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Zorba's Cafe on Thursdays! We will be on the 2nd floor, or if the weather allows, we will be sitting outside at a table in the street. If you don't see anyone on the 2nd floor and the weather is favorable, it means we're sitting at the table in the street. Уважаемые участники группы! Информация для тех, кто еще не посещал наши встречи - обычно подписывается меньше людей, чем приходит на встречу, "старожилы" привыкли к тому, что записываться необязательно, и просто приходят в любое удобное для них время с 5:30 до 8 часов. Так что не стесняйтесь, записывайтесь на встречу! Welcome to the old venue! Old - since we used to get together at Zorba's Cafe for many years. Come to the 2nd floor. 1612 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 This is very close to Metro Dupont Circle station. This is the same place where we got together every Thursday evening for many years before 2015. Everyone is welcome, but please keep conversation in Russian only. For many of us, this is our only chance to practice our Russian. There are happy hour prices available. Timing: Someone is usually there by 5:30, but it sometimes takes the organizers till 5:45 or so. If you get there first, please wait - we will be there! And people are usually there till at least 8. So if you can't make it right at the beginning, that is perfectly fine to arrive late! RSVP's: I encourage you to RSVP. But please know that many people don't RSVP. So it may seem like only 3 people are planning to attend, but have no fear, we usually have a good-sized fun group! (And we almost always have newcomers. So if you are planning on coming for the first time, you most likely won't be the only one.) Also, when the weather is nice we are frequently sitting outdoors. So if nobody is on the second floor, just look for the group speaking Russian at tables out on the street. And to say again - we have often had only 3 or 4 people RSVP but have 15 or so show up. So don't worry about that. See you there! Questions? Check our FAQ (http://www.meetup.com/russki-razgovor-dc/pages/Frequently_Asked_Questions/) page.

Join us for MORE Women's MTB Ride at the Cabin John Trails in Potomac, MD. Beginner-level riders are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun! A mountain bike in good condition and helmet are required. **Sign up at Golden Volunteer here:** [https://x.gldn.io/e/jgkrtQUn21b](https://x.gldn.io/e/jgkrtQUn21b) ***Please do not sign up on Meetup! If you do, you won't be alerted if the ride is cancelled!*** **Meet** at 6:00 PM with wheels down at 6:10 PM. We will not ride if the trails are wet or muddy. Check your email from Golden Volunteer in case the ride is cancelled due to weather/trail conditions. **Description** \- The event is open for women age 18\+\. You must sign a waiver on the Golden Volunteer link\, wear a helmet\, and be able to comfortably ride your mountain bike\. We expect to ride about 4\-5 miles on single track natural surface trails\. Bring your mountain bike\, helmet\, and drinking water\. This ride is **not suitable for hybrid bikes**! As space is limited, please update your RSVP if you cannot attend. **And support your trails and join MORE! www.more-mtb.org** **Where** – Meet at the parking lot for the Cabin John Group Picnic Area at 7701 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac, MD. Follow Google Maps at: https://goo.gl/maps/aumXoQnD2qAp3iNp9

\#\# A low\-cost\, 6\-week beginner\-level Russian course with the non\-profit organization\, the Global Language Network\. Ready to dive into the world of Russian? Join our fun and interactive class designed especially for those new to the language. **Details** Russian Foreigner with Shamil Sundays from 6:00pm - 8:00pm ET Apr 9th to May 14th Online Ready to learn? **Register [HERE](http://%5B%5B%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D)(%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D))(%5B%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D)(%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform))) "\[\[\[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform\](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform)\](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform)\](\[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform\](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform))").** **Additional Information** * GLN classes are open to everyone over 18 years of age. * Have a credit or stipend to apply to your payment? Learn more about our credit, stipend, and refund policy on the [Pricing & Course Levels page.](http://%5B%5B%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D)(%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D))(%5B%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D)(%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels))) "\[\[\[https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels\](https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels)\](https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels)\](\[https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels\](https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels))") **About GLN** We are a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to "Use Language as a Tool to Help Fix Our World." Since 2015 we have been rated #1 Best Language Classes in Washington, DC by Yelp! We are so happy and grateful to have you join our network and we appreciate your support of our mission.

**UPDATE:** The Board Room has closed permanently 😔. Therefore, we will be trying a new venue: Quincy Hall (https://www.quincyhallbar.com/) It's the first Thursday of the month, and that means we will be replaying a game we played recently: **The Voyages of Marco Polo.** Play as Marco Polo or one of several other historical figures, each with unique abilities, as you journey from Venice to Beijing. The game is played over five rounds. Each round, roll your dice and use them to take actions: gather money and resources, acquire contracts, travel across the map, and build trading posts in cities. Earn victory points by fulfilling contracts, reaching Beijing, building trading posts, and more. After five rounds, the player with the most points wins! We have two copies of the game, one with a 5-player expansion, so RSVPs have been set at 9. Let us know in the comments if you can bring a copy, and we will increase the RSVP limit.

Join us on Wednesday, May 6 8:00-10:30 PM. Andrea Nettleton calls while Elisabeth Epstein (flute), Jeff Steinberg (fiddle), and Neil Epstein (piano) play Register: [https://www.fsgw.org/event-6650244](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fsgw.org%2Fevent-6650244%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExcGVDN0w5YWxFY20xektNaXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5NNqrkBaZuRAqAyGO1IGhctdZ7bbpSt8T-AEzi-lNf2rM8LYy8WFXn9r36tQ_aem_i8dbMDK03kLNpiQKHAF-Sg&h=AT6Ga2jvad7k_w8ICbab0fBioAgAKk8ezFYSJfy9HrkW70LJLDNJlpnZGofJIEgW5xMEoaWdHXuDEwN6MWuz-XBUblke16CB9XnEykv29e1F3f-aPANu4wXPBRcwJ94Pbp-hHEhll8aa9URwR5rkbQ7ulxI59SArRngXDg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT7m-ZqPHgLuv4fFlikZkop0Jt0gLiIpHxbnliFsXUZxCTOW5xzSxbr2lkAVaC0llNuczhGZacQzi6ovH3c_AA4TdHcszjUIdiXkEX-oNnqbsIYgNO_UNkyj3JYRntvnFZECpOjRXsPfZJoXeyB9-8x7dfxKDC3s5Qs) (Please note, you are not registered by responding on meetup, you must register through the FSGW website, or at the door if tickets are available) The FSGW weekly English Country Dance offers delightful dancing, led by talented callers, accompanied by top-notch musicians playing a wide variety of instruments. The crowd is friendly and enthusiastic; new dancers are always welcome and can get an informal lesson if they arrive around 7:30. You don't need to bring a partner, or dress up. * If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select "first time free" when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. Covid Protocol: masks and vaccinations are encouraged but not required. Some dancers are sensitive to fragrances, and they are grateful when you skip the perfume and scented after-shave. Additional information about this weekly event is available on the English Country Dance (in-person) web page. [https://www.fsgw.org/ecd](https://www.fsgw.org/ecd) **Pay at the door:** Admission - $15 FSGW Members, $8 Students and those with limited income, $17 Others. **Questions?** Email English Country Dance * **We look forward to dancing with you!**

**Hosted by Love Jones Eventz** **In Partnership with Black MEN Network & Intelligence Working Together, Inc.** Have you ever missed a connection that could’ve changed your career, elevated your business, or opened the door to your next big opportunity? **This is for Men and Women**. In the DMV, success often comes down to who’s in the room—and more importantly, who you *connect with.* **This is that room - kings and queens.** Join us at **Lisp Lounge** for an elevated evening of networking, culture, and opportunity at the **R&B Lounge: Sip & Social**—a curated experience designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, and visionaries ready to move with intention. This is where what *can’t be done on LinkedIn* finally happens. Surround yourself with driven, like-minded individuals who are building, investing, creating, and leading across the DMV. From founders and executives to rising professionals, this room brings together the people behind the conversations, contracts, and collaborations shaping the region. You have the ambition. You have the talent. But who holds access to your next opportunity? **Find them here.** **#networking #professional #music #fun #love #singles #connection** ### **What to Expect** * High-level networking with DMV professionals, business owners, and decision-makers * Real, unfiltered insights you won’t find online * Opportunities to connect, collaborate, and potentially close deals * A sophisticated R&B lounge atmosphere to vibe, sip, and build ### **Event Details** 📍 **Location:** Lisp Lounge 6339 Allentown Rd, Temple Hills, MD 🗓 **Date:** Thursday ⏰ **Time:** 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM 🎟 **Admission:** Free (RSVP Required) ### **Why You Should Attend** The DMV is a powerhouse of Black excellence—but too often, the right connections happen in rooms we’re not in. Don’t miss another one. **This isn’t just networking. This is access.** ✔ Free Parking ✔ Secure Location ✔ Professional Environment **Spots are limited — RSVP today and step into the room that can redefine your year.**

**Looking for a change of scenery from your home office? Join us for a productive coworking session followed by a casual group lunch! Whether you’re crunching numbers, clearing out your inbox, or finally finishing that project, come hang out in a comfy setting with some great company.** **The Game Plan** **• 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Coworking @ For Five Coffee** **We’ll grab some tables and get into the zone. Feel free to be as social or focused as you want. For Five has great coffee and pastries (and plenty of outlets) to keep us going.** **• 1:30 PM: Optional Lunch @ AN Asian Kitchen** **At 1:30 pm, we’ll head right across the street to refuel with some vietnamese comfort food and fellowship.** **📍 Location & Logistics** **• Rosslyn Metro Friendly: Both spots are just a 2-minute walk from the Rosslyn Metro Station (Orange, Blue, and Silver lines)** **What to bring: Your laptop, chargers, and an appetite! 🍜** **If you can’t make the whole time block, just come and go at the times that work for you!** **Can't wait to see you there!**

**Polska Dyskoteka: May Madness is coming to Vienna! 🇵🇱💃** **(Scroll down for English version ⬇️)** **BILETY:** **https://tinyurl.com/PolskaDyskoteka** **Maj to najbardziej radosny miesiąc w Polsce, a my przenosimy tę niesamowitą energię Majówki prosto do Northern Virginia!** **Od świętowania Konstytucji 3 Maja po wyjątkowy klimat Dnia Zwycięstwa, który przypada właśnie 8 maja – nie ma lepszej daty, aby zjednoczyć Polonię i wspólnie ruszyć na parkiet.** **Dołącz do PLAC SOCIAL CLUB, aby wspólnie uczcić nasze dziedzictwo i wolność do radosnej zabawy! 🥂✨** **Szczegóły wydarzenia:** ***** **📅 Kiedy: Piątek, 8 maja 2026 (Dzień Zwycięstwa!)** ***** **⏰ Godzina: 18:30 – 22:30** ***** **📍 Gdzie: The O Lounge, 2070 Chain Bridge Rd, Vienna, VA** ***** **🎧 Zagra dla Was: DJ KAAT** **Niezależnie od tego, czy świętujesz przedłużony weekend majowy, czy historyczną wagę tego dnia, May Madness to miejsce, w którym musisz być. Spodziewaj się najlepszych polskich hitów, ogromnej dawki energii i morza biało-czerwonych barw!** **Zapiszcie tę datę i do zobaczenia na parkiecie! 🔴⚪️** **IN ENGLISH:** **May is the most festive month of the year in Poland, and we are bringing that Majówka energy straight to Northern Virginia!** **TICKETS:** **https://tinyurl.com/PolskaDyskoteka** **From celebrating the Constitution on May 3rd to the spirit of Victory Day (Dzień Zwycięstwa) on May 8th, there is no better day to gather the community and dance. Join PLAC SOCIAL CLUB as we honor our heritage and celebrate the freedom to party! 🥂✨** **Event Details:** ***** **📅 When: Friday, May 8, 2026 (Victory Day!)** ***** **⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM** ***** **📍 Where: The O Lounge, 2070 Chain Bridge Rd, Vienna, VA** ***** **🎧 Featuring: DJ KAAT** **Whether you're celebrating the "Long May Weekend" or the historical significance of the day, May Madness is the place to be. Expect the best Polish hits, high energy, and a sea of white and red!** **COME JOIN US! 🔴⚪️**

This Happy Hour is devoted to professionals in the International Affairs and Development community, to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment to meet other International Affairs professionals to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in International Affairs and Development careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global development. HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign tables for each represented INDUSTRIES/SECTORS/SPECIALIZATIONS and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All industries are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular field, you would like to exchange experience. PLEASE BRING YOUR SOFT/HARD COPY BUSINESS CARDS. Rules to abide : 1\. Event is 21\+ \(bring ID\)\. 2\. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to exchange with others as well\. 3\. We all specialize in one or two fields and be willing to engage others and try to accommodate as much as possible\. 4\. If you don't specialize in the other person's required discipline\, LEAVE THEM ALONE\. 5\. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion\. 6\. This is a face\-to\-face event\. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting\, by using the comment box or direct message\. 7\. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box\. Since it sends notification to all attendees\. If you have any questions\, send a message to the organizers\. Don't write in the comment box\. 8\. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation\. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event\. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via \(info@merevents\.com\)\. 9\. When you get there\, we greet you and take you to your respective group\. 10\. Don't be shy of your specializations\. We have diplomates assigned to different countries\, who would love to learn more from your experience\. 11. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.*** ***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!*** ***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***

\#\# A low\-cost\, 6\-week advanced\-level Russian course with the non\-profit organization\, the Global Language Network\. Ready to dive into the world of Russian? Join our fun and interactive class designed especially for those new to the language. **Details** Russian Nearly Native with Gultakin Sundays from 3:00pm - 5:00pm ET Apr 12th to May 17th In-person, Farragut Square DC or Online Ready to learn? **Register [HERE](http://%5B%5B%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D)(%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D))(%5B%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D)(%5Bhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform%5D(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform))) "\[\[\[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform\](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform)\](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform)\](\[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform\](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform))").** **Additional Information** * GLN classes are open to everyone over 18 years of age. * Have a credit or stipend to apply to your payment? Learn more about our credit, stipend, and refund policy on the [Pricing & Course Levels page.](http://%5B%5B%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D)(%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D))(%5B%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D)(%5Bhttps://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels%5D(https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels))) "\[\[\[https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels\](https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels)\](https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels)\](\[https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels\](https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels))") **About GLN** We are a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to "Use Language as a Tool to Help Fix Our World." Since 2015 we have been rated #1 Best Language Classes in Washington, DC by Yelp! We are so happy and grateful to have you join our network and we appreciate your support of our mission.

\#\# A low\-cost\, 6\-week beginner\-level Uzbek course with the non\-profit organization\, the Global Language Network\. Ready to dive into the world of Uzbek? Join our fun and interactive class designed especially for those new to the language. **Details** Uzbek Foreigner with Ozoda Sundays from 1:00pm - 3:00pm ET April 12th to May 17th In-person, Farragut Square DC Ready to learn? **Register [HERE](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem9IdJEYqsE91SvfEEjIe8FuvoAjOusgE2ab_qkvm3apyjzg/viewform).** **Additional Information** * GLN classes are open to everyone over 18 years of age. * Have a credit or stipend to apply to your payment? Learn more about our credit, stipend, and refund policy on the [Pricing & Course Levels page.](https://thegln.org/pricing-%26-course-levels) **About GLN** We are a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to "Use Language as a Tool to Help Fix Our World." Since 2015 we have been rated #1 Best Language Classes in Washington, DC by Yelp! We are so happy and grateful to have you join our network and we appreciate your support of our mission.

To secure your spot, purchase your ticket from the Eventbrite link (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vegan-dinner-and-social-tickets-157258248655). RSVPing only on the Meetup Page doesn't allow you to attend the Event. ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT. DUE TO COVID. ABOUT THE EVENT Join us at our laid-back Sunday night shindig. Ticket price includes a Berlin style Veggiewurst served with sauerkraut and in-house made sauce on a pretzel bun AND One Eastern European Beer. Cash Bar afterwards (which means you pay as you go). As per DC Government guidelines this is a sit down dinning event. Maximum of six people will be seated per table. We have super limited spots! Get your tickets soon and in advance. So that we reserve your seat. ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED. After dinner, we will rotate dinners from table to table. So that everyone meets everyone. You would get to meet your future friends/acquaintances/buddies/pals /partner-in-crimes or may be more:) To hang out/go out or do things together. Also, this is an ideal event if you are new in town or not! DOUBLE MASK IS THE NEW MASK! LET US NOT DROP DOWN OUR GUARD. EVEN THOUGH, WE ARE VACCINATED. THE VIRUS IS STILL AROUND WITH DIFFERENT VARIANTS. * Come one, come all, YOU CAN FLY SOLO TOO; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended! * Feel free to invite your friends. They don't necessarily have to be a member * Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us * Event is 21+ We are at 50% capacity. So, please drink for two:) As we all know, the hospitality industry is badly hit by the crisis and be generous to your bartenders and waitresses. Due to the pandemic the entire set up of this event is changed: * We will be complying with all CDC, state, and local guidelines. * Occupancy never exceeds 50%. * Temperature check for staff and patrons. Payment Instructions : 1. You should login from a PC to see the 'Pay Now' button, after RSVPing. Then hit the button. 2. Verify correct dollar amount for number of people you're paying for. 3. If you don't have a Paypal account, click "Pay with a Debit or Credit Card". 4. If you have a Paypal account, simply log in, and pay as you normally would via Paypal. Refund & Ticket Resell Policy All sales are final. We only refund the full amount, if the event is canceled. If it is rescheduled, we will send an email to those who RSVPed 'YES' advising that. A full refund will be given to those that let us know within 2 calendar days of the update email, if you are unable to make it on the new date. No refunds will be given after that time. However, you can sell your ticket to someone else if you are unable to attend. Please, feel free to post in the comment box for the event, that you have a ticket for sale. Work out payment between yourselves, and have the seller only send the organizer a message letting us know the full name of the person taking your spot. You must let us know two hours before the RSVP close time, on the day of the event. METRO & PARKING INFO : Street Parking might be a challenge. Also, the event involves drinking and we highly recommend a shared ride or taxi service. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. **FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITE LINK AND PURCHASE TICKET. IT RULES.**

Sara Su Jones, a professional violinist and native Esperanto speaker from Chicago, will present a free 45-minute concert with Tatyana Stepanova, pianist. She has invited us to meet with her immediately after the concert so we can all chat together in Esperanto! Washington Esperanto Meetup members who wish to extend the meetup will walk to a nearby restaurant for lunch. Sara Su Jones, profesia violonisto kaj denaska parolanto de Esperanto el Ĉikago, prezentos senpagan 45-minutan koncerton kun Tatyana Stepanova, pianisto. Ŝi invitas nin renkonti ŝin tuj post la koncerto por babili kune en Esperanto! Poste, tiuj membroj de Washington Esperanto Meetup kiuj deziras daŭrigi la renkontiĝon piediros al proksima restoracio por tagmanĝi kune. Additional details: Violinist Sara Su Jones and pianist Tatyana Stepanova present a free lunchtime recital (at 12:15 PM Eastern) in the heart of DC as part of the Music at Midday concert series at the beautiful, historic National City Christian Church. Free admission; freewill offering. Free parking at the church ([https://nationalcitycc.org/directions-parking/](https://nationalcitycc.org/directions-parking/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRDhPOEdJcnhIT0NXaWxDbnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6M-u_x2tNkMbmPw31Ta0Ktq2_mM8uqmdWC3cxHL4afqAVf-lEz4oRb1S7-og_aem_iUjer5mw9thm3rVyA-LkzA)). Livestream: [https://youtube.com/@friendsofnationalcitychristian...](https://youtube.com/@friendsofnationalcitychristian?si=qnUXMPk1B1K7Q8Jt&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRDhPOEdJcnhIT0NXaWxDbnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6M-u_x2tNkMbmPw31Ta0Ktq2_mM8uqmdWC3cxHL4afqAVf-lEz4oRb1S7-og_aem_iUjer5mw9thm3rVyA-LkzA) Program: Clara Schumann (1819–1896): Romances, op. 22 (1853) I. Andante molto III. Leidenschaftlich schnell Elena Kats-Chernin (b. 1957): Butterflying (2003), Slicked Back Tango (1995) Marguerite Canal (1890–1978): Lied (Song) (1913) Florence Price (1887–1953): Elfentanz (Elves’ Dance) (undated) Lili Boulanger (1893–1918): Nocturne (1911) Clarice Assad (b. 1978): Emotiva (2020) Cecile Chaminade (1857–1944): Capriccio, op. 18 (1890) Artist Bios: As duo partners for nearly two decades, Chicago-based violinist Sara Su Jones and Ukrainian-American pianist Tatyana Stepanova have given recitals at the Harvard Club of New York as well as in Reykjavik, Iceland; Washington, DC; and Andover, Massachusetts. Their Chicago-area appearances include the Driehaus Museum's Third Wednesday Concert Series, the Noonday Concert Series at Fourth Presbyterian Church, and the Charles Gates Dawes House, as well as sold-out concerts at Glessner House, the Cliff Dwellers Club, and Newberry Library. The duo has appeared multiple times on “Live from WFMT,” the flagship recital-and-conversation series of Chicago’s classical-music radio station. Their eclectic, creative programming often highlights striking but little-known works, and Sara Su’s insightful commentary and storytelling enliven the duo’s performances. Hailed as a “violinist of enviable gifts” by a Chicago Sun-Times music critic, **Sara Su Jones** was the 2022 winner of the American Prize (instrumental soloist) and has been a featured soloist on WFMT, WBEZ, and BBC Radio. A top prizewinner in competitions in both the US and UK, including that of the Harvard Musical Association, Sara Su has given numerous recitals abroad, including with her partner, longtime WFMT host and pianist Dennis Moore, in London, Lisbon, and Reykjavik. She earned an A.B. (Economics) and J.D., both with honors from Harvard, where she served for three years as concertmaster of the Harvard-Radcliffe Orchestra. Sara Su worked as a consultant at McKinsey and as a lawyer at Ropes & Gray before founding her educational-coaching business. She performs on a violin made for her in 2017 by the Icelandic luthier Hans Johannsson. **Tatyana Stepanova** is a noted performer and teacher, praised as a “fine” and “persuasive” pianist (Chicago Tribune). A Kyiv native and graduate of the Tchaikovsky (Kyiv) and Rimsky-Korsakov (St. Petersburg) State Conservatories, she has performed with members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the orchestra of the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Tatyana teaches at Midwest Young Artists and has also served as a faculty accompanist at Northwestern. She is a sought-after teacher and chamber-music coach; her piano students and chamber groups have won prizes in the CSO Young Artists and Walgreens National Concerto Competitions, as well as in the Fischoff, Discover, Barnett, and M-Prize national chamber music competitions. 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**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month John Lairson will share a notebook describing the Alpaca (Paper) Trading API and discuss different algorithms for evaluating stock trades. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com

Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel. Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger. Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life. Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.

This year's Eurovision Song Contest is being held in Vienna, Austria, and the finals are scheduled for 16 May 2026. The [Scandinavian Club of Columbus](https://www.scandiclub.com/) will be co-hosting a viewing party for the final event in conjunction with Germania and the [Columbus Maennerchor](https://www.maennerchor.com/). The delayed televised viewing will take place at the Germania. The program will start around 2:00 p.m. and the singing will **start around 3:00 p.m**. There will be a **cash bar**, and those in attendance can **bring food or snacks** for themselves and or to share with the groups. **Suggested donation: $10/person** to help cover the cost of the venue.

Let’s meet, wander the exhibits and open galleries, and enjoy an evening out in the Franklinton Arts District. (Nearby pay parking is available in the garage on McDowell, right around the corner from One Line Coffee, and, past it along the curb as McDowell dead ends.)

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

Do you feel introverted when you are in a group setting? Are you shy? Do other people have more fun than you do? There are simple life hacks you can use to improve your connection to others and improve your social life. Talking is one thing. Truly connecting is altogether another. It's the whole experience of connecting with people and forming relationships. It includes the joy, understanding, and love formed among people. * In our meetings, you will learn: * A simple life hack to increase your liking and tolerance of other people, or even of yourself! * How to become more interested and enjoy conversations with people. * How to be comfortable in social settings. * How to be yourself * How to become more extroverted and, * How to make connections with people. Feeling lonely, isolated, or bored? This local meeting is exactly what you need! Come join us! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

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