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Courage to Hope: A Virtual Fundraiser and Celebration of Community
Austin nonprofit Interfaith Action of Central Texas (iACT) announces their fundraiser and celebration of community taking place virtually via Zoom. iACT encourages Austinites to come together for this life-changing event, which will feature uplifting conversations, music by legendary country musician Jimmie Dale Gilmore, and more. “Courage to Hope” also serves as a major way to donate directly to iACT to help them continue their critical services for the local community.Tue., May 12, 6:30-10:30pm. $200+ for sponsorship.Online via Zoom -
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COVID-19 Impact Survey for QPOC Communities
QPOC community members are asked to fill out an anonymous survey on the pandemic's impact to better help allgo find ways to provide resources to those in need.OngoingOnline -
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Crux Climbing Center Online Classes
Austin’s local climbing gym and fitness center is now offering online classes including training for climbing, yoga, HIIT, and circuit training to keep Austinites mentally and physically healthy. Classes are free and open to the public, with Venmo tips encouraged for trainers. Check out Crux’s Instagram stories to see how members are actually climbing the walls while their favorite neighborhood gym is closed. Ever seen someone climb a door frame?March 25-Aug. 20Online -
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David Lee & the Armadillo Roadshow Haus Concert
Get on the invitation list now for this Grammy-nominated and award-winning songwriter in concert out in the country.Sat., May 30Fischer Haus, Fischer -
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Erin Ivey
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Food Access Resources From SFC
The Sustainable Food Center has put together a thorough compilation of food access resources for Central Texans, ranging from farmers' markets to CSAs to delivery options and everything in between, so you can ensure that healthy food stays on your table. And if you're able to contribute they are accepting online donations, which support farmers and low-income families facing food insecurity. Get all the details on their website.March 30-July 23Citywide -
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Free STEM/Coding Classes With AAYHF
African American Youth Harvest Foundation is offering free STEM and coding classes to anyone in the community through their virtual resource center. Call 512/428-4480 x200 for more information and to get registered.May 11-21Online -
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Habitat for Humanity Launches Online ReStore
Austin Habitat for Humanity announced that it has taken the ReStore online, allowing the community to shop the wide variety of items currently listed for sale from the comfort of their own home. Similar to the brick-and-mortar locations, you'll find deals on unique items from clothing and shoes to home and garden accessories and more, and when you shop, you're supporting Habitat for Humanity's mission.April 14-June 24Online -
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HC4A/Shalom Austin School Supplies Fundraiser
HC4A and Shalom Austin had set a date of April 19 for their eighth annual event raising funds for school supplies for Austin-area homeless children, which last year supported over 1,300 children. The April event is now canceled due to coronavirus, but you can still help reach the fundraising goal of $34,000 to support 1,600 students. A small donation of $25 will help support one child. On Aug. 19, volunteers plan to gather to assemble the school supplies at Dell Jewish Community Center. Donate online at HC4A.org.March 20-May 31Online -
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Heritage Grant Applications for Historic Preservation
The city's Economic Development Department is now accepting applications for the Heritage Grant Program, which aims to honor and preserve Austin as a place of personal heritage to promote tourism through the preservation of historic buildings, sites or (contributing) districts.Through July 10Online -
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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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Lights, Camera, Safety PSA Contest
City of Austin's Safe Routes to School program invites seventh and eighth grade students to create their very own public service announcement (a short educational video) showing how to walk, bike, and roll to school safely. The winning filmmakers get Alamo Drafthouse gift cards, and their video will be shown in middle schools across Austin. Get all the details and submit your entry online.Deadline: Aug. 3Online -
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Natalie Price & Friends
"20 at 10 with Nat," a 20-minute weeknight stream featuring a different guest each night. Venmo @natpricemusic; PayPal.me/crownmagnoliaMondays-Fridays, 10pm -
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Paramount Theatre at Home
This series offers a selection of films curated by Paramount expert programmer Stephen Jannise as well as meal pairings so you can enjoy dinner and a movie. They've taken the guesswork out of movie night and arranged discounts with participating restaurants. Get all the details online.OngoingOnline via www.austintheatre.org -
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Project Connect Virtual Open House
The virtual open house is designed to welcome a new round of feedback on Austin's high-capacity transit plan.Ongoing. Free.Online -
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Robowar (1988)
Weird Wednesday: Predator, but with a robocop instead of an alien.May 6-13, 7pmAlamo Drafthouse Online -
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Rock the Beat 2020
Since Mended Little Hearts' annual fundraising walk is unable to proceed at the Austin Zoo, it's now a virtual walk. Register yourself and/or a team and set up a fundraising page, then get moving on your own terms and raise awareness of the issue. Funds raised will be used for support services for families dealing with congenital heart defects.April 25-June 15. $10 per person; heart warriors are free.Citywide -
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SIMS Foundation Sofa Sessions w/ Gordie Johnson
Text SIMS to 44321 to donate during #SofaSessions live streams. Tips are split 50/50 between SIMS and the artists.Tue., May 12, 6pm -
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SKM Art Advising Online Fundraiser
Benefit Austin Creative Alliance’s Artists Emergency Fund, SKM Art Advising has mounted an online show of work by local artists. Pick up something to beautify your home while contributing to ACA's Artists Emergency Relief Fund, which is offering grants to artists who lost income due to the coronavirus.May 7 until sold outOnline -
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Storytime Everywhere!
Austin Public Library's Cepeda Branch offers a range of read-alouds online while the branch is closed. There are chapter books for everyone, preschool, and family storytimes. Follow @StorytimeEverywhereATX on Instagram to get the full schedule and to receive alerts when the stories go live.Mon.-Fri., times varyOnline -
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Studio Satya Online Yoga Classes
Local yoga studio Satya has live and recorded classes available online so you can get the exercise and meditation we all so desperately need right now. Donate any amount to get access, and keep your eyes peeled for short free classes coming soon via Instagram.March 17-Aug. 14. $12 suggested donation.Online
