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2020 Point in Time Count Volunteers Needed
ECHO is looking for 800 volunteers to make its annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness in Austin and Travis County a success. The 2020 count takes place Jan. 25. Anyone 18 or older can participate; volunteers will work in teams counting folks in their assigned area. Others can collect donations for the care packages distributed during the count.Nov. 18-Jan. 21Online -
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Abolition of Policing Workshop
Attend for a workshop, developed by Critical Resistance, on understanding police work and address questions raised in the practical resistance.Sat., Jan. 11, 2-5pm -
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Candidate Debate & Forum
Join Black Austin Democrats, Pflugerville Area Democrats, East TC Democrats, South East Democratic Alliance, and Northeast TC Democrats for a candidate forum with folks running for office in the county.Sat., Jan. 11, 11am-4pm. Free. -
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Chicken Keeping Class
Learn how chicken-keeping and composting methods go hand in hand to lower what goes into the landfill.Sat., Jan. 11, 11am. Free. -
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Community Feedback on Safety & Mobility Projects
Review and provide feedback for the draft 2020 Mobility Annual Plan, which includes sidewalks, safe routes to school, bikeways, urban trails, intersection safety, Vision Zero improvements, and more. Funded by the 2016 Mobility Bond, the final 2020 MAP is expected to be released in early March.Provide feedback through Feb. 2, 2020Online -
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Composting Class
Learn how to keep food waste out of the landfill. Residents paying the Clean Community Fee qualify for a $75 rebate on a home composting system, so attend a class, then apply!Sat., Jan. 11, 12:15pm. Free. -
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Free Drip Irrigation Workshop
Learn how to install a drip irrigation system from Travis County Master Gardener irrigation experts.Sat., Jan. 11, 10am-noon. Free.Freedom Home Baptist Church, 3405 Oak Springs Dr. -
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NAMI Central Texas: Workshop for Family Members
For people who have loved ones with a mental health condition, this workshop covers diagnoses, treatment, recovery, communication strategies, crisis preparation, and NAMI resources.Sat., Jan. 11, 1-5pm. Free (registration required). -
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Rainey Shared Streets Pilot
This Austin Transportation and Austin Police pilot program will test the temporary closure of Rainey Street to motor vehicle traffic Thursdays-Saturdays, 9pm-2:30am, in the model of the long-running Sixth Street shutdowns. The pilot period runs through March 8, 2020.Rainey Street -
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Ready, Set, Plant!
Join TreeFolks to plant tree seedlings to improve wildlife habitats, reduce erosion, and improve water quality! All supplies (plus coffee and light refreshments) provided.Sat., Jan. 11, 9am-noon. Free. -
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Safe Baby Academy
Parents and caregivers are invited to learn how to keep babies safe and sound.Sat., Jan. 11, 9am. Free. -
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Texas School Safety Summit
A two-day summit focused on creating safer schools to improve students' lives with educators, community members, and school safety specialists.Fri., Jan. 10, 8am-4pm; Sat., Jan. 11, 8am-noon. $150.5701 Springdale Rd. -
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Transgender Health: Complex Medical Case Studies
Central Texas providers share case studies on providing culturally competent medical care for trans and nonbinary patients. Medical providers are the target audience, but med students and novices are also welcome.Registration open! Event: Thu., Feb. 20, 6pmDell Pediatric Research Institute, 1400 Barbara Jordan Blvd -
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Volunteers Needed to Make a Difference During Tax Season
United Way of Williamson County is looking for volunteers to help with free tax prep services in Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Liberty Hill, and Taylor. Work includes tax prep, translating, and greeting. No prior experience necessary, as a free training is provided, complete with IRS certification.: The sites will be open from Jan. 28 through April 15. Bilingual folks are sorely needed. Email, call, or visit the website for more info.Nov. 22-Jan. 23Apply online
