Meet New Friends & Mingle in English

Step away from the noise and into a moment of calm with Bodhtri. This session is designed as a gentle reset for both body and mind. We’ll begin with 30 minutes of slow, intentional yoga stretches to release tension, improve mobility, and bring awareness back into the body. No prior experience is required. Just come as you are. The second half of the experience is a 30-minute guided meditation focused on grounding, breath, and presence. Expect a quiet, supportive space that allows you to slow down, reconnect, and settle into stillness. After the session, stay and unwind with complimentary refreshments. Coffee and tea will be provided, offering space for relaxed conversation, reflection, and connection with fellow Bodhtri seekers. This gathering is about moving mindfully, breathing deeply, and creating space for yourself in a warm, welcoming environment. Thoughtful. Grounded. Unrushed. We look forward to sharing this moment with you.

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $15 and $35 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

*Unwind, get creative, and connect with cool people.* Looking for a calm space to do some art, have meaningful (or silly) convos, and meet new friends in the city? This is your spot. I’ll be bringing **colouring pages and markers** for anyone who just wants to show up and relax. You're also totally welcome to bring whatever creative activity helps *you* unwind — think **sketchpads, mini canvases and paint, journals, clay sculpting, wire bending, model building kits, and collage supplies**. We’ll hang out, make art, and enjoy chill conversations in a cozy, no-pressure environment. No experience or talent required — just bring yourself and whatever helps you feel creative and calm. **✦ What to Bring (optional):** * Any relaxing art or activity you enjoy **✦ I’ll provide:** * Colouring pages, markers, and good vibes **Where to Meet (MADO Cafe at the Food Hall inside The Well):** * The easiest way to get to the venue is to make your way to La Plume restaurant or The Dorset restaurant and turn towards the statue then take the stairs to the lower level. * Shoppers will be on the right and across from Shoppers will be an entrance to The Well's food court. * Make a left and you should see the long tables and MADO cafe. * **We'll meet at the long tables in front of MADO Cafe** Come solo or bring a friend — this is all about slowing down, making connections, and enjoying a creative evening together ✨

(Inside Captains Snooker Club) 🎟 $12 Admission — includes shared pool table access 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Open to all! Limited to 35 attendees – secure your spot now! 🗓️ Every Thursday, 7:00 PM 📍 966 Dundas St E, Mississauga, ON L4Y 0B2 🤝 Curated networking activities for easy connection Forge meaningful bonds and expand your network at our vibrant community gathering! This isn't just another event; it's an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere. Imagine an evening filled with engaging conversations, shared laughter, and the beginning of powerful new collaborations. You'll discover fresh perspectives, unlock potential opportunities, and strengthen your professional and personal circle within the Synergy Hub community. Don't miss out on crafting unforgettable moments and building your invaluable support system. For added fun and easy ice-breaking, attendees will have access to shared pool tables, creating a casual and interactive way to connect throughout the evening. • Expand your professional and personal network • Discover potential collaborations and opportunities • Gain fresh insights and diverse perspectives • Strengthen your sense of community and belonging Come for the connections. Stay for the community. Leave with lasting relationships.

Let’s get together to speak French! We’ll enjoy tea/coffee and some icebreaker games. Everyone is welcome. Venez parler français! À bientôt, Hassane. \*Merci beaucoup de vous être inscrit(e) à notre prochaine rencontre! Nous sommes ravis de votre présence. Afin de permettre à d’autres de se joindre à nous, nous vous demandons respectueusement : 1. **Si vos plans changent,** veuillez mettre à jour votre statut (passer à 'Non') le plus rapidement possible pour libérer votre place. 2. **Si vous êtes sur la liste d'attente,** merci de ne pas vous présenter à l'événement. Votre statut doit être confirmé pour pouvoir participer. Veuillez vous inscrire directement aux prochaines dates disponibles. Au plaisir de vous accueillir! \*To allow others to join us, we respectfully ask that you: * **If your plans change,** please update your RSVP status (change it to 'No') as quickly as possible to free up your spot. * **If you are on the waiting list,** please do not show up for the event. Your status must be confirmed to participate. Instead, please register directly for the next available dates. IMPORTANT: Veuillez noter que pour profiter pleinement de nos échanges, une aptitude de base à la conversation est vivement souhaitée : ce groupe est un cercle de discussion convivial et non un cours de langue. Please note that to fully enjoy the experience, a basic speaking aptitude is recommended: this group is a social conversation circle, not a formal teaching class. We look forward to welcoming you! Please join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LRUdXbjpG8I9aph4dU6Go8

**Happy Hour Event!** Come start the Valentine's Day Weekend with a great group of Ladies at our HAPPY HOUR event at **Scaddabush** (Don Mills) on **Friday, February 13th, 2026**. The venue offers a great selection of Italian dishes offering a curated blend of modern cuisine with old world tradition. The Happy Hour menu boosts a great selection of discounted beverages and an array of delicious dishes. Click [here](https://scaddabush.com/happy-hour/don-mills/?locationId=855) for a link to the menu. Meet friends and make some new ones in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Each participant will cover their own food and drink costs. **There is a non-refundable / non-transferable $5.00 cover fee** to attend this group event. This charge will reserve your spot, help with group costs and hopefully minimize no shows. **Payment of the $5 cover charge is due by FRIDAY, February 6th, 2026.** After this date, non payment of the cover fee will result in the Member's name being moved to the "not going" list so that those "waitlisted" have an opportunity to attend the Happy Hour. **Note - attendees may bring one guest (subject to space availability) under this cover charge.** In consideration of others, if you are not able to attend, please advise 48 hours prior to the event to allow other people on the waitlist to have your spot. No shows and less than 48 hours notice of non-attendance will be noted. 2 or more such occurrences will unfortunately lead to removal from the group. Thank you all for your understanding and consideration. Looking forward to connecting soon! Here are the details for the $5.00 e-transfer - E-mail - [weekendbrunchover50@hotmail.com](http://weekendbrunchover50@hotmail.com/), Security Question - What is the time of the event? **Happyhour** Hope to see you there!

○Time: Every Saturday 4:00–6:00 PM ○Location: The food court in front of the Hockey Hall of Fame(30 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5E 1X8) ○Fee : $5 per person ○About: 30 min English → 30 min Japanese X2 switch seats ○How to join: Please RSVP on Meetup ○Instagram :@LANGUAGE_EXCHANGE510

\*\*Let's make friends, learn English or study Japanese, and have fun :)\*\* \*\*英語と日本語を一緒に学びましょう！\*\* このイベントは、英語と日本語のラングエッジエクスチェンジです。英会話を学びたい方、ぜひご参加ください！ 1対1での会話なので、自分のペースでお話できます 🙆‍♀️ ■ 日時 : 毎週日曜 16時\~18時 ■ 場所 : The foodcourt inside North York Centre building on east side of Yonge Street, nearby to Subway restaurant and Booster Juice. ■ 費用 : 無料 ■ 詳細 : 1セッション40分(英語20分、日本語20分)。2セッション行います。セッション毎に会話の相手を変えて行います！ ■ 参加人数 : 最大14人 / 7組 ※ 基本的に1対1での会話ですが、どうしても人数が揃わない場合は3人1組での会話となります。 ■ 参加条件 英語学習者: 日本人、もしくは日本語をネイティヴレベルで話せる方 日本語学習者: 英語を母国語とされる方、もしくは英語をネイティブレベルで話せる方 ■ 注意事項 1.イベントへのサインアップは、月曜日の午前8時～金曜日の午後8時までとなっております。 2.当イベントは、1対1でのラングエッジエクスチェンジのため、主催者側で人数に偏りがでないよう調整させていただいております。したがいまして、サインアップ(=参加表明)後は、以下の流れで参加可否が決定されます。 ① サインアップ後は自動的にまず”Waiting list”に入ります。 ② 人数調整に問題がない場合、主催者側が”Going”に登録します。 ※ やむを得ず欠席する場合は、遅くとも2日前までに主催者へご連絡ください。 ※ 無断欠席された場合は、次回以降Waiting listの最後に登録され、参加への優先度が低くなりますのでご注意下さい。 ※ 無断欠席が続いた場合は、グループから削除される場合があります。ご了承ください。 ※ 1対1のイベントのため、時間厳守でお願いいたします。 See you soon! お会いできるのを楽しみにしています ☺️ —— This is a language exchange for those who are primarily interested in 1-on-1 conversation practice for English and Japanese. \*\*Timetable \*\* Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm (Eastern Time Zone) There are two sessions. Each session runs 40 minutes with half of it in English and the other half in Japanese. We will change partners after 40 minutes. \*\*Event Capacity: 14 members max (7 pairs)\*\* Group Size (2 people, max 3) See you soon! \*\*Minimum Requirements: ⚡ \*\* Please note that all English speakers must meet the \*\*minimum requirement\*\* of being able to read \*\*some\*\* \*\*Hiragana\*\* or \*\*Katakana\*\* before joining the group. This is to ensure that we all members can actively participate and take part in our one on one language exchange. If you do not meet this requirement, we encourage to take Japanese lessons before joining our group. \*\*RSVP Rules **😁** \*\* 1\. RSVP opens on Monday at 8:00am and closes on Fri night at 8:00pm\. 2.To be fair to all members, all RSVP’s will be automatically moved the wait list until the organizer assigns partners and confirms your attendance by changing your status to "Going". This is to ensure that everyone can be paired with a native speaker of the language that they are learning. If you are confirmed and need to change your RSVP, please be considerate to your partner but giving us at least two days prior notice. No shows will be moved to the bottom of the waitlist for future events. If you are a repeat no show, you may be removed from the group. Attendees who are not confirmed for this event and show up will be asked to leave and sign up for the next event to members who are confirmed for this meet up. Pairing will be announced by 10pm the day before so please ensure that you check the event page to find out who your partner is before attending. Practise your English or Japanese and make some International Friends across North York and Toronto! Join us whether you are studying English, am interested in Japanese Culture, Language & Culture, or are simply just looking for Cultural Activities or making friends. We welcome anyone across the Greater Toronto Area from North York, Downtown Toronto, Scarborough, Richmond Hill, Markham, Mississauga, Brampton, etc.

#### **This event page is for English speakers only.** **こちらのイベントページは英語話者の方向けです。** **日本人の方は、別のイベントページからお申し込みください！** *** We host a Japanese & English language exchange meeting every Sunday at 9:30 AM. Participants practice in pairs or small groups, with 50 minutes of Japanese practice and 50 minutes of English practice. The study materials used in our sessions are created by professional language teachers. ### **Before Signing Up, Please Read the Following** * **Please make sure to check the comments section of the event page, as all event details and materials will be shared there around Saturday.** * This meeting is intended for people who are genuinely interested in language learning. Participants joining for other purposes may be asked to leave. * We prioritize creating a safe and comfortable environment for all attendees. * Disruptive behavior, solicitation, or sales activities are not allowed. Anyone who does not follow the instructions of the organizer or staff may be removed from the group. * **Participation fee : Refunds and carryovers are not available.** ### **Participation Fee & Donation** Your participation fee will be used by Emiko Tanaka, a Yosakoi Ambassador, to promote Yosakoi Naruko Dance from Kochi, Japan, to the world. For more details, please visit our website: 🔗 [Yosakoi Ambassador Project](https://yosakoiambassador.com/) We look forward to seeing you at the event! 😊

#### **This event page is for JAPANESE PEOPLE only.** **If you are not Japanese, please sign up through a different event page.** **こちらのイベントページは日本人の方向けです。** 🌸Toronto Japanese English Language Exchangeにご興味を持っていただき、ありがとうございます！ 私たちは毎週日曜日の9:30AMから、英語と日本語の練習会を開催しています。 この会では、ペアまたは少人数のグループで、50分間の日本語練習と50分間の英語練習を行います。 使用する教材は、プロの言語教師が作成したものです。 ### **お申し込み前にご確認ください** * **イベントの詳細とミーティンぎゅうに使用する教材は、イベントページのコメント欄で参加者の方のみが見れる設定で、土曜日ぐらいにお送りしています。** * この会は、言語学習を目的とした方向けに開催しています。 それ以外の目的でのご参加はお断りする場合がございます。 * 安全で安心して参加できる環境を最優先に考えています。 * 迷惑行為・営業・勧誘行為があった場合、またはオーガナイザーやスタッフの指示に従わない場合は、退会していただくことがあります。 * 参加費の返金・繰越は不可です。 ### **参加費について** 皆さまからの参加費は、よさこいアンバサダーである田中恵美子が、日本の高知発祥のよさこい鳴子踊りを世界に広めるための活動費として活用しています。 詳しくは、私とチームのウェブサイトをご覧ください。 🔗 [Yosakoi Ambassador Project](https://yosakoiambassador.com/) 皆さまのご参加をお待ちしております！

This Valentine's day, let's make new friends at High Park Brewery (839 Runnymede Rd, Toronto, ON M6N 3V8, Canada) Whether you’re new to the city or simply looking to grow your circle, this is your chance to connect, laugh, and have a great time with amazing people. New beginnings deserve new connections. Step out, say hello, and let 2026 be the year you build genuine, meaningful friendships. **Book tickets now & save money -** [https://toro14thfeb.eventbrite.co.uk](https://toro14thfeb.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 Faye at the venue. **Our venue for the evening** \- High Park Brewery is spacious\, has comfortable seating and not very noisy\. We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment\. **Here's how your evening is planned -** \- We will meet at 7\.00 pm when you will be welcomed by your host Faye\. She will manage the evening and also help you make connections\. If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Faye will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside. \- From 7\.30 to 8\.30 pm\, we will start 'Fast Friending' where our host will ask you to speak to a different attendee every 3 minutes\. You will be able to meet lots of ladies and gentlemen and not be limited to only those sitting or standing next you\. \- After 8\.30 pm you will have time to interact with those you have met as well as others\. \- 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 21 to 40 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. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)- We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.** Secrets for socialising at our meetups - [https://bit.ly/44ZdVwx](https://bit.ly/44ZdVwx) Making new friends -[ https://bit.ly/455TsWY](https://bit.ly/455TsWY) How to make people like you instantly - [https://bit.ly/3Vj5PeT](https://bit.ly/3Vj5PeT) Members review - [https://bit.ly/3yHfu6d](https://bit.ly/3yHfu6d)

Hey Toronto! This is your weekly escape into global cultures. [[[Click this WhatsApp Groupchat Link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GyoGCkYt392Bi8c9nOP2d4) ] Every Saturday at 7:30 PM, people in their 20s and 30s gather for a mix of language practice, travel stories, and community. Whether you’re new in town or born here, this is where world citizens connect. No judgment, no pressure — just pure, human interaction.

～English description below～ イベント参加費として、日本人の方(日本で生まれ育ち、現在英語を勉強している方)は$2、日本人以外の方(日本語を勉強している方)は$5頂いております。 皆さんから頂いたお金は、こちらのサイトの維持費や将来のランゲージエクスチェンジ施設利用料やソーシャルイベント等のために使われます。ご理解の程、よろしくお願いいたします。 予約受付開始：土曜日5:00PM(前イベント終了後) 予約取消締切：土曜日12:30PM(当日) 予約受付締切：土曜日1:30PM(当日) スケジュール 5.15 PM - 5:30PM - チェックイン、グループ分け 5:30 PM - 6:15PM - 日本語の時間［または英語の時間］ 6:15PM - 7:00 PM - 英語の時間［または日本語の時間］ イベント内容 ・対面でのLanguage Exchangeを再開しています！参加者のレベルに応じて、事前にオーガナイザーが3〜4名のグループをつくり、そのメンバーで各45分間、それぞれ英語と日本語でセッションを行なっていただきます。決まったディスカッショントピックなどはございませんので、気軽にフリートークや質問をしながらそれぞれのセッションを楽しんでいただければと思います。 ・体調が優れない方、あるいはここ数日中に体調が優れない人との接触があった方は、申し訳ありませんが参加をお控え願います。 開催場所：Atrium フードコート 地下鉄Dundas駅と直結していますが、多少分かりにくいため、特に初めて参加される方は次の方法で来れることをおすすめします。 Dundas駅から地上に出ていただき、Dunsas Streetを西にまっすぐ3分ほど歩いていただきます。 Bay Streetとの交差点北東角にある階段を降りてください。 階段を降りた場所にある入り口から入ったところがフードコートですので、そちらでTJEXのサインボードを持ったオーガナイザーにお声がけください。(わからなければメッセージをお願いします！) 予約規約（⚠️重要） ・当日の不参加、もしくは15分以上の遅刻(5:45PM以降)、また予約取消締切後の変更(13:00以降)は原則不参加(No-Show)とみなします。不参加(No-show)が3回になりますと会員登録が抹消され、退会となりますのでご注意ください。 ・イベントに遅れそうな場合は必ずオーガナイザーまでメッセージをお願いします。イベント開始時間にいるメンバーでグループを組み直すこともあるので、連絡なしで到着された場合はイベントに参加できない可能性もあります。原則、30分以上遅れての参加はご遠慮いただいております。あらかじめご了承ください。 キャンセル待ち ・満席の場合、”キャンセル待ち”リスト(waiting-list)にご登録いただくことが可能です。“参加予定”リスト（going-list)中に空席が発生した場合は、”キャンセル待ち”への登録が早かった方を優先に、”参加予定”へ移動いただけます。 ※ご注意※ ・空席ができた際は、自動的に”キャンセル待ち”より”参加予定”へ変更されます。この時にMeetupよりお知らせがあるかはわかりません。 ・システムにより自動的に”参加予定”とされ、それに気づかずに参加しなかった場合でも、不参加とみなされますのでご了承ください。 ・上記の理由により、確実に参加できる場合のみ”キャンセル待ち”への登録をお願いします。予定が入ってしまった場合は、”キャンセル待ち”にいる場合も必ずイベント当日の午後1時までに予め”不参加”リストに移動させてください。 質問 こちら (https://www.meetup.com/tjex-ca/pages/1274142/FAQ/)をご参照ください。または、オーガナイザーまでお問い合わせください。 Instagramアカウント @tjex.ca 最新情報やミートアップの様子を掲載しています。 ぜひこちらもフォローお願いします！ _______________________________________ ***Although our group is a non-profit organization, we collect $ 5 per English Speaker for every event. All the proceeds are used to run this website and for social events*** RSVP: RSVP open: 5:00 PM (Saturday after previous event) RSVP cancel deadline: Saturday, 2:00 PM (day of the event) RSVP close: Saturday, 3:00 PM (day of the event) Day of Event: 5:15 PM - 5:30 PM - Check-in and Group placement 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM - Japanese conversation 6:15 PM - 7:00 PM - English conversation Event Description: This is an in-person language exchange! Members are placed into groups of three or four based on their language level. Each 45 minute session consists of friendly casual conversation, and/or informal study. Optional Dinner : After the Language event, we usually go for Dinner. Dinner is optional, you may or may not join the Dinner, it depends on you. However, Dinner is only for Participants that joined on the day of the event. Event Location: Atrium Food Court The food court is directly connected to the Dundas subway station. Leave the subway station and walk west along Dundas Street. At the intersection of Bay Street and Dundas Street, you will find an entrance. Proceed down the escalator. The food court is on the basement floor. Please talk to the organizer with the signboard showing TJEX. (If you can’t find them, please send a message to the organizer.) ⚠️RSVP & Late Policy: If you are unable to join on the day of the event, please change your status from 'going-list' to 'not going-list'. Failure to Not show up will result in 1 No -Show. Also, in case of arriving 15 mins late to the event will result in 1 No-Show. Members are removed from the group after 3 No-Shows. Waiting List: Members can join the waiting-list even if an event is full. When a spot becomes available, we will move you to the going-list. Going List: Only Members on the going-list can participate on the day of the event. Group Instagram - @tjex.ca Feel free to follow us!

Join us in our English Conversation Practice group where we get to know one another, support each other and practice English! Whether you're a beginner or advanced speaker, we want to help support you wherever you are! What to expect: * introductions & ice breaker game * read current events article * discussion questions * announcements We will eat somewhere afterwards - hoping you can join!

Let's kick things off with a meeting to introduce ourselves and discuss what we're going to read over the next several months. Bring suggestions and your sweet tooth, because I'm bringing chocolate chip cookies!

Come out and play the "Celebrity Mingle Game" with us on February 14 at The Bench (Rio Washingtonian) , from 5 - 8 PM. Bring your sense of humor and a willingness to play. Engage with familiar faces and meet new friends on this Valentine's Day. Free parking is available at the Marriott Hotel. See you then!

Bonsoir à tous! Venez nombreux pour causer autour d'un repas ou d'un verre chez La Madeleine. On n'a que deux règles: (1) qu'on y parle exclusivement le français et (2) qu'on achète quelque chose à boire ou à manger (c'est La Madeleine qui le demande). Merci et à bientôt!

안녕하세요 여려분! Welcome to our Meetup series for Korean/English Language Exchange. These meetups will be intended for serious language learners who are at least at a conversational level in the language they wish to practice. We'll have a variety of activities targeted at fostering some significant practice time and perhaps have a little bit of cultural exchange along the way. For this Meetup, we ask that you make a decision with your RSVP by 10 AM the day of the meetup, so as to give others a chance to attend if you can't make it. For this session: We're returning to a favorite food hall of ours in H Mart in Fairfax! For the first half hour or so, as people gather and find food/seats, talk freely to each other and try to introduce yourself with everyone in the language you're practicing or catch up if you with friends you know! Once everyone gets settled into groups, take turns at the table allowing everyone to answer the following prompts: **Prompt #1:** TBD **Prompt #2**: TBD After the activity above, feel free to continue practicing in conversation as you wish, but if so inclined, try one of the activities below: A.) Two truths and a lie about (fill in the blank)......decide as a group on a topic for group play and have each person take turns giving two true statements and one false statement in any order and allow others to guess which statement is false B.) Word association......start by naming a common word and go around the table as long as you can with each person giving a word (in the language that you're practicing) that is COMMONLY associated with the previous word given. If the group calls you out, be ready to defend your answer. C.) Story time.......start off telling the first sentence of a story and go around the table letting each person add a line to the story until you reach the end...or a breaking point. D.) Ditto.......Each player will need to be able to write on paper or an electronic device for this one. Have one person pick a category of common nouns (ex. vegetables, sports equipment, things you see at the circus, etc.) and have another person pick a starting consonant (or vowel, if playing in English). Allow two minutes for everyone to write down as many nouns that both fit the selected category and start with the selected consonant/vowel. When two minutes are up, compare and contrast your answers. Whoever has the most matches wins. For further challenge, try playing the inverse way to achieve unique answers rather than matches. Another adventure may break out afterwards if the group is so inclined. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- If you have Instagram, you can check out our account at asiandiningandadventuregroup for photos and announcements of group outings!

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/5/2/b/600_433122283.jpeg This is a new addition to DC's trendy restaurants & bars. Let us check it out! We have specials and an extended happy hour, just for our group. Gryphon also make me feel loved and honored, by serving, one of my favorite cocktails, which is named after me -MerTini:) It will be one of the featured cocktails. http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/d/2/4/600_344616132.jpeg Gryphon is a Meat & Raw Bar Social House. These words encompass the entire dining experience presented at the Gryphon. The Meat & Raw Bar Food Experience The food experience is meat-centric with a heavy emphasis on beef. But the menu includes a variety of options for pork, lamb, seafood and, of course, an outstanding oyster based raw bar that includes shrimp, lobster and clams. The philosophy, is to bring out the experience of enjoying the meats and other food on the menu through two things: The Preparation - such as curing, grilling, broiling, roasting and aging; and The Presentation - EVERYTHING is plated to share or “pre-cut.” We encourage all of our guests to order with that in mind. Social House In a nutshell social dining provides our guests with exceptional food and drink (specially crafted cocktails, selected beers and wine) and puts them together in a lively, fun, and energetic atmosphere at the Gryphon. I organize this with my other Meetups and you will get to mingle with many insanely friendly socialites. http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/5/8/7/600_433122375.jpeg METRO INFO : Gryphon is half a block from DuPont Circle Metro Station P Street exit. PARKING : Street parking might be difficult. However, if you plan to drive, there are parking garages around.