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Blood on the Clocktower aux Caves Alliées (script avancé)
**Soirée enquête, bluff et intrigues aux Caves Alliées.**
Soirée ouverte **aux personnes qui connaissent déjà bien le jeu.** Tous les coups sont permis! Nous testerons les scripts et personnages les plus fous proposés par Blood on the Clocktower. **Nécessite de déjà bien connaître le jeu, recommandé si vous avez déjà une joué aux 3 scripts de base.**
Si c'est la première fois que vous vous aventurez sur un autre script que Trouble Brewing, venez plutôt à une soirée "script intermédiaire".
Si c'est votre toute première partie de Blood on the Clocktower (quelle chance!), rejoignez plutôt une de nos sessions pour joueur(se)s débutant(e)s, nous y expliquons les règles en détails.
Nous serons accueillis au bar "les Caves Alliées" (taverne médiévale à Paris 6ème), qui nous met à disposition un espace de jeu.
Participation gratuite, par contre nous serons dans un bar, donc pensez à consommer (Ils ont un large choix de bières, des softs, boissons médiévales, et planches pour grignoter).
Nous jouerons le script Dude, Where's My Cat? - v1.0.2, visible ici : https://www.botcscripts.com/script/8911
C'est un script expérimental sorti tout droit de mon cerveau malade centré sur le Spirit of Ivory.
Pensez à y jeter un œil avant la soirée, et nous répondrons à toutes vos questions en début de partie.
Kata Tell don't ask - Protéger ses objets de l'anémie
Tests, Design patterns, Architecture, Qualité, Agilité, Pratiques Craft ou
encore Intelligence artificielle sont quelques-uns des thèmes familiers
très débattus dans notre communauté [AROLLA //](https://www.linkedin.com/feed/#).
Avec la présence de Dorra Bartaguiz, le kata tell-dont-ask sera animé par 2 software crafters chevronnés (Lilia et Eric). Il s'agira d'un exercice de mise en situation dans lequel on s'exerce sur le principe du même nom, le "Tell don't ask".
Pour faire simple, c'est un principe de programmation orientée objet qui encourage à veiller à ce que les objets soient eux-mêmes responsables de manipuler leurs attributs lorsqu'on réalise des opérations
Rendez-vous mardi 19/05 à 19h !
Soirée Polyglotte - Mardis & Samedis - Entrée Gratuite + Happy Hour 20h-2h
Nouveau ! Les soirées polyglottes ont désormais lieu **tous les mardis et samedis** au Baratin : • [Tous les mardis](https://polyglotclub.com/ParisTuesday) & [Tous les samedis](https://polyglotclub.com/ParisSaturday)
🌍 **TU VEUX VOYAGER SANS QUITTER PARIS ?**
Rejoins notre grande soirée polyglotte chaque mardi et samedi au Baratin, dans un nouveau lieu. Une ambiance internationale, conviviale et parfaite pour pratiquer les langues et rencontrer du monde.
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[Reportage](https://polyglotclub.com/about_us.php#blank) JT de France2
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**HORAIRES**
• Tous les mardis et samedis de 20h à 2h00
• Le Baratin, 41 Bd Saint-Marcel, 75013 Paris
• Métro Gare Austerlitz (lines 5, 10) or Place d'Italie (lines 5, 6, 7)
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**FONCTIONNEMENT**
NOUVEAU ! Des tables par langue, identifiées par des drapeaux, sont réparties dans le lieu. Chaque espace correspond à une langue ou à un groupe de langues (langues latines, asiatiques, etc.) afin de faciliter les échanges et la pratique orale.
À ton arrivée, un hôte t’accueille et te remet une étiquette avec ton prénom et les langues que tu souhaites pratiquer, pour favoriser les rencontres.
Toutes les langues et tous les niveaux sont bienvenus. Tous les âges et toutes les nationalités.
Aucune pression, juste l’envie d’échanger et de s’amuser.
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**PRIX**
• **Entrée GRATUITE !**
• Happy hour toute la soirée de 20h à 2h !
• Merci d’acheter au moins une boisson pour soutenir le bar. **Aucun surcoût appliqué**, prix du bar aux tarifs Happy Hour.
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Ces soirées sont possibles grâce aux établissements qui nous accueillent. Merci de jouer le jeu en consommant au bar afin de soutenir l’établissement 🙏
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• [Tarif des boissons ici](https://polyglotclub.com/file/drink_baratin.jpg).
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**PARTICIPATION**
• Entre 50 et 120 participants chaque semaine. 🎉
Événement annoncé sur plusieurs plateformes, ne pas se fier aux chiffres d’inscription.
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**LE BARATIN**
41 boulevard Saint-Marcel, 75013 Paris.
[Carte et avis.](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2pB6RJXwWKq6CYPN9)
* \- Emplacement central : 5 à 10 min à pied de la gare d’Austerlitz \(métro lignes 5 et 10\) ou de la place d’Italie \(lignes 5\, 6 et 7\)
* \- Grande terrasse : 50 places\, couverte en hiver\, agréable en été\, rue calme
À samedi pour ton tour du monde linguistique.
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New! Polyglot events now take place every **Tuesday & Saturday** at Le Baratin: • [Every Tuesday](https://polyglotclub.com/ParisTuesday) & [Every Saturday](https://polyglotclub.com/ParisSaturday)
🌍 **DO YOU WANT TO TRAVEL WITHOUT LEAVING PARIS?**
Join our big polyglot night every Saturday at Le Baratin, in a new venue. An international, friendly atmosphere, perfect for practicing languages and meeting new people.
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**SCHEDULE**
• Every Tuesday & Saturday, 8 pm to 2 am
• Le Baratin, 41 Bd Saint-Marcel, 75013 Paris
• Metro: Gare d’Austerlitz (lines 5, 10) or Place d’Italie (lines 5, 6, 7)
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**HOW IT WORKS**
NEW! Language tables identified by flags are set up throughout the venue.
Each area corresponds to a language or a group of languages (Latin languages, Asian languages, etc.) to make conversations and speaking practice easier.
When you arrive, a host welcomes you and gives you a name tag with your name and the languages you want to practice, to encourage interactions.
All languages and all levels are welcome. All ages and all nationalities.
No pressure, just the desire to exchange and have fun.
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**FEE**
• **FREE entry!**
• Happy hour all evening 8pm-2am !
• Please buy at least one drink to support the bar. **No extra charge**, bar prices at Happy Hour rates.
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These events are made possible thanks to the venues that host us. Please support the bar by ordering drinks and playing along 🙏
• [Drink prices here](https://polyglotclub.com/file/drink_baratin.jpg).
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**ATTENDANCE**
• 30 to 50 participants every Tuesday & Saturday. 🎉
Event posted on several platforms, ignore attendee numbers.
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**BARATIN**
41 boulevard Saint-Marcel, 75013 Paris
[Map & reviews](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2pB6RJXwWKq6CYPN9)
* Central location: 5 to 10 min walk from Gare d’Austerlitz (metro lines 5 and 10) or Place d’Italie (lines 5, 6 and 7)
* Large terrace: 50 seats, covered in winter, pleasant in summer, quiet street
See you Saturday for your linguistic world tour.
★Exchange Languages★
* Entre 10 et 30 participants internationaux \*
Nous nous réunissons pour favoriser les échanges culturels et la pratique des langues étrangères.
Ce soir, toutes les langues sont les bienvenues !
L'ambiance est conviviale et décontractée, et le nombre de participants est limité. Les participants ne seront partagés qu'avec les détenteurs d'une carte de membre annuelle valide.
La carte de membre offre une particularité : choisissez un numéro de vignette et recevez un shot gratuit au bar après avoir discuté avec les autres membres du groupe.
Prix du billet : 5 € (disponible depuis hier). ⬇️
[https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025](https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025)
Comedy in English : Green Light in Paris
### 🎤 Green Light in Paris - STANDUP COMEDY IN ENGLISH to discover the city of lights 💡
Green Light in Paris offers a **Unique Comedy Show every Tuesday** where the best comedians in Paris delve into **one theme** and fill you in on the Do's and Don'ts of **Parisian life** in the hip and trendy **11th arrondissement** (Near République & Canal-Saint Martin).
**THE fun thing to do in Paris** in English! Whether it's a fun date, a night out with friends, or just a chance to meet new people, our standup comedy club has it all.
**Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, BBC, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\*
**📅 Show Date**: Every Tuesday **at 8:00 PM** (Doors Open at 8:00 PM - Show starts at 8:30 PM)
📍 **Located at : Les Marquises -**[145 Rue Oberkampf](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66defc8355daf:0xcc7f729bf8e010d8?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111 "https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66defc8355daf:0xcc7f729bf8e010d8?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111")**, 75011 Paris**
[Short Preview of the show](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_uZbsNNQyl/)
🎤 **Who are the comedians?**
We book **different comedians every show** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New Zealand, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --*
**🌟 What is the show?**
A **traditional standup comedy** show with 3 acts, a first act, a middle act and a closing act. Three different comedians with different styles and enough time to experience comedy in a different setting.
🎫 Get your Tickets: [GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr](https://GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr "https://GreenLightParis.eventbrite.fr")
\#\#\#\# 🎟️Book your tickets now and secure your spot for a night to remember\! 🎟️
#### ABOUT YOUR TICKET :🎫
* You can make a free reservation which is "**first come first served**" for entry, with a donation at the start of the show. RESERVING A FREE TICKET DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY. Please be on time so we can find you a seat before the show starts.
*\*\*This show is crowd-funded and our recommended price is 12euros and 7 euros for students.*
Follow us on social media for updates and more information! \*\*[@GreenMicComedy ](https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/ "https://www.instagram.com/greenmiccomedy/")\*\*🎤
One quiz before I go @ BBP *CANAL* 🇧🇪 with Guillaume
Wait... Wait... Ah, there it is! Another trivia night! Quizmaster Guillaume invites you to [BBP Canal](https://beerproject.be/pages/canal-taproom) for a treat of a Tuesday pub quiz !
Our quiz night will consist of 4 rounds of trivia on a wide variety of topics, movies and TV, pop culture, geography, fashion, and anything strange and peculiar that comes through the mind of your host, with the final round being a music round! The quiz night is presented in French AND English, because Flemish is still out of our range!
The quiz is played in teams of 5 people max, with prizes to win for the top teams and the best team name. You can come with your mates (let us know how many when you sign up, and we’ll book a table in your name) or come on your own and we’ll match you with other quizzers. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to send us a message here.
If you are curious about our other projects,[ we have a trivia podcast!](https://pod.link/1503202147/episode/040273c20c130320d5c85cfbe23b6ecc)[ ](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress)
[Click here for all our updates!](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress)
See you very soon!
The PQM team
Bohemia Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Sans Clue H3 R*n 1191 | TBD
**Sans Clue H3 R*n 1191 | TBD**
DescriptionTBD
🐰 Hares: Wandering 2 Lips
👣 Trail: A-to-B trail, no bag drop
🧭 Directions: métro X (lignes X, X), sortie/exit X
📍 Meeting Point: statue/pissoir/follow the markings
💶 Hash Cash: 5 € (Hash cash is collected to keep our club active, and also to pay for your beer.)
🥐 Bring what you need. Up to you, but this could include water, sunblock, snow goggles, survival snack, chalk to back mark, a whistle if you can’t shout, brand new running shoes, a virgin, shiggy socks, a hash hymnal, a bag of tea, a bag of wine, wax, and/or extra cash. Dress appropriately - we run, and we may get into some shiggy (mud, puddles, scratchy bushes, wet paint, ...)
On on! 👣🍻
[https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh](https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh)
Découverte du Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques 🧮
Chèr·e·s Group Elements,
(oui, comme les éléments d’un groupe mathématique 🧮)
Retrouvons-nous pour explorer ensemble le Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques, qui revient pour sa 27e édition du **21 au 24 mai 2026** sur la Place Saint-Sulpice à Paris ! ➗✨
Cette année, le salon mettra à l’honneur le thème :
**« Égalités »**
Pendant ces quatre jours, nous pourrons découvrir :
* des stands interactifs 🧩
* des jeux mathématiques ♟️
* des ateliers 🔬
* des conférences 🎤
* des activités de vulgarisation scientifique 🌌
* et rencontrer des passionné·e·s de mathématiques et de sciences 📚
L’événement est très ouvert et accessible : il n’est pas nécessaire d’avoir une formation avancée en mathématiques pour en profiter.
Le format sera assez libre :
* chacun peut explorer le salon à son rythme 🚶
* tout en se retrouvant à certains moments pour assister ensemble à quelques activités ou conférences intéressantes 🤝
Voici quelques conférences du **dimanche 24 mai après-midi** que nous pourrions suivre ensemble :
• **13h15 – 14h00**
🎤 **Le « problème de Roubaud » sur les décimales de pi**
Une conférence mêlant poésie et mathématiques autour du recueil *Mezura* du mathématicien et poète Jacques Roubaud, dont la structure repose sur les décimales de π.
• **14h00 – 15h00**
🎤 **Toucher voir écouter les Mathématiques** — par Rémi Coulon
Une exploration des mathématiques à travers les sens, les objets concrets, l’impression 3D, la réalité virtuelle et les représentations visuelles utilisées par les mathématiciens et mathématiciennes.
• **15h00 – 16h00**
🎤 **Un mathématicien au musée** — par Roger Mansuy
Une conférence sur les liens entre mathématiques, créativité, peinture, sculpture et culture artistique 🎨
Ceux qui le souhaitent pourront également explorer les stands du salon avant ou après les conférences. 🧩
**Programme complet :**
[https://salon-math.fr/espace-evenementiel/](https://salon-math.fr/espace-evenementiel/)
Espace metiers : https://salon-math.fr/espace-metiers/
**Exposantes** : https://salon-math.fr/nos-exposant-es/
Site officiel :
[https://salon-math.fr/](https://salon-math.fr/)
**Il n’est pas nécessaire d’être expert — la curiosité est la seule condition.** 🌌
À très bientôt pour un week-end de mathématiques, de jeux et de découvertes ! 🧮
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Dear Group Elements,
(yes, like elements of a mathematical group 🧮)
Let’s explore the Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques together, returning for its 27th edition from **May 21st to May 24th, 2026** at Place Saint-Sulpice in Paris! ➗✨
This year’s theme is:
**“Equalities”**
Throughout these four days, we’ll be able to enjoy:
* interactive stands 🧩
* mathematical games ♟️
* workshops 🔬
* talks and conferences 🎤
* science outreach activities 🌌
* and conversations with people passionate about mathematics and science 📚
The event is very open and accessible — no advanced mathematical background is required to enjoy it.
The meetup format will be fairly flexible:
* everyone is free to explore the festival at their own pace 🚶
* while still meeting up at certain times to attend a few interesting sessions or activities together 🤝
Here are a few talks on **Sunday afternoon (May 24th)** that we could attend together:
• **1:15 PM – 2:00 PM**
🎤 **The “Roubaud Problem” and the Decimal Digits of Pi**
A fascinating intersection of poetry and mathematics based on *Mezura*, a poetry collection by mathematician and poet Jacques Roubaud, structured around the decimal expansion of π.
• **2:00 PM – 3:00 PM**
🎤 **Touching, Seeing, and Listening to Mathematics** — by Rémi Coulon
An exploration of mathematics through the senses, physical objects, 3D printing, virtual reality, and visual intuition.
• **3:00 PM – 4:00 PM**
🎤 **A Mathematician at the Museum** — by Roger Mansuy
A talk about the connections between mathematics, creativity, painting, sculpture, and artistic culture 🎨
Those interested will also be free to explore the festival stands before or after the talks. 🧩
**Full programme:**
[https://salon-math.fr/espace-evenementiel/](https://salon-math.fr/espace-evenementiel/)
Espace metiers : https://salon-math.fr/espace-metiers/
**Show Stands**: https://salon-math.fr/nos-exposant-es/
Official website:
[https://salon-math.fr/](https://salon-math.fr/)
**No expertise is required — curiosity is the only prerequisite.** 🌌
Looking forward to a weekend of mathematics, games, and discoveries! ➗🌌
See you soon! 🧮
[JAZZ+JAM] Slava Ipatov trio
Le Slava Ipatov Trio, avec Ben Lopez et Joaquim Govin, vous propose une interprétation de mélodies emblématiques. Plongez dans l'univers magique du jazz en compagnie de ce trio exceptionnel.
Slava Ipatov - sax
Benjamin Lopez - guitare
Joachim Govin - basse
🗓️ VENDREDI 22 MAI de 22H15 à 00H30
📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris
🔴 entrée gratuite + sans réservation + 5 € (minimum) de contribution aux musiciens sur votre premier verre (nous préférons l'argent liquide) + consommation obligatoire
🌐 visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus d’informations
Ready-Set-Write! Paris Saturday morning - Bohème Café Coworking
## Details
Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement.
When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end).
***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.**
Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write.
***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat.
***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups.
You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi.
**AND FINALLY ...**
* Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person.
* Update your RSVP if you cannot make it.
* Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues.
***Stay tuned for location updates!***
"Crime et Châtiment" au Théâtre de la Huchette
"Crime et Châtiment" au Théâtre de la Huchette (Paris 5e)
Informations et réservation :
https://www.theatre-huchette.com/crime-et-chatiment/
(chacun gère son billet)
La pièce démarre à 21h et dure environ 1h35. Retrouvons-nous sur place vers 20h30.
Après la représentation, nous pourrons pour ceux qui le souhaitent aller prendre un verre dans le quartier.
Amigo del Tango
📍 Tango à Paris – Academy Dance
Adresse : 11 Rue de la Montagne d Aulas 75015 Paris
Lourmel ou Balard (ligne 8)
🕗 Horaires : chaque vendredi de 20h à 22h30
💃 Pratique & Milonga de Tango Argentin ouverts à tous, dans une ambiance conviviale et élégante.
Les sessions sont pensées pour progresser, rencontrer d’autres danseurs et profiter d’un moment chaleureux au cœur de Paris.
👉 Infos & détails : [https://tango.academydance.fr](https://tango.academydance.fr)
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📍 Tango en París – Academy Dance
Dirección: 11 Rue de la Montagne d’Aulas, 75015 París
Metro Lourmel o Balard (línea 8)
🕗 Horario: todos los viernes de 20h a 22h30
💃 Práctica & Milonga de Tango Argentino, abiertas a todos, en un ambiente cálido y elegante.
Las sesiones están pensadas para progresar, conocer a otros bailarines y disfrutar de un momento acogedor en el corazón de París.
👉 Más información: [https://tango.academydance.fr](https://tango.academydance.fr)
[https://www.facebook.com/events/1606770138121934/1606770211455260/](https://www.facebook.com/events/1606770138121934/1606770211455260/)
💥💥 APÉRO "INCONNUS" WEEZEM 🍻 💥💥
Hello 👋,
Je te propose un apéro "inconnus". Le principe ? 👉 on vient seul(e) ou avec ses potes, peu importe, mais avec la volonté de découvrir de nouvelles têtes dans la joie et la bonne humeur 🎉 Si tu es seul(e) on t’accompagnera et on te fera découvrir des inconnus qui n’en seront plus 😉
💥 Cet événement est adapté aux personnes qui n'osent pas franchir le pas ou qui se disent "mince je ne vais pas aller à un event où je ne connais personne" (rassurez-vous, vous ne serez pas seul(e) dans ce cas) mais aussi à toutes les autres personnes qui souhaitent élargir son cercle de connaissances avec bienveillance et bonne humeur 💥
Weezem est une appli de rencontres amicales gratuite récemment lancée et nous sommes en train de constituer une super communauté ouverte et bienveillante. Nous accueillons les personnes sans restriction d'âge et les "ancien(ne)s", qui ne se connaissent tout au plus que depuis quelques mois, adorent accueillir et intégrer les nouveaux/nouvelles. ❤️
Alors n'hésite pas à nous rejoindre. Généralement on se retrouve dans un bar sympa qui pratique des prix très doux avec happy hour jusqu'à 1h du matin (cf. photo) à 4€ la pinte 😍
Le lieu est très facile d'accès 👉 au pied du métro Mirabeau et à 5mn des stations Eglise d'Auteuil et Javel 👍
Et on change de lieu de temps en temps alors vérifie bien l'adresse en bas de cette annonce.
Voilà, tu n'as plus aucune raison de ne pas venir rejoindre le groupe 😉
Hâte de faire ta connaissance 👋
\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* A LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*
✔︎ ne t'inscris que si tu es sur de venir. En effet, pour préserver la convivialité du groupe, nous limitons le nombre de participants et nous te redemanderons l'avant veille de l'événement de confirmer ta présence (sans réponse de ta part, ta participation sera annulée pour permettre à quelqu'un d'autre de participer s'il y a une liste d'attente)
✔︎ il y aura davantage de personnes inscrites à cette sortie car elle est également publiée sur l'app gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem
✔︎ pour télécharger Weezem où tu retrouveras également plein d'autres sorties (sports, loisirs, sorties culturelles et même week-end) et où tu pourras y proposer les tiennes, c'est par ici 👉 Appstore :[https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) et Google Play : [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) IG : @goweezem
✔︎ tu peux aussi t'inscrire au groupe Whatsapp Weezem ici 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC)
Bohemia Events Near You
Connect with your local Bohemia community
Manic Mondays with Salsamante Dance Academy
Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves.
The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate.
730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves
830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate)
15 for One Class
20 for Both
Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space.
Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017
Trails & Ales! Blendon Woods Metro Park / Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
**History**
The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville.
Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people.
As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support.
The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts.
In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area.
**Map of the Park**
Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png).
**Summary**
For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks.
**Where We'll Meet**
We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center.
**After the Hike**
Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.
The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.
May Book Club Thriller Mystery Theme
The theme for May is Thriller.
• The book we will be discussing is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson.
(determined by votes from April Book Club. Let me know if you'd like a free digital copy of the book)
• This event will be at the main library. Feel free to come whether or not you've started or finished the book.
• Small snacks will be provided. You're welcome to bring your own snacks & drinks too! Let me know if you’d like to volunteer to bring snacks or drinks for the group.
Friday night Social - Central Ohio Friends - 5 years of friends
For the last 5 years, Central Ohio Friends and Columbus Social Connection have teamed up for some incredible nights out and some of the biggest social events in Columbus with our biggest combined event bringing out 80+ people.
⚠️ Please only RSVP through ONE group to help keep headcount accurate.
Now we’re celebrating where it all started.
On Friday, May 22, we’ll be joining Central Ohio Friends 🍻 **Starting at** Brothers Bar & Grill in the Arena District the same place their very first event was held back in 2021.
Whether you’ve been to one of our events before or **have been waiting for the right one to come out to,** this is a great one to jump into.
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Link can be found in comments!
How to Be a Better Communicator - Free Seminar
How to be a Better Communicator
Communication is everything in life
You are only as successful as your ability to communicate.
\- What if you could confidently talk to anyone?
\- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation?
\- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence?
You can!
The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate.
Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215
For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024
Saturday Mornings @ East Market
Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating.
Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator.
Per what this group is about:
"Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."










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