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A Night in Athens: Dinner and Music Under the Stars
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Experience Greek culture with live music, dance, and traditional cuisine during a magical evening in Athens.
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Join us for an unforgettable cultural night in the heart of Athens! A Night in Athens: Dinner and Music Under the Stars brings together the best of Greek tradition — vibrant live music, captivating dances, and authentic flavors.
🎶 Musical Journey
Enjoy a rich program featuring songs and dances from across Greece. Our talented performers will guide you through rhythms old and new — and you’ll even have the chance to join in and learn a few moves yourself!
🍴 Greek Cuisine
Savor freshly prepared dishes made with local ingredients. Options include halal-certified meats, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free plates, paired with your choice of wine, beer, or soft drinks.
🌌 Atmosphere
Set under the stars, the evening combines hospitality, culture, and fun. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout the venue, so you can share your experience instantly.
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📍 Location
Athens — exact venue details provided upon booking.
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This is more than a dinner — it’s a cultural immersion. Whether you’re a local, an Erasmus+ student, or an international visitor, you’ll leave with new memories, new friends, and a deeper connection to Greek heritage.
FOOD & DRINKS ARE NOT INCLUDED. MUST BE PURCHASED AT THE VENUE.
Walk in the old town of town monastiraky.
Join us for a unique bilingual experience as we explore the heart of Athens on a hilarious walking tour. Whether you are a local looking to see your city in a new light or a visitor eager to discover the hidden gems, this tour promises to be entertaining and informative. Our guides will share fascinating stories and amusing anecdotes in both English and Spanish, making it a fun and interactive experience for everyone.
Get ready to stroll through the picturesque streets of Athens, soaking in the rich history and vibrant culture that surrounds you. This is not your average walking tour – be prepared for laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories. Come along with friends or make new ones as we embark on this engaging adventure together. Join us for a truly one-of-a-kind experience in the beautiful city of Athens!
Original Athens Pub Crawl
***Note:*** *We receive bookings from many different platforms, so you can expect a lively group with people joining from all over the world. When you join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl**, you’ll be part of a fun, social crowd ready to explore the city together.*
**The New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl includes 1 Hour Open Bar - All You Can Drink**
### Original Athens Pub Crawl – Explore Athens by Night:
Looking for the best way to experience Athens nightlife? The **Original Athens Pub Crawl** is the ultimate evening adventure for travelers who want to explore the city after dark, meet new people, and enjoy an unforgettable night out. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups, this crawl takes you through some of Athens’ most exciting nightlife districts, mixing popular venues with hidden local gems.
Led by friendly local hosts, you’ll discover Athens in a whole new light—through its buzzing atmosphere, music, and social energy. Expect a night filled with fun activities, interactive games, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow travelers from around the world.
Whether you’re here for one night or a full holiday, the Original Athens Pub Crawl guarantees a memorable evening of laughter, culture, and new friendships.
**Highlights:**
* Experience Athens nightlife with local hosts and fellow travelers
* Explore a mix of lively venues, social spots, and hidden gems
* Join fun games and activities that keep the energy going all night
* Meet new friends from across the globe in a relaxed, friendly setting
* A perfect choice for solo adventurers, groups of friends, or party lovers
Make your trip to Athens unforgettable—join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl** and dive into the city’s vibrant night scene!
Athens Party Pub Crawl with Unlimited Drinks & Nightclub Access
**Get ready to hop from bar to bar, sip on unlimited drinks, and dance the night away at the Athens Party Pub Crawl - it's gonna be legendary!**
## Highlights
* Feel the rush of excitement of **meeting new people** and dancing the night away
* Opt to include an **open bar for 1 hour**, including beer and wine or long drinks
* Be led by **experienced and fun local hosts** and explore Athen's nightlife
* **Dance, drink, and mingle** with fellow party enthusiasts from around the globe
* Breeze past long lines at the nightclub and relax knowing **entry is covered**
## Full description
Experience the ultimate night in Athens with 1 FULL HOUR of Unlimited Drinks (8€ - 35€+ Value!)\*, free shots, and Free Nightclub Access (10€ Value!) while meeting nightlife lovers from around the world!
Get ready to celebrate like never before with the Best Pub Crawl in Athens! Embark on an epic pub crawl through Athens' hottest nightlife spots. Dance, drink, and mingle with fellow nightlife enthusiasts from around the globe. Enjoy an hour of unlimited drinks and free shots at each\* venue, while our energetic party hosts lead you through the night. Skip the lines and get access to the city's best clubs. Book now and make your night in Athens unforgettable!
**\* We offer three ticket options:**
1\. The **Sober Owl Ticket**: Does not include an open bar \| Includes: A Free Shot at each Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club
2\. The **Tipsy Owl Ticket**: Includes 1 hour of unlimited beer or wine\. \| Also includes: Free Shot at 1st & Last Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club
3\. The **Drunken Owl Ticket**: Includes 1 hour of unlimited long drinks \(Gin/Vodka/Rum/Tequila\)\, beer\, and wine\. \| Also includes: Free Shot at 1st & Last Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club
## Includes
* Local Experienced event host(s)
* Bar crawl: Visit 2 Bars & 1 Nightclub
* 1 hour of unlimited drinks (depending on ticket option chosen)
* 2-3 Free Shots (depending on ticket option chosen)
* Discounts in Cocktails (1st Venue)
* Skip-the-line & Free entry to Nightclub
## What to bring
* Your Best Mood 🤩
* Comfortable shoes for dancing 🕺💃
* Camera
* Charged Smartphone
## Not allowed
* Intoxication
## Know before you go
* This is an Adults only event. 18+ years old
## Booking Terms & Conditions - Code of Conduct
By participating in any event (including pub crawls) organised and hosted by Athens Party Pub Crawl, you the participant & every person your booking is consisted of, agree to the following terms and conditions without restriction: [https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct](https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct "https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct")
Singles Events Athens | Welcome Call | Say Goodbye to Endless Swipes
IF THE EVENT IS FULL, PLEASE USE THE LINK BELOW TO SIGN UP
Ready to meet people who value depth, presence, and real connection?
It starts here.
👉 Join us: [https://www.consciousconnectionsclub.com/join](https://www.consciousconnectionsclub.com/join)
Passcode to Zoom: 978508
Doors close 3 minutes after we begin — to support safety and full presence.
### What to Expect
If you're tired of small talk, dating apps, or social spaces that feel disconnected — you're not alone.
In just 30 minutes, you’ll experience how our Connection Games create a different kind of space: grounded, spacious, playful, and real.
This is not a drop-in or matchmaking event.
It’s a slow, intentional process of meeting people who care about conscious relating, emotional awareness, and nervous system-regulated connection.
After completing a Welcome Call, you’ll be invited to join our events in the city you are based or locations you visit regularly (more than 20+ locations worldwide).
### What You’ll Walk Away With
Presence & Ease
No performance. No pressure. Just being yourself — and meeting others doing the same.
Friendships That Matter
Many walk away with deep, lasting friendships. Sometimes romance unfolds. That said, the focus is on connection — and growth.
Relational Skills That Stay With You
Our games and practices support self-awareness, curiosity, and co-regulation — tools you can bring into conversations anywhere: dates, friendships, even family dinners.
### How to Join
Everyone starts with a Welcome Call — unless personally invited by one of our members.
This helps us create intentional, safe, and aligned spaces.
📍 Join the call: [Click here to join](https://www.consciousconnectionsclub.com/join)
Zoom link will be emailed. Can’t find it? Search: connect@consciousconnectionsclub.com
### Upon Completing Your Call, You'll Get:
* Access to RSVP for our facilitated singles events
* 25% off your first ticket (when eligible)
* The chance to meet people in your city who match your values
### This Is For You If:
* You’re craving more realness, laughter, and depth
* You’re new in town, navigating change, or done with modern dating fatigue
* You value personal growth, mindfulness, and authentic connection
* You’re curious about yourself and others
Some people leave the call thinking:
“Where have you all been my whole life?”
Others realize it’s not their scene — and that’s perfect too.
### Already Know This Is Your Scene?
Or just want to put your name down for your city?
👉 [https://consciousconnectionsclub.com/join](https://consciousconnectionsclub.com/join)
(You’ll still need to attend a Welcome Call before joining any event.)
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### Clarifying Meetup Numbers
Numbers shown on Meetup ≠ actual attendees.
Everyone you’ll meet has completed a Welcome Call or been invited by one of our members — so the space starts aligned, safe, and meaningful.
### A Quick Note on Privacy
Your info stays with us.
We never sell or share your data — it’s only used to support your experience and help you connect with aligned people.
This isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about slowing down, showing up, and letting real connection happen.
We’d love to meet you.
[Join the Welcome Call.](http://consciousconnectionsclub.com/join)
Wilderness Hiking Events This Week
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Founders Running Club :: Athens
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
More about FRC global:
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 55+ cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community**
[http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
[http://instagram.com/frcathens](http://instagram.com/frcathens)
**Stay updated**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
W/D RETREAT FOR THE NEW YEAR 2026 - With Northern Deer Alexander in Olympus Mt!!
#### 👋 Αγαπητοί Φίλοι...
Εδώ είναι τα 5 σημαντικά νέα στοιχεία που θα χρειαστείτε για το Νέο Έτος του 2026!
* Η πρόθεσή σας ➜ μεταφρασμένη σε ένα χειροπιαστό και συγκεκριμένο Στόχο
* Ένα Σχέδιο δράσης
* Τα Βήματα αυτού του Σχεδίου
* Ημερομηνίες & Σημεία Ελέγχου για να μπορείτε να παρακολουθείτε την Πρόοδό σας
* Έμπνευση (γρήγορη ώθηση) για να ξεκινήσετε και αυτοπεποίθηση/κίνητρο (σταθερή ώθηση) για να συνεχίσετε
🎁 **Bonus**: **Χρειάζεται να γνωρίζετε τους Νόμους της Προσωπικής Δύναμης & Υλοποίησης και να γίνετε Μάστερ και Ηγέτες της Ζωής σας!**
Μελετήστε βαθειά, εξασκηθείτε σκληρά και ονειρευτείτε μεγάλα πράγματα για το μέλλον σας!
Η Επιτυχία πραγματικά σας περιμένει - Θα το τολμήσετε αυτή τη φορα;
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**Καλωσορίσατε στο Retreat «Μύηση στο 2026» στον Όλυμπο!**
Θα μείνουμε σε ένα όμορφο μέρος μπροστά στη θάλασσα, το Summitzero Hostel, και θα εξερευνήσουμε **τη νούμερο ένα γνώση** που χρειάζεστε για να μπείτε στο 2026 με νοοτροπία νικητή και να σχεδιάσετε τον μετασχηματισμό σας.
Η αλήθεια είναι ότι η αλλαγή δεν είναι εύκολη. Όχι λόγω της φύσης της αλλαγής αυτής καθαυτής (*τα παιδιά είναι χαρούμενα να αλλάξουν και να ξεκινήσουν κάτι νέο σε μια στιγμή*) αλλά λόγω της κοινωνικής διαμόρφωσης που μας έχει συνηθίσει να ακολουθούμε τον δρόμο της ελάχιστης προσπάθειας και να επιδιώκουμε πάντα την άνεση.
Η πικρή αλήθεια είναι ότι έχουμε συνηθίσει **τόσο πολύ** αυτό το μοτίβο (*όλα τα μέσα κοινωνικής δικτύωσης και η κοινωνική πλύση εγκεφάλου στοχεύουν να κάνουν τον μεγαλύτερο στόχο μας μια πιο άνετη φυσική ζωή*) που μας φαίνεται **σχεδόν αδύνατο** να το δούμε και να δράσουμε διαφορετικά.
**ΚΑΛΑ ΝΕΑ!**
Υπάρχει τρόπος!
Αν θέλετε **πραγματικά** να αλλάξετε και έχετε κουραστεί από την ίδια μέτρια ζωή, κάντε ένα δώρο στον εαυτό σας και **αποφασίστε να αλλάξετε!**
**Σας περιμένω σε αυτό το μίνι-retreat στην αρχή της νέας χρονιάς για να σας μυήσω στη γνώση του μετασχηματισμού και να δημιουργήσουμε ένα πλάνο μαζί** (και μαζί με άλλους ανθρώπους σαν εσάς που επιθυμούν το ίδιο πράγμα).
**Σας περιμένω στον Όλυμπο!**
Ν.D
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**Προσοχή Παρακαλώ!! 🎉**
**Η Νέα Χρονιά Απαιτεί να Σταματήσουμε τις Δικαιολογίες & να Πραγματοποιήσουμε τα Όνειρά μας!**
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**Πρόγραμμα για αυτό το Μίνι Retreat:**
**Παρασκευή, 26 Δεκεμβρίου**
* **Άφιξη στο Summitzero το μεσημέρι**
* Καλωσόρισμα και θέσπιση προθέσεων
* Πρακτικές Αφύπνισης Προσωπικής Δύναμης
* **🍴 Μεσημεριανό**
* Εντοπισμός του τι θέλουμε για το μέλλον μας
* Πώς να σχεδιάσετε και να εκτελέσετε με αυτοπεποίθηση
* Δημιουργία βημάτων για το μέλλον
* 🍽️ **Δείπνο**
* Τελετή Με το Σαμανικό Τύμπανο για τον Νέο Χρόνο
**Σάββατο, 27 Δεκεμβρίου**
* **Πρωινή Πρακτική** για Αναζωογόνηση και Ενδυνάμωση
* 🍽️ **Πρωινό**
* Επίσκεψη στο Όρος Όλυμπος
* 🍴 **Μεσημεριανό**
* Πώς να Παραμείνετε με Κίνητρο & Οι Νόμοι της Προσωπικής Δύναμης που χρειάζεται να ακολουθήσετε από εδώ και στο εξής (Θεωρία & Πρακτικές).
* 🍽️ **Δείπνο**
* Βραδινή Τελετουργία μεταμόρφωσης των κατώτερων ενεργειών σε δύναμη, αυτοαγάπη και σοφία μέσα από την αρχαία μυστική γνώση της Αστρολογίας.
**Κυριακή, 28 Δεκεμβρίου**
* **Πρωινή Πρακτική** για Αναζωογόνηση και Ενδυνάμωση
* 🍽️ **Πρωινό**
* 🏛️ **Επίσκεψη στο ΔΙΟΝ**, τον Αρχαιολογικό Χώρο του Αρχαίου Ναού αφιερωμένου στον Βασιλιά των Θεών της Αρχαίας Ελλάδας, τον Δία. Ο Δίας αντιπροσωπεύει την ικανότητα να παίρνουμε αποφάσεις και να γινόμαστε οι κυρίαρχοι της ίδιας μας της ζωής. Μέσα από αυτήν την επίσκεψη θα λάβουμε ενέργεια και διδασκαλίες για το πώς να αντλούμε αυτές τις ποιότητες από την ίδια μας την ύπαρξη και να τις καλλιεργούμε εφαρμόζοντάς τες στην καθημερινή μας ζωή. Θα λάβουμε μια ευλογία από τα πνεύματα του τόπου και, αν είστε έτοιμοι, από τον ίδιο τον Θεό!
* 🍴 **Μεσημεριανό**
* ✨ Ολοκλήρωση του retreat και αναχώρηση!
**Ο δρόμος είναι ανοιχτός για το μέλλον μας!!**
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**Συμμετοχή & Εγγραφή:**
Για συμμετοχή, χρειάζεται να κάνετε προεγγραφή με προκαταβολή 110€.
(ΠΑΤΗΣΤΕ ΕΔΩ: [https://www.woworld.org/newyear-olympus](https://www.woworld.org/olympus-newyear) )
* ***ή εγγραφείτε μεσω του meetup εδώ στην σελίδα που ήδη βρίσκετστε πληρώνοντας το συνολικό ποσό***
* **Κόστος Συμμετοχής:** 295€ (185€ εκπαίδευση/σεμινάριο + 10€ είσοδος στον αρχαιολογικό χώρο + 100€ διαμονή με 7 γεύματα).
* **Early Bird\*\***\* – Κάντε την εγγραφή σας έως τις **4 Δεκεμβρίου** και λάβετε έκπτωση **30€** (συνολικό κόστος: **265€**).
Filopappou walk and coffee
After a long time, we’re happy to organise a city hike MeetUp again.
We’ll meet at 2:00 pm in front of the Acropolis Museum and start our walk towards the main entrance of Filopappou Hill. We'll visit the Philopappou Monument and several other historical sites.
This green hill in the heart of Athens hides (and shows) a rich collection of Greek history, spanning from around 500 BC to the 19th century. Democracy was born here. We can still visit its cradle.
Every step unfolds a new breathtaking view on the Acropolis, the entire city of Athens, and her surroundings.
The pace will be relaxed, with time to look around and talk.
After the walk, those who wish can join us for coffee at Brysaki:
[https://share.google/kGFKketE0d4LFuJ7X](https://share.google/kGFKketE0d4LFuJ7X)
Christmas Karaoke Night
🎄🎤 If you can scream-sing it in your shower, you can own the stage this Christmas! 🎶✨
Get into the holiday spirit at our Christmas Karaoke Party —
📅 Saturday, 27 December
⏰ 9 PM
📍 2ten Athens, Ermou 135, Athens
FREE ENTRANCE
Sing your favorite classics (holiday hits included 🎅🎵), vibe with an international crowd 🌍, share drinks 🍹, and make merry memories that’ll warm your heart and leave your voice a little hoarse. 💫
Don’t overthink it — grab your friends and come celebrate Christmas the fun way!
💬 Message NomadHubGreece on Instagram or Facebook to reserve your spot!
Don’t stay home singing carols to your shampoo bottle — come sing with a crowd that cheers louder than Santa’s sleigh bells! 😎🎄🎤
Shamanic Ceremony for the Beginning of the New Year 2026 – Athens
*(Μπορείτε να βρείτε αυτό το event (και να εγγραφείτε) και στο FB εδώ:* [https://www.facebook.com/events/1415524126569928](https://www.facebook.com/events/1415524126569928) )
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**❗️ Κάντε 𝟱 Μεγάλα Βήματα για Ένα Υπέροχο 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! - με τον 𝑁𝘰𝑟𝘵ℎ𝘦𝑟𝘯 𝘋𝑒𝘦𝑟**
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◾️ **Δεν Έχετε Ζήσει Ποτέ Κάτι Παρόμοιο!**
Καλωσορίστε στο Τελετουργικό Έναρξης/Μύησης του 2026 με τον Northern Deer Alexander & την Ομάδα WOW!
Όπως έχει καθιερωθεί από την WOW (World Of Wisdom & Spiritual Adventure), κάθε χρόνο γιορτάζουμε και ξεκινάμε τη ζωή μας με Ενδυνάμωση και ένα Μαγικό Τελετουργικό!
Ξεκινώντας το 2026, θα εγκαινιάσουμε το ΝΕΟ, γιορτάζοντας και ενδυναμώνοντας τις προθέσεις και τους εαυτούς μας σε ενότητα με το Πνεύμα του Σύμπαντος!
Θέλουμε αυτή η Δύναμη του "Πνεύματος της Νέας Χρονιάς" να είναι μαζί μας το 2026, σε κάθε τομέα της ζωής μας!
Αυτά τα τελετουργικά έχουν βοηθήσει πολλούς ανθρώπους να ενδυναμωθούν και (καθαρίζοντας το παρελθόν) να ανοίξουν τον δρόμο για ένα Νέο Μέλλον!
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◾️ **Γιορτάζουμε με ένα τελετουργικό που περιλαμβάνει πέντε μέρη:**
➜ Τελετουργικό Τσαγιού
➜ Το Μαγικό Κουτί των Προθέσεων
➜ Σαμανικό Ταξίδι για τη Νέα Χρονιά στους τέσσερις κόσμους
➜ Προσωπικό Μήνυμα Πνεύματος για ΕΣΑΣ
➜ Προβλέψεις Ταρώ για τη Νέα Χρονιά!
Σας περιμένουμε και φέτος να γιορτάσουμε μαζί και να χτίσουμε το θεμέλιο της ενδυνάμωσης για το νέο μας Μέλλον!!
Με αγάπη,
Northern Deer Alexander
Ιδρυτής της Κοινότητας WORLD OF WISDOM & SPIRITUAL ADVENTURE
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➡️ **Ελάτε στην Σαμανική Τελετή Για το 2026!**
Το τελετουργικό μας περιλαμβάνει πέντε μέρη:
🔹 **Πρώτο Μέρος** \- Τελετουργικό Τσαγιού
Μια αρχαία μέθοδος για να συνδεθείτε με τον Ανώτερο Εαυτό σας και τις βαθύτερες αλήθειες και προθέσεις σας! Πίνοντας τσάι μαζί, θα εστιάσουμε προθέσεις στο μαγικό αυτό για μας ποτό μοιραζόμενοι ευχές και ευλογίες για το υψηλότερο δυνατό πεπρωμένο στη ζωή.
🔹 **Δεύτερο Μέρος** \- Το Μαγικό Κουτί των Προθέσεων
Ένα πραγματικό κουτί με ενέργεια, ενεργοποιημένο από τον Northern Deer Alexander, όπου θα τοποθετήσετε τις προθέσεις σας για τη χρονιά, γραμμένες σε ένα μικρό χαρτί. Αυτό θα εστιάσει τις προθέσεις σας και θα προετοιμάσει το επόμενο τελετουργικό.
🔹 **Τρίτο Μέρος** \- Σαμανικό Ταξίδι στους Τέσσερις Κόσμους
Με πρόθεση να καθαρίσουμε το παρελθόν (είτε το προηγούμενο έτος είτε θέματα ζωής) και να ξεκινήσουμε από την αρχή, και να δημιουργούμε μια ευτυχισμένη ζωή από το 2026! Ένα ισχυρό "ενεργό διαλογιστικό ταξίδι" με τύμπανο, για βαθιά εσωτερική αλλαγή. Απαραίτητο: στρώμα γιόγκα ή κάτι για να ξαπλώσετε.
🔹 **Τέταρτο Μέρος** \- Προσωπικό Μήνυμα Πνεύματος για ΕΣΑΣ
Ο Northern Deer Alexander έχει προετοιμάσει μηνύματα από το Συμπαντικό Πνεύμα, και θα κληθείτε να διαλέξετε ένα για να ενδυναμώσετε τον προορισμό σας στη ζωή.
🔹 **Πέμπτο Μέρος** \- Τελετουργικό Ταρώ
Θα διαλέξετε μια κάρτα που σηματοδοτεί μια σημαντική πτυχή που θα χρειαστεί να δουλέψετε μέσα στη χρονιά. Ο Northern Deer Alexander θα παρέχει μικρές προσωπικές προβλέψεις/συμβουλές για κάθε συμμετέχοντα ανάλογα με την κάρτα του.
Σας περιμένουμε με αγάπη να ζήσετε αυτή τη μαγεία της μεταμόρφωσης και την πιο μοναδική εμπειρία της ζωής σας!
Καλά Χριστούγεννα & Ευτυχισμένο το Νέο Έτος!
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◾️ **Πληροφορίες Εκδήλωσης**
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**IN ENGLISH:**
Start 2026 with clarity, power and intention.
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Original Athens Pub Crawl
***Note:*** *We receive bookings from many different platforms, so you can expect a lively group with people joining from all over the world. When you join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl**, you’ll be part of a fun, social crowd ready to explore the city together.*
**The New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl includes 1 Hour Open Bar - All You Can Drink**
### Original Athens Pub Crawl – Explore Athens by Night:
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Led by friendly local hosts, you’ll discover Athens in a whole new light—through its buzzing atmosphere, music, and social energy. Expect a night filled with fun activities, interactive games, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow travelers from around the world.
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**Highlights:**
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Chriatmas KARAOKE party!
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Get into the holiday spirit at our Christmas Karaoke Party —
📅 Saturday, 27 December
⏰ 9 PM
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FREE ENTRANCE
Sing your favorite classics (holiday hits included 🎅🎵), vibe with an international crowd 🌍, share drinks 🍹, and make merry memories that’ll warm your heart and leave your voice a little hoarse. 💫
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Wilderness Hiking Events Near You
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Highbanks After Dark: Christmas Lights
**Summary**
I love hiking [Highbanks](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/highbanks/) in the winter after the sun has gone down. Highbanks is never really dark -- there's too much ambient light from Lewis Center. But I love the trails at night. When I started hiking Highbanks, I was afraid of getting lost and particularly at night. But now that I know my way around, nighttime is one of my favorite times to hike there.
In addition, near the end of our hike, we will take a few minutes to walk around the Nature Center and look at the Christmas lights. (The Nature Center itself will be closed, however, by the time we get to it.)
We will meet next to the restrooms at the [Big Meadows Picnic Area](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/HBK_Web_1980.png). They're all the way at the back of the park, and they can be found at coordinates [40°09'06.6"N 83°02'30.2"W](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40%C2%B009'06.6%22N+83%C2%B002'30.2%22W/@40.151828,-83.0423587,214m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zNDDCsDA5JzA4LjAiTiA4M8KwMDEnNDUuMSJX!8m2!3d40.1522222!4d-83.0291944!3m3!8m2!3d40.151827!4d-83.041715?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) (near the playground and the zip line).
We'll hike about 5 miles on the Dripping Rock and Overlook Trails. Afterward, we'll head over to [Olentangy River Brewing](https://www.olentangybrew.com/) for drinks and [food](https://www.olentangybrew.com/eventsandfood). Last year, the weather wasn't too terrible, and the Brewery had their patio fire pits going and we were able to sit outside. The fire pits at night are kind of amazing.
The actual address of the brewery is [303 Green Meadows Dr S, Lewis Center, OH 43035](https://www.google.com/maps/place/303+Green+Meadows+Dr+S,+Lewis+Center,+OH+43035/@40.1551938,-83.0144045,17.25z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8838f395cef06c97:0xe407de61b3e30069!8m2!3d40.1551765!4d-83.0124352!16s%2Fg%2F11c26jc7j9?entry=ttu). If you can't make the hike, we should be there by 7:45.
**How to find our starting point in Big Meadows**
If you are new to Highbanks, the Big Meadows picnic area is 1.5 miles into the park just after you turn into the park off of U.S. Route 23. That is, after you enter the park, drive a mile and a half into the park. You will come to a crosswalk with a yield sign in the middle of it (this is not to be confused with the first such crosswalk you come to just in front of the Nature Center, which you arrive at maybe a quarter of a mile into the park).
Just after this second crosswalk, make a left. Then make another almost immediate left into the parking lot on your left. There you will see the jungle gym and the kiddie zip line to your left. I will be just in front of the restrooms just a bit further down from the jungle gym and picnic shelter; the restroom building will also be on your left.
**Note on our starting time**
Highbanks closes at 8:00 this time of year, and they get kind of snarly about getting everyone out of the park by then. So please be on time for this hike. I want to allow two hours for the hike and be back at Big Meadows by 7:30. So we're shoving off at 5:30, with or without a quorum.
Trails & Valentines! Quarry Trails Metro Park / Johnnie's Tavern
***(She loves me!)* A Brief History of Quarry Trails**
[Quarry Trails Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/quarry-trails/) traces its origins to a vast limestone quarry operated by the Marble Cliff Quarry Company starting in the early 20th century. The site, located along the Scioto River west of downtown, supplied crushed stone for local construction projects and roads throughout central Ohio. Operations peaked mid-century, with massive excavation creating deep pits and steep cliffs that reshaped the landscape. By the 1980s, demand declined, and the southern section of the quarry closed (with the northern section of the quarry remaining in operation to this day by a separate company), leaving behind scarred terrain and abandoned equipment. Environmental concerns arose as the area became a dumping ground and off-road playground for locals. Columbus Metro Parks began eyeing the property in the 1990s for potential reclamation into public green space.
In 2015, Metro Parks acquired the initial 180 acres from the quarry's owners, marking a pivotal step toward transformation. Thrive Companies, a local developer, partnered in the deal to build adjacent housing while funding park improvements. Cleanup efforts removed tons of debris, stabilized cliffs, and addressed water quality in the flooded quarries. Planners envisioned a mix of adventure and preservation, incorporating the site's industrial remnants as features. Community input from nearby Grandview Heights and Hilliard residents shaped early designs. The project gained momentum with state and federal grants supporting habitat restoration.
The park officially opened its first phase in November 2021, featuring 3.5 miles of trails, a waterfall overlook, and climbing walls on the quarry faces. Visitors quickly embraced the unique terrain, with mountain biking loops and a 25-foot waterfall drawing crowds from across the metro area. Metro Parks added a canoe/kayak launch on the Scioto River, connecting to the city's broader trail network. Dog parks and picnic areas rounded out the amenities, making it a year-round destination. Expansion continued with land acquisitions pushing the total toward 600 acres. By 2023, the park hosted events like guided hikes and birdwatching tours.
Ongoing development includes a planned adventure center with zip lines and more extensive single-track trails set for completion in the coming years. Metro Parks collaborates with conservation groups to plant native species and monitor wildlife returning to the reclaimed quarries. The site now serves as an educational hub, with interpretive signs explaining its quarrying past and ecological recovery. Local schools incorporate field trips to study geology and restoration science. Quarry Trails exemplifies Columbus's shift from industrial reuse to innovative urban parks. It stands as the newest addition to the Metro Parks system, complementing favorites like Scioto Audubon and Highbanks.
Today, Quarry Trails continues evolving, with future phases adding connections to the Olentangy Trail and more water access points. Annual visitor numbers have surged, boosting nearby businesses in the evolving west side neighborhoods. The park's success has inspired similar reclamation projects elsewhere in the region. It highlights how Columbus balances growth with green space preservation. Residents enjoy a one-of-a-kind spot that honors the area's gritty history while offering modern recreation. Quarry Trails remains a testament to community vision and adaptive reuse in our city.
***(She loves me not.)* A Briefer History of Valentine's Day**
The origins of Valentine's Day trace back to ancient Rome and the festival of Lupercalia, celebrated in mid-February to honor fertility and purification rites. During this raucous event, young men drew names of women from a box in a matchmaking lottery, often leading to pairings or marriages. By the late 5th century, Pope Gelasius I officially replaced Lupercalia with St. Valentine's Day on February 14 to Christianize the pagan holiday. Although several early Christian martyrs were named Valentine, the most commonly associated figure is a 3rd-century Roman priest who secretly married couples against Emperor Claudius II's ban on young men marrying, believing single soldiers fought better. Legend claims Valentine was imprisoned and later executed on February 14, around 269–270 AD.
The romantic associations with Valentine's Day emerged much later, during the Middle Ages. The pivotal moment came in the late 14th century when Geoffrey Chaucer, in his poem "Parlement of Foules" (c. 1381), linked St. Valentine's Day with courtship, writing that birds chose their mates on this date. This literary connection spread rapidly among the English and French nobility, transforming the saint's feast day into a celebration of romantic love. By the 15th century, lovers began exchanging handwritten notes called "valentines," often containing verses or simple declarations of affection.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, Valentine's Day became increasingly commercialized, especially in England and later the United States. The introduction of printed valentines in the 1840s, pioneered by Esther Howland in America, turned personal notes into mass-produced cards adorned with lace, ribbons, and Cupid imagery. Factories began producing elaborate cards, and the tradition of giving flowers (especially roses), chocolates, and jewelry took hold during the Victorian era.
Today, February 14 is one of the most widely celebrated secular holidays worldwide, generating billions in spending on cards, candy, flowers, and romantic dinners. While still officially the feast day of Saint Valentine in some Christian traditions, the modern version has largely shed its religious roots in favor of universal expressions of love and friendship. From ancient fertility rites to global commercial phenomenon, Valentine's Day has evolved dramatically over two millennia while retaining its core focus on human connection.
***(She loves me!)* Map of the Park**
Here is a [Map of Quarry Trails](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Quarry-Trails_JUNE-2025_1980px-Web.jpg).
***(She loves me not.)* Summary**
For this hike, we'll do a loop of the park. This will be about four miles. Now, this won't be one of our longer hikes. However, in my experience, Quarry Trails tends to wear people out more quickly than other parks. I suspect this is because most of the trails are either paved or heavily graveled (no surprise at a park which abuts an active stone quarry), with some elevation changes along the way.
***(She loves me!)* Where We'll Meet**
Quarry Trails has multiple entrances, but none of them are connected internally within the park. So you must drive to the correct one for this event.
Set your GPS to [2319 Quarry Trails Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026](https://www.google.com/maps/place/2319+Quarry+Trails+Dr,+Hilliard,+OH+43026/@39.9998462,-83.0873077,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883891dd76f5eedf:0xf1cb9d34c1069580!8m2!3d39.9997868!4d-83.0872621!16s%2Fg%2F11y17k0ms5?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), or use the map pin I've provided here. Do not just type "Quarry Trails" into Google Maps and expect it to take you to the correct place. It probably won't.
We will meet in the parking lot of the Lake Area. The best entrance to this parking lot will be your first left off of Quarry Trails Dr after Gunnison Dr (which will be on your right). I recommend taking a few minutes and looking at Maps before you head out to make sure you know where you're going.
***(So walk with me...)* Restrooms and Water Fountains**
There are a few port-a-potties sprinkled throughout the park (including two at the parking lot we'll be meeting at), and the Park Office, roughly in the center of the park and which we'll pass twice on this hike, has restrooms and a water fountain. This is the only water fountain, though, at Quarry Trails.
***(At Trails Quarry!*)** **After the Hike**
Afterward, we'll head over to [Johnnie's Tavern](https://johnniestavern614.com/) for [drinks](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Johnnie's+Tavern/@39.993202,-83.0903169,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sCIABIhAulLarLYZC3hY_vRGwoakV!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh3.googleusercontent.com%2Fgps-cs-s%2FAG0ilSzkwnMN29-lrgzp50Rzeaq5jXCGM1xLS1poH0Mc52-E9NYBvdS99ei7zGmlAYJZyk8OeNW5YvS7agj8M2Bom4ri1m_-NcJiT-LQUDphkS-SB5Vq8JhO-8NSP-_m80HeLz4-pGhjrwhuBKSv%3Dw146-h195-k-no!7i4284!8i5712!4m7!3m6!1s0x883891c4d61ba04d:0x5134f225cbf678bf!8m2!3d39.9932439!4d-83.0902078!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11c1p57s3t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) and [food](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Johnnie's+Tavern/@39.993202,-83.0903169,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sCIABIhB5lD4Uly_4O9BjNH4r3ywB!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh3.googleusercontent.com%2Fgps-cs-s%2FAG0ilSy7tQcc7CtCeuUAKwEVJoxtOs8Ycohjy3mGZZOC_kJVdB8wEaGuC4-p5z_jxn2JnpmSEkh_HG7Aok_ZPEgmK57rEBqNIPH8J5tiyAP5vbrRYkUso_fKTkW5vJc47UusNoGiRzs2Vf0m1JcV%3Dw146-h195-k-no!7i4284!8i5712!4m7!3m6!1s0x883891c4d61ba04d:0x5134f225cbf678bf!8m2!3d39.9932439!4d-83.0902078!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11c1p57s3t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). Its actual address is [3503 Trabue Rd, Columbus, OH 43204](https://www.google.com/maps/place/3503+Trabue+Rd,+Columbus,+OH+43204/@39.9932491,-83.090227,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883891c4d6199677:0x1fda03b0add81e7c!8m2!3d39.9932491!4d-83.090227!16s%2Fg%2F11c14yf3m6?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), and it's only about a five minute drive from where we'll be parked at Quarry Trails. We should be at the tavern by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to meet us for drinks.
Sunday at Highbanks Metro Park
We will meet next to the restrooms at the [Big Meadows Picnic Area](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/HBK_Web_1980.png). They're all the way at the back of the park, and they can be found at coordinates [40°09'06.6"N 83°02'30.2"W](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40%C2%B009'06.6%22N+83%C2%B002'30.2%22W/@40.151828,-83.0423587,214m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zNDDCsDA5JzA4LjAiTiA4M8KwMDEnNDUuMSJX!8m2!3d40.1522222!4d-83.0291944!3m3!8m2!3d40.151827!4d-83.041715?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) (near the playground and the zip line).
We'll hike about 5 miles at [Highbanks Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/highbanks/) on the Dripping Rock and Overlook Trails. Afterward, we'll head over to [Olentangy River Brewing](https://www.olentangybrew.com/) for drinks, coffee, or food (their Sunday [food truck](https://www.olentangybrew.com/eventsandfood) is Venezuelan and always gets good reviews).
The actual address of the brewery is [303 Green Meadows Dr S, 43035](https://www.google.com/maps/place/303+Green+Meadows+Dr+S,+Lewis+Center,+OH+43035/@40.1551938,-83.0144045,17.25z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8838f395cef06c97:0xe407de61b3e30069!8m2!3d40.1551765!4d-83.0124352!16s%2Fg%2F11c26jc7j9?entry=ttu). If you can't make the hike, we should be there by noon.
**How to find our starting point in Big Meadows:**
If you are new to Highbanks, the Big Meadows picnic area is 1.5 miles into the park just after you turn into the park off of U.S. Route 23. That is, after you enter the park, drive a mile and a half into the park. You will come to a crosswalk with a yield sign in the middle of it (this is not to be confused with the first such crosswalk you come to just in front of the Nature Center, which you arrive at maybe a quarter of a mile into the park).
Just after this second crosswalk, make a left. Then make another almost immediate left into the parking lot on your left. There you will see the jungle gym and the kiddie zip line to your left. I will be just in front of the restrooms just a bit further down from the jungle gym and picnic shelter; the restroom building will also be on your left.
Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park
Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.
December Hot Cocoa Hike
Join us this December for a (possibly!) snowy walk in Sharon Woods Metropark.
This hike is dog friendly!🐕
Hot cocoa and candy canes will be provided after the hike.
[Please register for this hike here](https://forms.gle/e7mLpRt2zWev2WnB6) to receive alerts and specifics about this event.
Sharon Woods HIKE
Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. If trail conditions are poor, we will use the Multipurpose Path.

















