Creative Writers

We are gathering to talk about whatever science fiction, new and old, got us excited lately! What was the last novel you read? Is there any blockbuster you look forward to? What's good on streaming? Games, creative writing, comic books, novels, cinema, anything goes. A table will be booked on the organizer's name (Carlos). The available seats will be limited: please confirm if you are attending, or cancel on time if you can't come. If you confirm, it means a seat was booked for you. If this is your first meetup with this group: There is no fixed subject or theme, just feel free to discuss whatever you would like to share about anything Science Fiction. The lingua franca is English, as it is the language we all have in common. However we also switch languages, whenever convenient. We look forward to meeting you. We have a closed chat group on WhatsApp. If you would like to join, please PM the organizer to receive the invitation link. See you soon!

\-\-\- D \-\-\- Bei diesem Fotospaziergang durch die Altstadt von Winterthur dreht sich alles um das Thema **visuelles Storytelling**: * Wie erzählt man mit Bildern eine kleine Geschichte – konkret, greifbar, bildlich? Im Fokus steht eine einfache, aber wirkungsvolle Struktur: * **Eine Geschichte in fünf Fotos.** Du erhältst vor Ort eine kompakte Karte, die dir zeigt, wie du Schritt für Schritt eine Bildserie aufbaust: * Wo beginnt deine Geschichte? * Wer oder was steht im Mittelpunkt? * Welche Details geben Kontext oder Spannung? Die Karte hilft dir dabei, unterwegs gezielt nach passenden Motiven zu suchen – unabhängig davon, ob du mit Kamera oder Smartphone arbeitest. *** **Für wen?** Für Anfänger und Fortgeschrittene, die sich für Fototechnik interessieren – und lernen möchten, wie man Technik gezielt für Erzählung einsetzt. **Kosten** Dieser Spaziergang ist kostenlos, eine [Donation](https://tscharner.payrexx.com/pay?tid=861b78d0) zur Deckung der Unkosten ist sehr willkommen. \-\-\- E \-\-\- This photo walk through the old town of Winterthur is all about **visual storytelling:** * How do you tell a small story with images – concrete, tangible, and vivid? The focus is on a simple yet powerful structure: * **A story in five photos.** On-site, you’ll receive a compact card that shows you step by step how to build a photo series: * Where does your story begin? * Who or what is at the center? * Which details add context or create tension? The card helps you to consciously look for suitable subjects along the way – whether you're using a camera or a smartphone. **Who is it for?** For beginners and advanced photographers interested in photo techniques – and who want to learn how to use those techniques purposefully for storytelling. **Pricing** This walk is free, a [donation](https://tscharner.payrexx.com/pay?tid=861b78d0) to cover expenses is very much appreciated.

6-7pm, Kreuzstrasse 72, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland, 4th Floor, The host will pick up the group at the entrance to the school at 5.55 pm. - Join a singing group in Zurich and enjoy an hour of singing, laughter, and fun - Sing in a supportive and fun environment with a vocal coach and other singers - Meet new people and connect with others in a welcoming and inclusive space - Experience the joy of creating music together and feel uplifted and inspired - No auditions or prior experience are required, so everyone is welcome to join ### Booking is mandatory! To secure your spot, please book in advance via our website: [BOOK HERE](https://voiceofpetra.as.me/sing-together) *** ### Rates 💃 Single Class: CHF 30 CHF *** ### When? WEDNESDAYS 18:00 – 19:00 | Beginner’s Class https://voiceofpetra.as.me/sing-together

Join us for a post-work Hatha Yoga session designed to undo the tension of a long day at the office. We will focus on mobility and stretching to open up the body after hours of sitting, moving with medium intensity to find your flow. After our final relaxation, we’ll stay in the cozy atmosphere of the restaurant for some warm tea, snacks, and a chance to connect and socialize together. 🧘‍♀️ **When:** Wednesday, 18th March, 18:00 –19:00 (plus social time after) 📍 **Where:** Casi Casa [https://www.casicasa.ch/](https://www.casicasa.ch/) 💰 **Price:** 29 CHF. Spots limited to 15 participants – please reserve your spot with payment **TWINT +41 791977702**. Please sign up only if you are certain you will attend – no returns. ✨ **Level:** All levels welcome ✨ **Please bring your yoga matt with you, or let me know if you need one :)** To stay up to date join the WhatsApp group 🌿 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjcN8KKelJ7L5kNT40j6vT](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjcN8KKelJ7L5kNT40j6vT)

**[Tickets here on Eventfrog](https://eventfrog.ch/jackpotcomedy)** **Down on your luck?** Perfect. Comedy works best on people with low expectations. At **Jackpot Comedy**, comedians test brand-new jokes alongside the ones that actually work. Some hit the jackpot, some crash out spectacularly. Either way, you win, because it’s funnier when anything can happen. Expect a proper underground comedy night, close to the stage, real crowd energy, and comics who are risking their dignity for your entertainment. Hosted by **[Jack Roberts](https://www.instagram.com/jackrobertscomedy/)**, a man who has invested his long-term financial stability entirely into making strangers laugh. We’re downstairs at **Bar OTRO,** just off Langstrasse, the ideal location for high-risk decisions you’ll be glad you made the next morning. No dress code. No awkward theatre seating. Just drinks, friends, and a very high probability of laughing harder than you planned. Roll the dice. Bring someone you like. Or someone you’re unsure about, this is an excellent test. **[Tickets here on Eventfrog](https://eventfrog.ch/jackpotcomedy)** **SHOW BEGINS AT 20:00 (Doors at 19:00)**

\*\*If you’d like to join us, please note that spots are limited. Due to security requirements at the venue, **registration via the official Figma event page is required in advance**, and we **won’t be able to accommodate walk-ins**: [https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-the-art-and-science-of-designing-at-35000-feet/](https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-the-art-and-science-of-designing-at-35000-feet/) \*\* **The art and science of designing at 35,000 feet ✈️** What does it take to design an interface for a cockpit? For our next Friends of Figma Zurich meetup, we’re going behind the scenes with [Lufthansa Systems FlightNav](https://www.lhsystems.com/company/our-subsidiaries/lufthansa-systems-flightnav) to explore exactly that. We’re teaming up with [Kristjan Gomboc](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristjangomboc/) (Head of Product Design) and [Pankaj Juvekar](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pankajjuvekar/) (Lead Product Designer) from the [Lido Pilots Apps division](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/lido/) to unpack how aviation software gets designed, where safety, regulation and precision leave zero room for “good enough.” 🗓 **Wednesday, 18 March 2026** 🕕 **18:00 – 21:00** 📍 **Stelzenstrasse 6, 8152 Opfikon** What’s on the radar? 🛫 The Full Flight Path From messy early research and rough sketches to high-fidelity prototypes, how a safety-critical product actually comes to life. 🧩 The Stack How designers, engineers and aviation experts collaborate using Figma and Figma Make to stay aligned in complex systems. 🔍 Real Talk Work-in-progress files. Honest lessons. The reality of designing for highly regulated environments. To close the evening, we’ll host a panel discussion with [Laura Fehre](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-fehre/) from Figma, connecting the aviation case study with a broader perspective on AI, Figma Make and how tools evolve to support teams working on complex real-world systems. Whether you’re into complex systems, curious about aviation UX or interested in the future of design tools, this one’s for you. See you above the clouds ✨

Welcome to a cozy evening of poetry, prose, and creative expression. As we enter the Spring season, let’s gather in an intimate circle of spoken word and shared presence. Together, we’ll venture into imaginal worlds through metaphors rising from the deepest wells of our being. Space is limited to 10 participants (with possible exceptions). The evening will be hosted in English, but you are warmly invited to share in German or in your native language. If you feel inspired, you may even embody your poetry through movement. This event is open to everyone—from beginners to seasoned poets. You are welcome to read your own work, or to share a poem or piece of writing that has moved or inspired you. This is an inclusive, non-judgmental, and free gathering (donations are welcome but entirely optional). It is made possible by kind souls who value authentic connection—to oneself, to others (including the more-than-human world), and to the invisible realms that poetry so beautifully reveals. It is an invitation to step gently beyond comfort, to embrace vulnerability, and to be witnessed in the sacred unfolding of your voice. Tea may be available—please bring your own cup.

Join us for the second edition of the **free** literary series Irish Voices, with the poet, novelist and short story writer Caoilinn Hughes. **Caoilinn Hughes** is the author of *Orchid & the Wasp*, which won the Collyer Bristow Prize and was longlisted for the International Dublin Literary Award, and *The Wild Laughter*, which won the Royal Society of Literature’s Encore Award and was longlisted for the International Dylan Thomas Prize. She was recently the Oscar Wilde Centre Writer Fellow at Trinity College Dublin, and will be a Cullman Fellow at the New York Public Library for 2023-2024. We will discuss her latest novel, *The Alternatives*, which centres around four sisters who try to reconnect when the eldest seemingly vanishes into the Irish countryside. More info at Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/irish-voices-reading-with-caoilinn-hughes-tickets-1984291304708?aff=oddtdtcreator

**Do you love entertaining? Or do your best conversations happen around the table?** This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for anyone who enjoys sharing food, drinks, and good company. Come and create your very own ceramic tapas plate — perfect for olives, dips, small bites, and long evenings with friend‍s! **📍 Location:** Schaffhauserstrasse 272, 8057 Zurich **🗓 Date & Time:** March 21st, 18h30-20h30 **⏱ Duration:** 2 hours **💰 Price:** 95 CHF per participant ‍ **What You’ll Learn:** * Hand-building your own tapas plate from scratch * Beginner-friendly ceramic techniques ‍ **What’s Included:** * All clay and materials provided * Kiln firing and glaze to make your piece food safe and ready to use * Complimentary apéro to keep the vibes flowing ‍ **✨ No experience needed — just bring your creativity!** Good plates. Good food. Good vibes. 📧 Any questions you might have, please email us at ceramics.wheels@gmail.com ***Please note that your spot is only fully secured once payment has been completed, either via TWINT or through Eventfrog. We do not process payments through Meetup.***

**join my new adults songwriting group** for 1 session every 3-4 weeks Saturdays from 10-14:00 Next class is Jan 20th 2024 **Connect with Ariane: 077 425 0018** **Registration and payment is required 150.-/workshop of 4hours** Classes are in English! Dive into the world of songwriting with our beginner-friendly classes! Tailored for newcomers and more advanced songwriters, our monthly sessions offer a supportive space to ignite your creativity. Classes take place once a month on Saturdays and last for 4 hours. Through various exercises, you'll learn the basics of lyric writing, melody development, and song structure. Draw inspiration from personal experiences and various music genres to cultivate your own style. These courses offer more than just musical skills. You'll become part of a relaxed, mindful process that allows for self-expression and stress relief. Additionally, join a community of like-minded individuals fostering collaboration and providing constructive feedback in a supportive environment. In addition, we offer a WhatsApp group for supportive communication and advice between classes. Join us and discover the joy of songwriting under the guidance of Ariane, an experienced teacher with over 20 years of expertise. Ariane specializes in nurturing artists and excels as a vocal coach. Become part of this experience and explore the art of songwriting under Ariane's guidance. Unleash your creativity, relax, and connect with fellow music enthusiasts as you embark on this fulfilling journey!

In this **Punch Needle workshop,** you'll transform simple threads into unique works of art. Punch Needle is a modern yet relaxing embroidery technique where loops are created in the fabric using a special needle. This results in textured, soft surfaces and impressive patterns. This workshop offers the perfect opportunity to learn Punch Needle or to bring your creative ideas to life – no prior experience necessary. At the beginning of the Punch Needle workshop, you'll receive an **introduction to the basics of the technique** . I'll explain step by step how the punch needle works, which materials are used, and what you should pay attention to while stitching. You'll learn how to guide the thread correctly, create even loops, and neatly execute your design. The calm, repetitive movement of punch needle is particularly relaxing and perfect for unwinding from everyday life. In the workshop, you have **two creative options** to choose from. The first option is to select an **existing template** . These designs are especially suitable for beginners and guide you step-by-step through the embroidery process. You can concentrate fully on the technique and learn how to create a punch needle artwork from start to finish. The second option is for those who **want to unleash their own creativity** . You can design your own pattern and then embroider it yourself. Whether simple shapes, patterns, lettering, or a free-form motif – you decide what you want to create. Here, too, you will receive individual guidance and support in planning and executing your design. Throughout the entire Punch Needle workshop, you will **receive personal, step-by-step guidance** . It's important to me that all participants feel comfortable and can work without pressure. Questions are always welcome, and I'll help you find solutions if something doesn't work right away. The goal is to work with enjoyment and create a result you can be proud of. All **materials are included in the workshop** . You'll receive the punch needle, fabric, frame, and a selection of threads in various colors. You don't need to bring anything except your creativity and enthusiasm for crafting. At the end of the workshop, you'll take your hand-stitched artwork home – ideal as a decoration or a personal gift. **How long?** 1-2 hours **For whom?** The Punch Needle Workshop is **suitable for everyone** . Both children and adults are welcome. The course is aimed at beginners, but creative people with some experience can also gather new ideas and refine their technique. Punch Needle is easy to learn and offers quick results, which makes the workshop particularly motivating. If you feel like trying something new, unwinding creatively and creating a work of art with your hands, this **Punch Needle Workshop** is just right for you.

Tauche ein in die bunte Welt des Pappmachés! [Anmeldung hier:](https://www.kreativwerkstatt.design/service-page/pulp-art-kunst-aus-pappmach%C3%A9?referral=service_list_widget) Aus Zeitungsschnipseln, Karton, Papierrollen etc. entstehen im Handumdrehen fantasievolle Objekte: Figuren, Masken, Schalen oder kleine Kunstwerke, die so einzigartig sind wie du selbst. Wir arbeiten ohne Druck, ganz spielerisch und mit viel Experimentierfreude. Du lernst einfache Techniken kennen und kannst gleich loslegen – ganz egal, ob du schon Erfahrung hast oder zum ersten Mal Pappmaché ausprobierst. Am Ende nimmst du dein eigenes Kunstwerk mit nach Hause – und vielleicht auch ein paar neue Ideen für weitere Projekte. Preis inkl. Material/ Getränke/ feinem Snack

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 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 25 at Streetlight Guild. 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:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. 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! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

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!

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!

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!

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!