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November 2022 General Election
Vote anywhere you see a "Vote Here/Vote Aquí" sign, and learn about what's on the ballot at austinchronicle.com/elections. Need help getting to the polls? Capital Metro is waiving all fares on election day, including bus, rail, and pickup services, and bike rental service MetroBike is free with the code BIKETOVOTE2022. Lyft is offering half-price rides to the polls with the code VOTE22. You can also request a ride from RideShare2Vote.com. Remember: If you're in line by 7pm, you are allowed to vote. Learn more about voting rights here.Election day: Tue., Nov. 8Travis County -
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Science Under the Stars: I Like Big BATS and I Cannot Lie!
In Austin, aka Bat City, you've no doubt come across one. At this seminar, learn more about what bats eat, how they communicate, and what you can do to help them.Tue., Oct. 25, 7pm. Free.
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"Texas Governors and Their Times, 1846-1946"
This exhibit showcases materials from the State Archives documenting the official work and daily business of the state’s chief executive spanning 100 years. Can't visit in person? It's available to explore online.Sept. 19, 2022-May 15, 2023. Free. -
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Adult Skate Night
Leave the rugrats at home and enjoy the roller rink with other grownups.Tuesdays, 7-11pm; Saturdays, 9pm-midnight -
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AISD COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Austin ISD has free vaccine clinics scheduled at schools all over the city, so it's a great time to get those boosters and get the kids vaccinated; it's approved for anyone 6 months or older.Various dates through fall/winter. Free.Citywide; find list online -
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Austin Community College Spring Registration
ACC welcomes all to explore and learn about the 100+ programs they offer to Austinites. Start planning now for the spring semester starting in January 2023.Beginning Oct. 17 for current/former students; Oct. 31 for new students -
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Austin Water ASR Workshop
Join Austin Water for community workshops to discuss Austin’s Aquifer Storage and Recovery project, which is a water supply strategy to store available water in an aquifer for later recovery and use.Tue., Oct. 25, 5pm; Thu., Oct. 27, 6pmOnline via Zoom -
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Blue Suede & Deuxmoons: A New Moon Party
Let go of what no longer serves you and set intentions for the cycle ahead with this month's new moon and solar eclipse. They'll provide journals, a candle, and rosé, and tarot from Snowy Rodeo is available for an extra fee.Tue., Oct. 25. $25.Blue Suede, 1600 S. First -
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Donate Blood, Get a Burger
No tricks, just treats from Whataburger as a bonus when you donate blood through the end of the month.Oct. 15-31We Are Blood donation centers and mobile drives -
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Inspire the Future
Austin ISD’s nonprofit public education foundation invites the community to join in celebrating AISD students and educators at a luncheon where guests will hear from those directly impacted by the Austin Ed Fund.Tue., Oct. 25, 11am-1pm. $150. -
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Monkeypox Resources
Monkeypox is still on the scene, and Austin Public Health has expanded the availability of vaccines; check your eligibility via a survey with Wellness Equity Alliance via the link below. If you have symptoms, see your health care provider for testing. If you do not have a provider, call APH at 512/972-5560.Ongoing -
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Platelet Donors Urgently Needed
A growing community means a growing need for platelets, which are a crucial component of blood used for cancer patients, people with traumatic injuries, and pediatric transplant patients. In an effort to ramp up platelet donations, We Are Blood launched “Power Up,” a program that awards donors who donate five times by Nov. 30. Donors can choose one of four exclusive prizes: an embroidered windbreaker, Alamo movie passes, a tote, or backpack. Schedule online or call 512/206-1266.Through Nov. 30We Are Blood donor centers -
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Roots & Wings Festival
Celebrate trees, butterflies, bees, and nature in our city with over 50 events happening throughout the city, with special significance this year as Austin was recently certified as a Bee City USA affiliate.Through Nov. 5Citywide -
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The Black Fund Now Accepting Applications
The Austin Community Foundation has opened a request for proposals for the Black Fund, which will award 16 grants totaling $340,000 in first round of funding to "unleash the power of Black-led organizations and uplift solutions to benefit the Black community in Central Texas." Get details and apply online.Deadline: Nov. 18 -
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Travis County Commissioners Court Voting Session
See agenda for details, and watch the meeting live on TCTV.Tuesdays, 9amCommissioners Court, 700 Lavaca -
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Virtual Landscaping Training
Austin's Grow Green team teaches how residents' lawn maintenance could contribute to the harmful algae found in local waterways, and provides better techniques and resources.Tue., Oct. 25, noonVirtual -
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Volunteer Days at ACR
Organized types will have fun volunteering to help Austin Creative Reuse sort through donated items, roll fabric, and detangle yarn. Registration required.Tuesdays & Thursdays -
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Volunteer With TCDP
With election day coming right up and early voting in progress right now, the Travis County Democratic Party is out in full force and could use help getting out the vote. Sign up online for one of their many volunteer opportunities all over town.OngoingVarious locations -
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What's Lawn Got to Do With It
A virtual landscaping training with the city's Grow Green program.Tue., Oct. 25, noon. Free.Virtual
