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* Entre 10 y 30 participantes internacionales \* Nos reunimos para fomentar el intercambio cultural y la práctica de idiomas. ¡Esta noche, todos los idiomas son bienvenidos! El ambiente es agradable y relajado, y el número de participantes es limitado. Solo se compartirán participantes con quienes tengan una tarjeta de membresía anual válida. La tarjeta de membresía ofrece una ventaja especial: elige un número de pegatina y recibe un chupito gratis en la barra después de charlar con los demás miembros del grupo. **Precio de la entrada**: 5 € (disponible desde ayer). ⬇️ https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025

🟡🟡🟡 FRANÇAIS 🟡🟡🟡 (⬇🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢⬇) 😍 MEETUP BI-MENSUEL 😍 PiSCiNE OLYMPiQUE (50m) 📍 PARiS CENTRE 📍 ✅ PROGRAMMES de NATATION GRATUITS ✅ ☀ OUVERT A TOUS 20-39 ans ☀ 🏊 TARIF ENTRÉE PiSCiNE : 3,50€ à l'unité ou 2,80€ en prenant une carte de 10 entrées (valide 1 an, valable dans quasi toutes les piscines de Paris intra-muros, notre piscine incluse) 🔥 places limitées : 8 participants maximum 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ Si tu veux AMÉLIORER TA FORME et faire de nouvelles RENCONTRES 💬, rejoins-nous ! 😊 Pendant 1h à 1h15 viens NAGER dans une piscine olympique dans le centre de Paris avec un groupe motivé ! 🏊🔥 Au choix : 😊 Tu peux nager à TON RYTHME, faire le nombre de longueurs que tu préfères, alterner les nages à volonté... ou ✅ Tu peux suivre un des PROGRAMMES proposés par l'animatrice Programmes complets concoctés par un coach sportif, au choix : * **niveau DÉBUTANT** (modulable en fonction de ton niveau et endurance) * **niveau INTERMÉDIAIRE** 😊 * **niveau AVANCÉ** (tu vas t'éclater ou souffrir 😂 mais à ce qu'il parait il le faut pour devenir belle/canon 😉 ready? 🔥) OBJECTIFS : * faire connaissance avec des participant(e)s motivé(e)s 💪🔥 pour NAGER, faire des exercices EN GROUPE et SE MOTIVER sur le LONG TERME 😊 * revenir régulièrement et constater des PROGRES et EVOLUTION 🎉 (santé, bien-être, mission summer body ou juste contrer les effets raclette sur ton jean 😅) **DÉROULÉ** **de notre séance :** 19h15-19h25 : 👋 GREET & MEET 😊 19h30-19h45 : ENTRÉE PISCINE + se changer 🏊 **19h50-21h : SÉANCE NATATION** 🏊 21h-21h15 : moment de relaxation / convivialité dans le bassin d'eau chaude 21h15-21h45 : douche / s'habiller (info : fermeture de la piscine à 22h, généralement ils nous mettent la pression à partir de 21h45) 😍 BIENFAITS de la natation : * **tonifier, muscler et affiner l'ensemble de son corps** * **améliorer sa posture** * **lutter contre la cellulite** * **brûler beaucoup de calories** (400cal/h à vitesse tranquille, jusqu'à 900cal/h en natation intense), ce qui rapidement permet d'**affiner sa silhouette** (en nageant régulièrement) * **faire un sport complet sans impact sur les articulations** * et grâce aux effets bénéfiques de ce sport cardio, par l'amélioration des performances du coeur et des capacités pulmonaires qui apportent sur le long terme un meilleur apport en oxygène aux muscles : **retrouver forme et énergie durablement** ! N'hésite pas à venir seul ou avec des amis. Toute personne intéressée par cette sortie est la bienvenue 😊 📍 RDV à 19h15 (nous attendrons 5-10 minutes avant d'entrer ensemble 😊) A très vite pour se dépenser ensemble et faire de nouvelles rencontres 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 👉 RECOMMANDATIONS 👍 A mettre dans ton sac de sport : * **MAILLOT de BAIN** 1 pièce * **BONNET** (obligatoire) * **LUNETTES** de natation * TONGUES/CLAQUETTES de piscine propres * **SERVIETTE** + **gel douche/shampoo** + brosse à cheveux/crème visage Optionnel : \- MONTRE submersible \(si tu veux chronométrer tes temps\) \- PALMES Apporter au minimum une **BOUTEILLE D'EAU** (idéalement 1L) A très vite 😊 Si ce n'est pas cette fois, au plaisir de se rencontrer une prochaine fois 😊 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 🟢🟢🟢 ENGLISH 🟢🟢🟢 😍 BI-MONTHLY MEETUP 😍 OLYMPIC POOL (50m) 📍 PARIS 📍 ✅ FREE SWIM PROGRAMS ✅ ☀ OPEN TO ALL 20-39 yo ☀ 🏊 POOL RATES : 3,50€/unit or 2,80€/admission with a 10-admissions card (valid 1 year, entrance possible in almost all pools of Paris, ours included) 🔥 limited spots : 8 participants maximum 🔥 ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ If you want to WORKOUT and MEET NEW PEOPLE 💬, join us! 😊 For 1 hour to 1¼ hour, come SWIM in an olympic pool in the center of Paris with a motivated group! 🏊🔥 😊 You can swim at your own pace or ✅ You can follow one of the animator’s SWIM programs, created by a sports coach : * **BEGINNER program** (adjustable according to your level and endurance) * **INTERMEDIATE program** * **ADVANCED program** **Schedule of our session:** 7:15 - 7:25 PM : 👋 GREET & MEET 😊 7:30 - 7:45 PM : POOL ENTRY + put on the swimsuit **🏊 7:50 PM - 9 PM : SWIMMING SESSION 🏊** 9 PM - 9:15 : friendly moment and relaxing in warmer pool 9:15 - 9:45 PM : shower / get dressed (info: the pool closes at 10 PM) Do not hesitate to come alone or with friends. Anyone interested in this outing is welcome :) 📍 Meeting at 7:15PM (we will wait 5-10 min before we enter together 😊) ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 👉 RECOMMANDATIONS 👍 To put in your sports bag: * **SWIMSUIT** (1 piece) * **SWIM HAT** (mandatory) * **SWIMMING GOGGLES** * POOL FLIP-FLOPS * **TOWEL** + **shower gel/shampoo** + hairbrush/face cream Optional: \- submersible WATCH \(if you want to monitor your times\) \- SWIMMING FINS Bring at least a BOTTLE OF WATER (ideally 1L) I hope to meet you all soon 😊 If it is not this time, maybe it will be next time 😊

\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \(Français plus bas\) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- This is the 12th season of the Open Mic & Jam Around The Table ! Everybody's welcome to join us in a chill intimate atmosphere, sitting around the tables with pizzas and drinks. It's kinda like singing in your living room (or listening to live music there), but in a mic and surrounded by 30-40 people :) Everybody who wants to sing is welcome to perform one song on the first round, and 1 song on the second round depending on the time the first round finishes (usually first round ends at around 11.30 - 12). Sometimes, there's even a third round, but that's rare. No need to register before the event or even during, you're potentially registered at the moment you enter the room and can sing at the end of the round that you entered the circle. This is mostly an open mic and with some jamming around it, meaning that solo instruments can join in if the singer is comfortable with that (most of them are, but not always, so it's not guaranteed), so we often have some solo guitars, and more rarely some sax, cello, violin, etc. Percusions aren't allowed anymore unfortunately due to neighboors complaints. People can either perform by themselves or sing along with others, or meet some guitar players or singers who could play / sing with them. If you can only sing but not play, try coming with someone who can play for you as Im never sure who will come and what they can or want to play (guitar players are here for fun, it's not guaranted they'll want to play what you want to sing, or even know the song at all). You can also just take the time to meet some musicans there and ask them if they know the songs you'd like to play cuz it's also a perfect atmosphere for musical experiments without any pressure and to meet a whole community of live music lovers. Or you can also just improvise, which is usually the easiest thing to do actually. Of course, non musicians / singers can also just come and enjoy the atmosphere and music and meet the community. As I've been running those events for quite a while now and post them on Meetup and Couchsurfing, the crowd is a nice mix between expats, travellers and locals. So let's meet at Nul Bar ailleurs - 18 rue de Cotte, métro Ledru Rollin (lign 8) Happy hour until 9 PM with pints of beer for 3,5 euros cocktails for 5 (then 5 & 7 € after 9 PM) See you on tuesday(s) ! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- FRANCAIS \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- On se retrouve autour de la table du sous-sol du Nul Bar Ailleurs - 18 rue de Cotte, métro Ledru Rollin sur la ligne 8 -, avec des bonnes pizzas et des bons cocktails ! Le micro est ouvert à tous au premier tour pendant lequel celleux qui veulent / peuvent chanter en auront l'occasion et le reste de la nuit est un peu plus improvisé en fonction du monde et des gens qui sont là. Il peut y avoir un deuxième où il est possible de chanter 1 autre chanson en fonction du timing. L'idée est de se retrouver dans une ambiance intime et de créer une communauté d'amateurs de live music, qu'ils soient musiciens, chanteurs ou public. Au niveau des nationalités, c'est aussi un mélange de locaux, d'expats ou de voyageurs de passage. Il s'agit en priorité d'un open mic où l'on encourage certains instruments (guitares / sax / violon / violoncelle, etc) à faire des solos si le/la chanteur/se le veut, ce qui est le cas pour la grande majorité des gens. Les percussions sont par contre interdites à cause des plaintes des voisins. Happy hour jusqu'à 21h avec pintes de bière à 3,5 € et cocktails à 5 € (puis 5 € et 7 € après 21h) A mardi ! *** The host : Olivier Domengie has been organizing weekly open mics, jam sessions and monthly songwriting worskhops in Paris for over 5 years, along with tours all around Europe. He's also a singer-songwriter who goes by the name The Mind Traveller : www.themindtraveller.com or www.facebook.com/mindtravellerparis

The Dissident Salon is a weekly poetry and performance series created as an extension of the DISSIDENT Club’s mission to provide a home for dissenting voices, hosted by Alissa Leeds. Rooted in the tradition of the literary salon, it treats writing and performance as public acts that question power and challenge the systems that shape our lives. Each week features a curated performer, followed by open mic sessions open to all. Work may be presented in English, French, or other languages. Multilingual expression is central to the space and reflects the realities of exile, displacement, and exchange that define the DISSIDENT Club. The Salon is an ongoing forum for people who speak publicly and think critically through art. It exists to build community and support sustained creative work within the broader ecosystem of the DISSIDENT Club. **When:** Every Tuesday, starting January 6th, 2026 **Sign-ups:** 8:00 PM **Sets:** Three 45-minute sessions at 9:00 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:00 PM **Where:** The DISSIDENT Club, 58 rue Richer, 75009 Bring work that confronts. We offer the microphone.

*¡Hola a todos! * Ven a cantar a pleno pulmón y conoce a internacionales o parisinos. ¡Habla en todos los idiomas! Se propone un juego rompehielos con pegatinas para emparejar – y puedes ganar un chupito gratis ** Habla o Canta… ¡tú eliges!** Este es un nuevo concepto de aperitivo para: ️ Charlar en varios idiomas, Cantar con gente de todo el mundo, Puedes venir solo/a o acompañado/a. Llega cuando quieras, pero no demasiado tarde para encontrar al grupo. **Información práctica:** Horario: De 19h a 22h30 Gratis con el pase disponible en la app Socializus WhatsApp para info rápida: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BjmhwVp9ojF9wWuK5sb6dn/](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BjmhwVp9ojF9wWuK5sb6dn/) **Cómo participar:** * Verifica la dirección exacta con la app gratuita y el pase gratuito: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org/) * Apoya a la asociación para cubrir los gastos del meetup con una tarjeta anual de socio aquí: [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Mantente conectado en todas partes:** Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/fiesta-latina-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/fiesta-latina-paris/) WhatsApp (info y recordatorios): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JzsETXxc4Ug0RwvgrJZ49S](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JzsETXxc4Ug0RwvgrJZ49S) (Activa “Recibir todo” para no perderte nada) Grupo de Facebook – [https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/](https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/) Página de Facebook – Fotos y novedades: [https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/](https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/) Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org/) Hazte Organizador vía WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) Es 100% gratuito porque somos una asociación sin ánimo de lucro. ✦✦ Puede haber cambios de última hora, pero todo se actualiza en la app con el pase gratuito. Para gestionar mejor el número de participantes, contamos con las inscripciones mediante el pase gratuito. ¡Apúntate solo si estás seguro/a de venir, contamos contigo! / Al participar en nuestra actividad, aceptas ser fotografiado y/o filmado. Las fotos y vídeos se compartirán en nuestras redes sociales y podrán usarse con fines comerciales. También puedes publicar tus propias fotos con el hashtag #socializus

\*Deep Barry White voice\* This one's for the lovers. Quizmaster Fred invites you to [BBP Canal](https://beerproject.be/pages/canal-taproom) for a night of romance, friendship and hearts on sleeves ! Our quiz night will consist of 4 rounds of trivia on the vast subject of romantic movies and art, with the final round being a music round! The quiz night is presented in French AND English, because Flemish is still out of our range! The quiz is played in teams of 5 people max, with prizes to win for the top teams and the best team name. You can come with your mates (let us know how many when you sign up, and we’ll book a table in your name) or come on your own and we’ll match you with other quizzers. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to send us a message here. If you are curious about our other projects,[ we have a trivia podcast!](https://pod.link/1503202147/episode/040273c20c130320d5c85cfbe23b6ecc)[ ](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress) [Click here for all our updates!](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress) See you very soon! The PQM team

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/

Paris Lit Up open mic (PLU) Every Thursday in English (other languages too – when in Rome, speak French) at the historic home of French Slam poetry, Culture Rapide (103 Rue Julien Lacroix, 75020). If you would like to read, dance, sing or otherwise express yourself, sign up is open and free to all, starting at 20.00-ish. We go until we drop or run out of performers! In any language. Or no language at all. No limits, just respect. Plus, each week featured performers from around the world are invited to strut their stuff before our rowdy but respectful audience. For this week's special guest, see: www.facebook.com/ParisLitUp Not in Paris? Join us online at "PLU Live on Zoom"! Every Wednesday from 9pm CET. Just like an open mic, but we chat a bit too. Always the same link, hosts rotate: http://tiny.cc/PLUopenmic

Un événement pour se retrouver entre femmes parisiennes qui écrivent ✍️
Faisons connaissance autour d’un thé ou café et écrivons chacune de notre côté, toutes ensemble ! ☀️ Au programme : 💬 Un petit tour de table ✍️ Un atelier d’écriture guidée ☕️ Un temps d’échange et de partage (si tu en as envie) À prévoir : 🗒️ / 💻 : carnet et stylo ou ordi (chargé) selon tes préférences!

Thursday Night Drinking Club! (TNDC) Come and join hashers in Paris for some lively Thursday night drinks. First to arrive grab a spot! Look for a group of boisterous anglophones, possibly with a HHH sign. *** **Who are hashers?** We are a drinking club with a running problem. Every weekend we enjoy the sights of the Paris area while running together on a trail set by a "hare". We also gather for a drink every Thursday night. Everyone is welcome! On on 👣🍻 [https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh](https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh)

🇬🇧 version below 👇 **Envie d'évasion ? Profite d'une journée ensoleillée au bord de la mer, marche sur les traces d'Arsène Lupin et découvre la sublime Côte d'Albâtre. Ne manque pas cette pépite normande !** **AU PROGRAMME** ➤ **Jeudi 14 mai (jour férié)** ✓ **Départ :** Porte Maillot à 8h00 (Rendez-vous à 7h30) ✓ **Journée à Étretat - les incontournables :** * Les Falaises (d'Amont et d'Aval) * Les Jardins d'Étretat * Le Clos Arsène Lupin (Maison de Maurice Leblanc) * La Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde * Le Monument Nungesser et Coli * Le Vieux Marché... ✓ **Retour :** Porte Maillot vers 20h00 **TRANSPORT** ➤ Transport en car de tourisme pour un maximum de confort. **❌ Conditions d'annulation ❌** ➤ **Gratuit :** Jusqu'à 3 jours après l'achat du billet (et jusqu'à 20 jours avant le départ). ➤ **Changement de nom :** Possible (Frais : 5€ par changement). ➤ **Important :** Aucun changement possible à moins de 24h du départ. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- English version Looking for a getaway? Enjoy a sunny day by the sea, walk in the footsteps of Arsène Lupin, and discover the stunning Alabaster Coast. Don't miss out on this Norman gem! ### **TRIP PLANNING** ➤ Thursday 14 May (holiday) ✓ Departure at Porte Maillot at 8am (meet at 7.30am) ✓ Day trip to Etretat - must see:The cliffs (upstream and downstream) * The gardens of Etretat * Le Clos d'Arsene Lupin - Maurice Leblanc house * Notre Dame de la Garde Chapel * Nungesser and Coli monument * The old market...... ✓ Return to Porte Maillot around 8pm ### **TRANSPORT** ➤ Transport by coach for more comfort ❌Cancellation terms❌ ➤ Free of charge 3 days after ticket purchase (up to 20 days before departure) ➤ Name change possible.Cost: 5€ for a change. Impossible to change less than 24h before departure.

Chers tous ! Pour la séance du cycle "Vos lectures, vos coups de coeur" du mois mai 2026, le thème retenu collégialement est : **Le Feu** Le principe veut que chacun lise et/ou parle d'une oeuvre liée au thème et vienne la présenter au groupe et aux participants. Tous les genres (essais, théâtre, roman, biographies...), toutes les disciplines (art, film, littérature...) ; tout ce qui vous inspire peut être matière à discussion et prétexte à échanges... Et n'oubliez pas ! Partagez, si vous le souhaitez, quelques mots, passages et/ou citations qui vous ont marqués, touchés et qui vous semblent importants à partager avec le groupe et les participants. *Vous pouvez participer (facultatif) à hauteur de 2 euros par personne et par an, participation qui équilibre les frais de cotisations dues à Meetup.* Enfin, inscrivez-vous, je vous prie, uniquement si vous êtes sûrs de la partie. *Bien à vous tous, bonnes lectures aussi et à bientôt !* Jélila PS : A l'attention des nouveaux membres/nouveaux inscrits : Répondez, je vous prie, à ma demande de confirmation de participation par messagerie directe.

Special edition of Astronomy on Tap Paris. This May 14th at 7:00 PM, join us at The Dissident Club for Anara: The Cosmic Weaver, a musical storytelling experience set in a cosmos where the Universe is not only observed, but alive. A journey through cosmic structures, chaos, emergence, and hidden threads, exploring the fragile ways we make sense of our place in the Universe.

**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.

We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/columbus-oh/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott

Join us as we get together to see the top-reviewed comedy-drama, I LOVE BOOSTERS! The film comes from writer/director Boots Riley and follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. Here are details, trailers and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It is written/directed by Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza González, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle, and Demi Moore. BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: I Love Boosters was the opening film at this year’s SXSW Festival and premiered to rave reviews! It is currently earning a tremendous 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it, “an unexpected celebration of friendship, community, and solidarity.” Others call the film “an exercise in radical empathy,” a “masterful” and “optimistic” film designed to “provoke discussion” while making the audience laugh. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c) SUMMER OF ICE CREAM: GRAETER’S! Established way back in 1870 in Cincinnati, this historic, family-owned brand is famous for their delicious small batch ice cream and any chocolate chunk flavors! They are currently the only commercial ice cream maker using the French Pot method that they’ve been using since they first opened! Plus, those chocolate chunks, oh my goodness! Vegan options are available. PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but Showtime and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

We connect you with up to 30 Men or Women tennis partners close to your PLAYING REGION and skill level. This program is less competitive, no champions crowned, no league standings just dedicated tennis partners who want to meet up with you on the courts. Players will meet up to play a tennis match or just to hit around. Just go through the [Join Page](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/partner-program) to enter this program. [https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/partner-program](https://www.tenniscolumbus.com/partner-program)

Short North Street Skates return Saturday, April 4 and we’re excited to get back rolling together. These weekly rollouts are a chance to move through the city as a group, build community, and create more visibility for skating and small-wheeled movement in Columbus. Details: Meet: 1160 N High St 9:30 AM meet 10:00 AM rollout All wheels welcome We’ll be skating through the Short North and surrounding areas at a steady, social pace. Routes will use a mix of streets and bike lanes, so comfort navigating the city is helpful, but you don’t need to be an expert. If you’ve been meaning to come out, this is a great place to start. Come solo or bring a friend!

**Let’s have lunch and have some extra fun! Bring your favorite game! 🥳**