Farm Animals

Les classes de flexibilitat estan dirigides a persones que vulguin desconectar, relaxar-se i treballar l'elongació dels muscles al seu ritme. Preu x classe 15€ Consultar packs i descomptes a [hola@lacolombina.cat](http://hola@lacolombina.cat/) Las clases de flexibilidad estan dirigidas a todas las personas que quieran desconectar, relajarse y trabajar la elongación de los músculos a su propio ritmo. Precio x clase 15€ Consultar packs y descuentos en [hola@lacolombina.cat](http://hola@lacolombina.cat/) Stretching lessons are targeted at people who want to chill out, relax, and stretch their muscles at their own pace. Fee x Class 15€ Check out packs and discounts at [hola@lacolombina.cat](http://hola@lacolombina.cat/)

🗨️ **Què hi fem?** Grup de conversa guiada amb activitats i dinàmiques per practicar el català en un ambient segur i inclusiu. Parlem de temes quotidians, treballem vocabulari i, sobretot, creem espai comunitari. 🌈💬 ✨ **Per a qui?** Per a persones LGTBIQ+, especialment **nouvingudes**, **nouparlants** o qualsevol persona que vulgui guanyar confiança parlant català. 💙 **Activitat gratuïta i oberta a tothom.** No cal inscripció: vine directament! ### **🇬🇧 English** Looking to practise your Catalan in a friendly and inclusive LGBTIQ+ space? Join us every Tuesday for a guided conversation group — open to all levels! Come and meet people, learn, and enjoy speaking Catalan with community. 💬🌈 ### **🇫🇷 Français** Envie de pratiquer le catalan dans un espace inclusif et accueillant pour les personnes LGBTIQ+ ? Rejoignez-nous chaque mardi pour un groupe de conversation guidée, ouvert à tous les niveaux. Venez parler, apprendre et créer communauté ! 💬🌈 ### **🇮🇹 Italiano** Vuoi praticare il catalano in uno spazio sicuro e inclusivo per persone LGBTIQ+? Unisciti a noi ogni martedì per un gruppo di conversazione guidata — aperto a tutti i livelli! Parliamo, impariamo e costruiamo comunità insieme. 💬🌈 📌 **Un projecte de Vincles amb:** Treu la Llengua de l’Armari: [https://linktr.ee/treulallengua](https://linktr.ee/treulallengua) Òmnium Cultural – Eixample: [https://www.instagram.com/omniumeixample](https://www.instagram.com/omniumeixample) ℹ️ **Més informació:** Projecte Vincles – Òmnium Cultural: [https://www.omnium.cat/ca/projectes/vincles](https://www.omnium.cat/ca/projectes/vincles) 💬 Contacte via Telegram: [https://t.me/vincleslgtb](https://t.me/vincleslgtb) *** 🗓️ **Quan?** Cada dimarts (nova edició), de 18:30 a 20:00 h. 📍 **On?** Seu d’ERC (Eixample) Carrer de Villarroel, 107 Barcelona ## **ℹ️ Advertiment important** Agraïm a **ERC Eixample** la cessió de l’espai per dur a terme l’activitat. Tot i això, **Treu la Llengua de l’Armari és una entitat activista voluntària i sense ànim de lucre**, centrada exclusivament en el **foment de l’ús social del català dins la comunitat LGTBIQ+** i en la defensa de la diversitat sexual i de gènere, tal com reflecteix la nostra presentació com a projecte comunitari . Per aquest motiu, **ens mantenim al marge de qualsevol posicionament partidista**, i la utilització d’espais cedits per entitats o partits **no implica cap suport polític ni afiliació per part nostra**.

**\*Nominated\*** Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy 2023 FREE OPEN MIC EVERY TUESDAY FROM AWARD NOMINATED DUO FAT GOOSE. Different comedians every week trying out their new material. From international pro comics to comedians just starting out, it's a super fun night of ridiculousness every time. Your two equally *weird* equally *handsome* hosts, Darren and Ewan, will be there to guide you through until the end. [Reserve Your Seat Here](https://thecomedyclubhouse.es/events/fat-goose-stand-up-comedy-open-mic-in-english-tuesday/) **Every Tuesday at 7:30pm** **Bar Opens at 7, come early and grab a drink!** All welcome. Except Darren. He's not invited.

Aquest dimarts, **17 de febrer**, ens trobem els i les **Joves** de Treu la Llengua de l'Armari al bar **La Carrà BCN**, a partir de les 19.00 h, per gaudir d'una tarda agradable tot parlant i practicant el català. Si ets Jove LGBTI+ i vols practicar el teu català, no dubtis a vernir amb nosaltres. T'hi esperem! This Wednesday, **February 17th**, the **Youth** of Treu la Llengua de l'Armari meet up at **La Carrà BCN** bar, starting at 7:00 p.m., to enjoy a pleasant afternoon speaking and practicing Catalan. If you are a Young LGBTI+ person and want to practice your Catalan, don't hesitate to join us. We look forward to seeing you there!

Instagram: @cercleahimsa Vine a gaudir i compartir una sessió basada en el ioga i en l'energia del cicle lunar. Cada setmana fem una sessió diferent aprofitant el moment lunar en el qual ens trobem, per exemple lluna plena: agraïment, lluna minvant: deixar anar... El pes central de la sessió està en la pràctica de ioga, però també fem una meditació profunda d'uns 10 min mínim i una conclusió de la sessió expressada a través de l'escriptura terapèutica o de l'expressió artística. Som un màxim de 8 persones i així creem espais de confiança i d'obertura on, a través del cos i el moviment, anem apropant-nos al camí de l'autoconeixement i la pau. Instagram: @cercleahimsa

**Este taller no trata de adelantar decisiones, sino todo lo contrario:** dar claridad, aliviar la culpa y ofrecer herramientas para que el adiós no esté marcado por el miedo o la duda, sino por la serenidad de saber que tu mascota se va acompañada, sin dolor y rodeada de amor. La eutanasia no es una conversación fácil, pero es una conversación necesaria. Porque informarse a tiempo también es una forma de amor. Aprender a prevenir una eutanasia de emergencia y así actuar con responsabilidad y compasión. Amar a un animal es estar presente en cada etapa de su vida, incluso en las más difíciles. Se trata de una decisión que requiere información, sensibilidad y acompañamiento. **Precio: 25€** **Impartido por:** Adéu Amic **Reservas aquí:** https://www.clubmimascota.com/producto/como-reconocer-que-ha-llegado-el-momento-de-despedirse-de-tu-mascota/

**(CASTELLANO a continuación** 🌸 **ENGLISH below)** Es diu que, d’entre tots els arbres, **l’ametller és el més valent**: desafiant el fred de l’hivern, és el primer que s’atreveix a florir. Amb la meravellosa excusa de gaudir de l’efímera època de **floració dels ametllers**, avui posem rumb a la comarca de **les Garrigues**, per descobrir el popular poble d’**Arbeca**. Visitarem la seva cooperativa i, des d’allà, un **pagès expert en el cultiu de l’ametlla** ens guiarà en una passejada entre camps d’ametllers florits 🌸🌸🌸 Ens esperen paisatges d’una gran autenticitat que, durant uns pocs dies, ens regalen una experiència envoltant de **fragàncies, colors i calma**… un autèntic regal per a l’ànima. Ganes de 🌸🌸🌸? 😉 **Característiques de la ruta** 🥾 **12 km molt fàcils** 📈 **180 m de desnivell** 🚜 Camins entre camps de cultiu, majoritàriament plans ℹ️ **Detalls pràctics:** * **Preu:** 25 € excursió + 10 € cotxe (es paga directament al conductor/a) = **Total: 35€** * **Inclou:** guiatge per guia titulat, assegurança d'accidents + responsabilitat civil. * **Targeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutes... **1 gratuïta!** 🥪 Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta * Mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya * Roba en capes (adaptable al temps) * Bastons opcionals ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! 📲 Segueix-nos i estigues al dia! * 📷 Al nostre Insta 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 a Can Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 **i uneix-te al 👉 [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) 👈** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🚜 **CASTELLANO 📷** Se dice que, entre todos los árboles, **el almendro es el más valiente**: desafiando el frío del invierno, es el primero en atreverse a florecer. Con la maravillosa excusa de disfrutar de la efímera época de **floración de los almendros**, hoy ponemos rumbo a la comarca de **Les Garrigues** para descubrir el popular pueblo de **Arbeca**. Visitaremos su cooperativa y, desde allí, un **agricultor experto en el cultivo de la almendra** nos guiará en un paseo entre campos de almendros en flor 🌸🌸🌸 Nos esperan paisajes de gran autenticidad que, durante unos pocos días, nos regalan una experiencia envolvente de **fragancias, colores y calma**… un auténtico regalo para el alma. ¿Ganas de 🌸🌸🌸? 😉 **Características de la ruta** 🥾 **12 km muy fáciles** 📈 **180 m de desnivel** 🚜 Caminos entre campos de cultivo, mayoritariamente llanos ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 25 € excursión + 10€ coche (se paga directamente al conductor/a) = **Total: 35€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! 🥪 **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta * Mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Ropa por capas (para adaptarnos al clima) * Bastones (opcionales) ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! 📲 **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * 📷 En Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 En Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Y únete al **👉 [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- 👩‍🌾 **ENGLISH** 🌸 It is said that, among all trees, **the almond tree is the bravest**: defying the cold of winter, it is the first to dare to bloom. With the wonderful excuse of enjoying the fleeting **almond blossom season**, we set off towards the **Les Garrigues** region to discover the charming village of **Arbeca**. We will visit its cooperative and, from there, a **local farmer specialized in almond cultivation** will guide us on a walk through fields of blooming almond trees 🌸🌸 Authentic landscapes await us, offering for just a few days an immersive experience of **fragrances, colors, and calm**… a true gift for the soul. Feeling like 🌸🌸🌸? 😉 **Route details** 🥾 **12 km – very easy** 📈 **180 m elevation gain** 🚜 Mostly flat paths through cultivated fields ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €25 for the hike + €10 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €35** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * **Nature Connect Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! 🥪 **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch * At least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Layered clothing (weather can change!) * Trekking poles (optional) ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. Thanks for your understanding! 📲 **Stay connected:** * 📷 On Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 On Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Join our **👉 [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** to stay updated on upcoming outings **For more info, feel free to contact me** (preferably via WhatsApp) ☎️ **+34 609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🌸** **(ESP)** Se dice que de entre todos los árboles el almendro es el más valiente, el que desafía el invierno para ser el primero en florecer. Así que con esta excusa **ponemos rumbo a Arbeca, tierra de olivos y de almendros... que este fin de semana estarán en el punto álgido de su floración 🌸🌸** Visitaremos su importante cooperativa... donde se producen algunos de los mejores aceites de oliva del mundo y desde ahí **un campesino experto en el cultivo de la almendra nos hará una visita entre campos de almendros en flor...** 🌸🌸🌸 Nos esperan unos paisajes de una gran autenticidad que durante unos pocos días nos ofrecen una **experiència envolvente de fragancias y colores... que son un regalo para el alma! 🌸🌸🌸** **Características de la ruta:** 12km por caminos entre campos de almendros y olivos centenarios... básicamente llanos (180m de desnivel). **Precio: 20€ x la excursión** (la mitad si vienes con tu coche y llevas 3 participantes más del grupo) **+ 10€ x el coche = TOTAL 30€ .** Los gastos del transporte se le pagan directamente al conductor/a. **Tarjeta *Nature Connect*... cada 10 rutas, 1 gratis! El precio incluye guiaje por un guía titulado, seguro accidentes + RC... Viaja tranquilo, disfruta más!** **RECUERDA:** comeremos de picnic (tráete tu propio bocadillo o tupper + agua) en algún lugar bonito en medio de la ruta / calzado con suela adherente y ropa en capas / tu plaza no está garantizada hasta que recibas mensaje del organizador confirmando que hay plaza de coche para ti / cancelaciones 24h antes de la ruta = "no show". \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌸🌸 **(EN)** Is there a passionate lover in you? Do you want to hear the poetry of nature? Do you want to get ready for the Spring? If you are a fun of the song "La vie en Rose"... you can't miss out today's proposal to discover a marvelous natural sight of **the almond tree fields... this first tree to defy winter with its blossoming. A burst of colour that will leave you breathless! Don't miss it out! 🌸** **Hike characteristics:** 12 easy kilometers through mostly flat fields, only 180 elevation gain. **Price: 20€ for the hike + 10€ transportation costs = TOTAL 30€ (only 10€ if you come with your car and bring 3 more members of the group).** Transport costs are paid directly to your driver. The **price includes guiding by an official hiking guide + accident and third-party liability insurance - Travel safe, enjoy more!!!** **Remember:** We will have our picnic lunch at a beautiful spot during the walk. Please also bring water, hiking shoes + clothing appropriate for the season. It’s each participants’ responsibility to evaluate their own physical fitness ability in respect to the caracteristics of the hike; if you are unsure don’t hesitate to contact us. Your spot is not guaranteed until you have received a confirmation message from the organizer via whatsapp or meetup messenger. Cancellations 24h or less prior to the event are considered as "no-shows". **+INFO: 609309797 (Jordi)** **🌸**

**Are you learning Spanish but don’t have enough opportunities to practice speaking?** Join us for an artistic and engaging event. Practice Spanish in a corner of Iran in Barcelona. We are meeting at Centro Shiva, a space where Persian tradition and contemporary art merge. What makes this place special? * The Essence of Iran: The center is steeped in Persian hospitality and aesthetics, offering a direct cultural bridge between the East and Barcelona. * Monumental Art and Symbolism: You will see works inspired by Iran’s rich visual heritage, sparking fascinating topics for conversation. For the second part of the activity we will go to a café to keep the conversation going. P.S. This event is only to practice Spanish, it is not a language exchange.

**(CASTELLANO a continuación** 🌳 **ENGLISH below)** **La proposta d’avui** és una ruta per descobrir **Castellet i la Gornal**, un encantador poble medieval del Penedès que combina història i natura. Recorrerem els seus carrerons i el **Castell de Castellet**, una fortalesa imponent situada sobre el **pantà de Foix**, que ofereix un dels paisatges més bonics de la zona. La caminada, de **12 km i 300 m de desnivell**, és fàcil i ideal per gaudir-la amb calma. El recorregut ens porta pels boscos del **Parc del Foix**, un espai tranquil que regala vistes espectaculars del pantà, una làmina d’aigua envoltada de bosc mediterrani que crea un ambient màgic. En resum, **una sortida perfecta per gaudir d’un poble medieval amb caràcter i de la serenitat del pantà de Foix, un autèntic tresor del Penedès. Preparat per descobrir-lo?** 😉 **Preu:** **20€ x l'excursió** **+ 9€ pel transport** (es paga directament al conductor) **= TOTAL 29€.** **Targeta *Nature Connect*... cada 10 rutes, 1 gratis!** **El preu inclou guiatge ruta sender per guia titulat + assegurança d'accidents + RC... Viatja tranquil, gaudeix més!** 🥪 Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta * Mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya * Roba en capes (adaptable al temps) * Bastons opcionals ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! 📲 Segueix-nos... * 📷 Al nostre Insta 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 a Can Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 **i uneix-te al 👉 [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) 👈** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 💧 **CASTELLANO** ⛰️ La propuesta de hoy es una ruta para descubrir **Castellet i la Gornal, un encantador pueblo medieval del Penedès** que combina historia y naturaleza. Recorreremos sus callejones y el Castillo de Castellet, una imponente fortaleza situada sobre el embalse de Foix, que ofrece uno de los paisajes más bonitos de la zona. La caminata, de **12 km y 300 m de desnivel**, es fácil e ideal para disfrutarla con calma. El recorrido nos lleva por los bosques del **Parque del Foix**, un espacio tranquilo que ofrece vistas espectaculares del lago, una lámina de agua rodeada de bosque mediterráneo que crea un ambiente mágico. En resumen, una salida perfecta para disfrutar de un pueblo medieval con carácter y de la serenidad del embalse de Foix, un auténtico tesoro del Penedès. ¿Preparado para descubrirlo? 😉 ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 20€ excursión + 9€ coche (se paga directamente al/a la conductor/a) = **Total: 29€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! 🥪 **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta * Mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Bastones (opcionales) ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! 📲 **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * 📷 En Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 En Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Y únete al **👉 [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🏞️ **ENGLISH** 📷 Today’s proposal is a route to discover **Castellet i la Gornal, a charming medieval village** in the Penedès that blends history and nature. We’ll explore its narrow streets and the **Castle of Castellet, an impressive fortress perched above the Foix reservoir, offering some of the most beautiful landscapes in the area**. The walk, **12 km long with 300 m of elevation gain**, is easy and perfect to enjoy at a relaxed pace. The route leads us through the forests of the Foix Natural Park, a peaceful area with spectacular views over the reservoir, a sheet of water surrounded by Mediterranean woodland that creates a magical atmosphere. In short, it’s an ideal outing to **enjoy a medieval village full of character and the serenity of the Foix reservoir, a true treasure of the Penedès. Ready to discover it? 😉** ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €20 for the hike + €9 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €29** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * **Nature Connect Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! 🥪 **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch * At least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Trekking poles (optional) ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. Thanks for your understanding! 📲 **Stay connected:** * 📷 On Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 On Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Join our **👉 [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** to stay updated on upcoming outings **For more info, feel free to contact me** (preferably via WhatsApp) ☎️ **+34 609 309 797 (Jordi)**

Visitamos una zona del Garraf, concretamente unas cuevas donde el hierro cobra el protagonismo. Sus diferentes colores nos informan de diferentes épocas e historias, que, con una fácil interpretación visual, que realizaremos, podremos conocer mucha de su historia. El negro y el rojo nos trasladan a una historia de hace millones de años. El verde nos acerca a nuestra historia más cercana la del ser humano, a través de una mineral, la variscita del cual también conoceremos su historia y su relación con nosotros. Toda una mañana para conocer el patrimonio natural más cercano. ***FICHA TÉCNICA*** **Dificultad:** Baja **Distancia:** 12 Kilómetros. **Desnivel:** 360 mts aprox. **Tiempo:** 5 horas aprox. NOTA: la actividad puede ser modificada por motivos organizativos, o meteorológicos. ***ACTIVIDAD*** Salimos caminando desde la estación de tren de Gavá, donde iremos a tomar un café. Visitamos varios aspectos naturales de la zona. Comeremos de picnic en un punto determinado del recorrido, y volveremos a la estación de tren de Gavà sobre las 14.00h. ***INCLUYE:*** ORGANIZACION + SOCIALIZADOR CIENTÍFICO + SEGURO DE ACCIDENTES +SEGURO RC: ¡TODO POR 10€! ***PUNTO DE ENCUENTRO:*** Estación de tren de Gavá en la puerta de salida a las 9.30h horas. Salen trenes de la línea R2, cada 15-20 minutos desde Barcelona Sants. Para facilitar la comunicación recordar que estamos en: [https://www.observarlanaturaleza.com/](https://www.observarlanaturaleza.com/) facebook: https://www.facebook.com/observarlanaturaleza instagram: https://www.instagram.com/observarlanaturaleza

Meeting Room 2b, Main Library Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. We desire to cultivate a space where all questions are welcome and each person is treated with compassion and respect.

**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.

**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.

This meeting will be an open discussion about the book "an Immense World" by Ed Yong

Let's gather for lunch at Carfagna's followed by an optional stop in Carfagna's Market to check out the tastes and smells of Italy. Carfagna's address is 1440 Gemini Pl, Columbus, OH 43240