Book Writing

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

American novelist and screenwriter Luke Goebel will be visiting Barcelona to talk with us about his new novel KILL DICK. He will be in conversation with author Josh Denslow. Dark, satirical, and razor-sharp, Kill Dick is a modern literary thriller that unflinchingly dissects wealth, exploitation, and the perilous line between survival and self-destruction. “An insane portrait of L.A. in the vein of Easton Ellis and Didion… you never want to look away.” —Sophia June, Playboy “Captures the burning zeitgeist of our times.” —Kimberly King Parsons "A Lynch- and Kubrick-inspired portrait of Los Angeles.” —Kirkus Reviews ## About the speakers: **Luke Goebel** is an acclaimed author and screenwriter celebrated for his unflinching honesty and innovative storytelling. A recipient of the prestigious Ronald Sukenick Innovative Fiction Prize and the Joan Scott Memorial Fiction Award, his debut novel, Fourteen Stories, None of Them Are Yours, garnered critical acclaim for its innovative and precisely lyrical, profoundly resonant exploration of love, grief, and the restless search for identity. Goebel also co-wrote Eileen, starring Anne Hathaway and McKenzie Thompson, and Causeway, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Brian Tyree Henry (who received an Oscar nomination for his performance). He is known as well as his role as co-editor at The New York Tyrant and work with Tyrant Books. **Josh Denslow** is the author of three books, including most recently Magic Can't Save Us. His most recent short stories have appeared in Electric Literature's The Commuter, The Rumpus, and Okay Donkey, among others. He is the Email Marketing Manager for [Bookshop.org](http://bookshop.org/), and he has read and edited for SmokeLong Quarterly for over a decade. He currently lives in Barcelona with his family.

Con este club queremos ofrecer un espacio que recupere y reivindique la producción poética. Una vez al mes nos reuniremos para comentar y leer en voz alta los poemas del libro escogido para cada sesión. El tercer libro seleccionado es 'Río herido' de @cerquitadelasnubes, editado por @estonoesberlin. 🏞️ Acerca del libro: Con 'Río herido' (2016), el primer libro de Daniela Catrileo, la autora inauguró una voz marcada por la memoria, el territorio y la identidad. Posteriormente publicó 'Guerra florida' (2018), reconocido con el Premio Municipal de Literatura de Santiago, y la novela 'Piñen' (2019), distinguida por el Ministerio de las Culturas como Mejor Obra Literaria de su país. 'Chilco' (2023) consolidó su proyección dentro de la literatura latinoamericana contemporánea y ha sido traducida a varios idiomas. ¡Les esperamos! 🌸

Déjate llevar por las palabras y el paladar 🤤🧐 En este taller exploraremos cómo el gusto despierta la memoria y cómo esos destellos pueden convertirse en escritura. Descubre una forma de escribir entretenida e intuitiva, acompañada de tiramisú y buen café en Tiramisú House (Metro Badal). No se necesita experiencia previa. Imparte Josefina Frías, escritora y tallerista chilena, y fundadora de @lasmensajeras.club Precio: €22 (incluye tiramisú) Hora: 18:30a 20:30hrs \*Sesión individual Dirección: Av. Madrid, 51, Les Corts

**La Pedrera** presenta **«Els Nabís: de Bonnard a Vuillard»**, la primera gran mostra a Barcelona dedicada de manera exclusiva a aquest moviment clau de la modernitat artística. L’exposició reuneix una àmplia selecció d’obres realitzades entre *finals del segle XIX i inicis del segle XX*, i proposa un recorregut que **permet descobrir els principis estètics i conceptuals d’un grup fonamental en la transició entre l’impressionisme i les primeres avantguardes.** L’art dels nabís convida a una mirada *atenta i sensible*. A través del *color, la forma i el ritme compositiu*, les obres exploren el caràcter decoratiu de la pintura i la seva capacitat per integrar-se en la vida quotidiana. El visitant s’endinsa en un univers on *pintura, arts decoratives i arquitectura* dialoguen constantment, i on **l’art es concep com una experiència global.** Més enllà d’una exposició, «Els Nabís: de Bonnard a Vuillard» ofereix **una oportunitat única** per redescobrir l’imaginari creatiu d’un moviment que va defensar **la unitat de l’art i va obrir el camí cap a la modernitat**, en plena sintonia amb l’arquitectura modernista de La Pedrera. *A on? Quan?* **DATA :** 15/05/2026 – **HORA :** 11:15h – **LLOC :** La Pedrera ([Pg. de Gràcia, 92, Eixample, 08008 Barcelona](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x12a4a293998ae1d5:0xc49fa3624f371e6a?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)) **PREU:** 20€ **PREU VIP:** 19€ *COM RESERVAR PLAÇA?* **✔** Et pots apuntar directament per la nostra pagina principal ([https://culturaiocibarcelona.com/activitats/els-nabis-de-bonnard-a-vuillard](https://culturaiocibarcelona.com/activitats/els-nabis-de-bonnard-a-vuillard/)/). **✔** A la mateixa pagina pots realitzar el pagament a traves d’una plataforma segura amb tarjeta, PayPal, BIZUM o transferencia bancaria. Si no ho fas per la WEB pots fer transferencia bancaria al següent nº de compte bancari : **COMPTE:** ES4401820846420201850639 BBVA, Maria Vallverdú Segura o **Bizum:** Maria Vallverdú Segura 629813322 – **referència:** NABIS, i el teu nom + COGNOM **APUNTAR-SE SENSE REALITZAR EL PAGAMENT NO ASSEGURA PLAÇA A L’ACTIVITAT.** *\*No es faran devolucions en cas de no presentar-se a l’activitat o no avisar de la NO asistencia 48 hores abans de l’activitat.* Per qualsevol dubte ens pots enviar un missatge a través de la web, al mail gaudeixsensepressa@gmail.com o al Whatsapp d’informació i reserves 650 83 54 70. SI ETS VIP, POTS UTILITZAR EL CODI DE DESCOMPTE “SOCVIP25” A LA PÀGINA DE COMPRA, EN FER LA COMANDA ES FARÀ AUTOMÀTICAMENT EL DESCOMPTE.

**El exceso de conocimiento ¿es una forma sutil de ignorancia? La sabiduría ¿puede existir sin transformación interior? ¿Qué es tener cultura si no se encarna en la acción? ¿Qué significa realmente “entender” algo?** En este tiempo donde el ruido eclipsa la verdad y la prisa ahoga la reflexión surge un espacio reservado para quienes buscan algo más profundo: comprender, cuestionar y transformar. Este simposio es un encuentro **premium, selecto y de alta exigencia intelectual**, concebido para quienes desean ir más allá de lo superficial y adentrarse en la esencia del pensamiento humano. No se tratar de acumular conocimiento e información sin sentido. Aquí **se cultiva Comprensión profunda**. **Una exploración sin concesiones.** Proponemos una **tertulia de alto nivel** donde cada idea será tratada con el rigor y la profundidad que merece. Una simple frase de uno de los grandes sabios de la historia no se dejará pasar por alto: será **desgranada, cuestionada, analizada desde múltiples perspectivas y llevada hasta sus últimas consecuencias**, extrayendo de ella el máximo aprendizaje posible. Porque la verdadera sabiduría no está en la cantidad de ideas… sino en la **profundidad con la que somos capaces de comprenderlas**. **Alianza – 4 Organizadores de evento** Cuatro voces conducirán este viaje intelectual y espiritual: ***Alexander Pérez — El Fundador del Club de las Mentes Brillantes***: Representa el impulso creador, la voluntad de reunir lo disperso y dar forma a un espacio donde la sabiduría pueda florecer. ***Edward*** ***Martin **—** El*** ***Intelectual*** ***Reflexivo*** ***con*** ***la*** ***cabeza*** ***en*** ***el*** ***cielo **y** los*** ***pies*** ***en*** ***el*** ***suelo***: Analítico, profundo y preciso. No busca agradar ni endulzar los oídos: dirá lo que necesitas escuchar, sin filtros, pero con una elegancia y claridad que invitan a pensar en lugar de reaccionar. **Miguel** **Pou** — **La** **Consciencia** **con** **la** **Naturaleza**: **Portador** **del** **equilibrio** **y** **la** **armonía**. Su perspectiva integra al ser humano con el todo, recordando que la sabiduría también se siente, se respira y se vive. ***Jesús*** ***Barberán **—** Especialista*** ***en*** ***disciplinas*** ***orientales*** ***y*** ***Taoísta***. Guardián de la fluidez, el desapego y el camino interior. Su voz introduce la esencia de Oriente en el diálogo. **La Experiencia** Una tertulia íntima y transformadora donde: 👀 Se confrontan y conectan distintas corrientes filosóficas. - Se profundiza en conceptos clave hasta su núcleo esencial. 🛝Se traduce la sabiduría antigua en herramientas prácticas actuales. - Se genera un espacio de reflexión auténtica, sin prisas ni superficialidad. **¿Qué te llevarás?** Participar en este encuentro te permitirá: ♟️ Desarrollar una mente más aguda, crítica y profunda. - Aprender a pensar con claridad en un mundo saturado de ruido. 🧘‍♀️ Integrar enseñanzas milenarias en tu vida cotidiana. - Elevar tu nivel de conciencia y comprensión. 🏆 Fortalecer tu criterio y tu autonomía intelectual. - Vivir con mayor coherencia, propósito y serenidad. 🀄 Acceder a una forma de aprendizaje más rica, pausada y transformadora. **Un llamado a los buscadores** Este no es un evento para todos. Es para quienes buscan profundidad en consciencia. Es para quienes valoran el pensamiento riguroso. Es para quienes están dispuestos a ir más allá de la superficie. **La sabiduría no se encuentra… se conquista.** Y en este lugar comienza ese camino. **PUNTO DE ENCUENTRO**: Plaça de Josep Maria Folch i Torres de 18:45 a 19:00. Después nos movemos a una sala situada a 2 minutos. **COSTE**: 7€ (con una bebida incluida)

[ENG] **Please read the full description for details on booking.** On this guided tour with a difference, discover how to live life lucidly in the present moment, open to your senses, listen to yourself and start to be your own guide! Using a walk through the streets of Barcelona as practice, I will guide you in a mindfulness meditation which will help you get out of your head, bringing attention to your senses and the felt sensations in the body, stepping into deeper awareness of yourself, making your experience of the city even more magical and vibrant. We will begin our time together in the hidden oasis of carrer d’Allada Vermell, in the barrio of El Born, with an initial guided meditation. From this point of connection to yourself, anchored in the present, will we continue the practice walking through El Born with its winding streets and surprises around every corner. On our magical tour of sensorial delights, lasting approximately 2 hours, we will take in such places as the Palau de la Musica, Casa Perris, Funky Baker, Santa Maria del Mar and Santa Caterina Market, ending up at a nearby square for a chat about your experience. Take the opportunity on your trip to tune into yourself and see how things start to unfold magically! Leave your guidebook at home, instead come into your senses and discover your inner guide! The experience is suitable for single travellers and includes a tea or coffee and delicious pastry. Please note, this is a paid tour. For more details and to book: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1562789 or https://www.eventbrite.es/e/magical-mindfulness-tour-of-the-senses-el-born-barcelona-tickets-916187099277 *** [ESP] **Por favor, leerlo la descripcion entero para detalles de reservacion.** En este tour guiada única, descubre cómo vivir la vida con lucidez en el momento presente, ábrete a tus sentidos, escúchate a ti mismo y comenzar a ser tu propio guía. Mientras paseamos por las calles de Barcelona, te guiaré en una meditación de atención plena (Mindfulness) que te ayudará a salir de tu cabeza, poniendo la atención sobre tus sentidos y las sensaciones en el cuerpo, entraras en una conciencia más profunda de ti mismo, dándote una experiencia de la ciudad aún más mágica y vibrante. Comenzaremos nuestro tiempo juntos en el oasis escondido de la calle d'Allada Vermell, en el barrio de El Born con una meditación guiada inicial. Desde este punto de conexión contigo mismo, anclado en el presente, continuaremos la práctica caminando por el barrio con sus sorpresas en cada esquina. En nuestro recorrido mágico de delicias sensoriales, que dura aproximadamente 2 horas, visitaremos lugares como el Palau de la Música, Casa Perris, Funky Baker, la Basílica de Santa María del Mar y el Mercado de Santa Caterina, terminando en una plaza cercana para conversar sobre tu experiencia. ¡Aprovecha la oportunidad en tu viaje para sintonizarte contigo mismo y ver cómo las cosas comienzan a desarrollarse con magia! ¡Deja tu guía en casa, en su lugar, entra en tus sentidos y descubre tu guía interior! La experiencia es adecuada para viajeros individuales e incluye un té o café y delicioso pastel. Esto es un tour pagado. Para mas info y reservar: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1562789 o https://www.eventbrite.es/e/magical-mindfulness-tour-of-the-senses-el-born-barcelona-tickets-916187099277

A fun, challenging & diverse movie trivia quiz in conjunction with the release of an independent illustrated book of film facts. Hosted by[ ](http://johnrooneyillustration.com/)**[John Rooney Illustration](http://johnrooneyillustration.com/)** **About the author:** John Rooney is an illustrator from Derry, Ireland. He hasn't stopped drawing since the age of three. His art is inspired by interesting people, nature & wildlife, architecture, cult films, comic books, 1980's cartoons and those big space ships from Star Wars. He has lived in Berlin, New York, New Zealand, Dublin and has now settled in Barcelona as a full time freelance illustrator & designer. He does not plan to stop drawing anytime soon. **About the book:** **'An Illustrated Book of Pointless Movie Facts'** A book every film buff will relish! Choc full of surprising and pointless facts illustrated by self confessed movie nut and artist John Rooney. Do you know what actors were originally supposed to play the ghostbusters? Or which film first showed a toilet flushing on screen? Discover the answers and learn many more silly film facts flicking through this humourlessly illustrated one of a kind book.

[Follow us on Instagram! ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnchatnchapters?igsh=aXkycTJsdTNzaHN3) 📷 [Join our WhatsApp group!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGcQUlOiwM69tuPm6hBwNt) 📞 Are you guilty of collecting books without finishing them? Struggling to carve out time to delve into that novel you started ages ago? Distractions abound or work piling up? Well, here's a beautiful opportunity: Dive into a unique experience with our Reading Party concept, as featured in the **NY Times**. Picture this: an hour of silent reading followed by lively discussions about the books we've brought along. It's not your typical book club—it's a chance to dust off those neglected novels and party with fellow bookworms! Join Barcelona Reading Party every **two Sundays** at **CRAI UPF** in **CIUTADELLA**. Sunday's is perfect for those who would like to relax before the new work week! Leave your phone on silent and immerse yourself in the joy of reading. Here's the plan: 📕 ***5:00 PM - Arrival*** Arrive early, chat with fellow book lovers, and perhaps snag the best reading spot. 👓 ***5:10 PM - 6:10 PM - Reading Time*** Quietly dive into your book of choice. Feel free to join in whenever you arrive. 📚 ***6:10 PM - 7:10 PM - Book Chats*** Engage in lively conversations about your current reads with other attendees. It's like speed dating, but for bookworms! **Don't forget to bring your book!** *It's a chance to connect with fellow book lovers, swap literary treasures, and engage in thought-provoking discussions in a cozy setting. All are welcome, whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey. Get ready for an evening filled with books, tea, and stimulating conversations.*

At **The Book Club**, you can meet smart, loving, and ambitious individuals that care about their personal growth and future. ❤️We are dedicated to creating a safe space to hold deep, respectful, and loving conversations & connections.❤️ * Bring a book that impacted your life and beliefs. * Even if you don't have a book with you, you are still welcome to come and join us to learn and share your ideas. * Everyone with Positive Intentions is welcome! * Discussions are usually in English \*\*Planning - NO MORE ENTRIES ALLOWED AFTER 17:15 \*\* PLEASE RVPS on meetup and update your attendance if something changes * 17:00 - Gathering and Getting to know each other * 17:15 - Starting the book/deep conversations * 17:40 to 17:55 - End of Conversations + Debrief * 17:55 - Hugs and/or Good-byes We usually sit on the ground in the park, so we recommend you to bring a blanket, pillow or something comfortable to sit on and now that it is a bit colder also something to keep you warm. Also, feel free to bring a mini snacks for yourself (or if you want to share, like nuts or fruit) **Location:** Please check the Meetup location (pin) on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZoYxafoC5hYRHBZe7 The exact location, as always, will be sent in our whatsapp group on the same day, usually between 15 and 5 minutes before the event starts. The park is not big, we will always be in part of the park closer to the metro station Arc de Triumph or Marina station, April/May 2026 update: there are some construction works so we will be a bit more "inside" the park check the Google Maps link for a very good estimate of the exact location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZoYxafoC5hYRHBZe7 How to recognize us: you will see a white and green blanket with at least one book on it and at least another blanket. In the very unlikely case something changes or if you can´t find us, **Join our WhatsApp group to connect with us!** [Join Our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HLtdFaaBCiK9bpmNvhQijm) **( We don't spam, promised.).** **IMPORTANT:** ️️️As the weather has been a bit rainy in the last months, please notice the following️️️: \- During the winter months and when the weather seems rainy\, I’ll be keeping the group size smaller\. This way\, if it rains\, we can comfortably move to a café together\. \- If the weather is fantastic\, you’re very welcome to join us even if the participant limit has already been reached \(as long as you arrive on time because once the event starts I won't look at my phone to be fully present at the event\)\. However\, if it rains\, I will take the registered participants to a café nearby \(in case it rains before the event starts and you are a registered participants write to me on whatsapp so that I can send you the exact location\)\. Those who came but didn’t sign up are still very welcome to organize themselves\, choose another café\, and enjoy their own book discussions together\. \- If you realize you can’t make it\, I kindly ask you to cancel your participation at least 1 hour before the event\. This really helps me offer the spot to someone else and avoids me traveling for nothing\, as I don’t live nearby\. Thank you so much for your understanding \- In case we go to a café\, I ask everyone to please order at least one drink\. I don’t have any agreements with cafés—we simply want to be respectful guests\, avoid any issues\, and keep the option open to return to places we enjoy in the future\. **Make sure to also follow us on Instagram for Past events photos:** [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thebookclubbcn/) @thebookclubbcn *\*By attending to our Events you automatically consent to have your pictures taken and shared for promotional purposes.* *\*The Book Club is a safe & positive space for everyone to share and grow together, we do not allow the consumption of alcohol or smoking during the event.*

The climate emergency will not be solved by reading books. But by coming together to read, to educate ourselves, to share what we learn with friends and family, and to take action in our corner of the world we can be a small part of the wave of change humanity desperately needs. Sound like something you want to be a part of? We’d love to have you. Join the Climate Action Book Club this month to read It’s Not That Radical by Mikaela Loach, the young Jamaica-born British activist and author. She’s an infectious and inspiring voice who will get you excited to take action. This event is free, but please get your copy from the wonderful English bookstore that hosts our book club meetings, Backstory. To cover Meetup fees, we also request a €1 donation per attendee. You are welcome (even encouraged) to join us even if you haven't read the book but want to hear and join the discussion about it. Feel free to bring a friend, too. Hope to see you!

**(CASTELLANO a continuación 🌲 ENGLISH below)** Amb ganes d'un dia d'autèntica muntanya? Doncs no et pots perdre **el clàssic "Pedraforca 360º" enmig del Parc Natural del Cadí-Moixeró**. No t'espantis... avui no pujarem aquest majestuós cim... "simplement" volem fer la **volta completa al Pedraforca** entre frondosos boscos per antics camins històrics com el Camí dels Bons Homes... i per poder admirar la que molts consideren la muntanya més singular i impressionant de Catalunya... des de tots els angles! **Una ruta increïble de 17km i 700m de desnivell que ens farà connectar amb uns boscos, un aire, unes pedres, uns prats d'alta muntanya en plena explosió primaveral i unes vistes... que són un regal per a l'ànima! ;-)** ℹ️ **Detalls pràctics:** * **Preu:** 25 € excursió + 15€ cotxe (es paga directament al conductor/a) = **Total: 40€** * **Inclou:** guiatge per guia titulat, assegurança d'accidents + responsabilitat civil. * **Targeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutes... **1 gratuïta!** 🥪 Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta * Mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya i roba en capes (adaptable al temps) * Bastons opcionals ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! 📲 Segueix-nos i estigues al dia! * 📷 Al nostre Insta 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 a Can Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 **i uneix-te al 👉 [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) 👈** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **⛰️ CASTELLANO 📷** Con ganas de un día de auténtica montaña? Pues no te puedes perder **el clássico "Pedraforca 360º" en medio del Parc Natural del Cadí-Moixeró**. No te asustes... hoy no subiremos a la cima del Pedraforca... una ruta para montañeros muy experimentados... Nosotros hoy "simplemente" queremos darle la **vuelta completa a esta mítica montaña** entre frondosos bosques y espectaculares vistas... **Una ruta increíble de 17km y 700m de desnivel** que nos hará **conectar con unos bosques, un aire, unas piedras, unos prados alpinos en plena explosión primaveral y unas vistas... que son un regalo par el alma! ;-)** **Hoy es el día. No te la pierdas.** ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 25 € excursión + 15€ coche (se paga directamente al conductor/a) = **Total: 40€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! 🥪 **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta * Mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Ropa por capas (para adaptarnos al clima) * Bastones (opcionales) ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! 📲 **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * 📷 En Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 En Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Y únete al **👉 [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌱 **ENGLISH** 🐞 Do you feel like doing some real mountain hiking? **Today we want to complete the classic ‘Pedraforca 360’**. Don’t worry! Today we are not going to reach the peak of this majestic mountain we ‘just’ want to **complete the tour** **around the Pedraforca** so we can admire it from all angles! Some say that it is **Catalonia’s most unique and impressive mountain**. As this route is **17km long with a 700m elevation gain**, it is not particularly difficult and what is great is that we can connect with the forests, trees, stones, meadows, and views of this emblematic mountain which are real gifts to the soul. **Today is the day. Don't miss it out!** ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €25 for the hike + €15 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €40** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * **Nature Connect Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! 🥪 **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch * At least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Layered clothing (weather can change!) * Trekking poles (optional) ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. 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Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. 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:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. 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! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. 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: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. 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. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

The theme for May is Thriller. • The book we will be discussing is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. (determined by votes from April Book Club. Let me know if you'd like a free digital copy of the book) • This event will be at the main library. Feel free to come whether or not you've started or finished the book. • Small snacks will be provided. You're welcome to bring your own snacks & drinks too! Let me know if you’d like to volunteer to bring snacks or drinks for the group.

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

This month we’ll be reading Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett. Feel free to come and chat even if you don’t finish the book!