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Due to popular demand, we are running another Acting Taster Workshop this forthcoming Monday. But you need to sign up via the Sign Up link below. Please email satc@afperformingarts.com if you have any problems. 0RDER IN THE COURT - JOIN US THIS MONDAY EVENING FOR A ACTING WORKSHOP TASTER! Team building with a difference - designed for anyone who’s completed an Acting for Beginners course (with Stage & the City or elsewhere) and wants to develop confidence, collaboration and creativity in a fresh, playful way. We’re inviting you to join us this Monday for a fun, creative taster session, where you’ll dive into our brand‑new courtroom‑themed production Order in the Court. Expect bold characters, playful improvisation, and the chance to devise scenes collaboratively as part of a supportive ensemble. This course gives participants the unique opportunity to perform in their own production, bonding as a company while shaping the show together under the guidance of Liam Reilly, our Head of Drama. It’s a brilliant way to stretch your skills, build confidence, and experience the joy of creating theatre as a team. Find out more & reserve your taster place here: [https://tinyurl.com/mryatf72](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Fmryatf72%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwRDFTa1BMTXVvSzNRcU1hV3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4Z0nnYN3A_qK0IGI5U0YBKbCe-yr79FsyNdd5U_YB8LVJVPtoO3Ab7AFM_tQ_aem_CykFp9cpg_sTUlH_zqEn6Q&h=AT1T8J-t7xhoDKPwAXlFG86RFws1-PNAh6l66Z3KsdagFi4W7RihecwhUmp7xT9i39YNWZa8cixPlo9GGfhddGj1cawNOzd4n9DO3h9CFggndl8Lv9ghSl76foVQkRiRs00Au64FZCNsCjpyOWKxUGznn5l3Ow&__tn__=-UK-R&c%5B0%5D=AT1s9J3XxXpSoqoajsXqHovVf1MPL3wh3MIVa6nUvHm2HyoSwOG83FPK38Y-zL8uLSnmFzY71VM8LjrTptbEKfc0KTN8lEGnxH-To98z_ULikNWezrbnyS4qMV8AgftkegW6XC42SwKI5OniYn7LRbYVvUQvX9GIUyM4-KwquGm4hg4myLQ) As an aside, all profits from this course go to our charitable arm, the Fiorentini Foundation, supporting less privileged children who wish to increase in confidence and self-esteem via the performing arts.

**Event Info!** We are here to fill gaps from our own group members. **We aren’t club.** It is important to speak with one of organisers before making a request. Possibility it will be ignored as session might be full by regular people outside this app or can get cancelled as well. The best way to get in touch is through meetup as your message will get picked up by the designated organiser for the chosen event. ❌ No racquets will be provided ❌ No guests in session until booked ❌ No last-minute cancellation ❌ No short notice request ❌ No admission fee covered in £13 contribution ✅ Feathers Shuttles ✅ Doubles with rotation ✅ Average Session 2 hours ✅ Minimum 4 and Maximum 6 people ✅ £13 Contribution to be paid in advance (No Cash) To ensure fair access to the session, anyone who signs up but does not make payment 48h in advance will have their places cancelled and offered to other players. Please ask for bank account details as we don’t accept cash or card payments. **Waiting List Update** If the event is full, there will be a waiting list for players to put their names on. Once a spot becomes available, i.e. another member cancels, the first person on the waiting list will be added to RSVP automatically. As such, the person will be sent an automated email confirming so. For those who do not wish to be added automatically, please remove your name from the waiting list. Please cancel waitlist 24 hours before the event if made other plans, as meetup will push you to attending list if spot opens. We charge on spot basis **Cancellation** If you cancel with less than 24 hours’ notice a full fee will be charge unless we found a replacement. (only if no other spots available. Preference to fill other spots) If you found a replacement You MUST also inform the organisers who your replacement is so you will get a full refund. **No Show Fees** Full fee will be added to the profile on the next visit. No Refund will be provided **Beginners or Training** If you are Beginner/Starter, send us text as we arrange separate sessions. We do not provide any professional coaching or training however if the courts avail players are welcome to train each other. **Disclaimer** This is a social session we do not cover any liabilities. Organisers, Host or Venue can accept no liability for any loss or injury, however sustained, while taking part in group activities. If you want to cover yourself against injury to yourself or others, please make sure you have the appropriate insurance. In the interest of health and safety, proper footwear is a must in this group which means no casual footwear and no barefoot on the court. **Any other question please ask** Lastly Avoid wasting our time or last-minute cancellation as people get ban/blocked 🚫 by doing it.

Ping Pong is all about Beer, Bragging rights and making Buddies! Come along to the Ping Pong Social at Bounce Shoreditch to unwind, meet likeminded people and of course show off your whiff whaff skills! This event is crafted to serve both serious Table Tennis players with lots of challenges & tournaments, as well as the social players with tailor made games for singles, couples, colleagues & friends. With music playing and drinks flowing you will be able to choose from a variety of creative and quirky games including Ping Pong Tournaments, Social Doubles, Round Pong, Weapon Pong etc. There will be prizes for winners that include bottle of Prosecco & Medals and free entry to future events. We are usually by tables 15,16, 17 this is where you should meet us. However, if we change the tables or if you can't find us for whatever reason, please call/text host Vin and/or ask at reception for us, and you will be directed to us. Experience includes: \~ 4 Hours of Ping Pong Entertainment Tournament for Beginners, Intermediates, Experts (Prosecco for the Winner) \~ Quirky Social Ping Pong games with Fancy Prices for beginners \~ Fun Vibe to socialise in UV lit up exclusive Ping Pong venue FREE entry to our next Beer Pong event for winners

Instead of Blue Monday, we fully support Samaritans 2026, Brew Monday. To kick start the JavaScript & Sip 2026 schedule, we encourage you to come along and socialise, whether you choose to do so for a walk, coffee or some co-working, everyone is welcome. I will host a walk starting from Canary Wharf Station (Elizabeth Line) on Adam's Plaza Bridge, but if it is easier, please meet Joulie at Yummzy for 12:15 pm. At 12:30 pm we will set off along Upper Bank Street to Jubilee Park. A little walk around and through the park, past Middle Dock, along to West India Dock Pier. Walk along the Thames until we reach West Ferry Circus, over to West India Quay and around the North Dock, back through Canary Wharf roof top, then homeward bound via Cabot Square and into Yummzy Cafe. Circa 4km and we will go at a slow conversational pace. For those who would rather simply meet for a coffee or some co-working. We should be back in the cafe from 1:30/45 pm, where you can enjoy brilliant conversation about anything software, tech or even catch up about what's on your mind and socialise. We can continue until you need to shoot off or up until around 6 pm, when your working day should be nearing an end. Don't worry, you don't need to be in a job currently, if you are working, looking for a role, or someone to collaborate with in a start-up or personal project, come along. On behalf of Joulie (Founder of Yummzy, a big thank you for hosting this event too) and myself, I hope you are able to attend and would love to see as many of you as possible. Please feel welcome to bring a friend with you if this is your first event and for anyone wanting to know more about Samaritans and Brew Monday, please check out the information below: ***On Brew Monday, the third Monday in January, Samaritans reminds everyone to reach out for a cuppa and a catch-up with the people you care about.*** ***Today’s the day. The day you put the kettle on. The day small talk turns into big talk. The day you break open the biscuits and the taboos.*** ***The day you remind everyone how good human connection feels. How easy it is. And what a difference it can make.*** ***Let’s prevent suicide with a cuppa and a catch-up this Brew Monday. Because for many, tomorrow’s too late.*** [Brew Monday 2026 | #BrewMonday |There's always time for a cuppa and a catch-up](https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/brew-monday/)

### 🌅 **What is this?** **Kickstart your day by chasing the sunrise** with a unique blend of fitness, fresh air, and socializing! The running session takes place along the Regent’s Canal. The view will be stunning. 😁 Tired of the usual routine? Join Hackney's young professional community for this **free social event** where we swap the screen time for 'green time.' ### 📍 **The Vibe & The Workout** This event is designed to be a fun, engaging, and social hour of activity. * **The Focus:** The session is about movement, camaraderie, and having fun! We stick together as a group—all levels are welcome. * **The Fun:** We will be incorporating different **dynamic exercises and playful team games** along the route. Expect short bursts of running mixed with engaging activities to break the ice and ensure a full-body, high-energy start to your day. * **The Mission:** To catch that incredible Hackney sunrise! ### ☕ **The Social Finish** We encourage people to stick around for an **optional coffee/tea/pastry** to properly cool down, chat, and solidify those new connections. ### 📢 **Important Notes & Weather Policy** **Please be punctual!** We start moving at the scheduled time. If you are late, you might miss us. If you cannot find the group, please WhatsApp me: **+44 7487 832243**. I will be wearing some hilarious accessory at the Victoria Park Canal Gate. Please look for an Asian girl. **Prep for the Morning:** * **Hydration:** Remember to **bring water** and stay hydrated before and during the session. * **Weather:** Please dress in warm layers and bring a **waterproof jacket and hat** just in case. * If it's just drizzling, we are still **ON!** * If heavy rain is forecast, we will cancel the event and inform all RSVPs **one day in advance.** * **Filming**: Please note that I might be filming or taking photos throughout the journey. ### 🤝 **Who Should Join?** * Professionals looking to expand their social and business networks in East London. * Anyone who wants a dynamic and enjoyable way to stay active. * Individuals seeking a friendly, low-pressure group fitness environment. * All fitness levels—whether you run regularly or are just starting out, you are welcome! > **Free to Join!** Please feel free to bring along your friends or colleagues. Just have them RSVP on Meetup so we can get an accurate headcount for the activities.

We're fed up of boring, monotonous exercise - let's play ourselves fit! **TO BOOK**: It's essential that you book onto sessions via our website, using the link below; due to restrictions on games and preparation times we cannot accept walk-ins, or late arrivals. [https://joinrabble.com/locations/london/](https://joinrabble.com/locations/london/) Use the code **FREEPLAY** to get your first game free! *** Rabble is a fitness club with a difference: * Every 1 hour session is a mixture of team games, such as Capture the Flag, Frisbee or Kickball - no two sessions are alike! * We are SUPER friendly and often host socials after the game * All abilities are welcomed * Our aim is to have **FUN**, make **FRIENDS**, and get **FIT** without even noticing * Bring your friends along! Please come in comfortable sports clothing and bring a bottle of water and hand sanitizer. Trail shoes or studs (weather dependent) are recommended, or a good pair of trainers. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the session to allow us to start on time. We play every: * Monday in Highbury & Islington (19:00 - 20:00) * Tuesday in Shoreditch / Haggerston (19:00 - 20:00) * Wednesday in Elephant & Castle (19:00-20:00) * Saturday in Southwark Park (10:30 - 11:30) * Saturday in Finsbury Park (11:00 - 12:00) * Sunday in Clapham Common (12:00-13:00) We hope to see you playing soon! PS. We have a group of dedicated regulars, so numbers are usually much higher than Meetup might suggest. Book your place here: [https://joinrabble.com/locations/london/](https://joinrabble.com/locations/london/) **Love Rabble**

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43405 **Game Description:** 🧡Come and join us for a casual friendly & social badminton session in Archway. This venue consists of 4 courts in total. 🚨Directions🚨 📍Enter via Thornbury Square road and walk all the way downhill. (Note: you won’t be able to enter through the school!) 🚶‍♂️10 minute walk from Archway or Highgate tube stations (Northern Line) 🚗 Free car parking on site 🚿 Showers, changing rooms, water fountain & toilets are available in **Rules** 🏸The session is for mixed ability players so please be positive and encouraging to all players. We highly encourage you to read the rules for classic doubles prior to the session so we can run the games smoothly. 👯‍♀️We play doubles for the whole time and keep rotating courts so everyone gets to play with each other. We use Yonex Mavis 300 Nylon Shuttle cocks. We also have a few spare rackets.

*PLEASE SCROLL DOWN FOR IMPORTANT MEETING POINT INFO* Join us for an easy 4.5M/3.5KM circular stroll through Notting Hill! We’ll wander the pastel‑lined streets around Portobello Road and the hidden courtyards and garden squares that give the area its boho charm. Along the way we’ll hear a few anecdotes about the area’s famous history. Pub social after! *MEET OUTSIDE EXIT 4 OF NOTTING HILL GATE TUBE STATION*

**They’re back! After a couple of months off, our Social Walks return on Sunday 25th January for the first walk of 2026.** Yep that's right, we'll be dusting off our hiking boots again and heading out on one of our favourite social walk routes through all three Royal Parks, Hyde Park, Green Park and St James Park. The event will start out by the Kensington Gardens Bandstand in Hyde Park and to kick things off - you'll be allocated a group/team for an initial mix of fun ice breaker games. These are designed to get people talking and help you to get to know some of the other participants on the walk a little better. We’ll then set off on our 2-3 hour walk across London, we'll catch glimpses of some of the most famous landmarks and sights of London, such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the London Eye. And of course, no social walk would be complete without a trip to the pub to wrap up the afternoon and give you a chance to grab a drink, a bite to eat and get to know your fellow hikers a bit better. Owing to the size of the venue, we will be having to cap numbers for this event and so do make sure you nab your place as soon as you can! \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- **WHERE/WHEN WE WILL MEET** Meet Point - Kensington Gardens Bandstand, London W8 4PU ([https://goo.gl/maps/hS9T58cpHr1EFAtp8](https://goo.gl/maps/hS9T58cpHr1EFAtp8)) Closest tube stations: High Street Kensington (10 Min walk), Gloucester Road (15 min walk), South Kensington (15 min walk) Destination: Silver Cross, Westminster Meet Time - 2:00pm Walk Finish time: 5:00pm Pub Finish time: 6:30-8:00pm (approx) \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- **JOIN THE COMMUNITY** Set up in November 2021, our project was set up to help 20s and 30s in London meet, connect and hopefully build life-long friendships. To help make this happen, we also host all kinds of events from free social walks, games evenings, day trips, social events, activity nights to picnics. To learn more about our community or to follow us on social media, please follow one of the links below. **Website - [https://friendship-project.co.uk](https://friendship-project.co.uk/)** **Instagram - [https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship](https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship)**

🎲 Join us for board and social games in Central London We welcome both game enthusiasts and casual players. Free entry. Food and drink is available for purchase. We would appreciate you spending at the venue as this makes it more likely the venue will want us to keep coming back. For those new to a board games, there will be friendly people willing to teach you how too play. **Address**: Brewdog, 142 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC2H 8HJ Games include: * Catan * Blood on the Clocktower - murder mystery traitor style * Ticket to Ride * Azul * Exploding Kittens * Uno * Harmonies * Skull * Sea, Salt & Paper * Inis * Cosmic Encounter * Scout You can bring your own games too. Look forward to seeing both new and familiar faces! If you are new, we will help you to settle in to join a game of your choice. Please update your RSVP if you can no longer come. This event is expected to be waitlisted.

ENJOY the SPECTACLE of LONDON'S WINTER LIGHTS FESTIVAL. on this £5 tour. This is a short circular walking tour (approx 2 hours) taking in some of Canary Wharf's most spectacular Winter Lights. For 2026, the festival’s theme is ‘Dreamscape’, which promises an ‘an exploratory journey of the surreal and ethereal’. Expect interactive displays, colourful projections and magnificent installations from world-renowned light artists, as well as pop-up food stalls to keep you fuelled along the way. Afterwards there will be an option to head off to a local bar for something to eat/drink to continue the socialising. **Please note that the meetup point is at Canary Wharf Elizabeth Line Station (Exit near Adams Plaza)** The Tour lasts approx 2.5 hours, so please wear warm clothing. The Tour ends at a large pub in Canary Wharf at around 9pmish. When you arrive at the starting point look for the Ken's Events Flag. Cost of Event £5 : To allow for maximum flexibility for attendees, this event is free to RSVP. The £5 fee is only payable when you attend. Free for members and guests who hold the Ken's Events Membership. Please note that it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. RISKS: Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. In these walks we use; pavements, and cross busy roads. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself. No dogs on this walk or small children please. Please arrive in good time to allow opportunity to use toilets at the start of the walk as there may not be any toilet breaks available during the walk. WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK? For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/) All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here [http://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](http://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/) to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer. Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group and only post photos of other members with their consent. Kens Events also has a Facebook Page, Instagram and Twitter accounts. [http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) Instagram Page [Kenswalks](https://www.instagram.com/weekendgreenwalks/) Twitter [@KenEvents](http://www.twitter.com/KenEvents) Kens Events also has a Facebook Group that you can join. [http://www.facebook.com/groups/Kensevents](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events) RAIN POLICY: Our walks normally go ahead as planned even if it rains. Light rain is not usually a problem . However if torrentail rain is forecast, please check back to this webpage on the afternoon of the event around 4pm for the latest update. Tell your friends you are going! [https://secure.meetup.com/LONDON-MEETUP-SOCIAL-GROUP-KENS-EVENTS/invite/](https://secure.meetup.com/LONDON-MEETUP-SOCIAL-GROUP-KENS-EVENTS/invite/)

Welcome! 😊 You can join us for a **unique experience** where you'll be allocated to a gathering/group **based on your interests** (more details on this below!). Come unwind, meet new people, and enjoy some drinks in a relaxed setting. Whether you're looking to make new connections or simply unwind after a long week, this event is perfect for you. **Here's how it works...** ✨ 1. **IMPORTANT:** To attend and be matched with a gathering, answer our quick, personality & interests quiz on [OkGather.com](https://OkGather.com) to become a member (*includes gatherings every week - you must be a member to attend*) 💭 🪄 2. We carefully match you with a gathering of amazing people 🫂 📍 3. We book the table for around 10 people in your gathering at a great venue & let you know **your** **venue** **& table details** (venues will be near the station mentioned in location section) 🥂 🎉 4. All you have to do is show up and have a great time! 🥳 If you have any questions, please email info@okgather .com It's the perfect way to meet people with similar interests and expand your network/social circle (while having a lot of fun!). Save your seat now at [OkGather.com](https://OkGather.com)

**Whether you’re brand new to board games or just looking for a cosy way to meet people, this night is designed with you in mind.** We run our board game night twice a month, always in the same venue, and with the same familiar hosts. Our aim is simple: create the kind of event you enjoy so much that you want to come back - and maybe make a few new friends along the way. **Please use the link below to sign up to this event.** [https://dplsk.eventcube.io/events/92894/board-games-at-finsbury-park/](https://dplsk.eventcube.io/events/92894/board-games-at-finsbury-park/) **⭐ What Makes This Event Special ⭐** **The Venue:** Blighty is cosy, colourful, and just a little bit quirky — like the living room of your eccentric aunt. It’s worlds away from the noise, crowds, and sticky tables of pubs and bars. **The Games:** We currently own 49 games, including favourites like Articulate, Codenames, and Secret Hitler. Every game is hand‑picked for maximum fun and easy learning. **The Hosts:** They are some of the loveliest people you will ever meet on Meetup. It doesn’t matter if it is your 1st time or 100th time coming to the board game night, they will always make you feel welcome. **🎯 Who This Event Is For 🎯** This night is perfect for people who are new to board games or just want something light, social, and easygoing. * You don’t need to know any games beforehand. * You’re welcome to come alone or with a friend - either is completely fine. This is not a hardcore gaming night. You won’t find Dungeons & Dragons or Magic: The Gathering here. **💷 Price — £5 per person 💷** Your contribution helps us keep the event fresh and fun: * We buy new games every month to expand and update our collection. * Any games we no longer need are donated back to the community through regular giveaways. Please note that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. **📍 Where & When 📍** **Address:** Blighty, 35-37 Blackstock Road, Finsbury Park, London, N4 2JF **Google Maps:** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7X7u8VLoijfujS6A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/p7X7u8VLoijfujS6A) **Nearest Tube Station:** Finsbury Park Underground Station (approx 5 min walk) **Start Time:** 5:30 PM **End Time:** 9:30 PM If it’s your first time, we strongly recommend arriving before 6 PM so we can help you settle in and match you with a great game.

The Queens Pub in Crouch End! You're invited to join us for an evening of great company, and movie talk at our upcoming Pub Social in the heart of Crouch End. It's an opportunity to unwind and mingle with fellow members of the North London Film Club. Please RSVP to ensure we have an idea of numbers attending. I'll book tables for the evening under David. Feel free to bring friends or anyone interested in joining the group. Make sure to update the RSVP if you can’t make it. That’s very helpful! How to find us: We usually get the three high stool tables along the bar that can be seen in the photo. Come along and be a part of the fun! See you there! Join our Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CqLyvsscZ8QCCtHAy9LrwI The link will take you to a waiting room where you write your Meetup username. Once verified, you’ll receive the link to the main WhatsApp group. Date: 23rd of December! Time: 7pm until late! Location: The Queens! Address: 26 Broadway Parade, London N8 9DE

*GOhio!* turns 8!! 🥳 Come celebrate with us at [Pins Mechanical](https://www.pinsbar.com/locations/easton)! 😄 **Summary** Pins Mechanical Co. is a social entertainment venue that combines old-school games like duckpin bowling, pinball, and other classic arcade and table games with craft cocktails, local beers, and punch. The vintage-industrial atmosphere is designed for playful, face-to-face gatherings with friends, family, and colleagues, offering a casual and lively alternative to a typical bar. Pins' Easton location spans over 38,000 square feet, making it the largest in the United States. This massive entertainment venue features two floors, a mezzanine level with stadium seating, and three full-service bars. It offers 16 duckpin bowling lanes, two indoor bocce courts, and more than 60 classic and modern pinball and arcade games. For additional fun, the location is known for its two outdoor patios, an indoor slide, and an expanded patio pong setup. **Activities** As noted below, some machines take actual quarters. Pins has two change machines (one downstairs and one upstairs) that accept ones, fives, or tens (only), and return quarters (only). * *Duckpin Bowling* [Like Bowling](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duckpin_bowling) but with smaller balls, stubby pins, and no oil on the lanes. The cost is $9 per game per person. * *Pinball* [Who](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Who)'s a [wizard](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinball_Wizard) on these [retro machines](https://pinballmap.com/map/?by_location_id=15311)? At $1 per play, everyone! Takes quarters. * *Arcade* Play classics like Gorf, Pac-Man, Gorf, Donkey Kong, Gorf, Galaga, and Gorf! The best part is, there's Gorf! And all the arcade games are free! * *Patio Pong* The classic college party staple but bigger. Instead of tossing a ping pong ball into cups, you use a regular ball and oversized buckets. There are two of these upstairs, and they're both free! * *Ping Pong* The most popular sport in China! They have two ping pong tables downstairs and two more ping pong tables upstairs. For those of you who have studied topological spaces and set theory, you will know this means they have four total ping pong tables. They have bubble gum dispensers with ping pong balls in them for 25¢ each. The dispensers take quarters. However, they also have racks where they store the ping pong paddles, and in these racks are slots for ping pong balls. It's not uncommon to see balls already here, so there's a chance you may be able to play ping pong for free if you want to. * *Hookie* You can't put your eye out! The safe alternative to darts: Hook thrown rings on a board. Outdoors on the upstairs patio, and free! * *Bocce* Like bowling, except there’s turf and a lot more balls. You can also knock your opponent’s balls out of the way. There are two of these upstairs, and they're both free! * *Foosball* Everyone loves [foosball](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Table_football)! 50¢ a game. Takes quarters. * *Giant Jenga* Stack massive wooden blocks into a tower, then take turns pulling out one block at a time without collapsing the tower. There are four of these sprinkled throughout the venue (two downstairs and two upstairs, with one on each patio), and they're all free! * *Skeeball* There are three skeeball machines on the first floor (near the Gorf machine!), and they're all free! * *Giant Connect Four* On the outdoor patio upstairs, and free! * *Bubble Hockey* This is upstairs. Up to four people can play at once, and it costs $1. Takes quarters. * *Cornhole* There are two cornhole lanes upstairs, and they're both free! * *Basketball* There are two basketball machines downstairs. They're tucked behind the downstairs bar, so they're not always obvious unless you go look for them. They're $2 per play, and they take quarters. * *NES and Sega Genesis video games* These are collections, downstairs (near the Gorf machine!), of video games that you can play for free! * *The Big Metal Indoor Slide* This large two-story slide is for kids, and certainly no adults would ride this. After all, it's not like it's free or anything. **Outdoor Patio** Pins at Easton actually has two outdoor patios. But for our purposes, only the upstairs one matters. See, it will be winter and likely cold. But their upstairs patio has multiple ceiling heaters and two massive gas fire pits that put out a ton of heat. Sitting out here may be a real option. As mentioned above, the upstairs outdoor patio has one of the venue's two Patio Pong setups, one of their multiple Giant Jengas, the Giant Connect Four, and Hookie. **Food** Pins doesn't serve food, but there's a [Mikey's Late Night Slice](https://www.latenightslice.com/) next door. This Mikey's is basically an extension of the Easton Pins; there's a large open doorway between both establishments. Mikey's has a fountain dispenser with Coke products. You can also get Coke and Diet Coke (but not Coke Zero, like you can at Mikey's) at the bars in Pins, but I think the quality of the soda pop from Mikey's fountain is better than that from the bar hoses Pins uses to dispense soft drinks. You are also quite allowed at Pins to either bring food in or order it in via your favorite delivery app. **Parking** I recommend parking in the [Worth Garage](https://eastontowncenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/parking-at-easton-updated-file-sept-25.pdf). It's literally right next door to Pins, and it's free as long as you park on Level 2 or above. They recently started charging people to park on Level 1, and you pay for parking on this level the same way you pay for street parking in Columbus, with the [ParkColumbus](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.parkmobile.parkcolumbus&hl=en_US&pli=1) app. I've seen them enforce this by ticketing people's cars, but I don't know how they actually compel payment. The garage is not a public street that actual cops can write you tickets for parking illegally on. If you have an actual ticket from a cop that you don't pay, they can go so far as to issue a warrant for your arrest. But all Easton has, seemingly, is, "[Please pay our ticket](https://eastonpreferredpark.com/)." Still, in my ongoing efforts to eliminate needless stress and aggravation from my life, I just park above the first Level. The actual address of the garage is [4049 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4049+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388a86de3af559:0xc1dc8b4661fc834f!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11sgzjp4ml?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDkyNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). However, your GPS is stupid. The actual entrances to the garage are on the cross steets Brighton Rose Way and Fenlon St, not Worth Ave. Just keep this in mind once you get to the garage. **Where we'll meet** I'll post in the comments where I am. People will obviously want to explore different areas of the venue over the course of the event (and there's a lot to explore), but please just let me know (as in, come find me) once you've arrived. **Peroration** Come on out and say hi! 😄

**It's National Margarita Day!** Let's throw off our winter blahs and bask in the delight of margaritas and mexican food! We'll find a good spot...or, two to gather for drink specials, food and fiesta. [El Vaquero](https://www.vaquerorestaurant.com/menus) on Rte 161 Dublin has a huge bar area where we'll meet. Those wanting to sit down and eat dinner can grab a seat at our reserved table. Those just there for margs and chips n salsa can hang out in the bar. Their wonderful ***Happy Hour lasts til 8pm every night - Jumbo Margarita $9.99 Flavor $10.99!***

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!

Join us Saturday, 1/31 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for an evening at The Cozy at Portia’s Café. Come learn about this local, grassroots animal rights organization and our current campaigns. Whether you want to do more for animals or simply meet other activists and vegans, this is the place for you. Bring your friends — all animal lovers are welcome. Enjoy games, socializing, and meaningful connections with fellow vegans and animal advocates. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Feel free to purchase food from Portia’s if you’d like — it’s completely optional. Location: Portia’s Café 3083 Indianola Ave, Columbus, OH 43202 The Cozy is located right next door.