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🌍 The Daejeon International Party Looking to meet new people in Daejeon? Want a relaxed night where you can actually talk, not just drink? Join us for a casual international party where it's easy to meet new people, even if you come alone. **RSVP**: [https://nurio.kr/events/50](https://nurio.kr/events/50) 📅 Date: June 27 (Saturday), 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM 📍 Location: Venice **🍻 What to Expect** \- Unlimited soju\, beer\, and soft drinks for 3 hours \(7:00 PM – 10:00 PM\) \- Unlimited food for 2 hours \(7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\) \- A great mix of Koreans and internationals \- Friendly conversations and a welcoming atmosphere \- Easy to join\, even if you're coming alone **🍽 Food & Drinks Menu** **🍽 Food** Boneless Fried Chicken Assorted Sausages French Fries Fresh Fruit Platter **🍺 Alcoholic Drinks** Soju Beer **🥤 Non-Alcoholic Drinks** Cola Lemon-Lime Soda Iced Tea Assorted Soft Drinks **🍹 For Non-Drinkers** Fresh Kiwi Juice Fresh Watermelon Juice **🎟 Ticket Pricing** **🔥 Super Early Bird (Limited Spots)** \- ₩20\,000 \- Ends June 14 **⚡ Early Bird (Group Discount Available)** \- ₩25\,000 \- June 15 – June 21 **🎟 Advance (Group Discount Available)** \- ₩30\,000 \- June 22 – June 26 **🚪 Door Ticket** \- ₩35\,000 \- June 27 👥 Group Discount Coming with friends? Save more together: \- 3 people: ₩2\,000 off per person \- 4 people: ₩3\,000 off per person \- 5 people: ₩4\,000 off per person \- 6\+ people: ₩5\,000 off per person ⚠️ Spots are limited to maintain a balanced mix of participants. Reserve early to secure your spot. **📸 Photo & Video Notice** Photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for Nurio's promotional purposes, including Instagram, the website, and future event marketing materials. By attending the event, you consent to the use of such media. **🍺 Notice** Please drink responsibly and respect everyone's comfort and personal boundaries. Participants who become excessively intoxicated or make others uncomfortable may be asked to leave the venue without a refund 🌍 대전 인터내셔널 파티 대전에서 새로운 사람들을 만나고 싶으신가요? 시끄러운 클럽이 아닌, 편안한 분위기에서 자연스럽게 대화를 나누고 싶으신가요? 혼자 오셔도 부담 없이 참여할 수 있는 국제 교류 파티에 여러분을 초대합니다. 📅 일시: 6월 27일 (토) 19:00–23:00 📍 장소: 베니스 (Venice) 🍻 이런 분들에게 추천해요 외국인 친구를 만들고 싶은 분 자연스럽게 영어 또는 한국어로 대화하고 싶은 분 편안한 분위기에서 새로운 사람들을 만나고 싶은 분 혼자 와도 부담 없이 즐길 수 있는 모임을 찾고 있는 분 🍽 음식 & 음료 🍽 음식 순살치킨 모둠 소시지 감자튀김 과일 플래터 🍺 주류 소주 맥주 🥤 음료 콜라 사이다 아이스티 기타 캔음료 🍹 비음주자 전용 생과일 키위주스 생과일 수박주스 **🎁 제공 혜택** 소주, 맥주 및 음료 3시간 무제한 제공 (19:00–22:00) 무제한 dkswn 2시간 제공 (19:00–21:00) 다양한 국적의 참가자들과의 교류 자연스럽고 편안한 대화 중심 분위기 **🎟 티켓 가격** **🔥 Super Early Bird (한정 수량)** ₩20,000 6월 14일까지 **⚡ Early Bird (그룹 할인 가능)** ₩25,000 6월 15일 \~ 6월 21일 **🎟 사전 예약 (그룹 할인 가능)** ₩30,000 6월 22일 \~ 6월 26일 **🚪 현장 구매** ₩35,000 6월 27일 **👥 그룹 할인** 친구와 함께 오면 더 저렴하게 참여할 수 있습니다. 3인: 인당 2,000원 할인 4인: 인당 3,000원 할인 5인: 인당 4,000원 할인 6인 이상: 인당 5,000원 할인 ⚠️ 원활한 운영과 참가자 비율 유지를 위해 정원이 제한되어 있습니다. 조기 마감될 수 있으니 미리 신청해 주세요. **📸 사진 및 영상 촬영 안내** 행사 중 사진 및 영상 촬영이 진행될 수 있으며, 촬영된 콘텐츠는 Nurio의 인스타그램, 웹사이트 및 향후 행사 홍보에 활용될 수 있습니다. 행사에 참여하실 경우 이에 동의한 것으로 간주됩니다. **🍺 안내 사항** 모든 참가자가 편안하게 즐길 수 있는 분위기를 위해 서로를 존중해 주세요. 과도한 음주나 다른 참가자에게 불편을 주는 행동이 있을 경우, 운영진의 판단에 따라 퇴장 조치될 수 있으며 환불은 제공되지 않습니다.

## **Stop Living the Typical Expat Life! Meet Real Local Friends at Culcom** 🍻✨ Are you tired of the "Home → Work → Home" routine? Finding Korean friends who actually vibe with you in English isn't always easy. That’s why we’re here. At **Culcom Daejeon**, we’re not about boring textbooks. We’re about **real connections.** Since 2004, we’ve been the go-to spot for expats and locals to hang out, share stories, and build a "second family" in Korea. 🌉🤝 *** ### **What’s Waiting for You?** 📋 * **Real Talk:** Skip the "How are you?" and dive into dating, culture, and life with 40\~70 people every night. * **Small Groups:** You'll be placed in a cozy team (5-7 people) so everyone gets a chance to speak. * **Free Perks:** Enjoy **unlimited self-service beer**, snacks, and a super chill vibe. 🍺🥨 * **Beyond the Cafe:** We don’t just sit and talk. We do ski trips, kimchi making, casino nights, and wine parties! 🎿🍷 ### **When & Where?** 📍 * **Time:**11:00 AM – 13:00 PM (Every Weekend) * **Place:** 5F, 487, Daejong-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon (Right in the heart of the city!) * **Inquiry:** 010-8268-1638 ### **What Happens When You Arrive?** 🕒 1. **Welcome:** Chat with our friendly staff and get to know the Culcom vibe. (Don't forget to say you came through **Meetup**! 😉) 2. **1:1 Matching:** If you want, sign up for a personal language exchange partner. 3. **The Main Event (2 hours):** Meet a bunch of new Korean friends and chat away in English! ### **FAQ** 💬 * **Is there any hidden charge?** Nope, not at all. * **What if I’m late?** No worries! You're always welcome, but coming on time is more fun for everyone. 🏃‍♂️💨 * **Can I bring a friend?** Please do! We’ll give you a big hug if you bring your crew. XD 🤗 ### **Check Our Vibe!** 🎥 Curious what we actually do? Check out these clips: * [Beerpong Night 🍺](http://vimeo.com/101484635) * [Kimchi Making 🥬](http://vimeo.com/57131651) * [Casino Night 🃏](http://vimeo.com/136714567) **"Come for the English. Stay for the people."** See you at the 5th floor! 👋✨

Sunday Tea Club was founded in Daejeon in 2023. Created as a quiet alternative to Korea’s typical drinking and nightlife culture, the club offers a calm, meaningful way to spend your Sunday afternoons. If you’ve ever wished for a slower, more mindful space to enjoy afternoon tea and gentle conversation — you’re more than welcome to join us! Participant fee 15,000won+order 1drink(The participation fee is only paid once — at your first visit. All fees are collected and reinvested into the club to purchase new teaware, high-quality teas, or ingredients for future gatherings.)

**What to Expect** Weekly in-person language exchange meetups in a relaxed café setting. Meet locals and internationals, practice languages, and make new friends. Every round, groups rotate so you can talk to different people. **Who Comes** A mix of locals and internationals learning each other's languages. Most conversations are in Korean and English, but everyone is welcome. **How It Works** 1. Join our open chat: [https://open.kakao.com/o/gLvLBEai](https://open.kakao.com/o/gLvLBEai) 2. Reserve your spot at [https://nurio.kr/events](https://nurio.kr/events) 3. Wait for your registration confirmation 4. Attend the meetup and start talking You can come alone or with friends. **Important** * Please register through our website before attending. This helps us manage capacity, waiting lists, and the balance between local and international participants. * If this is your first time joining our meetup, please contact us through KakaoTalk or Instagram before registering. * Same-day participation may be limited, so if you would like to join on the day, please contact us first. **Instagram**: [https://www.instagram.com/nurio.language](https://www.instagram.com/nurio.language) **KakaoTalk**: [http://pf.kakao.com/_xmzbQn/chat](http://pf.kakao.com/_xmzbQn/chat) **모임 소개** 편안한 카페 분위기에서 진행되는 주 1회 오프라인 언어교환 모임입니다. 한국인과 외국인이 함께 만나 언어를 연습하고 새로운 사람들을 만날 수 있습니다. 매 라운드마다 그룹이 바뀌어 여러 사람과 대화할 수 있습니다. **참여 대상** 한국어와 외국어를 배우고 싶은 한국인과 외국인이 함께 참여합니다. 주로 한국어와 영어로 대화하지만 누구나 환영합니다. **참여 방법** 1\. 오픈채팅 참여: [https://open.kakao.com/o/gLvLBEai](https://open.kakao.com/o/gLvLBEai) 2. [https://nurio.kr/events](https://nurio.kr/events) 에서 원하는 날짜의 모임 신청 3\. 등록 완료 또는 참석 확정 안내 확인 4\. 모임에 참석하여 언어교환 시작 혼자 오셔도 좋고 친구와 함께 오셔도 됩니다. 😊 **중요**: * 모임 참석 전 반드시 홈페이지 사전 신청이 필요합니다. 홈페이지를 통해 정원, 대기자, 그리고 한국인/외국인 참가자 비율을 관리하고 있습니다. * 처음 참여하시는 분은 신청 전 카카오 또는 인스타그램으로 먼저 문의해 주세요. * 당일 참석을 원하시는 경우에는 참석 가능 여부가 제한적일 수 있으니, 카카오톡 또는 인스타그램으로 먼저 문의해 주세요. **인스타그램**: [https://www.instagram.com/nurio.language](https://www.instagram.com/nurio.language) **카카오톡**: [http://pf.kakao.com/_xmzbQn/chat](http://pf.kakao.com/_xmzbQn/chat)

🌍 The Daejeon International Party Looking to meet new people in Daejeon? Want a relaxed night where you can actually talk, not just drink? Join us for a casual international party where it's easy to meet new people, even if you come alone. **RSVP**: [https://nurio.kr/events/50](https://nurio.kr/events/50) 📅 Date: June 27 (Saturday), 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM 📍 Location: Venice **🍻 What to Expect** \- Unlimited soju\, beer\, and soft drinks for 3 hours \(7:00 PM – 10:00 PM\) \- Unlimited food for 2 hours \(7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\) \- A great mix of Koreans and internationals \- Friendly conversations and a welcoming atmosphere \- Easy to join\, even if you're coming alone **🍽 Food & Drinks Menu** **🍽 Food** Boneless Fried Chicken Assorted Sausages French Fries Fresh Fruit Platter **🍺 Alcoholic Drinks** Soju Beer **🥤 Non-Alcoholic Drinks** Cola Lemon-Lime Soda Iced Tea Assorted Soft Drinks **🍹 For Non-Drinkers** Fresh Kiwi Juice Fresh Watermelon Juice **🎟 Ticket Pricing** **🔥 Super Early Bird (Limited Spots)** \- ₩20\,000 \- Ends June 14 **⚡ Early Bird (Group Discount Available)** \- ₩25\,000 \- June 15 – June 21 **🎟 Advance (Group Discount Available)** \- ₩30\,000 \- June 22 – June 26 **🚪 Door Ticket** \- ₩35\,000 \- June 27 👥 Group Discount Coming with friends? Save more together: \- 3 people: ₩2\,000 off per person \- 4 people: ₩3\,000 off per person \- 5 people: ₩4\,000 off per person \- 6\+ people: ₩5\,000 off per person ⚠️ Spots are limited to maintain a balanced mix of participants. Reserve early to secure your spot. **📸 Photo & Video Notice** Photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for Nurio's promotional purposes, including Instagram, the website, and future event marketing materials. By attending the event, you consent to the use of such media. **🍺 Notice** Please drink responsibly and respect everyone's comfort and personal boundaries. Participants who become excessively intoxicated or make others uncomfortable may be asked to leave the venue without a refund 🌍 대전 인터내셔널 파티 대전에서 새로운 사람들을 만나고 싶으신가요? 시끄러운 클럽이 아닌, 편안한 분위기에서 자연스럽게 대화를 나누고 싶으신가요? 혼자 오셔도 부담 없이 참여할 수 있는 국제 교류 파티에 여러분을 초대합니다. 📅 일시: 6월 27일 (토) 19:00–23:00 📍 장소: 베니스 (Venice) 🍻 이런 분들에게 추천해요 외국인 친구를 만들고 싶은 분 자연스럽게 영어 또는 한국어로 대화하고 싶은 분 편안한 분위기에서 새로운 사람들을 만나고 싶은 분 혼자 와도 부담 없이 즐길 수 있는 모임을 찾고 있는 분 🍽 음식 & 음료 🍽 음식 순살치킨 모둠 소시지 감자튀김 과일 플래터 🍺 주류 소주 맥주 🥤 음료 콜라 사이다 아이스티 기타 캔음료 🍹 비음주자 전용 생과일 키위주스 생과일 수박주스 **🎁 제공 혜택** 소주, 맥주 및 음료 3시간 무제한 제공 (19:00–22:00) 무제한 dkswn 2시간 제공 (19:00–21:00) 다양한 국적의 참가자들과의 교류 자연스럽고 편안한 대화 중심 분위기 **🎟 티켓 가격** **🔥 Super Early Bird (한정 수량)** ₩20,000 6월 14일까지 **⚡ Early Bird (그룹 할인 가능)** ₩25,000 6월 15일 \~ 6월 21일 **🎟 사전 예약 (그룹 할인 가능)** ₩30,000 6월 22일 \~ 6월 26일 **🚪 현장 구매** ₩35,000 6월 27일 **👥 그룹 할인** 친구와 함께 오면 더 저렴하게 참여할 수 있습니다. 3인: 인당 2,000원 할인 4인: 인당 3,000원 할인 5인: 인당 4,000원 할인 6인 이상: 인당 5,000원 할인 ⚠️ 원활한 운영과 참가자 비율 유지를 위해 정원이 제한되어 있습니다. 조기 마감될 수 있으니 미리 신청해 주세요. **📸 사진 및 영상 촬영 안내** 행사 중 사진 및 영상 촬영이 진행될 수 있으며, 촬영된 콘텐츠는 Nurio의 인스타그램, 웹사이트 및 향후 행사 홍보에 활용될 수 있습니다. 행사에 참여하실 경우 이에 동의한 것으로 간주됩니다. **🍺 안내 사항** 모든 참가자가 편안하게 즐길 수 있는 분위기를 위해 서로를 존중해 주세요. 과도한 음주나 다른 참가자에게 불편을 주는 행동이 있을 경우, 운영진의 판단에 따라 퇴장 조치될 수 있으며 환불은 제공되지 않습니다.

Join us for our July Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss [Cemetery Boys](https://www.aiden-thomas.com/cemetery-boys) by Aiden Thomas in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.

**Our July novel is: *Listen for the Lie* by Amy Tintera** **This month’s novel was named one of the best books of 2024. It’s a domestic thriller with crime, mystery, and murder, told from women’s perspectives. The story includes a detective, an unreliable narrator, and plenty of suspense. The book is 352 pages in print and 9 hours and 18 minutes on audiobook.** What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the truth doesn't matter? After Lucy is found wandering the streets, covered in her best friend Savvy’s blood, everyone thinks she is a murderer. Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable. Lucy married a dream guy with a big ring and an even bigger new home. Savvy was the social butterfly loved by all, and if you believe the rumors, especially popular with the men in town. It’s been years since that horrible night, a night Lucy can’t remember anything about, and she has since moved to LA and started a new life. But now the phenomenally huge hit true crime podcast "Listen for the Lie," and its too-good looking host Ben Owens, have decided to investigate Savvy’s murder for the show’s second season. Lucy is forced to return to the place she vowed never to set foot in again to solve her friend’s murder, even if she is the one that did it. The truth is out there, if we just listen.

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**

Come join us to discuss our July pick "Tusk Love" by Thea Guanzon! Book description: A merchant’s daughter who yearns for adventure gets more than she bargained for when she falls for a broodingly handsome stranger in this saucy romantasy from the New York Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars. “A true delight of a book! Spicy and heartfelt—this one is a winner all around.”—Katee Robert, author of Neon Gods As the daughter of an ambitious merchant, Guinevere’s path has been predetermined: marry into a noble house of the Dwendalian Empire, raise her family’s station, and live quietly as a lordling’s obedient wife. But Guinevere longs for a life unbounded by expectations, for freedom and passion and adventure. Those distant dreams become a sudden reality when her caravan is beset by bandits, leaving her guards slain and Guinevere stranded alone on the dangerous Amber Road. Her only chance of survival is to travel alongside Oskar, the aloof half-orc who saved her during the attack. Unlike Guinevere, Oskar’s path is not so set in stone. With his mother dead and his apprenticeship abandoned, all that’s left is a long, lonely walk to a land he’s never seen to find family he’s never met. The last thing he needs is a spoiled waif like Guinevere slowing him down—even if the spark between them sizzles with promise. Despite his cold exterior, Oskar is brave and thoughtful and unlike anyone Guinevere has ever met. And while Guinevere may be sheltered, she brings out a softness in him that he has never dared to feel before. As the flames of their passion grow, they realize that soon they’ll need to choose between their expected destinations or their blossoming romance. Written by New York Times bestselling author Thea Guanzon at the behest of Critical Role’s Jester Lavorre, Tusk Love brings the most romantic story on Exandrian bookshelves to life.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.