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It’s Monday! Let’s go Bowling!
**!!Please read to the end for important information!!**
Monday night bowling?! What a great idea! Join us for good times and lousy bowling.
Lane assignment may vary each week. To find us, tell the front desk you are here for the "OG Lousy Bowlers."
We often have a wait list. Too ensure that those who want to attend get a chance to do so:
please confirm your plans at least two days in advance (Saturday) of each event and update your RSVP if you can no longer attend. Members will be removed from the group after their second unannounced no-show. **Consistent RSVP changes less than two days before our events will result in a warning, after which they will be considered as a no-show.**
Ice Cream Social
Enjoy a sweet **Ice Cream Social** at Woody's Ice Cream! Grab your favorite flavor, relax, and connect with others in a fun, laid-back setting.
Come for the ice cream, stay for the company!
Monday Evening Rock Climbing at Movement Crystal City
## Details
Hello everyone! We climb at Crystal City Movement every Monday. Please read rest of the description carefully.
We mostly do tope rope climbing but we can arrange bouldering sessions as well. If you prefer lead climbing please post on the comments to find your belay partner.
\#\# Requirements
* If you are not a Movement member, you'll get a daily pass. If you don't have the equipments you can rent them in the gym.
* Please sign the waiver through: [https://movementgyms.com/waiver/](https://movementgyms.com/waiver/)
* You can get a discounted day pass and free rental gear if you say you are here for my meetup
All skill levels are welcome! If you are totally new to climbing and want to do top rope, then you have to have a belay certificate. In order to do that;
* You can check Movement gym Intro to Rope Climbing class : [https://movementgyms.com/crystal-city/climbing/classes/](https://movementgyms.com/crystal-city/climbing/classes/)
* After the course, you should do the 'Belay Check' which can be done as soon as 24 hours after you take the class. The test takes around 15 mins so it can be done before the climbing session.
Before your first visit you may want to check the related webpage: [https://movementgyms.com/first-visit/](https://movementgyms.com/first-visit/)
\#\# Where to meet
To find us go down the stairs in front of the front desk. We will meet around the benches next to climbing walls.
Monday Indoor Rock Climbing @ Movement Rockville
**Please note new time: we are now starting at 6pm!**
Climbers of all skill levels are welcome! To join us:
1. Complete the [participant agreement](https://movementgyms.com/participant-agreement/).
2. Pass the belay check, which can be done the same day. See [FAQs](https://movementgyms.com/first-visit/#faqs) for more info.
3. Pay for [gym membership or day pass](https://movementgyms.com/memberships-passes/). The event itself is run by volunteer organizers free of charge.
If you are interested but have never belayed before, please take the [Introduction to Rope Climbing](https://movementgyms.com/rockville/calendar/#activity=climbing&location=rockville&class-type=intro-series&area-of-focus=safety-and-belaying) class first. We'd love to climb with you as soon as you know how to belay safely using a GriGri.
To find us, go past the front desk and turn left. We'll gather by the fitness room entrance.
If you need a refresher on knot tying and/or belaying, please post in comments or message the host and we'll be happy to help.
We normally top rope in groups of 2-3 people, but some are also happy to lead. Post in comments or ask on the spot if you are interested in leading.
MP(Mon)-Grass Volleyball: BB/A (Stevenson Park)
## Please read all below before you sign up
**Cost:** Free
**Court Type:** Outdoor Grass
**Level:** BB/A
**Transportation:** Parking will be right by the grass.
**What to bring:** at least 3 bottles of water and a ball/net if you have one.
**8 persons per net max**
**Host's Philosophy on This Event:**
The purpose of this meetup is to create a fun and supportive environment where we can improve our skills, enjoy competitive games, and connect socially. While we do aim to play seriously and challenge ourselves, the focus is more on growth and enjoyment than simply winning at all costs. That’s why the title doesn’t include “competitive” or “social”—we want a healthy mix of both. We do expect a mindset geared toward learning and getting better over time. That said, this event isn’t intended for total beginners; an understanding of the game is expected so that everyone can contribute to meaningful and engaging matches. The host holds the right to remove you from the game if they believe that you are at a C level (absolute beginner). If you can't pass to the setter, for example, you are a beginner.
**Skill Level:**
1. **If you want to know your level, please see the link below:**
[Smiley Social Volleyball Levels](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PojSi4qdlRsv1msCHhvpQ43iDc4FfzQwpWCc3kafVMY/edit)
**YouTube:**
The games may be recorded and uploaded to our channel here:
Let the host know if you have an issue with this. [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/@mp02626)
**ATTENDANCE:**
**Player Selection:** Regulars > Your Vibe > Skills > \*Flaky-ratio (your attendance ratio) > New Members
\*If you have attended 3 events and dropped 6, you may or may not be invited. Anyone with a flaky ratio of -.50 or lower.
If you have a recent no-show, you may not be invited.
The host takes attendance very seriously. Please remove yourself from the event (if you can't make it) as early as possible to allow others to join. You will be marked as a ***no-show*** if you don't show up to the event.
[Smiley Social Rules](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HrG35p_0M08leRvCp8XWG3CMkr_GL928XFabl5T6Dvg/edit)
**Q&A**
*-Bringing your dog or cat is welcome and encouraged.*
-Can I come if I don't know how to play? \*No, you may not. The host does teach a beginner's volleyball class that you may attend on Saturdays.
-Can I be late or leave early? *The host expects you to be there **on time** and leave on time. If you need to come late or leave early, please let the host know ahead of time.*
-Can I come even if I am not on the going list? \*No, sorry
-How can I improve my flaky ratio? *You can attend other Smiley events. Commit to showing up.*
-Why are new members accepted last? *Because they are the most flaky.*
-NO SMOKING (anything)
**Smiley Social Important Links:**
1. [Group Rules](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HrG35p_0M08leRvCp8XWG3CMkr_GL928XFabl5T6Dvg)
2. [Liability Waiver](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W2mq-7m99lmvd7gdWYaSUFtvVg4UGnzV6koafAbHmco)
3. [Volleyball Levels](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PojSi4qdlRsv1msCHhvpQ43iDc4FfzQwpWCc3kafVMY/)
Foodies + New Friends
A night out with new friends over dinner! Sign up and we will organize a table reservation at the selected restaurant of the week. All ages welcome!
Beginer Banter Club (A1 - B1)
👉 Enroll at **[www.worklifespanish.com/conversational-spanish-clubs.html](http://www.worklifespanish.com/conversational-spanish-clubs.html)**
Our ***Beginner Banter Club*** meets online and is available to all Spanish learners at the A1-B1 levels who want to start speaking and build confidence. Each week, we’ll explore vocabulary and cultural themes like holidays, food, and daily life in the Spanish-speaking world.
****Location: Zoom
Day: Mondays, 5pm - 6pm ET
Price: $27.50 / session or FREE with monthly credits
🎁 **FREE Trial Event Available!** Use code **FREECLUB** when you sign up.
👉 Enroll at **[https://www.worklifespanish.com/conversational-spanish-clubs.html](https://www.worklifespanish.com/conversational-spanish-clubs.html)**
Make New Friends Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Tuesday Trivia @ Caddies on Cordell!
Come hang out at a Bethesda staple and total crowd favorite for an evening of competitive (but mostly fun) trivia! We’ll be lounging on the patio starting at **7:00 PM**—perfect timing to take advantage of Happy Hour and secure a table before trivia starts at **7:30 PM**.
**The Cheat Sheet:**
* **The Fuel:** Half-price pizza and Happy Hour specials until 10:00 PM.
* **The IQ:** High, low, or non-existent—all brainpower (and good vibes) welcome.
* **The Logistics:** Parking is a breeze with plenty of street spots and public garages nearby.
Speed Dating 💝 Main Event 💝 Ages 20s-30s
Hi! 😊
**Note:** This event is posted on multiple platforms, so more people come than just the RSVPs here.
This is a **Speed Dating event** ❤️
**Why participate:**
Great and easy way to meet your **new girlfriend / boyfriend!**
You do not need to worry about starting first, **the host does everything for you.**
Great and easy way to make **new friends.**
**🎫 GET YOUR TICKET HERE: 🎫**
**www.datemap.net/dc -** (if link doesn’t work - it means we sold out)
🕊️ **Changed plans?** Just DM us 24h before the event for **full refund**! 😊
❗ **Note:** We often sell out close to **1 week** before the event!
❤️ **Why People Love Our Events:**
⚖️ **50/50 gender ratio guaranteed** \- watched carefully so both sides stay even
😌 **Professional host included** \- the host leads everything for you
☺️ **Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere** \- easy\, calm\, and no weird moments
🎉 **Friendly people** \- everyone is usually very warm and respectful\!
🧭 **YOUR FIRST TIME? 😊 HERE IS HOW IT WORKS:** 🧭
You have a **5 min conversation** with every participant ⏱️
There are **question cards** on each table!
Men rotate every 5 minutes, women stay seated.
At the end you get your matches. ❤️
📍 **LOCATION:**
The venue location is sent to **ticket holders** after purchase.
It is always a big cafe lounge in central Washington, DC.
💌 **QUESTIONS?**
Email us! We answer every message!
**🎫 GET YOUR TICKET HERE: 🎫**
**www.datemap.net/dc -** (if link doesn’t work - it means we sold out)
🕊️ **Changed plans?** Just DM us 24h before the event for **full refund**! 😊
❗ **Note:** We often sell out close to **1 week** before the event!
I’m glad to welcome you!
See you on Saturday! 😊❤️
Wednesday Social and Club Hopping [PLEASE READ 🙏]
We gather, grab a drink, grind and grin.
***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***
We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.
We have the discretion to decide entry.
We will rotate attendees. So that everyone meets everyone. You would get to meet your future friends/acquaintances/buddies/pals /partner-in-crimes or may be more:) To hang out/go out or do things together. Also, this is an ideal event if you are new in town or not!
***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***
**DEETS :**
***\*Registration : 9:00PM-10:00PM***
***You'll receive your wristband . If you can't make it by 10pm TEXT/EMAIL YOUR QR CODE to a friend, so that they can pick everything up for you.***
***IF YOU DON'T KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS ATTENDING THE EVENT, JUST TEXT US AT (202) 368-1878. SO THAT WE LET YOU KNOW WHICH CLUB WE ARE AT.***
***But the party and specials continue till 3AM!***
***\- Celebrate your birthday or your moments \(Graduation\, Anniversary\, Promotion\, Retirement\, Bachelorette/Bridal parties\,\.\.\.\.etc\) in life with us\!***
***\- For bottle specials\, table reservation and girls night out TEXT 202\-368\-1878\.***
**This is also a wicked 'MeRtUp'!**
**What is MERTUP?:) Mer + Meetup = Mertup.**
**Mer is known as the Meetup guy. He likes to connect people and his fans coined that name for him. So, at his events, everyone will become a Wing Person to everyone:) When you get get there, we will introduce you to someone and you will be responsible to introduce that person to another person. That is MERTUP!**
We will have specials, including our usual suspect MERtini:)
Dress code : Chick/Stylish/Elegant
**DRESS CODE STRICTLY ENFORCED**
We ask that you approach your wardrobe deliberately. No Athletic Clothing or excessively baggy clothing. Keep it chic, smart and classy! Jeans are allowed.
Acceptable Mens shorts include those with belt loops.
Unacceptable Attire:
1. Athletic Clothing: This Includes gym attire, sweatpants, yoga pants, and tracksuits
2. Baggy Clothing: Clothing that is excessively loose-fitting or oversized, such as baggy jeans, sagging sweatpants or oversized t-shirts.
3. Sportswear: Jerseys, team logos, and other sport-specific attire
4. Beachwear: shorts, tank tops, swimwear, and revealing clothing
5. Flip Flops: Open-toe sandals, thong sandals, and flip flops are not allowed
6. Timberlands and Steel Toed Shoes.
Event is free and 21+
* Come one, come all; YOU COULD FLY SOLO TOO:) This is the most friendliest event you have ever attended!
* Feel free to invite your friends. They don't necessarily have to be a member
* Ideal for either you are new in town or not, to make friends and acquaintances
* RSVP on Meetup is required. That is how we check you in.
* We will have a registration station and check you in.
Cover is $20. **But it is FREE with RSVP.**
**Fellas, it is hard to pass on this!**
***\~\~\~\~\~CHECK-IN DETAILS\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~***
***1\. You need our wristband to get the specials\.***
***2\. Photo ID: Everyone will be required to have a valid photo ID with them in order to enter\. If you forget your ID\, you will not be allowed in\.***
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PARKING INFO
Parking might be a challenge and the event involves drinking, we highly recommend you to get a shared ride or taxi service. DRINK RESPONSIBLY!
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Memorial WKND Social and Club Hopping - Friday Edition [PLEASE READ 🙏]
Let us get together to remember and honor.
At some point, we salute veterans and service members. Feel free to dress-up in your uniforms.
***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***
We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.
We have the discretion to decide entry.
We will rotate attendees. So that everyone meets everyone. You would get to meet your future friends/acquaintances/buddies/pals /partner-in-crimes or may be more:) To hang out/go out or do things together. Also, this is an ideal event if you are new in town or not!
***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***
**DEETS :**
***\*Registration : 8:00PM-9:00PM***
***You'll receive your wristband . If you can't make it by 10pm TEXT/EMAIL YOUR QR CODE to a friend, so that they can pick everything up for you.***
***IF YOU DON'T KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS ATTENDING THE EVENT, JUST TEXT US AT (202) 368-1878. SO THAT WE LET YOU KNOW WHICH CLUB WE ARE AT.***
***But the party and specials continue till 3AM!***
***\- Celebrate your birthday or your moments \(Graduation\, Anniversary\, Promotion\, Retirement\, Bachelorette/Bridal parties\,\.\.\.\.etc\) in life with us\!***
***\- For bottle specials\, table reservation and girls night out TEXT 202\-368\-1878\.***
**This is also a wicked 'MeRtUp'!**
**What is MERTUP?:) Mer + Meetup = Mertup.**
**Mer is known as the Meetup guy. He likes to connect people and his fans coined that name for him. So, at his events, everyone will become a Wing Person to everyone:) When you get get there, we will introduce you to someone and you will be responsible to introduce that person to another person. That is MERTUP!**
We will have specials, including our usual suspect MERtini:)
Dress code : Chick/Stylish/Elegant
**DRESS CODE STRICTLY ENFORCED**
We ask that you approach your wardrobe deliberately. No Athletic Clothing or excessively baggy clothing. Keep it chic, smart and classy! Jeans are allowed.
Acceptable Mens shorts include those with belt loops.
Unacceptable Attire:
1. Athletic Clothing: This Includes gym attire, sweatpants, yoga pants, and tracksuits
2. Baggy Clothing: Clothing that is excessively loose-fitting or oversized, such as baggy jeans, sagging sweatpants or oversized t-shirts.
3. Sportswear: Jerseys, team logos, and other sport-specific attire
4. Beachwear: shorts, tank tops, swimwear, and revealing clothing
5. Flip Flops: Open-toe sandals, thong sandals, and flip flops are not allowed
6. Timberlands and Steel Toed Shoes.
Event is free and 21+
* Come one, come all; YOU COULD FLY SOLO TOO:) This is the most friendliest event you have ever attended!
* Feel free to invite your friends. They don't necessarily have to be a member
* Ideal for either you are new in town or not, to make friends and acquaintances
* RSVP on Meetup is required. That is how we check you in.
* We will have a registration station and check you in.
Cover is $20. **But it is FREE with RSVP.**
**Fellas, it is hard to pass on this!**
***\~\~\~\~\~CHECK-IN DETAILS\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~***
***1\. You need our wristband to get the specials\.***
***2\. Photo ID: Everyone will be required to have a valid photo ID with them in order to enter\. If you forget your ID\, you will not be allowed in\.***
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PARKING INFO
Parking might be a challenge and the event involves drinking, we highly recommend you to get a shared ride or taxi service. DRINK RESPONSIBLY!
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The New Pornographers @ 9:30 Club
Join us across the street at roughly 6:30 p.m. for a slice of pizza at Andy's Pizza, doors open at the 9:30 club at 7:00, there's an opening act, then The New Pornographers, probably by 8:30 or 9:00 p.m.
Tickets:
$40 @ 9:30 box office
$51 @ Ticketmaster
[https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-new-pornographers-washington-district-of-columbia-05-21-2026/event/1500636ECDD0A08C](https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-new-pornographers-washington-district-of-columbia-05-21-2026/event/1500636ECDD0A08C)
[https://open.spotify.com/artist/4mO4aGO6u29UyR6XLZR9XW?si=iitJ2fB5Q7yp_lf16uXFAA](https://open.spotify.com/artist/4mO4aGO6u29UyR6XLZR9XW?si=iitJ2fB5Q7yp_lf16uXFAA)
[https://www.930.com/e/the-new-pornographers/](https://www.930.com/e/the-new-pornographers/)
"Over the past 20 years, The New Pornographers have proven themselves one of the most excellent bands in indie rock. They have released nine studio albums, including their classic debut Mass Romantic and their latest 2023’s Continue as a Guest, which marked their debut for Merge Records.
They’ve constantly offered new sonic surprises with every album, and have established themselves alongside modern luminaries like Yo La Tengo and Superchunk when it comes to their ability to evolve while still retaining what made them so special in the first place. Of the newest record, New York Magazine lauded, “The New Pornographers are a massive unit bursting with unique and intersecting talents…the band’s ninth album serves another helping of their signature dish.”
The band's new single "Ballad of the Last Payphone" is out now with a new full-length album slated for release in 2026 – more details to come.
Critical acclaim for The New Pornographers:
“Over the course of their 20-plus-year career, the New Pornographers have often specialized in catchy ambiguity. If leader Carl Newman was just a machine cranking out power-pop tunes, it would get boring. But there’s also a lot of mixed emotions going on under the surface of their studiously nuanced pop-rock formalism—like if Cheap Trick was as quick-witted as Steely Dan, or the Romantics were as thoughtful as R.E.M.”
- Rolling Stone
“Pure, blissfully irresistible power pop”
- NPR Music
“[The New Pornographers] make catchy, sophisticated alternate-universe hits.”
- Stereogum"
Girls Club WEDNESDAY MAY 20th RUN @Smithsonian Metro (Mall Side) - D.C.
Girls Club MAY 20th WEDNESDAY “Weekly Run” @Smithsonian Metro (Mall Side) Washington, D.C.
LADIES THIS IS A VERY RUNNING GROUP, PLEASE RSVP! Let's meet from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm on WEDNESDAY, MAY 20th for “Weekly Run” @Smithsonian Metro (Mall Side) in -Washington, D.C! This is a very popular run!
PLEASE RSVP! We need RSVP 48-hours before the event to get a head count! We will all meet at 6:30PM at the Smithsonian for our weekly run!
\*\*REQUIRED\*\*Must be Ages: 20s-30s
\*\*REQUIRED\*\* RSVP Here!
\*\*REQUIRED\*\*Join Meetup Club Here: [https://www.instagram.com/arlingtondcgirlsclub/](https://www.instagram.com/arlingtondcgirlsclub/)
Girls-Club-20s-30s
What: Weekly Running!
Where: Smithsonian Metro (Mall Side) Washington, D.C.
When: Friday, MAY 20th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Train stations: Orange Line & Silver Line & Blue Line (Smithsonian Metro Train Stop) \*Mall Side
SUMMER is ALMOST HERE!!! CHEERS!!! :))
\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*Disclosure\*\*\*\*\*\*\*If it rains, we will reschedule for the following week!
Sunday Brunch Social: Meet New Friends
⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**This is a curated, small-group meetup make new friends in Washington.**
Each meetup brings together 4–6 like-minded people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to organize and ensure everyone’s a good fit.
👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com](https://groupvibe.com)
Once you register, and **buy a ticket or become a Groupvibe member**, we’ll share the exact location and match you with your group.
**Why this works:**
\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier
\* Matching helps avoid awkward dynamics
**Note:**
RSVPs here on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website.
This meetup is organized by **Groupvibe**, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
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Columbus Verified Singles Interactive Zoom Night
**🥰 Face-to-Face Speed Dating Online for Singles near Columbus**
Round by round, you'll sit down for quick private Zoom rounds with Columbus singles paired for compatibility by age and quiz, as a skilled host keeps the pace natural.
On completing your sign-up, there is a short quiz about your personality and preferences — the matching data comes from to organise compatible Columbus locals for your session, so every round is informed by more than just looks.
When it is all done, mutual matches are shared privately — strictly for mutual matches only — and you connect at whatever pace feels right to you.
**Register by age group:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=18-32&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=30-46&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=40-58&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=55+&face_v=4.0)
**⚠️ Please note:** This rsvp is not enough to hold your place in the rounds, so complete registration via your age bracket link and finish the short personality quiz — places close once the group is full so sign up early, and skipping either step means your place is not held.
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**This works best for:**
- Women and men based in Columbus who have given up on conversations that fizzle before a first date and are ready for something genuine instead.
- Members around Columbus finished with matches that fade out before meeting and want to try something that actually works.
- First-timers near Columbus done with the app treadmill that goes in circles and are looking for real connection.
**The format**
1. **Choose your bracket** – by clicking your age group registration link, then answer the personality questions, because registration and quiz together hold your seat.
2. **Log in** – by opening the Zoom link at the event start, works on any device without requiring a download, and the host takes over from that moment forward.
3. **Speed date** – short Zoom speed dating rounds with Columbus locals in your personality-matched group, while a host ensures every round feels natural, as the quiz results already did the work of choosing who you meet.
4. **Find out who matched you** – we reveal mutual matches once the session ends, and your details are only exchanged when the match is mutual, and the follow-up is yours to manage however feels right.
⭐ *"Did not think I would enjoy it but — laughed more than I expected"* – Columbus local, first event
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✨ Meet Columbus singles from home — register before spots fill and the evening takes care of itself and we will get you all set up. One click and you are on your way. 🌟 ✨
Surrey Interactive Online Dating For Singles
**🌻 Virtual Speed Dating for Singles near Surrey — Real People**
Each evening, you'll be guided through short private video dates with Surrey singles age-grouped and personality-curated, as a friendly host guides every transition.
Right after registering, a quick compatibility quiz is part of registration — the matching data comes from to pair you with compatible Surrey locals, so your conversations have a better chance of going somewhere.
Once the evening wraps up, we share who chose whom — without any awkward one-way messages — and what happens next is entirely up to you.
**Sign up below — pick your age range:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Surrey&groupurlname=investing-in-connections-for-long-term&ar=18-32&face_v=5.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Surrey&groupurlname=investing-in-connections-for-long-term&ar=30-46&face_v=5.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Surrey&groupurlname=investing-in-connections-for-long-term&ar=40-58&face_v=5.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Surrey&groupurlname=investing-in-connections-for-long-term&ar=55+&face_v=5.0)
**⚠️ Heads up:** Just clicking rsvp will not save your spot in the session, so use your age group link above to register and complete the short personality quiz — capacity is intentionally small so get in early, and the quiz plus registration together hold your place.
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**Made for:**
- First-timers around Surrey leaving behind the app treadmill that goes in circles and are serious about meeting someone.
- Individuals from around Surrey who no longer want swiping left and right with no results and want real chemistry over profile photos.
- People across Surrey wanting to escape profiles that never convert to actual dates and need a better way to meet people.
**Details**
- **Format:** Dedicated and hosted through Zoom video built around curated one-on-one dates, age-matched and quiz-curated for the whole session.
- **Where:** No travel required — on any internet-connected device, nothing is needed beyond a device and a stable connection, and whichever room suits you best is ideal.
- **Host:** A welcoming host coordinates every round and every transition, meaning you never have to think about the format — from opening to close everything is taken care of.
- **Vibe:** Social individual rounds with Surrey people who wanted something genuine, and the energy in every round is genuinely good.
- **Duration:** Typically between one and one-and-a-half hours covering all rounds, and it is over before you know it.
**The evening in four steps**
1. **Lock in your place** – using the link that matches your age bracket, then answer the short personality questions, as both steps are required and neither can be skipped.
2. **Hop on** – at the event start time via your Zoom link, no tech headaches involved since you just click and join, and the host takes over from that moment forward.
3. **Get into the rounds** – quick private video rounds with Surrey singles tailored to your age bracket, while a live host keeps the pace comfortable throughout, as the quiz results already did the work of choosing who you meet.
4. **Receive your matches** – once it wraps we notify both sides of any mutual selection, and only confirmed mutual matches receive each other's contact details, and then the rest is yours to decide entirely.
⭐ *"Finally something that is not swiping — met someone I am actually excited about"* – Surrey attendee, second event
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✨ Try something that actually works — use the link above to register and everything else is sorted before spots go. Can not wait to see you there. 🥰 ✨
Indianapolis Long-term Love From Your Living Room
**💝 Personality-Matched Speed Dating for Indianapolis Locals from Home — Real People**
Joining means you'll cycle through quick private Zoom rounds with Indianapolis singles matched to you by age and personality, as a skilled host keeps the pace natural.
When booking your spot, a two-minute quiz captures your personality — your personality profile from that quiz to pair you with compatible Indianapolis locals, meaning your rounds are curated and not random.
When it is all over, we disclose mutual matches quietly — keeping your selections private otherwise — and what happens next is entirely up to you.
**Select your age group to secure your place:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=18-32&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=30-46&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=40-58&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=55+&face_v=4.0)
**⚠️ Spot not held yet:** An rsvp on this page is not a confirmed spot, so register through the age group link, complete the form, and take the two-minute personality quiz — numbers are intentionally limited so register early, and the quiz plus registration together hold your place.
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**Who it is for:**
- Daters within Indianapolis getting away from profiles that never convert to actual dates and need a better way to meet people.
- Anyone at all around Indianapolis finished with matches that fade out before meeting and want actual face-to-face conversation.
- Members near Indianapolis getting away from swiping left and right with no results and are ready for something that feels natural.
- Those in Indianapolis finished with digital dating that never converts to anything real and are serious about meeting someone.
**Here is the format**
1. **Find your age group** – by using the link for your bracket above, then take the brief quiz, as the quiz plus registration is what counts.
2. **Hop on** – at the event start by opening your Zoom link, no download is needed since it works in any browser, and a friendly host manages everything once you are on.
3. **Connect** – back-to-back private Zoom rounds with Indianapolis locals selected for your age group, while a host ensures every round feels natural, as each round is with a Indianapolis local matched to your profile.
4. **Discover your matches** – mutual connections are confirmed and sent after the session, with contact info only shared when both of you said yes, and the outcome is yours to take forward at your leisure.
**Details**
- **Format:** Online and live on a live Zoom call running short speed dating rounds throughout, matched by quiz results and age at every round.
- **Where:** All online — from your laptop or mobile device, no special equipment — just a device with a camera and internet, and you can join from your couch or anywhere else that works.
- **Host:** A dedicated host keeps everything on track and stress-free throughout, which takes all pressure off the format entirely — everything from round one to the final match is handled.
- **Vibe:** Warm video date rounds with Indianapolis people who actually turned up, and you leave with more energy than you arrived with.
- **Duration:** You are looking at about an hour give or take including the welcome, and most people say it flies by.
⭐ *"Great evening — the matching was spot on"* – Indianapolis local, first event
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✨ Short rounds with real Indianapolis locals — select your bracket and register and the evening takes care of itself tonight. The evening starts the moment you register. 🎯 ✨
Detroit Personality Focused Home Video Dating
**🦋 Real Speed Dating Online for Detroit Singles Personality Matched**
On the night, you'll sit down for host-managed one-on-one rounds with Detroit singles your age curated by personality quiz, as an experienced host steers the pace.
Prior to the event, you submit a short personality questionnaire — the information you provide there to pair you intelligently with Detroit locals, making every round feel more natural from the first minute.
After all the rounds, match notifications go to both parties — with no one-sided reach-outs ever happening — and you decide your next step from there.
**Your age group is your key — pick it below:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=18-32&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=30-46&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=40-58&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=55+&face_v=4.0)
**⚠️ Important:** Your rsvp here is not a registration confirmation, so register through your age group link above and complete the personality quiz — places close once the group is full so sign up early, and only a completed registration locks in your seat.
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**How it works**
1. **Lock in your place** – using the link for your age bracket, then finish the personality questionnaire, since this is how you are officially confirmed.
2. **Hop on** – by clicking the Zoom invite at the event time, laptop phone or tablet — your choice, all work fine, and a host is live and will walk you through everything.
3. **Take part in the rounds** – host-guided one-on-one rounds with compatible Detroit singles in your bracket, as the host handles all transitions so conversations stay natural, as the quiz results already did the work of choosing who you meet.
4. **See your results** – after all rounds finish mutual matches are distributed privately, as privacy is guaranteed for all non-mutual selections, and once you have it you decide how and when to connect.
**Perfect for:**
- Anyone calling Detroit home wanting to escape digital dating that never converts to anything real and want to meet real locals without the faff.
- Individuals in Detroit who are tired of app fatigue and empty match queues and want to talk to real people tonight.
- Locals living in Detroit getting away from app fatigue and empty match queues and want real chemistry over profile photos.
- Daters within Detroit who are tired of matches that ghost after two messages and are ready for something genuine instead.
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✨ Done with apps — start here — use the link above to register and the host takes it from there this time. Your next chapter might start tonight. 🔥 ✨
Friday night Social - Central Ohio Friends - 5 years of friends
For the last 5 years, Central Ohio Friends and Columbus Social Connection have teamed up for some incredible nights out and some of the biggest social events in Columbus with our biggest combined event bringing out 80+ people.
⚠️ Please only RSVP through ONE group to help keep headcount accurate.
Now we’re celebrating where it all started.
On Friday, May 22, we’ll be joining Central Ohio Friends 🍻 **Starting at** Brothers Bar & Grill in the Arena District the same place their very first event was held back in 2021.
Whether you’ve been to one of our events before or **have been waiting for the right one to come out to,** this is a great one to jump into.
Stop scrolling. Start doing stuff.
If you find value in these events consider contributing
Link can be found in comments!
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