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[Arnhem] English Subs: The Secret Agent
#This meetup is around a third-party organizer (Focus Filmtheater): you can either purchase your ticket online or right before the session#
**Title**: The Secret Agent
**Language**: Portuguese
**Subtitles**: English
**Length**: 158 min
**Director**: Kleber Mendonça Filho
**More info**: https://www.focusarnhem.nl/agenda/english-subs-the-secret-agent/
**Ticket link**: https://www.focusarnhem.nl/tickets/141175/
**Synopsis**:
*The Secret Agent* is a tense political thriller from director Kleber Mendonça Filho (Bacurau, Aquarius), who brings a tumultuous period in Brazilian history to life in his latest work. Through various storylines, he depicts a country entangled in violence, corruption, and vendettas, a turbulent 1970s carefully constructed from his own memories, family histories, and archival material.
Brazil, 1977. Marcelo, a technology expert and widower, is on the run. As the military dictatorship continues to enforce increasingly cruel measures on the population, he arrives in Recife, where he hopes to reunite with his young son. There, during carnival week, he finds shelter with a group of like-minded people and assumes a false identity. But Marcelo’s situation is trickier than he realizes: he soon discovers that the city is far from the peaceful refuge he is looking for.
With a mix of film styles—suspense, humor, and even a touch of horror—*The Secret Agent* isn’t just a gripping movie, but also a snapshot of our times, in which the highly acclaimed Mendonça Filho offers a keen analysis of Brazil’s past and present. The international film community also recognises that *The Secret Agent* gets under your skin: it was the most awarded film at Cannes (Best Director, Best Actor), ended up on many ‘best of’ lists and is still in the running for several Oscar categories, partly because of the phenomenal acting of lead actor Wagner Moura.
**How it works**:
I will be at Focus around 18:30, where we can meet before the movie starts. You can message me to find us. Screening starts at 19:00. After the movie, we can have a drink together.
Hope to see you soon!
🍷 Chat & Craft - Weekday Edition 🪡
Join in for a some drinks (and food, if you want) after work at **The 5th \| Utrecht**. Bring your own project and payment for drinks.
As evenings tend to be a bit busier, we'll reserve a table.
This means: **Only sign up if you are sure you will come!** And if there's no space left on the event, please don't join spontaneously.
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As always, we talk about our projects, exchange tipps, but also just get to know each other and enjoy a drink after a long day in good company. Whether it's knitting, crocheting, stitching, origami, or something more unique, we're looking forward to seeing you!
Pong met Python - Coding Wednesday @ NOVI
**Welkom bij Coding Wednesday!**
Samen duiken we in de creatieve wereld van programmeren.
**Wat gaan we maken?**
* Het legendarische spel Pong. Dit gaan we maken in de programmeertaal Python.
**Heb ik voorkennis nodig?**
Het is handig als je al wat programmeerervaring hebt en weet wat for-loops en if-else statements zijn. Zo niet, kijk vooral mee om iets op te steken. Of werk met iemand samen!
Uiteraard kan je je voorbereiden met online tutorials zoals [deze](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uQrJ0TkZlc).
**Wat heb je nodig?**
* Je eigen laptop met WiFi aansluiting
* Installeer een **code editor**. Novi studenten kunnen PyCharm gebruiken. Anders is [VSCode](https://code.visualstudio.com/download) een prima editor
* Installeer Python op je laptop. Dit kan via hun [website](www.python.org/downloads/)
**Is er een minimum aantal aanmeldingen?**
Deze Coding Wednesday gaat door als er 5 aanmeldingen zijn of meer. Dus vergeet vooral niet om je aan te melden :)
Mocht het niet doorgaan, laten we dit hier weten voor 17 februari 12:00 uur!
Details:
📅 Wanneer: Woensdag 18 februari 2026, 14:00 uur (tot uiterlijk 17:00)
📍 Waar: Op locatie! Newtonlaan 247, Utrecht (4e etage)
LCU Meeting #794
Hi all! 🙂
On Wednesdays we welcome you to practice languages!
If you want to practice a specific (uncommon) language, please send us a message so we can find some conversation partners for you on our mailing list!
We hope to see you in Café Marktzicht!
In the last year we had tables for the following languages:
* Dutch
* English
* French
* Italian
* Spanish
* Turkish\*
* German\*
* Portuguese\*
* Danish\*
* Norwegian\*
* Russian\*
* Arabic\*
* Chinese\*\*
* Japanese\*\*
* Indonesian\*\*
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* Most likely, but not every week present.
\*\* - Rather rare ;-)
If your language is not in this list, please let us know! We have a large database of Language Cafe visitors speaking 56 different languages! We might be able to connect you with a person that does speak the language you want to practice.
In case you are not in our database yet, please use this form: http://goo.gl/forms/oSCn9Dn8m8
🏳️🌈 Let's play pool! 🪄🎱
Hi there!
Tonight we'll have fun over a nice game of pool🪄🎱. From clueless to amateur, all levels are welcome - the important thing is to enjoy and socialize in our beautiful rainbow community 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️. The Meetup will start at 21:00h and is expected to finish around 23:00h, but the duration can be extended if we wish to.
✨️ Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @utrecht.lgbt ✨️
Looking forward to seeing you all you soon!
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Additional Swimming Classes for Adult Beginners in Utrecht De Kwakel
***Are you an adult looking to learn how to swim or improve your basic swimming skills?***
Dive into a fun water workout session designed specifically for adults in ***Utrecht De Kwakel!***
Whether you are a beginner looking to improve your swimming skills or a fitness enthusiast wanting to engage in recreational water sports, this event is perfect for you. Join us for an exciting session filled with swimming lessons, exercises, and social interactions.
Meet like-minded individuals who share a passion for fitness, exercise, and water activities. Our experienced instructors will guide and support you, ensuring you have a great time in a safe and friendly environment. Don't miss this opportunity to stay active, meet new people, and have a blast in the water. Sign up now for a refreshing experience and fun times with our Swimming Lessons for Adults group!
***Please RSVP to secure your spot as spaces are limited. We look forward to helping you gain confidence and skills in the water!***
Dream Team Group Experiment
Join our fantastic "Success Team"!
This will be the sixth meeting at the gezellige Rosa Buurtcentrum (2nd floor–eerste verdieping–, right hand, last door; there is a lift). There will be tea and you are welcome (but not required) to bring snacks. –See you then!
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Help wanted & help offered. Bi-weekly meetings (every two weeks). Language English/Dutch.
This idea is inspired by Barbara Sher's story and experiences. Please see her Ted Talk titled "Isolation is the dream-killer, not your attitude".
The idea in short: One person at a time tells the group his/her dream or aim and the obstacles they face to achieve it.
It could be a trip, an experience, a change of career, an undertaking of some kind, learning a skill, solving a particular problem or even finding out what you really want.
The group works to realise the person's aim. Not just theoretically, also practically. For this we use our experience and networks.
—Nothing as satisfying as helping another! Perhaps suitable, Gabor Mate's words: "You never heal alone."
Please contact me at galatv@protonmail.com if you have questions or would like to help me to organise these gatherings.
Thank you!
Gala
Painting: *Moonlight*, *Silver Lake*, *Cottonwood Canyon*, by Alfred Edward Lambourne, 1880.
Charcoal Drawing Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Painting & Drawing Cafe in Amersfoort ( For Expats and English Speakers )
## 🎨**Activity for EXPATS & English Speakers** ☕
Are you an art enthusiast living in or around **Amersfoort, Hilversum, Utrecht, Nieuwegein, IJsseltein, De Bilt and the rest of cities of the Utrecht's province** who love painting or drawing? Maybe you've felt the joy of creating but struggled to find others who share your passion and speak **ENGLISH**? **You're not alone! 😉**
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## 🖌️**About this event**
You will meet other Art Lovers like you to Draw, Paint and have some drinks Together ! Our events are not just about sketching or creating art—they’re about building connections. Every two weeks, we meet at a café to have a relaxing time drawing a painting.
Please keep on mind that **ENGLISH i**s the official language we will use to integrate everyone in our conversations.
⭕⭕⭕➡️ **IMPORTANT ⬅️** ⭕⭕⭕⭕
### 👩🏻🎨**Book formally your Seat 🪑via [WHATSAPP](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)**
**If you want to confirm officially your attendance and separate your seat🪑. Book your seat in meet-up, and contact us via [WHATSAPP HERE](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f) to receive more information on the address of our activities.**
**Thanks a lot for your understanding!** 💐🥰
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### 👩🏻🎨**How Does It Work?**
This event is simple, this initiative takes 2 Hours. Most of the participants use pencils, water pencils or watercolours. Main aim is to socialize while we draw. There will be plenty of time to talk and get to know each other. We have to mention that this event is suitable for all levels. Many have started to draw in our event actually.
Also it is very important that you **[JOIN US AT OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f),** to stay up to date on our upcoming events and participate in our Drawing and Painting Contests!
**👉: [https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)** 🍀
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### ☕**Where?**
We will meet in different cafes mainly in the *center of Amersfoort ( and some occasions in other cities around)*. I will inform you of the exact place some days in advance this event. The place will depend on the number of attendees.
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### **🎟️ What is included?**
🟢 **2 HOURS TO HAVE FUN!**
🟢 **15 mins warming-up creative activity and paper material**🖌️🎨
🟢 New friendships and **conversations in ENGLISH** in a relaxed atmosphere
🟢 **Souvenir picture** with you and the rest of Art Lovers 📷
🟢 Exclusive **access to our Art Lovers Community** on which you will receive:
***\~\~\~ Drawing challenges,***
***\~\~\~ Training content,***
***\~\~\~ FREE Entries only to members***
***\~\~\~ Drawing Competitions***
🟢 Time to **create alongside fellow artists and amateurs**
🟢 The freedom to **work at your own pace** 💃🕺🎈
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### 🖼️**Art Materials?**
Bring your own practical art materials to be adaptable to sketch on a coffee table. Like your sketchbook, pencils, watercolor, markets, pencils, your Tablet..etc
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## **See you to Paint, Draw, and drink together!🌟☕🍷🍪🍰**
Drawing Amsterdam @OBA Oosterdok Babel cafe 7 floor
Do you like to draw but can’t find time for it? Do you always want to try sketching but don’t know how to start? Do you like to meet like-minded people? Then join us!
People of any technical level are welcome to participate.
This is not a drawing class please bring your own sketching materials or mediums. Asking each other for sketching advice or tips is welcome!
‼️IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - **Please Read**‼️
**Our attendee list is now capped at 18 people**, and all attendees must sign up through Meetup.
If your RSVP is not confirmed as “Going” on Meetup, please do not attend. We are only permitted to use the two long tables and cannot accommodate additional guests beyond the limit.
We’ve received multiple complaints from the café and we want to avoid risking a ban from the space. We are not allowed to add extra small tables to the reserved area.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation
🐺🛕 Pyramid of Austerlitz Loop via Groote Heidestein (20 km)
We’re heading into the heart of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug for a beautiful loop hike starting and ending at station Driebergen Zeist.
From the station we quickly enter the wide open heather fields of Groote Heidestein, with heather fields, sandy paths, and a wonderfull spacious feeling. We follow these open landscapes all the way to the forests surrounding the Pyramid of Austerlitz.
After about 10 kilometers we take a well deserved break at the pyramid. You can grab a snack or drink there, or enjoy your own packed lunch. This is the area where the famous wolf Bram once roamed and made the news. The situation has since settled, so the coast is clear again, but it adds a touch of wild history to the landscape.
From here we loop back towards Driebergen Zeist through landgoed Heidestein. This section is full of surprises, including narrow passages and small tunnels that make the walk feel playful and slightly adventurous.
We finish back at station Driebergen Zeist, completing a varied and scenic hike through one of the most beautiful parts of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug.
**📍When and where to meet?**
We’ll meet at 10h30 under the tracks of train station Driebergen Zeist.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/JdRccArNqxzvFb6U8
⏰ We **start walking a few minutes after meeting up** — we don’t wait for latecomers, as the forest calls and daylight is short this time of year.
**🚗 Coming by car?**
You can park here but please also do your own research: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WSMa4XaaP7U5awwf8
**⏸️ Planned Breaks**
After 10 km: Lunch break at Pyramid of Austerlitz (Speeltuin & Restaurant)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/XKazfvaa24VvWrq66
**💸 Payment**
Please pay as soon as you sign up: To keep things fair for everyone, if we don’t receive your payment within 48 hours, we will need to remove you from the participant list. If there’s a waiting list, this will happen sooner (in less than 48 hours). If that happens, no worries — you’re always welcome to sign up again if there’s space.
🌟 Early Bird Deal! Join now for just €4 — available for 3 days (72h). After that, the price will be €5.
The event is full, so the payment link has been removed.
**👟 Good to know**
* Refund policy: Cancellations are fully refundable up to 1 week before the event (This is Friday 13 January at 23h59). After this period, the fee becomes non-refundable.
* Hike difficulty: Our hikes are moderately challenging. Please only join if you’re confident you can keep up with the group’s pace (5 km/ h)— it’s more fun for everyone when we can walk together without long waits.
* If the pace is too challenging: We may kindly suggest you continue at your own pace. We’ll give you clear directions to the nearest bus or train so you can return comfortably.
* At your own risk: You participate at your own risk, so please make sure you have appropriate insurance coverage for outdoor activities.
* Payment note: With Tikkie we only see initials (e.g., J. Doe instead of John Doe). Please include your Meetup name in the payment note so we can match it easily.
* Friends joining: If you bring a friend, make sure they also register and pay.
* What to bring: Snacks, lunch, and water/ or hot thee/ coffee.
* Stay connected: Join our WhatsApp group to be the first to hear about future hikes — ask for the QR code during the hike.
* T-shirts: Fairwear-certified organic cotton, eco-friendly inks — €25. Sustainable, odor-resistant, and perfect for hiking. Let us know your size and we’ll bring one for you.
Life Drawing: WEEKEND INTENSIVE 20-21-22-23 February
This year after several requests, 4bid starts a new series of life drawing weekend intensives! This four-lesson weekend course covers all you need to know (or need a nudge to remember to put into practice) when it comes to model drawing. Over the 4 sessions (Friday to Monday, each 3h) you'll delve much deeper into the subject matter than in our regular 1,5h weekly appointments.
Under the tutor's guidance, you will cover composition, anatomy, and shading. In each lesson, you'll work with the same live model, to master the understanding of their shapes. You will be invited to immediately develop and own a personal style, focusing on chiaro-scuro and line work, and applying bold gesture onto the paper. On the last evening you'll further one drawing, finishing it by applying all the learned tools.
To get the most out of this course, it can be helpful to have taken part to a drop-in session at 4bid gallery on either Tuesdays or Sundays (see the regular meetups). It is however not required to have prior experience.
The suggested price is €180 pp \| 4 lessons of 3 hours \| 8 participants max \| Includes materials\, coffee\, tea\, and snacks\.
Early bird sign up before December 31st pays €150 pp.
If you have difficulties meeting this cost please let us know via email, and we can arrange something you are comfortable with: 4bidgallery@gmail.com.
You can pay with a regular transfer to:
\> \> 4bid Stichting NL71TRIO0320257452\. Please send us a mail message with a screenshot/proof of payment to 4bidgallery@gmail\.com
Classes are on Friday from 18:00 to 21:00, Saturday and Sunday from 16:00 to 19:00 and Monday from 18:00 to 21:00.
We ask participants to commit to all 4 sessions.
Dates are 20-21-22-23 February 2026.
Location: 4bid gallery, Overtoom 301, 1054HW AMSTERDAM
Hike Amerongse Berg (16.3 km)
Join us for a beautiful hike on the Amerongse Berg
* We **start at 12:00:** P+R Veenendaal West
Dichterslaan, 3906 EN Veenendaal
https://maps.app.goo.gl/VVjPTE2c6HsmLqQi6
* Length: \~16 km (4 - 5 hr hiking)
* What to bring: lunch, water, snack.
* For whom: As always, sporty folks that like to combine social event with being active in nature.
**Getting there by Train:**
* To train station: Veenendaal West
https://maps.app.goo.gl/H7LyWsb8KRdenzWT6
**Getting there by Car:**
* Free car parking at P+R Veenendaal West
Dichterslaan, 3906 EN Veenendaal
https://maps.app.goo.gl/VVjPTE2c6HsmLqQi6
**Note:**
* Please **pay a small fee (3 euro)** to help us cover the (increased) yearly Meetup contribution of 240 euro. We'll ask you to pay before the start of the hike (can be on the day itself). No refunds, but in the unlikely event that hike would be cancelled and you already paid, you don't need to pay for your next hike. Thank you so much! Use the **safe link** here: https://betaalverzoek.rabobank.nl/betaalverzoek/?id=vezo1ouZS0yORJXINF58jA
* Keep in mind that the hike can be canceled when the weather is very bad (**always check the event before you go**).
* If you RSVP 'yes' we expect you to show-up. Please do not cancel less than 24 hours before the hike. **No-shows** will lead to your removal from the group. Thanks for the understanding.
* By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.
Sunday Life Drawing sessions - sign up in time!
Hoping you are All well!
Basic materials and boards will be provided
> Where do we meet ?
> In front of OT301 gate
> When do we meet?
> at 13:15h
> Where do we draw?
> the gallery space in OT301
Call or message + 3 1 6 1 7 9 5 9 9 7 6 if you need (WhatsApp)!
> > Suggested donation: 10 euro
> > You can pay by regular transfer to:
> > 4bid Stichting NL71TRIO0320257452 . If you use this method please send us a message with a screenshot of the transfer to secure a spot.
> > If you prefer cash on the day, that is always possible when agreed by message beforehand.
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> Alternatively, you can 'buy tickets' via https://ot301.nl/agenda/18594
Your contributions are much appreciated and are helping us keep the session running for the past 12 years!
We very much look forwards to seeing you!
XXX
4bid crew
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Charcoal Drawing Events Near You
Connect with your local Charcoal Drawing community
Columbus Yarn Club at the Grandview Heights Library
12;45-3:45 in Conference Room A, Library lower level. Bring your yarn projects, meet new friends.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP yes. If you can’t attend, please change your RSVP to no. This helps anyone who is waitlisted and it allows me to have an accurate count of attendees as our space is quite limited.
Plenty of parking in the lot, in the overflow lot across the street, and on the street.
See you there!
Winter Note: If the weather is bad and I have to cancel the Meetup, i will issue the cancellation not later than 10:00 a.m. of that day.
Drop-In-Person Coaching (In-Person)
Have a small business? Ever wish you could just ask some questions around how to grow your business, get more customers or just know what the freak you are doing with sales?
Now is your chance!! Every month we are hosting the "Ask an Expert" at the Columbus Metro Library, Main campus. I will be there to answer your Sales related questions.
Drop-in for sales coaching designed to help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals sharpen their sales approach. Whether you have questions on how to refine your pitch, are looking to close deals more quickly, or are working on building better client relationships, Smashing Your Sales Goals Coaches are here to help.
Drop-in to get expert insights, actionable strategies and real-time solutions to grow your business and generate higher profits.
Drop-In Sales Coaching is FREE + OPEN to the public. No appointment needed. First come, first served.
EPIC Learning created. Accelerate Columbus supported.
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
The topic for February is "Transitions"
Speak Easy: true stories, told live.
The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast.
Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect.
The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!
What Causes Your Roller Coasters in Life?
Do you sometimes feel like you do well in life then something happens and you slide back, never quite getting ahead.
At this Meetup you'll find out how to identify what actually causes the lows, the highs and everything in between. More importantly you’ll get the secret of how to gain control over your life so the highs are higher and the lows go away.
Wouldn’t it be nice to stop the wild roller coaster ride for good? Or at least make it a fun roller coaster ride, with more ups and downs.
There is a hidden factor that will be going over and you’re going to be quite surprised what it is and how much it affects your life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is hosted at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.
Shut Up & Write!® Easton Town Center
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 Sunday 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 noon on Sundays.
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:
12:00 - quick intros.
12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour.
1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. 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. 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 Sunday!
The War Room: Intro to War Gaming at The Arcane Foundry ($15 Regiment)
**⚔️ Introduction to Wargaming & Painting Miniature Soldiers at The Arcane Foundry ⚔️**
Join me in **The War Room at [The Arcane Foundry](https://share.google/S5i6DYJnJteHWeKtd)** for a laid-back evening of hobby talk and tabletop fun! For just **$15**, you’ll get a **3D-printed regiment of 20 high quality resin models** of your choice to paint — a **$40 value!** Bring your creativity, relax, and let’s make something awesome together.
**Choose one from Below:**
* 20 Orc Warriors
* 20 Empire Soldiers
* 20 Dwarf Warriors
* 20 Elf Spearmen
Step into a world where strategy meets artistry — and where every painted figure tells a story of battle, honor, and imagination. Join **Daclaud** at **The Arcane Foundry** for an evening that introduces newcomers and enthusiasts alike to the timeless craft of **tabletop wargaming** and **miniature painting**.
My own journey began with a fascination for fantasy — knights in armor, grim and hardened warriors, and monstrous creatures locked in epic battle. That passion led me to **Dungeons & Dragons**, where I painted my first **Basic Heroes set** and felt the spark that comes from bringing a character to life in miniature form. Not long after, I discovered **Warhammer Fantasy** and **Warhammer 40,000**, and I was hooked. The vision of vast armies clashing across the table — each unit meticulously painted, each story unfolding through dice and imagination — became my creative obsession.
During this event, we’ll explore the **origins of wargaming**, from its early military simulations to the richly detailed worlds of modern tabletop battle systems. You’ll learn how to **build and customize your own armies**, paint your first figures, and experience the joy of turning strategy and storytelling into a hands-on art form.
Whether you’re drawn by the lore, the hobby, or the thrill of commanding miniature legions, this introduction will open the gates to a world that has captivated hobbyists for generations.
**🎨 RSVP today and join us at The Arcane Foundry — where every brushstroke and battle tells a story.**
Shut Up & Write!™ Easton Town Center
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!
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