Litter Cleanup

Join us volunteering for the annual [Keep Austin Beautiful Day](https://keepaustinbeautiful.org/volunteer/keep-austin-beautiful-day/). We have selected a Walnut Creek Greenbelt location that needs lots of help, but feel free to choose another location in your neighborhood. Wear / bring closed toe shoes, comfortable clothing that may get dirty, full water bottle. Tools, gloves, trash bags will be provided, or bring your own. Volunteers should REGISTER IN ADVANCE at [https://www.givepulse.com/event/851916-Walnut-Creek-Greenbelt-at-River-Oaks-Trail-Keep-Austin-Beautiful-Day](https://www.givepulse.com/event/851916-Walnut-Creek-Greenbelt-at-River-Oaks-Trail-Keep-Austin-Beautiful-Day) .

**\*\*\*RSVP ON MEETUP ALONE DOES NOT RESERVE A SPOT ON THE TRIP\*\*\*** **[About the Park](https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/caprock-canyons)** If you're looking for a stunning outdoor adventure, Caprock Canyons State Park in the Texas Panhandle is an absolute gem! This sprawling 15,000-acre park showcases gorgeous, rugged canyons shaped over time by wind and water, creating some truly breathtaking scenery. One of the coolest features? It's home to the official Texas State Bison Herd – you will spot these majestic animals roaming the landscape! With over 90 miles of trails, there's plenty to explore whether you're into hiking, biking, or horseback riding. The park also features prairie dog towns, camping options ranging from primitive sites to convenient drive-up spots, and spectacular viewpoints like Holmes Creek Canyon. Don't miss the Folsom Historic Site, a beautiful natural bridge, and the intriguing Fern Cave – they all add to your visit! **About the Work** The park rangers would like us to do trailway bridge work along with brushing trails. **About Transportation** Participants are responsible for their own transportation. Carpooling is encouraged; please contact other attendees on this trip to arrange your carpool. **About Lodging** We will be tent camping within the state park, at the South Prong area (no electrical or water). Participants are responsible for bringing their own camping equipment. **About Meals** Participants bring their own breakfasts and lunches. For evening meals, you and your cooking group (TBA) will feed the entire group one evening - this includes bringing and preparing the food, as well as dish patrol (washing pots/pans/etc.) **About Our Day Off** Sunday April 19 is our day to enjoy the park- participants can decide what they want to do during this day. There are usually hikes or other outings organized within the group. ***But wait - there’s more!*** On Saturday April 18, (after Palo Duro SP, and before Caprock Canyons SP) we get to check out a huge area nearby that is not open to the public, and won’t be for at least three years! The [Cross Bar Special Recreation Management Area](https://friendsofcrossbarsrma.org) is big - 11,883 acres. It is the only BLM land in Texas. We have received special permission to have them guide us across private property to get to the preserve. They are meeting us at the gate at 10:30am on Saturday April 18. It is about an hour drive from Palo Duro. The gate’s address is 9610 Brickplant Road, Amarillo, TX. After exploring the Cross Bar, many of us will proceed to Caprock Canyons State Park (2 hour drive) for another week long service project. **TO SIGN UP FOR CAPROCK CANYONS SP SERVICE PROJECT:** 1. **RSVP on Meetup.** The Meetup may show as full, but if you want to come, please sign up. There is usually plenty of turnover. 2. **Wait for approval from Trip Leaders, who might reach out for more details.** Hiking and camping in rugged wilderness areas takes extraordinary preparation, so we strive to make sure this trip is right for you. 3. **Contact information:** Send your name, cell number, and email address to **[stanpeyton@gmail.com](mailto:stanpeyton@gmail.com)** 4. **Complete the Medical Form [https://tinyurl.com/SCMedicalForm2021](https://tinyurl.com/SCMedicalForm2021).** Scan and email the form also to **[stanpeyton@gmail.com](mailto:stanpeyton@gmail.com)** (preferred) or to Stan Peyton’s mailing address below. 5. **Read the Participation Agreement and fill out Page 1** **[https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020](https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020)** 6. **Mail the forms to:** **Stan Peyton** **8408 Hanbridge Lane** **Austin, TX 78736** **VERY IMPORTANT - IF WE HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE ABOVE PAPERWORK WITHIN TEN DAYS OF YOUR SIGNING UP, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE TRIP.** ***Don’t sign up unless you are serious about attending.*** **YOU WILL NEED TO BRING:** **-Food and drink for all your breakfasts, snacks, and lunches.** **-6 gallons of potable water** (park water is high in nitrates and unpotable) **-Mess kit (plate/bowl, utensils, napkin)** **-Your cooking groups’ dinner ingredients & containers for leftovers** **-Tent and tent supplies (footprint, tent, fly, mallet, stakes)** **-Implements of sleeping (sleeping bag, pillow, earplugs)** **-Work gloves, eye protection, kneeling pad, trail tools, geologist hammer** **-Day pack to carry to work sites** **-Flashlight/headlamp** **-camp chair** **-Clothes for the weather, including long shirt, long pants, & boots for trail work, and rain gear** **-Personal prescriptions** **-Water bottle** **-Personal First Aid kit (include tweezers)** **-Sunscreen, bug spray** **ASCO group cooking equipment (large pots/pans, etc.) will be brought by Trip Leaders.**

All volunteers are required to register through the GivePulse link here: [REGISTER HERE](https://keepaustinbeautiful.givepulse.com/event/849779-treefolks-young-professionals-keep-austin-beautiful-day) Join us on April 18th for Keep Austin Beautiful Day! Keep Austin Beautiful Day is a city-wide day of service spanning over one hundred sites in all ten city council districts in the greater Austin area. During Keep Austin Beautiful Day, thousands of volunteers work together to remove litter, restore native habitats, and beautify neighborhoods. We will be meeting at Bull Creek District Park. Parking is available on site. Join us at Waterloo Ice House afterwards for lunch or a drink!

## 📖🍽️ Small Plates, Big Flavor Let’s kick off our Cookbook Club with sunshine flavors and share-able dishes inspired by the Mediterranean! For this gathering, everyone will choose a **one recipe from the that is Mediterranean**. Prepare it at home, and bring it to share. Think dips, small plates, bites, and light dishes—perfect for grazing, chatting, and tasting a little of everything. **How it works:** * 🌿 One Mediterranean-inspired dish for everyone * 🍢 Each guest brings **one dish** (finger foods encouraged!) * 🏷️ Label your dish with the recipe name (and copies of the recipe to share if you want). * 🥂 We’ll sample, mingle, and swap notes on favorites and easy wins **No pressure, all fun:** * Shortcuts and store-bought helpers are welcome * All cooking levels encouraged * This is about enjoying food and great company—not being fancy ✨ We’ll vote on: * Crowd favorite bite * Best “easy but impressive” dish * Which theme we cook from next 👩‍🍳 **Guest limit: 8** We’re keeping this intimate so everyone can taste, talk, and connect. Once full, the waitlist opens! Come ready to graze, sip, and travel the Mediterranean—one delicious bite at a time. 🍋🫒🥖

The Council of Solace is a special meditation where we gather to direct our spiritual energy to help bring about healing and peace to the world. Many people do this as part of a daily practice in service of others and find it to be a personally enriching experience that provides them with a sense of renewal. Please join us as we gather for a noontime meditation each weekday.

Casual open play pickleball for all levels, including beginners. Equipment: You will need to purchase a paddle, or you can rent one from the front desk. We play with “outdoor” balls. Usually our group has some but it’s a good idea to bring them just in case. I highly recommend wearing a good quality court shoe and comfortable athletic wear. Players **Must*** use this link to register. https://apexpbclubs.podplay.app/community/events/caacc51d-b16c-462c-b6c5-efff1a04a72f Spots are limited so sign up early. Cost is $12 per person ($10.80 for Apex members). Apex is an indoor facility with a pro shop and restaurant/bar on site. You do not need to be a member to play. The purpose of this group is to enjoy the game and introduce new people to the pickleball community. By signing up you agree to be willing to play with people who are at different skill and experience levels, and show kindness and respect to all players at all times.

Our Council of Solace, Healing Mediation is Open to the Public. Personal Healing - World Harmony - Universal Attunement - Spiritual Energy - Inner Peace - Cosmic Consciousness Details: Fourth Sunday of each month (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas) from 5:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Doors Open at 5:00 p.m. for Meet & Greet. Council of Solace begins at 5:15 p.m. Please arrive 15 minutes early as doors lock promptly at 5:15 p.m.

Another one of my favorite outside venues! And this band is amazing! Come join me for fun with dancing, maybe singing along, socializing and I’m sure drinking will be done! Details below, copied from one of our amazing fellow groups: °Join us for a FREE live concert with North of Luck-Austin's high-energy cover band spinning rock hits and party favorites all night long Bring your lawn chairs, dancing shoes, and good vibes! Meet us for a bite to eat and socialize. No cover. Free parking. Let's rock Cedar Park -see you at the birdy!

Join us volunteering for the annual [Keep Austin Beautiful Day](https://keepaustinbeautiful.org/volunteer/keep-austin-beautiful-day/). We have selected a Walnut Creek Greenbelt location that needs lots of help, but feel free to choose another location in your neighborhood. Wear / bring closed toe shoes, comfortable clothing that may get dirty, full water bottle. Tools, gloves, trash bags will be provided, or bring your own. Volunteers should REGISTER IN ADVANCE at [https://www.givepulse.com/event/851916-Walnut-Creek-Greenbelt-at-River-Oaks-Trail-Keep-Austin-Beautiful-Day](https://www.givepulse.com/event/851916-Walnut-Creek-Greenbelt-at-River-Oaks-Trail-Keep-Austin-Beautiful-Day) .

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

**💖 New Orleans Zoom Speed Dating – Personality & Age Matched** A hosted online speed dating experience for New Orleans locals. Each round is a brief one-on-one Zoom chat with a New Orleans local paired by age and personality. A host keeps the pace comfortable. **Find your age group below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=471.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=New%20Orleans&groupurlname=soul-searching-boys-queer-dating-nights&ar=18-32&face_v=15.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=471.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=New%20Orleans&groupurlname=soul-searching-boys-queer-dating-nights&ar=30-46&face_v=15.0) **⚠️ Heads up — RSVPing here isn't enough.** Register through your age group link below and complete the quiz. Capacity is limited. --- 🎯 **Especially useful for:** - Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting - ✨ Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings **At a glance** - **Format:** Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video dates - **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you 🧭 **How the session runs** 1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above. 2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest. 💡 **Tip:** Just be yourself. That's always the best approach. **Frequently Asked Questions** **Do I need anything besides Zoom?** Just Zoom, a webcam, and Wi-Fi. That's it. **How long are the chats?** **Do I need experience?** **What's the personality quiz for?** --- ✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. 💘 ✨ Short-form version for faster scanning. Built for clarity over length. Less samey, more alive.

Dodgeball is back again! If you’ve been wanting to come out, this is an easy one to join. We’ll be playing for about 1.5 to 2 hours, you do not need to bring any equipment, and no experience is needed. We use a specific set of rules and equipment to make the games run better and keep them fun for everybody, not just people who already know how to play. If it rains, the event will be canceled.

**💞 Online Speed Dating via Zoom – Connect with Cleveland Singles Tonight!** The point of this online speed dating event is not just the content. It is the room, the host, and the feeling that people are joining something they can return to. A hosted online speed dating experience for Cleveland locals. You'll cycle through short one-on-one video chats with Cleveland locals matched to you by age and personality. A host keeps the evening flowing smoothly. **Find your age group below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=refined-journeys-for-local-single-hearts&ar=18-32&face_v=15.0) - ⚡ **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=refined-journeys-for-local-single-hearts&ar=30-46&face_v=15.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=refined-journeys-for-local-single-hearts&ar=40-58&face_v=15.0) **⚠️ Your RSVP doesn't guarantee a place.** Click your age group link below, register, and take the personality quiz to lock in your spot. Limited places. --- 🎯 **Great fit for:** - Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings - Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience - Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting 🛠 **What the flow looks like** 1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above. 2. **Complete the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest. 4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Cleveland locals. 📌 **What to know** - **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds - ✨ **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you - 🚀 **Host:** Experienced host steering the session 💡 **Tip:** Just be yourself. That's always the best approach. --- ✨ Your next match could be one Zoom call away. 💝 ✨ Quick version: this one gets straight to the point. Fast to read, easy to act on. 🤝 **Community angle** - The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly - The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming - Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum We are building this around repeat faces, good energy, and a community that grows event by event.

Details Let's join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!) Taco Bar Margarita and Beer tasting Complementary chips and salsa Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase Freshly prepared snacks in the deli for purchase Festive Band/Music Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar: $15.00 per person (covers 4 Margarita or beer samples and one pass thru the Taco Bar) Where: #MarketDistrict (Grandview Yard) location. The party room (our private space) will be decorated with both patios open! Adjoining upstairs area also open for over flow and mingling. After Party: Sometimes, we head to a venue to hear live music afterwards. LDNL is at Black Swan in Hilliard tonight! Wear your bright colors and cheerful !Salud!