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It’s only very recently that a visible portion of trans people has been allowed entrance to the documented workforce. But not just our ancestors and elders are unthinkable without the domain of sex work, it’s just the same for our contemporary community. So we’re delighted to announce a collaborative event with Berlin’s very own Trans\*sexworks, a peer-to-peer support structure and a network for and made up of Trans\*sex workers. This event will include a workshop, discussion and community formation. It’s aimed at sex workers and trans people looking to connect, and everyone interested in learning. WHEN? Saturday 18.04. 6pm WHERE? Villa Vida To learn more about Trans\*Sexworks, check out their website: https://transsexworks.org (DE) Erst seit kurzer Zeit hat ein sichtbarer Teil von trans Menschen Zugang zum formellen Arbeitsmarkt erhalten. Doch nicht nur unsere Vorfahr:innen und Älteren sind ohne den Bereich der Sexarbeit kaum vorstellbar, das gilt ebenso für unsere heutige Community. Deshalb freuen wir uns, ein gemeinsames Event mit TransSexworks aus Berlin anzukündigen, einer Peer-to-Peer Unterstützungsstruktur und einem Netzwerk von und für TransSexarbeiter:innen. Das Event umfasst einen Workshop, eine Diskussion und Raum für Community-Bildung. Es richtet sich an Sexarbeiter:innen, an trans Personen, die sich vernetzen möchten, sowie an alle, die mehr lernen wollen. WANN? Samstag, 18.04., 18:00 Uhr WO? Villa Vida Mehr Infos zu Trans\*Sexworks findet ihr hier: https://transsexworks.org

> **A beautiful chamber music program for violin and piano! Let yourself get enchanted by works from Fauré, Brahms, and Grieg.** You can pay cash at the door. We would be happy to see many of you attend! Please note: there is limited seating, so if you cannot make it, please be polite and cancel in time so someone else can take your place. How to reach us: U6 Josefstädter Straße Lines 2, 46: Brunnenmarkt

**Do you feel stressed about the writing part of the ÖIF exam?** Many people panic when it’s time to write. They sit in the exam, look at the task and don’t know how to start. Their mind goes blank. They don’t know what to write or how to organise their ideas. Many feel overwhelmed when preparing for the ÖIF exam, especially because of the **Modul Schreiben.** I want to end this once and for all. In this focused **2 day workshop**, I will guide you step by step. You will understand what the exam expects and how to write texts that work. **In this workshop, you will learn:** *• how to structure emails and letters clearly* *• which grammar is important for the exam* *• useful vocabulary for typical tasks* *• how to avoid typical mistakes* You will **practise real exam tasks**, **write your own texts**, get **personal feedbac**k and **receive a workboo**k with exercises and examples for home practice. **Dates:** *April 18 and 19, 2026* *May 16 and 17, 2026* *June 13 and 14, 2026* *July 11 and 12, 2026* *August 22 and 23, 2026* **Time:** *Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 to 14:00* **Price:** *135 €* **Location:** *Rienößlgasse 3/4-5, 1040 Vienna* This workshop focuses only on the **writing module of the ÖIF** exam. **If you would like to join, just send me a message. I will reserve a place for you.** **More information:** www.diedeutschteixlerei.com/en/e-mails-schreiben-für-öif-prüfung **Contact:** WhatsApp: +43 677 64306389 E-Mail: info@diedeutschteixlerei.com Instagram: oliviateix_diedeutschteixlerei *** **Schreibtraining für die ÖIF-Prüfung (A2/B1) – E-Mails und Briefe sicher schreiben** Fühlst du dich gestresst wegen des Schreibteils der ÖIF Prüfung? Viele bekommen Panik, wenn sie schreiben müssen. Sie sitzen in der Prüfung, schauen auf die Aufgabe und wissen nicht, wie sie anfangen sollen. Plötzlich ist der Kopf leer. Sie wissen nicht, was sie schreiben oder wie sie ihre Ideen strukturieren sollen. Manche fühlen sich bei der **Vorbereitung auf die ÖIF Prüfung** überfordert, vor allem wegen des Moduls Schreiben. Ich will damit ein für alle Mal Schluss machen. In diesem fokussierten **2-Tage-Workshop** begleite ich dich Schritt für Schritt. Du verstehst, was in der **Prüfung erwartet** wird und wie du **Texte schreibst**, die wirklich funktionieren. **In diesem Workshop lernst du:** *• wie du E-Mails und Briefe klar strukturierst* *• welche Grammatik für die Prüfung wichtig ist* *• nützlichen Wortschatz für typische Aufgaben* *• wie du typische Fehler vermeidest* Du arbeitest mit **echten Prüfungsaufgaben**, **schreibst eigene Texte**, bekommst **persönliches Feedbac**k und erhältst ein **Workbook** mit Übungen und Beispielen für zu Hause. **Termine:** *18\. und 19\. April 2026* *16\. und 17\. Mai 2026* *13\. und 14\. Juni 2026* *11\. und 12\. Juli 2026* *22\. und 23\. August 2026* **Zeit:** *Samstag und Sonntag, 10:00 bis 14:00 Uhr* **Preis:** *135 €* **Ort:** *Rienößlgasse 3/4-5, 1040 Vienna* Dieser Workshop konzentriert sich ausschließlich auf das **Schreibmodul der ÖIF Prüfung**. **Wenn du teilnehmen möchtest, schreib mir einfach eine Nachricht. Ich reserviere dir einen Platz.** **Mehr Informationen:** https://www.diedeutschteixlerei.com/e-mails-schreiben-f%C3%BCr-%C3%B6if-pr%C3%BCfung **Kontakt:** WhatsApp: +43 677 64306389 E-Mail: info@diedeutschteixlerei.com Instagram: oliviateix_diedeutschteixlerei

Meet global expats and internationally-minded locals at this open networking night in the heart of Bratislava, Slovakia, conveniently starting and ending at Vienna Main Station (Wien Hauptbahnhof). After arriving in Bratislava by direct train, we first take a leisurely stroll through its medieval city center *Staré Mesto*, passing St. Michael's Gate, the 17th-century main square and revolutionary *Hviezdoslavovo námestie*. Obviously there's a shared history, so what kind of similarities and differences to Vienna will you come to notice in the Slovak capital? But Bratislava is more than just its Old Town. After admiring the iconic Blue Church, we take in in wide angled views of the Zaha Hadid-designed *Sky Park* before having early dinner at Nivy Mall food court with plenty of local and international choices at your own taste and budget. Full and satisfied, we then head over to the [International Night Bratislava](https://bratislava.ixpat.com/internationalnight) for networking, games and fun. Right after the event, we'll hop on our train back to Vienna, arriving shortly before midnight. Total time: Half-day Language: English Bring: Valid Passport/Visa or EU-National ID Card (driver's license doesn't count as travel ID) Wear: Seasonal outfit, rain gear depending on weather **Value and booking** Price includes train roundtrip, local transit and friendly host. Discount available for groups. Food/drinks are at your own expense. To secure your spots, please ... Step 1: RSVP here on Meetup first (optional but recommended) Step 2: Complete your booking at https://vienna.ixpat.com/bratislava

Join us for a relaxed creative hike through the Vienna Woods, where we slow down, observe nature, and capture what inspires us along the way. During the walk we will stop at interesting places to sketch or paint plants, forest details, or landscapes. This meetup is not about perfect drawings — it’s about enjoying the forest, noticing small details, and sharing a creative moment with others. Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, or want to try nature sketching, you are very welcome. All skill levels are welcome. 📍 Meeting point 11:00–11:20 at Klosterneuburg Weidling Bahnhof From there we will take the 11:30 bus together into the Vienna Woods. 🌿 What to expect * A walk through the beautiful forest of the Vienna Woods * Fresh air and time in nature * A friendly group of like-minded people * Stops along the way to sketch or paint * A small picnic break * New drawings and creative impressions to take home 🎒 What to bring * Cash for the bus (or buy a ticket online to Weidlinger Hauptstraße) * Hiking shoes * Your art materials (a small travel sketch kit is ideal) * Food and water for the picnic Come spend a creative day outdoors, meet other people, and let the forest inspire your drawings. 🌿🎨

Capture architectural contrasts with a journey through Vienna’s creative soul—where the dark basalt of the **MUMOK**meets the grand white stone of the **Hofburg**. Walk, shoot, and connect with photographers & creators as we move from the **MuseumsQuartier** through the imperial gates and into the lush surroundings of the **Burggarten**. Beginners, enthusiasts, and pros — all are welcome. –––––––––– **EVENT DETAILS** **Location:** MuseumsQuartier → Maria-Theresien-Platz → Hofburg → Burggarten **Date:** 18.04. **Time:** 15:00 – 17:00 **Meeting Point:** **Café Leopold** Adress: [Museumsplatz 1, 1070 Wien, Austria](https://maps.app.goo.gl/cQBiQW27TM2kb3FL6) –––––––––– **EVENT FLOW** **15:00 \| Meet & Connect** We’ll gather at the café and introduce ourselves. How about sharing what you love about photography? **15:30 \| Main Walk \(Modernism\, Empire & Glass\)** We’ll head across to Maria-Theresien-Platz to shoot the "frame within a frame" through the modern archways. Moving into the **Hofburg** complex, we’ll focus on the interplay of light on white limestone and the deep shadows of the imperial corridors. We will wrap up our visual journey at the **Palmenhaus**, capturing the intricate Art Nouveau steel and glass reflections as the afternoon light begins to dip. **17:00 \| Optional Coffee or Spritzer** We’ll wrap up the official walk at the Burggarten terrace for an optional drink and a chance to review our favorite frames from the day. –––––––––– **IMPORTANT** This isn’t a class. It’s not a tour. It’s a creative meetup. We’ll walk. We’ll shoot. We’ll connect. –––––––––– **WHAT TO EXPECT** Bring your: • Film camera • Digital camera • Smartphone • Curiosity Whether you're a beginner, seasoned photographer, content creator, or just creatively curious — you’re welcome here. Come solo or bring friends. Spots are limited — reserve your place ASAP. –––––––––– **STAY CONNECTED** 📍 Join our [WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FkQdiFWa2RUD523blEB7ti?mode=gi_t) group for live location & updates. 📸 Follow [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity/) and tag us in your photos. –––––––––– **ABOUT TAKE A PHOTO WALK** Founded in Barcelona in July 2024, Take a Photo Walk connects photographers and creators around the world through real-life creative experiences. Now Vienna is part of the story. –––––––––– Where the lines of history meet the vision of the future. See you in Vienna. 📸✨

Hi Running fellows, Whether you’re a walker, new to running, a semi-pro, a marathonist or a sprint star - if you want to start your weekend in an active way and enjoy the outdoors in lovely surroundings with a fun, international and multilingual group of people, you are welcome to join us! Every Saturday at 9:30 am, we meet, we run, in the magnificent Schönbrunn park, and then we go for breakfast. Want to discuss politics or the best recipes for banana pancakes? Not a problem. Not feeling social? Tune out with your earbuds - we can talk over breakfast. We are casual. You can be too. What to expect: Start by meeting Adrian, Ali, Liz, Paul and Sonia on-time at 9:30am outside the Schönbrunn U-Bahn stop (exit Grünbergstraße). (Coordinates: 48.1858130, 16.3200640) From there, we walk to the side park entrance where the “running” part begins. The important thing is that you run at your own pace. Typically, small groups of people will run at the same pace as you, so you never have to walk/run alone :) We finish one hour later, at about 10:40am, reconvening just inside the Hietzinger Tor exit. (Coordinates: 48.1858825, 16.3032647). From there, we’re off to breakfast! Breakfast Details: Anker bakery opposite the U4 Hietzing station and depending on the weather, grab something for a picnic in Schönbrunn park, or hang out in the bakery. If you missed us earlier, you can always go there around 10:45. We are a fun group of runners who don’t take things too seriously. We meet, chat, RUN, stretch, chat, EAT and we hang out over a beer every now and then. It's that easy. Please join us for breakfast after the run! The more the merrier. Typically we are 10-30 people, as not everyone who comes signs up on meetup. Important disclaimer: Please only run as much as you feel you can, considering the temperature, weather conditions, your own fitness etc... run and walk at your own pace as the organizers do not assume any liability for any injuries or health issues. Sonia, Adrian, Ali, Paul and Liz

Thank you for visiting this event page! * Are you an advanced badminton player? If yes - WELCOME! * The earlier you sign up, the bigger your chance to reserve a place - once 9 players have signed up already, you move to the waiting list. * Once the waiting list has 3 or more members, I will try to book an additional court, but no guarantees. I need to close the registration 24h before the event as I will then have to decide whether to cancel any court due to a shortage of players. The fee per player will be €10.00 for 2 hours. This will also cover the feather shuttles used during play. Please be on time as a curtesy to the other players. In addition, if you are on the players' list and don't come (i.e. no show), you will be automatically excluded from this group.

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) You can drop your layers, bags & whatever else at Café Brenner before the run. 📍 Meeting point: 09:55 at Café Brenner (https://share.google/YQ03QVDuYaga5AFRm) – drop your stuff, say hi. 👟 10:00 warm-up starts outside of the building (Superbude) ➡️ Then we head off on the \~5K Prater loop. ☕ Post-run: coffee back at Café Brenner. ❗️🔒 The storage room at Café Brenner will be locked during the run – but please note: Neither Founders Running Club nor Café Brenner does assume any liability. **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

⭐️Join us for a wonderful day outdoors at Prater park for a picnic!🍒 Please read carefully 

✨Gather your blankets, pack your picnic baskets🥝, and get ready have a relaxing time filled with fun, food, and friendly people.
We're inviting you to enjoy the fresh air, the warmth of the sun, and the joy of good company. 

🙌What to Expect:
Designated picnic areas where you can spread out your blankets and enjoy your homemade or store-bought snacks🥑 

A chance to meet and mingle with fellow board game lovers in your community🏸
A friendly atmosphere perfect for a casual hangout or party games. 💎Participation fee is 5€. Donations are welcome 💎 

⛳️What to Bring:
A picnic blanket or lawn chairs for comfortable seating.
A picnic basket filled with your favorite foods and beverages
Sunscreen and hats to protect yourself from the sun, as well as layers in case it gets chilly.
Any board games you'd like to play or share - the more, the better!✨ How to find? https://maps.app.goo.gl/ALYdWqxCUtTyW5357?g_st=ic

❗️Even if Meetup shows it as full — you’re still welcome to join❗️ The weather changed our plans a bit — so instead of the Easter meetup 10.04., we’re going to Hirschstetten: 📅 Date: April 18 🕑 Time: 2:00 pm 📍 Location: (I’ll share the exact location in the WA group https://chat.whatsapp.com/GqWhKBUCR5RAhI6WUguIcR?mode=wwt) Join us for a spring meetup in one of Vienna’s most charming and underrated places 🌸✨ Blumengärten Hirschstetten is such a beautiful spot — with blooming trees, little ponds, a labyrinth, cute ground squirrels, and even small houses like in a little Austrian village 🐿🌷 Even though it’s still inside Vienna, being there feels like you’ve left the city for a while and escaped somewhere in the countryside. I’m pretty sure many people in Vienna still haven’t been there — which makes it even more special to discover together. We’ll take a relaxed walk through the park, enjoy the spring atmosphere, chat, and simply spend a nice time 🌿 Come join us — whether you’re new in the city or have lived here for years, it’s a nice way to spend an afternoon and meet friendly people. Looking forward to seeing you there! ✨

Come write with us at Cafe Pierre every Sunday at 18:00-20:00! A message from Shut Up & Write: "Shut Up & Write hosts free, in-person and online writing events for writers all over the world. Our goal is to ensure that every writer—regardless of genre or skill level—has access to the resources, community, and accountability that they need to be successful in their personal writing goals." And what this looks like at our event: We chat and give short introductions to what we are working on at 18:00, then start writing at 18:15. Though we try to start on dot, being late isn't a problem—just find a spot and get to work! We write until 20:00 and then discuss how our writing went. From fiction to non-fiction, academic papers to poetry, applications to work-related writing—anything goes! Nothing is needed except for you to bring whatever is need to get stuff done, i.e. laptop, headphones, pen and paper, and so on. Optional socialising may happen before 18:00 and after 20:00, or you may choose to use this time to get some more done! Please do order something from the café (drink, meal, dessert, etc.) so as to keep us in their good graces!

⭐️Speed Networking Vienna Make connections. Find opportunities. Meet new friends. ⭐️Looking to expand your circle, meet inspiring people and actually enjoy the process? This is not just about business contacts — it’s about real human connection, shared interests and new friendships that can grow into something meaningful. 🔄 How it works: 10-minute one-to-one chats, new person each round. Easy, natural and relaxed — no awkward vibes, no forced conversations. ⭐️Perfect for people from different professions who want to connect, collaborate, exchange ideas and simply meet great new people. 💎Price 10€ and order a drink 📌 Limited spots – registration required. Come for the networking. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new contacts and new friends. 💬✨ Join us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/makegoodfriends?igsh=YjA2czVxNjF0cGJi&utm_source=qr

Join our outdoor yoga class in Vienna for a relaxing park yoga session designed for beginners and experienced yogis. Please read the complete event description ✨ What to Expect • Breath-led Yoga Flow • Gentle stretching and mindful movement • Relaxing outdoor atmosphere • Friendly and welcoming community 🧘 Level Beginner to intermediate 🎒 What to Bring • Yoga mat • Comfortable clothes • Water 💛 Energy Exchange Pay what you feel right (suggested between €10-€20) **Join us for instant updates:** **https://chat.whatsapp.com/JbCZPIUQrCv6lhd00M0oXI** 📍 **Location**: Auer-Welsbach Park – near the U4 Grünbergasse exit We will be at this location https://maps.app.goo.gl/YfwydU7UN9YiWZWE6 More details: Exit the U4 at Grünbergasse. When you come out of the station, turn left and cross the street. You’ll see the park entrance directly ahead. Walk about 100 meters inside the park, and you’ll find us on the right side on the grass

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:20am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking is available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to all of YOU for volunteering at this (and any of our previous) CMG Gives Back events! Should be a good/fun/meaningful time together, Dan

Who else is ready to sit outside? Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Our next much-awaited **COLUMBUS** meetup is **Tuesday April 21 from 7-10 pm EST at ACE OF CUPS**. Meet patients, cultivators, processors, dispensary managers/staff, physicians, home growers, educators, activists, nonprofits, artists, attorneys, business owners, writers, students, and supporters to network, share our knowledge, collaborate, support each other and make new ones! Hope you will be there too! Save the date and pass the word. **Please RSVP** so we know who is coming and how many to expect. Find us to say hi and we will introduce you to others. We should be easy to spot. (The happy-looking group wearing cool nametags! See photos from our past events.) Sign in, grab a name tag, start your own bar/food tab, meet old friends and make new ones! Everyone is welcome. SEE YOU THERE!

This is an in-person meeting. Did you know that unwanted emotions like loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, anger, fear, anxiety, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not chemical imbalance in your brain due to some nebulous chemical reactions by chance. Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you. The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life. For instance, let's say you are already carrying a huge load on your back, then you cannot take on much more, but, let's say something else happens to you, such as the difficulties from the Pandemic, then the resultant combined weight on you can take you over the edge, kind of like the straw that break the camel's back. When this happens, people's attention usually goes to the straw that was added, but actually the majority of the weight had come from the huge load that were already there, holding a person down and causing a person issues. So how do you remove the huge load that was already there? How do you lighten them up? Is it possible to get rid of them? That is what this meeting will be all about. Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Let’s walk the gardens and enjoy what has spring has on display.