Immigrant Affairs

Citizenship Clinic Information Session 1: Saturday, August 16, 2025

Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Citizenship Clinic Information Session 2: Thursday, August 21, 2025

Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Citizenship Clinic Information Session 3: Saturday, August 30, 2025

Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Citizenship Clinic Information Session 4: September 4, 2025

Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Fall Citizenship Clinic: September 13th, 2025

Time: 9am to 2pm

Date + Time

Event + Description

Location

Interpretation Provided

Event Host/Parner

Wednesday, Sept. 3

6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Scoops & Stories

RSVP here

Grab a treat and enjoy thoughtful conversation with guest speaker Usha Akella — poet, speaker, and founder of global women’s initiatives — as we explore the power of storytelling to preserve culture and build connection.

Connect with neighbors, friends, and community members in a nostolgic space - an ice cream shop.

Dumont Creamery & Cafe, Cedar Park, 601 W New Hope Dr Suite 106 Building 1, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Tuesday, Sept. 9

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Welcoming Week Community Health & Resource Fair

No RSVP needed; see flyers in multiple languages here

No appointment necessary! Join us for MAP enrollment, free health screenings, resources from community vendors and free giveaways!

Friday, Sept. 12

10:00 am to 11:00 am

Naturalization Ceremony - EVENT NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Individuals who have applied for naturalization will take their final step to becoming a U.S. citizen, where they will take an Oath of Allegiance to the United States, publicly affirming their commitment and receiving their Certificate of Naturalization.

Friday, Sept. 12

12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Welcoming Week Kickoff Celebration: "The Stories We Share - City of Austin"

RSVP at bit.ly/wwkickoffatx2025

Saturday, Sept. 13

9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Citizenship Clinic

Must have attended an information session to determine eligibility; learn more here

The Citizenship Clinic helps the first 55 people in line to complete their N-400 application for naturalization with the help from immigration attorneys.

Saturday, Sept. 13

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Celebrating Our Cultura

RSVP here

This event is dedicated to uplifting our local immigrant ATX Latinx artist community. We invite the immigrant community to come together to share resources, offer guidance, and develop action plans during this time of political uncertainty. The event will feature a panel of local leaders and resources, along with networking opportunities, a Q&A session, circle time for connection, and performances. The event is free and open to the public, but to ensure the safety and well-being of all attendees, we kindly ask everyone to register via this FORM to confirm attendance.

Saturday, Sept. 13

10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Mis Quince: Demostración de Peinado

No RSVP needed; Learn more here

Are you getting ready for your quinceañera? Join us for this free workshop. Come and learn how to create an updo for this big celebration!

Saturday, Sept. 13

12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

African Folktales! With Elizabeth Kahura 

No RSVP needed; Learn more here

Enjoy folktales, fables, myths, music, poems, proverbs, riddles, jokes, AND tongue twisters in English and Swahili with Elizabeth Kahura, an educator, storyteller, and performer from Kenya! 

Sunday, Sept. 14

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Trail Takeover for Palestine

No RSVP needed

Please join us for our next Trail Takeover for Palestine! We will be beautifying our community while making Palestine unavoidable. From Palestine to Mexico, ALL are welcome here in Austin. Clean-up supplies will be provided.

Sunday, Sept. 14

12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Refugee Welcome Week Art, Food, and Crafts Bazaar

No RSVP needed; Learn more here

Building off the success of similar prior events in partnership with Global Impact Initiative (GII), the TownLake YMCA will host an expanded festival that highlights craftsmanship and culinary skills. GII is an Austin-based nonprofit serving the local refugee community. GII staff and volunteers will help organize and conduct a Refugee Art & Food Festival at the TownLake YMCA center. *Food and art are for purchase.

Sunday, Sept. 14

3:00 pm to 7:00pm

Community Well-Being Circle

Learn more here or follow @kalpulli_texas_quetzalcoatl on Instagram

Come celebrate an evening of free natural therapies, cacao, music, loteria, talks, activities for the children, art & community.

Monday, Sept. 15

6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Fiesta del Grito de la Independencia de México

RSVP here

Este evento gratuito y abierto al público conmemora el 215 aniversario del inicio de la Independencia de México. El momento culminante de la noche será la emotiva recreación del Grito de Independencia a cargo del Cónsul General de México en Austin, Humberto Hernández Haddad.

La celebración contará con la participación del Ballet Folklórico Roy Lozano, Mariachi Capital, agrupaciones musicales, un mercado de artesanías mexicanas, feria de recursos comunitarios —con información sobre servicios de salud, migración, e historia compartida de Texas, México y Austin—, así como actividades para niñas y niños.

This free event marks the 215th anniversary of the beginning of the independence of Mexico. The highlight of the evening will be when Cónsul General of México Humberto Hernández Haddad reenacts the cry for independence.

Entertainment will feature the Roy Lozano Ballet Folklórico, Mariachi Capital and other bands. The event will include a Mexican artisan mercado; a community resource fair with information on health care, immigration and the Texas, Mexico and Austin shared history; as well as children’s activities.

Republic Square Park - 422 Guadalupe Street, Austin, TX 78701

Need transportation?

Tuesday, Sept. 16

6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Immigration Policy Changes and Family Preparedness Webinar

Register here

Texas Immigration Law Council will provide updates on recent changes in immigration law and policy and offer insights on how everyone can exercise their constitutional rights to keep them and their communities safe.
 

Wednesday, Sept. 17

12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Pathways to Mental Healing: Toolkit Information Session

Register here

This one-hour workshop will be presented in English with Spanish interpretation and will address the urgent need for mental health services in the underserved Hispanic community. Participants will also receive information about Greater Austin YMCA Counseling services provided in Spanish and available at low-cost. Lunch will be provided. 

East Communities YMCA - 5315 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78723

Wednesday, Sept. 17

1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Talk Time - Improve Your English Conversation! / Mejore su conversación en inglés!

Learn more here

Talk Time is a program for English conversation practice with other English language learners and English speaking volunteers. No registration is necessary. The program is open to any adult who speaks some English and wants an informal and safe place to practice with others.
 

Wednesday, Sept. 17

6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Civic Health Happy Hour

No RSVP needed

This fun and interactive workshop will cover how the City of Austin’s government works, how residents can make their voices heard, how to contact city departments to address issues, how to access valuable city assistance programs and how to make community change. 

East Communities YMCA - 5315 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78723

Thursday, Sept. 18

6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Pathways to Mental Healing: Toolkit Information Session

  No RSVP needed

This one-hour workshop will be conducted in Spanish with English interpretation and will address the urgent need for mental health services in the underserved Hispanic community. Participants will also receive information about Greater Austin YMCA Counseling services provided in Spanish and available at low-cost.

North Austin YMCA - Address: 1000 W Rundberg Ln, Austin, TX 78758

Friday, Sept. 19

12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

BizAid Business Orientation hosted by Austin Economic Development

Before starting your business or establishing a brick-and-mortar presence, learn what resources are available to you in Austin. BizAid Business Orientation is an introductory class designed to equip aspiring business owners with the knowledge and resources to kickstart their entrepreneurial journey seamlessly. Navigate the intricate landscape of city, state, and federal regulations and gain invaluable insights into the City of Austin's development process for commercial properties. Empower yourself with the tools, guidance, and support to transform your business dream into a tangible reality. 

Virtual on Zoom

Register here

Saturday, Sept. 20

10:30 am to 11:30 am

Ukranian Storytime

No RSVP needed; Learn more here

Come join us for Ukrainian storytime! Children ages 4-8 years old and their parents are welcome to enjoy exciting stories and activities. 

Saturday, Sept. 20

10:30 am to 11:30 am

Bilingual Yoga with Aneika | Yoga Bilingue con Aneika

No RSVP needed; Learn more here

Bilingual Yoga in Spanish and English for all levels is a practice that focuses on body awareness and connection with the breath. This class offers gentle movement and time for meditation and relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothes. The library has mats to share. 

Southeast Library Branch - 5803 Nuckols Crossing Rd, Austin, TX 78744

Saturday, Sept. 20

12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Civic Health Workout

No RSVP needed

This fun and interactive workshop covers how the City of Austin’s government works, how residents can make their voices heard, how to contact city departments to address issues, how to access valuable city assistance programs and how to make community change. 

TownLake YMCA - 1100 W Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78703

Saturday, Sept. 20

1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Library 101 - Passport Services

Learn more here

Please join us for an information session about the Library Passport Services. Learn everything you need to get your passport quickly and easily! 

University Hills Branch - 4721 Loyola Ln, Austin, TX 78723

Sunday, Sept. 21

9:00 am to 11:00 am

Bilingual Art & Nature Walk

No RSVP needed

Join staff from the Austin Parks and Recreation,  Cities Connecting Children to Nature , Urban Forest Program, and Ecology Action of Texas for a bilingual art & nature walk! Bilingual environmental educators will talk about the preserve, the plants and animals you can find there, and the importance of protecting our waterways. You can also enjoy the various art installations along the way!