AUSTIN MOBILITY FORUM
There are more than 1,200 transportation projects on the docket for Austin, and you can help prioritize them at this meeting.
8am.
Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St, 477-1018.
www.cityofaustin.org
(Civic Interest)
BENEFIT CONCERT AT ST. MATTHEW'S
Local musicians do their part for Haiti. Participating artists include Cindy Sadler, David Small, Maimy Fong, Matt Wilson, Adam McInnis, the Austin Children's Choir, Nathan Payton, Samantha Miller, Liz Culpepper, and others. Donations go to the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund and the American Red Cross.
Sun., Feb. 21, 1:30pm.
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 8134 Mesa, 345-8314.
$20 suggested donation.
www.stmattsaustin.org
BLACK HISTORY CONCERT FOR HAITI
The young and charitable souls of Brooke Elementary have decided to ask for donations at their upcoming concert to donate to the Red Cross. In true grade-school fashion, bake sale proceeds will also go to charity.
Thu., Feb. 18, 5:30pm.
Brooke Elementary School, 3100 E. Fourth.
Donations appreciated.
COMPASSION ART AUCTION
What's sexier than a charitable spirit? Place a bid on one of the many pieces of art and maybe give it to that special someone for Valentine's. All of the proceeds go to Haiti relief. Cash donations are also accepted.
Sat., Feb. 13, 1-4pm.
Studio2Gallery, 1700 S. Lamar #318, 326-9102.
www.studio2gallery.com
HAITI RELIEF AT DELL DIAMOND
Pastor Charité Noel – pastor of the Free Methodist Church in Dessalines, Haiti – talks about the current state of Haiti. A live auction takes place at 8pm.
Thu., Feb. 11, 6:30pm.
The United Heritage Center at Dell Diamond, 3400 E. Palm ValleyRound Rock, 512/826-1508.
$50.
INTRODUCTION TO ALZHEIMER'S
Get info on warning signs, stages, the importance of diagnosis, treatment options, and more.
Second Tuesdays, 6pm.
Alzheimer's Association, 3429 Executive Center Dr., #100, 241-0420.
Free.
www.alz.org
KARAVEL SHOE DRIVE
Drop off your used shoes of any kind to Karavel Shoes during store hours and they will go directly to Soles4Souls (see their listing below).
Through Feb. 15.
Karavel Shoes, 5525 Burnet, 459-7603.
LOVE/HAITI BENEFIT
Live music, poetry, a silent auction, and a bake sale all make helping Haiti that much easier. The proceeds go to World Vision, a Christian humanitarian organization helping children and families in Haiti.
Fri., Feb. 12, 7pm.
Gallery 5619, 5619 Airport.
$5 donation appreciated.
www.mosaicaustin.org
MIDWIVES FOR HAITI BENEFIT
In collaboration with Midwives for Haiti, local midwives will be traveling to the still-struggling nation to provide care and supplies. Help them help Haiti by enjoying live music, drinks, and dessert as you bid on one of the many auction items.
Fri., Feb. 12, 8pm.
Soma Vida, 1210 Rosewood, 809-4944.
Donations appreciated.
drlasser@gmail.com
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH TRAINING
This three-part session begins today, giving you an introduction to organizing a neighborhood watch.
Second Tuesdays, 6:30pm.
Clinton Hunter Substation, 404 Ralph Ablanado, 974-4182.
www.citizenobserver.com
(Civic Interest)
TEAM CUISINE: CUPID IN THE KITCHEN
Let Culinary Department Chair Kevin Quinn of the Texas Culinary Academy give you hands-on instruction to help you whip up some romantic creations perfect for Valentine's Day.
6pm.
Texas Culinary Academy, 11140 Burnet Rd., 327-7555.
$75 ($65, members).
www.winefoodfoundation.org
WINE FOR THE PEOPLE
Every other week, the Whip In offers a class in being classy for a less-than-classy budget. Sample four wines while Rae Wilson teaches you about the region where the grapes are grown. Go online to reserve your seat.
Second and fourth Tuesdays, 7pm.
Whip In, 1950 S. I-35, 442-5337.
$10.
wineforthepeople@gmail.com
www.whipin.com
AMERICARES
has been providing medical and humanitarian aid to Haiti since 1984, so it knows its way around. For every dollar you donate, AmeriCares can provide $35 worth of aid.
www.americares.org
(Civic Interest)
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
BARTON SPRINGS INTERPRETIVE PLAN SURVEY
The Parks and Recreation Department needs your input to get a better idea of the use patterns at Barton Springs Pool. If you don't participate, you can't complain if PARD decides to install heaters in the pool.
sabina.mora@ci.austin.tx.us
www.surveymonkey.com
(Announcements)
CANCER CONNECTION VOLUNTEER TRAINING
is for cancer survivors and their loved ones who are interested in providing emotional support to patients currently battling the disease. Apply online at www.thecancerconnection.org.
Fri., Feb. 12, 5:45-9pm; Sat., Feb. 13, 8:45am-4pm.
342-0233.
$25 (scholarships available).
(Volunteer Calls)
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.
369-7759.
alissa.schram@capmetro.org
(Volunteer Calls)
CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES
Catholic Charities of Central Texas recommends donating to the national organization, Catholic Relief Services, at www.crs.org or Catholic Relief Services c/o Haiti Earthquake, PO Box 17090, Baltimore, MD, 21203
(Civic Interest)
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
(Meetings & Instruction)
CHILDREN OF ALL NATIONS
continues to fund an orphanage in Haiti and needs your money now more than ever to help evacuate the children to a safer location. Go to www.gwca.org/donate/general-donation/donate.php to make a donation.
(Civic Interest)
CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY
Learn about the many functions and operating procedures of the Austin Police Department. The next session starts March 2. For more information or an application, visit the APD website, www.cityofaustin.org/police.
974-5941.
dennis.farris@ci.austin.tx.us
(Civic Interest)
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
(Meetings & Instruction)
COATS FOR CUBS
is accepting real fur – be it a coat, trim, or other type of clothing – to be used as bedding for orphaned or injured wildlife. From now till Earth Day ( April 22), you may drop off your furs at Buffalo Exchange (just tell them they're for Coats for Cubs).
Buffalo Exchange, 2904 Guadalupe, 480-9925.
www.humanesociety.org
(Call for Donations)
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
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SURVEY
The city of Austin wants to know what you love and hate about our fair town. Don't hold anything back; that would be counterproductive. It's not just a complaining contest though; offer suggestions for the future. Go to www.imagineaustin.net/survey.htm to participate.
(Announcements)
E.M. BARRON EXHIBIT OF MINERALS & GEMS
Former Texas legislator and World War II veteran Col. E.M. Barron left behind a dazzling collection of unusual gems and minerals when he died in 1969. The globe-trotting colonel had collected them all over the world, and the Texas Natural Science Center has made them available to the public with this permanent exhibit.
Texas Memorial Museum, 2400 Trinity, 471-1604.
www.texasnaturalsciencecenter.org
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
(Other Realms)
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD NOMINATIONS
The Austin Climate Protection Program is accepting nominations of individuals, businesses, and organizations who deserve recognition for their green efforts. Go online for nominee criteria, and fill out the submission form before March 1.
www.coolaustin.org
(Civic Interest)
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, 483-3582.
www.familyeldercare.org
(Volunteer Calls)
FAMILY ELDERCARE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Help a disabled adult or elderly person as a bill payer or guardian advocate. Go online to check for an orientation session that fits your schedule.
Family Eldercare, 2210 Hancock, 483-3582.
www.familyeldercare.org
(Volunteer Calls)
FINANCIAL COACHING
Mondays through Saturdays, individuals earning less than $25,000 and families earning less than $50,000 can get free, one-on-one help reducing debt, fixing credit, and clarifying other money matters.
Foundation Communities, 3036 S. First #200, 610-4026.
financialcoach@foundcom.org
www.foundcom.org
FREE TAX SERVICES
Eight area Community Tax Centers are providing free tax-preparation services to income-qualifying individuals and households this spring, and they're also offering low-fee, refund-anticipation loans. See www.communitytaxcenters.org for participating locations, hours, and details on income qualifications, or just call 211.
(Announcements)
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
(Volunteer Calls)
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
needs funds to do what it does best, build shelter for those in need. Go to www.habitat.org for more info and donation instructions.
(Civic Interest)
HAITI EMERGENCY RESPONSE FUND
– an international humanitarian aid group that works with impoverished women and families – has launched the Haiti Emergency Response Fund with the goal of raising $10 million for immediate and long-term aid. Donate at www.care.org.
(Civic Interest)
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
(Civic Interest)
HUMAN POTENTIAL CENTER
This South Austin nonprofit has oodles of 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
(Meetings & Instruction)
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
(Meetings & Instruction)
LAND GRANTS OF THE TEXAS REVOLUTION
The latest exhibit, "A Hero's Reward," displays artifacts and historical documents that illuminate how soldiers of different races and backgrounds were compensated for their participation in Texas' struggle for independence.
Capitol Visitors Center, 112 E. 11th, 305-8400.
Free.
www.texascapitolvisitorscenter.com
MONOLITHIC DOMES FOR HAITI
Help Haiti build much-needed homes. And not just homes but earthquake-proof domes. Check the dome-related websites to find out about the plans for rounded homes in Haiti and what you can do to help.
www.onedomeatatime.org,
www.dftw.org
NATURAL HEALTH CENTER
has workshops in locations all over town, most of which are free of charge. Learn to balance hormones and alleviate allergies and migraines the natural way. Call for upcoming courses.
892-3366.
www.naturalhealthaustin.com
PARTNERS IN HEALTH
works to provide health care services in impoverished areas around the world and has been in Haiti for 25 years. Donations can be made at www.standwithhaiti.org.
(Civic Interest)
PROJECT HOPE
is delivering medical supplies, medicine, and volunteers to Haiti. Donate via the website: www.projecthope.org.
(Civic Interest)
RED CROSS
The city of Austin recommends sending donations to the Central Texas Red Cross at www.centex.redcross.org or directly to the Red Cross at www.redcross.org. You can even text in your donation by sending the message “Haiti” to 90999 to send $10.
800/RED-CROSS.
(Civic Interest)
RED TOTE OF HOPE
Bring unused personal care items to the Austin Red Cross or area Carl's Jr. location to be distributed to local homeless vets. Needed items include socks, toothbrushes, deodorant, and first aid kits, but a complete list can be found on the website.
Through Feb. 25.
American Red Cross of Central Texas, 2218 Pershing, 928-4271.
www.centex.redcross.org
(Call for Donations)
RICHARD DAWKINS FOUNDATION
Just when you think atheists are a bunch of hyperintellectual windbags, they show you they really care. Donate via the website, and Richard Dawkins will personally handle the PayPal fees, which means 100% of your donation goes to Doctors Without Borders and the International Red Cross.
givingaid.richarddawkins.net
(Civic Interest)
SHELTERBOX
provides tents, equipment, and more in a handy box for those in need.
941/907-6036.
www.shelterboxusa.org
(Civic Interest)
SOLES4SOULS
is accepting new and gently worn shoes – especially work boots, tennis shoes, walking shoes, and children’s footwear – at Total Relief Footwear in the Woodland Shopping Center, 13492 Hwy. 183 N. #250. A $2 donation with each drop-off is appreciated for shipping costs; call 996-0002 or visit www.totalrelieffootwear.com for more info.
(Civic Interest)
THE DREAM CENTER AUSTIN
is struggling to provide groceries and household staples to the nearly 650 people, many of them kids, who attend their Thursday Have a Heart of Compassion Food Pantry. They need those with compassion in their hearts to donate stuff: canned goods, boxed foods, paper products, money, etc., so that they will be able to offer some relief to the families of South Austin. Hop to it.
The Dream Center, 4800 S. First, 448-4500 or 448-4512.
www.dreamcenteraustin.org
(Civic Interest)
THUNDERING PAWS ANIMAL SANCTUARY
in Dripping Springs is in need of volunteers to care for cats, help with special events, and perform other tasks.
volunteer@thunderingpaws.org
(Volunteer Calls)
THUNDERING PAWS DRIVE FOR FIVE
Friday is a slow month at this local no-kill animal sanctuary making the purse strings tighter than usual. To compensate, it's asking for $5 donations via its website. Spread the word, and save an animal.
www.thunderingpaws.org
(Call for Donations)
WHITE HOUSE EARTHQUAKE RELIEF
In case you forgot that the government can, in fact, do the right thing, see what the White House says about the crisis in Haiti. Former presidents Bush (Jr.) and Clinton are accepting funds via www.clintonbushhaitifund.org, or you can text "quake" to 20222 to donate $10 to the cause.
www.whitehouse.gov
(Civic Interest)
YÉLE HAITI
If you prefer your donation to have a bit of star power, Wyclef Jean's organization ( www.yele.org) gives you that without losing any of your donation's effect. You can also text "yele" to 501501 to donate $5.
(Civic Interest)
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