Family Estrangement

A new home is always an adventure, with new sights to see, people to meet, and experiences to have. The people you leave behind, the loneliness you experience, and the fear of the unknown can change our experiences which can feel difficult. While you settle into expat life as a wide-eyed explorer or a seasoned expat, there are some factors that influence expat health and wellness. Have you felt lonely? Have you had worries about loved ones far away? Have you experienced worries related to future finances? Have you felt a lack of support systems? Have you felt a shift in your identity? Have you experienced difficulty dealing with your emotions in challenging times? Join our 4-part series to GROW as a expat. restarting this Monday, 30th January, 2023 G - gather supportive resources R - reflect on your expat self O - organise future finances W - work a balance in life This is a place for people to learn, grow, and support one another. We encounter challenges, frustrations, and restrictions due to our international residence. Managing these by yourself can be challenging. You can feel less alone in this process by joining this workshop. You can learn to offer and accept help while also learning new coping mechanisms. This workshop is for persons who, along with their suitcases full of hopes, carry around tiny bags of uneasy emotions while living abroad. The group is low-cost to make it affordable for more people. 100QAR to be payed at the venue. Including coffee and dessert. Rsvp closes 24 hours before. Please send your name, and your guests, email address, phone number so I may contact you if any changes on the day. trish@fmwc.qa What'sapp 66523382

📖 كتابنا لشهر يناير: ✨أنا قبل كل شيء - الجوهرة الرمال ✨ 👩‍💻نبذة عن الكتاب: ‏ رواية أنا قبل كل شيء تحكي قصة وَرد، فتاة تفقد بصرها بعد حادث مروري، لكنها تتعلم كيف تواجه الحياة بثقة وأمل. نتابع رحلتها في اكتشاف قوتها الداخلية وإعادة بناء نفسها، وصولًا إلى مفاجأة تمنحها القدرة على رؤية العالم من جديد، وتذكّرنا دائمًا بأن النهاية أحيانًا تكون بداية أجمل. المعلومات : 📖 الكتاب: أنا قبل كل شيء - الجوهرة الرمال 🗓️ اليوم: الإثنين، ٥ يناير ⏰ الساعة: ٦:٠٠ مساءً 📍المكان: كافيه ٩٩٩ انضمي إلينا في هذه الجلسة المشوّقة، وشاركينا صوتك وأفكارك، فمعًا نصنع حوارًا يترك أثرًا ويضيف معنى 🫂💫💖 حسابنا على إنستغرام @she.reads.qa

Hello Travellers! 🛋️🌍 You’re invited to the first travel meeting of 2026. Couchsurfing Doha community meetup, open to locals and travelers visiting Doha! 📅 Date: 5th Jan 2026 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM on wards 📍 Location: Artist Cafe - at Ezdan Hotel West Bay 🚇 Access: A short walk from West Bay metro station 🗺 Google Maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/7kaAHsevLMdrypt5A?g_st=ipc](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7kaAHsevLMdrypt5A?g_st=ipc) 👀 How to find us: Just walk in and look for a group chatting in English! that’s us! 😉 ✨ What to bring: Good vibes only 😎💙

I'll present some landmark greedy algorithms for famous problems like set cover and knapsack. I'll also open the discussion to any one or more people who want to present their problems or discuss topics to be covered in the future.

Join us on a vibrant and an exciting evening to witness club members compete with each other in two categories, Table Topics (Impromptu Speaking) and International (Prepared speech which is inspirational by nature) as they go toe to toe with each other in their quest to rise to the top. Guests need not bring anything in particular, simply arrive on time before the Contest commences at 6.30 P.M.

Hi girlies 💕 Let's meet for a relaxed coffee catchup at LaPrem Coffee, Lusail. This is a casual girls-only hangout to chat, unwind, and meet new faces in a comfortable, friendly space.

♟️ Chess Lovers – Casual Social Chess Night Looking for a fun and relaxed way to enjoy chess and meet new people in Doha? Join Chess Lovers for a social chess night where the focus is on good games, good vibes, and great conversations. This meetup is perfect for anyone who enjoys chess — whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been playing for years. Expect casual over-the-board games, friendly matches, and a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable joining in. What to expect: ♟️ Casual and friendly chess games 🤝 A relaxed, social, and respectful environment 🧠 Opportunities to learn, practice, and improve 🌍 Meet chess lovers from different backgrounds No pressure, no ratings, and no strict competition — just enjoyable chess and great company. 📍 Meeting Point: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – Burj Al Mana, Corniche, Doha. Please arrive a few minutes early and feel free to message the host if you need help finding the table. Please note: As a courtesy to the venue, each participant is kindly asked to order at least one coffee or tea ☕♟️ Looking forward to seeing you there!

On a list of "My Favorite Things", few people would put a "break up" in their top ten. More often, these words evoke feelings of shame, embarrassment, poor choices, and bad or sad endings. Before the new and beautiful can be built, the old, broken, and unnecessary must be cleared away. This process can be painful, but it is good, needful, and can produce wonderful results when done wisely and well. How does one break free from anxiety, comparison, or shame? Christian Bevere points people to the freedom God desires for His children, as well as giving practical ideas on how to shed both unhealthy baggage and the lies that seek to leave us anchored to past failure. Drawing from the Bible, ***Break Up With What Broke You*** clearly shows that what Satan would seek to use for evil, God uses for good and to accomplish His purposes. Join us **Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 6:30 pm**, when we gather at **Panera Bread, 300 West Lane Avenue, Columbus, across from St. John Arena**. We'd love to see you there! Get your tickets on EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/break-up-with-what-broke-you-tickets-1970803869426 Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/3496806620469488

Our January program is privileged to have Kristen Tregar as our speaker. Ms. Tregar is the co-author with John de Lancie (the actor who portrayed the character Q on Star Trek next generation) of a radio play depicting the events surrounding the Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District trial. The trial decided the issue of some of the Dover school district board members attempting to insert creationism disguised as "intelligent design" into the 9th grade biology curriculum. She will discuss the trial and the process of writing the play. (Bob Leonhard has seen the play and it is riveting and tense). Ms. Tregar's bio is below: Kristen Tregar is a dramaturg, director, playwright, and theatre teacher. She earned her Ph.D. in Drama and Theatre from the UC San Diego and UC Irvine joint program. In addition, she has a MS in Forensic Science from City University of New York- John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a MA in Educational Theatre from New York University- Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. In 2013, in collaboration with Irish colleagues, she founded *The Ireland Project*, an intercontinental devised theatre work with high school students in New York and Tallaght, Ireland. Her original short story "Far From Here" was recently published in *Stay Awhile Longer: More Scenes From Temecula Valley*. She has two rescued dogs (Kira and Harry) and she rides, competes, and foxhunts with her horses, Andromache and Baker Street Irregular. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

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.

Communication is everything in life. You are only as successful as your ability to communicate! \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

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.