🌱 Leander Volunteer Appreciation Week + Physical Disturbance Arrest

Happy Love-Day to all of Cedar Park and Leander! Elaine Thompson here, your host of the Cedar Park-Leander Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally, including a robust list of events to attend today:

• Altercation at Deer Creek Elementary led to lockdown, arrest.
• Leander boutique will celebrate its 5th anniversary.
• School district appreciates its volunteers.

But first, today's weather:

Turning sunny; breezy. High: 74 Low: 52.

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Here are the top stories today in Cedar Park-Leander:

1. Deer Creek Elementary School was put into lockdown and one person was arrested after a "physical disturbance" outside the school Monday afternoon. Cedar Park Police noted that the fight was between two adults and involved a weapon. "Police did not specify what kind of weapon was involved, and they also did not report any injuries." More on this story at KVUE.
2. Leander's Turquoise Peacock Boutique will celebrate five years in business in March! Store owner Angela Huling will host a Sip 'n' Shop anniversary party where customers can enjoy giveaways, a sale rack, new arrivals and drinks. Pop over to Community Impact Newspaper for more details.
3. Leander ISD is holding "Volunteer Appreciation Week" until Feb. 17, to honor the many volunteers who keep the wheels turning at Leander schools: Literacy partners help students improve their reading skills; HEROES mentors assist students with their social and academic development; Booster Club organizers support student extracurricular activities; and PTA members advocate for teachers and boost student achievement, inclusiveness and creativity. To learn more about the great work volunteers provide for students, visit Leander ISD.
4. Looking for a new job? Cedar Park and Leander are chock full of positions that might spark your interest. A few to check out: Aquatic Solutions Specialist at Petco, customer service with Cricket Wireless, and truck drivers for M5W Transport. To view other open positions, check out Cedar Park-Leander Patch.

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Today in Cedar Park-Leander:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Fresh Perks Every Week *Virtual* (All-day)
• Red & Pink Dress up days at Amazin Kidz Childcare (All-day)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing (All-day)
• Auditions for Spring Production "Anastasia" at Central Leander Church (All-day)
• Be Our Valentine at Lakeline Oaks Retirement Community (8 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Marketing by Referral at Integrity Land Title (11 a.m.)
• Roofing Fundamentals in Real Estate Transactions at Austin Board of Realtors Cedar Park (2 p.m.)
• Zumba *Tuesdays and Thursdays* at the BHC Pavilion (6:30 p.m.)
• Green Thumbs Up Gardening: Spring Veggies at Cedar Park Public Library (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Do you recognize these friendly canine faces? "These pups were found near Reagan Elementary School off of Park St. at approximately 1 am this morning. They have no collars or tags and will not leave each others' side. Call us if you have info! 512-260-4600"
  (Cedar Park Police Department Facebook)
• National Society of Collegiate Scholars on integrity: "🎉Building character and integrity is one of the most fundamental pillars of personal success. The National Society of Collegiate Scholars is participating in this week-long event surrounding integrity." (NSCS Instagram)
• Heart Month activity: "Start off this week by joining us in one of our Water Aerobics classes! This fun, full-body, Aqua fitness class will have your heart pumping." (Twin Lakes Family YMCA Facebook)
• Online applications for homestead exemptions: "Williamson Central Appraisal District offers online applications for Exemptions filings. - Did you know that the Williamson Central Appraisal District offers online applications for homestead exemptions and other filings?" (Nextdoor)

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Featured events:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Fresh Perks Every Week (February 14)
• Valentine's Day Georgetown (February 14)
• Cedar Park Market Days (February 18)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— Elaine Thompson

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