New In Town

A New Year’s Eve Experience - Open House all day with multiple happenings and food. Cost: Free Step into a self-guided experience exploring some of the most powerful solutions to life. Access 100+ complimentary videos and booklets and move at your own pace—discover only the tools that resonate with you. Design your own path, sharpen your thinking, and launch into the New Year equipped with innovative tools for real change. Presentation at 2pm and 6pm. - Annual 2025 Year in Review An engaging look back at the milestones, progress, and wins of the past year—an opportunity to acknowledge growth and set your sights forward with optimism. A forward-focused message crafted to ignite motivation, sharpen perspective, and help you step into the new year energized and aligned. Complimentary Dinner & Refreshments Dinner served 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM, with refreshments available throughout the day. Connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Celebration & Community A refined New Year’s Eve celebration with music, conversation, and shared anticipation for the future.

Let's enjoy Balkan/German cuisine at one of my favorite restaurants in Old Town. We ate there last New Year's Eve. Everyone in our party from this group enjoyed their meals too. I just love their schnitzel dishes! [MENU | old-house-cosmo](https://www.oldhousecosmopolitan.com/menu-2) **ADDRESS: 1024 Cameron St., Alexandria**

# ### \# Free New Year's Eve Celebration \- Join In\, Have Fun\! A New Year’s Eve Experience - Open House all day with multiple happenings and food. Cost: Free Step into a self-guided experience exploring some of the most powerful solutions to life. Access 100+ complimentary videos and booklets and move at your own pace—discover only the tools that resonate with you. Design your own path, sharpen your thinking, and launch into the New Year equipped with innovative tools for real change. Presentation at 2pm and 6pm. - Annual 2025 Year in Review An engaging look back at the milestones, progress, and wins of the past year—an opportunity to acknowledge growth and set your sights forward with optimism. A forward-focused message crafted to ignite motivation, sharpen perspective, and help you step into the new year energized and aligned. Complimentary Dinner & Refreshments Dinner served 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM, with refreshments available throughout the day. Connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Celebration & Community A refined New Year’s Eve celebration with music, conversation, and shared anticipation for the future.

## A New Year’s Eve Experience - Open House all day with multiple happenings and food. Cost: Free Step into a self-guided experience exploring some of the most powerful solutions to life. Access 100+ complimentary videos and booklets and move at your own pace—discover only the tools that resonate with you. Design your own path, sharpen your thinking, and launch into the New Year equipped with innovative tools for real change. Presentation at 2pm and 6pm. - Annual 2025 Year in Review An engaging look back at the milestones, progress, and wins of the past year—an opportunity to acknowledge growth and set your sights forward with optimism. A forward-focused message crafted to ignite motivation, sharpen perspective, and help you step into the new year energized and aligned. Complimentary Dinner & Refreshments Dinner served 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM, with refreshments available throughout the day. Connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Celebration & Community A refined New Year’s Eve celebration with music, conversation, and shared anticipation for the future. Founding Church of Scientology Washington, DC 1424 16th St NW Washington, DC 20036 Open House: 10AM - 9PM Open To: Friends, family, general public, newcomers, and members. Open to all. We look forward to welcoming you as we celebrate the close of one chapter and the exciting beginning of the next!

Start at the old train depot. After the run, we'll meet at Mile 20 for a drink! Run starts at 6:45 pm we will head toward Sterling tonight. Run at your own pace out and back. 2 mile runners turn around at Crestview Drive. 3 mile runners turn around at Tamarack Court. 3.5 & 4 - No cross streets in this stretch. You're on your own. :-) 5 mile runners - turn around at Sterling Blvd.

Best darn night ever! Lots of games. Even more laughs. Come and find out for yourself. New members or members who just haven't been out to a meetup are strongly encouraged to come. All are welcomed! OH, and Spider Kelly's has an awesome beer garden in the back. On nice nights, that's where will be. Can't make this board game night? Good thing we do this EVERY Wednesday. Other groups this event is posted to: Fun Times in the DMV, Arlington 20's & 30's Shenanigans, Alexandria-Arlington Active & Awesome, What's Up Arlington, Ballston and Clarendon Singles Mingle Group, Arlington 30s/40s, and !Best Happy Hours in the DMV

Join us for a magical evening at Reston Town Center! We’ll kick things off at Crafthouse at 6PM 🍹🍔 for some drinks, small bites, and casual mingling before heading over to the ice-skating rink. Our skating session is from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM, and it’s going to be full of laughs, spins, and maybe a few playful wobbles on the ice! Don’t worry if you’ve never skated before — it’s all about having fun and enjoying the vibe. Reston Town Center is the perfect winter wonderland with its sparkling lights ✨, outdoor fire pits 🔥, shops 🛍️, and restaurants 🍕🍷 — there’s plenty to explore before, during, or after our skating adventure. Tickets for skating can be purchased at the venue for a discounted rate of $14 🎟️. Skating is totally optional! ⛸️❤️ If you’d rather hang out, continue chatting, or soak in the festive atmosphere, join us around the rink — no ticket required. This is all about connecting, laughing, and enjoying a winter night together ❄️🥳. Can’t wait to see you there!

It’s likely cold so we’ll be meeting inside for the first coffee meetup of the new year! Come out for some low key conversations and the chance to meet new people in person over a hot cup of something. The venue also has a decent array of food options! We typically take over some chairs in the upstairs alcove to the left. Note there is an attendance cap and waitlist because we will be indoors and have limited space available - please be considerate and update your RSVP if you won’t be able to attend so someone else has the chance. *for everyone’s safety, please ensure your profile has at least a first name and/or face photo so we can see who is attending the event. Fully appreciate online privacy but we need the basics to keep everyone safe meeting strangers*

Social Sips & Bites Presents: A Monthly Culinary Experience **Small Group • Big Flavor • Great Company** We’re kicking off a brand-new monthly food series designed for those who truly appreciate great food and even better company. Each month, a small group of just 10 food lovers will gather at one handpicked spot in the DMV area, chosen for its vibrant flavors, cozy vibe, and overall wow factor. Think hidden gems, chef-driven menus, and memorable bites. This isn’t just about eating out. It’s about sharing a beautiful meal, great conversation, and unrushed time together. Reservations will be made in advance, so you can relax, savor the moment, and connect. Whether you’re a foodie, an adventurer, or just someone who loves a well-plated dish, this is your table.

All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited! This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism. ***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.*** We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested. We have the discretion to decide entry. HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD. Rules to abide : 1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID). 2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well. 3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible. 4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE. 5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion. 6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message. 7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box. 8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via (info@merevents.com). 9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group. 10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.*** ***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!*** \- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\! \- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\. \- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\. ***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).*** **FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.** http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/1/d/1/600_443321425.jpeg http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/d/3/2/b/600_449154059.jpeg http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/e/7/a/600_448335994.jpeg http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/e/0/2/6/600_448197382.jpeg http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/d/d/1/7/600_448196599.jpeg http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/2/8/e/600_434712942.jpeg http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/2/9/a/600_434712954.jpeg

**‼️🔔 IMPORTANT RESERVATION DETAILS 🔔‼️ We will be seated at small tables of 6, and all spots must be secured through an OpenTable reservation organized in our WhatsApp group. 👉 If your name is not on an OpenTable reservation, you do not have a confirmed spot. RSVP links and table coordination will be shared exclusively in the Glow Girl Lounge on WhatsApp. How to join the Lounge: 1️⃣ First, stop by Introductions and share a quick photo + short intro so we can verify who’s who. 👉[ Glow Girl Introductions](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KQjjpJMbXCCJ8rQsyCfmVr) 2️⃣ Once verified, you’ll be granted access to the Lounge, where brunch spots are coordinated. We can’t wait to brunch together 🤍✨** Turn brunch into a glow moment with your favorite girlfriends✨ Join Glow Girl Social Club for a cozy Sunday brunch to ease into the year together in Washington, D.C. We’ll connect with new girlfriends over good food, easy conversation, and a beautiful setting. Whether you’re new to Glow Girl or already part of the community, this is a lovely way to spend your morning. 🌟 Event Flow 12:00 PM — Arrivals & table seating 12:15 – 2:45 PM — Brunch + conversation 2:45 – 2:00 PM — Optional group photos & wind down 💖 What to Know ✨Dress code: Winter-chic brunch attire. Come comfortable, warm, and feeling like yourself. ✨Costs: Everyone will cover their own meal + drinks. Expect ~$40–$70 per person depending on your order. ✨You can look over the Brunch menu here: https://thepembrokedc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Pembroke-Brunch-Menu-Sep-2025-CWKH.pdf Who’s welcome: Women who want to indulge in a beautiful brunch while building friendships that glow. 🕓 Cancellation Policy If you reserve a seat but can’t attend, please remove yourself by Friday, Jan 2 by 11:59 PM so another Glow Girl can take your place and hosts can coordinate seating. ❗ Last-minute cancellations after the deadline and no-shows will result in a cool-off period for the next 3 curated events, to keep things fair for everyone. ✨ Hosted by Glow Girl Social Club, a women’s community founded in the San Francisco Bay Area with 900+ members and growing. A few reminders:
✨ Please let the organizers know if you have any concerns or feedback, we’re always open to hearing how we can make things better.
✨ If there’s ever an issue with your order or service, try to resolve it directly with the café or restaurant first so they have a fair chance to make it right

To attend: 1. RSVP; then 2. Register at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-years-eve-international-gala-at-the-omni-shoreham-hotel-tickets-1968203407374](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-years-eve-international-gala-at-the-omni-shoreham-hotel-tickets-1968203407374) ***with MULTIPLE AMAZING TALENTS*** **- *CIRQUE PERFORMANCES*** ***\- LIVE BANDS – INCLUDING 7 DEADLIES & CRUSH FUNK*** ***\- WASHINGTON’S BELOVED MASCOTS\, INCLUDING TEDDY FROM THE NATIONALS*** ***…and much more!*** ***FOUR Options*:** *1) General Admission* 2) VIP Admission 3) White Glove VIP Dinner 4) Late Night Admission **(*Group Rates Available. Email events@thingstodoDC.com for Details)*** **THOUSANDS ATTEND EVERY YEAR – AND THIS YEAR WILL BE NO EXCEPTION!** Tonight, we circle the globe and touch countries from around the globe to make this a truly WORLD-WIDE WELCOME into 2026! *15 INTERNATIONAL THEMED CELEBRATIONS \~ MULTIPLE SEPARATE BALLROOMS \~ ONE OF D.C.’s MOST LUXURIOUS LOCATIONS \~ EXCLUSIVE CIRQUE NEW YEAR’S EVE PERFORMANCES \~ LIVE BANDS, including 7 DEADLIES \~ SALUTE TO MULTIPLE COUNTRIES \~ FULLY STOCKED OPEN BAR \~ MIDNIGHT CHAMPAGNE TOAST \~ HUGE MIDNIGHT BALLOON DROP \~ D.C.’S BEST DJS \~ KARAOKE \~ STROLLING ENTERTAINERS \~ PARTY FAVORS \~ CARICATURIST DRAWINGS \~ AFRICAN DANCE SHOW \~ THE CHINESE LION DANCE \~ LIVE IRISH DANCE SHOW \~ OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION\~ INCREDIBLE HOTEL ROOM RATES \~ WHITE GLOVE SERVICE \~ VIP OPTIONS \~ MANY BARS AND STATIONS TO PREVENT LONG LINES \~ A SELL OUT EVERY YEAR \~ AND MUCH MORE!* **… including the Washington Nationals' most beloved President, TEDDY (and some friends) ready to race into 2026 and welcome in the new year with thousands of their fans!** **THE PARTY:** (A) **THE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE – GRAND BALLROOMS** 1. T**IMES SQUARE (New York City)** Embrace your patriotic spirit with pride and enthusiasm as we transport you to a trendy New York nightclub setting with one of Washington’s best DJs spinning the greatest American retro, top 40, hip hop, and dance! A giant midnight balloon drop (with a hidden apple) and light show will welcome you to 2026. (…and you don’t have to risk frostbite.) Again, be prepared as a GIGANTIC BALLOON DROP covers the dance floor at the stroke of midnight! **WASHINGTON’S LARGEST MIDNIGHT BALLOON DROP: THE BEST IN DC!** **2) EXCLUSIVE INTERNATIONAL CIRQUE PERFORMANCES AND CELEBRATION** 3. **TEDDY FROM THE WASHINGTON NATIONALS** **4) THE HOLLYWOOD EXPERIENCE: Starring** **7 DEADLINES** **(B) THE CARIBBEAN** **1) *BARBADOS, BAHAMAS, JAMAICA, and ALL THE OTHER CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES*** **\- STARRING DJ PUMPKIN** **2) BONUS: WIN A TRIP TO THE CARIBBEAN!** Enter a drawing to win a vacation trip to one of the Caribbean Islands or Cancun, Mexico. **(C) SOUTH AMERICA** **THE 1950′s HAVANA SALSA EXPERIENCE** **(D) EUROPE** **1) *PARIS, ROME, PRAGUE, MOSCOW, BERLIN AND THE* EUROPEAN HIGH ENERGY NIGHTLIFE EXPERIENCE:** 2. **OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION:** 3. **DUBLIN:** **(E) ASIA** **1) THE TOKYO EXPERIENCE: KARAOKE** **2) CHINESE LION DANCE: The Native Chinese** **(F) AFRICA:** Dressed in full native traditional African outfits, we will be dazzled by their interactive show and energy. **For your price of admission, in a single evening, you will revel in and enjoy:** * One of Washington’s Most Luxurious and Historic Hotels * Fully Stocked Open Bar * Plenty of Comfort Space with No Long Lines for Food or Drinks * Midnight Champagne Toast * Elaborate Buffet Menus (served by the same kitchen that serves royalty) * A Celebration with Beloved Nationals Mascots Teddy and Friends * Washington’s Best DJs * Exclusive Cirque Performances * The Live Talents of “7 Deadlies” * The High-Energy Rockin Beats DC’s Favorite DJs * Teddy from the Nationals * Salsa (with optional lessons) * Karaoke * Magic * An African Dance Presentation * A Chinese Lion Dance Presentation * Oktoberfest Dance Presentation * Live Irish Dancing * Caribbean Music * Huge Balloon Drop * Special Guests * Caricaturist * VIP Options * Two Different Ticket Times and Prices * Hats, Tiaras, Party favors and Giveaways * AMAZING Low Discounted Overnight Hotel Rates (only $164) ...plus many more surprises. **VIP OPTION** Want to make your New Year’s Eve experience extra special? Why not indulge yourself with VIP treatment? Enjoy all of the fantastic amenities our New Year’s Eve Gala has to offer and complement them with our exclusive special VIP Reception and Dinner. **OPTIONAL OVERNIGHT HOTEL STAY – Only $172 a Night!** (Rooms Available at:[https://bookings.omnihotels.com/event/washington-dc-shoreham/new-years-eve-gala-room-block](https://bookings.omnihotels.com/event/washington-dc-shoreham/new-years-eve-gala-room-block) To attend: 1. RSVP; then 2. Register at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-years-eve-international-gala-at-the-omni-shoreham-hotel-tickets-1968203407374](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-years-eve-international-gala-at-the-omni-shoreham-hotel-tickets-1968203407374)

To secure your spot, purchase your ticket from the Eventbrite link ([https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bootleggers-new-years-eve-gatsby-ball-tickets-1974955713704](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bootleggers-new-years-eve-gatsby-ball-tickets-1974955713704)). RSVPing only on the Meetup page, doesn't allow you to attend the Event. ABOUT THE EVENT Prepare for an enchanted New Year’s Eve escape into a bygone era of sensational glamor, decadence and revelry reminiscent of the roaring 20s. The party will be so extraordinary and so magnificent that it beckons all to join in celebration. Step inside history for the **Bootleggers Ball**. The historic National Union Building spans 27,000 square feet, including 7 stories (a secret speakeasy) and 10 party rooms. Wander through history and treat yourself to an exquisite experience. **WANT TO JOIN? Purchase Tickets Now Before They Sell Out** **FAQ/CONTACT US:** For any event related questions, please email [info@merevents.com.](http://info@merevents.com./) We may have already answered one of your questions, see our FAQs below: **IDs:** *You must be at least 21 years of age to enter the event. Every attendee must have a valid, government issued photo ID with DOB or Official Foreign Passport ONLY! NO EXCEPTIONS.* **Dress code:** Attire: Step back-in-time when fashion was full of fringe, feathers, and shiny embellishments. Gentlemen are encouraged to wear formal attire (black-tie optional) and women are encouraged to wear Twenties-Era appropriate attire. **Seating:** This is a cocktail-style to maximize event space and provide a comfortable crowd flow. What is the seating situation? *This is a cocktail-style event with limited seating to maximize event space and provide a comfortable crowd flow.* What is the refund policy? *No refunds, all tickets are final purchase. You may transfer tickets* What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? *Street parking is a challenge and garage parking is a bit expensive. On top of that ,the event involves drinking. We encourage our guests to use ride share OR taxi services to attend the event and leave safely. DRINK RESPONSIBLY.* Still have questions: *Please TEXT at (202) 368-1878. Text only:)* *Payment Instructions :* 1\. Login to see the 'Get Tickets' button\, after RSVPing\. Then hit the button\. 2\. Verify correct dollar amount for number of people you're paying for\. **3\. If you don't have a Paypal account\, click "Pay with a Debit or Credit Card"\.** 4\. If you have a Paypal account\, simply log in\, and pay as you normally would via Paypal\. **How to Unblock the Pop-up Blocker on Your Phone** Many of our patrons advised us that they have a Pop-up Blocker on their iPhones and it hinders them from buying tickets. To unblock, please follow the following steps : For Safari Users : 1\. Go to Settings\. 2\. Scroll down to Safari and click on it\. 3\. Select Block Pop\-ups and turn it off\. For Google Chrome Users : 1\. Open Google Chrome\. 2\. Click on the three dots and you will see many options\. 3\. Click on Settings\. 4\. Scroll down to content settings\. 5\. Select Block Pop\-ups and turn it off\. Refund & Ticket Resell Policy All sales are final. We only refund the full amount, if the event is canceled. If it is rescheduled, we will send an email to ticket holders advising that. A full refund will be given to those that let us know within 2 calendar days of the update email, if you are unable to make it on the new date. No refunds will be given after that time. However, you can sell your ticket to someone else if you are unable to attend. Please, feel free to post in the comment box for the event, that you have a ticket for sale. Work out payment between yourselves, and have the seller only send the organizer a message letting us know the full name and contact details of the person taking your spot. You must let us know two hours before the RSVP close time, on the day of the event.

**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [5 Bean Coffee](https://5beancoffee.com/)!

# **Band: The Pegheads; Caller: Liz Burkhart** Beginner lesson at 1:30, regular dancing begins at 2:00 pm NOTE THAT WE ARE TEMPORARILY DANCING IN THE AFTERNOON INSTEAD OF EVENING. Dance with us in the afternoon then you can still go out in the evening! **Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 1:30 - 2:00, followed by dancing 2:00 - 430. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. Please bring your own refillable water bottle.

**Games**: Bring your favorite game to play with others or join in with a game that someone else brought. Board games. Card games. Please, no axe throwing games or other blood sports. It's not that I'm opposed to such things, it's just that clean up could be a mess and my First Aid certification is long expired. (POST here in the comments what game you are bringing. Let us know what you're good at and what you want to play...) **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*

**400**: Amazingly, this is our 400th event! A big, big, big thank you to all the members who have made the Hilliard Wine Club a great place to meet friends and drink wine. Thank you. **Smashburgers**: We'll close the doors at Alive614 a little early this evening to take a short trip to Wilson's, a new restaurant/bar that replaced Yabo's. I'm going for the smash burgers, but if that's not in your culinary wheelhouse they have a fairly generous menu featuring "Smash burgers, wings, Tex‑Mex", etc. : https://wilsonshilliard.com/menu/ . **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*

Join the Columbus Ski Club for a First Friday Happy Hour! If you're new in town or just looking to socialize, this is the event for you. Connect with fellow sports enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers while sharing travel stories and tips for the best ski slopes or hiking trails. Contact: Herb Beidel, 614 -619-7808 [Dec_2025_CSC_Track Newsletter.pdf]() CSC Membership not required for happy hour!