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The Calendar of Events provides a listing of events scheduled at the AARC. Only AARC sponsored events are listed on the event calendar. To confirm availability of space for a rental booking, please contact AARC Rentals at AARCrentals@AustinTexas.gov or call (512) 974-1698.
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Upcoming AARC Events
Neon Art Workshop | Saturday, October 18
Join the AARC and local artist Yamin Li for our Neon Art Workshop on Saturday, October 18 from 11am to 1pm! During this workshop, Yamin Li will instruct attendees on creating their own neon letterboxes (a 3D-printed structure of a word, phrase, or character)! We will conclude the workshop with an optional show and tell, during which attendees can share the story behind their letterbox. This workshop is currently full. Join the waitlist and find more details: Neon Art Workshop registration.
Sitar Musical Performance with Indrajit Banerjee | Wednesday, October 29
Join us for a sitar musical performance with sitarist Indrajit Banerjee on Wednesday, October 29 from 12 to 1pm! This event is part of the AARC's Senior Program; however, this event is free and open to all. Registration is not required. Just stop by and enjoy music in community!
Ongoing Programs
Hyphenated Book Club • Year Round • 6 to 7:30PM
The Hyphenated Book Club is back for 2025! Join fellow book lovers in the community to dive into works by Asian American authors. From new releases by emerging voices to beloved community favorites, fiction to non-fiction and everything in-between, explore the diversity of American literature from an Asian American lens.
All meet ups are free and open to the public to attend. Must be 18+. All sessions are hosted in person at the AARC. No need to have finished the book to attend, though recommended. See below for Hyphenated's reading list and meet up dates.
2025 Meet Up Dates/Reading List
Upcoming Meetups
- October 16, 2025, 6 to 7:30PM - Isha, Unscripted by Sajni Patel | RSVP on Eventbrite
Past Meet Ups
- March 20, 2025, 6 to 7:30PM – Portrait of a Thief by Grade D. Li
- April 24, 2025, 6 to 7:30PM - What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo
- June 12, 2025, 6 to 7:30PM - We Are Not Free by Traci Chee
- July 24, 2025, 6 to 7:30PM - Real Americans by Rachel Khong
- September 4, 2025, 6 to 7:30PM - Stay True by Hua Hsu
Being and Belonging • October 2025 to August 2026 • 6 to 8PM
Being and Belonging is an educational pop up series about Asian American history, culture, and arts. If you have ever wondered...
What are the experiences of Asian Americans in United States? In Texas?
What does it mean to be a part of the Asian American diaspora?
What should the future of Asian America look like?
...then this pop up series is for you!
Being and Belonging is open to anyone (ages 18+) who wants to learn in an interactive, hands-on, collaborative setting alongside fellow community members. During each session, we will explore a different topic related to Asian American history through facilitated activities, guest speakers, and/or Asian American media.
This series is free and open to all. Participants do not need to attend all pop up sessions. They can attend as many or as few as they want. Light refreshments will be provided!
Pop Up Dates
- October 28, 2025, 6 to 8pm - Representation | RSVP on Eventbrite
- December 2, 2025, 6 to 8pm - Diaspora | RSVP on Eventbrite
- February 24, 2026, 6 to 8pm - Belonging and Citizenship | RSVP on Eventbrite
- April 28, 2026, 6 to 8pm - Asian Americans in Texas | RSVP on Eventbrite
- June 23, 2026, 6 to 8pm - Resistance, Advocacy, and Solidarity | RSVP on Eventbrite
- August 25, 2026, 6 to 8pm - The Future of Asian America | RSVP on Eventbrite
Exhibits
The AARC’s Community Art Exhibit Program displays artworks year-round that celebrate the diverse and dynamic cultural heritage, history, identity and creativity of Asian American Pacific Islanders. See what’s currently on view at the AARC Exhibits.
Senior Program
AARC Senior program is designed to address the intergenerational wellness and education needs of Austin residents, age 50 and up, with a focus on Asian American culture and community. To learn more about the current class schedule and how to register, go to AARC Senior Programming.
Austin Community College - ESL Classes • On Hold
Update: ESL classes will not be available at the AARC for the upcoming fall semester. Please check Austin Community College's website for updates: Austin Community College ESL page
Austin Community College (ACC) offers free ESL courses to help non-native speakers learn basic English for college or the workplace, or simply to become more comfortable with everyday communication.
Artist Access Program • Year Round
The Artist Access Program (AAP) provides free or low-cost rehearsal and production spaces to both emerging and established performance artists living in the Austin area. Created to address the needs of local artists, participating organizations collaborate with the City of Austin’s Cultural Centers to produce professional performances for both local and visiting audiences. For more information, visit the Artist Access Program webpage or email AAPInfo@austintexas.gov. Applications have closed for the Artist Access Program 2026 season. Please check back for updates on next year's application dates.
Page last updated: October 2, 2025