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WINE TASTING no.171: Wine & Movie
Please read everything! Check this event again on the day (weather updates, last‑minute changes, etc.).
And please be polite: cancel your RSVP if you cannot attend.
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👋 **Hello everyone,**
Join us at the stroke of midnight (or perhaps slightly earlier) for a journey through the eras. We’ll be pairing the cinematic magic of the 1920s with a curated selection of wines that bridge the gap between the Old World and the New.
The movie: [Midnight in Paris](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAfR8omt-CY)
After a "welcome glass" of wine we are going to try the following tasty wines:
**🍷 Rose Wines**
1\. France / Provence : Studio by Miraval Rosé 2025
2\. France: Hecht & Bannier Côtes de Provence Rosé 2025
**🍷 Red Wine** 🇮🇹
3\. Spain: Marqués de Sorní Gran Reserva 2019
4\. Spain: Casa del Rey Gran Reserva 2016
5\. Australia: Cabernet Shiraz 2024
6\. Italy: Barbanera Vecciano Collezione Privata 2023
### 🎬 Featured Film: Midnight in Paris
Step into the rainy streets of the City of Light with this enchanting, Academy Award-winning tale of nostalgia and discovery.
The story follows Gil Pender, a disillusioned Hollywood screenwriter who wanders the cobblestone alleys of Paris, searching for the inspiration to finish his first novel. When the clock strikes twelve, a mysterious vintage car appears, whisking Gil away on a journey through time to the 1920s "Golden Age." As he rubs elbows with legendary icons like Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Salvador Dalí, Gil begins to realize that while the past is intoxicating, the real magic happens when we embrace the present. It’s a love letter to art, history, and the idea that some things—like a good story or a fine vintage—only get better with time.
**💶 Participation Fee**
25€ per person for Silver Members
30€ per person for Basic Members
**👉 Cash only, please.**
**No‑shows will be removed from the group** — let’s keep this community respectful and enjoyable for everyone.
⭐ Optional: Support the Group
Until now, I’ve covered all costs for running this group (Meetup fees, organization, etc.) myself.
To keep the community growing, I’m introducing a system that also rewards regular participants and supporters of ExPat’s Island.
🌟 Become a Silver Member
Silver Members enjoy:
Discounts on wine tastings
Discounts on guided tours
Priority access for certain events
Annual fee: 15€
(Available at every tasting or tour, payable in cash.)
If you enjoy these events and want to support the work behind them, this is a great way to help the group thrive.
**🍷 Join me on this little adventure!**
Looking forward to sharing great wines and great company with you.
Alexander
Master Copy Worskshop by Andy Nabong
Master Copy 3,5-day Workshop with Andy Nabong (Fri eve, Sat, Sun, Mon). Please go to www.viennaatelier.com --> events --> "Masters Copy" ... for details or send email to info@viennaatelier.com
3,5-tägiger Kopien alter Meister Workshop mit Andy Nabong. Bitte gehen Sie auf https://de.viennaatelier.com --> Events --> "Kopien alter Meister" für Details oder senden Sie eine E-Mail an info@viennaatelier.com
AI Breakfast Vienna #2
☕ **AI Breakfast: Real Talk, No Slides**
We’re hosting the **AI Breakfast Vienna** — a casual, high-signal meetup for the AI community.
Whether you’re a researcher, a "Clawdbotler," a founder, or a policy innovator, this is your space to connect. We’re breaking down the silos between research, product, and engineering to spark real discussions before the workday even begins.
* **When:** April 24th, 8:30 AM
* **Where:** Cafe Museum - Table reserved under **"Cristian Hofmann / AI Austria"**
* **Hosts:** Cristian, Amin, and Ruben
* **Cost:** Order breakfast at your own expense
Space is limited!
👉 **RSVP only if you’re 100% sure you can make it.**
Social Book Club 📚
Welcome Book Lovers!
Join our Meet Up Group to find like-minded book readers!
This event is for everybody interested in listening or sharing new book content or comment on it.
You are welcome just to come for inspiration. You definitely don't need to read books at the moment. It is a gathering for everybody to find like-minded people interested in learning something new. :)
Feel free to bring your own book with you.
The event will take place at the volunteer organisation MUT.
It is an organisation to supports humans, animals and the environment especially in Vienna.
I am happy to host it there.
MUT or the Social Book Club look forward to some donation to cover the cost of this event.
If you would like to help, please bring some cash with you.
This is the address:
Rechte Wienzeile 37, 1040 Wien
Walk until the end of the main entrance hall. At the end of the hallway you find a big green gate with a sign of the Social Book Club.
Please give your best to be on time so that we can have a nice introduction round together.
If you can't attend anymore please cancel the event to give someone else the space to come. :)
Check out the Social Book Club Website for more content:
https://socialbookclub.de/
Looking forward to seeing you there! :)
FREE Prosecco, Tapas and Socialising - Afterwork Edition
Yes, you read that right.
**Get a glass of Prosecco for free** as a welcome drink by simply **signing up for this event** and showing up.
This is a special offer, exclusive to this meetup event!
There are also amazing offers on Tapas plates for meetups as well! Not to mention special drink and shot prices!
This is a **free** event.
They have both Indoor and Outdoor seating. Suitable for all weathers.
Friday evenings after work are all about meeting old and new friends. Have a meal and a few drinks before the real weekend fun begins. So come join us at this cozy bar for a lovely evening!
All languages and cultures are welcome.
Looking forward to seeing you all.
**ATTENTION:** Please note the restaurant/bar may collect the payment at the time of your order, since there are so many people and sometimes people forget to pay. Please cooperate with them. They try to provide the best service they can for a large group. Kindly please carry cash to make payment and service easier and faster. Please support them with good reviews on Google if you like them.
Best,
Your Organiser - Rohit
🎵 „Hör-Bar" mit Petr Popelka – Musikverein
Petr Popelka, Chefdirigent der Wiener Symphoniker, präsentiert ein neues Konzertformat: die „Hör-Bar“. Gemeinsam mit Musiker:innen seines Orchesters lädt er zu einem Abend ein, der klassische Konzertformen aufbricht und Raum für Entdeckungen schafft.
Popelka moderiert, spricht über Musik, stellt Werke in neuen Zusammenhängen vor — und greift selbst zu Taktstock, Kontrabass oder Klavier.
📅 Wann: Freitag, 24. April 2026 · 19:30 – 23:00 Uhr (Konzertbeginn 20:00 Uhr)
📍 Wo: Gläserner Saal / Magna Auditorium, Musikverein Wien — Musikvereinsplatz 1, 1010 Wien
🎫 Tickets: https://shop.musikverein.at/selection/event/seat?perfId=10229523146897 — besser früh sichern!
Programm:
• Biber — Rosenkranz-Sonate Nr. 5, 9 & 12
• Crumb — Vox Balaenae for Three Masked Players
• Smetana — Streichquartett Nr. 1 „Aus meinem Leben“
• Takemitsu — Toward the Sea II
• Strawinsky — L’Histoire du Soldat
Nach dem Konzert öffnet die Bar — Gelegenheit zum Gespräch mit Petr Popelka und den Musiker:innen! 🥂
Treffpunkt: Wir treffen uns um 19:30 Uhr vor dem Haupteingang des Musikvereins. Schaut nach der Gruppe! 🏳️🌈
English:
Petr Popelka, Chief Conductor of the Wiener Symphoniker, presents a new concert format: the "Hör-Bar" (Listening Bar). Together with musicians from his orchestra, he invites us to an evening that breaks classical concert conventions and creates space for discovery.
Popelka moderates, talks about music, presents works in new contexts — and picks up the baton, double bass, or piano himself.
📅 When: Friday, April 24, 2026 · 7:30 – 11:00 PM (concert starts at 8:00 PM)
📍 Where: Gläserner Saal / Magna Auditorium, Musikverein Wien — Musikvereinsplatz 1, 1010 Wien
🎫 Tickets: https://shop.musikverein.at/selection/event/seat?perfId=10229523146897 — get yours early!
Program:
• Biber — Rosary Sonata No. 5, 9 & 12
• Crumb — Vox Balaenae for Three Masked Players
• Smetana — String Quartet No. 1 "From My Life"
• Takemitsu — Toward the Sea II
• Stravinsky — L'Histoire du Soldat
After the concert, the bar opens — a chance to chat with Petr Popelka and the musicians! 🥂
Meeting point: We'll meet at 7:30 PM outside the main entrance of the Musikverein. Look for the group! 🏳️🌈
Spielabend Game Night!
Komm zu einem Abend voller Spaß! Unser Spieleabend ist die perfekte Gelegenheit für alle, die Kartenspiele und Brettspiele mögen. Freunde und Familie sich auch herzlich willkommen!
Come to an evening of fun! Our game night is the perfect opportunity for everyone who likes card games and boardgames. Friends and family are also most welcome!
Cartography Events This Week
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Club de carte - Literatură scrisă în limba română – Viena
Club de carte - Literatură scrisă în limba română – Viena
Îți place să citești și ți-ar plăcea să vorbești despre cărți cu oameni care împărtășesc aceeași bucurie? Lansăm un club de carte scrisă în limba română, la Viena, dedicat tuturor celor care vor să transforme lectura într-o experiență împărtășită.
Ne dorim întâlniri relaxate, cu conversații autentice, opinii diferite, râsete, poate și mici controverse – exact așa cum se întâmplă atunci când o carte chiar ne pune pe gânduri.
Clubul este deschis celor care trăiesc în Viena și citesc sau vor să înceapă să citească literatură scrisă în limba română, dar și oricui se simte conectat la limba română.
Într-un oraș atât de divers precum Viena, astfel de întâlniri sunt o ocazie frumoasă de a crea legături, de a ne regăsi prin povești și de a construi o mică comunitate în jurul cărților.
Nu contează cât de mult sau cât de repede citești. Contează să îți dorești să fii acolo și să împărtășești ce ai simțit citind.
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📖 Cartea cu care începem:
Kinderland de Liliana Corobca
Ebook disponibil:
[https://www.libris.ro/ebook/ebook-kinderland-liliana-corobca/12972084](https://www.libris.ro/ebook/ebook-kinderland-liliana-corobca/12972084)
Scribd:
[https://www.scribd.com/document/731993970/Corobca-Liliana-Kinderland-retail](https://www.scribd.com/document/731993970/Corobca-Liliana-Kinderland-retail)
📍 Locația:
Europe Direct Wien - Europazentrum Wien
Lassingleithnerpl. 2/3, 1020 Wien
🗓 Data și ora:
Sâmbătă 25.04.26, 16:00
Coordonatoare:
Liuba Rusnac, scriitoare
🔗 Link înscriere / detalii:
moldor.org@gmail.com
Dacă vrei ca lectura să nu mai fie doar un moment solitar, ci începutul unei conversații, te așteptăm cu drag.
Crossing the Border on Foot Retz (AT) to Znojmo (CZ)
Hi everyone!
On **Sunday, April 26, 2026**, I’m planning a scenic cross-border hike from the charming town of **Retz** in Lower Austria to the historic Czech town of **Znaim (Znojmo)**. This route leads through gentle countryside, vineyards, open fields, and quiet rural landscapes typical for the Weinviertel region.
We start the hike in Retz and finish in the old town of Znaim, known for its impressive medieval architecture and its location above the Thaya River. The trail takes us through rolling hills and agricultural landscapes, gradually crossing the border into the Czech Republic. The terrain is mostly easy to walk, with wide paths and only moderate elevation changes.
**Highlights**
🌾 **Typical Weinviertel landscapes** with vineyards, fields, and wide open views
🌍 **A scenic cross-border experience** from Austria into the Czech Republic
🏰 **Finish in the historic old town of Znaim**, a charming town with impressive medieval architecture
**Hike Details**
* **Duration:** approx. 6.5 hours (pure walking time including some sightseeing in Znojmo)
* **Distance:** approx. 21 km
* **Elevation:** ↗️ 400 m up
* **Difficulty:** Easy to moderate (main challenge is the distance)
* **Pace:** We’ll walk at a comfortable, social pace and take short breaks as needed
More information on the trail:
[https://www.bahn-zum-berg.at/weinviertel/weinberge-und-thaya-von-retz-nach-znaim/](https://www.bahn-zum-berg.at/weinviertel/weinberge-und-thaya-von-retz-nach-znaim/)
**Fitness note**
Although we will walk at a relaxed pace, the hike requires physical effort due to its length (about **21 km**) and elevation gain (around **350 meters**).
The trails themselves are not technically difficult, but a reasonable level of fitness is needed to comfortably complete the distance.
This hike is therefore probably **not suitable** for people who do not go hiking regularly, who have not joined our group hikes before, or who are not used to longer hikes.
**Meeting Point & Travel**
**Meeting Time:** 08:30 at **Praterstern station**
(Ground floor near ticket machines, exit to platforms 1 & 2)
Please arrive a few minutes early so we can buy the group tickets.
**Departure:** Train **REX3** leaves at **09:01**
(presumably Platform 1–2)
**Arrival:** Retz at **10:12**
**Direct trains from Znojmo back to Vienna:** 16:57, 18:57, 20:57
I recommend avoiding the last train back, just in case.
**What to Expect**
We’ll walk together at a **relaxed, social pace**, staying as a group throughout the day.
This is **not a race or performance hike** — the focus is on shared experience, conversation, and enjoying the landscape at an unhurried rhythm.
We’ll take regular short breaks whenever useful.
🥪 We don’t plan to stop at huts or restaurants during the hike, so please bring your own snacks and drinks (at least **1.5 liters of water**).
🌧️ Weather can be changeable, so **basic rain protection is recommended**.
🥾 Please wear **sturdy hiking shoes**. Some sections may be muddy, depending on the weather.
Please note that **there are no public toilets on the trail itself.**
🧢 Please bring **sun protection** (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), especially on warm or sunny days.
⚠️**Important**
Since we are crossing an international border on foot, please do not forget your **passport or national ID card (Personalausweis)**.
Even though there are usually no border controls between Austria and Czechia, you are legally required to carry a valid travel document.
Each person is responsible for their own documents and entry requirements.
**Ticket Option**
The **VOR Freizeitticket** costs **€19.90** for the day in Lower Austria.
More information:
[https://www.vor.at/en/tickets/ticket-overview/leisure-ticket](https://www.vor.at/en/tickets/ticket-overview/leisure-ticket)
Please note:
The following tickets are only valid until **Retz**:
* Einfach-raus ticket
* VOR Freizeitticket
* Klimaticket Ostregion / Österreich
You must buy your own ticket for the section between Znojmo and Retz (approx €3,4 for each direction).
The VOR Freizeitticket is only valid on regional trains in Lower Austria.
If you are unsure about ticket options, don’t worry — just message me directly.
And if this sounds complicated: it isn’t.
I will help coordinate everything at the meeting point so we can start the hike in a relaxed way.
**Disclaimer:**
As always, this is a free, private leisure activity.
I am not a certified hiking guide, and participation is at your own responsibility and risk.
I will send a weather update to everyone registered on **Friday evening**.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Looking forward to seeing you for this spring hike!
Jörg
**Essential Logistics**
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**Travel Information**
**Travel documents**
Since we are crossing an international border, please bring your passport or national ID card.
Even without regular border checks, you are legally required to carry valid identification.
Each participant is responsible for their own travel documents and entry requirements.
**Money**
Card payments are widely accepted in the Czech Republic.
The local currency is Czech Koruna (CZK), but many places also accept Euros.
**Phone data**
EU roaming rules apply.
Your Austrian mobile data plan should work without extra cost.
If you use a prepaid or non-EU SIM card, please check with your provider.
Science and Philosophy Discussion Table
This is a group for meeting new people, eating brunch, and having discussions about science, life, philosophy, politics, and people.
Anybody is free to join, and we charge no fees.
This discussion group aims to have the absolute minimal level of structure necessary to ensure the conversation remains engaging to the majority of people present. In particular, we \*don't\* have fixed order of speaking or timed statements.
So far, the balance we've struck is enforcing hand raising when conversation gets intense in order to minimize interruption, and to give the chair (me!) the power to occasionally call a snap election on the conversation topic.
Spring in Znojmo (CZ): National Park Hike & Historic Town Walk
Hi everyone!
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, I am planning a scenic spring hike in **Znojmo (Czech Republic)**.
Join us for a relaxed and social day as we explore the historic town of Znojmo and beautiful sections of **Podyjí National Park**.
**Highlights**
🌿 Scenic trails through parts of Podyjí National Park
🏰 Historic town of Znojmo with charming streets and viewpoints
🌄 Beautiful views over the Thaya river valley
☕ Flexible return — stay longer in Znojmo to explore, relax, or enjoy a café after the hike
I also plan a short walk through the city so we can do some sightseeing together.
After the hike, you are free to stay longer in Znojmo if you like.
Since everyone buys their own train ticket, you can return at your preferred time.
I highly recommend visiting the Znojmo Town Hall Tower (approx 4€ entrance) and the underground tour:
[https://www.znojemskabeseda.cz/en/tourism/underground](https://www.znojemskabeseda.cz/en/tourism/underground)
**Hike Details**
**Duration:** Approx. 4 hours (pure walking time, not including sightseeing in Znojmo)
**Distance:** Approx. 16 km
**Elevation:** ↗️ 450 m up
**Difficulty:** Easy (technically), but requires basic fitness due to the distance
**Pace:** We’ll walk at a comfortable, social pace and take short breaks as needed
**Meeting Point & Travel**
**Meeting Time:** 08:30
**Meeting Location:** Praterstern station (ground floor near ticket machines, exit to platforms 1 & 2)
**Departure:** Train REX3 leaves at 09:01 (presumably Platform 1–2). Please buy your own ticket before boarding the train.
**Arrival:** Znojmo at 10:36
**Direct trains back to Vienna:**
14:57, 16:57, 18:57, 20:57
I recommend avoiding the last train back, just in case.
**What to Expect**
We will walk together as a group at a relaxed and friendly pace.
This is not a race or performance hike — the focus is on enjoying nature, conversation, and a shared experience.
We will stay together during the hike and take short breaks whenever useful.
Please note:
We do not plan to stop at huts or restaurants during the hike.
**What to Bring**
🥪 Snacks and drinks (at least 1.5 liters of water)
🥾 Sturdy hiking shoes
🌧️ Basic rain protection
🧢 Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Please note: There are no public toilets on the trail itself.
**Ticket Information**
The **VOR Freizeitticket** costs €19.90 for one day in Lower Austria.
Important:
The Einfach-Raus ticket, VOR Freizeitticket, and Klimaticket are only valid until **Retz**.
You need an additional ticket for the short section between **Retz and Znojmo**
(approx. €3–4 per direction).
If you are unsure about ticket options, don’t worry.
I will help coordinate everything at the meeting point so we can start the day in a relaxed way.
**Travel documents**
Since we are crossing an international border, please bring your passport or national ID card.
Even without regular border checks, you are legally required to carry valid identification.
Each participant is responsible for their own travel documents and entry requirements.
**Disclaimer**
This is a free, private leisure activity.
I am not a certified hiking guide.
Please join only if you feel comfortable with the distance and conditions.
Everyone participates at their own responsibility.
I will send a weather update to everyone registered on Thursday evening.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
Looking forward to a beautiful spring day together!
Jörg
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**Travel Information**
**Travel documents**
Since we are crossing an international border, please bring your passport or national ID card.
Even without regular border checks, you are legally required to carry valid identification.
Each participant is responsible for their own travel documents and entry requirements.
**Money**
Card payments are widely accepted in the Czech Republic.
The local currency is Czech Koruna (CZK), but many places also accept Euros.
**Phone data**
EU roaming rules apply.
Your Austrian mobile data plan should work without extra cost.
If you use a prepaid or non-EU SIM card, please check with your provider.
[Duplicate Event] Science and Philosophy Discussion Table
**[This is an accidentally duplicated meetup event.**
**Attendees who already signed up at this event are still welcome to attend at the time and place specified here.**
**People who have found this event by accident somehow are invited to navigate to the main group page and sign up to the main event on this day.]**
This is a group for meeting new people, eating brunch, and having discussions about science, life, philosophy, politics, and people.
Anybody is free to join, and we charge no fees.
This discussion group aims to have the absolute minimal level of structure necessary to ensure the conversation remains engaging to the majority of people present. In particular, we \*don't\* have fixed order of speaking or timed statements.
So far, the balance we've struck is enforcing hand raising when conversation gets intense in order to minimize interruption, and to give the chair (me!) the power to occasionally call a snap election on the conversation topic.
✨Business Networking (Speed Networking)✨
⭐️Speed Networking Vienna
Make connections. Find opportunities. Meet new friends.
⭐️Looking to expand your circle, meet inspiring people and actually enjoy the process? This is not just about business contacts — it’s about real human connection, shared interests and new friendships that can grow into something meaningful.
🔄 How it works:
10-minute one-to-one chats, new person each round. Easy, natural and relaxed — no awkward vibes, no forced conversations.
⭐️Perfect for people from different professions who want to connect, collaborate, exchange ideas and simply meet great new people.
💎Price 10€ and order a drink
📌 Limited spots – registration required.
Come for the networking. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new contacts and new friends. 💬✨
Join us on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/makegoodfriends?igsh=YjA2czVxNjF0cGJi&utm_source=qr
The Psychology and Personal Growth Circle: Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Welcome to our cozy **The Psychology and Personal Growth Circle** which is part of the Social Book Club!
We will meet to discuss the book “**Antifragile**" (426 pages) written by Nassim Nicholas Taleb.
The idea is to connect with like minded readers that love to grow and get to know themselves better through reading and especially applying knowledge from books.
We meet up once a month and talk about our progress applying knowledge from a certain book and our experience.
The event will take place at the volunteer organisation **MUT**.
It is an organisation to supports humans, animals and the environment especially in Vienna.
MUT or the Social Book Club look forward to some donation to cover the cost of this event.
If you would like to help, please bring some cash with you.
Book Description:
In The Black Swan Taleb outlined a problem; in *Antifragile* he offers a definitive solution: how to gain from disorder and chaos while being protected from fragilities and adverse events. For what he calls the "antifragile" is one step beyond robust, as it benefits from adversity, uncertainty and stressors, just as human bones get stronger when subjected to stress and tension.
See you then!
All the best
Sebastian
Cartography Events Near You
Connect with your local Cartography community
NSCoder Night
Bring your work or your hobby, hang out, and code with us.
Follow @buckeyecocoa for more information.
IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.
Art Night - Bring Your Own Work
Welcome to the Art School - 20's & 30's artists Meetup group! This is a community for young artists who are passionate about exploring different mediums and techniques in the world of art. Whether you're a painter, sculptor, photographer, or mixed media artist, this group is the perfect place to connect with like-minded individuals, have a space to work on your craft, and showcase your work. Let's inspire and support each other on our artistic journeys! Whether you're a novice or a seasoned artist, all skill levels are welcome. Join us and unleash your creativity!
Afterwards, we will have time to work on our individual art projects, hang out, and if anyone is interested in feedback on their work, there will be time for that as well.
Pop-up Book Club 3: The Ballad of The Sad Café, by Carson McCullers
Let’s meet and share our thoughts about Carson McCullers’ novella, The Ballad of The Sad Café.
Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches.
* **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason.
* **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes.
## Discussion Questions
1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie.
2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?**
3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome?
4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend?
5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles?
6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way?
7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time?
8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**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 Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code.
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
Saturday Mornings @ East Market
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 want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."











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