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***Note:*** *We receive bookings from many different platforms, so you can expect a lively group with people joining from all over the world. When you join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl**, you’ll be part of a fun, social crowd ready to explore the city together.* ### Original Athens Pub Crawl – Explore Athens by Night: Looking for the best way to experience Athens nightlife? The **Original Athens Pub Crawl** is the ultimate evening adventure for travelers who want to explore the city after dark, meet new people, and enjoy an unforgettable night out. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups, this crawl takes you through some of Athens’ most exciting nightlife districts, mixing popular venues with hidden local gems. Led by friendly local hosts, you’ll discover Athens in a whole new light—through its buzzing atmosphere, music, and social energy. Expect a night filled with fun activities, interactive games, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow travelers from around the world. Whether you’re here for one night or a full holiday, the Original Athens Pub Crawl guarantees a memorable evening of laughter, culture, and new friendships. **Highlights:** * Experience Athens nightlife with local hosts and fellow travelers * Explore a mix of lively venues, social spots, and hidden gems * Join fun games and activities that keep the energy going all night * Meet new friends from across the globe in a relaxed, friendly setting * A perfect choice for solo adventurers, groups of friends, or party lovers Make your trip to Athens unforgettable—join the **Original Athens Pub Crawl** and dive into the city’s vibrant night scene!

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. 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: 11:00 - quick intros. 11:15 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 12:15 - (the end) chat / take off / keep writing / socialising. 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. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at To Theatron! What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Ideally come with your laptop fully charged in case there are not enough plugs for everyone. Other Important Details: -Theatron is close to the newly-opened metro station Dimotiko Theatro. The tram also stops right outside, and there are several bus stops nearby. -There is a parking service nearby on Kountouriotou 137 if you are unable to find a parking space. -Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

🍵🥐 Coffee · Tea · Brunch Social #2 🚀 Back by Popular Demand | Second Morning Event at Katechaki After an incredible first brunch social, we’re doing it again! The vibe, the conversations, the relaxed daytime energy—it all worked perfectly, and now it’s your chance to join the second edition. 📍 The Space Cozy, independent two-floor venue with character Upper floor lounge: sofas, relaxed setup, large TV Smoker-friendly, intimate area Floor with natural, handmade herbs Amazing team making it all happen 🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📌 Location on Google map https://maps.app.goo.gl/arqwyfy5fHTTvTAC7 ☕ House Support Policy Each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink (coffee or tea) during the event to support the venue. ⚠️ Limited Capacity & Booking Deadline Exclusive, intimate setup Only 10 spots available A few additional spots reserved for other platforms Booking closes Saturday, 7 February — once spots are gone, they’re gone! 📩 How to Join Message me with “Brunch” to secure your seat before the deadline. New energy. New connections. Same incredible atmosphere. Don’t miss brunch social #2—be part of the momentum from the start. — Mamad Your friend and organizer 😁 Our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA== #AthensMeetup #MeetupAthens #AthensBrunch #BrunchInAthens #AthensCoffee #CoffeeInAthens #TeaInAthens #AthensCafe #AthensCafes #CafeCultureAthens #SundayBrunchAthens #WeekendBrunchAthens #SundayInAthens #WeekendInAthens #MorningInAthens #MorningMeetup #BrunchMeetup #CoffeeMeetup #TeaMeetup #SocialMeetupAthens #AthensSocial #AthensSocialLife #MeetNewPeopleAthens #MakeFriendsAthens #AthensHangout #AthensLifestyle #AthensLife #UrbanAthens #AthensWeekend #WeekendVibesAthens #RelaxedVibesAthens #ChillAthens #BrunchLoversAthens #CoffeeLoversAthens #TeaLoversAthens #SundaySocialAthens #WeekendSocialAthens #AthensCommunity #InternationalAthens #ExpatsInAthens #DigitalNomadsAthens #AthensNetworking #CasualMeetup #FriendlyMeetup #OpenMeetupAthens #AthensMorning #BrunchTimeAthens #CoffeeTimeAthens #TeaTimeAthens #ΜeetupΑθήνα #ΣυναντήσειςΑθήνα #ΜπραντςΑθήνα #ΜπραντςΣτηνΑθήνα #ΚαφέςΑθήνα #ΚαφέςΣτηνΑθήνα #ΤσάιΑθήνα #ΚαφέΑθήνα #ΚαφέΣτηνΑθήνα #ΚουλτούραΚαφέ #ΚυριακήΑθήνα #ΚυριακάτικοΜπραντς #ΣαββατοκύριακοΑθήνα #ΠρωινόΑθήνα #ΠρωινήΣυνάντηση #ΜπραντςΣυνάντηση #ΣυνάντησηΚαφέ #ΣυνάντησηΤσαγιού #ΚοινωνικήΣυνάντηση #ΚοινωνικήΖωήΑθήνα #ΓνώρισεΚόσμο #ΚάνεΝέουςΦίλους #ΠαρέαΑθήνα #ΧαλαρήΈξοδος #ΖωήΣτηνΑθήνα #ΑθηναϊκήΖωή #ΑστικήΖωή #ΚυριακάτικηΒόλτα #ΧαλαράΣτηνΑθήνα #ChillΑθήνα #ΜπραντςLovers #CoffeeLovers #TeaLovers #ΚυριακήSocial #SocialΚυριακή #ΚοινότηταΑθήνα #ΔιεθνήςΑθήνα #ΞένοιΣτηνΑθήνα #ΕκπατΑθήνα #ΨηφιακοίΝομάδες #NetworkingΑθήνα #ΧαλαρήΣυνάντηση #ΦιλικήΣυνάντηση #ΑνοιχτήΣυνάντηση #ΠρωινήΑθήνα #ΏραΓιαΜπραντς #ΏραΓιαΚαφέ #ΏραΓιαΤσάι

🍵🥐 Coffee · Tea · Brunch Social #2 🚀 Back by Popular Demand | Second Morning Event at Katechaki After an incredible first brunch social, we’re doing it again! The vibe, the conversations, the relaxed daytime energy—it all worked perfectly, and now it’s your chance to join the second edition. 📍 The Space Cozy, independent two-floor venue with character Upper floor lounge: sofas, relaxed setup, large TV Smoker-friendly, intimate area Floor with natural, handmade herbs Amazing team making it all happen 🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📌 Location on Google map https://maps.app.goo.gl/arqwyfy5fHTTvTAC7 ☕ House Support Policy Each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink (coffee or tea) during the event to support the venue. ⚠️ Limited Capacity & Booking Deadline Exclusive, intimate setup Only 10 spots available A few additional spots reserved for other platforms Booking closes Saturday, 7 February — once spots are gone, they’re gone! 📩 How to Join Message me with “Brunch” to secure your seat before the deadline. New energy. New connections. Same incredible atmosphere. Don’t miss brunch social #2—be part of the momentum from the start. — Mamad Your friend and organizer 😁 Our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA==

Coffee & Chat (& Brunch) Come and make new friends this Sunday over a nice coffee & chat (& Brunch), the perfect way to end the weekend. Everyone is welcome, International & Greek, meeting in English (but other languages are welcome) Let's meet at En Aithria from 12 to 16/17. Ask for the coffee group https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecdSiXxg6sT8h6kF7 +32486805343 Whatsapp Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Λίγο πριν ξεκινήσει η νέα εβδομάδα, πάρε μια ανάσα και έλα να γεμίσεις ενέργεια, καθαρότητα και δύναμη μαζί με άλλους άντρες που ψάχνουν το κάτι παραπάνω. Αυτή η συνάντηση είναι για σένα αν θέλεις: * Να μιλήσεις ανοιχτά χωρίς να σε κρίνει κανείς. * Να ακούσεις και να εμπνευστείς από τις ιστορίες των άλλων. * Να βάλεις προτεραιότητες και να ξεκινήσεις τη βδομάδα πιο συνειδητά. Ο κύκλος θα συντονιστεί από έμπειρο coach και η κουβέντα θα έχει ουσία, παρουσία και αληθινή στήριξη — χωρίς συμβουλές, μόνο κατανόηση και ερωτήσεις που πάνε βαθύτερα. **Τι να περιμένεις:** ✨ Μοίρασμα εμπειριών σε κλίμα ασφάλειας και εμπιστοσύνης ✨ Μικροί στόχοι για τη βδομάδα, με στήριξη από την ομάδα ✨ Σύνδεση με αυθεντικότητα και σεβασμό 📍 Χώρος: 42 Zone, Αγ. Αναργύρων 16, Αθήνα 105 54 🪙 Συμμετοχή: 5€/άτομο Έλα όπως είσαι. Εδώ δεν χρειάζεται να αποδείξεις τίποτα σε κανέναν. Ανυπομονώ να τα πούμε από κοντά.

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. 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: 11:00 - quick intros. 11:15 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 12:15 - (the end) chat / take off / keep writing / socialising. 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. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at To Theatron! What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Ideally come with your laptop fully charged in case there are not enough plugs for everyone. Other Important Details: -Theatron is close to the newly-opened metro station Dimotiko Theatro. The tram also stops right outside, and there are several bus stops nearby. -There is a parking service nearby on Kountouriotou 137 if you are unable to find a parking space. -Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

🍵🥐 Coffee · Tea · Brunch Social #2 🚀 Back by Popular Demand | Second Morning Event at Katechaki After an incredible first brunch social, we’re doing it again! The vibe, the conversations, the relaxed daytime energy—it all worked perfectly, and now it’s your chance to join the second edition. 📍 The Space Cozy, independent two-floor venue with character Upper floor lounge: sofas, relaxed setup, large TV Smoker-friendly, intimate area Floor with natural, handmade herbs Amazing team making it all happen 🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📌 Location on Google map https://maps.app.goo.gl/arqwyfy5fHTTvTAC7 ☕ House Support Policy Each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink (coffee or tea) during the event to support the venue. ⚠️ Limited Capacity & Booking Deadline Exclusive, intimate setup Only 10 spots available A few additional spots reserved for other platforms Booking closes Saturday, 7 February — once spots are gone, they’re gone! 📩 How to Join Message me with “Brunch” to secure your seat before the deadline. New energy. New connections. Same incredible atmosphere. Don’t miss brunch social #2—be part of the momentum from the start. — Mamad Your friend and organizer 😁 Our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA== #AthensMeetup #MeetupAthens #AthensBrunch #BrunchInAthens #AthensCoffee #CoffeeInAthens #TeaInAthens #AthensCafe #AthensCafes #CafeCultureAthens #SundayBrunchAthens #WeekendBrunchAthens #SundayInAthens #WeekendInAthens #MorningInAthens #MorningMeetup #BrunchMeetup #CoffeeMeetup #TeaMeetup #SocialMeetupAthens #AthensSocial #AthensSocialLife #MeetNewPeopleAthens #MakeFriendsAthens #AthensHangout #AthensLifestyle #AthensLife #UrbanAthens #AthensWeekend #WeekendVibesAthens #RelaxedVibesAthens #ChillAthens #BrunchLoversAthens #CoffeeLoversAthens #TeaLoversAthens #SundaySocialAthens #WeekendSocialAthens #AthensCommunity #InternationalAthens #ExpatsInAthens #DigitalNomadsAthens #AthensNetworking #CasualMeetup #FriendlyMeetup #OpenMeetupAthens #AthensMorning #BrunchTimeAthens #CoffeeTimeAthens #TeaTimeAthens #ΜeetupΑθήνα #ΣυναντήσειςΑθήνα #ΜπραντςΑθήνα #ΜπραντςΣτηνΑθήνα #ΚαφέςΑθήνα #ΚαφέςΣτηνΑθήνα #ΤσάιΑθήνα #ΚαφέΑθήνα #ΚαφέΣτηνΑθήνα #ΚουλτούραΚαφέ #ΚυριακήΑθήνα #ΚυριακάτικοΜπραντς #ΣαββατοκύριακοΑθήνα #ΠρωινόΑθήνα #ΠρωινήΣυνάντηση #ΜπραντςΣυνάντηση #ΣυνάντησηΚαφέ #ΣυνάντησηΤσαγιού #ΚοινωνικήΣυνάντηση #ΚοινωνικήΖωήΑθήνα #ΓνώρισεΚόσμο #ΚάνεΝέουςΦίλους #ΠαρέαΑθήνα #ΧαλαρήΈξοδος #ΖωήΣτηνΑθήνα #ΑθηναϊκήΖωή #ΑστικήΖωή #ΚυριακάτικηΒόλτα #ΧαλαράΣτηνΑθήνα #ChillΑθήνα #ΜπραντςLovers #CoffeeLovers #TeaLovers #ΚυριακήSocial #SocialΚυριακή #ΚοινότηταΑθήνα #ΔιεθνήςΑθήνα #ΞένοιΣτηνΑθήνα #ΕκπατΑθήνα #ΨηφιακοίΝομάδες #NetworkingΑθήνα #ΧαλαρήΣυνάντηση #ΦιλικήΣυνάντηση #ΑνοιχτήΣυνάντηση #ΠρωινήΑθήνα #ΏραΓιαΜπραντς #ΏραΓιαΚαφέ #ΏραΓιαΤσάι

🍵🥐 Coffee · Tea · Brunch Social #2 🚀 Back by Popular Demand | Second Morning Event at Katechaki After an incredible first brunch social, we’re doing it again! The vibe, the conversations, the relaxed daytime energy—it all worked perfectly, and now it’s your chance to join the second edition. 📍 The Space Cozy, independent two-floor venue with character Upper floor lounge: sofas, relaxed setup, large TV Smoker-friendly, intimate area Floor with natural, handmade herbs Amazing team making it all happen 🗓 Sunday, 8 February 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📌 Location on Google map https://maps.app.goo.gl/arqwyfy5fHTTvTAC7 ☕ House Support Policy Each guest is kindly asked to order at least one drink (coffee or tea) during the event to support the venue. ⚠️ Limited Capacity & Booking Deadline Exclusive, intimate setup Only 10 spots available A few additional spots reserved for other platforms Booking closes Saturday, 7 February — once spots are gone, they’re gone! 📩 How to Join Message me with “Brunch” to secure your seat before the deadline. New energy. New connections. Same incredible atmosphere. Don’t miss brunch social #2—be part of the momentum from the start. — Mamad Your friend and organizer 😁 Our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA==

Coffee & Chat (& Brunch) Come and make new friends this Sunday over a nice coffee & chat (& Brunch), the perfect way to end the weekend. Everyone is welcome, International & Greek, meeting in English (but other languages are welcome) Let's meet at En Aithria from 12 to 16/17. Ask for the coffee group https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecdSiXxg6sT8h6kF7 +32486805343 Whatsapp Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Λίγο πριν ξεκινήσει η νέα εβδομάδα, πάρε μια ανάσα και έλα να γεμίσεις ενέργεια, καθαρότητα και δύναμη μαζί με άλλους άντρες που ψάχνουν το κάτι παραπάνω. Αυτή η συνάντηση είναι για σένα αν θέλεις: * Να μιλήσεις ανοιχτά χωρίς να σε κρίνει κανείς. * Να ακούσεις και να εμπνευστείς από τις ιστορίες των άλλων. * Να βάλεις προτεραιότητες και να ξεκινήσεις τη βδομάδα πιο συνειδητά. Ο κύκλος θα συντονιστεί από έμπειρο coach και η κουβέντα θα έχει ουσία, παρουσία και αληθινή στήριξη — χωρίς συμβουλές, μόνο κατανόηση και ερωτήσεις που πάνε βαθύτερα. **Τι να περιμένεις:** ✨ Μοίρασμα εμπειριών σε κλίμα ασφάλειας και εμπιστοσύνης ✨ Μικροί στόχοι για τη βδομάδα, με στήριξη από την ομάδα ✨ Σύνδεση με αυθεντικότητα και σεβασμό 📍 Χώρος: 42 Zone, Αγ. Αναργύρων 16, Αθήνα 105 54 🪙 Συμμετοχή: 5€/άτομο Έλα όπως είσαι. Εδώ δεν χρειάζεται να αποδείξεις τίποτα σε κανέναν. Ανυπομονώ να τα πούμε από κοντά.

Book your place at www.basketble.com Time: 17.00-18.30 (Athens Time) Duration: 1.5 hours Price: 10 Euros (payment at the basketball court) Facilities: Underground parking Game Setup (depending on the number of players) 3 teams of 5 players playing against each other Winner stays on but maximum 2 games 7 minute games You can play in the same team with your friends or we will place you in a team Come Out and Play!

**People Analytics 101: Making Sense of Compensation Data** Compensation data is one of the most widely used and widely misunderstood forms of people analytics. The session will cover where compensation data comes from, including market pricing data, internal payroll data, and benchmarking sources, and how companies think about structuring and analyzing that information. We will explore how compensation data is leveraged to set salary ranges, manage internal equity, support hiring and retention, and align pay with business strategy. A portion of the session will address common data challenges and limitations, such as market noise, inconsistent job matching, and incomplete datasets, while keeping the primary focus on practical use rather than technical depth. The session will also look ahead at where the space is going, including the growing impact of pay transparency laws, expanding pay equity requirements, and emerging regulations in the US and Europe that require organizations to report on gender and pay gaps. The goal is to give attendees a clear mental model for how compensation analytics works today and why getting it right is becoming increasingly critical. (note: we are back at Rev1 this month!) **About Our Speaker** [Alex Moore](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexscottmoore/) is the founder of [Moore Cooperative](https://moorecooperative.com/), where he advises organizations on compensation strategy, pay equity, and people analytics. His work focuses on helping organizations like the Ohio Supreme Court design, analyze, and communicate compensation systems that are data-informed, defensible, and aligned with organizational goals. Alex lives in Granville, Ohio and has three little kiddos. More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

**Our February novel is: Julia by Sandra Newman** **This month is a classic, dystopian, fiction, literary fiction, women’s fiction, and science fiction novel. The book is 394 pages in print and 14 hours and 20 minutes on audiobook.** **An imaginative, feminist, and brilliantly relevant-to-today retelling of Orwell’s 1984, from the point of view of Winston Smith’s lover, Julia, by critically acclaimed novelist Sandra Newman.** Julia Worthing is a mechanic, working in the Fiction Department at the Ministry of Truth. It’s 1984, and Britain (now called Airstrip One) has long been absorbed into the larger trans-Atlantic nation of Oceania. Oceania has been at war for as long as anyone can remember, and is ruled by an ultra-totalitarian Party, whose leader is a quasi-mythical figure called Big Brother. In short, everything about this world is as it is in Orwell’s 1984. All her life, Julia has known only Oceania, and, until she meets Winston Smith, she has never imagined anything else. She is an ideal citizen: cheerfully cynical, always ready with a bribe, piously repeating every political slogan while believing in nothing. She routinely breaks the rules, but also collaborates with the regime when necessary. Everyone likes Julia. Then one day she finds herself walking toward Winston Smith in a corridor and impulsively slips him a note, setting in motion the devastating, unforgettable events of the classic story. Julia takes us on a surprising journey through Orwell’s now-iconic dystopia, with twists that reveal unexpected sides not only to Julia, but to other familiar figures in the 1984 universe. This unique perspective lays bare our own world in haunting and provocative ways, just as the original did almost seventy-five years ago.

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Here is the secret of being positive and free: Thinking positively is not enough. You also have to get rid of the negative thinking. Your mind is like a garden. You can plant many beautiful flowers in it, but if you don't get rid of the weeds when you plant your flowers, the weeds will soon take over the whole garden. A positive thought is like a flower in your mental garden, and a negative thought is like a weed. You cannot expect to have a positive mindset if you continue to have negative thoughts dwelling and growing there. So, how do you get rid of the negative thoughts? That's what this Meetup is all about. Attend this local meeting and find out! The Meetup event will be led by a consultant who had helped many people live happier in life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.

**\*\*\*\* More details and sign up at: https://aifalliance.org/summit-2026/ \*\*\*\*** **What is AI Freedom Alliance?** AI Freedom Alliance promotes the responsible growth of AI guided by practical, commonsense ethics. Our nonprofit is built by professionals from a wide range of industries and is made up entirely of small- and mediumbusiness representatives—never large tech companies. We provide a counterbalance to big corporate influence, focusing instead on how AI can benefit businesses and the world at large. **What’s Happening?** ***The inaugural AI Freedom Alliance Summit.*** This full-day event will explore how we can ensure AI is adopted responsibly through shared ethical standards that empower humanity. The summit will feature interactive and educational sessions led by thought leaders, technologists, policymakers, and advocates who are passionate about making AI fair, transparent, and beneficial for everyone. **Why Attend?** Learn about the legal and technical challenges with implementing AI solutions within your organization. Build better solutions while protecting your organization from legal and compliance risks. And learn how to think strategically about AI as a differentiation tool for your business. This summit is highly recommended for C-Suite leaders to learn as well as interact with each other and our sponsors.

This is not just a money class. This is a restoration space. The I AM Worthy of Ownership™ Path is a 12-step, sister-centered journey for women who are ready to build financial stability without shame, fear, or pressure—and to do it in a way that honors both wisdom and the spirit. Many women don’t struggle with money because they lack discipline or intelligence. They struggle because of unhealed experiences, survival patterns, and the quiet belief that they are “behind” or “disqualified.” This series gently challenges those beliefs while offering practical tools for peace, clarity, and long-term planning. Together, we will talk honestly about: Releasing shame and money anxiety Building stability as a form of self-respect and spiritual discipline Understanding money as a tool, not a source of worth Managing debt with clarity instead of condemnation Preparing for life’s unexpected moments without fear Laying a calm foundation for future ownership and legacy Each session blends practical financial education with reflection, conversation, and encouragement. There is no pressure to share personal numbers or experiences. You are welcome to speak, journal quietly, or simply listen. This is not about hustle. This is not about perfection. This is about alignment, wisdom, and peace. Who this series is for: Women who are starting over or rebuilding Women who want stability without stress Women preparing for future ownership or housing decisions Women who want their financial lives to reflect wholeness, not fear No prior financial knowledge is required. Come as you are. Bring a notebook. Leave a little lighter than you arrived. Light refreshments will be served along with 30 minutes of networking.

The topic for February is "Transitions" 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!