Digital Literacy

Join us for a creative gathering for neurodivergent people, including those with autism, ADHD, AuDHD, dyslexia, and similar neurodivergences. **At this edition of the Creative Sharing Circle we want to show you how to fold zines**. We will show you how to fill paper with text, drawings and collage. The **content can be political, fun or introspective**. Zines are a great accessible way to communicate something meaningful you‘d like to share with the world. **Zine culture is intimately intertwined with liberation movements of marginalized people.** Let‘s keep it alive and enrich it with **neurodivergent perspectives.** We will provide some arts and crafts equipments but feel free to bring your own arts and craft tools if you want to do your own project. The facilitators will also guide you on how to create zine and how to use the arts and craft material. **The event is free and there will be no donation box at the event, but your support is very much welcomed Donation Link: [Ko-fi](https://ko-fi.com/neurodivergentberlin)** **Where:** PopUp Gruppenraum 2 at Amerika Gedenkbibliothek **Facilitators:** [Agnieszka Błaszczak ](https://www.instagram.com/foxyberlin21/)(Aga), a multimedia artist, and [Cosmo](cosmo@kritische-maennlichkeit.com) (Visual Anthropologist). **Important Notes:** * If you can’t attend, please edit your RSVP to give the spot to others people. * The community is run by neurodivergent volunteers, so please help us create a positive experience. * Bring sensory tools (headphones, stimming toys, etc.), and we will have some available. * A quiet corner will be provided for breaks. * This event is for late-diagnosed adults (18+). For children’s events, a parent or guardian must be present. See you there!

**Open Platform for Writers to connect, share & grow. Together.** ‍ We create a safe space to be creative, connect through writing and give and receive feedback from each other. Get ready for bringing in different writing styles and helping each other improve our own writing skills and get to know some new friends.

**📢 Wichtiges Update für das Sprachcafé in Manifesto!** 📢 2. Etage wo es geschlossen ist. Alle Teilnehmende **müssen** etwas bestellen. Wenn nicht, werden wir uns in Neukölln treffen. **Ein Getränk bei der Soot Bar** (unten bei den WCs) **oder Essen woanders** zu kaufen, damit wir dort bleiben dürfen. Danke fürs Mitmachen! 😊

Join us for a relaxed Monday evening full of new faces, unexpected conversations and the kind of atmosphere that makes the week feel a little more alive. Whether you’re new in Berlin or simply looking to meet open-minded people, this is a space to connect, share stories and start the week with a little more curiosity. Orga The location accepts only card payments. We will be sitting in the first room. Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs: [https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/) Meet your host I’m Julia — a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect. Insta [https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/) LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/) About The Social Butterfly Club 🦋 is a Berlin-based community that has been bringing people together for over three years. Each gathering is part of a larger framework designed to help friendships grow through shared experiences in the city — with a long-term vision of turning Berlin itself into a shared, playful experience. Love the vibe? There’s a whole community waiting for you. 🦋 Join the Social Butterfly Club and experience Berlin together [https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/)

**Open Platform for Writers to connect, share & grow. Together.** ‍ We create a safe space to be creative, connect through writing and give and receive feedback from each other. Get ready for bringing in different writing styles and helping each other improve our own writing skills and get to know some new friends. ...for more info check out www.dna-artclub.com / follow us on IG: @nightart.club See You soon :) Love. DNA. *** \*Members of Dair Night Art e.V. and Subscribers of DNA. Art GbR. \*\*By entering the DNA. ART HOUSE, You agree to comply with the Hausordnung of Dair Night Art e.V. and Geschäftsordnung of Dair Night Art e.V. Please ensure You review these documents thoroughly in advance.en

This is our *brand new* Monday morning SU&W meetup, now at a more central & BVG-friendly location at Exclusive Coffee (upstairs), a stone's throw from S & U Jannowitzbrücke station, and also at a more civil start time of 10.30am. The cafe also takes CARDS (hurrah!). We are going to be seated together at the big table on the 1st floor of the cafe.* As usual there will be two sessions of writing, each lasting 45 minutes, and two breaks. - The first writing session will start at 10:45 am. - Second session will start at 11:45 am. *Or if you prefer you can also sit at the smaller tables dotted around the big table, or at the long counter running the whole length of the massive windows with magnificient views of the Spree river, or the Chinese Embassy. (In summer they have a rotating vertical fan which works really well to keep the space nice & cool.) Unfortunately cafes in Berlin are getting less and less laptop-friendly, so please don't forget to order your drink or snack to support the cafe. When ordering you can also ask them for *free wifi code* should you require it. If you are new to the meetup, don't worry, just come and say hi to us. As well as the organiser we have many long-term regulars who will be more than happy to help you out and to make you feel welcome. We also have a Telegram chat: https://t.me/joinchat/ERW3pxD5kfELGeWs9SUhjw For more information, visit: https://shutupwrite.com So come along, grab a drink or snack, chat for 15 minutes, then shoosh & scribble. 😊

English below Liebe Nachbarn und Freunde, Kommt vorbei und lernt eure Nachbarn kennen bei einer Runde Wizard, Just One, Dixit, Fluxx, und noch viel mehr. Ihr dürft natürlich eure Lieblingsspiele mitbringen und sie uns beibringen, falls wir sie noch nicht kennen. Teilnahme auf Spendebasis. Wo: offenes Wohnzimmer, Waldenserstr. 13, 10551 Berlin http://www.offeneswohnzimmer.org/ Dear neighbors and friends, The Offenes Wohnzimmer is hosting the next board game night. Come around and meet your neighbors around a game of scrabble, cards and more. You’re welcome to bring your favorite games. Participation donation based 🙂 http://www.offeneswohnzimmer.org/ Anmeldung: tanjaklett@gmx.de oder spontan !

**Join us for Digital Bash On Tour x RTL AdAlliance in Berlin 🚀** Am **07\. Juli** trifft sich die Agenturbranche beim **Digital Bash On Tour x RTL AdAlliance**. Dieses Event richtet sich **exklusiv an Agenturen**, die ihren Kund:innen neue Wege in den Bereichen TV, Streaming und digitale Werbung eröffnen möchten. Gemeinsam mit **RTL AdAlliance** zeigen wir, wie moderne Kampagnen heute über alle relevanten Screens hinweg funktionieren und wie Agenturen davon konkret profitieren können. Freu dich auf **praxisnahe Insights** rund um regionale Reichweite, **crossmediale Kampagnen**, **aktuelle Media-Trends** und **den Einsatz von TV- und Streaming-Ads für KMU-Kund:innen**. Außerdem erwarten dich spannende Vorträge, Paneltalks und Networking mit anderen Agenturen und Branchenexpert. Das Event bietet dir die Möglichkeit, neue Strategien kennenzulernen, dich mit anderen Agenturen auszutauschen und direkt wertvolle Impulse für deine Kund mitzunehmen. **Wichtig:** **Die Anmeldung erfolgt ausschließlich über den folgenden Link:** [https://digitalbash.de/event/on-tour-rtl-adalliance-berlin-juli-2026](https://digitalbash.de/event/on-tour-rtl-adalliance-berlin-juli-2026) **Was dich erwartet:** 🎤 Vorträge zu **TV, Streaming und Regionalmarketing** 🤖 der Talk **„AI-First Agentur oder austauschbar“** ⭐ die Chance, **RTL-Persönlichkeiten live zu erleben** 🤝 Networking mit anderen Agenturen und Marketer 🍴 **Food & Drinks inklusive** 📍**Berlin** **Jetzt kostenlos anmelden.** Die Plätze sind limitiert. Wir freuen uns auf dich 😊

The question of who has the right to rule is one of the central questions of political philosophy and history. Political power exists in every society, but power alone does not make rule legitimate. A government may control laws, police, courts, and institutions, yet still lack moral and political justification. Political legitimacy means that authority can be justified to the people who are subject to it. Historically, rule has been justified through religion, monarchy, tradition, wisdom, security, rights, and popular consent. In ancient thought, Plato connected legitimate rule with knowledge and virtue, while Aristotle argued that good rule must serve the common good rather than the private interests of rulers. Modern political thought changed the meaning of legitimate authority. Thinkers such as Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau shifted the focus from divine right and inherited power to security, rights, consent, and popular sovereignty. This historical development made democracy one of the most important modern answers to the question of legitimate rule. Democracy is based on the idea that political authority ultimately belongs to the people. It requires free elections, political equality, public participation, the rule of law, basic rights, and the possibility of peaceful change. Citizens are not merely subjects of power; they are participants in political life. Autocracy offers a different model. In autocratic systems, power is concentrated in one ruler, one party, or a small elite. Autocracies often justify themselves through stability, order, security, or efficiency. However, they face a serious legitimacy problem when people cannot freely criticize, oppose, or remove those who rule over them. Today, the question of political legitimacy remains urgent. Democracies face polarization, inequality, distrust, populism, and misinformation, while autocratic systems present themselves as strong alternatives. This discussion asks whether legitimate rule should be based on control and stability, or on consent, rights, accountability, and human dignity. Legitimate political rule requires more than force, tradition, or success. It must be justified to free and equal people. No person, party, monarch, or elite has a permanent natural right to rule. The right to rule belongs only to a political order that respects people as active members of a shared community. 📅 Event Details 🗓️ Date: Saturday, 11 Juli 2026 ⏰ Time: 14:00 📍 Location: Hardenbergstraße 10, 10623 Berlin 📱 WhatsApp: For prep materials and directions (Group Chat) [Group Chat Bio KI](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ba8ZAaH2Yuk6FGmD3LLO7H)

**⭐ DOORS OPEN AT 19:30. PLEASE ARRIVE BEFORE 8PM! ⭐** The Creative Code Stammtisch is a casual show-and-tell for artists, makers, designers, coders, performers, learners and anyone interested in the use of computing skills for artistic expression. The event is free and open to all, regardless of age, origin, gender or experience. Beginners and first-timers should feel especially welcome! You don't have to be a coder yourself 😃 HOW TO FIND US? Find Prachtsaal Studio by crossing the courtyard next to Cafe Augusta on Jonasstr. 22, 12053 Berlin. WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT? We start with quick introductions, then open the floor to anyone who wants to present something. There are usually around six 10-minute slots available, plus time for questions from the audience. First-timers are encouraged to share their work. Topics range from net art to computational design and interactive installations all the way to wearable electronics or generative poetry. If you’re wondering whether your own project might fit, take a look at the [Stammtisch archive](https://creativecodeberlin.github.io/Stammtisch/) to see what others have shared in the past. This event is *not* just for coders! New-media artists and anyone working with technology in their art are very welcome to share. If you enjoy art and/or technology, you’ll likely have a great time, and maybe even learn something new! BEGINNERS WELCOME! If you’re new to creative coding, you can find beginner-friendly resources at [creativecode.berlin/learn](https://creativecode.berlin/learn). THIS IS YOUR SPACE We do our best to create a welcoming environment for all people regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. People from group generally underrepresented in open-source, art, and technology fields are warmly encouraged to come by. And if you know someone who might enjoy this meetup but isn’t sure it’s for them, let them know they’ll be welcome! SAFE SPACE POLICY We support the Berlin Code of Conduct: [berlincodeofconduct.org](http://berlincodeofconduct.org/) Please read and make sure you agree with its content. ACCESSIBILITY Prachtsaal Studio is located on an easy to access ground floor. We're very sorry to say that the bathrooms are not wheelchair accessible yet. DO I NEED TO SPEAK GERMAN? We speak mostly English so international guests are more than welcome! Our team also speaks French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Finnish and German... though language availability may vary depending on which organizers are present :) CONTACT Raphaël de Courville team@creativecode.berlin +49 (0) 176 70070572 or get in touch via [creativecode.berlin](https://creativecode.berlin/) *** The featured artwork of the month is by @ojelibalon. We'd love to feature your work on the cover for the next Stammtisch! Please send an image at team@creativecode.berlin

**IG ACCOUNT:** [@neurocrafting.berlin](https://www.instagram.com/neurocrafting.berlin?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ\*:･ﾟ✧ Calling all fellow neurospicies! This meetup will be a chill, no-pressure photo hunt around Berlin— no skills required, just a device to take pictures with! #### Schedule: * **18:00–18:30** – Meet & greet at **g20, xHain** * **18:30–20:00** – We will split into 2 groups and head out on our photo route (\~1.5 hours) * **Until we're done** – Regroup, showcase our pictures while we snack together 「• ᴗ •」 You'll get a bingo card with things to spot and photograph, split into 3 tiers that get a bit trickier as you go — no pressure to finish them all. Each card has a QR code so you can upload your pics as you go. If you complete all 3 tiers, there's a little prize waiting for you. There is a donation of a minimum of 4-5 euros to cover snacks and the prize. (If you prefer to donate via PayPal: [neurocrafting.berlin@gmail.com](mailto:neurocrafting.berlin@gmail.com))

Hello everyone! The German Testing Board (GTB), together with our partners IREB, iSAQB, and the Einstein Center Digital Future, warmly invites you to **“Quality is NOW – Networking Around Quality Engineering”** in Berlin. Join us for an inspiring evening of networking, engaging discussions, and new connections. Following short talks from the worlds of Requirements Engineering, Software Architecture, and Quality Engineering, we will explore the question: **How is AI changing the world of software development?** During a World Café session and informal networking afterwards, we'll tackle the questions everyone is asking right now: \- What's your biggest pain point when using AI? \- Has AI improved or compromised quality in your projects? \- Which skills do teams and leaders need to succeed with AI? \- And where should we focus our efforts next? Join the conversation, exchange experiences, and discover how others are navigating the opportunities and challenges of AI-driven software development. **What to expect** * **Inspiring insights:** Gain practical tips and fresh perspectives for your career in Quality Engineering. * **Meaningful connections:** Meet developers and quality engineering professionals who share your passion. * **A relaxed atmosphere:** Enjoy drinks, delicious food, and great conversations in an inspiring setting. 📅 **When?** 8 July 2026 – Doors open at 5:30 PM (Event: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM) 📍 **Where?** Einstein Center Digital Future, Wilhelmstraße 67, 10117 Berlin 🎟 **Free admission** – Please register We look forward to seeing you there! **Your “Quality is NOW” Team**

Wissen verändert die Welt. Mach Mit! Wir treffen uns alle zwei Wochen zum lockeren Austausch und gemeinsamen Arbeiten in unserem Communityraum in der Köpenicker Straße in Berlin-Mitte. Alle Interessierten sind herzlich eingeladen vorbeizukommen und mehr über Wikipedia und ihre Schwesterprojekte (z. B. Wikimedia Commons oder Wikidata) zu erfahren. Finde heraus, wie Wikipedia funktioniert, lerne wie du selbst mitschreiben kannst und welche Artikel zu deinen Lieblingsthemen noch fehlen. 🕖 Termine: zweiwöchentlich donnerstags ab 18.30 Uhr ℹ️ Aktuelle Termine: [https://w.wiki/tv](https://w.wiki/tv) Die Teilnahme ist kostenfrei, eine Anmeldung ist nicht notwendig. Komm einfach vorbei! Vor Ort können Leihrechner zur Verfügung gestellt werden. P. S.: Auch wenn die Teilnahmezahlen hier niedrig erscheinen – wir bewerben das Event noch auf anderen Plattformen und sind in der Regel zwischen 6 und 12 Personen. Foto: Niccolò Caranti (OBC), [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0), via Wikimedia Commons

In diesem Kurs beschäftigen wir uns mit verschiedenen Texten aus unterschiedlichen Bereichen. Das können u.a. kurze Geschichten, Gedichte, Zeitungsartikel, Kolumnen oder Videos sein. Immer sind es Themen, die uns gefallen, die wir besonders interessant, wichtig oder manchmal auch richtig schlecht finden. Gemeinsam versuchen wir die Position der Autor*in, den Stil und die Argumentationsstruktur zu verstehen. Dazu diskutieren wir über das, was wir verstehen, welche Meinung wir zu dem Thema haben oder welche Fragen offen bleiben.
Gerne könnt ihr uns auch Themenvorschläge mitbringen oder zuschicken.
Der Kurs richtet sich an interessierte Menschen mit einem B2-Niveau (oder so ähnlich), die Lust haben sich weiter mit der deutschen Sprache zu beschäftigen und ihren Wortschatz zu erweitern.
Die Termine sind sporadisch.

You can sleep in on the Semiquincentennial (observed), we’re shifting to the following Friday. But join the local UX community for a chat and some biscuits to catch up. If you were in CA for Figma Config, tell us all the lines and you can tell me how I can animate an SVG without coding it by hand, and why I’d even want to. Thanks to the team at Nationwide of supporting the group.

💼 **Work from Anywhere in 14 Days – Remote Ready Bootcamp** Land remote income streams that work from any city, timezone, or country. ⚠️ RSVP here, then register below to lock in your place. ### [🔗 GET STARTED](https://aiventurelab.org/product/RemoteReadyBootcamp?city=Columbus&groupurlname=the-book-lovers-journey-discussion-group&startgmtdatetime=2026-07-07T22:00:00Z) --- What's included: - Proven remote work frameworks used by digital nomads worldwide - Tools and tactics for landing remote clients fast - Step-by-step systems to replace your office income remotely *14 days to freedom. Start here.* 🚀

**Practical Curiosity: Learning from Everyday Data** How do we actually get better at utilizing our day-to-day data? Fancy dashboards and complex models might look nice and draw attention, but that’s not where most of us spend our time. In fact those shiny outputs frequently sit unused, while the real insights are drawn from the analyst’s daily practice. Sometimes it’s as simple and as powerful as noticing that a segment is shrinking, a channel is underused, or certain links keep getting all the clicks. There’s many different places that the spark of insight can come from, but you have to keep your head in the data and know where to look. In this session, we’ll explore real-world examples of how segmentation, testing, and click behavior can uncover practical digital marketing opportunities. You’ll leave with inspiration for your own use cases, along with a few simple ways to ask better questions, spot meaningful patterns, and make smarter decisions without overcomplicating it. **About Our Speaker:** [Elaine Armbruster](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainearmbruster/) is a Director of Digital Experience at the [American Diabetes Association](https://diabetes.org/), where she focuses on using data and insights to create smarter, more effective digital experiences. A lifelong Columbus resident, she has built her career in email marketing and the broader digital user journey, and is finding she most enjoys working in the messy middle where systems, data, and big ideas don’t quite line up yet. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

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!

🚀 **Go Viral with AI – Faceless Content on Autopilot** Launch a content brand that grows on autopilot using AI-generated media. ⚠️ Complete registration to confirm your seat. RSVP is not enough. ### [🔗 SAVE YOUR SEAT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AiInfluencer?city=Columbus&groupurlname=the-book-lovers-journey-discussion-group&startgmtdatetime=2026-07-07T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll create: - A monetisation path from day one - AI tools to generate, edit, and post content automatically - A faceless brand that runs without your time *Your brand. Your rules. No face needed.* 🚀

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!

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.