Civic Events for Sun., Aug. 26

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AAC Summer Camp for Shelter Dogs

The Austin Animal Center needs foster parents for its summer camp program to give dogs a break from the shelter life. You don't have to have foster experience, but they do ask that you sign on for two weeks.

Pickup is open Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, 11am-7pm. Free.
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Austin Animal Center
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Apply for PARK(ing) Day

Join the annual Park(ing) Day celebration – where folks transform parkings space into temporary "parklets" to promotes public conversation on the need for public, open spaces in urban areas. Applications to make your own mini park are due Sept. 17. Email for additional information.

Apply by Sept. 17. Free.
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Austin Code: Boat Dock Registration Program

Boat dock owners are now required to properly address and register their dock with the city. Now through Sept. 30, owners can take advantage of the current grace period as there's no cost to register at this time.

Through Sun., Sept. 30
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Demolition Permit Process Public Meeting

The city's Development Services Department wants your input on proposed changes to the demolition permit process. Want to add your thoughts, but can't attend? Submit them online from Aug. 18 to Sept. 2.

Sat., Aug. 18, 1-3pm; submit online feedback by Sept. 2
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Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
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Taking it to the Streets: A Visual History of Protest and Demonstration in Austin

The Austin History Center's latest exhibit spotlights local efforts to create social change over the decades, including the Civil Rights and Women's Liberation movements. Residents are invited to upload personal photos of recent marches and rallies for inclusion.

Through Oct. 28. Free.
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Austin History Center