Scandinavian Languages

Hey everyone! It’s time for another Kemi Meetup. Whether you’re looking to practice a new language or just meet some awesome people in the city, this is the place to be! **How it works:** We will have designated tables based on the languages you speak (or want to learn). Just find your flag and start chatting! 🗣️✨ 📅 **When:** Saturday, 25 April 2026 ⏰ **Time:** 19:30 (7:30 PM) onwards 📍 **Where:** **KOI Kemang** *** **Why join us?** * **Language Tables:** Dedicated spots for English, Germany, Japanese, Chinese, and more (depending on who shows up!). * **Great Vibes:** KOI Kemang’s cozy atmosphere is perfect for a Saturday night. * **New Friends:** Meet locals and expats alike. **Note:** Please RSVP so we can get an accurate headcount for the tables! 📝 See you all there! 🥂☕️ [[Click This Whatsapp Groupchat Link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/I8piLGquTos5Ty8i1Q6cl1)]

**Join us for an extraordinary journey through Indonesia's rich artistic heritage at the prestigious National Gallery of Indonesia, followed by a delightful evening hangout at Melly's Garden!** This Saturday afternoon-to-evening meetup promises to be an engaging blend of art, culture, dining, and social connection that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for Indonesia's creative spirit and Jakarta's vibrant social scene. **Part 1: Art Gallery Vibes (Afternoon)** The National Gallery of Indonesia is one of the country's leading art institutions, showcasing an inspiring collection of Indonesian and international artworks. From classic masterpieces to contemporary expressions, this meetup will transform your typical gallery visit into an interactive cultural and artistic exploration. **Part 2: Garden Nights (Evening)** After exploring Indonesia's fascinating history, we'll transition to the charming ambiance of Melly's Garden for dinner, drinks, and continued conversation. This cozy garden restaurant offers the perfect setting to unwind, share stories from the museum, and enjoy Jakarta's evening atmosphere with your new friends. This is a fun and social event, perfect for making new friends and connecting with the active and friendly Jakarta Social Community. Everyone is welcome! **Event Details:** **Date:** Saturday, 25th of April **Museum Time:** 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM **Location:** National Gallery of Indonesia (Galeri Nasional Indonesia) [https://maps.app.goo.gl/dwBQDeaVuatF93EfA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/dwBQDeaVuatF93EfA) **Meeting Point:** Main entrance lobby of the gallery **Price:** 50k IDR. Pay at the door Please make sure to use the google maps location. I'm not sure if the location on meet up is correct. *** **Melly's Garden Time:** 7:00 PM onwards **Location:** Melly's Garden, **Cost:** Pay for your own food and drinks (various menu options available) *** **Optional:** Feel free to join us for just one part or stay for the complete experience! **📢 IMPORTANT: Attendance Reconfirmation Required** To ensure accurate headcounts and reduce no-shows, we're implementing an updated reconfirmation system for all events. **Here's how it works:** * All events start with unlimited RSVPs. * 4 days before each event, a reconfirmation form will be posted in the event comments. * You must reconfirm ASAP by submitting the form. Your spot is guaranteed only after you reconfirm. * The form closes once we reach the target attendance number. * Anyone who hasn’t reconfirmed when the form closes will be removed from the attendee list. * If you can’t attend, change your status to Not Going. **Two‑strike rule: If you don’t reconfirm and don’t change to your status to Not Going two times, you will be removed from the group.** Thanks for helping us keep things running smoothly. Looking forward to seeing you all there. If you have any questions, please feel free to let me know here or join our friendly and active WhatsApp Group Chat: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FBQsf4Cv4yWACNs9gbiYNH](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FBQsf4Cv4yWACNs9gbiYNH) Instagram:[ https://www.instagram.com/jakartasocialgroup](https://www.instagram.com/jakartasocialgroup)

We are going to discuss the book with the title, "QUIET" by Susan Cain. It's an interesting book about The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking. If you are interested in managing organization or self improvement or understanding people, this book can give you some tips and useful insights. Let's discuss and share your opinion here. This event will be for those who have already read the book or haven't read it but curious about this book. How to find us? Please mention Meet Up to the waiter, they will show you the table. This event is FREE. \*) \*) Since we are in a coffee shop, we need your understanding for making a purchase of at least a glass/cup of drink :) Venue : Tenun Coffee Roasters, SCBD Area Jl. Tulodong Bawah No.D-1, Senayan, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12190

Your body can stand almost anything. It's your mind that you have to convince.

👋 **Hei, kamu yang percaya hal besar selalu dimulai dari obrolan kecil...** ​ Nggak ada komunitas yang langsung besar dan kuat. Semuanya mulai dari beberapa orang yang mau duduk bareng, ngobrol jujur, dan sepakat untuk saling jaga. Persis kayak yang kita mulai di sini. ☕ ​Dan kalau fondasinya udah bener dari awal, krisis sebesar apapun nggak akan mudah ngegoyahin. 🪨 ​Di meetup kali ini, kita akan ngobrol santai tentang bagaimana komunitas bisa menjadi fondasi penting dalam membangun ekosistem Bitcoin yang kuat dan tahan krisis. Karena di balik teknologi yang hebat, selalu ada orang-orang yang saling belajar, saling berbagi perspektif, dan saling menguatkan. ​Lewat diskusi ringan di meja kopi, kita bakal membahas bagaimana komunitas bisa menjadi ruang untuk bertukar ide, memperluas wawasan, dan menjaga semangat kolaborasi di tengah situasi ekonomi yang sering berubah. Dari percakapan kecil, sering kali muncul pemahaman besar. 💡 ​Jadi kalau kamu ingin ngobrol, bertukar pikiran, atau sekadar mendengar sudut pandang baru tentang Bitcoin dan komunitasnya, tempat ini terbuka buat kamu. ​🧡 Karena kadang perjalanan memahami Bitcoin jadi lebih bermakna ketika dijalani bersama. Sampai jumpa di meetup! 📌 Info Penting:🔸 **Tiket GRATIS**! Tapi peserta diwajibkan membeli makan/minum sendiri selama acara🔸 Tidak ada promosi **altcoin**, **NFT**, atau **token kripto** lainnya🔸 Hanya membahas **Bitcoin** — teknologi, nilai, dan dampaknya bagi dunia 🔗 **Tentang Kami**🟠[ Bitcoin Indonesia](https://x.com/bitcoinindo21) adalah inisiatif nirlaba yang bertujuan untuk:🕊️ Menyebarkan pemahaman tentang **Bitcoin** sebagai alat pembebasan individu⚖️ Mendorong **kedaulatan finansial** melalui edukasi netral📚 Menyediakan konten **open-source** yang bisa digunakan siapa pun, gratis 📲 **Telegram**:[ ](https://t.me/+OIIRyKQmvJY0MWFk)**[t.me/+OIIRyKQmvJY0MWFk](https://t.me/+OIIRyKQmvJY0MWFk)** 📸 **Instagram**:[ ](https://x.com/bitcoinindo21)**[@bitcoinindo21](https://x.com/bitcoinindo21)** 🌐 **Website**:[ www.](https://bitcoinindonesia.xyz/)**[bitcoinindonesia.xyz](https://bitcoinindonesia.xyz/)**

## **WordPress Meetup Tangerang Selatan: Setup Home Server dengan Ubuntu & LEMP Stack** **Ubah Laptop Bekas Jadi Server WordPress Bertenaga AI!** Punya laptop atau PC lama yang cuma berdebu di pojokan? Jangan dibuang atau dijual murah dulu! Di meetup kali ini, kita akan belajar bagaimana menyulap perangkat "pensiunan" tersebut menjadi **Home Server** yang tangguh untuk menjalankan WordPress secara mandiri. Bayangkan memiliki kontrol penuh atas hosting Anda sendiri tanpa biaya langganan bulanan, namun dengan performa yang tetap mumpuni untuk kebutuhan pengembangan maupun proyek personal. ### **Apa yang Akan Kita Pelajari?** Kita akan melakukan praktik langsung (hands-on) dari nol hingga online: * **Persiapan Hardware:** Mengapa laptop bekas adalah pilihan cerdas untuk home server. * **Instalasi OS:** Setup dasar menggunakan Ubuntu Server. * **LEMP Stack:** Konfigurasi Linux, Nginx, MySQL, dan PHP untuk performa WordPress yang optimal. * **Go Online:** Cara membuat server lokal Anda bisa diakses dari internet secara aman. * **AI-Powered Management:** *Secret sauce!* Kita akan mendemonstrasikan bagaimana teknologi AI terbaru bisa membantu Anda mengelola server lewat terminal tanpa perlu pusing menghafal command yang rumit. ### **Kenapa Anda Harus Ikut?** * **Hemat Budget:** Stop bayar sewa hosting untuk proyek-proyek eksperimental Anda. * **Privasi & Kontrol:** Data Anda, server Anda, aturan Anda. * **Scale Up Your Skill:** Belajar sisi "belakang layar" yang jarang diketahui pengguna WordPress biasa. * **Teknologi Masa Depan:** Lihat bagaimana AI mempermudah pekerjaan SysAdmin dalam mengelola infrastruktur. ### **Persiapan Peserta:** Jika ingin mengikuti praktik langsung di tempat, disarankan membawa: 1. Laptop utama untuk bekerja. 2. (Opsional) Laptop bekas/PC kecil yang ingin dijadikan server untuk dicoba langsung. 3. Semangat untuk belajar hal baru! *** **Detail Acara:** * 📅 **Hari/Tanggal:** Sabtu, 25 April 2026 * 🕒 **Waktu:** 15:00 - 18:00 WIB * 📍 **Lokasi:** Oastia Cafe, BSD - Tangerang Selatan * 🔗 **Registrasi:** s.id/wptangsel21 Acara ini didukung oleh **[Jagoan Hosting](https://jagoanhosting.com)** dan terbuka untuk siapa saja yang tertarik dengan WordPress, server, dan teknologi masa depan. Sampai jumpa di lokasi! Kita buat laptop lama Anda jadi produktif kembali.

Hey everyone! It’s time for another Kemi Meetup. Whether you’re looking to practice a new language or just meet some awesome people in the city, this is the place to be! **How it works:** We will have designated tables based on the languages you speak (or want to learn). Just find your flag and start chatting! 🗣️✨ 📅 **When:** Saturday, 25 April 2026 ⏰ **Time:** 19:30 (7:30 PM) onwards 📍 **Where:** **KOI Kemang** *** **Why join us?** * **Language Tables:** Dedicated spots for English, Germany, Japanese, Chinese, and more (depending on who shows up!). * **Great Vibes:** KOI Kemang’s cozy atmosphere is perfect for a Saturday night. * **New Friends:** Meet locals and expats alike. **Note:** Please RSVP so we can get an accurate headcount for the tables! 📝 See you all there! 🥂☕️ [[Click This Whatsapp Groupchat Link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/I8piLGquTos5Ty8i1Q6cl1)]

**Join us for an extraordinary journey through Indonesia's rich artistic heritage at the prestigious National Gallery of Indonesia, followed by a delightful evening hangout at Melly's Garden!** This Saturday afternoon-to-evening meetup promises to be an engaging blend of art, culture, dining, and social connection that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for Indonesia's creative spirit and Jakarta's vibrant social scene. **Part 1: Art Gallery Vibes (Afternoon)** The National Gallery of Indonesia is one of the country's leading art institutions, showcasing an inspiring collection of Indonesian and international artworks. From classic masterpieces to contemporary expressions, this meetup will transform your typical gallery visit into an interactive cultural and artistic exploration. **Part 2: Garden Nights (Evening)** After exploring Indonesia's fascinating history, we'll transition to the charming ambiance of Melly's Garden for dinner, drinks, and continued conversation. This cozy garden restaurant offers the perfect setting to unwind, share stories from the museum, and enjoy Jakarta's evening atmosphere with your new friends. This is a fun and social event, perfect for making new friends and connecting with the active and friendly Jakarta Social Community. Everyone is welcome! **Event Details:** **Date:** Saturday, 25th of April **Museum Time:** 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM **Location:** National Gallery of Indonesia (Galeri Nasional Indonesia) [https://maps.app.goo.gl/dwBQDeaVuatF93EfA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/dwBQDeaVuatF93EfA) **Meeting Point:** Main entrance lobby of the gallery **Price:** 50k IDR. Pay at the door Please make sure to use the google maps location. I'm not sure if the location on meet up is correct. *** **Melly's Garden Time:** 7:00 PM onwards **Location:** Melly's Garden, **Cost:** Pay for your own food and drinks (various menu options available) *** **Optional:** Feel free to join us for just one part or stay for the complete experience! **📢 IMPORTANT: Attendance Reconfirmation Required** To ensure accurate headcounts and reduce no-shows, we're implementing an updated reconfirmation system for all events. **Here's how it works:** * All events start with unlimited RSVPs. * 4 days before each event, a reconfirmation form will be posted in the event comments. * You must reconfirm ASAP by submitting the form. Your spot is guaranteed only after you reconfirm. * The form closes once we reach the target attendance number. * Anyone who hasn’t reconfirmed when the form closes will be removed from the attendee list. * If you can’t attend, change your status to Not Going. **Two‑strike rule: If you don’t reconfirm and don’t change to your status to Not Going two times, you will be removed from the group.** Thanks for helping us keep things running smoothly. Looking forward to seeing you all there. If you have any questions, please feel free to let me know here or join our friendly and active WhatsApp Group Chat: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FBQsf4Cv4yWACNs9gbiYNH](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FBQsf4Cv4yWACNs9gbiYNH) Instagram:[ https://www.instagram.com/jakartasocialgroup](https://www.instagram.com/jakartasocialgroup)

We are going to discuss the book with the title, "QUIET" by Susan Cain. It's an interesting book about The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking. If you are interested in managing organization or self improvement or understanding people, this book can give you some tips and useful insights. Let's discuss and share your opinion here. This event will be for those who have already read the book or haven't read it but curious about this book. How to find us? Please mention Meet Up to the waiter, they will show you the table. This event is FREE. \*) \*) Since we are in a coffee shop, we need your understanding for making a purchase of at least a glass/cup of drink :) Venue : Tenun Coffee Roasters, SCBD Area Jl. Tulodong Bawah No.D-1, Senayan, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12190

Let's get mad with laughter at this special comedy event in English! Join other Jakarta Writers (former Jakarta Creatives) to attend this fun afternoon, make new friends, and avoid being roasted alone in the audience! 😄 Everyone is welcome to join! **This event is FREE to attend!** The event is organised to support our friends "Mad for Laughs". Please take a look at their page too and consider joining their group to support local creatives, artists, and comedians in the city! https://www.meetup.com/english-open-mic-stand-up-comedy/ Come alone of with a friend/partner/family/colleague! At the end of the event we can gather and mingle outside the venue! **ABOUT THE EVENT** 🎤 Expect anything from bold new comics to people just testing the waters. No script, no filter, just raw, unpolished fun. 📍Doors open at 3:30PM \| Show starts at 4:00PM 🎟 Free entry\. Bring your friends\, your date\, or just yourself just make sure to RSVP the total pax\, because we have limited seats\! Interested in performing? Sign up [here](https://forms.gle/x1YsKfoNBSsFXsd29)! **With Jakarta Writers (former Jakarta Creatives) we have organised many comedy events before! Take a look here:** * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Feb 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/313406747/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Jan 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/312964219/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Nov 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/311725577/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Sept 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/311180281/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Aug 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/310350396/) * [Comedy night (December 2023)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/297393682/) * [Comedy night open mic (July 2023)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/294474235/?eventOrigin=your_events) * [Comedy night (July 2023)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/294901153/) **ABOUT THE VENUE** **Mad for Coffee Cipete** is a cozy café with a dedicated area for the show! I guess they have coffee, as well 😉 **HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?** To register, just click “Attend”! There are a few simple rules * We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to **update RSVP at least 24 h before the event** as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers. * Attendees who bring a +1 need to make sure that the guest abide to our rules our respect and inclusivity Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! **THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY** Our communities are: * **Jakarta Friends**: [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends) * **Jakarta Writers** (former Jakarta Creatives): [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/) Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years, we held over 250 events with over 2,000 attendees. Attendees rate our events **very positively** and give wonderful feedback, with an average of **4.8**⭐ (out of 5⭐) afrom over 300 reviews ([take a look at our reviews here!](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/feedback-overview/)) We value diversity, inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. We **do not tolerate** harassment or discrimination of any kinds. * You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx) * Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! [www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives](http://www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives) * For questions about the event, please post a comment on the event page, or DM the event organisers

Your body can stand almost anything. It's your mind that you have to convince.

👋 **Hei, kamu yang percaya hal besar selalu dimulai dari obrolan kecil...** ​ Nggak ada komunitas yang langsung besar dan kuat. Semuanya mulai dari beberapa orang yang mau duduk bareng, ngobrol jujur, dan sepakat untuk saling jaga. Persis kayak yang kita mulai di sini. ☕ ​Dan kalau fondasinya udah bener dari awal, krisis sebesar apapun nggak akan mudah ngegoyahin. 🪨 ​Di meetup kali ini, kita akan ngobrol santai tentang bagaimana komunitas bisa menjadi fondasi penting dalam membangun ekosistem Bitcoin yang kuat dan tahan krisis. Karena di balik teknologi yang hebat, selalu ada orang-orang yang saling belajar, saling berbagi perspektif, dan saling menguatkan. ​Lewat diskusi ringan di meja kopi, kita bakal membahas bagaimana komunitas bisa menjadi ruang untuk bertukar ide, memperluas wawasan, dan menjaga semangat kolaborasi di tengah situasi ekonomi yang sering berubah. Dari percakapan kecil, sering kali muncul pemahaman besar. 💡 ​Jadi kalau kamu ingin ngobrol, bertukar pikiran, atau sekadar mendengar sudut pandang baru tentang Bitcoin dan komunitasnya, tempat ini terbuka buat kamu. ​🧡 Karena kadang perjalanan memahami Bitcoin jadi lebih bermakna ketika dijalani bersama. Sampai jumpa di meetup! 📌 Info Penting:🔸 **Tiket GRATIS**! Tapi peserta diwajibkan membeli makan/minum sendiri selama acara🔸 Tidak ada promosi **altcoin**, **NFT**, atau **token kripto** lainnya🔸 Hanya membahas **Bitcoin** — teknologi, nilai, dan dampaknya bagi dunia 🔗 **Tentang Kami**🟠[ Bitcoin Indonesia](https://x.com/bitcoinindo21) adalah inisiatif nirlaba yang bertujuan untuk:🕊️ Menyebarkan pemahaman tentang **Bitcoin** sebagai alat pembebasan individu⚖️ Mendorong **kedaulatan finansial** melalui edukasi netral📚 Menyediakan konten **open-source** yang bisa digunakan siapa pun, gratis 📲 **Telegram**:[ ](https://t.me/+OIIRyKQmvJY0MWFk)**[t.me/+OIIRyKQmvJY0MWFk](https://t.me/+OIIRyKQmvJY0MWFk)** 📸 **Instagram**:[ ](https://x.com/bitcoinindo21)**[@bitcoinindo21](https://x.com/bitcoinindo21)** 🌐 **Website**:[ www.](https://bitcoinindonesia.xyz/)**[bitcoinindonesia.xyz](https://bitcoinindonesia.xyz/)**

## **WordPress Meetup Tangerang Selatan: Setup Home Server dengan Ubuntu & LEMP Stack** **Ubah Laptop Bekas Jadi Server WordPress Bertenaga AI!** Punya laptop atau PC lama yang cuma berdebu di pojokan? Jangan dibuang atau dijual murah dulu! Di meetup kali ini, kita akan belajar bagaimana menyulap perangkat "pensiunan" tersebut menjadi **Home Server** yang tangguh untuk menjalankan WordPress secara mandiri. Bayangkan memiliki kontrol penuh atas hosting Anda sendiri tanpa biaya langganan bulanan, namun dengan performa yang tetap mumpuni untuk kebutuhan pengembangan maupun proyek personal. ### **Apa yang Akan Kita Pelajari?** Kita akan melakukan praktik langsung (hands-on) dari nol hingga online: * **Persiapan Hardware:** Mengapa laptop bekas adalah pilihan cerdas untuk home server. * **Instalasi OS:** Setup dasar menggunakan Ubuntu Server. * **LEMP Stack:** Konfigurasi Linux, Nginx, MySQL, dan PHP untuk performa WordPress yang optimal. * **Go Online:** Cara membuat server lokal Anda bisa diakses dari internet secara aman. * **AI-Powered Management:** *Secret sauce!* Kita akan mendemonstrasikan bagaimana teknologi AI terbaru bisa membantu Anda mengelola server lewat terminal tanpa perlu pusing menghafal command yang rumit. ### **Kenapa Anda Harus Ikut?** * **Hemat Budget:** Stop bayar sewa hosting untuk proyek-proyek eksperimental Anda. * **Privasi & Kontrol:** Data Anda, server Anda, aturan Anda. * **Scale Up Your Skill:** Belajar sisi "belakang layar" yang jarang diketahui pengguna WordPress biasa. * **Teknologi Masa Depan:** Lihat bagaimana AI mempermudah pekerjaan SysAdmin dalam mengelola infrastruktur. ### **Persiapan Peserta:** Jika ingin mengikuti praktik langsung di tempat, disarankan membawa: 1. Laptop utama untuk bekerja. 2. (Opsional) Laptop bekas/PC kecil yang ingin dijadikan server untuk dicoba langsung. 3. Semangat untuk belajar hal baru! *** **Detail Acara:** * 📅 **Hari/Tanggal:** Sabtu, 25 April 2026 * 🕒 **Waktu:** 15:00 - 18:00 WIB * 📍 **Lokasi:** Oastia Cafe, BSD - Tangerang Selatan * 🔗 **Registrasi:** s.id/wptangsel21 Acara ini didukung oleh **[Jagoan Hosting](https://jagoanhosting.com)** dan terbuka untuk siapa saja yang tertarik dengan WordPress, server, dan teknologi masa depan. Sampai jumpa di lokasi! Kita buat laptop lama Anda jadi produktif kembali.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.

This year's Eurovision Song Contest is being held in Vienna, Austria, and the finals are scheduled for 16 May 2026. The [Scandinavian Club of Columbus](https://www.scandiclub.com/) will be co-hosting a viewing party for the final event in conjunction with Germania and the [Columbus Maennerchor](https://www.maennerchor.com/). The delayed televised viewing will take place at the Germania. The program will start around 2:00 p.m. and the singing will start around 3:00 p.m. There will be a cash bar, and those in attendance can bring food or snacks for themselves and or to share with the groups. **Suggested donation: $10/person** to help cover the cost of the venue.

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches. * **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason. * **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes. ## Discussion Questions 1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie. 2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?** 3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome? 4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend? 5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles? 6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way? 7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time? 8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?