Concerts

⬇️⬇️⬇️ **EN/DE/PR** ⬇️⬇️⬇️ **🎶 Samba Drumming,** **Open Bateria** **🎶** Beginners and experienced drummers... all are welcome! This session is about discovering samba, or discovering a different samba instrument if you are already playing. ***Note:*** if you are experienced with samba enredo drumming and would like to dive straight into an ensaio please reach out to us. We are always looking to grow our core team! **💥 What to Expect:** \- All Skill Levels: From newbies to seasoned drummers\. \- No Instruments Needed: We provide everything\, but you can bring your own\. 💰 **Cost** 💰 First-timers try-out for free! 15 CHF per session thereafter (open bateria is included in full association membership). **🥁 Ready to Drum?** 🥁 Don't miss this fun, energizing session! Connect with the samba community and drum your heart out. **📌 What to Bring:** **\- Ear Plugs:** Recommended "Alpine Music Pros." **\- Water Bottle:** Stay hydrated. **\- Spare T\-Shirt:** It gets warm! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **"🎶 Samba Trommeln, Offene Bateria 🎶** Anfänger und erfahrene Trommler... alle sind willkommen! In dieser Session geht's darum, Samba zu entdecken oder, wenn du schon spielst, ein anderes Samba-Instrument auszuprobieren. ***Hinweis:*** Wenn du bereits Erfahrung mit Samba-Enredo-Trommeln hast und direkt in eine Probe einsteigen möchtest, melde dich bei uns. Wir sind immer auf der Suche, unser Kernteam zu erweitern! **💥 Was dich erwartet:** * Alle Erfahrungsstufen: Von Neulingen bis zu erfahrenen Trommlern. * Keine Instrumente nötig: Wir stellen alles zur Verfügung, aber du kannst gerne dein eigenes mitbringen. **💰 Kosten 💰** Erste Session kostenlos! Danach 15 CHF pro Session (offene Bateria ist in der vollständigen Mitgliedschaft enthalten). 🥁 Bereit zum Trommeln? 🥁 Verpass diese spaßige und energiegeladene Session nicht! Verbinde dich mit der Samba-Community und trommle aus vollem Herzen. 📌 Was du mitbringen solltest: * Ohrstöpsel: Empfohlene "Alpine Music Pros." * Wasserflasche: Hydriert bleiben. * Ersatz-T-Shirt: Es wird warm!" \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎶 Samba de Bateria, Bateria Aberta 🎶** Iniciantes e bateristas experientes... todos são bem-vindos! Essa atividade é pra você conhecer o samba ou, se você já toca, descobrir um instrumento diferente de samba. ***Nota:*** se você já tem experiência com samba enredo e quer ir direto para um ensaio, entre em contato com a gente. Estamos sempre buscando crescer nosso time principal! **💥 O que Esperar:** * Todos os Níveis: De novatos a bateristas experientes. * Sem Necessidade de Instrumentos: Nós fornecemos tudo, mas você pode trazer o seu se quiser. **💰 Custo 💰** A primeira sessão é grátis! 15 CHF por sessão depois (bateria aberta está incluída na associação completa). **🥁 Pronto para Tocar? 🥁** Não perca essa sessão divertida e energizante! Conecte-se com a comunidade do samba e toque com o coração. **📌 O que Levar:** * Protetores de Ouvido: Recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros." * Garrafa de Água: Fique hidratado. * Camiseta Extra: Vai esquentar!" \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

**[Apply here to attend](https://link.social-circle.ch/Yttr)**[!](https://link.social-circle.ch/Yttr) ⚠️**We are closing registrations 24 hours before the event.** ​Being a content creator can be a lonely grind, but it doesn't have to be. Join us for inspirational networking event, a monthly gathering supported by YouTube designed to take you from behind the lens and into the room with the people who "get it." Whether you’re stuck on an edit, looking for a collaborator, or just want to stay ahead of the algorithm, this is your home base. **Participation criteria:** We are looking for a balanced mix of participants with different levels of familiarity and sentiment toward AI. You do not need to be an expert, but you should have some experience using AI tools and be open to discussing them. We are aiming for a range of perspectives, while excluding participants who never use AI or who hold strongly negative views about it. ​📲Join our whatsapp group for content creators for updates: [https://link.social-circle.ch/2GCk](https://link.social-circle.ch/2GCk) ​**What to Expect:** * ​**The Spotlight:** Every month, we host a guest speaker—from veteran creators to YouTube insiders—to share real-world strategies that work. * ​**Speed Networking:** No awkward small talk. We’ve designed a high-energy "speed dating" format to help you meet 10+ potential collaborators in minutes. * ​**Niche Breakouts:** Join our **Topic Tables** to talk shop on everything around the topic of the day. * ​**The Talent Pool:** Want to be the face of the next big project? You can apply to participate in interviews * ​**Apero & Vibes:** The drinks are on us! Enjoy a curated Apero spread while you chat with the local creator community. **Timeline:** * 18:00 \| Arrival & Check\-in: NDA signing regarding YouTube technology\. * 18:30 \| Kickoff: Welcome remarks and Social Circle intro\. * 18:40 \| Guest Speaker: Industry insights \+ rapid\-fire Q&A\. * 19:00 \| Topic Deep Dives: Research sessions across 4 booked rooms\. * 19:40 \| Break: Refreshments and room reset\. * 20:15 \| Speed Networking: Fast\-paced "Creator Dating" \(5 mins per swap\)\. * 20:45 \| Wrap\-up: Final reflections back in the main room \+ after\-party details\. * 21:00 \| End\. ​**Guest Speaker: TBD** ​**🔒 Exclusive Access** ​This event is **free**, but it is [Application only](https://link.social-circle.ch/Yttr)[.](https://luma.com/ne5e4ok7) We curate the room to ensure every attendee brings something unique to the table. ​📸 Photos and short videos may be taken during the event. Let the host know if you prefer not to be in them. Tickets are non refundable. Want more events like this? Join our community! [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)

⬇️⬇️⬇️ **EN/DE/PR** ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Our 'Ensaio de Bateria' is for regular members of the association and exceptionally for those who have previous experience playing in a samba bateria (please get in touch if you're interested, we'd love to hear from you). In this session, we will dive into fresh material and technique, while also taking the time to perfect individual parts of our existing repertoire if needed. Whether you're looking to improve your groove or refine specific techniques, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your skills! **What to bring:** * Ear Plugs (we recommend "Alpine Music Pros" from a music shop) * Water Bottle for staying hydrated * Spare T-shirt for afterwards (it gets pretty warm) \-\-\-\-\-\-\- Unsere 'Ensaio de Bateria' ist für regelmäßige Mitglieder des Vereins und ausnahmsweise für diejenigen, die bereits Erfahrung in einer Samba Bateria haben (bitte melde dich, wenn du Interesse hast, wir würden uns freuen, von dir zu hören). In dieser Session werden wir uns mit neuem Material und Technik beschäftigen, uns aber auch die Zeit nehmen, einzelne Teile unseres bestehenden Repertoires zu perfektionieren. Egal, ob du deinen Groove verbessern oder bestimmte Techniken verfeinern möchtest, dies ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, deine Fähigkeiten zu steigern! **Was du mitbringen solltest:** · Ohrstöpsel (wir empfehlen "Alpine Music Pros" aus dem Musikfachhandel) · Eine Wasserflasche, damit du genug Flüssigkeit zu dir nehmen kannst · Ersatz-T-Shirt für danach (es wird ziemlich warm) \-\-\-\-\-\-\- Nosso "Ensaio de Bateria" é para os membros regulares da associação e, excepcionalmente, para aqueles que têm experiência anterior de tocar numa bateria de samba (entre em contato se você estiver interessado, gostaríamos muito de ouvir você!). Nesta sessão, vamos nos aprofundar em novos materiais e na técnica, além de dedicar tempo para aperfeiçoar partes individuais de nosso repertório existente, se necessário. Se estiver procurando melhorar seu groove ou refinar técnicas específicas, esta é a oportunidade perfeita para elevar suas habilidades! **O que trazer:** * Protetores de ouvido (recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros”). * Garrafa d’água para se manter hidratado * Uma troca de roupa para depois do ensaio (fica bem quente)

We meet every Thursday for soccer at Juchhof 1. We have a changing room where you also can shower after soccer. Soccer takes place every Thursday, even if we have only a few registrations here on meetup. If you have more questions, please contact me. it's for free the first couple of times. After that you can decide if you want to join our club just for the Thursdays (60 CHF per year) or if you want to become a full member and get a license and join us at the games (270 per year).

🎟️ **Get your seat at the Table for Six** 🎟️ ✨An evening of meaningful dialogue and curated guests.✨ 🧧 **HOW TO JOIN?** All seats go via a waiting list. Spots are intentionally limited. To be considered, reply with a short note: ✨ *Why do you want to come?* ✨ *What kind of connection are you seeking?* We’re not looking for perfect answers — just honest ones. 📦 **WHAT’S THIS ABOUT?** **The Stories We Carry** is not a dinner party. It’s a pause. An invitation to slow down, to listen, and to be heard. We gather not to impress, but to express. Not to network, but to connect. If you’re tired of surface-level chatter and crave conversations that leave a mark — this is for you. 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** * One table. Six seats. * A guided evening of storytelling, reflection, and presence. * No phones. No bios. No small talk. * Just humans, stories, and the space between them. 🕰️ **WHEN & WHERE?** 🗓️Thursday, May 28 🕢 7:00 PM 📍 Zug (Park Hotel Zug - Industriestrasse 14) 💛 **WHAT TO EXPECT** 🪑 A seat at a table where presence matters more than polish 🗣️ A chance to share your story — or simply listen 🌌 A few hours of being fully, beautifully human ✨ This is a no-phone experience. Minds awake, hearts open 💛

Let's enjoy spring evening together by the Zurich lake ☀️ We aim to create a friendly, fun and outgoing atmosphere for socializing, connecting, making new friends or meet the old ones and having a good time. Whether you are an expat or a local Swiss resident, you are always welcome to attend the event. At the location look for the turquoise Zurich Together flag. See you there 😉

**walk before concert:** [von Mönchaltorf nach Riesbach | Wanderung | Komoot](https://www.komoot.com/tour/2821670156) At 11 :30 we start the walk at the bus stop Riedikon, Chis/Naturstation. There are several place for a BBQ along the way. Next to the Greifensee ([Der Greifensee – Google My Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1oVWQ3DGKt98YlWetNA2tXANnwC4&ll=47.32319246383582%2C8.619336872970429&z=14)), at point 9 on the map and probably along the zurich lake. We can decide in the dedicated whatsapp group which one to take or choose spontaneously. We also can go swimming in the Greifensee and/or Zürich lake. The Final destination is the Church Neumünster where the OKVZ concert take place. **concert description :** 2 times per year the OKVZ organize very nice concerts. more information about the music programm: [Konzerte – OKVZ](https://okvz.ch/aktuelle-konzerte/) It is free but donation to the OKVZ are welcome. It worth it. **How to go with the train (from Zurich and I will meet you on the way):** [Verbindungen Zürich HB nach Mönchaltorf (See) | Das Online-Portal der SBB für Fahrplan, Zug und ÖV](https://www.sbb.ch/de?stops=Z%C3%BCrich+HB_I8503000~M%C3%B6nchaltorf+(See)_I8530696&day=2026-05-31&time=07_19&moment=dep&trip=2&cursor=M3xPRnxNVMK1MTTCtTI0NTM2NMK1MjQ1MzY0wrUyNDU0MTLCtTI0NTQxMsK1MMK1MMK1NcK1MjQ1MzM1wrU1wrUwwrUxOMK1MMK1MMK1LTIxNDc0ODM2NDjCtTHCtTJ8UERIwrVhOTQxNmU5OTAzNDg4YzI0OWUwZTk4MTQyZDYxODY3YnxSRMK1MzEwNTIwMjZ8UlTCtTcxOTAwfFVTwrUxfFJTwrVJTklU) **dedicated whatapp group:** [WhatsApp-Gruppeneinladung](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JYhguIYGM5L2Gj7zfRaViI) **Registration:** To sign up, please select "Yes" in the WhatsApp community survey for this activity: [🌄 Switzerland Discovery Crew (Preferred Ages 18-35)🌄 | WhatsApp-Kanal](https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoercY1XquRrJm58k3V) If the event will happen in more than 30 days, I haven't added the survey in the channel yet. (Because message in a WhatsApp channel can be read by a new member only 30 days before he joins. But you can already enter the corresponding WhatsApp group) If you are concerned about privacy, only the admin of a WhatsApp channel can see who has voted in a poll (unlike a WhatsApp group). Please sign up only when you are certain! You can also register through Meetup, as it helps build momentum; however, I rely only on the number of people who signed up through the WhatsApp survey.

**BREATH, MUSIC & A SPACE TO FULLY SWITCH OFF** 🗓 Date: **Sunday**, **31\. May** 🕗 Time: **18:00 -20:00** 🎟️[Tickets for this event are sold on Eversports.](https://www.eversports.ch/org/activity/c9b4f7db-215c-4a5a-8901-511f4905ca47) 📍 Location: [ANNTIN studio, Glattbrugg train station](https://www.google.com/maps/place/ANNTIN+%7C+wellbeing+studio+%7C+reformer+pilates,+yoga,+dance,+relaxation/@47.4303607,8.5571861,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x4790750ff37aaae5:0x6d7fac36f579e52a!8m2!3d47.4303607!4d8.559761!16s%2Fg%2F11ynkd5pn6?entry=tts&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQwOC4wIPu8ASoASAFQAw%3D%3D&skid=8e162335-44a5-4968-88b0-97308defc0c3) (10 min from HB, 7 min from Hardbrücke, 2 min from Oerlikon) ⸻ What to expect 🌬️ **Breath & movement** to unlock the body 🎵 **Deep immersive music journey** 🫁 **Conscious connected breathing** **⚡ Emotional release & nervous system reset** 🧠 From stress and overthinking into presence 🌙 Leave feeling calm, clear & deeply grounded ⸻ Most people end their Sunday already stressed about Monday. **This evening is the opposite.** **SOUND ESCAPE** is a guided breathwork & music experience designed to help you fully switch off the noise, release built-up tension and reconnect with yourself through breath, sound and feeling. We start with simple **breath-led movement** to open the body, lungs and airways, helping you land in the present moment instead of staying stuck in your head. Then the journey deepens. Through **conscious connected breathing**, carefully selected music and waves of activation and release, you’ll move through different emotional and nervous system states, from tension into calm, from mental noise into clarity, from holding on into letting go. **No performance.** **No pressure.** **Just music, breath and space to feel again.** [🎟 Tickets for this event are sold on Eversports.](https://www.eversports.ch/org/activity/c9b4f7db-215c-4a5a-8901-511f4905ca47) ⚠️ Limited spots available — join early to secure your spot. In case of any questions contact us here: [WhatsApp Community](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IguE1nGj7Eg7fbkA3kHr9M?mode=gi_t)

✨🎟️ [Ticket required !! CLICK HERE](https://atelier-yuniku.as.me/nerikomi-bowl) 🎟️✨ **MATCHA OR CEREAL NERIKOMI BOWL: Pottery Workshop** Pottery Workshop with Tereza (in English) at atelier yuniku 2 hours / CHF 60.00 Join us for a **calm session** where you’ll create your own **ceramic bowl** using the **nerikomi technique**. Whether you prefer a **matcha** or a bowl for your morning **cereal**, you’ll shape a piece that fits your style. You’ll begin by choosing your clay colors - earthy tones that are layered and combined to form soft, marbled patterns. Using the nerikomi technique, you’ll mix the clay to create natural color flows, then shape your bowl by hand using a pinching technique. To finish, you’ll gently carve and scrape the surface, revealing the patterns hidden within the clay. The result is a one-of-a-kind bowl with a raw, organic look. After the workshop, we’ll glaze and fire your piece for you. **Good to know:** * Course in English * Beginner-friendly – no prior experience needed * Choice of 2–3 clay colors * All materials provided * Small apéro with wine included * Bowl ready for pickup in approx. 4 weeks * One bowl included; extra bowls can be made for a materials fee **Check out more of our courses: [https://www.atelier-yuniku.ch/en/courses](https://www.atelier-yuniku.ch/en/courses)** ℹ️ Please note: * Tickets are non-refundable * Photos and videos may be taken during the event for communication and promotion purposes. Please let the host know if you do not want to be included.

Switzerlands first Silent Party on the lake! The best of the 90s & 2000s, Disco & Dance Classics, Hip Hop & Latin straight to your ears via headphones. But only you alone decide which song you want to hear from DJ Louis de Fume, J. Kaliim or Le Wax! Immediately afterwards the Silent Boat Party you can continue partying FOR FREE in the club Plaza to the hottest party beats & club sounds. Boarding: 19:40 Zürich Bürkliplatz Duration: 20:00 - 23:00 End: 23:00 Bürkliplatz - 5min tram ride away from Plaza Get your tickets here! [Link](https://www.zsg.ch/en/unique-cruises/silent-party-cruise-290526/)

**Brunch • Beats • Rooftop Vibes** Sundays in Zurich deserve a better soundtrack. On **Sunday, May 31**, we’re heading up to the rooftop terrace of **Hiltl Dachterrasse** for a special **Rooftop Sunday Social** – where brunch culture meets house music and great company. From **10:00 to 14:30**, the legendary rooftop of Hiltl turns into a daytime playground with brunch, drinks, sunshine, and electronic beats. Think of it as the Sunday version of the new **coffee rave trend** — relaxed, social, and full of energy, just earlier in the day and with amazing views over Zurich. **Zurich Together will have its own table**, so our crowd can start the day together, grab brunch, and warm up with familiar faces. From there, you can stay with the group or mingle with the wider party crowd on the terrace and dancefloor. Expect a fun mix of locals and internationals, open-minded people between **18 and 45**, and the kind of atmosphere where conversations start easily and Sundays suddenly become much more exciting. Sunlight, good music, brunch plates, day drinks, and a rooftop dancefloor — not a bad way to start the day. ☀️ **What to expect** • Rooftop brunch with beautiful city views • House music & sunny daytime vibes • Zurich Together table to meet our crowd • Social atmosphere – easy to meet new people • Dancing, drinks, and brunch on the terrace 🎟 **Tickets** Use our **15% discount code**: **Zurich-Together31** Get tickets here: https://tickets.brunch-party.ch/events/brunch-party-hiltl-dachterrasse-2026-05-31 Come solo or bring friends — either way, it’s the kind of Sunday where breakfast meets bassline. **Brunch. Beats. Rooftop.** Please note that tickets are **non-refundable**, but you are welcome to **transfer or sell your ticket to another person** if you’re unable to attend. Please join WhatsApp Chat once you will make your mind to come over: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GCY5lXrlMMlCE1uKmQc1C0

Open Mic Summer Special – tarde relajada junto al lago 🌅 ¿Te apetece desconectar después del trabajo y disfrutar de música en vivo en un ambiente veraniego? Nos reunimos en la terraza y el jardín de GZ Wollishofen (GZ=centro comunitario) para escuchar el Open Mic Summer Special, un evento al aire libre directamente junto al lago y con entrada gratuita. Durante los meses de mayo, junio y agosto, el Open Mic se celebra en la veranda exterior del GZ. Habrá artistas de distintos géneros y estilos acústicos, creando un ambiente muy relajado y perfecto para disfrutar de la tarde, conocer gente nueva y escuchar buena música al atardecer. 📍 Punto de encuentro: GZ Wollishofen 📌 Dirección: Bachstrasse 7, 8038 Zürich 🕖 Hora: 19:00 🕙 Fin del meetup: 22:00 💸 Gratis 🍹 En el lugar se pueden comprar bebidas, pero también puedes traer algo para tomar si prefieres. 🧺 Una manta puede ser útil para sentarse cómodamente en el jardín junto al lago.

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

Feeling down? Sometimes depressed? Can't focus? Negativity & stress? Recent losses? Creativity in career and personal life hindered by mental blocks? Sometimes we never fully recover from traumatic experiences. Whether it was yesterday, last week or a year ago, traumatic experiences - a loss of a loved one, losing a job, a breakup - can leave you scarred. You talk about it and feel a little better, but it never goes away. After you hang up the phone, it's still there; the sadness, the cloud, the over-thinking, the worry, the guilt. You try to focus, but you're blocked. You try to look forward into new experiences, new relationships but a cloud is hanging over you, casting a shadow on what you once considered a bright, cheerful future. What happened to your courage? Your strength of character? You're 'why not' attitude? Whoever said 'time heals' must have had a special time machine, because after weeks, months, years, you're wondering - when exactly does that kick in? Sometimes it seems like drinking or drugs are the way to go. But they wear off, and now the problem is still there with added side effects from the drugs. At this free local Meetup event we will talk about: * What causes grief, anxiety and depression to become chronic. * Is it possible to regain your joy and happiness even after traumatic experiences? * How to break away from negativity and focus on the future * What are the steps to take to get control of your mind and your emotions? Learn about a safe, gentle, do-it-yourself counseling that can be done in the comfort of your own home. Let's explore safe, effective solutions for healing from traumatic experiences. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.