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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - austin-tx (food) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Austin Tattoo Invitational DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260901T060842Z UID:457826-1788480000-1788739199@365thingsaustin.com CATEGORIES:arts,drink,festival,food DESCRIPTION:The Austin Tattoo Invitational is a premier celebration of tat too artistry\, culture\, and creativity\, bringing hundreds of world-class tattoo artists from around the globe to Austin\, Texas\, September 4–6\ , 2026. Guests can experience exceptional live tattooing\, tattoo competit ions\, live painting\, artist interviews and podcasts\, airbrush tattoos f or all ages\, food trucks\, a full bar\, unique vendors\, collectibles\, a rtwork\, and merchandise available for purchase throughout the weekend. Ag es 16 and under enter free\, making ATI a fun experience for the entire fa mily. Whether you’re a tattoo collector\, an art lover\, or simply looki ng for a unique Austin experience\, there’s something for everyone. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060842Z LOCATION:Palmer Events Center 900 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX 78704 URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/event/austin-tattoo-invitational/ X-SOURCE-NAME:365 Things Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/austin-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Round Rock Market Days DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121928Z UID:10017067-1788598800-1788624000@goroundrock.com CATEGORIES:community,food,market,music DESCRIPTION:🎉 Shop Local\, Eat Well & Enjoy the Day in Round Rock\, TX\ nLooking for a fun and easy way to spend your weekend in Round Rock\, Texa s? 🛍️🌮 Round Rock Market Days is a favorite local event that bring s the community together for shopping\, great food\, live music\, and fami ly-friendly fun. Whether you live nearby or you’re just passing through\ , Market Days offers a lively\, welcoming experience that’s worth checki ng out. \n🏪 This is a recurring outdoor market that features local ven dors\, artisans\, and small businesses from across Central Texas. It’s a relaxed place to stroll\, browse\, and discover unique items you won’t find anywhere else\, including:\n🖐️ Handmade crafts and thoughtful gi fts \n🕯️ Candles\, artwork\, and home décor \n👗 Boutique clothing and accessories \n💍 Jewelry and custom-made pieces \n🍯 Specialty fo ods and sweet treats \nIt’s the perfect spot to find something special w hile supporting talented local makers. \n \n⭐ Why Visit?\nMarket Days is about more than shopping—it’s about enjoying the moment and connectin g with the community 🎶👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 \nHere’s what makes i t special: \n🛒 A great mix of local vendors and small businesses \n🍔 Food trucks and delicious treats for every craving \n🎵 Live music and entertainment throughout the day \n🎈 Kid-friendly activities the whole family can enjoy \n🤝 A warm\, welcoming atmosphere that keeps people co ming back \n📍 A Great Weekend Activity in Round Rock\, TX\nConveniently located in Round Rock\, Market Days is an easy and enjoyable way to spend your weekend. Many visitors make a day of it by visiting nearby restauran ts\, parks\, and local attractions before or after the market. \nIt’s al so a great place to meet the makers behind the products\, hear their stori es\, and discover new local businesses you’ll want to support long after the event 💙. \n💛 Support Local\nWhen you shop at Round Rock Market Days\, you’re doing more than just buying something you love. You’re s upporting local entrepreneurs\, small businesses\, and the community as a whole 🌱. Every visit helps strengthen the local economy and keeps these events thriving. \n📅 Plan Your Visit\nRound Rock Market Days takes pla ce on select weekends throughout the year. Dates\, times\, and vendor line ups can vary\, so be sure to check the official website or social media pa ges for the latest updates before you go. \nIf you’re searching for Roun d Rock events\, local markets in Round Rock\, or fun things to do this wee kend\, it deserves a spot at the top of your list 🎉 LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121928Z LOCATION:Prete Main Street Plaza\, 221 East Main St\, Round Rock\, TX\, 78 664 URL:https://goroundrock.com/events/round-rock-market-days-2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Round Rock TX X-SOURCE-URL:https://goroundrock.com/events/nagva-austin-summerfest-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001521-1788598800-1788613200@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Camp East Vintage Market DTSTART:20260906T160000Z DTEND:20260906T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T181800Z UID:458365-1788692400-1788699600@365thingsaustin.com CATEGORIES:community,drink,food,market,music DESCRIPTION:15 local vintage & artisan vendors\nDj Noé spinning tunes\nHo tdog vendor\nLabor Day activities for kids & adults\nFree wine samples\nTa ttoos LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181800Z LOCATION:Camp East URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/event/camp-east-vintage-market/ X-SOURCE-NAME:365 Things Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/austin-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Labor Day Weekend Luau at Vista Brewing DTSTART:20260906T190000Z DTEND:20260906T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060842Z UID:457062-1788703200-1788710400@365thingsaustin.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the end of summer with a Luau in the Hill Country! K alua pork\, island-inspired beer & cocktails\, live music and more! \nTO-G O BEER SPECIAL: Buy two 4-packs\, get a free pint of Adair Lager. \nWear y our favorite aloha shirt! Free leis for the first 100 guests. \n2 – 4 pm The Avocados (Surf Rock from Austin\, TX) \nSpecials – til sold out \nK ahula Pork Plate: lucious Hawiian-style pulled pork served with classic si des. \nThe Dole Whip IPA: Coconut-Pineapple Hazy IPA \nTexas Mai Tai – i n the mood for a tropical cocktail?! This blend of lime\, orange\, pineapp le & orgeat gives island vibes! \nFamily & Dog Friendly LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060842Z LOCATION:Vista Brewing URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/event/labor-day-weekend-luau-at-vista-brew ing/ X-SOURCE-NAME:365 Things Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/austin-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Omni Barton Creek’s Barton Fest DTSTART:20260906T220000Z DTEND:20260907T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060842Z UID:457224-1788714000-1788721200@365thingsaustin.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:This Labor Day Weekend\, discover Texas Hill Country’s vibra nt culture at Omni Barton Creek’s Barton Fest. Throughout the evening\, guests can enjoy gourmet bites from Omni Barton Creek’s distinct restaur ants\, sips from local breweries\, specialty goods from a variety of local shopping vendors\, family-friendly fun at Barton’s Kid Zone\, and live music from Austin-based artist Katrina Cane.\nAdmission is free and open t o the public\, but one parking pass per vehicle is required for entry. Foo d and drink tickets are also sold separately and available for purchase on the resort’s website. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060842Z LOCATION:Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa: 8212 Barton Club Drive\, Austin\, Texas\, 78735 URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/event/celebrate-labor-day-weekend-at-omni- barton-creeks-barton-fest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:365 Things Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/austin-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Labor Day Brunch at The Peacock DTSTART:20260907T140000Z DTEND:20260907T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120848Z UID:124631-1788764400-1788796800@www.properhotel.com CATEGORIES:food LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120848Z LOCATION:The Peacock\, 600 W 2nd Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United Sta tes URL:https://www.properhotel.com/event/labor-day-brunch-at-the-peacock/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Proper Hotels and Residences X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.properhotel.com/austin/meetings-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Labor Day Brunch at La Piscina DTSTART:20260907T180000Z DTEND:20260907T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120848Z UID:124636-1788778800-1788796800@www.properhotel.com CATEGORIES:food LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120848Z LOCATION:La Piscina\, 600 W 2nd St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States URL:https://www.properhotel.com/event/labor-day-brunch-at-la-piscina/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Proper Hotels and Residences X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.properhotel.com/austin/meetings-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TAHP Food For Thought DTSTART:20260909T150000Z DTEND:20260909T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260723T124625Z UID:2qiffj14d8kstu92id1sl28cif@google.com CATEGORIES:civic,food DESCRIPTION:Legislative Conference Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T124625Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Capitol LCC X-SOURCE-URL:https://tspb.texas.gov/plan/events/tcapcal.html END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Breaking Bread Dinner Series: Mimi Cheng DTSTART:20260910T223000Z DTEND:20260911T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060842Z UID:456780-1789061400-1789068600@365thingsaustin.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Join Emmer & Rye to “break bread” with celebrated chefs. T he next guest chef in the series is Johnny Curiel of Alteño\, who will be serving special\, one-night-only dishes alongside the standard dinner men u. \nReservations for Emmer & Rye’s Breaking Bread Guest Chef Series are available on OpenTable from 5:30 to 10 p.m.\, with walk-ins welcome as sp ace allows. For more information on the series and to stay updated on addi tional chef announcements\, please visit www.emmerandrye.com or follow alo ng on Instagram at @emmerandrye. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060842Z LOCATION:Emmer & Rye | SkyHouse\, 51 Rainey St UNIT 110\, Austin\, TX 7870 1 URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/event/breaking-bread-dinner-series-mimi-ch eng-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:365 Things Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/austin-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SEF Dandiya 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTSTAMP:20260901T121928Z UID:10017674-1789171200-1789257599@goroundrock.com CATEGORIES:community,dance,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:The Round Rock Sports Center welcomes Sankara Eye Foundation ( SEF) Dandiya 2026. \nWhat to do in Round Rock while you’re here! \n\nCal ling all Garba & Dandiya lovers! Join in on the largest Dandiya celebratio n in the area and experience an unforgettable night of music\, dance\, cul ture\, and festive energy. Bring your friends\, family\, neighbors\, and c oworkers\, because the dance floor is waiting for you.\n\n\n\n Vibrant bea ts\n Non-stop Garba & Dandiya\n Colorful traditional attire\n Family-frien dly fun\n Amazing food & community vibes\nCheck out all of the hotel acco mmodations here in Round Rock. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121928Z LOCATION:Round Rock Sports Center\, 2400 Chisholm Trail Road\, Round Rock\ , TX\, United States URL:https://goroundrock.com/events/sef-dandiya-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Round Rock TX X-SOURCE-URL:https://goroundrock.com/events/nagva-austin-summerfest-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20260912T140000Z DTEND:20260912T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001522-1789203600-1789218000@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:56th Annual Fiesta Amistad DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260913T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121928Z UID:10018000-1789214400-1789255800@goroundrock.com CATEGORIES:community,festival,food DESCRIPTION:🎉🎶 Celebrate Community at the 56th Annual Fiesta Amistad in Round Rock!\nGet ready for one of Round Rock’s longest-running commu nity celebrations! 🌮🎵 The 56th Annual Fiesta Amistad brings together families\, friends\, and neighbors for a day filled with delicious food\, live entertainment\, cultural traditions\, and community spirit. \nHosted by the Round Rock El Amistad Club\, this annual fundraiser helps provide scholarships for local students while celebrating the rich heritage and di versity of the community. Since 1968\, the nonprofit organization has awar ded more than $2 million in scholarships to local graduates and continues to support education through events like Fiesta Amistad. \n \n\n🌟 What Is Fiesta Amistad?\nThe word “amistad” means friendship\, and that’s exactly what this beloved festival is all about. ❤️ \nVisitors can en joy a fun-filled day featuring: \n🎶 Live music and entertainment \n🌮 Authentic food vendors \n🛍️ Arts and craft booths \n🎨 Local artis ans \n👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly activities \n🤝 Community organ izations \nWhether you’re sampling local flavors\, shopping with vendors \, or enjoying live performances\, Fiesta Amistad offers something for all ages. \n\n❤️ Support Local Student Scholarships\nEvery visit helps ma ke a difference. \nThe Round Rock El Amistad Club is a nonprofit organizat ion dedicated to supporting local students through scholarships and commun ity outreach. Funds raised during Fiesta Amistad help the organization con tinue its mission of investing in the future of Round Rock’s youth. \n\n 🛍️ Interested in Becoming a Vendor or Sponsor?\nBusinesses\, nonprofi ts\, artisans\, food vendors\, and community organizations are invited to participate in this year’s celebration. \nOpportunities include: \n⭐ E vent Sponsorships \n🍔 Food Vendors \n🎨 Arts & Craft Booths \n🏢 Co mmercial Booths \n🎯 Community Organizations \nVendor applications and s ponsorship information are available through the Round Rock El Amistad Clu b website. \n\n🎉 Why You’ll Love Fiesta Amistad\nThis annual festival has become a favorite Central Texas tradition. \n✨ Festival Highlights \n\n🎶 Live entertainment\n🌮 Delicious food\n🛍️ Local shopping\n 🎨 Handmade arts and crafts\n👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly activiti es\n❤️ Support local scholarships\n🌟 Celebrate culture and communit y\n\n\n📅 Plan Your Visit\nFor event details\, schedules\, tickets (if a pplicable)\, sponsorship opportunities\, and vendor registration\, visit t he official Fiesta Amistad event page: \n🔗 56th Annual Fiesta Amistad LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121928Z LOCATION:Prete Main Street Plaza\, 221 East Main St\, Round Rock\, TX\, 78 664 URL:https://goroundrock.com/events/56th-annual-fiesta-amistad-round-rock/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Round Rock TX X-SOURCE-URL:https://goroundrock.com/events/nagva-austin-summerfest-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Luck on the Lawn DTSTART:20260912T220000Z DTEND:20260913T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T181800Z UID:458451-1789232400-1789239600@365thingsaustin.com CATEGORIES:community,drink,family,food,music DESCRIPTION:Join Bunkhouse Hotels and Luck Reunion on Saturday\, September 12 for Luck on the Lawn at Hotel Magdalena\, featuring free live music fr om Danny Golden and SANA SANA on the Bobbie Nelson Lawn. Guests of all age s are invited to bring the family and a blanket and enjoy a festive evenin g with food and alcoholic beverages available for purchase throughout the event. Doors open at 4 p.m.\, with paid parking available on-site. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181800Z LOCATION:Hotel Magdalena URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/event/luck-on-the-lawn/ X-SOURCE-NAME:365 Things Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/austin-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stefan Jackiw and Ensemble ATX DTSTART:20260913T003000Z DTEND:20260913T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T060842Z UID:457152-1789241400-1789248600@365thingsaustin.com CATEGORIES:drink,food,music DESCRIPTION:ATX Music opens its 2026–27 season with violinist Stefan Jac kiw\, Ensemble ATX and a site-specific installation by Beili Liu. The even ing at The Mansion includes dinner\, cocktails and an optional mixology ma sterclass before a program centered on Richard Strauss’s Metamorphosen a nd Mozart’s Divertimento in D major. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.\; the conce rt begins at 7:30 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T060842Z LOCATION:The Mansion\, 2312 San Gabriel St.\, Austin\, TX 78705 URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/event/stefan-jackiw-and-ensemble-atx/ X-SOURCE-NAME:365 Things Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/austin-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Uchibā Austin's September Uncommon Ramen features Guest Chef Dax Corpus DTSTART:20260914T210000Z DTEND:20260915T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T061836Z UID:458304-1789401600-1789423200@365thingsaustin.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Uncommon Ramen is a monthly series at Uchibā that typically t akes place on the first Monday of the month and features innovative ramen dishes developed in-house or in collaboration with guest chefs. Due to the Labor Day holiday\, September’s edition has been moved to Monday\, Sept ember 14\, and features a menu created by Chef Dax Corpus of Uchibā Austi n. Born and raised in Texas’ Rio Grande Valley\, the 28-year-old chef wi ll showcase a duck-focused ramen alongside a vegetarian corn shoyu ramen a nd a selection of specialty dishes. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T061836Z LOCATION:Uchibā Austin URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/event/uchiba-austins-september-uncommon-ra men-features-guest-chef-dax-corpus/ X-SOURCE-NAME:365 Things Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://365thingsaustin.com/austin-farmers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TAMALES DTSTART:20260917T163000Z DTEND:20260917T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180146Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52379194906466 CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Register here: Meeting Registration - Zoom LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180146Z URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/tamales X-SOURCE-NAME:Texas Today: UT Events & Announcements Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/bass_concert_hall_performing_arts _center_pac_304 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001523-1789808400-1789822800@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Allied Member Roundtable "At the Table" Event with Arete Kitchens + Closets DTSTART:20260924T233000Z DTEND:20260925T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T011625Z UID:10006495-1790274600-1790285400@calendar.aiaaustin.org CATEGORIES:community,drink,food,music DESCRIPTION:Join ARETE Kitchens + Closets and AIA Austin Allied Member Rou ndtable for an evening celebrating the spaces\, craftsmanship\, and shared experiences that bring us together! This event features a Michelin-starre d culinary experience by LeRoy & Lewis Barbeque and craft cocktails by Dri pping Springs Distilling. There will be live music performed by Mel Davis. We hope to see you there! \nThis event is open to all AIA-members along w ith other industry professionals. Registration is required to attend\, and free valet parking is available on-site. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T011625Z URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/allied-member-roundtable-at-the-t able-event-with-arete-kitchens-closets/ X-SOURCE-NAME:AIA Austin Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.aiaaustin.org/event/bec-austin-symposium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001524-1790413200-1790427600@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-09-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:UTLA Week: Taco Mixer DTSTART:20261001T220000Z DTEND:20261002T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T180006Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53859333782623 CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Talk about all things entertainment industry at the final even t of UTLA Week: a taco mixer with alumni\, staff and other students intere sted in making it in Hollywood! Start making connections\, learn more abou t Los Angeles and enjoy tacos on the CMA Plaza.\n \n\nCheck out other UTLA Week events:\n\nUTLA Information SessionMonday\, September 28\, 12-1 p.m. in DMC 5.102UTLA Panel and Networking with AlumniTuesday\, Sept. 29\, 5-6 :30 p.m. in DMC 1.202 LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T180006Z LOCATION:Jesse H. Jones Communication Center - Building A (CMA)\, CMA Plaz a URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/utla-week-taco-mixer X-SOURCE-NAME:Texas Today: UT Events & Announcements Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/bass_concert_hall_performing_arts _center_pac_304 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20261003T140000Z DTEND:20261003T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001525-1791018000-1791032400@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-10-03/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TAHP Food For Thought DTSTART:20261006T150000Z DTEND:20261006T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260723T124625Z UID:2ejoteb0vhu9goff8bpdrvv38c@google.com CATEGORIES:civic,food DESCRIPTION:Legislative Conference Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T124625Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Capitol LCC X-SOURCE-URL:https://tspb.texas.gov/plan/events/tcapcal.html END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Flavors of West Austin DTSTART:20261006T230000Z DTEND:20261007T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T061635Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53382420776290 CATEGORIES:arts,community,drink,food DESCRIPTION:Flavors of West Austin 2026\nOct 6\, 2026 · 6–9 PM · Conco rdia University\, Austin TX\nTaste small bites from 20 local restaurants\, sip a local beer or wine\, browse 20+ artisan vendors\, get a caricature drawn with friends\, and vote for your favorite dish of the night — all on Concordia's gorgeous campus. A portion of proceeds benefits Reveal Reso urce Center\, a local food pantry and clothes closet. Early bird tickets a re $40 through Aug 8 (then $50). Get yours before prices go up. LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T061635Z LOCATION:Concordia University\, Courtyard URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/flavors-of-west-austin X-SOURCE-NAME:Texas Today: UT Events & Announcements Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/bass_concert_hall_performing_arts _center_pac_304 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20261010T140000Z DTEND:20261010T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001526-1791622800-1791637200@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-10-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20261017T140000Z DTEND:20261017T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001527-1792227600-1792242000@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-10-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TAMALES DTSTART:20261017T163000Z DTEND:20261017T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180146Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52379194920803 CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Register here: Meeting Registration - Zoom LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180146Z URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/tamales X-SOURCE-NAME:Texas Today: UT Events & Announcements Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/bass_concert_hall_performing_arts _center_pac_304 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20261024T140000Z DTEND:20261024T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001528-1792832400-1792846800@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-10-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seasonal WIC Incentive DTSTART:20261031T140000Z DTEND:20261031T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000606Z UID:10001529-1793437200-1793451600@sustainablefoodcenter.org CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sixteen participants complete third six-week nutrition educati on cohort in Houston \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOUSTON\, TEXAS — Sustainable Food Center (SFC) marked a milestone o n August 20 with the graduation of the third Houston cohort of The Happ y Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre (THK/LCA)\, continuing the program’s expans ion beyond Central Texas. Sixteen participants completed six weeks of han ds-on cooking and nutrition education through virtual classes before gathe ring in person for their final class and graduation celebration\, where th ey shared a meal\, received certificates\, and took home cooking kits.  S ince launching in Houston in February 2026 as a free\, peer-led\, bilin gual class series\, THK/LCA has been led by trained facilitators from Su stainable Food Center’s established Central Texas program. Many of th ese facilitators are THK/LCA graduates and traveled to Houston to he lp launch the city’s first cohorts. With three cohorts now complete\ , a growing number of participants are positioned to become local facilit ators\, helping expand THK/LCA’s reach across Houston.  \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Houston’s expansion has been supported by a network of 24 Spanish-speaki ng\, 8 bilingual\, and 11 English-speaking THK/LCA facilitators. Organize rs plan to train additional graduates as facilitators\, further expandin g the network and building a sustainable model that will allow THK/LCA to reach more communities across Houston.  The graduates’ experiences illu strate the program’s reach. Dolores\, who joined through Cities for Bett er Health Houston\, brought her sister\, granddaughters\, and friends from her church into the class alongside her.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We got involved through Cities fo r Better Health Houston. I invited my sister\, my granddaughters\, and a c ouple of people from church to join us\, and we've really enjoyed all the classes\," Dolores said. "I'm looking forward to using some of the menus\, getting my cookbook organized for the holidays\, and maybe even growing s ome plants." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n Another graduate\, Gloria Jackson\, said meeting the program’s facilitators in person for the first time at graduation\, after six weeks of virtual classes\, added a new dimension t o the experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "It was one thing to participate in Zoom\, but being face-to -face with the people who created the recipes\, prepared the food\, and sh owed us the process was amazing\," Gloria said. "I'm not someone who usual ly cooks\, but they give you options for making better choices with the fo od you eat. I've learned that information is power." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A third participant\, Chef Nettie\, viewed the class through a generat ional lens\, seeing it as an opportunity to help younger children in her c ommunity build a healthier relationship with food before habits take hold.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n " It's very educational\, and I believe it's something we need in our commun ity\, especially to teach our children how to eat healthier so they can gr ow up healthier and stay healthy throughout their lives\," Chef Nettie sai d. "The entire program and educational experience are excellent and very m uch needed today." \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community partners echoed tha t sense of urgency. Dr. Maricela Cáceres\, Program Manager for Cities for Better Health Houston\, described THK/LCA as a unique and much-needed res ource in the local nutrition education landscape. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "We're incredibly excited a bout this program! "Its comprehensive 6 weeks adult education model fills a unique gap that standard nutrition programs don't address"\, Dr. Cácere s said. "The Cities for Better Health Houston Faith Health Leadership coho rt found a very valuable resource in The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre\ , and we're grateful to the Seventh-day Adventist Church for connecting us with Sustainable Food Center. We look forward to continuing to promote th e program and helping expand its reach across Houston” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n That community-led a pproach gives the program its lasting impact\, building a growing network of facilitators and community advocates who can carry THK/LCA forward in t heir own neighborhoods while expanding access to nutrition education acros s Houston.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Help us spread these stories. For media requests and inquiries\, email msegura @sustainablefoodcenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000606Z LOCATION:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley\, 3200 Jones Rd.\, Austin\ , TX URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/seasonal-wic-incenti ve/2026-10-31/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Sustainable Food Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/farmers-market END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:40th Annual Austin Wine Auction & Gala Weekend DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTSTAMP:20260730T112446Z UID:10000034-1793923200-1794095999@winefoodfoundation.org CATEGORIES:drink,food DESCRIPTION:Experience an unforgettable weekend of culinary excellence and giving back with the Austin Wine & Food Foundation! We’re kicking thing s off Friday with our Featured Winemaker Luncheon\, featuring some of the best offerings by our Featured Winemaker Chris Carpenter of Cardinale. Sat urday starts with our famous Wine Auction followed by a Gala. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T112446Z URL:https://winefoodfoundation.org/event/40th-annual-austin-wine-auction-g ala-weekend/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Wine & Food Foundation X-SOURCE-URL:https://winefoodfoundation.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Dinner Afterparty DTSTART:20261108T033000Z DTEND:20261108T053000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T003120Z UID:37142-1794087000-1794087000@thecontemporaryaustin.org CATEGORIES:arts,dance,food,music DESCRIPTION:Where Austin’s art world meets after dark. \nFollowing Art D inner 2026\, The Contemporary Austin’s signature benefit\, the Afterpart y brings together artists\, art lovers\, creatives\, and the culturally cu rious for an all-inclusive late-night experience under the stars at Laguna Gloria. \nThis year’s Lunar Laguna theme transforms the grounds into a starlit world of art\, music\, fashion\, and dancing\, with every ticket s upporting The Contemporary’s exhibitions and education programs.\n \nTh e evening features: \nA high-energy lineup of Austin DJs\nAn open bar and late-night bites\nOne-night-only — discover and bid on artworks\nComplim entary valet parking LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T003120Z LOCATION:Laguna Gloria\, 3809 West 35th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, Uni ted States URL:https://thecontemporaryaustin.org/event/art-dinner-afterparty-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Contemporary Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecontemporaryaustin.org/press-room/releases/the-con temporary-austin-and-grayduck-gallery-present-nine-austin-artists-in-the-c ulminating-exhibition-of-the-contemporary-austins-crit-group-2016 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Take a Break Book Group Topic:Food DTSTART:20261113T190000Z DTEND:20261113T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260723T124634Z UID:5okjtovuromom696an3vu0ap4p@google.com CATEGORIES:food,literary LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T124634Z LOCATION:Malone Specialty Coffee\, 14735 Bratton Ln #210\, Austin\, TX 787 28\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:Wells Branch Community Library Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wblibrary.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Texas Book Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTSTAMP:20260821T004015Z UID:37125-1794614400-1794787199@thecontemporaryaustin.org CATEGORIES:festival,food,literary DESCRIPTION:The Contemporary Austin is pleased to be a participating venue for the 31st Texas Book Festival. \nThe Texas Book Festival\, the largest book event in the state and one of the premier book festivals in the coun try\, returns to downtown Austin on Nov 14–15 (Sat–Sun)! Free and open to all\, the Festival will feature a star-studded lineup of more than 275 of the year’s leading writers\, engaging panel discussions and programs across genres\, family activities\, book signings\, cooking demonstration s\, local food trucks\, an exhibitor marketplace\, and the popular Saturda y night Lit Crawl. Learn more at Texasbookfestival.org. \nNestled within t he festival's downtown footprint\, gather at the Jones Center for intimate conversations between authors and readers. Capacity is limited to 50 gues ts per session. \nFestival goers are welcome to explore our downtown locat ion\, attend a conversation\, and spend time with the art on view. \nSeati ng for the Texas Book Festival programs are first come\, first served. Pla n to arrive early and check in at front desk to secure a seat. \nAdmission to the galleries is free and open throughout the weekend. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T004015Z LOCATION:Jones Center\, 700 Congress Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701 URL:https://thecontemporaryaustin.org/event/texas-book-festival-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Contemporary Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecontemporaryaustin.org/press-room/releases/the-con temporary-austin-and-grayduck-gallery-present-nine-austin-artists-in-the-c ulminating-exhibition-of-the-contemporary-austins-crit-group-2016 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TAMALES DTSTART:20261117T173000Z DTEND:20261117T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180146Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52379194934116 CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Register here: Meeting Registration - Zoom LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180146Z URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/tamales X-SOURCE-NAME:Texas Today: UT Events & Announcements Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/bass_concert_hall_performing_arts _center_pac_304 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Food\, Friends\, and The Living Table with Tanya Zal Programmed in conjunction with The Living Temple: The World of Moki Cherry DTSTART:20261122T220000Z DTEND:20261123T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T004021Z UID:37224-1795363200-1795370400@thecontemporaryaustin.org CATEGORIES:arts,community,food DESCRIPTION:Moki Cherry's artistic practice went beyond artmaking\, it was a means of bringing people together. She welcomed people into her home as a gathering place for music\, food\, craft\, and community. \nIn that sam e spirit\, we're partnering with Austin artist Tanya Zal\, who has reimagi ned a hearth as a communal sculpture in her work Earth Oven at MASS Galler y. Zal will host an afternoon rooted in making and sharing food as a radic al\, tender\, feminist act where the table is a site of care. \nWe invite fellow makers\, creatives\, and community organizers to join facilitated d iscussions around the joys of creating collaborative environments\, with r efreshments and earth oven-baked nourishment from guest chef Lynn Metcalf. \n  \n \nAbout Earth Oven\nEarth Oven is a communal\, functional sculptu re project led by Tanya Zal that lives permanently at MASS Gallery\, a col lectively run nonprofit gallery and project space based in East Austin ded icated to amplifying the voices of LGBTQ+ artists\, artists of color\, and local creatives. Grounded in the practice of hand building and created in collaboration with the help of many in fall 2025. The piece was made usin g natural building techniques and locally sourced materials—limestone\, soil\, sand\, and straw. The surface is decorated with recycled ceramic pi eces made during a Clay ReWork-Shop\, where artists reimagined broken bisq ue and glaze ware into tiles and mosaics. The oven functions as a regular gathering space for sharing food and community.\n \nAbout Tanya Zal\nTany a Zal (she/her) is an Austin-based artist interested in practicing deeper care with ourselves\, others\, and the things around us. Her sculptural pr ojects are a playful celebration of the creative process\, an anchor to jo y\, and an invitation toward curiosity. Originally from upstate New York\, where she completed her BFA in 2010\, Tanya has spent the last decade wor king in non-profit arts\, community organizing\, and reproductive justice spaces. She is a current Curatorial Advisor at Future Front Texas and part of the leadership team at MASS Gallery.\n \n Photography by Penny Halcyo n\, Tanya Zal\, and Jen Rachid LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T004021Z LOCATION:MASS Gallery\, 705 Gunter St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United State s URL:https://thecontemporaryaustin.org/event/food-friends-and-the-living-ta ble/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Contemporary Austin X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecontemporaryaustin.org/press-room/releases/the-con temporary-austin-and-grayduck-gallery-present-nine-austin-artists-in-the-c ulminating-exhibition-of-the-contemporary-austins-crit-group-2016 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Texas Association of Health Plans Food For Thought DTSTART:20261210T160000Z DTEND:20261210T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260723T124625Z UID:5648gqg0ine59jabmpqj1lu1me@google.com CATEGORIES:civic,food DESCRIPTION:Legislative Conference Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T124625Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Capitol LCC X-SOURCE-URL:https://tspb.texas.gov/plan/events/tcapcal.html END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TAMALES DTSTART:20261217T173000Z DTEND:20261217T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T180146Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52379194949477 CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Register here: Meeting Registration - Zoom LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T180146Z URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/tamales X-SOURCE-NAME:Texas Today: UT Events & Announcements Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.utexas.edu/bass_concert_hall_performing_arts _center_pac_304 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting - Texas NORML DTSTART:20270304T010000Z DTEND:20270304T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T063214Z UID:phe6hc3142sk4jbfa91qea8nha@google.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Join us for our virtual monthly meeting taking place the FIRST Wednesday of EVERY month\, at 7 pm.Join us as we stream live through Fac ebook\, Youtube and Twitter.  (Agenda to be released.) LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T063214Z X-SOURCE-NAME:texasnorml@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.texasnorml.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Taste of Texas DTSTART:20270331T120000Z DTEND:20270331T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260728T001347Z UID:7ak37ls4788h0j419prgvjmd71@google.com CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:Legislative Conference Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T001347Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Capitol LCC X-SOURCE-URL:https://tspb.texas.gov/plan/events/tcapcal.html END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR