Creative Community

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

**¿Eres un apasionad@ del collage?** Todos los viernes tenemos una quedada muy especial para los amantes del collage. Si tu pasión es el collage, quieres conocer personas que con las mismas inquietudes o simplemente quieres relajarte cortando y pegando con un buen vino, este evento es para tí. Un evento collagero donde tendrás un sitio de reunión, experimentar, conocer personas y conectar mientras hacemos collage con un buen vino. ¿Quién sabe que puede salir de estos encuentros? La Clandestina aportará los materiales como revistas, papel y pegamento. Pero si quieres buscar en el baúl de los recuerdos de revistas o libros raros para experimentar puedes traerlo, así como fotos y otros. El taller es para todos los niveles ya que venimos a experimentar y entre todos nos ayudaremos. PVP: 13€ + gestión eventbrite [AQUI](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/collage-wine-tickets-1634509224089?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp) ¡Ven a compartir y desconectar con nosotros!

This book club approaches foundational texts that have shaped the past three centuries through a cross-disciplinary reading series that invites us to engage with the questions of our present. Each session pairs one of these works with a strictly contemporary text (as an optional reading), creating a dialogue in which the past becomes a lens for thinking the present, and vice versa. **No academic background is required; curiosity and openness are all you need.** *BUY THE BOOKS HERE:* **This month we will be reading [Against Interpretation and Other Essays by Susan Sontag.](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/against-interpretation/) Paired with [Ways of Seeing by John Berger](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/ways-of-seeing/).** Hosted by Josefina Alippi

Un espacio para tejer y entretejer la cultura a través de las palabras, la música y las ideas. Emociones y experiencias que resuenan en el corazón. Poemas, canciones, monólogos, lecturas, pruebas nuevas o viejas favoritas: todo cabe mientras quieras subir al escenario a compartir y compartirte. **Cómo funciona:** * 🎟️ **Plazas limitadas** * ✍️ Para participar, debes **llegar al inicio del evento y registrarte en persona con los organizadores** * ⏱️ Cada participante dispone de **7 minutos en el escenario** * 🎭 Público bienvenido durante todo el evento * 🎟️ **Entrada gratuita** * ☕ **Consumo mínimo requerido** para apoyar al espacio y al proyecto Ven a escuchar, a participar o simplemente a disfrutar del ambiente. Un micrófono abierto, una sala atenta y ganas de compartir.

🇪🇸 (🇬🇧 version below) ¡Hola a tod@s! 😃 ¿Te apasiona el arte 👨🏻‍🎨👩🏼‍🎨 y te gustaría conocer a otras personas con tu misma afición? 🫂 ¿Y qué tal si además aprovechamos para salir de fiesta 🕺🏿💃🏼? 😁 El **viernes 10 de abril** no te puedes perder nuestro **Paseo 👣 Artístico 🎨 Queer 🏳‍🌈 + Juerga** 🪇🪭🔊🎶👯 **Podrás unirte o marcharte cuando quieras** 🗽 Podrás recibir nuestra ubicación en tiempo real 📍, así como las fotos 📷 y vídeos 📹 que hagamos junt@s, a través de este **grupo de WhatsApp** 👇🏼 https://chat.whatsapp.com/CUZW5tmLnn68pl6N1m64Sx 🔰 Nos encontraremos **a las 19:00 en la Galería Art Nou** (Carrer d'Enric Granados, 49), donde han reunido para nuestro grupo 😮 obras 🖼 relacionadas con el mundo LGBT+ 🏳️‍🌈 Luego iremos a la cercana **Galería Imago Dei** (C/ Diputació, 187), donde podremos admirar la exposición **Deseo** ❤️‍🔥 del pintor madrileño **Héctor López** 👨‍🎨, una exploración del cuerpo como territorio de tensión. Acabaremos nuestro paseo en el **Centro Cívico Urgell**, que alberga la exposición **Querida Barcelona**, de la artista peruana **Rocío Quillahuaman** 👩‍🎨, quien quiere mostrar su relación agridulce con nuestra ciudad desde sus ojos de mujer inmigrante. **Todas las exposiciones que visitaremos son totalmente gratuitas** 🆓 Una vez cargad@s de inspiración artística, iremos al restaurante **El Punto Peruano** 🇵🇪 (C/ de Muntaner, 21), donde podremos charlar 🗣 y conocernos mejor 🫂 mientras tomamos algo 🍻🥂 y cenamos rico 🍽🥘🥗🍝 Para terminar la noche, ¡vamos a darlo todo en la pista! 💃🕺 Elegiremos junt@s uno de los bares donde se puede bailar sin pagar entrada 🆓: El Cangrejo 🦀, Museum, Moeem o D’Men 👬 suelen ser nuestras opciones favoritas. 🔔 MUY IMPORTANTE 🤑 Puedes pagar la cuota de participación de **6 euros al llegar en efectivo** 💶 (NO Bizum, NO tarjeta de crédito 💳). ✨ **Trae a un/a amig@ gratis** 🆓: válido si un@ es un/a nuev@ miembr@ 😉 💥 NUESTRAS TARJETAS DE FIDELIDAD 💥 🎟️ **Tarjeta 4x3**: paga 18 € y cada evento te sale a solo 4,50 €; úsala cuando quieras durante 2 meses. 🎟️ **Tarjeta Anual BQS**: ¡10 eventos + 1 GRATIS! Solo 54 € por un año completo de experiencias junt@s 🤗 ✅ Ahorra dinero ✅ Olvídate de tener que traer efectivo Si tienes cualquier duda, puedes escribirme al +34 631 546 465 (Ale) 📱 Y si quieres cotillear eventos anteriores o seguirnos en **Instagram** 🤳🏼 👉 https://instagram.com/bcnqueersquad/ ¡No pierdas esta oportunidad de activar tus sentidos y estimular tu imaginación mientras creas nuevas conexiones! 😄🌈 🇬🇧 Hi everyone! 😃 Are you passionate about art 👨🏻‍🎨👩🏼‍🎨 and would you like to meet other people who share your interests? 🫂 And how about making the most of it by going out and partying too? 🕺🏿💃🏼 😁 On **Friday, April 10th**, you can’t miss our **Queer 🏳‍🌈 Art 🎨 Walk 👣 + Party** 🪇🪭🔊🎶👯 **You can join or leave whenever you like** 🗽 We’ll share our live location 📍 as well as photos 📷 and videos 📹 through this **WhatsApp group** 👇🏼 https://chat.whatsapp.com/CUZW5tmLnn68pl6N1m64Sx 🔰 We’ll meet **at 7:00 PM at Galería Art Nou** (Carrer d'Enric Granados, 49), where they’ve gathered artworks related to the LGBT+ world 🏳️‍🌈 especially for our group 😮 Then we’ll head to the nearby **Galería Imago Dei**, where we’ll admire the exhibition 🖼 **Desire** ❤️‍🔥 by Madrid-based painter **Héctor López** 👨‍🎨 — an exploration of the body as a territory of tension. We’ll finish our walk at **Centro Cívico Urgell**, which hosts the exhibition **Dear Barcelona** by Peruvian artist **Rocío Quillahuaman** 👩‍🎨, who shares her bittersweet relationship with our city through the eyes of an immigrant woman. All the exhibitions we’ll visit are completely free 🆓 Once we’re filled with artistic inspiration, we’ll head to the restaurant **El Punto Peruano** 🇵🇪 where we can chat 🗣 get to know each other better 🫂, have some drinks 🍻🥂 and enjoy a delicious dinner 🍽🥘🥗🍝 To end the night, let’s give it our all on the dance floor! 💃🕺 We’ll choose together one of the bars where you can dance entrance fee 🆓: El Cangrejo 🦀, Museum, Moeem, or D’Men 👬 are usually our favorite options. 🔔 VERY IMPORTANT 🤑 You can pay the **€6** participation fee **in cash upon arrival** 💶 (NO Bizum, NO credit card 💳) ✨ Bring a friend for free 🆓: valid if one is a new member 😉 💥 LOYALTY CARDS ARE HERE! 💥 🎟️ 4 events for the price of 3: pay €18 and each event costs only €4.50; use it whenever you want within 2 months. 🎟️ BQS Annual Card: 10 events + 1 FREE! Only €54 for a full year of experiences together 🤗 ✅ Save money ✅ Forget about bringing cash every time If you have any questions, you can message me at +34 631 546 465 (Ale) 📱 And if you’d like to check out previous events or follow us on **Instagram** 🤳🏼 👉 https://instagram.com/bcnqueersquad/ Don’t miss this opportunity to awaken your senses, spark your imagination, and create new connections! 😄🌈

Are you looking to try out ceramics or up-skill your existing knowledge? Look no further! This workshop is standalone or you can book a block of 4 that need not be consecutive. It takes place in a very spacious and bright studio and you are welcomed to come with your own ideas or simply follow along and let your creativity blossom during the mindful 3 hours of making. The main technique used during the session is hand-building giving you the option to create functional ware or small sculptural work. Beginners will be guided through the process using techniques such as slab building, coiling, pinching, texturing and surface decoration. The more advanced will be free to create and those with experience throwing would be welcomed to use the wheel which would need to be reserved in advance. Those of you who would like to learn about glazing would need to book 2 workshops. The workshops are mainly run in English but I do speak Catalan and Spanish. They also provide a great opportunity for non-native speakers to practice their English. They last 3 hours, materials and aprons are provided and your pieces will be fired and ready for pick up around 10 days after. Cost: 42.00€ PayPal/person or 40€ Bizum. (647911448) Block of 4 workshops 150€

*Description in English, Español i Català!* **[Don't forget to join our community whatsapp group for latest updates!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LuRw9VfBIKlEfwO2PAqow3)** **English** Looking for that authentic Barcelona underground (literally) vibe? 🌌 Join us at Nomad House at the top of Raval for an evening of soulful melodies and raw talent. We start the night with an exclusive live set by **Liam, Thijmen, and Shanna**—three incredible musicians bringing you a mix of funk and soul vibes. But the night doesn't end there... At 21:00, the stage is YOURS! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a shower-singer, our Open Mic is the place to share your magic. 📍 **Where:** Nomad House (Carrer del Notariat 1) 📅 **When:** April 10th \| 20:00 \- Late 🎟 **Entry:** FREE (Support the bar, support the art!) Connect with nomads, expats, and locals. Let’s make some noise. *Follow us on Instagram for a look at the space: [@](https://www.instagram.com/bcnnomadhouse/)[bcnnomadhouse](https://www.instagram.com/bcnnomadhouse/)* **Español** ¿Buscas esa auténtica vibra *underground* (literalmente) de Barcelona? 🌌 Acompáñanos en **Nomad House**, en lo más alto del Raval, para una noche de melodías llenas de alma y talento puro. Comenzamos la velada con un set exclusivo en vivo de **Liam, Thijmen y Shanna**: tres músicos increíbles que nos traerán una mezcla de ritmos funk y soul. Pero la noche no termina ahí... ¡A las 21:00, el escenario es TUYO! Ya seas un profesional experimentado o de los que solo cantan en la ducha, nuestro **Open Mic** es el lugar perfecto para compartir tu magia. 📍 **Dónde:** Nomad House (Carrer del Notariat 1) 📅 **Cuándo:** 10 de abril \| 20:00 \- Tarde 🎟 **Entrada:** GRATIS (¡Apoya la barra, apoya el arte!) Conecta con nomads, expats y locales. ¡Hagamos algo de ruido! 🎸🔥 Síguenos en Instagram para echar un vistazo al espacio: @[bcnnomadhouse](https://www.instagram.com/bcnnomadhouse/) ***Català*** Busques l'autèntica vibració *underground* (literalment) de Barcelona? 🌌 Vine a **Nomad House**, a la part alta del Raval, per gaudir d'una vetllada de melodies amb ànima i talent pur. Començarem la nit amb un set exclusiu en viu de **Liam, Thijmen i Shanna**: tres músics increïbles que ens portaran una barreja de ritmes funk i soul. Però la nit no s'acaba aquí... A les 21:00 h, l'escenari és TEU! Tant si ets un professional amb experiència com si ets dels que només canten a la dutxa, el nostre **Open Mic** és el lloc ideal per compartir la teva màgia. 📍 **On:** Nomad House (Carrer del Notariat, 1) 📅 **Quan:** 10 d'abril \| 20:00 h \- Fins tard 🎟 **Entrada:** GRATUÏTA (Dona suport a la barra, dona suport a l'art!) Connecta amb nòmades, expatriats i gent local. Fem una mica de soroll! 🎸🔥 Segueix-nos a Instagram per veure l'espai: @[bcnnomadhouse](https://www.instagram.com/bcnnomadhouse/)

Hello hello! I am Jelena, from [www.photosbyjelenka.com](www.photosbyjelenka.com) and I am hosting one of my **dream workshops: Portraits in Water** — a creative session dedicated to capturing stunning, ethereal portraits using nothing more than a **simple bathtub, water, and a bit of imagination**. During the workshop, I will guide you through my personal process of creating **dreamlike water portraits**. You’ll learn how a small setup can produce powerful images as we gradually transform the scene around our model. Throughout the class we will experiment with different visual elements, including: * floating flowers and leaves * colored water dyes or milk to change the mood and palette * bubbly foam to create soft, surreal textures This technique is very close to my heart. I created an entire **bathtub portrait series** years ago, and one of the photographs from that series even **won a photography competition.** Some of those images are included in this event for inspiration. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, this workshop will show you how to **turn a simple idea into a striking visual story**. **PRICE: 25 EURO** You can see more of my work and get to know how I am from my Instagram: **@photosbyjelenka**

Looking for a cozy, creative space in Barcelona where you can slow down, make something with your hands, and meet kind, curious people? HUMAN Art Cafe is a warm, playful space created for people who want to reconnect with creativity, without pressure, without experience, without performance. This is not a traditional class. It’s guided free play. You’ll find: • Watercolors, acrylics, pastels, collage materials, charcoal • Gentle prompts if you need inspiration • A beautifully curated, calm atmosphere • Tea, coffee, music, and good conversation Come alone or bring a friend. You don’t need to “be artistic.” Just bring curiosity. What to expect: 1. Choose from our Art Menu 2. Get inspired 3. Create at your own pace *Art Menu experiences are €15 or €20 (depending on the piece you choose). All materials are included.* See you at the table!

Looking for a cozy, creative space in Barcelona where you can slow down, make something with your hands, and meet kind, curious people? HUMAN Art Cafe is a warm, playful space created for people who want to reconnect with creativity, without pressure, without experience, without performance. This is not a traditional class. It’s guided free play. You’ll find: • Watercolors, acrylics, pastels, collage materials, charcoal • Gentle prompts if you need inspiration • A beautifully curated, calm atmosphere • Tea, coffee, music, and good conversation Come alone or bring a friend. You don’t need to “be artistic.” Just bring curiosity. What to expect: 1. Choose from our Art Menu 2. Get inspired 3. Create at your own pace *Art Menu experiences are €15 or €20 (depending on the piece you choose). All materials are included.* See you at the table!

Inscripción: https://luma.com/u3dlep4d ¿Con ganas de hacer fotos o vídeos pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¿O tienes contenido que sientes que no termina de encajar? Este taller es un espacio para aterrizar ideas y transformar tu próximo proyecto visual en un concepto concreto, aplicando técnicas de creatividad y comprendiendo lo esencial de un proceso de producción integral. Perfecto para quienes están empezando, quieren optimizar su proceso o simplemente necesitan un empujón creativo. **​CREATIVIDAD** ​definición ​tipos de creatividad ​**PROCESO CREATIVO** ​en qué consiste ​idea vs concepto ​fases del proceso creativo **​PRE-PRODUCCIÓN** ​qué es la pre-producción ​​roles claves ​material de preparación **​PRODUCCIÓN** lo que pasa en el set ​​roles claves ​material usado en set ​dirección y organización **​POST-PRODUCCIÓN** ​qué es la post-producción ​roles claves ​fases de la post-producción ​difusión y entrega ***IMPORTANTE: Trae un ordenador y mucha buena vibra :-)*** **INCLUIDO:** * Asesoría post taller personalizada para tu proyecto * Guía con contenido del taller * Exhibición del proyecto en Mont, una vez realizado **SOBRE MÍ** Soy Silkhe, aka Silk :-) Mi curiosidad me ha llevado a trabajar tanto en cliente como en agencias de publicidad, estudios de branding y productoras audiovisuales, y a estudiar sobre marketing, storytelling, habilidades de presentación, redacción publicitaria, dirección de arte, diseño, fotografía, dirección audiovisual e inteligencia artificial Actualmente soy Copy Senior en una agencia de publicidad internacional y también trabajo en otros proyectos como freelancer __ **Feeling like shooting photos or videos but not sure where to start? Or sitting on content that just doesn’t quite come together?** This workshop is a space to ground your ideas and turn your next visual project into a clear, compelling concept—using creative techniques and understanding the essentials of a full production process. Perfect for those just starting out, looking to refine their workflow, or simply in need of a creative push. **CREATIVITY** definition types of creativity **CREATIVE PROCESS** what it is idea vs. concept phases of the creative process **PRE-PRODUCTION** what pre-production is key roles preparation materials **PRODUCTION** what happens on set key roles materials used on set direction and organization **POST-PRODUCTION** what post-production is key roles phases of post-production distribution and delivery ***IMPORTANT: Bring a laptop and good vibes :-)*** **INCLUDED:** * Personalized post-workshop guidance for your project * Workshop content guide * Project showcase at Mont, once completed **ABOUT ME** I’m Silkhe, aka Silk :-) My curiosity has led me to work both client-side and in advertising agencies, branding studios, and audiovisual production companies—and to study marketing, storytelling, presentation skills, copywriting, art direction, design, photography, audiovisual direction, and AI. I’m currently a Senior Copywriter at an international advertising agency, while also working on other projects as a freelancer.

*Tome una bebida, busca un sitio y ponte a dibujar ✍️* **Sala de Artistas** es un espacio abierto para sentarse, compartir y dibujar en compañía. No es una clase ni un taller: **no hay estructura ni expectativas**. Trae tus propios materiales, elige un lugar y dibuja lo que te apetezca: a otras personas, el espacio, objetos o simplemente ideas sueltas. 🖤 Abierto a todos los niveles Ven un rato o quédate más tiempo. El espacio existe igual. *Grab a drink, find a spot, and draw ✍️* **Artists’ Room** is an open space to sit, share, and draw together. It’s not a class or a workshop — **no structure, no expectations**. Bring your own materials, choose a seat, and draw whatever you feel like: each other, the space, objects, or just loose ideas on paper. 🖤 Open to all levels Come for a while or stay longer. The room exists either way.

Workshop: Paint Your Own Mandala in Dot Painting & Cup of Tea 🌿 Treat yourself to a moment just for you and step away from the daily rush 🌿 In this workshop, you’ll be invited to explore the art of dot painting while creating your own mandala, point by point, in a calm and welcoming atmosphere. No experience needed — just an open mind and the disposition to enjoy the present moment. 🎨 A relaxing experience to unwind and flow 🖌️ All materials included ✨ Take home your own mandala as a reminder of this peaceful moment Let yourself be guided by colors, dots, and creativity. We look forward to seeing you! [Get to know us here :D](https://www.instagram.com/oasis.colibri?igsh=MXNid2g3MWN2azVieg==) [Envianos un mensaje en Whats App :)](https://wa.me/message/6TUN57VE6T5HO1) Taller: Pinta tu propio mandala en dot painting 🌿 Regálate un momento para ti y desconecta del ritmo diario 🌿 En este taller te invitamos a sumergirte en la técnica del dot painting, creando tu propio mandala punto a punto en un ambiente tranquilo y acogedor. No necesitas experiencia, solo venir con la mente abierta y disposición para disfrutar del presente. 🎨 Una experiencia para relajarte y fluir 🖌️ Materiales incluidos ✨ Te llevarás tu mandala como recuerdo de este momento de calma

🌿 **Vuelven las jornadas de huerto** 🌿 Durante los **meses de invierno**, nuestras jornadas de huerto pasan a realizarse **los jueves**, adaptándonos a la luz y al ritmo de la temporada. A lo largo de la jornada llevaremos a cabo **tareas de mantenimiento del huerto, bricolaje y preparación de semilleros**, aprendiendo y cuidando el espacio de forma colectiva. Al finalizar, y **si el tiempo lo permite**, compartiremos algo para comer o beber y disfrutar juntas de un cierre tranquilo y agradable. Para poder **organizar bien las tareas**, es **necesaria confirmación previa de asistencia únete *[aquí.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DLBp9LkLTP89tHbXvpR5j8)***

Communication is everything in life! You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

In April WQC's Creativity Circle will be making beaded bracelets and keychains! All supplies provided, open to all, bring yourself (and a friend or two) for when you are able to make it in the two hour window. Note: Seats are Limited to the provided space at the Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.

Communication is everything in life. You are only as successful as your ability to communicate! \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s? This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation? We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services) Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/55umjqta)

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.