Piano Performances

Get ready for a vibrant evening filled with Latin music, flamenco beats, and rock melodies! Join us for a special event where we celebrate the power of music to bring people together. From artists showcasing their talents to live performances that will leave you in awe, this is an event you don't want to miss. Experience the passion of flamenco, the energy of Latin rhythms, and the raw power of rock music in a unique blend that will captivate your senses. Whether you're a music enthusiast or just looking to meet new friends who share your love for music, this Latin Music Night is the perfect opportunity to connect, dance, and enjoy great music in a lively atmosphere. Let's create unforgettable memories and make new friends through the universal language of music!

**[YOU MUST BOOK ON OUR WEBSITE TO CONFIRM YOUR PLACE:](https://booking.myrezapp.com/en/online/booking/step1/7279/96173)** 🎉 BIG SPOTLIGHT: Improv Classes for Pre-Teens is here! 💭 Unleash your imagination with BIG Spotlight! Dive into a world of laughter & creativity with improv classes in English\*, perfect for pre-teens who love to explore, experiment, & express themselves. No experience needed—just a willingness to have fun. 🎭 Improv is all about boosting confidence, working as a team, & discovering the joy of thinking on your feet. Learn stagecraft, comedy, acting techniques, & sketch writing & celebrate your journey with an end of term showcase. 🦁 Secondary perks? You might just find yourself feeling braver, calmer, & bursting with joy. So, are you ready to jump in and give it a go? Because we can’t wait to see the amazing, creative things you’ll come up with! \*kids should feel confident communicating in English 🟣 AGES: 9-13 **STARTS**: Tuesday 9th September **TIMES**: Tuesdays 5:30pm - 7:00pm **DURATION**: Year long **SHOWCASE**: December, March, June **CLASS** **DATES**: 9th September - 16th June, with breaks for public holidays.

**[Mundiñol Barcelona](https://magradacatalunya.com/)** y **[Takopá](https://www.takopa.eu/)** se unen para crear la mejor noche de Osaka en Barcelona. Una auténtica noche de izakaya: sake, comida para compartir y conversaciones que surgen de forma natural. Un formato inspirado en el espíritu de los callejones de Osaka: mesas largas, platos en el centro, luz tenue y ningún programa forzado. La mezcla entre personas hará el resto. **HORARIO** **19:00** Shot de sake de bienvenida para todos los asistentes [GRATIS] **19:20** Inicio del evento: Ambiente libre, mesas largas y comida para compartir. La carta tendrá un descuento aplicado durante el evento para los asistentes. **20:30** Takoyaki y okonomiyaki preparados a mano por el equipo de Takopá, [\[carta aquí\]](https://drive.google.com/file/d/19DGOrm-qiNLsF-qi2u0wZQVfaz4KrZA8/view?usp=sharing) **21:00** Barra disponible y conversación sin guión. Quien quiera quedarse, puede hacerlo **22:00** Fin del evento **Acceso** Durante el evento, Takopá permanecerá cerrado al público general. Solo podrán acceder las personas con reserva previa. Entrada gratuita con reserva. A la llegada, todos los asistentes recibirán un shot de sake de bienvenida. **Comida a precio especial [\[Carta aquí\]](https://drive.google.com/file/d/19DGOrm-qiNLsF-qi2u0wZQVfaz4KrZA8/view?usp=sharing)** El takoyaki y el okonomiyaki serán preparados por el equipo de Takopá. Se servirán en el centro de la mesa, siguiendo el formato compartido típico de Osaka. Durante el evento, la carta tendrá descuento aplicado para los asistentes. ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ **[Mundiñol Barcelona](https://magradacatalunya.com/)** と **[Takopá](https://www.takopa.eu/)** が共同で演出する、バルセロナで味わう最高の大阪ナイト。本格的な居酒屋の夜。日本酒、シェアフード、そして自然に生まれる会話。 大阪の路地裏にある居酒屋の空気感を再現します。長テーブル、中央に並ぶ料理、落ち着いた照明。人と人が自然に混ざり合うことで、大阪の夜は完成します。 **【タイムテーブル】** **19:00** 皆さんに、ウェルカム日本酒ショットをサービス **19:20** スタート 自由な雰囲気の中、長テーブルを囲んでシェアフードを楽しんでください。 **20:30** Takopá スタッフによる手作りたこ焼き・お好み焼きを注文できます。 **21:00** バー利用・フリートーク 残りたい方はそのまま過ごせます。 **22:00** 終了 **【詳細】** **入場** イベント中は一般営業を行わず、予約者のみ入場可能です。事前予約制・入場無料。到着時に、参加者全員へウェルカム日本酒ショットをサービスします。 **フード [\[CARTA\]](https://drive.google.com/file/d/19DGOrm-qiNLsF-qi2u0wZQVfaz4KrZA8/view?usp=sharing)** たこ焼き・お好み焼きは Takopá スタッフが調理します。料理はテーブル中央に並べ、大阪スタイルのシェア形式で楽しめます。 ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

🎻 **Martes Manouche at Soda Acústic** 🎶 Every Tuesday night in Gràcia, step into the world of Django Reinhardt and 1930s Paris at *Martes Manouche*—Barcelona’s only weekly event dedicated to gypsy jazz and European swing. It all kicks off at 21:30 with a short concert, followed by an open jam session that lasts deep into the night. Each week features new guests, fresh themes, and plenty of surprises. 🪕Musicians and singers are *very* welcome to join the jam! 💶 Entry: 6€ cash (musicians enter free) 📍 *Soda Acústic, Gràcia* Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/martesmanouche](https://www.instagram.com/martesmanouche) **🎻 Martes Manouche en el Soda Acústic 🎶** Todos los martes por la noche en Gràcia, descubre el swing y la música de Django Reinhardt como si estuvieras en el París de los años 30. Los Martes Manouche, son el único evento semanal de Barcelona dedicado al jazz gitano y el swing europeo. Todo empieza a las 21h30 con un breve concierto, seguido de una jam session abierta que se prolonga hasta bien entrada la noche. Cada semana hay nuevos invitados, nuevos temas y muchas sorpresas. Músicos y cantantes bienvenidos! 💶 Entrada 5€ en metálico (los músicos entran gratis) 📍 Soda Acústic, Gràcia Síguenos en Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/martesmanouche](https://www.instagram.com/martesmanouche)

Ready to grab the mic and light up the night? Every Tuesday at **Craft Barcelona**, the stage is yours. Whether you’re a singer, guitarist, rapper, poet, drummer, or just vibing with raw live energy - this is where the magic happens. 🎶 Sign up. 🎸 Jump in with our local musicians. 🔥 Jam. Connect. Repeat. No egos. No pressure. Just pure live music in the heart of the Gothic Quarter. This isn’t just another open mic - it’s a community of music lovers, creatives, and spontaneous performers coming together to create something unforgettable. ✨ Want to perform? Put your name on the list. ✨ Just here for the vibes? Grab a drink and cheer them on. Expect: * Live jam sessions with talented local musicians * A buzzing crowd that actually listens * Cold craft beers & great food * New friends who love music as much as you do Whether it’s your first time on stage or your hundredth, Tuesday nights are about expression, connection, and good energy. 👉 Join the Meetup. Bring your instrument. Bring your voice. Bring your crew. Let’s make Tuesday the best night of the week. 🎶🔥

**Multicultural Salsa&Bachata Presenta:** Este **Martes 19 de Mayo** tendremos como de costumbre la mejor y más completa sesión de Salsa y Bachata de la ciudad en la hermosa y cómoda Sala Vivaldi, localizada céntricamente por Pl. Espanya donde **tendremos el siguiente programa** 21:00: Apertura de Puertas 21:05: Taller de Salsa L.A. 3 Niveles por Soriano y Natalia (Nivel 3), Diego y Jade (Nivel 2) Jorge&Alina (Nivel 1) 22:00: Inicio de Taller de Bachata Sensual en Parejas nivel abierto por Yury y Flor 22:45: Inicio de la sesión de Baile Social a cargo de DJ Wey (tocando una canción de Salsa y una Canción de Bachata (1 vs 1). Fotografía y Videos por José Escudero. 02:30: Final de la Sesión Si quieres bailar en una sala espectacular con un ambiente sano no dudes en venir, te esperamos. Entrada: **sólo 9€ i**ncluye Bebida (Agua, Cerveza, Refresco, Vino), Combinados se paga un adicional dependiendo el tipo de cocktail. Celebra tu cumpleaños con nosotros, mándanos un mensaje al +34633333173 con Jorge Moreno, demostrando que cumples años durante esta semana y entra gratis con una consumición incluida. Reserva haciendo RSVP en Meetup: Info al +34633333173. Ubicación: Sala Vivaldi Carrer de Llança 5, Metro L3. Aforo 250 personas maximo, lugar conveniente para bailar con aire acondicionado **\-\-\-\-\-\-ENGLISH DESCRIPTION\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** This Tuesday, **May 19th** we have prepared the best Salsa & Bachata Sesion as usual at the most beautiful venue (Sala Vivaldi), we will have many surprises for you. **The program is as follows:** 20:45: Doors Open 21:00: Salsa L.A.'s Workshop, 3 Levels a by Soriano & Naty (level 3) Diego&Jade (Level 2) Jorge&Alina(Level 1) 22:00: Bachata Sensual Workshop open level by Yury&Flor 22:45: Start of the Social Dance session by DJ Wey, playing the best hits of Salsa&Bachata (1 against 1). Photography and Videos Jose Escudero 02:30: End of Session If you want to dance in a espectacular room with a nice athmosphere, do not hesitate to come, we are looking forward to meet you there! **Entry Price just for 9€** includes a standard drink (water, soft drink, bottle of wine, or beer), mixed drinks a small extra free is charged (minimum 3€ depending on the cocktail, such as Mojito, Gin Tonic, Cuba Libre) Book your spot by making RSVP in this meetup: info at +34633333173. Location: Sala Vivaldi, Carrer de Llança 5, Metro L3 Capacity 250 people, Accurate and Confortable place for dancing with Air Conditioned implemented! Celebrate your Birthaday with us!, send a whatsapp message to Jorge Moreno at +34633333173 with an evidence o that your birthday is during this week and you will get free entrance and drink!! **FOLLOW US/ SIGUENOS:** Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/multicultural_salsa_bcn/](https://www.instagram.com/multicultural_salsa_bcn/?fbclid=IwAR054Ub9MdyWGn8nVqTPxlHIiDYTP2FSqnX3MUSG81bztwu9jmnNfevAvBo) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/multisalsabcn](https://www.facebook.com/multisalsabcn?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZWPnNY4ViCgJdadPxPdHpcK_WRaXHM3JKbMQm2sGhTi5UMTkI4s-99vFHndm_11qeHA0SowMnDY-HO7RgWY5pGeEsYKBfB2fQhJqhhaUmJMS2IhBI_LlhdiZWdQRKKT2VI&__tn__=q) Whatsapp Group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/9DYjrIu28yh1em2R8AVcvU](https://chat.whatsapp.com/9DYjrIu28yh1em2R8AVcvU) Whatsapp Group2: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ISiqzaPyyKlE2tYMG6iR7B](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ISiqzaPyyKlE2tYMG6iR7B) Telegram Group: [https://t.me/+HYvXvi3uoQVjNDFk](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ft.me%2F%2BHYvXvi3uoQVjNDFk%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1zemydYjj0HauBCwPIMCSkk4uxSodnBlbVNGy-jm7E0cw5Lb4aw6zjz5U&h=AT0FzzqBUVVSU1TnJabORoiJ5tzVz7PUAkcHM7FUGSqUebV7NpyBiYI3jBBv3nTcGzhlrqtYtEsMEPtNWL0CMVY1MYaZ7iLcJUNq0IA4Y1Y9-mg45NiVhvgBJhms85BQjA&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AT1fvc84gW6LHxvT2LHNZTOGZtjXe8eNX_PXi4JiJMBEGLXZbZA1K8OF92a5k47di_q4fb1pusK4YVvohQirJeC-1JoXdmlDxExkw2sA0P69PRvGMUZAMhmxVri_ASsJ_TLevyClEZ2qAZnLXZJlXVb8Hm2a)

Imagine yourself in a cozy concert hall with velvet curtains and soft, warm lighting, designed to make you feel enveloped and utterly comfortable... This is how you can feel in the relaxing piano concerts offered by pianist and singer María Pascual Álvarez. When? Wednesday at 20.45 Where? At the "Academia Tort" in the middle of Gràcia: Carrer Betlem 35, Barcelona. More about the repertoire: Original compositions of María, classical music, minimalism and lullabies. All played on a Yamaha acoustic Grand Piano. What to bring: You can bring your own mat or pillow (we'll let you if you don't have any) Price: Pay what you feel (minimum 5€ per person) For any question or more information, send me a message :) no

(Eng) **The May´26 edition of our AFTERWORK & CONCERT** is here! **In a beautiful and large MODERNIST ART GALLERY-PALACE with TERRACE!!** It will be on **WEDNESDAY, MAY 20th, from 20h to 22:10h!** **IN THIS CENTRAL BARCELONA GALLERY-CLUB WE WILL ENJOY:** **SOCIALIZATION IN ITS NICE INDOOR ROOMS AND TERRACE-LOUNGE WHERE YOU WILL MEET VERY NICE PEOPLE + DRINK! (1 DRINK is included in the entrance card that we will give you when you pay us the 15€)** + **AN EXTRAORDINARY CONCERT WITH THE EXCELLENT SINGER NIKA MILLS!!** Various music: **JAZZ & SOUL, POP-ROCK, DISCO, etc..** (At 20:30h in the Main Room of the Gallery. 1st part from 20:30 to 21h approx. and 2nd part from 21,15h) DON´T MISS THIS EVENT! SIGN UP BEFORE THERE ARE NO PLACES! THEY ALWAYS FLY! **PRICE:** And all this for...**Only 15€!!(Concert + 1 drink!)** to be paid at the door. Bring the exact amount in cash, as there will be no change at the door. No Bizums or Cards (at the Bar, cards ok). **LIMITED PLACES!** YOU CAN BRING FRIENDS! (Giving us their names before) **TOTAL AVAILABLE PLACES ARE DISTRIBUTED BETWEEN THIS AND OTHER MEETUP GROUPS WE HAVE**. THAT IS, MORE PEOPLE WILL COME FROM MEETUP THAN THOSE YOU SEE REGISTERED HERE! :) **WHERE?** The exact address will only be given, by internal meetup message, to the people who sign up for the activity! ......... IMPORTANT NOTICE: This is a group of friends, with non-profit events and only to have fun and meet people, and under no circumstances will any Organizer of the activity assume any responsibility for any possible damage that occurs to someone during the activity. By registering for the activity and participating in it, you fully assume and accept this disclaimer. ............. (Esp) **La edición de Mayo´26** del **AFTERWORK & CONCERT** ya está aquí! En una **preciosa y gran GALERÍA DE ARTE-PALACETE MODERNISTA** **con** **TERRAZA!!** Será el **MIÉRCOLES 20 DE MAYO,** ***desde 20h a 22,10h!*** ***EN ESTA CÉNTRICA GALERÍA-CLUB DE BARCELONA DISFRUTAREMOS:*** De **SOCIALIZACIÓN** EN SUS BONITAS SALAS INTERIORES DÓNDE CONOCERÁS GENTE MUY AGRADABLE **+ COPEO**! (**1 BEBIDA** **está incluida** en la Tarjeta de entrada que os daremos al pagarnos los 15€) + **UN EXTRAORDINARIO CONCIERTO CON LA EXCELENTE CANTANTE NIKA MILLS!! Música variada: JAZZ & SOUL,POP-ROCK,DISCO,etc...** (A las 20.30h en la Sala Grande interior de la Galería. 1ª parte 20.30-21h aprox y 2ª parte de 21,15h-21,45h aprox, con descanso en medio) NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! APÚNTATE ANTES QUE NO QUEDEN PLAZAS! YA SABÉIS QUE SIEMPRE VUELAN! **PRECIO:** Y todo esto por..**Sólo 15€!! (Concierto + 1 bebida**!) que se abonarán en puerta. LLevar el importe exacto en efectivo, pues no habrá cambio en puerta. No Bizums ni Tarjetas (en el Bar, tarjetas ok). **PLAZAS LIMITADAS! PUEDES LLEVAR AMISTADES!** (Dándonos sus nombres antes) **NOTA: LAS PLAZAS DISPONIBLES TOTALES SE DISTRIBUYEN ENTRE ÉSTE Y OTROS GRUPOS DE MEETUP QUE TENEMOS**. ES DECIR, VENDRÁN MÁS PERSONAS DE MEETUP QUE LAS QUE VEAS AQUÍ INSCRITAS! :) **¿DÓNDE?** La dirección exacta se dará solamente, por mensaje interno de meetup, a las personas que se apunten a la actividad! ......... AVISO IMPORTANTE: Este es un grupo de amistades, con eventos sin ánimo de lucro y sólo para pasarlo bien y conocer gente, y bajo ninguna circunstancia ningún Organizador de la actividad asumirá responsabilidad alguna por cualquier posible daño que ocurra a alguien durante la actividad. Al registrarse en la actividad y participar de ella se asume y acepta totalmente este descargo de responsabilidad.

(Esp) **La edición de Mayo´26** del **AFTERWORK & CONCERT** ya está aquí! En una **preciosa y gran GALERÍA DE ARTE-PALACETE MODERNISTA** **con** **TERRAZA!!** Será el **MIÉRCOLES 20 DE MAYO,** ***desde 20h a 22,10h!*** ***EN ESTA CÉNTRICA GALERÍA-CLUB DE BARCELONA DISFRUTAREMOS:*** De **SOCIALIZACIÓN** EN SUS BONITAS SALAS INTERIORES DÓNDE CONOCERÁS GENTE MUY AGRADABLE **+ COPEO**! (**1 BEBIDA** **está incluida** en la Tarjeta de entrada que os daremos al pagarnos los 15€) + **UN EXTRAORDINARIO CONCIERTO CON LA EXCELENTE CANTANTE NIKA MILLS!! Música variada: JAZZ & SOUL,POP-ROCK,DISCO,etc...** (A las 20.30h en la Sala Grande interior de la Galería. 1ª parte 20.30-21h aprox y 2ª parte de 21,15h-21,45h aprox, con descanso en medio) NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER! APÚNTATE ANTES QUE NO QUEDEN PLAZAS! YA SABÉIS QUE SIEMPRE VUELAN! **PRECIO:** Y todo esto por..**Sólo 15€!! (Concierto + 1 bebida**!) que se abonarán en puerta. LLevar el importe exacto en efectivo, pues no habrá cambio en puerta. No Bizums ni Tarjetas (en el Bar, tarjetas ok). **PLAZAS LIMITADAS! PUEDES LLEVAR AMISTADES!** (Dándonos sus nombres antes) **NOTA: LAS PLAZAS DISPONIBLES TOTALES SE DISTRIBUYEN ENTRE ÉSTE Y OTROS GRUPOS DE MEETUP QUE TENEMOS**. ES DECIR, VENDRÁN MÁS PERSONAS DE MEETUP QUE LAS QUE VEAS AQUÍ INSCRITAS! :) **¿DÓNDE?** La dirección exacta se dará solamente, por mensaje interno de meetup, a las personas que se apunten a la actividad! ......... AVISO IMPORTANTE: Este es un grupo de amistades, con eventos sin ánimo de lucro y sólo para pasarlo bien y conocer gente, y bajo ninguna circunstancia ningún Organizador de la actividad asumirá responsabilidad alguna por cualquier posible daño que ocurra a alguien durante la actividad. Al registrarse en la actividad y participar de ella se asume y acepta totalmente este descargo de responsabilidad. ……………….. (Eng) **The May´26 edition of our AFTERWORK & CONCERT** is here! **In a beautiful and large MODERNIST ART GALLERY-PALACE with TERRACE!!** It will be on **WEDNESDAY, MAY 20th, from 20h to 22:10h!** **IN THIS CENTRAL BARCELONA GALLERY-CLUB WE WILL ENJOY:** **SOCIALIZATION IN ITS NICE INDOOR ROOMS AND TERRACE-LOUNGE WHERE YOU WILL MEET VERY NICE PEOPLE + DRINK! (1 DRINK is included in the entrance card that we will give you when you pay us the 15€)** + **AN EXTRAORDINARY CONCERT WITH THE EXCELLENT SINGER NIKA MILLS!!** Various music: **JAZZ & SOUL, POP-ROCK, DISCO, etc..** (At 20:30h in the Main Room of the Gallery. 1st part from 20:30 to 21h approx. and 2nd part from 21,15h) DON´T MISS THIS EVENT! SIGN UP BEFORE THERE ARE NO PLACES! THEY ALWAYS FLY! **PRICE:** And all this for...**Only 15€!!(Concert + 1 drink!)** to be paid at the door. Bring the exact amount in cash, as there will be no change at the door. No Bizums or Cards (at the Bar, cards ok). **LIMITED PLACES!** YOU CAN BRING FRIENDS! (Giving us their names before) **TOTAL AVAILABLE PLACES ARE DISTRIBUTED BETWEEN THIS AND OTHER MEETUP GROUPS WE HAVE**. THAT IS, MORE PEOPLE WILL COME FROM MEETUP THAN THOSE YOU SEE REGISTERED HERE! :) **WHERE?** The exact address will only be given, by internal meetup message, to the people who sign up for the activity! ......... IMPORTANT NOTICE: This is a group of friends, with non-profit events and only to have fun and meet people, and under no circumstances will any Organizer of the activity assume any responsibility for any possible damage that occurs to someone during the activity. By registering for the activity and participating in it, you fully assume and accept this disclaimer.

An interactive masterclass for high performers, discover what Sagar has learned from top health VC's , filming with **Wim Hof** and introducing new biotech to **Cristiano Ronaldo**. Aimed at helping you boost your performance and personal wellbeing. ### **What You'll Learn** * **Sleep** like an Athlete * **Focus** Secrets of Billionaires * 3 Easy Hacks To **Crush Your Stress** ### **The Program** 6:45 PM - Arrival & Experience the secret Wim Hof breathing technique he only teaches insiders 7:00 PM - Peak Health & Performance Masterclass by Sagar Kumar 7:30 PM - Q&A 8:00 PM - Drinks & networking with like-minded founders (drinks included) **/////// Important: to join this event you have to buy a ticket here: https://shorturl.at/h3fBf /////////////**

### 🎸 Jam Session Acústica – Sábados por la Noche Únete a nosotros para una **jam session acústica** todos los sábados por la noche en Charcha Cultural Cafe. Este es un encuentro abierto para **músicos, cantantes y amantes de la música** que quieran compartir música en un ambiente acogedor y amigable. Trae tu instrumento, tu voz, o simplemente ven a escuchar y disfrutar del ambiente. No importa si eres un músico experimentado o si solo te gusta tocar con otros — **todo el mundo es bienvenido**. **Qué puedes esperar:** • Jam acústica abierta • Ambiente cercano y relajado • Conocer a otros músicos y personas creativas • Disfrutar de música en vivo y buena compañía **Algunas pautas:** • Preferiblemente instrumentos acústicos • Respetar el flujo de la jam y los turnos • Cualquiera puede empezar una canción • Los oyentes también son bienvenidos 📍 **Lugar:** Cultural Space 🕗 **Hora:** 19:30 **Sí las ranas pueden tocar el banjo y los gatos disfrutar del ambiente, tu también puedes.**

Cada Jueves desde las 20:30hs únete a nosotros para una velada especial llena de espectáculos de música en vivo en nuestro próximo evento de Conociendo Amigos y Música. En esta ocasión, de la Mano de Luis Borraz, celebraremos la pasión por la música con increíbles artistas en un ambiente acogedor y amistoso. ¡Déjate llevar por los ritmos envolventes y la energía única que solo la música en directo puede ofrecer! Después del éxito de nuestros eventos anteriores como el "Open Mic de Canuto" y el "Primer Ciclo de Open Mic LGTBIQ+ disidencias", estamos emocionados de continuar explorando la diversidad musical y promoviendo nuevas amistades. ¡Ven a disfrutar de una noche inolvidable llena de buena música, nuevas conexiones y mucha diversión en comunidad! ¡Te esperamos con los brazos abiertos en Conociendo Amigos y Música!

Come join our welcoming, low-pressure environment where you can practice performing, build confidence, stay motivated, and connect with others who play piano. Each session is intentionally structured and hosted to ensure everyone has time to play (if they choose), feel supported, socialize, and enjoy the experience. It’s not a class, but a thoughtfully guided space to help you stay consistent and make meaningful progress. **Details:** * Gatherings take place in a private home setting in the Northwest Columbus area (location to be shared after RSVPing) * Small group (max 7–8 participants) to keep the sessions personal and ensure everyone has time to play * Light snacks and refreshments provided * Small fee to support hosting and keep the group high quality and motivated

The topic for May is "Ink" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

The Alliance is part of the Greater Central Ohio Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We are an all-voices chorus dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for all those who love to sing, regardless of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation or musical background. The Alliance is the first and only all-voices barbershop chorus in Central Ohio. **Who:** Anyone with a passion for singing at a high level. Previous barbershop chorus/quartet experience not required. **When:** The Alliance rehearses weekly on Thursdays from 7pm-10pm. **Where:** Lord Of Life Lutheran Church: 2480 W Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235 To become a full member of The Alliance, we welcome you to start by visiting us for a few rehearsals to experience the group and sing with us! Then, you may begin the 2-part audition process for membership: the assessement, and audition. We strive to make our auditions as stress-free as possible to help you let your best singing self shine.

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

Ciao a tutt\*! Let's meet Monday at 6.30pm at the Upper Arlington Library (**Tremont** Branch) in **Meeting Room A** to speak in Italian for 1 hour.

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.