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Be swept away to the Mediterranean with Houston Single Source in the heart ofthe Galleria at Arcodoro. We will enjoybellinis, Italian wine and light bites in their new upscale Euro Doro bar withone of Houston’sbest patios. Join us as we let therustic elegance of the timeless island of Sardinia transform ourFriday night! Great ice breaker games Meet new friends This event is FREE for Houston Single Source Members $15 for non-members at the door, cash, credit or check Complimentary valet in addition to free parking available in lot For moreinformation or to RSVP please visit www.HoustonSingleSource.com , email rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com orcall 713-630-0546.

Hiking is greatexercise, and you don’t have to drive outside of the city to find great trails.There are flat trails, hills, woods and water on this hike along a section of Houston’s Buffalo Bayou.We will maintain an easy to moderate pace, with snack & water stops (bringyour own), bat viewing and art & sculpture viewing. We meet at Cleveland Park on the north side of Memorial Dr., thereis a foot-walkway over Memorial here. The hike will start here and then we head towards downtown on the northside of the bayou. There should be parking along the park and street forfree. At the end of thehike you will have worked hard, made new friends and discovered all sorts ofsecret Houstonhideaways along the Buffalo Bayou in this Bayou city! Free for Members and Non-MembersAlike. Meet at 8:15AM; Depart 8:30AM – Noon Cleveland Park, ScotlandSt. & Jackson RSVP & Directions to Jackson Park www.BayouCityOutdoors.com

Join BCO on a fun ride aroundtown! We have several Farmer Marketsright here in the middle of the city, which bring in local organic produceevery Saturday. Bring your backpack to carry what you purchase, and let's shopthe markets on our bikes! We meet for coffee and then take an easy tour of 3 to5 markets around the city. We use sidestreets, trails and residential roads for this approximately 12 - 15 mile, 3 hour rideincluding generous stops. Not only willyou learn the markets and get some exercise, you’ll see beautiful areas younever knew existed in Houstonand take home a bounty of beautiful produce, breads, sauces and jams! If you’dlike to join us but don’t own a bike, West End Bicycles rents bikes for $25 perday at 713/861-2271 or www.westendbikes.com. If you are a member of Bayou CityOutdoors and do not have bike we can loan you a bike for the ride. Free forMembers and Non-Members alike. RSVP 713-524-3567 or www.BayouCityOutdoors.com . Rice Stadium Parking Lot, Entrance 13A(Greenbrier between University and Rice Blvd) 8:00 AM – NOON

It’s time to revisit and oldfavorite! If you haven’t been there, TheFlying Dutchman has been a local seafood legend for decades. Now is the perfect time to get your feet weton the waterfront, and meet some local singles. All this while enjoying the ambience of a well known gathering place onthe Kemah waterfront. Enjoy light bites and great conversation Ice breaker games get the party started Fun and mingling are guaranteed This event is FREE for Houston Single Source Members$10 for non-members at the door, cash, credit or check Free parking available in lot 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM FlyingDutchman, 9 Kemah Waterfront, Kemah, TX 77565 Formore information or to RSVP please visit www.HoustonSingleSource.com ,email rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com orcall 713-630-0546.

Houston Singles presents a funmix and mingle at one of the Westside’s favorite venues! Summertime has arrived and it’s the perfecttime to dive into the cool décor of PF Changs and meet some singles in yourarea. Live it up and experience anexcellent night out. Complimentary appetizers provided Cool ice breaker games to get the party started Drawings for fun prizesFREE for Houston Single Source Members $10 for non-members at the door, cash, credit or check Free parking available in lot 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PF Changs - 11685 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TX 77077 Formore information or to RSVP please visit www.HoustonSingleSource.com ,email rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com orcall 713-630-0546.

Houston Single Source presents afun mix and mingle at one of The Woodlands favorite venues! Summertime has arrived and it’s the perfecttime to dive into the cool décor of PF Changs and meet new friends in yourarea. Live it up and experience anexcellent night out. Complimentary appetizers provided Cool ice breaker games to get the party started Drawings for great door prizesFREE for Houston Single Source Members $10 for non-members at the door, cash, credit or check Free parking available in lot6:30 PM – 8:30 PM PF Changs -1201 Lake Woodlands Drive, Ste. 301TheWoodlands, TX 77380 For more information or toRSVP please visit www.HoustonSingleSource.com ,email rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com orcall 713-630-0546.

Kelly Howard, a longtime LLU instructor and the leader ofthree organizations, Houston Single Source, Eight Friends Out & Bayou CityOutdoors will share her ideas with you. The tried and true ways of meetingsomeone special have always been the same: doing what you enjoy doing whilegetting to meet other people and going to places where there are otherinteresting singles. The real answer is chemistry happens when you get to knowsomeone face to face instead of checking out old photos on the web! Whether youare looking for new friends, are new to Houston, or you're ready to meet thatsomeone special and settle down, there is always something going on with tonsof single Houstonians to meet. This evening gives you the chance to hear aboutthe different types of events available in Houston and the opportunity to meet otherpeople with this common interest! Register at www.llu.com or call 713 529 4414. Leisure Learning Unlimited2990 Richmond Ave. ste 120 (Richmond just west of Kirby) 77098 7:00 PM – 8:30PM

Join BCO on a fun ride aroundtown! We have several Farmer Marketsright here in the middle of the city, which bring in local organic produceevery Saturday. Bring your backpack to carry what you purchase, and let's shopthe markets on our bikes! We meet for coffee and then take an easy tour of 3 to5 markets around the city. We use sidestreets, trails and residential roads for this approximately 12 - 15 mile, 3 hour rideincluding generous stops. Not only willyou learn the markets and get some exercise, you’ll see beautiful areas younever knew existed in Houstonand take home a bounty of beautiful produce, breads, sauces and jams! If you’dlike to join us but don’t own a bike, West End Bicycles rents bikes for $25 perday at 713/861-2271 or www.westendbikes.com. If you are a member of Bayou CityOutdoors and do not have bike we can loan you a bike for the ride. Free forMembers and Non-Members alike. RSVP 713-524-3567 or www.BayouCityOutdoors.com Rice StadiumParking Lot, Entrance 13A (Greenbrierbetween University and Rice Blvd) 8:00 AM – NOON

Houston Single Source invitesHouston Singles to spend a night with us at Emporio Brazilian Café. Famous for their “Taste of Brazil” menu wewill be sampling light appetizers and enjoying some happy hour cocktails. Come experience an outstanding ethnicatmosphere right in your own backyard! Start your summer off with a bang with new friends Engaging ice breaker games Great prize giveaways FREE for Houston Single Source Members $10 for non-members at the door, cash, credit or check Free parking available in lot 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Emporio Brazilian Café, 12288 Westheimer Rd., (between Kirkwood and Dairy Ashford) Houston,TX Formore information or to RSVP please visit www.HoustonSingleSource.com ,email rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com orcall 713-630-0546.

This is an event geared towards our newer members, anyone who has beenin the club for awhile but not made it to many events yet. Or, anyone who wantsto learn all about BCO. We''ll start at 6:30 with an overview and questions,and a website demo at 7:00. I'll be able to answer any questions you might haveabout the club or website. I'll also have my digital camera ready to takeprofile pics for anyone who wants one. There will be munchies and beverages,both adult and non-alcoholic. Event Leaders are encouraged to attend as well.Hope you can join us! We'll head out to dinner after for anyone who wouldlike to join us. 6:30PM- 7:30PM REI –Galleria Store 7538 Westheimer Houston, TX 77063 Details and RSVP at http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com or call 713-524-3567

We have several Farmer Markets right here in themiddle of the city, which bring in local organic produce, cheese, meats, jams,bread, prepared foods and crafts, several days each week!. Bring your (virtual)backpack, and let's plan a route to shop the markets on our bikes! There willbe descriptions of the various markets, handouts to help you navigate the marketcalendars and a couple of maps to get you around the city on your bike or bycar. Not only will you learn the market secrets, you will also get a chanceto meet some of the people who have put Houstonon the map with our Farmer Markets. From one little co-op 10 years ago,to over 10 markets around the city and in the outlying countryside, Houston isTexas' top city for Farmer Markets!! Speaker: Kelly Howard. Kelly has been leading the ever popular FarmerMarket Tour on Bikes for about 5 years. Growing from 2 people who joinedher for her typical Saturday bike & shop the markets to upwards of100+ bike riders each month touring the city. As the owner of Bayou CityOutdoors, Kelly loves to introduce Houstonians to new and fun adventures,around town and around the world! 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM REI Houston Galleria Area Address: 7538Westheimer , Houston , TX 77063Directions: Northeast corner of Voss and Westheimer Details and RSVP at http://www.bayoucityoutdoors.com or call 713-524-3567

Friday,April 30th – Sunday, May 2nd Bayou City Outdoors Rock OutRide in Fredericksburg How does a weekend in the Hill Country with all your bestfriends from BCO riding, playing, relaxing and just enjoying the beautifulcountryside around Fredericksburgsound? Then, in BCO style, toss in some serious distance riding,some not-serious-at-all riding, downhill rides with a hayride back and who elseknows what! Don’t want to ride? Great! Come along anyway! There will be plenty to do. Make plans to join us for the first BCO -Rock Out Ride! See you there – for details call 713-524-3567 or go to www.BayouCityOutdoors.com

Woodlandssingles couldn’t ask for a better venue for our April Area Party. Join Houston Single Source at CaféAdobe 18310 Interstate 45 between Tamina and Lake Woodlands Dr. The beautiful patio will play host to legions of otherWoodlands singles. Ice-breaker games and prizes keeps things lively as you mix and mingle Sample light appetizers Enjoy the best margaritas The Woodlands has to offerFREE for Houston Single Source members $10 for non-members at the door, cash, credit card and check accepted 6:30 PM –8:30 PM Café Adobe 18310 Interstate 45, Houston, TX 77381. Formore information or to RSVP please visit www.HoustonSingleSource.com ,email rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com orcall 713-630-0546.

We have a special treat for the West Side this April! Join us at Nit Noi 11807 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77007. Take thisopportunity to sample some great Asian food in your neighborhood and meet otherWest Houston friends. Great prize giveaways Mix, mingle and meet new peopleIce-breaker games make it easy for you to meet new friends and make connections FREE for Houston Single Source members $10 for non-members at the door, cash, credit card and check acceptedNitNoi, 11807 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77007,6:30-8:30PM. For more information or to RSVP please visit www.HoustonSingleSource.com ,email rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com orcall 713-630-0546.

Calling all Clear Lake area singles! Spend yourThursday night with Houston Single Source at the home of Clear Lake’sfinest Continental cuisine – Cullen’s! Takeadvantage of their happy hour half price appetizers and drinks all nightlong!! What better way to spend your Thursdaynight? Make new friends while sampling delicious food from Cullen’s Ice breaker games make it easy to meet new people Hospitable staff is always on hand to make introductionsFREE for Houston Single Source members $10 for non-members at the door, cash, credit card and check accepted 6:30– 8:30PM, Cullen’s 11500 Space Center Blvd., Clear Lake, TX 77059. Formore information or to RSVP please visit www.HoustonSingleSource.com ,email rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com orcall 713-630-0546.

Swinginto Spring on Earth Day with HoustonSingle Source. Join us at SOMA 4820 Washington Ave., Houston, TX 77007 for a stompin’ swingin’ soiree. The weather is warming up and soare your chances of meeting someone special with Houston’s #1 choice for events andactivities. Happy Hour will run from 6-7 PM, so get there early and party late! Ice-breaker games make it easy for you to meet new friends and make connections Light appetizers will be served early in the evening. This event is free for Houston Single Source members $15 for non-members at the door, cash, credit card and check accepted Complimentary Valet Complimentary valet parking is availableor on surrounding streets. RSVP at rsvp@HoustonSingleSource.com or www.HoustonSingleSource.com or call 713-630-0546.

How to Have Fun in Houston for Singles...a Presentation by KellyHoward LeisureLearning 2990 Richmond,Suite 120,77098 7:00 PM – 8:30PM Kelly Howard, a longtime LLU instructor and the leader ofthree organizations, Houston Single Source, Eight Friends Out & Bayou CityOutdoors will share her ideas with you. The tried and true ways of meetingsomeone special have always been the same: doing what you enjoy doing whilegetting to meet other people and going to places where there are otherinteresting singles. The real answer is chemistry happens when you get to knowsomeone face to face instead of checking out old photos on the web! Whether youare looking for new friends, are new to Houston, or you're ready to meet thatsomeone special and settle down, there is always something going on with tonsof single Houstonians to meet. This evening gives you the chance to hear aboutthe different types of events available in Houston and the opportunity to meetother people with this common interest! Register at www.llu.com or call 713 529 4414. Details at www.HoustonSingleSource.com

Tintos is Spanish cuisine at its finest.Tapas and wine are the hot new cuisine in Houston,and Tintos has cornered the market. Eight Friends Out will be enjoying Spanishcuisine - from seafood to bread & cheese to fruit. Tapas practically beg tobe conversational food. This is a fabulous way to try out a new “old-worldcuisine” and enjoy the company of other Houston Singles! Ages 40's & Under. Members: $48;Non-Memebrs: $58; 6:30 - 9:00PM. Tinto's Spanish Restaurant and Wine Bar,2015 W. Gray , Houston , TX77019 in the back corner of the River Oaks Shopping Center. RSVP to info@EightFriendsOut.com or go to http://EightFriendsOut.com or 281-870-0827

Tintos is Spanish cuisine at its finest.Tapas and wine are the hot new cuisine in Houston,and Tintos has cornered the market. Eight Friends Out will be enjoying Spanishcuisine - from seafood to bread & cheese to fruit. Tapas practically beg tobe conversational food. This is a fabulous way to try out a new “old-worldcuisine” and enjoy the company of other Houston Singles! Ages 40's & Up. Members: $48;Non-Memebrs: $58; 6:30 - 9:00PM. Tinto's Spanish Restaurant and Wine Bar,2015 W. Gray , Houston , TX77019 in the back corner of the River Oaks Shopping Center. RSVP to info@EightFriendsOut.com or go to http://eightfriendsout.com or 281-870-0827

Brunch at theDharma Cafe is always a zen experience. The restaraunt is light and open with adelightful menu that has healthful and hearty options for patrons. EightFriends Out enjoys the opportunity to slow down and get to know other Houston singles at thisvenue. It is the perfect opportunity to relax and renew with good food andgreat friends. All Ages Welcome. 11:00AM - 1:00PM; Members:$36; Non-Members: $46. Dharma Cafe, 1718 Houston Ave. Houston, TX 77007, Houston , TX 77007- HoustonAvenue at Crockett. There is only a small sign and small tables/chairs outfront. RSVP to info@EightFriendsOut.com or go to www.EightFriendsOut.com or 281-870-0827.

Come on out and join us for dinner all you new members. You canask questions, meet Event Leaders & other members who have been aroundfor awhile. Here about upcoming events and get involved with BCO! Chuy's has agreed to individual checks, and there is plenty of parking. Please do note that this is the Chuy's further out Westheimer at Westchase. 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Chuy’s 9350 Westheimer Rd. Houston, TX 77063 Details and RSVP at www.BayouCityOutdoors.com or call713-524-3567

Once you have mastered the basics of camping and hiking, the next stepis backpacking! Imagine, after a day of hiking through forests, you get torelax in a remote campsite using only what you have brought in your backpack!Backpacking really is the ultimate way to get outside! Sound toodifficult? It won't be once you learn the basics in Backpacking 101. We will review trip-planning tips, gear lists, safety advice, and otheressential wisdom every backpacker ought to know. There will also be backpackingfittings and demonstrations. Speaker: Dave Shaw - Dave has been backpacking for many years and hasworked his way across Big Bend with his dogMax. Dave understands gear, how to make it work for you and what youreally need and can leave behind to lighten your pack! You are in for atreat with a seasoned backpacker with tons of knowledge to share! 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM 7538 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77063 (at Hillcroft) You will findus in the back of the store in the warehouse area. Details and RSVP at www.BayouCityOutdoors.com or call 713-524-3567

Come on out and join us for dinner all you new members. You canask questions, meet Event Leaders & other members who have been aroundfor awhile. Here about upcoming events and get involved with BCO! Jax Grill has a large parking lot, if we runout of parking spaces you can park on the surrounding streets. This iscounter service so either order when you come in or hang out for awhile andthen have dinner. 6:30 PM- 8:45 PM Jax Grill 1613 Shepherd Houston, TX 77007 Details and RSVP at www.BayouCityOutdoors.com or call 713-524-3567

New to BCO? Come out and meet the group! Old toBCO ?, come out and welcome the new members and say hi to all yourBCO buddies. Beavers is an ice house just off Washington with an eclectic and funmenu. We'll be on the patio if the weather is good or all over the insideif the weather doesn't cooperate! You'll find us at 2310 Decatur Street (77007), on the corner of Sawyerand Decatur St,one block south of Washington Avenue (turn south at The Pig Stand.). If you arecoming from I-10, take the TaylorSt. exit and head South (past Target). 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM Beaver’sIce House 2310 Decatur Street Houston, TX 77007 Details and RSVP www.BayouCityOutdoors.com or call 713-524-3567

Love your bike and ready to have even more fun? Join us for anevening of Bikepacking- where you enjoy an overnight or longer from yourbike. Even though Bikepacking is rather new to the outdoor adventurerepertoire of most, it has been around for years. It has seen lotsof growth in recent years, possibly due to the ever-decreasing weight and sizeof gear. It is now possible to put everything you need on your bike, perhaps afew things on your back, and head off for a night or two on single tracktrails. With panniers or a trailer the night or two can stretch to a week oreven a summer. Speaker: Kelly Howard. Kelly is new to bikepacking and looking forwardto her first extended weekend on the trails with her bike over Memorial weekendin Arkansas. As the owner of Bayou City Outdoors, Kelly loves to introduce Houstonian's tonew and fun adventures. 7:00 PM Class; 8:00 PM Geardemonstrations. 7538 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77063 (at Hillcroft) (you will find us inthe back of the store in the warehouse area) Details and RSVP at Bayou City Outdoors or call 713-524-3567