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đŸ’„đŸ’„ RUNNING POUR DEBUTANTS & CONFIRMES đŸ’„đŸ’„
đŸ’„đŸ’„ RUNNING POUR DEBUTANTS & CONFIRMES đŸ’„đŸ’„
Hello 👋, Tu as envie de dĂ©buter le running ou t'y remettre mais tu n'as pas envie de le faire seul(e) ? đŸƒâ€â™‚ïžđŸƒâ€â™€ïž J'ai LA solution 👉 viens courir avec nous lors des sorties hebdomadaires du groupe Adidas Runners Paris Centre tous les mardis soirs. Il y en a pour tous les niveaux (du dĂ©butant - vraiment - Ă  la cool jusqu'aux confirmĂ©s avec des allures de TGV 😉), c'est gratuit et l'ambiance y est trĂšs conviviale, y compris Ă  l'after run. Rdv Ă  20h tous les mardis soirs au Central Park Paris au 5 rue du Jour, Paris 1er. Tu pourras te changer sur place (pas de vestiaire mais un Ă©tage entier nous est rĂ©servĂ©) et y laisser un sac (mĂȘme s'il n'y a jamais eu de souci, je conseille de ne rien laisser de valeur sur place car il n'y a pas de casier). AprĂšs le run, de l'eau est fournie par le bar... mais vous pouvez aussi commander d'autres brevages đŸ»đŸ˜‰ Alors n'hĂ©site pas Ă  nous rejoindre. Si tu as des questions, n'hĂ©site pas Ă  me contacter. 👉 POUR T'INSCRIRE 👉 * clique sur "Participer" * ou inscris toi sur l'app gratuite de rencontres amicales WEEZEM oĂč sont publiĂ©es toutes les sorties du groupe (tu pourras aussi voir plein d'autres sorties et garder le lien avec les participants inscrits hors Meetup) : Appstore -> [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) et 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 ĂȘtre informĂ©(e) de nos futures sorties 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC) \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* A LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* ⚠ Ne te fie pas au nombre de participants inscrits sur Meetup, nous sommes gĂ©nĂ©ralement une dizaine d'inscrits hors Meetup (voire mĂȘme plus) car cette sortie est Ă©galement publiĂ©e sur l'appli gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem. N'hĂ©site pas Ă  la tĂ©lĂ©charger, il y a plein d'autres sorties qui y sont proposĂ©es et tu peux Ă©galement proposer gratuitement la tienne ce qui n'est pas possible avec Meetup. Pour tĂ©lĂ©charger et utiliser gratuitement Weezem c'est par ici : \- 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) ⚠ **Ne t'inscris que si tu es sur(e) de venir et dĂ©sinscris toi si tu as un empĂȘchement de derniĂšre minute** ; ça ne coute rien de se dĂ©sinscrire et ça permet Ă  une autre personne de venir Ă  la sortie Ă  ta place et surtout ça facilite grandement l'organisation pour l'admin de la sortie. Merci d'avance pour ta comprĂ©hension 🙏 \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* A trĂšs vite, Patrice
Writers' On-Line Feedback Session via Zoom
Writers' On-Line Feedback Session via Zoom
This group is for anyone interested in writing in English, whether it be prose or poetry or non-fiction. We get together once a week to listen, critique and support each other in our work. Attendees bring something they have written, six copies, printed out and no longer than seven pages, which they read aloud. They then receive feedback from the rest of the group. The size of the group is limited to 6, so that everyone is able to receive a full 30 minutes of constructive feedback including reading time. If you have nothing to read but would like to come and listen, you are most welcome too. We are an anglophone group and everything is conducted in English, in fact not everyone who comes can speak French. Please bear this in mind if you sign up.
BACHATIME VENDOME
BACHATIME VENDOME
✹ **Envie de sortir et de partager un bon moment ?** ✹ Nous organisons une sortie conviviale, idĂ©ale pour se retrouver, Ă©changer et profiter ensemble de l’évĂ©nement dans une bonne ambiance 😊 ⚠ **Attention : la place n’est pas garantie tant que l’inscription n’a pas Ă©tĂ© effectuĂ©e sur Billetweb.** 👉 **Toutes les infos & inscription (simple et rapide, sans compte supplĂ©mentaire)** : đŸŽŸïž [https://www.billetweb.fr/bachatime-vendome](https://www.billetweb.fr/bachatime-vendome) Cette sortie fait partie des activitĂ©s proposĂ©es par **ENJOY! Paris**, une communautĂ© associative qui aime crĂ©er des moments sympas et accessibles Ă  tous : 🌍 [https://www.enjoyparis.org/](https://www.enjoyparis.org/) đŸ“Č Pour ne rien rater des prochaines sorties, tu peux aussi tĂ©lĂ©charger l’appli ENJOY! Paris (Android) : 👉 [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.enjoyparissortiesamicales.app&pcampaignid=web_share](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.enjoyparissortiesamicales.app&pcampaignid=web_share) đŸ„łProchain(s) grand(s) Ă©vĂ©nement(s) de l'association ENJOY! Paris : [https://www.billetweb.fr/soiree-du-nouvel-an-enjoy-paris-2025-2026](https://www.billetweb.fr/soiree-du-nouvel-an-enjoy-paris-2025-2026) 👉 **N’hĂ©site pas Ă  t’inscrire et Ă  nous rejoindre !** Au plaisir de partager ce moment avec toi 👋
cours impro debutant
cours impro debutant
Découvrez l'art de l'improvisation théùtrale dans une ambiance bienveillante et créative. La volonté de la Katapulte compagnie et de son équipe pédagogique est d'offrir un cursus d'apprentissage solide pour ses élÚves. C'est pour cette raison que nous organisons nos cours en niveaux pour apporter un maximum de bienveillance mais aussi de rigueur pour que chaque élÚve puisse s'épanouir efficacement dans la pratique du théùtre d'improvisation. Le cours débutant du mardi de 20h avec Bertrand en est l'occasion et nous serons ravi de vous initier à cet art. Contactez nous pour faire votre cours d' essai à katapulte.contact@gmail.com
Afterwork
Afterwork
Salsa On 2 Lesson - Beginner ++ / Intermediate
Salsa On 2 Lesson - Beginner ++ / Intermediate
Hello everyone! Are you passionate about Salsa On2 and dreaming of improving your skills? Or do you already dance Salsa On1 and want to make the big move to On2? You’re in the right place! 👉 The trial class is available for **5€.** **TRIAL CLASS REGISTRATION :** [https://latinflow.fr/sinscrire-maintenant](https://latinflow.fr/sinscrire-maintenant) **📅 CLASS SCHEDULE :** đŸ”č **Studios Micadanses (Paris 4th)** 15 rue Geoffroy l’Asnier – Metro: Saint-Paul / HĂŽtel de Ville / Pont Marie **Tuesday :** * 21:00–22:00 : Portoricain Salsa On2 – Beginner+/Intermediate **Wednesday** : * 19:00–20:00 : Tonicity & Flexibility – All levels * 20:00–21:00 : Bachata – Beginner * 21:00–22:00 : Bachata – Intermediate/Advanced đŸ”č **Loft Lechapelais (Paris 17th)** 6 rue Lechapelais – Metro: La Fourche / Place de Clichy / Rome **Saturday :** * 14:00–15:00 : Portoricain Salsa On1 – Intermediate * 15:00–16:00 : Portoricain Salsa On1 – Beginner * 16:00–17:00 : Bachata – Beginner All studios are spacious and equipped with mirrors. **đŸ“Č INFO & BOOKINGS:** * Tel : 06 27 48 50 88 * Email : yous.dance@gmail.com * Instagram : @yous.dance / @cami.danse * Facebook : Yous.dance * Website : [https://latinflow.fr/](https://latinflow.fr/)
Entrepreneurs Coworking in a Boat
Entrepreneurs Coworking in a Boat
Vous avez un business en ligne ? Un site internet ? Une boutique shopify ? Des produits sur Amazon ? Ou sinon, vous avez une idĂ©e, un projet ? Venez alors nous rejoindre pour 4 heures de "Deep Work" dans le cafĂ© de la pĂ©niche Annette K. Le Deep Work repose sur l'Ă©limination (ou, Ă  dĂ©faut, la rĂ©duction) des tĂąches qui ne sont pas essentielles pour rester concentrĂ© sur ce qui est important. Sachez que nous ne pouvons pas ĂȘtre au maximum de notre efficacitĂ© pendant plus de 3 ou 4 heures par jour! Nous travaillerons sur un nombre de sĂ©ances dĂ©finies ⏰ đŸ’» (50min, 45min, 40min, 35min, 30min, 40min): Total = 4 heures; avec des petites pauses de 10min entre les sĂ©ances Pendant les pauses, nous nous Ă©changerons sur principaux dĂ©fis de l'entrepreneuriat, les challenges de chacun, comment les surmonter, comment vendre plus, comment scaler son business, etc. À bientĂŽt! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Do you have an online business? A website ? A Shopify store? Products on Amazon? Or simply an idea, a project that you'd like to work on? Then come and join us for 4 hours of "Deep Work" at the coffee shop of the boat Annette K. Deep Work relies on eliminating (or failing that, reducing) non-essential tasks to stay focused on what's important. Keep in mind that we cannot be at our maximum efficiency for more than 3 or 4 hours a day! During the breaks, we will discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, the challenges that each one of us is facing, how to overcome them, how to sell more, how to scale your business, etc. See you soon!

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Ready-Set-Write Lazy Sunday edition (IN-PERSON):   11:00 Start Time
Ready-Set-Write Lazy Sunday edition (IN-PERSON): 11:00 Start Time
Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohùme Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!*** [Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--paris/)
Réseauter et entreprendre
Réseauter et entreprendre
Rencontre Entrepreneurs & Futurs Entrepreneurs Venez Ă©changer, partager et vous inspirer autour de l'entrepreneuriat, dans une ambiance conviviale et chaleureuse ! Rejoignez-nous chaque jeudi dans un restaurant brĂ©silien de renommĂ©e internationale pour un moment de networking et de dĂ©tente. Tarifs : 10€ : inclut 5€ pour l'organisation (logistique) + 5€ pour une consommation. Option repas Ă  volontĂ© : 15€ supplĂ©mentaires pour dĂ©guster un buffet brĂ©silien. Agenda : 19h30-19h45 : PrĂ©sentation du groupe & networking informel. (PunctualitĂ© recommandĂ©e) 19h45-20h30 : PrĂ©sentations des projets et idĂ©es (2 minutes par personne). 20h30 et aprĂšs : Discussions en petits groupes selon vos intĂ©rĂȘts. Rencontres avec nos collaborateurs ou orientation vers des partenaires spĂ©cialisĂ©s. ThĂ©matique de la semaine : Gestion du stress, des Ă©motions et des relations. Notre philosophie : "Seul, on va plus vite ; ensemble, on va plus loin." OpportunitĂ©s : Sponsors : Vous souhaitez soutenir nos initiatives ? Offrez-vous une visibilitĂ© auprĂšs d'une communautĂ© dynamique. Partenariats : Artistes, coachs, influenceurs, discutons de vos propositions ! Contactez-nous : 📞 0680432638 (Saidou) đŸ“© hypnotimeconseilservice@gmail.com Messenger via notre page. 📍 RDV : 31 rue du Faubourg St Martin, 75010 Paris MĂ©tro : Strasbourg St-Denis N'hĂ©sitez pas Ă  nous suivre sur nos diffĂ©rents liens de communication postĂ©s ci-dessous, afin d'ĂȘtre au courant des nouveautĂ©s et actualitĂ©s en temps voulu! Ggoupe meetup pour Ă©changes et rĂ©seautages https://www.meetup.com/.../reseautage... Groupe Facebook pour entrepreneuriats https://www.facebook.com/groups/2120429924809744/?ref=share_group_link Page Facebook en lien avec l'entrepreneuriat https://www.facebook.com/lefirmament https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028020715285 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067700986598 Groupe Watsapp pour entrepreneurs et futurs entrepreneurs https://chat.whatsapp.com/LDaalKuMDTNJ9BqaOkrItQ Groupe Watsapp pour les bons plans voyages et sorties, Ă  but d'intĂ©rĂȘt commun https://chat.whatsapp.com/KxYzoXGSN707c72UotXcvY
Ready-Set-Write!  Paris Saturday morning - BohÚme Café Coworking
Ready-Set-Write! Paris Saturday morning - BohÚme Café Coworking
## Details Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohùme Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!***
Apéro Chirstmas
Apéro Chirstmas
🎄 ApĂ©ro Christmas Socializus đŸŽ…đŸ„‚ En Navidad, siempre es complicado reunirse con internacionales y expatriados... ÂĄpero tenemos la soluciĂłn perfecta! 🎁 Acompåñanos en una velada festiva con foie gras, embutidos, tapas y bebidas, todo ello en un alegre ambiente navideño. đŸ€¶đŸŽ„đŸ§‘â€đŸŽ„ ÂĄVen con un gorro de PapĂĄ Noel, una guirnalda o un pequeño accesorio navideño para entrar de lleno en el espĂ­ritu festivo! đŸŒŸđŸ„ł 📍 DirecciĂłn: se facilitarĂĄ tras confirmar la asistencia en www.paris.socializus.com 💬 (Haz clic AQUÍ para recibir un recordatorio por WhatsApp el dĂ­a del evento) Nos vemos pronto, Paul y el equipo de Socializus 🎉 TraducciĂłn realizada con la versiĂłn gratuita del traductor DeepL.com
PLU Open Mic
PLU Open Mic
Paris Lit Up open mic (PLU) Every Thursday in English (other languages too – when in Rome, speak French) at the historic home of French Slam poetry, Culture Rapide (103 Rue Julien Lacroix, 75020). If you would like to read, dance, sing or otherwise express yourself, sign up is open and free to all, starting at 20.00-ish. We go until we drop or run out of performers! In any language. Or no language at all. No limits, just respect. Plus, each week featured performers from around the world are invited to strut their stuff before our rowdy but respectful audience. For this week's special guest, see: www.facebook.com/ParisLitUp Not in Paris? Join us online at "PLU Live on Zoom"! Every Wednesday from 9pm CET. Just like an open mic, but we chat a bit too. Always the same link, hosts rotate: http://tiny.cc/PLUopenmic
Réunion entrepreneurs & professionnels : édition réseautage
Réunion entrepreneurs & professionnels : édition réseautage
\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-FRANÇAIS\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Chaque jeudi dĂšs 20h00, rencontres et Ă©changes entre entrepreneurs, futurs entrepreneurs et investisseurs.** **PossibilitĂ© de se restaurer sur place (repas typique du brĂ©sil Ă  volontĂ© Ă  seulement 15€ au lieu de 20€)** **Participation au choix Ă  partir de 5€ pour financer le dĂ©veloppement de le communautĂ©.** Nous cherchons des sponsors, animateurs (qui auront des avantages) & intervenants (pour les soirĂ©es Ă  thĂšme) aussi merci d'envoyer un WhatsApp au +33669403256 si vous intĂ©ressĂ©es et on peut en Ă©changer. Langues d’échange: français et anglais PARIS Entrepreneurs Network - PEN vous invite pour une autre rĂ©union de rĂ©seautage, dans une bonne compagnie. Agenda: 🕣 20:00 Ă  20h15 prĂ©sentation du but du groupe & networking informel (vous pouvez venir en retard) 🕣 20h15 Ă  20:45 chacun prĂ©sente ses projets et idĂ©es en 2 minutes ou moins. 🕣 ensuite on Ă©change avec les autres participants qui ont des intĂ©rĂȘts similaires (et ensuite avec tous les autres) Vous pouvez venir en retard, mais il est prĂ©fĂ©rable d'ĂȘtre a l'heure. Nous cherchons des sponsors pour soutenir le dĂ©veloppement de notre projet de mise en relation des entrepreneurs. Les sponsors auront une grande exposition auprĂšs de notre communautĂ©. Contact: 06 69 40 32 56 Cosmin cosminre@gmail.com Adresse & MĂ©tro Rodizio O Brazil 31 Rue Faubourg Saint Martin, Paris 75010 🚇 M.4,8 Saint Denis RDV: Salle au 1er Ă©tage Suivez nous sur: Page Facebook [www.facebook.com/ParisEntrepreneursNetwork](http://www.facebook.com/ParisEntrepreneursNetwork) Groupe Facebook [www.facebook.com/groups/414607288734615/](http://www.facebook.com/groups/414607288734615/) Partenaires media: Wediscover [www.wediscover.it](http://www.wediscover.it/) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-ENGLISH\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Let's meet for the another PEN (Paris Entrepreneurs Network) Meetup. 5€ fee and you You can also have the benefit...all you can eat Brazilian food 15€ (instead of 20€)** Language: English or French depending on the preference of the participants (we can split in 2 groups if strong preferences) Agenda of discussions: 08:00 PM to 08:15 PM Presentation of the goal of the group & informal networking (15 min maximum) 🕣 08:15 PM to 8:45 PM Each one presents them-self and their main projects in 1 or 2 minutes (or less; you don't need to have a clear project) 🕣 after we then exchange mostly with the people who have similar interests (and after with everybody else) You can came later to the event if you have some unexpected situations, but it's important to be on time. About the venue: Quiet place good to talk. Address & Metro resto Rodizio O Brazil 31 Rue Faubourg Saint Martin, Paris 75010 🚇 M.4,8 Saint Denis Contact (preferably SMS): 06 69 40 32 56 Cosmin cosminre@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook [www.facebook.com/ParisEntrepreneursNetwork](http://www.facebook.com/ParisEntrepreneursNetwork) Facebook Group [www.facebook.com/groups/414607288734615/](http://www.facebook.com/groups/414607288734615/) â˜Żïž Nos autres communautĂ©s et Ă©vĂ©nements sur Paris et IDF â˜Żïž 🌏 WhatsApp General: [http://bit.ly/WhatsAppWeDiscover](http://bit.ly/WhatsAppWeDiscover) 🌏 WEB: [www.wediscover.it](http://www.wediscover.it/) 🌏 Billetterie tous les VOYAGES & EVENEMENTS sur Paris [https://linktr.ee/WeDiscoverParis](https://linktr.ee/WeDiscoverParis) 🌏 Groupe Telegram : [http://bit.ly/TelegramWeDiscover](http://bit.ly/TelegramWeDiscover) 🌏 Facebook: [http://bit.ly/FacebookWeDiscoverParis](http://bit.ly/FacebookWeDiscoverParis) 🌏 Instagram: [http://bit.ly/InstagramWeDiscoverParis](http://bit.ly/InstagramWeDiscoverParis) â˜ŻïžđŸŽ„ Youtube (prĂ©sentation concept WeDiscover): [http://bit.ly/VideoDescriptionWeDiscover](http://bit.ly/VideoDescriptionWeDiscover) ☑ WhatsApp voyages en Colombie et AmĂ©rique [http://bit.ly/WhatsAppColombieAmerique](http://bit.ly/WhatsAppColombieAmerique) ☑ WhatsApp voyages en Europe (et en France): [http://bit.ly/WhatsAppEuropeFrance](http://bit.ly/WhatsAppEuropeFrance) ☑ ​WhatsApp dĂ©veloppement personnel & professionnel: [http://bit.ly/WhatsAppDevPersoEtPro](http://bit.ly/WhatsAppDevPersoEtPro) ☑ WhatsApp Entrepreneurs et Investisseurs [http://bit.ly/WhatsAppEntrepreneursInvestisseurs](http://bit.ly/WhatsAppEntrepreneursInvestisseurs) ☑ WhatsApp Bon Plan Etudiant [http://bit.ly/WhatsAppBonPlanEtudiant](http://bit.ly/WhatsAppBonPlanEtudiant) Info : 06 69 40 32 56 Cosmin (par SMS uniquement)
Songwriting exercises
Songwriting exercises
Object writing weekly group practice as taught in Write Better Lyrics by Pat Pattinson. We can also practice other exercises from the book or from other resources in the same vein. Object writing : a noun picked through a random word generator, a 10 min timer to delve into our sensory imagination and free-flow with this prompt. Then a 5 min timer each to take turn sharing.

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LGBTQIA+ Community Crochet- First Meeting!
LGBTQIA+ Community Crochet- First Meeting!
**Calling all queer crochet enthusiasts;** I am a visual artist located in Columbus that is searching for people who may want to gather while also participating in creating a piece of artwork. My goal is to spend time enjoying one another’s company while making a work of art that will be displayed within our community. I plan to teach people to crochet (if unfamiliar) while also inviting current fiber artists to join us for some much-needed social interaction. There are no expectations from those who attend, materials will be included, and any amount of participation is welcome! If you have a favorite crochet hook or current project you are welcome to bring that along too! The primary goal is to foster a safe space for our community to chat, create and be. For further information please email [landerknits@outlook.com.](http://landerknits@outlook.com.) \*This will be our first meeting, bring friends and make new ones. Come as you are and make along side other like-minded folks.
Contra dance with Big Scioty on Jan 3 - First Congregational Church
Contra dance with Big Scioty on Jan 3 - First Congregational Church
**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!
Shut Up & Write!Âź Easton Town Center
Shut Up & Write!Âź Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One CafĂ©, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! ‱ What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 12:00 - quick intros. 12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! ‱ What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The CafĂ© on Sunday!
Shut Up & Write!ℱ Easton Town Center
Shut Up & Write!ℱ Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One CafĂ©, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! ‱ What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! ‱ What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The CafĂ© on Saturday!
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!