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**REAL TALK Tbilisi – a Saturday English social club** *Join us and bring your friends! Those who bring a newcomer have a discount!* As usual you'll have the opportunity to meet interesting people, make international friends, and also practice communicational skills in English along the way! 💬 Our meetings are organised in a way that allows you to have lively and interesting conversations with as many people as possible. You will be talking one-to-one with other participants, which will give you the opportunity to fully engage in a talk, while a welcoming and considerate host will be rotating participants in fixed periods of time. 📆 **SATURDAY – 27th of December** \| **14:00 – 16:30** 🧭 **Coffee Lair the coffee shop** \| 14 Giorgi Chitaia St\. [Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/q6eX32Gi5p4LTcZm8?g_st=ic) \| [Yandex Maps](https://yandex.com/maps/org/116279744418) *No registration! Simply come at the time of the event!* 🪙 **Participation fee** 15 Lari *5 Lari* – *for those who* *will bring a newcomer!* ⏳ **Timing** 14:00 – chatting in small groups 14:15-ish – one-to-one conversations with rotations 15:45 – short break & time to pay 💸 16:00 – conversational games or free chat 16:30 – finish 16:3♾️ – afterparty with survivors 😌 A comfortalbe level of English: B1+ 😀 Your host – Serge get in touch on [Telegram](https://t.me/sergbalm) 📡 [Join the Telegram chat](https://t.me/realtalktbilisi) / [go to Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/realtalktbilisi) / [sign up on Instagram](https://instagram.com/realtalktbilisi?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==)

Poetry New Year Edition at Niema — louder words that shake the room, deeper souls that refuse silence, fearless beginnings that demand to be felt. 💵Free 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/NTsnCf5C6WHgnBAHA?g_st=ic Instagram 📲: https://www.instagram.com/cafeniema/profilecard/?igsh=cXF1ejJuZ2l2cWhp

Join us for a hands-on **Khinkali Masterclass** — the most delicious Georgian experience you can have! 🇬🇪 You’ll learn how to make **traditional meat, cheese, and mushroom khinkali** from scratch, guided by our local expert. Of course, we’ll finish by tasting your creations — paired with a **glass of fine Georgian wine** and a **shot of homemade chacha** 🥂 **📍 Location:** Mziani Cafe **📅 Date:** 8 November **🕓 Time:** 4:00 PM **💸 Price:** 50 GEL per person (includes all ingredients, drinks, and tasting) **👥 Minimum participants:** 4 **⏱ Duration:** 2 hours Come with friends or meet new ones — either way, you’ll roll, twist, and taste your way to becoming a real **Khinkali Master!** Location link: https://share.google/lUpkFFCYQNkrWZkXT

Hello, People of the World! We’ve decided to host a weekly event in Tbilisi for internationals, expats, nomads, travelers, and Georgians who love to connect through languages and cultures. This is a welcoming space where everyone contributes something personal—language skills, stories, or just good vibes—for the benefit of the group. Whether you're here short-term or long-term, come meet new people in a fun, relaxed environment. We’ll share travel tales, language tips, and laughter over drinks, board games, or casual conversations. The concept is simple but powerful: connect, exchange, and enjoy. You’ll be surprised how much we all have in common—starting with funny stories from life in Tbilisi! Join us, bring your voice, and be part of this growing international community. We look forward to seeing you! 📅 Date: Every Saturday 📍 Location: Lado Asatiani 56 ⏰ Time: from 9 pm until midnight 🎟️ Entry: Free (Buy drinks in the bar) Cafe La Mano Location: [https://goo.gl/maps/z22W9fmf1ZypivVT9](https://goo.gl/maps/z22W9fmf1ZypivVT9) Join Expats group here: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC) (expat bar Tbilisi, cocktail bar, karaoke night, language exchange, live music, dive bar, board games, expat social, Tbilisi night life, Where to drink in Tbilisi, Tbilisi bar for foreigners. English-speaking bar Tbilisi. International crowd Tbilisi bar. Best bar in Tbilisi for expats. Live music Tbilisi bar. Expat events Tbilisi. Social bar Tbilisi. Tbilisi international pub. Friendly bar in Tbilisi. Tbilisi bar with English menu. Meet new people in Tbilisi)

**REAL TALK Tbilisi – a Sunday English social club at Sative Space** We have Sunday meetings at a special place at Sative Space! They’ve got: – a cafe, coworking, and gym – PlayStations – pets entry *So join us and bring your friends! Those who bring a newcomer have a discount!* As usual you'll have the opportunity to meet interesting people, make international friends, and also practice communicational skills in English along the way! 💬 Our meetings are organised in a way that allows you to have lively and interesting conversations with as many people as possible. You will be talking one-to-one with other participants, which will give you the opportunity to fully engage in a talk, while a welcoming and considerate host will be rotating participants in fixed periods of time. 📆 **SUNDAY – 28th of December** \| **18:00 – 20:30** 🧭 **Sative Space** \| 49b Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue ‼️*There’s another building with the same address. It’s a swimming pool club. Sative Space is on the opposite side!* [Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NMZxEbdGstBZgBhs6?g_st=ic) \| [Yandex Maps](https://yandex.com/maps/org/sative_space/179495844640) *No registration! Simply come at the time of the event!* 🪙 **Participation fee** 15 Lari *5 Lari* – *for those who* *will bring a newcomer!* ⏳ **Timing** 18:00 – chatting in small groups 18:15ish – one-to-one conversations with rotations 19:45 – short break & time to pay 💸 20:00 – conversational games or free chat 20:30 – finish 😌 A comfortalbe level of English: B1+ 😀 Your host – Keke get in touch on [Telegram](https://t.me/kekeshelia) 📡 [Join the Telegram chat](https://t.me/realtalktbilisi) / [go to Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/realtalktbilisi) / [sign up on Instagram](https://instagram.com/realtalktbilisi?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==)

Poetry New Year Edition at Niema — louder words that shake the room, deeper souls that refuse silence, fearless beginnings that demand to be felt. 💵Free 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/NTsnCf5C6WHgnBAHA?g_st=ic Instagram 📲: https://www.instagram.com/cafeniema/profilecard/?igsh=cXF1ejJuZ2l2cWhp

Join us for a hands-on **Khinkali Masterclass** — the most delicious Georgian experience you can have! 🇬🇪 You’ll learn how to make **traditional meat, cheese, and mushroom khinkali** from scratch, guided by our local expert. Of course, we’ll finish by tasting your creations — paired with a **glass of fine Georgian wine** and a **shot of homemade chacha** 🥂 **📍 Location:** Mziani Cafe **📅 Date:** 8 November **🕓 Time:** 4:00 PM **💸 Price:** 50 GEL per person (includes all ingredients, drinks, and tasting) **👥 Minimum participants:** 4 **⏱ Duration:** 2 hours Come with friends or meet new ones — either way, you’ll roll, twist, and taste your way to becoming a real **Khinkali Master!** Location link: https://share.google/lUpkFFCYQNkrWZkXT

Hello, People of the World! We’ve decided to host a weekly event in Tbilisi for internationals, expats, nomads, travelers, and Georgians who love to connect through languages and cultures. This is a welcoming space where everyone contributes something personal—language skills, stories, or just good vibes—for the benefit of the group. Whether you're here short-term or long-term, come meet new people in a fun, relaxed environment. We’ll share travel tales, language tips, and laughter over drinks, board games, or casual conversations. The concept is simple but powerful: connect, exchange, and enjoy. You’ll be surprised how much we all have in common—starting with funny stories from life in Tbilisi! Join us, bring your voice, and be part of this growing international community. We look forward to seeing you! 📅 Date: Every Saturday 📍 Location: Lado Asatiani 56 ⏰ Time: from 9 pm until midnight 🎟️ Entry: Free (Buy drinks in the bar) Cafe La Mano Location: [https://goo.gl/maps/z22W9fmf1ZypivVT9](https://goo.gl/maps/z22W9fmf1ZypivVT9) Join Expats group here: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC) (expat bar Tbilisi, cocktail bar, karaoke night, language exchange, live music, dive bar, board games, expat social, Tbilisi night life, Where to drink in Tbilisi, Tbilisi bar for foreigners. English-speaking bar Tbilisi. International crowd Tbilisi bar. Best bar in Tbilisi for expats. Live music Tbilisi bar. Expat events Tbilisi. Social bar Tbilisi. Tbilisi international pub. Friendly bar in Tbilisi. Tbilisi bar with English menu. Meet new people in Tbilisi)

Sundays just got better! 🌞 Join us at Niema Café & Bar for a relaxing evening With Boarding games . Whether you're here for the drinks, the company, or just a relaxing Sunday, **Niema** is the place to be. 🥳 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Bring your friends, your loved ones, or just come to treat yourself. 🍸 💵Free 📍 **Location:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/nvPMP6HHfPgTDm6E8 Instagram : [https://www.instagram.com/cafeniema/profilecard/?igsh=cXF1ejJuZ2l2cWhp](https://www.instagram.com/cafeniema/profilecard/?igsh=cXF1ejJuZ2l2cWhp) **Cheers to a Sunday well-spent!** 🍹

Looking to belt your heart out on a Sunday? Join us for **Karaoke Night with Faisal** at Crossroads Bar! 🎤 Whether you’re an expat or a local legend-in-the-making, grab the mic and jump in. You’ll get to: ✅ Sing your favorite hits (solo, duet, or hype squad) ✅ Meet friendly locals & expats alike ✅ Improve your English while having fun ✅ Sip signature cocktails at Tbilisi’s #1 expat bar ✅ Free entry (just grab a drink) 🕘 **Time:** 9 PM 📅 **Date:** Every Sunday 📍 **Place:** Crossroads Bar, Tbilisi

Hey hey, Join us for a fun and relaxed evening with **fellow expats, internationals, digital nomads, and travelers in Tbilisi**! Whether you're new in town or have been here for a while, this is the perfect opportunity to **meet new friends**, share stories, socialize, and enjoy good drinks together at one of the most **friendly and safe bars in Tbilisi** (female-owned! 💁‍♀️✨). Join us for unforgettable memories in Tbilisi and be part of our growing **international community**. Come solo or bring friends – everyone’s welcome! Expect **friendly vibes**, **international conversations**, **language exchange**, **expat networking**, board games, and fun social energy all night long. 🍷🍺🍹 📅 **Date:** Every Sunday 📍 **Location:** Lado Asatiani 56 – La Mano (Tbilisi expat social bar) ⏰ **Time:** From 9 PM until midnight Become a community member: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC) Cafe La Mano Location: [https://goo.gl/maps/z22W9fmf1ZypivVT9](https://goo.gl/maps/z22W9fmf1ZypivVT9)

Welcome, readers! ❄️ Our December read is **_A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella._** A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella is a tender, character-driven novel that follows three people in a small Pennsylvania town as they each cope with loss and seek connection. Chuck, a widower, struggles to find meaning after his wife’s death; Ella, a young woman, faces the heartbreak of her missing daughter; and Kirsten, a veterinary technician, grieves her father while contemplating her future. Their stories intertwine gently, revealing how grief and hope coexist—and how even small acts of kindness can help people rediscover purpose and peace in the aftermath of tragedy. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! At this meeting, our third annual White Elephant book exchange will take place! If you'd like to participate, bring a gift-wrapped book that you already own. On the gift wrap, write the genre of the book. We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

Our January program is privileged to have Kristen Tregar as our speaker. Ms. Tregar is the co-author with John de Lancie (the actor who portrayed the character Q on Star Trek next generation) of a radio play depicting the events surrounding the Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District trial. The trial decided the issue of some of the Dover school district board members attempting to insert creationism disguised as "intelligent design" into the 9th grade biology curriculum. She will discuss the trial and the process of writing the play. (Bob Leonhard has seen the play and it is riveting and tense). Ms. Tregar's bio is below: Kristen Tregar is a dramaturg, director, playwright, and theatre teacher. She earned her Ph.D. in Drama and Theatre from the UC San Diego and UC Irvine joint program. In addition, she has a MS in Forensic Science from City University of New York- John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a MA in Educational Theatre from New York University- Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. In 2013, in collaboration with Irish colleagues, she founded *The Ireland Project*, an intercontinental devised theatre work with high school students in New York and Tallaght, Ireland. Her original short story "Far From Here" was recently published in *Stay Awhile Longer: More Scenes From Temecula Valley*. She has two rescued dogs (Kira and Harry) and she rides, competes, and foxhunts with her horses, Andromache and Baker Street Irregular. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

We meet at lunch each week and each meeting follows a fairly organized agenda. First all participants pass their business cards around. Then each member and guest is invited to give a one-minute overview of their company and what is a perfect referral for the week. We always have a 10 minute presentation from one of the members about their business in more detail. And finally we pass referrals. You're welcome to visit. Nobody is ever put on the spot. Bring plenty of cards!

Start the New Year off right! Join us as we get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event to distribute food at the Champion Food Pantry! We’ve created a great little community of Movie Group friends! Rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve people in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: CHAMPION FOOD PANTRY: The Champion Food Pantry provides needed food to neighbors experiencing food insecurity. For this event, we’ll be volunteering to help with Food Distribution during client pick up times. Our group will receive on-the-spot training from some of their seasoned regular volunteers. PLAN FOR CHAMPION FOOD PANTRY: Please arrive by 2:45pm. Our volunteer time will be from 3:00 to 6:00pm. LOCATION & PARKING: The Champion Food Pantry is located at 1460 S. Champion Ave in Columbus. Parking is located in the lot on Frebis across from the pantry. Please enter through the door marked "Volunteers enter here” on Frebis Ave. A map has been uploaded to the photos. IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing the majority 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 update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. No shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will mak you ineligible 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. LINKS & INFO: Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: • Champion Food Pantry Civil Rights Training: Attached file. • Champion Food Pantry Parking and Entrance: Attached file. • Champion Food Pantry Orientation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0wI-AwOYLY • Link with Additional Details / Info: https://lss.vomo.org/opportunity/foodpantrieschampion THANK YOU: This CMG Gives Back event provides an opportunity for YOU to get involved in helping others in our community! But the benefits go well beyond the help we give to others. Volunteering can provide a wide range of personal benefits, including positive effects on mental and physical health, reduced stress/depression/anxiety, increased happiness and improved purpose, life-satisfaction and personal well-being! Plus, the opportunity to get involved, connect with others and help those in need. PARTNER AGENCY: This event is hosted by Lutheran Social Services (LSS), which serves thousands of people in need each day in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety and healing. LSS offers food through the LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities. Thanks for your help and look forward to seeing you there, Dan