🪄 Wave a wand, save a pup—Leander’s DIY microchip station is live!

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Hi neighbors,

Glad to see the sun again this week. We hope everyone who needed help after the floods has been able to get it. Huge thanks to those who sent in more volunteer ops and resources—we added everything to Tuesday’s issue, so it’s a pretty full list. If you still need help or want to offer some, click HERE for the updated version.

Also, don’t miss the extra info on Hope House down below.

Biggest takeaway this week? This community shows up. The support, the kindness, the speed—absolutely incredible. ❤️‍🩹

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The Gist: Leander PD just installed its first self-serve microchip scanning station outside its headquarters on Leander Drive. If you find a lost pet, you can now scan for a chip ID using the wand and posted instructions. No officer needed. It’s the first station of its kind in the area, with more planned around the city.

Why It Matters: This makes it faster and easier for neighbors to help reunite missing pets with their families. No vet visit required. And with more pets than usual potentially displaced after last week, the timing couldn’t be better. Read more here.

Hope House, a home for children and adults with developmental disabilities, took a hard hit during the Central Texas floods and needs urgent community support.

Here’s how you can help:

🧹 Volunteer to help clean and clear debris from the kids’ house as part of the recovery effort
🗓 Join daily shifts starting Tuesday, July 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Rose’s House
🛠 Pitch in on-site with debris and trash removal
📦 Donate supplies or give financially to help cover staff hours, repairs, and essential care items
💻 Send an iPad from their Amazon Wishlist. Residents rely on them for communication and comfort
🙏 Keep the staff in your thoughts as they grieve the loss of a beloved coworker while continuing to care for residents

For more details or to support the recovery, visit Hope House.

Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark feels like a summer throwback in the best way: laid-back, local, and full of heart. Families love the pirate pool for little ones, while adults kick back with a drink by the lakeview bar.

It’s technically in Volente, but the mailing address says Leander... which means Leander gets bragging rights. You’ll find water slides, sand, music, and friendly staff who actually seem happy to be there. The food’s way better than expected, and the vibe is pure, easygoing Texas fun. Read more here.

Craving Eastern European comfort food? Multi Cook in Cedar Park is a hidden gem. Open just since June 7, this Ukrainian-owned shop sells handmade, flash-frozen dishes like cherry crepes, salmon blini, savory dumplings, and syrnyky. Those are mini cheesecakes meant to be topped with jam.

Everything is made fresh in-house with no additives. The staff is friendly, and the flavors are incredible. Highly recommend checking it out! Read more here.

🙏🏼 Community Prayer Vigil | Heritage Oak Park | Cedar Park | 07/10 | More
Community prayer vigil to support each other during this tough time. Donations welcome.

🎨 Kids’ Paint & Sip | Library Annex | Leander | 07/10 | More
Creative fun for kids with painting projects and kid-friendly drinks.

🛍️ Ruach BARN Weekend | Ruach BARN | Liberty Hill | 07/11–07/12 | More
Shop vintage treasures and handmade goods with summer deals, tunes, and free coffee.

🐐 Fannie's Farm Friends Petting Zoo | Public Library | Liberty Hill | 07/12 | More
Friendly farm animals and hands-on fun for curious little animal lovers.

🥃 Chase Gassaway | Fire Oak Distillery | Liberty Hill | 07/12 | More
Soulful tunes, handcrafted pizza, and Hill Country spirits.

✂️ Sharkey’s Cuts Grand Opening | Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids | Leander | 07/12–07/13 | More
Celebrate with $7 off haircuts, fun perks, and a chance to win free cuts for a year!

🪘 African Safari Program | Library Annex | Leander | 07/14 | More
Drumming, dancing, and dress-up bring African culture to life for curious kids.

🎤 Suede ATX Live | Haute Spot | Cedar Park | 07/11 | More
High-energy cover band rocking three sets of chart-topping hits all night long.

🍹 Sip, Savor & Celebrate: National Mojito Day | The Monarch | Cedar Park | 07/11 | More
Network with a refreshing mojito in hand and explore a vibrant senior living community.

🎶 Suede Benefit Concert | Fieldhouse | Cedar Park | 07/12 | More
Rock out for a cause, Austin’s top cover band supports local flood relief efforts.

🎬 Movie Night | Night Owl | Leander | 07/15 | More
Grab a cocktail, some food truck eats, and settle in for a 21+ movie night.

🏯 Mega Fort Night | The Jungle Movement Academy | Round Rock | 07/11 | More
Kids 6+ build giant forts, brave dark mazes, and dive into epic imagination play.

🎨 All-Ages Awesomeness | Rogues Gallery Comics & Games | Round Rock | 07/12 | More
Meet comic artists Andy Runton, grab free sketches, and celebrate creativity with the whole family.

🎨 2nd Saturday Market | The Square | Georgetown | 07/12 | More
Handmade goods, hometown tunes, and your favorite monthly stroll!

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