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Creative Meetups
**About the Event**
You are invited to join **a group of creative individuals** to meet and discuss ongoing projects and work together in a cozy and creative space!
We will meet to create artistic works, whether your passion lies with watercolors, cross-stitching, photography, drawing, etc. this meetup is for you. It is a place where you can exchange advice, learn new techniques, chat about your creative passion, or simply sit with others and practice your art. Make sure to bring your own materials.
The goal of this meetup is to establish a solid community of internationals and locals in Leuven who are inspired by different arts.
Everyone is welcome to join, whether international or local! The **common language** of the group will be **English** , but you are of course welcome to speak whatever contact language you like with others! Experience has taught us that crafts are a universal language.
Registration is not required, but you can let us know you are coming via[ ](https://www.meetup.com/internationals-and-expats-in-leuven/events/305224373/?slug=internationals-and-expats-in-leuven&isFirstPublish=true)Meetup.
**When**
Second Wednesday of the month from 19:00-21:00
**Where**
Wereldcafe or the International House Leuven
Check the event page for location updates!
**Price**
No registrations are required for this event and it is free to join! When the event takes place at a cafe, we ask that you purchase at least one drink.
When the event takes place at the International House Leuven, no drink purchase is required.
Korean-English Exchange & Soju in Bruxelles
Join us every Wednesday for an authentic Korean experience in the heart of Brussels! đ°đ·âš
Letâs share Soju, delicious Korean food, fun karaoke sessions, and plenty of good vibes. Donât miss our photo booth moments and the chance to meet amazing new people from all over the world!
đ Free entry, just order at least one drink to support the venue.
đ Gyosang, Rue Sainte-Catherine 8, Brussels
đą Every Wednesday, 7:30 PM â 9:30 PM
Come for the language exchange, stay for the laughter, food, and Soju! đ¶đ€
Card games night
Welcome to our card games night. We will play on Wednesday from 19h-21h at CHEZWaWa ChĂątelain, a small restaurant.
The address is Rue Américaine 91, 1050 Brussels. (Be careful, there also is another CHEZWaWa restaurant.) Please arrive on time.
Feel free to call Bruno if you need directions or have questions at +32 485 298 713.
We'll bring a selection of games, and you are welcome to bring any of your own.
The restaurant serves delicious Mexican-Californian food you might wanna try. It will be available until 20h30.
Our group gets a 10% discount on food. We encourage you to have at least a drink, it helps to keep the business running ;)
If you like, you can also come a bit earlier for a chat or a snack. We'll be there from 18h30.
Katja and Bruno
Touch rugby Ă Watermael-Boitsfort
Rejoins-nous pour dĂ©couvrir le Touch Rugby sous le signe du sport, du fun et de la convivialitĂ© ! đ
Que tu sois dĂ©butant·e curieux·se, joueur·se occasionnel·le ou habitué·e des terrains, ce rendez-vous est ouvert Ă toutes et tous. Le touch rugby est un sport en plein essor sans plaquage, accessible, dynamique mais aussi inclusif et fun sur et en dehors des terrains. đ
âš Au programme :
* Ăchauffement collectif
* Exercices et jeux
* Développement de la condition physique
* Bonne humeur, esprit dâĂ©quipe et fair-play
đŻ Venez bouger, vous amuser et partager un bon moment ensemble !
đ RamĂšne ta tenue de sport, de lâeau, et surtout ta motivation.
On sâoccupe du reste đȘ
Ă trĂšs vite sur le terrain !
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, ForrĂł, African Dance Classes/Cours
EN (FR en bas):
We're still accepting people in our classes. Join us!â
-step 1: Book here! -> [https://www.danceproject.be/reservations.html](https://www.danceproject.be/reservations.html)
-step 2: Show up!
Schedule:
[Monday to Thursday](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#schedule)
Fees :
[All info on trials, packs, subscriptions here](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#fees)
Locations:
-Rue Brialmont 7, Brussels
Metro/Tram: Botanique
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, ForrĂł Intro - 1:
From base to the dancefloor!
When you come for the first time we go over the base & rhythm with you. Then you are included in the group and everybody learns the same new steps for which you just need the base.
Practice makes perfect: just relax and enjoy Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop and/or ForrĂł!
Our group is very welcoming and looking forward to meet new dancers!
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, ForrĂł Roots I - 2:
Ready to go deeper on Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop &/or ForrĂł? Let's go!
[https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#improvers](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#improvers)
Salsa, ForrĂł Roots II - 3:
Looking for #SalsaChallenge? Already familiar with ForrĂł Root? We've got your back!
[https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#intermediates](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#intermediates)
More info:
-Web: [https://www.danceproject.be](https://www.danceproject.be)
-Whatsapp: +32 493 16 41 10
-Mail: brussels.salsa.project@gmail.com
-[Facebook](https://facebook.com/brussels.salsa.project)
-[Instagram](https://instagram.com/brussels.salsa.project)
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FR:
Nous acceptons encore de nouvelles personnes dans nos cours. Rejoins-nous !
-1Úre pas : Fait ta réservation ! -> [https://www.danceproject.be/reservation.html](https://www.danceproject.be/reservation.html)
-2Ăšme pas : Vient danser !
Horaire :
[lundi Ă jeudi](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#horaire)
Les prix :
[Toutes les infos sur les essais, packs, abonnements ici](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#prix)
Endroits :
-Rue Brialmont 7, Bruxelles
Metro/Tram: Botanique
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, ForrĂł Intro - 1 :
De la base Ă la piste de danse !
Lorsque tu nous rejoins on voit la base et le rythme avec toi. Ensuite, tu es inclus dans le groupe et tout le monde apprend les mĂȘmes pas pour lesquelles tu as juste besoin de la base.
C'est en forgeant qu'on devient forgeron : détend-toi et profite la Salsa, de la Bachata, du Lindy Hop et/ou du Forró !
Notre groupe est trĂšs accueillant et a hĂąte de rencontrer de nouveaux danseurs !
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, ForrĂł Roots I - 2 :
PrĂȘt Ă approfondir la Salsa, la Bachata, le Lindy Hop &/ou le ForrĂł ? Allons-y!
[https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#inities](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#inities)
Salsa, ForrĂł Roots II - 3 :
Tu cherches #DefiSalsa ? Tu connais déjà Forró Roots ? Nous sommes là pour toi !
[https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#intermediaires](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#intermediaires)
Plus dâinfo:
-Web: [https://www.danceproject.be/fr.html](https://www.danceproject.be/fr.html)
-Whatsapp: +32 493 16 41 10
-Mail: brussels.salsa.project@gmail.com
-[Facebook](https://facebook.com/brussels.salsa.project)
-[Instagram](https://instagram.com/brussels.salsa.project)
Geopolitics/GĂ©opolitique/ÚŰŠÙÙŸÙÛŰȘÛÚ©/ĐĐ”ĐŸĐżĐŸĐ»ĐžŃĐžĐșа/ŚŚŚŚ€ŚŚŚŚŚŚ§Ś
This is a **recurring weekly gathering** of open-minded people who want to understand geopolitics **without confirmation bias**.
We are not here to repeat talking points, defend camps, or feel morally validated.
We are here to **listen, compare perspectives, and learn** â especially from people who come from, live in, or are directly affected by the regions being discussed.
Each week, we look at **current and long-term geopolitical issues**, including conflicts rarely covered or oversimplified by Western media.
**Topics We Cover**
Our discussions focus on **current and long-term geopolitical issues**, including conflicts rarely covered or oversimplified by Western media, sovereignty, and reality as it is, not as it is marketed. We approach geopolitics and society from a realist, sovereignty-first perspective, skeptical of globalist ideology and media **groupthink**. The aim is to understand interests, incentives, history, law, and consequences â not to rehearse fashionable outrage.
**Examples of topics we regularly examine include:**
**1\. Venezuela & Cuba**
Sanctions, regime survival, sovereignty, and how U.S. policy, energy interests, and regional power dynamics shape outcomes in Latin America â beyond Cold War clichĂ©s.
**2\. Ukraine\, Cyprus & European Borders**
Frozen conflicts, divided territories, and how international law is selectively applied when sovereignty clashes with strategic interests.
**3\. Iran\, Gaza\, Syria & Lebanon**
The Middle East beyond slogans: proxy wars, regional balances, sectarian fault lines, sanctions, militias, state collapse, and why Western media framing often obscures long-term realities.
**4\. Congo \(DRC\) & Resource Wars**
How minerals, supply chains, and foreign interests fuel instability in Africa â and why some of the deadliest conflicts on earth barely make the news.
**5\. Taiwan\, Greenland & Strategic Geography**
Why islands, trade routes, chokepoints, and remote territories matter enormously in a multipolar world â and how geography shapes power more than ideology ever will.
**What Makes This Different**
â We prioritize **voices from affected regions**: Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia
â We examine **what Western media doesnât tell, doesnât show, or doesnât contextualize**
â We welcome **new ideas, uncomfortable facts, and disagreement**
â We focus on power, interests, culture, history, economics â not slogans
**This is not a safe space for ideology.**
**It *is* a safe space for honest thinking.**
In Brussels, there are already debate initiatives that offer structured discussions. Too often, however, a small circle curates skewed propositions and narrows the range of acceptable conclusions, turning moderation into gatekeeping .
There are also plenty of spaces dedicated to repeating anti-American slogans or reducing complex geopolitics to partisan outrage. This forum is not one of them.
Our approach is different. **We welcome genuine diversity of opinion and lived experience.** No one here will be cancelled, banned, or shamed for challenging dominant narratives. Ideas are debated openly; personal attacks and defamation are not tolerated.
**Motions & Proposals Welcome**
We actively encourage participants to propose motions for debate.
If you suggest a motion, please do so with substance: a clear claim, basic historical or legal grounding, and an understanding of the stakes involved. Motions designed to provoke thinking are welcome; motions designed to score points or repeat media talking points are not.
**Languages**
The language of discussion will depend on the participants present.
Debates are typically held in English and French, but we are comfortable switching or accommodating other languages when the moderation team can support it.
Languages we can currently handle include:
â English
â French
â Dutch
â Spanish
â Italian
â Russian
â Farsi
The goal is understanding, not linguistic purity. When needed, participants may clarify or translate key points to ensure everyone can follow the discussion.
If you speak more than one language, thatâs an asset here
### **What We Ask of Participants**
â Come to understand, not to perform or âwinâ
â Be genuinely open to **new ideas and perspectives**, especially those that challenge your own
â Speak from **knowledge**, not slogans â history, law, and context matter
â If you bring a topic, come prepared: facts, timelines, sources, and legal or historical grounding are encouraged
â Argue **ideas**, never individuals
â No censorship of viewpoints
â No personal attacks
â No defamation or accusations against individuals
**Strong disagreement is not only accepted â it is expected.**
**Intellectual laziness is not.**
**This is not a dating meetup.**
Not every social space exists for flirting, hitting on people, or testing romantic opportunities.
Anyone who treats this forum as a dating pool, approaches others with unwanted advances, or assumes participation implies romantic availability is misunderstanding the purpose of this group.
Conversation comes first. Ideas come first. Respect comes first.
If you are here primarily to date, pursue, or pressure others, this is not the right space for you.
Boundaries are enforced. Discomfort is taken seriously.
**Those who ignore this will be immediately asked to leave.**
**Location & RSVP**
The event will take place in Ixelles, in a public bar.
To keep the discussion safe, focused, and accountable, the exact venue will be shared only with confirmed RSVPs via our WhatsApp chat.
Depending on the final size of the group, we have several appropriate and secure venue options in the area.
This allows us to:
â Adapt the venue to the group size
â Avoid disruptive or bad-faith behavior common to fully open meetups
â Prevent meetup creeps and repeat offenders
â Ensure everyone present respects the rules of conduct
đ To RSVP and receive the location:
**https://chat.whatsapp.com/LX7UkWGZ3UdLQWLBvNdezN**
The goal is not exclusivity, but accountability and quality of discussion.
If this format doesnât suit you, this event may not be the right fit.
Expat Filipino Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
đEuroMeet: Connecting with International Friends in Brussels Every Fridayđ»đ
âš **Meet new people in Brussels in a friendly, relaxed and international atmosphere.** The ambience is relatively quiet, calm and sober for easy-going casual conversation, with no chaos and loud party music in the background!
đ» Large selection of **drinks and food** available
đ **Internationals, expats & locals** welcome
đȘ Organized weekly **since early 2025**
đšâđ©âđ§âđ§ **Over 10,000 members** **overall in our multicultural and diverse Brussels community!** Many of our participants work in EU institutions, NGOs, tech and international organizations. The event was also covered in a recent article from Brussels Times: [https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network](https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network)
đ Our events usually attract **30â40 attendees each week**, with an age average of around 35 years old (the event announcement is relayed across multiple social media, not just on this page). Many participants come with friends or colleagues, so feel free to bring someone along!
đ© Our events usually also attract a **balanced mix of men and women**, and many participants attend solo for the first time. The organizer and host of the event will help introduce you to other participants, in case you don't know anyone else yet when you first arrive at the event. Our events remain a relaxed international social meetup experience focused on friendship, conversation and community â not a dating event.
đ©· **Safe, respectful environment, and zero tolerance for any harassment!** The organizer is always present all evening in case of problems. You can also leave any anonymous feedback about the event here under this form: [https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form](https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form)
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Looking to meet new people and expand your social circle in Brussels, as well as your network of professional contacts? Join us **every Friday evening anytime from 18:30** **and until at least 23h** **at** **the** **âQuartier Leopoldâ** **brasserie**, in the heart of the famous Place du Luxembourg in front of the European Parliament, for a fun, relaxed night of **drinks, food, spontaneous conversations, and great vibes**! đ
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đ **Location**: âQuartier Leopoldâ brasserie, Pl. du Luxembourg 9, 1050 Ixelles
đ **Google Maps**: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8) (don't worry if you see the bar marked as "closed" on Google Maps for the Friday nights, they will always be open for us!)
**đ Website of the venue**: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en)
đž **Pictures gallery from previous events:** [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing)
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âš **Why youâll love it**:
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**Everyone is welcome**, even if you donât know anyone else yetâexpats, locals, newcomers, solo adventurers, or groups!
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**Best time for newcomers:** 18:30â19:30, when itâs easier to meet people.
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Completely **free to attend**âjust grab a drink and join the fun! Please ask the bartenders when you arrive if unsure where to find our meetup group and tables
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Possibility to make also useful **professional exchanges and networking** with other participants who work in similar domains, so remember to bring also your business card!
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Tons of **indoor and outdoor space available**âthe square in front of the bar is quite pedestrian-friendly, and we have a private large room reserved entirely for the Meetup participants at the back of the bar!
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Possibility to have **dinner at the brasserie** during the meetup (until 22h), thanks to its comprehensive selection of dishes available in the menu: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0)
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**Want to keep the night going?** After the meetup, we often continue as a group to explore nightlife hotspots in the city center.
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đŹ **Stay connected with our Community**:
â¶ïž Join our **Facebook/Messenger chat** to get updates and easily find the group on arrival:[ ](https://m.me/ch/Abaqvj9lxNT3_xh7/)[https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/](https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/)
â¶ïž Otherwise, if you prefer to use **WhatsApp**, please join this other group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0)
â¶ïž We are also active on **Telegram**: [https://t.me/euromeet_meetup](https://t.me/euromeet_meetup)
â¶ïž And donât forget to join our **EuroMeet Facebook group** for many more social events in Brussels: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet](https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet)
â¶ïž Finally, we also manage a **professional networking group on LinkedIn** as well, for more easily retrieving each other's LinkedIn profiles and identifying people who also work in similar domains: [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/)
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Come alone or bring a friendâeither way, youâll leave with **new friends, great memories, and maybe even some ideas on how to develop further your professional career!** See you this Friday! đ»âšđ
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đ§ **Got questions or comments?** Reach out to the **organizer Gabriele**: gabriele.mogni@gmail.com
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**Our community values respect and inclusiveness**. If you ever feel uncomfortable, the organizer is present all evening to help.
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đ Please **RSVP on Meetup** if you would like to attend our next event, so that we can plan accordingly.
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#EuroMeet #BrusselsMeetup #MeetupBrussels #BrusselsSocial #BrusselsEvents #BrusselsLife #FridayVibes #AfterworkBrussels #PlaceLuxembourg #EUQuarter #ExpatsInBrussels #ExpatLifeBrussels #InternationalBrussels #BrusselsExpats #MeetNewPeople #MakeNewFriends #InternationalFriends #SocialInBrussels #BrusselsAfterwork #BrusselsNightlife #ThingsToDoBrussels #BrusselsCommunity #FridayInBrussels #BrusselsDrinks #YoungProfessionalsBrussels
Fast Friending: Real Connections! (21-40/Bring a Lady FREE)
Has it been just you and your phone lately? Itâs easy to feel connected yet still feel alone. Digital interactions canât replace the warmth of eye contact, real laughter, and meaningful conversations. True connection happens when we step away from our screens and show up as ourselves â present, open, and engaged.
At Fast Friending, we create spaces where real relationships begin. - just genuine conversations and shared moments. Because nothing compares to meeting face-to-face, discovering common ground, and walking away with a connection that truly feels real.
**You will need to buy a ticket for attending -**
[https://brussels21stmarch.eventbrite.co.uk](https://brussels21stmarch.eventbrite.co.uk)
\*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
TICKETS:-
Early Bird - âŹ5 per person
Regular Ticket - âŹ10 per person
Cash at Meetup - If you do not purchase tickets in advance then you can pay âŹ15 cash to your host Katrin when you meet her at the event.
\- We will meet at 7\.00 pm when you will be welcomed by your host Katrin She will manage the evening and also help you make connections\.
If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Tanya will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside.
\- From 7\.30 to 8\.30 pm\, we will start 'Fast Friending' where our host will ask you to speak to a different attendee every 3 minutes\. You will be able to meet lots of ladies and gentlemen and not be limited to only those sitting or standing next you\.
\- After 8\.30 pm you will have time to interact with those you have met as well as others\.
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 40 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\.
\- We are not a 'dating' group\. We are focused on helping ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. You will generally find a good gender balance \(maybe not perfect\) at all our events\.
Why do we have tickets?
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
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ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)-
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
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You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas.
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**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.**
Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing)
How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)
How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI)
Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8)
Member feedback -[ https://youtu.be/zHOPHMg_7es?si=kK2A-MjisVue-jdw](https://youtu.be/zHOPHMg_7es?si=kK2A-MjisVue-jdw)
Social Friday's Dinner
# đ **Social Friday â Pizza Night**
Looking to meet new people in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere?
This Friday, weâve **booked a restaurant exclusively for our group**, so we can enjoy our own space to eat, chat, and connect.
They serve **really good pizza and sandwiches**, and the prices are **very reasonable**.
Whether youâre new in Brussels or just want to expand your circle, youâre welcome to join. **đ**
đł **Important**
âïž Free entrance
âïž One consumption (food or drink) is required
Parent Meetup at Cafe Van de Velde
Are you a parent living in the Leuven area wanting to connect with other parents? This event is made for you!
Join one of our volunteers, Jasmina, Lexi and/or Martina for a coffee at the cafe in the Library, kids and partners welcome! The group will meet at 10:00 and will try to find a cozy place to sit together.
We will keep everyone updated on the day of via a whatsapp group, which we will share prior to the event.
Cinema Galeries : La Plaga
**Cinema Galeries : La Plaga**
12/03 @ 19h00
[...]
The film is a combination of fiction and reality, which deals with the impact of the economic crisis. âLa Plagaâ tells the story of five different characters living in the suburban area of Barcelona that are all hit by the consequences of the economic crisis. For more than four years BallĂșs worked together with these characters with the aim of showing their fight for survival in times of economic depression. For that reason, she has painted a portrait of the lives of five people living on the outskirts of a city, fields, streets or industrial parks. The movie tells the story of five apparently independent people, who end up connected to each other. Iurie, a Moldavian wrestler, works for the farmer RaĂŒl, who has big crop failures because of a plague of insects. The third is his neighbour Maria, who has to move to a retirement home, because of health problems. There she gets to know the Filipino elderly care nurse Rosemarie, who walks a cart-track every day to come to work where she always passes Maribel on a beach chair. Maribel tries to earn her living as a prostitute so she and her unemployed son can get by.
BallĂșs explains that the film is based on true life stories, real emotions, situations and genuine characters. However nevertheless the director points out that âLa Plaga is more of a composition than truth. The word documentary has high brow connotations, but it means not being manipulated or constructed. But for me everything in a film is constructed and manipulated, so it is more a film than a documentary.â BallĂșsâ movie wants to reflect the current critical situation in Catalonia, Spain and Europe. âWe are all living in a situation of uncertainty about the future, a feeling of being lost in the system and excluded by politicians.â The film shows the difficult and unfortunate situation of five different people, but despite lifeâs hardships how they can handle their daily life and this is a big strength. Thatâs why BallĂșs wanted to present her story in this film, because these characters are real heroes of everyday life.
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[Cinema Galeries](https://galeries.be/fr/lheure-dhiver-2026-la-plaga/)
[Karina Reinhard, for the AgĂšncia Catalana de NotĂcies](https://www.catalannews.com/culture/item/catalan-film-director-neus-ballus-presents-la-plaga-at-the-berlin-international-film-festival)
**For Dreamers, Coffee shots, Orezza, eau de Saint-Georges !**
Conversazione in italiano @ Poppy's - Vicino parvis st gilles
Ciao a tutti!
Ci ritroviamo ogni venerdĂŹ dalle 18:00 per un bicchiere (si puĂČ anche mangiare) da Poppy's Bar, che si trova a 2 minuti di camminata da Parvis St Gilles. Un tavolo per 20 persone Ăš riservato sotto il nome di Salvatore. Dunque, se non ci sono o se sarĂČ in ritardo, potrete chiedere al barista. Ă un incontro informale, perchĂ© non Ăš un evento strutturato, ma piuttosto un gruppo di persone che si riuniscono per parlare e praticare l'italiano.
Anche i nativi italiani sono benvenuti :) Tutto ciĂČ che serve Ăš un sorriso â e puoi anche portare un amico!
đ **Importante:**
* Ă obbligatorio essere iscritti allâevento su Meetup per partecipare.
Lâiscrizione Ăš importante per gli organizzatori, perchĂ© permette di conoscere il numero dei partecipanti e di garantire la sicurezza e il benessere di tutti i presenti.
* Se cambiano le vostre circostanze e non potete piĂč venire, annullate la vostra partecipazione per lasciare posto ad altri.
* Vi chiediamo di assicuravi di pagare i vostri consumi, per evitare che gli organizatori saranno rimasti a pagare per gli altri.
* Si prega di non parlare di politica cosi ci godiama la serata in tranquilita, di rispettare tutti i partecipanti e di non trattare lâincontro come un appuntamento romantici o intimo: lâobiettivo Ăš semplicemente praticare e migliorare lâitaliano in un ambiente piacevole e rilassato.
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FR - Table de conversation en italien chaque vendredi de 18h00 Ă 22h00 au bar Poppy's, Ă deux minutes Ă pied du Parvis St-Gilles" (adresse : rue de Moscou 11, 1060 Saint-Gilles)
NL - Praattafel in het Italiaans elke vrijdag van 18.00 tot 22.00 uur in de Poppys bar, op twee minuten lopen van Sint-Gillisvoorplein (adres: 11 Moskoustraat, 1060 Sint-Gillis)
EN - Conversation table in Italian every Friday from 18:00 till 22:00 at Poppy's, 2 minutes walk from tram stop Parvis Saint-Gilles (address : Rue de Moscou 11, 1060 Saint-Gilles)
ES - Mesa de conversaciĂłn en Italiano cada viernes desde las 18:00 hasta las 22:00 en el bar Poppy's, a dos minutos a pie de la parada del tranvĂa Parvis St-Gilles (direccion: Rue de Moscou 11, 1060 Saint-Gilles)
đEuroMeet: Connecting with International Friends in Brussels Every Fridayđ»đ
âš **Meet new people in Brussels in a friendly, relaxed and international atmosphere.** The ambience is relatively quiet, calm and sober for easy-going casual conversation, with no chaos and loud party music in the background!
đ» Large selection of **drinks and food** available
đ **Internationals, expats & locals** welcome
đȘ Organized weekly **since early 2025**
đšâđ©âđ§âđ§ **Over 10,000 members** **overall in our multicultural and diverse Brussels community!** Many of our participants work in EU institutions, NGOs, tech and international organizations. The event was also covered in a recent article from Brussels Times: [https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network](https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network)
đ Our events usually attract **30â40 attendees each week**, with an age average of around 35 years old (the event announcement is relayed across multiple social media, not just on this page). Many participants come with friends or colleagues, so feel free to bring someone along!
đ© Our events usually also attract a **balanced mix of men and women**, and many participants attend solo for the first time. The organizer and host of the event will help introduce you to other participants, in case you don't know anyone else yet when you first arrive at the event. Our events remain a relaxed international social meetup experience focused on friendship, conversation and community â not a dating event.
đ©· **Safe, respectful environment, and zero tolerance for any harassment!** The organizer is always present all evening in case of problems. You can also leave any anonymous feedback about the event here under this form: [https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form](https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form)
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Looking to meet new people and expand your social circle in Brussels, as well as your network of professional contacts? Join us **every Friday evening anytime from 18:30** **and until at least 23h** **at** **the** **âQuartier Leopoldâ** **brasserie**, in the heart of the famous Place du Luxembourg in front of the European Parliament, for a fun, relaxed night of **drinks, food, spontaneous conversations, and great vibes**! đ
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đ **Location**: âQuartier Leopoldâ brasserie, Pl. du Luxembourg 9, 1050 Ixelles
đ **Google Maps**: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8) (don't worry if you see the bar marked as "closed" on Google Maps for the Friday nights, they will always be open for us!)
**đ Website of the venue**: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en)
đž **Pictures gallery from previous events:** [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing)
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âš **Why youâll love it**:
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**Everyone is welcome**, even if you donât know anyone else yetâexpats, locals, newcomers, solo adventurers, or groups!
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**Best time for newcomers:** 18:30â19:30, when itâs easier to meet people.
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Completely **free to attend**âjust grab a drink and join the fun! Please ask the bartenders when you arrive if unsure where to find our meetup group and tables
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Possibility to make also useful **professional exchanges and networking** with other participants who work in similar domains, so remember to bring also your business card!
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Tons of **indoor and outdoor space available**âthe square in front of the bar is quite pedestrian-friendly, and we have a private large room reserved entirely for the Meetup participants at the back of the bar!
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Possibility to have **dinner at the brasserie** during the meetup (until 22h), thanks to its comprehensive selection of dishes available in the menu: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0)
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**Want to keep the night going?** After the meetup, we often continue as a group to explore nightlife hotspots in the city center.
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đŹ **Stay connected with our Community**:
â¶ïž Join our **Facebook/Messenger chat** to get updates and easily find the group on arrival:[ ](https://m.me/ch/Abaqvj9lxNT3_xh7/)[https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/](https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/)
â¶ïž Otherwise, if you prefer to use **WhatsApp**, please join this other group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0)
â¶ïž We are also active on **Telegram**: [https://t.me/euromeet_meetup](https://t.me/euromeet_meetup)
â¶ïž And donât forget to join our **EuroMeet Facebook group** for many more social events in Brussels: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet](https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet)
â¶ïž Finally, we also manage a **professional networking group on LinkedIn** as well, for more easily retrieving each other's LinkedIn profiles and identifying people who also work in similar domains: [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/)
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Come alone or bring a friendâeither way, youâll leave with **new friends, great memories, and maybe even some ideas on how to develop further your professional career!** See you this Friday! đ»âšđ
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đ§ **Got questions or comments?** Reach out to the **organizer Gabriele**: gabriele.mogni@gmail.com
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**Our community values respect and inclusiveness**. If you ever feel uncomfortable, the organizer is present all evening to help.
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đ Please **RSVP on Meetup** if you would like to attend our next event, so that we can plan accordingly.
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https://ldplights.com/
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