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-Outdoor Functional Training for All Fitness Levels- Join us as we combine healthy, balanced movement with fun, gamified ideas to give you our unique FUNctional training! And in case that doesn’t really tell you what to expect, just think short intervals of exercise combined together in a playful and interactive way to help you strengthen your body in a sustainable way while allowing you to meet new people (and often even forget how hard you’re working out). As a reminder for those nervous about their fitness level: Everything we do, we do with all fitness levels in mind; so the exercises are always adjustable to your level and you’re always strongly encouraged to take it at your own pace - I mean, we’re not called My Pace for nothing! How to find us: We meet and train behind the calisthenics workout station on the Zirkuswiese of the Prater. Here a link to the location on Google maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/QdRPEaYTiavZbmVW7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/QdRPEaYTiavZbmVW7) Cost: In the interest of inclusivity, we've decided to make our sessions donations based here, so you're invited to pay what you can afford. If that actually makes you more uncomfortable and doesn't make it easier to come, know that we've received donations from €2 to €20 and they all made us very happy, because our primary goal is to get people moving and to show them it can be fun all in all. The money is secondary. One other thing that’s useful to know: - In the case of bad weather, we do have a back-up location that will protect us from the rain. Should we need to move, we will change the location of this event here. Please feel free to check back here before any event where you suspect bad weather or, even better, simply get in touch with us! We’re available via WhatsApp message (+436802355041) or email (office@mypace.at). If you'd like to know more about My Pace, feel free to visit our website at [https://www.mypace.at](https://www.mypace.at)

This is a Football "Friendly Match" session - supervised full or half pitch football (skill & position improvements). Add your name on the list if you are interested to be part of this.

**Would you love to visit Paris but don't speak a word of French?** *Join my course and consider your problem solved! - If you speak **ABSOLUTELY NO** French yet, you’ve come to the **RIGHT PLACE**! *This course is perfect for **BEGINNERS** and covers basic A1-level skills. There are 9 independent modules, each lasting 2 hours. You are welcome to attend the full course or just individual sessions. **Dates:** Wednesdays – **April 29, May 06, May 13, June 03, thursday June 11, June 17, June 24, July 01, July 08.** **----------------------------------------------------** **Theme on 17.06: Going shopping** **----------------------------------------------------** *This is **NOT** your average language course –* *it’s a relaxed way to play with words and get you excited for your trip!* *By the end of the course, you won’t be speaking perfect French, but you’ll likely be able to buy a baguette, order a drink, ask for directions, and actually understand the answer...* **The primary language of instruction is German, with English translations provided if necessary.** Since I am teaching this course for the first time, participation is **free of charge**. However, I would appreciate a voluntary donation for the neighborhood center hosting the course. The center is an independent social institution funded by donations. **++++** **Du würdest gerne mal nach Paris fahren, aber sprichst kein Wort Französisch?** *Komm in meinen Kurs und dein Problem ist gelöst! - **Wenn du noch GAR KEIN Französisch kannst, bist du hier GENAU RICHTIG!** *Der Kurs ist super für EINSTEIGER und vermittelt einige Basiskenntnisse auf Niveau A1. **Es gibt 9 voneinander unabhängige Module zu je 2 Stunden.** Wer möchte, kann auch nur einzelne Termine besuchen. **Termine:** **Mittwoch 29.04., 06.05., 13.05., 03.06., Do 11.06., 17.06., 24.06., 01.07., 08.07.** **----------------------------------------------------Thema am 17.06.: Einkaufen gehen** ***-----------------------------------*****------------*****----****Dies ist KEIN normaler Sprachkurs - sondern ein lockeres Spielen mit Worten, das dir erst einmal Appetit macht auf die Reise!* *Du wirst am Ende des Kurses NICHT perfekt Französisch sprechen, aber vermutlich in der Lage sein, ein Baguette zu kaufen oder ein Getränk zu bestellen, nach dem Weg zu fragen und auch die Antwort zu verstehen...* **Kurssprache ist Deutsch, mit Übersetzung auf Englisch, wenn erforderlich.** Ich halte diesen Kurs zum ersten Mal, deshalb ist die **Teilnahme kostenlos.** Doch ich bitte um eine **freiwillige Spende für das Nachbarschaftszentrum,** in dem der Kurs stattfindet. Das Nachbarschaftszentrum ist eine unabhängige soziale Einrichtung, die durch Spenden finanziert wird [Nachbarschaftszentrum 15, Wien](https://www.nachbarschaftszentren.at/angebote/selbsthilfe/1/34244-franz%C3%B6sisch-f%C3%BCr-die-reise-mittwoch,-03-06-2026,)

Please read everything! Check this event again on the day (weather updates, last‑minute changes, etc.). And please be polite: cancel your RSVP if you cannot attend. *** **Hello everyone!** Escape the workday for **Il Dolce Far Niente.** Let's meet this time at "**Summerstage-SportsArena"** —a beautiful outdoor space perfect for a relaxed evening. Come enjoy some food and drinks in the fresh air as we toast to the art of doing absolutely nothing. Join me on this little adventure!

First and foremost - join our Telegram Channel [https://t.me/cinetour](https://t.me/cinetour) In the film, Clark (Chiwetel Ejiofo), a furniture store owner, and Mary (Renate Reinsve), his therapist, discover a dimension of seemingly endless liminal spaces accessed through the basement of the store. \*\*\*\* *HOW* **If you can't find us before/after the movie, write me a PM (Farit, the host) or post a message to this event, I monitor it during the meetup and will pick you up.** We meet at 19:00 at Cafe Camus (Eschenbachgasse 6) to have a drink/snack and shortly before 20:30 we'll go together to Burg Kino. Optionally you can join us even at the cinema. Click the link, register and reserve your ticket (be careful to select the right date and time) [Buy tickets - Backrooms](https://www.burgkino.at/movie/backrooms) We recommend to reserve the ticket as soon as possible! \*\*\* *ABOUT THE VENUE* The BURG KINO in Vienna, founded in 1912, is one of the oldest cinemas worldwide which are still in operation. Ever since the silent film era, the Burg Kino has shown the chief works of the most important directors and was one of the first cinemas in Austria to implement the change from silent to sound film. The specialization on screening (foreign) films in their original version has been part of the program line of the Burg Kino. #97

ZOOM: Heartfulness Meditation, auch für Anfänger(I)n Meeting ID: 873 0346 8880 Password: X47qQt

Bei unserer nächsten Ausgabe von Queer Talks widmen wir uns einem Thema, das persönlich, literarisch, sinnlich und gesellschaftlich zugleich ist: Die Sprache der Erotik Zu Gast ist Karin Rick, Wiener Autorin und Publizistin. Sie schreibt seit vielen Jahren über Liebe, Beziehungen, erotische Begegnungen, Lust, Macht und queere Lebensentwürfe. Ihre Texte bewegen sich jenseits von Tabu und Klischee — offen, genau und mit einem besonderen Blick auf das, was zwischen Menschen passiert. Der Konkursbuch Verlag beschreibt Karin Rick als Wiener Autorin, deren Romane Liebe, Sex und Macht miteinander verbinden. Bei diesem Abend sprechen wir darüber, wie Erotik erzählt wird, welche Worte wir dafür finden — und welche vielleicht fehlen. Es geht nicht um Provokation um der Provokation willen, sondern um einen offenen, neugierigen und respektvollen Zugang zu Sprache, Begehren und queeren Erfahrungen. Was euch erwartet Ein Abend mit Gespräch, Lesung und Austausch in angenehmer Atmosphäre. Wir möchten gemeinsam Fragen nachgehen wie: \- Wie sprechen wir über Erotik\, Lust und Begehren? \- Welche Rolle spielt Sprache für Nähe\, Fantasie und Selbstbestimmung? \- Was verändert sich\, wenn Erotik aus queerer Perspektive erzählt wird? \- Wo verlaufen Grenzen zwischen Intimität\, Macht\, Klischee und Freiheit? Wie immer bei Queer Talks ist kein Vorwissen nötig. Du kannst einfach zuhören, Fragen stellen oder dich am Gespräch beteiligen — so, wie es für dich passt. Für wen ist der Abend gedacht? Der Abend ist offen für alle, die Lust auf ein freundliches, respektvolles Gespräch in queerer Atmosphäre haben. Besonders willkommen sind auch Menschen, die neu in der Gruppe sind oder allein kommen. Du musst niemanden kennen und nichts vorbereiten. Wir achten darauf, dass der Einstieg leicht ist und sich niemand fehl am Platz fühlen muss. Ablauf 18:00 Uhr Einlass 18:30 Uhr Begrüßung und Gespräch mit Karin Rick im Anschluss: Fragen, Austausch und Get-together Eintritt frei - Spenden, um die Freizeitgruppe LGBTQ+ Friends Vienna am Laufen zu halten, sind herzlich willkommen. Hinweise Bitte komm pünktlich, damit wir gemeinsam gut in den Abend starten können. Wir wünschen uns einen respektvollen Umgang miteinander. Persönliche Grenzen, unterschiedliche Erfahrungen und verschiedene Perspektiven haben an diesem Abend Platz. Wir freuen uns auf einen spannenden, offenen und schönen Queer Talks-Abend mit euch. LGBT+ Friends in Vienna 🌈

To celebrate the upcoming summer solstice, join a small group of like-minded hikers for a sunset-to-sunrise hiking experience in the Wienerwald hills on the night of June 20 to 21 (Saturday to Sunday). If you have ever wondered what it feels like to hike through the night but have not tried it yet, this is your chance to join fellow hikers for a truly memorable experience. We’ll follow the “Towers of the Vienna Woods” route between Bad Vöslau and Mödling, just outside Vienna, mostly along forest roads and trails, visiting seven lookout towers along the way that offer night-time panoramas over the surrounding hills and scattered towns. 🤔 **FITNESS LEVEL** Although this full-day adventure requires no technical skills, you should have **solid endurance to comfortably complete a ~31 km route with around 1100 m of elevation gain and descent (relaxed pace)**. If you are new to hiking, it is recommended to join shorter or less demanding hikes first to better assess your fitness and hiking ability. 🌄 **WHAT TO EXPECT** We’ll meet at Bad Vöslau train station (REX1 connection from Vienna) approx. 1 hour before the sunset and follow a scenic route (“Towers of the Vienna Woods”) through the hills (incl. Anninger) and towns (Bad Vöslau, Baden, Mödling) in the Vienna Woods visiting seven lookout towers along the way that offer night-time panoramas: * Kaiser-Franz-Joseph-Jubiläumswarte (sunset spot 20:57) 🗼 * Burgruine Rauheneck 🏰 * Theresienwarte 🗼 * Klesheimwarte 🗼 * Wilhelmswarte 🗼 * Kaiser-Jubiläums-Warte 🗼 * Husarentempel (sunrise spot 04:55) 🏛️ 📊 **HIKE DETAILS** ~31 km | +1100 m elevation gain Difficulty: Easy (T1/T2) – no technical skills required 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 **GROUP DYNAMICS** We stay together as a group and regroup at key junctions. No one gets left behind. No navigation needed from participants. 🧳 **WHAT TO BRING** * Fully charged headlamp/torch 🔦 * Spare batteries 🔋 * Water (2-3L) 💧 * Snacks / breakfast 🥪 * Fully charged phone 📱 * First aid kit 🩹 * Warm layers 🧦 * Hiking / trail running shoes 🥾 📍**MEETING POINT** Bad Vöslau train station – 20:00 If travelling from Vienna, take the REX1 towards Wiener Neustadt from your preferred station (Wien Floridsdorf 19:09, Wien Mitte 19:22, Wien Hbf 19:29, Wien Meidling 19:37; check additional stops in the ÖBB Scotty app). Arrive at Bad Vöslau Bahnhof at 20:01. 📍 **END POINT** Mödling train station (morning hours) 🌦️ **WEATHER** The hike is weather-dependent and may be cancelled in case of bad conditions. ⚠️ **PARTICIPATION & RESPONSIBILITY** This is a casual, self-organized hike. You join at your own responsibility. Please ensure you’re comfortable with the distance and elevation, bring appropriate gear (especially footwear, water, and snacks), and take care of your own safety during the hike.

What an experience. After a 10-minute train ride just outside Vienna proper, we'll hit the fields and seek out a small creek heading East, passing two villages and one lovely town famous for its brewery. Low-flying planes hint at the proximity of an airport. Slowly turning into a river, the creek yet leads us in a different direction through thick forests and water preservation areas. To secure your spots, please ... Step 1: RSVP here on Meetup first (optional but recommended) Step 2: Complete your booking at https://vienna.ixpat.com/moonriver

Hi All, 📅 *Friday, June 19* \| 📌 **Meeting Point:** "Meidlinger Tor" entrance – i will be holding a sign with "Live club" at 19:30. 🎻 *Concert starts at 20:45* 🎟️ *Free entrance – no tickets needed!* Follow us on Instagram: [The Live Club](https://www.instagram.com/the_live_club?igsh=amc4YnVrZHc5MGxk) Join What's up chat for smooth coordination: [What's Up of the Live Club](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ly0VoZ4SnGDE2cM6BG9h47) See you there! KR Yulia & Georg

Medieval fortress exploration and open international networking night in Bratislava, Slovakia, conveniently starting and ending at Vienna Main Station (Wien Hauptbahnhof). After getting off the train just outside Bratislava, we'll jump on a quick bus to the Danube/Morava confluence, where Devín castle looms tall and proud at on a strategic rock. Acknowledging its mighty presence from the in- and outside, we'll go look for the nearby Freedom Gate memorial and stroll through quaint and picturesque Devín village. A local bus then whisks us downstream into present-age downtown where we sneak up Bratislava Castle on a hidden pathway to enjoy an unparalleled panorama over the capital. Early dinner will be had at the modern Eurovea Mall food court with plenty of Slovak and international choices at your own taste/budget (or just bring your own food). Full and satisfied, we'll continue on to the [International Night Bratislava](https://bratislava.ixpat.com/internationalnight) for networking, games and fun. Right after this social highlight, we'll hop on our train back to Vienna, arriving shortly before midnight. Total time: Full day Language: English Bring: Valid Passport/Visa or EU-National ID Card (driver's license doesn't count as travel ID) Wear: Seasonal outfit, rain gear depending on weather **Value and booking** Price includes train roundtrip, local transit and friendly host. Discount available for groups. Food/drinks are at your own expense. Admission to Devín Castle included too. To secure your spots, please ... Step 1: RSVP here on Meetup first (optional but recommended) Step 2: Complete your booking at https://vienna.ixpat.com/bratislava

Join us on a relaxed evening bike tour along the Donauinsel to enjoy the sunset in a beautiful setting during the longest day of the year! We start at the bike rental at Copa Beach in Kaisermühlen and ride leisurely towards the eastern end of the Donauinsel. The route takes you past the Kraftwerk Freundau and offers wonderful views of the Danube and the surrounding nature along the way. We take a break at the end of the Donauinsel to watch the sunset in peace and enjoy the atmosphere. Afterwards, take a relaxed alternative route back to the starting point. 🚴‍♂️ **Important information:** * **Pace:** The tour is ridden at a slow, leisurely pace so that everyone can cycle along at a relaxed pace. * **Route:** The entire route is 100% paved and therefore ideal for all types of bikes. * **Lights compulsory:** Please bring a working front and rear light for your bike as we will be out and about after sunset. * **Distance:** 25 km. * **Duration:** The tour takes approx. 2 hours in total (including a break). 📌 **Bring along:** * A roadworthy bike * Bike lights (front and rear) * Optional: Drinks and snacks for the break 🌟 **Highlights:** * Relaxed evening on the Donauinsel * Beautiful sunset at the eastern end of the island * Community cycling in a relaxed atmosphere **Route:** [https://www.bergfex.at/mybergfex/activity/9b6682e3622e3c74bffb9375a8af0871/](https://www.bergfex.at/mybergfex/activity/9b6682e3622e3c74bffb9375a8af0871/)

-Outdoor Functional Training for All Fitness Levels- Join us as we combine healthy, balanced movement with fun, gamified ideas to give you our unique FUNctional training! And in case that doesn’t really tell you what to expect, just think short intervals of exercise combined together in a playful and interactive way to help you strengthen your body in a sustainable way while allowing you to meet new people (and often even forget how hard you’re working out). As a reminder for those nervous about their fitness level: Everything we do, we do with all fitness levels in mind; so the exercises are always adjustable to your level and you’re always strongly encouraged to take it at your own pace - I mean, we’re not called My Pace for nothing! How to find us: We meet and train behind the calisthenics workout station on the Zirkuswiese of the Prater. Here a link to the location on Google maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/QdRPEaYTiavZbmVW7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/QdRPEaYTiavZbmVW7) Cost: All Bewegt im Park sessions are completely free. Just bring yourself, a mat and a water bottle and have fun with us! If you'd like to know more about My Pace, feel free to visit our website at [https://www.mypace.at](https://www.mypace.at)

Hi Running fellows, Whether you’re a walker, new to running, a semi-pro, a marathonist or a sprint star - if you want to start your weekend in an active way and enjoy the outdoors in lovely surroundings with a fun, international and multilingual group of people, you are welcome to join us! Every Saturday at 9:30 am, we meet, we run, in the magnificent Schönbrunn park, and then we go for breakfast. Want to discuss politics or the best recipes for banana pancakes? Not a problem. Not feeling social? Tune out with your earbuds - we can talk over breakfast. We are casual. You can be too. What to expect: Start by meeting Adrian, Ali, Liz, Paul and Sonia on-time at 9:30am outside the Schönbrunn U-Bahn stop (exit Grünbergstraße). (Coordinates: 48.1858130, 16.3200640) From there, we walk to the side park entrance where the “running” part begins. The important thing is that you run at your own pace. Typically, small groups of people will run at the same pace as you, so you never have to walk/run alone :) We finish one hour later, at about 10:40am, reconvening just inside the Hietzinger Tor exit. (Coordinates: 48.1858825, 16.3032647). From there, we’re off to breakfast! Breakfast Details: Anker bakery opposite the U4 Hietzing station and depending on the weather, grab something for a picnic in Schönbrunn park, or hang out in the bakery. If you missed us earlier, you can always go there around 10:45. We are a fun group of runners who don’t take things too seriously. We meet, chat, RUN, stretch, chat, EAT and we hang out over a beer every now and then. It's that easy. Please join us for breakfast after the run! The more the merrier. Typically we are 10-30 people, as not everyone who comes signs up on meetup. Important disclaimer: Please only run as much as you feel you can, considering the temperature, weather conditions, your own fitness etc... run and walk at your own pace as the organizers do not assume any liability for any injuries or health issues. Sonia, Adrian, Ali, Paul and Liz

The only Metro Park with a fire tower! **History** [Scioto Grove Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/scioto-grove/) officially became the 19th park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system when it opened to the public on May 6, 2016. Located along a scenic bend of the Scioto River in Grove City, just south of Columbus, the 620-acre park was designed to blend preservation with modern recreation. Long before it became a park, this river corridor served as a vital footpath and trade route for Indigenous communities. Decades later, the mature forests and dramatic river bluffs caught the eye of conservationists looking to expand regional green spaces. The grand opening was a major milestone, drawing over 19,000 visitors in its very first weekend. The creation of the park was made possible through a sequence of land acquisitions and strong community partnerships. In October 2009, Franklin County voters approved a critical property tax levy that funded the initial purchase of 66 acres. Shortly after, the City of Grove City generously donated nearly 193 acres of land, previously known as Talbot Park, to anchor the project. Additional parcels were acquired using state grants from the Clean Ohio Conservation Fund, successfully closing the gap between properties by December 2012. This collaborative funding model ensured that pristine wilderness areas remained completely protected from commercial development. From its inception, the park aimed to introduce innovative amenities to the regional park system, most notably the concept of "urban backpacking". Through a key partnership with the outdoor gear retailer REI Co-op, the park established the scenic REI River Trail. This trail features five rustic, reservation-only campsites along the river, specifically designed to give newcomers a safe place to practice backpacking close to home. Additionally, planners prioritized making the park fully pet-friendly, allowing leashed dogs across all trails and areas. This open-pet policy uniquely distinguished Scioto Grove from many other traditional Columbus Metro Parks. As the park grew in popularity, community members established special commemorative landmarks to honor local lives. In June 2019, a dedicated memorial garden was unveiled near the park entrance in memory of Reagan Tokes, an Ohio State University student. The serene space features a central pond bordered by bright blue flowers, representing her favorite color. A primary buckeye tree stands alongside a dedicated plaque, surrounded by four additional buckeye trees to represent her immediate family members. This addition transformed a portion of the park into a meaningful place for community reflection, healing, and peace. The historical depth of the park took a significant leap forward with the relocation of a massive piece of Ohio history. In August 2023, Metro Parks officially unveiled the Keystone Forest Lookout Tower, which had been carefully moved from Jackson County, Ohio. Originally constructed in 1942 by the Aermotor Windmill Company, the 82-foot-tall metal structure spent decades guarding southern Ohio’s vast forests from devastating wildfires. Workers painstakingly disassembled, re-galvanized, and reassembled the historic landmark at Scioto Grove. Today, visitors can climb its 111 steep steps to experience a panoramic view stretching all the way to the downtown Columbus skyline. **Map of the Park** Here is a [map of Scioto Grove](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SGR-map_1980px_2026.jpg). **Summary** We will hike around 5 miles on the Overlook, REI River, Mingo, and Arrowhead Trails. While the configuration of the trails can lead us to occasionally taking longer hikes than at other parks, Scioto Grove is not generally a very strenuous place to hike. If you use hiking poles and inadvertently forget them, this is not a park where you're likely to end up caring that much. That said, Scioto Grove is one of the better Metro Parks for hiking as well as other things. They are the only Metro Park with five camping areas where you can literally pitch a tent and sleep for the night. You must contact the park and reserve these in advance; they are however free. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Area, near the restrooms and playground. Arrowhead is the main picnic and parking area of the park, and it also has the only water fountain at Scioto Grove. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Grove City Brewing](https://www.grovecitybrewery.com/) for [drinks and food](https://www.grovecitybrewery.com/menu). They have pretty good hamburgers. I was mortified to discover that I've never had their [Grove City Hooyah](https://www.beermenus.com/beers/486553-grove-city-hooyah) before, but I will correct that during this event. The actual address of the brewery is [3946 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123](https://www.google.com/maps/place/3946+Broadway,+Grove+City,+OH+43123/@39.8836912,-83.0919635,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88389b3a28d0f4ad:0x3d85c41f608406c6!8m2!3d39.8836912!4d-83.0919635!16s%2Fg%2F11g8dh6h1_?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.

Join us for a great 2 mile hike through Blendon Woods Metro Park, hiking the Sugarbush Trail. This is a largely wooded hike on a flat dirt trail with some tree roots and rocks. Please meet us at the start of the trail in the Nature Center parking lot.

This is a small but pretty park with a 1.7-mile loop. We will walk it 2 times. It goes along a ridge and has moderate elevation changes.

**Hike the Scioto Audubon trail. All paved and flat!** **Plan on 3-4 miles. Hike at your own pace, no one left behind.** **Lunch after at Nocterra for those who wish.**