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Sahaja Yoga meditation course in English
Welcome to join our Sahaja Yoga meditation meetings in English! The meetings are free of charge and you can just show up. The group consists of people of different ages and nationalities who have been meditating different periods of time. Newcomers are welcome at any time. We normally sit on chairs or on pillows on the floor, so there is no need to bring a mat and you can wear normal clothes.
Meditation means mental silence or thoughtless awareness. You are present here and now, but your mind is not bombarded by thoughts from the past or the future. In this state, you feel peace and joy, which are the essential elements of the present moment. With regular practice of meditation, it is possible to establish this state within us.
The group is lead by volunteers who are experienced and can offer guidance to get you started. We give a short introduction to the meditation and after that we do meditation exercises. We also give tips on how to meditate at home. After the meditation class, we have a cup of tea and there is time for questions.
Welcome! We hope to see you in our meditation meetings!
This video helps you to find the Kamppi Sahaja Yoga center:
https://vimeo.com/199566137
More information about Sahaja Yoga meditation:
www.discoversahajayoga.org (in English)
www.jooga.org (in Finnish)
www.sahajayoga.ru (in Russian)
www.sahajayoga.es (in Spanish)
Guided online meditations to support your meditation practice at home:
www.wemeditate.com
Football with MIITTI
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!
Holistica - BodyMind Flow
**Holistica BodyMind Flow**
**The Spring Sessions**
The Holistica classes are a fusion of mobility, strength, breath work and relaxation exercises. We also use Yoga, Qigong, and somatic practices, as well as playfulness, dance, and creative activities.
Every class is different and the main goal is to connect to our bodies through movement, to build a warm, welcoming and supportive community and to provide tools to support us to improve our overall health and wellbeing in everyday life.
**Exclusively for women.** Migrant women very welcome. LGBT+ very welcome.
Come as you are, bringing openness and curiosity.
Wear comfortable clothes.
**IMPORTANT:**
• Spots are limited. If you are not on the MeetUp attendance list, you will be kindly asked to leave.
• If you reserve a spot but cannot attend, please cancel in good time so someone from the waitlist can join.
About the Project:
These classes are part of the Mindful Movements project, launched in September 2025.
Facilitator: Lay Wascher — Yoga teacher, Holistic BodyMind and Wellbeing facilitator, Group Fitness instructor and MIITTI volunteer.
WHEN:
Tuesday, 14th of April, 18:30-19:45
WHERE:
Wanha Labra, Lapinlahden Lähde
Lapinlahdenpolku 8
00180 Helsinki
(How to find us: Inside the yellow main building's courtyard, enter through the door to Kahvila Lähde and turn left, head up the stairs, the door to Wanha Labra is straight ahead.
If you want to be part of the MIITTI community,
follow us on our other platforms:
[Instagram](instagram.com/miitti1)
[Facebook](facebook.com/miitti1)
[Website](lapinlahdenlahde.fi/en/projekti/miitti/)
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!
***MIITTI’s Principles for safer space:***
MIITTI wants to nourish a safe and pleasant environment for everyone, where everyone can feel safe as themselves. By joining as a volunteer, employee or participant of the event or activity, you agree to follow the guidelines below
*Non-discrimination*
I do not make assumptions about people based on their external characteristics or names. I treat all participants with respect, and I don’t use language or take actions that discriminate based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic. I respect pronouns and names.
*Boundaries*
I respect others' personal space and boundaries, both physical and mental. I acknowledge that I cannot know someone else's boundaries without asking first. I ask before touching. I listen to others and adapt my behaviour if someone indicates that my behaviour makes them feel uncomfortable.
*Creating Safe Environment*
Everyone is responsible for contributing to a safe and respectful environment. If I witness harassment, I do my part to support those who experience inappropriate or offensive treatment.
*Zero Tolerance for Harassment*
Our space upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy towards any form of harassment. Harassment, whether verbal, physical, or online, will not be tolerated.
If you experience or witness inappropriate behavior or harassment at our events, please report it to the MIITTI or Lapinlahden Lähde staff.
Improv - theatre group
We are starting a closed improvization theater group, meeting weekly on Tuesdays. If you are interested to join, you're welcome to try it on 14.4.!
No previous experience in theatre or improvisation is required – the most important thing is to have fun and try something new.
**IMPORTANT**: Spots are limited, please make sure to reserve yours!
The training sessions teach and apply basic improv techniques, skills and principles.
In addition to short exercises, those who are interested can work towards for a small performance for a small audience in late spring – however, participation is also meaningful without the desire to perform.
*Commitment*:
The first time you can come and get to know the other participants and the techniques without any commitment.
From week 16 (14th of April) onwards, the group will close in hopes that the participants can work more focused together and develop onto what we have learned.
Participants will also get the opportunity to take turns directing the rest of the group or other smaller responsibilities as they gain confidence.
WHEN & WHERE:
Tuesdays at 18-20
Tallipääty, MIITTI office
Lapinlahten Lähde
Lapinlahdenpolku 8
00180 Helsinki
About the facilitator:
Iska Knuuttila has been part of the Jyväskylä-based Impropaatti group in 2020–2024, where he led some of the training and performed in two performance seasons. The repertoire included both short techniques and long plays.
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Swedish Language Café at Luckan
(SWE nedan)
This is a language café for anyone who wants to practice their Swedish through discussion in a laid-back environment. Swedish Language Café takes place every Tuesday at Luckan, and the programme is adapted according to the participants’ needs and wishes.
Swedish Language Café is organised in collaboration with Kvinnliga Akademiker i Helsingfors.
The Swedish Language Café meets at Luckan, Georgsgatan 27 / Yrjönkatu 27 every Tuesday at 17:30-19:00.
There is no need to sign up in advance.
For more information: integration@luckan.fi
SWE
Swedish Language Café är ett språkkafé som är öppet för alla som vill öva svenska via diskussioner i en avslappnad miljö. Språkkaféet hålls varje tisdag och programmet anpassas enligt deltagarnas behov och önskemål.
Språkkafét ordnas i samarbete med Kvinnliga Akademiker i Helsingfors.
Språkkafét hålls på Luckan, Georgsgatan 27 klockan 17:30-19:00.
Förhandsanmälan krävs ej. För mera information kontakta integration@luckan.fi
Shut Up & Write - Helsinki
A warm space to write, connect, and spend some intentional time together.
We start by gathering, chatting a little, and ordering a tea or coffee if you like. Then at **18:30** we take an hour to focus on our own writing.
No phones, no chatting during the writing time — just a simple way to create momentum while being in the company of others. If you are noise sensitive, bring earplugs/headphones etc..
There’s no pressure to share your work unless you feel like it — you’re always welcome to keep things private.
All kinds of writing are welcome:
– Creative writing
– Poetry
– Journaling
– Essays or academic work
– Anything else
Any language is welcome too.
After the session, you’re welcome to stay, chat, and hang out for as long as you like.
Come as you are, bring whatever you’re working on, and enjoy a supportive, easygoing atmosphere ✨
**Very welcome to our first event!**
Finnish Language Café
Learning Finnish in Finland can be difficult because Finns tend to switch to English. That is one of the reasons people like our Finnish language café: you get to practice Finnish with Finns :)
The events are completely free and there is always a native speaker to facilitate the conversation and to help find the right words. The coffee is good too ☕😋🇦🇹
Tervetuloa!
When? ⏰
Usually Tuesday to Friday from 15:00 - 16:00
Where? 📍
In a cozy Viennese coffee house: The Good Coffee Company, Eerikinkatu 33, Helsinki
The Good Coffee Company
A Taste of Vienna 🇦🇹
Eerikinkatu 33, 00180 Helsinki
Please visit our Facebook page for updates and changes:
https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodCoffeeCompany/events
Country Walks Events This Week
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Founders Running Club :: Helsinki
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 35+ cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
**Stay updated**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
Women's Wellbeing Group
Warm welcome to MIITTI's Wellbeing for Women!
Join us weekly in Kulttuuritila Merirasti for different activities that support your mental and physical wellbeing, while giving you opportunity to connect with others.
**IMPORTANT**: Spots are limited, so please make sure to reserve yours!
Wellbeing for women means honouring your body, mind, and emotions with compassion and care. These wellbeing sessions will nurture and support your relationships, and make space for rest and growth, because true wellbeing empowers you to live confidently, authentically and in balance with your own needs.
WHEN & WHERE:
Fridays at 10-12
Friday 6th of March we will begin with introductions and building connection and trust with each other.
Kulttuuritila Merirasti
Jaluspolku 3
00980 Helsinki
Warm welcome!
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[Website](https://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/en/projekti/miitti)
Deep Talks Helsinki: An Evening of Real Conversations (Theme: Restart)
**Tired of surface-level conversations?**
This evening is different.
Not networking. Not small talk.
A curated space for real, meaningful conversations.
**Theme of the evening:**
*Restart — Finding the courage to begin again*
We all reach moments where we stop, drift, or walk away.
Coming back is the hard part. This evening is about that space — between stopping and starting again.
⚠️ *Spots are limited and your place is only confirmed after booking via the link below.*
**What to expect**
• Small group deep talks (guided)
• Rotating conversations
• Relaxed, open social time after
🕔 Doors open 17:00 \| Start 17:30
🎟 **Limited spots available**
💶 Ticket: €10
➡️Book your spot here: https://book.stripe.com/00w14n3dM9lz9Pn6sQ3gk02
☕ Drinks/food available at a special price at the venue
Join our **[free WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FKrAyyRe6Mt5WU7BHujFlF)** to see the inner side of the community — conversations, people, and upcoming activities.
Special **combo + tea deals** available by Outrun Cafe (not included in ticket).
📸 Photos and short videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, just let the host know — we’ll always respect your space.
**What If You Could Start Again?**
\- Thinkers & Makers Helsinki
Gallery Sinne - guided tour in easy Swedish
### Välkommen på guidad tur på lätt svenska!
Vill du uppleva konst och prata svenska samtidigt? Följ med oss till galleriet Sinne!
Sinne visar spännande finlandssvensk samtidskonst och är en del av stiftelsen Pro Artibus. Fredagen den 17 april får vi en guidad tur på lätt svenska. Vi tittar på utställningen tillsammans med galleriets personal, bekantar oss med konsten och övar svenska språket.
Det här är ett perfekt tillfälle för dig som vill öva på din svenska och samtidigt lära dig mer om den lokala konstscenen i Helsingfors.
När: Fredag 17 april kl. 16.00–17.00
Var: Galleri Sinne, Stora Robertsgatan 16, 00120 Helsingfors
Hur: Ingen förhandsanmälan behövs, det är bara att dyka upp!
Pris: Gratis
Vi ses på Sinne!
### Join us for a guided tour in Easy Swedish!
Would you like to experience art and practice your Swedish at the same time? Join us for a visit to Sinne gallery!
Sinne showcases exciting Finland-Swedish contemporary art and is part of the Pro Artibus Foundation. On Friday, April 17th, we will have a guided tour in Easy Swedish. We will explore the exhibition together with the gallery staff and get to know the art at a relaxed pace.
This is a perfect opportunity for anyone who wants to practice their Swedish while learning more about the local art scene in Helsinki.
When: Friday, April 17th, 16:00–17:00
Where: Gallery Sinne, Stora Robertsgatan 16, 00120 Helsinki
How: No registration needed, just show up!
Price: Free of charge
We’ll speak slowly and clearly so everyone can follow along. See you at Sinne!
Creative Activities for Kids 7+
Motley ry, in collaboration with MIITTI, is happy to present our Spring-26 schedule of FREE, FUN and FRIENDLY creative community workshops for children and young people, including embroidery, tufting and 3D greeting cards, led by our lovely, kind and professional teachers!
***Check the individual dates for each activity in the registration form further down!***
WHERE:
The workshops will take place on Wednesday evenings at:
**Tallipääty, MIITTI office at Lapinlahden Lähde, Lapinlahdenpolku 8**
This year we are able to provide a range of children and young people's creative activities free of charge (materials included too), thanks to a grant from a foundation Brita Maria Renlunds minne sr.
While we are still working on our own website, more details of each workshop can be also found in:
[https://www.instagram.com/motley_project/](https://www.instagram.com/motley_project/ "https://www.instagram.com/motley_project/")
**Sign up now to book a space before they fill up!**
Sign up through this Google Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexw_M9lC4hUNJ2a0zx3qzhzI63Ob4eEnn0hseCnOGwis__7w/viewform
…or by emailing us:
[motleyproject2025@gmail.com](https://helsinki.inschool.fi/!04734529/messages/26761149#OnlyHTTPAndHTTPSAllowed "https://helsinki.inschool.fi/!04734529/messages/26761149#OnlyHTTPAndHTTPSAllowed")
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Finding Seams - a hands-on workshop
To whoever want to turn hard-to-test code into easy-to-test code.
This is a **hands-on workshop** where we do pair programming on an example domain. The example code contains difficult-to-test code, and your job is to make the code testable and add few tests.
You will learn **3 different techniques** on turning legacy code into testable code. These techniques you can take with you to your work and use them the very next day.
**Schedule**.
17:00 some snacks and setting up your dev env.
17:30 programming exercise
18:45 quick retro
19:00 free discussion, sauna\* is on.
\* Please bring a swimsuit for the sauna. Towels are on the house.
Kielenvaihtokulma suomi/arabia
Opitaan suomea ja arabiaa sekä kohdataan kahvikupposen äärellä!
Kielenvaihtokulmassa opit tandem-menetelmällä arabiaa sitä äidinkielenään puhuvalta ja itse opetat samalla suomea, molemmat opettavat toisilleen.
Tule kielenvaihtokulmaan jakamaan osaamistasi!
Location:
Maunula talo
Metsäpurontie 4
00630 Helsinki
Tervetuloa mukaan silloin kun sinulle sopii!
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Country Walks Events Near You
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Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋
**IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...**
[The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up.
* This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).
Griggs Reservoir Walk: Wyandot Park to Griggs Dam and Back
We'll meet at Wyandot Park, cross Riverside Dr at Lane Rd, then walk south along the water to Griggs Park and back — around 5 miles total.
A scenic out-and-back route along the Scioto River. One of the nicer stretches of trail in Columbus.
Parking is available at Wyandot Park, off Lane Rd.
Here's an overview of the route on Google Maps:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/uqweEoi6vcpY4esTA
See you there.
Hike Blacklick Woods and The Canopy. Optional lunch after.
Over time I'm hoping to organize a hike to all the Franklin County Metro Parks. This is the first one so if you're interested jump in!
We'll start with the Canopy Walk, a cool feature of this park. Climb 100 stairs to the top - or take the elevator if stairs aren't your thing. At the top there are a bunch of things to play on - a rope bridge, a fireman pole that we can slide down - and more! About fifteen minutes there and we'll head to the natural trail, Buttonbush, Maple and Beech Trail for 2.2 miles then do a 1.7 mile loop on the paved Greenway Trail. We'll be passing our cars as we transition if you only want to do the first loop, or the second loop. Pace of around 3.5 mph but no one left behind.
If there is an interest we can grab lunch nearby afterward.
Horse Race Night at Worthington Hills Country Club!
Let's check out the Upcoming Horse Race Event at Worthington Hills Country Club with the Dublin-Rotary Worthington Club!
Food will be served along with a cash bar!
Cost is only $40.00 per Ticket plus a small fee:
[Night at the Races - Dublin-Worthington Rotary - 2026 Tickets, Wednesday, Apr 22 from 6 pm to 9 pm | Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/night-at-the-races-dublin-worthington-rotary-2026-tickets-1980210210044?aff=ebdssbdestsearch)
Purchase your tickets ASAP because they will stop selling them on April 7th.
I haven't been to a Horse Race Event in awhile and feel that this will be an extremely fun and exciting opportunity! Horse racing is a thrilling sport. Worthington Hills Country Club is a Beautiful Club in Worthington, Ohio with Captivating Scenery and Prestigious Charm.
Parking is FREE and widely available in the Large Parking Lot in front of Worthington Hills Country Club.
We will meet at 6:00 PM the Main Front Entrance at Worthington Hills Country Club. Thanks and hope to see you come out!
Hike Bexley - UPDATED DATE
Meet at Wolfe Park parking lot by tennis courts. We willl walk along Alum Creek trail, through Jeffrey Mansion Park then along Bexley neighborhood and back.
Optional lunch at Trolley District.




















