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Explorer et se jouer des imaginaires de l'IA et des algorithmes
Explorer et se jouer des imaginaires de l'IA et des algorithmes
**Format :** đŸ—Łïž français 💬 Atelier - Discussion ouverte · đŸ€ networking **✹ Ce qui vous attend** Le jeu des imaginaires de l’IA, c'est un outil de mĂ©diation, initiĂ© et imaginĂ© par la mission CafĂ© IA et l’agence Mon Oncle. Il vous propose de confronter les imaginaires populaires de l’IA - ceux portĂ©s par le cinĂ©ma ou la littĂ©rature - et les applications rĂ©elles des algorithmes et de l’intelligence artificielle. **🎯 Ce que vous en retirerez** Mieux comprendre les opportunitĂ©s et les risques de ces technologies pour nous au quotidien, pour la sociĂ©tĂ© et pour la planĂšte. **đŸ· Un moment convivial** Venez discuter et confronter vos propres imaginaires technologiques le temps d'une partie. La soirĂ©e se terminera autour d’un verre, pour prolonger la discussion dans une ambiance conviviale. **🔎 Pour aller plus loin** Ce jeu est conçu et animĂ© par [Francois Houste ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/francoishouste/) 📍 Infos pratiques Les participant·es recevront par e-mail, via Meetup, toutes les informations d’accĂšs Ă  **Agile Tribu** *(adresse prĂ©cise, code d’entrĂ©e, Ă©tage, etc.)* **environ 2 heures avant le dĂ©but de l’évĂ©nement**.
Draw | Le Bistrot des Artistes | « Alice » 🐰 ⏰ 🍄 and/or « spring » đŸŒ± 🌾
Draw | Le Bistrot des Artistes | « Alice » 🐰 ⏰ 🍄 and/or « spring » đŸŒ± 🌾
Venez comme vous ĂȘtes ! / Come as you are! Venez dessiner avec nous autour d'un verre au QG de l'Art Club. Cet Ă©vĂ©nement est gratuit et ouvert Ă  tous les niveaux. Venez comme vous ĂȘtes ! Ne vous inquiĂ©tez pas, si vous ne savez pas dessiner, nous pouvons vous donner quelques conseils. Vous nous trouverez au sous-sol du bar (escaliers Ă  fond du bar Ă  droite). Attention, le rĂ©seau n'est pas trĂšs bon. Il est possible que nous ne soyons pas en mesure de vous rĂ©pondre. Veuillez apporter vos propres matĂ©riaux (carnet, crayons, stylos) si possible. On propose 2 thĂšmes Ă  chaque session, ils sont juste lĂ  pour donner un point de dĂ©part Ă  l'inspiration ✹, si besoin. Mais libre Ă  vous de dessiner tout ce qui vous passe par la tĂȘte sans forcĂ©ment les respectez ! 😊 Au plaisir de vous voir ! *** Notre compte Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ the_art_club_paris/ Prix : il vous sera demandĂ© d'acheter une consommation du bar (pensez Ă  retirer du liquide, le BDA ne prend pas la carte en dessous de 20€) ———— Come as you are! Don't worry, if you don't know how to draw, we can give you some tips. You will find us at the basement. Be careful, the reception is not very good. We may not be able to answer you. Please bring your own materials (drawing pad, pens, pencils) if possible. We announce two themes for each session. This is just to give a start point for inspiration ✹, if needed. However, you are totally free to draw whatever you would like to, no need to follow them if do not want to. 😊 We look forward to seeing you! *** Our Instagram account: https:// www.instagram.com/the_art_club_paris/ Price: all attendees need to purchase something to drink (please have cash, the BDA do not take card payment under 20€).
[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, April 22nd 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 22 avril 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 22 AVRIL de 20H30 Ă  22H 📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris 🔮 entrĂ©e = 1 boisson 🌐 visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus d’informations
Book Club: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
Book Club: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
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/123036004-the-berry-pickers
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
Duo spécial Western!
Duo spécial Western!
On ne l'a pas fait avant, en avril la sĂ©ance thĂ©matique est aussi une sĂ©ance longue, et en duo! AdĂšle revient dans ses habits de cow-girl, et sera cette fois accompagnĂ©e par Pascal, qui a tout ce qu'il faut pour jouer un hors-la-loi burinĂ©! Donnons-nous donc rendez-vous pour une cavalcade exceptionnelle Ă  travers l'Ouest sauvage amĂ©ricain :) Le format : trois heures \(3x1min\, 6x2min\, 4x5min\, 10min \|\| 15min\, 30min \|\| 45min\) de poses plus longues que d'habitude\. Si vous aimez avoir le temps de peaufiner vos dessins\, cette sĂ©ance est pour vous\! Attention, les horaires sont lĂ©gĂšrement diffĂ©rents! **La sĂ©ance dĂ©bute Ă  19h pour se terminer Ă  22h.** Un guide pour trouver la salle : https://dessin.paris/infos-pratiques/ AprĂšs la sĂ©ance (ou avant si vous ĂȘtes en avance), qui voudra pourra prendre un petit verre au rez-de-chaussĂ©e :) Soyez Ă  l'heure, je ferme la salle Ă  19h15! Paiements sur place, en espĂšces (20€). Il y aura un chapeau pour qui veut donner un peu plus au modĂšle. MatĂ©riel non fourni. HĂąte de vous y voir! -NOUS LANÇONS ÉGALEMENT UNE CAISSE DE SOUTIEN AUX MODÈLES EN DIFFICULTÉ, N'HÉSITEZ PAS À CONTRIBUER : [www.ko-fi.com/pmvsocial](http://www.ko-fi.com/pmvsocial) -
Promenade Photo - Balard / Paris 15eme
Promenade Photo - Balard / Paris 15eme
**DĂ©part Place Balard.** On monte sur l'ancienne voie ferrĂ©e. DĂšs les premiers mĂštres, la ville s'efface. Ce qui reste : des rails, de la vĂ©gĂ©tation sauvage, et des perspectives qui appellent l'objectif. La voie rĂ©serve ses textures, ses rouilles, ses contre-jours. La lumiĂšre filtre diffĂ©remment selon l'heure — on ne verra pas deux fois le mĂȘme endroit. Un tunnel s'annonce. Ce qui s'y passe entre l'ombre et la lumiĂšre, c'est Ă  chacun de le trouver. On ressort dans un parc qui a une histoire — des verriĂšres, de l'eau, du mĂ©tal, du vivant. Le genre d'endroit oĂč l'on revient. La balade se termine sur une frontiĂšre douce entre deux villes. Des façades, des dĂ©tails, une vie de quartier qui ne se met pas en scĂšne.

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Ready-Set-Write!  Paris Saturday morning - BohÚme Café Coworking
Ready-Set-Write! Paris Saturday morning - BohÚme Café Coworking
## Details Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohùme 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!***
Ready-Set-Write Lazy Sunday edition (IN-PERSON):   11:00 Start Time
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: Bohùme 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/)
Lyric writing exercises
Lyric writing exercises
Lyric writing weekly group practice. A few object writing rounds to start, get our reps in — a favorite from the canon, Write Better Lyrics by P. Pattinson.* Followed by other exercises. I adapt the program depending on who shows up. *Object writing : a noun picked through a random word generator, a 10 min timer to delve into our sensory imagination and free-flow with this prompt. We then take turn sharing.
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
Atelier d’écriture du dimanche
Atelier d’écriture du dimanche
Un Ă©vĂ©nement pour se rencontrer entre femmes parisiennes qui Ă©crivent ✍
Faisons connaissance autour d’un thĂ© ou cafĂ© et parlons Ă©criture(s), lecture(s) et inspiration(s) ! ☀ Et n’hĂ©sitez pas Ă  prendre vos ordis (chargĂ©s) ou carnets : nous allons Ă©crire pendant une partie de l’aprĂšs-midi !
LA MAISON CLOSE en littérature, entre tragédie humaine et hypocrisie sociale"
LA MAISON CLOSE en littérature, entre tragédie humaine et hypocrisie sociale"
Pour cet IMPROMPTU, Ekaterina nous invite Ă  visiter "La Fosse aux filles" d' Alexandre Kouprine et "La Maison Tellier" de Guy de Maupassant. Dans La Fosse aux filles, Alexandre Kouprine propose un tableau psychologique d’une grande duretĂ©. Il ne cherche aucune provocation, mais s’attache Ă  montrer la lente dĂ©shumanisation des femmes enfermĂ©es dans ce systĂšme, tout en explorant la banalitĂ© du mal, la rĂ©signation subie et l’érosion progressive de toute illusion. Le regard est empathique, grave, parfois Ă©touffant, et laisse peu de place Ă  l’échappatoire. À l’inverse, La Maison Tellier de Guy de Maupassant adopte un ton plus lĂ©ger, parfois quasi burlesque, sans pour autant ĂȘtre naĂŻf. Par le biais de l’ironie et du dĂ©calage, Maupassant rĂ©vĂšle l’hypocrisie de la bourgeoisie provinciale et souligne Ă  quel point la maison close, loin d’ĂȘtre un scandale isolĂ©, est parfaitement intĂ©grĂ©e Ă  l’ordre social. DerriĂšre le sourire, la critique est fine et profondĂ©ment mordante. **PrĂ©sentation d'auteurs** Ekaterina fera une courte prĂ©sentation d'Alexandre Kouprine et Claude nous parlera de Maupassant afin de mieux Ă©clairer/contextualiser les deux oeuvres. **Inscription** Ne vous inscrivez, s’il vous plaĂźt, que si vous ĂȘtes sĂ»r(e) de pouvoir lire au moins une des deux Ɠuvres d'ici lĂ  et d'ĂȘtre prĂ©sent(e) le jour J. Au plaisir de se rencontrer, dĂ©battre, discuter, autour d'un verre :)
Le moment de lecture silencieuse
Le moment de lecture silencieuse
Un moment de lecture partagĂ©e. Chacun lit son livre et Ă©change ponctuellement autour de ses lectures avec d'autres passionnĂ©s. Tu viens avec ton livre, Ă©ventuellement accompagnĂ©, tu t’installes, et tu profites d’un moment de lecture au calme avec d’autres personnes qui font la mĂȘme chose. Une consommation rĂ©guliĂšre au salon de thĂ© est demandĂ©e.

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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!
Shut Up & Write!Âź East Side Columbus
Shut Up & Write!Âź East Side Columbus
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 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. 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:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. 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! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.
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!
IN PERSON: Walk and Chat
IN PERSON: Walk and Chat
Pop-up Book Club 3: The Ballad of The Sad Café, by Carson McCullers
Pop-up Book Club 3: The Ballad of The Sad Café, by Carson McCullers
Let’s meet and share our thoughts about Carson McCullers’ novella, The Ballad of The Sad CafĂ©.
Queer Quills
Queer Quills
**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**