Social Enterprise

**IT'S DUMPLING DONNERSTAG!** You like **Dumplings** and want to socialize among people who value **MORE than Small Talk?** Then you are very welcome! **OUR VALUES** * **📍**a cozy place to **recharge** * 💼 to exit your 9-to-5 mindset * 📵 to turn off/ put aside your cellphones during the meetUp * ⭕️ to have no dopamine loops * 💙 to just enjoy people who value Deep Talks, instead of drunk people, loud music * 🥟 dumplings, noodles and more (🌱vegan dining options as well) * 👍🏼 Safer Space, I value **diversity and inclusivity** **GOOD-TO-KNOW** I grew up here in **Berlin**, so I know how difficult it can be to truly relax, switch off, and recover from the city’s constant noise and social demands. **I am sorry** to tell you, that in Berlin is a lack of Community and I know, it’s **hard** to stay connected to people. 1. Where are people who support each other? (finding jobs, find nice places/looking for apartments/relationships/friends/new hobbies) 2. Why we keep scrolling on SM with staged reels to see how people live? 3. let’s get a **bit** **offline** and connect to the **REAL** world. **Me, as SOCIAL CONNECTOR** by heart❤️ **LOCATION** I’m in contact with the owner, and we appreciate everyone helping to keep it a **respectful** and **welcoming** environment. [I take my time to answer your questions.](https://www.instagram.com/morethansmalltalk_berlin?utm_source=qr) (IG: morethansmalltalk_berlin)

​Join Berlin's biggest networking event for early stage founders in Berlin - powered by Holvi! 💛 ⚠️ **Important**: You need to follow these steps if you want to join the event: 1. Please RSVP on Meetup 2. **AND** apply through [this link](https://luma.com/0m92yb8n) for the event 3. Only if you are officially approved (you will receive an e-mail), you are eligible for the event Get out of your own well-known Community and connect with other founders at Berlin's new place to be: The Delta! 🍕 Food & Drinks on us! ⏰ Open Doors from 5:30 pm, official start at 6:30 pm (please don't miss the official start!) This quarterly gathering brings together founder communities across the city, led by HAUS OF STARTUPS and The Delta. ℹ This is not another boring meetup. It is a moderated networking experience designed to help you actually connect and support each other to move forward together! Meet founders from different Incubators and Accelerators – and maybe you will also find a program suitable for your next step: * **Berlin Startup School**: Sidepreneurship programs from idea to first investment (and a new [AI readiness program](https://www.berlinstartupschool.com/aigrowthprogram?utm_source=luma)) * **NXT LVL**: 10-week program for early stage Impact Founders (more info [here](https://nxtlx.de/en/?utm_source=luma)) * **MediaTech Hub Accelerator:** 9-month online program for early-stage MediaTech startups, connecting founders to a strong media and tech network, international trade fair opportunities, C-level media industry leaders, and public funding opportunities in Brandenburg (more info[ here](https://mth-potsdam.de/en/accelerator/)) ...and many more from Berlin's startup ecosystem like Startup Incubator Berlin (SIB), Avant Now, etc. ⚠️ Because of the size of the venue, the spots are limited. So we kindly ask you to only apply for a seat, if you are an **early stage founder**! (Strictly founders, no service providers, no corporates, etc.)! About our sponsor, **Holvi**: [Holvi](https://www.holvi.com/de-en/lp/haus-of-startup/) is your smart business account that helps you manage your finances, so you can focus on what really matters: your business. With up to 10 IBANs, intuitive accounting tools, and seamless integrations like DATEV and sevdesk, Holvi keeps everything under control. Plus, you can now earn returns on your capital and organise multiple accounts for total financial clarity. *Claim your 3 free months [here](https://www.holvi.com/de-en/lp/haus-of-startup/)!* About our campus, **The Delta**: [The Delta](https://thedelta.io/berlin/welcome) is Berlin’s curated workspace and community hub for founders, builders, and creatives. More than just a co-working space, it is the home of The Delta’s venture ecosystem, a physical place for exchange, collaboration, and scalable growth. This is where ventures, investors, and innovators come together to create real impact. *You want to sit with us? Get 20% off with the code "HAUS20".* About us, **HAUS OF STARTUPS**: "[HAUS](https://hausofstartups.com/)" organizes moderated networking events for early stage founders. In addition to that, we offer a platform with everything you need to level-up your startup journey: find your next startup program or discounts for tools, free tickets for events! *It's free!* We are more than excited to see you and to make sure you make great connections! 🍏 Want to help fight food waste? Eat it all up through [SIRPLUS](https://sirplus.de/?utm_source=luma)! Get 20% off with the code "Haus20".

**A space where creativity flows, conversations open & ideas come to life.** Relax after work and step into a chill, social atmosphere designed for drawing, painting & connecting. Whether You know it as *Drink & Draw*, *Sip & Paint*, or *Wine & Paint*, this experience brings together the best of art, people & good energy — all in one place. Our sessions are perfect for all levels — whether You’re picking up a brush for the first time or already feel at home in art. With easy and encouraging guidance from our Creative Teachers, You’ll create Your own artwork using pencils, acrylic paints and/or oil pastels, while enjoying a laid-back & inspiring environment. Whether You’re coming with colleagues, meeting friends, planning a date, or simply taking a moment for Yourself after a long day — this is Your space to relax, connect &express Your creativity. ‍ > Each session offers a new theme, fresh inspiration &the chance to take home something You created Yourself. ‍ **INCLUDES:** **‍**All Materials (canvas, pencils, acrylic paints, oil pastels, brushes & more) * 2 glasses of wine / cocktail (2 × 200 ml) or 2 Soft Drinks & Water ‍ **SIGN UP & TICKETS:** **‍**No registration needed. Simply come by & get Your ticket at the box office before the class. ‍ **LEVEL:** All levels **WHAT YOU NEED:** All materials provided (canvas, acrylic paints, oil pastels, brushes & more) **COSTS**€28 General \| €5 for DNA\. Members See You Soon :) Love. DNA.

Today we are working at Moxy Ostbahnhof, a beautiful air conditioned location near Ostbahnhof with big desks, booths and available food/drinks. **Cost:** There is no payment required, but it is common courtesy to buy drinks or something from the people providing the space. If you want to chit chat with out coworkers, please check out our Telegram channel: **[https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly](https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly)** 😴 Tired of working by yourself? 🌡️ Too hot to work at home? 🍫 Do the contents of your fridge, or housework, distract you while working from home? 💻 Come join other freelancers and remote workers for coworking! ☕️ There are no membership requirements, free WiFi, some power sockets, a large desk, some affordable coffee, toasted sandwiches and drinks! ⏰ We'll be there from 11:00, but feel free to stop by any time. The venue is open in the morning too. • DO WE HAVE PERMISSION? • Yes, we have permission to use the hotel as a coworking spot. So long as we are paying customers, they are happy for us to use their location for coworking between the hours of 11:00 to 17:00. They're sometimes (but not always) quite busy and short on tables and chairs outside of those hours. • WHAT TO BRING • Whatever you need to work on your own project / tasks :) • QUESTIONS? • Join our Telegram chat group to ask any questions: [https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly](https://spam-destroyer.com/check/jelly) • MORE EVENTS? • To have more events, we need more organisers. If you would like to help out, please get in touch [😀](https://emojipedia.org/grinning-face/)

Welcome to the very first International Friends in Berlin meetup! The goal is simple: bring together a small group of open-minded people from different countries for a relaxed evening of conversation, cultural exchange, and new friendships. This is not a networking event, language exchange, or dating meetup. Instead, we're creating a space where people can share stories, learn about different cultures, and connect with others beyond their usual social circles. To keep conversations meaningful, attendance is limited to 10 people. We'll meet for drinks, coffee, or food and spend a couple of hours getting to know each other in a friendly and welcoming environment. If you're curious about the world, enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds, and want to build genuine friendships in Berlin, we'd love to have you join us. Please introduce yourself when requesting to attend: • Where are you originally from? • What interests you about meeting people from different cultures? • How long have you lived in Berlin? Looking forward to meeting you!

🌟 Join us for **"Don't Eat Alone"** – an event designed to transform your lunch break into a social feast! **Tired of solitary meals in front of the computer?** **Thriving to meet some new people and curious what it may bring to your life?** Just come, check and enjoy a delicious meal with friendly faces. Connect with like-minded individuals, engage in conversations, and make your lunchtime a memorable social experience. Mark your calendar, bring your appetite, and let's build connections, one meal at a time! 🍽️🤝✨ PAYMENTS: the meetup is free, but everyone pays for their meals. Here you can pay by card easily.

Only 1% of Venture Capital reaches all-female teams. Nina Wöss is on a mission to change that. ### Gender-diverse and and all-female startups receive just 9% of all venture capital according to the latest Female Founders Monitor 2025 published by Start-Up Verband Germany and Bertelsmann Stiftung in 2025. These numbers have not changed much in the last 10 years. New ideas are needed to change a system that is not leveraging all its potential. Creating new specialized venture funds is one solution. In this session, Nina Wöss—Managing Partner of the VC Fund F tells us what motivated her to found a venture capital fund specializing in gender-diverse founders only. Fund F writes cheques of up to EUR 600k, acts as lead investor, and brings an active follow-on policy—backed by a team of entrepreneurs, investors, and operators who provide hands-on support and connections to their portfolio companies. Nina will also pull back the curtain on how VCs actually think and what they look for. She previously founded the Female Founders Community with 83.000 members all over Europe and is a leading figure in Austria’s VC Scene. #### 💡 What you will learn * What **VC funds in general and Fund F** in particular **looks for in early-stage startups** and how to get on their radar * Why **gender-diverse teams outperform** all-male teams * **Concrete steps** you can take today to **strengthen your fundraising position** This event is brought to you by **SIBB Incubator**, who supports founders building the future of cybersecurity, trustworthy AI, and deep tech. #### 🧑🏻‍🏫 Speaker **Nina Wöss - *Managing Partner, Fund F*** * **Founder** and **Managing Partner** of **Fund F**, Austria's first VC fund specifically for female and gender-diverse founding teams * **Co-founder** of **Female Founders Global** (since 2016), one of Europe's largest communities for female entrepreneurs * **Former Principal** at **Speedinvest** * **Former COO** at **AVCO** (Austrian Private Equity & Venture Capital Organisation) * MSc in **Strategic Management**, WU Vienna * **Active in the startup ecosystem** since 2012 ***Moderated by: Etta Dannemann in her role as head coach.*** Etta Dannemann moderates the event in her role as Startup Coach at the SIBB Incubator. As a solopreneur, trainer, and architect by education, she loves creating new things — but even more, supporting others as they build and grow. Etta is passionate about empowering women in tech, helping them turn their ideas into action and leave their unique mark on the world. #### 🎯 Who is this event for * **Gender diverse teams** and **female founders** who are preparing a **funding round** * Anyone who wants to **understand** **how VCs think** * **Startup ecosystem** professionals, accelerator participants, and/or incubator members We look forward to seeing you! Come with your questions, and an appetite for honest answers about the funding landscape.

Wir freuen uns Euch einen speziellen Abend mit Dinner & DJ bieten zu können. Dinner Kosten sind erschwinglich und das Essen ist extravagant und griechisch modern. Ein kleiner Sommerurlaub in Berlin mit DJ Vibes und Tanzmöglichkeit, wenn Ihr möchtet. Dinner ist nicht inkludiert und muss extra gebucht werden. Getränke sind auf Selbstzahler Basis ausser dem Willkommenstrunk für unsere Mitglieder. Cosmopolitan Business Club | Berlin Haftungsausschluss: https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/en/disclaimer AGB: https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/terms-and-conditions Datenschutz: https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/en/privacy-policy SMS Nutzungsbedingungen: https://www.cosmopolitanbusinessclub.com/sms-nutzungsbedingungen

​**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. ​Every Saturday morning we gather together and run through Tiergarten. Join us in one of these 3 routes: ​\* **5K** – for new & beginner runners ​\* **7K** – for regular runners ​\* **11K** – for more experienced runners **OBS**: We are usually around 30 people, between regulars and newcomers (from here and from Luma), so don't be scared if there are not a lot of people confirmed on the event here. The pace is chill and conversational, around **6:30**. On the 7k and 11k some people like to push a bit more, but no one gets left behind. We finish with a nice coffee and amazing conversations. The vibe is always great. Pets, friends, family, are welcome. More about **FRC**: ​🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 50+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community ​**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats?utm_source=luma) Berlin Instagram [http://instagram.com/frcberlin](http://instagram.com/frcberlin?utm_source=luma) ​ **Global FRC**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/?utm_source=luma) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/?utm_source=luma) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC?utm_source=luma) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/?utm_source=luma)

***Nostalgia, Energy & Iconic Moves*** Step back into the golden era of MTV and VIVA and celebrate Yourself through the power of music and movement. This class brings back the magic of a time when we watched weekly charts, learned choreographies from music videos, and were inspired by icons like Britney Spears, Beyoncé, and Shakira. It’s all about reliving that energy—while making it Your own. Led by Anastasia, a Berlin-based dance instructor who started her journey back when Commercial Dance was known as Videoclip Dancing. She used to switch between MTV and VIVA, recording her favorite music videos on VHS to learn every move by heart. Today, she brings these memories back to life - blending nostalgia with fresh energy and a deep love for movement. ‍ > I would like to create a space where You feel free to express Yourself, reconnect with the music You love, and enjoy every moment on the dancefloor. – Anastasia ‍ Each session offers a mix of technique, grooves, and choreography inspired by legendary music videos, adapted to the level of every participant (both beginners and experienced dancers). Expect a dynamic, feel-good atmosphere where You can let go, have fun, and reconnect with the joy of dancing. * While we’re celebrating the millennial era, all generations are warmly welcome **TICKETS:** available: at the Box Office before the class ‍ See You Soon. Love. Anastasia & DNA. **LEVEL**: All levels **WHAT YOU NEED**: sneaker, comfy clothes **COSTS**: €15 Regular (Online / Box Office) \- Free for DNA\. Members

**3rd TEA SUMMER FEST Berlin** **A Full House of Tea – Diversity, Arts, Communities** ​All of C\*SPACE transforms into a collective teahouse for one full day. Two floors of studios in the former furniture factory, plus our charming outdoor yard, become spaces for tea, art, conversation, and connection. ​Whether you're a tea lover, creative, artist, entrepreneur, or simply curious — come celebrate summer's energy with us. ​**What's happening:** ​🍵 ***Tea Social Hangouts*** — Sit at tea tables by community tea hosts in our social hangout areas. Share tea, conversation, connection. ​🎨 ***Creative Tea Market — Discover tea vendors, ceramic artists, and food. Browse, shop, meet the makers.​We are especially grateful for the support of our sponsors and partners.​*** *Summer Tea Fest 2026 is made possible by:​* **Sponsors:** ​[Wild Orchard](https://wildorchard.de/en?utm_source=luma) ​[Tee Kampagne](https://www.teekampagne.de/?utm_source=luma) ​[Tealytics](https://tealytics.app/?utm_source=luma) ​***Food partners: [Dot Tea Bar](https://www.instagram.com/dot.teabar/?utm_source=luma) & [Dahai Noodles](https://www.instagram.com/dahai0757/?utm_source=luma)​*** **Media Partner:** [t-Magazin](https://www.t-magazin.net/?utm_source=luma) ​... **​We are thrilled to announce our creative tea makers:** [Swarra Tea ](https://swarratea.com/?utm_source=luma)(Sri Lanka) ​[He ](https://www.he-tea.de/?utm_source=luma)喝[Tea](https://www.he-tea.de/?utm_source=luma) (Chinese & Taiwan) ​[Darjeeling Cup](https://www.darjeelingcup.com/?utm_source=luma) (Darjeeling) ​[Kanoa Tea ](https://www.kanoatea.com/?utm_source=luma)(Premium Japanese Tea, Tea Culture Experience) ​[Julia Jushaninowa](https://www.instagram.com/jumariyama_amethyst_moon?igsh=MTI5bXRjZXJ1ZHFhMw%3D%3D&utm_source=luma) ([Global Tea Hut](https://globalteahut.org/?utm_source=luma)) ​[Studio Cúze ](https://www.studio-cuze.com/?utm_source=luma)(Yasuhiro Kuze) (Ceramic) ​[East Tea Pavilion 东方茶亭](https://eastteapavilion.com/?utm_source=luma)(Chinese Tea) ​Georgy Ekimov (tea enthusiast & artist) ​Hong Mai Dang/ [Mai Teehaus ](https://www.maiteahouse.de/?utm_source=luma)(Vietnamese Tea Culture) ​Yuko Tanaka-Betts - [Kikuno Tea](https://www.instagram.com/yuko_matchatea?utm_source=luma) (Japanese Tea) ​[Melanie Katz](https://www.minipli.ch/?utm_source=luma) ​Ming Yuan- [Tea by Yuan](https://teabyyuan.com/?utm_source=luma) (tea, tea wares, and tea culture) ​[Infinitea Leaves](https://www.infinitealeaves.com/?utm_source=luma) (Japan/Korea) ​[t-Magazin](https://www.t-magazin.net/?utm_source=luma) (tea culture magazine) ​[Companion Tea](https://retail.companiontea.com/?utm_source=luma) ​[Satoko Tanaka](https://www.instagram.com/caico.vintage.kimono/?utm_source=luma)\- Caico Vintage Kimono ​[Lifejourney Tea](https://www.instagram.com/yifansingh/?utm_source=luma) ​[Bing Bing Cha](https://www.instagram.com/bingbingcha000/?hl=en&utm_source=luma) ​ **​*Food to accompany the tea:*** ​[Dot Tea Bar](https://www.instagram.com/dot.teabar/?utm_source=luma)\- tea snacks ​[Dahai Noodles](https://www.instagram.com/dahai0757/?utm_source=luma)\- hand\-pulled noodles ​[Fungiii](https://www.instagram.com/fungiiicommunity?utm_source=luma)\- tea pastries & ice\-creams ​[Wehanzi-](https://www.instagram.com/wehanzi/?hl=en&utm_source=luma) tea-inspired desserts **Tickets here: [https://luma.com/mej5pscy](https://luma.com/mej5pscy)** *** ​**What's included in the Collective Teahouse Day Ticket?** ​🌿 Access to the **Creative Tea Market** — browse and discover teas, ceramics, arts & crafts from independent makers and vendors ​🍵 **Community Tea Social Hangouts** — hosted by passionate tea lovers, experts, and curious minds from the tea community, offering tastings from around the world ​🎙 **Cultural Tea Salon** — including a presentation by t-Magazine on their newest Yunnan edition ​🎉 **After Party** — co-curated by Dot Teabar ​------ ​☕ **In-Depth Workshops** — Dive deeper into the world of tea and creative craftsmanship through hands-on sessions led by passionate practitioners. ​*Please note: **workshops are booked separately from the general day programme.** If you'd like to attend a workshop only, please register directly with the workshop host with the information below. Workshop attendees don't need to purchase a ticket if they only want to attend the workshop. To join both a workshop and the full day programme, purchase the workshop attendee ticket.* 🍵 ​10:00-11:30 **Exploring Post-Fermented Tea (Hei Cha)- A Side by Side Tasting** ​by Johannes Fuchs ​Participation fee: €26 per person ​Register: johannes@teameon.de ​ ​10:00-11:30 **Senchado- Japanese Leaf Tea Ceremony** ​by Jim ​Participation fee: €42 ​Register: nost@gmx.de ​ ​12:00–13:30 **A Quiet Experience of Japan’s Finest Hon-Gyokuro** ​by Aika Matsuda, Kanoa Tea ​Participation fee: €45 per person ​Register: [https://www.kanoatea.com/products/exclusive-japanese-tea-workshop](https://www.kanoatea.com/products/exclusive-japanese-tea-workshop?utm_source=luma) ​ ​12:00–13:30 **Summer Delights** ​by Claudia Priemer ​Participation fee: €35 per person ​Register: claudia-priemer@web.de ​ ​14:00-15:30 **Exploring the South Korean Tea World** ​by InfiniTea Leaves ​Participation fee: €35 per person ​Register: [https://www.infinitealeaves.com/shop/p/cspace-berlin-exploring-the-southkorean-tea-world](https://www.infinitealeaves.com/shop/p/cspace-berlin-exploring-the-southkorean-tea-world?utm_source=luma) ​ ​14:00-15:30 **Paper Cutting Workshop on the Theme of Teapots** by Stéphanie Clet ​Participation fee: €30 per person ​Register: [https://papercuttingteafest.eventbrite.de](https://papercuttingteafest.eventbrite.de/?utm_source=luma) ​ ​16:00-18:00 **Chinese Incense Orthodoxy and Aromatic Tea Heritage** ​by MINALS ​Participation fee: €45 per person ​Register: [https://www.instagram.com/minals_cn/](https://www.instagram.com/minals_cn/?utm_source=luma) ​ ​16:00-17:30 **Craft Lab: Tea Blending Workshop** ​by Swarra Tea ​Participation fee: €49 per person ​Register: [https://swarratea.com/products/workshop](https://swarratea.com/products/workshop?utm_source=luma) ​ ​18:00–19:30 **Spirits & Leaves: A Journey Through Tea Cocktails by: Tea by Yuan** ​Participation fee: €60 per person ​Register: teabyyuan@gmail.com ​ ​**Food Workshops:** ​10:00-12:00 **Dahai Noodle Workshop: Hand-pulled Noodle along the Silkroads** ​by Dahai 达海 ​Participation fee: €30 per person ​Register: noodleworkshop@dahai-liao.de ​ ​16:00-17:30 **Mochi Craft: Summer Beat Hand-Pounded Mochi Workshop** ​by Fungiii Community ​Participation fee: €35 per person ​Register: hellofungiii@gmail.com ​ ​From morning till late, explore the full vitality of summer unfolds around shared cups of tea. ​ ​**Contact:** Lavia Lin \| [pop-up-teahouse@c-space.eu](mailto:pop-up-teahouse@c-space.eu)

**The direction is set. Now let's build.** Our first session shaped what this group is about, now we get to see it in action. A member is showing off a real project: what they built, what broke, and what surprised them. Then we open it up: Q&A, war stories, and a honest conversation about the tools, lessons, and struggles we're all running into. Come ready to dig in and share. Before you arrive, **sign up for our newsletter** to stay in the loop on session recaps, resources, and upcoming events: [Future-Club](https://future-club.org) Show up ready to contribute. 🔥 See you there! 👋

Builders meet builders. No pitching. No forced icebreakers. Just real conversations. Format: \- 18:00 – Doors open \- 18:30 – Same\-industry round \- 19:30 – Cross\-industry round \- 20:00 – Open floor Name tags with a 2–3 word industry tag. Two facilitated rounds. You leave with people you actually want to follow up with. English-speaking. All nationalities welcome. → Register on Luma (spots limited, approval required): https://luma.com/yekd1bbf

Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin. We are usually inside and to the right. Ask the barista/bartender if you can't find us.

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. NOTE: We’re switching it up this time and going with a DINNER shift on Mon, 7/6. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for DINNER from 4:30 to 6:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 4:20pm and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to those volunteering at this (or any of our previous or future) CMG Gives Back events! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Whether you're a big baseball fan or not, you might like the social twist we put on a Clippers game! $5.00 Fridays: Select small beers are $5! They also have your favorite hard seltzers and wine. **PREGAME**: Meet at ***Barley's Brewing on 467 N High Street***, just a few blocks east of the ballpark. **HAPPY HOUR** is 4-7pm with pregame specials and $4 pints! *At 7pm, we'll walk from Barleys to Huntington Field.* **TICKETS**: $10.00 at gate, purchase **STANDING ROOM ONLY**. **MEETUP**: We'll be near the Right Field bar stools/picnic tables. **RAIN?** Unless it's a thunderstorm or heavy rain, they play. We have a nearby plan B, indoors at Grandview Yard, if raining. **PARKING**: The garages near Nationwide will be busy with concert goers. *Find space in lots next to the ballpark (along W Nationwide Blvd) and near Crew Stadium. Short walk.* SRO (standing room only). These are the cheapest seats to purchase. WE WILL NOT BE STANDING much at all. The areas we land on have bar stools or picnic tables. There are also plenty of "lean on" along the first and third base line. Play ball!

**Kindness Conference 2026** Registration required. Visit [www.kindhelp.org](http://www.kindhelp.org) to register! Imagine a future intentionally shaped by kindness: let's build it together with on **Saturday, July 18th at the Junto Hotel in downtown Columbus!** The function of our conference is to help people develop the skills to build kind community and provide opportunities to increase in-person connection and support in each other’s lives. **This conference is for any of us who are:** · Feeling isolated and lacking community in our current society · Wanting to make a difference in our own lives and the lives of each other · Anyone who is just wishing to create something better! **We will build more kind community by:** · Developing formats for building community-based infrastructure where existing systems are failing that anybody can use · Providing the tools that help people connect in-person and practicing using those tools together · Implementing Universal Design so that no one gets left behind **Opportunities and practical tools we are offering:** · Lunch! · Community-Building Toolkits for people to take home · A chance to build lasting friendships and supportive connections · Opportunities to share referrals, strategies, resources, and the kind of connected support networks many people receive through family, but that those without community and family are often lacking · Ongoing community dinners, free workshops, and other events where people can connect **Participants also have the opportunity to receive CE credits from the Ohio CSWMFT Board.** We are just getting started! This is one of many upcoming events where we can continue making kind community together. **Who else should be here?** Share this opportunity with anyone else who you think might want to build kind community! For more information and to register visit [www.kindhelp.org](http://www.kindhelp.org/). If you would like to help us plan the day, we would love to connect email us at [info@kindhelp.org](mailto:info@kindhelp.org)!

Want to learn pickleball in a fun, low-pressure setting? I’m hosting a free beginner-friendly meetup at Olentangy Parklands to help new players learn the basics and get comfortable on the court. I’m a pretty skilled player and will walk everyone through the essentials, including rules, scoring, serving, basic strategy, and how to start playing real games. No experience needed. We’ll meet on the upper courts. Bring a pickleball paddle if you have one. If not, no problem, I’ll have some extras available for people to use. This event is meant for beginners and anyone curious about trying pickleball for the first time. Come ready to move, learn, and have fun.

The Unity of Columbus Resource Group for the Homeless is seeking compassionate volunteers who would like to help serve and uplift members of our homeless community. This group is dedicated to sharing kindness, resources, and support with individuals who may be experiencing difficult circumstances. Anyone with a heart for service is welcome to join us as we work together to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Community members are also invited to contribute by bringing helpful items for those in need. Donations of items can be contributed at the meeting and will be distributed to assist members of the homeless community. Please consider joining us and sharing this opportunity with friends, family, or associates who may also wish to help. Learn more about Unity of Columbus at www.unityofcolumbus.org or call (614) 267-4959. Together we can extend compassion, dignity, and support to our community. 💛

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.