Cognitive Science

ENG (in Swedish below) **WHEN:** Group 1 (advanced): 12.1, 2.2, 2.3, 30.3, and 4.5 Group 2 (beginners): 19.1, 9.2, 9.3, 13.4, and 11.5 at 18:00 - 19:30 **WHERE:** Luckan, Georgsgatan 27, Helsingfors **HOW: The event is free of charge. Register here:** **[https://forms.gle/ai8BituyMyAkrLqq7](https://forms.gle/ai8BituyMyAkrLqq7?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEweVp1TEZkZFRvQlp5Rlh4T3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6sqzrrkBsE2DCnr_BRfH8GyxFagtgH_S_BlsbV-3uXQX059a7_x4-O3Ke3kg_aem_o5saCgVhaeN1ulJWs2jrFg)** Are you eager to practice your Swedish? Do you have an interest in literature? Join our Book Club in Easy Swedish to practice your Swedish and explore literature. Engage in lively discussions, read easy Swedish literature, and boost your language skills. Language Cafe Experience: Our book club is designed as a language cafe, where literature takes center stage. It's a relaxed and welcoming environment, perfect for individuals of all language levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, you'll find inspiration, encouragement, and a place to enhance your language skills through engaging conversations. This study year, two researchers from Helsinki University will be shadowing the groups. The research is focusing on how texts in easy Swedish help participants learn the language. Flexible Attendance: No need to attend every session. Feel free to join us when you can, and each gathering will be a unique experience. *** SWE **NÄR:** Måndagar 12.1, 2.2, 2.3, 30.3 & 4.5 (mera avancerad) Måndagar 19.1, 9.2, 9.3, 13.4 & 11.5 (lätt) kl. 18:00 - 19:30 **VAR:** Luckan, Georgsgatan 27, Helsingfors **HUR: Gratis, men anmälan krävs. Registreringslänken [https://forms.gle/ai8BituyMyAkrLqq7](https://forms.gle/ai8BituyMyAkrLqq7?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEweVp1TEZkZFRvQlp5Rlh4T3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6H8tpFly0f644p5Mh4Cs6iTMHugdHz8HfiDodDueXq_r-7LHl-iLWwXzAgKg_aem_wlC7gMiEcPjWTTEgFDu1Hw)** Vill du öva din svenska? Har du ett intresse för litteratur? Gå med i vår bokklubb på lättläst svenska för att öva dina kunskaper i svenska och utforska litteratur. Delta i livliga diskussioner, läs lättläst svensk litteratur och förbättra dina språkkunskaper. Träffa andra som också lär sig svenska för att dela tankar, ställa frågor och ha meningsfulla diskussioner. Bokklubben är utformad som ett språkcafé, där litteraturen står i fokus. Det är en avslappnad och välkomnande miljö som passar individer på alla språknivåer. Oavsett om du är nybörjare eller mer avancerad användare, hittar du inspiration, uppmuntran och en plats där du kan förbättra dina språkkunskaper genom engagerande samtal. Det här studieåret har vi två forskare från Helsingfors universitet som skuggar grupperna. Deras forskning fokuserar på hur lättlästa texter hjälper deltagarna att lära sig svenska. Man behöver inte delta i varje träff. Kom gärna med när det passar dig.

**The Red Tent – an Empowering Circle for Women and Non-binary** *”Do you miss an opportunity to share your experiences, memories and desires as a woman in a safe circle?”* **IMPORTANT**: Spots are limited, please make sure to reserve yours! If you are not on the list, you will be kindly asked to leave. If you repeatedly register without showing up and cancelling in good time for someone else to participate instead, the host may choose to remove you from future events, so as to ensure fair access to the group. In our weekly Monday meetings, we will explore them together through somatic practices, dance, singing, painting, writing, discussing and lecturing. The 7x times workshop series will culminate in a voluntary exhibition of our own right at Lapinlahden Lähde. This is an open group, but to get the full experience, it is recommended to attend the entire workshop series. We follow the principles of safe space and no discrimination of any kind is accepted at the event. You can learn about them here: [https://unwomen.fi/turvallisemman-tilan-periaatteet/](https://unwomen.fi/turvallisemman-tilan-periaatteet/) [https://kansalaisfoorumi.fi/wp-content/uploads/safer-space-principles-poster-a3.pdf](https://kansalaisfoorumi.fi/wp-content/uploads/safer-space-principles-poster-a3.pdf) Please, come as you are, on time, and in comfortable clothes to move with. The language of instruction: Finnish and English The age range: all attendants from 18 years of age **WHEN:** Monday 4th of May – Monday 15th of June 2026 Time: 6.30pm–8.30pm **WHERE:** Tallipääty, MIITTI office Lapinlahden Lähde, Lapinlahdenpolku 8, 00810 Helsinki (How to find us: When inside of the front courtyard of the yellow main building, the door to MIITTI's office is the first one on your left-hand side.) Full list of dates: Mon 4.5. 6.30pm–8.30pm @ Tallipääty Mon 11.5. 6.30pm–8.30pm @ Tallipääty Mon 18.5. 6.30pm–8.30pm @ Tallipääty Mon 25.5. 6.30pm–8.30pm @ Tallipääty Mon 1.6. 6.30pm–8.30pm @ Tallipääty Mon 8.6. 6.30pm–8.30pm @ Tallipääty Mon 15.6. 6.30pm–8.30pm @ Tallipääty About the facilitator: Katariina Jumppanen studies Theatre Pedagogy Master at the University of Arts, and this workshop series is part of her teaching practice. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email: katariina.jumppanen@uniarts.fi Looking forward to see you! Katariina **Punainen teltta – voimaannuttava piiri naisille ja ei-binäärisille** ”Kaipaatko mahdollisuutta jakaa kokemuksiasi, muistojasi ja toiveitasi naisena turvallisessa piirissä?” Viikoittaisissa maanantaitapaamisissamme tutkimme näitä teemoja yhdessä somaattisten harjoitteiden, tanssin, laulun, maalaamisen, kirjoittamisen, keskustelujen ja luentojen kautta. 7 kerran työpajasarja huipentuu vapaaehtoiseen omaan näyttelyymme Lapinlahden Sairaalassa. Ryhmä on avoin, mutta täyden kokemuksen saamiseksi suosittelemme osallistumista koko sarjaan. Noudatamme turvallisemman tilan periaatteita, ja kaikenlainen syrjintä on tapahtumassa kielletty. Voit lukea lisää täältä: [https://unwomen.fi/turvallisemman-tilan-periaatteet/](https://unwomen.fi/turvallisemman-tilan-periaatteet/) Tulethan paikalle omana itsenäsi, ajoissa ja mukavissa liikkumiseen sopivissa vaatteissa. Tämä työpajasarja on osa opetusnäytettäni Teatteripedagogiikan maisteriopinnoissa Taideyliopistossa. Opetuskielet: suomi ja englanti Ikäraja: osallistujat 18 vuodesta ylöspäin Aika: maanantai 4.5. – maanantai 15.6.2026 Kellonaika: klo 18.30–20.30 Paikka: Tallipääty, Lapinlahden Lähde, Lapinlahdenpolku 8, 00810 Helsinki Jos sinulla on kysyttävää, älä epäröi ottaa yhteyttä sähköpostitse: katariina.jumppanen@uniarts.fi Lämpimästi tervetuloa mukaan! Katariina

**Become a better speaker and leader with Stadi Talkers Toastmasters Club!** Welcome to Stadi Talkers Toastmasters Club, a proud member of Toastmasters International, the global non-profit organisation dedicated to teaching public speaking, presentation, pitching, and leadership skills. Our worldwide network of clubs helps individuals grow personally and professionally through practical, hands-on experience. **New to Toastmasters? Join us as a guest!** We invite you to attend our meetings as a guest to see what Toastmasters is all about. You can choose to participate in our impromptu speech session or simply observe and get a feel for our community. Our welcoming environment is designed to support and inspire you, whether you're just starting out or looking to hone your skills. **Meeting structure** Our meetings typically include the following segments: * Table Topics™ (Impromptu Speeches): *4-7 short speeches (1-2 minutes each)* * Prepared Speeches: *2-3 in-depth presentations (5-7 minutes each)* * Evaluation Session: *Constructive feedback to help you improve* No matter your profession, the skills you develop at Toastmasters will enhance your ability to communicate effectively, pitch ideas confidently, and interact positively with others. These are lifelong benefits that will serve you well in any career or social setting. **Learn more and connect with us** For more information about Toastmasters International, visit [www.toastmasters.org](http://www.toastmasters.org). However, the best way to truly understand the value of Toastmasters is to experience it first-hand. Guests are always welcome, and you can even try your hand at our impromptu speech session if you feel inspired. Connect with us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/stadi-talkers) or [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/staditalkers/)! *Meetings start at 18:00. We recommend arriving early to mingle with club members before the program begins.*

¡Bienvenidos al curso gratuito de meditación Sahaja Yoga en español! Sahaja Yoga es una práctica de meditación que nos permite alcanzar un estado de equilibrio general, tanto a nivel físico como emocional y espiritual. El objetivo central es alcanzar y mantener el estado de conciencia sin pensamientos o silencio mental. Con práctica regular de meditación podemos establecer este estado en nuestro interior. No es necesario llevar nada al curso y puedes vestirte de ropa normal. Después de la clase podemos tomar té y hay tiempo para preguntas y conversación. Este video te ayuda a llegar al centro de Sahaja Yoga de Kamppi: https://vimeo.com/199566137 ¡Bienvenidos! Más información sobre Sahaja Yoga: www.sahajayoga.es

Let's paint mugs together! At Merirasti, Jaluspolku 3, 00980 Helsinki. I will afterwards dip the mugs in clear glaze and fire them for you in my kiln. This event includes some MindSpring which means we talk a bit about how it is to move to a new city or country and share advice. Bring your own snacks! There is a 10 € entry fee which covers materials. Welcome!

Tervetuloa Suomea-Englantia kahvilaan, missä voit nauttia kahvista ja harjotella kielitaitojasi suomea! Welcome to a Finnish - English café, where you can enjoy coffee and practice your skills! 📅 Päivämäärät / Dates: 22.4, 6.5 , 13.5 & 20.5 ⏰ Aika / Time: 15:00–16:00 📍 Lapinlahdenpolku 8 (Kahvila Lähde at Lapinlahden Lähde) ☕ Kahvia • Keskustelua • Kieltä ☕ Coffee • Conversation • Language Nähdään siellä! / See you there! Join our Finnish – English café on the Wednesdays listed above to practice your skills in a relaxed setting. Everyone is welcome, no matter your level!

East Helsinki should be an independent country. Where people stand for things. Empathy, compassion, gratitude and everything good and left. Where everyone would make a lot of sense, love and tell so many stories. This evening is about the story part. The stories of sandwiches, liberty, chai, fishing, relocation, resistance, and whatever. Come and listen to some of them with us, have a cup of tea or soup of the day. If you want to tell a story or perform then send us a request at saraab.helsinki@gmail.com We will also have some stories from the hat, so come-check the vibe and put your name in the hat if you feel like telling one. Red card to racists, queerphobes/islamophobes, climate change deniers. We also have a lifetime entry ban for Putin, Erdogan, Netanyahu and Donald Trump. If you are going through a lot, we are on your side. Meri-Rastila for life, because east is a tribe, a vibe. Free entry – Refreshments available for purchase at the store nearby Doors open / Hangout: 19:00 Program: 20:00 – 22:00 Hangout 22:00 – 23:00 P.s. Straight white middle-aged people can also join saraab.helsinki@gmail.com

Meetup co-organised with the Helsinki Clojure Meetup. See their page for details: https://www.meetup.com/helsinki-clojure-meetup/events/314250551 There will be 2-3 presentations about topics in functional programming and time for questions as well as free discussion. **Please contact Pekka ([pekka.kaitaniemi@metosin.fi](mailto:pekka.kaitaniemi@metosin.fi)) if you'd like to give a presentation about a topic that interests you!** Talks: TBA Tentative schedule: 17:15 doors open, free social activity 17:30 welcome words from Metosin 17:40 talks and Q&A 19:30 free social activity Please also sign up to the event via the link above!

Second joint functional programming meetup of 2026, hosted at the Helsinki office of Metosin and organized together with the Helsinki Haskell Users Group. There will be 3 presentations about topics in functional programming and time for questions as well as free discussion. Please contact Pekka (pekka.kaitaniemi@metosin.fi) if you'd like to give a presentation about a topic that interests you! Talks: **Using Go & Clojure with Babashka pods to create Conjtest (Ilmo Raunio)** Explores a Policy as Code tool built using Clojure/Babashka, bridging it to Golang using the Babashka pod protocol. Conjtest allows you to write and evaluate tests against common configuration file formats (such as EDN, YAML, or Terraform) using Clojure. **How I created my first RISC-V processor with Clash (Mika Tammi)** **Mu-Nu pairing (Kari Pahula)** A look into a novel layered program architecture that pairs two different ways of representing code: a finite, arrow-based tree structure (μ) for analyzing and optimizing program logic, and a and a productive, infinite monadic state-machine (ν) for the actual execution. The talk focuses on its practical uses and demonstrations. Tentative schedule: 17:15 doors open, free social activity 17:30 welcome words from Metosin 17:40 talks and Q&A 19:30 free social activity

Welcome to join our Ren Xue Yuan Gong practice throughout the summer at Lapinlahden Lähde! The practice is simple but yet practical and powerful. It is easy to learn and will help you: -gain energy, feel less tired and stressed -more mental clarity, easier to concentrate -boost your immune system Time: Sundays 15:30 - 17:00 WHERE: Tallipääty, MIITTI office Lapinlahden Lähde Lapinlahdenpolku 8 00180 Helsinki About REN XUE Ren Xue is a comprehensive system for uplifting human life. It includes a unique form of Qigong (Yuan Qigong); three foundational theories (Theory of Qi, Theory of Consciousness, Theory of Totality) and a large body of teachings. It was created by world-renowned teacher and healer Yuan Tze who continues to offer online and in-person events worldwide. Ren Xue combines ancient Chinese wisdom traditions with modern insights into health and well-being. The goal of Ren Xue is to help individuals improve their physical, emotional, and mental health through a holistic approach that emphasizes the connection between the mind, body, and spirit. REN XUE FINLAND Ren Xue Finland (RXF) is the Finnish branch of the global movement, an organization dedicated to the promotion and teaching of Ren Xue and its associated practices, including Yuan Gong and Yuan Ming Medicine. It provides easy entry into the Ren Xue system through local in-person sessions, online courses and workshops/retreats. Other learning methods can be found here: Ren Xue TV, a YouTube channel and Learn Ren Xue website. More about Ren Xue: [https://www.renxueinternational.org](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.renxueinternational.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR06uJQRSC7BE3zhPePQ7X_KO7WXa60cr7NK25KdOqfbSIHpYqBLO3dYgVM_aem_alDR7a6KhbNhG3u9NhCUVA&h=AT18asmYaRkvHCJemaC7rr9GVu579uflDCg7T6mLNodWdtMVhuxwFhIyz0p5ONeJbm3WQ3ZGIwONIa0_pDvih4t9BCCJUBkjhK4BdIMEl4aQ_qPzR5ykW-aiOndhYDPeAW9_2_eWZaMsv889HKbp8_c&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AT35KTjVjr2kCnYHrXXjXPxEGFK-RFbZnFVdDmWrTe5WwbSZZ5ulNxFEjPPhejS8Pf4xetwkU1hhM1P2K_ABugpnXL6w-CKE25ARXwtLSexv-4fPJ4s2_Kcqgj3g2XWjCVkPPgcjwrPoNWOvdKa2f1VqyVa-2kcTojodTS3wn9zrnRjZLcG7)/

Hello sporty population! Let's gather around and play some football together with people from around the world! IMPORTANT! Spots are limited, so make sure you reserver yours! If you are not registered on the list, you will be kindly asked to leave; this is to ensure fair access for everyone! We will play indoors at Playbox in Vantaa on Tuesday evenings from 18.00-19.00 Age limit: 16+ You can come directly inside the hall or meet us at the entrance a bit before 18.00. MIITTI welcomes everyone to its events regardless of background or gender. You don't have to have any skills at all to come and play with us, and if you do, please come and coach us! WHERE: Playbox Vetokuja 1 01610 Vantaa Warm welcome! If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms: WhatsApp: Join our Whatsapp community network to join your favourite group and stay connected with the other members! When you participate in one of our groups or events, just ask the group facilitator to add you to the community!

When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches. * **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason. * **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes. ## Discussion Questions 1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie. 2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?** 3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome? 4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend? 5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles? 6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way? 7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time? 8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?

At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment. Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

This meetup is a beginner-friendly session introducing version control for Unity projects, with a look at three common tools: Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control. The goal is to help you understand what version control is, why it matters for Unity development, and what options are out there. The format will likely be presentation-style, with live demos and time for questions throughout. You'll see each tool in action and learn how they fit into a Unity workflow. What to Expect: * An introduction to version control and why it's essential for Unity projects * An overview of Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control * Demos of each tool in a Unity workflow * Tips for getting started * No prior version control experience required * Resources for continued learning All experience levels are welcome. Whether you're new to version control or already using one of these tools, this session will help you understand what each one offers. Food and drinks provided. Join us to learn more about version control options for Unity.

Practical AI for Power BI Developers A year ago, “agentic AI” was mostly hype for Power BI teams. Today, it deserves your undivided attention. For Power BI pros, there is now a real opportunity to reduce repetitive development work, accelerate delivery, and help developers do more, but only when strong DataOps practices are in place to make AI workflows effective. This session is a no-nonsense introduction to effective AI patterns for Power BI and Fabric development. Along the way, we will make sense of the growing pile of terminology, including skills, plugins, hooks, and MCP. You will see examples of how modern AI tooling can help with development tasks across Power BI and Fabric, along with the prerequisites, guardrails, and DataOps principles needed to use it responsibly. Whether you're burned out on AI hype or already using Copilot CLI daily, this session will show you the foundations that are finally making AI-assisted development genuinely useful.

Join us every 3rd Sunday of the month right after the Sunday Service for our Potluck Fellowship — a warm and welcoming time to connect, share, and celebrate community together! Bring your favorite dish to share (homemade or store-bought — all are welcome) and enjoy a delicious meal with friends old and new. It’s a wonderful opportunity to relax, laugh, and deepen your connections. Come hungry for good food, uplifting conversation, and heartfelt fellowship!

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!