#merrockevent

[theobrowningfd]

Open starter:

Man that 5K always feels good to complete! But I am sure glad it's over, now I can focus on the upcoming holidays and prepare myself for it. I'm so ready and excited for the holiday season! What about you? Did you enjoy the 5k? Did you participate in it or did you cheer everyone on?

#MerrockStarter #merrockevent #Merrock 5K

[vitusxaydin]

*Open* When: Summer Bash, Friday, June 30, 2023 Cap: 4/4

Admittedly, it took very little to pull Vitus from his home for a social gathering. The best incentive he'd found thus far in Merrock, though, turned out to be the summer bash. Fruit-filled cocktails, high-energy crowds, summer sun lightening the curls atop his head... and, most importantly, firefighters. Lots of them. Oodles of rugged, huge men. Clad in Levi's and t-shirts and wandering around with beers in their hands, mixing and mingling.

"I just volunteered for the dunk tank. Y'know, because it's for a good cause." His pointed effort to keep his stare focused on the person next to him went up in smoke as another fireman passed and shot him a bright smile. Vitus sighed, "God, is there anything better than a giant firefighter? I love it here. Sorry. Okay. Anyways. Let's see if you can knock me in. It's five bucks for every three throws."

#merrockstarter #merrockevent #apologizing in advance to whoever is gracious enough to reply to this #he's so annoying jdslfjkds

[yurishim]

who: open & yuri where: community garden when: earth week

Yuri took a moment to stretch her back, standing amidst the lively bustle of Merrock’s community garden. The air was fresh with the scent of soil and new growth. As she knelt down to plant another row of cheerful marigolds, she couldn’t help but smile at the sight of people coming together to nurture the environment. “It’s amazing to see everyone out and involved.” Yuri remarked to a nearby person, her hands busy in the earth. “Especially the kids, getting a kick out of planting something that’ll grow because of them.”

#merrockevent #merrockstarter #/ basic but take it as you want lol 😭

[lcrcmcrie]

What: Singles’ Party

When: February 11

Who: 6/6 **CAPPED! But please let me know if you want a closed starter *

Lara hadn't been much for dating since she became a mom. Of course, her life was pretty much turned on its head after getting her divorce and coming to terms with herself. Still, she had an opportunity to get out there and socialize. Even her daughter told her she deserved to be happy. Glancing around, she smiled, nodding at whomever she passed by. And it also meant she needed to get to know more people around her. "Excuse me," she signed, while mouthing out the words. "Is this seat taken?"

#merrockstarter #merrockevent

[itscassiokbye]

Who: Cassi & Open

Where: Local library in Merrock

When: 2nd of March, Thursday, Read America Day

Cassi made it to the local library, looking for a book to read for Lily before bed. However shortly after making it there she found herself browsing romance section. A bit of embarrassing guilty pleasure. As she dropped one book, she reached for it and saw someone.

"This is for a friend." She clarified, embarrassed

#merrockstarter #readamerica #merrockevent

[merrock]

event: Earth Week

location: all around Merrock

date & time: April 19-28, 2024

ooc duration: April 19-28, 2024

Instead of just one day to celebrate Earth Day… let's have a whole week (and then some)! Since we all want to get outside and have a good time, many fun things have been set up for the Merrockites to see and do around town this week, whether it's getting your hands dirty, breaking a sweat, or just relaxing outside.

This event is for all ages, whether you want to come out with a group of friends, do something solo, hang with your family, or anything in between. Everyone is welcome, and every day is up for grabs! Under the cut, you will find some fun things to do: but feel free to come up with your own earthy, outdoorsy ideas.

PICNIC DAY: on April 23rd, get outside and have a picnic! All school-aged children will be having their lunches outdoors, and employers are encouraged to let their workers do the same.

ARBOR DAY: and on April 26th, you can pick up baby trees at the Town Hall, to either be planted around Merrock, or in your own backyard!

HIKING: whether you want something easy, like flat trails, or a little more challenging, like hiking the waterfalls, the State Park will have all of their trails open for hiking and walking! you can head out solor, or take a guided trail, too.

COMMUNITY GARDEN: the garden will open this week to reserve your plot and start planting, as well as growing in the 'community space' where everyone can share the goods.

BIKE RIDES: meet up at Cityview Park with like-minded individuals looking to get out on their bikes; take a biking tour around Merrock's downtown area!

PLAYGROUND & PARK CLEAN-UP: head over to the playgrounds and parks in Merrock and do some clean-up, so the kids can have the most beautiful spaces to play this summer!

SPORTY FUN: over at the community athletic fields, get together a game of football, volleyball, kickball, whatever it is that you want to do to enjoy being outside.

WATERWAYS CLEANING: spend a little time picking up around Lake Malory, the beaches, and Black Creek, making sure that they're fresh and clean for the warm season.

LITTER CHALLENGE: take a slip to town hall saying that you've picked up a certain amount of litter, and be entered into a raffle to win a prize! the more you pick up, the more chances you have to win!

STATE PARK SCAVENGER HUNT: a hunt has been set up for kids and adults to find different birds, plants and wild life while they're out adventuring!

NATURE RUN: a 5k challenge has been set up in the countryside, running through some fields and along the creek! although it's not timed, and can be done any time that week, those who enter must donate money raised by donors to nature-centric causes.

Please note, these ideas are not the be-all, end-all for the event! If there is something you want your characters to do together while they're out in nature, please do! Go horseback riding, go clean up the golf course, take a boat ride, whatever you see fit. These are just some suggestions and organized activities to help you get started.

As usual, existing activity doesn't have to be dropped or paused if you still want to continue those threads, just be understanding if people want to put focus into the event. We will not be doing a thread roulette, but there is a plot / thread call post in the OOC to generate buzz and interest! xx

#merrockevent

[mcndyhcrtmcn]

January 20, 2024. Mandy Hartman attends the Royal Gala as a princess in pink. Powder pink, dusty pink with a dash of gold. Attending with @stellylee

#merrockevent #merrockfashion

[lucie-newman]

#merrocksocial #pimping out her photography skills #event: winterholidaymarket #merrockevent

[marlownewman]

WHO: marlow & OPEN WHERE: A fire pit at The Glen WHEN: May 20, evening HOW MANY: CAPPED! c:

The camping event had come not a moment too soon. Some space, some fresh air, some time to herself -- it was exactly what Marlow needed. She had spent most of the first day setting up her tent and taking herself on a long, winding hike. It felt amazing. And now she was pleasantly sore and tired, leaning back in a camping chair by one of the fire pits in the public clearing. She had a beer by her side and a marshmallow slowly roasting. "You'll have to excuse my taste," she says with a sheepish laugh. "I like my marshmallows beyond toasted. Like, black and charred, you know."

#//capping at 5 so i don't get overwhelmed!! will still be reaching out for closed/plotted stuff tho! #//will keep this original post updated with the reply count c: #merrockstarter #merrockevent #nature week

[brooksienewman]

Newman family farm at the holiday market

Stock up on all things blueberry! Jam, compote, preserves, both just blueberry and fused with other flavors. There will also be a small selection of blueberry baked goods each day and the first hour of the market we will be making blueberry buttermilk pancakes.

#merrockevent

[xjaylahopkins]

BEADSBYJAY AT MERROCK WINTER MARKET 2023

Whether you’re looking for last minutes gifts or to treat yourself this holiday, Jayla is selling both Christmas themed and non-holiday themed handmade earrings in various styles. All items are being sold at a discounted price, ranging from $45-$115 dependent on the pair. Custom orders for the beginning of 2024 are also now open, at standard pricing, or $70-$175 dependent on the style and size ordered. Stop by to pick out your special pair of earrings before inventory runs out, or place an order to start the new year in style!

Other beaded goods sold but not pictured include but are not limited to: pop sockets, keychains, and bracelets.

#merrockevent

[xalecjacobs]

Unknown Destination

hometown summer show

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where: downtown Merrock - converted warehouse venue

when: Friday, July 14th - doors open 9pm

details:

18+ only

$15 - wristbands at the door

max capacity 200 people, so show up early!

beer available for purchase

the night is all about celebrating the music that got us through those angsty teen years, dress up and wear what you wore back in the day — or whatever emo means to you!

See you at the show! 🤘🏽

OOC:

• in order to allow everyone to join in on the fun, feel free to post outfits showing off how your character dressed in high school or whatever their interpretation of ‘emo’ fashion is

• an afterparty for friends and family will be hosted by the band at the Mirage as well, feel free to have your character stop by and party after the show

#merrockevent

[vitusxaydin]

*Open* Location: New Haven Daycare

Vitus was in the middle of a small crisis. He'd never stepped foot inside the local daycare before, figured he'd lend a hand during Volunteer Week. But the daycare leader, affectionately known by the children as Ms. Naya, left him in charge while she stepped away to talk to a sick child's father. The math was not in his favor; no matter how much he loved kids, he was relatively inexperienced compared to a lot of other people, and over a dozen kids now looked to him for everything. Vitus was in the middle of searching for art supplies for one girl, helping another kid tie his shoes, and encouraging two others to stop fighting, when someone else above toddler age finally entered the room. "Oh, thank god—can you help me out here? I can't find the paintbrushes or scrap paper anywhere, and I think these little guys are close to unionizing."

#merrockstarter #merrockevent #i need no excuse to write vitus w kids but this was a great one

[theobrowningfd]

Merrock Halloween Masquerade 2023

Theme inspiration: Wolf Attending with: His wife

#merrockevent #merrocktask #merrockfashion #Muse

[aminarocks]

Universal Rocks at the Winter Market

Come and shop from a variety of crystals, gifts, and metaphysical items. At the booth, you can create your own witch ball filled with herbs, small crystals, and charms, in order to set your intentions for the Yule season and the year ahead.

#merrockevent

[cagenewman]

WINTER HOLIDAY MARKET DECEMBER 17 - 23, 2023

Creekside Carpentry and Construction will be selling a variety of Christmas goods, from tree ornaments to decorations to lawn figurines. The entire store is running a buy one, get one 50% off sale for the week, and all furniture orders placed will receive 25% off. Although it's too late to place Christmas orders, it's not too late to order some furniture for the new year! All furniture and decor is handmade by the Creekside team, with the vast majority of wood used coming from old barns and buildings around town that have been restored or repurposed to bring fresh life to old, beautiful things.

#merrockevent #creekside