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Retro Events Today
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Adult Skateboard Lesson
Don't be afraid to try skateboarding for the first time, second time, or the 100th time!
Come out to the Iconx Indoor Skatepark for a fun time and enjoy having fun on a skateboard. Don't have a skateboard, helmet, or pads? Don't worry we have 187 Killer Pads which can protect you as you practice tricks and have fun.
Bring a group of people to make it an activity never to forget.
Bailian Zhonghuan Shopping Mall
dear all, We will move to Bailian Zhongshan BEFORE jing’an opens. Welcome to join us
Please confirm with me first before you signed up
My WeChat is ellenliu12345
60rmb for 2 hours , 6 people share a court
小伙伴们, 所以我们在静安开放之前将会在百联中环打,欢迎加入我们
Shanghai Christmas and New Year bar hopping tour
Get ready for the most festive nightlife event in Shanghai! Join our **Holiday Bar Hopping Tour** and explore Christmas-themed bars, hidden speakeasies, and unique holiday cocktails with an international group of fun people.
This event is perfect for **tourists, expats, solo travelers, students, and groups** looking to experience Shanghai’s holiday nightlife.
TAILOR TOUR – Christmas & New Year Bar Hopping Experience
🎅 Daily Festive Bar Crawl \| 🎄 Hidden Bars \| ✨ Holiday Cocktails \| 🥂 New Year Celebrations
Join us for a magical nightlife journey through Shanghai’s best holiday-themed bars and speakeasies.
Perfect for tourists, expats, solo travelers, and groups!
Includes:
✔ 4 bars & speakeasies
✔ 3 Free Shots
✔ English speaking local guide
✔ Holiday games & surprises
✔ Christmas props & photo moments
✔ New friends from around the world
Christmas Bar Hop: Nov 29 - Dec 26
New Year Countdown Crawl: Dec 27 - 31
Jan 1 Hangover Crawl: Relaxed crawl
📍 Meeting Point: French Concession / Jing’an
🕒 Daily: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
💰 Price: $29
Add WeChat to book 👇
13052007784
Weekly Bowling
\*\*\*\* PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A PAID EVENT, Please make prepayment before you joining the bowling. \*\*\*\*
Its bowling time ladies and gentlemen! Do you like to meet new people plus cheering, toasting and laughing through bowling?
Even if is your first time, you will have a lot of fun, winning is not always the most important thing!
Come and join us for a fun game of bowling and chats in a casual environment.
Price:
RMB60 per person with 4-5 persons sharing a lane, no drinks included. The price includes the shoes' rent.
4-6 persons sharing one bowling lane for one hour.
After sign up, Please add the host wechat via hawk_cn
The event is on with at least 4 person sign up successful.
As we need to prebook and pay the bowling lane ahead therefore advance payment is required
RMB 60 prepaid is required to reserve the bowling lane.
Please add tour leader wechat via hawk_cn and transfer prepayment of RMB 60 after you sign up.
The bowling venue is Hao's bowling which is near Dapuqio metro station of line 9. Please come to the reception desk of bowling club before 7:00 PM. We will start the bowling on 7:00 PM on time.
Pls be on time. We start bowling at 7 pm sharp.
We expect that once you RSVP you commit yourself to play. You may cancel up to 24 hours before the the session to avoid any attendance charge and to allow other people on the wait list to play. So please be thoughtful and let us know in good time if you cannot attend.
Cancellation: There will be a cancellation (Red light) if there aren't at least 4 RSVPs by 3:00 pm (4 hour before game time). If there's 4+, then game on (Green light)!
Disclaimer:
SH International Meet and Greet Group does not accept any responsibility for any breakage, loss or injury during the session.
Any injury or loss incurred will be the individual’s responsibilities. SH International Meet and Greet will hold no responsibility or liability for any loss or injury. Because of this we encourage you to warm up appropriately, wear appropriate clothing and footwear , and STRETCH off before and AFTER the games
免责声明:
本活动本着非盈利、自愿参与的原则,参加活动者视为具有完全民事行为能力的人(18岁以上公民),并且保证自己身体情况允许参加此项活动。对于因自己身体健康和精神原因造成的运动损伤和其他情况完全负责,活动主办方不承担任何责任。
Jingan gymnasium Friday social badminton event
what is the best way to spend your weekend ? come to join us for badminton to have fun! please prepare racket by yourself , shuttlecock will be provided , add my WeChat : ellenliu12345 to sign up by our WeChat group . 60 RMB for 2 hours , we play double for fun game , 6 people share one court
European Guanxi Christmas Quiz
🇪🇺🎄 European Guanxi Presents: Shanghai Christmas Quiz!
On 18 December EG's Shanghai Chapter will kick off with an exciting pub-quiz event. Get together a group of 2-4 participants and join us!
🗓️ 18 December 2025
🕗 20:00 - 22:00
📍PhoToShop - 1718 Beijing West Rd.
jingan badminton social event
Add wechat ellenliu12345 if you want to join the event! sign up in advance is necessary.Welcome join us
50rmb for 2 hours , prepare racket by yourself
Retro Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
FIRE - Financial Independence, retire early 富足人生 bookclub, Language meetup
FIRE - Financial Independence, retire early 富足人生:财富、工作与人生共享的九个智慧
Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence
交流无国界,友谊亦无边,英缘际会,语挚情深, 欢迎参加城市部落英文读书会,社交英语角语Book club, Cultural & Language Exchange Meetup
After sign up, Please add the host wechat via hawk_cn
Welcome to our weekly booking reading sharing + British Parliamentary Debate, language & cultural exchange meetup event which focus on informal and fun way to meet new people and cultural discussion. All learning levels are welcome to join. We organize weekly events such as book reading sharing, language & cultural exchange, topic presentation, speech and debate. Embrace the opportunity to mingle with like-minded individuals who share a passion for English language learning, cross culture communication and meeting new friend
我们是一群热爱中外跨文化交流的年轻人,致力于连接拥有相同志趣的朋友,通过组织基于英语交流的多元化的趣味活动,认识一群热爱学习,挑战自己舒适圈的小伙伴,一起探索语言的无限可能!
Are you a bookworm looking for a fun group to discuss your favorite reads with? If you’re interested in meaningful discussions with fellow readers. Look no further and join us! Our book reading meetup is the perfect place for book lovers to come together, share their thoughts, and enjoy an engaging discussion with fellow readers. Our book club sharing session is a great way to engage in lively and friendly discussions, share insights, and meet fellow book lovers. Besides presentation and group discussion about the book of the week, our meetup also includes time to guess words, language games, free talking, mingling and socializing. As always, there's no pressure to have finished the book, we're just here for vibes. Our gathering is not about analyzing the book like a seminar, but more about connecting, sharing ideas, and enjoying a relaxed, social afternoon with fellow book lovers. Also, our discussion topics may go beyond the book, touching on a variety of themes and interests.
放下手机,拒绝宅家。读有趣的书,见有趣的人,欢迎参加本周六城市部落英文读书会,英式辩论赛,用知识链接彼此,让思想碰撞出火花,遇见与你同频共振的朋友。新的一年,给自己的心灵来一场洗礼。遇见城市部落英文读书会欢迎所有喜欢思考,热爱阅读和分享,希望寻求生命里积极的改变的朋友到来。通过阅读分享来进行一场跨越语言与时空的相逢,让我们在繁忙的生活中寻得一片宁静又充满趣味的阅读天地。读书会有团队讨论和自由分享环节,请自由分享自己的观点和看法,也许你就能遇见灵魂的知音。期待与你相遇在知识的殿堂,共同开启一段美好的旅程。
Event schedule 活动环节安排:
本活动参与人群定位为上海工作和生活的喜欢英语、热爱交流分享的青年白领,及高校师生。
Venue: Near People square,人民广场
Cost: RMB 15/person
Date & time: 10:00-12:30
10:00-10:30 Heads Up game the best word guessing game! Can you guess the word from your friends’ clues? 你说我猜英文版
10:30-11:00, A free chat warmup session for mingle and socialize破冰、自我介绍,暖场聊天
11:00-12:00 Presentation and group discussion about “CRYPTOASSETS THE GUIDE TO BITCOIN, BLOCKCHAIN, STABLECOIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY 区块链,稳定币及数字货币主题英文读书会
Job Interview coaching & business communication英文面试陪练或模拟客户沟通
Free talk for networking自由社交英语时间
Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence
《Your Money or Your Life》是由**Vicki Robin**与**Joe Dominguez**合著的经典理财与生活哲学著作,被誉为 “FIRE 运动(财务自由、提早退休)的圣经”。该书于 1992 年首次出版,2018 年推出全面修订版,至今全球销量超百万册,被翻译成英、中、日、德等十余种语言,深刻影响了全球读者对金钱、工作与人生的认知
**Frequently asked questions:**
**Do I have to finish the book to attend?**
Not at all. If you plan to read or have read it, that’s great; if you haven’t touched it, you’re still more than welcome to join. Come and meet like-minded people and connect over the topic as well as the book.
**How can I contribute to the discussion if I haven’t read the book?**
The book is simply a conversation starter - our discussions often branch out into related themes, personal experiences and broader topics of interest. Our gathering is more about socialising and engaging in decent conversations with book lovers, rather than a formal seminar.
**Can I also discuss my own fav book or the book I recently read?**
Absolutely! Our gatherings are all about open conversations, and we’d love to hear your thoughts on any book that’s been captivating to you.
**Is this group open to everyone?**
Yes - this is a friendly and inclusive group, welcoming everyone regardless of gender, sexuality, or background. The event is designed to make it easy to meet and connect with fellow book lovers in our community.
**What if I'm shy about speaking in front of the group?**
No pressure! You're welcome to participate in the way that feels most comfortable for you. Whether you share your views or just listen, your presence is valued. A lot of people come alone - so don't be shy!!
This event will be photographed for promotional purposes. By purchasing a ticket you are consenting to the team using these pictures for our social media channels but you are able to withdraw your consent at any time during the event.
After you sign up for this event, please add me by wechat: hawk_cn for more event arrangement information. Thank you.
50% off ERA- Spirt of Shanghai Group
The multimedia spectacular show, "Era – Spirit of Shanghai," has been hailed for its blend of Chinese acrobatics, extreme sports and dance along with Western theater and cutting-edge technologies, as well as a distinctive storyline and spectacular scenes that are full of Chinese elements. the hit residency is an of Shanghai's vibrancy. Entitled "Spirit of Shanghai," the show follows a young couple's tour around the city, exploring its past, present and future.
A cooperation between the French troupe Le Cirque Phenix, Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe, Era 2 returns to the Chinese city with more fashionable elements and a jaw-dropping experience.
Original Price for B area tickets is **480 RMB/person**, group purchase only **239RMB/person**. Original Price for A area tickets is **580 RMB/person**, group purchase only **289RMB/person**. More than 50% discount!
How to book
1 book from meetup and paymen buy wechat & alipay
2 scan the Kuaituantuan QR and book through the wechat program
3 contact tel & wechat 18516304409
Volleyball Pickleball & dodgeball,Ultimate Frisbee, board game at Expo park
Come run around, throw some frisbees, play board game , and see old friends and make new ones in expo park this wekkend.
Cost: RMB15 including water, Please buy the sports insurance for this event yourself inadvanced.
After sign up, Please add the host wechat via hawk_cn
Pickleball is a rapidly growing sport that is a mix of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It's easy to learn, fast paced, and tons of fun!
This is a game for people of all ages and skill/experience levels who want to play a friendly and non-competitive pickup frisbee game. We meet every Weekend afternoon in century park as long as weather is okay.
We arrange warm up & practice. We'll work on some throws, passes, & catches. and utimate Frisbee Pickup Game of 7 vs 7 as well.
All levels welcome even beginners! If you haven't played before or want to polish your skills, myself and a couple of the more experienced players will be there 30 minutes before to toss, explain the rules and run through a couple drills.
We also prepare camping tarp and board games. Let's have fun by playing board games during Frisbee breakup.
Please take metro line 2/7 to Century Park and the venue is entry from gate 6. (go straight 100m and the frisbee lawn is on your right side)
General guidelines: Dress accordingly. Have plenty of water. Sunscreen on a sunny day. Stretch & warm up.
Playing Ultimate is all about good sportsmanship, respect, and gracefulness on the field. Fun & having a good time is a must above anything else.
Disclaimer:
Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognizes that possible attend outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk. The organizer of this ultimate Frisbee event shall not be held liable for any inconvenience, accidents, rescues, injuries etc. Meetup Citywalk reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at the Walking tour. If you have problem with this, please contact the event organizer or tout leader.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! All those who sign up for the event will accept this declaration by default, so please read it carefully!
抛掉烦恼,接住快乐!以盘会友,飞你莫属!运动社交,快乐飞盘!掼蛋桌游,躲避球体验!
费用:15元/人,
参与本活动务必领取活动保障,无活动当天有效保险者谢绝参与!
友情提醒: 谢绝微商,保险,医美销售人员参与!
活力重燃,世博文化公园飞盘桌游掼蛋派对!
小伙伴们准备好流汗了嘛?!
飞盘初体验,满满多巴胺\~
周末欢乐飞盘为长期活动,活动时间安排在周末,为喜欢运动的青年朋友提供相遇的机会。
你的收获:
认识更多喜欢运动的朋友
体验极限飞盘这项运动带来的乐趣
锻炼身体,放松身心
小白友好,飞盘超容易上手,有领队飞盘入门教学。
活动流程:
01 初次见面,破冰互动
02 零基础教学,正反手传接盘练习
03 规则讲解,拉伸热身,分组对抗
04 集体合影,赛后交流
05 活动结束AA聚餐(可选)
遇见城市部落Meetup Citywalk为带社交属性的公益活动,让大家在愉快轻松的氛围中用脚步丈量和认知这个城市,以及通过羽毛球,保龄球,飞盘,骑行等活动认识新朋友。领队导游会对沿线的地标景观和历史建筑等做适度讲解,行程开始会有破冰互动和自我介绍,行程中安排小游戏,分组交谈互动,coffee break来加深了解, 帮内向的朋友放松融入团队,漫步活动结束视情况组织晚餐,增加大家的社交半径。活动参与者以8090后国内和海归名校毕业生,各行业精英为主。烦请带有不良企图和商业目的的参与者绕行
飞盘运动是一种老少咸宜的健身项目,
只要有一片空旷的场地就能开心的玩耍。飞盘的参与门槛很低。一身运动服、一双跑鞋、一片飞盘,就是全部的必要装备。
飞盘运动融合了橄榄球、足球、篮球等运动特色是一项无身体碰撞、男女差异小乐趣与竞技兼备的运动对新人友好、上手快、没有裁判不需要运动天赋
哪怕是不爱运动的小伙伴也很快可以参与其中并享受飞盘运动带来的畅爽与热血\~飞盘是少有的男女能够共同参加,需要相互配合,不容易出现身体冲撞和激烈对抗的竞技运动。进攻方通过传接飞盘推进,在得分区内接到盘得分,期间飞盘落地则攻防转换
在自己大汗淋漓
享受奔跑、跳跃
带来激情和自由的同时
也能感受到团队合作的魅力
抓盘、接盘、传盘
和队友齐心协力
体验“盘不落地,永不放弃!”
快来成为一名优秀的“操盘手”吧\~
燃脂暴汗
比起室内的运动
户外的项目更能体验到
暴汗燃脂的畅快
为忙碌的身体放放风、充充电
和小伙伴们互相配合
制定战术、攻守兼备
通力合作最终取得胜利
玩过的小伙伴都说上瘾
“社恐星人”的社交利器:
团队运动游戏是最快打破尴尬的利器
飞盘游戏的团体意识强
每个人都需要在短时间内搭建信任和默契
直接打破圈层限制
认识更多有趣的朋友
“都市打工人”的解压利器:草坪上肆意奔跑、呐喊、欢呼不仅锻炼身体,还释放心中压力运动后荷尔蒙的飙升也使人降低防备在欢乐的氛围里更深层次的了解彼此、拉近距
“社恐星人”的社交利器:
团队运动游戏是最快打破尴尬的利器
飞盘游戏的团体意识强
每个人都需要在短时间内搭建信任和默契
直接打破圈层限制,认识更多有的朋
WFDF世界飞盘联合会将极限飞盘精神浓缩为“SOTG”图标,即熟知规则、避免身体接触、公平竞争、享受比赛、真诚沟通。独特的精神内核自这项运动诞生之日起,就蕴含其中。
飞盘绝对是让你大汗淋漓的有氧运动,因为比赛场地一般都是一整个足球场,全场人追着一个飞盘跑,享受多巴胺带来的快乐,当然它还可以满足身心愉悦的社交需求,他可以是一个人的快乐,也可以是一群人的快乐。通过飞盘场上队友双方一次又一次的飞盘抛接合作,促进了彼此之间的沟通交流。场上挥洒汗水,场下收获友谊,飞盘运动就是这么一项简单又有趣的社交运动。
燃脂,也是人们热爱大飞盘的一大原因:飞盘是一项特别好的有氧和无氧相结合的运动,一场飞盘下来就能消耗900多大卡。投接飞盘的手法千变万化。
历经20多年的变化与发展,已衍生出十余种正式的国际竞赛。参加飞盘运动的同学在锻炼身体的同时,可以结识伙伴,锻炼大脑,有益身心。即使没有一丝基础,你也可以在草地上玩得酣畅淋漓。因为飞盘上手快,是一种非常快乐的有氧运动!飞盘,是可以迅速激活全身肌肉的健身项目 ,男女同场竞技、门槛低、强社交、无身体碰撞......这些特点让任何人都能轻松上手。
Frisbee飞盘这是一项只有20多年发展历程的运动这是一项已有十余种正式国际竞赛的运动这是一项可以提高多种身体机能的运动:
眼手协调力
专注力
弹跳力
免责声明:
本活动为非盈利户外公益活动,可能存在其他风险因素。团队的任何一名队员都应本着:“尽力救助,风险自担”的原则参加这次活动,参与人员选择共同参与,属于自愿行为,双方不存在强制性约束力。并且明确知道此次活动不存在合同范畴的权利义务关系。
主办方负责对活动进行组织协调,如活动中发生意外事故,组织者有义务组织救援,但不承担任何法律和经济责任,特此申明!
如活动中产生经济与身体损害,由受损害人和本组织声明依法解决,特此声明。凡报名参与此次活动,均视为已阅读并认可本声明,活动开始后本声明自动生效并表明你接受本声明,否则,请在活动开始前退出!参加活动请自行购买至少涵盖活动当日的意外险,未购买活动当日意外险的谢绝参与活动!
照片说明:默认主办方拥有活动当天所有相关照片的使用权、传播权。如有异议,请提前与领队沟通,否则默认同意上述条款。
报名后请添加领队获取最新活动安排。
Weekend Drink & Mingle
晚7-9点 周末小酌@静安香格里拉Calypso地中海酒廊!
Meetup Citywalk invite you to join our weekend drink & Mixer event at Calypso lounge. Meet and mingle with fellows, enjoy a drink or two and have fun! Don't be afraid to come alone and you can make friends quickly here since most of us also come alone too. See you there!
周末的时光,不应该空白!
遇见·城市部落诚挚的邀请您一起来Calypso地中海酒廊参加after-work drink,和新老朋友一起小酌,邂逅漫时光。花看半开 酒到微醺,开启夏日时尚社交!
Weekly Happy badminton+ table tennis
Time : 15:00-16:00
Venue: Oriental Sports Center
Cost: RMB 55/person
After sign up, Please add the host wechat via hawk_cn
Citywalkers Group invites you to play some badminton games. Do you have your rackets ready? Let's have some smashing fun! Enjoy the badminton!
Build friendship.
Spread the happiness.
We arrange two courts for the two hours and most of us are social players to have fun.
Most of time is playing double. Please prepare your own racket and we will prepare feathers shuttlecocks.
Advance booking and prepaid are required and RSVP will stop after all availble spaces have been filled! Please add tour leader wechat: hawk_cn to register for this event.
Cancellation:at least 24hrs before the session start time. This will ensure fair access for everyone.
Ignoring RSVPs: Anyone with 2 no-shows (signed up but not played) will be de-prioritized for future sessions, meaning their RSVPs won’t be taken seriously.
Badminton is a very intense and high demanding sport, players with heart disease, high blood pressure and other physical condition that may hinder their performance are discouraged from joining.
You will need correct shoes and clothing. Please ensure that you stretch and warm up before and after sessions to prevent injury. Your are responsible for your own well-being and we and the sports facility representatives will not be responsible for any injury, stolen or damaged property or any other occurrences during our sessions.
Lujiazui-East Bund-Ferry- North Bund Walk Tour
This meetup will feature walking tours on EastBund Riverfront Walkway.
Weekly Riverfront Meetup Walking tour!
Meeting point: Exit 2 of Lujiazui station, Metro line 2
Walking high lights:
Lujiazui skyline, MAP, Big bell, 1862 shipyard Art space, Mingsheng wharf warehouse, River Ferry, Green hill.
Limited to 15 participants.
行程速览: 行程约5公里,需要2小时
总线路: 陆家嘴东岸滨江步道-船厂1862-大都会游艇会-轮渡
Meeting time: 7:00 PM.
Roughly 5 km walking of 3 hours.
Cost: RMB 18 per person including a USB Wrists Band.
Networking and introducion of landmark scenic spots provided on the way.
Disclaimer:
Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognizes that
possible attend outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk. The organizer of this city walk shall not be held liable for any inconvenience,
accidents, rescues, injuries etc.
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Contra dance with Big Scioty on Jan 3 - First Congregational Church
**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!
In Person Event: The Secrets to Mental Health
Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it?
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.
This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
Contra dance Dec. 20 (First Unitarian Universalist Church)
# **Band: Firefly Trace, caller Kenny Greer**
Beginner lesson at 7:30, regular dancing begins at 8:00
**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 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.
Please bring your own refillable water bottle.
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.
Holiday Brunch & a Movie: MARTY SUPREME at the Drexel Theatre!
Join us as we get together for an Oscar Watch film that’s also one of the year’s best: MARTY SUPREME! Timothee Chalamet delivers a “career-best performance” in this film that follows a young man with a dream no one respects, who goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. Marty Supreme has already been named a Top 10 Film of the Year by IndieWire, Vulture, the BBC, Entertainment Weekly, Vanity Fair, the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute and is well on its way to being one of the most nominated films at this year’s Oscars! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: This ping pong drama is set in New York City during the 1950s where table tennis star Marty goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. It is loosely based on the life of famed table tennis player Marty Reisman. The film is directed (and co-written) by Josh Safdie and stars Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A'zion, Kevin O'Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara and Fran Drescher.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYSHiII4D-Y
EARLY BUZZ & REVIEWS: The film premiered to “overwhelmingly positive” reviews at this year’s New York Film Festival! Timothee Chalamet immediately shot to the top of the Best Actor race with a “career best performance” in a film described as an “awe inspiring cinematic tour-de-force!” Others call it, “an absolute blast of adrenaline” and a “pure delight,” “that soars from start to finish!” The film is earning a Certified Fresh 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where Variety calls it, “one of the year’s few masterpieces!” Slash Film declares, “This is unquestionably the best performance of Timothée Chalamet's career, and Marty Supreme is one of the best movies of the year. I can't wait to watch it again!”
PLAN: We’ll plan for a 4pm-ish showing and will meet inside the lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime! Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but be sure to mention you're with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts! Complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer.
BRUNCH BEFORE THE SHOW: We'll plan for Brunch before the show at the Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall, located a short distance away. Movie is open as long as tickets are available. Seating is limited so separate RSVP required for the Brunch portion of this event.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Hike Inniswood Metro Gardens
We will hike approx 4 miles looping through the gardens, boardwalk trail and chipmunk trail.
2026 Kick-Off: SONG SUNG BLUE or ANACONDA at Lennox Phoenix Theater!
Join us as we kick the New Year with a fun Happy Hour and your choice of two fun, new films! Option 1 is the biographical-musical-docu-drama, SONG SUNG BLUE, which stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson in the story about a real-life couple and Neil Diamond Tribute Duo. Option 2 is the comedy-action-adventure ACACONDA, which stars Jack Black and Paul Rudd as part of a group of friends remaking a favorite movie from their youth. Here’s a complete description, trailer and our plan for this event:
SONG SUNG BLUE: The film follows Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, who experience success and heartbreak in their musical journey together. Not a tribute to Neil Diamond, but a tribute to a Neil Diamond Tribute Band! The film is based on the 2008 documentary of the same name and is directed by Craig Brewer. It stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, along with Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir, Hudson Hensley, Fisher Stevens and Jim Belushi. Critics call the film, “a crowd-pleaser with a ton of heart!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCM0Ztp3o1o
ANACONDA: In this action-thriller-comedy-adventure, a group of friends going through a mid-life crisis head to the jungle to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter “unexpected events.” The film is directed by Tom Gormican and stars Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Selton Mello, Daniela Melchior, Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn. The film is a reimagining of the 1997 original. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMsFsfrPNaw
PLAN: We’ll kick off the event with a pre-show Happy Hour at nearby Bravo! We’ll confirm the details and exact meeting time once we get the showtimes, but planning for 5 to 5:30pm for the Happy Hour and a 7pm-ish showing of both films. For the movies, we’ll meet inside the lobby area about 20 minutes before showtimes! Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your Movie of Choice and seat number in the Comments below. Complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan




















