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Dating and Relationships Events Today
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Mystery Matches - Blindfolded Speed Dating
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✨ **Mystery Matches: Blindfolded Speed Dating in Zürich (25-40y)**
**Beyond Looks – Find Real Connection**
Had enough of small talk and superficial dating?
Dive into an experience where true chemistry sparks *before* appearances come into play.
Join our group for updates on this event: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FoJN0DzRQgF232huSHiGOi](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FoJN0DzRQgF232huSHiGOi)
💫 **The Vibe**
Imagine sitting across from someone you can’t see.
No distractions. No snap judgments.
Just their words, their voice, and their energy.
That’s **Mystery Matches**—Zürich’s one-of-a-kind blindfolded speed dating event designed for deeper connection.
🎯 **How It Works**
* Rotate through a series of short, blindfolded conversations.
* With sight switched off, you’ll naturally tune into personality, tone, and presence.
* After the rounds, blindfolds come off and the evening flows into a relaxed mingle—this time with faces revealed. (Name tags included!)
* Stay for the music!
🍷 **What’s Included**
* A welcome drink (soft drink or beer)
* A guided, well-paced format that keeps things fun and easy
* A welcoming, pressure-free atmosphere for playful connections
📍 **Where & When**
* Venue: *Spot bar*
* Time: *19:00 sharp – please arrive on time!*
🎟️ **Tickets**
* Early bird: **25.-**
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Wednesday Drinks
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This evening is about **easy conversations, good vibes, and meeting new people without pressure**.
From **21:00**, we’re opening the space for **drinks and relaxed mingling**. Some people will be coming from a blindfolded speed dating experience earlier in the evening, others are just joining for a social night out — everyone is welcome.
* Good energy
* Curious people
* Natural conversations over drinks
📸 Photos and videos may be taken during the event for community and promotional purposes. Let the host know if you do not want to be on them. Tickets are non-refundable.
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You can come solo or bring a friend.
You can flirt, socialize, or just observe.
🧠 Who this is for
* Singles & non-singles who enjoy meaningful conversations
📍 Location
🎟️ Entry - 12 CHF - includes a cocktail or mocktail
Midweek Aerial Yoga: Elevate, Stretch, and Relieve
Discover the magic of Aerial Yoga - a practice that not only enhances flexibility and builds strength but also offers a unique way to relieve stress on the spine and alleviate lower back pain. The hammock gently supports your body, allowing for deeper stretches and decompression of the spine, making it an ideal practice for anyone seeking both physical and mental relief.
**Why Join?**
**\* Relieve Spinal Stress**: The anti-gravity nature of Aerial Yoga helps to decompress the spine, reducing tension and promoting spinal health.
**\* Alleviate Lower Back Pain**: Experience gentle inversions that stretch and strengthen your back, providing much-needed relief from lower back discomfort.
**\* Accessible to All Levels**: Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, Aerial Yoga is adaptable and welcoming for everyone!
**\* Boost Flexibility & Strength**: The hammock supports your body, enabling deeper stretches and enhanced core stability.
**\* Stress Relief & Relaxation**: Unwind in a tranquil environment, letting go of the day’s stress as you float through the air.
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today and embark on a journey to a healthier, happier you!
✨ Class in English // Open-level (beginners are all welcome :))
✨ Props provided or bring your own
✨ Location: Zürich Oerlikon, Wattstrasse 3, 8050 Zürich
✨ Please contact me if you like to join / Registration via [Yoga Nest Eversports page](https://www.eversports.ch/s/yoga-nest-1)
See you in the hammock :)
Mystery Matches - Blindfolded Speed Dating
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✨ **Mystery Matches: Blindfolded Speed Dating in Zürich (25-40y)**
**Beyond Looks – Find Real Connection**
Had enough of small talk and superficial dating?
Dive into an experience where true chemistry sparks *before* appearances come into play.
Join our group for updates on this event : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FoJN0DzRQgF232huSHiGOi](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FoJN0DzRQgF232huSHiGOi)
💫 **The Vibe**
Imagine sitting across from someone you can’t see.
No distractions. No snap judgments.
Just their words, their voice, and their energy.
That’s **Mystery Matches**—Zürich’s one-of-a-kind blindfolded speed dating event designed for deeper connection.
🎯 **How It Works**
* Rotate through a series of short, blindfolded conversations.
* With sight switched off, you’ll naturally tune into personality, tone, and presence.
* After the rounds, blindfolds come off and the evening flows into a relaxed mingle—this time with faces revealed. (Name tags included!)
* Stay for the music!
🍷 **What’s Included**
* A welcome drink (soft drink or beer)
* A guided, well-paced format that keeps things fun and easy
* A welcoming, pressure-free atmosphere for playful connections
📍 **Where & When**
* Venue: *Spot bar*
* Time: *19:00 sharp – please arrive on time!*
🎟️ **Tickets**
* Early bird: **25.-**
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Social Afterwork
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This evening is about **easy conversations, good vibes, and meeting new people without pressure**.
From **21:00**, we’re opening the space for **drinks and relaxed mingling**. Some people will be coming from a blindfolded speed dating experience earlier in the evening, others are just joining for a social night out — everyone is welcome.
* Good energy
* Curious people
* Natural conversations over drinks
You can come solo or bring a friend.
You can flirt, socialize, or just observe.
🧠 Who this is for
* Singles & non-singles who enjoy meaningful conversations
📍 Location
🎟️ Entry - 12 CHF - includes a cocktail or mocktail
Games Night: girls (&boys) edition
!THE EVENT IS NOT BOOKABLE VIA Meetup
Get ready for a playful Valentine Edition of our Games Night 💘🎲
This evening is all about board games, laughter, and relaxed socializing.
We’ll gather in a cozy location as a group of around 30–35 people, sit around big tables, and spend the evening playing classic, easygoing board games - no experience needed.
Expect fun conversations, light icebreakers, and a touch of friendly competition in a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere. This is a Playhard community event for women, but for this special Valentine edition, you’re welcome to bring your boyfriend or partner as your +1.
Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase at the venue, so you can grab something while you play and chat.
Bring with you:
• Your playful energy 😜
• Your +1 (optional)
Let’s turn Valentine’s into a night of games, laughter, and great company 💘
***
Hey girl,
Just fyi Playhard is a members-only social club for girls 25-35ish in Zurich. We host 10-20 intimate events each month, from brunches and girls nights to deep talks and games…
Don’t be confused by the event page signups — our social club has over 100 members and 8-15 girls come to each of our events.
Being a member of Playhard is mandatory for attendance.
To secure your spot in the community, please join the waitlist via our website: https://playhard.ch/
More about Playhard:
Website: https://playhard.ch/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playhard_zurich
Dm us or email hey@playhard.ch with questions
See you soon!
xoxo
Playhard
Dating and Relationships Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Afterwork Drinks 🍷💕 - Singles only.
**IMPORTANT: YOU NEED TO BUY A TICKET IN YOUR NOII PROFILE TO GET IN**
**Auf Tinder kein Bock mehr, aber für Parship ist es zu früh? We got you!**
**Wir organisieren mehrere Real Life Single Events. Jede. Woche.**
💜Lassen wir alle Single Herzen höher schlagen und veranstalten einen legendären noii Event. Vergiss Swipen und Chatten, in diesem Jahr daten wir im echten Leben (we don't make the rules).
🍸Mit bis zu 400 Personen pro Event ist immer viel los. Worst case hast du ein geiles noiices Erlebnis gehabt, best case lernst du jemanden kennen, den du daten möchtest
**🌟It's a vibe.**
Keine Sorge, das wird kein awkward Single Event mit einem sturen Ablauf. Es ist wie ein normaler Bar-Abend mit deinen Friends, wo du aber ganz easy noch andere Leute kennenlernst.
**[HERE MORE INFORMATION](https://date.noii.ch/preview)**
**So done with tinder but it’s too early for Parship? We got you!**
**We organize several real life single events. Every. Week.**
💜Let's make all single hearts beat faster and organize a legendary noii event. Forget swiping and chatting, this year we're dating in real life (we don't make the rules).
🍸With up to 400 people per event, there is always a lot going on. Worst case scenario: you have a great noiice experience, best case: you meet someone you want to date
**🌟It's a vibe.**
Don't worry, this won't be an awkward singles event with a stubborn schedule. It's like a normal bar evening with your friends, where you can easily meet other people.
**[HERE MORE INFORMATION](https://date.noii.ch/preview)**
🍹Fun-Cocktailkurs für Singles Alterskategorie 36 – 48
#### 💘 BarFlirt Cocktailkurs für Singles
Tickets unter: https://barflirt.ch/produkt/%f0%9f%8d%b9cocktailkurs-fuer-singles-alterskategorie-36-48/
**16 Singles, eine stylische Bar, Shaker, Eis und ganz viel Chemie!**
Wolltest du schon immer deinen eigenen, unwiderstehlich leckeren Cocktail kreieren? Worauf wartest du? Tauche ein in eine Welt voller Aromen, Farben und Flirts. Kein Chat, kein App-Stress, einfach echt.
#### 🍸 So läuft’s:
Du triffst auf **13 bis 15 Singles** in deinem Alter, die ebenso Lust auf Genuss, Spass und neue Kontakte haben. Gemeinsam entdeckt ihr die faszinierende Geschichte der Cocktails und mixt unter Anleitung drei exquisite Drinks.
In nur zwei Stunden lernst du die wichtigsten Grundtechniken fürs Mixen kennen und erlebst, wie viel Spass gemeinsames Shaken machen kann. Locker plaudern, lachen und zusammen geniessen. Die perfekte Mischung aus neuen knisternden Begegnungen und genussvollen Momenten.
Die genaue Bar erhältst du **nach deiner Anmeldung per Mail**. Wir wählen für jedes Event eine **stilvolle Location mit besonderer Atmosphäre**, immer **höchstens 10 Minuten zu Fuss vom Bahnhof entfernt**.
Nach dem Kurs siehst du, wohin der Abend führt. Vielleicht auf einen weiteren selbst gemixten Drink oder auf ein Gespräch, das dich nicht mehr loslässt. ✨
Am nächsten Tag kannst du online abstimmen, **wer dir gefallen hat**. Wenn es beidseitig funkt: 🎯 *It’s a Match!* Ihr erhaltet automatisch eure Kontaktdaten.
#### 🔥 Warum BarFlirt?
* Echte Menschen statt Wischbewegungen
* Immer 50 Prozent Frauen und 50 Prozent Männer
* Ein Cocktailkurs, der verbindet und begeistert (natürlich gerne auch alkoholfrei)
**Jetzt Platz sichern** und werde zu deinem eigenen Barchef. Vielleicht wartet **dein nächstes Date** schon auf dich. 💫
35+ Drinks @Aubrey Bar📝💕 - Singles only.
**IMPORTANT: YOU NEED TO BUY A TICKET IN YOUR NOII PROFILE TO GET IN**
**Auf Tinder kein Bock mehr, aber für Parship ist es zu früh? We got you!**
**Wir organisieren mehrere Real Life Single Events. Jede. Woche.**
💜Lassen wir alle Single Herzen höher schlagen und veranstalten einen legendären noii Event. Vergiss Swipen und Chatten, in diesem Jahr daten wir im echten Leben (we don't make the rules).
🍸Mit bis zu 400 Personen pro Event ist immer viel los. Worst case hast du ein geiles noiices Erlebnis gehabt, best case lernst du jemanden kennen, den du daten möchtest
**🌟It's a vibe.**
Keine Sorge, das wird kein awkward Single Event mit einem sturen Ablauf. Es ist wie ein normaler Bar-Abend mit deinen Friends, wo du aber ganz easy noch andere Leute kennenlernst.
**[HERE MORE INFORMATION](https://date.noii.ch/preview)**
**So done with tinder but it’s too early for Parship? We got you!**
**We organize several real life single events. Every. Week.**
💜Let's make all single hearts beat faster and organize a legendary noii event. Forget swiping and chatting, this year we're dating in real life (we don't make the rules).
🍸With up to 400 people per event, there is always a lot going on. Worst case scenario: you have a great noiice experience, best case: you meet someone you want to date
**🌟It's a vibe.**
Don't worry, this won't be an awkward singles event with a stubborn schedule. It's like a normal bar evening with your friends, where you can easily meet other people.
**[HERE MORE INFORMATION](https://date.noii.ch/preview)**
Digital Detox Café [Relax, Play, Socialize, Craft]
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Take a break from screens and reconnect with yourself and others at our Digital Detox event in Zürich’s most inviting creative space, Paint it Easy.
We’ll kick off the evening with a relaxed atmosphere, setting the tone for a mindful and inspiring night.
📲Join our craft group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3)
Choose your path for the evening (workshops are first come, first served):
💬 **Connection, Play, Learn**
**Workshop:** Reducing your screen time
**Deep Talk with Question Cards:** Dive into meaningful conversations and connect with fellow participants on a deeper level.
**Boardgames:** Just for fun or to meet new people.
🎨 **Creative Activities:**
* **Drawing** (included)
* **Canvas Painting** (CHF 10/hour + canvas, e.g., 30x40 cm: CHF 9)
* **Pottery Painting** (CHF 20–45 per piece)
* **Jewellery Making with Beads** (CHF 10/hour + materials, avg. CHF 20–30)
* **Linocut Printmaking** (CHF 25–35 per piece)
📍 **Location:** Paint it Easy, Zürich
💰 **Early Bird Ticket:** CHF 15 (standard CHF 18)
**Includes :** Welcome drink\*, drawing material, notebook, games, workshop
**Doesn't include** : optional creative activity fees (depending on your choice)
*\*Warm drink, homemade iced tea, or lemonade*
No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Whether you're painting, reflecting, or connecting, this is your space to recharge, express, and enjoy.
📸 Photos and short videos may be taken during the event. Let the host know if you prefer not to be in them. Tickets are non refundable.
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Paint & Play Night
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Looking for a cozy evening without small talk?
Join us for a relaxed evening of **canvas painting, board games, and good conversations** at **Boho**.
Join our group for this event : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3)
No painting skills needed – this is all about **play, creativity, and connection**.
What to expect
* **Canvas painting corner**
We’ll provide canvases and basic acrylics. You can:
* Follow a simple prompt (e.g. “paint your perfect Sunday”)
* Or just freestyle and see what happens
* **Board game tables - curated by Zürich Fun Gamers**
* Join a group already playing
* Or start your own table and we’ll help others join in
* From light, easy games to more strategic ones – you can:
* **Chilled, boho atmosphere**
Think cozy lights, relaxed music, and a mix of people who are open to meeting new faces in a low-pressure way.
Who is this for?
* You enjoy **creative stuff** but don’t want a serious “art class”
* You like **games** but also want space to chat and laugh
* You’re new in town or just want to **expand your social circle**
Come alone or with a friend – you’ll be mixed into small groups so no one sits alone.
Practical info:
* 🎒 **Optional to bring:**
* Your favourite board game (if you have one)
* An apron or old shirt if you’re a messy painter
**You don’t need to be “good” at painting or games.**
Just come as you are, unplug a bit, paint, play, and meet kind people.
Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know.
Tickets are **not refundable**.
#digitaldetox
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Social Dinner & Karaoke
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🍵 Matcha Dinner & Karaoke Night 🍣🎤
Join us for a relaxed and fun evening that starts with Japanese food and matcha — and ends with karaoke, tapas, and lots of laughs.
👉 **Please join the WhatsApp group for event updates and coordination:**
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/JRFHQScOLFi8Mf29OwDotb](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JRFHQScOLFi8Mf29OwDotb)
**📍 MARU Restaurant**
**18:50 – Optional Matcha Introduction**
Arrive a bit earlier for an introduction to matcha. Learn the basics, taste it, and if you like, try making your own.
✨ A **matcha voucher is included** in your ticket.
**19:00 – Dinner at MARU**
We’ll sit down together for a cozy dinner at MARU Restaurant and enjoy great food and meaningful conversations in a warm atmosphere. Check our app to see what you have in common with other guests.
**21:00 – Karaoke at Toro Bar**
After dinner, we head to **Toro Bar** for their famous Thursday Karaoke Night.
🎶 Over **30,000 songs in 8 languages**
🍷 Tapas & drinks available
💃 No singing skills required — cheering is just as welcome
🎟 Ticket & Important Info
* Ticket price: **15.– CHF**
* Matcha voucher included (food & drinks at MARU are paid individually)
* Karaoke is free to join; drinks are paid individually
👉 **Creating a profile on [www.social-circle.app](http://www.social-circle.app/) is required to join this event.**
📸 Photos and videos may be taken during the event for community and promotional purposes. Let the host know if you do not want to be on them. Tickets are non-refundable.
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Come for the matcha, stay for the dinner, and finish the night on stage — or at least singing along. 🎤🍵
Pilates & Brunch
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🧘♀️ **Pilates & Brunch with Georgia**
Join us for a nourishing morning of movement, presence, and real connection.
This session is led by **Georgia Paliogianni**, physical theatre actress and movement educator, trained in **small-equipment Pilates through MK Pilates UK**, an internationally recognised Pilates education school.
More than just a workout, this experience integrates **The Art of Togetherness** — Georgia’s movement-based approach to connection and group presence.
📲 Join the WhatsApp group for updates and details:
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/EsTccDt6vB2A8z3OXbPUbW](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EsTccDt6vB2A8z3OXbPUbW)
Through shared movement, we cultivate **trust, honesty, support, and collective strength**.
After the session, we’ll enjoy a cozy brunch with homemade banana bread and good vibes. ✨
🕒 Pilates starts at **10:45 – please arrive on time**
👥 Limited to **20 participants** to keep the experience intimate
📸 Photos and short videos may be taken during the event. Let the host know if you prefer not to be in them. Tickets are non refundable.
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Trails & Valentines! Quarry Trails Metro Park / Johnnie's Tavern
***(She loves me!)* A Brief History of Quarry Trails**
[Quarry Trails Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/quarry-trails/) traces its origins to a vast limestone quarry operated by the Marble Cliff Quarry Company starting in the early 20th century. The site, located along the Scioto River west of downtown, supplied crushed stone for local construction projects and roads throughout central Ohio. Operations peaked mid-century, with massive excavation creating deep pits and steep cliffs that reshaped the landscape. By the 1980s, demand declined, and the southern section of the quarry closed (with the northern section of the quarry remaining in operation to this day by a separate company), leaving behind scarred terrain and abandoned equipment. Environmental concerns arose as the area became a dumping ground and off-road playground for locals. Columbus Metro Parks began eyeing the property in the 1990s for potential reclamation into public green space.
In 2015, Metro Parks acquired the initial 180 acres from the quarry's owners, marking a pivotal step toward transformation. Thrive Companies, a local developer, partnered in the deal to build adjacent housing while funding park improvements. Cleanup efforts removed tons of debris, stabilized cliffs, and addressed water quality in the flooded quarries. Planners envisioned a mix of adventure and preservation, incorporating the site's industrial remnants as features. Community input from nearby Grandview Heights and Hilliard residents shaped early designs. The project gained momentum with state and federal grants supporting habitat restoration.
The park officially opened its first phase in November 2021, featuring 3.5 miles of trails, a waterfall overlook, and climbing walls on the quarry faces. Visitors quickly embraced the unique terrain, with mountain biking loops and a 25-foot waterfall drawing crowds from across the metro area. Metro Parks added a canoe/kayak launch on the Scioto River, connecting to the city's broader trail network. Dog parks and picnic areas rounded out the amenities, making it a year-round destination. Expansion continued with land acquisitions pushing the total toward 600 acres. By 2023, the park hosted events like guided hikes and birdwatching tours.
Ongoing development includes a planned adventure center with zip lines and more extensive single-track trails set for completion in the coming years. Metro Parks collaborates with conservation groups to plant native species and monitor wildlife returning to the reclaimed quarries. The site now serves as an educational hub, with interpretive signs explaining its quarrying past and ecological recovery. Local schools incorporate field trips to study geology and restoration science. Quarry Trails exemplifies Columbus's shift from industrial reuse to innovative urban parks. It stands as the newest addition to the Metro Parks system, complementing favorites like Scioto Audubon and Highbanks.
Today, Quarry Trails continues evolving, with future phases adding connections to the Olentangy Trail and more water access points. Annual visitor numbers have surged, boosting nearby businesses in the evolving west side neighborhoods. The park's success has inspired similar reclamation projects elsewhere in the region. It highlights how Columbus balances growth with green space preservation. Residents enjoy a one-of-a-kind spot that honors the area's gritty history while offering modern recreation. Quarry Trails remains a testament to community vision and adaptive reuse in our city.
***(She loves me not.)* A Briefer History of Valentine's Day**
The origins of Valentine's Day trace back to ancient Rome and the festival of Lupercalia, celebrated in mid-February to honor fertility and purification rites. During this raucous event, young men drew names of women from a box in a matchmaking lottery, often leading to pairings or marriages. By the late 5th century, Pope Gelasius I officially replaced Lupercalia with St. Valentine's Day on February 14 to Christianize the pagan holiday. Although several early Christian martyrs were named Valentine, the most commonly associated figure is a 3rd-century Roman priest who secretly married couples against Emperor Claudius II's ban on young men marrying, believing single soldiers fought better. Legend claims Valentine was imprisoned and later executed on February 14, around 269–270 AD.
The romantic associations with Valentine's Day emerged much later, during the Middle Ages. The pivotal moment came in the late 14th century when Geoffrey Chaucer, in his poem "Parlement of Foules" (c. 1381), linked St. Valentine's Day with courtship, writing that birds chose their mates on this date. This literary connection spread rapidly among the English and French nobility, transforming the saint's feast day into a celebration of romantic love. By the 15th century, lovers began exchanging handwritten notes called "valentines," often containing verses or simple declarations of affection.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, Valentine's Day became increasingly commercialized, especially in England and later the United States. The introduction of printed valentines in the 1840s, pioneered by Esther Howland in America, turned personal notes into mass-produced cards adorned with lace, ribbons, and Cupid imagery. Factories began producing elaborate cards, and the tradition of giving flowers (especially roses), chocolates, and jewelry took hold during the Victorian era.
Today, February 14 is one of the most widely celebrated secular holidays worldwide, generating billions in spending on cards, candy, flowers, and romantic dinners. While still officially the feast day of Saint Valentine in some Christian traditions, the modern version has largely shed its religious roots in favor of universal expressions of love and friendship. From ancient fertility rites to global commercial phenomenon, Valentine's Day has evolved dramatically over two millennia while retaining its core focus on human connection.
***(She loves me!)* Map of the Park**
Here is a [Map of Quarry Trails](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Quarry-Trails_JUNE-2025_1980px-Web.jpg).
***(She loves me not.)* Summary**
For this hike, we'll do a loop of the park. This will be about four miles. Now, this won't be one of our longer hikes. However, in my experience, Quarry Trails tends to wear people out more quickly than other parks. I suspect this is because most of the trails are either paved or heavily graveled (no surprise at a park which abuts an active stone quarry), with some elevation changes along the way.
***(She loves me!)* Where We'll Meet**
Quarry Trails has multiple entrances, but none of them are connected internally within the park. So you must drive to the correct one for this event.
Set your GPS to [2319 Quarry Trails Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026](https://www.google.com/maps/place/2319+Quarry+Trails+Dr,+Hilliard,+OH+43026/@39.9998462,-83.0873077,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883891dd76f5eedf:0xf1cb9d34c1069580!8m2!3d39.9997868!4d-83.0872621!16s%2Fg%2F11y17k0ms5?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), or use the map pin I've provided here. Do not just type "Quarry Trails" into Google Maps and expect it to take you to the correct place. It probably won't.
We will meet in the parking lot of the Lake Area. The best entrance to this parking lot will be your first left off of Quarry Trails Dr after Gunnison Dr (which will be on your right). I recommend taking a few minutes and looking at Maps before you head out to make sure you know where you're going.
***(So walk with me...)* Restrooms and Water Fountains**
There are a few port-a-potties sprinkled throughout the park (including two at the parking lot we'll be meeting at), and the Park Office, roughly in the center of the park and which we'll pass twice on this hike, has restrooms and a water fountain. This is the only water fountain, though, at Quarry Trails.
***(At Trails Quarry!*)** **After the Hike**
Afterward, we'll head over to [Johnnie's Tavern](https://johnniestavern614.com/) for [drinks](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Johnnie's+Tavern/@39.993202,-83.0903169,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sCIABIhAulLarLYZC3hY_vRGwoakV!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh3.googleusercontent.com%2Fgps-cs-s%2FAG0ilSzkwnMN29-lrgzp50Rzeaq5jXCGM1xLS1poH0Mc52-E9NYBvdS99ei7zGmlAYJZyk8OeNW5YvS7agj8M2Bom4ri1m_-NcJiT-LQUDphkS-SB5Vq8JhO-8NSP-_m80HeLz4-pGhjrwhuBKSv%3Dw146-h195-k-no!7i4284!8i5712!4m7!3m6!1s0x883891c4d61ba04d:0x5134f225cbf678bf!8m2!3d39.9932439!4d-83.0902078!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11c1p57s3t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) and [food](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Johnnie's+Tavern/@39.993202,-83.0903169,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sCIABIhB5lD4Uly_4O9BjNH4r3ywB!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh3.googleusercontent.com%2Fgps-cs-s%2FAG0ilSy7tQcc7CtCeuUAKwEVJoxtOs8Ycohjy3mGZZOC_kJVdB8wEaGuC4-p5z_jxn2JnpmSEkh_HG7Aok_ZPEgmK57rEBqNIPH8J5tiyAP5vbrRYkUso_fKTkW5vJc47UusNoGiRzs2Vf0m1JcV%3Dw146-h195-k-no!7i4284!8i5712!4m7!3m6!1s0x883891c4d61ba04d:0x5134f225cbf678bf!8m2!3d39.9932439!4d-83.0902078!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11c1p57s3t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). Its actual address is [3503 Trabue Rd, Columbus, OH 43204](https://www.google.com/maps/place/3503+Trabue+Rd,+Columbus,+OH+43204/@39.9932491,-83.090227,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883891c4d6199677:0x1fda03b0add81e7c!8m2!3d39.9932491!4d-83.090227!16s%2Fg%2F11c14yf3m6?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), and it's only about a five minute drive from where we'll be parked at Quarry Trails. We should be at the tavern by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to meet us for drinks.
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This is a free in-person meeting.
Let's talk about relationships in such a way that you can really benefit from the knowledge.
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* Soulmates
* How to start a relationship
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