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3 ways to enjoy your week in Austin

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Published on May 20, 2019
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Looking for something to do this week? From a conversation about the relations between America and China to a discussion with state lawmakers, here are some solid options to help you get social around town.

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World Spins Series: An Assessment of U.S.-China Relations

From the event description:

Two years into the Trump Administration, what is the current state of the U.S.-China relationship? The U.S.-China “trade war” has dominated headlines both in the United States and globally throughout 2018 and into 2019. But in what ways is the U.S.-China relationship of today different from that of early 2017? 

When: Tuesday, May 21, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Neill Cochran House & Museum, 2310 San Gabriel St., free parking available Via 23rd Street, entrance
Admission: Free
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'Hops & Pops'

From the event description:

Join Austin Tech Alliance for "Hops & Pops," a new series of fireside chats with community leaders. May will focus on voter education and bills that have been proposed and passed in the Texas Legislature. Our featured guest is James Slattery, who currently serves as Senior Voting Rights Attorney with Texas Civil Rights Project. James leads TCRP's initiative to boost high school voter registration rates in Texas, and encourage voting and civic participation by young voters. 

When: Tuesday, May 21, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: Capital Factory, 701 Brazos St., Voltron room, Floor 1
Admission: Free
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Conversation with State Representatives Gonzalez, Leach and Springer

From the event description:

Join The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about how the Texas House did during the 86th legislative session with state Reps. Mary Gonzalez, Jeff Leach and Drew Springer, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. 

When: Wednesday, May 22, 7:30-9 a.m.
Where: Studio 919 at The Texas Tribune, 919 Congress Ave., Floor 6
Admission: Free
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