German Shepherd

This is one of our most popular events, which has been going on for decades. Anyone is welcome to join us! No registration or membership is required to join us in this friendly atmosphere to meet new people and catch up with old friends - a great way to build a network within the greater community.

We are currently playing in a regular group of 12 players at higher intermediate/advanced level. Your registrations here will first be on the waiting list and when confirmed, payment is to be made by twint to secure your spot for participation. There is a charge of Chf 22 per person. That is inclusive of feather shuttles. Place of event - Schumacher Sport Center, Am Stadtrand 46, Dübendorf. Court no. 10, 11 & 12

### Lass dich beschenken Bei uns kann man keine Kleidung kaufen und man muss auch nichts bringen, bevor man etwas mitnehmen darf. Auch hier gilt: Lass uns einander beschenken! Wenn Du ein paar neue Sachen mitnehmen magst, bekommst Du eine Schenkhaus-Tasche und darfst diese gerne randvoll mit Kleidung füllen. Bevor Du deine Tasche mitnimmst, vergiss nicht nachzusehen, ob ein QR-Code am Kleidungsstück ist, und bedank Dich bei der Person, die das Kleidungsstück abgegeben hat. Denn wir tauschen lieber Dankbarkeit und Aufmerksamkeit statt Geld und Waren.

Zürich Boardgame Group welcomes everyone to another boardgame event at Cevi. Nothing is required, just come as you are and prepare yourself for an evening of fun! The team speaks both German and English (and Danish). You can see our entire boardgame collection here (takes a moment to load in your browser): https://gameshelf.io/user/cevi Please let us know in advance if you want to play any of these games and we will bring them out for you to play! There will also be a selection of games from our collection to choose from. We look forward to seeing you!

**If you would like to sign up, please TWINT the 8.- CHF to me at +41 78 317 7037. If you do not have TWINT, please let me know and we can figure out an alternative.** Join us for a pick-up football session at Sportanlage *Heerenschürli* on February 20th from 20:00 - 21:30! Football players of all ages, genders, and skill levels are welcome. We will be playing on half a pitch, so hopefully we can get a good 7- or 8-a-side game going. All you have to do is bring your football boots. I will provide balls and bibs. If you have any issues finding the group, my cell number is +41 78 317 7037 and my WhatsApp is +1 (440) 225-3090. ⚠️ By attending, you agree to the Swiss Kicks liability disclaimer in the group description and play at your own risk ⚠️

Friday evening yoga and meditation in the lovely Yoga Cham studio. Join me for an uplifting and relaxing session to welcome the weekend. RSVP here or via https://app.cituro.com/booking/teriyoke Trial class CHF 10, repeat class CHF 30, abo available. Mats, blocks, straps, bolsters, blankets and cushions provided for. Class in German and/or English. Friday evenings, next dates: 13 Feb 2026 20 Feb 2026 6 Mar 2026 13 Mar 2026

Join us for a special Valentine’s Sausage Walk: a cozy afternoon for dachshunds and their humans to meet, walk, cuddle and make new furry friends. Whether you’re coming with your pup, your partner, or your best friends, everyone is welcome! Don’t forget your cutest outfits and lots of treats ✨ 📅 February 22, 2026 ⏰ 14:00 📍 Irchelpark We can’t wait to see a park full of little sausages and big love 💗 More info: https://www.instagram.com/dackelclub.zh?igsh=MWZiOXJtcXR1MzBpYg==

Want to meet new people while enjoying the nice weather outside (only in summer :)), have fun and improve your German skills at the same time? Or are you a native German speaker looking to help others speak the language while meeting great people from all over the globe? Let’s meet and practice German in a nice, relaxing atmosphere. - All levels are welcome, so don’t be shy and join us :) - Native speakers very welcome :) Bis Dann! Ferhat https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/8/f/8/600_466479160.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/9/3/a/600_466479226.jpeg

**[The 5 CHF fee goes as a donation to the sanctuary. Non-vegans are encouraged to join. ]** An encounter with an inspiring human can be life-changing. Their resilience, hard work, courage and unwavering dedication can awaken something within ourselves and motivate us to go on even in difficult times. In this very special event, we introduce you to *Beatrice Hunkeler,* who has built a sanctuary near Luzern that is a safe home to numerous horses, ponies, sheep, chickens, rabbits, dogs and cats 🐴🐑🐰 and creates a natural habitat and eco-friendly environment for wildlife. **About Beatrice:** Beatrice has rescued and single-handedly cared for over 80 animals in the last 10 years. An economist and tax lawyer by profession, she works full-time for her own consulting company and uses all of her free time to care for her rescued animals and advocate for the rights of animals and the protection of nature. Her Verein “Lebenshof Spirito Elvetico” is an organization dedicated to saving animals in need as well as education and awareness around animal welfare and plant-based living. **The event:** We will visit Beatrice’s sanctuary, hear her story, and spend meaningful time with the animals. Beatrice will share her journey—how she began, what sustained her through difficult times, where her work stands today, and raise problematic topics. You will hear the stories of individual animals she has rescued, how they have flourished in safety and care, and about the effect this work has had on Beatrice’s own life. She will also highlight her learnings and experiences over the years and will give us a glimpse into the inner worlds of equines, these intelligent and big but gentle animals. 🌿🐴 **Why join?** Few of us truly grasp the physical, mental and emotional demands of rescue work or the strength required to face cruelty and suffering we cannot always prevent. Beatrice embodies extraordinary resilience, emotional courage, and unwavering faith in purpose. The sanctuary she has built stands as a haven of kindness in an often cruel and indifferent world. Several of our members have already visited this remarkable place and felt compelled to share it with our community. This event offers ***two unique opportunities:*** **first**, witnessing what one person can achieve and how this experience may awaken your own sense of purpose and inspire meaningful change in your life. **Second**, spending time with innocent, intelligent and sentient non-human beings in their natural environment can ground us and reconnect us with what truly matters. ✨ Beyond personal growth, this event is simply a chance to share a meaningful and enjoyable experience with new and old friends—both human and animal. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- [**Important** **Note:** To avoid no-shows and thank Beatrice for hosting us, the event requires a fee of 5 CHF, which will go entirely as a donation to the sanctuary and be used for the care of the animals we meet. You can pay it directly to Beatrice at the venue. If you want to join but are tight on money, write me a DM and we can discuss an exception for you. If you are capable and like the sanctuary, you can consider increasing your donation. 💛 ] \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Logistics:** For those travelling from Zürich, we will meet **at Zürich HB** and use the train journey to Luzern (followed by a short bus ride) for some chit chat and socializing. We will take the **IR 70 connection at 10.10 a.m.** 🚂 If you live nearer to Luzern, you can also meet us directly at **Luzern HB at 10.50 a.m.** (do not be late as we have to take another bus). We will also travel back together, but you can leave earlier if you wish. Please bring a packed lunch, water bottle, and snacks for yourself. The venue has place to sit together and eat. Please join the **WhatsApp group** for better coordination: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DJWA8ibBUh63EGeku2hayJ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DJWA8ibBUh63EGeku2hayJ) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

The Year of the Fire Horse combines two dynamic and powerful energies: the force of fire and the speed of a horse. This is a year where things can go quickly…conscious slowing down, listening to our inner wisdom and being present will be crucial to make this the effective and positively transformative year that it has the potential to be. Join us for an afternoon of Chinese brush painting and mantra singing to come into celebratory, heart opening presence ending with a yoga nidra for reconnection to intuition and deep rest. With Myriam Bartu and Rajani Battula. At Zurich Dynamic Yoga Academy, Gewerbestrasse 24, Thalwil * Yoga Nidra & Sound Healing Relaxation * Chinese Brush Painting for presence * Mantras and Bhajans singing * Intentions setting @Zurich Dynamic Yoga Academy, Gewerbestrasse 24, Thalwil and in Sihlwald Energy Exchange 60.- With a friend: 100.- A day to uplift and balance as we begin the year of the fire horse. More details on the website [www.reconnectionrest.org](http://www.reconnectionrest.org/) [Please book here: [https://share.formgrid.com/HnTuTJMbd0qyE0dl](https://share.formgrid.com/HnTuTJMbd0qyE0dl)](https://share.formgrid.com/HnTuTJMbd0qyE0dl)

SUNDAY FUNDAY Join us for our monthly Brunch catch up :D **All you can eat!** A delicious selection of hot and cold options 1 Coffee or Tea and 1 Orange Juice included. After midday Pasta options also become available CHF 48.00 per person Menu Info [HERE](https://www.ambrosi.ch/sonntags-brunch/) Limited seating / ONLY BY CONFIRMATION Please **join the chat** **[HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ImecPuRlcMx0ND8RBp19Y5)** and **seating has to be confirmed** in the chat!

Dear friends, food lovers, and EatPositive Switzerland family, The first potluck at the new location in the Coworking Lounge was amazing. Such a great location! It was lovely seeing some familiar and new faces. This month’s gathering will be as always all about **food, connection, and community**. Plenty of time to share stories, inspire one another, and enjoy a cozy afternoon together. **Program Overview:** 16:30 \| Arrival 16:35 \| Conversations\, sharing stories\, and games for those who are keen 17:00 \| Buffet Feast where we enjoy everyone’s homemade creations 20:00 \| Cleanup together **What to Bring?** 🍽 Your own plate, fork & serving utensils 🌱 A vegan dish (for at least 4 people) 💚 Every event is unique and unrepeatable. The mix of people, food, and energy creates something wonderful. Very much looking forward, Debora & the EatPositive Team 💚

# The Ostrich Social #### 3408 Indianola Ave Dresden Stammtisch is a monthly social gathering for members and friends of Dresden Sister City, Inc. The event is free and open to the public. We speak German or English - it is largely up to you!

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

Coffee and conversation at [Stauf's Coffee Roasters](https://www.staufs.com/) in German Village. Street parking is free on Sundays.

**Summary** For this event, we will do the [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at [The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/), a ten-thousand acre conservation center in Muskingum County. It is the largest such center in North America and one of the largest in the entire world. During this tour, we'll visit The Wilds' rhino herd in their state-of-the-art heated barns and learn how The Wilds' animal management team takes care of one of the largest herds of rhinos outside of Africa and Asia. **The date and time of this tour** We will be doing the 1:00 p.m. [Rhino Barn Tour](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) on Saturday, February 28. The tour is scheduled to last 90 minutes. **What you need to do to attend** Signing up here on Meetup will not get you into The Wilds for the tour. You must go out to The Wilds' [website](https://www.thewilds.org/) and [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour). Please [purchase your ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour), then sign up here on Meetup so I know how many to expect. **Attendance cap** There are only eight total slots/tickets available for this tour. As I obviously have already bought one of the tickets, that leaves seven spaces for everyone else. If you are interested in this event, I urge you to [buy a ticket](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) at The Wilds' website as soon as possible. Since their website is obviously public, nothing prevents other people having nothing to do with *GOhio!* from buying their own tickets, thereby potentially taking an available slot away from you. **Additional notes on attendance** I have now run several events at The Wilds. While the location of The Wilds and the pricing of the tickets generally leads to small turnouts, the people who have gone have all enjoyed it and were glad they went. If you've never been to The Wilds and you like zoos or animals at all, you are likely to find any tour at The Wilds to be a rewarding experience. **Tickets and pricing** [Tickets](https://www.thewilds.org/rhino-barn-tour) for this tour are $95, or $76 if you're a Wilds' member. I've posted screen shots, below, to help you be sure you're buying tickets for the correct event. Wilds' memberships pay for themselves if you go to The Wilds at least twice a year, and [Columbus Zoo members](https://www.columbuszoo.org/membership) get a discount on memberships to The Wilds. I will always run at least two events a year at The Wilds. Tickets for all Wilds' tours must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance of the actual tour. **Cancellations and refunds** Per The Wilds' [Cancellation Policy](https://www.thewilds.org/policies): *In order to be eligible for refund and accrue no rescheduling fees, cancellations must be made at least 14 days in advance of reservation. Cancellations made within 14 days of reservation will not receive a refund.* You may [contact The Wilds](https://www.thewilds.org/contact) at (740) 638-5030 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., or you can email them at information@thewilds.org. **Waiver of liability** After you purchase your ticket, you will likely be asked to fill out a waiver of liability. This is a very short document and should take you no more than two minutes to complete. **Where we'll meet** We will meet at The Wilds, whose actual address is [14000 International Rd, Cumberland, OH 43732](https://www.google.com/maps/place/14000+International+Rd,+Cumberland,+OH+43732/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837dae07a595557:0xa1ceca93325a8bd1?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). Please try to be there by 12:30 p.m. For most Wilds' tours, a shuttle bus will take you to the actual spot of the tour. So think of this as though you're going to the airport to catch a flight. It helps to be on time. The Wilds generally asks that people arrive at least thirty minutes because the scheduled start time of their tour. **GPS / Getting to The Wilds** The Wilds is in a very rural area, but I've never had a problem getting there with my GPS (I have Verizon). I've also uploaded a JPG map, below, of Muskingum County. Sometimes, though, it's hard to get a signal when you're at The Wilds and getting ready to leave. So you might want to consider downloading an offline map in Google Maps. Your cell phone should pick up a signal, however, within a few minutes after you leave. The Wilds' Visitor Center does have free Wi-Fi. **Carpooling?** If you want to carpool, I recommend discussing this in the comments, below, to this event. While I don't myself carpool, I will do what I can to help you arrange something if I can. **The weather** Dress for the weather. Just because the barn is heated doesn't mean it will be warm. And wear closed-toed shoes. Wilds' tours typically run no matter what the weather is. **After the tour** Once we're done with the rhinos, we'll head over to the very highly rated [Y-Bridge Brewing Company](https://ybridgebrewing.com/). The brewery is about thirty minutes from The Wilds, and it will be on the way back to Columbus for most, if not all, of us. The brewery's actual address is [1417 Linden Ave Ste D, Zanesville, OH 43701](https://www.google.com/maps/place/1417+Linden+Ave+d,+Zanesville,+OH+43701/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x8837edd6cc50824f:0xe3a0af1ccb2aefbf?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111). Y-Bridge Brewing does not serve food; however, they have several [food options](https://ybridgebrewing.com/food-options). I encourage you to check these out ahead of time on their website for yourself. However, here are a few of them: *Within walking distance -- 120 feet away* * [Angry Bull Saloon](https://www.facebook.com/AngryBullSaloonZanesville/) (pizza & subs) * The Corner Pub Sports Bar and Grill (classic bar food) *Delivery options -- [Door Dash](https://www.doordash.com/)* * [4 Star Pizza](https://fourstarpizza.com/), (740) 452-9300 * [Donatos](https://www.donatos.com/), (740) 452-7900 * [Pizza Cottage](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/), (740) 455-6000 * [Dominos](https://www.dominos.com/), (740) 455-3126 * [Papa John's](https://www.papajohns.com/), (740) 450-4100 If you live in the area or can't make The Wilds but still want to meet us at the brewery, that's fine too.

We'll play board games at the [Land-Grant Brewing Company](https://landgrantbrewing.com/). The brewery has multiple [food trucks](https://landgrantbrewing.com/food/) on Sundays, including [Ray Ray's Hog Pit](https://rayrayshogpit.com/franklinton), [Buck City Sammies](https://www.buckcitysammies.com/menu), and [Hai Poké](https://www.haipokefoodtruck.com/). The brewery also has (passable) drip coffee, free water, and Jeni's ice cream. You can also walk over to the [Land Grant Extension](https://callinyourbluffcoffee.com/) for "real" coffee. (You may have to stand in line, though. The Extension is popular.) You can come late or leave early. Please just sign up so I know to expect you. **Notes on Parking** * You'll (probably) have to park on the street, but street parking is free on Sundays. * There are [parking garages](https://landgrantbrewing.com/parking/) a little farther away if you want. These are obviously not free, though. * There is a [lot next door](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.0%22N+83%C2%B000'40.9%22W/@39.957211,-83.0119921,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x88388f3efd89238b:0xc139207386232411!2sLand-Grant+Brewing+Company!8m2!3d39.9577613!4d-83.011426!16s%2Fg%2F1pzt7t9df!3m3!8m2!3d39.957211!4d-83.011347?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) to the brewery that you're allowed to park in, but it is not free. I've never parked there, so I don't know anything about rates. (I'm told though that if you eat at Milo's Deli next door to this lot that Milo's will stamp your parking so it's free.) * You're going to see odd signs on [Lucas St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.1%22N+83%C2%B000'40.3%22W/@39.957256,-83.0124134,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zMznCsDU3JzI4LjgiTiA4M8KwMDAnNDEuNSJX!8m2!3d39.957993!4d-83.011536!3m3!8m2!3d39.957256!4d-83.011197?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) (saying it's a "private street") that will lead you to believe you're not allowed to park there, but you actually are. * Columbus parking cops literally do not work on Sundays. This means that, even if you're driving a non-EV, you can park in the EV spots near the brewery. **Games** I do bring many games, but please bring some of your own as well.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.