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————————————— **Whatsapp group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BinHaE79kQM1wBPY1icm8g](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BinHaE79kQM1wBPY1icm8g) **We will be at Oasis on G/F, nearby the tea house. As we’ll need to find the table available, you may join the whatsapp group or simply call 91796157 when you are over there** SEATS ARE LIMITED, you are encouraged to walk around and find your partners! If you need any help, just ask me to introduce you into the right group ————————————— Join us for a fun evening of language exchange and socializing with international friends. Whether you're a local looking to practice a new language or an exchange student wanting to meet new people, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant environment **Why we host the event in Central Market?** In 1990, the Central Market building was graded as a Grade III historic building by the Antiquities Advisory Board. After multiple rounds of study and consultation, the revitalization project for the Central Market building began in October 2017. Upon completion, a portion of the market stalls will be preserved. the Central Market's historical significance makes it an attractive venue for hosting various types of events that can celebrate Hong Kong's rich heritage and cultural identity. Please grab a dink and enjoy! **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*Please support and buy some foods or drink in Central market\*\*\*\*\*\*\***

Date: 13 February 2026 (Fri) Time: 19:20 - 21:00 \*HKT Coordinator: Alex Au Light Refreshments will be available! Please also tell us whether or not you will join our pizza night 🍕! **Please fill in the form for admission**: https://forms.gle/r8zHKak5cnZxpQ1V9 **Topics:** **Taming Regression – Real-World PyTest (Alex Au)** * Learn to write tests that *catch real issues*, not just satisfy mocks. * Learn how to *design-for-testability* and why "integration is truth" * VCR proxy pattern, Environment State management (freezing time & hacking DNS!) and AI-driven spec development **Long Term Memory for Google ADK Agents (Tarun Jain)** * Learn why Long Term memory of Agentic Workflow is needed * *Knowledge-graph-based memory* (using Cognee), *multi-hop reasoning* and *temporal state* tracking * Short demo using Google ADK, Cognee and Qdrant **Capacity:** 80 **Venue Info:** Ariel Wang Classroom (Room P4701), Yeung Kin Man Academic Building, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon Tong **Rundown:** * 19:20 - 19:30 Opening Remarks / Upcoming Events * 19:30 - 20:00 Taming Regression – Real-World PyTest (Alex Au) * 20:00 - 20:10 Break & Networking * 20:10 - 20:50 Long-Term Memory for Google ADK Agents (Tarun Jain) * 20:50 - 21:00 Closing & Pizza Night **Speakers Bio:** **Alex Au** Alex is a Cloud Platform Engineer with experience in backend development and machine learning systems. He works on AI and cloud-native platforms and contributes to open-source projects. Alex is active in the Hong Kong Python community (coordinating meetups & PyCon HK) and is passionate about writing robust, testable code and efficient system designs. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-au-cloudeng **Tarun Jain** Tarun is a Founding Engineer, and Content Creator at AI with Tarun. He is also a Google Developer Expert AI. He was a maintainer to open source AI projects like OpenAGI and BeyondLLM and has spoken at international conferences. Tarun enjoys building intelligent systems, knowledge graphs, and long term memory solutions for AI agents. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaintarun75/ **Audience pre-requisite:** * Recommended having intermediate-level knowledge about Python (1 or more year of experience) **How to join?** * Fill in the form for admission: https://forms.gle/r8zHKak5cnZxpQ1V9 * Click "Attend" in this page

**Date**: June 17 – 20, 2026 **Venue**: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles **Event** **website**: https://vivatech.com/ We're excited to showcase Hong Kong’s vibrant startup and tech ecosystem at **VivaTech 2026** in Paris, Europe’s Biggest Startup & Tech Event in **17-20 June 2026**! VivaTech is Europe's largest startup and technology event accelerating corporate innovation, attracted more than 180,000+ visitors, 14,000+ global startups, 7500+ international corporates & investors. The theme of this year lay on **AI & Robotics, Green & Energy, Digital Health, and Creative Technologies,** to foster collaborative business transformation. Be part of this incredible opportunity to **connect**, **innovate** and **accelerate** business on a global stage! 🚀 Connect with global investors 🌍 Meet Europe’s top corporates 🎤 Pitch. Showcase. Scale. 🌟 Represent Hong Kong innovation in Paris [>> Express Your Interest Now <<](https://hkstp.wufoo.com/forms/p1l1lidt199gmf9/) \*Shortlisted Companies will be notified on/ before Feb 13 Enquiries: mandy.lau@hkstp.org and roanne.mirador@hkstp.org **⚠️ Important registration notice** RSVPing on our platform does **not** register you for the event. To secure your place, please register via the above link.

Join us for a fun and fitness-focused Sunday morning 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- Queen Elizabeth Stadium - Multi-purpose Hall, 18, Oi Kwan Road, Wan Chai, HK Time - 7:00 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

Passion for badminton (LI event) 馬仔坑體育館 (7-10am Feb14) Let's explore our passion about early badminton! Venue: Ma Chai Hang Sports Centre Time: 7-8am - Court 1, 2 8-9am - Court 1, 2 9-10am - Court 1, 2 Feb 14 (Sat) People: 12 Fee: $65 (FPS/HSBC PayMe App Welcome) First time joiner, please PM me your contact details.

This is a paid event for all fitness levels - Accept payme or FPS . Please only attend after receiving my whatsapp confirmation. the event is not on when the minimum number of 3 is not attained ) （這是一項適合所有健身水平的付費活動 - 接受 payme 或 FPS 請whatsapp 我以確認活動會進行。） Whether you are new to Hyrox race ,want to improve your Hyrox time, or simply want to burn fat, improve your cardio conditioning. This event is for you . 無論您是 Hyrox 比賽的新手，想要提高您的 Hyrox 時間，還是只是想燃燒脂肪，改善您的心肺功能。 這個活動適合你。 The training include some runnings mix with intense circuit training which focus on training your cardio capacity, musclar endurance ,strength and power and your ability to run under fatigue (compromised running) which is what Hyrox is all about. 訓練包括一些跑步與高強度的循環訓練相結合，重點是訓練您的心肺功能、肌肉耐力、肌力和力量以及您在疲勞狀態下跑步的能力，這正是 Hyrox 比賽的體能要求所需。 The group class is led by Hyrox Hong Kong officially certified Hyrox Group trainer and himself has multiple Hyrox races experience and has been training under world-class hyrox coaches. 團體訓練班由Hyrox香港官方認證Hyrox團訓教練領導，他本人擁有多場Hyrox賽事經驗，並一直在世界級的hyrox教練的指導下訓練。 whatsapp Myles 95136748 or instagram :Myleslau_fitness for more details) 只需200港幣即可加入我們！ （第一次試堂），隨後套餐費從200到250不等，請whatsapp Myles 95136748 或 instagram :Myleslau_fitness 了解更多詳情） Location is right at Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park, near the fountain and the habour. Spacious with nice habour breeze and view . In case it rains we will train under nearby covered area. 地點就在孫中山紀念公園，靠近噴泉和海旁。寬敞，有清涼的海風和宜人風景。如果下雨，我們將在附近有遮蓋的區域下進行訓練。

森林浴之旅 一場重新感受大自然的旅程 兩個半小時的行程中 我會為你打開一扇通往大自然的門 我們用不同的感官重新發掘大自然的可能性 聆聽大自然 與身邊的人分享 亦是一個和自己內在相處的時間 時間:3-530pm 地點:龍虎山郊野公園 價錢:300元 請私訊本頁報名安排付款以作確認 當天需要步行一小段路 而需要攜帶的物品或更多詳細資料 會於活動前再作通知。謝謝 希望有緣 山上見 活動內容簡介 森林浴的概念是鼓勵人們以身心靈放鬆和沉浸的方式，感受和接觸自然。 透過慢步、呼吸、觀察和五感體驗感知森林的聲音、光線、味道和質感等，來促進健康、增強幸福感和減少壓力。而森林本身亦擁有美好物質，例如芬多精 對人體免疫系統神學系統有正面幫助。 ANFT 的森林浴並非只是單純的散步，而是一種深入的自然療法實踐。導師會引導參與者進行一系列的感官活化活動，如深度聆聽、呼吸、靜觀、慢遊、品茶和分享等。透過這個過程，參與者能更加深地連結自然，從而達到身心的治愈與恢復。 此外，ANFT 的森林浴也著重於社群的互動與連結。它認為，在大自然的環境下分享經驗和情感，能夠增進人與人之間的關係，並在集體層面上創造更深的社區聯繫。 所以總括而言 森林浴是一場連接自己感受、享受與身邊朋友分享聆聽、重新與大自然萬物接觸相處既旅程同時放慢節奏前行亦不帶任何宗教信仰背景 適合不同年齡背景朋友參與 Forest Bathing Journey A journey to reconnect with nature During the two-and-a-half-hour journey I will open a door to nature for you Let's rediscover the possibilities of nature using different senses Listen to nature and share with those around you It's also a time to be with your inner self Time: 3-530pm Location: Lung Fu Shan Country Park Price: 300 HKD Please message this page to arrange payment and confirm registration You will need to walk a short distance on the day More details and items to bring will be notified before the event. Thank you Hope to see you on the mountain Overview Forest bathing is a concept that encourages people to feel and connect with nature by relaxing and immersing themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually. By walking slowly, breathing, observing, and using the five senses to perceive the sounds, light, taste, and textures of the forest, it promotes health, enhances well-being, and reduces stress. The forest itself possesses wonderful substances, such as phytoncides, which positively benefit the human immune and neurological systems. ANFT's forest bathing is not just simple strolling, but a deep natural therapy practice. The guide will lead participants through a series of sensory activation activities, such as deep listening, breathing, mindfulness, slow movements, tea tasting, and sharing. Through this process, participants can connect with nature more deeply, achieving healing and recovery of body and mind. Additionally, ANFT's forest bathing emphasizes community interaction and connection. It believes that sharing experiences and emotions in a natural environment can enhance relationships between people and create deeper community bonds on a collective level. In summary, forest bathing is a journey to connect with your feelings, enjoy and share with friends around you, and re-engage with the myriad elements of nature. It is a journey to slow down without any religious background, suitable for friends of different ages and backgrounds to participate.

🧧年廿八遊年宵活動🧧 
《多才多藝大組》活動 
[1502 年廿八團年飯遊年宵活動]🧧🍽️ 
日期：2月15日(日/年廿八) 
時間：1900 地點：cwb天天/維園 費用：約$500以下 Host：CC 
⭐️節目行程內容⭐️
(Part A.天天海南雞團年飯）🍽️
時間：1900-2115
消費：大約$350
訂位：4人以上 event fee：每位$10 
(Part B.遊維園年宵花市)
時間：2130-2300
消費：自定消費力 
⚠️溫馨提示：～
1.歡迎成員邀請朋友參加
2.參加活動成員，必須要留whatsapp號碼聯絡，否則一律轉為waiting list;
不歡迎臨時消失飛機友，當成員參加活動組後，要缺席必須要2天前通知，方便host向餐廳更正人數，請自動自覺退組，在meetup轉“not-going。
3.若發現成員經常性臨時飛機友，會列入黑名單，望成員尊重自己，尊重本組活動。 {參考資料} 天天海南雞飯 (銅鑼灣) 網上訂座享特別優惠兼賺Rice Dollars 網址: https://s.openrice.com/QrbS0KPy400~uAyTUAw 地址: 香港銅鑼灣京士頓街9號Fashion Walk地下H2號舖 電話: +852 31082181 維園花市年宵： https://hk.ulifestyle.com.hk/activity/detail/20086958?utm_source=app_share&utm_medium=share ==========================

* **Date & Time**: 15 Feb, Sunday – Meet at 9:30 AM for the hike; dim sum lunch starts around 12PM * **Overall duration**: hike and chill: 1.5hours + dim sum: 1.5 hour + street food tasting 0.5 hour = around 3.5 hours * **Meeting Point & Venue**: \- Reachable by MTR easily in Hong Kong Island\. \- a less touristic viewing point with spectacular urban and coastal views \- The dim sum restaurant was opened in 1978 with traditional authentic dim sum options \*Detail will be shared in Whatsapp after RSVP and payment * **Hike Details**: Easy with steps. Around 30-minute trail to hike to the view point and half an hour to return — gentle paths with unbeatable city and sea vistas. A little bit of natural environment. Suitable for all fitness levels; bring water, sunscreen, and comfy shoes. * **Cost:** HK$160 including hiking tour + local area exploration + one type of street food (Excluding Dimsum lunch \~around HK$100 per person, pay as you eat — family-style sharing) *\- PAYMENT* : Please provide the payment slip of FPS or Payme to 55073213 to secure your place. Payme : [https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam](https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam) * **Dim Sum Highlights**: Beside the typical dim sum, there are a few rare traditional dim sum and dishes such as crispy fried chicken, scrambled egg white with milk, sugar egg puff doughnuts etc. * **Vibe**: Relaxed and social, blending outdoor fun with culinary delight. Ideal for expats, and locals to connect over nature and food **Why Join?** Beside the famous Victoria Peak, it is a less touristic viewing point with spectacular urban and coastal views without long trek. Pair it with dim sum in restaurant opened in 1978 with traditional dishes. This combo is the ultimate way to experience the city's blend of nature and culture! **Hey hikers, foodies, expats, locals, and adventure seekers!** Lace up your shoes for a quick, rewarding morning hike at a mountain near Eastern of HK, followed by a delicious dim sum lunch. This easy trail offers breath-taking panoramic views of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the harbour—all in under 30 minutes of hiking. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a low-effort outing with high rewards. We'll wrap up with steaming baskets of dim sum classics to refuel and chat. #HongKongHikes #EasyHiking #SpectacularViews #HKEats #DimSumLovers #HongKongOutdoors #ExpatAdventures #LocalExperiences #FoodieHike **Photo Consent Notice**: By joining, you consent to photos/videos from the event being used for future promotions. If you'd rather opt out, just let me know!

Join us for a fun-filled Year-End Picnic Party! Celebrate the closing of the year with good food, great company, and lots of laughter. It's the perfect opportunity to relax outdoors, enjoy delicious snacks, and meet new friends from all walks of life. Bring your cheerful spirit as we make unforgettable memories together.

We are recruiting new group leaders for virtual men's groups! Our primary groups are outdoor movement groups, but we are launching virtual groups for the state of Ohio and beyond and the groups will move outside in the spring, creating room for men's groups, women's groups and coed groups all over the country. Read below to learn about our groups and click the links at the bottom to apply. ### **What is an Outdoor Empowerment Group?** Our Outdoor Movement & Community Empowerment Groups are simple, guided experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, themselves, and others. We combine some form of movement (hike, walk, run, bike, yoga, workout) and meaningful conversation within a simple community circle to create a space where individuals can support each other while prioritizing mental and physical well-being. Whether you’re seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment. ## **Why Join?** * **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** – Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance. * **Feel Less Alone** – Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space. * **Gain Clarity & Perspective** – Step outside daily routines and into a space designed for personal growth and reflection. ## **The Ideal Group Leader** The ideal group leader * Has a born-in passion for mental health, movement, connecting with nature and building community. * Has 5 extra hours per week to dedicate to a meaningful cause for at least one year. Yes, you can leave any organization at any time and we can also ask you to leave, but we are building with legacy in mind and we need people who can commit and be ALL IN on this mission to build with us. * Is independently financially stable with the ability to volunteer with no expectation of pay. This is a deeply beautiful journey of service that all participants commit to at Speak Your Mind. * An ability to manage groups with high emotional intelligence and desire for human connection. * An ability to self-motivate and market/promote their group on Facebook and other social platforms. * Nature informed therapy or clinical therapists/psychologists a plus. ## **Our Impact**  Since launching, we have helped thousands find support, connection, and healing through our Outdoor Movement Groups. 100% of participants surveyed have reported: * A noticeable improvement in mental clarity and emotional well-being. * An increase in social connection and a sense of belonging. * Said they would return again. We believe mental health should be accessible, community-driven, and rooted in nature. Join us and take the first step toward a more connected, grounded, and supported version of yourself. ### **Why Our Groups are Donation-Based** Our Outdoor Movement Groups are made possible through a donation-based model. This approach allows us to keep our events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, while also ensuring that we can continue expanding our reach. It’s a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission! Every contribution helps us: * **Cover Essential Costs** – Donations allow us to pay essential legal, marketing, insurance, and admin costs as well as nourish the important people who run the organization. * **Grow Our Mission** – With your support, we can bring these healing experiences to thousands more people in the future and execute our long term plan to expand across the USA, affecting up to 500,000 people per year. By choosing to contribute, you’re not just leading an event—you’re helping build a mental health movement that supports long-term well-being and connection for all during a severe mental health epidemic. ## **Come Join Us!** We’d love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection. 🔹 **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside 🔹 **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** – https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application 🔹 **Support the mission**: If you resonate with the mission and want to support, feel free to join a group before applying or donate to help us reach our goals to help more people! You can donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind Please text Mario with any questions: (808) 855-8831

Dale Gnidovec, Curator of the Orton Hall Museum of Geology at The Ohio State University, will be presenting a program he has wanted to share with us for a long time: Plate Tectonics. His description of his program: Continents on the move - Nothing in Earth history makes sense without moving continents - it tells us why mountains, volcanoes, minerals, and fossils are where they are. This talk examines the evidence for continental drift, why it was disbelieved, and explains how the more-encompassing theory of plate tectonics was developed and eventually proven. Dale is an energetic, incredibly knowledgeable, and very entertaining speaker and this will be another wonderful program by Dale. Hope to see you there! 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 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

Are you passionate about supporting other men on their mental health journey? We’re building a movement of virtual and in-person men’s groups across Ohio — and we’re looking for group leaders who want to make a real difference with us. As a group leader, you’ll create a safe space where men can connect, reflect, and grow together. Training and support are provided — you just need heart, presence, and a willingness to lead. **Apply now to lead a group in your area:** 👉 https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application Speak Your Mind is a mental health non profit dedicated to bringing our community together to end the isolation that leads to mental struggle and suicide. Learn more about them here: https://linktr.ee/taketimespeakyourmind

**Summary** For this event, we will do the [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at [The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/), a ten-thousand acre conservation center in Muskingum County. It is the largest such center in North America and one of the largest in the entire world. During this tour, we'll visit The Wilds' rhino herd in their state-of-the-art heated barns and learn how The Wilds' animal management team takes care of one of the largest herds of rhinos outside of Africa and Asia. **The date and time of this tour** We will be doing the 1:00 p.m. [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) on Saturday, February 28. The tour is scheduled to last 90 minutes. **What you need to do to attend** Signing up here on Meetup will not get you into The Wilds for the tour. You must go out to The Wilds' [website](https://www.thewilds.org/) and [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour). Please [purchase your ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour), then sign up here on Meetup so I know how many to expect. **Attendance cap** There are only eight total slots/tickets available for this tour. As I obviously have already bought one of the tickets, that leaves seven spaces for everyone else. If you are interested in this event, I urge you to [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at The Wilds' website as soon as possible. Since their website is obviously public, nothing prevents other people having nothing to do with *GOhio!* from buying their own tickets, thereby potentially taking an available slot away from you. **Additional notes on attendance** I have now run several events at The Wilds. While the location of The Wilds and the pricing of the tickets generally leads to small turnouts, the people who have gone have all enjoyed it and were glad they went. If you've never been to The Wilds and you like zoos or animals at all, you are likely to find any tour at The Wilds to be a rewarding experience. **Tickets and pricing** [Tickets](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) for this tour are $95, or $76 if you're a Wilds' member. I've posted screen shots, below, to help you be sure you're buying tickets for the correct event. Wilds' memberships pay for themselves if you go to The Wilds at least twice a year, and [Columbus Zoo members](https://www.columbuszoo.org/membership) get a discount on memberships to The Wilds. I will always run at least two events a year at The Wilds. Tickets for all Wilds' tours must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance of the actual tour. **Cancellations and refunds** Per The Wilds' [Cancellation Policy](https://www.thewilds.org/policies): *In order to be eligible for refund and accrue no rescheduling fees, cancellations must be made at least 14 days in advance of reservation. Cancellations made within 14 days of reservation will not receive a refund.* You may [contact The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/contact) at (740) 638-5030 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., or you can email them at information@thewilds.org. **Waiver of liability** After you purchase your ticket, you will likely be asked to fill out a waiver of liability. This is a very short document and should take you no more than two minutes to complete. **Where we'll meet** We will meet at The Wilds, whose actual address is [14000 International Rd, Cumberland, OH 43732](https://www.google.com/maps/place/14000+International+Rd,+Cumberland,+OH+43732/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837dae07a595557:0xa1ceca93325a8bd1?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). Please try to be there by 12:30 p.m. For most Wilds' tours, a shuttle bus will take you to the actual spot of the tour. So think of this as though you're going to the airport to catch a flight. It helps to be on time. The Wilds generally asks that people arrive at least thirty minutes because the scheduled start time of their tour. **GPS / Getting to The Wilds** The Wilds is in a very rural area, but I've never had a problem getting there with my GPS (I have Verizon). I've also uploaded a JPG map, below, of Muskingum County. Sometimes, though, it's hard to get a signal when you're at The Wilds and getting ready to leave. So you might want to consider downloading an offline map in Google Maps. Your cell phone should pick up a signal, however, within a few minutes after you leave. The Wilds' Visitor Center does have free Wi-Fi. **Carpooling?** If you want to carpool, I recommend discussing this in the comments, below, to this event. While I don't myself carpool, I will do what I can to help you arrange something if I can. **The weather** Dress for the weather. Just because the barn is heated doesn't mean it will be warm. And wear closed-toed shoes. Wilds' tours typically run no matter what the weather is. **After the tour** Once we're done with the rhinos, we'll head over to the very highly rated [Y-Bridge Brewing Company](https://ybridgebrewing.com/). The brewery is about thirty minutes from The Wilds, and it will be on the way back to Columbus for most, if not all, of us. The brewery's actual address is [1417 Linden Ave Ste D, Zanesville, OH 43701](https://www.google.com/maps/place/1417+Linden+Ave+d,+Zanesville,+OH+43701/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837edd6cc50824f:0xe3a0af1ccb2aefbf?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). Y-Bridge Brewing does not serve food; however, they have several [food options](https://ybridgebrewing.com/food-options). I encourage you to check these out ahead of time on their website for yourself. However, here are a few of them: *Within walking distance -- 120 feet away* * [Angry Bull Saloon](https://www.facebook.com/AngryBullSaloonZanesville/) (pizza & subs) * The Corner Pub Sports Bar and Grill (classic bar food) *Delivery options -- [Door Dash](https://www.doordash.com/)* * [4 Star Pizza](https://fourstarpizza.com/), (740) 452-9300 * [Donatos](https://www.donatos.com/), (740) 452-7900 * [Pizza Cottage](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/), (740) 455-6000 * [Dominos](https://www.dominos.com/), (740) 455-3126 * [Papa John's](https://www.papajohns.com/), (740) 450-4100 If you live in the area or can't make The Wilds but still want to meet us at the brewery, that's fine too.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

**When:** Saturday\, February 21 \| 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM **Where:** [1124 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206](https://twodollarradiohq.com/about-us) Looking for a night of meaningful connection and great vegan food? Join us at [Two Dollar Radio Headquarters](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/11fkn49_yq&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgFEAI) for a special community gathering! **What’s on the menu?** While [2$R](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/11fkn49_yq&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgGEAI) typically serves a selection of [house-made sandwiches](https://twodollarradiohq.com/weekly-food) and vegan pastries, they are creating a **special menu** specifically for our event. You can also grab a coffee, tea, or a drink from their [full bar](https://twodollarradiohq.com/) of cocktails and beer. **The Main Event:** * **Play:** Bring a favorite game from home to share or dive into the ones available at the shop. * **Connect:** Meet new and old friends in a space that values independent culture and plant-based living. * **Support:** Help us champion a local, family-owned vegan business that doubles as a powerhouse [indie book publisher](https://twodollarradio.com/pages/headquarters). **Parking Instructions:** * **Street Parking:** There is free public street parking available on both sides of Parsons Avenue and on the surrounding residential side streets. * **Lot Parking:** The [Columbus Metropolitan Library](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/126262ks5&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgKEAM) lot (1113 Parsons Ave) is located directly across the street and is available for guest use **only after the library has closed**. On Saturdays, the lot is typically available starting at 6:00 PM. * **Bike Parking:** For those cycling, there is a bike rack conveniently located at the corner of Cline and Parsons.