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**offline read & share** (*April 18th*\, Saturday 16:30 \| **Location:** Okūma (Teahōm)) Welcome to the **unplugged club Budapest** ✨ This is a community for slowing down, disconnecting from our phones and reconnecting with ourselves and others - offline. **When was the last time you read for an entire hour and had interesting conversations afterwards?** This time we’ll be meeting in a very special location: **[Okūma](https://okuma.space/)** \- a beautiful\, quiet\, intimate tea space designed to help you slow down in the heart of Budapest 🍵 ✨ For this event, a special menu will be available: You’ll be able to enjoy a tea of your choice from 1800 HUF per person. **〜 What to expect** ◦ Bring any book you'd like to read and spend time in uninterrupted reading, alongside others doing the same. ◦ There will be an optional space after to connect and share what you've read or what stood out to you. **〜 Location** **Okūma (Teahōm)** \- Concept Tea Lounge Budapest, Vörösmarty u. 19, 1074 *Ring the bell at the entrance. Take the lift to the 2nd floor. Door number 10.* Please arrive quietly — we're part of a living home community. **〜 Schedule** **16:30** – Welcome, short introduction and share what you'll read **17:00 – 18:00** – Reading time **18:00 – 19:00** – Optional sharing & informal conversation **〜 Notes** ✧ The event is free, but we kindly request that you buy a beverage to support the venue. ✧ Come alone or bring a friend. ✧ E-readers are welcome - we kindly ask to avoid laptops and phones. ✧ Please confirm your spot on Meetup only if you’re certain you can attend. We have a maximum capacity of 15 people, and last-minute no-shows prevent others on the waiting list from joining. If plans change, please cancel your spot so someone else can join. ☻ Let's unplug for a few hours and turn inwards ☻

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CGM1Jm8JfNS291xA1zMobk) ] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

Dear All please read below description carefully, especially for the registration part!! No meetup registration is considered only from GoogleForm!! 🏸 Badminton Tournament Announcement 🏸 Get ready for an exciting day of speed, skill, and sportsmanship! We are thrilled to announce our upcoming Badminton Tournament, bringing together players for a competitive and fun-filled event. Whether you’re a seasoned or an enthusiastic player, this is your chance to showcase your talent and enjoy the spirit of the game. 📅 Date: *18 April 2026* 📍 Venue: KMASZC Magyar Gyula Kertészeti Technikum és Szakképző Iskola 1106 Budapest, Maglódi u. 8. https://maps.app.goo.gl/5hGxjrMrL7yrt36D8 ⏰ Time: 10-17:00 *Categories* - both on advance and intermediate level (except women's doubles): **Men’s Singles** **Men’s Doubles** **Women’s Doubles** (intermediate-advaced together) **Mixed Doubles** Women/ mixed doubles can also register in Men's doubles. *Levels* : advanced intermediate *Registration* : Please register on this form: https://forms.gle/nzLaK2tCr7fDuUGK9 *Last date to register* : 14 April 2026 *Entry fee* : Men’s singles: 3500 HUF/ person 1 doubles category: 2500 HUF/ person 2 doubles categories: 4500 HUF/ person 3 doubles categories: 6000 HUF/ person *Cancellation policy* : To ensure fairness and transparency for all participants in the Tournament, the following Cancellation policy will be followed. By registering for the tournament, participants agree to the terms outlined below: 1. Cancellation Before the Registration Deadline Notification Requirement: Participants may cancel their registration by providing written notice to the organizer email before the registration deadline. 2. Cancellation After the Registration Deadline Notification Requirement: Participants must also provide written notice if they wish to cancel after the registration deadline. 3. No-Show Policy: Participants who fail to attend the tournament without prior cancellation will be contacted by the organizer to pay the registration fee. *Contact* : comment, pm or write an email (hello.billay@gmail.com) if you have further questions. Come participate, cheer for your friends, and be part of a vibrant sporting event. Don’t miss this opportunity to rally, smash, and score your way to victory! Best Regards, Yoga

Join me to practice a Vinyasa Yoga Flow in Budapest! English-speaking classes held at [Hanuman yoga studio](https://www.hanumanjoga.hu/oratipusok/vinyasa-flow-yoga-nidra-in-english/). Every Saturday at 11:30am. Open to all levels. Flow, Feel & Stretch. **Book your spot [here.](https://www.hanumanjoga.hu/oratipusok/idopont-foglalas/)** Location: Budapest, Erőd u. 16, 1027 Instagram: [theinner.drishti](https://www.instagram.com/theinner.drishti/)

Come and join us for a **Free Guitar Learning Class**! **General description of the class:** Our class is all about beginning stages: playing chords, tabs, holding guitar properly and getting the fingers ready to play. We will have enough time to cover the basics, discuss what we would like to improve and get playing at least one simple song! I also speak Hungarian, so if there is anyone who doesn’t understand English, I will translate on the go. Any newcomers are welcome and I will help you to get started and develop together with others. **What to bring:** A pen and notebook, so you can take notes as needed. Guitar (if you don't have one, you can use mine during the class, but definitely you should get a guitar later if you want to learn guitar properly). This event is totally **free of charge**, but you are welcome to donate, which helps me, the organizer, to cover the bills. Feel free to **bring your friends**. We have enough space! **I recommend joining our Telegram channel** to get notified about announcements or any cancellations: https://t.me/budapestGuitarClub

**offline read & share** (*April 18th*\, Saturday 16:30 \| **Location:** Okūma (Teahōm)) Welcome to the **unplugged club Budapest** ✨ This is a community for slowing down, disconnecting from our phones and reconnecting with ourselves and others - offline. **When was the last time you read for an entire hour and had interesting conversations afterwards?** This time we’ll be meeting in a very special location: **[Okūma](https://okuma.space/)** \- a beautiful\, quiet\, intimate tea space designed to help you slow down in the heart of Budapest 🍵 ✨ For this event, a special menu will be available: You’ll be able to enjoy a tea of your choice from 1800 HUF per person. **〜 What to expect** ◦ Bring any book you'd like to read and spend time in uninterrupted reading, alongside others doing the same. ◦ There will be an optional space after to connect and share what you've read or what stood out to you. **〜 Location** **Okūma (Teahōm)** \- Concept Tea Lounge Budapest, Vörösmarty u. 19, 1074 *Ring the bell at the entrance. Take the lift to the 2nd floor. Door number 10.* Please arrive quietly — we're part of a living home community. **〜 Schedule** **16:30** – Welcome, short introduction and share what you'll read **17:00 – 18:00** – Reading time **18:00 – 19:00** – Optional sharing & informal conversation **〜 Notes** ✧ The event is free, but we kindly request that you buy a beverage to support the venue. ✧ Come alone or bring a friend. ✧ E-readers are welcome - we kindly ask to avoid laptops and phones. ✧ Please confirm your spot on Meetup only if you’re certain you can attend. We have a maximum capacity of 15 people, and last-minute no-shows prevent others on the waiting list from joining. If plans change, please cancel your spot so someone else can join. ☻ Let's unplug for a few hours and turn inwards ☻

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CGM1Jm8JfNS291xA1zMobk) ] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \(English version below\) \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Tanulj meg tangózni 2 óra alatt – még akkor is, ha soha nem táncoltál!** Fedezd fel Dél-Amerika legbensőségesebb és legszenvedélyesebb táncát, az argentin tangót – egy különleges élményt, ahol a mozdulat és az ölelés találkozik. Ez a workshop pont neked szól, ha mindig is szerettél volna táncolni, de nem tudtad, hol kezdd el. * Kezdőknek is ideális – semmilyen előképzettség nem kell * Partner nélkül is jöhetsz – ott párosítunk * Már az első óra végére tudsz táncolni egy tangót **Mit ad neked ez a 2 óra?** * Megtanulod a tangó alapjait, miközben megtapasztalod: * milyen érzés valakivel egy ritmusra lélegezni, * hogyan ad önbizalmat a mozgás, * és hogyan kapcsol össze két embert egy ölelés. A workshop után azonnal csatlakozhatsz rendszeres tangótanfolyamainkhoz, így lépésről lépésre fejlődhetsz tovább. **Dátum:** Április 19. (vasárnap) – 19:00–21:00 **Helyszín:** Budapest, Andrássy út 35. **Ár:** 9.000 Ft – **elővételben 6.000 Ft,** **ha előző napig befizeted.** **Regisztrálj most!** [https://tangolibre.hu/intenziv-tango-tanfolyam/](https://tangolibre.hu/intenziv-tango-tanfolyam/) ///////////////////////////////////////////// **Learn to dance tango in just 2 hours – even if you’ve never danced before!** Discover South America’s most intimate and passionate dance – the Argentine tango. An experience where movement meets connection, and every embrace tells a story. This workshop is perfect for you if you’ve always wanted to dance but never knew where to start. * Ideal for absolute beginners – no previous experience required * No partner needed – we’ll match you up during the class * By the end of the first hour, you’ll already be dancing your first tango * **What will these 2 hours give you?** * You’ll learn the basics of tango while discovering: * how movement builds confidence, * and how an embrace can connect two people beyond words. After the workshop, you can immediately join our regular tango courses and continue your journey step by step. **Date:** April 19 (Sunday) – 19:00–21:00 **Venue:** Budapest, Andrássy út 35. **Price:** 9,000 HUF – **early-bird 6,000 HUF if paid by the day before.** **Frequently Asked Questions** I don’t have a dance partner – can I still come? \- Yes\! Most participants come alone\, and we’ll pair you up during the workshop\. I’ve never danced before – will I feel lost? \- Not at all\. This workshop was created exactly for you\. We teach step by step\, so even complete beginners can enjoy immediate success\. What should I wear? \- Comfortable clothes that allow free movement and smooth\-soled shoes\. That’s all you need\! **Instructors** Szeghalmi Endre & Serbán Andrea : [https://tangolibre.hu/en/intensive-tango-workshop/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/intensive-tango-workshop/)

Dear All please read below description carefully, especially for the registration part!! No meetup registration is considered only from GoogleForm!! 🏸 Badminton Tournament Announcement 🏸 Get ready for an exciting day of speed, skill, and sportsmanship! We are thrilled to announce our upcoming Badminton Tournament, bringing together players for a competitive and fun-filled event. Whether you’re a seasoned or an enthusiastic player, this is your chance to showcase your talent and enjoy the spirit of the game. 📅 Date: *18 April 2026* 📍 Venue: KMASZC Magyar Gyula Kertészeti Technikum és Szakképző Iskola 1106 Budapest, Maglódi u. 8. https://maps.app.goo.gl/5hGxjrMrL7yrt36D8 ⏰ Time: 10-17:00 *Categories* - both on advance and intermediate level (except women's doubles): **Men’s Singles** **Men’s Doubles** **Women’s Doubles** (intermediate-advaced together) **Mixed Doubles** Women/ mixed doubles can also register in Men's doubles. *Levels* : advanced intermediate *Registration* : Please register on this form: https://forms.gle/nzLaK2tCr7fDuUGK9 *Last date to register* : 14 April 2026 *Entry fee* : Men’s singles: 3500 HUF/ person 1 doubles category: 2500 HUF/ person 2 doubles categories: 4500 HUF/ person 3 doubles categories: 6000 HUF/ person *Cancellation policy* : To ensure fairness and transparency for all participants in the Tournament, the following Cancellation policy will be followed. By registering for the tournament, participants agree to the terms outlined below: 1. Cancellation Before the Registration Deadline Notification Requirement: Participants may cancel their registration by providing written notice to the organizer email before the registration deadline. 2. Cancellation After the Registration Deadline Notification Requirement: Participants must also provide written notice if they wish to cancel after the registration deadline. 3. No-Show Policy: Participants who fail to attend the tournament without prior cancellation will be contacted by the organizer to pay the registration fee. *Contact* : comment, pm or write an email (hello.billay@gmail.com) if you have further questions. Come participate, cheer for your friends, and be part of a vibrant sporting event. Don’t miss this opportunity to rally, smash, and score your way to victory! Best Regards, Yoga

Irány Hűvösvölgy! The weather finally seems to be on our side, so we’re excited to organise our long-awaited Kerek Perec hike! 🌿 We’ll meet at the last stop of tram 56/61 on Sunday and take a relaxed circular walk in the Buda hills. Although the event is three hours long we won’t be hiking the entire time; we’ve prepared lots of games and activities so we’ll be taking frequent breaks to practise Hungarian. Along the way, you’ll pick up useful vocabulary related to nature and hiking, hear about a couple of famous Hungarian hikers, and work together in different group competitions. You’re very welcome to join regardless of your Hungarian (and fitness) level — we’ll have activities adapted for beginners (A1), elementary (A2), and intermediate (B1) learners. You can buy your ticket here: https://cooltix.hu/event/69dcd42f25f6c22392a700e6 Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/6MyDh220B PSA: the dog in the pictures won’t be joining us this time — he tends to demand a bit too much attention :)

Join me to practice a Vinyasa Yoga Flow in Budapest! English-speaking classes held at [Hanuman yoga studio](https://www.hanumanjoga.hu/oratipusok/vinyasa-flow-yoga-nidra-in-english/). Every Saturday at 11:30am. Open to all levels. Flow, Feel & Stretch. **Book your spot [here.](https://www.hanumanjoga.hu/oratipusok/idopont-foglalas/)** Location: Budapest, Erőd u. 16, 1027 Instagram: [theinner.drishti](https://www.instagram.com/theinner.drishti/)

Attend a free seminar on how to have successful and lasting relationships. At this seminar you will learn: How to spot and handle negative and toxic relationships. How to get through the "rough patches" in a relationship. How to choose the right people to work with. The three things that make or break any relationship. How to make a good relationship great. All are welcome. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. Hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

This month we’ll be reading Assassin’s Apprentice by Robin Hobb. Feel free to come even if you don’t finish the book!

This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? 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: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

Join us for this free, in person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Do you want more motivation and confidence to build lasting relationships? Are you burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival, while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? 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: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Posting this early because seemingly all Sundays in May are holidays or busy! I picked a shorter thriller that's hopefully a fast read/listen. [Columbus library link to book](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3458940) Location: Grandview Cafe, *1455 W. 3rd Ave*, Columbus, OH 43212 [Menu](https://www.grandviewcafe.com/menu) Book summary: Daniel leads a rich life in the university town of Athens, Georgia. He's got a couple close friends, a steady paycheck working for a regional airline, and of course, for a few glorious days each Fall, college football tailgates. He considers himself to be a mostly lucky guy -- despite the fact that he's suffered from a debilitating disease since he was a small child, one that has left him unable to speak or to move without a wheelchair. Largely confined to his home, Daniel spends the hours he's not online communicating with irate air travelers observing his neighborhood from his front porch. One young woman passes by so frequently that spotting her out the window has almost become part of his daily routine. Until the day he's almost sure he sees her being kidnapped.