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THE TOUR IS IN ENGLISH. The tour lasts 2 hours. We’ll walk from place Monge to Notre Dame, in one of the nicest areas in Paris. Explore the rich tapestry of Paris’s Muslim heritage. Discover the significant contribution of the Muslims to the cultural, architectural, and religious landscape of the city. FRAIS DE PARTICIPATION: 10 euros. Étudiants, personnes sans emplois ou percevant minima sociaux : gratuit Je ne demande pas de justificatif . No stress! Join my telegram group to get in touch with me. https://t.me/+rkZ3RU8XEJ43MDdk

Hello! 😊 Ready to share your travel stories and meet expats, internationals, and Parisians? Join our Saturday night event to connect and chat in any language! It’s the travelers’ aperitif and a legendary Parisian meetup! **💬 Concept** Spend an evening in a bar, get to know travelers, expats, and curious Parisians, and share your adventures or international experiences. 🌍 Whether you’re alone or with friends, it’s the perfect opportunity to build connections, discover new cultures, and expand your circle of friends! Upon arrival, grab a numbered sticker from the organizer or at the bar. ➡️ This number is your key to making connections! Find someone with the same number, share a travel story or start a conversation, and… 🍹 you’ll receive a free shot or a small tasting to celebrate your new encounter! **Practical Info:** 🕖 Time: From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM 💸 Free with the pass available on the free Socializus app 📲 WhatsApp for quick info:[https://chat.whatsapp.com/IVuEzaPwe0h4iRHglUZWoa](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IVuEzaPwe0h4iRHglUZWoa) **How to join:** Download the free app for the free pass and meeting point:[www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Or support the association with an annual membership card:[https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Stay connected:** 🔹 Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/) 🔹 WhatsApp (info & day-of reminders):[https://chat.whatsapp.com/IVuEzaPwe0h4iRHglUZWoa](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IVuEzaPwe0h4iRHglUZWoa) (Enable “Receive all” to stay in the loop!) 🔹 Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Facebook Page: Photos, memories, and updates: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Socializus:[www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 Become an Organizer: Contact us via: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) and get a free drink! 🍴 It’s 100% free because we’re a non-profit association. ✦✦ Last-minute changes may occur, but everything is updated via the Socializus app. We rely on registrations via the free pass to manage the number of participants. Only sign up if you’re sure you’ll come—we’re counting on you! 😊 Come share your travel stories, meet souls from around the world, and enjoy an unforgettable evening!

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The MeltingSpot Team**

*🍾 Entre 10 et 30 participants internationaux 🍷* Nous nous réunissons pour favoriser les échanges culturels et la pratique des langues étrangères. 🥂 Ce soir, toutes les langues sont les bienvenues ! L'ambiance est conviviale et décontractée, et le nombre de participants est limité. Les participants ne seront partagés qu'avec les détenteurs d'une carte de membre annuelle valide. La carte de membre offre une particularité : choisissez un numéro de vignette et recevez un shot gratuit au bar après avoir discuté avec les autres membres du groupe. Prix du billet : 5 € (disponible depuis hier). ⬇️ [https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025](https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025)

🎨🔥 Friendly Art gallery Crawl of Paris🍹🍸☀️✨ Please take a moment to read this full description for all details. Meeting point below 👇 \-\-\- 📍 ✨ New Official WhatsApp Group ✨ : We’ve opened a fresh & secure group for all 👉 Join here : https://chat.whatsapp.com/I2kUrmDNoALF2pGcd4RWcD ⚡ Stay updated on: Upcoming gallery crawls After-events vibes (The old group is no longer active, so make sure you’re in this one 😉) (We’ll also share live updates during the tour in this group.) \-\-\- 👋 WHAT IS IT? An Art Gallery Crawl — a friendly evening tour of art openings where you get to: ✨ Explore contemporary art ✨ Meet the artists in person ✨ Connect with international & local friendly people \-\-\- 🌎 WHO IS IT FOR? Perfect for anyone who: \- Loves discovering contemporary art in a fun & social way \- Is curious and enjoys unique cultural experiences Wants to explore Paris, the City of Lights, differently \-\-\- 🕖 WHEN? Every Saturday evening (+ occasional mid-week specials). Each tour is unique, with new exhibitions & artists every time. 👉 You’ll visit at least 3 galleries per tour. (Explanations OF artists will be in english or sometimes in french) \-\-\- 🚩 PROGRAM OF THE DAy 🎨✨ 3 art places 1️⃣ Closing Art exhibition opening ( Discover a contemporary art exhibition in the presence of the exhibiting artists, with free drinks provided 🥂🎨 2️⃣ Exceptional artists’ studio atelier visits Explore a unique event bringing together 15 artists’ studios in one beautiful and inspiring location — a rare opportunity to see, exchange, and discover artworks directly with the artists ✨🖌️ 3️⃣ Art exhibition opening (Vernissage) Discover a contemporary art exhibition in the presence of the exhibiting artists, with free drinks provided 🥂🎨 📍 Meeting Point in front of the door at 5.55pm at : 12 Rue Choron, 75009 Paris \- Metro Cadet Line 7 Google Maps link : \- https://maps\.app\.goo\.gl/fFLCNd1Y6V6zCA8RA ⏱️ Departure for the next gallery: 6.35pM ❗ Don’t go inside without the host – wait at the entrance. If you’re late: 📲 Text only: +33 6 24 73 13 32 or check the new WhatsApp group. \-\-\- 🔍 HOW TO FIND US? We’ll meet in front of the door of the exhibition. Look for the red & white Meetup badge around the host’s neck. \-\-\- ✅ RECOMMENDATIONS : 👟 Wear comfortable shoes 👕 Dress code: Come as you are! 🚲 Please avoid scooters, bikes, or cars – we walk together. ☔ Rain or shine, the tour goes on! \- dont come with big bags to be carrefull with the artworks \. 👜 Please don’t bring big bags (to be careful with the artworks) Bring your ticket transport because sometimes we have to take the métro \-\-\- 💶 FEE : \- 15 euros on site \(cash only\) for the full tour\. * This fee will be asked to pay the organisation of the tour . * 💡 Please prepare exact cash in advance to avoid delays. * 🍷Free Drinks provided . \-\-\- 📌 IMPORTANT NOTES : ❌ Cancellation: If you can’t attend, please unsubscribe & message the organizer. 📸 Photos may be taken during the tour. If you prefer not to appear, let us know in advance before the tour . \-\-\- ❤️ JOIN THE COMMUNITY : 📍 New WhatsApp group 👉 Join here https://chat.whatsapp.com/I2kUrmDNoALF2pGcd4RWcD Let’s keep exploring & connecting through art together. See you soon! Your Art Social Circuit Team 🎨✨

\* FRANÇAIS\* (English version below) Bienvenue à tous et toutes! Nous nous retrouvons tous les mardis, jeudis et samedis de 20h à minuit au Denfert Café pour pratiquer toutes les langues et échanger sur les cultures du monde. Pour faciliter ces échanges libres, vous serez accueilli(e) à votre arrivée par un(e) hôte(sse) qui vous expliquera le concept et le fonctionnement de nos soirées. Chaque participant(e) recevra une étiquette avec son prénom/ pseudo et les langues/ cultures qui vous intéressent... même si vous ne les maîtrisez pas. Ce qui nous intéresse, c'est votre ouverture d'esprit et ce que chacun(e) peut apporter à la communauté en termes de diversité et de spécificité linguistique et/ ou culturelle. Impatients de vous rencontrer! \* ENGLISH\* Welcome everyone! We meet every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8 pm to midnight at Denfert Café to practice languages ​​and share about world cultures. To facilitate these informal exchanges, you will be greeted upon arrival by a host who will explain the concept and how our evenings work. Each participant will receive a name tag with their first name/username and the languages/cultures that interest them... even if you don't speak them fluently. What interests us is your open-mindedness and what each person can bring to the community in terms of linguistic and/or cultural diversity and specificity. Can't wait to meet you!

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Rejoignez-nous pour une après-midi conviviale autour du bubble tea et du Mahjong ! Découvrez différentes saveurs de bubble tea, partagez vos histoires et expériences culturelles, pratiquez vos langues avec d’autres participants, et dégustez nos snacks et nouilles artisanales. Ambiance détendue, échanges enrichissants et plaisirs garantis **Ticket Standard – 10 €** 1 boisson au choix (hors alcool). **Ticket Premium – 13,8 €** 1 boisson au choix (hors alcool) + un snack ou un dessert. **Ticket Gourmet – 19,8 €** 1 boisson au choix (hors alcool) + un plat de nouilles artisanales Join us for a friendly afternoon with Bubble Tea and Mahjong! Discover different bubble tea flavors, share your stories and cultural experiences, practice languages with other participants, and enjoy our handmade snacks and noodles. A relaxed atmosphere, enriching exchanges, and guaranteed fun! **Standard Ticket – €10** 1 drink of your choice (excluding alcohol). **Premium Ticket – €13.8** 1 drink of your choice (excluding alcohol) + 1 snack or dessert. **Gourmet Ticket – €19.8** 1 drink of your choice (excluding alcohol) + 1 handmade noodle dish.

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The MeltingSpot Team**

Hey toi ! Viens profiter d’un moment unique de remise en forme et de détente avec sauna, hammam et jacuzzi. L’alternance de chaleur sèche, vapeur et bain bouillonnant est idéale pour recharger tes batteries et te relaxer en profondeur avant de commencer une nouvelle semaine. On se retrouve en petit groupe, pour partager un moment de bien-être. L’activité est dans l’espace VIP à l’étage de la piscine. Le plus sympa est de partir ensemble en vélib du métro porte de Saint Cloud pour rejoindre la piscine, on en parle sur chat comme indiqué ici … Accorde-toi un vrai moment de détente, sans te ruiner, grâce à notre tarif préférentiel à seulement 15€. **Infos pratiques :** 🕖 Horaire : à partir de 15h ℹ️ Déroulement de l'événement et question en commentaire sur l’app gratuite socializus ⚠️maillot de bain et bonnet de bain homologué pour la piscine 📲 WhatsApp (infos & rappels jour J) : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE) **Comment participer :** Télécharger l’app gratuite Socializus pour avoir la carte détaillé, le point de rendez-vous et les message de groupe : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) **Nos réseau sociaux :** 🔹 Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/) 🔹 WhatsApp (infos & rappels jour J) 📲 WhatsApp (info & day-of reminders): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE) (Active “Tout recevoir” pour ne rien manquer !) 🔹Groupe Facebook – [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) 🔹Page Facebook – Photos, souvenirs et actus : [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) 🔹 Socializus : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) **🔹 Deviens Orga : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm)** Nous sommes une association à but non lucratif, nous partageons une réduction sur le tarif. ✦✦ Les changements de dernière minute peuvent arriver, mais tout est mis à jour via l’app Socializus. Inscris-toi seulement si tu es sûr·e de venir, on compte sur toi ! 😊 📸 / 🎥 En participant à notre activité, vous acceptez d'être photographié et / ou filmé. Les photos et vidéos seront partagées sur nos réseaux sociaux et pourront être utilisées à des fins commerciales. Vous pouvez également publier vos propres photos avec le #socializus .................................................. ........................ 🕑 Merci de respecter les horaires. .................................................. ......................... A bientôt La team meetup

**Échange Linguistique Français–Anglais 🇫🇷🤝🇬🇧** Bonjour à toutes et à tous ! Nous espérons que vous allez bien ! 😊 Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à notre échange linguistique français–anglais ! 💶 **Participation :** 5 € en **ESPÈCES** pour l'organisation + Commandez une boisson au bar 📱 **Contact :** **[Rejoignez notre groupe WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EQr7SpyBTsfFEvaMH84sAM)** (pour la localisation en direct pendant l’événement et les annonces hebdomadaires) 💌 Venez seul·e ou accompagné·e — vous repartirez avec de nouvelles amitiés et des souvenirs inoubliables. 🗣️ **Concept de l’événement :** L’échange dure 2 heures et se divise en 4 sessions de 30 minutes : Chaque table accueille 4 à 6 personnes, avec un mélange de francophones et d’anglophones 15 minutes en français, suivies de 15 minutes en anglais À la fin de chaque session, les tables sont remaniées pour rencontrer de nouvelles personnes ! Cet événement est placé sous le signe de la détente et de l’échange culturel — sans pression, juste de bonnes vibes et de belles conversations. 🥂 ❗ **Important :** Ce n’est **pas un speed-dating**. Merci à tous de nous aider à maintenir une atmosphère respectueuse et inclusive. 📸 **Consentement média :** Des photos et vidéos seront prises pendant l’événement. En y participant, vous acceptez qu’elles puissent être utilisées dans notre communication ou sur les réseaux sociaux. Si vous avez des objections, merci de le signaler aux organisateurs. On a hâte de vous voir ! 😊 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧 **French and English Language Exchange 🇫🇷🤝🇬🇧** Hello everyone! We hope you’re doing well! 😊 We’re excited to invite you to our French-English Language Exchange! 💶 **Fee:** €5 in **CASH** for organizing + Order a drink from the bar 📱 **Contact:** **[Join our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EQr7SpyBTsfFEvaMH84sAM)** (for live location during events and weekly event updates) **💌 Come solo or with friends —** you’ll leave with new friendships and unforgettable memories. 🗣️ **Event Concept:** The exchange lasts 2 hours and is split into 4 sessions of 30 minutes: * Each table has 4–6 people, with a mix of French and English speakers * 15 minutes in French, followed by 15 minutes in English * After each session, tables are reshuffled so you meet new people! This event is all about relaxed, friendly cultural exchange — no pressure, just good vibes and great conversation. 🥂 ❗ **Important:** This is not a speed-dating event. We kindly remind everyone to help us maintain a respectful and inclusive atmosphere. 📸 **Media Consent:** Photos and videos will be taken during the event. By participating, you consent to their use in promotional materials and on social media. If you have concerns, please inform the organizers. We can't wait to see you there! 😊

¡Hola! 😊 Ven a disfrutar de un momento único de relajación y bienestar con sauna, hammam y jacuzzi. La combinación de calor seco, vapor y baño de burbujas es ideal para recargar energías y relajarse profundamente antes de empezar una nueva semana. Nos reuniremos en un pequeño grupo para compartir un momento de bienestar. La actividad se llevará a cabo en el espacio VIP en la planta superior de la piscina. Lo más divertido es ir juntos en vélib desde el metro Porte de Saint Cloud hasta la piscina, lo organizaremos a través del chat como se indica aquí… 📲 Date un verdadero momento de relajación, sin gastar mucho, gracias a nuestra tarifa especial de solo 15€. **Información práctica:** 🕖 Horario: a partir de las 15h ℹ️ Detalles del evento y preguntas: en los comentarios de la app gratuita Socializus ⚠️ Traje de baño y gorro de piscina homologado obligatorios 📲 WhatsApp (info y recordatorios el día del evento): https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE **Cómo participar:** Descarga la app gratuita Socializus para obtener el mapa detallado, el punto de encuentro y los mensajes del grupo: www.socializus.org **Nuestras redes sociales:** 🔹 Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/fiesta-latina-paris/ ](https://www.meetup.com/fiesta-latina-paris/) 🔹 WhatsApp (info y recordatorios): https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE (Activa “Recibir todo” para no perderte nada) 🔹 Grupo de Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/ 🔹 Página de Facebook – Fotos, recuerdos y noticias: https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/ 🔹 Socializus: www.socializus.org 🔹 Conviértete en organizador: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm Somos una asociación sin fines de lucro y compartimos un descuento en la tarifa. 💸 ✦✦ Puede haber cambios de última hora, pero todo se actualiza a través de la app Socializus. Por favor, inscríbete solo si estás seguro/a de asistir, ¡contamos contigo! 😊 📸 / 🎥 Al participar en nuestra actividad, aceptas ser fotografiado/a y/o filmado/a. Las fotos y videos se compartirán en nuestras redes sociales y podrán usarse con fines comerciales. También puedes publicar tus propias fotos con el hashtag #socializus .................................................. ........................ 🕑 Por favor, respeta los horarios. .................................................. ........................ ¡Nos vemos pronto! 🚴 El equipo de Meetup

La **Biennale Némo 2025** est de retour à Paris et en Île-de-France ! 🌟 Ce grand rendez-vous de l’art contemporain et numérique explore les liens entre le réel, le virtuel et l’imaginaire à travers des **installations immersives**, des **performances audiovisuelles** et des **expériences interactives** inédites. Au programme : * Œuvres et dispositifs qui brouillent la frontière entre humain et machine 🤖 * Performances sensorielles et visuelles captivantes 🎭 * Créations d’artistes, designers et chercheurs venus du monde entier 🌍 Nous irons ensemble découvrir les expositions du **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, l’un des lieux phares de cette édition. Ce sera l’occasion de **partager nos impressions**, **échanger autour des œuvres** et **vivre une expérience collective et inspirante**. 💫 Et si vous souhaitez aller plus loin, pourquoi ne pas participer à l’organisation ? 👉 En devenant **co-organisateur·rice**, **event organizer** ou **assistant·e organizer**, vous pouvez aider à planifier la sortie, proposer des idées ou donner un petit coup de main pour que tout roule.

Hello! 😊 Come enjoy a unique moment of relaxation and wellness with sauna, hammam, and jacuzzi. The combination of dry heat, steam, and bubbling water is perfect for recharging your energy and relaxing deeply before starting a new week. We’ll meet in a small group to share a moment of well-being. The activity will take place in the VIP area upstairs at the pool. The most fun part is riding together on vélib from the Porte de Saint Cloud metro to the pool—we’ll organize it via chat as mentioned here… 📲 Treat yourself to a true moment of relaxation without breaking the bank, thanks to our special rate of only 15€ instead of 20€ **Practical Information:** 🕖 Time: Starting at 3 PM ℹ️ Event details and questions: In the comments on the free Socializus app or with whatsapp ⚠️ This meeting is in a swimming pool so we need to follow French swimming pool rules (swimsuit and swimming cap) 📲 WhatsApp (info & day-of reminders): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE) **How to Participate:** Download the free Socializus app to get the detailed map, meeting point, and group messages: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org/) **Our Social Networks:** 🔹 Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/internationals-events-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/internationals-events-paris/) 🔹 WhatsApp (info & reminders): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GI6JPhDtywSGZYlK19aiLE) (Activate “Receive All” to stay updated!) 🔹 Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Facebook Page – Photos, memories, and news: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org/) 🔹 Become an Organizer: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) We are a non-profit association, and we’re sharing a discounted rate. 💸 ✦✦ Last-minute changes may happen, but everything is updated via the Socializus app. Please sign up only if you’re sure you can attend—we’re counting on you! 😊 📸 / 🎥 By participating in our activity, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed. Photos and videos will be shared on our social networks and may be used for commercial purposes. You can also share your own photos with the hashtag #socializus .................................................. ........................ 🕑 Please respect the schedule. .................................................. ........................ See you soon! 🚴 Paul

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. If the weather cooperates we will be meeting in the patio. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

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 and join our lively Japanese language meetup, where Japanese language learners and native speakers come together to learn, play, and connect. We’ll practice through fun games and interactive conversation in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Whether you’re just starting out, more advanced, or a native speaker who enjoys helping others, everyone is encouraged to join and participate. After the library we'll take a leisurely walk together to get food/drinks. There are many options around including North Market Bridge Park. It's a perfect opportunity to continue our conversations and enjoy each other's company over a meal.

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [5 Bean Coffee](https://5beancoffee.com/)!

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

Join us as we celebrate **National Spaghetti Day** with this hearty dish! Though the origins of spaghetti are disputed—whether it was Marco Polo bringing back culinary invention from the East or a home-grown Sicilian treat dating back to the 12th Century—we can all agree that a cold day with a big bowl of noodle-y, saucy goodness is balm for the soul. # Carfagnas Spaghetti and Sauce *Everybody's favorite!* Our handmade egg spaghetti topped with our homemade marinara and served with two of our famous meatballs. There are other classic spaghetti dishes on the menu, too. **Where:** We'll have tables in their beautiful upscale bar at Carfagna's Ristorante; and you need to check out everything Italian this place has to offer under one roof!! (shopping, pastry) ***Reservation for 12 under Michele Z starts at 2pm***. *Members Only. Space is limited so no guests, please.* I hope you'll join me at Carfagna's AMAZING complex on Gemini/Polaris. -Michele