Social Impact

Hey Bayside! ☀️ The Bayside Social is a brand new group for locals who are up for good vibes, new friendships, and getting out to enjoy everything this area has to offer. We've got Friday night drinks, Sunday arvo sessions, outdoor activities, and more on the way. Just a note — this isn't an actual event to attend, but if this sounds like your kind of thing, hit Join and keep an eye out for our upcoming events. We'd love to have you along. See you out there! 👋

**Meetups for Rebels of all kinds — to connect, learn and share** This is a Social Networking event with a Masterclass with [Ari Galper](https://www.linkedin.com/in/arigalper/), Founder of [Selling With Trust](https://arigalper.com/) & Unlock The Sales Game Ari is a global authority on Trust Based Selling, the author of 7 best-selling books, and has been featured in CEO Magazine, Fast Company, and Forbes. Without sales, you have no business. This is an awesome opportunity to learn from a sales guru that approaches sales from a place of Trust. Join us for this awesome Masterclass with Ari, and get an opportunity to meet some great people like you 🙂 **Agenda:** * 5:30 - 6:30 PM (60 mins) - Get to know each other & Welcome * 6:30 - 7:15 PM (45 mins) - Sales Masterclass with Ari * 7:15 - 8:00 PM (45 mins) - More Social Networking There’s no dress code, no hard sales pitches, and no pressure — just great people and meaningful conversations ✨ 🌍 Est. 2013 – Rebel Meetups now run globally This event is free thanks to our members, partners, volunteers, and generous venues. **Hosted at [Tank Stream Labs](https://www.tankstreamlabs.com/)** **— Australia’s leading flexible workspace, venue, and business service provider** For office space, meeting room, or event space inquiries, contact rhea@tankstreamlabs.com Check out the pre-event intro **[Video here](https://unlockthegame.app.box.com/s/kdr4o0uct4t5rcbh0l0hhat526ze4fkd)** and feel free to connect with [Ari](https://www.linkedin.com/in/arigalper/) to learn more. See you there! _ **Notice:** If you Register and do not attend, Due to popular demand and limited capacity we might have to *pause your spot for future events.* Thanks for your understanding. We may be capturing content from the event to post on our socials.

### **The Experience** 🚀 Welcome to your new midweek ritual! **Bachata ConeXión Wednesdays** is all about connecting with purpose in a stunning, high-energy environment. Meet us at **The Third Day**—a massive, industrial-chic warehouse space in North Melbourne—for the best Bachata vibes in the city. Whether you're here for the fitness, the music, or the amazing community, your spot on the floor is waiting. *** ### **📍 Location & Time** * **Venue:** The Third Day – 290 Macaulay Rd, North Melbourne VIC 3051 * **When:** Every Wednesday Night * **The Space:** Huge dance floor, bar, and an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere. *** ### **🗓️ The Schedule** Our night is designed to take you from your very first steps to the social dance floor: * **6:30 PM – Bachata Fundamentals:** Perfect for absolute beginners. * **7:00 PM – Bachata Improvers:** Level up your basics. * **8:00 PM – Bachata Intermediate:** Master your patterns and flow. * **9:00 PM - Late – Social Dancing:** Practice what you learned and party! **(Social is INCLUDED with any class ticket)** *** ### **🎵 The Music Mix** Our DJs keep the floor burning with the perfect midweek blend: * **70% Bachata** (Sensual, Moderna, & Authentic) * **30% Salsa** (Linear & Cuban) * **+ A touch of Kizomba** to keep the flow smooth. ### **✨ First Timers: Start for FREE** New to our community? We want to welcome you! * **Your first 6:30 PM Fundamentals class is 100% FREE.** * No partner needed (we rotate throughout the class). * No experience required—we'll teach you everything from step one. *** ### **🎟️ Pricing & Tickets** **All tickets are available at the door!** No need to pre-book, just show up ready to move. * **6:30 PM Class:** $11 * **Single Class (7:00 PM or 8:00 PM):** $21 * **Double Class Pass:** $31 * **Social Only (from 9:00 PM):** $16 ($11 after 10:30 PM) *INSANE Card holders enjoy exclusive class & social deals!* *** ### **📲 Stay Connected** Follow us on Instagram to see our daily stories and get a sneak peek at the vibe before you arrive: 👉 **Instagram:** [@bachataconexion](https://www.instagram.com/bachataconexion) **Ready to dance? RSVP now and join the family!**

**Hello Unique Events members!** Our 2026 Meetup fee for the group has been paid. If you will be attending any events, please play your part and keep it fair for everyone by chipping in with a one-off member payment of $12pp. Your contribution will keep the events rolling and good times coming! ***And a huge thanks for supporting the group, it’s very much appreciated! We really enjoy organising and hosting events, and will still host many free events with no additional cost on your $12 contribution*** 🎉🥂🙌🏼. **Easy ways to make your $12 contribution -** 1. RSVP here with payments processed through PayPal. 2. Directly to the group's account - Andy Annita UE Account bsb 670864 acc 35256989 ref (your name) Please note, this is separate from events such tours, shows, concerts etc that require a ticket to be purchased, or venue hire fee to be paid. Any further info or questions please feel free to reach out. Thank you! 🙏🏽☺️ **Andy & Annita**

**Please sign up using Luma -** https://luma.com/x9tq0e88 A series of lightening talks on the topic on **The Measurement Problem** *"Are You Measuring the Right Things? SLOs, Toil, and the Metrics That Actually Matter.* After these talks we'll open the floor for discussion and Q&A with our presenters. **SCHEDULE** **5.30pm** 🍕Doors open – food and drinks served **6:00pm** ⚡️Three talks and Q&A and discussion with speakers **7:00pm** 🍻 Networking and drinks **7:30pm** 👋 Doors close

**木曜日・ジャパンナイト 🇯🇵（Hikari Social Melbourne）** 日本文化や日本語に興味のある方のための、カジュアルで楽しい交流イベントです。 新しい友達を作ったり、リラックスしながら会話を楽しみましょう。 お一人での参加も大歓迎です。スタッフがサポートしますので、初めての方でも安心してご参加いただけます。 🎟 **特典：日本人の方は19時まで入場無料** 📍 **The Oxford Scholar（メルボルンCBD）** 🕕 **18:00〜22:00** *** ## 🇬🇧 English (for reference / below it) **Thursday Japan Night 🇯🇵 (Hikari Social Melbourne)** A casual and fun social event for anyone interested in Japanese culture and language. Meet new people, make friends, and enjoy relaxed conversations in a friendly environment. Most people come alone, and our hosts will help introduce you so you feel comfortable right away. 🎟 **Special: Free entry for Japanese before 7:00PM** 📍 **The Oxford Scholar (Melbourne CBD)** 🕕 **6:00PM – 10:00PM**

**—— Details ——** We will meet at the starting point, take round trip around the Tan and a short stroll inside the botanical garden. BYO coffee/ water bottle. Dress for outdoor walk. Come along & simply say, "Hi, it's my first time joining the group event." or ask the organiser to introduce you. You can take it slow and start from there. If you enjoy the conversations, take the initative to invite others to hang out over a bite/ drink after. **\-\-\- Running Late \-\-\-** If you are running late, please message at least 30 mins in advance. We will wait up to 15 mins before heading off. We won't be able to keep track of messages once we start. **\-\-\- RSVP / Change of Plan \-\-\-** Change of plan or decide not to attend is absolutely okay. Please do update your RSVP to "NO", so others can have the opportunity to attend. **\-\-\- Intro \-\-\-** Kudos 2 Friends is a Melbourne based community created for individuals who are looking to expand their social circle and form long term friendship overtime. Join us on a fun journey as we explore cafes, restaurants and bars, including drinks, meals, outings, hiking, sporting, chilling, etc. Above all, we’d like to celebrate the importance of friendships. So if you are looking to expand your social circle and explore new adventures and venues in Melbourne, come join us! **\-\-\- Heylo App \-\-\-** We use Heylo App for more fluid communication, including ideas, interest groups, questions etc. Please download the Heylo app from the App store and let the organizer know if you would like to be added to the Heylo Group at the event. We will send an invite to attendees to the group. (give us some time) **\-\-\- Rules \-\-\-** Admin will only add members to the group with a clear profile picture. (No hidden behind sunglasses, masks, drawings) **You might be removed from the group in the case of…** * no show * without a clear profile picture * anti-social behaviour (i.e. acts rude / disrespectful regularly) * take advantage of individuals for personal gain(s) **\-\-\- Privacy \-\-\-** Do not disclose your contact number in this post comment. We will delete your comment/info as soon as we see it to protect your privacy.

**Unlock Meaningful Connections at Our Speed Friending Event** [LINK TO BOOK](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/group-speed-friending-with-meaningful-conversations-tickets-1985108869065?aff=oddtdtcreator) Ready to step out of your comfort zone and make authentic connections? Join us at *The Bank on Collins* for an exclusive Speed Friending event with structured conversations designed for ambitious professionals and like-minded individuals who are eager to forge meaningful connections - not just small talk. This event attracts a diverse group of individuals who are serious about building friendships and expanding their network. Whether you're a professional climbing the career ladder, a creative pushing the boundaries of innovation, or an entrepreneur chasing your next big idea, you'll find yourself surrounded by like-minded go-getters who think big and dream even bigger. In a world where quality relationships are key to success, we believe that life is better with great people in it. This event is your opportunity to meet dynamic, driven individuals who are all about growth, collaboration, and real conversations. Be prepared to dive deep with thought-provoking questions that foster vulnerability and genuine connections so you can Find Your Tribe. Whether you're a seasoned event-goer or this is your first event, we're here to support you every step of the way. Push past surface-level interactions and start building the kind of relationships that truly matter. **Event Structure:** * **6:30 pm:** Arrive, grab a drink, and mingle. (Tip: Happy hour ends at 6:30 pm, so come early to snag a deal!) * **6:45 pm - 7:30 pm:** 3 rounds of group speed friending. You'll meet 12+ like-minded people ready to connect on a deeper level. * **7:30 pm - 8:00 pm:** Post-speed friending social networking. This is where the magic happens—spend time with the people you vibed with most and start building real friendships. **Investment:** $10. We are for passion, not profit. 50% of your contribution supports the running costs of the group, while the other 50% goes towards The Man Cave, Australia's leading preventative mental health charity for teenage boys and their communities. [Home - The Man Cave - Preventative mental health programs for teenage boys](https://themancave.life/) Link to book: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/group-speed-friending-with-meaningful-conversations-tickets-1985108869065?aff=oddtdtcreator To support the venue, please buy a drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) or snack during the event. **Liability Disclaimer:** By attending this event, you acknowledge that you are participating voluntarily and are responsible for your own health, safety, and well-being during the session. *Find Your Tribe Melbourne* and its hosts are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur. Please take care, be mindful of your surroundings, and participate within your own comfort level. **Photo & Video Disclaimer:** Please note that photos and videos will be taken throughout the event and may be used on our social media channels or other platforms. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, kindly inform one of the hosts at the beginning of the event. **Take the leap - join us for a night of transformative connections and step into a community of movers and shakers. We can't wait to meet you!** [LINK TO BOOK](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/group-speed-friending-with-meaningful-conversations-tickets-1985108869065?aff=oddtdtcreator) Instagram: @findyourtribemelb

**SoulTime Nillumbik** is back! And we’re very excited to introduce...***SoulTime Kids!*** After a short hiatus over the past few months, we’re really looking forward to gathering again and reconnecting as a community. SoulTime offers a welcoming space for **reflection, meaningful conversation and connection** in a peaceful setting overlooking nature. Sessions include gentle music, short readings from diverse cultures and perspectives, and open discussion around uplifting themes relevant to everyday life. This month, we'll be exploring **Happiness - what contributes to happiness within us, and around us.** To help make SoulTime more accessible for families, we’re now also offering ***SoulTime Kids*** — a parallel session for primary-aged children while adults attend the main gathering. Children will enjoy creative, reflective and values-based activities facilitated by a qualified primary school teacher (with Working With Children Check). SoulTime remains open to everyone, regardless of background, beliefs or life stage. Light refreshments will be served following the group discussion. We hope you can join us! 🌿

Due to popularity, we are doing another walk, talk, lunch and coffee, this time as requested, in the city. Fitroy Gardens. Ticket here: [Walk, talk and lunch - Fitzroy Gardens](https://www.trybooking.com/DMDSE) Meeting at Kere Kere Green cafe, on the grassed area. It's a nice open space to meet, mingle, talk before making our way around the gardens, over to The Tan and back. Meeting at 10:30am, starting walk around the gardens at 11am, walk shall take about 70 mins, to then make our way back to Kere Kere Green Cafe. Grab your coffee as we meet and then lunch once we make it back. The cafe has seating inside/outside or we can stand on the outside grassed area. There is prospect of rain but come prepared with umbrella and rain coat. If it is too wet, we can just stay at cafe for a coffee. Dogs welcomed! Please do NOT be late, smell of alcohol/be hungover (Sober Sunday) or have bad BO. Being a Sunday, there should be parking around, plenty of public transport options as well. Your ticket goes towards the associated costs of running the group and it is ONLY $5! ## Date

**📅 DATE:** Saturday, May 16th, 2026 **⏰ TIME:** 7PM–9PM (Check-in from 7PM–8:30PM) **📍 WHERE:** DraftKings Sports & Social – 840 N. High St., Columbus, OH **🎟️ Check in:** at the host stand when you arrive say, **"DK Meetup Social"** 🍻 Join us for a fun, social night out! Meet new people, grab a drink, and kick back in a high-energy atmosphere right in the heart of Columbus 🎉 🎯 **What to Expect:** 🎶 DJ starting at 9PM 🏓 “Water” Pong + games 📺 Huge 37ft TV wall for all the live sports action 🥂 **Drink & Food Specials (7PM–9PM):** $3 Domestic Drafts – Miller Lite & Coors Light $3 Well Liquor Cocktails $4 Select Call Liquor – Tito’s, Bacardi, Tanqueray, Dulce Vida Blanco, Jameson & Jack Daniel’s $4 Topo Chico Seltzers $5 White Tea & Green Tea Shots $3 OFF Appetizers (excluding traditional bone-in wings) **📌 Quick Details:** 🔞 21+ only 🚗 Parking available at Hubbard Garage (behind venue) Pull up, bring your crew (or come solo), and get ready for a great night out 🥂

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:20am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking is available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to all of YOU for volunteering at this (and any of our previous) CMG Gives Back events! Should be another good/fun/meaningful time together, Dan

Come attend a free in-person seminar where you will find out why you: -Feel isolated -Can't express yourself openly -Get nervous or anxious in front of people -Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied -Feel introverted -Don't feel comfortable in any social setting -Can't make more friends -Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way And we cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above. This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us! COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215

**You're invited to join local Columbus animal advocates as we watch PETA's workshop together on cage-free campaigns. Free vegan pizza will be provided! After the workshop Q&A, we'll have a group discussion and brainstorm on future activism plans. Hope to see you there!** **Here are the details:** **WHEN: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6pm EST** **WHERE: KTC Columbus** **If you cannot attend in person, you can still view the workshop virtually at https://www.facebook.com/events/1567122777711333** **Here's some background on the workshop:** **Please join us for an eye-opening online PETA Playbook discussion with PETA’s Associate Director of Vegan Campaigns, Amber Canavan, where we’ll ask the hard-hitting questions about the cage-free campaigns and their impact on both hens and vegan efforts.** **Whether you’re looking to strengthen your outreach or sharpen your messaging around the egg industry’s humane-washing tactics, this workshop will give you practical tools to help others understand what “cage-free” really means for hens and why the label is misleading.** **We’ll explore how to keep conversations respectful, fact-based, and focused on the animals’ reality while encouraging others to take effective action.** **Please join us for this important workshop to learn how you can cut through cage-free marketing and help animals.** **Come ready to learn, ask questions, and ignite your activism for animals!**

**Total Eclipse of the Chart: School Redistricting Dashboards** In this presentation, we will explore the utilization of maps, sets, and SQL within a Tableau dashboard to help provide “what-if” analyses generated through the use of a mapped dashboard, providing different scenarios and the potential implications of these. While in this use case we are focused on a large school district, the concepts of utilizing existing data to explore the future impacts of modifying different geographic boundaries can be useful to many industries, balancing the mix of maps with visual analytics. **About Our Speaker** Robert Kramer is the Data Systems and State Reporting Coordinator at South Western City Schools in Grove City. He has worked there for 17 years, serving previously in the roles of Data Analyst, Programmer, and Operations Coordinator. Prior to working at South Western, he worked as a Systems Engineer at Pinnacle Data Systems in Groveport. He graduated in 2005 from The University of Toledo with his Bachelor’s in Computer Science and Engineering, and a minor in Mathematics. Robert resides in Obetz with his wife, and their 15 and 12 year-old daughters. He was also just elected to his 3rd four-year term on the Obetz City Council. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

## 🎤 Wednesday Night Karaoke Social @ PBR Cowboy Bar Columbus **Ready to break up your week with something actually fun?** This isn’t just karaoke—it’s a full-on social night where you can meet new people, grab a drink, and jump into the energy (on the mic or off). No pressure, no awkward vibes—just good music, a fun crowd, and a reason to get out on a Wednesday. ### 📅 Event Details **When:** Wednesday Nights **Time:** 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM **Where:** PBR Cowboy Bar + Smokehouse – Easton **Check-in:** Say *“PBR Meetup”* at the host stand to grab your wristband + unlock drink specials ### 🎶 What to Expect * 🎤 Karaoke kicks off at 7PM (whether you sing or just hype the crowd) * A lively, social group — perfect if you’re coming solo or bringing friends * A fun mix of music, drinks, and easy conversation * A low-pressure environment where everyone’s just there to have a good time *Pro tip: the later it gets, the more fun it gets 😏* ### 🍻 Meetup Perks (7PM–9PM) * $3 Domestic Draft – Miller Lite & Coors Light * $3 Well Liquor Cocktails * $4 Vizzy Seltzers * $5 Select Call Liquor – Tito’s, Bacardi, Tanqueray, Cazadores Reposado & Jack Daniels * $5 Select Shots – White Tea Shots & Fireball ### 👋 Good to Know * Come solo or roll in with friends — either way, you won’t feel out of place * 21+ after 9PM * Karaoke is optional… but once the crowd gets going, you might change your mind If you’ve been saying you need to get out more during the week—this is your sign. 🎶🍻

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!