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Final Call for RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants
This program through the city of Austin provides full rent payment for income-eligible renters financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the details on their FAQ and apply online.Applications due Tue., Dec. 8, noon -
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Texas Tribune Festival
For 10 years The Texas Tribune Festival has invited people from all over the state and country to talk about all things policy, politics, and current events. This year, the entirely virtual conference will feature a month of programming with more than 250 speakers and 100 engaging conversations. With speakers such as Hillary Clinton, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Ted Cruz, and Willie Nelson, you won’t want to miss it!Through Sept. 30. $49-199.
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Advisory Councils Seek New Members
For anyone passionate about pedestrian and bicyclist issues, you might consider becoming part of the groups that advise City Council on these matters. Applications are being accepted for both the Bicycle Advisory Council and Pedestrian Advisory Council. They typically meet monthly, and applicants are encouraged to attend the next virtual meeting of the council they'd like to join (PAC: Sept. 14; BAC: Sept. 15). Apply here for the BAC and here for the PAC.Deadline: Sept. 25Apply online -
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ArtsResponders: Applications Open
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department’s Museums and Cultural Programs Division welcomes local artists' proposals for an upcoming outdoor "art action." exhibit. More details here.Deadline: Sun., Sept 13, 11:59pmOnline -
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City of Austin "How to Help" Portal
Looking for the right way to help your community during the pandemic? Or do you have a volunteer opportunity that you want to list? Visit the city's "How to Help" portal to make a match. The portal includes ways to help from home, donation drives, and active community engagement opportunities.OngoingOnline -
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Shape Austin's Future: Redistrict ATX
City Council district boundaries are redrawn every 10 years, and now is your opportunity to get involved by applying for the Applicant Review Panel or the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission. Get all the details at RedistrictATX.org.June 1-Sept. 30Online -
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Suffrage Now: A 19th Amendment Centennial Exhibition
Contemporary Texas women photographers share photos commenting on the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.Aug. 6-Jan. 31Online -
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Voter Registration Drive
If you or someone you know still needs to register to vote, there will be a tent in front of the club in the parking lot, and the League of Women Voters will have election materials available.Sept. 12-13, 4-7pm -
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Weekend of Action for Democrats
Put on your walking shoes and mask and help the TCDP deliver voting information with this massive contactless canvassing event. Shifts available: 10am-1pm and 1-4pm; locations across the county will be assigned prior to the event.Sat.-Sun., Sept. 12-13Citywide -
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Youth Vote Day of Action
The TCDP is distributing voter registration information in West Campus. Plus, hear from local down-ballot campaigns, including Congressional candidate Wendy Davis, Travis County district attorney candidate José Garza, and Travis County judge candidate Andy Brown.Sat.-Sun., Sept. 12-13
