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Runic Readings
Sessions of **individual runic readings** are available for beginners all along summer, both online (75 CHF) and offline in Zurich (100 CHF).
These sessions are **NOT** esoteric or divinatory. We're approaching runes as **a symbolic system of archetypes** to examine any situation or question that is currently relevant to you.
*If you feel stuck in a situation and cannot see a way forward, are facing a difficult decision, navigating a period of uncertainty, or trying to understand a recurring pattern in your life, a runic reading may offer a different perspective.*
**You will receive:**
• a clearer and systemic understanding of what is actually happening;
• insight into hidden influences affecting the situation;
• a better understanding of why certain difficulties keep repeating;
• greater clarity around available options and their likely consequences;
• practical ideas for what to do next.
For registration and payment details, send me a direct message or fill in this form [The Alchemist Lab - Contact](https://alchemistlab.ch/Contact)
Street Photography Workshop - Zurich by Night in Black & White!
Workshop-Details
Wo: Zürich Hauptbahnhof Meeting Point (Big Clock)
Wann: 03.07.2026
Zeit: 20:30 - 23:15 Uhr
Was du lernen wirst
– Fotografieren bei wenig Licht
– Echte und ungestellte Augenblicke des Nachtlebens festhalten
– Die Schönheit der Schwarzweiss-Strassenfotografie entdecken (natürlich kannst du auch in Farbe fotografieren!)
Wir beginnen den Abend mit einem Drink in einem nahegelegenen Café — natürlich auf meine Einladung! Dies ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, sich kennenzulernen, Erwartungen auszutauschen und individuelle Wünsche für den Workshop zu besprechen.
Deine Teilnahme kostet 150 CHF.
Bitte melde dich direkt über meine Website an und sichere dir deinen Platz:
www.katjabouwman.com/workshops
Erst nach Zahlungseingang ist dein Platz gesichert!
Workshop Details
Where: Zurich Hauptbahnhof Meeting Point
When: 03.07.2026
Time: 8:30 — 11:15 PM
What you’ll Learn
– Shooting in low light
– Capturing candid nightlife moments with confidence
– Exploring the beauty of black and white street photography (of course, you can shoot in color too!)
We’ll kick off the evening with a quick drink at a nearby café — my treat! This is a great chance to get to know each other, share expectations and discuss any specific wishes you might have for the workshop.
Your participation costs 150 CHF.
Please register directly through my website to secure your spot:
www.katjabouwman.com/workshops
More info on www.katjabouwman.com/workshops or visit my Instagram account katja_zuerich
Freitag Morgen Meditation
Freitags, 10:00–10:40 Uhr, 5. Juni - 3. Juli, Kadampa Meditationszentrum Schweiz, Mirabellenstrasse 1, 8048 Zürich-Altstetten, 7.50CHF, https://www.kadampa.ch/freitag-morgen-meditation/
Gönn dir eine 40-minütige Atemmeditation mit einfühlsamen Erklärungen, die dir hilft, zur Ruhe zu kommen und neue Energie zu tanken. Spüre, wie dein Geist klarer wird, sich innere Anspannung löst und du dich leichter fühlst. Diese Meditation ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, dich bewusst mit dir selbst zu verbinden und den Übergang ins Wochenende achtsam zu gestalten.
Die geführten Meditationen sind Drop-In-Kurse – eine Anmeldung ist nicht erforderlich. Komm einfach vorbei, geniesse die wohltuende Atmosphäre und starte deinen Freitagmorgen voller Gelassenheit.
Freies, und realistisch-akademisches Zeichnen und Malen
Unter professioneller Anleitung und individueller Betreuung wird in kleinen Gruppen (ausser während der Schulferien) gearbeitet. Ein Einstieg sowie ein Probeunterricht sind jederzeit möglich.
Im Kurs helfe ich dir, deine kreativen Ideen zu verwirklichen und deine künstlerisch-gestalterischen Fähigkeiten weiterzuentwickeln. Ob nach Fantasie, nach einer Bildvorlage oder direkt aus der Realität: Du setzt deine eigenen Motive um und lernst dabei den souveränen Umgang mit verschiedenen Mal- und Zeichentechniken. Egal auf welchem Level du startest – hier bist du richtig:
**Anfänger** werden sorgfältig in die Grundlagen eingeführt.
**Fortgeschrittene** können ihre Kenntnisse und Erfahrungen vertiefen und erweitern.
**Experten** erlernen die Geheimnisse alter Meister und perfektionieren das realistische Zeichnen und Malen.
**Auskunft und Anmeldung:** marianas@gmx.ch \* 078 628 78 24 \* [www.marianas.ch](http://www.marianas.ch)
**Freitags** und **samstags in Illnau:** von 9:30 bis 12:30 Uhr und von 13:00 bis 12:30 Uhr
| **Kurskosten** (inkl. Materialkosten)**:** 4 x 180 Min. = 333Fr. |
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Swimming in the Limmat
Hello dear Challengers,
if you wish to join the Limmat swim and strengthen your body, join me to that swim. I will give you a short introduction on the "why" you should do it and then you will tell me if you want to do it. I am a trained lifeguard (SLRG), I did also the Hypothermia Module and I am swimming in the cold since 2015.
Take with you all the necessary to swim, flip/flop, safe buoy (something like the orange donut here below, if you have it) and a Thermos.
https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/a/7/5/600_466843637.jpeg
See you there!
Massimo
ps: Limmat temperature
https://www.zh.ch/de/umwelt-tiere/wasser-gewaesser/messdaten/wassertemperaturen.html
Friday Badminton for higher intermediate/advanced level
We are currently playing in a regular group of 12 players at higher intermediate/advanced level. Your registrations here will first be on the waiting list and when confirmed, payment is to be made by twint to secure your spot for participation.
There is a charge of Chf 22 per person. That is inclusive of feather shuttles.
Place of event - Schumacher Sport Center, Am Stadtrand 46, Dübendorf.
Court no. 10, 11 & 12
Friday Sketching @ Spiegelgasse
DE
Wir treffen uns zum Zeichnen in der schattigen Gasse im Niederdorf und zwar um 14 Uhr beim Napfbrunnen.
*Wie immer, bring dein eigenes Skizzenbuch und Stifte und wenn du hast, einen kleinen Hocker mit.* *Alle sind willkommen, die gerne zeichnen und Freude am Austausch mit anderen Urban Sketcher\*innen haben. Ich freue mich auf dich.*
EN
We meet to draw in the shady alley of the Niederdorf at 2 pm at the Napfbrunnen.
*As always, bring your own sketchbook and pens and if you have a small stool. Everyone is welcome who likes to draw and enjoys sharing their drawing(s) at the end with everybody. I look forward to seeing you soon.*
Philosophy Events This Week
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Zurich FREE Street Photography Walk & Coffee Meetup
**Love photography and want to meet other photographers in Zurich?**
Join us for a relaxed street photography walk through Zurich’s Old Town. We’ll explore interesting streets, capture candid moments, photograph architecture, and share ideas with fellow photography enthusiasts.
This event is **open to everyone**, whether you’re shooting with a Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Leica, film camera, or simply your smartphone.
No workshops, no pressure, no experience required.
Just photography, good conversations, and a chance to meet creative people who enjoy exploring Zurich through a camera lens.
**What to expect**
📸 Street photography
📸 Architecture and urban scenes
📸 Portrait opportunities with other members
📸 Photography tips and gear discussions
📸 Coffee and networking after the walk
**Who should join**
✅ Beginners
✅ Hobby photographers
✅ Professional photographers
✅ Content creators
✅ Travelers visiting Zurich
**Meeting point**
**📍 Central, Zurich**
We’ll walk together through the Old Town and along the lake, stopping whenever we find interesting photo opportunities.
Bring your camera, your curiosity, and your favorite lens.
Looking forward to meeting fellow photographers and building a photography community in Zurich.
Street Photography Workshop - Lucerne by Night!
More info on www.katjabouwman.com/workshops or visit my Instagram account katja_zuerich
In this workshop, we’ll explore the urban heart of Lucerne — starting at the train station and moving along the lakeside toward the edge of the Altstadt. From modern architecture to historic streets and lively public spaces, we’ll capture contrast, character, and atmosphere in one of Switzerland’s most photogenic cities.
Workshop-Details
Wo: Luzern Bahnhof
Zeit: 20:30 – 23:15 Uhr
Was du lernen wirst
* Lerne, wie du natürliches Licht und Schatten meisterhaft einsetzt, um ausdrucksstarke Schwarzweiss-Bilder zu gestalten.
* Echte und ungestellte Momente auf der Strasse mit Selbstvertrauen festhalten
* ICM (Intentional Camera Movement), eine kreative Technik, die absichtliche Kamerabewegungen mit einer langen Verschlusszeit kombiniert, um abstrakte, malerische Bilder zu schaffen
* Die Schönheit der Schwarzweiss-Strassenfotografie entdecken
Deine Teilnahme kostet 150 CHF.
Bitte melde dich direkt über meine Website an und sichere dir deinen Platz:
www.katjabouwman.com/workshops
Workshop Details
Where: Luzern Bahnhof
Time: 8:30 — 11:15 PM
What you’ll Learn
* Master how to use natural light and shadow to create striking black and white images
* Capture candid street moments with confidence
* Embrace ICM (Intentional Camera Movement), a creative technique that combines deliberate camera movement with a slow shutter speed to create abstract, painterly images
* Discover the timeless beauty of black and white street photography
Your participation costs 150 CHF.
Please register directly through my website to secure your spot:
www.katjabouwman.com/workshops
More info on www.katjabouwman.com/workshops or visit my Instagram account katja_zuerich
KINAM - Práctica psicofísica Tolteca
Te invito a practicar KINAM
Pero.. ¿qué es Kinam?
KINAM es un sistema de entrenamiento del cuerpo y la mente que tiene dos propósitos principales: armonizar al individuo de manera integral y acercarlo vivencialmente a las raíces del México antiguo (Anáhuac).
Sábado 4 de Julio a las 10am
Duración 1.5 horas
Práctica guiada en Español
Aportación voluntaria en efectivo
llevar ropa cómoda y tapete de yoga
En Josefwiese, Zurich
Ubicación:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/MWWEBCmEQJWznQWBA
más información sobre KINAM:
https://www.institutokinam.com
Práctica guiada por : @gracyatl.kinam
Whatsapp: +52 333 15 77602
NOTA: si llueve se cancela
THE LONGEVITY RESET: Breathwork, Yoga & Picnic
**Hosted by Longevity Cities – Zurich**
Join our Whatsapp group for updates about this and future events:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRPt2ag0P6LB8T0F364TSp?mode=gi_t
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**A nourishing morning of Breathwork, Classical Yoga, Meditation, Picnic, and Swimming by Lake Zurich**
* 🗓️ When: Sunday, 5 July, 09:15–12:15
* 📍 Location: Rentenwiese / Arboretum, Zürich
* 🎟️ Free to join
Join us for a longevity-oriented morning by the lake: a gentle gathering to **breathe, move, meditate, connect, and enjoy summer together**.
We’ll begin with grounding **breathwork** and **meditation**, followed by one hour of **Classical Yoga guided by Raj**. After the practice, we’ll stay for a relaxed **picnic** by the lake and an **optional swim**.
This morning is designed to support nervous system balance, mindful movement, recovery, and community — a simple way to start the day feeling calm, open, and recharged.
**Schedule**
* *09:15 — Arrival & Welcome*
* Settle in, meet the group, and find your space.
* *09:30 — Breathwork & Meditation*
* A grounding session to calm the mind, connect with the breath, and arrive fully in the body.
* *10:15 — Classical Yoga with Raj*
* One hour of authentic yogic practice including postures, breathing techniques, deep relaxation, and mindful awareness.
* *11:15 — Picnic by the Lake & Optional Swim*
* We’ll gather by the lake for a relaxed picnic and, for those who wish, a refreshing swim.
* *12:15 — Closing*
* A gentle closing to complete the morning.
**About the Teacher**
Raj is a Classical Yoga practitioner and teacher who guides people toward balance through authentic yogic practices rooted in timeless wisdom.
Classical Yoga nurtures the body, calms the mind, and supports deeper self-awareness, creating a strong foundation for long-term health, longevity, and daily well-being.
Raj’s approach combines traditional practices, including postures, breathing techniques, deep relaxation, and meditation, helping students cultivate mindfulness and live with greater clarity, balance, and fulfillment.
**What to Bring**
Please bring your own **food and drinks for the picnic**, a **yoga mat or towel**, **swimwear** if you’d like to swim, **sunscreen**, and anything else you need to feel comfortable outdoors.
**Good to Know**
No prior yoga, breathwork, or meditation experience is needed. Everyone is welcome.
Come as you are, bring something nourishing to eat, and enjoy a peaceful summer morning by the lake.
**About Longevity Zurich**
Longevity Zurich is part of the [Longevity Cities](https://longevity-cities.com/?utm_source=luma) network, a leading community and platform dedicated to accelerating the global longevity movement and making it accessible, open and human.
PM Session - Open Level Play
Welcome to the Open Level Play Session.
This session takes place every Saturday from 12:15 to 13:45 at the Yonex Badminton Hall Hardbrücke.
The number of players on the waitlist one week in advance determines the number of courts booked. If you are on the waitlist but can no longer attend, please remove yourself as early as possible.
Open to players of all skill levels.
This session is for doubles with a relaxed and social focus.
Ideal for casual play, improvement and meeting new players.
Payment can be made via TWINT after the session.
Ladies’ Coffee and Inspiration – 4th Books & Coffee Morning
**An inspiring start into the weekend!**
Bring your latest (or favorite) non-fiction, personal growth book.
Share your impressions, insights, recommendations.
Learn about other books for other brilliant women.
Get inspired by great conversation and connection.
NOTE: The number of participants is limited to 6, so please make sure to RSVP and change it if something comes up. Thanks!
Philosophy Events Near You
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Melancholia
Be prepared for an entirely different type of sci-fi movie!
Unofficially, the second movie in director Lars von Trier's "Depression Trilogy," 2011 Melancholia depicts the events that occur before a rogue planet is about to collide with the earth. Considered by many to be a masterpiece, the film was included in BFI's 2022 Sight and Sound Poll of the greatest movies of all time.
It is available at the library as well as on Kanopy.
Vision Loss Support Group: Adjustment to vision loss
This meeting will be a discussion about living your life with vision loss. For some, the incremental or sudden loss of vision is traumatic and hopeless. Our group assures those with vision loss that adjustment is possible and necessary. Through their lived experience, our participants support and encourage all.
You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.
Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Main Library, Meeting Room 2B
Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen).
Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection.
All backgrounds are welcome.
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!
Directing and Lighting Your Shoot
**Don’t miss your opportunity to learn from a duo with over 16 years of experience combined. During this demonstration event, you can expect to learn how to direct and guide your creative vision through lighting and communication to your model. We guarantee you will leave this event feeling more confident to try new lighting set ups to match up with your anticipated outcome. Finding the right way to express your vision is key to getting your model to pose accordingly, so we got you there too! To take this even further, think about signing up for a tutorial spot following the demonstration.**
***Note: this is a demonstration event only, you will not shoot your own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.***
**Following the demonstration will be a tutorial/coaching event - sign up separately if you are interested at**
https://calendar.app.google/ZcHb4CQB2rrV3U7j9
**Save and book both for $199 (discounted from $215; the discount will be applied on the Tutorial invoice).**
Central Ohio Mens Group - Currently Accepting New Members
This is not an event, but an announcement that we are accepting new members. If you'd like to pursue joining our group, please read the "about us" section and then write us at columbusmensgroup@gmail.com with a few paragraphs about yourself, what you'd like to experience in the group, and the contribution that you'd like to make. Thank you!


























