Asian American Resource Center Event Calendar

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

Youth Voices Rising | Registration Open

Youth Voices Rising is an 8-week leadership academy for youth (grades 6-8) to explore the history and culture of Asian Pacific American in the United States through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) education. Students will learn to use mathematics, data, and statistics to analyze historical events while connecting with their backgrounds. Materials and snacks provided. This is a free program that is open to all. Visit our Youth and Teen Programs pageto learn more and register. Please note, registration is on a first-come basis. Registration will close once we reach the maximum number of registrants.

Rooted & Rising | Saturday, September 6

Rooted & Rising, a collaboration with Asian Texans for Justice*, is happening Saturday, September 6 from 10:00am-2:00pm at the AARC! This full-day workshop is designed for rising 8th through 11th-grade students to explore how they can advocate for themselves, build stronger relationships, and make a meaningful impact in their community. Due to limited seats, registration is required. Register and find more details here!

*This event is in collaboration with Asian Texans for Justice 501(c)(3).

Teen Mentorship Program | Applications Open September 1

Apply for the AARC’s Teen Mentorship Program (TMP)! As part of this cohort, mentors and mentees will have the opportunity to engage with like-minded peers, meet local Asian American professionals in our community, and learn about Asian Pacific American history and culture. To close out the program, the cohort will implement their skills and connections to plan and execute a capstone project to present at the family showcase. Applications will be open September 1 - September 30, 2025. Visit our Youth and Teen Programs page to learn more.

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).

Looking for documents to download for the Citizenship Clinic?

Fall 2025 Information Sessions + Citizenship Clinic

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