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Location link https://maps.app.goo.gl/VRxURSYYQbUtohQX9 في كافيه ليالي القاهرة كل جمعة الساعة 6 مساءً لو نفسك تدخل عالم التمثيل، أو تطوّر ثقتك بنفسك، أو حتى تتعرف على ناس من ثقافات مختلفة… الورشة دي معمولة علشانك. ورشة التمثيل في ليالي القاهرة هي مزيج فريد بين: - التعرف على ناس من جنسيات وثقافات مختلفة في جو اجتماعي ممتع - العلاج بالفن والتعبير عن النفس بدون أحكام - اكتشاف جوانب جديدة جواك كل مرة - التعلّم العملي للتمثيل والوقوف أمام الكاميرا كصانع محتوى - إزاي تقدّم نفسك في أي إنترفيو بشكل احترافي وجذّاب - إزاي تكون مختلف وتشوف الدنيا من زاوية جديدة - إزاي تعبّر عن مشاعرك بصدق… تبكي، تفرح، تغضب، تحزن من غير ما حد يحكم عليك هتتعلّم كل ده على إيد مدرب ممثلين بخبرة 13 سنة ومخرج أفلام قصيرة وطويلة بخبرة 10 سنين ومخرج معتمد من وزارة الثقافة المصرية. 🎬 كل محاضرة = تجربة كاملة كل محاضرة منفصلة، ولكل واحدة ناتج فني… هتشارك في صناعة فيلم قصير من أول الفكرة لحد التنفيذ. 💰 السعر 50 درهم فقط للمحاضرة + مشروب 📞 للتواصل 0507016543 وهتلاقوا لينك جروب الواتساب الخاص بالورشة… https://chat.whatsapp.com/C27ZhJVENqy5OPqYki049j مستنيكم يوم الجمعة الساعة 6 في ليالي القاهرة – الديرة. At Layali Al Qahira Café Every Friday at 6 PM If you’ve ever wanted to step into the world of acting, boost your confidence, or simply connect with people from different cultures… this workshop is made for you. Our Acting Workshop at Layali Al Qahira offers a unique blend of: - Meeting people from diverse nationalities and backgrounds - Emotional healing through art and self‑expression - Discovering something new about yourself every single session - Learning how to act and perform confidently in front of the camera as a content creator - Presenting yourself professionally in interviews - Seeing the world differently and embracing your own uniqueness - Expressing your emotions freely — cry, laugh, get angry, feel joy or sadness without judgment or restrictions You’ll learn all of this with a professional acting coach with 13 years of experience, and a film director with 10 years of experience in short and feature films, and officially certified by the Egyptian Ministry of Culture. 🎬 Each session is a full experience Every class is independent, and each one ends with a creative outcome… You’ll participate in making a short film from concept to execution. 💰 Price Only 50 AED per session + a drink 📞 Contact 0507016543 You’ll also find the WhatsApp group link for the workshop…https://chat.whatsapp.com/C27ZhJVENqy5OPqYki049j We’re waiting for you this Friday at 6 PM at Layali Al Qahira – Deira.

The coming of spring offers an opportunity for an East Asian adventure of remarkable contrasts – from the Instagram-worthy **cherry blossom season in South Korea**’s buzzing capital of Seoul, to timeless pastoral traditions in the **remote nomadic camps of Mongolia**, and finally to the imperial grandeur of **Beijing’s Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China.** Linking Mongolia and China, we will travel on the legendary **Trans-Mongolian Railway** – a true bucket-list experience for many travellers. **While Korea has much to explore**, a few days are enough to see the main sights in and around the capital and enjoy the magical backdrop of **bright pink blossoms in full bloom**. Highlights of Seoul range from ancient palaces to vibrant modern shopping districts, and a day trip from the city offers the chance to delve deeper into the country’s fascinating nature and culture. **Mongolia, by contrast, remains shrouded in a mystery** despite its gradual opening to the world. This vast, landlocked nation between Russia and China is home to only around three million inhabitants. With grassland and desert steppe landscapes covering an area the size of Western Europe, a large share of the population still upholds its ancestral nomadic heritage. Here, more than half of Mongolia’s nationals continue to live in round yurts, or gers, which are as mobile as the people themselves. Yet Mongolia is a country of striking contrasts. There is a clear divide between its capital, Ulaanbaatar – with its upscale restaurants and high-end boutiques – and the rural heartlands, where traditional ways of life remain firmly rooted. **Genghis Khan, regarded as the founding father of Mongolia,** came to power in 1206. By uniting several nomadic tribes in the northeast, he laid the foundations of what would become the world’s largest contiguous empire – surpassed only by the British Empire in the 19th century. In just a few decades, his cavalry conquered a realm greater in both size and population than that of the Romans at their peak. It is hardly surprising that he is revered as a national hero, immortalised by an imposing 40-metre-high statue – the world’s largest equestrian monument – located in a complex just outside Ulaanbaatar. Today, Mongolia is undergoing rapid change. Yet despite these transformations, its country dwellers, scattered across immense landscapes with limited communication, remain unfailingly hospitable – always ready to welcome a visitor with a bowl of warm, salty milk tea. After exploring Mongolia’s sweeping wilderness and vibrant capital, the **journey continues south along one of the world’s most storied rail routes**. Boarding the Trans-Mongolian train in Ulaanbaatar offers a gentle transition from the steppe to the cities of China, with hours of evolving scenery framed by the carriage windows. The steady rhythm of the train, conversations in the dining car, and the gradual shift in landscape create a sense of travelling through time as much as through geography. **Beijing greets travellers with an immediate sense of scale and history**. Its landmark attractions are impressive not only for their grandeur, but also for the way they bridge imperial tradition and modern urban life. A visit to the Forbidden City offers a glimpse into the former seat of Chinese power, its courtyards and halls laid out with a precision that reflects centuries of dynastic rule. From there, a day trip to the Great Wall reveals the sheer ambition of ancient engineering – watchtowers marching across rugged mountains in a way that almost defies belief when seen in person. Yet some of Beijing’s most memorable moments are found in its quieter corners. The hutongs, with their narrow lanes and traditional courtyard homes, provide a more intimate view of the city’s daily rhythm. Small cafés, family-run noodle shops and simple scenes of local life offer a striking counterpoint to the imposing monuments and broad avenues elsewhere in the capital. **Let’s go!** **Day 0 // Departure** Meeting at airport for a direct flight to Seoul. **DAY 1 // Arrival in Seoul** Welcome to Seoul, the energetic capital of South Korea and a major hub for commerce, fashion, beauty and youth culture. After arrival and hotel check-in, enjoy an easy first day to recover from travel while getting an authentic taste of local life. Visit Noryangjin Fish Market, where stalls are piled high with fresh seafood and you can watch vendors and buyers in action or sample a simple meal. Continue on to Museum Kimchikan to learn how Korea’s most famous dish is made and why it is such an essential part of everyday life. In the evening, head to the Banpo Bridge area for a relaxed riverside stroll and views of the illuminated bridge before returning to the hotel to rest. **DAY 2 // Seoul & Cherry blossoms** After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide in the lobby and set out for a full day of sightseeing around Seoul. Begin at Jogyesa Buddhist Temple and then witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony before visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace (or Deoksugung Palace on Tuesdays), with time to explore its grand courtyards and palace buildings. Stop at Cheongwadae Sarangchae (or the National Palace Museum on Mondays) to gain more insight into Korea’s history, then visit a Ginseng Center before a lunch break at your own expense. In the afternoon, browse traditional shops and galleries in Insadong, then continue to busy Namdaemun or Dongdaemun Market to experience the city’s lively street scenes and bargain-filled stalls. Finish the day with a ride on the N Seoul Tower cable car (tower admission without lift) for panoramic views of the city, and then be dropped off in the Myeongdong or City Hall area for an evening at leisure. **DAY 3 // Cherries in countryside** Leave the city behind this morning for an escape into the lakes and hills of Gangwon-do. Drive towards Chuncheon, where we'll visit Alpaca World to meet gentle alpacas in a mountain setting, or opt instead for a scenic rail bike or canoeing at Chuncheon Mulle-gil, along the Bukhan River. Continue to Mt. Samaksan for one of Korea’s longest cable car with sweeping views over Uiam Lake. In the afternoon head to Nami Island, known for its cherry-lined avenues, riverside paths and famous K-drama filming spots. Free time to stroll or relax in the shade. Return to Seoul in the evening, free time at leisure. **DAY 4 // Mongolia – Ulaan Battar** In the morning short flight to Ulaan Battar, capitol of Mongolia. We’ll start with Sukhbaatar Square, the city’s grand central plaza, framed by the Parliament House and statues of Mongolia’s national heroes, for an introduction to the country’s political and cultural heart. Continue up to the Zaisan Hill Memorial, a Soviet-era monument perched on a ridge above the city, where wide views open over Ulaanbaatar and the surrounding hills. In the evening, experience a traditional Mongolian folk performance, with music, dance and perhaps a taste to set the tone for your journey. **Day 5 // Terelj National Park & Ger Life** Begin the day at Gandan Monastery, the spiritual heart of Mongolian Buddhism, where monks gather for prayers beneath towering temple halls. Next we'll leave the city and drive east to the **Genghis Khan** Statue Complex, where a gleaming 40-metre equestrian statue of the Great Khan rises from the steppe; explore the small museum beneath and climb up inside the monument for panoramic views. From here, continue into Gorkhi–Terelj National Park, a landscape of granite outcrops, larch forests and wide meadows. Stop at the iconic **Turtle Rock**, a natural formation shaped like a giant turtle, then, time permitting, make the short walk up to **Ariyabal Meditation Temple**, a peaceful hilltop sanctuary overlooking the valleys below. Later, visit a local nomadic family to sample traditional dairy products and learn about the rhythms of Mongolian nomadic life. In the evening we'll settle in a Terelj ger camp, enjoying the quiet of the countryside under big Mongolian skies. **Day 6 // Modern Ulaan** Enjoy breakfast in the ger camp before drive back, watching the steppe slowly give way again to the city’s skyline. On the way, stop at Sain Nomuun Monastery, a lesser-visited Buddhist complex that offers a more intimate glimpse of contemporary religious life. Back in the capital, visit the Bogd Khan Palace Museum, the former winter residence of Mongolia’s last spiritual and political ruler, with richly decorated temples and chambers filled with thrones, gifts and ritual objects. In the late afternoon, visit local bazaar and souvenir shopping. **DAY 7 :: Trans-mongolian train to Beijing** Today we board the Trans-Mongolian train in Ulaanbaatar and settle into our compartments as the city slowly slips away and the wide Mongolian steppe opens up outside the window. The first hours are spent watching familiar scenes of grazing horses, distant gers and rolling grasslands, all framed by the steady rhythm of the train on the tracks. As the route bends south, the landscape gradually changes, becoming more rugged and varied, with hills, valleys and scattered settlements marking the approach to the Chinese border. We’ll have time to read, chat with fellow passengers, visit the dining car for a simple hot meal and step into the corridor to photograph the views as they unfold. By evening, after border formalities, the train continues through the night towards Beijing, and you fall asleep to the gentle motion of the carriage, crossing quietly from the vast Mongolian steppe into northern China. **DAY 8 :: Arrival in Beijing & Hutongs** Arrive in Beijing at 14:35, where you are met at the station and assisted with a smooth transfer into the city. After check-in, set out to explore the historic hutongs, wandering through narrow alleyways lined with traditional courtyard homes. As you walk, soak up the everyday rhythm of local life, from old men playing cards to tiny shops selling snacks and trinkets. Continue to nearby markets or commercial streets, where you can browse for souvenirs and get a first taste of modern Beijing’s energy. Return to the hotel in the evening and unwind after your journey, overnight in Beijing. **Day 9 :: Forbidden City & Great Wall** Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before setting out for a full day of sightseeing in China’s capital. Begin with a guided visit to the Forbidden City, the vast former imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties, with its grand halls, courtyards and rich symbolism. Learn about the lives of emperors and the rituals of court life as you move through this UNESCO-listed complex. In the afternoon, drive out to the Great Wall at Juyongguan, where you have time to walk along the ancient ramparts and take in sweeping mountain views. Return to the hotel in the evening for some free time at leisure and overnight in Beijing. **Day 10 :: Temple of Heaven & Departure** Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out. This morning, visit the Temple of Heaven, an elegant complex of temples and altars once used by emperors to pray for good harvests. Stroll through the surrounding park, where locals often practise tai chi, dance or play traditional games, giving a relaxed glimpse of everyday Beijing life. After some free time for a final walk or last-minute shopping, transfer to the airport in the afternoon. Bye, bye East Asia! **In brief:** DAY 1 :: Arrival in Seoul DAY 2 :: Seoul & Cherry Blossoms DAY 3 :: Cherries in countryside DAY 4 :: Mongolia – Ulaan Battar DAY 5 :: Terelj National Park & Ger Life DAY 6 :: Modern Ulaan DAY 7 :: Trans-mongolian train to Beijing DAY 8 :: Beijing & Hutongs DAY 9 :: Forbidden City & Great Wall DAY 10 :: Temple of Heaven & Departure **Level of difficulty:** Easy, available for everyone **Accommodation & meals:** Hotels - double sharing, 1 night aboard a train in soft sleeper, shared cabin. Meals excluded. **Cost:** **AED 14,370 all inclusive** of flights and train until MAR 30. Past this date cost will change. **Specifically excluded:** Meals, visa, insurance. **Visas:** · **Korea:** Most passports get visa on arrival, based on The Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). [Other passports ](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_South_Korea)\- third party visa agency only\. · **Mongolia:** visa free or e-visa. For passports non-eligible for visa on arrival, entry permit 150 USD + 90 USD payable on arrival. · **China:** EU, AUS passports visa free, except Czech Republic, Lithuania and Sweden. [Other passports ](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_mainland_China)\- third party visa agency only\. *It is sole responsibility of participant to secure entry to country of destination.* See yah in Spring Asia x Trekkup Crew [Whatsapp 050 - 4848238](https://wa.me/971504848238) Find all trekkups at [linktr.ee/trekkup](http://linktr.ee/trekkup)

Unwind and reconnect. No skills needed—just easy, guided techniques to spark joy and calm. We provide the canvas, colors, coffee, and light bites. You just bring yourself and leave with a beautiful piece that reflects your inner peace. Fees : 220 dh per person 400 dh for couple Location to be confirmed.

A chill hangout for deep thinkers, curious minds, and lovers of raw, real conversations—with or without a drink in hand. No strict rules, no set topics—just a bunch of interesting people talking about life, beliefs, and everything in between. **Event flow** * Intro & icebreaker * One-on-one discussions * Group discussion * Mini activity **Who shows up?** Open-minded folks from all walks of life. Expect friendly debates, weird tangents, occasional cranks, and surprisingly smart convos. **Who is NOT invited?** * narrow-minded people (racists, sexists, judgmental, ...) * anyone trying to sell something * anyone looking for a hookup 💵 Fee: AED 30 - pay by [clicking here](https://pay.ziina.com/dsh/e73sWOArW) For details message us at [+971 50 355 1536](https://wa.me/+971503551536) **Quick etiquette tip:** Disagree freely, but respectfully. We’re here to learn from each other—not win arguments.

📍 **Venue:** Al Manara Sports Hall Jumeirah https://maps.app.goo.gl/EDUZJdcZ4cbJ9eLMA *Friday, 7-9 PM.* Join our [Al Quoz/Jumeirah Group WhatsApp here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FUaEchwklSPFUyeJnSb52W?mode=ac_t). **👋 First time joining?** [Click here to WhatsApp Sarfaraz (+971551899547)](https://wa.me/971551899547?text=Hey%20Sarfaraz!%20This%20is%20my%20first%20time%20joining%20Badminton%20For%20All%2C%20Dubai.) and confirm your slot. **📝 Key Info** This is a session open for players who are Intermediate or above (Or they are our regular players). *Cost per session: 40AED (Special Price for this session)* *Duration: Each session lasts 2 hours* *Equipment: We use feather shuttlecocks; please bring your own racket* *Slots: Booked on a first-come, first-served basis* *Play: Players will be rotated around multiple courts and will get games similar to their level of play* **Late Backout & No-Show Policy** **We strictly enforce our late backout and no-show rules to ensure smooth operations.** Organising replacements on short notice is difficult and disruptive, especially as our organisers have day jobs. Please be mindful of our policy: * **RSVP Policy:** Please RSVP for sessions exclusively through the Meetup app. WhatsApp is mainly for regular updates on attendance, timings and last-minute changes. Any requests made via WhatsApp might not be considered for session sign-ups. * **Late Backouts:** Backing out within 9 hours of the session is considered a late backout. You will be required to pay the session fee in full, even if a replacement is found. * **No-Shows:** If you fail to show up without notice, you must still pay for the session. * **Respect for the Organisers:** Our organisers finalise the list the night before or early morning. Last-minute changes mean they need to leave their work to arrange replacements. This affects not just the organisers but the overall experience of the players. * **Waitlist Responsibility:** If you're on the waitlist and no longer wish to attend, it’s your responsibility to remove your name. We assume that anyone on the waitlist still wants to join the session if a spot opens up. * **First-Come, First-Serve Basis:** We ensure fairness by adhering to a first-come, first-serve system. Please do not ask for special treatment or last-minute slots outside of this. **Note: Players may cancel without penalty up to 9 hours before the session. After this time, the session fee applies regardless of waitlist status. Please book and cancel responsibly to avoid disruptions for everyone involved.**

Imagine walking into any room and owning it — not by trying, but because you are the moment. No scripts. No forced lines. Just pure, magnetic confidence. It’s a complete lifestyle transformation. You’ll embody the raw magnetism of Marlon Brando in A Streetcar Named Desire, the dangerous charm of Mickey Rourke, the confident swagger of Tom Cruise in Top Gun, the clever smirk of Robert Downey Jr., and the effortless cool of Ryan Gosling. Combined with Alexander Technique for powerful posture and presence, improv exercises to eliminate approach anxiety, and acting drills that don’t just teach you to act — they make you become that man. Your walk, voice, energy, and entire presence will shift. You stop trying. Women start noticing. Real results. Real confidence. Real transformation. Spots are limited. Join now WhatsApp group link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JW0luHVoLigFFFfNJ1QQVC?mode=gi_t

Love stories, but never find the time to read? Always wanted to start reading but don’t know where to begin? **A Few Good Pages** is a weekly short story circle where we slow down, read together, and have thoughtful relaxed discussions. No pressure, No prep! We meet **every Saturday** to read and discuss **one or two short stories**—quick reads that stay with you. Whether you’re a **wannabe reader** looking to get started, a **busy book lover** who wants to rebuild reading habit, or someone who enjoys **sharing perspectives on a great story**, you’ll fit right in. You don't need to prepare anything in advance - Just show up. Over the past year, we've read and discussed over **200+ short stories,** building a warm, reflective community that values attention, curiosity and consistency. Join our WhatsApp Group for updates: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IpIMc6c87W49FJIg1cRDJk?mode=hqrt2 **Cost & Membership** * First session : **Free** * Drop in : AED 30 per session * Membership options available for those who want to build a consistent reading habit. **Location** Location : L'eto Cafe, 1st floor, Mall of Emirates (D7 is the closest parking Entrance) Please update the RSVP if there's any change in your plans :-) Come for the stories, stay for the discussions!

#### You know the drill https://eseek.app, We send out our weekly invite, There's a whatsapp group you can join we send in the invite to your inbox on the site. We need the email reminders and the whatsapp group to find people at the event. Please just accept this approach. Dubai, United Arab Emirates 🌴 Weekend Saturday Brunch at Esco-bar 🌴 Make your Saturday unforgettable at \*\*Esco-bar\*\*, located in the stunning Radisson Beach Resort, Palm Jumeirah. \* 🎧 Live DJ entertainment \* 🌅 Beautiful outdoor terrace vibes \* 🍹 Premium brunch experience 👗 \*\*Dress Code:\*\* Smart Casual 🚫 \*\*Age Policy:\*\* Not suitable for children 💰 \*\*Packages:\*\* \* Soft Drinks – AED 199 \* House Beverages – AED 299 \* Sparkling – AED 350 Gather your friends and soak up the beachside atmosphere with great music, food, and drinks. See you there! 🥂

Whether you want to journal your thoughts, do a brain dump, experiment with words, or simply sit and write, just show up. Bring your notebook or laptop and join us. We’ll sit quietly and write, maybe chat a little after. It’s an invitation to consume less and create more with words, whether to process, reflect, or share with the world.

Thanks for joining the Money Minds meetup group. If you would like to be the first to know whenever a new event is announced, please join our whatsapp group using the link; [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DPbMfZndPooGHSxFCLCKHg](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DPbMfZndPooGHSxFCLCKHg) "The Richest Man in Babylon" by George S. Clason imparts timeless financial wisdom through parables set in ancient Babylon. It teaches saving, investing, and the importance of living within one's means to achieve wealth, encapsulated in stories like "The Five Laws of Gold."

📚 Book Club Meetup: The Housemaid Join us for our next Bookends Book Club gathering as we dive into The Housemaid—a gripping psychological thriller full of twists, secrets, and moral tension. 🗓 Date: Saturday, April 11 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM 📍 Location: Bookends, Dubai Silicon Oasis Come ready to discuss your thoughts, theories, and favorite (or most shocking) moments. Whether you loved it, hated it, or are still processing that ending, your perspective is welcome. This will be a relaxed and engaging discussion with fellow readers, perfect for connecting over books and sharing insights. ☕️ Feel free to arrive a bit early, grab a drink, and settle in. See you there!

Are you looking to Transform yourself into: • A Powerful Public Speaker? • An Inspirational Leader? • Becoming more Confident? Empower yourself with the secrets of becoming a Confident and Compelling Public Speaker. We provide a fun and friendly learn-by-doing environment which enables you to develop your skills in a comfortable, supportive environment. We are a peer-to-peer group where members mutually develop their Public Speaking Skills through Prepared project Speeches, Constructive Evaluations and ongoing Mentoring, all within the globally recognized educational framework of Toastmasters International. Whether the very thought of speaking in public fills you with fear, or if you love standing up to speak in front of a crowd, you will learn something new by attending our meetings. Join us for our next meeting to experience our fun and encouraging, but professional way of learning public speaking and take a glance at how we prepare and practice public speaking technique, how we learn to control our body and voice and how we learn to deliver a powerful, confident speech. Please join us for our next meeting and discover how the group works. And if later you want to become a regular member of the group, there is a small annual fee, If interested in joining us, please contact following person, we’ll send you all the details about the meeting. For information about this meetup: Zainab Yousuf - (President) - 050- 5577791 Complementary Coffee + Tea + Cookies + Waters. Free Parking in Hotel Basement. Millennium Central Downtown Al Asayel street - Business Bay · Dubai ***More Information***\*\* It is simply knowing what you want to say and being comfortable with your communication skills. You learn to enhance your image, convince, and be impressive thus present with high personal impact. Objectives TM Meetings are designed for you to be equipped with practical tools and techniques that will allow you to: • Establish rapport with your audience • Learn techniques to reduce nervousness and fear • Realise your strengths as a presenter • How to appeal, influence and persuade different types of people • Recognise how visual aids can create impact and attention • Develop techniques to create a professional presence Prepare, practice, and deliver presentation • Presenting with a BANG Topics Covered • Personality assessment of presentation style (Speaker's Evaluation) • Assessment of presentation delivery (Speaker's Evaluation) • Structure your Speech: beginning, body, and ending. • Sending Positive Messages (verbal communication, body language) • Developing great slides • Overcoming Nervousness

Join us for a cozy, vibrant gathering of book lovers as we share our favorite reads and current page-turners! Whether you're into fiction, memoirs, thrillers, or poetry, there's a seat for every story here. Each meetup, we explore a new venue in the heart of Dubai—so you're not just discovering new books, but also new cafés and experiences. Over a delicious late lunch, we dive into conversations about stories, authors, and life—connecting with awesome people along the way. No pressure to finish a book—just come with your curiosity, your appetite, and your love for a good story. ✨ *Great books. Great food. Great people.* We can’t wait to meet you! Location: **Art and Dine at Spring Souk** Policy: You will have to avail any item from the menu and to listen when it's someone's turn to speak. **Parking**: Spring Souk Parking Lot **Metro**: To go down at Internet City Metro Station then walk (8 minutes) towards Dubai Internet City Bus Station and choose F31 (The Meadows) then drop off location is at The Springs, Entrance Gate 5-1. Afterwards, walk (6 minutes) towards Spring Souk. **Google Maps Link:** https://share.google/iUnrUESyVc4EbEWKw **Let's Connect:** For further information, we have instagram **cece.events** and WhatsApp +971 55 416 9381

The Alliance is part of the Greater Central Ohio Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We are an all-voices chorus dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for all those who love to sing, regardless of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation or musical background. The Alliance is the first and only all-voices barbershop chorus in Central Ohio. **Who:** Anyone with a passion for singing at a high level. Previous barbershop chorus/quartet experience not required. **When:** The Alliance rehearses weekly on Thursdays from 7pm-10pm. **Where:** Lord Of Life Lutheran Church: 2480 W Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235 To become a full member of The Alliance, we welcome you to start by visiting us for a few rehearsals to experience the group and sing with us! Then, you may begin the 2-part audition process for membership: the assessement, and audition. We strive to make our auditions as stress-free as possible to help you let your best singing self shine.

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

The topic for April is "Water" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

**Latest Dojo Location!** **Knotty Pine Brewing** 1765 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community. https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!