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Language Exchange (Flip Lingoes)
Language Exchange (Flip Lingoes)
We keep it a fun and practical language exchange. First thing you'll notice is we match you with **fluent speakers** in your target language. **Event Flow** **18:45–19:15** → Registration Scan the QR code to tell us your fluent and target languages. **19:15–20:30** → Language Exchange Powered by our **Learn by Flipping** method. **20:30 onwards** → Stay, chat, or head off — totally up to you 😉 **What is "Learn by Flipping"?** **Practical** → You speak with fluent speakers in your target language. **Collaborative** → Every 5 minutes, you switch roles: learner ↔ helper. **Fun** → Small groups, good energy, and a bar atmosphere — without the chaos. Save some time by [Signing up to our web app](https://fliplingoes.com/) beforehand. **Entrance:** 10 CHF (includes a tapa) Please note, event registration closes after 7:15PM
Soul Recharge - 1:1 Reiki session
Soul Recharge - 1:1 Reiki session
A 1:1 Reiki journey where you receive focused healing, intuitive guidance, and space to reconnect with your inner flow. Discover more about me and my work on: https://thebecomingfield.com/
Island Hopping, Burgers, and Live Music
Island Hopping, Burgers, and Live Music
(bad weather fallback date: 2 July) Dear ZOWSPers Every summer, ZOWSP goes island hopping. There are two islands at the end of Lake Zurich: Ufnau & Lützelau Every Thursday evening on Lützelau, there is free live music at the restaurant (more info: [https://insel-luetzelau.ch/restaurant/](https://insel-luetzelau.ch/restaurant/)) We will: - leave Zurich by train (S8) at 16:07 to Freienbach - start swimming from Spielplatz Seeanlage Freienbach to Ufnau at 5pm sharp - walk across Ufnau - swim to Lützelau - order food, drinks, and enjoy live music on Lützelau - catch a boat to Rapperswil Please note: - Signup on this meetup event is mandatory by Monday (3 days before we go), as we need to book boats to get back to Rapperswil. - Two swim groups: slower (\~3:00/100m) & faster (\~2:00/100m) - Total Swim distance: 2.5km, split into 2 parts: before & after walking across Ufnau - Bring a dry-bag to pack your phones, flip flops, clothes. - I suspect wetsuits will not be required given how quickly the lake temperature is rising. In order to participate in this event, you need to leave work early. Here are some excuses you can use: - I have a dentist appointment (overused & boring, but always works) - my cat is sick - it's my {important relative}'s {high-number rounded to the nearest 10}th birthday dinner in Lausanne - My neighbor just texted me because my dog won't stop barking, and they think a pipe might have burst in the building's hallway. I need to go check on things (the best excuse in this list, because it is too specific to be considered suspicious) Best, ZOWSP organising committee
ZH3 Hash # 1735: The I Want to Sweat Free Freddie Mercury Experience Hash
ZH3 Hash # 1735: The I Want to Sweat Free Freddie Mercury Experience Hash
It’s gonna be Hot!! Hotter than a Rockstar on Wembley stage at a Live Aid Concert. Too hot to wear clothes when Under Pressure. But that’s a special Kind of Magic reserved for midnight Hashes and The Show Must Go On so come dressed like a Queen or a Rockstar Queen and set your armpits free on trail. Iron that vest, polish those teeth and grow that sexy moustache as We Will Rock You around Zürich and hopefully find the Beer before Another One Bites The Dust under the scorching sun. Hare is Just Beggin’ For It **Where**: See location. Typically within Zurich Zone 10. Look for English speakers wearing running gear. **When:** We'll meet at 6:50 pm to start at 7:00 pm. There's a charge of CHF 5 for participating, which covers all you can drink beer/cider (and non-alcoholic alternatives) plus snacks afterwards. **All Welcome:** If you are new, curious, and want to get out of the house, stretch your legs, talk shit, enjoy a drink, and hopefully a laugh, then here's what you need to know: • We are a social running/walking group, physical fitness is not required, but a sense of humour is useful. • The aim is to find the '*Beer Stop*' at the end of the '*trail*' and have fun. • 'True Trail' is typically 4-7 km. Some will go less (especially those walking or walk/running), and some over-achieving fast runners will go further. • The '*Hare*', which changes each event (along with location), cleverly lays the trail (typically with flour marks) so that everyone reaches the end at the same time. • There is always a place to deposit your bag and sometimes a place to change. • **After Trail**, we group for \~20-40 minutes for drinks, snacks, and some fun. This '*Circle*' is typically outside, so leave something warm in your bag in winter (and bring a flashlight when it's dark). If you don't want to stand around drinking afterwards, you can head home. We occasionally all go to a restaurant afterwards. **Why bother leaving your warm & dry sofa?** If you enjoy getting outside, being around people, and doing something a bit different, you will probably enjoy hashing. Exercise is important, and this is probably the least boring way to get it. 'Hashing' and the idea of some physical activity to work up a thirst, have been around for almost 90 years and there are groups (*Hashes*) in most major cities. Its humor and 'traditions' can be explored on the internet - **or you can just come along and find out.** *See you there.* We are of many nationalities, all ages, full of misfits and idiots (at least there is no one taking themselves seriously!) and always welcome newbies 'Virgin Hashers' and visitors from other groups. For more about Zürich Hash House Harriers, check out [www.zh3.ch](http://www.zh3.ch/) ( [http://www.zh3.ch/](http://www.zh3.ch/) )
This Thursdays at ROBINS - Comedy Brew! English Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic
This Thursdays at ROBINS - Comedy Brew! English Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic
Come and get you **Comedy Brew**, your fix of English Stand-Up Comedy! We serve a fresh, locally sourced 'menu' of 10 comedians, as organic as your favorite farm-to-table meal, all geared up to make you laugh out loud. **Tickets at:** [https://bit.ly/iyfcb](https://bit.ly/iyfcb) Unleash your laughter at [ROBIN's coffee](https://maps.app.goo.gl/E1e3H9GRDDJaPK8z9), the coziest New York-style coffee bar in the heart of Zürich. **Dare to Make 'Em Laugh? 🎤😂** Ever fantasized about grabbing the mic and cracking some jokes yourself? Well, your dream could come true! Visit [our performer's page](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/) to find out how you can take the stage and spread laughs like a pro. **See You There! 🎤😂** Come down to ROBIN's, break some bread, share some laughs, and maybe even catch the comedy bug yourself! See you there every Thursday! Powered by IN YOUR FACE Comedy 🌟 [Check Us Out!](https://instragram.com/inyourfacecomedy/) **Tickets at:** [https://eventfrog.ch/comedybrew](https://eventfrog.ch/comedybrew) **Frequently Asked Questions** * ***Is the show really in English?*** Absolutely. Every set is performed in English by a mix of Swiss-based and international comics, so no Swiss-German skills required. * ***What’s a “Comedy Open Mic”?*** It’s the testing ground for jokes. Pros road-test fresh material and brave newcomers grab their first five minutes. Expect some gems, some flops—and the fun of seeing comedy born in real time. * ***Will it be funny?*** Most of the time, yes! An open mic is a roller-coaster: seasoned acts, new voices, and the occasional glorious train-wreck. It’s all part of the charm. * ***Can I perform too?*** Yes - you need to book a spot - find out more about how to do it here: [https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/). * ***Do I need to buy tickets in advance?*** Please do. We’re usually running around before the show and door sales slow things down. If you’re stuck, we’ll try, but no promises. Link to tickets as at [https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/comedybrew/](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/comedybrew/) * ***How does seating work?*** First come, first served so grab a drink, snag a seat, and settle in. * ***Is food available at the bar?*** ROBIN’s serves drinks only. For a pre-show bite, try **Restaurant Johanniter** (classic Swiss) or **Holy Cow!** across the street for burgers. * ***Will the comedians pick on me?*** We chat with the crowd for laughs, not humiliation. Friendly banter only - you’re safe. * ***How long is the show?*** Doors open 7:30pm, show starts \~7:50pm with a 15 min break in the middle ending around 10pm. Enough time for the last trams home... * ***Age limit?*** All ages welcome of course 16+ recommended (adult themes, spicy language).
Punch Needle Workshop in Zürich
Punch Needle Workshop in Zürich
In this Punch Needle workshop, you'll transform simple threads into a unique work of art. Punch Needle is a modern yet relaxing embroidery technique where loops are created in the fabric using a special needle. This results in textured, soft surfaces and expressive patterns. The workshop is ideal for getting to know Punch Needle, unwinding creatively, or creating something beautiful with your own hands in a short amount of time – no prior experience necessary. At the beginning of the workshop, you'll receive a brief introduction to the basics of the Punch Needle technique. I'll show you step by step how to use the needle correctly, how to guide the thread, and how to create even loops. You'll learn what to pay attention to so that your design is neat and stable. The calm, even movement makes Punch Needle particularly relaxing and perfect for a creative break from everyday life. In the workshop, you can choose between two creative options: Option 1 – Embroider a Design You choose an existing (or your own) design and embroider it without a background. This option is ideal for beginners or anyone who wants to try Punch Needle in a straightforward way. The focus is entirely on the technique and the design itself. Here you can transform your work into a saucer. Option 2 – Design with Background Here you embroider your design including a background. This gives your work more depth and a particularly beautiful, flat texture. This option is suitable for anyone who wants to make their artwork a bit more elaborate. Here you can also transform your work into a saucer or hang it up as decoration. The maximum workshop duration is up to 1 hour. Depending on your pace and design, you can complete your work or a large part of it within this time. I will personally guide you throughout the entire workshop, give you tips, and support you with any questions or uncertainties. Everything is optional – the important thing is that you enjoy the process. All materials are included. You will work with high-quality yarns in various colors, fabric, a hoop, and a punch needle. You don't need to bring anything – except a desire for creativity. You can take your embroidered work home with you at the end, whether as a decoration, a gift, or a personal keepsake. If you're looking to discover something new, relax creatively, and create your own work of art in a short amount of time, this punch needle workshop is perfect for you. 🧶✨
Pub Quiz (Optional matching for singles)
Pub Quiz (Optional matching for singles)
**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/Jscl) or** **[tickets.social-circle.ch](https://tickets.social-circle.ch/)** 🎉 **Pub Quiz Night** 🎉 Join us for a night full of **mind-bending questions**, **unexpected twists**, and **more laughs than right answers** (probably). Whether you're a trivia wizard or just really good at pretending you know stuff, this night’s for you! Join our whatsapp group for updates on this event: [https://link.social-circle.ch/vo0l](https://link.social-circle.ch/vo0l) 📍 **Location:** BOHO 💰 **Price:** 15.- (includes tasty snacks + a prize for the winning team 🍾) 👥 **How Teams Work:** 🔹 Got a crew? Awesome, bring your squad and show us what you've got! 🔹 Looking to mingle with singles? We’ve got you! → Think 2 girls + 2 guys = the perfect cocktail of brainpower and awkward icebreakers 🔹 Not single? No problem! We’ll still team you up with some brilliant minds and maybe a few terrible guessers for balance 🏆 **What’s in it for you?** Glory, bragging rights, and the sweet, sweet taste of Prosecco-fueled victory. 💬 **Come for the trivia, stay for the chaos.** Spots are limited, so grab your seat before your smarter friend does! 🎟️ ​P.S. Pictures might be taken during the event, if you do not want it please let the organizer know. Tickets are non-refundable. **Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community:** [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)

French Events This Week

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PM Session - Open Level Play
PM Session - Open Level Play
Welcome to the Open Level Play Session. This session takes place every Saturday from 12:15 to 13:45 at the Yonex Badminton Hall Hardbrücke. The number of players on the waitlist one week in advance determines the number of courts booked. If you are on the waitlist but can no longer attend, please remove yourself as early as possible. Open to players of all skill levels. This session is for doubles with a relaxed and social focus. Ideal for casual play, improvement and meeting new players. Payment can be made via TWINT after the session.
Freelance Friday Zürich
Freelance Friday Zürich
**🇩🇪 Die informellen Networking-Events für Freelancers und Solopreneure – neu mit Input-Referat!** Bist Du auf der Suche nach einer Community von Freelancer:innen und Solopreneur:innen, mit denen Du Dich treffen kannst? Sei es zum Austausch von Erfahrungen, Tipps und Tricks, neuen Businesskontakten oder einfach einem entspannten Start ins Wochenende? – Dann ist der Freelance Friday Afterwork von Swiss Freelancers in Zusammenarbeit mit Blau10 Coworking Space die richtige Veranstaltung für Dich, um in lockerer Atmosphäre interessante Menschen zu treffen! Im Juni 2026 starten wir den Abend mit einem Input-Referat. Hast Du ein Thema, das auch für andere Freelancer:innen relevant ist? Dann melde Dich als Speaker für ein künftiges Meetup! 🇬🇧 **The informal networking gatherings of freelancers and solopreneurs** Are you looking for a community of freelancers and solopreneurs you can meet? Be it to exchange experiences, tips and tricks, new business contacts or just a relaxed kick-off into the weekend? - Then the Freelance Friday Afterwork by Swiss Freelancers, in cooperation with Blau10 coworking space, will be the ideal event for you to meet interesting peers in a laid-back atmosphere! From June 2026, we’ll kick off the evenings with a keynote presentation. Do you have a topic that would be relevant to other freelancers? If so, drop us a note to be a speaker for a future meetup!
AM Session - Open Level Play
AM Session - Open Level Play
Welcome to the Open Level Play Session. This session takes place every Saturday from 10:45 to 12:15 at the Yonex Badminton Hall Hardbrücke. The number of players on the waitlist one week in advance determines the number of courts booked. If you are on the waitlist but can no longer attend, please remove yourself as early as possible. Open to players of all skill levels. This session is for doubles with a relaxed and social focus. Ideal for casual play, improvement and meeting new players. Payment can be made via TWINT after the session.
Movie Night: Twelve Monkeys (1995)
Movie Night: Twelve Monkeys (1995)
In a bleak future where a deadly virus has wiped out most of humanity, James Cole (Bruce Willis) is a convict living in the subterranean ruins of Philadelphia. He is offered a chance at a pardon if he agrees to travel back in time to 1996. His mission: gather information about the *Army of the Twelve Monkeys*, the mysterious clandestine group believed to be responsible for the outbreak. However, the journey through time is imprecise, landing him in a mental institution years before the catastrophe, where his warnings of the future are dismissed as madness. Directed by Terry Gilliam *(The Life of Brian, Brazil, Time Bandits)*. Tickets: https://www.filmpodium.ch/film/172540/twelve-monkeys Dinner or drinks before the movie? Sitting together? Meeting point? We can coordinate it on our WhatsApp Group. Not a member? Ask the organizer for the invitation link. *Twelve Monkeys* USA, 1995 Director: Terry Gilliam 129 min https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114746/ Entrance fee: 18 CHF English, with German and French subtitles
🎶 ¡Concierto al aire libre con la Orquesta de la Ópera de Zúrich! 🎶🌞🍷
🎶 ¡Concierto al aire libre con la Orquesta de la Ópera de Zúrich! 🎶🌞🍷
Chicas, vamos a disfrutar juntas de un concierto en vivo al aire libre como parte del formato **«Ópera para Todos»**. Este año, y por primera vez, la **Orquesta de la Ópera de Zúrich** presentará un concierto muy especial bajo la dirección de **Gianandrea Noseda**, con el tenor **Benjamin Bernheim** como solista. El programa incluirá la majestuosa **Sinfonía n.º 9 de Antonín Dvořák “Del Nuevo Mundo”** y una selección de arias de ópera que prometen ponernos la piel de gallina. 🐔🐥🎼💫 Nos reuniremos a las **5:30 PM** para apartar lugar y disfrutar de una buena charla antes del concierto. 💡 **Traigan sus sillas plegables** para estar más cómodas o una manta y, si les apetece, un picnic 🧺. También habrá opciones para comprar comida y bebidas en el lugar. 👉 Por favor, **confirmen su asistencia (RSVP)**. 📍 **Lugar:** Sechseläutenplatz 🗓️ **Fecha:** Domingo 28 de junio 🗣️ **Nos reunimos a las** 5:30 PM 🕕 **Inicio del concierto:** 8:00 PM 🎟️ **Entrada libre** ¡Disfrutemos de una tarde de verano entre amigas! 🎶🩷 🌞 👉 Únete a nuestro grupo de **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BlzRIh1oN1e4h9qIPEI6Vx)**, donde coordinaremos todos los detalles de este evento y también compartimos información sobre otros planes y actividades. Un abrazo, Laura
Soul Recharge - 1:1 Reiki session
Soul Recharge - 1:1 Reiki session
A 1:1 Reiki journey where you receive focused healing, intuitive guidance, and space to reconnect with your inner flow. Discover more about me and my work on: https://thebecomingfield.com/
Padel & Pasta
Padel & Pasta
[⚠️ ](https://link.social-circle.ch/V3uy)**[>>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/V3uy)** or **[www.social-circle.ch](www.social-circle.ch)** Padel is the easiest racket sport to pick up. Five minutes on the court and you're rallying. We **mix the levels** so everyone has someone fun to play with. Come with friends, come solo, or come just for the pasta. Oh, and the **winning team** walks away with a **yearly Padel, Tennis & Pickelball membership** at TC Opfikon-Glattbrugg🏆 📲Join our **WhatsApp group** for updates on this event: [https://link.social-circle.ch/2Xsk](https://link.social-circle.ch/2Xsk) **The night** * 16:00 Arrival and speed friending rounds, so you actually know the people you'll share a court with 🤜🤛 * 16:45 Quick intro to the game: rules, scoring, the only three shots you need * 17:00 to 21:00 Warm-up games and the friendly tournament 🎾 (outdoor) \>\> 2 fields with games\, one with around the world\, one where you can improve your technique * 20:00 Winners announced, pasta comes out 🍝 * 21:00 Approximate end **The prize 🏆** The winning team takes home a yearly Padel membership at TC Opfikon worth **CHF 290.** The format is built so beginners and experienced players have a real shot at it. Teams get balanced across rounds, so winning is more about energy and teamwork than backhand technique. **This is for anyone...** ... curious about padel (no experience needed) ... who likes a relaxed competition with new people ... who likes pasta and music after sport **What's included** * Court time and equipment (rackets and balls provided) * Beginner-friendly intro and coaching during play by Nicolas Chicherio, trained Padel coach * Pasta and music after the games * Welcome drink Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp newsletter to stay updated: [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD) Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable.

French Events Near You

Connect with your local French community

Let’s Do French! 🇫🇷
Let’s Do French! 🇫🇷
Join us for a delightful brunch at Chouette, where we’ll enjoy delicious French-inspired cuisine, great conversation, and plenty of laughs. No passport required—just bring your appetite and your joie de vivre! Whether you’re a longtime member or joining us for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to meet new friends and spend a leisurely morning together. Please RSVP so we can reserve enough seats. À bientôt!
French conversation at La Chatelaine in Worthington.
French conversation at La Chatelaine in Worthington.
**This event is 2:30 - 4 pm Sunday.** Conversation tends toward intermediate/advanced, but everybody is welcome. If you come and don't see us right away, keep looking. We could be anywhere in the restaurant. Or out on the patio.
Saturday Morning French Club
Saturday Morning French Club
Bienvenue! We host a twice-a-month French conversation club at La Chatelaine on Lane. All levels welcome! Whether you're new to French or running for Président de la République you are welcome here! We often read plays together, play vocabulary games, and generally enjoy the delicious food available at La Chatelaine! We will be at the long table in the back of the restaurant. A bientôt!
Celebrate French Bastille Day!
Celebrate French Bastille Day!
*The streets of Columbus are going French this July!* The **[Chouette Bastille Day Festival](https://www.chouetterestaurant.com/)** returns to N. High Street this summer for an afternoon of live French jazz, traditional French cuisine, and premium cocktails, wines, and craft beers from our DORA bar. Free cover, festive, and entirely French.⁠ **⁠When:** Sunday, July 12th, 12PM to 4 PM - we'll meet about 2pm. **Parking**: Metropolis Parking garage, one block west. Metropolis Parking lot, one block east. **Note**: Feel free to come by early and grab a sit down lunch at one of the great restaurants nearby, if you like. Once the fest begins, eats n drinks purchased are walkabout, round tables, or lean in high tops. *You just may find me at a barstool at Hank's ;)*
Ladies Brunch at Carfagna’s🇮🇹
Ladies Brunch at Carfagna’s🇮🇹
Join us for a fun and relaxing brunch at Carfagna’s! Come enjoy delicious Italian food, great conversation, and a chance to connect with other amazing women in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re new to the group or a familiar face, we’d love to see you there. Please RSVP early so we can plan seating. Looking forward to a great brunch together!
Psychic Development Series  II - Pueo Group
Psychic Development Series II - Pueo Group
Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia