Fall Gathering of Keystone XL Pipeline Fighters (Potluck)

By Mark Hefflinger

News October 2, 2026

(2025 KXL Pipeline Fighters Gathering)

Join us for a fall gathering of Keystone XL Pipeline Fighters. We have defeated this pipeline 3 times now… and it’s NOT coming back!

WHAT: Fall Gathering of Keystone XL Pipeline Fighters
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 7, 11am – 4pm
WHERE: KC Hall, 106 S. Sherrill St., Atkinson, NE
*PLEASE RSVP* via Text or Email:
402-340-8548
bdsteskal@gmail.com

Bring your Favorite Dish to Share! Tableware, Napkins, & Drinks Provided!

“Good Food is all the sweeter when shared with good Friends.”

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