Family Adventures

Die Sonne strahlt, die Tage sind lang - was gibt es Schoneres, als sich auf den Rollen auszutoben und den warmen Wind im Haar zu spüren? Die Greifensee Route ist angenehm zu fahren, hat wenig Steigung. Der Rundweg bietet wunderschöne Naturkulisse mit Blick auf Wasser, Schilflandschaften und Berge. Nach der sportlichen Runde lassen Wir den Abend gemütlich ausklingen an einem Feuer, geniessen die Gemeinschaft und tauschen uns aus über das Thema: "Der Weg ist das Ziel." Vormerkung: Der Anlass findet nur bei trockenen Strassen statt! Fals das Wetter nicht mitspielt weichen wir auf ein Alternativprogramm aus :)

### Daily Evening Meditation ##### For all peace lovers and others, for beginners and advanced meditators. We love silence. We meditate with our eyes open—or closed, if you prefer. Come and enjoy the powerful vibrations of peace. We are happy to offer guided meditation upon request. **Welcome—join the wave of peace!** [www.brahmakumaris.ch](www.brahmakumaris.ch)

Come join us for a fun, relaxed afternoon of ball sports for little ones! Whether your kid is into kicking, throwing, rolling, or just chasing a ball around — the idea is a nice low-key hangout for kids and parents alike. Come for the whole hour or just pop by for a bit. **Ideal for kids aged roughly 2–4 years.** If we get a good turnout, we can make this a monthly thing — so spread the word and let's make it happen!

**Join us for a refreshing Saturday morning cold-water swim at Katzensee!** We’ll meet at **9:00 AM** at the usual spot by the lake, do a short warm-up, and then go into the water together. All levels are welcome — beginners and experienced winter swimmers. **What to bring:** * warm hat * towel * water shoes (optional) * warm clothes for after the swim * a thermos with tea (optional) We’ll swim for a short time, enjoy the fresh morning energy, and warm up together afterwards. If you’re ready to start your weekend with nature, cold water, and good people — join us!

**hike description:** We start at the train station Arth-Goldau. This hike is more difficult and "scarier" than the hikes we did recently. But because it is the first difficult hike of the season, I planned much more than enough time. Because a part of the hike is T4, if you want to join, you must at least have done a T3 hike before, or If you really want to join and you don't have t3 experience, you can take the parallel path without going through Rigi Hochflue (direct path between point 3 and 6 on the map), but you will probably have to wait for the rest of the group a little. As usual you need to be fit and have hiking good shoes Once we reach Gersau, it is an easy hike along the shore. We can make a break here and swim and then slowly go to Ingelbohl for the concert. https://www.komoot.com/tour/2834040563?ref=aso&share_token=aa0wR9knckHsU0dlmNXVqB3UdYfwCxl46tIwSa600UiCNIKtwE **More information about the concert** It is free but donation are welcome. [orchesterschwyzbrunnen.ch](https://www.orchesterschwyzbrunnen.ch/) **How to go with the train (from Zurich and I will meet you on the way):** [Verbindungen Zürich HB nach Arth-Goldau | Das Online-Portal der SBB für Fahrplan, Zug und ÖV](https://www.sbb.ch/de?stops=Z%C3%BCrich+HB_I8503000~Arth-Goldau_I8505004&day=2026-04-18&time=07_30&moment=dep&trip=0) **dedicated whatapp group** [WhatsApp-Gruppeneinladung](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H7S0BKMgTpo9gE4RD794DX) **Registration:** To sign up, please select "Yes" in the WhatsApp community survey for this activity: [🌄 Switzerland Discovery Crew (Preferred Ages 18-35)🌄 | WhatsApp-Kanal](https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoercY1XquRrJm58k3V) If the event will happen in more than 30 days, I haven't added the survey in the channel yet. (Because message in a WhatsApp channel can be read by a new member only 30 days before he joins. But you can already enter the corresponding WhatsApp group) If you are concerned about privacy, only the admin of a WhatsApp channel can see who has voted in a poll (unlike a WhatsApp group). Please sign up only when you are certain! You can also register through Meetup, as it helps build momentum; however, I rely only on the number of people who signed up through the WhatsApp survey.

Join us at *Chinagarten,* where we’ll be setting up a volleyball court 🏐 music and chilling by the lake 🏖️. You don’t have to be a pro at the volleyball game. We’ll try to make balanced teams. Just come and have fun! There’s something for everyone to enjoy the day **🎒 To Bring** The net, cones and ball will be provided by ZT. Everything else is up to you! We recommend bringing water/beverages to hydrate and light snacks. **☁️ Weather** The weather will be mostly sunny. *Bring* ***sunglasses and suncream***! **⚠️ Note** Please note that each participant is responsible for their own safety during the event. By joining, you acknowledge that the organizers will not be held liable for any injuries or inconveniences that may occur during the event.

Hi everyone, Let's visit the famous Rappelswil monastery followed by a short-hike. We will start at Pfaffikon SZ and finish at Uerikon and have a picnic lunch along the way. https://www.zuerich.com/en/visit/attractions/rapperswil-hurden-wooden-bridge-a-walkway-across-lake-zurich **Hike description:** Distance: 16 km Time: 5 h Elevation difference: 300 m up and down **Travel itinerary:** see photo **Meeting point:** Pfaffikon SZ **Minimum of 5 participants with confirmed donation; max. 15** **Booking system:** Mandatory donation of 10 CHF to your favourite charity. To secure your spot or move from the waiting list to the going list, please send me a confirmation of your donation to [[[[laurameetup@yahoo.com](mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com)]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/))]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/))]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/)) Alternatively, you can donate here: [Zurich Weekends and Hiking | Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz](https://actnow.redcross.ch/en-GB/project/zurich-weekends-and-hiking?tab=overview) Check out our Facebook page: [https://www.facebook.com/share/15HuDGWwiM/?mibextid=wwXIfr](https://www.facebook.com/share/15HuDGWwiM/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Cancelled in case of bad weather. See you, Laura

Repeating one of my favourite routes last year: walking along historic irrigation channels (also known as Suonen), adventurous tunnels, larch forests, with a view of Glishorn, Matterhorn, the Leone Group and Mischabel – experience all this and more on the hike from Birgisch via Mund, the so-called saffron village, to Eggen (From SwitzerlandMobility). We will continue the hike through the sun-drenched slopes of Valais until we reach Ausserberg. THE ROUTE: *19km - 700m up, 800m down *T3 - ca. 6h plus breaks GETTING THERE: *07:45 Meet under the Blue Angel at HB and go to the train platform - 08:02 IC1 direction Interlaken Ost, pl. 31, arriving Bern 08:58 *09:07 IC6 to Brig, arriving 10:13 - 10:20 Bus 623 direction Mund, Dorf, arriving Birgisch, Parkplatz at 10:34 GETTING BACK: *Hourly connections from Ausserberg at xx:33 (bus) or xx:48 (train) - Expected arrival back in Zürich ca. 20:30 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: What you need to bring: *good walking / trail running shoes -- there may still be some snow - optional swimsuit (you never know!) *some layers - sun protection *rain protection - trekking poles *snacks - 2+ litres of water, picnic lunch, snacks, enough for a whole day DISCLAIMER: This is NOT a guided tour. Instead, this is a get-together of individuals who themselves are responsible for their judgement, choices and actions. Before the event it is your own responsibility to assess and prepare appropriately: You need to understand what is foreseen, assess the difficulty, risks and dangers and the expected weather conditions. Furthermore, you need to assess the requirements regarding experience, capabilities and fitness condition, and judge if you personally have the necessary experience, capabilities and fitness level. You yourself also need to assure adequate preparation, equipment (boots, clothes, gear...) and insurance cover and do everything as if you were going by yourself. During the event it is also your own responsibility to apply your own judgement and to take considerate responsible decisions yourself, fully within your own responsibility and judgement.

**Saturday Hike – Come along!** Check out the full [hike plan here](https://schweizmobil.ch/de/tour/1818397551). **Getting there:** Jump on the S24 toward Zug — catch it at **10:09 from Oerlikon** or **10:21 from Zürich HB**. Once on board, head to the **first 2nd-class carriage** in the direction of travel so we can all sit together. Full travel schedule is in the photos. **What to bring:** Water, snacks, and sun/rain protection — you know the drill. See you on Saturday!

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.

Let’s get together for a relaxed Saturday brunch! This will be the very first event for our group. Whether you’re looking to meet new friends, get out more, or just enjoy good conversation over brunch, this is the perfect place to start. We’ll be meeting at The Goat Gahanna for great food, drinks, and a welcoming, no-pressure atmosphere.

Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above. There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change. The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/). Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers. For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.

Join WQC on April 25th from 11am-1pm at Inniswood Metro Park for a Nature Photo Walk. All types of cameras welcome! Let's enjoy spring to the fullest... 🌻🌼🌷🐤