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We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/columbus-oh/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott

Short North Street Skates return Saturday, April 4 and we’re excited to get back rolling together. These weekly rollouts are a chance to move through the city as a group, build community, and create more visibility for skating and small-wheeled movement in Columbus. Details: Meet: 1160 N High St 9:30 AM meet 10:00 AM rollout All wheels welcome We’ll be skating through the Short North and surrounding areas at a steady, social pace. Routes will use a mix of streets and bike lanes, so comfort navigating the city is helpful, but you don’t need to be an expert. If you’ve been meaning to come out, this is a great place to start. Come solo or bring a friend!

**It’s finally happening…** # **SUMMER STARTS HERE.** We’re heading to **Alum Creek Beach** for the ultimate kickoff to warm weather, good vibes, and unforgettable days with your favorite people. Get ready for: 🔥 **Music** 🏐 **Games in the sand** 🌊 **Swimming + sunshine** 😂 **Nonstop laughs with the best crew** This is your sign to get outside, get active, and start your summer the right way. **Bring your people. Bring your energy. Bring the vibes.** 🍉 We’re organizing snacks, so please sign up to bring something: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084AADAC2DA5F58-64575425-alum Let’s make this one of those days everyone talks about all summer. Pull up, show out, and let’s get a little rowdy — *the fun way* 😎 We’ll post our exact meetup spot on the beach the day of the event.

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

Let's meet for coffee and/or a late-day breakfast! 2pm - 5pm @ Bob Evans (443 Morrison Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230) \~ Fantastic .. and because this is the first meetup, I'm not gonna require RSVPs. I'll just post this on some social media sites, and we'll see who shows up. If you're late and it seems busy, you can look for me, Adam (in a bright royal blue and white golf shirt .. .. yes .. .. royal blue and white). If you have any questions, feel free to email me at adamchiocca@gmail dot com .. ok? Looking forward to it.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).

Tired of swiping? Join us in the **Beer Garden at Edision Brewing Company** for a fun Summer bash on the patio **100+ Columbus singles in one space** — all here to connect in real life. No speed dating. No pressure. Just real conversations, good vibes, and new connections. ## [TICKET & REGISTRATION LINKED HERE! ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/singles-summer-bash-edison-beer-garden-tickets-1991203300674) \*\*\*\*\* ## 💫 What’s Included * Name tag + guided icebreaker card * “I’m Interested in You” cards * Giveaways throughout the night * Full bar + food available for purchase Whether you're new to the city, working from home, or just ready to meet new people — this is your crowd. ## 📍 Event Details **Who:** Singles 21+ (20s–40s) **Where:** Edison Beer Garden 785 Science Blvd, Gahanna, OH 43230 **When:** July 15th 6:30PM ## You never know who you’ll meet. Join us!

Highlights and Hidden Gems in SQL Server 2025 With so much emphasis on cloud data platforms and AI these days, SQL people can feel left behind by all the marketing hype. SQL Server 2025 was officially released in November of 2025, though, and contains a ton of improvements that will make our SQL Server deployments a bit faster, better, and more secure. There are even more improvements tucked into the release that never made a marketing blog or press release that you'll likely be learning about for the first time in this session! Join this session to learn about what makes your high availability a little more available, your performance a bit more performant, and your database more developer and app-friendly. Come spend an hour with SQL people talking SQL Server 2025 – the good, the "not quite ready for prime time", and the hidden awesomeness.

💖 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞-𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬 💖 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬! 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝟕 𝐩𝐦 – 𝟗 𝐩𝐦 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝟐𝟓-𝟒𝟎 💖 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐞 💖 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐲! 👉 Are you tired of wasting time on people who aren’t serious? 👉 Are you all swiped-left and swiped-right out? 👉 Are you tired of false starts and situationships? If you answered yes to any of the above, then this event was created with YOU in mind! 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐔𝐍 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞, 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬, 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧, 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐚𝐲𝐛𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 “𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧!” The dance class is for BEGINNERS, so therefore no dance experience is required or expected! If you do have experience dancing bachata, then we won’t hold that against you, either! 😂 We will be rotating partners CONTINUOUSLY, so you will have the opportunity to meet and converse with everyone! 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞-𝐨𝐟-𝐚-𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝, 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫-𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧-𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝-𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟: ✅1. Registration and Meet-And-Greet ✅2. Beginner Bachata Dance Class ✅3. Dance Practice and Mutual Matching 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐃! 👉𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭er: MarriageMindedSinglesDance.com Questions? Text Todd Smith 614-774-8146

[DateColumbus is throwing a ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/single-in-the-summer-a-rooftop-luau-social-tickets-1991416103172?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)***[rooftop luau](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/single-in-the-summer-a-rooftop-luau-social-tickets-1991416103172?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)***[ 🌺](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/single-in-the-summer-a-rooftop-luau-social-tickets-1991416103172?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) & every single person in Columbus is invited. We're talking leis, tropical drink specials, a private rooftop, and a whole lot of people who are just as ready as you are to actually meet someone IRL. [Save your spot linked here! ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/single-in-the-summer-a-rooftop-luau-social-tickets-1991416103172?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) This one's for the person who's over the apps. Who just moved to Columbus and doesn't really know anyone yet. Whose entire friend group somehow got married overnight. Who works from home and can't figure out how to meet people without it feeling completely weird. We know. We get it. We've literally been there — it's a big part of why we started DateColumbus in the first place. So come as you are. No agenda, no pressure. Just good people, good drinks, and rooftop vibes that feel like a mini summer escape right here in Columbus. We've got the **Paddle Club** all to ourselves — a massive private rooftop bar with giant Connect Four, plenty of tables, and cozy lounge seating. It's the perfect setup to grab a tropical drink, throw on your lei, and see who you meet. 🌺 Lei included with every ticket 🍹 Tropical drink specials all night Private rooftop — just our group ☀️ Good vibes only