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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, though mainly intermediate players and below.** **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.

Chér.e.s Group Elements, (Oui, comme dans un groupe mathématique 🧮🙂) Retrouvons-nous pour assister à cette visite guidée autour de l'exposition « Déserts : la géomorphologie des paysages désertiques » 🐧🏜️ à la Grande Galerie de l'Évolution au Musée d'Histoire Naturelle **Voici la description :** Laissez-vous guider par un animateur ou une animatrice scientifique et découvrez plus en détail les grands thèmes de l’exposition *Déserts : la géomorphologie des paysages désertiques* 🏔️, les adaptations du vivant à ces milieux contraignants 🌵et la vie des humains dans le désert. **Expo :** Embarquez pour un voyage inédit au cœur des déserts de notre planète, de l’emblématique Sahara aux déserts polaires, en passant par les déserts de Sonora, d’Atacama, de Gobi... Leur point commun ? Des conditions hors normes apparemment hostiles à la vie. Ils sont pourtant loin d’être inhabités ! Parcourez des paysages grandioses et découvrez une biodiversité surprenante qui s’est adaptée à ces milieux contraignants : coléoptères buveurs de brume, bœufs musqués défiant le blizzard, plantescailloux… sans oublier les sociétés humaines qui s’y sont installées de longue date. 📝 **Voici le lien de l'expo et plus :** 🖼️ Expo : https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/expo-deserts 🗺️ VG : https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/visite-guidee/visite-decouverte-deserts 📄 Dépliant : https://www.mnhn.fr/system/files/2025-03/depliant-expo-deserts.pdf 🎟️ **Tarifs et la Billeterie** : 18 -- 21 (5€ en supplément du billet d’entrée, de 13 à 16 €) https://billetterie.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/selection/timeslotpass?productId=10229449224695 📍 **Accés :** Grande Galerie de l'Évolution 36 rue Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire, 75005 Paris 🍺 Ça dure normalement 60 minutes. Ensuite, pour ceux qui souhaitent prolonger la soirée, on pourrait prendre un verre ou / et aller dans un resto par exemple : El Guacamole 31 Rue Linné, 75005 Paris https://maps.app.goo.gl/MkVb8s5UegsLbzZp6 À très bientot ! 🌌 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% **Dear Group Elements,** (Yes — like elements of a mathematical group 🧮🙂) Let's get together for a guided tour of the exhibition "Deserts: the Geomorphology of Desert Landscapes" 🐧🏜️ at the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution at the Musée d'Histoire Naturelle **Here is the description:** Let yourself be guided by a science educator and discover in greater detail the main themes of the Deserts exhibition: the geomorphology of desert landscapes 🏔️, the adaptations of living organisms to these demanding environments 🌵, and the lives of humans in the desert. **Exposition:** Embark on an unprecedented journey to the heart of our planet’s deserts, from the iconic Sahara to the polar deserts, including the deserts of Sonora, Atacama and Gobi... What do they all have in common? Extreme conditions that are apparently hostile to life. But they are far from uninhabited! Take a journey through the grandiose landscapes and discover the surprising biodiversity that has adapted to these harsh environments: fog-drinking beetles, musk oxen defying blizzards, pebble-plants... not forgetting the human societies that have long settled there. 📝 Here are the exhibition links and more: 🖼️ Expo: [https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/expo-deserts](https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/expo-deserts) 🗺️ Guided Visit: [https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/visite-guidee/visite-decouverte-deserts](https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/visite-guidee/visite-decouverte-deserts) 📄 Pamphlet: [https://www.mnhn.fr/system/files/2025-03/depliant-expo-deserts.pdf](https://www.mnhn.fr/system/files/2025-03/depliant-expo-deserts.pdf) 🎟️ Prices and ticketing: 18 — 21€ (€5 supplement on top of the entry ticket, which is €13 to €16) [https://billetterie.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/selection/timeslotpass?productId=10229449224695](https://billetterie.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/selection/timeslotpass?productId=10229449224695) 📍 Access: Grande Galerie de l'Évolution 36 rue Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire, 75005 Paris 🍺 It usually lasts about 60 minutes. Afterwards, for those who'd like to continue the evening, we could grab a drink and/or head to a restaurant such as: El Guacamole 31 Rue Linné, 75005 Paris https://maps.app.goo.gl/MkVb8s5UegsLbzZp6 See you soon! 🌌

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

Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!*** [Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--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

**Sans Clue H3 R*n 1188 | Hash Beer Marathon 👟🍺** Not impressed with all those racists running through Paris this Sunday? Come join our hash beer marathon instead! Beer. Snacks. Running shoes (preferably new ones). Maybe a trail. And beer. Did we mention beer? The only racists here will be our Front running bastard(s), who will be punished accordingly in circle. 🐰 Hares: Ball Grabber & Semen Dairy 👣 Trail: A-to-B trail, no bag drop 🧭 Directions: Place de la République 📍 Meeting Point: métro exit 7 💶 Hash Cash: 5 € (Hash cash is collected to keep our club active, and also to pay for your beer.) 🥐 Bring what you need. Up to you, but this could include water, sunblock, snow goggles, survival snack, chalk to back mark, a whistle if you can’t shout, brand new running shoes, a virgin, shiggy socks, a hash hymnal, a bag of tea, a bag of wine, wax, and/or extra cash. Dress appropriately - we run, and we may get into some shiggy (mud, puddles, scratchy bushes, wet paint, ...) On on! 👣🍻 [https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh](https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh)

[The Pub](https://www.thepubparis.com/) welcomes Sam for his very first quiz as a member of the PQM crew! Come support him and show him some trivia love! 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, by the powers vested in us. 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)[ ](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress) [Click here for all our updates!](https://linktr.ee/Paris_Quiz_Mistress) See you very soon! The PQM team

ENGLISH STANDUP COMEDY IN PARIS! ## 🎨Color your Sunday with laughter 😆@ Green Mic !!! 💚🎤 Join us at **Green Mic Comedy** where the ***crème de la crème of Parisian comedians*** will illuminate your Sunday night with waves of laughter! **Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, **BBC**, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\* **📅 When ?** * Every **Sunday** * Doors Open at **7:00 PM - 19H00** * Show Starts at **7:30 PM - 19H30** 📍 **Where** : **Ma Cocotte du Faubourg**.- [5 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66e3e7d7639ad:0x582be8084e69e46a?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111) 🚇 Easily accessible from * Métro Lines 8 & 9 (Grands Boulevards) * Métro Line 3 (Bourse) 🎤 **Who are the comedians ?** We book **different comedians every week** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New zeland, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --* 🎤 **Why Green Mic ?** 💚 Our promise is that you'll have a great Sunday night and have Enough laughters for the Week ! **Green Mic is a feel-good show** where you can stay for drinks after the show and hangout at The Frog Pubs. We Also offer **Happy-hours prices** when you **show your tickets at the door**. 🎟️ Secure your spot! Grab your tickets on Eventbrite: GreenMicComedy.eventbrite.fr 🎟️ (Check out more links in our bio 📱) \*\*This show is crowd-funded with a pay-what-you-can price and we recommend 12 euros and 5 euros for students with no obligation to pay. #ComedyInParis #StandupComedy #ParisNights #GreenMicComedy #LaughOutLoud #ParisEvents #ComedyNight #InternationalComedians #FreeComedy #ParisLife #FunInParis #ExpatsParis #LiveComedy #ThingsToDoInParis 🎭

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.

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 :)

**Breathwork & Cacao : être soi.** **S'affranchir de la préoccupation du regard du monde.** **Dimanche 12 avril** **Studio Yoga Searcher — 64 rue des Tournelles, Paris 3e** **19h00 - 21h00** **Nombre de places limité.** **Inscriptions :** **[https://www.billetweb.fr/breathwork-et-cacao-etre-soi...](https://www.billetweb.fr/breathwork-et-cacao-etre-soi-saffranchir-de-la-preoccupation-du-regard-du-monde?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtoydEtmkC_7z3Yhg4nme3c4tGRGMkmKyxd3r1QFmhZM8zojx3nFUGYwMqf0_aem_ROaHTynpoAI15ATQxBEKgg)** \*\*\* S’affranchir du regard du monde ne signifie pas devenir autocentré. C’est même tout l’inverse. La générosité naît lorsque nous sommes moins guidés par la préoccupation de l’image que le monde nous renvoie — un grand défi de notre époque. Cet affranchissement n’est pas le résultat d’un acte de volonté, ni, à mon sens, d’une simple reprogrammation des croyances. Cela reste souvent en surface… et peut devenir une nouvelle posture, un nouveau personnage. Il s’opère en profondeur — car c'est de là qui emerge notre unicité. D'un espace de liberté au fond de nous, inaltérablement présente S’offrir au monde, de la façon unique qui est la nôtre. Ce n’est pas un métier, ni un rôle spécifique. C’est un choix qui se rejoue à chaque instant : dans chaque rencontre, chaque échange, chaque regard. Entre le rôle appris… et ce qu’il y a de plus vrai en nous. Entre les stratégies pour être aimé… et l’élan sincère du don de soi. On va à descendre un peu plus profond dimanche prochain.. Sans même nous en apercevoir, nous sommes souvent guidées par des automatismes de défense, des réflexes anciens qui ne nous appartiennent plus vraiment. Le breathwork est une pratique qui permet au corps de relâcher ces mémoires, au système nerveux de retrouver de la sécurité, et à ce qui était retenu, de recommencer à circuler. Le système nerveux ne fait pas la différence entre un danger réel… et une blessure ancienne qui se réactive. Une situation ordinaire qui active une ancienne mémoire, et sans s'en apercevoir le corps bascule en mode survie : fuite, lutte, figement. Cela arrive à chacun de nous. Non pas parce que quelque chose ne va pas — mais parce que notre système a appris à nous protéger ainsi. \*\*\* Respirer peut devenir un chemin de retour. Le breathwork parle directement au corps, en respirant consciemment, nous envoyons un message de sécurité au système nerveux. Peu à peu : • les réactions automatiques s’apaisent • le corps relâche ce qu’il retenait • un espace de présence s’ouvre • davantage de choix devient possible Respirer devient alors un passage — de la survie… vers la vie. \*\*\* Ce que cet espace permet : • reconnaître lorsque le mode survie s’active • apaiser les réponses nerveuses liées aux blessures • relâcher les tensions inscrites dans le corps • retrouver un état de régulation profond \*\*\* La pratique La respiration connectée est un processus de transformation qui agit à la fois sur le souffle, le corps et la conscience. Le rythme est fluide et continu, ouvrant un état de présence où tensions, émotions et mémoires peuvent se libérer naturellement. Le cacao cérémoniel — facultatif — accompagne ce mouvement avec douceur et soutient l’intégration. La musique, le tambour et un toucher discret viennent soutenir ce qui cherche à se remettre en circulation. \*\*\* Comme l’écrit Stanislav Grof : "Ce processus, apparemment simple, possède un potentiel extraordinaire pour explorer tout le spectre du monde intérieur." \*\*\* Cet atelier s’adresse à celles et ceux qui ressentent l’élan de : • apaiser le stress et le mental • retrouver de l’espace intérieur • alléger ce qui entrave l’énergie vitale • se sentir plus vivants Aucune expérience préalable n’est nécessaire. Chaque session est guidée avec présence et sécurité. \*\*\* Participation : • Tarif standard : 50 € • Tarif solidaire : 35 € (RSA, chômage, contactez moi directement pour appliquer la réduction ). \*\*\* Infos : [ilariainscriptions@gmail.com](mailto:ilariainscriptions@gmail.com) Avec amour, Ilaria Rubei [www.ilariarubei.com](http://www.ilariarubei.com/)

👋 Qui veut intégrer un groupe d'amis en cours de constitution pour faire des sorties et activités ensemble sur Paris et la région parisienne ? Voici quelques exemples de sorties proposées dans ce groupe : ❇️ apéro, afterwork, bars, restaurants, brunch, pique-nique ❇️ ciné, concert, théatre, musée ❇️ sports (tennis, initiation au golf, hiit, running, escalade, etc.) ❇️ jeux de société (poker, loup garou...) et en plein air (mollky, pétanque...) ❇️ week-end ❇️ et tout ce que tu pourras proposer. 💥💥 Ouverture, respect et bienveillance sont les valeurs qui animent le groupe 💥💥 Si tout cela te parle, inscris toi à notre groupe "Sorties et rencontres amicales - Paris" pour être informé(e) de toutes les sorties, il vient tout juste d'être créé sur Meetup et nous serons heureux de faire ta connaissance lors d'une prochaine sortie 👋 Ne te fie pas au nombre de participants sur Meetup, nous sommes sur plusieurs sites et Meetup est le dernier sur lequel nous avons ouvert un compte. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* BIEN LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CI-DESSOUS \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **NB : INUTILE DE CLIQUER SUR "Participer" SUR CETTE FICHE.** Inscris toi juste au groupe et clique sur "Participer" uniquement sur les activités / sorties qui ont lieu de façon sure et certaine et qui sont toutes précédées des symboles 💥💥 devant leur titre. **Si dans le titre de la sortie il n'y a pas les symboles 💥💥 c'est que la sortie n'est pas confirmée.** Nos sorties (et celle d'autres utilisateurs) sont également publiées sur l'application gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem : 👉 Appstore : [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) 👉 Google Play : [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) Tu peux aussi t'inscrire au groupe Whatsapp Weezem ici pour être informé(e) de nos futures sorties 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC) A très vite. Patrice

This month's prompt concerns the idea of the “warrior philosopher” (seemed appropriate in these times)--that is someone whose understanding of violence, power, and justice is forged through direct experience of war. We are looking at Major General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated U.S. Marine raised in a Quaker (pacifist) tradition who later became a prominent critic of American militarism (there is a wonderful biography of Gen. Butler called "Gangsters of Capitalism") Butler's argument in *War Is a Racket* (1935): that many U.S. interventions were driven less by national defense than by corporate and financial interests, with Butler portraying himself as an enforcer for business and Wall Street. We can consider the moral ambiguity of his insider critique—whether complicity strengthens or undermines credibility and also consider some of the concrete reforms he proposed (e.g., “conscript” capital before soldiers, restrict the military to coastal defense, and have only those who fight decide on war). Butler’s life arc clearly changed from pacifist upbringing to warrior to antiwar crusader—and asks whether true understanding of peace requires firsthand knowledge of war, and what that implies about the cost of suffering. So do we need to suffer to understand suffering? Do we have to experience war to appreciate peace? As one more question: in the movie "A Few Good Men" Jack Nicholson's character says that "you have the luxury of not knowing what I know" so do most of us go through life oblivious to real violence and suffering? See you at Drunken Philosophy!

This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

This is an in-person meeting. At this meeting you will get answers to depression and anxiety. Find out the source of them and how to get rid of them. Did you know that unwanted emotions like anxiety, depression, unhappiness, loneliness, hopelessness, anger, fear, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not due to a chemical imbalance in your brain from some nebulous chemical reaction "by chance". Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you. The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life. Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio and Church of Scientology of Central Ohio.

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 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. 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:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. 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! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

...and speaking of breakthrough roles: who can forget the first time we saw Tom Cruise singing Bob Seeger in his underwear? Often considered an updated 1983 version of The Graduate, the movie sparkles with memorable lines and original music. I only regret that I was never told that "Princeton could use someone like Bob..." See the movie first and join us for some "Cruisin'"