Cedar Park and Leander residents can contribute to Hurricane Harvey recovery programs during Labor Day weekend.

1. Stop by Beachside Billy’s

Beachside Billy’s is holding a Beach To Beach Benefit event all weekend and will be donating 50 percent of revenues for Hurricane relief in Port Aransas and Rockport.

Starting 4 p.m. Friday, and 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Various prices. Beachside Billy’s, 16107 FM 2769, Volente. 512-258-5110. www.beachsidebillys.com

2. Donate to fund for school supplies

Texas Rural Education Association will distribute funds and supplies to schools in rural districts along the Texas coast, affected by Hurricane Harvey. Pam Waggoner, president of the Leander ISD board of trustees, is leading the charge to collect school supplies. Readers can learn more and find out how to donate.

3. Attend a benefit concert

Several benefit concerts take place throughout the Austin area this weekend that are raising money and supplies for nonprofits. Check out this list of 9 weekend benefit concerts.

4. Eat at a local restaurant supporting relief efforts

Numerous businesses in Cedar Park and Leander are collecting supplies and funds for victims and evacuees of Hurricane Harvey. Learn more.

5. Donate blood

Central Texas blood donations are in high demand after Hurricane Harvey. Eligible donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 115 pounds and be healthy to donate. Find out how to contribute. In other news…

6. Texting while driving ban goes into effect Friday

A new statewide texting-while-driving ban signed into law June 6 goes into effect this Friday, Sept. 1. Learn more.

7. MetroRail services canceled for Labor Day

Capital Metro's MetroRail is not running on Monday, Sept. 4 for Labor Day. 512-474-1200. www.capmetro.org