Speeches

# 🇪🇸 **VIVETHINK PARTY LANGUAGE EXCHANGE – INTERCAMBIO DE IDIOMAS** ¡Bienvenidos a la experiencia Vivethink, el evento que está revolucionando Santiago! **DE 7:00 PM A 10:00 PM:** Vivethink Language Exchange **DE 10:00 PM A 3:00 AM:** Vivethink Party Si estás aprendiendo inglés, portugués o francés y no tienes con quién practicar, este es tu lugar. Si quieres bailar, divertirte, conocer gente de todo el mundo y conectar mientras mejoras tu inglés, este es **EL** lugar. Vivethink cuenta con karaoke, juegos de mesa, ping pong, mesa de pool, mini soccer, bar, restaurant, arcade **+ FIESTA de 10:00 PM a 3:00 AM**, profesores de inglés y español, y dos ambientes: ✨ Zona de fiesta para soltar toda la energía. 🤫 Zona tranquila para conversar sin ruido. **¿Quién puede venir?** Cualquiera que quiera practicar, mejorar o empezar desde cero. Aquí tu nivel no importa: tendrás actividades para romper el hielo, apoyo de profes y un ambiente épico para conocer gente nueva y pasarlo increíble. **¿Dónde lo hacemos?** En un espacio privado, **NO en bares**. Nada de ruido insoportable, nada de obligación a consumir del menú. Aquí vienes a conversar, conectar y disfrutar. Tu entrada incluye **una bebida (con o sin alcohol, +18)**, un snack o un regalo misterioso. **¿Puedes venir solo?** ¡Obvio! La mayoría viene sola. En pocos minutos ya haces amigos de todo el mundo, esa es la experiencia Vivethink. Aun así, si vienes con amigos, ¡mucho mejor! 🙂 **Y cuando termina el intercambio…** 🔥 **¡COMIENZA LA FIESTA!** **DE 10:00 PM A 3:00 AM (entrada adicional)** Sí, todos los participantes de Vivethink nos quedamos a bailar y a pasarla bien. +18. ¡Hasta el amanecer! Te esperamos. No te lo pierdas. *** 🇺🇸 **VIVETHINK PARTY LANGUAGE EXCHANGE** Welcome to the Vivethink experience, the event that’s revolutionizing Santiago! **FROM 7:00 PM TO 10:00 PM:** Language Exchange **FROM 10:00 PM TO 3:00 AM:** Vivethink Party If you’re learning English, Portuguese, or French and don’t have anyone to practice with, this is the place for you. If you want to dance, have fun, meet people from all over the world, and connect while improving your English, this is **THE** place. Vivethink features karaoke, board games, ping pong, pool table, mini soccer, bar, restaurant, arcade **+ a PARTY from 10:00 PM to 3:00 AM**, English and Spanish teachers, and two different areas: ✨ Party zone to release all your energy. 🤫 Quiet zone to talk without noise. **Who can join?** Anyone who wants to practice, improve, or start from scratch. Your level doesn’t matter here: you’ll find icebreaker activities, teacher support, and an epic atmosphere to meet new people and have an amazing time. **Where is it?** In a private venue, **NOT in bars**. No unbearable noise, no pressure to buy from the menu. You come here to talk, connect, and enjoy. Your ticket includes **one drink (with or without alcohol, 18+)**, a snack, or a mystery gift. **Can you come alone?** Of course! Most people come alone. Within minutes, you’ll be making friends from all over the world—that’s the Vivethink experience. Still, if you come with friends, even better 🙂 **And when the exchange ends…** 🔥 **THE PARTY BEGINS!** **FROM 10:00 PM TO 3:00 AM (additional ticket required)** Yes, all Vivethink participants stay to dance and have fun. 18+. Until sunrise! We’re waiting for you. Don’t miss it.

Where: Meet inside of Juan Pablo II park on the steps in front of Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario Church. Donde: dentro del Parque Juan Pablo II en las escaleras al frente de la Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario. What to bring: Water. Gloves are optional (we will do exercises on the grass, stairs, etc.) Que traer; Agua. Guantes son opcionales (haremos ejercicios varios en el pasto, escaleras, etc.)

**Start the new year with a Braver Angels gathering focused on speaking openly and listening deeply.** **In small, structured groups, each person will have five minutes to share a political or social issue that matters to them and why- no debate, no interruption, just genuine curiosity.** **Participants will practice curiosity, reflecting back values and emotions they hear, asking thoughtful questions, and- only with permission- offering their perspective.** **It’s a simple and powerful way to connect with one another and begin the year with a respectful and courageous conversation.** **Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026** **Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm** **Place: Columbus Metropolitan Library, Southeast Branch, 3980 Hamilton Rd, Groveport, Ohio** **All are welcome- bring a friend!** For additional information contact: Lee Evans at [LEvans@BraverAngels.org](mailto:LEvans@BraverAngels.org)

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

Our January program is privileged to have Kristen Tregar as our speaker. Ms. Tregar is the co-author with John de Lancie (the actor who portrayed the character Q on Star Trek next generation) of a radio play depicting the events surrounding the Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District trial. The trial decided the issue of some of the Dover school district board members attempting to insert creationism disguised as "intelligent design" into the 9th grade biology curriculum. She will discuss the trial and the process of writing the play. (Bob Leonhard has seen the play and it is riveting and tense). Ms. Tregar's bio is below: Kristen Tregar is a dramaturg, director, playwright, and theatre teacher. She earned her Ph.D. in Drama and Theatre from the UC San Diego and UC Irvine joint program. In addition, she has a MS in Forensic Science from City University of New York- John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a MA in Educational Theatre from New York University- Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. In 2013, in collaboration with Irish colleagues, she founded *The Ireland Project*, an intercontinental devised theatre work with high school students in New York and Tallaght, Ireland. Her original short story "Far From Here" was recently published in *Stay Awhile Longer: More Scenes From Temecula Valley*. She has two rescued dogs (Kira and Harry) and she rides, competes, and foxhunts with her horses, Andromache and Baker Street Irregular. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

[The Board Walks](www.theboardwalks.com) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** **and join us for a 5-mile walk** (10,000+ steps!). **What to expect:** We walk as a group and dive into topics that go beyond small talk. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **Come prepared:** We ask that you bring a thoughtful topic with you. At the start of the walk, everyone shares their topic with the group, and these become the launching points for conversations throughout our 5 miles together. Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. Be a good egg and bring a topic that'd make people go "Oooh, interesting." **Important notes:** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). We want everyone to have a great experience, and this format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. **FAQs:** * We have multiple first-timers on each walk! We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are very welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **Logistics:** * **Arrive on time.** If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we kindly suggest that you skip the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and one of our goals is to create a "phone-free" space — which means everyone (including the host!) will be fully present. We can't answer messages during the event. * **Read our [Ground Rules](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules)**. Our host gives an overview of what to expect at the beginning of the walk. * **Share the magic**. If you enjoy the event, send **[this](www.theboardwalks.com)** to a friend. We're currently in 7 cities with more on the way (Austin, SF, NYC, Denver, Columbus, Boone, London). 🤠👋 **If you want to go deeper...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. * We're currently building our waitlist. Apply [here.](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board)

The topic for January is "Chemistry" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 7:00 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Join us for lunch at True Food Kitchen in Easton as we celebrate the New Year and our friendships!