Wilderness Hiking

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Indítsd 2026-ot argentin tangóval! Nincs szükséged semmilyen előzetes tánctudásra, és egyedül vagy párban is jelentkezhetsz! Várunk szeretettel minden tangózni vágyót! Oktató: Szeghalmi Endre Kezdés: 2026. jan. 12., hétfő 20:00 – 21:00. Az órák minden hétfőn ugyanebben az időpontban folytatódnak. Helyszín: Roxy Stúdió, Tátra u. 4. Jelentkezés és további infók: A [www.tangolibre.hu/tango-tanfolyam/](http://www.tangolibre.hu/tango-tanfolyam/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbDFsUmtNd2dIQVpmSHY3TXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR50fTXksGSsXPYTo3IYigrZIXxtxdytBSer6v-jm9Y7HrcgPGLXn9R-dfaPCg_aem_0misiL79POQIY53C46m1Mw) oldalon találsz minden részletet, és itt tudsz regisztrálni. ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ Start 2026 with Argentine tango! No prior dance experience is required, and you can sign up either alone or with a partner. We warmly welcome everyone who would like to dance tango! Instructor: Endre Szeghalmi Start: Monday, January 12, 2026, 8:00–9:00 PM Classes will continue every Monday at the same time. Venue: Roxy Studio, Tátra u. 4. Registration and more information: [www.tangolibre.hu/en/tango-classes-for-totally-beginners/](http://www.tangolibre.hu/en/tango-classes-for-totally-beginners/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbDFsUmtNd2dIQVpmSHY3TXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR50fTXksGSsXPYTo3IYigrZIXxtxdytBSer6v-jm9Y7HrcgPGLXn9R-dfaPCg_aem_0misiL79POQIY53C46m1Mw)

Come and play boardgames with others in English! This event is hosted by the [Játszóház projekt](https://www.facebook.com/jatszohazprojekt). This group organizes game nights, they provide the games and explain the rules if you need it. They have a huge collection of board games, check it out [here](https://boardgamegeek.com/collection/user/jatszohazprojekt?own=1&subtype=boardgame&ff=1). If you wish to play with a specific game, they will ask what games to bring, usually on the day of the event in a facebook post. Check out the [event on facebook](https://www.facebook.com/events/864495776615280) for more information. We usually split up into smaller groups based on games, and switch as the night goes on, so you can arrive late. You can bring your own game or choose one from the pile! ***Important*** **This event is not free!** You will have to buy a wristband at the entrace for 1000 HUF (500 HUF for students). You can pay with cash or you can buy your ticket [here](https://www.tixa.hu/jhz260420). You can buy drinks and food at the bar, please don't bring your own — — — After you bought your ticket head upstairs where the bistro is, we will probably be at the biggest table, near the bar. Let me know if you have any questions, you can contact me or ask in the comment section. We also have a WhatsApp group chat, feel free to join [here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JRYftbhepSxK3ugOb7Ceyy)

Join me starting Saturday in a sporty way. We walk around the town and explore the nicest spots and attractions. As a local I'll show you around! We meet in front of Etyek Látogatóközpont/ Etyek Visitor Center ([Etyek, Ötház u. 2-A](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x476a0bee3f8ac34b:0x20cd4c24a4c5198?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)) at ) 9 AM. The walk will end close to this place, around noon time. If you are coming with public transportation, I recommend taking a coach from Kelenföld. The walk will be kept in any weather conditions, please prepare according to the forcast's worst scenario. Guiding can be in Hungarian or in English depending on the participants. This is a free event.

Practice Buddhist meditation in the middle of Budapest! The meditation is suitable for beginners. Each regular meditation is guided and begins with a short introduction. (all together is about 30-40 minutes) Our regular Buddhist meditations have proven popular with people who want to integrate authentic Buddhist methods into their daily lives. For the modern lay person who is juggling work, relationships, and an active role in society, we teach a meditation that is easy to learn, and profound and powerful for experienced practitioners. The meditation originates from the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has a cumulative effect on mind, leading to greater clarity and calmness. Fearlessness, joy, and active compassion are the result of regular practice of Buddhist meditation. * Do I need any special clothing? No special clothing needed. * Does the attendance cost anything? No, the meditation is free.

Fun & Free Yoga Class with Energy Healing and Meditation at the end of the session. This will be a beginner friendly class with additional instructions for advanced level moves. I'm Melissa, I trained as a yoga teacher in Indonesia as well as Kundalini from the Gobind Institute. I've been working as an Yoga teacher, Energy Healing practitioner (Reiki/Neurowave/Medical Qi Gong) and Hypnotherapist for a few years now. So that means the sound of my voice and quality of instruction will maximize each stretch and sensation. Just here to share the love. Let's have some fun levelling up physically, energetically, mindfully, and soulfully. That post yoga feeling after all those satisfying spinal twists and breath work = *best feeling ever.* Recalibrating on each level for a unique experience. We will be on the grass with all the flowers thats just behind the musical fountain when you first enter Margit Sziget from Margit Hid. [Musical Fountain](https://maps.app.goo.gl/EzB9H57NURdeC2xC8) See you soon! Oh and bring a mat if you have one - and donations are totally optional but welcome (as energy exchange & good karma). If you want to learn more about me hit up my [My Website](www.melissabrownenergy.com) or [My Insta](www.instagram.com/melissabrownenergy)

A different way to end the week. **Friday Sobers: The Tea Social** is a relaxed Friday evening gathering at Okuma — good tea, small bites, and easy conversation from 6 to 9PM. Each table is poured a different tea, so the simplest way to meet someone new is to wander over and taste what they’re brewing. No alcohol, no rush — just a warm room, an open seat, and something worth sipping Ticked event, please book here: [https://okuma.space/event/friday-sobers-the-tea-social-2/](https://okuma.space/event/friday-sobers-the-tea-social-2/)

**Több, mint egy közös sörözés.** Bár a jéghideg sör jó ürügy a találkozásra, a lényeg idén is a szakmán van: pörgős előadásokkal és az épp aktuális témákkal készülünk. Áprilisban szeretnénk összehozni a ServiceNow közösséget egy kötetlen estére, ahol a minőségi tartalom mellé most is jut bőven a jó hangulatból. Gyere el, és koccintsunk egyet! ❗️ **Az esemény ingyenes, de regisztrációhoz kötött:** [BeerUP ServiceNow Edition 2026 regisztráció](https://www.mndwrk.com/beerup-servicenow-edition-2026) ##### Az előadók, és az általuk hozott témák: Bözöri Dániel - Advisory Solution Architect (ServiceNow) Vígh Gergely- ServiceNow Architect CTA (Accenture) Boros Bulcsu - ServiceNow Architect CMA,CTA (Sofigate) Dombai András - ServiceNow Architect CMA (Rubico) **1\. előadás \-** **AI Agentek a ServiceNow platformon – mikor használjuk, mikor ne?** A ServiceNow és az AI fejlődése rengeteg új kaput nyit meg, de a generatív megoldások és az AI Agentek nem minden helyzetben jelentenek automatikusan jobb választ. Az előadás során azt járjuk körbe, hogyan lehet tudatosan, az üzleti értékre fókuszálva beépíteni ezeket a funkciókat a vállalati környezetbe. Megnézzük, milyen problémákra érdemes valóban AI-t használni, és hol hatékonyabbak a hagyományos workflow-k vagy szabályalapú megoldások. Szó lesz a technológiai korlátokról, a kockázatokról és arról a határvonalról, ami elválasztja a látványos tech-demót a valódi, hosszú távon is fenntartható üzleti értéktől. **2\. előadás \- Scoped Application mint belső szolgáltatás** Az előadás a ServiceNow Scoped Application koncepcióját mutatja be a modern mikroszolgáltatás-alapú szemlélet tükrében, rávilágítva arra, hogyan válthatóak valódi belső szolgáltatássá az elkülönített, jól menedzselhető alkalmazások. A résztvevők megismerhetik a moduláris és skálázható ügyféligények tervezésének módszertanát, valamint az Open API szabványokra és egyedi integrációkra épülő technikai szolgáltatások platformszintű előnyeit. A prezentáció gyakorlati útmutatást ad ahhoz, hogyan építhetőek strukturált, újrafelhasználható és könnyen karbantartható megoldások komplex ServiceNow környezetben. **3\. előadás \-** **Extension Points in Practice – hogyan tervezzünk jól és használjuk őket skálázhatóan?** Az extension pointok hatalmas szabadságot adnak, de ha félrecsúszik a tervezés, a megoldás hamar nehezen karbantarthatóvá és törékennyé válhat. A kérdés az, hogyan használjuk őket úgy, hogy valóban a skálázhatóságot szolgálják, és ne a technikai adósságot növeljük. Valós példákon keresztül nézzük meg a jól működő struktúrákat, a tipikus hibákat és azokat a bevált tervezési mintákat, amikkel hosszú távon is fenntartható marad az architektúra. Kiderítjük, hol van az a pont, ahol tényleg érdemes hozzájuk nyúlni, és mikor célravezetőbb más utat választani. **4\. előadás \- Adat és folyamat szeparáció a gyakorlatban** Az előadás betekintést nyújt banki környezetben, nemzetközi leányvállalati kiterjesztés kihívásaira , amit az adat és folyamat szeparáció koncepciójának bevezetésével támogattunk. A következő kérdések lesznek fókuszban: \- Hogyan lehet Domain Separation nélkül adatot és folyamatot leválasztani? \- Milyen esetekben lehet rá szükség? \- "Értem én\, hogy gőzgép\, de mi hajtja\!?"

*“we add the feelings of delight of successful executive instruments, the useful 'under-wills' or under-souls—indeed, our body is but a social structure composed of many souls—to our feelings of delight as commander”* **Friedrich Nietzsche - Beyond Good and Evil.** **(In english!)** This session is designed as a beginner's workshop, even if you haven't read or don't know Nietzsche's work. And if you do but would like to deepen and share your knowledge, you are also welcomed. We will focus on a few clusters from just the first two chapters of *Beyond Good and Evil*. Reading, clarifying, and discussing his aphorisms, covering 5 main topics. We split into separated groups and there will be practical work. The focus will be on some of Nietzsche’s most provocative ideas. From the rejection of simple opposites, to the first appearance of the will to power. The goal is to understand what Nietzsche is really attacking, where his insights are still up to date, and if and where he may be overstretching. This time a notebook and pen is recommended. **Introduction of guests (10 minutes)** We start with a short introduction of the guests. Those who are familiar with Nietzsche will seat next to those who aren't in a more or less homogeneous distribution. **The topics to discuss (1 hour and 45 minutes)** 1. **Truth, contraries, and the prejudice of philosophers** Excerpts: **1–4**, **24**, **31**. 2. **The unity of the self: ego, will, commonwealth, masks** Excerpts: **12**, **16–17**, **19**, **26–27**, **40**. 3. **Freedom, free will, determinism, and the free spirit** Excerpts: **21–22**, **29**, **34**, **41–44**. 4. **Psychology against philosophy: resentment, indignation, morality as symptom** Excerpts: **5–6**, **23**, **30**, **32–33**, **38–39**. 5. **Will to power as the deep explanatory wager** Excerpts: **13**, **19**, **22–23**, **36**. **RSVP**: As this is a different format than usual I will let a maximum of 16 people. Please confirm your attendance by transferring: • 3,000 HUF — Workshop entry (please support the venue buying any drink) • 6,000 HUF — Entry + veggie bruschetta • 8,000 HUF — Entry + veggie bruschetta + alcohol-free red wine Please, sign up here: [https://forms.gle/pEjhTLLkDGBWJS1N7](https://forms.gle/pEjhTLLkDGBWJS1N7?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwb1FaR1hyTGJFSXZYeDVlaHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6EZUT9iwDH3EokkwJFynJFBDWeH8upis9o_TKhzQuFShYpWUqOEJ2jcCCR0w_aem_7p274cXA4ZIGQYNOMhZH4g) And make the payment here: [https://revolut.me/marcoshht/pocket/ZtuHAUE1NO](https://revolut.me/marcoshht/pocket/ZtuHAUE1NO?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwb1FaR1hyTGJFSXZYeDVlaHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR664E5SHLpYlZ7cIdEPCPULV1XvR0c8sZKgwfe67wqm_TfSgubMoAVcj-inKw_aem_FAi0Woh7heWIUccOlmRH9A)

Join us for a fun evening of beer tasting and networking with fellow Budapest ex-pats at our next meetup event! Whether you're new in town or a long-time resident, this is the perfect opportunity to connect. Our event will feature a variety of local and international brews for you to sample and discuss, while enjoying great conversations. Don't miss out on the chance to make new friends and discover new favorite beers at Beer People at Lázár utca 7. Come raise a glass with us at the Ex-Pat & English Language Meetup!

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.

We will hike the Ridge Trail and Meadows Trail twice, for a total of 3.8 miles. There are some pretty good inclines so plan on getting a cardio workout :). This is a loop which is pretty easy to follow; thus faster walkers can take the lead and the rest (like me) will bring up the rear at a slightly slower pace. You could also just do the loop once for 1.9 miles. No one left behind. Optional lunch to follow in Canal Winchester. I'm working through the metro parks - this is the third one!

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles so please wear your shoe of choice. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

Join us for one of our favorite hikes this Tuesday (4/21/26) at 6:30 pm as we hike the Hoover Dam Scenic Trail, starting at the west end of the dam. This hike includes some paved paths/roads along with some dirt trails, with a few beautiful views of the reservoir. Join us for this 2 mile hike, finding us in the parking lot at the corner of Sunbury and Smoke Burr.