Events - 9 Jan 16

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Black Lives Matter Neighborhood Canvassing

Ella Wooten Park, Austin Texas
01/9/2016 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Due to being rained out in December, we will be canvassing the Mueller neighborhood again. Join us on our monthly canvassings of neighborhoods in the Austin area. All Black Lives members, supporters and allies will be canvassing the neighborhood of Mueller off of Airport Blvd and Zach Scott Street. Please meet at Ella Wooten Park inside the neighborhood at 2047 McCloskey Street, Austin Texas 78723, between Pinckney Street and Mendez Street. (Everyone: Black Lives Matter Austin Members, Supporters and Allies).

Natural Pawz, 2015 Independent Pet Product Retailer of the Year, Opens second store in Austin area

Natural Pawz – Steiner Ranch, Austin TX
01/9/2016 | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Natural Pawz, 2015 Independent Pet Product Retailer of the Year, opens its second store in the Austin area on Sat., January 9, 2016, at 10 a.m. at 5145 N. FM 620 in the Quinlan Crossing shopping center near Randalls and other quality retailers near Steiner Ranch. The grand opening celebration includes gift bags for the first 20 guests when the store opens, each valued at $50 or more including toys, treats and food samples. Guests will also enjoy surprises and prizes throughout the day including free pet treats, discounts on pet food, toys and more.  In addition, Natural Pawz will donate a portion of the day’s sales to Steiner Ranch Elementary PTA as part of its Pawz for Education program.

 

On Wed., Dec. 29, Natural Pawz continues its tradition of providing pet oxygen masks to first responders by donating five new pet oxygen mask kits to Travis County Emergency Services which serves communities along RR 620 in NW Austin.

 

About

Natural Pawz started in the Houston area in 2005 and is known as “the health food store for pets” with 16 locations in greater Houston and two in Central Texas. Natural Pawz prides itself on helping pet parents find natural dog and cat food, treats, general pet supplies, cleaning products, holistic herbs and health supplements. Natural Pawz has been selected as Retailer of the Year by Pet Product News three times. Customers have voted Natural Pawz as the “Best Pet Supply Store in Houston” by several publications such as the Houston Press, Fort Bend Herald, Houston A-List and Woodlands Online. Natural Pawz continues to set the standard in the market for 100% natural pet foods, treats and holistic health solutions supplies. Each location is managed and staffed by a team of customer-friendly, knowledgeable associates, who are involved in the community and truly get to know you and your pet.

Leander ISD (LEEF) “Drop the Mic” Gala

The Westin Austin At The Domain, Austin TX
01/9/2016 - 01/10/2016 | 6:00 pm - 12:00 am

The mic’s getting dropped at Leander ISD Educational Excellence Foundation’s (LEEF) inaugural gala. The night includes a silent auction, seated dinner and a rockin’ evening program. LISD high school principals and staff will go head to head as the night’s entertainment. The lip sync battle will earn their respective high schools a cash prize towards their high school’s Project Graduation. All gala proceeds will benefit K-12 education in Leander ISD which encompasses Austin, Cedar Park, Leander and Georgetown.

To learn more about the Gala – http://bit.ly/1X0SqFh
For tickets and sponsorships- http://bit.ly/1SHXO9R

About Leander ISD Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF)
The mission of the Leander ISD Education Excellence Foundation (LEEF) is to provide resources to support innovation, enrichment and equity in pursuit of academic excellence within the Leander Independent School District community. LEEF supports its mission through three main program initiatives: foundations for learning focusing on early literacy, enriching great teaching through innovative teaching grants and professional development, and college bound programs to build a college and career-ready culture among all students. LEEF is making a difference in Leander ISD and strives to ensure that every student in LISD has the opportunity to succeed.