Spirits and Liquors

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**En español abajo** **In Studio \| Join Online** **What to Expect** This session focuses on relieving tension and building strength in the neck and lower back — two areas where many of us hold stress and discomfort. We’ll guide you through: • Gentle mobility work to release stiffness • Targeted strengthening exercises to support posture and stability • Functional movements to build resilience and prevent recurring pain • A supportive, light-hearted group environment where we move and grow together This is not a meditation session — it’s guided movement designed to help you feel better in your body long-term. **Who It’s For** All levels are welcome. Whether you sit at a desk all day, experience recurring back tension, or simply want to move more confidently, you’ll be supported and coached throughout. **What to Bring** • Comfortable clothes you can move in • A water bottle • A yoga mat • Joyful mindset 🙌🏼 **Location** In Studio (Barcelona) - our central location at: Carrer de les Jonqueres 8, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can begin on time. If online: You’ll receive a link after signing up. Make sure you have a small clear space to move around comfortably within. **Booking** Reserve your spot here: [https://www.revive-thrive.eu/group-training](https://www.revive-thrive.eu/group-training) Use code STUDIO50 to receive 50% off your first In Studio class. Use code ONLINE30 to receive 30% off your first Online class. Spaces are limited to keep sessions focused and supportive, so we recommend booking in advance. *** **Sesión de Sanación de Cuello y Zona Lumbar** **En Estudio \(Barcelona\) \| Únete Online** **Qué Puedes Esperar** Esta sesión se centra en aliviar la tensión y fortalecer el cuello y la zona lumbar — dos áreas donde muchas personas acumulamos estrés y molestias. Te guiaremos a través de: • Movilidad suave para liberar rigidez • Ejercicios de fortalecimiento específicos para mejorar la postura y la estabilidad • Movimientos funcionales para desarrollar resiliencia y prevenir dolores recurrentes • Un entorno grupal cercano, ligero y de apoyo donde nos retamos y crecemos juntos Esta no es una sesión de meditación — es movimiento guiado diseñado para ayudarte a sentirte mejor en tu cuerpo a largo plazo. **Para Quién Es** Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. Tanto si pasas muchas horas sentado/a, si sufres tensión recurrente en la espalda, o simplemente quieres moverte con más confianza, recibirás acompañamiento y guía durante toda la sesión. **Qué Traer** • Ropa cómoda para moverte • Una botella de agua • Una esterilla (si tienes — si no, disponemos de esterillas para prestar) • Una mente abierta **Ubicación** En Estudio (Barcelona): Carrer de les Jonqueres 8, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona Por favor, llega 10 minutos antes para poder comenzar puntualmente. Únete Online: Recibirás el enlace después de reservar. Asegúrate de tener un pequeño espacio despejado para moverte con comodidad. **Reservas** Reserva tu plaza aquí: [https://www.revive-thrive.eu/group-training](https://www.revive-thrive.eu/group-training) Utiliza el código STUDIO50 para obtener un 50% de descuento en tu primera clase en estudio. Utiliza el código ONLINE30 para obtener un 30% de descuento en tu primera clase online. Las plazas son limitadas para mantener sesiones enfocadas y de apoyo, por lo que recomendamos reservar con antelación.

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Nuestra nueva web: [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona) 🤩❤️🍹\*\*¿CUÁL ES TU BANDA DE ROCK O POP FAVORITA?\*\* ¿Y SI NOS BAJAMOS UN CONCIERTO DEL YOUTUBE Y **QUEDAMOS PARA VERLO EN GRUPO Y BAILAR EN UN ESPACIO PRIVADO CON LUCES, PARQUET Y TELE**? **MÚSICA QUE NOS GUSTA Y GANAS DE BAILAR**, ¿QUÉ MEJOR MANERA DE HACER NUEVAS AMISTADES SINGLES BARCELONA? **VAMOS HACIENDO GRUPITOS-CHAT WHATSAPP POR BANDA**. PROPÓN LA TUYA PARA IR ENCONTRANDO GENTE QUE LE GUSTA LA MISMA MÚSICA QUE A TI Y COORDINARNOS. LISTA DE GRUPOS PROPUESTOS HASTA EL MOMENTO: \- THE WARNING 1 PERSONA \- MANESKIN 1 PERSONA MÍNIMO TENEMOS QUE SER 10 PERSONAS. **WHATSAPP 630 467 646.** [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona)

Nuestra nueva web: [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona) 🤩❤️🍹NEW SUBGRUP PARA IR AL NUEVO TARDEO EN LUZ DE GAS. DESPUÉS DE LA RENOVACIÓN DE LA SALA, LUZ DE GAS VUELVE MÁS FUERTE QUE NUNCA. NUEVO TARDEO LUZ con los mejores hits y bombazos por lo que por el tipo de música pensamos que el rango medio de edad estará situado entre 30 y 45 años. Y lo que vamos a hacer es ir en grupo a comprobarlo y pasarlo en grande mientras hacemos nuevas amistades singles. Nuevos amigos y amigas con los que compartimos la pasión por bailar y reir. PARA LA COORDINACIÓN VAMOS A UTILIZAR LAS SIGUIENTES HERRAMIENTRAS: \- Chat Pro "GEN\. Y" que puedes encontrar dentro de nuestra nueva web [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona) y habilitaremos el típico chat whatsapp para facilitar el encuentro. Pide ser agregado a través del chat pro. NOS PONEMOS DE ACUERDO POR EL CHAT PRO GEN. Y. ACTIVAREMOS GRUPO WHATSAPP PARA FACILITAR ENCONTRARNOS TODOS Y TODAS. PIDE ACCESO EN EL CHAT PRO. NOS VAMOS A BAILAR EL SÁBADO POR LA TARDE ¿TE APUNTAS?. ESTE SUBGRUPO SE ORGANIZA A TRAVÉS DEL CHAT PRO "GEN. Y" DENTRO DE LA PLATAFORMA PATREON SINGLES BARCELONA. COLABORA, PARTICIPA Y EMPUJA. CREA ACTIVIDAD SOCIAL. COGE LA PALA. [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona) Esta salida debe planificarse con mucha antelación para que te podamos informar del **link donde vas a poder sacar una entrada gratis.** Si te apuntas en el último momento no vas a poder venir esta semana pero podrás ir planificando para siguientes ocasiones. Gracias.

To confirm your spot, please send me a message on WhatsApp after booking https://wa.me/34678974165 Class price: €10 Join me for a journey through the chakras ✨ A breath-centered class to create spaciousness and move with grace. Are you interested in practicing yoga on the beach? Practicing yoga by the sea will allow us to use Mother Nature’s meditation cues: the rhythmic flow of waves crashing, the sound of wind blowing by, and even the smell of saltwater will help you relax, focus and completely clear your mind. Yoga is a practice that helps us bring about balance to our mind, body and soul. Each class is designed to promote health, fitness, meditation, concentration and peace of mind. If you're ready to practice then I'm ready to teach you. A typical class involves: Pranayama ( breathing exercises ) Short meditation Warm up Yoga asanas Deep Relaxation I have been teaching yoga for four years and nothing gives me more pleasure than meeting like-minded people through yoga. I am certified yoga teacher in : ♡ Vinyasa yoga ♡ Yin yoga ♡ Meditation ♡ Ayurveda yoga ♡ Trauma informed yoga ♡ Yoga nidra All levels are welcome as each class will be guided in a way that everyone can understand and follow along to. Class price €10 👉 All classes will be kept to a small group this is to ensure your safety and mine. 💫 Please reserve your spot before coming and be mindful that if you book you should show up, if not please just unmark yourself. Thank you 💫 I look forward to meeting and connecting with you 🙏 If you would like to talk or ask any questions please send me a message. Paula If you'd like to know more about me and my work I'm on Instagram as @under_the_elements_yoga.

​Buy here: https://luma.com/ayla.dancefloor.vol2 **We’re back. And this time, we’re taking it to the next level. 🔥** ​After the incredible energy of our first edition, the **Exclusive Coffee Rave Party** returns to Barcelona with **AYLA 2.0**. ​If you were with us in April, you know exactly what this is about. If you missed out, get ready to dive into a unique concept where coffee culture, electronic music, and an exclusive community meet on the dance floor. **🎶 Electronic Music** ​​Afro Latin House - Tribal Rhythms Where diverse musical cultures blend into a single, immersive universe of sound. https://youtu.be/eSsWWXDsDrw **⏱ Schedule** ​​11:00 — Doors & coffee ​​11:00 — Warm up ​13:00 — Main DJ ​​**14:50 — The Last Dance (The Crowd Takes Control)** ​15:00 — Closing **🎟 Limited capacity** ​250 guests, secure your spot before the next ticket tier. The circle is closing. Don't miss the second Eclipse. ​​**✨ Early arrival** ​​First 30 guests receive an AYLA gift. By purchasing your ticket, you automatically accept AYLA's Terms and Conditions. You can read the full legal document on our website: [https://ayladancefloor.com/legal-notice-terms/](https://ayladancefloor.com/legal-notice-terms/?utm_source=luma)

**Domingo 24 de Mayo, de 16.00 a 20.00** Casa Bhúo, Carrer del Taulat 71, bajo 1 Barcelona Para confirmar tu participación, escríbeme al número +34 656 737 190. **No se aceptan inscripciones hechas solo a través de Meetup.** **Taller de constelaciones familiares del Espíritu: Rendirse al amor.** ¿Tienes una temática que sientes que te está bloqueando en la vida? ¿Un dolor que se ha vuelto crónico? ¿Dificultades en tus relaciones o en el trabajo? ¿Estás atravesando un desafío en tu salud? **Quizás la solución sea más amorosa de lo que crees.** Desde la mirada de las Constelaciones Familiares del Espíritu, el camino de la sanación pasa por mirar con amor aquello que nos duele, lo difícil, aquello que no nos atrevemos a mirar. A veces, por desconocimiento, existen dinámicas ocultas en el inconsciente que están reteniendo nuestra vida y que solo necesitan ser vistas e integradas. La solución pasa por un camino de rendición al amor. Un camino de reconciliación e integración. Instintivamente, tendemos a apartar la mirada de aquello que nos duele, pero nuestra alma necesita mirar allí para poder avanzar. Si sientes que hay temas que no logras solucionar por ti mismo, o que ya has trabajado en distintas terapias pero siguen afectándote, este taller es para ti. Juntos podremos mirar aquello que tu alma está queriendo mostrarte para orientarte hacia una solución. Te espero el sábado, con mucho cariño. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ Podrás participar de dos maneras: * **Constelando tu propio tema personal.** * **Participando como representante.** * **Precio: 60 € para constelar tu tema** **20 € para representantes** **Descuentos :** Si traes a alguien al taller: \- Recibes **10 € de descuento** por cada persona que viene a constelar. \- Recibes **5 € de descuento** por cada persona que venga como representante. Los descuentos son acumulables, cuantas más personas traigas, mayor será tu descuento. 🌐 Comunidad y contacto Si quieres seguir conectada a estos espacios: ✨ Sígueme en Instagram: @rendirse_al_amor ✨ Únete a mi otro grupo de Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/constelaciones-familiares-del-espiritu-rendirse-al-amor ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ Facilita Valentina Bergomi Tancredi Valentina Bergomi Tancredi es consteladora familiar del espíritu y terapeuta energética, especializada en la remoción de bloqueos emocionales, ya sean propios, ancestrales, de otras vidas o relacionados con la presencia de entidades. Su recorrido vital y formativo atraviesa diversas dimensiones del arte y del autoconocimiento. Pianista y maestra de piano y de conciencia corporal, se ha formado como Master Avatar autorizada, una vía de desarrollo personal y espiritual centrada en la exploración de las matrices internas de la conciencia. Consteladora familiar del espíritu, caminante del Camino Rojo bajo la guía del maestro nahual Tata Kachora, su experiencia ha sido profundamente nutrida por encuentros con chamanes de la selva amazónica y el trabajo con plantas maestras como la Madre Ayahuasca. Actualmente continúa su proceso formativo en La Esencia del Tacto con MuditoSan, profundizando en la presencia meditativa y el encuentro con el otro a través del cuerpo. Su trabajo también se inspira en el Código de la Emoción del Dr. Bradley Nelson.

Let’s go together to Liquicity Barcelona 2026 and enjoy the music as a group. We’ll arrange a meetup point before the event and go in together. Join our WhatsApp Community (Join to Festival/Concerts for the Drum N Bass event) : https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ec8sTYuLB8LDP864K5EB9J Everyone buys their own ticket. See you there 🎵⚡

Hola Barcelona! Come join us in playing the underrated game of Roundnet! What is Roundnet? Well, it's like volleyball... but different! Come see us at Bogatell Beach at 18:00 to play Spikeball. If you've never played, don't worry; your level does NOT matter. I encourage tidying up the area after our playtime. [🍃](https://emojipedia.org/leaf-fluttering-in-wind/) The point is to come meet people, swim, laugh and enjoy playing a new game! I would love to see this group continue growing to hold more meetups and host bigger tournaments! Also, we go for pizza or drinks after the games. 🍕 Message me if you want the exact location on the group chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/F2kgPp3IGVo5DAZJUfyQSf?mode=gi_t

Enjoy a live jazz concert while you eat or have a drink. The best way to end the week! Free entrance but you are welcome to tip the band! En Ocaña tenemos jazz en directo todos los domingos! La mejor forma de terminar la semana. La entrada es libre y a taquilla inversa! A Ocaña tenim jazz en directe tots els diumenges! La millor forma de tancar la setmana. Entrada lliure amb taquilla inversa.

Follow us: [📸 ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnfriendslang/)\*\*[@bcnfriendslang ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnfriendslang/)\*\**Debajo en español / Below in spanish* Step into an enchanting evening full of mystery, intuition, and hidden meanings on **Sunday, May 24th** at the magical Alice Secret Garden. Join us at **20:00h** in this unique and intimate setting, where candles, nature, and a touch of the unknown create the perfect atmosphere for a truly special experience. 🌿 **What awaits you?** We’ll begin the night with a **captivating 30-minute talk** exploring the **origins of tarot**, its symbolism, and some fascinating curiosities that will open your mind to this ancient practice. 🔮 After the talk, you’ll have the **opportunity to dive deeper**: * Enjoy a **private tarot reading** with our foreteller (available for a small extra fee) * Discover insights, guidance, or simply experience the magic of the cards in a personal way 🎟️ **Tickets on Eventbrite:** https://www.eventbrite.es/e/mystery-tarot-night-at-the-garden-tickets-1988555533130?aff=oddtdtcreator You’ll find **two options**: * Entry to the **talk only** * Entry to the **talk + private tarot reading** Whether you're curious, skeptical, or already a believer, this evening is designed to intrigue, inspire, and connect you with something beyond the ordinary. ✨ Let the cards reveal their secrets… are you ready to listen? **Liability Disclaimer** By attending this event, participants acknowledge that they do so voluntarily and at their own risk. The organizers, hosts, and venue assume no responsibility or liability for any injury, loss, damage, theft, or other incident that may occur before, during, or after the event. Participants are solely responsible for their own safety, belongings, and conduct. By joining the event, attendees agree to release and hold harmless the organizers, hosts, and venue from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from participation in the event. \-\-\- 🔮 **Misterio & Noche de Tarot** *en el Jardín* 📅 **Domingo 24 de mayo** 🕘 **20:00h** 📍 **Alice Secret Garden -** Pau Claris, 90 – Barcelona ✨ Comenzaremos la noche con una **cautivadora charla de 30 minutos** sobre los orígenes del tarot y algunas curiosidades fascinantes. 🔮 Después, tendrás la oportunidad de recibir una **lectura privada de tarot** con nuestra vidente, por un pequeño coste adicional. 🎟️ **Entradas en Eventbrite:** https://www.eventbrite.es/e/mystery-tarot-night-at-the-garden-tickets-1988555533130?aff=oddtdtcreator **Opción 1:** Solo charla **Opción 2:** Charla + lectura privada 💫 **¡Elige tu experiencia!** **Exención de responsabilidad** Al asistir a este evento, los participantes reconocen que lo hacen de forma voluntaria y bajo su propia responsabilidad. Los organizadores, anfitriones y el establecimiento no asumen ninguna responsabilidad por cualquier lesión, pérdida, daño, robo u otro incidente que pueda ocurrir antes, durante o después del evento. Cada participante es responsable de su propia seguridad, pertenencias y comportamiento. Al participar en el evento, los asistentes aceptan eximir y mantener indemnes a los organizadores, anfitriones y al establecimiento frente a cualquier reclamación, responsabilidad o gasto derivado de su participación en el evento.

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel. Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger. Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life. Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.

**Welcome to Drunken Philosophy** a casual, curious social discussion **Optional topic for this meetup: What's up with all the AI hate?** A recent survey found that 74% of Americans have a negative view of AI, and I want to know why. Come out and debate whether AI is good or bad. My hot take: a labor-saving tool that could potentially help cure cancer gets called dangerous because it might raise unemployment or cause a speculative investment bubble, that tells you a lot more about capitalism and the economic system we live under than it does about the tool itself. As a computer programmer, I think AI is a wonderful tool that has increased my productivity by at least an order of magnitude. I'd go so far as to say Claude Code is the best tool I have ever used. Debate me and name a better one. Is AI potentially dangerous? Yes, but so are a lot of tools. Chainsaws. Steam engines (early ones would occasionally explode and kill everyone in the room). Do you think cavemen sat around debating whether fire could be used as a weapon or for self-harm, and decided not to discover it? I have two friends who hate AI for opposite reasons: one thinks it's a fad and not useful, and the other thinks it's going to take over everything and cause human extinction. Come out tonight, have a friendly debate, and make some friends. No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it's fun.

We are excited to host Guided Meditations on Sundays at 6 pm in our Ashram/Gallery/Home! !! !! Everyone wants to know what kind of God we worship and what kind of meditation we do. We worship the GOD that LOVES US! We understand that god is an energy and it lives in us as us. Our meditations guide others to actually experience that energy! xoxo We don't just talk about peace, love and affection, we experience it :) Also we are a home not a business, so we enjoy building community one friend at a time. We always build in time for people to mingle & develop friendships! xoxo Much Love, Frank Tennyson Namaste, Frank Tennyson http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/f/9/9/600_447824953.jpeg

**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.

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