Art Collecting

🔥 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/Kvvw9pO4hGZEGSodSZXjhY?mode=gi_t ⚡ Stay updated on: Upcoming gallery crawls After-events vibes ? 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. 👉 . (Explanations OF artists will be in english or sometimes in french) \-\-\- 🚩 PROGRAM OF THE DAy 4 steps 🎨✨ 4 art opening exhibitions with artists exhibiting in art galeries + 🎉👌 MEET US at 5.55pm at : \- 16 Rue des Quatre\-Fils\, 75003 Paris Metro Rambuteau line 11 MAP : https://maps.app.goo.gl/yftXD3h2eo1M4Bgt9 ⏱️ Departure for the next gallery: 6.35pm (note: No possible to join us after this first step ) ❗ 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 💪. 👜 Please don’t bring big bags (to be careful with the artworks) Prépare your ticket transport \-\-\- 💶 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/Kvvw9pO4hGZEGSodSZXjhY?mode=gi_t Let’s keep exploring & connecting through art together. See you soon! Your Art Social Circuit team 👍

**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 Art&More Team**

Bonjour à toutes et tous ! ✨ Je reviens vers vous concernant notre prochaine séance de lecture 📖 Pour notre rendez-vous du samedi 23 mai 2026 à 15h00, les membres ont choisi de découvrir *Le Mythe de Sisyphe* de Albert Camus. ⛰️ Cette fois-ci, nous nous éloignons un peu de la littérature pour explorer un texte philosophique majeur. Même si nous restons dans le thème de la mythologie à travers la figure de Sisyphe, Camus s’en sert surtout comme point de départ pour réfléchir à l’absurde, à la liberté et à la quête de sens. Une lecture exigeante, mais profondément humaine et toujours actuelle. ♾️✨ Comme toujours, nous nous retrouverons autour d’un café ou d’un thé ☕ pour échanger librement sur nos impressions, nos interrogations et nos réflexions, dans un esprit convivial et bienveillant. Au plaisir de vous retrouver pour cette nouvelle exploration philosophique ✨ À très bientôt, Jade

Portrait/Nu Dessin et peinture d'après modèle vivant! Dans le 11ème à Paris tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus, vous pouvez visiter notre site pour plus d'infos ou de questions http://www.conservatoiredessinpeintureparis.com ou 06 22 14 87 36 Portrait and nude Life drawing and painting session in our new studio All levels are welcome, for more info : 00 33 6 14 87 36 or http://www.conservatoiredessinpeintureparis.com https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/5/e/600_466311038.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/4/e/600_466311022.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/5/3/600_466311027.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/5/6/600_466311030.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/4/c/600_466311020.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/2/9/0/600_465937520.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/2/c/f/600_465937583.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/2/8/5/600_453813413.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/2/9/3/600_453813427.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/2/a/e/600_453813454.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/3/7/c/600_439941372.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/3/5/6/600_439941334.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/3/b/a/600_439941434.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/3/e/6/600_439941478.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/6/e/a/600_436906826.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/7/a/5/600_436907013.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/7/a/b/600_436907019.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/4/5/5/600_439941589.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/5/d/0/600_439941968.jpeg

⚠️ Vous n'avez pas besoin de payer en avance. En cas de problème d'inscription merci de me contacter par message privé. L'application meetup a quelques bugs. ⚠️ L'adresse exacte est envoyée par message privé uniquement. Merci de me confirmer votre présence par message si c'est votre première fois 😊👍 Bonjour, Je souhaite partager ma passion avec ceux qui ont hésité à franchir le premier pas et qui aimeraient découvrir le monde fantastique et paisible des aquarelles. Les débutants qui veulent s'initier aux bases de l'aquarelle sont les bienvenus. L'objectif est bien sûr d'apprendre, mais je l'oriente surtout vers la recherche de son propre style et d'un moment de convivialité autour d'un café et de biscuits. Je vous propose de venir dans mon atelier à Vincennes pour prendre des cours d'aquarelle de 2h dans un cadre agréable et créatif. (métro 1 ou rer A) Je fournis tout le matériel nécessaire. La séance est à 22€. Pour plus d'info : Instagram : www.instagram.com/wildlittlemango Facebook : Wild Little Mango YouTube : www.youtube.com/channel/UCUBj7wQgPx5blqYFv5S0Z3w N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour plus de renseignements. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ⚠️ If you have any difficulties registering, please contact me by private message. The meetup app encounters a lot of bugs 🙁 ⚠️ Hello, I want to share the passion I have for watercolor with people who want an initiation of this fantastic and peaceful art. The purpose is to learn the basic technical skill but the main part is to find its own style of pouring the colour into a nice time around cakes and coffees (or tea). The session costs 22€. I can invite you in my personal workshop in Vincennes (métro 1 or rer A) for 2h of creativity. All watercolor supplies is provided, just bring your smile :) You can also check my gallery at : my Instagram : www.instagram.com/wildlittlemango my Facebook page : Wild little mango my Youtube channel : www.youtube.com/channel/UCUBj7wQgPx5blqYFv5S0Z3w Do not hesitate to contact me for further information. Julie

Chèr.e.s couleurs sur la palette cosmique 🌼🌿, Retrouvons-nous pour la Nuit européenne des musées au musée Zadkine, un lieu unique niché dans un ancien atelier d’artiste au cœur de Paris 🎭✨ À la tombée de la nuit, le musée ouvre ses portes gratuitement pour une visite en nocturne, entre sculptures, jardin et nouvelles acquisitions récemment intégrées aux collections. 🎶 **Programme musical & poétique** Le Trio Topaze (flûte, alto, harpe) propose plusieurs concerts courts tout au long de la soirée, en résonance avec l’univers artistique du Paris des années 1910–1920. La musique de Debussy, Bonis et Rohozinski dialogue avec la poésie de Guillaume Apollinaire, dans une atmosphère intime et immersive entre musique, texte et sculpture. 🗓️ Format de la soirée * 🕡 Ouverture du musée : 18h30 – 23h * 🎶 Concerts : 19h / 20h / 21h / 22h (env. 20 min) * 🚪 Dernière entrée : 22h30 * 🎟️ Gratuit, sans réservation (dans la limite des places) * 🌿 Ce que l’on découvre * Le jardin et les ateliers de Zadkine transformés en musée * Des œuvres sculptées majeures du XXe siècle * De nouvelles acquisitions rarement visibles * 🍷 Après la visite (optionnel) Pour celles et ceux qui le souhaitent, nous pourrons prolonger la soirée autour d’un verre à proximité afin d’échanger nos impressions dans une ambiance conviviale ☕🍷 ### 🎟️ Infos [https://www.zadkine.paris.fr/agenda/nuit-europeenne-des-musees-samedi-23-mai-de-18h30-23h-derniere-entree-22h30](https://www.zadkine.paris.fr/agenda/nuit-europeenne-des-musees-samedi-23-mai-de-18h30-23h-derniere-entree-22h30) %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% Dear colours on the cosmic palette 🌼🌿, Let’s gather for the European Night of Museums at the Zadkine Museum, a unique space set in a former artist’s studio in the heart of Paris 🎭✨ As night falls, the museum opens its doors for a free evening visit among sculptures, gardens, and recently acquired works added to the collection. 🎶 Music & poetry programme The Trio Topaze (flute, viola, harp) performs a series of short concerts throughout the evening, inspired by the artistic world of Paris in the 1910s–1920s. Music by Debussy, Bonis and Rohozinski is interwoven with poetry by Guillaume Apollinaire, creating an intimate experience where music, text, and sculpture meet. 🗓️ Format * 🕡 Opening hours: 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm * 🎶 Concerts: 7 pm / 8 pm / 9 pm / 10 pm (approx. 20 min each) * 🚪 Last entry: 10:30 pm * 🎟️ Free entry, no reservation required (subject to capacity) * 🌿 What to expect * The Zadkine studio and garden turned museum space * Major 20th-century sculptures * Rarely shown recent acquisitions * A poetic nighttime atmosphere 🍷 Optional after-event Those who wish may continue the evening nearby for a drink or coffee and share impressions in a relaxed atmosphere ☕🍷 🎟️ Info [https://www.zadkine.paris.fr/agenda/nuit-europeenne-des-musees-samedi-23-mai-de-18h30-23h-derniere-entree-22h30](https://www.zadkine.paris.fr/agenda/nuit-europeenne-des-musees-samedi-23-mai-de-18h30-23h-derniere-entree-22h30) See you soon!

Des artistes de Fontenay-sous-Bois nous ouvriront leurs portes tout le weekend, l'occasion pour nous de découvrir leur travail, d'en parler avec elles/eux et de voir des lieux habituellement pas ouverts au public. Rendez-vous à la sortie 2 du RER à Fontenay avant 15h. Pensez à me prévenir si vous voyez que vous allez arriver plus tard. Sinon, on commence à bouger à 15h pile.

Bonjour à toutes et à tous, Et si vous découvriez Paris autrement... à travers les yeux des artistes ? 🎨✨ Je vous emmène pour une balade artistique au cœur de la ville, avec une quarantaine de reproductions de tableaux… à l’endroit où ils ont été peints. Oui, vraiment 👀 Au fil du parcours, vous allez voir apparaître un autre Paris : celui des ateliers, des rivalités, des créations qui ont marquées leur temps… et des artistes qui ont cassé les codes. 👉 Départ près de l’Île de la Cité, là où vivaient les premiers enlumineurs 👉 Passage par le Louvre, ancienne résidence d’artistes 👉 Balade dans les Tuileries, vues à travers leur regard 👉 Et fin dans une galerie rive gauche, avec un(e) artiste contemporain(e) Une visite vivante, accessible et pleine de surprises — même si vous pensez “ne rien connaître à l’art” 😉 👉 Départ : 49 quai des Grands Augustins, 75006 Paris 🕐 Durée : 1h30 👥 6 personnes max 🎟️ Prix : 25 € Visite en français Pour d'autres dates : https://my.weezevent.com/visite-guidee-paris-vu-par-les-peintres Pour plus d'infos : https://www.parispeinture.com/ Au plaisir de vous retrouver pour cette balade artistique ! Anne

Join us for an untutored life drawing session with a female model. The session starts with brief warm-up poses of two minutes, followed by a series of 5-25 minute poses. Our models are professional fine art models affiliated with the Beaux-Arts de Paris, Académie de la Grande Chaumière and other Parisian life drawing ateliers. Please bring your preferred art materials. After the session, we come together for a relaxed drink and chat. It's a chance to share your drawings from the session and discuss drawing tips & techniques. You can also connect with fellow artists, exchange contacts, and promote your artistic projects. Please see a detailed schedule below: 5 poses x 2 minutes 3 poses x 5 minutes 2 poses x 10 minutes Break 15 minutes 1 pose x 25 minutes 2 poses x 10 minutes Break 5 minutes Networking (30 minutes) All media are allowed, including pastels, ink, watercolor, or paint. No easels provided. While we recommend bringing your own art supplies, a basic drawing materials set (A4 paper, soft graphite pencil, charcoal stick, and an eraser) is available for purchase at €5. Please notify us in advance if you'd like to purchase the set, and we'll have it ready for you at the session. We kindly ask everyone to RSVP to secure their spot. If you haven't booked, we reserve the right to deny participation if the session is full. For any questions about a specific session, feel free to contact us via Meetup or email your host / organizer at deni@lifedrawingmontmartre.com or maria@lifedrawingmontmartre.com **Early Bird Discount** If you book your spot at least 6 days before the session, you can enjoy a special early bird rate. After that, the regular price of €25 (excluding platform fees) applies to both untutored and instructed sessions. Don’t miss out! **Refunds** We offer a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the event. Refunds are not issued automatically, so please send us a short message via Meetup or email maria@lifedrawingmontmartre.com to request a refund after cancellation. / Atelier libre de dessin d'après modèle vivant avec avec un modèle feminin. Chaque session commence avec des poses d’échauffement, croquis de deux minutes, puis une série de poses de 5 à 25 minutes. Tous les niveaux sont admis ! Les participants doivent amener leurs propres fournitures (papier, crayons, pinceaux, etc). Pour réserver votre place, veuillez payer en ligne. \* Nous offrons un remboursement complet si vous annulez au moins 1 jours avant l’événement. Paintings by Suzanne Valadon, Amedeo Modigliani, Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, Tamara Lempicka, Jean-Léon Gérôme, Henri Matisse.

Cette semaine nous irons dessiner du côté du jardin du Luxembourg. On se donne rendez-vous à 14h30 à l'entrée du jardin proche de la sortie du RER B. Apportez votre matériel de dessin, votre carnet de croquis et un tabouret pliable si vous en avez un. Nous nous retrouverons au même endroit à 17h pour prendre un café ensemble. Tout niveaux bienvenus. This week we will draw at Jardin du luxembourg . We'll meet at 2:30 p.m. at the entrance of the garden near the RER B exit. Bring your drawing materials, your sketchbook and a foldable stool if you have one. We will meet at the same place at 5 p.m. for a coffee together. All levels welcome.

C’est un moment simple pour dessiner ensemble, tous niveaux bienvenus. Je serai là pour guider un peu si besoin. ✏️ Amenez votre matériel (papier, encre, feutre) Si ça t’intéresse, tu es le/la bienvenu(e) 🙂 👉 Rejoins notre groupe WhatsApp pour plus de détails, les nouveautés et toutes les infos pratiques : https://chat.whatsapp.com/D7kcVcXndwZIXbuKpj8TT0?mode=gi_t Mon TikTok avec des astuces de dessin : https://www.tiktok.com/@m_art.marta P.S. Sympa l’idée de prolonger la rencontre autour d’un verre ! 🍷

Chèr.e.s couleurs sur la palette cosmique, Retrouvons-nous pour voir *Les Fleurs du Manguier*, un film qui suit le parcours de deux enfants rohingyas tentant de rejoindre la Malaisie pour retrouver leur famille dispersée. [Synopsis](https://www.allocine.fr/film/fichefilm_gen_cfilm=1000027824.html) « Dans l’espoir de retrouver leur famille dispersée, Shafi, 4 ans, et sa sœur Somira, 9 ans, quittent un camp Rohingyas du Bangladesh pour rejoindre la Malaisie. Guidés par leur regard d’enfant, ils entreprennent une traversée périlleuse. » Le film propose aussi une forme de sensibilisation aux réalités de l’exil et des migrations contemporaines, à travers un regard profondément humain et à hauteur d’enfant. **Liens** [Page Letterboxd](https://letterboxd.com/film/lost-land-2025/) Bande Annonce : [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bR8dUpw91u4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bR8dUpw91u4) [Billetterie](https://achat.luminor-hoteldeville.com/reserver/F628735/D1779640800/VO/253974/) [Tarifs](https://achat.luminor-hoteldeville.com/reserver/F628735/D1779640800/VO/253974/): 7.50 € -- 12 € Après la séance, pour celles et ceux qui le souhaitent, nous pourrons prolonger la discussion autour d’un verre ou d'un dîner à proximité. A bientot

Step into a world of color, fragrance, and creativity in this beautifully curated fresh flower arrangement workshop hosted by Kimikocraft. Whether you're a budding floral enthusiast or simply seeking a calming, hands-on experience, this session is your chance to create stunning arrangements using the season’s freshest blooms. Led by the talented team at Kimikocraft, known for their delicate aesthetic and attention to detail, you'll learn essential floral techniques—from balancing color palettes and textures to arranging with grace and intention. 🌷 What’s Included: A guided floral design session with Kimikocraft experts Premium, seasonal fresh flowers and all necessary tools A stylish floral wrap to take home your creation Light refreshments and a relaxing, inspiring atmosphere Tips on floral care and styling for home decor or gifting **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

🟡🟡🟡 FRANÇAIS 🟡🟡🟡 (⬇🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢⬇) Si tu aimes MARCHER 👟 , prendre des PHOTOS 📸 et faire de nouvelles RENCONTRES 💬, rejoins-nous ! 😊 ✅ MEETUP GRATUIT sur présentation de la carte membre Bubble Up Travels (si tu n'as pas encore la carte membre elle peut se créer le jour de la sortie, elle coûte 5€ et est valide 6 mois + 3 mois offerts) ✅ ☀ OUVERT A TOUS 20-39 ans ☀ 🔥 places limitées 🔥 Principe : BALADE PHOTO avec thème. Et pour notre 166ème édition, le thème sera 🎉 **CHASSE aux COLEURS dans PARIS** 😍 Dimanche 24 mai, viens te balader avec nous ! 😊 On créera des **équipes couleurs** 🟡🟠🔴🟣🔵🟢 avec pour objectif de capturer un maximum de clichés de la couleur de ton équipe ! Notre **balade** nous emmènera devant des **monuments célèbres, des ponts, des jardins, des fleurs, les quais de Seine, des quartiers animés, des façades de boutiques, des touristes de toutes origines avec coiffures et vêtements locaux ou modernes, des oeuvres d'art, un port avec bateaux et la rue la plus colorée de Paris** ! 👋😊☀ BONUS : verre de l'amitié en fin de meetup 🍻 🔥 EVENT UNIQUE en 2026 🔥 places limitées 🔥 N'hésite pas à venir seul ou avec des amis. Toute personne intéressée par cette sortie est la bienvenue 😊 📍 RDV à 14h30 (nous attendrons 5-10 minutes (maximum) avant de commencer à marcher 😊 ) A très vite pour de nouvelles découvertes et nouvelles rencontres 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ☝️ RECOMMANDATIONS ☝️ BOUTEILLE D'EAU + BONNES CHAUSSURES pour marcher confortablement 😊 🟡 LIMITES 🟡 Les BALADES PHOTOS ne sont PAS des visites guidées ni des cours de photographie. 😊 OBJECTIFS 🤩 \- MARCHER \(c’est bon pour la santé\) \- FAIRE DE NOUVELLES DECOUVERTES \(c’est bon pour l’esprit\) \- PRENDRE DES PHOTOS \(tous niveaux\, tous appareils : caméra\, smartphone\) \- FAIRE DE NOUVELLES RECONTRES AMICALES pour passer une journée mémorable ensemble :) ⛅ PRÉVISIONS MÉTÉO ☀ Si la veille du meetup les prévisions méteo indiquent : ☀⛅☁🌦 : meetup maintenu :) 🌧🌩 : meetup annulé/reporté. (Si annulé/reporté, vous serez averti par email la veille de la sortie, vers 22h) 🔥 Places limitées : 25-30 participants 🔥 (pour réussir à rester groupés) 👉 #tu t'inscris tu viens 😊 #soisprésent 😊 👉 objectif: 💯% de présences, rencontres & fun 😂 A très vite pour partager un moment de convivialité ensemble et faire de nouvelles rencontres 😊 Si ce n'est pas cette fois, au plaisir de se rencontrer une prochaine fois 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢 ✅ FREE MEETUP upon presentation of your Bubble Up Travels membership card (if you don't have it yet, you can get it on the meetup day for 5€, its valid 6 months + 3 months offered) ✅ ☀ OPEN TO ALL 20-39 yo ☀ 🔥 limited spots 🔥 If you like walking, taking pictures and meeting new people, this event is for you! 😊 Concept: a themed PHOTO WALK. And for our 166th edition, the theme will be 🎉 A COLOR HUNT in PARIS 😍 Sunday, May 24th, come for a stroll with us! 😊 We'll create **color teams** 🟡🟠🔴🟣🔵🟢 aiming at capturing as many photos as possible in your team's color! Our stroll will take us to **famous monuments, bridges, gardens, flowers, the banks of the Seine, lively neighborhoods, shopfronts, tourists of all backgrounds with local and modern hairstyles and clothing, works of art, a port with boats, and the most colorful street in Paris!** 👋😊☀ BONUS: a friendly drink at the end of the meetup 🍻 New in town? Expat? Student? Erasmus? Nomad worker? Aupair? Long-term resident? Tourist? and you're age 20-39?! Yes?! Eager to meet new people? Yes?! Then, don't hesitate ! join us 📸👋💬😍☀😊 Do not hesitate to come alone or with your friends. Everyone interested in this event is welcome 😊 📍 Meeting point at 2:30 PM (we will gather 5-10min before we start to walk 😊) See you soon for a friendly outing together 😊 🔥 UNIQUE EVENT in 2026 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ☝️ RECOMMENDATIONS ☝️ WATER + GOOD SHOES ⛅ WEATHER FORECAST ☀ -☀⛅☁🌦 : meetup ON 😊 🌧🌩 : the meetup will be cancelled. (Kindly note that if the event is cancelled, you will be notified by private message the day before the event) 😊 AIM REMINDER 🤩 Please remember that the aims of this meetup are WALKING, SHOOTING and MEETING NEW PEOPLE 😊 So it’s simple : bring your camera, your cheerful mood and let’s share a common passion! :D 🔥 Limited spots: 25-30 participants 🔥 (to successfully stay gathered) 👉 #you sign up you come !😊 #bepresent 😊 👉 objective: 💯% attendance, meetings & fun 😂 I hope to meet you all soon 😊 If it is not this time, maybe it will be next time 😊

**Let’s kick off our very first CBUS Maker Meetup!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Karl Road Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

**Get your creative flow going with a Sunday Afternoon Maker Meetup!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Martin Luther King Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Join us this Pride season to paint your own pride on rocks, paper, canvas, and yes- we are bringing back the bricks! Come create and paint with us. Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library Meeting Room D.

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.