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Sorties et rencontres amicales PARIS - Afterwork, jeux, rando, sport...
Sorties et rencontres amicales PARIS - Afterwork, jeux, rando, sport...
👋 Qui veut intĂ©grer un groupe d'amis en cours de constitution pour faire des sorties et activitĂ©s ensemble sur Paris et la rĂ©gion parisienne ? Voici quelques exemples de sorties proposĂ©es dans ce groupe : ❇ apĂ©ro, afterwork, bars, restaurants, brunch, pique-nique ❇ cinĂ©, concert, thĂ©atre, musĂ©e ❇ sports (tennis, initiation au golf, hiit, running, escalade, etc.) ❇ jeux de sociĂ©tĂ© (poker, loup garou...) et en plein air (mollky, pĂ©tanque...) ❇ week-end ❇ et tout ce que tu pourras proposer. đŸ’„đŸ’„ Ouverture, respect et bienveillance sont les valeurs qui animent le groupe đŸ’„đŸ’„ Si tout cela te parle, inscris toi Ă  notre groupe "Sorties et rencontres amicales - Paris" pour ĂȘtre informĂ©(e) de toutes les sorties, il vient tout juste d'ĂȘtre créé sur Meetup et nous serons heureux de faire ta connaissance lors d'une prochaine sortie 👋 Ne te fie pas au nombre de participants sur Meetup, nous sommes sur plusieurs sites et Meetup est le dernier sur lequel nous avons ouvert un compte. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* BIEN LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT CI-DESSOUS \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **NB : INUTILE DE CLIQUER SUR "Participer" SUR CETTE FICHE.** Inscris toi juste au groupe et clique sur "Participer" uniquement sur les activitĂ©s / sorties qui ont lieu de façon sure et certaine et qui sont toutes prĂ©cĂ©dĂ©es des symboles đŸ’„đŸ’„ devant leur titre. **Si dans le titre de la sortie il n'y a pas les symboles đŸ’„đŸ’„ c'est que la sortie n'est pas confirmĂ©e.** Nos sorties (et celle d'autres utilisateurs) sont Ă©galement publiĂ©es sur l'application gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem : 👉 Appstore : [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803) 👉 Google Play : [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.weezemapp) Tu peux aussi t'inscrire au groupe Whatsapp Weezem ici pour ĂȘtre informĂ©(e) de nos futures sorties 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC) A trĂšs vite. Patrice
July Meetup - Death in Venice by Thomas Mann
July Meetup - Death in Venice by Thomas Mann
Our choice for July is Death in Venice by Thomas Mann ... I think that it's quite a summer reading - we'll see!!! Enjoy your reading!
[STAND-UP] The Dissident Comedy Show: hosted by Maddie Storm
[STAND-UP] The Dissident Comedy Show: hosted by Maddie Storm
Laugh your heart out at The Dissident Comedy Show this Wednesday, Juillet 1st at 8:30PM, in one of Paris’s best jazz bars! Don’t miss this unique night of stand-up comedy in both French and English. After the stand up we will have a jazz concert for which you are most welcome to stay. Venez vous marrer au Dissident Comedy Show mercredi 1er Juillet Ă  20H30, dans l’un des meilleurs bars jazz de Paris ! Ne manquez pas cette soirĂ©e unique de stand-up en français et en anglais. AprĂšs le stand-up, un concert de jazz aura lieu, et vous ĂȘtes bien sĂ»r les bienvenus pour rester. đŸ—“ïž MERCREDI 1 JUILLET de 20H30 Ă  22H 📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris 🔮 entrĂ©e = 1 boisson 🌐 visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus d’informations
✹đŸ§ș🌳📖Poetry Picnic in a park 📖🌳đŸ§ș✹
✹đŸ§ș🌳📖Poetry Picnic in a park 📖🌳đŸ§ș✹
**Welcome to the Paris Poetry Circle!** Now in its 30th year, our English-language poetry reading group continues to bring together lovers of verse and thought in the heart of Paris. 🎉 Join us this Wednesday evening for a gathering of minds and voices as we read and reflect on poems that move, challenge, and illuminate — all shared over some quiet drinks. đŸ«–â˜•ïžđŸ„€đŸ§‰đŸč We seek poems that are clear yet profound, sweet or serious — those that carry us forward and help us make sense of the world. We steer clear of the obscure or needlessly complex; we value clarity over cleverness, sincerity over show. Each poem is read anonymously to begin with, without revealing the author, allowing space for open, unbiased interpretation. We then explore it together — carefully, curiously — to uncover what lies beneath the surface. After the meeting, we write a letter of thanks to the living poets we have read at the group, to thank and congratulate them. We revere all the poets of this world. The group is small — usually six or seven thoughtful individuals, up to a maximum of ten. The conversation is warm, intelligent, and grounded. There is no performance, no pressure to contribute, and no cost. Only a shared pursuit of insight, beauty, and fellowship. If that resonates with you, we’d love to welcome you. Bring a poem, or simply bring yourself. 📚✹ **Please note this event is reserved for long time comers.**
Cosy Cave Conversations // 10Úme // Café philo in English
Cosy Cave Conversations // 10Úme // Café philo in English
**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 cafĂ©-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 đŸ»â€â„ïž * 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 đŸ€  * 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 đŸ„
Cours d'initiation Ă  danse orientale Paris 20
Cours d'initiation Ă  danse orientale Paris 20
Je vous propose un cours d'initiation pour dĂ©couvrir la danse orientale dans un cadre chaleureux et bienveillant. Le cours se dĂ©roule dans un joli studio Ă  Paris. Au programme: · PrĂ©sentation orale de la danse orientale · Échauffement · Technique : DĂ©composition de pas de bases et entraĂźnement · Mini enchaĂźnement chorĂ©graphiĂ© · Retour au calme - Étirements Niveau novice & dĂ©butant Infos et inscriptions: via meetup ou par mail cynthia.danseorientale@gmail.com Au plaisir de vous rencontrer!
Blood on the Clocktower aux Caves Alliées (Trouble Brewing)
Blood on the Clocktower aux Caves Alliées (Trouble Brewing)
SoirĂ©e Trouble Brewing. Une valeur sĂ»re qui convient aux joueur(se)s dĂ©butant(e)s comme expĂ©rimentĂ©(e)s! Si c'est votre toute premiĂšre partie, je recommanderais tout de mĂȘme de venir d'abord Ă  une de nos sessions pour joueur(se)s dĂ©butant(e)s: nous y expliquons les rĂšgles en dĂ©tails. **SoirĂ©e enquĂȘte, bluff et intrigues aux Caves AlliĂ©es.** Venez (re)dĂ©couvrir cette petite pĂ©pite du jeu d'intrigue qu'est Blood on the Clocktower, Ă  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 enquĂȘtez, bluffez, collaborez avec les autres joueurs pour faire la lumiĂšre sur la malĂ©diction qui ronge le village de l'intĂ©rieur. Ou jouez pour le camp du mal, et avancez dans l'ombre pour semer le doute et la discorde parmi vos concitoyens. * SoirĂ©e Trouble Brewing. Une valeur sĂ»re qui convient aux joueur(se)s dĂ©butant(e)s comme expĂ©rimentĂ©(e)s! * Nous serons accueillis au bar "les Caves AlliĂ©es" (taverne mĂ©diĂ©vale Ă  Paris 6Ăšme), qui nous met Ă  disposition un espace de jeu. * Participation gratuite, par contre nous serons dans un bar, donc pensez Ă  consommer (Ils ont un large choix de biĂšres, des softs, boissons mĂ©diĂ©vales, et planches pour grignoter).

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Atelier d'écriture du mois de juillet 26 : "La poudre aux yeux"
Atelier d'écriture du mois de juillet 26 : "La poudre aux yeux"
Chers tous ! Le thÚme sera posté dÚs que nous l'aurons décidé. Comme toujours, assurez-vous , je vous prie, de vos intentions de participation. Bonnes et belles lectures et écritures et à bientÎt ! Jelila PS : je publiera le lieu le plus tÎt possible (selon la ou les brasseries)
PLU Open Mic
PLU Open Mic
Paris Lit Up open mic (PLU) Every Thursday in English (other languages too – when in Rome, speak French) at the historic home of French Slam poetry, Culture Rapide (103 Rue Julien Lacroix, 75020). If you would like to read, dance, sing or otherwise express yourself, sign up is open and free to all, starting at 20.00-ish. We go until we drop or run out of performers! In any language. Or no language at all. No limits, just respect. Plus, each week featured performers from around the world are invited to strut their stuff before our rowdy but respectful audience. For this week's special guest, see: www.facebook.com/ParisLitUp Not in Paris? Join us online at "PLU Live on Zoom"! Every Wednesday from 9pm CET. Just like an open mic, but we chat a bit too. Always the same link, hosts rotate: http://tiny.cc/PLUopenmic
Club de lecture n°21 : SF et humanitĂ©, Des fleurs pour Algernon de Keyes đŸ§ đŸ€–
Club de lecture n°21 : SF et humanitĂ©, Des fleurs pour Algernon de Keyes đŸ§ đŸ€–
Bonjour Ă  toutes et tous ! ✹ Pour notre Club de lecture n°21, qui aura lieu le **4 juillet** 📖, nous ouvrirons un nouveau thĂšme autour de la science-fiction et de l'humain Ă  travers ***Des fleurs pour Algernon*** de Daniel Keyes 🌟. À travers le parcours de Charlie Gordon, un homme Ă  qui l'on propose une expĂ©rience destinĂ©e Ă  accroĂźtre son intelligence, ce roman nous invite Ă  rĂ©flĂ©chir Ă  ce qui fait notre humanitĂ©, Ă  notre rapport aux autres et aux limites du progrĂšs scientifique. Entre Ă©motion, rĂ©flexion et questionnements Ă©thiques, cette Ɠuvre incontournable continue de marquer profondĂ©ment ses lecteurs. Comme toujours, nous nous retrouverons autour d’un cafĂ© ou d’un thĂ© ☕ pour Ă©changer librement sur nos impressions et nos rĂ©flexions, dans un esprit bienveillant et ouvert. Au plaisir de vous retrouver pour cette nouvelle lecture et d’échanger ensemble autour de ce roman aussi touchant que fascinant ✹ À trĂšs bientĂŽt, Amicalement, Jade 🌾
Cours de Salsa Portoricaine On 1 - Intermédiaire
Cours de Salsa Portoricaine On 1 - Intermédiaire
Bonjour Ă  tous ! Tu danses dĂ©jĂ  la salsa et tu as envie de passer au niveau supĂ©rieur ? Rejoins notre cours de salsa portoricaine On 1, niveau intermĂ©diaire ! Ici, on va travailler la technique, l’aisance dans les dĂ©placements et la prĂ©cision des mouvements, tout en explorant des figures plus complexes. C’est l’occasion d’approfondir ta maĂźtrise de la danse dans une ambiance chaleureuse et conviviale. Si tu as dĂ©jĂ  les bases, ce cours est fait pour toi ! 👉 Le cours d’essai est proposĂ© au tarif de **5€**. **INSCRIPTION COURS D'ESSAI :** [https://latinflow.fr/sinscrire-maintenant](https://latinflow.fr/sinscrire-maintenant) 📅 **PLANNING DES COURS :** đŸ”č **Studios Micadanses** (Paris 4e) *15 rue Geoffroy l’Asnier – M° Saint-Paul / HĂŽtel de Ville / Pont Marie* **Mardi :** * 21h-22h : Salsa Portoricaine On2 – DĂ©butant+/Inter **Mercredi :** * 19h-20h : TonicitĂ© & Souplesse – Tous niveaux * 20h-21h : Bachata – DĂ©butant * 21h-22h : Bachata – Inter/AvancĂ© đŸ”č **Loft Lechapelais (Paris 17e)** *6 rue Lechapelais – M° La Fourche / Place de Clichy / Rome* **Samedi :** * 14h-15h : Salsa On1 – Inter * 15h-16h : Salsa On1 – DĂ©butant * 16h-17h : Bachata – DĂ©butant Toutes les salles sont spacieuses et Ă©quipĂ©es de miroirs. ### đŸ“Č **INFOS & RÉSERVATIONS :** * TĂ©l : 06 27 48 50 88 * Email : yous.dance@gmail.com * Insta : @yous.dance / @cami.danse * Facebook : [Yous.dance](https://www.facebook.com/yous.dance) * Site : [https://latinflow.fr/](https://latinflow.fr/)
Édition 48: Fin d'un jeu de Julio Cortázar
Édition 48: Fin d'un jeu de Julio Cortázar
Pour notre derniĂšre rencontre avant les vacances d'Ă©tĂ©, nous dĂ©couvrirons un grand auteur argentin, Julio CortĂĄzar, et son recueil de contes *Fin d'un jeu*, publiĂ© en 1956. Des dieux sanglants et fĂ©roces surgis d'un passĂ© lointain, l'impossible mĂ©tamorphose d'un homme en bestiole aquatique, le public survoltĂ© d'un concert qui finit par dĂ©vorer le chef d'orchestre et les musiciens... et tant d'autres nouvelles oĂč la vĂ©ritĂ© se craquelle et tend vers le fantastique, oĂč CortĂĄzar est, comme Ă©crit Mario Vargas Llosa, "voyant qui dĂ©tecte l'insolite dans l'habitude, l'absurde dans la logique, l'exception dans la rĂšgle et le prodigieux dans le banal". Merci d'avoir lu le livre avant la rencontre afin de partager vos impressions, sentiments et pensĂ©es. À la fin de la sĂ©ance, nous choisirons collectivement la prochaine lecture et pour, ceux qui veulent, nous poursuivrons la discussion autour d’un petit dĂźner dans un restaurant.
Café lecture - Frankenstein de Mary Shelley
Café lecture - Frankenstein de Mary Shelley
**Cet Ă©tĂ©, retour sur un vieux classique de l'horreur, Frankenstein de Mary Shelley.** Venez rencontrer d'autres lecteurs de l'imaginaire pour Ă©changer sur ce livre et vos lectures. **ModalitĂ©s pratiques :** \- Nous nous retrouvons le samedi 4 juillet de 11h Ă  13h au cafĂ© "Murphy's house\. \- Nous Ă©changerons pendant 1h sur le livre de la sĂ©ance et 1h sur nos lectures du moment\. \- Le cafĂ© demande une consommation \(cafĂ©\, thĂ© etc\.\)\. **Pourquoi ce livre ?** Parce qu'il a Ă©tĂ© Ă©lu dĂ©mocratiquement :) Egalement, d'aprĂšs Mathilde, qui l'a proposĂ© au sondage : "lisons-le pour dĂ©couvrir l'une des pionniĂšres de la sf ! Il s'agit de l'un des premiers livres de science fiction, Ă©crit par une femme, et mĂȘme de l'un des premiers livres de science fiction tout court :)" À trĂšs vite pour Ă©changer avec vous ! Flora
Atelier d’écriture du dimanche
Atelier d’écriture du dimanche
Un Ă©vĂ©nement pour se retrouver entre femmes parisiennes qui Ă©crivent ✍
Faisons connaissance autour d’un thĂ© ou cafĂ© et Ă©crivons chacune de notre cĂŽtĂ©, toutes ensemble ! ☀ Au programme : 💬 Un petit tour de table ✍ Un atelier d’écriture guidĂ©e ☕ Un temps d’échange et de partage (si tu en as envie) À prĂ©voir : đŸ—’ïž / đŸ’» : carnet et stylo ou ordi (chargĂ©) selon tes prĂ©fĂ©rences!

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Founding Connections: The Columbus Investor Social | Vol. 1
Founding Connections: The Columbus Investor Social | Vol. 1
Hi everyone! We're Jared and Petria Walker, local real estate investors based in Columbus, Ohio, with a passion for short-term rentals and hospitality. We're looking to start a casual monthly Columbus-area meetup for entrepreneurs, investors, real estate professionals, and anyone interested in short-term rentals to share ideas, discuss market trends, learn from one another, and build meaningful relationships. Whether you're just getting started or have years of experience, we'd love to connect, collaborate, and grow together. We believe some of the best opportunities begin with great conversations. See you soon!
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
The topic for July is "Shoes" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!
Shut Up & Write!ℱ Easton Town Center
Shut Up & Write!ℱ Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One CafĂ©, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! ‱ What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! ‱ What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The CafĂ© on Saturday!
Pop-up Book Club 5: Rabbit, Run by John Updike
Pop-up Book Club 5: Rabbit, Run by John Updike
Let’s meet and discuss John Updike's Rabbit, Run, the first in his series of four novels following the life, hopes, and disappointments of former local basketball star, Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, as he fitfully confronts and evades adulthood.
 TINYACO Creative Writer's Salon
TINYACO Creative Writer's Salon
Happy hour book club
Happy hour book club