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Civic Events for Sat., Jan. 25
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    2020 Point in Time Count

    With the help of hundreds of volunteers, ECHO will conduct its annual count of everyone experiencing homelessness in Austin and Travis County.
    Sat., Jan. 25, 3am.
    All over
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    AISD Early College High School Open House

    Families of prospective high school students are welcome to attend numerous open houses on AISD's ECHS Program, which allows teens to take college classes for free. Schools hosting the open house are: Akins, Crockett, Eastside Memorial, LBJ, Navarro, Northeast, and Travis.
    Sat., Jan. 25, 9am-noon. Free.  
    Multiple campuses
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    AYD Endorsement Forum

    The Austin Young Dems are hosting candidates in local races to pick their faves for the 2020 primary!
    Sat., Jan. 25, 1-4pm  
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    Community Feedback on Safety & Mobility Projects

    Review and provide feedback for the draft 2020 Mobility Annual Plan, which includes sidewalks, safe routes to school, bikeways, urban trails, intersection safety, Vision Zero improvements, and more. Funded by the 2016 Mobility Bond, the final 2020 MAP is expected to be released in early March.
    Provide feedback through Feb. 2, 2020  
    Online
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    Fix-It Clinic

    Learn how to repair your worn-out items – from clothing to small appliances.
    Sat., Jan. 25, noon-3pm. Free.  
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    Judges on the Ballot: Their Function and Selection

    Learn about the role of Texas judges, how the state's judiciary is structured, and whether we should be electing them to power.
    Sat., Jan. 25, 2-4pm. Free.
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    MLK Jr Neighborhood Park Community Meeting

    Reconnect with nature and learn about the proposed improvements for the park. Kids will enjoy the pop-up play zones, fort building, and more.
    Sat., Jan. 25, 10am-noon  
    MLK Jr. Neighborhood Park, 2907 E. Martin Luther King Blvd.
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    Rainey Shared Streets Pilot

    This Austin Transportation and Austin Police pilot program will test the temporary closure of Rainey Street to motor vehicle traffic Thursdays-Saturdays, 9pm-2:30am, in the model of the long-running Sixth Street shutdowns. The pilot period runs through March 8, 2020.
    Rainey Street
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    Ready, Set, Plant!

    Join TreeFolks to plant tree seedlings to improve wildlife habitats, reduce erosion, and improve water quality! All supplies (plus coffee and light refreshments) provided.
    Sat., Jan. 25, 9am. Free.  
    Williamson Creek at Radam Circle, 1208 Radam Cir
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    Transgender Health: Complex Medical Case Studies

    Central Texas providers share case studies on providing culturally competent medical care for trans and nonbinary patients. Medical providers are the target audience, but med students and novices are also welcome.
    Registration open! Event: Thu., Feb. 20, 6pm  
    Dell Pediatric Research Institute, 1400 Barbara Jordan Blvd
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    Travis County Precinct 331 Block Walk

    This Get Out the Vote effort focuses on "Tier 1" Dems to ensure they get out to the primaries!
    Sat., Jan. 25, 10am-2pm  
    11527 Heathrow Dr.
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    Volunteer on Water Quality Protection Lands

    Help rebuild strong, native grasslands in the Barton Springs recharge zone by harvesting seeds, removing invasive species, planting, and more. The event will take place near FM 1826 and Slaughter Lane.
    Sat., Jan. 25, 10am-noon  
    The Maxwell Management Unit on The Water Quality Protection Lands

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