Snoball.com is sponsoring the first annual Love Austin Week February 13-17, encouraging Austinites to show love for our city by supporting key local charities that work to lift up our community on a daily basis.
Monday, February 13: Austin Pets Alive
- Doggie biscuits will be sold at local coffee shops, cafes and restaurants such as Progress Coffee and Jo’s for $2 with proceeds going directly towards a new Austin Pets Alive Mobile Adoption Center.
- Multiple adoption centers will be set up in the Second Street district from 10a to 2p for people to come out, meet the animals and ask any question they might have around animal adoption.
- At noon the community is invited to come out for a group dog walk, walking our furry friends around the downtown area, helping raise visibility for Austin Pets Alive.
Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14: The Trail Foundation
The World’s Shortest Long Distance Run begins at noon at City Hall Plaza benefiting The Trail Foundation. Runners, walkers, and supporters are invited to City Hall Plaza at lunchtime to participate in a one or three-mile social run (led by local celebrity runners). Good food, music and vibes at City Hall Plaza will follow the run! A number of local health and wellness non-profits will also be on hand with information and booths promoting a healthy Austin. You can just show up or sign up here.
Cost:
Free – They would love for every participant to be able to give back to The Trail, but if you can’t do that, they would still love for you to show your support and run with them.
$45 – Paying participants will become a member of The Trail Foundation and receive a shirt and decal.
$25 – Student/Starving Artist. For $25 you can still become a member of The Trail Foundation and receive a free shirt and decal.
Wednesday, February 15: Overton Elementary School
The goal is to give the school grounds a complete makeover on Wednesday, February 15 including landscaping and multiple gardens, so the children have a campus they can take pride in. Volunteers are needed Monday (2/13) and Tuesday (2/14) to help pull dead weeds and shrubbery before the new landscaping can begin.
Thursday, February 16: AIDS Services of Austin
Participating Austinites will wear a red pebble in their shoe on Thursday, February 16 as a reminder of the pain and suffering this disease causes. The mission of AIDS Services of Austin is to enhance the health and well being of the community and people affected by HIV and AIDS in Austin.
Friday, February 17: Center61 Happy Hour
5 to 7p at Center61 (2921 E. 17th Street, Austin TX 78702), enjoy happy hour. Center61 is devoted to supporting organizations and individuals dedicated to changing the world. Everyone is invited, RSVP at eventbrite.