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**[⚠️](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/eating-drinking/social-afterwork-free-7439753229959732758.html)[>>Registration needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/eating-drinking/social-afterwork-free-7460249124073413092.html) or** **[www.social-circle.ch](https://social-circle.ch/)** This evening is about **easy conversations, good vibes, and meeting new people without pressure**. From **21:00**, we’re opening the space for **drinks and relaxed mingling**. Some people will be coming from a blindfolded speed dating experience earlier in the evening, others are just joining for a social night out — everyone is welcome. * Good energy * Curious people * Natural conversations over drinks You can come solo or bring a friend. You can flirt, socialize, or just observe. Join our WhatsApp chat to keep up with the event: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FoJN0DzRQgF232huSHiGOi](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FoJN0DzRQgF232huSHiGOi) (if you run into trouble open it in WhatsApp Web on your desktop) 🧠 Who this is for * Singles & non-singles who enjoy meaningful conversations **🎟️ Entry - FREE** Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DaGFCvKs6iu62pftk5cotM](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DaGFCvKs6iu62pftk5cotM) ​P.S. Pictures might be taken during the event, if you do not want it please let the organizer know. Tickets are non-refundable.

. **❤️ WELCOME HOME** **❤️** Event takes place, rain or shine (we got ultra rain-protected areas for everyone ❤️) * **See** **[VIDEO & PHOTOS](https://photos.app.goo.gl/o476bvQ6ZC8CGhG57)** of previous events * **Join** our **Whatsapp** with zero-spam promise [https://chat.whatsapp.com/G01nWpon13VB0gebrqFmfx?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G01nWpon13VB0gebrqFmfx?mode=gi_t) (if link does not work please open via laptop's browser on https://web.whatsapp.com/ ) * **Join** our **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/wearetheconnectionspace/)** * **Testimonials** (scroll to "photos" section to read testimonials) *"The best event I know on Meetup to connect to new friends."* *"First participation, an evening to remember!"* *"So far in 7 years this is the first time I see a really good organised event!"* *"Mega schön"* *"I was positively surprised. They organized everything so well; I met some interesting, friendly people. I highly recommend it"* *"Great! Everything excellent, super organized... lots of people. Great atmosphere"* *"Had a blast!"* *"I am really grateful for the warm atmosphere, inspiring moments"* . **why? Offline fun meaningful connections** with new **friends** for free! That's what we truly desire and makes us happy and healthy! . **how? No "forced" process, only optional fun activities**! In today's event we will have: * New-comer area (never was easier to spark a conversation, with ice-breakers, optional for first time attendees) * fun social games * mindful games * or simply join the great vibe and talk to anyone anytime! 😃 * 20:00 Speed-friending - guaranteed process to meet new people while having fun, with moderator * 20:30 Slow-Friending more time to connect & deeper connection **where?** join **WHATSAPP (see link above)** where we will post the exact location of our tables on the same day of the event (look for "pinned" message). Or just come and find Christos wearing [this hat](https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMse15UzdSJkJB9Tygbr0j3D9VEX1XBua4p0c33ysAJpE3vywTxIJ7hY0n4YtNc7w?key=UEhJR042X0tsQXBoZzB0QmgzSGhCU3R0QUdCQjJn) on the rooftop or call him on 0768175380 . . **coming late?** we got many people until closing at 00:00 so come whenever! . **coming solo?** 95%+ do too - perfect place to come solo! . . . . . . . ***MORE INFO? Read on...*** . **ABOUT US:** **Why?** **fun** **offline meaningful connections**! Have **fun** meeting **new friends** & **existing friends** thus building your **community.** Its scientifically proven that **offline** **human connections** make us **happy** and **healthy** (more on this below) **Where?** at the **rooftop** of Zürich's most famous and beautiful **garden** \- Frau Gerolds garden\! **How?** **Disconnect** your phone & Connect with people in a **free** and **super-fun** event! These recurring events create a "fixed" community without any specific reasons for connection (like interests, genders, age or countries). **Everyone is welcome**! The event is that **simple**😀 * 🌴NEW: beautiful **rooftop** in most beautiful **garden** in central Zürich that comes with its own bar * **🥇** **New comer area** for first-time-atendees with ice-breaker questions (optional area, in case you want to talk to first-time attendees) * 👭 **meet like-minded** **friends** by **voting** your favorite discussion topics - the top 5 will be turned into topic-based tables! * 🃏 **Fun social games** (read game names below) * **🎲 Mindful Connection Games** from [The School of Life](https://www.theschooloflife.com/shop/?_product_type=games-card-sets) with games and questions that go deeper in connection (game names below). Grab a game and start playing. * 👬 or simply **hang-out** and **meet new & old friends** **without** a process . **IMPORTANT:** * **Why so many options above for connection?** We always have: a first-timer area, Fun social games, Mindful games, ice-breaker questions or simply just talk freely to anyone. Often we add: Speed-friending and a Music jam. We believe **you are unique** and each of us prefers different ways of connection. Also we want to provide an opportunity for everyone to try something new * **Easy and "Safe":** We have the whole location reserved for us so its safe to open up and meet new friends (unlike bars in Zürich where people find it strange if strangers talk to them). Christos and volunteers will also help with connection. Read more info below. * **Christos** (see [PHOTO](https://photos.app.goo.gl/pdtVaVGCyDEJ28uE8)) and our co-organisers will be wearing name budges and will aim to **welcome** **everyone.** * **Thank YOU** for being so open in meeting new people and making 50+ events with 7500+ attendees in 2.5+ years happen! * more info via our **[LINKS](http://linktr.ee/connectionspace)** * Yes YOU are **good** & **courageous** for looking for new fun connections! * 95% of people come **solo** \- you can too❤️ * Everyone is in same situation and you ll be surprised how **friendly people** are ❤️ * Come **early** though **later** also ok as many people there **until 00:00** * **It works**! We heard of many new friendships, living together and even getting a new job * For **volunteering** for free please msg Christos 0768175380. We can provide free drinks for your service . **TIPS on HOW TO CONNECT:** * **Look out for a good smile/vibe** in a person/group of 2-3 people and say "Hi my name is xxx, can I join?". * **Try something different** (person, game, table, activity) often until you find **fun** **quality connection** * **Ask** **Support:** we understand going out to meet friends can be a stretch. We make this easy with a fun and safe event. Also you can ask for help from our clearly communicated (see photos of this event) "**People Connectors**" who can help you discreetly to connect with others * **Invest time**(not quickly just come by) as friendships are an investment * **Come back**: big turnaround, people come randomly at each event, so you never know who you ll meet . . . . . **ABOUT US:** **(in detail)** . . **WHY Connection Space**? * ... we ❤️ **uniting people** while having **fun!** We make the world better by enabling **fun quality offline connections** & building **community!** * ... we truly believe **Human Connections** is what we truly **deeply crave** for and what we truly **need** so we can be **happy** and **healthy**! This is proven by data in [ANCIENT HISTORY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg_47J6sy3A), in [MODERN HISTORY](https://www.kiltrohealth.com/blog/blue-zones-social-connection-the-secret-to-longevity-and-well-being) and also scientifically proven by [HARVARD ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KkKuTCFvzI)in an 87 year old study. Yes this makes you [HEALTHY](https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/relationships-boost-survival/#:~:text=Overall%252C%2520social%2520support%2520increases%2520survival,%252Da%252Dday%2520smoking%2520habit) and is what you really need - the other things are not as important as society tells you. . * **WHAT is Connection Space?** Imagine a co-working space where everyone is with headphones, laptops, mostly being 'alone' all day ... or a cafe/restaurant/bar where pretty much all people talk to people they already know.. . The **"Connection Space"** is exactly the opposite of that; its a **fun** social environment outside family and work, a cultural exchange, where we **unite** and hangout with **new and old friends** as **one community**. . Thats it. . No to phones, laptops, zoom-calls, books No to a specific reason to get together (eg. only for specific hobbies, genders, age groups, languages etc) No to just talking to your friends Not a dating, not a party, not an expat-only meetup NO to division (political racial gender etc) . Yes to simple and real in-person connection with new and old friends YES TO FUN! We got many optional activities for you to try out Yes to feeling like home & come as you are Yes to unity, love and respect for one another Yes to eating, drinking and music Yes to everyone-is-welcome & always-free events YES to UNITY! Getting along with each other in spite of different opinions . Our events are **inspired** by the Greek village culture of "[Καφενείο](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kafenio)" (village coffeeshops) with photos [HERE](https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=569660528&sxsrf=AM9HkKlXnclaLfgcockKtdr9qHdmD5jaGw:1696060562834&q=greek+%CE%BA%CE%B1%CF%86%CE%B5%CE%BD%CE%B5%CE%B9%CE%BF&tbm=isch&source=lnms&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi52fX67dGBAxXnlf0HHZNiBHUQ0pQJegQICRAB&biw=1460&bih=913&dpr=2). When myself Christos was a kid, my granddad took me to these "[Καφενείο](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kafenio)". Every neighbourhood had one, and people met, without an exaggeration, on a daily-basis. It was the community center of the village. People met new and old friends, played games, socialised, ate snacks, drank coffee and ouzo. It was a very friendly, welcoming and homey environment. Unfortunately this concept is rapidly dying in Greece. As a kid I had extremely good memories of these coffeeshops, and for this reason I am passionate to revive and recreate this environment and also add a modern twist. Hope you enjoy it! . * **WHAT is NOT Connection Space? NOT** a drinks or party event (responsible drinking only, no shots, no free drinks). **NOT** a dating event. **NOT** foreigners-only, but everyone is welcome * **What KIND of event is this?** Its a mix of **social** and **cultural event** that build **community**. We have many people from so many different cultures socialising, we promote culture with events with Art exhibitions and Live Music and we also revive the social culture of the Greek traditional village coffeeshop (Καφενείο - read more above). * **WHO?** Wir wollen gerne mehr **Schweizer/innen** dabei haben! Alle sind willkommen und die meisten können Deutsch sprechen. Not an expat event. **Everyone welcome**! * **Mindful Connection Games:** from [The School of Life](https://www.theschooloflife.com/shop/?_product_type=games-card-sets) available: Confessions Game, The Friendship Game, Connection Game, The Loser Game, Games for grown-ups and three sets of "100 questions" (Conversation Toolkit & Careers & Relationships) * **Fun Social Games:** bring your own **board/card games** or choose from: Cards against humanity, Exploding Kittens, Codenames, Debatable, Sotally Tober, Taboo, Mafia, Uno, Monopoly and more. . Looking forward to **fun quality Connections**! 🙂

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🌿 **Imagine finishing a peaceful walk in nature… feeling lighter, clearer, and deeply connected to yourself again.** If something inside you is asking for space, clarity, or an emotional reset, this session may be exactly what you need. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your inner calm, this Nature Coaching Session offers a gentle space to pause and realign. This is a **1:1 guided coaching walk in nature**, designed to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and hear your inner voice again. Nature has a powerful way of softening the mind and opening deeper awareness. During our walk, you may experience: • releasing built-up stress • quieting the mental noise • moving from overthinking into embodied presence • accessing new perspectives and insights • feeling grounded, supported, and more like yourself again ***You don’t need to prepare anything, just come as you are.*** Depending on what is alive for you, we may explore topics such as: • finding clarity around a personal or emotional situation • reconnecting with your inner voice and intuition • navigating life transitions or uncertainty • reducing overwhelm or anxiety • identifying and shifting limiting beliefs • cultivating deeper presence, self-trust, and inner peace This is a **safe, compassionate space** where you can speak openly, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters to you. ### How the session works 🌿 We meet in a beautiful natural location in **Zurich Seebach** (exact spot shared after booking). 🌿 The session lasts around **60 minutes**. 🌿 We walk at a relaxed pace — it’s not about distance, but about **presence and connection.** 🌿 During the walk you’ll receive gentle guidance, reflective questions, grounding practices, and intuitive coaching support. 🌿 **This session is offered on a donation basis.** You’re invited to contribute an amount that feels aligned for you, based on the value you receive and what you’re able to give. ***Payment can be made after the session (cash or Twint).***

Fresh from his tour of Ohio & Michigan (USA), Nicholas De Santo makes his debut in Switzerland, for a night of unique conservative comedy! **Nicholas De Santo - Live in Zurich** ➡️ **Tickets at [https://tinyurl.com/Zurich-2026](https://tinyurl.com/Zurich-2026)** **Doors Open 19:30, Show Begins 20:00** Nicholas De Santo is an award winning Italian-born comic based in London, England. One of a handful of conservative stand-up comedians in the UK, he challenges the leftist, mainstream agenda with counter-culture comedy and political satire. Nicholas De Santo has over [100K subscribers on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@AngloItalianComedy) and his routines have been viewed more than 10 million times. In 2019, he was UK's New Act of the Year (NATYS) finalist at Hackney Empire Theatre, London. He has performed in North America, Berlin, Brussels and frequently appears as a comic and commentator on GB News national TV channel. * "One of the best unwoke comics to watch" – The Spectator * "An unapologetic right-winger" – Evening Standard ➡️ **Tickets at [https://tinyurl.com/Zurich-2026](https://tinyurl.com/Zurich-2026)** **Doors Open 19:30, Show Begins 20:00**

**What is SOLA?** [SOLA ](https://asvz.ch/event/412-sola-stafette)is a relay run around Zurich city. A 14x runners team covers a total distance of 114.77 km and an altitude difference of 2,640 m in the greater Zurich area. The 14 sections are between 3.69 - 14.11 km long suitable for all type of runners. **How can I participate with the hashers?** Register using this form: [SOLA 2026 Hash Rego Form](https://forms.gle/u32k4FHWTDaPpKzF8) Teams and allocated legs are available [here](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q6skotPebRNoYWr4WR0YRG2A2BcU10DkdV4krR8NE0w/edit?usp=sharing). This year we have only two SOLA hash teams. **How much does it cost?** For those allocated a place please pay your registration fee of ***CHF*** ***40*** into the regular ZH3 account referencing SOLA 2026 and your Hash name at: **Migros Bank AG, 8010 Zürich** BIC: **MIGRCHZZXXX** IBAN: **CH74 0840 1000 0519 9117 9** Account holder: **Zürich Hash House Harriers** Address: **Gloriastrasse 88, 8044 Zürich** Reference: **SOLA 2026 + Hash Name** **What else should I know?** TBC if SOLA will have dedicated haberdashery. A final party/grill will be organized at the finish line at Irchel park. If you would like to place yourself on the standby list please contact *Premature Cocksucker* (and maybe other hashers). All Zürich Hashers are welcome to cheer on our Hash teams along the route and also to circle starting at 18:00 at Irchel University (follow the pin location). Hash cash will not be collected from regular Zürich Hashers on the day. Regular SOLA rego is CHF 40. As last year SOLA allows all genders to run any of the stretches. The race starts with a leg 1 at 7:30 (all registered teams are slow teams) in the misty Hönggerberg woods. Then runners 2 to 7 head out into Engstringen, up and along the Uetliberg and back into town, finishing at the beautiful University Irchel. The afternoon runners 8-12 start at 12:30 . The trail heads through Forch to Egg and comes back to Witikon. Two short runs from there to the finish at Irchel complete the race. We meet at tents across the lake from the finish. Handover is done by a handshake to the next runners so **it's important to turn up early**. Runners 1, 8 and 13 start sharp at 7:30, 12:30 and 16:45 respectively. For more information visit [SOLA homepage](https://asvz.ch/event/412-sola-stafette)

The hustle and bustle of the city turns into havoc as Mega Floette ex brings turmoil to the streets! Filled with courage and determination, Mega Greninja ex gathers other powerful Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, including Mega Pyroar ex and Mega Dragalge ex, to ward off this growing threat. As night falls, danger blossoms in the Pokémon TCG: *Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising* expansion! While we frequently update our event schedule, we recommend that you check with our [Event Calender ](https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=kabooomentertainment@gmail.com&ctz=Europe/Rome) and our [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/XeEKXnk). Sealed event Doors Open: 11:30 Start: 12:00 Entry fee: CHF 30.- Please be here 10 - 15 mins prior, so we have enough time to register you. The Tournament Participants will receive a prerelease box with Boosters from the new Set and some additional Boosters at the end of the event. If you never been at our store before, make sure to have your [Pokémon ID](https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/) ready. **Follow us on:** Facekbook: [www.facebook.com/kabooom.comicshop](http://www.facebook.com/kabooom.comicshop) *Instagram:* [https://www.instagram.com/kabooom_comics/](https://www.instagram.com/kabooom_comics/) Join our Discord community: [https://discord.com/invite/XeEKXnk](https://discord.com/invite/XeEKXnk)

🇬🇧\*\*\*INGLÉS. **(EN ESPAÑOL ABAJO)** 🤩 I will make this route if someone wants to come, welcome be :) The plan is to unload the negative and take on a positive charge, through different techniques that I share with you. **🏞️ It is route offers us:** Amidst peaceful forests, scenic ridges and open views of the Alps, Baden is one of the best-kept secrets for hiking in Switzerland. Just a few minutes from the historic quarter and its thermal waters, the paths of the Lägern lead to spectacular viewpoints, trails among centuries-old beech trees and corners where silence is only broken by the wind and the singing of birds. **💰 Participatien: 15€ .** **\*Mínimum 5 personas.** 🚆🚍🚘 TO GET TO THE POINT THERE CAN BE 2-3 OPTIONS, local train, bus or car. Everyone as you prefer. **🕚 PUNTO 1️⃣**: 10:00 BAL'S Caffé, Bahnhofpl. 6, 5400 Baden 🚘 FOR WHO COMES WITH THE CAR: you can write me by WhatsApp o leave a note in comments, so everyone who enters can manages directly (putting +1) and others will see available place. FOR EXAMPLE: Meeting place , Places, Time. You can tell me in private. **⚙️ TECHNICAL SHEET:** -Route level: basic-medium. -Disstance: 10-12 km. -Uphill: 200-400 m. **🎒 MATERIAL** (recommend): hat, comfortable boots, water 1.5 l, snack and fruit, sunglasses, sun cream, gloves, sticks, etc. **📝 ROUT PLAN:** 1-2 mini stops of 10-15min will be made until arrival. At the point of arrival we will be 30-50 min: eat, meditate, yoga, yincana, etc. Everyone what you want. 🎯 **THE OBJECTIVE:** feed soul energy, recover spiritual state, release the body from toxins, etc. TELGRAM:https://t.me/+gZk58w2CS7g4OGM0 * ABOUT ME: I have studies and experience in hiking over 10-25 YEARS. I am not a high mountain guide, since we do not go high mountain, that yes, I am much more than that, I am a PROFESSIONAL AS COORDINATOR, AND YOGA INSTRUCTOR. Also 8 complete Camino de Santiago trails. I practice with different groups and alone. * NOTE: The person organizing this event is not considered responsible to those who participate and practice this event and its third parties. HOWEVER AND THEREFORE I will be watching over each participant and will try to take care of them in any way they need. [https://www.segurodeaventura.com/](https://www.segurodeaventura.com/) The payment is voluntary. QUESTIONS: 0041 0762228241 Irena. 🙋Buenos días a todos. Good day everyone. Всем день добрый. 🇪🇦 \*\*\*ESPAÑOL (English text is below) 🤩 Voy a realizar esta ruta si alguien quiere venir, bienvenido sea :) El plan es descargar lo negativo y cargarse de una carga positiva, a través de diferentes técnicas que comparto con vosotros. **🏞️ Esta ruta nos ofrece:** Entre bosques tranquilos, crestas panorámicas y vistas abiertas a los Alpes, Baden es uno de los secretos mejor guardados para hacer senderismo en Suiza. A solo unos minutos del casco histórico y de sus aguas termales, los caminos del Lägern llevan a miradores espectaculares, senderos entre hayas centenarias y rincones donde el silencio solo se rompe con el viento y el canto de los pájaros. **\* Participación : 15€.** **\*Minimum 5 personas** 🚍🚆🚘PARA LLEGAR HASTA EL PUNTO PUEDE HABER 2-3 OPCIONES, cercanía, bus o coche. **🕚 PUNTO 1️⃣:** 10:00 BAL'S Caffé, Bahnhofpl. 6, 5400 Baden 🚘 PARA QUIÉN VIENE CON EL COCHE: dejáis nota en comentarios, así cada uno que entra verá mejor posibilidad que viene . POR EJEMPLO: Lugar de encuentro, Plazas, También me podéis decir en privado **⚙️ FICHA TÉCNICA:** -PARAMOS de caminar: 15:00-16:00 -NIVEL: Básico - Medium -DISTANCIA: 10-12 km. -DESNIVEL: 200-400 m. **🎒 MATERIAL RECOMENDABLE:** gorro, botas cómodos, agua 1,5 l, bocadillo y fruta, gafas de sol, crema solar, tarjeta de transporte, guantes, palos, etc. **📝PLAN DE RUTA:** hasta llegada del punto se va realizar 2 mini paradas de 10-15min. En el punto de llegada estaremos 30-50 min: comer, meditar, yoga, yincana, etc. Cada uno lo que apetece. **🎯 OBJETIVO DE LA ACTIVIDAD:** alimentar alma de la energía, recuperar estado espiritual, liberar el cuerpo de toxinas, etc. TELEGRAM: https://t.me/+gZk58w2CS7g4OGM0 * SOBRE MI: Tengo estudios y experiencia en senderismo más de 10-25 AÑOS. No soy guía de alta montaña, puesto que no salimos alta montaña, eso si, soy mucho más que eso, soy una PROFESIONAL COMO COORDINADORA, Y INSTRUCTORA DE YOGA. Además 8 caminos completos de Camino de Santiago. Practico con diferentes grupos y sola. NOTA: la persona que organiza este evento no se estima de responsabilidades hacia quién participa y práctica este evento y a sus terceros. SIN EMBARGO Y PORSUPUESTO estaré pendiente de cada participante e intentaré cuidarle en todos aspectos que necesite. [https://www.segurodeaventura.com/](https://www.segurodeaventura.com/) El pago es voluntario. PREGUNTAS: 0041 0762228241 Irena. \*

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Outstation: https://asvz.ch/ Party at finish. GM to organise running teams - coming soon

The hares are **Jolly Roger**, **KGBounty**, **Keys To The Toblerone**. **Where**: Meet at Oerlikon Train Station, the north side by the Puzzles restaurant. **When:** We'll meet at 13:50 to start at 14:00. **The Zürich Hash House Horrors** is a fun, outdoor and social group for parents, carers, and kids in Zürich. We meet once a month to explore different parts of the city and surroundings, with a focus on fun and meeting new people. Each Meetup features a themed trail around 2–3 km long, laid out by a volunteer (we call a Hare) using chalk or flour—like a mini treasure hunt for the kids to follow! Along the way, we stop at playgrounds so kids can play and adults can chat. We finish with drinks and snacks for everyone big and small. What to expect: * Pushchair-friendly routes * Kids aged 0–12 welcome * English is the common language (many kids also speak German) * A relaxed, friendly atmosphere Cost: Fr. 3 per adult Fr. 2 per child (over 5) (to cover drinks and snacks) Just bring along a sense of fun and adventure! Got questions? Send us a message—or just turn up and join in.

THE TIME IS NOW. While we celebrate the 1500 beagles getting released from Ridglan, there is still work to be done! To gather more participants and momentum, we are transitioning the rally to May 23rd to fight for the approximately 23,000 dogs trapped in Marshall BioResources in NY. We are also targeting NIH who funds institutions who buy beagles for testing. **Attend the Rally: We will peacefully gather with signs, posters, and positive energy. Bring your friends and share widely!** **Location: Bethesda, MD on 355 near the NIH Metro, any changes will be noted. 1 pm-3 pm**

http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/0/2/1/event_41792801.jpeg Washington DC Metro Shiba Inu Meetup.

Our regular Sunday meetup at the Shirlington Dog Park -- members start arriving around 10:15 a.m. You'll always find an Aussie to play with. There are 3 entrances, so wander the park -- the dogs will find each other! For puppies, Shirlington has a small dog park within the larger dog park. It's the prefect place for your puppy to gain confidence and socialize with others. There is also plenty of room to run. Just a reminder, the Dog Park is under attack by the Arlington County Board of Commissioners. While early plans to decrease the size of the park by 50% has been tabled, it's important to remind Arlington County how important this park is to dogs and owners. Here are links to the change.org petition and the Facebook page where you can get updates. Shirlington Dog Park Page Petition: https://www.change.org/.../arlington-county-board-save... Arlington County Board: Save the Shirlington Dog Park! We love the Shirlington Dog Park -- it provides… change.org Shirlington Dog Park Page Shirlington Dog Park Page Save the Dog Park Facebook page; https://www.facebook.com/groups/696087663906890

Join our weekly walking meetup to have fun, maintain a healthy lifestyle, meet new people, and enjoy nature! We meet Saturdays at 10am, by the bike racks and benches 150 feet in front of BUBBLES Hair Salon in Reston, leaving no later than 10:05. Every week we'll walk the Green Trail to Lake Anne Plaza (\~1 mile), pause there for 5-10 minutes (water, bio, and from April-Nov a Farmer's Market), then circle the lake (2 miles) before returning to our starting point. It's roughly 3.5 miles and takes about an hour and a half. Afterwards, some members will often head to a local restaurant to refuel and relax before tackling the rest of the day. This event is open to all ages and fitness levels, and both friends and dogs are always welcome! We recommend dressing for the weather (umbrella, water bottle, snow shoes, hat, etc.) since we'll always walk, rain or shine. By signing up, you accept and assume all risks and responsibilities with this activity, and nobody will be held liable.

**+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Ride: Summary** **(Must Read)** **+++++++++++++++++++++** * RIDE NAME: Monk's BBQ Ride (W&OD from Leesburg to Purcellville) * **START LOC:** **Loudoun County Garage** **[107 Loudoun St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175](https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9)** **Use above address, then look across the street.** * START GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9](https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9) * START PARKING PIC: [https://bit.ly/Loudoun_County_Garage](https://bit.ly/Loudoun_County_Garage) * ARRIVAL: 10:30am * SPEECH: 10:45am * ROLLING: 11:00am (Monk's opens @ 11:30am) * LEVEL: Medium(-) (the minus is for doing your Own Pace) * DISTANCE: 22 or 27 miles * PACE: Your own pace (but think at least 12-14 mph) * TERRAIN: Paved W&OD Path, Uphill out, Downhill home. * RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE: CBG_MONKS_22_2026 [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33192229](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33192229) CBG_MONKS_27_2026 [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33192977](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33192977) **NOTES:** * Conveniently close to Mom's Apple Pie for dessert * Mom's Apple Pie Bakery: 220 Loudoun St SE, Leesburg, VA 2017 * GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/LNs2ePnVA1WbXv6A8](https://goo.gl/maps/LNs2ePnVA1WbXv6A8) **TIMINGS (approximates):** * Rolling @ 11:00am * 11 miles later: Monk's BBQ @ 12:00-12:15pm * Leave Monk's @ 12:45-1:00pm * 11 miles later: Back in Lesburg @ 2:15 - 2:30pm **+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Ride : Detail** **+++++++++++++++++++++** For your riding pleasure NoVA CBG presents the Monk's BBQ Ride (W&OD from Leesburg to Purcellville). * UPHILL on the way out, DOWNHILL on the way back. * Go at your own pace (Gary is sweep for those that don't know the trail). * Two routes 22 or 27 mile. * Good canopy cover for a sunny day. * GREAT BBQ in the middle (Monk's Outdoor Seating) * Pie Potential at the end (Moms's Apple Pie) **+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Meeting Spot:** **+++++++++++++++++++++** **Loudoun County Garage** **107 Loudoun St SE** **Leesburg, VA 20175** **(Use above address, then look across the street)** GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9](https://goo.gl/maps/ANJobzEzkNrm1WgV9) PARKING PIC: [https://bit.ly/Loudoun_County_Garage](https://bit.ly/Loudoun_County_Garage) PARKING INFO: The Loudoun County Garage, located behind the County Government Building, has over 400 parking spaces. After 5pm weekdays, all day on weekends and on holidays, parking is available and free to the public. **+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Ride After The Ride:** **+++++++++++++++++++++** "Ride IN the Ride" Monk's BBQ. 251 N. 21st Street Purcellville, VA 20132 540-751-9425 Saturday: 11:30am-11pm [https://monksq.com/](https://monksq.com/) GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/gvampead6L1H9Q9EA](https://goo.gl/maps/gvampead6L1H9Q9EA) Dessert "Ride after the Ride" Mom's Apple Pie Bakery 220 Loudoun St SE Leesburg, VA 20175 SAT 8am - 6pm [https://www.momsapplepieco.com/locations](https://www.momsapplepieco.com/locations) GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/LNs2ePnVA1WbXv6A8](https://goo.gl/maps/LNs2ePnVA1WbXv6A8) **+++++++++++++++++++++** **Ride Level Chart** **+++++++++++++++++++++** NoVA CBG tries to accommodate all levels of cyclists by offering different types/levels of rides. We just ask that you come to the ride that suits your current riding ability the best. * Introductory Level: If you haven't ridden a bike in a number of years (or are uncertain of your abilities on a bicycle). * Beginner Level: You can ride for 10+ miles at a pace of 10+ to 12+ mph with potentially minor hills involved. * Medium Level: You can ride for 20+ miles at a pace of 13+ to 15+ mph with potentially moderate hills involved. * Advanced Level: You can ride for 20++ miles at a pace of 15+ mph with potentially major hills involved. Both Medium and Advanced Levels might require handling various challenges such as reading cue sheets, using a Garmin or navigation app, night riding, out of town travel, or any other odd cycling situations. **+++++++++++++++++++++** **The Fine Print:** **+++++++++++++++++++++** An RSVP of 'YES' is your digital signature and means you have read and understood MEETUP.com's: * "Terms of Service : Section 6. Release" found at https://www.meetup.com/terms/ * NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/pages/1942951/NOVA-CBG_Waiver/ * NoVA CBG's "COVID Policy" found @ http://bit.ly/2021_NoVACBG_COVID19_POLICY Helmets are required to participate in all NOVA-CBG rides. All riders ride at their own risk and with the understanding that cycling is an inherently dangerous activity. When coming to the meetup you do so voluntarily and are ready and able to participate in the ride as described under the conditions of the day. Be on time for the "pre-ride" preparation. If you do not attend the pre-ride preparation you will not be allowed to participate on the ride. There are NO exceptions to the above.