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Breathe: The Fight Continues
Join the Austin Justice Coalition for a vigil honoring Adam Toledo, Daunte Wright, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd, in the continued fight against police violence and brutality.Thu., April 22, 5pm -
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Demand Change Phone-a-Thon
A record number of anti-LGBTQIA bills have been filed in this year’s Lege session, including a targeted attack on trans youth and Texans. The Transgender Education Network of Texas is calling on folks to call their state leadership and chairs & co-chairs of key committees hearing bills TENT's focusing on defeating and advancing.Thu., April 22, 3:30-5pm. Free (registration required).Online -
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Drive Change Car Caravan
In a Lege session that’s witnessed a record-breaking number of anti-LGBTQIA bills targeting trans Texans, the Transgender Education Network of Texas is driving the message home with a car (and bikes) caravan around the Capitol and Governor’s Mansion. Check here for registration details.Thu., April 22, noon-2pm. Free (registration required). -
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May 1 Special Election Early Voting
Cast your ballot anywhere you see a "Vote Here/Vote Aquí" sign. Read the latest on local races on our Elections Page; need help making up your mind? Check out our endorsements and get to the polls!April 19-27Citywide -
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Tell #TXLege: Enough! Do Your Job! Stop Killing Texans!
A coalition of nonprofits and advocacy orgs are gathering at the Capitol to protest the Texas Legislature's seemingly neverending attack on LGBTQIA rights, abortion rights, and voting rights among other issues.Thu., April 22, noon
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Brownie Neighborhood Park Community Meeting
Share feedback with Austin's Parks and Recreation Department about the concept plan for the newly enlarged park.Thu., April 22, 5:30-7pm. Registration required.Online -
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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.OngoingOnline -
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Home Composting Class
Learn how to keep food waste out of the landfill.Thu., April 22, 6-7pm. Free (registration required).Online -
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La Mujer: A Celebration of Womxn
The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 10th annual celebration of Latinx womxn in the arts is a multi-disciplinary digital festival spanning several days. The lineup includes Grammy nominee Gina Chavez, a Cine Las America film screening, panel discussions, and more. See here for a complete schedule.Wed.-Sat., April 21-24, 7pm. Free.Online -
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RENT: Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants
The RENT Assistance Program application portal is now open, and provides $25 million of direct support for income-eligible Austin renters who are financially impacted by COVID-19. Get all the eligibility details and apply online, or call 512/488-1397.March 15-June 18 -
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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
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Austin Parks and Recreation Summer Camp Lottery Registration
Applicants can register for a random lottery drawing for limited in-person camps. In-person camp costs $120 per week with $20 due upon acceptance of lottery spot.April 19-May 16Online -
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Austin Transit Partnership Advisory Committees Applications
Applications are now open to join the following committees: Engineering, Architecture, and Construction;: Finance and Risk; and Planning, Sustainability, Equity, and DBE Advisory. The governing body of the agency created to build out Project Connect, ATP will oversee funding, designing, and implementing the $7.1 billion mass transit overhaul.OngoingOnline -
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Drive-Through Vaccine Clinic Volunteers
If you're interested in volunteering at Travis County's drive-through vaccine clinic at COTA, sign up here.Clinic open: Fridays-Sundays -
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YWCA Greater Austin Warmline
Call 512/548-9922 for support amidst the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic.Mondays-Thursdays, 9am-8pm; Fridays, 9-5pm; Saturdays, noon-4pmCitywide