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🎮 Game Night is Baaaaaaaaaaack at Fun & Art! 🎲🔥 You asked, we listened… and now it’s time 😏 Get ready for an action-packed Friday night full of games, laughs, and good vibes! We’ve booked the entire place exclusively for our group — so it’s just us. No outsiders, no interruptions… just pure fun 🙌 For 4 full hours (6:00–10:00 PM), you’ll have access to: • 🎱 Pool • 🏓 Table tennis • ♟️ Chess • 🎲 A wide selection of board games • 🎮 PlayStation • 🃏 Card games • 🎯 And plenty of other fun activities and surprises throughout the night! Whether you’re competitive, chill, or just coming for the vibes, this night is all about connection, laughter, and enjoying the moment. 🗓 Friday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM 📍 Fun & Art 💰 40 SAR per person 👥 Private booking – only our group Come as you are, jump into any game you like, and let’s make it a night to remember 🥳 📍 Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TmWDNJTVoeWMmu9g9?g_st=ic 📱 Organizer (WhatsApp): 0542117853

A fun badminton event bringing Arabian people together to play, connect, and rise and shine as a community. To ensure the identity of the group and its Arab character, we would like to clarify that membership is open to holders of Arab nationalities only, and does not include non-Arab nationalities (such as Indian or Filipino), with full respect and appreciation for everyone.

Join us for an engaging session on Microsoft Excel to hear from Faraz Shaikh from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 in-person. Whether you're a beginner struggling with formulas, a professional looking to speed up daily tasks, or just curious about the hidden gems inside Excel this is your chance to ask any question and get live answers. Together, we’ll explore practical tips, real-world examples, and powerful tricks that can make Excel work smarter for you. Bring your toughest challenges, and let’s solve them live! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **✍🏻 Registration** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- This meet-up will be hosted in-person. You must RSVP for the event in order to access the meetup. Location & Meeting Room : Ithra Library, 02nd Floor, Multimedia Room No 12 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **ℹ️ About the Speaker** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Faraz Shaikh is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Certificated Supply Chain Professional, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft Certified Excel Expert, Microsoft Office Master, Microsoft Innovative Educator, and member of the Microsoft Creators. He is well known for his YouTube Channel “Faraz Shaikh - Excel Exciting” and website [ExcelExciting.com](https://www.ExcelExciting.com), where he frequently writes on his blog. Faraz was the first person to start a Microsoft Excel meetup group in Saudi Arabia with meetings in Al Jubail. He is passionate to help the community discovering exciting solutions with Microsoft applications to handle daily tasks quicker and easier. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🌐 Connect with Speaker** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/ExcelExciting/ ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ExcelExciting/)[https://www.linkedin.com/in/fshaikh7/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/fshaikh7/) Website: [https://www.ExcelExciting.com](https://www.ExcelExciting.com) YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/ExcelExciting](https://www.youtube.com/ExcelExciting) Twitter: [https://www.twitter.com/ExcelExciting](https://www.twitter.com/ExcelExciting) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExcelExciting](https://www.facebook.com/ExcelExciting) Meetup:[ https://www.meetup.com/saudi-arabia-microsoft-excel-power-platform-meetup/](https://www.meetup.com/saudi-arabia-microsoft-excel-power-platform-meetup/) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🕰️ Tentative Agenda (subject to change)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \- 04:45 pm \- 05:00 pm \- Meeting opens to attendees to begin joining \- 05:00 pm \- 05:05 pm Welcome and meeting overview \- 05:05 pm \- 06:00 pm Feature Presentation by Speaker \- 06:00 pm \- 06:30 pm Q&A \+ Meeting Wrap\-up \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **✅ Requirement** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- All members are required to bring their own laptops to the event to fully participate in the hands-on activities. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **‼️ Terms & Conditions:** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 1. To ensure a positive and productive experience for everyone, we ask that all attendees be respectful and considerate of one another. 2. Embrace diversity and encourage each other in a supportive manner and the meetup organizers will not be held accountable for any misconduct. 3. If you are unable to attend the meetup, please kindly remove your RSVP to allow others the chance to participate. 4. The organizer reserves the right to cancel the meetup, and shall be not responsible for any financial or other liability resulting from a meetup cancellation. 5. The meeting room should be left as in its initial state. Members have to make sure they take all their belongings with them at the end of the reservation. 6. The organizer is not responsible for providing additional equipment which is not already in the room. 7. Food and drinks are not allowed in the rooms. 8. Smoking is not allowed in any of the Library facilities of Ithra. 9. Everyone must adhere to the general policies of King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture - Ithra. If you need any further information, please contact the organizer. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. We look forward to a great meetup with you!

🎮 Game Night is Baaaaaaaaaaack at Fun & Art! 🎲🔥 You asked, we listened… and now it’s time 😏 Get ready for an action-packed Friday night full of games, laughs, and good vibes! We’ve booked the entire place exclusively for our group — so it’s just us. No outsiders, no interruptions… just pure fun 🙌 For 4 full hours (6:00–10:00 PM), you’ll have access to: • 🎱 Pool • 🏓 Table tennis • ♟️ Chess • 🎲 A wide selection of board games • 🎮 PlayStation • 🃏 Card games • 🎯 And plenty of other fun activities and surprises throughout the night! Whether you’re competitive, chill, or just coming for the vibes, this night is all about connection, laughter, and enjoying the moment. 🗓 Friday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM 📍 Fun & Art 💰 40 SAR per person 👥 Private booking – only our group Come as you are, jump into any game you like, and let’s make it a night to remember 🥳 📍 Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TmWDNJTVoeWMmu9g9?g_st=ic 📱 Organizer (WhatsApp): 0542117853

Everyone is welcome to join us for playing chess or to learn how to play chess. 1 Chessboard & Clock will be available, kindly bring your own chessboard if you have one. For any questions you can contact me (WhatsApp +966540277042)

A fun badminton event bringing Arabian people together to play, connect, and rise and shine as a community. To ensure the identity of the group and its Arab character, we would like to clarify that membership is open to holders of Arab nationalities only, and does not include non-Arab nationalities (such as Indian or Filipino), with full respect and appreciation for everyone.

Join us for an engaging session on Microsoft Excel to hear from Faraz Shaikh from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 in-person. Whether you're a beginner struggling with formulas, a professional looking to speed up daily tasks, or just curious about the hidden gems inside Excel this is your chance to ask any question and get live answers. Together, we’ll explore practical tips, real-world examples, and powerful tricks that can make Excel work smarter for you. Bring your toughest challenges, and let’s solve them live! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **✍🏻 Registration** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- This meet-up will be hosted in-person. You must RSVP for the event in order to access the meetup. Location & Meeting Room : Ithra Library, 02nd Floor, Multimedia Room No 12 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **ℹ️ About the Speaker** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Faraz Shaikh is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Certificated Supply Chain Professional, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft Certified Excel Expert, Microsoft Office Master, Microsoft Innovative Educator, and member of the Microsoft Creators. He is well known for his YouTube Channel “Faraz Shaikh - Excel Exciting” and website [ExcelExciting.com](https://www.ExcelExciting.com), where he frequently writes on his blog. Faraz was the first person to start a Microsoft Excel meetup group in Saudi Arabia with meetings in Al Jubail. He is passionate to help the community discovering exciting solutions with Microsoft applications to handle daily tasks quicker and easier. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🌐 Connect with Speaker** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/ExcelExciting/ ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ExcelExciting/)[https://www.linkedin.com/in/fshaikh7/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/fshaikh7/) Website: [https://www.ExcelExciting.com](https://www.ExcelExciting.com) YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/ExcelExciting](https://www.youtube.com/ExcelExciting) Twitter: [https://www.twitter.com/ExcelExciting](https://www.twitter.com/ExcelExciting) Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExcelExciting](https://www.facebook.com/ExcelExciting) Meetup:[ https://www.meetup.com/saudi-arabia-microsoft-excel-power-platform-meetup/](https://www.meetup.com/saudi-arabia-microsoft-excel-power-platform-meetup/) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🕰️ Tentative Agenda (subject to change)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \- 04:45 pm \- 05:00 pm \- Meeting opens to attendees to begin joining \- 05:00 pm \- 05:05 pm Welcome and meeting overview \- 05:05 pm \- 06:00 pm Feature Presentation by Speaker \- 06:00 pm \- 06:30 pm Q&A \+ Meeting Wrap\-up \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **✅ Requirement** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- All members are required to bring their own laptops to the event to fully participate in the hands-on activities. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **‼️ Terms & Conditions:** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 1. To ensure a positive and productive experience for everyone, we ask that all attendees be respectful and considerate of one another. 2. Embrace diversity and encourage each other in a supportive manner and the meetup organizers will not be held accountable for any misconduct. 3. If you are unable to attend the meetup, please kindly remove your RSVP to allow others the chance to participate. 4. The organizer reserves the right to cancel the meetup, and shall be not responsible for any financial or other liability resulting from a meetup cancellation. 5. The meeting room should be left as in its initial state. Members have to make sure they take all their belongings with them at the end of the reservation. 6. The organizer is not responsible for providing additional equipment which is not already in the room. 7. Food and drinks are not allowed in the rooms. 8. Smoking is not allowed in any of the Library facilities of Ithra. 9. Everyone must adhere to the general policies of King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture - Ithra. If you need any further information, please contact the organizer. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. We look forward to a great meetup with you!

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!

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Kittie's Worthington](https://kittiescakes.com/)!

Columbus Super Foodies **we love food, drinks, and hangout time, right**? 🍔🔥🍻 Let’s join Central Ohio Friends and Columbus Social Connection for their first **BYOB** **Cookout** & **Bonfire** **Party of 2026** this Saturday, May 9th at Shadybowl Speedway. Free camping. Sleep or sober up in your car! Do not drink and drive under the influence! **You can arrive anytime,** but this is definitely a full-day, full-night **experience** if you want to enjoy it all. **2:30 PM — Adult Field Day** Field-day-inspired games like tug of war, dodgeball, and other fun challenges. No athletic experience needed, and there is no pressure to participate. **4:30 PM — Cookout** There will be a communal grill available, plus plug-ins for crockpots, Instant Pots, roasters, etc. Please **bring something to share** and use the **signup link** so everyone can see what’s being brought. **sign up link** https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA92EA2FAC70-63781787-saturday **Around 7:30–8:00 PM** — Stock Car Racing We’ll head into the track to watch some wild, action-packed racing. If you’ve never been to a race, or think racing isn’t your thing — come for the beer, stay for the wrecks. 🤣 **Shadybowl is BYOB.** No glass. Cash only. **Race admission is $15 cash only.** After the races, **around 11:30 PM,** we’ll kick off the bonfire party with **music**, **cornhole**, and stargazing. You can even **sing karaoke** if you want. Bring: * **A chair** * **BYOB**, no glass * Cash for race admission * S**omething to share** for the cookout please **use sign up link** https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA92EA2FAC70-63781787-saturday **I would bring pants, hoody or jacket, and a case or gallon of water for yourself** If you find value in these events, please consider making a contribution using the contribution link in the comments. Stop scrolling. Start doing stuff. 🔥

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!

Ready for a night of music, laughter, and fun? Join us at Thunderwing Brewery for Music Bingo — a lively twist on classic bingo where songs replace numbers and good vibes are guaranteed! RSVP to secure your spot. Text Renee (614-257-9389). (Headcount needed to make sure staffing can accommodate the group) Arrive early to get a seat - **bring a camping chair for extra seating.** Often the brewery has food trucks or you can bring in your own food. Bonus - You can bring your dog!

**Nurses**: Finally, it's Nurses' Appreciation Week and in honor of all of our fine members in the Nursing/Medical professions it is Nurses' Night at the Hilliard Wine Club. Everyone loves Nurses so please come if you are one and join us in celebrating them if you're not one. (Please keep your medical questions to a minimum. You may not get the best health advice after a couple glasses of wine.) **On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*