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04 / 16
04 / 17
Green Apple Festival
Start: 9:00 am
Start: 04/17/2009 - 09:00
End: 04/19/2009 - 17:00

The Green Apple Festival 04/17/2009 – 04/19/2009 This year Austin has an opportunity to get huge amounts of work done on behalf of Austin and the environment.  The Green Apple Festival, the nation's largest Earth Day Celebration will be in 10 cities this year, including Austin the weekend before Earth Day. Green Apple Festival is produced in partnership with Earth Day Network, the non‐profit organization started by the original founders of Earth Day. Austin projects include everything from making art out of old bike parts to cleaning up Lady Bird Lake to building a rain water collection system for a community garden. Date: Friday, April 17 thru Sunday, April 19 Time:  Throughout the weekendLocation:  Throughout AustinRegister:  http://www.greenapplefestival.com/ 
04 / 18
Green Apple Festival
(all day)
Start: 04/17/2009 - 09:00
End: 04/19/2009 - 17:00

The Green Apple Festival 04/17/2009 – 04/19/2009 This year Austin has an opportunity to get huge amounts of work done on behalf of Austin and the environment.  The Green Apple Festival, the nation's largest Earth Day Celebration will be in 10 cities this year, including Austin the weekend before Earth Day. Green Apple Festival is produced in partnership with Earth Day Network, the non‐profit organization started by the original founders of Earth Day. Austin projects include everything from making art out of old bike parts to cleaning up Lady Bird Lake to building a rain water collection system for a community garden. Date: Friday, April 17 thru Sunday, April 19 Time:  Throughout the weekendLocation:  Throughout AustinRegister:  http://www.greenapplefestival.com/ 

Vol Op: Windsor Park Community Garden
Start: 8:00 am
End: 5:00 pm

Windsor Park Community Garden04/18/2009, 04/19/2009 This coming Earth Day weekend, Windsor Park Community Garden will be working on building ferro-cement raised beds for gardening and setting posts and building frames for a fence that will be filled in with recycled materials. Volunteers are welcome and if you would like a goodie bag and free tickets to an appreciation concert at Antones, you can sign up with the Green Apple Festivalhttp://planetgreen.discovery.com/work-connect/green-apple.html Bring a (labeled) drill if you have one, work gloves and a water bottle.  Water and snacks will be provided. Date:         Saturday April 18th and Sunday April 19th Time:        Saturday from 8:00am -12:00pm and/or 1:00pm – 5:00pm                   Sunday from 2:00pm – 6:00pmLocation: The Windsor Park Community Garden is located between 51st and 290 E about a mile east of I35.  It's behind the Austin Mennonite Church at 5801 Westminster.  You can park in the library parking lot or at the shopping center across the street. Contact:   Call Elizabeth at 636-4493 if you have questions. Saturday April 18:  8:00 - noon  and/or 1:00 - 5:00Sunday April 19:  2:00 - 6:00

Vol Op: Hornsby Bend
Start: 8:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Together Green Hornsby Bend Volunteer Day  04/18/2009This is a wonderful opportunity to work with community and restore a birders paradise at Hornsby Bend.  Help to install native landscaping around this wonderful bird observation area.Date: Saturday, April 18Time:  8:00am – 12:00pmLocation:  Hornsby Bend, 2210 South FM 973 (SE Austin – 78725)Contact:  To volunteer call the Travis Audubon Society at 512-300-BIRD 

Ed Op: Garden Mentor Training
Start: 9:00 am
End: 4:00 pm

School Garden Mentor Training04/18/2009Join the community of school garden mentors in Austin!  This upcoming training will prepare volunteers to help support and sustain successful school vegetable gardens.  School gardens enrich academic learning, encourage healthy eating habits and provide children with invaluable opportunities to interact with the outdoors. Registration required. Cost $20 per participant to cover lunch & printing of materials.  Date:         Saturday, April 18th Time:        9:00am -4:00pmLocation: T.A. Brown Elementary School                  505 W. Anderson LnContact:   Jess Guffey at 236-0074 x 105                   or email at jess@sustainablefoodcenter.org. 

Vol Op: Neighborhood Green
Start: 9:00 am
End: 10:00 am

North Loop Neighborhood Green04/18/2009 Bruning Green is a neighbor-maintained green space that was established in 2001 and has been developed into a beautiful little public space with a butterfly bed, path, stone seating walls, and bench. It is very precious to the neighborhood and needs regular maintenance to keep it in top condition.  Volunteers are needed to help mulch the trees to prevent ground compaction and help retain water.   Date: Saturday, April 18th    Time:  9am-10amLocation:  Bruning Green @ 52nd, Evans, and Bruning Avenue (N. Central Austin - 78751)Parking:  along neighborhood streets, please be courteous of neighbors and do not block drivewaysContact:  Cindy Black at cindy@rickblack.net to volunteerNote:  bring gloves and your weeding tool of choice 

Vol Op: Wildland Conservation
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:30 pm

Wildland Conservation Volunteer Stewardship Days - Juniper Removal (Savanna Grassland Maintenance)  04/18/2009Great Earth Day volunteer activity!  Help the Wildland Conservation Division maintain a native open savanna by removing small juniper saplings which are beginning to grow in this area.  Date: Saturday, April 18Time:  Two Shifts at 9:00am – 12:30pm and again from 1:00pm – 4:00pmLocation:  Slaughter Creek tract, near intersection of Slaughter Ln and FM 1826 in SW Travis County.  Directions will be sent upon registration.Contact:  To volunteer contact daniel.dietz@ci.austin.tx.us or call 263-6443. 

Vol Op: Greenbelt Workday- CANCELLED
Start: 9:00 am
End: 1:00 pm

Earth Day Greenbelt Trail Project - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST04/18/2009 There will be a special-focus trail work day at the Homedale Trail entry to help celebrate Earth Day.  You have can leave a lasting mark on the Homedale entry trail by putting finishing touches on a trail resurfacing project and spreading decomposed granite mixed with a special polymer solution for a longer-lasting, smooth, and attractive surface, for hikers, bikers, dogs, and the occasional wild creature that wanders beyond the greenbelt confines.   All tools, supplies, and equipment will be furnished.You will get a great work out and have the immediate satisfaction of seeing the visual and functional results of your work.  Tacos will be provided to get you started! Date: Saturday, April 18 Time:  9:00am- 1:00pmLocation:  Homedale Trail entry 2010 Homedale Dr.Contact:  RSVP Glee Ingram at gleeful@earthlink.net or (512) 443-7522 

Vol Op: Operation Clean Creek
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

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Operation Clean Creek 04/18/2009 (rain date 4/25/2009)Little Walnut Creek, the portion that runs immediately next/North of Sunchase Condominiums on North Plaza, is a beautiful little green space that is dear to the hearts of Sunchase residents - it's also the home of various turtles, birds, raccoons, possum and a variety of other wildlife. When the rains come, trash washes down the creek and therefore these clean-ups are critical to the health of this natural wildlife habitat.  Dress in long sleeves, long pants, and closed shoes.Date:  Saturday, April 18th Time:  9:00am – 12:00pmLocation: 9009 NorthPlaza, 78753 North of Sunchase Condominiums Parking:  Along community streets, please be courteous of neighbors, do not park in carports and do not block drivewaysContact: Anna Hovenden ahovenden@yahoo.com  

Vol Op: Canoeing Cleanup
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:30 pm

Canoeing/Kayaking Cleanup04/18/2009 Join the Sierra Club and Austin Paddle Club in an effort to keep Lady Bird Lake free of debris!  Don’t own a boat?  No problem!  An outfitter will provide one at no cost to cleanup participants.  The outfitter needs to know in advance how many boats to provide so please contact Phyllis Gruver at 512.388.0099 or email phyllisgruver@att.net by April 9, 2009 if you would like to participate.  When emailing please note if you have a boat or if you would like to join the group for lunch after the cleanup.  Led by Philip Russell & Phyllis Gruver. Date: Saturday, April 18th    Location:  meeting point will be given when you registerContact:  Phyllis Gruver, phyllisgruver@att.net or 388.0099Registration Deadline: April 9th, 2009 

Vol Op: Recycle @ SafePlace Festival
Start: 11:00 am
End: 4:00 pm

Recycle @ SafePlace Field Day & Festival04/18/2009 The SafePlace Field Day & Festival is an invitation to all to join SafePlace in working to end sexual and domestic violence.  SafePlace, works toward this goal with programs that address safety, healing, prevention, and social change.  The field day & festival will have crafts, games, art, and prizes for all ages and at this event there’s also going to be recycling! Volunteers are needed to help event organizers make sure recycling runs smoothly. Date: Saturday, April 18th (orientation Monday, April 13th from 6pm-8pm @ Ruiz Library) Time:  11am-4pmLocation:  2101 Jesse E. Segovia  (Central Austin – 78702)Register:  Christina Hiett at chiett@SafePlace.org or 512.356.1573Note:  Volunteers get a FREE event tshirt and FREE entry into the festival!More Info: www.safeplacefieldday.org. 

Vol Op: Quilombo Community Garden Workday
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

 Quilombo Community Garden Workday04/18/2009 Quilombo, a community garden on the east side, is looking for help in making this season a bountiful one! Quilombo is entirely volunteer run, and works with a minimum of funds.  Please join volunteers on Saturdays, to come together four hours before sunset and put energy into the garden in exchange for vegetables.  Find out more at www.quilombogardens.org. Date:  Saturday, April 18th Time:  Four hours before sunset (approx. 4:00pm -8:00pm)Location: 5606 Harold Court Austin, TX 78721 Contact: Julia Bonnheim ( 214-998-9449) or Megan Barbour (512-422-6327)
04 / 19
Green Apple Festival
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/17/2009 - 09:00
End: 04/19/2009 - 17:00

The Green Apple Festival 04/17/2009 – 04/19/2009 This year Austin has an opportunity to get huge amounts of work done on behalf of Austin and the environment.  The Green Apple Festival, the nation's largest Earth Day Celebration will be in 10 cities this year, including Austin the weekend before Earth Day. Green Apple Festival is produced in partnership with Earth Day Network, the non‐profit organization started by the original founders of Earth Day. Austin projects include everything from making art out of old bike parts to cleaning up Lady Bird Lake to building a rain water collection system for a community garden. Date: Friday, April 17 thru Sunday, April 19 Time:  Throughout the weekendLocation:  Throughout AustinRegister:  http://www.greenapplefestival.com/ 

Vol Op: Windsor Park Community Garden
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm

Windsor Park Community Garden04/18/2009, 04/19/2009 This coming Earth Day weekend, Windsor Park Community Garden will be working on building ferro-cement raised beds for gardening and setting posts and building frames for a fence that will be filled in with recycled materials. Volunteers are welcome and if you would like a goodie bag and free tickets to an appreciation concert at Antones, you can sign up with the Green Apple Festivalhttp://planetgreen.discovery.com/work-connect/green-apple.html Bring a (labeled) drill if you have one, work gloves and a water bottle.  Water and snacks will be provided. Date:         Saturday April 18th and Sunday April 19th Time:        Saturday from 8:00am -12:00pm and/or 1:00pm – 5:00pm                   Sunday from 2:00pm – 6:00pmLocation: The Windsor Park Community Garden is located between 51st and 290 E about a mile east of I35.  It's behind the Austin Mennonite Church at 5801 Westminster.  You can park in the library parking lot or at the shopping center across the street. Contact:   Call Elizabeth at 636-4493 if you have questions. Saturday April 18:  8:00 - noon  and/or 1:00 - 5:00Sunday April 19:  2:00 - 6:00
04 / 20
04 / 21
04 / 22
Lady Bird Lake Cleanup
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

 Lady Bird Lake Cleanup04/22/09   Join the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) for a cleanup of Lady Bird Lake to celebrate Earth Day 2009!  With gorgeous weather, a beautiful lake, and giveaways from Keep Austin Beautiful and NWF it's a great way to start the day.   Date:  Earth Day, Wednesday, April 22nd Time:  10am-12pm Meeting Point:  North shore of Lady Bird Lake underneath I35 Registration:  Andrea Dravigne, 610-7768 or dravignea@nwf.org
04 / 23
04 / 24
04 / 25
Friends of EilersPark Beautification Day
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

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Friends of Eilers Park Beautification Day04/25/2009 Join Friends of Eilers Park to put some final touches to prepare new plantings for summer.  The work includes mulching, maintenance, and possibly more planting.  Children’s activities will also be available.  Good eats and beverages (including water) will be provided. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a water bottle. All ages are welcome.Also, ask Friends of Eilers Park about their Adopt A Tree Program!Date:  Saturday, April 25th Time:  9:00am -12:00pmLocation: 400 Deep Eddy Avenue  Austin, TX78703Directions:  From Loop 1 exit at Lake Austin Blvd. Deep Eddy Avenue is two blocks west of Loop 1 (Mangia Pizza is at the corner of Deep Eddy). Turn left onto Deep Eddy Ave which will take you directly to the parking area. Meet at the picnic tables and terrace to the right of the upper ramp.Contact:  info@friendsofeilerspark.org

Sowing Native Grass Seeds at Tabor Tract
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:30 pm

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 Sowing Native Grass Seeds at Tabor Tract 04/25/2009Description:  Help this great work group sow native savanna grass seeds on the 175 acres that was burned in March.  Yippee for native savanna systems and for optimizing the water quality and quantity over the aquifer recharge zone!  Date:  Saturday, April 25th Time:  9:00am -12:30pmLocation:  Near intersection of Bliss Spillar and FM 1626 in Manchaca.  Directions will be sent upon registration.Contact:  To volunteer contact daniel.dietz@ci.austin.tx.us or call 263-6443. 

Ecological Literacy Workday
Start: 9:00 am
End: 1:00 pm

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Ecological Literacy Workday04/25/2009   Combining volunteer work with learning about local ecology, the Ecological Literacy Day at Hornsby Bend begins with several hours of outdoor work - ranging from trail maintenance to habitat restoration to work in the native plant nursery - and ends with at least an hour of learning about local ecology - birds, bugs, and more! Wear boots and work clothing, and be sure to bring your binoculars.   When:  Saturday, April 25th  9am-1pm Where:  Hornsby Bend, 2210 South FM 973 (SE Austin – 78725) Contact:  Kevin Anderson at Kevin.Anderson@ci.austin.tx.us or 512-972-1960

Eastside Café and Art Alliance Austin Recycling Challenge during Art City Austin Festival
Start: 9:00 am
Start: 04/25/2009 - 09:00
End: 04/26/2009 - 17:00

 Eastside Café and Art Alliance Austin Recycling Challenge during Art City Austin Festival04/25/2009 through 4/26/2009Art Alliance Austin (est. 1956) and Eastside Café want to make Art City Austin the greenest art festival the city has ever seen and they need your help.  Your non-profit group can win prizes of up to $1000 by manning recycling stations set up throughout the festival beginning at City Hall and stretching a half mile down Cesar Chavez.Date:  4/25/2009 through 4/26/2009 Time:  During Art City Austin festival 4/25/2009 through 4/26/2009Location: Various locations throughout the Art City Austin festivalRegistration: http://www.eastsidecafeaustin.com/recyclingchallenge/index.html

Quilombo Community Garden Workday
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

 Quilombo Community Garden Workday04/25/2009   Quilombo, a community garden on the east side, is looking for help in making this season a bountiful one! Quilombo is entirely volunteer run, and works with a minimum of funds.  Please join volunteers on Saturdays, to come together four hours before sunset and put energy into the garden in exchange for vegetables. Find out more at www.quilombogardens.org. Date:  Saturday, April 25th Time:  Four hours before sunset ( approx. 4:00pm -8:00pm) Location: 5606 Harold Court Austin, TX 78721 Contact: Julia Bonnheim ( 214-998-9449) or Megan Barbour (512-422-6327) 
04 / 26
Eastside Café and Art Alliance Austin Recycling Challenge during Art City Austin Festival
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 04/25/2009 - 09:00
End: 04/26/2009 - 17:00

 Eastside Café and Art Alliance Austin Recycling Challenge during Art City Austin Festival04/25/2009 through 4/26/2009Art Alliance Austin (est. 1956) and Eastside Café want to make Art City Austin the greenest art festival the city has ever seen and they need your help.  Your non-profit group can win prizes of up to $1000 by manning recycling stations set up throughout the festival beginning at City Hall and stretching a half mile down Cesar Chavez.Date:  4/25/2009 through 4/26/2009 Time:  During Art City Austin festival 4/25/2009 through 4/26/2009Location: Various locations throughout the Art City Austin festivalRegistration: http://www.eastsidecafeaustin.com/recyclingchallenge/index.html

Recycle during the Purple Stride Austin 5K
Start: 7:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

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Recycle during the Purple Stride Austin 5K 04/26/2009   The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is preparing for its inaugural 5K.  All money will be donated to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network to raise awareness, support patients and create hope for everyone affected by Pancreatic Cancer.  Volunteers are needed to help event organizers make sure recycling runs smoothly!   Free parking is available at the park.  Anyone interested in participating by running/walking or volunteering, can sign HERE   Date:  4/26/2009 Time:  7:00am – 12:00pm Location: Southwest Williamson County Regional Park                                                                     3005 Country Road 175 Leander, TX 787641 Contact: Emily Peppers at emilyapeppers@gmail.com
04 / 27
Cast Your Vote
Start: 8:00 am
Start: 04/27/2009 - 08:00
End: 04/30/2009 - 20:00

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Cast Your VoteKeep Austin Beautiful submitted an award entry for “Show Your Impact” design contest. The contest is hosted by Tech Soup and Adobe who provide nonprofits with discounted software. The software has enabled KAB to raise the bar of our organizations image and to produce much of its graphics in house allowing us to direct our monies towards services that directly impact you. Here’s the twist…The judging will be conducted in two rounds. The first round of judging will be performed by the community, ie YOU. Community judging is open from April 17 to April 30. This community will select the top 10% from each category to move onto the final round of judging.Please show your support of KAB and its education programming by visiting: http://www.showyourimpact.org/gallery and “starring” our Patch Pals Education program. Hopefully, after viewing the other entries you will agree that our program is comprehensive, educational, engaging and for the purposes of this contest also visually appealing. Thank you for your support!
04 / 28
Cast Your Vote
(all day)
Start: 04/27/2009 - 08:00
End: 04/30/2009 - 20:00

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Cast Your VoteKeep Austin Beautiful submitted an award entry for “Show Your Impact” design contest. The contest is hosted by Tech Soup and Adobe who provide nonprofits with discounted software. The software has enabled KAB to raise the bar of our organizations image and to produce much of its graphics in house allowing us to direct our monies towards services that directly impact you. Here’s the twist…The judging will be conducted in two rounds. The first round of judging will be performed by the community, ie YOU. Community judging is open from April 17 to April 30. This community will select the top 10% from each category to move onto the final round of judging.Please show your support of KAB and its education programming by visiting: http://www.showyourimpact.org/gallery and “starring” our Patch Pals Education program. Hopefully, after viewing the other entries you will agree that our program is comprehensive, educational, engaging and for the purposes of this contest also visually appealing. Thank you for your support!
04 / 29
Cast Your Vote
(all day)
Start: 04/27/2009 - 08:00
End: 04/30/2009 - 20:00

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Cast Your VoteKeep Austin Beautiful submitted an award entry for “Show Your Impact” design contest. The contest is hosted by Tech Soup and Adobe who provide nonprofits with discounted software. The software has enabled KAB to raise the bar of our organizations image and to produce much of its graphics in house allowing us to direct our monies towards services that directly impact you. Here’s the twist…The judging will be conducted in two rounds. The first round of judging will be performed by the community, ie YOU. Community judging is open from April 17 to April 30. This community will select the top 10% from each category to move onto the final round of judging.Please show your support of KAB and its education programming by visiting: http://www.showyourimpact.org/gallery and “starring” our Patch Pals Education program. Hopefully, after viewing the other entries you will agree that our program is comprehensive, educational, engaging and for the purposes of this contest also visually appealing. Thank you for your support!

Volunteer Orientation - Sustainable Food Center
Start: 5:30 pm
End: 6:30 pm

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Volunteer Orientation 04/29/2009 Print this event    Come join the Sustainable Food Center for our next Volunteer Orientation session. Learn about various opportunities, programs, and projects and how you can be involved! Hope to see you here. Please be prepared to fill out a Criminal Background Investigation form and pay a $10 administrative fee Date:  Wednesday, April 29  Time:  5:30pm – 6:30pmLocation: 1106 Clayton Lane                   Ste. 480 West Contact:  Please RSVP to rebecca@sustainablefoodcenter.org
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Cast Your Vote
End: 8:00 pm
Start: 04/27/2009 - 08:00
End: 04/30/2009 - 20:00

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Cast Your VoteKeep Austin Beautiful submitted an award entry for “Show Your Impact” design contest. The contest is hosted by Tech Soup and Adobe who provide nonprofits with discounted software. The software has enabled KAB to raise the bar of our organizations image and to produce much of its graphics in house allowing us to direct our monies towards services that directly impact you. Here’s the twist…The judging will be conducted in two rounds. The first round of judging will be performed by the community, ie YOU. Community judging is open from April 17 to April 30. This community will select the top 10% from each category to move onto the final round of judging.Please show your support of KAB and its education programming by visiting: http://www.showyourimpact.org/gallery and “starring” our Patch Pals Education program. Hopefully, after viewing the other entries you will agree that our program is comprehensive, educational, engaging and for the purposes of this contest also visually appealing. Thank you for your support!
05 / 1
Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
Start: 2:21 pm

  Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center. The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community. Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009 Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342

Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
Start: 2:22 pm
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 2
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342

Eastwoods Park – Invasive Plant Removal and Hands-On Workshop
Start: 9:00 am
End: 1:00 pm

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Eastwoods Park – Invasive Plant Removal and Hands-On Workshop05/02/2009 Eastwoods Park in central Austin is gearing up for its first pass of invasive plant removal.  Volunteers will be focus on the flat sections of the park to remove ligustrum and other invasive plants.  Ligustrum will be cut about knee height and moved to a brush pile.  This is in preparation for E-Corps coming in the following week to cut and treat stumps and chip the brush pile.   This is an Eastwoods Neighborhood Association supported and funded project. Austin Parks Foundation will conduct an invasive plant removal workshop and answer questions from 9:00am-10:00am.  Eco Texas will be present to answer questions and offer assistance.  Wildlife Center Eradicators will also be helping.Date:  Saturday, May 2nd, rain or shine  Time:  9:00am – 1:00pmLocation:  Eastwoods Park                   3001 Harris Park Ave, East Austin - 78702 Contact:    Sign up on the Austin Park Foundation website volunteer page:                   http://austinparks.org/volunteer.phpParking:    This park is near the University of Texas so parking may be tight.                                 *Watch for any restricted parking signs.

Grassland Restoration at Hays County Ranch
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:30 pm

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Grassland Restoration at Hays County Ranch05/02/2009Description:  This is the first time for a volunteer project on this property in over 3 years!  Help sow native savanna grass seeds on the 200 acres that was burned in March.  You can be the one to say “I planted that Indiangrass”   Date:  Saturday, May 02nd Time:  9:00am -12:30pmLocation: Near intersectin of FM 967 and FM 1626 near Buda.  Directions will be sent upon registration.Contact:  To volunteer contact daniel.dietz@ci.austin.tx.us or call 263-6443.

Pecan Street Festival
Start: 10:00 am
Start: 05/02/2009 - 10:00
End: 05/03/2009 - 22:00

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Pecan Street Festival05/02/2009 -05/03/2009 Please help divert TONS of waste at the Pecan Street Festival and help organizers reach their goal to make it the GREENEST street festival in town!  The Pecan Street Festival can seriously cut down on the impact from the festival, AND educate the 200-300,000 participants who come out to enjoy the festival.  This is the largest effort of its kind; all typical items will be recycled--and composting is being offered as well! Date:  Saturday & Sunday May 2nd and 3rd  Time:  10:00am – 10:00pmLocation:  Downtown (78701) along 6th St between I-35 and Congress Ave.  Environmental Volunteer Check In at 7th and Neches Parking:  free in metered spots; under the I-35 overpass between 6th and 8th Streets; paid garage and lot parking.  Contact:  Debbie, "EnviroGrrl" at staff@oldpecanstreetfestival.com  --  Please email Debbie your preferred time for helping Saturday and/or Sunday, in 3 hour increments, from 10am-1pm; 1-4pm; 4-7pm; or 7-10pm.  If you can't work during those specific times, can't commit to a full 3 hours or would like to do more than 3 hours (they'd certainly welcome it!), alert organizers and they'll arrange accordingly.Note: Dress/pack for weather: hats, sunscreen, personal water bottle or Camelback for hands-free helping; we will provide t-shirts or a patch to pin onto yours to designate you as a volunteer.  Feel free to dress (and act!) animated to help engage participants in the efforts. Let's make this FUN!As a thank you, organizers will provide food and drink tickets and you'll be eligible for a raffle for free Esther's Follies tickets! 

Quilombo Community Garden Workday
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Quilombo Community Garden Workday 05/02/2009   Quilombo, a community garden on the east side, is looking for help in making this season a bountiful one! Quilombo is entirely volunteer run, and works with a minimum of funds.  Please join volunteers on Saturdays, to come together four hours before sunset and put energy into the garden in exchange for vegetables. Find out more at www.quilombogardens.org. Date:  Saturday, May 2nd Time:  Four hours before sunset ( approx. 4:00pm -8:00pm) Location: 5606 Harold Court Austin, TX 78721 Contact: Julia Bonnheim ( 214-998-9449) or Megan Barbour (512-422-6327)

Deloney Street Community Garden
Start: 10:00 pm

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Deloney Street Community Garden05/02/2009 Help the gardeners at this fledgling community garden till more bed space, finish up the water catchment roof, trash and brush pick-up/creek-side restoration, line the garden pathway and meet the garden's neighbors. Date:  Saturday, May 2nd Time:  All day from 10amLocation: Take East 12th street east past Airport Boulevard. Deloney Street is the 3rd Street on the left.  From Springdale Road, take East 12th west, and Deloney Street is the 4th street on the right. Contact:   If you'd like more information or have questions about the garden, visit: deloneygarden@riseup.net  or contact Simon Z at 470-9818. There's no need to RSVP for this event--just head over to the garden!
05 / 3
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342

Pecan Street Festival
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End: 05/03/2009 - 22:00

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Pecan Street Festival05/02/2009 -05/03/2009 Please help divert TONS of waste at the Pecan Street Festival and help organizers reach their goal to make it the GREENEST street festival in town!  The Pecan Street Festival can seriously cut down on the impact from the festival, AND educate the 200-300,000 participants who come out to enjoy the festival.  This is the largest effort of its kind; all typical items will be recycled--and composting is being offered as well! Date:  Saturday & Sunday May 2nd and 3rd  Time:  10:00am – 10:00pmLocation:  Downtown (78701) along 6th St between I-35 and Congress Ave.  Environmental Volunteer Check In at 7th and Neches Parking:  free in metered spots; under the I-35 overpass between 6th and 8th Streets; paid garage and lot parking.  Contact:  Debbie, "EnviroGrrl" at staff@oldpecanstreetfestival.com  --  Please email Debbie your preferred time for helping Saturday and/or Sunday, in 3 hour increments, from 10am-1pm; 1-4pm; 4-7pm; or 7-10pm.  If you can't work during those specific times, can't commit to a full 3 hours or would like to do more than 3 hours (they'd certainly welcome it!), alert organizers and they'll arrange accordingly.Note: Dress/pack for weather: hats, sunscreen, personal water bottle or Camelback for hands-free helping; we will provide t-shirts or a patch to pin onto yours to designate you as a volunteer.  Feel free to dress (and act!) animated to help engage participants in the efforts. Let's make this FUN!As a thank you, organizers will provide food and drink tickets and you'll be eligible for a raffle for free Esther's Follies tickets! 

Clean-up and Trail-building at Oak Springs Water Quality Preserve
Start: 9:30 am
End: 2:00 pm

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Clean-up and Trail-building at Oak Springs Water Quality Preserve05/03/2009 Join PODER, Austin Bible, and Booker T/Oak Springs Neighbors in a clean-up of the creek and help expand the trail on Oak Springs Dr.  Enjoy the incredible progress made at this beautiful 6-acre urban preserve in East Austin! Lunch Served.   Date:  Sunday, May 3rd Time:  9:30am -2:00pmLocation: Oak Springs Water Quality Preserve, 3160 Oak Springs Dr, 78702 (at the corner of Aiport Blvd, one block southeast of E. 12th - East Austin  Contact:   Carmen Llanes 633 4312, poder-texas.org PODER office 472-9921
05 / 4
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 5
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 6
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 7
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342

Vol Op: Water Week Fest
Start: 9:00 am
Start: 05/07/2009 - 09:00
End: 05/08/2009 - 14:00

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Water Week Fest05/07/2009 and 05/08/09Teach 5th and 6th graders about watersheds, the Edwards aquifer and the Water Quality Protections Lands.  Volunteers are needed to staff the watershed model that shows how wildlands can benefit water quality.  For more information visit: http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/water/wildland/onlineregistration/ecowebevents.cfmDate:  Thursday and Friday, May 07th and May 8th (work one day, or work them both) Time:  9:00am -2:00pmLocation: Travis County Expo Center. Contact:  daniel.dietz@ci.austin.tx.us or call 263-6443 
05 / 8
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342

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Water Week Fest05/07/2009 and 05/08/09Teach 5th and 6th graders about watersheds, the Edwards aquifer and the Water Quality Protections Lands.  Volunteers are needed to staff the watershed model that shows how wildlands can benefit water quality.  For more information visit: http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/water/wildland/onlineregistration/ecowebevents.cfmDate:  Thursday and Friday, May 07th and May 8th (work one day, or work them both) Time:  9:00am -2:00pmLocation: Travis County Expo Center. Contact:  daniel.dietz@ci.austin.tx.us or call 263-6443 

Vol Op: Mother Earth Day Festival at the Springs
Start: 9:00 am
End: 1:00 pm

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Mother Earth Day Festival at the Springs 05/08/09 Mother Earth Day at the Springs is at Zilker Park, focusing on Barton Springs.  Help out this wonderful outdoor environmental festival with lots of music, art, nature activities and fun!  This is event will entertain a lot of youngsters.  It is sponsored by City of Austin Cultural Arts Division and will feature a lot of Austin environmental groups.Check the new web site: MotherEarthDayFest.net  And thank you! Date:  Saturday, May 8th Time:  9:00am -1:00pm, plus prep and take downLocation: Zilker Park at 2100 Barton Springs Road, 78746 Contact: Contact Bill Oliver:  MrHabitat@aol.com; 350-4110.  
05 / 9
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342

Wild Basin Workday
Start: 8:00 am
End: 12:30 pm

 WildBasin Workday2nd Saturday of Each Month   Like to get dirty, work hard, and have fun? Then join us for trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, revegetation, erosion control, and other land management projects on the second Saturday of each month.   Date: 2nd Saturday of every month Time:  8:30am-12:00pm Location:  Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve, 805 N. Capitol of TX Hwy (West Austin-78746)  Contact:  For more details, email hike@wildbasin.org or call 512-327-7622, ext 17. Note: Wear hiking boots or sturdy shoes and long pants with a long-sleeved shirt; bring bottled water and gloves, plus a day/fanny pack to carry personal items. You need your hands free! Dress for the weather: hat & sunscreen for solar protection; raincoat/light jacket if it's chilly or raining lightly. We don't go out in thunderstorm conditions. Website: www.wildbasin.org

Together Green Hornsby Bend Workday
Start: 8:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

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Together Green Hornsby Bend Workday05/09/2009 Help to install native landscaping around unique bird observation area.  Snacks and drinks provided – children and families welcome! Date:  Saturday, May 9th Time:  8:00am -12:00pmLocation: Hornsby Bend at the Center for Environmental Research 2210 FM 973, Austin, TX 78725 - East Austin  Contact: Call the Travis Audubon Society ( 512-300-BIRD)

Time for a Little Spring Cleaning
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

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Time for a Little Spring Cleaning05/09/2009 Everyday people dump trash into lakes, rivers, and streams. Now it’s time to clean it up. Join volunteers on Saturday, May 9th at Mansfield Dam Park at 10 a.m. to help make a difference in our community and to Keep Lake Travis Beautiful! Date:  Saturday May 9th  Time:  10:00am -12:00pmLocation: Mansfield Dam, 4370 Mansfield Dam Rd, Austin, TX 78734Contact:  Lauren Bender at 512-743-5612 or 512-266-2209

Quilombo Community Garden Workday
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

 Quilombo Community Garden Workday05/09/2009   Quilombo, a community garden on the east side, is looking for help in making this season a bountiful one! Quilombo is entirely volunteer run, and works with a minimum of funds.  Please join volunteers on Saturdays, to come together four hours before sunset and put energy into the garden in exchange for vegetables. Find out more at www.quilombogardens.org. Date:  Saturday, May 9th Time:  Four hours before sunset (approx. 4:00pm -8:00pm) Location: 5606 Harold Court Austin, TX 78721 Contact: Julia Bonnheim ( 214-998-9449) or Megan Barbour (512-422-6327)
05 / 10
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342

Green Teens Garden Workday
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

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Green Teens Garden Workday5/10/2009Youth in KAB's Green Teens after-school environmental education program have been active learning about organic gardening, composting, beneficial bugs and then applying their knowledge by creating and maintaining vegetable and native plant gardens. However recent rains have sprouted lots of weeds and we need your help! If you find weeding therapeutic then join us this Sunday for a zen day of weeding at the garden.Date: Sunday, May 10th     Time:  9am-12:00pmLocation:  Kealing Middle School Garden located across the street from the front entrance of Kealing Middle School (1607 Pennsylvania Avenue, 78702)To REGISTER please email monica@keepaustinbeautiful.org or call 512.391.0619.Note: all project supplies including tools and gloves will be provided. Please bring a water bottle.

KAB Vol Opp: Kealing Garden Workday
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Youth in KAB's Green Teens after-school environmental education program have been active learning about organic gardening, composting, beneficial bugs and then applying their knowledge by creating and maintaining vegetable and native plant gardens. However recent rains have sprouted lots of weeds and we need your help! If you find weeding therapeutic then join us this Sunday for a zen day of weeding at the garden.Date: Sunday, May 10thTime: 9am-noonLocation: Kealing Middle School Garden located across the street from the front entrance of Kealing Middle School (1607 Pennsylvania Avenue, 78702)To REGISTER please email monica@keepaustinbeautiful.org or call 512.391.0619.Note: all project supplies including tools and gloves will be provided. Please bring a water bottle. 
05 / 11
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 12
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 13
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 14
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 15
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342
05 / 16
Vol Op: Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations
(all day)
Start: 05/01/2009 - 14:22
End: 06/30/2009 - 14:22

Tree of the Year 2009 Nominations06/30/2009 It’s time to send in your pick for “Tree of the Year 2009.” Nominations are due June 30th.  Each year, one large and one small tree within the Austin city limits will be recognized. Look for trees that are native, healthy and beautiful. A nomination form may be found at www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear. A form may also be picked up at local plant nurseries or the Zilker Garden Center.The winners will be chosen by a committee that includes representatives from Austin Energy, Parks and Recreation, Watershed Protection and Development Review, the University of Texas and the community.Date:  Nominations are due June 30th, 2009Contact:  www.cityofaustin.org/treeoftheyear or call (512) 482-5342

Eco Texas Bright Leaf Preserve Cleanup
Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

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Eco Texas Bright Leaf Preserve Cleanup5/16/2009Come to the Eco Texas volunteer days at Bright Leaf Preserve to help eliminate harmful invasive species such as bamboo and nandina. These invasives threaten to choke out native species which are essential to the well-being of the entire ecosystem through their rapid and widespread proliferation. Water and tools will be provided, bring only a good attitude. Date: Saturday, May 16th     Time:  9am-11:30amLocation:  Bright Leaf Preserve (come to the entrance at 4400 Crestway Drive) Contact:  For more details, or if you have any questions, please feel free to call Jordan at 512 695 2768 or email us at getinvolved@ecotx.orgNOTE: IF POSSIBLE, PLEASE RSVP TO GETINVOLVED@ECOTX.ORG SO THAT ECOTEXAS CAN UPDATE YOU ABOUT SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

North Loop Neighborhood Green
Start: 9:00 am
End: 10:00 am

 North Loop Neighborhood Green05/16/2009   Bruning Green is a neighbor-maintained green space that was established in 2001 and has been developed into a beautiful little public space with a butterfly bed, path, stone seating walls, and bench. It is very precious to the neighborhood and needs regular maintenance to keep it in top condition.  Volunteers are needed to help mulch the trees to prevent ground compaction and help retain water.    Date: Saturday, May 16th    Time:  9am-10am Location:  Bruning Green @ 52nd, Evans, and Bruning Avenue (N. Central Austin - 78751) Parking:  along neighborhood streets, please be courteous of neighbors and do not block driveways Contact:  Cindy Black at cindy@rickblack.net to volunteer Note:  bring gloves and your weeding tool of choice

Vol Op: Canoeing/Kayaking Cleanup
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:30 pm

Canoeing/Kayaking Cleanup05/16/2009 Join the Sierra Club and Austin Paddle Club in an effort to keep Lady Bird Lake free of debris!  Don’t own a boat?  No problem!  TG Canoes and Kayaks will provide one at no cost to cleanup participants.  TG Canoes and Kayaks needs to know how many boats to provide so please register by May 8th, 2009.  Led by Philip Russell & Phyllis Gruver.  Volunteers may go out to eat after the cleanup at a local restaurant. Date: Saturday, May 16th     Time:  9am-12:30pmLocation:  north shore of Lady Bird Lake at the Holiday Inn boat launch near I-35 (Central Austin – 78701)Register:  CLICK HERE (All donated canoe spots have been filled for this date.  Volunteers with their own boats are still welcome to register for this date.  You can also register online for the June 20th cleanup which still has donated boat space available.) Registration Deadline: May 8th, 2009 

Quilombo Community Garden Workday
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

 Quilombo Community Garden Workday05/16/2009   Quilombo, a community garden on the east side, is looking for help in making this season a bountiful one! Quilombo is entirely volunteer run, and works with a minimum of funds.  Please join volunteers on Saturdays, to come together four hours before sunset and put energy into the garden in exchange for vegetables. Find out more at www.quilombogardens.org. Date:  Saturday, May 16th Time:  Four hours before sunset (approx. 4:00pm -8:00pm) Location: 5606 Harold Court Austin, TX 78721 Contact: Julia Bonnheim ( 214-998-9449) or Megan Barbour (512-422-6327)
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