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Deep Talk / In English
Let's have a weekly deep talk in an intimate Parisian café, share a drink and have a good time with like-minded, lovely and chill people. ☕
We're here to sip life in a childish, simple and non-serious way.
When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation? Or deepened your relationship with someone in your life? It's not easy to have a deep conversation.
While small talk, which is typically casual and light-hearted, can help break the ice, it may not necessarily help you form a deep, emotional connection with someone. Whether it's with your friends, family, colleagues or romantic partners, having meaningful conversations is important for creating strong bonds.
"Meaningful conversations help us understand ourselves and those around us better. They involve sharing important aspects of ourselves and actively listening, validating and connecting with others."
We believe that a happy and healthy life is built on beautiful relationships and that loneliness kills us. That's it. It's not the number of friends that counts, it's the quality of the relationship.
✅ This group is adressed to :
● People who want to build deep, genuine and caring relationships in a small group that looks the same, where they feel comfortable and emotionally safe to talk emotionally and get intimate about anything in their lives.
● Simple, loving, kind, hyper/sensitive and lovely people who spend a lot of time in their bubble thinking about the meaning of life, passionate about personal development, philosophy, meaningful conversations, debates ....
⛔ Please don't subscribe if :
● You don't see yourself in the group's aims and beliefs.
● You're travelling for a short period of time and don't live or intend to live in Paris.
● You are not sure if you will be able to come, please update your status to allow others on the waiting list to join. An absence without notice will result in an irrevocable ban.
Progress :
● ❗ For reservations, I'll send you a private Meetup message at least 5 hours before the meeting to confirm your reservation. If I don't receive a reply 2 hours before the meeting, I will send you a second message to let you know that you will be replaced by someone on the waitlist.
● We keep the session small, cosy and relaxed in a quiet place, prioritising regularity to encourage intimacy, connection, listening and speaking. (\~ 5/6 people)
● On arrival, if you feel comfortable, you will be suggested to choose and associate several drawn Feelings and Needs cards to express how you really feel at the moment, to talk about ourselves and communicate effectively.
● The best way to make progress is to make the conversation easy and natural, with everyone making an effort to suggest and write down what you want to talk about. You can write down your favourite topics/questions before the meeting. The meeting is participative and invite everyone if you feel comfortable being a leader and a power of suggestion.
Anyway, to keep the meeting running smoothly, I'll animate the meeting to make sure the conversation doesn't get wild or boring and I wouldn't hesitate to reframe people. In case of lack of inspiration we have a lot of deep conversation question card game which can help to find interesting questions.
● (Not compulsory) After the meeting we can finish in a nearby restaurant for those who wish to relax or continue our conversation.
Advice for a good moment :
● Leave your ego and mask at home, we are not here to impress anyone but to be ourselves with our strength, weakness, pride and shame.
Come with an open/deep/emotional/complex thought and vulnerability.
● Ask open-ended questions and invite the other person to describe what a situation was like for them or how they felt.
● Don't hesitate to be vulnerable and share information about yourself if needed.
Consider sharing personal information first to gain the other person's trust.
● Adopt an attitude of curiosity and genuine interest in what the other person is saying. Be thoughtful and try to put yourself in the other person's shoes so that you can see things from their perspective. Be truthful, caring and honest.
● Listen actively and ask follow-up questions.
● Be empathetic and offer emotional validation so that they feel seen and heard.
It is forbidden to judge, but try to understand.
● ⏱ Be aware of your speaking time for Equally Speak.
● Be aware never to provoke political or religious ideologies, but to accept differences of belief. Advice on non-violent communication can be given in the meeting to learn not to unintentionally hurt anyone when requested or needed.
● Remember to maintain a safe, and benevolent environment. People who are considered to be disruptive, problematic or simply not in tune with the energy of the group will not be allowed to return.
Finally, we're hug-friendly !!!
Cycle Fleuve - "Don Quichotte" de M. de Cervantès (3/4) - (Dîner littéraire)
Nous poursuivons ce cycle fleuve consacré à (3e session) :
**"Don Quichotte" de Miguel de Cervantès (3/4 jusqu'au chapitre 37 de la 2e partie )**
"À la fois [roman médiéval](http://%5B%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litt%C3%A9rature_m%C3%A9di%C3%A9vale%5D%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litt%C3%A9rature_m%C3%A9di%C3%A9vale%5D)(%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litt%C3%A9rature_m%C3%A9di%C3%A9vale%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litt%C3%A9rature_m%C3%A9di%C3%A9vale)) "Littérature médiévale") — un [roman de chevalerie](http://%5B%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_de_chevalerie%5D%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_de_chevalerie%5D)(%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_de_chevalerie%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_de_chevalerie)) "Roman de chevalerie") — et roman de l'époque moderne alors naissante, le livre est une parodie des mœurs médiévales et de l'[idéal chevaleresque](http://%5B%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevalerie%5D%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevalerie%5D)(%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevalerie%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevalerie)) "Chevalerie"), ainsi qu'une critique des structures sociales d'une société espagnole rigide et vécue comme absurde. *Don Quichotte* est un jalon important de l'histoire littéraire et les interprétations qu'on en donne sont multiples : pur comique, satire sociale, analyse politique. Roman épique tant par son influence que par sa longueur, il est aujourd'hui considéré comme l'un des romans les plus importants de la littérature mondiale et comme le premier roman moderne. De fait, il jouit toujours d'une très forte popularité et continue d'être étudié dans les cercles universitaires, plus de 400 ans après sa publication." Wikipedia
Pour la présentation d'auteur et le focus sur l'oeuvre :
\- François\-Emmanuel va nous parler de Miguel de Cervantès et de "Don Quichotte" en privilégiant l'angle de son choix ; qu'il nous communiquera bientôt **.**
* Je fais le focus sur l'oeuvre soit "Don Quichotte".
Et n'oubliez pas !
Partagez, si vous le souhaitez, quelques mots, passages et/ou citations qui vous ont marqués, touchés et qui vous semblent importants à partager avec le groupe et les participants.
Enfin, inscrivez-vous, je vous prie, uniquement si vous êtes sûrs de la partie.
Bien à vous tous, bonne semaine, bonnes lectures aussi !
Jélila
PS : la participation au club de lecture est de 2 euros par personne et par an (les cotisations Meetup sont de 240 euros par an). Mais elle reste facultative.
🌍 JUST GUTSY — Solo Travelers Meetup (Paris 4PM local time)
**No pressure. No plans. Just new friends ✨**
Whether you’re visiting Paris for the first time, just arrived, or simply love meeting curious, open-minded people, this bi-weekly **Just Gutsy** meetup is an easy way to share stories, make friends, and explore the city together.
**Who it’s for?**
• Solo travelers
• Expats & digital nomads
• Locals who love meeting travelers
**What to expect?**
✨ Relaxed, **self-led** gathering
🤝 Small group energy
🌍 Travel stories, tips & shared adventures
🍹 Grab a drink or snack if you like
**How it works?**
This is a self-led meetup, meaning I set it up for you but the magic happens between you.
To make sure everyone finds each other smoothly, please follow these simple coordination steps:
1️⃣ **RSVP** Thoughtfully
If you’re planning to come, tap “Going.”
It helps others feel confident joining and builds momentum before the meetup.
Even if you’re 80% sure, RSVP.
If your plans change, please update your RSVP so others aren’t expecting your attendance.
2️⃣ **Confirm 2 Hours Before** (Essential)
To ensure the meetup runs, please comment on this event page at least 2 hours before the start time:
“Confirmed for today 😊”
This allows everyone to see, ahead of time, who is actually coming.
The meetup moves forward when at least 2 people confirm 2 hours before the event.
If fewer than 2 confirmations are posted by then, attendance may be low that day.
This avoids anyone showing up uncertain.
3️⃣ **Signal Your Arrival**
When you arrive, comment on this event page:
“Arrived” + where you’re sitting + what you’re wearing
Example:
“Arrived. Sitting outside near the entrance. Wearing a black t-shirt.”
This ensures everyone can easily find each other.
Recognition Tip
Having a clear profile photo on Meetup is highly encouraged — it makes recognition effortless and helps the group form faster.
**When & Where?**
📅 Day: Every Tuesday & Saturday
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM local time
📍 Meeting point: In front of **Costadoro Social Coffee.**
**Arrive on time,** smaller groups make it easier to connect.
**Why join Just Gutsy?**
• Meet open-minded people who genuinely want to connect
• Feel at home anywhere in the world
• Be part of a growing global solo travel community
• Early members get lifetime premium access to the future Just Gutsy app 🚀 Join here 👉 https://justgutsy.com/
WhatsApp:
After attending, you’re welcome to join the Paris Just Gutsy WhatsApp group to stay connected and suggest spontaneous meetups:
👉 https://chat.whatsapp.com/CFrEM8QZh8x24Uwax1U2pm
**About Just Gutsy**
**Just Gutsy** is a global community for solo travelers who are free spirited, love exploring the world believe that real connections make the best memories.
Hi, I am Syrine,
I started solo traveling in 2018 and it changed my life, from introvert to extrovert. Along the way, I loved meeting people, but also felt how hard it can be to find connection when traveling alone.
I’m building Just Gutsy so no one has to feel alone on the road — and so anyone who’s still shy to take that first step has a welcoming place to start. 💛
Échange Linguistique Français–Anglais 🇫🇷🤝🇬🇧
**Échange Linguistique Français–Anglais 🇫🇷🤝🇬🇧**
Bonjour à toutes et à tous ! Nous espérons que vous allez bien ! 😊
Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à notre échange linguistique français–anglais !
🕒 Heure : 15h00–17h00
📍 Lieu : Jardin de Reuilly - Paul Pernin (153 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris)
🔍 Repérez une PARAPLUIE ROSE 💗☂️ à votre arrivée !
💶 **Participation :** 5 € en **ESPÈCES** pour l'organisation
📱 **Contact :** **[Rejoignez notre groupe WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EQr7SpyBTsfFEvaMH84sAM)** (pour la localisation en direct pendant l’événement et les annonces hebdomadaires)
💌 Venez seul·e ou accompagné·e — vous repartirez avec de nouvelles amitiés et des souvenirs inoubliables.
🗣️ **Concept de l’événement :**
L’échange dure 2 heures et se divise en 4 sessions de 30 minutes :
Chaque table accueille 4 à 6 personnes, avec un mélange de francophones et d’anglophones
15 minutes en français, suivies de 15 minutes en anglais
À la fin de chaque session, les tables sont remaniées pour rencontrer de nouvelles personnes !
Cet événement est placé sous le signe de la détente et de l’échange culturel — sans pression, juste de bonnes vibes et de belles conversations. 🥂
❗ **Important :** Ce n’est **pas un speed-dating**. Merci à tous de nous aider à maintenir une atmosphère respectueuse et inclusive.
📸 **Consentement média :** Des photos et vidéos seront prises pendant l’événement. En y participant, vous acceptez qu’elles puissent être utilisées dans notre communication ou sur les réseaux sociaux. Si vous avez des objections, merci de le signaler aux organisateurs.
On a hâte de vous voir ! 😊
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**French and English Language Exchange 🇫🇷🤝🇬🇧**
Hello everyone! We hope you’re doing well! 😊
We’re excited to invite you to our French-English Language Exchange!
🕒 Time: 15:00–17:00
📍 Location: Jardin de Reuilly - Paul Pernin (153 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris)
🔍 Look for a PINK Umbrella 💗☂️ when you arrive!
💶 **Participation:** €5 in **CASH** for organizing
📱 **Contact:** **[Join our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EQr7SpyBTsfFEvaMH84sAM)** (for live location during events and weekly event updates)
**💌 Come solo or with friends —** you’ll leave with new friendships and unforgettable memories.
🗣️ **Event Concept:**
The exchange lasts 2 hours and is split into 4 sessions of 30 minutes:
* Each table has 4–6 people, with a mix of French and English speakers
* 15 minutes in French, followed by 15 minutes in English
* After each session, tables are reshuffled so you meet new people!
This event is all about relaxed, friendly cultural exchange — no pressure, just good vibes and great conversation. 🥂
❗ **Important:** This is not a speed-dating event. We kindly remind everyone to help us maintain a respectful and inclusive atmosphere.
📸 **Media Consent:** Photos and videos will be taken during the event. By participating, you consent to their use in promotional materials and on social media. If you have concerns, please inform the organizers.
We can't wait to see you there! 😊
"Amour et chocolat"
**Un showcolat à croquer et à savourer !**
J’ai écrit et je joue chaque dimanche à 15h du 29 mars au 3 mai un seul en scène « Amour et chocolat »
C’est ma déclaration d’amour et d’humour à la vie.
Ce spectacle est un voyage plein de rebondissements joyeux, poétiques et gourmands dans la vie d’un papa solo tour à tour père, amant et enfant aussi.
Mes rencontres amoureuses les plus drôles, loufoques, ma mère magicienne de la cuisine, folle de Zara, pour elle, j’ai toujours 5 ans, mon grand-père épicurien et diabétique, mes ados acidulés tendres et piquants et ma folie douce pour le chocolat.
Ce spectacle inspiré à 95% de faits réels respire la joie de vivre !
Après le spectacle, nous pourrons partager un joyeux moment autour d’un verre ensemble.
Après avoir joué plus de 200 fois ce spectacle au théâtre des Blancs Manteaux, au Festival d’Avignon, à Marseille, Lille, je reviens le jouer pour 6 représentations seulement.
C’est chaque dimanche à 15h au théâtre Darius Milhaud, 80 allée Darius Milhaud 75019 Paris Métro Porte de Pantin.
Mieux vaut arriver 20 à 30' avant le début du spectacle car le placement est libre.
Après le spectacle, nous nous retrouverons pour improviser la joie d’être ensemble autour d’un verre.
Voici le lien pour voir les critiques et réserver :
[https://www.billetreduc.com/spectacle/paolo-aldo-dans-amour-chocolat-357340](https://www.billetreduc.com/spectacle/paolo-aldo-dans-amour-chocolat-357340)
Hauts les cœurs !
Rando #44 : 18 km à travers les marais de l'Essonne (91)
🌳 🌳 🌳
Photos de la première édition :
[https://www.meetup.com/pleinairparis/photos/32622049/](https://www.meetup.com/pleinairparis/photos/32622049/)
**C'est le printemps ! Direction les marais de l'Essonne, espace naturel et site historique exceptionnels, traversés par un sentier qui serpente entre lacs et rivières.**
Le nom du département de l’Essonne découle d’une petite rivière dont le patronyme est un hommage à *Acionna*, déesse gauloise de l’eau. Un peu avant de se jeter dans la Seine, et comme pour retarder sa disparition, l’Essonne se transforme en un entrelacs de marais et d’étangs, d’îles et de tourbières sur plusieurs kilomètres. C’est dans ce paysage unique, labellisé [Natura 2000](https://www.natura2000.fr/) en raison de la beauté et de la richesse de sa flore et de sa faune, que notre randonnée nous emmène.
Une surprise nous attend dans le parc de Villeroy…
🌳 🌳 🌳
🕘 **Départ : Rendez-vous Gare de Lyon à 09h15** au milieu du quai du train en direction de Corbeil-Essonnes (RER D).
**Le train partira à 09h30**. Arrivée à 10h00 à la gare de Viry Chatillon.
Correspondance par le train de 10h08 en direction de Malesherbes (RER D). Arrivée à 10h32 à la gare de Mennecy.
Si jamais tu ne trouves pas le groupe :
le numéro de Louis est le 06 28 06 28 28.
💡 Si tu as un passe Navigo le transport est gratuit sinon l'aller-retour te coûtera 5€ au maximum pour l'achat de deux tickets.
🌳 🌳 🌳
💡 Pour ton confort et ta sécurité n'oublie pas de prendre :
* des vêtements adaptés
* des chaussures de randonnée
* suffisamment d'eau
* un pique-nique pour la pause déjeuner
* un sac pour emporter ses déchets
* un isolant pour s'asseoir par terre
* ta bonne humeur :)
\>\> En t'inscrivant tu acceptes [les conditions générales](https://e.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=Nw8y6alK) de Plein air Paris <<
Venez et expérimentez
Bienvenue à tous !
La méditation du cœur est une technique simple et pratique.
En quelques minutes, vous apprendrez à vous détendre véritablement et à ressentir la légèreté et la joie.
Vous n'avez pas besoin de savoir comment méditer ni croire en un système ou une philosophie particulière.
Venez et faîtes l'expérience. C'est tout ! A dimanche prochain !
Deep Ecology Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Une vie bouleversée
Venez discuter du livre "une vie bouleversée" d'Etty Hillesum devant un repas a la French Guinguette 58 Rue Rambuteau Bonne lecture
Yoga for Internationals - Slow Grounding Flow
**Practice yoga, move, breathe & make new friends.**
**A soft grounding flow and a relaxing playlist.**
✨ **What to expect** ✨
✔️ A carefully guided Vinyasa flow
✔️ A chance to meet other internationals
✔️ A peaceful escape from the city’s stress
It's best to arrive already dressed in a comfy sports outfit.
**Participation fee : Donation based**
This week's class is donation based: you can donate any amount you'd like to help sustain these sessions. The suggested contribution is 10€, but feel free to give the amount you’d like.
Join our Whats App Group and find more info here: https://linktr.ee/yogagroveparis
Looking forward to practicing with you!
Instagram : @yogagroveparis
Théâtre d’impro 🚀 - by Kpten Impro
Atelier d’impro
Découvre les joies de l'impro, optimise ta créativité et libère ton potentiel !
L'improvisation théâtrale est un excellent outil de développement personnel et une formidable aventure collective !
Si tu as envie de [re]découvrir l'impro dans un cadre ludique et bienveillant cet atelier est fait pour toi !
Ces séances sont ouvertes à tous, débutants, intermédiaires, confirmés.
L'atelier se déroule en 2 heures, au programme :
Des échauffements dynamiques pour être à l’aise rapidement avec le groupe.
La gestion du stress et le lâcher prise,
Des jeux ludiques pour construire avec ses partenaires des histoires éphémères,
Du rire, du [Fun] et des rencontres …
Infos pratiques :
- Nombre de participants limité
- Prévoir une tenue confortable
-Une participation de 10 euros sera à régler
- Les modalités seront envoyées par message privé
Venez vous essayer, vous dépasser, jouer des personnages… vous permettant de passer des moments d’exception.
Nous déclinons toute responsabilité en cas d’incident, lors des ateliers.
Hocine et Solène
Exposition - Martin Parr au Jeu de Paume
Cette exposition propose de revisiter l’oeuvre de Martin Parr à travers différentes séries réalisées depuis la fin des années 1970 jusqu’à aujourd’hui. Pendant cinquante ans, sans militantisme mais avec constance, aux quatre coins du globe, Martin Parr a dressé un portrait saisissant des déséquilibres de la planète et des dérives de nos modes de vie.
En quelque 180 oeuvres traversant plus de cinquante ans de production, de ses débuts en noir et blanc à des oeuvres récentes, l’exposition aborde, en 5 sections, nos turpitudes contemporaines, à travers des thèmes, des motifs, des obsessions récurrentes.
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Je vous donne rendez-vous dès 13h45 devant l'entrée du Jeu de Paume. Nous entrerons et débuterons la visite à 14h.
Ensuite et pour ceux qui le souhaitent, nous irons prendre un verre dans un café des alentours.
Important : l'exposition rencontre déjà un certain succès, je vous recommande donc vivement de réserver votre billet le plus tôt possible.
Pour réserver votre billet (créneau 14h) : https://jeudepaume.org/evenement/martin-parr-global-warning/
En cas d'empêchement, merci de décocher votre participation.
Bon week-end et à très vite !
Charlotte
Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟
**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟**
This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity.
**What’s on the program?**
• Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖
• Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭
• Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍
We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫
More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/)
**Want to get more involved?**
Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly.
📩 **How to participate**:
Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability.
Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫
**Spread the word!**
If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group!
The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊
See you soon,
**The Art&More Team**
Deep Ecology Events Near You
Connect with your local Deep Ecology community
Humanist Program
The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event.
We will be hearing from Becca Powell, Director of Advocacy and Outreach at Unchained At Last, an organization whose mission is dedication to ending forced and child marriage in the United States through direct services and systems change. Unchained At Last's mission clearly meshes and addresses several of our Humanist Ten Commitments. Becca will educate us about an issue many of us may not be familiar with--but should be.
Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk.
Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online
Join Zoom Meeting
[https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1)
Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953
Passcode: 760812
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The formal presentation will start at noon
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration!
This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired.
**New to electronics or curious about tinkering?**
You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building.
While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.
Data & Analytics Wednesday - The Data-Driven Brand
**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception**
Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory.
For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy.
She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps).
Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way.
**About Our Speaker**
Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
[Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro)
More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
8 Week Singles Pickleball League | DateColumbus
## Pickleball League \| Singles \| 20s\, 30s\, 40s \| Columbus\, OH
Ditch the dating apps and meet singles in real life — on the courts for 8 weeks.
This event is ALL done through Eventbrite, we must register in advance. [The link is here! ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pickleball-but-everyones-single-datecolumbus-tickets-1984560246119?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl)
April 13th - June 1st. 6:00PM - 8:00PM.
Monday Nights.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new, this league is all about connection.
👉 **Never played before?** No problem! For the first **three weeks**, instructors will be on-site for the first 30 minutes to teach you the basics and get you comfortable jumping in.
We’ll run this as **open play** — you’ll rotate courts and partners for casual games and maximum mingling. Winners stay for one round before rotating, giving you plenty of chances to meet someone new.
📅 **Mondays\, April 13th \- June 1st \| 6:00–8:00 PM**
📍 **Paddle Taps** \| 535 Lakeview Plaza Blvd\, Worthington\, OH 43085
**⭐ May 4th — Best Dressed Night: Star Wars Edition**
*May the Fourth Be With You!*
Dust off your Jedi robes, break out the lightsaber, or go full Chewbacca. Come dressed up, bring your A-game, and may the force (and your dinks) be with you. Best dressed winner picked by the volunteer sqaud, Winner will receive a prize!
**🍽️ May 25th — Memorial Day BBQ POST PLAY**
End your Memorial Day weekend with pickleball and pickleball BBQ! Paddletaps will provide the burgers & hot dogs, you're welcome to bring your fav app or dessert to share with the crew!
**What to Know**
* Paddles available each week — or bring your own
* Locker room on-site
* Full restaurant + bar available
* Play runs every Monday from 6:00–8:00 PM for 8 weeks
* Eat, drink, and mingle during and after play
* Tickets are **non-refundable**
Ready to meet your pickleball partner (and maybe more)?
🎟[ ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pickleball-but-everyones-single-datecolumbus-tickets-1984560246119?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl)**[Sign up now — spots will go fast!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pickleball-but-everyones-single-datecolumbus-tickets-1984560246119?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl)**
### Event Guidelines
🚫 No rude or inappropriate behavior
📸 Photos may be taken for promotional use
📵 Be present — phones away, eyes up
✨ Be open, have fun, and enjoy the experience
The Science of Aliens
This meeting will be a discussion of the book "the Science of Aliens" by Mark Brake
Columbus Chess Club
This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!
Psychic Development Series II - Pueo Group
Private Group. Closed to the Public
Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy.
In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected.
The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve.
I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia





















