Family Estrangement

**English Comedy Special that will finally make you delete the dating apps - because there's no hope! Featuring 4 headliner level comedians!** Please sign up at [eastwestcomedy.com](eastwestcomedy.com) in addition to RSVP here to guarantee seating **Line-up: Gino Christofaro (BRA/GER), James Mwaura (USA), Dinara Kerey (KAZ), Nikita Kha (RUS/GER).** !! Our Saturday shows have been SOLD OUT almost every time, so PLEASE book online and don't take chances ;) !! **Neukolln's favorite (by popular vote) comedy club East-West Comedy presents the new, topical show all about love & dating f\*ckups! In Berlin, you don't know who to hate the most: emotionally dead weirdos you meet online, people who refuse to pay the asking price for your feet pictures on OnlyFans, or the smug, preachy couples they form when they find each other. Is there any actual hope? Nah. But there are funny stories to tell to your closest friends (or to a room full of drunk strangers for money). 4 experienced comedians from USA, UK, Europe, Asia and more, will possibly kill your last remnants of hope - but promise you'll have helluva fun in the process.** Google rating: 5.0 / 5.0 ★★★★★ “Laughed a lot, will come again for sure” Oliver, UK ★★★★★ “A cozy place with high quality live comedy!” Joanna, Hong Kong ★★★★★ “Great comedy show, talented comics and very nice atmosphere” Mariia, Ukraine ★★★★★ “Comedians were good, beer was good, ambiance was super nice!” Gaelle, Lebanon ★★★★★ “The humour hit us right on the spot!” Eve, China ★★★★★ “Perfect evening of laughter” Igor, Croatia ★★★★★ “Cozy stand-up venue with hilarious international artists and audience!” Elvira, Russia ★★★★★ “Great new shows at one of Berlin’s coolest venues!” James, USA Doors: 7:30 PM Show:8:00 PM Entry: Pay What You Want\* (seat reservation required): you reserve your seat for free, and Pay What You Want at the end of the show, depending on how much you think the show is worth (recommended fee: €10-15). Reservations expire 10 minutes before the start of the show. \*It is not within our principles to promote a show as "Free Entry" and ask for a "not-so-voluntary" donation at the end. This show is paid - we just let you decide the price ;)

## "Ich kann nicht malen! Du möchtest malen, aber traust dich nicht? Freude an Farben, an einer kreativen Auszeit, mehr braucht es nicht zum Malen. Es ist wie einzutauchen in die eigene Farbwelt, denn es ist alles da! Da bei mir nicht gegenständlich gemalt wird, fällt es super leicht zu starten und sich den Farben und dir anzuvertrauen. Es entstehen wunderbare, farbenfrohe Bilder. Intuarts Malkurse (fast) immer Freitags ab 17.30 bis 20.00 Uhr oder Samstags ab 10.30 bis 13.00 Uhr

**Introvert friendly show that is 50% stand-up & 50% comedians roasting your problems and giving hilarious advice (all anonymous, of course)!** **Berlin’s Only Comedy Show where laughing at each other's problems is not only okay, but is highly encouraged!** You write down any problems you want to share (whatever you want for us to talk about on stage really), and we solve them in a much funnier way than your therapist would have. Whether to follow our advice is debatable though... ***And worry not, we won't talk to you unless you really want for us to! This show is for everyone who would like to say something without anyone knowing it was them!*** **Where?** The cosy little comedy spot in Friedrichshain Sali.Gari\*\*!\*\* **When?** Doors: **8:00 PM** \| Show: **8:30 PM** **Tickets?** FREE SEAT RESERVATION —**but seats are limited, so book now!** Come for the stand-up, stay for the therapy—just bring your problems (or a friend with worse ones). Every show is a fresh combo of stand-up brought by the guest comedian and advice from the host **Lena Stolby** — she’s Russian, so she *really* knows about problems! **&** We are a free entry show, and **have been running solely thanks to the support of the audience**, so to help us keep making this world a drama free place (while being able to compensate comedians for their work accordingly) **thesuggested donation is €15!**

**👋 Hello Strangers! —** For all players and chess-curious folks out there who want to chill and make friends: We are hosting a daily chess meetup in Mitte / Prenzlauerberg welcoming all experience levels. It doesn't matter if you just watched the Queen's Gambit or if you have been playing regularly for years – join us Daily from 7pm till midnight. **Pics** · [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/strangerchess/) / **Chat** · [Telegram](https://t.me/strangerchess) / **Web** · [Strangerchess.com](https://strangerchess.com/) (No need to bring anything, boards, clocks, etc. are provided)

We are going to be seated together at **the big table on the 1st floor** of the cafe. As always, we will do **two sessions of each 45 minutes** of writing with **one break of 15 minutes** in-between. We are making reservation and counting on you to show up, so please register only when you are going to be there, don't forget to update your RSVP if you can't come. Unfortunately cafes in Berlin are getting less and less laptop-friendly, please don't forget to order your drink or snack to support the cafe which will have us. If you are new to the meetup, don't worry, just come and say hi to the organizer. We also have many long-term regulars who will be happy to help you out and feel welcomed. We also have a **Telegram chat**: https://t.me/joinchat/ERW3pxD5kfELGeWs9SUhjw For more information, visit: https://shutupwrite.com Looking forward to see you! 😊

**Transfem\* Embodied Practices** mit Lux für **Queer Femmes\*** [Kostenlos mit ](https://wearevillage.org/shop/transfem-embodied-practices/w06-2026/)**[Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/transfem-embodied-practices/w06-2026/)** Ein monatlicher 2,5-stündiger Raum für **transfeminine Menschen aus allen Femme-Spektren** (Transfrauen, Transvestiten, Hormonelle Faggots, Butch-Femmes, Gender-Nonconforming und diejenigen, die sich mit der breiteren transfemininen Erfahrung identifizieren). Der Raum heißt alle willkommen, die sich einer Hormonersatztherapie unterziehen, aber auch diejenigen, die keine medizinische Transition anstreben, und erkennt Verkörperung sowohl als etwas körperliches als auch etwas politisches an. Die Absicht dieses Raumes ist es, das Vertrauen in unsere Körperlichkeit als Femmes zu stärken, unsere körperliche Autonomie zu nähren und in einer unterstützenden Gemeinschaft Kompetenz und Erfahrung für Berührung zu entwickeln. Die Praxis ist als eine Übung für die Resilienz von Femmes gegen gesellschaftliche Gewalt und Ausgrenzung gedacht, die diese Narrative mit Ermächtigung, Präsenz und Freude verändert und neu schreibt. Die Reise führt von der individuellen Körperwahrnehmung (somatische Praktiken und Berührungen) zur gemeinschaftlichen Bewegung (Tanz und Raumübungen) und endet mit freier Bewegung und Integration, wobei Konsens, Autonomie und Fürsorge im Mittelpunkt stehen. **Hinweise** Um sich vollständig auf das Erlebnis einzulassen, werden die Teilnehmenden ermutigt, bequeme Kleidung zu tragen. **Teilnehmer\*innen**: Dieser Workshop richtet sich an alle transfeminine Menschen aus allen Femme-Spektren (Transfrauen, Transvestiten, Hormonelle Faggots, Butch-Femmes, Gender-Nonconforming und diejenigen, die sich mit der breiteren transfemininen Erfahrung identifizieren). **Anmeldung**: Für dieses Event stehen begrenzte Plätze zur Verfügung. Eine Registrierung über unsere Website ist daher erforderlich. **Sprache**: Dieses Event wird auf Englisch sein. **Kosten**: Die Teilnahme ist kostenlos. 🔵 **Transfem\* Embodied Practices** with Lux for **Queer Femmes\*** **[Free event with Registration](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/transfem-embodied-practices/w06-2026)** A 2.5-hour monthly space for **transfeminine people across all femme spectrums** (trans women, transvestites, hormonal faggots, butch femmes, gender-nonconforming, and those identifying within the broader transfeminine experience). The space welcomes those on HRT and those not pursuing medical transition, recognising embodiment as both physical and political. The intention of this space is to support building confidence in our physicality as femmes, nurture bodily autonomy, and develop touch literacy within a supportive community. The practice is intended as an exercise for femmes’ resilience against societal violence and exclusion, rewriting those narratives with empowerment, presence, and joy. The journey flows from individual body awareness (somatic practices and touch) to communal movement (dance and spatial exercises) and ends with free movement and integration, all centered around consent, autonomy, and care. **General information** To engage fully in the experience, participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes. **Participants**: This workshop is for all transfeminine people across all femme spectrums: trans women, transvestites, hormonal faggots, butch femmes, gender-nonconforming, and those identifying within the broader transfeminine experience. **Registration**: This event has limited spots available. Registration through our website is therefore required. **Language**: This event will be held in English and German. **Cost**: The event is free of charge.

*Please scroll down for English!* **Ein inspirierender Gesprächsabend** Du brauchst eine Pause nach einer intensiven Woche? „Freitagabend für die Seele“ ist ein ruhiger, geschützter Raum, in dem wir zusammenkommen, um zur Ruhe zu kommen, uns auszutauschen und über die großen Fragen des Lebens nachzudenken – über Identität, Hoffnung, Sinn des Lebens. **Was dich erwartet:** – Ein achtsamer Gesprächsabend in kleiner Runde – Ein Thema zum gemeinsamen Nachdenken: **"Wofür bist du dankbar?"** – Tische auf Deutsch und Englisch – du bist willkommen, egal welche Sprache du sprichst – Snacks und Getränke auf Spendenbasis – Eine wunderschöne Location im 9. Stock – mit traumhaftem Blick auf den Berliner Fernsehturm und Klimaanlage Offen für alle – unabhängig von Herkunft, Glauben oder Geschichte. **Verlauf** Einlass: ab 18:30 Uhr Beginn: 19:00 Uhr Ende: ca. 21:00 Uhr ***Falls du nach 19:30 Uhr ankommst, schreib bitte einen Kommentar, damit dir jemand die Tür öffnen kann.*** \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **An inspiring discussion group** Ready to unwind and connect after a long week? “Friday Evening for the Soul” is a gentle space for us to come together, slow down, and share meaningful dialogue about life, purpose, and hope. **What to expect:** – A welcoming and thoughtful roundtable conversation – One simple topic to reflect on: "**What are you grateful for?"** – Tables in both German and English – everyone’s welcome, no matter your language – Snacks and drinks on a donation basis – A beautiful 9th-floor location with a stunning view of Berlin’s TV Tower and air-con Open to all – regardless of background, beliefs, or story. **Infos:** Doors open: 18:30 Start: 19:00 End: \~ 21:00 ***If you arrive after 7:30pm, please write a comment so that someone can open the door to you.***

**Worum geht’s?** Entdecke die Kraft der Worte – in Gemeinschaft. In dieser offenen Gruppe lesen wir gemeinsam kurze literarische Texte – Gedichte, Mikrotexte oder Auszüge aus längeren Werken – und lassen uns von ihnen zum Schreiben einladen. Nach dem gemeinsamen Lesen nehmen wir uns Zeit zum Nachdenken und Austausch. Anschließend schreiben wir 20–30 Minuten Seite an Seite – inspiriert von einzelnen Worten, Sätzen oder dem, was uns gerade bewegt. Im Mittelpunkt stehen nicht handwerkliche Aspekte, sondern das persönliche Erleben, das Gefühl von Verbundenheit und die Funken, die Worte in uns entzünden können – besonders für Menschen, die belastende Erfahrungen gemacht haben, und alle, die auf der Suche nach neuen Perspektiven sind. Wer möchte, kann am Ende den Text teilen, der während der Sitzung entstanden ist – genauso willkommen ist es, einfach nur zuzuhören. Das Teilen ist immer freiwillig. **Die Teilnahme ist kostenlos – und ohne Anmeldung möglich.** **Über die Gruppenleiterin** **[Ingrid E. Johnson](https://ingridejohnson.com/de)** ist Deutsch-Amerikanerin, Gründerin von RECASAS und Peer-Support-Spezialistin. Lesen und Schreiben haben ihr selbst durch schwierige Zeiten geholfen. Schreiben in Gemeinschaft bedeutet für sie eine andere Quelle von Kraft und Inspiration – und genau dieses Erlebnis möchte sie ermöglichen. Mehr Informationen hier: https://recasas.org/2025/10/01/lesen-schreiben-teilen/ In Zusammenarbeit mit RECASAS, im Rahmen der Sonntagsöffnung der Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek (ZLB), veranstaltet von artecom.

Für dich ist das Thema Hochsensibilität relevant, du gehst Herausforderungen im Leben gern mit positiver Grundeinstellung an und du möchtest dich mit Gleichgesinnten über deine Erfahrungen und Aspekte der HS austauschen? Dann ist dieser Termin für dich: Am Sonntag den 8.2.2026 trifft sich eine Gruppe in neuer Formation von 13 bis 15 Uhr im Veranstaltungsraum der Janusz-Korczak-Bibliothek nahe des S-Bahnhofs Pankow. Wenn du durch den Haupteingang kommst, gehst du die erste Treppe hoch und biegst gleich links ab. Ein kleine Teeküche steht uns zur Verfügung. :-) Anmelden brauchst du dich nicht. Wir freuen uns auf dich & einen angenehmen Austausch! Claudia (Organisatorin) & Sven (Gruppen-Moderator) Kontakt: Sven Geitmann Gartenweg 5 16727 Oberkrämer kontakt@atemmeditation-bb.de [www.atemmeditation-bb.de](www.atemmeditation-bb.de)

**Silent Reading Book Club** A new way to enjoy reading! Ditch the old book club, where everyone has to read the same book…this is better! It works like this: Bring your own book. Come chat, have some tea or coffee, get to know your neighbors. Then we quietly read together, side by side, for about one hour, each one reading their own book, and afterwards we talk with each other about what we are reading. You may read in any language, you may read any book. We are a group of international residents of Berlin from many different countries, of all ages, and we converse in English. We welcome you! no registration needed- the event is donation based

This time we will be discussing the film Homebound: We’re a group of people who enjoy films and talking about films.
We meet on Sunday in a cafe/bar and have a relaxed discussion about the film. We talk about how we felt about the film, and what we liked or disliked about it. Don't forget to watch the film before joining the meetup :)

Ciao a tutti! For our event we would like to meet you at 17:00 and have a beer all together, or other drinks. The goal of our first meeting is to get to know eachother and practice Italian and German. Please don’t be afraid that your language skills might not be sufficiently good or that you are a beginner. We understand that learning languages is a difficult and long journey. We don’t tolerate discrimination. We don't tolerate any aggressive or weird attitude. This has to be a Place of Comfort zone for everyone :) Please be respectful and kind with the others! PS: you can find us on the pool table area usually, if not just ask to the bar area for the reservation on the name "Claudio" A presto, bis bald Claudio Ich hoffe dass wir bald uns sehen!

**RSVP Available on luma:** https://luma.com/3aed7h1x Silent Reading Club is a group of book lovers who enjoy reading together in public. All books and all readers are welcome. There's no entrance fee, but please order at least one item from the cafe and don't bring any outside drinks :) No quizzes, no pressure, no assigned books - just a group of book-loving souls basking in the beauty of silent reading. **Our Agenda:** 10:30 am - 11:00 am - Arrivals, ordering drinks/food (social time) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - The Great Quiet Reading Hour (where silence is the star) 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm - Optional socializing, share your reading adventures, or just keep exploring the pages

**Please read the full description carefully to know what to expect. :)** Life gets heavy sometimes — and we believe no one should carry that weight alone. This discussion circle is a supportive space where we gather to speak openly about our struggles, mental health journeys, and personal challenges — without fear of judgment. Whether you’re facing anxiety, burnout, grief, or just feeling lost, this is a time for real talk, real people, and real healing. 
We’re not therapists or professionals — we’re humans navigating life, just like you. What we offer is empathy and understanding. 
What to expect:
• Respectful conversations
• Listening without pressure to fix
• Optional prompts to get things flowing
• A calm, welcoming environment 
Come as you are. You don’t need to have it all figured out. 
The event takes place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and is donation based :) ____________________________________________________ This is one of many sessions held by [Mental Health Peer Support](https://www.meetup.com/mental-health-peer-support-berlin/). https://www.meetup.com/mental-health-peer-support-berlin ____________________________________________________

Please Join Us For The Winter Session Of Family-to-Family Winter session of F2F dates are Feb 12 – Apr 3 [https://namifranklincounty.org/family-to-family/](https://namifranklincounty.org/family-to-family/).

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

This is an all inclusive event to inform, support and help bring special needs families and the community together. Come and enjoy family and sensory friendly: games, activities, snacks, free stuff and more! Meets the 2nd Saturday of each month. Located at Village Chapel - 30 Circleville Avenue, Ashville, OH 43103.

At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment. Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.