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SPECIAL EVENT!! Hot Topics: Marriage, Life After Divorce, Relationship Problems, Black Fitness, Northern Hospitality vs. Southern Hospitality, Financial Woes, Date On Your Level, Amerikkka As We See It, Bad Azz Kids, Sexual Issues, Natural Women vs. Fake Up, I'm Better Than You, Entanglements, etc.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS A LIVE EVENT YOU CAN ATTEND FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME: You are invited to a Zoom meeting. Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrd-yrrzwuGNcggWklR8e6_jNqv2uFhOtV After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. On Saturday, Sherman Ragland, the Dean of the Realinvestors Academy of Greater Washington DC will share Insider's secrets on what is really happening in the DC Region and why many investors (especially new investors) are headed for trouble. According to Ragland, "Despite COVID-19, THIS will be a great year for people who know what they are doing, but unfortunately, between the out of town guru's and the people hustling "get rich quick scams", new investors are going to make some serious mistakes in 2018, simply because what worked last year, probably won't work (as well, or at all) in 2018. The best way to keep from making really terrible mistakes and to stay on the right side of building wealth, it's important to have accurate data. On Saturday, I'll share the relevant data on what's happening in the marketplace to make sure you stay on track and be one of the Insider's who's doing it right". During this 90 minute presentation, you will learn: • The Hottest Neighborhoods going into 2018, where the Surefire profits are waiting; • Which real estate investing strategies are working, and which are problematic; • Why the out of town guru's still can't get it right when it comes to Maryland Investor laws; • Why Prices (Actually) fell in these DC (and Baltimore) neighborhoods, and why investors got hurt; • Why this one thing is all you need to put in your agreements to make sure you stay in control; • Where the money is (right now) to fund your deals; • Why this new concept is going to change the face of DC area investing, today and in the future! ... and much, much more! To get a front row seat when Dean, Sherman Ragland shares this insider's information and "How to Profit From it" please go now to: Click here for FREE Tickets to this Event -> http://www.StateoftheRealEstateInvestorsUnion.com There is no cost to attend, but pre-registration is required. Seating is limited, take action now.

We are not alone! Come listen, learn, and share at this weekly ***WOMEN ONLY*** presentation by Women's Declaration International (formerly Women's Human Rights Campaign). Join this sorority of radical feminists from around the world as they inform us about the challenges and struggles in their own countries. Chat with other attendees and put questions to the panelists. Following the presentation, you are invited to join breakout rooms (women only please) with the panelists. These weekly online webinars present a new panel each week from around the world, often reporting on a central theme. They are attended by a global feminist and activist community of between 250-350. The main focus is how gender ideology is harming the rights of women and girls. The speaker list and any particular theme is usually announced mid-week before the webinar. Information will be added here as it becomes available. Invitation to Feminist Question Time LIVE: ZOOM REGISTRATION: [https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Mq9EMIAbTkyNz5gAx4l2DQ](https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Mq9EMIAbTkyNz5gAx4l2DQ) After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. You can see recordings of previous panels on the WHRC YouTube Channel: [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWECmp5Tk3epYSkjs0qAKKQ](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWECmp5Tk3epYSkjs0qAKKQ) *** Declaration on Women's Sex-Based Rights [https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/](https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/) The Declaration re-affirms women and girls' sex-based rights, and challenges the discrimination experienced from the replacement of the category of sex with that of ‘gender identity'. Declaration on Women's Sex-Based Rights: Summary [https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/declaration-womens-sex-based-rights-summary/](https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/declaration-womens-sex-based-rights-summary/) *** The legal adoption of "gender identity" politics is fraught with unintended consequences. A clear example has unfolded in New York where a self-described "trans-woman lesbian" (a hetero man in a dress) has used gender-neutral language amendments to supplant women in elected offices that had been specifically reserved for females. The arrangement of "1 man + 1 woman" had been put in place to ensure women's fair representation in an arena from which they have been historically underrepresented or excluded: [https://thevelvetchronicle.com/exclusive-decaudin-preps-for-election-recount-after-unofficially-taking-2-female-seats-new-details-uncovered/](https://thevelvetchronicle.com/exclusive-decaudin-preps-for-election-recount-after-unofficially-taking-2-female-seats-new-details-uncovered/) Women's Liberation Front: "New York Democrats have decided to insult women by pretending in public that state committee member Emilia Decaudin is literally female..." [https://www.womensliberationfront.org/news/6talyh8q4v98g4eksjv56l8530bthb](https://www.womensliberationfront.org/news/6talyh8q4v98g4eksjv56l8530bthb) **WOMAN: noun; adult human female**

Junta con nosotros semanales para hablar sobre la palabra de Dios y discutir que dice la biblia y como aplica a nuestra vida!

All are welcome to join a discussion of the following books on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 4:30 pm in our Zoom Chat Room. Come ready to dive into topics brought forward by the book on how together we can progress. How to Join Meeting: Video Call Link: https://zoom.us/j/92673372535?pwd=VTEycFpxRnN4Zi9qOVB1MVVjN05ndz09 Dial-in: One tap mobile +16699006833,,92673372535#,,1#,354785# US (San Jose) +13462487799,,92673372535#,,1#,354785# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 926 7337 2535 Password: 354785 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/abt0BM Book List: January 9: The Woman Warrior by Maxine Hong Kingston February 13: Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell March 13: If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin April 10: Lizard In A Zoot Suit by Marco Finnegan AND Zoot Suit and Other Plays by Luis Valdez May 8 Capitalism: A Ghost Story by Arundhati Roy June 12 Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia July 10 Born a Crime by Trevor Noah August 14 Karukku by Bama Faustina September 11 Caste by Isabel Wilkerson October 9 The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui November 13 Braiding Sweetgrass By Robin Wall Kimmerer December 11 Octavia's Brood: Science Fiction Stories from Social Justice Movements editors: adrienne maree brown & Walidah Imarisha January 8 Emergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds by adrienne maree brown

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Details We are close to our creative source when the child within - the creative unconscious - speaks its mind and ignores any critical or editorial voices. In the morning we will let that "Crazy Child" write. And when the exercise is shared, the workshop as a whole will likely repeat many of your lines and say, "Those images are striking!" or "That scene is full of power!" These are clues for the afternoon's exercise. Or we may go wherever the energy is and write freely and wildly again. This is proprioceptive writing - dealing with the stories contained in our psyches and nervous systems - and it gives texture, flair, and power to all kinds of writing. We are usually surprised by how much writing we do in these workshops, and by its high quality. This is aside from the fun we have, and how the journey satisfies our souls! All workshops are being offered via Zoom. Write on paper with pen or write on a laptop, your writing preference. Fee: $80 sliding scale. This event is included in the 10-week workshops, if you have signed up for one of them.. Now the Crazy Child workshop is offered via Zoom. Usually this workshop is offered the second Saturday of the month. For the link and password phone 510-508-5149 or message me.

Let's try something new. For the next dozen weeks or so, starting 4/17/2022, we are going to live-read and discuss Aristotle's \~*Nicomachean Ethics*\~. What is new and different about this project is that the translation, by Adam Beresford (2020), happens to be rendered in standard 'Murican English. . From the translator's "Note" on the text: . "This translation is conservative in interpretation and traditional in aim. It aims to translate the text as accurately as possible. . "I translated every page from scratch, from a clean Greek text, rather than revising an existing translation. ... I wanted to avoid the scholars’ dialect that is traditionally used for translating Aristotle. ... "I reject the approach of Arthur Adkins, Elizabeth Anscombe, and others who followed Nietzsche in supposing that the main elements of modern thinking about right and wrong were unknown to the Greeks, or known to them only in some radically different form. My view of humanity and of our shared moral instincts is shaped by a newer paradigm. This is a post-Darwinian translation. (It is also more in line with the older, both Aristotelian and Christian view of human character.) . "Having said that, I have no interest at all in modernizing Aristotle’s ideas. All the attitudes of this treatise remain fully Greek, very patriarchal, somewhat aristocratic, and firmly embedded in the fourth century BC. My choice of dialect (standard English) has no bearing on that whatsoever. (It is perfectly possible to express distinctively Greek and ancient attitudes in standard English.) ... I have also not simplified the text in any way. I have translated every iota, particle, preposition, noun, verb, adjective, phrase, clause, and sentence of the original. Every premise and every argument therefore remains – unfortunately – exactly as complex and annoyingly difficult as in any other version in whatever dialect. ... "Some scholars and students unwarily assume that the traditional dialect has a special connection with Greek and that using it brings readers closer to the original text; and that it makes the translation more accurate. In reality, it has no special tie to the Greek language, either in its main philosophical glossary or in its dozens of minor (and pointless) deviations from normal English. And in my view it certainly makes any translation much less accurate. . "I will occasionally refer to the scholars’ dialect (‘Gringlish’) and its traditional glossary in the Notes." . . Here is our plan: 1\. Read Intro excerpts or a summary to gain the big picture\. 2\. Read a segment of the translated text\. 3\. Discuss it analytically and interpretively\. 4\. Repeat again at \#2 for several more times\. 5\. Discuss the segments evaluatively\. . . Zoom is the project's current meeting platform, but that can change. The project's cloud drive is [here](https://mega.nz/folder/vqJCXIQJ#muxiUXMHhfljvxKnWaOxZA), at which you'll find the reading texts, notes, and slideshows.

Let's try something new. For the next dozen weeks or so, starting 4/17/2022, we are going to live-read and discuss Aristotle's \~*Nicomachean Ethics*\~. What is new and different about this project is that the translation, by Adam Beresford (2020), happens to be rendered in standard 'Murican English. . From the translator's "Note" on the text: . "This translation is conservative in interpretation and traditional in aim. It aims to translate the text as accurately as possible. . "I translated every page from scratch, from a clean Greek text, rather than revising an existing translation. ... I wanted to avoid the scholars’ dialect that is traditionally used for translating Aristotle. ... "I reject the approach of Arthur Adkins, Elizabeth Anscombe, and others who followed Nietzsche in supposing that the main elements of modern thinking about right and wrong were unknown to the Greeks, or known to them only in some radically different form. My view of humanity and of our shared moral instincts is shaped by a newer paradigm. This is a post-Darwinian translation. (It is also more in line with the older, both Aristotelian and Christian view of human character.) . "Having said that, I have no interest at all in modernizing Aristotle’s ideas. All the attitudes of this treatise remain fully Greek, very patriarchal, somewhat aristocratic, and firmly embedded in the fourth century BC. My choice of dialect (standard English) has no bearing on that whatsoever. (It is perfectly possible to express distinctively Greek and ancient attitudes in standard English.) ... I have also not simplified the text in any way. I have translated every iota, particle, preposition, noun, verb, adjective, phrase, clause, and sentence of the original. Every premise and every argument therefore remains – unfortunately – exactly as complex and annoyingly difficult as in any other version in whatever dialect. ... "Some scholars and students unwarily assume that the traditional dialect has a special connection with Greek and that using it brings readers closer to the original text; and that it makes the translation more accurate. In reality, it has no special tie to the Greek language, either in its main philosophical glossary or in its dozens of minor (and pointless) deviations from normal English. And in my view it certainly makes any translation much less accurate. . "I will occasionally refer to the scholars’ dialect (‘Gringlish’) and its traditional glossary in the Notes." . . Here is our plan: 1\. Read Intro excerpts or a summary to gain the big picture\. 2\. Read a segment of the translated text\. 3\. Discuss it analytically and interpretively\. 4\. Repeat again at \#2 for several more times\. 5\. Discuss the segments evaluatively\. . . Zoom is the project's current meeting platform, but that can change. The project's cloud drive is [here](https://mega.nz/folder/vqJCXIQJ#muxiUXMHhfljvxKnWaOxZA), at which you'll find the reading texts, notes, and slideshows.

We meet every other Sunday, see our calendar for the next date. Will be on Zoom for awhile. If you need to dial in go to support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362663-Joining-a-meeting-by-phone You will find phone in instructions at that site. Use 82837152726 for the event number when prompted.

PEACE SUNDAY. 1 - 2 pm. [--> HYBRID EVENT. Fully vaccinated folks can attend in person, or click https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5124418988?pwd=VlhFUTZDeExZemZ5NEhwRUVlODRyZz09](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5124418988?pwd=VlhFUTZDeExZemZ5NEhwRUVlODRyZz09)"> here \ <--] In an effort to improve the peaceful conditions in the world, we host a monthly quiet meditation, where all beliefs and religious traditions are honored. Following the meditation, participants are welcome to join in a potluck brunch and share camaraderie and croissants. Ages 14 and up. Free.

The link will be visible only to people who make the RSVP list, on the event page the day of the meetup. **Links are no longer emailed.** Check to be sure you've signed into Zoom before clicking on the link. **Online meetings will now begin at 10 a.m. on the second Sunday of each month**. We'll always incorporate topic suggestions into an upcoming discussion, so don't be shy. When online we'll try to accommodate everyone who wants to attend, so sign up for the waitlist even if the event seems full. However; if you don't have a history of attendance, we may ask for email confirmation of your interest. Repeated no-shows may be pushed onto the waitlist the next time the RSVP gets full. Remember to change your RSVP if your plans change. Please check that you're getting [group notifications from meetup](https://help.meetup.com/hc/en-us/sections/360000208211-Notification-settings), and check the inbox and [spam folder](https://www.businessinsider.com/gmail-spam-folder)s associated with your meetup account. Also, [whitelist meetup emails with your email service](https://clean.email/blog/email-security/how-to-whitelist-an-email) (gmail, outlook, etc.).

Introductions are in order! We will be introducing each other, and getting to the straight dope. Talk about the news, and we will then start "bawling", i.e., voice our grievances, and begin organizing and strategizing. Should do this immediately with an inauguration a week away. NOTE: Due to COVID-19, we will be restricting our meeting to online. Respect each other out there and stay safe!

ENG) Hi there! My name is Michael. I'm a certified English teacher from United States. I wanted to make an online language club where people can **practice English by having real casual conversation!** I'm looking for people who want to practice conversational English by talking about interesting topics and hanging out with people from all over the world **in a small online group.** 💎Here are some details💎 ✔️ We meet via Zoom ✔️ The session will last for **1 hour and consists of 3 different rounds** ✔️ Each round has different topics and discussion questions ✔️ **Each round, the groups are randomly mixed**, so you will have a chance to talk to different people every time ✔️ This isn't just about practicing English, **but also about listening to different opinions and learning about different cultures** ✔️ **The participation is FREE** ❌ No credit card ❌ No Ads 💎 How to Join 💎 👇Click the link👇 [https://langclub.live/sessions](https://langclub.live/sessions) 2. Sign up 3. Click 'Book' (It's FREE!) 4. Click 'Join' and show up on time! (The Zoom invitation will be sent to your e-mail once you apply too) Enjoy practicing English with people from all over the world!

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

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!

Join the Columbus AI community for a special event. **Battle of the Personal Agents** is your chance to see what people are actually building with AI agents and personal automation systems. Whether you’re running OpenClaw, Hermes, or a completely custom solution, bring your agent and show the community how it works. We’re interested in real-world implementations: the problems your agent solves, how you use it day-to-day, how it’s hosted and managed, how you built it, and why you’ve chosen to keep using it. Live demonstrations are encouraged, so be prepared to show your code, architecture, workflows, and your agent performing real tasks. This is less about polished presentations and more about sharing practical experience, comparing approaches, and learning from one another. If you’d like to present, please contact Chris Slee (via meetup) before the event so we can allocate enough time for everyone’s demonstrations. Come ready to show what you’ve built, discover what others are doing, and maybe find a few ideas worth taking home. 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.linkedin.com/company/transformlabs/) Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/transformlabshq)

Hosted by Ohio History Connection Address: Octagon Earthworks 125 N. 33rd St., Newark, OH 43055 UNESCO World Heritage Site Join us on June 18 at the Octagon Earthworks Visitor Center for a special evening celebrating the release of John E. Hancock’s new book, **Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks: Landscape Monuments of the Ancient Ohio Valley.** Event Schedule • Doors open: 6:30 p.m. • Lecture begins: 7 p.m. John Hancock will share the story behind Ohio’s remarkable Hopewell earthworks and how eight of these architectural masterpieces became UNESCO World Heritage Sites. He will also discuss how this new Smithsonian publication presents the latest knowledge about their astonishing scope, subtle beauty, and the brilliant Indigenous designers and builders who created them nearly 2,000 years ago. • Book signing: Immediately following the lecture. Books will be available for purchase. **Admission** • $10 per person or Free with a purchase of a book • Free for OHC members • Free for students with a valid ID **About the Book** Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks presents Ohio’s eight UNESCO-inscribed earthworks in a richly illustrated volume from Smithsonian Books. This expanded and re-edited edition of the sites’ World Heritage nomination dossier was produced in collaboration with the Ohio History Connection and the National Park Service. The book features illustrated descriptions and histories of these Indigenous masterpieces, summaries of archaeological research, insights from American Indian scholars and leaders, and discussions of the earthworks’ design, construction, and cultural significance. **About the Author** John E. Hancock taught architecture, design, and history at the University of Cincinnati for 40 years. He has produced numerous multimedia exhibits and publications about Ohio’s earthworks and served as the principal author and photographer for the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks UNESCO World Heritage nomination. In addition to this Smithsonian publication (April 2026), he has also released Traveler’s Guide to Ancient Ohio (April 2026). Come learn about one of the world’s greatest ancient landscapes and meet the author behind this exciting new publication! More info: [https://www.ohiohistory.org/events/lecture-and-book-signing-with-john-e-hancock/](https://www.ohiohistory.org/events/lecture-and-book-signing-with-john-e-hancock/)

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."

## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle **SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **you’ll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, it’s designed to be simple, creative, and a good time. We’ll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and we’ll handle the rest. While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for. Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/) *** ### What to Expect: * Guided candle making experience * Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance * 100% soy wax candles * Optional drinks and snacks * Time to relax while your candle cools *** ### Important Notes: * Please arrive on time so we can start together * Candles will need time to set before taking home * This is a beginner-friendly event *** ### RSVP Required Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.