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Texas Democratic Party Convention
In light of COVID-19, the largest state convention in the country has moved all of its programming online. The schedule features official party business, in addition to panels and special guest speakers, including U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi; Senators Kamala Harris and Elizabeth Warren; and former HUD Secretary and San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro.Mon.-Sat., June 1-6pm. Free (registration required).Online
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AISD Encourages Families to Apply for P-EBT
The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program could provide Austin ISD families a one-time benefit for eligible families to buy food. Families could receive up to $285 per child, which can be used in the same way as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program food benefits to pay for groceries. If you think you might be eligible, get more info at hhs.texas.gov.Apply by June 30Online -
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Burnet Road Virtual Public Hearing
Austin's Corridor Program Office, along with TxDOT, hosts a virtual public hearing on the bond-funded improvements to Burnet Road from U.S. 183 to MoPac's frontage road.Through June 5. Daily, 9am-5pmOnline -
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CASA Volunteer Info Session
CASA of Travis County speaks up for children who’ve been abused or neglected by empowering the community to volunteer as advocates for them in the court system. When the state steps in to protect a child’s safety, a judge appoints a trained volunteer advocate to make independent and informed recommendations in the child’s best interest. Join the info session to learn more about becoming a volunteer advocate and how you can train online right now. There will be time for questions with staff and current volunteer advocates during the presentation.Thu., Aug. 27 & Sept. 3, 6:30-8pmOnline via Zoom -
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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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Local Business Coffee Chat
Join the Austin Independent Business Alliance every Tuesday in June for coffee and talk about pandemic-related changes in the local business community.Tuesdays, 9:30am. Through June 30Online via AIBA -
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Parkfield Drive Virtual Open House
Austin Transportation is proposing changes on Parkfield Drive and near Woolridge Elementary School to enhance safety and mobility for everyone. A survey to leave feedback on the proposal, as well as an interactive map of the proposed changes is included.Through June 14Online -
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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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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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SXSW EDU Online
SXSW EDU 2020 goes virtual with weekly programming featuring live sessions, Q&As, and film screenings.Select dates through June 2. 2020 registrants only.Online -
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TCDP Now Hiring Election Workers
Travis County Democratic Party is seeking election workers for the July 14 election. No prior experience is needed; you will receive three hours of paid training by Travis County Elections and guidance from veteran workers. On election day, you will be paid for working the full day: $12/hour for judges, and $10/hour for clerks and ballot board members. Your safety is a serious priority; all workers will be provided PPE, hand sanitizers, and hand washing stations, and you will be trained for sanitary procedures with voters. Get more info on what the role entails at TexasDemocrats.org.Apply now for July 14 electionCountywide -
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Texas Nature Trivia
Join Hill Country Alliance for Texas Land Conservancy's online trivia focusing on all things nature in the Lone Star State.Tue., June 2, 6-8pmOnline
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