Non-violent Communication

Solo Travelers Party - Barcelona 🎉 In Barcelona on your own? Perfect. This is where everyone links up. Social group for Solo travelers: (500+ members) https://chat.whatsapp.com/H5gllcY9s6282cdYobevJZ?mode=gi_t We’re bringing together solo travelers for a proper night out — drinks, music, and a social crowd that’s actually open to meeting new people. No awkward vibes, no closed groups… everyone’s there for the same reason. Come solo, leave with people you’ll probably see again the next day.

Empieza el fin de semana con una actividad que te ayudará a liberarte del estrés, ansiedad, preocupaciones y te permitirá **conectar con tu Paz interior** **a través de la práctica de la Meditación**. **Te invitamos a este bonito plan de sábado en nuestro Centro de meditación de la calle Berlín 97**, un Oasis de Paz en el centro de la ciudad, para que puedas sentir, por propia experiencia, la energía que se crea al meditar en grupo y experimentes la felicidad que surge de la Paz mental. Pruébalo, disfrutarás de una **Relajación y bienestar total** para un broche de oro del finde. 🌟🧘🏻🧘🏻‍♂️ Esta es la actividad que te proponemos: **De 11h a 11,30h** meditación guiada **De 11,30h a 12h** visita guiada de nuestro precioso Centro urbano. Al finalizar, si te apetece, podrás compartir la experiencia con los demás mientras te tomas algo en nuestro **Café de La Paz**, un bonito espacio amplio y relajado. ☕️🍪🧁 No necesitas experiencia, tod@s son bienvenid@s!! ❤️🤩 \***Te esperamos!** \* Organiza: **Centro de Meditación Kadampa** de Barcelona. Somos una entidad sin ánimo de lucro creada para ayudar a las personas a desarrollar su paz mental y encontrar métodos prácticos para resolver los problemas cotidianos. Ofrecemos sesiones gratuitas y cursos de meditación desde nuestros dos centros en Barcelona ciudad y Montserrat (San Salvador de Guardiola) para ayudar a las personas a conectar con su Paz mental. Formamos parte de una Fundación Internacional para la difusión de la filosofía budista y la meditación en todo el mundo 🙏🏻

🇬🇧 Join us for our next Hiking session! It's open to anyone, free to join and focused on building community together and meeting new people in a safe and inclusive environment. This session is led by Rachel, Mohammadali, and Marina. We will take the train at 10:15 and arrive in Sitges around 11:00. We will walk to Parc Natural del Garraf and do a 9 km hike with approximately 300 metres of elevation gain, which will take around 3 hours. Shoes with good grip, a water bottle, a snack and sunscreen are recommended. We will walk through the Garraf Massif and appreciate the scenic views. We will be back around 17:00. You don't need to have hiking experience to join! View full route here: [https://www.alltrails.com/trail/spain/barcelona/pista-de-sitges-al-parc-natural-del-garraf-via-gr-5](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/spain/barcelona/pista-de-sitges-al-parc-natural-del-garraf-via-gr-5) To ensure you receive all updates, register for this activity through this link: https://iguality.fillout.com/sports-with-iguality. We hope to see you there! \-\-\- 🇪🇸 ¡Únete a nuestra próxima sesión de Senderismo! Está abierta a tod@s, es gratuita y está enfocada en construir comunidad junt@s y conocer gente nueva en un ambiente seguro e inclusivo. Esta sesión está liderada por Rachel, Mohammadali y Marina. Tomaremos el tren a las 10:15 y llegaremos a Sitges alrededor de las 11:00. Caminaremos hasta el Parc Natural del Garraf y haremos una caminata de 9 km con aproximadamente 300 metros de desnivel, que tomará alrededor de 3 horas. Se recomienda llevar zapatos con buen agarre, una botella de agua, un snack y protector solar. Caminaremos por el Macizo del Garraf y apreciaremos las vistas panorámicas. Regresaremos alrededor de las 17:00. ¡No necesitas tener experiencia en senderismo para unirte! Ver la ruta completa aquí: [https://www.alltrails.com/trail/spain/barcelona/pista-de-sitges-al-parc-natural-del-garraf-via-gr-5](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/spain/barcelona/pista-de-sitges-al-parc-natural-del-garraf-via-gr-5) Para asegurarte de recibir todas las actualizaciones, regístrate en esta actividad a través de este enlace: https://iguality.fillout.com/sports-with-iguality. ¡Esperamos verte allí!

Do you ever regret not approaching someone? It feels like being stuck, but you don't get there by watching more videos on IG of people approaching women. You get there by doing it yourself. Imagine being able to approach anyone anywhere. The freedom. Confidence. And the amazing feeling of knowing that you won't have to stay single or settle, because when the opportunity arise, you know you can take it. But it's hard to do by yourself. It takes time, effort and that extra push might be too difficult for you right now. That's why, this Saturday, I'm going to help you. We'll meet in the middle of Plaça de Catalunya (in the circle) at 15:00 and for two hours, I'll help you overcome your fears, anxiety and whatever thoughts that used to hold you back. This is maybe a once in a life opportunity for you if you want to finally be able to walk up to anyone and start a conversation. Any questions, just write me here on WhatsApp (+47 47311664).

This is not a typical ceramics class. This is a small, intimate space designed to help you slow down, disconnect from daily noise and reconnect with yourself through a simple, hands-on experience. In a city that moves fast, this group offers a different kind of plan: creating with your hands, sharing a glass of wine, and enjoying a calm, screen-free moment. All workshops are held in very small groups (max. 4 people) to keep the atmosphere personal and relaxed. No previous experience is needed. What to expect: • A guided ceramics experience focused on the process, not perfection • A cozy and calm environment • Wine or non-alcoholic drinks • Time to disconnect, without pressure or distractions You will also be able to keep your piece after it’s fired, as a reminder of the experience. This group is for you if you’re looking for: • A creative break from routine • A mindful, slow activity • A different way to meet people or spend time alone Spots are always limited to keep the experience intimate.

This month's pick: The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science by Kate McKinnon Backstory’s **Story Squad!** is our book club for young readers — a space to discover incredible stories, share ideas, and nurture a lifelong love of reading. Led by a mom-and-daughter duo, each session is about celebrating books together in a fun and welcoming way. **Instructions** 1. Swing by the shop to pick up a copy of your book 2. Read it 3. Come discuss it Easy peasy! Happy reading!

👋 ***Hi, I'm David, I help travelers and expats have confident, real-world conversations in English and Spanish.*** Hola a todos, soy David, me dedico a ayudar a viajeros y expatriados a tener conversaciones naturales y a ganar confianza en inglés y en español. ***I'd like to build a tribe of locals and expats here.*** Me gustaría construir una comunidad de locales y expatriados aquí. ***🎯 We'll explore a local neighborhood, using our surroundings to fuel the conversation and bypass memorized phrases.*** Exploraremos un barrio local, usando el entorno para inspirar la conversación y dejar de lado las frases memorizadas. ***We don't need to pay for alcohol in a bar to loosen up; the movement and the fresh air give us the confidence to speak.*** No necesitamos pagar por beber alcohol en un bar para soltarnos; movernos al aire libre nos ayudará a hablar con confianza. ⚠️ **This is not your average exchange / No es el típico intercambio** ***This isn't the typical language exchange where people show up once and never return. We offer an exchange where we go beyond the repetitive "where are you from?" and "what do you do?".*** Este no es el típico intercambio donde la gente viene un día y nunca más vuelve. Ofrecemos un intercambio donde vamos más allá del repetitivo "¿de dónde eres?" y "¿a qué te dedicas?". ***Improving requires consistency; it's no use joining a gym and never going.*** Mejorar requiere de constancia, no vale con apuntarse al gym y nunca ir. ***To join our bilingual tribe, you will need to pay a one-time commitment fee (€10) that shows your mid and long-term commitment to coming back and practicing with the group.*** Al unirte tendrás que pagar una matrícula de pago único (10€) que muestre tu compromiso a medio y largo plazo de volver y seguir practicando con el grupo. ***If you are already in the WhatsApp group, this does NOT apply to you.*** Si ya estás en el grupo de WhatsApp, este cambio NO te afecta. ***Let's get started!*** ¡Vamos! 💪 **‼️IMPORTANT / IMPORTANTE** ***All real-time updates, exact meeting points, and last-minute cancellations (due to weather or unforeseen circumstances) are posted ONLY in our WhatsApp group.*** Todas las actualizaciones en tiempo real, los puntos de encuentro exactos y las cancelaciones de última hora (por clima o imprevistos) se publican SOLO en nuestro grupo de WhatsApp. ***Please check the group before heading out to the event.*** Por favor, consulta el grupo antes de salir de casa para el evento.

**TORNEM A LA CIUTADELLA!!** **NO us equivoqueu de lloc!** **[QUÉ ES EL SOFTCOMBAT?](https://youtu.be/Essu82NpRvc)** **[Qué es el Jugger? | El Jugger, qué es y cómo jugarlo](https://youtu.be/dfyrlQn14oM)** **[Qué es el LARP?](https://youtu.be/fB3FkxDZhBA)** El Softcombat és una activitat esportiva en la qual, mitjançant armes embuatades (conegudes com boffers), es recreen combats medievals, es practiquen jocs d'equip i s'aprenen moviments marcials de combat. El Rol en Viu consisteix a afegir-li una acció més teatral i dramàtica a aquests enfrontaments. Si t'interessa aprendre a combatre, emular les lluites de les teves pel·lícules favorites, lluitar amb espasa, subjectar un escut, dominar els secrets de l'equilibri de peus o fer fitnes d'un mode diferent; el Softcombat i el Rol en Viu són una activitat que has de provar. **És durant el matí de 11h a 13.30h quan major quantitat de participants es reuneixen. A la tarda, es queda(a vegades) un petit grup, però no es pot garantir la seva presència fins a les 18h, sobretot a l'hivern. Recomanem anar de demà.** *** **REGLES BÀSIQUES PER AL SOFTCOMBAT** **NORMATIVA I SEGURETAT** **la participació en un esdeveniment implica l'acceptació d'aquestes:** Per a garantir la seguretat dels participants, totes les armes alienes a seran testades prèviament, conservant-se el dret a admissió de l'arma o de l'usuari. Com tot esport de contacte, cal anar amb compte i apel·lar sempre al sentit comú i a la companyonia, en inscriure's en la nostra comunitat, el participant o tutors del participant accepten la total responsabilitat de qualsevol mal, lesió, pèrdua... que pugui succeir dins dels entrenaments. **La participació en un esdeveniment implica l'acceptació d'aquestes.** 1. No estan permesos cops **ni al cap ni en els genitals.** 2. **La/s ma/ns** que subjecten l'arma fins a la nina no són blanc vàlid. 3. **No es pot estocar,** només colpejar amb el lateral de l'arma. 4. **Abans de començar** qualsevol enfrontament, cal estendre les armes, procedir a una lleugera salutació mitjançant el xoc entre aquestes. 5. **Cuida del company** amb el qual entrenes. Vigila la seva esquena i advertir-li de forats, arbres, altres persones o altres irregularitats en el terreny. 6. **Abans d'emprar qualsevol propietat aliena**, demana permís al seu propietari. Si algú trenca l'equip d'una altra persona, el propietari pot reclamar una compensació econòmica pels materials. 7. Els **menors de 14 anys** hauran d'anar acompanyats d'un adult responsable. Els menors de 16 anys hauran de portar un document emès per un tutor responsable, eximint de responsabilitat als Organitzadors (o confirmar meetup conforme l'acceptació d'aquestes normes). 8. **L'Organització no es farà responsable** de cap mena de lesió, mal o ferida que pugui succeir durant els entrenaments. 9. Diverteix-te i gaudeix, és un gran esport. 10. **L'organització es reserva el dret a vetar** la participació als qui consideri, sense haver de donar explicacions. Sobretot davant persones que hagin demostrat de manera present o passada un comportament deshonest, vexatori o frau davant l'entitat, els seus membres o equip de direcció. 11. Amb la participació en les activitats de Softcombat Bcn Events Associació Cultural, es declara que l'interessat accepta la política de privacitat i tractament de dades personals concorde a la normativa vigent de la LOPD (UE 2016/679). La qual garanteix un tractament anònim i confidencial de les dades facilitades, excepte indicació explicita del signant. A més, garanteix que el seu ús només serà a mode de còmput de participants davant les autoritats legals territorials de manera numèrica, en cas que fos necessari. 12. D'igual mode, declara el seu consentiment perquè SoftBcn Events faci ús de qualsevol imatge, relacionada amb l'esdeveniment, amb la finalitat de realitzar promoció i difusió de la seva activitat a llarg termini. **MATERIALES PERMITIDOS** [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5WPtm8uctCcPuc-lq_x7h-Uly9cjclOS](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5WPtm8uctCcPuc-lq_x7h-Uly9cjclOS) **Conoce nuestras otras Redes sociales:** [https://www.facebook.com/SoftcombatBcn/](https://www.facebook.com/SoftcombatBcn/) [https://www.instagram.com/softcombatbcn/](https://www.instagram.com/softcombatbcn/) [https://www.youtube.com/softcombatbcnevents](https://www.youtube.com/softcombatbcnevents) [https://twitter.com/SoftBCN ](https://twitter.com/SoftBCN)

**IMPORTANT: You must register on Luma to confirm attendance.** This Meetup event is only for visibility. Please secure your spot here: [https://luma.com/generatormarch](https://luma.com/generatormarch "https://luma.com/generatormarch")​ ​[Become a club member](https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?k=c "https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?k=c") to have access to member-only events, discounts and free, unlimited offline hangouts. ## ✨ Unplug for a day at The Offline Club House ​**Step in, lock your phone away, and let the world wait.** ​Imagine a day with no distractions—just the sound of the breeze through olive trees and birds chirping in the garden. Join our monthly community gathering at the Club House: a hidden 20th-century villa near Park Güell with over 2,000m² of wild gardens. ​This is your **"Third Place."** A sanctuary to take off your shoes, feel the grass between your toes, and remember what it’s like to live in the present. Whether you want to hide in a book, sweat in the Nordic sauna, or share a slow brunch with new friends—this day is for you. ​**Come as you are. Nap in the sun. Stay as long as you like.** *** ## 🕒 The Gentle Flow * ​**Morning (11:00 – 13:00):** Connect with yourself (me-time) * ​Silent reading party * ​Nordic sauna * ​**Communal Brunch (13:00 – 15:00):** * ​Sharing is caring * ​MAGNIFICO Specialty Coffee Tasting by Saul * ​**Afternoon (15:00 – 17:00):** Connect with others * ​Poolside loungin * ​Analog board games * ​MYSTERY board game lead by Xavier * ​**Closing (17:30):** We gather by the fireplace to share one small moment of joy from the day. ## ​🎒 Your Sunday Bag * ​**For the body:** A beach towel & swimwear. Flip flops. Sunblock! * ​**For the mind:** An analog hobby (book, journal, knitting, or a board game). * ​**For the table:** A sweet or savory dish to share. ## ​🏡 House Rules * ​**Phones Off:** We’ll look after your device at the door so you can look after your mind. * ​**Shoes Off:** To keep the villa feeling like a cozy home. ## ​📍 The Journey ​A 10-minute walk from **Metro Vallcarca**. The uphill stroll / stairs are the perfect transition from the city's noise to the villa's silence—the panoramic views at the top are your first reward. ​Parking available for 2 cars and 5 motorbikes. Please let us know in advance to book a spot. **Sidenote:** ​The Offline Club is a global movement with local communities across 22 cities. ​We gather weekly in offline hangouts where we mindfully disconnect from the digital world to reconnect to ourselves and others in the present moment. ​Think reading parties, gamenights, fireside chats and offline retreats. ​[Become a club member](https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?k=c "https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?k=c") to get free access to unlimited offline hangouts, and member fees for special events and retreats. ​Exact location is restricted to club members and registered guests

**Vols practicar i millorar el teu català mentre coneixes gent nova?** Cada diumenge ens trobem en un bar per conversar **en català**, en un ambient distès i agradable. La trobada és oberta tant a **persones que aprenen català com a catalanoparlants nadius**. És una oportunitat perfecta per practicar l’idioma, fer noves amistats i passar una bona estona xerrant sense presses. **T’hi esperem! Apunta’t i vine al vermut més internacional.** 🍻🗣️

Workshop: Paint Your Own Mandala in Dot Painting & Cup of Tea 🌿 Treat yourself to a moment just for you and step away from the daily rush 🌿 In this workshop, you’ll be invited to explore the art of dot painting while creating your own mandala, point by point, in a calm and welcoming atmosphere. No experience needed — just an open mind and the disposition to enjoy the present moment. 🎨 A relaxing experience to unwind and flow 🖌️ All materials included ✨ Take home your own mandala as a reminder of this peaceful moment Let yourself be guided by colors, dots, and creativity. We look forward to seeing you! [Get to know us here :D](https://www.instagram.com/oasis.colibri?igsh=MXNid2g3MWN2azVieg==) [Envianos un mensaje en Whats App :)](https://wa.me/message/6TUN57VE6T5HO1) Taller: Pinta tu propio mandala en dot painting 🌿 Regálate un momento para ti y desconecta del ritmo diario 🌿 En este taller te invitamos a sumergirte en la técnica del dot painting, creando tu propio mandala punto a punto en un ambiente tranquilo y acogedor. No necesitas experiencia, solo venir con la mente abierta y disposición para disfrutar del presente. 🎨 Una experiencia para relajarte y fluir 🖌️ Materiales incluidos ✨ Te llevarás tu mandala como recuerdo de este momento de calma

Discover a way to build leadership skills while networking. You'll explore practical techniques in this interpersonal-dynamics workshop, led by an expert in leadership and communication. In this interactive session, you will: * Connect with professionals through a moderated activity * Discuss conflicting workplace dynamics * Practise recognising and overcoming interpersonal challenges * Share insights to support professional growth for yourself and others Designed for those who want to strengthen their presence, build impactful workplace connections and master the skills behind confident leadership. The session will be led by the current President of Women4Space, bringing unique insights from aerospace leadership and communication. **How to get there:** Enter the venue and walk all the way through to the back where the garden is located. Look for the event sign on the reserved table. **IMPORTANT:** You must buy your own food & drinks at the venue Limited seats so register now to experience leadership development done differently!

**(CASTELLANO a continuación** 🥐 **ENGLISH below)** Avui posem rumb a una de les grans joies naturals del nostre país: **les Fonts del Llobregat**. Un indret màgic on l’aigua brolla amb força de les parets de la muntanya formant **desenes de fonts i cascades… un autèntic caprici de la natura i un dels racons més impressionants de Catalunya**. Ara, després del desglaç, el trobarem en el seu moment més espectacular. I no només això: farem una ruta circular de **11 km i 630 m de desnivell** positiu. Sense dificultats tècniques, però amb exigència física moderada, ideal per a qui vulgui fer treballar el *body* i gaudir de la muntanya amb calma. Arribarem fins al **preciós poble de Castellar de n'Hug**, descobrirem **una cova sorprenent on viurem una experiència especial i coronarem un cim amb vistes privilegiades a la Serra del Cadí, ara ben verda i florida**. 🌸🌱 Ens espera un dia complet de natura, aigua i muntanya. T’hi apuntes? ℹ️ **Detalls pràctics:** * **Preu:** 25 € excursió + 14 € cotxe (es paga directament al conductor/a) = **Total: 39€** * **Inclou:** guiatge per guia titulat, assegurança d'accidents + responsabilitat civil. * **Targeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutes... **1 gratuïta!** Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta * Mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya * Roba en capes (adaptable al temps) * Bastons opcionals ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! Segueix-nos i estigues al dia! * Al nostre Insta [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * a Can Facebook [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * \*\*i uneix-te al [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) \*\* per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🍀 **CASTELLANO** 🌸 Hoy ponemos rumbo a una de las grandes joyas naturales de Cataluña: **las Fuentes del Llobregat**. Un lugar mágico donde el agua brota con fuerza de las paredes de la montaña formando decenas de fuentes y cascadas… **un auténtico capricho de la naturaleza y uno de los rincones más impresionantes de Cataluña**. Ahora, tras el deshielo, lo encontraremos en su momento más espectacular. Y no solo eso: realizaremos tambíen una **ruta circular de 11km y 630m de desnivel positivo**. Sin dificultades técnicas, pero con una exigencia física moderada, ideal para quienes quieran activar el cuerpo y disfrutar de la montaña con calma. Llegaremos hasta el **precioso pueblo de Castellar de n'Hug**, **descubriremos una cueva sorprendente donde viviremos una experiencia especial** y coronaremos una cima con **vistas privilegiadas a la Serra del Cadí, ahora verde y florida.** 🌸🌱 **Nos espera un día completo de naturaleza, agua y montaña.** **Te apuntas?** ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 25 € excursión + 14€ coche (se paga directamente al conductor/a) = **Total: 39€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta * Mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Ropa por capas (para adaptarnos al clima) * Bastones (opcionales) ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * En Instagram [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * En Facebook [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * Y únete al \*\* [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) \*\* para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ⛰️ **ENGLISH** 🦗 Today we head towards one of the great natural jewels of Catalunya: the **Fonts del Llobregat**. A magical place where water bursts powerfully from the mountain walls, creating **dozens of springs and waterfalls… a true masterpiece of nature and one of the most breathtaking spots in Catalonia.** Right now, after the snowmelt, it’s at its most spectacular. And that’s not all: we’ll hike an 11 km circular route with 630 meters of elevation gain. No technical difficulties, but a moderate physical challenge — perfect for working the body while enjoying the mountains at a relaxed pace. We’ll reach **the beautiful village of Castellar de n'Hug**, **explore a fascinating cave where we’ll share a special experience**, and summit a **peak with privileged views over the Serra del Cadí, now lush and in bloom. 🌸🌱** **A full day of nature, water and mountains awaits.** **Are you in?** ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €25 for the hike + €14 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €39** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * **Nature Connect Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch * At least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Layered clothing (weather can change!) * Trekking poles (optional) ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. 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The climate emergency will not be solved by reading books. But by coming together to read, to educate ourselves, to share what we learn with friends and family, and to take action in our corner of the world we can be a small part of the wave of change humanity desperately needs. Sound like something you want to be a part of? We’d love to have you. Join the Climate Action Book Club this month to read the 'The Nutmeg's Curse: Parables for a Planet in Crisis' by Amitav Ghosh, the Bengali Indian novelist and writer who has several books on climate change. This event is free, but please get your copy from the wonderful English bookstore that hosts our book club meetings, Backstory. You can also [buy a copy from them online](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/the-nutmegs-curse/). To cover Meetup fees, we also request a €1 donation per attendee. You are welcome (even encouraged) to join us even if you haven't read the book but want to hear and join the discussion about it. Feel free to bring a friend, too. Hope to see you!

This month's prompt concerns the idea of the “warrior philosopher” (seemed appropriate in these times)--that is someone whose understanding of violence, power, and justice is forged through direct experience of war. We are looking at Major General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated U.S. Marine raised in a Quaker (pacifist) tradition who later became a prominent critic of American militarism (there is a wonderful biography of Gen. Butler called "Gangsters of Capitalism") Butler's argument in *War Is a Racket* (1935): that many U.S. interventions were driven less by national defense than by corporate and financial interests, with Butler portraying himself as an enforcer for business and Wall Street. We can consider the moral ambiguity of his insider critique—whether complicity strengthens or undermines credibility and also consider some of the concrete reforms he proposed (e.g., “conscript” capital before soldiers, restrict the military to coastal defense, and have only those who fight decide on war). Butler’s life arc clearly changed from pacifist upbringing to warrior to antiwar crusader—and asks whether true understanding of peace requires firsthand knowledge of war, and what that implies about the cost of suffering. So do we need to suffer to understand suffering? Do we have to experience war to appreciate peace? As one more question: in the movie "A Few Good Men" Jack Nicholson's character says that "you have the luxury of not knowing what I know" so do most of us go through life oblivious to real violence and suffering? See you at Drunken Philosophy!

Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above. There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change. The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/). Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers. For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

We may pick a specific topic and post in advance or may discuss current events and various ad hoc topics . We would love to spend time hanging out and getting to know one another. Atheist, agnostics, other non-theists, and atheist-friendly people are welcome to join us. Note: COUNT operates a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions (http://www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions/) to promote discussions among members and visitors.

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024