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Hi All, I am Lawrence, Certified Animal Flow Level III iinstructor and Certified Personal Trainer from A.C.E.
Animal Flow is ground based movement. This system is designed to improve strength, power, flexibility, mobility, and coordination for all levels of fitness enthusiasts.
During this class I will introduce you to different animal flow movements, through these movements, we workout, stretch and create our flow together. A good way to enjoy this beautiful weather and understand our body.
Class Fee:150 per person
Please feel Free to Message me for any questions.
你好 我係Lawrence , Level 3 Animal Flow 同埋私人教練
可能好多人對動物流依個運動系統都好陌生，其實佢融入左好多模仿動物同埋唔同類型運動既動作，通過練習依啲動作，可以改善我地既力量，耐力，柔軟度，協調，穩定性等等。而且所有動作有各式既演變，適合不同程度既參與者！同埋最有趣既地方，就係好大既自由度，可以將各樣動作串連而成為一個好似舞蹈或者表演。
係班上，我會教大家各式既相關動作，無論你想鍛鍊或者伸展，都可以搵到適合你既野。一齊黎係陽光下既户外一齊玩啦！
費用:每堂150元
歡迎聯絡查詢。

Let’s play with colours this time. Treat the colour as subject or splash some colours around the subject you choose to shoot. For a keen eye, the opportunities are abundant on the street. Capture emotions of single or multicolours… look for colours around things, people, storytelling, or even go abstract… Have a look at some pictures on the theme in this event’ album below. **Meeting Time & Place:** **4pm** at **Central MTR Station Exit K** (street level) We will meet at **Central MTR Station Exit K (street level)** at **4pm,** move around the Central area taking pictures, and then regroup for a drink, socialising and photo sharing **5:30pm** at **The China Bar** (Ho Lee Commercial Building, 44 D'Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong, Central). Please post **YOUR BEST FIVE IMAGES** only for this outing on the meetup site. **FINALLY:** For every image you post, please comment on at least one other image, no matter if you think you are qualified to comment or not. You can always give some constructive comments with regard to Colour, Tone, Light, Action, Pattern, Balance, Composition, Visual and Emotional appeal of the image/s. This group is about sharing and learning from each other.

When learning statistics, one of the most fundamental yet usually grossed over concepts is that of **variance** (i.e. the square of the standard deviation in normal distribution). As we know, virtually all statistical operations which measure deviations of individual values from the norm involve adding the **SQUARED differences between the two numbers**. However, very few instructors could explain why we have to use squares rather than just the absolute values of the difference (or other even powers such as 4, if the intention is to avoid the negatives). This tutorial shall cover this in a convincing manner. Secondly, while we all know the variance of a SAMPLE is arrived by dividing (n-1) of the sum of squared differences, where n is the number of observations, few can articulate the rationale behind it. This tutorial shall also prove step by step why this is case, so after this you could appreciate the logic behind this ingenious insight instead of just reciting it like a medieval myth.

To enjoy this hike-swim event in safety, we’ll take boat from Pak Sha Wan Pier in Sai Kung to secluded nature Pak Shui Wun(白水碗) , then we trek to turquoise Campsite Beach(露營灣) for swimming. Let’s explore WWII anti-invasion Pillbox機槍堡 (PB)107 & 108 if possible. As they are hidden at the coast of Chuk Kok opposite to sea of Trio Bay, it means no shop or any replenishment support. **Be fully equipped** with hike & swim gear *under the heat*. According to a study on the relics of the territory’s pillboxes (PBs) by The University of Hong Kong, “Hong Kong’s PBs are internationally significant due to their unique designs, and the accumulation of scientific knowledge about them, particularly in oral history, mapping, photography, and surveying. " "They also hold value in academic and professional domains including dissemination, appreciation, and curatorship. Compared to other places, such as Singapore, **Hong Kong’s work in this field is more advanced**.” Please bring two litres of sports drinks & your lunch box with snacks. No store or any replenishment support there. Sandals or anti-slippery swim shoes will be useful if you wet your hiking shoes during a little coasteering. There is **NO** **lifeguard** in Campsite Beach, ***swimming is for experienced swimmers* only.** Bring an umbrella or light tent for sheltering, if you just want to enjoy the rest on the sand! By 5pm, we will take the booked boat back to either Pak Sha Wan Pier or Sai Kung Pier. Please prepare at least $60-$120 cash for two-way tickets.Let’s have dinner afterwards(cash $230+).🍺🍹 First-time participant please answer all questions posted when you make RSVP. **Meeting** **Date:** Sunday 31 May, 2026 **Time**: 1pm **PROMPT** **Gather at**: **Minibus** **Terminal chairs** opposite to **CIRCLE K** convenience store, Sai Kung **Event Ratings:** Speed: 2/5 Hike Length: 3-5km (depends our team chemistry & the weather) Difficulties: 2.7+(adding the heat)/5 **WHAT TO BRING** 1\. A 😃 2\. Hat\, sunblock\, sunglasses and umbrella \(flippers & swim stuff if you swim\) 3\. At least 2 litre of energy drinks & electrolyte chews 4\. Proper clothing & shoes catering for the above\-mentioned event 5\. Hiking/sports backpack\, no shopping bag please 6\. Poles & **hiking gloves** 7\. Sweat cloth for replacement 8\. portable ice to cool down **IMPORTANT INFORMATION** 1/ Please be punctual 2/ Please wear sports attire catering for the event 3/ No radios, No guests **OTHER INFORMATION** 1.“No Shows” especially last-minute absence without a head up will be recorded. 2\. Habitual “No Shows” will be removed from the group\. 3\. Be responsible\, please update your RSVP at least 4 hours prior to the activity if you can’t make it\. If it is an hour or less before the event\, please call our Host\. ***Disclaimer:*** *Hong Kong Healthy Outings organizes events on an amateur basis. By joining the events, all participants are deemed to have read and understood the activity description, to have determined that they are of a suitable fitness level to undertake the events, and to have agreed to exonerate the leaders, the organizers and any other participants in the walks from any liabilities or claims, including but not limited to liabilities and claims as a result of any injuries or deaths or damages arising therefrom.*

恆常玩pickleball活動，不定期開場，target每場6-8人攤分場錢，人均低至$50/2hrs，包球拍租借，有興趣入嚟先😁 報名方法: **如果你想更深入了解其他會員/優先獲得活動名額及資訊，歡迎填妥[簡單表格](https://forms.gle/VuduPPGrMwCFiY2S9)加入Whatsapp會員限定群組，連結：** https://forms.gle/VuduPPGrMwCFiY2S9 本群（Fun & Positive Hong Kong X L&G）旨在協助大家輕鬆快樂交友，排憂解難，擴闊社交圈子，成為大家繁忙生活中嘅一片可以抖下氣嘅綠洲😉大家等緊你呀！～🤗🥳😉👍 **Your Pal,** **Fun & Positive Hong Kong X L&G Admin Team🥳😎**

Hello HnT Crew! We're taking our hike to Ma Shi Chau for an awesome geological journey back in Time! ☀️ Length: ~4.5 km (Out-and-back) Difficulty: Easy (Mostly flat coastal trail, but requires careful footing) Time: 2 - 3 hours (Will vary on everyone's pace and how much we stop to look at rocks!) Supply: No supply stations along the nature trail; please stock up at Sam Mun Tsai before we head out. Elevation Gain: Minimal (~40 m total) Distance Posts: Ma Shi Chau Nature Trail posts C5101 to C5112 ⚠️ Important Notice: Punctuality & Waiting Policy Please make every effort to arrive on time so we can keep the event running smoothly for everyone. ⏱️ 10-Minute Grace Period: Organizers will only wait a maximum of 10 minutes past the scheduled start time. If you are running late and we have not received a response or update from you, we will have to proceed without you. ✅ Reminders: Check the Tide Table: The tombolo (sandbar) connecting Sam Mun Tsai to Ma Shi Chau is submerged at high tide! We have timed this perfectly, but keeping an eye on the water level is mandatory. ✅ Bring at least 1.5L of water ✅ Wear proper hiking shoes (coastal rocks can be sharp, slippery, and covered in mud/barnacles) ✅ Light snacks ✅ Sun protection (the coastline is highly exposed with very little shade) ✅ Lastly, good vibes! Additional Notes: 📝 Digital Sign-off: There will be a digital sign-off sheet acknowledging that the organizers are not responsible for any injuries sustained during the hike. ✊ Respect the Site: Ma Shi Chau is a protected Special Area and a UNESCO Global Geopark. Strictly no picking up or taking any rocks, fossils, or shells. Leave only footprints! 🩹 Safety First: First Aid is covered! Let's head out and explore some of Hong Kong's oldest sedimentary rocks and stunning Tolo Harbour views! See you there!

大家好, 我們誠摯地邀請大家來參加我們的聚會。請大家各自帶一本最近閱讀的書 (中英文也可以, 我們建議文學)，分享您對這本書的想法和感受。這將是一個輕鬆愉快的環境，讓我們一起交流和啟發。 費用: 免費 聚會地址是：上環文咸西街44-46號903室 Whatsapp booking: 4449 0049 Website: https://midnightbliss-studio.com/ IG: midnight_bliss_studio 期待與大家見面。 祝好, Cultural Hub We sincerely invite you to our book club. Please bring a book you've recently read (in Chinese or English, it's fine but we prefer literature), and share your thoughts and feelings about it. This will be a relaxed and enjoyable environment for us to exchange ideas and inspire each other. Fee: Free RSVP Whatsapp booking: 4449 0049 Location: Suite 903, 44-46 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan

We will meet at the Kennedy Town MTR Exit C and explore one of the most "Instagramable" neighborhoods on Hong Kong Island. Locations we may be photographing are the Playground basketball court, New Praya Waterfront and Forbes Street Babyan Wall. Any kind of camera, video, or phone, and any skill level is fine for this event. We may be including each other in our photos, so dress as you would like to be photographed. Members volunteering to model will be especially appreciated! This event is free, and no limit on number participating. Please do RSVP here if you plan on joining, and check back here before the day ofthe event incase there may be changes.

**Total beginners** **welcome!** A whole new movement, fitness & self defense cultural activity **outdoors!** Structured progressive practices for **Strength**, **Flexibility,** **Coordination** & **Self Defense** skills in a fun group environment! Totally NOT what you expect, **serious cardio**, **whole body movement** & **practical!** You will really be surprised by what WE do but even more by what YOU can do! Nothing like what you imagine about Kung Fu, No screaming, No rigidness, No mysticism & No getting hit… but YES, definitely a fun workout with great people! **Curious?** To get an ideal of what class is like, hear instructor & hear student testimonials go to [https://www.instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu](https://www.instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu) **FEE:** 1st time TRIAL fee of $100 HKD for residents. Please RSVP here or Whatsapp me. Non-Resident $150 HKD. After trial 10 class package is $1500 HKD or $200 HKD single class. **WEAR:** Workout clothing, sports shoes & bring bottle of water! **WHEN:** Sunday 5:45 pm NEW people, 6 pm students. Please be on time, warm up very important for your 1st class! **WHERE:** Inside Kowloon Park. Meet at McDonalds across from Indoor Swimming Pool entrance, next to Sports Center. MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, or Austin. Link below: [Kowloon Park Swimming Pool](https://maps.apple.com/?address=22%20Austin%20Rd,%20Tsim%20Sha%20Tsui,%20Kowloon,%20Hong%20Kong%20SAR,%20China&auid=15054175802527892571&ll=22.301815,114.170365&lsp=9902&q=Kowloon%20Park%20Swimming%20Pool&_ext=CjIKBAgEEAUKBAgFEAMKBQgGEKcBCgQIChAACgQIUhADCgQIVRAQCgQIWRADCgUIpAEQARIkKSODum0jNjZAMWByPQiohFxAORGqqD1gZDZAQaw+9nwmkVxA&t=m) **WHY:** Out of shape? Gym BORING? More? You want to exercise & have fun building strength, flexibility, coordination & self-defense skills while cultivating patience, focus, confidence & yes… discipline! **HOW:** To get in touch with me, Whatsapp .9420.0360. or email through Meetup. For more info about my art, please visit NaturalStyleKungfu.com. **\- Book a Private 1\-on\-1 Kungfu Class\!** Learn at your own pace & prepare for later group classes, choose the day & time suitable to you! Private Class in Kowloon Park: 1.5 Hours $500, other locations $900 **-**

Reading is important because it develops your mind and gives you excessive knowledge and lessons of life. 開卷有益！大家最近有冇讀到一啲好書呢？不如出黎分享下讀書心得呀？參加呢個讀書活動，分享好書，分享喜悅。😊 有興趣參加可以WhatsApp我：95182994

Difficult level: 3.5 stars We'll rent bikes in a bike shop and please go there directly. 大家樂單車店 元朗鳳攸北街9A號昌威大廈 (元朗地鐵c出口直行出天橋搭電梯落最快) 9184 6881 You must be confident in biking on roads with some cars and can go up and down gentle slopes to join this biking trip. You need also to be able to bike at 15 Km/hr at flat road. There are some gentle uphill slope in the trip. This is a biking tour mainly on roads with some cars passing. We'll see rivers, fishponds, farms, villages, and beaches along the way. Some roads are not paved and not good for road bikes. Yuen Long has the biggest farmlands and villages areas in Hong Kong. It's easy to visit these country areas on bicycles. In the farmland, some country lanes are narrow and winding, so you need to be good in controlling your bike. Total biking distance is about 60 Km. Most of the roads are flat and well paved. We'll first visit the fish ponds in North West Yuen Long near the coast （尖鼻咀,大井圍) in the morning and after lunch we'll visit Lau Fau Shan(流浮山) and Ha Pak Nai (下白泥) We'll have lunch in a village restaurant. \*You can rent bikes at about $50 one day or bring your own bike, but road bikes not suitable for this trip. * Wear a helmet and gloves, bring a hat, sunscreen and mosquito repellent. Wear long pants too to protect you from insect bites. You can also rent a helmet at the rental shop at $10. If you bring your bike, please also bring a spare tire. \*For this biking trip, every member need join need to agree to the following: DISCLAIMER By joining the events of “Biking Swimming Camping Fun”, all participants are deemed to have agreed to exonerate the leaders, the organizers and any other participants in the events from any liabilities, claims, including but not limited to liabilities and claims as a result of any injuries or deaths or damages or penalties arising thereof. Those joining the events are at their own choosing and at their own risk.

Join us for a fun and fitness-focused doubles badminton session at Kowloon (TST) Badminton Meetup. Whether you're a beginner looking to improve your skills or a seasoned player seeking some friendly competition, this event is perfect for everyone. Our meetups are designed to combine exercise and recreational sports in a social and engaging environment. Don't worry if you're new to the sport, as our sessions are coached to help you enhance your badminton techniques while having a great time with fellow sports enthusiasts. Meet new friends, improve your game, and stay active on Sunday mornings with us. Come down to the court, unleash your competitive spirit, and enjoy a morning of exciting badminton matches interspersed with friendly banter and sports socials. Cancellation details: The cancellation deadline is 48 hours prior to the start time of the game for weekdays and Wednesday for weekend games. No show or drop out without payment or delayed payment results in a permanent ban. WhatsApp the organizer at 57197742 to confirm your spot. Thanks https://wa.me/85257197742?text=Join%20sports We don't count RSVP for attendance; WhatsApp reservations only. Address-Harbour Road Sports Center - Arena, 27 Harbour Road, HK Time - 10:00 am Event fees - 60$ per person Join our badminton WhatsApp group for future event updates.WhatsApp me at 5 7 1 9 7 7 4 2 to join https://wa.me/85257197742?text=Join%20badminton%20group

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

Granville Land Lab 2025 Burg Street | Granville MEADOWS FOR MONARCHS PROJECT Learning Landscapes Tour + Community Science at the Land Lab Wednesday, July 1, 2026 9 a.m. - 12 noon: Program 12- 12:30: picnic lunch *meet at shelter house near Granville Intermediate School playground* Free. Registration Required so we know to expect you,[ click here https://www.lickingpollinatorpathway.org/land-lab-tour](https://www.lickingpollinatorpathway.org/land-lab-tour) Want to make your own wildflower meadow? Residents of licking county can sign up for this free program to receive free seed and training https://www.lickingpollinatorpathway.org/meadows **ABOUT THE EVENT** Join Pollinator Pathway for a morning at the Land Lab, a ~100-acre prairie and outdoor learning space just steps from Granville Intermediate School. This event explores how schools and other campuses can create living classrooms and contribute to community science. * **Tour the Land Lab:** Award-winning environmental science educator Jim Reding will lead guided tours through prairie, wetlands and other restored habitat, sharing the story behind this nationally-recognized space and the students and partnerships who helped make it happen. * **Contribute to Community Science with iNaturalist App:** Learn to identify and document plants, pollinators and other wildlife using iNaturalist. Dr. Karen Goodell, professor of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology at The Ohio State University at Newark and one of Ohio's foremost experts on native bees will share how to use this powerful tool to learn about the natural world while contributing to scientific research. * **Connect & Collaborate:** The morning program concludes with an optional BYO picnic lunch and networking at the Land Lab shelter house, overlooking the prairie. **🌸Anyone passionate about conservation and outdoor learning is welcome🌸** **WHAT TO BRING, WEAR & PREPARE** * **Download the iNaturalist app (the new one vs. the "classic" one) & create an account prior to the event if you don't have one already.** * **Sunscreen** * **Water bottle** * **Insect repellent** * **Hat** * **Comfortable closed-toe shoes suitable for uneven terrain** * **Light-colored clothing.** * **Long pants and socks are encouraged.** * **Please bring a reusable water bottle** * **Packed/picnic lunch.** **Picnic table seating will be available at the shelter house overlooking the Land Lab**

Hosted by Licking County Soil and Water Conservation District **Stream Team Sampling Events** Are you interested in the health of local rivers and streams? You can join the Licking County Soil and Water in a Stream Team assessment. These events are a night filled will fun in the water. We look at habitat, biology, and chemical parameters in waterways that indicate how healthy our water is! We would love to see you at one of these events! Family friendly. Free to attend. June Wildwood Park, Granville Where: 785 W Broadway, Granville, OH 43023 Date: 6/11/2026 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 P.M. July Velvet Ice Cream, Ye Olde Mill Where:11324 Mount Vernon Rd, Utica, OH 43080 Date: 7/9/2026 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 P.M.

June 17, 2026: Worthington Library. Wild Ohio: The Best of Our Natural Heritage. Jim McCormac. Worthington, Ohio. 7 pm.

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

Garden to the Max Join the Inniswood Garden Society for their annual meeting and garden reception. Featured speaker, Teresa Woodard, will discuss maximalist gardening Having a maximalist garden is a bold aesthetic choice—yet it also brings vitality back to the earth, in an abundant expression of more. Garden to the Max celebrates gardens across the US that embrace maximalism through joy and wonder, nonstop blooms, and abundant layers 06/07/2026 Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Days: Sun Inniswood Metro Gardens 940 S Hempstead Rd Westerville, OH, 43081 (614)508-8111 Location Map: Innis House.