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Life is short, so let's Make new FRIENDS & Enjoy the Life. the event is dedicated to everybody living or visiting berlin, with a special focus on people with an International attitude. We have the aim of connecting people with similar interest here in Berlin! Everybody, who likes to meet new poeple on monday afternoon is welcome to join! #The bar only accepts cash or debit cards. No credit cards.

The hike starts in Storkow, where we have short glimpse into its castle and cross a draw bridge over the Storkow canal. Before climbing one of Brandenburg's biggest inland dune, we get a view of Lake Storkow. After crossing forests and the village of Kolipin with its lake, we arrive at Bad Saarow, a spa town renowned for its hot springs and mineral-rich mud. From there, we take two trains back to Berlin in the late afternoon. Meet us in the **first car of the train RE7**, departing from **Ostkreuz station at 11:02** **am on platform 1,** (transfer in Königs Wusterhausen to RB36) **arriving at Storkow (Mark) at 11:57 am** Unless you subscribed to the Deutschlandticket, you'll need to buy a ticket to Storkow (Mark) and from Bad Saarow back to Berlin. Please note: * As a grown-up, you are responsible for yourself. * Come prepared for cold and windy weather. * Wear appropriate footwear, we may come across some sandy and muddy sections. * Forecasts predict low chance of rain, but you never know... * Bring enough water, food and some cash with you. * Please be fair and only RSVP if you are sure you can make it and update if your plans change. See you on Easter Monday!

[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)

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/)

A women-only, beginner-friendly trial session with the Panipuri Tribe. This session is for anyone who has been curious about Bharatanatyam but never knew where to start. No prior dance experience is needed — just an open mind and a willingness to move. Guided by Veda Siva, a classically trained Bharatanatyam dancer, we’ll explore the basics of this beautiful Indian classical art form in a calm, supportive, and welcoming space. Think gentle movement, rhythm, expression, and reconnecting with your body — without pressure or performance. 🪷 Slow-paced & accessible 🪷 Safe, inclusive space for women 🪷 Focus on movement, expression & mindfulness 📅 Monday, 6th April (Public holiday) 🕕 4:00 – 5:00 PM 📍Scharnweberstr 75 💛 €5 reservation (Limited spots) **Pay via PayPa**l: https://www.paypal.me/ssuhany — choose Friends & Family (please add your name in the note) to avoid extra charges *🌸 If you enjoy the session, regular weekly classes will follow.* ✨ Come as you are. Move gently. Discover the art of Bharatanatyam

Du möchtest endlich die\*den Richtige\*n für dich in Berlin finden? Berlins großes Gay Speed Dating bietet dir die Möglichkeit, andere Gay Singles aus deiner Umgebung kennenzulernen! Ein Abend, eine Bar – und bis zu 15 einzigartige Dates. Altersgruppe: 20 - 35 Jahre Anmeldung zum Event: [https://speeddating-xxl.de/gay/gay-dating-berlin](https://speeddating-xxl.de/gay/gay-dating-berlin) **Achtung: Zur Teilnahme ist eine vorherige Anmeldung auf der Website notwendig!**

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.

Über uns Hello, Berlin! We're Mindful Mingle, a cozy corner in our bustling city dedicated to heartfelt conversations. A place where you're not just another face in the crowd, but a valued member of a caring community. Mindful Mingle welcomes openness and emotional honesty. **\*\*\* READ BEFORE ATTENDING \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\*** \#\# 🌿 Mindful Mingle Community Guidelines Creating a space for real conversations, mindful connection, and mutual respect These guidelines are here to help us keep our gatherings safe, supportive, and enriching for everyone. Please read them before attending an event. \#\# 💛 1\. Come as You Are This is a space for real people, not perfect ones. Whether you’re having a great week or a rough day, you’re welcome here. Just be yourself, no masks needed. \#\# 🗣️ 2\. Listen with Empathy When someone shares, listen with your full attention and an open heart. Avoid interrupting or offering unsolicited advice. Sometimes, the most powerful support is simply being present and listening. \#\#\# 🤝 3\. Respect Confidentiality What’s shared in the circle stays in the circle. Trust is the foundation of this group, please don’t repeat or post about anyone’s personal experiences outside of the meetup. \#\#\# 🧘 4\. No Judgment\, No Fixing Everyone’s experience is valid. This isn’t a space for therapy or debate, but for compassionate sharing. Let’s honor each person’s truth without trying to “fix” or analyze it. \#\#\# 🌍 5\. Diversity Is Our Strength We celebrate people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and identities. Discrimination, harassment, or exclusion of any kind will not be tolerated. Bring curiosity and kindness, we learn so much from each other’s perspectives. \#\#\# 🕊️ 6\. Honor the Flow Please arrive on time if you can, and stay as long as feels right. Our events are flexible, but being punctual helps maintain the shared rhythm and presence in the group. \#\#\# 📍 7\. Be Mindful of Space and Time Keep introductions and sharing brief so everyone has a chance to speak. If you’re speaking, take a breath, and make room for others. If you’re quiet, know that your presence still matters deeply. \#\#\# ☕ 8\. Kind Curiosity Over Critique It’s okay to disagree, that’s part of rich conversation. But let’s do so mindfully, with respect and empathy. Ask questions to understand, not to challenge. \#\#\# 🌸 9\. This Is a Shared Space\, Not Therapy Mindful Mingle is about community and connection, not a substitute for therapy or crisis support. If you’re struggling, please know you’re not alone and professional help is always encouraged. We’re here to listen and care, not to diagnose or treat. \#\#\# ✨ 10\. A Final Note Mindful Mingle is a living community, these guidelines grow with us. By showing up with kindness, honesty, and openness, you help create the safe, heartfelt atmosphere that makes this group special. Thank you for being part of it. 🌿 **\*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\* \*\*\*** Hello, dear friends, My name is Alicja and I'll be taking over as the host of Mindful Mingle. I’m really glad to step into this role and continue what Behnam has built over the years − a community of empaths of all walks of life and ages coming together to connect and share their experiences. It feels both exciting and a little challenging but on the other side of fear is freedom and I'm willing to take that leap. In the past, I held space for women's circles for two years before I moved to Berlin so it’s meaningful for me to return to something I care deeply about − this time in a mixed group, which I’ve been wanting to explore for a while. I intend to uphold the values and guidelines of the Mingle, so if you would like to be part of the journey, join us at an upcoming meeting!

A 2‑hour painting session focused on colorizing 3D‑printed models. **About this course** This workshop is designed to introduce participants to the world of painting 3D‑printed objects such as busts, masks, figurines, and miniatures. Whether you want to learn techniques for smooth gradients, realistic textures, weathering, metallic finishes, or character detailing, this course will guide you through every step. You can join at any time. Each session is self‑contained and suitable for all skill levels. All essential painting materials are provided, and you are welcome to bring your own brushes or paints if you prefer. The workshop is hosted by visual artist Miltos Despoudis. **How much does it cost?** See options below: Member Pass (8 × Lessons, 2 hours each): 100 € Includes: * up to 4 small 3D models of small size to print * special low‑cost 3D printing prices * storage space for your ongoing prints or projects * prepaid lesson tickets are valid for 3 months Single Drop‑In Pass 1 × Lesson (2 hours): 15 € **How do I subscribe?** Reserve a spot here and simply show up at the event. Payment is done on‑site. Please confirm your attendance so we can prepare the appropriate materials and printing resources. **What do I need?** All painting supplies are provided. Optionally you may bring your own 3d print models or art tools. There will be ready-to-paint small 3d prints at the session. These are given for free. For custom ones you need to book for the Member's Pass. **More Info** Sessions happen weekly. Learn more below: [creativesessions.art/workshops/painting-3d-prints](https://creativesessions.art/workshops/painting-3d-prints/) **Refund Policy** Refunds are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. If you booked a Single Drop‑In Pass, refunds are possible up to one day before the event. For the Member Pass, once one session has been used, refunds are not possible.

🚀 Workshops: The Human-Digital Synthesis **Kultur\-Technik 2026 \| Women in Big Data Berlin** AI is no longer a future concept—it is already reshaping how we work, create, and make decisions. The real question is: **how do we use it intelligently?** *Kultur-Technik 2026:* *The Human–Digital Synthesis* draws from the European idea that technology is an extension of human culture. In this interactive session, we bring together the Women in Big Data Berlin community to explore how humans and AI will collaborate, build, and evolve together. This is not a passive event— it’s a space to **learn, discuss, and create together.** The event is hosted by **Ojin AixHaus.** Ojin AixHaus is the new, collaborative community space in Berlin Mitte, where scientists, machine learning engineers, founders, creators, and AI enthusiasts come together to build and learn about the future of AI. Ojin AixHaus is free to join, open for startups in residency applications and is currently curating their 2026 events calendar. If you have a burning idea for an event, meetup or hackathon - bring your fire, they bring the space! **💡 Event Details 💡** **1\. Choose and Participate Your Workshop \(60 mins\)** Participants will get to choose and join one of two parallel tracks onsite, and co-create a “chapter” for the final showcase. 🧠 **TECH TRACK: Collective Intelligence & AI in Companies** Facilitator: Dr. Katarzyna Stoltmann Co\-Founder\, Women in Big Data Berlin \| Head of Data Science & AI How do companies truly get the best out of AI? The answer: **collective intelligence**. This session explores: * What collective intelligence means in practice * Which tasks and roles will evolve with AI * Whether AI replaces work—or creates new opportunities ✍🏼 Hands-on focus: Designing end-to-end AI solutions at scale—thinking through how humans and AI systems collaborate to deliver impact for millions of users. 🖼️ Output: A conceptual demonstration of a **“context-aware agent architecture”** 🌟 **IDENTITY TRACK: Visibility & Personal Branding in the Age of AI** Facilitator: Angeley Mullins Founder & CEO, Aetheris Ventures In a world where content and ideas can be generated at scale, how do you stay **visible, credible, and distinctive**? This session explores: * How to position your *human voice* in an AI-driven landscape * What defines authenticity and value in 2026 * How to use AI as a co-creator, not a replacement ✍🏼 Hands-on focus: Define your personal narrative, identify your unique “signal,” and build a strategic approach to visibility through guided exercises and peer exchange. 🖼️ Output: A **“Visible Self Prototype”**—your personal positioning, key content angles, and a simple plan to build credibility and presence in an AI-shaped world **2\. Grand Finale: The 2026 Showcase \(45 mins\)** We come together to share insights from each group: * Tech track presents the “Brain” (AI Agent concept) * Capabilities track presents the “Voice” (Personal Brand & Visibility Strategy in the AI era) We will have networking afterwards where you can continue sharing your ideas! 🗓 **Date: 9 April 2026** **⏰ Time: 18:00 – 21:30** **📍 Location: Ojin AixHaus \| Chausseestraße 36\, 10115 Berlin** Why do we need these workshops? Because AI is moving so fast! - and so should we. Join us to: * Understand AI beyond the hype * Learn how to use it strategically and responsibly * Connect with a community shaping the future 👉 **Choose your track. Join the conversation. Build what’s next. We look forward to seeing you next week!** Find out more here: [Ojin AixHaus Community ](https://ojin.ai/community) Follow Ojin AixHaus on socials: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ojin.ai/#) [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ojin-aixhaus/) [X](https://x.com/Ojin_AI)

Nice! You are looking for real long time friendship! You might have already lived in Berlin or other big cities and experienced the "Anonymous" culture for a while. Meeting random people over and over and never see the same person again! In order to find "Real Long Term Friendship" in Berlin, do as follows: * You should not care how many people are joining this meetup. You RVSP. Even if only one person is joining. Because if everyone are waiting for everyone else to RVSP, nobody joins and nobody finds a new friend. * You do not care how many people of the opposite sex are joining. You are looking for friends. Finding the best romantic partner in the world, while avoiding not very attractive others, can be your other goal, for another time. Here we are looking for Friends. Real ones. * You are going to risk a very precious property of yours: Your time! Yes, there are thousands of opportunities in Berlin, there might be a rock concert for free, a birthday party you might miss, an important person might call you and invite you spontaneously, but you never find new friends until you decide to risk your time and meet people anyway. "I will check my calendar and get back to you" also does not work. Commit your time and spend it. Trust me, you won't go bankrupt ;-) * You are ready to use your phone as a real phone! You might have been using your phone as a tablet to visit Instagram and Facebook and watch movies. But if you want to find friends, you must know that people might take your phone number and give you theirs. That means they will Call you! And you have to pick up the phone and answer it. If you want to find new friends, you must be ready to do something really hard for the first time after years: Call people first, and if they called you: Answer your phone! * You are going to meet some people twice! That's the point of friendship. We already can experience random encounters with random people in random places one at a time. But that is not called friendship. If you want friends, you must be ready to meet the same person more than once. If you agree with above, RVSP and COME! You will meet other people who think the same way. P.S: Now that you've read all the way down to here, I suggest you [watch this animation](https://player.vimeo.com/video/547249272?h=22f3dd0f6f).

**Massage Exchange for GBTQ men\*** With ***Stijn van Wesemael*** for **GBTQ men\*** **[Book a Ticket](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/massage-exchange/w15-2026)** **Member: 15 €** **Non-member: 25€** Massage Exchange for GBTQ Men\* is a monthly event that provides a safe and welcoming space to practice and experience full-body touch and massage techniques (using massage tables). Referencing the content from the “Soul of Skin” massage training, each evening offers participants the opportunity to either try out or deepen various massage styles, fostering a community of learning and support. Switching between giving and receiving roles often allows men\* to engage more deeply, experiencing greater impact and connection. The event provides both thematic suggestions for massage techniques and “best practices,” as well as enough freedom to use the space in mutual agreement with your partner\*. Whether you are new to massage or attentive touch, or an experienced practitioner, this event is an excellent opportunity to connect with others, improve your skills, and enjoy the many benefits of touch in a supportive environment. Benefits of non-judgmental, full-body Touch: • touch is essential for our mental health and prevents loneliness ● Touch slows down, nourishes, and soothes • touch can positively influence shame or negative body image • touch promotes relaxation and regeneration • touch communicates without words and creates a deeper connection to others • touch stimulates the capacity for pleasure and empathy 🔵 **Massage Exchange für GBTQ Männer\*** Mit ***Stijn van Wesemael*** fur **GBTQ men\*** **Massage Exchange für GBTQ Männer\*** ist ein monatliches Event, das einen sicheren und einladenden Raum bietet, um ganzkörperliche Berührung und Massagetechniken (unter Verwendung von Massageliegen) zu praktizieren und zu erleben. Bezugnehmend auf die Inhalte des „Soul of Skin Massagetrainings”, bietet jeder Abend den Teilnehmenden die Möglichkeit, entweder verschiedene Massage Stile zu probieren oder zu vertiefen, wodurch eine Gemeinschaft des Lernens und der Unterstützung entsteht. Der Wechsel zwischen gebender und nehmender Rolle erlaubt es oft Männern\*, sich tiefer einzulassen und dadurch mehr Wirkung und Verbindung zu erfahren. Es gibt thematisch sowohl Anregung für Massagegriffe und “best practices“ als auch genug Freiheit, den Raum im gegenseitigen Einvernehmen mit deinem Partner\* zu nutzen. Egal, ob Du neu in der Massage oder aufmerksamen Berührung bist oder ein erfahrener Praktiker, dieses Event ist eine hervorragende Gelegenheit, Dich mit anderen zu verbinden, Deine Fähigkeiten zu verbessern und die vielen Vorteile von Berührung in einer unterstützenden Umgebung zu erfahren und zu genießen. **Vorteile einer wertfreien, ganzkörperlichen Berührung:** • Berührung ist essentiell für unsere seelische Gesundheit und beugt Vereinsamung vor Berührung verlangsamt, nährt und beruhigt. • Berührung kann Scham oder negative Körperbilder positiv beeinflussen. • Berührung fördert Entspannung und Erholung. • Berührung kommuniziert ohne Worte und schafft eine tiefere Verbindung zu anderen. • Berührung stimuliert Genuß- und Empathiefähigkeit.

**Heart\-to\-Heart Conversations \| Safe Space for Healing** Going through a breakup? You’re not alone. Join us for a gentle gathering with others who are navigating the same emotional terrain. *Break It Up* is a safe space for real talk — people coming together to share stories, swap insights, and remind each other that healing happens one honest conversation at a time. Whether your heart is freshly broken or still quietly aching, this meetup offers calm company, shared wisdom, and a small moment of peace in nature. **What to Expect** 🌱 Soft landing — find your spot, settle in 💬 Open circle — introductions & your story (if you'd like to share) 🛠️ Breakup Stories — tips, resources, small rituals that helped 💗 Connection time — chat in pairs or smaller groups if you’d like 🌅 Wrap-up — closing check-in, grounding moment before we go *This is not a therapy. If you feel you are in a severe deep emotional state, please reach out to professionals.* **What to Bring** * There will be a tea on the house if you feel like it * Paper & pen (optional, for any reflections or notes) * An open heart, even if it's in pieces **💰 Price: 10-25 EUR. Feel free to reach out if this is too much of a barrier for you.** **Space Boundaries** * We meet together to create a safe space for everyone. No judgment, no advice, no pressure. * Please make sure you are coming on time. Unfortunately, I cannot let you in if you are late. * For the circle to function, we need a certain number of RSVP's. If not too many people are interested -- unfortunately, the gathering will be cancelled. **🕒 Agenda** **18:30 – 18:45** **Arrive, Settle In & Ground** Find the group, get comfortable, and ease into the evening. **18:45 – 19:45** **Introductions, Story Sharing & Breakup Lifehacks** A gentle round of introductions for those who feel like sharing. We’ll open up space for personal stories, supportive reflections, and small tips or practices that have helped us cope, heal, or grow. **19:45 – 20:00+** **Outtakes & Optional Socialising** We’ll close with an open conversation and sharing outtakes and visions. Something you heard, felt, or understood that you want to share. This is a safe space to ask for advice or reflect on the stories we have shared. You are welcome to stay for a further chat and connection. *(Please note that the agenda is more of a guideline, not a strict rule. As each circle is different, the flow differs as well. If the froup is too big or too small, we may go to a different flow)* **Location** **📍Location:** * We meet at the Iska Cafe at Kalckreuthstraße 7, 10777 Berlin. * Google maps pin: [here](https://maps.app.goo.gl/765XQTN8KBGv95gx9) * 🚇 **U1\, U2 Wittenbergplatz \|\| U1\, U2\, U3\, U4 Nollendorfplatz** * 🚌 **106\, 187\, M19\, M29 An Der Urania \|\| M46 Motzstraße** Just text me, and I will come meet you.

**Confidence & Connection: Using Your Authentic Truth to Find Your People** Confidence isn’t just about believing in yourself, it’s about knowing where you belong and who you can grow alongside. In this April Confidence Lab Happy Hour, we’ll explore how living in your authentic truth helps you find your people, build meaningful collaborations, and create spaces where vulnerability is met with respect rather than risk. Together, we’ll reflect on what it looks like to advocate for yourself with clarity and care, and how confidence deepens when it’s rooted in connection rather than comparison. Featured speaker **Lachandra Baker**, founder of **[LBB Edutainment](https://www.lbbedutainment.com/)** and author of *Your Own Biggest Cheerleader*, will share reflections on authenticity, psychological safety, and the power of community over individual achievement. Drawing from personal stories—including the significance of turning 53—Lachandra will invite us into a conversation about showing up fully, being seen, and choosing relationships that support who you truly are. Expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere with space for reflection, shared insight, and intentional connection—plus drinks, light bites, and the kind of conversations that remind you you’re not meant to do this alone. Come as you are. Leave feeling clearer about your voice, your people, and the confidence that grows when both are aligned. **What is Confidence Lab?** Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here. Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work. It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact. ***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:** 1. The dates for this series are simply placeholders at the moment. We are working on our 2026 schedule, and adjustments are forthcoming. 2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee. 3. Each class from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective is a separate entity. **Introduction:** Our Page Building with Bricks web development class provides detailed instruction for using Bricks Builder, a visual site builder for WordPress, to create and manage websites. Widely considered by many of the world's leading web developers to be the most complete page builder on the market today, Bricks Builder offers a wide range of features and comprehensive tools. Our Bricks Builder web development class provides detailed instructions on utilizing the toolset. The series of courses covers the core features of Bricks Builder, enabling users to design and develop responsive, visually appealing websites. Moreover, the courses are oriented to reinforce a focus on professional, scalable web development. Throughout the series, we focus our page-building instruction on the semantic and structural integrity of the pages in a responsive world. By the end of the 10-class series, participants will have a fundamental understanding of proper web page and website development. **The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:** * Class 01 - Survey of Page Builders / What Bricksbuilder Does For You * Class 02 - Boxes, Boxes, Boxes / Sections / Containers * Class 03 - Static Units / Relative Units / Responsive Development And Math Functions * Class 04 - CSS Variables And DRY Development / Classes And Global Styling * Class 05 - CSS Grid And CSS Flexbox * Class 06 - Responsive Development / Breakpoints And Media Queries * Class 07 - Effective Use Of Color / Effective Use Of Images * Class 08 - Beginning To Think Dynamically / Using Templates And Components * Class 09 - Dynamic Styling / Data Attributes And Attribute Selectors * Class 10 - Pseudo Elements / Programmatically Styling With Pseudo Classes Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Bricks Builder: * **Introduction to Bricks Builder Interface:** * Familiarization with the builder's layout, including the toolbar, panel, and canvas, and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components. * **Visual Site Building:** * Techniques for creating layouts using Bricks' drag-and-drop interface, incorporating sections, rows, columns, and elements to build page structures. * **Styling and Design:** * Utilizing Bricks' styling options to customize elements, apply global CSS classes for consistent design, and leverage features like Flexbox and CSS Grid for responsive layouts. * **Dynamic Content and Custom Fields:** * Integrating dynamic content from custom post types and custom field plugins (like ACF, Meta Box) to build data-driven websites. * **Template Building:** * Creating and managing reusable templates for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements. * **Performance Optimization:** * Understanding how Bricks Builder contributes to fast-loading websites and implementing performance best practices. * **Advanced Features:** * Depending on the class level, it might delve into advanced topics such as conditional logic, interactions, and custom code integration to enable more complex functionality. The series aims to equip participants with the skills to efficiently build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using Bricks Builder, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers.

**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception** Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory. For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy. She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps). Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way. **About Our Speaker** Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:** 1. The dates for this series are simply placeholders at the moment. We are working on our 2026 schedule, and adjustments are forthcoming. 2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee. 3. Each class, from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective, is a separate entity. 4. As the Etch toolset evolves, so too will the class outline below. **Introduction:** Our Site Building with Etch class provides detailed instructions on the philosophy of the Etch development framework, as well as in-depth, hands-on instruction on using the Etch environment and associated tools. Anyone familiar with Kevin Geary and the Digital Gravy set of products will tell you that they offer ground-breaking approaches to professional WordPress site development. As we write this, the Etch toolset and environment are rapidly taking shape, with weekly quantum leaps forward in WordPress development methodologies. As early investors in the Etch product offering and its development process, we are actively testing and evaluating the toolset as it takes shape. We are beyond excited to see how WordPress site development is being modernized, and can't wait to bring this course set to you. It will be a paradigm shift in page and site development within WordPress, as well as moving your development mindset light-years forward. Join us as we explore Etch and dive deep into development approaches that will genuinely elevate your craft as a website developer and agency provider. Scalable, responsive, compliant websites are now within easy reach, and Etch provides both the platform and toolset to take you there. **The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:** * Class 01 - TBD * Class 02 - TBD * Class 03 - TBD * Class 04 - TBD * Class 05 - TBD * Class 06 - TBD * Class 07 - TBD * Class 08 - TBD * Class 09 - TBD * Class 10 - TBD Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Etch: * **Introduction to Etch Interface:** * Familiarization with the toolset's layout and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components. * **Visual Site Building:** * Techniques for creating layouts using Etch's interface, incorporating sections, divs, containers, and elements to build semantically correct page structures. * **Styling and Design:** * Utilizing Etch's styling approach to customize elements, apply global CSS classes for consistent design, and leverage features like Flexbox and CSS Grid for responsive layouts. * **Dynamic Content and Custom Fields:** * Integrating dynamic content from custom post types and custom field plugins (like ACF, Meta Box, and even built-in fields) to build data-driven websites. * **Component Building:** * Creating and managing reusable components for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements. * **Performance Optimization:** * Understanding how Etch contributes to fast-loading websites and implementing performance best practices. * **Advanced Features:** * Depending on the class level, it might delve into advanced topics such as conditional logic, interactions, and custom code integration to enable more complex functionality. The series aims to equip participants with the skills to efficiently build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using Etch, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers alike.

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!

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!

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!