Computer Programming reschedule!

Hey! Tonight’s class is going to be rescheduled to Monday, 8 April. The instructor – me – is in the process of moving into a new coop he helped found and doesn’t want to give Free Skool or his house less than 100% of his attention.

Monday, one of the topics will be a JavaScript tutorial, explaining how http://IsItChristmas.com can correctly tell you it’s Christmas based on your time zone, country and language.

If you have other ideas, questions, or comments, you can reach Gatlin at rokenrol@gmail.com.

February Month in Review

Hello everyone! February just happened, as it usually does this time of year, and we grew and learned quite a bit. First, the highlight reel:

• Yes, Ma’am! Feminist Discussion has been happening – and will continue to happen – at Sasona Coop at 8:00pm. The next class is March 26th. They’ve covered some great topics: weddings and marriage, animal rights, and sex workers. Come by next week!
• Computer Programming is weathering oncoming storm of mid-terms. Stay tuned for specifics but we’re assembling a very interesting array of programmers young and old. (If you caught the pun, pat yourself on the back.) Drop by the 21st Street Co-op on Thursdays at 9:00pm and get your nerd on.
• Fortune Telling is continuing at Spider House, predictably. 🙂 Mondays at 9:00pm, yo.
• Documentary Tuesday no longer happens weekly but are hosted at Treasure City Thrift on the last Tuesday of the month.
• Film Acting will be taking place March 18th
• We promoted a fun but fledgling salsa class, and if you’re interested let us know!
• We’re about to drop some changes to the website that you should be oh-so excited about.
• Most importantly: we still need you to participate!

That’s quite a bit for volunteers with no budget! And it works because we have awesome people contributing their time and effort. Thank you volunteers!

We all benefit when we share ideas and knowledge, so stop by Tom’s Tabooley at 5pm on Sundays and meet with us. We want your ideas! Feed us your ideas!

Computer Programming apology!

Hey everyone! First, happy heart day if that’s your thing.

Second, I was a few minutes late to my class today. As a result, I’m told someone showed up and left.

First and foremost: I’m sorry. Extremely so. Secondly, I want to make it up to you!

I’m starting a project to revamp our website and create an RSVP system so we can be in contact before the class starts. Show up next week and we can work it out!

Next Thursday is going to be awesome. Thanks everyone!

– Gatlin

Everyone watch out! We’re about to add a slew of new classes!

This new session (semester? oh my) of Austin Free Skool is already jam packed with lots of fun and interesting workshops, classes, and lectures. So many, in fact, that our tireless volunteers haven’t updated this website yet! But we’re working on it. Stay tuned!

Puppet Making & Creative Political Action Workshop

 

 

The Event went splendidly! Join us on February 3rd for the next workshop!

Successful Meeting

There was a good turnout and 8 new class proposals!

Class Proposal Deadline (January 20th)

Hey everyone, we are setting up our calendar for February & March! If you have always wanted to teach but were waiting to see if the world would end… well it didn’t! Now is the time! Get involved in Austin Free Skool!

We are looking for class leaders, volunteers, collective members, event planners, promoters, & trying to partner with other organizations. If you are interested come join us at our first collective meeting this year on January 13th!

Puppet Making & Creative Political Action Workshop

Workers Defense Project and Austin Free Skool is having a puppet-making and creative political action workshop! We will be creating puppets for our We Build Texas! march happening next February that will represent the problems workers face in the construction industry. To check out what the Coalition of Immokalee Workers has done in the past, please click here. **No specific skills required: we will teach you all you need to know** We hope to see you there!

¿Eres creativo? ¿Te gustaria aprender a construir muñecos gigantes? ¿Quieres participar en una buena causa? ¡Pues tienes suerte! Acompáñanos el Domingo 13 de Enero, a las 1:30-5pm en 5604 Manor. Proyecto Defensa Laboral y Austin Free Skool tendrá un taller sobre la acción política creativa y cómo construir muñecos gigantes. Luego estaremos construyendo varios muñecos gigantes para la gran marcha que vamos a tener el próximo febrero, que se llama ¡Construimos Texas! Mirar lo que Coalition de Immokalee Workers hicieron, por favor aga click aquí. **No se requiere conocimiento previo solo muchas ganas, por que aquí aprenderemos juntos** ¡Te esperamos!

We’re Back!

Hey Everyone,
We’re back from the winter interim and here are some updates on whats been going on with Austin Free Skool!

1. We are currently setting up a new website that will look super glamorous and be more practical and resourceful!
2. Increasing our physical presence and trying to build more partnerships throughout the community!
3. We have recently obtained fiscal sponsorship thanks to College Houses and are eligible to apply for grants!
4. Working on the Feb/March Calendar and other media

Check the calendar for events & If you would like to get involved please send us an email!
Happy New Year!

Thanks for a Great Year!

Hey Everyone! Thank you so much for all of your support throughout this year! We are so grateful and hope the holidays treat everyone splendidly.

Currently all classes and meetings have finished for the year but have no worries! We will resume on January 13th and be having an opening party! Stay posted and happy new year! Also if you would like to get on the mailing list send an email to: austinfreeskool@gmail.com