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New faces. Real talk. No pressure. Join us for Speed Friending at Niema — the easiest (and most fun) way to meet people in the city. Whether you’re new in town, a creative soul, or just tired of small talk—this night is for you. 💵Free 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/NTsnCf5C6WHgnBAHA?g_st=ic Instagram 📲: https://www.instagram.com/cafeniema/profilecard/?igsh=cXF1ejJuZ2l2cWhp

Weekly open mic night at Crossroads Bar! Join us every Thursday at 8:00 PM for an open mic style jam session where expats and locals come together to make music and have fun! Whether you're a seasoned musician or just love watching live music, you're more than welcome to join us. Time: Every Thursday, 8:00 PM Location: Crossroads Bar What to expect: \- A welcoming atmosphere for both performers and listeners \- Mix of musical styles and impromptu collaborations \- Great opportunity to meet fellow expats and music enthusiasts \- Friendly environment for all skill levels Bring along: \- Your instrument \(if you play one\) \- Your voice \(if you like to sing\) \- Your good vibes \(if you just want to enjoy the music\!\) No musical experience? No problem! Come enjoy the atmosphere, meet new people, and be part of our growing community. Free entry!

Looking to make new expat (or local) friends in Tbilisi? Join us for our weekly Friday meetup at the Crossroads bar. Whether you're an expat living in Tbilisi, or a local looking to make foreigner friends, you're welcome to join the event! You get to: ✅Meet new people from all around the world ✅Improve your English skills ✅Network with people with all sorts of backgrounds skills, or stories ✅Enjoy signature cocktails at the #1 expat bar in Tbilisi ✅Free attendance (just buy a drink) 🕒Time: 9 PM 📅Date: Every Friday 📍Place: Crossroads Bar

Bedoba is one of Georgia’s most meaningful traditions — a centuries-old celebration believed to set the tone for the entire year ahead. According to Georgian belief, **how you spend Bedoba is how your whole year will unfold**: the people you are with, the emotions you feel, the laughter you share. On this special day, Georgians choose joy, kindness, good company, and positive energy — welcoming destiny with open arms. Join us at **La Mano on January 2nd** to celebrate Bedoba the right way: ✨ warm atmosphere ✨ good drinks and music ✨ smiles, conversations, and new connections Spend your Bedoba surrounded by positive people and good vibes — and let your year begin beautifully. 📍 **La Mano** 🗓 **January 2nd – Bedoba Day** 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)

### A Night of Luck, Vibes & Celebration Join us at **Niema – Expats Bar** for **BEDOBA**, a special Georgian-inspired night celebrating **luck, positive energy, and good beginnings**. In Georgian tradition, **Bedoba** is the *Day of Fate* — it’s believed that how you spend this day sets the tone for your future. That’s why this night is all about **good people, good music, good drinks, and good vibes only**. ✨ Positive energy & celebration 🎶 Music to dance, vibe, and connect 🍷 Drinks flowing all night 🌍 International & friendly crowd 🔥 Party atmosphere with cultural spirit Come celebrate, smile, dance, and create good memories — because **your Bedoba should be joyful**. 💵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

Say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new one with great vibes, good music, and an international crowd! 🌍✨ Join us at **Expats Bar Niema** for a **New Year’s celebration** where locals and expats come together to dance, drink, and celebrate as one big community 🥂 🎶 Music & party vibes 🍹 Great drinks & special offers 🌍 Meet international people 🎉 Celebrate together until the countdown Let’s make memories, share cultures, and start the New Year in the best way—**together**! 💵 Free 📍 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/DLxPtzPb5T1AwWJXA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy](https://maps.app.goo.gl/DLxPtzPb5T1AwWJXA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy) 📲 Instagram : [https://www.instagram.com/cafeniema?igsh=cXF1ejJuZ2l2cWhp&utm_source=qr](https://www.instagram.com/cafeniema?igsh=cXF1ejJuZ2l2cWhp&utm_source=qr)

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

Bienvenue! Columbus French Conversation group invites you to our Saturday morning French conversation club. Expect a casual and welcoming atmosphere in which to learn french! I will bring my laptop so we can look up new vocabulary as needed! The venue is a beautiful French restaurant so you can really get into the zone :)

First Sundays are free admission at Franklin Park Conservatory. Sunday, January 4th, is also the last day The Palm House will be open before renovations begin. Let’s meet, enjoy a respite from January weather, and wander the gardens. Free neanthe bella palms are available to guests, beginning at 10am, while supplies last. Afterwards, we can visit the nearby East Market (212 Kelton Avenue).

Come check us out! You will have a wonderful time! The music and friendships are life-changing!

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow

Come learn a song with us! You will have a wonderful time! The music and friendships are life-changing!