Brewery Events

We are hosting a **After Work Experience** in a pleasant and welcoming setting, where you can relax over a drink, an antipasti ... and get to know other nice people. The event takes place in the beautiful, cosmopolitan atmosphere of **C.Elysium** — the perfect place to connect and enjoy the moment. Info: **Special Offer** from **5PM-7PM, hurry-up** if you looking for it **Warning** : Initially, a table for 6 has been reserved. To secure your spot, please confirm your attendance. If you join in free style, you will be seated depending on availability as places open up during the event. [FOLLOW our INSTAGRAM to see MORE](https://www.instagram.com/nicepeople.brussels/)

Socializing and Networking 🛜🆕 at PLUX on Thursday. Making new friends and drinking 🚰🎈🎉🚿🌊. Everybody Welocme, locals, expats or new 🆕 in town.

**🃏 WHAT WE PLAY** We focus on **social interaction games** that are **fun, easy to learn, and engaging**. * **Thursdays** and Saturday nights are for **fun, social games** like Dixit, Coup, Skull, Codenames, Colt Express, Secret Hitler, Exploding Kittens, Bang and more!… Easy to learn, quick to laugh! * **Mondays** are for **deeper strategic games**, for players who love to plan and outthink opponents. Of course, these are just guidelines — you’re always welcome to bring and play whatever game you love! *** **🕖 SCHEDULE** * We meet at **7:00 PM**, with an **intro round at 7:15 PM**. * Arriving later? No problem! Just see a host — we’ll do our best to find you a seat. You might need to wait for a game to finish before joining the next one. **🎉 Good News! BFG is Free Again** As of July 1st, 2025, BFG is once again **free to join**, just like last year! The costs of running the group are now shared by the hosts. If you enjoy the events and want to say thanks, you're very welcome to **offer a drink (or two 😉) to a host** during the evening. A huge thank you to everyone who supported us financially earlier this year — you helped keep the group going, and we truly appreciate it. 🙏 *** **🎒 WHAT TO BRING** * Bring your favorite games and feel free to mention them in the comments. * If we’re meeting in a **park**, bring snacks, drinks, and something comfy to sit on — the grass can be damp even in summer! *** **☕ IF THE VENUE IS A CAFÉ** Please order **at least one drink** to support the venue, and pay directly at the bar. *** **✅ REGISTRATION** Please RSVP to help us plan for space and group sizes. **⌛ WAITLIST ETIQUETTE** * If you can’t make it, cancel **before 7 PM the day before** to give someone else a chance. * If you're **on the waitlist** and your plans change, cancel your RSVP so others aren't left hanging. *** **🤝 WANT TO HOST?** Interested in becoming a host or helping out? Let us know — we’d love to have you on board! *** **💬 FEEDBACK WELCOME** Suggestions or ideas? Drop us a message anytime — we’re always looking to make BFG even better. *** ### **🌟 Let’s have fun, discover great** **games, and build and make new friends** *** ###

Calling all new internationals in Leuven! Join us for a Welcome to Leuven Newcomer Evening where we want to welcome you to Leuven with some helpful resources and friendly faces. **What is the International House Leuven?** The International House Leuven (IHL) is a non-profit that helps internationals get settled, find work and establish a community in and around Leuven. Our work is made possible through support from our founders at imec, KU Leuven, Leuven Mindgate and Stad Leuven! Our mission is to create an amazing place for people from all over the world to live and work happily in Leuven and the region. We do this through two key activities: * **Informing**: We provide practical information, advice and insights (in English!) to help anyone find answers about living in and around Leuven. * **Connecting**: We host regular events and socials to help you meet others, find work and feel like a local in no time. Whether you have been in Leuven for 15 minutes or 15 years, whether you are an international or a born and raised local, you're welcome at IHL. **What's on the agenda for the evening?** 19:00 - We will start with an intro to the International House and how we can help you and your family. 19:50 - Choose between 2 session to join. * Session 1- **Health Care in a Nutshell**: where you can get tips from a local on the things you maybe didn't know you needed to know about the health care system and tips for Leuven * Session 2 - **Flemish Culture in a Nutshell:** Learn some good to know Flemish phrases (just the easy stuff), learn about some interesting cultural Flemish habits and also a bit of Belgian history 20:30 - Network with some IHL volunteers, ask your questions to the IHL team and get know some other internationals. 21:30 - End of event **Is the event free?** It sure is! At the IHL almost all of our events are free and open to everyone. Some events require a deposit, but we want everyone to be able to join. Thanks to our partners (The City of Leuven, KU Leuven, imec & Leuven Mindgate) we can make this happen. **How can I register?** You can register here, on Meetup. Please make sure to answer the questions in the registration form. **Will there be childcare?** Unfortunately not this time. But we can already point you in the right direction to find childcare. The below website/apps are great resources when looking for someone to babysit. * Bsit: https://bsit.com/en/ * Babysits: https://www.babysits.com/login/ * Nora (is in their start-up phase, check their website for more info): https://nora-hulp.be/ We can also suggest that you ask the community of international parents on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/249568112103893

On 26.02.2026 we visit Atelier 210 in Etterbeek for the **Science & Cocktails #44** **Lendert Gelens + Noisy Nuns (be)** The idea is to explore the more alternative art scene of Brussels. We’ll kick things off with a cozy Thursday evening event: Cocktail in hand and surrounded by friends, we’ll experience a live science experiment designed to spark some philosophical thoughts — followed by a concert if you feel like sticking around a bit longer. tickets: 10€ (included a cocktail or a mocktail) to buy from the event page: \[https://atelier210\.be/saisons/saison\-25\-26/science\-cocktails\-44/\]\(Event page\) 👨‍🔬+🍹 **Life without a blueprint (Lendert Gelens, PhD VUB): Lessons from frog eggs** Life is more than DNA. Every living cell is a bustling, self-organizing system where countless molecules cooperate without a master plan. In our lab, we explore this mystery by taking frog eggs apart and watching their molecular “soup” come alive again — forming nuclei, dividing, and even building simple cell-like structures. By combining experiments with physical modeling and computer simulations, we uncover some of the hidden rules that let life build itself and adapt to changing environments. Such work forces us to think differently about life’s origins and what it takes for matter to become living. What makes something alive? **🎸Noisy Nuns (be)** Noisy Nuns are two women sweating behind their keyboards and drums, combining raw energy with incisive melodies. They have both cut their teeth in the Belgian rock scene, working on projects such as Moaning Cities, Von Dead, SOROR, Dario Mars... and decided, with Noisy Nuns, to create a more personal project, giving free rein to their instincts.

(NL) Deze meetup is een initiatief om Bitcoin & Crypto enthousiastelingen en iedereen die simeplweg nieuwsgierig is daarover bij elkaar te brengen voor een leuke tijd en om zo kennis & enthusiasme te delen. Een meetup bijwonen is dé manier om op een gezellige wijze bij te leren en nieuwe (like-minded) mensen te ontmoeten. Iedereen is welkom, zowel de nieuwsgierigen zonder enige voorkennis die met vragen zit als "wat is bitcoin en hoe kan je het gebruiken" als de semi-experts die het graag hebben over selfish mining, taproot of het lightning network. Het event gaat door donderdag 26 Februari in STUK Café in Leuven, vanaf 19u30. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- (ENG) This meetup is an initiative to bring Bitcoin & Crypto enthusiasts and anyone who is simply curious about the topics together for a fun time and to share knowledge & enthusiasm. Attending a meetup is the best way to learn in a fun way and meet new (like-minded) people. Everyone is welcome, both the curious without any prior knowledge who have questions such as "what is bitcoin and how can you use it" and the semi-experts who like to talk about taproot, atomic swaps or the lightning network. The event will take place Thursday 26th of Feb in STUKCafé in Leuven, from 7:30 p.m.

Lead a marine research institute exploring the ocean depths. You recruit specialists, send expeditions, and build a powerful research engine while balancing scientific progress and conservation. A refined Euro with satisfying growth, strong theming, and meaningful long-term choices over a medium-length session. [How to Play](https://youtu.be/HLfcG_7rbT0?si=UWcP2uBzdDr5Fvta) [BGG](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/418470/endeavor-deep-sea-deluxe-edition) [Rulebook](https://esltqdkllporgkecoqih.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/sign/rulebooks/bcb00fe5-9279-4b91-b933-6cb0d34796e3.pdf?token=eyJraWQiOiJzdG9yYWdlLXVybC1zaWduaW5nLWtleV9mNjQ4ZTY5Yi02ZjdmLTRhY2MtYTI2NC05NDU5M2Q1ZGRmNTAiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJ1cmwiOiJydWxlYm9va3MvYmNiMDBmZTUtOTI3OS00YjkxLWI5MzMtNmNiMGQzNDc5NmUzLnBkZiIsImlhdCI6MTc1ODczMjEwOCwiZXhwIjoyMDc0MDkyMTA4fQ.q0XzTMjPhlZIeW2n_N_gIe4eGthokGNK_t9U2KraiNE) Everyone is welcome! No previous experience or game knowledge needed — I’ll explain all the rules before we start.

**Concert in Jazz Station starting at 20:30.** I will be there around 20:00, see you at the bar. **Please buy your ticket here: https://shop.utick.net/?module=QUANTITY&q=F3FD2437-00AB-B54E-FC1A-38749FFC62AE&pos=JAZZSTATION** **Sullivan Fortner**, the acclaimed pianist-composer, has won the **GRAMMY® Award** for **‘Best Jazz Instrumental Album’** for ***Southern Nights*** at the **68th GRAMMY® Awards** on **February 1, 2026**.

A relaxed pool night and language exchange for curious, open-minded people in Brussels. Pool, drinks, and real conversation without the fake networking vibe. This is **not** a tournament and not a “watch one guy run the table” event. We rotate games, mix people, and keep it social. Use our whatsapp Chat also to RSVP and updates! https://chat.whatsapp.com/F2hTxZ4TT3hHICiihX1Efy ### **What to expect** * Casual pool * Rotations so everyone plays * **Language exchange**: EN/FR/NL/ES/IT (and whatever else shows up) Switch languages anytime, no pressure ### **Food** The venue is right next to **Dea’s Pizza**. During the night, feel free to grab a takeaway pizza and **eat it at Taverne Magnolia**. ### **Cost** * Everyone pays their own drinks and table time * If we share tables, we split costs fairly (1 game 1 Euro) ### **Safety and respect policy (non-negotiable)** We’ve had reports of creeps at other Brussels meetups bothering women. That does not happen at our events. * The host will actively keep an eye on the vibe, especially **women’s comfort and safety** * **No harassment, no sexual comments, no persistent flirting after a “no,” no invasive questions, no following people around** * If someone feels unsafe or uncomfortable, go to the host directly. The host will intervene. ### **Meet point** Meet inside near the pool tables at **Taverne Magnolia**. If you’re late, post in the event chat so rotations don’t start without you.

Hi everyone, This coffee morning event is @ **Château Moderne**, on Saturday, is 28 February 2025, from 10:00 - 13:00. **Château Moderne will be changing its name to Radio Moderne!** 1. The **prime time** of the event is **10:30 - 12:30**. That's when most people will be there. 2. When you enter the place, you will see a long table that is set up for the event. 3. If you intend **to join past 12:00** (high noon), then there is no need to register. Just come and join! 4. **DON'T forget to cancel** if you can't join! 5. **Please, be respectful towards each other during the event. (And after ;))** **As always, feel free to follow us on INSTAGRAM!** https://instagram.com/weekendmorningcoffee?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== *** **THE STRUCTURE of THE EVENT:** * I post the event on Saturday/Sunday for the following Saturday. * I send out a reminder as an email or a comment on the event page on Thursday/Friday. * There is sometimes a waiting list. * **For everyone on the waiting,** please check your status and messages on Friday evening the latest. I message everyone on the waiting list on Friday. * **Please, move to "not going" AS SOON AS you know that you can't come anymore, that includes everyone who is on the waiting list.** **IMPORTANT:** * When you register yourself, be careful not to register accidentally a +1 guest (unless you bring a guest). It happens very often. * If you have any questions then, message me. *** **A MESSAGE FOR NEWCOMERS:** *In the three years of hosting this coffee group, I have met many people who struggle with anxieties when coming to an event for the first time. Sometimes, it took them more than one attempt before being able to join.* *Occasionally, people reach out to me before the event, and I have always been grateful for that as it offers the opportunity to communicate with each other and to find the best and most gentle way for that person to join the group.* *I would like to encourage everyone who struggles with this to contact me before. It would really be too bad if you can't join us, as it mostly gets better the second or third time you come.* *In addition to that, if you arrive and notice any signs of nervousness or fear, you can always let me know right then.* **THANK YOU AND SEE YOU ALL ON SATURDAY!** **LOCATION:** Château Moderne Mont des Arts 1 1000 Bruxelles

**Reserve your spot in advance!** **Reserveer je plek vooraf!** Entree is 12,50 euro via [Reserveer hier!](https://hipsy.eu/event/192369-ecstatic-dance) (https://hipsy.eu/event/192369-ecstatic-dance) **NL:** Laat los, duik in de groove en laat de muziek je meenemen in deze wilde en bevrijdende danssessie. Let the music move you! **Ecstatic Dance Antwerpen – Laat je volledig vrij!** **Vrijdag 27 februari** **20:00 – 21:30 \| Kavka Oudaan \(Oudaan 14\, Antwerpen\)** Voel je welkom voor een magische avond vol beweging, energie en verbinding! Tijdens deze Ecstatic Dance nemen we je mee op een muzikale reis waarbij je helemaal jezelf mag zijn. Geen passen, geen regels—alleen jij, de muziek en de vrijheid om te bewegen zoals je lichaam het aangeeft. We begeleiden je liefdevol door de avond heen. Je hoeft niets—laat je meenemen door de muziek, laat je lichaam vrij bewegen en voel hoe de stress van je afglijdt. Om het extra bijzonder te maken, starten we met een verbindend meditatiemoment zodat je rustig kunt landen en in de juiste flow komt. De sfeervolle ruimte van **Kavka Oudaan** wordt omgetoverd tot een warme, veilige plek waar iedereen welkom is, ongeacht ervaring. *Kom zoals je bent. Laat los. Dans. Ontspan. Verbind.* We kijken ernaar uit om deze bijzondere avond samen met jou te beleven! **EN:** **Ecstatic Dance Antwerp – Set Yourself Completely Free!** **Friday, February 27** **20:00 – 21:30 \| Kavka Oudaan \(Oudaan 14\, Antwerp\)** Feel welcome to join us for a magical evening full of movement, energy, and connection! During this Ecstatic Dance, we will take you on a musical journey where you are free to be completely yourself. No steps, no rules, just you, the music, and the freedom to move however your body feels called. We will lovingly guide you through the evening. You don’t have to do anything, simply let the music carry you, allow your body to move freely, and feel the stress melt away. To make the experience even more special, we will begin with a connecting meditation moment so you can gently arrive and settle into the right flow. The atmospheric space of Kavka Oudaan will be transformed into a warm, safe place where everyone is welcome, regardless of experience. Come as you are. Let go. Dance. Relax. Connect. We look forward to sharing this special evening with you!

THIS SATURDAY 28.02.2026 - Bxl Main Event ROOFTOP PARTY \| International Party by Just A Night \| Saturday 28\.02\.2026 Indoor & outdoor facilities + the fantastic winter COVERED terrace will be open GREAT NEWS // No need to worry about the weather, our Party is 100% Weatherproof, indoor & outdoor facilities \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- FACEBOOK : [https://fb.me/e/6tcqjGrAm](https://fb.me/e/6tcqjGrAm) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Skip the line & Garanty Pass : [https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/14983](https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/14983) With us, the fantastic covered terrace will be open with a special lounge and great atmosphere ! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Powered by Just A Night x Les Belges Jeunesses x Euro Village x eXpats In Brussels Unique, mysterious and exclusif located on the fabled Boulevard de la Toison d’Or \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- WHAT TO EXPECT? Hottest Rooftop party in Brussels & expect the best DJs, most gorgeous crowd, loud music, good vibes, breathtaking views across the city and tastiest drinks. MUSIC powered by BEXS \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- A party you can not miss... So : COME DANCE // JOIN US // BRING FRIENDS //DRESS TO IMPRESS // ARRIVE EARLY // SPREAD THE WORD // INVITE FRIENDS \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \* Doors open 22:30 \* Music By BEXS \* Party with Disco, 80’s, 90’s, world music \* Life is a Party \* Dress code : Summer chic with a touch \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- FACEBOOK : [https://fb.me/e/6tcqjGrAm](https://fb.me/e/6tcqjGrAm) => COCO BRUSSELS - Rue Capitaine Crespel 1 - 1050 Ixelles

Join us for a cosy March sunday afternoon of Amarte's Paint & coffee with fellow art enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned painter or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to unleash their creativity in a beautiful outdoor setting. When everyone has arrived we grab ourselves a good coffee made by the kindest sould of Koul where there will be a little set-up waiting for you to create your own masterpiece. Whats better than you sipping on your favorite beverage and enjoying the fresh air with new people with the same interests! So don't hesitate and come join us for a fun and inspiring morning of painting. You go home with new memories, new friends and a beautiful artpiece to shine in your interior! To make this event possible, I ask a small contribution that covers the canvases, paints, and some basic guidance and help during the session. It’s also a way to secure your spot and ensure we can welcome as many people as possible to enjoy this experience. **Price:** €15 + Meetup cost Want to skip the Meetup cost? Send me a private message and we make it happen!

**SAMEDI 28\.02\.2026 \> ✨ 𝐋𝐀 𝐒𝐎𝐈𝐑𝐄́𝐄 30\+ \| 𝐍𝐔𝐌𝐄́𝐑𝐎 𝟏 𝐄𝐍 𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐆𝐈𝐐𝐔𝐄 ✨** **BAGHEERA PARTY \- Soirée Rencontres en Live 30\+ \| Samedi 28 février \| Bagheera x Coeur à Coeur** **🔥 Cœur à Cœur débarque chez Bagheera 🔥** **FB : [https://fb.me/e/43BIzA0Vh](https://fb.me/e/43BIzA0Vh)** **Skip the Line : [https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/15094](https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/15094)** **________________________________________** **📅 Samedi 28 février 2026 🕒 21h00** **📍 Bagheera - Chaussée de Waterloo 782, Uccle, Belgique** **🎶 DJ set Quentin Margery \| Ambiance disco\, 80’s\, 90’s & 2000’s\, Slow's** **💃 Dress code : Chic** **________________________________________** **✨ Une soirée unique pour les 30+ !** **🌟 Un cadre élégant & festif : Bagheera, au cœur de la Chaussée de Waterloo, vous accueille pour une soirée pleine de glamour et de rencontres.** **🎧 Ambiance musicale assurée : 6 heures des meilleurs tubes pour danser jusqu’au bout de la nuit.** **💌 Venez rencontrer, échanger et vous amuser dans une ambiance chic et décontractée.** **📢 Ne manquez pas cette occasion de vivre une expérience inoubliable !** **________________________________________** **🔥 RÉSERVEZ VOTRE PLACE ! 🔥** **🎟️ Préventes : Évitez la file et garantissez votre participation** **💰vente flash : 5€ \| 10€** **Ou possibilité de prendre votre place le soir même au Tarif de 15€** **🎫 Réservez sur Partyfinder 👉 Lien ici : [https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/15094](https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/15094)** **________________________________________** **🎉OPTION SPEED DATING (50 HOMMES – 50 FEMMES)** **EN PREMIERE PARTIE DE SOIREE** **Inscription obligatoire pour la partie Speed Dating > RENDEZ-VOUS à 19h00** **[https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/15129](https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/15129)** **________________________________________** **🔗 Suivez-nous & restez connectés !** **📱 Instagram : @coeuracoeur.be** **🌍 Site web : [www.coeuracoeur.be](https://www.coeuracoeur.be)** **📌 Confirmez votre présence sur Facebook & invitez vos amis !** **🎊 Que la fête continue... et plus si affinité ! 💃🕺** **________________________________________** **📍Bagheera : Chaussée de Waterloo 782, Uccle, Belgique**

We'll play board games at the [Land-Grant Brewing Company](https://landgrantbrewing.com/). The brewery has multiple [food trucks](https://landgrantbrewing.com/food/) on Sundays, including [Ray Ray's Hog Pit](https://rayrayshogpit.com/franklinton), [Buck City Sammies](https://www.buckcitysammies.com/menu), and [Hai Poké](https://www.haipokefoodtruck.com/). The brewery also has (passable) drip coffee, free water, and Jeni's ice cream. You can also walk over to the [Land Grant Extension](https://callinyourbluffcoffee.com/) for "real" coffee. (You may have to stand in line, though. The Extension is popular.) 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.

**Summary** For this event, we will do the [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at [The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/), a ten-thousand acre conservation center in Muskingum County. It is the largest such center in North America and one of the largest in the entire world. During this tour, we'll visit The Wilds' rhino herd in their state-of-the-art heated barns and learn how The Wilds' animal management team takes care of one of the largest herds of rhinos outside of Africa and Asia. **The date and time of this tour** We will be doing the 1:00 p.m. [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) on Saturday, February 28. The tour is scheduled to last 90 minutes. **What you need to do to attend** Signing up here on Meetup will not get you into The Wilds for the tour. You must go out to The Wilds' [website](https://www.thewilds.org/) and [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour). Please [purchase your ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour), then sign up here on Meetup so I know how many to expect. **Attendance cap** There are only eight total slots/tickets available for this tour. As I obviously have already bought one of the tickets, that leaves seven spaces for everyone else. If you are interested in this event, I urge you to [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at The Wilds' website as soon as possible. Since their website is obviously public, nothing prevents other people having nothing to do with *GOhio!* from buying their own tickets, thereby potentially taking an available slot away from you. **Additional notes on attendance** I have now run several events at The Wilds. While the location of The Wilds and the pricing of the tickets generally leads to small turnouts, the people who have gone have all enjoyed it and were glad they went. If you've never been to The Wilds and you like zoos or animals at all, you are likely to find any tour at The Wilds to be a rewarding experience. **Tickets and pricing** [Tickets](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) for this tour are $95, or $76 if you're a Wilds' member. I've posted screen shots, below, to help you be sure you're buying tickets for the correct event. Wilds' memberships pay for themselves if you go to The Wilds at least twice a year, and [Columbus Zoo members](https://www.columbuszoo.org/membership) get a discount on memberships to The Wilds. I will always run at least two events a year at The Wilds. Tickets for all Wilds' tours must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance of the actual tour. **Cancellations and refunds** Per The Wilds' [Cancellation Policy](https://www.thewilds.org/policies): *In order to be eligible for refund and accrue no rescheduling fees, cancellations must be made at least 14 days in advance of reservation. Cancellations made within 14 days of reservation will not receive a refund.* You may [contact The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/contact) at (740) 638-5030 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., or you can email them at information@thewilds.org. **Waiver of liability** After you purchase your ticket, you will likely be asked to fill out a waiver of liability. This is a very short document and should take you no more than two minutes to complete. **Where we'll meet** We will meet at The Wilds, whose actual address is [14000 International Rd, Cumberland, OH 43732](https://www.google.com/maps/place/14000+International+Rd,+Cumberland,+OH+43732/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837dae07a595557:0xa1ceca93325a8bd1?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). Please try to be there by 12:30 p.m. For most Wilds' tours, a shuttle bus will take you to the actual spot of the tour. So think of this as though you're going to the airport to catch a flight. It helps to be on time. The Wilds generally asks that people arrive at least thirty minutes because the scheduled start time of their tour. **GPS / Getting to The Wilds** The Wilds is in a very rural area, but I've never had a problem getting there with my GPS (I have Verizon). I've also uploaded a JPG map, below, of Muskingum County. Sometimes, though, it's hard to get a signal when you're at The Wilds and getting ready to leave. So you might want to consider downloading an offline map in Google Maps. Your cell phone should pick up a signal, however, within a few minutes after you leave. The Wilds' Visitor Center does have free Wi-Fi. **Carpooling?** If you want to carpool, I recommend discussing this in the comments, below, to this event. While I don't myself carpool, I will do what I can to help you arrange something if I can. **The weather** Dress for the weather. Just because the barn is heated doesn't mean it will be warm. And wear closed-toed shoes. Wilds' tours typically run no matter what the weather is. **After the tour** Once we're done with the rhinos, we'll head over to the very highly rated [Y-Bridge Brewing Company](https://ybridgebrewing.com/). The brewery is about thirty minutes from The Wilds, and it will be on the way back to Columbus for most, if not all, of us. The brewery's actual address is [1417 Linden Ave Ste D, Zanesville, OH 43701](https://www.google.com/maps/place/1417+Linden+Ave+d,+Zanesville,+OH+43701/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837edd6cc50824f:0xe3a0af1ccb2aefbf?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). Y-Bridge Brewing does not serve food; however, they have several [food options](https://ybridgebrewing.com/food-options). I encourage you to check these out ahead of time on their website for yourself. However, here are a few of them: *Within walking distance -- 120 feet away* * [Angry Bull Saloon](https://www.facebook.com/AngryBullSaloonZanesville/) (pizza & subs) * The Corner Pub Sports Bar and Grill (classic bar food) *Delivery options -- [Door Dash](https://www.doordash.com/)* * [4 Star Pizza](https://fourstarpizza.com/), (740) 452-9300 * [Donatos](https://www.donatos.com/), (740) 452-7900 * [Pizza Cottage](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/), (740) 455-6000 * [Dominos](https://www.dominos.com/), (740) 455-3126 * [Papa John's](https://www.papajohns.com/), (740) 450-4100 If you live in the area or can't make The Wilds but still want to meet us at the brewery, that's fine too.

We will meet next to the restrooms at the [Big Meadows Picnic Area](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/HBK_Web_1980.png). They're all the way at the back of the park, and they can be found at coordinates [40°09'06.6"N 83°02'30.2"W](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40%C2%B009'06.6%22N+83%C2%B002'30.2%22W/@40.151828,-83.0423587,214m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zNDDCsDA5JzA4LjAiTiA4M8KwMDEnNDUuMSJX!8m2!3d40.1522222!4d-83.0291944!3m3!8m2!3d40.151827!4d-83.041715?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) (near the playground and the zip line). We'll hike about 5 miles at [Highbanks Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/highbanks/) on the Dripping Rock and Overlook Trails. Afterward, we'll head over to [Olentangy River Brewing](https://www.olentangybrew.com/) for drinks, coffee, or food (their Sunday [food truck](https://www.olentangybrew.com/eventsandfood) is Venezuelan and always gets good reviews). The actual address of the brewery is [303 Green Meadows Dr S, 43035](https://www.google.com/maps/place/303+Green+Meadows+Dr+S,+Lewis+Center,+OH+43035/@40.1551938,-83.0144045,17.25z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8838f395cef06c97:0xe407de61b3e30069!8m2!3d40.1551765!4d-83.0124352!16s%2Fg%2F11c26jc7j9?entry=ttu). If you can't make the hike, we should be there by noon. **How to find our starting point in Big Meadows:** If you are new to Highbanks, the Big Meadows picnic area is 1.5 miles into the park just after you turn into the park off of U.S. Route 23. That is, after you enter the park, drive a mile and a half into the park. You will come to a crosswalk with a yield sign in the middle of it (this is not to be confused with the first such crosswalk you come to just in front of the Nature Center, which you arrive at maybe a quarter of a mile into the park). Just after this second crosswalk, make a left. Then make another almost immediate left into the parking lot on your left. There you will see the jungle gym and the kiddie zip line to your left. I will be just in front of the restrooms just a bit further down from the jungle gym and picnic shelter; the restroom building will also be on your left.

Coffee and conversation at [Stauf's Coffee Roasters](https://www.staufs.com/) in German Village. Street parking is free on Sundays.