Events - Month View
The event calendar shows upcoming club events. Select a view then use the navigation buttons to move
between dates. Click on the event to view more information, including the event description, times,
location, fees and any rules regarding attendance; you can also register for events from this screen.
Click on the magnifying glass on the toolbar to see search and filter options.
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Learn your rights. Get free, confidential legal advice. 1005 E 40th Street, Austin, 78751. Note: This is an community event sponsored by Hands Off Central Texas; LWVAA will be registering voters.
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.: Help LWVAA become a Wheatsville Community Action Partner in 2026! Staff an information table at Wheatsville Co-op to raise awareness about LWVAA and what we do. Wheatsville Co-op, 3101 Guadalupe St, Austin, 78705.
Join us registering and informing voters!
Register voters and distribute voter‘s guides at this Dia de Los Muertos
8:30 a.m. (Bedichek MS)l & 4:00 p.m. (Winn Montessori) - Conversations with the AISD Superintendent at school campuses affected by the AISD Consolidation Plan. These are community events not affiliated with LWVAA.
6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Hosted by the Kozmetsky Center for Excellence at St. Edward‘s University and the Texas Tribune. Screening of For the Record, an award-winning documentary about the Canadian press that highlights the challenges facing local journalism, particularly the decline of rural newspapers. Following the film, panelists will explore the role of a free press in democracy, the loss of rural newspapers and what it means for community life, and how citizens can stay informed in an era of shrinking local media. Alamo Drafthouse Slaughter Lane, 5701 West Slaughter Lane, Austin, 78749. This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
Election Day and last day for Vote By Mail ballots to be received for the 2025 Constitutional Amendment Election
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Help LWVAA become a Wheatsville Community Action Partner in 2026! Staff an information table at Wheatsville Co-op to raise awareness about LWVAA and what we do. Wheatsville Co-op, 4001 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, 78704.
8:00 a.m. (Ridgetop Elementary)l & 3:30 p.m. (Oak Springs Elementary) - Conversations with the AISD Superintendent at school campuses affected by the AISD Consolidation Plan. These are community events not affiliated with LWVAA.
8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (livestream) - State courts and constitutions are increasingly in the spotlight as significant sources of rights. In areas ranging from abortion to education to property rights, many state constitutions offer protections that are distinct from and often more expansive than those found in the U.S. Constitution. The Brennan Center for Justice, State Court Report, and the Northwestern University Law Review will host a 2-day symposium exploring the future of state constitutional rights, including the substantive rights protected by state constitutions, state constitutional amendments, and emerging issues in areas such as LGBTQ+ rights and voting rights. Note: This is an educational event not affiliated with LWVAA.
The authors of the forthcoming book, Learning for Democracy: A Framework for Adult Civic Learning, will offer an interactive lecture and a nonpartisan community discussion on democracy as an ongoing and participatory process. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (livestream) - State courts and constitutions are increasingly in the spotlight as significant sources of rights. In areas ranging from abortion to education to property rights, many state constitutions offer protections that are distinct from and often more expansive than those found in the U.S. Constitution. The Brennan Center for Justice, State Court Report, and the Northwestern University Law Review will host a 2-day symposium exploring the future of state constitutional rights, including the substantive rights protected by state constitutions, state constitutional amendments, and emerging issues in areas such as LGBTQ+ rights and voting rights. Note: This is an educational event not affiliated with LWVAA.
Students and community members march from Huston-Tillotson University to the Texas State Capitol to advocate for educational equity, inclusivity, and student rights and advancing youth visibility in policymaking and advocating for student rights. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
12:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Part of the Austin Studio Tour, the show features the photographers and videographers who have been capturing the energy and humanity of the protests happening in Central Texas since January 2025. Experience resistance through the lens of the visual artists of HOCTX, and take home a piece of the fight. Skyline Gallery, 705 Wallingford Bend Drive Suite 200, Austin, 78752. Note: This is an community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - In-person open house to hear public comment on the AISD school consolidation plan. The plan will be voted on by the board of trustees on November 20. Delco Activity Center, 4601 Pecan Brook Dr, Austin, 78724. Note: This is an community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
2:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Free, family-friendly celebration of belonging, inclusion, and community. Featuring live music and dance showcasing Austin’s diverse communities; a Community Marketplace featuring local vendors and creatives; and a Children’s Corner with fun for the whole family. Hosted by BRAVE Communities Central Machine Works, 4824 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, 78702. This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - The annual Texas Book Festival hosts writers from all over the world and has a national reputation as one of the most prestigious and longest running book festivals in the country. Festival Weekend features more than 300 authors of the year’s best books across all ages and genres; book signings; cooking demonstrations; programs and activities for kids of all ages; food trucks; and exhibiting vendors from across the state and country. FREE and open to all. In the Texas Capitol, tents along 11th Street and Congress Ave., and nearby churches and venues. This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
Join the Austin NAACP for a town hall meeting, moderated by branch president Nelson Linder and covering such issues as local elections, housing and employment discrimination, education, and the racial income gap. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - The annual Texas Book Festival hosts writers from all over the world and has a national reputation as one of the most prestigious and longest running book festivals in the country. Festival Weekend features more than 300 authors of the year’s best books across all ages and genres; book signings; cooking demonstrations; programs and activities for kids of all ages; food trucks; and exhibiting vendors from across the state and country. FREE and open to all. In the Texas Capitol, tents along 11th Street and Congress Ave., and nearby churches and venues. This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
12:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Part of the Austin Studio Tour, the show features the photographers and videographers who have been capturing the energy and humanity of the protests happening in Central Texas since January 2025. Experience resistance through the lens of the visual artists of HOCTX, and take home a piece of the fight. Skyline Gallery, 705 Wallingford Bend Drive Suite 200, Austin, 78752. Note: This is an community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Curious about how decisions are made in our city — and how you can get involved? Join the City of Austin Office of Equity & Inclusion for a series of community events designed to introduce you to the Joint Inclusion Committee (JIC) and other boards and commissions that shape local policy. Whether you’re looking to serve, speak up, or just learn more, these events are your chance to connect and engage. Gus Garcia Rec Center, 1201 E Rundberg Ln, Austin, 78753. This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
Hosted by the Texas Tribune. Hear conversations shaping the future of education, the economy, health care, energy, technology, public safety, culture and the arts — with those driving decisions in Texas and across the country. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. - The current administration has invited the University of Texas to sign a “compact for excellence in higher education” that offers preferential federal funding to universities in exchange for such things as freezing tuition for five years and limiting speech that is contrary to conservative values. HABLA will host a panel discussion and Plática on the subject moderated by Alicia Perez-Hodge, Co-Founder of HABLA. Juan in a Million, 12300 East Cesar Chavez, Austin, 78702. This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
Hosted by the Texas Tribune. Hear conversations shaping the future of education, the economy, health care, energy, technology, public safety, culture and the arts — with those driving decisions in Texas and across the country. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. - Marking the 50th anniversary of the largest international women‘s conference ever held in the United States, the symposium will feature keynotes from national figures across the political spectrum; policy panel discussions; and breakout sessions on paid family leave, access to contraception, and women‘s political representation. The symposium is open to anyone interested in politics, civic engagement and policy leadership, including current and aspiring public servants, community advocates, students and anyone committed to advancing representation in government. Lady Bird Johnson Auditorium at the LBJ Presidential Library, 2313 Red River, Austin, 78712. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
The election is over. Let‘s rest, regroup, and recharge for the next one. Everyone is invited -- bring your friends, neighbors, and significant others!
Hosted by the Texas Tribune. A free outdoor event featuring conversations about arts and culture, faith, education, food, how Gen Z is shaping the future. The event will also include live performances, interactive exhibits, meet and greets, taste tests, book signings, and a small business showcase. Congress Avenue between 7th and 11th Streets. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - The City of Austin‘s Bond Election Advisory Task Force (BEATF) exists to identify and prioritize projects that address Austin’s infrastructure needs. At this listening session, you will hear a brief overview of the BEATF’s role and process; learn what input they need from you to help make decisions about Bond recommendations to the Mayor and City Council; and have the chance to share your top community priorities and tell the task force which projects you would cut or refine. When you speak up, you help build a bond package that truly reflects community needs. Gustavo “Gus” L. Garcia Recreation Center, 1201 E Rundberg Lane, Austin, 78753. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
Hosted by the Texas Tribune. Hear conversations shaping the future of education, the economy, health care, energy, technology, public safety, culture and the arts — with those driving decisions in Texas and across the country. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
6:30 p.m. doors / 7:30 p.m. show - Presentation by Bryan Stevenson, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama and author of Just Mercy. Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Avenue, Austin, 78701 Note: This is an community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
7:30 - 8:45 p.m. (online) - Dale Blasingame, associate professor of practice in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Texas State University, will describe how AI systems generate realistic content and discuss ways that individuals can assess authenticity online. This is the first in a new monthly series of presentations on "Noise versus News." Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Emergency Preparedness Pop-Up hosted by the City of Austin‘s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) to promote public awareness and provide safety tips to help Austinites prepare for various emergencies. The first 25 guests will receive an emergency supply kit (limit 1 per household). Carver Branch Library, 1161 Angelina St, Austin, 78702. This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - The City of Austin‘s Bond Election Advisory Task Force (BEATF) exists to identify and prioritize projects that address Austin’s infrastructure needs. At this listening session, you will hear a brief overview of the BEATF’s role and process; learn what input they need from you to help make decisions about Bond recommendations to the Mayor and City Council; and have the chance to share your top community priorities and tell the task force which projects you would cut or refine. When you speak up, you help build a bond package that truly reflects community needs. Rodolfo "Rudy" Mendez Recreation Center, 2407 Canterbury Street, Austin, 78702. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Professor Elizabeth W. Sepper will discuss attacks on healthcare access. Professor Sepper is a nationally recognized scholar of religious liberty, health law, and equality. She has written extensively about conflicts over reproductive healthcare and religion. Admission is free but seating is limited, so registration is required. Chez Zee American Bistro, 5406 Balcones Drive, Austin, 78731. Note: This is a community event not affiliated with LWVAA.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (online) - Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Edward Larson discusses his newest book, Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Still Matters. This book traces the idea of American independence in one pivotal year — 1776 — and explores why this year continues to hold significance today. Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, moderates. Note: This is an educational event not affiliated with LWVAA.
7:00 p.m. - 2nd annual gathering of Austin musicians benefiting Casa Marianella, a local shelter for men, women, and children fleeing terror, torture, and political persecution in their home countries. Casa helps them rebuild their lives and find a new place in the world. The funds from this year’s concert will go to support Casa’s legal clinic. Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Avenue, Austin, 78701. This is a community fundraising event not affiliated with LWVAA.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (in person & online) - Monthly book club hosted by Hands Off Central Texas. Participate in a group discussion of the book and join in actions to defend democracy. November‘s book is They Called Us Enemy, a 2019 graphic novel written by George Takei, Justin Eisinger, and Steven Scott, and illustrated by Harmony Becker. The New York Times called the book "a detailed, wrenching account of what happened to thousands of Japanese-Americans in the wake of Pearl Harbor." Austin Public Library Menchaca Branch, 5500 Menchaca Rd, Austin, 78745. Note: This is an community event; LWVAA is a partner.