American History

Neoliberalism took shape in the shadow of Keynesian dominance in the mid-20th century. While governments across the Western world embraced active economic management and expanded welfare states, a small group of economists and philosophers kept a different vision alive. Friedrich Hayek, Milton Friedman, and the Mont Pelerin Society argued that central planning - even democratic planning - could threaten human freedom by concentrating power and swapping individual choice for bureaucratic judgment. Their critique was both economic and moral: markets weren’t just efficient; they were closely tied to liberty. Friedman pushed back on the Keynesian story, arguing that government failures, not market failures, were often behind economic crises. For decades, these remained minority views - debated more in seminars than in parliament. But in the 1970s, neoliberalism moved from the margins to center stage. Stagflation - high inflation combined with high unemployment - seemed impossible under Keynesian theory, yet there it was, and it made neoliberal ideas suddenly feel relevant (and even exciting) to politicians. Margaret Thatcher and Ronald Reagan didn’t just adopt new policies - they championed a new philosophy. Thatcher’s famous line that “there is no such thing as society, only individual men and women” captured the mood shift. Both pursued privatization, deregulation, union-busting, and tax cuts for the wealthy. The state’s role changed from economic manager to referee of market rules. Within a decade, neoliberal policies became the new norm - and they’ve helped reshape how societies think about everything from welfare systems to work. This session will be led by Luca. Bring wine/beer/drinks/food/snacks/whatever if you want to. **Our events fill up very quickly. To avoid missing out on future events, join the WhatsApp group via this link:** [https://tally.so/r/w4G5L5](https://tally.so/r/w4G5L5) Press the buzzer marked Semi sotano 2 (bottom left on the panel) to be let in. It's down the stairs, first door on the right. Image: Thatcher, Thatcher, milk snatcher - twirling with Ronnie Raygun, tax-cut dispatcher. (Thatcher stopped milk being given for free to children at school...)

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

**Explora la Barcelona más antigua y descubre sus secretos mejor guardados.** Acompáñanos en un recorrido fascinante por el casco antiguo de la ciudad condal, donde la historia cobra vida en cada rincón. Durante aproximadamente 1 hora y 45 minutos, caminaremos por calles que han sido testigo de siglos de acontecimientos, desde la época medieval hasta nuestros días. Visitaremos algunos de los lugares más emblemáticos como **la Catedral de Barcelona, la Generalitat de Catalunya, la Catedral del Mar, el Born**, y finalizaremos nuestro viaje en el majestuoso **Arc de Triomf**. Este tour está pensado para los amantes de la historia y para los curiosos de corazón❤️​: **te compartiremos datos sorprendentes y anécdotas que te harán ver Barcelona con nuevos ojos.** 🗣 **Idioma:** Español/Català 🙋‍♀️​ **Guía:** Mia Soria 🕰 **Duración:** 1h 45min aprox. 💶 **Precio:** 10 € por persona 💳 **Pago al comienzo del tour en efectivo o vía Bizum** 📍 **Punto de encuentro:** Catedral de Barcelona 📍 **Punto final:** Arc de Triomf *Al finalizar el recorrido, te invitamos a quedarte a tomar algo si te apetece. Será un momento ideal para resolver dudas, compartir conocimientos históricos y disfrutar de un intercambio cultural en un ambiente relajado.* 🍻​ ¿Te animas a redescubrir Barcelona con nosotros?

**Aquesta activitat té un aforament limitat i les places s'assignen a través del sistema d'inscripció de Meetup. Les places obtingudes es reservaran fins al dia de la trobada al moment en què el grup hagi seleccionat el tema de debat. Si arribeu més tard d'aquell moment, la vostra plaça podrà ser cedida a una altra persona.** Hola i benvinguts al nostre proper Meetup de filosofia de Sòcrates Cafè! Vols una comprensió més profunda de tu mateix i del món? Valores el diàleg profund, honest i respectuós? Si és així, aquesta trobada serà molt interessant per a tu. Es tracta d'una reunió bilingüe; on podrem intervenir tant en català com en espanyol. **ON ENS TROBEM?** Centre cívic drassanes Nou de la rambla, 43 https://maps.app.goo.gl/hMzFvMG8x864Tsyf6 **QUAN ENS TROBEM?** Els divendres de 19:15 a 20:45. Si us plau, arribeu a temps. Començarem puntualment. **QUANTES PERSONES ENS REUNIM?** Es proposen sessions amb aforaments diversos, de manera que el nombre d'assistents pot variar cada setmana. **QUÈ PASSA A LES REUNIONS?** A cada reunió tenim una discussió utilitzant el mètode socràtic: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_method](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_method). Fem, responem i discutim preguntes i idees per estimular el pensament crític i ampliar les nostres perspectives amb alguns conceptes i pensaments en els quals mai hem pensat. L'objectiu principal d'aquestes trobades és enriquir-nos amb les perspectives dels altres, i no convèncer els altres sobre les nostres perspectives. Les reunions són sobre les nostres pròpies filosofies de la vida i no necessàriament el que els grans filòsofs i acadèmics han dit o escrit. No és un club de debat ni una plataforma per fer proselitisme. En canvi, posem èmfasi en qüestionar, tenir una mentalitat oberta i desafiar les nostres pròpies suposicions mentre escoltem i respectem les opinions compartides per altres persones. Una reunió de Sòcrates Cafè es considera un èxit quan els participants surten de la discussió amb moltes més preguntes de les que tenien al principi. **QUINS TEMES ES DISCUTEIXEN A LES REUNIONS?** Els participants suggereixen temes al principi de cada reunió. Després votem i triem el tema més popular per discutir-lo. No és necessària una formació acadèmica en filosofia; només es requereix entusiasme per intercanviar idees i punts de vista. Alguns exemples de temes escollits a reunions anteriors: \- Per quins ideals val la pena morir? \- Per què mai estem satisfets? \- Per què els éssers humans estem informats que la societat va malament i els líders també estan ben informats\, i no obstant això les coses continuen igual? \- És necessària la identitat? \- Quin és el preu ètic i l'avarícia? \- Què és la postveritat? \- Com és possible que les persones a les societats democràtiques estiguin tan obsessionades pel poder? \(Desig de ser diferent\, millor\, més fort que els altres\)\. \- Què és l'amistat? **QUI POT PARTICIPAR EN AQUEST MEETUP?** Qualsevol persona és més que benvinguda a unir-se a les nostres trobades. Aquests events reuneixen persones de diferents orígens i cultures, tot i que no és obligatori tenir formació filosòfica. Els nostres participants habituals són persones que tenen desig d'una comprensió més profunda de si mateixos i del món. Persones que valoren el diàleg profund, honest i respectuós.

¡Disfruta de los grandes éxitos de los años 80! En este cabaret lleno de música, comedia y extravagancia, nuestras estrellas harán un repaso de los grandes hitos de la música y el cine de los años 80. ¡Prepárate para cantar, bailar y disfrutar con nosotras! Producida por: Clandestino Plan Duración: 80 minutos. Elenco: Hannah The Hatchet, Joan Oh y La Fanta Sih Las puertas se abrirán a las 20:15 hs La barra estará abierta durante todo el evento. Las opciones para la consumición incluída en la entrada serán : cerveza, vino, cava, vermut o refresco. La entrada comprada en puerta el día del evento , costará 18€ pero no incluirá consumición Las entradas compradas con código de descuento NO incluyen bebidas [¡Entradas aqui!](https://entradium.com/events/la-noche-tematica-1ra-edicion-anos-80)

Our first reading will be The Hour of the Star (1977), a short novel by Brazilian writer Clarice Lispector. With just 96 pages, it is an intense and powerful book by one of Brazil’s most beloved authors. The novel follows Macabéa, a young woman living on the margins of society in Rio de Janeiro. Through an unusual and sometimes meta narrative voice, Lispector reflects on language, authorship, poverty, invisibility, and what it means to tell someone else’s story. The discussion will be held in English, but you’re welcome to read the book in any language. We’ll meet at Backstory Bookshop (downstairs), and after the discussion we’ll continue the evening with a casual get-together over coffee or drinks nearby, for anyone who feels like staying. **[Please RSVP for the meeting here](https://www.backstorybookshop.com/event-details-registration/reading-women-book-club)!** New readers are welcome!

"Anything Else? Open Mic" is Barcelona's Music, Spoken Word Poetry and Storytelling Open Mic night, hosted in English once a month on select Fridays at 7pm at The Clubhouse in El Born; Via Laietana 6. Entrance to see the show is 5 Euros if you reserve your tickets in advance through this link on The Comedy Clubhouse BCN website: https://thecomedyclubhouse.es/events/anything-else-music-poetry-tuesday/ €7 if you pay on the door. Please get in touch via Instagram @anythingelse_openmic and DM to sign up to perform in advance of the night! We are an open and welcoming community and the show is open to performers of all types and at all levels! We very much welcome first time performers, just as much as we welcome professional and upcoming artists who wish to promote their material to a fun and welcoming crowd. So we would love to hear from you, no matter what kind of experience you have in performing! The show is hosted in English, but performances in all languages are very much welcome. This is a great place to make new friends and make connections in the international and expat community of Barcelona. It is a safe space for all! Look forward to meeting you at the show! Love Kelly (Host and Organiser) x

**Explora la Barcelona más antigua y descubre sus secretos mejor guardados.** Acompáñanos en un recorrido fascinante por el casco antiguo de la ciudad condal, donde la historia cobra vida en cada rincón. Durante aproximadamente 1 hora y 45 minutos, caminaremos por calles que han sido testigo de siglos de acontecimientos, desde la época medieval hasta nuestros días. Visitaremos algunos de los lugares más emblemáticos como **la Catedral de Barcelona, la Generalitat de Catalunya, la Catedral del Mar, el Born**, y finalizaremos nuestro viaje en el majestuoso **Arc de Triomf**. Este tour está pensado para los amantes de la historia y para los curiosos de corazón❤️​: **te compartiremos datos sorprendentes y anécdotas que te harán ver Barcelona con nuevos ojos.** 🗣 **Idioma:** Español/Català 🙋‍♀️​ **Guía:** Mia Soria 🕰 **Duración:** 1h 45min aprox. 💶 **Precio:** 10 € por persona 💳 **Pago al comienzo del tour en efectivo o vía Bizum** 📍 **Punto de encuentro:** Catedral de Barcelona 📍 **Punto final:** Arc de Triomf *Al finalizar el recorrido, te invitamos a quedarte a tomar algo si te apetece. Será un momento ideal para resolver dudas, compartir conocimientos históricos y disfrutar de un intercambio cultural en un ambiente relajado.* 🍻​ ¿Te animas a redescubrir Barcelona con nosotros?

**¿Te gustaría descubrir los secretos e historia de Badalona?** Acompáñanos en un tour único donde viajarás al pasado de esta ciudad del área metropolitana de Barcelona. Desde la **antigua Baetulo romana** hasta la **Badalona actual**, recorreremos sus calles mientras desvelamos curiosidades, personajes y lugares emblemáticos que han marcado su evolución. Visitaremos puntos destacados como el **Pavelló Olímpic de Badalona**, la histórica **Fábrica del Anís del Mono**, el encantador **Carrer del Mar** y finalizaremos en la céntrica **Plaça Pompeu Fabra**. 🕒 **Duración:** aproximadamente 2 horas 📍 **Punto de encuentro:** entrada del Pavelló Olímpic de Badalona 🗣️ **Idioma:** catalán o español (según los asistentes) 👩‍🏫 **Guía:** Mia Soria, historiadora y divulgadora cultural 💰 **Precio:** 10 € por persona 💳 Pago al comienzo del tour en efectivo o vía Bizum *Al finalizar el recorrido, te invitamos a quedarte a tomar algo si te apetece. Será un momento ideal para resolver dudas, compartir conocimientos históricos y disfrutar de un intercambio cultural en un ambiente relajado.* 🍻​ ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad de redescubrir Badalona de una forma diferente y cercana!

**NOTA :** La ruta que teniamos en el punto de mira de Tamariu a Aiguablava, se pospone para más adelante. En estas semanas se quiere aprovechar las lluvias de éstos meses, para realizar excursiones con zonas de agua. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \***Os paso los detalles de la excursión que organizará el próximo Sábado 28-3-26, por la zona de Riells del Fai** **\*IMPORTANTE:** Hay algunos tramos que requieren cierta técnica y tener habilidad de paso. Hay que subir un muro de 1,5m dónde hay insertadas unas clavijas. También algunos pasos sobre roca de fuerte pendiente, que puede que estén húmedos. -Oblogatorio: Calzado trekking / Opcional: Bastones. **\*La ruta**: Como punto de encuentro compartido para todos, será en un [parquing de Riells del Fai](https://maps.app.goo.gl/A5eX4ajeT3L5HPTWA). En principio es un parquing de pago (3€ por vehículo y dia). Éstos dias la máquina expendedora no funciona y no se paga, hay acceso libre, sin control de ningún tipo. Haremos un a ruta circular muy bonita con paisajes contrastados. Comenzaremos por el valle del Rio Tenes, dónde el rio y varias pozas muy bellas, estarán presente hasta la mitad de la excursión. Disfrutaremos de su compañía, realizando actividades varias. En el punto mas alejado, visitaremos las inmediaciones de Sant Miquel del Fai, un lugar muy pintoresco, y en éstas fechas con 2 cascadas impresionantes. El regreso lo haremos por un sendero que transita por lo alto de los acantilados, acompañados de Romero florido en todo el camino. Con muchos tramos de vistas panorámicas, con el sol de la tarde a nuestro Oeste como aliado. Una vez en el parquing, compartiremos el cierre, con el espacio de nutrición "casera", donativos y pago a los conductores. -Durante la ruta tendremos espacios para el círculo de palabra compartido, compartiremos lecturas y temas de conciencia y espiritualidad, habrá música celta en directo, y momentos de silencio y meditación. Todo a un ritmo lento y sentido, orgánico, con la mejor intención de crear un ambiente sano, respetuoso, consciente y nutritivo para el alma, que ayude poco a poco a estar más atentos y presentes, conectando con lo que realmente somos, mientras vamos puliendo la identificación con nuestro personaje. **\*\*OBLIGATORIO CALZADO DE MONTAÑA\*\*** ***\*Inscripciones:*** Contactando directamente conmigo via wasap o llamada, \*a modo de \*\*RESERVA, como decreto desde la palabra consciente y responsable. \*\*\*Y posteriormente reservar desde Meetup. --José Graciasunivers: ***667 42 12 03.--*** *NOTA:* Las personas que se inscriban y no contacten conmigo (ni pueda contactar con ellos por tlf), no tendrán la consideración de haber Reservado la plaza, y los pasará a NO asistentes. *PLAZAS DISPONIBLES: 22 personas máximo.* ***\*Coste - Donativo Consciente y anónimo*** (Aconsejado 22€) - Todos los Donativos aportados de manera libre y anónima al final de la salida (a través de la hucha de la Asociación) se destinan al proyecto de Graciasunivers: Actualmente para las obras y acabados de la *Sala Polivalente,* con fines para la Difusión del Conocimiento y la Celebración de la Vida. \*\*Pasajeros en vehículo compartido: 6€ desde Bcn *HORARIOS / PLANNIG:* \*08:45 am - Salida desde Fabra y Puig (Sant Andreu Arenal) - para personas que no dispongan de vehículo. Gestionaré conductores/pasajeros todo por wasap. \*09:30 am -[ ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/28RnDU7xYxEnyJ2L7)[Punto de encuentro parquing de Riells](https://maps.app.goo.gl/A5eX4ajeT3L5HPTWA)\- Reunión y comienzo de la ruta\. Pararemos a los 20' para Desayunar al lado del Rio\. \*19 - 19:30pm - Fin de la ruta - Cierre - Donativos - Pastel Casero para compartir y despedidas! **Datos técnicos de la salida:** *\*Distancia:* 10,5 km aprox - Desnivel: 450 metros acumulados. / Ruta circular. *\*Dificultad técnica*: Media-Media/Alta // *Dificultad aeróbica:* Media \*Apuntarse a esta salida significa haber leído y aceptar las [NORMAS DEL GRUPO. ](https://graciasunivers.wordpress.com/normas-miembros-y-salidas-en-grupo/) **¿QUE LLEVAR:** Comida (tapper o bocadillo) y agua para pasar todo el día. Mínimo 1,5 litros. \*Protector solar, crema labial, gorro, gafas de sol. \****OBLIGATORIO:*** Calzado especializado tipo trekking (aconsejable botas de montañas) / Aconsejable - Bastones de Trekking \*Ropa adecuada y cómoda para hacer los ejercicios de movimiento. \*Esterilla de hatha/yoga (no hace falta que sea muy gruesa) - es para sentare y estar mas cómodo en el suelo, y quizá para algunas asanas. ***Información adicional:*** \*En el Donativo no está incluido ningún seguro de accidentes ni de responsabilidad civil. Con lo que la persona que asiste al evento, acepta a modo de contrato el presente escrito: -*"Que vengo al evento de manera libre, consciente y voluntaria. Que soy conocedor de la premisa relativa a la aportación, y que me hago cargo y soy totalmente responsable de mi mismo, eximiendo a la Asociación Graciasunivers y a cualquier persona que esté colaboradora, de cualquier reclamación posterior sobre responsabilidad civil o accidentes."* ***\*\*Para más información y reservas, llamar a los tlfs.:*** -***667 42 12 03*** – José Villanueva [](https://graciasunivers.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/img_20231011_183440.jpg) ***“Sólo es útil, el conocimiento que nos hace SER mejores personas” – Socratés***

Join us for an immersive sensory experience (blindfolded) as we delve into the transformative power of touch through art therapy. This workshop is designed for those seeking self-exploration and emotional healing, using the medium of clay to connect with our inner selves and just be with YOU. Through guided journey, we will explore the mind-body connection and tap into our creativity in a safe and nurturing environment. This event offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of the self and embark on a sensual journey. Come discover the therapeutic benefits of touching clay and unleash your creative potential in a supportive community of like-minded individuals.

Science fiction adventure directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, based on a novel by Andy Weir. The film follows the story of Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling), a man who awakens on an interstellar spacecraft with no memory of how he came to be there. You are to [buy](https://www.cinesrenoir.com/pelicula/proyecto-salvacion/) your own ticket for the screening at 16:00. We plan to gather after the show for a drink and some tapas to discuss the film

Hi and welcome to our next Socrates Café philosophy meetup! Do you have a hunger for a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you? Do you value deep, honest and respectful dialogue? If yes, then you will enjoy this event. We ask, answer and discuss questions and ideas to stimulate critical thinking and to widen our perspectives with new concepts and thoughts. The main purpose of these meetups is to enrich ourselves with the perspectives of others, not to convince others about our own perspectives. Our meetups are about our own philosophies of life and not necessarily what the great philosophers and academics have said or written. It is not a debating club or a platform for proselytizing. Instead, we place the emphasis on questioning, open mindedness and challenging our own assumptions while listening to and respecting the views shared by others. A Socrates Café meetup is considered a success when participants leave a discussion with many more questions than they had at the beginning. WHAT TOPICS ARE DISCUSSED AT THE MEETUP? Participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote and choose that event's most popular topic for discussion. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. Some examples of subjects chosen on previous meetups: * What ideals are worth dying for? * Why are we never satisfied? * Why is it that human beings know that the society is going wrong, leaders are well informed about it and things continue as is? * Is identity necessary? * How can it be that people in democratic societies are so obsessed with power? (Desire to be different, better, stronger than others) * What is friendship? EVERYONE AND ANYONE IS WELCOME The inspiration for Socrates Cafe originates with the book of the same name, written by the philosopher Christopher Phillips. (Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, 2002). Phillips felt that the Socratic method of dialogue and discussion should be practiced not just in academic settings, but among everyday people interested in examining deep questions together. Hundreds of Socrates Cafe groups now exist around the world. To learn more, visit https://socratescafe.com.

On Saturday, March 28, Americans in Barcelona — together with concerned locals and citizens from around the world — will once again join millions across the U.S. and around the world in a coordinated day of action to say loud and clear: ### **No Tyrants. The power belongs to the people.** The U.S. Administration continues to escalate its attacks on democratic norms: undermining civil rights and social protections, manipulating voting rules for political gain, threatening free speech, targeting vulnerable communities, and concentrating power at the top. This isn’t just politics. It’s democracy versus dictatorship — **and together, we choose democracy.** ### 📣 Join us in Plaça Sant Jaume at noon for a peaceful, powerful protest featuring: * Inspiring speakers, headlined by **[Reed Brody](https://www.hrw.org/about/people/reed-brody)** — international human rights lawyer and former New York State Assistant Attorney General * Music * Information on how to take action from abroad — including volunteers on hand to help Americans register to vote 🌍 **All nationalities welcome** - bring your friends, family, classmates, and colleagues. ☀️ **Rain or shine - we’ll be there.** Bring your SPF, a hat, or an umbrella just in case. 🪧 **Bring a sign** that expresses your voice - we will also have some extras to share. **⚠️ PLEASE NOTE ⚠️** **As SPAIN is a monarchy and *does* have a king, Democrats Abroad Barcelona will *NOT* be using the "No Kings" language, and we kindly ask that you please *NOT* bring signs with that phrase.** ### **🔊 Turn Up the Volume on Democracy** At our last protests, with 200+ attendees, our ***sound system*** wasn’t strong enough for everyone to hear. **We're raising funds for a better system** so every voice carries across the plaza. Donations will also help us provide **reflective vests** for our safety marshals, print **handouts**, and support ongoing **Get Out the Vote (GOTV)** efforts like **phonebanking** and **voter registration**. We’re all volunteers in DA, but our tools and materials aren't free. **Please consider donating today** to power our protest and organizing work. | [Donate Today](https://www.democratsabroad.org/es_donate) | | ------------ | | *** ### 🙌 Want to volunteer? Great — we need your help! * **Marshals (Safety Team)** ([Role description here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FgW0HaiAnkYhIYHZkfuSR_uanQfx0MqsOH-4uRgi1es/edit?usp=sharing)): help with crowd coordination, safety, and de-escalation (need \~20) * **Greeters** ([Role description here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UgRy83FGsAwRhfA_-9-9juGO5AP6dqoiukg01pKO8_Q/edit?usp=sharing)): outgoing, friendly volunteers needed to welcome attendees, hand out chants, promote DA, and share QR codes * **Outreach & Promotion:** social media, posters, flyers, emails * **Tech Lead:** sound system setup & backup * **Day-of Support:** transport materials to and from the plaza; hold the DA Barcelona banner; set up and take down the info table and stage area * **Photographers & Videographers:** document the protest #### **Can You Help With This?** * We’re looking for a small raised platform or sturdy step so speakers and performers can be seen by the crowd. Please let us know if you have one we can borrow. **Have another idea** — or not sure how you can help but know you want to? Let us know. **Email:** info-es-barcelona@democratsabroad.org *** ### 👕 Get your DA Barcelona or Vote From Abroad T-shirt Wear it to the protest and around the city. Proceeds support voter outreach, protest promotion, and other DA activities. [Shop here](https://democratsabroadmerchandise.com/collections/all) *** ### ✅ Help promote the event: **SOCIAL MEDIA** **HASHTAGS:** #NoTyrants #NoTyrantsBarcelona #DemocratsAbroad #DemocratsAbroadBarcelona #DemocratsAbroadSpain **IG** @demsabroadspain @demsabroad **Bluesky** @demsabroad.bsky.social **FB** @Democrats Abroad Spain **PRINT POSTERS & FLYERS:** Available soon — check back later. *** **✊ Let’s rise up together and show what democracy really looks like.** #### CONTACT DA Barcelona [Info-ES-Barcelona@democratsabroad.org](mailto:Info-ES-Barcelona@democratsabroad.org)

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

So this month's prompt is more general. I think we can all agree that we are living in "unique" times that require coping skills. I think that one role and/or purpose of philosophy is to help us deal with our daily lives and our "unique" times. So, let's share our feelings and thoughts about which philosopher/philosophy we turn to in order to deal with our crazy events. Who/what helps you stay focused in your daily life and helps you sleep at night. I find that Stoicism with a little philosophical pessimism mixed in goes a long way in helping me deal with what I see as very destructive, fearful and mean spirited public policies at both the state and federal levels. Hope to see you on March 28th!

We thought of one of the interesting things that can be enjoyed at this time of the year. We will be meeting at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church for a "Fish Fry" in Marian Hall on Friday, March 27th at 5:00 PM. It might be fun for you to experience what has become a tradition on the Fridays before Easter. They will have fried fish or baked fish, French fries and Cole slaw, as well as beverages, all for $16.00 for adults. They will have other beverages and desserts available for sale, as well. We have never tried this, and sometimes there are quite a few people at these events so we hope that we will be able to find each other easily. I'll try to have signs outside Marian Hall that Identify our group. We hope to have you join us!

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!

The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. We will be hearing from Becca Powell, Director of Advocacy and Outreach at Unchained At Last, an organization whose mission is dedication to ending forced and child marriage in the United States through direct services and systems change. Unchained At Last's mission clearly meshes and addresses several of our Humanist Ten Commitments. Becca will educate us about an issue many of us may not be familiar with--but should be. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."