National Wildlife Federation
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/texas-nature-and-clean-energy-summit/
LOCATION:Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\, 4801 LaCrosse Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, 78739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:Wild and Scenic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Wild and Scenic Film Festival aims to inspire environmental activism and a love for nature through film. We will screen six short films: \n\nLocal Climate Solutions: Biodiversity & Forest Conservation in the Sierra Gorda\nBoca Chica\nThe Human Side Of Plastic: Babacar Thiaw\nLights Out\nThe Cost of Forever\nWILDHOPE: Cougar Crossing\n\nThese films cover topics like climate change\, plastic pollution\, conservation and the environmental impact of SpaceX’s launchpad in South Texas. After the films\, we will lead a short discussion considering the films in the context of Texas’s current environmental challenges. \nYou can buy your ticket here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/wild-and-scenic-film-festival/
LOCATION:Austin Film Society\, 6406 North Interstate 35 Frontage Road #3100\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film-Screening
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SUMMARY:Texas’ Solar Summer
DESCRIPTION:The Texas’ Solar Summer webinar will be 2-3 pm on Thursday\, 07/25. Experts on Texas solar will discuss how solar energy is helping keep the lights on\, save people money\, and reduce pollution. This forum will be held on Zoom. Please RSVP to receive the webinar link.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/texas-solar-summer/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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SUMMARY:E-Bike Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:Come take an electric bike for a spin at the “E-Bike Rodeo” at the state Capitol. Experts there will teach event attendees the skills and precautions needed to ride a e-bike safely and tell them about an Austin Energy rebate program designed to help customers purchase an e-bike.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/e-bike-rodeo/
LOCATION:Texas State Capitol Building\, 1100 Congress Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T103000
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SUMMARY:Dogs for Clean Water rally
DESCRIPTION:7 dog deaths from exposure to toxic algae blooms while swimming in our lakes. Half our creeks with unsafe levels of fecal bacteria. Two boil water notices in three years.\n\n \nAustin has a water pollution problem. Bring your dog (or come by yourself!) down to Auditorium Shores for a press conference to call on City Council to take action to clean up our waterways.\n\n \nOne major source of pollution is stormwater runoff. As we pave over more of the city\, rain can’t soak into the ground. Instead it rushes along the concrete\, picking up dog poop\, fertilizer and other pollutants and pushing it all into creeks and lakes.\n\n \nNature-based infrastructure\, including rain gardens and green roofs\, allows rainwater to soak into the ground\, slowing it down and filtering out pollution.\n\n \nCity staff proposed important code changes to require nature based infrastructure on commercial properties\, close loopholes that allow old developments to avoid pollution controls\, and reduce water polluting sprawl by encouraging in fill development.\n \nWe need City Council to take up these proposals and implement them immediately. They won’t completely solve the problem\, but they’ll help a lot and they’re something we can do right now.\n\n \nLet’s build a more natural Austin and guarantee healthy waters for our families\, pets\, and wildlife.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/dogs-for-clean-water-rally/
LOCATION:Auditorium Shores\, 900 W. Riverside Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest
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SUMMARY:Documentary Screening with Filmmaker Susan Rockefeller
DESCRIPTION:Join Environment Texas and Wisconsin Environment for a free screening of the new short film\, “Come Home.”\n\n \nAfterwards\, filmmaker Susan Rockefeller will join us for a panel discussion with local leaders from TX and WI\, to discuss how we make progress towards protecting the planet in polarized political environments.\n\n \nThe film and other environmental short films are available to view for free between April 26 and April 29\, thanks to the Film Collaborative.\n\n \nTexas and Wisconsin residents can access the films here:\nhttps://watch.eventive.org/…/play/606f84098bcf40003ef00eed\nEnter this code for free access: ENVIROSHORTSFREE\n \nFor more information on the films: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/conversations/
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/documentary-screening-with-filmmaker-susan-rockefeller/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Film-Screening
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SUMMARY:Student Climate Action Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:Join students from across Texas in a virtual lobby day of the Texas Legislature. We’ll advocate for climate solutions and a clean energy future.\n \n\nOn April 5th\, we’ll do virtual briefings on the science of global warming\, the solutions\, and the bills currently under debate in the Legislature. We’ll also hold a training on how to lobby.\n \n\nOn April 6th\, we’ll set up zoom calls with your state Representatives and Senators and pair you with other students and an experienced advocate to back you up. You’ll tell your legislator why you care about climate change and why they should support bills to promote wind and solar power\, electric vehicles\, walkable and bikeable neighborhoods\, and more.\n \n\nSign up here:\nhttps://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSelyR3d55pvvE…/viewform\nEvent co-sponsored by Sunrise Movement and Jolt
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/student-climate-action-lobby-day/2021-04-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210213T005131Z
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SUMMARY:Meet Texas' top Black environmental leaders: A chat with John Beard
DESCRIPTION:This Black History Month we’re talking with some of Texas’ top Black environmental leaders. This week\, we speak with John Beard\, Jr.\, Founder\, Chairman and CEO of the Port Arthur Community Action Network\, a community based\, environmental justice non-profit. PACAN advocates for solutions that reduce or eliminate environmental and public health hazards\, promotes community development and improvements to the quality of life in Port Arthur. Prior to founding PACAN\, John worked in the refining industry for 38 years.\n \n\nLast year\, PACAN secured a settlement with Motiva to “provide for a community planning process to create an Environmental Justice strategy for improving the health and environment of Port Arthur residents. In addition\, an existing energy efficiency program will be expanded in order to make homes safer and healthier in this vulnerable city\, where many community members are still struggling to restore their homes more than two years after Tropical Storms Harvey and Imelda inundated Port Arthur’s historic West Side.” More: https://lonestarlegal.blog/…/port-arthur-community…/
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/meet-texas-top-black-environmental-leaders-a-chat-with-john-beard/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T235043
CREATED:20210127T193338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T193338Z
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SUMMARY:Environment Texas 2021 Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a round of environmentally-themed Jeopardy with U.S. Congressman Joaquin Castro\, U.S. Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher and State Representative Erin Zwiener. We’ll hear from Representative John Cyrier about the upcoming legislative session in Texas\, enjoy some live zoom music from Elana James of the Hot Club of Cowtown\, and see if anyone can beat three-time Jeopardy champion\, Rep. Zwiener. \n  \nTickets are available with a minimum donation of $25\, or as much as you’d like to contribute toward Environment Texas’ mission to protect clean air\, clean water\, and open spaces in Texas. Gifts of $1\,000 or higher will be recognized as members of the host committee.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/environment-texas-2021-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T235043
CREATED:20201229T185927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T190010Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Solar Lunch 'n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join Solar United Neighbors & Environment Texas & learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home or small business. We’ll discuss the technology\, economics\, and financing of solar energy systems. \n  \nYou’ll also learn about the solar co-ops we have launched:\n• Dallas & DeSoto Solar Co-op;\n• Spring Branch Solar Co-op (open to Houston residents) \n  \nThese co-ops are free to join and members are *not* obligated to buy solar panels. \nCo-op members get: \n• a free review of your roof to see if solar panels will work for you\n• one-on-one support for all your questions about going solar\n• an individualized proposal for solar at a bulk rate \n  \nIf you live outside the co-op area\, feel free to join us to learn about solar\, and then check out our website (www.SolarUnitedNeighbors.org) for information on signing up as an individual member and how we can support you in going solar on your own. \n  \nFind out more with no obligations and from the comfort of home. This will be a live presentation so bring your questions about solar and we’ll answer them!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/texas-solar-lunch-n-learn/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201019T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201019T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T235043
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T215319Z
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SUMMARY:Local Environmental Enforcement Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Local Environmental Enforcement: How county\, city\, and local governments can protect clean air and water \nJoin us Monday\, October 19 at 5 pm to learn more about the benefits of local environmental enforcements. The last year and a half has been a high profile year for air pollution and chemical disasters in Texas. Thankfully\, local governments can play a central role in monitoring air quality\, reducing pollution\, and holding polluters accountable. We’ll talk about Texas’ pollution and chemical disaster problem\, and how city\, county\, and local governments can protect clean air and water. \nSpeakers: \nDr. Latrice Babin\, Director of Harris County Pollution Control Services\nDr. Joe Lyou\, former Board Member at the South Coast Air Quality Management District\nJohn Beard Jr.\, Chair of Port Arthur Community Action Network\nCatherine Fraser\, Clean Air Associate\, Environment Texas (moderator) \nRegister here to receive a link to the zoom webinar.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/local-environmental-enforcement-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201010T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T235043
CREATED:20200930T220647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T220647Z
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SUMMARY:Electric buses for Austin ISD
DESCRIPTION:Webinar on the advances in electric school bus technology\, health risks for kids breathing diesel exhaust\, and financing opportunities for school districts. We’ll also hear from the transportation director for Everman ISD\, which is the first Texas school district to launch an electric school bus pilot program
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/electric-buses-for-austin-isd/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T235043
CREATED:20200910T151433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200910T151433Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Waters Movie + Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about dangerous PFAS “forever chemicals” and Rob Bilott’s crusade against the chemical giant DuPont at our virtual screening of Dark Waters and following panel discussion. \nRegister to get an exclusive link to watch the film. Then join us to hear from Rob Bilott himself at our virtual panel discussion on Wednesday\, September 16 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. CT. \nPanelists include: \n\nRob Bilott\, the corporate lawyer-turned-environmental crusader upon whom the movie is based\nKatie Pelch\, professor of plastic toxicity at University of North Texas School of Public Health\nAnna Farrell-Sherman\, Clean Water Associate with Environment Texas\n\nJoin Environment Texas as we dig deeper into the issues of surrounding PFAS contamination in our state and consider possible solutions to this growing crisis.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/dark-waters-movie-discussion/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Film-Screening,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T235043
CREATED:20200826T192050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T192137Z
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SUMMARY:Plastics and Covid-19: Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The plastic industry has used the coronavirus to push their toxic products in the midst of a global health crisis. Come learn about the true dangers of plastics to our health and our wildlife at our lunchtime panel discussion.\n \n\nSpeakers will include:\nKatie Pelch\, professor of plastic toxicity at University of North Texas School of Public Health\nSam Norris with the Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Center\nPaul Oveisi\, co-owner of Austin’s own Cosmic Coffee\nAnna Farrell-Sherman\, Clean Water Associate with Environment Texas\n\n \nCHECK BACK FOR REGISTRATION LINKS
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/plastics-and-covid-19-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T235043
CREATED:20200820T185912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T185912Z
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SUMMARY:Flaring\, Venting and Methane Pollution Townhall
DESCRIPTION:Join State Representative Erin Zwiener\, Sierra Club\, Lone Star Chapter\, Green Latinos\, Environmental Defense Fund and Environment Texas and legislative leaders as we discuss a proposal on flaring by the Railroad Commission of Texas\, federal rollback of air pollution rules on methane and what we can do in Texas to change it!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/flaring-venting-and-methane-pollution-townhall/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200407T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T235043
CREATED:20200401T155411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200401T160954Z
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SUMMARY:Green Kids Webinar: Wildlife of Texas
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Green Kids webinar\, a 30-minute activity for you and the kids to learn about environmental issues\, ask questions\, and do fun activities all from your living room. \nWildlife of Texas (Tuesday 4/7 at 4:30 p.m.). We will learn to spot invasive\, endangered\, and native species in Texas. Then we will draw pictures of our favorite native and endangered critters\, and write letters to our representatives to support protections for them. \nYou will need a computer\, tablet or other device — preferably with a webcam so we can interact with you — and some basic materials to do our activities\, all stuff most of us have around the house. \nSign up here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-kids-webinar-wildlife-of-texas/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly
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SUMMARY:Urge Governor Abbott To Act On Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:From Environment Texas –\nJoin us at the Governor’s Mansion on Tuesday\, Jan 8th\, at 10am to tell Gov. Abbott that we want him to act on climate change! \nWhen asked whether climate change could have worsened the effects of hurricane Harvey\, Gov. Abbott said that he’s not a scientist and thus it’d be “impossible” for him to say. \nWell\, as young people and concerned citizens we know that you don’t have to be a scientist to read the news (or look out the window). The effects of climate change are happening now\, and Gov. Abbott\, as our leader and state governor\, has a responsibility to protect us and our future. \nClimate scientists warn with increasing urgency that we need to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions\, and Texas is no exception. That’s why Environment Texas has teamed up with climate scientists to write Gov. Abbott in response to his statement and offer to brief him on the issue. \nJoin us to deliver the letter and show Gov. Abbott that citizens\, climate scientists\, and community advocates all agree: our leaders should read the reports\, listen to the scientists\, and take action to protect our beautiful state for generations to come. \nGame plan: We’ll gather outside the Governor’s Mansion at 10am where we’ll hear from a few speakers about the letter and our new report\, “Climate Solutions from Day One: 12 Ways Governors Can Lead on Climate Now”. Then\, we’ll march to the Governor’s Reception Room at the capital to formally deliver the letter and report. \nIt’s not too late to do the right thing. We came together to battle the floodwaters of Hurricane Harvey\, and in the face of worsened coastal storms\, droughts\, and record-breaking heat waves\, we can do it again. It’s time to act on climate\, and with Gov. Abbott as an ally\, our state could do exactly that. So let’s make our voices heard\, and ask Gov. Abbott to join us in building a cleaner\, greener\, future for us all.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/urge-governor-abbott-to-act-on-climate-change/
LOCATION:Texas Governor’s Mansion\, 1010 Colorado St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Solar Energy Adventure at Austin High
DESCRIPTION:From Environment Texas –\nJoin our solar energy adventure at Austin High on December 15th at 11am for some family fun! \nWe’ll do a hands-on solar oven activity where kids use common reusable items to create cardboard and foil heating devices (cookies included)\, learn about the power of rooftop solar\, and get up on the roof for an exclusive tour of Austin High’s rooftop solar facilities.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/solar-energy-adventure-at-austin-high/
LOCATION:Stephen F. Austin High School\, 1715 W Cesar Chavez St\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T103000
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SUMMARY:Solar School Tour Featuring Austin High
DESCRIPTION:From Environment Texas –\nJoin us on October 20th to see school-top solar in action. Austin High is doing their part in the clean energy revolution. Learn how your school can join the party in an exclusive tour of Austin High’s rooftop solar facilities. \nHear from students\, staff\, and solar specialists on the benefits of solar energy and its role in building a brighter future for us all. We’re looking forward to seeing you there! \n\nEvent Location\nAustin High School\n1715 Cesar Chavez St\nAustin\, TX 78703\nDIRECTIONS\nPark in one of Austin High’s lots\, look for our signs\, and make your way to Austin High’s Performing Arts Center on the East side of campus where you’ll meet your rooftop party guides.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/solar-school-tour-featuring-austin-high/
LOCATION:Stephen F. Austin High School\, 1715 W Cesar Chavez St\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
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SUMMARY:Postponed: Climate Solutions Tour - Rise For Climate Day Of Action
DESCRIPTION:From Rise For Climate and Environment Texas –\n*Please note\, due to the weather\, this event has been postponed. Stay tuned for a new date. * \nOn Sep. 8\, as part of the Rise for Climate Global Day of Action\, join us for a “Climate Solutions Tour” of east Austin. We’ll visit the La Loma Community Solar Farm to learn how solar energy can help replace dirty coal energy\, Eden East Farm to talk about how sustainable agriculture can help fight climate change\, and check out an Electric Vehicle Showcase at Austin Community College’s Eastview Campus. Then\, we’ll head to the Friends and Allies brewery to check out some of their sustainability measures and wrap up the day with a cold drink. Bike or carpool if you can! \n10 – 1030 AM  – La Loma Community Solar Farm\, 942 Lott Ave\, Austin TX 78721 \n11 – 1130 AM – Eden East Farms\, 755 Springdale Rd\, Austin\, TX 78702 \n12 – 1230 PM – ACC Eastview Campus\, 3401 Webberville Rd\, Austin\, TX 78702 \n1 – 2 PM   Friends And Allies Brewery\, 979 Springdale Rd #124\, Austin\, TX 78702 \nMore about Rise For Climate \nOn September 8\, we’re planning thousands of rallies in cities and towns around the world to demand our local leaders commit to building a fossil free world that puts people and justice before profits. \nNo more stalling\, no more delays: it’s time for a fast and fair transition to 100% renewable energy for all. \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/climate-solutions-tour-rise-for-climate-day-of-action/
LOCATION:La Loma Community Solar Farm\, 942 Lott Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
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SUMMARY:10th Annual Green Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Barr Mansion & The Shades of Green Radio Show Present\nThe 10th Annual Austin Green Holiday Party \nWednesday\, December 6th\, 2017 6-10pm\nHosted and Sponsored by Barr Mansion\n10463 Sprinkle Rd.\, Austin\, TX 78754 (www.barrmansion.com) \nAdvance Tickets $25.00\, ($30.00 at door). Tickets can be purchased here.\n(Tickets include snacks\, dinner\, all drinks and live music) \nCo-Hosted by:\n• Earth Day ATX and EarthX\n• Austin EcoNetwork\n• Shades of Green Radio Show\n• Public Citizen Texas\n• Texas Solar Energy Society\n• Texas Renewable Energy Industries Alliance\n• Environment Texas\n• Austin Zero Waste Alliance\n• Citizens Climate Lobby\n• Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems\n• Design Build Live\n• Clean Water Action\n• U.S.G.B.C. Texas\n• Texas Campaign for the Environment\n• Sustainable Food Center\n• 350 Austin\n• Solar Austin \nJoin us for the Austin green mixer of the year\, our 10th\, can you believe it? Hosted this year by 18 great organizations\, this event is a fun place for area environmentalists to come together\, celebrate\, scheme and prepare for the new year. \nMagical music by Seu Jacinto\, a group introducing and developing traditional Northeastern Brazilian culture to Central Texas. Seu Jacinto pays homage to the masters of the Brazilian folk musical traditions of forró\, coco\, cavalo marinho\, and many other Northeast Brazilian rhythms. \nExperience how our hosts and sponsors Barr Mansion are at the nexus of a merging of the environmental and food movements while enjoying a buffet featuring a variety of their seasonal\, all-organic favorites. \nIt’s been a crazy year so let’s “regroup”\, have some fun and get ourselves ready for the good fight in 2018. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/10th-annual-green-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Barr Mansion\, 10463 Sprinkle Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78754\, United States
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SUMMARY:Environment Texas 10th Anniversary Party
DESCRIPTION:From Environment Texas –\nFrom saving the Christmas Mountains of Big Bend to successfully suing two of Houston’s biggest air polluters\, Environment Texas has won real results for Texas’ environment over the last decade. \nPlease come help us celebrate our work from the last ten years and learn what we’ve got planned for this year and beyond! \nJoin us on Wednesday February 17th from 7pm to 9pm at the Google Fiber space downtown to celebrate with the hilarious Jim Hightower\, Congressman Lloyd Doggett\, Austin Mayor Steve Adler along with our allies\, members and supporters! We will have a buffet from a local caterer and an open bar sponsored by Hops and Grain Brewery and Titos Vodka. \nYou can RSVP at a www.bit.ly/1PbdrHL with a suggested donation of $25. If you’re an activist/student\, you’re welcome to join us for free by RSVPing to sara@environmenttexas.org.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/environment-texas-10th-anniversary-party/
LOCATION:Google Fiber Space\, 201 Colorado St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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