Civil Rights

**\*Cuddle Puddle** with **Max Wenzlaff** for **GBTQ men\*** **[Book a Ticket](https://wearevillage.org/shop/cuddle-puddle/w17-2026)** **Member: 15 €** **Regular: 25 €** Cuddle Puddle provides a safe and welcoming space for GBTQ men\* to experience non-sexual touch, promote emotional well-being, and establish healthy boundaries, contributing positively to the community’s overall mental health and sense of belonging. You decide what feels right for you – whether you prefer more distance or closeness. In our guided Cuddle Puddles, the focus is on self-awareness and mutual respect, so that everyone’s well-being and needs are maintained. **General Information** Wear comfortable clothes. **Language:** we’ll speak English and/or German, depending on the needs of the group. Cost: This event is one of the free events per month for Members. Become a member: As a Member, you not only support our project, but you also get access to free events per month. More info here. More information [here](https://wearevillage.org/en/become-a-member-old/). Eine Cuddle Puddle bietet einen sicheren und einladenden Raum für GBTQ Männer\*, um nicht-sexuelle Berührungen zu erleben, emotionales Wohlbefinden zu fördern und klare Grenzen zu setzen. Dies trägt positiv zur allgemeinen psychischen Gesundheit und zum Zugehörigkeitsgefühl zu einer Gemeinschaft bei. Du entscheidest, was sich für dich richtig anfühlt – ob du mehr Abstand oder Nähe bevorzugst. In unseren angeleiteten Cuddle Puddles stehen Selbsterfahrung und gegenseitiger Respekt im Mittelpunkt, so dass das Wohlbefinden und die Bedürfnisse aller gewahrt bleiben. **Hinweise** Trage bequeme Kleidung. **Sprache:** Je nach Bedürfnissen der Gruppe werden wir Deutsch und/oder Englisch sprechen. **Kosten**: Diese Veranstaltung zählt zu den kostenfreien Veranstaltungen pro Monat für Mitglieder. **Member werden**: Als Mitglied unterstützt du nicht nur unser Projekt, sondern du erhältst gleichzeitig monatlich Zugang zu den kostenfreien Veranstaltungen. Mehr Infos [hier](https://wearevillage.org/mitgliedschaft).

**Acroyoga: Building Connection and Trust** with ***Jens Dube*** for **GBTQ men\*** **[BOOK A TICKET!](https://wearevillage.org/acroyoga/w17-2026)** **Member: 10 €** **Regular: 15 €** Join our acroyoga workshop designed for GBTQ men. This practice combines yoga and acrobatics, offering partner and group exercises to help build trust and support among men. It's an opportunity to challenge yourself, connect with others, and explore new physical experiences. Whether you're seeking healing, connection, or just a new challenge, this workshop provides a supportive space. **General Information** • Wear comfortable clothes. • We’ll speak English and/or German, depending on the needs of the group. • This event is one of two free events included each month in the membership programme. 🔵 **Acroyoga: Verbindung und Vertrauen aufbauen** Mach mit bei unserem Acroyoga-Workshop, der speziell für GBTQ-Männer gestaltet ist. Diese Praxis kombiniert Yoga und Akrobatik und bietet Partner- und Gruppenübungen, um Vertrauen und Unterstützung unter Männern aufzubauen. Es ist eine Gelegenheit, Dich selbst herauszufordern, mit anderen in Kontakt zu treten und neue körperliche Erfahrungen zu machen. Egal, ob Du Heilung, Verbindung oder einfach nur eine neue Herausforderung suchst, dieser Workshop bietet einen unterstützenden Raum. **Hinweise** **•** Trage bequeme Kleidungen **•** Je nach Bedürfnissen der Gruppe werden wir Deutsch und/oder Englisch sprechen. **•** This event is one of two free events included each month in the membership programme.

Worship and prayer

* **NEW IG ACCOUNT: [@neurocrafting.berlin](https://www.instagram.com/neurocrafting.berlin?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ\*:･ﾟ✧** Calling all neurodivergent individuals! Are you tired of starting hobbies that you never seem to finish? Join us for an evening of guilt-free creativity where there is absolutely no pressure to complete anything. This event is designed to be a safe space where you can freely express your creativity without fear of judgment or criticism. We will have a variety of crafting supplies available including paint, yarn, crochet needles, beads, coloring books, origami paper, markers... However, feel free to bring your own supplies or current projects if you'd like to work on something specific. **There is a donation of a minimum of 4-5 euros to cover the materials and space.** In case you wish to pay via paypal: neurocrafting.berlin@gmail.com

Tickets start at 12€: [https://fienta.com/what-is-love-163316](https://fienta.com/what-is-love-163316) Get ready for a night of good vibes, honest stories, awkward confessions, and big laughs. What is Love? is a warm, high-energy English comedy show featuring some of the city’s funniest comedians and surprise guests. Whether you’re single, taken, situationship-ing, or trying to explain your relationship status in German, this show brings out of all the funny stuff that comes with love, dating, and modern life. Come out, grab a drink, bring a friend (or a date), and enjoy a night that feels fun, easy, and very Berlin. Perfect for friends, couples, or anyone who wants to enjoy comedy **📅 Date & Time** Tuesday, 21 April 2026 Seating starts: 19:30 Show starts: 20:00 **🏢 Venue** SaliGari Bar Simplonstraße 23, 10245 Berlin A nice spot perfect for a comedy night. **🎤 Hosted by: Nya Yeanafehn** Nya Yeanafehn is a stand-up comedian, host, and podcaster who began his comedy journey in New York City and is now based in Berlin. He performs all over Europe and is known for his storytelling, expat observations, and the experiences of navigating life across cultures. He also hosts the Third Culture Talk Podcast, recently featured in Germany’s Stern magazine.

Cuban salsa classes every Tuesday. Join us, improve your skills, save lives and make friends! **Classes:** 19:00 - Improvers 2 (New routine starting every month) **Price: (Card payment only)** 1 class - 7€ 10 class pass - 49€ or 42€ reduced* (To use within 11 weeks. Valid for all our classes. It can only be used by one person per class. No refund possible) * Reduced price for students, Schüler, Azubis, H4-Empfänger, and pensioners/retired folks. A valid proof is needed. **Why should you learn Salsa, and why with us?** - It's great fun! - You get to know loads of new people. - No fix starting date - you can start any week. - No dress code - come in whatever you feel comfortable in. Note:No outside shoes in the room: socks or a pair of clean shoes will be required - No partner needed - we change regularly during the classes (bring all your friends though!) - You can help us make a difference! **What is Salsa4Water?** Simple! We teach Salsa and donate all our profits to the NGO Welthungerhilfe, which uses these funds for their local projects in Malawi. Welthungerhilfe fights for equal access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene in nearly 40 countries world wide. This gives you the chance to save lives while dancing!

Die Treffen finden hybrid statt, also online und vor Ort. Den Link für meinen digitalen Raum schicke ich am **Tag des Treffens** per Meetup-Mail an alle Teilnehmerinnen - schaut also bitte in euer Postfach bei Meetup! :-) Wir werden lesen, diskutieren, Erfahrungen austauschen, voneinander lernen und uns mit Themen kritisch auseinander setzen. Mitbringen braucht ihr nur das jeweilige Buch. Euch erwartet ein hoffentlich geselliger, inspirierender und unterhaltsamer Abend. Zum 23.04. lesen wir "Aigainst White Feminism" von Rafia Zakarias. Ich freue mich auf euch!

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of delicious vegan food, warm conversations, and community connection. Bring a dish, meet new people, and help keep the group thriving. **🗓 When & where** Sunday, 26 April 2026 • 11:00–16:00 📍 ProVeg Berlin, Genthiner Str. 48, 10785 Berlin **🥗What to bring** Please bring only a **fully plant-based** dish (homemade or store-bought) to share with the group. ➤ Label your dish clearly with the name and any common allergens (e.g. gluten, nuts, soy). Plates, cutlery, and cups will be provided—but feel free to bring your own if you prefer! **💶 €3 event fee (non-refundable)** This small fee helps cover the venue rent, Meetup app, and small event costs. Any extra funds will be donated to animal rights NGOs. To confirm your RSVP: * Send €3 via PayPal (details in the comments) within 48 hours of RSVPing * Add a note: "Your Name + potluck" * No PayPal? Message me for IBAN details * **If payment isn’t received within 48 hours, your RSVP will be cancelled** We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable. Please respect boundaries; harassment or disrespectful behaviour isn’t welcome and will mean removal from future events.

**Embodied Consent** mit **Kuem** für **LGBTIQA+** Kostenlos mit **[Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/embodied-consent/w17-2026-2/)** **Lernen über Grenzen und Kommunikation** Wenn Sie noch nicht an einem Workshop zum Thema Consent im Village teilgenommen haben, ist es jetzt an der Zeit! Dieser Workshop ist sehr zu empfehlen für alle, die unser Projekt regelmäßig besuchen oder an einem unserer Workshops teilnehmen möchten. Diese Erfahrung wird Ihnen nicht nur helfen, sich in der we.are.village-Community zurechtzufinden, sondern sie wird Sie auch dazu befähigen, diese Werte in Ihr Leben zu übertragen. Sich seiner Grenzen bewusst zu sein und sein Einverständnis oder Nicht-Einverständnis auszudrücken, sind wichtige Fähigkeiten im Leben, aber wir haben nicht oft die Gelegenheit, die Fähigkeit des Einverständnisses auf die gleiche Weise zu üben wie andere Fähigkeiten, wie Singen, Sport treiben oder eine Sprache lernen. Bei Consent geht es um viel mehr als ein einfaches Ja oder Nein. Wenn wir die Zustimmung dekonstruieren, entdecken wir, wie wir unsere wahren Wünsche kommunizieren können, und hören auf, Dinge zu wählen, die wir nicht wollen. Durch Diskussionen, Bewegung und Partnerspiele werden wir Werkzeuge entwickeln, um körperliche Wünsche auszudrücken und zu verhandeln und durch praktische Übungen Grenzen zu setzen. Dieser Workshop ist für Menschen aller Körpergrößen, Geschlechter und Hintergründe offen und einladend. Es handelt sich um einen nicht-sexuellen Workshop bei dem, ohne Druck, Kommunikation und Berührung geübt werden können. Es geht genauso darum, wirklich Ja zu sagen und es auch so zu meinen, wie es darum geht, Nein zu sagen! Wenn Sie noch nicht an einem Workshop zum Thema Consent im Village teilgenommen haben, ist es jetzt an der Zeit! Diese Erfahrung wird Ihnen nicht nur helfen, sich in der we are village Community zurechtzufinden, sondern sie wird Sie auch dazu befähigen, diese Werte in Ihr Leben zu übertragen. Gemeinsam wollen wir eine auf Consent ausgerichtete Gemeinschaft mit gemeinsamen Werten aufbauen und dabei die Verantwortung des Einzelnen für die Einhaltung dieser Grundsätze betonen. Unser oberstes Ziel ist es, gesunde Beziehungen zu fördern und eine integrative Community für eine bessere, vernetzte Zukunft zu schaffen. 🔵 **Embodied Consent** with **Kuem** for **LGBTIQA+** Free **[Registration Required](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/embodied-consent/w17-2026-2/)** **Learning about boundaries and communication**. If you have not yet attended a workshop on Consent in the Village, now is the time! This workshop is highly recommended for anyone wishing to visit our project on a regular basis, or to attend one of our workshops. This experience will not only help you navigate within the we.are.village community, but it will also equip you to carry these values into your life. Being aware of your boundaries and expressing your consent or non-consent are essential skills in life, but we don’t often get a chance to actually practice consent skills in the same way we practice other skills, like singing, playing sports or learning a language. Consent is about much more than a simple yes or no. When we deconstruct consent, we discover how to communicate our true desires and stop choosing the things we actually don’t want. Through discussion, movement and partner games, we will build tools to express and negotiate physical desires and set boundaries through the use of practical exercises. This workshop is inclusive and welcoming to individuals of all body sizes, genders, and background. This is a non-sexual workshop, and great, low pressure situation in which to practice communication and touching. It’s as much about how to truly say yes and mean it as it is about saying no! If you have not yet attended a workshop on Consent in the Village, now is the time! This experience will not only help you navigate within the we are village community, but it will also equip you to carry these values into your life. Together, we aim to nurture a consent-centered community with shared values, emphasizing individual responsibility in upholding these principles. Our ultimate goal is to foster healthy relationships and create an inclusive community for a better, more connected future.

Schwarze Küche: Ein Safer Space für Schwarz afrodiasporische Menschen Willkommen zu unserer ersten Veranstaltung der Reihe „Schwarze Küche: Ein Safer Space für Schwarz afrodiasporische Menschen“! Wir freuen uns sehr, eine Kochveranstaltung exklusiv für afro-Menschen zu veranstalten. Von 17 bis 21 Uhr kommen wir bei gutem Essen, in gemütlicher Runde, mit einer coolen Playlist und leckeren Getränken zusammen. Im Laufe des Abends kann jeder beim Kochen mitmachen, vielleicht ein neues Rezept lernen, aber ganz sicher neue, tolle Menschen kennenlernen. Für Kinder gibt es eine Ecke zum Spielen und Malen. (ab 10 Jahre alt dürfen Kinder nur in Anwesenheit UND mit Zustimmung ihrer Eltern mitkochen.) Wo: Roßbachstraße 6, 10829 Berlin Wann: 22.04.2026 17:00 bis 21:00 Uhr Wer kann teilnehmen? Dieser Raum ist als exklusiver sicherer Raum gedacht für schwarze Menschen, afro-diasporische Menschen (Karibik, Afro-Latinx, Afro-Araber...) und Menschen die Anti-Schwarz-Rassismus erleben. Jedes Geschlecht, jedes Alter, jede Religion... ist willkommen, und Kinder werden gemeinsam betreut. Barrierefreiheit: Bitte beachtet, dass unser Raum nicht rollstuhlgerecht ist und am Eingang zwei Stufen hat. EXKLUSIVER SICHERER RAUM: Dieser Raum ist als exklusiver sicherer Raum gedacht für schwarze Menschen, afro-diasporische Menschen (Karibik, Afro-Latinx, Afro-Araber...) und Menschen die Anti-Schwarz-Rassismus erleben. Jedes Geschlecht, jedes Alter, jede Religion... ist willkommen, und Kinder werden gemeinsam betreut. Black Kitchen: a safer space for black afrodiasporic people Welcome to our first event of the series Black Kitchen: a safer space for black afrodiasporic people! We are very happy to host a cooking event exclusively for afro-people. From 5 to 9 pm we will come together around food, good company, a nice playlist and some delicious drinks. During the evening everyone will get to participate in the cooking, maybe learn new recipe but surely meet new beautiful people. For children there will be a corner to play and draw. ( the children will not be invited to cook without the presence AND the consent of their parent.s). Where : Roßbachstr 6 10829 Berlin When: 22.04.2026 5pm till 9pm Who can join? This space is meant as an exclusive safer space for black people, afro diasporic people ( caraib, afro-latinx, afro arabs...) and people who experience anti-black racism. Every gender, age, religion... is welcome and children will be collectively taken care of. Accessibility: Beware that our space isn't wheelchair accessible and has 2 steps at the entrance. EXCLUSIVE SAFER SPACE: This space is meant as an exclusive safer space for black people, afro diasporic people ( caraib, afro-latinx, afro arabs...) and people who experience anti-black racism. Please consider your position before joining this event.

Join us for a relaxed vegan pizza dinner at **La Stella Nera**. Easy chat and good food with fellow vegans. * **Where:** La Stella Nera, Leykestr. 18, 12053 Berlin * **When:** Wednesday 22 April, 19:00 * **What to do now:** please read the fee note below **before** you RSVP **€1 event fee (non-refundable)** The €1 fee helps cover Meetup and small costs; any extra is donated to animal rights NGOs. Send it via the **PayPal details in the comments** **within 48 hours of RSVPing** (only visible to people marked Going). Transfer note: "Meetup Name + Pizza". No PayPal? Message me for the IBAN. **If no fee received within 48 hours, RSVP will be automatically cancelled.** We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable. Please respect boundaries; harassment or disrespectful behaviour isn’t welcome and will mean removal from future events.

**Out with the old, in with the "new-you"—through reuse instead of consumption.** As the seasons change, so do our interests and needs. Join us for an assembly in the form of a community swap meet, organized by and for neurodivergent folks to promote sustainability and community care. **The idea is simple:** maybe you want to clear out your closets, or maybe you just want to meet us at the park to see if anything interests you. Both are perfectly okay! Whether you come with a bag full of treasures or arrive empty-handed just to hang out and browse, you are welcome here. **Info & Accessibility:** * **Date/Time:** Saturday, 25th of April, 14:00 - 17:00 (**IF IT RAINS; WE WILL RESCHEDULE**) * **LOCATION:** The meetup map is not acurate, go to this google map link and find th neurodivergent sign: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/u9rygDgU8ADDR6Ec6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/u9rygDgU8ADDR6Ec6) * **Access:** accessible for people with reduced mobility. **Bring items you no longer need (If You Want To), such as:** * 📚 Books, comics, and zines * 🧩 Puzzles, board games, and fidget toy * 👕 Clean clothing, hats, and accessories * 🖍️ Art supplies and stationary * 🏠 Housewares or decor * 🧦 Cozy items (blankets, soft socks) **How It Works (It's Simple):** * **Bring a Blanket or small towel:** lay out your items in front of you. * **Food & drinks to share** (optional) * **Open Trust System:** Once your items are on your blanket, they are considered "up for grabs." * **Browse Freely:** Get up, walk around, and explore what others have brought. If you see something you like on someone else's blanket, feel free to take it—even if they aren't there. * **Enjoy:** Find your next favorite thing, or simply enjoy the sunshine and the company. * **What's left?** Anything unclaimed at the end must be taken back home. **The Vibe:** This is a low-pressure event for neurodivergent people. There's no need to hover over your items or worry about making conversation. You are welcome to wander, stim, sit quietly with a book you just found, or take a break on your blanket whenever you need. **Community Disclaimer** This event is a community-led initiative organized by neurodivergent volunteers who dedicate their time, energy, and resources to create a welcoming space. We strive to make our events as accessible as possible—both financially and in terms of neurodivergent needs—but we also have our own limitations. We kindly ask for your understanding and empathy, as we rely on the support and cooperation of all participants to foster a healthy, inclusive environment. **Come swap, find your next special interest, refresh your space, and contribute to a more sustainable community**

**Cuddling as Collective Care – all genders** for **LGBTQIA+** **[Book a Ticket](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/regenerative-touch/w11-2026)** **Member: 15 €** **Regular: 30 €** This Cuddle Puddle offers a safe, consent-based space for people of all genders within the LGBTQIA+ community to experience non-sexual touch, communal connection and rest. Guided exercises support emotional wellbeing, boundaries, and self-awareness. **Cuddle Puddles** are structured, guided spaces where people can experience the benefits of non-sexual touch — such as reduced stress, nervous system regulation, and a deeper sense of belonging. Touch, when consensual and caring, can support emotional resilience and mental health. This **Cuddle Puddle** is open to all genders within the LGBTQIA+ community, creating a space where diverse identities can meet beyond gendered expectations. A non-gender-restricted setting allows for broader empathy, mutual understanding, and connection, while honoring individual boundaries, choice, and safety at all times. **General Information** • This format is for all queer people (LGBTQIA+) interested in experiencing touch in a safe(r) setting. • This is a clothes-on format. • Bring a sheet and towel to cover cushions, mats, or massage tables. • This event will be in English • This event is also available at a reduced member price – but not part of the three-free-monthly-events benefit. • Concession tickets upon written request to **[events@wearevillage.org](mailto:events@wearevillage.org)** **Kuscheln als kollektive Fürsorge – Alle Geschlechter** für **LGBTQIA+** **[Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/regenerative-touch/w11-2026)** **Mitglied: 15 €** **Regulärer Preis: 30 €** Dieser Cuddle Puddle bietet einen sicheren, einvernehmlichen Raum für Menschen aller Geschlechter aus der LGBTQIA+ Community, um nicht-sexuelle Nähe, gemeinschaftliche Verbindung und Entspannung zu erleben. Die angeleitete Erfahrung stärkt emotionales Wohlbefinden, Körperwahrnehmung und klare Grenzen. **Cuddle Puddles** sind angeleitete Räume für bewusste, nicht-sexuelle Berührung, die Stress reduzieren, das Nervensystem regulieren und das Gefühl von Zugehörigkeit stärken können. Konsensuelle Nähe unterstützt emotionale Stabilität und psychische Gesundheit. Diese Cuddle Puddle ist für alle Geschlechter innerhalb der LGBTQIA+ Community geöffnet. Ein nicht-geschlechtergetrennter Raum ermöglicht vielfältige Begegnungen jenseits von Rollenbildern und Erwartungen. So entsteht ein Feld für mehr Empathie, gegenseitiges Verständnis und authentische Verbindung, immer auf Basis von Wahlfreiheit, klaren Grenzen und gegenseitigem Respekt **Was ist Regenerative Berührung?** Regenerative Touch ist ein monatlicher Workshop für Queer People, bei dem wir uns gegenseitig helfen, langsamer zu werden, in unseren Körper zu kommen und in einer unterstützenden und nährenden Umgebung die wohltuende Wirkung von regenerativer Berührung erkunden. Berührung, die im täglichen Leben oft übersehen wird, ist ein grundlegendes menschliches Bedürfnis. In diesen Workshops schaffen wir einen Raum, der ausschließlich ihrer regenerativen und heilenden Kraft gewidmet ist, frei von romantischen oder sexuellen Konnotationen. Berührung kommuniziert direkt und erreicht Orte, die Worte nicht erreichen können. Hast du jemals die beruhigende Wirkung einer warmen Umarmung oder einer tröstenden Hand auf deiner Schulter erlebt? Selbst ein kurzes 15-minütiges Handhalten kann zu einer signifikanten Senkung der Herzfrequenz und des Blutdrucks führen und eine starke Entspannungsreaktion signalisieren. Eine einfache 20-sekündige Umarmung kann zu höheren Oxytocinspiegeln führen, dem Hormon, das mit Bindung und Vertrauen verbunden ist. Jeden Monat wird unser trauma-sensitiver Moderator den Abend um Themen wie Präsenz, Regulierung des Nervensystems und emotionale Sicherheit gestalten und sich auf praktisches Erleben anstatt auf zu viele Worte oder Techniken konzentrieren. Es sind keine Vorkenntnisse in Körperarbeit erforderlich – bring einfach deine Neugier mit. **Vorteile** – Erfahre eine Verringerung von Angstzuständen und Depressionen sowie eine erhöhte emotionale Widerstandsfähigkeit durch beruhigende, achtsame Berührung. – Kultiviere wertschätzende Anwesenheit und tiefere Verbindungen zu dir selbst und anderen. – Unterstütze die Heilung von Traumata und setze in einer sicheren, nährenden Umgebung Emotionen frei. – Verbessere deine Stimmung und deine Immunfunktion, indem du Stress reduzierst und Endorphine freisetzt. – Fördere ein Gefühl von Gemeinschaft und Zugehörigkeit durch gemeinsame, nonverbale Erfahrungen. – Ermutige tieferes Mitgefühl und Akzeptanz durch sanften, unterstützenden Kontakt.

**Let’s catch up and take an afternoon break.** **Grab a coffee or snack and let’s chit chat! Gayle and I will bring adult coloring books and/or a simple craft if you’d like to unwind and relax.😊**

Join us for a night of board gaming with FANG (Fem All Night Gaming). **We are an all fem board game group** in Columbus, Ohio. No cis-men, please! We play modern hobby board games! If you're unsure what that is, we can teach you! We'll be meeting at Round Table Games in Dublin! They have snacks and drink. They allow outside food if you want more than a snack. We will be playing in the store on the right when you walk in!

Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above. There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change. The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/). Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers. For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s? This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation? We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services) Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/55umjqta)

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

Join us for one of our favorite hikes this Tuesday (4/21/26) at 6:30 pm as we hike the Hoover Dam Scenic Trail, starting at the west end of the dam. This hike includes some paved paths/roads along with some dirt trails, with a few beautiful views of the reservoir. Join us for this 2 mile hike, finding us in the parking lot at the corner of Sunbury and Smoke Burr.