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Chocolate Events Today
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Tuesday Espoo Urheilupuisto Relaxed Run (6 km)
⭐⭐⭐ THIS IS THE LAST EVENT HOSTED ON MEETUP. ⭐⭐⭐
Future events will be hosted on Facebook - [Espoo Tapiola Relaxed Running Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1174415320816594)
Hey do you want to come out for a run? Join us for a relaxed evening run in Espoo. The run usually lasts 45-65min for a distance of about 6km. This is a relaxed run. We take care of each other so no one gets lost or left behind. We run rain or shine so come prepared for the weather!
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are having, or have had flu-like symptoms, please stay home! Feel free to weak masks or suggest additional safety measures. We want everyone to feel safe and stay safe!
Let's meet at Urheilupuiston metroasema, at the metro entrance facing the bus stop near the roundabout. Look for person/people in running gear!
Note: if someone who has RSVP:d is not there at 18.00, we wait until 18:05, then we start out.
CANCELLED! Practice communication & leadership skills with Helsinki Toastmasters
Dear Guests,
Due to low attendance and a number of unexpected sick leaves, we’ve made the decision to cancel our meeting scheduled for December 30th. Unfortunately, we wouldn’t be able to run it effectively under the current circumstances.
Wishing you a joyful start to 2026 and we look forward to seeing everyone refreshed in January!
All the best,
Helsinki Toastmasters
Chocolate Events This Week
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Sketchy Collective: Helsinki Drawing Meetup
**Welcome to Sketchy Collective!**
A relaxed and social drawing group for anyone who enjoys sketching — or just wants to give it a try.
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We meet **every Sunday at 15:00** in **Oodi Library**.
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**HOW TO FIND US**
We meet on the **top floor of Oodi Library**, on the stairs **opposite** the children’s area.
It's a good idea to **keep your sketchbook visible** so others can easily recognize that you're there for the sketching meetup. And if you’re a regular participant, making it clear that you're part of the sketching group can be very helpful for newcomers!
The main organizer is currently not in Helsinki. The meetings have been continuing without organizer's attendance, but please be considerate and make it easy for new participants to join — for example, once the group gathers, **please stay at the designated spot in the library described above.**
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**HOW IT WORKS**
At each meetup, attendees take turns being the model for a quick **10-minute sketch session**. One person poses, everyone else sketches, then we rotate.
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**WHAT TO BRING**
Pencils and paper (or any sketching tools you like).
No fees, no pressure. The only thing we ask is that everyone takes a turn posing for the group. You can sit however you feel comfortable — the 10 minutes go by quickly! Draw as much as you like, skip a round if you’re tired or just want to chat, and leave whenever it suits you. The event continues as long as there’s interest.
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**STAYING CONNECTED**
Due to issues with spam and advertising, the group has decided that **only people who have attended at least one meetup will be accepted into the WhatsApp group**. To be added, please ask other participants at the meetup — a few members have permission to approve new people, and at least one of them will likely be present.
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**SOCIAL MEDIA**
If you’d like to share your drawings from the meetup, you can send them via message on Facebook or Instagram, or use the Instagram collab function. We warmly encourage everyone to share their work and take part in building our international sketching gallery — together with artists from all the cities where Sketchy Collective meetups are organized.
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**SUPPORT**
Meetups are always free, but if you’d like to chip in for the cost of the Meetup.com subscription and future events in Helsinki (plein airs, exhibitions, etc.), you can use:
https://buymeacoffee.com/sketchy.collective
Ren Xue Yuan Gong
Welcome to join our Ren Xue Yuan Gong practice!
The practice is simple but yet practical and powerful.
It is easy to learn and will help you:
-gain energy, feel less tired and stressed
-more mental clarity, easier to concentrate
-boost your immune system
Time:
Sundays at 13:00 - 15:30 for advanced (over 1 year in the group)
and at 15:30 - 17:00 for beginners
NOTE: on the 16th and 30th of November, the beginners lesson will be in Wanha labra (through Kahvila Lähde, above the stairs of the auditorium)
WHERE:
Tallipääty, MIITTI office
Lapinlahden Lähde
Lapinlahdenpolku 8
00180 Helsinki
How to find us: When entering into the courtyard of the yellow main building, MIITTI's office is through the first door on the left-hand side.
About REN XUE
Ren Xue is a comprehensive system for uplifting human life. It includes a unique form of Qigong (Yuan Qigong); three foundational theories (Theory of Qi, Theory of Consciousness, Theory of Totality) and a large body of teachings.
It was created by world-renowned teacher and healer Yuan Tze who continues to offer online and in-person events worldwide.
Ren Xue combines ancient Chinese wisdom traditions with modern insights into health and well-being.
The goal of Ren Xue is to help individuals improve their physical, emotional, and mental health through a holistic approach that emphasizes the connection between the mind, body, and spirit.
REN XUE FINLAND
Ren Xue Finland (RXF) is the Finnish branch of the global movement, an organization dedicated to the promotion and teaching of Ren Xue and its associated practices, including Yuan Gong and Yuan Ming Medicine.
It provides easy entry into the Ren Xue system through local in-person sessions, online courses and workshops/retreats.
Other learning methods can be found here: Ren Xue TV, a YouTube channel and Learn Ren Xue website. More about Ren Xue: [https://www.renxueinternational.org/](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.renxueinternational.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR06uJQRSC7BE3zhPePQ7X_KO7WXa60cr7NK25KdOqfbSIHpYqBLO3dYgVM_aem_alDR7a6KhbNhG3u9NhCUVA&h=AT18asmYaRkvHCJemaC7rr9GVu579uflDCg7T6mLNodWdtMVhuxwFhIyz0p5ONeJbm3WQ3ZGIwONIa0_pDvih4t9BCCJUBkjhK4BdIMEl4aQ_qPzR5ykW-aiOndhYDPeAW9_2_eWZaMsv889HKbp8_c&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AT35KTjVjr2kCnYHrXXjXPxEGFK-RFbZnFVdDmWrTe5WwbSZZ5ulNxFEjPPhejS8Pf4xetwkU1hhM1P2K_ABugpnXL6w-CKE25ARXwtLSexv-4fPJ4s2_Kcqgj3g2XWjCVkPPgcjwrPoNWOvdKa2f1VqyVa-2kcTojodTS3wn9zrnRjZLcG7)
If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms:
IG: [instagram.com/miitti1](http://instagram.com/miitti1)
Facebook: [facebook.com/miitti1](http://facebook.com/miitti1)
Web: [lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti](http://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/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!
Jan 2026 - Guided Meditations
Join us on **Fridays, 18:00 - 19:30** at **Lapinlahden Lähde** for a free session where we’ll explore the topic of the week. After 19:30, you're welcome to hang out with us. Depending on what the group decides, we sometimes:
\- go out for dinner
\- stay in\, enjoy tea and cookies and play board games
✅ Your **RSVP counts as your registration**, we expect you to **honour it**.
🤝 All conversations are confidential. What’s shared, stays in the group.
🌿 Small group, big heart: Everyone gets a chance to share.
🧘♀️ Come comfy, come curious.
💧 Bring water. Skip heavy meals & caffeine.
📍 **Tallipääty, Lapinlahdenpolku 8, Helsinki**
(Through the gate, first door on the left!)
**Kind reminder:** Last-minute cancellations or no-shows mean others miss out. To keep it fair, repeated cases may result in losing the spot in future sessions.
If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms:
IG: [instagram.com/miitti1](http://instagram.com/miitti1)
Facebook: [facebook.com/miitti1](http://facebook.com/miitti1)
Web: [lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti](http://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/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!
🎆🥂 New Year’s Eve Social Night – Karaoke, Connections & Midnight Vibes! ✨🎉
🎇🍾 Welcome the New Year with great people and great energy at **Eurohostel (Katajanokka)**! Whether you’re feeling bold or just want to soak in the atmosphere, come as you are and ring in the New Year surrounded by friendly faces and genuine connections.
This is a **purely social** New Year’s Eve gathering — no networking, no work talk, no pressure. Just people meeting people, sharing moments, and starting the year on a high note. 🥂✨
🎤 **From 19:00–23:00:**
Optional karaoke for anyone who wants to sing, cheer, or laugh along — totally fine to just hang out and chat too.
🎶 **After 23:00:**
Upbeat music takes over as we count down to midnight and celebrate the New Year together with great vibes and energy. 🎆💃🕺
✨ **Perfect for:**
* Anyone spending New Year’s Eve in Helsinki
* People new to the city or staying at Eurohostel
* Locals who want to meet fresh faces
* Those who want a relaxed, social alternative to clubs
🤝 Come solo, bring a friend, or bring your whole crew — everyone’s welcome. Stay for part of the night or all the way into the New Year.
🎆 Let’s end the year together and start the next one with openness, warmth, and good company. Just show up, be yourself, and enjoy the night! ✨🥂
Sauna and relaxation together ♥️
🔥 Sauna Session – Helsinki
Sauna & relaxation session in Helsinki.
A calm and grounding moment designed to slow down, relax, and enjoy a shared experience in a peaceful atmosphere.
📅 Date: Sunday, January 4th, 2026
⏰ Time: 13:00 – 15:00
📍 Location: Löyly, Helsinki
This session is about:
• relaxation and well-being
• simple conversations in a calm space
• enjoying the sauna at your own pace
No agenda, no pressure just a structured moment to disconnect and reset.
🧖♀️ Swimsuit & towel required
☕ Optional drink after the sauna
⚠️ Limited spots – participation must be confirmed in advance.
— Jasméa Coffee Club
Pottery Painting Workshop
**🎨 Keramiikan Maalaustyöpaja – Vapauta Luovuutesi! 🏺**
Liity mukaan **keskiviikkoisin klo 16** ja **lauantaisin klo 13** rentouttavaan ja hauskaan **keramiikan maalaustyöpajaan**!
🌟 **Miten se toimii?**
* Valitse suosikkisi **kymmenistä keramiikkatuotteista**, kuten mukeista, vaaseista, hahmoista ja muista.
* Suunnittele ja **maalaa oma taideteoksesi** valitsemillasi väreillä.
* Ota upeasti maalaamasi keramiikkatyö mukaasi kotiin muistoksi!
Tarjoamme **kaikki tarvittavat materiaalit**, mukaan lukien keramiikan, maalit, siveltimet ja muut tarvikkeet.
Työpaja sopii erinomaisesti **perheille, ystäville ja yksin osallistuville**. Ikäraja **6 vuotta ja vanhemmat**.
📍 **Missä?** GTC Café
🎟 **Paikkoja rajoitetusti – varaa paikkasi nyt!**
Tule mukaan luomaan jotakin kaunista! 🎨✨
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**🎨 Pottery Painting Workshop – Unleash Your Creativity! 🏺**
Join us every **Wednesday at 4 PM** and **Saturday at 1 PM** for a fun and relaxing **Pottery Painting Workshop**!
🌟 **How It Works:**
* Choose from **dozens of pottery pieces**, including mugs, vases, figurines, and more.
* Pick your favorite design and **paint it however you like** using our wide selection of colors.
* Take your beautifully hand-painted pottery home with you as a unique keepsake!
We provide **all materials**, including pottery, paints, brushes, and everything you need to bring your creativity to life.
This workshop is **perfect for families, friends, and solo participants** looking for a creative and enjoyable experience. Suitable for **ages 6 and up**.
📍 **Where?** GTC Café
🎟 **Limited spots available – book your session now!**
Come and create something beautiful! 🎨✨
Book Now
🎨 Unlock your inner artist at GTC Cafe's painting workshops! 🖌️
Embark on a journey of creativity and relaxation as you explore different artistic mediums. Immerse yourself in a sculpture painting workshop and discover a variety of techniques and styles.
Led by experienced painting masters, our workshops provide expert guidance and insider tips to enhance your skills. We supply all the necessary materials, from paints and brushes to sculpting tools, so you can fully immerse yourself in the creative process.
At the end of each session, take home your unique masterpiece as a memento of your artistic journey!
Reserve your spot today by pre-booking through the links below.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to tap into your artistic potential. Join us at GTC Cafe's painting workshops and let your creativity soar!
You can also arrange this workshop for special events, birthdays, or any other occasion to enjoy with friends. Simply let us know your preferred date at least one week in advance.
We can't wait to paint with you!
Chocolate Events Near You
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Celebrate a New Year of Friendship with lunch!! 😍🥳
Join us for lunch at True Food Kitchen in Easton as we celebrate the New Year and our friendships!
Cocoaheads
Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings.
This Month's Presentation:
Nothing yet. (You should volunteer).
What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)?
CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics.
What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)?
BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend.
Presentations!
Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website.
To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter.
Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.
Celebrate National Spaghetti Day!
Join us as we celebrate **National Spaghetti Day** with this hearty dish! Though the origins of spaghetti are disputed—whether it was Marco Polo bringing back culinary invention from the East or a home-grown Sicilian treat dating back to the 12th Century—we can all agree that a cold day with a big bowl of noodle-y, saucy goodness is balm for the soul.
# Carfagnas Spaghetti and Sauce
*Everybody's favorite!* Our handmade egg spaghetti topped with our homemade marinara and served with two of our famous meatballs. There are other classic spaghetti dishes on the menu, too.
**Where:** We'll have tables in their beautiful upscale bar at Carfagna's Ristorante; and you need to check out everything Italian this place has to offer under one roof!! (shopping, pastry)
***Reservation for 12 under Michele Z starts at 2pm***. *Members Only. Space is limited so no guests, please.*
I hope you'll join me at Carfagna's AMAZING complex on Gemini/Polaris. -Michele
Winter Hike (with Columbus Ski Club)
JOIN CSC FOR A WINTER ADVENTURE!
Prairie Oaks Winter Hike
Central Ohio Metro Parks — Winter Hike Series
Bundle up, hit the trails, and experience the magic of Ohio’s winter landscape with fellow CSC members!
Enjoy crisp air, scenic paths, and a chance to recharge in nature.
Hike will be approximately 3 miles long, hot chocolate will be provided by the Central Ohio Metro Parks prior to the hike. Please meet at the restroom/hot chocolate area. Dogs welcome.
CSC Membership not required for this event!
[Dec_2025_CSC_Track Newsletter.pdf]()
Lunch at Ampersand's! 😋
Let's have lunch at Uptown Westerville's newest restaurant. Ampersand is owned by the same couple who owns Asterisk. They are known for ramen, rice bowls, teriyaki and small plates.















