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Heman Sweatt Symposium on Civil Rights
This year’s symposium will focus on critical civil rights issues including racial disparities and the impact of voting and the U.S. census. Keynote by Ben Crump, author of Open Season: Legalized Genocide of Colored People and a lawyer for the families of many Black Americans killed by police, including Trayvon Martin, Tamir Rice, and Botham Jean.Thu., Feb. 27, 4-7pm. Free.Mulva Auditorium, 2501 Speedway, UT campus
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Austin Justice Coalition Art & Essay Contest
A contest for young men of color grades 3-12 in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties. Winners from each division will receive a $75 award and an award-winning book of their choice. Also looking for community members to participate as volunteer judges; find details and apply online.Feb. 13-April 1Apply online -
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Bubbles & Bags
This fundraising kickoff luncheon for the Engage and Heal Foundation, a nonprofit focused on community mental health issues, features special guest Bob Guiney of The Bachelor, champagne, and a designer handbag raffle.Thu., Feb. 27, 11am-2pm. $100-150.The Ballroom at Flintrock Falls, 401 Jack Nicklaus Dr. -
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Don't Mess With Texas Art Contest
The Don't Mess With Texas® Art Contest is officially open! Keep Texas Beautiful and the Texas Department of Transportation invite Texas students in kindergarten through 12th grade to submit their best litter prevention-inspired artwork to be considered for the Don’t Mess With Texas calendar, with the top 14 designs featured. Each winner will also receive a Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 tablet, a Buc-ee's gift basket, their artwork framed and returned, and the opportunity to share the work on websites and social media. Teachers representing student winners will receive a $100 H-E-B/Central Market gift card. Submissions must be postmarked by April 24.Feb. 12-April 24. Free. -
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Garden Club of Austin Meeting
Hear a fascinating presentation by Travis County Master Gardener Reeve Hobbie, revealing aspects of Texas flora you probably never knew.Thu., Feb. 27, 7pm. Free. -
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It's My Park Day Spring 2020 Volunteer Registration
Register online for Austin Parks Foundation's biggest citywide volunteer event, It’s My Park Day (Sat., March 7).Volunteer registration opens: Thu., Feb. 6. Registration required. -
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Music & Moonlight
A fundraising event for Young Voices of Austin, with music performed by their choristers, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a raffle, and a silent auction.Thu., Feb. 27, 6-9pm -
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Social Media Week
Social Media Week Austin is back for its fourth year. Professionals in marketing, media, and technology will learn strategies and tactics they need to excel in social media and digital marketing. Each badge includes access to keynotes, workshops, panels, nightly happy hours, and more.Feb. 26-28. $556.50. -
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TSHA 2020 Meeting
The Texas State Historical Association's annual conference offers Texas history enthusiasts, scholars, students, and educators an opportunity to discover insights from historical research, as well as participate in events celebrating Texas history and TSHA.Thu.-Sat., Feb. 27-29. Three-day pass, $100-150; single-day pass, $60.
