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Israeli-Palestinian Prospects for Peace

The Israel Palestine Center for Research and Information is a think-tank that works on practical solutions to the Israel-Palestine conflict. Gershon Baskin, its co-director and founder, speaks about peace in the Middle East. 7:30pm. Free.

Dell Jewish Community Center, 7300 Hart, 826-4578

www.jstreet/org/austin, charmccann@gmail.com

Laughter Yoga

Put some merrymaking in your yoga routines. No experience necessary. 6:30pm. Free.

Laura's Library, 9411 Bee Cave Road, 327-3045

www.westbanklibrary.com

Mardi Gras Downtown

Like Halloween, Mardi Gras is a good excuse for undergrads and their ilk to fill Sixth Street with much flesh, few articles of clothing, and even fewer inhibitions. Attend or avoid at your own risk.

Science Study Break: Ask Dr. Loving

UT's Dr. Timothy Loving discusses the ups and downs, as well as the ins and outs of romance and relationship from a science standpoint. Not guaranteed to get you in the mood. 6pm. Free.

UT Student Activity Center, 2201 Speedway, 495-4644

www.lib.utexas.edu/lsl/StudyBreak/SSB.html

Simplify Cooking Class Series

Chef Katy Parker is back with the hands-on five-week series designed to teach fundamentals and build culinary knowledge. Choose mornings (10am-noon) or evenings (6-8pm) for five weeks beginning this week. Reserve by phone. Tuesdays through Feb. 26, 10am-noon. $249.

Faraday's Kitchen Store, 1501-A RR 620 N., 512/266-5666

www.faradayskitchenstore.com

Tasting with the Chocolate Shaman

Julie Hutchinson, aka the Chocolate Shaman, presents a class of chocolate delights that are gluten- and guilt-free, as well as vegan. Reserve by phone. 6-8pm. $25.

Savory Spice Shop North Austin, 10000 Research Blvd. #129, 512/795-0770

The Human Cost of India's Race for Development

Priyanka Borpujari is an independent journalist based in Mumbai who documents the human rights abuses in this "hidden civil war" through her writing and photography. 5:30-7pm.

Liberal Arts Building (CLA 0.112), UT campus

www.facebook.com/events/417518491657220

Veterans Summit

State, local, and federal officials discuss issues important to vets. Workshops on programs and benefits will also be available. Register online. Tue.-Wed. Feb. 12-13. Free.

Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd.

www.tvc.texas.gov/summit.aspx

Yoga Practice

Bring your mat and a desire to get your Vinyasa flowed right. Every weekday, 8am. Free.

Cherrywood Coffeehouse, 1400 E. 38 1/2, 538-1991

www.cherrywoodcoffeehouse.com

Yoga Ride

A 5-mile ride precedes your yoga class tailored to the cycling body. Enjoy a dip in the Springs afterward. Tuesdays, 7pm. Free.

Doug Sahm Hill, 885 W. Riverside (next to Palmer Events Center)

www.facebook.com/groups/246934478735899

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Adult Open Computer Clinic

features one-on-one help with everything from typing and mousing to using Microsoft Word, e-mail, and the Internet. Work on your resume or just print up that document you need. No registration required. Mon.-Thu., 9am-5pm; Fri., 9am-noon. Free.

Austin Free-Net, 2208 Webberville

www.austinfree.net

Barton Springs Audio Tour

Take a self-guided tour of Austin's favorite swimming hole. All you have to do is download the audio files and map from the Save Our Springs Alliance website, and off you go.

Barton Springs Pool, 2101 Barton Springs Rd., 512/867-3080

www.sosalliance.org

Cap Metro's Adopt-a-Stop

allows you or your organization to adopt one of the stops along Cap Metro's bus lines. In exchange for helping keep your stop tidy, Cap Metro will let you spruce it up (Keep Austin Beautiful will even provide landscaping tools) to reflect the personality of your neighborhood.

369-7720

juan.wah@capmetro.org

Central Market Cooking School

Whether you need to brush up your knife skills or throw together a romantic Thai dinner for two, these guys have you covered year round with an eclectic array of classes spanning all skill levels.

Central Market North, 4001 N. Lamar, 512/206-1000

www.centralmarket.com/Cooking-School.aspx

Community Tax Services

Foundation Communities is providing free tax-preparation services to income-qualifying individuals and households this spring, and it's also offering low-fee refund-anticipation loans. See www.communitytaxcenters.org for hours and details on income qualifications. Free.

2600 W. Stassney

Helping Hands Center

needs strong, dependable males to help load/unload groceries twice monthly.

Helping Hands Center, 1151 San Bernard St., 472-2298

Host a Creek Cleanup

Is the creek you love filled with beer cans and six-pack rings? All you have to do is gather some friends to clean it up, and Keep Austin Beautiful and Watershed Protection and Development Review will give you all the guidance and materials you need. Free.

391-0617

www.keepaustinbeautiful.org/creekcleanup

Human Potential Center

Join the various gatherings throughout the month. Events range from explorations of meditation practices to discussions of film to dream interpretation. Go online for a complete schedule of meetings.

Human Potential Center, 2007 Bert, 441-8988

www.humanpotentialcenter.org

Travis County Sheriff Volunteers

Victim Services Unit is seeking volunteers who are over 21 and have a reliable car and cell phone to work four four-hour shifts per month for a year. The next training session begins March 18. See website for complete details.

www.tcsheriff.org