Austin/Travis County, TX Focus

EVENTS:
To find events in the Austin/Travis County area, go to the Travis County Democratic Party Calendar


NAACP AUSTIN:
The Austin branch of the NAACP has been a part of the association’s long and storied tradition since 1915 and has waged historic fights against racial injustice in Travis County. Beginning with protest against the lynching of blacks in the early part of the 19th century; rightful battle for school desegregation of the 1980’s; the public protest of police brutality of 2002-2004 the local branch has continued the work of the association

1704 E. 12th Street
Austin, Texas 78702
Phone: 512-476-6230
Fax: 512-476-7425


Austin Hispanic Women's Network of Texas:
The Hispanic Women's Network of Texas (HWNT) is a state-wide organization of individuals from diverse backgrounds who are committed to promoting the participation of Hispanic women in public, corporate and civic arenas. HWNT seeks to advance the educational, cultural, social, legal and economic well-being of all women through a broader awareness of their role in society, business and family. Members strive to celebrate the positive image and values of the Hispanic culture.

P.O. Box 1356
Austin, TX 78767-1356
austin@hwnt.org


Americans United for Separation of Church and State
Austin Chapter

We come from all 50 states and a wide variety of religious, political and philosophical backgrounds. We are dedicated to preserving the constitutional principle of church-state separation as the only way to ensure religious freedom for all Americans.

PO Box 66522 Austin, Texas 78766


Austin Immigrant Rights Coalition

The Austin Immigrant Rights Coalition is a membership-based coalition of immigrants, allies, and organizations that promotes human rights and dignity, and social and economic justice for immigrants through community organizing, policy advocacy, and public education.

Click here to find out what they do.

Click here to get involved.


HISPANICS IN AUSTIN:
This is a blog for Hispanic and Latino-Friendly folks in Austin, TX who want to deep dive into the Hispanic Austinite Experience.

SOMOS AUSTIN:
Juan Castillo blogs on Latino news, happenings, culture and more.


AUSTIN DEMOCRATIC CLUBS:

Capital Area Progressive Democrats
First Tuesday of the month, 5:30P
AFL-CIO, 1106 Lavaca
Contact: John Lipscombe or 512.826.5517

Capital City Young Democrats
First Wednesday of the month, 6:00P
Carver Library, 1161 Angelina
Contact: Ben Simnacher or tel. 512.576.1679

Texas Environmental Democrats
Third Tuesdays, 7P-8:30P
Vinny’s Italian Cafe, 1003 Barton Springs Rd.
Contact: Kedron Touvell or 512.680.5998

University Democrats
Every Wednesday during the Fall and Spring semesters, 8P
Mezes 1.306 on the UT Campus

Austin Tejano Democrats
Meet Second Wednesday of the month, 5:30P
Casa Garcia’s Restaurant, 1000 S. Lamar
Contact: Fred Cantu or 512.698.4805

Black Austin Democrats
Third Thursday of the month, 6P
Carver Library, 1611 Angelina
Contact: Natomi Austin

Capital Area Asian American Democrats
First Tuesday of the Month, 6:30P Eat, Drink, Socialize, 7:00P Meeting
First Chinese BBQ Restaurant, 10901 N Lamar Blvd.
Contact: Ramey Ko or 512.577.5729

Latinos for Texas
Third Tuesday of the month, 7:00 – 8:30P
Contact: Crystal Viagran

Capital Area Democratic Women
Second Thursday of the month, 11:30A networking, 12:00P lunch
Nuevo Leon Restaurant, 1501 E. 6th St.
Contact: Jean Warneke or 512.217.4814

Stonewall Democrats
First Tuesday of the month, 7:30P
The Red House 1917 Manor Rd. (MAP)
Contact: Rich Bailey or 512.771.3538

Circle C Area Democrats
Second Monday of the month, 6:15P
Contact: Ed Scruggs or Leslie Westo

Lake Travis Democrats
Second Tuesday of the month, 6:30P
Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek Rd.
Contact: Judy Donohue or 512.531.9804

North by Northwest Democrats
Third Monday of the month, 6P
Sherlocks, 9012 Research Blvd
Contact: Jack Sigman or 512.796.7245

Northeast Travis County Democrats
Last Tuesday of the month, 6:30 Meet and Greet; 7:00 p.m. Meeting starts
Travis County Community Center in Pflugerville, 15822 Foothill Farms Loop
Contact: Dave Taylor or 844-1300

South Austin Democrats
Second Tuesday of the month, 5:30P Eat and socialize, 6P Program
Casa Garcia’s Restaurant, 1000 S. Lamar
Contact: Richard Arriola or 512.547.0556

Southwest Austin Democrats
Third Wednesday of the month, 6:30P Social; 6:45P Program
Will Hampton Public Library, 5125 Convict Hill Rd.
Contact: Albert Gonzales or 512.280.4900

West Austin Democrats
Second Wednesday of the month, 7P
Howson Branch Library, 2500 Exposition Blvd
Contact: Janet Hamilton or 512.469.9894

YellerDawg / Saturday Sages Democrats
Every Saturday, 11A
Tres Amigos Restaurant, 1801 S. Capitol of Texas Hwy (MAP)
Contact: Bill McAfee


BIODIESEL IN AUSTIN AREA

Biodiesel is less polluting and has a smaller carbon footprint than regular diesel, and is produced right here in the USA. Biodiesel can be used in almost any diesel engine. Up to B20 (a 20 percent blend) any diesel engine, whether car or 18 wheeler or whatever, can use it. Above B20 some older engines may have problems, but newer engines should be ok.

[NOTE: just came across an old message from the Diesel Green Fuels folks updating this info...sorry I just caught it now!]

DieselGreen Fuels: sells biodiesel to fleet customers and wholesale via transport truck. For more info call: 512-247-3835. Offers B20 (good for any diesel engine) and B100 (OK for newer diesel engines).

Ecowise: 110 W. Elizabeth St. Austin, TX 78704, 512-326-4474. Offers B100 (OK for newer diesel engines). Open M-SU 10-7PM.