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Coffee & Chat (& Brunch) Come and make new friends this Sunday over a nice coffee & chat (& Brunch), the perfect way to end the weekend. Everyone is welcome, International & Greek, meeting in English (but other languages are welcome) Let's meet at En Aithria from 12 to 16/17. Ask for the coffee group https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecdSiXxg6sT8h6kF7 +32486805343 Whatsapp Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Λίγο πριν ξεκινήσει η νέα εβδομάδα, πάρε μια ανάσα και έλα να γεμίσεις ενέργεια, καθαρότητα και δύναμη μαζί με άλλους άντρες που ψάχνουν το κάτι παραπάνω. Αυτή η συνάντηση είναι για σένα αν θέλεις: * Να μιλήσεις ανοιχτά χωρίς να σε κρίνει κανείς. * Να ακούσεις και να εμπνευστείς από τις ιστορίες των άλλων. * Να βάλεις προτεραιότητες και να ξεκινήσεις τη βδομάδα πιο συνειδητά. Ο κύκλος θα συντονιστεί από έμπειρο coach και η κουβέντα θα έχει ουσία, παρουσία και αληθινή στήριξη — χωρίς συμβουλές, μόνο κατανόηση και ερωτήσεις που πάνε βαθύτερα. **Τι να περιμένεις:** ✨ Μοίρασμα εμπειριών σε κλίμα ασφάλειας και εμπιστοσύνης ✨ Μικροί στόχοι για τη βδομάδα, με στήριξη από την ομάδα ✨ Σύνδεση με αυθεντικότητα και σεβασμό 📍 Χώρος: 42 Zone, Αγ. Αναργύρων 16, Αθήνα 105 54 🪙 Συμμετοχή: 5€/άτομο Έλα όπως είσαι. Εδώ δεν χρειάζεται να αποδείξεις τίποτα σε κανέναν. Ανυπομονώ να τα πούμε από κοντά.

🍵🥐 Coffee · Tea · Brunch Social #2 🚀 Back by Popular Demand | Second Morning Event at Katechaki After an incredible first brunch social, we’re doing it again! The vibe, the conversations, the relaxed daytime energy—it all worked perfectly, and now it’s your chance to join the second edition. 📍 The Space Cozy, independent two-floor venue with character Upper floor lounge: sofas, relaxed setup, large TV Smoker-friendly, intimate area Floor with natural, handmade herbs Amazing team making it all happen 🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📌 Location on Google map https://maps.app.goo.gl/arqwyfy5fHTTvTAC7 ☕ House Support Policy Each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink (coffee or tea) during the event to support the venue. ⚠️ Limited Capacity & Booking Deadline Exclusive, intimate setup Only 10 spots available A few additional spots reserved for other platforms Booking closes Saturday, 7 February — once spots are gone, they’re gone! 📩 How to Join Message me with “Brunch” to secure your seat before the deadline. New energy. New connections. Same incredible atmosphere. Don’t miss brunch social #2—be part of the momentum from the start. — Mamad Your friend and organizer 😁 Our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA== #AthensMeetup #MeetupAthens #AthensBrunch #BrunchInAthens #AthensCoffee #CoffeeInAthens #TeaInAthens #AthensCafe #AthensCafes #CafeCultureAthens #SundayBrunchAthens #WeekendBrunchAthens #SundayInAthens #WeekendInAthens #MorningInAthens #MorningMeetup #BrunchMeetup #CoffeeMeetup #TeaMeetup #SocialMeetupAthens #AthensSocial #AthensSocialLife #MeetNewPeopleAthens #MakeFriendsAthens #AthensHangout #AthensLifestyle #AthensLife #UrbanAthens #AthensWeekend #WeekendVibesAthens #RelaxedVibesAthens #ChillAthens #BrunchLoversAthens #CoffeeLoversAthens #TeaLoversAthens #SundaySocialAthens #WeekendSocialAthens #AthensCommunity #InternationalAthens #ExpatsInAthens #DigitalNomadsAthens #AthensNetworking #CasualMeetup #FriendlyMeetup #OpenMeetupAthens #AthensMorning #BrunchTimeAthens #CoffeeTimeAthens #TeaTimeAthens #ΜeetupΑθήνα #ΣυναντήσειςΑθήνα #ΜπραντςΑθήνα #ΜπραντςΣτηνΑθήνα #ΚαφέςΑθήνα #ΚαφέςΣτηνΑθήνα #ΤσάιΑθήνα #ΚαφέΑθήνα #ΚαφέΣτηνΑθήνα #ΚουλτούραΚαφέ #ΚυριακήΑθήνα #ΚυριακάτικοΜπραντς #ΣαββατοκύριακοΑθήνα #ΠρωινόΑθήνα #ΠρωινήΣυνάντηση #ΜπραντςΣυνάντηση #ΣυνάντησηΚαφέ #ΣυνάντησηΤσαγιού #ΚοινωνικήΣυνάντηση #ΚοινωνικήΖωήΑθήνα #ΓνώρισεΚόσμο #ΚάνεΝέουςΦίλους #ΠαρέαΑθήνα #ΧαλαρήΈξοδος #ΖωήΣτηνΑθήνα #ΑθηναϊκήΖωή #ΑστικήΖωή #ΚυριακάτικηΒόλτα #ΧαλαράΣτηνΑθήνα #ChillΑθήνα #ΜπραντςLovers #CoffeeLovers #TeaLovers #ΚυριακήSocial #SocialΚυριακή #ΚοινότηταΑθήνα #ΔιεθνήςΑθήνα #ΞένοιΣτηνΑθήνα #ΕκπατΑθήνα #ΨηφιακοίΝομάδες #NetworkingΑθήνα #ΧαλαρήΣυνάντηση #ΦιλικήΣυνάντηση #ΑνοιχτήΣυνάντηση #ΠρωινήΑθήνα #ΏραΓιαΜπραντς #ΏραΓιαΚαφέ #ΏραΓιαΤσάι

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 11:00 - quick intros. 11:15 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 12:15 - (the end) chat / take off / keep writing / socialising. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at To Theatron! What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Ideally come with your laptop fully charged in case there are not enough plugs for everyone. Other Important Details: -Theatron is close to the newly-opened metro station Dimotiko Theatro. The tram also stops right outside, and there are several bus stops nearby. -There is a parking service nearby on Kountouriotou 137 if you are unable to find a parking space. -Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

🍵🥐 Coffee · Tea · Brunch Social #2 🚀 Back by Popular Demand | Second Morning Event at Katechaki After an incredible first brunch social, we’re doing it again! The vibe, the conversations, the relaxed daytime energy—it all worked perfectly, and now it’s your chance to join the second edition. 📍 The Space Cozy, independent two-floor venue with character Upper floor lounge: sofas, relaxed setup, large TV Smoker-friendly, intimate area Floor with natural, handmade herbs Amazing team making it all happen 🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📌 Location on Google map https://maps.app.goo.gl/arqwyfy5fHTTvTAC7 ☕ House Support Policy Each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink (coffee or tea) during the event to support the venue. ⚠️ Limited Capacity & Booking Deadline Exclusive, intimate setup Only 10 spots available A few additional spots reserved for other platforms Booking closes Saturday, 7 February — once spots are gone, they’re gone! 📩 How to Join Message me with “Brunch” to secure your seat before the deadline. New energy. New connections. Same incredible atmosphere. Don’t miss brunch social #2—be part of the momentum from the start. — Mamad Your friend and organizer 😁 Our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA==

***Note:*** *We receive bookings from many different platforms, so you can expect a lively group with people joining from all over the world. When you join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl**, you’ll be part of a fun, social crowd ready to explore the city together.* ### Original Athens Pub Crawl – Explore Athens by Night: Looking for the best way to experience Athens nightlife? The **Original Athens Pub Crawl** is the ultimate evening adventure for travelers who want to explore the city after dark, meet new people, and enjoy an unforgettable night out. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups, this crawl takes you through some of Athens’ most exciting nightlife districts, mixing popular venues with hidden local gems. Led by friendly local hosts, you’ll discover Athens in a whole new light—through its buzzing atmosphere, music, and social energy. Expect a night filled with fun activities, interactive games, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow travelers from around the world. Whether you’re here for one night or a full holiday, the Original Athens Pub Crawl guarantees a memorable evening of laughter, culture, and new friendships. **Highlights:** * Experience Athens nightlife with local hosts and fellow travelers * Explore a mix of lively venues, social spots, and hidden gems * Join fun games and activities that keep the energy going all night * Meet new friends from across the globe in a relaxed, friendly setting * A perfect choice for solo adventurers, groups of friends, or party lovers Make your trip to Athens unforgettable—join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl** and dive into the city’s vibrant night scene!

Λίγο πριν ξεκινήσει η νέα εβδομάδα, πάρε μια ανάσα και έλα να γεμίσεις ενέργεια, καθαρότητα και δύναμη μαζί με άλλους άντρες που ψάχνουν το κάτι παραπάνω. Αυτή η συνάντηση είναι για σένα αν θέλεις: * Να μιλήσεις ανοιχτά χωρίς να σε κρίνει κανείς. * Να ακούσεις και να εμπνευστείς από τις ιστορίες των άλλων. * Να βάλεις προτεραιότητες και να ξεκινήσεις τη βδομάδα πιο συνειδητά. Ο κύκλος θα συντονιστεί από έμπειρο coach και η κουβέντα θα έχει ουσία, παρουσία και αληθινή στήριξη — χωρίς συμβουλές, μόνο κατανόηση και ερωτήσεις που πάνε βαθύτερα. **Τι να περιμένεις:** ✨ Μοίρασμα εμπειριών σε κλίμα ασφάλειας και εμπιστοσύνης ✨ Μικροί στόχοι για τη βδομάδα, με στήριξη από την ομάδα ✨ Σύνδεση με αυθεντικότητα και σεβασμό 📍 Χώρος: 42 Zone, Αγ. Αναργύρων 16, Αθήνα 105 54 🪙 Συμμετοχή: 5€/άτομο Έλα όπως είσαι. Εδώ δεν χρειάζεται να αποδείξεις τίποτα σε κανέναν. Ανυπομονώ να τα πούμε από κοντά.

🍵🥐 Coffee · Tea · Brunch Social #2 🚀 Back by Popular Demand | Second Morning Event at Katechaki After an incredible first brunch social, we’re doing it again! The vibe, the conversations, the relaxed daytime energy—it all worked perfectly, and now it’s your chance to join the second edition. 📍 The Space Cozy, independent two-floor venue with character Upper floor lounge: sofas, relaxed setup, large TV Smoker-friendly, intimate area Floor with natural, handmade herbs Amazing team making it all happen 🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📌 Location on Google map https://maps.app.goo.gl/arqwyfy5fHTTvTAC7 ☕ House Support Policy Each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink (coffee or tea) during the event to support the venue. ⚠️ Limited Capacity & Booking Deadline Exclusive, intimate setup Only 10 spots available A few additional spots reserved for other platforms Booking closes Saturday, 7 February — once spots are gone, they’re gone! 📩 How to Join Message me with “Brunch” to secure your seat before the deadline. New energy. New connections. Same incredible atmosphere. Don’t miss brunch social #2—be part of the momentum from the start. — Mamad Your friend and organizer 😁 Our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA== #AthensMeetup #MeetupAthens #AthensBrunch #BrunchInAthens #AthensCoffee #CoffeeInAthens #TeaInAthens #AthensCafe #AthensCafes #CafeCultureAthens #SundayBrunchAthens #WeekendBrunchAthens #SundayInAthens #WeekendInAthens #MorningInAthens #MorningMeetup #BrunchMeetup #CoffeeMeetup #TeaMeetup #SocialMeetupAthens #AthensSocial #AthensSocialLife #MeetNewPeopleAthens #MakeFriendsAthens #AthensHangout #AthensLifestyle #AthensLife #UrbanAthens #AthensWeekend #WeekendVibesAthens #RelaxedVibesAthens #ChillAthens #BrunchLoversAthens #CoffeeLoversAthens #TeaLoversAthens #SundaySocialAthens #WeekendSocialAthens #AthensCommunity #InternationalAthens #ExpatsInAthens #DigitalNomadsAthens #AthensNetworking #CasualMeetup #FriendlyMeetup #OpenMeetupAthens #AthensMorning #BrunchTimeAthens #CoffeeTimeAthens #TeaTimeAthens #ΜeetupΑθήνα #ΣυναντήσειςΑθήνα #ΜπραντςΑθήνα #ΜπραντςΣτηνΑθήνα #ΚαφέςΑθήνα #ΚαφέςΣτηνΑθήνα #ΤσάιΑθήνα #ΚαφέΑθήνα #ΚαφέΣτηνΑθήνα #ΚουλτούραΚαφέ #ΚυριακήΑθήνα #ΚυριακάτικοΜπραντς #ΣαββατοκύριακοΑθήνα #ΠρωινόΑθήνα #ΠρωινήΣυνάντηση #ΜπραντςΣυνάντηση #ΣυνάντησηΚαφέ #ΣυνάντησηΤσαγιού #ΚοινωνικήΣυνάντηση #ΚοινωνικήΖωήΑθήνα #ΓνώρισεΚόσμο #ΚάνεΝέουςΦίλους #ΠαρέαΑθήνα #ΧαλαρήΈξοδος #ΖωήΣτηνΑθήνα #ΑθηναϊκήΖωή #ΑστικήΖωή #ΚυριακάτικηΒόλτα #ΧαλαράΣτηνΑθήνα #ChillΑθήνα #ΜπραντςLovers #CoffeeLovers #TeaLovers #ΚυριακήSocial #SocialΚυριακή #ΚοινότηταΑθήνα #ΔιεθνήςΑθήνα #ΞένοιΣτηνΑθήνα #ΕκπατΑθήνα #ΨηφιακοίΝομάδες #NetworkingΑθήνα #ΧαλαρήΣυνάντηση #ΦιλικήΣυνάντηση #ΑνοιχτήΣυνάντηση #ΠρωινήΑθήνα #ΏραΓιαΜπραντς #ΏραΓιαΚαφέ #ΏραΓιαΤσάι

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 11:00 - quick intros. 11:15 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 12:15 - (the end) chat / take off / keep writing / socialising. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at To Theatron! What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Ideally come with your laptop fully charged in case there are not enough plugs for everyone. Other Important Details: -Theatron is close to the newly-opened metro station Dimotiko Theatro. The tram also stops right outside, and there are several bus stops nearby. -There is a parking service nearby on Kountouriotou 137 if you are unable to find a parking space. -Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

🍵🥐 Coffee · Tea · Brunch Social #2 🚀 Back by Popular Demand | Second Morning Event at Katechaki After an incredible first brunch social, we’re doing it again! The vibe, the conversations, the relaxed daytime energy—it all worked perfectly, and now it’s your chance to join the second edition. 📍 The Space Cozy, independent two-floor venue with character Upper floor lounge: sofas, relaxed setup, large TV Smoker-friendly, intimate area Floor with natural, handmade herbs Amazing team making it all happen 🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📌 Location on Google map https://maps.app.goo.gl/arqwyfy5fHTTvTAC7 ☕ House Support Policy Each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink (coffee or tea) during the event to support the venue. ⚠️ Limited Capacity & Booking Deadline Exclusive, intimate setup Only 10 spots available A few additional spots reserved for other platforms Booking closes Saturday, 7 February — once spots are gone, they’re gone! 📩 How to Join Message me with “Brunch” to secure your seat before the deadline. New energy. New connections. Same incredible atmosphere. Don’t miss brunch social #2—be part of the momentum from the start. — Mamad Your friend and organizer 😁 Our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA==

***Note:*** *We receive bookings from many different platforms, so you can expect a lively group with people joining from all over the world. When you join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl**, you’ll be part of a fun, social crowd ready to explore the city together.* ### Original Athens Pub Crawl – Explore Athens by Night: Looking for the best way to experience Athens nightlife? The **Original Athens Pub Crawl** is the ultimate evening adventure for travelers who want to explore the city after dark, meet new people, and enjoy an unforgettable night out. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups, this crawl takes you through some of Athens’ most exciting nightlife districts, mixing popular venues with hidden local gems. Led by friendly local hosts, you’ll discover Athens in a whole new light—through its buzzing atmosphere, music, and social energy. Expect a night filled with fun activities, interactive games, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow travelers from around the world. Whether you’re here for one night or a full holiday, the Original Athens Pub Crawl guarantees a memorable evening of laughter, culture, and new friendships. **Highlights:** * Experience Athens nightlife with local hosts and fellow travelers * Explore a mix of lively venues, social spots, and hidden gems * Join fun games and activities that keep the energy going all night * Meet new friends from across the globe in a relaxed, friendly setting * A perfect choice for solo adventurers, groups of friends, or party lovers Make your trip to Athens unforgettable—join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl** and dive into the city’s vibrant night scene!

Book your place at www.basketble.com Time: 17.00-18.30 (Athens Time) Duration: 1.5 hours Price: 10 Euros (payment at the basketball court) Facilities: Underground parking Game Setup (depending on the number of players) 3 teams of 5 players playing against each other Winner stays on but maximum 2 games 7 minute games You can play in the same team with your friends or we will place you in a team Come Out and Play!

Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

As you may or may not know--I didn't until late last year--Aristotle wrote extensively on "friendship" in the Nicomachean Ethics. After 69 years the concept of friendship still creates questions and uncertainty. I had close friends in high school and for a few years after high school but our interests diverged and people moved all over the country so it was hard to maintain connections. * So if I/you haven't talked with a friend for several years, are you still friends? Are we friends who meet at Drunken Philosophy or Omnipresent Atheists? * Can you be friends with someone with whom you have virulently divergent political views? Sartre and Camus could not. * Aristotle regarded friendship as essential to a good life, not merely an added "bonus." Do you agree? * In the Nicomachean Ethics (Books VIII and IX), he claims that wealth and power are meaningless without friends. Trump has wealth and power but seems to have no real friends, but wealth and power seem meaningful to him in perverted ways. Can you have meaning in your life without friends? * Do men and women view and maintain friendships in different ways? * Aristotle categorizes friendship into three types, based on what forms the bond: * **Utility**: Based on mutual benefit, but this type is fragile and ends when the usefulness ceases. * **Pleasure**: Based on shared enjoyment (e.g., humor, hobbies). Common among youth but fades as interests change. * **Virtue (The "Complete" Friendship)**: Based on mutual respect for each other's character and goodness. You wish good for the other for their sake, not yours. * **Key Principles of "True" (Virtuous) Friendship:** * **Permanence**: Virtuous friendships last a lifetime whereas those based on utility and pleasure are fleeting. * **Reciprocity**: Requires mutual goodwill; secret or unreciprocated affection does not qualify. * **The "Second Self"**: A true friend is "another self"—their virtue helps you understand and improve yourself. * **Time and Intimacy**: Deep ("complete") friendships are few, built on time and shared experiences. * **Self-Love and Friendship:** * Good friendship starts with being a friend to yourself. * They distinguish shallow egoism (chasing honors) from real self-love (pursuing virtue). * A virtuous person’s pleasant self-company allows them to be a stable, good friend to others. * Aristotle argues that one's social circle ultimately reflects one's character—a view with striking relevance today. Well--the Drunken Philosophy social circle certainly reflects good character!

Let's check out a Popular Astronomy and Science Based Film at COSI Science Center on their HUGE 360 Degree 4K Spherical Dome Screen Theater, in which is touring the nation and has already sold over 10,000 tickets! COSI is one of the leading Science Centers in America. Alan Watts was one of the Most Influential Amateur Astronomers of the 20th Century and held fascinating views of the Galaxy. Tickets are only $33 plus a small fee and taxes and can be purchased here: [Trust the Universe: Immersive Dome Show](https://www.sphericalpictures.com/tickets) PLEASE purchase tickets for the 8:15 PM Feature on Friday, February 13. There seem to be at least 10 tickets left, possibly more. We should be able to sit together in the same row or at least in the general section. This is an exciting chance to view actual footage of the Solar System on a Large 4k Resolution Screen plus added in Cosmological and Astronomical Related Philosophy! We will plan on meeting at about 7:50 PM by the Atomic Cafe on the first Floor of COSI, where the Movie Theater is located, in order to give us time before the show starts to purchase refreshments. Parking is available at the COSI Garage and in the area on side streets and adjacent garages. We can also walk somewhere in the area and get food afterwards, if anyone wants to do so. Thanks and hope to see you come out!

**Photography 101: Discover The Photographer Within** **Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your camera? Then this beginning photography course is perfect for you!** This beginner-friendly photography class is your gateway to unlocking the power of your camera and developing a confident artistic vision. This course offers an engaging and practical approach to essential techniques and creative principles for impactful photography. We will explore the use of camera settings, composition, and light to tell a story that evokes emotion in the viewer. **Through hands-on exercises and insightful lessons, you will learn to:** * **Master Your Camera:** Learn fundamental camera functions, including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, so you can confidently control exposure and creative effects in any lighting situation. * **Compose Captivating Images:** Explore and apply classic composition principles like the rule of thirds, leading lines, and framing to create visually appealing and impactful photographs. * **Harness the Power of Light:** Understand how different light sources (natural and artificial) affect your images and learn to manipulate them to create mood, texture, and enhance the overall quality of your photos. * **Control Focus and Depth of Field:** Discover how to effectively utilize depth of field to isolate your subject and achieve captivating background blur (bokeh) or ensure sharpness throughout your landscape shots. * **Work with Lenses and Filters:** Explore the impact of various lens types and focal lengths on photographs and learn how filters can add creative control and protection. **This class provides the foundation needed to confidently create high-quality images and begin a photographic journey, regardless of the camera used.** **Prerequisites:** * A camera (film, DSLR, or mirrorless) that has manual controls is required. Hands-on exercises make having the camera in class highly beneficial. You will need at least one lens to evaluate the results of control exercises. * You may attend this class in one of two ways: 1. With a class voucher provided by your retail camera store 2. Purchasing a seat in the class

The topic for February is "Transitions" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

**Photography 102: A Deeper Dive Into Photography** **Are you ready to dig deeper into photography? Then this intermediate photography course is perfect for expanding your knowledge of photography!** This intermediate photography class builds upon the foundational knowledge acquired in the Photography 101 class. It focuses on empowering students to move beyond automatic camera modes and take greater creative control over their images. This course uses an engaging and practical hands-on approach to reinforcing these newer and more advanced photographic concepts. **Through hands-on exercises and insightful lessons, you will learn:** * **Master More Advanced Camera Settings** * **Aperture and F-stops:** Understanding how aperture controls depth of field and using it to create blurry backgrounds (shallow depth of field) for portraits or sharp focus throughout a landscape (deep depth of field). * **Shutter Speed:** Learning to utilize shutter speed to freeze fast action or intentionally blur motion for artistic effects. * **ISO:** Exploring ISO settings for optimal image quality in different lighting conditions, understanding the trade-off between sensitivity and potential image noise/grain. * **Exposure Modes:** Beyond "Auto", understanding and utilizing manual (M), aperture-priority (A or Av), shutter-priority (S or Tv), and program (P) modes for specific shooting scenarios. * **White Balance:** Learn how to effectively set white balance controls to represent colors in varying lighting conditions properly. * **Metering and Exposure Compensation:** Understanding how the camera measures light and how to use exposure compensation to fine-tune exposure for desired results. * **On-Camera Flash Basics:** Gaining a basic understanding of when and how to use the built-in flash or external flash units effectively. * **Advanced Concepts and Techniques** * **Composition Beyond the Basics:** Looking at some more advanced composition concepts and taking a deeper look at the Elements of Design, learning to use space more effectively, controlling the elements of the scene that are drawing attention, and mastering visual weight. * **Lighting Beyond Natural Light:** Introduction to artificial lighting, such as off-camera flash, reflectors, and softboxes, to control and shape light for different effects. * **Basic Image Editing:** An introduction to photo editing software like Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, covering essential tools for adjusting brightness, contrast, color, and sharpness. * **Developing a Personal Style:** Exploring ways to refine a unique artistic voice and create a consistent photographic style. **This class provides the next step in the path to becoming a more proficient and artistic photographer, allowing for more advanced usage of the camera system.** **Prerequisites:** * A camera (film, DSLR, or mirrorless) that has manual controls is required. Hands-on exercises make having the camera in class highly beneficial. You will need at least one lens to evaluate the results of control exercises. * You may attend this class in one of two ways: 1. With a class voucher provided by your retail camera store 2. Purchasing a seat in the class