Birth Advocacy

**BABYS (0-1) um 15.30Uhr** Musikalische Früherziehung für Babys (im Alter von 0 bis 1) Musik, Melodie, Rhythmus, Klang und Geräusche spielen schon von Geburt an eine wichtige Rolle. Gemeinsames Musizieren ist für Babys "Nahrung" für Körper, Seele und Geist. Deswegen möchten wir zusammen mit Eltern (oder Bezugspersonen) und ihren Babys singen, musizieren, Klänge erleben sowie tanzen und viel Freude mit Kniereiterliedern, Wiegenliedern, aber auch Lieder für die eigene Körpererfahrung haben. Zum Tanzen singen und hören wir Bewegungssongs oder auch klassische Stücke. Die Babys probieren sich während Klanggeschichten mit den Instrumenten, die im offenen Wohnzimmer zur Verfügung stehen, aus. **KLEINKINDER (1-3) um 16.20Uhr** Kleinkinder (1-3) mit ihren Eltern sind herzlich eingeladen ins Offene Wohnzimmer zum gemeinsamen Singen und Musizieren! Musik, Melodie, Rhythmus, Klang und Geräusche spielen schon von Geburt an eine wichtige Rolle. Gemeinsames Musizieren ist für Kinder "Nahrung" für Körper, Seele und Geist. Deswegen möchten wir zusammen mit Eltern (oder Bezugspersonen) und ihren Kinder singen, musizieren, Klänge erleben sowie tanzen und viel Freude mit Kniereiterliedern, Wiegenliedern, aber auch Lieder für die eigene Körpererfahrung haben. Zum Tanzen singen und hören wir Bewegungssongs oder auch klassische Stücke. Die Kinder probieren sich während Klanggeschichten mit den Instrumenten, die im offenen Wohnzimmer zur Verfügung stehen, aus. **KINDER (3-6) um 17.10Uhr** Kinder (3-6) mit ihren Eltern sind herzlich eingeladen ins Offene Wohnzimmer zum gemeinsamen Singen und Musizieren! Das Interesse der Kinder an allem was klingt und singt wollen wir in unserem Musikkurs aufgreifen. Dabei geht es um die kreative Entdeckung der Klänge und Töne, die Förderung der eigenen Stimme und das Erleben von Rhythmus und Bewegung. Die Instrumente, die uns im offenen Wohnzimmer zur Verfügung stehen, sollen die Kinder mitunter kennen- und spielen lernen. In familiärer Atmosphäre möchten wir den Kinder in diesem Kurs ein Grundverständnis von Musik vermittelt, nicht aber das konkrete Noten lesen wie es bspw. im Klaviereinzelunterricht oder in der Schule der Fall sein kann. Im Vordergrund stehen Spiel und Spaß am Musizieren. Für alle Kurse gilt: \*\*\* Keine Anmeldung erforderlich. \*\*\* Teilnahme auf Spendenbasis Gesa ist Musikerin, Sängerin, Gesangspädagogin und zertifizierte Singleiterin für Heilsames Singen. Nach über 20 Jahren als Opern- und Konzertsängerin liegt ihr Fokus heute auf dem musikalischen Früherziehung.

Greetings All, The Spiritual Discussion Programme (in English) on BLESS RADIO 1 is on today from 7pm to 9pm CET time which is 6pm to 8pm UK time. The topic is "Acting in our Self interest in the Light of Divine Will” To listen visit [www.blessradio1.com](http://www.blessradio1.com/) Alternatively you can listen on [zeno.fm/radio/blessradio1](http://zeno.fm/radio/blessradio1) [Please note that this link has changed from the previous address] We are also live streaming on YouTube. Goto [www.YouTube.com](http://www.youtube.com/) Search for Blessradio1 Grail Message Acting in our Self interest in the Light of Divine Will (i.e. TOPIC OF THE SHOW) After the show, you can also listen to the recording of the show on YOU TUBE (as above). Hope you can listen tonight and join in. You are welcome to join in the discussion by: PLEASE call /text / WhatsApp us with your questions or comments on +44 7939 641 958. OR MESSAGE us on Bless Chat box on [www.blessradio1.com](http://www.blessradio1.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2fGBcwr_zqUzBvp1UNYPsReHJqU4HJqhn3rg3XZGIk-3b5QHFKoJQolAs_aem_ONWb__d3tcI4BshpKmv6ag) Regards, Saad Farooqi

* **NEW IG ACCOUNT: [@neurocrafting.berlin](https://www.instagram.com/neurocrafting.berlin?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ\*:･ﾟ✧** Calling all neurodivergent individuals! Are you tired of starting hobbies that you never seem to finish? Join us for an evening of guilt-free creativity where there is absolutely no pressure to complete anything. This event is designed to be a safe space where you can freely express your creativity without fear of judgment or criticism. We will have a variety of crafting supplies available including paint, yarn, crochet needles, beads, coloring books, origami paper, markers... However, feel free to bring your own supplies or current projects if you'd like to work on something specific. **There is a donation of a minimum of 4-5 euros to cover the materials and space.** In case you wish to pay via paypal: neurocrafting.berlin@gmail.com

**Massage Exchange for GBTQ men\*** **[BOOK HERE!](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/massage-exchange/w02-2026)** **Member: 15 €** **Non Member: 25 €** 🔵 Massage Exchange for **GBTQ men\*** is a monthly event that provides a safe and welcoming space to practice and experience full-body touch and massage techniques (using massage tables). Referencing the content from the “Soul of Skin” massage training, each evening offers participants the opportunity to either try out or deepen various massage styles, fostering a community of learning and support. Switching between giving and receiving roles often allows men\* to engage more deeply, experiencing greater impact and connection. The event provides both thematic suggestions for massage techniques and “best practices”, as well as enough freedom to use the space in mutual agreement with your partner\*. Whether you are new to massage or attentive touch, or an experienced practitioner, this event is an excellent opportunity to connect with others, improve your skills, and enjoy the many benefits of touch in a supportive environment. **Benefits of non-judgmental, full-body Touch** * Touch is essential for our mental health and prevents loneliness * Touch slows down, nourishes, and soothes * Touch can positively influence shame or negative body image * Touch promotes relaxation and regeneration * Touch communicates without words and creates a deeper connection to others * Touch stimulates the capacity for pleasure and empathy **General Information** * This format is for all queer men\* / queer masculinities interested in experiencing touch in a safe(r) setting. * Please pay attention to personal hygiene * Be comfortable with nudity. This event is sensual and may include genital touch but is not about sex. * Bring your own oil, a sheet and a towel to cover cushions, mats, or massage tables. * This event will be in German and/or English depending on participant needs. * This event is also available at a reduced member price – but not part of the two-free-monthly-events benefit. * Concession tickets upon written request to **[events@wearevillage.org]()** 🔵 **Massageaustausch für GBTQ Männer\*** **[ANMELDUNG](https://wearevillage.org/shop/massage-exchange/w27-2025)** **Mitglieder: 15 €** **Nicht-Mitglieder: 25 €** Massage Exchange für GBTQ Männer\* ist ein monatliches Event, das einen sicheren und einladenden Raum bietet, um ganzkörperliche Berührung und Massagetechniken (unter Verwendung von Massageliegen) zu praktizieren und zu erleben. Bezugnehmend auf die Inhalte des “Soul of Skin Massagetrainings”, bietet jeder Abend den Teilnehmenden die Möglichkeit, entweder verschiedene Massage Stile zu probieren oder zu vertiefen, wodurch eine Gemeinschaft des Lernens und der Unterstützung entsteht. Der Wechsel zwischen gebender und nehmender Rolle erlaubt es oft Männern\*, sich tiefer einzulassen und dadurch mehr Wirkung und Verbindung zu erfahren. Es gibt thematisch sowohl Anregung für Massagegriffe und “best practices” als auch genug Freiheit, den Raum im gegenseitigen Einvernehmen mit deinem Partner\* zu nutzen. Egal, ob Du neu in der Massage oder aufmerksamen Berührung bist oder ein erfahrener Praktiker, dieses Event ist eine hervorragende Gelegenheit, Dich mit anderen zu verbinden, Deine Fähigkeiten zu verbessern und die vielen Vorteile von Berührung in einer unterstützenden Umgebung zu erfahren und zu genießen. **Vorteile einer wertfreien, ganzkörperlichen Berührung** * Berührung ist essentiell für unsere seelische Gesundheit und beugt Vereinsamung vor * Berührung verlangsamt, nährt und beruhigt * Berührung kann Scham oder negative Körperbilder positiv beeinflussen * Berührung fördert Entspannung und Erholung * Berührung kommuniziert ohne Worte und schafft eine tiefere Verbindung zu anderen * Berührung stimuliert Genuß- und Empathiefähigkeit **Hinweise** * Dieses Format ist für alle queeren Männer\*/Männlichkeiten, die Berührung in einer einvernehmlichen, unterstützenden Atmosphäre erfahren möchten. * Bitte lege Wert auf persönliche Hygiene. * Du solltest einen relativ entspannten Umgang mit Nacktheit haben. Diese Veranstaltung ist sinnlich und kann genitale Berührungen beinhalten, aber es geht nicht um Sex. * Bringe dein eigenes Öl und zum Abdecken von Kissen, Matten oder Massageliegen ein Laken und ein Handtuch mit. * Das Event wird je nach Teilnehmer\*bedürfnissen auf Deutsch und/oder Englisch sein. * Dieses Event ist auch zu einem ermäßigten Mitgliederpreis erhältlich – aber kein Bestandteil der zwei kostenlosen monatlichen Mitgliederveranstaltungen. * Ermäßigter Zugang möglich auf schriftliche Anfrage an **[events@wearevillage.org]()**

**Shamanic Conscious Connected Breathwork** This group is dedicated to **Shamanic Conscious Connected Breathwork**, a powerful somatic practice for emotional release, nervous system regulation, and inner clarity. Through **conscious, connected breathing**, rhythmic music, and guided facilitation, participants are invited to access deeper layers of awareness, release stored stress and emotions, and reconnect with their inner resources. The term *shamanic* refers to the **journey-based, experiential nature** of the practice. There are **no substances involved**. The work is grounded, body-based, and trauma-aware. ### This group is for you if you want to: * release stress, tension, and emotional blockages * regulate your nervous system and feel more grounded * explore non-ordinary states of consciousness through breath * experience clarity, emotional relief, and deep relaxation ### Each session typically includes: * introduction and intention setting * guided conscious connected breathwork * music-supported journey * integration and grounding ### Contraindications This practice is **not suitable** for people with any of the following conditions: * pregnancy * epilepsy or history of seizures * severe cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure not medically controlled * recent surgery or acute physical injury * glaucoma or detached retina * severe asthma * diagnosed psychosis, bipolar disorder, or severe psychiatric conditions If you are unsure whether this practice is appropriate for you, please **consult your healthcare provider** or contact the facilitator in advance. **No prior experience is required.** Beginners are welcome. Sessions are guided with care, structure, and clear boundaries. This is a **safe, respectful space** for self-exploration, presence, and embodied awareness. Sessions are held in English & German. German participants are very welcome.

Let’s come back together after the holidays for our first meetup of 2026 at Feel Seoul Good. Great Korean food, easy chat, and a relaxed way to meet other vegans and vegan-curious people. * **Where:** **Feel Seoul Good**, Husemannstraße 2, 10435 Berlin (reservation name: **Berlin Vegan Social**) * **When:** Tuesday **6 January 2026**, 19:00 ——— **Deposit (required for confirmation)** €5 to confirm your spot. PayPal **@christianhannusch** with note: **Meetup name + Korean Dinner**. Only deposit RSVPs are confirmed. Refunded at check-in (or if you cancel **24+ hours** before). No PayPal? Message me privately for IBAN. ——— We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable. Please respect boundaries — harassment or disrespectful behaviour isn’t welcome and may mean removal from future events.

First monthly meetup of the year! Directors, producers, editors, cinematographers, composers, sound people are all welcome, no matter what your level of experience is :) Come from 19:00, event will start at **19:30**, **[at SaliGari Bar](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Enj9jdcMvNqx9QnL9)**, in Friedrichshain. Here is the program: * Introduction Round * Announcements/Requests * Work-in-progress screening * Networking \-\-\- Our events are free, but we would appreciate if you would have at least one drink, to support the bar which is kindly hosting us. Also, we normally ask for donations to cover our meetup.com costs. See you then :)

Hallo, Lina hat den feministischen Stammtisch gegründet, um sich mindestens ein Mal im Monat zu treffen – zum Austausch und Beschweren über das Patriarchat ;) ebenso wie zum Zusammenkommen und Zusammentun. Wir möchten einen Raum schaffen, in dem sich insbesondere Frauen\*, FINTA und BIPoc wohl und willkommen fühlen. Das Treffen ist für alle, die sich mit Feminismus beschäftigen wollen, aber z.B. nicht zum Lesen kommen. Ihr müsst also nichts vorbereiten, lesen oder mitbringen – nur die Lust auf Austausch zu feministischen Themen! Es gibt für die Treffen keine Tagesordnung oder so, wir schauen einfach gemeinsam was sich ergibt. Wir freuen uns auf dich und sind sehr gespannt, was sich entwickelt.

It’s a time to sit in a circle of friends and sing mantras from the heart. Let these sounds soothe both the mind and the heart. During this evening, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the sounds of yoga and discover a sense of inner peace. Our session offers a gentle chance to slow down, find harmony, and reconnect with the depths of your heart🧡 Live music will make the evening even more enchanting. 🎵We’ll use acoustic instruments that help you relax and fill the space with a peaceful, nurturing atmosphere. As the session unfolds, we’ll naturally flow into a soft kirtan meditation — the beautiful culmination of this shared journey. To end the evening with care, we’ll offer warm tea and a sweet treat☕️ You are warmly welcome! Don’t hesitate — join us for this unique inner journey ✨ 📆 When: Every Friday 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM 📍 Location: Rigaer Str. 25, Berlin (Yogicescape)

Wir suchen Bässe und Tenöre. Hast Du Lust zu Singen? Komm zur Offenen Probe und lerne uns kennen! Notenkenntnisse und Erfahrung sind nicht nötig - einfach vorbeischauen: Mittwoch, 07.01.26, 17:45 Uhr, Leo-Leonni-Grundschule, Trift- Ecke Willdenow-str., U+S Wedding / Leopolplatz We are looking for bass and tenor voices. Join us for our open rehearsal and find out more!

**Join Us for Vegan Lunch at Trivitys – Supporting Local During Change** Come together with fellow Berlin vegans for a nourishing midday meal at Trivitys on **Wednesday, 8th January at 13:00**. This beloved café is currently navigating a period of transformation, and we'd like to show our support whilst enjoying their entirely vegan and gluten-free menu.​ **Why Trivitys?** Trivitys specialises in healthy, organic cuisine that's completely vegan, gluten-free, and free from added sugars. Their menu features everything from hearty quiches and pizzas to creative breakfast plates and delicious desserts, all crafted with certified organic ingredients. The café offers a warm, health-conscious atmosphere perfect for connecting with like-minded people over good food.​ **Details** * **Date**: Thursday, 8th January 2026 * **Time**: 13:00 * **Location**: Trivitys, Florastraße 27, 13187 Berlin-Pankow​ * **What to expect**: A relaxed lunch with fellow vegans, wholesome food, and the chance to support a local business during their transition **Why go with us?** Enjoy 15% off anything you order from the [menu](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0560/9721/0556/files/MENU_08.25_-_Englisch.pdf?v=1758963494). Whether you're after a substantial meal or simply good company, this is a lovely opportunity to gather midweek and enjoy what Trivitys does best. Please RSVP so we can give the café a heads-up on numbers.

Berlin is dark. Especially in winter. That's why it's important to catch those rays of sun, while they are still there. At lunch time the sun is the strongest. While walking together we can enjoy a nice conversation, get those steps in, increase our serotonin production as well as sync the circadian rhythm. It's also a lovely break from work. I would like to invite you to our mental health walk event. Agenda: 12:10 We meet at Schöneberg Park next to the fountain with the golden deer statue ("Der goldene Hirsch"). 12:15 We walk to Volkspark Wilmersdorf 12:45 We arrive back in Schöneberg Park, at the golden deer statue. We walk at every weather, so make sure to dress properly! Looking forward to meeting you at our lunchtime walk. Marija

EVERY 2. and 3. saturday of the month A community project offering creative sessions for children and families—music, movement, yoga, and arts—all designed to spark joy, expression, and connection. Please sign up through whatsapp or email to join the fun. Ein Gemeinschaftsprojekt, das kreative Sitzungen für Kinder und Familien anbietet – Musik, Bewegung, Yoga und Kunst –, die alle darauf ausgelegt sind, Freude, Ausdruck und Verbundenheit zu wecken. Die Stunde findet auf englisch statt Teilnahme auf Spendenbasis Bitte melden Sie sich per WhatsApp oder E-Mail an, um am Spaß teilzunehmen. [+49 1512 9693732](http://wa.me/4915129693732) / [hello@littlehumansarts.de](mailto:hello@littlehumansarts.de)

**Happy New Year** and **May 2026 be the BEST Year of your life up to now**. Wikipedia is One of the Greatest Innovations of the 2000s. Some of us are Big Wikipedia Fans and have created pages there, edited, added fotos. We want to support the event of the local Berlin FLINTA-editing group dedicated to ladies that want to start / edit wikipedia pages, https://www.meetup.com/wikibaer-%ef%b8%8foffener-wikipedia-abend/events/312549626/. **Veranstaltung auf Deutsch.** **JOIN THEM !!** Copy pasted von deren event: **Wissen verändert die Welt. Mach Mit!** Wir treffen uns alle zwei Wochen zum lockeren Austausch und gemeinsamen Arbeiten. Im Wechsel am 1. Mittwoch des Monats in der Geschäftsstelle von Wikimedia Deutschland und am 3. Mittwoch des Monats in unserem Communityraum in der Köpenicker Straße in Berlin-Mitte. Interessierte Frauen\* sind herzlich eingeladen, uns zu besuchen und mehr über das Schreiben und die Regeln in Wikipedia herauszufinden. Erfahre bei unserer Veranstaltung, wie Wikipedia und ihre Schwesterprojekte funktionieren, lerne wie du selbst mitschreiben kannst und finde heraus, welche Artikel zu deinen Lieblingsthemen noch fehlen. Oder vielleicht interessierst Du Dich für Fotografie und würdest gerne mehr über die Commons-Lizenzen und die Mitarbeit an der Bilddatenbank Wikimedia Commons erfahren? Auch dann bist Du herzlich Willkommen! 🕖 Termine: jeden 1. und 3. Mittwoch des Monats ab 19 Uhr ℹ️ Aktuelle Termine: [https://w.wiki/tv](https://w.wiki/tv) Mehr Informationen: [WomenEdit-Seite](http://%5Bhttps//de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:WomenEdit/Treffen_%5D(https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:WomenEdit/Treffen_)(Berlin)) Die Teilnahme ist kostenfrei. Schreib uns eine PM hier, [womenedit@wikipedia.de](mailto:womenedit@wikipedia.de), falls Du Rückfragen hast. P. S.: Wir bewerben das Event nicht nur hier. Im Schnitt sind wir 6-10 Teilnehmerinnen, also nicht wundern, wenn hier keine hohen Teilnahmezahlen stehen.

Hey there Black Love Friends and Welcome to 2026! To start the year off right we're bringing back our monthly birthday celebrations...but over brunch! To kick us off we'll be enjoying breathtaking city views at the exquisite Goodale Station. So join us for good food, good conversation and if it's your birth month, enjoy a birthday mimosa on us. Space is limited so RSVP today

**Start the new year with a Braver Angels gathering focused on speaking openly and listening deeply.** **In small, structured groups, each person will have five minutes to share a political or social issue that matters to them and why- no debate, no interruption, just genuine curiosity.** **Participants will practice curiosity, reflecting back values and emotions they hear, asking thoughtful questions, and- only with permission- offering their perspective.** **It’s a simple and powerful way to connect with one another and begin the year with a respectful and courageous conversation.** **Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026** **Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm** **Place: Columbus Metropolitan Library, Southeast Branch, 3980 Hamilton Rd, Groveport, Ohio** **All are welcome- bring a friend!** For additional information contact: Lee Evans at [LEvans@BraverAngels.org](mailto:LEvans@BraverAngels.org)

Join the [Columbus Vegan Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/columbusveganmeetup/) on **Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM** at **1043 W 3rd Avenue in Grandview**! Come hang out and enjoy delicious pastries from this **all-vegan, family-owned** local favorite. Whether you’re a longtime vegan or just curious, it’s the perfect time to build your social circle and support a community business. See you there!

*GOhio!* turns 8!! 🥳 Come celebrate with us at [Pins Mechanical](https://www.pinsbar.com/locations/easton)! 😄 **Summary** Pins Mechanical Co. is a social entertainment venue that combines old-school games like duckpin bowling, pinball, and other classic arcade and table games with craft cocktails, local beers, and punch. The vintage-industrial atmosphere is designed for playful, face-to-face gatherings with friends, family, and colleagues, offering a casual and lively alternative to a typical bar. Pins' Easton location spans over 38,000 square feet, making it the largest in the United States. This massive entertainment venue features two floors, a mezzanine level with stadium seating, and three full-service bars. It offers 16 duckpin bowling lanes, two indoor bocce courts, and more than 60 classic and modern pinball and arcade games. For additional fun, the location is known for its two outdoor patios, an indoor slide, and an expanded patio pong setup. **Activities** As noted below, some machines take actual quarters. Pins has two change machines (one downstairs and one upstairs) that accept ones, fives, or tens (only), and return quarters (only). * *Duckpin Bowling* [Like Bowling](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duckpin_bowling) but with smaller balls, stubby pins, and no oil on the lanes. The cost is $9 per game per person. * *Pinball* [Who](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Who)'s a [wizard](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinball_Wizard) on these [retro machines](https://pinballmap.com/map/?by_location_id=15311)? At $1 per play, everyone! Takes quarters. * *Arcade* Play classics like Gorf, Pac-Man, Gorf, Donkey Kong, Gorf, Galaga, and Gorf! The best part is, there's Gorf! And all the arcade games are free! * *Patio Pong* The classic college party staple but bigger. Instead of tossing a ping pong ball into cups, you use a regular ball and oversized buckets. There are two of these upstairs, and they're both free! * *Ping Pong* The most popular sport in China! They have two ping pong tables downstairs and two more ping pong tables upstairs. For those of you who have studied topological spaces and set theory, you will know this means they have four total ping pong tables. They have bubble gum dispensers with ping pong balls in them for 25¢ each. The dispensers take quarters. However, they also have racks where they store the ping pong paddles, and in these racks are slots for ping pong balls. It's not uncommon to see balls already here, so there's a chance you may be able to play ping pong for free if you want to. * *Hookie* You can't put your eye out! The safe alternative to darts: Hook thrown rings on a board. Outdoors on the upstairs patio, and free! * *Bocce* Like bowling, except there’s turf and a lot more balls. You can also knock your opponent’s balls out of the way. There are two of these upstairs, and they're both free! * *Foosball* Everyone loves [foosball](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Table_football)! 50¢ a game. Takes quarters. * *Giant Jenga* Stack massive wooden blocks into a tower, then take turns pulling out one block at a time without collapsing the tower. There are four of these sprinkled throughout the venue (two downstairs and two upstairs, with one on each patio), and they're all free! * *Skeeball* There are three skeeball machines on the first floor (near the Gorf machine!), and they're all free! * *Giant Connect Four* On the outdoor patio upstairs, and free! * *Bubble Hockey* This is upstairs. Up to four people can play at once, and it costs $1. Takes quarters. * *Cornhole* There are two cornhole lanes upstairs, and they're both free! * *Basketball* There are two basketball machines downstairs. They're tucked behind the downstairs bar, so they're not always obvious unless you go look for them. They're $2 per play, and they take quarters. * *NES and Sega Genesis video games* These are collections, downstairs (near the Gorf machine!), of video games that you can play for free! * *The Big Metal Indoor Slide* This large two-story slide is for kids, and certainly no adults would ride this. After all, it's not like it's free or anything. **Outdoor Patio** Pins at Easton actually has two outdoor patios. But for our purposes, only the upstairs one matters. See, it will be winter and likely cold. But their upstairs patio has multiple ceiling heaters and two massive gas fire pits that put out a ton of heat. Sitting out here may be a real option. As mentioned above, the upstairs outdoor patio has one of the venue's two Patio Pong setups, one of their multiple Giant Jengas, the Giant Connect Four, and Hookie. **Food** Pins doesn't serve food, but there's a [Mikey's Late Night Slice](https://www.latenightslice.com/) next door. This Mikey's is basically an extension of the Easton Pins; there's a large open doorway between both establishments. Mikey's has a fountain dispenser with Coke products. You can also get Coke and Diet Coke (but not Coke Zero, like you can at Mikey's) at the bars in Pins, but I think the quality of the soda pop from Mikey's fountain is better than that from the bar hoses Pins uses to dispense soft drinks. You are also quite allowed at Pins to either bring food in or order it in via your favorite delivery app. **Parking** I recommend parking in the [Worth Garage](https://eastontowncenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/parking-at-easton-updated-file-sept-25.pdf). It's literally right next door to Pins, and it's free as long as you park on Level 2 or above. They recently started charging people to park on Level 1, and you pay for parking on this level the same way you pay for street parking in Columbus, with the [ParkColumbus](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.parkmobile.parkcolumbus&hl=en_US&pli=1) app. I've seen them enforce this by ticketing people's cars, but I don't know how they actually compel payment. The garage is not a public street that actual cops can write you tickets for parking illegally on. If you have an actual ticket from a cop that you don't pay, they can go so far as to issue a warrant for your arrest. But all Easton has, seemingly, is, "[Please pay our ticket](https://eastonpreferredpark.com/)." Still, in my ongoing efforts to eliminate needless stress and aggravation from my life, I just park above the first Level. The actual address of the garage is [4049 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4049+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388a86de3af559:0xc1dc8b4661fc834f!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11sgzjp4ml?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDkyNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). However, your GPS is stupid. The actual entrances to the garage are on the cross steets Brighton Rose Way and Fenlon St, not Worth Ave. Just keep this in mind once you get to the garage. **Where we'll meet** I'll post in the comments where I am. People will obviously want to explore different areas of the venue over the course of the event (and there's a lot to explore), but please just let me know (as in, come find me) once you've arrived. **Peroration** Come on out and say hi! 😄

Volunteer with Westerville Queer Collective and the Neurospicy Meetup to build care packages for local unhoused folks, which will be distributed throughout local camps and neighborhoods via Heer2Serve (501c3). Will you donate any items? If so, comment what will you bring Please make sure clothing items are clean and if you’re donating food, ready to be eaten without a stove or microwave. We expect to assemble around 50-100 packages, so if you’ll purchase items, please consider that amount (ie bulk individually packaged candies etc.). Fun and interesting book or entertainment item donation also welcome! Package assembly will take place on January 17th from 10-12 am. Location TBA but will be in Westerville, Ohio.