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Dodgeball is back again! If you’ve been wanting to come out, this is an easy one to join. We’ll be playing for about 1.5 to 2 hours, you do not need to bring any equipment, and no experience is needed. We use a specific set of rules and equipment to make the games run better and keep them fun for everybody, not just people who already know how to play. If it rains, the event will be canceled.

**Comedy Night + Open Mic + Freestyle**: Sista Lu and crew debut this month to entertain us and to warm the group up for our open mic session. Our first two Open Mic / Comedy Nights were smash hits and now we have fresh talent to entertain us... Sista Lu hosts the Attic Comedy Club's weekly Open Mic Night downtown in Oldtowne East. She'll bring a couple friends and they will pull out all the stops to make you laugh. So, laugh. Or else... (yeah, that never works). Retread your old jokes or write new ones. I'm anxious to hear what people have dreamed up. Please don't make me tell stories. **On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: Please, Only park is spaces marked "Visitor." Turn right at the stop sign and the first 15 spaces on the right in the curve are visitor spaces. If those are full there are 28 more spaces across the back of the complex that are marked as visitor spaces. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! (ps - empty the glasses into the sink, not the trash ... please) **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

Please join me at the Annual [Greek Festival](https://www.columbusgreekfestival.com) on Labor Day weekend featuring the food, music and culture of Greece. One of the best summer festivals to immerse you in the arts, shopping, music and dance, but especially the food! **COST**: $5.00 adults. Good all weekend. Includes live music, dance and tours of cathedral. Food, drink and shopping extra. Tempting **Homemade Greek** **Food** indoors and Street Food outside https://www.columbusgreekfestival.com/festival-dining. Wash it down with Greek wine, beer or spirits. The Greek cooks make 8600 Spanakopites, 6700 Tyropites and 7600 Dolmathes in preparation for the fest. Burn off all those calories as young dancers engage you in fun Greek line dances. Just watch and tap your feet or join in! **MEETUP #1**: **6pm** \- Meet at the *side entrance (at Swan St)*, near the Columbus Greek Festival sign. **MEETUP #2:** **7pm** \- Meet inside near the Cathedral foyer\. **PARKING**: Closest: Vine & Neil pay lots. Convention Center Garage on Vine. Event parking fees apply (ParkMobile)

## Time & Location Sep 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Marysville, 16730 Martin Welch Rd, Marysville, OH 43040, USA ## About the event Open Barns are a chance for us to open our doors to the public. You can come and meet our 140+ beloved animal residents, tour our scenic property, ask our dedicated volunteers questions, and capture it all on camera. Tickets are required. $10 for adults, $5 for ages 4-17, and under 4 are free. ***As a vegan, volunteer-run nonprofit, all*** ***proceeds from our Open Barns go directly to the care and keeping of our precious animals.*** ***Advance tickets are required.*** To register for tickets[ ](https://sunrisesanctuary.app.neoncrm.com/forms/september-19th-2026-open-barn-day-registration?event=1263&&fbclid=IwY2xjawStIuZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFSOE5FM0hFenFRcm9GZjg1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjNL-3pyDbZKTQBRblmshYCP9VPrnZuRoHYf81oadvNRGuyQ7-E81rtSClJI_aem_hIeSy01ebVyG1ac_G8Xajw)**[CLICK HERE](https://sunrisesanctuary.app.neoncrm.com/forms/september-19th-2026-open-barn-day-registration?event=1263&&fbclid=IwY2xjawStIuZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFSOE5FM0hFenFRcm9GZjg1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjNL-3pyDbZKTQBRblmshYCP9VPrnZuRoHYf81oadvNRGuyQ7-E81rtSClJI_aem_hIeSy01ebVyG1ac_G8Xajw)**. We also love produce donations, especially melons, apples, pears, carrots, pineapple, squash, pumpkins, and lettuce. For the safety of our dogs, please no grapes.

Join us for our August Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss [Lucky Day](https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250398659/luckyday/) by Chuck Tingle in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts. Links: [at Columbus Metro Libaries](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/search?query=lucky+day+chuck+tingle) [at Worthington Libraries](https://catalog.clcohio.org/polaris/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=34.1033.0.0.13&type=Keyword&term=lucky%20day%20chuck%20tingle&by=KW&sort=MP&limit=TOM=*&query=&page=0&searchid=1)

Whether you're a big baseball fan or not, you might like the social twist we put on a Clippers game! $5.00 Fridays: Select small beers are $5! They also have your favorite hard seltzers and wine. **PREGAME**: Meet at ***Barley's Brewing on 467 N High Street***, just a few blocks east of the ballpark. **HAPPY HOUR** is 4-7pm with pregame specials and $4 pints! *At 7pm, we'll walk from Barleys to Huntington Field.* **TICKETS**: $10.00 at gate, purchase **STANDING ROOM ONLY**. **MEETUP**: We'll be near the Right Field bar stools/picnic tables. **RAIN?** Unless it's a thunderstorm or heavy rain, they play. We have a nearby plan B, indoors at Grandview Yard, if raining. **PARKING**: The garages near Nationwide will be busy with concert goers. *Find space in lots next to the ballpark (along W Nationwide Blvd) and near Crew Stadium. Short walk.* SRO (standing room only). These are the cheapest seats to purchase. WE WILL NOT BE STANDING much at all. The areas we land on have bar stools or picnic tables. There are also plenty of "lean on" along the first and third base line. Play ball!

**Silent Discos** are popping up all around Downtown. Flip through stations of chart-toppers and hot hits while dancing to the beat at outdoor block parties. **How it works**: You grab some headphones and find the tune that moves you and...move. The silly part is, your friend may be on a different channel (and moving to a different beat)! [The Junto](https://thejuntohotel.com/) is a fav spot to gather. Rooftop bar. Open air bar streetside. Lobby for lounging. Come by early for Easy Hour - discounted drinks and apps **Parking**: drive around the block to find *street parking* or *lots near COSI*. Parking garages under the condo units are great but usually $20 for events.

It's everyone's favorite season: BUCKEYE SEASON! Join us at Gateway to partake in the best tailgate this side of the stadium! Longtime FAVE Cbus performer Chris Logsdon will be LIVE in the plaza for 3 hours leading up to kickoff, with food and beverage specials from each of our participating venues! Watch the Buckeyes play on multi-screens inside and out. Brought to you by Eupouria, Gateway Film Center, and DogHaus Biergarten. PARKING: $20 FLAT RATE in the GATEWAY GARAGE, RIGHT BEHIND the property. (carpool to save $$) KICKOFF is NOON? Vs Ball State NOTE: Often we are ONLY able to secure ONE table area (ie you may be standing/leaning in). Wear comfy shoes and layered attire. Just after Gametime our Meetup officially ends but you are welcome to stay or wander with us to the Student Union and other parts of campus. GO BUCKS! Michele

**Let’s catch up and take an afternoon break.** **Grab a coffee or snack and let’s chit chat! I will bring adult coloring books if you’d like to unwind and relax.😊**

[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).

If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, working with yarn, this is the group for you. Meet new friends, bring your projects, learn from others.
We normally meet a few times a month during the week from 6-8pm. We will occasionally meet on weekends during daytime hours.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free. We'll be meeting in the sculpture garden area at the meeting time, which is just outside the cafe area by the main entry. When you approach the front desk/main entry area there will be some seating just outside the cafe area. If you can meet us there by 11:15 we'll head into the gallery area as a group, but if you arrive after that time feel free to message us through the meetup app, and we'll do our best to connect you with the group!

**All City Social** is a curated networking experience where meaningful relationships begin. Join entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, creators, and community leaders for an evening of guided conversations designed to help you build genuine connections—not just collect business cards. Whether you're looking for referral partners, collaborators, clients, new friendships, or simply want to expand your network in Columbus, you'll leave with relationships that continue long after the event ends.

Meeting at 10am at Global Gallery. We can get some food and drinks and then explore some of Columbus.

This meetup is available for our photo community's monthly members **➡️MORE INFO Become A Member → [https://www.shutterobi.com/join](https://www.shutterobi.com/join)** Enjoy unlimited community meetups, replays & sharing with a membership. \-\-\-\-\- WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH THIS MEETUP: * A LIVE online community meetup focused on SOCIAL MEDIA and website networking. * Start getting the engagement you deserve. TODAY: *Coffee & Collaborate: Share Your Social Media Or Website For More Engagement* WHAT YOU’LL GAIN * Build connections with people beyond your existing network. * Increase engagement by supporting other community members first. * Introduce your social media or website to others. * Discover other members worth following, supporting, and collaborating with. * Leave with new connections that continue after today. This meetup is available for our photo community's monthly members **➡️MORE INFO Become A Member → [https://www.shutterobi.com/join](https://www.shutterobi.com/join)** Enjoy unlimited community meetups, replays & sharing with a membership. \-\-\-\-\- Already a monthly member? Login & access the meetup event: [https://www.shutterobi.com](https://www.shutterobi.com)

How to Turn a Good Conversation Into an Actual Connection Let’s say you start a conversation.. GREAT! Then the problem is what happens after, the "let's hang out sometime" that never turns into an actual plan, the friendly chat that fades into nothing, the acquaintance you never quite become friends with… the first date that never comes. This workshop is all about the specific, tangible moves that turn a good conversation into a real friendship, a great romance and maybe even a solid social circle. **In 60 minutes, you'll learn how to:** * Lock in real plans on the spot, instead of vague "let's exchange numbers" energy * Build a group chat that takes on a life of its own * Start a recurring hangout that makes you the person people gather around * Deepen a friendship without oversharing (or staying stuck in small talk forever) * Become the person who connects others Whether you're rebuilding your social circle after a breakup, new to a city, or just tired of conversations that go nowhere, you'll leave with a concrete plan and a cheat sheet to take with you.

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**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract -** From Banned to Embraced: How One Team Empowered Dev, BA, and QA with AI Follow a software team's journey with AI adoption, from a company-wide ban to current production workflows, and how it actually empowers developers, BAs, and QA day-to-day. You'll get the honest wins, the scars, the governance that made it work, and one concrete thing each role can try tomorrow morning. **YouTube Link** TBD

Dear LCAA and Community Members, You are invited to the Licking County Apartment Association (LCAA) Whether you are a current or past member, a new investor, or a member of the community looking to meet some new faces, we invite you to join our meeting, network with local landlords and investors, and consider joining our group! Guests, friends and family are welcome! dinner at 6 Speaker starts at 6:30 We will have a Guest Speaker \~ 25 minutes Group Discussion \~ 25 minutes !!NEW LOCATION!! We will meet in person at True Core Federal Credit Union located at 215 Deo Drive., Newark Ohio. Please enter the door facing KOHL's. **Attend in person or contact us to attend via Zoom.** **Also check out our new website!** [www.lickingcountyapartmentassociation.org](http://www.lickingcountyapartmentassociation.org/) or our Facebook [Licking County Apartment Association | Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/501578698136310) (Your first 2 meetings are free before you have to pay dues. Check out website above for details.) Our group meets once per month and engages a different guest speaker at each meeting, followed by an invaluable discussion session about a variety of topics that pertain to the rental industry. Whether you are an established property owner or a novice investor, we encourage you to join one of our meetings to learn more about our group and membership opportunities. **Join Zoom Meeting** Licking County Apartment Association is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting [https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85388494753?pwd=MVdXOUhSbUMreGtQUWFtQklwaUFIdz09](https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85388494753?pwd=MVdXOUhSbUMreGtQUWFtQklwaUFIdz09) \-\-\- One tap mobile +13052241968,,7893060467#,,,,\*018506# US +13092053325,,7893060467#,,,,\*018506# US \-\-\- Dial by your location • +1 305 224 1968 US • +1 309 205 3325 US • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) • +1 646 931 3860 US • +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) • +1 507 473 4847 US • +1 564 217 2000 US • +1 669 444 9171 US • +1 689 278 1000 US • +1 719 359 4580 US • +1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) • +1 253 205 0468 US • +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) • +1 360 209 5623 US • +1 386 347 5053 US Meeting ID: 789 306 0467 Passcode: 018506 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kh0C9zevD [lickingcoapartmentassociation@gmail.com](http://mailto:lickingcoapartmentassociation@gmail.com/)

Join us (Katie/Paola) for some chill time with games on Ludio! we are fun I promise :D To join the event, go to: [https://www.ludio.gg/ladies-night](https://www.ludio.gg/ladies-night) and click “Join today’s hosted event”. We play many different party games, word games, drawing games, bluffing games, card games, and more. Paola and I pick a few games and teach you all the rules - we try to play a few different games each time. Think Codenames, Hearts/Spades, pictionary, taboo, Mafia, etc. - something for everyone! It’s totally fine to take breaks within the game night, join a bit late, or leave when you have to … all the games we play are short, easy, and chill! We advertise this event in multiple groups so RSVPs are not indicative of how many people will show up - we always get a good turnout! Requirements: * You will need a computer or a tablet **(no phones sorry)** * You need a Chromium-based browser on your computer (e.g. Google Chrome) * You will need a webcam and microphone to participate in the games