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**Ticket booking and information** **👉 [https://annameurer.com/services/guided-photowalks/](https://annameurer.com/services/guided-photowalks/) 👈** **Discover the city through a different lens.** Are you looking to sharpen your photography skills while exploring the hidden corners of Tallinn? My guided photowalks are designed for anyone who loves capturing moments. It doesn’t matter which camera you use. And yes, even a smartphone 😁 **The Experience** These walks are a unique blend of a hands-on workshop and a casual urban exploration. We don’t just walk from point A to point B; we look for the stories hidden in the architecture, the play of natural light on the cobblestones, and the authentic textures of the city’s industrial spaces. The atmosphere is intentionally relaxed and social. There are no stiff lectures here, just a group of like-minded people enjoying the craft of photography. **What’s Included** * **Professional Guidance:** I’ll be right there to offer real-time advice on composition, lighting, and technical settings. * **Creative Assignments:** To keep things interesting, I’ll provide small, fun „photo challenges“ throughout the walk to help you see the world in new ways. * **Q&A Sessions:** Have a specific question about your gear or a certain technique? Ask away as we walk. **Is this for you?** Whether you want to master manual mode, improve your „eye“ for composition, or simply spend a few hours being creative in good company, you are welcome here. Together we focus on the authenticity and clarity of the image, which helps you take photos that feel honest and direct.

👋 **Host** (text/call if you can't find the group) * Alisa +372 560 49 272 (call) / +972 585 77 45 37 (WA text) Love languages? 👅 Want to practice speaking? Come to our meetup! *How does it work? Simple!* 👉 Make a name tag with your name and languages that you speak/learn! 👉 Look for someone who has a language you want to practice - and strike a conversation! *Important:* * **Be comfortable to "eavesdrop"** **on a conversation** in a fascinating language you are not ready to speak yet - "I just want to listen" is a thing! ☝😎 * If someone joins you with this intention - **don't switch to English** (as you normally would, because you don't want to exclude your friend from a conversation!) - but in this setting - **keep talking!** You are giving others an opportunity to listen! 😁👂 Well, this is it... we are looking forward to seeing you on Friday! Let's discover unexpected language matches together! 🤩 📸Disclaimer: The host may take photos during the event for promotion purposes. If you do not agree with this, please inform the host directly at the beginning of the meetup, otherwise it will be understood as consent. ✅**Please RSVP** so that we could take your participation into account. Let the hosts know if you happen to be late. Invite friends and family who share your love for books and languages! *** 📲 **Keep up with all of our events!** Join our [WhatsApp chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LXpfN4kY6H87vN5noPOryc), ask us for an invitation to the Facebook chat or follow us on social media. 🗓️ **We have meetups happening every day** of the week! From in-depth discussions to relaxed evenings and fun-filled weekends. Explore our full event calendar[ here](https://www.meetup.com/daily-meetups/events/calendar/). Hope to see you soon! 💬 Wish to **join hosting**, have questions or something to report? Don't hesitate to get in touch with the community manager: * Dalisa Cisneros / Daily Meetups (Facebook) * meetupsdaily@gmail.com * @dailymeetups (Instagram)

🥐 **Web3 Community Brunch – May Edition** ​📅 **Friday, May 22th, 10:00–12:00** Hosted by **Estonian Web3 Chamber** 📍 **Basiilik Restoran – our brunch partner** ​May is here, bringing longer days, fresh energy and another chance to gather around the table with Estonia’s Web3 community. ​☕️ **Exclusive perk:** All attendees enjoy a permanent **-10% discount** on the menu with code **EW3**, thanks to our partnership with Basiilik Restoran. ​✨ **What to expect:** ​🌿 A relaxed March morning with the Web3 community ☕ Coffee, brunch & meaningful conversations 💡 Space to share what you’re working on and meet potential collaborators ​Whether you're deep in the space or just starting to explore, you’re welcome at the table. 👉 **RSVP and join us at Basiilik Restoran for the March brunch!** **NB!** At 16.00 we welcome you again at Basiilik Restoran for Bitcoin Pizza Day! That means free pizzas and drinks, plus amazing opportunities for networking. More information and registration in our social media channels! 👉 RSVP & see you at brunch: https://luma.com/4ocixz5n

To all locals, expats, and visitors in Tallinn, welcome! My wife and I are delighted to invite you to study the Word of God with us every Friday at 6:30 p.m. in a casual setting, accompanied by coffee and tea. We believe the Bible is entirely true, and we strive to live by its teachings. We also believe that the love of God is so powerful that it can touch hearts and heal what's broken in all of us. Let's study Christianity together to help you find answers to questions like: \*What is the meaning of life? * How do I deal with difficult situations * Who is God, and what is the Trinity? * How can Jesus Christ help me? * How can I forgive and treat others with love? Please join us or reach out if you have any questions! The meetups are in English.

Hi We are gathering the the Maleva tram station in Kopli. Meeting time: 12:00 All the best! Maria Asperk

Dear All I am excited to announce our next event which will take place at Cafe Lummus in the Old Town. This will be our 162nd event 😀 Cafe Lummus offers decent coffee, tea and other cakes for you to enjoy. It is a great café for relaxing and socializing. We may even be able to sit outside if the weather is kind. Looking forward to another good turnout! Nabil

Candle Making Workshop 🤎 Join us on 23/05 (Saturday) from 15:00–17:00 for a cozy and creative candle-making experience at My Little France. Create your own handmade candle, enjoy a relaxing afternoon, and make something special to take home. All materials are included. Participation is 25€ per person or 40€ for two. Buy your tickets here: https://fienta.com/et/candle-making-workshop-5 Bring a friend or come solo, either way, you’ll leave with a beautiful candle and a lovely memory ✨ If you have any questions, contact us via WhatsApp: +37253559454

🥐 **Web3 Community Brunch – May Edition** ​📅 **Friday, May 22th, 10:00–12:00** Hosted by **Estonian Web3 Chamber** 📍 **Basiilik Restoran – our brunch partner** ​May is here, bringing longer days, fresh energy and another chance to gather around the table with Estonia’s Web3 community. ​☕️ **Exclusive perk:** All attendees enjoy a permanent **-10% discount** on the menu with code **EW3**, thanks to our partnership with Basiilik Restoran. ​✨ **What to expect:** ​🌿 A relaxed March morning with the Web3 community ☕ Coffee, brunch & meaningful conversations 💡 Space to share what you’re working on and meet potential collaborators ​Whether you're deep in the space or just starting to explore, you’re welcome at the table. 👉 **RSVP and join us at Basiilik Restoran for the March brunch!** **NB!** At 16.00 we welcome you again at Basiilik Restoran for Bitcoin Pizza Day! That means free pizzas and drinks, plus amazing opportunities for networking. More information and registration in our social media channels! 👉 RSVP & see you at brunch: https://luma.com/4ocixz5n

To all locals, expats, and visitors in Tallinn, welcome! My wife and I are delighted to invite you to study the Word of God with us every Friday at 6:30 p.m. in a casual setting, accompanied by coffee and tea. We believe the Bible is entirely true, and we strive to live by its teachings. We also believe that the love of God is so powerful that it can touch hearts and heal what's broken in all of us. Let's study Christianity together to help you find answers to questions like: \*What is the meaning of life? * How do I deal with difficult situations * Who is God, and what is the Trinity? * How can Jesus Christ help me? * How can I forgive and treat others with love? Please join us or reach out if you have any questions! The meetups are in English.

Join us for a feel-good **45-minute barre-inspired beach workout** designed to strengthen, tone, and energise your whole body 🌞 Expect a full-body burn with a mix of barre-inspired movement, booty burners, core activation, balance work, and low-impact strength exercises — all set against the beautiful backdrop of Pirita Beach. This class is all about moving together, enjoying nature, and feeling good in your body. We’ll breathe fresh air, soak up the beach vibes, and build strength in a supportive and welcoming environment. ✨ All levels welcome ✨ Bring your own mat ✨ Donation based — pay as you wish ✨ Come solo or with friends ✨ Meet new people & enjoy the community vibe Whether you’re trying barre for the first time or already love a good burn, this class is for anyone wanting to move, connect, and get stronger together 💛

**Welcome to Drunken Philosophy** a casual, curious social discussion **Optional topic for this meetup: What's up with all the AI hate?** A recent survey found that 74% of Americans have a negative view of AI, and I want to know why. Come out and debate whether AI is good or bad. My hot take: a labor-saving tool that could potentially help cure cancer gets called dangerous because it might raise unemployment or cause a speculative investment bubble, that tells you a lot more about capitalism and the economic system we live under than it does about the tool itself. As a computer programmer, I think AI is a wonderful tool that has increased my productivity by at least an order of magnitude. I'd go so far as to say Claude Code is the best tool I have ever used. Debate me and name a better one. Is AI potentially dangerous? Yes, but so are a lot of tools. Chainsaws. Steam engines (early ones would occasionally explode and kill everyone in the room). Do you think cavemen sat around debating whether fire could be used as a weapon or for self-harm, and decided not to discover it? I have two friends who hate AI for opposite reasons: one thinks it's a fad and not useful, and the other thinks it's going to take over everything and cause human extinction. Come out tonight, have a friendly debate, and make some friends. No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it's fun.

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. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Bring your work or your hobby, hang out, and code with us. Follow @buckeyecocoa for more information.

For the last 5 years, Central Ohio Friends and Columbus Social Connection have teamed up for some incredible nights out and some of the biggest social events in Columbus with our biggest combined event bringing out 80+ people. ⚠️ Please only RSVP through ONE group to help keep headcount accurate. Now we’re celebrating where it all started. On Friday, May 22, we’ll be joining Central Ohio Friends 🍻 **Starting at** Brothers Bar & Grill in the Arena District the same place their very first event was held back in 2021. Whether you’ve been to one of our events before or **have been waiting for the right one to come out to,** this is a great one to jump into. Stop scrolling. Start doing stuff. If you find value in these events consider contributing Link can be found in comments!

Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings. This Month's Presentation: Nothing yet. (You should volunteer). What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)? CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics. What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)? BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend. Presentations! Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website. To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter. Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.