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SUMMARY:Trash Makeover Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our favorite creative circular economy event—the Trash Makeover Challenge ! \nThis unique fashion show features amateur and professional fashionistas who use at least 90% recycled materials to craft spectacular garments and showcase them in a dazzling spectacle for attendees. The Trash Makeover Challenge will take place at the Texas Disposal Systems Event Pavilion & Wildlife Ranch in southeast Travis County. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. CDT and the fashion show begins at 7:00 p.m. CDT. We will also livestream the event online so people can watch from anywhere. \nOur theme this year is a 1970’s motif Earth\, Wind & Water\, and guests are encouraged to come in costume.  It will be another fantastic evening–attendees will enjoy seeing amazing wildlife while arriving at the TDS pavilion\, delicious food and drinks\, activist highlights\, our Kick-Ass award ceremony\, a live and silent auction\, and of course the unforgettable show of dazzling garments in the 1970’s theme of Earth\, Wind & Water. \nRegistration is open for design teams who wish to participate in the fashion show competition–sign up today ! \nEvent sponsorship and tickets are also open to all who want to support our work toward a cleaner\, healthier future in Texas. Early-bird pricing (until Aug. 26) – $65; after that date\, $75.  \nAdditionally\, please reach out to Olivia Heller (olivia@texasenvironment.org) with any questions or if you want to volunteer at this event!
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/trash-makeover-challenge-3/
LOCATION:Texas Disposal Systems Exotic Wildlife Ranch Events Pavilion\, 12200 Carl Rd\, Creedmoor\, TX\, 78610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale at the League City EcoFest
DESCRIPTION:Galveston Bay Foundation is hosting a small plant sale featuring iconic native grasses and flowering plants at the League City Eco Fest at the Hometown Heroes Park on Saturday\, Sept. 16th. This plant sale will not only raise funds for the foundation\, but it will also serve as an opportunity to promote native gardening that supports and enhances biodiversity and conservation. \nContact rsimmons@galvbay.org with any questions.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/native-plant-sale-at-the-league-city-ecofest/
LOCATION:Hometown Heroes Park\, 1001 E. League City Pkwy\, League City\, TX\, 77573\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
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SUMMARY:Free Yoga Class at Columbia Sportswear
DESCRIPTION:Refresh your body and mind with a morning Yoga session at Columbia! Sign up for our upcoming Free Yoga Class led by Micaela Zapata Yoga (MZYoga). Attendees can enter to win prizes. Plus\, shop to support our community! 10% of your total purchase will be donated to EarthShare of Texas. \nHere’s what to expect: \nThe Yoga class will begin at 11:00 am. We’ll be joined by Micaela Zapata\, Owner and Instructor from MZYoga. This all-levels Vinyasa Flow class offers dynamic and flowing practice that synchronizes breath with movement. This class will cultivate strength\, flexibility\, and mindfulness through a series of postures and transitions\, allowing each participant to explore and deepen their yoga practice at their own pace. Open to all levels\, prior experience is not necessary. \nSpace is limited\, and registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please register by clicking “Reserve a Spot.” \nWhat to bring: \n\nYoga Mat\nWater\n\nAbout our Partners: \nMZYoga provides an open & safe space at various pop-up locations around Texas (as well as virtually)! The virtual class structure provides a convenient and accessible platform for students to practice from the comfort of their homes. MZYoga delivers an innovative approach\, bringing the practice directly to the heart of different communities & strives to create a nurturing environment for a wide range of interested students. Follow MZYoga on Instagram @micaelazapatayoga \nEarthShare of Texas is a 501©(3) nonprofit raising and distributing funds to qualifying member charities. From air quality to wildlife rehabilitation to the development of green building technology\, their members work to protect the environment. \nRegister here.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/free-yoga-class-at-columbia-sportswear/
LOCATION:Columbia Sportswear\, 255 East Basse Road #Suite 905\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78209\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T200000
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SUMMARY:Baxer Audubon Society Monthly Meeting: Searching for Blind Catfish and Blind Salamanders in the Edwards Aquifer
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Andy Gluesenkamp\, Director of the Center for Conservation & Research at the San Antonio Zoo\, is teaming up with Dr. Dean Hendrickson\, Curator of Fishes at the UT-Austin Biodiversity Center to search the San Antonio Pool of the Edwards Aquifer more than 1\,000 feet below the city for a rare cave species—Satan eurystomus\, the Widemouth Blindcat—which is dependent on the same vital liquid that sustains us humans. Dr. Gluesenkamp will present the research findings to us in person and via Zoom. \nFor questions\, contact Becca Taylor at rtaylorb2@sbcglobal.net.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/baxer-audubon-society-monthly-meeting-searching-for-blind-catfish-and-blind-salamanders-in-the-edwards-aquifer/
LOCATION:Alamo Colleges District\, 2222 N. Alamo Street\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78215\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T170000
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SUMMARY:2023 Greater Houston Environmental Summit
DESCRIPTION:As with past Summits\, CEC is hosting a diverse gathering of its members as well as influential leaders\, subject matter experts\, educators\, enthusiasts\, volunteers and passionate citizens for a day of inspiration\, education and collaboration! \n2023 Theme: Strengthening Connections for a Greener\, Healthier Houston \nEnergized by this year’s theme\, we are excited to be joined by a line up speakers who are leaders in the field helping to advance environmental issues through communications\, policy\, community initiatives\, and commerce. \nChris Tomlinson\, Columnist\, Houston Chronicle\nLisa Lin\, Director of Sustainability\, Harris County\nIvy Walls\, Entrepreneur / Founder\, Ivy Leaf Farms & Fresh Houwse Grocery\nBrooke Campbell\, Director\, Volunteer Houston\nAnd a to-be-announced guest from Bayou City Waterkeeper \nWe are extremely excited to once again gather\, in person\, with the environmental community that has made CEC a vital part of the fabric of our society!
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/2023-greater-houston-environmental-summit/
LOCATION:University of Houston – Downtown’s Center for Urban Agriculture and Sustainability\, Sciences & Technology Building\, 315 N. Main St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231016T170000
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SUMMARY:Austin City Limits 2023 Volunteer Program
DESCRIPTION:Register with Austin Parks Foundation to volunteer at ACL this October! Hours contributed will count towards APF’s participation in Match Month. \nUse EarthShare23 as the referral code. \nRegister here.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/austin-city-limits-2023-volunteer-program/
LOCATION:TX
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Parks Foundation":MAILTO:apf@austinparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T110000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20230914T174715Z
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UID:3610-1697274000-1697281200@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Neighborhood Volunteer Day: Puppy Lovin' at Onion Creek Dog Park
DESCRIPTION:Please join Austin Parks Foundation for a dog loving day giving back to Onion Creek Doggy Park! We will be taking care of our scorched and exposed trees by spreading mulch around the dog park and picking up litter. \nWhat to bring: Plenty of water\, and wear comfortable\, preferably long outdoor clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. Sunscreen and hat recommended! \nWhere to meet: We will gather at 9AM near the Dog Park here. \nParking information: Parking is available around the park on Vine Hill and Onion Creek Dr \nThank you so much for caring for our parks! \nRegister here.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/neighborhood-volunteer-day-puppy-lovin-at-onion-creek-dog-park/
LOCATION:Onion Creek Doggie Park\, Dog Park Blue\, 7000-7098\, Onion Creek Dr\, Austin\, 78744\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Parks Foundation":MAILTO:apf@austinparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20230808T182801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T182801Z
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SUMMARY:San Marcos River Foundation Riverside Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first in-person fundraising event overlooking the San Marcos River! Enjoy live music\, drinks\, food and a silent auction.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/san-marcos-river-foundation-riverside-social/
LOCATION:204 Main Street\, Martindale Texas\, 204 Main Streeet\, Martindale
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Marcos River Foundation":MAILTO:info@sanmarcosriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20230907T181025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T181147Z
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SUMMARY:RootBall 2023
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a Journey Through Time with TreeFolks for an evening of toasts\, tapas\, tunes… AND TREES! \nLet’s sip n’ stroll on a journey through time together as we marvel at the wonders of prehistoric life & the vital role forests (and TreeFolks!) play in our planet’s perpetual cycle of renewal! \nExplore TreeFolks’ wonders & wins from the roots of our humble beginnings through today and beyond! After 3 years\, the RootBall revives and will be held at the spectacular (and newly renovated!) Texas Science & Natural History Museum (formerly the Texas Memorial Museum)\, where we will enjoy an exciting silent auction\, moonlit melodies under the stars\, locally-sourced tapas from 34th Street Catering\, tree-themed cocktails\, and MORE! \nWith 165\,00 FREE trees given\, 3 MILLION trees planted\, and 20\,000 tree-huggin’ volunteers\, we’re excited to get rooted in celebration and plant even more seeds of wonder together! So mark your calendars and get rooted with us in a night of discovery\, camaraderie\, and philanthropy beneath our canopy of gratitude! \nGuests are welcome to dress in chic woodland attire in support of TreeFolks’ reforestation efforts! From Forest Ranger to Fairy Princess\, we’ll leaf that up to you! Register at: https://bit.ly/RootBall2023
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/rootball-2023/
LOCATION:Texas Science and Natural History Museum\, 2400 Trinity St\, Austin\, Texas\, 78705
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231029T130000
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CREATED:20230914T174307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T143940Z
UID:3607-1698570000-1698584400@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:SFC and ESTX Volunteer Day at Austin Community Gardens
DESCRIPTION:We are looking for new volunteers to help amplify our impact. Turn your volunteer hours into donations this October! \nDuring EarthShare Texas’ first-ever Match Month\, an anonymous donor has generously pledged a volunteer match contribution of up to $10\,000 for participating organizations. We’re in\, and so are our fellow EarthShare Texas members Greens Bayou Coalition\, Blackland Prairie Raptor Center \, Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation \, and Austin Parks Foundation. \nWhen you participate in our volunteer events during Match Month\, 1 hour of your time = $20 for our organization – for up to 100 hours! That’s $2\,000 going back into our work and community. If you’ve been thinking about volunteering\, now is the time to get started. Double your impact and have fun doing it this fall! \nAre you ready to get outside\, make a difference\, and raise some money this Match Month? Be a part of our collective impact. Sign up to volunteer with us\, and learn about the other participating organizations\, by visiting https://secure.sustainablefoodcenter.org/a/sfc-and-estx-volunteer-day
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/sfc-and-estx-volunteer-day-at-austin-community-gardens/
LOCATION:Alamo Community Garden\, 2101 Alamo St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Food Center":MAILTO:info@sustainablefoodcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231020T142027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T142759Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Recycling Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join STAR in celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Texas Recycling Summit! This year we’ll be in the beautiful Central Texas city of San Marcos at the spacious and elegant Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center. \nSummit is the premier recycling conference in Texas. This annual event brings together more than 200 industry professionals from schools\, cities\, businesses\, and NGOs to collaborate\, educate\, and network as we collectively advance recycling in Texas. Attendees interact with more than 40 exhibitors and gain useful insights from keynote speakers\, workshops and breakout and plenary sessions. \nWe’ll have three great days of informative panels\, workshops and speakers\, plus: \n• 2023 Texas Environmental Leadership Awards\n• Numerous networking opportunities\n• Tours and fun activities! \nTOURS WILL INCLUDE:\nGreen Guy Recycling\, Bobcat Blend Compost and the San Marcos Resource Recovery Reuse Warehouse and Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Center.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/texas-recycling-summit-2023/
LOCATION:“Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center\, 1001 E. McCarty Lane San Marcos\, Texas\, 78666”\, 1001 E. McCarty Lane\, San Marcos\, TX\, 78666\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231105
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231010T183407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T183407Z
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SUMMARY:It's My Park Day
DESCRIPTION:Join your neighbors and friends on Saturday\, November 4th for the 20th Anniversary of It’s My Park Day! This APF signature event features community-led projects across Austin’s nearly 400 parks\, trails and green spaces. \nVolunteers will spend the morning helping improve Austin’s outdoor spaces\, get a special 20th Anniversary IMPD t-shirt and enjoy deals on drinks and treats from our local Giveback Partners (coming soon)! \nUse the link below to find a project near you and register. Visit austinparks.org/impd for more information. \nFind an event.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/its-my-park-day/
LOCATION:TX
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Parks Foundation":MAILTO:apf@austinparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231030T141632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T141701Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Arbor Day Celebration (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:Join our member\, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\, for an Arbor Day Celebration!\nGet ready to celebrate live oaks (Quercus fusiformis)\, pecans (Carya illinoinensis) and cedar elms (Ulmus crassifolia) — Texas Arbor Day is Saturday\, Nov. 4! \nLady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is offering FREE admission all day and special activities from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. \n\nTexas Arbor Day Schedule\nIn addition to ongoing events like Fortlandia and Power the Migration: A Monarch Exhibition\, Texas Arbor Day guests are invited to: \n9:30 a.m. — Meet our friends from organizations like Bartlett Tree Experts and the Texas Military Environmental Department as well as members of our Science and Conservation Department\, in house arborists and horticulturists in the Courtyard. \n10:30 a.m. — Take a garden tour with Bartlett Tree Experts and learn all about cultural practices and structural pruning for young trees. \n10 a.m. — Learn how to age trees at an extra-special Drop-in & Discover \n11:45 a.m. — Enjoy a tree planting demonstration with Bartlett Tree Experts \nTBD a.m. — Tour the Arboretum with Kelsey\, one of our skilled Wildflower Center Arborists. \n1 p.m. — Learn how evolution influences the form and structure of trees at our Morphology of Oaks and Trees class (FREE! Space is limited\, pre-registration is encouraged but not required)
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/texas-arbor-day-celebration-free/
LOCATION:Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\, 4801 La Crosse Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78739\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T233000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20230828T173214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T173417Z
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SUMMARY:Guardian Gala
DESCRIPTION:Honoring Valero Energy and Larry Neuhaus. As we prepare to break ground for the Gessner Education Center\, let us celebrate how we got here and how you helped us pave a path to the Bay. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres\, a seated dinner\, live entertainment\, and thrilling auction items will await you. \nIndividual Ticket: $400/ea\nSponsor Couple: $1\,250 for 2\nSupporter Sponsor: $2\,500 for 4\nAdvocate Sponsor: $5\,000 for 10\nPatron Sponsor: $10\,000 for 10\nProtector Sponsor: $15\,000 for 10\nGuardian Sponsor: $25\,000 for 10\nPresenting Sponsor: $50\,000 for 20
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/guardian-gala/
LOCATION:The Revaire\, 7122 Old Katy Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231127T165531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T165531Z
UID:3693-1699948800-1701450000@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:SPARK Week Plus
DESCRIPTION:SPARK Week Plus celebrates the dedication of 6 new and reSPARK’ed SPARK Parks (school parks) in the Houston area. Visit www.sparkpark.org for more information.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/spark-week-plus/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231020T143038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T143244Z
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SUMMARY:Cacao by the Creek
DESCRIPTION:Cacao by the Creek\,’ is a community event organized in support of Austin Youth River Watch. Taking place on November 18th from 4-7 PM\, this community gathering hosted by Joaihu Chocolate offers an evening of chocolate tasting\, live music by rock and soul artist Akina Adderley\, and complimentary drinks. AYRW is dedicated to inspiring youth through environmental education\, making this event a wonderful opportunity to celebrate community\, raise awareness\, and contribute to their mission. \nRegister here.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/cacao-by-the-creek/
LOCATION:JOAIHU CHOCOLATE 815 SPRINGDALE RD\, AUSTIN 78702\, 815 Springdale Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Youth River Watch":MAILTO:info@riverwatchers.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T213000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231020T141701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T141701Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening Honoring Senator Jose Menendez and Texas Parks and Wildlife Painter Clemente Guzman
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance as we honor Senator José Menéndez and state landscape artist Clemente Guzman for their dedicated careers and commitment to our State’s preservation heritage and natural beauty. Guests will enjoy a four-course dinner\, unlimited selected libations\, and a silent auction featuring a selection of some of Guzman’s latest paintings. The event\, benefitting the work of the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance\, will be held amidst the holiday lights and cheer at Biga on the Banks in downtown San Antonio.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/an-evening-honoring-senator-jose-menendez-and-texas-parks-and-wildlife-painter-clemente-guzman/
LOCATION:Biga on the Banks.  The International Building at 203 South Saint Mary’s San Antonio Texas 78205\, 203 South Saint Mary's Street\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231127T165734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T165734Z
UID:3695-1701860400-1701864000@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:GCAA Webinar with Texas Downtown
DESCRIPTION:For more than thirty years\, Keep Texas Beautiful\, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)\, has awarded the prestigious Governor’s Community Achievement Awards to Texas communities for their outstanding overall efforts to keep their communities beautiful. During this webinar presented by Texas Downtown in collaboration with Keep Texas Beautiful\, learn more about the program\, eligibility requirements\, and how to apply for the 2024 grant cycle.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/gcaa-webinar-with-texas-downtown/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Texas Beautiful":MAILTO:info@ktb.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231020T143710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T143806Z
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SUMMARY:Middle Rio Grande Regional Training at Uvalde TX
DESCRIPTION:Keep Texas Beautiful is excited to announce an upcoming\, in-person regional training in Uvalde!\nThis is a great time to learn from and network with area KTB affiliates and KTR partners.\n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to the City of Uvalde for hosting this training!\n\n\n\nDate:\nTuesday\, December 12\, 2023\n\n\n\nTentative Agenda:\n10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.: Welcome and Introductions\n10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Introduction to KTB (Sara Walters\, Keep Texas Beautiful)\n11:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.: Keep Texas Recycling Program (Zoe Killian\, Keep Texas Beautiful)\n11:30 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Training\n12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Lunch break (lunch provided)\n1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: STOP Litter Audit Presentation (Black Cat GIS)\n2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.:  Uvalde Recycling Center Tour\n3 p.m.: Optional Networking\n\n\n\nLocation:\nSSGT Willie de Leon Civic Center\n300 E Main St\, Uvalde\, TX 78801\n\n\n\nWho should attend?\nAffiliate Coordinators\nAffiliate Board Members\nAffiliate Staff/Volunteers\nKeep Texas Recycling Partners\nProspective/Provisional Affiliates\n\nPossible topics include rural recycling\, involving youth\, volunteer management\, data management and more. This training will count towards the KTB training requirement for affiliates.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/middle-rio-grande-regional-training-at-uvalde-tx/
LOCATION:“SSGT Willie de Leon Civic Center 300 E Main St\, Uvalde\, TX 78801”\, 300 E Main St\, Uvalde\, TX\, 78801\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Texas Beautiful":MAILTO:info@ktb.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231220T184807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T184858Z
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SUMMARY:Keep Texas Beautiful Central Texas Regional Training
DESCRIPTION:Keep Texas Beautiful is excited to announce an upcoming\, in-person regional training in Waco! This is a great time to learn from and network with area KTB affiliates and KTR partners.  \nRegister here: Central Texas Regional Training\n \nSpecial thanks to Keep Waco Beautiful for hosting this training! \n  \nFor questions\, contact: Karla Camacho\, Communications Coordinator\, karla@ktb.org \n 
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/keep-texas-beautiful-central-texas-regional-training/
LOCATION:1006 N. 25th St. Waco\, TX 76707\, 1006 N. 25th St.\, Waco\, Texas\, 76707
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keep Texas Beautiful":MAILTO:info@ktb.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240216
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231220T191221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T191700Z
UID:3710-1704153600-1708041599@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Apply for the Governor’s Community Achievement Awards
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]For more than thirty years\, Keep Texas Beautiful\, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)\, has awarded the prestigious Governor’s Community Achievement Awards to Texas communities for their outstanding overall efforts to keep their communities beautiful. The GCAA program has recognized outstanding communities since 1969\, with TxDOT providing landscaping award funding since 1985. This year\, ten winning communities will share $2 million in landscaping awards from the Texas Department of Transportation\, with the amount based on population size. The funds are used for landscaping projects along state rights-of-way. \nSubmit your application now by visiting https://ktb.org/gcaa/ \nFor questions\, contact: Karla Camacho\, Communications Coordinator\, karla@ktb.org[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/governors-community-achievement-awards/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20231220T202902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T203245Z
UID:3716-1706110200-1706113800@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Water Wonks Hour - GEAA Online Monthly Lecture Series #1
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance is pleased to introduce our 2024 Water Wonks Hour Lecture Series! Mark your calendars for 3:30 p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Water Wonks will feature a host of experts sharing innovative ideas and details about their work in the world of water\, providing a free online community education opportunity. Learn more or register for this event by visiting https://aquiferalliance.org/water-wonks-series/. \nLecture #1 will be hosted on Wednesday January 24th 3:30 pm. For this first lecture\, our topic is Water Reuse in the Hill Country: Analyzing Opportunities in Comal County Texas.  This session will be presented by GEAA Policy Director\, Rachel Hanes. \nRachel will present a newly released report that outlines opportunities to employ recycled water to alleviate the burdens placed on the Edwards and Trinity Aquifers by focusing on the state of recycled water use in Comal County. Water reuse (using reclaimed and treated wastewater) is an integral step in ensuring that counties in the Hill Country will have the water supplies needed to ensure the health\, safety\, and quality of life of residents in the years to come. \nFor questions\, contact Kellie Fichter (kellie@aquiferalliance.org).
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/water-wonks-hour-geaa-online-monthly-lecture-series-1/
LOCATION:TX
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://earthshare-texas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Water-Wonks-Hour-FINAL-Kellie-Fichter.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241111
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20240117T213646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T213646Z
UID:3740-1706832000-1731283199@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Haha real: Cistern Art Installation
DESCRIPTION:Coming this February\, the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern will be transformed into a surreal landscape where nothing is quite as it appears. Haha real is an immersive\, site-specific art installation by artist Rachel Rossin. Holographic characters\, symbols\, and carefully manipulated sound elements by Houston musician\, Frewuhn\, combine to create a unique world inspired by the classic story of The Velveteen Rabbit. Posing questions about the nature of reality\, imagination\, and connection\, Haha real offers an encounter with the unknown. \nAdmission revenue supports the environmental stewardship work of the Buffalo Bayou Partnership – get your tickets here.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/haha-real-cistern-art-installation/
LOCATION:Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern\, 105 Sabine Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77007\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://earthshare-texas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/3-Sunsets-Image-e1705527131603.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240323
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20240220T165017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T165227Z
UID:3832-1707091200-1711151999@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Now Open: The Beautify Texas Awards Nominations
DESCRIPTION:Keep Texas Beautiful is excited to announce the opening of the Beautify Texas Awards nominations! \nThe Beautify Texas Awards recognize efforts made by individuals and organizations to enhance their communities and protect Texas’ environment. These awards range in honoring extraordinary volunteers\, professionals\, youth\, educators\, businesses\, local/civic governments\, organizations\, and specific projects and programs.  They are organized into two main categories\, Individual Awards and Organization Awards. \nAnyone can nominate a local hero! Award winners come from all walks of life: students\, civic and non-profit organizations\, individuals\, community groups\, sports teams\, and more. Self-nominations are encouraged! Nominations open now until March 22 – visit https://ktb.org/beautify-texas-awards/ to make your nominations today. \nQuestions? Contact event organizer Karla Camacho\, karla@ktb.org.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/beautify-texas-awards-nominations/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://earthshare-texas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BTA-Promotional-2-Karla-Camacho.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20240117T210125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T213919Z
UID:3737-1708158600-1708169400@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Abandoned Crab Trap Removal Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Every February\, Galveston Bay Foundation partners with Texas Parks and Wildlife during the 10-day crab trap closure to aid in the removal of abandoned\, lost or derelict crab traps. \nThese traps have been identified as a significant source of mortality for a variety of organisms. They can also damage boats\, contribute to visual pollution and possibly have negative effects on sensitive habitats like seagrass! \nYou and fellow volunteers will help unload crab traps at the boat dock\, count the amount of traps\, identify and document any marine life found in traps and dismantle traps. \nLearn more and sign up by visiting this link: https://galvbay.org/event/abandoned-crab-trap-removal-3/ \n 
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/abandoned-crab-trap-removal/
LOCATION:Anahuac\, TX\, 77514
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://earthshare-texas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/52527205_10156444189428439_2273364144398794752_n.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T163000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20240129T165721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T165721Z
UID:3799-1709134200-1709137800@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Water Wonks Lecture Series #2
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance is pleased to introduce their 2024 Water Wonks Lecture Series. Mark your calendars for 3:30 p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month. \nWater Wonks will feature a host of experts sharing innovative ideas and details about their work in the world of water. The series is a free community education opportunity. Visit https://aquiferalliance.org/event/water-wonks-hour-lecture-series-2/ to register now! \nQuestions? Contact Kellie Fichter (kellie@aquiferalliance.org).
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/water-wonks-lecture-series-2/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://earthshare-texas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Water-Wonks-Hour-FINAL-2-1-Kellie-Fichter.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20240220T172216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T172216Z
UID:3834-1709251200-1717199999@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:The Great American Cleanup Begins in Texas
DESCRIPTION:The Great American Cleanup is the nation’s largest community improvement program. In Texas\, we kick things off on March 1. \nIn 2023\, during the Great American Cleanup\, volunteers picked up more than 686\,000 lbs of trash and recycling across Texas. That’s the weight of more than 30 Big Tex statues combined! Join the effort this year! Anyone can order supplies to clean up a TxDOT-maintained roadway or waterway between March 1 – May 31st. Visit this link to learn more about this nationwide event and how you can participate. \nQuestions? Contact event organizer Karla Camacho\, karla@ktb.org.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/the-great-american-cleanup-texas/
LOCATION:TX
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://earthshare-texas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/GAC-Social-Square-Karla-Camacho.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20240220T163851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T163851Z
UID:3830-1709373600-1709380800@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Drop-in & Discover: Spring @ Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the gardens on select Saturdays to play\, learn and discover. Enjoy different themed family-friendly activities designed for all ages. Drop-in programs are designed for guests of all ages to learn\, create and explore the gardens together. \nSelect Saturdays\, 10 a.m. – noon. \nThis is a free drop-in program and will be held outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather and don’t forget your water bottle!
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/drop-in-discover-wildflower-center/
LOCATION:Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\, 4801 La Crosse Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78739\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20240318T190824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T190824Z
UID:3848-1710928800-1710932400@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Pots for Plots Opening: Bayou Preservation Association (CEC)
DESCRIPTION:Join the community for the Pots for Plots opening\, a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the installation of Bayou Preservation Association’s first permanent plastic plant pot collection bin! Pots for Plots is their community-driven initiative tackling plastic waste by giving single-use plant pots a new life at local nurseries and farms. \nSign up now by visiting this link: https://www.bayoupreservation.org/events/pots-for-plots-permanent-bin-ribbon-cutting-ceremony/form. \nQuestions? Contact info@BayouPreservation.org.
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/pots-for-plots-opening-bayou-preservation-association-cec/
LOCATION:Quality Feed & Garden\, 1813 Luzon St\, Houston\, Texas\, 77009
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260820T032157
CREATED:20240320T152511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T152511Z
UID:3860-1711184400-1711195200@earthshare-texas.org
SUMMARY:Tree Care and Trash Workday: Pan Am Park!
DESCRIPTION:Come join your neighbors and park community as we gather at Pan Am Neighborhood Park on Saturday\, March 23rd from 9 AM to Noon! Pan Am is an important part of East Austin’s community and we’re coming together in stewardship for this incredibly important space! We will be supporting the health of this popular park by mulching trees and picking up litter throughout the park and as a thank you\, you’ll receive a free It’s My Park Day Spring t-shirt! \nWe’ll gather at 9 AM by the playground with coffee and treats before getting to work! Please wear comfortable\, outdoor clothing\, bring your own water bottle and we’ll take care of the rest! \nThank you so much for giving back to our parks and green spaces\, we’re so excited to work with y’all!
URL:https://earthshare-texas.org/event/tree-care-and-trash-workday/
LOCATION:Pan Am Park\, 2100 E 3rd St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Parks Foundation":MAILTO:apf@austinparks.org
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