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Take a slow walk through one of the most beautiful green spots in Buenos Aires 🌿 We’ll explore the Botanical Garden and nearby Palermo parks while meeting new people, sharing local recommendations, and enjoying a relaxed afternoon together. This is not a traditional tour — it’s more like walking around the city with local and international friends. Perfect for: • travelers • expats • digital nomads • solo travelers • anyone looking for a calm social experience in Buenos Aires We’ll walk around the Botanical Garden, talk, take photos, enjoy the atmosphere, and optionally grab a coffee nearby after the walk ☕️ 📍 Meeting point: Botanical Garden entrance (Palermo) ⏰ Duration: around 1.5–2 hours 💸 Free event / donation based Bring comfortable shoes and good energy ✨

🧠 Get ready to put your thinking caps on! 🧠 **⏱️ Doors open 7.30pm, please try to arrive by 7.50pm so the games can start at 8pm!** 🍻Join us every Tuesday night for the weekly brain teasing, cocktail drinking, social extravaganza that is the BA Trivia Pub Quiz 🥳 **🍔 Everyone is welcome, new members and old, come with a team or alone, we'll sort you out with some friends! 🎊** 💃The best part about our trivia nights is they are a great chance to meet new people! The first half hour is generally spent socializing amongst the newbies, where the host(s) will help you organise into teams to play. 🕺 **💲Please $6000 pesos cash on the day of the event (if you have a local account we also accept transfers)** 🏆 PRIZES are awarded to the teams who come first, second, third and second to last.🏆 The questions are split into 5 different rounds of differing themes, in the style of an old fashioned Anglo-Saxon pub quiz. The categories can vary from TV, cinema, history, geography, sport, music and so much more. We try to vary questions from all over the world so everyone has their moment to shine. Our hosts change every week and the questions are always different at every event. **Questions will be in English!** Hope to see you all there! **NOTE: if you plan on bringing a team, please message Aaron on Whatsapp +5491164054348 directly so we can save you a table.** To see what our events are like check out our Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/batriviaquiz/](https://www.instagram.com/batriviaquiz/)

On Fire es un Grupo que esta formado hace mas de 8 años. Estamos rearmando equipos y convocando nuevos jugadores NO IMPORTA si jugas bien o mal, lo importante es que quieras divertirte y pasar un momento agradable. Jugamos en Cano Futbol - Santiago del Estero 1253 - CABA Inscribite, conocenos, y veras que venis a Jugar cada Martes. La idea es que puedas reservar tu lugar para jugar todo el mes. Los valores de las canchas son muy accesibles. Escribinos al 011-3640 5900

**La Ronda Show — Trivia + Show in a Bar (Buenos Aires)** Looking for a different kind of night out? We’re launching **a new group in Buenos Aires**, and La Ronda Show is a team-based game experience in a bar where you play, laugh, and compete, with no pressure and no phones. You don’t need to know a lot or have played trivia before. The questions are simple, dynamic, and designed for fun. During the night, you’ll play several rounds (general knowledge, visual, audio, and more), earn points with your team, and enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere with music, energy, and a host guiding the whole show. 👉 Teams of 2 to 8 people 👉 Don’t have a team? We’ll match you with one on the spot 👉 The event is held in Spanish 👉 Great for coming with friends or **meeting new people** Perfect for after work, a date, or trying something new in Buenos Aires. 📅 **Date:** May, 28 ⏰ **Time:** 8:30 PM 📍 **Location:** Pentos, Colegiales (Ramon Freire, 1499) **💸 Price: 10.000 ARS por persona** (efectivo o transferencia) ⚠️ **To join the game, please register via WhatsApp +541156439521** 👉 Join La Ronda Show and don’t miss it. We are in **Instagram: laronda.show** *** **La Ronda Show — Trivia + Show en bares (Buenos Aires)** ¿Buscás un plan distinto para salir a la noche? Estamos lanzando **un grupo nuevo en Buenos Aires** y La Ronda Show es una experiencia en equipo en un bar donde jugás, te reís y competís… sin presión y sin celulares. No hace falta saber mucho ni haber jugado trivia antes. Las preguntas son accesibles, dinámicas y pensadas para divertirse. Durante la noche vas a jugar varias rondas (cultura general, visuales, audio y más), sumar puntos con tu equipo y disfrutar de un ambiente relajado, con música, ritmo y un host que lleva toda la energía del show. 👉 Se juega en equipos de 2 a 8 personas 👉 Si no tenés equipo, te sumamos a uno en el momento 👉 El evento se realiza en español 👉 Ideal para venir con amigos o **conocer gente nueva** Perfecto para after office, una cita o simplemente hacer algo distinto en Buenos Aires. 📅 **Fecha:** 28 de mayo ⏰ **Hora:** 20:30 📍 **Lugar:** Pentos, Colegiales (Ramon Freire, 1499) **💸 Precio: 10.000 ARS por persona** (efectivo o transferencia) ⚠️ **Para anotarte, escribinos por WhatsApp +541156439521** 👉 Sumate a la primera edición y no te quedes afuera. Somos en **Instagram: laronda.show**

SPANISH VERSION BELOW 👇 **☕ Culture Shock Therapy – Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk** Some conversations change your day. Some change your life. Every Sunday we create a space for meaningful conversations about life, emotions, culture, psychology, relationships, and the things we usually don’t talk about in normal social events. 📍 Tienda de Cafe Italiano – Perón 4233, CABA 🕕 Every Sunday \| 18:00 – 20:00 🎟 Entry: 5,000 ARS (≈ 5 USD) **What you can expect:** • Deep questions • Social dynamics • Interactive games to feel comfortable • Open-minded people • Respectful environment • Coffee, ideas, and connection You don’t need to be an expert. You just need to be honest. This is not small talk. This is real conversation. Follow us on Instagram: [https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy) ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL 👇 **☕ Culture Shock Therapy – Deep Conversation / Coffee Talk** Algunas conversaciones te cambian el día. Otras te cambian la vida. Cada domingo creamos un espacio para conversaciones con sentido sobre la vida, emociones, cultura, psicología, relaciones y todo lo que normalmente no se habla en eventos sociales comunes. 📍 Tienda de Cafe Italiano – Perón 4233, CABA 🕕 Todos los domingos \| 18:00 – 20:00 🎟 Entrada: $5.000 **Qué podés encontrar:** • Preguntas profundas • Dinámicas sociales • Juegos para que todos se sientan cómodos • Gente abierta • Ambiente respetuoso • Café, ideas y conexión No necesitás ser experto. Solo necesitás ser auténtico. Esto no es charla superficial. Es conversación real. Seguinos en Instagram: [https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)

**MEET & CHAT BUENOS AIRES is a face-to-face engaging meeting** of people of different backgrounds and ages. English speakers whether native or local participants are welcome! The idea is to generate a fluid conversation about current events or personal experiences in travel, leisure, education and so forth. The important thing is, we think, not to be a member of a social media group but to have an experience hand to hand In a relaxed atmosphere. This is an "in person" meeting at a venue to be announced with reservation, on or near Av. Cabildo and Av. F. Lacroze to José Hernandez Street, Belgrano-Palermo, Buenos Aires. ( On the Metrobus Cabildo and Subway or Subte, Line D, Olleros or José Hernandez Stop. Please write with RSVP and get exact address. Places are limited. To participate you should check the date announced for the event and 1. If interested, please send a mail to [meetandchat@gmail.com](http://meetandchat@gmail.com/) with your contact info, and WhatsApp number to CONFIRM and obtain exact address. 2. The participation fee is $ 6000Ar. Edibles not included. 3. When this event takes place at the Amenity Room in private building, please bring your snacks/drinks and share !! **Please check the location whereabouts every week as it may change!** For better contact, even if you don't participate at this date please send your contact information and WhatsApp number to: [meetandchat@gmail.com](http://meetandchat@gmail.com/) to receive our flyers. Attendance may not be reflected in Meetup as it is no the only media we use. Join Meet & Chat Buenos Aires for an engaging Language Exchange & Cultural Exploration meetup! Practice English, engage in bilingual Spanish/English conversations, and learn about different cultures while making new friends in Buenos Aires. Whether you're a local looking to enhance your communication skills or an expat wanting to connect with the international community, this event is perfect for you. **Join us !!** Immerse yourself in diverse topics such as Reading, Watching Movies, Dining Out, and Travel while discovering the beauty of Cultural Diversity. Experience the joy of sharing languages, participating in Culture Exchange, and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of this English as a Second Language meetup. Don't miss this opportunity to mingle, learn, and have a great time with like-minded individuals. Let's create memorable experiences together in Buenos Aires!

Español abajo 👇 ## ENGLISH VERSION Ever walked into a room full of strangers and thought *"d#\*n, where do I even start"*? 🤔 Yeah. Us too. That's exactly why this exists. 💡 **What's happening:** We get a group of locals, foreigners, travelers, and random interesting humans in one room. Then we play some conversation games. Simple stuff. Cards with questions. Getting people to actually talk to each other instead of standing around pretending to read the bar menu. 🍸 **But here's the thing:** You don't have to be fluent. You don't need to be outgoing. You can literally show up alone, stand in a corner, and still leave with a new contact in your phone. 📱 No forced networking. No "let me tell you about my startup" Just conversations. Real ones. ✨ **Who comes:** People who moved here and don't know anyone. People who speak three languages and want to practice a fourth. Travelers killing time before their next flight. Locals curious about what's happening in their city. 🌍 Basically: everyone who's tired of the same old bar scene. **The details:** 📍 Sabores Puros — inside Sileo Hotel Azcuénaga 1968, Recoleta 🕕 Saturday \| 18:00 – 20:00 🎟 **Entry:** $5.000 Come solo. Leave with stories. *Or don't. No one will notice.* 🤷 Follow us on Instagram: [https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy) *** ## VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL ¿Alguna vez entraste a un cuarto lleno de estranjeros y pensaste *"m·#\*da, por dónde empiezo"*? 🤔 Sí. Nosotros también. Por eso existe esto. 💡 **Qué pasa:** Juntamos un grupo de locales, extranjeros, viajeros y humanos interesantes random en un cuarto. Después jugamos algunos juegos de conversación. Cosas simples. Cartas con preguntas. Haciendo que la gente realmente hable entre sí en lugar de pararse alrededor fingiendo leer el menú del bar. 🍸 **Pero aquí está lo bueno:** No tienes que ser fluido. No necesitas ser extrovertido. Literalmente puedes llegar solo, pararte en una esquina, y aún así irte con un nuevo contacto en tu teléfono. 📱 Sin networking forzado. Sin "déjame contarte sobre mi startup" Solo conversaciones. Reales. ✨ **Quién viene:** Gente que se mudó aquí y no conoce a nadie. Gente que habla tres idiomas y quiere practicar un cuarto. Viajeros matando tiempo antes de su siguiente vuelo. Locales curiosos sobre qué está pasando en su ciudad. 🌍 Básicamente: todos los que están hartos de la misma escena de siempre. **Los detalles:** 📍 Sabores Puros — Sileo Hotel Azcuénaga 1968, Recoleta 🕕 Sábado \| 18:00 – 20:00 🎟 **Entrada:** $5.000 Ven solo. Vete con historias. *O no. Nadie se va a dar cuenta.* 🤷 Seguinos en Instagram: [https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy](https://instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy)

**MEET & CHAT BUENOS AIRES is a face-to-face meeting** of people of different backgrounds and ages. English speakers whether native or local participants are welcome! The idea is to generate a fluid conversation about current events or personal experiences in travel, leisure, education and so forth. The important thing is, we think, not to be a member of a social media group but to have an experience hand to hand In a relaxed atmosphere. This is an "in person" meeting at a venue to be announced with reservation, on or near Av. Cabildo and Av. F. Lacroze to José Hernandez Street, Belgrano-Palermo, Buenos Aires. ( On the Metrobus Cabildo and Subte, Line D, José Hernandez Stop. Please write with RSVP and get exact address. Places are limited. To participate you should check the date announced for the event and 1. If interested, please send a mail to meetandchat@gmail.com with your contact info, and WhatsApp number to CONFIRM and obtain exact address. 2. The participation fee is $6000Ar. Edibles not included. 3. When this event takes place at the Amenity Room in private building, please bring your snacks/drinks and share !! For better contact, even if you don't participate at this date please send your contact information and WhatsApp number to: meetandchat@gmail.com to receive our flyers. Attendance may not be reflected in Meetup as it is no the only media we use. **Join us !!** Immerse yourself in diverse topics such as Reading, Watching Movies, Dining Out, and Travel while discovering the beauty of Cultural Diversity. Experience the joy of sharing languages, participating in Culture Exchange, and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of this English as a Second Language meetup. Don't miss this opportunity to mingle, learn, and have a great time with like-minded individuals. Let's create memorable experiences together in Buenos Aires!

## ☕ **Language Exchange Café – Español & English. Real connections ✨** **Ubicación:** Francis Café – Charcas 3251 **Horario:** 18:00 a 20:00 **Entrada:** $5.000 ARS / 5$ ### **Español** ¿Cansado de practicar idiomas solo con apps que no te contestan? ¿Harto de decir *“How are you?”* y que nadie te pregunte de vuelta? Este **Language Exchange Café** es para personas reales, conversaciones reales y cafés de verdad ☕ Nos juntamos en **Francis Café** para hablar **español, inglés (o spanglish sin culpa)**, intercambiar culturas y crear conexiones que no mueren cuando se termina el café. No es una clase No hay profesores Nadie te corrige con cara de superioridad Solo charlas relajadas, risas, acentos variados y ese momento mágico donde entendés… o fingís que entendés y seguís igual Ideal para: extranjeros, viajeros y locales curiosos ️ practicar idiomas sin presión conocer gente interesante en un ambiente tranquilo Vení por el idioma. Quedate por el café. Y tal vez… por las conexiones reales ✨ *** **Location:** Francis Café – Charcas 3251 **Time:** 6:00 – 8:00 PM **Entry fee:** $5,000 ARS ### **English** Tired of practicing languages with apps that never reply? Sick of saying *“How are you?”* and no one asking back? This **Language Exchange Café** is for real people, real conversations, and real coffee ☕ We meet at **Francis Café** to speak **Spanish, English (or guilt-free Spanglish)**, exchange cultures, and create connections that don’t disappear when the coffee is gone. Not a class No teachers No one correcting you with a superior look Just relaxed chats, laughs, different accents, and that magical moment when you understand… or pretend you do and keep going Perfect for: expats, travelers, and curious locals ️ practicing languages with zero pressure meeting interesting people in a calm environment Come for the language. Stay for the coffee. And maybe… for the real connections ✨

🇪🇸Español Abajo 👇 💫 **Biodanza: Conexión auténtica a través del movimiento** 💫🫂 Have you ever experienced this? You meet someone on the dance floor, share a rhythm, a glance, a smile. You don’t even know their name, yet you feel a sense of connection and human unity. That’s Biodanza. 🔹 **What to expect?** ✔️ Connecting with others in an authentic way — this time through the body ✔️ No steps, no choreography. Two left feet are welcome! ✔️ Inspiring movement invitations that awaken your inner child and reveal hidden potentials If you’re ready to dive into the unknown and meet others in a direct, playful, and unpredictable way, this is your call! Remember: our bodies don’t lie — they simply express what is alive within us. 📍 **Where?** Centro Cultural “Portal Rojo", Quito 4231 (Almagro) 💰 **How much?** 23000$ 🙋🏼‍♀️ **Who?** Your facilitator is Valerie Kattenfeld. She was trained by the family of the founders of Biodanza and loves guiding group processes that foster human connection in safe, non-judgmental spaces — using dance as her main tool. 👟 **What to bring?** Wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move easily, both standing and on the floor. Bring a bottle of water. ☕ **And afterwards?** Join us for a coffee at Diletto nearby! **FOLLOW US** **INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY / @valeriekattenfeld** [https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy/](Instagram) *** 💫 **Biodanza: Conexión auténtica a través del movimiento** 💫🫂 ¿Alguna vez viviste esta experiencia? Conocés a alguien en la pista de baile, comparten un ritmo, una mirada, una sonrisa. Ni siquiera sabés su nombre y, sin embargo, sentís una complicidad y una profunda conexión humana. Eso es Biodanza. 🔹 **¿Qué podés esperar?** ✔️ Conectar con otras personas de manera auténtica — esta vez a través del cuerpo ✔️ Sin pasos, sin coreografías. ¡Bienvenidas las personas con dos pies izquierdos! ✔️ Propuestas de movimiento inspiradoras que despiertan tu niño interior y evocan potenciales tapadas Si estás lista/o para sumergirte en lo desconocido y encontrarte con otras personas de una manera directa, lúdica e impredecible, esta es tu invitación. Recordá: el cuerpo no miente, simplemente expresa lo que está vivo en nuestro interior. 📍 **¿Dónde?** Centro Cultural “Portal Rojo", Quito 4231 (Almagro) 💰 **¿Cuánto?** 23.000$ 🙋🏼‍♀️ **¿Quién?** La facilitadora es Valerie Kattenfeld. Se formó con la familia de los fundadores de Biodanza y le apasiona acompañar procesos grupales que fomentan la conexión humana en espacios seguros y libres de juicio, utilizando la danza como herramienta principal. 👟 **¿Qué traer?** Vení con ropa cómoda que te permita moverte con facilidad, tanto de pie como en el suelo. Traé una botella de agua. ☕ **¿Y después?** ¡Después de Biodanza podés sumarte a un café en Diletto, que queda cerquita! **SEGUINOS** **INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY / @valeriekattenfeld** [https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy/](instagram)

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** Like it or not, AI agents are now capable of turning a quickly written paragraph of requirements into a pull request that is ready to be integrated into real-world production applications and it's now our responsibility to make sure AI doesn't go rogue and take down prod - or corrupt our data by misunderstanding the requirements or our existing schemas. In this session we'll explore strategies to protect our codebases through unit and integration testing, documentation, and code review along with additional ways of providing context and guard rails to our AI agents as they carry out the work we've assigned them to do. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm grasp of the problem and understand some helpful options for protecting your codebase from vibe coding mishaps getting YOLOed into prod. **YouTube Link** TBD

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it? How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp. This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

This is a free, in person meeting. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan