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Techalicious Meet & Greet
Come meet your people!
We're a loose crew of tech hobbyists, coders, tinkerers, AI nerds, Linux geeks, self-hosters, and general wizards of the weird and cool. No agenda, no slides, no sales pitches. Just good conversation over drinks.
Pull up a stool, tell us what you're building, breaking, or obsessing over lately. We want to hear about your home lab, your AI experiments, your side projects, your rabbit holes.
All skill levels welcome, curious beginner or grizzled sysadmin, there's a seat for you. **Drinks are on you. Good conversation is on us.**
See you there!
Paint & Sip
Exciting news! We're thrilled to announce another fantastic Paint and Sip Night on May 23rd 2026, at the same fabulous location. We love hosting these events because every time people tell us about how the creative act is so great for connecting with new people and the experience allows them to try new things artistically.
Join us for an evening of creativity, laughter, and delicious sips.
Event Details:
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Date: May 23rd
đ˘ Time: 7:00pm
đ Location: Near Osgoode Station
(( Sent out 24hrs before and attached to this event to ticket holders ))
Pricing: $40
Early bird pricing is $30
Bring a friend and you get two tickets for the price of one - $15!
**LINK TO PURCHASE TICKET TO EVENT:**
[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goodvibes-paint-sip-tickets-1989993414873?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goodvibes-paint-sip-tickets-1989993414873?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)
What's Included in Your Ticket:
đ¨ Paint Canvas
đˇ 2 Glasses of Wine (Non-alcoholic options also available)
đď¸ All the Paint & Brushes you need
We look forward to seeing you there!
Have Questions? Feel free to comment below with your questions!
The Social Circle: Meetup
⨠**The Social Circle â Meetup!** â¨
Join us for the very first Social Circle gathering â a relaxed evening designed to bring people together for good food, easy conversation, and new connections.
This is a casual social night in Mississauga where men, women, and couples are all welcome. Whether youâre coming on your own or with a partner, the goal is simple: meet new people and expand your social circle in a friendly, low-pressure environment.
Expect a warm, welcoming table, great conversations, and an easygoing night out with like-minded people. No formal structure â just genuine connection and good company.
Weâre excited to kick off The Social Circle with you! â¨
Telugu Community First Meet Up
The wait is finally over!
It's time to have our first ever Telugu Meetup and we can't wait to see you all at Amsterdam BewHouse to have an amazing time together!
We thought it would be ideal to have a catchup in the downtown as our first meetup as this would allow everyone to socialise, network and get to know one another.
Get to the venue between 6:30 and 7 PM. The evening will start off with a bit of an intro to each other. Most importantly, we would like to hear your ideas on the type of activities and events you'd like us to organise and the locations that may suit all of us.
We can hang around and then head out for dinner if time permits.
Please note that there is no entry fee for this event. Its just PYO (pay your own).
Please do RSVP as that would help us make the bookings.
Please feel free to message us if you have any questions.
Let the fun begin!
Cheers
Saturday afternoon run/walk and beer with HH3
Hogtown Hash House Harriers (HH3) is a Toronto social running and beer drinking group, with runs happening every other Saturday, plus one Thursday and one Friday per month. We start at different locations across the city, run as a group, and typically end at a local pub where we continue to socialize. Expect plenty of laughs, songs, quirky traditions, and a beer stop or two along the way. Walkers and non-beer drinkers are also welcome!
HH3âs Saturday run is typically 5-8 km, with a shorter trail for walkers. Meet and greet is at 5pm to start run around 5:30pm.
Date / Time: Saturday May 23 @ 5pm
Start location: Samara Brewery, 90 Cawthra Ave, Toronto
Nearest TTC stop: Subway line 2 to Keele, then bus north to West Toronto Street
Cost: $10 for drinkers, $2 for non-drinkers, paid at start of trail.
Note: Most of our regular members do not use Meetup, so you can expect to meet more people than those who RSVPd here.
Fast Friending - New Connections! (25-45/Ice Breakers)
Fast-friending socials are designed to make meeting new people in the city easy, relaxed, and enjoyable!
In a world where building connections can feel challenging, this social creates a friendly space to break the ice and spark real conversations!
Whether you're new in town or just looking to expand your circle, this is the perfect place to meet like-minded ladies & gents!
**Book tickets now & save money -**
[https://toro23rdmay.eventbrite.co.uk](https://toro23rdmay.eventbrite.co.uk)
\*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
EVENT COST:
Early Bird - CAD$ 10 per person
Regular Ticket - CAD$ 15 per person
Cash at meetup - If you have not purchased your ticket in advance then you can pay CAD$ 20 cash when you meet Kruttika at the venue.
**Our venue for the evening** \- We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment\.
**Hereâs how your evening will flow:**
**7:00 PM â Welcome & Ice Breakers!**
Arrive at 7:00 PM and be welcomed by your host, Kruttika, who will guide the evening and help with introductions. Feeling shy? Come a little early and sheâll ease you into small-group conversations. Youâre also welcome to bring a lady friend along for free.
**7:30 â 8:30 PM \| Fast Friending**
Chat with a new attendee every 3 minutes, ensuring you meet a variety of like-minded ladies and gentlemen.
**After 8:30 PM \| Open Mingling**
Reconnect with those you enjoyed speaking to and continue meaningful conversations at your own pace
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 25 to 45 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\.
\- We are not a 'dating' group\. We are focused on helping ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. You will generally find a good gender balance \(maybe not perfect\) at all our events\.
**Why do we have tickets?**
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
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We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
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Secrets for socialising at our meetups - [https://bit.ly/44ZdVwx](https://bit.ly/44ZdVwx)
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How to make people like you instantly - [https://bit.ly/3Vj5PeT](https://bit.ly/3Vj5PeT)
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Dinner Club: Make New Friends
â ď¸ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**Join the Toronto Dinner Club and make new friends!**
Each meetup brings together 4â6 people for casual conversations over dinner. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyoneâs a good fit.
**To attend, youâll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
Weâll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan.
**Why this works:**
\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier.
\* Discover new restaurants in your city, together.
\* Curated dinner venues with good food and vibe.
\* If you hit it off with your group, thereâs plenty of time to hang out afterwards.
**Note:**
RSVPs on Meetup donât reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder.
This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
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đď¸đś DOORS OPEN TORONTO: HIDDEN BUILDINGS & CITY STORIES WALK đśđď¸
đď¸đś **DOORS OPEN TORONTO: HIDDEN BUILDINGS & CITY STORIES WALK** đśđď¸
Historic Spaces, Community Landmarks & A City Revealed
Some buildings you walk past every day without thinking twice⌠until the doors open.
Join us for a second day of Doors Open Toronto, where weâll explore a mix of historic, cultural, and community spaces across the city â each with its own story, purpose, and evolution.
This walk is about contrast.
Old and new. Exclusive and inclusive. Grand and everyday.
And how all of it shapes the city we live in.
This is not a formal tour.
Itâs a social, story-driven walk â with moments to pause, look, and see familiar places differently.
đ đ˛ **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd)
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đśââď¸ What Weâll Do
Weâll move through a curated route of Doors Open, stopping at a variety of buildings and institutions that reflect Torontoâs layered history and community life.
Some of the locations we may visit include:
* **Fire Station 315** â Opened in 1889, this historic fire hall is built of brick with stone detailing, reflecting early 20th-century civic architecture.
* **The El Mocambo** â Opened in 1948, this iconic music venue is housed in a brick building with a classic mid-century commercial façade.
* **Daniels Building (University of Toronto)** â Opened in 1875 (as Knox College), this Gothic Revival building is constructed of sandstone with intricate masonry detailing.
* **U of T Bookstore (Koffler Student Centre)** â Opened in 1958, this modernist structure is built primarily of concrete and glass.
* **Polish Combatants' Association Branch 20** â Opened in 1950, this community hall is a modest brick structure reflecting post-war institutional design.
* **St. Georgeâs Hall (Arts & Letters Club)** â Opened in 1891, this heritage building is constructed of brick and stone in a Victorian style.
* **St. George Greek Orthodox Church** â Opened in 1897, this church is built of brick with classical detailing and later Byzantine-inspired elements.
* **Street Health** â Established in 1986, the facility operates out of a practical brick building adapted for community healthcare use.
* **Street Haven** â Founded in 1965, this womenâs shelter is housed in a converted brick residential building typical of the area.
* **Jarvis Street Baptist Church** â Opened in 1875, this Gothic Revival church is built of brick with stone accents.
* **The 519** âThis building actually dates back to 1858 â long before it became The 519 we know today â and started as a Georgian-style home before evolving into a community space.
* **Foy-Smith House** â Built in 1891, this historic home is constructed of brick in the Queen Anne Revival style.
* **St. Paulâs Bloor Street** â Opened in 1889, this Romanesque Revival church is built of stone with a commanding tower and detailed masonry.
Some locations weâll enter, others weâll experience from the outside depending on timing and lineups.
â ď¸ Please note: wait times are part of Doors Open. Weâll move as a group and make decisions along the way.
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đď¸ What Is Doors Open Toronto?
Doors Open Toronto is a free annual event where the city opens up buildings that are normally closed to the public â from historic homes and cultural institutions to places youâd never usually think to step inside.
Itâs one of the best ways to explore Toronto beyond the surface.
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đ Vibe & Expectations
This is a longer, more exploratory walk with:
âď¸ Multiple stops
âď¸ Some waiting in lines
âď¸ A mix of indoor and outdoor spaces
âď¸ Members can leave any time the like
Itâs not about rushing â itâs about discovering.
Also â this is NOT a formal historical tour. Iâll share context and stories as we go, but the focus is on the experience and being social.
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𧢠Meetup Details
đ Meetup Location: **Fire Station 315**
đŤ Iâll be outside and I will be wearing my Moose Hat
â° Meetup Time: (Insert time)
I will only wait 5 minutes.
Anyone arriving late can meet us along the route.
We wonât be saving spots in line â itâs important we respect the people around us.
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đď¸ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
đ§ **[[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)]([mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](http://mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com/))**
Doors Open is free to attend.
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! đ
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đ What to Bring
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
Patience for lines âł
Weather-appropriate clothing
Optional: snacks or money for food along the way
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đ Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends â whether single or not.
We also host:
đŹ Movies
đś Walks & hikes
đ Arts & culture outings
đ˝ď¸ Restaurant gatherings
Thereâs always something happening.
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REMEMBER: Youâre welcome to just show up on the day if youâre unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled â please keep an eye on updates.
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đ¤ Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
đ§ [[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)]([mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](http://mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com/))
Come for the buildings. Stay for the stories.
Leave seeing the city not just as it looks â but as itâs evolved. đď¸â¨
Sunday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner and Music Listening Party after)
Hello everyone,
**\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\***
Please join me and my other groups for a fantastic spring afternoon involving a leisure nature and beautiful neighbourhood walk
\- Include trails\, parks\, cafes\, ice breakers\, washroom breaks and beautiful sties to see
-Our great event will continue as we hit a fabulous location for dinner, beverages and conversation (optional)
-Stick around after dinner and music listening party after
**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
**3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)**
This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see.
More details below:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
**Event Details:**
**Sunday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner and Music Listening Party after)**
-A great event planned as we explore Parks, Trails, Cafes and beautiful Neighbourhoods with cool sites to see
-During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together
-Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another
\*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air, exercise and (re) connect with some wonderful people
**Bonus after our Leisure Nature and Neighbourhood Walk:**
\*Stick around after the walk for a fun Sunday evening gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages, Mingling and Music Listening Party
**Event Fee:**
10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included)
or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com
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**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
**Date:** Sunday May 14th
We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
**3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)**
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***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :)
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Local Social Host Sign-Up: Lunches, Drinks & Curated Experiences
**Want to help bring your cityâs community together?**
Weâre looking for local hosts to organize small group lunches, evening drinks, mixers, movie get-togethers and curated experiences.
**No experience necessary,** just a friendly attitude, some local knowledge, and a willingness to meet a few new people. After each event, weâll send a short feedback form so we can improve and support you. The host will also be able to provide feedback so we can learn what worked and what didn't.
**[Click here](https://form.questionscout.com/6926c9ab87a828a5c11a79fc)** to apply and get started: if youâre selected, weâll reach out for a quick screening call.
Make Friends at a Cafe - Good Chats App BETA
**GoodChats.**
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**Newest Way to Make Friends in Toronto!**
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Ever walked into a coffee shop and wished you knew the people around you?
Thatâs exactly what GoodChats is for.
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Our Coffee Chat events are designed to make meeting new people feel natural â no awkward intros, no swiping, no pressure. Just real conversations with people who already share your interests.
**How it works:**
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**1) Sign up on iOS or Android**
Download the GoodChats app to get started.
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Use the code **COFFEE** to sign-up for the invite-only app today!
[https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp](https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp)
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**2) Start a chat about what you like**
Talk about anything youâre into â hobbies, ideas, random thoughts. The app builds your profile based on what you actually care about.
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**3) Join a Coffee Chat**
We match you with a small group of people who share similar interests and invite you to a local coffee shop meetup.
Thatâs it â just show up, grab a drink, and talk.
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**What to expect:**
* Small groups (so itâs actually easy to connect)
* Weekly events at local coffee shops
* A relaxed, low-pressure environment
* People youâre genuinely likely to vibe with
.
**Good to know:**
* Events are **completely free**
* All event details and invites are inside the GoodChats app
* Weâre currently in **beta**, with new Coffee Chats happening every week
Use the code **COFFEE** to sign-up for the invite-only app today!
[https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp](https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp)
.
If youâve ever wanted meeting new people to feel easier (and more real)âŚ
this is for you.
Sunday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner and Music Listening Party after)
Hello everyone,
**\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\***
Please join me and my other groups for a fantastic spring afternoon involving a leisure nature and beautiful neighbourhood walk
\- Include trails\, parks\, cafes\, ice breakers\, washroom breaks and beautiful sties to see
-Our great event will continue as we hit a fabulous location for dinner, beverages and conversation (optional)
-Stick around after dinner and music listening party after
**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
**3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)**
This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see.
More details below:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
**Event Details:**
**Sunday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner and Music Listening Party after)**
-A great event planned as we explore Parks, Trails, Cafes and beautiful Neighbourhoods with cool sites to see
-During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together
-Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another
\*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air, exercise and (re) connect with some wonderful people
**Bonus after our Leisure Nature and Neighbourhood Walk:**
\*Stick around after the walk for a fun Sunday evening gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages, Mingling and Music Listening Party
**Event Fee:**
10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included)
or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com
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**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
**Date:** Sunday May 14th
We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
**3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)**
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***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :)
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20s 30s Social Party & Activities in toronto
Hey Toronto!
This is your weekly escape into global cultures.
[[Click this WhatsApp Groupchat Link to join]](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CwbMLIBsSY8DSwDzSPm3nZ)
Every Saturday at 7:30 PM, people in their 20s and 30s gather for a mix of language practice, travel stories, and community.
Whether youâre new in town or born here, this is where world citizens connect.
No judgment, no pressure â just pure, human interaction.
Make Friends at a Cafe - Good Chats BETA
**GoodChats.**
**Newest Way to Make Friends in Toronto!**
Ever walked into a coffee shop and wished you knew the people around you?
Thatâs exactly what GoodChats is for.
Our Coffee Chat events are designed to make meeting new people feel natural â no awkward intros, no swiping, no pressure. Just real conversations with people who already share your interests.
**How it works:**
**1) Sign up on iOS or Android**
Download the GoodChats app to get started.
Use the code **COFFEE** to sign-up for the invite-only app today!
[https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp](https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp)
**2) Start a chat about what you like**
Talk about anything youâre into â hobbies, ideas, random thoughts. The app builds your profile based on what you actually care about.
**3) Join a Coffee Chat**
We match you with a small group of people who share similar interests and invite you to a local coffee shop meetup.
Thatâs it â just show up, grab a drink, and talk.
**What to expect:**
* Small groups (so itâs actually easy to connect)
* Weekly events at local coffee shops
* A relaxed, low-pressure environment
* People youâre genuinely likely to vibe with
**Good to know:**
* Events are **completely free**
* All event details and invites are inside the GoodChats app
* Weâre currently in **beta**, with new Coffee Chats happening every week
Use the code **COFFEE** to sign-up for the invite-only app today!
[https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp](https://linktr.ee/goodchatsapp)
If youâve ever wanted meeting new people to feel easier (and more real)âŚ
this is for you.
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Karaoke + Freestyle (bring wine)
**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**: âŚwill 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, itâs still worth mentioning. We donât 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 donât 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 havenât 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*
Contra dance June 20 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Saturday, June 20, 2026**
**Beginnersâ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM**
**Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM**
**Band: Gem City Revelers**
**Caller: David Mould**
**You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the churchâs back parking lot) after the dance.**
**Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Road, Columbus, OH 43214.**
**Cost is $10 for adults, $5 ages 12-25.**
**New to dancing? A beginnersâ session, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, will get you started. You will learn some basic figures that will be repeated in the afternoonâs dances. All dances will be taught and no partner is needed. Dancing is from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.**
**Please bring your own refillable water bottle.**
**All Soles Dance upcoming dance dates are, as follows:**
**July 25, 2026âSummer Potluck and Dance**
**No August Dance**
**September 26, 2026**
**October 17, 2026**
**November 21, 2026**
**December 19, 2026**
**Visit our website at: https://firstuucolumbus.org/connection/all-soles/**
Trivia Night + Freestyle
**Self-Proclaimed Trivia Master, Paul, has all the questions AND answers**: All YOU have to do is bring the answers. Easy? Let's find out in the next rendition of Trivia Night.
Let's warm up with the question that I like to ask to establish your knowledge of current events and IQ. Don't be shy. Shout this one out. What happened in April in America that had not happened since 1972 ?
(warm up questions answer is posted at the bottom)
Okay, not bad. I heard that. RSVP and form up into teams of up to 4 people when you show up. Compete for prizes so large we had to park them at the airport. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and Dead Last (that one's more of a remedial learning aid, but it will be fun. I promise).
**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**: âŚwill 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! (ps - empty the glasses into the sink, not the trash ... please)
**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, itâs still worth mentioning. We donât 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 donât 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 havenât 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*
**Answer**: *That's right!* / We sent a rocketship with live astronauts to the moon for a quick lap around our only natural satellite. They didn't land. And they never got out of the capsule... for 10 days! Been there. Done that! (It's like they're replaying all the greatest hits from my childhood.)
Freestyle Night (Bring 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**: âŚwill 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! (ps - empty the glasses into the sink, not the trash ... please)
**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, itâs still worth mentioning. We donât 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 donât 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 havenât 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*
Freestyle + Local Cantina
**Local Cantina -** We'll shut down wine club at 8 pm this evening and take a short walk to our neighborhood Tex-Mex eatery - Local Cantina. Join us after wine club for a snack or meal.
Please RSVP early AND Please let me know in the comments if you plan to join us after at the diner so I can have accurate numbers for the reservations.
**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**: âŚwill 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, itâs still worth mentioning. We donât 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 donât mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions.
Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends.
Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***,
**Red 1 Realty**
*Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*
Brunch Club: Make New Friends
â ď¸ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**Join the Columbus City Brunch Club and make new friends!**
Each meetup brings together 4â6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyoneâs a good fit.
đ **To attend, youâll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
Weâll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan.
**Why this works:**
\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier.
\* Discover new restaurants in your city, together.
\* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe.
\* If you hit it off with your group, thereâs plenty of time to hang out afterwards.
**Note:**
RSVPs on Meetup donât reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder.
This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
Saturday Mornings @ East Market
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."























