Home Events Community Civic Events

Civic Events for Thu., Sept. 17
Recommended
  • Community

    Events

    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  
  • Community

    Events

    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.  
All Events
  • Community

    Civic Events

    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. 25  
    Apply online
  • Community

    Civic Events

    AISD Board D5 Candidate Forum

    Hear from trustee candidates Lynn Boswell, Jennifer Littlefield, and Piper Stege Nelson. Hosted by AISD for All, a community coalition focused on public education and social justice.
    Thu., Sept. 17, 7-8:30pm  
    FB Live
  • Community

    Civic Events

    City Council Meeting

    Council tackles a packed agenda, including rezoning hearings and an Item directing the city manager to explore and identify ways to support the most vulnerable in Austin’s sectors most impacted by the pandemic: childcare, music and arts venues, restaurants, and bars.
    Thu., Sept. 17, 10am  
    Videoconference
  • Community

    Civic Events

    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.
    Ongoing  
    Online
  • Community

    Civic Events

    Fix-It at Home!

    Learn basic bike repairs and maintenance, with an emphasis on break and tire repair.
    Thu., Sept. 17, 5-6pm. Free.  
    Online
  • Community

    Civic Events

    Housing Authority of the City of Austin Meeting

    See agenda for details.
    Thu., Sept. 17, noon  
    Teleconference
  • Community

    Civic Events

    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, 7pm  
    Online
  • Community

    Civic Events

    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. 30  
    Online
  • Community

    Civic Events

    Shoal Creek Social Distancing 2020

    In place of Shoal Creek Conservancy's annual in-person social, the org will be promoting several virtual and on-the-creek engagement opportunities, including a virtual happy hour, photo scavenger hunt, and pop-ups along the creek.
    Sept. 15-30  
  • Community

    Civic Events

    Suffrage Now: A 19th Amendment Centennial Exhibition

    Contemporary Texas women photographers share photos commenting on the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment.
    Aug. 6-Jan. 31  
    Online
  • Community

    Civic Events

    YMCA Early Learning Readiness Program

    A free community program for qualifying low-income families that focuses on preparing children ages 2-4 for school, while providing their caregivers with the tools to facilitate their child’s development. Classes are offered twice a week in English and Spanish and last one hour.
    English: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am. Spanish: Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am.. Free.  
    Online

Information is power. Support the free press, so we can support Austin.   Support the Chronicle