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This novel is set over two days in a bleak dystopian Hungarian town. The characters are superbly written and eerily familiar. The New Yorker calls The Melancholy of Resistance "comedy of apocalypse, a book about a God that not only failed but didn't even turn up for the exam." "Demanding" and "pessimistic" the reward comes from "its extraordinary, stretched, self-recoiling sentences, which are marvels of a loosely punctuated stream of consciousness". With page-long sentences and 30 page paragraphs the translator has pulled off herculean task of rendering this in perfect English. Although an effort, it sounds a rewarding read. Since starting this book club a few years ago we have formed a nice core membership. If you haven't come yet, please look out for the books on the table, pull up a chair, order a wine and join us. We like to hear what everyone has to say and enjoy the conversation, we're not cliquey at all! Oh, and to defray the Meetup monthly bill I will accept gold coin contributions or wine if you want to pay for multiple in one hit. I hope to see everyone again at this one with some new faces.

Join us at this urban beer bar - **Hopscotch!** Hopscotch has 35+ beers on tap, plus cans and bottles to explore. Beer paddles and towers are also available, as well as cocktails, wine and spirits. Most people come along by themselves so don't worry if you don't know any of the other members. New people are always welcome. 📍**Location:** Hopscotch, Ground Floor, 4 Riverside Quay, Southbank Vic 3006. Alongside the Yarra River **How often do we have events? Weekly!** Join us at a different bar/pub each week to meet new people and see the familiar faces of the regular members. This is a regular weekly group for socialising and unwinding for the weekend. **Events are also on:** Bartopia [https://www.meetup.com/bartopia/](https://www.meetup.com/bartopia/) Raiders of the Lost Bars [https://www.meetup.com/barraiders/](https://www.meetup.com/barraiders/) Bartopia [https://www.facebook.com/groups/bartopia/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/bartopia/) Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/bartopia.melbourne/](https://www.instagram.com/bartopia.melbourne/) This week's venue: https://hopscotchmelbourne.com.au/

Unwind and relax at our “After Work Chill” the perfect way to ease out of the workday and into the evening. Join us for a laid-back catch-up with good company, easy conversation, and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’ve had a long day or just feel like socialising, this is a great opportunity to meet new people, share a laugh, and recharge in a relaxed setting.

**🎲Board Game Morning: Games, Friends & English Practice!** Join us for a relaxed and fun-filled morning of tabletop gaming! Whether you're a grandmaster or have never picked up a dice, this is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, build friendships, and practice your English skills in a friendly, casual environment. **🍱What to Bring** To keep the energy high for all those winning moves, please **bring your own lunch** to enjoy during the event. ⚠️ **Important Notice** This board game session is our special community meetup for the weekend! We can't wait to see you there for some friendly competition and great conversation.

Join us to learn and practice some English. And have some fun at the same time! We have a different topic every week including a ten minute talk from the Bible. We look forward to meeting you!

Hey! 😊 **Note:** This event is posted on multiple platforms, so more people come than just the RSVPs here. This is a **Speed Dating event** ❤️ **Why participate:** Easy way to meet your **new girlfriend / boyfriend!** No need to go first or stress, **the host does everything for you.** Easy way to find **new friends.** **🎫 GET YOUR TICKET HERE: 🎫** **www.datemap.net/melbourne -** (if link doesn’t work - it means we sold out) 🕊️ **Changed plans?** Just DM us 24h before the event for **full refund**! 😊 ❗ **Note:** We usually sell out around **1 week** before the event! ❤️ **Why People Love Our Events:** ⚖️ **50/50 gender ratio guaranteed** \- cared for closely so the numbers stay balanced 😌 **Professional host included** \- the host guides everything for you ☺️ **Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere** \- easy\, friendly\, and no awkward moments 🎉 **Friendly people** \- everyone is usually very sweet and polite\! 🧭 **YOUR FIRST TIME? 😊 HERE IS HOW IT WORKS:** 🧭 You have a **5 min conversation** with every participant ⏱️ You will have **question cards** on every table! Men rotate every 5 minutes, women stay seated. At the end you get your matches. ❤️ 📍 **LOCATION:** The venue location is sent to **ticket holders** after purchase. It is always a big cafe lounge in central Austin. 💌 **QUESTIONS?** Email us! We reply to everyone! **🎫 GET YOUR TICKET HERE: 🎫** **www.datemap.net/melbourne -** (if link doesn’t work - it means we sold out) 🕊️ **Changed plans?** Just DM us 24h before the event for **full refund**! 😊 ❗ **Note:** We usually sell out around **1 week** before the event! I’m really excited to welcome you! See you on Saturday! 😊❤️

**💗 One-on-One Speed Dating Online for Cincinnati Locals from Home — Live on Zoom** The format means you'll have back-to-back curated Zoom speed rounds with Cincinnati singles your age curated by personality quiz, as a friendly host guides every transition. Ahead of joining, a two-minute quiz captures your personality — your personality data from the quiz to give you a personally matched Cincinnati lineup, so you are not just talking to strangers but to matched locals. When it is all done, we send out mutual matches — so you only hear from someone if they chose you too — and you decide your next step from there. **Click your age bracket to register:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=18-32&face_v=4.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=30-46&face_v=4.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=40-58&face_v=4.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=532.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=club-for-serious-connections-day-trips&ar=55+&face_v=4.0) **⚠️ Please note:** Rsvping here does not hold your place in the event, so use the link for your age range, complete sign-up, and submit the personality questionnaire — numbers are intentionally limited so register early, and without both steps done your spot is not held. --- **This is for you if:** - Daters across Cincinnati fed up with swiping with nothing to show for it and are ready for a genuine first impression. - Residents in Cincinnati moving beyond shallow connections that never lead anywhere and prefer meeting people in person first. - Daters locally in Cincinnati looking beyond shallow connections that never lead anywhere and are after something more than a swipe can offer. **The Essentials** - **Format:** Hosted in a live Zoom room with personality-matched video rounds, matched thoughtfully by age and personality data throughout. - **Where:** At-home — from your desktop laptop or phone, the only requirement is a device with a camera and internet, and wherever you can focus comfortably is all that is needed. - **Host:** A seasoned host keeps it comfortable and on schedule throughout, so the evening runs without a hitch — all the structure and timing is entirely off your plate. - **Duration:** Usually wraps in around an hour and a half across all rounds, and most people wish it were longer. **How it works** 1. **Pick your age group** – using the link that matches your age bracket, then take the brief personality quiz, because registration closes once spots fill. 2. **Click into Zoom** – through the Zoom link provided after registration, browser-based so no special app is required, and the host introduces everyone and gets the rounds started. 3. **Speed date** – quick private video rounds with Cincinnati area singles in your age range, as the host signals round starts and ends, as the quiz results already did the work of choosing who you meet. 4. **Receive match results** – once the event closes we share mutual match results, since no information is ever shared without mutual agreement from both sides, and then the rest is yours to decide entirely. ⭐ *"Genuinely fun evening — worth every minute of the 90 it took"* – Cincinnati first-timer 💡 **Before you join:** get your lighting sorted ahead of time, so you can be fully present from round one, and once it is done you are completely set for the whole session. --- ✨ Short rounds with real Cincinnati locals — pick your age group and sign up and you are completely set in this round. You might be surprised what one evening can do. 🪷 ✨

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

For the last 5 years, Central Ohio Friends and Columbus Social Connection have teamed up for some incredible nights out and some of the biggest social events in Columbus with our biggest combined event bringing out 80+ people. ⚠️ Please only RSVP through ONE group to help keep headcount accurate. Now we’re celebrating where it all started. On Friday, May 22, we’ll be joining Central Ohio Friends 🍻 **Starting at** Brothers Bar & Grill in the Arena District the same place their very first event was held back in 2021. Whether you’ve been to one of our events before or **have been waiting for the right one to come out to,** this is a great one to jump into. Stop scrolling. Start doing stuff. If you find value in these events consider contributing Link can be found in comments!

The theme for May is Thriller. • The book we will be discussing is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. (determined by votes from April Book Club. Let me know if you'd like a free digital copy of the book) • This event will be at the main library. Feel free to come whether or not you've started or finished the book. • Small snacks will be provided. You're welcome to bring your own snacks & drinks too! Let me know if you’d like to volunteer to bring snacks or drinks for the group.