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Christmas Eve will be a cold but partly sunny day. We will meet on the west side of the Pichelsberg S-Bahn station, on the platform, and start the hike from the end point (https://www.komoot.com/tour/2692511554). Please prepare for a rather speedy hike. (Bring comfortable shoes, for example.) We will have a break at Grunewaldturm, but the café/restaurant there will be closed. However, there is an outdoor seating area with benches and tables where we can hopefully sit and enjoy the food we have brought with us. Towards the end of the hike, we will leave the track to visit the Indian restaurant Rasam (Wasgenstraße), where I have made a reservation (to ensure that the restaurant is open on Christmas Eve). If you need to contact other participants during the hike (for example, to find out where to meet us if you are running late), use this WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EwJh4rtVLywHI025XOVsaj . For all other purposes, especially socialising and posting photos, please use the Telegram subgroup 'Event Chat & Photos': https://t.me/addlist/KAOk2PA4BDE0ZTY8 . The hike will take place if at least 6 people sign up. As long as there are more than 6 people, you can sign up and cancel as many times as you like. If there are 6 or less people, please avoid cancelling, as this might make the other participants feel insecure about whether the hike will take place (or whether there is something wrong with the hike and they should cancel as well --> [Matthew effect - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_effect)). If there are less than 6 participants, the hike will also take place unless the majority of the participants are in favor of canceling the hike.

Playful hike #66 **Invitation to the Telegram community. ALL COMMUNICATION for this Event** will be done **in the Event Chat&Photos** subchannel. **Mute/Unmute** your notifications for **each subchannel to your preference:** [https://t.me/+8-_rnJBuabBkNjI0](https://t.me/+8-_rnJBuabBkNjI0) **Pace:** Fast, 5+ km/h. **Transport Tickets: DeutschlandTicket or 5,80 euros to go, then ABC ticket to return**. **Bring:** **Food and water** for the duration of the event, appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather, and any optionals you want (**sun protection**, **towel/swimsuit,** **hat,** **mosquito spray**...**).** **Extra:** We play games and make a fool of ourselves sometimes. Be ready to join in :D **Please keep updating your RSVP** (Assist/Won't Assist) **as your availability changes. I might deny participation in future events for no-shows.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **The Plan:** [Komoot Route](https://www.komoot.com/tour/2723230986?share_token=aEwAa5IDrix4B87AWSKXiovPZe39q093Yx2zTxbJxLOZrJcTxB&ref=wtd) We are taking the fast RB12 to Nassenheide in the north of Berlin, to have a pleasant hike together on the cusp of Christmas, and go through a free entrance animal reserve where we should be able to see arctic wolves, moose, goats and other animals. Here is more information about the place: [Hohenbruch Wildlife Park](https://www.kremmen.de/verzeichnis/objekt.php?mandat=214135) After spending some time looking and possibly feeding some animals (I understand you can pay for some feed to give some of them, or for yourself if you are feeling hungry and animalistic), we will head to Oranienburg. We will pass by the exterior of the Oranienburg Palace and then either stop to take something to drink/snack or head to the station and back to Berlin. I am uncertain on return time, but Oranienburg has some regional trains and also the S1 every 20 minutes. **We aim to be already there by dark.** For this reason, **we will walk briskly**. See you there! :) \-\-\- **Transport:** [We are taking the ](https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=f4326599-d3b7-476a-85ca-37eabb442c2f)**[RB12](https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=f4326599-d3b7-476a-85ca-37eabb442c2f)**[ from ](https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=f4326599-d3b7-476a-85ca-37eabb442c2f)**[Ostkreuz](https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=f4326599-d3b7-476a-85ca-37eabb442c2f)**[ at ](https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=f4326599-d3b7-476a-85ca-37eabb442c2f)**[09:48](https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=f4326599-d3b7-476a-85ca-37eabb442c2f)**[ ](https://int.bahn.de/en/buchung/start?vbid=f4326599-d3b7-476a-85ca-37eabb442c2f)and stop at **Nassenheide** at **10:30** to start the walk. Feel free to make it there on time some other way if its more convenient for you. **Disclaimers:** \- Participation is under your own responsibility\, the organizers are not liable for damages or losses\. \- Some pictures/video might be taken and displayed publicly for the purposes of promotion of the group\. Please request their removal or modification if relevant\.

It seems that December 24th is going to be a sunny day, so let's walk through the grassy grounds around Hobrechtsfelde! The land around Hobrechtsfelde was used for more than 100 years for the - nowadays weirdly sounding - combination of septic drainage and agriculture. These times are gone now and the area have been renaturated and is used now for various ecological projects. On the dry grassy grounds scattered with bushes and trees, cattle and Konik horses are roaming. Through gates, it is possible for visitors to walk through these areas. A bit to the north is the Schönower Heide. This area was once used as military training ground and is marked by the very sandy ground which only allows sparse vegetation. We'll meet on Wednesday at 12:08 at the S-Bahn station Zepernick on the S2 line. From there ... * ... we'll walk through to village Hobrechtsfelde * walk a round though the surrounding area and cross the meadows and possibly meet some animals * walk through the Schönower Heide We will finish our hike at the S-Bahn station Karow which is also on the S2 line. The hike will be about 16 km long. The area has many things to see and discover, so its also possible to slightly deviate from the route and browse a bit. Important things to note: * This is an easy hike with a relatively long distance. Thus, you should wear suitable shoes. Expect some muddy and wet and possibly icy grounds. * You are all responsible for yourself. None of us is mountain guide or something like that. * There won't be too many Späties along the route, so have enough water and food with you. * Please note that the number of participants is limited, because at a certain size a group gets virtually unmanageable. As the demand may be higher than the number of available spots, please be fair and only RSVP if you are sure that you can make it. If you learn later that you cannot take part, please update your RSVP accordingly.

***Journey to the far reaches of beautiful Finland in Winter to witness one of the most spellbinding phenomena in the natural world by night.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?** **For more detailed info & to get entry for this trip, click on link below 👇🏽:** [https://Finland-xmas-nl2025.eventbrite.de/?aff=meetup](https://Finland-xmas-nl2025.eventbrite.de/?aff=meetup) **If you have WhatsApp, please do join this WhatsApp group below to further discuss about this trip:** [https://go.unt.global/Aurora_Europe_Trips](https://go.unt.global/Aurora_Europe_Trips) **Note: Flights inclusive price can be provided on request from any European city, so you can either join the Whatsapp group to further discuss this or post a comment here in order to get more details on it.** **WHY GO?** **Celebrate Christmas in Finnish Lapland** 🎄✨ Step into a real-life winter wonderland this December as Finnish Lapland transforms into a snowy fairytale. Imagine gliding through frozen forests on a husky sled, racing across sparkling trails on a snowmobile, and gazing up at the sky as the Northern Lights paint their magical colors above you. With long polar nights, December offers some of the best chances to witness this breathtaking natural spectacle. The **Aurora Borealis**, or Northern Lights, has inspired wonder for thousands of years—appearing in ancient cave paintings and living on in legends across cultures. Here in Lapland, you’ll have the chance to experience it in one of the world’s most enchanting settings. Christmas in Lapland is also about traditions and warmth. Discover Sami culture at reindeer farms, explore local handicrafts, and embrace the spirit of the Arctic people. And of course, no Christmas trip is complete without a visit to **Rovaniemi—the official hometown of Santa Claus**. From festive markets to the Santa Claus Village, the holiday charm here is unforgettable. Please do join our Whatsapp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [Whatsapp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

Let's run! Our run starts at 19:00, and takes about 1 hour depending on the route and group. Please try to arrive at the start on time! Our pace is typically 5:10 to 5:40 min/km, but there are plenty of crossings to catch up to the group. We will go every week, also in winter! Even if nobody appears to go, there are usually a few runners there without signing up. Here are the route options we did a couple of times now, we usually discuss which one to do before we start: 9K: https://onthegomap.com/s/gtb3eim5 (*more Spree*) 10K: https://onthegomap.com/s/lqlph997 (*more Tiergarten*) 10K: https://onthegomap.com/s/rjhqh51f (*more Park am Nordbahnhof*) 10K: https://onthegomap.com/s/g6a27mgr (*more Humboldthain / Panke*) 11K: https://onthegomap.com/s/ii3l1h0d (*more Panke, Mauerpark*) The routes MAY be slightly different due to construction works! Depending on the opinion of people joining and the weather, we'll decide on the spot and do between 9K and 11K and may experiment with (other) routes/extensions :-) We typically do some stair running at the Bundestagsbibliothek, if the route passes by there, about 2K before the finish, which is really nice to get rid of any excess energy you might have. The stair running is optional, you can take a short rest as well. Usually there are a few fast people pulling ahead, but don't worry, you won't be left behind, and we all meet at the stairs again :) Occasionally we may go for a drink after the run at the Castle across the street from the start/finish and claim a table in the garden if the weather is nice (late spring, summer, early autumn). If you are interested in that, bring some money. They do take cards as well. We do NOT have a place to store your bag(s)/clothes, but some people reported success by asking in the Castle... Let's gooooo! 🏃🏃🏃

**Yoga for queer men\* // Intermediate Level** with **Merdan Akbayir or Lucas Desmurs** for **GBTQ men\*** **[Book a Ticket](https://wearevillage.org/en/calendar/)** **Member: 10 €** **Regular: 15 €** 🔵 Join us for a dynamic yoga session designed specifically for queer men with some prior experience. In this supportive and motivating environment, deepen your practice through challenging flows that enhance strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Embrace diversity and queerness while connecting with others in a space where you can truly be yourself. Celebrate your uniqueness and foster a sense of community in a session that honors who you are. Come and connect in a space where you can truly be yourself. **General Information** * **Level: Intermediate (some prior Experience with yoga is recommended)** * Wear comfortable clothes. * We’ll speak English and/or German, depending on the needs of the group. * For members, this counts as one of the two free events per month. * **Become a member**: As a member, you not only support our project, but you also get free access to two events every month. More information **[here](https://wearevillage.org/en/produkt-kategorie/memberships-en-2/)**. 🔵 **Queer Yoga für Männer / Fortgeschrittenes Niveau\*** Nimm an einer dynamischen Yoga-Session teil, die speziell für queere Männer mit etwas Erfahrung gedacht ist. In dieser unterstützenden und motivierenden Umgebung kannst du deine Praxis vertiefen, indem du an herausfordernden Flows arbeitest, die Kraft, Flexibilität und Achtsamkeit fördern. Erlebe Vielfalt und Queerness, während du dich mit anderen in einem Raum verbindest, in dem du ganz du selbst sein kannst. Komm und finde Community in einem Raum, in dem du wirklich du selbst sein kannst. **Hinweise** * **Niveau: Mittelstufe (etwas Vorerfahrung mit Yoga wird empfohlen)** * Trage bequeme Kleidungen. * Je nach Bedürfnissen der Gruppe werden wir Deutsch und/oder Englisch sprechen. * Diese Veranstaltung zählt zu den zwei kostenfreien Veranstaltungen pro Monat für Mitglieder. * **Member werden**: Als Mitglied unterstützt du nicht nur unser Projekt, sondern du erhältst gleichzeitig monatlich Zugang zu zwei kostenfreien Veranstaltungen. Mehr Infos **[hier](https://wearevillage.org/produkt-kategorie/mitgliedschaften/)**.

**REGISTER FOR THE EVENT BY DOWNLOADING THE [WEMEET APP HERE.](wemeet.weroad.com/event/23f51234-984f-4a6f-97af-1340f7dc27d3)** **Post-Christmas Winter Walk ❄️** Too much food, too many sweets? You’re **comfortably full and happy**, but could use some fresh air — nothing intense, just easy movement. Perfect. Join us for a relaxed **winter walk starting at Neptune Fountain, passing through the historic Nikolaiviertel and following the Spree River**. A calm afternoon with fresh air, light conversations and new connections. ✨ **Why join?** – Gentle movement after the holidays – Fresh air instead of staying indoors – Meet new people in a low-key, natural way – A scenic winter route through one of the city’s most charming areas 🚶 Easy walk, suitable for everyone 📍 Route: **approx. 4.5 km** ⏰ Duration: around **1–1.5 hours** A relaxed plan for anyone who feels like getting outside and moving a little after Christmas

Hey, Sonntag ist es wieder so weit. Wir gehen am Lietzensee spazieren, bilden Zweiergruppen und wechseln uns ab. Treffpunkt: VOR dem Restaurant Rocco. Wer möchte, geht danach noch ins Café, um die vorangehenden Gespräche zu vertiefen. Ihr könnt euch danach connecten wie ihr möchtet. Freuen uns auf eine nette Truppe. Hinweis: unsere Walk & Talk Events finden auf Deutsch statt.

**English Comedy Special that will finally make you delete the dating apps - because there's no hope! Featuring 4 headliner level comedians!** Please sign up at [eastwestcomedy.com](eastwestcomedy.com) in addition to RSVP here to guarantee seating **Line-up: TBA** !! Our Saturday shows have been SOLD OUT almost every time, so PLEASE book online and don't take chances ;) !! **Neukolln's favorite (by popular vote) comedy club East-West Comedy presents the new, topical show all about love & dating f\*ckups! In Berlin, you don't know who to hate the most: emotionally dead weirdos you meet online, people who refuse to pay the asking price for your feet pictures on OnlyFans, or the smug, preachy couples they form when they find each other. Is there any actual hope? Nah. But there are funny stories to tell to your closest friends (or to a room full of drunk strangers for money). 4 experienced comedians from USA, UK, Europe, Asia and more, will possibly kill your last remnants of hope - but promise you'll have helluva fun in the process.** Google rating: 5.0 / 5.0 ★★★★★ “Laughed a lot, will come again for sure” Oliver, UK ★★★★★ “A cozy place with high quality live comedy!” Joanna, Hong Kong ★★★★★ “Great comedy show, talented comics and very nice atmosphere” Mariia, Ukraine ★★★★★ “Comedians were good, beer was good, ambiance was super nice!” Gaelle, Lebanon ★★★★★ “The humour hit us right on the spot!” Eve, China ★★★★★ “Perfect evening of laughter” Igor, Croatia ★★★★★ “Cozy stand-up venue with hilarious international artists and audience!” Elvira, Russia ★★★★★ “Great new shows at one of Berlin’s coolest venues!” James, USA Doors: 7:30 PM Show:8:00 PM Entry: Pay What You Want\* (seat reservation required): you reserve your seat for free, and Pay What You Want at the end of the show, depending on how much you think the show is worth (recommended fee: €10-15). Reservations expire 10 minutes before the start of the show. \*It is not within our principles to promote a show as "Free Entry" and ask for a "not-so-voluntary" donation at the end. This show is paid - we just let you decide the price ;)

As the year draws to a close, join us on a reflective pilgrimage hike along the scenic Havel River to Potsdam. This 15 km route is not just a walk through history but a journey inward as we explore themes of closure and renewal. 📅 **Date & Time** * Date: Saturday, 27 December 2025 * Start: 10:00 am at Wannsee S-Bahn Station (Travel via RE1, S1, or S7) * Finish: approx. 4:00 pm at Potsdam Hauptbahnhof (Return via RE1 or S7) 🗺️ **Route & Highlights** * Komoot tour: [https://www.komoot.com/de-de/tour/1995532602](https://www.komoot.com/de-de/tour/1995532602) * Walking along the Havel River and through Düppeler Forst * Historical sites: House of the Wannsee Conference, Glienicke Bridge, Babelsberg Palace **🤔 Why this hike?** The period between Christmas and New Year can feel overwhelming for many – filled with pressure to reflect and plan ambitious resolutions. This hike is an opportunity to let go of the expectations. As we walk, we’ll explore ways to release stress, embrace the present moment, and approach the new year with a sense of purpose and serenity. **🔔 What to know & bring** * We walk at a steady, moderate pace, with breaks and care for one another. * It’s winter, dress for the season and the weather. Important: hiking or running shoes, warm layered clothing, hat and gloves. * Bring enough food and water for the whole day, as we won’t stop anywhere to buy snacks or drinks. A thermos with hot tea or coffee is highly recommended! * Don’t forget your public transport ticket for the way there and back. * Bring your pilgrim passport. There may be opportunities to collect stamps along the route. **🌊 Optional Ice Bath Experience:** At a riverside beach along our path, we will pause for a symbolic ice bath (completely optional). This tradition represents cleansing, renewal, and a fresh start for the new year. If you’d like to participate, please bring swimwear, a towel, and warm clothes to change into. 📩 **Questions & Registration** Reach out any time for more details or help with your travel plans. You’re also welcome to join our WhatsApp group, where we share updates and photos from the trail. Feel free to contact Pilgrimage Guide Alexander via WhatsApp message (01575 – 7652601) or email (alexander.steinfeldt@outlook.com). **Waitlist = You're in! 😊** Currently, only 10 members can officially register on Meetup (due to the restrictions of the free version). However, you’re welcome to join the hike by joining the Whatsapp group for this event (Message me directly to confirm your participation and get the link for the Whatsapp group).

Meet up and join us this Saturday! Whether you're a long-time resident or just travelling through, come and meet new people to have fun, make new friends and enjoy your Saturday evening in a safe and welcoming environment at one of Berlins fantastic bars (and then there's always people who want to go to a club afterwards). This week we're heading for the first time to the fantabulous **Tabula Rasa** (see link to location). We always have several organisers there (male and female), so come say hello to us! We care to make sure that everyones enjoys themselves and we have **no tolerance for bad behaviour or creepiness.** **Follow us on Insta:** @siphappens.berlin **Join us on Telegram:** t.me/siphappens_berlin **👉 Other important notes:** \- 🍸 The locations we visit are bars and clubs\, they are businesses and we are able to keep these events free ONLY if people buy drinks\. Please respect the locations and the event by making purchases \- 🦹‍♂️ Remember to keep an eye on your belongings and prioritize your own well\-being\. We are not responsible for any lost items or personal issues\. \- 📷 By attending our events\, you consent to being photographed or filmed\. Photos and videos taken during the events may be shared on our social media\. If you do not wish to appear in the photos or if you appear in a photo that we post that you would like removed\, please send us a private message as soon as possible on Instagram \(@siphappens\.berlin\)

Silent Book Club is a group of book lovers who enjoy reading together in public. All books and all readers are welcome. (Kindly RSVP 'yes' only if you can make it, so we can save a seat for you and our fellow readers on the waitlist!) This page-turning party will unfold in the Café (1st floor) at the Bode Museum. There's no entrance fee, but please order at least one item from the cafe and don't bring any outside drinks :) No quizzes, no pressure, no assigned books - just a group of book-loving souls basking in the beauty of silent reading. **Our thrilling agenda:** 10:30 am - 11:00 am - Arrivals, ordering drinks/food (social time) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - The Great Quiet Reading Hour (where silence is the star) 12:00 pm - 13:00 pm - Optional socializing, share your reading adventures or just keep exploring the pages Stay for lunch, and who knows? You might just find your next favorite book over a pizza. NB: If you plan to go for lunch, please consider bringing cash, as some restaurants only accept card payments after a certain amount.

Do you want more motivation and confidence to build Lasting Relationships? This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Are you burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival, while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? 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: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in 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 class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.

First Sundays are free admission at Franklin Park Conservatory. Sunday, January 4th, is also the last day The Palm House will be open before renovations begin. Let’s meet, enjoy a respite from January weather, and wander the gardens. Free neanthe bella palms are available to guests, beginning at 10am, while supplies last. Afterwards, we can visit the nearby East Market (212 Kelton Avenue).

Join us for this free, in person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Do you want more motivation and confidence to build lasting relationships? Are you burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival, while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? 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: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [5 Bean Coffee](https://5beancoffee.com/)!

Join us as we get together for an Oscar Watch film that’s also one of the year’s best: MARTY SUPREME! Timothee Chalamet delivers a “career-best performance” in this film that follows a young man with a dream no one respects, who goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. Marty Supreme has already been named a Top 10 Film of the Year by IndieWire, Vulture, the BBC, Entertainment Weekly, Vanity Fair, the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute and is well on its way to being one of the most nominated films at this year’s Oscars! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: This ping pong drama is set in New York City during the 1950s where table tennis star Marty goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. It is loosely based on the life of famed table tennis player Marty Reisman. The film is directed (and co-written) by Josh Safdie and stars Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A'zion, Kevin O'Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara and Fran Drescher. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYSHiII4D-Y EARLY BUZZ & REVIEWS: The film premiered to “overwhelmingly positive” reviews at this year’s New York Film Festival! Timothee Chalamet immediately shot to the top of the Best Actor race with a “career best performance” in a film described as an “awe inspiring cinematic tour-de-force!” Others call it, “an absolute blast of adrenaline” and a “pure delight,” “that soars from start to finish!” The film is earning a Certified Fresh 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where Variety calls it, “one of the year’s few masterpieces!” Slash Film declares, “This is unquestionably the best performance of Timothée Chalamet's career, and Marty Supreme is one of the best movies of the year. I can't wait to watch it again!” PLAN: For MARTY SUPREME at the Drexel, please purchase your ticket for the 3:30pm showing and we’ll meet in the lobby area between 3:10 and 3:20pm! Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but be sure to mention you’re with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts! Buzz and excitement for the film are off the charts and (aside from a pair of great international films), this will be our last major Oscar Watch film of the season! BRUNCH BEFORE THE SHOW: We'll plan for Brunch before the show at the Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall, located a short distance away. Movie is open as long as tickets are available. Seating is limited so separate RSVP required for the Brunch portion of this event. BRUNCH BEFORE THE SHOW: We'll plan for Brunch before the show at the Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall, located a short distance away. Movie is open as long as tickets are available. Seating is limited so separate RSVP required for the Brunch portion of this event. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. If the weather cooperates we will be meeting in the patio. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."