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**Discover the Best Comedy in Barcelona at BaseMint Comedy!** Enjoy a night of laughter with top local and visiting comedians every Sunday at the iconic Mint Bar—Barcelona’s coziest basement venue, located downtown. Curated and hosted by **[HECTOR AYALA](https://www.instagram.com/hectorayalacomedy/?hl=en),** one of the powerhouses of the European Comedy Scene! Still curious about the show? Watch our captivating **[PROMOTIONAL VIDEO](https://www.instagram.com/p/CoaZGOaIKdJ/)** sneak peek into the world of Basemint Comedy. * **Doors open: 8:00 PM \| Show starts: 8:30 PM** * **Duration: \~90 min + break** * **Location: Mint Bar, Passeig d'Isabel II, 4, Barcelona (Metro: Jaume I or Barceloneta [L4])** * **Recommended: Ages 18+** * **The show is entirely held in English** What a better way to wrap up the weekend than in one of **Barcelona's Best Stand Up Comedy Shows?** **Get your tickets before they sell out!** Follow us on **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/BaseMINTcomedyBCN) or [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/basemintcomedybcn/)!** Don’t miss on Barcelona’s funniest night out! **\*\*THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT, PAY AT THE DOOR\*\***

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📲💬 Join our Whatsapp group: General group https://chat.whatsapp.com/FtkSN3dplq5836mk6sQtUZ?mode=wwt Girls only https://chat.whatsapp.com/FZUuK5JKV7oBWqjksiRRKB?mode=wwt JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR FREE PARTY INFO https://chat.whatsapp.com/L7CsDxU9Fel96XJrXYa1DH Are you ready for Sunday night? **Today we meet at 22:30 at Red garter** **(Pg. de Colom, 23, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona)** It's time to meet new people, practice languages, and have a blast! It's close to Barceloneta and has Nice Vibes, Good Food, and Great Drink for your night. At our meetup, you'll have the opportunity to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, all eager to make new friends. Whether you're a language enthusiast or simply looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for you. Participate in our language exchange sessions, where you can practice different languages with native speakers and language learners alike. It's a fantastic way to improve your language skills while making meaningful connections. **After the language exchange, get ready to party! we go all together to the night club.we have free entrance ONLY with our group** We'll have lively music, delicious drinks, and a vibrant atmosphere to keep the energy high. Dance, laugh, and enjoy the company of fellow attendees. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your social circle and have an unforgettable night. Mark your calendar for our Thursday Meetup - Make a new Friends (language exchange & Party) ¿Estás listo para el domingo por la noche? Hoy nos encontramos a las 22:30 en Red Garter (Pg. de Colom, 23, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona) ¡Es hora de conocer gente nueva, practicar idiomas y pasarlo genial! Está cerca de la Barceloneta y tiene buen rollo, buena comida y excelente bebida para tu noche. Luego nos vamos todos juntos al club. Tenemos entrada gratuita SÓLO con nuestro grupo

**[Únete a nuestro grupo de whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cp2jyUS8Z9a0AsWJ1kbV0f)** ¿Quieres sentirte más conectado contigo mismo y con los demás? En este encuentro presencial exploraremos cómo fortalecer tus vínculos, disfrutar de relaciones auténticas y cultivar la sensación de compañía y bienestar. A través de dinámicas vivenciales, charlas guiadas y ejercicios prácticos, descubrirás: · Cómo disfrutar de tu propia compañía y sentirte pleno. · Estrategias para generar conexiones genuinas con personas que te entienden. · Herramientas para crear relaciones que nutran y alegren tu día a día. **Joan Rubio — Experto en Ciencias del Comportamiento** “Tras años analizando psicólogos en el Instituto Superior de Estudios Psicológicos, ahora creo espacios donde las personas se ven y se conectan de verdad." **Coste:** 5€ para gastos de organización. Te esperamos! :)

This is a casual Sunday session for any level whether you're a daily blitzer or just getting started you'll find a friendly game and support. Just bring yourself and a chess set if you have one, if not no worries we'll make sure you get some games. To get the latest updates about where the meetup will be (depending on the weather) check for comments on the event here in meetup.com. ======== WINTER AND BAD WEATHER DAYS ======== Winter season 25/26 starts October 26th • 16:00-19:00 Mehman Khana, plaza del Regomir, 1, 08002 Barcelona (el Barrio Gótico) https://maps.app.goo.gl/14ZaQWr55kc7FBqj6?g_st=com.google.maps.preview ======== SPRING/SUMMER/AUTUMN ======== Summer season 26/27 starts April 5th 2026 • 17:00-20:30 - Parc de la Ciutadella, Park Infantil https://bit.ly/3iEeo0w • 17:00-17:10 - We'll wait for new members at the park gates closest to Arc de Triomf https://bit.ly/3z4nyt2

*[Debajo en español] Follow us:* [📸 ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnfriendslang/)**[@bcnfriendslang](https://www.instagram.com/bcnfriendslang/)** Hi everybody! This Sunday Speed-Dating for singles from 25 to 60 years old living or staying part of their time in Barcelona or near! Come to our express dating event! This activity is open to all nationalities. You will have option to talk one-to-one to different people. 🌟 Weekly Singles Evening in Barcelona. Meet real people, have a drink, enjoy 7 mini-dates at least, and discover real chemistry 🔥 ✅ Confirmed every Sunday ✅ Spots limited to keep balance ✅ Last week: **5 mutual matches!** Join us and make Sunday your favorite day 😄💘 Reserve your spot now, payment secures your seat. **The event costs 13€ for girls and for guys 13€. It's necessary to pay it beforehand.** You can pay cash at the door but texting us first for 15€. **IMPORTANT: Due to last-minute cancellation we have a few spots for girls younger than 45 at 5€!** **Early bird for guys older than 45 at 5€!** **You have to pay beforehand using one of the following links: payPal.me/OFedorova154 or revolut.me/oleksandraf96 or Bizum. DM to ask for the number to Bizum.** It is important when you pay to add on the description or notes field your nickname and or name on Meetup so we can identify you easily. **It is essential to** **[Fill in the following information on this form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcOwYoM6dT74S_al4mj2K0MMiXICDKJo8B-VbetTCgls9dfg/viewform?usp=dialog)**. Only once you pay you will have your seat for the event. If you just get enrolled on Meetup, you do not have your spot. **It is mandatory to order at least one drink per person.** A beer costs between 3 and 5 euros. **Casual dress is required: no flip flops, beach shorts or gym gear please.** **STARTING TIME: Girls at 19.45h. Guys at 20.00h** **How does the event work?** * **Welcome** → Guests arrive and register. Hosts welcome you. You will receive a sticker to write your name and stick it on your chest. This will help to remember all names. You will also have a pen and a sheet of paper just exclusively for you where you need to write the names of all the dates you will have and comments just for yourself. At the end of the event it is important that you scan the first QR CODE on your sheet and there will have to fill in your contact information: name, phone number, instagram, mail... and the name of the three people you like the most (It is a good idea to write all the names in the sheet as long as we are having the dates, and at the end just crossed out all except for the 3 we like the most). In the form we will also appreciate your feedback either good or negative to improve the event. You can grab a drink, nip the loo and relax in the indicated area. We ask the girls to come 15 minutes earlier than guys to start sitting them. In general we organise two groups divided by age range, but it depends on the number of participants. During the rounds a waiter/waitress will come just in case you need a refill! * **Rounds Begin** → Each participant has a mini-date (7 minutes) with another person. * **Rotation** → At the signal (host announcement or gong), the guys move to the next partner. The rotation is always counterclockwise direction so you need to move to your left side. Boys will be stand up 30 seconds to take notes and girls will remain sitting in same position. * **Half-break** → There is no half-break but if you want to pause, just ask the host if you can skip a round of 7 minutes so you can order drinks or food, go to the can or just relax at the garden. * **End of Rounds** → At the end we usually gather at the garden to have a drink. Like this you still have time to talk to people and make your decision. * **Fill the sheet** → Participants indicate who they’d like to see again. Maximum 3 names. It is important to scan the first QR code in your sheet to fill the form. We could increase the number of names voted but here we are **looking for the real sparkle. You can vote until monday at 18h!** * **Results** → **On tuesday in the morning**, the organizer shares mutual matches privately after the event by Meetup message. If you get a match, you will receive your match's contact information. In order to create a good atmosphere it's very important that in your profile you have a clear picture of you. If you do not have a picture of yourself, you will be kindly moved to waiting list. Even if you see waiting list try to get enrolled as I Will be accepting to keep a balance men/women. It helps to create a better ambience. **If you get enrolled and pay and in the end you can not make it, please inform us before the last 48 hours of the event. Otherwise you won't either be given the refund or scheduled for another day.** You are expected to respect and behave properly. Be polite with everyone. Otherwise the organization may decide to expel you from the event and prevent you from participating any other days. If everyone detects a suspicious behaviour, please inform immediately any of the hosts. For people older than 24! By getting enrolled to the event you accept to appear in pictures than could be published. If you don't feel like it, contact me. \-\-\- ¡Hola a todos! Este domingo tenemos **Speed-Dating** para solteros de **25 a 60 años** que vivan en Barcelona o estén pasando parte de su tiempo aquí o cerca. ¡Ven a nuestro evento de citas express! La actividad está abierta a todas las nacionalidades. Tendrás la oportunidad de hablar **uno a uno** con diferentes personas. 🌟 **Velada semanal para solteros en Barcelona.** Conoce gente real, toma algo, disfruta de **al menos 7 mini-citas** y descubre si surge la química 🔥 ✅ Confirmado cada domingo ✅ Plazas limitadas para mantener el ratio chicas-chicos ✅ ¡La semana pasada: 5 matches mutuos! Únete y haz del domingo tu día favorito 😄💘 Reserva tu plaza ahora; el pago asegura tu asiento. El evento cuesta **13€ para chicas y 13€ para chicos**. Es necesario **pagar por adelantado**. Puedes pagar **en efectivo en la entrada**, pero avisandonos antes, y en ese caso serían **15€**. 🔔 **IMPORTANTE:** Debido a cancelaciones de última hora tenemos **algunas plazas para chicas menores de 45 años a 5€**. **También para chicos mayores de 45 años tenemos tickets a 5€.** Debes pagar por adelantado usando uno de los siguientes enlaces: * **PayPal:** payPal.me/OFedorova154 * **Revolut:** revolut.me/oleksandraf96 * **Bizum:** envíanos un mensaje privado para darte el número. Es muy importante que, al pagar, pongas en la **descripción** tu **nickname o nombre de Meetup** para poder identificarte fácilmente. [También es esencial rellenar este formulario con tu información](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcOwYoM6dT74S_al4mj2K0MMiXICDKJo8B-VbetTCgls9dfg/viewform). **Solo cuando pagues tendrás tu plaza confirmada.** Si solo te apuntas por Meetup, **no** tienes asegurada la participación. Es obligatorio pedir **al menos una consumición por persona**. Una cerveza cuesta entre 3 y 5 euros. Se requiere un estilo casual: no se permiten chanclas, pantalones de playa ni ropa de gimnasio. *** ## **HORARIO DE INICIO** 👩 Chicas: **19:45h** 👨 Chicos: **20:00h** *** # **¿Cómo funciona el evento?** ### **Bienvenida** Los participantes llegan y se registran. Los anfitriones os darán la bienvenida. Recibirás una pegatina para escribir tu nombre y pegarla en el pecho (ayuda a recordar los nombres). También tendrás un **bolígrafo y una hoja** exclusiva para ti donde escribirás los nombres de tus citas y tus comentarios personales. Al final del evento es **muy importante** escanear el **primer QR** de tu hoja para rellenar el formulario con tu: * nombre * número de teléfono * Instagram * correo electrónico * **los tres nombres** de las personas que más te han gustado *(Es buena idea escribir todos los nombres durante las citas y al final tachar todos excepto los 3 que más te gusten.)* En ese formulario también puedes dejar tu feedback para mejorar el evento. Mientras esperas puedes pedir una bebida, ir al baño y relajarte en la zona indicada. Pedimos a las chicas que lleguen **15 minutos antes** para poder sentarlas antes de que lleguen los chicos. Generalmente organizamos dos grupos por rangos de edad, dependiendo del número de participantes. Durante las rondas, un camarero pasará por si necesitáis pedir algo. *** ### **Inicio de rondas** Cada participante tiene una mini-cita de **7 minutos** con otra persona. ### **Rotación** A la señal del anfitrión (campana o gong), **los chicos se mueven** a la siguiente mesa. La rotación es siempre en **sentido antihorario** (te mueves hacia tu izquierda). Los chicos se levantan 30 segundos para tomar notas; las chicas permanecen sentadas. ### **Pausa** No hay pausa general, pero si quieres descansar una ronda de 7 minutos, puedes pedir al anfitrión saltarte una ronda para pedir bebida, comida, ir al baño o relajarte en el jardín. ### **Fin de rondas** Al terminar, normalmente nos reunimos en el jardín para tomar algo. Así puedes seguir hablando y tomar tu decisión final. ### **Rellenar la hoja** Indica los nombres de **máximo 3 personas** que te gustaría volver a ver. Escanea el **primer QR** y rellena el formulario. Podríamos ampliar a más nombres pero aquí realmente **estamos buscando la chispa real**, por eso el límite es de 3 nombres máximo a votar. Tenéis hasta el lunes a las 18h para votar. ### **Resultados** El **martes por la mañana**, el organizador enviará los **matches mutuos** de forma privada por mensaje de Meetup. Si tienes un match, recibirás la **información de contacto** de esa persona. *** # **Normas importantes** * Es fundamental que en tu perfil tengas **una foto clara de ti**. Si no tienes foto, te moveremos a la lista de espera. * Aunque veas lista de espera, apúntate igualmente: ajustamos para mantener **equilibrio chicos/chicas**. * Si te inscribes y pagas pero no puedes venir, debes informarnos **48 horas antes del evento**. En caso contrario, no habrá reembolso ni cambio de fecha. * Debes respetar el código de conducta estándar y la educación con todo el mundo. La organización se reserva el derecho de expulsar del evento inmediatamente a quién esté incumpliendo las normas. Si algún participante detecta algún comportamiento sospechoso de otro, por favor, que informe en seguida a alguno de los organizadores. *** ## **Para mayores de 24 años:** Al apuntarte al evento aceptas aparecer en fotos que podrían publicarse. Si no quieres aparecer, por favor, contáctanos.

**[Don't forget to join our community whatsapp group for latest updates!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LuRw9VfBIKlEfwO2PAqow3)** Are you new in town and looking to meet people in a relaxed, welcoming way? Join us at Nomad House for an easygoing afternoon designed to help newcomers connect, hang out, and feel at home — followed by an open deck to close the day. [Sign up as a DJ for the open deck](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4xV6kUN9ISBmfR5ZSDJp0mRqKZLQ_zs1-wQzAbqVy6jIw5Q/viewform?usp=header) We’ll start with a casual New in Town meetup, where you can meet other people who are also new to the city (or just open to meeting new faces). No pressure, no formal networking — just good conversations in a cozy space. Around 15:00, we’ll order pizza together, so make sure you arrive on time to let us know what you like 🍕 After hanging out and getting to know each other, we’ll smoothly transition into an open deck session, where anyone can play music and keep the vibe going into the afternoon. This event is perfect if you: • Just moved to the city • Want to meet people in a low-key, friendly setting • Enjoy music, community vibes, or just feel like dancing • Are curious about the BENE-FIT community 📍 Location: Nomad House 🎶 Music: Open Deck ⸻ ⏰ Event Schedule 15:00 – Arrival & New in Town Meetup Arrive, grab a drink, meet other newcomers, and settle in. It's also when we will order the pizza's! 16:00 – 17:00 – Hangout & Conversations Relaxed social time, meeting people and enjoying the space. 17:00 – Open Deck Starts Music takes over and the afternoon flows into an open deck session. 22:30– End of event 🫶 First time attending? This event is very first-timer friendly. Many people come alone, and there’s no expectation to “network,” pitch, or know anyone beforehand. You can join conversations at your own pace, grab a seat, and simply enjoy the atmosphere.

Welcome to the House of Soles! ​Join us as we bring together House of Felix, Good Soles, and Kruda Coffee for the ultimate Sunday morning cross-over. Starting with a 5k route through the heart of Les Corts, followed by a House of Felix take over at Kruda Coffee for an exclusive after-run experience. ​ We’ll have: ​☕️ Specialty coffee & pastries 🍷 An amazing selection of natural wines 🩳 Access to HOF’s latest arrivals from Acid Running, ACT Running, and Monk Performance 🎁 Exclusive discounts for the Good Soles community ​Start with a run, continue with coffee, end with wine. What’s not to love? ​📍 Kruda Coffee 🕥 Sunday January 18th @ 9:30 am 🏃 5km @ multiple paces 🎒 Bag drop available ​See you out there! 💚

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Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. *The 5AM Club* by Robin Sharma explores how waking up early and following a structured morning routine can dramatically improve productivity, mindset, and overall life mastery. Through a blend of storytelling and practical frameworks, it teaches high performers how to build discipline, focus, and long-term success by owning the first hour of the day. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

Hear how 3 investors went from broke to 8 figures and learn what’s working now in real estate, private money, and scaling your business. 🎟️Register **[HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broke-to-8-figures-live-panel-open-qa-tickets-1969996398258?aff=cicmeetupapp)** ## **Broke to 8 Figures: Live Panel + Open Q&A with 3 Young Investors Who Built Real Wealth Through Real Estate** A decade ago, none of them were “set.” 10 years ago, these three weren’t millionaires. They weren’t influencers. They were broke, doubting themselves and fighting to make their first deal work…just like a lot of people trying to get into real estate today. Now, two of the Columbus Investors Club’s founders, **Tiffany and** **Josh High**, sit down with **Austin Rutherford**… a fellow Columbus native who went from parking cars as a valet to owning a **$30M+ real estate portfolio.** Together, they’ve flipped and wholesaled **thousands of homes**, raised **millions in private money**, and built businesses that run without them in the day to day… creating both wealth and freedom before 35. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a real conversation about what it actually takes to build something that lasts… the fears they had to face, the habits that changed everything, and the systems that got them there. You’ll laugh, you’ll take notes, and you’ll walk away seeing what’s truly possible no matter where you’re starting from. **What You’ll Learn** * How three broke twenty-somethings built 7–8 figure real estate businesses * The mindset shifts that separate wishful thinking from real wealth * How to raise private money even if you’ve never done a deal * What’s working right now in flipping, wholesaling, and building a portfolio * How to create financial and time freedom through systems and people **Open Q&A - Ask Them Anything About** * Raising private money with confidence * Finding and structuring profitable deals * Getting past fear, self-doubt, or “I’m not ready yet” * Scaling your business without burning out * Building a team that actually performs **Who You’ll Hear From** **Austin Rutherford** – From valet to a $30M+ rental portfolio. He has flipped and wholesaled hundreds of houses alongside his rental portfolio and recently got into commercial deals. **Tiffany & Josh High** – Founders of **Heels Homes** and **Results Driven REI**. They’ve built multiple 7- and 8-figure companies, including a fully virtual real estate operation closing 250+ deals a year. Through Results Driven REI, they help experienced investors install the people, processes, and infrastructure needed to build a truly self-managing company. **Event Details** **Location:** *To Follow* **Date & Time:** January 29th, 6–8 PM (Doors open at 5:30) **Cost:** Free (Seats are limited - RSVP required) 🎟️Register **[HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/broke-to-8-figures-live-panel-open-qa-tickets-1969996398258?aff=cicmeetupapp)**

**History** The Columbus Museum of Art traces its roots to 1878, when it was founded as the Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts, becoming the first art museum chartered in Ohio. A group of civic leaders established it to bring touring exhibitions and build a public collection. In 1887, it merged with the Columbus Art School (now CCAD) fostering a long partnership in arts education. Initially without a permanent home, the museum operated from temporary spaces until 1919, when art patron Francis C. Sessions deeded his Victorian mansion on East Broad Street to house the growing institution. As collections expanded in the early 20th century, the need for a dedicated building became clear. The Sessions mansion was demolished, and a new Italian Renaissance Revival structure was erected on the same site, opening to the public in 1931. This elegant building, with its grand steps and arches, remains the museum's core today and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992. Key early acquisitions, like the Ferdinand Howald Collection of modernist works, helped establish its focus on American and European art. In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, the museum evolved significantly. It added the Ross Wing in 1974 for exhibitions and renamed itself the Columbus Museum of Art in 1978 during its centennial. A major renovation and expansion completed in 2015 introduced the Margaret M. Walter Wing and Center for Creativity, emphasizing interactive experiences. In 2018, the donation of the Pizzuti Collection and its Short North building expanded the museum's reach into contemporary art, solidifying its role as a dynamic cultural hub. The Columbus Museum of Art boasts a strong collection of late 19th- and early 20th-century European modern art, featuring well-known masters like Claude Monet, whose Impressionist landscapes capture light and atmosphere in ways familiar to many. Visitors can also encounter works by Henri Matisse, renowned for his bold use of color, and Edgar Degas, famous for his graceful depictions of ballerinas and everyday scenes. The museum's early Cubist holdings include pieces by Pablo Picasso, offering glimpses into his revolutionary fragmented style that reshaped modern art. On the American side, the collection highlights iconic figures such as Edward Hopper, whose evocative paintings of urban solitude and quiet American life are widely recognized, and Norman Rockwell, celebrated for his heartfelt illustrations of everyday Americana that have appeared on countless magazine covers. These accessible works by household-name artists provide an inviting entry point for those new to art museums, blending European innovation with distinctly American storytelling. **Summary** For this event, we will tour the [Columbus Museum of Art](https://www.columbusmuseum.org/), which is always free on Sundays. Afterward, we will head over to the nearby, highly-rated, and popular Gemüt Biergarten for drinks and food. Columbus's art museum is not large, and we won't need to rush through in order to see everything. However, it's a little windy (with a long "i") and maze-like in spots, and if you've never gone through it before, it can be a little confusing at first. **Tickets and Pricing** The Museum is free on Sundays. **Parking** The short answer here is that you can park for free (in the Safe Auto lot) when you visit the Museum on weekends. The longer answer is that the Museum has a dedicated parking lot, whose entrance and exit are on E Gay St, just north of Broad St. You can see this parking lot [here on Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Columbus+Museum+Of+Art+Parking/@39.9648853,-82.9882364,18.67z/data=!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x883888d20177f111:0xbf595a71d9d8c8c5!2sColumbus+Museum+of+Art!8m2!3d39.9642074!4d-82.9878972!16zL20vMDM0Z3F6!3m5!1s0x883888d21f05e00f:0xb72a56e4ac2d4fba!8m2!3d39.9651763!4d-82.9881746!16s%2Fg%2F11f3pdx3tx?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D). This parking has normally been $7, unless you buy something either in the Museum's gift shop or café, in which case it's $5 (you have to bring your receipt to the Museum's front desk to get this discount). However, the Museum is currently in the process of upgrading their parking lot's intercom (or some such), and until such time as this is completed, parking in this lot is free. Once this upgrade is complete, though, the charge is likely to increase from $7 to $10. This upgrade is supposed to be done by the time we run this event, but given how these things work, I wouldn't be totally surprised if it's not complete by then. You'll know the lot is free if the gate arms to both the entrance and exit are fixed in a raised position when you arrive. However, there's a large parking lot for Safe Auto on the other side of N Washington Ave, between Boone St and Hutton Pl. You can see this parking lot [here on Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'54.4%22N+82%C2%B059'13.9%22W/@39.9651069,-82.9884087,18z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d39.965105!4d-82.987191?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D). Visitors to the Museum may always park for free in this lot on weekends. **The End of History** After completing our dissertation in [Art Appreciation](https://www.facebook.com/groups/879880336006462/posts/1734229683904852/), we'll head over to the highly-rated [Gemüt Biergarten](https://www.gemutbiergarten.com/) for [drinks and food](https://www.gemutbiergarten.com/#full-menu). The brewery is located in [Olde Towne East](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Olde+Towne+East,+Columbus,+OH/@39.9600896,-82.9935095,14z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883888c29b9d98cb:0x55fc96810facc832!8m2!3d39.9579938!4d-82.9761254!16s%2Fm%2F026vlz4?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D), and its actual address is [734 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/734+Oak+St,+Columbus,+OH+43205/@39.9633755,-82.9808618,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883888c53426d289:0x4aec638d8a5195d4!8m2!3d39.9633755!4d-82.9808618!16s%2Fg%2F11c4wy250w?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D). Gemüt Biergarten has a free parking lot that isn't small but also isn't huge. Street parking, however, is always free across Columbus on [Sundays and holidays](https://www.columbus.gov/files/sharedassets/city/v/1/public-service/right-of-way-permit/on-street-parking-out-of-service-policy-and-procedure-final-8.15.2022-signed.pdf), so I think we'll be okay with parking. The bigger issue may be the weather. The brewery has a good-sized outdoor patio that is covered and heated in the winter. However, that doesn't mean this patio will be warm. The inside of the brewery is "okay-sized," but again, the brewery is popular and by the time we get there, we may have no choice but to sit outside. If it's cold, I can and will ask them to fire up some of their additional outdoor heaters, which I think should be enough, but please bring something to keep you warm just in case we end up outside. Finally, while food at the Biergarten can be a little overpriced, in my experience it is excellent, and you are likely to enjoy whatever you get. We should be there by 1:00 if you can't make the Museum and just want to meet us for drinks.

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