Philosophy of Science

\*\*\* **ENGLISH** 🇬🇧 Join us for a transformative two-day immersion into the Human Energy Field, hosted at the serene #**Studio Akordance**. This workshop invites you to explore the "Hands of Light" method developed by Dr **Barbara Brennan**. We will move beyond theory to engage in a profound experience of self-healing and awareness, unifying Body, Mind, Heart, and Soul. **What you will experience:** * **Sensory Awakening:** Learn to perceive and feel the human energy field . * **Harmonization:** Techniques to balance your energy centers and restore your vitality. * **Deep Grounding:** Exercises to fully inhabit your body and stay centered. * **Presence:** Discover how the quality of your presence can transform your relationship with yourself and others. **Practical Information:** * **Dates:** Saturday May 30th & Sunday May 31st, 2026. * **Location:** Shanti Club, Geneva. * **Teacher:** Csaba Kincses BBSH year 1 Class dean assisted by Céline Lacroix, certified Brennan Healing Science Practitioner. * **Level:** Open to everyone, no prior experience required. * Price: 330 EUR \*\*\* **FRANÇAIS** 🇫🇷 Rejoignez-nous pour deux journées d'immersion au cœur du système énergétique humain, dans le cadre apaisant du #**Studio akordance**. Cet atelier est une invitation à explorer la méthode "Hands of Light" (Le Pouvoir bénéfique des mains) développée par le Dr **Barbara Brennan**. Nous irons au-delà de la théorie pour vivre une expérience concrète de transformation alliant le corps, l'esprit, le cœur et l'âme. **Ce que vous allez expérimenter :** * **Éveil sensoriel :** Apprendre à percevoir et à ressentir le champ énergétique humain (CEH). * **Harmonisation :** Techniques pour équilibrer vos centres energétiques et restaurer votre vitalité. * **Ancrage profond :** Des exercices pour habiter pleinement votre corps et rester centré. **Détails pratiques :** * **Dates :** Samedi 30 et Dimanche 31 mai 2026. * **Lieu :** Shanti Club, Genève. * **Intervenants :** Csaba Kincses, Doyen de l'école BBSH France année 1 - assisté par Céline Lacroix, praticienne BBSH * **Public :** Ouvert à tous, aucun prérequis nécessaire. * Prix: 330 EUR ### **Comment s'inscrire ? / How to register?** **FR :** Le nombre de places est limité pour garantir la qualité de l'accompagnement. Merci de confirmer votre présence via [ckparis@hotmail.com](mailto:ckparis@hotmail.com) ou [celine@holyn.ch.](http://celine@holyn.ch./) **EN :** Spaces are limited to ensure a personalized experience. Please confirm your attendance via [ckparis@hotmail.com](mailto:ckparis@hotmail.com) or celine@[holyn.ch](https://holyn.ch/)

➡️ Réservation obligatoire depuis la billetterie : [https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-cafe-philo-dans-le-noir-quest-ce-qui-est-reel-pour-moi-1988445556186](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-cafe-philo-dans-le-noir-quest-ce-qui-est-reel-pour-moi-1988445556186) Apprendre à penser par soi-même, ensemble ! ✨ Pour cette séance, une expérience particulière : une partie de l’échange se vivra dans le noir, pour déplacer nos repères et interroger autrement ce que nous percevons comme “réel”. ☕ Les rencontres **CAFÉ PHILO de l'Espace Le Moulin** en partenariat avec l'association **vue d'ensemble : Association des malvoyants, non-voyants & voyants**☕ 💬 Pour dialoguer en profondeur, sur une question philosophique, en lien avec l’actualité. 🙋 Exercer sa pensée, pratiquer l'art de l'écoute et de la reformulation. Réfléchir... ou simplement réagir en pensant ses émotions ? Autour d’une boisson et dans une ambiance conviviale, le café philo éduque à l’art de dialoguer avec soi et avec les autres. Venez échanger en profondeur sur une question philosophique. Un temps privilégié, pour nourrir la pensée ! * *Ouvert à tous !* * *Tarif : 7€ (boisson incluse)*

☕ Café Philo Paris — English Edition A philosophical discussion space open to everyone — no prerequisites, no judgment, no dogma. Each session explores a different theme through concrete questions that touch our lives, our beliefs, and our relationship with the world. This is neither a lecture nor a class: we meet, we think out loud together, and each person freely shares their experience and perspective. ✅ Format * Intimate circle discussion — everyone speaks freely * Open exchange in a climate of listening and respect * Duration: approximately 2 hours * 12 people maximum per session to preserve the quality of exchanges 🎟️ Participation: €5 — Registration secures your spot and helps maintain a welcoming and respectful atmosphere. From time to time, special editions are organised — different formats, different settings, sometimes free. This picnic session is one of them. 🌿 Special Edition — Picnic in the Park Instead of a café, we're taking the conversation outside. Bring something to share, sit on the grass, and let's talk about life under the open sky. 🎙️ Topic : "Do we really need to know where we're going?" To get you thinking before we meet : * Is feeling lost a failure — or the beginning of something real? * Do you actually know what you want, or do you just know what you're supposed to want? * Have you ever chosen a path just to stop people from asking questions? * If nobody expected anything from you, what would you do with your life? * Are you building the life you want, or the life that makes sense to others? * Do you trust yourself enough to not know — and keep going anyway? * 7 spots only * Free entry — just bring food or drinks to share * 7th arrondissement, Paris — exact location shared once registered * 📩 To join this session, contact Josh directly on WhatsApp : 👉 [https://wa.me/33649853900](https://wa.me/33649853900) Send the message "picnic paris" and he'll send you all the details. 📲 Want to stay updated on future sessions? Join the WhatsApp community : 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/HvMMImJeJZnCZ7qeZ3uq3x?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HvMMImJeJZnCZ7qeZ3uq3x?mode=gi_t) Looking forward to sharing this moment of collective reflection with you ☕✨ See you soon, Josh :)

*[English below]* **Profitez de la belle saison pour vivre un "Bain de forêt" qui invite chacun.e à se reconnecter à la joie et l'émerveillement que la forêt nous offre, et emmagasiner pleinement ses bienfaits.** Lors d'un bain de forêt, nous alternons entre des temps de silence et des moments de partage. C'est à la fois introspectif et joyeux, pour (re)trouver de la détente et de la légèreté. * Pour en savoir plus sur les bains de forêt, cliquez [ici](https://laurabrav.fr/bains-de-foret) Le point de départ de cette sortie est la gare de Bois-le-Roi à 11h (ou Gare de Lyon à 9h50 pour prendre le R de 10h05). Le retour se fait à 18h depuis Bois-le-Roi (arrivée Gare de Lyon 18h45). * **Les horaires peuvent varier selon la météo** **Tarif** : en participation consciente *(le montant "équilibre" pour moi serait une moyenne de 35€ par participant.e mais le plus important est que ces journées soient accessibles à tous.tes !)* *NB : je n'utilise pas Meetup come outil pour les inscription. Pour voir les détails pratiques et logistiques de cette sorties* : [c'est ici ](https://forms.gle/Go6Gppi3pdREP81j6) \-\-\-\- **Let the return of the gentle weather be an opportunity to reconnect to the wonderment that the forest offers.** During a forest bathing outing, we alternate between silent introspective moments, and joyful shared practices, so as to find relaxation and cheer. For more information about my forest bathing approach, the information can be found on my website: [https://laurabrav.fr/bains-de-foret](https://laurabrav.fr/bains-de-foret) The starting point of this outing is Bois-le-Roi station at 11am (or Gare de Lyon at 9.50am to catch the 10.05am R train), returning to Paris by the 6pm train (arrives at Gare de Lyon at 6.45) ***Times may vary depending on the weather*** **Tarif** : by "conscious donation" *(the amount which is a balance for me would be an average of 35€ per participant, but the most important thing is that everyone who is interested is able to come!)* *NB : I don't use Meetup as the signup tool. To see all the practical details, please click here* [c'est ici ](https://forms.gle/Go6Gppi3pdREP81j6)

🍩🍰 Let's have a weekly deep talk in an intimate Parisian café, share a drink and have a good time with like-minded, lovely and chill people. 🥂☕ We're here to sip life in a childish, simple and non-serious way. 🙃 When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation? Or deepened your relationship with someone in your life? It's not easy to have a deep conversation. While small talk, which is typically casual and light-hearted, can help break the ice, it may not necessarily help you form a deep, emotional connection with someone. Whether it's with your friends, family, colleagues or romantic partners, having meaningful conversations is important for creating strong bonds. "Meaningful conversations help us understand ourselves and those around us better. They involve sharing important aspects of ourselves and actively listening, validating and connecting with others." We believe that a happy and healthy life is built on beautiful relationships and that loneliness kills us. That's it. It's not the number of friends that counts, it's the quality of the relationship. ✅ This group is adressed to : ● People who want to build deep, genuine and caring relationships in a small group that looks the same, where they feel comfortable and emotionally safe to talk emotionally and get intimate about anything in their lives. ● Simple, loving, kind, hyper/sensitive and lovely people who spend a lot of time in their bubble thinking about the meaning of life, passionate about personal development, philosophy, meaningful conversations, debates .... ⛔ Please don't subscribe if : ● You don't see yourself in the group's aims and beliefs. ● You're travelling for a short period of time and don't live or intend to live in Paris. ● You are not sure if you will be able to come, please update your status to allow others on the waiting list to join. An absence without notice will result in an irrevocable ban. Progress : ● ❗ For reservations, I'll send you a private Meetup message at least 5 hours before the meeting to confirm your reservation. If I don't receive a reply 2 hours before the meeting, I will send you a second message to let you know that you will be replaced by someone on the waitlist. ● 💚 We keep the session small, cosy and relaxed in a quiet place, prioritising regularity to encourage intimacy, connection, listening and speaking. (\~ 5/6 people) ● 🔖 On arrival, if you feel comfortable, you will be suggested to choose and associate several drawn Feelings and Needs cards to express how you really feel at the moment, to talk about ourselves and communicate effectively. ● 📝 The best way to make progress is to make the conversation easy and natural, with everyone making an effort to suggest and write down what you want to talk about. You can write down your favourite topics/questions before the meeting. The meeting is participative and invite everyone if you feel comfortable being a leader and a power of suggestion. Anyway, to keep the meeting running smoothly, I'll animate the meeting to make sure the conversation doesn't get wild or boring and I wouldn't hesitate to reframe people. In case of lack of inspiration we have a lot of deep conversation question card game which can help to find interesting questions. ● 🍕 (Not compulsory) After the meeting we can finish in a nearby restaurant for those who wish to relax or continue our conversation. Advice for a good moment : ● Leave your ego and mask at home, we are not here to impress anyone but to be ourselves with our strength, weakness, pride and shame. Come with an open/deep/emotional/complex thought and vulnerability. ● Ask open-ended questions and invite the other person to describe what a situation was like for them or how they felt. ● Don't hesitate to be vulnerable and share information about yourself if needed. Consider sharing personal information first to gain the other person's trust. ● Adopt an attitude of curiosity and genuine interest in what the other person is saying. Be thoughtful and try to put yourself in the other person's shoes so that you can see things from their perspective. Be truthful, caring and honest. ● Listen actively and ask follow-up questions. ● Be empathetic and offer emotional validation so that they feel seen and heard. It is forbidden to judge, but try to understand. ● ⏱ Be aware of your speaking time for Equally Speak. ● 🤫 Be aware never to provoke political or religious ideologies, but to accept differences of belief. Advice on non-violent communication can be given in the meeting to learn not to unintentionally hurt anyone when requested or needed. ● 🚨 Remember to maintain a safe, and benevolent environment. People who are considered to be disruptive, problematic or simply not in tune with the energy of the group will not be allowed to return. Finally, we're hug-friendly !!! 🤗

**Ahoy there,** Next full moon picnic will be Saturday May 30 from 8:30 - 10:30 P.M. Moonrise will be around 10:10 P.M. Sunset around 9:40 PM. I may not make it back from my tree house in time but never fear, Catherine and Charles will be there to welcome you. The Pont des Arts is undergoing renovations for the botched renovation 3 years ago that used a poor design to fasten the wood planks. Most of the bridge will remain open full width during the work. We will meet by one of the benches in the open section, which is currently towards the Left Bank side of the bridge. Hard to predict how work will advance over the next week. So finding us may involve a little bit of treasure hunt adventure. You’re welcome! In the unlikely event we will assemble below on the quai on the Right Bank side. May is known by American Indians for the Full Flower Moon because of the wide appearance of flowers during this month. It's also known as Full Corn Planting Moon (for obvious reasons) and as the Milk Moon. Bob, I swear you're just copy pasting that from your last email for our previous Full Moon Picnic. Yes, that’s because this is the second full moon of the same month, which only happens once in a blue moon. 🤣 **WHAT**: Everyone brings food and drink to share. **WHERE**: Pont des Arts. We'll gather around the 2nd or 3rd bench from the Right Bank side of the bridge. Nearest metros: Pont Neuf and Louvre-Rivoli. **WHEN**: Saturday May 30 from 8:30-10:30 P.M. **WHY**: Share one of the most memorable sights in Paris with some of the nicest people around. **WHO**: You and your friends. **THEME**: Blue **BIRTHDAYS**: Are you’re a Gemini? Bring a cake and let me know so we can celebrate your birthday this month and blow out the world’s largest birthday candle. **HOW** to find us: Keep your eyes out for a bunch of lunatics eating, drinking an chatting in English and French. **PUZZLER**: Raise your hand if you’re vegetarian. Vegan? Beegan?(vegan + honey. I know.) Flexitarian?(occasional meat). Vegan before 6 PM?(yes that’s actually a thing.) Forget about Omnivore. Forget about Carnivore. How about Cannibal? How about Sausage eating Cannibal? Why are you cringing? You're the product of a Sausage eating Cannibal. Don’t try to puzzle this out. Just go ahead and scroll to the answer before your stomach turns queasy. **PUZZLER ANSWER**: Our galaxy, the Milky Way has become quite large feasting on other smaller galaxies. About 8 billion years ago, a study said, that a smaller dwarf galaxy was gobbled up by a young and hungry Milky Way. The study was not 8 billion years ago (that’s why the 2 commas) but 8 years ago. The dwarf galaxy was named Gaia Sausage because it was sorta kinda in the shape of a sausage according to the astronomers analyzing the data. They had been up for 2 days without eating and were definitely not vegan. [https://www.cmu.edu/news/stories/archives/2018/july/gaia-sausage.html](https://www.cmu.edu/news/stories/archives/2018/july/gaia-sausage.html) Turns out that just this month, the Milky Way gobbled up another galaxy, according to a study, 10 billion years ago. (I’m using commas the way Trump uses legal loopholes.) The poor meal this time is called the Loki galaxy, named after the Norse god of mischief. The remnants of this dwarf galaxy are hard to detect and tricky to explain because the left over stars are moving in opposite directions. Confusing and mischievous. [https://edition.cnn.com/2026/05/23/science/milky-way-loki-galaxy](https://edition.cnn.com/2026/05/23/science/milky-way-loki-galaxy) In this eat or be eaten universe galaxies are cannibalizing each other. So far the Milky Way has eaten its way to an expanding belt-line. Ciao for niao, **Captain Bob**

☀️ Le beau temps printanier est de retour avant la pluie de la semaine prochaine, alors profitons-en ensemble avec un pique-nique détendu au bord de la Seine ce samedi. 🌳 L’endroit du pique-nique est bien ombragé, donc il devrait y faire frais et agréable Venez passer un après-midi convivial pour rencontrer du monde, discuter, vous détendre et profiter de l’ambiance parisienne au bord de l’eau. Apportez quelque chose à grignoter ou à boire à partager (sucré ou salé), une couverture, de l’eau, de la crème solaire, et de quoi être à l’aise. Zéro pression, venez comme vous êtes 😊 📍 Lieu : Square du Vert-Galant (Pont Neuf) 📍 Point de rencontre : dans le parc, au bout de l’Île de la Cité 🕒 Heure : samedi à partir de 16h00 (venez quand vous voulez) Je serai installée avec un panier multicolore à pompons 🌈 Le point exact sera partagé dans le groupe une fois sur place pour celles et ceux qui arrivent plus tard. *Petit message : en participant, vous acceptez que quelques photos puissent être prises pendant l’événement et partagées ensuite* ⸻ ☀️ The warm spring weather is back before next week’s rain, so let’s enjoy it together with a relaxed picnic by the Seine this Saturday. 🌳 The picnic spot has plenty of shade, so it should stay nice and cool. Come spend a friendly afternoon meeting new people, chatting, relaxing, and enjoying the Parisian atmosphere by the water. Bring something to snack on or drink to share (sweet or savoury), a blanket, **sunscreen**, water, and whatever you need to feel comfortable. No pressure at all — just come as you are 😊 📍 Location: Square du Vert-Galant (Pont Neuf) 📍 Meeting point: inside the park, at the tip of Île de la Cité 🕒 When: Saturday from 16:00 onwards (feel free to join anytime) I’ll be set up with a multicoloured pom pom basket 🌈 Once we’re settled, the exact pin will be shared in the group for anyone arriving later. *Just a quick note: by attending, you’re okay with a few photos being taken during the event and shared afterwards*

➡️ Réservation obligatoire depuis la billetterie : https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1982398645714?aff=oddtdtcreator Pour dialoguer en profondeur, sur une question philosophique, en lien avec l’actualité. ☕ Les rencontres CAFÉ PHILO de l'Espace Falguière☕ 💬 Pour dialoguer en profondeur, sur une question philosophique, en lien avec l’actualité. 🙋 Exercer sa pensée, pratiquer l'art de l'écoute et de la reformulation. 💚 Pendant cette période particulière que nous traversons, le besoin d'échanger sur des sujets profonds se fait essentiel ! L'actualité, à la fois riche et tragique, donne beaucoup de matière à réfléchir. Réfléchir... ou simplement réagir en pensant ses émotions ? C'est ce que nous verrons à travers nos prochains cafés philo, qui auront lieu dans notre espace. *Ouvert à tous* *Tarif : 7 euros (boisson incluse)*

Café Philo Paris Thème : La paix — est-ce vraiment quelque chose qu'on peut atteindre ? On parle souvent de paix comme d'un idéal universel. Paix dans le monde, paix intérieure, paix dans nos relations... Mais dans le quotidien, la paix semble souvent fragile, éphémère, voire impossible à maintenir durablement. On évite des sujets pour ne pas créer de conflits. On ravale des vérités pour préserver une harmonie de surface. On se dit qu'on est "en paix" avec quelque chose... jusqu'au jour où on réalise que non. Et si la vraie paix n'était pas l'absence de conflit, mais quelque chose de bien plus complexe et difficile à atteindre ? Questions qu'on va explorer 💬 * Comment définiriez-vous la paix ? Est-ce un état intérieur, une absence de conflit, ou autre chose ? * Considérez-vous être en paix actuellement — et si oui, pour quelles raisons ? * La paix est-elle un idéal à atteindre pour tout individu, ou certaines personnes s'en passent-elles volontairement ? * Les conflits ruinent-ils notre paix — ou parfois, au contraire, nous permettent-ils d'en trouver une plus profonde ? * Les non-dits dans une relation préservent-ils la paix d'un couple, ou finissent-ils inévitablement par la détruire ? * Êtes-vous le genre de personne à dire une vérité difficile au risque de provoquer un conflit — ou préférez-vous vous taire pour préserver la paix ? * Peut-on vraiment être en paix avec soi-même sans l'être avec les autres ? * La paix intérieure s'apprend-elle, ou est-ce une disposition qu'on a ou qu'on n'a pas ? * Comme d'habitude : discussion ouverte, profonde et sans jugement. Tous les avis sont les bienvenus 🎯 Infos pratiques : 📅 Dimanche 31 mai – 15h 👥 15 personnes max 💰 5€ 📍 Adresse du café dans le mail de confirmation 👉 Inscription obligatoire sur Eventbrite : [https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1985236291188?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1985236291188?aff=oddtdtcreator) ⚠️ Bien sélectionner la date du 31 mai 📱 Rejoins le groupe WhatsApp pour les prochaines sessions : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/HvMMImJeJZnCZ7qeZ3uq3x?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HvMMImJeJZnCZ7qeZ3uq3x?mode=gi_t) Au plaisir de te voir ! 😁

Chers tous ! **"Clair-obscur" à la Pinault Collection** "Prenant pour appui la réflexion du philosophe italien Giorgio Agamben, l’exposition « **Clair-obscur** » emprunte son titre au fameux *chiaroscuro* qui s’invite dans la peinture depuis le 16e siècle, le maniérisme et l’âge baroque, à l’image de l’œuvre du Caravage qui en intensifie l’usage, plongeant le monde terrestre dans l’obscurité, tandis que des rayons de lumière accentuent la tension dramatique et les enjeux spirituels sous-jacents à l’œuvre. Poursuivant ce voyage au cœur des ténèbres, Goya emporte dans son oeuvre toute la part sombre de l’humanité, et le clair-obscur, tel qu’il le parachève, nimbe toujours de sa profondeur et de son mystère la création contemporaine, en particulier, celle de **Sigmar Polke**, dans sa chapelle hallucinée *Axial Age* (2005-2007). **Philippe Parreno**, qui revisite les peintures noires de la *Quinta del Sordo* à la flamme de la bougie, rappelle combien ce cycle alchimiste a ouvert les vannes de la sensibilité moderne. L’influence du clair-obscur se fait autant sentir dans la palette sourde des toiles énigmatiques et mélancoliques de **Victor Man** — dont un ensemble de peintures est présenté en Galerie 3 — que dans la poétique des œuvres de **Bill Viola**, qui s’inspire des maîtres anciens pour faire advenir, dans une temporalité ralentie, des corps qui émergent de l’ombre..." Pinault Collection Pour acheter votre billet (créneau 14h30) : https://billetterie.pinaultcollection.com/selection/timeslotpass?productId=10229684726144&gtmStepTracking=true Puis, pour ceux qui le souhaitent nous irons dans une brasserie dans les alentours pour boire, manger, discuter, échanger... Aussi, assurez-vous, je vous prie de vos intentions de participation. Bien à vous tous, belles escapades artistiques et à bientôt ! Jélila

P. Desmichel - Tricheuse (Premier roman, en présence de l'autrice) Et si le monde universitaire était en surchauffe ? Juste après sa thèse et la naissance de sa fille, Vanessa décroche une bourse d’études pour les États-Unis. Un rêve pour cette chercheuse issue d’une banlieue parisienne modeste qui, en intégrant la prestigieuse université de Chicago, va pouvoir côtoyer les pontes qui forcent son admiration et, elle l’espère, publier ses travaux au plus haut niveau académique. Proposition de lecture parallèle pour découvrir le maître du "campus novel": D. Lodge - Un tout petit monde (Best Seller des années 80) Où sont les campus d'antan où des professeurs de lettres besogneux erraient comme des âmes en peine entre les salles de cours, la bibliothèque et la salle des professeurs, l'intelligence en jachère, le cœur en sommeil ?

Hi Badminton Fans! Come and join us every Sunday for a fun session of badminton. There are usually 2 sessions to choose from. **This session is open to intermediate level players and above ONLY.** What that means is that you should be comfortable with short serves to the T, doubles rotations, and smashes. There is also an 11 am Open Session for players of all abilities. If you're unsure of your level, sign up for the 11am session to start or ask us! We will try our utmost to ensure that you play with people of similar levels. As such, we can and will restrict participation at this 12pm session at our discretion. **What Do You Need** Don't worry about equipment; racquets and shuttlecocks are provided, and there's no need for a badminton license or insurance. Just bring your indoor sports shoes, and a willingness to meet new friends and have lots of fun. There are changing rooms and showers. **Get There Early** Try and get there early to change and get warmed up so that we can start right on time. The courts are normally not being used before we play, so we can get a little extra time playing. **Registration & Payments** Registration is 14€ per person, and you can sign up via PayPal through this event page. For alternative payments, check for available slots on the event page first. Then, submit your payment via https://revolut.me/jonathwu3q with a description of which event you are signing up for and send the screenshot to one of us so that we can add you. *Please Note: If your name is **not** in the attendees list and you do not have confirmation from us, you will be turned away.* **Annual Membership Option** For regular players, there is the option to take out an annual membership. This costs 80€ for the first year and is renewable each year for 40€. This reduces the weekly registration fee to only 10€ per session. **No Refunds** In the case of a cancellation or no-show, there are no refunds. See you all on the court on Sunday. Happy badminton-ing! Kelvin (0603250357) and Vijay (0767341832) **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** 1. I don’t speak French, can I join? * Yes! We are an international group and everyone speaks English! 2. Are there still available slots? I can’t sign up! Help! * Check the bottom of the event page for availabilities. Once full, RSVPs will be closed. Sign up as early as possible because the events fill up very quickly. 3. I signed up, but I can’t make it! Can I get a refund? * No refunds for cancellations or no-shows. If you inform us early enough, we can try to find a substitute and refund you, but no guarantees. 4. Why can’t I get a refund? * We need a fixed number of participants to maximize court usage, court fees, team arrangements, and team rotations. Cancelations throw all of this off. 5. Do I need to bring anything? Water? Racquets? Birdies? * If you have your own racquet, that will be best! Otherwise, we have spare ones and we provide the shuttlecocks. Bring enough water to hydrate yourself.

Hi Badminton Fans! Come and join us every Sunday for a fun session of badminton. There are usually 2 sessions to choose from, **This 11 am - Open Session is open to players of all levels.** **If you are a complete beginner -** Talk to us first before signing up, and we can try to make accommodations and maybe have beginners-only court to begin with, with one of the organisers ready to explain all of the basics, such as serving, scoring, rules etc, as well as some pointers to help you progress. **Which Session To Choose** If you're unsure of your level, sign up for the 11am session to start, or ask us! We will try our utmost to ensure that you play with people of similar levels. **What Do You Need** Don't worry about equipment; racquets and shuttlecocks are provided, and there's no need for a badminton license or insurance. Just bring your indoor sports shoes, and a willingness to meet new friends and have lots of fun. There are changing rooms and showers. **Get There Early** Try and get there early to change and get warmed up so that we can start right on time. The courts are normally not being used before we play, so we can get a little extra time playing. **Registration & Payments** Registration is 14€ per person, and you can sign up via PayPal through this event page. For alternative payments, check for available slots on the event page first. Then, submit your payment via https://revolut.me/jonathwu3q with a description of which event you are signing up for, and send the screenshot to one of us so that we can add you. *Please Note: If your name is **not** in the attendees list and you do not have confirmation from us, you will be turned away.* **Annual Membership Option** For regular players, there is the option to take out an annual membership. This costs 80€ for the first year and is renewable each year for 40€. This reduces the weekly registration fee to only 10€ per session. **No Refunds** In the case of a cancellation or no-show, there are no refunds. See you all on the court on Sunday. Happy badminton-ing! Kelvin (0603250357) and Vijay (0767341832), **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** 1. I don’t speak French, can I join? * Yes! We are an international group and everyone speaks English! 2. Are there still available slots? I can’t sign up! Help! * Check the bottom of the event page for availabilities. Once full, RSVPs will be closed. Sign up as early as possible because the events fill up very quickly. 3. I signed up, but I can’t make it! Can I get a refund? * No refunds for cancellations or no-shows. If you inform us early enough, we can try to find a substitute and refund you, but no guarantees. 4. Why can’t I get a refund? * We need a fixed number of participants to maximize court usage, court fees, team arrangements, and team rotations. Cancelations throw all of this off. 5. Do I need to bring anything? Water? Racquets? Birdies? * If you have your own racquet, that will be best! Otherwise, we have spare ones and we provide the shuttlecocks. Bring enough water to hydrate yourself.

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **This is a curated, small-group meetup make new friends in Paris.** Each meetup brings together 4–6 like-minded people for casual conversations over coffee. We use the Groupvibe platform to organize and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com](https://groupvibe.com) Once you register, and **buy a ticket or become a Groupvibe member**, we’ll share the exact location and match you with your group. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier \* Matching helps avoid awkward dynamics **Note:** RSVPs here on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. 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.

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.

We may pick a specific topic and post in advance or may discuss current events and various ad hoc topics . We would love to spend time hanging out and getting to know one another. Atheist, agnostics, other non-theists, and atheist-friendly people are welcome to join us. Note: COUNT operates a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions (http://www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions/) to promote discussions among members and visitors.

NOTICE CHANGE OF LOCATION. WE WILL BE MEETING AT THE SHARON WOODS METRO PARK - THIS MONTH ONLY. Sharon Woods Metro Park, 6911 Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43081 Enter the park from Cleveland Avenue and stay on the main park drive until it dead-ends into a turn around parking lot. We will meet at the Schrock Lake Shelter just off this parking area to the right. We will be taking a Guided Walk with access very near the shelter, on the Edward S Thomas trail, an ADA flat, hard-packed gravel surface trail. This walk will be led by Carrie Keller, Outdoor Naturalist at the park, and Megan Richley, Inclusion Coordinator for the Metro Parks. Wear sneakers or other shoes covering the entire foot. Sandals or flip-flops are ill advised. Sighted guides will be available. Target audience for this group is persons who are visually impaired, especially those who have experienced recent loss, however, all are welcome, including family members and supports. Light refreshments will be served. There will not be a Conference Call option for this meeting.

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

Bienvenue! We host a twice-a-month French conversation club at La Chatelaine on Lane. All levels welcome! Whether you're new to French or running for Président de la République you are welcome here! We often read plays together, play vocabulary games, and generally enjoy the delicious food available at La Chatelaine! We will be at the long table in the back of the restaurant. A bientôt!

Topic to be announced. **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com