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(English below) "Kann ein Walfisch ein Wellensittich sein?" \~> Natürlich nicht! "Kann ein Fenster ein Getränk sein?" \~> Jeder weis, das ist unmöglich. "Kann eine Demokratie eine Republik sein?" "Kann eine Vermutung eine Meinung sein?" "Ist etwas zu begreifen das Selbe wie etwas zu verstehen?" \~> Tja, jetzt wird's schwierig! Und es wird spannend... Nichts regt dermaßen zum nachdenken an wie dieses neue Gesellschaftsspiel. Die Spielregeln: 1. Jeder schreibt einen Begriff auf einen Zettel. 2. Die Zettel werden paarweise gezogen. 3. Per Beamer werfen wir die Bedeutung der zwei Wörter an die Wand. 4. jeder kann per Laptop oder Smartphone die Bedeutung ergänzen / editieren, muss dafür ggf. Beispiele angeben warum etwas gleich sein können soll, oder nie gleich sein kann. 5. nach einer Zeit fällt niemandem mehr etwas ein. Unterschiede und Gemeinsamkeiten zwischen den beiden Wörtern sind deutlich herausgearbeitet. Dann wird der Punktestand gezählt: (+1) Jeder verbliebene neue Beitrag in der Bedeutung ergibt einen Pluspunkt (-2) aber jeder wieder gelöschte neue Beitrag gibt zwei Minuspunkte. (+5) jede Verbesserung der bisherigen Bedeutung in Reclue ergibt plus 5 Pluspunkte Die Auffassungen aller Mitspieler werden viel klarer, erst recht wenn man häufig mitspielt. Und die Gewinner mit der höchsten Punktezahl erhalten den Preis des Tages. Das Spiel funktioniert auch mehrsprachig. Der Ort wird in kürze bekannt gegeben. \*\*\* english version \*\*\* "Can a whale be a parakeet?" \~> Of course not! "Can a window be a drink?" \~> Everyone knows that's impossible. "Can a democracy be a republic?" "Can a conjecture be an opinion?" "Is grasping something the same as understanding something?" \~> Well, now it gets tricky! And it gets exciting... Nothing stimulates thought quite like this new party game. The rules: 1. Everyone writes a term on a slip of paper. 2. The slips of paper are drawn in pairs. 3. We project the meaning of the two words onto the wall using a projector. 4. Everyone can add to/edit the meaning using a laptop or smartphone, and must provide examples of why something could be the same, or could never be the same. 5. After a while, no one can think of anything else. The differences and similarities between the two words are clearly highlighted. Then the score is tallied: (+1) Each new entry adding meaning earns one point. (-2) However, each deleted entry deducts two points. (+5) Each improvement on the existing meaning in Reclue earns five points. The understanding of all players becomes much clearer, especially with frequent play. And the winners with the highest score receive the prize of the day. The game also works in multiple languages. The location will be published soon.

[📷 ](https://www.instagram.com/vegan_chick_mskmtur?fbclid=IwY2xjawOK22FleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbitbXoU3FnkspxIZvRmssv6tepVyhbNdL3A695SsVa-mWP4ByJWjg9V8g_aem_yfVXApbyzLlBecsYlvwnbQ)**[Scenes from Our Last Kitchen Gathering](https://www.instagram.com/vegan_chick_mskmtur?fbclid=IwY2xjawOK22FleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbitbXoU3FnkspxIZvRmssv6tepVyhbNdL3A695SsVa-mWP4ByJWjg9V8g_aem_yfVXApbyzLlBecsYlvwnbQ)** **Update:** **WAITLIST** **only via WhatsApp 📱**Misaki: +49 (0)162 835 4031 🙏 **Please read everything and only book a spot if you genuinely plan to attend, and confirm your attendance via meetup DM** 📩 Thank you! 🎄 **About This Event** 🎄 Just like every year, we’ll be hosting a meetup on Christmas Eve, and we’d love for you to join us 😊 Twinkling lights, sizzling grills, and warm crêpes make for a fun holiday evening. We’ll grill seasonal veggies, make crêpes, and share a table with everyone’s contributions — enjoying tasty food, good conversation, and a relaxed, cheerful atmosphere. ✨ **This is a solo-friendly event** — come on your own and leave with new friends and holiday cheer. 🍽 **How It Works** 🍽 **Everyone brings two things.** This isn’t a potluck — we’ll prep together! Chop, slice, mix, or arrange your contributions alongside the basics we provide. Have fun during grill time! Come hungry, curious, and ready for a fun, interactive cooking meetup. **Details at a glance** 💴 **Fee:** €5 cash (covers shared ingredients, pantry staples) 🧺 **Please Bring:** **One vegetable and one vegan item of your choice** to grill or enjoy as sides. 🥔 **Provided:** Salad,potatoes, tofu-based vegan meatballs (soy), onions, crape dough (spelt,rice.millet based) cooking equipment, tea,pantry staples, oils, seasonings, and additional beans or bean products.I’ll also provide some **vegan cheese**, but you could bring your favorite one. **Schedule** 16:00–16:15 \| Welcome & introductions 16:15–17:30 \| Ingredient prep: chopping\, assembling sides & getting the raclette grill ready 17:30–19:30ish \| Shared vegan meal & warm goodbyes ⚠️ Allergies & Food Intolerances As each participant brings different ingredients, the **full menu cannot be confirmed in advance** and will take shape once we begin cooking together. ⚠️This is a vegan cooking event, so please make sure not to bring any dairy or other animal-based products by mistake 🙏 Meeting Point: Levetzowstr. 13 (EG), 10555 Berlin (7 min walk from S-Tiergarten / U9 Hansaplatz / U9 Turmstraße) ✨Why Join?✨ 🍀 Meet international friends of all ages 🍀 Enjoy a vegan-friendly Christmas Eve 🍀 Connect and share the holiday spirit. This group is limited to 8 people. For this event, I’ll open up my private kitchen. **About the Host** **[Hi! I'm Misaki](https://amaranthmisaki.wixsite.com/my-site?fbclid=IwAR0Li96sQSSBsf_-ivjXOvjJcFVigxABE28yhLYrmCLyzRoy161p2ugiR4w)**[ ](https://amaranthmisaki.wixsite.com/my-site?fbclid=IwAR0Li96sQSSBsf_-ivjXOvjJcFVigxABE28yhLYrmCLyzRoy161p2ugiR4w)— I’m a certified vegan/plant-based nutritionist. I love sharing simple, healthy vegan cooking ideas, but this event is not a cooking class. We’ll meet, cook together, and explore some effortless ideas for holiday gatherings. Looking forward to sharing inspiration with you!

It seems that December 24th is going to be a sunny day, so let's walk through the grassy grounds around Hobrechtsfelde! The land around Hobrechtsfelde was used for more than 100 years for the - nowadays weirdly sounding - combination of septic drainage and agriculture. These times are gone now and the area have been renaturated and is used now for various ecological projects. On the dry grassy grounds scattered with bushes and trees, cattle and Konik horses are roaming. Through gates, it is possible for visitors to walk through these areas. A bit to the north is the Schönower Heide. This area was once used as military training ground and is marked by the very sandy ground which only allows sparse vegetation. We'll meet on Wednesday at 12:08 at the S-Bahn station Zepernick on the S2 line. From there ... * ... we'll walk through to village Hobrechtsfelde * walk a round though the surrounding area and cross the meadows and possibly meet some animals * walk through the Schönower Heide We will finish our hike at the S-Bahn station Karow which is also on the S2 line. The hike will be about 16 km long. The area has many things to see and discover, so its also possible to slightly deviate from the route and browse a bit. Important things to note: * This is an easy hike with a relatively long distance. Thus, you should wear suitable shoes. Expect some muddy and wet and possibly icy grounds. * You are all responsible for yourself. None of us is mountain guide or something like that. * There won't be too many Späties along the route, so have enough water and food with you. * Please note that the number of participants is limited, because at a certain size a group gets virtually unmanageable. As the demand may be higher than the number of available spots, please be fair and only RSVP if you are sure that you can make it. If you learn later that you cannot take part, please update your RSVP accordingly.

Christmas Eve will be a cold but partly sunny day. We will meet on the west side of the Pichelsberg S-Bahn station, on the platform, and start the hike from the end point (https://www.komoot.com/tour/2692511554). Please prepare for a rather speedy hike. (Bring comfortable shoes, for example.) We will have a break at Grunewaldturm, but the café/restaurant there will be closed. However, there is an outdoor seating area with benches and tables where we can hopefully sit and enjoy the food we have brought with us. Towards the end of the hike, we will leave the track to visit the Indian restaurant Rasam (Wasgenstraße), where I have made a reservation (to ensure that the restaurant is open on Christmas Eve). If you need to contact other participants during the hike (for example, to find out where to meet us if you are running late), use this WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EwJh4rtVLywHI025XOVsaj . For all other purposes, especially socialising and posting photos, please use the Telegram subgroup 'Event Chat & Photos': https://t.me/addlist/KAOk2PA4BDE0ZTY8 . The hike will take place if at least 6 people sign up. As long as there are more than 6 people, you can sign up and cancel as many times as you like. If there are 6 or less people, please avoid cancelling, as this might make the other participants feel insecure about whether the hike will take place (or whether there is something wrong with the hike and they should cancel as well --> [Matthew effect - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_effect)). If there are less than 6 participants, the hike will also take place unless the majority of the participants are in favor of canceling the hike.

The Minority Report is a weekly stand-up comedy show about identity, culture, and the expat experience. Are you a minority in Europe? Did something weird, awkward, or low-key offensive happen to you this week? This is the space to vent your feelings about it. Every week, comedians Bryan Lee and Moe Singleton take the stage to unpack life as outsiders, offering their unique commentary on topics like race, masculinity, relationships, and life between cultures. Add weekly special guest comedians and “question time” with the audience, and you’ve got Berlin’s most unhinged comedy experience. 🎟️ Want to warm up before the show? Check out our comedy workshop – a beginner-friendly stand-up class with Bryan and Moe, hosted just before the show.

FLINTA Creative + Academic Writing Circle (Berlin / hybrid) Are you writing a thesis, a paper, a story, or simply searching for your voice? This circle offers a safe and supportive space for FLINTA writers to meet weekly, share writing time, and exchange feedback. ✏️ We begin each session with a short warm-up exercise (creative or reflective). 📖 Then, we write together in quiet focus. 💬 Finally, we share thoughts, questions, or fragments. Whether you’re working on research, poetry, essays, or personal projects — you’ll find companionship and accountability

**Join Us for Christmas Candlelight at the American Church in Berlin** **English-language worship with traditional liturgy** Celebrate Christmas Eve with us at our Candlelight Service! Join us in person for a beautiful service filled with candlelight, timeless readings, and your favorite Christmas hymns. It’s a peaceful and joyful way to welcome Christmas—whether you come with family, friends, or on your own. Before and after the service, you are invited to enjoy fellowship along with traditional Christmas treats. This service will be a bit more brief at one hour long. Don’t miss this heartwarming tradition. We look forward to celebrating with you! [ACB Website](www.americanchurchberlin.de)

Jeden Monat gibt es den thematischen Brettspielabend an dem wir vorwiegend etwas längere Kennerspiele zu einem bestimmten Thema spielen werden. Etwas Erfahrung mit Brettspielen solltet ihr deshalb schon mitbringen. Ein paar Spiele bringen wir immer mit, ihr seid aber gerne dazu eingeladen eure eigenen Lieblingsspiele mitzubringen. Falls ihr keine eigenen Spiele besitzt, gibt es mittlerweile in allen städtischen Bibliotheken eine gute Spieleauswahl. Spiele die z.B. auf den Tisch kommen: Flügelschlag, Dune Imperium, Die Weisse Burg, Harmonies, 7Wonders Auf Grund des begrenzten Platzes meldet euch bitte per Email an. Das aktuelle Monatsthema könnt ihr auch per Email erfragen: [meeplemoabit@gmx.de](mailto:meeplemoabit@gmx.de) Eintritt und Getränke auf Spendenbasis.

Get ready to unleash your creativity and make unique taper candles at the Dip, Dye & Design workshop in Berlin! Step into a world of color and creativity. In this playful, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to transform simple taper candles into bold, vibrant pieces of art using different dipping and dyeing techniques. No experience needed - just curiosity and a love for color. You’ll be guided through each step by our team at Galleria Lucia’s Berlin atelier, where you’ll experiment with different candle colors, try new effects, and create your own set of beautifully unique taper candles. There’s no limit to creativity - whether you love subtle gradients or wild color clashes, this class is all about expression. What’s included: * All materials and tools provided * 10 vegan stearin taper candles (sustainable and paraffin-free) * A wide selection of colors to mix and match * Professional guidance throughout the session * Complimentary drinks (wine or tea) during the workshop * 10% discount on all Galleria Lucia candles after the class * Option to decorate additional candles for €2 each Details: * Duration: 90 minutes * Skill level: All levels welcome * Materials: 100% vegan stearin, non-toxic, sustainable, and cruelty-free Take home: Your own collection of colorful, hand-dyed taper candles - perfect for gifts, table settings, or adding a touch of art to your everyday life.You’ll also leave with valuable knowledge on how to recognize and choose sustainable, non-toxic candles in the future - so you can light consciously and beautifully.

If you’re staying in Berlin over Christmas and feel like some nature and fresh air, join us for a refreshing Boxing Day hike around Tegeler See. 🌲🌊 We’ll start from Tegel S-Bahn, head through the woods, then follow a scenic path along the Havel/Tegeler See before looping back to where we started. Expect forest trails, lakeside views and a relaxed vegan lunch break by the water. ### 🔔 Important note about RSVP Meetup will show the event as “full”, but **please RSVP anyway** and I’ll move people to the “Going” list manually so we keep a balanced, comfortable group. **It’s not first come, first served** – your RSVP answers simply help with planning. ### 📍 When & where * **Date:** Friday, 26 December (Boxing Day) * **Meeting time:** 11:00 * **Meeting point:** **Tegel S-Bahn (S25)** * **Route distance:** \~16 km, moderate effort * **Total duration:** 5–6 hours (depending on pace and including lunch break) ### 🌱 Vegan-friendly reminder Please bring **only plant-based food and drinks** – especially as sharing is common in this group. ### 🧳 What to bring * Comfortable walking/hiking shoes * Weather-appropriate layers (it *is* December in Berlin 👀) * Enough vegan food & water for the day * Something to sit on for the lunch break (optional but nice) * Your dog, if they enjoy hikes and are friendly with people and other dogs 🐾 * Curiosity, kindness and good energy 🍃 ### ⚠️ A few practical notes Everyone is responsible for their **own safety and comfort**. Please bring whatever you personally need for a winter hike: water, rain/sun protection, medication, warm layers, etc. **Weather check:** If there’s a serious rain forecast, the event will be **postponed** to another date. 🌧️ Looking forward to a cosy, nature-filled Boxing Day 🌲✨

This is a **cutting shapes (UK shuffle)** class for beginner and intermediate shufflers. This time, we'll focus on **basic cutting shapes steps** and practice a few short combos (comining two or three steps). **Beginner shufflers** will have the chance to learn these basic steps for the first time or get (another) chance to practice them. **Intermediate shufflers** will learn to vary these basic steps with additional leg and arm movements, learn to combine them in new ways and keep practicing their foundations. If you're a complete beginner and wanna try some basic moves by yourself before the class, you can watch this video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xOAJA598uk But you don't have to - don't worry and come just by! **What you need to bring with you:** **Shoes**: If you'd prefer not to shuffle in socks, please bring a pair of dedicated clean athletic shoes with white soles. **Water**: because Shuffling is like an intense cardio workout :) Teacher: Ina P.S. You're welcome to join our Telegram group where we share choreos, combos, music, etc. https://t.me/joinchat/73TM5UceauA5YmQy

Connect with your senses in our scented candle making workshop and have complete creative control over your festive candles this Christmas! Learn the art of candle making in the heart of Berlin. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the different types of waxes, wicks, and fragrances used in candle crafting and learn what to look for when choosing quality, sustainable candles in the future. Our instructor will guide you through every stage of the process, sharing professional tips on blending fragrances, coloring wax, and designing your own candle finish. You’ll have access to a wide selection of premium fragrance oils - from soft florals to deep, smoky notes - and the freedom to add personal touches such as color accents, shimmering finishes, and your own custom label. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a beautiful candle you designed yourself - sustainable, scented, and made with love. The workshop is designed to be relaxing and inspiring - a chance to connect with your senses, meet like-minded people, and unwind in a calm, creative space surrounded by candlelight. All materials are provided and are 100% natural, vegan, and plastic-free. Participants also receive 10% off all Galleria Lucia candles on the day of the workshop. What’s included: * All materials and tools (100% soy wax, vegan, sustainable, and cruelty-free) * Guidance from Galleria Lucia’s candle-making team * Wide selection of premium fragrance oils and finishes * Your own handmade candle to take home * Complimentary drinks ( wine, tea) during the workshop * 10% discount on all Galleria Lucia candles after the class Details: * Duration: 120 minutes * Group size: up to 10 people * All candles are non-toxic and safe to burn around kids and pets

Silent Book Club is a group of book lovers who enjoy reading together in public. All books and all readers are welcome. (Kindly RSVP 'yes' only if you can make it, so we can save a seat for you and our fellow readers on the waitlist!) This page-turning party will unfold in the Café (1st floor) at the Bode Museum. There's no entrance fee, but please order at least one item from the cafe and don't bring any outside drinks :) No quizzes, no pressure, no assigned books - just a group of book-loving souls basking in the beauty of silent reading. **Our thrilling agenda:** 10:30 am - 11:00 am - Arrivals, ordering drinks/food (social time) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - The Great Quiet Reading Hour (where silence is the star) 12:00 pm - 13:00 pm - Optional socializing, share your reading adventures or just keep exploring the pages Stay for lunch, and who knows? You might just find your next favorite book over a pizza. NB: If you plan to go for lunch, please consider bringing cash, as some restaurants only accept card payments after a certain amount.

Meet up and join us this Saturday! Whether you're a long-time resident or just travelling through, come and meet new people to have fun, make new friends and enjoy your Saturday evening in a safe and welcoming environment at one of Berlins fantastic bars (and then there's always people who want to go to a club afterwards). This week we're heading for the first time to the fantabulous **Tabula Rasa** (see link to location). We always have several organisers there (male and female), so come say hello to us! We care to make sure that everyones enjoys themselves and we have **no tolerance for bad behaviour or creepiness.** **Follow us on Insta:** @siphappens.berlin **Join us on Telegram:** t.me/siphappens_berlin **👉 Other important notes:** \- 🍸 The locations we visit are bars and clubs\, they are businesses and we are able to keep these events free ONLY if people buy drinks\. Please respect the locations and the event by making purchases \- 🦹‍♂️ Remember to keep an eye on your belongings and prioritize your own well\-being\. We are not responsible for any lost items or personal issues\. \- 📷 By attending our events\, you consent to being photographed or filmed\. Photos and videos taken during the events may be shared on our social media\. If you do not wish to appear in the photos or if you appear in a photo that we post that you would like removed\, please send us a private message as soon as possible on Instagram \(@siphappens\.berlin\)

Join us for lunch at True Food Kitchen in Easton as we celebrate the New Year and our friendships!

How do we recover from having had a toxic or narcissistic ex? How do we move on from the past, especially something as traumatic as a divorce or breakup? How do we avoid anxiety and depression? How do we have more self esteem? In this meeting, you will learn the mental health secrets to help you quickly get over the past and heal your mind. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.

You must check into with the host and say you are with Suzie or Columbus Meetup To get the drink specials you must check in before 8:30 pm These are the drinks specials: $3 Domestic Draft- Miller Lite & Coors Light $3 Well Liquor Cocktails (no doubles/no redbull/no shots) $4 Vizzy Seltzers $5 Select Call Liquor-Titos, Bacardi, Bombay, Cazadores Reposado, & Jack Daniels (no doubles/no redbull/no shots) $5 Select Shots- White Tea Shots & Fireball

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

CHANGED to WEDNESDAYS 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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Wild Ones: Annual Native Seed Swap January 10, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Join Wild Ones Columbus for their annual native seeds swap. If you have native seeds to share, please label them with the Latin name and common name. The seeds don’t need to be removed from the seed head if you aren’t sure how to do it, but remove as much stem as possible. Bringing seeds is not required. Bring bags or envelopes to store seeds. Inniswood Metro Gardens 940 S. Hempstead Rd. Westerville, OH 43081 Phone (614)895-6216 This event will be held in the Greenhouse/Multipurpose Building located near the east end of the parking lot. Click here to see the Inniswood map. If you have native seeds to share, label each species with this information: * Botanical Name * Common Name Species we will accept: * Species native to our ecoregion (8.2.4) - Best * Species native to Ohio and surrounding states - Good * Straight species only - no cultivars. The seeds don’t need to be removed from the seed head if you aren’t sure how to do it, but don’t leave much stem on the seed heads. Please email the list of species to Mary May so we can prepare information for attendees. You can bring the seeds on the day of the swap, or we can arrange to have them picked up beforehand - just let her know in the email. If you don’t have any seeds to bring, no worries. If you are new to native plants or didn't have time to collect seeds, there are ALWAYS plenty from those that do bring them! We love to see "newbies" at our seed exchange! Also, remember to bring something to put seeds in such as envelopes, paper bags or containers.