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Kalli Tuesdays Boardgames Night Edition
**🎲 What?**
A games evening where everyone brings their favourite games. Cooperative games, competitive games, boardgames, card games, everything is welcome!
**📍Location**
The event will take place at [Kalli Craft](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xvA37vBxLCLResuL6), a bar with plenty of space and near the train station.
**⌛Time**
The event will kick off at 19:00 and will go on as long as our gamers have energy and Kalli Craft is open!
**🎒What to bring**
Bring your favourite games! Kalli Craft does not have a collection of games, we need to bring these ourselves.
**💬 Baden WhatsApp Community**
A WhatsApp community for these Baden meetups, event announcements and chatting with others can be found here:
[Join our WhatsApp group](%E2%80%A8https://chat.whatsapp.com/GxJlB1F1bmSBNmYUVTCDH5)
Monstercorso (carnaval parade in Lucern)
**description:**
[Monstercorso - Luzerner Fasnacht](https://luzerner-fasnacht.ch/die-vereinigte/monstercorso/)
The parade starts at 19:30. Let's gather at 19:00 in Luzern to find a good place to see it. If you can't go so early, I will share the group live location in the Whatsapp group.
**How to go with the train (from Zurich and I will meet you on the way):**
[Verbindungen Zürich HB nach Luzern | Das Online-Portal der SBB für Fahrplan, Zug und ÖV](https://www.sbb.ch/de?stops=Z%C3%BCrich+HB_I8503000~Luzern_I8505000&day=2026-02-17&time=18_00&moment=dep&trip=0)
**dedicated Whatsapp group**
[WhatsApp-Gruppeneinladung](https://chat.whatsapp.com/E8tkaVwfKzgLIIrmtu6t2X)
**Registration:**
To sign up, please select "Yes" in the WhatsApp community survey for this activity:
[🌄 Switzerland Discovery Crew (Preferred Ages 18-35)🌄 | WhatsApp-Kanal](https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoercY1XquRrJm58k3V)
If the event will happen in more than 30 days, I haven't added the survey in the channel yet. (Because message in a WhatsApp channel can be read by a new member only 30 days before he joins. But you can already enter the corresponding WhatsApp group)
If you are concerned about privacy, only the admin of a WhatsApp channel can see who has voted in a poll (unlike a WhatsApp group).
Please sign up only when you are certain!
You can also register through Meetup, as it helps build momentum; however, I rely only on the number of people who signed up through the WhatsApp survey.
Intermediate Commercial Dance Class
**Kickstart your week at the Intermediate Commercial Class at The Vibe!**
Whether you’ve never danced before or just want to move your body and have a good time, this class offers a dynamic mix of **urban dance styles**, including Street Jazz, New Style Hip Hop, and other contemporary street influences. The choreography is set to an energetic playlist featuring **EDM** (Electronic Dance Music) and **Latin Pop**, creating an upbeat and motivating atmosphere.
Your teacher Fer ([@ferriveromusic](https://www.instagram.com/ferriveromusic/#)) will guide you through all the steps, help you feel the rhythm in your body, and hype you up from start to finish!
**Booking is mandatory!**
To secure your spot, please book in advance via our website:
[BOOK HERE](https://thevibedance.simplybook.it/v2/#book)
*Rates?*
💃 **Single Class:** CHF 28 check out our **Starter Pack deal with 2-class** for CHF 35
*When?*
**TUESDAY**
20:30 – 21:30 \| Intermediate Commercial Dance
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*Where?*
**The Vibe Dance Studio**
Hohlstrasse 488
8048 Zürich
(Just 3 minutes from Altstetten Train Station and 15 min from HB)
**More info:**
🌐 [thevibedance.ch](https://thevibedance.ch/)
📸 Instagram: [@ferriveromusic ](https://www.instagram.com/ferriveromusic)
[@thevibedance.ch](https://www.instagram.com/thevibedance.ch)
Got questions? DM us on Instagram or text or call:
📞 +41 78 329 71 77
**See you on the dance floor – let’s dance together!** 💥🫶💃
🎰 ZFG Jackpot Night: Play BoardGames, Win CHF 50!🏆
**Zurich's only competitive social game night where winning can pay off \| Every 3rd Tuesday**
🎟️[ ](https://eventfrog.ch/ZFGJackpotnight)**[\[Get Your Ticket - CHF 5\]](https://eventfrog.ch/JackPotnight)**
**🏆 THE CHALLENGE**
Tonight isn't just about playing — it's about winning together.
**Play** → Join a hosted table (70+ games available)
**Win** → Win any 2 different non-cooperative games
**Jackpot** → Earn a Golden Raffle Ticket
**Draw** → At 22:30, one winner takes a CHF 50 Coopers Pub voucher
No experience needed — just a bit of luck, strategy, and good vibes 🍀
**🎲 JUST HERE TO PLAY & HAVE FUN?**
Totally fine! If you want to skip the challenge and simply play, chat, and enjoy the evening, we've got you covered.
We always run casual tables alongside the jackpot challenge — same great games, zero pressure, pure fun.
**🎲 GAMES & CROWD**
**70+ curated games:** Party, strategy, bluffing & social deduction — something for every taste and skill level.
🌐 **See full game list:** **[Website](https://zurichfungamers.com/list-of-games)**
**The vibe:** Mixed and welcoming — expats & locals, beginners & experienced players all share tables. English-speaking, all languages welcome.
💡 **Pro tip:** Arrive early for smoother table placement and more time to play!
**🤔 WHY ZFG?**
We're Zurich's most vibrant non-profit board gaming community. No cliques, no awkward standing around — just sit down, roll dice, and make friends.
🎟️ **[\[Secure Your Spot - CHF 5\]](https://eventfrog.ch/JackPotnight)**
🎟️ **Regular player?** See our Annual Legends Pass in Dopi/Ladies Night events
📲 **Join Switzerland's biggest board gaming WhatsApp community** for weekly updates : **[Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GhVuGiUwPpi3BkhskOUJgp)**
👉 **Official [Website](https://zurichfungamers.com/)**
📲 **Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/zurichfungamers/)**
🎟️ **[\[Reserve Your Ticket\]](https://eventfrog.ch/JackPotnight)**
Boulder Together! 🧗♀️
Bouldering is like a whole body puzzle!
And if you never tried we would be happy to have you join us!
And the best part is...it's fun and challenging at every level.
It is Rock climbing without the ropes, but with lower heights and nice \*soft mats\* to break your fall. :)
At Boulderlounge Schlieren we have many routes and skilled staff.
We are usually a group of 10-15. And we usually meet at 19:00 at the entrance of Boulderlouge. Some come earlier and some later, but either way write in the chat (see below) and someone will be there to find you and welcome you! Be looking for Ana or Marco.
Entrance Price: 23 CHF
Shoe rental: 7chf (in case you do not have)
At the end of the session we sometimes have a drink and hangout with the group. The gym has food, snacks and drinks.
-> Write us a message if you want to be added in the whatsapp group where we coordinate also for other sessions!
We hope to see you there!
PS: Are you visiting Boulderlounge for the first time? Then please register before the meetup: [https://216.webclimber.de/register ](https://216.webclimber.de/register)
Summer Concerts Events This Week
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Mozart: Le Nozze di Figaro @ ZHdK Toni-Areal
**Description:**
A Sunday evening at the Toni-Areal dedicated to arguably one of the most fun and beautiful music ever written. This is ZHdK's annual opera production and it's **free** (but you need to get a ticket, see below)
18:30: Meet at ViCAFÉ ZHdK (Toni-Areal).
Pre-show: Optional drinks at the café for those who want to socialize before the performance.
19:00: Performance starts.
**How to get there:**
Toni-Areal, Pfingstweidstrasse 96, 8005 Zürich.
Tram: Line 4 to "Toni-Areal."
Meeting Point: ViCAFÉ ZHdK, located inside the main entrance hall.
**Registration/Ticlet:**
To sign up, please select "Yes" in the WhatsApp community survey for this activity
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/I5uo8ayFFen9v50egFEb2m](https://chat.whatsapp.com/I5uo8ayFFen9v50egFEb2m)
**and** get your (free) ticket here:
[https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/klassik-opern/oper-operette/mozart-le-nozze-di-figaro-7416487394373843954.html](https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/klassik-opern/oper-operette/mozart-le-nozze-di-figaro-7416487394373843954.html)
Confirm your attendance in the community survey to coordinate the group size.
Please sign up only when you are certain. Let’s get together for a night of Mozart’s music and theater at the Toni-Areal!
Thank God it’s Friday (TGIF), Swiss American & International Expat Meet-Up Apero
This is one of our most popular events, which has been going on for decades.
Anyone is welcome to join us!
No registration or membership is required to join us in this friendly atmosphere to meet new people and catch up with old friends - a great way to build a network within the greater community.
Weekly Open Bateria - All Levels Welcome
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**🎶 Samba Drumming,** **Open Bateria** **🎶**
Beginners and experienced drummers... all are welcome! This session is about discovering samba, or discovering a different samba instrument if you are already playing.
***Note:*** if you are experienced with samba enredo drumming and would like to dive straight into an ensaio please reach out to us. We are always looking to grow our core team!
**💥 What to Expect:**
\- All Skill Levels: From newbies to seasoned drummers\.
\- No Instruments Needed: We provide everything\, but you can bring your own\.
💰 **Cost** 💰
First-timers try-out for free! 12 CHF per session thereafter (open bateria is included in full association membership).
**🥁 Ready to Drum?** 🥁
Don't miss this fun, energizing session! Connect with the samba community and drum your heart out.
**📌 What to Bring:**
**\- Ear Plugs:** Recommended "Alpine Music Pros."
**\- Water Bottle:** Stay hydrated.
**\- Spare T\-Shirt:** It gets warm!
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**"🎶 Samba Trommeln, Offene Bateria 🎶**
Anfänger und erfahrene Trommler... alle sind willkommen! In dieser Session geht's darum, Samba zu entdecken oder, wenn du schon spielst, ein anderes Samba-Instrument auszuprobieren.
***Hinweis:*** Wenn du bereits Erfahrung mit Samba-Enredo-Trommeln hast und direkt in eine Probe einsteigen möchtest, melde dich bei uns. Wir sind immer auf der Suche, unser Kernteam zu erweitern!
**💥 Was dich erwartet:**
* Alle Erfahrungsstufen: Von Neulingen bis zu erfahrenen Trommlern.
* Keine Instrumente nötig: Wir stellen alles zur Verfügung, aber du kannst gerne dein eigenes mitbringen.
**💰 Kosten 💰**
Erste Session kostenlos! Danach 12 CHF pro Session (offene Bateria ist in der vollständigen Mitgliedschaft enthalten).
🥁 Bereit zum Trommeln? 🥁
Verpass diese spaßige und energiegeladene Session nicht! Verbinde dich mit der Samba-Community und trommle aus vollem Herzen.
📌 Was du mitbringen solltest:
* Ohrstöpsel: Empfohlene "Alpine Music Pros."
* Wasserflasche: Hydriert bleiben.
* Ersatz-T-Shirt: Es wird warm!"
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**🎶 Samba de Bateria, Bateria Aberta 🎶**
Iniciantes e bateristas experientes... todos são bem-vindos! Essa atividade é pra você conhecer o samba ou, se você já toca, descobrir um instrumento diferente de samba.
***Nota:*** se você já tem experiência com samba enredo e quer ir direto para um ensaio, entre em contato com a gente. Estamos sempre buscando crescer nosso time principal!
**💥 O que Esperar:**
* Todos os Níveis: De novatos a bateristas experientes.
* Sem Necessidade de Instrumentos: Nós fornecemos tudo, mas você pode trazer o seu se quiser.
**💰 Custo 💰**
A primeira sessão é grátis! 12 CHF por sessão depois (bateria aberta está incluída na associação completa).
**🥁 Pronto para Tocar? 🥁**
Não perca essa sessão divertida e energizante! Conecte-se com a comunidade do samba e toque com o coração.
**📌 O que Levar:**
* Protetores de Ouvido: Recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros."
* Garrafa de Água: Fique hidratado.
* Camiseta Extra: Vai esquentar!"
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Speed Dating & Live Music
**[⚠️>>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/dating/speed-dating/speed-dating-live-music-7424447738044019624.html)**
🎶 Speed Dating & Live Music
**Ages 25–40**
Looking for real connections in a relaxed, warm atmosphere? Join us for a special evening that combines **meaningful conversations** with **intimate live music**.
Join group for updates on this event : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FoJN0DzRQgF232huSHiGOi](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FoJN0DzRQgF232huSHiGOi)
We’ll begin with a structured **speed dating session**, designed to help you meet several interesting people in a fun, low-pressure way. Afterward, the evening flows naturally into a live acoustic concert — perfect for deepening conversations or simply enjoying the vibe.
🎟️ What’s included
* Curated experience with **balanced gender ratio**
* **Snacks included**
⚠️ Important: Tickets are **non-refundable**, as we carefully curate the group and gender balance.
Come open-minded, leave with new connections ✨
Whether romantic, friendly, or simply human.
📸 Photos and short videos may be taken during the event. Let the host know if you prefer not to be in them. Tickets are non refundable.
💬 Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community to stay updated:
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/DNCKCapTzlSKqBqS8EQckJ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DNCKCapTzlSKqBqS8EQckJ)
Amboss Jam
Long standing jam session in the area. Bring your instrument and sign up to jam. Lots of expats, lots of great opportunities to connect to other music makers and lovers.
Rave In The Cave
Ending the Sunday afternoon and weekend in style with a fat rave. ENTRY IS FREE
Music styles: House, Afro House, Melodic House, Melodic Techno, Tech House
Date: Sunday 22.02.2026
Time: 15:00 - 20:00
Address: Cave Club, Langstrasse 81, 8004, ZH
LINEUP
Monte Carlo (15:00-16:00)
Double Nine (16:00-17:00)
Ancient Astronaut (17:00 - 18:30)
Talkback Heads (18:30 - 20:00)
Ensaio de Bateria (Rehearsal) - Os Patos Poderosos
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Our 'Ensaio de Bateria' is for regular members of the association and exceptionally for those who have previous experience playing in a samba bateria (please get in touch if you're interested, we'd love to hear from you).
In this session, we will dive into fresh material and technique, while also taking the time to perfect individual parts of our existing repertoire if needed. Whether you're looking to improve your groove or refine specific techniques, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your skills!
**What to bring:**
* Ear Plugs (we recommend "Alpine Music Pros" from a music shop)
* Water Bottle for staying hydrated
* Spare T-shirt for afterwards (it gets pretty warm)
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Unsere 'Ensaio de Bateria' ist für regelmäßige Mitglieder des Vereins und ausnahmsweise für diejenigen, die bereits Erfahrung in einer Samba Bateria haben (bitte melde dich, wenn du Interesse hast, wir würden uns freuen, von dir zu hören).
In dieser Session werden wir uns mit neuem Material und Technik beschäftigen, uns aber auch die Zeit nehmen, einzelne Teile unseres bestehenden Repertoires zu perfektionieren. Egal, ob du deinen Groove verbessern oder bestimmte Techniken verfeinern möchtest, dies ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, deine Fähigkeiten zu steigern!
**Was du mitbringen solltest:**
· Ohrstöpsel (wir empfehlen "Alpine Music Pros" aus dem Musikfachhandel)
· Eine Wasserflasche, damit du genug Flüssigkeit zu dir nehmen kannst
· Ersatz-T-Shirt für danach (es wird ziemlich warm)
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Nosso "Ensaio de Bateria" é para os membros regulares da associação e, excepcionalmente, para aqueles que têm experiência anterior de tocar numa bateria de samba (entre em contato se você estiver interessado, gostaríamos muito de ouvir você!).
Nesta sessão, vamos nos aprofundar em novos materiais e na técnica, além de dedicar tempo para aperfeiçoar partes individuais de nosso repertório existente, se necessário. Se estiver procurando melhorar seu groove ou refinar técnicas específicas, esta é a oportunidade perfeita para elevar suas habilidades!
**O que trazer:**
* Protetores de ouvido (recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros”).
* Garrafa d’água para se manter hidratado
* Uma troca de roupa para depois do ensaio (fica bem quente)
Summer Concerts Events Near You
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Fun Friday: EPiC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT at Lennox Phoenix Theater!
Join us for something different as we get together to see EPIC: ELVIS PRESLEY IN CONCERT! While researching his 2022 film, director Bas Luhrmann came across and compiled rare and previously unseen interviews and videos of Elvis in concert to create “one of the most exciting concert films you’ve ever seen!” Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: Part documentary, part concert film, the latest from director Bas Luhrmann is a follow-up to his 2022 film starring Austin Butler. While researching the film, he came across 68 boxes of previously unseen interviews, concert performances and outtakes from previous films. A combination of offstage and onstage Elvis, comes a film that “befits the magnitude of Elvis as a performer but also offers deeper revelations of his humanity and inner life." It is written/directed by Baz Luhrmann (ELVIS, MOULIN ROUGE, THE GREAT GATSBY) and stars the legendary Elvis Presley!
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmqWusmzp0k
BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: The film screened at the 2025 Toronto Film Festival where it was the runner up in the category People’s Choice Award for Documentaries. Next Best Picture says, “Certain to energize longtime fans and generate new ones for generations to come, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is a masterwork of montage.” And according to the NY Post, whether you have a room in the house devoted to Elvis or not, this truly “Epic” concert film is an energizing experience!”
PLAN: We’ll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby BRAVO around 5 or 5:30pm followed by a 7pm-ish showing on one of their larger screens. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Please list your seat number in the Comments below. Exact showtime and meeting details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Contra dance with Big Scioty on March 7 - First Congregational Church
**Caller: Frank Buschelmann**
**Band: The Rosenthorns**
**Big Scioty Contra Dance**
**temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/)
Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!
Happening Hour at Natalie's!
Come join us at [Natalies](https://nataliesgrandview.com/) in Grandview for a free Happy Hour show. **The doors open at 5:00 pm.** Tonight is Sirens, an all girl rock band. This club has a great vibe with drink and eats specials.
**The show runs from 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm.** There is no admission charge, but tips for the band are strongly encouraged.
***RESERVATIONS ARE FOR A 8-TOP; overflow can sit at the bar, lean in, or find available all season patio seating. MEMBERS ONLY, please. No guests.*** *(I have to pay for no shows. If you cancel late or no show, you may be temporarily removed from the group)*
French conversation club
Bienvenue! Columbus French Conversation group invites you to our Saturday morning French conversation club. Expect a casual and welcoming atmosphere in which to learn french! I will bring my laptop so we can look up new vocabulary as needed! The venue is a beautiful French restaurant so you can really get into the zone :)
Dinner and Music!
I hope you'll join me at [Carfagna's](https://carfagnas.com/) AMAZING complex on Gemini/Polaris. *Live, local acoustic music during dinner.*
Come by early for happy hour til 6pm. Or, join us for dinner; show time is 6-9PM, Thursday. No Cover. Reservation at 6pm for 12 under Michele Z (overflow can linger near the bar).
Each Thursday they host live music in their beautiful upscale bar at **Carfagna's Ristorante**; but you need to check out everything this place has to offer Italian under one roof!!
Rhino Barn Tour @ The Wilds
**Summary**
For this event, we will do the [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at [The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/), a ten-thousand acre conservation center in Muskingum County. It is the largest such center in North America and one of the largest in the entire world.
During this tour, we'll visit The Wilds' rhino herd in their state-of-the-art heated barns and learn how The Wilds' animal management team takes care of one of the largest herds of rhinos outside of Africa and Asia.
**The date and time of this tour**
We will be doing the 1:00 p.m. [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) on Saturday, February 28. The tour is scheduled to last 90 minutes.
**What you need to do to attend**
Signing up here on Meetup will not get you into The Wilds for the tour. You must go out to The Wilds' [website](https://www.thewilds.org/) and [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour).
Please [purchase your ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour), then sign up here on Meetup so I know how many to expect.
**Attendance cap**
There are only eight total slots/tickets available for this tour. As I obviously have already bought one of the tickets, that leaves seven spaces for everyone else.
If you are interested in this event, I urge you to [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at The Wilds' website as soon as possible. Since their website is obviously public, nothing prevents other people having nothing to do with *GOhio!* from buying their own tickets, thereby potentially taking an available slot away from you.
**Additional notes on attendance**
I have now run several events at The Wilds. While the location of The Wilds and the pricing of the tickets generally leads to small turnouts, the people who have gone have all enjoyed it and were glad they went.
If you've never been to The Wilds and you like zoos or animals at all, you are likely to find any tour at The Wilds to be a rewarding experience.
**Tickets and pricing**
[Tickets](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) for this tour are $95, or $76 if you're a Wilds' member. I've posted screen shots, below, to help you be sure you're buying tickets for the correct event.
Wilds' memberships pay for themselves if you go to The Wilds at least twice a year, and [Columbus Zoo members](https://www.columbuszoo.org/membership) get a discount on memberships to The Wilds. I will always run at least two events a year at The Wilds.
Tickets for all Wilds' tours must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance of the actual tour.
**Cancellations and refunds**
Per The Wilds' [Cancellation Policy](https://www.thewilds.org/policies): *In order to be eligible for refund and accrue no rescheduling fees, cancellations must be made at least 14 days in advance of reservation. Cancellations made within 14 days of reservation will not receive a refund.*
You may [contact The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/contact) at (740) 638-5030 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., or you can email them at information@thewilds.org.
**Waiver of liability**
After you purchase your ticket, you will likely be asked to fill out a waiver of liability. This is a very short document and should take you no more than two minutes to complete.
**Where we'll meet**
We will meet at The Wilds, whose actual address is [14000 International Rd, Cumberland, OH 43732](https://www.google.com/maps/place/14000+International+Rd,+Cumberland,+OH+43732/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837dae07a595557:0xa1ceca93325a8bd1?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111).
Please try to be there by 12:30 p.m. For most Wilds' tours, a shuttle bus will take you to the actual spot of the tour. So think of this as though you're going to the airport to catch a flight. It helps to be on time.
The Wilds generally asks that people arrive at least thirty minutes because the scheduled start time of their tour.
**GPS / Getting to The Wilds**
The Wilds is in a very rural area, but I've never had a problem getting there with my GPS (I have Verizon). I've also uploaded a JPG map, below, of Muskingum County.
Sometimes, though, it's hard to get a signal when you're at The Wilds and getting ready to leave. So you might want to consider downloading an offline map in Google Maps. Your cell phone should pick up a signal, however, within a few minutes after you leave.
The Wilds' Visitor Center does have free Wi-Fi.
**Carpooling?**
If you want to carpool, I recommend discussing this in the comments, below, to this event. While I don't myself carpool, I will do what I can to help you arrange something if I can.
**The weather**
Dress for the weather. Just because the barn is heated doesn't mean it will be warm. And wear closed-toed shoes.
Wilds' tours typically run no matter what the weather is.
**After the tour**
Once we're done with the rhinos, we'll head over to the very highly rated [Y-Bridge Brewing Company](https://ybridgebrewing.com/). The brewery is about thirty minutes from The Wilds, and it will be on the way back to Columbus for most, if not all, of us. The brewery's actual address is [1417 Linden Ave Ste D, Zanesville, OH 43701](https://www.google.com/maps/place/1417+Linden+Ave+d,+Zanesville,+OH+43701/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837edd6cc50824f:0xe3a0af1ccb2aefbf?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111).
Y-Bridge Brewing does not serve food; however, they have several [food options](https://ybridgebrewing.com/food-options). I encourage you to check these out ahead of time on their website for yourself. However, here are a few of them:
*Within walking distance -- 120 feet away*
* [Angry Bull Saloon](https://www.facebook.com/AngryBullSaloonZanesville/) (pizza & subs)
* The Corner Pub Sports Bar and Grill (classic bar food)
*Delivery options -- [Door Dash](https://www.doordash.com/)*
* [4 Star Pizza](https://fourstarpizza.com/), (740) 452-9300
* [Donatos](https://www.donatos.com/), (740) 452-7900
* [Pizza Cottage](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/), (740) 455-6000
* [Dominos](https://www.dominos.com/), (740) 455-3126
* [Papa John's](https://www.papajohns.com/), (740) 450-4100
If you live in the area or can't make The Wilds but still want to meet us at the brewery, that's fine too.
Contra dance Feb. 21 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Band: Old Possum's Menagerie; Caller: Richard Ades**
Beginner lesson at 1:30, regular dancing begins at 2:00 pm
NOTE THAT WE ARE TEMPORARILY DANCING IN THE AFTERNOON INSTEAD OF EVENING. Dance with us in the afternoon then you can still go out in the evening!
**Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 1:30 - 2:00, followed by dancing 2:00 - 430. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
Please bring your own refillable water bottle.



















