Friendly Faces

At least one the following people promises to be at every Austin NOKIDDING! event. If you see one of them, they'll be thrilled if you approach them and start talking to them about Austin NOKIDDING!

Jeff & Judy

Events Regularly Attended: Book Club; Judy is the Organizer of the ANK! Book club.

You'll find Jeff and Judy at outdoor events, or inside with food, drink, movies and games. Ask Jeff about robots and Linux. Don't ask about bad S.F. movies unless you really want to hear a lot.

Jerry D. Knowles II

Events Regularly Attended: Cinema Club & Party Games; Jerry Organizes Cinema Club and is the main host for Party Games.

Jerry loves to welcome newcomers to the group. His appearance tends to vary, so just look for a smiling short guy.

Rick & Holly

Events Regularly Attended: Monthly Supper & Restaurant Explorers.

Holly and Rick will read and discuss just about anything, but particularly enjoy science fiction and urban fantasy -- things offbeat. Their interests also include home improvement projects, gardening, computers, chocolate, and cats. Rick will always join you for a game of golf or to try a new beer. Holly loves to cook and explore new places and activities in and around Austin.

Chris & Marjean 

Events Regularly Attended: Restaurant Explorers & Party Games.

Chris & Marjean joined ANK! in 2002. They enjoy participating in special activities, having in the past hosted an Oscar's night party, ANK! Halloween & Christmas Parties, as well as a trip to see Shakespeare in Zilker Park. They will chat about anything in the world.

Matt T.

Events Regularly Attended: Games Night, Party Games & Movie Night.

Matt attends and enjoys Party Games Night, Games Night, Movie Night, shooting, hiking, camping, rock-climbing, kayaking and other outdoor activities. Matt likes to talk about technology, current events, puns, politics, history and generally anything else.

Keisha G.

Events Regularly Attended: Book Club & Restaurant Explorers.

Keisha found Austin NOKIDDING! in the spring of 2001 and has been talking loudly about it ever since. Her interests are non-fiction books, pop culture, and fine dining. She likes to attend the ANK events that involve food and drink.

Mike & Annette F.

Events Regularly Attended: Movie Night & Games Night. Mike & Annette host Movie Night at their home!

Mike & Annette are always up for an adventure, and love outdoor activities such as Rock Climbing, Kayaking, and hiking.

Tim & Sallie

Events Regularly Attended: Wine Tasting & Restaurant Explorers. Tim & Sallie are hosts and Organizers of the ANK! Wine Tasting.

Tim & Sallie enjoy offbeat movies, particularly Aussie films. They also enjoy sci-fi movies, vintage auto racing, astronomy and books. They're always up for a game of tennis, a walk around Town Lake or an afternoon hanging out eating ice cream and peach cobbler.

Gil Kloepfer

Events Regularly Attended: Restaurant Explorers & Monthly Supper.

Gil has been attending Austin NOKIDDING! events since August, 2001. Gil's interests include cats, computer and networking technology, food, and an unusual affinity for South Park.