Getting Organized

Ready for a different kind of afterwork? Want to get buzzed with inspiration? **Join our Meaningful Afterwork!** A relaxed and uplifting space for meaningful conversations inspired by the Bahá’í Writings. Together, we explore deep questions about life, purpose, and the world around us, connecting spiritual insights with the realities of everyday living and the challenges of society. An open, co-created, and collaborative space for reflection, discussion, and consultation, where everyone is welcome to be a protagonist, share, listen, and think together. And because meaningful connection also happens around the table, this is also a potluck-style gathering: feel free to bring something to share! Food for the soul… and for the body ;) Come as you are. Bring your openness and curiosity, meet new people and recharge your spirit! The Details: * 📅 **Date:** Friday, 24th April * ⏰ **Time:** 6:30pm * 📍 **Location:** 17, Allée Léopold Goebel, Luxembourg City In case you have further questions, feel free to contact us via email ([meaningfulafterwork@gmail.com](https://meaningfulafterwork@gmail.com "https://meaningfulafterwork@gmail.com")). Warmly, Your Meaningful Afterwork Team P.S.: As spaces for the upcoming Meaningful Afterwork will be limited, please sign up via the link below to let us know if you’re coming, if you’re bringing a colleague, and what treats you might be bringing for the potluck: 🔗 [https://forms.gle/h5StC78h6WqByhA79](https://forms.gle/h5StC78h6WqByhA79)

Friday evening sketching session at Villa Vauban. Every friday Villa Vauban is free between 6-9pm. To benefit from this we willl have a monthly sketch & sip session (in that order :)) using a specific room/painting in the museum. Agenda: 6pm (early arrivals) - meeting at the reception and move to a room by 6:10 7pm - for those of us that cannot leave work earlier, I will post where to find us in whatsapp. Sketching until 8 8pm - share our sketches 8-9pm sip your favorite wine, beer etc in a bar/restaurant in the city centre. Fee: To ensure a more clear picture on the participation, there is a fee of 5 EUR per event and 3 EUR for early confirmations. The RSVPs will be closed 4 or 5 days prior to ensure bookings for the drinks can be finalized. Join the whatsapp group to keep informed and share your work: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDtDO1GurPrA4ceFPePeQb

Welcome to our next conversation exploring a theme that many international residents eventually start thinking about: **How to integrate and give back to Luxembourg?** Integration is not only about finding your place in a new country. At some point it also becomes about **contributing to the community around you.** • How do people successfully integrate into life in Luxembourg? • What opportunities does the country offer to international residents? • And how can we give something back to the society that welcomes us? Our next **LuxBuzz Integration Breakfast** will explore exactly these questions. The event is organised by **The LuxBuzz Academy ASBL** within the framework and with the support of the **Biergerpakt for Intercultural Living Together** **by MIFA** We are delighted to welcome our guest speaker **Lyndsay Whitby** - professional coach and founder of **SQ Coaching**. Lyndsay will share his personal journey of settling in Luxembourg, the experiences that shaped his integration and the lessons he learned along the way. From navigating expat environment to building his private business through meaningful connections, his story reflects the opportunities Luxembourg offers to those who are willing to engage with its community. During the conversation we will explore: • the key steps to integrating successfully in Luxembourg • the opportunities the country offers to international residents • the importance of networks and community • how residents can give back and contribute to Luxembourgish society 📅 **Date:** 24 April 2026 ⏰ **Time:** 09:00–10:30 📍 **Location:** The Office Charlotte Participation is limited in order to keep the discussion **dynamic and personal**. Please, register using this link https://biergerpakt.zesummeliewen.lu/calendrier/luxbuzz-integrationbreakfast-comment-sintegrer-et-contribuer-au-luxembourg/ Our Breakfasts are designed as a **friendly conversation in a small group**, where everyone can ask questions and share experiences - ☕ coffee, ideas and honest talks around integration. Let’s create the buzz together! 🐝🐝🐝 #LuxBuzzAcademy #IntegrationInLuxembourg #Biergerpakt #CommunityDialogue #GivingBack #LifelongLearning

Hi Everyone, this Friday's drinks are at Ziegels - as they write about themselves: *"With the move to the new location at Stockplatz, ZIEGELS was not only given a new central location right at the beginning of Trier's pedestrian zone - we also took the opportunity to retain the old atmosphere and the flair and charm of what "pub" is all about at ZIEGELS and to combine it with a modern-rustic style in "industrial design". Modern concept meets rustic "pub charm"!"* Sounds good to us - see you there! :-D

Join for a sketching session in Mudam followed by a coffee at the Museum cafe at 2pm. We will meet at the reception area where we can also leave the jackets/bags in the lockers. Focus will be on the British Japanese artist Simon Fujiwara Exhibition that show-cases the breadth of the artist’s works across painting, film, performance, animation and storytelling. To learn more: https://www.mudam.com/exhibitions/solo-exhibition-2 Fee: Access to the museum is subject to a fee. You can buy your ticket on the day of the meetup at the museum. Lunch: If you would like to have lunch at the museum cafe, it's highly recommended to make a reservation separately. The food is served until 3pm only, after which there are only deserts served (subject to availability). Join the WhatsApp group to keep informed and share your work: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDtDO1GurPrA4ceFPePeQb

Life gets busy, and meaningful connections don’t always happen by chance. That’s why our Fast Friending social brings like-minded ladies & gents together in a relaxed, welcoming space designed for easy, natural conversations. In just one evening, you’ll meet multiple people face-to-face — whether you’re looking for new friendships or something more meaningful, it’s a simple and genuine way to connect. **You will need to buy a ticket for attending -** [https://lux25thapril.eventbrite.co.uk](https://lux25thapril.eventbrite.co.uk) \*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account. TICKETS:- Early Bird - €5 / person Regular Ticket - €10 / person Cash at meetup: If you do not purchase a ticket in advance then you can pay Shye cash of €15 when you attend. **Here’s how your evening will flow:-** **7:00 PM – Welcome** Arrive at 7:00 PM and be welcomed by your host, Sergio, who will guide the evening and help with introductions. Feeling shy? Come a little early and she’ll ease you into small-group conversations. You’re also welcome to bring a lady friend along for free. **7:30 – 8:30 PM \| Fast Friending** Chat with a new attendee every 3 minutes, ensuring you meet a variety of like-minded ladies and gentlemen. **After 8:30 PM \| Open Mingling** Reconnect with those you enjoyed speaking to and continue meaningful conversations at your own pace \- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\! \- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\. \- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 45 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\. \- We are not a dating group\. Our events are not organised to manage your dating life\. Our group is created to help ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. Please do not attend our event if a perfect gender balance is important for your enjoyment of our meet\-up\. Why do we have tickets? 1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication. 2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved. 3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity. ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)- We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.** Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing ](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing) How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)

Dear all, join for this discussion of Frances Ha (2012) directed by Noah Baumbach that follows the path to maturity as Frances Halliday navigates through New York City in pursuit of her dream of becoming a dancer. This black/white comedy-drama stars Greta Gerwig. Join us in the WhatsApp to continue the chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IfHxPbLIF2RLldyo1yGwhH NOTE: This discussion doesn't include a film screening. The participants are expected to watch the film prior to joining the discussion. However you can watch Frances Ha with Cinemateque earlier in the week: https://www.cinematheque.lu/fr/programme/cinematheque-film-club/frances-ha

Harmony isn’t just a feeling — it’s something you can design. In Feng Shui, your space reflects your energy. When your environment flows, your life flows. • Clear space = clear mind • Strong support behind you = confidence forward • Natural light = vitality • Plants = growth • Water = abundance Small changes. Big energy shift. 25 Euro / person

**Ever wondered why some rooms feel peaceful while others feel "off"?** Join us for an introductory session into the world of Feng Shui — the ancient art of spatial harmony. In this 10 session, you'll get a taste of how your environment shapes your energy, mood, and well-being. **By** **the** **end** **of** **the** **full** **programme,** **you** **will** **be** **able** **to:** * Understand the fundamental principles of Qi, Yin-Yang, and the Five Elements * Read the energy of a space using classical Feng Shui methods * Identify the Dragon and Tiger positions in any environment * Assess the Feng Shui quality of a home or building on your own * Apply practical adjustments to improve the harmony of your living space **Your** **instructor:** Yemin YIN — architect (2025 ArchDaily Building of the Year nominee), Daoist cultural practitioner, and artist. She brings 3,000 years of Chinese spatial wisdom into a practical, down-to-earth format. * Trial session: €25 * Full Level 0 programme: €188 / 10 sessions * No prior knowledge needed

Let’s meet in late April for a gentle, warm, and slightly unpredictable afternoon together.✨ As spring slowly unfolds, we often notice that certain thoughts keep returning, questions, ideas, small concerns, quiet curiosities, or reflections about life that don’t always find space in everyday conversations. This time, we’ll take a moment to explore: **What has been on your mind lately?** ☁️ Not everything needs to be fully clear or resolved. Sometimes it is enough to notice what is present and to hear how others experience their own inner worlds. ⭐ What to expect A small circle of open-minded people, with tea, coffee, or food in hand, sharing reflections, philosophy, psychology, or simply ideas and inspirations that arise naturally in the moment. The topic is gently suggested, and the conversation will flow organically. 🪄 We’ll explore the questions step by step, from light to deeper, in a roundtable format. For example: • What’s your name, where are you from, and what are you doing in Luxembourg? • What has been on your mind lately? • Is there a topic or question you find yourself returning to again and again? • Is this something new in your life, or something that has been present for a long time? • What makes this topic feel important for you right now? • Does this thought feel more exciting, heavy, confusing — or something else? • When this topic comes to your mind, do you usually want to act, understand, or simply observe? • Do you feel you already have clarity about it, or are you still exploring? • Is there something you wish you understood better about this topic? • Has anything recently influenced the way you see this topic? • If this topic evolved in a positive direction, what might feel different in your life? … and whatever else naturally emerges. There’s no pressure to share deeply…listening is just as welcome as speaking. ✨ 📌 Practical details 📍 Venue: Le Quai Steffen – Gare de Luxembourg | Restaurant 📅 Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026 ⏰ Time: 15:00 – 17:00 👥 Group size: Up to 12 people ☕ Food & drinks: Everyone orders and pays individually Since the topic invites reflection, the group will stay intentionally small. If you find that you can’t attend, please cancel your spot so someone else can join. If you enjoy authentic connection, gentle humour, openness to different perspectives, and curiosity about others — not just what they do, but how they see the world — you’re very welcome to join. 🫶

What if abundance is not something to chase… but something you learn to allow? In a world that constantly pushes us to do more, achieve more, and strive harder, abundance is often misunderstood as something external. This workshop invites you to explore a different perspective. Abundance Reset is a 3-hour immersive experience designed to help you reconnect with abundance as an internal state — rooted in openness, trust, worthiness, and receptivity. 🧠 What We’ll Explore Through a carefully curated blend of practices, we will gently uncover how subconscious patterns and limiting beliefs may influence what you allow into your life — whether in health, relationships, or success. This is not about “thinking positive.” It’s about creating the inner conditions that make receiving possible. ✨ What You’ll Experience • Practical tools to shift your abundance mindset • Guided reflection and awareness exercises • Breathwork for nervous system regulation • A 1-hour grounding yoga session • Journaling and integration practices 🌱 This Workshop Is For You If… • You feel stuck in cycles of effort without flow • You want to reconnect with yourself beyond daily stress • You’re curious about mindset, inner work, and personal growth • You want more clarity, grounding, and direction 🌟 You May Leave With Clarity • Receptivity • Grounding • Inner Trust Belief Shifts • Clear Next Steps 📍 Practical Details Duration: 3 hours Format: Workshop + Yoga Practice + Integration Level: Open to all (no prior experience needed) (Bring comfortable clothes for movement and a notebook for journaling.) PRICE: 65 Eur 🔑 Final Note Abundance is not always about adding more. Sometimes, it’s about removing what blocks you from receiving what is already available

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

Get ready for a fun night with amazing food, great energy, and even better company! 🥰✨ 🍽️ Portia’s Café — 6:30PM 🛼 Skate Zone 71 — 8:30PM Come join us for delicious vegan food and/or roller skating — it’s totally up to you! Whether you come for the food, the skating, or both… you’re in for a great time 💗 📍 Portia’s Café 4424 Indianola Ave Columbus, OH 43214 📍 Skate Zone 71 4900 Evanswood Dr Columbus, OH 43229

**Let’s catch up and take an afternoon break.** **Grab a coffee or snack and let’s chit chat! Gayle and I will bring adult coloring books and/or a simple craft if you’d like to unwind and relax.😊**

[The Kind Exchange](https://www.facebook.com/events/3087825058070662/) A gathering to share, swap, and connect with like-minded people who care about plant-based living, sustainability, and mindful choices. This is more than a swap — it’s a space to circulate what we already have and meet others in the community. Bring any of the following to share: * **Vegan-related books** (cookbooks, sustainability, mindful living, etc.) * **Plants or cuttings** (optional) Swap for something new-to-you from others. *The more you bring, the more there is to exchange!* Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly- [https://form.jotform.com/260975490897073](https://form.jotform.com/260975490897073?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv4&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVGxJeFRub0FQNmhUcmF3VnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4u9YhVWcSkITKfEn_NajeEUIyxFrXbcaG0HjFHoQn-MCxKlhGlUpFAnsMIzw_aem_vo9QISntFpTtGskmWaVEkQ) Unclaimed books/plants at the end of the event will be donated.

**The idea for this group is to build a community where men can gather together and build connections & learn and grow from each other.** How we start each meeting is by each of us checking in with our "roses and thorns" aka what are the good things and the bad things going on in your life recently? Then we will go into a topic discussion. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS** \*\*THERE WILL BE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FOR NO-SHOWS. IF YOU RSVP TO A MEETING AND FAIL TO SHOW UP WITHOUT NOTICE, YOU'LL BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP. THIS IS TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE GROUP\*\* 1. Confidentiality - EVERYTHING that is shared NEVER leaves this space so that this space remains safe and sacred. There is a zero tolerance policy for this. If a man is in violation of this, they will be permanently removed from the group. 2. Non-Judgement - we respect and honor every man’s truth so that we may receive the same from others. While we may not agree on everything, we commit to respecting every man’s perspectives and engaging in honorable discussion with one another. 3. Be committed - honor your commitment to this group and to yourself. If you attend a meeting, please commit yourself fully to the meeting. Also be committed to your own journey. When we fail, we own it & clean it up. 4. Speak from the heart - this is NOT a space to “look good”, have the “right” answers, and have it all together. Relax and know you are not alone. Be exactly who you are within the safety of this space. 5. Be supportive - This means always willing to provide encouragement to your fellow men, encourage action and momentum in each other’s lives.. Be willing to challenge each other. Be willing to hold each other accountable. 6. Participation - what you receive from this community will be a reflection of what you put into it. Period. We ask that you share your perspectives, reflect on others, and give/receive support when and where it’s needed.

It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.