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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. Despite our RSVP numbers here on Meetup, we almost always have at least 20 people participating weekly. 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.

**Welcome to our summer picnic, held in collaboration with the [Finnish Testing Meetup Group!](https://www.meetup.com/finland-testing-meetup-group/)** We will be having a casual get-together, no theme or speakers. Bring your own picnic blanket, snacks and drinks. Feel free to come to network, discuss, and enjoy the sun with us! **Venue** Vanha Kirkkopuisto, Bulevardi, 00120 Helsinki In case of rain, the event will be most likely held at Bar Loose (Annakatu 21, 00100 Helsinki) **We are excited to welcome you to our summer picnic!** Best Regards, The Organizing Team

**FTMG & FGIQA Summer Picnic!** Welcome to our summer picnic, held in collaboration with the [Finnish Gaming Industry QA Meetup Group](https://www.meetup.com/finnish-game-industry-qa-meetup-group)! We will be having a casual get-together, no theme or speakers. Bring your own picnic blanket, snacks and drinks Feel free to come to network, discuss and enjoy the sun with us! Venue: Vanha Kirkkopuisto, Bulevardi, 00120 Helsinki In case of rain, the event will be most likely held at Bar Loose (Annakatu 21, 00100 Helsinki) **Warmly welcoming you all,** **Brgds FTMG & FGIQA organizers;** [Nina](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninaperta/), [Szilard](https://www.linkedin.com/in/szellszilard/), [Jani,](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jani-gronman/) [Jamina](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaminapollanen/) and [Mikko](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikko-paloheimo/)

Learning Finnish in Finland can be difficult because Finns tend to switch to English. That is one of the reasons people like our Finnish language café: you get to practice Finnish with Finns :) The events are completely free and there is always a native speaker to facilitate the conversation and to help find the right words. The coffee is good too ☕😋🇦🇹 Tervetuloa! When? ⏰ Usually Tuesday to Friday from 15:00 - 16:00 Where? 📍 In a cozy Viennese coffee house: The Good Coffee Company, Eerikinkatu 33, Helsinki The Good Coffee Company A Taste of Vienna 🇦🇹 Eerikinkatu 33, 00180 Helsinki Please visit our Facebook page for updates and changes: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodCoffeeCompany/events

We organize retreats where people can reveal the mechanisms of their minds, connect with themselves, their potential and others. Are you interested to hear more about these events? Do you want to ask questions regarding the retreats? This evening is for you! We open a space in Bokvillan for you to meet the retreat facilitators, discuss openly, listen and ask questions if you want to. See you there!

Here’s an opportunity to learn Swedish over a good cup of coffee or tea ☕😋🇦🇹 for free! The events are free and there is always a native speaker to facilitate the conversation and to help find the right words. In addition, we offer free (yes, free) coffee, tea, and biscuits to participants! På svenska, men på olika sätt Att prata med folk på café kan vara både nöje och utmaning. Hos oss serverar vi kaffe med mycket glädje och inspiration. Tillsammans lyssnar, pratar, läser, berättar eller skriver vi nyfiket och glatt oavsett om du har den finlandssvenska kulturen redan i blodet eller vill bekanta dig med den. Vi erbjuder deltagarna gratis kaffe eller te med lite tilltugg. When? ⏰ Usually Thursdays at 16:00 Where? 📍 In a cozy Viennese café: The Good Coffee Company, Eerikinkatu 33, Helsinki Välkommen! **The Good Coffee Company** **A Taste of Vienna 🇦🇹** Eerikinkatu 33, 00180 Helsinki Please visit our Facebook Page for updates and changes: **[https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodCoffeeCompany/events](https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodCoffeeCompany/events)**

【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, Academy Li-Ning Super 1000 Victor Smash It 1, 2, 3 Ling Mei 70, 80, 90 Ling Mei Gold, Black Yonex Aerosansa 30, 20, 10 NCS Pro, MAX * 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/)

【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/)

THANK GOD IT'S FRIDAY! Welcome to pay a visit to BTCHEL HUB every Friday from 10am to 6pm, as we launch a new meetup concept: BTCHEL Fridays! BTCHEL Fridays is when the community hub has open doors for anyone to pay a visit, when the active Helsinki bitcoiner scene gathers together under one roof. The BTCHEL Hub is a versatile physical space for workshops, meetups, parties, movie nights, game nights and of course, co-working office where all the members are building together! Join us every friday at your convince! Coffee is on the house ☕️ You'll find us from google maps! Learn more about us from BTCHEL.com

Come join us for a padel session in Helsinki! No need to be good at it — this is more about moving a bit, laughing, and meeting new people. We’ll play some casual games, switch partners if needed, and keep it friendly. Beginners are very welcome. After the game, we can sit, grab coffee, or something small nearby if people feel like staying longer. Bring indoor shoes, water, and comfortable clothes. Come alone or with a friend, both are totally fine! 🎾 Join our WhatsApp group for padel here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ekwau7jlD1A1OdKmorbIVb?mode=gi_t

Bitcoin meetup - meet the local bitcoiners, network, present your projects and ideas or just hang out! Topics include everything that remotely touches Bitcoin.

Join us for a relaxed badminton session followed by coffee or drinks nearby. No need to be an advanced player. The goal is to stay active, have fun, and meet new people. Bring: * Indoor shoes * Water bottle * Racket (if you have one) Join our group community on WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BH5hev3E95IGN2Q0aSBeEl?mode=gi_t

You're welcome to join us for our film club featuring classic movies from all decades! After the screening, we'll gather somewhere nearby to discuss the film and share our appreciation for the art of cinema. -- This time our featured film is Ryan Coogler's Creed (yes, that's the weird sequel to Rocky), screening for free at Malja Outdoor Cinema: > ***Creed*** is a 2015 American [sports](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sports_film "Sports film") [drama film](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drama_(film_and_television) "Drama (film and television)") directed by [Ryan Coogler](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ryan_Coogler "Ryan Coogler"), who co-wrote the screenplay with [Aaron Covington](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aaron_Covington "Aaron Covington"). It is the seventh installment in the *[Rocky](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocky_(franchise) "Rocky (franchise)")*[ franchise](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocky_(franchise) "Rocky (franchise)"), and serves as a [spin-off](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spin-off_(media) "Spin-off (media)")/[sequel](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standalone_sequel "Standalone sequel") to *[Rocky Balboa](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocky_Balboa_(film) "Rocky Balboa (film)")* (2006). It stars [Michael B. Jordan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_B._Jordan "Michael B. Jordan"), [Sylvester Stallone](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sylvester_Stallone "Sylvester Stallone"), [Tessa Thompson](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tessa_Thompson "Tessa Thompson"), [Phylicia Rashad](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phylicia_Rashad "Phylicia Rashad"), [Tony Bellew](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Bellew "Tony Bellew"), and [Graham McTavish](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graham_McTavish "Graham McTavish"). In the film, amateur boxer [Adonis Creed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adonis_Creed "Adonis Creed") (Jordan) is trained and mentored by [Rocky Balboa](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocky_Balboa "Rocky Balboa") (Stallone), the former rival turned friend of Adonis' father, [Apollo Creed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Creed "Apollo Creed"). > *Creed* had its premiere on November 19, 2015, at the [Regency Village Theater](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regency_Village_Theater "Regency Village Theater") in Los Angeles and was released in the United States on November 25, by [Warner Bros. Pictures](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warner_Bros._Pictures "Warner Bros. Pictures"), to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the date of the opening scene in the [first film](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocky "Rocky"). It grossed $174.1 million worldwide and received widespread acclaim from critics[\[13\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creed_(film)#cite_note-13) who praised Coogler's direction, the screenplay, and acting performances. Among its accolades, it was selected by [National Board of Review](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Board_of_Review "National Board of Review") as one of the [top ten films of 2015](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Board_of_Review_Awards_2015#Top_10_Films "National Board of Review Awards 2015"), while Stallone won the [National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actor](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Board_of_Review_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actor "National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actor"), the [Critics' Choice Award for Best Supporting Actor](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broadcast_Film_Critics_Association_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actor "Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actor"), and [Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Globe_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actor_%E2%80%93_Motion_Picture "Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture"), and was nominated for the [Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Award_for_Best_Supporting_Actor "Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor"). The film was followed by *[Creed II](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creed_II "Creed II")* (2018) and *[Creed III](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creed_III "Creed III")* (2023). The film is the first film in the franchise to have been produced by Stallone. This screening is free, so just show up and sit down to enjoy the movie with us. In case of rain, the movie will be screening inside the restaurant.

BACK TO CABS!!! Come to CABS Friday 7/10 & Saturday 7/11 - return to CABS as we come back from Origins and the 4th of July Holiday Break. Come play the new games added to the library at Origins!!!

**Get your creative flow going with a Saturday Afternoon Maker Meetup!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Parsons Avenue Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

Join us for a great day of gaming at CABS!!! Your first visit is FREE!!!

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

BACK TO CABS!!! Come to CABS Friday 7/10 & Saturday 7/11 - return to CABS as we come back from Origins and the 4th of July Holiday Break. Come play the new games added to the library at Origins!!!

Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it? How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp. This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.