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This month’s meetup will be a Chinese dinner night! 🍲 Join us for an evening of great food, friendly conversations, and community. A perfect opportunity to catch up, meet new people, and enjoy the flavors of Chinese cuisine together. We are meeting at https://maps.app.goo.gl/c3TRZWG9zC4EUDoTA?g_st=ic

📅 Friday, March 27th at 20:00 📍 Ginette – Versailles After the amazing success of last week’s pub crawl — we’re keeping the great energy going and meeting again this Friday at Ginette 🥂 Expect a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, natural conversations, and new connections — the perfect way to start your weekend. And of course, we’ll enjoy our group benefits at Ginette during Happy Hour: 🍺 Beers: Fischer, Affligem, Ciney, Gallia Blanche, Gallia NEPA 🍹 Cocktails: Mojito, Spritz, Sex on the Beach, Le Pink, Planteur 🍷 Wines: Rosé & White 🧃 Soft drinks: Orange & Pineapple juice Whether you come alone or with friends, you’ll always find someone to talk to... Simple, relaxed, and open to everyone. Looking forward to seeing you and continuing to grow this amazing community together. See you Friday at Ginette!!! *** 📅 Vendredi 27 mars à 20h 📍 Chez Ginette – Versailles Après le succès du barathon de la semaine dernier — on continue sur cette belle énergie et on se retrouve ce vendredi chez Ginette 🥂 Ambiance conviviale, échanges naturels, nouvelles rencontres… le combo parfait pour bien commencer le week-end. Et bien sûr, on profite de nos avantages au Ginette pendant l’Happy Hour : 🍺 Bières : Fischer, Affligem, Ciney, Gallia Blanche, Gallia NEPA 🍹 Cocktails : Mojito, Spritz, Sex on the Beach, Le Pink, Planteur 🍷 Vins : Rosé & Blanc 🧃 Softs : Jus d’orange & d’ananas Que vous veniez seul(e) ou accompagné(e), vous trouverez toujours quelqu’un avec qui discuter... C’est simple, détendu, et ouvert à tous. On a hâte de vous retrouver pour continuer à faire grandir cette belle communauté. À vendredi chez Ginette !

Want to practice speaking French in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere? Join me for a guided conversation session… outdoors ☀️ 👩‍🏫 Led by a certified FLE teacher, this session will help you: • gain heaps of confidence in speaking • express yourself (more naturally than ever) • expand your vocabulary list 🗣️ **Theme: Life in Paris – expectations vs reality 🫢** 📍 Location: Marianne Garden, Pl. de la Nation, 75011 Paris (exact meeting point shared after registration) ⏰ Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours 👥 Small group (limited spots) 🎯 Level: A2–B1 💸 Participation: €5 🧺 A notepad and a pen is a must. Bring your own drink or snacks if you wish ✨ Guided discussions, small group activities, and supportive corrections 📩 Register via private message See you on the 27th of March for some meaningful Spoken French practice 🌿

✨ Pont Linguistique : France-Chine🇨🇳🇫🇷 Chers amis, êtes-vous à la recherche de nouvelles amitiés tout en développant vos compétences linguistiques ? Vous souhaitez passer un agréable moment dans une ambiance chaleureuse et conviviale ? Nous vous invitons à notre rencontre linguistique hebdomadaire, un événement où apprentissage et plaisir se rencontrent ! 🌍💬 📍 Lieu: Restaurant typique régional «SHAN nouilles et salon de thé » 📍 Adresse: 18 Rue des Vertus, 75003 Paris ⏰ Horaire: Vendredi de 19:00- 21:50 👩🏻‍💼 Organisatrice: Zoe ✨ Pourquoi y participer ? : • Échanges culturels enrichissants : Discutez avec des personnes de tous horizons, découvrez des histoires captivantes et partagez vos expériences uniques 🌟 • Amélioration linguistique : Que vous souhaitiez perfectionner votre chinois ou votre français, vous trouverez ici des partenaires motivés pour échanger et progresser ensemble 📚 • Ambiance gourmande et détendue : Savourez de délicieux plats traditionnels tout en profitant d’une ambiance joyeuse et chaleureuse 🍲🍷 • Accès facile et sécurisé : Situé dans le 3e arrondissement, le restaurant est facilement accessible pour que chacun puisse rentrer chez soi en toute sécurité après une soirée réussie 🏠 🌟 Nous vous invitons à rejoindre cette communauté dynamique et accueillante ! Que vous soyez un habitué ou que ce soit votre première fois, vous êtes les bienvenus pour passer une soirée mémorable avec nous ! 💖 📲 Rejoignez notre groupe dès maintenant et réservez votre place ! Partagez, apprenez, échangez et souriez avec nous. Nous vous attendons avec impatience ! 🫶🏻 Zoé ✨周五🇨🇳🇫🇷语言交流会邀你同行！✨ 亲爱的朋友们，是否想在异国他乡建立新友谊、提高语言能力，同时享受轻松愉快的周末时光？欢迎加入我们独具特色的语言交流活动，在这里，你不仅能学习，还能收获满满的温暖与欢乐！🌍💬 📍地点：餐厅 “山城手作” 📍地址：18 Rue des Vertus, 75003 Paris ⏰时间：每周五 19:00 -21:50 👩🏻‍💼主办：Zoe ✨亮点： • 文化碰撞：与来自不同背景的朋友一起交流，分享彼此的故事与见解🌟 • 语言提升：无论你是想学中文、法语还是其他语言，这里都有你的学习伙伴📚 • 美食美酒：边品尝正宗佳肴，边享受欢快轻松的氛围🍲🍷 • 交通便利：餐厅位于三区，方便参与者晚间安全返回🏠 我们诚挚邀请每一位朋友加入这个温馨的社群！无论你是新面孔还是老朋友，期待与你一起度过这段美好的夜晚！💖 📲快来加群，抢占你的席位吧！ 一起分享、学习、交流、欢笑，我们等你！🫶🏻

Hola ¿La semana se te hace interminable y no ves el final? ¿El blues del viernes te invade? ¡Ven a tomar una pausa con nosotros y rompe con la monotonía de tu día a día! **En el programa:** charlar alrededor de una copa – o dos – para conocernos, juegos para socializar… Y si quieres practicar tu inglés (u otro idioma), ¡no lo dudes! Habrá muchos internacionales presentes, ya que también nos reunimos para fomentar los intercambios lingüísticos y culturales. Se propone un juego rompehielos para conocer a más gente – solo pregunta al organizador. Seremos muchos, a menudo más de cincuenta personas, así que la idea es hablar con todo el mundo – ese es el concepto del viernes, con la app :) Alto, bajo, delgado, con curvas, mayor, joven, guapo o no tanto – ven tal como eres, ¡te recibiremos con los brazos abiertos! Dos palabras clave: convivencia y curiosidad. Llega a la hora que quieras, pero cuanto antes vengas, más disfrutarás del ambiente. **Información práctica:** De 21h hasta altas horas de la noche Gratis con el pase Socializus WhatsApp para info rápida: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) **Cómo participar:** * Verifica la dirección exacta con la app gratuita y el pase gratuito: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) * O apoya a la asociación con una tarjeta de socio anual aquí: [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Mantente conectado:** Meetup – https://www.meetup.com/fiesta-latina-paris/ WhatsApp (info y recordatorios): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) (Activa “Recibir todo” para no perderte nada) Grupo de Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/ Página de Facebook – Fotos, recuerdos y novedades: https://www.facebook.com/paris.fiesta.latina/ Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Hazte Organizador: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) Únete al equipo de voluntarios y recibe una bebida gratis Es 100% gratuito porque somos una asociación sin ánimo de lucro. ✦✦ Puede haber cambios de última hora, pero todo se actualiza en la app con el pase gratuito. Para gestionar mejor el número de participantes, contamos con las inscripciones mediante el pase gratuito. ¡Apúntate solo si estás seguro de venir, contamos contigo! / Al participar en nuestra actividad, aceptas ser fotografiado y/o filmado. Las fotos y vídeos se compartirán en nuestras redes sociales y podrán usarse con fines comerciales. También puedes publicar tus propias fotos con el hashtag #socializus ***

👋 Qui veut intégrer un groupe d'amis en cours de constitution pour faire des sorties et activités ensemble sur Paris et la région parisienne ? Voici quelques exemples de sorties proposées dans ce groupe : ❇️ apéro, afterwork, bars, restaurants, brunch, pique-nique ❇️ ciné, concert, théatre, musée ❇️ sports (tennis, initiation au golf, hiit, running, escalade, etc.) ❇️ jeux de société (poker, loup garou...) et en plein air (mollky, pétanque...) ❇️ week-end ❇️ et tout ce que tu pourras proposer. 💥💥 Ouverture, respect et bienveillance sont les valeurs qui animent le groupe 💥💥 Si tout cela te parle, inscris toi à notre groupe "Sorties et rencontres amicales - Paris" pour être informé(e) de toutes les sorties, il vient tout juste d'être créé sur Meetup et nous serons heureux de faire ta connaissance lors d'une prochaine sortie 👋 Ne te fie pas au nombre de participants sur Meetup, nous sommes sur plusieurs sites et Meetup est le dernier sur lequel nous avons ouvert un compte. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* BIEN LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CI-DESSOUS \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **NB : INUTILE DE CLIQUER SUR "Participer" SUR CETTE FICHE.** Inscris toi juste au groupe et clique sur "Participer" uniquement sur les activités / sorties qui ont lieu de façon sure et certaine et qui sont toutes précédées des symboles 💥💥 devant leur titre. **Si dans le titre de la sortie il n'y a pas les symboles 💥💥 c'est que la sortie n'est pas confirmée.** Nos sorties (et celle d'autres utilisateurs) sont également publiées sur l'application gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem : 👉 Appstore : [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) 👉 Google Play : [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) Tu peux aussi t'inscrire au groupe Whatsapp Weezem ici pour être informé(e) de nos futures sorties 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC) A très vite. Patrice

* Entre 10 et 30 participants internationaux \* Nous nous réunissons pour promouvoir les échanges culturels et pratiquer des langues étrangères. Ce soir, tout tourne autour des langues latines (français, espagnol, italien..) ! Pour une atmosphère conviviale et intimiste, le nombre de participants est limité. L'adresse de l'événement ne sera partagée qu'avec ceux qui possèdent une carte de membre annuelle valide. En rejoignant notre association, vous recevrez également une petite astuce pour vérifier le nombre de participants. La carte de membre offre un avantage : choisissez un numéro d'autocollant pour obtenir un shot gratuit au bar après avoir discuté avec d'autres membres du groupe. **Prix du billet** : 5 € (disponible ici). ⬇️ [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html)

Let's have a weekly deep talk in an intimate Parisian café, share a drink and have a good time with like-minded, lovely and chill people. ☕ We're here to sip life in a childish, simple and non-serious way. When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation? Or deepened your relationship with someone in your life? It's not easy to have a deep conversation. While small talk, which is typically casual and light-hearted, can help break the ice, it may not necessarily help you form a deep, emotional connection with someone. Whether it's with your friends, family, colleagues or romantic partners, having meaningful conversations is important for creating strong bonds. "Meaningful conversations help us understand ourselves and those around us better. They involve sharing important aspects of ourselves and actively listening, validating and connecting with others." We believe that a happy and healthy life is built on beautiful relationships and that loneliness kills us. That's it. It's not the number of friends that counts, it's the quality of the relationship. ✅ This group is adressed to : ● People who want to build deep, genuine and caring relationships in a small group that looks the same, where they feel comfortable and emotionally safe to talk emotionally and get intimate about anything in their lives. ● Simple, loving, kind, hyper/sensitive and lovely people who spend a lot of time in their bubble thinking about the meaning of life, passionate about personal development, philosophy, meaningful conversations, debates .... ⛔ Please don't subscribe if : ● You don't see yourself in the group's aims and beliefs. ● You're travelling for a short period of time and don't live or intend to live in Paris. ● You are not sure if you will be able to come, please update your status to allow others on the waiting list to join. An absence without notice will result in an irrevocable ban. Progress : ● ❗ For reservations, I'll send you a private Meetup message at least 5 hours before the meeting to confirm your reservation. If I don't receive a reply 2 hours before the meeting, I will send you a second message to let you know that you will be replaced by someone on the waitlist. ● We keep the session small, cosy and relaxed in a quiet place, prioritising regularity to encourage intimacy, connection, listening and speaking. (\~ 5/6 people) ● On arrival, if you feel comfortable, you will be suggested to choose and associate several drawn Feelings and Needs cards to express how you really feel at the moment, to talk about ourselves and communicate effectively. ● The best way to make progress is to make the conversation easy and natural, with everyone making an effort to suggest and write down what you want to talk about. You can write down your favourite topics/questions before the meeting. The meeting is participative and invite everyone if you feel comfortable being a leader and a power of suggestion. Anyway, to keep the meeting running smoothly, I'll animate the meeting to make sure the conversation doesn't get wild or boring and I wouldn't hesitate to reframe people. In case of lack of inspiration we have a lot of deep conversation question card game which can help to find interesting questions. ● (Not compulsory) After the meeting we can finish in a nearby restaurant for those who wish to relax or continue our conversation. Advice for a good moment : ● Leave your ego and mask at home, we are not here to impress anyone but to be ourselves with our strength, weakness, pride and shame. Come with an open/deep/emotional/complex thought and vulnerability. ● Ask open-ended questions and invite the other person to describe what a situation was like for them or how they felt. ● Don't hesitate to be vulnerable and share information about yourself if needed. Consider sharing personal information first to gain the other person's trust. ● Adopt an attitude of curiosity and genuine interest in what the other person is saying. Be thoughtful and try to put yourself in the other person's shoes so that you can see things from their perspective. Be truthful, caring and honest. ● Listen actively and ask follow-up questions. ● Be empathetic and offer emotional validation so that they feel seen and heard. It is forbidden to judge, but try to understand. ● ⏱ Be aware of your speaking time for Equally Speak. ● Be aware never to provoke political or religious ideologies, but to accept differences of belief. Advice on non-violent communication can be given in the meeting to learn not to unintentionally hurt anyone when requested or needed. ● Remember to maintain a safe, and benevolent environment. People who are considered to be disruptive, problematic or simply not in tune with the energy of the group will not be allowed to return. Finally, we're hug-friendly !!!

➡️ Réservation obligatoire depuis la billetterie : [https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-cafe-philo-faut-il-arreter-de-chercher-a-etre-heureux-1978787497673](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-cafe-philo-faut-il-arreter-de-chercher-a-etre-heureux-1978787497673) ☕ Les rencontres CAFÉ PHILO de l'Espace Le Moulin ☕ ⏰ Une à deux soirées par mois 💬 Pour dialoguer en profondeur, sur une question philosophique, en lien avec l’actualité. 🙋 Exercer sa pensée, pratiquer l'art de l'écoute et de la reformulation. 💚 Pendant cette période particulière que nous traversons, le besoin d'échanger sur des sujets profonds se fait essentiel ! L'actualité, à la fois riche et tragique, donne beaucoup de matière à réfléchir. Réfléchir... ou simplement réagir en pensant ses émotions ? C'est ce que nous verrons à travers nos prochains cafés philo, qui auront lieu dans notre espace. Ouvert à tous Tarif : 7 euros (boisson incluse)

✅ Do you want to improve your English Speaking skills? ✅ Do you want to expand your vocabulary? ✅ Are you bored of difficult grammar classes? These 2 hour small group classes are for those who want more than just a conversation class. These are planned two hour events with prepared materials to help with vocabulary and discussion. They are dynamic and interesting and will help you gain confidence, expand your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation. What do I have to do? ✍ Sign up in Meet Up and confirm your attendance by WhatsApp: +34 645 598 927 💵 Cost: 30€ ⌚ When: Weekends 🕖 Duration: 2 hours 📍 Where: By Skype (or Hangouts) 👥 Group Size: Maximum 3 people Classes are to be paid in advance to secure booking. I hope to see you soon. Belinda

* Entre 10 et 30 participants internationaux \* Nous nous réunissons pour favoriser les échanges culturels et la pratique des langues étrangères. Ce soir, toutes les langues sont les bienvenues ! L'ambiance est conviviale et décontractée, et le nombre de participants est limité. Les participants ne seront partagés qu'avec les détenteurs d'une carte de membre annuelle valide. La carte de membre offre une particularité : choisissez un numéro de vignette et recevez un shot gratuit au bar après avoir discuté avec les autres membres du groupe. Prix du billet : 5 € (disponible depuis hier). ⬇️ [https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025](https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025)

Come have fun while improving your French with one of a kind teacher Christian Coffinet! You'll enjoy how much teaching/value you'll get for just 10 euros. I have many, many years of experience as a French/English teacher, interpreter and translator. If your English is decent to great to fluent, then I am the perfect person to help you bridge the gap to French. Plus, though a native Parisian, I have been back and forth between France and the US for a long time. For those who are beginners or who really want to dramatically improve, I offer private and semi-private lessons, too, in person here, in Paris, or on Skype or Messenger, anywhere in the world. If there is/are one or two of you, l'll do 1 hour. If three, l'll do 1 hour 1/2. If four or more, l'll do 2 hours. Please, bring pen and paper and €10. You can reach me at 0678061753. Looking forward to meeting you! Christian

**Échange Linguistique Français–Anglais 🇫🇷🤝🇬🇧** Bonjour à toutes et à tous ! Nous espérons que vous allez bien ! 😊 Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à notre échange linguistique français–anglais ! 🕒 Heure : 15h00–17h00 📍 Lieu : Jardin de Reuilly - Paul Pernin (153 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris) 🔍 Repérez une PARAPLUIE ROSE 💗☂️ à votre arrivée ! 💶 **Participation :** 5 € en **ESPÈCES** pour l'organisation 📱 **Contact :** **[Rejoignez notre groupe WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EQr7SpyBTsfFEvaMH84sAM)** (pour la localisation en direct pendant l’événement et les annonces hebdomadaires) 💌 Venez seul·e ou accompagné·e — vous repartirez avec de nouvelles amitiés et des souvenirs inoubliables. 🗣️ **Concept de l’événement :** L’échange dure 2 heures et se divise en 4 sessions de 30 minutes : Chaque table accueille 4 à 6 personnes, avec un mélange de francophones et d’anglophones 15 minutes en français, suivies de 15 minutes en anglais À la fin de chaque session, les tables sont remaniées pour rencontrer de nouvelles personnes ! Cet événement est placé sous le signe de la détente et de l’échange culturel — sans pression, juste de bonnes vibes et de belles conversations. 🥂 ❗ **Important :** Ce n’est **pas un speed-dating**. Merci à tous de nous aider à maintenir une atmosphère respectueuse et inclusive. 📸 **Consentement média :** Des photos et vidéos seront prises pendant l’événement. En y participant, vous acceptez qu’elles puissent être utilisées dans notre communication ou sur les réseaux sociaux. Si vous avez des objections, merci de le signaler aux organisateurs. On a hâte de vous voir ! 😊 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧 **French and English Language Exchange 🇫🇷🤝🇬🇧** Hello everyone! We hope you’re doing well! 😊 We’re excited to invite you to our French-English Language Exchange! 🕒 Time: 15:00–17:00 📍 Location: Jardin de Reuilly - Paul Pernin (153 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris) 🔍 Look for a PINK Umbrella 💗☂️ when you arrive! 💶 **Participation:** €5 in **CASH** for organizing 📱 **Contact:** **[Join our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EQr7SpyBTsfFEvaMH84sAM)** (for live location during events and weekly event updates) **💌 Come solo or with friends —** you’ll leave with new friendships and unforgettable memories. 🗣️ **Event Concept:** The exchange lasts 2 hours and is split into 4 sessions of 30 minutes: * Each table has 4–6 people, with a mix of French and English speakers * 15 minutes in French, followed by 15 minutes in English * After each session, tables are reshuffled so you meet new people! This event is all about relaxed, friendly cultural exchange — no pressure, just good vibes and great conversation. 🥂 ❗ **Important:** This is not a speed-dating event. We kindly remind everyone to help us maintain a respectful and inclusive atmosphere. 📸 **Media Consent:** Photos and videos will be taken during the event. By participating, you consent to their use in promotional materials and on social media. If you have concerns, please inform the organizers. We can't wait to see you there! 😊

We’re heading back to Scene75 on Friday, March 27 for a high-energy night of laser tag, mini golf, go-karts, arcade games, and whatever chaos we decide to get into. We’ve done this one before and it was a blast — great turnout, tons of laughs, and just the right mix of competition and hanging out. If you missed it last time, this is your shot. 🎯 What to Expect: Laser tag battles Mini golf challenges Go-karts (for those who need speed) Arcade games & game cards You can load however much you’d like onto a game card. Most people will probably be good with $15–$30, but it’s totally up to you. This is a super casual event — show up, jump into whatever looks fun, rotate groups, and hang out. No pressure, no complicated structure. Just a solid Friday night with good people. Also… I haven’t hosted in a bit and I’m making a push to be more active again. If you’ve got ideas for future events you’d love to do, bring them. I’m all ears. Let’s run it back. 🔥

We’re bringing back Adult Field Day. Last year was a good mix of competition and just hanging out, so we’re doing it again with some new games mixed in. Think team-based challenges, simple races, and a few things inspired by game shows. You don’t need to be athletic. Most of the fun is just being part of a team and getting to know people you wouldn’t normally talk to. The goal isn’t really winning. It’s meeting people, laughing a bit, and leaving knowing a few more names than when you showed up. If you stick around after, we’ll have a potluck, a bonfire, and a couple comedians in the evening. Bring: * Something to share for the potluck * Clothes you can move around in A small contribution helps keep events sustainable and ensures those who RSVP actually show up. Include your Meetup name + event name in the note. Please send $2 per person to guarantee your spot. Venmo (preferred) or PayPal @WiseUnlimitedLLC Actual links in comments below! Include your Meetup name + event name in the note.

Coffee and conversation at [The Roosevelt Coffeehouse](https://www.olentangybrew.com/roosevelt-coffee), located at Olentangy River Brewing. They will also have a Venezuelan [food truck](https://www.olentangybrew.com/eventsandfood) that always gets good reviews.

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Crimson Cup Coffee Shop - Clintonville](https://www.crimsoncup.com/about/location/clintonville)!

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

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 :)

[The Board Walks](http://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!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. 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?" 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. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *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. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this 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 welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). 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. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **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. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).