Good morning, Round Rock.

Texas-based Dell Technologies is returning to the consumer market at CES with new XPS laptops featuring a 900 energy density battery, a tiny camera, upgraded displays, and enhanced AI along with high-performance Alienware gaming systems, and it will use the event to reconnect with everyday buyers in Las Vegas.

We Are Blood is partnering with area hospitals and EMS agencies for its Partners for Patients blood drives from Jan.

2-9 to ease a post-holiday shortage — seeking 200 daily donations to help patients in emergencies; donors 17 and older will get an exclusive commemorative T-shirt and contest entry.

2026 Tour of Texas Austin Recruiting Combine

7-8:30 p.m. — Round Rock Sports Center — Open to all female athletes — Get a jump on the recruiting process on January 16th.

January Book Club Gathering

6-7 p.m. — Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center — Complimentary tickets available — Engage in stimulating conversation with fellow book lovers over delightful hors d'oeuvres and beverages.

Daddy Daughter Dance

6-9 p.m. — Kalahari Resorts & Conventions — $20 — Enjoy a charming evening of dancing with your daughter at this annual community event.

Pinthouse Pizza Chess Night

6-8 p.m. — Pinthouse Pizza — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of social chess paired with delicious beer and pizza.

Artist of the Month Showcase & Meet & Greet

5-7 p.m. — The Ruby Hotel — Free entry — Celebrate the art of Mike Smoller in an engaging community showcase.