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Fast Friending - Real Connections! (FREE Ladies Entry/Happy Hours/21-45)
Making new friends as an adult isn’t always easy, but our Fast Friending Evening is designed to make it simple, fun, and natural.
Join us for a relaxed evening where you'll have the chance to meet like-minded ladies and gents through a series of short one-on-one conversations. It’s a great way to connect with new people, spark meaningful friendships, and expand your circle—without the usual awkwardness of walking into a room full of strangers. 😊
🎟 Tickets (cash only; collected at the start at your host Frisca):
Ladies – FREE
Gents – 20 SGD
✨ What Makes This Event Special?
\- FREE entry for ladies \(RSVP required\)
\- Happy Hours till 10 pm\!
\- Guided social experience to help you meet people comfortably
\- Fun icebreakers to make conversations even easier
\- Fast\-friending rounds so you can connect with multiple attendees
\- A reserved space just for our group
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🕖 Evening Flow
8:00 PM – Arrival & Welcome
Settle into our reserved area, grab a drink, and let Shelly introduce you to a few friendly faces.
8:30 PM to 9:30 PM – Fast Friending
\- Meet a new person every 3\-6 minutes\.
\- Frisca will guide each switch so you can connect with many lovely attendees in a short amount of time\.
After 9:30 PM – Open Mingling
Continue conversations with your favourite connections or meet more people at your own pace.
**Our venue for the evening -** We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment!
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 45 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\.
\- We are not a dating group\. Our events are not organised to manage your dating life\. Our group is created to help ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. Please do not attend our event if a perfect gender balance is important for your enjoyment of our meet\-up\.
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Why do we have tickets?
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)-
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance -**
Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing)
How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)
How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI)
Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8)
(Free to all) 🔮know you yourself by birthday , friend maker night
**🌟 Everymonth 14 date of the month we having single date Night 🌟include 生命数字Kimi 给你解答,认识自己**
**📍 Venue: Nhc - Bistro Bar @**
**Tanjong Pagar is a Bar located at 118**
**Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore**
**088529.**
**🎟️ Ticket: free, all people need to spent minimum $20 drinks ( you can choice alcohol or nonalcoholic!!) no walk in must pay $20 to chop your seat**
**Join us for a fun single matchmaking night, where personality, stars, and real conversations come together ✨**
**🔔 Important Note**
**As the event is held in a bistro for 2 hours, each guest is required to order a minimum of 2 drinks to cover venue costs. Thank you for your support 🍸!**
**🕒 Event Flow (Flexible & Chill)**
**You’re free to follow the schedule or simply enjoy casual chats if you prefer.**
**🧊 First 30 min – Self Introduction**
**Light and easy introductions. No pressure, just be yourself.**
**🍹 Next 30 min – Drinking Game + 测字**
**Fun ice-breaker games to loosen up and connect naturally.**
**💬 Next 30 min – Debate Game**
**Interesting discussions around:**
* **Life**
* **Career**
* **Relationships**
**Share your thoughts, listen to different perspectives, and spark chemistry 💡**
**📸 Final 30 min – Photo Session Take photos with:**
**A meaningful and memorable takeaway 🌙**
**To confirm your participation, please email or WhatsApp** **87964912** **us at least 1 days before the event. Please note that marking yourself as “Interested” on Meetup does not confirm your slot. Kindly contact us early to secure your place.** **Walk-ins are not allowed.**
**Event's closing date is 1 days prior to date of event.**
1. **After payment is made and you discovered that you cannot attend the event, you are to inform the organizer at least 3 days or more prior to event date. A full refund, after a deduction of $10 administration fee, will be given to you.**
2. **When payment is made and the event is cancelled by us, full refund will be given back.**
3. **A full refund, after a deduction of $10 administration fee, will be given to you.**
4. **No Refund will be given:**
**• No-show for events.**
**• No refund will be given for any cancellation of registration in less than 1 days to the event date.**
**Refund will be done via PayLah or PayNow within 3 working days after end of event.**
5. **Swapping of events is not allowed.**
**early bird can enjoy the discount of the gst and service charge of the event !!**
华语练习 Mandarin Practice
**LEARN MANDARIN WITH US**
**和我们一起学华语/普通话**
Come and join us every Saturday afternoon and learn some useful Mandarin from proficient speakers in a friendly and casual atmosphere. Besides learning the language, you will also get to make new friends from all around the world. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate and advanced learner, we welcome you.
The meetup starts at 4 pm. We will try our best to arrange seating at this time so that each group has expert Mandarin speakers. If you come later than 4.10 pm we cannot guarantee ideal seating. Seating priorities will be given to those who signed up.
**欢迎会说华语/普通话的朋友**
我们非常欢迎会说华语/普通话的朋友来参加我们这个华语/普通话练习小组,帮助来自世界各地的朋友学习华语/普通话。
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GETTING THERE
Take Downtown (blue) Line or Circle (yellow) Line to Promenade MRT. Take Exit C at Promenade MRT, and go up to level 3.
LOCATING US INSIDE THE FOOD COURT
Look for a round tables section near the wall of the food court away from the stalls. You can drop the Event Host a message if you are lost.
NO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES
We welcome anyone who is keen to learn a language or help others learn the language. However, this is NOT the platform for individuals who have other intentions, such as recruiting members for their business or organization or selling products or services. We will not hesitate to ask such individuals to stop attending our meetups.
BuddyRead: Taiwan Travelogue (臺灣漫遊錄)
We Read (Taiwan Travelogue) Together and enjoy delicious food and drink. We'll chat a little at the start and discuss a little at the end.
Please buy your own food and drinks to support the venue.
See you!
Nearest MRT: Pasir Panjang
14th Anniversary Run and BBQ
*Join us for our 14th Anniversary Run and BBQ 🥳*
We start the run at 7.00am from Dakota MRT exit B and you can run the 8,5 km loop or the 14 km loop / shorter distances are available.
We have a BBQ from 8.30am onwards at Waterbank at Dakota, BBQ area behind block 84.
Bagdrop is available at 6.50am.
Please bring a dish to share for the BBQ 🙏
Saturday Afternoon Reading @ Italian Coffee Lab (Pasir Panjang)
Welcome! Gist below! :-)
1. Bring a book to the meet!
1. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry).
1. Say hi to the folks.
1. Read!
1. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :)
Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-)
**Special note:** Unannounced session discovered by our undercover agent, brilliant. Tables and seats for attendees (excl. the waitlister and non-RSVP) are reserved under the host's name. Here is the codename for your RSVP: 007
This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early, **ideally at least 24 hours before the event**. That way, if your plans change, someone on the waitlist can take your spot and make themselves available in time. Thanks in advance!
Nearest MRT: Pasir Panjang **(Same station as the Eat 3 Bowls 呷三碗車站)**
Changi Airport to Stadium MRT Station - 20 KM (Sat)
We shall brisk walk from Changi Airport to Stadium MRT Station late afternoon till night time for 2 consecutive days on Saturday and Sunday. For those who like to join us next year April to South Korea - Jeju Island Olle Trail to brisk walk 100 KM in 5 days plus climbing Mount Hallasan 1947m plus City Tour. We need minimum 12 hikers to go, max 16 hikers. In August and November, we can do 3 consecutive days.
You may train with us even if you are not going for the trip. Do consider to give yourself a break and build up your stamina, endurance and your health.
Interval Walk Training (IWT)—alternating fast-paced walking with slow, recovery-paced walking—is a highly effective, low-impact workout that improves cardiovascular fitness, boosts metabolism, and strengthens muscles. It is superior to steady walking for lowering blood pressure, improving aerobic capacity, reducing visceral fat, and enhancing insulin sensitivity.
**Key Health Benefits of Interval Walk Training (IWT):**
* **Improved Cardiovascular Health:** IWT strengthens the heart and enhances blood circulation by raising and lowering the heart rate, similar to a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) session.
* **Superior Metabolic Control:** It is particularly effective for managing blood sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity, making it ideal for managing or preventing type 2 diabetes.
* **Weight Management & Metabolism:** The "afterburn effect" from high-intensity intervals continues to burn calories after the workout ends, aiding in fat loss.
* **Increased Aerobic Capacity & Physical Fitness:** Studies indicate that switching paces consistently improves overall stamina and endurance better than continuous walking.
* **Muscle & Bone Strengthening:** It strengthens the legs and core, while improving bone density, which is crucial for preventing osteoporosis in older adults.
* **Improved Mental Health:** It aids in stress reduction, improves sleep quality, boosts energy, and elevates mood through the release of endorphins.
* **Accessible and Sustainable:** The training is low-risk and highly adaptable to various fitness levels, making it popular for improving longevity and mobility in adults over 60.
https://www.brownhealth.org/be-well/interval-walking-health-benefits-japanese-walking-method
Date: 4 July 2026 (Sat)
Registration Time: 4.00 p.m.
Start Time: 4.15 p.m.
Start point: Changi Airport MRT Station (Green Line) T2 Arrival Hall waiting area near Swensen restaurant
End Time: 9.00 p.m.
End point: Stadium MRT Station
Dinner: No stop for dinner. Bring your own snack bars.
Where to meet at start point? Changi MRT Station
Hydrate yourself well 1\~2 days before actual day by drinking 2L to 2.5L of water daily. Do moderate exercise throughout the weeks.
Remember to drink 300ml of water with some salt the night before the walk. Drink another 300ml of water first thing in the morning on actual day of the walk.
Things to bring:
1\. Minimum 1L of water
2\. Poncho and umbrella
3\. Sun block lotion
4\. Sun hat or cap
5\. Money for lunch
6\. MRT card or taxi fare home
7\. Phone and power bank
8\. Muscle rub
9\. Blisters plasters
10\. Light snacks like nuts & energy bar
11\. Face towel
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Let's Learn Russian
Contact: WhatsApp +6588016138 or +6586521735
Let's practice Russian language together in a friendly & casual atmosphere.
We will have free conversations in Russian, get to know each other, play language games, or learn from other advanced or native speakers.
We will try to divide learners into groups based on their levels of proficiency. Please let the organizers know your level when you sign up. Native and advanced speakers, please feel free to come share your knowledge of Russian language & help others to learn. We need as much help as possible! No teaching experience required.
FAQ
Q. I have never learned Russian, is it OK to join?
A. Check with the organizers if there is a beginner group at the moment.
Q. Do I need to pay?
A. No! This event is free.
Q. I can't find the organizer and the group, what shall I do?
A. Please send a WhatsApp or call +6588016138 or +6586521735
Sundate Yoga – Reconnect, Recharge, Refresh
Sundate Yoga – Reconnect, Recharge, Refresh
Guided by a Certified Yoga Instructor
After a busy week, it’s time to slow down, stretch out, and reconnect with yourself. Join us for a relaxing outdoor yoga session designed to calm the mind, awaken the body, and restore your inner balance—surrounded by nature in a peaceful open-air setting.
This 60-minute session focuses on mindful movement, gentle stretching, and deep breathing to help release tension, boost energy, and cultivate self-love. It's the perfect way to reset and start your weekend with clarity and calm.
Session Details:
🧘 Time: Sunday, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
🧘♀️ Location: Aperia Mall, Open Plaza
🧘🏻♂️ What to Bring: Yoga mat, yoga block, yoga strap, towel, and water bottle
All levels are welcome—especially beginners and intermediate practitioners.
Take a deep breath. Let go. Show up for yourself.
Namaste.
Practical Philosophy Meetup - Singapore 🇸🇬
🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?**
Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎
Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic.
The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌
📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?**
Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going.
When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture.
**General Meeting Agenda**
Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline:
* 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start.
* 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines.
* 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them.
* 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo.
* 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other.
**🧧PRICING?**
Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though!
💛 **WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY**
🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam
🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel
**🤓 FAQ**
* What will we talk about? What's the topic?
The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t).
* Do I need to study or read anything to attend?
No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required.
* Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on?
The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school.
* Is it mostly men that attend?
Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms.
* Can I come alone?
Of course you can, we encourage it :)
* Can I be late?
Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation.
* Where do you meet?
The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/).
**PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨
Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️
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Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t) 👈
Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈
Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈
Come let me show you the magic… Pray Love Eat
**Come, let me show you the magic why my meetups always have such good turn out…**
**From Clarke Quay MRT, we’ll walk the quiet path to one of the oldest temple in Singapore. There, you can test out if you can feel any divine intervention 💫🤩 if not, let’s walk some more - all the way to another famous temple in Raffles Place - where miracles can happen 🥳🧧It is believed the Yue Lao here connects the right dots to the right person, so come prepared with your list of criteria, for life always has its way to show you - never say never! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻🤗**
**Now, this is a slow walk, chit chat, get sweaty, wait for one another to pray, walk some more, talk some more, pray some more, walk walk walk again, then finally eat something meetup session.**
**Come with an open heart, mind, soul, and free spirit plus the following:**
* **Umbrella**
* **Shades**
* **Good walking shoes**
* **Tissue paper**
* **Fan**
* **Water**
**No pressure**
**No judgement**
**No networking**
**No sales**
**No work**
**No insult to religion**
**Just a good day where I’m pretty sure you’ve never had before, heh… just come and make things better! 🌤️🌈😁**
Sunday Afternoon Reading @ Grace's Espresso (Great World)
Welcome! Gist below! :-)
1. Bring a book to the meet!
2. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry).
3. Say hi to the folks.
4. Read!
5. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :)
Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-)
**Special note:** The cafe isn't near the MRT, so taking a bus or cab (or walking, if you are up for it) would be more convenient. Tables and seats are reserved for attendees only (excl. the waitlisted and non-RSVPs). And FYI, all bakes are homemade.
Here is the secret code for your RSVP: 428
This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early, **ideally at least 24 hours before the event**. That way, if your plans change, someone on the waitlist can take your spot and make themselves available in time. Thanks in advance!
Nearest MRT: Great World
Introducing The Best Group 🎾
What if a tennis class became the easiest way to meet new people?
**The Best Group** combines structured, level-based tennis group classes with an optional social matching experience.
Here's how it works:
🎾 Join a tennis group class with players of a similar level
🤝 Having joined a class, you can choose to be matched with **three other people you've never met before** for dinner.
The difference? **Everyone at the table will already have completed a tennis group class with The Best Group.**
Instead of meeting complete strangers with nothing in common, everyone shares the same experience, making conversations feel far more natural from the very beginning.
Think of it as a Timeleft-style social experience—but with a built-in shared connection before you ever sit down for dinner.
**Join the waitlist for early access:**
[https://thebestgroup.base44.app/](https://thebestgroup.base44.app/)
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How to Be a Better Communicator - Free In-Person Seminar
Communication is everything in life
You are only as successful as your ability to communicate.
\- What if you could confidently talk to anyone?
\- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation?
\- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence?
You can!
The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate.
Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215
For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024
Stop Guessing: How to Measure and Improve LLM Outputs
Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it “seems good,” and move on.
That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable.
In this talk, we’ll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. We’ll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork.
This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it.
We’ll cover:
* Why “it looks good” is not enough
* How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints
* How to compare LLM outputs more systematically
* Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness
* How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results
* Where automated evaluation works — and where humans still need to stay in the loop
By the end, you’ll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve.
LOGISTICS AND PARKING:
The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks!
The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
ServiceNow AI Deep Dive: Hands-On Learning Session
We're planning a hands-on technical session focused on building AI solutions in ServiceNow - think skills, agents, and real-world use cases. If you’re curious about AI on the platform, RSVP now and stay tuned for more details. Let's build together!
Conversation and Coffee @ Belle's Bread Bakery
Hey Everyone!
Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.
Founding Connections: The Columbus Investor Social | Vol. 1
Hi everyone! We're Jared and Petria Walker, local real estate investors based in Columbus, Ohio, with a passion for short-term rentals and hospitality. We're looking to start a casual monthly Columbus-area meetup for entrepreneurs, investors, real estate professionals, and anyone interested in short-term rentals to share ideas, discuss market trends, learn from one another, and build meaningful relationships. Whether you're just getting started or have years of experience, we'd love to connect, collaborate, and grow together. We believe some of the best opportunities begin with great conversations. See you soon!
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋
**IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...**
[The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up.
* This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).




















