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Are you asking the big questions? Is there more to life than Métro, Boulot, Dodo? What makes life truly worth it? What guides you when you're unsure? If these kinds of questions cross your mind, you're not alone. And you're welcome here. We're a group of young adults meeting every Tuesday evening at 7:30 PM in the heart of Paris (Châtelet area) to explore life's deepest questions through open conversations and the Bible. No pressure, no judgment, just honest discussions in a relaxed atmosphere. Each week we dig into a real question and explore it together. Whether you've been in church for years or you're just curious and exploring, this is a space for you. Feel free to bring something to eat and share!

👋 Qui veut intégrer un groupe d'amis en cours de constitution pour faire des sorties et activités ensemble sur Paris et la région parisienne ? Voici quelques exemples de sorties proposées dans ce groupe : ❇️ apéro, afterwork, bars, restaurants, brunch, pique-nique ❇️ ciné, concert, théatre, musée ❇️ sports (tennis, initiation au golf, hiit, running, escalade, etc.) ❇️ jeux de société (poker, loup garou...) et en plein air (mollky, pétanque...) ❇️ week-end ❇️ et tout ce que tu pourras proposer. 💥💥 Ouverture, respect et bienveillance sont les valeurs qui animent le groupe 💥💥 Si tout cela te parle, inscris toi à notre groupe "Sorties et rencontres amicales - Paris" pour être informé(e) de toutes les sorties, il vient tout juste d'être créé sur Meetup et nous serons heureux de faire ta connaissance lors d'une prochaine sortie 👋 Ne te fie pas au nombre de participants sur Meetup, nous sommes sur plusieurs sites et Meetup est le dernier sur lequel nous avons ouvert un compte. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* BIEN LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CI-DESSOUS \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **NB : INUTILE DE CLIQUER SUR "Participer" SUR CETTE FICHE.** Inscris toi juste au groupe et clique sur "Participer" uniquement sur les activités / sorties qui ont lieu de façon sure et certaine et qui sont toutes précédées des symboles 💥💥 devant leur titre. **Si dans le titre de la sortie il n'y a pas les symboles 💥💥 c'est que la sortie n'est pas confirmée.** Nos sorties (et celle d'autres utilisateurs) sont également publiées sur l'application gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem : 👉 Appstore : [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) 👉 Google Play : [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) Tu peux aussi t'inscrire au groupe Whatsapp Weezem ici pour être informé(e) de nos futures sorties 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC) A très vite. Patrice

**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 MeltingSpot Team**

The Dissident Salon is a weekly poetry and performance series created as an extension of the DISSIDENT Club’s mission to provide a home for dissenting voices, hosted by Alissa Leeds. Rooted in the tradition of the literary salon, it treats writing and performance as public acts that question power and challenge the systems that shape our lives. Each week features a curated performer, followed by open mic sessions open to all. Work may be presented in English, French, or other languages. Multilingual expression is central to the space and reflects the realities of exile, displacement, and exchange that define the DISSIDENT Club. The Salon is an ongoing forum for people who speak publicly and think critically through art. It exists to build community and support sustained creative work within the broader ecosystem of the DISSIDENT Club. **When:** Every Tuesday, starting January 6th, 2026 **Sign-ups:** 8:00 PM **Sets:** Three 45-minute sessions at 9:00 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:00 PM **Where:** The DISSIDENT Club, 58 rue Richer, 75009 Bring work that confronts. We offer the microphone.

Hello 👋, Tu as envie de débuter le running ou t'y remettre mais tu n'as pas envie de le faire seul(e) ? 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ J'ai LA solution 👉 viens courir avec nous lors des sorties hebdomadaires du groupe Adidas Runners Paris Centre tous les mardis soirs. Il y en a pour tous les niveaux (du débutant - vraiment - à la cool jusqu'aux confirmés avec des allures de TGV 😉), c'est gratuit et l'ambiance y est très conviviale, y compris à l'after run. Rdv à 20h tous les mardis soirs au Central Park Paris au 5 rue du Jour, Paris 1er. Tu pourras te changer sur place (pas de vestiaire mais un étage entier nous est réservé) et y laisser un sac (même s'il n'y a jamais eu de souci, je conseille de ne rien laisser de valeur sur place car il n'y a pas de casier). Après le run, de l'eau est fournie par le bar... mais vous pouvez aussi commander d'autres brevages 🍻😉 Alors n'hésite pas à nous rejoindre. Si tu as des questions, n'hésite pas à me contacter. 👉 POUR T'INSCRIRE 👉 * clique sur "Participer" * ou inscris toi sur l'app gratuite de rencontres amicales WEEZEM où sont publiées toutes les sorties du groupe (tu pourras aussi voir plein d'autres sorties et garder le lien avec les participants inscrits hors Meetup) : Appstore -> [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) et Google Play -> [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) * Tu peux aussi t'inscrire au groupe Whatsapp Weezem ici pour être informé(e) de nos futures sorties 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC) \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* A LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* ⚠️ Ne te fie pas au nombre de participants inscrits sur Meetup, nous sommes généralement une dizaine d'inscrits hors Meetup (voire même plus) car cette sortie est également publiée sur l'appli gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem. N'hésite pas à la télécharger, il y a plein d'autres sorties qui y sont proposées et tu peux également proposer gratuitement la tienne ce qui n'est pas possible avec Meetup. Pour télécharger et utiliser gratuitement Weezem c'est par ici : \- Appstore : [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) \- Google Play : [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) ⚠️ **Ne t'inscris que si tu es sur(e) de venir et désinscris toi si tu as un empêchement de dernière minute** ; ça ne coute rien de se désinscrire et ça permet à une autre personne de venir à la sortie à ta place et surtout ça facilite grandement l'organisation pour l'admin de la sortie. Merci d'avance pour ta compréhension 🙏 \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* A très vite, Patrice

📺🎤✨Fan de Disney Channel ? ✨🎤📺 Retournez en enfance / nos meilleures années ? 😍 Venez à La Belle Epoque pour une soirée karaoké spéciale **Disney Channel** 💫 *High School Musical* /*Hannah Montana* /*Camp Rock* Chanter les hits qui ont bercé nos années collège 🎶🔥 Star Disney😅 ici on est là pour s’amuser, chanter à fond et revivre les meilleurs moments🤩 🍹 let's drink 🍕 let's eat 🎶 Chantons Disney Channel 💵 Karaoké 100% gratuit >> illitmité ! 📍 Où ? Le 6ème (Métro Odéon ou Saint-Michel) 🕘 Quand ? Mardi À partir de 19h Alors… prêt(e) à revoir vos stars Disney préférés, le temps d’une soirée ? 🎤✨

* Between 20 and 30 international attendees \* We meet to promote cultural exchanges or practice a foreign language. The number of participants is limited to preserve user-friendliness. The address is therefore given only for participants who have taken a membership card valid for one year. The membership card offers a special feature: choose a sticker number and receive a free shot at the bar after chatting with other group members. **Card fee is 5€ and available here** : https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025

WELCOME TO ENJOY! PARIS – SOIRÉE DÉCOUVERTE Viens nous découvrir ou nous re-découvrir lors de cette soirée spéciale. ENJOY! Paris vous invite à une soirée conviviale pour rencontrer la communauté, échanger et découvrir l’univers ENJOY! autour d’un verre. Culot Speakeasy 26 Rue Sainte-Foy, 75002 Paris Jeudi 7 mai À partir de 19h30 Cette soirée est pensée pour accueillir les nouveaux, retrouver les habitués et créer des liens dans une ambiance détendue. BONUS ENJOY! Cette soirée s’inscrit dans les nouvelles formules de cotisation de l’association Sort + paie moins Découvrir les formules d'adhésion: https://www.enjoyparis.org/pricing-plans/adhesion-enjoy Que vous soyez nouveau ou déjà membre, rejoignez ENJOY! Paris pour une soirée découverte conviviale. ENJOY! Paris – La communauté parisienne qui bouge.

(Pense à bien lire la description, il y a un billet à prendre pour la soirée sur atelatoi.fr) Tu veux rencontrer de nouvelles personnes ou élargir ton cercle d'amis ? La soirée au bar LES BERTHOM PARIS est faite pour toi ! Tu y trouveras : \- Une safe place pour t'exprimer librement \- Des habitués et nouveaux participants bienveillants & good vibes \- Une animation au top pour mettre tout le monde à l'aise \- Un concept idéal pour apprendre à connaître les autres en profondeur \- La promesse de passer une excellente soirée \- Des tarifs préférentiels rien que pour nous \- Une réduction de \-15% sur l'achat de nos jeux sur place \- Une activité surprise \! Des amitiés et des couples se sont formés grâce à nos soirées ! N'hésite pas à check notre insta @atelatoi pour voir comment se passent les évent. T'es prêt à venir kiffer avec nous ? Inscris-toi ici : atelatoi.fr, rubrique billetterie. Ne te fie pas au nombre d'inscrits ici, on sera bien plus nombreux. À bientôt !

🌳 🌳 🌳 Depuis la forêt domaniale de Verrières, nous cheminerons vers le splendide domaine de la Vallée‑aux‑Loups, où se nichent la maison de Chateaubriand et son arboretum aux essences rares. Notre parcours se poursuivra jusqu’au parc de Sceaux, dont les allées majestueuses cachent une anecdote étonnante : son grand canal, inspiré de Versailles, fut autrefois conçu pour refléter le ciel comme un miroir royal. Distance 15 km Allure 5 km/h D+ 197m 🌳 🌳 🌳 🕘 **Départ : Rendez-vous 09h30 à la station Denfert Rochereau au milieu du quai du train en direction de Massy Palaiseau (RER B). Le train partira à 09h43.** Si jamais tu ne trouves pas le groupe : le numéro de Louis est le 06 28 06 28 28. Retour : Par la station Parc de Sceaux (RER B) 💡 Si tu as un passe Navigo le transport est gratuit sinon l'aller-retour te coûtera 5,2€ 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 le déjeuner * un isolant pour pouvoir s'assoir par terre * un sac pour jeter ses déchets * ta bonne humeur :) \>\> En t'inscrivant à la randonnée tu acceptes [les termes et conditions](http://e.pc.cd/Nw8y6alK) générales de Plein air Paris <<

(en) Small unknown streets, a hidden garden seldom open to the public, memories of this neighbourhood's past, ... So much to discover in Ménilmontant! We'll meet on small Place Krasucki, near the Pyrénées and Jourdain stations. We'll walk at a leisurely pace and even though there will be a small staircase to climb, it will all be easy. This is not a sports event, we're just coming to discover some of the secrets of Ménilmontant. Expect to spend 2 hours and we'll end by the Père Lachaise metro station . This is a pay as you will event. I think it's worth at least 15€. If you come to my walk through artists ateliers later on that say, you can do both for the price of one. (fr) Des passages inconnus, un jardin caché et rarement ouvert, des traces du passé du quartier... Plein de choses à découvrir à Ménilmontant ! Rendez-vous sur la petite place Krasucki, pas loin des stations Pyrénées et Jourdain. On marchera tranquillement et même si on va avoir un petit escalier à monter, ça restera facile. Ça n'est pas une promenade sportive, on vient pour découvrir quelques uns des secrets de Ménilmontant. Prevoir 2h et on finira au niveau du metro Père Lachaise. Prix libre. Suggéré : 15€ Et si vous venez à ma balade des portes ouvertes des ateliers d'artistes, un peu plus tard, vous pouvez faire les deux pour le prix d'une.

🟡🟡🟡 FRANÇAIS 🟡🟡🟡 (⬇🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢⬇) Si tu aimes MARCHER 👟 , prendre des PHOTOS 📸 et faire de nouvelles RENCONTRES 💬, rejoins-nous ! 😊 ✅ MEETUP GRATUIT sur présentation de la carte membre Bubble Up Travels (si tu n'as pas encore la carte membre elle peut se créer le jour de l'excursion, elle coûte 5€ et est valide 6 mois + 3 mois offerts) ✅ ☀ OUVERT A TOUS 20-39 ans ☀ 🔥 places limitées 🔥 Dimanche 10 mai, partons ensemble en ESCAPADE MYSTÈRE ! 😊 (destination en IDF, accessible en transports en commun, gratuit avec le pass navigo, prévoir 45min de trajet depuis Paris, on le fera ensemble) 🤩 FLÂNERiE PiTTORESQUE 😍 VILLAGES de CHARME, 👑 JARDIN ROYAL & VESTIGES du XVII siècle 🤩 & PiCNiC 🍻🥗☀ Durant cette flânerie au soleil ☀, découvrons ensemble : 🏘 un village de charme aux ruelles sinueuses et colorées 😍 🌳 un jardin royal (entrée gratuite) avec de belles statues et un bassin avec eaux turquoises 🌊 🏡 un village avec de magnifiques bâtisses d'antan et un édifice à l'étonnante façade 🤩 🏰 plusieurs châteaux privés 👀 insolite : les vestiges d'une ingénierie complexe datant du XVIIeme siècle (accès libre/gratuit) dont je vous expliquerai le fonctionnement de l'époque 😊 🎉 BONUS : point de vue panoramique sur Paris en fin de circuit pour clôturer notre journée en beauté 😊 (Pour le picnic dans le jardin royal vers 12h45/13h 🍻🥗☀ n'oubliez pas d'emmener votre sandwich, salade, plat préparé… et boissons, snacks, gourmandises à partager si souhaité) Nouveau/nouvelle à Paris ? Expat ? Français d'un des « 6 coins » de l’Hexagone ou des DOM-TOM ? Parisien ? Erasmus ? Etudiant? Nomad-worker? Aupair? Long-term resident? Touriste? …. tu as entre 20-39 ans? Oui?! Tu veux faire de nouvelles rencontres? Oui?! Alooors ! N'hésite pas ! Viiiens ! 📸👋💬😍☀😊 N'hésite pas à venir seul ou avec des amis. Toute personne intéressée par cette sortie est la bienvenue 😊 📍 RDV à 11h00 intra-muros (nous attendrons 5-10 minutes (max) avant de prendre les transports en commun ensemble 😊) A très vite pour de nouvelles découvertes et nouvelles rencontres 😊 🔥 ESCAPADE UNIQUE en 2026 🔥 places limitées 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ☝️ RECOMMANDATIONS ☝️ BOUTEILLE D'EAU + BONNES CHAUSSURES 😊 😊 OBJECTIFS 🤩 MARCHER (c’est bon pour la santé) FAIRE DE NOUVELLES DECOUVERTES (c’est bon pour l’esprit) PRENDRE DES PHOTOS (tous niveaux, tous appareils : caméra, smartphone) FAIRE DE NOUVELLES RECONTRES AMICALES pour passer une journée mémorable ensemble :) ⛅ PRÉVISIONS MÉTÉO ☀ Si la veille du meetup les prévisions méteo indiquent : ☀⛅☁🌦 : meetup maintenu :) 🌧🌩 : meetup annulé/reporté. (Si annulé/reporté, vous serez averti la veille de la sortie, vers 22h) 🔥 Places limitées : 25-35 participants 🔥 (pour réussir à rester groupés) 👉 #tu t'inscris tu viens 😊 #soisprésent 😊 👉 objectif: 💯% de présences, rencontres & fun 😂 A très vite pour partager un moment de convivialité ensemble et faire de nouvelles rencontres 😊 Si ce n'est pas cette fois, au plaisir de se rencontrer une prochaine fois 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢 If you like walking, taking pictures and meeting new people, this event is for you! 😊 ✅ FREE MEETUP upon presentation of your Bubble Up Travels membership card (if you don't have it yet, you can get it on the meetup day for 5€, its valid 6 months + 3 months offered) ✅ On Sunday, May 10th, let's enjoy together a MYSTERY GETAWAY 😊 (stroll area accessible by public transport, with the Navigo pass, approx. 45min from Paris, we will ride the public transport together 😊) 😍 PICTURESQUE STROLL 😍 CHARMING VILLAGES, 👑 ROYAL GARDEN & 17th century REMAINS 🤩 & PiCNiC 🍻🥗☀ During our stroll in the sun ☀, let's discover together: 🏘 a charming village with colorful streets 😍 🌳 a superb royal garden (free access) 🏡 a village with magnificent buildings of yesteryear and a building with an amazing facade 🤩 🏰 private castles 👀 unusual: the remains of a complex engineering dating from the 17th century (free access) 😊 🎉 BONUS: panoramic view of Paris at the end of our circuit to finish our day on a high note 😊 (For the lunch break in the royal garden 🍻🥗☀, don't forget to bring your sandwich, salad, prepared dish, ...) New in town? Expat? Student? Erasmus? Nomad worker? Aupair? Long-term resident? Tourist? and you're age 20-39?! Yes?! Eager to meet new people? Yes?! Then, don't hesitate ! join us 📸👋💬😍☀😊 Do not hesitate to come alone or with your friends. Everyone interested in this event is welcome 😊 📍 The meeting point will be at 11:00AM Paris intra-muros (we will wait 5-10 minutes (max) before we take the public transport together 😊) 🔥 UNIQUE GETAWAY in 2026 🔥 limited spots 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ☝️ RECOMMENDATIONS ☝️ WATER (1-2L) + GOOD SHOES ⛅ WEATHER FORECAST ☀ ☀⛅☁🌦 : meetup ON 😊 🌧🌩 : the meetup will be cancelled. (in case of cancellation, you will be notified the day before the event, around 10PM) 🔥 Limited spots: 20-25 participants 🔥 (to successfully stay gathered) 👉 #you sign up you come !😊 #bepresent 😊 👉 objective: 💯% attendance, meetings & fun 😂 I hope to meet you all soon 😊 If it is not this time, maybe it will be next time 😊

**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 Shake Team**

Bonjour, Je vous propose de découvrir l’exposition sur Matisse au Grand Palais. Merci de finaliser l'inscription via [BilletWeb](https://www.billetweb.fr/exposition-matisse-1941-1954-enjoy) (pour que je puisse vous contacter plus facilement). **IMPORTANT** : ceci n’est pas un billet ! Il est nécessaire d’acheter un billet pour l’exposition sur le [site du Grand Palais](https://www.grandpalais.fr/fr/programme/matisse-1941-1954) pour le créneau de la sortie.

Join us for 2 loops of the 1.1 mile trail surrounding Civic Park In Reynoldsburg this Thursday (5/7) at 6:30 pm. This is a fully paved trail so no worries about mud after a rainy week. Just come and get some exercise while connecting with others.

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

**$1 Slices of Pizza!!!** #5xNWPizzaCrawl is back!! Start at Barrell & Tap where Brenz pizza will serve slices at the bar and you can grab the voting link from our booth. Then take a walk to Fibonaccis, Halwanis, Deweys, and finally Jets to choose your favorite! (the walk is about a 10 block square) Join us for this great community event and check back for more information on our route. (Grandview area)

Feeling down? Sometimes depressed? Can't focus? Negativity & stress? Recent losses? Creativity in career and personal life hindered by mental blocks? Sometimes we never fully recover from traumatic experiences. Whether it was yesterday, last week or a year ago, traumatic experiences - a loss of a loved one, losing a job, a breakup - can leave you scarred. You talk about it and feel a little better, but it never goes away. After you hang up the phone, it's still there; the sadness, the cloud, the over-thinking, the worry, the guilt. You try to focus, but you're blocked. You try to look forward into new experiences, new relationships but a cloud is hanging over you, casting a shadow on what you once considered a bright, cheerful future. What happened to your courage? Your strength of character? You're 'why not' attitude? Whoever said 'time heals' must have had a special time machine, because after weeks, months, years, you're wondering - when exactly does that kick in? Sometimes it seems like drinking or drugs are the way to go. But they wear off, and now the problem is still there with added side effects from the drugs. At this free local Meetup event we will talk about: * What causes grief, anxiety and depression to become chronic. * Is it possible to regain your joy and happiness even after traumatic experiences? * How to break away from negativity and focus on the future * What are the steps to take to get control of your mind and your emotions? Learn about a safe, gentle, do-it-yourself counseling that can be done in the comfort of your own home. Let's explore safe, effective solutions for healing from traumatic experiences. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.

*We can only take 13 women on this trip.* **The details...** Immerse yourself in the wild splendor of Scotland on this exclusive **women’s 8-day hiking** adventure. Misty moors, heather-clad hillsides, verdant glens, and ancient castles steeped in folklore will fill your camera roll by the end of this trip. ***Learn more about this all women journey here: [Highlands](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/journeys-1/hiking-highlands-scotland-2026)*** **A guided adventure:** Guided by experienced locals, explore the untamed hills of Glencoe and the Cairngorms during invigorating day hikes. Each evening, unwind and reflect on the day’s experiences, forging friendships and savoring Highland hospitality. This is more than a hiking trip. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in Scotland’s rich history and traditions. Learn about women-led crofts and take a loch plunge while wild swimming (followed by a steamy sauna). **What to expect...** * Hike in Scotland’s rugged Highlands and experience green Glencoe. * Visit a medieval castles and historic stone villages. * Soak up the history of Edinburgh’s city center. * Indulge in delicious and plentiful Scottish cuisine, including fresh seafood, local beer, and hearty breakfasts. * Traverse heather-clad landscapes while giving your body a good workout. (You must train for this trip.) * Enjoy restorative stays at beautiful hotels. **Wait, there's more...** * Bask in the beauty of the Cairngorms. * Hike with other Bold Spirit women who love to travel as much as you do. * Learn about rewilding and women-led crofting. * Shop along the cobblestone streets of Edinburgh. * Take the plunge into a loch for wild swimming and a shoreline sauna experience. * Stretch both your mind and hamstrings on this special journey. The best part? Our team **takes care of the logistics** so you can focus on enjoying a much needed vacation in beautiful Scotland. Are you ready to meet other women who love to hike and travel, plus see Scotland with professional guides? ***Learn more about this all women tour here: [2026 Hiking the Highlands Journey](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/journeys-1/hiking-highlands-scotland-2026)*** * Ask us questions here: [Tell me more about this trip](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/contact) * Learn about Bold Spirit Travel [here](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/about). * Rates start at $6195

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.