Asian Family Support Services of Austin (AFSSA)

Chung Minh Collective - Lunar New Year Mutual Aid Fundraiser
2025-02-08 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Red Salmon Arts, 2000 Thrasher Ln, Austin, TX, 78741, United States
Celebrate the Lunar New Year while expressing solidarity for collective liberation with Chung Minh Collective!
Date + Time: Saturday, Feb 8th, 1 – 5pm
Location: Red Salmon Arts
Masks required! Let’s keep each other safe.

AFSSA Volunteer Info Session
2025-02-04 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-01-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Texas
Are you interested in volunteering? Join our upcoming AFSSA Volunteer Info Session, where we’ll be briefly introducing AFSSA’s services, talking about potential volunteer opportunities, and covering the next steps to becoming an AFSSA volunteer. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at volunteer@afssaustin.org!
Attend: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2240209375

Chinese New Year Celebration at The Xiang Yun Temple of Fo Guang Shan
2025-02-02 12:00 - 15:30 | Texas
AFSSA will be tabling at the Chinese New Year Celebration at the Xiang Yun Temple of Fo Guang Shan!

Lunar New Year Celebration @ Cedar Park Public Library
2025-02-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Cedar Park Public Library, 550 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park, Texas, 78613
Get ready to welcome the Year of the Snake with a special Lunar New Year program at the Library! Join us in celebrating with lantern riddles and crafts, concluding with a performance from Texas Dragon/Lion Dance Team. Wear cheerful red clothes and don’t miss out on this fun experience! Crafts available while supplies last.
All ages welcome. Space is limited. First come, first served.

2025 Lunar New Year Festival @ The Paper + Craft Pantry
2025-02-01 11:00 - 17:00 | The Paper + Craft Pantry, 1023 Springdale Road, Austin, TX, 78721
One of the biggest Lunar New Year celebrations in Austin, Texas!
DATE: 02/02/2025
LOCATION:
The Paper + Craft Pantry
1023 Springdale Road, 6A
Austin, Texas 78721
Bring your friends and family to this exciting and free event!
Featuring:

Vendor market pop up (original art, food, books, and more, all by local Asian small businesses)
Lion dances
Dragon dances
Interactive children’s activities
Other performances

Unity Under the Stars
2025-01-31 18:00 - 22:00 | Islamic Center of Greater Austin, 5110 Manor Road, Austin, 78723, United States
“Unity Under Stars” is the inaugural event hosted by United Muslims (UM), bringing together the diverse Muslim community of Austin and Round Rock. The event is designed to promote collaboration, unity, and community spirit, celebrating the strength of the ummah through shared action and mutual support.
Find AFSSA tabling and say hello!

Bilingual Storytime - Lunar New Year @ Cedar Park Public Library
2025-01-31 11:00 - 11:30 | Cedar Park Public Library, 550 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park, Texas, 78613
Listen and sing in this fun storytime in English and Vietnamese presented by Asian Family Support Services of Austin. Bilingual Storytime is recommended for caregivers and children ages 0-5. All children and speakers of all languages are welcome.

Year of the Snake LNY Party at Alienated Majesty Books
2025-01-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Alienated Majesty Books, 613 W 29th St, Austin, Texas, 78705
We are attending the LNY party at Alienated Majesty! Join us on Wednesday, January 29 at 7PM to ring in the Year of the Snake with:
? live music by @fuvkband @bananapamcake
? readings by @marltoto @sunspotletters @moonandmouth
? a pop-up art gallery with works by @jeffreyj1n @artbyrewon
? and a community potluck (by you!)

UT Austin Lunar New Year
2025-01-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Texas Union – University of Texas at Austin, 2308 Whitis Ave, Austin, TX, 78712, United States
Lunar New Year is a celebration of the start of the lunar calendar. Festivities for the Year of the Snake include free food, lantern displays, dragon and lion dances, mahjong and the exchange of red envelopes filled with wishes for the upcoming year.
Campus Events and Entertainment events are free for you and a guest with your UT ID. Please present your ID at the entry. For accommodations, contact E+E five business days prior to the event. Attempts will be made to fulfill requests. Contact us at 512-475-6630 or studentprograms@universityunions.utexas.edu

Craft and Chat with Khush ATX
2025-01-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Little Walnut Creek Branch, Austin Public Library, 835 W Rundberg Ln, Austin, TX, 78758, United States
Join us on Sunday, January 26th, at 12 PM for our first Craft and Chat of 2025 with AFSSA! ? We’ll create cute art while chatting about meaningful topics, including what’s important to us in the relationships we want to nurture—be it friends, partners, community, or family! ?
AFSSA will lead the group and share a list of resources for all LGBTQ South Asians ? as part of their mission to serve our community through their non-profit work. ?
We hope you can join us! Free snacks and art supplies will be provided! ❤‍?
? When: Sunday, January 26th, 12 PM
? Where: Austin Public Library, Little Walnut Creek Branch
835 W Rundberg Ln, Austin, TX 78758
? Free entry, RSVP here: https://evite.me/KHxhcMb1C1

Vietnamese American Community of Austin Texas Austin Tet Festival
2025-01-19 11:00 - 19:00 | The Holy Family Catholic School, 9400 Neenah Ave, Austin, TX, 78717, United States
We’re going to be tabling at the 25th Annual Austin Tet Festival hosted by the Vietnamese American Community of Austin Texas (VACAT)! ??
? When: Sunday, January 19 | 11 AM – 7 PM
? Where: 9400 Neenah Ave, Austin, TX 78717
✨ Free Admission – Bring your family and friends to enjoy:
? Li Xi (Lucky Red Envelopes)
? Muisc and entertainment
? Delicious Vietnamese food
? Games & Eating Contests
? Lion Dance Performances
? Karaoke
? Ao Dai Fashion Show
? Bingo & Raffle Prizes
We’ll have cute zodiac cards we made for each sign and a raffle prize of our own – we can’t wait to see you there!
Keep an eye out for other LNY events that we’ll be tabling at ❤️

Filipino Christmas Parol Craft @ San Marcos Public Library
2024-12-13 12:30 - 13:30 | San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Join us for a festive Filipino Christmas Parol Craft workshop! Children will learn about the Filipino cultural significance of the parol, a star-shaped lantern symbolizing hope and light during the holiday season. This event offers a fun, educational experience while promoting cultural awareness and creativity. All materials provided. Suitable for children ages 5-12. Parents and guardians welcome to participate.

Austin Public Health LGBTQIA+ Health + Resource Fair
2024-12-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Fiesta Gardens, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
Austin Public Health is having their annual LGBTQIA+ Health and Resource Fair!
The event will feature a dynamic mix of resource tables, local LGBTQ2IA+ vendors, performers, music, and delicious food—and we can’t wait to create another amazing experience for all attendees.
Where: 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St., Austin, TX 78702
When: 12-4 pm

Unique like a Snowflake: Crafting Identity @ San Marcos Public Library
2024-12-06 12:30 - 13:30 | San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Discover the beauty of uniqueness through a fun and reflective snowflake craft session! Each snowflake is one-of-a-kind, just like every individual. We’ll explore the concept of identity and individuality while creating our own special snowflakes. This hands-on activity encourages kids to express themselves and appreciate what makes them unique!

Pinoy Potluck ATX x Camp EAST
2024-11-16 12:00 - 18:00 | Camp East, 2905 E 12th St, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
Save the date for the 2nd annual Camp East Artist Market! Vendors, artist features, musicians, activities, food, beverages from Cork & Screw.
Come out Saturday, November 16th from 12-6 to Camp East on 12th/Hargrave (ish) and don’t forget to bring a Filipino dish to share. It’s the cornerstone of this community organization, so take a minute to cook up some love in a dish!
❓Q: Do you have to be Filipino to come? A: Nope! We welcome everyone who wants to share a Filipino dish, learn about Filipino culture, contribute to the cause, etc.
❓Q: I don’t think I can pull off a Filipino dish. Are there any spots I could order food from? A: Yes! @kapatadkitchenandcafe @oko.atx @filipinoasianmart_atx

Center for Child Protection's Annual Family Resource Festival
2024-11-16 10:00 - 13:00 | The Center for Child Protection, 8509 FM 969, Austin, TX, 78724, United States
Center for Child Protection’s Annual Family Resource Festival is free, open to the public, and aims to provide valuable information on local resources and support to our community. In addition to promoting the amazing resources here in Travis County, we will have many family-friendly activities, including games, photo booths, free food, music, and giveaways. Last year’s Family Resource Festival was a huge success, and we had over 20 local agencies and organizations sharing information on job resources, housing, childcare, education, and more.
We will be tabling at this event!
Date: Saturday, November 16th, 2024
Time: 10 am – 1 pm
Where: The Center for Child Protection, 8509 FM 969, Austin, TX 78724

Dumpling Wrapping Workshop @ San Marcos Public Library
2024-11-08 12:30 - 13:30 | San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Join us at San Marcos Public Library to learn how to wrap dumplings!

Diwali 'The Festival of Lights' Craft & Story Time @ San Marcos Public Library
2024-11-05 14:30 - 15:30 | San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Join us for a creative and cultural afternoon as we craft beautiful diyas (lamps/lanterns) to light up the season! After the crafting session, gather around for a heartwarming story time that celebrates the joy of festivals and togetherness. Perfect for kids who love art and stories!

2024 Silk Road Gala
2024-11-02 18:00 - 22:00 | Hyatt Regency, 208 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX, 78704
We invite you to join us for an evening of Empowerment and Entertainment, supporting survivors in Central Texas on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM, in the Texas Ballroom at the Hyatt Regency Barton Springs, located at 208 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704.
If you would like to sponsor a table, please visit the event site at https://SilkRoad24.givesmart.com for more information.

Round Rock Diwali Festival
2024-10-26 14:00 - 22:00 | Centennial Plaza, 301 West Bagdad Avenue, Round Rock, TX, 78664, United States
AFSSA will be tabling this year at the Round Rock Diwali Festival!
Grand celebration of “Diwali – The Festival of Lights” in Central Texas. Event is free and open to all. Live performances, street food, fashion show, art work, mega India bazaar, kids activities, rangoli competition, and laser show.
When: Saturday, October 26, 2024, 2 pm to 10 pm
Where: 301 W. Bagdad Ave, Round Rock, TX, United States, Texas 78664

Nueces Mosque Jummah
2024-10-25 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-18 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-11 13:30 - 14:30 | Nueces Mosque, 1906 Nueces Street, Austin, TX, 78705, United States
AFSSA will be tabling at Nueces Mosque for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Swing by and say Salaam!
First Jummah
Khateeb: Imam Zabeehullah
Khutbah: 12:30 PM
Salah: 12:50 PM
Second Jummah
Khateeb: Imam Zabeehullah
Khutbah: 1:30 PM
Salah: 1:50 PM
Third Jummah
Khateeb: Imam Zabeehullah
Khutbah: 2:30 PM
Salah: 2:50 PM

"Breaking The Silence" with UT Voices Against Violence
2024-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | UT Austin – Gregory Gym Games Room, 2101 Speedway, Austin, 78712, United States
An event to highlight the movement to end interpersonal violence. Opportunities for art, story-telling, and other methods to explore healthy relationships and survivorship will be offered throughout the evening. Resources and free food while supplies last!
Thursday, October 24, 6-8pm, Gregory Gym Games Room

Roadside Ready: Autoworkshop
2024-10-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Kind Clinic – Koenig, 101 W Koenig Ln UNIT 100, Austin, TX, 78751
Beep beep, calling all queer women, trans women and non-binary folks of color! ?? We know how intimidating it can be to learn new skills if you didn’t have someone in your life to teach you growing up!
Join us for an empowering auto workshop where you’ll learn essential car maintenance skills and do it in a safe and fun space where you can mess up, make mistakes and try again. This workshop will be entirely hands on so that you leave fully confident to not only do it yourself, but also to teach it to someone else you love.
Skills we’ll be covering (may not get to all of these so we’ll try and cover as much as we can within the time frame)

Replacing wipers
Checking air and cabin air filter
Checking + replacing oil
Jump start + replacing battery
Checking belts
Checking + replacing brakes
Checking fluid levels
Checking + replacing tires
Replacing lightbulbs

We’ll have enough space for 15 participants so RSVP soon to secure your spot!
We are also so grateful to Derek, the mechanic leading this event for offering to check out and fix minor car repairs during the workshop itself. We won’t be able to fix or address larger car issues in this workshop.
A huge thank you to Kind Clinic for offering their space for us to do this workshop. Queer Black Women Alliance, Pride in Black and Asian Family Support Services of Austin are so excited to collaborate together!
We hope this is a really supportive space to strengthen autonomy and self confidence while getting down to the grit and grime with us.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/LE9VBUy5rNaSGtJG8
When: Oct 20 @ 11 am-3 pm
Where: Kind Clinic Koenig, 101 W Koenig Ln UNIT 100, Austin, TX 78751

FYP ATX Filipino Day Market 2024 @ Austin Beerworks
2024-10-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Austin Beerworks – Sprinkle Valley, 10300 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX, 78754
FYP ATX’s annual Filipino Day Market, established in 2022, celebrates and promotes Austin’s vibrant Filipino community during Filipino American History Month (FAHM).

This lively market showcases Filipino cuisine, crafts, art, performances, and community organizers; creating a festive atmosphere that celebrates Filipino culture. Join us in celebration as we raise awareness and appreciation for the Filipino community here in Austin, Texas!

Diwali at the Domain
2024-10-19 10:00 - 21:00 | The Domain, 11410 Century Oaks Terrace, Austin, TX, 78758, United States
AFSSA will be tabling this year at Diwali the the Domain!
Live Entertainment, Classical & Bollywood Dances, Tons of Desi and local Shopping – Clothing, Jewelry, Gifts, Handicrafts, Kids Corner, Games, and more!
When: October 19 @10am-9pm
Where: The Domain (near iPic), 11410 Century Oaks Terrace, Austin, TX 78758

CTBA Durga Puja 2024
2024-10-12 - 2024-10-13 | Murchison Middle School, 3700 N Hills Dr, Austin TX 78731, 3700 N Hills Dr, Austin, TX, 78731
AFSSA will be tabling at Central Texas Bengali Association’s Durga Puja festival this year! This is a perfect occasion to experience the rich cultural heritage and celebrate with friends, family, and the entire community. Whether you’re here to pray, perform, or simply enjoy, there’s something for everyone!
? Date: Saturday 12th October – Sunday 13th October
? Location: Murchison Middle School, 3700 N Hills Dr, Austin TX 78731
⏰ Time: Saturday 9AM-9:30PM, Sunday 9AM-6PM
? Entry Tickets: $50-$350. Visit website for more details: Ticket Link

Filipino American History Month: Pacita Abad Craft @ San Marcos Public Library
2024-10-08 14:30 - 15:30 | San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Celebrate Filipino American History Month by learning about beloved artist Pacita Abad and creating your own Pacita Abad-inspired artwork! All materials are included. Young children should have an adult to help. Hosted by Asian Family Support Services of Austin (AFSSA).
