Historic Preservation

## Wo & Wann? **JEDEN MONTAG** findet die offene Lesebühne des Autorenforums Berlin statt (außer an Feiertagen) **BEGINN**: 20:00 Uhr **ANMELDUNG zum Lesen: ab 19:30 Uhr** beim Moderator des Abends – siehe [Termine](http://autorenforum-berlin.de/wordpress/termine/); Die Teilnahme an der Veranstaltung ist kostenlos. **SCHWARTZSCHE VILLA** **Großer Salon** Direkt am S/U Rathaus Steglitz Grunewaldstr. 55 Der offene Leseabend stellt das Herzstück des Autorenforums e.V. dar. Er steht nicht nur Mitgliedern, sondern grundsätzlich jedem Autor und jeder Autorin offen, der gerne einen unveröffentlichten Text vor Publikum präsentieren möchte. Auch Kritik kann jedermann üben. Wer lieber zuhören möchte, kann einfach am Montagabend um 20.00 in der Schwartzschen Villa erscheinen. Für Lesewillige gilt die unten stehende ausführliche Information (mündliche Anmeldung ab 19:30 Uhr). *Unfortunately at the moment, it's only possible to present German texts. Unpublished texts that are already translated into German are highly welcome!* ## Was erwartet Sie? Im Großen Salon der Schwartzsche Villa treffen Sie auf einen Kreis von Literaturbegeisterten, die Ihrem Text eine ernsthafte und fundierte Kritik spenden. Das Publikum wechselt. Es ist gemischt, geeint durch das Interesse an Texten. Die Autorinnen und Autoren des Abends lesen aus ihren bislang unveröffentlichten Kurzgeschichten, lyrischen Texten, Erzählungen, Romanen, manchmal auch aus Theaterstücken. Die Autoren stellen nicht sich selbst, sondern ihre Texte der Kritik. Wir verstehen uns als Arbeitsbühne. Deshalb wird bei uns nach den Lesungen nicht geklatscht. Die Texte werden nach der Lesung des Autors auf handwerkliche Stärken und Schwächen „abgeklopft“. Es geht im Forum daher nicht um weltanschauliche Debatten. Im Idealfall hat der Autor/die Autorin nach einer Lesung und der Kritik verstanden, wo die Stärken und Schwächen seines Textes liegen, woran es seinem Text noch fehlt, was er ändern sollte und wo er bei seiner Überarbeitung ansetzen kann. Der Abend endet gegen 22.00. Im Anschluss können Sie mit den Autoren im Café der Schwartzschen Villa noch ins Gespräch kommen und manches aus dem Literaturbetrieb erfahren. Wir sind im Kontakt auch mit namhaften Vertretern desselben. Also – nicht gleich verschwinden! Dranbleiben. Reden Sie mit den Forumianern! ## Sie möchten selbst lesen? Wenn Sie selbst im Autorenforum lesen wollen, gibt es einige Dinge zu beachten. Wir bitten Sie sehr herzlich, sich mindestens einmal vor Ihrer ersten Lesung bei uns mit unseren Gegebenheiten vertraut zu machen. Ihren Lesewunsch können Sie dann ab 19.30 Uhr (Einlass) bei der Moderatorin oder dem Moderator eines Leseabends anmelden. **Wir weisen ausdrücklich daraufhin, dass über die Annahme und Reihenfolge der Lesungen die jeweiligen Moderatoren entscheiden und es NICHT zwingend nach der Reihenfolge der Anmeldungen geht!** In der Regel reicht die Zeit nur für drei Autoren je Abend und die Nachfrage ist oft recht hoch. Falls Sie einen lyrischen Text vortragen möchten, bringen Sie bitte mindestens 10 (zehn) Kopien mit, damit Ihr Publikum mitlesen kann. Die Kopien erhalten Sie selbstverständlich zurück. # Wie üben wir Textkritik? Nach der Idee von Maik Turni ## **Anschleichen** **Wie wirkt der Text auf mich?** (Keine Angst vor Adjektiven! ) **Was habe ich gehört?** (Zusammenfassung (Nacherzählung)) **Was blieb unverstanden** (akustisch oder logisch) ## **Unter der Lupe** **Was ist das für ein Text?** (Prosa: Genre? Lyrik: Welche Art lyrischer Text?) **Thema** (Welches Thema berührt der Text? Hat der Autor sein Thema im Griff? Ist es überzeugend/plausibel/gut recherchiert, vielleicht sogar zu faktenreich?) **Figuren** (Wie wirken die Figuren? Wer ist die Hauptfigur? Welches Problem hat die Hauptfigur?) **Perspektive** (Wie verhält sich die Erzählperspektive zum Thema / zu den Figuren?) **Sprache** (Welche Bilder sind stimmig / welche nicht? Was lässt sich zum Rhythmus sagen? Sind die Sätze syntaktisch und grammatikalisch korrekt?) **Dramaturgie** (Schafft der Text es, Spannung zu erzeugen? In welcher Reihenfolge werden die Dinge erzählt?) **Bedeutung** (Gelingt es dem Autor, die Bedeutung, die er seinem Text geben will, auch im Leser entstehen zu lassen?) ## **Klarspüler** Fragen werden an den Text gestellt, nicht an den Autor! Daher sollte der Text antworten. ## **Weichspüler** Wird bei uns nicht verwendet. Aber es gilt: Nicht der Autor wird kritisiert, sondern der Text! Hart zum Text, sanft zum Autor!

English below Liebe Nachbarn und Freunde, Kommt vorbei und lernt eure Nachbarn kennen bei einer Runde Wizard, Just One, Dixit, Fluxx, und noch viel mehr. Ihr dürft natürlich eure Lieblingsspiele mitbringen und sie uns beibringen, falls wir sie noch nicht kennen. Teilnahme auf Spendebasis. Wo: offenes Wohnzimmer, Waldenserstr. 13, 10551 Berlin http://www.offeneswohnzimmer.org/ Dear neighbors and friends, The Offenes Wohnzimmer is hosting the next board game night. Come around and meet your neighbors around a game of scrabble, cards and more. You’re welcome to bring your favorite games. Participation donation based 🙂 http://www.offeneswohnzimmer.org/ Anmeldung: tanjaklett@gmx.de oder spontan !

[*Registration form required below*] **Interested in Japanese sword fighting or Japanese culture? Come join a trial and experience the traditional Samurai art at Katori Shintō-ryū in Schöneberg.** **Trial Fee**: **25€**/ session (2hr). Classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 19:00 to 21:00. **!!SIGN UP HERE**: [Katori Shinto-ryū Berlin Sign-up (google.com)](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBt4A13VgnEcgQQ2PDaruthmYMRWineG4KtUCKsuC9KBsCUQ/viewform) Registration is required before your participation so that we can prepare enough training equipment. **Address**: Belziger Str. 25, 10823 Berlin. **No previous experience required!** The classes are in English and German. **Our website**: [Kenjutsu Berlin - Official school of Katori Shinto-ryu in Berlin (katoriberlin.org)](https://katoriberlin.org/) **Katori Shintō-ryū** is one of the oldest Japanese sword fighting traditions (koryū) still practised today and is recognized by the Japanese government as a cultural intangeable asset. The school was founded in the middle of the 15th century by Iizasa Chōisai Ienao at the Katori Shrine (Katori jingū) and has become the origin of numerous other martial arts schools over the course of its almost 600-year history. The training consists of the continuous repetition of fixed sequences of movements (kata) and includes the use of classic Japanese weapons such as the sword (iai-jutsu, battō-jutsu, ken-jutsu, ryōtō-jutsu, kodachi-jutsu), the long staff (bō-jutsu), the lance (naginata-jutsu) and the spear (sō-jutsu), as well as unarmed disciplines, tactics and spiritual aspects. **The Katori Berlin dojo** is the only official shibu of Otake Nobutoshi-shihan’s dojo Shinbukan in Germany and fully dedicated to the transmission and study of one martial tradition: Tenshinshō-den Katori Shintō-ryū. Through these efforts we aim to contribute to the cultural preservation of this martial tradition. The dojo has one officially appointed shidosha. **Our sensei**: Sebastian Graetz has been active in martial arts since 1997. After almost 15 years of taekwondo in Berlin, he started with Katori Shintō-ryū in Asia in 2014. Since then, he has studied in Japan with Ōtake Risuke-shihan and Ōtake Nobutoshi-shihan, and in Vietnam with Malte Stokhof-shihandai. In 2023, he received his Menkyo license and permission to set up a training group in Berlin the following year.

**Open Platform for Writers to connect, share & grow. Together.** ‍ We create a safe space to be creative, connect through writing and give and receive feedback from each other. Get ready for bringing in different writing styles and helping each other improve our own writing skills and get to know some new friends. ...for more info check out www.dna-artclub.com / follow us on IG: @nightart.club See You soon :) Love. DNA. *** \*Members of Dair Night Art e.V. and Subscribers of DNA. Art GbR. \*\*By entering the DNA. ART HOUSE, You agree to comply with the Hausordnung of Dair Night Art e.V. and Geschäftsordnung of Dair Night Art e.V. Please ensure You review these documents thoroughly in advance.en

Join us for a relaxed Monday evening full of new faces, unexpected conversations and the kind of atmosphere that makes the week feel a little more alive. Whether you’re new in Berlin or simply looking to meet open-minded people, this is a space to connect, share stories and start the week with a little more curiosity. Orga The location accepts only card payments. We will be sitting in the first room. Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs: [https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/) Meet your host I’m Julia — a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect. Insta [https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/) LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/) About The Social Butterfly Club 🦋 is a Berlin-based community that has been bringing people together for over three years. Each gathering is part of a larger framework designed to help friendships grow through shared experiences in the city — with a long-term vision of turning Berlin itself into a shared, playful experience. Love the vibe? There’s a whole community waiting for you. 🦋 Join the Social Butterfly Club and experience Berlin together [https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/)

**Creative Space & Open Stage for Artists of all kinds to Connect, Share & Grow. Together.** ..all about community, creativity & collaboration. Whether You're a storyteller, musician, poet, dancer, or visual artist, this space welcomes every form of expression - step on the Stage & share Your Story. ‍ ***Every respectful person is invited to join.*** > We talk, we drink, we laugh, we get to know each other & from 8 pm onwards our creative space turns into an open Jam Session Situation - for everyone to join. ‍ **LINE UP:** **DOORS:** 7 pm **MEET & GREET + COMMUNITY OPEN STAGE:** 7 - 8 pm **JAM SESSION:** 8 - 11 pm **SET UP:** for the Jam Session there is a full band set up available incl. eDrums * no need to bring Your own instruments ‍\*\*...for more info check out www.dna-artclub.com / follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nightart.club/\*\* **See You soon :)** **Love.** **DNA.** **__________________** \*This Workshop is free for Members of Dair Night Art e.V. and Subscribers of DNA. Art GbR ... more Info to Membership here: https://www.dna-artclub.com/membership \*\*By entering the DNA. HOUSE / DNA. CLUB, You agree to comply with the Hausordnung of Dair Night Art e.V. and Geschäftsordnung of Dair Night Art e.V. Please ensure You review these documents thoroughly in advance.

**Hi everyone!** We’ll now be meeting twice a week at Denizen House (Köpenicker Str. 40, 10179 Berlin), on **Mondays and Wednesdays**! * **Mondays:** levels A1 to B2 * **Wednesdays:** levels B1 to C1 We work with dedicated materials tailored to each level, so everyone will have a place to practice and improve. **Event schedule** * **18:00 – 18:30** Arrival and registration * **18:30 – 19:50** Sprachcafé * **19:50 – 20:00** End and clean up Please be aware that the moderated event starts at **18:30**. Before this time, we are busy setting up the space. Registrations usually take place around **18:15 / 18:20**. Participants are kindly asked **not to arrive too far in advance** at the house. If someone arrives much earlier, Denizen may ask them to pay either for a drink (consumption) or for a **day pass**, as the space is a co-working environment during the day. **Please remember, our event is only happening from 18:00 to 20:00** **How the Sprachcafé works** We use different materials to help participants gain confidence in German. Together with whiteboards and our volunteers, the Sprachcafé is based on **interactive conversations** in small groups. **Participation fee** The Sprachcafé has a **participation fee of 5 €**, which helps cover organizational costs and **includes one soft drink for free**. Tickets can be purchased directly on the day of the event, card and cash payments are accepted. As the Sprachcafé has become very popular, we now need to **limit the number of participants**. Please understand this measure; it ensures that everyone has a comfortable space to practice. We kindly ask you to be **rücksichtsvoll** and only RSVP “Yes” if you are certain you can attend. If your plans change at the last minute, please update your RSVP so someone on the waiting list can take your spot. Getting your ticket early can help secure your place. **Please note** Our event will begin **promptly** at the scheduled start time. If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee your participation, even if you have a ticket or have RSVP’d. We encourage all guests to arrive on time to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. **About Denizen** Denizen is a new-style co-working space focused on being an integral part of local communities. Located on the ground floor of the historic Eiswerk on Köpenicker Straße in Kreuzberg, Denizen House is a communal place providing work, refreshment, and recreational facilities throughout the day. Think of it as a living room for the neighborhood. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to let me know. If you’d like to contribute to this night, send me a message! Ich freue mich schon! Grüße, **Nacho**

**Guided Walking Tour through Berlin's Historic Breweries.** (Ends at Friday Evening Social with Adam) **Meet Time:** 18:00 **Meet Place:** Outside Melis Coffee. - Am Friedrichshain (Tram Stop) Join me on a historical walk around Berlin’s prettiest former-industrial area, famous for its many breweries and the Queen of Sheba cigarettes. Find out why they built all the breweries in Prenzlauerberg, the history of larger in this town, what life was like in Berlin's infamous nineteenth century Mietkasernes. We walk through the hear to Prenzlauerberg including four of the former Breweries in the area and look at the architecture of the area, the life of people in the area and industrialists who made it happen. It’s a story of how the city was made back in the nineteenth century, as well as how its changed and developed through all the change of the twentieth till today. If you like history, want to know more about the city than just nazi’s and the cold war, and want to take part in a sociable evening of exploration and discussion, come along. I am an accredited tour guide in Berlin, specializing in telling stories about the city’s industrial heritage. I do charge a fee of 10€ for organizing this tour and for sharing my knowledge. We meet at Am Friedricshain Tram Stop (two stops up from Alexanderplatz) and wind our way through the area, ending at the MauerPark where we will join up with Friday Night Beers to continue our evening. Hope to see you there. Simon

**If the event is fully booked, feel free to join us at the meeting point.** This is not a photography workshop or a traditional guided tour. It is a 2-hour collective walk through Wedding, using observation and photography as a starting point for discussion about urban space, architecture, and the hidden layers of the city. We begin at Silent Green Kulturquartier — a former crematorium transformed into a cultural space — and move through streets, courtyards, industrial traces, and transitional spaces that reveal how different periods of Berlin still coexist within the urban fabric. Rather than focusing on technical photography skills, we will slow down and pay attention to atmosphere, material, rhythm, and spatial change. Photography here becomes a tool for observation and conversation. Bring your camera or smartphone if you want, but no experience is needed. This walk is designed as an interactive exchange: we will pause, discuss, observe together, and develop different ways of reading the city. **Date:** 12.07.2026 **Time:** 12:00 – 14:00 **Meeting Point:** silent green Kulturquartier, Gerichtstraße 35, 13347 Berlin **Participation & Contribution:** Everyone is welcome. I appreciate a voluntary donation (5–15 €) to support future walks. **Suggested contribution:** €10 (optional). **About me:** Hi, I’m Julia ([@worldflaneur](https://www.instagram.com/worldflaneur)). With a background in architecture and image editing, I work with urban observation as a way to understand how cities are experienced beyond their surface — as layered systems shaped by use, time, and structure. If you want to follow future walks and urban observations, you can subscribe here: [https://denkmallab.substack.com/](https://denkmallab.substack.com/)

***Explore Bauhaus, DDR architecture, industrial art and Branitz’s earth pyramids on a unique Berlin-to-Cottbus day trip this summer!*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS EVENT?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/concrete-capital-clay-cottbus-architecture](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/concrete-capital-clay-cottbus-architecture) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** Most visitors pass through Brandenburg without ever discovering Cottbus, yet the city offers one of Germany’s most layered urban landscapes. In one day, you will experience: * Bauhaus-inspired architecture * DDR urban planning and socialist housing * A former power station turned art museum * Branitz Park and its famous earth pyramids * Easy regional-train access from Berlin This trip combines history, architecture, art and landscape into one compact and memorable experience. **WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?** **Max Taut School** A fine example of functionalist brick architecture from the Weimar Republic, designed with clarity, purpose and modernist restraint. **DDR Urban Planning & Socialist Architecture** See how East Germany reshaped Cottbus through housing blocks, civic spaces and monumental urban design. **Kunstmuseum Dieselkraftwerk** A 1928 power station transformed into a contemporary art museum, where industrial architecture meets East German art and photography. **Historic Altmarkt** Cottbus’s old town square, ideal for lunch, coffee and a relaxed break in the city centre. **Branitz Park** A grand landscape garden by Prince Pückler, with lakes, lawns and carefully designed viewpoints. **The Earth Pyramids of Branitz** The signature sight of the day: the Lake Pyramid (Tumulus) and other remarkable earth forms that make Branitz one of Brandenburg’s most unusual landmarks. **TRIP DETAILS** **Start and End Date:** Saturday, 11 July 2026. **Meeting Location and Time:** Meet inside Berlin Ostkreuz Station at **9:00 AM.** **Note:** Exact platform location in Berlin Ostkreuz Station will be advised in the WhatsApp group for confirmed participants the day before the trip. **Finishing Location and Time:** * **Option A** – Branitz Park at **3:00 PM.** * **Option B** – Cottbus Hauptbahnhof - after free time and self-guided return (Flexible self-guided return using regular RE2 train connections). **Free Time Options:** * **Option A – Park Railway & Zoo -** Ride the historic narrow-gauge railway, operated largely by local youth volunteers, and visit Cottbus Zoo. * **Option B – Cold War Aviation Museum -** Explore Cold War fighter jets, helicopters and military history. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and teenagers. * **Option C – Relaxed City Exploration -** Enjoy cafés, independent shops, local bakeries and the atmosphere of Cottbus’s historic centre before returning to Berlin. **Walking Distance:** Approximately 8–10 km. **Difficulty:** Easy - Urban walking, park trails and mostly flat terrain. **Suitable for:** Adults, Families, Teenagers, Architecture Enthusiasts, Photographers. **Kid Friendly:** Yes **What to Bring?** * Comfortable walking shoes * Water bottle * Weather-appropriate clothing * Camera * Sun protection * Deutschland ticket or regional train ticket **What is included?** * Community Leader and Guide for the entire duration of the trip * Guided Architecture & History Walk * Guided Visit to Industrial Art Quarter * Guided Exploration of Branitz Park * Historical & Cultural Storytelling * Access to a dedicated WhatsApp group for participants * Access to a shared Google Photos album for event photos and memories * Friendly community atmosphere and group coordination throughout the day **Note:** Please contact us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp & we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication. **What is not included?** * Public Transport Tickets * Lunch & Personal Expenses * Museum Entry Fees (if applicable) * Snacks & Drinks **How to get there?** * Participants will travel together using public transport from Berlin to Cottbus and back. * Valid Deutschland Ticket Required. **Need Assistance?** For travel planning help or future multi-day trips, reach out directly: 📲 WhatsApp / SMS +49 152 2150 6123 +49 151 2486 7229 **WHAT IS THE PLAN?** **09:00 – Meet at Berlin Ostkreuz** * Meet your guide and fellow explorers before boarding the RE2 train towards Cottbus. **10:30 – Architecture Walk Begins** * Explore the city’s blend of Weimar-era modernism and socialist urban planning. * Highlights include: Max Taut School, DDR urban development, Civic architecture, Hidden photography locations. **12:00 – Kunstmuseum Dieselkraftwerk** * Visit the impressive industrial power station turned contemporary art museum. * Discover East German art, photography and creative expression inside one of Brandenburg’s most striking industrial landmarks. **13:30 – Lunch Break at Altmarkt** * Enjoy free time in Cottbus’s historic centre. * Grab lunch, coffee or ice cream while soaking up the atmosphere of the old town. **14:30 – Branitz Park & The Pyramids** * Guided exploration of one of Germany’s most beautiful landscape parks. * Highlights include: Branitz Park, Land Pyramid, Lake Pyramid (Tumulus), Branitz Palace views, Photography opportunities\*\*.\*\* **15:00 – Guided Tour Ends** * Free time begins. * Choose your own adventure. **READY TO DISCOVER A DIFFERENT SIDE OF GERMANY?** Join us for a fascinating journey through architecture, industrial heritage, landscape art and hidden Brandenburg. Spaces are limited. **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

Movement Research Tempelhofer Feld Berlin A playful outdoor exploration of movement, creativity and human connection. 📍 Tempelhofer Feld, Berlin ( [https://maps.app.goo.gl/nP7YHCK3TBYy3Usv7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/nP7YHCK3TBYy3Usv7) ) Location might change so consider to join the WhatsApp Group:) link below! 🗓 Thursday, 9 July ⏰ 21:00 What happens when movement becomes a conversation? This is not a dance class. It's not a fitness class. It's not a performance. It's a space to explore. Together we'll investigate movement through playful exercises, improvisation, partner interactions and group games. Some practices are inspired by my background in professional ballet, Fighting Monkey, movement improvisation and physical research. Others will emerge naturally from the group in the moment. The focus isn't on doing movements "correctly." It's about curiosity. How do we communicate without words? How do we relate to another person through movement? How do play, attention and imagination change the way we move? No dance experience is needed. Come as you are. We'll move outdoors with plenty of space, take time to observe, experiment and reflect, and hopefully leave having discovered something new—not only about movement, but about ourselves and each other. This is the first of what I hope will become an ongoing series of Movement Research Labs. Your participation is part of the research. Your presence, ideas and willingness to explore help shape the experience as much as my facilitation. Participation is free. If you'd like to support future Movement Research Labs, there will be an opportunity to leave a donation at the end, but there is absolutely no expectation. Bring comfortable clothes, water, and an open mind. We look forward to moving with you<3 For Further information feel free to reach out to me on Instagram @robert_evin or join our WhatsApp Group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IPmhTZC2ntrFmwQg84mmBd?s=hd&p=i&mlu=0](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IPmhTZC2ntrFmwQg84mmBd?s=hd&p=i&mlu=0)

**After Work Pilgrims: Walk with intention.** Berlin is demanding, and the day was long. And somewhere between finishing work and the night, there's a moment where we just need to breathe. That's what After Work Pilgrims is for. We walk together through the city – through parks in the middle of all the concrete – with intention. Just a few kilometres on foot: with silence, a short reflection, and good company. It's more than a walk. But it doesn't feel like it. Duration: approx\. 2 hours \| Distance: 4–7 km \| Free No experience needed. Comfortable shoes recommended. Come as you are. *** 📅 Wed, July 8, 6:00 PM 📍 Tiergarten (Meeting point: Global Stone Project, [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ud8DAwdPKEoqR6U66](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ud8DAwdPKEoqR6U66)) 📩 You’re welcome to join our [WhatsApp group](https://www.alexander-steinfeldt.de/hikes/berlin-pilgrims/) for updates and connection before the hike. 🧭 Pilgrim Guide Alex (Mail alexander.steinfeldt@outlook.com or WhatsApp +49 157 57652601) \-\-\- **Waitlist = You're in! 😊** Currently, only 10 members can officially register on Meetup (due to the restrictions of the free version). However, you’re welcome to join the hike by joining the [Whatsapp group](https://www.alexander-steinfeldt.de/hikes/berlin-pilgrims/) for this event.

[*Registration form required below*] **Interested in Japanese sword fighting or Japanese culture? Come join a trial and experience the traditional Samurai art at Katori Shintō-ryū in Schöneberg.** **Trial Fee**: **25€**/ session (2hr). Classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 19:00 to 21:00. **!!SIGN UP HERE**: [Katori Shinto-ryū Berlin Sign-up (google.com)](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBt4A13VgnEcgQQ2PDaruthmYMRWineG4KtUCKsuC9KBsCUQ/viewform) Registration is required before your participation so that we can prepare enough training equipment. **Address**: Belziger Str. 25, 10823 Berlin. **No previous experience required!** The classes are in English and German. **Our website**: [Kenjutsu Berlin - Official school of Katori Shinto-ryu in Berlin (katoriberlin.org)](https://katoriberlin.org/) **Katori Shintō-ryū** is one of the oldest Japanese sword fighting traditions (koryū) still practised today and is recognized by the Japanese government as a cultural intangeable asset. The school was founded in the middle of the 15th century by Iizasa Chōisai Ienao at the Katori Shrine (Katori jingū) and has become the origin of numerous other martial arts schools over the course of its almost 600-year history. The training consists of the continuous repetition of fixed sequences of movements (kata) and includes the use of classic Japanese weapons such as the sword (iai-jutsu, battō-jutsu, ken-jutsu, ryōtō-jutsu, kodachi-jutsu), the long staff (bō-jutsu), the lance (naginata-jutsu) and the spear (sō-jutsu), as well as unarmed disciplines, tactics and spiritual aspects. **The Katori Berlin dojo** is the only official shibu of Otake Nobutoshi-shihan’s dojo Shinbukan in Germany and fully dedicated to the transmission and study of one martial tradition: Tenshinshō-den Katori Shintō-ryū. Through these efforts we aim to contribute to the cultural preservation of this martial tradition. The dojo has one officially appointed shidosha. **Our sensei**: Sebastian Graetz has been active in martial arts since 1997. After almost 15 years of taekwondo in Berlin, he started with Katori Shintō-ryū in Asia in 2014. Since then, he has studied in Japan with Ōtake Risuke-shihan and Ōtake Nobutoshi-shihan, and in Vietnam with Malte Stokhof-shihandai. In 2023, he received his Menkyo license and permission to set up a training group in Berlin the following year.

***Explore forests, Rhine viewpoints, legends and a fairytale castle on a spectacular summer hike to Schloss Drachenburg.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS EVENT?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/drachenburg-castle-dragons-hill-hike](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/drachenburg-castle-dragons-hill-hike) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** Few places in Germany combine history, legends, castles, forests and panoramic river views as beautifully as the Siebengebirge. This unforgettable summer adventure takes you through one of Germany's oldest nature reserves, following scenic forest trails, hidden viewpoints and legendary landscapes overlooking the Rhine Valley. Our destination is the spectacular **Schloss Drachenburg**, one of Germany's most beautiful castle-palaces. Perched high above the Rhine, this fairy-tale masterpiece looks like something straight out of a storybook. Along the way, we'll discover the legendary **Drachenfels (Dragon's Rock)**, connected to the famous Nibelungen saga, where the legendary hero Siegfried is said to have slain a dragon. Expect: 🏰 Fairytale Castles 🌲 Ancient Forest Trails 🌊 Rhine Valley Panoramas 📸 Incredible Photography Spots 🐉 German Legends & Myths ☀️ One of Germany's Most Scenic Summer Hikes **WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?** **Schloss Drachenburg -** A breathtaking Neo-Gothic castle-palace with grand interiors and sweeping Rhine views. **Drachenfels -** The legendary “Dragon’s Rock,” famous for its mythological connection and panoramic summit views. **Siebengebirge Nature Reserve -** A beautiful landscape of volcanic hills, forests and scenic hiking paths. **Rhine Valley Viewpoints -** Multiple lookout points with unforgettable views over the Rhine, vineyards and surrounding hills. **Drachenfels Castle Ruins -** Atmospheric medieval ruins with some of the best views in the region. **Historic Drachenfels Railway -** Germany’s oldest rack railway, available as an optional descent after the hike. **TRIP DETAILS** **Start and End Date:** Saturday, 11 July 2026. **Meeting Location and Time:** * **Option A** – Meet inside Niederdollendorf Königswinter Station at **10:00 AM.** * **Option B** – Meet outside Drachenfelsstraße Entrance at **10:30 AM.** **Note:** Exact platform location in Niederdollendorf Königswinter Station will be advised in the WhatsApp group for confirmed participants the day before the trip. **Finishing Location and Time:** * **Option A** – Niederdollendorf Königswinter Station at approximately **7:00 PM.** * **Option B** – Schloss Drachenburg at approximately **5:30 PM.** **Hiking Distance:** Approximately 18–19 km total. Main hike to the castle: Approximately 15 km. Optional extension: Additional 3–4 km. **Hiking Difficulty:** Moderate * Forest trails * Well-marked paths * Moderate elevation gain * Suitable for anyone with reasonable fitness **Kid Friendly:** Yes **Other things to note:** * Please wear proper hiking footwear. * Bring at least 1.5 litres of water. * Weather can change quickly in the hills above the Rhine. * Sun protection is strongly recommended. * The optional extension after the castle is ideal for those who still have energy and want to explore more viewpoints and ruins. **What is included?** * Community Leader and Guide for the entire duration of the trip * Guided castle & history experience * Guided hiking experience * Local legends and storytelling * Access to a dedicated WhatsApp group for participants * Access to a shared Google Photos album for event photos and memories * Friendly community atmosphere and group coordination throughout the day **Note:** Please contact us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp & we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication. **What is not included?** * Drachenfels Railway ticket (optional) * Castle entry ticket (Approx. €10–12) * Food & Drinks * Personal Expenses **How to get there?** * **From Cologne -** Direct regional trains. Approx. 35 minutes * **From Bonn -** Direct regional trains. Approx. 15 minutes * **From Düsseldorf -** Approx. 1 hour * **From Frankfurt -** Approx. 1.5 hours **Need Assistance?** For travel planning help or future multi-day trips, reach out directly: 📲 WhatsApp / SMS +49 152 2150 6123 +49 151 2486 7229 **WHAT IS THE PLAN?** **10:00 AM** Meet at Niederdollendorf Königswinter Station. Introduction to the hike and fellow participants. **10:30 AM** Begin hiking through the beautiful forests of the Siebengebirge. **12:00 PM** Reach the first panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Rhine Valley. Photo and snack break. **1:00 PM** Continue through forest trails and scenic ridges. Hear stories about Drachenfels, the Rhine and local legends. **2:30 PM** Lunch break at one of the scenic viewpoints. **4:00 PM** Arrival at Schloss Drachenburg. Explore the castle, terraces and gardens. **5:15 PM** Optional visit to Drachenfels summit and medieval castle ruins. OR Relax at Schloss Drachenburg and enjoy the views. **6:00 PM** Optional descent via the historic Drachenfels Railway. OR Walk back down through the forest. **7:00 PM** Arrival at Königswinter Station. End of adventure and farewell. **A DAY OF CASTLES, LEGENDS & RHINE VALLEY VIEWS** * Walk through ancient forests. * Discover Germany’s legendary Dragon Mountain. * Explore one of Europe’s most beautiful castle-palaces. * Join us for an unforgettable summer adventure above the Rhine. **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.

Join us for a two mile hike along the Big Walnut trail leaving from Woodside Green Park in Gahanna to the Nob Hill and back. This scenic paved trail along the creek is a great Gahanna trail. Come and see the beauty with us!

Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel. Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger. Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life. Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.

The ultimate Thursday night out is back. Join us for BAM Thursdays (Bar, Art, and Music) at the Columbus Museum of Art. Live music, great art, delicious bites, vendors and fresh cocktails in the garden space. Limited seating is also available inside Schokko Café (yummy sharable plates). **FEE:** BAM Thursday evenings offer **FREE general admission** from 5:00–9:00 PM. See what’s on view [here](https://www.columbusmuseum.org/art-exhibitions/on-view-now/) (special exhibits are $5.00 fee). **TOUR**: I'll lead a tour of the main museum from 6:30pm til 7pm. FREE **PARKING** behind the museum is $7.00. Nearby parking a little cheaper. **SEATING**: *Tables are available on a first come first serve basis for dining. In the event of inclement weather, BAM Thursdays will move inside to the atrium.* **DRESS**: Summer dressy casual

Hosted by OSU Extension Summer 2026 Food Preservation Workshops Join Shari Gallup from Ohio State University Extension, for a summer food preservation series at the Bryn Du Mansion. Discover how to safely preserve food at home. Learn basic food preservation methods including pressure canning, water bath canning and drying. June 4 - Water Bath Canning July 9 - Pressure Canning August 6 - Drying Fruits and Vegetables We're excited to once again welcome Shari Gallup from The Ohio State University Extension Office to lead a series of Life Local food preservation workshops. These hands-on sessions are designed to help participants learn practical, time-tested techniques for preserving seasonal foods at home. Registration is not yet open but will be available soon. Stay tuned for details on this wonderful series. Time 5:00 p.m. Location Bryn Du Mansion 587 Jones Road, Granville https://www.bryndu.com/public-events