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**Join MEETUP on Friday, Feb 13 for Copenhagen Afterwork English Comedy Special at Knock Knock Comedy Club!** **SHOWTIME: 18,00 (the show ends around 19.30)** ***So come straight from the office, skip seeing the family & start the weekend early to enjoy some drinks & a lovely line-up of comedians entertaining you in English!*** **Fri, Feb 13** **Headliner Mark Maier (UK)** **Feature support: Isabel Arnold (Germany)** **Support: Oumer Teyeb (Ethiopia/Sweden), Nicolas Goertz (Denmark)** **& the lovely Adrian Mackinder (UK) is your MC host of the show!** **MEETUP MEMBERS INFO: THERE WILL BE A MEETUP MINGLE SIGN BEFORE THE SHOW TO MINGLE AROUND AND FIND EACH OTHER IN THE LOUNGE BAR BEFORE ENTERING THE COMEDY ROOM. ALSO NOTE: CLICKING AS ATTENDING HERE ON MEETUP DOES NOT EQUAL BEING ABLE TO SEE THE SHOW, YOU NEED A TICKET TOO. :) SEE TICKET LINK BELOW.** **Where**: Knock Knock Comedy Club, Vimmelskaftet 41, (Down the alley with 41 marked above it, on the STRØGET walking street between the Triumph clothing store and the Waffle place) THE SHOW IS FULLY IN ENGLISH Tickets: (price includes the billetto fee) Regular entry: 159 dkk JUST 70 SEATS IN TOTAL! BUY TICKETS VIA: **[https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343](https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343)** *IF THE SHOW SELLS OUT, THERE IS A CHANCE OF A FEW PEOPLE NOT TURNING UP, SO COME AROUND 10 MINUTES BEFORE SHOWTIME TO GRAB ANY DROP-IN TICKETS THAT MIGHT BECOME AVAILABLE - DOOR PRICE: 190 dkk* *Bar open from one hour before showtime - Come enjoy refreshing large beers and a selection of handcrafted mixed drinks from the nice-price comedy bar menu!* **Headliner bio, Fri, Feb 13** **Mark Maier (UK)** - Multi award winning writer and comedian Mark Maier, is a highly sought after performer on both the national and international comedy circuits. He has played Germany, Holland, Ireland, Hong Kong, Bahamas, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand – and has also appeared at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and Caroline’s in New York. Mark is the only British comedian to be invited to perform at the Kung Pao Kosher Comedy show in San Francisco in its 35 year history. Professional highlights include two series of ‘Trapped’ for BBC Radio 4 – a show both written and performed by Mark , ‘Inner Voices of Men’ an Alan Bennett style talking heads series for BBC R4 and ‘Object Lessons’ – the radio adaptation of his hit Edinburgh show. Mark’s many television appearances include Harry Hills TeaTime (SKY), Boy Meets Girl (BBC2) The Stand Up Show (BBC1), *“A multi-talented, mercurial comedian” – The Independent* *“It’s high time someone gave him a TV show of his own” The Guardian humorous takes on social situations.* **OTHER UPCOMING SHOWS** **Tickets also available via the same link:** **[https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343](https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343)** **Fri, March 13** \- Headliner Stephen Carlin \(Scotland\)\, support: Julian Oakes \(UK\)\, Kaspar Tingleff \(Denmark\) **Fri, April 10** \- Headliner David Tsonos \(Canada\)\, feature support: Sharon Em \(Ireland\)\, support: Sandrine Kincaid \(NZ/FRA\) **Fri, May 8** \- Headliner Sarah Roberts \(UK\)\, feature support: Brian O'Grady \(Ireland\)\, support: David Duff \(Ireland\)\, Joe Eagan \(Canada\) **Fri, June 5** \- Headliner Nigel Williams \(UK\)\, feature support: Henrik Elmér \(Sweden\)\, support: Eliano Nasr \(Lebanon\) *Each show has a fun mix of a pro headliner comedian flown in with support acts made up of stars of tomorrow, semi-pros, rookies & stars of yesterday :) + an MC host guiding you through the evening from Canada or the UK! 3-4 comics in total each date! Different line-ups each date!* ***:::::::::::::*** **BOOK COMEDIANS OR QUIZMASTERS FOR XMAS EVENTS/PARTIES!** -->You can book 1-3 comedians to perform Stand-up for 25 - 60 minutes. Or a quizmaster for a Quiz & Games lasting 1 - 2.5 hours as you compete in teams against colleagues to win prizes. Welcome to Joe Eagan Comedy Productions - providing entertainment solutions for corporate events/parties, conferences, kick-offs, weddings & more! see: [www.joestandup.com](www.joestandup.com/denmark) ***The club's history and motto:*** *Established in March of 2010 when we started doing shows at The Dubliner on Amagertorv, Copenhagen English Comedy Nights now calls the lovely Knock Knock Comedy Club its home. The shows are all about enjoying great stand-up comedy in English in a lovely setting great for meeting expats and internationally-minded social Danish natives! Who knows what'll happen! Each show has a fun mix of a pro headline comedian with support acts made up of stars of tomorrow, semi-pros, rookies & stars of yesterday :) + an MC host guiding you through the evening from Canada, USA, Ireland or the UK!*

**Join MEETUP on Friday, Feb 13 for Copenhagen Afterwork English Comedy Special at Knock Knock Comedy Club!** **SHOWTIME: 18,00 (the show ends around 19.30)** ***So come straight from the office, skip seeing the family & start the weekend early to enjoy some drinks & a lovely line-up of comedians entertaining you in English!*** **Fri, Feb 13** **Headliner Mark Maier (UK)** **Feature support: Isabel Arnold (Germany)** **Support: Oumer Teyeb (Ethiopia/Sweden), Nicolas Goertz (Denmark)** **& the lovely Adrian Mackinder (UK) is your MC host of the show!** **MEETUP MEMBERS INFO: THERE WILL BE A MEETUP MINGLE SIGN BEFORE THE SHOW TO MINGLE AROUND AND FIND EACH OTHER IN THE LOUNGE BAR BEFORE ENTERING THE COMEDY ROOM. ALSO NOTE: CLICKING AS ATTENDING HERE ON MEETUP DOES NOT EQUAL BEING ABLE TO SEE THE SHOW, YOU NEED A TICKET TOO. :) SEE TICKET LINK BELOW.** **Where**: Knock Knock Comedy Club, Vimmelskaftet 41, (Down the alley with 41 marked above it, on the STRØGET walking street between the Triumph clothing store and the Waffle place) THE SHOW IS FULLY IN ENGLISH Tickets: (price includes the billetto fee) Regular entry: 159 dkk JUST 70 SEATS IN TOTAL! BUY TICKETS VIA: **[https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343](https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343)** *IF THE SHOW SELLS OUT, THERE IS A CHANCE OF A FEW PEOPLE NOT TURNING UP, SO COME AROUND 10 MINUTES BEFORE SHOWTIME TO GRAB ANY DROP-IN TICKETS THAT MIGHT BECOME AVAILABLE - DOOR PRICE: 190 dkk* *Bar open from one hour before showtime - Come enjoy refreshing large beers and a selection of handcrafted mixed drinks from the nice-price comedy bar menu!* **Headliner bio, Fri, Feb 13** **Mark Maier (UK)** - Multi award winning writer and comedian Mark Maier, is a highly sought after performer on both the national and international comedy circuits. He has played Germany, Holland, Ireland, Hong Kong, Bahamas, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand – and has also appeared at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and Caroline’s in New York. Mark is the only British comedian to be invited to perform at the Kung Pao Kosher Comedy show in San Francisco in its 35 year history. Professional highlights include two series of ‘Trapped’ for BBC Radio 4 – a show both written and performed by Mark , ‘Inner Voices of Men’ an Alan Bennett style talking heads series for BBC R4 and ‘Object Lessons’ – the radio adaptation of his hit Edinburgh show. Mark’s many television appearances include Harry Hills TeaTime (SKY), Boy Meets Girl (BBC2) The Stand Up Show (BBC1), *“A multi-talented, mercurial comedian” – The Independent* *“It’s high time someone gave him a TV show of his own” The Guardian humorous takes on social situations.* **OTHER UPCOMING SHOWS** **Tickets also available via the same link:** **[https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343](https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343)** **Fri, March 13** \- Headliner Stephen Carlin \(Scotland\)\, support: Julian Oakes \(UK\)\, Kaspar Tingleff \(Denmark\) **Fri, April 10** \- Headliner David Tsonos \(Canada\)\, feature support: Sharon Em \(Ireland\)\, support: Sandrine Kincaid \(NZ/FRA\) **Fri, May 8** \- Headliner Sarah Roberts \(UK\)\, feature support: Brian O'Grady \(Ireland\)\, support: David Duff \(Ireland\)\, Joe Eagan \(Canada\) **Fri, June 5** \- Headliner Nigel Williams \(UK\)\, feature support: Henrik Elmér \(Sweden\)\, support: Eliano Nasr \(Lebanon\) *Each show has a fun mix of a pro headliner comedian flown in with support acts made up of stars of tomorrow, semi-pros, rookies & stars of yesterday :) + an MC host guiding you through the evening from Canada or the UK! 3-4 comics in total each date! Different line-ups each date!* ***:::::::::::::*** **BOOK COMEDIANS OR QUIZMASTERS FOR XMAS EVENTS/PARTIES!** -->You can book 1-3 comedians to perform Stand-up for 25 - 60 minutes. Or a quizmaster for a Quiz & Games lasting 1 - 2.5 hours as you compete in teams against colleagues to win prizes. Welcome to Joe Eagan Comedy Productions - providing entertainment solutions for corporate events/parties, conferences, kick-offs, weddings & more! see: [www.joestandup.com](www.joestandup.com/denmark) ***The club's history and motto:*** *Established in March of 2010 when we started doing shows at The Dubliner on Amagertorv, Copenhagen English Comedy Nights now calls the lovely Knock Knock Comedy Club its home. The shows are all about enjoying great stand-up comedy in English in a lovely setting great for meeting expats and internationally-minded social Danish natives! Who knows what'll happen! Each show has a fun mix of a pro headline comedian with support acts made up of stars of tomorrow, semi-pros, rookies & stars of yesterday :) + an MC host guiding you through the evening from Canada, USA, Ireland or the UK!*

In English Friday 13th: 19:00-21:00 Saturday 14th: 16:00-18:00 Saturday 14th: 20:00-22:00 50-225 kr: [Tickets here](https://h2ocph.billetten.dk/index/eventdetails/eventno/143395) *Unhappily Ever After* is a Valentine's cabaret for anyone whose love story didn't quite make it into the fairy tale. Told with warmth, wit, and a healthy dose of self-awareness, the show explores the highs and lows of chasing a love story and asks the question: what if not getting the fairy tale is actually fine? Performed by an incredible cast of 15 professional, international singers, *Unhappily Ever After* is a true showcase of musical theatre talent. This is big voices, sharp storytelling, and embittered love ballads at their best, all delivered in an intimate cabaret setting. Featuring songs from *Waitress*, *Legally Blonde*, *Follies*, *The Last Five Years*, *A Chorus Line*, *Falsettos*, and many more, the show uses iconic musical numbers to help you celebrate Valentine's Day in a whole new way. Perfect for couples, friends, the happily single, the freshly heartbroken, or anyone who enjoys laughing at love while still believing in it (a little bit), *Unhappily Ever After* is a Valentine's show with heart, humour, and zero pressure to believe in happily ever after. Because sometimes, unhappily ever after is exactly where the good stuff starts. **Info om cast og produktion:** Host: Rachel Kador Dramaturg: Lasse Holmelund Jarbøl Producent: Maria Højrup Jørgensen Pianist: Ethan Nowack **Cast:** Anna Christine Bauer Clara Amalie Singerholm Christiansen Evan Kilgore Freya Uldal Jana María Guðmundsdóttir Jasper Thomas Kristen Flanagan Kristian Husted Melissa Bayern Olivia Jang Pablo Lara Rachel Kador Roger William Le Blanc Jr. Trine Marie Wisborg **About Cph Musicals:** CPH Musicals was founded in 2022 with the mission of promoting musical theatre and musicals in both Danish and English, so that more people can enjoy high-quality musical experiences. We aim to create a space on the Copenhagen theatre scene for smaller, more intimate, yet powerful and moving musical performances. We are an international company committed to creating diverse and representative performing arts. Over the years, we have collaborated with musicians, singers, and choreographers from countries including Norway, England, Belgium, Bosnia, the USA, Canada, South Korea, and Argentina. CPH Musicals embraces the cabaret format, where a host can guide the audience through a series of different acts, thereby creating an intimate space where we can come together around the music.

Let’s kick back for a cozy evening of board games, drinks, and good company at Bastard Café—Copenhagen’s favorite spot for game lovers! Whether you’re fiercely competitive or just here for the vibes, this is a relaxed night to connect with fellow LGBTQ+ folks and allies over games, laughter, and casual drinks. No pressure, no expectations—just a safe, friendly space to unwind and meet new people. What to expect: • A huge selection of board games (from classics to quirky new ones) • Drinks, snacks, and a super chill atmosphere • A welcoming crowd—come solo or bring a friend • Open to all LGBTQ+ folks and allies New to board games? No worries! We’ll have easy games to jump into, and someone around to help explain the rules. **When:** 7:00 pm **Where:** Bastard Café, Rådhusstræde 13, 1466 København K https://maps.app.goo.gl/YCQgSidwJyVzwPQz7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy **Cost :** The table costs some money which we pay upfront so around ***55DKK*** per person for a drink and a seat at the table Come for the games, stay for the good vibes! PS: *If you’re new or coming alone, just drop a message—we’ll make sure to save you a seat. Contact +4591652695 on whatsapp for more details*

Hey Randoms, This is your chance to try sleeping outdoors in the cold season! 11 KM on Friday Night - night hiking is fun! 24 KM on Saturday. It's an after-work-on-a-Friday type of event, with a short hike 11 KM Friday night and around 24 KM on Saturday. We'll hit the start of the trail in Röstånga just after 18:00 and hike in the dark. A good light source is going to be **very** important here - please bring that. Headlamp recommended. As usual, you need to be self-supported: gear, nutrition, etc. And this time of year it's good to pay extra attention to the comfort temp rating of your sleeping bag and the R-Value of your sleeping pad. We'll pass by several water resupply options along the way, so you'll probably be OK with packing 2 liters of water, depending on personal preferences and needs. We may our may not find a shelter. It's not a sure thing, so please bring your tent, hammock, tarp - whichever you prefer. And it could be too wet for a campfire, so you probably don't want to rely too much on that for cooking. Saturday is a hike around Söderåsen National park, with some fun spots along the way, and we'll return to Röstånga mid to late afternoon - the trip back to CPH is around 2 hours. The weather this time of year can be a little rough, and it's usually wet and cold, so please make sure to dress accordingly and pack waterproof, especially your sleeping bag. Get your train/bus ticket from Skånetrafiken - they have a decent mobile app, recommended. Destination: Röstånga bus station.

Hey all Im recreating this group again, lets meet at Paddys for drinks and meet people! Usually we end up going dancing elsewhere. Hope to see you :)

Escape the winter chill and immerse yourself in an evening of creativity, conversation, and coziness. Join us for a **Cocktails & Collage** a seasonal gathering that celebrates Danish *hygge* through drinks and imaginative art-making. Set in a contemporary art gallery turned into a creative studio for the night, you’ll begin with a delicious cocktail or a glass of wine and even alcohol-free option will be available. Once you test our cocktails you can settle into a candlelit workspace stocked with vintage magazines, colorful papers, fabrics, and other tactile treasures. A collage artist will guide the group through a meditative cut-and-paste flow where you’ll create a visual piece rooted in seasonal themes like winter coziness, Copenhagen memories, or dream landscapes. Whether you come with friends or on your own, this cozy and creative evening will leave you inspired, relaxed, and ready for winter. The bar will keep open for those who want to explore more of our cocktail menu Note: The event is free but does not include the drinks

Please Note: only registered guests will be allowed to attend our meetings. 🎤 Looking to overcome your fear of public speaking and gain confidence in your leadership abilities?\*\* Look no further than Frederiksberg Toastmasters, a chartered club of Toastmasters International - the leading non-profit organization in public speaking and leadership development. 🌟 Practice your public speaking, communication, and leadership skills in a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by experienced mentors and utilizing the Basecamp curriculum. 🌱 Develop your ability to persuade, gain stakeholder buy-in, and negotiate with ease through regular speeches, evaluations, and leadership opportunities. 🤝 As a member of Frederiksberg Toastmasters, you'll join a community of like-minded individuals working towards the same goal: to become world-class communicators and leaders. 🗓️ We invite you to join us at our weekly meetings, held every Saturday from 11:00 to 13:00. We start on time. 🔍 A typical Toastmasters meeting is run like this: [Watch Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=383gehepo8M) 📌 Meeting location: Please check our LinkedIn page: [Frederiksberg Toastmasters LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/frederiksberg-toastmasters) 😊 As a guest, you'll have the opportunity to observe and participate in our meetings (voluntarily). Note that you will not be forced to speak if you don't want to. Typically, there will be around 20-30 people. 🗣️ You will witness the power of superior communication manifesting in the form of inspiring oratory and elevated storytelling that underpins world-class leadership. ✍️ Step out of your comfort zone and become the best version of yourself 🚀 Frederiksberg Toastmasters \| Home of Leadership and Public Speaking Toastmasters \| Where Leaders are Made 📮 frederiksberg@toastmasters.dk 🌐 Facebook: [Frederiksberg Toastmasters Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/FrederiksbergTM) 🌐 LinkedIn: [Frederiksberg Toastmasters LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/frederiksberg-toastmasters)

Welcome to the Personal Growth BookClub Copenhagen! On the 14th February we will discuss the topic of **"Beyond Resiliency II: things that gain from disorder"** Main book **"Anti-fragile"** by Nassim Nicholas Taleb (available in English in Bog & Ide, etc.) You can find it in the public library [Bibliotek.dk](https://bibliotek.dk/materiale/antifragility_nassim-nicholas-taleb/work-of%3A870970-basis%3A29984158?type=bog&tid=PiTBU17651880405181686845417), [also here](http://bibliotek.dk/materiale/antifragile_nassim-nicholas-taleb/work-of%3A800010-katalog%3A99122538569405763?type=bog&tid=PiTBU17651880405191686845427) Summary: [Productivity game](https://youtu.be/oAJy45NWjmY?si=N9ciWRbQOsntk3CX) For the audiobook enthusiast: it is not in the catalogue of audible.co.uk but it is in the [audible.com](https://www.audible.com/es_US/pd/Antifragile-Audiolibro/B009PRJ6BS?srsltid=AfmBOoqW8nKqxuQ8HuYJUBPqHtFMBQZtyTCUOW3grYH_eer5TjlO20E6) (perhaps it is worth taking a 1month trial just to listen to it). Alternative book **"The Obstacle Is the Way:** **The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph"** By Ryan Holiday Audiobook available in Audible. Yes, this is the book for January. What can you expect from the **meetup**? * A safe space to discuss about the topic * A short summary of the book by one of the members (Agnes will do it this time) * A not-so-strict moderated discussion based on the book * Sometimes, short participative activities to activate the discussion or reach common grounds and conclusions. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Changes from October 2025: 1. Meetups are still based on topics but there will be a main book to lead the discussion. An optional book (often a more popular one) will also be suggested. 2. One member will make a short summary of the book to introduce the topic (and the book) 3. The moderator(s) will be chosen randomly from a pool of volunteers. 4. The book club accepts donations to afford the Meetup Fee. MobilePay: 8145PW. Donations are not mandatory and the quantity is free.

Hej! Copenhagen’s not just cozy — it’s cosmopolitan too. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join us](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HAJbRQkiuZKFtvdqBeVy4w)] Our Saturday 7:30 PM meetups gather 20–30-somethings who love international connections. Expect warm vibes, open minds, and a seat at the table for everyone. Come join the city’s most hyggeligt hangout. join us!!

Come join us for an afternoon run/jog/walk. Today is our Valentine's run. Some might celebrate carnival, vinter break, Fastalavn, but your harriettes have decided to arrange a Valentine's run for you. If you feel like it wear Valentine outfit as a fun gesture. We are not a typical running club, so please read about the concept in “about us”. How it works: we don’t know in advance where the trail will go, but we know it will be fun! A member of the club, the 'hare', sets a trail, usually marked with flour. The rest of us, the 'pack', follows the hare's 'scent', i.e., the marks. There will be a 8-10 km trail for runners with shortcuts down to 5-6 km for walkers and those who need a slower pace. We have no set pace - run/walk as slow or as fast as you'd like. After the run we enjoy some refreshments and socialize. Come a few minutes before the start so that you can say hi and leave your bag in a designated bag car before we set off at 14:30. Don’t worry if there are few registrations on Meetup. We have existed for 44 years, and a lot of our members (anywhere from 20 to 50 people) just show up. Four-legged friends are welcome! We never cancel. See you there!

Copenhagen Gaming "Week" is returning to Bella Center. There will a variety of gaming activities, including board games, retro arcade games, sports, talks, eSports, etc. You can read about it here. https://www.copenhagengamingweek.dk/ Tickets are available at this [link](https://www.ticketmaster.dk/artist/1265534?language=da-dk&camefrom=WEBSITE_BELLA&_gl=1*kwepjr*_ga*NzA3NDY1MTc2LjE3NjY0MDY2NjY.*_ga_9ZYXPH02PT*czE3NjY0MDY2NjUkbzEkZzEkdDE3NjY0MDc1NDYkajI3JGwwJGgw). We'll meet at 1pm in front of Bella Center and we can get drinks/food after if anyone is interested.

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at our Copenhagen Shut Up & Write! sessions. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, résumé, melody, poem, or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: - 15 minutes of hellos and getting settled; maybe some quick intros. - Then, the timer starts! : writing for 1 hour. - After the hour is up... chat / take off / keep writing, if you're on a roll. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens once the hour of writing is complete. Writing can be very solitary... connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. It's best to be on time, but BEING LATE IS ALSO OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check in with us after the session. (We’ll be the ones with the small Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons.

# **Band: Old Possum's Menagerie; Caller: Richard Ades** Beginner lesson at 1:30, regular dancing begins at 2:00 pm NOTE THAT WE ARE TEMPORARILY DANCING IN THE AFTERNOON INSTEAD OF EVENING. Dance with us in the afternoon then you can still go out in the evening! **Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214** 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 1:30 - 2:00, followed by dancing 2:00 - 430. 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. Please bring your own refillable water bottle.

Join us for something different as we get together to see EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT! While researching his 2022 film, director Bas Luhrmann came across and compiled rare and previously unseen interviews and videos of Elvis in concert to create “one of the most exciting concert films you’ve ever seen!” Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Part documentary, part concert film, the latest from director Bas Luhrmann is a follow-up to his 2022 film starring Austin Butler. While researching the film, he came across 68 boxes of previously unseen interviews, concert performances and outtakes from previous films. A combination of offstage and onstage Elvis, comes a film that “befits the magnitude of Elvis as a performer but also offers deeper revelations of his humanity and inner life." It is written/directed by Baz Luhrmann (ELVIS, MOULIN ROUGE, THE GREAT GATSBY) and stars the legendary Elvis Presley! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmqWusmzp0k BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: The film screened at the 2025 Toronto Film Festival where it was the runner up in the category People’s Choice Award for Documentaries. Next Best Picture says, “Certain to energize longtime fans and generate new ones for generations to come, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is a masterwork of montage.” And according to the NY Post, whether you have a room in the house devoted to Elvis or not, this truly “Epic” concert film is an energizing experience!” PLAN: We’ll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby BRAVO around 5 or 5:30pm followed by a 7pm-ish showing on one of their larger screens. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Please list your seat number in the Comments below. Exact showtime and meeting details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

✨ **Wicks & Sips: A Candle-Making Experience** ✨ Join us for an afternoon of creativity, connection, and calm. **Wicks & Sips** offers a beautifully curated candle-making experience designed for every woman who deserves a moment to unwind. 🕯️ **Two Experiences. One Elegant Vibe.** **Creative Experience** Create a custom, single-wick fragrant candle while enjoying light appetizers and cocktail-inspired mocktails in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. **Elevated Experience** *(limited availability)* Step into a more refined experience featuring designer-inspired decorative candle vessels, premium colors and fragrances, and guided instruction to bring your candle vision to life. Enjoy curated appetizers, desserts, cocktails, and cosmopolitan-inspired sips—plus a keepsake takeaway bag to remember the moment. [Purchase Tickets](https://www.thepastry-boutique.com/event-details/wicks-and-sips-a-candle-making-event-1)

The topic for February is "Transitions" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

💖 𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐄’𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐒𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐃! 💖 **No Valentine? No Problem!** 💖 𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐎𝐔P𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞! . 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲? 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐧𝐨 𝐟𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 “𝐖𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮!” 💯 . 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬! . 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 / 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬! . 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐠𝐨 𝐔𝐏! . 💥 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚 💥 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 💥 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝: 𝐀𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐥 𝐈𝐲𝐚! . 💥 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟒 💥 𝟖 𝐩𝐦 – 𝟏 𝐚𝐦 . 🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue 🟣 Dancing All Night Long! . 👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐄𝐑 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭: https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/ . Lincoln Street Salsa 1717 Brice Rd Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068 . 🟣 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm . 🟣 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧! 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm . 🟣 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝! 9:30 pm – 1:00 am . ✅ Cover Includes Dance Lesson and/or Party! . 👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐄𝐑 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭: https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/ . 👉 $𝟐𝟓 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 (𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝟐/𝟏𝟒 @ 𝟓 𝐩𝐦!) . 👉 $𝟑𝟎 𝐀𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫 . ✅ 𝐍𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲! ✅ 𝐍𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝! ✅ Always Other People to Dance With! ✅ Singles, Couples, Beginners, and Pros Welcome! . ✅ BYOB ✅ 18+ . ✅ 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬? 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭: LincolnStreetSalsa.com 𝐎𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐝: 𝟔𝟏𝟒-𝟕𝟕𝟒-𝟖𝟏𝟒𝟔 . 👉 𝐁𝐮𝐲 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐄𝐑 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐚𝐭: https://columbussalsadancing.com/live-salsa-band-tickets-early/ .