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Rencontre d'échecs - Antony - Café Firmin
♟️ **Rejoignez l’aventure Knight Clubbers !** ♟️
Venez vivre une soirée où l’échiquier devient un champ de bataille, entre bonne humeur et esprit de compétition.
🔗 **Inscription gratuite** : [S'inscrire](https://knightclubbers.com/meetup/664486?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=social)
✨ **Des parties pour tous les niveaux**
Débutant curieux ou stratège aguerri, chaque partie est l’occasion parfaite pour progresser et rencontrer d’autres passionné.e.s.
🕒 **Liberté totale – Jouez à votre rythme**
Participez aux duels ou observez dans une ambiance conviviale.
🏆 **Défiez vos adversaires et grimpez au classement**
Accumulez les victoires pour tenter de devenir Roi ou Reine de l’Arène.
👑 **Prêts pour le défi ?**
Rejoignez Knight Clubbers et entrez dans la légende !
Sunday Badminton - 11am Open Session
Hi Badminton Fans!
Come and join us every Sunday for a fun session of badminton. There are usually 2 sessions to choose from,
**This 11 am - Open Session is open to players of all levels.**
**If you are a complete beginner -**
Talk to us first before signing up, and we can try to make accommodations and maybe have beginners-only court to begin with, with one of the organisers ready to explain all of the basics, such as serving, scoring, rules etc, as well as some pointers to help you progress.
**Which Session To Choose**
If you're unsure of your level, sign up for the 11am session to start, or ask us! We will try our utmost to ensure that you play with people of similar levels.
**What Do You Need**
Don't worry about equipment; racquets and shuttlecocks are provided, and there's no need for a badminton license or insurance. Just bring your indoor sports shoes, and a willingness to meet new friends and have lots of fun.
There are changing rooms and showers.
**Get There Early**
Try and get there early to change and get warmed up so that we can start right on time. The courts are normally not being used before we play, so we can get a little extra time playing.
**Registration & Payments**
Registration is 14€ per person, and you can sign up via PayPal through this event page. For alternative payments, check for available slots on the event page first. Then, submit your payment via https://revolut.me/jonathwu3q with a description of which event you are signing up for, and send the screenshot to one of us so that we can add you.
*Please Note: If your name is **not** in the attendees list and you do not have confirmation from us, you will be turned away.*
**Annual Membership Option**
For regular players, there is the option to take out an annual membership. This costs 80€ for the first year and is renewable each year for 40€. This reduces the weekly registration fee to only 10€ per session.
**No Refunds**
In the case of a cancellation or no-show, there are no refunds.
See you all on the court on Sunday.
Happy badminton-ing!
Kelvin (0603250357) and Vijay (0767341832),
**FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS**
1. I don’t speak French, can I join?
* Yes! We are an international group and everyone speaks English!
2. Are there still available slots? I can’t sign up! Help!
* Check the bottom of the event page for availabilities. Once full, RSVPs will be closed. Sign up as early as possible because the events fill up very quickly.
3. I signed up, but I can’t make it! Can I get a refund?
* No refunds for cancellations or no-shows. If you inform us early enough, we can try to find a substitute and refund you, but no guarantees.
4. Why can’t I get a refund?
* We need a fixed number of participants to maximize court usage, court fees, team arrangements, and team rotations. Cancelations throw all of this off.
5. Do I need to bring anything? Water? Racquets? Birdies?
* If you have your own racquet, that will be best! Otherwise, we have spare ones and we provide the shuttlecocks. Bring enough water to hydrate yourself.
Après-Midi Jeux de Société
Un dimanche après-midi fun et convivial autour des jeux de société :)
Venez seul(e) ou en binôme et on formera des groupes sur place !
Prix d'entrée du café-jeux à 10 €, dont une boisson comprise et des jeux à volonté.
! Attention !
Nous réservons vos places jusqu'à 15h30, ensuite ce sera uniquement en fonction de l'affluence au café.
Par ailleurs, pensez à vous désinscrire si vous savez que vous ne venez pas, par respect pour nous et les participants en liste d'attente.
Merci :)
Après-midi jeux du Ludollectif
Comme tous les mois, le Ludollectif organise une ou deux sessions de grands jeux stratégiques.
Si vous aimez les jeux long, cérébraux, les jeux qui vous racontent une histoire, qui vous emmènent dans un univers riche et profond, alors ces après-midi sont faits pour vous.
Si vous voulez vous lancer dans l’aventure, nous vous conseillons néanmoins d’arriver à l’heure pour profiter pleinement de votre dimanche !
Des habitués ne s'inscrivent pas à chaque fois. N'hésitez pas à venir, il y a toujours au moins une dizaine de joueurs.
Amis automobilistes, attention ! Le dimanche, le marché finit vers 14h30-15h. Il est assez compliqué de se garer à proximité. Prévoyez du temps si vous êtes en voiture.
Session Coworking sur Paris 💻
Bonjour à tous,
Je suis Marin, entrepreneur spécialisé dans le coaching sportif en ligne. J'ai le plaisir de vous convier à une session de coworking pas comme les autres, ouverte aussi bien aux freelances, entrepreneurs ou salariés en télétravail.
**Pourquoi ce meetup ?**
Dans notre univers numérique, qu'on soit entrepreneur, freelance ou en télétravail, on ressent souvent le besoin de sortir de l'isolement. C'est dans cet esprit que j'ai imaginé un espace où nous pourrions nous réunir pour échanger, partager nos expériences, et travailler côte à côte.
**Lieux de Rencontre :**
Nous varions les plaisirs en organisant ces sessions dans divers cafés et espaces publics à travers Paris. Chaque lieu est choisi pour sa convivialité et son ambiance propice au travail et à la discussion.
**Comment rejoindre ?**
Si cela vous intrigue, **je vous invite à m'envoyer un message privé sur Meetup. Je vous intégrerai alors dans notre groupe WhatsApp de coworking**, où vous pourrez découvrir l'ambiance de nos rencontres.
**⚠️ Les ajouts au groupe se font hebdomadairement, donc pas d'inquiétude si je ne réponds pas immédiatement 😉**
**Les Conditions ?**
Rien de plus simple : **un message privé de présentation et vous êtes parmi nous !** C'est totalement gratuit et ouvert à tous.
**⚠️ Les ajouts au groupe se font hebdomadairement, donc pas d'inquiétude si je ne réponds pas immédiatement 😉**
Hâte de vous rencontrer et de partager ensemble des moments de travail collaboratifs et stimulants.
À très bientôt,
Marin
Théâtre d’impro 🚀 - by Kpten Impro
Atelier d’impro
Découvre les joies de l'impro, optimise ta créativité et libère ton potentiel !
L'improvisation théâtrale est un excellent outil de développement personnel et une formidable aventure collective !
Si tu as envie de [re]découvrir l'impro dans un cadre ludique et bienveillant cet atelier est fait pour toi !
Ces séances sont ouvertes à tous, débutants, intermédiaires, confirmés.
L'atelier se déroule en 2 heures, au programme :
Des échauffements dynamiques pour être à l’aise rapidement avec le groupe.
La gestion du stress et le lâcher prise,
Des jeux ludiques pour construire avec ses partenaires des histoires éphémères,
Du rire, du [Fun] et des rencontres …
Infos pratiques :
- Nombre de participants limité
- Prévoir une tenue confortable
-Une participation de 10 euros sera à régler
- Les modalités seront envoyées par message privé
Venez vous essayer, vous dépasser, jouer des personnages… vous permettant de passer des moments d’exception.
Nous déclinons toute responsabilité en cas d’incident, lors des ateliers.
Hocine et Solène
Life Drawing Session 455 (female) MONTMARTRE
Join us for an untutored life drawing session with a female model. The session starts with brief warm-up poses of two minutes, followed by a series of 5-25 minute poses. Our models are professional fine art models affiliated with the Beaux-Arts de Paris, Académie de la Grande Chaumière and other Parisian life drawing ateliers. Please bring your preferred art materials. After the session, we come together for a relaxed drink and chat. It's a chance to share your drawings from the session and discuss drawing tips & techniques. You can also connect with fellow artists, exchange contacts, and promote your artistic projects.
Please see a detailed schedule below:
5 poses x 2 minutes
3 poses x 5 minutes
2 poses x 10 minutes
Break 15 minutes
1 pose x 25 minutes
2 poses x 10 minutes
Break 5 minutes
Networking (30 minutes)
All media are allowed, including pastels, ink, watercolor, or paint. No easels provided. While we recommend bringing your own art supplies, a basic drawing materials set (A4 paper, soft graphite pencil, charcoal stick, and an eraser) is available for purchase at €5. Please notify us in advance if you'd like to purchase the set, and we'll have it ready for you at the session.
We kindly ask everyone to RSVP to secure their spot. If you haven't booked, we reserve the right to deny participation if the session is full. For any questions about a specific session, feel free to contact us via Meetup or email your host / organiser at deni@lifedrawingmontmartre.com or maria@lifedrawingmontmartre.com
**Early Bird Discount**
If you book your spot at least 6 days before the session, you can enjoy a special early bird rate. After that, the regular price of €25 (excluding platform fees) applies to both untutored and instructed sessions. Don’t miss out!
**Refunds**
We offer a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the event. Refunds are not issued automatically, so please send us a short message via Meetup or email maria@lifedrawingmontmartre.com to request a refund after cancellation.
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Atelier libre de dessin d'après modèle vivant avec avec un modèle feminin. Chaque session commence avec des poses d’échauffement, croquis de deux minutes, puis une série de poses de 5 à 25 minutes. Tous les niveaux sont admis ! Les participants doivent amener leurs propres fournitures (papier, crayons, pinceaux, etc).
Pour réserver votre place, veuillez payer en ligne.
\* Nous offrons un remboursement complet si vous annulez au moins 1 jours avant l’événement.
Paintings by Suzanne Valadon, Amedeo Modigliani, Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, Tamara Lempicka, Jean-Léon Gérôme, Henri Matisse.
Chess Events This Week
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Sunday badminton - 12pm Intermediate/Advanced
Hi Badminton Fans!
Come and join us every Sunday for a fun session of badminton. There are usually 2 sessions to choose from.
**This session is open to intermediate level players and above ONLY.** What that means is that you should be comfortable with short serves to the T, doubles rotations, and smashes.
There is also an 11 am Open Session for players of all abilities.
If you're unsure of your level, sign up for the 11am session to start or ask us! We will try our utmost to ensure that you play with people of similar levels. As such, we can and will restrict participation at this 12pm session at our discretion.
**What Do You Need**
Don't worry about equipment; racquets and shuttlecocks are provided, and there's no need for a badminton license or insurance. Just bring your indoor sports shoes, and a willingness to meet new friends and have lots of fun.
There are changing rooms and showers.
**Get There Early**
Try and get there early to change and get warmed up so that we can start right on time. The courts are normally not being used before we play, so we can get a little extra time playing.
**Registration & Payments**
Registration is 14€ per person, and you can sign up via PayPal through this event page. For alternative payments, check for available slots on the event page first. Then, submit your payment via https://revolut.me/jonathwu3q with a description of which event you are signing up for and send the screenshot to one of us so that we can add you.
*Please Note: If your name is **not** in the attendees list and you do not have confirmation from us, you will be turned away.*
**Annual Membership Option**
For regular players, there is the option to take out an annual membership. This costs 80€ for the first year and is renewable each year for 40€. This reduces the weekly registration fee to only 10€ per session.
**No Refunds**
In the case of a cancellation or no-show, there are no refunds.
See you all on the court on Sunday.
Happy badminton-ing!
Kelvin (0603250357) and Vijay (0767341832)
**FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS**
1. I don’t speak French, can I join?
* Yes! We are an international group and everyone speaks English!
2. Are there still available slots? I can’t sign up! Help!
* Check the bottom of the event page for availabilities. Once full, RSVPs will be closed. Sign up as early as possible because the events fill up very quickly.
3. I signed up, but I can’t make it! Can I get a refund?
* No refunds for cancellations or no-shows. If you inform us early enough, we can try to find a substitute and refund you, but no guarantees.
4. Why can’t I get a refund?
* We need a fixed number of participants to maximize court usage, court fees, team arrangements, and team rotations. Cancelations throw all of this off.
5. Do I need to bring anything? Water? Racquets? Birdies?
* If you have your own racquet, that will be best! Otherwise, we have spare ones and we provide the shuttlecocks. Bring enough water to hydrate yourself.
Jeux de sociétés au 3bis ( board games)
🎲 **Rencontres conviviales au 3bis – Tous les dimanches à 17h**
Chaque dimanche à 17h, on se retrouve au **3bis** pour passer un bon moment ensemble : sociabiliser, jouer à des jeux de société ou simplement boire un verre dans une ambiance détendue.
💰 Tarif : **3,50 € de l’heure**
🎤 Option spéciale : pour **11 €**, possibilité de réserver une salle privée avec écran géant pour karaoké, blind test ou autres activités — à décider selon les envies des participants.
👉 Pour plus d’informations ou pour rejoindre l’activité :
[https://linktr.ee/nisu_app](https://linktr.ee/nisu_app)
🎲 **Social Hangout at 3bis – Every Sunday at 5 PM**
Every Sunday at 5 PM, we meet at **3bis** to relax, socialize, play board games, or just enjoy a drink together in a friendly atmosphere.
💰 Price: **€3.50 per hour**
🎤 Special option: for **€11**, you can book a private room with a giant screen for karaoke, music quizzes, or other fun activities — depending on what participants feel like doing.
👉 For more details or to join the activity:
[https://linktr.ee/nisu_app](https://linktr.ee/nisu_app)
All Aboard the Trivia Train 🚂 @ The Pub with Fred
Last call before departure, the quiz journey is about to start! Come down to [The Pub](https://www.thepubparis.com/) for more questions and challenges, let's go!
Our quiz night will consist of 4 rounds of trivia on a wide variety of topics, movies and TV, pop culture, geography, fashion, and anything strange and peculiar that comes through the mind of your host, with the final round being a music round! The quiz night is presented in French AND English, because it's our way or the highway!
The quiz is played in teams of 5 people max, with prizes to win for the top teams and the best team name. You can come with your mates (you can specify how many when you sign up, and we’ll book a table in your name) or come on your own and we’ll match you with other quizzers. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to send us a message here.
If you are curious about our other projects,[ we have a trivia podcast!](https://pod.link/1503202147/episode/040273c20c130320d5c85cfbe23b6ecc)
[Click here for all our updates!](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress)
See you very soon!
The PQM team
Penser avec RILKE : l’épreuve de la solitude
**Billeterie en ligne :** [https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-penser-avec-rilke-lepreuve-de-la-solitude-1979788658171](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-penser-avec-rilke-lepreuve-de-la-solitude-1979788658171)
Exerçons ensemble notre pensée à partir d'un texte philosophique !
Une parole peut parfois changer une vie, non en donnant des réponses, mais en offrant un autre regard plus poétique.C’est ce qui arrive lorsqu’on lit les *Lettres à un jeune poète* de Rilke : certaines phrases éclairent des zones jusque-là ignorées, d’autres mettent des mots sur ce que nous pressentions sans pouvoir le formuler.
Rilke nous touche parce qu’il a accepté sa propre solitude, et qu’il l’a explorée sans chercher à la combler. Quand il s’adresse à nous, il ne transmet pas un savoir achevé, il nous invite à écouter notre profondeur, à marcher dans nos propres zones d’ombre et de lumière.
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Exerçons ensemble notre pensée à partir des textes qui ont inspiré l’Humanité !
Véritable exercice de la pensée, cet atelier nous propose d’explorer en commun une question à partir d’un texte philosophique et ses arguments.
Nous découvrirons une méthode pour entrer en profondeur dans la pensée du philosophe, dégager de nouveaux questionnements et faire des liens avec notre vie quotidienne.
**Déroulé**
* 1 heure et 30 minute d’étude de texte, reformulation, questions
**Date et lieu**
📅 Date : Dimanche 10 mai à 17h
📍Lieu : Espace Le Moulin, 48 rue du fer à Moulin 75005 Paris
🎟️ Tarif : 7€ tarif unique
Chess Events Near You
Connect with your local Chess community
Chess at Mackenzie's
**NOTE: most of the regulars no longer RSVP to the Meetup. You'll usually find at least a half dozen of us playing chess, regardless of how many attendees are listed. Come on by!**
The Fairfax Chess Club meets on Monday nights at Mackenzies', a restaurant in downtown Fairfax City. People start showing up around 6pm and stay until whenever. All ages and chess levels are welcome. The address:
3950 University Dr STE 210, Fairfax, VA 22030
There is free parking available in a free garage behind the restaurant.
There are 3 or 4 chess boards available for general use at the restaurant, but bring your own if you have one.
Please try to purchase something to eat or drink at Mackenzie's (it can be small), like a soft drink, beer, or side of fries. We have to support our venue!
Thanks!
Isaac
Wednesday night chess at Patriots
**NOTE: most of the regulars no longer RSVP to the Meetup. You'll usually find at least a half dozen of us playing chess, regardless of how many attendees are listed. Come on by!**
Fairfax Chess Club meets on Wednesday at Patriot's Pub & Grill in downtown Fairfax City. People start showing up around 6 PM and stay as late as they please. Please bring your own chess set if you've got one, as our extra chess sets live at other venue for the time being. (If you don't have a chess set, however, I'm sure you'll still be able to get in a game with someone who's brought one.)
Patriot's is located at:
10560 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030
See you soon!
Wednesday night chess at Patriots
**NOTE: most of the regulars no longer RSVP to the Meetup. You'll usually find at least a half dozen of us playing chess, regardless of how many attendees are listed. Come on by!**
Fairfax Chess Club meets on Wednesday at Patriot's Pub & Grill in downtown Fairfax City. People start showing up around 6 PM and stay as late as they please. Please bring your own chess set if you've got one, as our extra chess sets live at other venue for the time being. (If you don't have a chess set, however, I'm sure you'll still be able to get in a game with someone who's brought one.)
Patriot's is located at:
10560 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030
See you soon!
Chess and chess lessons at the Rockville Science Center
**Rockville Science Center Chess Night and Lessons by FIDE Master Luke**
**Time/Date: Monday evening, 6:30 to 9:00 PM**
Join us as FIDE Master Luke delivers a chess lecture with notes. He begins teaching at 7:15pm.
**Location: RSC "Storefront" Location,** 36C, Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850
**Parking:** First two hours free at Parking Garage "A", 20 Maryland Ave #450, Rockville, MD 20850
* Casual Chess - Everyone is welcome.
* You do not have to know how to play chess(!!!!)
* Chess sets available on a first come - basis.
* Wonderful chess sets provided, BYOC (bring your own clock)
Host: Howard Lichtman
More information about the RSC is at https://www.rockvillesciencecenter.org/
Chess and chess lessons at the Rockville Science Center
**Rockville Science Center Chess Night and Lessons by FIDE Master Luke**
**Time/Date: Monday evening, 6:30 to 9:00 PM**
Join us as FIDE Master Luke delivers a chess lecture with notes. He begins teaching at 7:15pm.
**Location: RSC "Storefront" Location,** 36C, Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850
**Parking:** First two hours free at Parking Garage "A", 20 Maryland Ave #450, Rockville, MD 20850
* Casual Chess - Everyone is welcome.
* You do not have to know how to play chess(!!!!)
* Chess sets available on a first come - basis.
* Wonderful chess sets provided, BYOC (bring your own clock)
Host: Howard Lichtman
More information about the RSC is at https://www.rockvillesciencecenter.org/
Wednesday night chess at Patriots
**NOTE: most of the regulars no longer RSVP to the Meetup. You'll usually find at least a half dozen of us playing chess, regardless of how many attendees are listed. Come on by!**
Fairfax Chess Club meets on Wednesday at Patriot's Pub & Grill in downtown Fairfax City. People start showing up around 6 PM and stay as late as they please. Please bring your own chess set if you've got one, as our extra chess sets live at other venue for the time being. (If you don't have a chess set, however, I'm sure you'll still be able to get in a game with someone who's brought one.)
Patriot's is located at:
10560 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030
See you soon!
Chess and chess lessons at the Rockville Science Center
**Rockville Science Center Chess Night and Lessons by FIDE Master Luke**
**Time/Date: Monday evening, 6:30 to 9:00 PM**
Join us as FIDE Master Luke delivers a chess lecture with notes. He begins teaching at 7:15pm.
**Location: RSC "Storefront" Location,** 36C, Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850
**Parking:** First two hours free at Parking Garage "A", 20 Maryland Ave #450, Rockville, MD 20850
* Casual Chess - Everyone is welcome.
* You do not have to know how to play chess(!!!!)
* Chess sets available on a first come - basis.
* Wonderful chess sets provided, BYOC (bring your own clock)
Host: Howard Lichtman
More information about the RSC is at https://www.rockvillesciencecenter.org/






















