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**ENGLISH** SATURDAY May 16th: IRISH PARTY🍀 Meeting Point: Flannerys Irish Pub Av. Tobalaba 379, Providencia. At 9:00 pm \-\-\-\-\- Check our instagram: [@VIVETHINK ](instagram.com/vivethink) Welcome to VIVETHINK\, the most international experience in Santiago \| Party with locals and travelers from all over the world\. We meet Saturday night to practice languages, make friends and party together with themed parties from 9:00 pm to +3:00 am **🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM** During the first part of the night you will enjoy: Language exchange (All languages) Karaoke 🎤 Chilean or Irish welcome drink 🎁 Party Games Celtic Live Music 🍀 Perfect to break the ice, meet locals and people from different countries. **🕚 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM** International Party at Hotel W After 11:00 PM, the night continues with: International party at the best Hotel in Santiago - Marriot Hotel W 🌍 Tourists & travelers are welcome 💳 Pay at the door (cash or card) Price: $15.000 CLP per person (or equivalent in USD) ✨ 🎁 BONUS for International travelers Just by joining the event, you also get: 1 FREE Spanish, English or Portuguese lesson +Discounts on the best tours, restaurants and accommodations in Santiago, you get better prices thanks to our partnerships just for international travelers. Are you ready for one of the most international nights in Santiago? Search for VIVETHINK and see what other travelers say about us 🌎 **ESPAÑOL** SÁBADO 16 de mayo: FIESTA IRLANDESA 🍀 Punto de encuentro: Flannerys Irish Pub, Av. Tobalaba 379, Providencia. A las 9:00 pm *** Revisa nuestro Instagram: @VIVETHINK Bienvenido a VIVETHINK\, la experiencia más internacional en Santiago \| Fiesta con locales y viajeros de todo el mundo\. Nos reunimos los sábados por la noche para practicar idiomas, hacer amigos y celebrar juntos con fiestas temáticas desde las 9:00 pm hasta más de las 3:00 am. 🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Durante la primera parte de la noche disfrutarás de: * Intercambio de idiomas (todos los idiomas) * Karaoke 🎤 * Trago de bienvenida chileno o irlandés 🎁 * Juegos de fiesta * Música celta en vivo 🍀 Perfecto para romper el hielo, conocer locales y personas de distintos países. 🕚 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM Fiesta internacional en el Hotel W Después de las 11:00 PM, la noche continúa con: * Fiesta internacional en el mejor hotel de Santiago – Hotel W Marriott 🌍 Turistas y viajeros son bienvenidos 💳 Pago en la puerta (efectivo o tarjeta) Precio: $15.000 CLP por persona (o equivalente en USD) ✨ 🎁 BONUS para viajeros internacionales Solo por unirte al evento, también obtienes: * 1 clase GRATIS de español, inglés o portugués * Descuentos en los mejores tours, restaurantes y alojamientos en Santiago, con precios especiales gracias a nuestras alianzas para viajeros internacionales

(también conocido como #AdminBirras) Un poco más tarde de lo usual, nos volveremos a reunir para compartir lo que aprendimos en Nerdearla, y relajarnos en torno a bebidas y picoteos. Somos parte de Sysarmy Chile, grupo de entusiastas de la tecnología y que entrega soporte a quienes dan soporte (o trabajan en tecnología). Únete a nuestros encuentros, donde hablamos sobre las últimas tendencias, compartimos conocimientos y conectamos con personas con intereses similares. Tanto si eres un profesional con experiencia como si acabas de empezar, Sysarmy Chile es el lugar ideal para disfrutar de la tecnología y pasarlo bien. Esta actividad sigue el Código de Conducta de https://nerdearla.com/code-of-conduct/ . El asistir a este evento implica respetar dicho código. P.S.: English speakers are welcome! E se fala português, venha com a gente também!

Traer mat y buena onda

We're looking forward to seeing you at Engineering Night at Uber's Santiago Tech Center — May 13 at 17:40. Here's what we have lined up in the agenda for you: * Welcome to Uber by our Site Lead From engineers who graduated recently and are already shipping at scale: * Shipping features for thousands of stores in my first 6 months * From code to real life: The supply problem Happy Hour: Stick around, grab a drink, and talk directly with our engineering team. Ask anything. Apply to the event at = https://p.uber.com/recentgrad-may2026 See you Wednesday!

Where: Meet inside of Juan Pablo II park on the steps in front of Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario Church. Donde: dentro del Parque Juan Pablo II en las escaleras al frente de la Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario. What to bring: Water. Gloves are optional (we will do exercises on the grass, stairs, etc.) Que traer; Agua. Guantes son opcionales (haremos ejercicios varios en el pasto, escaleras, etc.) Workout: 5k run combined with HIIT stations open for all levels Entrenamiento; recorrido de 5km de trote con paradas para hacer entrenamiento funcional para todos los niveles

Where: Meet inside of Juan Pablo II park on the steps in front of Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario Church. Donde: dentro del Parque Juan Pablo II en las escaleras al frente de la Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario. What to bring: Water. Gloves are optional (we will do exercises on the grass, stairs, etc.) Que traer; Agua. Guantes son opcionales (haremos ejercicios varios en el pasto, escaleras, etc.)

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

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."

Ciao a tutt\*! Let's meet Monday at 6.30pm at the Upper Arlington Library (Tremont Branch) in **Meeting Room A** to speak in Italian for 1 hour.

Open to public: Friday, 5/15/26: 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 5/16/26: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Hosted by OSU The 2026 Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale and Auction Fundraiser Location: Lawn area south of the Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center 2201 Fred Taylor Dr, Columbus, OH 43210 Spring Plant Sale Spring into greenery at Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens! Join us for our annual Spring Plant Sale Fundraiser and dive into a lush world of botanical delights. With over 16,000 fresh, exotic, and time-tested edible and ornamental plants, there's something for every green thumb! Experience the thrill of our tree and shrub auctions, where you can bid on unique specimens to enhance your garden sanctuary. Step into our Learning Lab, where engaging educational demonstrations on various garden topics will unfold throughout the three-day sale, enriching your knowledge and inspiring your green endeavors. Take part in an exciting, live auction offered each day, as well as a silent auction on Thursday and Friday. Explore vendor booths brimming with gardening essentials and delightful treasures. And while you shop 'til you drop, indulge in delectable treats from a delicious, local food truck. Proceeds from this event go directly to The Ohio State Chadwick Arboretum, student organizations, and local businesses alike. Come one, come all! Let's cultivate a brighter, greener future together. Credit/debit cards only.

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow

**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.