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💖第二組復活節飯局💖 
《第二組 豐衣築食吃喝會》 
[1704 南區精緻泰國菜@Bamboo Thai］🍽️ 
日期：4月17日(五） 
時間：1930-2130 
地點：黃竹坑Southside 
人數：4-10人 
消費：每人$250-$300左右/視符齊齊叫餸決定(SC10%+EF$5) 
Event fee: $10/位(出席時付） 
訂位：訂4人以上訂位 
Host：CC ✳️泰菜特色✳️ ✳️環境舒適寬敞/多空間感 ✳️泰式風情/味味有水準 ✳️招呼專業細心/服務好 ✳️價錢大眾化 💖菜色推介💖 ⭐️泰北咖喱雞腿金面 ⭐️精選拼盤 ⭐️️火山排骨 ⭐️薑黃烤鱸魚 ⭐️馬拉盞通菜 ⭐️鮮芒果糯米飯 ⭐️泰式蛋咖啡炒皇帝大虎蝦 ⭐️肉碎生菜包 ⭐️串燒雞肉 ⭐️泰式蛋包炒金邊粉 
{餐廳資料} Bamboo Thai 網址: https://s.openrice.com/QrbS0bZmD00~uAyTUAw 地址: 黃竹坑香葉道11號THE SOUTHSIDE 2樓204號舖 電話:21170636 =====================

Meetup New Friends at Central HK (Free Entry) Time: Friday night usually \~7:30pm to 10pm (Weekly) Location: Central Market G/F (Center area), Central Hong Kong. 香港中環與新朋友見面 (Free Entry) 時間：週五晚上(通常) \~7:30pm 至 10pm（每週） 地點：香港中環中環街市地下（中心區）

# 🍻收工狂歡減壓之夜！放工派對🎉 🎤唱K x 🎱桌球 x 🎲 桌遊 x 🎯鏢機 x 🀄麻雀x 🎮 街機 x 👫擴闊圈子 返工谷埋谷埋一肚氣？收工唔想咁早返屋企？🏠 想識多啲唔同行業嘅朋友，又想有得玩輕鬆下？ 我哋已包起可容納50\~60人嘅大場地，邀請大家一齊玩！🎉 拋開工作煩惱，由陌生玩到熟絡，將工作嘅壓力一掃而空✨👫👭👬 🔥 現場有咩玩？ 🎤 點唱K局： 同鍾意唱歌嘅朋友一齊開大個咪，唱走壓力！ 🎱 桌球/鏢機： 坐足成日想郁下？隨時開波切磋 🎮 街機遊戲： 大量童年回憶好玩遊戲，即場Battle 🎲 Boardgame： 輕鬆好玩 Party 類、輕策桌遊，邊玩邊傾偈 🀄 麻雀： 自動麻雀機準備就緒，收工即刻輕鬆玩，碰！ ✨特別安排 🚫 零尷尬：不需公開自我介紹。 🔄 Speed Social： 分組換檯精簡快速交流，極速熱身，輕鬆認識唔同行業嘅新朋友 🍔 食物飲品安排(自費)： 自由度 Max！你可以： 1️⃣ 食飽先過黎 2️⃣ 現場同其他參加者夾份叫外賣 (一齊食最開心🍕) 3️⃣ 自備私伙美食/酒精飲品 (BYOB 🍻) ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ 📅 日期：4月17日 (Fri) ⏰ 時間：7:00 PM - 11:30 PM (歡迎隨時加入及離場) 📍 地點：荔枝角 Party Room (近地鐵出口 2 分鐘步程，極速到達！) 👥 對象：80/90/00後 🔥 名額：限量 40 名 🎫 費用： ⚡ Meetup優惠：$138/位 ✨ 女生優惠額外再減 $20/位 (價格或會因情況而向上調整, 以最後顯示價格為準) 正價：$160/位 ⚠️ 注意： 名額有限，請盡早報名留位。 如臨時嚟唔到，可轉讓位置比朋友。 #放工好去處 #AfterWorkParty #收工減壓 #識朋友 #荔枝角 #PartyRoom #性價比高 ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ **🎟️ 預約席位** 為確保男女比例平衡與社交質素，所有席位以收到轉賬確認為準。 * **查詢/報名 WhatsApp：** 91622624 * **一鍵報名：**[https://wa.me/85291622624?text=我想報名參加4月17日派對](https://wa.me/85291622624?text=%E6%88%91%E6%83%B3%E5%A0%B1%E5%90%8D%E5%8F%83%E5%8A%A04%E6%9C%8817%E6%97%A5%E6%B4%BE%E5%B0%8D) * \*參加者多於 whatsapp 直接報名, Meetup報名人數不準 **【轉賬方式】** * **PayMe 連結：** [https://payme.hsbc/kuuu](https://payme.hsbc/kuuu) * **FPS 轉數快：** 91622624 * *請於轉賬後 WhatsApp 截圖至 91622624 確認* ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ ⋱⋰ **🌟 關於 KAIROS 刻遇** 我們持續優化每一場聚會的質地，致力於在繁忙的都市中，為優秀的靈魂打造更舒適、更有深度的連結場域。 【刻遇預告】KAIROS 刻遇｜在時光的流動中，精準對焦 當 Chronos 的指針不停走動，我們選擇在 Kairos 的瞬間停駐。 活動地圖已開啟，誠邀每一位，在對的時間，遇見對的人。 📅 刻遇日程 Apr 17 (Fri) 7pm-11:30pm：🍻收工狂歡減壓之夜！放工派對🎉 [https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314090875/](https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314090875/) Apr 19 (Sun) 5pm-11pm：🎉任飲任食任玩狂歡夜🌟👫👬👭😁 [https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314211344/](https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314211344/) Apr 24 (Fri) 8pm：一齊睇《米高積遜 Michael》👫👭👬😄@旺角 [https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314191574/](https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314191574/) Apr 26 (Sun) 5pm-9pm：🎉會員感謝日🌟🫶🌳🌿兩手fing fing去Picnic🐶🦋 [https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314191944/](https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314191944/) May 1 (Fri) 4pm-9pm：🏖️五一假期大型假日派對🎉**👫👭👬** [https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314093638/](https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314093638/) May 2 \~ May 3：兩日一夜 Chill 輕鬆互動Trip ＋ 🏎️ 高卡車 ​​ 🎉 [https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314211590/](https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314211590/) May 30 \~ May 31：兩日一夜 Chill 輕鬆互動Trip ＋ 🏎️ 越野車 ​​ 🎉 [https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314211628/](https://www.meetup.com/kairos/events/314211628/) 🎟️ 報名與留位 名額稀缺，請透過 WhatsApp 或 Meetup 預約你的席位： 📲 WhatsApp 直接報名： [https://wa.me/85291622624?text=我想報名參加活動](https://wa.me/85291622624?text=%E6%88%91%E6%83%B3%E5%A0%B1%E5%90%8D%E5%8F%83%E5%8A%A0%E6%B4%BB%E5%8B%95) 期待在更趨近完美的時光中與你相遇。 「不為消磨時光，只為刻畫靈魂。」

Passion for badminton (LI event) 振華道體育館 (7-10am Apr 18) Let's explore our passion about early badminton! Venue: Chun Wah Road Sports Centre Time: 7-8am - Court 1, 3 8-9am - Court 3, 4 9-10am - Court 3, 4 Apr 11 (Sat) People: 14 Fee: $65 (FPS/HSBC PayMe App Welcome) First time joiner, please PM me your contact details.

**Acro Yoga Community Description** Join us for free Acro Yoga sessions in the beautiful Tamar Park every Friday and Sunday! Our outdoor gatherings welcome everyone interested in exploring Acro Yoga, regardless of experience level. Please sign up on Meetup before joining to stay updated on our sessions and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Keep in mind that the practice involves close partner work, so communication and comfort are key. If any issues arise, we encourage respectful handling and prioritizing safety. Come solo or bring a friend, and enjoy a unique workout that combines fitness, play, and social interaction. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join **Dine First HK** for a unique **social dining experience**! This event is conducted in **Cantonese** for locals to **make new friends**, **network**, and enjoy a curated dinner. No awkward speed dating, just authentic connections. **👋 係時候出黎識下新朋友啦！** 返工返學咁辛苦，**收工之後**唔好再摺埋係屋企！！**Dine First HK** 專門舉辦 **「神秘飯局」**，無論你係想擴闊圈子、搵人 Business Networking，定係單純想搵腳食餐好西，都無任歡迎。 **🤔 你係咪都有呢啲煩惱？** * ❌ 有諗過參加 Speed Dating，但怕太 Chur、太貴、太尷尬？ * ❌ 純粹想輕鬆傾下計，唔想玩無聊破冰遊戲？ * ❌ 玩交友 App 心很累，傾左一輪都約唔到出黎見面？ **我們就是你的解決方案！✅** 我哋係全港首個主打 **「免主持、輕社交」** 的神秘飯局社群。用一餐飯的時間，輕鬆認識 3-5 個新朋友或對象。推出幾個月，已經有超過 **1500名參加者** 成功配對飯腳！✨ **點解要揀 Dine First HK？** * 🙅‍♂️ **零尷尬：** 無需自我介紹環節，自然交流，大部分人都係 Solo 參加，轉頭就熟晒！ * 🗣️ **同聲同氣：** 全程廣東話，唔洗就住就住，最緊要盡興。 * 🍽️ **嚴選美食：** 餐廳由我地精心挑選，保證好食，地點方便。 * 🔰 **信心保證：** 我地係持有效商業登記 (BR) 的香港公司。 **活動詳情：** * **📍 地點：** 中環 (詳細餐廳地址會於確認後通知) * **👥 人數：** 為確保交流質素，每枱只限 **6 - 8 人** (名額極少，報名從速) **👇 報名方法 (重要)：** 1. 請先在 **Meetup 撳 "Attend" (RSVP)** 預留位置。 2. **必須步驟：** 因為這是神秘飯局，請去我地 Instagram **[[@dinefirst.hk](https://www.instagram.com/dinefirst.hk/)]** DM 我地 "Dinner"，去官網完成最後確認，先算報名成功！ **⚠️ 注意事項：** * 留位請早，飛機友會被 Blacklist！ * 今日就約飯先！用一餐飯的時間，改變你的社交圈子。 **Follow Us:** * Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/dinefirst.hk](https://www.instagram.com/dinefirst.hk) * Telegram: [https://t.me/dinefirsthk](https://t.me/dinefirsthk) * 官方網站: [https://dine-first.com/](https://dine-first.com/)

經驗原因也好，人心改變也罷，現在越來越人不滿足於打一份工，可能是希望增加財政來源，改變收入結構。 斜槓族只適用於瀟灑、沒有負擔的年輕一代？還是年紀大了反而會想與時間競賽，勇敢嘗試更多？ 既然有空，不如出來飲杯咖啡，說說你的看法？ 有興趣請聯絡我，WhatsApp 90356039. 期待與你見面聊聊😉

Get a great workout with a sweat-dripping dance cardio class combined with high-intensity interval training HIIT! Feel your heart rate pumping, while you jam to the beats and see yourself groove to fitness! Leave the class feeling super energised, challenged yet relaxed from a liberating dance fitness experience! WhatsApp 63344266 to book Prepayment required to secure booking www.deedreamlife.com/pricing-packages for fee info Download Dee Dream Life App for more info

Hi All, I am Lawrence, Certified Animal Flow Level III iinstructor and Certified Personal Trainer from A.C.E.
Animal Flow is ground based movement. This system is designed to improve strength, power, flexibility, mobility, and coordination for all levels of fitness enthusiasts.
During this class I will introduce you to different animal flow movements, through these movements, we workout, stretch and create our flow together. A good way to enjoy this beautiful weather and understand our body.
Class Fee:150 per person
Please feel Free to Message me for any questions.
你好 我係Lawrence , Level 3 Animal Flow 同埋私人教練
可能好多人對動物流依個運動系統都好陌生，其實佢融入左好多模仿動物同埋唔同類型運動既動作，通過練習依啲動作，可以改善我地既力量，耐力，柔軟度，協調，穩定性等等。而且所有動作有各式既演變，適合不同程度既參與者！同埋最有趣既地方，就係好大既自由度，可以將各樣動作串連而成為一個好似舞蹈或者表演。
係班上，我會教大家各式既相關動作，無論你想鍛鍊或者伸展，都可以搵到適合你既野。一齊黎係陽光下既户外一齊玩啦！
費用:每堂150元
歡迎聯絡查詢。

Hi All, I am Lawrence, YTT500hrs Yoga Teacher, Movement , Certified Animal Flow Level III iinstructor and Certified Personal Trainer from A.C.E.
Roll & Flow Is branch of soft acrobatics, we will explore differentnt technique eg floorwork, cartwheel, roll, kick etc to train our body and create a flow togetherher
Class Fee:150 per person
Please feel Free to Message me for any questions.
你好 我係Lawrence , yoga. Movement, lv 3 Animal Flow 同埋私人教練
將各樣動作串連而成為一個好似舞蹈或者表演。
係班上，我會教大家各式既相關動作，無論你想鍛鍊或者伸展，都可以搵到適合你既野。 

費用:每堂150元
歡迎聯絡查詢。

ONLY PEOPLE WHO SUCCESSFULLY SIGN UP HERE CAN ATTEND. If you sign up and can no longer attend, please change your status to NOT GOING to allow others to participate. Thank you for your understanding :) MEETING POINT: Sun Yat Sen Park Water Fountain 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 🙌 Finally we are back! And time to burn some calories 🔥 Join us this upcoming Saturday morning for some sweat and fun! 🎉💦 Please arrive a few minutes early - skipping the warm-up puts you at greater risks for injuries. 10 mins of warm-up, 40 mins of workouts and 10 mins of stretching with tons of "air-fives" (COVID-friendly high-fives.) Who's in? **Your Coach** Lawrence Tai Wellness Coach Certified A.C.E. Fitness Instructor, Mvm Art(Soft Acrobatics) , Animal Flow lv3 instructor & Regional Leader, Gong Bath Facilitator, Fascia, Budokon, Breathework & YTT 500 Yoga Teacher, ANFT Forest Bathing Guide @https://www.instagram.com/bodynaturemind_lawrence ⚠️ 𝐀𝐃𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 ⚠️ Please take a minute to read the following information regarding your participation in FitFam workouts. By signing up for this session, you confirm that you have read and understood the terms and risks detailed below: 💬 WHATSAPP 💬 We have a WhatsApp group! If you've participated in several of our sessions and would like to stay engaged with other regular FitFammers, please let one of our leaders know at the end of a workout so they can add you to the group. 🙅 NOT GOING 🙅‍♂️ If you have signed up for a session and can no longer make it, please move yourself to "Not Going" so our leaders have a more accurate count of participants coming to their session. This also helps us plan workouts more effectively. 🔊 DISCLAIMER 🔊 By signing up for this session, you confirm that you have read and understood the terms and risks detailed in our Disclaimer and Release of Liability Agreement: https://www.meetup.com/fitfamhongkong/pages/29134671/Disclaimer_and_Release_of_Liability_Agreement For any other question regarding our workouts and our community, please refer to the FAQs page: https://www.meetup.com/fitfamhongkong/pages/29134429/FitFam_FAQs *** FitFam is accessible to everyone. No equipment, no previous experience or wallet needed. See you on the field!

Lets’s enjoy the cool weather and read al fresco! We’ll get together at the park to read our books. This will be a silent reading session so feel free to bring whatever books you’re reading. You’ll find us under the trees after passing the L shaped building in Tamar Park - the exact location link will be shared on the day (you can also look for a yellow checkered picnic blanket). Bring something to sit on, snacks and your book. **Schedule** 10:00-10:15: Say hi and briefly share something about the books we are going to read 10:15-11:15: Silent reading time 11:15-11:30: After reading chat • If you're late, please quietly join the silent reading session first. We can catch up when the session's over. :D) • You can identify the group by spotting people with a book 📕 PS: If there's a last-minute change of venue due to unforeseen circumstances, the most updated information will be posted in the event's comment section. PS2 We’re introducing a new RSVP rule for our bookclub due to recent last minute cancellations: If you change your RSVP to "No" less than 24 hours before the event or do not show up on the day, you won’t be allowed to join the next one. Of course if you have a valid reason, DM me.

星期一至五都好忙？就襯住星期六來為心靈叉叉電吧！ **霎哈嘉瑜伽**是一種特殊而獨特的冥想技巧，可以幫助您以簡單的方式實現自我覺醒，實現與神聖一致的終極目標，實現持久的和平與幸福。 據創辦人Shri Mataji 錫呂‧瑪塔吉女仕分析，這個靜坐瑜珈能令人感受到深層的和諧感，讓思緒進入寧靜，安穩，但完全覺醒的狀態。 霎哈嘉瑜伽冥想 - 通往內心平靜，歡樂和啟蒙的門戶！ 透過參加【免費靜坐瑜珈班】，練習霎哈嘉瑜珈靜坐可以體驗： * 減少憂慮，壓力，情緒上的困擾 * 提高集中力，注意力，從而提高學習及工作能力 * 放棄負面，消極，甚至自毀的生活習慣，對戒菸酒人士有幫助 * 加強個人自信心，減低生活所產生的分歧和衝突 創辦人Shri Mataji從1970開始便到世界各地舉辦講座，教授靜坐瑜珈技巧，所有瑜珈班和講座均不收費。因為創辦人認為，實踐自覺是一種內在與生俱來的能力和權力，並不是、也不能用金錢或物質去購買，至今無數練習者已經分佈全球120多個國家。 2小時的初階班將會在輕鬆無拘束的氣氛中， 學習各種有關我們內在精微能量系統的知識， 各種清理平衡技巧，和享受集體靜坐引導。霎哈嘉瑜伽是以冥想靜坐為主，不是“運動”瑜伽，也不要求任何特殊靜坐姿勢，或特定的服裝， 穿什麼衣服都可以。現場我們會提供坐椅或坐墊。参加者帶一顆心即可。請帶一顆求真，求知和開放​​的心前來。 您亦會學習到如何在家中自行靜坐及保持平衡的技巧。這些技巧容易學習和實踐。每天只需開始冥想10到20分鐘即可感受到明顯差異。 初學者或已有靜坐習慣者，都歡迎前來學習這—套與其他冥想靜坐方式不同的霎哈嘉瑜伽靜坐法。中級進階班(逢星期四及星期六)則歡迎已參加過4次或以上初班並有意探索更深入入靜和深化冥想知識的人仕參加。 期待在課堂上見到大家。(公眾假期休息) 語言:粵語(Present in Cantonese) 即時 WhatsApp: 51808808 和香港霎哈嘉瑜伽聯絡一下 想了解更多霎哈嘉瑜伽信息、請訪問: [Facebook (非牟利機構)](https://www.facebook.com/SahajaYogaHongKong/) [官網](https://www.freemeditation.hk)

用公園內的原生植物及舍區的食材廚餘，製成天然染料。 藝術家會帶大家審視自己與社區、週邊環境的關係。 Using streets’ flower, fruit’s skin and wall’s weeds to make natural dyes. Also, artist brings us to think about the relationship between ourselves and community and environment. \*參加者將帶走一件DIY色彩衣物。 A dyeing shirt will be offered. **日期：2026年4月18日(星期六)** **時間：@4:30pm-7:00pm** **地點：舍區 (鰂魚涌海善里20號)** 集合時間及地點：@4:15-4:20pm @鰂魚涌港鐵站B出口,出閘後八達通查閱機旁等 /電聯 名額：4人 (同場另有男女公眾參與) 主辦單位：香港中文大學文化管理文學碩士課程 藝術家：赫立文 **Date: 18 April, 2026 (Saturday)** **Time: 4:30pm-7:00pm** **Address: Quarryside (20 Hoi Shin Lane, Quarry Bay)** Assemble: @4:15-4:20pm @Quarry Bay MTR station exit B where next to Octopus Enquiry Machines / by call Seat: 4 people limited (Other participants in event as well) Organization: Master of Arts in Cultural Management Program, CUHK Artist: Benjamin Hao MeetUp費：自由定價價值. 報名：按Attend-> 填寫1)聯絡電話號碼, 2)男/女, 3)你願意付出此次活動費用? -> 確認入選活動-> 繳費(入帳恆生銀行號碼: 359-366101-882 (NG Y\*\* S\*\*\*)/ FPS/PayMe: 97419423)-> 再以閣下電話whatsapp(97419423)以下資料: 1)MeetUp名字, 2)過帳通知書. MeetUp fee: Free pricing as you value. Join: Click ‘Attend’-> Write down your 1)Contact number, 2)Male/Female, 3)Fee that you would pay for this event?-> Get confirmation of being in the event-> Pay to Hang Seng Bank acc: 359-366101-882 (NG Y\*\* S\*\*\*)/ FPS/PayMe: 97419423-> Whatsapp 1)MeetUp name, 2)Payment notification \*\*\*a) Welcome foreigners. Please remark your language if you are foreigner. [歡迎外地本地人一同熱鬧.請外地人指明語言.] \*\*\*b) Participants are required to follow instruction of the venue. [參與者要遵守場地規則,違者則有可能被邀離開.] \*\*\*c) Late comer may be restricted to admit and continue in the activity. [主辦組織不作逾候,逾時者有可能不被參加,請預早抵達.] \*\*\*d) No refund or seat transfer after payment, unless is the cancellation of activity or by our group. [交費後若未能出席參與者,繳款不獲退回及轉讓.(除非活動取消而全數退款).] \*\*\*e) Photos taken by our group during activity will be blurred in our group as record and promotion. [活動如有拍照,本組將會朦化/馬賽克人物頭像,以作記錄和宣傳用途] \*\*\*f) When there are 3 No Show, we have the right to ban you out from our groups. [凡超過3次No Show者,本組有權將該組員移離本群組.]

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

**History** [Prairie Oaks Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/prairie-oaks/) sits along the Franklin and Madison County border, west of Columbus near areas like Hilliard and West Jefferson. The land was part of the broader push in the late 1990s and early 2000s to expand the Metro Parks system into the northwest and western quadrants of the county. Metro Parks began acquiring parcels for what would become Prairie Oaks during the millennium era, as part of a wave of new parks aimed at protecting natural features around Big Darby Creek. Much of the property had been altered by past uses, including farming and quarrying, which left behind pits that later became the Darby Bend Lakes. The park's creation reflected growing interest in preserving remnants of the Darby Plains ecosystem, one of Ohio's original prairie regions that had largely disappeared after European settlement. The park officially opened to the public in 2000, making it one of the newer additions to the Metro Parks lineup at the time. As the 12th park in the system, it joined others acquired around the turn of the century, like Glacier Ridge. Initial access focused on basic trails and the scenic Big Darby Creek, a State and National Scenic River that winds through the property. Restoration efforts kicked off soon after opening, with crews using seeds native to the Darby Plains to replant nearly 500 acres of tallgrass prairie and grasslands. These plantings aimed to revive the open oak savannas that once characterized the area before widespread agriculture in the 1800s. Over the first decade, Prairie Oaks grew in popularity for its mix of restored habitats and recreational features. The former quarry in the eastern section transformed into the Darby Bend Lakes area, where four connected lakes now offer boating, fishing, and a dedicated dog swim spot. Trails expanded to showcase the prairie blooms, especially in summer and fall when asters and goldenrods light up the fields. Partnerships with groups like The Nature Conservancy highlighted the park's role in protecting the Darby Creek watershed, often called one of the "Last Great Places" for its water quality and biodiversity. Visitors from around central Ohio started discovering it as a quieter alternative to busier spots closer in. Restoration work continued into the 2010s, including wet prairie projects on about 190 acres to enhance hydrology and native plant diversity. The park's size reached over 2,200 acres, incorporating more floodplain along Big Darby Creek for flood storage and wildlife habitat. Amenities like parking at Sycamore Plains and Darby Bend Lakes improved access, drawing hikers, kayakers, and birders. Events and programs began emphasizing the prairie theme, from guided walks on blooming seasons to educational talks about pre-settlement landscapes. These efforts helped solidify Prairie Oaks as a showcase for ecological recovery in the Metro Parks system. Today, Prairie Oaks stands out for blending restored prairie with creek-side adventure, just a short drive from the west side. Its history mirrors the Metro Parks' shift toward large-scale habitat restoration in the 21st century. The park continues to evolve with ongoing stewardship, protecting what remains of the Darby Plains while offering locals a place to experience tallgrass vistas and oak openings. Whether paddling the lakes or walking the trails, it's a reminder of how much the region has changed since settlement — and how intentional work can bring some of it back. **Map of the Park** Here is a [map of Prairie Oaks](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/POK_map_1980.jpg). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Coneflower, Alder, and Sycamore Plains Trails, and, depending on conditions, the Osage Opening and Tall Grass Trails, or Lake View, Mound, Darby Creek Greenway, and River Rock Trails around the lakes. Either way, we'll go around 4.5 to 5 miles. For the most part, this won't be a terribly strenuous hike; Prairie Oaks tends to be flat. However, some of the hike won't be shaded, so be prepared for the possibility of some sun. Parts of the trails may also be muddy or wet, so I recommend [hiking shoes](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D972KN3W) and a change of socks. **Where We'll Meet** * Enter the Park at the main entrance at 3225 NE Plain City-Georgesville Rd. If you put "Prairie Oaks Metro Parks" into your Google Maps, it should default to this main address (but double-check to be sure). * After you enter the Park, the first parking lot on your right is the Park Office. Keep driving past this lot. * Enter the second parking lot you come to (which is also on your right). There's a picnic area, playground, and latrine here. There's no water fountain, though, so I recommend you bring water of your own, at least for after the hike. * I've included a screen shot in the Photos, below, where I've circled in blue the main Park entrance as well as the picnic area we're meeting at. **After the Hike** After we're done surveying the prairie grasses, we'll head over to [Crooked Can Brewing](https://crookedcanohio.com/) for [drinks](https://www.crookedcanohio.com/beer) and [food](https://www.crookedcanohio.com/center-street-market). The brewery has an entire food court, and they have a large free parking lot next to the [Early Television Museum](https://www.earlytelevision.org/). The actual address of the brewery is [5354 Center St, Hilliard, OH 43026](https://www.google.com/maps/place/5354+Center+St,+Hilliard,+OH+43026/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883893f9ede6d5fb:0xbecf42d7055d9006?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.

Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus 🌍 Over 52% of the world soil is degraded and scientists warn we may have only a few decades of fertile soil left. As Sadhguru shares, soil is a living system—and when it degrades, our food, health, and future are at risk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyT-6qiubd0 🚶‍♂️🌎This Earth Day, Join the Walk for Children-2026 SaveSoil 5K Walkathon here in Columbus and help raise awareness about soil for the future of our children! Every step you take helps: ✔️ 1. Raise awareness in your communities about protecting and restoring soil. ✔️ 2. Supports sustainable food systems. ✔️ 3. Helps secure our children’s future. 📅 Date: April 26, 2026 📍 Location: Scioto Audubon Metro Park Check-in address 400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215 ⏰ Time: 8:30 a.m. check-in event starts at 9:30 a.m. 👉 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-for-children-2026-save-soil-walkathon-in-columbus-registration-1986596534713?aff=oddtdtcreator 👉🏼Free and Open to All. Share this message and bring your neighbours, friends & family along to celebrate our planet! Let’s make it happen!

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."