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ENGLISH STAND-UP COMEDY SHOWCASE Hot Paprika Comedy is bringing the heat to the rooftop! Join us at Jo&Joe Budapest for a night of handpicked comedians delivering their best material. No sign-ups this time—just a curated lineup of hilarious performers ready to make you laugh all night long. The show will take place in a dedicated rooftop space at Jo&Joe Budapest—separate from the main hangout area, so you can fully enjoy the comedy without distractions. Feel free to come early or stay after the show to chill, grab drinks, and hang out in the rooftop area with a great vibe. Expect sharp jokes, wild stories, and big laughs from both local favorites and visiting comedians. FREE SHOW! But donations are appreciated If you enjoy the show, feel free to support the comedians. Hosted by Tauseef Parvez Seats are limited, so arrive early to grab a good spot. Follow @hotpaprikacomedy for more shows

🎭 ENGLISH STAND-UP COMEDY OPEN MIC 🎭 Hot Paprika Comedy🌶️ is proud to team up with the wonderful people at 📍Jo&Joe Budapest to bring you a 🔁weekly open mic every Tuesday. We want to give everyone opportunities to jump on stage and unlock their potential for stand-up comedy. The show will happen on the lobby floor at Jo&Joe Budapest 👉If you think you have good jokes, a funny song or a fun mime, sign up on the post in the event description! 🆘FREE SHOW! But donations are appreciated 🤗 We ask you to bring some loose cash if possible. 🎭Hosted by Tauseef Parvez 🪑Seats are on a first come first serve basis. Come early to have good seats. Follow @hotpaprikacomedy for more shows🎭

**〜 summer night run** 🌆🏃🍹 welcome to the **unplugged club Budapest ✨** a space to slow down, leave the phone behind, and reconnect with yourself and others through low pressure shared experiences ☻ This time, we're running for golden-hour views and summer evening vibes. We'll meet for an easy run through Budapest and finish the night with a well-deserved beverage at Pavilon Bar 🏃‍♀️🍹 **〜 What to expect** ◦ A quick warm up at Fővám tér. ◦ A 5km route through Budapest (\~6:30 - 7:00 min/km pace). ◦ Drinks and chilling after at Pavilon Bar. **〜 Details** 📅 Tuesday, June 23rd 🕖 Start: 7:00 pm 📍 Meeting point: Fővám tér 🏃‍♀️ Distance: \~5 km 🍹 Finish: Pavilon Bar

Renting in Budapest: Risks and How to Avoid Them During this session we will discuss: – rental contracts and what to pay attention to – deposits, utility costs & hidden expenses – what is considered normal vs. unusual on the Hungarian rental market – the most common mistakes and misunderstandings between landlords and tenants – how to protect yourself when renting property in Hungary – practical questions from participants and real-life situations Our goal is to help international residents feel more confident and informed when navigating the Budapest rental market. English-language breakfast conversations about living, renting & buying property in Hungary Join us for a relaxed and informative morning series designed for Budapest’s international community. Practical topics, local insights, trusted professionals — and the opportunity to ask your questions in person.  Contact: Szidonia Szilagyi \| Mobile / WhatsApp: \+36 70 407 7357 \| Email: szidonia\.szilagyi@von\-poll\.com  Location: VON POLL REAL ESTATE Rózsakert – Rózsakert Shopping Center  Public Transport: Easily accessible from Budapest Metro Line M2 Batthyány tér by bus 11 or 111 (approx. 15–20 minutes)  Time: 10:00–11:30 AM \|  Refreshments\, tea & pastries included \|  Maximum 20 participants per event  Registration Participation fee is 25 EUR/8000 HUF/ person. Places are limited and advance registration is required.  Register here - [https://forms.gle/NFaTdPWuEuNp8eQM8](https://forms.gle/NFaTdPWuEuNp8eQM8?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExc1dNN1BWWGY3U0ttbjZXZ3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6ydS1bw06SwVI69MrnlZzltBAPTg0cv4RWQb7IoW-95PNeMudslItImrR4HQ_aem_GPoLMDDfT9wJap2z5d6mLQ) We look forward to welcoming you at our Rózsakert office!

Szeretnéd fejleszteni a beszédkészséged? Szeretnél fejlődni a kommunikációdban, mert szükséged van rá a munkádban, a hétköznapjaidban? Szeretnéd megtanulni, hogyan tudsz még kifejezőbb lenni? Úgy érzed, nincs elég önbizalmad, de már tudod, hogy növelni szeretnéd, és már azt is tudod, tenni is kész vagy érte? Van egy jó hírünk: a LEGJOBB HELYEN JÁRSZ! :) Mi minden kedden azért gyűlünk össze, mert hiszünk abban, hogy bárki képes megtanulni az önbizalommal teli, tiszta, célratörő és élvezetes kommunikációt. Teszünk azért, hogy nálunk a gyakorlás alapú tanulás mindenki számára elérhető legyen akár diák, otthon lévő szülő, karrier építő, vagy csak egyszerűen érdeklődő a találkozónk résztvevője. Nálunk bárki megszerezheti azokat a kommunikációs technikákat melykekkel képes érdekesen, tömören, érthetően átadni saját gondolatait a közö(n)sség felé. Várunk szeretettel, ha szeretnéd fejleszteni kommunikációs és vezetői készségeidet egy jó hangulatú, segítőkész és összetartó csapatban. Találd meg önmagad egy inspiráló környezetben! Amivel találkozhatsz egy esten: – képet kapsz arról, hogy mi a Toastmasters és hogyan néz ki egy klubest; – megláthatod mit is adhat a Toastmasters tapasztalt előadók által; – új érdekes emberekkel találkozhatsz; – barátságos környezetben szerezhetsz sok új élményt. Miért csatlakozz a SzóDa Retorika Klubhoz? 1\. Lehetőség önmagad megismerésére\, ami a személyes fejlődéshez nagyban hozzájárul; 2\. Új barátokra tehetsz szert; 3\. Több önbizalmat szerezhetsz; 4\. Új dolgokat tanulhatsz azáltal\, hogy gyakorlod őket\. Hogyan tudsz csatlakozni? * gyere el hozzánk, próbáld ki magad, ízleld meg, milyen a színpadon állni, merj rögtönözni. Ezt díjmentesen megteheted három alkalommal. * ha jól érezted magad, megtetszett és eldöntötted, hogy Te is szeretnél velünk hétről hétre, minden kedd este a fejlődés útján járni, bővebb információért látogass el ezekre az oldalakra: https://www.facebook.com/szodaretorikaklub/ A SzóDa vár szeretettel! :)

A női tangó technika gyakorlása segít abban, hogy magabiztosabban és elegánsabban táncoljunk, valamint könnyebben kapcsolódjunk a partnerünkhöz és a zenéhez. Hogy ne csak követőként, hanem tudatos táncosnőként legyünk jelen a táncban. **Mikor**: Kedd, 18:00 – 19:00 **Hol:** Roxy Stúdió, 1136 Budapest, Tátra utca 4. ✦✦✦ **Miért fontos a női technika a tangóban?** -Javul a tartás, az ölelés, a sétatechnika, a stabilitás és az elegancia -Izgalmas díszítésekkel szépítjük a táncot -Hogy ne csak követőként, hanem táncosnőként is jelen legyél ✦✦✦ **Tematika** Az órákat bemelegítéssel kezdjük, majd az adott napi témával folytatjuk (pl. tartás, séta, disszociáció, giro, boleo, enrosque, díszítések stb.). A cél olyan technikai alapok elsajátítása, amelyek hosszú távon is segítik a fejlődésedet. **Ruházat** Kényelmes öltözet ajánlott. Lehetőleg hozz magaddal magassarkú cipőt is. További részletek: [https://tangolibre.hu/arak/](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftangolibre.hu%2Farak%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbDFsUmtNd2dIQVpmSHY3TXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6UMmb0UoScQqD_vY2si7YaoEL3eIt8sfl5_Umx1LOW3RE_yq1xpuO6AwQLiw_aem_79bdLWqEbvzUx5qtFeyneA&h=AT7a1OP5evVEHDcL1uUSIGhfFxkDzd37eVA1AGyELRZYfgq32JCYYoXLT6i2nOlRLNCuSfgbAqgcBIvkICHRxLTe9O522W5uKHL7ylZqitMdwj0lFPVQhxReRbq4PahKY2cBhvq_N8rHFCKPHKt8f81yHuxw_i3s9b4&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AT6G1SRCcbuOonOjMDArF7zv6zzXg6TL30pzfPbLwkmUdqxAVtAkaebCIfT23D8QPA9-zyZxrXaset57fLmMJOmvIABzUucuXls3bJmthLKQq09teRoryNetMqhkBNlxKr0FPj_q9CFE178EVkVduxOJ9dEN1hq1kjY) Nemsokára találkozunk! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Women’s Tango Technique with Andrea Practicing women’s tango technique helps you dance with more confidence and elegance, and connect more easily with your partner and the music. So that you are present in the dance not only as a follower, but as a conscious and aware dancer. **When:** Tuesday, 18:00–19:00 **Where:** Roxy Studio, 1136 Budapest, Tátra utca 4. ### Why is women’s technique important in tango? * Improves posture, embrace, walking technique, stability, and elegance * Adds beautiful and expressive embellishments to your dance * Helps you be present not only as a follower, but as a dancer in your own right ### Dress code Comfortable clothing is recommended. Please bring high heels if possible. More details: [https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/) See you soon! ***

Csatlakozz a KEZDŐ 2 kurzusunkhoz! **Időpont:** Keddenként 20:00–21:00 (első alkalom 2026-ban: **január 6.)** **Helyszín**: Roxy Táncstúdió Tátra utca 4., 1136 Budapest [Teljes órarendünk](https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/) **Tanárok**: Szeghalmi Endre és Serbán Andrea ✦✦✦ Join our **Beginner 2 Argentine Tango course**! This class is for dancers who already know the basics and would like to continue developing their technique, connection, and enjoyment of tango. **🕒 Time** Tuesdays 8:00–9:00 PM First class in 2026: **January 6** **📍 Location** Roxy Dance Studio Tátra utca 4., 1136 Budapest **Teachers** Endre Szeghalmi & Andrea Serbán **Prices:**[ https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/)

Practice Buddhist meditation in the middle of Budapest! The meditation is suitable for beginners. Each regular meditation is guided and begins with a short introduction. (all together is about 30-40 minutes) Our regular Buddhist meditations have proven popular with people who want to integrate authentic Buddhist methods into their daily lives. For the modern lay person who is juggling work, relationships, and an active role in society, we teach a meditation that is easy to learn, and profound and powerful for experienced practitioners. The meditation originates from the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has a cumulative effect on mind, leading to greater clarity and calmness. Fearlessness, joy, and active compassion are the result of regular practice of Buddhist meditation. * Do I need any special clothing? No special clothing needed. * Does the attendance cost anything? No, the meditation is free.

💜 Csak nőknek szóló PyLadies esemény! 💜 Sziasztok PyLadiek! A QR-kódokat nap mint nap használjuk, de vajon tudjuk, hogyan működnek? Ezen az alkalmon röviden megismerkedünk a QR-kódok világával: megnézzük, milyen típusai vannak, hogyan tárolnak adatot, és miért számítanak ennyire zseniális megoldásnak. Az elméleti bevezető után a gyakorlaté lesz a főszerep: Python segítségével saját QR-kódokat fogunk generálni, testre szabni, és megnézzük, milyen lehetőségeket kínálnak a különböző könyvtárak. A foglalkozás kezdők számára is követhető, és remek alkalom arra, hogy egy hétköznapi technológia mögé nézzünk. 👨‍💻 Előadó: Németh-Buhin Alba és Sepp Norbert 🗓️ Programterv A két előadás között hosszabb szünetet tartunk, hogy legyen időnk beszélgetni és megismerni egymást :) • 17:30 – 18:00 Megérkezés, setup • 18:00 – 19:00 Előadás I. • 19:00 – 19:40 Szünet, Networking • 19:40 – 20:35 Előadás II. • 20:35 – 21:00 Záró gondolatok, elköszönés (A programterv változásának jogát fenntartjuk.) 💻 Mivel készülj? Workshop jellegű alkalom lesz, így ajánlott, hogy legyen nálad egy programozásra alkalmas számítógép. A gepeden, jo, ha le vannak töltve az alábbi programok: \- Python \(https://www\.python\.org/downloads/\) \- opencv\-python \- scikit\-image \- reedsolo \(opcionális\) \- customtkinter \(opcionális\) 💜 Kit várunk? Olyan lányokat és nőket várunk, akiket érdekel a Python világa, és szívesen kipróbálnák, hogyan lehet QR-kódokat létrehozni és testre szabni Python segítségével. Az alkalom kezdők számára is követhető, így nem szükséges előzetes tapasztalat a QR-kódokkal kapcsolatban. 📍 Helyszín Balance Irodaház – 7. emelet Dél (Lifttől balra) Cím: 1139 Budapest, Váci út 99 🌍 Nyelv Az esemény nyelve: magyar (és Python) 🤝 Szponzor HCL Technologies Starschema Kft. Az esemény regisztrációhoz kotott! Csatlakozz a PyLadies slack csatornára! https://slackin.pyladies.com .. Ha megkaptad a meghívót, jelentkezz be, és a csatornák (channel)-ek között keresd ki a #budapest-pyladies-t. Célunk, hogy legyen egy olyan közösség, csatorna, ahová bármikor be lehessen dobni egy érdekes cikket amit olvastál, random gondolatokat vagy problémát amin elakadtál - de igazából bármit ami kapcsolódik a pythonhoz - beszélgessünk és segítsük egymást! :) Írj, akár slacken, akár itt, ha bármi kérdésed van, csatlakoznál szervezői csapatunkhoz, vagy akár te is szívesen előadnál valamilyen témában! Nagyon várjuk, hogy újra találkozhassunk! Üdvözlettel, a PyLadies Budapest szervezői 👩‍💻

Hello everyone, Welcome to the Monthly Book Club, the discussion edition of the Budapest Silent Book Club for those who enjoy reading the same book and sharing thoughts together. This June, we’ll be reading *Flesh* by David Szalay. The novel follows a man’s life across different stages, relationships, countries, and social worlds, exploring desire, ambition, class, masculinity, and the strange ways a person’s life can be shaped by circumstance. It’s a sharp, intimate, and unsettling read that opens the door to deep conversations about identity, power, success, loneliness, and the body’s role in how we move through the world. 🕕 Time: 18:00–20:00 – Group discussion about the book 📍 Location: Kőleves Kert I’ll bring a few discussion prompts, but everyone’s thoughts are welcome. Whether you loved the book, found it heavily debatable, or didn’t quite manage to finish, you’re invited. **Follow us:** 📌 **[Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)** 📌 **[Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/people/Budapest-Silent-Book-Club/61567388151835)**

Free event, [registration](https://datapao.com/databricks-hungary-meetup/) is required. If you’re working with Databricks in Hungary, **mark June 25th in your calendar.** The Data & AI Summit in San Francisco is the center of the data universe, and the announcements made there will shift how we all work for the next year. We aren't letting the ocean get in the way— we are bringing the most important innovations and global trends straight to you. Just a week after the Summit closes, we’re hosting a deep-dive session in Budapest to break down exactly what happened. This isn't just a news recap—it’s a tactical session on the massive shifts coming to the platform, including: * **The most disruptive announcements from the San Francisco stage** * **Analytics Reimagined:** *Why yesterday’s BI can’t answer today’s questions.* **Xintia Gyenge** (Databricks) will give us a look under the hood of **Genie** and **DatabricksOne**, focusing on how natural language is genuinely shifting data consumption. * **Databricks Data + AI Summit Recap:** *Brought to life in real business use-cases.* **Máté Gulyás** (DATAPAO) will cut through the San Francisco announcements to show you how these new features actually translate into production-ready data workflows and everyday implementation. Join us as our CEO, **Máté Gulyás**, and **Xintia Gyenge** (Solution Architect at Databricks) cut through the hype to show you what actually matters for the local market. If you want to stay ahead of the curve, you simply can't miss this. **📅 AGENDA (subject to change):** *Please note that timings refer to CEST (Central European Summer Time).* * **17:30 \- 18:00 \| Arrival & Registration** – Doors open, grab a drink, and settle in. * **18:00 \- 19:00 \| Deep\-Dive Technical Sessions:** * **Part 1: Analytics Reimagined** – *Why yesterday’s BI can’t answer today’s questions.* **Xintia Gyenge** (Databricks) dives into the power of **Genie** and **DatabricksOne**, showing how natural language is redefining data consumption. * **Part 2: Databricks Data + AI Summit Recap** — *Brought to Life in real business use-cases.* **Máté Gulyás** (DATAPAO) breaks down how the innovations move beyond the hype into real-world data workflows and practical implementation. * **19:00 \- 19:30 \| Summit Highlights** – A "fresh-off-the-plane" recap of the biggest breakthroughs from the SF keynotes. * **19:30 \- 20:00 \| Interactive Q&A** – An open panel discussion. Bring your toughest questions about the new releases and their impact on the local market. * **20:00 \- 21:00 \| Networking\, Drinks & Finger Foods** – On the house! Stick around to talk shop with the speakers and the Budapest community. **💡 WHAT WILL YOU GAIN:** You’ll walk away with a clear direction of where the Databricks ecosystem is heading, and what it means for you. This is your chance to get an insider’s look at the latest tech before it becomes mainstream, learn best practices for the "AI-first" era, and connect with the most active data minds in Budapest. **🇬🇧 LANGUAGE:** English **👛 EVENT FEE:** Free **✍️ REGISTRATION:** This event is free, but seats are limited. Registrations will be confirmed based on availability. **Link to Registration:** [https://datapao.com/databricks-hungary-meetup/](https://datapao.com/databricks-hungary-meetup/) **🗺️ LOCATION:** [KLUSTER](https://share.google/yGoMKSTJyVewKV1ft) (1052 Budapest, Károly körút 6.) **🎙️ SPEAKERS:** * **[Máté Gulyás:](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gulyasm/)** CEO of DATAPAO and a seasoned data strategist. Máté will be on the ground in San Francisco, distilling the most critical changes into actionable advice for Hungarian businesses. * **[Xintia Gyenge](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tunde-xintia-gyenge/):** Solution Architect at Databricks. Xintia brings the direct vendor perspective, helping you understand the "how" behind the newly announced features. **ℹ️ ABOUT [DATABRICKS COMMUNITY HUNGARY](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13115333/):** This group is dedicated to bringing together data enthusiasts, analysts, and engineers interested in learning and sharing knowledge about Databricks and Apache Spark. Whether you are a beginner looking to delve into the world of data & AI or a seasoned professional looking to take your skills to the next level, our meetups offer a platform to connect, collaborate, and learn from each other. Join us for discussions, workshops, and networking events designed to promote growth and exploration in the field of data intelligence. Let’s ignite our passion for data together! **🌶️ ABOUT [DATAPAO](https://datapao.com/)** We are a data engineering and data science consulting firm and a long-time Databricks partner. We cover the entire data journey including strategy, implementation, training and innovation. **Join us at KLUSTER on the 25th of June**! Hope to meet you there. *The Datapao team*

ENGLISH STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT❗❗ Join us for another amazing Hot Paprika Comedy🌶️ Night at Bunkert! We have an amazing lineup of international🌍 comedians waiting to make you laugh! **Please comment under the post in the events discussion tab if you want a spot to perform!**\* FREE Show‼️But donations are appreciated💸 Hosted by : Tauseef Seats are on a first come first serve basis. So, come a bit earlier to make sure you have a seat.🪑 Follow Hot Paprika Comedy' to stay updated on future events: https://www.facebook.com/hotpaprikacomedy

**〜 vinyāsa flow yoga🧘** welcome to the **unplugged club Budapest** ✨ a space to slow down, leave your phone behind, and reconnect with yourself and others through low pressure shared experiences ☻ This time we're collaborating with **Good Things Club**, where we'll be doing a yoga class together 🧘🏻‍♀️ This is a great opportunity to experience a very special all English yoga community in the heart of Budapest 🪷 **What is the** ***Good Things Club*?** ***Good Things Club*** is a small, family-ran boutique studio by Josh and Nina. A place designed with care, where familiarity matters and community forms naturally through shared time and practice *Read more about it [here](https://www.goodthings.club/about).* **What is* Vinyāsa*?** ***Vinyāsa*** is a contemporary style of practice where movement is linked to breath. Rather than holding postures for long periods, you move through sequences with a steady rhythm, building heat, strength, coordination, and focus. The aim is not complexity for its own sake, but continuity: learning to stay present as the practice keeps unfolding. *Learn more about it [here](https://www.goodthings.club/vinyasa-flow).* **〜 What to expect** ◦ Open to all levels (read more [here](https://www.goodthings.club/vinyasa-flow)) ◦ Mats and all equipment are provided ◦ The class will be held in English ◦ Space to change and leave your belongings ◦ Water, tea and coffee available ◦ Phone-free space encouraged during the session **〜 Agenda** ◦ 9:30 – arrival & settling in ◦ 10:00 – 11:00 yoga practice ◦ 11:00 – tea, coffee & relaxed chat **〜 Details** 📅 **When:** Saturday, June 27 📍 **Location:** Budapest 1083 József krt. 77-79 🎟️ **Price:** 9.99 EUR (〜 3500 HUF) + [meeetup.com](http://meeetup.com/) fee 🔒 **Limited spots:** 10 participants

*All the presentations are in Hungarian. Thanks for your understanding!* *FONTOS! A júniusi Budapest Science Meetup egy klímatizált (!) teremben, a Freeszfe-n kerül megrendezésre, a 13. kerületi Szabolcs utca 27. alatti épületben.* **Tényleg szifiliszjárvány van Magyarországon?** Magyarországon az utóbbi években drasztikusan [megnőtt](https://www.pharmindex-online.hu/infektologia/hirek-cikkek/veleszuletett-szifilisz-magyarorszagon-drasztikus-incidencia-novekedes-es-kritikus-ujszulottkori-mortalitas) a veleszületett szifilisz előfordulása. Balla Eszter, az NNGYK Bakteriális STI Referencialaboratóriumát vezető, mikrobiológus szakorvos a magyarországi szifilisz járványhelyzetről fog nekünk beszélni. Ritka, hogy ilyen magas szintű járványügyi szakemberek ismeretterjesztő előadásokat tartanak, már emiatt érdemes lesz eljönni. De szervezés alatt van még egy előadás is.

Our next much-awaited **COLUMBUS** meetup is **Tuesday June 30th from 7-10 pm EST at ACE OF CUPS**. Meet patients, cultivators, processors, dispensary managers/staff, physicians, home growers, educators, activists, nonprofits, artists, attorneys, business owners, writers, students, and supporters to network, share our knowledge, collaborate, support each other and make new ones! Hope you will be there too! Save the date and pass the word. **Please RSVP** so we know who is coming and how many to expect. Find us to say hi and we will introduce you to others. We should be easy to spot. (The happy-looking group wearing cool nametags! See photos from our past events.) Sign in, grab a name tag, start your own bar/food tab, meet old friends and make new ones! Everyone is welcome. SEE YOU THERE!

Join us for an Opening Night showing of the super-hero action-adventure, SUPERGIRL! Get in early because this series is just getting started! Hot on the heels of last year’s excellent SUPERMAN comes what should be another fun adventure! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, joins forces with an unlikely companion on an interstellar journey of vengeance and justice when an unexpected adversary strikes too close to home. The film is directed by Craig Gillespie, written by Ana Nogueira, and stars Milly Alcock, Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet and Jason Momoa. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1-pfiVMKAs MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet in the lobby area between 6:40 and 6:50pm! It’s in their largest theater on their biggest screen but advance ticket purchase is advised for this Opening Night showing! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below. DINNER PLAN: For this event, we’ll go meet for a pre-show bite at nearby EL VAQUERO! If you’d like to join for dinner, please arrive at 5:15pm and ask for the Movie Group! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you were quoted in *Truth in Comedy*, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**! The idea behind improvised comedy is to create entire scenes from scratch. A suggestion is taken from the audience and laughter is built on the spot. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway, Make Some Noise,* or *Wild 'n Out*; it can also be done in a longer way, to tell a complicated story, like *TJ & Dave*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and FREE!) weekly comedy event, brings the games for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Afterward, many members will hang out in *Gresso's* itself and get to know each other. Not only is this a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, your public speaking, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and build relationships that will last a lifetime, and you do that while laughing your butt off! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "*Yes, And*" that you'll have a blast!

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. NOTE: We’re switching it up this time and going with a DINNER shift on Mon, 7/6. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for DINNER from 4:30 to 6:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 4:20pm and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to those volunteering at this (or any of our previous or future) CMG Gives Back events! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us as we get together for a CAPA Summer Movie event to see the romantic, funny, heartwarming, feel-good classic, PRETTY WOMAN! Julia Roberts and Richard Gere star in this modern-day fairy-tale romance! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A wealthy corporate raider hires a Hollywood escort as his date for a week of high-society business events. But what starts as a business transaction blossoms into genuine love, challenging both of their lives and leading to an unexpected romance. The film is directed by Garry Marshall and stars Richard Gere, Julia Roberts, Héctor Elizondo, Ralph Bellamy (in his final performance), Laura San Giacomo and Jason Alexander. MINI TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JghOdhAwc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JghOdhAwc) SHORT BONUS CLIP #1 - DIRECTOR GARRY MARSHALL Recalls Famous Scenes from the Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIMOzieGPs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIMOzieGPs) SHORT BONUS CLIP #2 - RICHARD GERE on the Film’s Impact all these years later: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0T3O94dAA8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0T3O94dAA8) SHORT BONUS CLIP #3 - JULIA ROBERTS Remembers a Gift from Director Garry Marshall: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ4AZSjbMsA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ4AZSjbMsA) BUZZ & ACCLAIM: A huge box office hit at the time of its release, PRETTY WOMAN has since gone on to become a modern-day classic! The film catapulted Julia Roberts to superstardom and earned her a Golden Globe for Best Actress and her first Oscar nomination! Critics praise Julia Roberts’ star-making performance, the undeniable chemistry between her and Richard Gere, and its warm, funny feel-good story about kindness, self-worth and transformation! The film’s “intelligence and wit,” “first-class performances” and “sharp, funny script” have made Pretty Woman a classic and truly “something special!” THE OHIO THEATRE: The Ohio Theatre is located at 39 E. State Street, between 3rd and High Streets, across the street from the Ohio Statehouse. From classical music to modern dance, yearly family traditions to hot concerts, the world’s best artists come to the 2,791-seat, historic Ohio Theatre. The breathtaking details (including the 21-foot-high chandelier!) of its opulent, Spanish-Baroque architecture make any night at the Ohio Theater an event to remember! PRE-SHOW ENTERTAINMENT: Now celebrating his 33rd year as featured organist for the CAPA Summer Movie Series, Clark Wilson will again provide pre-show entertainment at the keyboards and controls of the Ohio Theatre’s treasured “Mighty Morton” theatre organ 30 minutes prior to each screening. PARKING: Parking is available at Columbus Commons Parking Garage off 3rd or Rich Streets or in Statehouse Parking Garage off 3rd Street. You can find out more about parking in Downtown Columbus by visiting the Downtown Columbus website. PLAN: Purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and we’ll meet outside the theater between 6:50 and 7:00pm. We’ll head in at 7pm to get good seats and enjoy the pre-show organ music! TICKETS: Tickets just $6 adult / $5 senior! Parking is available under the Capital building, in the nearby garage, or on the nearby streets. You can purchase your ticket at the box office on the day of the event or online here: [https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/](https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/) Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us for our Sunday Meditation Service - 'Seeing God as the Sole Doer!' Or join us on Facebook Live! Our Facebook Page is ***Golden Lotus Yoga for Spiritual Awareness***

Based on the novel Roadside Picnic, it is NO picnic, but rather one of the masterpieces of world cinema. Andrei Tarkovsky's 1979 Soviet sci-fi classic, recounts the expedition of a writer and professor led by a mysterious guide called "The Stalker." to a futuristic wasteland called "The Zone." Dripping with existential dread, it continually presents strange occurrences that will have us debating the meaning of what we've just viewed right through the ending. *Stalker* (1979) can be streamed for free on HBOMax, the Criterion Channel or Kanopy. It's also available for rent on Amazon Prime and AppleTV. The Columbus Library has two copies on disc.