OFFICIAL MEETUP, EVERYONE IS WELCOME

Alright folks, Imma wrap up the planning and here are the information on location, time, and date:

Where:
Local Foods in Upper Kirby
2555 Kirby Dr
Houston, TX 77019

When: Friday, Feb 17th
Time: 5PM

https://www.localfoodstexas.com/houston-restaurants-upper-kirby-menu/#all-day-menu-upper-kirby

I’m excited to see how many can attend and just make friends! If it goes well, maybe we can do another meet up in the future too! ☺️

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