AFSSA x allgo at Austin Pride Festival
2024-08-10 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Fiesta Gardens, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
Join AFSSA and allgo in celebrating Pride at Austin Pride Festival and Parade with all the fierce, fabulous energy it deserves! ?
The 2024 Austin Pride Celebration: Queer Cabaret is happening on Saturday, August 10th, and it’s going to be a night of unleashed glamour and glitz! We’ll be there, come visit our table and decorate some fans to cool off in the Texas sun ☀️

Headliner: The electrifying Saucy Santana!
Featuring a star-studded lineup of dazzling entertainers bringing all the heat!

GET TIX: linktr.ee/austinpride

Strut your stuff, embrace your true colors, and let’s make this Pride unforgettable!

"Take A Loved One" Back to School Bash, Hosted by Austin Public Health
2024-08-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Virginia L. Brown Recreation Center, 7500 Blessing Ave, Austin, TX, 78752, United States
Take A Loved One (TALO) is an event by Austin Public Health (APH) that provides youth and their families with free medical resources to prepare them for returning to school. This will be in addition to the VLB Back to School Bash, an event created to provide underserved communities access to the health care and services such as free haircuts for youth, free food boxes, and free school supplies and backpacks. We sincerely hope you are available to join us in celebrating the end of summer and preparing families and their children returning back to school.
FUN GAMES, DOOR PRIZES, SCHOOL SUPPLIES (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST),
HAIRCUTS FOR KIDS & TEENS, VACCINATIONS & HEALTH SCREENINGS (FIRST COME FIRST SERVED; FASTING 2HRS FOR BLOOD GLUCOSE/8HRS FOR CHOLESTEROL IS REQUIRED), LIVE ENTERTAINMENT & SO MUCH MORE

Austin Chinese Culture Festival
2024-08-17 12:00 - 21:00 | AISD Performing Arts Center, 1500 Barbara Jordan Blvd, Austin, TX, 78723, United States
All are cordially invited to this free-admission, traditional Chinese culture celebration at the end of the hot Texas summer, featuring a variety of lion/dragon dances, ethnic food/drinks, live performances, cultural exhibits, traditional games and community exhibitions.
Perfect for anyone, but particularly well-suited for families with young kids to immerse in the key Chinese cultural elements.

allgo’s Decompress Fest 2024 – Community Healing Fair!
2024-08-17 18:30 - 22:30 | Canopy Austin, 916 Springdale Road, Austin, 78702, United States
We are back at allgo’s 8th Annual Community Healing Health Fair?The fair is Austin’s only Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) health fair with a specific focus on addressing the unique needs of queer communities of color.
This will be your opportunity to connect with community wellness resources in-person, shop a specialty marketplace curated by Frida Friday ATX, and attend some great workshops featuring some of our favorite community healers. ?
This year’s Community Healing will take place on Saturday, August 17th, 2024 from 6:30PM to 10:30 PM at The Canopy (916 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78702). Come find us tabling and say hi! ?

Anandmela - Central Texas Bengali Association
2024-08-25 11:00 - 16:00 | Live Oak Elementary, 8607 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX, 78729, United States
A tabling event at Live Oak Elementary to showcase cultural celebration. Come over to AFSSA’s table to learn about how you can get involved and grab some AFSSA goodies!
Time: 11 am – 4 pm
Date: August 25

USCIS Session On New Action To Promote Family Unity
2024-09-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Austin Public Library, University Hill Branch, 4721 Loyola Ln, Austin, Texas, 78723
Do you have questions about the new action to promote family unity in the immigration process?
Asian Family Support Services of Austin and American Gateways are proud to host U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) for an information session with an opportunity to ask your questions. Please join us!
Please register here: https://forms.office.com/r/HUw7GzdV8E

KhushATX Discussion Group
2024-09-14 14:15 - 15:30 | University Hills Branch, 4721 Loyola Ln, Austin, Texas, 78723
? Calling all our crafty and chatty queer South Asians in Austin ?
Join us in making desi coasters as we chat about what is important to us in the relationships we want to nurture, whether its friends, partners, or family.
All supplies provided!
When: Sept 14 @2:15 pm
Where: University Hills Branch, Austin Public Library – 4721 Loyola Ln, Austin, TX 78723
RSVP here: http://evite.me/qNfwaqtTpv ✂️? see you there!

Happy Lemon Fundraiser
2024-09-16 - 2024-09-22 | Happy Lemon, 6406 N Interstate Hwy 35 suite 1301, Austin, Texas, 78752
We’re so excited to collaborate with Happy Lemon on a summer fundraiser ??
From Sept 16-22, if you order a Wintermelon Lemonade, 50% of the proceeds will go towards Asian Family Support Services of Austin.
Where: Happy Lemon The Linc
6406 N Interstate Hwy 35 suite 1301, Austin, TX 78752
Your order will support AFSSA’s mission in creating Asian and immigrant communities free of violence and abuse through advocacy, support, awareness and access to culturally grounded social services.
We have also created a card with a list of questions to answer on your own or with a loved one.
Order your boba, grab a card and talk about what makes you feel connected to people around you and how people can show up for you in this season of life. This is the type of tea we want to be spilling this month! ???
As always, AFSSA’s 24/7 free, confidential hotline at 877-281-8371 is there if you or anyone you know is in need of support. It is available in all languages and is available for all survivors. We are here for you ?

Austin Community College - San Gabriel Campus: Riverbat Bash Resource Fair
2024-09-16 11:00 - 14:00 | ACC San Gabriel Campus, 449 San Gabriel Campus Dr, Leander, Texas, 78641, United States
You are invited to participate in Austin Community College, Office of Student Life’s Fall 2024 Riverbat Bash Resource Fair at San Gabriel Campus! Riverbat Bash will occur in September across the district as students begin actively searching for campus resources and opportunities to get involved.

Austin Community College - Hays Campus: Riverbat Bash Resource Fair
2024-09-18 11:00 - 14:00 | ACC Hays Campus, 1200 Kohlers Crossing, Kyle, TX, 78640, United States
You are invited to participate in Austin Community College, Office of Student Life’s Fall 2024 Riverbat Bash Resource Fair at Hays Campus! Riverbat Bash will occur in September across the district as students begin actively searching for campus resources and opportunities to get involved.

Austin Community College - Rio Grande Campus: Riverbat Bash Resource Fest
2024-09-18 11:00 - 14:00 | ACC Rio Grande Campus, 1212 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
You are invited to participate in Austin Community College Office of Student Life’s Fall 2024 Riverbat Bash at ACC Rio Grande Campus! Riverbat Bash will occur in September across the district as students begin actively searching for campus resources and opportunities to get involved.

Consent Conscious Story Time and Parent Chat @ San Marcos Public Library
2024-09-20 12:00 - 12:30 | San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Consent Conscious Story Time and Parent Chat: Asian Family Support Services of Austin, in conjunction with the San Marcos Public Library, presents an all-ages consent focused story time for families, followed by a children’s crafting activity and parent chat. This interactive story time will focus on age-appropriate strategies to help children better understand bodily autonomy, how to stand up for themselves if they experience unwanted physical contact and to speak up or seek help when they feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

Healthy Family Boundaries Through an Islamic Framework
2024-09-22 18:00 - 19:15 | Nueces Mosque, 1906 Nueces Street, Austin, TX, 78705, United States
Join us at Nueces mosque for a presentation on establishing and maintaining healthy family boundaries through an Islamic lens, this Sunday, September 22 from 6pm – 7:15pm.
This event is free for all to attend, and refreshments will be provided.

Austin Community College - Eastview Campus: Riverbat Bash Resource Fair
2024-09-23 11:00 - 14:00 | ACC Eastview, 3401 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
You are invited to participate in Austin Community College Office of Student Life’s Fall 2024 Riverbat Bash at ACC Eastview Campus! Riverbat Bash will occur in September across the district as students begin actively searching for campus resources and opportunities to get involved.

Austin Community College - Round Rock: Riverbat Bash Resource Fair
2024-09-24 11:00 - 14:00 | ACC Round Rock, 4400 College Park Dr, Round Rock, TX, 78665, United States
You are invited to participate in Austin Community College Office of Student Life’s Fall 2024 Riverbat Bash at ACC Round Rock Campus! Riverbat Bash will occur in September across the district as students begin actively searching for campus resources and opportunities to get involved.

Filipino American History Month: Tagalog Storytime @ San Marcos Public Library
2024-10-04 11:00 - 11:30 | San Marcos Public Library, 625 E Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Celebrate Filipino American History Month with a Bilingual Tagalog storytime! Brought to you by Asian Family Support Services of Austin (AFSSA) and the San Marcos Public Library.

Nueces Mosque Jummah
2024-10-04 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-11 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-18 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-25 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

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).

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

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

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!

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

"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

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

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.

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!

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!
