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A moment of creativity (supported by RENOVA)
**\>\>[Ticket here](https://social-circle.ch/events/a-moment-of-creativity-supported-by-renova)<<**
Looking for a way to unplug, tap into your creative side, and meet cool people? Join us for an inspiring, hands-on afternoon of sustainable art-making at a beautiful co-working (Headquarters) in Zürich!
Join our whatsapp group for updates on this event: **[https://link.social-circle.ch/eTkI](https://link.social-circle.ch/eTkI)**
Guided by mixed-media artist **Cristian Menumortu**, you’ll learn how to transform everyday images into stunning, original artworks. Whether you're a seasoned creator or haven't picked up a pair of scissors since primary school, this workshop is designed for **all skill levels**—absolutely no prior experience needed!
🎨 What to Expect
The technique of collaging is deeply meditative, relaxing, and wonderfully low-pressure. We’ll guide you through a flow that unlocks your creative energy:
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**Part 1: Guided Focus & Composition** We’ll kick off with fun exercises to get your creative juices flowing. Cristian will walk you through the fundamentals of composition, playing with textures, balancing elements, and choosing striking color schemes.
📍 Event Details
**What’s Included:** All art materials are fully provided! Just bring your curiosity and positive vibes. We will have some drinks and snacks to enjoy!
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🎟️ Reserve Your Spot
Spaces are limited to ensure a cozy, collaborative, and social atmosphere. Grab your ticket today and get ready to engage your senses, relax your mind, and create something beautiful!
Tickets are non-refundable. Photos might be taken at the event.
Join our weekly newsletter here: **[https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)**
Improv Comedy: A Stan is Born
[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<< ](https://link.social-circle.ch/HQLg)or
**[tickets.social-circle.ch](https://tickets.social-circle.ch/)**
**Language:** English
A love letter to the divas and the people who stan them. Alexis grew up a closeted kid in New York, then got dragged along to rural Germany ⭐🎤
Céline, Whitney, Mariah, Beyoncé and Aretha became his lifeline and his teachers, and the way he found his own inner diva. Ten original songs, sung and played live on keyboard, wrapped around a funny and honest take on queer joy and the messier side of being a superfan.
Going with Social Circle is the perfect excuse to catch a show with good company.
📲 Join our Music Nights and Shows WhatsApp group for updates on this and similar event:
[https://link.social-circle.ch/3s5L](https://link.social-circle.ch/3s5L)
Tickets are handled by Close Encounters Theatre and are non-refundable. Photos may be taken at the venue.
Join our WhatsApp community for weekly event updates: [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
Social Dinner and Ice Cream at "The Sacred"🍽️🌱🍦
Finding moments to connect over shared values and experiences can be both refreshing and grounding. This upcoming social evening offers a chance to meet fellow vegans and those curious about plant-based living in a warm, inviting setting.
**📍Venue**: We've chosen as venue the restaurant **The Sacred** on Müllerstrasse, Switzerland's very first vegan restaurant, and a place with an uplifting philosophy and environment. The restaurant is renowned for its daily changing and diverse buffet, offering a generous spread of warm and cold dishes 🍜🌮🥗. Their **geletaria** offers a wide range of creamy and delicious plant-based **ice creams**. 🍦The cozy yet spacious ambiance in the restaurant provides the perfect backdrop for meaningful conversations and new friendships.
**What to expect**
🌿 **Open, friendly conversations** — come to share, listen, or just enjoy the vibe.
🍽️ A rotating **buffet** of 100% vegan, organic food and ice creams — creative, nourishing, and genuinely delicious.
🎲 Ice breakers and social games to get things flowing.
🌍 **A growing, welcoming community:** People from across Switzerland who believe in a kinder way of living.
Regardless of whether you are fully vegan, just starting to explore plant-based living, or simply curious about what it’s all about, this evening is for you. Come solo or bring a friend—either way, expect to leave with new friends and great memories. 🌱🤝
Full Moon Sail in Zurich/Best of Summer Edition 🌞🏝️⛵✨🥂
SailingXurich is a friendly expat community for an unforgettable experience on the lake of Zurich
Event description:
Experience the city of Zurich like never before
Wait for sunset sail with apéro and optional swim in the lake until it's time for the full moon to rise...
The sail takes around 3 hours
70 chf per person includes boat with skipper and free flow sparkling wine and snacks
Text 0788685921 to be added to the event specific WhatsApp group please
Your reservation is only confirmed once you had been added to the WhatsApp group
Thank you
Fast Friending - Make Meaningful Connections! (25-45/Bring a lady free)
Meet like-minded ladies and gentlemen, enjoy easy conversations, and make genuine new connections at our Fast Friending evening!
**You will need to buy a ticket for attending -**
[https://zurich27thjune.eventbrite.co.uk](https://zurich27thjune.eventbrite.co.uk)
\*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
TICKETS:-
Early bird - CHF 10
Regular ticket - CHF 15
Cash at the meetup - If you have not purchased your ticket in advance then you can pay CHF 20 per person in cash on the day of the meetup to Neo (Please bring exact change)
'Fast friending' is our fun and quick way to help you make new connections quickly with both ladies and gentlemen. These are people in the age group of 25 and 45 and so you will be on a similar wavelength. Naturally you can always choose who to speak with based on your preference!
**Here’s how your evening will flow:**
**7:00 PM – Welcome**
Arrive at 7:00 PM and be welcomed by your host, Neo, who will guide the evening and help with introductions. Feeling shy? Come a little early and she’ll ease you into small-group conversations. You’re also welcome to bring a lady friend along for free.
**7:30 – 8:30 PM \| Fast Friending**
Chat with a new attendee every 3 minutes, ensuring you meet a variety of like-minded ladies and gentlemen.
**After 8:30 PM \| Open Mingling**
Reconnect with those you enjoyed speaking to and continue meaningful conversations at your own pace
If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Julianne will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable.
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 40 age group\.
\- Our evenings are not about 'dating' or for 'romantic' connections\. 'Fast friending' is NOT 'Speed dating'\. 'Fast friending' is designed to help members meet other like minded ladies and gents\. It is about new friendships and connections\. Naturally\, new friendships can lead to dating or romantic connections\, but that is not our focus\.
Why do we have tickets?
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)-
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
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You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas.
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**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.**
Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing ](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing)
How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)
How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI)
Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8)
Member feedback - [https://youtu.be/bF_oxrWGqus?si=8ewukkeawt1N12nm](https://youtu.be/bF_oxrWGqus?si=8ewukkeawt1N12nm)
Queer Speedfriending + Karaoke Pride Month Edition
**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/OKnE) or**
**[www.social-circle.ch](http://www.social-circle.ch/)**
**In collaboration with Queer Chemistry**
**🌈 It’s Pride Month! 🌈**
Meet new queers.
Make new friends.
Sing your heart out. 🎤🌈
**Join us for Queer Speedfriending + Karaoke: Pride Edition ✨**
Would you like to build more meaningful friendships within the queer community & have a night full of fun ?
During speedfriending, you’ll meet new people in short conversations - making it easy, fun and relaxed to connect 💛
Afterwards, we’ll keep the night going with karaoke, good vibes and lots of fun 🎶
**Join our group for updates on this event:** [https://link.social-circle.ch/NjBv](https://link.social-circle.ch/NjBv)
**This event is perfect if you want to:**
• Make new friends in the LGBTQ+ community
• Meet new people in a relaxed, structured & inclusive atmosphere
• Spend a joyful evening full of connection, fun & community spirit
Whether you come solo or with friends - everyone is welcome.
**🕢 Doors open: 19:30**
**🌈 Event starts: 19:45**
Come for the connections. Stay for the karaoke.
*Photos and short videos may be taken during the event. Let the host know if you prefer not to be in them. Tickets are non-refundable.*
**Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community to stay updated:** [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
WAKE UP Coffee Rave: Beats & Community (with air con ❄️)
🪩**Wake up differently. Meet differently. Feel differently.** 🪩
🎟 **Entry:** Free
🗓 **Date:** Saturday morning 27.06
🕗 **Time:** 10:00-12:00
📍 **Location:** [ANNTIN studio ](https://www.anntin.ch/)[at ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xErjNjimojfLJuYB9)**[Glattbrugg train station](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xErjNjimojfLJuYB9)**
(10min from HB, 7 min from Hardbrucke, 2min from Oerlikon)
**What to expect:**
☕ **9:45:** Arrive and order your hot beverage. Coffee, tea or matcha available in the chill area, where you can sip & chat.
🪩 **10:00-12:00 :** Enjoy a live DJ set on the dancefloor!
DJ, Dr. Suedish, will start with melodic house to get your body moving, gradually ramp up the BPM to techno, and make sure that you leave the dancefloor jumping to trance with your best energy ⚡
To get a better idea of the music, you can check out Dr. Suedish's profile on Instagram @drsuedish and on Spotify. Examples of artists she will play: Nora En Pure, EDX, Sofi Tukker, Fred Again, Swedish House Mafia, Faithless, Armin van Buren, Ki/Ki.
🎟️ You can come and dance for free- yes, we know that is a dream come true! However, if you want to support the owners of ANNTIN studio, simply order a drink.
About the DJ
Sueda Taner was born and raised in Ankara, Türkiye. She got her BS from Bilkent University, Türkiye,
in 2019, her MS from Cornell University, NY, USA, in 2021, and her PhD from ETH Zurich, Switzerland, in 2025—all degrees in electrical engineering. She then moved to Stockholm, Sweden, for a job as a researcher at Ericsson. Throughout her studies and work, signal processing has always been Sueda’s favorite subject. She then discovered her passion for processing signals to dance to and started DJing!
**In case of any questions contact us here:**
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CSCUj3b814E7OagroDneOO?mode=gi_t
Armenian Culture Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Batik Tulis Workshop – Wax & Dye Textile Art (Zurich)
**Step away from the pace of everyday life and spend a day immersed in the quiet rhythm of batik.**
Batik is a traditional wax-resist textile art where patterns emerge slowly through the interaction of hot wax and dye. The process invites patience, attention, and a different sense of time — one where the act of making becomes as important as the final piece.
In this studio workshop we will explore the traditional batik tulis process using canting (the wax drawing tool) and dye.
The day unfolds gradually: observing how wax flows, how colour layers develop, and how patterns begin to reveal themselves on cloth.
Working with batik often becomes a quiet conversation between intention and discovery — balancing moments of control with moments of letting go as the wax and dye take their course. Many participants find that the process creates a natural space for focus, reflection, and an inner dialogue that unfolds through making.
During the workshop you will:
• learn the fundamentals of traditional batik wax-resist techniques
• create two small batik textiles (one guided, one your own design)
• experience the slow, meditative rhythm of working with wax, colour, and pattern
📍 Location
Artiloft – Craft Factory
Albulastrasse 24, 8048 Zurich
📅 Dates
• May 17, 2026
• June 28, 2026
• August 30, 2026
🕙 Time
10:00–16:30 (with lunch break)
💰 Price
CHF 240/ session (materials included)
Registration and payment are handled directly by Artiloft:
[https://en.artiloft.ch/service-page/batik-cire-teinture](https://en.artiloft.ch/service-page/batik-cire-teinture)
Languages: English / German
For those who feel drawn to explore batik more deeply, Hazura also hosts small immersive batik retreats in Yogyakarta where participants learn directly with local artisans. The **Subagya Art Retreat** offers a slower cultural immersion into the craft and its living traditions.
**Learn more:** [HazuraStudio | Subagya-art-retreat](https://www.hazurastudio.com/subagya-art-retreat)
Salsa Couple Dance On1 Beginner/Intermediate | Fuego Studio
Sundays, 4pm-5pm
2 Trial classes: 25 CHF
1 Drop-in: 25 CHF
5 Class package: 97 CHF
Book here: https://www.eversports.ch/s/fuego-dance-studio
What to expect:
* You will learn how to enjoy dancing at salsa parties. Zürich has a very active dance scene with parties every day, some of them even free and outdoors in Summer.
* Open level – Either start from scratch or polish your techniques with our great teachers.
* The salsa style is On1, known as well as Los Angeles (LA) style, Puertorrican or Line.
* No partner needed, just register and join and meet new people. Or looking for a couple activity? Then this is also for you!
Details:
* Sunday 4pm – 5pm
* Fuego Dance Studio is inside Ellas' Fellas dance school at Hohlstrasse 192, Zürich (next to Hardbrücke / Hardplatz)
* The door is closed, so please reach out in Instagram/WhatsApp if you have problems.
Questions? Drop us a message on Instagram: [@fuegozurich](https://www.instagram.com/fuegozurich/)
See you on the dance floor
🎶 ¡Concierto al aire libre con la Orquesta de la Ópera de Zúrich! 🎶🌞🍷
Chicas, vamos a disfrutar juntas de un concierto en vivo al aire libre como parte del formato **«Ópera para Todos»**.
Este año, y por primera vez, la **Orquesta de la Ópera de Zúrich** presentará un concierto muy especial bajo la dirección de **Gianandrea Noseda**, con el tenor **Benjamin Bernheim** como solista. El programa incluirá la majestuosa **Sinfonía n.º 9 de Antonín Dvořák “Del Nuevo Mundo”** y una selección de arias de ópera que prometen ponernos la piel de gallina. 🐔🐥🎼💫
Nos reuniremos a las **5:30 PM** para apartar lugar y disfrutar de una buena charla antes del concierto.
💡 **Traigan sus sillas plegables** para estar más cómodas o una manta y, si les apetece, un picnic 🧺. También habrá opciones para comprar comida y bebidas en el lugar.
👉 Por favor, **confirmen su asistencia (RSVP)**.
📍 **Lugar:** Sechseläutenplatz
🗓️ **Fecha:** Domingo 28 de junio
🗣️ **Nos reunimos a las** 5:30 PM
🕕 **Inicio del concierto:** 8:00 PM
🎟️ **Entrada libre**
¡Disfrutemos de una tarde de verano entre amigas! 🎶🩷 🌞
👉 Únete a nuestro grupo de **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BlzRIh1oN1e4h9qIPEI6Vx)**, donde coordinaremos todos los detalles de este evento y también compartimos información sobre otros planes y actividades.
Un abrazo,
Laura
Padel & Pasta
[⚠️ ](https://link.social-circle.ch/V3uy)**[>>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/V3uy)** or
**[www.social-circle.ch](www.social-circle.ch)**
Padel is the easiest racket sport to pick up. Five minutes on the court and you're rallying. We **mix the levels** so everyone has someone fun to play with. Come with friends, come solo, or come just for the pasta.
Oh, and the **winning team** walks away with a **yearly Padel, Tennis & Pickelball membership** at TC Opfikon-Glattbrugg🏆
📲Join our **WhatsApp group** for updates on this event:
[https://link.social-circle.ch/2Xsk](https://link.social-circle.ch/2Xsk)
**The night**
* 16:00 Arrival and speed friending rounds, so you actually know the people you'll share a court with 🤜🤛
* 16:45 Quick intro to the game: rules, scoring, the only three shots you need
* 17:00 to 21:00 Warm-up games and the friendly tournament 🎾 (outdoor)
\>\> 2 fields with games\, one with around the world\, one where you can improve your technique
* 20:00 Winners announced, pasta comes out 🍝
* 21:00 Approximate end
**The prize 🏆**
The winning team takes home a yearly Padel membership at TC Opfikon worth **CHF 290.** The format is built so beginners and experienced players have a real shot at it. Teams get balanced across rounds, so winning is more about energy and teamwork than backhand technique.
**This is for anyone...**
... curious about padel (no experience needed)
... who likes a relaxed competition with new people
... who likes pasta and music after sport
**What's included**
* Court time and equipment (rackets and balls provided)
* Beginner-friendly intro and coaching during play by Nicolas Chicherio, trained Padel coach
* Pasta and music after the games
* Welcome drink
Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp newsletter to stay updated: [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable.
Mama Cacao showcase Celebration
We are delighted to welcome you to the second year of the **Mama Cacao Showcase**, a series of intimate gatherings where music, cacao, movement, and community come together in the heart of nature.
These evenings are created as a space to celebrate presence, creativity, and connection. Under the open sky and surrounded by the quiet beauty of the forest, we gather to share ceremonial cacao and experience a carefully curated musical journey.
Each edition of the Showcase features a **special guest artist**, making every gathering unique. Together with Jkson, our guest will guide us through a night of sound, rhythm, and movement—an invitation to open the heart, awaken the body, and celebrate the joy of being alive.
This is more than a performance; it is a shared experience where music becomes a bridge between inner reflection and collective celebration.
## The Journey
**Cacao Ceremony**
We begin by opening the circle with the sacred medicine of Mama Cacao, brought from the lands of Peru. This ancient plant has been used for centuries to support connection, presence, and heartfelt communication.
**Music & Ecstatic Dance Journey**
Together with a special guest artist, Jkson will guide the musical journey of the evening. This part of the gathering invites free movement and authentic expression. There are no steps and no expectations—only space to listen to your body and move in your own rhythm.
**Closing Circle**
We end the evening in a moment of gratitude and sharing, allowing space to integrate the experience and connect with the community.
## Event Details
Dates:
27.06.26
25.07.26
29.08.26
Doors open: 20:00
Ceremony starts: 21:00 (please arrive earlier to settle in)
Duration: approximately 2 hours
Location: Nature space in Zürich Kaferberg
**The exact location will be shared on the day of the event through our community groups.**
**Contribution: Donation-based gathering**
**Limited to 30 participants**
## What to Bring
* Water to stay hydrated
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* A small offering for the cacao spirits (flowers, seeds, fruits, etc.)
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* Comfortable clothing suitable for movement
We recommend fasting at least two hours before the ceremony to deepen your connection with cacao
## Health Note
If you are pregnant, taking antidepressants, or have medical conditions such as epilepsy, high blood pressure, or heart conditions, please contact us beforehand for guidance.
## About the Music
Jkson is an Argentinian musician, producer, and ceremonial guide with deep roots in the native cultures of the Andes and the Peruvian Amazon. His musical journeys weave together ancestral voices, organic textures, and electronic soundscapes, creating immersive experiences that move between healing atmospheres, downtempo rhythms, and deep dance journeys.
Explore Jkson’s work:
[www.jksonmusic.com](http://www.jksonmusic.com)
## Exchange Information
This is a non-profit gathering supported by donations. Contributions help cover the costs of cacao, logistics, and the production of the event.
Tickets are required to estimate attendance and prepare the appropriate amount of cacao.
Get your tickets here:
[https://mama-cacao.ch](https://mama-cacao.ch)
If you are experiencing financial difficulties, please feel free to contact us.
## Connect With Us
We invite you to stay connected with our community:
WhatsApp
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/CbTg7sUdnB35gLX6jILEGS](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CbTg7sUdnB35gLX6jILEGS)
Telegram
[https://t.me/+5Bu537lvzWplZjNk](https://t.me/+5Bu537lvzWplZjNk)
Newsletter
[https://mama-cacao.ch/contact-us/](https://mama-cacao.ch/contact-us/)
This gathering is lovingly organized by **Mama Cacao** and **Dharma Collective**, supporting the **Chakana Project**.
Creative Escape: Charcoal Drawing in a Hidden Zurich Museum
**Ever wanted to draw like an artist?**
Join me for a unique creative experience inside Zurich University's Archaeological Museum.
We'll explore beautiful ancient Greek, Roman and Egyptian artifacts while learning how artists use charcoal to create expressive drawings full of light and shadow.
Perfect for beginners, travelers, expats and anyone looking for a creative and relaxing weekend activity in Zurich.
I will guide you step-by-step in a friendly group.
**What you'll learn**
✅ How to observe like an artist
✅ Measure proportions and distances
✅ Create realistic shadows and volume
✅ Use charcoal confidently without fear of making mistakes
✅ Draw directly from real museum objects
**Why charcoal?**
Charcoal is one of the oldest and most expressive drawing materials.
It is messy, fun and surprisingly forgiving, making it perfect for beginners.
You'll even learn techniques using your fingers to create beautiful shading effects.
**What's included?**
All materials are provided:
• Charcoal sticks
• Soft and hard pencils
• Different types of paper
• Kneaded eraser
• Brushes and blending tools
• Drawing board
Just bring yourself and your curiosity.
**About the location**
The Archaeological Museum is one of Zurich's hidden gems.
We'll draw surrounded by authentic artifacts that are thousands of years old, creating a calm and inspiring atmosphere far from the city's daily stress.
Museum entrance is free.
**Languages**
English, Spanish and basic German.
**Small group**
Only 6 participants.
This allows me to give personal attention to everyone.
**▶️ FOLLOW ME TO LEARN MORE:**
**YouTube • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok**
[Margacreaarte](https://www.youtube.com/@MargacreaArt)
Figürliches Zeichnen von antiken Skulpturen
Fehlen dir noch Anatomiekenntnisse der menschlichen Figur und du möchtest Proportionen, Bewegung, Gleichgewicht sowie Perspektive gründlich üben? Dann bietet die Abgusssammlung der Universität Zürich das perfekte Umfeld. Antike griechische und römische Skulpturen warten hier darauf, von dir entdeckt und gezeichnet zu werden. Dank der Erklärungen und bewährten Schemen von Mariana Scvortova wird es dir deutlich leichter fallen, Proportionen, die Dynamik der Posen sowie Charakterzüge wahrzunehmen und Porträts, Hände, Füsse und weitere Details der Figur sicher zu zeichnen.
**Mitbringen:** Eigene Zeichenutensilien und Zeichenblock.
**Termine:** Letzter Sonntag des Monats, von 13:45 bis 16:15 Uhr
**Ohne Voranmeldung**, komm direkt an die Rämistrasse 73, 8006 Zürich.
Armenian Culture Events Near You
Connect with your local Armenian Culture community
Stalker
Based on the novel Roadside Picnic, it is NO picnic, but rather one of the masterpieces of world cinema. Andrei Tarkovsky's 1979 Soviet sci-fi classic, recounts the expedition of a writer and professor led by a mysterious guide called "The Stalker." to a futuristic wasteland called "The Zone." Dripping with existential dread, it continually presents strange occurrences that will have us debating the meaning of what we've just viewed right through the ending.
*Stalker* (1979) can be streamed for free on HBOMax, the Criterion Channel or Kanopy. It's also available for rent on Amazon Prime and AppleTV. The Columbus Library has two copies on disc.
Italian Conversation Hour
Ciao a tutt\*!
Let's meet Monday at 6.30pm at the Upper Arlington Library (Tremont Branch) in **Meeting Room A** to speak in Italian for 1 hour.
Spike the Stigma, MENd the Mind Volleyball Tournament & Fundraiser
Join us for an inspiring day of volleyball, community, and mental health advocacy at the **Spike the Stigma, MENd the Mind Volleyball Tournament & Fundraiser**.
Whether you're playing in the tournament or simply coming out to support the cause, everyone is welcome. This annual event brings people together to raise awareness about mental health, encourage open conversations, and support suicide prevention efforts through local nonprofit organizations.
🏐 **What to Expect:**
* Co-ed recreational sand volleyball tournament
* Mental health advocacy and resource booths
* Live DJ
* Food trucks
* Local vendors
* 50/50 raffle
* Adoptable dogs and cats
* A fun, family-friendly atmosphere filled with community spirit
This event was established in memory of Alex Wilhelm and is dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, especially encouraging men to seek support when they need it. Together, we can create a culture where asking for help is seen as a sign of strength.
**Not a volleyball player?** No problem! Come enjoy the festivities, meet great people, support local organizations, and help make a difference.
Together, let's **Spike the Stigma and MENd the Mind.**
July Library Meetup
June meetup at the Library. We’ll play games and have casual conversation in Japanese and in English. All levels of Japanese ability, from non-speaker to native, are welcome. After the meetup we will go out to eat at a local restaurant.
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.





















