AUSTIN FARMERS' MARKET
features fresh organic produce, meats, and cheeses straight from surrounding Texas farms, plus live music every week.
Saturdays, 8am-noon.
Republic Square Park, 422 Guadalupe, 974-6700.
Free.
www.austinfarmersmarket.org
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.hauntedtexas.com
DRIPPING SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET
You're local; shouldn't your food be too?
First and third Saturdays, 9am-1pm.
The Triangle, corner of Highway 290 & RR 12, Dripping Springs, 512/858-4725.
Free.
www.dsfarmersmarket.yolasite.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).
587-SPAY.
Free.
FOURTH OF JULY LISTINGS
No, it's not that we're not patriotic, it's that we're so patriotic we felt the need to give Fourth of July listings their own special page filled with glory and majesty. Check it out here.
KOMBUCHA-MAKING WORKSHOP
What better way to spice up your Fourth than with a big batch of organic kombucha. Call to RSVP, and start brewing today.
10:30am.
Directions given with reservation, 423-1050.
$35 for class and starter kit.
www.docjody.com
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SUNSET VALLEY FARMERS MARKET
has all the locally produced fresh foods you could ever want, plus lots of nice local farmers to sell 'em to you. Consistently voted to be among the top farmers' markets in the country (most recently by the Audubon Society and Eating Well magazine), SVFM is celebrating its 10th year, so stop by, and tell them happy birthday.
Saturdays, 9am-1pm.
Toney Burger Center, 3200 Jones Rd., 280-1976.
Free.
www.sunsetvalleyfarmersmarket.org
ACCESS AWARDS NOMINATIONS
On this 19th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, the Committee for People With Disabilities requests nominations of businesses that strive to be accessible to everyone. Nomination forms and a list of criteria can be found at www.cityofaustin.org/ada/access_nomform.htm. Nominations must be received by July 9.
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AFS FOREIGN EXCHANGE
Open your home to a foreign exchange student, or work as a liaison to both students and host families. Either way, you're making that cultural bridge a bit more pleasant to traverse.
800/876-2377.
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ANIMAL FOSTER CARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Austin Humane Society needs your help taking care of animals on a short-term (or long-term) basis. They supply the instruction and support, and you supply the love and time so AHS can help more animals in need.
685-0120.
www.austinhumanesociety.org
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AUSTIN CARSHARE
Become part of the solution to our carbon-choked air and our traffic-clogged streets: Enroll in Austin CarShare, the first car-sharing program in Texas.
448-4477.
www.austincarshare.org
AUSTIN MUSIC MEMORIAL NOMINATIONS
Who will be honored with an engraved disc on the Long Center terrace? You decide. Go online for nomination requirements. Suggestions must be submitted before Aug. 31 since the induction ceremony will be March of next year.
www.cityofaustin.org
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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, 2101 Barton Springs Rd, 476-9044.
www.sosalliance.org
CAUTION, FLYING BISCUITS
In weird-press-release news, don't eat any biscuits that may fall from the sky. Most likely they are baits laced with the rabies vaccine. No foolin'. However, rabies is on the rise and more dangerous than swine flu, so don't assume an animal is rabies-free; get checked out.
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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, 206-1000.
www.centralmarket.com
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CITY OF AUSTIN BIZAID
offers free technical assistance to small businesses. Among the services offered are weekly orientation sessions for people hoping to start their own businesses, Lunch & Learn sessions for established business owners, and one-on-one confidential counseling sessions that address financial literacy, offer business-plan assistance, and more.
974-7800.
www.cityofaustin.org
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CLASSES FOR COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS/NONPROFITS
The Austin Community College Center for Community-Based and Nonprofit Organizations offers a variety of classes to help philanthropic organizations achieve success. Visit their website for details.
5930 Middle Fiskville Rd., 223-7076.
www.nonprofitaustin.org
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COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH ASPERGER'S, ADHD, AND LEARNING DISABILITIES
Take advantage of the academic, independent-living, and social-skills assistance provided by College Living Experience. CLE's services are now available for special-needs students who attend ACC, UT, St. Edward's, or Concordia.
800/486-5058.
www.cleinc.net
DONATION REQUEST FOR ARCH
Especially during the sweltering summer, the soap desk at the ARCH is in need of all manner of toiletries (deodorant, etc.), hand-held fans, lip balm, sunscreen, and water bottles. Check the website, or call for specific items.
ARCH, 500 E. Seventh, 305-4174.
www.frontsteps.org
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ECKANKAR CENTER WORKSHOPS
The Eckankar Center of Austin hosts seminars and discussions of all things spiritual. Connect with the divine, interpret your dreams, conquer fear, master change, and more at one of its myriad free gatherings. Call or go online for a complete schedule.
Austin Eckankar Center, 223 W. Anderson Ste. 206-B, 453-0331.
www.eckankar-texas.org
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ESTATE & MEDICAID PLANNING WORKSHOPS
Got questions about living trusts, wills, protecting assets, reducing estate taxes, powers of attorney, or Medicaid eligibility? Then one of the Greening Law Firm's free seminars is probably right for you. Go online for a schedule with locations and times.
476-0888.
www.greeninglawfirm.com
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FAMILY ELDERCARE
Help Family Eldercare prevent exploitation of disabled adults and the elderly by volunteering as a bill payer or guardian advocate. Eldercare's clients have neither family support nor the ability to fully manage their own care or financial management; it takes as little as two hours a month for volunteers to make a big difference in their lives. No experience necessary; training is provided.
Family Eldercare, 2210 Hancock Dr, 483-3582.
www.familyeldercare.org
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GERMAN SHEPHERD RESCUE OF CENTRAL TEXAS
needs volunteers to help feed and care for the animals, assist with coordinating special events, and other duties.
Dripping Springs, 512/264-2478.
www.gsdrescuectx.com
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GLOBAL YOUTH PEACE SUMMIT
Seventy international, refugee, immigrant and local youth ages 11-18 gather to learn what it means to be a peaceful leader in a global community. Go online to sign up ($775, scholarships available), donate money to sponsor a student, or find a volunteer opportunity that suits you.
Aug. 8-16.
Wimberley, 476-8884.
www.amalafoundation.org
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HEALTHY WOMEN, HEALTHY FAMILIES
Help gather info and stories about the state of women's health in Texas. Go online, and take the survey, or share a story about a health-care challenge you've faced. The group hopes to take these stories and figures to the Legislature to raise awareness of Texas women's health issues.
462-1661.
www.healthywomenhealthyfamilies.org
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HELPING HANDS CENTER
needs strong, dependable males to help load/unload groceries twice monthly.
Helping Hands Center, 1151 San Bernard St, 472-2298.
(Volunteer Calls)
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.
391-0617.
Free.
www.keepaustinbeautiful.org
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HUMAN POTENTIAL CENTER
This South Austin nonprofit has myriad classes and workshops – from yoga and Reiki to art classes and dream interpretation – just waiting to maximize your potential. Check out the website for more info.
Human Potential Center, 2007 Bert, 441-8988.
www.humanpotentialcenter.org
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INDEPENDENT TEXANS MEETING
The organization that seeks to mobilize independent and split-ticket voters. See their Web site for details on their bimonthly meetings.
454-7200.
www.indytexans.org
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LADIES ROCK CAMP
Ladies Rock Camp is much like the Girls Rock Camp it benefits: instrument instruction, parties, workshops, and a rock-star finale at a local club. Brush up on your rock kicks, and help the younger set brush up on their confidence and self-image. Register online.
Fri.-Sun., July 17-19.
Griffin School, 710 E. 41st, 236-0969.
$350.
www.girlsrockcampaustin.org
LIFEWORKS LITERACY PROGRAM VOLUNTEEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed to tutor adult basic education and English as a second language classes. No prior experience or knowledge of a second language needed.
2222 Rosewood, 478-7323.
kirsten.hollis@lifeworksweb.org
www.lifeworksweb.org
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MEALS ON WHEELS AND MORE VOLUNTEERS
are desperately needed as summer approaches and volunteers go on vacation, not to mention an increased demand for the nonprofit's services. Go online for details, or call to volunteer.
476-6325 x131.
www.mealsonwheelsandmore.org
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NAME THOSE TREES
What a shame. That grove of trees just south of City Hall where South First splits needs a name. Perhaps you have a suggestion. The Shire? Already used. Jog-in-Place Triangle of Delay? Too wordy. Submit your name online at www.cityofaustin.org/parks/namingform.htm, return a completed form to the Parks & Recreation Department’s main office ( 200 S. Lamar), or fax it to 974-6756. Get your tree-grove names in before Aug. 26.
974-6716.
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NEIGHBORHOOD HABITAT CHALLENGE
Get the neighborhood organized, and start making your yard more hospitable to wildlife. If your neighborhood ends up with the largest number of certified wildlife habitats … well, isn't that enough?
Through Nov. 15.
327-8181 x29.
www.keepaustinwild.com
OUTDOOR YOGA
Forget the studio. Try hatha yoga in lovely Butler District Park. See www.outdooryoga.org for a schedule of instructors and the exact location.
Weekdays, 6pm; weekends, 11am; Mon., Wed., & Fri., 6:30am.
$5 suggested donation.
RED CROSS SUMMER CLASSES
in everything from CPR to water safety to the popular Babysitter Bootcamp. Go online for a complete schedule or to register.
929-1294.
www.centex.redcross.org
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SHARE! FOREIGN EXCHANGE
Act globally right from your home by opening your door to a high school exchange student placed by the nice folks at Share! Browse the applications to find the kid who's a good fit with your family. What have you got to lose … but your myopia?
800/941-3738.
ycoffman@sharesouthwest.org
www.sharesouthwest.org
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SMALL-BUSINESS START-UP CLASSES
Foundation Communities offers business classes for the self-employed or small-business owner. Get the tools you need to avoid common business mistakes. Times and locations vary, so call or e-mail for specifics.
211.
Free.
selfemployed@foundcom.org
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SUMMER WATER DONATIONS
Texas summer temperatures are uncomfortable for anyone but especially for those who don't have reasonably cool homes for respite. Mobile Loaves & Fishes is looking for bottled-water donations to keep everyone hydrated. Monetary donations can be made via www.mlfnow.org/water, or cases of water can be delivered to the St. John Neumann commissary (903 Capital of TX Hwy.).
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TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES
always seems to be donating a portion of its sales to some local charity or another. So, why not browse its Fair Trade imports and do Austin and the world a favor?
Ten Thousand Villages, 1317 S. Congress, 440-0440.
www.austin.tenthousandvillages.com
VOICES FROM SAN JACINTO
displays artifacts and historical documents that illuminate the last battle of the Texas Revolution.
Through Sept. 30.
Capitol Visitors Center, 112 E. 11th, 305-8400.
Free.
www.texascapitolvisitorscenter.com
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