Idea Cafe

Hi and welcome to our next Socrates Café philosophy meetup! Do you have a hunger for deeper understanding of yourself and the world? Do you value deep, honest and respectful dialogue? If yes, then this meetup will be very interesting for you. • WHAT IS A MEETUP ABOUT? At every meetup we have a discussion using Socratic method: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_method We ask, answer and discuss questions and ideas to stimulate critical thinking and to widen our perspectives with new concepts and thoughts. The main purpose of these meetups is to enrich ourselves with the perspectives of others, not to convince others about our own perspectives. Our meetups are about our own philosophies of life and not necessarily what the great philosophers and academics have said or written. It is not a debating club or a platform for proselytizing. Instead, we place the emphasis on questioning, open mindedness and challenging our own assumptions while listening to and respecting the views shared by others. A Socrates Café meetup is considered a success when participants leave a discussion with many more questions than they had at the beginning. • WHAT TOPIC IS DISCUSSED AT THE MEETUP? Participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote and choose that event's most popular topic for discussion. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. Some examples of subjects chosen on previous meetups: * What ideals are worth dying for? * Why are we never satisfied? * Why is it that human beings know that the society is going wrong, leaders are well informed about it and things continue as is? * Is identity necessary? * How can it be that people in democratic societies are so obsessed with power? (Desire to be different, better, stronger than others) * What is friendship? • WHO PARTICIPATES AT THIS MEETUP? Anybody is more than welcome to join our meetups. Our events gather people from different backgrounds, different cultures, while no philosophical background is mandatory. Our usual participants are people that have a hunger for deeper understanding of themselves and the world. People that value deep, honest and respectful dialogue. The inspiration for Socrates Cafe originates with the book of the same name, written by the philosopher Christopher Phillips. (Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, 2002). Phillips felt that the Socratic method of dialogue and discussion should be practiced not just in academic settings, but among everyday people interested in examining deep questions together. Hundreds of Socrates Cafe groups now exist around the world. To learn more, visit [https://socratescafe.com](https://emea01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsocratescafe.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C1b245fc060a24a1b22c508dd324f736a%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638722038989360624%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pLtcEu25qgDHP1XvhFs5Cx4L1rRDYmqwnNWgxalKovY%3D&reserved=0 "Protegido por Outlook: https://socratescafe.com/. Haga clic o pulse para seguir el vínculo.").

*Description in English, Español i Català!* **[Don't forget to join our community whatsapp group for latest updates!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KgDmtj5C4WbCjHgoTUxvDb)** ***English*** ## 🎤 Karaoke Sessions @ Nomad House Elevate your Thursday night in the heart of Barcelona. Join us at **Nomad House** for a premium social experience where we meet the high notes of your favorite tracks. This isn't your typical crowded karaoke bar. We are opening our vaulted speakeasy for an intimate session of singing and networking. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just here for the "liquid courage" and the vibes, the stage is yours. ### ✨ Why you should be there: The Venue: *A stunning, hidden lounge with a cozy, candlelit atmosphere.* *The Community: **Meet a mix of the** Nomad House **social scene,** Barcelona Dutch Get-together **members, and even some artists from the** Sharlathans events.* ### 🗓️ Details for THIS Thursday: 19:00: Doors Open & Social Mixer (get a drink and settle into a velvet sofa). 19:30: First song drops. Location: *Carrer del Notariat, 1, 08001 Barcelona.* *Entry:* ***FREE*** **RSVP now to secure your spot in the vault.** *Follow us on Instagram for a look at the space:* [@nomadhouse_bcn](https://www.instagram.com/nomadhouse_bcn/) \-\-\-\-\- ***Español*** ## 🎤 Sesiones de Karaoke @ Nomad House Eleva tu noche de jueves en el corazón de Barcelona. Únete a nosotros en Nomad House para una experiencia social de primer nivel donde alcanzamos las notas más altas de tus canciones favoritas. Este no es el típico bar de karaoke abarrotado. Abrimos nuestro *speakeasy* abovedado para una sesión íntima de canto y networking. Ya seas un artista experimentado o solo vengas por el "coraje líquido" y el buen ambiente, el escenario es tuyo. ### ✨ Por qué deberías venir: El Lugar: Un salón impresionante y escondido con una atmósfera acogedora a la luz de las velas. La Comunidad: Conoce a una mezcla de la escena social de Bene-Fit, miembros del Barcelona Dutch Get-together e incluso algunos artistas de los eventos de Sharlathans. ### 🗓️ Detalles para ESTE jueves: **19:00:** Apertura de puertas y *Social Mixer* (pídete una copa y ponte cómodo en un sofá de terciopelo). 19:30: Empieza la primera canción. Ubicación: Carrer del Notariat, 1, 08001 Barcelona. Entrada: **GRATIS** **Reserva tu plaza ahora para asegurar tu lugar en nuestra bóveda.** Síguenos en Instagram para echar un vistazo al espacio: [@nomadhouse_bcn](https://www.instagram.com/nomadhouse_bcn/) \-\-\-\- ***Català*** ## 🎤 Sessions de Karaoke @ Nomad House Eleva la teva nit de dijous al cor de Barcelona. Uneix-te a nosaltres a Nomad House per a una experiència social de primer nivell on assolim les notes més altes de les teves cançons preferides. Aquest no és el típic bar de karaoke masificat. Obrim el nostre *speakeasy* bovedat per a una sessió íntima de cant i networking. Tant si ets un artista experimentat com si només vens pel "coratge líquid" i el bon ambient, l'escenari és teu. ### ✨ Per què hi has de ser: L'Espai: Una sala impressionant i amagada amb una atmosfera acollidora a la llum de les espelmes. La Comunitat: Coneix una barreja de l'escena social de Bene-Fit, membres del Barcelona Dutch Get-together i fins i tot alguns artistes dels esdeveniments de Sharlathans. ### 🗓️ Detalls per a AQUEST dijous: 19:00: Obertura de portes i *Social Mixer* (demana una copa i posa't còmode en un sofà de vellut). 19:30: Comença la primera cançó. Ubicació: Carrer del Notariat, 1, 08001 Barcelona. *Entrada:* **GRATUÏTA**, **Reserva la teva plaça ara per assegurar el teu lloc a la nostra volta.** Segueix-nos a Instagram per veure l'espai: [@nomadhouse_bcn](https://www.instagram.com/nomadhouse_bcn/)

Grupo de Whatsapp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LCH6nIuYTeo8j17lBhrMxd?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LCH6nIuYTeo8j17lBhrMxd?mode=gi_t) Te invito a una experiencia diferente en un ambiente relajado y acogedor. En esta actividad nos reuniremos en **Barna Café** para explorar el Tarot y el péndulo energético como herramientas de reflexión personal y conexión con la intuición. Mientras disfrutamos del ambiente tranquilo de la cafetería, podrás realizar una pequeña consulta personal y descubrir qué mensajes simbólicos pueden ayudarte a comprender mejor tu momento actual. Es una propuesta pensada para **curiosos, amantes de la espiritualidad o personas que simplemente desean vivir una experiencia distinta en Barcelona**. *** ## 🌿 Qué haremos durante el encuentro Durante la actividad podrás: ✨ Realizar una mini consulta de Tarot ✨ Explorar preguntas personales a través del péndulo energético ✨ Conocer el significado simbólico de las cartas ✨ Compartir un momento agradable en un espacio relajado No es necesario tener experiencia previa ni conocimientos sobre Tarot. La idea es crear **un espacio cercano donde explorar la espiritualidad de forma sencilla y abierta**. *** ## 🔮 Sobre la experiencia El Tarot se utiliza aquí como una herramienta simbólica de reflexión que puede aportar nuevas perspectivas sobre situaciones de la vida cotidiana. El péndulo energético complementa la lectura ayudando a explorar aspectos más sutiles de nuestras preguntas o inquietudes. Muchas personas encuentran en estas prácticas una forma interesante de **conectar con su intuición y mirar sus decisiones desde otro ángulo**. ## 📍 Detalles de la actividad 📍 Lugar: Barna Cafe 🚇 Metro cercano: L4 y L5 – **Paseo Maragall** o **Congrés (L5)** ☕ Actividad realizada en ambiente de cafetería. 💰 Aportación: • **10 €** – mini consulta (hasta 3 preguntas) • **35 €** – sesión completa de 1 hora *Consumición a parte* ## ✨ Reserva tu plaza Si te interesa vivir esta experiencia espiritual en un ambiente relajado, puedes reservar tu lugar y unirte al encuentro. 📲 Reserva tu plaza o solicita más información por WhatsApp: **677 678 202**

**Maybe you used to draw but fell out of the habit?** **Maybe you’ve always wanted to start, but find it hard to stay motivated?** **Or maybe you're just looking for a friendly space to sketch and meet new people?** **Come draw with us! :)** We host free, casual drawing meetups. There are no rules, no pressure — **just bring your own materials**, draw whatever you feel like, and enjoy the company of fellow creatives. Every session, we propose a theme to spark your inspiration. Please note that if you don’t bring your own material, we’ll ask for a 1€ donation to lend you a pencil and paper. **🚨IMPORTANT INFORMATION🚨 There are 20 spots left empty in average every event. Members with repeated no-shows will be removed from future events’ attendee list if there are people in the waitlist. MAKE SURE TO HONOR YOUR BOOKING OR CANCEL IN ADVANCE IF YOU CAN'T COME.** At the end of each session, you’re welcome (but never obliged) to share what you’ve sketched and take a look at what others have been working on. It’s all about connecting, learning, and having fun. This isn’t a lesson, but you’re encouraged to ask your peers for tips, ideas, or feedback. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned sketcher, everyone’s welcome here. **USEFUL INFO & TIPS** 📍 We meet on the first floor of The Central House Gràcia *(Carrer de Còrsega, 302, 08008 Barcelona)* 👋 Your host, Aina, speaks English, French, Catalan, and Spanish. Feel free to reach out during the event if you have any questions! 🥤 The venue doesn’t have a bar, so feel free to bring your own snacks or drinks. 🫴 If you wish to help us cover for the cost of organizing these events, you can tip us in the piggy bank at any of our events, or in this link [https://buymeacoffee.com/paper.and.the.people](https://buymeacoffee.com/paper.and.the.people) all donations are welcome ❤️ You can also donate a piece of your artwork that we will sell for a “pay what you want” price to other members. 📱 Join our socials for updates and reminders: * **Instagram**: [[https://www.instagram.com/paper.and.the.people/](https://www.instagram.com/paper.and.the.people/)] * **WhatsApp Community**: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KENBpfKe1D8A3nZJvFxHKt?mode=ac_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KENBpfKe1D8A3nZJvFxHKt?mode=ac_t) \*Català\* **Potser abans dibuixaves però has perdut l’hàbit?** **Potser sempre has volgut començar, però et costa mantenir la motivació?** **O potser simplement busques un espai agradable per dibuixar i conèixer gent nova?** **Vine a dibuixar amb nosaltres! :)** Organitzem trobades de dibuix gratuïtes i informals. No hi ha normes ni pressió — només cal que portis el teu material, dibuixis el que et vingui de gust i gaudeixis de la companyia d’altres persones creatives. A cada sessió proposem un tema per inspirar-te. Si no portes el teu propi material, et demanarem una donació d’1€ per deixar-te un llapis i paper. **🚨INFORMACIÓ IMPORTANT🚨 De mitjana queden 20 places buides a cada esdeveniment. Els membres amb absències repetides seran eliminats de la llista d’assistents dels futurs esdeveniments si hi ha persones a la llista d’espera. ASSEGURA’T DE RESPECTAR LA TEVA RESERVA O CANCEL·LAR AMB ANTELACIÓ SI NO POTS VENIR.** Al final de cada trobada, estàs convidat/da (però mai obligat/da) a compartir el que has dibuixat i fer una ullada al que han fet els altres. Es tracta de connectar, aprendre i passar-ho bé. No és una classe, però t’animem a demanar consells, idees o feedback als teus companys. Tant si ets principiant com si ja tens experiència, **tothom és benvingut**. **INFORMACIÓ ÚTIL I CONSELLS** 📍 Ens trobem a la primera planta de **The Central House Gràcia** (*Carrer de Còrsega, 302, 08008 Barcelona*) 👋 L’Aina, l'organitzadora, parla anglès, francès, català i castellà. No dubtis a preguntar-li el que necessitis durant l’activitat! 🥤 L'espai no té bar, així que pots portar el teu propi menjar o beguda. 📱 Segueix-nos a les xarxes per estar al dia: * **Instagram**: [https://www.instagram.com/paper.and.the.people/](https://www.instagram.com/paper.and.the.people/)paper.and.the.people/) * **Comunitat de WhatsApp**: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KENBpfKe1D8A3nZJvFxHKt?mode=ac_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KENBpfKe1D8A3nZJvFxHKt?mode=ac_t)ixar-

BCN Pride Toastmasters club English session. *Practice Public Speaking in a Fun and Supportive Community – BCN Pride Toastmasters* Want to feel more confident speaking in front of others while making real connections in Barcelona? Come practice with us at BCN Pride Toastmasters. We are a welcoming, international group that meets weekly to support each other in improving public speaking, leadership, and communication skills. Whether you are just beginning or already experienced, you will find a safe space to grow, speak, and learn at your own pace. BCN Pride Toastmasters Club celebrates the diversity of its members’ backgrounds, whether these be professional, religious, social, sexual orientation or racial. We share with each other a wealth of life experiences and differentiated perspectives. Everyone is encouraged to participate and to develop their communication and leadership skills within this safe and supportive environment without fear of judgment, rejection or discrimination. Each meeting is full of energy, learning, and friendly people. You can join speaking activities or simply observe and enjoy the experience. After the meeting, we often continue the conversation over food or drinks nearby. What to expect: * Meet a warm, open-minded community of locals and internationals * Take part in prepared speeches, short impromptu talks, or just watch * Practice in a low-pressure space where mistakes are welcome * Stick around after for casual food and drinks together We alternate meetings between English and Spanish and welcome speakers of all levels and backgrounds. You do not need to prepare anything in advance. Just bring your curiosity and come as you are. BCN Pride Toastmasters is a place for personal growth, new friendships, and finding your voice. We look forward to meeting you.

Join us for our 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 monthly Coworking Day - Sunrise SUP & Coworking Meet Up, complete with networking lunch & afterwork drinks. [Sign Up HERE ](https://www.satlantis.io/events/2359/barcelona-coworking-days-sunrise-sup-and-coworking) For this month, we have another special community meet-up. CoWorking Days is partnering with Maui Beach Coworking, and our meet-up includes: \- 15 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Coworking Passes \- Optional pre\-work sunrise SUP session with breakfast for 8 people \(€22 per person\) \- Networking Lunch \- Book and pay on the day \(€12 per person\) \- Optional afterwork drinks at own cost **Date:** Thursday, 25th June Time: 10am - 6pm (people who SUP should arrive at Maui by 6 am and can work from earlier at the space) **SUP Duration:** 60 minutes Maui Beach Coworking: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/4JbR15SQ1Xcrrt3V7 ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4JbR15SQ1Xcrrt3V7) 📣 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 📣 𝗖𝗼𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 creates productive coworking online and offline meet-ups and events in various styles and locations. We have 12 communities in different cities, so you can connect with other coworkers when travelling. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆👇 [https://coworkingdays.com/coworking-community ](https://coworkingdays.com/coworking-community)[https://www.coworkingdays.com](https://www.coworkingdays.com/)

We welcome you to join us at MAUI, Barcelona's most social coworking space, for our Thursday open day! Enjoy a discounted coworking day at MAUI with lunch included, cooked by our professional chef Manu (vegetarian option available). You can also sign up for a massage with Alejandro, at a 50% discount. Open days at MAUI are a great way to meet new people and try the MAUI cowork experience with no commitment. "I met more people at MAUI in one day than in two months at another coworking space" - Jaimy "Manu's food is delicious every time" - Louie

* **CAT:** Intercanvi d'idiomes de Sabadell * **ESP:** Intercambio de idiomas de Sabadell * **DEU:** Sprachaustausch Sabadell * **FRA:** Échange linguistique de Sabadell * **ENG:** Sabadell Language Exchange **CAT** Benvinguts a l'**Intercanvi d'idiomes de Sabadell**! Aquest grup està pensat per a tothom qui vulgui practicar idiomes i millorar les seves habilitats en un ambient social. Ens interessen tots els idiomes (català, castellà, anglès, francès, alemany, àrab, rus, xinès, persa, gallec, euskera, grec...), i ens agradaria especialment donar més espai als que sovint queden en segon pla. Normalment ens reunim en un bar, així que demanem que cadascú consumeixi alguna cosa a canvi d'utilitzar el local. A més, demanem una contribució d'**1 € per sessió** per cobrir les despeses de publicitat a la plataforma, que oscil·len entre 12 i 20 € segons el pla escollit. Dit això, som molt oberts i flexibles amb el format: podem quedar a l'aire lliure quan faci bon temps, en espais culturals com L'Estruch, en alguna associació de jocs de taula per fer una partida mentre practiquem idiomes, o fins i tot organitzar excursions i altres activitats. La idea és integrar els idiomes en la vida quotidiana, perquè creiem que és una de les millors maneres de practicar-los. En general, estem totalment oberts a noves propostes i idees. *** **ESP** ¡Bienvenidos al **Intercambio de idiomas de Sabadell**! Este grupo está pensado para quien quiera practicar idiomas y mejorar sus habilidades en un ambiente social. Nos interesan todos los idiomas (catalán, castellano, inglés, francés, alemán, árabe, ruso, chino, persa, gallego, euskera, griego...), y nos gustaría especialmente dar más espacio a los que suelen quedar en un segundo plano. Normalmente nos reunimos en un bar, así que pedimos que cada persona consuma algo a cambio de utilizar el local. Además, pedimos una contribución de **1 € por sesión** para cubrir los gastos de publicidad en la plataforma, que oscilan entre 12 y 20 € según el plan escogido. Dicho esto, somos muy abiertos y flexibles con el formato: podemos quedar al aire libre cuando haga buen tiempo, en espacios culturales como L'Estruch, en alguna asociación de juegos de mesa para echar una partida mientras practicamos idiomas, o incluso organizar excursiones y otras actividades. La idea es integrar los idiomas en la vida cotidiana, porque creemos que esa es una de las mejores formas de practicarlos. En general, estamos totalmente abiertos a nuevas propuestas e ideas. *** **DEU** Willkommen beim **Sprachaustausch Sabadell**! Diese Gruppe richtet sich an alle, die Sprachen üben und ihre Kenntnisse in geselliger Atmosphäre verbessern möchten. Uns interessieren alle Sprachen (Katalanisch, Spanisch, Englisch, Französisch, Deutsch, Arabisch, Russisch, Chinesisch, Persisch, Galizisch, Baskisch, Griechisch...), und wir möchten besonders denjenigen mehr Raum geben, die oft zu kurz kommen. Wir treffen uns meistens in einer Bar, daher bitten wir alle, als Gegenleistung für die Nutzung des Lokals etwas zu bestellen. Außerdem bitten wir um einen Beitrag von **1 € pro Treffen**, um die Werbekosten auf der Plattform zu decken, die je nach gewähltem Plan zwischen 12 und 20 € liegen. Davon abgesehen sind wir sehr offen und flexibel, was das Format betrifft: Bei gutem Wetter können wir uns auch draußen treffen, in Kulturräumen wie L'Estruch, in einem Brettspielverein für eine Partie nebenbei, oder wir organisieren Ausflüge und andere Aktivitäten. Die Idee ist, Sprachen in den Alltag zu integrieren; wir glauben, das ist einer der besten Wege, sie wirklich zu üben. Generell sind wir sehr offen für neue Vorschläge und Ideen. *** **FRA** Bienvenue dans le groupe **Échange linguistique de Sabadell** ! Ce groupe s'adresse à toutes celles et ceux qui souhaitent pratiquer des langues et améliorer leurs compétences dans une ambiance conviviale. Toutes les langues nous intéressent (catalan, espagnol, anglais, français, allemand, arabe, russe, chinois, persan, galicien, basque, grec...), et nous aimerions particulièrement donner plus de place à celles qui sont souvent laissées de côté. Nous nous retrouvons généralement dans un bar, c'est pourquoi nous demandons à chacun de consommer quelque chose en échange de l'utilisation du lieu. Nous demandons également une contribution de **1 € par session** pour couvrir les frais de publicité sur la plateforme, qui s'élèvent entre 12 et 20 € selon le plan choisi. Cela dit, nous sommes très ouverts et flexibles sur le format : on peut se retrouver en plein air quand il fait beau, dans des espaces culturels comme L'Estruch, dans une association de jeux de société pour faire une partie tout en pratiquant, ou même organiser des sorties et d'autres activités. L'idée est d'intégrer les langues dans la vie quotidienne, car nous pensons que c'est l'une des meilleures façons de les pratiquer. En général, nous sommes totalement ouverts aux nouvelles propositions et idées. *** **ENG** Welcome to **Sabadell Language Exchange**! This group is for anyone who wants to practise languages and improve their skills in a social setting. We're interested in all languages (Catalan, Spanish, English, French, German, Arabic, Russian, Chinese, Persian, Galician, Basque, Greek...), and we'd especially like to give more space to those that don't always get much of a look-in. We usually meet at a bar, so we ask everyone to order something in return for using the venue. We also ask for a **€1 contribution per session** to cover the cost of advertising on the platform, which runs between €12 and €20 depending on the plan chosen. That said, we're very open and flexible about the format: we can meet outdoors when the weather is nice, at cultural spaces like L'Estruch, at a board game club for a game while we practise, or even organise day trips and other activities. The idea is to weave languages into everyday life, as we believe it's one of the best ways to practise them. In general, we're completely open to new suggestions and ideas.

**Aquesta activitat té un aforament limitat i les places s'assignen a través del sistema d'inscripció de Meetup. Les places obtingudes es reservaran fins al dia de la trobada al moment en què el grup hagi seleccionat el tema de debat. Si arribeu més tard d'aquell moment, la vostra plaça podrà ser cedida a una altra persona.** Hola i benvinguts al nostre proper Meetup de filosofia de Sòcrates Cafè! Vols una comprensió més profunda de tu mateix i del món? Valores el diàleg profund, honest i respectuós? Si és així, aquesta trobada serà molt interessant per a tu. Es tracta d'una reunió bilingüe; on podrem intervenir tant en català com en espanyol. **ON ENS TROBEM?** Café de l'Opera (NOMES 3 ABRIL!) **QUAN ENS TROBEM** Els divendres de 19:15 a 20:45 Si us plau, arribeu a temps. Començarem puntualment **QUANTES PERSONES ENS REUNIM** Es proposen sessions amb aforaments diversos, de manera que el nombre d'assistents pot variar cada setmana **QUÈ PASSA A LES REUNIONS** A cada reunió tenim una discussió utilitzant el mètode socràtic:[ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_metho](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_method)d. Fem, responem i discutim preguntes i idees per estimular el pensament crític i ampliar les nostres perspectives amb alguns conceptes i pensaments en els quals mai hem pensat. L'objectiu principal d'aquestes trobades és enriquir-nos amb les perspectives dels altres, i no convèncer els altres sobre les nostres perspectives. Les reunions són sobre les nostres pròpies filosofies de la vida i no necessàriament el que els grans filòsofs i acadèmics han dit o escrit. No és un club de debat ni una plataforma per fer proselitisme. En canvi, posem èmfasi en qüestionar, tenir una mentalitat oberta i desafiar les nostres pròpies suposicions mentre escoltem i respectem les opinions compartides per altres persones. Una reunió de Sòcrates Cafè es considera un èxit quan els participants surten de la discussió amb moltes més preguntes de les que tenien al principi **QUINS TEMES ES DISCUTEIXEN A LES REUNIONS** Els participants suggereixen temes al principi de cada reunió. Després votem i triem el tema més popular per discutir-lo. No és necessària una formació acadèmica en filosofia; només es requereix entusiasme per intercanviar idees i punts de vista. Alguns exemples de temes escollits a reunions anteriors \- Per quins ideals val la pena morir \- Per què mai estem satisfets \- Per què els éssers humans estem informats que la societat va malament i els líders també estan ben informats\, i no obstant això les coses continuen igual \- És necessària la identitat \- Quin és el preu ètic i l'avarícia \- Què és la postveritat \- Com és possible que les persones a les societats democràtiques estiguin tan obsessionades pel poder? \(Desig de ser diferent\, millor\, més fort que els altres\)\- Què és l'amistat **QUI POT PARTICIPAR EN AQUEST MEETUP** Qualsevol persona és més que benvinguda a unir-se a les nostres trobades. Aquests events reuneixen persones de diferents orígens i cultures, tot i que no és obligatori tenir formació filosòfica. Els nostres participants habituals són persones que tenen desig d'una comprensió més profunda de si mateixos i del món. Persones que valoren el diàleg profund, honest i respectuós

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

**Cuando pensar más no es la solución.** Todos hemos pasado por ahí: listas interminables, análisis excesivo y la sensación de que, por muchas vueltas que le demos a una idea, no termina de encajar. El pensamiento lineal tiene un límite. Para llegar a donde la lógica no alcanza, hay que cambiar de canal. **Fuera de Mapa** es una experiencia de Pensamiento Tangible®, que convierte lo que tienes en la cabeza, ideas, dudas, intuiciones sin nombre, en algo que puedes ver, tocar y transformar. **Lo práctico, antes de nada:** * Plaça de Maragall 8, Barcelona * 75 € por persona **✨ Entrada Para dos - precio de lanzamiento ✨** * Grupo exclusivo, máximo 8 personas por ahora. * Incluye todos los materiales (materiales diversos para crear tu Brújula Personal para llevar a casa, y copas de vino y snacks). **Qué pasa en la sesión:** Vamos a conversar de manera diferente, a reconectar, a jugar con ideas y posibilidades y a mirar lo que te importa desde otro lugar. Trabajaremos con las manos y con materiales diversos para dar forma a lo que te mueve y quieres crear. **Qué te llevas:** Aparte de la experiencia y claridad, tu Brújula Personal. Saldrás con una pieza física creada por ti. No es un adorno; es el recordatorio táctil de tus próximos pasos. Un objeto que tu cerebro reconoce como una decisión ya tomada. Y, además, un método para toda la vida. Una forma distinta de abordar tus retos cuando el pensamiento lógico no es suficiente. **Lo que necesitas saber:** No necesitas experiencia ni habilidades concretas. Esto va de conectar contigo mismo y lo que ya está en ti. Tu intuición ya lo sabe! Reserva tu sitio y descubre lo que pasa cuando dejas que **tus manos te muestren el camino.** Si no bebes vino, avísanos con antelación y preparamos otra bebida para ti. 🎟️ **Reserva de plaza (Imprescindible):** Para esta experiencia las plazas son muy limitadas. Estar apuntado aquí en Meetup no garantiza el acceso. 👇 **Consigue tu entrada oficial aquí:** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/entradas-fuera-de-mapa-donde-empiezan-las-ideas-que-aun-no-te-atreves-a-nombrar-1987837395160

**L’Atelier des Non Chefs – Non Chef Edition** *LabCuina – Special Collection: “In the Kitchen With”* Obrador \| Saturday at 11h Plant\-based \| Organic \| Local \| Seasonal \| Zero Waste Menu of the day: fresh gazpacho to start, followed by breakfast tacos featuring chickpea omelet tortillas and bean salad. We will conclude with a dessert utilizing seasonal fruits. **The Spirit** L’Atelier des Non Chefs – Non Chef Edition is a **collective, joyful, and inclusive cooking experience** for people who love food without needing to be professional chefs. It celebrates: *Learning by doing - Sharing knowledge and cultures *Simplicity and creativity - Community over performance What are the primary goals of this brunch? This gathering **unserious brunch** centers on two main objectives: Plant-Based Integration: The aim is to make vegan options a natural part of daily life through recipes that are sustainable, whole-food-based, nutritious, and, most importantly, quick and easy to prepare. Community and Solidarity: Even more vital is fostering a sense of community. It serves as a sanctuary for activists and those fighting injustice to connect with like-minded individuals, share meaningful time, and find respite from the resistance encountered in their work. It is intended to be a safe, inclusive environment rooted in empathy and love. **How is the event structured?** The event begins with a brief welcome, after which participants are organized into teams for various tasks. This structure ensures efficient cooking while allowing everyone, regardless of skill level, to gain hands-on experience. True to the "unserious cooking" name, the environment is low-pressure and focused on collective learning. To ensure the experience is practical, we use simple, healthy ingredients to create a manageable three-course meal. Throughout the process, we maintain cleanliness to optimize our workflow. Once the meal is finished, we again divide into teams for an efficient cleanup. **What is the schedule and capacity?** Timing: The event is currently planned for a three-hour window, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. **Financial Contribution – “Participacion Consciente”** L’Atelier des Non Chefs works with a **conscious contribution model**: *The **price of ingredients** is communicated (which is an estimated 5-6€ for this specific menu) - Each participant contributes according to their means *Contributions help sustain the kitchen, materials, and collective activities This system keeps the atelier **accessible**, fair, and community-supported. **What is LabCuina?** **LabCuina** is a social kitchen project from 2013 that combines: - Plant Based and zero waste Food experimentation *Community learning - Cultural exchange It is a space where cooking becomes a tool for: *Social connection - Education *Ecological awareness - Collective creativity **What is a Social Canteen?** A **social canteen** is more than a place to eat. It is a space where food is used to: *Build community - Create inclusion *Share resources - Support accessibility Meals are affordable, participatory, and values-driven, focusing on care rather than profit. **Why We Are Doing This** We believe that cooking together can: *Strengthen social bonds - Empower people *Encourage sustainable food choices - Reconnect us with simple, shared rituals In a fast-paced world, L’Atelier des Non Chefs creates a **slow, human, and meaningful moment** around food. **Come as you are.** **Cook together.** **Eat together.** **Learn together.**

PARK LOCATION: WE WILL BE SEATED EXACTLY TO THE LEFT OF THE PARLAMENT BUILDING ON THE GRASSY LAWN. Here you can see the exact spot on map: [Link to location](https://maps.app.goo.gl/KnWdQCe9W8ANupwt5) Do you have a hunger for a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you? Do you value deep, honest and respectful dialogue? If yes, then you will enjoy this event. We ask, answer and discuss questions and ideas to stimulate critical thinking and to widen our perspectives with new concepts and thoughts. The main purpose of these meetups is to enrich ourselves with the perspectives of others, not to convince others about our own perspectives. Our meetups are about our own philosophies of life and not necessarily what the great philosophers and academics have said or written. It is not a debating club or a platform for proselytizing. Instead, we place the emphasis on questioning, open mindedness and challenging our own assumptions while listening to and respecting the views shared by others. A Socrates Café meetup is considered a success when participants leave a discussion with many more questions than they had at the beginning. WHAT TOPICS ARE DISCUSSED AT THE MEETUP? Participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote and choose that event's most popular topic for discussion. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. Some examples of subjects chosen on previous meetups: What ideals are worth dying for? Why are we never satisfied? Why is it that human beings know that the society is going wrong, leaders are well informed about it and things continue as is? Is identity necessary? How can it be that people in democratic societies are so obsessed with power? (Desire to be different, better, stronger than others) What is friendship? EVERYONE AND ANYONE IS WELCOME The inspiration for Socrates Cafe originates with the book of the same name, written by the philosopher Christopher Phillips. (Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, 2002). Phillips felt that the Socratic method of dialogue and discussion should be practiced not just in academic settings, but among everyday people interested in examining deep questions together. Hundreds of Socrates Cafe groups now exist around the world. To learn more, visit https://socratescafe.com.

At **The Book Club**, you can meet smart, loving, and ambitious individuals that care about their personal growth and future. ❤️We are dedicated to creating a safe space to hold deep, respectful, and loving conversations & connections.❤️ * Bring a book that impacted your life and beliefs. * Even if you don't have a book with you, you are still welcome to come and join us to learn and share your ideas. * Everyone with Positive Intentions is welcome! * Discussions are usually in English \*\*Planning - NO MORE ENTRIES ALLOWED AFTER 17:15 \*\* PLEASE RVPS on meetup and update your attendance if something changes * 17:00 - Gathering and Getting to know each other * 17:15 - Starting the book/deep conversations * 17:40 to 17:55 - End of Conversations + Debrief * 17:55 - Hugs and/or Good-byes We usually sit on the ground in the park, so we recommend you to bring a blanket, pillow or something comfortable to sit on and now that it is a bit colder also something to keep you warm. Also, feel free to bring a mini snacks for yourself (or if you want to share, like nuts or fruit) **Location:** Please check the Meetup location (pin) on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZoYxafoC5hYRHBZe7 The exact location, as always, will be sent in our whatsapp group on the same day, usually between 15 and 5 minutes before the event starts. The park is not big, we will always be in part of the park closer to the metro station Arc de Triumph or Marina station, April/May 2026 update: there are some construction works so we will be a bit more "inside" the park check the Google Maps link for a very good estimate of the exact location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZoYxafoC5hYRHBZe7 How to recognize us: you will see a white and green blanket with at least one book on it and at least another blanket. In the very unlikely case something changes or if you can´t find us, **Join our WhatsApp group to connect with us!** [Join Our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HLtdFaaBCiK9bpmNvhQijm) **( We don't spam, promised.).** **IMPORTANT:** ️️️As the weather has been a bit rainy in the last months, please notice the following️️️: \- During the winter months and when the weather seems rainy\, I’ll be keeping the group size smaller\. This way\, if it rains\, we can comfortably move to a café together\. \- If the weather is fantastic\, you’re very welcome to join us even if the participant limit has already been reached \(as long as you arrive on time because once the event starts I won't look at my phone to be fully present at the event\)\. However\, if it rains\, I will take the registered participants to a café nearby \(in case it rains before the event starts and you are a registered participants write to me on whatsapp so that I can send you the exact location\)\. Those who came but didn’t sign up are still very welcome to organize themselves\, choose another café\, and enjoy their own book discussions together\. \- If you realize you can’t make it\, I kindly ask you to cancel your participation at least 1 hour before the event\. This really helps me offer the spot to someone else and avoids me traveling for nothing\, as I don’t live nearby\. Thank you so much for your understanding \- In case we go to a café\, I ask everyone to please order at least one drink\. I don’t have any agreements with cafés—we simply want to be respectful guests\, avoid any issues\, and keep the option open to return to places we enjoy in the future\. **Make sure to also follow us on Instagram for Past events photos:** [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thebookclubbcn/) @thebookclubbcn *\*By attending to our Events you automatically consent to have your pictures taken and shared for promotional purposes.* *\*The Book Club is a safe & positive space for everyone to share and grow together, we do not allow the consumption of alcohol or smoking during the event.*

Come hang out at Tabletop Cafe. We can play boardgames and get to know each other. There is a small entry fee they tack onto the bill so take a look at their website beforehand 🙂 there is some snack food and tons of games!

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Grandview Grind](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534163841)!

PLEASE NOTE!!! This event will be In-Person for our 2nd Improving collab! If you know the [Columbus Unity group](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-unity-user-group/) location, we'll be at the same place. This is our 2nd event at this location so bare with us as we grow into this space. There's paid street parking on Saturdays but you can also pay to park in any of the local garages. See image of [parking map here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mr9_LFIggbs-0_Zd3AJTGNqEhgMf2TzQ/view?usp=sharing). \-\-\- On the last Sunday of the month, we're having our usual end-of-the-month social gathering with our GameDev Meetup meeting. There will be announcements and presentations followed by some social networking Let's continue the conversations with good vibes and friends. All are welcomed from all ages and backgrounds to this public event. If we can, we'll be streaming or uploading the video later via our COGG YouTube channel here: [https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams) (Also please do subscribe if you have not done so!) No game development experience required! If you are interested in doing a 20 minute game development related presentation, please fill out our form online here: [https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1](https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1) Or e-mail us at [info@thecogg.com](mailto:info@thecogg.com) with the following: Your Name, Company/Affiliation, Name of Your Game/Topic, Description, Tech Needs, and Your Contact. Be sure to check out our Discord for real time news updates: [https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ](https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ)

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

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow