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Virtual HAAM Day
Each year, HAAM Day brings all of Austin together to celebrate the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians’ mission and raise much-needed funds for members. This year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event is going virtual. There are shows streaming via several locations all day long, so you can enjoy performances from all across the city and support artists in need.Tue., Sept. 15, 7am-10pm -
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Buffalo Tree Presents: Voter Registration Event
If you or someone you know isn't registered to vote yet, get on it at this drive-thru pop-up registration event hosted by Buffalo Tree and Alamo Drafthouse.Mon.-Tue., Sept. 14-15, 1-4pm -
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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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Virtual Saltillo Festival 2020
Welcome and bienvenidos a todos to the fourth annual Saltillo Day, this year happening virtually. Celebrate the friendship between Austin and Saltillo, Mexico, with cooking classes, musical performances, art tours, and more. The festival culminates in a fantastic Mexican Independence celebration hosted by Univision.Tue., Sept. 15, noon. Free.Online -
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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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AGE Caregiver Conference
AGE of Central Texas will go virtual this year to host the seventh annual Williamson County Caregiver Conference, with daily seminar sessions over three days. Sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Health, the free conference will address “Caregiving During Difficult Times” and feature presentations by regional and national caregiving experts.Tue.-Thu., Sept. 15-17 -
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Austin Public Library Virtual Book Clubs
Austin Public Library has a full schedule of virtual book clubs throughout the fall, including true crime, LGBTQ content, graphic novels, and more. Check out the online calendar and see if one strikes your fancy. -
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Austin Scavenger Hunt
Explore Downtown in search of storied buildings, green spaces, and famous concert venues, all while solving riddles, trivia questions, and completing photo challenges. Now available: "Roam From Home," with family and date night scavenger hunt activities you can do without leaving the house.Anytime. $12.99-24.99.Online and at home -
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Austin Self-Guided Hemp Tour
Learn more about hemp while social distancing. Visit all seven retail locations for special discounts, education, and free swag.Through Oct. 22. Free.Citywide -
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Child Care Provider Relief Grant Application Period Open
The Austin Child Care Provider Relief Grant provides immediate one-time financial assistance to eligible child care centers, including home providers. In partnership with the city of Austin, United Way for Greater Austin will accept applications and provide consultation and case management services to grant applicants. Join a webinar on Wed., July 22, at 9am to get more information.Open July 21 to Oct. 1 or when funding is expended, whichever is firstOnline -
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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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Donate to PEAS Resiliency Gardens Program
Donations to PEAS (Partners for Education, Agriculture, and Sustainability) will go to support outdoor learning and edible education programming in the community. Choose your level of funding, from seeds to an entire garden for an Austin family.June 8-Oct. 1Online -
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Fix-It at Home! Electric Guitar Repair
Whether a longtime guitarist or newcomer, join the expert instructor to learn how to identify and repair common issues with electric guitars. Empower and equip yourself with the techniques to make sure you’re hitting all the right notes!Tue., Sept. 15, 5:30pm. Free.Online -
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Free Drive-Thru Food Distribution
Community members in need are welcome to come by and pick up a pre-packed box of healthy food.Tue., Sept. 15, 9:30-11am. Free.Church of Christ at East Side, 5701 E. MLK -
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Help Rename the Zilker Train
Help rename the Zilker Park train, formerly known as the Zilker Zephyr, which went out of commission in 2019 and is preparing to hit the tracks once again. Kids can also fill in and upload a Zilker Train coloring sheet. The Parks Foundation will announce the most popular train names at Party for the Parks on Sept. 30, opening voting for the final name.Deadline: Mon., Sept. 21Online -
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Lend a Hand ATX
Lend a Hand ATX, created by Austin Tech Alliance, is a platform to help skilled tech volunteers and those in need make critical community connections during the COVID-19 crisis. Create an account, make an offer or request, and find a match!April 24-Dec. 15Online -
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Now Accepting Apologies
This project is for anyone who has ever wondered deeply about responsibility, consequence, justice, and forgiveness. Storytelling plays a role in changing our culture of accountability, so if you have ever had an experience involving an apology, the creators want to hear from you. Share your story via voicemail or the web form to take part in the project.Through Sept. 16. Free.Virtual -
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Pig Week 2020
OK, so Pig Week is actually seven weeks, during which Central Texas Pig Rescue's compassionate small-business friends will be offering specials, with proceeds going to the CTPR Expansion Project. Check the calendar, follow CTPR's social media, and sign up for the newsletter to get reminders and updates. Then, simply indulge in your local faves like Rebel Cheese, Plow Burger, Bouldin Creek Cafe, and more, and share on Instagram by tagging @centraltexaspigrescue and the business' account using #pigweek2020 to be entered into raffles. It's an excellent way to "swine and dine," if you will, for a great cause.Through Oct. 31 -
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RISE 2.0 Application Period Open
Relief in a State of Emergency (RISE) 2.0 funding is for individuals who have experienced a financial hardship related to COVID-19, and the application period is now open. Funds will be distributed to those who apply and are chosen through a randomized selection process. Chosen applicants will receive $2,000 per household. Apply online or call 512/714-6950.Applications due Mon., Sept. 21, 7pmOnline -
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Shoal Creek Social Distancing
Join Shoal Creek Conservancy for a two-week social distancing giving campaign. Safely enjoy the Shoal Creek Trail and celebrate with the conservancy with a self-led photo scavenger hunt and virtual happy hour. Get all the details, including how to win tons of cool prizes, on the website.Sept. 15-30Shoal Creek Trail -
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Small Business Accounting
Gain some basic accounting knowledge and skills so you can better manage current operations, ensure timely and accurate tax compliance, evaluate new opportunities, and attract new partners or investors. This class is taught by a UT instructor and counts toward the six-course requirement for a Business Skills certification.Tue.-Wed., Sept. 15-16, 1-4pm. Free.Online -
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The Escape Game Remote Adventures
Play the Escape Game’s newest game, "Ruins: Forbidden Treasure," from anywhere in the world using Zoom. Control an avatar wearing a live feed camera, search 360° images of the room, and use items in your online dashboard to progress through the game. An expert game guide will be there to help along the way, just like the typical escape room. Assemble a team of friends, family, or co-workers, and see if you can escape within an hour!May 5-Dec. 20. $25/person.Online -
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We Are Blood’s September Promotions
We Are Blood is celebrating September with various promotions. Through Sept. 4, donors will receive a voucher for P. Terry's newest menu item, the Egg Burger. Donors between Sept. 5 and 7 will receive a branded We Are Blood cap, and donors between Sept. 8 and 30 will receive a blood type wristband. Due to COVID-19, appointments are mandatory and masks or face coverings are required. Schedule an appointment online or call 512/206-1266.Through Sept. 30We Are Blood donor centers and mobile drives
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