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We have a great group of people that pass a lot of referrals and help generate business for each other. \*Please note that if your profession is already taken then you will not be able to give your 45 second elevator pitch. Filled Categories: (Please ask to see if your category is available) [Chapter Roster](https://bnidfw.com/en-US/chapterdetail?chapterId=BI09fM6G15KZg0sXXNFhyQ%3D%3D&name=BNI%20BUSINESS%20BY%20REFERRAL)

Join us at Red Horn Coffee and Brewing for our Business Networking luncheon in the Cedar Park & Leander area. Connect with fellow professionals, foster business growth, and enjoy the interactive and referral-driven atmosphere of our group. We also contribute to local charities, making our networking experience not only beneficial for your business but also for the community. Don't miss out—come network with us! **Agenda:** \- Open Networking and Lunch Order \- Announcements and Updates \- Introductions \- Networking Activity or Spotlight Speaker \- Open Networking 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 BXN S𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀: 👉 [Farmers Insurance](https://agents.farmers.com/tx/buda/ronald-marchiani/) 👉 [Bradenn Pools](https://bradennpools.com/) 👉 [Keyss - Think Tech. Think Keyss.](https://keyssinc.com/) 👉 [Luna Tech - Managed IT Services](https://lunatechteam.com/) 👉 [American Eagle Plumbing](https://americaneagleplumbing.net/) 👉 [Dolan Mortgage Team](https://dolanloans.com/) 👉 [Genuine Automotive & Diesel](https://genuineautomotive.net/) 👉 [Balarini Floors](https://www.balarinifloors.com/) 👉 [KingFiher Roofing](https://www.kingfisherroofing.com/) 👉 [CESHKER Group - Law & Title Offices](https://www.ceshker.com/) 👉 [Horizon Realty](BuyWithBatya.com) 👉 [Truist Financial](https://www.truist.com/) 👉 [Dynamic Electrical Service ](https://www.facebook.com/DynamicTX/) 👉 [Temperature Pro ](https://temperaturepro.com/round-rock-tx/) [Learn more about BXN](https://bxnmembers.com/) We look forward to seeing you soon! BXN Leadership Team #bxn #businessexchangenetwork #supportlocalbusinesses #networking

This is a free, confidential \*\* in person \*\* support group for LGBTQiA+ identified persons, as well as family, friends, and allies of LGBTQiA+ people. WHAT TO EXPECT: We gather at 6:45 pm. We start at 7:00 pm and end at 8:30 pm. Attendees participate in a sharing circle where people discuss issues, ask questions, offer personal experiences, suggest advice and solutions, etc. Attendees have different journeys and experiences, which makes for a large fount of useful and beneficial information, tips, and advice. You may participate in the discussion, or just observe: whatever you feel comfortable doing. Every meeting is different and you will probably find the discussion interesting. You will feel a sense of being connected to others as they share and discuss issues. The discussion is moderated by a facilitator to ensure fairness and to meet the needs of all the attendees. Topics vary by month and by meeting depending upon the needs of those who attend. New attendees almost universally feel very glad that they attended our support groups. While our support groups are for the LGBTQiA+ community and their loved ones and allies, we would also like to encourage significant others of transgender and gender diverse loved ones to join our support groups. We gather at 6:45 pm. We start at 7:00 pm and end at 8:30 pm. **NOTE:** even though many of our support group meetings are held in churches, PFLAG Austin is agnostic with respect to religion. We do not endorse nor discuss religion in our support groups. ABOUT PFLAG AUSTIN: we are a chapter of a national non-profit organization that provides free, confidential support groups for Austin, Texas area LGBTQiA+ persons, along with their family and friends. If you, or someone you care about, has come out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer, then PFLAG Austin meeting is a great place for you to be!

**Come join our group of fun and fabulous friends!** **Please note that is a dog friendly event!** We meet and socialize outside on the Whitestone Brewery patio which is completely open to our four-legged friends. If you are looking to make new friends, you have come to the right place. And we offer an opportunity to get in some exercise. The exercise is a bonus and OPTIONAL! We want you to come hang out more than anything. Too cold or too hot or too whatever might keep you from exercising, but please just show up and honor us with your presence. And Whitestone Brewery has offered us Happy Hour pricing for this event! We will meet at 6:30 pm on the patio of Whitestone Brewery to **start our Run/Walk at 6:40 pm**. Please come prepared if you are going to run or walk. It is always important to be hydrated. If you are new to the event, I will make sure you have a "veteran" to run/walk with on the course. See you there, Mike

***Thank you to our sponsors!*** * ***[Q2](https://www.q2.com/) is providing the venue!*** * ***The organizers are providing drinks.*** **Note: We do not have a food sponsor this month, so please plan accordingly!** This month **Shishir Tewari** will be speaking on ***GraphRAG in Action - Al-Driven Insights from Golden Data*** *Discover how GraphRAG transforms chaotic, disjointed corporate data into actionable natural language insights. This session explores a three-phase architecture, offline entity resolution, Neo4j knowledge graphs, and local LLMs, that eliminates hallucinations and securely bridges the gap between raw data and business intelligence.* Want to speak? [Let us know here](http://bit.ly/2H9Xkgu) Want to sponsor? [Let us know here](http://bit.ly/2VvPBxb)

**Easy Walk • Fresh Air • Real Connection in Cedar Park** Looking for a simple way to unwind, get outside, and meet new people in Cedar Park? Join us for a relaxed evening **walking meetup at Lakeline Park**, one of Cedar Park’s hidden gems featuring scenic trails, open green space, and peaceful water views. Whether you’re new to the area or just looking to connect with others, this is an easy, welcoming way to get out of the house and into good company. This isn’t a power walk or a fitness challenge, it’s about **movement, conversation, and connection**. We’ll keep a relaxed, easy pace that works for all fitness levels, with plenty of space for casual conversations along the trail. The vibe is low-pressure and social, making it easy to meet new people whether you come solo or with a friend. These walking events are part of a growing effort to create **consistent, low-pressure social meetups around Austin and Cedar Park**, simple ways to show up, get outside, and build real connections. Park in the lot nearest the Kayak rental and we will meet at the launch to start the 2.5 mile loop. **RSVP Reminder:** If you RSVP, please do your best to attend or update your RSVP. Smaller events like this work best when everyone who signs up shows up.

### **Guided Personal Development Book Club & Open Group Coaching** This free, ongoing book club features ideas and discussion inspired by various Personal Development Books. Reading the books are optional. Led by local Certified Professional Life Coach, Lisa Concepcion, This group provides a safe space for connection and open conversation about topics such as. * Codependency or over-giving / people pleasing * Anxious attachment * Low self-worth or self-trust * Difficulty setting boundaries * Attracting emotionally unavailable or narcissistic partners * Manifesting your ideal relationship * Reinvention after break-ups / divorce * Navigating Tricky Relationships (what to say and how to say it). This is **not therapy**—it’s a guided personal development conversation led by a Certified Professional Life Coach. ### How This Book Club Works Each meeting includes: * A brief overview of a key concept from the book * Open discussion and reflection * Group coaching offering clarity, insights and guidance * Real-life application to relationships, boundaries, and self-growth ***You do not need to attend every session and you do not need to finish the book to participate. Each session stands alone.*** ### Open Group Coaching Format This book club functions like a fun, dynamic, empowering, **group coaching space**: * You’re welcome to ask questions * Share experiences * Learn from others * Gain clarity about your own emotional patterns * Get insights and ideas to move you forward Many people find that hearing others’ experiences creates powerful insight and validation. ### Who This Is For * Adults interested in emotional healing and personal growth * People who grew up feeling unseen, unheard, or emotionally unsupported * Anyone working through relationship patterns or self-worth issues * Those curious about why they repeat the same emotional dynamics * People who want to meet like minded, high conscious people who self reflect and are working to be better. * People who crave connection In Real Life and value intelligent, meaningful, deeper conversation. * People who are open to making new friends. This group is respectful, confidential, and growth-focused. What happens in book club, stays in book club. This is the group membership oath. Free Event!

***Over 52% of the world soil is degraded and scientists warn we may have only a few decades of fertile soil left. As Sadhguru shares, soil is a living system—and when it degrades, our food, health, and future are at risk.*** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyT-6qiubd0 🚶‍♂️🌎***This Earth Day, Join the Walk for Children-2026 Save Soil Walkathon here in Austin and help raise awareness about soil for the future of our children!*** Every step you take helps: ✔️ 1. Raise awareness in your communities about protecting and restoring soil. ✔️ 2. Supports sustainable food systems. ✔️ 3. Helps secure our children’s future. 📅 Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026 📍 Location: Champion Park 3830 Brushy Creek Road Cedar Park, TX 78613 ⏰ Time: 7:30am - 10:00am 👉 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-for-children-2026-save-soil-walkathon-in-austin-tx-registration-1985883072729?aff=oddtdtcreator 👉🏼***Free and Open to All.*** Share this message and bring your neighbors, friends & family along to celebrate our planet! Let’s make it happen!

DONT WORRY! YOU CAN STILL ATTEND THE EVENT! We have reached Max Limit on Meetup but don't worry! You can still attend!! Life can be a circus sometimes. Too many things to juggle. too much noise, not enough places to sit down... Enchanted Journal Club is a little corner of the tent where a community of makers gathers to put the props down and make something for themselves. Journal, collage, scrapbook, or work on whatever project you’ve been putting off. Come when you can, leave when you want. No performance required 🎪✨📓 View our Instagram or LinkTree for more info!

***[CLICK HERE TO VIEW MORE DETAILS](https://pinballz.com/events/anime-arcade-anime-day-celebration/)*** The **Anime Alliance of Austin is back at Pinballz Lake Creek** to celebrate their biggest holiday yet: National Anime Day! Join us **Saturday, April 25th**, for an afternoon filled with anime, cosplay, raffles, and so much more for the family to enjoy. Come hang out with the AAoA community and celebrate everything there is to love about anime and Japanese culture. _________________________________________________________ **Anime Arcade Highlights:** * **Meet The Community:** Gather with fellow anime enthusiasts and meet members of the AAoA community group. * **Chibi Artist Alley:** Shop local vendors and artists as they bring their best anime merch, fanart, and collectables. * **Cosplay Contests:** Compete for awesome prizes and show off your craftsmanship in the kid and adult cosplay contests. * **Food & Drinks:** Enjoy food from Mikki’s Tavern scratch kitchen, a mobile bar with themed drinks, and two full bars serving beer, cocktails, & more. * **Community Panels:** Take part in community-run panels and mini-games, exploring various aspects of anime, manga, and Japanese culture. * **After Party DJ:** Keep the energy going late into the night with an 18+ after party, featuring a live DJ. _________________________________________________________ **Event Schedule:** * 4:00 PM: Doors Open, Artist Alley & Community Hangout Begins * 5:30 PM: First Community Panel * 6:45 PM: Door Raffle Giveaway * 7:00 PM: Cosplay Contests (Kids & Adults) * 8:15 PM: Evening Panel * 9:00 PM: Transition to 18+ Late Night Mixer * 9:30 PM: 18+ Panel * 10:30 PM: DJ Mixer & After Party *\*\*\*Schedule subject to change as panels and programming are finalized.* _________________________________________________________ **Chibi Artist Alley:** Every anime con needs an artist alley! From retrogaming to modern anime trends, shop and support local vendors during the event. _________________________________________________________ **Themed Drink Menu:** Enjoy one of our feature themed cocktails or mocktails, available throughout the event at our mobile bar. (Must be 21+ with valid ID to order alcoholic drinks.) _________________________________________________________ **18+ Late Night Mixer:** When the sun goes down, the party comes around! For guests 18 and over, enjoy an evening filled with interactive games and a dance featuring a live DJ. *\*\*\*Guests must have a valid ID to be permitted into the Late Night Mixer.* _________________________________________________________ **Cosplay Contest:** Want to show off your latest cosplay creation? Sign up for the cosplay contest! Whether this is your first contest or your twentieth, all experiences and ages are welcome to participate. * **Kids Contest:** Open to ages 17 and under. Prizes and winner certificates will be awarded to Top 3 overall costumes. * **Adults Contest:** Open to ages 18 and over. Prizes and winner certificates will be awarded to Top 3 overall costumes. _________________________________________________________ **Anime Arcade Event Details:** * **Date:** Saturday, April 25th, 2026 * **Time:** 4 PM – 12 AM * **Location:** Pinballz Lake Creek * **Address:** 13729 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78750 * **Admission:** Free to Attend

Come draw with us at our monthly meeting at Gong Cha (RR 620 location). This is a casual drawing meetup for anyone who likes to create art/draw, no matter their experience level.

Make sure to come prepared with something to draw/illustrate with, which can include: tablets, paper and pencil, sketchbooks, notepads, paint (ex. watercolor), markers, colored pencils, etc. There is no theme; just come out and have fun! While at the event, it is *not* mandatory but encouraged to purchase an item to support Gong Cha’s hospitality. Thank you! ☺️

Saturday In-Person Writing Session – Join Us! Join us every Saturday at 9 AM for a live writing session at Lamppost Coffee on E Main in Round Rock. Whether you're diving into your novel, working on a short story, or just looking to get some words on the page, this is a welcoming space for writers of all kinds. * Drop in anytime during the session * Get feedback, give feedback, or just write * Say hello and meet fellow local writers Interested in organizing a future write-in, attending a writing conference, or submitting to a flash fiction contest? Let us know! We’re always looking for new ways to support our writing community and sharpen our craft. **Lamppost Coffee** 201 E Main St #101, Round Rock, TX 78664 If you don't see us at the big table in the front, check in the back room! See you on Saturday!

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

Let’s meet and share our thoughts about Carson McCullers’ novella, The Ballad of The Sad Café.

This month we’ll be reading Assassin’s Apprentice by Robin Hobb. Feel free to come even if you don’t finish the book!

Posting this early because seemingly all Sundays in May are holidays or busy! I picked a shorter thriller that's hopefully a fast read/listen. [Columbus library link to book](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3458940) Location: Grandview Cafe, *1455 W. 3rd Ave*, Columbus, OH 43212 [Menu](https://www.grandviewcafe.com/menu) Book summary: Daniel leads a rich life in the university town of Athens, Georgia. He's got a couple close friends, a steady paycheck working for a regional airline, and of course, for a few glorious days each Fall, college football tailgates. He considers himself to be a mostly lucky guy -- despite the fact that he's suffered from a debilitating disease since he was a small child, one that has left him unable to speak or to move without a wheelchair. Largely confined to his home, Daniel spends the hours he's not online communicating with irate air travelers observing his neighborhood from his front porch. One young woman passes by so frequently that spotting her out the window has almost become part of his daily routine. Until the day he's almost sure he sees her being kidnapped.

Welcome, readers! Our April read is **_Martyr!_ by Kaveh Akbar.** The story follows a young Iranian American poet grappling with grief, addiction, and the aching question of what makes a life meaningful. Drawn into an unexpected friendship with a terminally ill artist, he begins to confront faith, love, and the seduction of self-destruction. Lyrical, darkly funny, and emotionally piercing, the novel wrestles with beauty and despair in equal measure. It’s a story about longing—to be seen, to be forgiven, and to matter. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖