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Hey everyone! Let’s go to Downtown Round Rock and see a FREE show! This is part of the city’s concert series where there are free shows every Wednesday until the end of June. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair so that you have a place to sit during the show. Feel free to bring snacks to share or you can get popcorn sold at the park or pizza and beer next door. Music starts at 7, but you may want to arrive early to grab a good spot. See ya there!

The Alcove Cantina has an attractive well-lit outdoor stage on their beautiful "back alley" patio. You can search their [song catalog](https://www.songbookdb.com/?book=DIAMND) and even enter your song selection(s) from your smartphone. The kitchen serves burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos, and salads. Come sing, dance, listen, and/or hum along!! \-\-\-\.\-\-\- \-\-\-\.\-\-\- \-\-\-\.\-\-\- \-\-\-\.\-\-\- \-\-\-\.\-\-\- \-\-\-\.\-\-\- \-\-\-\.\-\-\- \-\-\-\.\-\-\- Use the monthly [calendar](https://www.meetup.com/i-love-austin-but-i-need-some-f-g-friends/events/calendar/) to see upcoming events at a glance.

Bring your violin, cello, or viola and join us for a practice session. We'll discover the fun in practicing the violin, cello, or viola together and maybe even make our practice even more efficient by comparing notes and sharing tips and experiences. Let's meet on the second level at Whole Foods in the Domain. All levels welcome. See you there!

It's Too Fun Tuesday with Fingerpistol at the Little Longhorn. Fingerpistol will shoot up the dance floor at 8:00 and play amazing original tunes plus a variety of country standards. No cover charge, but please bring some cash for tipping the band. There is a Two Step lesson with Hill Country Two Step at 7:00. Lesson will teach the basic two step and a turn or two. Turns instructed will vary from week to week so come back often and build your repertoire of moves and spins! If you plan to take the lesson, please indicate so in the Comments section! See Little Longhorn website for more info http://thelittlelonghornsaloon.com/public_html_new/ Parking in lot, if lot is full, try Lawnmont Ave, check signs for restrictions on one side of street.

Join us for our vibrant *50+ Silver Social*, where camaraderie, laughter, and great rallies take center stage. Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned player, this is your time to connect, play, and have fun in a welcoming, all-levels environment. Make new friends, share stories between points, and enjoy the joy of pickleball in a space built for connection. It’s more than just a game—it’s your (new) community. We will divide courts by level: beginner, intermediate, and advanced! Never played? No problem, we can teach you the rules, and we have paddles for rent ($5 each)! \*\*\* **Important: Please sign up on the Pickleland App ([iOS](https://pickleland.com/ios) \| [Android](https://pickleland.com/android)) or [website](https://play.pickleland.com/) directly.** \*\*\* ## **🙌 Completely free for members** ## **Vendors / Sponsors:** * Want to be a vendor/sponsor at future events? Please email us at [sponsors@pickleland.com](mailto:sponsors@pickleland.com) If this time doesn't work for you, we are open M-F 8am to 10pm, and Sat-Sun 8am-8pm. Find other times on the Pickleland App ([iOS](https://pickleland.com/ios) \| [Android](https://pickleland.com/android)) or [website](https://play.pickleland.com/). The website and app will show the most accurate roster and sign up count! Follow [@picklelandatx](https://www.instagram.com/picklelandatx/) for more! **⭐️ Come see why we were recently named the "Best Pickleball Club" in Austin by Austin Pickleball Update and 750+ other players!**

Let's hike Brushy Creek Park Trail and walk for 1.75 hours for a total of 4.5 miles. This trail is paved so you don't need any hiking boots, but be sure to bring two or more liters of water and a flashlight. Well behaved dogs are welcome on the trail. Here is some more info on the trail located below: https://www.wilcotx.gov/1288/Brushy-Creek-Regional-Trail https://www.wilcotx.gov/1293/Twin-Lakes-Park If you need to contact me, my phone number is 281-876-7746. We will meet at the pavilion in the parking lot and I will attach a picture. NOTE: In the event of bad weather, I will issue a cancellation notice at least one hour prior to the event's start time. Please note meetup has had a massive increase in price and has nearly doubled the fee to organize clubs. If you like the club and want to donate you can pay Kevin by Venmo [here](https://venmo.com/u/Kevin-Coe-9). Finally, we recommend that you review information on the trail and that you come prepared for the hike (e.g., bring at least two liters of water, wear appropriate footwear, and a brimmed hat.) All attendees are solely responsible for their own health and safety. By RSVPing for this event, you are agreeing that you are taking sole responsibility for your own health and safety and, if any, your guests' health and safety. If you or your guests are not willing or are unable to take responsibility for your own health and safety, do not RSVP for this event. Please note this event is also posted on **[I love Austin, but I need some f*****g friends!](https://www.meetup.com/i-love-austin-but-i-need-some-f-g-friends/)**

The fun starts blooming Friday evening when artists set up wares, fresh smells waft from food vendors & live music takes center stage. Plan to stroll square & dance right into your Friday night. 25th- Really blossoms when it kicks off with Poppy parade & car show. Kids can get crafty at fun zone & everyone can feast their senses on fine arts, tasty treats, & toe-tapping tunes. 26th- Shop artisan market, enjoy live music, see the Pop Pup parade, & meet Chet the DayTripper. Come out & make most of your Sunday. 3 stages- free. (See schedule & sponsors on website.) Friday- 5-10p. Saturday- 10-10p. Sunday-11-5p.

we've had some weird things happen with the location in the Meetup app. the right address is 2471 AW Grimes, very close to 45 in a small shopping center. it is NOT in downtown Round Rock Hey there F$#&ing friends! Love music? Love winning? Then Music Bingo is your jam! 🎵 Win awesome prizes, enjoy great drinks, and vibe to the music! Let’s play! 🎸🍻 No bingo card required, you play on your phone. How it works: they play a short clip of a song, and then regardless of whether you know it or not, they'll give you the answer so you can mark it on your phone..if you happen to know it and can mark your board a little faster, yell BINGO! There's a theme for each round, it's good times and good music. 🎸🍻 If you're not into the bingo scene, there's a ton of games and a full bar. The food is also pretty good. [https://pixelpalacearcade.com/home](https://pixelpalacearcade.com/home)

***[CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE DETAILS AND GRAB TICKETS](https://pinballz.com/events/nature-rocks-craft-night-presented-by-wilder-relics/)*** Get crafty for an awesome cause with an adult craft night that’s all about creativity, nature & giving back! Join us at **Pinballz Lake Creek on Thursday, April 23rd**, as **Wilder Relic** takes us back to our childhood and get us inspired by nature with rock painting. All while supporting Austin’s favorite night time residents: the Bats! **Starting at 7 PM,** create pet rocks, write inspirational quotes, design mandalas, or paint whatever sparks your imagination as we raise money to give back to our flying friends. **Portions of your ticket will help benefit the [Austin Bat Refuge](https://austinbatrefuge.org/),** a local organization that helps to rescue and rehabilitate injured and orphaned bats, as well as conduct educational programs and finding solutions that help protect our small neighbors. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get your craft on while supporting our night time friends and their environment. No experience is necessary, just bring your creativity and an appetite for fantastic food & drinks! __________________________________________________________ Each ticket to Nature Rocks Craft Night includes everything you need to create colorful rocks: * **Large Supplies Selection:** A wide array of rocks, paint pens, acrylic paint and all the craft supplies you will need to make 3 Wildlife Rocks. * **Directions & Instruction:** Hands on instruction and reference books if you need a little inspiration. * **Wildlife Rescue Information:** On-site information for additional ways to help aid the Austin Bat Refuge. * **Reserved Seating:** Seats saved so you and your friends can relax and create together. We will also provide sample designs to help inspire your creativity. __________________________________________________________ **Craft Night Ticket Options:** * **Standard Admission: $21** – Includes event entry, access to all crafting supplies and examples, step-by-step directions, and reserved seating for you and your group. __________________________________________________________ **Event Details:** * **Date:** Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 * **Time:** 7 PM – 8:30 PM * **Location:** Pinballz Lake Creek * **Address:** 13729 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78750 * **Age Requirement:** Ages 16 and up

Let's check out cool classic cars and fun live music at the 2026 Red Poppy Festival in Georgetown. Get ready to enjoy "fine arts, tasty treats, and toe tapping fun". More information including parking can be found here: https://visit.georgetown.org/events/red_poppy_festival/index.php Can't wait to see you there!

**San Gabriel River from Blue Hole Hike & Georgetown Red Poppy Festival** This was a fun event last year - let's do it again! We'll hike about a 5-mile portion of the San Gabriel River Trail. We will meet at 9am on Saturday, April 25th, 2026, at the Blue Hole Park trailhead. (Reference: [https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/texas/san-gabriel-trail](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/texas/san-gabriel-trail)) The Blue Hole Park trailhead is at the corner of Rock Street & 2nd Street in downtown Georgetown, next to the Encantada Cocina-Cantina (formerly El Monumento). The [Red Poppy Festival](https://visit.georgetown.org/events/red_poppy_festival/index.php) is a fantastic event. After the hike, we can have lunch at Encantada or a food vendor at the festival, then enjoy booths and live music throughout the rest of the day. Also, I have been doing a lot of travel in 2026 and that will continue for a while. I'm looking for one or two more co-organizers who want to schedule local Austin-area hikes for this group, and I'll plan only a few out-of-state hikes this year. If you're interested in being a co-organizer, come on out to this event and let's chat. Thanks, Mike . . \-\-\- Legal Disclaimer \-\-\- By clicking on "Yes" for this event you agree, warrant, and covenant as follows: In consideration for accepting this entry, I, the registrant, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors and administrators, do waive and release any and all rights for damages I may have against any parties or persons connected with the Austin Weekend Hiking & Backpacking Club Meetup group for and related to the above listed event. I attest and verify that I am physically fit to participate in any portion of this above listed event. I grant Austin Weekend Hiking & Backpacking Club permission to use any photographs, film or videotapes of this event for any purpose. I further attest that I, the registrant, am fully and completely responsible for any guests that I bring to the event, whether registered or not.

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

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Love getting lost in a good book? [The Book Loft](https://www.bookloft.com/) of German Village is an iconic independent bookstore packed with hard-to-find literary treasures! This isn’t your run-of-the-mill bookstore; it’s a 32-room literary wonderland that would make even the most seasoned bibliophile’s head spin (one of the largest in the country)! **MEET**: We'll gather outside the storefront and then start browsing... **DESSERT**: We'll grab some famous macaroons to start our foodie tour. [Pistacia Vera](https://www.pistaciavera.com/) is a delicious bakery and cafe in the German Village. This charming shop is especially known for its classic macarons. **LATE LUNCH:** *After we browse the bookstore maze, let's gather for the best traditional Jewish deli in town, [Katzingers!](katzingers.com) Choices include stacked Reubens, hot pastromi on rye, chicken salad, macaroni salad, knish, chicken soup, NY cheesecake, and dozens of other sandwiches and sides!* **PARKING**: Street parking all around here. Check the parking time limit. The bookstore and the foodie stops are all on 3rd Street within 4 blocks on the same side of the street.

**We'll have two meetings covering AI - this second one is for Positron** We will review which AI features are linked in for Positron, and how to use them. **Source documents:** the repository is public, at: https://github.com/BarryDeCicco/AARUG_2026_04_09_AI_In_Positron You can download documents, or clone/fork the repository. **Location:** The meetup will be at SPARK's ([https://annarborusa.org/](https://annarborusa.org/)) Ann Arbor site: [SPARK HQ (Ann Arbor)](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ann*Arbor*SPARK*Headquarters/@42.2792515,-83.7447708,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x883cae3effe193cb:0x5296a53db2a282bf!8m2!3d42.2792515!4d-83.7447708?hl=en-US__;Kysr!!HXCxUKc!3EEdBNXRJKknP6LCGkZetSuEsdtChFojQnOVitFUC5C0fyilqXEbiMstT9ajBR3Cw-55qoFkrElCjQvjMdTxUw$). There is on street parking, and parking at local structures. **This will be a hybrid meeting - the Zoom session starts at 6:30 PM.** **Time:** The doors will be open at 6:00, with pizza and beverages provided. We will have a meet-and-greet-and-pizza session, and then at 6:30 we'll have a presentation. **Zoom information:** https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6658850479?pwd=Snd1UmZTT3pjZktENlczUXh4SERwUT09&omn=89012971377 Passcode: 940392 **If you can't get in, please call me at: 734 223-3307** **The github repository is at: https://github.com/BarryDeCicco/AARUG_2026_04_09_AI_In_Positron**

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

Ready for a night of music, laughter, and fun? Join us at Thunderwing Brewery for Music Bingo — a lively twist on classic bingo where songs replace numbers and good vibes are guaranteed! RSVP to secure your spot. Text Renee (614-257-9389). (Headcount needed to make sure staffing can accommodate the group) Arrive early to get a seat - **bring a camping chair for extra seating.** Often the brewery has food trucks or you can bring in your own food. Bonus - You can bring your dog!

Join WQC on April 25th from 11am-1pm at Inniswood Metro Park for a Nature Photo Walk. All types of cameras welcome! Let's enjoy spring to the fullest... 🌻🌼🌷🐤