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Join Biggest Community | Investors Founders | Berlin | Online
Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-berlin-online-tickets-1988380688164?aff=meetup QUESTIONS ? Pls Reach out to; Rose - +971528033410 ( WhatsApp Only)
Berlin Options Trading Round Table – Monthly Meetup
Join us for a relaxed after-work gathering of the Berlin Options Trading Round Table. Experienced traders come together to share insights on strategies, risks, and opportunities in today’s markets.
We discuss volatility, market sectors, commodities, individual stocks, and also dive into future megatrends and their impact on society and markets.
Connect, exchange ideas, and gain fresh perspectives—all in a casual, friendly atmosphere.
We speak German and English!
KREATIV UNTAPPED #1 · Storytelling Untapped w/ Ben Sauer
**\>\>\> Registration takes place on Luma: [https://luma.com/yp90isjd](https://luma.com/yp90isjd)**
**Welcome to KREATIV UNTAPPED #1 – Storytelling Untapped w/ Ben Sauer**
**A hands-on session. No slides. Just your stories.**
We couldn't be more excited to tap into this with you at Thoughtworks Berlin. *Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreativ-untapped) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/kreativuntapped).*
**KREATIV UNTAPPED** is a creative playground born in Berlin — and we're kicking off with the discipline that sits at the heart of every other one: **storytelling.**
Because here's what AI can't replace: the human desire to create. Creativity is what makes us uniquely human — it's a muscle, and like any muscle, it needs training. Most of us have stopped.
**KREATIV UNTAPPED** is where we change that — through hands-on sessions with working practitioners across visual arts, tactile crafts, narrative & sound, and spatial & performative disciplines.
**This evening** is about words, voice, and presence. In a world full of decks, dashboards and screens, we've forgotten how to just… tell a story. This evening is a practice in putting the slides away and using the oldest tools we have — your voice, your hands, your story.
**Expect a short provocation from [Ben](https://bensauer.net/), a hands-on session with a sketching element to flex that creative muscle, a round of group sharing, and time to actually meet the people in the room.**
**Who's this for?** Anyone with a story to tell — and the willingness to tell it without a slide deck.
No job title. No prior experience. Just the willingness to tap in.
Creativity untapped. Connection for real.
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**ABOUT [BEN SAUER](https://bensauer.net/)**
Ben Sauer is a speaker, author, and coach who teaches the art of strategic storytelling — and the perfect person to launch this series.
He's the author of "Death by Screens: How to Present High-Stakes Digital Design Work and Live to Tell the Tale" — a go-to resource for designers, product people and creatives who want to stop boring their audiences and actually be heard.
Ben spent years as a UX designer at Clearleft, then as Director of Product for AI at Babylon Health, leading a team of 100 on products worth $100m+. He has trained teams at NASA, Amazon, and the BBC, and spoken at The Economist, NEXT Conference, UX London, VW + Audi and dozens more — frequently as the audience's top-rated speaker.
More about Ben: [https://bensauer.net](https://bensauer.net/)
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**AGENDA**
• 18:30 – 19:00 · Check-in
• 19:00 – 19:15 · Intro – what KREATIV UNTAPPED is and why we're here
• 19:15 – 20:15 · Hands-on storytelling session with Ben Sauer (incl. sketching element)
• 20:15 – 20:45 · Group sharing round
• 20:45 – 20:50 · Wrap-up & what's next
• 20:50 – 21:30 · Networking
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**ADDITIONAL NOTES**
**Donation-based event**
This first edition is donation-based — give what feels right. Your contribution supports building KREATIV UNTAPPED into something lasting. Donations are non-refundable.
**Photos & video**
We'll be taking photos and potentially videos throughout the evening. By attending, participants agree that visual material may be used for promotional purposes. Anyone who prefers not to be photographed can let us know on arrival.
**Where** Thoughtworks Berlin Revaler Str. 31 (Event Space), 10245 Berlin (In walking distance from S Ostkreuz)
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**FOLLOW US**
LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreativ-untapped](https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreativ-untapped)
Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/kreativuntapped](https://www.instagram.com/kreativuntapped)
**\>\>\> Registration takes place on Luma: [https://luma.com/yp90isjd](https://luma.com/yp90isjd)**
See you there!
Creativity untapped. Connection for real.
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***An event by our friends from KREATIV UNTAPPED***
KREATIV UNTAPPED #1 Storytelling Untapped w/ Ben Sauer, A hands-on Session
**\>\>\> Registration takes place on Luma: [https://luma.com/yp90isjd](https://luma.com/yp90isjd)**
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## **Welcome to KREATIV UNTAPPED #1 Storytelling Untapped w/ Ben Sauer**
## **A hands-on session. No slides. Just your stories.**
We couldn't be more excited to tap into this with you at **[Thoughtworks Berlin](https://www.thoughtworks.com/en-de/about-us/locations/berlin)**.
Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreativ-untapped) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/kreativuntapped)
***
**KREATIV UNTAPPED** is a creative playground born in Berlin – and we're kicking off with the discipline that sits at the heart of every other one: **storytelling.**
Because here's what AI can't replace: the human desire to create. Creativity is what makes us uniquely human — it's a muscle, and like any muscle, it needs training. Most of us have stopped.
**KREATIV UNTAPPED** is where we change that — through hands-on sessions with working practitioners across visual arts, tactile crafts, narrative & sound, and spatial & performative disciplines.
**This evening** is about words, voice, and presence. In a world full of decks, dashboards and screens, we've forgotten how to just… tell a story. This evening is a practice in putting the slides away and using the oldest tools we have — your voice, your hands, your story.
**Expect a short provocation from Ben, a hands-on session with a sketching element to flex that creative muscle, a round of group sharing, and time to actually meet the people in the room.**
**Who's this for?** Anyone with a story to tell — and the willingness to tell it without a slide deck.
No job title. No prior experience. Just the willingness to tap in.
*Creativity untapped. Connection for real.*
***
**About [Ben Sauer](https://bensauer.net)**
Ben Sauer is a speaker, author, and coach who teaches the art of strategic storytelling — and the perfect person to launch this series.
He's the author of **Death by Screens: How to Present High-Stakes Digital Design Work and Live to Tell the Tale** — a go-to resource for designers, product people and creatives who want to stop boring their audiences and actually be heard.
Ben spent years as a UX designer at Clearleft (one of the first UX agencies in the world, working with the BBC, Penguin Random House and Tesco), then as Director of Product for AI at Babylon Health, leading a team of 100 on products worth $100m+. He has trained teams at NASA, Amazon, and the BBC, and spoken at The Economist, NEXT Conference, UX London, VW + Audi and dozens more — frequently as the audience's top-rated speaker.
His background doesn't fit neatly in a single box: comedy, software, English literature. Which is exactly why he's so good at this.
***
**Agenda**
* **18:30 – 19:00** · Check-in
* **19:00 – 19:15** · Intro – what KREATIV UNTAPPED is and why we're here
* **19:15 – 20:15** · Hands-on storytelling session with Ben Sauer – including a sketching element to support your storytelling and flex that creative muscle
* **20:15 – 20:45** · Group sharing round – share your story, your sketch, your takeaway
* **20:45 – 20:50** · Wrap-up & what's next
* **20:50 – 21:30** · Networking
***
**Donation-based event**
This first edition is donation-based — give what feels right. Your contribution supports building KREATIV UNTAPPED into something lasting.
**Please note:** if you can't make it on the day, or decide to cancel, donations are non-refundable. By booking, you're not just paying for a seat — you're backing the spirit of what we're building. Thank you for that.
***
**A heads-up on photos & video**
We'll be taking photos and potentially videos throughout the evening to capture the spirit of the session and share what KREATIV UNTAPPED is all about.
By attending, you agree that visual material featuring you may be used for promotional purposes — on our social channels, website, newsletter, and future event communications. If you'd prefer not to be photographed or filmed, just let us know on arrival and we'll make sure to keep you out of the frame.
***
**Where**
📍 **Thoughtworks Berlin** Revaler Str. 31 (Event Space), 10245 Berlin (2 minutes from Ostkreuz)
***
See you there.
***Creativity untapped. Connection for real.***
Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreativ-untapped) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/kreativuntapped)
Writing under the Influence Weekly
Drunk driving is not cool, but drunk writing is! This is a community event for writers, with drinks! Work on your own projects or use the creative writing prompts provided. Join us at Das Gift, where we will have focused 20 minute writing sprints, with breaks in between.
Das Gift is at Donaustraße 119, 12043, Berlin.
Business Netzwerken im Prenzlauer Berg am 21.05. @ 9:10 Uhr
**Veranstaltungsort:**
Café Amelie
Pappelallee 11
10437 Berlin
Nächste **U-Bahn-Station**: U2 Eberswalder Straße (4 Gehminuten)
**Start:** 09:10 Uhr
**Einlass:** ab 09:00 Uhr
Liebe Berliner Unternehmer,
wir freuen uns, dich auch im Mai wieder im Café Amelie im Prenzlauer Berg begrüßen zu dürfen.
Wie auf dem Bild bereits ersichtlich "streckt" sich das Café, was uns eine besonders geeignete Basis für intensiven Austausch zwischen den Teilnehmern ermöglicht. Darüber hinaus gibt es hervorragenden Kaffee sowie Gebäck- und Kuchen-Spezialitäten, vielleicht sogar in einem besonderen Combo-Deal für BNB-Teilnehmer. ;-)
Vor Ort gibt es wie gewohnt frische Geschäftskontakte, neue Denkansätze und interessante Kooperationsmöglichkeiten. Wir stoßen dies durch eine moderierte Kontaktrunde an, in der sich jeder Teilnehmer kurz vorstellen (ca. 1 Minute) und anschließend intensiven Austausch mit den anderen Teilnehmern betreiben kann. Bringt bitte nach Möglichkeiten **Visitenkarten** mit, da diese uns das Netzwerken erleichtern.
Zu Beginn der Veranstaltung gibt es üblicherweise einen Impulsvortrag. Solltest du Interesse haben, einen Impulsvortrag zu halten, so schreib uns sehr gerne. Weitere Informationen gibt es auch hier: [Impulsvorträge bei BNB](https://netzwerken.berlin/impulsvortraege/)
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Alle Gründer/StartUps, Freiberufler und Unternehmer/Unternehmensvertreter sind willkommen beim Business MeetUp im Café Amelie im Prenzlauer Berg. Die Teilnahme ist generell kostenlos und NICHT an eine Mitgliedschaft gebunden.
Den leckeren Kaffee, Croissants, Kuchen oder was auch immer dich zum Kauf animiert hat, bezahle bitte im Café ;-)
Bitte beachten: Unternehmer mit Multi Level Marketing-Geschäftsmodellen schließen wir von unseren Veranstaltungen komplett aus. Weiterhin stehen wir auch allen Arten des Provisionsgeschäfts (Finanz-Optimierer, Immobilienmakler, Versicherungsvertreteter, etc.) extrem kritisch gegenüber und gestatten diesen keine Teilnahme an unseren Events. Solltet ihr der Meinung sein, ihr fallt nicht in diese Kategorie, obwohl ihr in einer der genannten Branchen arbeitet, so sprecht uns bitte im Vorfeld an.
Für alle anderen Fragen zum Event stehen wir euch selbstverständlich ebenfalls zur Verfügung. Wir freuen uns darauf, auch dich persönlich kennenzulernen und dir bei der Entwicklung deines Geschäfts zu helfen!
P.S.: Es werden mitunter Bilder auf den Events gemacht. Falls du ein riesiges Problem damit hast, auf diesen Bildern zu sehen zu sein, gib uns vor Ort bitte Bescheid.
Eventos de Startup Funding Esta Semana
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Founders Meet & Connect ⭐
🚀 **Founders Meet & Connect**
Join us for a relaxed evening where founders, builders, creatives, and like-minded people come together to connect, exchange ideas, and have meaningful conversations.
Whether you’re actively building a startup, exploring new ideas, freelancing, or simply interested in the startup ecosystem, this event is designed to create genuine connections in a welcoming atmosphere.
No stage.
No pressure.
No forced networking.
Just real conversations with people who share similar ambitions, challenges, and experiences.
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# 💡 What to Expect
• Relaxed networking
• Conversations with founders & builders
• Sharing ideas and experiences
• Meeting new people from the startup ecosystem
• Friendly and welcoming atmosphere
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# 🎯 Who Should Join
• Founders & entrepreneurs
• Aspiring founders
• Creatives & freelancers
• Startup enthusiasts
• Anyone looking to connect with ambitious people
***
# 📅 Event Details
📅 **May 23, 2026**
⏰ **17:00 – 20:00**
📍 **The Castle Pub**
See you there!
Check out our websites:
Company-[https://datenstrom-3ag.com/](https://datenstrom-3ag.com/)[](https://datenstrom-3ag.com/?utm_source=luma)
Application - [Growfirma.com](https://growfirma.com/?utm_source=luma)
🧠 Decision-Making Under Pressure (Part 2)
🧠 **Decision-Making Under Pressure (Part 2)**
The wait is over.
After the great response to our first session, we’re bringing it back — with new scenarios, new challenges, and even more real-time decision-making.
This is not a typical event.
It’s an **interactive business simulation**, where you step into the role of a founder and face real-world startup situations under pressure.
You’ll work in small teams, analyze scenarios, make decisions within limited time, and present your approach — just like in real life.
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# 💡 What to Expect
🔹 Work in teams
🔹 Solve realistic startup scenarios
🔹 Make decisions under time pressure
🔹 Present your strategy
🔹 Receive feedback and different perspectives
Each round becomes more challenging, pushing you to think faster, communicate clearly, and act with confidence.
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# 🎯 Why Join
Because building a startup is a series of decisions —
and the ability to make them under pressure is what makes the difference.
Whether you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious, this session will challenge you to think critically and act decisively.
***
# Event Details
📅 **May 24, 2026**
⏰ **13:00 – 15:30**
📍 **The Social Hub**
See you there!
Check out our websites:
Company-[Datenstrom-3ag.com](https://datenstrom-3ag.com/?utm_source=luma)
Application-[Growfirma.com](https://growfirma.com/?utm_source=luma)
Founders Running Club :: Berlin
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking.
Every Saturday morning we gather together and run through Tiergarten.
Join us in one of these 3 routes:
\* **5K** – for new & beginner runners
\* **7K** – for regular runners
\* **11K** – for more experienced runners
**OBS**: We are usually around 30 people, between regulars and newcomers (from here and from Luma), so don't be scared if there are not a lot of people confirmed on the event here.
The pace is chill and conversational, around **6:30**.
On the 7k and 11k some people like to push a bit more, but no one gets left behind.
We finish with a nice coffee and amazing conversations.
The vibe is always great.
Pets, friends, family, are welcome.
More about **FRC**:
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 50+ cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats?utm_source=luma)
Berlin Instagram [http://instagram.com/frcberlin](http://instagram.com/frcberlin?utm_source=luma)
**Global FRC**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/?utm_source=luma)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/?utm_source=luma)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC?utm_source=luma)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/?utm_source=luma)
OpenSpace Networthing
Meetup -> Teamup -> Startup
After or FirstFriday Meetup we connect Entrepreneurs in our OpenSpace format.
How it works:
In this high-energy "unconference" format, there are no pre-set speakers. Instead we introduce ourselfs and share our challenges to find together solutions or present our pitchdecks to get valuable feedback.
Join us in our next inspiring session.
Entrance is free. Please bring some snacks instead.
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Don't eat alone lunch #90 (in Fhain)
🌟 Join us for **"Don't Eat Alone"** – an event designed to transform your lunch break into a social feast! **Tired of solitary meals in front of the computer?** **Thriving to meet some new people and curious what it may bring to your life?**
Just come, check and enjoy a delicious meal with friendly faces. Connect with like-minded individuals, engage in conversations, and make your lunchtime a memorable social experience.
Mark your calendar, bring your appetite, and let's build connections, one meal at a time! 🍽️🤝✨
PAYMENTS: the meetup is free, but everyone pays for their meals. Here you can pay by card easily.
The Founder's Sprint
The Founder's Sprint event is a fast, high-energy gathering for founders, builders, and innovators who want to think sharper, move quicker, and spark fresh momentum.
Here's what to expect:
→ Warm Up (30 mins) Ice-breakers and quick connects to get the energy flowing.
→ Sprint 1 (60 mins) Dive into a real challenge, collaborate, and build solutions with the room.
→ Sprint 2 (60 mins) New challenge. New ideas. Stronger outcomes.
**Requesting you to click on the link to register via [Luma](https://luma.com/dt993y7h).**
Come ready to engage. This is a space for genuine conversation and creative momentum.
A few things to know:
• Arrive a few minutes early so we can kick off on time
• Bring a curious mind and an open attitude
• Capacity is intentionally limited. You're one of a curated group.
We're building something real and we're glad you're part of it.
See you on the 23rd.
The Hive Minds Team
Collaborate. Co-create. Elevate.
[LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/hive-minds2026)
Netzwerken in der Alchemist Bar
Wir wollen uns wieder treffen und austauschen - diesmal in der Alchemist Bar.
Ich freue mich auf euch :)
Eventos de Startup Funding Cerca de Ti
Conéctate con tu comunidad local de Startup Funding
In-Person Meeting: How I Get Private Lenders and Partners to Fund My Deals
(Note: RSVPing here on meetup does NOT reserve your seat. To do that, you’ll need to register at our website, **[HERE](https://www.coreerocks.com/Events.aspx?ID=In-Person-Columbus-Meeting-How-I-Get-Private-Lenders-and-Partners-to-Fund-My-Deals-14-6-2-2026)**.)
Tuesday, June 2nd, 5:00–8:30 PM Eastern
Central Ohio Chapter Meeting
IN PERSON IN COLUMBUS
How I Get Private Lenders and Partners to Fund My Deals
If you can’t fund it, you don’t have a deal.
And right now, funding is where more investors are getting stuck.
Private lenders are more cautious.
Partners are asking better questions.
And deals that look good on paper still fall apart when the money doesn’t show up.
That’s why we’re bringing in a panel of investors who are actually getting their deals funded right now.
You’ll hear how they’re finding money, structuring deals, and building relationships that lead to repeat funding.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
* Where they’re finding private lenders today
* How they start conversations that lead to funding
* What makes lenders and partners say YES
* How they structure deals to be fundable
* The biggest mistakes investors make when raising money
* How to build repeat funding relationships
**Early Session (6:00–7:00 PM Eastern):**
**Having Trouble Finding Tenants? How Community Shelter Board Can Help**
Nicholas Brenner will walk you through programs designed to help rapidly rehouse tenants, including financial support that can stabilize your rentals.
**The Deal Room (7:00–7:30 PM Eastern)**
Bring deals, funding needs, buyers, and problems.
This is where connections turn into action.
This meeting is for serious real estate investors nationwide, and we’re known for our high-content, real-life education and our nationwide community of dealmakers.
Members and non-members at all levels are welcome.
Register below to reserve your seat.
Remember, to actually reserve your seat, you have to go **[HERE](https://www.coreerocks.com/Events.aspx?ID=In-Person-Columbus-Meeting-How-I-Get-Private-Lenders-and-Partners-to-Fund-My-Deals-14-6-2-2026)** and register on our website!
Join Biggest Community | Investors Founders | Columbus | Online
Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link :
**Reserve**
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup
**QUESTIONS ?**
Pls Reach out to;
Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)
Sunday Arts & Crafternoon: Launch Event! 🎉
**Let’s kick off our very first CBUS Maker Meetup!**
Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you.
🧵 **What to Bring**
Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think:
* **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending.
* **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling.
* **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design.
* *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!*
**📍 Where to Find Us**
* We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Karl Road Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.**
**⏱️ Timeline**
* **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on.
* **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas.
**⚠️ A Note on RSVPs**
Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots.
If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel.
***
**We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**
Introduction to Grant Writing for Non-Profits
Join us for an introduction to writing grant proposals for your nonprofit organization, led by consultant Tiffany Nobles.
We'll discuss the most common funder requirements and how to successfully meet them. We'll also share common pitfalls to avoid.
This event is free and open to the public.
Trails & Ales! Blendon Woods Metro Park / Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
**History**
The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville.
Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people.
As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support.
The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts.
In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area.
**Map of the Park**
Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png).
**Summary**
For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks.
**Where We'll Meet**
We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center.
**After the Hike**
Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.
The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.
























