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Want to know where to get your trivia on in Boston? Check out this list of trivia events for every night of the week.

My latest video and article for WTOP News is on a subject that is very near and dear to my heart: cats! Learn more about D.C.'s newest cat cafe below ...

You may have had enough ice, but how about some fire? Better yet, how about both? They go great together, as we will prove once again this Saturday in Valley Junction. I am referring to our Fire & Ice event, an interactive, hockey-themed pub crawl at six different venues in the Valley Junction area from 1-4 p.m. on Jan. 20. It is one of several events that we own and operate under our CITYVIEW magazine division, and this is one of my favorites. Maybe it is because I was cooped up in the house this past weekend, and I am looking forward to getting out. Maybe it is because the folks who participate in this event are fun-loving, energetic and appreciative. Maybe it is because the weather forecast now predicts a balmy 5 degrees on Saturday. More than likely, it is all of the above — and several more positives, too. Events like Fire & Ice are a lot of work for our staff, and I appreciate their efforts in helping to put this together. We don’t make a lot of money on our events like Fire & Ice, as the ticket revenue sales go to the liquor license holders, which are the participating bars. So why do we do them? First and foremost, we want our advertisers to see that promoting events in CITIVEW is effective and can bring a crowd. They will hopefully then spend more of their advertising dollars with us. Second, we want our advertisers to succeed, and we take great pride in seeing them swamped with customers. Third, they help to promote our CITYVIEW brand in yet another positive way. And fourth, any maybe most importantly, they are simply a lot of fun. I hope you are able to join us. See details at https://lnkd.in/g9969Nbw where you can buy discounted tickets now. Have a wonderful Wednesday, and thanks for reading. Shane Goodman President and Publisher Big Green Umbrella Media shane@dmcityview.com 515-953-4822, ext. 305 www.thedailyumbrella.com

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This is a guide I co-wrote for the Evening Standard on to the best way spend Oktoberfest in London this year. You can read it here: https://lnkd.in/eTTrzgPt

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To my fellow coaches (and not only 😉 ),   Reflecting on my early days as a coach, the journey was filled with a mix of excitement and uncertainty. Finding a mentor or even a colleague to share experiences with was invaluable. It highlighted the importance of community and support in our profession. As my practice grew, so did my need for a space where I could share successes, face challenges together, and hear from others on their unique paths.   This is why, as the Director of Membership at ICF Vancouver, I'm thrilled to introduce a new initiative aimed at bringing coaches together.   ❇ Why Join Us? 🔹 Meaningful Connections: Engage with like-minded professionals who share your passion and drive. 🔹 Collaboration: Find opportunities to collaborate and learn from the collective wisdom of the community. 🔹 Growth: Whether you're new or looking to expand your practice, this is a space to grow together.   ❇ What's On Offer? 🔹 A platform for sharing insights, celebrating wins, and discussing challenges in a supportive environment. 🔹 Regular monthly meet-ups in various locations across Vancouver (and even BC) to foster connections and collaborations.   ❇ How to Get Involved? ▪ Stay Updated: Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest information on meet-ups and other opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gQU8pN4s ▪ Join the Community: Be part of a network where your professional journey is supported and celebrated.   👉 Let's build a supportive, learning, and collaborative coaching community together. #CoachingCommunity #ProfessionalGrowth #ICFVancouver #Networking #Mentorship #Collaboration

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