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Hi there, fellow social media creators, influencers, brands and all people interested in Social Media in Berlin. Welcome to our meetup! We at Social Rising organize regular events for you to connect, learn and grow, not only here but all over the world! We invite you to meet and engage in conversations with like-minded people both locally and in our worldwide community! **First things first!:** * The best way to stay informed about our events is to join our newsletter at [socialrising.com/join](http://socialrising.com/join) * If you're a creator with a significant audience, you will benefit the most from this newsletter at [socialrising.com/join](http://socialrising.com/join) .You will be invited to public and exclusive events, and we will reach out to you with partner and job opportunities. * If you want to help us creating our events: We're looking for 1-2 volunteers per event! Let us know if you're interested through this form: [https://socialrising.com/volunteer](https://socialrising.com/volunteer) \- we'll then reach out if we need you\. **What do participants & speakers think?** "Matteo's meetups are incredible. Every time I come, I meet people who genuinely change my life. He somehow manages to get everyone involved, and the overall vibe is so nice. Can't wait for the next one!" - Dom (tech_wizzdom) "Matteo, thanks for the event yesterday. Its much better than other social media events that I have attended. Good work! So thanks!" Joe (via a Google Review) "What a fantastic group of people! If you are looking to connect with top-shelf digital communicators, Social Rising's meetups are perfect for that."- Oliver Aust - Founder, Investor, Bestselling Author, Podcast Host. "Matteo put on a killer event. Normally events are full of trivial, uncomfortable conversations, but I love Social Rising events, cool people and discussion points, and great locations", Digital Nomad Lifestyle. **Our story** In 2019 we started organizing meetups for creators & influencer in Berlin, and we became big fans of the people we brought together and the topics that were discussed. So we expanded to London early 2020, and as the pandemic started, we became a home for creators worldwide. Now, in 2025, we do our events in multiple cities and countries and are expanding to more and more countries. Wherever we are, influencers & creators connect, learn, and grow. Sometimes creators join us and share insights in lightning talks, and each time we all go home with new, interesting connections! **Virtual events** We have regular virtual meetups. Join your local [meetup](https://socialrising.com/meetup-groups) group or follow our [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/social-rising-virtual-34048034485) organizer dedicated to virtual events. **What is this meetup for?** * Get to know new people in the social media space * Share experiences with like-minded people * Listen to inspiring lightning talks * Brainstorm and share ideas with fellow creators * Motivating each other * Finding opportunities to work together * Discuss how to approach and reach chosen target groups * Sometimes we have a product/brand presenting how they can support you * ... and of course: have a good time and grab a drink together! **Your host** Matteo Savio, CEO of [Social Rising](https://socialrising.com/) & [Digital Ideas](https://digitalideas.io/), hosts the event. As a digital marketer, he is consulting in B2B marketing & sales, and started Social Rising in 2019 as became fascinated by the topics and amazing people that showed up. He's enthusiastic ever since! Connect with him beforehand on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matteosavio/)! **What next?** * Do you have experiences in growing and/or monetizing on Social Media? We'd love you to apply for a lightning talk: [socialrising.com/lightning-talk](http://socialrising.com/lightning-talk) * Are you interested in helping us creating our events? Help out as a volunteer: [socialrising.com/volunteer](http://socialrising.com/volunteer) * Follow us on Instagram and check out event images from past events: [instagram.com/socialrisingevents](http://instagram.com/socialrisingevents) * Especially as a brand or product you might be interested in following us on LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/company/socialrisingevents](http://linkedin.com/company/socialrisingevents) * Does your product bring value to creators? Apply for a product presentation: [socialrising.com/product-presentation](http://socialrising.com/product-presentation) * Join the meetup group closest to you here: [https://socialrising.com/meetup-groups](https://socialrising.com/meetup-groups) See you at the event! Your Social Rising Team

Wie jedes Jahr versammelt sich die Bitcoin-Community in Berlin, um den legendären „Bitcoin Pizza Day“ zu feiern. Die Transaktion von Laszlo Hanyecz gilt als eine der ersten bekannten Zahlungen mit Bitcoin für reale Güter: 10.000 Bitcoin im Austausch gegen zwei große Pizzen. Zur Feier dieses historischen Moments treffen wir uns dieses Jahr im Restaurant Viale dei Tigli. Auch dort werden Bitcoin-Zahlungen akzeptiert und natürlich gibt es Pizza. **Bitte beachtet: Jede Person bezahlt ihr Essen und ihre Getränke selbst vor Ort.** Das Ganze ist als lockeres Get-together ohne feste Agenda gedacht – einfach zusammenkommen, austauschen und gemeinsam Pizza essen. Wir freuen uns über viele Teilnehmer. Da die Plätze begrenzt sind, bitten wir um möglichst verbindliche Zusagen. Vielen Dank.

* SPECIAL 2€ Dark Comedy Meetup d[iscount if you use this link and say "Dark Meetup" at the door](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/dark-comedy-berlin-1667549) * A place for dark comedy and dark humour people! Not for the faint of heart - only the most vile, twisted and demented comedy will be seen! Every week we got a brilliantly twisted headliner for you. This week we will have the amazing Christoph Schmid for you. New Year, but our depressing lives move on. Time to make fun of it. Or end it after the show. Up to you. It's a dark and twisted show by demented people (us) for screwed up people (you)! RULES \- non smoking venue \- trigger warning \- we are trying stuff out so it might get sloppy \- tickets are 5€ up front\, you pay the rest at the door \(cash or via card\) \- show at 8\.30pm Do you enjoy dark jokes!? Is your sense of humour slightly twisted then this one is for you! The Dark Comedy is an OPEN MIC Comedy Show in English \- meant to help comedians test out their more twisted / darker material\. \- we expect that you are not easily offended if you decide to come to this show \- Berlin is the most active comedy scene in continental Europe and it caters to all types of humour including dark\! \- The show will feature comedians trying out tested and new jokes to hone them to the point where they really shock Tickets are: **15€ - What is wrong with me Ticket** \- you can save yourself a seat by paying 5€ up front and then 10€ at the door **13€ - What is wrong with my friends Ticket** \- you pay 3€ up front and only 10€ at the door if you are 4 or more people OR **19€ at the door** (if we have seats left) If you've made it all the way down here, just reserve a seat already. What more do you want from us?! Geez! Also, here are some more shows of ours: [Propaganda Comedy](https://linktr.ee/propagandacomedy "https://linktr.ee/propagandacomedy")

Welcome to "Challenge Accepted," the monthly head-to-head-to-head battle of some of the best improvisers in Berlin! This time, the points are *serious*, with the winner being awarded the coveted the Improv Challenge Cup. Our next show features: Diana Hartstock (The Buckingham, ComedyShorts) Yael Rozanes (ComedyShorts, Naked Flamingos) Ben Southam (GLB, Some Nerve) Expect ridiculous characters, hilarious scenes and funny songs, all made up on the spot! Doors: 19:30, Show: 20:00 Advance tickets: https://www.improvworksberlin.com/shows "A shameless ripoff of Make Some Noise on [Dropout.tv](http://Dropout.tv)" - Sam Reich\* "You should definitely subscribe to [Dropout.tv](http://Dropout.tv)" - Andrew Rae, hoping not to get sued \* not Sam Reich

**A slick hour of standup with professional comedians and the finest spirits and cocktails.** Bar open from 7pm, show seating from 8:30pm, show 9 - 10pm no break. Start your weekend with an hour of undiluted comedy excellence. **produced by and often featuring ANNA BEROS** (AUS) Anna’s a Kiwi born, Melbourne raised, Berlin based full-time independent standup comedian, YouTube host, podcaster and producer. She celebrates life’s struggles with incisive standup and playful audience interaction. Her new standup solo, High Hoe enjoyed a successful full run at the Edinburgh Fringe 2025 and her previous solos, Creampie Curious and Creampie Clarity played at numerous comedy festivals through the UK and Australia in 2023 and 2024. She tours Europe and produces and hosts 5 weekly shows in Berlin. In 2025, she opened for Jeff Arcuri at Admiralspalast, in 2024 for April Macie on US army bases in Germany and for Ian Fidance in Berlin in 2019. She hosts the comedy channel, Ersties Nonsense, has the podcast Adults ONLY Comedy Berlin and has written for Comedy Central DE. "Beros is a full-time standup and her hours on stage are evident in her skill at taking the temperature of the audience and bringing them along with her as she veers into darker material." – The Age, Melbourne Australia [https://www.instagram.com/afberos/](https://www.instagram.com/afberos/) **featured COMEDIANS** updated on instagram stories @adultsonlycomedyberlin [https://www.instagram.com/adultsonlycomedyberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/adultsonlycomedyberlin/) **MEIN FREUND HARVEY** S/U-Yorckstraße, U-Kleistpark, U-Bülowstraße Your new favourite bar in Schöneberg - cosy, friendly and sophisticated with an impressive range of spirits, cocktails (non-alcoholic too) and wines. No beer, so treat yourself. Seasonal bar snacks available. Arrive early to enjoy something special. Non-smoking inside. Seating out front for smoking. Card payment preferred [https://www.instagram.com/meinfreundharveybar/](https://www.instagram.com/meinfreundharveybar/) **Tickets 13€ + booking fee** via https://www.annaberos.com/berlin or via https://comedyneat.eventbrite.de **Please prepurchase your tickets – limited capacity of 22 seats** **Remaining seats may be available at the door 15€ cash or card**

**The Vibe Coding Collective is a global community** helping anyone turn ideas into working software with AI. We host **relaxed social coding jams** and other vibe coding events in bars, cafés, and maker spaces. We started in London and have now launched events in Berlin 🇩🇪, New York 🇺🇸, Edinburgh 🇬🇧, Osaka 🇯🇵, Amsterdam 🇳🇱, and Lisbon 🇵🇹. **Details 🚀** This meetup is a **social coding jam** where we use AI to quickly turn fun ideas into functional prototypes. Whether you’re an experienced developer or have never written a line of code, you’ll fit right in. You can use any AI tools you like: **Google AI Studio, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Replit**, whatever! And see what you can build together before the last orders 🍻 **Format 🛠️** After an opening presentation, we’ll be **teaming up in small groups** (2–3 people). Everyone gets a choice of several open-ended challenges, and then it’s heads-down building with your teammates. The goal is to **vibe, learn from each other, and see where the collaboration takes us.** **New to vibe coding? ✨** No worries! We begin with a simple starter guide with example prompts and tips so even total beginners can dive in without stress. *** **Schedule 🕒** *(Doors open early so we can settle in — aim to arrive by 2:50 PM so we can kick off on time)* * **3:00** – Presentation 🎤 * **3:15** – Assignment + team formation 🤝 * **3:15** – Build together 💻 * **4:40** – Optional demos 📺 * **5:00** – Hang out, network, make friends ✌️ *** **Who is it for?** **Anyone!** Curious coders, tinkerers, designers, artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to explore AI-powered creativity in a fun, social pub setting. **What to bring:** * **Laptop!** 💻 * **Vibes** ⚡ 👉 **No pressure, no gatekeeping.** Just good people, fun ideas, and some fast-paced collaborative building. **Event Information:** * Facilitator: **Poppy Astrini** [linkedin.com/in/poppyastrini](https://linkedin.com/in/poppyastrini?utm_source=luma) * Language is in **Dutch** and **English** * Coffee and tea will be provided **Location 📍** Het Stationshuis, Marcellus Emantspad 1, 2624 VD Delft, Netherlands

Connect with other FLINTA (women, lesbian, non-binary, trans, agender) music producers in Berlin in a supportive and welcoming space. This event is **exclusively for FLINTA** people. Join us: **Friday, May 22** **17–19:00** **House of Music (343 Labs, 2nd floor)** This event is open to anyone who identifies as a **Woman, Lesbian, Inter, Non-binary, Trans, or Agender person** and is looking for a creative space to exchange ideas, receive feedback, or simply listen and feel inspired. **What to expect:** ▸ Share your song ▸ Give constructive feedback ▸ Connect with other music producers ▸ A gentle and supportive space open to every skill level **Keep in mind:** ‣ We kindly ask everyone to **arrive on time** so we can create and maintain a comfortable space for the group ‣ Please bring your song as a link that does not require downloads

**Berlin’s Only Comedy Show That Fixes Your Problems (Kind Of)!** Stand-up comedy meets hilarious, unqualified life advice! Comedians tackle your anonymously submitted problems live on stage—roasting, dissecting, and turning them into comedy gold. **Where?** The hidden Mitte gem —**Art.City.People** in **Heckmann-Höfe!** **When?** Doors: **8:00 PM** \| Show: **8:30 PM** Come for the stand-up, stay for the therapy—just bring your problems (or a friend with worse ones). Every show is a fresh mix of **four experienced comedians and new audience problems**—so you never know what to expect! Hosted by **Lena Stolby** — she’s Russian, so she *really* knows about problems! **&** We are a free entry pay-what-you-want show, and **have been running solely thanks to the support of the audience**, so to help us keep making this world a drama free place we **suggest a contribution of €12-15!** **Seats are limited, so book now!** The room gets very busy, so, to make sure you get a seat please book a seat via Eventbrite here (it’s free): https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/comedy-therapy-events-1626059

**Sun. May 24th at 19:00** **House of Music** **RAW Gelande** **Revalerstr 99,** **10245 Berlin** The event is on the ground floor, by the bar. This is a very large and amazing space that we are now calling home. On May 24th we will be hosting a collaborative event with both the Go Mental Film Festival and Voices with Impact. It will be a night of mental health focused short films that have received funding from Voices with Impact. Grant Director Chris Hyde will be on hand to explain how the funding works and give more information about the organization. There will be an in-depth Q&A that will allow you to understand how you can receive their funding to help make a short film based on the subject of mental health. As fellow film organizations that support both independent film and a great cause we are happy to lend our support to them.

**Join us for a swim at Stadtbad Tiergarten Pool (near Hauptbahnhof)!** Hey everyone, We are doing a casual non-professional swim. It's an indoor heated (+26°C) pool, and I'd love for you to join us! We'll be gathering for a casual chill 30-minute swim. No need to race or compete, just enjoy the water and calm after completing the swim. Afterwards we go to a nearby café for coffees and chat, but no pressure to stick around - totally optional! **Bring** * swimsuit * towel * 1 Euro coin (for a locker) * ticket (5.50€, buy online or on site) **Where** In the entrance hall inside the pool.

Let's have a "Portray and Be Portrayed" outside of **Internationales Congress Centrum (ICC)** to enrich our portraits with futuristic, high-tech urban backdrops and mood! During this event, you'll experience both sides of the lens: **being a photographer and a model**. ➔ Please only join if you're comfortable being photographed by other participants! * We will rotate roles so there is **only one active model** at a time. * You'll work in small groups of 3–5 people * This format is inspired by our successful TFP (Time for Photos) sessions. Check out the reel from our first "Portray and Be Portrayed" event: 🔗 [View Reel](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEXHaLhKFXc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link) Our group-TFP event that took place outside of ICC: [🔗 View Reel](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-GhcSGK6Me/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D) 📅 **Itinerary** **12:00 -** Meet in the designated spots near ICC. We’ll assign groups for P&BP, and the photography session will kick off. As a group, you’ll have full autonomy to coordinate. **15:00 -** We will meet back at the starting spot. We might go somewhere together afterwards to discuss the day’s photos, share photography tips, and chat casually in smaller groups. **Payment:** This event is free of charge. **Regulars** can join this event regardless of their position in the queue. 📸 **Photography session requirements** * **Bring a dedicated camera (mobile phones won’t suffice). *Want to join without a proper camera? Please send me a DM first!*** * **Have at least a basic understanding of portrait photography**. **🤝 Photo Sharing & Community Guidelines** To ensure a great experience for everyone, we ask all participants to agree to the following: * **Public Social Media:** If you want to post photos to Instagram (or other public media), you **must** get mutual permission from the other party (photographer/model) first * Share your favorite photos in our Discord and WhatsApp group (we might repost your best photos - you will be fully credited/invited to collaboration) * **Give Credit:** All public posts must tag the author, the model, **@the_isoclub**, and **@_portraitscenter**. * *Tip:* We highly recommend using [PicFlow](https://picflow.com/) to easily select and finalize photos that work for both parties! **📍 Location & links** * **Meeting Point:** an entrance to [ICC](https://maps.app.goo.gl/vzsm8hyWtDF5uTpA7) *(Keep an eye on the chat in case of slight adjustments!)* * **Lunch:** Details provided on the day! * **Our Instagrams:** [@the_isoclub](https://www.instagram.com/the_isoclub) \| [@_portraitscenter](https://www.instagram.com/_portraitscenter)

Meetup -> Teamup -> Startup After or FirstFriday Meetup we connect Entrepreneurs in our OpenSpace format. How it works: In this high-energy "unconference" format, there are no pre-set speakers. Instead we introduce ourselfs and share our challenges to find together solutions or present our pitchdecks to get valuable feedback. Join us in our next inspiring session. Entrance is free. Please bring some snacks instead. ***

**Relax. Connect. Create. ☕** After a full week of work, meetings, study sessions and life in fast-forward, it’s time to slow down. Join us this Saturday afternoon in Berlin for a relaxed coffee hang-out where this week's agenda is good company & warm drinks. You're also invited to bring some boardgames, drawing/coloring materials (I will bring an adult coloring book) **What’s the plan?** We’ll meet in a cosy spot, draw, chat about everything and nothing, swap stories and simply enjoy the moment. No pressure. No formalities. Just a bunch of friendly people sharing a Saturday coffee. **Who’s welcome?** Everyone! Whether you’re a Berliner born and raised, newly arrived in the city, from Germany or abroad, if you like meeting open-minded folks and spending some relaxed time—come join us. **When & how?** Saturday afternoon. Detailed time and place in our Telegram group. ➡️ Join us on Telegram: [https://t.me/berlinsaturdaycoffee](https://t.me/berlinsaturdaycoffee) Hop in, say hello, and we’ll share the final details. **Why join?** *Because you deserve a break. - Because you enjoy being creative. *Because you enjoy boardgames - Because meeting new people sparks fresh energy. *Because coffee tastes even better when shared. - Because Saturday afternoons were made for this. Respect and Safety: There is always at least one organizer present at every meetup. If you ever feel unsafe or bothered by someone’s behavior, you can reach out to an organizer privately. Your identity will remain confidential, your concern will be taken seriously, and no inappropriate behavior is tolerated — anyone making others feel uncomfortable will be removed from the group immediately. We hope to see you there. Bring yourself, your smile, drawing materials, your stories—or just your comfy self. Let’s make Saturday a little more laid-back, a little more social and a lot more nice. See you soon! —Your Saturday Creative Coffee Crew ☕

Curious what we do? Check our [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/filmmakersandmovienerds/) ♥️ Would you like to meet some like-minded filmmakers? Start a project? Or do you need help with a movie you are currently working on? Are you new in the city and you'd like to meet people tinkering with movies? **Then you should join us!** We meet every Sunday. It’s important to us that we get to know each other in person. To create a community of connected people, work, learn and grow together. For film making you need a crew of reliable people with a positive can-do-attitude. This is the place to find them. Together, we will talk about these topics: * What you are currently working on * What you need help with * What would you like to help with * What you you would like to learn This is event is great for: * filmmakers * movie nerds * writers * camera operators * editors * actors * sound recorders * composers * gaffers * producers We are limiting the amount of people, so we can have a structured introduction and discussion. After that we get together loosely with some drinks and chats. And then we mostly go for dinner with a couple of us. **Important information**: *To sustain and grow this amazing community, we started a member contribution that is due every month. The money we collect is used solely for the purpose of the community. Of course you can come once or twice without contributing to check us out!*

PLEASE NOTE!!! This event will be In-Person for our very 1st Improving collab! If you know the [Columbus Unity group](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-unity-user-group/) location, we'll be at the same place. This is our 1st event and are doing a soft launch with limited attendance. 1st come 1st serve. If you want to be there and we fill up, please email me at [info@thecogg.com](mailto:info@thecogg.com) and I'll be in touch. All street parking is free on Sundays but you can also pay to park in any of the local garages. See image of [parking map here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mr9_LFIggbs-0_Zd3AJTGNqEhgMf2TzQ/view?usp=sharing). \-\-\- On the last Sunday of the month, we're having our usual end-of-the-month social gathering with our GameDev Meetup meeting. There will be announcements and presentations followed by some social networking Let's continue the conversations with good vibes and friends. All are welcomed from all ages and backgrounds to this public event. If we can, we'll be streaming or uploading the video later via our COGG YouTube channel here: [https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams) (Also please do subscribe if you have not done so!) No game development experience required! If you are interested in doing a 20 minute game development related presentation, please fill out our form online here: [https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1](https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1) Or e-mail us at info@thecogg.com with the following: Your Name, Company/Affiliation, Name of Your Game/Topic, Description, Tech Needs, and Your Contact. Be sure to check out our Discord for real time news updates: [https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ](https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ)

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you knew Del Close on a personal level, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup** for some fun and games! The idea behind improv is to create entire scenes from scratch based on a suggestion from the audience. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway*, *ComedySportz*, or *Wild 'n Out*; it could also be done to tell stories, like *Middleditch and Schwartz*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and free!) weekly comedy event, brings the games (and occasionally different forms) for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Not only is it a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and make friendships that'll last a lifetime! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "Yes, And" that you'll have fun!

**Welcome to Drunken Philosophy** a casual, curious social discussion **Optional topic for this meetup: What's up with all the AI hate?** A recent survey found that 74% of Americans have a negative view of AI, and I want to know why. Come out and debate whether AI is good or bad. My hot take: a labor-saving tool that could potentially help cure cancer gets called dangerous because it might raise unemployment or cause a speculative investment bubble, that tells you a lot more about capitalism and the economic system we live under than it does about the tool itself. As a computer programmer, I think AI is a wonderful tool that has increased my productivity by at least an order of magnitude. I'd go so far as to say Claude Code is the best tool I have ever used. Debate me and name a better one. Is AI potentially dangerous? Yes, but so are a lot of tools. Chainsaws. Steam engines (early ones would occasionally explode and kill everyone in the room). Do you think cavemen sat around debating whether fire could be used as a weapon or for self-harm, and decided not to discover it? I have two friends who hate AI for opposite reasons: one thinks it's a fad and not useful, and the other thinks it's going to take over everything and cause human extinction. Come out tonight, have a friendly debate, and make some friends. No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it's fun.

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Columbus City Brunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

All levels of Meditators or welcome. In person or on Facebook Live! There will be instructions and inspiration for new inexperienced meditators. The hosts, meditators and Kriya Yoga initiates for over 50 years, are direct disciples of Yogacharya J. Oliver Black one of Paramahansa Yogananda's most advanced male disciples. He is the founder of Golden Lotus, Inc., which owns & operates 'Song of the Morning' an 800 acre Yoga Retreat Northest of Gaylord, MI on the Pigeon River. Paramahansa Yogananda founded Self Realization Fellowship, headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and is the author of the Spritual Classic, 'Autobiography of a Yogi.'

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan