Horror Geeks

We invite you to join us for a shared cinema experience followed by an open discussion. Together we will watch *“The Exorcist”*, one of the most iconic and chilling horror films ever made. Directed by William Friedkin, this legendary 1973 classic follows a mother who becomes increasingly alarmed by the disturbing transformation of her 12-year-old daughter. As strange and terrifying events escalate, a troubled young priest—grappling with his own crisis of faith—is called upon to confront a force beyond comprehension. What unfolds is a deeply unsettling story about belief, fear, and the battle between good and evil. This special screening is part of *The DMP Friday Night Fright Show*, a bi-weekly celebration of horror cinema featuring vintage trailers, trivia, and grindhouse-style surprises—making it a unique experience for fans of the genre. **Movie details:** 🎥 *THE EXORCIST* 🇺🇸 USA, 1973 🎞️ Duration: 132 min 🎬 Director: William Friedkin 👩‍🎤 Cast: Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn 🗣️ Language: English – OmU (Original with subtitles) 📅 Friday, April 24, 2026 🕒 19:30 📍 Kino 2, Babylon Kino, Rosa-Luxemburg-Straße 30, 10178 Berlin 🎟️ Tickets: Please buy your ticket online: [BABYLON in Berlin - The Exorcist](https://babylonberlin.eu/film/1784-the-exorcist) 👉 Join our WhatsApp group to chat about the film and coordinate meeting at the café! [Group Chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/J1PU7iWTNeBLQ4oRz27grV) ⚠️ Note: This is a WhatsApp group link. If it doesn’t open in the Meetup app, please copy & paste it into your browser or open it in the WhatsApp app. After the screening, We will then go together to a nearby café to continue the experience with an informal discussion, giving everyone a chance to share thoughts about the film and connect with other cinema enthusiasts.

The "classical" bookswap is simple: * We meet in a café and put the book(s) we brought down on the tables. * We browse and discuss the books with one another while sipping coffee or hot chocolate, or eating cake. * We write our names down on any books we’d like to take home (post-its and pens provided). * At the end of the evening, negotiate any books that are contended and take a new-to-you book home! Books/happiness shared are books/happiness multiplied! A Bookswap is 10 times better than a Book Club because you can talk about ALL the books instead of just one! This is a great way to give your books a new home and make room for new books: that book you feel guilty for not having read even though it's been sitting on your bedside table for the last 5 years, the book you liked but didn't love, the book you loved so much you want everyone to read it, the book you somehow own three copies of, that book you absolutely hated even though everyone else loves it, and so on. Moreover, you will meet fellow readers, get a new book or two, and several book recommendations. We’ve often had readers experience books they wouldn't normally buy and enjoy it. GROUP EXPECTATIONS for PLEASANT SWAPPING * Please bring a book! It's not that you bring one you take one, but do try your best to bring something. * Books stay on the tables, open for sharing, until you are ready to leave so that everyone can have a look. We are notably not first come first serve. Please wait until you are leaving to bag the book. * If two or more people want the only copy of a book, negotiate. Maybe one of you reads it first and then gives it to the others. Or perhaps they have found another book instead. Or leave it to fate and toss a coin. The best part: now you have found somebody whose taste you can really admire. In any case, please don't walk away with a book with several names on it without letting the others know. These negotiations are fun and easy, so don't shy away from a book because there's already a name on it, and feel free to put your name on as many books as you find interesting. It's not that you bring one you take one; you may take as many as you can negotiate. * Political discussions with consent: make sure the people you are talking to would like to have a political discussion with you. * Please respect this space as first and foremost a community for connecting readers over their love of books and reading, stories, and narratives of all sorts. Please be respectful of tastes and opinions. * If something is bothering you, please reach out to the organizers, and we'll do our best to resolve it. * Lastly, don't expect your book back. It will find a new home. If you love it, let it go. Major LANGUAGES (and genres) of this meetup: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian; Fiction, Non-Fiction, Serious Reading, Light Fun, “classics", Krimis, Booker winners, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Self-Help and more. You never know who can read what languages, and there's no accounting for taste. We are a delightful and international group of readers. We look forward to swapping with you!

**Open Reflection Circle** is a small and intimate women’s gathering in Berlin, where we come together in a cozy café to share, reflect, and connect with one another. In this circle, a small group of around **8–10 women** gathers to spend time in meaningful conversation and reflection. We begin by introducing ourselves and gently creating a space where everyone feels comfortable and welcomed. Through guided reflection prompts, we explore our journeys, our emotions, and the experiences that shape our lives. These prompts are designed to help you open up and reflect more deeply on your thoughts, your dreams, and the challenges you may be navigating. We also include a few light and playful exercises to break the ice and help everyone feel relaxed and connected. The intention is not to create pressure to share, but to create an environment where sharing feels natural and safe. The heart behind the **Open Reflection Circle** is simple: to bring together women who can hold space for each other and remind one another that we are not alone in our journeys. This is a space where we can talk honestly about our lives — our visions, our goals, what we are building, and what sometimes holds us back from taking action. We reflect together on questions such as: Where do we want to go in life? What are we dreaming of creating? What challenges are we facing in our emotional wellbeing or personal growth? By listening to one another’s stories and perspectives, we often discover insights that we might not have seen on our own. You are encouraged to bring a **notebook and pen**, as many women like to take notes from reflections, ideas, and inspiration that arise during the conversation. Toward the end of the gathering, we close with a small and meaningful practice: exchanging short **love letters of gratitude** with each other. These simple messages help us acknowledge the presence of the women in the circle and leave the space with a feeling of appreciation, connection, and warmth. The intention of this circle is not advice or fixing each other’s problems. It is simply to **listen, reflect, learn from one another, and hold space for the beautiful complexity of each woman’s journey.**

Welcome to "Challenge Accepted," the monthly head-to-head-to-head battle of some of the best improvisers in Berlin! This time, the points are *serious*. The winner not only gets the Improv Challenge Cup, but is invited to defend their crown at the next Challenge! Our next show features: Summer Banks (Rollercoasters, Some Nerve) Joanna Jourdan (Drunk Classics, The Marbelles) Aaron Wallace (Nearly Terminal, The Buckingham) Expect ridiculous characters, hilarious scenes and funny songs, all made up on the spot! Doors: 19:30, Show: 20:00 Advance tickets: https://www.improvworksberlin.com/shows "A shameless ripoff of Make Some Noise on [Dropout.tv](http://Dropout.tv)" - Sam Reich\* "You should definitely subscribe to [Dropout.tv](http://Dropout.tv)" - Andrew Rae, hoping not to get sued \* not Sam Reich

Book a ticket [HERE](https://www.epiccomedyberlin.com/weekly-shows?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=dark-thoughts-meetup-berlin-sales&utm_content=listing-main-v1&target=weekly-shows&show=dark-thoughts&city=berlin) A Berlin comedy show where Berlin's top stand up comedians take your suggestions and generate hilarious sets on the spot! ★★★★★ DOORS 10:45 PM SHOW STARTS 11 PM ★★★★★ ★★★★★ENGLISH-SPEAKING★★★★★ Finally, something Netflix can't match! The Darkest Thoughts Comedy Berlin show offers you the audience a chance to get immediate comedy based on any topic you can think of. This interactive comedy show opens with a short and funny conversation with the host about what themes interest you today. Then there is a short break where you get another drink and write down whatever you want us to improvise about in the second part related to the themes we discussed. Then a lineup of the best Berlin comedians will come in and improvise standup comedy on the spot with your notes! It's gonna be funny, interesting comedy show generated straight from your thoughts! This is a donation-based show (Recommended donation 10-15 Euro) so entry is free but we recommend you reserve your seat as seating is limited (reservations valid until 15 minutes before the show starts.) So reserve now and let the Darkest Thoughts Comedy show pluck some funny directly from your mind!

[BOOK HERE CLICK LINK ](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/dark-comedy-at-z-bar-berlin-mitte-english-with-tera-kilbride-tickets-688393953847) Laugh while the world burns? Come for some DARKER jokes! Hot variety! Stand Up comedy! International humor! Comedy for twisted minds! Finally, a Friday evening event where you can relax, enjoy drinks, brings friends or come solo; and hear jokes + stories from troubled people -- just like yourself! This evening is sure to be hilarious, dark, bizarre, funny, inappropriate, + troubling and oh isn´t that just life?! COMEDIANS: Tera + a different lineup every show - always lots of variety! Dark mic with a variety of hot acts. RESERVATIONS are recommended. Seating is first come, first serve. Reservations highly recommended. Z-Bar is open for drinks before the show. Show is in the back theatre, a very unique vibe. Don´t miss out! Seats are 10€ pre-paid Ticket, or 15 Euros at the Door, without a Booking, cash or card. DRINKS AVAILABLE in the bar anytime before the show! Doors to the theatre open at 22:15. You must claim your reservation by 22:15, or we allow folks without a reservation in. Show starts at 22:30! Host TERA KILBRIDE, [https://terakilbride.com](https://terakilbride.com) [https://www.instagram.com/teracomedy_/](https://www.instagram.com/teracomedy_/)

This time we will be discussing Blood & Sinners by Ryan Coogler Film info: https://m.imdb.com/de/title/tt31193180/ Don't forget to watch the film before joining the meetup :)

You want to make animated short film, collaborate on, or be part of the creation process; this meetup is for you! From animators, storytellers, character designers, 3D modellers, sound designers or voice actors, join in and share your work. We present our creations and work processes, share our knowledge and skills, give and receive honest constructive feedback. This regular meet-up is there to set a structure in our creation process, initiate the opportunity to collaborate and to be a source of inspiration. The goal is the process. Let us enjoy the animations we want to make! PS: The café has another floor, take some time to look upstairs ;)

**"I swear it's a sport! 🏸"** Let’s meet, play, and have fun! Our motto: **Sweet & Sweat!** ⚠️ **CRITICAL: RSVP & CONFIRMATION** * **First-Timers:** If it's your first time joining us, I will send you a **Direct Message** to confirm your attendance. **Please reply by Friday 1:00 PM**, or your spot will be released to the waiting list. * **Stay Alert:** Check your Meetup messages and comments regularly if you are on the main or waiting list. * **Update RSVP:** Sign out immediately if you can’t make it (even from the waiting list). * **Safety**: By registering, you acknowledge that you are participating at your own risk, and will be considerate for other players safety. *** 💰 **HOW TO JOIN & PAY** **Option 1: PayPal (€12)** 1. Sign up for the event. 2. **When to pay:** You can pay **immediately** upon signup or anytime **until Saturday evening**. 3. Link: [https://paypal.me/berlinhorizon](https://paypal.me/berlinhorizon) (**Use "Friends & Family" only!**) - Indicate your name and the event date please ! * *Note:* If you are on the **Waiting List**, do NOT pay until you are officially moved to the Main List. **Option 2: Cash (€12)** 1. Reply **'Cash'** to the RSVP question when signing up. 2. Pay in cash **on arrival** (Exact change only, please!). **Refund & Cancellation Policy:** * Guaranteed refund if you cancel **before Friday 1:00 PM** (48h notice). * Late cancellations (after Friday 1 PM) will still be required to pay. *** 🕒 **THE SCHEDULE** * **13:00:** Meet inside for introductions and registration. * **13:15:** Official court time starts *(some courts may open at 13:00 depending on availability, so **please be punctual** to maximize playtime!).* * **14:45:** End of play. * 🎁 **Bonus:** Your 10th session is **FREE**! (Paid upfront, then refunded later). *** 📍 **FACILITY & GEAR** **Location:** TiB 1848 e.V, Columbiadamm 111 (Near Tempelhofer Feld). **Equipment:** * *Racket*: Bring your own or rent one for €2. * *Shoes*: Must be **non-marking**, light-soled, and **never worn outside**. (Rental available for €2). * *Amenities*: Showers and lockers available. Sauna access depends on the club’s discretion. **Last but not least:** No worries about level, we play for fun above all! Looking forward to seeing you on the court! :)

Curious what we do? Check our [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/filmmakersandmovienerds/) ♥️ Would you like to meet some like-minded filmmakers? Start a project? Or do you need help with a movie you are currently working on? Are you new in the city and you'd like to meet people tinkering with movies? **Then you should join us!** We meet every Sunday. It’s important to us that we get to know each other in person. To create a community of connected people, work, learn and grow together. For film making you need a crew of reliable people with a positive can-do-attitude. This is the place to find them. Together, we will talk about these topics: * What you are currently working on * What you need help with * What would you like to help with * What you you would like to learn This is event is great for: * filmmakers * movie nerds * writers * camera operators * editors * actors * sound recorders * composers * gaffers * producers We are limiting the amount of people, so we can have a structured introduction and discussion. After that we get together loosely with some drinks and chats. And then we mostly go for dinner with a couple of us. **Important information**: *To sustain and grow this amazing community, we started a member contribution that is due every month. The money we collect is used solely for the purpose of the community. Of course you can come once or twice without contributing to check us out!*

Usually we’re at Halford for this, but this time, come join us in Roderich! It’s a cozy bar near S + U Pankow. And we get to be the music, so come ready to suggest a song. Have you been looking for metalhead friends to jump in the pit with? Take the first step towards befriending others with the same interests as you; join the Berlin Metal Fanatics for our regular bar night! Meet new and old metal friends alike, have a great night of bonding, and maybe a story to tell. This is your kind of mixer if you're into metal **of any kind** -- we're not into gatekeeping, just good energy. Maybe you'll find some new concert buddies or someone who knows a free apartment with Anmeldung. What's important is having a great night together.

Hi folks, this is the meetup group for the weekly Sunday Blood on the Clocktower games in the Soot bar in Manifesto at Potsdamer Platz. We run beginner-friendly and intermediate-level games throughout the afternoon and evening. **Friendly newcomers of all skill levels are welcome, no experience required!** Our group aims to provide a fun and welcoming space to experience this thrilling game of social deception. **We focus on promoting a positive and fun group atmosphere, where players don’t take themselves or the game too seriously, whether they’re heroically winning or spectacularly losing.** Our players follow the code of conduct for the Berlin Board Gamers group and are expected to treat each other with respect and consideration – “killing with grace, and dying with dignity”. We are usually able to offer two simultaneous games on Sundays. If you are marked as "attending" in Meetup and are in your seat at 15:00, your place is guaranteed for as long as you want to stay. All other seats are first come, first served. We always run at least one beginner-friendly game of the basic version of Clocktower ("Trouble Brewing") throughout the afternoon and evening. We also usually have enough players for a second intermediate-level game. If you are already very familiar with Clocktower, consider also joining our Tuesday meetup for advanced players, when we play with complex custom scripts and characters. Blood on the Clocktower is a deep, mechanical game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception… think Werewolf on steroids. Each player receives a unique secret role and plays either for the good team – the uninformed majority, gathering info and working with others to solve the puzzle – or the evil team, the informed minority, scheming to eliminate good players and protect their demon from execution. In our beginner games no prior experience is expected and we will gladly explain the game rules to any newcomers. We play in English so players should be able to understand and express themselves in English: an exception is possible for one pair of players willing to play together (as a “Revolutionary” pair) where one player can interpret into and out of English. Please let us know in advance if this is the case. We are very grateful to the wonderful folks at Manifesto for hosting our meetup! **Please support the venue during your visit by buying drinks and/or food.**

**Playfight Queerfight** with **Playfight Collective \(LoveDragon \| Sue\)** for **GBTQ men\*** **[Book a Ticket](https://wearevillage.org/shop/playfight-ritual/w17-2026)** **Member: 15 €** **Non Member: 25 €** Das Playfight-Ritual bietet einen sicheren Raum für queere Menschen, um sich in einer Gemeinschaft körperlich zu begegnen. Es findet in Form von Einzelbegegnungen statt, bei denen sich die Kommunikation hauptsächlich auf die Körpersprache und weniger auf den verbalen Ausdruck stützt. Das Ritual kann von einem Tanz mit minimalem Körperkontakt über gemütliches Kuscheln und spielerisches Herumrollen bis hin zu energiegeladenen Kämpfen reichen, bei denen Kraft und Beweglichkeit erprobt werden. Jeder Playfight wird von den beiden beteiligten Personen bestimmt und kann jederzeit beendet werden durch ein Wort oder durch einen Doppelklopfer. Bevor das eigentliche Ritual beginnt, gibt es eine Aufwärmphase und eine Erklärung der Regeln. **Hinweise** Trage bequeme Kleidung, in der du dich frei bewegen kannst. Lange Hosen sind ratsam, um Verletzungen an den Knien zu vermeiden. Auf Schmuck sollte verzichtet werden. **Sprache**: Je nach Bedürfnissen der Gruppe werden wir Deutsch und/oder Englisch sprechen. **Kosten**: Diese Veranstaltung zählt zu den zwei kostenfreien Veranstaltungen pro Monat für Mitglieder. **Member werden**: Als Mitglied unterstützt du nicht nur unser Projekt, sondern du erhältst gleichzeitig monatlich Zugang zu zwei kostenfreien Veranstaltungen. Mehr Infos **[hier](https://wearevillage.org/mitgliedschaft/).** The Playfight Ritual is a gathering that provides a safe space for queer individuals to connect physically within a supportive community. It takes the form of one-on-one encounters, where communication relies mainly on body language rather than verbal expression. The ritual can range from a dance with minimal physical contact to cozy cuddling and playful rolling around, or even energetic fights that explore strength and agility. Each playfight ‘belongs’ to the two individuals engaging in it and can be ended at any time by a word or by double-tapping your partner or the floor. There will be a warm-up phase and an explanation of the rules before the actual ritual starts. **General information** Wear comfortable clothes in which you can move freely. Long trousers are advised to avoid mattress burns on your knees. Jewellery is not recommended. **Language**: We’ll speak English and/or German, depending on the needs of the group. **Cost**: This event is one of two free events included each month in the membership programme. **Become a member**: As a member, you not only support our project, but you also get access to two free events every month. More information here. More information **[here](https://wearevillage.org/en/become-a-member/)**.

The Alliance is part of the Greater Central Ohio Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We are an all-voices chorus dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for all those who love to sing, regardless of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation or musical background. The Alliance is the first and only all-voices barbershop chorus in Central Ohio. **Who:** Anyone with a passion for singing at a high level. Previous barbershop chorus/quartet experience not required. **When:** The Alliance rehearses weekly on Thursdays from 7pm-10pm. **Where:** Lord Of Life Lutheran Church: 2480 W Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235 To become a full member of The Alliance, we welcome you to start by visiting us for a few rehearsals to experience the group and sing with us! Then, you may begin the 2-part audition process for membership: the assessement, and audition. We strive to make our auditions as stress-free as possible to help you let your best singing self shine.

Join us for a Fun Friday event as we get together to see the long-awaited sequel to the 2006 original, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2! Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci all return for this follow-up that finds the former assistant is now a rival! Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follow’s Miranda Priestly's struggle against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amidst declining print media. The film is directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna (who wrote/directed the 2006 original). It stars returning cast members Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci along with newcomers Justin Theroux and Kenneth Branagh. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9HXmMnUEdE PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but early arrival is advised. Be sure to mention you’re with the Movie Group for admission/concession discounts. And make this a true Fun Friday by joining us after the show for the best part of the night – food and drinks at the nearby Rusty Bucket! Complete details, including showtime, will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Should be a fun one, Dan