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Critique-Free Writing Group [in-person & virtual]
This group is for anyone who writes - for any reason. Have a thesis or article you need to write? Trying to finish a novel or an academic paper? This group is for you.
We are currently meeting in-person at Locus Workspace. If you have any questions, contact Sonya Lano here or on Facebook or Messenger (https://www.facebook.com/sonya.lano).
We start at 9:00, introduce ourselves, and share a few words about what we're working on and what we hope to accomplish during the session. At the end of the session, you can give us a brief recap of how it went. We'll break at noon.
The afternoon session starts at 2:00 pm. You're welcome to join both sessions or just one. Please come as close to 9:00 as you can if you come for the morning session. If you come to the afternoon session, we are usually back by about a quarter to 2:00.
Žižkov Garden Party ☀️🌳 Live Music, Roof Concert & Chill! 🎶
After wrapping up at the Czech National Bank, we’re heading to Atrium Žižkov to trade economics for some incredible **live music 🎶 and chill garden vibes.** ☀️🌳
This place has an amazing atmosphere, and we'll get to experience everything from ambient gallery sounds to an actual **rooftop cello concert** 🎼🎻. Afterwards, the main courtyard will be filled with a mix of **swing, folklore, latino, and reggae vibes**—making it the perfect backdrop to chat, mingle, and relax in the afternoon sun. 😎🍻
It's the perfect way to chill out, enjoy some music, and get ready for **another awesome night at Hoffa!** 🤩
**📍Atrium Žižkov** - [https://maps.app.goo.gl/QmAYKipKhycbx43S9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/QmAYKipKhycbx43S9)
**🕒 THE PLAN:**
* **16:00 - Meet up** in front of the garden - [https://maps.app.goo.gl/N6K4AH5rMHBp26Ht8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/N6K4AH5rMHBp26Ht8)
* **16:15 - Rooftop Cello Concer**t - Cellist and composer Petr O. Stupka will be playing a dreamy, melancholic set using loops and syncope—right on the roof! A perfect moment to pause and dream.
* **17:00 - Garden Concert**: Typical Stereo Get ready to dance! This lively trio plays joyful music from all corners of the world, including swing, Balkan, Klezmer, Latino, and reggae.
* **18:00 - Main Hall Concert**: Tomáš Havlen A key figure in the Czech indie scene (half of the alt-pop duo post-hudba), Tomáš will perform tracks from his new alternative R&B solo album.
* **19:00 - Wrapping up** and heading to Hoffa Bar! 🤩 → [https://www.meetup.com/prague-together/events/314228414/](https://www.meetup.com/prague-together/events/314228414/)
**🎟️ FREE entry**, just pay for what you drink/eat
Official page: [https://atriumzizkov.cz/predstaveni/volnocasove/zahradni-slavnost/zahradni-slavnost/](https://atriumzizkov.cz/predstaveni/volnocasove/zahradni-slavnost/zahradni-slavnost/)
100M GOLD COIN 🪙✨ Secret CNB Vault Tour 🏦
This Saturday, we managed to secure 9 exclusive spots for a **GUIDED TOUR inside the SECRET VAULT** of the Czech National Bank. 🏦✨
You’ll get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the vault and stand face-to-face with the **LARGEST GOLD COIN** in Europe—a mind-blowing 100 million CZK in one, single gold piece. 🪙
We'll also dive into the history of the Czech koruna and get the inside scoop on how international banking actually works.
**Spots are limited.** Please only RSVP if you are 100% sure you can make it on time!
**📍CNB Visitor Center:** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/jvRYFsv8B38xB7ev6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jvRYFsv8B38xB7ev6)
**🕒 THE PLAN:**
* **12:45 - MEET UP:** Right in front of the visitor center[https://maps.app.goo.gl/CsxNWgH1N5DquY3u7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/CsxNWgH1N5DquY3u7)
* **13:00 SHARP!** - **GUIDED TOUR STARTS!!** \- Don't be late\, the vault doors wait for no one\!
* **14:30 - STROLL & CHILL** \- Wrapping up the guided tour and exploring the rest of the exhibition\.
* **15:30 - MOVE OUT** \- Heading over to the Atrium Žižkov Garden Party\! \- [https://www.meetup.com/prague-together/events/315266453/](https://www.meetup.com/prague-together/events/315266453/)
**🎟️ FREE ENTRY**
🔗 Official Event Page: [https://nc.cnb.cz/pub/en/exhibitions/people-and-money-exhibition-in-prague/#popis](https://nc.cnb.cz/pub/en/exhibitions/people-and-money-exhibition-in-prague/#popis)
The Bar Nomads 🤩🍹 #1 Social Mixer in Prague
**The ABSOLUTE BEST place to be on a Saturday night in Prague! 🤩🍹**
Every Saturday, we take over a stunning venue right in the city center and give you **total freedom to mingle at your own pace**. There’s no hand-holding, name tags, or stiff corporate icebreakers here—just a room full of great people skipping the small talk and **sparking real connections**. ✨
During peak hours, the room gets **TOTALLY MAGNETIC** and sometimes even beautifully chaotic. And to be honest, we love it exactly like this! Bar Nomads is all about pure social flow! ⚡🔥
If that’s your vibe, drop the city masks and dive headfirst into our lovely Hoffa madness. You’ll leave feeling energized, deeply connected, and a little bit more like **a true Praguer.** 😎🤙
Saturday running and coffee
NOTE THE TIME CHANGE TO 9AM
Hi All,
Come and join us for social running and a coffee!
We meet at the main gate of Vystaviste - tram stop Vystaviste Holesovice. We will run in Stromovka.
Usually we run around 50mins and it is up to everyone how many kilometres. We welcome all levels of runner. We can all run together or, if there is more of us, we can split into groups and at the end of the run we all meet close to the starting point to go for a coffee to a nice local coffee place (where they also sell cakes and great chocolate). If the weather is great, we can also just sit in one of the outside coffee placces in Stromovka and enjoy the sun.
This is where we meet:
http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/7/3/1/600_447930513.jpeg
Hike & Swimming in highest situated dam in Bohemia! ⛰️🏊♂️
Let's hike & swim!
The weekend is supposed to be pretty...warm, so there is no better way to spend the time than in a cooler place - in the mountains
where we can expect around 25°C, and finish a relaxed pace hike with cooling down - in the beautiful, clean, natural peaty water.
PLEASE TAKE FOOD and MAINLY ENOUGH WATER with you for the whole day. There is nothing in the mountains!
DO NOT FORGET YOUR SWIMSUIT (unless you plan to use the naturist beach ;-))
We will meet at the Praha - Černý Most bus station - platform 6. The bus station is actually below the metro line so you have to take the first stairs down.
Platform 6 should be right here where you see the yellow RegioJet bus.
I'm easily recognizable - tall, slim, green cap.
Estimated return back to Prague at 9 p.m.
Buy your ticket here (you can cancel it anytime if something), the bus is almost always full (especially now in summer) so do it in advance:
[https://regiojet.cz/?departureDate=2026-06-20&tariffs=REGULAR&fromLocationId=10202003&fromLocationType=CITY&toLocationId=17904003&toLocationType=CITY](https://regiojet.cz/?departureDate=2026-06-20&tariffs=REGULAR&fromLocationId=10202003&fromLocationType=CITY&toLocationId=17904003&toLocationType=CITY)
**Prague-Liberec - AN 9:00,**
**Liberec AN - Prague 19:40** (but you can use any station in Liberec, it does not matter)
Here is the approximate trail
https://mapy.com/s/popadetabe
I reserve the right to adjust the trail a bit depending on the group :-)
It's Czech Republic, not the Alpes so it is not very tough for people who are used to at least some hiking. But indeed there is an ascending part so a decent condition is surely required. You can check the elevation profile when you click on the map. I've made the trail 14 km long so it's not too tough, we don't have to rush, and have more time to enjoy the lake.
We will have to walk a few more km for the bus, but only after we have taken a dip and refreshed!
This event is free of charge (you just need money for bus tickets and train (around 300-350 CZK), but any **contribution for organizing and to cover the subscription fees is more than welcome** (100+ CZK is recommended, but it's totally up to you how much you think the trip was worth, your financial possibilities etc.).
I'm looking forward to seeing you all again!
Jirka 🙏🤗
BlaBla Language Exchange
\~FREE EVENT\~ (Tips are welcome)
Přejděte dolů na český jazyk
🇬🇧. Event Concept?
👉 Czech & Expats people can share their languages and socialize.
For introverts and shy people (we all are sometimes), we have ice-breaking games and more... so feel free to come by. It is a very friendly event to meet people around the world🙂
By the time you make new friends in the meetup, our after party starts :)
🏅It is the BIGGEST, Oldest & the Only Free Language Exchange
Event in the Czech Republic 🥰 (with 103 people)
--> Can i Come to the Event if my English or other language is bad😔?
☺YESS! your language level does not matter. You can also make friends.
🇨🇿Can Czech People also come?
Ofcourse! Everyone is invited
--> How does it work?
Dev (organiser) will give you the Sticker and will write your NAME & LANGUAGE you speak & want to exchange. Then you can join the Table of that language or meet the person of your language & make friends concurrently. (If you still don't understand, he will explain to you at the venue) 🙂
📍LOCATION
Tequila Tales Bar & Music Club
Újezd 19 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic
(Nearest tram stop- Hellichova & Ujezd)
🫡Do I need a Reservation?
No, Feel free to bring your friends
🤔Can I come late?
Its better if you come on time so you can meet maximum people.
❓Questions❓
Write to
+420 703 971 515 (call/ whatsapp)
https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/
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\~AKCE ZDARMA\~ (Tipy jsou vítány)
Přejděte dolů na český jazyk
🇬🇧. Koncept akce?
👉 Češi a cizinci mohou sdílet své jazyky a socializovat se.
Pro introverty a stydlivé lidi (všichni jsme někdy) máme hry na lámání ledu a další... tak neváhejte a přijďte. Je to velmi přátelská událost k setkání s lidmi po celém světě🙂
🏅Je to NEJVĚTŠÍ, nejstarší a jediná bezplatná jazyková výměnná akce v České republice (s 103 lidmi)
--> Mohu přijít na událost, když moje angličtina nebo jiný jazyk je špatný😔?
☺ANO! na vaší jazykové úrovni nezáleží. Můžete se také spřátelit.
🇨🇿Můžou přijít i Češi?
Samozřejmě! Všichni jsou zváni
--> Jak to funguje?
Dev (organizátor) vám dá nálepku a napíše vaše JMÉNO A JAZYK, kterým mluvíte a chcete si je vyměnit. Pak se můžete připojit ke stolu tohoto jazyka nebo se setkat s osobou vašeho jazyka a zároveň se spřátelit. (Pokud stále nerozumíte, vysvětlí vám to na místě konání) 🙂
📍 POLOHA
Tequila Tales Bar & Music Club
Újezd 19 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic
(Nearest tram stop- Hellichova & Ujezd)
Potřebuji rezervaci?
Ne, klidně vezměte své přátele
🤔 Můžu přijít pozdě?
Je lepší přijít včas, abyste mohli potkat maximum lidí.
❓Otázky❓
Napište našemu
+420 703 971 515 (call/ whatsapp)
https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/
Graffiti Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Sunday Stroll 😌🌳 Petřín Views & Hidden Palace Garden! 🚶
This Sunday, we’re heading up to see the iconic **Petřín Tower and exploring the beautiful Czernin Palace Garden.** If you haven't been, the palace garden is a total hidden gem—super peaceful, stunningly baroque, and only open to the public during the summer weekends.
It's the perfect way to **stretch your legs, meet cool new people, and soak in some of the best views in Prague** before heading to our weekly board games evening! 🎲🍻
📍Czernin Palace Garden: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/rkRnrF2BjgTqoqhA8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/rkRnrF2BjgTqoqhA8)
🕒 **THE PLAN:**
* **15:00 - MEET & STROLL**: Meeting up to wander through Petřín and the hidden Czernin Palace Garden. (Exact meeting spot details will be pinned here later this week!)
* **17:30 - MOVE OUT** \- Wrapping up the walk and heading over to Sunday Board Games\
**🎟️ FREE ENTRY**
🔗 Czernin Palace Garden Official Page:[https://prague.eu/en/objevujte/czernin-palace-garden/](https://prague.eu/en/objevujte/czernin-palace-garden/)
Sunday Chokes 🦑 BJJ No-Gi Open Mat 🥨 Beginners welcome
**The friendliest human pretzel making on a Sunday morning 🥨🥰**
We gather at 10:00 AM for a quick warmup (everyone on their own) and then start the timer with 5-minute rounds and 30-60s rests. About 90% of people roll No-Gi. If you want to bring your Gi, make sure to reach out to someone to coordinate before you arrive.
✅ **No experience needed** → Ask someone to show you around. It is up to them if they will (this is not a formal class, but the vibe is always friendly!) 🥋
✅ **No structure** → Roll every round, drill techniques, or just sit out and watch. 🤼
✅ **No partner needed** → We rotate! Feel free to ask anyone taking a break. 👋
✅ **Mat etiquette** → Clean gear, short nails, and flip-flops off the mat.🧼🩴 Wear a mouthguard (or do not complain afterwards!). 🛡️
✅ **BONUS gym access** → Your entry includes access to the adjacent weight room if you want to pump some iron! 🦾
✅ **Tickets** → Buy one entry to the GYM (150 CZK or a Multisport card) at the reception. **ASK for the RECEIPT** and have it ready to show before stepping onto the mat. 🎟️
*If you want to make new friends and have some good wrestles, grab your gear and let's make some Sunday pretzels!! 🥨🤼♂️🔥*
**Pro-tip:** Bring a water bottle! 💧 Note that there is no big hangout afterwards—we warm up, roll, thank everybody, and then go home to enjoy the rest of our Sunday. ✌️
Loaded Dice 🎲😇 Sunday Board Games & Socializing 🍻
**The BEST Board Game Event In Prague 🤠🍺**
Every Sunday, we offer a curated menu of 4–5 featured strategy games (check out the event photos below for this week's lineup!), a non-stop open table for casual games, and a vibrant space for chill socializing.
**Arrive at 18:00, grab a drink, and meet Luboš** (our Game Master). Tell him your vibe and experience level, and he’ll match you with the perfect table.
Whether you want to lock into a long-format featured game, jump into fast-paced open gaming, or just drop by for drinks and conversation, there's a perfect spot for you! 🚀✨
📍**The Down Under:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/uwi9GeuY27BkqnPn9
**✅ 100% FREE Entry:** No partners, experience, or games needed. We handle all the table matchmaking, setups, and rules!
**✅ 19:00 Sharp:** The long-format featured games lock in and begin. *Arriving late or leaving early? You can jump into the Open Gaming Zone at any time.* 🎲
**✅ Support the Venue:** There is no entry fee, so please support the pub by ordering some of their awesome food and drinks! 🍔🍺
Hosted in English. Casual snapshots are taken during the event.
Let's canoe in Křivoklátsko!
PLEASE NOTE that your attendance on this event is only confirmed (!) when you reserve your place on DiscoveringPrague.cz website here:
[https://www.discoveringprague.cz/event/lets-canoe-in-krivoklatsko-june-20-2026/](https://www.discoveringprague.cz/event/lets-canoe-in-krivoklatsko-june-20-2026/)
This is because the canoes have to be booked in advance. Thank you for your understanding & cooperation :)
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Ahój Discoverers!
Weather forecast promises proper summer weather for the weekend so let's cool down on the Berounka river.
The plan is to canoe some 12km/8 miles from the small town of Zbečno in the protected landscape area **Křivoklátsko**.
The route is suitable for beginners.
*You can join even if you haven’t canoed before as long as you can swim. You should also be somewhat physically coordinated and have patience to learn a new motor skill!*
I’m **not** a certified instructor however, I have taught countless people the basics of canoeing.
LOGISTICS
We will meet on Saturday 20th of June at **8:30** in front of the main ticket office at the Prague Main Railway Station.
We’ll be aiming to be back in Prague by **19:00**. However, we will be as fast as the slowest members of our group and an unexpected delay is possible. This is a **full-day event.**
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
• Shoes to wear in water (sandals, or you can buy special shoes for walking in water)
• Wear clothes which dry fast (NOT jeans)
• Sunscreen
• Towel and maybe some spare clothes (in case your canoe capsizes)
• Swimwear
• Bottle of water and a small snack.
• Put all your staff to a small compact bag – we will put all our belongings into water-proof barrels and they are not very large.
You need to be prepared for a possibility of the boat flipping (capsizing). Keep your phone in a waterproof case and have glasses on a string while on the river!
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PRICE: 890 CZK
(Includes train fare both ways, equipment rental and myself as your guide and organizer)
Food&drink is not included.
To be confirmed on the trip, you have to (!) book your place on Discovering Prague & CZ website here:
[https://www.discoveringprague.cz/event/lets-canoe-in-krivoklatsko-june-20-2026/](https://www.discoveringprague.cz/event/lets-canoe-in-krivoklatsko-june-20-2026/)
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You can also pay with benefit cards or vouchers! I accept Pluxee Card and vouchers, Edenred Card and vouchers and Benefity.cz and Benefity Plus card! To learn how to pay for Discovering Prague & CZ events with your Employee benefit card and vouchers go to this page: [https://discoveringprague.cz/how-to-pay-by-employee-benefits/](https://discoveringprague.cz/how-to-pay-by-employee-benefits/)
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I look forward to canoeing with you!
Cheers,
Filip
Join us for a 2.5-hour walk in the Old Town of Prague!
Who can attend this meetup:
The tour is an introduction to Prague and is mainly for expats and visitors to our city but everybody who would like to join is invited. ***Important***, please also fill in the booking form on our [website](https://freewalkingtourprague.eu/en/schedule) if you are planning to come (otherwise we will not expect you).
Description:
Meet us by the Powder Tower, the historical gate to the Old Town and starting point of the Royal Route.
Then have an educative walk through the narrow and picturesque streets of the historical center of Prague. Enjoy the unique diversity of architectural styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau. See some of the most interesting sites and get to know fascinating facts and legends of the 1000-year old capital of Bohemia.
End the tour at the riverside 5 minutes away from the Charles Bridge, from which you can continue the tour on your own (or again with us) towards Malá Strana or Prague Castle.
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Meeting point: We will be standing by the Powder Tower at the side of the Namestí Republiky square with a green umbrella in hand :)
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/tzqKpZ2945S2
Price: there is no fixed price, you will be able to decide yourself how much you value the tour. If you don't know how much is best (and can afford it) we recommend 200Kč, but it really depends on you how much you contribute.
Join us also on our [Facebook profile](https://www.facebook.com/freewalkingtoursprague/) :) and if you are travelling to other cities check out our friends at the [Free Tour Community website](https://freetourcommunity.com/).
For any questions, please contact us at info@freewalkingtourprague.eu. Unfortunately, the meetup application does not always send us phone notifications.
Reminder - only people who booked on our [official free walking tour website](https://freewalkingtourprague.eu/en/schedule) can join the tour and if the tour shows fully booked on the website it means there are no free spots. The meetup list doesn't count in this case.
We look forward to meeting you,
Michal, Amanda, Lana, Iva & Chris
SOCIAL PARTY 🥳 NIGHT IN PRAGUE
Welcome!
Our Prague event is a melting pot of cultures where Czech beer meets global chatter.
[[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/COaDT779p9EEZDtVxb3ukg)]
Every Saturday at 7:30 PM, locals, travelers, and expats (mostly in their 20s–30s) gather for fun and language exchange.
Whether you're fluent or just learning "hello," you’re invited. It’s casual, cool, and genuinely Prague.
SOCIAL PARTY
🎉 **SATURDAY SOCIAL VIBES – LET’S CONNECT!** 🎉
Ready to kick off your weekend the right way?
Join us this **Saturday from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM** for an energizing social gathering where the goal is simple: **meet new people, spark real conversations, and turn strangers into friends.** Whether you come solo or with a crew, this is your space to relax, laugh, and vibe with great company.
✨ Expect:
* Easygoing icebreakers & fun interactions
* A welcoming, no-pressure atmosphere
* Good energy and even better people
And when the clock hits 9… we turn it up. 🔥
The night continues with an **open party session** — music, dancing, and pure weekend freedom.
Stay as long as you like and let the good times roll.
💬 Because sometimes all you need is a little human connection to make your weekend unforgettable.
Bring your smile. Bring your energy.
We’ll take care of the rest. 😉
#SaturdayNight #MeetPeople #GoodVibesOnly #WeekendEnergy
Graffiti Events Near You
Connect with your local Graffiti community
Shut Up & Write!® East Side Columbus
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, February 11 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.
June Crafternoon: Art & Craft Day
**Join us for an afternoon of community art and craft time!**
Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you.
🧵 **What to Bring**
Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think:
* **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending.
* **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling.
* **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design.
* *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!*
**📍 Where to Find Us**
* We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilltop Branch** in **Meeting Room 4**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.**
**⏱️ Timeline**
* **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on.
* **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas.
**⚠️ A Note on RSVPs**
The RSVP count for this event is strictly limited to 10 spots.
If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. Please try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel, allowing folks on the waitlist time to check their schedule.
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**We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**
Drunken Philosophy: Where Is Everybody? The Fermi Paradox and the Great Filter
Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Come grab a drink and a seat at The Oracle.
**Optional topic for this meetup: Where is everybody?**
In 1950 the physicist Enrico Fermi was talking about aliens over lunch and asked a question that still has not gone away: if the universe is so vast and so old, and even a fraction of those billions of stars have planets, where is everyone? By the numbers the galaxy should be crowded with civilizations. Instead we look up and hear silence. That gap between "they should be everywhere" and "we see no one" is the Fermi Paradox.
One of the most unsettling answers is the idea of a **Great Filter**: somewhere on the road from dead chemistry to a galaxy-spanning civilization, there is at least one step that is almost impossible to get past. Maybe the filter is behind us. Maybe life starting at all, or simple cells becoming complex, or intelligence ever evolving, is the freak accident, and we already cleared the hard part. Or maybe the filter is ahead of us, and advanced civilizations reliably wipe themselves out before they spread.
Here is the part that messes with people. If we ever found life somewhere else, even pond scum on Mars, most people would call it the greatest discovery in history. But it might be the worst possible news. It would mean life is common, the early steps are easy, and the hard step is still in front of us. So the eerie silence overhead might actually be the best sign we could ask for.
**Questions to wrestle with:**
* Is it better to be alone? Would you rather we find alien life and learn we are not special, or find nothing and quietly improve our odds of surviving?
* Where do you bet the filter sits, behind us or ahead of us, and why?
* If it is ahead of us, what is it? Nuclear war, climate collapse, AI, something we cannot even picture yet? And can we do anything about a filter we cannot see coming?
* Two principles pull opposite ways here. The principle of mediocrity (the Copernican principle, Sagan's "no privileged place in the universe") says we are ordinary, so what happened on Earth probably happened everywhere, which makes the silence scream louder. The anthropic principle says of course we find ourselves somewhere life was possible, since we could not observe anything else, so our being here may say almost nothing about how common life is. Which lens do you trust, and does the silence still demand an answer once you account for observer selection?
* And if we did confirm life out there and had to accept we are not special, what would that do to belief in a higher power, and would shedding (or keeping) that belief help or hurt our odds of pulling together as one species?
* Does any of this change how you live, or how humanity should be spending its time and money right now?
As always the prompt is optional. Come for the conversation, stay for the drinks, and bring your own questions.
Men of Unity and Community
**Men of Unity** is a safe, welcoming space for men to connect, share, and grow together. In this circle, we explore what it means to live with purpose, integrity, and spiritual awareness in today’s world.
Through open dialogue, reflection, and mutual support, we learn to balance strength with compassion, confidence with humility, and action with mindfulness. Whether you’re seeking deeper spiritual connection, personal clarity, or simply a supportive brotherhood, this group invites you to bring your authentic self and grow in community.
This week the Men's of Group will meet at Scrambler's - the North Hamilton Road location:
5729 North Hamilton Road
Columbus, 43230
(Cross-Posting) From Joints to Gestures: Reading Hands in Unity
Do **NOT** sign up to this one and sign-up at https://www.meetup.com/columbusjs/events/313386504/
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A hand tracker gives you joints, not a gesture.
This talk shows how you get from raw joints to a "thumbs-up" in Unity: the pipeline that cleans up the data, how a gesture becomes a few 0-to-1 values within tolerance, and why orientation matters as much as finger shape.
Includes a live demo of tuning gesture thresholds.
Food and drinks will be available.
**LOCATION:**
6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017
**FREE PARKING:**
6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017
Creativity Circle: Simple Sun Catchers
Want to see your work shine and put your pride on display? Then come to July's Creativity Circle! We will be making simple Suncatchers with tissue paper! Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.
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