Historical Museum

Please contact me if you want to join the class. Добрый день! This class is for learners with a level B1 or higher. We will learn Russian rock songs and do exercises and discussions based on them. We will use the book Russian rock and Russian Grammar. We will meet one time per week. Below is an information about the class. Cost: 2 students 35 chf per hour, 3 or more student 25 chf per hour per person. Class Length: 1 hour Class structure: • We read a text or a chapter from a book, discuss new words. We learn part of grammar and practice using it. • After that we discuss the topic and answer the text follow-up questions. • I also give homework tasks to make sentences with new words or do a grammar exercises. • If we finish the exercises earlier, we play word games or have a free chat. If you have questions send me a message or post it in comments.

### **Portrait & Model Direction Workshop with Stefan Rappo** A hands-on workshop with the Swiss, Paris based photographer **Stefan Rappo**, focused on **portrait photography** and **directing models**. Shooting will be done in the studio and outside (weather permitting). **Format:** 2-day workshop (non-consecutive) **Dates:** **Friday 5 June** + **Sunday 7 June** **Total price (for the 2 days):** **CHF 500** **Bonus:** On **Saturday 6 June**, Stefan will be the **guest speaker** at **Photo Laundry**. ## **What you’ll learn** * Model direction: how to guide, build trust, and get natural expressions * Creating strong portraits with a clear intention and simple storytelling * Running a smooth shoot: pacing, variations, and keeping momentum * Practical communication + posing tools you can reuse immediately * Image selection/editing basics to build a cohesive set ## **Hands-on shooting** Everyone will have shooting time and receive feedback from Stefan. ## **What to bring** * DSLR or mirrorless camera * Portrait lens recommended (approx. 50–105mm) * Batteries + memory cards ## **What is included:** * Several models to allow participants to practice during 2 half days. * Food and drinks are not included in the price. ## **Refund Policy** * Refunds will be issued only if a replacement is found.

DE Wir zeichnen im Niederdorf beim Hirschenplatz, Gebäude, Cafés, Touristen und Plastersteine. Wir treffen uns um 14 Uhr auf dem Platz bei den Bänklis. *Wie immer, bring dein eigenes Skizzenbuch und Stifte und wenn du hast, einen kleinen Hocker mit.* *Alle sind willkommen, die gerne zeichnen und Freude am Austausch mit anderen Urban Sketcher\*innen haben. Ich freue mich auf dich.* EN We’ll be sketching tall buildings, cafés and people in Niederdorf at Hirschenplatz. We’ll meet at 2 pm on the square by the benches. *As always, bring your own sketchbook and pens and if you have a small stool. Everyone is welcome who likes to draw and enjoys sharing their drawing(s) at the end with everybody. I look forward to seeing you soon.*

**Important: Please attend in meetup before you purchase the ticket.** **Brazil Night:** We invite you to experience Brazilian food, group activity from the country How to samba, etc... **2025 BoardGameGeek Golden Geek Award Winners:** We are going to have the board game winners and nominees from 2025, you can take them to the table, learn and play. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uj31QmJ3zdE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uj31QmJ3zdE) **Tickets** can be purchased online through Eventfrog. -Games & Drinks Tickets -Games & Feast Tickets until 03.06.2026 23:59! [https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/miscellaneous/games-night-7464691011907799101.html](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/miscellaneous/games-night-7464691011907799101.html) This helps us plan the right amount of food, seats and avoid food waste. Are you an international living in Switzerland and/or just enjoy getting to know people from different places while playing a board game? Feel free to join our diverse community in Zurich every first Friday evening of the month to meet new people and play a few of our 300+ board games. It's gonna be fun. See you at our next meetup! 19:00 to 20:00 Food 😋 20:00 to 20:20 Group Activity 20:20 to 23:55 you'll be able to try out as many games as you like at a table with international people. Are you by yourself and not sure whether to join? Don't worry, nobody's left out and you'll make some new friends quickly 😊 Most people catch the vibe and become regulars. See you soon! 😎✌🏽 PS: Join our meetup group to keep updated on our latest events: https://www.meetup.com/games-night-for-internationals/ If you have any questions, feel free to post them in our Discord group: https://discord.gg/jUeARCfeHY **Disclaimer:** We will be taking photos to help promote future Games Night

Freitags, 10:00–10:40 Uhr, 5. Juni - 3. Juli, Kadampa Meditationszentrum Schweiz, Mirabellenstrasse 1, 8048 Zürich-Altstetten, 7.50CHF, https://www.kadampa.ch/freitag-morgen-meditation/ Gönn dir eine 40-minütige Atemmeditation mit einfühlsamen Erklärungen, die dir hilft, zur Ruhe zu kommen und neue Energie zu tanken. Spüre, wie dein Geist klarer wird, sich innere Anspannung löst und du dich leichter fühlst. Diese Meditation ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, dich bewusst mit dir selbst zu verbinden und den Übergang ins Wochenende achtsam zu gestalten. Die geführten Meditationen sind Drop-In-Kurse – eine Anmeldung ist nicht erforderlich. Komm einfach vorbei, geniesse die wohltuende Atmosphäre und starte deinen Freitagmorgen voller Gelassenheit.

Join Us for **Expat Friday**! Looking for a night packed with fun, laughter, and awesome vibes? Look no further! Expat Friday is THE place to be for socializing, making new friends, and just having an all-around good time. Whether you're an expat or a local Swiss resident, everyone's welcome to join the fun. We usually draw a lively crowd of 200-300 Socializers each time! **New and Wondering if You Can Join?** Absolutely! New members are always greeted with open arms at every Zurich Together event. If you're feeling a bit shy, our friendly Admins will be there to introduce you to the gang and get you mingling in no time. **Do I Need to Register?** Nope, no need to sign up! But if you can hit "going/attending," it'll help us give the bar staff a heads-up so they can prep for our awesome crew. **Where to Find Us?** Just look for the turquoise flag and the big, happy crowd - you can't miss us! If you are still worried about not being able to find us, send Kamillo a PM before the event, he is always happy to help. **Got Questions?** Drop a message in the comments below and we'll get back to you in a jiffy. **Fancy Some Dancing?** For those who want to keep the party going, there's party that's free for Zurich Together members who arrive before 11 PM! Come on out and join the fun – we can't wait to meet you To help us manage the event smoothly and ensure everyone has a great time, please make sure to press **"Going"** if you plan to attend. This helps us secure your spot, especially if the event becomes crowded. Your RSVP really helps with planning – thank you so much! Looking forward to seeing you there! For all our channels please go to our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/zurichtogether

Following in the esteemed footsteps of my predecessors . . . The legendary 'Pint' at The Scotsman lives on. Open to all, its a great excuse for New Members, New Winterthurians and New Auslanders to meet, greet and break the ice with each other and the more seasoned of Winty's Expats. Please RSVP, especially if your first time . . . as for the regulars, see you there ! Cheers

**Die wilde und kreative Seite von Zürich.** Denkst Du auch, Zürich sei eine langweilige Stadt? Dann komm an diese Stadttour. Ueber schwarze Löcher, gekrümmte Zeit, Tuntenbälle, Nibelungenring, Plastikmüll, Bircher-Müesli, magisches Theater, Putsch, expressionistische Poesie, unsichtbare Materie, Monsterwellen, Anarchie, Schizophrenie, Reichtagsbrand, Friedensnobelpreis etc. Weitgehend an Originalschauplätzen. Teilnahme gratis, Kollekte zugunsten Winterhilfe Zürich. Tour guide: Bernhard Eisenbarth *Further dates (in german and english) you'll find* **[HERE](https://www.bernhardeisenbarth.ch/touren/stadttour-z%C3%BCrich/)**

[⚠️ ](https://link.social-circle.ch/xAoz)**[>>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/xAoz)**[ ](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/parties/afterwork/speed-friending-after-party-7459997301706120819.html)or **[tickets.social-circle.ch](https://tickets.social-circle.ch/)** Ready to skip the small talk and dive straight into making real connections? Whether you’re new in town or just looking to expand your circle, join us this **Friday** for a night designed to help you meet your new favorite people. We have taken over the **entire venue** just for this event! You’ll have access to two floors and a private terrace to mingle, drink, and dance the night away. Join our whatsapp group for updated on this event: [https://link.social-circle.ch/uYn0](https://link.social-circle.ch/uYn0) **🕒 The Game Plan** * **7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Welcome Drinks & Icebreakers** Arrive early, grab a drink, and get settled. * **8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Speed Friending** The main event! Short, structured rounds designed to spark genuine conversation without the awkwardness. You’ll meet a variety of people in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. * **9:00 PM – 09:30 Live music** Once the "speed" part is over, we get to enjoy some songs by Annabel Personeni. After party until late. 📍 The Venue: Raedli Bar ✨ Why You Should Come * **No Pressure:** Our hosts will guide the speed friending, so you don’t have to worry about what to say. * **The Vibe:** Transition seamlessly from meaningful networking to a full-blown after party. **Don't spend your Friday night scrolling—come out and make some memories!** **Note:** Space is limited to ensure everyone gets a chance to participate in the speed friending rounds. Grab your spot early! Want more events like this? Join our newsletter: [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD) ​**Important:** Tickets are **non-refundable**. Pictures might be taken during the event, if you do not want it please let the organizer know.

**Photo Laundry is an exhibition made up of images from its visitors.** We offer photographers the chance to showcase their work on a laundry line under the open sky. No matter your age or experience level, you can bring up to **five photos** per featured topic (Exception: Photo Laundry Challenge) and hang them on the lines. There’s no pre-selection—the only requirement is that the photos are your own and match one of the event’s themes. 🧺 This year's themes: **🌿 Nature’s Echo** **👤 Human Presence** **🚶 City Pulse** **🎨 Beyond the Ordinary** We are also introducing a special challenge theme this year: **🏆 The Unfinished Story** – a storytelling-focused category where the image suggests a narrative and leaves space for the viewer’s imagination. 📌 Rules for the challenge: * Each participant may submit one photo to the challenge * All challenge photos must be hung on the laundry line before 14:00 * Two prizes will be awarded at 17:30h: Public Choice Award and Jury Prize Join us on **June 6th** for a day full of photography and creativity! Enjoy **presentations, quizzes, food and drinks at the bar, a fun photo booth**, and the chance to connect with fellow photography enthusiasts. 📍 **More info on our website:** [www.photolaundry.ch](http://www.photolaundry.ch/) 📩 **Questions? Reach us by** **email** (info@picz.ch) **or on** [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/picz.ch/)

**What to Expect:** A warm, relaxed gathering of young believers. We read the Scripture, chat, pray together, and enjoy fellowship.

Join our new Party Games Pub Crawl Edition - led by our famous Red Hosts. We’ve got **bingo ice breakers** to start off the night followed by **soccer table, table tennis and karaoke** to finish off. **What to expect**: Watch this short [Youtube video](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VrBFWgXQNhw) to know it all! In a group of expats, locals and tourists, you will experience Zurich's nightlife in a unique way. Tour-guides will take you to 3 different venues and make sure you spend a great night out! **When**: Every Saturday - Meet @ 9pm **Where**: 2.Akt Zürich **Price**: from 25.- incl. shots, nachos, all entrance fees **Tickets**: https://tinyurl.com/PC-06-06-26 (pls buy tickets in advance) **WhatsApp Group**:[https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dttaz9sydMZ0tSqX2MgVjb](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dttaz9sydMZ0tSqX2MgVjb) (Join for updates & pics) **Group size**: Average 35 people **Free Language Exchange for Pub Crawl ticket-holders:** If you come 1 hour earlier, you can participate to the Language Exchange free of charge. We encourage you to join both to have more time getting into the atmosphere and for the ease to meet new people. Looking forward to seeing you all again!! Sébastien, Fernando, Oscar More information: [https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/](https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/) Event pictures? Follow us on [IG](https://www.instagram.com/pubcrawlzurich) and [FB](https://www.facebook.com/pubcrawlzurich)

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.

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : **Reserve** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup **QUESTIONS ?** Pls Reach out to; Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

The topic for June is "Roadtrip" 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!

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Crimson Cup Coffee Shop - Clintonville](https://www.crimsoncup.com/about/location/clintonville)!