Brewery Events

VIVETHINK • Brazilian Party Language Exchange + International Party **Check our Instagram: [@VIVETHINK](instagram.com/vivethink)** Meet locals, travelers, expats, and international students from all over the world while practicing languages and making new friends. ✨ This Saturday the 6th, we have a special edition: BRAZILIAN PARTY 🕗 **9:00 PM 📍 ORREGO LUCO 40 – PROVIDENCIA \| CLUB GORDOS** Language Exchange \| Jenga Tournament \| Team Games \| Karaoke \| People from all over the world 🍹 WELCOME DRINK included until 11:00 PM Price: $10.000 CLP 🕚 **11:30 PM – 4:00 AM📍 BEST CLUB IN PROVIDENCIA – INTERNATIONAL PARTY 🌎** We continue the night with an International Party at one of the best clubs in Providencia. (The location will be revealed during the Language Exchange.) You can join the International Party after the Language Exchange. Price: $10.000 CLP (Additional / Optional) 🌍 Tourists & travelers are welcome 💳 Pay at the door (cash or card) 🎁 BONUS FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS Just by joining the event, you also receive: ✅ 1 FREE Spanish, English, or Portuguese lesson ✅ Exclusive discounts on some of the best tours, restaurants, and accommodations in Santiago through our partner network for international travelers. Are you ready for one of the most international nights in Santiago? ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ VIVETHINK • Intercambio de Idiomas + Fiesta Brasileña + Fiesta Internacional Revisa nuestro Instagram: [@VIVETHINK](instagram.com/vivethink) Bienvenido a VIVETHINK, una de las experiencias más internacionales de Santiago. Conoce locales, viajeros, expatriados y estudiantes internacionales de todo el mundo mientras practicas idiomas y haces nuevos amigos. ✨ Este sábado 6 tenemos una edición especial: FIESTA BRASILEÑA 🕗 21:00 hrs📍 ORREGO LUCO 40 – PROVIDENCIA \| CLUB GORDOS Intercambio de Idiomas \| Torneo de Jenga \| Juegos en Equipo \| Karaoke \| Personas de todo el mundo 🍹 TRAGO DE BIENVENIDA incluido hasta las 23:00 hrs Valor: $10.000 CLP 🕚 23:30 – 04:00 hrs 📍 MEJOR CLUB DE PROVIDENCIA – FIESTA INTERNACIONAL 🌎 Continuamos la noche con una Fiesta Internacional en uno de los mejores clubes de Providencia. (La ubicación será revelada durante el intercambio de idiomas.) Puedes unirte a la Fiesta Internacional después del intercambio. Valor: $10.000 CLP (Adicional / Opcional) 🌍 Turistas y viajeros son bienvenidos 💳 Pago en la entrada (efectivo o tarjeta) 🎁 BONUS PARA VIAJEROS INTERNACIONALES Solo por participar en el evento también recibes: ✅ 1 clase GRATUITA de español, inglés o portugués ✅ Descuentos exclusivos en algunos de los mejores tours, restaurantes y alojamientos de Santiago gracias a nuestras alianzas para viajeros internacionales. ¿Estás listo para vivir una de las noches más internacionales de Santiago? ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ VIVETHINK • Intercâmbio de Idiomas + Festa Brasileira + Festa Internacional Confira nosso Instagram: @VIVETHINK Bem-vindo ao VIVETHINK, uma das experiências mais internacionais de Santiago. Conheça moradores locais, viajantes, expatriados e estudantes internacionais do mundo inteiro enquanto pratica idiomas e faz novas amizades. ✨ Neste sábado, dia 6, teremos uma edição especial: FESTA BRASILEIRA 🇧🇷 🕗 21h00 📍 ORREGO LUCO 40 – PROVIDENCIA \| CLUB GORDOS Intercâmbio de Idiomas \| Torneio de Jenga \| Jogos em Equipe \| Karaokê \| Pessoas do mundo inteiro 🍹 DRINK DE BOAS-VINDAS incluído até às 23h00 Entrada: $10.000 CLP 🕚 23h30 – 04h00 📍 MELHOR CLUBE DE PROVIDENCIA – FESTA INTERNACIONAL 🌎 Continuamos a noite com uma Festa Internacional em um dos melhores clubes de Providencia. (O local será revelado durante o intercâmbio de idiomas.) Você também pode participar da Festa Internacional após o intercâmbio. Entrada: $10.000 CLP (Adicional / Opcional) 🌍 Turistas e viajantes são bem-vindos 💳 Pagamento na entrada (dinheiro ou cartão) 🎁 BÔNUS PARA VIAJANTES INTERNACIONAIS Ao participar do evento, você também recebe: ✅ 1 aula GRATUITA de espanhol, inglês ou português ✅ Descontos exclusivos em alguns dos melhores passeios, restaurantes e hospedagens de Santiago através de nossas parcerias para viajantes internacionais. Você está pronto para viver uma das noites mais internacionais de Santiago?antiago?

**VIVETHINK • International Party + Language Exchange + Pub Crawl 🌎** Check our instagram: [@VIVETHINK ](instagram.com/vivethink) Welcome to VIVETHINK\, the most international experience in Santiago \| Party with locals and travelers from all over the world\. We meet every Friday and Saturday night to practice languages, make friends and party together with themed parties from 8:00 pm to 4:00 am **🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM** Language Exchange + Party Games During the first part of the night you will enjoy: Language exchange (All languages) Karaoke 🎤 Chilean welcome drink, snack or mystery gift 🎁 Board games, ping pong, billiards & table soccer Video games & fun party games Perfect to break the ice, meet locals and people from different countries. **🕚 11:00 PM – 4:00 AM** International Party + Pub Crawl (All included) After 11:00 PM, the night continues with: International party 🎉+ Pub crawl to the best clubs in Santiago (3 Clubs + All entries included) Free drinks during party games + Party gifts 🌍 Tourists & travelers are welcome 💳 Pay at the door (cash or card) Price: $20.000 CLP per person (or equivalent in USD) ✨You can pay half the price for the first experience (Language Exchange) from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm, and then the rest if you want to join the party. 🎁 BONUS for International travelers Just by joining the event, you also get: 1 FREE Spanish, English or Portuguese lesson +Discounts on the best tours, restaurants and accommodations in Santiago, you get better prices thanks to our partnerships just for international travelers. Are you ready for one of the most international nights in Santiago? Search for VIVETHINK and see what other travelers say about us 🌎

VIVETHINK • Brazilian Party Language Exchange + International Party **Check our Instagram: [@VIVETHINK](http://instagram.com/vivethink)** Meet locals, travelers, expats, and international students from all over the world while practicing languages and making new friends. ✨ This Saturday the 6th, we have a special edition: BRAZILIAN PARTY 🕗 **9:00 PM 📍 ORREGO LUCO 40 – PROVIDENCIA \| CLUB GORDOS** Language Exchange \| Jenga Tournament \| Team Games \| Karaoke \| People from all over the world 🍹 WELCOME DRINK included until 11:00 PM Price: $10.000 CLP 🕚 **11:30 PM – 4:00 AM📍 BEST CLUB IN PROVIDENCIA – INTERNATIONAL PARTY 🌎** We continue the night with an International Party at one of the best clubs in Providencia. (The location will be revealed during the Language Exchange.) You can join the International Party after the Language Exchange. Price: $10.000 CLP (Additional / Optional) 🌍 Tourists & travelers are welcome 💳 Pay at the door (cash or card) 🎁 BONUS FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS Just by joining the event, you also receive: ✅ 1 FREE Spanish, English, or Portuguese lesson ✅ Exclusive discounts on some of the best tours, restaurants, and accommodations in Santiago through our partner network for international travelers. Are you ready for one of the most international nights in Santiago? ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ VIVETHINK • Intercambio de Idiomas + Fiesta Brasileña + Fiesta Internacional Revisa nuestro Instagram: [@VIVETHINK](http://instagram.com/vivethink) Bienvenido a VIVETHINK, una de las experiencias más internacionales de Santiago. Conoce locales, viajeros, expatriados y estudiantes internacionales de todo el mundo mientras practicas idiomas y haces nuevos amigos. ✨ Este sábado 6 tenemos una edición especial: FIESTA BRASILEÑA 🕗 21:00 hrs📍 ORREGO LUCO 40 – PROVIDENCIA \| CLUB GORDOS Intercambio de Idiomas \| Torneo de Jenga \| Juegos en Equipo \| Karaoke \| Personas de todo el mundo 🍹 TRAGO DE BIENVENIDA incluido hasta las 23:00 hrs Valor: $10.000 CLP 🕚 23:30 – 04:00 hrs 📍 MEJOR CLUB DE PROVIDENCIA – FIESTA INTERNACIONAL 🌎 Continuamos la noche con una Fiesta Internacional en uno de los mejores clubes de Providencia. (La ubicación será revelada durante el intercambio de idiomas.) Puedes unirte a la Fiesta Internacional después del intercambio. Valor: $10.000 CLP (Adicional / Opcional) 🌍 Turistas y viajeros son bienvenidos 💳 Pago en la entrada (efectivo o tarjeta) 🎁 BONUS PARA VIAJEROS INTERNACIONALES Solo por participar en el evento también recibes: ✅ 1 clase GRATUITA de español, inglés o portugués ✅ Descuentos exclusivos en algunos de los mejores tours, restaurantes y alojamientos de Santiago gracias a nuestras alianzas para viajeros internacionales. ¿Estás listo para vivir una de las noches más internacionales de Santiago? ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ VIVETHINK • Intercâmbio de Idiomas + Festa Brasileira + Festa Internacional Confira nosso Instagram: @VIVETHINK Bem-vindo ao VIVETHINK, uma das experiências mais internacionais de Santiago. Conheça moradores locais, viajantes, expatriados e estudantes internacionais do mundo inteiro enquanto pratica idiomas e faz novas amizades. ✨ Neste sábado, dia 6, teremos uma edição especial: FESTA BRASILEIRA 🇧🇷 🕗 21h00 📍 ORREGO LUCO 40 – PROVIDENCIA \| CLUB GORDOS Intercâmbio de Idiomas \| Torneio de Jenga \| Jogos em Equipe \| Karaokê \| Pessoas do mundo inteiro 🍹 DRINK DE BOAS-VINDAS incluído até às 23h00 Entrada: $10.000 CLP 🕚 23h30 – 04h00 📍 MELHOR CLUBE DE PROVIDENCIA – FESTA INTERNACIONAL 🌎 Continuamos a noite com uma Festa Internacional em um dos melhores clubes de Providencia. (O local será revelado durante o intercâmbio de idiomas.) Você também pode participar da Festa Internacional após o intercâmbio. Entrada: $10.000 CLP (Adicional / Opcional) 🌍 Turistas e viajantes são bem-vindos 💳 Pagamento na entrada (dinheiro ou cartão) 🎁 BÔNUS PARA VIAJANTES INTERNACIONAIS Ao participar do evento, você também recebe: ✅ 1 aula GRATUITA de espanhol, inglês ou português ✅ Descontos exclusivos em alguns dos melhores passeios, restaurantes e hospedagens de Santiago através de nossas parcerias para viajantes internacionais. Você está pronto para viver uma das noites mais internacionais de Santiago?

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

**History** [Chestnut Ridge Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/chestnut-ridge/) is historically significant because it sits on a 300-million-year-old outcropping of Blackhand sandstone. Geographically recognized as the very first foothill of the Appalachian Mountains, the ridge rises 1,116 feet above sea level. Long before European settlement, the land served as a sacred site for ancient civilizations. The park contains the Old Maid's Orchard Mound, an eight-foot-tall burial mound constructed by the Adena culture between 1000 B.C. and 100 B.C. This ancient landmark has remained largely intact and is now protected on the National Register of Historic Places. The documented modern history of the land began with an official survey conducted by Ebenezer Buckingham in 1801. Original land deeds of sale from this period notably bear the signatures of United States Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. In the 1830s, Irish laborers arrived at the ridge to quarry its rich Blackhand sandstone. The blocks they hewed were used to build the crucial locks for the nearby Ohio and Erie Canal. Remnants of this early sandstone quarrying operation can still be spotted by sharp-eyed hikers along the modern trails. Agricultural transformation defined the ridge throughout the mid-to-late 19th century. Settlers discovered that the high elevation created a natural air flow that prevented late-season frost damage to crops. Extensive fruit orchards were planted across the slopes between 1860 and 1880. One notable orchard was established by John Wagner, a Spanish-American War veteran who chose the ridge specifically for its proximity to the bustling Columbus market. The park's current name pays homage to the massive American chestnut trees that once dominated the ridgeline before a devastating ecological blight wiped them out in the early 20th century. The conservation story of the modern 486-acre park began in March 1962. The Metro Parks board announced land acquisition plans to block developers from building a residential housing development called Chestnut Heights. Director-Secretary Walter A. Tucker advocated heavily for the purchase, citing the ridge's immense value as a scenic overlook for central Ohio. The district systematically purchased multiple agricultural parcels over the next two decades. After operating strictly as undeveloped farmland through the 1970s, Chestnut Ridge Metro Park officially opened to the public on December 18, 1988. In recent decades, the park has evolved from a quiet hiking spot into a premier regional destination for outdoor sports. A major turning point occurred in 2010 when the Central Ohio Mountain Biking Organization (COMBO) partnered with the park district to develop new infrastructure. Volunteers worked extensively to construct a single-track mountain bike trail, which officially opened in October 2011. An expert gravity and flow trail featuring advanced jumps was later integrated into the loop in 2016. Today, the park successfully balances its deep ancient, industrial, and agricultural history with active recreation. **Map of the Park** Here is a [map of Chestnut Ridge](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CHR_map_1980px_2026.jpg). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Ridge, Meadows, and Homesite Trails, and Law's Lane, which is unmarked on some maps. None of these trails is individually very long, so we will hike a few permutations and loops until we get in 4-5 miles. The hike will be moderately strenuous. **Where We'll Meet** Drive to the rearmost picnic area at the back of the park. There's a latrine here, but there's no water fountain here or anywhere else at Chestnut Ridge. I strongly recommend you bring some water of your own, at least for after the hike. Cell service at the park is spotty, although your GPS will get you there just fine. The map pin I've provided here is exactly where we'll be meeting and should be able to be used directly in Google Maps, although Chestnut Ridge isn't big and you're unlikely to get lost here. **After the Hike** Afterward, we'll head over to [BrewDog DogTap](https://drink.brewdog.com/usa/brewdog-dogtap-columbus) for [drinks](https://usa.brewdog.com/pages/brewdog-lineup) and [food](https://usa.brewdog.com/cdn/shop/files/DogTap_Menu_2025_65e1ff8b-97d4-4f26-80f1-68321d482025.pdf?v=17356939232910340498). They also have an outdoor area that's extremely popular. I've had their burgers and their pizza, and I think they're both very good. I also really like their [Cold Beer](https://usa.brewdog.com/products/cold-beer-2024) (that's its actual name), which is their American light lager. BrewDog's actual address is [96 Gender Rd, Canal Winchester, OH 43110](https://www.google.com/maps/place/96+Gender+Rd,+Canal+Winchester,+OH+43110/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88387c06afa21a85:0x804c611d373d8c54?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111), and they have a large, free parking lot. We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.

🔥 OVER 50 HAPPY HOUR at PBR EASTON! 🔥 Looking to meet new people, enjoy great music, dance, laugh, and have an unforgettable night out? Then grab your friends and join us for one of the most exciting Over 50 social events in Columbus! 📍 PBR Cowboy Bar + Smokehouse – Easton 📅 Thursday, June 18th ⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (and the fun keeps going!) This is NOT your typical quiet happy hour… this is a high-energy, country-meets-nightlife experience designed for fun-loving singles and couples over 50 who still enjoy getting out, socializing, and making memories! ✨ What’s Happening: 🎵 Live Music from 6:30–8:30 PM 🐂 Mechanical Bull Riding starting at 8:30 PM 💃 Line Dancing with Instructor from 9–10 PM 🎧 DJ & Dancing starting at 9 PM 🍹 Drink Specials All Night: $3, $4 & $5 specials! Whether you want to relax with a drink, hit the dance floor, try the mechanical bull, or just meet a great group of people in a fun atmosphere — this event has something for everyone. 👉 IMPORTANT: When you arrive, CHECK IN with the host under: “Doug / Meetup” to receive your wristband. 🚗 FREE Parking available across from the venue and at the Easton West Garage. Come when you can, leave when you want… but don’t be surprised if you stay all night! Let’s make Thursday night FUN again! 🎉

Now in its 26th year, [The Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/), in Gahanna, gathers world famous groups and performers at a single place for you to enjoy the best Blues & Jazz in Ohio. *SATURDAY NIGHT features: The Urban Jazz Coalition with Special Guest Brian Simpson, North Mississippi Allstars, The Deal Breakers & More.* The three-day cultural celebration features musicians on 3 stages, local food trucks and beverage stations, treats, artisans, and more. **Tickets are $15 for adults online.** Link to purchase tickets: [Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival Tickets](https://tickets.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/e/2026-creekside-blues-jazz-festival). $20 at the door. Military are free. WHAT: Here's the festival [EVENT MAP](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Event-Map/). Also, here's the [SCHEDULE](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Schedule/) map to help you determine who to see. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Parking -** The Creekside Parking Garage will be open throughout the festival weekend. Entrance is located near the intersection of Mill and North Streets; accessible only by traveling south on Mill Street. **Event parking rate is $5 and collected at entrance to garage. Cash ONLY is accepted at garage entrance for parking.** Although off street parking in the Creekside District is permitted, it is very limited and not recommended. **Shuttle Service** pickup will be at the following location: [AEP Ohio 700 Morrison Rd., Gahanna, OH](https://goo.gl/maps/K9GgvgEdxCHaXsKDA) **Shuttle Service Hours:** Saturday: 1 PM - 12 AM **BRING**: *Be sure to bring a **chair** since there is limited available seating. Also $ or paycard for food and drink.*

🎶 Ready for a night of music, laughs, and great company? Join us at Thunderwing Brewing for Music Bingo — a fun twist on classic bingo where songs replace numbers and the good vibes keep flowing! 🎵 Sing along, test your music knowledge, and enjoy a relaxed evening with the group. 📍 Please RSVP to reserve your spot: Text Renee at 614-257-9389 (We need a headcount so the brewery can plan staffing and seating.) 🪑 Arrive early to grab a seat — feel free to bring a camping chair for extra seating. 🍔 Food trucks are often on site, or you’re welcome to bring your own food. 🐶 Bonus: Dogs are welcome, so bring your pup along too! Columbus ski club membership not required for this event. CSC assumes no responsibility for the event or any injuries as this is organized by a third party.