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**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

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.

Start your weekday strong. This morning meetup is for people who want consistency, accountability, and good company while doing their own workout. No group programming, no coaching. Just show up, train, stay motivated, and support each other. Strength, cardio, mobility, or skill work — whatever fits your goals. **Important Note** Participation requires an active Anytime Fitness membership for this location (or a valid multi-location pass). We cannot provide access to the gym. **Who It’s For** • Preparing for hikes or outdoor trips • Building a steady morning routine • Prefer independent workouts with community around **Location** Anytime Fitness 5290 N A.W. Grimes Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oEzp2osVFzHvGy9L7 **Schedule** 4:00 AM — Arrive, warm up 4:15–5:45 AM — Individual workouts (optional shared circuits) 5:45–6:00 AM — Cooldown and quick check-in Stay the entire time or come for what you can. Consistency matters more than duration. **Bring** • Water and workout gear • Your workout plan (optional) **Expectations** • Update your RSVP if your plans change • Be on time when possible • Respect the gym environment and other members • Aim for steady attendance — habit is the goal A friendly, low-pressure way to start the day strong, build discipline, and train alongside others without needing a structured class.

Laughter Yoga is held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6pm on Zoom. Log in from home or wherever you are located. Invite a friend or family member to join you from anywhere. Please see the Westbank Community Library website calendar for the Zoom link https://www.westbanklibrary.com/calendar/ (on the laughter yoga calendar page you’ll click on the word “here” which will take you directly to Zoom. No password nor registration needed.) Laughter Yoga is a body mind exercise. We use our body to help relax and quiet our minds, lower our stress, and bring more oxygen to our brains. This high energy, multi-generational class has an atmosphere for children and the child-at-heart. Lots of movement, imagination, and silliness for our inner child, along with a combination of exercises that spark unconditional laughter, deep breathing, and grounding movement, followed by deep relaxation through guided meditation. Expect the unexpected. Bring a bottle of water to drink. Leave your yoga mats at home! FREE and open to the public. Family Laughter Yoga is for all ages and abilities. Family Laughter Yoga and Westbank Libraries are infant, children, and youth friendly spaces. Adults—singles, couples—and families with or without children are very welcome. Laughter Yoga is a inclusive practice.

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: 👉 [PepTribe](peptribe.us) 👉 [1-800-JUNKPRO](https://1-800-junkpro.com/) 👉 [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 for the folks joining me at the Waterpark After Dark event. Let's eat, drink, and be merry before the real fun starts.

Join with us for a peaceful and uplifting gathering and experience the soothing spiritual sound vibration of Kirtan meditation. We'll finish off the evening with a guided deep relaxation. This free event is open to all and offers an opportunity to explore a meditative state through the singing of sacred mantras. This evening will allow you to participate as much or as little as you’d like, whether you prefer to chant along, listen, or simply absorb the peaceful yoga sound. No previous experience is necessary. Just bring an open heart. Feel free to bring a friend! We look forward to sharing this special evening with you.

**Come out for our fund raiser Bug Run. Sponsored by New Life Riders Chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association (CMA). See flyer in the picture for details.**

Life builds up in the body. Stress. Noise. Pressure. Emotion. Constant movement. This is your invitation to sweat some of it out. Join us for a guided meditation experience inside the infrared sauna at HOTWORX Brushy Creek — a space to soften, breathe, release, and reconnect through the combination of heat, stillness, and presence. The infrared heat helps the body open and let go. The meditation helps the mind settle. Together, they create a deeply grounding experience that many people describe as calming, cleansing, and unexpectedly emotional. **The experience includes:** * 30 minutes of guided meditation inside the infrared sauna * Breath awareness and guided presence * Space to sweat, soften, and reset * A few quiet moments to integrate afterward No meditation experience needed. Just come as you are. If you’ve never been to HOTWORX before, this is a simple and welcoming way to experience the studio—no workout required. * To keep the space intentional and comfortable, this session is limited to 5 participants. If it fills, you’re welcome to join the waitlist * Please arrive a few minutes early to complete the facility waiver **—** Guided by Sam Neseim — meditation teacher, coach, and owner of HOTWORX Brushy Creek. Sameh creates spaces where people can slow down enough to hear themselves again — integrating presence, nervous system regulation, inner awareness, and real-life leadership. Come as you are. Let the heat hold you. Let the sweat release heaviness. Return home to lightness.

I had an original plan to go to this Waterpark during non peak hours to avoid the crowds and lines but this event changes everything! This periodic event (last was in March, and next is in August) is open late night, and is open during clubbing hours. With that said, there will be a DJ and a glow party in the Grotto. And with that said..... this event makes me very excited. Tickets are now on sale you with tax you can expect to pay $43.99. But I think prices increase at some point. Go to: https://shop-tx.kalahariresorts.com/items/calendar/Area/10

You DO need to visit this site to get pricing and service costs (e.g. day rates and shoe rental) if you don't already have a membership. -- https://www.cruxclimbingcenter.com/ If you don't have a membership and are considering continuing to climb this event, you may want to go down that road. Crux now has three locations and it is possible the location of this event will alternate in the future. However, this central location will be the default because of the proximity to where I live :) Nature Nerds Austin has this to say... This is for any level of bouldering experience. I've not been climbing for a couple of years so I'm playing catch up to my usual V4-ish. From the entry/check-in desk I always do a clockwise circuit around the outer wall and then work on the central walls. You will need to provide your own climbing shoes or rent a pair from the gym. I have several chalk bags, in particular a large Yellow/White one which is what I usually use for gym/off-rope climbing. Bouldering -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bouldering Rock Climbing -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_climbing History of Rock Climbing -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_rock_climbing Glossary of climbing terms -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glossary_of_climbing_terms Rock Climbing Glossary -- https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/rock-climbing-glossary.html 42 Common Rock Climbing Terms for Beginner Climbers -- https://www.devilslakeclimbingguides.com/blog/climbing-terms-for-beginners?srsltid=AfmBOopTHa50ET9d1QSPT0YrA7pgtgN7-WaNI0FmvH4bFsLIlsuS2PPG Grade (climbing) -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grade_(climbing) Route Difficulty Ratings -- https://www.14ers.com/difficultyratings.php A Beginner's Guide to Climbing Shoes -- https://www.climbing.com/gear/best-beginner-climbing-shoes/ (I'll put my 2 cents in on this, as a beginner the less curve and the more symmetric the sole, the better. Again, just my 4-11.) How to Choose Rock Climbing Shoes -- https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/rock-shoes.html Beginner’s Guide to Bouldering: What to Expect on Your First Visit -- https://boulderingproject.com/blog/beginners-guide-to-bouldering/ Beginner’s Checklist: How to Choose Your First Rock Gym -- https://climbingindoors.com/how-to-choose-a-rock-gym/ The Climbing Gear -- https://theclimbinggear.com/ Planet Mountain -- https://www.planetmountain.com/en/home VDiff Climbing -- https://www.vdiffclimbing.com/ Falcon Guides -- https://www.simonandschuster.net/search/books/Imprint-Falcon-Guides/Series-How-To-Climb-Series/_/N-1z0sufrZ1z0su9v/Ne-pgw?options[sort]=BOOK_ORDER%7C0%7C%7CTITLE%7C0 (FYI - Copies of various books often show up at Half Price.) Austin Bouldering Project -- https://boulderingproject.com/market/austin-texas/ Mesa Rim -- https://mesarim.com/austin/ The Crag -- https://www.thecrag.com/home Mountain Project -- https://www.thecrag.com/home Vertical Life -- https://www.8a.nu/ The Topo -- https://thetopo.com/ Climbing Weather -- https://climbingweather.com/ Bouldering -- https://www.reddit.com/r/bouldering/new/ Climbing -- https://www.reddit.com/r/climbing/new/ Outside -- https://www.outsideonline.com/home Climbing (Outside magazine) -- https://www.climbing.com/ Gripped -- https://gripped.com/ Alpinist -- https://alpinist.com/ Climber (UK) -- https://www.climber.co.uk/ Climax (Germany) -- https://climax-magazine.com/ Vertical Live (Australia) -- https://verticallifemag.com/ Montana (Czechoslovakia) -- https://www.montana.cz/ Grimper (France) -- https://www.grimper.com/ Hueco Tanks (El Paso, TX) -- [How to Climb in Hueco](https://americanalpineclub.org/news/2023/9/18/how-to-climb-in-hueco) (This is a world renowned location but due to its cultural history can be challenging to gain access.) Vedauwoo (Laramie, WY) -- http://vedauwoobouldering.com/ (This is my personal favorite.) -- https://www.vedauwoo.org/ -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vedauwoo Laramie WY "Vertical Dance" -- https://www.vedauwoo.org/vertical-dance/ Laramie Jubilee Days -- https://www.laramiejubileedays.org/ Books about the Austin area -- https://www.mountainproject.com/books/116711736 Hope you can make it. Climb On!

**Please note new start time of 6:30!** We will start promptly at 6:30 pm. *Rain is possible all week. If we get significant rain, we may have to shorten the walk due to the road construction that has detoured the path off of the concrete onto a sloped dirt path that could be treacherous.* This is a dog friendly event. We stay on the deck at Red Horn so the fur babies can hangout with us! The route is an out and back. We will have a turnaround spot at 1.5 miles but anyone needing to turn back sooner is welcome to! No special shoes required. Bringing water is highly recommended. Afterward, all will be encouraged to hang out and have your preferred recovery beverage and/or food! I hope to see you there! Mike

Community Backyards Workshop Join us at the Ohio Herb Center in Gahanna to learn about sustainable home gardening. We can make small changes in our yards to make a BIG impact for a better environment and healthier waterways while saving money. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek and hosted by Ohio Herb Center. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but NOT required. Click here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/65f65aw (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) * Location: Ohio Herb Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna, OH 43230 * Date and time: Sat, May 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM * Organizer: The Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days

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.

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** TBD **YouTube Link** TBD

Community Backyards Workshop .Community Backyards Workshop - Westerville Join us for the Westerville Community Backyards workshop! This is a FREE class on how you can protect our waterways and environment with small changes in your gardening habits. We will discuss rain barrels, rain gardens, composting, and native plants. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but not required. * Location: Westerville Community Center, 350 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082 * Date and time: Sat, May 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM * Organizer: Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/h2w5ms8 **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days