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Good day everyone, Please join us for a fantastic long weekend **Good Friday** night experience as we mix, mingle, make new friends, enjoy a tasty dinner and then dance the night away to a fabulous Band and DJ! \*Joined by my other social groups too; so we can anticipate a terrific turn out with lots of friendly peers to enjoy dinner and the game **\*Meet us inside Smoke Show between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm** \*If you have to arrive after that, still let the front door guy know you are with Steve's group so he can direct you to us (but kindly do your best to arrive between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm (as I can't promise seating after that)-Thank you! (You will be paying me not the guy at the front door, so simply ask him to direct you to the group- thank you!) (Event Details Below) Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host ) Event Details: **The Good Friday Dinner and Dance Party!** **(with DJ and Live Band)** **(Friday April 3rd)** -A fun, interactive, event with friends, reserved seating, dinner, beverages, Live Band, DJ and Dancing! -Pool Table available -DJ, Live band and Dancing after dinner :) -Plenty of parking all around the venue \*For more information on the menu please refer to the Smoke Show menu https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/ **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to [Steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://Steveflemming11@gmail.com/) (Beverage or Appetizer Minimum please) **-Arrive any time between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm inside the restaurant (ask or look for Steve/Organizer when you arrive)** \*If arriving after 7:00 you still need to let the guy at the front know you are with Steve's group so he can properly direct you to us and help track our numbers- Thank you! (You will be paying me not the guy at the front door-so please let him guide you to the group) (1 minute walk now from the Mt. Pleasant and Eglinton station)

**On Friday, April 3rd, join us for High Tea at Lai Wah Heen Restaurant for the launch of their high tea and also recently renovated restaurant.** Enjoy signature dim sum platters, sweet lotus swan pastries, specialty teas, and discounted cocktails and bites all afternoon! Since reopening last year, the response from the city has been incredible, with recognition from **[Toronto Life](http://links.rmc.opentable.com/ls/click?upn=u001.piFRHvHm0sFYM397z-2BzU-2BXVcgyNqgv2fUn2jhMjjnJVp658aSXwOHn2sFbXDIINZFAtU1-2FuwczwWyKTVl8Q0uyvqX-2BaVIIDDalO5HCMrcmo-3D8mmZ_aSAt5ArySwGmCSyQF4uoS6lgBDmqktBtncRjQwJGbYsFMzG-2FwGGuxqgaFU9W7s-2BVAZqFfp3J4GCIwNxSCAtgQGqkzNiuwcVL6TE93a-2FKN4saRcpOMAfAgIBLU3I-2B0x4GTQYKIGCsy4XsQKDEX0nxuoLYtxmcd0mGxHtkzrLbSciy5Em-2B-2Br8hrWy2H9-2F2RQUtDgTfNn4h3o6DKG4MZk55RmanWQsaf3QH5jdy8KgSCVlb2usqIeoiK7JBTX4H8EcmENEfn4ktcWwkan8H6mPXiuX9mncWsVp-2BDCs-2F3TkgDI5l7S4sQw2ePuWw7Ae2Dl7BOQ4OrSclgxaiTXP9q1JFooW20wOYzn42-2BGDpUecsL57FOee5QsG7A1xnyF8SgCYXQq3kJzYEzKzgJdtrt6r1KwwsvT83S-2FhT30zx9tcVw-2F-2FhOPaf-2Fgvi0ilYO0I2ELtO-2FpvFCaNGfzH-2Ba57vaSTSvEHrkrfH17AL-2BhRfJNc-2Fn87hJ9XMJvuN3RUL-2BY8cG6z3hCW3GjxZy9CWabH52x1m-2F-2FIX4fex5ZOcY7kbkBkWzqL-2F3eSQKszQHscp5YgyMK3tiWLhM30osSX9l4bgNImGU6VF7KWJRIkqRJniGmP3QTs-3D)** and **[Taste Toronto](http://links.rmc.opentable.com/ls/click?upn=u001.piFRHvHm0sFYM397z-2BzU-2BbtW9mq5Bcazckive09wPAeg99ZLsI-2BJCEm4q7GTM-2BzjfMrNlp34L-2BMdhXLg7CO-2BDVYmMWAXAZ71QgMJTEdvJMKLvS8KKuo2VB63sEXao78OfDsG_aSAt5ArySwGmCSyQF4uoS6lgBDmqktBtncRjQwJGbYsFMzG-2FwGGuxqgaFU9W7s-2BVAZqFfp3J4GCIwNxSCAtgQGqkzNiuwcVL6TE93a-2FKN4saRcpOMAfAgIBLU3I-2B0x4GTQYKIGCsy4XsQKDEX0nxuoLYtxmcd0mGxHtkzrLbSciy5Em-2B-2Br8hrWy2H9-2F2RQUtDgTfNn4h3o6DKG4MZk55RmanWQsaf3QH5jdy8KgSCVlb2usqIeoiK7JBTX4H8EcmENEfn4ktcWwkan8H6mPXiuX9mncWsVp-2BDCs-2F3TkgDI5l7S4sQw2ePuWw7Ae2Dl7BOQ4OrSclgxaiTXP9q1JFooW20wOYzn42-2BGDpUecsL57FOee5QsG7A1xnyF8SgCYXHfWaDB5kTHyV-2BUO2DI0kErMj4w4Zy3S4S-2Bn3JIwNfbtRMDWVH6biSt8-2BI2BZFczT-2FuZ9UITE-2FK8apQ6Oj-2BzcArcQ66-2FJ2qG6BeBHSMOyZT-2BvpD-2BytL1mBHI4U9cHUl2EO8K0ls7iH75SFmqvg3gwbkp6FU05q60cNLtPFKWLNP7IzrzEt1cuGCK3dTfqkrWW-2FK7Q-2B0y7wOWQYYiIoMRW3D1zq-2FG3r-2B8qai76ntyFQ5M-3D)**, along with the following awards: • **Best New Independent Restaurant** — *Golden Kirin Awards* (2026) • **#3 Best Chinese Restaurant in Toronto** — *Streets of Toronto* (2025) This was a restaurant I booked for summer or winterlicious, so I am excited they have reopened. There is even free underground parking in the hotel. **COST** Dim Sum: Choose from platters $42 - 68, Teas (some grown by the restaurant) $21, and a selection of discounted cocktails, mocktails and beer. Organizer Meetup fee: $5 **SIGNING-UP** * RSVP Yes and the system will add you to the wait list * To secure your seat, a $15 etransfer (includes $5 meetup fee) is required to hold a seat at the table. Attendees will receive $10 back at the end of dim sum - there are no refunds for cancellations or no shows. * Once you are on the waitlist, I will message you my email for the etransfer. * Once the transfer is complete, I will move you to attending. * A reminder will be sent the night before with my cell and all meetup details. Make sure you set up your communication settings to receive. RSVPs close 1 day prior. Cancellations will result in a No Show and impact future attendance. **MEETUP TIME** **Meet me at: 4:45pm inside the front doors of the Double Tree Hilton Hotel at 108 Chestnut St.** Please wait for me to arrive, and do not sit on your own prior, so we can get the table requested. Length: 2 hours Enjoy and please post your Comments in the event after.

Let’s get together to speak French! We’ll enjoy tea/coffee and some icebreaker games. Everyone is welcome. Venez parler français! À bientôt, Hassane. \*Merci beaucoup de vous être inscrit(e) à notre prochaine rencontre! Nous sommes ravis de votre présence. Afin de permettre à d’autres de se joindre à nous, nous vous demandons respectueusement : 1. **Si vos plans changent,** veuillez mettre à jour votre statut (passer à 'Non') le plus rapidement possible pour libérer votre place. 2. **Si vous êtes sur la liste d'attente,** merci de ne pas vous présenter à l'événement. Votre statut doit être confirmé pour pouvoir participer. Veuillez vous inscrire directement aux prochaines dates disponibles. Au plaisir de vous accueillir! \*To allow others to join us, we respectfully ask that you: * **If your plans change,** please update your RSVP status (change it to 'No') as quickly as possible to free up your spot. * **If you are on the waiting list,** please do not show up for the event. Your status must be confirmed to participate. Instead, please register directly for the next available dates. IMPORTANT: Veuillez noter que pour profiter pleinement de nos échanges, une aptitude de base à la conversation est vivement souhaitée : ce groupe est un cercle de discussion convivial et non un cours de langue. Please note that to fully enjoy the experience, a basic speaking aptitude is recommended: this group is a social conversation circle, not a formal teaching class. We look forward to welcoming you! Please join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LRUdXbjpG8I9aph4dU6Go8

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a fun spring afternoon leisure nature and neighbourhood walk \- Include trails\, parks\, cafes\, ice breakers\, washroom breaks and beautiful sties to see -Our Good Friday event will continue as we hit a great location for dinner, beverages and conversation (optional) -Still around after dinner for live band, DJ and Dancing (optional) **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **3:30 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:00 p.m.)** This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see. More details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** **Good Friday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner Party with Live Band and DJ after Walk)** -A great event planned as we explore Parks, Trails, Cafes and beautiful Neighbourhoods with cool sites to see -During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together -Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another \*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air, exercise and (re) connect with some wonderful people **Bonus after our Leisure Nature Walk: (Optional)** \*Stick around after the walk for a fun Friday Night gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages, Mingling and Live Music **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** **Date:** Friday April 3rd (Good Friday-Holiday) We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **3:30 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:00 p.m.)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a fun spring afternoon leisure nature and neighbourhood walk \- Include trails\, parks\, cafes\, ice breakers\, washroom breaks and beautiful sties to see -Our Good Friday event will continue as we hit a great location for dinner, beverages and conversation (optional) -Still around after dinner for live band, DJ and Dancing (optional) **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **3:30 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:00 p.m.)** This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see. More details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** **Good Friday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner Party with Live Band and DJ after Walk)** -A great event planned as we explore Parks, Trails, Cafes and beautiful Neighbourhoods with cool sites to see -During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together -Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another \*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air, exercise and (re) connect with some wonderful people **Bonus after our Leisure Nature Walk: (Optional)** \*Stick around after the walk for a fun Friday Night gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages, Mingling and Live Music **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** **Date:** Friday April 3rd (Good Friday-Holiday) We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **3:30 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:00 p.m.)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

We're going to watch the Beaches Easter Parade ! We will take a nice stroll along Queen street and will stop in a chocolate store filled with Easter goodies before the parade starts at 2pm. We'll be joined by my other meetup group, Walk and Roll. Then we will walk along Queen street to see the parade filled with bands, dancers, floats and easter bunnies. Afterwards you can go to the beach. Queen street will be closed between Woodbine east to Neville Park from approximately 2 - 4pm. For those who are driving it is best to park near Woodbine and Queen. For those taking the TTC, go to Woodbine station and take the 92 Woodbine bus south and get off at Queen street. The firestation is very close to the bus stop. Or take the Queen car to Kingston road then walk a few blocks to the firestation. The firestation is at the corner of Queen east and Woodbine. It's the tall building with the bell tower. Felice is wearing a red hat. Please know that when you post a message below it goes to all members who have signed up. If you need to cancel please change your RSVP you don't need to leave a comment for me.

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**Join [TILE.]** at the **most popular Saturday Language Learning Social Event & Party in Toronto! 🍁** **[TILE.] = Toronto International Language Exchange [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tilelearning/)** **[TILE.]** now has a **2-for-1 special event,** which includes: **1.** From **[6:30 - 7:15 PM](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher):** An optional new $5 small group 45-minute **[English language class](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)**[ ](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)led by a certified language teacher **2.** From **[7:15 - 11 PM](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto):** Our usual huge group **[BIGGEST LANGUAGE EXCHANGE SOCIAL EVENT AND PARTY IN TORONTO](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto)** (Cost: *$0-$5\*, see below)* Both events happen Saturday on the 2nd floor of the Madison Pub (14 Madison Avenue). ***Attend either or both events!*** Meet Toronto locals and international friends. Talk to language teachers and speakers to learn English, French, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, and much more! Join us for board games, conversation, dancing, singing, and more! Make sure to get a nametag from one of our helpers. *You **must** read the full event description below before attending. By attending, you agree to all the terms listed.* **[TILE.] Toronto International Language Exchange** event details: * We are on the 2nd floor of the Madison pub on the patio with all the international flags! *The dance floor opens around 10 PM, and the live piano bar singer start around 10:30 on the 1st floor.* * With our night ride promotion, the second event (the 7:15- 11 PM Party & Social event) is **FREE** for women who will be traveling alone at night to promote inclusion and equity\*. This event normally $5. * The cost for the first event (the 6:30 - 7:15 PM English Language class) is $5 for everyone. **PAY** **$5** right at the event by **CASH, CREDIT, or DEBIT**, or **SEND $5 E-TRANSFERS** to: **TILETORONTO1@GMAIL.COM**. You can also support the bar by buying a drink or appetizer. **\*** The second event ends late at night. It is 100% your own responsibility to ensure you get home safe. We can simply waive the $5 event entry/cover fee for women who will be traveling home alone so that they may instead put this money towards taking a safe ride home. \-\-\-\-\-\- **IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER – Meetup Group** By attending any TILE events, including these ones, you acknowledge and agree to the following: * *The organizers and hosts of TILE events are are not liable for any loss, injury, damage, or other unforeseen outcomes that may occur before, during, or after any event.* * *Participation in TILE events is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your own safety, personal belongings, transportation, behavior, and well-being. It is your responsibility to assess the risks involved in any activity or location and to act accordingly.* * *TILE and its organizers do not provide insurance and cannot guarantee the safety, accuracy of information, or quality of venues, third-party services, or other attendees.* * *By attending, you release TILE, its organizers, and affiliates from any and all claims or liability, and you agree to conduct yourself respectfully and in accordance with local laws and venue rules.* * ***If you do not agree with this disclaimer, please do not attend TILE events.***

We're going to watch the Beaches Easter Parade ! We will take a nice stroll along Queen street and will stop in a chocolate store filled with Easter goodies before the parade starts at 2pm. Then we will walk along Queen street to see the parade filled with bands, dancers, floats and easter bunnies. Afterwards you can go to the beach. Queen street will be closed between Woodbine east to Neville Park from approximately 2 - 4pm. For those who are driving it is best to park near Woodbine and Queen. For those taking the TTC, go to Woodbine station and take the 92 Woodbine bus south and get off at Queen street. The firestation is very close to the bus stop. Or take the Queen car to Kingston road and walk a few blocks to the firestation. The firestation is at the corner of Queen east and Woodbine. It's the tall building with the bell tower. Felice is wearing a red hat. Please know that when you post a message below it goes to all members who have signed up. If you need to cancel please change your RSVP you don't need to leave a comment for me.

**LUCKY 13'S FINAL SHOW!!** **Come and join us Saturday, April 4th @ The Duke for the final show of one our favourite bands, Lucky 13!!** **We've gotten to know and love Colin, Mick, Tony and Wade over the years, so let's give them one helluva send off.** **Colin's wife, Alanna, will also be celebrating her 40th birthday!! She's even old enough for us now!! :)** **Looks like they'll be performing between 7pm and midnight and it promises to be an amazing night of great music and dancing.** **To buy early tickets for $10.00 (and I apologize for this) click on the huge link below. If the link doesn't work you should be able to copy and paste,** **https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lucky-13-the-final-show-and-alannas-40th-tickets-1983274444251?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawQBbjZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeDZwbAG474Xh-4a7yPVtX8pWnsp3PffYEbBar3CkNHC4lsL2m7xRI9v0j5Yk_aem_UwIJZ6FxdpNt2C0CJa-jPA** **I (Alex) won't be at the door because I don't do that anymore. At the door the tickets will be $15.** **Make your own reservations (I don't do that anymore either) by calling The Duke at 416-466-2624.** **I'm sure that we'll find one another. If you're new you can seek me out. I'll be wearing a bright orange Giants Jersey. I'll be happy to introduce you to many of our members!!** **(I still do that) :)** **We're looking forward to seeing everyone at our special LUCKY 13 event!! IT'S GOING TO BE A BLAST!!**

Let’s try this popular Italian restaurant in Reynoldsburg. This is the menu: https://scaliristorante.com/#4e468054-0235-43e2-81c2-44e061341e9e

This is an in-person meeting. Did you know that unwanted emotions like loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, anger, fear, anxiety, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not chemical imbalance in your brain due to some nebulous chemical reactions by chance. Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you. The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life. For instance, let's say you are already carrying a huge load on your back, then you cannot take on much more, but, let's say something else happens to you, such as the difficulties from the Pandemic, then the resultant combined weight on you can take you over the edge, kind of like the straw that break the camel's back. When this happens, people's attention usually goes to the straw that was added, but actually the majority of the weight had come from the huge load that were already there, holding a person down and causing a person issues. So how do you remove the huge load that was already there? How do you lighten them up? Is it possible to get rid of them? That is what this meeting will be all about. Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life. 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 created by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

The emotional pain from past bad experiences easily lingers in the present, making it hard to enjoy life and create your future. Even when you think you've moved on, the negative emotions can be triggered, sending you back into the pain of that experience. And we are talking about pain; emotions such as grief, depression, anxiety, fear (or terror), boiling anger, simmering resentment, feelings of shame, blaming and regret can leave you incapacitated to a greater or lesser degree. In this local event we will be discussing the reasons why these past bad experiences have the power to affect you long after they occurred. We'll go over why the emotional pain can be so strong. We'll also discuss some simple solutions to overcome your emotional pain and be free to fully enjoy your life again. Examples of painful experiences include: * A broken relationship or divorce. * Death or loss of a loved one. * Death of a pet. * A sudden shock or bad news. * A betrayal. * Being part of an abusive relationship. * A bad injustice. * Loss of a job, position or business. * A grave illness or injury. The negative emotions from these experiences don't just go away on their own. But the good news is there is a way to clear them out of your way. 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 sponsored the Dianetics & Scientology Self-Improvement Center.

**Summary** Celebrate America's 250th year and the [Columbus Clippers'](https://www.milb.com/columbus) 50th season by watching [Franklin County's](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbus_Clippers) best team play the [best game in the world](https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/babe_ruth_140116) at [one of the ten best](https://www.dispatch.com/story/sports/minors/2025/03/26/huntington-park-voted-top-10-minor-league-ballparks-usa-today-10best-awards/82656048007/) baseball stadiums in the United States in their 2026 home Saturday opener! The first pitch is scheduled for 4:05 p.m. The gates always open an hour before the scheduled first pitch. I'm usually at the ballpark a half an hour before the scheduled first pitch. Clippers' games usually last around two and a half hours. Being a few minutes early will help us secure good seats. **Parking** I personally always like to park in the [McConnell Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/McConnell+Garage/@39.9685114,-83.0103938,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388f24145462d1:0x6238c0f0c851ab70!8m2!3d39.9692957!4d-83.0081175!16s%2Fg%2F1jkw6y27y?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). If nothing else is going on in the area, this should be $7. However, I've also seen it be as high as $22. I can't say for certain what it will be for this game, but once I know, I will post in the comments. Alternately, there are other lots in the area you can try which will probably be a few dollars cheaper. [Here is a map](https://img.mlbstatic.com/milb-images/image/upload/q_auto/milb/ernng44ya2xkr4wbheql) of all the garages and lots surrounding the stadium. Keep in mind that many of these are outdoor lots and your car will be out in the elements. If you decide to look for a different lot, I would mildly recommend either the Buggyworks Lot or the Broadbelt Lot, but I have never parked in either of these myself. Although it won't apply for this game, keep in mind that street parking is also free citywide in Columbus on [Sundays and holidays](https://www.columbus.gov/files/sharedassets/city/v/1/public-service/right-of-way-permit/on-street-parking-out-of-service-policy-and-procedure-final-8.15.2022-signed.pdf). **Where We'll Be** Here is a [map of the ballpark](https://img.mlbstatic.com/milb-images/image/upload/milb/qkqohbqjgtx5uwo6zkgn.pdf). We'll be sitting on Level 3 of the [Left Field Building](https://www.milb.com/columbus/ballpark/huntington-park) (aka the "AEP Power Pavilion"), which features a 110 foot bar with six open patios overlooking the field. This area is covered and will be out of any sun or rain that may transpire. If you enter the park through the Center Field Entrance (which is at the intersection of Nationwide Blvd. and Neil Ave.), there will be a door to your immediate right after you enter that leads to a staircase up into the Tower. This door is not well-marked, and if you've never been to Huntington Park before, you may wonder if you're actually allowed to go in and up the stairs. Yes, you are. We'll be on the Tower's "Level 3". I have uploaded to the Photos section of this event page, below, a picture of the sign you want look for after you ascend the stairs, so you'll know you're on the correct floor. **Tickets** Do not buy your tickets ahead of time. They will literally be twice as expensive if you buy them on Ticketmaster. Instead, go to the ticket window near the Center Field Entrance. Buy a *Standing Room Only* ticket (don't worry, you won't be standing), which will cost you a flat $8 with no other taxes or fees. These tickets never sell out, and this is the cheapest way to get into the park. **Carry-Ins** Per the team's [website](https://www.milb.com/columbus/ballpark/a-z-guide): "Soft-sided coolers are permitted in the general seating area [which is where we'll be], but not hard-sided coolers; also no alcohol, glass bottles, or cans will be permitted. SMALL bags or backpacks of food items and beverages in plastic bottles are ok. Reusable water bottles are permitted, but must be empty upon arrival. Diaper bags are allowed." I always bring a disposable plastic bottle of water and refill it as I need at the park. Bottled water at the game is something like 4 or 5 dollars. So if you want a bottle of water, I recommend bringing your own bottle instead of buying it at the park. **Food & Drink** The area we'll be in has burgers, hot dogs, salads, soft pretzels, ice cream, and other sorts of things you would expect at a baseball game. I've posted pics of the menu in the Photos section, below. The burger and fries are $14 plus tax, and they're not bad. (This is what I usually get.) The beer is *really* overpriced. It's like $9, or $20 for a pitcher. If there's some people to help me drink it, though, I'll buy a pitcher of Michelob Ultra. While we'll be on the penultimate floor of the Tower, the top floor (which has a great view, but is fully exposed to the elements) has a [Dirty Frank's](https://dirtyfranks.com/) hot dog stand. I've never gotten anything from there, though I've been told it's good. The Donatos pizza stand is also a very short walk away from where we'll be. I love Donatos, but the pizza is so expensive at the ballpark. It's like $9 for a personal-sized pepperoni. It is good, though. **Peroration** Let's (watch them) play ball!

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