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Sorties et rencontres amicales PARIS - Afterwork, jeux, rando, sport...
đ 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 proposées dans ce groupe :
âïž apĂ©ro, afterwork, bars, restaurants, brunch, pique-nique
âïž cinĂ©, concert, thĂ©atre, musĂ©e
âïž sports (tennis, initiation au golf, hiit, running, escalade, etc.)
âïž jeux de sociĂ©tĂ© (poker, loup garou...) et en plein air (mollky, pĂ©tanque...)
âïž week-end
âïž et tout ce que tu pourras proposer.
đ„đ„ Ouverture, respect et bienveillance sont les valeurs qui animent le groupe đ„đ„
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 đ 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 đ„đ„ devant leur titre. **Si dans le titre de la sortie il n'y a pas les symboles đ„đ„ c'est que la sortie n'est pas confirmĂ©e.**
Nos sorties (et celle d'autres utilisateurs) sont également publiées sur l'application gratuite de rencontres amicales Weezem :
đ Appstore : [https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803](https://apps.apple.com/fr/app/weezem/id1547233803)
đ 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 đ [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BoYNpq9JUyFB6RbIIDjblC)
A trĂšs vite.
Patrice
âšSOIRĂE CRĂATIVE ET CONVIVIALE / CREATIVE AND SOCIAL EVENINGSâš
https://chat.whatsapp.com/GzV0ojptK5Z7EvPYI1Zhc8
Groupe Whatsapp pour filtrer les spams et les fantĂŽmes avant de vous ajouter au vrai groupe.
English text at the end of this message
Un lieu, des rencontres, et la créativité comme langage commun.
Ici, câest un vĂ©ritable QG oĂč lâon fait des soirĂ©es comme en appartement. Bien calĂ©s dans les canapĂ©s, on se retrouve jour aprĂšs jour pour crĂ©er du lien, rencontrer des artistes et artisans passionnĂ©s, et partager des moments authentiques.
Chaque soirĂ©e mĂȘle atelier d'initiation + apĂ©ro papotage convivial, avec des animations brise-glace pour que chacun se sente Ă lâaise et que tout le monde sâamuse, mĂȘme en venant seul·e.
Peinture, dessin, personnalisation dâobjets, broderie artisanale, body painting, art numĂ©rique, musique, Ă©criture crĂ©ative, pyrogravure⊠explorez, Ă©changez, expĂ©rimentez librement.
â ïž Venir avec Ă grignoter et Ă boire (sans alcool) pour prolonger le moment ensemble.â ïž
â ïžâ ïž Prix : 20⏠â ïžâ ïž
Débutant·es bienvenu·es
Aucune expĂ©rience requise, juste lâenvie de vivre un moment diffĂ©rent
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Creative & Social Evenings
A place, encounters, and creativity as a shared language.
Here, itâs a true home base where evenings feel like hanging out in a cozy apartment. Comfortably settled on sofas, we gather day after day to connect, meet passionate artists and artisans, and share authentic moments.
Each evening combines an introductory workshop + a relaxed social apéro, with icebreaker activities to make everyone feel at ease and ensure a fun time, even if you come alone.
Painting, drawing, object customization, embroidery, body painting, digital art, music, creative writing, wood burning ⊠explore, connect, and express yourself freely.
â ïž Bring something to snack on and drink (non-alcoholic) to enjoy together.â ïž
â ïžâ ïž Price : 20⏠â ïžâ ïž
Beginners welcome
No experience needed, just the desire to enjoy something different
Lass Uns Deutsch Sprechen ! / Parlons Allemand !
* Zwischen 10 und 30 internationale Teilnehmer \*
Wir treffen uns, um kulturellen Austausch zu fördern und Fremdsprachen zu ĂŒben. Heute Abend stehen Französisch oder Deutsch im Mittelpunkt!
Um eine freundliche und intime AtmosphĂ€re zu gewĂ€hrleisten, ist die Anzahl der Teilnehmer begrenzt. Die Veranstaltungsadresse wird nur mit Personen geteilt, die eine gĂŒltige Jahresmitgliedskarte besitzen. Durch den Beitritt zu unserer Vereinigung erhalten Sie auĂerdem einen kleinen Trick, um die Teilnehmerzahl zu ĂŒberprĂŒfen. Die Mitgliedskarte bietet eine besondere Funktion: WĂ€hlen Sie eine Aufklebernummer, um nach GesprĂ€chen mit anderen Gruppenmitgliedern einen kostenlosen Shot an der Bar zu erhalten.
**Kartenkosten**: 5⏠(hier erhÀltlich).
\*\* Entre 10 et 30 participants internationaux \*\*
Nous nous réunissons pour favoriser les échanges culturels et la pratique des langues étrangÚres.
Ce soir, place au français ou à l'allemand !
Pour une ambiance conviviale et intimiste, le nombre de participants est limité.
L'adresse de l'événement sera communiquée uniquement aux personnes possédant une carte de membre annuelle valide.
En adhérant à notre association, vous recevrez également une petite astuce pour vérifier le nombre de participants. La carte de membre offre une particularité : choisissez un numéro de vignette pour recevoir un shot gratuit au bar aprÚs avoir discuté avec les autres membres du groupe.
**Prix du billet** : 5 ⏠(disponible ici). âŹïž :
[https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025](https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025)
NĂ©mo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Ăle-de-France! đ
**NĂ©mo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Ăle-de-France! đ**
This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity.
**Whatâs on the program?**
âą Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines đ€
âą Captivating sensory and visual performances đ
âą Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world đ
We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. đ«
More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/)
**Want to get more involved?**
Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly.
đ© **How to participate**:
Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability.
Letâs organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! đ«
**Spread the word!**
If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group!
The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. đ
See you soon,
**The Art&More Team**
SoirĂ©e ENQUĂTES (lundi)
DĂ©tectives en herbe, venez enquĂȘter avec nous !
Votre objectif : analyser les éléments du dossier, comprendre ce qui s'est passé et trouver le coupable.
18h30-19h00 : formation des Ă©quipes et prĂ©sentation des enquĂȘtes
(comptez 2h Ă 2h30 d'enquĂȘte)
Venez seul.e ou en groupe, peu importe. On fera les équipes sur place :)
Pas besoin d'arriver pile Ă 18h00 pour ceux qui veulent venir en cours de soirĂ©e, mais c'est compliquĂ© de rejoindre une enquĂȘte en cours. Nous ne pouvons garantir les places que jusqu'Ă 19h00, ensuite ça dĂ©pendra de l'affluence :)
AprĂšs l'enquĂȘte, nous ferons des jeux de sociĂ©tĂ© jusqu'Ă la fermeture Ă 23h.
Prix d'entrĂ©e du cafĂ©-jeux Ă 10 âŹ, dont une boisson comprise et des jeux Ă volontĂ©.
[JAZZ] Ben Lopez and Alex Perrot Duo
Benjamin et Alexandre se retrouvent au Dissident Club pour explorer le rĂ©pertoire des compositeurs qui les inspirent, tels que Monk, Duke Ellington ou encore Bill Frisell. Entre improvisation libre et complicitĂ© musicale, ils revisitent ces univers avec sensibilitĂ©, offrant un moment vibrant, crĂ©atif et profondĂ©ment ancrĂ© dans lâesprit du jazz.
ââBen Lopez - guitare
Alex Perrot - contrebasse
đïž LUNDI 11 MAI de 19H Ă 21H
đ 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris
đŽ entrĂ©e gratuite + sans rĂ©servation + 5 ⏠(minimum) de contribution aux musiciens sur votre premier verre (nous prĂ©fĂ©rons l'argent liquide) + consommation obligatoire
đ visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus dâinformations
Short Stories Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
PLU Open Mic
Paris Lit Up open mic (PLU)
Every Thursday in English (other languages too â 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
Writers' On-Line Feedback Session via Zoom
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.
Stage d'Ă©criture âLes bases du romanâ Ă Saint-Denis
**Stage âLes bases du romanâ Ă Saint-Denis**
**[INSCRIPTION](https://www.ecrireandco.com/stages-roman)**
Ce stage dâune journĂ©e propose un panorama clair et structurĂ© des grands principes qui rĂ©gissent lâĂ©criture dâun roman. Ă travers une approche thĂ©orique accessible, il permet dâexplorer les Ă©lĂ©ments-clĂ©s qui donnent vie Ă une fiction longue. Objectif : acquĂ©rir une vision dâensemble des Ă©tapes et outils essentiels Ă la construction dâun roman, afin de mieux comprendre les ressorts narratifs Ă lâĆuvre derriĂšre les histoires.
Sessions 2025-2026 : 21/09, 12/10, 16/11, 07/12, 11/01, 08/02, 15/03, 12/04, 31/05, 14/06
Modalités : à l'atelier-jardin à Saint-Denis un dimanche par mois de 9h30 à 16h30
Tarif : 80 ⏠(TTC)
Ready-Set-Write! Paris Saturday morning - BohÚme Café Coworking
## Details
Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: BohĂšme Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement.
When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 ⏠per hour, paid at the end).
***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.**
Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write.
***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat.
***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups.
You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi.
**AND FINALLY ...**
* Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person.
* Update your RSVP if you cannot make it.
* Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues.
***Stay tuned for location updates!***
La nuit sera calme - R. Gary // Le rivage des syrtes J. Gracq
**La nuit sera Calme - Romain Gary :**
Comme dans La promesse de l'aube, Romain Gary parle ici de ce qu'il a vu, connu, aimé. De Vychinski à Groucho Marx, de Churchill à de Gaulle, des héros de la France Libre aux ambassades et à Hollywood, c'est une suite de rencontres, de portraits et d'événements, une chevauchée de coureur d'aventures qui semble avoir vécu plusieurs vies : aviateur, diplomate, écrivain, cinéaste, toujours passionné, toujours amoureux de l'éternel féminin. (Ed. Gallimard)
**Le rivage des syrtes - Julien Gracq :**
Aldo, Ă la suite dâun chagrin dâamour, demande une affectation lointaine au gouvernement dâOrsenna. Sâensuit alors la marche Ă lâabĂźme des deux ennemis imaginaires et hĂ©rĂ©ditaires. Les pays comme les civilisations sont mortels. Câest Ă ce fascinant spectacle que Julien Gracq nous convie ici. Cette insolite histoire de suicide collectif laisse une subtile et tenace impression de trouble. (Ed. Corti)
**PrĂ©sentations dâauteurs**
Pour contextualiser nos échanges, Alexandra présentera Romain Gary et Julien Gracq sera présenté par Annaïck.
**Inscription**
Pour pouvoir contribuer Ă la richesse des Ă©changes, sâil vous plait ne vous inscrivez que si vous ĂȘtes certain de lire un des deux livres et dâĂȘtre prĂ©sent le jour de la rencontre.
Au plaisir de se rencontrer, dĂ©battre et discuter autour dâun verre ! đâïž
Ready-Set-Write Lazy Sunday edition (IN-PERSON): 11:00 Start Time
Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: BohĂšme Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement.
When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 ⏠per hour, paid at the end).
***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.**
Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write.
***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat.
***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups.
You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi.
**AND FINALLY ...**
* Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person.
* Update your RSVP if you cannot make it.
* Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues.
***Stay tuned for location updates!***
[Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--paris/)
Cycle "classiques" - Eugénie Grandet d'H. de Balzac
Ce dimanche, dans le cadre du cycle général, nous avons voté pour :
**1 - "Eugénie Grandet" d'Honoré de Balzac**
"Dans la ville de Saumur vit modestement la famille Grandet : le pÚre ex-tonnelier devenu richissime aprÚs de fructueuses spéculations, son épouse, sa fille Eugénie et Nanon la servante. Ces trois femmes vivent sous la terrible coupe du chef de famille, avaricieux maladif. Dans la ville, les beaux partis se disputent l'hypothétique main d'Eugénie dans l'espoir d'épouser la fortune.
...." Babelio
**Pour la présentation d'auteur et le focus sur l'oeuvre :**
\- Anissa va nous faire une présentation d'Honoré de Balzac pour donner du contexte à nos discussions ;
\- 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 ĂȘtes sĂ»rs d'ĂȘtre de la partie.
Bien Ă vous tous, bonnes lectures, et Ă bientĂŽt !
Jélila
PS : la participation pour des raisons de frais liés à Meetup (240 euros par an) est de 2 euros par personne et par an. Elle reste facultative !
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Speak Easy (Storytelling)
The topic for May is "Ink"
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
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.
Weâll 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 allâthe 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!âą Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 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!
âą What we'll do
Join us for an hour of writing! Weâve discovered that itâs strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itâs 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. (Iâll 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!
âą 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 Café on Saturday!
Monthly Meet Up (Agnes Aubertâs Mystical Cat Shelter)
This month weâll be reading Agnes Aubertâs Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett. Feel free to come and chat even if you donât finish the book!















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