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New Year’s Eve social! LAST ENTRY 8.30PM
FREE entry if you ATTEND WITH A FRIEND! Come down and make new friends from all over the world! Karaoke, DJ and more!
Port Melbourne Walks – Fresh Air, Friendly Faces
Looking to get outside, clear your head, and connect with good people? Join us for a relaxed walk around the beautiful streets and coastline of Port Melbourne.
This is a casual meetup—no fitness goals, no pressure. Just a friendly stroll, good conversation, and a reason to step away from screens and into the fresh air. Whether you’re new in town, working from home, or just want a social reason to walk, you’re very welcome.
Come as you are. Comfy shoes, water bottle, and curiosity are all you need.
**Optional:** After the walk, some of us might grab a coffee nearby — feel free to join if you’re up for it!
Wednesday Night Chill Run
Let's have fun while watching the night view with our friends!
🏃♂️Training menu🏃♂️
Every Wednesday 6:00p.m~
Fed Square Assembly
【https://maps.app.goo.gl/zmPQ6U533pUDcNSA9?g_st=ic】
If you have luggage, please consider using the lockers at the station.
💥40~60 min Jog+Walk
Pace: Easy pace, suitable for beginners. If you got tired, let's walk together.
【schedule】
6:00 p.m Gathering
6:10 p.m Start
7:00 p.m End of training
Challengers we are waiting for you 😊
Meet and Chat Events This Week
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¡Melbourne Language Exchange - Blue Studies!
🍻Come to the language exchange in Melbourne!
🌍Practice your preferred language while making new friends and getting to know more about new cultures.
THURSDAYS
👉🏻Where? DIESEL BAR, 202 Little Lonsdale St.
⏰What time? From 18:00 to 22:45
👨🏻🎓🍻The first 50 international students who register at the QR CODE entrance will get a free drink.
🤩5$ ENTRY + 1 free drink for non-students.
Solo travellers: casual hangout in Melbourne (4pm)
**No pressure, no plan—just new friends** ✨
Whether you’re visiting Melbourne for the first time, recently relocated, or simply love connecting with curious people, this weekly meetup is the perfect way to share stories, make friends, and go explore, as a group, the magic that Melbourne has to offer 🇦🇺
**What to expect?**
• **Casual & hostless**: no formal host, no schedule: just show up, be yourself, meet fellow solo travellers & expats and decide as a group where you feel like going
• **Central meeting point**: it is surrounded by cultural landmarks, cafes, and restaurants, making it a convenient and safe starting point.
• **Open to everyone**: whether you are a local, an expat or just passing through for a few days, you are welcome to join. (English is the primary language, but feel free to switch of course)
**How to talk with strangers?**
(and create meaningful connections)
To help you get started, I curated a little game of **[ridiculously good questions](https://www.pierrebonvalot.com/theblog?p=285a9711d7df80d5ac25dd4ef8fe5394&pm=c)** you can ask to break the ice, shift the conversation from dull to intriguing and fun, and eventually create meaningful connection quickly. I hope this helps!
**The only things you need to do are…**
• Leave a message in the comment section to let the others know that you will actually be there (I don’t want you to end up alone there :)
• If you can’t make it anymore, no problem! But please update your RSVP to let the others know
• Please be gentle and patient with each other. We all want to make good friends here.
**Why join?**
• Meet open-minded travellers and locals who are keen to connect, learn and have fun together.
• Experience Melbourne... as a group.
• Be part of a global community that celebrates solo travelling and meaningful connections between foreign and locals.
**How does it works?**
1\. Arrive at the meeting spot at the scheduled time\.
2\. Look for other joiners—friendly faces and curious explorers\.
3\. Introduce yourself\, connect with others\, and decide as a group where to go\.
**When & where?**
• Day: every Sunday
• Time: 4:00 PM (meetup sometimes displays a different time zone: but it’s always 4pm local time)
• Location: in front of the Dolphin Fountain (inside Fitzroy Gardens)
**Hostless**: I am setting up the event for you all to meet, but I won't be there myself this time :)
**Hi my names is Pierre**
I created this Meetup group because I want to see more human connection happen in the real world. I feel many of us want this, but don't exactly know how to go about it. I hope this helps a little bit.
I also work as a transformational coach: I help people who feel stuck in their life to reconnect with themselves, create real change and ultimately live more fulfilling lives.
🔗 bento.me/pierrebonvalot
FREE Salsa & Bachata classes & rooftop party EVERY FRIDAY in South Melbourne
EVERY FRIDAY!
FREE dance classes & social dancing and Reggaeton every week with Obsesión Latina - Salsa & Bachata & OYE Latino at The Albion Rooftop - South Melbourne!
Main room:
6:45pm Doors open. Come in for a drink!
7:00pm 2 levels of Salsa classes
8:00pm 2 levels of Bachata classes
9:00pm Non-stop Bachata & Salsa
10:30pm Reggaeton all night!
Rooftop:
10:45pm After the Bachata & Salsa in the main room, we can head upstairs to the rooftop for some more Bachata & Salsa until midnight followed by old school Reggaeton hits.
FREE entry all night every Friday!
Book your class spots to helps us manage the class ratios and also because we may need to start capping numbers as we sometimes have over 140 students!
First-timers welcome!
No need to bring a partner, but the more the merrier!
Dress as if you're going to a bar/club.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/643132756387?aff=oddtdtcreator
https://facebook.com/events/s/free-salsa-bachata-classes-and/774826730817092/
Let’s grab a Coffee, Walk and Chat.
Hi Everyone,
Let’s grab a coffee, go for a walk around The Tan and enjoy being in the presence, meeting new people, exploring this social event in a relaxed and open environment.
The Tan walk, jog or run around is a 3.827km track around the Botanic Gardens.
We could do 1 lap, or 2 laps or 3 laps, see how we feel being in the moment.
There are cafes on Domain Road right across from the meeting point. Feel free to grab a coffee before the event starts.
This event is child and pet friendly.
IMPORTANT!
*Mind The Walk of this meetup will NOT accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury / accidents for your personal belongings/property at social meetups.
*Attending and participating at social meetups you are taking responsibility for your own, self-awareness, well-being and safety.
Thank you
Mind The Walk
FREE Speed Friending, Language Exchange, Boardgames & Karaoke LAST ENTRY 6.30PM
MUST TAP “ATTEND” (PLEASE SPECIFY NUMBER OF GUESTS). FREE ENTRY ONLY IF YOU BRING A FRIEND. This is an extremely popular event so please RSVP EARLY to avoid disappointment as PLACES ARE LIMITED. Please arrive on time at 5.30pm as NO ADMISSION WILL GRANTED ONCE THE VENUE REACHES FULL CAPACITY.
Please follow instagram.com/eventsinmelb for more FREE events!
LAST ENTRY STRICTLY AT 6.30PM
Movie & Chat - Watch “Song Sung Blue” at Village, Southland
**Please note:** This event has been posted on multiple Meetup groups.
You can access a discounted ticket price if you are a **Vrewards member**. Not a Vrewards member? **[Join now for FREE](https://villagecinemas.com.au/vrewards).**
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**How to find us:** Meet outside TGI Fridays.
**Meetup Time / Session:** Let's meet at 2.30 pm, for the 3.15 pm VPremium session. We will wait about 15 minutes until everyone has arrived.
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**Duration:** 133 mins - i.e., about 2 hours, 15 minutes.
**Meetup Venue:** Village Cinemas, Southland - 1239 Nepean Hwy, Cheltenham, Victoria 3192.
**\> Directions on [how to get there by car](https://villagecinemas.com.au/cinemas/southland?tab=about); or [how to get there by train](https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/stop/1001/southland-station/0/train/#StopPage:::datetime=2024-12-30T10%3A38%3A24.933Z&directionId=-1&showAllDay=false&_auth=879472dc6ad13266ce18119ab192f14e882dcdb8fe511a14e585563cac243abe)**
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**Details:**
You don't need to purchase your movie ticket beforehand.
We will meet at the meetup location and wait about 15 minutes until everyone has arrived.
We will then line up together to get our tickets and snacks for the movie so we can sit next to each other.
After the movie, we will go for a post-film chat and enjoy a drink/food.
If you have any questions, feel free to drop a message in the Comments section.
I look forward to seeing everyone there!
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**Watch Trailer:**
[Watch Trailer](https://villagecinemas.com.au/movies/song-sung-blue?cinemaId=282&tab=about)
**Synopsis:**
Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians (Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson) form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it's never too late to find love and follow your dreams.
**Classification:** M (Mature themes, coarse language and sexual references)
**Genre:** Drama
**Release Date:** Thursday, January 1, 2026
**Director:** Craig Brewer
**Cast:** Kate Hudson, Hugh Jackman, Fisher Stevens, Michael Imperioli, Jim Belushi, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Hudson Hilbert Hensley, Mustafa Shakir
Meet and Chat Events Near You
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Saturday Mornings @ East Market
Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating.
Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. If the weather cooperates we will be meeting in the patio.
Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."
Morning people unite!! 🐤 ☕ + 💬 @ 5 Bean Coffee
Early-bird coffee and conversation at [5 Bean Coffee](https://5beancoffee.com/)!
🔥 Lincoln Street Salsa 🔥 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!🔥
**💥 Join us THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!**
**💥 At Columbus’ Hottest New Salsa Venue!**
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Lincoln Street Salsa
THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!
8 pm – 1 am
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**💥 Gorgeously Renovated Studio!**
**💥 Free Parking!**
**💥 BYOB!**
**💥 Easy Access from Highway!**
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Lincoln Street Salsa
1717 Brice Rd
Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43215
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**ENTRANCE IS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING**
**Behind Anthony’s Pharmacy!**
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**PLEASE SHARE and help get the word out!**
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**🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!**
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**🟣** 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm
**𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻**
**.**
**🟣** 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm
**𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Class!**
**.**
**🟣** 9:30 pm – 1 am
**𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆!**
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**✅ Questions?**
**Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)**
Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146
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**✅ No Experience Necessary!**
**✅ No Partner Required!**
**✅ Plenty of People to Dance With!**
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**✅ $15 Cash / $16 Card**
**✅ College Students $5 Off with Valid ID!**
**✅ BYOB**
**✅ Age 18+**
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**✅ Lincoln Street Salsa is the perfect place for…**
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**👉 Learning to Dance**
**👉** Social Dancing
**👉 Birthday Celebration**
**👉** Bachelorette Parties
**👉 Girl’s Night Out**
**👉 Date Night**
**👉** Getting Fit / Burning Calories
**👉 Meeting New People**
**👉** Having Fun, Fun, Fun!
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✅ **Questions?**
Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/ "https://columbussalsadancing.com/")
Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146
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💃 Lincoln Street Salsa Saturdays! 💃 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing! 💃
**💥 Join us THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!**
**💥 At Columbus’ Hottest New Salsa Venue!**
**.**
Lincoln Street Salsa
THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!
8 pm – 1 am
**.**
**💥 Gorgeously Renovated Studio!**
**💥 Free Parking!**
**💥 BYOB!**
**💥 Easy Access from Highway!**
**.**
Lincoln Street Salsa
1717 Brice Rd
Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43215
**.**
**ENTRANCE IS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING**
**Behind Anthony’s Pharmacy!**
**.**
**PLEASE SHARE and help get the word out!**
**.**
**🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!**
**.**
**🟣** 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm
**𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻**
**.**
**🟣** 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm
**𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Class!**
**.**
**🟣** 9:30 pm – 1 am
**𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆!**
**.**
**✅ Questions?**
**Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)**
Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146
**.**
**✅ No Experience Necessary!**
**✅ No Partner Required!**
**✅ Plenty of People to Dance With!**
**.**
**✅ $15 Cash / $16 Card**
**✅ College Students $5 Off with Valid ID!**
**✅ BYOB**
**✅ Age 18+**
**.**
**✅ Lincoln Street Salsa is the perfect place for…**
**.**
**👉 Learning to Dance**
**👉** Social Dancing
**👉 Birthday Celebration**
**👉** Bachelorette Parties
**👉 Girl’s Night Out**
**👉 Date Night**
**👉** Getting Fit / Burning Calories
**👉 Meeting New People**
**👉** Having Fun, Fun, Fun!
**.**
✅ **Questions?**
Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)
Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋
**IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...**
[The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up.
* This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).





























