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Daily Mindful Recitation of Chinese Classics | Mon-Fri Online Session
Hosted by **Dasein Institute**, Join our daily online mindful practice program for timeless Chinese classical wisdom.
## Schedule (China Time)
**Monday – Thursday: 20:00 – 20:30**
Collective bilingual recitation of Confucian & Daoist classics, including *The Analects*, *Tao Te Ching* and other ancient Chinese scriptures.
**Friday: 20:00 – 20:30**
Guided reflection, group discussion and sharing on how to integrate ancient wisdom into daily life, achieve inner transformation, and consciously reshape your life path.
## Program Overview
This is a structured daily practice circle from Monday to Friday, designed for global learners. Through consistent recitation, stillness practice, and weekly reflection, we anchor our mind in the present moment, absorb the essence of Eastern philosophy, and turn ancient teachings into tangible real-life changes.
We explore both Confucian wisdom and Daoist philosophy, practice mindful presence, and build inner stability through short, daily half-hour sessions. No prior knowledge is required. All sessions are held fully online.
## Program Investment
**Monthly Plan: $80 USD per month**; **Annual Plan: $800 USD per year** (Save $160 with yearly enrollment)
The monthly fee grants you full access to all weekday daily recitations and Friday discussion sessions, as well as entry to our exclusive global community.
## What You Will Gain
* Daily 30-minute mindful bilingual recitation (Mon-Thu)
* Weekly guided group discussion & life application sharing (Friday)
* Inner calm, focused awareness and mental stillness
* Practical methods to apply classical wisdom into everyday life
* Tangible inner transformation and conscious life reformation
* Access to the private global like-minded community of Dasein Club
All sessions run online, with no geographical limits. Seekers from all time zones are welcome to join.
【Inbound Private Trip】Beijing 3-Day Cultural Immersion Tour
pick your own date and let's go!
\*starts with 2 people
tailor-made inbound tour
📍Destination: Beijing China
📅 2026 Private Tour\| Year\-round departures
💵 From $499 incl. 4-star hotels
**Trip at a Glace**
D1 Beijing arrival at Beijing South railway station, met and then visit **The Tian’an Men Square and The Forbidden City** in the afternoonDrive to hotel, check in and free at leisure
🏨 4 star hotel in Beijing
D2 Breakfast served in the Hotel. Drive to Huairou district and trek at **Mutianyu Great Wall,** Lunch at a local restaurant at foot of Mutianyu Great Wall (Self-paid). Return to downtown Beijing and stroll along **Shichahai lake and Yandaixiejie Hutong.** Return to hotel
🏨 4 star hotel in Beijing
🧆 breakfast;
D3 Breakfast served in the hotel and check out Visit **Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven**, departure from Beijing and end your journey here
🧆 breakfast;
Bailian Zhonghuan Shopping Mall
dear all, We will move to Bailian Zhongshan BEFORE jing’an opens. Welcome to join us
Please confirm with me first before you signed up
My WeChat is ellenliu12345
60rmb for 2 hours , 6 people share a court
小伙伴们, 所以我们在静安开放之前将会在百联中环打,欢迎加入我们
Adult Skateboard Lesson
Don't be afraid to try skateboarding for the first time, second time, or the 100th time!
Come out to the Iconx Indoor Skatepark for a fun time and enjoy having fun on a skateboard. Don't have a skateboard, helmet, or pads? Don't worry we have 187 Killer Pads which can protect you as you practice tricks and have fun.
Bring a group of people to make it an activity never to forget.
Shanghai 3 hour bike tour with coffee break
Embark on an enriching bike tour through the dynamic city of Shanghai, blending adventure, culture, and relaxation. This tour offers an immersive experience, showcasing the city's vibrant neighborhoods, historical sites, and hidden gems.
Tour Highlights:
Exclusive small tour group with up to 6 person
Historical Landmarks and Modern Marvels:
Begin in central Shanghai, cycling through a mix of colonial-era buildings and modern skyscrapers. Visit the Bund and admire the contrasting architectural styles.
Bustling Markets and Serene Parks:
Navigate lively markets and tranquil parks, experiencing both the city's vibrant street life and peaceful green spaces.
Cultural Insights and Local Flavors:
Explore the Former French Concession, with its tree-lined avenues and historic mansions. Learn about local customs and Shanghai’s art scene.
Charming Coffee Break:
Take a break at a quaint local café, savoring freshly brewed coffee and pastries. Enjoy a moment of relaxation and engage with fellow travelers.
Hidden Gems and Scenic Routes:
Discover lesser-known neighborhoods and scenic routes, including hidden temples and vibrant street art, revealing Shanghai’s authentic spirit.
Tour Details:
Price: 300RMB/Person
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Difficulty Level: Easy (suitable for everybody)
Inclusions: Professional guide, bike rental
Flexibility: You can either choose to end the tour at the bund or back to meeting point
What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, sunscreen, water bottle, camera
Meeting Point: Central location in Shanghai (details provided upon booking)
Contact: You can add me on wechat 13052007784 or call me directly with the same number to book your tour.
Why Choose This Tour:
Ideal for travelers seeking a unique, active way to explore Shanghai, this tour balances sightseeing, cultural immersion, and relaxation. Suitable for solo travelers, couples, and groups, it promises unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of Shanghai’s heritage and contemporary charm.
Experience the magic of Shanghai on this captivating bike tour with a coffee break, discovering the city one pedal at a time.
2025 Shanghai Pub Crawl (Bar-hopping/night life) - Ongoing! 15-30 ppl per event
Welcome to the Shanghai Pub Crawl! If you're someone who loves trying different drinks, making new friends, and exploring the nightlife of Shanghai, this group is made for you.
**Our Events:** Join us at 9 PM for our exciting pub crawl events that give you a chance to discover the coolest nightlife spots in Shanghai. Here's what you can expect:
* **Free shots** (one free shot at each bar)
* **Free club entry ticket** (usually priced at 100CNY and up)
* Bar-hopping (**3 Bars+1 Club, 4 hours tour**)
* People from all over the world (Usually 15-25 people.)
* Photos for attendees
* Free taxi transfers between bars
Who is this for? Everyone!!! Tourists / Expats / Locals / Students - Whether you're a night owl or just looking to try out different bars, all are welcome to join!
🔴 **Q&A**
1. **Q: Is it suitable for someone going alone?**
**A:** Absolutely! In fact, 90% of our guests come by themselves.
2. **Q: How many people usually join the event?**
**A:** On weekdays, around 15–25 people; on Saturdays, about 15–35 people.
3. **Q: Is there a dress code?**
**A:** No dress code, just avoid wearing flip-flops.
4. **Q: Do I need to bring my passport?**
**A:** No, it’s not necessary.
5. **Q: On which days do events take place?**
**A:** Usually on Thursdays and Saturdays, but please check the schedule on Meetup. Make sure to contact the organizer first, or you might end up at the wrong place.
6. **Q: I don’t drink. Is this event suitable for me?**
**A:** Of course! The event is all about socializing, not getting drunk. But the price is the same, and we can’t replace the free shots with drinks or anything else.
7. **Q: I saw that no one has signed up on the Meetup app. I was wondering if this is common until the day of the event, or if people usually don’t sign up there?**
**A:** There will be enough people for the event, most people just don't sign up here
🔴 **Ticket**:
1. Online: ¥***150 RMB = $ 20*** (https://www.eventbrite.hk/e/4-hour-shanghai-pub-crawl-bar-hoppingnightlife-tour-tickets-1048633911257?aff=meetup0eventinfo)
2. Pay on arrival: ***¥180***
🔴 **Contact**:
(Please be sure to contact the organizer before you come)
WeChat (ID): ***PubCrawl_Shanghai***
WhatsAPP: **8618101241515**
Official website: https://shanghaipubcrawl.com
**🔴** **Meeting location**: We will meet at a bar called “Side Bar,” which you can find on Google Maps.
Chinese address: 上海市 黄浦区 茂名南路 56号 食尚谷1层
**🔴** **As long as the event is listed on Meetup, we will definitely organize it. Most people actually don’t sign up through Meetup**
Jingan gymnasium Friday social badminton event
what is the best way to spend your weekend ? come to join us for badminton to have fun! please prepare racket by yourself , shuttlecock will be provided , add my WeChat : ellenliu12345 to sign up by our WeChat group . 60 RMB for 2 hours , we play double for fun game , 6 people share one court
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Discover Chinese Tea Culture – Join Me for a Tea Farm Tour
👉 **To join:** Please add Daisy on WeChat at **daisy00233**
**We conduct all discussions over WeChat only.**
Hello, my name is Daisy Wen. I studied English Literature as an undergraduate and later completed an LLB with the University of London.
Beyond academics, I have a long-standing fascination with Chinese tea culture. In China, tea is far more than a beverage. It is deeply woven into history, daily life, etiquette, art, and philosophy. Even the Japanese tea ceremony traces its roots back to tea traditions of the Tang Dynasty.
I am beginning to organize small, relaxed visits to tea farms for those who are genuinely curious about tea — how it is grown, harvested, processed, and appreciated.
If you enjoy meaningful cultural experiences and good conversation over a proper cup of tea, I am forming a WeChat group for like-minded friends.
Let us meet for a cuppa and see where the journey takes us.
Saturday Shanghai Board Games in Fudan University Science park
Connect with fun-loving, young-at-heart single players (ages 20–45) at a relaxed, board games-inspired evening.
Talkspace help visitors, international friends, business professionals, and newcomers integrate into local life, explore local culture, and build language and emotional connections.
Talkspace 帮助新到一个城市的旅游者、出差者、工作者能够更加快速的融入到这个新的城市和了解更加地道的当地文化。致力于帮助个人培养语言、沟通能力。建立人与人的语言链接与情感链接空间。
目前我们已经在中国6个城市 组织社群语言活动
🇳🇱🇦🇷🇬🇭🇿🇦🇧🇩🇫🇯🇦🇪🇷🇺🇵🇦🇯🇲🇵🇪🇵🇷🇹🇷🇬🇷🇺🇦🇦🇿
🍹🍻🥤🧉🍹🥤🥂🍇🍒
现场也会有一些零食和水果
There will also be some snacks and fruits available.
🎫:【All Tickets Includes One Drink】
STUDENT学生票¥30 【Show Us your Student Card or ID】
EARLY BIRD早鸟票¥40 = 6$ 【set going On meetup before is early bird 】
REGULAR 预售票¥50 = 7$
AT DOOR现场票¥60 = 8$【At the door buy 】
🍹🍻🥤🧉🍹🥤🥂🍇🍒
📆Saturday 【周六】Fudan Discount ticket特惠¥ 25 only tonight
🟢Talkspace International Students Language Exchange 复旦同济留学生交流会🟢
⏰:19:00-22:00 【Saturday】
🏠: 复旦科技园副楼一楼路演大厅
📍No 11, Guotai Road,Yangpu District, Shanghai
WeChat:17317121983
WhatsApp:+8617317121983
[https://wa.me/8617317121983](https://wa.me/8617317121983)
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmf1TkzZ45SUR2nX8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmf1TkzZ45SUR2nX8)
🇨🇳 Entdecke China - 17 Tage Backpacking Trip durch Zentralchina 🏮
Pack deinen Rucksack und komm mit auf einen Trip durch eines der spektakulärsten Länder der Welt, China 🇨🇳.
Unsere China Backpacking Reise führt uns in 17 Tagen zu einigen der absolut sehenswertesten Highlights in China. Unsere Reise startet in der 3. größten Stadt der Welt, Shanghai, führt uns entlang des Jangtse Rivers immer weiter ins Landesinnere zu einer der spektakulärsten Städte der Welt (Chongqing) und endet mit einem Besuch der jahrtausendealten Terracotta Armee im 2800km entfernten Xi'an.
Unterwegs werden wir auf unserer China Backpacking Reise die krassen Kontraste zwischen super modernen Großstädten, alten kleinen Kanaldörfern und unfassbaren Naturwundern kennenlernen.
Unsere Route: Shanghai 🏙️ -> Xitang 🏮 -> Hangzouh 🚣🏻♀️ -> Nanjing 🏞️ -> Zhangjiajie 🌄-> Chongqing 🏙️ -> Xi'an 🏯✈️
Schau dir alle Details auf [Joinmytrip](https://jmt.li/UHWMed)[ ](https://jmt.li/sR4dnt)an und sichere dir deinen Platz auf dieser einzigartigen China Rundreise.
*Hey!* *Ich bin Timo 👋 Ich reise viel und freue mich immer, neue Leute kennenzulernen. Ich bin ein leidenschaftlicher Frugalist und versuche, ein möglichst nachhaltiges Leben zu führen. 🫶🌏*
*Nach vielen Jahren in Köln, Berlin & Leipzig hat es mich 2024 dauerhaft ins Ausland gezogen. Aus Bangkok heraus bereise ich nun viele Orte und Länder in Südostasien und freue mich wenn ich Travelbuddies finde, die mich auf meinen Reisen begleiten wollen :)*
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ℹ️ OVERVIEW:
**Reisezeitraum:**
**09.05.2026 - 25.05.2026**
**Start**: Shanghai, China
**Ende**: Xi'An, China (Optional auch Ende in Peking)
**Reisteilnehmer:**
Timo - Tripleader 🙋🏼♂🇩🇪
Nenad - Tripmate 🙋🏻🇷🇸
David - Tripmate 🙋🏻🇩🇪
**Tag 1-3: Ankunft in Shanghai** 🏙️🏯
Unsere Reise beginnt in Shanghai, die größte Stadt Chinas und die 3. größte Stadt der Welt. Im Vergleich zu anderen Megastädten in China, verbindet Shanghai die Tradition und Moderne auf faszinierende Weise und ist über viele Jahrzehnte gewachsen. Die Stadt beeindruckt mit ihrer spektakulären Skyline, historischen Vierteln und vielfältigen kulinarischen Angeboten. Die Stadt ist zudem vergleichsweise international, was uns den Einstieg in die chinesische Kultur ein bisschen erleichtert.
**Tag 3-4: Xitang - Kanalstadt mit Flair 🏮**
Von Shanghai geht es am Nachmittag mit dem Bus ins 2h entfernte Xitang. Die Altstadt bietet wunderschön restaurierte Häuser, Brücken und Kanäle die vor allem Abends eine unvergleichbare Stimmung erzeugen. Wir werden hier in einem klassischen Holzhaus übernachten, um die Stadt nach und vor den Tagestouristen in Ruhe genießen zu können und abends ein gemütliches Bier am Kanal trinken zu können.
**Tag 5-7: Hangzhou - Entspannung am Westsee 🚣🏻♀️**
Unser nächster Stopp ist die gesichtsträchtige Provinzhauptstadt Hangzhou. Neben einer schön restaurierten Altstadt und dem berühmten Lingyin Tempel, zieht vor allem der Westsee jährlich zahlreiche Besucher an. Ein Tagesausflug mit dem Fahrrad rund um den Westsee bietet unterwegs auch die Möglichkeit einen Besuch der Longjing Teeplantagen.
**Tag 7-9: Nanjing - die ehemalige Hauptstadt Chinas 🏞️**
Weiter geht es in die noch bedeutendere Stadt Nanjing am Jangtse Fluss. Während der Ming Dynastie war Nanjing das Zentrum Chinas und beeindruckt auch heute noch mit einer der größten Stadtmauern der Welt, alten Tempelanlagen und dem wunderschönen Xuanwuhu Park. Ein riesiger See mit Gärten, Brücken und ruhigen Ufern mit Ausblick auf die riesige historische Stadtmauer.
**Tag 9-12: Zhangjiajie - Aufbruch nach Pandora ⛰️**
In Zhangjiajie erwartet uns eine der spektakulärsten Naturlandschaften dieser Welt. So spektakulär das James Cameron die Felsenlandschaft von Zhangjiajie als Vorlage für seine Avatar Filme nutzte. Wir werden 2 volle Wandertage haben um, die Weiten des riesiegen Nationalparks erkunden zu können und uns von der Schönheit der teilweise 300m hohen freien Felsformationen, in die Welt von Avatar ziehen zu lassen.
**Tag 12-15: Chongqing - Die beeindruckendste Skyline der Welt 🌉**
Auch wenn Chongqing inzwischen kein absoluter Geheimtipp mehr ist, sind ausländische Besucher immer noch die absolute Ausnahme in dieser 22 Millionen Einwohner Stadt. Dabei setzt die Stadt mit Ihrer Geografie, der Architektur, der atemberaubenden Skyline und der scharfen HotPot Küche, selbst für China neue Maßstäbe.
**Tag 15-17: Xi'An - Die Terrakotta Armee 🏺**
Der letzte Stopp unserer China Backpacking Reise führt uns nach Xi'an, eine der ältesten Städte Chinas. Neben der historischen Altstadt ist Xi'An weltweit vor allem für die weltberühmten Terrakotta-Armee bekannt. Die knapp 8000 lebensgroßen Kriegerfiguren aus Ton, sind ein absolutes Highlight und gibt uns nach all den modernen Megacitys nochmal einen tiefen Einblick in die antike chinesische Geschichte.
***Optional: Tag 17-19 - Peking***
Ich werde von Xi'An zurück nach Bangkok fliegen, aber ein Teil der Reisegruppe wird von Xi'An noch weiter nach Peking fahren und nach 2 Tagen von dort zurückfliegen. Gerne unterstütze ich bei der Planung und der Buchung.
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**Was kannst du auf dieser Reise erwarten?**
➕ Entdecke eines der exotischsten Reiseländer dieser Welt 🎒🇨🇳
➕ Perfekter Mix aus modernen Megacitys, Natur, Kultur und traditionellen Dörfern. 🏙️🏛️🏞️
➕ Eine coole Reisegruppe, mit maximal 6 Leuten 👦🏻👩🏽👩🏻👱🏻♀️🧔🏻👧🏾
➕ Erkunde die Koloniale Geschichte Chinas in Shanghai 🏦
➕ Genieße Abends die entspannte Atmosphäre in Xitang 🏮
➕ Alte Geschichte und Kultur in Hangzhou, Nanjing und Xi'An erleben 🏯
➕ Pandora wartet auf dich - bestaune die Avatar Berge von Zhangjiajie 🌄
➕ Staune über die spektakuläre Drohnen & Lichtershow in Chongqing 🎆
➕ Teste die Sichuan Schärfe und stell dich den 8000 Kriegern der Terrakotta Armee 🥷
➕ Genieße echtes chinesisches Streetfood und vegetarisches all you can eat Buffet 🍜
**Was ist im Reisepreis enthalten?**
✅ Alle Transfers (Bus, Metro, Train, Taxi, Föhre)
✅ Alle Hochgeschwindigkeitszüge zwischen den Städten
✅ Unterkünfte (16 Nächte in geteilten Zweibettzimmern)
✅ Eintrittsgeld Propaganda Museum - Shanghai
✅ Organisation Free Walking tour - Shanghai
✅ Eintrittsgeld Stadtmauer - Nanjing
✅ Eintrittsgeld Tempelanlage - Chongqing
✅ 1x Veggi all you can eat buffet - Hangzhou
✅ Kostenlose eSIM card (1GB pro Tag)
✅ Komplette Planung, Organisation und Management (Vor & während der Reise)
✅ 24/7 Customer Service and Support by joinmytrip.com
**Was ist nicht im Reisepreis enthalten?**
❌ Internationale Flüge nach Shanghai und ab Xi'An
❌ Tägliche Verpflegung, Snacks, Essen und Drinks (ca. 5€-15€ pro Tag)
❌ Upgrade auf Einzelzimmer für 15€ pro Nacht (except in Shanghai)
❌ Alle Eintrittsgelder und Gebühren für Attraktionen und Sehenswürdigen die nicht aufgezählt sind (✅)
❌ Alles was sonst nicht explizit aufgelistet wurde oder mit ❌ markiert wurde
**[Reserviere dir jetzt einen Platz auf JoinMyTrip.com](https://jmt.li/UHWMed)**
**oder sende mir eine Meetup Nachricht.**
Nicht die richtige Reise für dich? Dann schau dir jetzt bei Joinmytrip ([https://www.joinmytrip.com/de/profile/wFIDIx3tufX0NcLI2ADGkVG4qzD2#zukuenftige-trips](https://www.joinmytrip.com/de/profile/wFIDIx3tufX0NcLI2ADGkVG4qzD2#zukuenftige-trips)) meine nächsten "MitReiseGelegenheiten" an. ✌︎㋡
Watercolor Painting in Shanghai
Step away from the noise of daily life and immerse yourself in a moment of creativity and calm. "Art & Presence" is more than just a watercolor class—it's a mindful creative experience in the heart of Shanghai.
* 🎨 Guided watercolor techniques (no prior experience needed)
* 🌿 A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
* 🧘 Prompts to help you paint with intention and awareness
* 💬 Friendly conversation and creative community
**What to Bring:**
Just yourself and an open mind.
**Course Details:**
**Time:** Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (1.5 hours per session)
**Class Size:** Small class, maximum 8 students
**Language:** English or French (with Chinese teaching assistant)
**Location:** No. 269 Tongxie Road, Kingboard Square, Changning District, Shanghai (Nearest metro station is Line 2, Songhong Road, exit 5)
**Course Fees:**
* Single class: **450 RMB** (all materials included)
* 10-class package: **4,000 RMB** (all materials included)
**To Register:**
Add WeChat: **cizaiyingyu**
**Who Can Join:**
* 🌟 Absolute beginners who want to experience the joy of watercolor for the first time
* 🎨 Experienced painters who wish to deepen their technique and creative skills
* 👥 Adults and teens (ages 12+)
**What You Will Gain:**
* A systematic, professional approach to watercolor
* A deeper understanding of color, composition, and light
* The ability to keep creating and improving over time
* A focused, healing time you give yourself each week
* New friends who share your love for art and life
Come for the painting, stay for the presence. Let's create something beautiful together.
📍 **RSVP to reserve your spot!**
【Shaolin After Dark】A Kung Fu Experience in the Heart of Shanghai
Step into the spirit of Shaolin with a beginner-friendly, high-energy 1.5 hours Kung Fu experience for international travelers. Learn authentic stances, strikes, kicks, footwork, and Zen breathing. Perfect for first-timers and culture explorers. Sweat, laugh, and leave with photos and an unforgettable story.
## Time & Location
May 09, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM GMT+8
1418 Wu Ding Xi Lu, 1418 Wu Ding Xi Lu, 曹家渡 Jing An Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China, 200042
## About the event
## **Exact Location**
1418 Wuding West Road, Shanghai, China
*(Close to Exit 5, Jiangsu Road Metro Station, Line 11)*
### **HIGHLIGHTS:**
✅ Experience authentic Shaolin Kung Fu culture in an immersive session
✅ Learn meditation, hand techniques, footwork, and kicks
✅ Practice the Shaolin 13-Posture Fist (Shisan Quan)
✅ Enjoy a relaxing tea & fruit break during the session
✅ Interactive Q&A with instructor at the end
### **TRIP INFORMATION:**
**Price:** 349 RMB/person
**Group size:** 6–15 people *(Suitable for ages 4 and above)*
**Meeting Time:** 19:30 *(Check-in & gathering)*
**Location:** 1418 Wuding West Road, Shanghai
**Language:** English
**Duration:** 2.5 hours *(Ends around 21:30)*
### **WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:**
✔️ Professional coach instruction
✔️ Training session
✔️ Basic gear
✔️ Complimentary tea and fruits
✔️ First-aid kit support
### **WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:**
✖️ Personal expenses
### **ITINERARY:**
* 19:30 – Check-in & Gathering
* 19:45 – Shaolin Kung Fu Culture Introduction
* 20:00 – Shaolin Fundamentals *(Meditation, Hand Techniques, Footwork, Kicks)*
* 20:10 – Tea & Fruit Break
* 20:20 – Shaolin 13-Posture Fist (Shisan Quan) Experience
* 20:45 – Q&A & Activity Ends
### **CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY:**
Full prepayment is required.
• Cancel 24+ hours in advance for a full refund
• Same-day cancellations are non-refundable
In the event of cancellation due to low enrollment, venue issues, or force majeure, a full refund will be provided.
The deposit **cannot be redeemed** for another trip if cancelled due to personal reasons.
### **DISCLAIMER:**
1. OKDealTravel is not responsible for unforeseen factors such as weather, temporary closures, or changes caused by force majeure. Scenic conditions may vary and are not guaranteed. Images are for reference only.
2. Availability of facilities may vary depending on the venue.
3. Prices of optional or self-funded activities may change based on local providers.
4. The itinerary may be adjusted due to safety or unforeseen circumstances (e.g. weather, traffic).
5. Room or facility arrangements are subject to availability.
6. Some demonstrations may not be hands-on and are subject to instructor arrangements.
Nature Appreciation Events Near You
Connect with your local Nature Appreciation community
Wild Ohio: The Best of Our Natural Heritage. Jim McCormac
June 17, 2026: Worthington Library. Wild Ohio: The Best of Our Natural Heritage. Jim McCormac. Worthington, Ohio. 7 pm.
Nature Printing with Gelli Plate - $30
Nature Printing with Gelli Plate
Thursday
May 21, 2026
Join local artist Diana Andrews to explore the process of gelli plates. This hands-on, creative experience is suitable for all skill levels, focusing on creating unique monoprints without a traditional printing press. All materials will be provided, but participants are asked to bring additional leaves.
Class Fee - $30
6PM - 8PM
Location: James Bradley Center, Infirmary Mound Park
Register and pay here: [https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/269/May-2026](https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/269/May-2026)
Civic Park Hike
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.
2026 OSU Chadwick Arboretum
Spring Plant Sale and Auction Fundraiser - Columbus
Open to public:
Friday, 5/15/26: 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 5/16/26: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hosted by OSU
The 2026 Chadwick Arboretum
Spring Plant Sale and Auction Fundraiser
Location:
Lawn area south of the Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center
2201 Fred Taylor Dr,
Columbus, OH 43210
Spring Plant Sale
Spring into greenery at Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens! Join us for our annual Spring Plant Sale Fundraiser and dive into a lush world of botanical delights. With over 16,000 fresh, exotic, and time-tested edible and ornamental plants, there's something for every green thumb!
Experience the thrill of our tree and shrub auctions, where you can bid on unique specimens to enhance your garden sanctuary. Step into our Learning Lab, where engaging educational demonstrations on various garden topics will unfold throughout the three-day sale, enriching your knowledge and inspiring your green endeavors. Take part in an exciting, live auction offered each day, as well as a silent auction on Thursday and Friday. Explore vendor booths brimming with gardening essentials and delightful treasures. And while you shop 'til you drop, indulge in delectable treats from a delicious, local food truck. Proceeds from this event go directly to The Ohio State Chadwick Arboretum, student organizations, and local businesses alike.
Come one, come all! Let's cultivate a brighter, greener future together.
Credit/debit cards only.
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (2nd Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
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Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'!
Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life.
Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio.
Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision.
Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge.
Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).
🌱 Wild Ones Columbus Annual Native Plant Sale
Wild Ones Columbus Annual Native Plant Sale
Saturday, May 23th, 2026
9:00 am to 1:00 pm (Eastern Time)
Overbrook Presbyterian Church Parking Lot, 4131 N High St, Columbus, OH, 43214
Public Welcome, Family-Friendly Free Event
A wide variety of native flowering plants, grasses, shrubs, and trees will be available from Wild Ones Columbus and local vendors Natives in Harmony, Leaves for Wildlife, and Scioto Gardens.
Wild Ones will publish a list of plants that will be available at this year's sale closer to the event date.
Be sure to stop by! Show up anytime!
Ticks in Licking County, Diseases and Prevention - Hebron Library - Free
The number of ticks and tick diseases in Ohio have quickly multiplied over the last 10 years. Dean Kreager discusses tick species, tick pathogens, tick-borne diseases, tick bite prevention, and proper tick removal. Kreager is an Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with OSU Extension in Licking County
* Lakewood Public Library (in Hebron)- May 26 at 7pm [https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/tick-talk-29621](https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/tick-talk-29621)
* Johnstown public library at 7:00 pm June 8
[https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/ctick-talk-29622](https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/ctick-talk-29622)
Free to attend, no RSVP needed





















