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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
Tones Fest | Saturday, August 16
Join us on Saturday, August 16 from 1:00-4:00pm for our 4th annual Tones Fest, a FREE all-Azn music and maker celebration! Fest goers will enjoy local sights and sounds, activities, resources, and goodies (first-come, first served while supplies last) from Austin-based AAPI creatives. This event is free and open to the public. RSVP is encouraged; RSVP and learn more here.
Spring and Fall Citizenship Clinics
Please plan to attend an information session to learn more about the requirements to apply for U.S. citizenship. Attorneys from American Gateways will be present to answer questions about your eligibility. You will also receive a checklist with the documents and information you will need to prepare for the Citizenship Clinic on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
If you have any questions or need any accommodations, please contact Rocío Villalobos via email at rocio.villalobos@austintexas.gov or phone (512-974-7972).
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Looking for documents to download for the Citizenship Clinic?
- View and download the N400 Personal Information Worksheet/Hoja de Información Personal here
- View and download a list of What to Bring to the Citizenship Clinic/Lo Que Necesita Traer Al Taller here
- View the PDF of the Information Session + Citizenship Clinic flyer here (English)
- Fall 2025 Information Sessions + Citizenship Clinic
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Information Session 1: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Location: Ruiz Library, 1600 Grove Blvd Austin, TX 78741
Time: 11:00-11:30am
*Session conducted in Spanish, interpretation provided in English
Information Session 2: Thursday, August 21, 2025
Location: Little Walnut Creek Library, 835 W Rundberg Lane Austin, TX 78758
Time: 6:00-6:30pm
*Session conducted in English, interpretation provided in Spanish
Information Session 3: Saturday, August 30, 2025
Location: Ruiz Library, 1600 Grove Blvd. Austin, TX 78741
Time: 11:00-11:30am
*Session conducted in English, interpretation provided in Spanish
Information Session 4: Thursday, September 4, 2025
Location: Windsor Park Library, 5833 Westminster Dr Austin, TX 78723
Time: 6:00-6:30pm
*Session conducted in Spanish, interpretation provided in English
Citizenship Clinic: September 13, 2025
Location: Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Rd Austin, TX 78754
Time: 9:00am-2:00pm
Spring 2025 Information Sessions + Citizenship Clinic-
Information Session 1: Tuesday, March 4th, 2025
Location: Southeast Library Branch, 5803 Nuckols Crossing Road, Austin, TX 78744
Time: 6pm to 6:30pm
*session conducted in Spanish; interpretation provided: English
Information Session 2: Thursday, March 13th, 2025
Location: Ruiz Library Branch, 1600 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX 78741
Time: 6pm to 6:30pm
*session conducted in English; interpretation provided: Spanish
Information Session 3: Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Location: Ruiz Library Branch, 1600 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX 78741
Time: 11am to 11:30am
*session conducted in Spanish; interpretation provided: English
Information Session 4: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Location: Little Walnut Creek Library Branch, 835 W Rundberg Lane, Austin, TX 78758
Time: 6pm to 6:30pm
*session conducted in English; interpretation provided: Spanish
Spring Citizenship Clinic: Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Location: Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754
Time: 9am to 2p
Ongoing Programs
Hyphenated Book Club • Year Round • 6:00PM - 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 Meet Ups
- September 4, 2025, 6PM-7:30PM - Stay True by Hua Hsu | RSVP on Eventbrite
- October 16, 2025, 6PM-7:30PM - Isha Unscripted by Sajni Patel | RSVP on Eventbrite
Past Meet Ups
- March 20, 2025 at 6PM-7:30PM – Portrait of a Thief by Grade D. Li | RSVP on Eventbrite
- April 24, 2025, 6PM-7:30PM - What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo | RSVP on Eventbrite
- June 12, 2025, 6PM-7:30PM - We Are Not Free by Traci Chee | RSVP on Eventbrite
- July 24, 2025, 6PM-7:30PM - Real Americans by Rachel Khong
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 • Tuesday/Thursday • 6:00 - 8:30 PM
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. Check ACC’s ESL Class Schedule to view a variety of days and times.
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: August 6, 2025