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עברית בהמשך **[Sign up Here](https://tickchak.co.il/93164?ref=nwc)** **AYN RAND Con TLV — A New Path to Victory** **Location:** Nahum Gutman Museum of Art, Tel Aviv Why has the war lasted so long? Could it have been conducted differently? How do the ideas we hold shape our lives? October 7th, the way many states and universities responded to it, and the grinding war that followed should raise urgent questions for any thinking Israeli who cares about their life, their freedom, and the country they live in. **AYN RAND Con TLV** will take on the hard questions, cut to their intellectual core, and present a worldview fundamentally different from what you hear today. Through Ayn Rand’s distinctive philosophy—treating freedom, individualism, and human reason as exalted values—our speakers will analyze the war in Gaza. They will argue why secularism, a rational moral code, and a deep love of human life demand a decisive, uncompromising defeat of the enemy. You will encounter a new way to look at the war and at Israel—and, more fundamentally, a radically different way to think about your own life and happiness. This is a first-of-its-kind event in Israel, featuring speakers and experts from around the world. It is for people who take ideas, truth, and justice seriously. It is for people whose lives matter to them. If that’s you—especially if you’re young—this conference is for you. **Reserve your seat early.** **Featured speakers:** * **Tal Tsfany** — President & CEO, Ayn Rand Institute * **Dr. Aaron Smith** — PhD (Philosophy); Senior Fellow & Educator, Ayn Rand Institute * **Dr. Nikos Sotirakopoulos** — PhD (Sociology & Politics); Lecturer & Writer, Ayn Rand Institute * **Boaz Arad** — Founder & CEO, Ayn Rand Center Israel * **Mosab Hassan Yousef (“The Green Prince”)** — Exclusive live Zoom interview * Additional speakers to be announced. **Agenda:** **8:00 AM – Arrival & Registration** **9:00 AM – Opening Remarks – Tal Tsfany** **9:15 AM – Israel’s Moral Right to Exist as a Free, Western Nation – Nikos Sotirakopoulos** **10:00 AM – Objectivism: A Philosophy of Life for the Living – Aaron Smith** **10:45 AM – Coffee Break** **11:00 AM – Philosophy and Happiness – Tal Tsfany** **11:50 AM – Panel: How Rand’s Ideas Impacted My Life – Michael Kauffman, Guy Gavrieli, Iyar Raichel, Itamar Feldman** **12:30 PM – Lunch Break** **1:15 PM – Q&A Panel** **1:55 PM – Elan Journo conducts a Zoom interview with the “Green Prince” Mosab Hassan Yousef** **3:00 PM – Closing Remarks – Tal Tsfany** [Please sign up here](https://tickchak.co.il/93164?ref=nwc) עברית: **[הרשמה באתר](https://tickchak.co.il/90051)** **AYN RAND Con TLV — דרך חדשה לניצחון** **מקום:** מוזאון נחום גוטמן לאמנות, תל-אביב למה המלחמה נמשכת כל כך הרבה זמן? האם היינו יכולים לנהל אותה אחרת? כיצד הרעיונות שאנחנו מחזיקים מעצבים את חיינו? השבעה באוקטובר, האופן שבו מדינות ואוניברסיטאות רבות הגיבו לו, והמלחמה הנגררת שהתנהלה מאז—כל אלה צריכים לעורר שאלות דחופות אצל כל ישראלי חושב שאכפת לו מהחיים שלו, מהחופש שלו, ומהמדינה שבה הוא חי. **AYN RAND Con TLV** יעסוק בשאלות הקשות, יחתור לליבה האינטלקטואלית שלהן, ויציג השקפת עולם השונה מהותית ממה ששומעים היום. באמצעות הפילוסופיה הייחודית של איין ראנד—הרואה בחירות, אינדיבידואליזם ותבונת האדם ערכים נשגבים—הדוברים שלנו ינתחו את המלחמה בעזה. הם יטענו מדוע דווקא חילוניות, מוסריות ואהבת חיי אדם מחייבות הכרעה נחושה ובלתי-מתפשרת של האויב. תוצג לכם דרך אחרת להביט על המלחמה ועל ישראל—ובעומק רב יותר, דרך שונה בתכלית להתבונן על החיים והאושר האישי שלכם. זהו אירוע ייחודי וראשון מסוגו בישראל, עם דוברים ומומחים מרחבי העולם. הוא מיועד למי שמתייחס לרעיונות, לאמת ולצדק ברצינות. הוא מיועד לאנשים שחייהם חשובים להם. אם אתם כאלה—ובמיוחד אם אתם צעירים—הכנס הזה בשבילכם. **הבטיחו את מקומכם ורכשו כרטיסים מוקדם.** **בין הדוברים:** * **טל צפאני** — מנכ״ל ונשיא מכון איין ראנד (ARI) * **ד״ר אהרן סמית׳** — דוקטור לפילוסופיה; חוקר ומרצה בכיר במכון איין ראנד * **ד״ר ניקוס סוטירקופולוס** — דוקטור לסוציולוגיה ופוליטיקה; מרצה וכותב במכון איין ראנד * **בועז ארד** — מייסד ומנכ״ל מרכז איין ראנד בישראל * **מסעב חסן יוסף (“הנסיך הירוק”)** — ראיון זום בלעדי לכנס תוכניה: * **08:00** **פתיחת דלתות והרשמה** * **08:45** **דברי פתיחה - טל צפאני** * **09:10** **הזכות המוסרית של ישראל להתקיים מהיותה מדינה חופשית ומערבית - ניקוס סוטיראקופולוס** * **10:00** **איך הפילוסופיה של איין ראנד רלוונטית לישראל - אהרון סמית׳** * **10:45** **הפסקה** * **11:00** **התמורה על ההשקעה בפילוסופיה: פילוסופיה ואושר - טל צפאני** * **11:50** **פאנל: איך רעיונותיה של איין ראנד השפיעו על חיי - מייקל קאופמן, אייר רייכל, איתמר פלדמן, גיא גבריאלי** * **12:30** **ארוחת צהריים** * **13:15** **פאנל שאלות ותשובות** * **13:55** **ראיון זום עם ״הנסיך הירוק״ מסאב חסן יוסף. מראיין: אילן ג׳ורנו** * **15:00** **דברי סיום - טל צפאני** **[הרשמה באתר](https://tickchak.co.il/90051)**

Join us in the search for the true, the good and the beautiful. Each meet is in one of two formats: a shared reading and open discussion of philosophical texts, or a continuing series of lectures based on the reading of a fascinating book of philosophy. Both formats are in Hebrew, with some reading of English texts, assisted whenever needed. We meet weekly Friday on 80 Rokach Boulevard, Tel Aviv, at the gardens of the Council for a Beautiful Israel. Welcome anyone interested in understanding life more deeply, regardless of age or prior knowledge. The love of wisdom is enough. Please join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JeAa2uRNTlF0rdrVTLzUC0?mode=wwt Note: there's always enough sitting room, but some of it is on the grass or a mat on the floor. If you want to guarantee yourself a chair, please bring one with you. Sapere Aude! (Kant's Motto: Dare to Think!)

Hare: Popcorn **Ugly sweater HannuChristmas run** Bring your ugliest sweaters with your prettiest faces! A cold winter trail in the center of Tel Aviv, with a warm on-after at Popcorn's place. BYOM (Bring Your Own Meat) ! \* Beware of Wolt scooters When: December 20, 3 pm Where: Central Tel Aviv, precise location to be announced Join us wankers! (It costs 25 shekel) Magic Dyke

**TAMI Fanzine Release Party** All the deadlines were missed but we are finally releasing the bullshit TAMI fanzine! Come at any time from 6pm to late. There will be music, beers, fanzines and much more :) All creatures welcome!

Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com). **Other Important Details:** WiFi name/password: TBD Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

Книжный клуб по произведению Чехова "Палата номер 6". Мы обсудим произведение, обменяемся мнениями и попробуем глубже понять и почувствовать о чем написал автор. Я придерживаюсь позиции, что нет неравильных и правильных мнений на литературу :)

Join us in the search for the true, the good and the beautiful. Each meet is in one of two formats: a shared reading and open discussion of philosophical texts, or a continuing series of lectures based on the reading of a fascinating book of philosophy. Both formats are in Hebrew, with some reading of English texts, assisted whenever needed. We meet weekly Friday on 80 Rokach Boulevard, Tel Aviv, at the gardens of the Council for a Beautiful Israel. Welcome anyone interested in understanding life more deeply, regardless of age or prior knowledge. The love of wisdom is enough. Please join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JeAa2uRNTlF0rdrVTLzUC0?mode=wwt Note: there's always enough sitting room, but some of it is on the grass or a mat on the floor. If you want to guarantee yourself a chair, please bring one with you. Sapere Aude! (Kant's Motto: Dare to Think!)

***🎲 אירוע משחקים + אליפות שם-קוד 2025 🎲*** בואו לחגוג יחד חנוכה וסיום שנה באירוע מיוחד! 🕎🎉 מה בתוכנית? 🃏 מפגש המועדון הרגיל והאהוב - פרטים בתחתית. 🏆 אליפות שם-קוד 2025! טורניר מיוחד נושא פרסים שווים. בהרשמה נפרדת מראש. 🏆 ***אליפות שם-קוד 2025*** 🏆 🏆 מי יהיה אלוף שם-קוד 2025? 🏆**בואו לזכות ב-300 ש"ח**! 🕵️‍♀️ מרגישים שאף אחד לא יכול עליכם בשם-קוד? 🕵️‍♀️ האם גם אתם תצליחו לתת רמז של 6 מילים? 🕵️‍♀️ חושבים שאתם והפרטנר/ית שלכם קוראים מחשבות? הגיע הזמן להוכיח מי הרב-מרגלים המבריק ביותר!!! 📌מה בתוכנית? 1\. טורניר שם\-קוד: קבוצות של 2\-3 אנשים\. (ניתן גם להירשם לבד ואנו נצוות) 2\. פרס מטורף: 300 ש״ח לקבוצה הזוכה\! 💰💰💰 3\. אירוע משחקים ענק במקביל\! עלות: 50 ש״ח. המחיר כולל גם כניסה לערב המשחקים במקביל, כיבוד ושתייה חופשי! חובה הרשמה מראש עד רביעי ה- 17.12 בלינק המצורף. הירשמו עכשיו! 👇 לינק: [https://forms.gle/KtyCU7DzwkbAvkoXA](https://forms.gle/KtyCU7DzwkbAvkoXA?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExS3JqNE1Ka214OVcwY3IzRnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4k7NvL-Z_I-KCELZKa1FA1_jhPkDQIAV85AOkZ0uTDyqDRZRf3G1G1xJEAUg_aem_USioMUKAm3Yy5E3u7fAfjg) ***🎲*** מפגש המועדון החודשי ***🎲*** אוהבים קטאן? מכורים לשם קוד? חושבים שאתם אסטרטגיים מומחים? 👑 בואו להנות ממגוון רחב של משחקי קופסה. זוהי הזדמנות מצוינת להכיר אנשים ומשחקים חדשים. 🎯 לא משנה אם אתם מחפשים ערב מהנה עם חברים, משפחה, דייט או לבד ולהכיר אנשים חדשים – המשחקים הם דרך מעולה לשבור את הקרח ולבנות קשרים. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑💬 אין צורך בידע מוקדם! האירוע מתאים לכל הרמות: 💠 שחקנים מתחילים – אל דאגה, נלמד אתכם את כל מה שצריך! 💠 שחקנים ותיקים – אתם מוזמנים גם לגלות משחקים חדשים וגם להביא את הלהיטים המובחרים שלכם מהבית. מוזמנים להצטרף לאירוע מלא באתגרים, תחרות, אסטרטגיה ובעיקר כיף! עם אוסף משחקי קופסה גדול של מעל 100 משחקים – כולל אהובים ומוכרים. 🧩 📆 מתי? יום שבת, 20.12 🕗 שעה: 13:00-17:30 📍 איפה? 7 טחנות, פארק הירקון 💵 30 ש״ח כניסה לאירוע משחקים בהרשמה המוקדמת עד ה- 19.12, 40 ש"ח אחר כך. ✨ מה להביא? אווירה טובה ואת המשחקים האהובים עליכם! (לא חובה, יש גם אוסף גדול במקום). 🥐 מלא חטיפים ושתייה חופשי. 🍕 פיצה ובירה בעלות נוספת. קבוצת העידכונים בוואטסאפ: https://chat.whatsapp.com/ETCOIJkx3rQLHxKPx8PmJS 🔗 לינק לאירוע המשחקים בפייסבוק: https://www.facebook.com/events/1219716743388653

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. Join locall Tel-Aviv chat with all news and updates https://chat.whatsapp.com/IWWgu9DznjzLvMe8p6cVCu?mode=ac_t For any questions pleae contact Tel-Aviv city leaders: Lev +972 55-7704496 Ilia +972535007183 Nastya +972533838320 Dan +972537162316 More about FRC global: 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

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.

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

# Save the date! FUTURE MEETINGS! [](https://www.meetup.com/funandfood/events/299189211//attendees/) [Hosted By](https://www.meetup.com/funandfood/events/299189211//attendees/) [Dara T.](https://www.meetup.com/funandfood/events/299189211//attendees/) This listing is information only. Each event will be scheduled individually. ## DO NOT TRY TO SIGN UP ON THIS LIST! January 12 , 2025 - Greek epiphany: Blessing of the Waters, Mad Greek Restaurant February 9, 2025 - Valentine's Day in Germany, Hillgarten Beer Garden, Hilliard March 15, 2025, Indian Holi Festival, Aab India Restaurant April 6, 2025 - Chinese: Hanchi / Qingming Festival May 4, 2025 - Japanese Golden Week, Akai Hana Japanese Restaurant June 8, 2025- Hawaiian King Kamehameha Day, Ohana Grill Hawaiian Restaurant July 5, 2025, 60's Nostalgia: Dance to the Moonbats, JT's Restaurant (Fabulous pub food and great beer, as well as dancing music). They play British Invasion music. Dining Out Fun Times Make New Friends ## Photos (1) [See all](https://www.meetup.com/funandfood/photos/34336422) Add photos

The topic for December is "Reunion" 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 7:00 pm, show starts at 7:30 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!

**Come anytime during 4-8. Stay as long as you want. No set time*** It’s a chance to meet people in our age group regardless if you’re in your fifties, sixties or seventies! Retired or still working.

Join us as we kick the New Year with a fun Happy Hour and your choice of two fun, new films! Option 1 is the biographical-musical-docu-drama, SONG SUNG BLUE, which stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson in the story about a real-life couple and Neil Diamond Tribute Duo. Option 2 is the comedy-action-adventure ACACONDA, which stars Jack Black and Paul Rudd as part of a group of friends remaking a favorite movie from their youth. Here’s a complete description, trailer and our plan for this event: SONG SUNG BLUE: The film follows Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, who experience success and heartbreak in their musical journey together. Not a tribute to Neil Diamond, but a tribute to a Neil Diamond Tribute Band! The film is based on the 2008 documentary of the same name and is directed by Craig Brewer. It stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, along with Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir, Hudson Hensley, Fisher Stevens and Jim Belushi. Critics call the film, “a crowd-pleaser with a ton of heart!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCM0Ztp3o1o ANACONDA: In this action-thriller-comedy-adventure, a group of friends going through a mid-life crisis head to the jungle to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter “unexpected events.” The film is directed by Tom Gormican and stars Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Selton Mello, Daniela Melchior, Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn. The film is a reimagining of the 1997 original. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMsFsfrPNaw PLAN: We’ll kick off the event with a pre-show Happy Hour at nearby Bravo! We’ll confirm the details and exact meeting time once we get the showtimes, but planning for 5 to 5:30pm for the Happy Hour and a 7pm-ish showing of both films. For the movies, we’ll meet inside the lobby area about 20 minutes before showtimes! Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your Movie of Choice and seat number in the Comments below. Complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

# **Band: Firefly Trace, caller Kenny Greer** Beginner lesson at 7:30, regular dancing begins at 8:00 **Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. Please bring your own refillable water bottle.