The 2016 Mobility Bond pop-in events kick off this weekend with 10 community outreach sessions open to the public, two of which will be held in the city council District 5. A number of other family-friendly events will be going on this weekend including a mini-living wall workshop at Articulture Designs and a luau at Gibson Street Bar.
Friday, Sept. 15
District 5 Community Outreach: 2016 Mobility Bond Corridor Program
The city of Austin is hosting 10 pop-in events along corridors slated to receive funding for transportation projects in an effort to educate residents about the 2016 Mobility Bond Program. Residents may submit feedback on the program and ask questions. Information will be provided in both English and Spanish. Free.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wheatsville Co-op, 4001 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin; 4:30-7 p.m. L.A. Fitness, 4001 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin.
www.austintexas.gov/corridormobility
Saturday, Sept. 16
World of Opportunities Expo: Making Cents of the System
The Expo, hosted by Marbridge, will provide parents the knowledge and assistance they need to effectively advocate on behalf of their children with special needs. Industry experts will be on site to talk with parents about the financial, legal and governmental considerations needed to provide long-term care for special needs individuals. Free.
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Marbridge Foundation, 2310 Bliss Spillar Road, Manchaca. 512-282-1144.
www.marbridge.org
Articulture Designs is hosting a mini living wall workshop this weekend.[/caption]
Make a Mini Living Wall
This class will teach how to make one of Articulture Designs' signature creations. Mimosas and materials, including a picture frame, plants and mosses, natural embellishments are included int he price. $55-75.
10:30 a.m.-noon. Articulture Designs, 6405 Manchaca Road, Austin. 512-762-5228.
www.articulturedesigns.com
Sunday, Sept. 17
Gibson Street Bar Luau
Gibson Street Bar is hosting a luau complete with tiki cocktails, a water slide and a pig roast via the Luke’s Inside Out food truck. The family-friendly event will also feature music and games. Free.
Noon-8 p.m. Gibson Street Bar, 1109 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin. 512-386-1345.
www.gibsonstreetbar.com
Food gardening is one of the many classes offered this fall at the SFC. Sunday, the organization will host a class preview event for interested students.[/caption]
Sustainable Food Center fall 2017 class preview
Staff will discuss and demonstrate a few of the lessons available this fall including home cooking, cooking with spices, sushi 101, beekeeping and Intro to Food Gardening. Those who register for fall classes during the event will receive a 15 percent discount. Attendance is free, but registration is required.
2-3:30 p.m. Sustainable Food Center, 2921 E. 17th Street, Bldg. C, Austin. 512-236-0074.
www.sustainablefoodcenter.org
Monet Maker series: latte bowl workshop
As part of the Monet Maker series, during this workshop participants will learn how to create a galaxy latte bowl. Included in the fee are all the supplies for pottery painting, private instruction, food and beverages. $40.
3-5 p.m. Cafe Monet, 4477 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin. 512-892-3200.
www.cafemonet.org
