Fermented Foods

https://chat.whatsapp.com/GzV0ojptK5Z7EvPYI1Zhc8 Groupe Whatsapp pour filtrer les spams et les fantômes avant de vous ajouter au vrai groupe. English text at the end of this message Moyenne d'âge : 20n-30n On poste sur plusieurs sites donc on sera plus nombreux que juste ceux inscrits ici. 6 à 25 en général. ⚠️ SI TU T'INSCRIS, TU VIENS.. OU AU MOINS TU PRÉVIENS.. MÊME POUR UN RETARD, C'EST LA BASE. SINON TU SERAS BLACKLISTÉ DE NOS PROCHAINES ACTIVITÉS ⚠️ Moi c'est Estelle l'admin du groupe WhatsApp. Depuis plus de 2 ans maintenant, on loue un Loft Rbnb vers République pour y papoter et jouer à des jeux de société autour d'un verre. Se voir, se revoir et rencontrer de nouvelles personnes histoire de créer du réel lien amical. ⚠️ Chacun participe à hauteur de 5€ à la location du Rbnb à chaque venue. ⚠️⚠️ Pour qu'il y ait de tout pour toute la nuit, les garçons ramènent de l'alcool fort et les filles des softs et des apéritifs à grignoter. Uniquement à la 1ère venue. Les autres fois chacun peut venir les mains vides. Contact : 0605837893 et groupe WhatsApp. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Average age: 20n-30n We post on several sites so there will be more of us than just those registered here. 6 to 25 in general. ⚠️ IF YOU REGISTER, YOU COME.. OR AT LEAST YOU WARN.. EVEN FOR A DELAY, THAT'S THE BASIS. OTHERWISE YOU WILL BE BLACKLISTED FROM OUR NEXT ACTIVITIES ⚠️ I'm Estelle, the admin of the WhatsApp group. For over 2 years now, we've been renting an Rbnb Loft near République where Chatting and playing board games over drinks to create real friendly bonds. See each other, see each other again and meet new people. ⚠️ Everyone contributes €5 to the Rbnb rental. ⚠️⚠️ So that there is enough for the whole night, the boys bring strong alcohol and the girls soft drinks and aperitifs to nibble on. Only on the first arrival. Other times everyone can come empty-handed. Contact: 0605837893 and WhatsApp group.

*Salut à toi ! 😊* Envie d’une soirée rien qu’entre filles pour papoter et t’amuser, et créer un petit groupe de copines avant de changer de lieu pour rejoindre une grosse soirée internationale mixte avec des locaux et des internationaux à Paris ? Rejoins nous pour naviguer entre bar 🎉 **💬 Concept** Un moment sympa et complice réservé aux filles pour partager des discussions, des rires et des cocktails . Que tu sois là pour te détendre, échanger des idées ou profiter d’une soirée entre copines, c’est l’occasion idéale ! Avant de rejoindre la plus grosse soirée en happy hour prolongée. Viens le plus tôt possible pour mieux se connaître avant de partir pour la grosse fiesta ! **Infos pratiques :** 🕖 Horaire Afterwork Entre Filles : De 19h à 21h 💸 Gratuit avec le pass Socializus ! 📲 WhatsApp pour des infos rapides : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GrWPdecuEG1LmomqzwJZCF](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GrWPdecuEG1LmomqzwJZCF) **Comment participer :** Vérifie l’adresse exacte avec l’app gratuite et le pass gratuit : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Ou soutiens l’association avec une carte de membre annuelle sur : [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Reste connectée :** 🔹 Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/) 🔹Socializus : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 WhatsApp (infos & rappels jour J) : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GrWPdecuEG1LmomqzwJZCF](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GrWPdecuEG1LmomqzwJZCF) (Active “Tout recevoir” pour ne rien manquer !) 🔹 Groupe Facebook – [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) 🔹 Page Facebook – Photos, souvenirs et actus : [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) 🔹Socializus : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 Deviens Orga : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) Rejoins l’équipe bénévole et reçois une boisson gratuite 🍹 ? C’est 100% gratuit car nous sommes une association à but non lucratif. ✦✦ Les changements de dernière minute peuvent arriver, mais tout est mis à jour via l’app avec le pass gratuit. Pour mieux gérer le nombre de participants, nous comptons sur les inscriptions via le pass gratuit. Inscris-toi seulement si tu es sûre de venir, on compte sur toi ! 😊 Viens profiter d’une soirée entre filles, puis d’une fête internationale ouverte à tous, dans une ambiance chaleureuse et multiculturelle ! 📸 / 🎥 En participant à notre activité, vous acceptez d'être photographié et / ou filmé. Les photos et vidéos seront partagées sur nos réseaux sociaux et pourront être utilisées à des fins commerciales. Vous pouvez également publier vos propres photos avec le #socializus

Hola! ¿Acabas de llegar a París o quieres conocer gente en un ambiente internacional y amigable? Comenzamos con un **cóctel gratuito** para socializar y conocer personas de todo el mundo. ¡Esta noche es para ti! Perfecta para **practicar idiomas**, pasar **un momento divertido con un juego rompehielos** para **ganar chupitos gratis**, fomentar conversaciones amigables y **descubrir la vida social internacional en París**. ¡Trae tu energía y tu sonrisa! Te garantizamos un **ambiente cálido y festivo**. **Programa:** * Aperitivo y juegos para romper el hielo * Happy hour, a veces extra largo hasta las 23h 🥳 El maxi happy hour a 5€ suele estar completo, y a veces cambiamos de lugar con formatos un poco más elegantes pero siempre amigables… *¡Vamos!* **Información práctica:** 🕖 De 21:30 hasta el amanecer… 💸 ¡Gratis con el pase Socializus! 📲 WhatsApp para información rápida: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) **Cómo participar:** Verifica la dirección exacta con la app gratuita y el pase gratuito: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) O apoya a la asociación con una tarjeta de miembro anual en: [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Mantente conectado:** 🔹 Meetup –https://www.meetup.com/fiesta-latina-paris/ 🔹 WhatsApp (info y recordatorios del día): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) (Activa “Recibir todo” para no perderte nada) 🔹 Grupo de Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/ 🔹 Página de Facebook – Fotos, recuerdos y noticias: https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/ 🔹 Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 Conviértete en organizador: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) ¡Únete al equipo de voluntarios y recibe una bebida gratis 🍹! Es 100% gratis porque somos una asociación sin fines de lucro. ✦✦ Puede haber cambios de última hora, pero todo se actualiza a través de la app con el pase gratuito. Para gestionar mejor el número de participantes, contamos con las inscripciones a través del pase gratuito. ¡Regístrate solo si estás segur@ de venir, contamos contigo! 😊

**SIGN UP : [yogaclubparis.fr/booking](http://yogaclubparis.fr/booking)** Class begins with an intention to focus the mind and heart space, then we’ll move through empowering vinyasa yoga to warm the muscles and build strength. Towards the end of the session we’ll transition into a slow flow focused on stretching to create space and flexibility. We’ll end with a mindfulness exercise such as pranayama, yoga Nidra, practicing meditation tools, etc. The class is accompanied by a carefully designed playlist and is fit for all levels. Meet us at Dally Daoud Speedwell - Dance School in 24 Rue Juge, 75015 Paris. Contact Anu with any questions : +33618285547

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The Shake Team**

The game costs 20.5€+fees/person by credit card or Paypal through Paypal webpage during Meetup subscription process. Feel free to bring a +1 or more. The 2 pitchs (20 players, 4 teams of 5 players) are booked during 1h30. Please come 10min before the beginning. If you can't come, please **RSVP early** **not going (48h before)** and check the refund policy. This is a friendly game so please don't take it too seriously... Beers in the bar afterwards. **EQUIPMENT** * On the day of the game, you will be informed of your pitch number, so check your message on meetup/WhatsApp * The pitches are made of artificial grass and closed within a barrier or "cage" to prevent the ball from leaving the playing area and keep the game constantly flowing with rebounding sidewalls. * Astroturf shoes are recommended but not mandatory * A changing room is available with lockers but you need to bring your own padlock or you can put your bag in the goals (it is what I do) * Training shirts/chasubles are available, so it doesn't matter the color you wear **REFUND POLICY** * RSVP early not going (48h before) and you will be refunded * After the 48h from the start of the event, if someone else can replace you, I will refund you, otherwise you will not be refunded * If a pitch is cancelled, you will be refunded * Refund will be done by friday **DELAY** * Being late several times will result to permanent ban * Please come 10min before to ensure that the game start on time, this is for the good of all players **CONTACT US** * Daniel mobile: +33610396743 * Meetup: Daniel's private message or event chat * [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KglPkbjioAJLhEEKZXLvjb)

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

Celles et ceux à Paris ce samedi, si cela vous dit je vous propose de nous retrouver pour un goûter cosy au Café Studio (Paris 10e, lignes 2, 5, 11), nouvel endroit créatif et engagé : https://www.cafestudio-paris.com/ * Créneau de 15h à 17h pour se retrouver et papoter !

https://chat.whatsapp.com/GzV0ojptK5Z7EvPYI1Zhc8 Groupe Whatsapp pour filtrer les spams et les fantômes avant de vous ajouter au vrai groupe. English text at the end of this message Moyenne d'âge : 20n-30n On poste sur plusieurs sites donc on sera plus nombreux que juste ceux inscrits ici. 6 à 25 en général. ⚠️ SI TU T'INSCRIS, TU VIENS.. OU AU MOINS TU PRÉVIENS.. MÊME POUR UN RETARD, C'EST LA BASE. SINON TU SERAS BLACKLISTÉ DE NOS PROCHAINES ACTIVITÉS ⚠️ On cuisine et on mange ensemble.. Moi c'est Estelle l'admin du groupe WhatsApp. Depuis plus de 2 ans maintenant, on loue un Loft Rbnb vers République pour y papoter et jouer à des jeux de société autour d'un verre, faire des activités en tous genres. Se voir, se revoir et rencontrer de nouvelles personnes histoire de créer du réel lien amical. ⚠️ Chacun participe à hauteur de 5€ à la location du Rbnb à chaque venue. ⚠️⚠️ Pour qu'il y ait de tout pour toute la nuit, les garçons ramènent de l'alcool fort et les filles des softs et des apéritifs à grignoter. Uniquement à la 1ère venue. Les autres fois chacun peut venir les mains vides. Contact : 0605837893 et groupe WhatsApp. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Average age: 20n-30n We post on several sites so there will be more of us than just those registered here. 6 to 25 in general. ⚠️ IF YOU REGISTER, YOU COME.. OR AT LEAST YOU WARN.. EVEN FOR A DELAY, THAT'S THE BASIS. OTHERWISE YOU WILL BE BLACKLISTED FROM OUR NEXT ACTIVITIES ⚠️ We cook and eat together.. I'm Estelle, the admin of the WhatsApp group. For over 2 years now, we've been renting an Rbnb Loft near République where Chatting and playing board games over drinks to create real friendly bonds. See each other, see each other again and meet new people. ⚠️ Everyone contributes €5 to the Rbnb rental. ⚠️⚠️ So that there is enough for the whole night, the boys bring strong alcohol and the girls soft drinks and aperitifs to nibble on. Only on the first arrival. Other times everyone can come empty-handed. Contact: 0605837893 and WhatsApp group.

https://chat.whatsapp.com/J37OjBT8cPhFfIT7nQImR1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please READ the following RULES! 1. If you are registered (RSVP) on meetup and for any reason you can't make it, CANCEL the RSVP before 4:00 pm of the day before the game. That way someone else can play. You should cancel EITHER if you are on the mainlist OR on the WAITLIST! 2. Those who do not follow this rule will be automatically SUSPENDED for TWO games. 3. RSVPs open at 1:30 PM one week before the game. Please respect this time, and inform organizers if you find any unusual settings in the event page. 4. Please confirm your participation here or by the Whatsapp Group the day before the game. Also check for updates (time or field) in the Whatsapp Group the day before the game. 5. If you're more than 20 minutes late you're not guaranteed a place in the game once it has started. 6. No tackles. No offside. 7. No guests (+1 or +2) allowed The game will start at 8:00AM. Please be on time. Those of you arriving early, in order to secure us a field, please go on the pitch and pretend you're warming up. If you have any problem please ask the organizers to JOIN THE WHATSAPP GROUP. Français: INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES! 1. Si vous êtes inscrits dans la liste meetup et n'êtes pas en mesure de venir le jour J, merci d'annuler au plus tard la veille à 16h00 pour laisser leur chance aux autres joueurs. Vous devez annuler votre inscription même si vous n'êtes que sur la liste d'attente! 2. Les joueurs ne respectant pas la règle 1 seront systématiquement privés de 2 matchs. 3. L'inscription aux événements est ouverte à 13h30 une semaine avant le match. Respectez ce temps, et informez les organisateurs si vous trouvez des anomalies dans les informations de l'évènement. 4. La veille du match, merci de reconfirmer votre présence ici ou sur le groupe whatsapp pour s'assurer du nombre de joueurs réellement actifs et présents. 5. Si vous avez plus de 20 minutes de retard votre place n'est plus garantie dans le match. 6. Pas de tacles. Pas de hors jeu. 7. Inscription individuelle, Pas de +1 ou +2 Le match commence à 8h00, soyez ponctuels! Pour les premiers arrivés, n'hésitez pas occuper le terrain, vous échauffer en attendant le reste de l'équipe.

**Join hashers for our 🥂Annual New Year's Celebration R\*n!🍾** The Anarchist will lead us on a traditional New Years Day trail with craft beer, champagne, smoked salmon, foie gras, toasts, and Bolo-rei to celebrate the new year's eve properly. Aren't we fancy? Dress code : Party Hat 🐰 Hare: Anarchist 👣 Trail: A-to-Atrail, bag drop, 📍 Meeting Point: Métro École Militaire 💶 Hash Cash: 10 € (Hash cash is collected to keep our club active, and also to pay for your beer/champagne) Bring what you need. Up to you, but this could include water, survival snack, chalk to back mark, a whistle if you can’t shout, brand new running shoes, a virgin, shiggy socks, snow boots, a hash hymnal, a bag of tea, a bag of wine, and/or extra cash. Dress appropriately - we run, and we may get into some shiggy (mud, puddles, scratchy bushes, wet paint, ...) On on! 👣🍻 https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh

Venez supporter votre équipe préférée pour la CAN 2025 🎉⚽️ N'hésitez pas à mettre votre maillot & Accessoire pour supporter 🎉 Plusieurs Écrans sont la bas avec un grand projecteur 📺 Resto- BAR sur place. Bières, soft et super cocktails 🍸 Formules à 17€ : Plats au choix & boisson (Burger frites / merguez frites/ Poulet frit et frites. Bières/ Soft / Vin) Pour ceux qui souhaitent possibilité de prendre Desserts 🍨 & 2 boissons à la place. Viande Halal Rdv 1h avant pour papoter et jouer aux cartes 🃏 On peut jouer aux cartes & manger en attendant

Let’s meet for dinner at the Rossi, In the short north. The plan is to have dinner and then head over to Good Night John Boy around 9 pm for drinks and dancing. Please only RSVP if you are having dinner so that I have a head count for the restaurant. If you want to only join us for John Night John Boy, you don’t have to RSVP, you can write a comment under the event. This is the menu for the restaurant: https://rossikitchenandbar.com/dinner

**History** [Blacklick Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blacklick-woods/), established in 1949, holds the distinction of being the first Columbus Metro Park. Its creation stemmed from a post-World War II push to preserve natural areas amid rapid suburban growth. The land, originally farmland and woodlots along Blacklick Creek, was acquired by the Columbus Metropolitan Park Board through donations and purchases. Early efforts focused on basic trail development and reforestation to combat erosion. The park's name derives from the creek, which early settlers called "Black Lick" due to its dark, mineral-rich waters. By the 1950s, it served as a model for the expanding Metro Parks system. In the 1960s, Blacklick Woods expanded significantly with additional land acquisitions, reaching over 600 acres. A golf course was added in 1964, one of the first public courses in the region, designed to generate revenue for park maintenance. Native American artifacts, including arrowheads from the Adena culture, were discovered during construction, highlighting the area's prehistoric use as hunting grounds. The park introduced interpretive programs to educate visitors on local ecology and history. Flood control measures along the creek became a priority after heavy rains caused damage. These developments solidified its role as a recreational hub. The 1970s and 1980s brought environmental awareness, leading to habitat restoration projects at Blacklick Woods. Invasive species were removed, and native wildflowers were planted in the meadows. A nature center opened in 1976, featuring exhibits on wetlands and forests. The park's slate-covered bridge, a remnant of 19th-century infrastructure, was preserved as a historic feature. Birdwatching gained popularity with the addition of observation decks. Community volunteers played a key role in trail maintenance and cleanups. During the 1990s, Blacklick Woods underwent major upgrades, including paved multi-use trails for biking and hiking. The Walter A. Tucker Nature Preserve, a 53-acre old-growth forest within the park, was dedicated in 1995 to protect rare beech-maple woodlands. Educational partnerships with local schools introduced field trips on topics like stream ecology. The golf course was renovated to improve playability while minimizing environmental impact. Annual events, such as the fall festival, drew thousands to celebrate the park's natural beauty. These enhancements balanced recreation with conservation. In the 21st century, Blacklick Woods has adapted to increasing visitation with sustainable practices. Solar panels were installed at facilities in the 2010s to reduce energy costs. The park now spans 643 acres, offering diverse habitats from wetlands to uplands. Recent initiatives include pollinator gardens and prescribed burns to maintain prairie areas. It remains a flagship for the Metro Parks, inspiring similar preservations system-wide. Ongoing archaeological surveys continue to uncover traces of early inhabitants. **Map of the Park** Here is a [map of Blacklick Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/BLK-map-May-2025-with-extended-greenway_1980px.jpg). **Summary** For this event, we will hike about 4.5 miles by doing a couple loops of the Buttonbush, Tucker, Maple Loop, and Beech trails. Blacklick Woods is a very nice park, but it is generally flat and not strenuous, so this will be one of the easier hikes that we do. **Where We'll Meet** Drive all the way to the back of the park to the parking lot that is nearest the Nature Center. There are restrooms here next to the Canopy Walk. We'll meet near these restrooms. Speaking of the [Canopy Walk](https://www.metroparks.net/blog/canopy-walk-is-your-gateway-to-the-sky/), it's not officially part of the event this time. However, if interested people want to freelance and check it out after the hike (before heading to the brewery), that's okay. **After the Hike** After we're done with the trails, we'll head to [Prost Beer & Wine Café](https://prostcafe.com/) for drinks and [food](https://prostcafe.com/reynoldsburg-prost-beer-and-wine-cafe-food-menu). The actual address of the brewery is [7354 E Main St, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068](https://www.google.com/maps/place/7354+E+Main+St,+Reynoldsburg,+OH+43068/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8838648cfb8d2dbb:0x545274bab130e9bb?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111), and we should be there by 5:00 if you just want to do that and skip the hike.

I've supported this local popcorn business for 30 years. It is my pleasure to introduce you to this family-owned, made in house, gourmet popcorn! (note: the official nat'l popcorn day is the 19th but this store is bombarded that day, lol) **TASTING:** The staff can answer every question you have about popcorn. They have a tremendous assortment of 65 sweet and savory flavors, including their classic Columbus Mix (white cheddar/vanilla butternut mix), Pizza, Peanut Butter and Jelly, Buckeye, Buffalo Ranch, and Green Apple. I challenge kids to not try to blow a bubble when they taste the Bubble Gum flavor! ***The owner knows we're coming by and offers complimentary taste testing! BRING YOUR KIDS AND GRANDKIDS!*** **AFTERNOON SNACK**: Bring along $**5.00** cash for a variety of pizza slices to munch on next door at Grandads Pizza. While we wait on our pizzas, we can share Popcorn we purchased at Al's. ## HISTORY OF NATIONAL POPCORN DAY Did you know that the corn we eat and the corn we pop are two different varieties of maize? In fact, the corn you’d find on your dinner table is most likely unable to pop at all! Only one variety of corn is able to become popcorn: Zea mays everta. This particular corn variety has small ears, and the kernels burst when exposed to dry heat. **[Al’s Delicious Popcorn](https://alspopcorn.com)** is a family owned and operated business located in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1985, we have over 30 years of popping experience! During the past 3 decades, we’ve worked hard to perfect our popping techniques and recipes. Our dedication has paid off and today we are proud to offer popcorn lovers over 65 varieties of delectable gourmet popcorn! Being a small, family run operation, we put our heart and soul into what we do. Each and every order is hand prepared, right in our own store, not in some remote processing facility.

Join us for lunch at True Food Kitchen in Easton as we celebrate the New Year and our friendships!

Start the New Year off right! Join us as we get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event to distribute food at the Champion Food Pantry! We’ve created a great little community of Movie Group friends! Rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve people in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: CHAMPION FOOD PANTRY: The Champion Food Pantry provides needed food to neighbors experiencing food insecurity. For this event, we’ll be volunteering to help with Food Distribution during client pick up times. Our group will receive on-the-spot training from some of their seasoned regular volunteers. PLAN FOR CHAMPION FOOD PANTRY: Please arrive by 2:45pm. Our volunteer time will be from 3:00 to 6:00pm. LOCATION & PARKING: The Champion Food Pantry is located at 1460 S. Champion Ave in Columbus. Parking is located in the lot on Frebis across from the pantry. Please enter through the door marked "Volunteers enter here” on Frebis Ave. A map has been uploaded to the photos. IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing the majority of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. No shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will mak you ineligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. LINKS & INFO: Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: • Champion Food Pantry Civil Rights Training: Attached file. • Champion Food Pantry Parking and Entrance: Attached file. • Champion Food Pantry Orientation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0wI-AwOYLY • Link with Additional Details / Info: https://lss.vomo.org/opportunity/foodpantrieschampion THANK YOU: This CMG Gives Back event provides an opportunity for YOU to get involved in helping others in our community! But the benefits go well beyond the help we give to others. Volunteering can provide a wide range of personal benefits, including positive effects on mental and physical health, reduced stress/depression/anxiety, increased happiness and improved purpose, life-satisfaction and personal well-being! Plus, the opportunity to get involved, connect with others and help those in need. PARTNER AGENCY: This event is hosted by Lutheran Social Services (LSS), which serves thousands of people in need each day in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety and healing. LSS offers food through the LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities. Thanks for your help and look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [5 Bean Coffee](https://5beancoffee.com/)!

Your Friday night just got sweeter! Join us at select [#MarketDistrict](https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/marketdistrict?__eep__=6&__cft__%5B0%5D=AZXglupYTNnuPXhU3gU2DI9GInOg8OWWSvEJTry0VDGnMwh3tC6LxAkyc13s7j-hzoCa7zpemBLJbwdOAIfL-4l-h-eX3x7UFBl6CgHm1ijsL9C9hR_jWvIa_CNOjxBCQzMpVcaRfKr1LrRukr4nY0KHoqN2w3gXLadSqHBf6hPcBx13ltDk2suI8GhnjfjDOUs&__tn__=*NK-R) (we are meeting at Grandview Yard) locations for Flights & Bites on the third Friday of the month from 5-8pm. We'll meet about 5:30pm til 7:00pm. Feel free to join us anytime before 6:45pm. **Cost: $15.00 per person *(covers 4 wine or beer samples paired with gourmet appetizers)*** **Meet**: I'll post our location once we assemble and start our tasting.