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Join us for a beautiful winter walk-through Epping Forest and passing Ambresbury banks Iron Age fort . 5 miles linear MEETING outside theydon bois tube station at 12pm on Sunday 8th February.At the end of the walk, we will stop at the Bull pub for drinks 🍹 and food.
Organiser £5 payable in cash or contactless
Contact - 07816 866300
Please wear walking footwear and rainproof clothes

This month we will be exploring the green spaces of North London taking in the Parkland Walk, Ally Pally, Highgate Woods and Hampstead Heath. The full route will be approximately 21km along a mixture of paved, gravel and dirt paths. There will be some elevation to reach the viewpoints at Ally Pally and Parliament Hill. We will set off from outside Gails next to the City North / Goodwin Street exit of Finsbury Park station at 10:00am. We will all run together, adjusting the pace to suit the group aiming for somewhere between 5:30 and 6:00/km. After the run we will go for food and drink at a pub in Kentish Town. Please make sure you are comfortable with the distance and terrain as described above. We would recommend you try our shorter runs on Wednesday evenings or Saturday mornings, especially if you are relatively new to running. There will be no bag drop, so please bring everything you need in a small backpack including water and snacks. Please keep checking back for up to date details on this run and update your RSVP if you are no longer able to attend. We look forward to seeing you there! [The provisional route can be found here](https://www.strava.com/routes/3446271296500753562)

Psssssst, the secret is out! The event of the year! Mama Jon is turning 40! WHAAAAAAT?! I know, I know, I look like I am late 20th at most, what can I say? Some people are just pretty :) So what else can I do to celebrate my birthday? Well, a new wintry hike of course, in the company of my favourite humans, the Jonions. You do not need to know me to join, so come and have fun with us! I first discovered this hike by accident, I was on a trip to a nearby semi-island that had been closed due to a collapsed bridge, well luckily for us, I decided to check out this new place and what a delight it was! So pretty that I have decided to finally put it up for my lovely Jonions to discover... The hike isn't difficult, it is Sunday after all so I have chosen hill free and by the sea. We will walk about 10 miles in and around the Chichester Harbour Estuary surrounded by water, trees and pretty villages in this area of natural outstanding beauty. The village of Bosham is particularly beautiful and we will have quite some views of it from across the estuary, that place is a hidden treasure that has kept its middle ages vibe. Once an important place, history remembers it in the famous Bayeux tapestry. [Bosham - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bosham) Most of the hike will be along the estuary and should offer some gorgeous view of Britain's most important natural harbour and is part of the famous Solent Way in West Sussex. Evidently afterwards, we are likely to make our way to a restaurant or pub for some tasty food before we head back to good old London. We can celebrate my birthday together or you can just hop back on the train earlier if you are too tired but this hike will not be exhausting, you will burn some calories without too much efforts. INFORMATION: COST: £17 via PayPal for the guide's fee About £28 in cash for the train, we will have a 35% discount with a group saver if we buy our train tickets together and will get an off peak day return meaning that we do not actually pay for the return journey. INCLUDED: Guided trip The photographs that I will have taken on the day and that I will share on the WhatsApp group. A great time with lovely people NOT INCLUDED: Train Anything not mentioned above WHAT TO BRING: Waterproof shoes for the hike, preferably hiking shoes, otherwise good trainers; Weather appropriate clothes, including waterproofs if there is a chance of rain; Water bottle; Packed lunch and snacks. MEETING POINT: London Waterloo at 08:30 am, just by the clock in the main hall of the train station, NOT the tube station. ATTENTION: Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing. 😄 POLICIES: 1: This group is designed for the pleasure and enjoyment of all of us, we do not accept any derogatory comments or behaviours towards anyone. Racism, discrimination and other unacceptable behaviours will only lead to your rejection to any of our trips and this without exception. Everyone is welcome, we have religious and non-religious people, gay, straight, bisexual people, all shades and colours or nationality, people of all ages, sex and political believes and mutual respect is the fundamental spirit of this group. 2: Our trips are only refundable up to 14 days before departure, if you wish to cancel after that, you will be offered a transfer to another trip for the same price or you may resell your slot to somebody else. 3: If we do cancel the entirety of the trip on our side, you will be fully refunded. 4:In the eventuality that our trains are delayed, or cancelled which is out of my control, I do not pay for taxis or alternative route, if this happens, you will be able to claim delay repay from the train companies who will reimburse your train ticket and some eventual costs occurred. By signing up to my events, you agree to this and these conditions.

🖖 A quick heads up! We usually have 10 plus people, and we game through the night, DM us for the link the group WhatsApp 🎲👫 **Weekly Board Gaming Night in Islington!** 🎲👫 Hey Board Gamers! Are you ready to roll the dice and embark on thrilling adventures right here in London? Join us for a fantastic evening of strategy, fun, and camaraderie at our **Weekly Board Games Night** in Islington! 🌟 📍 **Venue:** The Archway Tavern, Islington, London 🚶‍♂️ Right by the Archway Tube, in the centre of Navigator Square 🗓️ **When:** Every Week from 5pm - 11pm We're all about those intricate Euro-style games and modern classics that challenge the mind and spirit. Whether you're a seasoned player of **Scythe**, a master builder in **Catan**, a strategic traveller in **Ticket to Ride**, or ruling the dunes in **Dune Imperium**, we've got a spot for you at our table! 🎲🏰 What to Expect: - A cozy evening at the Archway Tavern 🍻, a perfect backdrop for our gaming escapades. - A variety of games available, but feel free to bring your favorites to share with the group! 🕹️ - A friendly, welcoming atmosphere where you can dive deep into games and make new friends. 👭👬 This meet is perfect for those who: - Are new to gaming but want to learn and play in a friendly group 🫶 - Love Euro-style board games and modern classics 🌍 - Are looking for a regular group to enjoy board gaming 🎉 - Want to meet other like-minded individuals in a relaxed setting 🤝 👉 Spots are limited, so RSVP now to secure your place at the gaming table! Let's make this a weekly highlight! Can't wait to see you there and get our game on! 🚀 📢 Spread the word and bring your friends – the more, the merrier! See you at The Archway Tavern.🎲❤️

################# **If you've missed this trip, we're repeating it on Saturday, February 28, and Sunday, March 1. Sign up via the links:** **Saturday, February 28** https://www.meetup.com/londonsocialhiking/events/313185368/ **Sunday, March 1** https://www.meetup.com/londonsocialhiking/events/313185480/ **We’ve created a list of [FAQs](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e4VGmwhurmCng2cY3ZJHOS4j9ZlWKaX1/view?usp=sharing) to help answer your questions.** ################# We’re off to Norfolk! The seals in Norfolk are truly one of Britain's most special sights. Without any doubt, they're an incredible WOW factor and one that you must see! On this day hike, we'll walk along the top of the sand dunes and enjoy stunning panoramic views across the North Sea. On our way, we'll pass the much-loved grey seal colony at Horsey Beach, which draws thousands of visitors each year, **particularly between November and March**, when the seals come ashore to breed. There are literally hundreds and hundreds of seals and their pups stretching for as far as the eye can see! The whole walk is in the Broads National Park – one of fifteen national parks in the UK. You'll discover its iconic windmills, navigable waterways and broads (man-made, shallow lakes). With over 125 miles of lock-free waterways, the Norfolk Broads have more miles of waterway than Venice or Amsterdam, and are an extremely popular boating holiday destination! Locals like to call the Broads “the Venice of the East”. 💪 This walk is **suitable for all abilities** – it is almost entirely flat and done at a very gentle pace to allow us enjoy the nature and take plenty of pictures. **HIKE HIGHLIGHTS** * Watch seals and their young from a close distance at Horsey Gap, home to one of the biggest colonies of grey seals in Britain. * Take a gentle stroll over the vast open expanse of the golden sand dunes of Winterton Beach – a Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest. The area is a veritable haven for birds and all kinds of wildlife and is widely regarded as having the best sand dunes in Norfolk. * See the spectacular Horsey Windpump – the youngest and largest windpump in the Norfolk Broads. It was built in 1912 to pump water out from the surrounding land so that it could be used for farming. * Discover Horsey Mere, often regarded as one of the most beautiful of the northern broads and famous for its internationally important wildlife. * Walk the newly opened stretch of the England Coast Path – a new National Trail around all of England's coast, which once completed will be the longest coastal walking route in the world (4,500 kilometres in length!). **DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY** Distance: 6 miles (10km). Ascent: 50m. Difficulty: [Easy](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BMjvqhAAdSeCdyzLPHs0z04_e2TiKdci/view). **ITINERARY** **07:45** Meet outside ibis London City – Shoreditch Hotel, 5 Commercial St, E1 6BF (near Aldgate East Station) **08:00** Sharp departure **11:15** Horsey Windpump to Hemsby hike via Winterton-on-Sea for a lunch stop **16:30** Departure **19:30** London, we'll drop you off next to Bow Road Underground Station **TRANSPORT** As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus. **SAFETY** This hike is led by an experienced, Outdoor First Aid qualified hike leader. **BOOKING** To keep ticket prices down and avoid PayPal/Meetup fees (£7 extra per ticket), we kindly ask for payment by bank transfer. Please include your Meetup name and the trip as the payment reference (e.g. John Seals). As places are limited, we can hold your place for 24 hours. Business Account Name: London Social Hiking Limited Sort Code: 20-17-20 Account Number: 63116514 We'll let you know by changing your status to “Paid” as soon as the payment is cleared. You can check your status next to your name in the [attendees list](https://www.meetup.com/londonsocialhiking/events/312929114/attendees) of the event. You don’t need a paid Meetup subscription to do this – just close any pop-up windows and continue. **THE PRICE OF £78 INCLUDES** * Transport throughout the trip * Experienced, professional PSV minibus driver * Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader * Professional event organisation * Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders * Admin fee * 20% VAT **THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** * Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance) **HOW TO CONTACT US** For all enquiries, please PM Anna (the main organiser) via Meetup. Alternatively, you can email us at info@lshiking.co.uk We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours. Your guide will be Anna (07596844467, only for use during the hike). Please get in touch if you have any difficulty locating the meeting point or need help during the trip. **WHAT TO BRING** * Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support * Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers or a poncho (if there is a chance of rain) * Gloves/hat/cap * Water (min 1L) * Packed lunch **REVIEWS ⭐** We have hosted over 600 events on Meetup and received an incredible number of positive reviews from our community. We’re proud to have achieved an **average event rating of 4.8 out of 5**. Please keep sharing your feedback – it helps us continue to improve and make every trip even better! **JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA** This is where we share pictures from our events. Feel free to use for inspiration on where to go next! [Facebook group link](https://www.facebook.com/groups/220802492121957) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/london_social_hiking/) **REFUND POLICY** You can check our refund policy [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ny-b2NmMzBlpCiKjzkqC2vJEisxlORpn/view?usp=drive_link).

A hilly circular walk from Andrew's Wood car park (toilets available) to Lullingstone Country Park. There are a couple of steep inclines, one up onto the ridge above Lullingstone and then a final steep climb back to Andrew's Wood. We will have an early picnic snack/lunch (20 minutes), at 5 miles, there are picnic tables and toilets available. We should be finished by 2:30. There is a Toby Carvery at Badger's Mount, formerly known as The Black Eagle, very near the car park, for drinks and/or a late lunch for those who want it. Subject to walk leaders approval we allow well-behaved dogs under full control of their owner. If you wish to bring your dog on the walk, please check with the walk leader before arriving for the walk. Please note that **there is a £2 payment required for non-Ramblers members** to help cover our Meetup costs. **Please help the walk leader by bringing the exact change.** Members of the Ramblers Association are welcome on any of our walks, but we would still encourage you to RSVP on Meetup. This will give our volunteer walk leaders an idea of how many are attending, and also to keep the numbers manageable. If, on the day of the walk, you are still on the waiting list and a Ramblers member, you can attend just let the walk leader know you are coming by adding a comment 'Coming as a Rambler'. You will find the start location via our website Our Walks ([westkentwalkinggroup.org.uk](http://westkentwalkinggroup.org.uk/)).

This walk follows the Hertfordshire way through ancient woodlands over a gently undulating and tranquil terrain. It features a nature reserve, diverse wildlife, rich history and will also take in a sculpture trail. Meet at Liverpool street rail station outside the ticket office. Outward travel: Get the 09:54 train from London Liverpool Street to Broxbourne arriving 10:20. Buy a super off peak day return to Hertford East, the cost should be £8.50 with a network railcard or groupsave ticket. Don't buy a return to Broxbourne it is more expensive, and break of journey is allowed. Walk starts at 10:20 from Broxbourne station. Walk ends at approx 17:00 at Broxboune station. As the walk is limited to 60 the amount of people that can join so please only rsvp if you are 100% sure you will attend. Bring a packed lunch. Pub stop for lunch but there might not be time to order food. Due to the timing of daylight the lunch stop might be early (12:30), pace will be average 2.5 - 3mph and it might be quite muddy so wear appropriate footwear! *How to join?* - The walk is entirely free of charge; - You only arrange for your own travel and pub expenses; - Understand our terms and conditions below (the "IMPORTANT" part); - Understand how to stay safe outdoors, as you will be responsible for yourself. See our quick safety tips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ - Please answer the RSVP question; Guests with missing or incorrect answers will be removed from the list! *What to bring* - Plenty of water, 1-2 litres recommended - Enough snacks and packed lunch to keep you energized along the walk - Extra snacks and an extra packed lunch just in case - Rainproof (ideally waterproof) clothing, sturdy shoes/boots you don't mind getting muddy - Spare socks - Walking poles and/or an umbrella :-) - Yourself... - ...and your camera! - Cash for train ticket - Cash for pub at the end of the walk? Feel free to ask any questions in the comments section! IMPORTANT Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes. Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader". Each participant is responsible for their own safety. Even if some of us are very experienced walking outdoors, nobody assumes responsibility for any kind of injury, damage or loss that may happen. Despite this, we take extreme precautions and all trips we plan are very safe, fun, highly educational and popular. Our experienced members volunteer their time and effort to shape a pleasant and quality adventure for everyone :-) By participating you acknowledge and agree with this disclaimer. Here are our tips on staying safe during outdoor trips: http://www.meetup.com/Free-Outdoor-Trips-From-London/about/ TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel - this gives everyone the freedom and choice. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered. As most of our trips are confirmed or postponed very close to the event date - heavily depending on the weather forecasts - we advise not to buy this until the last minute. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave. Any questions, feel free to ask below or send a private message!

To find out more about who has signed up so far, please see comment below. Explore quiet traffic-free footpaths by rivers and lakes in the Lee Valley Regional Park in Hertfordshire. Visit the Lee Valley White Water Centre (free admission). Follow Longitude Zero for 1 km on a section of the Greenwich Meridian Trail. Visit a little known viewpoint at Holyfield Weir (see photo above). This is a South Herts Hikers/South Herts Footpath Society joint event. Meet 10:30 for 10:45 Start. Hike starts and ends outside Waltham Cross Railway Station, Station Approach, Waltham Cross, Herts EN8 7LU. Meet outside the main entrance to the station near the zebra crossing. Look for our Meetup sign. Nearest post code: EN8 7LU Lat/Long (WGS84): 51.685134,-0.026743 OSGB National Grid Ref. TL365003 [https://w3w.co/fields.soda.music](https://w3w.co/fields.soda.music) HIKE DESCRIPTION: Waltham Cross railway station - Lee Valley White Water Rafting Centre - Waltham Abbey - Greenwich Meridian Trail - Fishers Green - Holyfield Weir - YHA Lee Valley - Waltham Cross railway station Most of the route is on footpaths or roads with pavement. Some footpaths are shared with cyclists. Most footpaths have hard surfaces but some sections are on grass and may be muddy. We may change the route slightly if the weather has been very wet. Total distance is 8.5 mls, (13.74 km) and it is almost completely flat. Sunset 16:49. PLACES OF INTEREST: Lee Valley Regional Park [https://www.visitleevalley.org.uk/](https://www.visitleevalley.org.uk/) **HIKING MAP:** Ordnance Survey 'Explorer' 1:25,000 scale, Sheet 174, Epping Forest & Lee Valley. ONLINE MAP: This route was devised by South Herts Hikers. There is a route map in photo album for this event. We have also uploaded the route to Wikiloc. See: [https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/waltham-cross-lee-valley-regional-park-v2-77960303](https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/waltham-cross-lee-valley-regional-park-v2-77960303) You can select map or aerial view (OpenStreetmap recommended) and you can zoom in. Navigating the trail outdoors using the Wikiloc app needs the premium version but you can also set up a free Wikiloc login then use a web browser such as Chrome to download a .GPX or .kml file to a mobile device then use a mobile phone GPS app (OSMand, Komoot, All Trails, Outdoor Active, Organic Maps or Google Maps). PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO MEETING LOCATION (CHECK TIMES): Train from London Liverpool Street, Tottenham Hale, Ponders End, etc or Hertford East, Ware, Broxbourne, Cheshunt etc. Bus TfL route 217 from Turnpike Lane Station or TfL Route 279 from Manor House Station **CAR PARKING NEAR MEETING LOCATION:** Waltham Cross Station car park or other public car parks in Waltham Cross town centre. **CAR SHARING FROM POTTERS BAR:** Car sharing from Potters Bar Station. If you would like a lift, please answer the question about car sharing when you RSVP. Here are details of the meeting location: [http://southhertshikers.uk/event-details/2018/12/01/meeting-places.html](http://southhertshikers.uk/event-details/2018/12/01/meeting-places.html) Driving distance from Potters Bar to Waltham Cross is 9 miles each way in about 25 minutes. Suggested contribution to driver for transport £1.35 return from Potters Bar. **WHAT TO BRING** * Adequate footwear, preferably hiking boots, with good grip * Warm outdoor jacket for winter and a waterproof jacket or umbrella in case it rains * Drink * Packed lunch There will be a mid morning stop on the Greenwich Meridian and an outdoor lunch stop in Lee Valley Regional Park near Fishers Green. There are toilets but there is nowhere to buy food or refreshments. Possible mid afternoon coffee stop at YHA Lee Valley if open. • **Important to know** Although our events are shown on Meetup as free, so you don't need to pay when you sign up, we have annual and weekly subscriptions to cover the running costs of this Meetup Group including Meetup Organisers’ subscription, affiliations and other costs. These subscriptions only apply if you actually attend an event and they apply to everyone including guests. **Annual membership subscription** Our annual membership subscription is £1 if you join 1st Jan - 30th June, 50p if you join from 1st July - 30th November and free if you join in December. You need to be an annual member to attend our events. Annual members can also join our group email list and annual membership is valid for both sections of our group, South Herts Hikers and South Herts Footpath Society. **Weekly subscription** We also have a weekly membership subscription of £3 but you only pay for a week when you attend an event. If you pay 10 weekly subscriptions in any calendar year then you don’t need to pay any more in the current calendar year. That's £5.00 for your first hike after 1st Jan 2026 or £3.00 per event after that. Cash is preferred or you can use Paypal [https://paypal.me/SouthHertsHikers](https://paypal.me/SouthHertsHikers) Please note our membership criteria and guidelines . From this Meetup Group's home page [https://www.meetup.com/southhertshikers/](https://www.meetup.com/southhertshikers/) see **What we're about > Read More** To summarise: 1. The walk leader sets the pace suitable for the slowest member. We stop from time to time to regroup. You may need extra clothing to put on for stops in colder weather. 2. We have members of different ages and genders and we like everyone to relate to each other on an equal basis. 3. We welcome members from different nationalities and cultures and we don't quiz anyone about their background or country of origin, they can tell us if they like but this is optional. 4. We avoid heated debates or any discussions about controversial or unpleasant subjects. For our policy on dogs on our hikes, please see our FAQ page, [http://southhertshikers.uk/faq/](http://southhertshikers.uk/faq/)

Walk length 12miles/19km approx. Circular. A really picturesque circular hike from Saunderton across fields and woods to Booker returning past West Wycombe Hill. We will have a snack lunch stop at Booker and optional drinks at the end. THIS IS A SUBSTANTIAL HIKE AND HILLY IN PLACES, PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE HAPPY WITH THIS. Meeting and Transport, please read... Train from London: The 9.53am train from London Marylebone gets to Saunderton for 10.52am. I suggest you arrive at London Marylebone for 9.30am to give you time to get tickets and any group saves. Please note the organizer will meet you at Saunderton. Meet outside Saunderton station for the hike to start at 10.52am after the train from London arrives (Saunderton station has no facilities). Car parking should be free. Train is £18 approx. return with a group save or by using a network railcard. Walk Cost: £7 cash on the day organizer fee (For paypal it is 'colin45@hotmail.co.uk' Please send as friends and family to avoid charges. For bank transfer message organizer. Please make a note of the organizers numbers - Colin 07709305681. Walking Safety: Walking is a great way to keep fit and generally very safe; however it does contain an element of risk. Before going on any of these walks you need to be reasonably fit and be prepared to be responsible for your own safety. You should wear appropriate clothing such as proper walking shoes, warm and wet weather clothing and carry sufficient food and water. Please see our Terms and Conditions (http://www.meetup.com/London-Explorers/pages/Terms_and_Conditions/) COULD EVERYONE PLEASE AVOID COMMENTS BELOW THAT ARE NOT SPECIFIC TO THE EVENT AS THIS GENERATES SPAM, JUST CHANGE YOUR RSVP IF YOU CAN'T GO. YOU CAN MESSAGE ME. MANY THANKS.

High‑contrast photography is one of the most powerful ways to create bold, emotionally charged images. This workshop is designed for photographers to learn about the many different types of contrast they can work with. Learning to control and creatively exploit contrast will elevate your visual storytelling - this is not just about the tension between light and shadow! Whether you're shooting portraits, street scenes, or abstract compositions, understanding contrast is the key to unlocking striking, unforgettable images. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN * How to see good locations & conditions for contrast * Camera settings * Composition EQUIPMENT: * Any camera * Any lens such as a standard 18-55, 24-70mm etc. OTHER ESSENTIALS * A fun and experimental attitude! TRAVEL * As usual check TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey CONTACT * Alex 07956 264049 UPCOMING EVENTS www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/calendar Photo ©Fiona Mackillop

Let's get together to reinforce and make new connections in the Low Carb \| Keto \| Carnivore community\. This meetup will be an informal time for all of us to socialise, commune, share and network. Basically, have a great time and make some new friends. 1. Connect with other Low Carb \| Keto \| Carnivore Members\. This is particularly important if you're new to Low Carb \| Keto \| Carnivore \- it helps you stick to it when you have friends and a community around you with the same goals\. 2. Swap notes on your Low Carb \| Keto \| Carnivore experiences or learn from\, get advice\, and tips from other members\. Location: Ibis London City - Shoreditch 5 Commercial St London E1 6BF A £1 voluntary donation towards membership costs would be very appreciated. Looking forward to catching up with you again or meeting you if you haven't attended one of our past events!

Step away from the screen and join us for our Offline Women Hangout at the Reading Room. We are meeting to unplug and enjoy a few hours of unstructured time together. There is no set agenda or forced socializing. We simply gather to exist in the same space, screen-free. The Reading Room inside the Wellcome Collection is a unique mix of a library and a gallery. It is filled with over a thousand books and curious historical objects. Unlike a standard library, this is a social space where talking is welcome. It is specifically designed for movement, conversation, and discovery. **What you can do** * **Explore**: Try out the various activities stationed around the room, from creative prompts to interactive displays. * **Read**: Pick up any book from the open shelves or bring your own. * **Create:** Bring your journal or sketchbook to capture thoughts (note: the library allows *pencils only* to protect the books). * **Relax:** Grab a beanbag on the stairs and just exist and people-watch. * **Socialize:** Engage in low-pressure conversation with other Offline Women in the social zones. Spots are limited to ensure the group remains small, intimate, and everyone has a great time connecting face-to-face.

Join us for a nice warm bonfire and hot drinks this February at Highbanks Metropark. Folks who'd like to can walk around the meadows. This gathering and area of the park is doggo and kiddo-friendly, and is accessible to mobility aids.

We'll play board games at the [Land-Grant Brewing Company](https://landgrantbrewing.com/). They have multiple [food trucks](https://landgrantbrewing.com/food/) on Sundays. Ray Ray's also has coffee, and the brewery has free water (and Jeni's ice cream). You can come late or leave early. Please just sign up so I know to expect you. **Notes on Parking** * You'll (probably) have to park on the street, but street parking is free on Sundays. * There are [parking garages](https://landgrantbrewing.com/parking/) a little farther away if you want. These are obviously not free, though. * There is a [lot next door](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.0%22N+83%C2%B000'40.9%22W/@39.957211,-83.0119921,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x88388f3efd89238b:0xc139207386232411!2sLand-Grant+Brewing+Company!8m2!3d39.9577613!4d-83.011426!16s%2Fg%2F1pzt7t9df!3m3!8m2!3d39.957211!4d-83.011347?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) to the brewery that you're allowed to park in, but it is not free. I've never parked there, so I don't know anything about rates. (I'm told though that if you eat at Milo's Deli next door to this lot that Milo's will stamp your parking so it's free.) * You're going to see odd signs on [Lucas St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.1%22N+83%C2%B000'40.3%22W/@39.957256,-83.0124134,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zMznCsDU3JzI4LjgiTiA4M8KwMDAnNDEuNSJX!8m2!3d39.957993!4d-83.011536!3m3!8m2!3d39.957256!4d-83.011197?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) (saying it's a "private street") that will lead you to believe you're not allowed to park there, but you actually are. * Columbus parking cops literally do not work on Sundays. This means that, even if you're driving a non-EV, you can park in the EV spots near the brewery. **Games** I do bring many games, but please bring some of your own as well.

Hi ladies. We will be walking the 4 mile paved loop. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.