Anglophile

Notre meet-up réunit une fois par semaine anglophiles et francophiles de plus de cinquante ans afin de discuter de tout et de rien. Le but est d'offrir la possibilité aux uns et aux autres de pratiquer la langue dans laquelle ils souhaiteraient se perfectionner dans un cadre convivial. Nos directives sont de s'amuser et de respecter les différents points de vue et antécédents personnels. Il est interdit d'insulter ou de dénigrer d'autres membres en raison de leurs antécédents personnels. Le meet-up se termine précisément à 18h. Si vous souhaitez rester après 18h, veuillez vous déplacer dans une autre partie du café afin que la direction comprenne bien que la réunion est terminée. Nous vous invitons à prendre au moins une boisson pour soutenir le cafe. Si vous arrivez tard, vous pouvez commander au bar et le café vous apportera votre commande. Our meet-up group meets once a week. We are English and French speakers of a "certain age" (over 50), and we meet to talk about everything and nothing. The goal is to offer each of us the chance to practice whichever language he/she is learning, or just to have a conversation in either language with a friendly group in a relaxing atmosphere. Our guidelines are to have fun and to be respectful of different points of view and personal backgrounds. Insulting or disparaging other members because of their personal background is not permitted. Our meet-up ends promptly at 6pm. If you wish to remain after 6 pm, please move to a different section of the café so it is clear to management that the meet-up has ended. Please buy at least a drink to support the café. If you arrive late, you can order at the bar and they will bring your order to you.

This is our monthly Paris Café Philo, held in person and in English. The group has been meeting since 1997. On the first Wednesday of each month we meet at the famous **Café de Flore**, 172 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006 Paris – first floor. In addition, EVERY WEDNESDAY we have ONLINE meetings via ZOOM. Please check the relevant events listed on our Meetup group: [https://www.meetup.com/english-cafe-philo-in-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/english-cafe-philo-in-paris/) *** **What is a Café Philo?** Participants propose topics, we choose one together, and then discuss it in an open yet orderly way. But what counts as a topic? A topic can be a question about the meaning of life, our relationship to the world we live in, the difference between good and evil, how we distinguish truth from falsehood, reality from illusion, or beauty from its absence. There are many such deep questions that philosophers, scientists, and writers have grappled with throughout history. If you are interested in exploring these or other questions, we invite you to join our philosophical café – a gathering where you can express your ideas, share your knowledge, and perhaps discover something new. Our discussions are serious and rigorous, yet often enjoyable. No background in philosophy or the humanities is required. If you do have one, you are of course very welcome. *** **Format** A moderator guides the discussion, ensuring that every participant has the opportunity to contribute in a welcoming environment. No one is obliged to speak. Maximum number of participants: 30. This is **not** a lecture. It is an exchange of ideas in which your questions and perspectives are genuinely valued. The tone is respectful; views that are contemptuous of human dignity will not be entertained. *** **Who Can Attend** Everyone, regardless of background or level of philosophical knowledge – from seasoned philosophers to anyone simply curious about life's big questions. *** **Cost** Participation is free. Contributions are welcome. *** Welcome! *Michael M.*

we wanted to read a jane Austen ... we will read **Mansfield Park byJane Austen** Enjoy your reading!!!

**Welcome to the Paris Poetry Circle!** Now in its 30th year, our English-language poetry reading group continues to bring together lovers of verse and thought in the heart of Paris. 🎉 Join us this Wednesday evening for a gathering of minds and voices as we read and reflect on poems that move, challenge, and illuminate — all shared over a quiet cup of tea and biscuits. 🫖☕️🍪 We seek poems that are clear yet profound, sweet or serious — those that carry us forward and help us make sense of the world. We steer clear of the obscure or needlessly complex; we value clarity over cleverness, sincerity over show. Each poem is read anonymously to begin with, without revealing the author, allowing space for open, unbiased interpretation. We then explore it together — carefully, curiously — to uncover what lies beneath the surface. After the meeting, we write a letter of thanks to the living poets we have read at the group, to thank and congratulate them. We revere all the poets of this world. The group is small — usually six or seven thoughtful individuals, up to a maximum of ten. The conversation is warm, intelligent, and grounded. There is no performance, no pressure to contribute, and no cost. Only a shared pursuit of insight, beauty, and fellowship. If that resonates with you, we’d love to welcome you. Bring a poem, or simply bring yourself. 📚✨ \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 65 rue Pascal, 75013 PARIS, courtyard chez Doctor Nagpal, in a pretty courtyard, ground floor left. Code on iron gate to courtyard 69A73 Phone: +33 686581272 E-mail: [parispoetrycircle@nip.com.fr](http://parispoetrycircle@nip.com.fr/) © Paris Poetry Circle

Bonjour à tous.tes ! Je m'appelle Emma, je suis l'organisatrice Practical Philosophy Paris :) Practical Philosophy est un mouvement né au Mexique et qui est présent partout dans le monde aujourd'hui. J'ai découvert Practical Philosophy au Canada et j'ai tellement aimé que j'ai décidé de l'importer à Paris (il y a aussi une branche à Lyon si vous n'êtes pas de la région). **🏛️ C’EST QUOI, LA PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ?** Practical philosophy, c’est un rendez-vous hebdomadaire où des esprits curieux se retrouvent pour creuser un sujet, affûter leur façon de s’exprimer et tisser des liens. Pas besoin d’être un pro de la philo pour participer, tout le monde est le bienvenu ! 😎 L’idée, c’est que la philosophie, ce n’est pas juste pour les profs d’université. Chaque semaine, on choisit un thème et on en discute pour aiguiser notre esprit critique et nos talents de communicants. C'est aussi une manière d'apprendre à mieux se connaître soi-même, en affirmant et argmumentant ce qu'on pense réellement. Bref, on bosse sur trois piliers : **Pensée Critique**, **Communication** et **Communauté** 🙌. **📓 COMMENT ÇA MARCHE ?** Chaque semaine, on se focalise sur un sujet qu’on décortique ensemble. Le thème est annoncé, souvent via le [groupe WhatsApp ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G3By4PVqhqdKuQbMTs1rwo?mode=gi_t) quelques pistes pour lancer les échanges. Les thèmes sont très variés et toutes les suggestions sont prises en compte (la beauté, la richesse, la loyauté...) Quand on est plus de 7 ou 8, on se divise en petits groupes pour garder une ambiance fluide et éviter que ça ressemble à une conférence. **Déroulé type d’une soirée** Voici comment se passe une rencontre : ***19h00-19h15 **: On arrive, on papote, on fait connaissance dans une ambiance détendue. ** *19h15-19h25 **: Petit topo pour présenter Practical philosophie le sujet du jour, les règles et le timing. *** 19h25-20h45 **: On se répartit en petits groupes, on se présente, on partage nos premières idées sur le sujet, puis on passe à une discussion libre. Des questions “d’amorce” sont là pour guider si besoin, mais rien d’obligatoire. ** *21h00-21h30 **: Tout le monde se regroupe pour faire le point. Chaque groupe partage un résumé rapide (1 minute) de ses conclusions. On termine par un mot de l’organisateur et une photo de groupe. *** Après 21h00 **: La partie officielle est finie, mais c’est le moment parfait pour prolonger les discussions autour d’un verre ou d’un café, histoire de renforcer les liens. **🧧 COMBIEN ÇA COÛTE ?** C’est** GRATUIT **! Si on se retrouve dans un café, on vous demande juste de prendre une conso. **💛 CE QUE LES GENS EN PENSENT** 🗣 *“Le Club de Philosophie, c’est un endroit où on construit ses propres idées à travers différents points de vue, sans qu’on nous dise ce qui est bien ou mal.”* – Ekam 🗣 *“J’ai accroché dès le premier jour (le sujet était l’autorité) et j’ai tout de suite senti que c’était ma place. C’est un espace où on apprend, on découvre de nouvelles perspectives, on booste sa pensée critique et on crée du lien avec des gens qui challengent nos idées tout en encourageant l’ouverture d’esprit.”* – Daniel **🤓 FAQ** ** *Faut-il préparer ou lire quelque chose avant ?** Aucune préparation nécessaire ! On ne révise pas les grands philosophes, on veut savoir ce que** vous **pensez. Si vous avez une idée inspirée d’une religion ou d’une école de pensée, partagez-la, on en discutera.** *** Y a-t-il une philosophie spécifique au centre des discussions ? Non, pas de dogme ici ! On veut entendre toutes les idées, sans se limiter à une école particulière, pour muscler notre pensée critique. ** *C’est surtout des mecs qui viennent ?** Pas du tout ! Contrairement à l’image de la philo dans un salon sombre, nos rencontres sont équilibrées et sans ambiance lugubre ! *** Je peux venir seul(e) ?** Oui, on encourage même ça ! :) ** *Et si je suis en retard ?** On préférerait que vous soyez à l’heure ! On a 15 minutes de battement au début si besoin. *** Où se passent les rencontres ?** Le lieu est annoncé sur Meetup et dans notre [groupe Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B9NsoXm9saML5irDXtZeBE) Envoyez moi un message pour rejoindre le groupe 😊 Pour découvrir les autres villes où le Club existe, checkez notre [site web](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/). **LE CLUB DE PHILOSOPHIE PRATIQUE – LA PHILO POUR TOUS ! ✨** On organise des rencontres hebdomadaires en présentiel dans plus de 25 pays, comme le Canada, l’Espagne, le Japon, le Mexique et bien d’autres ! 🗺️ **\*\*\*** **Rejoignez notre [groupe Whatsapp Paris](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B9NsoXm9saML5irDXtZeBE) 👈** **Suivez-nous sur [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈** **Visitez notre [site web](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈** **✨ IF YOU ARE AN ENGLISH SPEAKER YOU ARE VERY WELCOME. PLEASE DON'T HESISTATE TO MESSAGE EMMA TO GET THE TRANSLATION AND MORE INFO ✨**

### **Paris & London Women’s Journey: City Chic & Chanel Charms (9 Days)** **Hosted by The Dandelion Journals** Bonjour and cheers to a luxurious and immersive French and British escape through two of Europe’s most iconic cities. Over 9 days and 8 nights, we’ll experience the romance of **Paris** and the timeless elegance of **London**, with thoughtfully curated experiences, exceptional dining, and centrally located boutique hotels—all designed to make travel effortless and deeply memorable. From evening visits to world-class museums and Michelin-star dining to historic walking tours, food discovery the way Julia Child would have done, and afternoon tea, this journey blends culture, style, and connection—the TDJ way. This experience is designed for women who want iconic destinations done beautifully, with expert planning and zero stress. *** ### **Highlights Include:** • 8 nights in upscale, centrally located boutique hotels in Paris & London • Daily breakfasts plus select lunches and dinners • Signature Welcome Dinners in Paris and London • Private TDJ Trip Facilitator (“Dandie”) throughout the journey • Expert local guides for private and guided tours • Arrival transfer from CDG (Paris) & departure transfer to LHR (London) • Upgraded Eurostar train seats from Paris to London • Pre-loaded London Tube card • Private tour of Paris highlights (Eiffel Tower area, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame, Champs-Élysées, Jardin des Tuileries & more) • Private Paris food tour *“In the Footsteps of Julia Child”* • Evening visit to the Louvre Museum • Entrance to Notre Dame Cathedral • Eiffel Tower summit visit with champagne bar toast • Michelin-star chef dinner on the Eiffel Tower with wine pairing • Private guided walking tour of London’s landmarks • Historic London pub walk (Blackfriar, Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese & Old Bank of London) • Borough Market food and shopping experience • Entrance to St. Paul’s Cathedral (floor, crypt & dome galleries) • Traditional British Afternoon Tea near Shakespeare’s Globe • Sky Garden visit with farewell dinner at Darwin Brasserie • All entrance fees & standard gratuities included *** ### **Trip Details:** 🗓 **9 Days \| 2 Countries \| 2 Iconic Cities** 🛫 **Start:** Paris \| 🛬 **End:** London 👯‍♀️ **Small group of women** 🏨 **4 nights in Paris + 4 nights in London** 🚆 **Eurostar train between cities** *** ### **Pricing:** • **Double Occupancy:** $7\,800 \| **Deposit:** $800 • **Single Occupancy:** $8\,800 \| **Deposit:** $800 (International flights and insurance not included) *** ### **Who is this trip for?** Women who love culture, elegance, and beautifully curated experiences. This journey is ideal for women who are comfortable with moderate daily walking, standing during guided tours, navigating stairs at historic sites, and exploring cities on foot. Open-minded, curious travelers who appreciate connection, style, and thoughtful pacing will feel right at home. *** Spaces are intentionally limited to keep the experience personal, seamless, and deeply connected. 🔗 **Full details & booking:** [https://www.thedandelionjournals.com/paris-london](https://www.thedandelionjournals.com/paris-london) ❓ **Questions?** [calendly.com/thedandelionjournals](https://calendly.com/thedandelionjournals?fbclid=IwYnJpZBExa2lwN3dGblVhazVhN3FweXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7pe4CRFPPn0YNtRSQxTP70IwzEu-Xtv7eRMKfz4RFh4ondh9fKE8hjqaCbtg&brid=B4LPtFoCNhkHXnrFWz65AQ)

## 🇫🇷 Bienvenue à toutes et à tous 😊 Nous nous retrouvons tous les **mercredis de 20h à 23h au Denfert Café** pour pratiquer les langues latines : **espagnol, italien, portugais**, ainsi que le **français avec nos amis internationaux**, dans une ambiance conviviale et ouverte. À votre arrivée, vous serez accueilli(e) par **Amine**, qui vous présentera le concept. Vous recevrez une étiquette avec votre prénom ou pseudo, ainsi que les langues que vous souhaitez pratiquer — **même si vous êtes débutant ou simplement curieux**. L’objectif est simple : **échanger, pratiquer et rencontrer du monde** autour des cultures latines, dans un esprit bienveillant et international 🌍 👉 Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus 👉 N’hésitez pas à venir avec des amis 👉 Une consommation sur place est appréciée pour soutenir le lieu Nous avons hâte de vous rencontrer ! 🔗 Groupe WhatsApp : https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lasrzd66Ig7A40hqbckTEQ *** ## 🇪🇸 ¡Bienvenidos a todos! 😊 Nos reunimos todos los **MIÉRCOLES de 20:00 a 23:00 en el Denfert Café** para practicar **español, italiano, portugués y francés** (con nuestros amigos internacionales) en un ambiente acogedor e internacional. A su llegada, **Amine** les dará la bienvenida y les explicará cómo funciona el encuentro. Cada participante recibirá una etiqueta con su nombre o apodo y los idiomas que desea practicar — **incluso si es principiante**. El objetivo es simple: **practicar, intercambiar y conocer gente nueva** en torno a las culturas latinas 🌍 👉 Todos los niveles son bienvenidos 👉 Pueden venir con amigos 👉 Se recomienda consumir algo en el bar ¡Esperamos verlos pronto! 🔗 WhatsApp : https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lasrzd66Ig7A40hqbckTEQ *** ## 🇮🇹 Benvenuti a tutti! 😊 Ci incontriamo ogni **MERCOLEDÌ dalle 20:00 alle 23:00 al Denfert Café** per praticare **spagnolo, italiano, portoghese e francese** (con amici internazionali) in un’atmosfera conviviale e internazionale. All’arrivo sarete accolti da **Amine**, che vi spiegherà il funzionamento della serata. Riceverete un badge con il vostro nome o soprannome e le lingue che desiderate praticare — **anche se siete principianti**. L’obiettivo è semplice: **praticare, scambiare e conoscere nuove persone** intorno alle culture latine 🌍 👉 Tutti i livelli sono benvenuti 👉 Potete venire con amici 👉 È gradita una consumazione al bar Non vediamo l’ora di conoscervi! 🔗 WhatsApp : https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lasrzd66Ig7A40hqbckTEQ *** ## 🇵🇹 Sejam todos bem-vindos! 😊 Reunimo-nos todas as **QUARTAS-FEIRAS, das 20h00 às 23h00, no Denfert Café** para praticar **espanhol, italiano, português e francês** (com participantes internacionais), num ambiente acolhedor e internacional. À chegada, serão recebidos pelo **Amine**, que explicará o funcionamento do encontro. Cada participante recebe um crachá com o seu nome ou apelido e os idiomas que deseja praticar — **mesmo sendo iniciante**. O objetivo é simples: **praticar, trocar e conhecer novas pessoas** em torno das culturas latinas 🌍 👉 Todos os níveis são bem-vindos 👉 Tragam amigos se quiserem 👉 Recomenda-se consumir algo no bar Esperamos conhecê-los em breve! 🔗 WhatsApp : https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lasrzd66Ig7A40hqbckTEQ

**🌈PRIDE MONTH Laurence Anyways – 𝒊𝒏 🇫🇷𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 🇬🇧𝒔𝒖𝒃𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒍𝒆𝒔** **🎬 Date & Time: Sunday, June 7th, Tea Bar at 7pm (bring your own mug!) and Screening at 7:30pm** **📽️ Cinéma: Studio des Ursulines, 10 rue des Ursulines, Paris 5** **🎟️ Movie Tickets: €5.40 – €9.40 [https://parisstudioursulines.cine.boutique/media/1055?showId=6060&title=LAURENCE+ANYWAYS&visanumber=129183](https://parisstudioursulines.cine.boutique/media/1055?showId=6060&title=LAURENCE+ANYWAYS&visanumber=129183)** **Laurence Anyways is the story of an impossible love.** **On his thirtieth birthday, Laurence, who is deeply in love with Fred, reveals to her—after some abstruse circumlocutions—his desire to become a woman.** **Watch the trailer with English subtitles: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYfupLXOk7U](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYfupLXOk7U)** **Queer French Film Series-Program Note** **Notes on the History of French Queer Cinema: [https://nostalgiaandliquor.substack.com/p/queer-french-cinema-a-historical](https://nostalgiaandliquor.substack.com/p/queer-french-cinema-a-historical)** **The history of French queer cinema is rich and diverse. During June 2026 in Paris—Pride Month—Lost in Frenchlation presents a series of films dedicated to French queer culture and lives. The series showcases a range of films from leading queer French-speaking filmmakers. Time-honored filmmakers such as Céline Sciamma, Christophe Honoré, Alain Guiraudie, Robin Campbillo, Julia Ducournau and Xavier Dolan are included in the program along with a new generation of French queer filmmakers such as Anna Cazenave Cambet and Hafsia Herzi. Through dramas and comedies, their films explore lesbian relationships, trans lives, “coming-out,” AIDS, and the pleasures of being queer.** **\*The Queer French Film Series is funded, in part, by the City University of New York’s Research Foundation.** **Bio** **David A. Gerstner is Professor of Cinema Studies at the City University of New York. In 2024, he was awarded *Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres*. He is the author of *Queer Imaginings: On Writing and Cinematic Friendship* (2023).**

🇫🇷 Bonjour ! J’espère que tout le monde va bien ! 😁 Nous revoilà pour un événement d’échange de Langue Franco-Anglais et de la bonne humeur : * Dimanche à "Les Berthom" : 35 Boulevard Voltaire, 75011 Paris à 18H00, prix de la participation à 10€. Proche des stations République(Métro 3, 5, 8, 9, 11) et Oberkampf(Métro 5, 9). Une boisson vous sera offerte parmi la carte du bar ! 🍻 L’entrée au bar se fait à partir de 17H50. Le concept de l’événement est celui qui suit : * La durée totale de l’événement est de 2 heures, divisée en 3 sessions. À chaque session, des tables de 4 ou 5 personnes seront composées, avec au minimum 2 Français et 2 Étrangers par table. Et pendant cette session, il y aura 15 minutes de conversation en Français et 15 minutes de conversation en Anglais. À la fin de chaque session, les tables changent afin de vous faire rencontrer d’autres personnes ! Nos événements ont pour but de favoriser les échanges linguistiques, culturels et la création de liens sociaux amicaux et/ou professionnels ! Nos événements n’ont pas pour vocations d’être des speed-dating, nous trouvons cela important de le préciser et nous serons strict sur le respect de cette mention. ^^ En espérant vous voir très bientôt ! 🇬🇧 Hello ! We hope everyone’s doing good ! 😁 We're back for a French & English language exchange event : * Sunday at "Les Berthom" : 35 Boulevard Voltaire, 75011 Paris, starting at 6:00PM. For a 10€ fee. Close to the Metro station République (Métro 3, 5, 8, 9 & 11) and Oberkampf (Métro 5 & 9). A drink will be offered from the Bar's Menu !🍻 We’ll start the check-in at 5:50PM. The concept of the event is : * The whole event lasts 2 hours, subdivided in 4 sessions of 30 minutes. In each session, tables of 4 to 8 persons will be formed equally between foreigners and French (2/3 Foreigners and 2/3 French). In these sessions, there will be 15 minutes of French conversation followed by 15 minutes of English conversation. At the end of the 30 minutes, we’ll switch the tables and you’ll be placed on a new table with new persons (Hence, you’ll meet at least 9 to 12 different persons in an event) ! The purpose of the event is mainly focused on the language and cultural exchange, on top of creating friendly and professional links ! These events are not intended to be speed-datings, which is important to be precise and we plan to be strict about this point. ^^ We hope to see you soon !

Nous clôturons le cycle fleuve consacré à : **"Don Quichotte" de Miguel de Cervantès (4/4 suite et fin )** "À la fois [roman médiéval](http://%5B%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litt%C3%A9rature_m%C3%A9di%C3%A9vale%5D%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litt%C3%A9rature_m%C3%A9di%C3%A9vale%5D)(%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litt%C3%A9rature_m%C3%A9di%C3%A9vale%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Litt%C3%A9rature_m%C3%A9di%C3%A9vale)) "Littérature médiévale") — un [roman de chevalerie](http://%5B%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_de_chevalerie%5D%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_de_chevalerie%5D)(%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_de_chevalerie%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_de_chevalerie)) "Roman de chevalerie") — et roman de l'époque moderne alors naissante, le livre est une parodie des mœurs médiévales et de l'[idéal chevaleresque](http://%5B%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevalerie%5D%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevalerie%5D)(%5Bhttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevalerie%5D(https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevalerie)) "Chevalerie"), ainsi qu'une critique des structures sociales d'une société espagnole rigide et vécue comme absurde. *Don Quichotte* est un jalon important de l'histoire littéraire et les interprétations qu'on en donne sont multiples : pur comique, satire sociale, analyse politique. Roman épique tant par son influence que par sa longueur, il est aujourd'hui considéré comme l'un des romans les plus importants de la littérature mondiale et comme le premier roman moderne. De fait, il jouit toujours d'une très forte popularité et continue d'être étudié dans les cercles universitaires, plus de 400 ans après sa publication." Wikipedia Pour la présentation d'auteur et le focus sur l'oeuvre : \- Raphaële va nous parler de Miguel de Cervantès et de "Don Quichotte" en s'intéressant au contexte historique ;**.** * Je fais le focus sur l'oeuvre soit "Don Quichotte". * Et n'oubliez pas ! Partagez, si vous le souhaitez, quelques mots, passages et/ou citations qui vous ont marqués, touchés et qui vous semblent importants à partager avec le groupe et les participants. Enfin, inscrivez-vous, je vous prie, uniquement si vous êtes sûrs de la partie. Bien à vous tous, bonne semaine, bonnes lectures aussi ! Jélila PS : la participation au club de lecture est de 2 euros par personne et par an (les cotisations Meetup sont de 240 euros par an). Mais elle reste facultative.

Get ready for a BIG international night in Versailles! This Friday we’re turning the city into our own mini World Cup celebration — full of flags, laughter, music, and good vibes as we move from bar to bar together. We’ll be visiting some of the best spots in town, enjoying exclusive drink deals, shots along the way, and most importantly… an amazing crowd of people ready to meet, mingle, and have fun together! ### 📍 Our Route 🍸 Ginette: 5 Pl Charost, Versailles 🍹 Bichette: 5 Passage Saint Pierre, Versailles 🍺 La Pêche: 6 Rue du General Leclerc, Versailles 🥂 Baradoz: 24 rue de Satory, Versailles ### What’s waiting for you ✨ Special drink discounts at Ginette and La Pêche 🥃 A couple of complimentary shots during the night 🌍 A super international, friendly atmosphere 🤝 New people, new connections, and lots of laughs *** ### ⚽ Dress Code – World Cup Edition! Wherever you're coming from, we encourage you to wear something that represents your country! A football shirt, flag, hat, scarf, headband, face paint, or simply your national colors — get creative! 🎉🌍 It's not mandatory, but the more colors, flags, and friendly international rivalry, the better! Let’s turn Versailles into our very own mini World Cup for the night ⚽🔥🍻 *** ### 🕖 Practical Info 📅 Friday, 5 June 2026 📍 Meeting point: Ginette ⏰ 20h *** ### ⚠️ Important \- I will be posting on the event when we move to the next bar\, so stay tunned\! \- Please drink responsibly and take care of yourself and others during the night\. The goal is simple: have fun\, meet amazing people\, and enjoy a memorable evening together\. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Préparez-vous pour une GRANDE soirée internationale à Versailles ! Ce vendredi, on transforme la ville en mini Coupe du Monde — drapeaux, rires, ambiance festive et bonne énergie en mode barathon. On visitera plusieurs bars incontournables de Versailles avec des réductions, des shots offerts et surtout une super communauté prête à faire de nouvelles rencontres et profiter ensemble ! ### 📍 Notre parcours 🍸 Ginette: 5 Pl Charost, Versailles 🍹 Bichette: 5 Passage Saint Pierre, Versailles 🍺 La Pêche: 6 Rue du General Leclerc, Versailles 🥂 Baradoz: 24 rue de Satory, Versailles ### Ce qui vous attend ✨ Réductions sur certaines boissons à Ginette et La Pêche 🥃 Quelques shots offerts pendant la soirée 🌍 Une ambiance internationale et conviviale 🤝 Des rencontres, des échanges et beaucoup de fun *** ### ⚽ Dress Code – Édition Coupe du Monde ! D'où que vous veniez, nous vous encourageons à porter quelque chose représentant votre pays ! Maillot de football, drapeau, casquette, écharpe, maquillage ou simplement les couleurs nationales — laissez parler votre créativité 🎉🌍 Ce n’est pas obligatoire, mais plus il y aura de couleurs, de drapeaux et de rivalité amicale, plus l’ambiance sera incroyable ! Transformons Versailles en mini Coupe du Monde le temps d’une soirée. *** ### 🕖 Infos pratiques 📅 Vendredi 5 juin 2026 📍 Point de rendez-vous : Ginette ⏰ 20h *** ### ⚠️ Important \- Je publierai des nouvelles de l'événement dès que nous changerons de bar\, alors restez connectés \! \- Veuillez consommer de l'alcool avec modération et prendre soin de vous et des autres pendant la soirée\. L'objectif est simple : s'amuser\, rencontrer des gens formidables et passer une soirée mémorable ensemble\.

Thursday Night Drinking Club @ Chaton Independant! (TNDC) Come and join hashers in Paris for some lively Thursday night drinks. First to arrive grab a spot! Look for a group of boisterous anglophones, possibly with a HHH sign. *** **Who are hashers?** We are a drinking club with a running problem. Every weekend we enjoy the sights of the Paris area while running together on a trail set by a "hare". We also gather for a drink every Thursday night. Everyone is welcome! On on 👣🍻 [https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh](https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh)

**🌈PRIDE MONTH Le Lycéen – 𝒊𝒏 🇫🇷𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 🇬🇧𝒔𝒖𝒃𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒍𝒆𝒔** **🎬 Date & Time: Friday, June 5th, Drinks at 7pm and Screening at 8pm** **📽️ Cinéma: L’Entrepôt, 7 Rue Francis de Pressensé, Paris 14** **🎟️Movie Tickets: €5.00 – €9.50 [https://www.cinemalentrepot.fr/evenement/2201666-lost-in-frenchlation-le-lyc-en](https://www.cinemalentrepot.fr/evenement/2201666-lost-in-frenchlation-le-lyc-en)** **17-year-old Lucas is in his final year of boarding school when his father's sudden death shatters everything he took for granted. Filled with rage and despair, he visits his older brother in Paris to seek solace in this new city.** **Watch the trailer with English subtitles: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpDXPylQHPs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpDXPylQHPs)** **Queer French Film Series-Program Note** **Notes on the History of French Queer Cinema: [https://nostalgiaandliquor.substack.com/p/queer-french-cinema-a-historical](https://nostalgiaandliquor.substack.com/p/queer-french-cinema-a-historical)** **The history of French queer cinema is rich and diverse. During June 2026 in Paris—Pride Month—Lost in Frenchlation presents a series of films dedicated to French queer culture and lives. The series showcases a range of films from leading queer French-speaking filmmakers. Time-honored filmmakers such as Céline Sciamma, Christophe Honoré, Alain Guiraudie, Robin Campbillo, Julia Ducournau and Xavier Dolan are included in the program along with a new generation of French queer filmmakers such as Anna Cazenave Cambet and Hafsia Herzi. Through dramas and comedies, their films explore lesbian relationships, trans lives, “coming-out,” AIDS, and the pleasures of being queer.** **\*The Queer French Film Series is funded, in part, by the City University of New York’s Research Foundation.** **Bio** **David A. Gerstner is Professor of Cinema Studies at the City University of New York. In 2024, he was awarded *Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres*. He is the author of *Queer Imaginings: On Writing and Cinematic Friendship* (2023).**

Let’s meet and share discussion of the James Baldwin short story collection, Going to Meet The Man.

I have been studying the question of "self" online with Prof. Ellie Anderson and so I thought a prompt on the "self" might be interesting. Full confession: I had Claude create this prompt and I like it, so here goes: Imagine a thought experiment that merges two classic puzzles: > You undergo a procedure, performed neuron by neuron, in which every biological component of your brain is replaced with a functionally identical synthetic substitute. At each step, your behavior, memories, and personality remain unchanged. When the last neuron is swapped, is the consciousness experiencing the world still you? And — more pressingly — was there ever a continuous "you" to begin with? ### Questions to Wrestle With * If consciousness is purely physical, does the *gradual* nature of the replacement matter, or is it equivalent to being destroyed and rebuilt? * Could there be a "self" without continuity of experience — even moment to moment, while you sleep? On a more practical level, consider the simpler case first: **hemispherectomy** patients — people who have had an entire cerebral hemisphere surgically removed — often retain a strong sense of personal identity and continuity. This suggests "you" are not rigidly tied to specific physical material. But does that vindicate the synthetic neuron case, or merely show that identity is more *flexible* than we thought — not that it can survive *complete* substrate replacement? I used Claude so I could get this out today and let everyone have some time to consider it. Hope to see you at the Oracle. Sorry about the location change two weeks ago. That's what I get for trusting local weather predictions!

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."

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving." The film continues John Carney’s “long run of success with yet another charmer” and “a sharp, hopeful crowd-pleaser that strikes the right notes!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus, this is a perfect early stop on our Summer of Ice Cream! Their menu uses made-from-scratch recipes in an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, crepes, waffle sticks, specialty coffee & espresso, and more! Their specialty shakes are as delicious as they are over-the-top and they offer an extensive vegan menu! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:45pm showing and we’ll meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:25 and 6:35pm! Advance ticket purchase is advised for this opening night showing! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

*Note: this is a demonstration event only, you **will not** shoot you own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.* Bondage elements can add an extra layer of emotion and artistry to your images. Sample images on the internet are however dominated by BDSM style shots that are often sexualized and emphasize the model being in distress. In this demonstration Rachel and I show ways to use bondage elements in an artistic way. We explore the types of accessories that work best in artistic images and the best way to photograph them. Our model is Rachel Adams, an internationally known fetish model with many years of experience in this genre.

**Our June novel is: *The Eights* by Joanna Miller** **This month’s novel is set during World War I. It’s a 20th-century historical fiction story about friendship and war, with coming-of-age elements and a slightly haunted tone. The book is 384 pages in print and 10 hours and 9 minutes on audiobook.** Oxford, 1920. For the first time in its one-thousand-year history, Oxford University officially admits female students. Burning with dreams of equality, four young women move into neighboring rooms in Corridor 8. Beatrice, Dora, Marianne, and Otto—collectively known as The Eights—come from all walks of life, each driven by their own motives, each holding tight to their secrets, and are thrown into an unlikely, unshakable friendship. Dora was never meant to go to university, but, after losing both her brother and her fiancé on the battlefield, has arrived in their place. Politically-minded Beatrice, daughter of a famous suffragette, sees Oxford as a chance to make her own way - and some friends her own age. Otto was a nurse during the war but is excited to return to her socialite lifestyle in Oxford where she hopes to find distraction from the memories that haunt her. And finally Marianne, the quiet, clever daughter of a village pastor, who has a shocking secret she must hide from everyone, even her new friends, if she is to succeed. Among the historic spires, and in the long shadow of the Great War, the four women must navigate and support one another in a turbulent world in which misogyny is rife, influenza is still a threat, and the ghosts of the Great War don’t always remain dead.