As part of the Holding Spaces exhibition, The State of Black Brick-and-Mortar Spaces in Austin convenes Black business owners, organizers, and space-holders for an honest, grounded conversation about what it takes to operate and sustain physical spaces today. This moderated, story-forward panel centers lived experience rather than offering...
A panel exploring Black foodways in Austin,centering stories of land, labor, culture, and community through the lived experiences. As part of the Holding Spaces exhibition, Holding Space Through Food: Black Stories from Soil to Stove is a moderated, story-forward conversation centering Black foodways in Austin. This panel explores how...
It's that time again! Come down to the Central Library and help us celebrate our Tenth Craft Crawl! We're bringing back our favorite crafts from the past ten years! Remember, this is our annual adults-only (18+), after-hours event. Craft Stations: Bottle Cap Ornaments Embroidered Postcards Felt...
The City of Austin invites community members to a public meet and greet with the finalists for the Austin Public Library Director position on Monday, Dec. 1, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at the Austin Central Library. Event Details: What: Meet and greet with finalists for Austin...
We’re excited to invite you to the Office of Police Oversight (OPO)’s first-ever Community Open House — a special opportunity for Austinites to connect directly with our staff and leadership, ask questions, and learn how we work to promote transparency, accountability, and community trust in local law enforcement. Oversight is a community-first process and...
Austin is heading into a pivotal budget season. The City is facing a $33 million deficit, alongside devastating state and federal cuts—from refugee programs to food assistance to public health services like immunizations and disease prevention. The City Manager will release his proposed budget on Friday,...
This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so RSVP is required! Stay for the day, or for a portion of the event. Slipper Assembly presents Slipper Summit: A Day of Storytelling & Solidarity for Asian Creatives, a full-day event to share...
In celebration of Air Quality Awareness Week, join our team and your local librarian for a fun-filled storytime about Clean Air! Wednesday, May 7 at 10 am At the Austin Public Library's Central LibraryThis event is best for children aged 5 and under along with their parents or...
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...
We are holding information sessions about the proposed changes to Austin's short-term rental (STR) regulations. Please RSVP to attend one or more of the events below to learn more about the specific proposed amendments and provide feedback. Although registration is not mandatory to attend the sessions, it...