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Austin Cooperative Summit

Austin Co-op Think Tank looks to connect people and co-ops while spreading the word about co-ops in Austin. Read more about the movement in "From Occupation to Co-operation." Fri.-Sat., Jan. 25-26. $25, general admission; $50, co-op workers.

Friday Reception at Vuka Co-op, 411 W. Monroe; Saturday Conference at CMA Building (UT campus)

www.ncba.coop/ncba/events/regional-events, kim@collegehouses.org

Beard Prom: A Hairy Metal Prom

The whiskered folks of the Austin Facial Hair Club know how to let their beards down and party. Come dressed as your favorite heavy metal persona. We're expecting ZZ Top to be a favorite. 8-11:45pm. $25 ($40 for couples).

Saengerrunde Hall, 1607 San Jacinto, 512/478-1411

www.facebook.com/events/130817557082363

Children’s Promise Block Party & BBQ

Learn about Southwest Key's free fitness program by trying out a few games along with yoga, Zumba, health screenings, and free food. 5-7pm. Free.

Southwest Key Community Center, 462-2181

www.swkey.org

Cooking Demo With Chef Father Leo Patalinghug

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin present a dinner with celebrity chef Fr. Leo Patalinghug, who will demonstrate his Fusion Steak Fajita recipe and share Grace Before Meals tools and tips for bringing families together at meal time. 6pm. $150.

Mercury Hall, 615 Cardinal, 512/236-1226

www.csdatx.org/celebrating-catholic-schools

DREAM Sabbath

Wildflower Church and Austin Interfaith host students and clergy speaking in support of the DREAM Act, which helps undocumented youths gain legal status through college or military service. 7pm.

Wildflower Unitarian Universalist Church, 1314 E. Oltorf

amm2623@gmail.com

Is America Governable?

Scholars and writers come together to discuss the apparent dysfunction of the United States government, as well as possible remedies. See website for complete details and registration.

UT School of Law, 727 E. Dean Keeton, 512/471-5151

www.utexas.edu/law/conferences/governable

Lucky Lounge HAAM Benefit

Three bands and a good cause. 6-11pm. $10.

Lucky Lounge, 209-A W. Fifth, 584-1753

www.starcrazyevents.com

Spiritual Discussion

Discuss spirituality, religion, or the lack thereof at these casual, weekly meet-ups. Fridays, 6:30pm. Free.

Central Market North, 4001 N. Lamar, 453-0331

www.eckankar-texas.org/site/centers/austin

Supper Friends Dinners

Three guest chefs finish out the month in the Supper Friends kitchen: Chef Dustin Koerner presents a Latin Fusion meal on Fri., Jan. 18 at 7pm; Chef Josh Venne's guests will Experience Spain on Wed., Jan. 23; and chef Eric Nelson Brown will prepare Classy Texas Comfort Food on Fri. & Sat., Jan. 25 & 26. As always, reserve by phone and BYOB. $65.

Swoop House at 2Dine4 Catering, 3012 Gonzales, 512/467-6600

www.2dine4.com

VINclusive! Weekend Retreat

Enjoy a weekend filled with five meals complemented by wines, hands-on workshops on vine pruning and wine blending, and deluxe accommodations at the resort. Reserve online or by phone. Fri.-Sun., Jan. 25-27. $900 per couple.

Messina Hof Winery and Resort, 4545 Old Reliance, 979/778-9463

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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

Downtown Ghost Tours

offer nooks-and-crannies walking tours that spotlight the dead to bring Austin's history and geography to life. Fri.-Sat., 8pm.

853-9826

www.austinghosttours.com

Emancipet Free Days

This mobile spay/neuter clinic might be in your neighborhood today. Check www.emancipet.org to find out. Fri.-Sat., check-in begins 8am (first come, first served). Free.

587-SPAY

Helping Hands Center

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

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

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