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🌎 Culture Shock Therapy | Make Friends: Not Small Talk - Deep talks & Coffee
🇪🇸Español Abajo 👇
**☕️ Coffee Talk: Where Conversations Are Stronger Than the Coffee ☕️**
Had enough of awkward small talk and silent social gatherings? This is your chance to break free. Join us for a night of meaningful conversations about life, dreams, existential crises, and why we keep procrastinating our goals.
**🔹 What to expect?**
✔️ Thought-provoking questions (but not too deep, we promise).
✔️ Interesting people with zero interest in discussing traffic.
✔️ Interactive dynamics that push you out of your comfort zone—without feeling like a job interview.
If you're ready for an evening of deep conversations, great coffee, and a dash of sarcastic humor, save your spot before you regret it (again).
📍 **Where?** Diletto – Perón 4217 (because coffee without great conversations is just wasted caffeine).
💰 **How much?** $5,000 ARS / $5 USD (yes, genuine connections have a price, but they’re worth every cent).
**FOLLOW US**
**INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY**
[https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==]
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**☕️Coffee Talk: Donde las Conversaciones Son Más Fuertes que el Café☕️**
Si ya tuviste suficiente de las mismas charlas de ascensor y los silencios incómodos en reuniones sociales, este es tu evento. Aquí venimos a hablar de todo lo que realmente importa: la vida, los sueños, las crisis existenciales y por qué seguimos procrastinando nuestras metas.
**🔹 ¿Qué puedes esperar?**
✔️ Preguntas que te harán pensar (pero no demasiado, prometemos).
✔️ Gente interesante con cero ganas de hablar del tráfico.
✔️ Dinámicas interactivas que te sacarán de tu zona de confort sin hacerte sentir en una entrevista de trabajo.
Si estás listo para una tarde de conversaciones profundas con café en mano y un toque de humor sarcástico, reserva tu lugar antes de que te arrepientas (otra vez).
📍 **¿Dónde?** Diletto – Perón 4217 (porque el café sin buenas conversaciones es solo cafeína desperdiciada).
💰 **¿Cuánto?** $5.000 ARS / $5 USD (sí, las conexiones genuinas tienen su precio, pero valen cada centavo).
**FOLLOW US**
**INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY**
[https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==]
Cultural Crossroads in the Park
Join us every other Sunday at Parque Las Heras in Palermo for Cultural Crossroads in the Park, a fun and inclusive meetup led by Dr. Zachary McKinley, a cultural researcher from the USA.
Kicking off at 3:00 pm with 30 minutes of casual networking, this gathering invites you to grab a coffee or mate beforehand and connect with fellow participants. At 3:30, Dr. McKinley will guide a 1.5-hour collaborative group discussion exploring cultural dimensions and their profound influence on thoughts, behaviors, perceptions, and communication styles across borders.
Whether you're a local, an expat, or just curious about the richness of cultural diversity, this event is your opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and broaden your understanding of the world. All are welcome; however, **the conversation will be entirely in English**, as the host does not speak fluent Spanish.
Note: To stay safe and hydrated, please bring bug spray, sunscreen/hat, and something to drink (such as mate/coffee/tea/etc.). A blanket to sit on is recommended but not required.
Message me on WhatsApp if you need help finding the exact spot: +1 (202) 596-9076
🌳 F*ck the Small Talk #2: Park Edition
**[🎟️ Click here to grab your ticket 🎟️](https://luma.com/ftst2buenosaires)**
🎫 **RSVP ≠ ticket**. A paid ticket is required to attend.
🔗 On your phone and can’t click? Click the link in the comments :)
F\*ck the Small Talk has traveled the world from Berlin, Melbourne, London, Lisbon, to Mexico City, and is now back in **Buenos Aires** for our 3rd season: Summer 2026! The weather is beautiful and it's time to meet new people! 😎
**📦 WHAT'S THIS ABOUT?**
FTST is a one-of-a-kind social experience where strangers come together for meaningful, fun and deep conversation. It’s also a different & cool way of meeting new people by getting a bit out of your comfort zone and skipping the small talk!
Join us for games, talks, and connections with friends you haven’t met yet. Join if you get annoyed after being asked what you do, where you are from, and how long you've been in BA every single time you meet someone. If you feel that there are better questions in life then this is the place for you. 🙌
**📓 HOW DOES IT WORK?**
We start with a short & sweet intro talk followed by a few fun games to warm up. After that, we split you up into small groups (of 3-4) and start with the conversation rounds. We'll have awesome question **cards** that will guide the flow of the conversation. You'll **be guided by experienced hosts** (Elle & Michelle) who'll make sure everything goes smoothly. 🍭
**🕹 HOW TO JOIN?**
**[Take 1 minute to sign up 👈](https://luma.com/ftst2buenosaires)**
🔗 On your phone and can’t click? Click the link in the comments :)
Our events are limited to **30 handpicked guests** to ensure a cozy atmosphere. **Confirm your spot on the link above** to make it happen! We prioritize a balance of gender and age. If you're invited you'll receive a confirmation within 48 hours via Luma (our ticketing platform)
***NOTE***: We won't validate your payment unless you've been accepted! (which you most likely will ❤️)
**🧧 HOW MUCH IS IT?**
The cost to attend is $10 (early llama) - $12 (general) and includes the following:
⏰ 3 hours of facilitated and curated activities
🙌🏽 Access to the Llamas in Buenos Aires Community on WhatsApp
👥 A space to meet new people in the least boring way possible
💛 Supporting our mission to spread human connection events around the world
*(🎫 we also cover those annoying **ticket fees**!)*
**🌳 WHERE IS IT?**
We host our events in awesome bars & parks across the city. *We only **reveal the location** upon confirmation (or 25 before if it's in a park).* This event will take place in a nice **park** in Palermo.
📣 **IMPORTANT**: An RSVP on Meetup does **NOT** **confirm** your spot. 🎟️
**💛 WHAT THEY SAY**
🗣 “This is the kind of activity **humanity needs every weekend**. Thank you for all.” - *Sonya*
🗣 "I cannot recommend this event enough to connect with an international crowd. It was fun and light-hearted, but offered depth and humanity. As a digital nomad of 3 years, it's one of the best events and meet up activities I've been to yet!" - *Tom*
🗣 “Great way to connect with people in a more meaningful way. Get to the heart of the matter, dive straight into what really counts!” - *Matthias*
🗣 “F\*ck the Small Talk changes the narrative from "Where are you from?" to "When was the last time you laughed uncontrollably?" and I think that's beautiful.” - *Monika*
🗣 “I loved F\*ck the Small Talk, I was a little bit nervous at first but they are pros at making you feel comfortable with the rest of the group, the activities are really fun and I enjoyed every second (consider that the one who's saying this is very, very shy). Give it a try!” - *Brenda*
🗣 "It’s a wonderful experience, it’s like being a kid again, when you were at the park, playing with other kids, and just decided you were going to be best friends for the next hours. Maybe you’ll never see those kids again. But that hour was amazing because you both opened up and trusted each other." - *Sara*
[More Google reviews here 👈](https://www.google.com/maps/place/EPIC+LLAMA/@29.4255256,-41.3746386,3z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x41cb49107d35788f:0xf758abc88e22289c!8m2!3d29.4255256!4d-41.3746613!16s%2Fg%2F11swcv3hw2?entry=ttu)
**🤓 FAQ**
**• Can I come alone?**
Of course, we encourage it :) 99% of people do!
**• I signed up but never got an invite. Why?**
We usually get a high volume of sign-ups yet we like to keep it cozy & only invite around 25-30 people. Please try again next time if you do not receive an invite - no hard feelings 💛
**• Why do you charge?**
We value our time and put a lot of love, planning, and effort into creating & designing these experiences. ♥️ This is our project/business and what we give to the world and we think everything should be a fair exchange! 🎈 However, money should never be the reason for people not to attend. If you can’t afford it send us a message!
**• Can I bring my pet llama?**
100% yes, any *well-behaved* pets are highly encouraged as long as you can still focus on connecting with the humans around you! Especially llamas. Please confirm with us beforehand.
**𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨, 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙙. ✨**
🙅♀️📱This event is a no-phone experience. 🙅♀️📱
’F\*ck the Small Talk’ is part of the EPIC LLAMA Universe. 🌍🦙 We design out-of-the-box experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and human connection. We're on a mission to make boring brilliant! Join us in Mexico City, London, Lisbon, Malta, Edinburgh, Buenos Aires, and beyond. 😍
Follow us on[ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/epic.llama/)👈
Our [website ](https://epicllama.com/)👈
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**Sold out or can't make it?** [Drop us your email ](https://epicllama.myflodesk.com/buenosaires)and we'll keep you in the loop for the next one! 😎
Naveguenos en Velero desde Palermo
Saldremos a navegar en mi velero desde mariana Puerto Norte (ubicada en Palermo, frente a aeroparque Jorge Newbery) Av. Rafael Obligado 4899.
IG: velebaires
https://youtu.be/S5EjxJGS15Q
El precio por persona es de $20.000.
Soy instructor de náutica, si quieren les puedo enseñar a navegar. Realice el curso de Piloto de yate (habilitación que permite cruzar Oceanos)
* No necesitas tener experiencia.
* En caso de lluvia, se suspende.
* Trae ropa cómoda, nada en especial.
* Sugerimos llegar 10 minutos antes de la salida.
* Cupos disponibles por orden de llegada.
* No incluye comida ni bebidas. Puedes traer lo que quieras (no están permitidas las bebidas alcohólicas)
* La serie de mi velero tomó fama por su seguridad y fortaleza, ya que cruzó el Océano Atlántico y navegó de Ushuaia al Polo Norte ida y vuelta.
Nos reunimos en la entrada del Puerto.
International Church
We are a **bilingual international church** in Palermo, Buenos Aires, where English and Spanish speakers can encounter God, be filled with hope and transformed by His power. If you are looking to build meaningful relationships, discover your purpose, and grow in your faith, join us on Sunday mornings at 10:30 AM in Armenia 1366, Palermo.
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Somos una **iglesia internacional bilingüe** en Palermo, Buenos Aires, donde quienes hablan inglés y español pueden encontrarse con Dios, ser llenos de esperanza y transformados por Su poder. Si estás buscando construir relaciones genuinas, descubrir tu propósito y crecer en tu fe, te invitamos a acompañarnos los domingos a las 10:30 hs en Armenia 1366, Palermo.
**What to Expect \| Lo que podés esperar**
10:30 \- 11:00 Coffee & Connection \| Café y Conexión
11:00 \- 12:00 Worship & Message \| Adoración y Mensaje
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International Church
We are a **bilingual international church** in Palermo, Buenos Aires, where English and Spanish speakers can encounter God, be filled with hope and transformed by His power. If you are looking to build meaningful relationships, discover your purpose, and grow in your faith, join us on Sunday mornings at 10:30 AM in Armenia 1366, Palermo.
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Somos una **iglesia internacional bilingüe** en Palermo, Buenos Aires, donde quienes hablan inglés y español pueden encontrarse con Dios, ser llenos de esperanza y transformados por Su poder. Si estás buscando construir relaciones genuinas, descubrir tu propósito y crecer en tu fe, te invitamos a acompañarnos los domingos a las 10:30 hs en Armenia 1366, Palermo.
**What to Expect \| Lo que podés esperar**
10:30 \- 11:00 Coffee & Connection \| Café y Conexión
11:00 \- 12:00 Worship & Message \| Adoración y Mensaje
Practical Philosophy - San Telmo 🇦🇷
**IMPORTANTE**: El evento transcurre en el parque, que es grande; y si el clima lo requiere en algún café cercano. Por tal motivo se recomienda ingresar al grupo de **Whatsapp** para acceder a la ubicación exacta y actualizada: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa?mode=gi_t
**IMPORTANT:** The meeting is in the park, that is quite big; and in case of raining in a nearby Cafe. Because of that, is highly recommended to join the WhatsApp group in order to know the precise and uploaded location: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa?mode=gi_t
🏛️ **¿DE QUÉ SE TRATA FILOSOFÍA PRÁCTICA?**
Filosofía Práctica es un encuentro semanal para quienes disfrutan de conversaciones profundas, el pensamiento crítico, y la exploración de nuevas ideas. No necesitas conocimientos previos, solo curiosidad y ganas de compartir.
Cada semana abordamos un tema distinto, practicando la comunicación y construyendo una comunidad de personas reflexivas.
📓 **¿CÓMO FUNCIONA?**
* Compartimos el tema de la semana en nuestro grupo de WhatsApp con algunas preguntas guía.
* Nos reunimos a las 14:00, comenzando con una charla informal antes de la discusión.
* Conversamos en grupos pequeños para que todos puedan participar.
* Al final, cada grupo comparte sus conclusiones y cerramos la sesión alrededor de las 16:00.
🧧 **¿CUÁNTO CUESTA?**
¡Es completamente gratis! Si nos reunimos en un café, solo pedimos que apoyes el lugar comprando una bebida. Algunas sedes alquilan un espacio y pueden solicitar donaciones voluntarias, pero no es obligatorio.
💛 **LO QUE DICEN**
🗣 “Siento que Filosofía Práctica te ayuda a construir tu propio sistema de creencias a través de diversas perspectivas, sin imponer lo que está bien o mal.” – Ekam
🗣 “Desde la primera vez que asistí (el tema era autoridad), supe que este era mi lugar. Me encanta cómo nos desafía a cuestionar diferentes puntos de vista, fomentando la apertura y la flexibilidad mental.” – Daniel
🗣 “Siempre quise tener este tipo de conversaciones, pero nunca encontré el espacio adecuado… hasta ahora. La gente, los temas, los debates abiertos… todo hace que sienta que pertenezco aquí.” – Sofía
🤓 **PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES**
📌 **¿Debo estudiar antes de asistir?** – No es necesario. Nos interesa saber *qué piensas tú*, no solo lo que dijeron los filósofos clásicos. Si quieres compartir ideas de alguna corriente de pensamiento, ¡adelante!, pero no es un requisito.
📌 **¿Se habla español?** – ¡Sí! Organizamos los grupos según el idioma para que todos se sientan cómodos participando.
📌 **¿Puedo ir solo/a?** – ¡Por supuesto! Muchos asistentes llegan solos y terminan haciendo grandes conexiones.
📌 **¿Dónde se reúnen?** – Compartimos la ubicación en WhatsApp y Meetup. Recomendamos unirte al grupo de WhatsApp para estar al día.
✨ **Desde 2021, Filosofía Práctica ha crecido a más de 50 capítulos en todo el mundo. ¡Únete a la comunidad!**
**EL GRUPO DE WHATSAPP ES EN INGLES, CUALQUIER DUDA CONSULTE POR EL ORGANIZADOR AL INGRESAR.**
📲 [WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JXuUvIkBR8VKyanyUgFKWa) \| 📷 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) \| 🌍 [Website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/)
SATURDAY – Millennial Pre-Party
We start the night at the nicest **Rooftop** in Palermo Soho to enjoy a pre-party with a welcome drink and games until 2:00 AM.
We kick things off with a welcome drink and the perfect atmosphere to to meet each other, DJ playing good music and great vibes.
The coordinator stays until **3:00 AM**, but the night keeps going.
For those who want to keep the night going, we'll head together to Behind, a hidden bar near from PH.
**Price: $20.000 pesos. It includes a welcome drink in PH.**
A perfect plan to know Buenos Aires nightlife, the way locals experience it.
**Recommended age:** +27 (not exclusive)
🥇🏒 Olympic Gold Medal Hockey Watch Party – USA 🇺🇸 vs Canada 🇨🇦 🏒🥇
🥇🏒 **Olympic Gold Medal Hockey Watch Party – USA 🇺🇸 vs Canada 🇨🇦** 🏒🥇
This Sunday, February 22 at 10:00 A.M., we’re opening early for an Olympic Gold Medal showdown between Team USA and Team Canada in men’s hockey!
We don’t normally open this early… but a gold medal game calls for it. 👀🔥
📍 **The Classic Sports Bar**
🕙 Doors open at 10:00 A.M.
🔊 Full sound inside AND outside
🍳 Kitchen open
Start your morning right with:
🥓 Bacon & scrambled eggs
🍔 Our full regular menu
🥂 Mimosas
🍅 Bloody Marys
☕ Espresso martinis
🍊 Aperol spritzes
🍺 Or any of your usual favorites
This is USA vs Canada for Olympic GOLD — expect intensity, national pride, and a great crowd. Wear your colors, bring your friends, and come ready to cheer (or chirp 😉).
Because when it’s for gold… we open early. 🥇
See you Sunday morning!
Book Swap Events Near You
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March 11th Book Club Meeting
This Month's Book: The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen.
Join us for discussion at the Granville Public Library from 6 to 7pm.
Follow us on Instagram: @granvillepridebookclub
February Book Club Meetup
Welcome, readers!
Our February read is **_1984 by George Orwell._**
In 1984, George Orwell imagines a world where the government watches everyone, rewrites reality, and punishes even private thoughts. Winston Smith dares to question this system, believing that truth and love might still exist. His rebellion draws him into a chilling struggle against a power that knows him better than he knows himself. The novel leaves readers asking whether freedom is possible when reality itself can be controlled.
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! 📖
"A Treachery of Swans" by A.B. Poranek
Can two girls—one enchanted, one the enchantress—save their kingdom and each other?
Two hundred years ago, a slighted deity stole the magic from Auréal and vanished without a trace. But seventeen-year-old Odile has a plan. All her life, her father, a vengeful sorcerer, has raised her for one singular task: infiltrate the royal palace and steal the king’s crown, an artefact with enough power to restore magic. But to enter the palace, she must assume the identity of a noblewoman. She chooses Marie d’Odette: famed for her beauty, a rumored candidate for future queen…and Odile’s childhood-friend-turned-sworn-enemy.
With her father’s help, Odile transforms Marie into a swan and takes her place at court. But when the king is brutally murdered and her own brother is accused, her plans are thrown into chaos. Desperate to free her brother, Odile is forced to team up with none other than elegant, infuriating Marie, the girl she has cursed…and the girl she can’t seem to stop thinking about despite her best efforts.
To make matters worse, there are whispers that the king’s murder was not at the hands of man, but beast. Torn between loyalty to her father and her growing feelings for Marie, Odile becomes tangled in a web of treachery and deceit. To save her kingdom, she must find the true path to magic…and find the real killer before they—or it—strikes again.
An Immense World
This meeting will be an open discussion about the book "an Immense World" by Ed Yong
Bad Girls Book Club March 2026
**Our March pick is *God of the Woods* by Liz Moore.**
**This month’s novel is an award-winning literary mystery that blends family drama with psychological suspense. It explores women’s voices and relationships while delivering an exciting, eerie, and deeply suspenseful story. The book is 576 pages in print or 14 hours and 35 minutes on audiobook.**
Early morning, August 1975: a camp counselor discovers an empty bunk. Its occupant, Barbara Van Laar, has gone missing. Barbara isn’t just any thirteen-year-old: she’s the daughter of the family that owns the summer camp and employs most of the region’s residents. And this isn’t the first time a Van Laar child has disappeared. Barbara’s older brother similarly vanished fourteen years ago, never to be found.
As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds. Chasing down the layered secrets of the Van Laar family and the blue-collar community working in its shadow, Moore’s multi-threaded story invites readers into a rich and gripping dynasty of secrets and second chances. It is Liz Moore’s most ambitious and wide-reaching novel yet.
The Gir With the Louding Voice Abi Dare
Columbus libraries: [https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3262835](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3262835)
Location: [Knotty Pine Brewing](https://www.knottypinebrewing.net/)
[Menu, scroll to the bottom](https://www.knottypinebrewing.net/menus-1)
Book summary:
Adunni is a fourteen-year-old Nigerian girl who knows what she wants: an education. This, her mother has told her, is the only way to get a "louding voice" -- the ability to speak for herself and decide her own future. But instead, Adunni's father sells her to be the third wife of a local man who is eager for her to bear him a son and heir. When Adunni runs away to the city, hoping to make a better life, she finds that the only other option before her is servitude to a wealthy family. As a yielding daughter, a subservient wife, and a powerless slave, Adunni is told, by words and deeds, that she is nothing. But while misfortunes might muffle her voice for a time, they cannot mute it. And when she realizes that she must stand up not only for herself, but for other girls, for the ones who came before her and were lost, and for the next girls, who will inevitably follow, she finds the resolve to speak, however she can--in a whisper, in song, in broken English--until she is heard
















