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🌱 'What Starts Here' UT Campaign + Miriam Powell Designs 3D Art

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Happy Tuesday, people of Austin! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Periods of rain. High: 51 Low: 41.

Here are the top stories in Austin today:

  1. On Friday, March 4, The University of Texas at Austin launched its "What Starts Here" campaign, which is "the largest fundraising campaign ever launched by a Texas university."
    Through this campaign, UT hopes to raise $6 billion by 2025 to support student success; recruit and retain faculty and graduate students; improve health care for everyone in the state; and contribute to energy innovation and entrepreneurship in Texas. "The campaign also includes raising $1 billion to fund scholarships and student support programs." UT President Jay Hartzell said, "We will accomplish this by continuing to attract incredible people, by taking advantage of our unique place in Austin and Texas, and by focusing on transformative pursuits. By fueling our ambitious plans, the 'What Starts Here' campaign will truly change the world." For the full report, visit the Austin American-Statesman website and see: (KVUE.com)
  2. Myriam Powell, owner of Myriam Powell Designs, "has been making art from a young age." She creates her unique artwork by "needle felting, the process of transforming wool into 3D objects by constantly stabbing the needle into the wool." She combines her art with personal interests like Halloween, steampunk and gothic art, so some of her pieces are dark, while others are whimsical. According to her, starting a business didn't come easy, but once she made contacts, she's doing better than ever. She said, "If you are persistent and if you believe in something... I started working hard, and it paid off." She concluded by saying, "So, I think you can do whatever you want to do." For more on the artist and her art visit: (KVUE.com)
  3. After two years of being virtual due to COVID-19, SXSW is coming back this year in a hybrid format and will take place from March 11-20 in Austin. The event will feature "hundreds of in-person events" such as conferences, exhibitions, and festivals in music, film and comedy. "All SXSW 2022 badges will have access to SXSW Online" but for those that can't make the events in person, an Online Pass will also be available. For more information visit:
    (FOX 7 Austin)

Today in Austin:

  • Tools for Success — Series Workshop for families regarding Topic: How to read a report card. For more information, call the Parent Engagement Support Office at 512-414-5834 and 512-414-0726 or email siglinda.orozco@austinisd.org and Maria Hanley maria.hanley@austinisd.org. Register at https://bit.ly/Read-ReportCards. (10 a.m.)
  • Austin Water Center for Environmental Research Lunchtime Lecture at Austin Water Center for Environmental Research at Hornsby Bend, 2210 South FM 973. The event is free and open to the public, but masks are required. (Noon)
  • Virtual Strength and Cardio Online Class by Stronger Austin. (5 p.m.)
  • International Womens' Day Charity Event at Urban Axes. (7 p.m.)
  • 2022 Austin Music Awards at Emo's. (7:55 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • "Austin Parks and Recreation is hosting their 'Virtual Kite Workshop 2022' which will be held on Thursday, March 17, from 11 a.m.-noon. Learn how to make a kite during this free virtual kite-making workshop that will take place via Zoom. Supplies will be available for pick up on March 7-11, from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. at the Northwest Recreation Center, located at 2913 Northland Drive. Sign up for free online at www.austintexas.gov/parksonline." (Facebook)
  • "Do you have a budding engineer on your hands? Austin PBS 'Play and Learn Engineering' is an educational, fun-filled app that helps your preschoolers explore and learn engineering concepts. For details visit https://web.austinpbs.org/engineering." (Facebook)
  • "Bastrop Animal Shelter at 589 Cool Water Drive is looking for individuals to visit and adopt a puppy. If you've been thinking of adding a new member to your family, please consider adopting a fur baby! For information call 512-549-5160." (Nextdoor)
  • "Would you like to add a tree or a flower bed to your yard, or would you like to re-mulch your garden? Call 512-884-3499 and get a free estimate!" (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Gabriela Couvillion

About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!

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