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(English version at the bottom) Arjen ihmissuhteissa pienetkin tilanteet voivat helposti herättää ärtymystä, puolustautumista tai väärinymmärryksiä. Saatamme reagoida nopeasti tai jäädä kiinni omaan näkökulmaamme. Tässä meditaatiossa tutkimme, mitä tarkoittaa tuoda rakastavaa ystävällisyyttä tavallisiin kohtaamisiin – kumppanin, ystävien, työtovereiden tai tuntemattomien kanssa. Mitä muuttuu, kun kohtaamme toiset hieman avoimemmasta ja kärsivällisemmästä paikasta käsin? 𝐌𝐢𝐤ä 𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨? Maanantain meditaatio on viikoittainen zen-harjoitus. Harjoittelemme yhdessä meditaatiota ja tutkimme joka kerta yhtä aihetta, joka voi avata uusia näkökulmia omaan mieleen ja elämän kokemiseen. Harjoitus voi tuoda lisää selkeyttä, rauhaa ja tasapainoa sekä meditaatiossa että arjen tilanteissa. 𝐌𝐲ö𝐭ä𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐚 Tämä ilta on osa myötätunnon ja mettameditaation teemaa, jota tutkimme maanantain meditaatioissa 23.3.–20.4. 𝐎𝐡𝐣𝐞𝐥𝐦𝐚 • 50 min teetä & opetusta • 2 x 25 min istumameditaatio + 10 min kävelymeditaatio • Henkilökohtaista ohjausta (meditaation aikana, vapaaehtoinen) • Teetä ja yhdessäoloa harjoitusystävien kanssa (vapaaehtoinen) 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐤𝐚𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 Kaikki ovat tervetulleita. Aikaisempaa kokemusta meditaatiosta ei tarvita. 𝐎𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐬𝐮 • Ensimmäinen kerta 7 € • Tämän jälkeen 17 € / kerta 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐣𝐚𝐤𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐭 • 4 kerran kortti 15 € / kerta • 8 kerran kortti 12,50 € / kerta 𝐈𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐧: https://forms.gle/ZPL9X5hsxaBJC2rS6 Lempein terveisin, Tyyniminä-yhteisö \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ 🇬🇧 In everyday relationships, small moments can easily trigger irritation, defensiveness, or misunderstanding. We may react quickly, close off, or hold on to our own view. In this meditation we explore what it means to bring loving-kindness into these ordinary encounters — with partners, friends, colleagues, and strangers. What changes when we meet others from a slightly more open and patient place? 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧? Monday meditation is a weekly Zen practice. We meditate together and each week explore a new topic that can open new perspectives about our own mind and our experience of life. The practice can bring more clarity, peace, and balance — both in meditation and in everyday life. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞 This evening is part of the theme of compassion and metta meditation, which we will explore in Monday meditations from March 23 to April 20. 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 • 50 minutes of tea & teaching • 2 × 25 minutes sitting meditation + 10 minutes walking meditation • Personal guidance (during meditation, optional) • Tea and time to connect with fellow practitioners (optional) 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 Everyone is welcome. No previous meditation experience is needed. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 • First time 7 € • After that 17 € / session 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 • 4 session package 15 € / session • 8 sesssion package 12,50 € / sesssion 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://forms.gle/htLe2rccKwuav8pM8 Warmly, Tyyniminä Community

¡Bienvenidos al curso gratuito de meditación Sahaja Yoga en español! Sahaja Yoga es una práctica de meditación que nos permite alcanzar un estado de equilibrio general, tanto a nivel físico como emocional y espiritual. El objetivo central es alcanzar y mantener el estado de conciencia sin pensamientos o silencio mental. Con práctica regular de meditación podemos establecer este estado en nuestro interior. No es necesario llevar nada al curso y puedes vestirte de ropa normal. Después de la clase podemos tomar té y hay tiempo para preguntas y conversación. Este video te ayuda a llegar al centro de Sahaja Yoga de Kamppi: https://vimeo.com/199566137 ¡Bienvenidos! Más información sobre Sahaja Yoga: www.sahajayoga.es

**Welcome to Food Without Borders!** Come and experience tastes from around the world in Merirasti's community kitchen with Katja Meriläinen! **IMPORTANT**: Participation is free, but space is limited! Please make sure to reserve a spot! Food and cooking in general is on of the oldest and universal ways of uniting people. Community kitchen in MeriRasti is an easy environment and great place to connect with people of different cultures. Welcome to flavours of Latin America! **Menu for the day will be:** cuñapes for starter Peanut soup as a main dish And something sweet for desert No previous cooking experience needed, just open mind and willingness to cook. You are welcome to bring your lunch boxes to take some food with you after we eat and share what is left. **WHEN & WHERE:** Sunday 26th of April At 14.00-18.30 Kulttuuritila Merirasti, Jaluspolku 3 00980 Helsinki If you have questions about the workshop, feel free to contact Katja: +358404123242 About the facilitator: Katja Meriläinen is a professional Food and Beverage specialist and graduate of Haaga-Helia University of Applied Science, Hospitality, Tourism and Experience manager. She has 10 years of experience in the field, in restaurant, catering business and nowadays working for Helsinki city, cooking for 260 schoolchildren in Vuosaari. Join our Whatsapp community network to join your favourite group and stay connected with the other members! When you participate in one of our groups or events, just ask the group facilitator to add you to the community! IG: [instagram.com/miitti1](http://instagram.com/miitti1) Facebook: [facebook.com/miitti1](http://facebook.com/miitti1) Web: [lapinlahdenlahde.fi/en/projekti/miitti/](http://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/en/projekti/miitti/)

**Holistica BodyMind Flow** The Holistica classes are a fusion of mobility, strength, breath work and relaxation exercises. We also use Yoga, Qigong, and somatic practices, as well as playfulness, dance, and creative activities. Every class is different and the main goal is to connect to our bodies through movement, to build a warm, welcoming and supportive community and to provide tools to support us to improve our overall health and wellbeing in everyday life. **Exclusively for women.** Migrant women very welcome. LGBT+ very welcome. Come as you are, bringing openness and curiosity. Wear comfortable clothes. **IMPORTANT:** • Spots are limited. If you are not on the MeetUp attendance list, you will be kindly asked to leave. • If you reserve a spot but cannot attend, please cancel in good time so someone from the waitlist can join. About the Project: These classes are part of the Mindful Movements project, launched in September 2025. Facilitator: Lay Wascher — Yoga teacher, Holistic BodyMind and Wellbeing facilitator, Group Fitness instructor and MIITTI volunteer. WHEN: Tuesday, 23rd of April, 17:30-18:45 WHERE: Tallipääty, MIITTI office, Lapinlahden Lähde Lapinlahdenpolku 8 00180 Helsinki (How to find us: Inside the yellow main building's courtyard, the door to MIITTI's office is the first on the left side. If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms: [Instagram](instagram.com/miitti1) [Facebook](facebook.com/miitti1) [Website](lapinlahdenlahde.fi/en/projekti/miitti/) Whatsapp: Join our Whatsapp community network to join your favourite group and stay connected with the other members! When you participate in one of our groups or events, just ask the group facilitator to add you to the community! ***MIITTI’s Principles for safer space:*** MIITTI wants to nourish a safe and pleasant environment for everyone, where everyone can feel safe as themselves. By joining as a volunteer, employee or participant of the event or activity, you agree to follow the guidelines below *Non-discrimination* I do not make assumptions about people based on their external characteristics or names. I treat all participants with respect, and I don’t use language or take actions that discriminate based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic. I respect pronouns and names. *Boundaries* I respect others' personal space and boundaries, both physical and mental. I acknowledge that I cannot know someone else's boundaries without asking first. I ask before touching. I listen to others and adapt my behaviour if someone indicates that my behaviour makes them feel uncomfortable. *Creating Safe Environment* Everyone is responsible for contributing to a safe and respectful environment. If I witness harassment, I do my part to support those who experience inappropriate or offensive treatment. *Zero Tolerance for Harassment* Our space upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy towards any form of harassment. Harassment, whether verbal, physical, or online, will not be tolerated. If you experience or witness inappropriate behavior or harassment at our events, please report it to the MIITTI or Lapinlahden Lähde staff.

**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. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Tervetuloa Suomea-Englantia kahvilaan, missä voit nauttia kahvista ja harjotella kielitaitojasi suomea! Welcome to a Finnish - English café, where you can enjoy coffee and practice your skills! 📅 Päivämäärät / Dates: 22.4, 6.5 , 13.5 & 20.5 ⏰ Aika / Time: 15:00–16:00 📍 Lapinlahdenpolku 8 (Kahvila Lähde at Lapinlahden Lähde) ☕ Kahvia • Keskustelua • Kieltä ☕ Coffee • Conversation • Language Nähdään siellä! / See you there! Join our Finnish – English café on the Wednesdays listed above to practice your skills in a relaxed setting. Everyone is welcome, no matter your level!

Laid back get together to network and exchange over a couple of drinks.

PADEL WITH MIITTI 🎾 IMPORTANT: Spots are extremely limited, and you only get to play if you are registered on the list of attendees! If you have reserved a spot, but cannot attend after all, please cancel your spot as soon as you can so that someone on the waitlist gets to attend instead! Want to try something new or keep improving your padel game? Join our weekly MIITTI Padel Sessions. Whether you’ve never played before or already enjoy the game, everyone is welcome to come along, no matter your level. We have two courts reserved next to each other (courts 1+3), and we’ll alternate between them so everyone gets a chance to play and meet different people. ⏰ WHEN: Saturday 25th of April at 14.00–15.00 📍WHERE: Arena Center Myllypuro, Alakiventie 2, 00900 Helsinki 🎒 **Equipment**: Bring your own racket or rent one from the hall for 8€. Participation is free, but spots are limited, so again, please make sure to reserve your place. Come play, meet new people, and enjoy a relaxed and friendly Saturday afternoon together. If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms: IG: [instagram.com/miitti1](http://instagram.com/miitti1) FB: [facebook.com/miitti1](http://facebook.com/miitti1) Web: [lapinlahdenlahde.fi/en/projekti/miitti/](http://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/en/projekti/miitti/) Whatsapp: Join our Whatsapp community network to join your favourite group and stay connected with the other members! When you participate in one of our groups or events, just ask the group facilitator to add you to the community!

Join us to celebrate Valborg (May Day) together! This time we have prepared a special program: guided group tour at the Amos Anderson Museum, traditional Valborg doughnut called munk, mjod drink and festive mingle. We’ll explore an inspiring art collection, learn about the museum's story, life, and work of Amos Anderson, a Swedish-Finnish businessman, arts patron, and newspaper publisher who played a big role in supporting culture and art. After the tour, everyone will have a chance to chat, enjoy the treats, and celebrate Vappu together! The event is limited to 20 participants, so it’s a cozy and interactive experience. [Registration is needed](https://link.webropolsurveys.com/EP/F62D987FB8563A89). Meeting point: First floor at 17:30. Please note! If you are unable to attend, please let us know ASAP, as we have a limited number of spots and will offer your place to the next person on the waiting list. Come join us for a mix of art, culture, and Valborg fun! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. We meet in the bar in the room on the right (the cigar shop). You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant. *** Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'! Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life. Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio. Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision. Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge. Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio TBD Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant. Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'! Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life. Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio. Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision. Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge. Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ). This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.

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.