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Austin for Climate Change Rally

Thousands are converging on the National Mall to rally for action on climate change and to express displeasure with the Keystone XL pipeline. For those who can't make it to the district, visit this Austin outpost instead. 2pm.

Fifth & Lamar

www.facebook.com/events/121998384644026, geoffry.martin1211@gmail.com

Forward on Climate Rally

Stand in solidarity with the rally in D.C. and speak up for the environment. 2-4pm.

Whole Foods Market, 525 N. Lamar, 512/476-1206

www.wholefoodsmarket.com, lzmaples@gmail.com

Free Tax Preparation

Go online for a list of locations, hours of operation, a list of forms to bring, and other helpful tips to prepare your tax returns with the help of a professional. Participants must make less than $50,000 a year. Through Mon., April 15. Free.

610-7374

www.foundcom.org/get-financially-stable/get-your-taxes-done/

Red & White 2013 Luncheon at the Lavender House

Enjoy a multicourse luncheon paired with red and white wines in the Lavender Haus reception hall. Reserve by phone or online. 12:30pm. $75, plus tax.

Becker Vineyards, 464 Becker Farms Rd., 800/946-9463

www.beckervineyards.com

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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

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

HOPE Farmers Market

This weekly gathering is part farmers' market, part community meeting, and part arts exchange. Browse the local produce options while learning about local organizations, signing up for wellness opportunities, or participating in a free yoga class. Sundays, 11am-3pm.

Plaza Saltillo, 401 Comal, 512/727-8363

www.hopefarmersmarket.org

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