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Language Mix is back on Saturday! We're all about getting a drink with interesting people from different linguistic backgrounds. This event is for speaking ANY language--don't worry if you don't speak Chinese! *** How does it work? --- Simple. You just find the registration table when you enter, put on some flag stickers that represent your native language and the languages you want to learn, get a drink of your choice, and use the stickers to find someone to talk to! We recommend showing up on time if possible, but any time is fine. We encourage you to stand during the event so that you can easily move and talk to different people :) *** When and where are we meeting? --- This meetup will be at Cotton's on Xinhua Road, Changning, one of the best garden bars in Shanghai! See the address bar for more details on how to get there. 周六下午，Cotton's棉花酒吧（新华路店），超美的花园老洋房噢！ *** Is there an event fee? --- Entry is 50元. Entry is payable when you arrive with WeChat 微信, Alipay 支付宝 or cash. *** Is there a WeChat/微信 group? --- Yes/有！ EDIT: It seems that the group now has 100 members and won't accept new members by scanning the QR code. If you'd like to join the group, just add Nancy on WeChat, who has volunteered to help add people in. Nancy: zcn1107 Just write "Shanghai Language Mix" when you send a request. 不见不散！

晚7-9点 周末小酌@静安香格里拉Calypso地中海酒廊! Meetup Citywalk invite you to join our weekend drink & Mixer event at Calypso lounge. Meet and mingle with fellows, enjoy a drink or two and have fun! Don't be afraid to come alone and you can make friends quickly here since most of us also come alone too. See you there! 周末的时光，不应该空白！ 遇见·城市部落诚挚的邀请您一起来Calypso地中海酒廊参加after-work drink,和新老朋友一起小酌，邂逅漫时光。花看半开 酒到微醺，开启夏日时尚社交！

This is a group for anyone interested in learning Chinese, including oral Chinese ,business Chinese ,HSK. And on every Friday night we do Chinese Corner,greetings,learning part, language exchange, free talk,games etc. Btw, coffee,drinks are on the side. all skill levels are Welcome!! It’s a great chance to make international friends ,and learn about other cultures . Looking forward to seeing you:-) WeChat : ZoeMandarinClass 喜欢外语的朋友欢迎加入我们！既能练习第二语言，又能结交一些新朋友，感受不同国家的文化和习惯！欢迎大家!

Step away from the noise of daily life and immerse yourself in a moment of creativity and calm. "Art & Presence" is more than just a watercolor class—it's a mindful creative experience in the heart of Shanghai. * 🎨 Guided watercolor techniques (no prior experience needed) * 🌿 A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere * 🧘 Prompts to help you paint with intention and awareness * 💬 Friendly conversation and creative community **What to Bring:** Just yourself and an open mind. **Course Details:** **Time:** Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (1.5 hours per session) **Class Size:** Small class, maximum 8 students **Language:** English or French (with Chinese teaching assistant) **Location:** No. 269 Tongxie Road, Kingboard Square, Changning District, Shanghai (Nearest metro station is Line 2, Songhong Road, exit 5) **Course Fees：** * Single class: **450 RMB** (all materials included) * 10-class package: **4,000 RMB** (all materials included) **To Register:** Add WeChat: **cizaiyingyu** **Who Can Join:** * 🌟 Absolute beginners who want to experience the joy of watercolor for the first time * 🎨 Experienced painters who wish to deepen their technique and creative skills * 👥 Adults and teens (ages 12+) **What You Will Gain:** * A systematic, professional approach to watercolor * A deeper understanding of color, composition, and light * The ability to keep creating and improving over time * A focused, healing time you give yourself each week * New friends who share your love for art and life Come for the painting, stay for the presence. Let's create something beautiful together. 📍 **RSVP to reserve your spot!**

Hi there, Welcome to join our group to practice the new language with new friends. WeChat: ZoeMandarinClass

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### **Please contact me using WhatsApp or WeChat** ***My WhatsApp is +86 13917794769*** **My WeChat** gd-karen The meetup platform does not work well in China. **Hi, my name is Karen. I graduated from the University of Nottingham in England. I currently run a 3D printing workshop just minutes away from Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street.** **If you are in the area and into 3D printing, you are very welcome to drop by to have a look. My friends and I also organize some of the most engaging and well-curated Meetup events in Shanghai, and we would be delighted to have you join us.** **Add my WhatsApp and let's connect!**

Come run around, throw some frisbees, play board game , and see old friends and make new ones in expo park this wekkend. Cost: RMB15 including water, Please buy the sports insurance for this event yourself inadvanced. After sign up, Please add the host wechat via hawk_cn Pickleball is a rapidly growing sport that is a mix of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It's easy to learn, fast paced, and tons of fun! This is a game for people of all ages and skill/experience levels who want to play a friendly and non-competitive pickup frisbee game. We meet every Weekend afternoon in century park as long as weather is okay. We arrange warm up & practice. We'll work on some throws, passes, & catches. and utimate Frisbee Pickup Game of 7 vs 7 as well. All levels welcome even beginners! If you haven't played before or want to polish your skills, myself and a couple of the more experienced players will be there 30 minutes before to toss, explain the rules and run through a couple drills. We also prepare camping tarp and board games. Let's have fun by playing board games during Frisbee breakup. Please take metro line 2/7 to Century Park and the venue is entry from gate 6. (go straight 100m and the frisbee lawn is on your right side) General guidelines: Dress accordingly. Have plenty of water. Sunscreen on a sunny day. Stretch & warm up. Playing Ultimate is all about good sportsmanship, respect, and gracefulness on the field. Fun & having a good time is a must above anything else. Disclaimer： Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognizes that possible attend outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk. The organizer of this ultimate Frisbee event shall not be held liable for any inconvenience, accidents, rescues, injuries etc. Meetup Citywalk reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at the Walking tour. If you have problem with this, please contact the event organizer or tout leader. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! All those who sign up for the event will accept this declaration by default, so please read it carefully! 抛掉烦恼，接住快乐！以盘会友，飞你莫属！运动社交，快乐飞盘！掼蛋桌游，躲避球体验！ 费用：15元/人， 参与本活动务必领取活动保障，无活动当天有效保险者谢绝参与！ 友情提醒: 谢绝微商，保险，医美销售人员参与！ 活力重燃，世博文化公园飞盘桌游掼蛋派对！ 小伙伴们准备好流汗了嘛？！ 飞盘初体验，满满多巴胺\~ 周末欢乐飞盘为长期活动，活动时间安排在周末，为喜欢运动的青年朋友提供相遇的机会。 你的收获： 认识更多喜欢运动的朋友 体验极限飞盘这项运动带来的乐趣 锻炼身体，放松身心 小白友好，飞盘超容易上手，有领队飞盘入门教学。 活动流程： 01 初次见面，破冰互动 02 零基础教学，正反手传接盘练习 03 规则讲解，拉伸热身，分组对抗 04 集体合影，赛后交流 05 活动结束AA聚餐（可选） 遇见城市部落Meetup Citywalk为带社交属性的公益活动，让大家在愉快轻松的氛围中用脚步丈量和认知这个城市，以及通过羽毛球，保龄球，飞盘，骑行等活动认识新朋友。领队导游会对沿线的地标景观和历史建筑等做适度讲解，行程开始会有破冰互动和自我介绍，行程中安排小游戏，分组交谈互动，coffee break来加深了解, 帮内向的朋友放松融入团队，漫步活动结束视情况组织晚餐，增加大家的社交半径。活动参与者以8090后国内和海归名校毕业生，各行业精英为主。烦请带有不良企图和商业目的的参与者绕行 飞盘运动是一种老少咸宜的健身项目， 只要有一片空旷的场地就能开心的玩耍。飞盘的参与门槛很低。一身运动服、一双跑鞋、一片飞盘，就是全部的必要装备。 飞盘运动融合了橄榄球、足球、篮球等运动特色是一项无身体碰撞、男女差异小乐趣与竞技兼备的运动对新人友好、上手快、没有裁判不需要运动天赋 哪怕是不爱运动的小伙伴也很快可以参与其中并享受飞盘运动带来的畅爽与热血\~飞盘是少有的男女能够共同参加，需要相互配合，不容易出现身体冲撞和激烈对抗的竞技运动。进攻方通过传接飞盘推进，在得分区内接到盘得分，期间飞盘落地则攻防转换 在自己大汗淋漓 享受奔跑、跳跃 带来激情和自由的同时 也能感受到团队合作的魅力 抓盘、接盘、传盘 和队友齐心协力 体验“盘不落地，永不放弃！” 快来成为一名优秀的“操盘手”吧\~ 燃脂暴汗 比起室内的运动 户外的项目更能体验到 暴汗燃脂的畅快 为忙碌的身体放放风、充充电 和小伙伴们互相配合 制定战术、攻守兼备 通力合作最终取得胜利 玩过的小伙伴都说上瘾 “社恐星人”的社交利器： 团队运动游戏是最快打破尴尬的利器 飞盘游戏的团体意识强 每个人都需要在短时间内搭建信任和默契 直接打破圈层限制 认识更多有趣的朋友 “都市打工人”的解压利器：草坪上肆意奔跑、呐喊、欢呼不仅锻炼身体，还释放心中压力运动后荷尔蒙的飙升也使人降低防备在欢乐的氛围里更深层次的了解彼此、拉近距 “社恐星人”的社交利器： 团队运动游戏是最快打破尴尬的利器 飞盘游戏的团体意识强 每个人都需要在短时间内搭建信任和默契 直接打破圈层限制，认识更多有的朋 WFDF世界飞盘联合会将极限飞盘精神浓缩为“SOTG”图标，即熟知规则、避免身体接触、公平竞争、享受比赛、真诚沟通。独特的精神内核自这项运动诞生之日起，就蕴含其中。 飞盘绝对是让你大汗淋漓的有氧运动，因为比赛场地一般都是一整个足球场，全场人追着一个飞盘跑，享受多巴胺带来的快乐，当然它还可以满足身心愉悦的社交需求，他可以是一个人的快乐，也可以是一群人的快乐。通过飞盘场上队友双方一次又一次的飞盘抛接合作，促进了彼此之间的沟通交流。场上挥洒汗水，场下收获友谊，飞盘运动就是这么一项简单又有趣的社交运动。 燃脂，也是人们热爱大飞盘的一大原因：飞盘是一项特别好的有氧和无氧相结合的运动，一场飞盘下来就能消耗900多大卡。投接飞盘的手法千变万化。 历经20多年的变化与发展，已衍生出十余种正式的国际竞赛。参加飞盘运动的同学在锻炼身体的同时，可以结识伙伴，锻炼大脑，有益身心。即使没有一丝基础，你也可以在草地上玩得酣畅淋漓。因为飞盘上手快，是一种非常快乐的有氧运动！飞盘，是可以迅速激活全身肌肉的健身项目 ，男女同场竞技、门槛低、强社交、无身体碰撞......这些特点让任何人都能轻松上手。 Frisbee飞盘这是一项只有20多年发展历程的运动这是一项已有十余种正式国际竞赛的运动这是一项可以提高多种身体机能的运动: 眼手协调力 专注力 弹跳力 免责声明： 本活动为非盈利户外公益活动，可能存在其他风险因素。团队的任何一名队员都应本着：“尽力救助，风险自担”的原则参加这次活动，参与人员选择共同参与，属于自愿行为，双方不存在强制性约束力。并且明确知道此次活动不存在合同范畴的权利义务关系。 主办方负责对活动进行组织协调，如活动中发生意外事故，组织者有义务组织救援，但不承担任何法律和经济责任，特此申明！ 如活动中产生经济与身体损害，由受损害人和本组织声明依法解决，特此声明。凡报名参与此次活动，均视为已阅读并认可本声明，活动开始后本声明自动生效并表明你接受本声明，否则，请在活动开始前退出！参加活动请自行购买至少涵盖活动当日的意外险，未购买活动当日意外险的谢绝参与活动！ 照片说明：默认主办方拥有活动当天所有相关照片的使用权、传播权。如有异议，请提前与领队沟通，否则默认同意上述条款。 报名后请添加领队获取最新活动安排。

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### **Please contact me using WhatsApp only** ***My WhatsApp is +86 13917794769*** Hi everyone! I’m Karen, and I run a small 3D printing studio right in the heart of People’s Square, Shanghai. Whether you're an entrepreneur, designer, engineer, hobbyist, or someone with a cool idea you’ve always wanted to turn into reality — let’s connect! I’m exploring **overseas collaboration opportunities**, especially with: * 🌐 **Foreigners living in Shanghai** * ✈️ **Foreigners abroad who want to test or produce small-batch items in China** ### **What we can discuss** • Feasibility of 3D-printing **industrial components**, prototypes, or personal-use products • Choosing suitable materials for strength, flexibility, or precision • Small-batch production for startups • How to **3D print in Shanghai and ship overseas**, or • Have your printed items carried back home by community members traveling abroad ### **Why join?** Shanghai is a global manufacturing hub — and 3D printing makes prototyping fast, flexible, and cost-effective. This meetup is a chance to share your ideas, ask questions, and see what's possible. No prior experience required — just curiosity! 📍 **Location:** People’s Square, Shanghai ⏰ **Time:** Flexible 💬 **Join us and chat about bringing your product ideas to life!**

Welcome to the Shanghai Pub Crawl! If you're someone who loves trying different drinks, making new friends, and exploring the nightlife of Shanghai, this group is made for you. **Our Events:** Join us at 9 PM for our exciting pub crawl events that give you a chance to discover the coolest nightlife spots in Shanghai. Here's what you can expect: * **Free shots** (one free shot at each bar) * **Free club entry ticket** (usually priced at 100CNY and up) * Bar-hopping (**3 Bars+1 Club, 4 hours tour**) * People from all over the world (Usually 15-25 people.) * Photos for attendees * Free taxi transfers between bars Who is this for? Everyone!!! Tourists / Expats / Locals / Students - Whether you're a night owl or just looking to try out different bars, all are welcome to join! 🔴 **Q&A** 1. **Q: Is it suitable for someone going alone?** **A:** Absolutely! In fact, 90% of our guests come by themselves. 2. **Q: How many people usually join the event?** **A:** On weekdays, around 15–25 people; on Saturdays, about 15–35 people. 3. **Q: Is there a dress code?** **A:** No dress code, just avoid wearing flip-flops. 4. **Q: Do I need to bring my passport?** **A:** No, it’s not necessary. 5. **Q: On which days do events take place?** **A:** Usually on Thursdays and Saturdays, but please check the schedule on Meetup. Make sure to contact the organizer first, or you might end up at the wrong place. 6. **Q: I don’t drink. Is this event suitable for me?** **A:** Of course! The event is all about socializing, not getting drunk. But the price is the same, and we can’t replace the free shots with drinks or anything else. 7. **Q: I saw that no one has signed up on the Meetup app. I was wondering if this is common until the day of the event, or if people usually don’t sign up there?** **A:** There will be enough people for the event, most people just don't sign up here 🔴 **Ticket**: 1. Online: ¥***150 RMB = $ 20*** (https://www.eventbrite.hk/e/4-hour-shanghai-pub-crawl-bar-hoppingnightlife-tour-tickets-1048633911257?aff=meetup0eventinfo) 2. Pay on arrival: ***¥180*** 🔴 **Contact**: (Please be sure to contact the organizer before you come) WeChat (ID): ***PubCrawl_Shanghai*** WhatsAPP: **8618101241515** Official website: https://shanghaipubcrawl.com **🔴** **Meeting location**: We will meet at a bar called “Side Bar,” which you can find on Google Maps. Chinese address: 上海市 黄浦区 茂名南路 56号 食尚谷1层 **🔴** **As long as the event is listed on Meetup, we will definitely organize it. Most people actually don’t sign up through Meetup**

Coffee chat? NO. Tea chat? NO. A 900-year-old latte chat! ☕️ Our first Explorer Session is here 🌿 In the Song Dynasty (around 1100 AD), Chinese people were already whisking tea powder into creamy foam. It was introduced to Japan and developed into Matcha. But the original? It's been in China this whole time. This time, we're not just reading about it. We're doing it. 🍵 Explorer Session Vol.1 — Song Dynasty Tea What we'll do: → Make tea with your own hands → Guided by a Dashi who lives this tradition → Drink tea, talk, connect You might be an Explorer if… → You tried TCM or tea before but wanted to go deeper → You're curious about Chinese culture beyond the tourist stuff → You enjoy conversations where different cultures meet at the same table 📍 Shanghai (venue shared after sign-up) ⏰ April 19 👥 8 Explorers only 💰 RMB150 🗣 EN/CN

## Details 👉 **To join:** Please add Karen on WeChat at **GD-Karen** **THIS EVENT IS CONFIRMED. SEE YOU ON APRIL 18!** **Join Us for an Awesome Business Networking Event!** **🍻 Business & Beers – Chill, Chat, and Connect in Shanghai!** Let’s meet for an easygoing afternoon of business and social networking over beers/soft drinks on April 18. Whether you have a startup idea, want to meet like-minded people, or just enjoy a good conversation, this is the place to be. No idea is too big or too small — we just want your enthusiasm! 📍 **Location:** 1F, No.775 Chang’an Road, Jing’an District 📅 **Date:** Saturday, April 18 🕑 **Time:** 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 💰 **Fee:** 50 RMB per person (includes beer and soft drinks) Bring your ideas, grab a drink, and let’s connect!

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above. There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change. The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/). Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers. For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.

Join us for a fun Dinner & a Movie event as we get together to see MICHAEL + Dinner at CAP City! The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Jaafar Jackson (Michael Jackson’s nephew) as the King of Pop! Early buzz is strong for what should be an excellent musical-biopic! Here are details, a trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: This biographical musical drama follows the life of Michael Jackson, from his time with the Jackson 5 to his early solo career! Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. Jaafar Jackson (Michael Jackson’s nephew) stars in the title role alongside Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, Miles Teller and Colman Domingo. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbtgEE6rkxw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbtgEE6rkxw) MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 3:35pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby between 3:10 and 3:20pm. Tickets already on sale and advance purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event! DINNER PLAN: Dinner immediately following the movie (around 6pm) at nearby CAP City Fine Diner! Seating is limited for the dinner portion of this event, so separate RSVP required. If you plan to join for Dinner AND the movie, please be sure to RSVP in both places. CAP CITY FINE DINER: This upscale diner from Cameron Mitchell is known its “retro-cool” atmosphere, modern twists on classic comfort food and their “showstopper” desserts! The menu reimagines nostalgic dishes like meatloaf, beef stroganoff, and pot roast with gourmet twists. The menu also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options with lots of apps, cocktails, salads, sandwiches, burgers (including a black bean veggie burger), the most welcome return of their Veggie Plate (with Hummus) and more. Desserts include their 24K Carrot Cake, Coconut Cake and Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Pie. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

# Annual Plant Sale ## Hosted by Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers **Saturday, May 9| 8:30AM - 3:00 PM | inside the Learning Garden, Newark** Join us for this beloved annual tradition where gardening meets community support! The Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers are hosting their annual Plant Sale to fund their 2026 public outreach and educational initiatives. ### 🌱 Plant Sale Highlights * **Perennials** for sunny and shady garden spots * **Herbs and houseplants** for indoor enjoyment * **Tomato and pepper varieties** with expert planting advice * **Native plants** 14 varieties of tomatoes and 11 varieties of peppers, Perennials, herbs, annuals, and lots of native plants will be for sale - and more! ### 🌲 Licking County Soil & Water Conservation District (LCSWCD) will be celebrating their "Backyard Conservation Day" alongside the plant sale. LCSWD will be selling: * Native trees and shrubs (small sapling size) * Native wildflower seed mix packets * Erosion control seed packets *(Available while supplies last)* ### 🌧️ Weather Advisory This event proceeds rain or shine! Based on previous years, we recommend checking the weather and wearing raincoats and waterproof boots, if needed ### 🍽️ Refreshments Food truck on-site throughout the event. There is no cost for this event and you do not have to RSVP, just show up anytime

Join WQC on April 25th from 11am-1pm at Inniswood Metro Park for a Nature Photo Walk. All types of cameras welcome! Let's enjoy spring to the fullest... 🌻🌼🌷🐤

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:20am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking is available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to all of YOU for volunteering at this (and any of our previous) CMG Gives Back events! Should be a good/fun/meaningful time together, Dan

Join us as we get together for a Discount Tuesday / Choose Your Movie event to see your choice of two great new films! Option 1 (and the one I'll be seeing) is the top-reviewed comedy-drama, THE CHRISTOPHERS! The film is set in the art world and follows the estranged children of a former artist who hire a forger. It is directed by Steven Soderberg, stars Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel and has been earning rave reviews on the indie circuit. Option 2 is the latest action-thriller starring Bob Odenkirk, NORMAL! The film follows a temporary small-town sheriff who uncovers dark mysteries after a local bank robbery. Here are descriptions, trailers and our plan for this event: THE CHRISTOPHERS: The children of a once famous artist hire a forger to complete some unfinished, long ago abandoned canvases so they'll have a better inheritance when he dies. It is directed by Steven Soderbergh and stars Ian McKellen, Michaela Coel, Jessica Gunning and James Corden. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film is earning an excellent 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it a “dynamic, emotional and surprising journey” and a “compelling chamber piece that works like intellectual comfort food.” Others call the film, an “incredibly funny, comedy drama with plot reversals that make it feel like it’s on the verge of a thriller!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H79-EqzmdwY&t=20s NORMAL: This action-crime-thriller follows a man who comes to the sleepy town of Normal, Minnesota to serve as the temporary sheriff. But a bank robbery leads him to a criminal underground reaches throughout the entire town. The film is directed by Ben Wheatley and stars Bob Odenkirk, Henry Winkler and Lena Headey. The film comes from the same team that brought us Nobody and the John Wick series, so expect an over-the-top, action-filled thrill ride! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rmm-lM33Qw0&t=19s PLAN: Details for this event have been confirmed! For THE CHRISTOPHERS, please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:40 and 6:50pm! For NORMAL, please purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and meet in the upstairs lobby between 7:10 and 7:20pm! For both films, tickets just $5 ($6.50 after online fees when purchased on the GFC website). Advance purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan