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Cours de dessin et aquarelle débutant / Relaxing morning watercolor for beginner
Cours de dessin et aquarelle débutant / Relaxing morning watercolor for beginner
⚠️ Vous n'avez pas besoin de payer en avance. En cas de problème d'inscription merci de me contacter par message privé. L'application meetup a quelques bugs. ⚠️ L'adresse exacte est envoyée par message privé uniquement. Merci de me confirmer votre présence par message si c'est votre première fois 😊👍 Bonjour, Je souhaite partager ma passion avec ceux qui ont hésité à franchir le premier pas et qui aimeraient découvrir le monde fantastique et paisible des aquarelles. Les débutants qui veulent s'initier aux bases de l'aquarelle sont les bienvenus. L'objectif est bien sûr d'apprendre, mais je l'oriente surtout vers la recherche de son propre style et d'un moment de convivialité autour d'un café et de biscuits. Je vous propose de venir dans mon atelier à Vincennes pour prendre des cours d'aquarelle de 2h dans un cadre agréable et créatif. (métro 1 ou rer A) Je fournis tout le matériel nécessaire. La séance est à 22€. Pour plus d'info : Instagram : www.instagram.com/wildlittlemango Facebook : Wild Little Mango YouTube : www.youtube.com/channel/UCUBj7wQgPx5blqYFv5S0Z3w N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour plus de renseignements. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ⚠️ If you have any difficulties registering, please contact me by private message. The meetup app encounters a lot of bugs 🙁 ⚠️ Hello, I want to share the passion I have for watercolor with people who want an initiation of this fantastic and peaceful art. The purpose is to learn the basic technical skill but the main part is to find its own style of pouring the colour into a nice time around cakes and coffees (or tea). The session costs 22€. I can invite you in my personal workshop in Vincennes (métro 1 or rer A) for 2h of creativity. All watercolor supplies is provided, just bring your smile :) You can also check my gallery at : my Instagram : www.instagram.com/wildlittlemango my Facebook page : Wild little mango my Youtube channel : www.youtube.com/channel/UCUBj7wQgPx5blqYFv5S0Z3w Do not hesitate to contact me for further information. Julie
De l'Isle-adam à Presles en boucle
De l'Isle-adam à Presles en boucle
English version below Bonjour, Je vous propose une boucle à partir de la gare de Isle-Adam Parmain (ligne h). Depart à 10h45 (RDV possible à gare du nord vers 9h40) longueur : 23.5 km Prenez à boire, à manger et de quoi vous couvrir. lien visorando : https://www.visorando.com/randonnee-boucle-entre-l-isle-adam-et-presles/ Hello, I invite you to join me for a loop hike starting from Isle-Adam Parmain station (line H). Departure at 10:45 AM.(Meeting point possible at Gare du nord, around 9:40 AM). Distance: 23.5 km. Please bring water, food, and appropriate clothing.
Saturday badminton - 11am (Lower Intermediate +)
Saturday badminton - 11am (Lower Intermediate +)
Hi Badminton Fans! Come and join us every Saturday for a fun session of badminton. **This session is open for lower intermediates and above (no complete beginners allowed).** What that means is that you should have a grasp of doubles gameplay and be comfortable with short serves at minimum. **What Do You Need** Don't worry about equipment; racquets and shuttlecocks are provided, and there's no need for a badminton license or insurance. Just bring your indoor sports shoes and a willingness to meet new friends and have lots of fun. There are changing rooms and showers. **Get There Early** Try to get there early to change and warm up so we can start right on time. **Registration & Payments** Registration is 12€ per person, and you can sign up via PayPal through this event page. For alternative payments, check for available slots on the event page first. Then, submit your payment via https://revolut.me/nishuastic with a description of which event you are signing up for, and send the screenshot to one of us so that we can add you. *Please note: If your name is **not** in the attendees list and you do not have confirmation from us, you will be turned away.* **Annual Membership Option** For regular players, there is the option to take out an annual membership. This costs 80€ for the first year and is renewable for 40€ each year. This reduces the weekly registration fee to only 10€ per session. **No Refunds** In the case of a cancellation or no-show, there are no refunds. See you all on the court on Sunday. Happy badminton-ing! Nischay (0780827985) and Vijay (0767341832) **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** 1. I don’t speak French, can I join? * Yes! We are an international group, and everyone speaks English! 2. Are there still available slots? I can’t sign up! Help! * Check the bottom of the event page for availabilities. Once full, RSVPs will be closed. Sign up as early as possible because the events fill up very quickly. 3. I signed up, but I can’t make it! Can I get a refund? * No refunds for cancellations or no-shows. If you inform us early enough, we can try to find a substitute and issue a refund, but no guarantees. 4. Why can’t I get a refund? * We need a fixed number of participants to maximize court usage, court fees, team arrangements, and team rotations. Cancellations throw all of this off. 5. Do I need to bring anything? Water? Racquets? Birdies? * If you have your own racquet, that will be best! Otherwise, we have spare ones, and we provide the shuttlecocks. Bring enough water to hydrate yourself.
Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟
Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟
**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The Art&More Team**
Café philo sur l'argent
Café philo sur l'argent
But de notre Café philo sur l'argent : vous permettre de parler avec d'autres de la place de l'argent dans la société et dans votre vie. Vous pourrez : * parler d’argent en toute confidentialité et sécurité; * rencontrer des personnes qui ont également des questions ou des difficultés à propos de l’argent; * vous enrichir de leur expérience et les enrichir des vôtres; * trouver des réponses à vos questions; * clarifier votre relation à l’argent; * inventer de nouveaux comportements plus heureux avec l’argent. Ce café philo est ouvert à tous et gratuit. Le thème du jour est choisi collectivement en début de séance. Pas besoin d'être un philosophe ni même un "intellectuel" : nous partageons nos questions et nos réflexions sur l'argent dans la simplicité, l'écoute, la bienveillance et la confidentialité. > L'animateur Jean Beaujouan est co-fondateur de l'association Osons parler argent. Il travaille sur l’argent comme objet social et psychologique (animation d’ateliers, de séminaires et de conférences). Depuis 2010, il accompagne et forme à la gestion du budget des personnes en difficulté financière et des formateurs. > Informations Nombre de participants : limité à 18 Atelier mensuel Contact : jean.beaujouan@osons-parler-argent.com Site :https://unipopargent.com/ateliers-pratiques/cafe-philo-argent/
Sorties et rencontres amicales PARIS - Afterwork, jeux, rando, sport...
Sorties et rencontres amicales PARIS - Afterwork, jeux, rando, sport...
👋 Qui veut intégrer un groupe d'amis en cours de constitution pour faire des sorties et activités ensemble sur Paris et la région parisienne ? Voici quelques exemples de sorties proposées dans ce groupe : ❇️ apéro, afterwork, bars, restaurants, brunch, pique-nique ❇️ ciné, concert, théatre, musée ❇️ sports (tennis, initiation au golf, hiit, running, escalade, etc.) ❇️ jeux de société (poker, loup garou...) et en plein air (mollky, pétanque...) ❇️ week-end ❇️ et tout ce que tu pourras proposer. 💥💥 Ouverture, respect et bienveillance sont les valeurs qui animent le groupe 💥💥 Si tout cela te parle, inscris toi à notre groupe "Sorties et rencontres amicales - Paris" pour être informé(e) de toutes les sorties, il vient tout juste d'être créé sur Meetup et nous serons heureux de faire ta connaissance lors d'une prochaine sortie 👋 Ne te fie pas au nombre de participants sur Meetup, nous sommes sur plusieurs sites et Meetup est le dernier sur lequel nous avons ouvert un compte. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* BIEN LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CI-DESSOUS \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **NB : INUTILE DE CLIQUER SUR "Participer" SUR CETTE FICHE.** Inscris toi juste au groupe et clique sur "Participer" uniquement sur les activités / sorties qui ont lieu de façon sure et certaine et qui sont toutes précédées des symboles 💥💥 devant leur titre. **Si dans le titre de la sortie il n'y a pas les symboles 💥💥 c'est que la sortie n'est pas confirmée.** Nos sorties (et celle d'autres utilisateurs) sont également publiées sur l'application gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem : 👉 Appstore : [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) 👉 Google Play : [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) Tu peux aussi t'inscrire au groupe Whatsapp Weezem ici pour être informé(e) de nos futures sorties 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC) A très vite. Patrice
Session de modèle vivant/nu, life figure drawing and painting
Session de modèle vivant/nu, life figure drawing and painting
Portrait/Nu Dessin et peinture d'après modèle vivant! Dans le 11ème à Paris tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus, vous pouvez visiter notre site pour plus d'infos ou de questions http://www.conservatoiredessinpeintureparis.com ou 06 22 14 87 36 Portrait and nude Life drawing and painting session in our new studio All levels are welcome, for more info : 00 33 6 14 87 36 or http://www.conservatoiredessinpeintureparis.com https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/5/e/600_466311038.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/4/e/600_466311022.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/5/3/600_466311027.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/5/6/600_466311030.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/4/c/600_466311020.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/2/9/0/600_465937520.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/2/c/f/600_465937583.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/2/8/5/600_453813413.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/2/9/3/600_453813427.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/2/a/e/600_453813454.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/3/7/c/600_439941372.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/3/5/6/600_439941334.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/3/b/a/600_439941434.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/3/e/6/600_439941478.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/6/e/a/600_436906826.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/7/a/5/600_436907013.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/7/a/b/600_436907019.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/4/5/5/600_439941589.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/5/d/0/600_439941968.jpeg

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Sunday badminton - 12pm Intermediate/Advanced
Sunday badminton - 12pm Intermediate/Advanced
Hi Badminton Fans! Come and join us every Sunday for a fun session of badminton. There are usually 2 sessions to choose from. **This session is open to intermediate level players and above ONLY.** What that means is that you should be comfortable with short serves to the T, doubles rotations, and smashes. There is also an 11 am Open Session for players of all abilities. If you're unsure of your level, sign up for the 11am session to start or ask us! We will try our utmost to ensure that you play with people of similar levels. As such, we can and will restrict participation at this 12pm session at our discretion. **What Do You Need** Don't worry about equipment; racquets and shuttlecocks are provided, and there's no need for a badminton license or insurance. Just bring your indoor sports shoes, and a willingness to meet new friends and have lots of fun. There are changing rooms and showers. **Get There Early** Try and get there early to change and get warmed up so that we can start right on time. The courts are normally not being used before we play, so we can get a little extra time playing. **Registration & Payments** Registration is 14€ per person, and you can sign up via PayPal through this event page. For alternative payments, check for available slots on the event page first. Then, submit your payment via https://revolut.me/jonathwu3q with a description of which event you are signing up for and send the screenshot to one of us so that we can add you. *Please Note: If your name is **not** in the attendees list and you do not have confirmation from us, you will be turned away.* **Annual Membership Option** For regular players, there is the option to take out an annual membership. This costs 80€ for the first year and is renewable each year for 40€. This reduces the weekly registration fee to only 10€ per session. **No Refunds** In the case of a cancellation or no-show, there are no refunds. See you all on the court on Sunday. Happy badminton-ing! Kelvin (0603250357) and Vijay (0767341832) **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** 1. I don’t speak French, can I join? * Yes! We are an international group and everyone speaks English! 2. Are there still available slots? I can’t sign up! Help! * Check the bottom of the event page for availabilities. Once full, RSVPs will be closed. Sign up as early as possible because the events fill up very quickly. 3. I signed up, but I can’t make it! Can I get a refund? * No refunds for cancellations or no-shows. If you inform us early enough, we can try to find a substitute and refund you, but no guarantees. 4. Why can’t I get a refund? * We need a fixed number of participants to maximize court usage, court fees, team arrangements, and team rotations. Cancelations throw all of this off. 5. Do I need to bring anything? Water? Racquets? Birdies? * If you have your own racquet, that will be best! Otherwise, we have spare ones and we provide the shuttlecocks. Bring enough water to hydrate yourself.
Sunday Badminton -  11am Open Session
Sunday Badminton - 11am Open Session
Hi Badminton Fans! Come and join us every Sunday for a fun session of badminton. There are usually 2 sessions to choose from, **This 11 am - Open Session is open to players of all levels.** **If you are a complete beginner -** Talk to us first before signing up, and we can try to make accommodations and maybe have beginners-only court to begin with, with one of the organisers ready to explain all of the basics, such as serving, scoring, rules etc, as well as some pointers to help you progress. **Which Session To Choose** If you're unsure of your level, sign up for the 11am session to start, or ask us! We will try our utmost to ensure that you play with people of similar levels. **What Do You Need** Don't worry about equipment; racquets and shuttlecocks are provided, and there's no need for a badminton license or insurance. Just bring your indoor sports shoes, and a willingness to meet new friends and have lots of fun. There are changing rooms and showers. **Get There Early** Try and get there early to change and get warmed up so that we can start right on time. The courts are normally not being used before we play, so we can get a little extra time playing. **Registration & Payments** Registration is 14€ per person, and you can sign up via PayPal through this event page. For alternative payments, check for available slots on the event page first. Then, submit your payment via https://revolut.me/jonathwu3q with a description of which event you are signing up for, and send the screenshot to one of us so that we can add you. *Please Note: If your name is **not** in the attendees list and you do not have confirmation from us, you will be turned away.* **Annual Membership Option** For regular players, there is the option to take out an annual membership. This costs 80€ for the first year and is renewable each year for 40€. This reduces the weekly registration fee to only 10€ per session. **No Refunds** In the case of a cancellation or no-show, there are no refunds. See you all on the court on Sunday. Happy badminton-ing! Kelvin (0603250357) and Vijay (0767341832), **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** 1. I don’t speak French, can I join? * Yes! We are an international group and everyone speaks English! 2. Are there still available slots? I can’t sign up! Help! * Check the bottom of the event page for availabilities. Once full, RSVPs will be closed. Sign up as early as possible because the events fill up very quickly. 3. I signed up, but I can’t make it! Can I get a refund? * No refunds for cancellations or no-shows. If you inform us early enough, we can try to find a substitute and refund you, but no guarantees. 4. Why can’t I get a refund? * We need a fixed number of participants to maximize court usage, court fees, team arrangements, and team rotations. Cancelations throw all of this off. 5. Do I need to bring anything? Water? Racquets? Birdies? * If you have your own racquet, that will be best! Otherwise, we have spare ones and we provide the shuttlecocks. Bring enough water to hydrate yourself.
🌿 French-English Bilingual Hike -  Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye → Poissy
🌿 French-English Bilingual Hike - Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye → Poissy
🥾 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘩\*\*-**𝘌𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩 𝘉𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘏𝘪𝘬𝘦 –** 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘚𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵-**𝘎𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯**-**𝘦𝘯**-\*\*𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘦 **→** 𝘗𝘰𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘺 **Sunday, May 17, 2026 – 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM** – Step out of the city and into the forest. 👉 **Book your spot: [Bilingual Hike – Official booking page](https://club-international.org/event/bilingual-hike-forest-saint-germain-en-laye/)** 🚨 Limited spots 🇬🇧 (𝘌𝘕𝘎𝘓𝘐𝘚𝘏 𝘝𝘌𝘙𝘚𝘐𝘖𝘕) (𝘝𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘯ç𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘪-𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘴) What if your next great conversation happened between the trees? 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗶𝗸𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁-𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻-𝗲𝗻-𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗲, 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘆 — a landscape steeped in history, where French kings once hunted. Walking, talking, and discovering one of the most beautiful natural spaces near Paris. ✨ **Highlights of the day:** * Ancient woodland, open clearings and forest trails * The Château du Val and the peaceful Mare aux Canes * The Abbey and the collegiate church of Poissy, where Saint Louis was baptised * Bilingual conversations (French & English) all along the route * Shared picnic to keep the conversations going 🌍 **An international experience**: a relaxed, multicultural atmosphere throughout the day. 💬 **English in the morning, French in the afternoon** – a relaxed bilingual format that lets you practise naturally, without pressure. 🚶 **Easy & accessible**: 15,5km walk, suitable for everyone – hiking or comfortable sports shoes recommended. 🚂 **Easy access from Paris**: RER to Maisons-Laffitte – Navigo pass valid. 👉 *Curious to know more?* ➡ **Register & discover the full programme: [French-English Hike in the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye](https://club-international.org/event/bilingual-hike-forest-saint-germain-en-laye/)** ⚠ 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 "𝘈𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥" 𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘶𝘱 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 𝘕𝘖𝘛 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 👉 Only registrations via the official link are valid. 💸 **Practical Info** * Member €8 / Non-member €12 * After May 13: €15 for all * Departure: **Maisons-Laffitte Station · RER A · 10:30 am** * Bring your picnic and a water bottle 👉 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 (𝘮𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵, 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘵, 𝘦𝘵𝘤.) 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬. *Crédit photo : Céline Brigaut* ——\*—— 🇫🇷 (𝘝𝘌𝘙𝘚𝘐𝘖𝘕 𝘍𝘙𝘈𝘕Ç𝘈𝘐𝘚𝘌) Et si votre prochaine belle conversation commençait entre les arbres ? 𝙇𝙚 𝘾𝙡𝙪𝙗 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙙𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙨 𝙫𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙖̀ 𝙪𝙣𝙚 𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚́𝙚 𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙪𝙚 𝙚𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙚 𝙙𝙚 15,5 𝙠𝙢 𝙖̀ 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙡𝙖 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙚̂𝙩 𝘿𝙤𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙚 𝙙𝙚 𝙎𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙩-𝙂𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙣-𝙚𝙣-𝙇𝙖𝙮𝙚, 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙦𝙪'𝙖̀ 𝙋𝙤𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙮 — un paysage chargé d'histoire royale, là où les rois de France chassaient. Marchez, conversez et découvrez l'un des plus beaux espaces naturels aux portes de Paris. ✨**Au fil du parcours :** * Sous-bois, grandes clairières et sentiers forestiers * Le Château du Val et la bucolique Mare aux Canes * L'Enclos de l'Abbaye et la collégiale de Poissy, où fut baptisé saint Louis * Échanges bilingues (français & anglais) tout au long du parcours * Pique-nique partagé pour prolonger les discussions 🌍 **Une ambiance internationale** : conviviale et multiculturelle tout au long de la journée. 💬 **Anglais le matin, français l'après-midi** – un format bilingue détendu pour progresser naturellement, sans pression. 🚶 **Accessible à tous** : 15,5 km, chaussures de randonnée ou de sport recommandées. 🚂 **Accès facile depuis Paris** : RER jusqu'à Maisons-Laffitte – pass Navigo valable. 👉 Envie d'en savoir plus ? ➡ **Inscription & programme complet : [Randonnée franco-anglaise dans la forêt de Saint-Germain-en-Laye](https://club-international.org/event/bilingual-hike-forest-saint-germain-en-laye/)** ⚠ 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘳 « 𝘑𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘦 » 𝘴𝘶𝘳 𝘔𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘶𝘱 𝘯𝘦 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘴 𝘷𝘰𝘵𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 👉 Seules les inscriptions via le lien officiel sont prises en compte. 💸 **Infos pratiques** * Members / Membres : **8 €** * Non-members / Non-membres : **12 €** * Après le 13 mai : 15 € pour tous * Départ : **Gare de Maisons-Laffitte · RER A · 10h30** * Prévoir pique-nique et gourde 👉 𝘛𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘥é𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘷𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘲𝘶é𝘴 𝘢𝘱𝘳è𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘭𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘭. Photo credit: Céline Brigaut ——\*—— Pour adhérer au Club International des Jeunes à Paris et participer à toutes nos activités visitez notre site. / To join the Club International des Jeunes in Paris and take part in all our activities, visit our website : [Club International](https://club-international.org/nous-rejoindre/). 💛 Vous pouvez contribuer à notre mission éducative et culturelle en faisant un don ici : [https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/](https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/) Chaque don donne droit à un reçu fiscal permettant de déduire 60 % de son montant de vos impôts. / Support our educational and cultural work by making a donation here: 🔗 [https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/](https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/) Every contribution counts! If you pay taxes in France, your donation comes with an official tax receipt — and 60% of your gift is tax-deductible. ——\*—— 🗺 𝗩𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘂𝘃𝗲𝘇 𝗮𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶 𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘀 𝗺𝗲́𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘂𝘅 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗹𝘀 : / You can also find us on our cultural social media: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/clubinternationaldeparis/) \| [Page Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100058796061461) \| [Groupe Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/2232689231) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-international-de-paris/) \| [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@ClubInternationaldeParis) 𝕃'𝕖́𝕢𝕦𝕚𝕡𝕖 𝕕𝕦 ℂ𝕝𝕦𝕓 𝕀𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕣𝕟𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟𝕒𝕝 𝕕𝕖 ℙ𝕒𝕣𝕚𝕤 🤗
🥾 French-English Bilingual Hike -  Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye → Poissy
🥾 French-English Bilingual Hike - Forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye → Poissy
🥾 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘩**-**𝘌𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩 𝘉𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘏𝘪𝘬𝘦 **–** 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘚𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵**-**𝘎𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯**-**𝘦𝘯**-**𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘦 **→** 𝘗𝘰𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘺 **Sunday, May 17, 2026 – 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM** – Step out of the city and into the forest. 👉 **Book your spot: [Bilingual Hike – Official booking page](https://club-international.org/event/bilingual-hike-forest-saint-germain-en-laye/)** 🚨 Limited spots 🇬🇧 (𝘌𝘕𝘎𝘓𝘐𝘚𝘏 𝘝𝘌𝘙𝘚𝘐𝘖𝘕) (𝘝𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘯ç𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘪-𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘴) What if your next great conversation happened between the trees? 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗶𝗸𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁-𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻-𝗲𝗻-𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗲, 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘆 — a landscape steeped in history, where French kings once hunted. Walking, talking, and discovering one of the most beautiful natural spaces near Paris. ✨ **Highlights of the day:** * Ancient woodland, open clearings and forest trails * The Château du Val and the peaceful Mare aux Canes * The Abbey and the collegiate church of Poissy, where Saint Louis was baptised * Bilingual conversations (French & English) all along the route * Shared picnic to keep the conversations going 🌍 **An international experience**: a relaxed, multicultural atmosphere throughout the day. 💬 **English in the morning, French in the afternoon** – a relaxed bilingual format that lets you practise naturally, without pressure. 🚶 **Easy & accessible**: 15,5km walk, suitable for everyone – hiking or comfortable sports shoes recommended. 🚂 **Easy access from Paris**: RER to Maisons-Laffitte – Navigo pass valid. 👉 *Curious to know more?* ➡ **Register & discover the full programme: [French-English Hike in the forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye](https://club-international.org/event/bilingual-hike-forest-saint-germain-en-laye/)** ⚠ 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 "𝘈𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥" 𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘶𝘱 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 𝘕𝘖𝘛 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 👉 Only registrations via the official link are valid. 💸 **Practical Info** * Member €8 / Non-member €12 * After May 13: €15 for all * Departure: **Maisons-Laffitte Station · RER A · 10:30 am** * Bring your picnic and a water bottle 👉 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 (𝘮𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵, 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘵, 𝘦𝘵𝘤.) 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬. ——\*—— 🇫🇷 (𝘝𝘌𝘙𝘚𝘐𝘖𝘕 𝘍𝘙𝘈𝘕Ç𝘈𝘐𝘚𝘌) Et si votre prochaine belle conversation commençait entre les arbres ? 𝙇𝙚 𝘾𝙡𝙪𝙗 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙙𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙨 𝙫𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙖̀ 𝙪𝙣𝙚 𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚́𝙚 𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙪𝙚 𝙚𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙚 𝙙𝙚 15,5 𝙠𝙢 𝙖̀ 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙡𝙖 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙚̂𝙩 𝘿𝙤𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙚 𝙙𝙚 𝙎𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙩-𝙂𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙣-𝙚𝙣-𝙇𝙖𝙮𝙚, 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙦𝙪'𝙖̀ 𝙋𝙤𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙮 — un paysage chargé d'histoire royale, là où les rois de France chassaient. Marchez, conversez et découvrez l'un des plus beaux espaces naturels aux portes de Paris. ✨**Au fil du parcours :** * Sous-bois, grandes clairières et sentiers forestiers * Le Château du Val et la bucolique Mare aux Canes * L'Enclos de l'Abbaye et la collégiale de Poissy, où fut baptisé saint Louis * Échanges bilingues (français & anglais) tout au long du parcours * Pique-nique partagé pour prolonger les discussions 🌍 **Une ambiance internationale** : conviviale et multiculturelle tout au long de la journée. 💬 **Anglais le matin, français l'après-midi** – un format bilingue détendu pour progresser naturellement, sans pression. 🚶 **Accessible à tous** : 15,5 km, chaussures de randonnée ou de sport recommandées. 🚂 **Accès facile depuis Paris** : RER jusqu'à Maisons-Laffitte – pass Navigo valable. 👉 Envie d'en savoir plus ? ➡ **Inscription & programme complet : [Randonnée franco-anglaise dans la forêt de Saint-Germain-en-Laye](https://club-international.org/event/bilingual-hike-forest-saint-germain-en-laye/)** ⚠ 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘳 « 𝘑𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘦 » 𝘴𝘶𝘳 𝘔𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘶𝘱 𝘯𝘦 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘴 𝘷𝘰𝘵𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 👉 Seules les inscriptions via le lien officiel sont prises en compte. 💸 **Infos pratiques** * Members / Membres : **8 €** * Non-members / Non-membres : **12 €** * Après le 13 mai : 15 € pour tous * Départ : **Gare de Maisons-Laffitte · RER A · 10h30** * Prévoir pique-nique et gourde 👉 𝘛𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘥é𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘷𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘲𝘶é𝘴 𝘢𝘱𝘳è𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘭𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘭. *** Pour adhérer au Club International des Jeunes à Paris et participer à toutes nos activités visitez notre site. / To join the Club International des Jeunes in Paris and take part in all our activities, visit our website : [Club International](https://club-international.org/nous-rejoindre/). 💛 Vous pouvez contribuer à notre mission éducative et culturelle en faisant un don ici : [https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/](https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/) Chaque don donne droit à un reçu fiscal permettant de déduire 60 % de son montant de vos impôts. / Support our educational and cultural work by making a donation here: 🔗 [https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/](https://club-international.org/don-club-international-de-paris/) Every contribution counts! If you pay taxes in France, your donation comes with an official tax receipt — and 60% of your gift is tax-deductible. *** 🗺 𝗩𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘂𝘃𝗲𝘇 𝗮𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶 𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘀 𝗺𝗲́𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘂𝘅 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗹𝘀 : / You can also find us on our cultural social media: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/clubinternationaldeparis/) \| [Page Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100058796061461) \| [Groupe Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/2232689231) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/club-international-de-paris/) \| [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@ClubInternationaldeParis) 𝕃'𝕖́𝕢𝕦𝕚𝕡𝕖 𝕕𝕦 ℂ𝕝𝕦𝕓 𝕀𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕣𝕟𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟𝕒𝕝 𝕕𝕖 ℙ𝕒𝕣𝕚𝕤 🤗
Paris Drawing meetup au Musée du Quai Branly
Paris Drawing meetup au Musée du Quai Branly
Ce dimanche nous visitons le musée du Quai Branly et ses jardins (s'il ne pleut pas !). Rendez vous à 14h30 sous le préau devant les billetteries du musée. Apportez votre matériel de dessin, votre carnet de croquis. Tous niveaux bienvenus. Si vous êtes en retard pas de soucis. A 17h, nous nous retrouverons au point de rendez-vous initial pour aller prendre un café ensemble, discuter et partager nos dessins. This Sunday we visit the Quai Branly museum and its gardens (if it doesn't rain!). Meet at 2:30 p.m. under the courtyard in front of the museum ticket offices. Bring your drawing materials, your sketchbook. All levels welcome. If you are late, no worries. At 5 p.m., we will meet at the initial meeting point to have a coffee together, chat and share our drawings.

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Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.
COhPy Monthly Meeting
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month John Lairson will share a notebook describing the Alpaca (Paper) Trading API and discuss different algorithms for evaluating stock trades. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com
Contra dance May 16 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
Contra dance May 16 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Saturday, May 16, 2026** **Beginners’ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM** **Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM** **Please note that this is an afternoon dance!** **You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the church’s back parking lot) after the dance.** **Kim Thompson, from Athens, will take the mic and we’ll dance to the music of Roscommon Sessions. Kim will lead us through a variety of old and new dances that welcome newbies and delight experienced dancers.** **Roscommon Sessions, a traditional Irish music quartet from Columbus, Ohio, began their musical journey centered around the energy and spontaneity of Irish sessions. They are excited to bring their lively jigs and reels, a couple of flowing waltzes, and the occasional musical surprise to the All Soles contra dancers!** **Roscommon Sessions is Steve Steele (guitar), Jim Lindroth (percussion), Carol Metheny (fiddle) and Sarah Sigmon (fiddle).** **We hope to see you dancing!** **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 beginners’ session, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, will get you started. You will learn some basic figures that will be repeated in the afternoon’s 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:** **June 20, 2026** **Tentative:** **July 25, 2026–Summer 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/**
Columbus Museum of Art, Free Admission Sundays
Columbus Museum of Art, Free Admission Sundays
Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.
Take Control Of Your Life, Freedom From Negative Thoughts & Irrational Emotions
Take Control Of Your Life, Freedom From Negative Thoughts & Irrational Emotions
Feeling down? Sometimes depressed? Can't focus? Negativity & stress? Recent losses? Creativity in career and personal life hindered by mental blocks? Sometimes we never fully recover from traumatic experiences. Whether it was yesterday, last week or a year ago, traumatic experiences - a loss of a loved one, losing a job, a breakup - can leave you scarred. You talk about it and feel a little better, but it never goes away. After you hang up the phone, it's still there; the sadness, the cloud, the over-thinking, the worry, the guilt. You try to focus, but you're blocked. You try to look forward into new experiences, new relationships but a cloud is hanging over you, casting a shadow on what you once considered a bright, cheerful future. What happened to your courage? Your strength of character? You're 'why not' attitude? Whoever said 'time heals' must have had a special time machine, because after weeks, months, years, you're wondering - when exactly does that kick in? Sometimes it seems like drinking or drugs are the way to go. But they wear off, and now the problem is still there with added side effects from the drugs. At this free local Meetup event we will talk about: * What causes grief, anxiety and depression to become chronic. * Is it possible to regain your joy and happiness even after traumatic experiences? * How to break away from negativity and focus on the future * What are the steps to take to get control of your mind and your emotions? Learn about a safe, gentle, do-it-yourself counseling that can be done in the comfort of your own home. Let's explore safe, effective solutions for healing from traumatic experiences. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.
Trails & Ales! Blendon Woods Metro Park / Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
Trails & Ales! Blendon Woods Metro Park / Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.