Around Town: Week of July 23rd

Monday, July 24

WomanSpeak AustinSharpen your public speaking schools at this instructive event that aims to teach women communication techniques to make them more confident speakers. Meet other women and learn how to make your voice more powerful!

Austin Speed Networking | Business ProfessionalsYou may have tried speed dating, but how about speed networking?  Meet other business professionals in Austin to help grow your network in a speed setting. Ticket purchase required.

Tuesday, July 25

Empowering a Billion Women by 2020 – Austin Chapter MeetingMix and mingle with other women looking to empower each other at the EBW monthly meeting. Guest speaker Courtney Santana will also speak on “Dealing with the Unknown.” Cost is free for members, $10 for nonmembers.

Wednesday, July 26

Smart Series: Creating a Culture that Engages and Retains MillennialsMillenials have different habits than any other generation, so its important to learn how to appeal to them as customers, but also how to retain them as employees. This lecture will instruct you on how to keep millenials engaged and focused on your brand.

Power Chats with Camp GenVolunteer with the Austin Young Women’s Alliance to help inspire young girls. Volunteers will help introduce young women to potential career options and introduce them to new skills.

YWA New Member Happy HourAre you a new member of the Young Women’s Alliance? Then head on over to the W Hotel for two hours of mingling with other new members. Happy hour priced drinks are available for the first hour.

Thursday, July 27

YWA Workout Class-The Barre Code AustinGet a great workout Thursday night by registering to attend this event hosted by YWA with special pricing! Once class is finished post workout snacks will be provided. Must be a member of YWA and must register to attend.

Babes Fest 2017You cannot miss this 3-day event, starting on Thursday! Join #BossBabesATX for three nights of comedy, film, music and art. Help support other self-identifying women by attending this fun festival!

Friday, July 28

ART on 5th presents “Disney POP!” opening receptionAre you a Disney fan? Than you can’t miss this exhibition, featuring pop art portrayals of Mickey, Minnie and the rest of their friends. Featuring work by artists like Trevor Carlton, Tennessee Loveless, and Tim Rogerson, guests can expect to see their favorite Disney characters in a whole new light. Admission is free.

Saturday, July 29

Texas Guadaloop Fundraiser PartyHelp Texas company Guadaloop get to LA to compete against 20 other teams from across the globe in SpaceX’s Hyperloop Pod Competition. Guadaloop has uncovered a new way to to increase efficiency in high-speed transportation by using air as fuel. Check out what they can do and enjoy drinks and small bits at this unique event!

Austin Empty Bowl Project presents 3rd Annual Summer Concert: Singing for Their SupperSupport Meals on Wheels and Central Texas Food Bank at this outdoor concert. Hosted by the Austin Empty Bowl Project, this concert will feature performances by Honeyhouse, The Homeslippers and Ben Balmer. Ticket purchase required.

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