Learning About Wines Around the World

Whether you're from China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand, or anywhere else across Asia, or you're simply curious about Asian culture and looking to meet new people, you are warmly welcome here🙋 Join us for a fun-filled evening of culture, friendly competition, and genuine connection. We'll kick things off with a lively Interactive Culture Quiz covering Asian culture, history, food, and fun trivia, with prizes up for grabs for the top 5 players! Afterwards, we'll move into a relaxed conversation where you can mingle, share stories, and maybe even discover your next favourite dish. 🎮 Interactive Culture Quiz about culture, food & fun trivia 🏆 Prizes for the top 5 winners 🥟 A selection of Asian snacks available 💬 Free-flow conversation No prior knowledge of Asian culture needed, just bring your curiosity and an open mind 😊 🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍Loong Express, 104 Great Portland St, London W1W 6PE 📋 RSVP & Attendance • Please update your RSVP, if you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket in advance so your spot can be offered to someone on the waitlist • Late arrivals may miss the quiz rounds‼️ ⚠️ Disclaimer The organiser has no responsibility for the loss, theft, or damage of any personal belongings during the event. Please take care of your personal belongings during the event. Hosted by [Nihao Serica](NihaoSerica.com) *As Nihao Serica is also building cultural travel experiences between the UK and China, we’ll also share a short 5-minute introduction to our upcoming China travel social for anyone curious about visiting China, exploring Chinese cities, food, heritage, and local experiences in the future.*

THIS IS A PAID EVENT - PLEASE PURCHASE YOUR TICKET HERE [https://www.girlywinenight.com/events/p/sunday-3-may-felt-keychain-bag-charm-embroidery-workshop](https://www.girlywinenight.com/events/p/sunday-3-may-felt-keychain-bag-charm-embroidery-workshop) ### **Event Overview** **Location:** Vagabond, Paddington **Date & Time:** Sunday 3rd May \| 12:00 PM \- 3:00 PM **Instructor:** Katie, Expert Craft Practitioner (She’s a trained textile teacher (PGCE)) ### **About This Workshop** Try embroidery and make a cute, personalised felt keychain or bag charm! Whether it’s your first time picking up a needle or you’ve stitched before, this relaxing Sunday afternoon workshop is the perfect way to unwind. Come enjoy a creative atmosphere, connect with others, and take home something beautiful and handmade by you. 🧵✨ From vibrant suns and playful foxes to intricate leaves and beaded hearts, you'll have the freedom to design a charm that perfectly matches your personality. ### **What to Expect** * **Beginner-Friendly Guidance:** Katie, our amazing craft practitioner, will be there to guide you step-by-step through basic embroidery stitches and felt-crafting techniques. * **Creative Freedom:** Choose from a wide variety of colourful felts, embroidery threads, beads, and cute embellishments to bring your unique design to life. * **Social & Relaxing:** Enjoy the welcoming afternoon vibe at Vagabond Paddington. Grab a drink, chat with fellow crafters, and enjoy a mindful, hands-on activity. ### **What’s Included in Your Ticket?** * Full 3-hour guided workshop with Katie. * All premium craft materials (colourful felt, embroidery thread, needles, stuffing, and metal keychain rings). * Fun embellishments like seed beads and mini charms to personalise your creation. * Your finished, ready-to-use keychain or bag charm to take home! *(Please note: Food and drinks from Vagabond are not included in the ticket price but will be available for purchase at the venue.)* ### **Who Should Attend?** Anyone looking for a fun, creative experience! No prior sewing or embroidery experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and your lovely self.

**1st Sunday of every month,** join us for a fun and social way to explore Chinese culture while supercharging your language skills. This isn't just practice; it’s **accelerated progress** through content you love — transforming learning into a **fun cultural discovery**! **This Month's Theme - China's Hidden Gems 寻宝中国 🗺️🎒** Ready to look beyond the Great Wall and the Shanghai skyline? This month, we’re venturing into the stunning, lesser-known corners of China that most guidebooks miss! Come explore the **diverse customs, local traditions, and mouth-watering regional cuisines** that make these places so special. Along the way, we’ll decode the **essential travel vocabulary** you need to navigate these "hidden gem" cities like a local. It’s the perfect place to gather travel inspiration while meeting like-minded explorers! * **All levels welcome:** Our expert host provides active support so you can join in with confidence, no matter your level. * **Price:** £10 (includes all materials + refreshments 🍵✨) * **Secure your spot** - [Tap here to Pay](https://monzo.com/pay/r/china-unbound_qsboSdlMTJ8Q1R) This is the ultimate fun way to fluency. We can't wait to welcome you! **How it works - no 'prep work', just chat!** * **We provide the inspiration:** Each month, we hand-pick authentic "cultural gems" to share (like a song, a short clip, or book). * Feel free to bring your own material, but there's no pressure to! * **We provide the treats:** we stock up on free coffee, tea, and biscuits in our beautiful office. 🍪☕️ * **You show up and enjoy:** Watch your Mandarin skills soar with natural, real-world practice! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Take your Mandarin beyond the event.** If you’re looking for a bit more structure to accelerate your learning, let’s chat! We're offering **FREE 1-on-1 course advice sessions** to help you find the perfect class. **No commitment** required. [Book your Free Session](https://eu.bigin.online/org20070515371/bookings/course-advice) **[China Unbound](https://china-unbound.co.uk/personal/)** is the best place to learn practical Chinese for adults. While most schools prioritise grammar and writing, we empower you to communicate confidently in real-world situations. Join us and discover a fun, fast, and personalised way to master Chinese! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

Are you ready to shoot unusual, creative portraits and learn about making the most of light? Shooting each other we'll try to get the best out of everyone and you'll get some tips to help you get the best out of the event. The thing about shooting portraits is that they are super fun! So out challenge today is knowing how to make people look good and shooting in a creative way. We'll set a few challenges to get you pointed in the right direction. To help get your creative juices flowing you'll work in a group which will allow you to bounce ideas off each other. Bring some props or wear something wacky and prepare to have a super fun day! EXPERIENCE * Any EQUIPMENT * Any camera * Any lens OTHER ESSENTIALS * Check the weather and wear appropriate clothing/shoes * A fun and experimental attitude! TRAVEL * As usual check TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey CONTACT Alex 07956 264049 VENICE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Oct 2026 [https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100/](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100/) UPCOMING EVENTS www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/calendar Photo © Drew Garty

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ! 🇬🇧🇪🇸🇫🇷🇯🇵🇮🇹🇩🇪🇮🇳🇨🇳🇧🇷🇰🇷🇪🇬🇭🇰🇺🇸🇨🇴🇺🇦🇹🇷🇷🇺🇦🇺 **Join us for our Sunday International Language Exchange and Social!** The event starts at **4pm** and will be hosted at Craft Beer Co. in **COVENT GARDEN** 😊🍻🥂 Welcome to the Highest Rated International Language Exchange group in London,🏆 with 1600+ reviews rated 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ www.languages.london WHEN & WHERE **This event takes place at Craft Beer Co Covent Garden on Sunday afternoon.** You are spoilt for choice with public transport options including lots of tube, train and buses close to the venue. **The address is 168 High Holborn, London WC1V 7AA** https://maps.google.com/?cid=12246258418147807722&entry=gps **HOW WE DO IT** It's simple .... 1\. When you arrive have your Meetup confirmation visible on your phone\. **Collect your personalised language badge BEFORE ordering your drinks.** We'll be waiting to give you a warm welcome 😃 2\. Pay the £2 event fee\. You can do this by cash or contactless card / phone\. 3\. Wear your badge during the event and always return it before you leave ♻️ ......Start meeting the community and having fun...lots of fun! Please ensure you buy something from the bar to support the venue, who kindly offer us a dedicated space. 🇵🇱🇹🇼🇲🇽🇻🇳🇧🇬🇵🇸🇸🇪🇮🇱🇨🇦🇳🇱🇿🇦🇭🇺🇹🇭🇵🇪🇧🇴🇳🇬🇳🇿🇨🇭 **WHO** Languages in London events are organised for our community - being social, making new friends, building cultural bridges and always very relaxed. We have the largest number of languages and countries represented in our weekly language exchange and social events in London. This is **not** a dating event. Our events are open to Internationals, Locals, Expats, Students, Travellers.....Everyone! Are you an 18 to 24 year old? Come and explore our events. This is the event for a truly global community and for citizens from around the World. Is this the Intercambio you've been looking for? Want to practice your ingles, espanol , francais, italiano, Deutsch, portugues or other European languages? Asian languages ? Or maybe prefer to only speak English.... that's just fine. **All languages and all fluency levels are welcome** Spread the love...Bring your friends 💙 The creator and organiser of **Languages in London - Girish**, will always be visible at the event and there to support you and help with introductions, if you prefer. We want to remain the BEST language events group in London, being the biggest isn't our focus. These are real events with real people. We don't fill our events with inflated numbers and fictitious attendees 👻 **Community members that no-show at our events and inactive members are regularly removed from our group.** **LANGUAGES** Here's a selection of some of the languages that our community speak or have been practicing ... English, Spanish (incl Latin American), French, Italian, Portuguese (incl Brazilian), German, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), Russian, Korean, Hindi, Turkish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Polish, Hebrew, Swedish, Bulgarian, Vietnamese, Hungarian, Bengali, Dutch, Catalan, Farsi, Greek, Urdu, Welsh, Romanian, Norwegian, Czech, Slovakian, Estonian, Danish, Finnish, Turkmen, Latvian, Lithuanian, Nepali, Yoruba, Filipino, Thai, Albanian, Croatian, Serbian, Ebo, Afrikaans, Tamazight, Tagalog, Creole, Malagasy, Mongolian, Tok Pisin and more... you get the idea! 🇷🇴🇬🇹🇨🇿🇳🇴🇩🇰🇫🇮🇨🇾🇺🇾🇪🇬🇧🇬🇦🇷🇰🇪🇱🇰🇲🇦🇹🇳🇩🇿🇸🇬🇲🇾 **SUSTAINABLE** 🌎🌳 Like you, we really care about our planet. We don't like single use paper name tags, stickers or wristbands as they can't be reused or recycled and can even damage your clothing ☹️ The Solution? ...Our personalised and completely reusable Languages in London badges! 🏆👍 So, please make sure you return your badge to us, before you leave the event. We'll sanitise it (anti bacterial & disinfectant cleaners) and use it again & again & again. Thanks for helping us do the right thing and keep our costs down🙏 **SAFE SPACE FOR EVERYONE** 👮‍♂️ We don't tolerate prejudice or harassment of any kind, at any time. Be polite and respectful to everyone else and they will reciprocate. Let's keep the space safe, welcoming for everyone and free of any political agendas. Please report any concerns to the Organiser immediately. Please look after your belongings, the venue is a public place. We may take photos or video at the event for future promotional use. Let us know if you'd rather not be included, we respect your choice 📸 **SPREAD THE WORD** 🗣️💬 If you enjoy our events, please tell your friends and colleagues and help us grow **your** community, thank you ♥️ Join our community - https://www.languages.london/ We're looking forward to welcoming you at Languages in London 😊👋 🇲🇰🇳🇵🇧🇩🇵🇭🇦🇪🇦🇱🇧🇪🇮🇪🇰🇿🇱🇦🇯🇴🇱🇹🇱🇻🇪🇪🇰🇭🇨🇱🇲🇳🇨🇺

🟤 THE FIRST 10 TICKETS ARE **£4.50 ONLY** 🟢 REMAINING TICKETS ONLINE ARE **£9.50 ONLY** 🟣 TICKETS AT THE DOOR ARE **£15** **Click The Link Below To Buy Tickets**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984712044151](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984712044151) In this workshop Ryan explains how to reduce hostility in social situations, then how to set boundaries & defend yourself if necessary while minimising the chances of overreacting or that there is a misunderstanding. Including brain training exercises you can practice to be sharper in this area. 🔵 - How to defend yourself if trying to keep things peaceful isn’t working 🟣 - How to set boundaries in a healthy way 🟠 - Being reasonable so that you’re neither having your boundaries broken but also not overreacting potentially ending up becoming the hostile person 🟢 - How to deal with bullying 🔵 - How to manage emotions related to this area ⚫ - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at this area of social skills Ryan has been coaching people social skills full time for over 10 years. As a quiet & shy person he wanted to work on his own social skills & after making huge improvements plus understanding how social situations work & how to improve he developed a process to help others for every area of social skills. He has helped thousands of people over the years to improve & now has a huge following including over 180000 followers on TikTok. More info on Ryan & Social Shortcuts can be found on the website [www.socialshortcuts.com](https://www.socialshortcuts.com) After workshops we spend time hanging out together, a great opportunity to practice the workshop content & make new friends. Plus Ryan is happy to answer any questions you want to ask one to one. 🟢Workshop happening after this: **1\. Creating Or Joining A Social Circle Workshop** Sun, May 10, 2026, 5:45 PM in LONDON **[Click to get a ticket -](https://eventbrite.com/e/1984712047160)**[ eventbrite.com/e/1984712047160](https://eventbrite.com/e/1984712047160) In this workshop Ryan explains how to easily expand, create or join a social circle with the kind of people you want to hang out with plus how to maintain it long term. Ryan also gives some brain training exercises to sharpen your conversation skills to make conversations flow. 🟡 - How social circles function 🟤 - How modern society changes the dynamics of a social circle ⚪ - How to add to your existing social circle if you have one 🔴 - How to build a completely new social circle 🟢 - How to join one that’s already existing 🔴- Ways to make sure you hang out with the types of people you want to 🟣 - How to maintain your social circle over time 🟡 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at holding & maintaining conversation In person workshops are at 40 Store St. - Store Street Espresso: London. For any questions feel free to contact Ryan or Gabriel. Please don't contact the other group organisers as they are not involved in running the event & won't be able to provide much help:
 ✉ **Ryan**: info@socialshortcuts.com
 ✉ **Gabriel**: gabrielsocialshortcuts@gmail.com **OTHER EVENTS LINED UP** 🟡 Developing Humor And Quick Thinking In Social Situations
 🟢 Persuasion Workshop
 🟤 How To Manage Emotions Workshop 5 minute documentary on our workshops - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rlbCYdeaws We have a score of 4.9 out 5 on Trustpilot - https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/socialshortcuts.com Our WhatsApp chat where we discuss social skill, give updates about our events & you can ask questions - https://chat.whatsapp.com/FuT9gAwf9oMKACjbWFLmxk For one to one coaching on social skills and also our free trial session - [ http://www.socialshortcuts.com We have over 180000 followers on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@socialshortcuts.com Our video courses - [https://social-shortcuts.teachable.com/p/conversation-course **DISCLAIMER**:
This workshop is intended for educational and or entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any medical condition. **Follow us on the sites below also**:
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http://www.Instagram.com/socialshortcuts 🟣 **Ken Robinson** 🟢 Up to a point you welcome being interrupted because it is only by interacting with others you get anything interesting done

*"The blood is the life! The blood is the life!"* (Renfield, Dr. John Seward's patient, in Bram Stoker's Dracula.) **Join LoMAZ for our first interactive series of events in a read-a-long of Bram Stoker's Dracula as the story unfolds over six months...** Dracula Daily is a free subscription newsletter that sends Bram Stoker's 1897 novel Dracula to subscribers via email. The novel takes place within a single calendar year, from May to November. Dracula Daily sends the portion of the novel that occurs each day on the corresponding day. You can read more about it on Wikipedia here: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dracula_Daily](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dracula_Daily) You can sign up for Dracula Daily for free here: [https://draculadaily.substack.com/about](https://draculadaily.substack.com/about) LoMAZ are going to read the book together from the spring to autumn of 2026, with meetup events coinciding with events in the book as they happen. These will include a trip to Whitby in August ([https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-lomaz/events/314283739/](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-lomaz/events/314283739/)) and a trip to Romania in November ([https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-lomaz/events/314200947/](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-lomaz/events/314200947/)). The novel begins on 3rd May, when Jonathan Harker writes that he left Munich on 1st May on his way to meet Count Dracula. The Dracula Daily Read-a-long launch party will start on the day he makes his journey from Munich to Transylvania 🧛🦇😱 **MEET DETAILS:** **FROM 3.00pm:** The Union Jack pub **Address:** 225 Union Street, SE1 0LR [https://maps.app.goo.gl/6BRvJ6h6WcmTxA1c6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/6BRvJ6h6WcmTxA1c6) **GETTING THERE:** **Nearest train stations:** London Bridge, Waterloo and Waterloo East **Nearest tube stations:** Southwark, but Borough, London Bridge and Waterloo are also close. [https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/](https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/) **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. ***The link can be found in the event comments.*** *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.* **GROUP ETIQUETTE AND RULES:** * LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. Our events usually have an attendee limit to help the host manage the event as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. However there is no limit on the number of people who can join the Dracula Daily Read-a-long and the launch party. * **However if you can no longer attend, please change your RSVP to 'Not Going' as soon as possible so we can plan for the numbers taking part.** **We remove members from the LoMAZ Meetup group who:** * **RSVP as ‘Going' but then do not show up three times in a row.** * **RSVP as ‘Going' but then change their RSVP to 'No' five times in a row.** * **Are on the Waitlist or who have not RSVPd, but turn up anyway.** **Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.** Image credit: British Library Board, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

**DESCRIPTION** They say that pictures speak a thousand words, and so here are pics from this previous day trip on our website (click on this event): [www.aaahiking.co.uk/day-hikes](www.aaahiking.co.uk/day-hikes) We begin in charming Bosham Bay before taking a scenic boat ride across Chichester Harbour, arriving at the stunning white sands of West Wittering. Expect coastal views, sea air, open skies and time to relax, swim or explore the shoreline. A refreshing mix of harbour charm and beach bliss. **WHAT TO EXPECT - HIKING INFO** Distance: **21km** Ascent: c.**mainly flat** Estimated Duration (approx): **5-6 hours walking** Difficulty: **[Moderate](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/hike-grade)** **PROGRAMME** Meeting Point: Meeting Point: **[London Victoria Station](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/meeting-places/)** (see pic in link) in front of the ticket machines where the Benches are. Assembly time: 08:00 Move to train: 08:15 Train leaves: 08:32 Arrive at Bosham station: 10:36 Leave Beach 16:00ish Departure from West Wittering bus station on bus 16:25ish Departure Train: 16:54 from Chichester station, arrive back at Victoria 18:50 Exact timings to work out on the day and be prepared to be later back to Victoria than planned. **Pricing Info:** * £38 per person – includes hike + train, boat and bus travel. Book by 11:59 PM on Tuesday before the event to guarantee your spot at this discounted price - after this time there might or might not be limited discounted tickets left upon checking event. * Want to join for the hike, bus and boat only? Message me privately on Meetup to pay £18, then you'll need to get your own train tickets. **HIKE INCLUDES** * Guided Hike planned and led by experienced AAA leaders, trained Summer Mountain Leader with Wilderness First Aid Training. * PayPal fees **PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** * Lunch, drinks or any refreshments * Souvenirs * Meetup Fee levied on all purchases via meetup * Entrance fees to any attractions you wish to visit **RECOMMENDED KIT LIST [(](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)[full list](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/kit-lists)[)](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)** * Suitable hiking shoes or boots * Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!) * Water [2L recommended] * Warm/Windproof layer, e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece * Wicking base layer, e.g. Polyester/Tencil/Merino * Camera & Phone * Picnic lunch and snacks **CANCELLING/REFUNDS** If you can no longer join the event, please message the host and update your RSVP status on MeetUp to 'Not going', to allow others to take your place. If the event sells out, and you have messaged us and have changed your RSVP to 'Not going', please email us on [info@aaalondongroup.com](info@aaalondongroup.com) after the event date, requesting a refund, including your PayPal email address, so we can locate the payment. Unfortunately, as PayPal retains the original transaction fee, we cannot refund this. If the hike is not full, we are sorry, we are unable to issue a refund. **QUESTIONS** If you have any other questions, please check visit our [FAQ page](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/faq). If you are still unsure, contact the event Host shown on this page. We have operated over 1,000 events without significant incidents in the last ten years, achieved through meticulous planning. All participants (members and their guests) in any AAA Hiking event or activity are personally responsible for their fitness, safety and welfare, and must be equipped accordingly. If you have signed up for the event, you acknowledge and accept the AAA Hiking Terms and Conditions. [FAQs](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/faq) \| [Terms and Conditions](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/terms-and-conditions) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/AAAhiking) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaahiking/) \| [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@aaahiking) \| [Trip Advicer](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [TicTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@aaahiking) \| [Website](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/) © AAA London Group Ltd. Errors and Omissions Excepted

Ticket is needed for this event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1986105856080?aff=oddtdtcreator **Aroma Yoga** is a nourishing 1-hour yoga experience designed to help you slow down, reconnect with your body and restore balance through movement, breath and scent. Each session focuses on **one chakra**, exploring its qualities through mindful yoga, guided breath and the therapeutic use of essential oils. The practice supports relaxation, emotional balance and a deeper connection with yourself: without pressure, analysis or the need to “do” anything. This is a space to soften, reset your nervous system and realign: physically, emotionally and energetically. Whether you’re feeling stressed, navigating change or simply craving a moment of presence, Aroma Yoga offers a grounded and accessible way to come back to yourself. After the practise we will go for lunch together to socialise and make new friendships. ### 📍 Who Is This For? * Open to all levels—**beginners welcome!** * A multisensory experience combining movement, breath and aromas * A nurturing space for anyone craving to pause for a moment * This is also a warm space to meet like-minded people and become part of a loving community of people interested in self-development. Join us for lunch after the class. ### 🧘 What to Bring: * Water * Comfortable clothes * An open, curious heart ✨ After Class Feel free to join our **optional group lunch** nearby to continue the connection.

**Location** 📌 https://maps.app.goo.gl/5gzH7sH1eRD5288M8 **How do I find the group ?** Enter the venue and go to the lounge area on the right-hand side. We will gather at the bar area and the whole area will be ours. **About** 🎬 Come along join us grab a drink 🥂 introduce yourself 🤝 and make new friends🔥and have lots of fun 🫶 **What to expect ?** Get ready to ignite your Sunday night with an unforgettable social mixer that promises excitement, new connections, and vibrant energy at the chic DoubleTree by Hilton London - West End! 🎉 Set in the heart of London at 92 Southampton Row, WC1B 4BH, this stunning hotel lobby will transform into a buzzing hub of fun, laughter, and mingling. 😄 Fresh off our exhilarating museum meetup, expect a fantastic turnout of lively attendees ready to make new friends and create lasting memories. 🌟

* **Join Us for a Fun Language Exchange!** 🎉¡Hola Amigos Hispanohablantes! Get ready for a fun and interactive language exchange fiesta; practice your Spanish and English, chat with native speakers, and have an amazing time with fascinating people from around the world! 🍹 **Courtesy Note:** To support our venue and keep the event free, **you must** **buy at least one or two drinks from the bar.** **Our members enjoy exclusive discounts** **on food and drinks**. 📍 **Location:** We meet in a great place with a large indoor space over two floors and a spacious terrace for the summer events. Our reserved area will be the main lounge in front of the bar on the ground floor. Enjoy a massive selection of craft beers, wines, soft drinks as well as many delicious food options from around the world. ✨ **Event Type:** This is a non-academic, laid-back event. Just for fun, practicing languages, and making new friends. 🚩 **Find Us:** Look for the Spanish flag if you're new to the group. 📅 **RSVP:** **Don’t forget to add your name to the event. Thanks!**

**TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT DOWNLOAD THE NEW WEMEET APP AND SIGN UP FROM THERE:** https://shor.by/WeMeet_Events **Smash 2026 hiking the North Downs Way. This is section 8: Detling to Lenham** Join us for a day hike along the **North Downs Way**, tracing ancient routes through Surrey to the Kent Coast. Discover castles, cathedrals and beautiful countryside along the way. After the walk, we’ll unwind at a local watering hole for a drink! This hike is part of a **series of 12 day hikes**, covering the full North Downs Way between January-June. Those completing the entire trail will receive an **official finishers certificate!** **Details:** * On this 20km hike stroll in the footsteps of pilgrims, past ancient ruins, through lush woodland and enjoy panoramic views! * **MEET:** 08.45 London Victoria. Transport is at your own cost. We catch the 08:55 train to Bearsted * **STARTING POINT**: Bearsted 10.05am * **ENDING POINT**: Lenham (around 4.30pm) **What to bring:** 🥾Hiking shoes 🧥Warm layers 🧃Snacks & drinks 💊Any personal medication Disclaimer: I am not a qualified walk leader (yet), although I do have a lot of experience and will carry a first aid kit for the basics. Join the WhatsApp group: A link will be emailed to you after RSVP, this will be the primary tool for all communications. Come hike, explore, and make new friends on this iconic trail!

### 🇫🇷 Practise real-life travel French in a cosy café setting in London Planning a trip to France soon? Whether you're visiting **Paris**, exploring the countryside, or simply want to feel more confident using French while travelling, this interactive session will help you practise the **essential phrases and situations you’ll actually need abroad.** Join us for a relaxed **1-hour French conversation session** hosted by **Babel Social** at a cosy café-restaurant in London. In this small-group experience, you’ll practise the key expressions travellers use every day in France — from **ordering food and asking for directions to interacting naturally with locals**. The session is led by an experienced French teacher who will guide the conversation in a supportive and friendly way while you enjoy the atmosphere of a real café setting. This is not a traditional classroom lesson. Instead, you’ll learn through **real conversation, practical scenarios, and social interaction.** 🥐 What to Expect • A welcoming **small group** • A cosy **café setting for authentic practice** • Practical travel phrases and useful vocabulary • Plenty of **speaking time in a relaxed atmosphere** • The chance to **meet other French learners in London** • A **short vocabulary guide** to take home • Guidance from an **experienced French teacher** Expect around **70% French**, with support and explanations whenever needed. 💰 **Price & Booking** • **£25 per person** for a **1-hour session** • **Food and drinks are not included** in the price To join, **confirmation is required** either via: • [Eventbrite booking](https://BabelSo.eventbrite.com) • Private message Once you confirm your place, you will receive the full event details. Please note that **once booked, the session is non-refundable and payment is due**, as places are limited and groups are kept small. 🍽️ Food & Drink Food and drinks are **not included in the ticket price**. You’re welcome to order something during the session if you wish — many participants enjoy a coffee, pastry, or light snack while practising. Please feel free to order within your own budget. 📍 Location TBD 👥 Who Is This For? This experience is ideal for: • Beginners or improvers who can introduce themselves in French • People planning a **trip to France** • Learners who want **practical, real-life language practice** • Anyone looking for a **social language experience in London** 🎓 Your Teacher The session will be led by an **experienced French teacher** specialising in conversational and practical language learning. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to practise speaking, ask questions, and build confidence in a supportive small group. 🌍 About Babel Social **Babel Social** creates small, curated language experiences in London where people can meet, connect, and practise languages in real-life settings. We believe the best way to learn a language is through **conversation, culture, and community**. No classrooms. No pressure. Just **coffee, conversation, and confidence.** Book your tickets here before they sell out: https://BabelSo.eventbrite.com

We practice, dance, and enjoy a BYOB bottle of your favorite wine at the Dublin Ballroom off Sawmill, North, and “milonga” is a social event for tango dancing where dancers socialize. A “*practica*” is an informal social event for tango dancing where dancers focus on practicing the dance; while a “*practilonga*” combines the relaxed atmosphere of a “*practica*” with the format of a “milonga.” We are doing it all! ***Cost is $10 payable to the Teacher.*** *Cost is for the cost of the venue and covers some snacks.* We have had fun doing this event in the past. Please arrive promptly as lessons begin at 2pm. Don't worry about bringing a partner as there will be others at the event from outside the group that: a) might have a clue and b) won't step on your toes. The event is BYOB (similar to our Salsa events), so bring your favorite and a wine glass. We will likely find a place for dinner and drinks after the dance.

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!

It's "***Tropical Night!***" Dig out your old *Hawaiian Shirts* and *Grass Skirts* as wecgather to drink wine this Friday. Hilliard Wine Club will sip the evening away while sporting the fashions of tourists throughout the Tropics. Glasses are provided. Bring a snack to share. Bring a bottle to share (no formal wine tasting this week). See all the details below for this Hilliard Wine Club Wine event. In Person. In Real Life. Actual Wine from glass bottles with corks and everything. **Wine**: It's Freestyle night, that means bring a bottle of wine to share. Door charge is $10 (cash or Venmo only please). **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

**Nurses**: Finally, it's Nurses' Appreciation Week and in honor of all of our fine members in the Nursing/Medical professions it is Nurses' Night at the Hilliard Wine Club. Everyone loves Nurses so please come if you are one and join us in celebrating them if you're not one. (Please keep your medical questions to a minimum. You may not get the best health advice after a couple glasses of wine.) **On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

**Karaoke Night**: Bring your glee club friends. Enjoy a flashback to your choir days. No chorus line. It's all you baby. Sing. Shout. Scream. Lip sync if you need to. But do show up and do have a good time. **On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

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."