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[Deutsch findest du unten] ℹ️**This is a paid event, please read all info!** **The Mindful Play Lab – Rediscover Presence Through Play 🌿✨** You arrive stressed, stuck in your head, tired from everyday life, maybe curious or a little unsure. You leave feeling lighter, calmer, clearer… and with a smile on your face. In the **Mindful Play Lab**, mindfulness becomes not only calm, but also playful and full of joy. Outdoors in the park, we combine conscious awareness with movement, small games, and genuine human connection. There’s space to laugh, explore, and discover. Instead of sitting still, you’ll dive into simple, creative exercises that bring you into the here and now—sometimes quiet and mindful, sometimes lively and playful. No pressure, no “right or wrong,” just curiosity and ease. **You can expect:** * Playful mindfulness exercises in nature * Connection, presence, and shared experiences * Practices that build trust, awareness, and presence * Moments to pause and to laugh This event is for you if you’d like to experience mindfulness with more joy, lightness, and aliveness. Come as you are. And leave with more presence, more connection—and a lot more joy. 💫 📍 **Location / Meeting Point:** “Klingende Blume,” a sculpture located next to the S-Bahn station Treptower Park 💫 **Energy Exchange:** €10–€20 (pay what feels right for you) ⏰ **Please note:** We will leave the meeting point shortly after the start, so please arrive on time. We will wait up to 10 minutes max. 📱 **In case you can't find us**: +49 (0) 1573 72 48 15 7 (I will only pick up the phone until 2:10 PM) \-\-\-\-\-\- [Deutsch:] **The Mindful Play Lab – Rediscover Presence Through Play 🌿✨** Du kommst gestresst, verkopft, müde vom Alltag, vielleicht neugierig oder ein bisschen unsicher. Du gehst leichter, entspannter, klarer… und mit einem Lächeln im Gesicht. Im **Mindful Play Lab** wird Achtsamkeit nicht nur ruhig, sondern auch spielerisch und voller Freude erlebbar. Draußen im Park verbinden wir bewusste Wahrnehmung mit Bewegung, kleinen Spielen und echten Begegnungen. Es darf gelacht, ausprobiert und entdeckt werden. Statt still zu sitzen, tauchst du in einfache, kreative Übungen ein, die dich ins Hier und Jetzt bringen – mal ruhig und achtsam, mal lebendig und verspielt. Ohne Druck, ohne „richtig oder falsch“, dafür mit Neugier und Leichtigkeit. **Dich erwarten:** * Spielerische Achtsamkeitsübungen in der Natur * Begegnung, Verbindung und gemeinsames Erleben * Übungen für Vertrauen, Präsenz und Wahrnehmung * Momente zum Innehalten und zum Lachen Dieses Event ist für dich, wenn du Achtsamkeit mit mehr Freude, Leichtigkeit und Lebendigkeit entdecken möchtest. Komm, wie du bist. Und geh mit mehr Präsenz, mehr Verbindung – und ganz viel Freude. 💫 📍 **Ort / Treffpunkt:** „Klingende Blume“, eine Skulptur neben der S-Bahn-Station Treptower Park 💫 **Energieausgleich:** 10–20 € (zahl, was sich für dich stimmig anfühlt) ⏰ **Bitte beachten:** Wir verlassen den Treffpunkt kurz nach Beginn, daher sei bitte pünktlich. Wir warten maximal 10 Minuten. 📱 **Falls du uns nicht findest:** +49 (0) 1573 72 48 15 7 (ich bin telefonisch nur bis 14:10 Uhr erreichbar)

MamaRaum. Die Krabbelgruppe in der es um DICH geht Für Mamas, die – neue Wege gehen wollen. – alte Muster brechen wollen, anstatt Kinder. – gemeinsam mit ihrem Kind wachsen wollen. – bereit sind, nach innen zu schauen. – sich eine tiefe Verbindung zu sich selbst und ihrem Kind wünschen. Während die Babys (0-14 Monate) in einer vorbereiteten Umgebung spielen und entdecken, geht es für dich um inneres Hinschauen, persönlichen Wachstum, Austausch und Unterstützung unter Mamas, die den gleichen Weg gehen: Den Weg des bewussten ElternSeins. ### **Ein Raum für DICH** Mit einem Baby beginnt nicht nur ein neues Kapitel im Außen – auch im Inneren bewegt sich unglaublich viel. Elternschaft bringt uns oft in Kontakt mit unserer Vergangenheit, alten Mustern, ungelebten Bedürfnissen und Grenzen, die wir selbst nie richtig lernen durften. In meiner **Krabbelgruppe für bewusste Mamas** geht es deshalb vor allem um **DICH**. Ein Raum für dich, deine Elternschaft und deine inneren Themen. Hier darfst du einfach du selbst sein: ehrlich, unperfekt, verbunden. Ein Raum, in dem du dich zeigen darfst mit allem, was dich bewegt – zwischen Schlafmangel, Selbstzweifeln und den großen Fragen rund um Mutterschaft und dein eigenes Wachstum. **Bewusstes ElternSein** beginnt mit dem Mut, uns selbst kennenzulernen – mit all den Prägungen, Mustern, Gefühlen und Geschichten, die in uns wirken. Wenn wir dem bewusst sind, können wir unser Kind wirklich sehen und das Verhalten tiefer verstehen. So entsteht tiefes Verständnis und **Verbindung**; zu dir selbst und zu deinem Kind. **Bewusstes ElternSein** heißt: 🤍 Dich selbst und deine Muster besser zu verstehen. 🤍 Alte Bindungstraumata und Themen zu lösen 🤍 Reaktive Muster zu durchbrechen und neue Wege zu gehen. 🤍 Dein Kind wirklich zu sehen und tiefer zu verstehen. 🤍 Elternschaft von einem Ort der Verbindung aus zu führen 🤍 In einer verbindenden Beziehung, liebevoll herausfordernde Situationen zu begleiten Für Eltern, die spüren: *„Ich will es anders machen !“* **Struktur und Ablauf** 🔹 **7 Termine** in einer festen, vertrauensvollen Gruppe von maximal 12 Teilnehmerinnen 🔹 **1,5 h geleitete Einheit + 30 Min. offener Einstieg/Ausstieg** 🔹 Für Mamas mit Babys von **0 bis 14 Monaten** 🔹 Orte: **Hebammenladen Prenzlauer Berg** (Stargarder Str. 49, 10437 Berlin) Uhrzeit: 9:30 – 11:30 Uhr Termine: 7 Termine – immer montags: **MamaRaum April:** 13.4., 20.4., 27.04; 04.05; 11.05; 18.05, 01.06 **MamaRaum Juni:** 08.06., 15.06., 22.06., 29.06., 06.07., 13.07., 20.07., **MamaRaum August:** 24.8., 31.8., 7.9., 14.9., 21.9., 28.9., 5.10. **Ablauf:** **15min Offener Anfang:** Hier hast du Zeit anzukommen, deinen Platz vorzubereiten und dich mit den anderen Mamas zu connecten. **1,5 Stunden Workshop:** Eine runde Mischung aus Input, Impulsen, Reflexion und Übungen. Die Schwerpunkte werden immer auf die Gruppe angepasst. Es soll hier schließlich um das gehen, was für dich relevant ist. Dein Kind kann in der Zeit wach sein oder auch in der Trage o.ä. schlafen. Für die wachen Kinder stehen, je nach Alter Spielsachen o.ä. zur Verfügung. **15min Offener Ausstieg:** Austausch, Aufräumen, Abschied nehmen Weitere Infos: https://melissa-macke.com/krabbelgruppe2/

Join us for a daily chess meetup in the heart of Berlin at Schönhauser Allee 174. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, feel free to drop by anytime between 7 PM and midnight, every single day of the week. No registration is required – just show up and enjoy a game in a fun, inclusive, and casual environment. Newcomers can take advantage of a friendly crash course to get started, while experienced players share strategies, discuss best practices, and even explore quirky variants like Duck Chess or Bughouse. Boards, sets, and clocks are provided, with time controls up to 10 minutes per player for a rapid, engaging experience. It’s the perfect way to unplug, detox from screens, and connect with a diverse, kind-hearted community of chess lovers. The gathering welcomes all levels and backgrounds, creating a vibrant, family-friendly space where everyone can enjoy the game and forge real connections.

Easter Monday carries a different kind of energy — somewhere between a long weekend, a fresh start, and the feeling that spring is finally here. This Social Butterfly Club Meetup brings that energy into a relaxed Monday evening. A space to connect, share conversations, and start the week with a bit more lightness and curiosity. 🌷 There might be a few small Easter surprises hidden around — nothing too serious, just a playful excuse to look around, smile, and maybe start a conversation with someone new. 🐣 Whether you’ve spent the weekend with people, by yourself, or somewhere in between — this is a chance to step back into the city and connect. ✨ Suggested Ice Breaker Question: “What has been a highlight of your long weekend?” Orga This meetup is donation based. Your contribution helps keep this community alive and is highly appreciated. You can either contribute in cash or via Buy me a Coffee: [https://buymeacoffee.com/butterflyradar](https://buymeacoffee.com/butterflyradar) Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs: [https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/) Meet your host I’m Julia — a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect. Insta [https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/) LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/) About The Social Butterfly Club 🦋 is a Berlin-based community that has been bringing people together for over three years. Each gathering is part of a larger framework designed to help friendships grow through shared experiences in the city — with a long-term vision of turning Berlin itself into a shared, playful experience. Love the vibe? There’s a whole community waiting for you. 🦋 Join the Social Butterfly Club and experience Berlin together Join our Telegram Group: [https://t.me/+OnASVWZ7emhjYzEy](https://t.me/+OnASVWZ7emhjYzEy) Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: [https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/) 🌸 Support us with a monthly membership: Become a Founding Flutterer for 14.95€/month and help the Social Butterfly Club grow. Your support keeps the project alive and helps us continue creating spaces where people in Berlin can meet and connect. [https://steady.page/en/social-butterfly-club/](https://steady.page/en/social-butterfly-club/)

**Post Stretch festival chill-out** For **GBTQ men\*** Village warmly invites all Stretch participants to join this free gathering — to connect, say goodbye, and enjoy the exhibition. On Monday after the three-day Stretch festival, we invite all Stretch participants to meet at Village for one last hug before heading home — a moment to slow down together and reflect on the weekend. You’ll also have the chance to experience **Instinct #20 _ Radical Empathy: Queer Perspectives on Conflict, Resilience & Connection** in a private viewing. At 4pm, Eric LeRouge will offer a curatorial tour. Let’s spend time together. Village warmly invites all Stretch participants to join this free gathering — to connect, say goodbye, and enjoy the exhibition. Tea and snacks will be available. 🔵 **Post Stretch festival chill-out** Fur **GBTQ men\*** Am Montag nach den drei Tagen Stretch-Festival laden wir **alle Stretch participants ins Village** ein – für einen letzten gemeinsamen Hug vor der Abreise, um zusammen runterzukommen und das Festival Revue passieren zu lassen. Nach den drei Tagen Stretch-Festival laden wir alle Stretch participants ins Village ein – für einen letzten gemeinsamen Hug vor der Abreise, um zusammen runterzukommen und das Festival Revue passieren zu lassen. Außerdem gibt es die Möglichkeit, die **Ausstellung Instinct #20 _ Radical Empathy: Queer Perspectives on Conflict, Resilience & Connection** in einem Private Viewing zu erleben. Eric LeRouge bietet um 16:00 Uhr eine kuratorische Führung an. Gemeinsam Zeit verbringen! In diesem Sinne lädt das Village alle Stretch participants herzlich zu diesem kostenlosen Treffen ein – zum Austauschen, Abschiednehmen und Kunst erleben. Tee und Snacks stehen bereit.

Come along for an evening of board games, good conversations, and great company with like-minded people! We’re meeting at **RuDi Nachbarschaftshaus**, a colorful and inclusive neighborhood community space. We provide games – all you need to bring is yourself. If you have any games you want to share, feel free to bring them along as well! You’re also welcome to bring your own vegan food and drinks to enjoy during the evening. **Where**: RuDi Nachbarschaftshaus, Modersohnstraße 55, 10245 Berlin **When**: 6 April, from 18:30 to 00:00 **Contribution**: 2 € event fee (non-refundable). Half of it covers the cost of the event space. The other half helps cover the Meetup fee and small costs; any extra is donated to animal rights NGOs. You can either pay with paypal or cash the day of the event. This event is for vegans or vegan-curious. If you are not vegan (even vegetarian), and you are attending this event, please **only bring vegan food/drinks** to respect the mission of the group and other members. This is a casual event, so turning up late or with an extra friend is all fine. If you can’t come after RSVPing, please update your RSVP so others on the waiting list can join. Please note that we have a zero-tolerance policy for hate, discrimination, or disrespect of any kind. This space is meant to be safe, inclusive, and welcoming for vegans of all kinds.

This is a board game night for you to meet up and play in a relaxed and respectful environment. The event is exclusively for people who identify as FLINTA\* (women, lesbians, intersex, non-binary, trans and agender). We play casual and family games as well as strategy games and heavy euros. **General information** Come alone or bring your friends. There will be some games and snacks on site, but you’re also welcome to bring your own. We’re especially happy to welcome people who enjoy explaining rules. Board game designers are warmly invited to bring prototypes! Dogs are only allowed in exceptional cases and with prior approval from the organizing team. Please read and respect our code of conduct. We speak both German and English. Free entry – donations (1 to 5 €) welcome. All information and our code of conduct: https://flintastisch.de/flinta-spieletreff-berlin/ **Accessibility details** The venue is wheelchair accessible and suitable for people with limited mobility. Unfortunately, the toilet is not accessible. If you require a support person due to a disability, but your companion is not FLINTA\*, please contact us in advance at mail@flintastisch.de The same applies if you would like to bring an interpreter. Companion, support, and assistance dogs are welcome. Please let us know in advance at mail@flintastisch.de

Join the First Circle of Moms in Berlin & Brandenburg here 💛; linktr.ee/supermom_inc Motherhood can be beautiful and fulfilling… and also incredibly demanding. This meetup is a small, relaxed space for moms to connect, share experiences, and support one another without pressure or expectations. Whether you’re looking to meet other moms nearby, have meaningful conversations, exchange ideas, or simply take a break and be around people who understand this stage of life, you’re very welcome. There’s no formal agenda, just real conversations and a chance to build genuine connections. Because we want to keep the atmosphere personal and comfortable, the group will be intentionally small. If you’re interested, feel free to join us; we’d love to meet you. Feel free to bring your child if that makes it easier for you.

*English (deutsche Version weiter unten):* Discover Berlin from a fresh perspective on our **2-hour photo walk through Europacity**, one of the city’s most exciting modern neighborhoods. We will explore innovative residential and office buildings, waterfront developments, and hidden urban details—capturing both design and atmosphere. During the walk, you will learn to: * Observe lines, shapes, and materials in modern architecture * Work with natural light and reflections * Compose visually engaging architectural photographs * Develop your own perspective on urban spaces **No prior experience needed!** Bring your camera or smartphone. At the end, we’ll share our favorite shots—please tag **#buildingstoriesinberlin** on Instagram. **Event Details:** * **Date:** April 12, 2026 * **Time:** 12:00 – 14:00 * **Meeting Point:** Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Europaplatz (exact spot after RSVP) * **Participants:** Max. 12 **What to Bring:** Camera/smartphone, comfortable shoes, water & snacks **Route & Highlights:** 1. DB Tower & modern office buildings – clean lines & glass facades 2. Waterfront & Spreeufer – reflections & industrial-modern contrast 3. Nordhafen housing complex – geometry & urban textures 4. Side streets & hidden courtyards – details & human scale **Focus:** Modern architecture, light, composition, and personal perspective **Participation & Contribution:** Everyone is welcome to join. I appreciate a voluntary donation to support future workshops and photo walks. Suggested contribution: €5–15, if possible – any support is welcome! *Deutsch:* Entdecke Berlin aus einer neuen Perspektive auf unserem **2-stündigen Foto-Walk durch die Europacity**, eines der spannendsten modernen Stadtquartiere der Stadt. Wir erkunden innovative Wohn- und Bürogebäude, Wasserlagen und versteckte urbane Details – und halten sowohl Design als auch Atmosphäre fotografisch fest. Während des Walks lernst du: * Linien, Formen und Materialien moderner Architektur zu erkennen * mit Licht und Reflexionen zu arbeiten * spannende Bildkompositionen zu gestalten * deinen eigenen Blick auf urbane Räume zu entwickeln Keine Vorerfahrung nötig! Bring einfach deine Kamera oder dein Smartphone mit. Am Ende teilen wir unsere Lieblingsbilder – bitte mit **#buildingstoriesinberlin** auf Instagram. **Event Details:** * **Datum:** 12\. April 2026 * **Uhrzeit:** 12:00 – 14:00 Uhr * **Treffpunkt:** Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Europaplatz (genauer Spot nach Anmeldung) * **Teilnehmer:** Max. 12 **Mitbringen:** Kamera/Smartphone, bequeme Schuhe, Wasser & Snacks **Route & Highlights:** 1. DB Tower & moderne Bürogebäude – klare Linien & Glasfassaden 2. Wasserfront & Spreeufer – Reflexionen & industrieller-modern Kontrast 3. Nordhafen-Wohnquartier – Geometrie & urbane Texturen 4. Seitenstraßen & Hinterhöfe – Details & menschlicher Maßstab **Fokus:** Moderne Architektur, Licht, Komposition & persönliche Perspektive **Teilnahme & Beitrag:** Die Teilnahme ist offen für alle. Wer möchte, kann die Walks mit einer freiwilligen Spende (5–15 €) unterstützen. Alles ist willkommen!

EVERY 2. and 3. saturday of the month A community project offering creative sessions for children and families—music, movement, yoga, and arts—all designed to spark joy, expression, and connection. Please sign up through whatsapp or email to join the fun. Ein Gemeinschaftsprojekt, das kreative Sitzungen für Kinder und Familien anbietet – Musik, Bewegung, Yoga und Kunst –, die alle darauf ausgelegt sind, Freude, Ausdruck und Verbundenheit zu wecken. Die Stunde findet auf englisch statt Teilnahme auf Spendenbasis Bitte melden Sie sich per WhatsApp oder E-Mail an, um am Spaß teilzunehmen. [+49 1512 9693732](http://wa.me/4915129693732) / [hello@littlehumansarts.de](mailto:hello@littlehumansarts.de)

Philosophy Discussion Meetup – Exploring Life’s Big Questions Through Books Join us for an open and friendly philosophy meetup where we explore life’s deepest questions through thoughtful conversation, shared reading, and discussion. Each participant is welcome to bring a book they are currently reading and share interesting ideas or questions from it. One of our main reference books is Sophie's World, which we often use as a starting point for discussion. 🗓 What to Expect Each meeting follows a relaxed and engaging format: Welcome & Introductions (10 minutes) Brief introductions and sharing what everyone is reading. Book & Topic Sharing (20 minutes) Participants present a short passage, idea, or question from their book. Group Discussion (45–60 minutes) Open discussion based on the shared material, often inspired by Sophie's World and related philosophical themes. Wrap-Up & Social Time (15 minutes) Final reflections and informal conversation. No prior philosophy background is required—curiosity and openness are enough. 🎒 What to Bring Please bring: A book you are currently reading (optional but encouraged) One or two questions or ideas from your book A notebook and pen (optional) If you don’t have a book, you are still very welcome to join and participate. 📍 How to Find Us We meet at: Milchkaffee Kirchstraße 5, 12555, · Berlin, DE Look for a group with books and notebooks on the table Please arrive at least at max 15 min late. The Café will take the empty seats of our table after that. So if you arrive after that, you might not have a place to sit. 🤝 Group Values Respectful and open discussion No judging or “winning” arguments Everyone gets a chance to speak Different viewpoints are welcome Curiosity over certainty Whether you are new to philosophy or a long-time reader, this group offers a supportive space to think together and learn from one another. We look forward to reading, questioning, and reflecting with you.

An open Berlin meetup for anyone curious about personal AI and OpenClaw. We are bringing together people who want to explore personal AI in a practical, social, and low-pressure setting. Expect short live demos, Q&A, and relaxed networking with others who are building, testing, or simply curious. No gatekeeping, no paywall, no polished setup required. Scrappy demos, unfinished workflows, and honest questions are all welcome. **Language:** English or German, depending on the group **Demos welcome:** Bring what you are building, or just bring questions Whether you are already using OpenClaw or just want to understand what personal AI can look like in real life, you are very welcome. RSVP if you want to join, and feel free to comment if you would like to demo something. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Ein offenes Berlin Meetup für alle, die neugierig auf Personal AI und OpenClaw sind. Freu dich auf einen lockeren Abend mit kurzen Live-Demos, Q&A und viel Raum zum Netzwerken. Halbfertige Setups, Experimente und unfertige Ideen sind ausdrücklich willkommen. **Was dich erwartet** * Kurze Live-Demos * Offenes Q&A * Entspanntes Networking * Austausch über Personal AI und OpenClaw * Platz für praktische Ideen und ehrliche Einblicke **Sprache** Englisch oder Deutsch, je nachdem, was für die Gruppe vor Ort am besten passt. **Demos und Speaker willkommen** Wenn du an etwas baust, einen Workflow testen willst oder einfach etwas zeigen möchtest, bring es gern mit. Und wenn nicht, komm trotzdem vorbei.

**Gesunde Snacks für Kinder – einfach & alltagstauglich** *Familien-Kochworkshop mit kurzem Vortrag* Viele Snacks für Kinder sind entweder zu süß, zu stark verarbeitet – oder einfach nicht wirklich sättigend. In diesem Workshop zeige ich, wie gesunde Snacks im Alltag wirklich funktionieren: einfach, schnell und so, dass Kinder sie gerne essen. Wir starten mit einem kurzen, praxisnahen Impuls für Eltern: → Was macht einen Snack wirklich ausgewogen? → Worauf kommt es im Alltag an (ohne komplizierte Regeln)? Anschließend gehen wir direkt in die Praxis und bereiten gemeinsam drei einfache Snacks zu, die sich gut in den Familienalltag integrieren lassen. Der Workshop ist bewusst niedrigschwellig gehalten – es geht nicht um Perfektion, sondern um umsetzbare Lösungen. **Für wen geeignet** Für Eltern, Großeltern und Familien mit Kindern – besonders für alle, die gesunde Ernährung entspannt in ihren Alltag integrieren möchten. **Organisatorisches** Mittwoch, 8. April 2026 14:30 – 16:00 Uhr Familienzentrum Die Brücke Gensinger Straße 58, 10315 Berlin **Wichtiger Hinweis zur Anmeldung** Die Teilnahme ist **nur nach vorheriger Anmeldung per E-Mail** möglich. 👉 Bitte melde dich verbindlich an unter: **bruecke@kinderdorf-berlin.de** Erst nach Bestätigung durch das Familienzentrum ist dein Platz gesichert.

If you are navigating life with both being a person of color and being neurodivergent—this sharing circle is for you. **Details** 📅 Wednesday, 8th of April 2026 🕕 18:30 - 20:30 📍 Meeting Room in BIW\*oC Rising https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y6wTvMXV4rCUkgzP8 🎟️ Free but a donation for the space is highly appreciated. **Community disclaimer:** This circle is organized entirely by neurodivergent volunteers who contribute their time, energy, and resources to create this space. They deserve patience and kindness. **What happens here** * We gather. We share. We listen. * Stimming, fidgeting, moving around, stepping out for a break, is always welcome. * For this first event, we will try to open with a round of introductions. If you feel called to, you can share three words that represent your neurodivergent and BIPOC life. * There is no pressure to share if you can't think of any or would rather just pass. * After we hear the words, we can see what themes emerge and let the conversation flow from there. * The format of this event can be changed and discussed the further we go with this sharing circle. **This space is for you if:** * You're a person of color—Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, mixed-race, or any marginalized racial or ethnic identity. * You're neurodivergent—diagnosed, self-identified, questioning, or just know your brain works differently: ADHD, autistic, dyslexic, AuDHD, or any other neurotype. **Community Agreements** * **This is a space to heal, not to harm.** Experiencing racism is painful and real. That pain is welcome here. However, this is not a space to express sexist, misogynistic, homophobic, transphobic, ableist, colorist, or any other discriminatory attitudes toward any person or group—regardless of their identity. We all carry wounds. But those wounds do not give us permission to wound others. * **Confidentiality:** What is shared in the circle stays in the circle. This helps us build trust. * **No Fixing:** This is a space for sharing experiences, not for giving unsolicited advice, diagnosing others, or trying to "fix" someone. We are here to witness and support, not to problem-solve. * **Content Warnings:** If you plan to share something that involves heavy topics like trauma, self-harm, or graphic discrimination, please give a brief warning before you start (e.g., "I'd like to share something about a difficult experience..."). This allows others to gently step out or prepare themselves. * **Respect the Space:** Please be mindful and respectful of the venue that hosts us. **About the Space Hosting Us** "BIWOC\* Rising is a Berlin-based intersectional organization for Black, Indigenous, and Women\* of Color, as well as trans, intersex, and non-binary people of color. It provides a safer workspace, socal club, networking opportunities, and its current project, EquiNet, which offers workshops and events to support members’ social, professional, and economic empowerment. The organization aims to build community, challenge systemic discrimination, and strengthen opportunities for marginalized groups through inclusive spaces." **Learn more about BIWOC\* Rising**: https://biwoc-rising.org/ **We can't wait to share space with you.**

**Comedy Night + Open Mic + Freestyle**: Tristan Shae and friends return to entertain us and to warm the group up for our open mic session. February's Open Mic / Comedy Night was a smash hit and it's worth a second night. We'll start with Tristan Shae and a couple of his friends. Tristan is an alternative comic from Columbus, Ohio. A counselor by day, Tristan explores how comedy can improve mental health by telling jokes and stories that muse on how absurd life can be from squeaky clean topics to not so clean ones. Tristan produces the variety show Cheaper Than Therapy, hosts the weekly Problem Child Alt Comedy Open Mic at The Attic, and can be found engaging in all sorts of silliness around the city from stand up shows at The Nest Theater, The Attic, or The Funny Bone, to improv and sketch shows with various groups at various venues such as The Hashtag Comedy Club. **On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Please join us. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

**On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! (ps - empty the glasses into the sink, not the trash ... please) **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*