Historic Preservation

Hey friends! 🔥 This Friday we’re firing up the grill for a proper BBQ Night at WHATEVER. Get ready for a full Argentine asado experience — juicy meat, chorizo, fresh salads and wine… all shared the way locals do: with good music and great people. And yes — veggie option available too 🌱 What to expect*: 🔥 Argentine BBQ (asado) 🥗 Fresh salads 🍷 Wine & good vibes 🌎 International & argentine crowd 💃🏻Folklore Show 🥳After party 🕗 8PM Come hungry, come social, and come ready to experience Argentina for real. ✨ F*ck normal, we have magic. ARS 35.000 all inclusive *During the dinner

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 ✨

Hey people 🔥 This Friday we’re bringing three vibes into one night at Whatever. Start with Choripán Night at 8PM — real Argentine street flavor. Then dive into a Live Folklore Show at 9PM — rhythm, culture, and tradition. And from 10PM to 2AM, we go full party mode with Cachengue & Reggaeton 💃🏽 Food, drinks, culture, music & surprises all night long. Free entrance. Good energy guaranteed. Come solo or with friends — you’ll leave with new ones 🌎 📍 Humberto Primo 820, San Telmo This is not just a plan… it’s an experience.

Hey friends! Ready for a Choripán Night? 🌭🔥 Join us for one of the most iconic Argentine street food experiences. We’ll fire up the grill and prepare delicious choripanes with fresh bread, chimichurri and all the good vibes. What’s included: Choripán + a glass of wine 🍷 Time: 8PM After that… we eat together, enjoy the music and share a great night with travelers from all over the world. 🎶 Come hungry, bring your hostel friends and get ready for a true Argentine classic. Don't miss it… Fuck normal, we have magic. ✨

Hi Digital Nomads, **💫** Every other week we meet with an international crowd and we’re back at our nomads cave, **Behind Bar**! Don’t worry about the winter cold, we’ve got the AC blasting inside! 🔥❄️ ​​ ​​ 📍🕗 Feel welcome @ **Behind Bar** \| Costa Rica 4933 \| **FRIDAY 22 MAY:** 8:45pm - 1am 🍺🍹 Happy Hour from 9 until 10pm & the best in house drinks ever - **please ask for your wristband & use the bar at the front!** 🎵🎤 DJ or music all night! [⚡🎟️ ](https://luma.com/pz8hs72a)**[RSVP now!](https://luma.com/pz8hs72a)** [https://luma.com/pz8hs72a](https://luma.com/pz8hs72a) And as always... come as you are & enjoy the show! 💃🕺 Keep spreading the ‘For Nomads by Nomads’ love 💕 See you FRIDAY 22 MAY! Abrazo grande 🤗 **Team BA Digital Nomads** Agus & Darío ​​​*🍻👉 Tip: join our [WhatsApp groups](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Eq1s21K4Muj9fxJqX4HZY4) and meet/inspire/share with thousands of other digital nomads.* PS: If you enjoy the BA Digital Nomads community, you can **support us by “buying us a coffee” at [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badn](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/badn).** Your contribution helps us cover our Meetup and Luma subscriptions and keeps our events free and fun for everyone. Thanks for being part of this community! 🙏

Ready to speak English, meet people from around the world, and have a great time? 🌍 This is a great opportunity to meet international people while sharpening your communication skills. Join us at TEGOBA (The English Group of Buenos Aires) for a dynamic evening of conversation, connection, and cultural exchange. Whether you're a native speaker or a fluent learner, this is your space to connect, share, and enjoy real conversations. ✨ Good vibes. Great conversations. Global friendships. Come solo or with friends, grab a drink, and be part of a vibrant community of locals and expats who love connecting through language. 🗣️ **Conversational level of English is required** – this meetup is all about natural, flowing conversation. If you can jump into discussions with ease, you’ll fit right in! Expect engaging chats about travel, culture, life experiences, and anything that sparks curiosity. No boring lessons—just real people, real conversations, and a welcoming international atmosphere. See you at TEGOBA! Watch this video to check your level for participating in our meetings. [https://youtu.be/dAmsEhnDWXM](https://youtu.be/dAmsEhnDWXM)

**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 José Hernandez Street, Belgrano-Palermo, Buenos Aires. ( On the Metrobus Cabildo and Subway or Subte, Line D, José Hernandez Stop. Please write with RSVP and your cell #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 !! 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. Attendandance 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!

If you’re 30+ and feel like there are no good places left to meet new people… you haven’t experienced a **Millennial Pre-Party** yet 💿 It’s not just a hangout, and it’s not exactly a party either — it’s the perfect mix of both. A relaxed social night designed to meet people who are in the same stage of life as you, while enjoying the music we all grew up with. We’ll chat, play games, dance, and sing along to the ultimate throwback hits from our era. ✨ 📍 **Meeting point: Mons Hostel (Azcuénaga 1896, Recoleta)** **⌚ Time: 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM** **🌐 Bilingual event: Spanish & English** ✨ **What’s included:** ✔ Welcome drink ✔ Old School Reggaetón DJ Set ✔ Icebreaker games to help everyone connect naturally ✔ Event hosts throughout the night ✅ **How to join:** • Book through [Passline](https://www.passline.com/eventos/previa-millennial-513416) • Or pay cash at the venue 💸 🎯 **Perfect for:** People who enjoy starting the night early, socializing, dancing, and still making it home at a reasonable hour 😌 🔞 **Recommended age: 27 to 40 years old**

In this workshop led by artist and longtime BA resident Sarah Smith, we'll work with photos by Argentine photographer Maria Zorzon to create collages aiming to reflect the immigrant experience. The workshop will take place at Maria's beautiful home studio in Paternal, where we'll wrap up the afternoon with wine and homemade focaccia. * Languages: English and Spanish. * All materials provided * Suitable for all levels * Cost: ARS 50,000 * Flyer and artist portfolio: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYKWPcaEeMI/

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This Friday too we bring something truly Argentine to the house: a live Folklore Show with Camila Herrera. Experience the energy of chacarera, bombo and boleadoras — rhythm, dance and tradition all in one night. A powerful cultural moment where music and movement tell the story of Argentina. This is not just a show, it’s something you feel. What to expect: 🥁 Live folklore performance 💃 Traditional dance & boleadoras 🔥 Authentic Argentine culture 🌎 Shared with people from all over the world 🥳 After Party at our bar 🕘 9PM Come ready to watch, feel… and maybe even dance. ✨ F*ck normal, we have culture. ARS 10.000 Ticket to the show + wine cup

Meet the world without leaving Buenos Aires. A chill, friendly space where locals and travelers come together to share music, drinks and real conversations. Different cultures. Different stories. Same vibe. Come hang, connect and be part of something real. No pressure. No expectations. Just good people, good music and good energy. WHATEVER Experience Lab San Telmo F*ck normal… meet the world. 🌍✨

👉🏼**Ampliá tu círculo social y conectá con personas fuera de tu entorno habitual**. Te invitamos a un evento único donde podrás relajarte, disfrutar de una cerveza 🍻, y compartir experiencias en un ambiente cálido y distendido. Si aún no te animaste a participar, ¡es el momento! Este encuentro está diseñado para conocer gente nueva, generar contactos valiosos y pasarla bien. 🔥Sabemos que el primer paso puede ser difícil, pero ya hemos organizado más de **150 eventos**, y siempre recibimos tanto a participantes nuevos como a aquellos que vuelven una y otra vez. El ambiente es abierto, ameno y perfecto para hacerte sentir parte de nuestra comunidad desde el primer momento. Si eres nuevo en la ciudad, quieres sociabilizar, conocer y conectar con gente interesante, te animo a unirte y formar parte de nuestra comunidad. 👉🏼 **El evento es GRATUITO**. El CONSUMO es OBLIGATORIO. 🕒 **Edades habituales**: entre 30 y 60 años. ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad de expandir tus horizontes! ¡Te esperamos!

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**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.

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.

Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel. Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger. Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life. Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.

**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.

Hosted by OSU Extension Summer 2026 Food Preservation Workshops Join Shari Gallup from Ohio State University Extension, for a summer food preservation series at the Bryn Du Mansion. Discover how to safely preserve food at home. Learn basic food preservation methods including pressure canning, water bath canning and drying. June 4 - Water Bath Canning July 9 - Pressure Canning August 6 - Drying Fruits and Vegetables We're excited to once again welcome Shari Gallup from The Ohio State University Extension Office to lead a series of Life Local food preservation workshops. These hands-on sessions are designed to help participants learn practical, time-tested techniques for preserving seasonal foods at home. Registration is not yet open but will be available soon. Stay tuned for details on this wonderful series. Time 5:00 p.m. Location Bryn Du Mansion 587 Jones Road, Granville https://www.bryndu.com/public-events

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