Book Club

At the next UX Vienna Club at **[Das Packhaus](https://daspackhaus.at/en#what-brings-you-here)**, our new event sponsor & partner 🙌 , we ask you to **share how you use AI tools to work more efficiently.** No slides needed, no pressure: just bring your experiences and tell us what you learned, what works for you and what doesn't - or simply come to listen and be inspired by others. The second half of the evening is all about **networking and conversation** over drinks and snacks (donations welcome, please bring some cash 😊). Whether you're looking to practice public speaking, connect with fellow UX professionals, or gain fresh perspectives, this is the perfect evening to do so 🤩. We look forward to seeing you! By participating, you agree that your likeness may be recorded and authorise UX Vienna to use any recording containing your likeness in any medium for any purpose.

Join us for a writing session! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 18:00 on Thursdays at Café Pierre. 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: 18:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 18:15- timer starts 20:00 - (the end) chat / take off / keep writing / discussion group meeting. Café Pierre closes at 24:00 OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens when we're finished and before the writing session starts. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and join us! Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at Café Pierre! 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. Other Important Details: INTERNET: There is WLAN in the café. The staff will tell you the password if you ask them, or just ask me. TRAVEL / PARKING: U3 Neubaugasse, U4 Kettenbrückengasse. If you drive there, remember that Kurzparkzone applies. SEATING INFORMATION: plenty of seats available. It's the big oval table inside, but if the weather is nice in the summertime, we may be found outside. GUIDELINES: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something. Other information: There is no registration process for this meetup. Just click on the meetup you want to attend and then click on the red button "Teilnehmen" or "attend". If that doesn't work, you can attend the writing session anyway.

We welcome questions, curiosity, and the courage to explore ideas, stories, and perspectives a little deeper than usual. No pressure, no judgment-just good food, good people, and conversations that matter. Whether it's pondering life's quirks, sharing unusual experiences, or debating big ideas, this is a safe place to let your inquisitive self shine.

Dear Austrians, **Stable Money?** As simple and harmless as our next topic sounds, it is all but. What is "stable", really? Stable to what exactly? What are the different dimensions of stable? Can money be truly stable? Why is there an illusion of stability? Why do people wish for it? What type of money can be stable? What stabilises money, what destabilises it? What's the role of expectations? Who are the losers of unstable money, who the winners? Our next salon will commence with a short impulse keynote, followed by a Socratic debate. The hosts provide complimentary drinks, you provide your thoughts and questions. As usual, we will meet in the "Hayek Saal" at Vienna's Hayek Institute. I look forward to a lively debate. Yours, Hubertus

## [BOOK HERE!!!!](https://www.universe.com/events/5-weeks-to-funny-stand-up-comedy-course-for-beginners-tickets-VPLWY9?ref=MeetUp) Learn stand-up from scratch! 5-week beginner comedy course in Vienna + live graduation show at The Comedy Pub. No experience needed! Ever dreamed of making people laugh on stage? Now’s your chance. Join our **Beginner Stand-Up Comedy Course** at The Comedy Pub Vienna and go from comedy newbie to confident performer in just five weeks. No experience needed — just curiosity, courage, and a sense of humor. Over five Thursdays, you’ll learn how to write jokes, build a tight 5-minute set, and perform with confidence. Then, at the end of the course, you’ll make your real on-stage debut at our official Graduation Show in front of friends, family, coworkers, and a full Comedy Pub audience. Ever dreamed of making people laugh on stage? Now’s your chance. Join our **Beginner Stand-Up Comedy Course** at The Comedy Pub Vienna and go from comedy newbie to confident performer in just five weeks. No experience needed — just curiosity, courage, and a sense of humor. Over five Thursdays, you’ll learn how to write jokes, build a tight 5-minute set, and perform with confidence. Then, at the end of the course, you’ll make your real on-stage debut at our official Graduation Show in front of friends, family, coworkers, and a full Comedy Pub audience. ## 🎭 What You’ll Learn This hands-on course teaches you the essential building blocks of stand-up comedy: ✔️ **Stage Confidence** Stage presence • body language • microphone skills ✔️ **Audience Connection** Strong openings • rhythm • building rapport ✔️ **Joke Writing Fundamentals** Setups • punchlines • tags • editing your material ✔️ **Storytelling That Works** Structure • pacing • finding your unique point of view ✔️ **Professional Delivery** Timing • voice projection • handling nerves Each session is designed around YOU — your experiences, your personality, your comedic voice. ## 👨‍🏫 Meet Your Instructor: Terence Hartnett @hahartnett Terence Hartnett is a ten-year comedy veteran from New York City whose career spans the U.S. and Europe. Career highlights include: 🌟 Caroline’s on Broadway 🌟 Second City Chicago 🌟 New York Comedy Festival – Comic to Watch 🌟 Sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe 🌟 European tours & NYC comedy special 🌟 Headliner at The Comedy Pub Vienna Terence is known for his supportive, energetic teaching style and his ability to help beginners unlock their authentic comedic voice. ## 👨‍🏫 Meet Your Instructor: Terence Hartnett @hahartnett Terence Hartnett is a ten-year comedy veteran from New York City whose career spans the U.S. and Europe. Career highlights include: 🌟 Caroline’s on Broadway 🌟 Second City Chicago 🌟 New York Comedy Festival – Comic to Watch 🌟 Sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe 🌟 European tours & NYC comedy special 🌟 Headliner at The Comedy Pub Vienna Terence is known for his supportive, energetic teaching style and his ability to help beginners unlock their authentic comedic voice. ## 📘 Course Structure **Lesson 1 – Introducing Yourself** Commanding the stage • microphone technique • first punchlines **Lesson 2 – Your First Joke** Finding material in your life • discovering your style **Lesson 3 – Crafting a Bit** Structuring setups & punchlines • tightening ideas • developing voice **Lesson 4 – Punching It Up** Editing • improving delivery • shaping your full 5-minute set **Lesson 5 – Graduation Show** Your official debut performance on a real comedy night ## ⭐ Why Take This Course? 🌟 Supportive, beginner-friendly environment 🌟 Learn from a working international comedian 🌟 Real feedback & hands-on exercises 🌟 Meet like-minded people 🌟 Join Vienna’s comedy community 🌟 Boost confidence & public speaking skills 🌟 Perform at Vienna’s top comedy club ## 🍻 About The Comedy Pub The Comedy Pub is Vienna’s home for stand-up comedy — a welcoming Irish-pub-style venue with: ✔️ A real stage ✔️ Great drinks ✔️ A friendly international crowd ✔️ A thriving comedy scene It’s the perfect place to begin your comedy journey. ## 🎟️ Reserve Your Spot Spaces are limited — previous courses have sold out. Book your place today and take your first step from shy to funny. For questions, message The Comedy Pub or contact Terence directly. #ComedyClassVienna #StandUpComedyCourse #LearnStandUp #ComedyWorkshopVienna #PublicSpeakingVienna #TheComedyPub #ViennaComedy #GraduationShow #TryStandUp #ComedyTraining #BeginnerComedy #EnglishComedyVienna

Please read everything! Check this event again on the day (weather updates, last‑minute changes, etc.). And please be polite: cancel your RSVP if you cannot attend. *** 👋 **Hello everyone,** Every few years the winery Fuhrgasslhuber is organizing its' cellar festival. \- 25€ \- all you can try \- guided tour through the winery \(5pm\, 6pm\, 7pm\) \- most likely in German but I ll ask if they could do one in English\. \- usually the wine tasting is outside **💶 Participation Fee** 25€ per person to be paid at the wine stand of Mr. Huber **👉 Cash only, please.** **No‑shows will be removed from the group** — let’s keep this community respectful and enjoyable for everyone. **🍷 Join me on this little adventure!** Looking forward to sharing great wines and great company with you. Alexander

🌿 Deutsch unten -- We now offer the following activities, all on Thursday Evenings from 19:00–21:00 🌿 🖌 1st Thursday of the month – Meditation & Drawing Chanting & meditation, followed by creative drawing exercises to expand perception and soften habitual patterns. 🧘 2nd Thursdays of the month – Meditation & Yoga Chanting & meditation, followed by Pranayama, gentle Hatha/Ashtanga-inspired movements to cultivate balance, clarity, and presence. 🕊 3rd Thursday of the month – Meditation in Movement Chanting & meditation, followed by Qigong moving exercises led by Manuel to apply non-dualism while in slow movement. 😇 4th Thursday of the month – Guided Meditation Chanting & meditation, followed by an investigation into our true nature. We will take a Zen koan from the Gateless Gate as a point of departure. 🤫 In case there is a 5th Thursday – Silent Meditation Chanting & meditation, followed by longer periods of silence. ✨ Details • €12 (€10 reduced), cash at the door • Registration through Meetup appreciated, not required • No prior experience needed • Light snacks and drinks available during the breaks 🔗 [www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/](http://www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/) 🏠 Hütteldorferstraße 128, Top 02, 1140 Wien 📧 [jacques.van.engel@gmail.com](mailto:jacques.van.engel@gmail.com) =============================================== 🌿Wir bieten nun folgende Aktivitäten an, jeweils donnerstags von 19:00 bis 21:00 Uhr 🖌 Erster Donnerstag im Monat – Meditation & Zeichnen Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von kreativen Zeichenübungen, um die Wahrnehmung zu erweitern und gewohnheitsmäßige Muster aufzulockern. 🧘 2. Donnerstag im Monat – Yoga & Meditation Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von Pranayama und sanften, von Hatha/Ashtanga inspirierten Bewegungen zur Förderung von Gleichgewicht, Klarheit und Präsenz. 🕊 3. Donnerstag im Monat – Meditation in Bewegung Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von Qigong-Bewegungsübungen unter der Leitung von Manuel, um Non-Dualismus in langsamen Bewegungen zu erforschen. 😇 4. Donnerstag im Monat – Geführte Meditation Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von einer Erkundung unserer wahren Natur. Jacques wird einen Zen-Koan aus dem „Tor ohne Tor“ als Ausgangspunkt nehmen. 🤫 Falls es einen 5. Donnerstag gibt – Stille Meditation Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von längeren Phasen der Stille. ✨ Details • 12 € (ermäßigt 10 €), Barzahlung an der Tür • Anmeldung über Meetup erwünscht, aber nicht erforderlich • Keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich • kleine Snacks & Getränke während der Pausen 🔗 [www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/](http://www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/) 🏠 Hütteldorferstraße 128, Top 02, 1140 Wien 📧 jacques.van.engel@gmail.com

Welcome Book Lovers! Join our Meet Up Group to find like-minded book readers! This event is for everybody interested in listening or sharing new book content or comment on it. You are welcome just to come for inspiration. You definitely don't need to read books at the moment. It is a gathering for everybody to find like-minded people interested in learning something new. :) Feel free to bring your own book with you. The event will take place at the volunteer organisation MUT. It is an organisation to supports humans, animals and the environment especially in Vienna. I am happy to host it there. MUT or the Social Book Club look forward to some donation to cover the cost of this event. If you would like to help, please bring some cash with you. This is the address: Rechte Wienzeile 37, 1040 Wien Walk until the end of the main entrance hall. At the end of the hallway you find a big green gate with a sign of the Social Book Club. Please give your best to be on time so that we can have a nice introduction round together. If you can't attend anymore please cancel the event to give someone else the space to come. :) Check out the Social Book Club Website for more content: https://socialbookclub.de/ Looking forward to seeing you there! :)

A Branch of the **Social Book Club** focusing on International Cinema. I find films based on the taste profile of the cinephiles that regularly attend. We the Lovely Folks of the **Saturday Film Club, are back for the 29th Edition** this Saturday! 🎬🌿🕊️ ☀️ We start at **18:30** hrs. Films chosen for this week are: 🎥 **Either one of these two by Claire Denis — we’ll decide together:** **1\. Chocolat** (1988) A quiet, observant story set in colonial Cameroon. Memory, power, race, and distance — all told with restraint and subtle tension. Slow, reflective, and deeply human. IMDb: 6.8/10 – Runtime: 1h 45m. **OR** **2\. Beau Travail** (1999) A hypnotic, physical film set in the French Foreign Legion. Ritual, masculinity, jealousy, and unspoken desire unfold through movement and silence. Minimal dialogue, maximum atmosphere. IMDb: 7.3/10 – Runtime: 1h 32m. 🍽️ Post Meetup Food at **China Zentrum Stiegengasse!** 😁😁 If you just joined, please fill up this survey so we can better tailor the films we show. [https://forms.gle/juPwhehSV2NosLee9](https://forms.gle/juPwhehSV2NosLee9) **PS -** I can guarantee comfortable seating for 15 people. People in the waitlist can show up as well, because a lot of people sign up but don't show up. The event takes place at the Social Welfare organization called **MUT**. It is an organisation that works on social issues such as Emergency & Homeless Assistance, Food Rescue and Environment Protection. MUT is a non profit organization that provides us with the space to host the event. A small donation towards their cause helps them a lot.

Hi all, We’re going to **Village Cinema Wien Mitte** on **May 1st at 17:30** to watch the film (German version). Please make sure to buy your tickets in advance. My seats are **Row H, places 10–11**. (see photos for this event for details) **The plan:** • Quick meet-up before the film for intros & pics • Head in together • Sit near each other (as best we can) • Optional post-movie wind-down to chat and connect **Dress Code:** A little *Devil Wears Prada* vibe — chic, polished, or slightly elevated everyday style. Miranda, Andy, or just something that makes you feel confident. No pressure, just if you feel like it. Follow us on Instagram: [The Live Club](https://www.instagram.com/the_live_club?igsh=amc4YnVrZHc5MGxk) and [Telegram](https://t.me/TheLiveClub) See you there! Yulia The Live Club

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) You can drop your layers, bags & whatever else at Café Brenner before the run. 📍 Meeting point: 09:55 at Café Brenner (https://share.google/YQ03QVDuYaga5AFRm) – drop your stuff, say hi. 👟 10:00 warm-up starts outside of the building (Superbude) ➡️ Then we head off on the \~5K Prater loop. ☕ Post-run: coffee back at Café Brenner. ❗️🔒 The storage room at Café Brenner will be locked during the run – but please note: Neither Founders Running Club nor Café Brenner does assume any liability. **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Let’s meet for lunch at Gleisgarten! [Website](https://www.gleisgarten.com/)

**Hey everybody!** Do you want to code together, share your projects, or just hang out in a creative atmosphere? Then join us at the **Coding Club @ Jo&Joe Hostel**! We usually start with a short introduction round so everyone can get to know each other. After that, you can: * share your achievements or pet projects (informal, just at the table) * get feedback or inspiration from others * or simply work on your own project alongside the group Bring your laptop (or any device you like to code on) if you want to actively work. Or just come by to connect and get inspired. Please try to be on time so we can kick things off together. Looking forward to seeing you there! 🚀

A chairde! Dear friends! Welcome to another installation of the Saturday night meetup! This week we are visiting another famous Viennese Irish pub; after stuffing ourselves with BBQ on 1st of May 😉, let’s again join together for a pint or 2 of Guiness and loads and loads of craic! ☘️ Sláinte! *Here's this week’s meet-up announcement* 🥁🥁🥁 🌟 💃🏻 *You are invited!* 🕺 🌟 🗓️ 02*.05.26* 🕗 *20:00 o'clock* 🏠 *Dublin Irish Pub* 📍 *Gumpendorferstraße 93, 1060 Wien* Later in the evening, we can go to wherever your heart desires (or wherever U-Bahn can take us) 😉. Please *register* for the event if you're coming. And *deregister* if you can't join. Have a nice week and see you soon. 🤩 Cheers, 🌞 ✨ ✨ https://maps.app.goo.gl/2u14RowK48SKidrx6?g_st=ic

Welcome, readers! Our May read is **_Kindred_ by Octavia E. Butler.** The story follows Dana, a Black woman living in 1976 California, who is suddenly pulled back to a Maryland plantation before the Civil War. She learns her survival is tied to a white slaveholder’s son. Forced to move between centuries, she must endure the brutal realities of slavery while fighting to hold on to her identity. Tense, intimate, and unforgettable, Kindred explores how the past refuses to stay buried. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

Welcome, readers! Our April read is **_Martyr!_ by Kaveh Akbar.** The story follows a young Iranian American poet grappling with grief, addiction, and the aching question of what makes a life meaningful. Drawn into an unexpected friendship with a terminally ill artist, he begins to confront faith, love, and the seduction of self-destruction. Lyrical, darkly funny, and emotionally piercing, the novel wrestles with beauty and despair in equal measure. It’s a story about longing—to be seen, to be forgiven, and to matter. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖