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ENG (in Swedish below) **WHEN:** Group 1 (advanced): 12.1, 2.2, 2.3, 30.3, and 4.5 Group 2 (beginners): 19.1, 9.2, 9.3, 13.4, and 11.5 at 18:00 - 19:30 **WHERE:** Luckan, Georgsgatan 27, Helsingfors **HOW: The event is free of charge. Register here:** **[https://forms.gle/ai8BituyMyAkrLqq7](https://forms.gle/ai8BituyMyAkrLqq7?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEweVp1TEZkZFRvQlp5Rlh4T3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6sqzrrkBsE2DCnr_BRfH8GyxFagtgH_S_BlsbV-3uXQX059a7_x4-O3Ke3kg_aem_o5saCgVhaeN1ulJWs2jrFg)** Are you eager to practice your Swedish? Do you have an interest in literature? Join our Book Club in Easy Swedish to practice your Swedish and explore literature. Engage in lively discussions, read easy Swedish literature, and boost your language skills. Language Cafe Experience: Our book club is designed as a language cafe, where literature takes center stage. It's a relaxed and welcoming environment, perfect for individuals of all language levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, you'll find inspiration, encouragement, and a place to enhance your language skills through engaging conversations. This study year, two researchers from Helsinki University will be shadowing the groups. The research is focusing on how texts in easy Swedish help participants learn the language. Flexible Attendance: No need to attend every session. Feel free to join us when you can, and each gathering will be a unique experience. *** SWE **NÄR:** Måndagar 12.1, 2.2, 2.3, 30.3 & 4.5 (mera avancerad) Måndagar 19.1, 9.2, 9.3, 13.4 & 11.5 (lätt) kl. 18:00 - 19:30 **VAR:** Luckan, Georgsgatan 27, Helsingfors **HUR: Gratis, men anmälan krävs. Registreringslänken [https://forms.gle/ai8BituyMyAkrLqq7](https://forms.gle/ai8BituyMyAkrLqq7?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEweVp1TEZkZFRvQlp5Rlh4T3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6H8tpFly0f644p5Mh4Cs6iTMHugdHz8HfiDodDueXq_r-7LHl-iLWwXzAgKg_aem_wlC7gMiEcPjWTTEgFDu1Hw)** Vill du öva din svenska? Har du ett intresse för litteratur? Gå med i vår bokklubb på lättläst svenska för att öva dina kunskaper i svenska och utforska litteratur. Delta i livliga diskussioner, läs lättläst svensk litteratur och förbättra dina språkkunskaper. Träffa andra som också lär sig svenska för att dela tankar, ställa frågor och ha meningsfulla diskussioner. Bokklubben är utformad som ett språkcafé, där litteraturen står i fokus. Det är en avslappnad och välkomnande miljö som passar individer på alla språknivåer. Oavsett om du är nybörjare eller mer avancerad användare, hittar du inspiration, uppmuntran och en plats där du kan förbättra dina språkkunskaper genom engagerande samtal. Det här studieåret har vi två forskare från Helsingfors universitet som skuggar grupperna. Deras forskning fokuserar på hur lättlästa texter hjälper deltagarna att lära sig svenska. Man behöver inte delta i varje träff. Kom gärna med när det passar dig.

**Haluatko oppia puhumaan selkeämmin, itsevarmemmin – ja vähän vähemmällä jännityksellä?** **Stadin Sanasepät** on suomenkielinen puhe- ja esiintymistaitojen treenikenttä, jossa opitaan puhumalla – ei istumalla passiivisena luennoilla. Meillä esiintytään, mokaillaan, pitchataan ja kehitytään turvallisessa ja kannustavassa ilmapiirissä. Tämä on hyvä paikka, jos haluat esimerkiksi: – saada itsevarmuutta esiintymiseen – sanoittaa omaa ajatustasi napakammin – treenata tulevaa työpaikan esitystä varten – kehittyä palautteen antajana (ja vastaanottajana!) – tai vaan oppia puhumaan ihmisille niin, että ne kuuntelee Saat oman mentorin, pääsyn kansainväliseen Toastmasters-materiaaliin – ja ennen kaikkea porukan, joka tsemppaa ja kulkee mukana. Vieraileminen on maksutonta eikä ennakkoilmoittautumista tarvita. Tule testaamaan, miltä tuntuu puhua yleisön edessä. Ei tarvitse olla valmis – kunhan haluat oppia.

Join us for the Cafe Lingua Mondays. We have hosted official events at Kallio Bar - Hämeentie 12. Event 800 is on 22nd September! Registration is at - [https://stafftribes.com/events](https://cafelingua.smartfrends.com/events) \-\-\-\- I have negotiated amazing discounts on drinks every Monday!! Brooklyn Beer - 6 types to try!! Inc. 0% option * Brooklyn Beer bottle 5€ <---- norm. 7.90€ * Blanc Rosé normally 5€ <---- 8€ * Karhu tap beer just 3€ <----- norm. 6,50€ per bottle.= more than 50% cheaper! WOW Wow Wow!! :) Just show your registration for the current event on [https://cafelingua.smartfrends.com/events](https://cafelingua.smartfrends.com/events) Make your preferred languages profile there and let the Smart Match Engine help you connect before, during, and after the event. Connect with me - [https://cafelingua.smartfrends.com/members/Paul](https://cafelingua.smartfrends.com/members/Paul) \- you can also then more easily find ACTIVE members who also want to do a 1 to 1 language exchange for example \- yay\. That's never worked in our Facebook group\. boo\. Thank you, Kallio Bar, Brooklyn Beer & Tribe Networks Oy! <3 \-\-\-\- We had an amazing group of people and a growing number of volunteer language hosts: Spanish, English, Russian, and Persian. Check out the pictures from last week on ur socials. Want to be a Language Host? FREE Brooklyn beer per event you help. Let's talk on Monday. \-\-\-\- This is a FREE event and not for profit :) Want to help or volunteer? Start by sharing the event on your social media and then send us a screenshot - after we will send you a link for our Ambassadors Tribe. Ambassadors will: 1\. be invited to an exclusive monthly VIP event and 2\. get discounts on other events we organize 3\. you will be one of the Cage Lingua Heroes \- helping us to connect humanity\! 4\. Meet other cool people \- be the center of the network\. So far we have helped over 100 000 Foreigners and Finns to connect! \-\-\-\-\- Our Cafe Lingua Monday events are sponsored by: Brooklyn Beer Aperol Spritz Kallio Bar (It's a new bar so not on the maps yet.) & Tribe Networks Oy Looking forward to seeing you there! ## Paul & Marja-LiisaCafe Lingua Co-Founders 2005044 0255 844Let's connect --> [https://stafftribes.com/members/Paul](https://stafftribes.com/members/Paul) or follow me on LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tribenetworks/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tribenetworks/)[https://cafelingua.smartfrends.com/events](https://cafelingua.smartfrends.com/events)[[TribeNetworks.ai](http://tribenetworks.ai/)]([http://tribenetworks.ai/](http://tribenetworks.ai/)) Want to intern with us? We have helped over 500 graduates on their career journey! We were voted best service to the city by Helsinki Sanomat readers --> [https://stafftribes.com/inthemedia](https://stafftribes.com/inthemedia) ## Get experience on real lifestyle-type projects, have fun, no stress, and build your network. Find out more: [https://startupintern.mystrikingly.com/](https://startupintern.mystrikingly.com/) Are you an Event Expert for hire? Add your profile for free at [https://experts.spiritofmycity.com/](https://experts.spiritofmycity.com/) ## We do lots of pro bono projects. One of our biggest examples is the Refugee Action Tank - check [https://react.mystrikingly.com/](https://react.mystrikingly.com/) to learn more. If you have some ideas on how we could collaborate get in touch. Join our other communities: [[StaffTribes.com](http://stafftribes.com/)]([http://stafftribes.com/](http://stafftribes.com/)) for professional networking via sports and events. [[SportsNetwork.fi](http://sportsnetwork.fi/)]([http://sportsnetwork.fi/](http://sportsnetwork.fi/)) to find new active friends or organize healthy/sporty activities 25x better than WhatsApp / messaging tools. Do you have a community at your workplace or uni? Do you want to get your colleagues off their screens and apps, get active together, and get to know each other better? Get in touch for a demo. We make our products branded in your image for your own private network. Fantastic for events, and team building and at the same time helps reduce screentime significantly. Follow us on [https://www.instagram.com/cafelingua.ai/](https://www.instagram.com/cafelingua.ai/) and follow our main sponsor company [https://www.instagram.com/tribenetworks.ai/](https://www.instagram.com/tribenetworks.ai/) See you in person soon! Paul 044 0255 844 ps: last week we had 25 guests, registration is NOT no meetup so don't worry how many people are signed up here. tho it helps the event if you sign up here, like, and share. More people = more language options and more fun for everyone

Seeing clearly does not automatically end unuseful habits, emotional or ways of thinking that create distress. It changes how we meet them. In this session, we explore why insight alone is not enough and how practice continues in the midst of these patterns and how to have a new relationship with it. This offers a mature and grounded understanding of the path. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Join a weekly Zen meditation class where you can slow down, reconnect with your inner peace and train your mind to be present. You will receive practical teachings, personal guidance and the opportunity to meditate in a group. Each session explores a new topic offering a space to reflect, deepen self-understanding and cultivate mindfulness, clarity and balance—both in meditation and in daily life. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐀𝐫𝐞 Beginners will receive an introduction to meditation, while experienced practitioners can refine their practice and explore new insights. 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 • 50' tea and teachings • 2 x 25' meditation & 10' walking meditation • Private guidance (during the meditation time, optional) • Tea and socialising (optional) 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: ✅ Single Session: €17 (Newcomers: €7) ✅ 4 Sessions: €60 (€15/session) ✅ 8 Sessions: €100 (€12.5/session) 🌿 Guidance & Practice Package: €110 - includes 4 meditation sessions and a private counselling session with Julia 🎓 Students, pensioners, and unemployed: €7/ session. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://forms.gle/hfo8fRpyfaonyCMQ8 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐄: We deeply understand the value of practising in a group and under the guidance of teachers and wish for everyone to have this opportunity. If financial constraints are a concern, please reach out at 045 168 7796 so we can support you. 𝐖𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐨 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞, 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞. With loving-kindness, Tyyniminä Community

¡Bienvenidos al curso gratuito de meditación Sahaja Yoga en español! Sahaja Yoga es una práctica de meditación que nos permite alcanzar un estado de equilibrio general, tanto a nivel físico como emocional y espiritual. El objetivo central es alcanzar y mantener el estado de conciencia sin pensamientos o silencio mental. Con práctica regular de meditación podemos establecer este estado en nuestro interior. No es necesario llevar nada al curso y puedes vestirte de ropa normal. Después de la clase podemos tomar té y hay tiempo para preguntas y conversación. Este video te ayuda a llegar al centro de Sahaja Yoga de Kamppi: https://vimeo.com/199566137 ¡Bienvenidos! Más información sobre Sahaja Yoga: www.sahajayoga.es

Pay the **5 € board gaming fee** to the bar at the counter when you arrive. You must be at least 18 years old to enter [Arkade](https://www.arkade.fi/). We play in English and the game rules are taught before starting play, unless everyone is already familiar with the game. No previous experience with board gaming required. The venue has a great board game library, the host and other players usually bring their own games too: our selection varies weekly. We're a very casual group so you're welcome to arrive early or late and join whatever game is starting up, there is no attendance tracking, or welcoming process. The bar has alcoholic drinks, mocktails, and soft drinks available as well as some snack foods. They've been okay with people ordering food to the bar with meal delivery services. If you are feeling sick, please stay home.

【IMPORTANT SUMMARY】 * The purpose of competitive game session is to enjoy badminton games by focusing on trying your best to win the games. * You don't need to be a very good player to join this session. Our level range from beginner to intermediate. We will put you to play with people with similar level. But if you are the first time to come and I don't know your level, then I will put you to play with less-experienced players to start. * Please purchase your slot through this link [https://7538e9.myshopify.com/](https://7538e9.myshopify.com/) Please also read the instruction inside this link, so that you have an idea how it works. * Please bring feather shuttles to join the games. We only accept specific shuttles. Please read the following. **If you come without bringing feather shuttles with you, I may ask you to go home.** 【SIGN-UP SYSTEM】 * Please sign up and pay through this link. [https://7538e9.myshopify.com/products/competitive-game](https://7538e9.myshopify.com/products/competitive-game) * We don't use the signup system on Meetup.com anymore. (Neither the waiting list) * It says this event is full on this meetup page, because I didn't open any slots here for you to sign up. You have to check this [sign-up page](https://7538e9.myshopify.com/products/competitive-game) to see if there is still a slot available there. * The background of using an external sign-up and payment system is because Meetup.com introduced a service fee to increase 21% of the fee in May 2023, and we want to reduce this cost. 【FEE and REFUND POLICY】 * Fee includes courts and the work I do to continue this group. Please sign up and pay before you come. NO refund if you do not cancel until 48 hours before the event. * Racket: bring one or rent one at the counter. * No matter the reason is sickness, accident or anything, the group or I will not afford the cost caused by your absence. * Of course you CAN'T ask me, "Can I sign up for free for next week because I didn't come to use my slot this week?". Please remember, the court booked for you is there and it costs money. The court doesn't simply become "free of charge", just because you didn't show up. 【COMMUNICATION】 * Communication: our whatsapp group [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JJQbJlisbcj5YDnlcSu347](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JJQbJlisbcj5YDnlcSu347) * There are too many spams, so I only accept +358 number to join whatsapp group. Numbers from other countries will all be rejected. 【DETAILS of COMPETITIVE GAMES】 * This is the list of shuttles we accept: RSL Classic Tourney Li-Ning Super 1000 Victor Smash It 1 Victor Smash It 2 Yonex Aerosansa 30 Ling Mei Gold Ling Mei Black * Smash Center also sells feather shuttles (Ling Mei Gold and Black). You can purchase there at your arrival. 【OTHERS】 * Please always keep 1 meter away from those courts where people are playing. Never step into the corners of other courts! If I see you do this, I probably will yell at you! * If you have some questions, you can put your questions in the comments on the event page. People will respond. * If you are new to badminton, please Google basic badminton rules in advance. Serve rules, double rules and point counting rules. You are always welcome to ask anyone in our group. Most of our members are more than happy to help you. * Badminton activity is organized for non-profit purpose, but I take a small fee for my work. * Want to restring your racket? I can do restring for you. €24 including the string. Please get contact with Ken. [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XdBBBKBmsHqvMyI7t1MttqOxwX8rs7vQ/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XdBBBKBmsHqvMyI7t1MttqOxwX8rs7vQ/view?usp=sharing) * You want to pay with your sport card or voucher? check the bottom of the page. Click "read more" [https://www.meetup.com/Helsinki-Badminton-Meetup/](https://www.meetup.com/Helsinki-Badminton-Meetup/)

### **Midnight Heist** Tonight, you are not guests. You are a crew. You and a group of strangers will step into a fictional underground world and plan the perfect heist. You will: * Receive a secret role in the crew * Study a legendary target * Design a step-by-step plan * Adapt to unexpected twists * Decide the fate of the mission together Inspired by films like *Ocean’s Eleven* and *Money Heist*. **Afterparty (karaoke, snacks & drinks)** 🕶️ **Dress code:** Dark, sleek, professional criminal *(black outfits, coats, gloves, minimalist elegance)* 📍 Location: Helsinki (venue to be announced) 📅 Date: 7 Feb ⏰ Time: 16:30-19:30 👥 Limited capacity (16 players) 🎟️ **Participation fee:** €10 Includes all game materials + snacks 💳 Pre-payment required Participants will recieve more details on the venue, ticket payment method and a form for any allergies.

【IMPORTANT SUMMARY】 * The purpose of social games is to know some people, do some exercise and enjoy the games together with others. Winning and getting points is not the focus of this session. Please play with consideration to your opponents' level. * Please purchase your slot through this link [https://7538e9.myshopify.com/](https://7538e9.myshopify.com/) 【SIGN-UP SYSTEM】 * Please sign up and pay through this link. [https://7538e9.myshopify.com/products/social-game](https://7538e9.myshopify.com/products/social-game) * We don't use the signup system on Meetup.com anymore. (Neither the waiting list) * It says this event is full on this meetup page, because I didn't open any slots here for you to sign up. You have to check this [sign-up page](https://7538e9.myshopify.com/products/social-game) to see if there is still a slot available there. * The background of using an external sign-up and payment system is because Meetup.com introduced a service fee to increase 21% of the fee in May 2023, and we want to reduce this cost. 【FEE and REFUND POLICY】 * Fee includes courts and plastic shuttles. Please sign up and pay before you come. NO refund if you do not cancel until 48 hours before the event. * Racket: bring one or rent one at the counter. * You can put a comment to sell your slot after the deadline of refund, or sell your slot in our whatsapp group. * No matter the reason is sickness, accident or anything, the group or I will not afford the cost caused by your absence. * Of course you CAN'T ask me, "Can I sign up for free for next week because I didn't come to use my slot this week?". Please remember, the court booked for you was there and it costs money. The court doesn't simply become "free of charge", just because you didn't come to use it. 【COMMUNICATION】 * Communication: our whatsapp group [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JJQbJlisbcj5YDnlcSu347](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JJQbJlisbcj5YDnlcSu347) * There are too many spams, so I only accept +358 number to join whatsapp group. Numbers from other countries will all be rejected. 【OTHERS】 * Please always keep 1 meter away from those courts where people are playing. Never step into the corners of other courts! If I see you do this, I probably will yell at you! * If you have some questions, you can put your questions in the comments on the event page. People will respond. * We play double games to 21 points. After each game, please let those who are waiting to play. Feel free to play with whoever you want, but please avoid playing with the same people all the time. * If you are new to badminton, please Google basic badminton rules in advance. Serve rules, double rules and point counting rules. You are always welcome to ask anyone in our group. Most of our members are more than happy to help you. * Badminton activity is organized for non-profit purpose, but I take a small fee for my work. * Want to restring your racket? I can do restring for you. €24 including the string. Please get contact with Ken. [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XdBBBKBmsHqvMyI7t1MttqOxwX8rs7vQ/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XdBBBKBmsHqvMyI7t1MttqOxwX8rs7vQ/view?usp=sharing) * [https://www.meetup.com/Helsinki-Badminton-Meetup/](https://www.meetup.com/Helsinki-Badminton-Meetup/) * You want to pay with your sport card or voucher? check the bottom of the page. Click "read more" * https://www.meetup.com/Helsinki-Badminton-Meetup/[https://www.meetup.com/Helsinki-Badminton-Meetup/](https://www.meetup.com/Helsinki-Badminton-Meetup/)

Come and enjoy our get-together! Grab a cold drink and sit down with some fresh faces and our conversation-hungry regulars. Whether you're new in town or just looking to meet some new friendly folks, everyone's welcome to our meetups. This time we will go to Kraken Bar in Kamppi for a pub quiz and Karaoke after the quiz. Event description: "The Pub Quiz in English, Get your team together for a great night out; the quiz is in English and will be held in Helsinki city centre. If you don't have anyone to come with or do not have a full team, don’t worry, as it is always easy to join a team (and make new friends!) on the night. Pub Quiz details: Your host: Simon Uphill When: Wednesday, February 4th 2026. Hietaniemenkatu 2 00100 Helsinki, Finland ( Opposite Hotel Helka in Kamppi) Prizes: Each month we have some great prizes to give away. The quiz is free of charge and each team is allowed a maximum of 5 members. For the whole quiz 15% OFF All taps. Beer, East IPA, cider, long drink and Blanc, white and red wine. There will also be Karaoke after the quiz if anyone fancies it."

All are welcome! We meet at Lapinlahti’s sauna, and the run begins promptly at 6:00 PM. **Please arrive early to get ready.** • There is a changing room, a few lockers, and a bathroom available. • We will run from the sauna to the Sibelius Monument and back — a total distance of 6–6.5 km. • The sauna house will be locked while we are out running. After the run, we will swim, hang out, and enjoy the sauna until 8:00 PM. * We kindly ask everyone to leave by 8:00 PM. * **To enable fair participation, if you are no longer able to join, please cancel 3 hours in advance so individuals on the waitlist may attend.** **Hosted by: Nia & Olli** Contact: Nia – +358 408223934 **HOW TO FIND US:** When arriving at the main gates of Lapinlahden Lähde, turn right and head towards the water. Lapinlahti's sauna is located halfway between the yellow main building and the red Venetsia building We want everyone to feel welcome and safe. **By participating, you agree to:** • Respect others – Be mindful of personal boundaries, privacy, and consent. • Listen actively – Give space for all voices and avoid dominating conversations. • Use inclusive language – Avoid offensive, discriminatory, or exclusionary remarks. • Be considerate in the sauna – Some people may prefer quiet or need space. • Address issues kindly – If a problem arises, bring it up respectfully or with the hosts. Tervetuloa Run to Saunaan! Tapaamme Lapinlahden saunalla ja lähdemme juoksemaan noin kello 18.00. Tulethan ajoissa! • Käytössä on pukuhuone, lokeroita ja vessat. • Juoksemme saunalta Sibelius-monumentille ja takaisin. Kokonaismatka on noin 6-6,5 km. • Sauna on lukossa juoksun ajan. Juoksun jälkeen saunomme, uimme ja vietämme aikaa yhdessä kello 20.00 saakka. Kello 20.00 jälkeen meidän täytyy poistua. Tapahtuman järjestävät: Nia ja Olli Voit soittaa Nialle: +358 408223934 MITEN MEIDÄT LÖYTÄÄ: Kun saavut Lapinlahden Lähteen pääporteille, käänny oikealle kohti merta. Lapinlahden sauna on keltaisen päärakennuksen ja punaisen Venetsia-rakennuksen puolivälissä. Haluamme, että kaikilla on turvallinen olo. Run to Sauna -tapahtumissa noudatamme seuraavia periaatteita: • Kunnioitamme toistemme rajoja ja yksityisyyttä. • Annamme kaikille tilaa osallistua keskusteluun. • Puhumme kaikista ihmisistä ja ihmisryhmistä kunnioittavasti. • Olemme ystävällisiä toisillemme. • Ongelmatapauksissa voit kääntyä ohjaajien puoleen. **MIITTI’s Principles for safer space:** MIITTI wants to nourish a safe and pleasant environment for everyone, where everyone can feel safe as themselves. By joining as a volunteer, employee or participant of the event or activity, you agree to follow the guidelines below *Non-discrimination* I do not make assumptions about people based on their external characteristics or names. I treat all participants with respect, and I don’t use language or take actions that discriminate based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic. I respect pronouns and names. *Boundaries* I respect others' personal space and boundaries, both physical and mental. I acknowledge that I cannot know someone else's boundaries without asking first. I ask before touching. I listen to others and adapt my behavior if someone indicates that my behavior makes them feel uncomfortable. *Creating Safe Environment* Everyone is responsible for contributing to a safe and respectful environment. If I witness harassment, I do my part to support those who experience inappropriate or offensive treatment. *Zero Tolerance for Harassment* Our space upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy towards any form of harassment. Harassment, whether verbal, physical, or online, will not be tolerated. If you experience or witness inappropriate behavior or harassment at our events, please report it to the MIITTI or Lapinlahden Lähde staff. If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms: IG: [instagram.com/miitti1](http://instagram.com/miitti1) Facebook: [facebook.com/miitti1](http://facebook.com/miitti1) Web: [lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti](http://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti) Whatsapp: Join our Whatsapp community network to join your favourite group and stay connected with the other members! When you participate in one of our groups or events, just ask the group facilitator to add you to the community!

A creative exploration, using a mix of artistic materials to express emotions freely- perfect for everyone craving a slower Sunday. IMPORTANT: Registration is necessary and done through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-sunday-for-wellbeing-nature-as-nurture-tickets-1982164401082?aff=oddtdtcreator Finding your Flow is the third workshop of the series Creative Sunday for Wellbeing. In this third Creative Sunday for Wellbeing workshop, we explore observation and mindfulness through a gentle walk in the nearby park. Nature becomes our teacher and our muse- shapes, textures, rhythms, and cycles transforming into metaphors for life. Through guided reflection and creative expression, we will stimulate imagination, deepen presence, and reconnect with ourselves using the natural world as inspiration. No artistic experience needed- just curiosity and an open mind. Come and be nurtured by nature. Through simple exercises, creative prompts inspired by theater games, and the use of a wide range of artistic materials, participants are invited to explore creativity in an open and supportive space. This is not art therapy and not an art class- there is no pressure to perform, produce, or “be good” at anything. Instead, the focus is on experimentation, imagination, and personal exploration. While the sessions are not therapeutic, they might offer moments of reflection, renewed energy, and a fresh perspective on wellbeing through creative practices. The topics of the workshops are the following: 25.1.2026 The Art of Slowing Down 1.2.2026 Finding your Flow 8.2.2026 Nature as Nurture 15.2.2026 Words for Wellbeing 22.2.2026 Colors, Emotions and Creative Visioning WHEN & WHERE: 8th of February at 15.30-17.30 Valo tila, Lapinlahden Lähde Lapinlahdenpolku 8 00180 Helsinki (How to find us: When entering through the café to the gallery hallway, turn left and head up the stairs. Valo tila is through the first door on the right hand side.) Meet Giulia Lepori Giulia Lepori is an Italian sociologist whose work lives in the intersection of mental health, art, and creative exploration. During her university years in Turin, she co-founded an artistic laboratory that became a living space for experimentation, dialogue, and collective creation. Over seven years, she worked across multiple artistic languages, curating workshops, exhibitions, courses, and public events. Her path led her to one-year art therapy training grounded in psychodynamic approach, deepening her interest in creativity as a tool for care, expression, and transformation. Giulia has facilitated creative workshops with adults, adolescents, children, and people with disabilities, shaping spaces where art becomes a shared process rather than a finished product. In 2024, she brought her practice to Helsinki, organizing her first creative workshop in collaboration with MIELI Without Borders during Mental Health Art Week. The workshop is a collaboration between @mieliwithoutborders and @miitti1

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area. Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations. 
We started this group to meet new people and make new friends, and bonding over games in a relaxed atmosphere is a great way to do that. We currently meet near route 23 and Polaris Parkway, and this is close to areas like Powell, Lewis Center, Worthington, and parts of Westerville and Columbus. 
Feel free to bring your own games or play one of the many games our members bring. If you are inexperienced, we will help you learn. 
Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play. 
Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 Wonders… 
Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, Werewords… 
IMPORTANT: 
1. While we love playing a variety of games and competing, we are not just about the games. We interact and talk while playing, and this leads to a lot of laughter and fun. If you just want to compete and focus solely on the game, then this is probably not the group you are looking for. 
2. Many people join groups like this and never (or rarely) show up after weeks or months. If you join and never really come, we will eventually remove you from the group as a courtesy to our members. Why? Because limiting group conversations (on the app) to regular members makes communication and planning much easier. Also, while it may be rare, it protects members from people who join because they are interested in following a person instead of having a real interest in our group. If you get removed, it is just because you haven’t come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.

COLUMBUS RECREATION CENTERS require membership fee to play. Register & Pay at the desk when you arrive. $5 day pass is available. I have some extra pickle ball paddles and balls if you don’t have one. Definitely bring your own paddle if you have one and bring some balls if you have them. Legal Stuff: The event hosts/Organizers are just fellow member volunteers. By participating in any event, you assume all risks of liability and injury inherent in these activities. You are responsible for your own safety and for determining if you are in condition fit to participate. You are also responsible for knowing and abiding by all laws and rules during your participation in any event.
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We'll play board games at the [Land-Grant Brewing Company](https://landgrantbrewing.com/). They have multiple [food trucks](https://landgrantbrewing.com/food/) on Sundays. Ray Ray's also has coffee, and the brewery has free water (and Jeni's ice cream). You can come late or leave early. Please just sign up so I know to expect you. **Notes on Parking** * You'll (probably) have to park on the street, but street parking is free on Sundays. * There are [parking garages](https://landgrantbrewing.com/parking/) a little farther away if you want. These are obviously not free, though. * There is a [lot next door](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.0%22N+83%C2%B000'40.9%22W/@39.957211,-83.0119921,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x88388f3efd89238b:0xc139207386232411!2sLand-Grant+Brewing+Company!8m2!3d39.9577613!4d-83.011426!16s%2Fg%2F1pzt7t9df!3m3!8m2!3d39.957211!4d-83.011347?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) to the brewery that you're allowed to park in, but it is not free. I've never parked there, so I don't know anything about rates. (I'm told though that if you eat at Milo's Deli next door to this lot that Milo's will stamp your parking so it's free.) * You're going to see odd signs on [Lucas St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.1%22N+83%C2%B000'40.3%22W/@39.957256,-83.0124134,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zMznCsDU3JzI4LjgiTiA4M8KwMDAnNDEuNSJX!8m2!3d39.957993!4d-83.011536!3m3!8m2!3d39.957256!4d-83.011197?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) (saying it's a "private street") that will lead you to believe you're not allowed to park there, but you actually are. * Columbus parking cops literally do not work on Sundays. This means that, even if you're driving a non-EV, you can park in the EV spots near the brewery. **Games** I do bring many games, but please bring some of your own as well.

Try new games, meet new people, and find out what story games are all about! Explore the reaches of space! Witness kingdoms rise and fall! Create and explore tragedies! All within a single game night. We play story games like Fiasco, Kingdom, Polaris and Microscope that encourage everyone at the table to participate creatively. We also have one-shots of indie, OSR, and narrative-focused RPGs such as Apocalypse World, Dread, Lady Blackbird, and Old School Essentials! Everybody's welcome! It doesn't matter if you've never tried story games before or never played roleplaying games at all! Just bring your brain and a good attitude and come try it out! *** **IMPORTANT** * When you arrive look for the marked Story Games Columbus Tables. Each table will have a separate game. Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis. * If all tables are full, look for a Facilitator. We will find a way to get you into a game! * There is a flat $3 cover charge for events at Tabletop. *** **Facilitators!!** Please arrive early so that we can get you set up with a table. Please reach out to me ASAP if you would be willing to help facilitate. You can reach me on the SGC Discord here - https://discord.gg/jUTvWUu