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Yeah! We made it! Within 6 months after the last Meetup, here we go again! :) This time we enter the Forum Digital Technologies, which is connected with the Fraunhofer HHI institute. They are also sponsoring drinks and some finger food, which is great! And we will be able to get a small tour around the Forum and what they are doing. Agenda: Gathering at the venue at: 18:00 Program starts at: 18:30 Then: Talks: * Thasso Griebel (CastLabs) - SGAI (fun talk title still to be announced ;)) * Mauricio Alvarez-Mesa (Spin Digital Labs) - Ultra-low latency video encoding: when every millisecond counts Afterwards: food, discussions and chatting Location: Forum Digital Technologies Salzufer 15/16 (inside Lanolin Fabrik), 10587 Berlin Looking forward to see you very soon, Both Stefans

## Wo & Wann? **JEDEN MONTAG** findet die offene Lesebühne des Autorenforums Berlin statt (außer an Feiertagen) **BEGINN**: 20:00 Uhr **ANMELDUNG zum Lesen: ab 19:30 Uhr** beim Moderator des Abends – siehe [Termine](http://autorenforum-berlin.de/wordpress/termine/); Die Teilnahme an der Veranstaltung ist kostenlos. **SCHWARTZSCHE VILLA** **Großer Salon** Direkt am S/U Rathaus Steglitz Grunewaldstr. 55 Der offene Leseabend stellt das Herzstück des Autorenforums e.V. dar. Er steht nicht nur Mitgliedern, sondern grundsätzlich jedem Autor und jeder Autorin offen, der gerne einen unveröffentlichten Text vor Publikum präsentieren möchte. Auch Kritik kann jedermann üben. Wer lieber zuhören möchte, kann einfach am Montagabend um 20.00 in der Schwartzschen Villa erscheinen. Für Lesewillige gilt die unten stehende ausführliche Information (mündliche Anmeldung ab 19:30 Uhr). *Unfortunately at the moment, it's only possible to present German texts. Unpublished texts that are already translated into German are highly welcome!* ## Was erwartet Sie? Im Großen Salon der Schwartzsche Villa treffen Sie auf einen Kreis von Literaturbegeisterten, die Ihrem Text eine ernsthafte und fundierte Kritik spenden. Das Publikum wechselt. Es ist gemischt, geeint durch das Interesse an Texten. Die Autorinnen und Autoren des Abends lesen aus ihren bislang unveröffentlichten Kurzgeschichten, lyrischen Texten, Erzählungen, Romanen, manchmal auch aus Theaterstücken. Die Autoren stellen nicht sich selbst, sondern ihre Texte der Kritik. Wir verstehen uns als Arbeitsbühne. Deshalb wird bei uns nach den Lesungen nicht geklatscht. Die Texte werden nach der Lesung des Autors auf handwerkliche Stärken und Schwächen „abgeklopft“. Es geht im Forum daher nicht um weltanschauliche Debatten. Im Idealfall hat der Autor/die Autorin nach einer Lesung und der Kritik verstanden, wo die Stärken und Schwächen seines Textes liegen, woran es seinem Text noch fehlt, was er ändern sollte und wo er bei seiner Überarbeitung ansetzen kann. Der Abend endet gegen 22.00. Im Anschluss können Sie mit den Autoren im Café der Schwartzschen Villa noch ins Gespräch kommen und manches aus dem Literaturbetrieb erfahren. Wir sind im Kontakt auch mit namhaften Vertretern desselben. Also – nicht gleich verschwinden! Dranbleiben. Reden Sie mit den Forumianern! ## Sie möchten selbst lesen? Wenn Sie selbst im Autorenforum lesen wollen, gibt es einige Dinge zu beachten. Wir bitten Sie sehr herzlich, sich mindestens einmal vor Ihrer ersten Lesung bei uns mit unseren Gegebenheiten vertraut zu machen. Ihren Lesewunsch können Sie dann ab 19.30 Uhr (Einlass) bei der Moderatorin oder dem Moderator eines Leseabends anmelden. **Wir weisen ausdrücklich daraufhin, dass über die Annahme und Reihenfolge der Lesungen die jeweiligen Moderatoren entscheiden und es NICHT zwingend nach der Reihenfolge der Anmeldungen geht!** In der Regel reicht die Zeit nur für drei Autoren je Abend und die Nachfrage ist oft recht hoch. Falls Sie einen lyrischen Text vortragen möchten, bringen Sie bitte mindestens 10 (zehn) Kopien mit, damit Ihr Publikum mitlesen kann. Die Kopien erhalten Sie selbstverständlich zurück. # Wie üben wir Textkritik? Nach der Idee von Maik Turni ## **Anschleichen** **Wie wirkt der Text auf mich?** (Keine Angst vor Adjektiven! ) **Was habe ich gehört?** (Zusammenfassung (Nacherzählung)) **Was blieb unverstanden** (akustisch oder logisch) ## **Unter der Lupe** **Was ist das für ein Text?** (Prosa: Genre? Lyrik: Welche Art lyrischer Text?) **Thema** (Welches Thema berührt der Text? Hat der Autor sein Thema im Griff? Ist es überzeugend/plausibel/gut recherchiert, vielleicht sogar zu faktenreich?) **Figuren** (Wie wirken die Figuren? Wer ist die Hauptfigur? Welches Problem hat die Hauptfigur?) **Perspektive** (Wie verhält sich die Erzählperspektive zum Thema / zu den Figuren?) **Sprache** (Welche Bilder sind stimmig / welche nicht? Was lässt sich zum Rhythmus sagen? Sind die Sätze syntaktisch und grammatikalisch korrekt?) **Dramaturgie** (Schafft der Text es, Spannung zu erzeugen? In welcher Reihenfolge werden die Dinge erzählt?) **Bedeutung** (Gelingt es dem Autor, die Bedeutung, die er seinem Text geben will, auch im Leser entstehen zu lassen?) ## **Klarspüler** Fragen werden an den Text gestellt, nicht an den Autor! Daher sollte der Text antworten. ## **Weichspüler** Wird bei uns nicht verwendet. Aber es gilt: Nicht der Autor wird kritisiert, sondern der Text! Hart zum Text, sanft zum Autor!

Mysore style is a self driven practice with assistance from the teacher on alignments. The Ashtanga flow is pre-defined and required to be followed in the same order. The pace is chosen by the practitioner and achieve what is possible in 90mins. Energetic, synchronized breath and movements make your body flow like water and unveil your true natural energy. You can start Ashtanga with any proficiency level, regardless of age, gender or weight, and build up your skills step by step. Each asana builds from the previous one like a brick creating a firm wall.

## **DNA. presents "ARTISTS MEET UP & JAM SESSION"** ##### **‍**\- a Free & Creative Space for Artists of all kinds to Connect\, Share & Grow\. Together\. ‍ In this space, it's all about community, creativity & collaboration. Whether You're a storyteller, musician, poet, dancer, or visual artist, this space welcomes every form of expression. ‍ > Every respectful person is invited to join. ‍ We talk, we drink, we laugh, we get to know each other & we share our Stories. ‍ **WHEN:**‍ Every Monday 7 - 11 pm ‍ **LINE UP:** DOORS & MEET UP: 7 pm MEET & GREET: 7 - 8 pm JAM SESSION: 8 - 11 pm ATELIER FLOOR (HOUSE MUSIC): 9 - 11 pm + ‍ **SET UP:** for the Jam Session... there is a full band set up available ‍ **WHERE:** [DNA. ART HOUSE](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4XrC8gTPtdDGb3oB6) Wrangelstraße 25 10997 Berlin ‍ ##### **TICKETS:** Box Office: Free for DNA. Members\* / 5e regular (Daily Membership\*\*) **+ FREE ENTRY & FREE DRINK** for Every Artist joining the Jam Session ‍ **SIGN UP:** No signup needed – just come over & be part of our Creative Community. For more info see: [www.dna-artclub.com](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.google.com/url?q%3Dhttp://www.dna-artclub.com%26amp;sa%3DD%26amp;source%3Deditors%26amp;ust%3D1726165890491369%26amp;usg%3DAOvVaw0tJ9La9WXHWzLDW3XsmuEZ&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1726165890529967&usg=AOvVaw2auoUIdwYdu4PnO3_kfvNh) / follow us on IG: [@nightart.club](https://www.instagram.com/nightart.club) :) See Us Soon. Love. DNA. **_____________________________** **\*Members of Dair Night Art e.V. and Subscribers of DNA. Art GbR.** **\*\*By entering the DNA. ART HOUSE, You agree to comply with the [Hausordnung of Dair Night Art e.V.](https://dairnight.com/hausordnung) and [Geschäftsordnung of Dair Night Art e.V.](https://dairnight.com/geschaftsordnung) Please ensure You review these documents thoroughly in advance.** **\*\*\*NOTE: By purchasing a ticket for this event, you grant us permission to integrate your contact data into our Database. This allows us to securely save and utilize your contact information to keep you updated about event details, relevant communications and future events. Your privacy and data security are important to us, and we assure you that your information will be handled with the utmost care and in accordance with our privacy policy = see [https://www.dna-artclub.com/privacy-policy.](https://www.dna-artclub.com/privacy-policy.)** **Thank You for Your understanding and support.**

Sound & Reiki is a deeply calming class designed to restore balance in both body and mind. This session blends gentle sound healing with Reiki energy work to help release tension, clear emotional blockages, and promote inner peace. You will be guided into a restful state while soothing sounds and subtle energy support your body’s natural healing process. Expect slow, intentional moments of stillness, allowing you to reconnect with yourself and leave feeling grounded, lighter, and renewed.

### Open Platform for Writers to connect, share & grow. Together. ‍ We create a safe space to be creative, connect through writing and give and receive feedback from each other. Get ready for bringing in different writing styles and helping each other improve our own writing skills and get to know some new friends.

English below Liebe Nachbarn und Freunde, Kommt vorbei und lernt eure Nachbarn kennen bei einer Runde Wizard, Just One, Dixit, Fluxx, und noch viel mehr. Ihr dürft natürlich eure Lieblingsspiele mitbringen und sie uns beibringen, falls wir sie noch nicht kennen. Teilnahme auf Spendebasis. Wo: offenes Wohnzimmer, Waldenserstr. 13, 10551 Berlin http://www.offeneswohnzimmer.org/ Dear neighbors and friends, The Offenes Wohnzimmer is hosting the next board game night. Come around and meet your neighbors around a game of scrabble, cards and more. You’re welcome to bring your favorite games. Participation donation based 🙂 http://www.offeneswohnzimmer.org/ Anmeldung: tanjaklett@gmx.de oder spontan !

Get ready for the **Superbooth Special** May iteration of our monthly meetup! With the Superbooth trade show bringing many audio enthusiasts and professionals to Berlin, we're seizing the opportunity to host a larger gathering. This month, we're moving to a bigger venue, **ForumFactory**, to accommodate up to 200 attendees, with a special focus on networking and community connection. We have an exciting line-up featuring two talks from industry experts: * **Juanpe Bolívar - CTO at BRONZE** (long talk) In this talk we'll learn about persistence (immutable) data-structures and how they can be used to implement novel software architectures that make our software more efficient and responsive, but also easier to understand and modify. We will also how to efficiently persist these data structures across sessions, a novel technique in Immer, unseen in other implementations, that open the door to all new use-cases. We will also briefly show the Bronze Composer, a complex piece audio software that leverages these techniques. * **Tobias Lønnerød Madsen - moonbase.io** (short talk) Commercialising Audio Plugins - Going From Development to Sales and Beyond Following the talks, there will be ample time dedicated to networking. Come meet other local (and visiting!) audio nerds and C/C++ programmers. Network or talk shop – all levels of skill are welcome in the group. **Food & Drinks:** Free pizza will be provided as usual! Please note: for this special event, **drinks will not be complimentary**. However, there will be a bar at the venue where you can purchase beverages. Doors open at 6 pm, talks will start at 6.30 pm. We're looking forward to seeing many familiar and new faces for this special Superbooth edition!

led by L (Isadora Expert)\* Monthly meet-up for Isadora users in our Berlin studio. Join us as we cover special topics and offer guidance on the projects you are already working on. If you are new to Isadora, we provide a free Isadora 7-Day license to jump start your work. Beginner to advanced. All are welcome! **Isadora** is a software created by and for artists to use interactivity in performance, installations and more. Learn about Isadora [here](https://troikatronix.com/isadora/). **\*L** is a media artist, technical design consultant, multimedia show control programmer, as well as a projection, lighting, interactive technology, and live feed video designer. Their work has most recently been seen at Berliner Festspiele, Nationaltheater Mannheim,Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus, Deutsche Oper, and La MaMa Galleria. They’re particularly interested in using various sensors to use the human body as a source of data for manipulating media

**Coût de l’événement : € 0,50** On se rencontre mardi prochain pour discuter en français dans une ambiance amicale chez le café / resto Spreegold en Prenzlauer Berg, ou on a réservé une table (il faut demander du French Meetup). Le restaurant n'accepte pas les paiements en espèces. Merci et à bientôt! PS: Le coût de **€ 0,50** s'explique par le fait que par le passé, certains participants ont oublié de payer leurs consommations, laissant l'addition aux autres.

​In this special edition of our weekly audio hardware developers meetup, Berlin-based makers will be demoing their DIY creations and 'products-in-progress' at our neighbourhood Neukölln maker space for your enjoyment. We're just a short walk from Berlin's Synth-Mecca SchneidersLaden. ​**In the clean lab** we'll have device "show-and-tell's" and tech-talk **In the dirt lab,** expect short live sets and demonstration-presentations Drinks and snacks for donations (while stocks last) **Special showcases on the night:** \- Johannes from DadaMachines presents TBD \> \- Dorian Jung presents: Pointer g\-1 granular neural effects \- Live set from Servando Barreiro \- Teen Capo \+ Van Ties present pendulum\-in\-progress ...and much more to be confirmed Got something to show or share? Respond to the open call to get involved: [https://forms.gle/BAHKR9pss1o1RacZA](https://forms.gle/BAHKR9pss1o1RacZA?utm_source=luma) for an official slot, or just bring and spontaneously to show on the night) **What is SynthLab?** From hobbyists to commercial producers to first-time audio circuit creators, we offer a supportive environment for building audio hardware together and sharing knowledge. We design and build stuff right here in the space and encourage you to actively join a project or bring your own (no matter how small). You can join the discussion and ask questions over on our discord here. [https://discord.gg/FaxvtcbGab](https://discord.gg/FaxvtcbGab?utm_source=luma) ​​**About FabLab Neukölln** ​​The FabLab Neukölln is a collaboration powered by 42berlin and [workish.berlin](https://workish.berlin/?utm_source=luma). It’s a maker space, creative workshop, and hardware lab, right here in Neukölln. ​​The 150sqm FabLab is split into two. A dirt lab with woodworking and metal working equipment, perfect for making dust and loud noises. Across the hall, you’ll find a clean lab equipped with a 3D printer, laser cutter, and textile lab where your electronics or more delicate projects can come to life. ​​Our space was created to provide fair access to equipment, training, and community for students, experienced makers, and garage inventors alike. What will you come up with? [Apply for the next onboarding session](https://luma.com/fablabnk?k=c&tag=onboarding).

Bienvenue :) Rejoignez-nous si vous parlez français couramment et aimez rencontrer des gens francophones pour bavarder. A bientôt!

### **DNA. Presents "DJ WORKSHOP"** ### **Curious about DJing and ready to try it Yourself?** ‍ This beginner-friendly workshop is Your first real step behind the decks. In 90 minutes, DNA. Member CZECH STRINGS — a multi-genre DJ with 10+ years of experience — walks You through everything You need to know to make Your first mix. No prior knowledge of DJing, music theory, or equipment is required. Zero. ‍ #### **What the workshop covers:** The session starts with the essentials: what a DJ actually does, what their role is, and how it all comes together. From there, CZECH STRINGS explains the gear using the decks available at the spot as a live example, applicable to any DJ setup You might encounter in the future. ‍ #### **You will learn the core technical skills needed for Your first transition:** \* Beatmatching — how to align two tracks in tempo \* Cueing — how to prepare the next track for a seamless entry \* Track structure and phrasing — understanding how tracks are built so You know when to mix The teaching happens live from behind the DJ decks. You can follow from Your seat or gather around and watch up close. CZECH STRINGS demonstrates everything on Electronic Music, but can switch to any other genre on request. The techniques taught apply to all rhythmic music. A part of the session is dedicated to hands-on practice. You will get the chance to step up to the decks and try it Yourself. ‍ #### **Do You need to bring anything?** Nothing is required. If You'd like to bring Your own music on a USB stick, You're welcome to, but it will only work if the stick is formatted as MS-DOS (FAT) / FAT32 and the tracks have been analysed in Rekordbox beforehand. If that means nothing to You right now, don't worry. There's plenty of music ready to go. The atmosphere is supportive, focused, and hands-on. This workshop is for anyone curious about DJing who wants to understand the craft, touch real equipment, and leave with a solid first foundation. ‍ #### **Start where You are. Learn the fundamentals. Find Your sound**. ‍ See You soon. With Love, [CZECH STRINGS](https://www.instagram.com/czechstrings/) & DNA. *** For more insights, follow us on IG: [@nightart.club](https://www.instagram.com/nightart.club) \*Members of Dair Night Art e.V. and Subscribers of DNA. Art GbR.

**RSVP free on the [343 Labs website](https://343labs.de/events/beginner-music-production-workshop-3/) to reserve your seat!** Join us for a free Workshop geared to new producers interested in learning how to create electronic music with Ableton Live. Berlin producer, DJ and 343 Labs instructor Matthew Martinez gives an overview of producing music with Ableton Live including building a beat from scratch. Learn why Ableton Live is such a popular software among electronic music producers. This workshop is designed for beginners, or people who have produced with other software and are interested in getting started with Ableton. There are no prerequisites to joining, we'll meet you at the start of you music production journey. During the event, 343 Labs will be opening its doors for an Open House, where attendees can tour the facilities, learn about 343 Labs courses, and meet some of the instructors. This is a great way to get a feel for the community and programs at 343 Labs, meet fellow producers, and ask any questions you may have about our school.

Central Ohio Radio Enthusiasts—CORE—is an informal community for anyone enthusiastic or curious about radio—whether you're new to radio and want to learn or you've been tinkering for years and want to share. Ham radio operators, GMRS users, Meshtastic fans, software-defined radio nerds, makers, and technical and non-technical folks are all welcome. No experience required or expected. This month we have **Radio Signal Analysis Using SDRs and OpenWebRX+** with **Scott McCrory**. Details are are [core.radio](https://core.radio/).

When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches. * **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason. * **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes. ## Discussion Questions 1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie. 2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?** 3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome? 4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend? 5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles? 6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way? 7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time? 8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?

Join me for a small, mindful photography walk in nature. (**NOTE Time is 9:00 AM EST(Meetup is having technical Issue))** This is a slow, intentional gathering — not focused on fitness or perfect photography — but on simply pausing, observing, and being present. We’ll walk at a gentle pace, with moments of quiet, and a few light prompts to help you notice details you might normally miss. 📷 You don’t need any photography experience — a phone camera is enough. This is also not a business networking event. It’s a calm space to connect with nature and, if it feels natural, with like-minded people. 🌿 What to expect: • A slow-paced, relaxed walk • Moments of silence and observation • Simple reflection prompts 📍 Location: [ Red Trabue Nature Preserve] ⏱ Duration: \~60 minutes This is a small, initial gathering as I begin creating this space through WellGratiVibes — a blend of mindfulness, nature, and quiet connection. If this resonates with you, you’re welcome to join.

Let’s meet, wander the exhibits and open galleries, and enjoy an evening out in the Franklinton Arts District. (Nearby pay parking is available in the garage on McDowell, right around the corner from One Line Coffee, and, past it along the curb as McDowell dead ends.)

This year's Eurovision Song Contest is being held in Vienna, Austria, and the finals are scheduled for 16 May 2026. The [Scandinavian Club of Columbus](https://www.scandiclub.com/) will be co-hosting a viewing party for the final event in conjunction with Germania and the [Columbus Maennerchor](https://www.maennerchor.com/). The delayed televised viewing will take place at the Germania. The program will start around 2:00 p.m. and the singing will **start around 3:00 p.m**. There will be a **cash bar**, and those in attendance can **bring food or snacks** for themselves and or to share with the groups. **Suggested donation: $10/person** to help cover the cost of the venue.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of inspiration, energy, and soul-stirring performance with international speakers and artists Armand and Angelina. This is more than an event—it’s a live concert-style experience of music, message, and mirth that will uplift your spirit and move your heart. From the moment the evening begins, you’ll be immersed in a powerful atmosphere of love, laughter, and transformational sound. Featuring the angelic, heart-opening voice of Angelina—singing across multiple languages—and the dynamic presence of Armand, whose inspiring talks, original compositions, and powerful vocals ignite a passion for life, this is a performance you don’t want to miss. Come out and feel the energy, connect with the message, and experience a night that celebrates love, transformation, and the power of music to move us all. $20 Suggested Love Offering (None shall be turned away) **Bonus Morning Experience** Native Flute Playshop with A & A Thursday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. Come back in the morning for a deeper, hands-on musical experience.