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🔗🔔 The best event to meet **new international friends** with our unique social game: **“Speed Friendship with Bell”** wow! Fantastic **seaside location** and the best vibes, pure magic! 🌊⭐ 🌊 Amazing seaside venue, ⚡ 100+ international people, 🍹 Happy Hour, 🤩 happy, cool, fun & welcoming vibes! ✌🏻 You’ll love it! 💛 ⭐ HOW DOES IT WORK? Come alone or with your friends! 👉🏻 Once you arrive, our team will present you to new people and form new international groups! 🔗🔔 Then later on we will play the social game: “Speed Friendship with Bell” wow! When we ring the bell, change groups! 🌎 WHO PARTICIPATES? The international community of Malta 🇲🇹 : Expats, English Students, Erasmus, Interns, Digital Nomads, Maltese people, Tourists & Couchsurfers. 💪🏻 All nationalities, age groups, and different levels of English. Everyone is welcome! EVENT DETAILS: 🕰️ WHEN: Every Thursday, from 19:30 onwards. The earlier the better, but you can come later. 📍 WHERE: We meet at Surfside (Sliema). Downstairs to the lido (beach level). 🎟️ ENTRANCE: only €6 including a free welcome drink (Beer, Wine, Sangria, soft drink). Plus special offers for our community: 👇🏻 🍹 Happy Hour (buy 1 get 2) on all Cocktails from 21:00 to 23:00! WOW! ➡️ GETTING A SPOT: no need for a reservation. Just come to the door! MORE INFO: 🤩ABOUT US: English Café Malta organizes the most popular international meetups in Malta since 2014! Website: [https://englishcafemalta.com](https://englishcafemalta.com/?fbclid=IwAR3Hpg-VZdetP1Hm7MNhtZeENK4lzjzgiH1l1UBlT3aWVNwalIJ7Vq3swJk) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/EnglishCafeMalta](https://www.facebook.com/EnglishCafeMalta?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZWTaBeY3GQlixK8YNnSjY4H4kMwA5h9wWKZcFD9eQ99cQPE3n7tLdNQG5JxsbeSKbZO6YZNnGj4yGnhj83Fmz500XwmV5LYyV5C5Kr5x7Tc5oDAf6bE0bRuatI0BCfR2Fc&__tn__=q) Instagram: [https://bit.ly/2VNkzWS](https://bit.ly/2VNkzWS?fbclid=IwAR0Sen3qKpMXUUmef8y5w7kizFA8e-SrtVpED63TT321kGJfTS1nS3KjoUM)

Whats a better way to celebrate Christmas in stylee but to loose yourself in the rhythm of sensual Bachata. No experience? No problem! Just bring your energy, your smile, and maybe a friend to dance with (or meet one there ©). Afterwards, we will be hanging out and grabbing a meal. So come, enjoy the music, and good vibes - the perfect way to ease into the evening.

💃🎉 Meet, play & party on a vibrant rooftop with people from all over the world at our Social Fiesta! Start the night with fun games and connections, then let the Latin rhythms take over as the evening turns into a lively party with dancing under the stars! 🌟 It’s the perfect mix of playful activities and party energy — and the best way to meet new international people! 🌍🎉 ✨ What can you expect? -🌞 A warm, social & welcoming vibe to ease into the night -🎲 Fun games & challenges like beer pong tournaments, darts & more — perfect for breaking the ice early on! -💃 As the night builds, Latin & Reggaeton rhythms take over and the party begins -🍻 Drinks, laughter & unforgettable moments all around Whether you come solo or with friends, this is your go-to Friday to connect, play & party with Malta’s international crowd! 🎊🍸 🌟 Expect the unexpected… and bring your best energy! 🚀 EVENT DETAILS: 🌇 THE VENUE: An incredible rooftop in Paceville with stunning views, great music, 100+ international people, delicious drinks, and a happy, fun, and welcoming atmosphere! 🌎 WHO JOINS? Malta’s international community: Expats, English Students, Erasmus, Interns, Digital Nomads, Maltese people, Tourists & Couchsurfers. All nationalities and age groups are welcome! 💪🏻 🕰️ WHEN: Every Friday. From 21:00. 📍 WHERE: Marco Polo Hostel – Rooftop! In St. Julian’s. 🎟️ ENTRANCE: only €6, including one welcome shot! 🥃 ➡️ GETTING A SPOT: no need for reservation. Just come at the door! 🤩 The most popular and vibrant international community of the island is waiting for you! 🎉

🧭🗺 Explore Malta's most iconic places, socialize with an international crowd, and collect amazing memories of this magical island! 📸✨ Our adventure begins with a ride on our private bus 🚌, leading us to the majestic Blue Grotto panorama point. Here, you'll gaze upon the stunning cave, which bears a resemblance to a turtle 🐢, from the best vantage point imaginable. Next, we embark on a short hike 🥾, soaking in the breathtaking views en route to the picturesque Xutu Tower. The journey continues as we board small boats 🚣‍♀ for a unique tour into the mesmerizing blue waters 💦 of the Blue Grotto. Marvel at the majestic caves, where sunlight dances through the sea, casting a kaleidoscope of light and shadow. Afterwards, enjoy some leisure time; by default, we'll gather around the iconic Xutu Tower for a friendly picnic 🧺. Alternatively, you can savor the local cuisine at a nearby restaurant 🍽. You'll also have the option to take a refreshing swim 🏊 in the beautiful Blue Grotto canal or explore the charming Blue Grotto village and its tourist shops 🛍. 🙋🏼 IS IT FOR ME? This trail is relatively easy, so if you have a decent level of stamina, this experience is perfect for you! Whether you come with friends or solo, expect a warm welcome in our international community! 👥 WHO PARTICIPATES? Our exploring series attracts a diverse group, including expats, English students, Erasmus participants, interns, volunteers, digital nomads, Maltese locals, and tourists. All nationalities and age groups are welcome – everyone can join in on the fun! 🕰 WHEN: This event will occur every 2 weeks on Saturdays. Meeting time is at 10:45. Departure at 11:00. Expected return time is at around 16:00. 📍 WHERE: We meet at the entrance of McDonald’s in Sliema.. The return is at the same place of the departure. 🎟 RESERVATION: limited spots, you need to buy an online ticket for participating in our Exploring Series! Visit: [https://englishcafemalta.com/](https://englishcafemalta.com/) MORE INFO: 😍 The most popular and vibrant international community of the island is waiting for you! 🎉 Make sure to check out our other daily events! ✨ 🌐 Website: https://englishcafemalta.com 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnglishCafeMalta 📷Instagram: https://bit.ly/2VNkzWS

🌊👣 **Discover Malta's nature,** its hidden gems and the charming Mediterranean landscapes! On top you will **keep fit & healthy** and meet new international friends along the way! 🤩🌴 🤩👣 Every Sunday, we'll take you to incredible new destinations with our hikes (see our website at englishcafemalta.com for the specific weekly destinations)! It's the easiest, most affordable, friendliest, and most enjoyable way to discover Malta and spend your Sunday! Nature, friends, sunshine, and good health – what more could you ask for? 🙋🏼 IS IT FOR ME? Our hikes require a reasonable level of physical fitness—they are not a simple stroll or a walk in the park, and you should be comfortable walking for a few hours, occasionally on uneven terrain. If you have the stamina for an active adventure, it’s perfect for you! Whether you come with friends or on your own, you'll discover a welcoming international environment waiting for you! 👥 WHO PARTICIPATES? Our hikes attract a diverse group, including expats, English students, Erasmus participants, interns, volunteers, digital nomads, Maltese locals, tourists, and Couchsurfers. All nationalities and age groups are welcome – everyone can join in on the fun! EVENT DETAILS 🕰️ WHEN: Every Sunday (weather permitting), Meeting time is at 10:45 AM. Departure at 11:00 AM. The return is at around 16:30. 📍 WHERE: We meet at the entrance of McDonald’s in Sliema.. The return is at the same place of the departure. 🍻OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: After the event, we usually head out with the group for drinks/food. It’s the perfect way to relax, unwind, and reward ourselves after the hike. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to deepen connections in a more comfortable setting! 💳 OFFER & PRICE: private transportation, logistics, leader, supporting team are provided at the launching price of 12.5€ per person for online early bird tickets. 🎟️ RESERVATION: limited spots, you need to buy an online ticket for participating in our excursions! Visit [https://englishcafemalta.com/](https://englishcafemalta.com/) 🤩 The most popular and vibrant international community of the island is waiting for you! 🎉

💃🎵 Saturday is **party time**! Meet & dance on an amazing **rooftop** with people from around the world! A **safe environment** with a great atmosphere! 🌎🚀 🌇 An incredible rooftop in Paceville with amazing views, 🎵 nice music, 🤩 100+ international people, 🍹 refreshing drinks, ✌🏻 happy, cool, fun & welcoming vibes! You’ll love it! ✨ 🌎 WHO PARTICIPATES? The international community of Malta 🇲🇹: English Students, Erasmus, Interns, Expats, Digital Nomads, Maltese people, Tourists & Couchsurfers. Everyone is welcome! EVENT DETAILS: ⏱ WHEN: Every Saturday, from 21:00. 📍 WHERE: Marco Polo Hostel – Rooftop! 🥂 ENTRANCE: only 6€ all night including a free welcome shot! 🥃 ➡️GETTING A SPOT: we do not take reservation. Just come at the door. Limited spots, don’t come too late: when the limit is reached, entrance will be denied.

🧭🗺 Explore Malta's most iconic places, socialize with an international crowd, and collect amazing memories of this magical island! 📸✨ GENERAL INFO Our adventure begins with a journey on our private bus 🚌, followed by a scenic boat ride 🚤 to Comino and its caves. Upon arrival, we'll embark on a fascinating short hike 🥾 across the island, leading you to the magnificent Blue Lagoon 🌊. Here, you'll have the opportunity to dive into the crystal-clear Mediterranean waters 💦, relax, enjoy, and form new friendships in this idyllic paradise 🌴 🙋🏼 IS IT FOR ME? This trail is relatively easy, so if you have a decent level of stamina, this experience is perfect for you! Whether you come with friends or solo, expect a warm welcome in our international community! 👥 WHO PARTICIPATES? Our exploring series attracts a diverse group, including expats, English students, Erasmus participants, interns, volunteers, digital nomads, Maltese locals, and tourists. All nationalities and age groups are welcome – everyone can join in on the fun! WHEN & WHERE? 🕰 WHEN: This event will occur every 2 weeks on Saturdays. Meeting time is at 9:45 AM with the event officially starting at 10:00 AM. Expected return time is around 5:00 PM. 📍 WHERE: We meet at the entrance of McDonald’s in Sliema.. The return is at the same place of the departure. 👟 BRING & WEAR: water, a meal (like a sandwich or panini), good walking shoes (not flip-flops!), a hat, sunscreen, a towel, a jacket (if it's windy or cold), and your swimming suit (if you plan on swimming). At the location, food trucks are generally available, but we recommend bringing your own lunch. 💳 OFFER & PRICE: private transportation, boat rides, logistics and guide are provided at the launching price of 20€ per person for online early bird tickets. 🎟 RESERVATION: limited spots, you need to buy an online ticket for participating in our Exploring Series! Visit: [https://englishcafemalta.com/](https://englishcafemalta.com/) ❓ FAQ: can I come on the spot and pay cash? You may, but we do not recommend it. Price is €30 and you take the risk of not finding a spot. **MORE INFO:** 😍 The most popular and vibrant international community of the island is waiting for you! 🎉Make sure to check out our other daily events! ✨ 🌐 Website: https://englishcafemalta.com 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnglishCafeMalta 📷Instagram: https://bit.ly/2VNkzWS

Whats a better way to celebrate Christmas in stylee but to loose yourself in the rhythm of sensual Bachata. No experience? No problem! Just bring your energy, your smile, and maybe a friend to dance with (or meet one there ©). Afterwards, we will be hanging out and grabbing a meal. So come, enjoy the music, and good vibes - the perfect way to ease into the evening.

 A Very Improvised Christmas Show — Two Black Cats Improv present a Christmas inspired long-form improv night! Get ready for a cosy, chaotic, very improvised evening of comedy at the Studio Theatre (in the Manoel Theatre complex). We’re kicking off with a handful of short-form games to warm you up, then diving into a Christmas-inspired long-form set — a full, connected, made-on-the-spot story built from your suggestions. Expect weird turns, honest laughs, and totally unique theatre that exists for one night only.  Sunday 28th December  Show starts 6:30 PM — finished by 8:30 PM  Studio Theatre \| 81 Old Mint Street  Pay-what-you-can — we’ll be collecting a cash donation during the show, so please bring your wallet! What to expect: \* Short, fast games to get everyone buzzing. \* A long-form improv piece in the second half — no script, all instincts. \* A warm, friendly room — great for improv fans, theatre lovers, and anyone who enjoys being surprised. \* Running time is tight — we start at 6:30 sharp, so please arrive early for a good seat. Bring your friends, bring your best suggestions when the host asks (we love a good prompt), and bring a little cash to support the troupe. This is intimate, live theatre — and you’ll be able to support this budding improv troupe.  See you there — let’s make something out of nothing. — Two Black Cats  (Questions, accessibility needs or want to perform in a future improv night? Email twoblackcatscomedy@gmail.com

Happy Holidays!! Join us for a warm and welcoming Vegan Christmas Potluck! All holidays are welcome, not everyone celebrates Christmas. This is a great chance to meet other vegans, make new friends, and share delicious plant-based food with people who share the same values. Holiday attire is encouraged! 🤩Best holiday fit wins a small prize!!🏆 📅 Date: Thursday 12/25/25 ⏰ Time: 12pm - 3pm 📍 Location: It’s All Natural! Temple Store Bring a vegan dish to share and post in the comments of this event what you’re bringing so we can avoid duplicates. Doors open at 12pm to begin setting up, but we aim to start the feast between 12:30pm and 1pm. Come hungry, come friendly, and come ready to connect. Card games will be available too! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ‼️ REMINDER ‼️ If you arrive to the temple early, please do not ring the doorbell or knock before 12pm. Some people may be in prayer and we do not want to disturb them. Simply wait in your car. Thank you for understanding and being considerate of this! 😊

If you’ve never been out with us, or it’s been a while… this is the event to jump in. Most people come solo and leave with new friends. Bowling on New Year’s Eve is **nearly impossible to book** — and we locked down 8 lanes. That alone makes this a rare one. we are definitely not a pro bowlers (**I’m actually pretty bad** 😅), but bowling is way better when pizza and beer are involved 🍕🍺 This event is posted on meetup with Central Ohio Friends **Please RSVP with ONE group only** 🎳 • $15 per person • 2 hours of unlimited bowling • Up to 6 people per lane • **Bring $15 exact cash** (helps us move fast) ⏰ THE PLAN 🕢 **7:45 PM** – Show up, grab a drink, and settle in 🕘 **9:00 PM – Bowling starts** 🕚 **11:00 PM** – Head to Level One Bar & Arcade / **The Derby (Worthington)** to **watch the ball drop** and finish the night 🎉 Please **arrive early (around 8:00 PM)** so we can get checked in and start on time. If you’re new, nervous, or haven’t been out with us before — you won’t be the only one. If you need help finding the group or have questions, feel free to reach out. 📍 LOCATION Sequoia Pro Bowl 5501 Sandalwood Blvd Columbus, OH 43229 ⚠️ GPS heads-up: The entrance can be tricky. Look for the large parking lot near the volleyball courts — that’s the closest entrance. 🍻 PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY 👉 RSVP now and don’t miss one of our most fun nights of the year.

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!

*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! 😄

Yes, the [Chocolate Café](https://www.chocolatecafecolumbus.com/menu-1?menu=signature-desserts) serves chocolate fondue *(Chocolate Fondue Day is Feb 5th)*! No one does chocolate fondue like they do. It's rich, creamy, and served with an array of fresh fruit and other dipping items. They encourage making it a party! A perfect winter warmup to share with friends! **Chocolate Fondue Kit:** Served with dippers, including marshmallows, Rice Krispie treats, graham crackers, pound cake, strawberries, and pretzels. **COST**: Bring ***$5.00 cash*** to cover your portion of our delightful dessert bar. **EARLY ARRIVALS**: Go ahead and order dinner (before dessert). I love their toasted sandwiches and their soups. **PARKING**: In our parking lot, on the street (but not between 4-6 pm) or behind the Buckeye State Building. [Chocolate Cafe](https://www.chocolatecafecolumbus.com/): A fully stocked amount of *chocolate candies* including truffles, chocolate covered pretzels and chocolate and caramel turtles. We have menu options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Join us for brunch or a late night meal. Soups, salads & sandwiches served daily. Check out our [menu](https://www.chocolatecafecolumbus.com/_files/ugd/7ea733_0ebab62dcfc0435aa189b6d1a3c3ec82.pdf) for more information. We also offer wine, martinis and cocktails! Enjoy a *famous chocolate martini* or hand crafted cocktail, too!