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Join us for New Year’s Eve Party in Scarborough at **Rama Gaming House** as we welcome **2026**. This special night is designed for guests who want to **enjoy good food**, **live music, exciting games, and the thrill of big prizes in a warm and festive atmosphere.** Our **New Year’s Eve dinner package** is available for only **$29.99** and provides a complete dining experience for the evening. Guests will enjoy **one soup**, **one main course (New Year’s Eve Special)**, **one dessert (Apple Crumble or Cheese Cake)**, and **one drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic).** In addition, you can buy wings just for $1. It is a great way to start the night before enjoying the entertainment and activities planned throughout the venue. **Enjoy Live music** **from 9 PM until 12:30 AM**, creating the perfect mood for a fun and social night out. Whether you want to relax with friends, or enjoy the tunes, the music will keep the celebration going. Every purchase also includes **$10 in bonus play**. This gives guests extra value and even more opportunities to enjoy our games while celebrating the final night of the year. It is our way of adding some extra excitement to your visit. Moreover, **guests who buy the dinner package will receive two entry tickets for our special New Year’s Eve cash prize draw worth $2,026**. Additionally, this grand prize adds an element of anticipation and joy as we approach midnight. Someone will begin the new year with a memorable win. This **New Year’s Eve Party in Scarborough** at **Rama Gaming House** Rama Gaming House invites everyone **aged 19 and over** to celebrate safely and joyfully at our [Scarborough location](https://ramagaming.com/location/scarborough/). Bring your friends, enjoy the food and music, explore the games, and take part in a unique New Year’s Eve experience that brings the community together. We look forward to celebrating 2026 with you. [RKitchen](https://www.rkitchen.ca/) will host the evening’s festivities. We will organize the dine-in experience into four separate time slots between 6 PM and 10 PM. Each guest books a table as per their preferred time-slot. Every seating lasts for one full hour. This structure helps manage guest flow, reduce wait times, and ensure everyone gets an enjoyable and relaxed dining experience. Once a seating ends, the next group of guests will be welcomed for the following time slot. Tickets Link: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976510061801?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976510061801?aff=oddtdtcreator)

*Games Schedule* Wednesday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 3 / 5 NLH - $500 Free Roll Thursday Event: - 1 / 2 NLH - Deep Stack - Min 100 - Max 1000 - $500 Free Roll Friday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 1 / 3 PLO - $500 Free Roll Saturday Event: - 1 / 2 NLH - Deep Stack - Min 100 - Max 1000 - $500 Free Roll Sunday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 2 / 2 PLO - $500 Free Roll Monday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 3 / 5 NLH - $500 Free Roll

\#\# Dress in Yunnan Ethnic Glam · Feast on the Peacock Banquet · Battle in the Guandan Showdown \*\*\* \#\# ✨ All\-Night NYE Entertainment Ka \#\# Dress in Yunnan Ethnic Glam · Feast on the Peacock Banquet · Battle in the Guandan Showdown \*\*\* \#\# ✨ All\-Night NYE Entertainment * 🎤 **Karaoke Party** — Sing from Jay Chou classics to holiday hits * 🃏 **Guandan Tournament** — Challenge friends & claim the crown * 🎲 **Board Game Mayhem** — Play your way into the new year * 🍾 **Midnight Champagne Toast** — Celebrate as the clock strikes 12 * 🎁 **Mystery Grand Prizes** — Lucky draws throughout the night \*\*\* \#\# 📆 Date & Time **December 31st \| 5:00 PM – 12:12 AM** \#\# 📍 Location 3550 Victoria Park Ave unit 100, North York, ON M2H 2E1 · Toronto, ON North York *(RSVP via WeChat: **meetint0 or What's app 6478483328** )* \*\*\* \#\# 🎫 Tickets 👑 **Member Price:** $50 🐦 **Early Bird (20 spots):** $59.99 🎯 **General Admission:** $69.99

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\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $15 and $45 depending on which type of class you want to continue with.\* These French, Spanish, and English, classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a francophone, hispanophone, or anglophone country. *English in this class can only taught in French and Spanish unless you are an advanced learner* The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. **Program is also offered in private and online classes**. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other French nor Spanish classes are as oral as these ones. We guarantee it! Group classes are hosted at **600 Bay Street** (Wishbone Animal Rights Lab) every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Call (647)787-9953 upon arrival if no one is there to let you in, and someone will come down to let you in. Parking is available across from the Greyhound bus station on Elm Street and Bay Street.

**Note**: Members can use the Comments to arrange getting together at a location, as I will be in Curacao and unable to host. On **Wednesday December 31st/ Wednesday January 1st**, **check out a variety of New Year's Eve events in downtown Toronto.** Here are options you can enjoy! Bundle up and perhaps take some hot chocolate with you, or avail of the onsite food/drink. Also, take advantage of free TTC/ GO from Dec 31st @ 7p, until Jan 1st end of day for the TTC, and 8am for GO. ‐----‐----‐‐-------------‐----------- **Harbourfront Centre Fireworks and Celebrations**, **Dec 31st,** **10pm - 12:10am, Free, 235 Queens Quay West.** Enjoy live entertainment at Harbourfront Centre Stage, a spectacular 10-minute midnight fireworks display lighting up the city skyline and visible from anywhere with a view of Toronto’s inner harbour or can be watched live on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@Culture_TO). Take advantage of other Fireworks & Fun [activities](https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/new-years-eve/) in other areas of Toronto's harbourfront. **The Distillery Winter Village Bash, Dec 31st,** 1**0pm - midnight, $35 tickets required after 4pm, 55 Mill St.** Celebrate the arrival of 2026 at one of Canada’s most iconic destinations! Dance under a canopy of lights with a live DJ, and enjoy an unforgettable fireworks display at midnight.[ ](https://www.thedistillerywintervillage.com/buy?id=eb198f07-147f-490c-b393-280a0723b556&tic=GA&ts=10PM-12)**[Purchase](https://www.thedistillerywintervillage.com/buy?id=eb198f07-147f-490c-b393-280a0723b556&tic=GA&ts=10PM-12) Tickets.** **Toronto's Best Singles NYE Party – An Elegant Affair, Dec 31st,** **9pm - 2am, $50, Kelly's Landing, 123 Front St. W.** Celebrate 2026 in style with Toronto’s most eligible singles at Single in the City’s 20th Annual New Year’s Party. [Kelly’s Landing](https://www.thelandinggroup.ca/en/locations/on/toronto/123-front-st.-w), conveniently across from Union Station, provides the perfect setting to mingle, dance, and flirt your way into the new year. **[Purchase](https://singleinthecity.ca/events/toronto-singles-new-years-party/) tickets**. **Dinner + House Party at The Drake Hotel, Dec 31st,** **5pm - 3am** **Dinner + House Party reservations 5 - 8:30pm then stay for the party, $129/ person (plus tax + gratuity)** **A decadent dinner party with live music and vibrant sounds awaits.** Savour a 4-course prix fixe dinner before seamlessly transitioning into their three-level NYE House Party. Enjoy DJs and dance floors, tarot readings, games night, and flowing cocktails — all in West Queen West’s most iconic venue, shaped by its energy, art, and design.[ ](https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/thedrakehotel/new-years-eve--8451708168)**[Make reservation.](https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/thedrakehotel/new-years-eve--8451708168)** **House Party Only, 9pm - 3am, $50 early bird, $60, purchase [ticket](https://www.sevenrooms.com/events/ahNzfnNldmVucm9vbXMtc2VjdXJlchwLEg9uaWdodGxvb3BfVmVudWUYgIC0ja-DgAoM?event_id=ahNzfnNldmVucm9vbXMtc2VjdXJlcjkLEg9uaWdodGxvb3BfVmVudWUYgIC0ja-DgAoMCxIQc3JfR2VuVmVudWVFdmVudBiAgK2Rw7igCAw).** **ROM for the Holidays, Dec 31st/ Jan 1st, 10am - 5:30pm, $26 + taxes, Queens Park and Bloor Streets** This is a holiday tradition you won't want to miss with enhanced programming, live performances, hands-on experiences, four special exhibitions and re-imagined dinosaur galleries, Bring your curiosity and enjoy a stress-free day with family and friends. **[Purchase](https://www.rom.on.ca/whats-on/special-programs/rom-holidays) tickets**. **Bravissimo! New Year’s Eve at the Canadian Opera Company returns to Roy Thomson Hall, Dec 31, 7pm, $90-$289, 60 Simcoe St.** This New Year's Eve, the romance, drama, and grandeur of opera's greatest hits returns to Roy Thomson Hall for a one-of-a-kind concert event. Backed by the power of the Canadian Opera Company Orchestra, four international stars perform genre-defining selections from the greatest operas ever written during this glamourous New Year's Eve experience. End your year on a high note at Bravissimo! New Year's at the Opera. **[Purchase](https://roythomsonhall.mhrth.com/tickets/bravissimo/) tickets**. **Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert, Jan 1st, 2:30pm, $94 - 210, Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St.** Celebrating 30 years in North America, Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert returns to Toronto for a dazzling anniversary season. This beloved annual tradition is an unmissable addition to every music-lover's holiday wish list. **[Purchase](https://roythomsonhall.mhrth.com/tickets/salute-to-vienna-new-years-concert-2026/) tickets**. **\-\-\-\-‐\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** **COST:** Free or cost stated under each option ‐‐----‐----‐‐-------------‐----------- **SIGNING-UP:** * **RSVP Yes** * RSVPs close same day ‐‐----‐----‐‐-------------‐----------- **MEETUP TIME:** **Meet members at whatever location and time you arrange via the Comments** Length: leave whenever you like Enjoy and please post your Comments in the event after

Join us for a delicious evening of Korean cuisine as we explore the culinary delights of Korea. This event is perfect for food enthusiasts looking to indulge in traditional Korean dishes while practicing both Korean and English languages in a friendly and cultural exchange setting. Whether you are a Korean food connoisseur or just looking to expand your palate, this event promises to be a fun and interactive experience for all. Get ready to savor the flavors of Korea while engaging in conversations about Korean culture, language, and more. Don't miss out on this delectable opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Korean food and language exchange with like-minded individuals!

***\*\*\*This class is open to all levels, weather permitting; in an event of poor weather conditions class will be changed to a regular class\*\*\**** **Come workout, have fun, relieve your stress, and meet your fellow neighbours!** Welcoming interested people to join our FREE classes every Tuesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm and every Sunday afternoon from 2:30PM-4:30PM near Bathurst/Lake Shore area. Classes are led by our event organizer, Master **Dave Crook**, a seasoned 4th degree black belt Hapkido practitioner from a respected academy with many years of experience in this art and various others. **About this form of martial arts:** Hapkido is a hybrid Korean martial art. It is a form of self-defense that employs joint locks, grappling, throwing techniques, kicks, punches, and other striking attacks. **How to join:** Join this group/event and directly message me with your interest. **Q: Is this completely FREE?** A: Yes, classes/lessons are completely FREE **Q: Do I require a gi/uniform to participate?** A: Gi is completely optional, only required when doing groundwork grappling/throw techniques **Q: Are there grading and belt progression?** A: Yes, there are grading and belts, which will cost $30 just to cover the cost, testing will done when YOU are comfortable and ready! **Current Martial Artists Belt Status:** 1x Masters - 4th Degree Black Belt 1x Yellow Belt (former red belt) 1x Yellow Stripe Belt 134x White Belts **Belt Colours - Progression in Descending Order:** * White Belt * Yellow Stripe Belt * Yellow Belt * Orange Stripe Belt * Orange Belt * Green Stripe Belt * Green Belt * Blue Stripe Belt * Blue Belt * Red Stripe Belt * Red Belt * Black Stripe Belt * Black Belt **Curriculum of Techniques** **White Belt to Yellow Stripe:** **Strikes (all strikes from left wrist grab, striking with right)** 1\. Sword Strike to Clavicle 2\. Nunchuk Strike to Temple 3\. Companion Sword Strike with Elbow Strike to Solar Plexus 4\. Spear Hand to Femoral Artery 5\. Palm Strike to Floating Rib 6\. Spear Hand to Trachea **Breakaways (all breakaways from right wrist grab)** 1\. Latissimus Dorsi push with bucking back fist 2\. When pulled with bucking back fist 3\. When pushed with bucking back fist 4\. Downward break away with elbow strike 5\. Live\-hand tricept push up with elbow strike 6\. Assisted tricept push\-up with elbow strike **Take Downs (performed both sides)** 1\. Pivot throw Joint Locks (all joint locks from right wrist grab) 1\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow 2\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow 45 degrees 3\. One inch bow 4\. Side wrist lock \- bend elbow 5\. Side elbow lock 6\. Elbow lock controlled **Escapes From Mounted Position (all from opponent on mount position - performed both sides)** 1\. Escape to Mount 2\. Escape to Guard 3\. As punches are received \- buck \- single arm hook \- roll 4\. As punches are received \- buck \- shoulder walk \- two arm hook \- guard 5\. Escape when head is locked 6\. Escape when head is locked with high mount **Kicks (both sides)** 1\. Side kick **To learn more about Hwa Won Yue Hapkido visit our website here:** http://www.hapkidohwawonyue.ca/toronto.html#

한국어는 아래를 참조하세요! A warm welcome to CanAsian Station’s In-Person English x Korean Meetup! A weekly event where we invite you to enjoy sharing language and culture with each other. * Beginners are welcome, what’s important is you’re willing to learn! * Short on ideas? Fear not! We provide new topics each week ,also doubling as study material! Our participation fee is **$4 per event**. All fees are to be E-transferred to canasianstation@gmail.com We also accept payment in cash, but please be advised that E-Transfers are preferred. Looking very forward to meeting and sharing with you all! 😊 CanAsian Station의 대면 영어 x 한국어 만남에 오신 것을 환영합니다! 매주 열리는 행사로, 여러분이 서로의 언어와 문화를 나누며 즐길 수 있는 자리를 마련합니다. 초보자도 환영합니다! 중요한 것은 배우고자 하는 마음입니다. 아이디어가 부족하다면 걱정 마세요! 매주 새로운 주제를 제공하며, 그 주제들은 학습 자료로도 활용됩니다! 참가비는 **행사당 4달러**입니다. 모든 요금은 canasianstation@gmail.com으로 E-Transfer를 통해 송금해주세요. 현금 결제도 가능합니다만, E-Transfer를 선호합니다. 여러분과 만나고, 함께 나누게 될 것을 기대하고 환영합니다!😊

**～English description below～** イベント参加費として、日本人の方(日本で生まれ育ち、現在英語を勉強している方)は$2、日本人以外の方(日本語を勉強している方)は$5頂いております。 皆さんから頂いたお金は、こちらのサイトの維持費や将来のランゲージエクスチェンジ施設利用料やソーシャルイベント等のために使われます。ご理解の程、よろしくお願いいたします。 予約受付開始：土曜日5:30PM(前イベント終了後) 予約取消締切：土曜日12:30PM(当日) 予約受付締切：土曜日1:30PM(当日) スケジュール * 5:15 PM - 5:30PM - チェックイン、グループ分け 5:30 PM - 6:15PM - 日本語の時間［または英語の時間］ 6:15PM - 7:00 PM - 英語の時間［または日本語の時間］ イベント内容 ・対面でのLanguage Exchangeを再開しています！参加者のレベルに応じて、事前にオーガナイザーが3〜4名のグループをつくり、そのメンバーで各45分間、それぞれ英語と日本語でセッションを行なっていただきます。決まったディスカッショントピックなどはございませんので、気軽にフリートークや質問をしながらそれぞれのセッションを楽しんでいただければと思います。 ・体調が優れない方、あるいはここ数日中に体調が優れない人との接触があった方は、申し訳ありませんが参加をお控え願います。 開催場所：Atrium フードコート 地下鉄Dundas駅と直結していますが、多少分かりにくいため、特に初めて参加される方は次の方法で来れることをおすすめします。 1. Dundas駅から地上に出ていただき、Dunsas Streetを西にまっすぐ3分ほど歩いていただきます。 2. Bay Streetとの交差点北東角にある階段を降りてください。 3. 階段を降りた場所にある入り口から入ったところがフードコートですので、そちらでTJEXのサインボードを持ったオーガナイザーにお声がけください。(わからなければメッセージをお願いします！) 予約規約（⚠️重要） ・当日の不参加、もしくは15分以上の遅刻(5:45PM以降)、また予約取消締切後の変更(13:00以降)は原則不参加(No-Show)とみなします。不参加(No-show)が3回になりますと会員登録が抹消され、退会となりますのでご注意ください。 ・イベントに遅れそうな場合は必ずオーガナイザーまでメッセージをお願いします。イベント開始時間にいるメンバーでグループを組み直すこともあるので、連絡なしで到着された場合はイベントに参加できない可能性もあります。原則、30分以上遅れての参加はご遠慮いただいております。あらかじめご了承ください。 キャンセル待ち ・満席の場合、”キャンセル待ち”リスト(waiting-list)にご登録いただくことが可能です。“参加予定”リスト（going-list)中に空席が発生した場合は、”キャンセル待ち”への登録が早かった方を優先に、”参加予定”へ移動いただけます。 ※ご注意※ ・空席ができた際は、自動的に”キャンセル待ち”より”参加予定”へ変更されます。この時にMeetupよりお知らせがあるかはわかりません。 ・システムにより自動的に”参加予定”とされ、それに気づかずに参加しなかった場合でも、不参加とみなされますのでご了承ください。 ・上記の理由により、確実に参加できる場合のみ”キャンセル待ち”への登録をお願いします。予定が入ってしまった場合は、”キャンセル待ち”にいる場合も必ずイベント当日の午後1時までに予め”不参加”リストに移動させてください。 質問 こちら (https://www.meetup.com/tjex-ca/pages/1274142/FAQ/)をご参照ください。または、オーガナイザーまでお問い合わせください。 Instagramアカウント @tjex.ca 最新情報やミートアップの様子を掲載しています。 ぜひこちらもフォローお願いします！ **\*\*\*Although our group is a non-profit organization, we collect $ 5per member for every event. These proceeds are used to run this website, for social events and room booking fees for future sessions. Thank you for your kind understanding.** RSVP open: 5:00 PM (Saturday after previous event) RSVP cancel deadline: Saturday, 12:30 PM (day of the event) RSVP close: Saturday, 1:30 PM (day of the event) * 5:15 PM - 5:30 PM - Check-in and Group placement 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM - Japanese half [or English] 6:15 PM - 7:00 PM - English half [or Japanese] Event Description * This is an in-person language exchange! Members are placed into groups of three or four based on their language level. Each 45 minute session consists of friendly casual conversation, and/or informal study. Event Location: Atrium Food Court * The food court is directly connected to the Dundas subway station, although it is a bit difficult to find. Especially for those who will join our event for the first time, we recommend the following directions, 1. Leave the subway station and walk west for about three minutes along Dundas Street. 2. At the intersection of Bay Street and Dundas Street, you will find an entrance. Proceed down the escalator. 3. The food court is on the basement floor. Please talk to the organizer with the signboard showing TJEX. (If you can’t find them, please send a message to the organizer.) ⚠️RSVP & Late Policy * Failure to show, arriving after 5:45 PM (15 minutes late), and cancelling after 1:00 PM on the day of the event all constitute a "no-show". Members are removed from the group after their third no-show. * If you are running late, please ensure you send a message to the organizer so we can keep a spot open for you. We will rearrange the groups for members who show up on time. If you show up late without letting us know, we will no longer allow you to join so please be mindful of the time. Waiting List: Members can join the waiting list if an event is full. In case a spot becomes available, it will be automatically assigned to a member on the waitlist on a first-come first-serve basis. PLEASE BE ADVISED: Members from the “Waiting” list are moved automatically to the “Going” list by the system when a spot opens up. You may or may not get a notification from Meetup when this happens. So only sign up on the “Waiting list” for an event if you are sure you can come for it. If the system automatically puts you on the “Going” list and you don't show up to the event, you will receive a strike. Group Instagram - @tjex.ca Feel free to follow us! Questions? We have answers! Please see our Frequently Asked Questions (https://www.meetup.com/tjex-ca/pages/1274142/FAQ/) page.

ONLINE EVENT TBA! Join us for a educational meetup of cultural celebration of the European Canadian Identity. We will explore, affirm and define the European Canadian identity as well as a discussion on the human right to affirm your European identity. This event aims to promote cultural awareness, understanding, and solidarity within our community. Who we are: Are you a Canadian student of European Canadian background in the GTA or elsewhere in Ontario who wants to affirm and celebrate your heritage? We are forming a European Canadian student group, dedicated to: • Advocating for and affirming the identity of old stock Canadians — those whose ancestry and heritage come from Europe’s nations • Celebrating European history, culture, and achievements as the foundation of Canada • Building a community for students of European background to connect, exchange ideas, and organize cultural and academic initiatives

Pls join Waitlist if interested. Once you send the event fee, you will be moved to the 'Going' list. **About** 🎉 Celebrate NYE in a warm, intimate, low-key environment at Sam's condo and then checkout Fireworks at Harborfront (weather permitting). If you’re looking for something relaxed — soft lighting, great conversation, gentle music, and a space where you can really *connect* — this is the perfect New Year’s Eve. **SCHEDULE** 7:30pm to 9:30pm - Mingle, Eat Snacks, Board/Card Games at Sams Condo 10:30pm- Harbourfront Center fireworks (Pls dress warm with gloves & hat). \*\*\* \#\# 🧀 **What to Bring (suggested items)** Please bring something to share with the group. You’ll be able to warm things up if needed. BYOB if you plan to drink alcohol. **Cold / Room Temp Options** * Cheese board with crackers * Veggie platter with dip * Chips Salsa * Fruits platter * Sushi rolls * Trail mix or mixed nuts **Warm Options** * Spanakopita * Pizza bites or flatbread squares * Jalapeño poppers * Other **Sweet Options** * Mini cupcakes * Cookies * Holiday pastries * Donut or mini donuts If someone isn’t sure what to bring, they can ask — this helps avoid duplicates. Please let us know what you are bring in the comments. \*\*\* \#\# 💲 **Cost & RSVP** (per person) $9 if you RSVP on/before Dec29 $14.99 if you RSVP on/after Dec30 E-transfer → \*\* themoja@outlook.com \*\* Use password = meetup Waitlist - You will be moved from Waitlist after I receive the payment. If the event is cancelled, you will be fully refunded. Space is limited to about **8 guests** — it’s a cozy condo with small spaces. 💖 \*\*\* \#\# 🥂 **What’s Included** * Water * Soda or Juice (one provided) * Snacks to share \*\*\* \#\# 📍 **Location** **The exact address will be sent to attendees before the event.** Sam lives near **The Bentway - 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto** Paid Parking available nearby (no free parking) TTC street car accessible \*\*\* \#\# ⏰ **Timing** Arrive anytime after 7:30pm Leaving time: whenever you’re ready — stay for as long or as little as you’d like. \*\*\* \#\# ⚠️ Please Note Occasionally events may need to be rescheduled — please check for updates. *Harbourfront Centre Fireworks and Celebrations (235 Queens Quay West).* *Enjoy live entertainment at Harbourfront Centre Stage, a spectacular 10-minute midnight fireworks display lighting up the city skyline and visible from anywhere with a view of Toronto’s inner harbour.* \*\*\* \#\# 💬 Stay Connected ***Join Whatsapp Group - [CLICK HERE](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflzD3fDrU5sLARAT5yDF3OhEu3Vj-2P7ci8mP5FYX46rt1NQ/viewform)*** ***[Follow on Instagram - CLICK HERE](https://www.instagram.com/tam.club/)*** ***[Follow on Tiktok](https://www.tiktok.com/@tam_club)*** *[- CLICK HERE](https://www.tiktok.com/@tam_club)*

#### **This event page is for English speakers only.** **こちらのイベントページは英語話者の方向けです。** **日本人の方は、別のイベントページからお申し込みください！** *** #### ⚠️ This event is open **only to those who have attended our meetings at least 10 times**. If you do not meet this requirement, we kindly ask that you refrain from registering. ### **🎉New Year Party! 🎉** ### Let’s celebrate the start of 2026 together! **✨ What’s Happening ✨** * A shorter version of our usual language exchange * Fun games using both Japanese and English * Enjoy food, drinks, and great conversation with everyone 😊 Check out last year’s event [here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDlbQ-7RD61/?igsh=NXZ3dHBhancwMmc2): *** ### **📣How to Apply：IMPORTANT‼️‼️‼️‼️** Participation will open on **Saturday, December 14th at 7:00 PM**. Please contact **Emiko via DM on the Meetup app**. **(*Do not message the Language Exchange Organizer account.*)** When sending your message, please **include all of the following information**. Applications missing any item **cannot be accepted**: 1. Full name 2. Mobile phone number 3. Email address 4. Have you attended our meetings **10 times or more**? 5. Are you **currently attending** our meetings on a regular basis? Only those who have attended **10 or more meetings** and who are **actively participating** are eligible to join this event. Participants will be accepted **on a first-come, first-served basis**, starting with those who meet all requirements and send a DM. Please note that DM replies will be sent **after December 15th**. We will not be able to reply on the 14th, and we appreciate your understanding. *** ### 📋 **Event Requirements** * **Eligibility**: Must have attended the 2026 Language Exchange ***at least 10 times*.** * **Fee**: CAD $10 (to cover venue rental) * **Location**: Party room in a condominium near Wellesley Station * **What to Bring**: * One dish worth approximately $20 * Your own drinks *(Food and drinks will not be provided by organizers.)* * **Capacity**: 30 participants * **Agreement Form**: * You will receive a form by email regarding responsibility for any damages within the venue. * Only participants who sign the form will be allowed to join. * **Event Details**: * Venue details will be emailed after we receive your signed agreement. *** ### ⚠️ **Important Notes** * To maintain balance between Japanese and non-Japanese attendees, **15 spots are reserved for Japanese participants**. * Alcohol is allowed, but please drink responsibly. * Participants who engage in disruptive behavior may be asked to leave and may be restricted from joining future Language Exchange events. *** Let’s make wonderful New Year memories together! We look forward to celebrating with you 😊

Let's have lunch at Uptown Westerville's newest restaurant. Ampersand is owned by the same couple who owns Asterisk. They are known for ramen, rice bowls, teriyaki and small plates.

######## NEW LOCATION ####### We are going to be at The Forge on Bethel Rd this week and until further notice! The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area! Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the building that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

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

Looking for a creative night out that isn’t boring or corporate? Come hang out at **The Arcane Foundry** for an open candle bar and a 3D print paint and sip! Choose something from our 3D-printed shelf — *think ceramic paint-and-sip, but way cooler and with custom models we print in-house.* Or head to the candle bar and pick your fragrances to pour your own **pillar candle or container candle**. Sip complimentary tea, enjoy bakery snacks, and **BYOB wine or beer** while you paint, pour, and make whatever the hell you feel like making. No experience needed — this is all vibes, fun, and meeting new people while creating something you’ll actually want to take home. Starting at a very low price of $10 **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).**

We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/columbus-oh/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott

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