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Book Swap Events Today

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Read, Reflect, Repeat
Read, Reflect, Repeat
Love stories, but never find the time to read? Always wanted to start reading but don’t know where to begin? **A Few Good Pages** is a weekly short story circle where we slow down, read together, and have thoughtful relaxed conversations. No pressure, No prep! We meet **every Thursday** to read and discuss **one or two short stories**—quick reads that stay with you. Whether you’re a **wannabe reader** looking to get started, a **busy book lover** who wants to rebuild reading habit, or someone who enjoys **sharing perspectives on a great story**, you’ll fit right in. You don't need to prepare anything in advance - Just show up. Over the past year, we've read and discussed over **200+ short stories,** building a warm, reflective community that values attention, curiosity and consistency. Join our WhatsApp Group for updates: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IpIMc6c87W49FJIg1cRDJk?mode=hqrt2 **Cost & Membership** * First session : **Free** * Drop in : AED 30 per session * Membership options available for those who want to build a consistent reading habit. **Location** Hosted at Soul Side Wellness, 2603, The Dome Tower, Cluster N, JLT. Please update the RSVP if there's any change in your plans :-) Come for the stories, stay for the discussions!
البرنامج الصباحي- رواية "سجينة طهران"- مارينا نعمت
البرنامج الصباحي- رواية "سجينة طهران"- مارينا نعمت
يسر *ملتقى الراويــــــــــات* ان يدعوكم الى حضور مناقشة رواية *"سجينة طهران"* للكاتبة *مارينا نعمت*، يوم الخميس الموافق *25 يونيو 2026* ، الساعة *11 صباحا* ، بمكتبة الصفا للفنون والتصميم، شارع الوصل ،دبي. اللقاء ضمن البرنامج الصباحي للملتقى. تدير اللقاء الأستاذة . نتطلع الى حضوركم جميعا.
🌍 Language Exchange Social Night ✨
🌍 Language Exchange Social Night ✨
Meet amazing people, practice languages, and have conversations that go beyond small talk 💬🤝 Register and get more details! No late confirmation **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-language-society)** Join us for a fun and relaxed evening where language lovers come together to mingle and learn from one another. * 💬 Practice languages through real conversations 🌍 Meet people from different cultures and backgrounds 🎲 Play Taboo and other interactive speaking games ✨ Learn new words, expressions, and cultural insights Practice 🇬🇧 English, 🇫🇷 French, 🇪🇸 Spanish, 🇷🇺 Russian, 🇮🇹 Italian, 🇩🇪 German, 🇦🇪 Arabic, 🇹🇷 Turkish, 🌍 And many more! Register and get more details! No late confirmation **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-language-society)** Each session brings together native speakers and learners to practice, improve your confidence, and learn from real conversations. * 🤝 Make new friends and meaningful connections ☕ Enjoy great conversations in a friendly atmosphere 🎉 Have fun in a relaxed, social setting 🌎 Expand your social and professional circle Just friendly people, great conversations, and a welcoming environment where everyone helps each other learn and connect. Register and get more details! No late confirmation **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-language-society)** Don't be surprised if you leave with new friends, future coffee plans, language partners, and unforgettable memories ☕✨
Boost your business
Boost your business
Every week we meet for business referral networking and we train each other to present our own business. You train more than 25 business owners to sell your products to their contact sphere, not for leads, but for qualified and verified referrals. Venue fee 120AED You present your business with Specific ASK, all other members are searching and refereeing YOU - as simple as that!!! The best fit for following sectors: Auto - Garage, trade, tires, spare parts F&B - restaurant, bakery, catering Healthcare - dentists, general clinics, pharma **Registration link: https://bni.app/v2qp3** **Contact: +971585778618**
English Arabic Exchange
English Arabic Exchange
Join us this Friday for an English–Arabic Language Exchange event at our venue in the heart of Dubai. We don’t teach in a boring way. We make language real and practical. You will practice speaking through real conversations, culture, business topics, and everyday situations. In this event, you will: • Practice public speaking • Improve your English and Arabic • Learn Business English and Business Arabic • Understand local culture better • Practice professional networking • Join small groups with personal support This is a friendly and comfortable environment. Everyone gets a chance to speak and build confidence. Seats are limited to keep it interactive. Coffee and Dates are on us Join us this Friday and improve your speaking skills. No Teachers Allowed! [Join our Community](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LJsZpnl4d6t5CGfvSTrgct?mode=hq1tcli)
🌍 Language & Culture Coffee Social ☕
🌍 Language & Culture Coffee Social ☕
Meet amazing people, practice languages, and have conversations that go beyond small talk 💬🤝 Register and get more details! No late confirmation **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)** Join us for a fun and relaxed evening where language lovers come together to mingle and learn from one another. * 💬 Practice languages through real conversations 🌍 Meet people from different cultures and backgrounds 🎲 Play Taboo and other interactive speaking games ✨ Learn new words, expressions, and cultural insights Practice 🇬🇧 English, 🇫🇷 French, 🇪🇸 Spanish, 🇷🇺 Russian, 🇮🇹 Italian, 🇩🇪 German, 🇦🇪 Arabic, 🇹🇷 Turkish, 🌍 and many more! Register and get more details! No late confirmation **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)** Each session brings together native speakers and learners to practice, improve your confidence, and learn from real conversations. * 🤝 Make new friends and meaningful connections ☕ Enjoy great conversations in a friendly atmosphere 🎉 Have fun in a relaxed, social setting 🌎 Expand your social and professional circle Just friendly people, great conversations, and a welcoming environment where everyone helps each other learn and connect. Register and get more details! No late confirmation **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)** Don't be surprised if you leave with new friends, future coffee plans, language partners, and unforgettable memories ☕✨
World Social | Meet the world here.
World Social | Meet the world here.
**[WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/D1cTWNPuq8ABDWjSYE3aVM).** *YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO* ## ✨ **You’re not really a “social event” person.** You’ve been there before — smiled, made small talk, checked the time… maybe even left early. But this one is different. Because here, everyone already shares something: 🌍 A language ✨ A curiosity 💬 A reason to talk **Welcome to Language Exchange Dubai** — a relaxed, low-pressure evening where conversations happen naturally. You don’t need to be fluent. You don’t need to be outgoing. You just need to show up. No awkward pressure. No forced networking. No need to perform. Just people from different cultures sharing words, stories, expressions, laughs, and real moments over a drink. *** 🌟 **What to Expect** 💬 **Real Conversations** Practice the language you’re learning — or simply curious about — with real people. 🌍 **Different Cultures in One Room** Meet people from different nationalities, backgrounds, and stories. 🎲 **Fun Speaking Games** Play Taboo and easy conversation games that help you connect without awkward silence. ✨ **Learn What Apps Don’t Teach You** Pick up real words, expressions, accents, slang, and cultural details. 🤝 **Meet Native Speakers & Learners** Whether you’re fluent, beginner, or somewhere in between — you’ll fit right in. *** 🗣️ **Languages in the Room** 🇬🇧 English · 🇫🇷 French · 🇪🇸 Spanish · 🇷🇺 Russian 🇮🇹 Italian · 🇩🇪 German · 🇦🇪 Arabic · 🇹🇷 Turkish …and more. *** Whether you’re a native speaker, a complete beginner, or just someone who loves languages, there’s a seat for you. 🌍 Native speakers get to share their culture. 💬 Learners get real practice with real people. ✨ Everyone leaves with something. People come for the language. They stay for the vibe. Don’t be surprised if you leave with a new language partner, future coffee plans, and a group chat you actually look forward to. 🌍 **The World Meets Here.** *** **Partners \|** *because life's better together* *WhatsApp us on +971 50 4746210 for any enquiries.* 📍 **Dubai \| Barsha South** 🕖 **7:00 PM** **[BOOK NOW](https://luma.com/imhdzlsb)**[ ](https://luma.com/imhdzlsb) *** **Partners \|** *because life's better together* *WhatsApp us on +971 50 4746210 for any enquiries.*

Book Swap Events This Week

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Reading Club 📖
Reading Club 📖
- Our Goal: To create a welcoming, weekly space where we can gather in a cozy atmosphere to discuss a captivating book or a thought-provoking movie. - Who we’re looking for: To connect with avid readers, deep thinkers, and anyone who enjoys intellectual reflections and engaging, meaningful conversations. - What we’ll do: In our initial meetup, we’ll break the ice, get to know one another, and explore everyone’s unique tastes in books and cinema. From there, we will collectively choose our first book or film to discuss in our upcoming weekly sessions.
Short stories, Big conversations
Short stories, Big conversations
Love stories, but never find the time to read? Always wanted to start reading but don’t know where to begin? **A Few Good Pages** is a weekly short story circle where we slow down, read together, and have thoughtful relaxed discussions. No pressure, No prep! We meet **every Saturday** to read and discuss **one or two short stories**—quick reads that stay with you. Whether you’re a **wannabe reader** looking to get started, a **busy book lover** who wants to rebuild reading habit, or someone who enjoys **sharing perspectives on a great story**, you’ll fit right in. You don't need to prepare anything in advance - Just show up. Over the past year, we've read and discussed over **200+ short stories,** building a warm, reflective community that values attention, curiosity and consistency. Join our WhatsApp Group for updates: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IpIMc6c87W49FJIg1cRDJk?mode=hqrt2 **Cost & Membership** * First session : **Free** * Drop in : AED 30 per session * Membership options available for those who want to build a consistent reading habit. **Location** Location : L'eto Cafe, 1st floor, Mall of Emirates (D7 is the closest parking Entrance) Please update the RSVP if there's any change in your plans :-) Come for the stories, stay for the discussions!
Join the bookclub whats app group for announcements
Join the bookclub whats app group for announcements
Hello All if you like to join our what'app group to receive our monthly updates. Please join under this link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KriZ3ly93rsJz9LrD3bhVd Books and Booze Rana
John D Rockefeller: 38 Letters Rockefeller Wrote to His Son
John D Rockefeller: 38 Letters Rockefeller Wrote to His Son
Thanks for joining the Money Minds meetup group. If you would like to be the first to know whenever a new event is announced, please join our whatsapp group using the link; [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DPbMfZndPooGHSxFCLCKHg](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DPbMfZndPooGHSxFCLCKHg) Podcast link: [https://youtu.be/wLWBzHbD9jg?si=VDwZGJktN4rMSxrS](https://youtu.be/wLWBzHbD9jg?si=VDwZGJktN4rMSxrS) We’ll be listening to a selected podcast /talk beforehand and then gathering to discuss, dissect, and share insights with like-minded people about the episode.
📚 Bookends Business Club: Never Split the Difference
📚 Bookends Business Club: Never Split the Difference
Join us for the next Bookends Business Club meeting as we discuss Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss. This practical and engaging book explores negotiation through real-world lessons from a former FBI hostage negotiator. Together, we’ll discuss how its ideas apply to business, leadership, communication, sales, workplace conversations, and everyday decision-making. Expect a relaxed, thoughtful discussion around topics such as tactical empathy, asking better questions, handling difficult conversations, and negotiating without turning every interaction into a battle. Whether you finished the book, are halfway through, or simply want to join the conversation, you’re welcome. 📍 Location: Bookends, Dubai Silicon Oasis 📅 Date: Saturday, 27 June 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM 📖 Book: Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
Bookends Book Club: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
Bookends Book Club: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
Join us at Bookends for a fun and wonderfully absurd discussion of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. This short sci-fi classic takes us across space, time, bureaucracy, and the meaning of life itself, all with sharp wit and cosmic nonsense. We’ll talk about the book’s existential humor, its strange but memorable characters, and why its absurd view of the universe still feels so relevant. Whether you’re a longtime fan or reading it for the first time, come ready to discuss life, laughter, and the importance of always knowing where your towel is. 📍 Location: Bookends, Dubai Silicon Oasis 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM 📅 Date: Sunday, June 28 📖 Book: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams Theme: Existential humor & cosmic absurdity

Book Swap Events Near You

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June Book Club Meetup
June Book Club Meetup
Welcome, readers! Our June read is ***Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible*** ***Voyage*** **by Alfred Lansing.** A work of nonfiction, and one of the most astonishing survival stories in history, we follow Sir Ernest Shackleton and his crew after their ship is crushed by Antarctic ice. Stranded in one of the harshest environments on Earth, the men endure months of isolation, freezing temperatures, and near starvation—yet refuse to give up hope. Lansing brings their ordeal to life through vivid detail and firsthand accounts, capturing both the brutality of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. At its core, the story is a powerful testament to leadership, perseverance, and the unbreakable will to survive against impossible odds. 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 **all** **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖
Bad Girls Book Club July 2026
Bad Girls Book Club July 2026
**Our July novel is: *Listen for the Lie* by Amy Tintera** **This month’s novel was named one of the best books of 2024. It’s a domestic thriller with crime, mystery, and murder, told from women’s perspectives. The story includes a detective, an unreliable narrator, and plenty of suspense. The book is 352 pages in print and 9 hours and 18 minutes on audiobook.** What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the truth doesn't matter? After Lucy is found wandering the streets, covered in her best friend Savvy’s blood, everyone thinks she is a murderer. Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable. Lucy married a dream guy with a big ring and an even bigger new home. Savvy was the social butterfly loved by all, and if you believe the rumors, especially popular with the men in town. It’s been years since that horrible night, a night Lucy can’t remember anything about, and she has since moved to LA and started a new life. But now the phenomenally huge hit true crime podcast "Listen for the Lie," and its too-good looking host Ben Owens, have decided to investigate Savvy’s murder for the show’s second season. Lucy is forced to return to the place she vowed never to set foot in again to solve her friend’s murder, even if she is the one that did it. The truth is out there, if we just listen.
Monthly Meet Up (Goddess of the River)
Monthly Meet Up (Goddess of the River)
This month we’ll be reading Goddess of the River by Vaishnavi Patel. Feel free to come even if you don’t finish the book!
Columbus Write Publish Earn with AI
Columbus Write Publish Earn with AI
💰 **Build Passive Income with AI Ebooks – Masterclass** Build a passive publishing business with AI — from idea to income. ⚠️ Your spot is only held once you complete registration below. ### [🔗 SAVE YOUR SEAT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AIEbookBusiness?city=Columbus&groupurlname=network-of-book-lovers-and-discussion-meetups&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-30T22:00:00Z) --- What's covered: - Publish across platforms for passive income - Format and list ebooks so they actually sell - Find profitable niches using AI research tools *One system. Recurring income.* ✍️
Columbus Turn Forecasts into Income
Columbus Turn Forecasts into Income
📊 **Profit from Predictions – Polymarket Strategy** Stop guessing on Polymarket. Learn the analytical system that generates real profit. ⚠️ Complete registration below — RSVP alone doesn't reserve your spot. ### [🔗 CLAIM YOUR SPOT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/Polymarket?city=Columbus&groupurlname=network-of-book-lovers-and-discussion-meetups&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-30T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll learn: - A systematic approach to forecasting outcomes - How to identify high-value markets before the crowd - Polymarket strategies that generate consistent daily profit *The forecasters who win have a system. Get yours.* 🎯
Columbus OpenClaw AI Agent Workshop
Columbus OpenClaw AI Agent Workshop
🤖 **Create a Working AI Agent – OpenClaw Workshop** Create a working AI agent from your browser in one session. No prior coding needed. ⚠️ Register via the link below to secure your place — RSVP won't do it. ### [🔗 CLAIM YOUR PLACE](https://aiventurelab.org/product/OpenClawMasterclass?city=Columbus&groupurlname=network-of-book-lovers-and-discussion-meetups&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-30T22:00:00Z) --- What you get: - A real, working AI agent by the end of the session - A browser-based setup you can use immediately - Hands-on experience building AI workflows from scratch *Don't just use AI. Build it.* 🤖
Columbus Go Viral Without Your Face
Columbus Go Viral Without Your Face
📱 **Build a Viral AI Content Brand – Faceless Influencer Blueprint** Launch a content brand that grows on autopilot using AI-generated media. ⚠️ Complete registration to confirm your seat. RSVP is not enough. ### [🔗 CLAIM YOUR PLACE](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AiInfluencer?city=Columbus&groupurlname=network-of-book-lovers-and-discussion-meetups&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-30T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll create: - A monetisation path from day one - AI tools to generate, edit, and post content automatically - A content system that grows on autopilot *Your brand. Your rules. No face needed.* 🚀