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Bachata (the dance of our generation) is a social couple dance like Salsa - no choreography. The community in Berlin is active daily - you will meet a lot of open-minded people and make new friends quickly! Every Thursday we have Bachata dance classes in Berlin - we are usually a group of around 20 people (95% beginners): 🕖 19:00 - class: Bachata Technique for Beginners+ (0-1+ years experience) • No partner needed (we switch). • You can start from zero in any of these classes! 📍 Adress: Klosterstraße 44 ([Google Maps Link](https://maps.app.goo.gl/5VGEqaVSy9xBCoHv9)) - near S+U Alexanderplatz • Entry: Entrance A (next to U-Bahn), code: 5928# - 3rd floor (300), then black door. • Price: 12€ per class. ✅ Dance teacher contact: [WhatsApp-group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IWKPsid0cBDAUHCWKZNL2B) / [Instagram](https://instagram.com/mahir.bachata.berlin) 🇩🇪: Bachata (der Tanz unserer Generation) ist ein sozialer Paartanz wie Salsa - keine Choreographie. Die Bachata-Szene in Berlin ist groß und täglich aktiv - du wirst schnell viele offene Leute kennenlernen und neue Freundschaften schließen! Jeden Donnerstag findet dieser Bachata Tanzkurs statt - wir sind meistens eine Gruppe von 20 Leuten (95% Anfänger): 🕖 19:00 Uhr - Kurs: Bachata Technik für Anfänger+ (0-1+ Jahre Erfahrung) • Kein Partner nötig (wir wechseln). • Du kannst in diesen Kursen jederzeit von null starten! 📍 Adresse: Klosterstraße 44 ([Google Maps Link](https://maps.app.goo.gl/5VGEqaVSy9xBCoHv9)) - Nähe S+U Alexanderplatz • Zugang: Eingang A (neben U-Bahn), Code: 5928# - 3. Etage (300), dann schwarze Tür. • Preis: 12€ je Kurs. ✅ Tanzlehrer Kontakt: [WhatsApp-Gruppe](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IWKPsid0cBDAUHCWKZNL2B) / [Instagram](https://instagram.com/mahir.bachata.berlin) Schreib uns gerne eine Nachricht, wenn du offene Fragen hast! Wir freuen uns auf dich ❤

**Instinct #20 Vernissage** for **LGBTQIA+** Free event Radical Empathy \*Queere Perspectives on Conflict, Resilience & Connectiont marks instinct #20 and brings together queer artists and collectives to explore how we live conflict differently—through practices of care, resilience, and connection. Conflict is part of our lives. How can we live conflicts differently? Radical Empathy begins with the understanding that empathy is not soft, neutral, or given. It is learned, practiced, and risked. The exhibition explores queer artistic practices as sites of radical empathy—understood not as passive emotional identification but as a relational and transformative engagement with difference. Drawing from queer history, progressive ethics of care, and contemporary art practices, the exhibition examines how queer art creates conditions for empathy that resist assimilation, challenge heteronormative perspectives, and center lived experience as a vital form of knowledge. Queer artists and collectives frequently work from positions of historical exclusion, using art as a means of survival, connection, and world-building. In this context, Radical Empathy moves beyond the notion of simply “feeling for” another; it emphasizes a willingness to remain open to discomfort, to difference, and the possibility of being transformed through encounter. instinct #20 __ viewing 02.–12. April __ Artists Matthias Bade Josch Hoenes & Tomka Weiß Heami Lee Paul Harfleet Owa Mesa Dylan Mitro Monika Popiel & Paweł Świerczek Lars Reimers Tejal Shah Andrey Shental __ Performance Ahmed El Gendy Dumama __ Guests (workshops / panel) Joshua Amissah Antke Engel Jan Großer Lo Höckner Mati Klitgard __ Film Prinz in Hölleland (1993) von Michael Stock __ Cooperation Schwules Museum Berlin Salzgeber Verleih __ Curatorial Team Eric LeRouge in collaboration with Neo Seefried & Kristijan Radakovic \*The exhibition instinct#20 Radical Empathy serves as an artistic reflection on two we are village projects, Conflict and Resilience and Queer Connect. Bringing these earlier initiatives into dialogue, instinct#20 Radical Empathy revisits their ideas, processes, and contexts, transforming them into a new curatorial framework that invites renewed interpretation. 🔵 **Radical Empathy \*Queere Perspektiven auf Konflikt, Resilienz & Verbundenheit** ist **instinct #20** und vereint queere Künstler:innen und Kollektive, um zu untersuchen, wie wir Konflikte anders leben können – durch Praktiken der Fürsorge, Resilienz und Verbindung. Konflikt ist Teil unseres Lebens. Wie können wir Konflikte anders leben? Radical Empathy geht von der Erkenntnis aus, dass Empathie nicht weich, neutral oder selbstverständlich ist. Sie wird erlernt, geübt und riskiert. Die Ausstellung versteht queere künstlerische Praktiken als Orte radikaler Empathie – nicht als passives emotionales Sich-Identifizieren, sondern als relationale und transformative Auseinandersetzung mit Differenz. Ausgehend von queerer Geschichte, progressiven Ethiken der Fürsorge und zeitgenössischen Kunstpraktiken untersucht die Ausstellung, wie queere Kunst Bedingungen für Empathie schafft, die sich Assimilation widersetzen, heteronormative Perspektiven herausfordern und gelebte Erfahrung als eine zentrale Form von Wissen sichtbar machen. Queere Künstler:innen und Kollektive arbeiten häufig aus Positionen historischer Ausgrenzung heraus und nutzen Kunst als Mittel zum Überleben, für Verbundenheit und zum Aufbau von Welten. In diesem Kontext geht Radical Empathy über die Vorstellung hinaus, lediglich „mitzufühlen“; es betont die Bereitschaft, offen zu bleiben für Unbehagen, für Andersheit und für die Möglichkeit, sich durch Begegnung verändern zu lassen. **instinct #20** __ geöffnet 02.–12. April __ **Künstler:innen** Matthias Bade Josch Hoenes & Tomka Weiß Heami Lee Paul Harfleet Owa Mesa Dylan Mitro Monika Popiel & Paweł Świerczek Lars Reimers Tejal Shah Andrey Shental __ **Performance** Ahmed El Gendy Dumama __ **Gäste (workshops / panel)** Joshua Amissah Antke Engel Jan Großer Lo Höckner Mati Klitgard __ **Film** *Prinz in Hölleland* (1993) von Michael Stock __ **Kooperation** Schwules Museum Berlin Salzgeber Verleih __ **Kuratorisches Team** Eric LeRouge in Zusammenarbeit mit Neo Seefried & Kristijan Radakovic *\* Die Ausstellung **instinct#20 Radical Empathy** versteht sich als künstlerische Reflexion zweier we are village Projekte: **Conflict and Resilience** und **Queer Connect**. Indem diese früheren Initiativen miteinander in Dialog gebracht werden, nimmt instinct#20 Radical Empathy ihre Ideen, Prozesse und Kontexte erneut auf und überführt sie in einen neuen kuratorischen Rahmen, der zu einer erneuten Interpretation einlädt.*

-DROP IN - *(English below)* Lindy Hop \| Swing Dance Unterricht \- * *wenn es warm ist\, draußen \| outdoors\, when warm* * *drinnen, wenn es kalt ist / inside, if cold* Klassen am Donnerstag Abend 18:15 Uhr - Starter "Take The A Train" \* keine Anmeldung nötig \* Start jederzeit & ohne Tanzerpartner\*IN möglich 19:30 Uhr OPEN CLASS (Improver - Experienced) \* keine Anmeldung nötig \* Teilnahme jederzeit & ohne Tanzerpartner\*IN möglich [20:30 Red RHYTHM - Social Dance w/ LIVE MUSIK & DJ](https://www.swingpatrolberlin.com/red-rhythm---swing-dance-night.html) Für mehr Informationen & Kosten bitte hier schauen: [SWING PATROL KULTURBRAUEREI](https://www.swingpatrolberlin.com/sp-kulte.html) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- classes every Thursday evening 18:15 Starter "Take The A Train" \* no registration needed \* no partner needed \* start anytime 19:30 OPEN CLASS (IMPROVER - EXPERIENCED) \* no registration needed \* no partner needed [20:30 Social Dance w/ LIVE MUSIK & DJ](https://www.swingpatrolberlin.com/red-rhythm---swing-dance-night.html) All information here: [SWING PATROL KULTURBRAUEREI](https://www.swingpatrolberlin.com/sp-kulte.html)

**Book Club** For **LGBTQIA+** **[Free with registration](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/book-club/w15-2026)** **“Box Hill” by Adam Mars-Jones (2020)** In 1975, eighteen-year-old Colin meets the older biker Ray on Box Hill. Their chance encounter leads to a six-year, tightly controlled relationship in which power, dependence and intimacy intertwine. Told two decades later, the novel offers a nostalgic yet unsparing portrait of a male world shaped by motorcycle racing, power games and dry British humour. This story of a problematic SM relationship inspired the movie “Pillion” by Harry Lighton. On the Sunday of his eighteenth birthday, in 1975, Colin takes a walk on Box Hill, a biker hang-out in Surrey. There he accidentally trips over Ray, a biker napping under a tree. From the very first moment, the natural authority of the older man in leather exerts an irresistible attraction on Colin. The consequences are his first sexual experience, his first ride on a Norton Commando and his first relationship. On the very same day, he moves in with him – the beginning of a six-year, strictly regimented coupledom in which the boundaries between submission and security dissolve. Told with a time lag of almost twenty years, “Box Hill” depitcs a male idyll of unbridled motorcycle racing, draconian power games and dirty poker rounds with nostalgia, tenderness a charming dose of British humour. **Book Club** Fur **LGTBQIA+** **[Kostenlos mit Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/book-club/w15-2026)** **„Box Hill“ von Adam Mars-Jones (2020)** Diese Geschichte einer problematischen SM-Beziehung inspirierte den Film „Pillion“ von Harry Lighton. Am Sonntag seines achtzehnten Geburtstags im Jahr 1975 macht Colin einen Spaziergang auf dem Box Hill, einem Treffpunkt für Motorradfahrer in Surrey. Dort stolpert er versehentlich über Ray, einen Motorradfahrer, der unter einem Baum ein Nickerchen macht. Die natürliche Autorität des deutlich älteren Mannes mit der Lederkluft übt vom ersten Moment an eine unbezwingbare Anziehungskraft auf Colin aus. Die Folgen sind seine erste sexuelle Erfahrung, seine erste Fahrt auf einer Norton Commando und seine erste Beziehung. Noch am selben Tag zieht er bei Ray ein – der Beginn einer sechs Jahre andauernden, streng reglementierten Zweisamkeit, in der sich die Grenzen zwischen Unterwerfung und Geborgenheit auflösen. Mit einem Zeitlichen Abstand von knapp zwanzig Jahren erzählt, enthüllt „Box Hill“ ein Männerwelt-Idyll aus ungebremsten Motorrad-Rennfahrten, drakonischen Machtspielen und versauten Poker-Runden mit Nostalgie, Zärtlichkeit und einer charmanten Portion britischen Humors.

Welcome to the Berliner Bitcoin-Stammtisch, where we gather to talk about the digital currency that's worth more than gold and sometimes causes more drama than a Netflix series. Join our tribe of business beings, developers, and activists who believe that Bitcoin is the future of money, and El Salvador seems to agree! Here you can learn the ropes of Bitcoin, from buying your first fraction to safely storing your private keys. Our current hangout spot is Friedel Richter on Torstraße, because ROOM77 is closed until the last block is mined. You can pay in Bitcoin ₿ or Lightning ⚡ and enjoy awesome regional food with an international twist. So come join the fun, the food, and the revolution! We're waiting for you. 🍔🍔🍔

**PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK THEIR REPECTIVE WEBSITES! Sometimes they cancel events and you don't want to go there for nothing.** This Contact Jam happens every thursday. Entry is 5€. The room is huge! Sometimes with live music. Their Homepage (http://marameo.de/kurse/marameo-contact-jam/) https://www.marameo.de/wp-content/uploads/marameo_%C2%A9Christian_Schneider_11.jpg

## DNA. presents ''BREAK DANCE'' ***[Caribace](https://www.instagram.com/bboycaribace?igsh=M20wcGlzdTZrYnRw)*** shares his over 17 years of experience and dedication to breakin' with Us: "Dance and creativity define my life, and I look forward to creating a welcoming atmosphere where we can all grow together. I'm passionate about sharing my knowledge and welcome everyone to join my classes, regardless of age." *‍* ##### WHEN: Every Thursday 5.30 - 6.45 pm **\*\*NOTE:** please be there 10 min. before the class ‍ ##### WHERE: [DNA. ART HOUSE](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4XrC8gTPtdDGb3oB6) Wrangelstraße 25 10997 Berlin ##### ‍ ##### WHAT DO YOU NEED: Shoes to dance in Comfy clothes ‍ ##### LEVEL: All levels are warmly welcome :) ‍ **COSTS:** Free for DNA. Dance Members / Regular 15e [> Become a DNA. Artist](https://www.dna-artclub.com/dna-member) available: Online Tickets / Box Office ‍ ‍ [LIMITED SPOTS. SAVE YOUR TICKET NOW :)](http://dance-classes.grwebsite.eu/) ‍ ‍ See Us Soon. Love, ‍ [Caribace](https://www.instagram.com/bboycaribace/?hl=en) & DNA. ‍ *** For more insights, follow us on IG: [@nightart.club](https://www.instagram.com/nightart.club) \*Members of Dair Night Art e.V. and Subscribers of DNA. Art GbR. \*\*By entering the DNA. ART HOUSE, You agree to comply with the [Hausordnung of Dair Night Art e.V.](https://dairnight.com/hausordnung) and [Geschäftsordnung of Dair Night Art e.V.](https://dairnight.com/geschaftsordnung) Please ensure You review these documents thoroughly in advance.

***Hike along Europe's top-voted beach, UNESCO heritage forests & Chalky white cliffs that plunge into the emerald waters of the Baltic Sea*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS EVENT?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/baltic-shores-easter2026](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/baltic-shores-easter2026) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** Let’s discover Germany’s wild north! We hike along endless stretches of unspoilt white beaches framed by the baltic sea and ghostly forests. We encounter a lonely lighthouse or two. Together we wander through a UNESCO heritage forest sitting on top of dramatic chalk cliffs that plunge into the emerald waters of the Baltic Sea. The cherry on top of our nature adventure is our visit to one of the most **Disney-like castles in Germany – Schloss Schwerin** and our stay in the charming Hanseatic harbour town of Rostock. **WHAT IS THE DETAILED PLAN?** **Day 1:** We catch a train to the picturesque castle of Schwerin. Schwerin castle sits on an island surrounded by lakes & forests, which all contributes to give it that stunning appearance. We meet our local guide outside the train station and then proceed getting enthralled by his stories about this magical castle town with the tour finishing right by the castle. Post the guided tour, we grab a bite / drink and admire the Castle gardens before heading to Rostock, where we would be staying in for the next 2 nights. **Day 2:** Post breakfast, we are off to briefly explore the Hanseatic town of Rostock. We then take a train to the seaside town of Sassnitz to discover Rügen island and hike in UNESCO listed national park Jasmund along stunning white chalk cliffs that reach up to 100 meters while surrounded by beech forests. We hike almost the entire Jasmund National park, finishing back at Sassnitz and grabbing a bite / drink before heading back to Rostock. **Day 3:** Post breakfast & checkout, we take a mix of train & bus to get to the beautiful seaside resort town of Nienhagen (hike starting point), where we would be hiking between Nienhagen beach & Warnemunde beach, one of Germany’s most beautiful beaches. We’ll say hello to an iconic lighthouse and walk 500m into the Baltic sea on a pier in Warnemunde where we grab a bite / drink before heading back to Rostock and then back home. Please do join our WhatsApp/Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

***Discover the mystical sunken birch forest, the valley and its unspoilt nature while hiking along river Briese.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS EVENT?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/briesetal-fairytale-forest-4apr2026](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/briesetal-fairytale-forest-4apr2026) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** The Briesetal is one of Brandenburgs most scenic valleys, formed by river Briese. The quiet nature preservation area is home to mischievous beavers whose dams created a sunken birch forest. The valley is still dominated by unspoilt nature, seemingly untouched by humans. It's only a 40 minute train ride north of Berlin, making it the perfect day trip getaway from the city's hustling. Following the meandering river we traverse the mystical forest, walk on wooden planks through moors and marshes and explore natural habitats and endemic wildlife. On this hike, immerse yourself into nature’s wonder! Have you ever observed the tiny details of the outdoors? Such as the intricate veins on the back of a leaf? Or the delicate edges of flowers’ petals? Or the movement of a cheeky squirrel? On this walk, you will have the chance to truly connect with the natural world around you. No experience or preparation is needed, just your curiosity. You will be guided through every step of the way. ### **TRIP DETAILS** **Distance:** 13 km walking, 7 hours from start to closing, multiple break times **Hiking Difficulty:** Easy – walking on marked paths / dirt roads, mostly flat terrain, relaxed pace **Kid Friendly:** Yes **Pet Friendly:** Yes **What is included?** * Community leader & guide for the entire duration. * Guided hike * Access to google photos album dedicated for this trip for sharing all your amazing pics & videos from the trip. * Access to a WhatsApp group for confirmed participants. **Note:** Please contact us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp & we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication. Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

***“Terrible Frisbee – Fantastic People!”*** *Low Pressure. No intensity, Terrible Skills. Maximum Fun.* Are you unfit? Uncoordinated? Confused by frisbees? **CONGRATULATIONS, you’re perfect for this.** We a re a group of people who has no idea how to play ultimate frisbee, but want to have fun while trying! Join the worst game of frisbee ever attempted by the friendliest bunch in town. No pressure, no score, just chaotic joy. 🎯 **Expect:** * Frisbees flying in the wrong direction * Chaotic and weird running * Out-loud laughter * Very cool people doing very uncool moves 🚫 **Not welcome:** * Intense players * People who wants to show off their skills * Folks who want to win 🎒 Bring: comfy clothes and shoes, water, and your weirdest energy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/landlsc/

**Instinct \#21 \| I feel you like the moon feels the earth** with ***Ahmed El Gendy*** for **LGBTQIA+** **Free Admission** For Instinct #20, Ahmed El Gendy ***I feel you like the moon feels the earth***, a 20-minute performance (spoken in English) that traces a memory of proximity, silence, and the charged tenderness of being led. The work starts from a simple confession—“I did not want to sleep upstairs because it was cold, and I did not dare to sleep next to him.”—and opens into a recounting of a 24-hour encounter with a stranger in Amsterdam, lived without words. **I feel you like the moon feels the earth** performance – 20 minutes spoken language in English “I did not want to sleep upstairs because it was cold, and I did not dare to sleep next to him.” As the audience pass me from hand to hand, I recount my memory of a long encounter with a stranger in Amsterdam. I spent 24 hours in silence with him, allowing him to lead the day, at his home and outside, while I quietly followed. 🔵 Für Instinct #20 präsentiert Ahmed El Gendy ***I feel you like the moon feels the earth***, eine 20-minütige Performance (auf Englisch gesprochen), die einer Erinnerung an Nähe, Stille und der aufgeladenen Zärtlichkeit des Sich-Führen-Lassens nachspürt. Die Arbeit beginnt mit einer einfachen Feststellung: „Ich wollte nicht oben schlafen, weil es kalt war, und ich wagte nicht, neben ihm zu schlafen.“—und öffnet sich zu einer Erzählung einer 24-stündigen Begegnung mit einem Fremden in Amsterdam, die ohne Worte gelebt wurde.

The Fellowship of the Star Schema: Transforming OLTP Data for Power BI One does not simply build reports on OLTP data. Join us on an epic journey from the depths of raw, normalized tables to the shining halls of a well-modeled star schema fit for Power BI greatness. We will demystify the differences between OLTP and OLAP, walk through star schema vs snowflake (and why Power BI has a clear favorite), and show you the compression differences between normalized and columnar storage that will make you never look at an OLTP model the same way again. We will cover the different types of dimensions, when to use them, and how to handle Slowly Changing Dimensions without losing your mind. You will leave knowing exactly how to identify a bad model, how to convert OLTP data into a clean star schema, and how to forge relationships that rule them all. Whether you are a data wizard, a curious hobbit, or somewhere in between, your models will never be the same.

The global Azure community is coming together again, and Columbus is officially on the map. View the session lineup and speakers at [Global Azure Columbus 2026](https://coazure.github.io/cbus-global-azure-2026/) On **Saturday, April 18, 2026**, the Azure Columbus Meetup, DevOps Meetup, and Code and Coffee Meetup are hosting our local edition of Global Azure 2026. This is a free, community-driven event packed with learning, networking, and all things Microsoft Azure. Whether you’re building modern cloud-native apps, experimenting with AI agents, deploying containers, automating infrastructure, or just beginning your Azure journey, this event is for you! **What to Expect** * Engaging technical sessions * Real-world Azure architecture & cloud-native patterns * AI, agents, automation, and modern DevOps * Food and drinks (because learning burns calories) * Time to connect with fellow engineers, architects, and cloud enthusiasts **Who Should Attend?** * Software engineers (any language, any stack) * Cloud architects * DevOps engineers * Data professionals * AI explorers * Platform builders * Anyone who loves solving hard problems with great tools If you build, deploy, automate, scale, monitor, or optimize in Azure, you’ll feel right at home. **Why Global Azure?** Global Azure is a worldwide community event where Azure user groups host learning sessions on the same day across the globe. It’s grassroots. It’s technical. It’s practical. And it’s powered by people who genuinely love sharing what they’ve learned. And yes, it’s free to attend!

. 🎬 Movie Night You, Me & Tuscany Join us for a cinematic escape to the sun-drenched vineyards and romantic landscapes of Italy as we gather to watch You, Me & Tuscany, the new feel-good romantic comedy starring Halle Bailey and Regé‑Jean Page. Set against the breathtaking beauty of Tuscany, the film follows a spirited young woman whose impulsive decision to stay in a Tuscan villa leads to unexpected adventure, heartfelt moments, and a romance she never saw coming. Expect an evening filled with: 🍿 A beautiful cinematic escape to Italy 🍷 Relaxed social vibes and great conversation ✨ A feel-good romantic story perfect for movie lovers Whether you’re a fan of romantic comedies, stunning travel settings, or simply enjoy experiencing great films with great people, this will be a perfect night to unwind and connect. Come ready to relax, laugh, and be transported to Tuscany for the evening. Follow Black Love & Friends on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/share/17oXQtZz36/) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/blackloveandfriends?igsh=djVrYnhqeG5nMjBx) to stay connected and be the first to hear about upcoming dimnets, social gatherings, and other exciting member-only events.

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.

Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty. Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. Look for us upstairs!

This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!

The topic for April is "Water" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!