Thai Language and Culture

\* FRANÇAIS \* (English version below) Bienvenue à toutes et à tous ! Nous nous retrouvons tous les mardis, jeudis et samedis, de 20h à minuit, au Denfert Café, pour pratiquer les langues et échanger autour des cultures du monde, dans une ambiance conviviale et bienveillante. Pour faciliter ces échanges libres, vous serez accueilli à votre arrivée par un hôte qui vous expliquera le concept et le déroulement de la soirée. Chaque participant recevra une étiquette avec son prénom ou pseudo, ainsi que les langues et cultures qui l’intéressent — même si vous ne les maîtrisez pas encore. Ce qui compte avant tout pour nous, c’est l’ouverture d’esprit et ce que chacun(e) peut apporter à la communauté à travers sa diversité linguistique et culturelle. Impatients de vous rencontrer ! \* ENGLISH \* Welcome everyone! We meet every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8 pm to midnight at Denfert Café to practice languages and share conversations about cultures from around the world, in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. To help these informal exchanges, you will be greeted upon arrival by a host who will explain the concept and how the evening works. Each participant will receive a name tag with their name or username, as well as the languages and cultures they are interested in — even if you don’t speak them fluently yet. What matters most to us is open-mindedness and what each person can bring to the community in terms of linguistic and cultural diversity. We look forward to meeting you!

*🍾 Between 20 and 30 international attendees 🍷* We meet to promote cultural exchanges or practice a foreign language. 🥂 The number of participants is limited to preserve user-friendliness. The address is therefore given only for participants who have taken a membership card valid for one year. The membership card offers a special feature: choose a sticker number and receive a free shot at the bar after chatting with other group members. **Card fee is 5€ and available here** : https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025

🌍 **DO YOU WANT TO TRAVEL WITHOUT LEAVING PARIS?** Join our big polyglot night every Tuesday at Choubidou. A friendly, international atmosphere where you can practice languages and meet great people. **SCHEDULE** • 8 pm to 10:00 pm • Choubidou, 71 rue de Lyon 75012 Paris •​​​​​​​ Metro Bastille **HOW IT WORKS** A host welcomes you and gives you a sticker with your name and the languages you want to practice. All languages and all levels are welcome. All ages and all nationalities. No pressure, just the desire to chat and have fun. **FEE** •​​​​​​​ 2 euros (please bring coins) •​​​​​​​ Happy hour all evening! •​​​​​​​ Please buy at least one drink to support the bar. [Drink prices here](https://polyglotclub.com/file/drink_choubidou.jpg). **ATTENDANCE** •​​​​​​​ 30 to 80 participants every week. 🎉 Event posted on several platforms, ignore attendee numbers. **CHOUBIDOU** •​​​​​​​ Central, warm, affordable, large heated terrace. •​​​​​​​ Google rating 4.9 with more than 1135 reviews. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ •​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​[Details](https://share.google/X6A0gbHCRFLzIsEmZ) See you Tuesday for your linguistic world tour.

Here we speak English ! Level A1-A2. ❗Please register before coming :)❗it is very IMPORTANT❗ To register and join our WhatsApp group, you have **two options**: 👉 **Register via the form on our website:** https://lampaling.com/inscription-speaking-club/ After registration, you will receive the WhatsApp group link **by email**. 👉 **Click “Participate” on this Meetup event** You will then receive the WhatsApp group link **via private message on Meetup**. **How does it work?** We don’t mix several languages. Here we speak English only. ⏱️ Duration: 1h30 👥 Number of participants per session: max 8–10 people *The number of registrations shown on Meetup does not reflect the actual attendance. **Official registrations** are made through the LampaLing **WhatsApp** group.* 💸 Fee: €6 per session. +Minimum one drink par person required🍹☕️ 📋 **Schedule of a LampaLing Speaking Club:** **1\. Welcome** A short introduction from everyone (name, interests, etc.). **2\. Pair activity 👥** You will speak with different partners: * read short sentences 📖 * complete the sentences ✍️ ➡️ This way, you practice conversation and learn new words. *Each participant must download the LampaLing app to access cards with questions, role plays, texts, etc.* **3\. Group activity** We do a bit of grammar, but the most important thing is speaking 🗣️. 🎲 We also play simple games to practice vocabulary. **🙋**You’ll be guided throughout the session by our friendly LampaLing host! Our **Lampaling speaking clubs** stand out from traditional language exchange events because they focus on the **educational aspect**, especially for **beginner groups**. During our sessions, you’re **guided by qualified language teachers** who help you, correct your mistakes, and answer all your questions about mastering the language. Lampaling has created a **unique mix between a traditional language school and a friendly language exchange event**. Our goal is to help you **really speak the language** — without the pressure of a classroom, but in a **relaxed and supportive atmosphere**, with a strong focus on **speaking and communication**. 🎯💬 **French version:** Ici on parle anglais ! :) Niveau A1-A2. ❗Avant de venir, merci de vous inscrire :)❗c'est très IMPORTANT❗ Pour vous inscrire et rejoindre notre groupe WhatsApp, vous avez **deux options** : 👉 **Vous inscrire via le formulaire sur notre site** : [https://lampaling.com/inscription-speaking-club/](https://lampaling.com/inscription-speaking-club/) Après votre inscription, vous recevrez le lien du groupe WhatsApp **par e-mail**. 👉 **Cliquer sur “Participer” sur cet événement Meetup** Vous recevrez ensuite le lien du groupe WhatsApp **en message privé sur Meetup**. **Comment ça fonctionne ?** On ne mélange pas plusieurs langues. On ne parle qu'anglais. ⏱️ Durée : 1h30 👥 Nombre de participants par session : max 8 – 10 personnes *Le nombre d’inscriptions affiché sur Meetup ne reflète pas la réalité. Les **inscriptions officielles** se font via le groupe **WhatsApp** LampaLing.* 💸 Frais : 7€ par session. +Une boisson obligatoire à prendre🍹☕️ 📋 Déroulé d’un Speaking Club LampaLing : 1. Accueil Petite présentation de chacun (nom, centre d’intérêt...) 2\. Activité en binôme 👥 Vous allez parler avec différents partenaires : \- lire des petites phrases 📖 \- compléter les phrases ✍️ ➡️ comme ça, vous pratiquez la conversation et vous apprenez de nouveaux mots. \*Chaque participant doit télécharger l’application LampaLing pour voir des fiches avec des questions, des cartes de rôle, des textes etc. 3\. Activité de groupe Nous faisons un peu de grammaire, mais le plus important, c’est parler 🗣️. 🎲 Nous faisons aussi des jeux simples pour le vocabulaire. **🙋** Vous serez guidé tout au long de la session par notre sympathique animateur LampaLing ! Nos **speaking clubs Lampaling** se distinguent des événements d’échanges linguistiques classiques, car ils sont avant tout axés sur **l’aspect éducatif**, notamment pour les groupes de **débutants**. Pendant nos sessions, vous êtes **accompagnés par de vrais professeurs de langues qualifiés**, qui vous guident, corrigent vos erreurs et répondent à toutes vos questions sur la maîtrise de la langue. Lampaling a créé un **mélange unique entre l’école de langues traditionnelle et les rencontres conviviales d’échange linguistique**. Notre objectif : vous aider à **parler réellement la langue**, sans la pression d’un cadre scolaire, mais dans une **atmosphère détendue et bienveillante**, centrée sur **l’expression orale**. 🎯💬

*🍾 Entre 10 y 30 participantes internacionales 🍷* Nos reunimos para fomentar el intercambio cultural y la práctica de idiomas. 🥂 ¡Esta noche, todos los idiomas son bienvenidos! El ambiente es agradable y relajado, y el número de participantes es limitado. Solo se compartirán participantes con quienes tengan una tarjeta de membresía anual válida. La tarjeta de membresía ofrece una ventaja especial: elige un número de pegatina y recibe un chupito gratis en la barra después de charlar con los demás miembros del grupo. **Precio de la entrada**: 5 € (disponible desde ayer). ⬇️ https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025

*Hi everyone! 😊* Come sing your heart out and meet internationals or Parisians. Chat in every language! An icebreaker game with matching stickers is offered – and you can win a free shot 🍸 **🍾 Talk or Sing… you choose!** This is a brand new aperitif concept for: 🗣️ Chatting in multiple languages, 🎤 Singing with people from all around the world, You can come alone or with friends. Come whenever you can, but not too late to catch up with the group! **Practical info:** 🕖 Time: 7pm – 10:30pm 💸 Free with the pass available on the Socializus app 📲 WhatsApp for quick info: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BjmhwVp9ojF9wWuK5sb6dn/](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BjmhwVp9ojF9wWuK5sb6dn/) **How to join:** * Check the exact address with the free app and free pass: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) * Support the association and help cover meetup costs with an annual membership card here: [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) **Stay connected everywhere:** 🔹 Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/) 🔹 WhatsApp (info & reminders): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JzsETXxc4Ug0RwvgrJZ49S](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JzsETXxc4Ug0RwvgrJZ49S) (Activate “Receive all” so you don’t miss anything!) 🔹 Facebook Group –[https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Facebook Page – Photos & updates: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 Become an Organizer via WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) It’s 100% free because we are a non-profit association. ✦✦ Last-minute changes may happen, but everything is updated via the app with the free pass. To better manage the number of participants, we rely on registrations through the free pass. Sign up only if you’re sure to come – we’re counting on you! 😊 📸 / 🎥 By participating in our activity, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed. Photos and videos will be shared on our social networks and may be used for commercial purposes. You can also post your own photos with the hashtag #socializus

Here we speak English ! Level B1-C1 ❗Please register before coming :)❗it is very IMPORTANT❗ To register and join our WhatsApp group, you have **two options**: 👉 **Register via the form on our website:** https://lampaling.com/inscription-speaking-club/ After registration, you will receive the WhatsApp group link **by email**. 👉 **Click “Participate” on this Meetup event** You will then receive the WhatsApp group link **via private message on Meetup**. **How does it work?** We don’t mix several languages. Here we speak English only. ⏱️ Duration: 1h30 👥 Number of participants per session: max 8–10 people *The number of registrations shown on Meetup does not reflect the actual attendance. **Official registrations** are made through the LampaLing **WhatsApp** group.* 💸 Fee: €6 per session. +Minimum one drink par person required🍹☕️ 📋 **Structure of a LampaLing Speaking Club:** 1. Welcome Short introduction from each participant (name, interests...) 2\. Pair activity o Each participant must download the app LampaLing to access discussion cards, role-play prompts, and questions. 3\. Group activity o Games like “Who am I?” (vocabulary version), “SpyFall – Find the spy”, etc 4\. Wrap\-up **🙋**You’ll be guided throughout the session by our friendly LampaLing host! Our **Lampaling speaking clubs** stand out from traditional language exchange events because they focus on the **educational aspect**. During our sessions, you’re **guided by qualified language teachers** who help you, and answer all your questions about mastering the language. Lampaling has created a **unique mix between a traditional language school and a friendly language exchange event**. Our goal is to help you **really speak the language** — without the pressure of a classroom, but in a **relaxed and supportive atmosphere**, with a strong focus on **speaking and communication**. 🎯💬

Yennayer marks the Amazigh (Berber) New Year, traditionally celebrated with a warm family dinner and shared dishes. This event is a small and intimate dinner gathering to celebrate Yennayer in a simple, welcoming and human way — centered around food, conversation and togetherness. The evening is about sharing a meal, discovering or rediscovering Yennayer traditions, exchanging in a relaxed and respectful atmosphere, celebrating the new year beyond borders and nationalities. This is not a political event, not a conference, and not a large gathering — just a thoughtful dinner to mark the occasion. Practical details: - Small group dinner (restaurant or shared table) - Everyone orders and pays individually As the group is intentionally small, participants are kindly asked to confirm only if they are sure they can attend.

🇬🇧 Welcome to Chitchat ! 😎ChitChat is a friendly social event in Paris where people come together to practice languages and meet new friends. Whether you want to improve the language you’re learning, connect with locals, or simply enjoy conversations with an international crowd, you’ll feel at home. Perfect for newcomers, travelers, and anyone who loves meeting cool people. 🍻 Every Thursday - Starting at 7:30 PM Timeout bar - 22 Rue du Pot de Fer, 75005 Paris (We didn’t choose this place for nothing, the beers are cheaper than a croissant in the Marais 🥸) Feel free to join our 👉🏼 ***[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F4qCmyVOuYgLkMVtcfbuO5?mode=ems_copy_t)*** 👈🏼 group for faster and more efficient communication 🇫🇷 Bienvenue au ChitChat ! ❤️‍🔥ChitChat, c’est le meilleur spot à Paris pour faire l’apéro, pratiquer les langues que tu apprends et te faire des potes du monde entier. Nouveau en ville ? De passage ? Ou parisiens confirmé, c’est ici que tu peux discuter librement avec des locaux et des internationaux. 🍷 Chaque jeudi à partir de 19h30. ( T’as de la chance on accepte les retardataires ☘️) au TimeOut - 22 Rue du Pot de Fer, 75005 Paris (On n’a pas choisi ce bar pour rien — les bières sont moins chères qu’un ticket aller-retour de métro. 😉) N'hésitez pas à rejoindre notre groupe 👉🏼 ***[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F4qCmyVOuYgLkMVtcfbuO5?mode=ems_copy_t)*** 👈🏼 pour une communication plus rapide et plus efficace

Our polyglot Meetup in Paris is back 🤗✨ 🇫🇷🇨🇳🇬🇧🇮🇩🇩🇪🇳🇱🇨🇦... We'll be organising our Meetup next Friday at 7:30 PM. ⭕️ Seats reserved only for participants that did they reservations online. *** Our Meetup is for all expats and French speakers as well who are currently in Paris and who want to do a language exchange (For all languages but overall conversation will be held in English 🇬🇧 or French🇫🇷). The objective is to learn foreign languages, meeting new people from different countries and also sharing experiences in Paris at the same time. There is no specific theme for this Meetup, so you just come, present yourself and talk ! 😊 ⭕️There will be a participation fee of 4€, EXCLUDE DRINKS. Payments on spot. Please confirm your attendance to the host

🇨🇳🇫🇷 Événement d'échange linguistique franco-chinois 🗓 Chaque vendredi 🕖 De 19h00 à 22h30 📍 Adresse : 47 rue au maire 75003 Paris Bonjour à tous ! Vous souhaitez améliorer vos compétences en français ou en chinois ? Rejoignez-nous pour notre événement hebdomadaire d'échange linguistique franco-chinois ! Ici, vous aurez l'opportunité de rencontrer des locaux, de nouer de nouvelles amitiés et de vous immerger dans un échange culturel riche et dynamique. Voici le déroulement de la soirée : 🍽 De 19h00 à 19h40 : Dîner en groupe (optionnel) et discussion Venez dîner dans un restaurant chinois (frais à votre charge) en compagnie des autres participants afin de faire connaissance et de discuter ensemble. 🗣 De 19h40 à 22h20 : Sessions d'échange linguistique À 19h40, nous formerons des groupes de discussion de trois personnes. Actuellement, en raison du nombre plus élevé de participants chinois, les groupes seront composés de deux personnes parlant chinois et d'une personne parlant français. Étant donné que la plupart des participants chinois ont un niveau intermédiaire ou avancé en français, les groupes de trois personnes permettent des échanges moins gênants et une participation équilibrée de chacun. Chaque groupe passera 20 minutes à converser dans une langue, puis 20 minutes dans l'autre. ⏱ Durant toute la soirée : Toutes les 40 minutes, vous aurez la possibilité de changer de table ou de modifier le nombre de participants dans votre groupe. Cet événement est entièrement gratuit, à l'exception de vos dépenses pour les boissons. Nous avons hâte de vous rencontrer ! **🇨🇳🇫🇷 法中语言交流活动** **🗓 每周五 🕖 下午7:00 - 10:30** **📍 地址： 47 rue au maire 75003 巴黎** **大家好！** **想要提高你的法语或中文语言技能吗？加入我们每周一次的法中语言交流活动吧！在这里，你将有机会结识当地人，交新朋友，并沉浸在丰富多彩的文化交流中。** **以下是活动的具体安排：** **🍽 下午7:00 - 7:40：小组晚餐（可选）和讨论** **在中餐馆享用晚餐（费用自理），与其他参加者一起用餐，互相了解认识。** **🗣 下午7:40 - 10:20：语言交流会话** **在7:40 PM，我们将分成三人小组进行讨论。目前情况下，由于中文参与者较多，我们将分成两名中文讲者和一名法文讲者的小组。同时，由于大多数中文参与者的法语水平达到中级或以上，三人小组的话容易避免尴尬的同时，每个人也都能很好地参与到对方。每个小组将花费20分钟使用一种语言交谈，然后再切换到另一种语言进行20分钟的交谈。** **⏱ 活动期间：** **每40分钟，您将有机会更换桌子或向您的小组添加或者减少人数。** **此活动完全免费，您只需自行支付饮品费用。** **我们期待着与您见面！**

Rejoignez-nous pour une après-midi conviviale autour du bubble tea et du Mahjong ! Découvrez différentes saveurs de bubble tea, partagez vos histoires et expériences culturelles, pratiquez vos langues avec d’autres participants, et dégustez nos snacks et nouilles artisanales. Ambiance détendue, échanges enrichissants et plaisirs garantis **Ticket Standard – 10 €** 1 boisson au choix (hors alcool). **Ticket Premium – 13,8 €** 1 boisson au choix (hors alcool) + un snack ou un dessert. **Ticket Gourmet – 19,8 €** 1 boisson au choix (hors alcool) + un plat de nouilles artisanales Join us for a friendly afternoon with Bubble Tea and Mahjong! Discover different bubble tea flavors, share your stories and cultural experiences, practice languages with other participants, and enjoy our handmade snacks and noodles. A relaxed atmosphere, enriching exchanges, and guaranteed fun! **Standard Ticket – €10** 1 drink of your choice (excluding alcohol). **Premium Ticket – €13.8** 1 drink of your choice (excluding alcohol) + 1 snack or dessert. **Gourmet Ticket – €19.8** 1 drink of your choice (excluding alcohol) + 1 handmade noodle dish.

안녕하세요, Bonjour ! 🤗 merci de bien tout lire 👇🏻 ## **Présentation du Groupe d’Amitié France-Corée / 프랑스-코리아 우정 그룹 소개** Le Groupe d’Amitié France-Corée est une communauté conviviale qui rassemble Français et Coréens autour de leur passion commune pour la langue et la culture. Nos **meetups** se déroulent généralement dans un bar à Paris. Pendant ces rencontres, les participants ont l’opportunité de pratiquer le français et le coréen dans une ambiance détendue, tout en se faisant de nouveaux amis. L’objectif est simple : progresser dans la langue grâce à la pratique réelle et créer des liens interculturels chaleureux. 프랑스-코리아 우정 그룹은 프랑스인과 한국인이 함께 언어와 문화를 나누며 친목을 다지는 커뮤니티입니다. 저희의 **언어 교환 모임(Meetup)** 은 주로 파리의 바에서 열리며, 참가자들은 프랑스어와 한국어를 자연스럽게 연습하고 새로운 친구들을 사귈 수 있습니다. 목적은 단순합니다: 실제 대화를 통해 언어 실력을 향상시키고 따뜻한 교류의 장을 만드는 것입니다. \#\#\# 🚨 Règles importantes / 공지사항 : * 💳 **Le paiement du ticket devra se faire au moment de l’inscription :** merci de régler ton ticket (6€) via l’une des options suivantes/ 행사에 참여하시려면 도착 전에 아래 옵션 중 하나로 티켓을 결제해 주시기 바랍니다: \- PayPal : merci de choisir le paiement « entre proches/ family and friends » à ClotildeAP \- Wero : au 0773828352 * En participant, vous acceptez d’être pris en photo/vidéo pour nos communications futures 📸 참가 시 행사 사진/영상이 홍보용으로 사용될 수 있음에 동의하는 것으로 간주됩니다 * Un niveau **débutant minimum** en français et en coréen est recommandé pour profiter pleinement des échanges. 원활한 참여를 위해 최소 **초급 수준**의 프랑스어와 한국어 실력이 필요합니다. * Toute demande de membership hors apprentissage du français ou du coréen ne sera pas acceptée. 프랑스어나 한국어 학습 목적이 아닌 멤버십 요청은 수락되지 않습니다. * La **bienveillance** et le **respect** sont essentiels : tout comportement ou propos haineux entraînera l’expulsion immédiate du membre. **배려와 존중**은 필수이며, 혐오적이거나 무례한 언행은 즉시 퇴장 조치됩니다.

**L'inscription sur la page Billetweb est OBLIGATOIRE pour participer.** Dans un cadre agréable et une ambiance conviviale, vous vous exprimerez tour à tour en français et en chinois. Vous progresserez dans la pratique de la langue et vous ferez de nouveaux amis! 在愉快友好的氛围中, 你们可以通过讲法语或中文. 你们将在语言练习中取得进步结交新朋友 报名 详细资料 - Informations et inscription à la page Billetweb ci-après: [billetweb.fr/echange-franco-chinois](https://www.billetweb.fr/echange-franco-chinois) **L'inscription sur la page Billetweb est OBLIGATOIRE pour participer.** Mettre "oui" sur l'événement Meetup n'est absolument pas considéré comme une inscription à l'échange. Au plaisir de vous accueillir nombreux!

Let’s meet at Thai Tanium in Kentlands for some of their delicious food. Please only rsvp if you will attend. It is not fair to the restaurant to have no shows.

Let’s kick off **2026** the fun way—with Thai food, laughter, and great company! 🎉🥢Join us for a gals-only lunch meetup where good vibes, flavorful dishes, and easy conversation come together. No pressure, no awkwardness—just friendly chats, smiles, and a fresh start to the year. Come hungry, come happy, and let’s make this our first feel-good lunch of 2026! ✨🍜 Menu: [Thai Tanium Restaurant | thai-tanium](https://www.thaitaniumrestaurant.com/menus)

Join Nordic Culture and Language Exchange for a karaoke party where we’ll sing hits from popular artists from the Nordic countries as well as Nordic -Americans! Practice your Eurovision favorites or songs from Nordic singers/bands who have made the charts in the US like Zara Larsson and Roxette from Sweden, Lukas Graham and Mø from Denmark, Ylvis, Kygo, and a-ha from Norway, and Daði and Of Monsters and Men from Iceland. If you know any Finnish metal, bring it on! Of course, we’ll sing some ABBA too! We’ll be celebrating the 7-Year Anniversary of this Meetup Group, so feel free to dress in party/ABBA/Eurovision-inspired style! Learning a few songs in the Nordic languages ahead (or at least some lyrics/the chorus) is highly encouraged, but not required. The current plan is to meet at the Wok and Roll Karaoke rooms in Chinatown next to Capital One Stadium, but if their new karaoke club in Dupont Circle is open by 24 January, we’ll change to that venue (watch for email notifications).

Join fellow book club members for an evening out at MyHome Thai, at 19890 Belmont Chase Dr., Ashburn. Each person is responsible for any food and drinks selected. If you sign up and need to cancel, you need to notify us at least 24 hours in advance.

Join us for an exciting language exchange event where Spanish speakers and bilingual individuals come together to practice Spanish and English. Our group focuses on fostering a welcoming environment for cultural exchange while improving language skills. Whether you are a native Spanish speaker looking to practice English or vice versa, or simply interested in learning more about Spanish culture, this meetup is perfect for you. Reignite your passion for language learning and immerse yourself in a diverse community of language enthusiasts. Bring your curiosity and willingness to engage with others in meaningful conversations. Let's come together to share language tips, cultural insights, and build connections that go beyond just words. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your language skills and make new friends in a fun and interactive setting.