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Welcome to the Winterthur Badminton Meetup! 🏸👊😉🍻 We’re an international group created for badminton fans in and around Winterthur. Open to Expats and Swiss folks who want to train and socialise with fellow ‘badmintonists’. Or perhaps you’d like to learn the sport and meet new people? Whether doing it for fun or fitness, the idea is to enjoy and have a great (kickass) midweek. And everyone is welcome to join us for a postgame drink or two! See yah! 😊 Important: We ask everyone to respect others who wish to play. That means dropping out if you won’t make it to the game by updating your RSVP. Keep in mind: RSVPs close at 21:00 two days before the event to give others enough time to plan. Anyone on the RSVP list who did not show up at the event is considered a "no-show". No-shows will still have to pay the shared cost of the court and shuttles. We keep track of no-shows and deprioritise them in future games. Please try your best to pay on the same day by Twint or in cash. With Twint, write in the comment the date and your name for reference. Cost will be around 12-20 CHF, depending on the amount of players joining and if we have to rent 1 or 2 courts. Note: If it's your first time joining, please send me a message for more details and to confirm your spot in the game. Otherwise, regular players will be given priority. Cheers, Elias

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**Welcome to Top Notch Toastmasters Zurich!** [www.topnotch.toastmastersclubs.org](http://www.topnotch.toastmastersclubs.org) \*\* Please arrive 15 minutes before, meeting begin \*\* **When & Where** Every Wednesday, 10–15 members and guests meet **in person** to practice public speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, dynamic environment. *(Please note: members don’t RSVP via Meetup.)* **What to Expect** ✅ Self-paced learning—advance at your own speed ✅ Hands-on experience—speak, lead, and grow ✅ Supportive feedback from peers ✅ Guidance from experienced mentors ✅ Monthly workshops—every last Wednesday on communication and public speaking topics **Who We Are** Part of **Toastmasters International**, a global network of over 352,000 members dedicated to helping peoplecommunicate with confidence and discover their leadership potential. **Drinks & Socializing** After each meeting, we head to a nearby bar to relax and connect—perfect for networking and great conversation. Come visit us! Our welcoming team is excited to show you how Toastmasters can help you grow personally and professionally. ✨ **We can’t wait to meet you!** ✨

[🎟️ swissICT hat noch ein paar freie Plätze für diesen Event](https://www.swissict.ch/event/agile-breakfast-zuerich-eine-unerwartete-reise-der-agile-weg-der-suva/) Aus der Erfahrung von 30 agilen Planungsintervallen blicken Jens und Flavio mit uns zurück und voraus. Ein ehrlicher Blick auf ihre agile Reise mit Stolpersteinen und überwundenen Hindernissen, und ein Blick voraus: Welche Schritte folgen als Nächstes, um unsere Organisation weiterzuentwickeln? Die beiden Release-Train-Engineers beleuchten, wie die Kultur der Suva die Transformation unterstützt, wie die Transformation auf die Kultur wirkt – und welche Schwierigkeiten bei Veränderung auftauchen. Dabei versprechen sie spannende Einblicke in Themen wie Flow-Metriken, die Arbeit mit Priorisierung auf allen Ebenen sowie den Umgang mit organisatorischer Veränderung. ✱✱✱ [Jens Balkausky](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jensbalkausky/) ist häufiger Gast am Agile Breakfast und seit 25 Jahren in der IT Branche unterwegs: zunächst als Java-Entwickler, IT-Architekt und IT-Projektleiter, dann viele Jahre als Scrum-Master in verschiedenen Teams und nun seit ca. 3,5 Jahren als SAFe Release Train Engineer. Das agile Feuer wurde 2013 im Scrum-Master-Kurs bei Jeff Sutherland entfacht. Zunächst übte er die agilen und XP-Praktiken als Entwickler aus, später als Scrum-Master erster agiler Teams bei der Suva und ab 2018 als Agile-Coach bei der Einführung von SAFe. [Flavio Bonati](https://www.linkedin.com/in/flavio-bonati-1b451125b/)s Weg in die Agilität begann als IT-Projektleiter. Er ist seit über 20 Jahren in der IT bei Finanzdienstleistern und Versicherungen tätig. Seit 2014 arbeitet er im agilen Umfeld und mit dem Modell SAFe, zuerst als Scrum-Master und Product-Owner und schliesslich dann als Release-Train-Engineer. Heute betreut er bei der Suva als RTE den Agilen Release Train im Bereich Prävention und Grundlagen Versichern.

The **WBB Gallery** in Zürich Old Town currently has an **Ansel Adams** exhibition which is closing shortly. Also, the gallery has very limited opening hours. However, the curator has offered to open the gallery for a **private, interactive 1 hour talk and tour** for our group on **March 4th** at **6PM**. The cost is **25 CHF/person** and pre-payment is required to reserve your spot. It will be a very small group of maximum 8 people and space is limited. If you wish to attend, **indicate your interest and an organizer will contact you to arrange a ticket**.

Hello & thank you for joining the group! In the spirit of closing out 2025 comprehensively, I wanted to reach out to inquire about your genuine interest in a meetup group on this topic in spring/summer 2026. I think the most efficient way of getting the ball rolling (forgive the pun) would be to have a zoom call in February or March to discuss peoples interest, availability, and ideal locations for such a meet-up. Could you kindly let me know if you're still interested? If I don't hear from you by January 11th, I will take the answer to be a negative - no worries. Kind regards, Eleanor

Why do we suffer in a given moment? Is it because we are attached to something? Can we observe suffering without trying to change or judge it? These are the kinds of questions Seneca would ask in his timeless teachings. Through his letters and essays, he urged readers to examine their lives with honesty, discipline, and a commitment to inner freedom. Further, because Stoic ideas often feel logical yet hard to internalize, we will explore together how awareness—drawing on the work of spiritual teacher and author Anthony de Mello—can help bridge that gap. We look forward to seeing you at the event! **Preparation:** We recommend reading this [Article about the book Awareness by A. De Mello](https://becomeconscious.substack.com/p/lessons-from-awareness-by-anthony). **For Philosophical Minds Zurich theme events in general:** At our theme events, we begin with a brief topic introduction, followed by engaging discussions in small groups. It’s all about conversation, not just listening. Also, please note, we keep the atmosphere relaxed and informal—**there’s** **no pressure to speak in front of anyone**. **Important:** When you register for the event, please commit to it and don't be a NO SHOW. Presumably, when the ancient philosophers decided to go to an event, they kept to it.
 We look forward to seeing you. **Payment:** You can pay at the venue (Twint/Revolut/Cash). Thus, if you want to register at Meetup just click attend - no more needed ;). We look forward to seeing you.

We are currently playing in a regular group of 12 players at higher intermediate/advanced level. Your registrations here will first be on the waiting list and when confirmed, payment is to be made by twint to secure your spot for participation. There is a charge of Chf 22 per person. That is inclusive of feather shuttles. Place of event - Schumacher Sport Center, Am Stadtrand 46, Dübendorf. Court no. 10, 11 & 12

# *Hear the crowd chant your name… Listen to the thunderous applause… It’s all up to you, brave hero!* *Fight your way through friend and foe to claim your invite to the next Pro Tour, one of the most prestigious Flesh and Blood events of the year. Only the strongest and smartest will survive long enough to get a chance to battle for greatness.* *Welcome to Pro Quest…* The path to the next Pro Tour starts HERE, with Pro Quest: Las Vegas! Pro Quest: Las Vegas offers players a direct qualification for the second Pro Tour of 2026, hosted in Las Vegas, with elite prizes up for grabs. For the first time ever, **Silver Age** joins **Classic Constructed** as official formats for Pro Quest! Learn more about Silver Age **[HERE](https://fabtcg.com/products/product/silver-age-2/)**. **Format:** Classic Constructed (For the registration, you'll need GEM ID account.) **Participation Fee:** CHF 25.- **Start:** 10.30 **Doors Open:** 09.30 Please be here 10 - 15 minutes prior, so we have enough time to register you. **Register your Decklist online on the Event!** The pathway to **Pro Tour: Las Vegas** begins with more than 600 Pro Quest events taking place around the world. Featuring **Classic Constructed** and **Silver Age**, Pro Quest will both challenge players and reward them with immense riches. The winner of each Pro Quest event will receive an invite to Pro Tour: Las Vegas. If they do, they will be restricted from playing any further Pro Quest: Las Vegas events in order to give other players a chance at winning an invite. Pro Quest events are competitive, but also **open entry**, allowing newer and older players to come together for some truly exceptional gameplay, learning and growing together as they prepare for the next leg of the Flesh and Blood World Tour! Winning a Classic Constructed Pro Quest event earns points for your hero on the Living Legend leaderboard, with weekly checks commencing every **Monday** (United States time). Any hero that crosses the 1000-point threshold attains Living Legend status and, along with their signature weapon, will no longer be legal for official Classic Constructed tournament play effective from the **Friday** of that same week. This means some high-ranking heroes could rotate out of the game mid-season, creating a fluid and dynamic metagame to keep players on their toes! Also on offer at Pro Quest events are a range of awesome exclusive prizes! | Prize | Distribution | | ----- | ------------ | | 1x Pro Tour: Las Vegas Invitation | Awarded to the event winner | | 1x Random Drop Gold Foil Card (Common, Rare, or Majestic) | Awarded to the event winner | | 4x Cold Foil Marvel Promos (Ghost Protocol: Mainframe *or* Ghost Protocol: Architect) | Awarded to the Top 4 players | | 8x Rainbow Foil Extended Art Bittering Thorns (red) | Awarded to the Top 8 players | | 2x Playmats (Ghost Protocol: Mainframe *or* Ghost Protocol: Architect) | Awarded to the event winner and finalist | | GEM Pack 4 Boosters | Participation prize | | | | | | | **Join our Discord to stay up to date on the latest FaB news and discussions:** [https://discord.com/invite/XeEKXnk](https://discord.com/invite/XeEKXnk) **Follow us on:** Facekbook: [www.facebook.com/kabooom.comicshop](http://www.facebook.com/kabooom.comicshop) *Instagram:* [https://www.instagram.com/kabooom_comics/](https://www.instagram.com/kabooom_comics/) Join our Discord community: [https://discord.com/invite/XeEKXnk](https://discord.com/invite/XeEKXnk)

Welcome to the Competitive Play Session. This session takes place every Saturday from 10:45 to 12:15 at the Yonex Badminton Hall Hardbrücke. The number of players on the waitlist one week in advance determines the number of courts booked. If you are on the waitlist but can no longer attend, please remove yourself as early as possible. Players are accepted into the session based on skill suitability. This session is for experienced players looking for quality games. Play is focused on doubles with a competitive mindset and consistent rallies. You should be comfortable smashing, return smashes and keeping up a moderate tempo throughout the session. New players and those who are new to badminton are welcome to join the PM Session (Open Level Play). Payment can be made via TWINT after the session.

Welcome to Loki Welldone. We are an old-school basketball club. We focus on having fun playing and socializing afterwards. If you also like to play basketball, you've come to the right place! Everyone (all genders) is welcome here. We usually play every Friday from 8pm - 9.30pm in Schulhaus Kartaus. We organize ourselves through the clubs whatsapp chat, but would like to offer external people to join us. We are usually 4-10 players, playing either 2v2, 3v3 or 4v4. Changing room and showers are available PS: Many members of our club used to play in a competitve Basketball team or another sports team (ex. soccer or handball). It might be for people new to Basketball a bit overwhelming, but everyone is welcome to try out :). As it is a school gym, please make sure to come with clean shoes and not street shoes. Thx! Website: https://www.lokiwelldone.com/

[TICKET](https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/sport-fitness/tennis/padel-socialize-evening-tournament-try-outs-7430583553241391664.html) if this link does not work, copy the URL below https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/sport-fitness/tennis/padel-socialize-evening-tournament-try-outs-7430583553241391664.html Hey everyone 👋 Join us for a fun evening of padel, a mini tournament vibe, and a relaxed tryout for everyone who wants to play, learn, and meet new people. 🎾✨ The game format will be decided on the spot depending on the number of attendees, so it stays fair, smooth, and fun for all levels (beginner friendly). **Date & Time: 07.03.2026, 19:40 at Padelta, Baden** The venue has lockers (bring a 2.- coin) and showers available. **Cost:** 40 CHF per person. It includes court rental, rackets, balls, a drink, and snacks after the game! If you are a good former tennis player and have not tried padel yet, get the ticket of "Tournament Ticket", as long as you learn the rules beforehand through [videos](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NX-68fxhL_4&t=27s). For Newbies, you will play between each other and learn the game on your own, anyone on break will gladly help you. The main goal is try the sport and build a feeling for it! [Rules overview](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NX-68fxhL_4&t=27s) **Schedule:** 19:40-19:50: Gather 19:50: Quick rule briefing & team division (first timers together, will not join the tournament) 20:00 - 22:00: Play padel with the possible rotating matches 22:00 onwards: Socialize, chat, and maybe find a training partner! **Location**: [Padelta, Baden](https://maps.app.goo.gl/MVS9YdkhcrZBCnjF9) The event is posted in several places and **limited to 24 people**. Therefore, make sure to: **1\. Buy the [ticket](https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/sport-fitness/tennis/padel-socialize-evening-tournament-try-outs-7430583553241391664.html) &** **2\. Join the [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FQsob8EaIPfGJLs7zqia6V) group to confirm your spot.** **3\. Be ready to play the full duration\!** Looking forward to seeing you there! **[Zürich Together Linktree](https://linktr.ee/zurichtogether)** **Cancellation & Reselling Policy:** 1\. You may cancel the ticket up to 48 hrs\. before the event and receive ≈ 50% refund\. 2\. You may cancel your ticket between 48\-24 hrs\. before the event and receive no refund\. 3\. You may resell the ticket up to 48 hrs\. before the event to someone in the CORRECT category\, it is your task to check and inform the organizer in the group chat once it is completed\. 4\. In the last 24 hrs\. No reselling is allowed and you may be suspended from the padel events\. If for some reason it is not in your control\, please contact the organizer\. If you do not show up without writing any message\, you may be suspended from the future padel events\. **Disclaimer**: Participation at your own risk. We are not responsible for any injuries.

Hares (who set the route) are Spermalbad and Christian Harlot. **Where**: Meet at the lockers in Bhf Stadelhofen (https://maps.app.goo.gl/kS6gV8DsSq5soo9r6, or [https://w3w.co/wording.salad.pastels](https://w3w.co/wording.salad.pastels)). Look for English speakers wearing something approximating to running gear. **When:** We'll meet at 6:50 pm to start at 7:00 pm. There's a charge of CHF 5 for participating, which covers as much beer/cider (and non-alcoholic alternatives) as you can drink afterwards, plus snacks. **On After:** The clue is in the title. It's between Gleis 1 and Stadelhoferstrasse. **All Welcome:** If you are curious, and want to get out of the house, stretch your legs, talk shit, enjoy a drink, and hopefully a laugh, then here's what you need to know: • We are a social running/walking group - physical fitness is not required, but a sense of humour helps. • The aim is to find the '*Beer Stop*' at the end of the '*trail*' and have fun. • 'True Trail' is typically 4-7 km. Some will go less (especially those walking or walk/running), and some over-achieving fast runners will go further. • The '*Hare*', which changes with each event (along with the location), cleverly lays the trail (typically with chalk and/or flour markings) so that everyone reaches the end at about the same time. • There is always a place to deposit your bag and sometimes a place to change. • Headlamps are highly recommended during the winter months, especially if we go into the woods, which is often the case. • **After Trail**, we group in the '*Circle*' for 30-40 minutes for drinks, snacks, and some fun. This is usually outside, so bring warm, dry clothes to change into. If you don't want to stand around drinking afterwards, you can head home. We often go to a nearby restaurant for the 'On After' afterwards. **Why bother leaving your warm & dry sofa?** If you enjoy getting outside, being around people, and doing something a bit different, you will probably enjoy hashing. Exercise is important, and this is probably the least boring way to get it. 'Hashing' and the idea of some physical activity to work up a thirst, have been around for almost 90 years and there are groups (*Hashes*) in most major cities. Its humor and traditions can be explored on the internet - **or you can just come along and find out.** *See you there.* We are of many nationalities, all ages, full of misfits and idiots (at least there is no one taking themselves seriously!) and always welcome newbies 'Virgin Hashers' and visitors from other groups. For more about Zürich Hash House Harriers, check out [www.zh3.ch](http://www.zh3.ch/) ( [http://www.zh3.ch/](http://www.zh3.ch/) )

Welcome to the Open Level Play Session. This session takes place every Saturday from 12:15 to 13:45 at the Yonex Badminton Hall Hardbrücke. The number of players on the waitlist one week in advance determines the number of courts booked. If you are on the waitlist but can no longer attend, please remove yourself as early as possible. Open to players of all skill levels. This session is for doubles with a relaxed and social focus. Ideal for casual play, improvement and meeting new players. Payment can be made via TWINT after the session.

Join us as we get together for a CMG-favorite event, the OSCAR PARTY AND RED CARPET BASH at the Drexel Theatre! The highlight of the movie year live on the big screen always makes for a fun and memorable evening! Here are details for this event: WHAT TO EXPECT: This year’s ceremony will be hosted once again by Conan O’Brien. In addition to the Oscars on the big screen, your ticket includes a Meal Deal from the Drexel’s new food partner Newfangled Kitchen (I’m checking on vegetarian/vegan options) along with unlimited popcorn and sodas, a free box of candy, and your first beer, wine or specialty drink on the house! Also included: Oscar-themed trivia with prizes from local businesses, on-site paparazzi, and the Drexel's Oscar ballot contest with a chance to win a year of free Drexel movies! Plus, the BEST and most FUN way to watch the Oscars with fellow film fans and your CMG friends! ADVANCE TICKETS: General public tickets are $45 but Movie Group Members and their guests get in for just $35! Here’s how to purchase your tickets: \* Option 1 – In Person: You can purchase at the ticket counter anytime during operating hours. Just mention you are with the Columbus Movie Group for the discounted rate. \* Option 2 – Online: If you prefer to purchase online, you can do so by going to the link below and following these instructions: 1. Click the link below. 2. Click the little TICKETS box then click BUY TICKETS. 3. If you are a Drexel Member, you can log in here to receive the Member/Group rate, which is the same. If you are not a Drexel member, click “No” and the $40 Rate will pop up. But, don’t fret. It’s a little hard to find but there’s a “Promotion Code” section on the screen. Click the “Know a Promotion Code?” box, enter “CMG2026” (case sensitive) and submit. Select the appropriate number of tickets in the Discount Rate section and click “Add.” Next “Proceed to Checkout” then “Checkout” and enter your credit card info. There’s a $1.50 online service fee but it’ll save you a trip to the Drexel. (If you don’t already have one, you will need to sign in or create an account first.) Sellout possible so please purchase yours as soon as possible in advance! LINK FOR TICKETS (See Above Instructions): https://prod1.agileticketing.net/websales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=373546\~e2e0a350-c626-4e33-bc63-27e983f4aecf&epguid=ab0b2f82-403c-4972-9998-5475e7dcfa0e&mdy=3/15/2026& DRESS: Dressing up for the occasion art of part of the fun! Dress up as much as you like – there will be everything from casual to formal at the event! Or you can go in character as one of this year’s nominated films! ARRIVAL: Doors open for CMG at 5:30pm so that’s when we’ll plan to meet! That’ll give us plenty of time to fill out our Oscar Ballots, pick up some free popcorn, candy, and something to drink, mix, mingle, take some photos, pick up your Newfangled Kitchen Meal Deal, grab a seat in our CMG Reserved Section, then settle in to enjoy the Academy Awards on the Big Screen! PICTURES: We’ll take pics throughout the evening and the Drexel Paparazzi will be on hand as well. We’ll also take a big group photo around 6:40 near the entrance before the show begins. If you happen to take some good shots yourself, be sure to upload them on the Oscar Party Meetup event! RESERVED SEATING: As you enter the theater, the roped off section to the right marked “Reserved” is reserved for you, your guest(s) and the Columbus Movie Group! VEGAN MEALS: As previously mentioned, the food vendor does NOT have a vegan option at this year’s Oscar Party. However, we DO have a solution! I have reached out to several individuals who are affected. If you are a vegan, plan to attend the Oscar Party and did not receive an e-mail from me, please reach out via private message post a note below. I’ll provide details off-line. And while there won’t be a vegan meal option this year, I think we do have a workable solution. And, all other plans are usiness-as-usual: popcorn, sodas, candy, on-site paparazzi, decorations, bar drinks (including your first drink on the house), the Drexel’s Annual Oscar ballot contest, along with the Big Show on the Big Screen and a fun group of Movie Group friends to watch ‘em with! BONUS LINKS: \* COMPLETE LIST OF NOMINEES: https://deadline.com/lists/2026-oscar-nominations-list/ \* INTERESTING ARTICLE ON RECORDS BROKEN, SUPRISING FACTS AND OSCAR FIRSTS: https://abc7.com/post/oscar-nominations-2026-surprising-facts-nominees-98th-oscars/18448908/ \* SHORT VIDEO MONTAGE OF THIS YEAR’S BEST PICTURE NOMINEES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3abMnrsaUA \* FUN VIDEO OF OSCAR NOMINEES HEARING THEIR NOMINATIONS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6eY1yGQ2aU PARKING: Parking is available along Main Street in front of the theater, on Drexel Avenue, and other nearby side streets. Additional parking is available at the Bexley Municipal Parking Lot (two driveways west of the theatre). LINK: Should be a fun & festive evening and a terrific way to celebrate a great year of movies together! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Welcome, readers! Our March read is **_The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver._** The story follows Taylor Greer, a young woman from rural Kentucky who leaves home for the West, only to find herself unexpectedly becoming the guardian of an abused Native American toddler named Turtle. In Tucson, Arizona, they form a makeshift family with a diverse group of people, including Guatemalan refugees and a single mother, exploring themes of motherhood, community, belonging, and finding hope in hardship. The story blends humor with serious issues, creating a story about finding family in unexpected places. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖