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Disco Night at The Old Mill
**DISCO Night at The Old Mill**
Saturday May 16th . $20.00 cover
7.30pm -12.30
The Old Mill
21 Old Mill Rd.
Join us for a fun night of Disco music and dancing. Andrew Davids will be playing all your favorite tunes from that era. Don’t miss out on this chance to mix and mingle with other singles in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Get ready for a night to sparkle and shine at this night to remember!
Call 416- 236-8222 or [www.singlesparties.com](http://www.singlesparties.com) for more info.
The Police tribute at Rockpile
join us the Rockpile for Police Tribute Band. Cost ix 23$ at the door or at the following link .
https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/message-in-a-bottle-rockpile-rock-bar-tickets/14773133
Saturday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner Party and Disco Band After)
Hello everyone,
**\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\***
Please join me and my other groups for a fantastic spring afternoon involving a leisure nature and beautiful neighbourhood walk
\- Include trails\, parks\, cafes\, ice breakers\, washroom breaks and beautiful sties to see
-Our great event will continue as we hit a fabulous location for dinner, beverages and conversation (optional)
-Stick around after dinner for live disco band 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
**3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 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:**
**Saturday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner Party and Disco Band After)**
-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 and Neighbourhood Walk:**
\*Stick around after the walk for a fun Saturay evening gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages, Mingling and Live Disco Band.
**Event Fee:**
10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included)
or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com
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**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
**Date:** Saturday May 16th
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
**3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)**
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***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :)
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Saturday Night with Friends! (Dinner Party, Live Band and Dancing) (Disco Band)
Good day everyone,
Please join us for a great evening as we mix, mingle, make new friends, dinner party and dance the night away with a fabulous Disco Band!
\*Joined by my other social groups too; so we can anticipate a fabulous turn out with lots of friendly peers to enjoy dinner and the game
**\*Meet us inside Smoke Show between 6:00 pm and 8:00 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 7:30 pm (as I can't promise seating after that)-Thank you!
(Event Details Below)
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host )
Event Details:
**Saturday Night with Friends! (Dinner Party, Live Band and Dancing) (Disco Band) (at Smoke Show)**
-A fun, interactive, event with friends, food, reserved seating, Live Band and Dancing!
-Pool Table available
-Plenty of parking all around the venue and very close to Mt. Pleasant Station
**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/)
(One Beverage or Appetizer Minimum please)
**-Arrive any time between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm inside the restaurant (ask or look for Steve/Organizer when you arrive)**
\*If arriving after 8:00 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!
(1 minute walk from the new Mt. Pleasant & Eglinton station)
CANOE TRIP 1/26 McCRAE LAKE, VICTORIA DAY, SAT. MAY 16- MON. MAY 18
One of our favourite locations for our first trip of 2026, McCrae Lake is in in the south, and will have warmer weather than the more northern lakes.
This is an easy trip, good for novice paddlers, to test your new kit, or get back into shape.
McCrae Lake is a large lake divided into several bays, on crown land, close to Toronto. The water quality is excellent, and there is good fishing. The backcountry campsites are large, quiet, have a steel grill and thunder box, and are free.
More information on McCrae Lake:
[https://www.ontario.ca/page/mccrae-lake-conservation-reserve-management-statement](https://www.ontario.ca/page/mccrae-lake-conservation-reserve-management-statement)
The water may be warm enough to swim, and the bugs will not be out yet.
Fun activities include hiking on wilderness trails, paddling up and down rapids, swimming with rattle snakes, diving off of cliffs into the lake, and dragging out the bodies of people who tried to do all of those things.
Watch for the Five-Lined Skink.
Or, you can relax in a hammock.
McCrae Lake is very popular. We may have to wait for room in the parking lot, and empty campsites.
**If anyone in our group can go into McCrae Lake on Thursday or Friday to secure a campsite, it would be appreciated.**
Arrive early Sat. AM. to get a parking spot or after 3:00 PM when day hikers go home.
We are not required to go home on Monday night. You can continue to camp for as long as you wish.
Carpooling is recommended to reduce the number of parking spaces required.
Most areas of the lake have cell service sufficient for text messages and data.
One portage, 150 metres, well used trail, over a high granite ridge.
Paddle distance: 5 km.
Canoe rentals should be available if you reserve one in advance:
Swift Canoe Georgian Bay
[https://swiftoutside.com/georgian-bay/](https://swiftoutside.com/georgian-bay/)
Wawautosa Marina [https://www.wawautosa.ca/](https://www.wawautosa.ca/)
Driving Distance:
From Hwy 7 and Hwy 400, Vaughan Metropolitan Center:
142 km., 1 hour 30 mins.
**ACTUAL LOCATION:**
**McCrae Lake Parking Lot Muskoka District Municipality, ON**
**44.92206400775243, -79.7772977860336**
**Please fill in the Spread Sheet below:**
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1V1iupkEzye3zj5O8Sagri1FZyVLGOeM1EDy4ZkgcABo/edit?usp=sharing
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Mediterranean Escape! Amalfi Coast-Sicily-Croatia-Venice-Corfu-Rome-Montenegro
Picture above - the Amalfi Coast - Italy
**MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE! AMALFI COAST -ROME-VENICE-CROATIA - SLOVENIA -SICILY-MONTENEGRO- GREECE**
**BE IN AWE! WITH THIS INCREDIBLE ITINERARY!**
**5 DAYS PRE BOXING DAY**
**Thursday Dec 11 - Tuesday 15 ONLY**
**SAVE $250.00 off your Cabin**
**2 for 1 AIR**
**FREE AT SEA DRINK PACKAGE\* SPECIALITY DINING\*FREE WIFI FREE $50.00 U.S. EXCURSION PACKAGE PER PORT**
**SOLO CABINS AVAILABLE!**
TRAVEL BEFORE THE BUSY SEASON AND THE EXTREME HEAT!
**BEST PRICE ALERT - THIS INCREDIBLE CRUISE INCLUDING AIR IS UNDER $3000.00 FOR INSIDE CABIN DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND RETURN AIR FROM ITALY! ONLY $2,903.84**
See full information below and call me and LETS ESCAPE together!
(905) 471 7843 OR traveltheworldhorizons@gmail.com
**THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER PORTS IN THE MEDITERRANEAN!**
No roommate yet - hold your Cabin until we find one for you.
Fly in two days early and explore ROME ITALY - Stay 2 days post cruise in VENICE with a Group Hotel
If you are new to the group or have just been waiting for the right trip - give me a call at (905) 471 7843 and lets talk. You will meet new friend! Step out of your comfort zone and have an amazing cruise to look forward to.
PRICING
INSIDE CABIN $1146.05 + Port $409.78 + Tax $294.20
TOTAL =$1,850.03
2 Perks
OCEAN VIEW $1,678,41 + Port $409.78+ Tax $294.20 =$2382.39
4 Perks
BALCONY $2969.39 + Port $409.78 + Tax $294.20 =$3673.33
4 Perks
SOLO CABINS - YES I HAVE A FEW!
Inside Cabin including Port and Taxes - $3405.80
Ocean View Cabin including Port and Taxes $3897.98
Call me at (905) 471 7843! LETS ESCAPE!!
See details below!
Croatia and Sicily are one of the hottest destinations for 2026
Join two nights before the cruise (Optional) to enjoy the incredible city of Venice ! I will have group hotel. If you have not been to Venice this is the time to visit - if you have been - I know you want to go back!
We are on the Norwegian Gem
Final Payment January 17 2026
Package A Perks
Beverage or Soda Package \*
Premium Beverage Package\*
Ultimate Specialty Dining Package - 1 Dinner \*
$50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin
Internet Package - 150 Minutes per Person
Or
Package B Perks
$100.00 US On Board Credit per cabin
$50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin
Internet Package - 150.00 minutes per person
10 Professional Photo Package per Cabin
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING ITINERARY - YOU WILL SEE SO MUCH!!!
**PORTS OF CALL**
**ROME** \- May 17 2026 Board 4:00pm
**AMALFI COAST (Salerno)** May 18 2026 7:00am to 6:00pm
**CANTANIA SICILY** May 19 2026 7:00am to 4:00pm
**CORFU GREECE** May 20 2026 10:00am to 7:30pm
**KOTOR MONTENGERO** May 21 2026 8:00am to 6:00pm
**SPLIT CROATIA** May 22 2026 7:00am to 5:00pm
**KOPER SLOVENIA** May 23 2026 8:00am to 7:00pm
**VENICE (RAVENNA)** May 24 6:00am
**FLIGHT**
$1053.81 includes all taxes and fees.
Toronto to Rome
Venice to Toronto
NOTE You can fly up to 2 days pre and or post - Once you make payment for your flight on January 17 no changes can be made to your flight schedule. You will receive your flight 30 + days before the cruise, probably before that. Norwegian is now offering specialized bookings through their air department - ask me for details.
I need
Credit Card Expiry and 3 Digit Code
Name as it appears on your Passport
Mailing Address
Phone Number
Date of Birth
All Information is private and not shared
INSURANCE IS Necessary - I will speak to you personally
Hope you can join us for this incredible vacation
\* 20 Gratuity on Dining and Beverage Package
Staff Gratuity not included
CANCELLATION:POLICY
120 Days Prior - No Penalty
119 to 106 Days - 25% Penalty
105 to 91 Days -50% Penalty
90-61 Days -75% Penalty
60 Days or less 100% Penalty.
BOOKING
Call me at (905) 471 7843 or email me at [leeann.jensen@sympatico.ca](mailto:leeann.jensen@sympatico.ca)
\*20% Gratuity on Beverage Packages and Dining
Staff Gratuity not included Please make sure you are full insured - ask me for details.
CRUISE FIRST CERTIFICATE - Deposit $250.00 Canadian and Norwegian will match your deposit with $250.00 FREE $$$$ Total deposit $500.00!!!! If you cancel the cruise the full $500.00 will go back to your Norwegian Latitude Account for another cruise booking. You keep the free money and there is no expiry date. The deposit does not go back to your credit card.
You need a Passport with minimum 6 months remaining from date of arrival.Prices/itinerary can change any time.
Travel Agency Nexion 380 Wellington St Tower B 6th Floor London #67927204 (519) 660 6966
LeeAnn (905) 471 7843
THE BELLE'S STRATAGEM | sparkling comedy | Fairview Library Theatre $27 all fees
Join us for **The Belle's Stratagem**, a sparkling comedy of manners where wit, romance and clever disguises collide in a battle of the sexes set in 18th-century London.. The play will be presented by Stage Centre Productions at the Fairview Library Theatre in North York.
***You can purchase discount ticket(s) to attend with our group or any available performance.***
**THE PLAY:** In this Restoration comedy, Letitia Hardy is madly in love with her betrothed, but he seems disinterested in her. Desiring to marry a man who adores her equally, she plans a bold deception to win his heart.
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**TICKETS**
**Discount Tickets:** $27 (includes HST and meetup fee)
**Regular Tickets:** $35 adults, $30 for students / seniors 60+ (includes HST)
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**HOW TO PURCHASE**
Sign up on this event page and use the promo code Thup25 to get your discount tickets. You can book **[online](https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=scp)** or by calling the box office at (416) 299-5557. If leaving a voice mail, include your name, phone number, show name and date/time of the performance. You can also send an e-mail to scptickets@gmail.com.
***You do not have to attend with our group. You may use our promo code Thup25 to purchase discount tickets for any available performance.***
Please note the box office may be slow to return your call or email because it's run by volunteers. Be patient. You will eventually receive a response.
Members are responsible for purchasing their own tickets directly from the theatre.
**Seating Arrangements:** Seating is reserved so members will get together before, during and after the show. Belinda will be seated in B13.
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**OVERVIEW**
**When:** Saturday, May 16, 2026
**Time:** Play starts at 8 p.m. Meet Belinda at 7:30 p.m.
**Where:** Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall Drive, North York, Ontario (near Don Mills station on the Sheppard subway line)
**Runtime:** About 2 hour, 15 minutes (includes intermission)
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**MEETUP ARRANGEMENTS**
Meet Belinda at 7:30 p.m. beside the box office inside the lobby. She is very short and will be wearing a bright pink hat and pink eyeglass frames. Cell # (416) 879-7575 for use on day/time of performance ONLY.
**Parking:** There is free parking in the lot beside the theatre.
The "Low-Down & High-Up" Boyne Valley Trek
## Details
Get ready, team. This Saturday, we’re taking you low before we get you high. We’re diving deep into the Boyne Valley watershed, weaving through the forest, and eventually conquering the **512-meter lookout** for a 360-degree vista that’ll make your Instagram followers weep with envy.
You don’t want to miss this—unless you have a personal vendetta against fresh air and spectacular views.
**📍 The Game Plan**
* **The Rendezvous:** Meet at the **Subway** sandwich store at Hwy 10 & Hwy 89.
* **The Time:** **9:45 AM sharp.** (That’s "9:45" in human time, not "9:45ish" in hiker time).
* **The Logistics:** With gas prices being what they are, please carpool—or ensure your Tesla is topped up with enough electrons to get us there and back.
* **Pro Tip:** This is your golden opportunity for a "civilized" bathroom break and a caffeine infusion before we vanish into the woods.
* **Distance options:** 9 km (The Appetizer) or 13 km (The Main Course). We’re ranking this a Level 2.5 effort and 5.0 views, enough to justify that post-hike snack."
**🚗 Parking Tetris**
Depending on our numbers, we’ll drive two minutes north to the **Lilliputian parking lot**. If we show up looking like a motorcade, we’ll leave a few sacrificial cars at the Subway lot to keep things manageable.
**🗺️ Don't Get Lost (It's Embarrassing)**
For the directionally challenged, use these for pinpoint accuracy:
* **Google Plus Code:** [3VR6+6F Mono, Ontario](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.google.com/maps/search/3VR6%252B6F%2BMono,%2BOntario)
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* [https://www.google.com/maps/place/44%C2%B005'25.9%22N+80%C2%B008'19.9%22W/@44.0905428,-80.141042,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.0905393!4d-80.1388477](https://www.google.com/maps/place/44%C2%B005'25.9%22N+80%C2%B008'19.9%22W/@44.0905428,-80.141042,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.0905393!4d-80.1388477)
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* **What3Words:** [///lettering.governors.slams](https://what3words.com/lettering.governors.slams)
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**🎒 The "Must-Haves"**
Please bring **water and snacks**. You’re all big girls and boys now; I shouldn't have to remind you that dehydration isn't a personality trait.
**One last thing:** People ask if we’re climbing mountains or just "hill-areas." Honestly? It’s going to be **hill-arious** until we hit the incline—then it’s just business.
See you on the trail.
Gadi
Certified Hike Leader
In Good Company – Saturday Walk & Coffee (Rosedale → Brick Works)
A simple way to meet new people and spend a relaxed Saturday morning outdoors.
This is a new, small meetup series — first walks are now starting.
We’ll meet just outside the main entrance of Rosedale Subway Station at street level (I’ll be standing near the exit and easy to spot), and walk through Rosedale onto the ravine trails toward Evergreen Brick Works, finishing with coffee and conversation.
The format is simple — just a walk, fresh air, and easy conversation.
Most people come on their own, so you’ll likely not be the only new face.
It’s a smaller group by design, which makes it easier to talk and connect without it feeling overwhelming.
Conversations can stay light or go a bit deeper depending on what feels natural — there’s no agenda or structure.
**Timing**
• Meet: 11:00–11:15am at Rosedale Station
• Walk: \~40 minutes at an easy pace
• Coffee: around midday at Brick Works
You’re welcome to join for the full walk or meet us at the café.
If you’re running late, feel free to join us along the route or meet at the café.
If it’s raining heavily, we’ll skip the walk and meet directly at Brick Works instead - the Pop-up Cafe inside the Young Centre at Brick Works. In case it rains, I will update this invite on the morning of the event day.
I’ll be there to welcome everyone and keep things relaxed and easy.
Looking forward to meeting you.
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Fort Wayne Dynamic Zoom Dating For Singles
**✨ Private Online Speed Dating for Fort Wayne Singles on Zoom — All from Your Couch**
Throughout the event, you'll engage in hosted video chat rounds with compatible Fort Wayne singles sorted by age and personality, with a real host running the session throughout.
Prior to the event, you fill in a quick matching survey — those details are used to connect you with Fort Wayne singles who fit your profile, meaning your rounds are curated and not random.
After the final round, mutual match details are distributed — with no one-sided reach-outs ever happening — and you take over from there entirely.
**Register via your age group:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fort%20Wayne&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=18-32&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fort%20Wayne&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=30-46&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fort%20Wayne&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=40-58&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fort%20Wayne&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=55+&face_v=4.0)
**⚠️ Your seat is not locked yet:** Rsvping here does not hold your place in the event, so follow the link for your age group, sign up, and complete the personality matching questionnaire — numbers are intentionally limited so register early, and your place is confirmed only once you have done both.
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**This is for you if:**
- Daters living in Fort Wayne wanting to escape dating apps that go nowhere and are ready for something that feels natural.
- Anyone across Fort Wayne wanting to escape swiping left and right with no results and prefer meeting people in person first.
- Daters across Fort Wayne who no longer want endless scrolling and zero real dates and are ready for something genuine instead.
- First-timers in the Fort Wayne area wanting to escape endless scrolling and zero real dates and want actual face-to-face conversation.
**How it works**
1. **Find your age group** – by using the link for your bracket above, then take the personality survey, as without this your RSVP holds nothing.
2. **Jump on Zoom** – by clicking into the session at the scheduled start, works anywhere with a camera and internet, and a friendly host manages everything once you are on.
3. **Enjoy the rounds** – private video rounds with Fort Wayne area singles in your age range, with a host keeping rounds moving at a comfortable pace, because no round here is random — everyone was selected.
4. **Receive match results** – after the event you will receive any mutual match details, and only confirmed mutual matches receive each other's contact details, and you follow up at your own speed from there.
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✨ Fort Wayne singles worth meeting are in this event — pick your age group and sign up and we will take care of the matching this time. Your matches are waiting to be found. 🌻 ✨
Columbus Singles Mixer | Bodega Night Out | May 16th, 6–8PM
Meet new people and mix it up with other singles for a fun night out with great vibes and good times.
Looking to meet new people in a fun, relaxed, and elevated setting?
Join us for a **Columbus Singles Mixer at Bodega** — the perfect way to connect, flirt, and spark something new without the pressure of traditional dating apps.
Whether you're newly single, tired of swiping, or just open to meeting quality people… this is your vibe.
### 💫 What to Expect:
* A curated group of singles (Ages 30/40/50's)
* Icebreakers + conversation prompts (no awkwardness)
* Music, great energy, and a stylish venue
* A welcoming, social atmosphere to mix and mingle
* Optional guided connection moments to help you actually meet people
### 🍸 The Experience:
This isn’t speed dating.
This is a **social, organic mixer** designed for real conversations, chemistry, and connection.
Come solo or bring a friend — either way, you’ll leave having met new people.
### 🎁 Perks:
* Giveaways + fun surprises throughout the night
* Exclusive invites to future LUV TALK events
### ⏰ Event Details:
📍 Location: Bodega, Columbus
📅 Date: SATURDAY, May 16th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
👥 Ages: 30/40/50's
### ⚠️ Important Notes:
* Limited spots to keep the experience intimate
* Balanced ratio of men and women
* Tickets must be purchased in advance
### 💌 Ready to Join Us?
Spots will go fast — secure yours now.
Have questions?
DM us on Instagram @myluvtalk
Women’s Night Out: Boots, Bites & Good Vibes
Who’s up for a fun night out?
Get your boots on, grab your cowboy hat, and let’s have some fun!
Thinking about checking out PBR Cowboy Bar & Smokehouse for a lively evening to unwind, connect, and enjoy the night together.
• Lively atmosphere with country vibes
• Delicious food + drinks
• Music, dancing, and lots of laughs
• Great conversation and new connections
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.
Brunch Social at 17 Arrows Kitchen & Bar
Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable brunch at 17 Arrows Kitchen and Bar!
This is a great opportunity to meet new people, enjoy good food, and ease into the weekend with great conversation. Whether you’re new to the group or it’s your first event, you’ll feel right at home.
Columbus Ski Club Happy Hour on third Wednesday
Please join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month to learn more about the Columbus Ski Club and what we have to offer. Pizza, wings and a variety of appetizers provided. We are a non-profit organization founded in 1958 with over 800 members. The club has grown beyond the single mission of providing members with not only quality skiing events but also year round social and sport activities. Our gatherings are an opportunity for members and non-members to interact and learn about the many activities offered such as euchre, billiards, volleyball, pickleball, tennis, bowling, golf & softball leagues along with ski and non-ski trips. Our members also plan group activities such as visits to wine tastings, bike trips, comedy clubs, concerts, plays and local sports games, etc.
CSC membership is not required to belong to the Meetup group. Membership is required in order to participate in most club activities (CSC member). However, anyone (21 and over) is welcome at our meeting gatherings which consist of checking out our current activities and socializing. The annual dues for club membership are $35 with the membership year from September 1st – August 31st.
[https://www.columbusskiclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=60&club_id=686961](https://www.columbusskiclub.org/content.aspx?page_id=60&club_id=686961)


















