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Svenska Språkcafé
Svenska Språkcafé
Välkomna på språkcafé hos Mindfulness Home på Nobelvägen 11 i Malmö tisdagar, onsdagar och torsdagar kl 12:30-14:00 Vi ses för att träna på svenska språket, skapa nya bekantskaper och fika lite tillsammans. Det kostar 50kr för att bli medlem för ett helt år. Välkomna! Vi har även andra program som ni kan läsa mer om på vår hemsida/facebook/instagram https://mindfulnesshome.se https://www.instagram.com/mindfulnesshomemalmo?igsh=Z25rd2s5b3FuY3Z4&utm_source=qr Kontakt: 070-355 41 91(Emma)
Shut Up & Write!® in Amager
Shut Up & Write!® in Amager
**Co-working for writers in Amager!** Join us for an hour of focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in the area. We meet in this lovely spacious café, chilled out, usually not very busy at this time, with an on-site bakery of delicious pastries. Once everyone is here and settled, I will lead a quick introduction, and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. After the hour is up feel free to chat / take off / keep writing if you're on a roll. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers, and it can be a great way to learn from eachother. **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com) **Practical Details:** WiFi name / password: Kasada / haveaniceday Travel / Parking info: Kasada is just a few minutes walk from Lergravsparken Metro Station. We've reserved the large round table in the main room, with power outlets if you need one. Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
Mindfulness meditation
Mindfulness meditation
Reduce your stress and anxiety, improve your focus and sleep better by practicing mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness is a state where you focus your mind, thoughts and feelings to the present. There is only the moment as it is. Mindfulness meditation may include breathing methods, guided imagery, and other ways to relax the body and mind. Activity fee for all Mindfulness Home activities is 108 kr. Membership is 50 kr.
Shut Up & Write!™ Copenhagen
Shut Up & Write!™ Copenhagen
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 our Copenhagen Shut Up & Write! sessions. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, résumé, 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: - 15 minutes of hellos and getting settled; maybe some quick intros. - Then, the timer starts! : writing for 1 hour. - After the hour is up... chat / take off / keep writing, if you're on a roll. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens once the hour of writing is complete. Writing can be very solitary... connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. It's best to be on time, but BEING LATE IS ALSO OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check in with us after the session. (We’ll be the ones with the small Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons.
Copenhagen Toastmasters Club (since 1996) - Become a better communicator
Copenhagen Toastmasters Club (since 1996) - Become a better communicator
**Guests: Registration on email is required before attendance** Guests are most welcome to join our meetings, but attendance must be registered by email to [copenhagen@toastmasters.dk.](http://copenhagen@toastmasters.dk.%2A%2A/) Please come 10 minutes before the meeting start. We start at exactly 18:00. Welcome to ***Copenhagen Toastmasters Club*** Looking to improve your speaking and communication skills? Ignite your career? Gain the confidence to speak up? You’ve come to the right place. **Our meetings for 2026 from April to June:** • Wk 15: 7. april • Wk 17: 21. april • Wk 19: 5. may • Wk 21: 19. may • Wk 23 2. jun. • Wk 25 16. jun. **Our history** The *Copenhagen Toastmasters Club* was established in June 1996 by a group of dedicated people. We are the first Toastmasters club in Denmark. We are part of the Toastmasters International which is a nonprofit organisation that helps people to improve public speaking. **Our goals** *Copenhagen Toastmasters Club* will give you the skills and confidence you need to express yourself effectively in any situation. Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. You'll learn how to: * Formulate and express your ideas effectively * Be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations * Improve your one-on-one dealings with others At *Copenhagen Toastmasters Club*, you'll get to practice your skills by organising and conducting meetings and motivating others to help you. Become a better negotiator. Gain trust. Inspire your team. **Want to know more about *Copenhagen Toastmasters Club*?** [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CopenhagenToastmasters) , [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/2480522/admin/dashboard/) [Toastmasters International - global network](https://www.toastmasters.org/)
Gather & Grow: Monthly Gathering #2 - Career Sparring!
Gather & Grow: Monthly Gathering #2 - Career Sparring!
Are you an expat woman living in Denmark? Would you like to be part of a community that connects, reflects, and supports each other’s growth? We invite you to join our April meet-up! Gather & Grow is a new community space for expat women in Denmark to support each other, share experiences, and grow together. If you couldn't make it to the first meeting, we truly hope you'll join us this time! And if you did come to the first meeting, we can't wait to meet you again :-) **WHERE:** Plantekassen, 1. sal,, Kulturhuset Indre By, Charlotte Ammundsens Pl. 3, 1359 Copenhagen **WHEN:** 17:15 - 19:00, Tues 14 Apr 2026 **WHAT:** An evening of discussion, connection, and supporting each other’s growth. **Intention:** The topic for this monthly gathering is: Career Sparring! We will explore what pursuing a career in Denmark can look like, as well as some of the challenges and opportunities. This is about sharing experiences, feeling seen and heard, and growing together. **Your hosts:** Maria & Hema - We are 2 expat women, ex-colleagues from Novo Nordisk, with a passion for community building and personal and professional growth. **Agenda:** 1. Introduction and welcome from Maria & Hema 2. Career sparring workshop 3. Gathering Circle: For sharing what’s on our hearts and minds at the moment. Totally optional to share. 4. Socialising and networking for the last 15-30 minutes (optional). We invite you to come exactly as you are, no need to perform or fit in. We are not here to fix each other, only support each other. Let’s Gather & Grow together :-)
Team Topologies in the age of  AI
Team Topologies in the age of AI
**Important:** This event will happen in real life in Copenhagen. **Venue:** H9 - Halmtorvet 9, Copenhagen This event is sponsored by the [Copenhagen Product Collective](https://www.cphproduct.com/). **Team Topologies in the age of AI** *The Future of Product Development* What org charts don’t tell you about how software teams actually work, and what AI is starting to change. Most conversations about AI in product development jump straight to tools and prompts. And most conversations about team structure stay safely inside diagrams. This meetup puts both on the same table. Because how we organize teams and how we build products are no longer separate questions. ## **You’ll leave with insights on:** * How stream-aligned, platform, and enabling teams actually work in practice * What Team Topologies means for the role of the product manager * Where AI is already changing how teams collaborate and hand off work * How team boundaries are starting to blur — and what that implies * Whether current team structures will hold up in an AI-augmented world Expect concrete insights, honest trade-offs, and a conversation that connects today’s best practices with what might break next. We will have two exciting speakers lined up, each offering a unique perspective on how to organize product teams in the age of AI. Speakers are: 1. **Jesper Just Jsenen** – *How to best restructure a complex product organization in the age of AI* Jesper shares how Milestone Systems has approached restructuring a complex product organization using Team Topologies: * What drove the change * How teams are structured in practice * What worked — and what didn’t * What it means for product managers 2. **Kasper Junge** - *How AI is reshaping how we organise product* Kasper explores how AI is already influencing team structure: * Where AI sits in product teams today * How it’s dissolving traditional boundaries and handoffs * What the near future might look like: smaller teams, new roles, new topologies * The open question: *does Team Topologies still hold in an AI world?* Join us at **H9** for an evening of practitioner perspectives, sharp thinking, and good conversations with fellow product people in Copenhagen. Our good friends at the [Copenhagen Product Collective](https://www.cphproduct.com/) are making sure the bar is full and free. 🙏 The event is powered by [Learning Loop](https://learningloop.io/). **AGENDA:** * Intro (and who’s participating) * **Jesper Just Jensen** – *How to best restructure a complex product organization in the age of AI* * Beer break * **Kasper Junge** - *How AI is reshaping how we organise product* * More Networking * Thanks for tonight **Keywords:** leadership, product teams, team topologies, scaling, delivery focus, strategy shift, team alignment, sustainable pace, resilience, product operating model, productivity, team collaboration, rapid prototyping, venture studios

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Wild Technology (!) — Bioengineering, Enhancement, Acceleration & Future Humans
Wild Technology (!) — Bioengineering, Enhancement, Acceleration & Future Humans
**“Wild Technology (!) — Beyond AI, Beyond Control?”** Bioengineering, Enhancement, Acceleration, and the Future of Being Human Technology is no longer just something we *use*. It’s something that reshapes bodies, minds, and even evolution itself. From gene editing and brain–computer interfaces to synthetic life and runaway AI, we’re entering a phase where the boundaries of the human are no longer fixed. This isn’t a futurist hype session or a tech demo. It’s a philosophical conversation about limits, responsibility, and what it means to remain human in a world of radical technological power. *** **Topics we’ll touch on:** * Beyond AI: bioengineering, gene editing, and human enhancement * Are we improving humanity—or redesigning it? * Who gets access to enhancement—and who is left behind? * Is there such a thing as “playing God,” or is that fear outdated? * Do moral limits still apply when technology moves faster than ethics? * What happens when evolution becomes a design choice? * And finally… is there a point where technology stops serving life—and starts redefining it? Casual discussion. No technical background required—just curiosity and a willingness to think boldly and carefully at the same time. Whether you feel excited, uneasy, inspired, or alarmed—you’re not alone. Let’s explore the edge of the possible—and ask where, if anywhere, we should draw the line.
Active Mindfulness
Active Mindfulness
**Active Mindfulness** How can we bring mindfulness into our daily lives? Would you like to find moments of calm, even on a busy day? In this workshop, we playfully explore mindfulness through walking, using singing bowls, and sensory awareness. You will learn simple and practical techniques that you can use anytime in your daily life. No previous experience is needed — just come as you are and enjoy the process! We will finish with a short sound bath to help you integrate the experience and unwind 😊
*NØRREBRO LIB*Welcome to DK:Danish language-usefu phrases incl. networking #201
*NØRREBRO LIB*Welcome to DK:Danish language-usefu phrases incl. networking #201
Important note: we will be changing venue every other week (from Main Library on Thursdays to Nørrebro Library on Fridays), so please check event details. **Hej!** New to Denmark or looking to brush up on your Danish? Join our **Danish Language Basics** workshop, where we’ll focus on the essential phrases, pronunciation tips, and cultural context you need to navigate daily life with confidence. This session is perfect for **beginners and intermediate learners**—whether you’re aiming to master small talk, shopping, or workplace communication. We’ll practice in a supportive, interactive environment, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions, connect with fellow language learners, and even share a laugh or two. **What to expect:** * **Practical language skills:** Learn key phrases for everyday situations. * **Pronunciation practice:** Gain confidence in speaking Danish. * **Networking & socializing:** Meet others on the same language-learning journey. This workshop is ideal for **expats, newcomers, and anyone eager to improve their Danish**. Bring your curiosity and enthusiasm—let’s learn and grow together! Looking forward to seeing you, **Maria Depesova** *Your Host, Expat Community Builder & Language Enthusiast*
CopenhagenJS April - TGTG
CopenhagenJS April - TGTG
**Hey everyone**, Get ready for the April edition of the CopenhagenJS event, hosted in collaboration with Too Good To Go! **\#\# Schedule**: 17:15 Doors open 17:45 Welcome 18:00 **Hugo Leote & Martin Vicen - TGTG-Design-System: Blueprint to Brick** 18:30 Break with food and drinks 19:15 **Elias Papavasileiou - From Idea to Extension: YouTube Share Clip** 19:45 **Alexandr Elkin - Oxlint: Stop Waiting for Your Linter** 20:00 Raffle 20:10 Group Photo 20:15 Socialising - Meet the community 21:00 See you next time! **\#\# About CopenhagenJS** CopenhagenJS is a community group in Copenhagen for all JavaScript developers. We get together and share things we work on and like. We talk about various technologies that we either use daily or aspire to use. **\#\# Want to Present?** CopenhagenJS is for and by the community, so you are more than welcome to talk about things that you find interesting, and we will assist you with your speaking if you are new or have any difficulties. You can contact us by sending a private message or comment here on meetup.com or any social network where you can find us. **Stay Connected** Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/copenhagenjs/) **We're looking forward to seeing you at the event!** Best regards, Zoey, Jonathan, Gojko and Svetlana
DEAR WORLD - the international week-breaker + games
DEAR WORLD - the international week-breaker + games
**𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗥 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 – the international week-breaker** Your favorite after-work/after-uni bar night to connect, relax, and meet amazing people at ease. for context (as frequently asked): ***\- we are always many more people than sign up here on meetup as most traffic and updates happen on IG*** ***\- average age range is from 20\-30 \(everyone is welcome\)*** Yet another amazing year of Dear World the way we know it - together! At Bodega, we stocked up on board games to get cozy and competitive while social of course. 📸 IG @dearworldcph (for impressions from past events!) As the days are colder and shorter, we’re bringing the energy to our nights – with over 100+ at our bar nights and 200+ at our parties, 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗥 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 keeps growing! For almost 2 years now, we’ve been uniting Copenhagen’s international crowd (and locals) – countless nationalities, shining in different languages 🌍 Think easy-going conversation starters like flags, rotating chat charms & playful questions – all designed to spark great chats and eliminate any awkwardness. 📍 BODEGA DANZA, Flæsketorvet 13A, 1711 Copenhagen 🕖 When: starting at 19:00 (hosts & stickers until 22:00, the night continues however long you like) Let’s raise a glass, meet familiar and new faces, and break the week – together 🥂 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗥 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 The space for internationals and open-minded locals to connect in Copenhagen. Whether you’re looking to socialize, network, make friends, or simply vibe – just show up. Come solo or bring your crew – we’ve got you. Got questions? DM us on Instagram @dearworldcph or reach out to the host here. Let’s make Wednesdays the new favorite day of the week 🌇
Eichmann, Arendt og Dig (DK)
Eichmann, Arendt og Dig (DK)
Spilles på Dansk 20:00-21:15 50-225 kr: [Billetter findes her](https://h2ocph.billetten.dk/index/eventdetails/eventno/140591) Eichmann, Arendt og dig - *en iscenesættelse af retfærdighed* Vi skal genopfører retssagen mod Adolf Eichmann. I tre rum bliver du som publikum ført igennem en uhyrlig tragedie, der fortæller, hvad et enkelt menneske kan formå - en undersøgelse af den mulige ondskab i os selv. "Ondskabens banalitet" en erkendelse af menneskets mørke. Forestillingen begynder i foyeren, hvor du møder en helt almindelig mand. Han gør almindelige ting som fx at hænge din jakke op, servere kaffe, alt imens han fortæller om sin familie, sit arbejde og sine interesser. Et møde mellem mennesker. Han er din fortrolige og følger dig gennem hele forløbet. En helt almindelig mand der tilbyder at tage Eichmann på sig, for at vi sammen kan undersøge det vi ikke har lyst til at se. Skuespiller: Christian A. Rossil Instruktion: Andreas Dawe Dramaturg: Pernille Kragh Musik og afvikling: Jens V. Kock Scenografi: Julie Forchammer Manuskript: Andreas Dawe, Pernille Kragh og Christian A. Rossil Pr. Rune Brandt Hermannsson Fotograf: Jacob Stage Forestillingen er støttet af: Faxe Kommune, De Regionale Kunstfonde (Øernes Kunstfond), Dansk Skuespillerforbund, Beckett Fonden **H2O** is proud to bring this very important story to Copenhagen. Based on a novel, this literary experience is one that must be worked through and lived on the stage.
Founders Running Club :: Copenhagen
Founders Running Club :: Copenhagen
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

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Shut Up & Write!® East Side Columbus
Shut Up & Write!® East Side Columbus
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, April 22 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.
Columbus Comedy Improv Meetup at Gresso's!
Columbus Comedy Improv Meetup at Gresso's!
Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you knew Del Close on a personal level, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup** for some fun and games! The idea behind improv is to create entire scenes from scratch based on a suggestion from the audience. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway*, *ComedySportz*, or *Wild 'n Out*; it could also be done to tell stories, like *Middleditch and Schwartz*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and free!) weekly comedy event, brings the games (and occasionally different forms) for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Not only is it a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and make friendships that'll last a lifetime! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "Yes, And" that you'll have fun!
Prompt vs. Paintbrush
Prompt vs. Paintbrush
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)
Columbus Medical Marijuana Meetup 4/21/26 - Network/Learn/Celebrate/Mix/Chill
Columbus Medical Marijuana Meetup 4/21/26 - Network/Learn/Celebrate/Mix/Chill
Our next much-awaited **COLUMBUS** meetup is **Tuesday April 21 from 7-10 pm EST at ACE OF CUPS**. Meet patients, cultivators, processors, dispensary managers/staff, physicians, home growers, educators, activists, nonprofits, artists, attorneys, business owners, writers, students, and supporters to network, share our knowledge, collaborate, support each other and make new ones! Hope you will be there too! Save the date and pass the word. **Please RSVP** so we know who is coming and how many to expect. Find us to say hi and we will introduce you to others. We should be easy to spot. (The happy-looking group wearing cool nametags! See photos from our past events.) Sign in, grab a name tag, start your own bar/food tab, meet old friends and make new ones! Everyone is welcome. SEE YOU THERE!
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
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!
Golden Lotus Yoga Meditation Group, in the Raja Yoga, Kriya Yoga Tradition
Golden Lotus Yoga Meditation Group, in the Raja Yoga, Kriya Yoga Tradition
All levels of Meditators or welcome. In person or on Facebook Live! There will be instructions and inspiration for new inexperienced meditators. The hosts, meditators and Kriya Yoga initiates for over 50 years, are direct disciples of Yogacharya J. Oliver Black one of Paramahansa Yogananda's most advanced male disciples. He is the founder of Golden Lotus, Inc., which owns & operates 'Song of the Morning' an 800 acre Yoga Retreat Northest of Gaylord, MI on the Pigeon River. Paramahansa Yogananda founded Self Realization Fellowship, headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and is the author of the Spritual Classic, 'Autobiography of a Yogi.'
Psychic Development Series  II - Pueo Group
Psychic Development Series II - Pueo Group
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