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Let’s kick back for a cozy evening of board games, drinks, and good company at Bastard Café—Copenhagen’s favorite spot for game lovers! Whether you’re fiercely competitive or just here for the vibes, this is a relaxed night to connect with fellow LGBTQ+ folks and allies over games, laughter, and casual drinks. No pressure, no expectations—just a safe, friendly space to unwind and meet new people. What to expect: • A huge selection of board games (from classics to quirky new ones) • Drinks, snacks, and a super chill atmosphere • A welcoming crowd—come solo or bring a friend • Open to all LGBTQ+ folks and allies New to board games? No worries! We’ll have easy games to jump into, and someone around to help explain the rules. **When:** 7:00 pm **Where:** Bastard Café, Rådhusstræde 13, 1466 København K https://maps.app.goo.gl/YCQgSidwJyVzwPQz7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy **Cost :** The table costs some money which we pay upfront so around ***55DKK*** per person for a drink and a seat at the table Come for the games, stay for the good vibes! PS: *If you’re new or coming alone, just drop a message—we’ll make sure to save you a seat. Contact +4591652695 on whatsapp for more details*

In English Friday 13th: 19:00-21:00 Saturday 14th: 16:00-18:00 Saturday 14th: 20:00-22:00 50-225 kr: [Tickets here](https://h2ocph.billetten.dk/index/eventdetails/eventno/143395) *Unhappily Ever After* is a Valentine's cabaret for anyone whose love story didn't quite make it into the fairy tale. Told with warmth, wit, and a healthy dose of self-awareness, the show explores the highs and lows of chasing a love story and asks the question: what if not getting the fairy tale is actually fine? Performed by an incredible cast of 15 professional, international singers, *Unhappily Ever After* is a true showcase of musical theatre talent. This is big voices, sharp storytelling, and embittered love ballads at their best, all delivered in an intimate cabaret setting. Featuring songs from *Waitress*, *Legally Blonde*, *Follies*, *The Last Five Years*, *A Chorus Line*, *Falsettos*, and many more, the show uses iconic musical numbers to help you celebrate Valentine's Day in a whole new way. Perfect for couples, friends, the happily single, the freshly heartbroken, or anyone who enjoys laughing at love while still believing in it (a little bit), *Unhappily Ever After* is a Valentine's show with heart, humour, and zero pressure to believe in happily ever after. Because sometimes, unhappily ever after is exactly where the good stuff starts. **Info om cast og produktion:** Host: Rachel Kador Dramaturg: Lasse Holmelund Jarbøl Producent: Maria Højrup Jørgensen Pianist: Ethan Nowack **Cast:** Anna Christine Bauer Clara Amalie Singerholm Christiansen Evan Kilgore Freya Uldal Jana María Guðmundsdóttir Jasper Thomas Kristen Flanagan Kristian Husted Melissa Bayern Olivia Jang Pablo Lara Rachel Kador Roger William Le Blanc Jr. Trine Marie Wisborg **About Cph Musicals:** CPH Musicals was founded in 2022 with the mission of promoting musical theatre and musicals in both Danish and English, so that more people can enjoy high-quality musical experiences. We aim to create a space on the Copenhagen theatre scene for smaller, more intimate, yet powerful and moving musical performances. We are an international company committed to creating diverse and representative performing arts. Over the years, we have collaborated with musicians, singers, and choreographers from countries including Norway, England, Belgium, Bosnia, the USA, Canada, South Korea, and Argentina. CPH Musicals embraces the cabaret format, where a host can guide the audience through a series of different acts, thereby creating an intimate space where we can come together around the music.

Hey Randoms, This is your chance to try sleeping outdoors in the cold season! 11 KM on Friday Night - night hiking is fun! 24 KM on Saturday. It's an after-work-on-a-Friday type of event, with a short hike 11 KM Friday night and around 24 KM on Saturday. We'll hit the start of the trail in Röstånga just after 18:00 and hike in the dark. A good light source is going to be **very** important here - please bring that. Headlamp recommended. As usual, you need to be self-supported: gear, nutrition, etc. And this time of year it's good to pay extra attention to the comfort temp rating of your sleeping bag and the R-Value of your sleeping pad. We'll pass by several water resupply options along the way, so you'll probably be OK with packing 2 liters of water, depending on personal preferences and needs. We may our may not find a shelter. It's not a sure thing, so please bring your tent, hammock, tarp - whichever you prefer. And it could be too wet for a campfire, so you probably don't want to rely too much on that for cooking. Saturday is a hike around Söderåsen National park, with some fun spots along the way, and we'll return to Röstånga mid to late afternoon - the trip back to CPH is around 2 hours. The weather this time of year can be a little rough, and it's usually wet and cold, so please make sure to dress accordingly and pack waterproof, especially your sleeping bag. Get your train/bus ticket from Skånetrafiken - they have a decent mobile app, recommended. Destination: Röstånga bus station.

**Join MEETUP on Friday, Feb 13 for Copenhagen Afterwork English Comedy Special at Knock Knock Comedy Club!** **SHOWTIME: 18,00 (the show ends around 19.30)** ***So come straight from the office, skip seeing the family & start the weekend early to enjoy some drinks & a lovely line-up of comedians entertaining you in English!*** **Fri, Feb 13** **Headliner Mark Maier (UK)** **Feature support: Isabel Arnold (Germany)** **Support: Oumer Teyeb (Ethiopia/Sweden), Nicolas Goertz (Denmark)** **& the lovely Adrian Mackinder (UK) is your MC host of the show!** **MEETUP MEMBERS INFO: THERE WILL BE A MEETUP MINGLE SIGN BEFORE THE SHOW TO MINGLE AROUND AND FIND EACH OTHER IN THE LOUNGE BAR BEFORE ENTERING THE COMEDY ROOM. ALSO NOTE: CLICKING AS ATTENDING HERE ON MEETUP DOES NOT EQUAL BEING ABLE TO SEE THE SHOW, YOU NEED A TICKET TOO. :) SEE TICKET LINK BELOW.** **Where**: Knock Knock Comedy Club, Vimmelskaftet 41, (Down the alley with 41 marked above it, on the STRØGET walking street between the Triumph clothing store and the Waffle place) THE SHOW IS FULLY IN ENGLISH Tickets: (price includes the billetto fee) Regular entry: 159 dkk JUST 70 SEATS IN TOTAL! BUY TICKETS VIA: **[https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343](https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343)** *IF THE SHOW SELLS OUT, THERE IS A CHANCE OF A FEW PEOPLE NOT TURNING UP, SO COME AROUND 10 MINUTES BEFORE SHOWTIME TO GRAB ANY DROP-IN TICKETS THAT MIGHT BECOME AVAILABLE - DOOR PRICE: 190 dkk* *Bar open from one hour before showtime - Come enjoy refreshing large beers and a selection of handcrafted mixed drinks from the nice-price comedy bar menu!* **Headliner bio, Fri, Feb 13** **Mark Maier (UK)** - Multi award winning writer and comedian Mark Maier, is a highly sought after performer on both the national and international comedy circuits. He has played Germany, Holland, Ireland, Hong Kong, Bahamas, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand – and has also appeared at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and Caroline’s in New York. Mark is the only British comedian to be invited to perform at the Kung Pao Kosher Comedy show in San Francisco in its 35 year history. Professional highlights include two series of ‘Trapped’ for BBC Radio 4 – a show both written and performed by Mark , ‘Inner Voices of Men’ an Alan Bennett style talking heads series for BBC R4 and ‘Object Lessons’ – the radio adaptation of his hit Edinburgh show. Mark’s many television appearances include Harry Hills TeaTime (SKY), Boy Meets Girl (BBC2) The Stand Up Show (BBC1), *“A multi-talented, mercurial comedian” – The Independent* *“It’s high time someone gave him a TV show of his own” The Guardian humorous takes on social situations.* **OTHER UPCOMING SHOWS** **Tickets also available via the same link:** **[https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343](https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343)** **Fri, March 13** \- Headliner Stephen Carlin \(Scotland\)\, support: Julian Oakes \(UK\)\, Kaspar Tingleff \(Denmark\) **Fri, April 10** \- Headliner David Tsonos \(Canada\)\, feature support: Sharon Em \(Ireland\)\, support: Sandrine Kincaid \(NZ/FRA\) **Fri, May 8** \- Headliner Sarah Roberts \(UK\)\, feature support: Brian O'Grady \(Ireland\)\, support: David Duff \(Ireland\)\, Joe Eagan \(Canada\) **Fri, June 5** \- Headliner Nigel Williams \(UK\)\, feature support: Henrik Elmér \(Sweden\)\, support: Eliano Nasr \(Lebanon\) *Each show has a fun mix of a pro headliner comedian flown in with support acts made up of stars of tomorrow, semi-pros, rookies & stars of yesterday :) + an MC host guiding you through the evening from Canada or the UK! 3-4 comics in total each date! Different line-ups each date!* ***:::::::::::::*** **BOOK COMEDIANS OR QUIZMASTERS FOR XMAS EVENTS/PARTIES!** -->You can book 1-3 comedians to perform Stand-up for 25 - 60 minutes. Or a quizmaster for a Quiz & Games lasting 1 - 2.5 hours as you compete in teams against colleagues to win prizes. Welcome to Joe Eagan Comedy Productions - providing entertainment solutions for corporate events/parties, conferences, kick-offs, weddings & more! see: [www.joestandup.com](www.joestandup.com/denmark) ***The club's history and motto:*** *Established in March of 2010 when we started doing shows at The Dubliner on Amagertorv, Copenhagen English Comedy Nights now calls the lovely Knock Knock Comedy Club its home. The shows are all about enjoying great stand-up comedy in English in a lovely setting great for meeting expats and internationally-minded social Danish natives! Who knows what'll happen! Each show has a fun mix of a pro headline comedian with support acts made up of stars of tomorrow, semi-pros, rookies & stars of yesterday :) + an MC host guiding you through the evening from Canada, USA, Ireland or the UK!*

**Join MEETUP on Friday, Feb 13 for Copenhagen Afterwork English Comedy Special at Knock Knock Comedy Club!** **SHOWTIME: 18,00 (the show ends around 19.30)** ***So come straight from the office, skip seeing the family & start the weekend early to enjoy some drinks & a lovely line-up of comedians entertaining you in English!*** **Fri, Feb 13** **Headliner Mark Maier (UK)** **Feature support: Isabel Arnold (Germany)** **Support: Oumer Teyeb (Ethiopia/Sweden), Nicolas Goertz (Denmark)** **& the lovely Adrian Mackinder (UK) is your MC host of the show!** **MEETUP MEMBERS INFO: THERE WILL BE A MEETUP MINGLE SIGN BEFORE THE SHOW TO MINGLE AROUND AND FIND EACH OTHER IN THE LOUNGE BAR BEFORE ENTERING THE COMEDY ROOM. ALSO NOTE: CLICKING AS ATTENDING HERE ON MEETUP DOES NOT EQUAL BEING ABLE TO SEE THE SHOW, YOU NEED A TICKET TOO. :) SEE TICKET LINK BELOW.** **Where**: Knock Knock Comedy Club, Vimmelskaftet 41, (Down the alley with 41 marked above it, on the STRØGET walking street between the Triumph clothing store and the Waffle place) THE SHOW IS FULLY IN ENGLISH Tickets: (price includes the billetto fee) Regular entry: 159 dkk JUST 70 SEATS IN TOTAL! BUY TICKETS VIA: **[https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343](https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343)** *IF THE SHOW SELLS OUT, THERE IS A CHANCE OF A FEW PEOPLE NOT TURNING UP, SO COME AROUND 10 MINUTES BEFORE SHOWTIME TO GRAB ANY DROP-IN TICKETS THAT MIGHT BECOME AVAILABLE - DOOR PRICE: 190 dkk* *Bar open from one hour before showtime - Come enjoy refreshing large beers and a selection of handcrafted mixed drinks from the nice-price comedy bar menu!* **Headliner bio, Fri, Feb 13** **Mark Maier (UK)** - Multi award winning writer and comedian Mark Maier, is a highly sought after performer on both the national and international comedy circuits. He has played Germany, Holland, Ireland, Hong Kong, Bahamas, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand – and has also appeared at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and Caroline’s in New York. Mark is the only British comedian to be invited to perform at the Kung Pao Kosher Comedy show in San Francisco in its 35 year history. Professional highlights include two series of ‘Trapped’ for BBC Radio 4 – a show both written and performed by Mark , ‘Inner Voices of Men’ an Alan Bennett style talking heads series for BBC R4 and ‘Object Lessons’ – the radio adaptation of his hit Edinburgh show. Mark’s many television appearances include Harry Hills TeaTime (SKY), Boy Meets Girl (BBC2) The Stand Up Show (BBC1), *“A multi-talented, mercurial comedian” – The Independent* *“It’s high time someone gave him a TV show of his own” The Guardian humorous takes on social situations.* **OTHER UPCOMING SHOWS** **Tickets also available via the same link:** **[https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343](https://billetto.dk/en/e/copenhagen-afterwork-english-comedy-specials-upcoming-shows-billetter-1511343)** **Fri, March 13** \- Headliner Stephen Carlin \(Scotland\)\, support: Julian Oakes \(UK\)\, Kaspar Tingleff \(Denmark\) **Fri, April 10** \- Headliner David Tsonos \(Canada\)\, feature support: Sharon Em \(Ireland\)\, support: Sandrine Kincaid \(NZ/FRA\) **Fri, May 8** \- Headliner Sarah Roberts \(UK\)\, feature support: Brian O'Grady \(Ireland\)\, support: David Duff \(Ireland\)\, Joe Eagan \(Canada\) **Fri, June 5** \- Headliner Nigel Williams \(UK\)\, feature support: Henrik Elmér \(Sweden\)\, support: Eliano Nasr \(Lebanon\) *Each show has a fun mix of a pro headliner comedian flown in with support acts made up of stars of tomorrow, semi-pros, rookies & stars of yesterday :) + an MC host guiding you through the evening from Canada or the UK! 3-4 comics in total each date! Different line-ups each date!* ***:::::::::::::*** **BOOK COMEDIANS OR QUIZMASTERS FOR XMAS EVENTS/PARTIES!** -->You can book 1-3 comedians to perform Stand-up for 25 - 60 minutes. Or a quizmaster for a Quiz & Games lasting 1 - 2.5 hours as you compete in teams against colleagues to win prizes. Welcome to Joe Eagan Comedy Productions - providing entertainment solutions for corporate events/parties, conferences, kick-offs, weddings & more! see: [www.joestandup.com](www.joestandup.com/denmark) ***The club's history and motto:*** *Established in March of 2010 when we started doing shows at The Dubliner on Amagertorv, Copenhagen English Comedy Nights now calls the lovely Knock Knock Comedy Club its home. The shows are all about enjoying great stand-up comedy in English in a lovely setting great for meeting expats and internationally-minded social Danish natives! Who knows what'll happen! Each show has a fun mix of a pro headline comedian with support acts made up of stars of tomorrow, semi-pros, rookies & stars of yesterday :) + an MC host guiding you through the evening from Canada, USA, Ireland or the UK!*

Hey all Im recreating this group again, lets meet at Paddys for drinks and meet people! Usually we end up going dancing elsewhere. Hope to see you :)

SIGN-UP here: https://forms.gle/D3NE3wcLoK76RkMRA FOOD: https://buy.stripe.com/eVqcN4eSz0YA5zicM71oI0a Welcome to the first EADK Meetup Day in 2026! Our pilot event in Nov was a massive success, so we're excited to do more of these in the year 🎉🌟 Expect a day of some talks, workshops, and time for talking/getting to know each other (& finish with dinner together)(you're welcome to come & leave anytime during the day) If you are new to the community, this is a great way to meet us! This one will be in Copenhagen again, but we are planning to also run these in Aarhus and Odense. Excited to have you :) Warm welcome to the Swedes/EA Sweden people too!

We're a group of writers that meets up every Sunday for a productive writing session. **Here's how the meetup works:** * We gather together, grab some fika, and then we write for an hour. * After the hour is up, we spend some time chatting, sharing ideas and thoughts on writing, and discussing the challenges we've come across. The goal is to **commit to working on your writing project for a set amount of time, all while** **connecting with other writers** and being motivated by the energy of creative minds working hard on their individual projects. You'll have the chance to share your work and receive valuable feedback (if you so wish) or simply enjoy the company of like-minded individuals. -- We're here, **same place, same time, every week.** So if you're feeling up to it, drop by and let's get writing!

Please Note: only registered guests will be allowed to attend our meetings. 🎤 Looking to overcome your fear of public speaking and gain confidence in your leadership abilities?\*\* Look no further than Frederiksberg Toastmasters, a chartered club of Toastmasters International - the leading non-profit organization in public speaking and leadership development. 🌟 Practice your public speaking, communication, and leadership skills in a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by experienced mentors and utilizing the Basecamp curriculum. 🌱 Develop your ability to persuade, gain stakeholder buy-in, and negotiate with ease through regular speeches, evaluations, and leadership opportunities. 🤝 As a member of Frederiksberg Toastmasters, you'll join a community of like-minded individuals working towards the same goal: to become world-class communicators and leaders. 🗓️ We invite you to join us at our weekly meetings, held every Saturday from 11:00 to 13:00. We start on time. 🔍 A typical Toastmasters meeting is run like this: [Watch Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=383gehepo8M) 📌 Meeting location: Please check our LinkedIn page: [Frederiksberg Toastmasters LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/frederiksberg-toastmasters) 😊 As a guest, you'll have the opportunity to observe and participate in our meetings (voluntarily). Note that you will not be forced to speak if you don't want to. Typically, there will be around 20-30 people. 🗣️ You will witness the power of superior communication manifesting in the form of inspiring oratory and elevated storytelling that underpins world-class leadership. ✍️ Step out of your comfort zone and become the best version of yourself 🚀 Frederiksberg Toastmasters \| Home of Leadership and Public Speaking Toastmasters \| Where Leaders are Made 📮 frederiksberg@toastmasters.dk 🌐 Facebook: [Frederiksberg Toastmasters Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/FrederiksbergTM) 🌐 LinkedIn: [Frederiksberg Toastmasters LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/frederiksberg-toastmasters)

Welcome to the Personal Growth BookClub Copenhagen! On the 14th February we will discuss the topic of **"Beyond Resiliency II: things that gain from disorder"** Main book **"Anti-fragile"** by Nassim Nicholas Taleb (available in English in Bog & Ide, etc.) You can find it in the public library [Bibliotek.dk](https://bibliotek.dk/materiale/antifragility_nassim-nicholas-taleb/work-of%3A870970-basis%3A29984158?type=bog&tid=PiTBU17651880405181686845417), [also here](http://bibliotek.dk/materiale/antifragile_nassim-nicholas-taleb/work-of%3A800010-katalog%3A99122538569405763?type=bog&tid=PiTBU17651880405191686845427) Summary: [Productivity game](https://youtu.be/oAJy45NWjmY?si=N9ciWRbQOsntk3CX) For the audiobook enthusiast: it is not in the catalogue of audible.co.uk but it is in the [audible.com](https://www.audible.com/es_US/pd/Antifragile-Audiolibro/B009PRJ6BS?srsltid=AfmBOoqW8nKqxuQ8HuYJUBPqHtFMBQZtyTCUOW3grYH_eer5TjlO20E6) (perhaps it is worth taking a 1month trial just to listen to it). Alternative book **"The Obstacle Is the Way:** **The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph"** By Ryan Holiday Audiobook available in Audible. Yes, this is the book for January. What can you expect from the **meetup**? * A safe space to discuss about the topic * A short summary of the book by one of the members (Agnes will do it this time) * A not-so-strict moderated discussion based on the book * Sometimes, short participative activities to activate the discussion or reach common grounds and conclusions. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Changes from October 2025: 1. Meetups are still based on topics but there will be a main book to lead the discussion. An optional book (often a more popular one) will also be suggested. 2. One member will make a short summary of the book to introduce the topic (and the book) 3. The moderator(s) will be chosen randomly from a pool of volunteers. 4. The book club accepts donations to afford the Meetup Fee. MobilePay: 8145PW. Donations are not mandatory and the quantity is free.

We will read the Philosopher together, the one with capital P, Aristotle himself. We go slowly through the Nicomachean Ethics and comment, interpret and discuss what we read. That is the simple plan, and it is likely to be enjoyable! This is the text: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QeXc6geLCrJvvVh6BdJrsPP6To6ywBYM/view?usp=sharing

**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/)

Hej! Copenhagen’s not just cozy — it’s cosmopolitan too. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join us](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HAJbRQkiuZKFtvdqBeVy4w)] Our Saturday 7:30 PM meetups gather 20–30-somethings who love international connections. Expect warm vibes, open minds, and a seat at the table for everyone. Come join the city’s most hyggeligt hangout. join us!!

As you may or may not know--I didn't until late last year--Aristotle wrote extensively on "friendship" in the Nicomachean Ethics. After 69 years the concept of friendship still creates questions and uncertainty. I had close friends in high school and for a few years after high school but our interests diverged and people moved all over the country so it was hard to maintain connections. * So if I/you haven't talked with a friend for several years, are you still friends? Are we friends who meet at Drunken Philosophy or Omnipresent Atheists? * Can you be friends with someone with whom you have virulently divergent political views? Sartre and Camus could not. * Aristotle regarded friendship as essential to a good life, not merely an added "bonus." Do you agree? * In the Nicomachean Ethics (Books VIII and IX), he claims that wealth and power are meaningless without friends. Trump has wealth and power but seems to have no real friends, but wealth and power seem meaningful to him in perverted ways. Can you have meaning in your life without friends? * Do men and women view and maintain friendships in different ways? * Aristotle categorizes friendship into three types, based on what forms the bond: * **Utility**: Based on mutual benefit, but this type is fragile and ends when the usefulness ceases. * **Pleasure**: Based on shared enjoyment (e.g., humor, hobbies). Common among youth but fades as interests change. * **Virtue (The "Complete" Friendship)**: Based on mutual respect for each other's character and goodness. You wish good for the other for their sake, not yours. * **Key Principles of "True" (Virtuous) Friendship:** * **Permanence**: Virtuous friendships last a lifetime whereas those based on utility and pleasure are fleeting. * **Reciprocity**: Requires mutual goodwill; secret or unreciprocated affection does not qualify. * **The "Second Self"**: A true friend is "another self"—their virtue helps you understand and improve yourself. * **Time and Intimacy**: Deep ("complete") friendships are few, built on time and shared experiences. * **Self-Love and Friendship:** * Good friendship starts with being a friend to yourself. * They distinguish shallow egoism (chasing honors) from real self-love (pursuing virtue). * A virtuous person’s pleasant self-company allows them to be a stable, good friend to others. * Aristotle argues that one's social circle ultimately reflects one's character—a view with striking relevance today. Well--the Drunken Philosophy social circle certainly reflects good character!

**\*\*\*\* More details and sign up at: https://aifalliance.org/summit-2026/ \*\*\*\*** **What is AI Freedom Alliance?** AI Freedom Alliance promotes the responsible growth of AI guided by practical, commonsense ethics. Our nonprofit is built by professionals from a wide range of industries and is made up entirely of small- and mediumbusiness representatives—never large tech companies. We provide a counterbalance to big corporate influence, focusing instead on how AI can benefit businesses and the world at large. **What’s Happening?** ***The inaugural AI Freedom Alliance Summit.*** This full-day event will explore how we can ensure AI is adopted responsibly through shared ethical standards that empower humanity. The summit will feature interactive and educational sessions led by thought leaders, technologists, policymakers, and advocates who are passionate about making AI fair, transparent, and beneficial for everyone. **Why Attend?** Learn about the legal and technical challenges with implementing AI solutions within your organization. Build better solutions while protecting your organization from legal and compliance risks. And learn how to think strategically about AI as a differentiation tool for your business. This summit is highly recommended for C-Suite leaders to learn as well as interact with each other and our sponsors.

**When:** Saturday\, February 21 \| 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM **Where:** [1124 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206](https://twodollarradiohq.com/about-us) Looking for a night of meaningful connection and great vegan food? Join us at [Two Dollar Radio Headquarters](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/11fkn49_yq&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgFEAI) for a special community gathering! **What’s on the menu?** While [2$R](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/11fkn49_yq&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgGEAI) typically serves a selection of [house-made sandwiches](https://twodollarradiohq.com/weekly-food) and vegan pastries, they are creating a **special menu** specifically for our event. You can also grab a coffee, tea, or a drink from their [full bar](https://twodollarradiohq.com/) of cocktails and beer. **The Main Event:** * **Play:** Bring a favorite game from home to share or dive into the ones available at the shop. * **Connect:** Meet new and old friends in a space that values independent culture and plant-based living. * **Support:** Help us champion a local, family-owned vegan business that doubles as a powerhouse [indie book publisher](https://twodollarradio.com/pages/headquarters). **Parking Instructions:** * **Street Parking:** There is free public street parking available on both sides of Parsons Avenue and on the surrounding residential side streets. * **Lot Parking:** The [Columbus Metropolitan Library](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/126262ks5&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgKEAM) lot (1113 Parsons Ave) is located directly across the street and is available for guest use **only after the library has closed**. On Saturdays, the lot is typically available starting at 6:00 PM. * **Bike Parking:** For those cycling, there is a bike rack conveniently located at the corner of Cline and Parsons.

Is doing good really its own reward? To look around the world and see wrongdoing, injustice, and seemingly-gotten-away-with crime, people have often wondered whether or not it is "worth it" to do the right thing. These are not new questions--going back at least 3,000 years, human beings have wrestled with such questions, and the Psalmist, ca. 1,000 BC, sought such answers as well. He came to the conclusion that there was, indeed, an answer, and one that brought hope: God sees, God knows, and God will not allow evil to triumph, nor will He allow the wicked to escape justice. In addition to God's justice, He also promises mercy and blessing to those who humble themselves and follow Him. Psalm 1 and 2 address the underlying concerns of both of these questions--will wrong one day be righted, and is it worth it to do right, in spite of so much evil--with a resounding, "Yes, indeed!" Doing rightly is always good and *will* be blessed. Doing wrongly is always wrong, and those who think they have "gotten away with it" will one day understand the truth: God will not be mocked, and justice *will* prevail. Come join us, **6:30 pm, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at True Food Kitchen, Easton Town Center**, and be encouraged by ancient truth that is still vitally essential today! Get your tickets on [EventBrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/columbus-a-study-in-psalms-psalm-1-and-2-tickets-1982202015588)! Connect with us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/events/1409497500869578)!

How do we recover from having had a toxic or narcissistic ex? How do we move on from the past, especially something as traumatic as a divorce or breakup? How do we avoid anxiety and depression? How do we have more self esteem? In this meeting, you will learn the mental health secrets to help you quickly get over the past and heal your mind. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.

Join us on February 14th from 2–5 PM for a cozy and fun Valentine’s Day gathering! Start by grabbing lunch at **Portia’s Café**, then head next door to **The Cozy** for crafts, activities, and a relaxed space to celebrate the day together. **Date:** February 14 **Time:** 2:00–5:00 PM **Location:** The Cozy (next to Portia’s Café)

Evolve exists to connect women entrepreneurs connect with one another, serve one another, and help one another overcome challenges in marketing, sales, networking, and professional development. [Add to Calendar](evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com) What to Expect: \~ Welcome team to greet you, introduce you to others, and make sure you feel a part of the group from your very first meeting \~ Welcome & Introductions: 15 second introductions \~ 15 Minute Speaker Spotlight: Member speaker who shares a bit of her story, how she got to doing what she does, and a tangible tip she uses to gain success in her business. No hard selling...no expectations. Simply giving the group an opportunity to get to know her and her journey. \~ 20 Minute Break Out Sessions: Small groups is where we connect best. Extroverted and Introverted alike get the opportunity to share on a deeper level and learn from one another. \~ Take Aways: Hear what the other groups talked about and share resources to grow yourself and your business \~ Grow Time!: Do you need a specific connection to a person, company, or industry? Share it with us! We love to open our networks to one another and grow together! Guests are always welcome. Please contact Mentor Director Donna Schomer at Donna@EvolveWomensNetwork.com for more information. We'd love to meet you!