Name: Diaspora Conversations: Exploring the Diaspora’s Role in Development Back Home
Start: 2025-08-07T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Restaurant La Popessa

**La Popessa x Blitz Bishops present:**
**♟️ *Play Chess, Make Mates* ♟️**
**Every Thursday \| 6–10 PM @ La Popessa**
Just a 30-second stroll from Place d'Armes metro
**✨ Weekly FQE-Rated Blitz Tournaments @ 7:30 PM**
💸 $15 buy-in — Register by 7:00 PM at [blitzbishops.com](https://blitzbishops.com/)
Not into rated tournaments? No problem —
**Our regular chess meetups are still FREE!**
Come drop in, play a few games, and trade smiles over chess moves. Whether you just learned or have been playing for 2 million years — *everyone’s welcome*.
🍝 Warm vibes, hearty food, and drinks on site
☀️ Indoor and patio seating available
🕰️ Boards and clocks provided
It’s your new Thursday happy hour — but smarter.
**Play chess, make mates.** Come play, connect, and chill.
*Chess is bliss.*
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**La Popessa x Blitz Bishops présentent :**
**♟️ *Joue aux échecs, fais-toi des potes* ♟️**
**Tous les jeudis \| 18h à 22h @ La Popessa**
À seulement 30 secondes à pied du métro Place-d’Armes
**✨ Tournois blitz cotés FQE chaque semaine à 19h30**
💸 Frais d’inscription : 15 $ — Inscris-toi avant 19h sur [blitzbishops.com](https://blitzbishops.com/)
Pas envie de compétition ? Aucun souci —
**Nos soirées d’échecs régulières sont toujours GRATUITES !**
Passe nous voir pour une partie détendue et quelques sourires échangés. Que tu sois grand maître ou que tu viennes tout juste d’apprendre à jouer — *tout le monde est le bienvenu*.
🍝 Ambiance chaleureuse, plats réconfortants et boissons sur place
☀️ Places disponibles à l’intérieur et sur la terrasse
🕰️ Échiquiers et pendules fournis
C’est ton nouveau 5 à 7… version stratégique.
**Joue aux échecs, fais-toi des amis.** Viens jouer, connecter et relaxer.
*Chess is bliss.*

Montreal Entrepreneurs & Business owner & around the World

Naba Ahsan

Abrar

Mahdi Etminan

Play Chess, Make Mates: Weekly Casual Chess + FQE Tournaments

Restaurant La Popessa

Join us for the first edition of ***Diaspora Conversations***, a warm and intentional space for members of the diaspora to connect and reflect on their role in creating impact back home around some delicious pasta!
This event is for anyone who is:
-Actively building or contributing to their country of origin
-Exploring what “giving back” could look like
-Curious about how others are navigating their dual identities and responsibilities

**🎤 Topic: Exploring the Diaspora’s Relationship with Development Back Home**
Together, we’ll share stories, insights, and questions around what it means to make a difference—from entrepreneurship and education to art, culture, and beyond.
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Why join us?
-Hear from inspiring speakers who are making an impact
-Meet others who share your questions, values, and hopes
-Discover ways to engage with your heritage meaningfully
-Support a meaningful cause while connecting with community

📍 Location: La Popessa, 115 Saint Antoine W
📅 Date & Time: August 7, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🗣️ Panel starts at 7:00 PM \| Networking before and after
🎟️ PWYW (Pay What You Want) if you RSVP online **OR**
💵 $30 at the door

💛 All proceeds go toward the Education For All fundraiser by Project Mitahy, to help send 140 kids in Fort-Dauphin, Madagascar to school this year.

RSVP link:
[https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/diaspora-conversations-what-role-do-we-play-tickets-1511267304189](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/diaspora-conversations-what-role-do-we-play-tickets-1511267304189)
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Come for the conversation. Stay for the community.
Spaces are limited — RSVP now!

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