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###### **Soirée théâtrale « Boulgakov et cetera » : à l’occasion du 135ᵉ anniversaire du grand Maître** Le 14 avril, l’actrice de théâtre et de cinéma, diplômée de l’Institut russe des arts du théâtre — GITIS (faculté d’art dramatique) et de l’École supérieure des arts de la scène G.G.Dadamian (faculté de mise en scène), metteuse en scène et pédagogue à la faculté d’art dramatique du GITIS, Stassia Sokolova-Savostianova, présentera au public de la Maison russe une création originale, hommage à l’art dramatique ancien et au maître bien-aimé de la littérature russe. Dans le bouquet festif de ce monoconcert — des œuvres de Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Richard Wagner, Alfred Schnittke, Mikael Tariverdiev. De la prose de Vissarion Belinski. Des poèmes de Robert Rojdestvenski, Jacques Prévert, Henri Contet, Caroline Pavlova, Novella Matveïeva et d’autres auteurs. Mais avant tout — des pages des œuvres de Mikhaïl Boulgakov, choisies avec une attention et un amour particuliers. Pour Boulgakov, le théâtre n’était pas seulement une profession et une source d’inspiration, mais une part essentielle de sa vie, de sa vision du monde et, surtout, de sa méthode créative. Ses œuvres sont entièrement imprégnées de théâtralité, et son expérience de dramaturge a profondément influencé toute sa prose. En se tournant vers le roman «Le Maître et Marguerite», il est impossible de ne pas remarquer qu’il s’agit d’une œuvre complexe, à plusieurs niveaux — presque une pièce, avec des personnages marquants, une action rapide et des rebondissements dramatiques inattendus. De nombreux épisodes du roman se perçoivent comme des tableaux scéniques achevés — un véritable théâtre au cœur de la prose. Le nom de Mikhaïl Boulgakov résonne de manière particulièrement symbolique ici, en France. Bien que l’écrivain ne soit jamais allé à Paris, dont il connaissait, rêvait et qu’il ressentait à travers la culture, la littérature et le théâtre européens, la tradition française — de Molière à la poésie du XXᵉ siècle — lui était intérieurement proche par son esprit de liberté, d’ironie et de grotesque tragique. Aujourd’hui, ce lien invisible devient presque tangible : en France vit sa petite-nièce, E.Sedakoff-Boulgakov — gardienne de la mémoire familiale, dont la vie semble prolonger ce fil culturel subtil qui relie Boulgakov à ce pays. Le théâtre était pour lui un véritable miroir de la vie, où il explorait la nature humaine, posait des questions éternelles — et y trouvait des réponses. Munissez-vous d’une pièce d’identité. Entrée gratuite sur inscription préalable sur le site la Maison russe à Paris, 61 rue Boissière 75116 Paris 01 44 34 79 79 crsc . fr Annonce relayée GRACIEUSEMENT par Ladies_Gentlemen_Club Florence & Christophe de Barros Conti +33 6 88 88 01 03, vous souhaitent de vivifiantes émotions et de mémorables rencontres Vous aimez votre Club Ladies_Gentlemen ? Nous vous aimons aussi, afin de continuer à vous proposer des évènements édifiants, des activités divertissantes et maintenir l'adhésion au club GRATUITE Participez aux événements payants non remboursable, une petite marge contribue aux frais de l’association faites un don à partir de 1€, vous soutenez une action culturelle bienveillante indépendante 1€ don du coeur, chaque don compte Merci REJOINDRE le CLUB GRATUIT [https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/ladies_gentlemen/events/](https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/ladies_gentlemen/events/) [https://www.instagram.com/ladies_gentlemen_club/](https://www.instagram.com/ladies_gentlemen_club/) [https://www.tiktok.com/@ladies_gentlemen_club](https://www.tiktok.com/@ladies_gentlemen_club) [https://www.youtube.com/@decideagencyflorencedebarr4226/videos](https://www.youtube.com/@decideagencyflorencedebarr4226/videos) [https://www.decide.tv](https://www.decide.tv/) [https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceDeBarrosConti.decideAgencyCannes](https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceDeBarrosConti.decideAgencyCannes)

Hello, Tu cherche des partenaires pour te mettre à l'escalade ou pour te motiver, tu es au bon endroit Je vous propose une session de bloc à Arkose Massy suivie d'une petite bière (ou d'un soft pour le dryjanuary ^^) ! Ouvert à tous niveaux 🙂 Les infos sur arkose : https://massy.arkose.com/ Location de chaussons possible sur place

The Improvokers have the great honor to welcome Gary Schwartz one of the best improvisers and coaches in the world and part of the academy award film The Quest for Fire (1981) Book your spot: https://www.helloasso.com/associations/the-improvokers/evenements/gary-schwartz-in-paris Join master improv coach **Gary Schwartz** for a two‑day introduction to **Viola Spolin’s Improvisational Theater Games**—the foundation of modern American improvisation and the training system behind the Compass Players, Second City, and countless improv ensembles. Gary is the only teacher endorsed by both **Viola Spolin** and **Paul Sills**, co‑founder and first director of The Second City. His 18‑year association with Spolin shapes his dynamic, intuitive approach to teaching. > “Gary Schwartz is a gifted player and coach. He has a thorough understanding of my work.” — *Viola Spolin* > “He’s the best side coach around, including me.” — *Paul Sills* ### **What You’ll Learn** Spolin’s Theater Games use simple, structured play to: * Strengthen relationships and character work * Increase awareness and confidence * Unlock intuitive, spontaneous creativity These skills apply onstage and in everyday life. And they’re genuinely fun. Open to all levels. *** ## **About Gary Schwartz** Gary Schwartz is a TV and film actor, director, master improv coach, and author. He began performing professionally at age 13 as a mime, touring the Hudson River with Pete Seeger and leading folk artists of the 1960s. His screen work includes numerous film and TV roles, including the Oscar‑winning *Quest for Fire*. As a voice actor, he’s known for iconic video‑game characters such as the Heavy Weapons Guy and Demoman (*Team Fortress 2*), Langus Tuno (*Star Wars: The Old Republic*), and Lich, Sniper, Pugna, and Shadow Shaman (*Dota 2*). He co-starred in and wrote for two children’s TV series—*Zoobilee Zoo* (Bravo Fox) and Disney Channel’s *You and Me, Kid*. Gary was the protégé of **Viola Spolin**, creator of Theater Games, and is dedicated to carrying her work forward with clarity, integrity, and play. His award‑winning middle‑grade novel **The King of Average** earned two gold medals from Children’s Literary Classics and appeared on “Best Of” lists from *Kirkus Reviews* and *Indie Reader*.

\*Hi everyone! \* Come sing your heart out and meet internationals or Parisians. Chat in every language! An icebreaker game with matching stickers is offered – and you can win a free shot \*\* Talk or Sing… you choose!\*\* This is a brand new aperitif concept for: ️ Chatting in multiple languages, Singing with people from all around the world, You can come alone or with friends. Come whenever you can, but not too late to catch up with the group! **Practical info:** Time: 7pm – 10:30pm Free with the pass available on the Socializus app WhatsApp for quick info: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BjmhwVp9ojF9wWuK5sb6dn/](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BjmhwVp9ojF9wWuK5sb6dn/) **How to join:** * Check the exact address with the free app and free pass: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) * Support the association and help cover meetup costs with an annual membership card here: [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Stay connected everywhere:** Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/) WhatsApp (info & reminders): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JzsETXxc4Ug0RwvgrJZ49S](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JzsETXxc4Ug0RwvgrJZ49S) (Activate “Receive all” so you don’t miss anything!) Facebook Group –[https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) Facebook Page – Photos & updates: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Become an Organizer via WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) It’s 100% free because we are a non-profit association. ✦✦ Last-minute changes may happen, but everything is updated via the app with the free pass. To better manage the number of participants, we rely on registrations through the free pass. Sign up only if you’re sure to come – we’re counting on you! / By participating in our activity, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed. Photos and videos will be shared on our social networks and may be used for commercial purposes. You can also post your own photos with the hashtag #socializus

This group is for anyone interested in writing in English, whether it be prose or poetry or non-fiction. We get together once a week to listen, critique and support each other in our work. Attendees bring something they have written, six copies, printed out and no longer than seven pages, which they read aloud. They then receive feedback from the rest of the group. The size of the group is limited to 6, so that everyone is able to receive a full 30 minutes of constructive feedback including reading time. If you have nothing to read but would like to come and listen, you are most welcome too. We are an anglophone group and everything is conducted in English, in fact not everyone who comes can speak French. Please bear this in mind if you sign up.

* Between 20 and 30 international attendees \* We meet to promote cultural exchanges or practice a foreign language. The number of participants is limited to preserve user-friendliness. The address is therefore given only for participants who have taken a membership card valid for one year. The membership card offers a special feature: choose a sticker number and receive a free shot at the bar after chatting with other group members. **Card fee is 5€ and available here** : https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025

Join us for our women's book club meet-up! The meetup address to be announced. Please note that as I'm going to be booking a table for dinner, the restaurant will be expecting that everyone orders something to eat. \*You will need to confirm your attendance through WhatsApp prior to the event. I will reach out to you personally though messages to add you to the WhatsApp chat\* Book details: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/227429747-cursed-daughters?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=6gNFWirAtb&rank=2

**Attention, nous testons une soirée à deux villages, et nous ne serons pas dans notre lieu habituel.** Si les inscriptions sont pleines, nous ferons deux villages de 12. Soirée Trouble Brewing, une valeure sûre, qui **convient aux joueur(se)s de tous niveaux**. Si c'est votre toute première partie de Blood on the Clocktower (quelle chance !), je recommande de tout de même plutôt rejoindre une de nos sessions pour joueur(se)s débutant(e)s, nous y expliquons les règles en détail. **Soirée enquête, bluff et intrigues au Five.** Venez (re)découvrir cette petite pépite du jeu d'intrigue qu'est Blood on the Clocktower, à mi-chemin entre un loup-garou et une murder mystery : incarnez le temps d'un soir un des habitants du village de Ravenswood Bluff, et enquêtez, bluffez, collaborez avec les autres joueurs pour faire la lumière sur la malédiction qui ronge le village de l'intérieur. Ou jouez pour le camp du mal, et avancez dans l'ombre pour semer le doute et la discorde parmi vos concitoyens. * Soirée Trouble Brewing, une valeure sûre, qui **convient aux joueur(se)s de tous niveaux**. * Nous serons accueillis au bar "le Five", qui nous met à disposition un espace de jeu. * Participation gratuite, par contre nous serons dans un bar, donc pensez à consommer.

**Soirée intermédiaire au Five.** Si les inscriptions sont pleines, nous ferons deux villages de 12 (probablement un [Sects and Violets](https://wiki.bloodontheclocktower.com/Sects_%26_Violets), et un [Bad Moon Rising](https://wiki.bloodontheclocktower.com/Bad_Moon_Rising)) Soirée ouverte **à toute personne ayant déjà joué au moins une partie de Blood on the Clocktower**, et souhaitant explorer les autres scripts proposés par le jeu. Si c'est votre toute première partie de Blood on the Clocktower (quelle chance !), rejoignez plutôt une de nos sessions pour joueur(se)s débutant(e)s, nous y expliquons les règles en détail. **Soirée enquête, bluff et intrigues au Five.** Venez (re)découvrir cette petite pépite du jeu d'intrigue qu'est Blood on the Clocktower, à mi-chemin entre un loup-garou et une murder mystery : incarnez le temps d'un soir un des habitants du village de Ravenswood Bluff, et enquêtez, bluffez, collaborez avec les autres joueurs pour faire la lumière sur la malédiction qui ronge le village de l'intérieur. Ou jouez pour le camp du mal, et avancez dans l'ombre pour semer le doute et la discorde parmi vos concitoyens. * Soirée "script intermédiaire" : nous y testerons d'autres scripts que Trouble Brewing, parmi les plus accessibles. Parfait pour commencer à explorer toute la richesse de BotC. **Nécessite de déjà connaître le jeu**. * Nous serons accueillis au bar "le Five", qui nous met à disposition un espace de jeu. * Participation gratuite, par contre nous serons dans un bar, donc pensez à consommer.

Nous poursuivons le cycle consacré à Emile Zola et à sa série littéraire "Les Rougon-Macquart" avec le 10e volume : **"Pot-Bouille"** "Zola est entré partout, chez les ouvriers et chez les bourgeois. Chez les premiers, selon lui, tout est visible. La misère comme le plaisir saute aux yeux. Chez les seconds tout est caché. Ils clament : « Nous sommes l'honneur, la morale, la famille. » Faux, répond Zola, vous êtes le mensonge de tout cela. Votre pot-bouille est la marmite où mijotent toutes les pourritures de la famille. Octave Mouret, le futur patron qui révolutionnera le commerce en créant Au Bonheur des Dames, arrive de province et loue une chambre dans un immeuble de la rue de Choiseul. Beau et enjoué, il séduit une femme par étage, découvrant ainsi les secrets de chaque famille. Ce dixième volume des Rougon-Macquart, retraçant la vie sous le Second Empire, c'est ici la bourgeoisie côté rue et côté cour, avec ses soucis de filles à marier, de rang à tenir ou à gagner, coûte que coûte. Les caricatures de Zola sont cruelles mais elles sont vraies." Babelio Pour la présentation d'auteur et le focus sur l'oeuvre : \- Solène fera une présentation selon son choix ; choix qu'elle nous communiquera dès que possible\. * Je fais le focus sur l'oeuvre. Et n'oubliez pas ! Partagez, si sous le souhaitez, quelques mots, passages et/ou citations qui vous ont marqués, touchés, et qui vous semblent importants à partager avec le groupe et les participants. Enfin, inscrivez-vous, je vous prie, uniquement si vous êtes sûrs d'être de la partie. Bien à vous tous, bonnes lectures, et à bientôt ! Jélila PS : la cotisation est de 2 euros par personne et par an, mais elle reste facultative et n'est jamais nominative (les frais dus à la plateforme sont de 240 euros par an).

Bonjour, et Konnichiwa ! 🇯🇵 Je m’appelle Rica, je suis une Japonaise qui vient de Yokohama et organisatrice de ce groupe. Je vous propose de nous retrouver autour d'un café (ou d'un thé) et de parler japonais ensemble. ☕️
Ouvert à toute personne qui apprend le japonais maintenant ou qui a déjà appris le japonais. Discutons de manière détendue en petit groupe (de 4 participantes maximum) en japonais. Pas de soucis, si vous ne pouvez pas être là dès le début ou jusqu’à la fin. Nous aurons 1 heur de conversation en japonais, et vous pouvez rester 30 minutes supplémentaires si vous souhaitez échanger ou jouer le petite joue japonais sans restriction de langue après cela. 😊 Ce sera une belle occasion de vous exercer à l’oral en japonais, ainsi que de rencontrer d'autres apprenants de japonais qui pourront se motiver, échanger des bonnes idées et information pour apprendre le japonais ou le culture japonais. (Merci de noter que cet événement s’adresse à ceux qui ont déjà une base en japonais. Il n’y aura pas d’explications en français pendant la conversation. Si vous débutez tout juste le japonais, n’hésitez pas à m’écrire — je prévois un autre rendez-vous spécialement pour les vrais débutants !) N'hésitez pas à me contacter si vous avez des questions. J’ai hâte de vous voir ! ✨ 👉Vos consommations sont à vos frais. N’oubliez pas la monnaie ! 👉 Merci d’éviter d’annuler votre participation moins de 24 heures avant l’événement. Merci beaucoup, et à bientôt ! Rica

**Paris H3 R\*n 1132 \| TBD** DescriptionTBD 🐰 Hares: TBD 👣 Trail: A-to-B trail, no bag drop 🧭 Directions: métro X (lignes X, X), sortie/exit X 📍 Meeting Point: statue/pissoir/follow the markings 💶 Hash Cash: 5 € (Hash cash is collected to keep our club active, and also to pay for your beer.) 🥐 Bring what you need. Up to you, but this could include water, sunblock, snow goggles, survival snack, chalk to back mark, a whistle if you can’t shout, brand new running shoes, a virgin, shiggy socks, a hash hymnal, a bag of tea, a bag of wine, wax, and/or extra cash. Dress appropriately - we run, and we may get into some shiggy (mud, puddles, scratchy bushes, wet paint, ...) On on! 👣🍻 https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh

La Maison russe des sciences et de la culture accueille l’action internationale annuelle « La Dictée totale » une véritable fête de la langue russe En 2026, le texte a été choisie de l’œuvre littéraire de Alexeï Varlamov, écrivain et publiciste russe, spécialiste de l’histoire de la littérature russe du XXᵉ siècle, professeur à l’Université d’État de Moscou et rédacteur en chef de la revue « Littérature et études ». En mai 2026, les visiteurs de la Maison russe auront l’occasion de rencontrer personnellement l’auteur Le texte de la dictée sera lu aux participants par la blogueuse et historienne de l’art, auteure du canal Telegram « Et comment ça va à Paris ? », Maria Troitskaïa. Après la Dictée, les participants pourront communiquer avec Maria en russe ou en français. Entrée gratuite sur inscription préalable sur le site la Maison russe à Paris, 61 rue Boissière 75116 Paris 01 44 34 79 79 crsc . fr Annonce relayée GRACIEUSEMENT par Ladies_Gentlemen_Club Florence & Christophe de Barros Conti +33 6 88 88 01 03, vous souhaitent de vivifiantes émotions et de mémorables rencontres Vous aimez votre Club Ladies_Gentlemen ? Nous vous aimons aussi, afin de continuer à vous proposer des évènements édifiants, des activités divertissantes et maintenir l'adhésion au club GRATUITE Participez aux événements payants non remboursable, une petite marge contribue aux frais de l’association faites un don à partir de 1€, vous soutenez une action culturelle bienveillante indépendante 1€ don du coeur, chaque don compte Merci REJOINDRE le CLUB GRATUIT [https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/ladies_gentlemen/events/](https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/ladies_gentlemen/events/) [https://www.instagram.com/ladies_gentlemen_club/](https://www.instagram.com/ladies_gentlemen_club/) [https://www.tiktok.com/@ladies_gentlemen_club](https://www.tiktok.com/@ladies_gentlemen_club) [https://www.youtube.com/@decideagencyflorencedebarr4226/videos](https://www.youtube.com/@decideagencyflorencedebarr4226/videos) [https://www.decide.tv](https://www.decide.tv/) [https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceDeBarrosConti.decideAgencyCannes](https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceDeBarrosConti.decideAgencyCannes)

**Step into the laid-back charm of Cosy Cave Conversations**, a Parisian philosophy chat that's more relaxed than a cat in a sunbeam 🐈 🌞 Gather with a bunch of easygoing souls, share thoughts on the good life and its mysteries, enjoy a beverage, and have a good laugh. A few things to be aware of: * **Please** **don't show up without a spot** (we aim to keep it cosy and we always have a waiting list these days — check if you’re on the list or the waiting list) * If it's your first event, it's essential you **turn up early, or at the latest on time (<7pm)** so you understand how it works, what the topic is and don't interrupt the session * The **session runs from 7pm to 8:30pm** where we focus on the discussion, but don't worry, you'll have a chance to socialise, introduce yourselves and continue the chat after the session. **If you’re running late** (the curtains are closed), that’s okay, but please wait to join us in the break rather than interrupting the session. * Please read the **tips below** for a good session before coming along **How does it work?** We embrace the café-philo method — proposing intriguing topics on the night (up to 3), choosing one together, and diving into everything from consciousness, community, death and god, while managing to keep it light and easy 🦦 **Forget the stiff atmosphere**, we're all about small groups (\~10 people) and unpretentious chats with no homework required. No need for a philosophy degree, just bring your open mind and a dash of curiosity. **Join us every Wednesday 19h-20h30 at Les Acolytes** — because pondering the profound is better with good company (and a pint). See you there! 🎉 A few tips for a great session: * come with an **open and curious mind** 🧠 * **prioritise listening to others and asking questions** without interrupting or long monologues 👂 * we put a strong **emphasise on giving everyone a chance to contribute to the discussion**, so try and be aware of how much space and time you take up when speaking 🐻‍❄️ * we prioritise **intellectual accessibility**: this is not an academic group therefore we ask to keep any philosophy jargon to a minimum and instead explain any concepts in plain english 🤠 * we are an **apolitical group** that focuses on discussing and exploring philosophical ideas without endorsing or aligning with any specific political or religous ideologies. Our aim is to encourage open, unbiased dialogue centered on philosophical inquiry within a safe and respectful environment 🐥

**💝 Cleveland Zoom Speed Dating – Personality & Age Matched** This online speed dating event is built around a host who sets the tone, keeps things easy, and helps people feel comfortable from the first minute. Meet Cleveland singles from home. We sort the matching, you just turn up. It's simple: complete a short personality quiz, jump on Zoom, and meet Cleveland singles in guided one-on-one rounds. Matches shared afterwards. **Pick your age group and sign up:** - 💡 **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=18-32&face_v=2.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=30-46&face_v=2.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=40-58&face_v=2.0) **⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** You need to register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 🎯 **Especially useful for:** - Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience - Singles in Cleveland who want to meet people from home - 🔥 Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting 📌 **What to know** - 🔥 **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured - **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you - 🎯 **Host:** Experienced host steering the session 🔄 **What to expect** 1. **Register** – Select your age group above and sign up. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Cleveland singles. 3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it. 4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Cleveland locals. **Frequently Asked Questions** **What if I'm shy?** The virtual setting and hosted rounds keep things comfortable for everyone. **What's the personality quiz for?** **How long are the chats?** --- ✨ Real people, real conversations — all from your home. 🥰 ✨ Lean version: fewer words, same core offer. Everything important, without the extra padding. 🤝 **Community angle** - Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum - The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly - The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join That community angle is deliberate: better conversations, more familiar faces, and stronger momentum over time.

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This month's prompt concerns the idea of the “warrior philosopher” (seemed appropriate in these times)--that is someone whose understanding of violence, power, and justice is forged through direct experience of war. We are looking at Major General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated U.S. Marine raised in a Quaker (pacifist) tradition who later became a prominent critic of American militarism (there is a wonderful biography of Gen. Butler called "Gangsters of Capitalism") Butler's argument in *War Is a Racket* (1935): that many U.S. interventions were driven less by national defense than by corporate and financial interests, with Butler portraying himself as an enforcer for business and Wall Street. We can consider the moral ambiguity of his insider critique—whether complicity strengthens or undermines credibility and also consider some of the concrete reforms he proposed (e.g., “conscript” capital before soldiers, restrict the military to coastal defense, and have only those who fight decide on war). Butler’s life arc clearly changed from pacifist upbringing to warrior to antiwar crusader—and asks whether true understanding of peace requires firsthand knowledge of war, and what that implies about the cost of suffering. So do we need to suffer to understand suffering? Do we have to experience war to appreciate peace? As one more question: in the movie "A Few Good Men" Jack Nicholson's character says that "you have the luxury of not knowing what I know" so do most of us go through life oblivious to real violence and suffering? See you at Drunken Philosophy!

**Hosted by Unity of Columbus \| Facilitated by Carisa Holmes\, EFT Practitioner** Join us for a powerful and uplifting workshop where you’ll be introduced to **Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also known as tapping**—a simple, effective method that helps release stress, calm the mind, and restore emotional balance. In today’s fast-paced world, many of us carry tension, anxiety, and emotional blocks that impact our well-being. This interactive session will guide you through practical techniques you can use anytime to create a sense of peace and clarity.

**Our April novel is: *The Hong Kong Widow* by Kristen Loesch** **This month’s novel blends gothic atmosphere with historical fiction and chilling horror, set against the haunting backdrop of China. The book is 368 pages in print and 10 hours and 42 minutes on audiobook.** In 1950s Hong Kong, Mei is a young refugee of the Chinese Communist revolution struggling to put her past in Shanghai behind her. When she receives a shocking invitation—to take part in a competition in one of the city's most notorious haunted houses, pitting six spirit mediums against one another in a series of six séances over six nights, until a single winner emerges—she has every reason to refuse. Except that the hostess, a former Shanghainese silent film star, is none other than the wife of the man who once destroyed Mei’s entire life. It is promised the winner will receive a fortune, but there is only one prize Mei wants: revenge. Decades later, the final night of that competition has become an infamous urban legend: The police were called to the scene of a brutal massacre but found no evidence, dismissing it as a collective hallucination. Mei knows what she saw, but now someone else is convinced they know what she did. She must uncover the truth about the last night she ever spent in that house—even if the ghosts of her past are waiting for her there. . . .

Join us as we get together for a Discount Tuesday / Choose Your Movie event to see your choice of two great new films! Option 1 (and the one I'll be seeing) is the top-reviewed comedy-drama, THE CHRISTOPHERS! The film is set in the art world and follows the estranged children of a former artist who hire a forger. It is directed by Steven Soderberg, stars Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel and has been earning rave reviews on the indie circuit. Option 2 is the latest action-thriller starring Bob Odenkirk, NORMAL! The film follows a temporary small-town sheriff who uncovers dark mysteries after a local bank robbery. Here are descriptions, trailers and our plan for this event: THE CHRISTOPHERS: The children of a once famous artist hire a forger to complete some unfinished, long ago abandoned canvases so they'll have a better inheritance when he dies. It is directed by Steven Soderbergh and stars Ian McKellen, Michaela Coel, Jessica Gunning and James Corden. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film is earning an excellent 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it a “dynamic, emotional and surprising journey” and a “compelling chamber piece that works like intellectual comfort food.” Others call the film, an “incredibly funny, comedy drama with plot reversals that make it feel like it’s on the verge of a thriller!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H79-EqzmdwY&t=20s NORMAL: This action-crime-thriller follows a man who comes to the sleepy town of Normal, Minnesota to serve as the temporary sheriff. But a bank robbery leads him to a criminal underground reaches throughout the entire town. The film is directed by Ben Wheatley and stars Bob Odenkirk, Henry Winkler and Lena Headey. The film comes from the same team that brought us Nobody and the John Wick series, so expect an over-the-top, action-filled thrill ride! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rmm-lM33Qw0&t=19s PLAN: Details for this event have been confirmed! For THE CHRISTOPHERS, please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:40 and 6:50pm! For NORMAL, please purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and meet in the upstairs lobby between 7:10 and 7:20pm! For both films, tickets just $5 ($6.50 after online fees when purchased on the GFC website). Advance purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us for a fun Dinner & a Movie event as we get together to see MICHAEL + Dinner at CAP City! The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Jaafar Jackson (Michael Jackson’s nephew) as the King of Pop! Early buzz is strong for what should be an excellent musical-biopic! Here are details, a trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: This biographical musical drama follows the life of Michael Jackson, from his time with the Jackson 5 to his early solo career! Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. Jaafar Jackson (Michael Jackson’s nephew) stars in the title role alongside Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, Miles Teller and Colman Domingo. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbtgEE6rkxw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbtgEE6rkxw) MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 3:35pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby between 3:10 and 3:20pm. Tickets already on sale and advance purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event! DINNER PLAN: Dinner immediately following the movie (around 6pm) at nearby CAP City Fine Diner! Seating is limited for the dinner portion of this event, so separate RSVP required. If you plan to join for Dinner AND the movie, please be sure to RSVP in both places. CAP CITY FINE DINER: This upscale diner from Cameron Mitchell is known its “retro-cool” atmosphere, modern twists on classic comfort food and their “showstopper” desserts! The menu reimagines nostalgic dishes like meatloaf, beef stroganoff, and pot roast with gourmet twists. The menu also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options with lots of apps, cocktails, salads, sandwiches, burgers (including a black bean veggie burger), the most welcome return of their Veggie Plate (with Hummus) and more. Desserts include their 24K Carrot Cake, Coconut Cake and Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Pie. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan