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**Tickets (SOLD OUT):** [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/gay-mens-speed-dating-tickets-1985428071809](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/gay-mens-speed-dating-tickets-1985428071809) With dating apps linked to stress, anxiety, poor body image, and low self-esteem, it's no wonder more and more people are looking to make connections in the real world - that's where we come in! If you're a gay man looking to meet some new people, whether it's for romantic or social connections, this could be the opportunity you're looking for. This is for gay men of all ages (18+). The event will be organised by a mental health professional, and aims to provide a safe place for everyone; bullying, discrimination and harassment will not be tolerated. **How It Works** \- An experienced host will provide structure\, and will be available for queries throughout the event \- Attendees are divided into two groups and cycle through 10 minute dates at random \- Some short breaks are provided in between batches of dates to give people the chance to mingle and reset \- We don't do scorecards; attendees are encouraged to create their own opportunities \- A list of prompt questions will be available to keep the conversation flowing If you have any questions, accessibility concerns, or are experiencing financial hardship, please reach out to us to discuss!

Join us for a family and pet-friendly Neurosparkles picnic at the Fairfield Boathouse and Tea Gardens. Come down, and make the most of the autumnal weather. Likely to be the last picnic for a few months *🥶* Come solo, with family, as a carer, or with a pet. All ages are welcome 🐶 No structure, no pressure. Just good people, fresh air, and space to connect. **When:** Saturday 18th April **Time:** 12:30pm to 4:30pm **(come and go anytime)** **Where:** Fairfield Park Boathouse and Tea Gardens, the closest street is Heidelberg Rd **Feel free to bring a picnic blanket, board/card or garden games, food/drinks to share - but this is entirely optional.** 🐕 **Guidelines** Dogs must remain on leash at all times Do not bring dogs with aggressive behaviour You are responsible for yourself and any pets you bring If you have issues finding us feel free to comment below or message an event host via Meetup or post in our WhatsApp community. Location is here: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/NE8AEc9kjrc4aARF8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NE8AEc9kjrc4aARF8) What to bring (optional): * Picnic mats, foldable chairs, or blankets * Snacks or drinks to enjoy or share * Games or cards if you’d like to keep things lively Remember to stay hydrated, wear a hat and apply sunscreen and stay warm as it will be a cold day. If weather is poor, the event will be rescheduled and updated here Nearest transport: • Route 250 or 251 bus then short walk • Route 546 bus on Heidelberg Rd • 15 minute walk from Dennis Station **The event is open to all neurodivergent people, their families, carers and pets and anyone who values a friendly, inclusive space. Many attendees come on their own, so if you’re feeling a bit hesitant, know you’ll be in good company and warmly welcomed.** If at any point you have concerns or feel uncomfortable about any group member, please notify one of the organisers. Disclaimer & Safety Notice By attending this Meetup, you agree: • Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. • Organisers are community volunteers, not medical or professional providers. • You are responsible for your own safety, choices, and belongings. • Organisers are not liable for injury, loss, or damage at any time. • If you have health or access needs, please make your own arrangements. • In an emergency, call 000 immediately. By joining, you accept full responsibility for your actions and well-being.

📚 #InPursuit is a book club for entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious minds who know personal growth fuels business growth. **See a lot of RSPVPs and wonder how it works? We'll break up into groups of 6-8 to share our insights, then swap groups after 30-45min so you can maximise learning from everybody!** *Note: this even is not organised by or affiliated with The State Library of Victoria* **That's what #InPursuit is all about** It’s not a traditional book club, it’s a space for people who are actively designing a better life through the pursuit of business, creativity, and personal growth. This event is for anyone #InPursuit of better business, life and relationships. Instead of reading the same book, we each come prepared to share one powerful insight from something we’ve read in the past 3-months. Anything non-fiction that’s moved us forward. Whether it’s a mindset shift, a productivity system, a new philosophy, or just a truth that punched us in the gut. This is a place to unpack it together and hear what others are learning too. We’re not just here to *read*. We’re here to *integrate*. Because when we grow, our business and our lives grow too. **🔍 Why Join? You'll leave with:** * 5–10 fresh insights from books you may never have picked up * Deeper awareness of how others think, lead, and evolve * New connections with people walking a similar path toward purpose, results, and impact This isn’t a lecture. It’s a room full of people building themselves while they build the thing. **📖 How It Works** First time? No pressure to share, just come curious. We'll break up into groups of 6-8 and share our insights, then swap groups so you can maximise the learning! Returning? Bring one idea you’ve read about in the last 3-months and be ready to speak on: 1. What did you learn? 2. How did it shift your perspective about the world or yourself? 3. How has it changed the way you show up or behave? We keep it structured, but flexible. After sharing, we open up to Q&A, personal stories, challenges, and deep dives. Some of the best insights come from the conversations *after* the share. **🧠 Who This Is For** * Entrepreneurs or side-hustlers finding their footing * Business owners, and doers building toward better * Curious minds who love ideas but care more about action * People tired of shallow conversations and hungry for growth If you’re working on something—or becoming someone—this space is for you. It’s a practice ground for people who want to grow forward. We’re all #InPursuit of mastery, momentum, and the kind of success that starts from within. **Map on how to get there** We're in the Create Quarter on the ground level (back right of the Quad as you enter from Swanson St). We'll likely be on a long table together. https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/SLV-EnglishMap_Jan25.pdf

Welcome to our little badminton crew! 🏸 We’re a small non-profit community group who simply love playing badminton, staying active, and bringing people together. Everyone here volunteers their time, and any small fees just go towards court hire and shuttlecocks so we can keep the games going for everyone. All skill levels are welcome — whether you’re a beginner or have played for years. It’s all about good vibes, friendly rallies, and meeting new people who enjoy the sport. Come join us and let’s play! 🙌 Fee includes shuttlecocks and court hire. Racket hire: $2 each if you don’t have one.

—— DETAIL —— We will meet at the starting point, take a short stroll to a cute cafe by the Yarra River. We will grab a bite/ coffee and hang there. We will head back to the starting point after. Dress for comfort. If this is your first event, come along & simply say, "Hi, it's my first time joining the group event." or ask the organiser to introduce you. You can take it slow and start from there. If you're regular, take the opportunity to get to know others you've met before. Feel free to continue the conversation over coffee/ lunch after the walk. **\-\-\- Running Late \-\-\-** If you are running late, please message at least 30 mins in advance. We will wait up to 15 mins before heading off. We won't be able to keep track of messages once we start. **\-\-\- RSVP / Change of Plan \-\-\-** Change of plan or decide not to attend is absolutely okay. Please do update your RSVP to "NO", so others can have the opportunity to attend. **\-\-\- Intro \-\-\-** Kudos to Friends….Expand Your Social Circle Meetup group is a community of individuals who prefer to take it slow to get to know each other overtime in Melbourne. Join us on a fun journey as we explore cafes, restaurants and bars, including drinks, meals, outings, chilling, cultural exchange, etc. Above all, we’d like to celebrate the importance of friendships. So if you are looking to expand your social circle and explore new adventures and venues in Melbourne, come join us! **\-\-\- WhatsApp Group \-\-\-** We use WhatsApp for more fluid communication, including ideas, interest groups, questions etc. Please let the organizer know if you would like to be added to the WhatsApp Group at the event. We will send an invite to attendees to the group. (give us some time) **\-\-\- Rules \-\-\-** Admin will only add members to the group with a clear profile picture. (No hidden behind sunglasses, masks, drawings) **You might be removed from the group in the case of…** * no show * without a clear profile picture * anti-social behaviour (i.e. acts rude / disrespectful regularly) * take advantage of individuals for personal gain(s) **\-\-\- Privacy \-\-\-** Do not disclose your contact number in this post comment. We will delete your comment/info as soon as we see it to protect your privacy.

💃 Unique Events Singles Soirée Forget the apps, swipes, ghosting, and dead-end chats… it’s time to get back to real-life flirty fun! 🎉 Join us for an afternoon of laughter, cheeky banter, and 🍸 – where singles connect IRL and sparks fly in Casino RoyaleVibe, so dress to Impress✨ 🎶 Chat in this relaxed lounge area with a cocktail in hand and see if any sparks ignite, if not a match meet some great friends along the way! 💥 Event Highlights *Ice breakergames *Prizes for Best dressed *Photo booth *smoking area upstairs *happy hour 4pm til 6pm Mens Tickets 🎟 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mens-42-58yo-singles-soiree-casino-royale-vibes-tickets-1984762068776 Date: Sun, 19 Apr, Time: 4:00 pm Place: LALA LAND CITY lvl 1/125 Hardware Street. Melbourne (includes a complimentary glass of bubbles ,wine on arrival DRESS TO IMPRESS Casino royale theme Ladies 🎟 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ladies-singles-soiree-casino-royale-vibe-42-58yo-ticketed-event-tickets-1984760760864 🍹 Happy Hour: , 4pm – 6 pm $15 Signature Cocktails Link for tickets: Don’t miss out on the ultimate singles soirée – where the music’s hot, the vibes are flirty, and the fun is non-stop! 💃✨ ---

FIND YOUR BESTIE XO BUILD YOUR COMMUNITY XO She’s here… and she’s full xo Our May, June & July Events ARE GOING LIVE TOMORROW XOXO — and it is everything. Over the next three months, we are bringing you a full experience calendar designed for connection, confidence, fun, creativity, and living a little more fully. From slow mornings to sparkling nights… from deep conversations to playful, social moments… this is your space to find your people and your spark. Our Monthly Favourites xo The ones you’ll see again and again — your go-to moments to connect, unwind, and enjoy Pizza & Prosecco xo Cocktail Connections xo Besties, Bubbles & Banter xo Mexican & Margaritas xo Sunday Sessions xo Walks, Lunches & Dinners xo Bubbles & Brunch xo Rosé All Day xo Sips & Sunshine xo Lunch & Laughs xo Dinner & Drinks xo Prosecco & Platters xo Tapas & Tequila xo Spritz & Social xo Girls Night & Giggles xo Wine Down Wednesdays xo Sangria & Sunshine xo Champagne Catch-Ups xo Cocktails & Conversations xo Brunch & Bubbles xo Sip & Social xo Tacos & Tequila xo Sunset Sips xo Fizz & Friends xo Cheese & Chardonnay xo Margs & Mates xo Bites & Bubbles xo Sips, Snacks & Social xo Dinner Party xo Long Lunch xo Sparkling Social xo Bubbles & Banter xo Friday Night Fizz xo Weekend Wind Down xo Sunday Sips xo Plates & Prosecco xo … and everything in between Our Signature Experiences xo FASHION & STYLE Style Your Shape xo Fashionistas xo FOOD & DRINK Foodie Femmes xo Bake It & Take It xo Charcuterie, Cocktails & Champagne xo Champagne & Cocktails xo Wine & Travel xo Boozy Book Club xo WELLNESS, MOVEMENT & NATURE Glow & Grow xo Nature Lovers xo Walking Women xo Tipsy Yoga xo Garden Gurus xo CREATIVITY & EXPRESSION Sip & Sketch xo Champagne & Creativity xo She Creates xo LIFESTYLE, SOCIAL & CONNECTION High Tea Honeys xo Books & Bubbles xo Bestie Connect xo Pawse & Prosecco xo My Love Language is Picnics xo Dine & Dance xo PERSONAL GROWTH & CONFIDENCE Love Your Life xo She Builds xo Ladies in LeadHERship xo Money & Magnetic Women xo SATURDAY RESET SERIES Mindfulness & Mimosas xo Morning Glow xo Coffee & Connection xo Slow Saturday Society xo Move & Mingle xo The Saturday Reset xo Bloom Morning xo Create Your Calm xo The Gentle Hustle xo The Friendship Brunch xo Reset & Rise xo This is your invitation to step into something more — more connection, more joy, more you. Memberships open tomorrow - $50 for 13 months normally $199. SALE ENDS MIDNIGHT Sunday 19th April 2026 OR Sold out prior. Limited spaces across all experiences Find your people. Find your moment. Find your COMMUNITY XO

Join us as we walk around and enjoy a local market at QVM that celebrates Latin American culture, with plenty of food, performances and local goods on offer. There will also be live music so it is sure to be a great day out! Check out their webpage for more details: [https://cachivacheslatinmarket.com/](https://cachivacheslatinmarket.com/) 📍 **Meetup Point:** Queen Victoria Markets *(exact location will be shared on the day)* Come along for a relaxed walk, food, good vibes, and great company. Looking forward to seeing you there! 💃

Hi Radiant Ladies, After our Saturday walk, join us at Windchimes Café for coffee, friendly vibes, and a relaxed catch-up. 🅿️ 2-hour parking out front. See you there! Lyn 😀

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Evolve exists to connect women entrepreneurs connect with one another, serve one another, and help one another overcome challenges in marketing, sales, networking, and professional development. **[Add to Calendar](https://www.evolvewomensnetwork.com/columbus-oh.html)** **What to Expect:** \~ Welcome team to greet you, introduce you to others, and make sure you feel a part of the group from your very first meeting \~ Welcome & Introductions: 15 second introductions \~ 15 Minute Speaker Spotlight: Member speaker who shares a bit of her story, how she got to doing what she does, and a tangible tip she uses to gain success in her business. No hard selling...no expectations. Simply giving the group an opportunity to get to know her and her journey. \~ 20 Minute Break Out Sessions: Small groups is where we connect best. Extroverted and Introverted alike get the opportunity to share on a deeper level and learn from one another. \~ Take Aways: Hear what the other groups talked about and share resources to grow yourself and your business \~ Grow Time!: Do you need a specific connection to a person, company, or industry? Share it with us! We love to open our networks to one another and grow together! Guests are always welcome. Please contact Mentor Director Donna Schomer at Donna@EvolveWomensNetwork.com for more information. We'd love to meet you!

Have a small business? Ever wish you could just ask some questions around how to grow your business, get more customers or just know what the freak you are doing with sales? Now is your chance!! Every month we are hosting the "Ask an Expert" at the Columbus Metro Library, Main campus. I will be there to answer your Sales related questions. Drop-in for sales coaching designed to help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals sharpen their sales approach. Whether you have questions on how to refine your pitch, are looking to close deals more quickly, or are working on building better client relationships, Smashing Your Sales Goals Coaches are here to help. Drop-in to get expert insights, actionable strategies and real-time solutions to grow your business and generate higher profits. Drop-In Sales Coaching is FREE + OPEN to the public. No appointment needed. First come, first served. EPIC Learning created. Accelerate Columbus supported.

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR - FLIGHTS N TACOS!!! Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Giant Eagle Grandview Yard Event Center! (upper level) **Plenty of free parking**. The event center is huge! Pics are in the comments. Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR!! – Flights n Tacos Let’s join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!) • Taco Bar • Margarita and Beer tasting • Complementary chips and salsa • Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase • Festive Band/Music Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar: Optional - For $15.00 per person you can also get 4 Margarita or beer) Get ready for a fun evening filled with live music, great conversation, and a lively crowd of 50+ singles and friends looking to mix, mingle, and enjoy the night. Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel the welcoming, social vibe. Enjoy happy hour at the bar until 6 PM, or take part in the special Cinco de Mayo experience featuring margarita flights and delicious Mexican bites. It’s the perfect setting to relax, meet new people, and celebrate in style. Our private upstairs space gives us plenty of room to connect, laugh, and enjoy the energy of the night. Come when you can, stay as long as you like — the best conversations (and the most fun!) tend to build as the evening goes on. No agenda — just great people, live music, and a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss!