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**Prepared Speech Contest 2026** Mercury Toastmasters Berlin invites you to a special Prepared Speech Contest at Das Center, Potsdamer Platz, in the stunning Historic Imperial Breakfast Hall. This is not a regular meeting. It’s a showcase. Our strongest speakers take the stage and deliver their very best speeches, competing for the top spot. Expect polish, passion, structure, storytelling, and impact at a higher level. What’s in it for you * 🎤 Outstanding prepared top speeches * 🏆 A live contest atmosphere * 💡 Insight you can apply immediately * 🌍 A vibrant, international audience Whether you love powerful storytelling, want to see excellence in action, or are curious about how great speeches are built, this evening will raise your standards. Be inspired. See public speaking in action. **Learn from the best. All are welcome. Free entry.** *Whether you want to speak up at work, boost your presence, or just meet inspiring people, you’ll feel at home at Mercury Toastmasters Berlin.* *** **[What to Expect:](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)** ✨ A supportive space to speak, grow, and connect 🎤 Engaging prepared speeches ⚡ Fun, fast-paced impromptu speaking challenges 💬 Feedback session you can actually use 🌍 A friendly, international crowd (around 25–30 people) **No experience needed.** ***Come curious. Leave energized.*** *** **🤙 [Hear it from our members:](https://maps.app.goo.gl/eRtvR9DRNqU9WZQn7)** *“You can sharpen your public speaking skills and gain tons of confidence, while having fun and making new friends. Mercury is well-structured, fun, and affordable.”* — *Therese Pitt* *“Mercury gave me a safe place to speak, create, and grow. I love the multicultural vibe and supportive community. It’s the best place to learn and have fun.”* — *Krisztina Linka* *** **[Did You Know?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)** Toastmasters is where people go to get better at speaking—and grow into confident communicators and leaders. Today [Toastmasters ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)has 350,000+ members across 16,000 clubs in 143 countries. And [Mercury](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/) is one of the best places to experience it. So bring your curiosity, your energy—and just be yourself. Whether you’re just starting or ready to level up, there’s a place for you here. *** **[Wondering what you get as a member?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/membership-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)** Think expert feedback, real-world speaking practice, and a supportive crew that’s got your back. [See you Wednesday night! 🎉](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)

\*\* Eintritt: 10-20 Euro (nach eigenen Möglichkeiten)\*\* **Sichere Dir Deinen Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite).](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1982769849996)** Falls Du doch nicht kommen kannst, sage bitte hier auf Meetup ab und gib Deinen Platz frei. Wir fangen 19:00 Uhr an. Sei deshalb bitte pünktlich 18:45 Uhr da. Ein späterer Einlass ist nicht möglich, weil wir mitten im Flow sind. **Vielen Dank Dir** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Menschen mit guten Freunden leben länger, glücklicher und gesünder. Außerdem machen gute Freundinnen einfach Spaß.** . Deshalb biete ich Freundschaftsworkshop an. . Manche sagen: "Es ist schwierig, in Berlin gute Freundinnen zu finden." Berlin, die Stadt der 1000 Möglichkeiten ... ich kenne das auch. . \*\* Dann machen wir einen Workshop!\*\* 1. Maximal 40 Frauen. 2. Eine leichte Moderation führt durch den Abend 3. Ihr lernt Euch kennen und habt Spaß. 4. Wer mag, trifft sich wieder. . Du wirst überrascht sein, wie vertraut Du mit vielen nach 3 Stunden sein wirst - so, als ob Ihr Euch schon lange kennt. . \*\* 4 Jahre Arbeit - 1 Workshop\*\* Vier Jahre habe ich geforscht und ausprobiert, wie Menschen Freunde werden & was die Magie der Freundschaft ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist dieser Abend. . Praxisnahe, schnell umsetzbare Tipps, die Du schnell in den Alltag umsetzen kannst. Kleine Happen zur Theorie. - Und vor allem: Kennenlernen & Spaß haben. Wir probieren einfach miteinander aus. . Eine Teilnehmerin sagte mal zu mir: * "Georg, das ist so eine angenehme Atmosphäre. Danke, dass Du das machst." . Was soll ich sagen? Stimmt. Das ist mein Anliegen . . . \*\* Diese Methoden kannst Du in Deinen Alltag mitnehmen.\*\* Ab sofort kannst Du Menschen besser und persönlicher kennenlernen – und damit tiefe Verbindungen und bessere Freundschaften aufbauen. . . **⏰ Die Türen sind offen ab 18:45 Uhr.** * Deinen Mantel aufhängen, WC, eine Runde schwatzen und los geht's... . **❓ Darf ich wiederkommen?** Es gibt nur wenige Veranstaltungen, bei denen man wirklich miteinander ins Gespräch kommt. Hier schon, mit Tiefgang. . Einige kommen immer wieder, um die Details des gut gestrickten Programms zu ergründen - und immer wieder neue Menschen kennenzulernen oder auf bekannte Gesichter zu treffen. . Bis es endlich Klick macht und die richtigen Freundinnen gefunden sind. . . \*\* Was bringst Du mit?\*\* * Etwas zu trinken (z.B. deine Wasserflasche, keinen Alkohol!) * Du solltest satt sein und vorher gegessen haben * Bargeld für den Eintritt (10-20 Euro) [oder[ Ticket von Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1982769849996)] . \*\* Der Veranstaltungsraum\*\* * Wir haben einen wunderschönen Raum im Prenzlberg - im Life Artist Hub * Gut mit Öffis zu erreichen: Schönhauser Allee (Ringbahn, U2, M1), Eberswalder Straße (U2, M10, M12) * Vor Ort ist alles ausgeschildert. . **Vorsichtshalber hier die Wegbeschreibung:** * Du gehst in den Hof bis nach hinten durch. Dort ist eine Tür. * Du klingest bei "Life Artist Hub". Die Tür sollte sofort summen. Öffne die Tür. * Du gehst in den 3. Stock. Da sind wir. . **‍♂️ Warum moderierst Du als Mann diesen Workshop?** . Hi, ich bin Georg. Ich weiß, ich bin ein Mann. Warum moderiere ich dann diesen Workshop? . Abenteuer Freundschaft ist mein Beruf. Am Anfang war ich auf Männer-Freundschaften spezialisiert. Überraschenderweise waren 60 Prozent der Newsletter-Empfängerinnen Frauen. Frauen scheinen die Wichtigkeit guter Freundschaften viel mehr zu spüren. . Deshalb habe ich letztes Jahr angefangen, Workshops für Frauen anzubieten. Soziale Träger, das Rathaus Schöneberg und das Frauenzentrum Begine haben mich bereits für Freundinnen-Workshops gebucht. Im Frauenzentrum moderiert eine Bekannte die Workshops.... denn da darf ich noch nicht mal rein :). . Unseren Workshop werde ich zurückhaltend moderieren. Ich weiß mit der Situation umzugehen. Das ist Euer Raum. . Für die Männer gibt es alle zwei Wochen am Dienstag einen Männer-Workshop, der regelmäßig gut besucht ist. . . **Mehr über Abenteuer Freundschaft & mich:** [www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de](http://%5Bhttps://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de/%5D(https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de/) "\[https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de\](https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de)") . . \*\* Get in touch & stay in touch:\*\* . **✈ Telegram-Kanal: [t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft](http://t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft)** für Events, Workshops & Neuste Erkenntnisse aus der Freundschaftsforschung (Überschriften) . **✉ Freundschafts-Newsletter:** [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter) Alle 4 Wochen das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung; oft seltener, denn ich schreibe nur dann, wenn es wirklich etwas zu berichten gibt. . \*\* 6 Zutaten großartiger Freundschaften\*\* Seit 2020 forsche ich, was großartige Freundschaften wirklich ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist das 30seitige eBook: "Die 6 Zutaten großartiger Freundschaften". Du erhältst das eBook zurzeit kostenlos, wenn Du Dich für den Newsletter anmeldest: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter) . \*\* Meet-Up-Gruppe:\*\* [https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/](https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/) Hier bist Du schon: Workshops, Spaziergänge, Wanderungen, Treffen, Eislaufen, Eisbaden, Männer-Abende, Freundinnen-Workshops, Sonntagsausflüge . . \*\* Ehemalige Teilnehmende der Meetups:\*\* . "Ich hatte Schwierigkeiten in Berlin anzukommen. Früher war es immer easy. Bei deiner Veranstaltung haben wir uns kennengelernt. Jetzt sind wir Freunde. Ich hätte das nicht mehr geglaubt." . "Ich bin ein bunter Hund und habe viele Bekannte. Aber eine Bekanntschaft zur Freundschaft machen - das hast Du mir gezeigt." . "Ich war nervös, ob ich wirklich kommen soll. Was sind da für Leute? Mit wem verstehe ich mich? Nach einer Stunde war mir klar: Gute Freundinnen sind gleich. Ich muss mich nicht mit jedem verstehen. Und allein für die Methoden hat es sich gelohnt. Dankeschön!" . "So schnell im Deep Talk. Interessant!" . \*\* Einige Highlights von der Webseite:\*\* * [Wo kann man neue Leute kennenlernen?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/neue-leute-kennenlernen) * [Wie schnell entsteht wahre Freundschaft?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/wie-schnell-entsteht-freundschaft) * [Der ultimative Freundschaftstipp: Zum Essen einladen - bei Dir zu Hause](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/zum-essen-einladen) * [Das erste Freundschafts-Treffen: So lernt ihr Euch wirklich kennen](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/freundschaftstreffen) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Sichere Dir Deinen Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite).](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1982769849996)**

**Invitation-only. High-End. Highly curated. Exceptionally refined.** This is not a typical singles event. This is an **intimate, high-end dinner** where carefully selected, accomplished individuals meet in an **elegant setting with intention, and sophistication.** Zeya brings together a small group of exceptional, high-profile individuals for an exclusive dinner. **👑 [Join exclusive VIP singles hangout - RSVP here](https://zeya.cc/register)** **What this means:** 📊 Identity and professional verification required (LinkedIn or relevant career profile) 🗣️ Pre-curation interview (Zeya may ask personal and background questions) 💎 Investment Premium curation fee: €70 per hangout ✅ Carefully screened, high-quality participants only 🎩 Dinner reservations at upscale, high-end restaurants **📋 How it works:** 1. **Register:** Fill out a curation form at **[https://zeya.cc/register](https://zeya.cc/register)** 2. **Get Matched:** We find the VIP match for you among Berlin singles. 3. **Join the Hangout:** Once matched, you’ll get a WhatsApp invitation to a luxurious Berlin spot. 4. **💎 Investment Premium curation fee:** €70 per hangout 🥰 **Why Zeya?** * 🔒 **Privacy First:** No public profiles. No one sees you until you meet in person. * ⏳ **Zero Effort:** Just show up in a fancy reserved place, we do all the work for you. * 🍸 **Organic Vibes:** No awkward ice-breakers or loud moderators. It is calm and fancy. * 💌 **Smooth Follow-ups:** Like someone? Let us know privately via our post-event form. We connect you if it's a match! **[👑 Join exclusive VIP singles hangout - RSVP here](https://zeya.cc/register)** Attendance is limited to ensure **intimacy and exceptional group chemistry. Quality over quantity, Intelligent conversation.** #vip #luxury #highend #berlin #exclusive #berlindating #elite #premium #private

**Give your poker face a rest!** We’re taking a break from the social deduction and "Liar" games today. Instead of betrayal and accusations, we’re focusing on trading, building, and the eternal quest for brick. Join us for a casual afternoon of **Settlers of Catan**. No lies, just hexes! **IMPORTANT**It's relaxed playing, nothing for ambitious gamers or people who take it too serious.

Cuban salsa classes every Wednesday . Join us, learn how to dance, save lives and make friends! **Classes**: 19:00 - Absolute Beginners (For Free) 20:00 - Beginners 2 21.00 - Improvers 1 **Price: (Card payment only)** 1 class - 7€ 10 class pass - 49€ or 42€ reduced* (To use within 11 weeks. Valid for all our classes. It can only be used by one person per class. No refund possible) * Reduced price for students, Schüler, Azubis, H4-Empfänger, and pensioners/retired folks. A valid proof is needed. **Why should you learn Salsa, and why with us?** - It's great fun! - You don't need any prior dancing experience. - You get to know loads of new people. - No registration, just swing by. - No fix starting date - you can start any week. - No dress code - come in whatever you feel comfortable in. Note:No outside shoes in the room: socks or a pair of clean shoes will be required - No partner needed - we change regularly during the classes (bring all your friends though!) - You can help us make a difference! **What is Salsa4Water**? Simple! We teach Salsa and donate all our profits to the NGO Welthungerhilfe, which uses these funds for their local projects in Malawi. Welthungerhilfe fights for equal access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene in nearly 40 countries world wide. This gives you the chance to save lives while dancing!

A 2.5 hours oil color - acrylics painting lesson. **About this course** This is a painting workshop with the goal of teaching people how to create paintings using either oil colors or acrylics. The total subject lessons consists of around **27 lessons** that last 2.5 hours each. You can join at any time during the course. On each lesson the first part will be about theory and exercise and the second one about canvas time. Each participant will have the chance to work on canvas and start making paintings as artworks. All materials are provided by us. Each lesson has a subject. We do not follow a particular order, and every lesson is actually unique and many times personalized. This means that every time the attendess will have to do something new and different. You do not have to paint on canvas and with the mentioned art materias, you can also choose to use any of your wish. Most of the observations and exercises work well with all art materials. It is suitable for beginners and or even professionals who want to rationalize the canvas painting process. It is being hosted by the visual artist [Miltos Despoudis](https://miltosdespoudis.gr/). **How much does it cost?** Check below: * 5 x Lessons Packet (2.5 hours each) cost **120€.** * First lesson try-out costs **17€**. You can do that only once. * 1 x Lesson (2.5 hours) costs **30€.** You can pay either by cash or card at the event. All of the materials are included within the ticket reservation **except the canvases.** You can paint anything on a canvas we will provide you free but if you want to keep the canvas you will have to purchase it at the same cost we bought it. Canvases range from 3 to 9 Euros. **How do I subscribe?** You need to reserve a spot here and come at the event. You can pay at the event. Please verify that you are attending so that we know and prepare accordingly with the art supplies. **What do I need?** Watercolors materials will be provided at the venue. You can also bring your own art supplies, it might be helpful to learn working with what you have. Keep in mind that working with colors might make your clothes dirty, but in general we try to be clean. **More Info** The workshop happens almost every Wednesday. Learn more about the watercolor lesson plan here: [https://creativesessions.art/workshops/painting-workshop/](https://creativesessions.art/workshops/painting-workshop/) **Refund Policy** On case by case scenario. If you paid for the tryout session we can refund up to one day before the event starts. If you paid for the lesson packet and used one of the tickets no refunds are possible.

Hello! I’m organising a coworking + socialising session for all of us who are working on projects (e.g. our own creations, freelance or remote work) but don't feel like sitting alone at home. 🙂 To ensure that we have time for both socialising AND working, we will be using the so-called “Pomodoro” technique: **50 mins deep work** (silent), followed by **10 mins break** to socialise. And then repeat! You are welcome to join whatever your personal background is, and whatever project you are working on. I (the host) speak English and German, so either language is fine. ——————————————————- AGENDA: * **Short Intro** Tell us who you are and share something about what you will be working on today * **Pomodoro Session** \- 3x \(3h\) Each Pomodoro session consists of 50 mins focused “deep work” (no talking, no interruptions, **phones on silent mode**) -> then 10 mins break: a chance to share your progress with others -> Repeat * **15 mins Wrap Up** Celebrate what you achieved and get to know others 😊 ———— The location is **Espresso House near Checkpoint Charlie** (they have multiple outlets - so be sure to go to the correct one!) Wifi + power plugs are available - but best to bring a fully charged laptop, just in case 🙃 You **do not** have to pay anything. But since we are using the café space, it is common courtesy to buy at least one drink (coffee costs roughly **4 Euros**).

Are you an **Aspiring Homeowner**? You know you want to buy, but the Berlin market feels like a black box. The "standard procedures" aren’t exactly common knowledge, and the fear of making a costly mistake is real. We created **Berlin Real Estate Talks** to bridge that gap. We’re opening our doors for an evening of networking and knowledge-sharing specifically for those at the very beginning of their journey.

Welcome to the Berliner Bitcoin-Stammtisch, where we gather to talk about the digital currency that's worth more than gold and sometimes causes more drama than a Netflix series. Join our tribe of business beings, developers, and activists who believe that Bitcoin is the future of money, and El Salvador seems to agree! Here you can learn the ropes of Bitcoin, from buying your first fraction to safely storing your private keys. Our current hangout spot is Friedel Richter on Torstraße, because ROOM77 is closed until the last block is mined. You can pay in Bitcoin ₿ or Lightning ⚡ and enjoy awesome regional food with an international twist. So come join the fun, the food, and the revolution! We're waiting for you. 🍔🍔🍔

Willkommen zum 18. PlebWalk. Hast du Lust, einen entspannten Tag in der Natur zu verbringen, etwas für deine körperliche und geistige Gesundheit zu tun, über Bitcoin zu sprechen und Zeit mit tollen Bitcoinern zu verbringen? Natürlich sind auch Neulinge und zukünftige Bitcoiner willkommen. LOS GEHT'S! 08.03.2026 Plebwalk Berlin Spreetour Treffpunkt: S-Bahnhof Jungfernheide Endpunkt: S-Bahnhof Jannowitzbrücke oder Holzmarkt Uhrzeit: 14:00 Uhr (Bitte pünktlich sein! Die maximale Wartezeit beträgt 15 Minuten, so dass wir spätestens um 14:15 Uhr mit dem PlebWalk beginnen können). Dauer: 3-4 Std Öffentliche Verkehrsmittel: S41, S42, S9, S7, S5, S3 Strecke: 13km Schlosspark Charlottenburg - Tierpark, Bundestag/Spreebogen - Nikolaiviertel - Holzmarkt Bei Fragen kontaktiert gerne die PlebWalk Telegram Gruppe (https://t.me/plebwalk_berlin). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\+\+\+\+\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Welcome to the 18th PlebWalk in Berlin. Want to enjoy a relaxed day out in nature, do something for your physical and mental health, talk about Bitcoin and spend some time with awesome bitcoiners? Of course, newbies and future-bitcoiners are welcome as well. Meeting point: S-Bahnhof Jungfernheide Final stop: S-Bahnhof Jannowitzbrücke or Holzmarkt Public Transport: S41, S42, S9, S7, S5, S3 Meeting time: 02:00 pm (Please be on time! Max waiting time is 15 min so that we will start our PlebWalk no later than 02:15 pm). Route: 13km Schlosspark Charlottenburg - Tierpark, Bundestag/Spreebogen - Nikolaiviertel - Holzmarkt For any questions, feel free to reach out to the PlebWalk Telegram group (https://t.me/plebwalk_berlin). (bearbeitet)

Nach der Winterpause ist Brompton bereit für den Sommer – und welcher Anlass wäre besser geeignet als der Internationale Frauentag, um gemeinsam wieder aufs Rad zu steigen? Lasst uns das mit einer kurzen, aber spaßigen Gemeinschaftsfahrt durch Berlin feiern! Wir starten um 15:00 Uhr am wunderschönen Rosa-Luxemburg-Denkmal in der Nähe des Tiergartens und genießen eine entspannte gemeinsame Radtour. Die Strecke ist einfach, gesellig und für alle Leistungsstufen geeignet – perfekt, um die Wintermonate hinter sich zu lassen und die ersten Anzeichen des Sommers zu genießen. Wie immer lassen wir die Tour an der Brompton Junction Berlin bei wohlverdienten Getränken, Snacks und netter Gesellschaft ausklingen. Alle sind herzlich willkommen – besonders Radfahrerinnen und ihre Unterstützerinnen. Bringt euer Brompton, eure Freunde und gute Laune mit! Lasst uns gemeinsam radeln, uns austauschen und feiern

# 🚀 Algorand Builders Berlin: x402 Payments Ideathon 📅 **March 5th \| 14:00–18:00** 📍 **42 Berlin, Harzer Strasse 42, 12059 Berlin (Auditorium, ground floor)** 🧑‍💻 On-site event 🌍 Remote pitches may be accepted (at least one of the team members has to be Berlin-based and available to pitch on-site - please apply in advance) All pitches and workshops will be available live in Google Meets: [https://meet.google.com/zfh-jbfp-frq](https://meet.google.com/zfh-jbfp-frq) *** ## 💡 About the Event Join us for an interactive ideathon focused on **x402 payments** — an emerging standard for internet-native payments designed for the age of AI and autonomous agents. This event is all about exploring **how x402 payments can solve real-life problems**. It serves as the official warm-up to the: **[Algorand Builders Berlin: x402 Payments Hackathon](https://luma.com/agentic-commerce-hack) (April 10–12)** The ideathon is your opportunity to: * Develop and refine your idea * Find teammates * Create a short pitch deck * Validate your concept * Win prizes * Prepare to build your solution at the April hackathon Whether you already have an idea or want to discover one during the event — you’re welcome. *** ## 🏆 Prize Pool **$1250 USD (USDC) prize pool** will be awarded to the most promising ideas: **$1000 USD (USDC) in cash** **$250 USD in GoPlausible AI credits - [https://goplausible.com/](https://goplausible.com/)** Winning teams will be **fast-tracked to the April x402 Hackathon**, giving you the perfect launchpad to turn your validated idea into reality. *** ## 🗓 Event Schedule 1️⃣ **Welcome & Event Kickoff — 5 minutes** Intro to the x402 “Payment Required” Ideathon and the upcoming Agentic Commerce x402 Hackathon — *Michael Rizhakov, Community Advocate, Algorand Berlin* 2️⃣ **Continuing to Build on Algorand — 5 minutes** Ecosystem opportunities and support for builders — *Ram Srigiri, Algorand Growth Lab* 3️⃣ **x402 Payments on Algorand: Technology & Use Cases — 15 minutes** Deep dive into x402 payments and real-world applications — *Marco Podien, Senior DevRel, Pera Wallet* 4️⃣ **How to Craft a Strong Pitch Deck — 10 minutes** Practical guidance on structuring and delivering a compelling pitch — *Ram Srigiri (Algorand Growth Lab) & Victor Estival (Head of Product Marketing, Algorand Foundation)* 5️⃣ **Team Formation & Ideation — 2.5 hours** Find teammates, refine your concept, and build your pitch deck. 6️⃣ **Pitch Competition — 1 hour** Each team presents a 2–3 minute pitch to judges and fellow builders. 7️⃣ **Pizza & Networking 🍕 — Open Ended** Connect with the community, exchange ideas, and meet potential hackathon teammates. ## 👩‍⚖️ Mentors & Judges Mentors and judges will be available during the whole event to help you guide you and refine your pitch and idea * **Marco Podien** — Senior DevRel, Pera Wallet * **Michael Rizhakov** — Community Advocate, Algorand Berlin Community * **Ram Srigiri** — Algorand Growth Lab * **Victor Estival** — Head of Product Marketing, Algorand Foundation * **MG** — Founder of GoPlausible, author of x402 implementation for Algorand * **Gulsah Yurdakal** — Head of Marketing Growth, Algorand Foundation *** ## 🎒 What to Bring * Laptop * Curiosity * Your ideas No technical background required. *** ## 🔒 Important Your ideas remain your intellectual property. We’re here to help you develop and validate them. This is primarily an **on-site event**. Remote pitches may be accepted (at least one of the team members has to be Berlin-based and available to pitch on-site - please apply in advance) *** Come build at the frontier of AI-native payments 🚀 Please join our community Telegram: [https://t.me/+GUyxFWJbL582ZjAy](https://t.me/+GUyxFWJbL582ZjAy) Some upcoming initiatives: * [Technical workshop for x402](https://algorand.co/developers/workshops) (March 4th, remote) * [Algorand x402 payment hackathon](https://luma.com/agentic-commerce-hack) — 10–12 April (on‑site, 42 Berlin) * [Algorand Web3 Masterclasses](https://algorand.co/web3-masterclasses) (10 March - 2 April, remote) * A series of sessions to help builders onboard technically, ideate, and ship before the hackathon, plus support afterward. ## Want to Build the Next Big Thing on Algorand? You don’t need to be a developer to start a business on blockchain. Algorand gives you robust infrastructure so you can plug in your ideas and make them more efficient, whether you’re working on DeFi, social apps, prediction markets, or AI‑native services. For developers — Algorand supports native Python development (with full TypeScript support coming soon) via tools like AlgoKit, which streamline full‑stack development. For entrepreneurs, dedicated programs and opportunities will help you go from idea to startup, including accelerators, upcoming startup challenges, and hackathons. Everyone is welcome to: * Join the [Algorand Developer Discord](https://discord.com/invite/algorand) * Explore [AlgoKit](https://algorand.co/algokit) * Dive into [YouTube tutorials ](https://www.youtube.com/@algodevs)to start building on Algorand ## Resources for Builders ​**📚 Learn the basics** * [Algorand learning hub](https://algorand.co/developers/learn): intro to blockchain, Algorand, smart contracts, and more ​ **🧰 Explore AlgoKit** * [Getting Started with AlgoKit](https://dev.algorand.co/getting-started/algokit-quick-start/): quick‑start resources for the core development toolkit. ​ **🎓 Join a workshop** * ​[Intro to AlgoKit 3.0 (Python and Typescript)](https://algorand.co/algokit-workshops): online workshops to build hands‑on skills. **​*🚀 Post-Hackathon Opportunities*** * ​💡 [Algorand Accelerator](https://algorand.co/2025-accelerator-application): (up to $50k funding) * 🛠 [Startup Challenges](https://algorand.co/startup-challenges): (coming soon) * ​🛠 [Upcoming hackathons](https://algorand.co/hackathon): (coming soon) * ​🎓 [Web3 Masterclasses](https://algorand.co/web3-masterclasses): (coming soon)

Philosophy Discussion Meetup – Exploring Life’s Big Questions Through Books Join us for an open and friendly philosophy meetup where we explore life’s deepest questions through thoughtful conversation, shared reading, and discussion. Each participant is welcome to bring a book they are currently reading and share interesting ideas or questions from it. One of our main reference books is Sophie's World, which we often use as a starting point for discussion. 🗓 What to Expect Each meeting follows a relaxed and engaging format: Welcome & Introductions (10 minutes) Brief introductions and sharing what everyone is reading. Book & Topic Sharing (20 minutes) Participants present a short passage, idea, or question from their book. Group Discussion (45–60 minutes) Open discussion based on the shared material, often inspired by Sophie's World and related philosophical themes. Wrap-Up & Social Time (15 minutes) Final reflections and informal conversation. No prior philosophy background is required—curiosity and openness are enough. 🎒 What to Bring Please bring: A book you are currently reading (optional but encouraged) One or two questions or ideas from your book A notebook and pen (optional) If you don’t have a book, you are still very welcome to join and participate. 📍 How to Find Us We meet at: Milchkaffee Kirchstraße 5, 12555, · Berlin, DE Look for a group with books and notebooks on the table Please arrive at least at max 15 min late. The Café will take the empty seats of our table after that. So if you arrive after that, you might not have a place to sit. 🤝 Group Values Respectful and open discussion No judging or “winning” arguments Everyone gets a chance to speak Different viewpoints are welcome Curiosity over certainty Whether you are new to philosophy or a long-time reader, this group offers a supportive space to think together and learn from one another. We look forward to reading, questioning, and reflecting with you.

Great to see how much interest and engagement there was around our last session on the Convertible Loan Agreement – thanks to everyone who joined and asked so many thoughtful questions 🙌 Given that momentum, I’d love to continue the series with another practical, founder-focused meetup in Berlin in \~4 weeks: 🍕 Pizza & 🍺 beer & 🍷wine 🤝 relaxed networking 🎓 a 30-minute practical intro session: **“Anatomy of a Term Sheet (Seed / Pre-Series A)”** (no legalese, no theory – just what actually matters in practice) We’ll look at questions like: – valuation vs. real economics – liquidation preference & participation – option pool mechanics – control rights, vetoes, and board setup – common red flags and negotiation traps After the short session, plenty of time to hang out, meet people, and exchange war stories. Looking forward to seeing many of you in person again soon. 🚀

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow

FREE meetup. Register HERE 🎟️- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unlocking-retirement-capital-flips-wholesales-private-money-strategies-tickets-1983411263481?aff=cicmeetupapp **Unlocking Retirement Capital: Flips, Wholesales & Private Money Strategies in Self-Directed Accounts** **Featuring Guest Speaker:** Amanda Holbrook (Specialized Trust Company) **Hosted by:** Columbus Investors Club ### **Event Description** Most people think retirement accounts are passive. That they’re “for later.”That you can’t touch them. That real estate and retirement money don’t mix. They’re wrong. This meetup is about how investors use **Self-Directed IRAs and Solo 401(k)s** to put retirement capital to work…**buying real estate, funding deals, and even raising private money** (the right way). ### **Featured Guest Speaker: Amanda Holbrook** We’re excited to welcome **Amanda Holbrook of Specialized Trust Company** to break this down clearly and practically…so you understand what’s allowed, how it works, and what to avoid. ### **What You’ll Learn** Amanda will walk through: **Flip inside a Self-Directed IRA or Solo-401(k)** * How to structure the deal correctly * How expenses must be handled * When UBIT may apply **Wholesale within a retirement account** * How assignments work * What type of income it creates **Use OPM (Other People’s Money) to scale** * How investors raise private money from Self-Directed IRAs * How to structure notes properly * How to fund deals inside **and** outside your own retirement account ### **The Core Idea** There is a lot of capital sitting in retirement accounts. This session shows you how real estate investors unlock it **without guessing, winging it, or accidentally creating a compliance mess.** ### **Who This Event Is For** * Investors flipping or wholesaling who want to understand self-directed rules * Anyone raising private money (or wanting more capital sources) * People with retirement funds who want them working harder than stocks/mutual funds ### **Event Details** **Location:** Ohio Brewing Company – 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 **Date & Time:** Thursday, March 26th, 6–8 PM *(Doors open at 5:30)* **Cost:** Free *(Seats are limited — RSVP required)* **Food:** Free food included **FREE meetup. Register HERE** 🎟️- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unlocking-retirement-capital-flips-wholesales-private-money-strategies-tickets-1983411263481?aff=cicmeetupapp *Disclaimer: This event is for educational purposes only and is not legal, tax, or investment advice.*

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.

We may pick a specific topic and post in advance or may discuss current events and various ad hoc topics . We would love to spend time hanging out and getting to know one another. Atheist, agnostics, other non-theists, and atheist-friendly people are welcome to join us. Note: COUNT operates a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions (http://www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions/) to promote discussions among members and visitors.

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