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🍺 Beers. Brains. Glory. Get ready to flex your knowledge, outwit your friends, and claim your spot as the reigning quiz champ of Athens! Join us every Wednesday at Ziggy’s for an electrifying night of trivia, laughter, and pub legends in the making. 🔥 What to expect: 🏆 1st Place Prize – 25€ Bar Tab 🧠 5 Rounds of Mind-Bending Questions 🎶 Music, Pop Culture, History & More 🍹 Killer Cocktails & Ice-Cold Beers 🎉 Big Laughs & Epic Bragging Rights Whether you're a seasoned quiz master or just in it for the beer and vibes, there's a seat for you at the table. Bring your team, your brainpower, and your party spirit! 📢 Tag your trivia crew & RSVP now – the smartest night of the week is calling! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1441521211749?aff=oddtdtcreator #PubQuizAthens #ZiggysQuizNight #BeersAndVictory #TriviaNight

CHRISTMAS EVE SOCIAL at Mint Bar – Athens’ Coziest Holiday Meet-Up 🎄 Athens crew, let’s make this Christmas Eve memorable! December may be chilly, but Mint Bar will be warm, festive, and full of people who show up to connect, celebrate, and enjoy the night. Come for the fun, the good vibes, and maybe a little holiday magic. 📅 Wednesday, 24 December 🕣 20:30 – 00:00 📍 Mint Bar: Location https://maps.app.goo.gl/wymrY8zJCN5k1NDr9 💸 Entry: FREE for our community 🎁 Optional Gift Shuffle Bring a small gift (€10 or less) if you want to participate in our gift exchange. Gifts will be shuffled and picked randomly – a fun way to share some Christmas cheer! 🍷 Holiday Drinks Hot Wine €4 each Sangria €3 all night Shots €2.5 Cocktails €7 Beer €5 big / €4 small 🎶 Music & Atmosphere Dance mix: upbeat enough to energize, soft enough to chat. Wear something festive or Christmassy if you like – extra points for holiday spirit! A Crowd You’ll Love Friendly, open-minded people who want to connect. The vibe is warm, inclusive, and easy to join. New joiners, groups, and first-timers all make this a lively night. Step Into the Energy Conversations start naturally, and the festive cheer is contagious. Don’t miss out on the connections and fun happening this Christmas Eve. 🔥 Wednesday = Mint Bar Christmas Eve Social Night. Be there and celebrate with us! Mamad – The organiser of Athens Locals & Travellers events 📱 WhatsApp: 00306949528622 📸 Follow us on Instagram & help us grow: @athenslocalstravellers Athens, Social Meetup, Party, Dance Night, Locals & Travelers, Expats, Digital Nomads, Salsa, Bachata, Chill Vibes, Outdoor Event, International Community, Make New Friends, Things to Do in Athens, Couchsurfing Style, Summer in Athens, Open Meetup Αθήνα, Κοινωνική Συνάντηση, Πάρτι, Βραδιά Χορού, Ντόπιοι & Ταξιδιώτες, Ομογενείς, Ψηφιακοί Νομάδες, Σάλσα, Μπατσάτα, Χαλαρή Ατμόσφαιρα, Εκδήλωση σε Υπαίθριες Δραστηριότητες, Διεθνής Κοινότητα, Κάνε Νέους Φίλους, Δραστηριότητες στην Αθήνα, Στυλ Couchsurfing, Καλοκαίρι στην Αθήνα, Ανοιχτή Συνάντηση

CHRISTMAS EVE SOCIAL at Mint Bar – Athens’ Coziest Holiday Meet-Up 🎄 Athens crew, let’s make this Christmas Eve memorable! December may be chilly, but Mint Bar will be warm, festive, and full of people who show up to connect, celebrate, and enjoy the night. Come for the fun, the good vibes, and maybe a little holiday magic. 📅 Wednesday, 24 December 🕣 20:30 – 00:00 📍 Mint Bar: Location https://maps.app.goo.gl/wymrY8zJCN5k1NDr9 💸 Entry: FREE for our community 🎁 Optional Gift Shuffle Bring a small gift (€10 or less) if you want to participate in our gift exchange. Gifts will be shuffled and picked randomly – a fun way to share some Christmas cheer! 🍷 Holiday Drinks Hot Wine €4 each Sangria €3 all night Shots €2.5 Cocktails €7 Beer €5 big / €4 small 🎶 Music & Atmosphere Dance mix: upbeat enough to energize, soft enough to chat. Wear something festive or Christmassy if you like – extra points for holiday spirit! A Crowd You’ll Love Friendly, open-minded people who want to connect. The vibe is warm, inclusive, and easy to join. New joiners, groups, and first-timers all make this a lively night. Step Into the Energy Conversations start naturally, and the festive cheer is contagious. Don’t miss out on the connections and fun happening this Christmas Eve. 🔥 Wednesday = Mint Bar Christmas Eve Social Night. Be there and celebrate with us! Mamad – The organiser of Athens Locals & Travellers events 📱 WhatsApp: 00306949528622 📸 Follow us on Instagram & help us grow: @athenslocalstravellers

**Get ready to hop from bar to bar, sip on unlimited drinks, and dance the night away at the Athens Party Pub Crawl - it's gonna be legendary!** ## Highlights * Feel the rush of excitement of **meeting new people** and dancing the night away * Opt to include an **open bar for 1 hour**, including beer and wine or long drinks * Be led by **experienced and fun local hosts** and explore Athen's nightlife * **Dance, drink, and mingle** with fellow party enthusiasts from around the globe * Breeze past long lines at the nightclub and relax knowing **entry is covered** ## Full description Experience the ultimate night in Athens with 1 FULL HOUR of Unlimited Drinks (8€ - 35€+ Value!)\*, free shots, and Free Nightclub Access (10€ Value!) while meeting nightlife lovers from around the world! Get ready to celebrate like never before with the Best Pub Crawl in Athens! Embark on an epic pub crawl through Athens' hottest nightlife spots. Dance, drink, and mingle with fellow nightlife enthusiasts from around the globe. Enjoy an hour of unlimited drinks and free shots at each\* venue, while our energetic party hosts lead you through the night. Skip the lines and get access to the city's best clubs. Book now and make your night in Athens unforgettable! **\* We offer three ticket options:** 1\. The **Sober Owl Ticket**: Does not include an open bar \| Includes: A Free Shot at each Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club 2\. The **Tipsy Owl Ticket**: Includes 1 hour of unlimited beer or wine\. \| Also includes: Free Shot at 1st & Last Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club 3\. The **Drunken Owl Ticket**: Includes 1 hour of unlimited long drinks \(Gin/Vodka/Rum/Tequila\)\, beer\, and wine\. \| Also includes: Free Shot at 1st & Last Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club ## Includes * Local Experienced event host(s) * Bar crawl: Visit 2 Bars & 1 Nightclub * 1 hour of unlimited drinks (depending on ticket option chosen) * 2-3 Free Shots (depending on ticket option chosen) * Discounts in Cocktails (1st Venue) * Skip-the-line & Free entry to Nightclub ## What to bring * Your Best Mood 🤩 * Comfortable shoes for dancing 🕺💃 * Camera * Charged Smartphone ## Not allowed * Intoxication ## Know before you go * This is an Adults only event. 18+ years old ## Booking Terms & Conditions - Code of Conduct By participating in any event (including pub crawls) organised and hosted by Athens Party Pub Crawl, you the participant & every person your booking is consisted of, agree to the following terms and conditions without restriction: [https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct](https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct "https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct")

Book your place at www.basketble.com Time: 17.00-18.30 (Athens Time) Duration: 1.5 hours Price: 10 Euros (payment at the basketball court) Facilities: Underground parking Game Setup (depending on the number of players) 3 teams of 5 players playing against each other Winner stays on but maximum 2 games 7 minute games You can play in the same team with your friends or we will place you in a team Come Out and Play!

Λοιπόν, για όσους πρόκειται να μείνουν στην Αθήνα για τις γιορτές, θα δοκιμάσουμε να κάνουμε μια πρώτη συνάντηση. Θα αφορά ένα από τα αγαπημένα μου επιτραπέζια, το Concordia. Αν σκοπεύετε να έρθετε, φροντίστε να έχετε σίγουρα ένα τρίωρο στην διάθεσή σας. Θα μας χρειαστεί (συστάσεις + εξήγηση κανόνων + παιχνίδι) **Πληροφορίες για το Concordia:** https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/124361/concordia **Βίντεο κανόνων** (υπάρχουν και άλλα) **:** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CGPwFMEkK0

🎄🎤 If you can scream-sing it in your shower, you can own the stage this Christmas! 🎶✨ Get into the holiday spirit at our Christmas Karaoke Party — 📅 Saturday, 27 December ⏰ 9 PM 📍 2ten Athens, Ermou 135, Athens FREE ENTRANCE Sing your favorite classics (holiday hits included 🎅🎵), vibe with an international crowd 🌍, share drinks 🍹, and make merry memories that’ll warm your heart and leave your voice a little hoarse. 💫 Don’t overthink it — grab your friends and come celebrate Christmas the fun way! 💬 Message NomadHubGreece on Instagram or Facebook to reserve your spot! Don’t stay home singing carols to your shampoo bottle — come sing with a crowd that cheers louder than Santa’s sleigh bells! 😎🎄🎤 Follow Nomads Athens on social media for more info: * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/780495963217496/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomadhubgreece * Telegram: https://t.me/nomadhubgreece

#### 👋 Αγαπητοί Φίλοι... Εδώ είναι τα 5 σημαντικά νέα στοιχεία που θα χρειαστείτε για το Νέο Έτος του 2026! * Η πρόθεσή σας ➜ μεταφρασμένη σε ένα χειροπιαστό και συγκεκριμένο Στόχο * Ένα Σχέδιο δράσης * Τα Βήματα αυτού του Σχεδίου * Ημερομηνίες & Σημεία Ελέγχου για να μπορείτε να παρακολουθείτε την Πρόοδό σας * Έμπνευση (γρήγορη ώθηση) για να ξεκινήσετε και αυτοπεποίθηση/κίνητρο (σταθερή ώθηση) για να συνεχίσετε 🎁 **Bonus**: **Χρειάζεται να γνωρίζετε τους Νόμους της Προσωπικής Δύναμης & Υλοποίησης και να γίνετε Μάστερ και Ηγέτες της Ζωής σας!** Μελετήστε βαθειά, εξασκηθείτε σκληρά και ονειρευτείτε μεγάλα πράγματα για το μέλλον σας! Η Επιτυχία πραγματικά σας περιμένει - Θα το τολμήσετε αυτή τη φορα; *** **Καλωσορίσατε στο Retreat «Μύηση στο 2026» στον Όλυμπο!** Θα μείνουμε σε ένα όμορφο μέρος μπροστά στη θάλασσα, το Summitzero Hostel, και θα εξερευνήσουμε **τη νούμερο ένα γνώση** που χρειάζεστε για να μπείτε στο 2026 με νοοτροπία νικητή και να σχεδιάσετε τον μετασχηματισμό σας. Η αλήθεια είναι ότι η αλλαγή δεν είναι εύκολη. Όχι λόγω της φύσης της αλλαγής αυτής καθαυτής (*τα παιδιά είναι χαρούμενα να αλλάξουν και να ξεκινήσουν κάτι νέο σε μια στιγμή*) αλλά λόγω της κοινωνικής διαμόρφωσης που μας έχει συνηθίσει να ακολουθούμε τον δρόμο της ελάχιστης προσπάθειας και να επιδιώκουμε πάντα την άνεση. Η πικρή αλήθεια είναι ότι έχουμε συνηθίσει **τόσο πολύ** αυτό το μοτίβο (*όλα τα μέσα κοινωνικής δικτύωσης και η κοινωνική πλύση εγκεφάλου στοχεύουν να κάνουν τον μεγαλύτερο στόχο μας μια πιο άνετη φυσική ζωή*) που μας φαίνεται **σχεδόν αδύνατο** να το δούμε και να δράσουμε διαφορετικά. **ΚΑΛΑ ΝΕΑ!** Υπάρχει τρόπος! Αν θέλετε **πραγματικά** να αλλάξετε και έχετε κουραστεί από την ίδια μέτρια ζωή, κάντε ένα δώρο στον εαυτό σας και **αποφασίστε να αλλάξετε!** **Σας περιμένω σε αυτό το μίνι-retreat στην αρχή της νέας χρονιάς για να σας μυήσω στη γνώση του μετασχηματισμού και να δημιουργήσουμε ένα πλάνο μαζί** (και μαζί με άλλους ανθρώπους σαν εσάς που επιθυμούν το ίδιο πράγμα). **Σας περιμένω στον Όλυμπο!** Ν.D *** **Προσοχή Παρακαλώ!! 🎉** **Η Νέα Χρονιά Απαιτεί να Σταματήσουμε τις Δικαιολογίες & να Πραγματοποιήσουμε τα Όνειρά μας!** *** **Πρόγραμμα για αυτό το Μίνι Retreat:** **Παρασκευή, 26 Δεκεμβρίου** * **Άφιξη στο Summitzero το μεσημέρι** * Καλωσόρισμα και θέσπιση προθέσεων * Πρακτικές Αφύπνισης Προσωπικής Δύναμης * **🍴 Μεσημεριανό** * Εντοπισμός του τι θέλουμε για το μέλλον μας * Πώς να σχεδιάσετε και να εκτελέσετε με αυτοπεποίθηση * Δημιουργία βημάτων για το μέλλον * 🍽️ **Δείπνο** * Τελετή Με το Σαμανικό Τύμπανο για τον Νέο Χρόνο **Σάββατο, 27 Δεκεμβρίου** * **Πρωινή Πρακτική** για Αναζωογόνηση και Ενδυνάμωση * 🍽️ **Πρωινό** * Επίσκεψη στο Όρος Όλυμπος * 🍴 **Μεσημεριανό** * Πώς να Παραμείνετε με Κίνητρο & Οι Νόμοι της Προσωπικής Δύναμης που χρειάζεται να ακολουθήσετε από εδώ και στο εξής (Θεωρία & Πρακτικές). * 🍽️ **Δείπνο** * Βραδινή Τελετουργία μεταμόρφωσης των κατώτερων ενεργειών σε δύναμη, αυτοαγάπη και σοφία μέσα από την αρχαία μυστική γνώση της Αστρολογίας. **Κυριακή, 28 Δεκεμβρίου** * **Πρωινή Πρακτική** για Αναζωογόνηση και Ενδυνάμωση * 🍽️ **Πρωινό** * 🏛️ **Επίσκεψη στο ΔΙΟΝ**, τον Αρχαιολογικό Χώρο του Αρχαίου Ναού αφιερωμένου στον Βασιλιά των Θεών της Αρχαίας Ελλάδας, τον Δία. Ο Δίας αντιπροσωπεύει την ικανότητα να παίρνουμε αποφάσεις και να γινόμαστε οι κυρίαρχοι της ίδιας μας της ζωής. Μέσα από αυτήν την επίσκεψη θα λάβουμε ενέργεια και διδασκαλίες για το πώς να αντλούμε αυτές τις ποιότητες από την ίδια μας την ύπαρξη και να τις καλλιεργούμε εφαρμόζοντάς τες στην καθημερινή μας ζωή. Θα λάβουμε μια ευλογία από τα πνεύματα του τόπου και, αν είστε έτοιμοι, από τον ίδιο τον Θεό! * 🍴 **Μεσημεριανό** * ✨ Ολοκλήρωση του retreat και αναχώρηση! **Ο δρόμος είναι ανοιχτός για το μέλλον μας!!** *** **Συμμετοχή & Εγγραφή:** Για συμμετοχή, χρειάζεται να κάνετε προεγγραφή με προκαταβολή 110€. (ΠΑΤΗΣΤΕ ΕΔΩ: [https://www.woworld.org/newyear-olympus](https://www.woworld.org/olympus-newyear) ) * ***ή εγγραφείτε μεσω του meetup εδώ στην σελίδα που ήδη βρίσκετστε πληρώνοντας το συνολικό ποσό*** * **Κόστος Συμμετοχής:** 295€ (185€ εκπαίδευση/σεμινάριο + 10€ είσοδος στον αρχαιολογικό χώρο + 100€ διαμονή με 7 γεύματα). * **Early Bird\*\***\* – Κάντε την εγγραφή σας έως τις **4 Δεκεμβρίου** και λάβετε έκπτωση **30€** (συνολικό κόστος: **265€**).

🎄🎤 If you can scream-sing it in your shower, you can own the stage this Christmas! 🎶✨ Get into the holiday spirit at our Christmas Karaoke Party — 📅 Saturday, 27 December ⏰ 9 PM 📍 2ten Athens, Ermou 135, Athens FREE ENTRANCE Sing your favorite classics (holiday hits included 🎅🎵), vibe with an international crowd 🌍, share drinks 🍹, and make merry memories that’ll warm your heart and leave your voice a little hoarse. 💫 Don’t overthink it — grab your friends and come celebrate Christmas the fun way! 💬 Message NomadHubGreece on Instagram or Facebook to reserve your spot! Don’t stay home singing carols to your shampoo bottle — come sing with a crowd that cheers louder than Santa’s sleigh bells! 😎🎄🎤

This Friday, come and release all the stress of the week! International Friday night! Meet new friends, Dance, and connect. big international event with Whatsapp community as well as Couchsurfing and Facebook community. All together Free event at Aura rooftop bar, the best view of Athens..from 9 pm, you pay what you drink, Greek and International communities together. All languages are welcome. event organized by Athens Fun & Connection, One of the biggest communities for expats, locals and digital nomads. join our members every Friday As a token of sympathy for the bar, Please Order at LEAST one drink. Let's have fun and a great time, we all deserve it. Let's own the night !! See you all on Friday Michaël +32486805343 Whatsapp and Telegram

Coffee & Chat (& Brunch) Come and make new friends this Sunday over a nice coffee & chat (& Brunch), the perfect way to end the weekend. Everyone is welcome, International & Greek, meeting in English (but other languages are welcome) Let's meet at En Aithria from 12 to 16/17. Ask for the coffee group https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecdSiXxg6sT8h6kF7 +32486805343 Whatsapp Looking forward to seeing you all there!

To chat with us,and go in different plans, join our whtsapp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/EDf4HaUjK4gLMMQeiOsllt 🔥 Missed Thursday? No worries. Tonight — Saturday — we activate. The city’s most talked-about social meetup returns to Mint Bar, and this one is engineered to hit different. Not just another night out. A night people talk about the next day. --- ✨ The Experience Half chill, half dance. Open-air flow with real atmosphere. A warm, social crowd that’s easy to join and easy to talk to. Every week you see new faces — and every night the vibe stays strong. --- 🍹 Community-Only Deals Vodka Portokali / Whiskey Cola / Gin & Tonic → €7 Sangria → €3 Shots → €2.5 🎶 Dance Music All Night: Smooth enough for conversations, energetic enough to move when the moment hits. --- 📍 Logistics Mint Bar → https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ffi2B7Riw73TJM4Q9 Starts 21:30 — ends when the energy runs out Entry FREE — just say you’re with our community No dress code. Just come as you are. --- 🚇 Easy Transport, All Night Long Athens moves 24/7 on Saturday nights: Metro lines run all night Buses operate 24 hours Getting here — and heading home — is seamless, safe, and convenient. --- Why Tonight Matters Expect a friendly, open-minded, balanced crowd — the kind of people who make the night feel warm even in December. And remember: Our events run across multiple social channels, so the actual turnout is always bigger than what you see online. You’ll walk into a lively, welcoming group from the start. Whether you come solo or with your people, you’re leaving with stories, smiles, and new connections. --- Final Call This isn’t just a party. This is where the good nights begin — and where other events wish they were. Let’s make tonight count. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA== Mamad – The organiser of Athens locals&Travellers events Athens Winter Social Meetup, Cozy Party Night, Dance & Socialize, Locals & Travellers, Expats in Athens, Digital Nomads Athens, Salsa Night, Bachata Night, Warm Vibes, Indoor Event, International Community Athens, Meet New People, Things To Do in Athens Winter, Social Networking Athens, Couchsurfing-Style Meetup, December Events Athens, Winter Nightlife Athens, Open Social Event

You must check into with the host and say you are with Suzie or Columbus Meetup To get the drink specials you must check in before 8:30 pm These are the drinks specials: $3 Domestic Draft- Miller Lite & Coors Light $3 Well Liquor Cocktails (no doubles/no redbull/no shots) $4 Vizzy Seltzers $5 Select Call Liquor-Titos, Bacardi, Bombay, Cazadores Reposado, & Jack Daniels (no doubles/no redbull/no shots) $5 Select Shots- White Tea Shots & Fireball

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

Join us as we get together for an Oscar Watch film that’s also one of the year’s best: MARTY SUPREME! Timothee Chalamet delivers a “career-best performance” in this film that follows a young man with a dream no one respects, who goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. Marty Supreme has already been named a Top 10 Film of the Year by IndieWire, Vulture, the BBC, Entertainment Weekly, Vanity Fair, the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute and is well on its way to being one of the most nominated films at this year’s Oscars! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: This ping pong drama is set in New York City during the 1950s where table tennis star Marty goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. It is loosely based on the life of famed table tennis player Marty Reisman. The film is directed (and co-written) by Josh Safdie and stars Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A'zion, Kevin O'Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara and Fran Drescher. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYSHiII4D-Y EARLY BUZZ & REVIEWS: The film premiered to “overwhelmingly positive” reviews at this year’s New York Film Festival! Timothee Chalamet immediately shot to the top of the Best Actor race with a “career best performance” in a film described as an “awe inspiring cinematic tour-de-force!” Others call it, “an absolute blast of adrenaline” and a “pure delight,” “that soars from start to finish!” The film is earning a Certified Fresh 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where Variety calls it, “one of the year’s few masterpieces!” Slash Film declares, “This is unquestionably the best performance of Timothée Chalamet's career, and Marty Supreme is one of the best movies of the year. I can't wait to watch it again!” PLAN: For MARTY SUPREME at the Drexel, please purchase your ticket for the 3:30pm showing and we’ll meet in the lobby area between 3:10 and 3:20pm! Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but be sure to mention you’re with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts! Buzz and excitement for the film are off the charts and (aside from a pair of great international films), this will be our last major Oscar Watch film of the season! BRUNCH BEFORE THE SHOW: We'll plan for Brunch before the show at the Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall, located a short distance away. Movie is open as long as tickets are available. Seating is limited so separate RSVP required for the Brunch portion of this event. BRUNCH BEFORE THE SHOW: We'll plan for Brunch before the show at the Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall, located a short distance away. Movie is open as long as tickets are available. Seating is limited so separate RSVP required for the Brunch portion of this event. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

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**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

Join us as we kick the New Year with a fun Happy Hour and your choice of two fun, new films! Option 1 is the biographical-musical-docu-drama, SONG SUNG BLUE, which stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson in the story about a real-life couple and Neil Diamond Tribute Duo. Option 2 is the comedy-action-adventure ACACONDA, which stars Jack Black and Paul Rudd as part of a group of friends remaking a favorite movie from their youth. Here’s a complete description, trailer and our plan for this event: SONG SUNG BLUE: The film follows Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, who experience success and heartbreak in their musical journey together. Not a tribute to Neil Diamond, but a tribute to a Neil Diamond Tribute Band! The film is based on the 2008 documentary of the same name and is directed by Craig Brewer. It stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, along with Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir, Hudson Hensley, Fisher Stevens and Jim Belushi. Critics call the film, “a crowd-pleaser with a ton of heart!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCM0Ztp3o1o ANACONDA: In this action-thriller-comedy-adventure, a group of friends going through a mid-life crisis head to the jungle to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter “unexpected events.” The film is directed by Tom Gormican and stars Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Selton Mello, Daniela Melchior, Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn. The film is a reimagining of the 1997 original. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMsFsfrPNaw PLAN: We’ll kick off the event with a pre-show Happy Hour at nearby Bravo! We’ll confirm the details and exact meeting time once we get the showtimes, but planning for 5 to 5:30pm for the Happy Hour and a 7pm-ish showing of both films. For the movies, we’ll meet inside the lobby area about 20 minutes before showtimes! Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your Movie of Choice and seat number in the Comments below. Complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan