Spiritual Growth

**Weekly Donation-Based Yoga Class in Athens** 🧘‍♀️✨ Join us every **Wednesday, 17:00–18:30**, at **Patision 185, Athens** for a welcoming and mindful yoga practice in the heart of the city. The **minimum contribution is €5**, and all proceeds support **Cats of Antiparos**, helping care for stray cats on the island. **Booking is required**, as spaces are limited. To reserve your spot, please email: **ioviktoratou@gmail.com** Classes are offered in **English or Greek**, depending on the group. **About the Instructor** **Io Viktoratou** is a 200-hour Hatha Vinyasa Yoga Alliance–certified instructor. She has taught Hatha and Vinyasa yoga at a studio in Exarchia and continues to deepen her practice through ongoing training and workshops with Carmen Aguilar, Ashtanga Yoga with Adam Keen and Melina Vlachou, and Dharma Yoga with Jerome Burdi. Her teaching is grounded in Patanjali’s eightfold path, emphasizing mindful movement, breath, and meditation. I look forward to seeing you on the mat! 🙏

Κόβουμε την πρωτοχρονιάτικη πίτα του Rise Club και θα χαρούμε πολύ να είστε μαζί μας ✨ 🗓 11 Φεβρουαρίου ⏰ 19:00–21:00 📍 Public Σύνταγμα Θα έχουμε κρασί, γιορτινή διάθεση και χρόνο να συνδεθούμε, να μιλήσουμε, να γνωριστούμε από κοντά. ✨ Θα έχουμε exciting ανακοινώσεις, δώρα και το επίσημο ξεκίνημα του Book Club 📚 του Rise Club. Μια όμορφη αφορμή να βρεθούμε, να γελάσουμε και να ξεκινήσουμε τη χρονιά μαζί. **[Δηλώστε έγκαιρα τη συμμετοχή σας εδώ.](https://forms.gle/axJ7eXrLFssKzC99A)** Η εκδήλωση είναι ανοιχτή στο κοινό και η συμμετοχή είναι δωρεάν. Μοναδική προϋπόθεση είναι η εγγραφή στη φόρμα συμμετοχής.

START your night UP \| February On Wednesday, February 11 at 18:00, the beloved after-work meetup of the startup community is coming at P55 café for the first meetup of the year. An evening dedicated to ideas worth being heard, people worth meeting, and collaborations that are just beginning. Relaxed networking, meaningful conversations, and the energy you need to take your next step. This month we will repeat the open mic session! If you have a startup and wish to pitch your idea live, that is the time!\* SYNU brings together the Greek startup scene every month - because #networking is the smartest investment you can make. So… grab a drink, meet new faces & get inspired 🍸 Meetup co-curators: VentureFriends\, AFI Microfinance\, VentureGarden\, WE LEAD\, The People's Trust\, Metavallon VC\, CapsuleT Accelerator\, Uni\.Fund\, EIT Manufacturing\, Athens Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation \| AUEB\, AHEAD – Alba Hub for Entrepreneurship and Development\, Found\.ation\, egg\, Genesis Ventures\, Helidoni Group\, Hustle Hours\, Investing For Purpose\, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Club – ACG\, Starttech Ventures\, Open Farm\, Athens Tech Circle\, Startup Greece\, Entrepreneurship Talks 📍 Where: P55, Plataion 55, café 🗓 When: Wednesday, February 11, 18:00 \*Three startups from the audience will be randomly selected to pitch their ideas live.

ATHENS NOMAD FEST and ATHENS FUN & CONNECTION present : CO-WORKING WEDNESDAY, a weekly co-working event for Digital Nomads and Remote Workers! Keeping the ATHENS NOMAD FEST spirit alive every week 🚀 if you want to go far, work alone, if you want to succeed, work together!👊🏼 let's gather every Wednesday together from 10am to 2pm (or later) to connect, collaborate and keep building Athens Nomad community together! Every Wednesday a different place. Check meetup for the updated location 🙏 Ask the staff to find us or send me a message on Whatsapp: +32486805343 Looking forward to working with you Michaël & Christina

Welcome back to the **dbt meetup Athens**--our second event and first for 2026. We’re excited to kick off the year with another community gathering, hosted once again at the **Kaizen Campus**. After our first meetup, where the organizers introduced themselves and shared how dbt is used across their companies, we’re switching perspectives. This time, we’re thrilled to welcome **Cormac Buckley (Senior Customer Solutions Architect)** and **Peter Jehl (Solution Architect)** from **dbt Labs** for a session we’ve been eagerly anticipating ourselves. Cormac and Peter will dive into **MCP Servers with dbt** and the **dbt Fusion engine**—but that’s not where it ends. The second half of the event will be a live **Ask Me Anything** session, giving the Greek dbt community a rare chance to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and get insights directly from the experts. Come for the talks, stay for the community. We’re looking forward to seeing familiar faces, meeting new ones, and continuing to grow the dbt community in Athens. 👀 See you there! *** dbt Meetups are networking events open to all folks working with data! Talks predominantly focus on community members' experience with dbt, however, you'll catch presentations on broader topics such as analytics engineering, data stacks, data ops, modeling, testing, and team structures. 🤝**Organizers**: Antonakis T., Kontogeorgos G., Alevizopoulou S., Nikolaou S., Lazaridis Y. 🏠**Venue Host**: [Kaizen Campus](https://maps.app.goo.gl/KxhKGkJimnUDeYAN8) 🍕**Catering**: Pizzas and soft drinks, YAY! **📝Agenda** * 18:30 \- 19:00 \| Check in to Kaizen Auditorium * 19:05 \- 19:30 \| Cormac Buckley \- *MCP Servers* * 19:35 \- 20:00 \| Peter Jehl \- *dbt Fusion Engine* * 20:05 \- 20:45 \| dbt labs \- *Ask Me Anything* * 20:45 \- 21:35 \| Networking & Catering **To attend, please read the Health and Safety Policy and Terms of Participation: [https://www.getdbt.com/legal/health-and-safety-policy](https://www.getdbt.com/legal/health-and-safety-policy)** ➡️ Join the dbt Slack community: https://www.getdbt.com/community/ Since 2016, dbt Labs has been on a mission to help data practitioners create and disseminate organizational knowledge. dbt is the standard for AI-ready structured data. Powered by the dbt Fusion engine, it unlocks the performance, context, and trust that organizations need to scale analytics in the era of AI. Globally, more than 60,000 data teams use dbt, including those at Siemens, Roche and Condé Nast. Learn more at getdbt.com, and follow dbt Labs on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/dbtlabs/mycompany/), [X](https://x.com/dbt_labs), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/dbt_labs/), and [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/c/dbt-labs).

🍺 Beers. Brains. Glory. Get ready to flex your knowledge, outwit your friends, and claim your spot as the reigning quiz champ of Athens! Join us every Wednesday at Ziggy’s for an electrifying night of trivia, laughter, and pub legends in the making. 🔥 What to expect: 🏆 1st Place Prize – 25€ Bar Tab 🧠 5 Rounds of Mind-Bending Questions 🎶 Music, Pop Culture, History & More 🍹 Killer Cocktails & Ice-Cold Beers 🎉 Big Laughs & Epic Bragging Rights Whether you're a seasoned quiz master or just in it for the beer and vibes, there's a seat for you at the table. Bring your team, your brainpower, and your party spirit! 📢 Tag your trivia crew & RSVP now – the smartest night of the week is calling! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1441521211749?aff=oddtdtcreator #PubQuizAthens #ZiggysQuizNight #BeersAndVictory #TriviaNight

**Same stuff, always fun! 😎 🏓** ℹ️ **General info:** Bats (rackets) & balls are provided by the venue (are included in the price). The ping-pong tables have an hourly cost of 8€/hour, per table. Usually we pay 5-6€/person for the whole 1.5 hours. PLEASE, bring some cash on you, unless you have Revolut or IRIS (nope, a 50€ euro bill does not count). 🚗 🚌 **Location**: The venue cannot be reached by metro, so you have to either take a bus or **carpool** with any attending member that will arrive via car. ℹ️ Bus options should be fairly good, since the venue is next to a big amusement park & a mall. ℹ️ Personally, I'll always be coming via car, so I'll have 4 available spots in my car. I can pick you from: * **Egaleo** metro station, blue line, * **Sepolia** metro station, red line, * **Pallini** metro/train station ❗️ If you plan to attend via car and are willing to carpool people, please let me/us know in a PM or event discussion! ❗️ People getting carpooled should be in the agreed location **5 minutes earlier**, so that the driver is not made to wait! No excuses, just be on time (or else people won't offer to carpool any more in the future 😑)! OPTIONAL: Afterwards, we sometimes go at a nearby gyros/fast food restaurant something to eat. ⚡️ Feel free to follow the group [on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/athenssportsfunactivities/)! ⚡️

Θέλετε να βελτιώσετε τις ικανότητές σας στην ομιλία μπροστά σε κοινό; Θέλετε να ξεπεράσετε το τρακ της δημόσιας ομιλίας; Ελάτε στην επόμενή μας συνάντηση Toastmasters! Δημιουργούμε όλοι μαζί ένα ανοικτό, φιλικό και ευχάριστο περιβάλλον, στο οποίο εξασκούμε τον δημόσιο λόγο και αξιολογούμε ο ένας τον άλλον. Εφαρμόζουμε το δοκιμασμένο πρόγραμμα των Toastmasters που έχει ιστορία άνω των 100 ετών και εφαρμόζεται στην Ελλάδα από το 2005. Περισσότερες πληροφορίες στο: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556529585790 Συναντιόμαστε 2 φορές τον μήνα, την δεύτερη και τέταρτη Πέμπτη κάθε μήνα, από Σεπτέμβριο μέχρι και Ιούλιο (εκτός περιόδων Χριστουγέννων-Πρωτοχρονιάς & Πάσχα). This will be a Greek-speaking meeting. For our English-speaking meetings please see our page at https://www.meetup.com/ethos-pathos-logos-toastmasters-club.

We are happy to announce our next meetup that will be held physically at [XM](https://www.xm.com/), in Athens. After the talk there will be time for Q&A, food and networking. **📍 Location 📍** Michalakopoulou 80 street, 1st floor. Attendees should register with their meetup name at the entrance **⏰ Date & Time ⏰** 12th of February, 19:00 **🔗 Prerequisites & Target audience 🔗** The talk is aimed at developers who are interested in C++. **🇬🇷 Language 🇬🇧** The talk will be in Greek unless there are non-Greek speakers in the audience. **🍀 JetBrains license ruffle 🍀** At the end of the event we will ruffle out 2 yearly licenses for a JetBrains IDE. **📃 Agenda 📃** 19:00 - "Intro, Agenda of meetup" by Dimitris Platis 19:05 - A message from our sponsor - XM 19:10 - "From RAII to Substructural Types and Beyond" by Iosif Arvanitis 20:10 - Pizza, kindly offered by XM 🍕 **🎤 About the talk 🎤** In modern C++ resource management, RAII and move semantics have become ubiquitous. In this talk, we will take a closer look at the underlying mechanisms underpinning the advantages of using these features, and the theory that formalizes them. We will then discuss the powerful implications of the theory and how it influences the wider programming language world. We will move beyond the basics of RAII to explore: \- A primer on substructural types \(affine\, linear\, etc\) \- Connecting substructural types with C\+\+ concepts \(e\.g\. \`unique_ptr\`\) \- Substructural "superpowers": race freedom\, static guarantees and more Under this framework, modern C++ developers can better grasp new language features, design safer APIs, and appreciate influential patterns from other programming languages. **🎤 About the speaker 🎤** Iosif Arvanitis is a Computer Engineering undergraduate at the University of Patras, with a focus on systems programming, concurrent-distributed systems and programming languages. He is currently active in academic research, as well as web development projects.

Coffee & Chat (& Brunch) Come and make new friends this Sunday over a nice coffee & chat (& Brunch), the perfect way to end the weekend. Everyone is welcome, International & Greek, meeting in English (but other languages are welcome) Let's meet at En Aithria from 12 to 16/17. Ask for the coffee group https://maps.app.goo.gl/ecdSiXxg6sT8h6kF7 +32486805343 Whatsapp Looking forward to seeing you all there!

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Athens Brunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new brunch spots in your city, together. \* Curated brunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your brunch group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on Meetup.com is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

Jump in our whtsapp group,introduce yourself, start connect,put your ideas and lets hangout and make friends https://chat.whatsapp.com/EDf4HaUjK4gLMMQeiOsllt Athens, let’s make Thursday night about connection that actually matters. This is a social language exchange designed for real conversations, cultural exchange, and meeting new people—set inside the warm, lively atmosphere of Mint Bar ✨ Whether you want to practice English, Greek, Spanish, French, or simply meet people from around the world, this space is built for easy, natural interaction. No pressure. No judgment. Just conversation, laughs, and good energy. 🌊 How the Night Works • We gather around big shared tables 🪑 • Start with small, natural conversations 💬 • Every 15–20 minutes, people naturally rotate and meet someone new 🔄 • Share languages, cultural stories, travel experiences, or ideas 🌍 • Some people dance 💃🕺, some relax 😌, some do both • Stay as long as you like, move at your own pace ✨ The structure is light and flexible—enough flow to keep things dynamic, enough freedom to keep it relaxed. This is conversation in motion. 🤝 Who You’ll Meet Locals, expats, travelers, creatives, and curious minds ✨ People who enjoy learning, sharing, and connecting beyond surface-level small talk. I’ll be there all night 👋 Introducing people, connecting groups, and keeping the energy flowing ⚡ Coming alone? Perfect. This event is designed so solo guests blend in easily and leave with new connections 🤍 🍷 Community Drink Deals • Sangria — €3 🍷 • Shots — €2.5 🥃 • Cocktails — €7 🍸 • Beer — €5 large / €4 small 🍺 Affordable, social, and stress-free. 🎶 Music & Atmosphere Upbeat enough to keep the energy alive 🎧 Soft enough to actually talk 💬 A warm, inclusive vibe where people—not noise—are the focus ✨ 📍 Event Details 📅 Every Thursday 🕣 20:30 – 00:00 📍 Mint Bar → https://maps.app.goo.gl/thKjPZDwyEvegVWD9 🎟 Entry: FREE (just say you’re with the community) 🌟 Why This Night Works • Meet people from all over the world 🌍 • Practice languages through real conversation 🗣️ • New faces every week, familiar energy every time 🤍 • A social setting that feels easy, open, and human • Start your night with connection—and let it unfold naturally 🔥 💫 Final Thought Thursday nights don’t have to be random. They can be social. They can be intentional. They can be fun and meaningful. Come for a drink 🍸 Stay for the conversation 💬 Leave with stories, smiles, and new friends 🤍🔥 Thursday = Mint Bar Social & Language Exchange See you there. Mamad – The organiser of Athens locals&Travellers events Whtsapp 00306949528622 Follow us on instagram And make us grow Thanks in advance https://www.instagram.com/athenslocalstravellers?igsh=MWM4MTh4c2p5M3NxdA== travel, meetup night, night out, city adventures, bar night, social event, friendship, network, mingle, explore city, evening fun, solo night, group meetup, local hangout, international friends, nightlife lovers, weekend fun, party vibes, cocktails night, live music, clubbing, coffee meet, brunch meetup, cultural events, street tours, urban life, nightlife adventure, new connections, chat night, fun night, singles meetup, evening drinks, meet & greet, food tour, sightseeing, art events, music night, rooftop bar, sunset party, festival, theater night, karaoke night, games night, pub crawl, city nightlife, travel buddies, hangout night, casual dating ταξίδια, meetup βράδυ, νυχτερινή έξοδος, περιπέτεια πόλης, βραδιά μπαρ, κοινωνική εκδήλωση, φιλία, δικτύωση, γνωριμίες, εξερεύνηση πόλης, βραδινή διασκέδαση, μόνος βράδυ, ομάδα meetup, τοπικό hangout, διεθνείς φίλοι, λάτρεις της νυχτερινής ζωής, Σαββατοκύριακο διασκέδαση, vibes πάρτι, βραδιά κοκτέιλ, ζωντανή μουσική, κλαμπ, καφές meetup, brunch meetup, πολιτιστικές εκδηλώσεις, περιήγηση δρόμου, ζωή στην πόλη, νυχτερινή περιπέτεια, νέες συνδέσεις, βραδιά κουβέντας, διασκεδαστική νύχτα, meetup σινγκλς, βραδιά ποτών, γνωριμία & χαιρετισμός, food tour, αξιοθέατα, εκδηλώσεις τέχνης, μουσική βραδιά, ταράτσα μπαρ, πάρτι ηλιοβασιλέματος, φεστιβάλ, θέατρο βραδιά, karaoke βραδιά, παιχνίδια βραδιά, pub crawl, νυχτερινή ζωή πόλης, ταξιδιωτικοί φίλοι, hangout βράδυ, casual ραντεβού

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. More about FRC global: 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 55+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) [http://instagram.com/frcathens](http://instagram.com/frcathens) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

We all know about love in our personal relationships, that it’s not just something you think or even say but that it’s something you show by putting what you’re feeling into practice. But what happens when we think about love in a wider context? How do we embrace loving those beyond our existing circles? What about all of humanity? Is it enough to simply feel love for all mankind, or do we also have to seek out ways to put that into practice? This can seem like a daunting task, but even coming together with people of different backgrounds and beliefs and exploring these ideas together in an open and respectful setting can help contribute to creating the world we want to see! Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspectives offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on the power of love in action. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore how developing that practice in ourselves and in others can help create the change we want to see in the world. *“Do not be content with showing friendship in words alone, let your heart burn with loving kindness for all who may cross your path.”* – Bahá’í Teachings \*\*\* This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.

Have you heard of a Sound Bath? Have you been curious to learn why many say it is the most gentle yet profound healing method? Here is your opportunity to experience it for yourself! Sound healing taps into the body’s natural resonance, encouraging deep relaxation and a gentle shift in nervous‑system activity. When using sound healing instruments such as crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, crystal pyramids, gongs, rain sticks, and thunder drums, their rich overtones create a field of vibrational energy that can synchronize brainwaves, moving them from the fast beta range toward the calming alpha and theta frequencies associated with meditative states, reduced stress, and enhanced creativity. The pure, sustained tones of crystal bowls and pyramids are especially effective at clearing energetic blockages, allowing subtle “chi” or life‑force to flow more freely, which many practitioners report as improved emotional balance and heightened sense of well‑being. Percussive elements, such as Tibetan bowls and gongs, add a broader spectrum of harmonics that stimulate the body’s proprioceptive and auditory pathways, supporting pain relief, better sleep, and a feeling of groundedness. The use of rain sticks and thunder drums introduce rhythmic, earth‑like pulses that can anchor the listener, fostering a sense of safety and connection to nature. Together, this blend of resonant sounds creates a holistic sonic environment that promotes mental clarity, emotional release, and physical relaxation—all key components of a restorative sound‑healing experience. The intention of this February sound bath session is to honor the winter months that allow our bodies to ground, rest and recuperate, preparing for new birth in the spring. Experience Fee: $36, register with links below: [Donation 2.JPG](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Xicai-n0zNlKvmdBPl3DbAbe7zJsGIuM/view?usp=drivesdk) Would you like to SAVE MORE and receive an ultimate healing evening experience! If you attend Freya's Tea Event right before this one, you can take home your personalized blend and get both events for just $70! More information is in the link below: www.meetup.com/risingphoenixhc-com/events/313166798/ Both of these are first time events, can't wait to share them with you!

**Is Love Something You DO? (Free Event)** *** **We all know about love in our personal relationships, that it’s not just something you think or even say but that it’s something you show by putting what you’re feeling into practice. But what happens when we think about love in a wider context? How do we embrace loving those beyond our existing circles? What about all of humanity? Is it enough to simply feel love for all mankind, or do we also have to seek out ways to put that into practice? This can seem like a daunting task, but even coming together with people of different backgrounds and beliefs and exploring these ideas together in an open and respectful setting can help contribute to creating the world we want to see!** **Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspectives offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on the power of love in action. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore how developing that practice in ourselves and in others can help create the change we want to see in the world.** **“Do not be content with showing friendship in words alone, let your heart burn with loving kindness for all who may cross your path.” – Bahá’í Teachings** **\*\*\* This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.**

**Is it unrealistic or even naive to think that we should try to live a virtuous life in today’s world?** **As children we’re taught to be good, to be kind, to be honest. Yet as we get older, some of these virtues get lost or sacrificed for the sake of expediency or convenience, or a sense that they’re just not compatible with the world today. Even worse, some might think it could allow others who don’t hold to these values to take advantage of us. But what is the impact on a society that no longer values these ideals? What is the impact on us as individuals? Can a spiritual perspective help us to recognize the inherent value of these qualities?** **Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspectives offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on the importance of nurturing – and valuing! – good people. Join us for a lively discussion as together we explore how developing qualities like truthfulness, integrity, and kindness can enable the progress and improvement of society as a whole.** **“Truthfulness is the foundation of all human virtues.” – Bahá’í Teachings** **\*\*\* The event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.**

**\| The Spirituality of Depolarization** *** **In a world increasingly marked by division and conflict, finding common ground has never been more crucial – and seemingly more difficult. At the same time, if we’re willing to go outside of ourselves, there are a growing number of grassroots efforts – thousands in the US alone! – all exploring various means of depolarization. In this context, might there be a role for spirituality to help guide us towards these aims, towards greater empathy and understanding for one another?** **More and more it seems like we can each pick and choose the bubbles we want to live in, with many of those bubbles drifting further away from others. And while there can be comfort to be found in this, are we maybe also missing out on an even better world we could be living in? What would an approach to our lives and our communities look like that speaks to our fundamental commonalities instead of our differences? How might we find and strengthen a common ground that unites while respecting our unique perspectives and contributions? What has the unique power to connect each and every one of us, to help us find that common ground, to better understand and express our essential oneness as human beings?** **Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on the role of spirituality in navigating polarized communities and bridging divides. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore how spirituality can help foster a society strengthened by unity and based on understanding amongst its citizens.** **“So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth.” – Bahá’í Teachings** **\*\*\* This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.**

**\| Two Strong Wings: Advancing the Equality of Women & Men** *** **Can humanity truly reach its full potential without all of its members being free to reach and contribute their all? Is equality a tug of war where one side gains at another’s expense? Does empowering women require taking opportunities away from men, or does it actually strengthen the whole and create more opportunities and a better world for everyone?** **If a bird has one broken wing, it isn’t able to fly or live a full and healthy life. Could this same thinking apply to the balance of men and women? The two wings of a bird do not fight for power, strength or dominance. Both wings need to be of equal strength for the bird to soar. Can humanity truly advance if women do not enjoy the same rights, prerogatives and opportunities as men? How can we work to ensure that we are building communities where everyone has the same opportunities to grow and develop and to contribute to the advancement of humanity together?** **Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on the essential equality of the sexes. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore how achieving that equality is needed for all of humanity to progress and reach its full potential.** **“The world of humanity has two wings – one is women and the other men. Not until both wings are equally developed can the bird fly. Should one wing remain weak, flight is impossible. ” – Bahá’í Teachings** **\*\*\* This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.**

You are invited to Heal and RELAX with doTERRA Essential Oils! You will receive one of two introductory applications: #1 The digestive, immune, and cardiovascular systems or #2 The musculoskeletal, immune, and respiratory systems Essential oils support the body in its healing work. Symphony of Cells (SOC) is a collection of 21 essential oil applications that target a different body system. Applying the oils to the back and the feet is selected because of the large number of nerve endings along the spine and on the bottom of the feet. Nourishing the nerve endings helps to feed all the organs and glands of the body. Essential oils are natural plant oils obtained from different parts of the plant and easily recognized and used by the body to help achieve balance and assist in cleansing of foreign substances. SOC was created by Boyd Truman, a DoTERRA Wellness advocate, to create physical, emotional and spiritual journey within the body. Receive a SOC Essential Oil Healing Experience Session. Please Note: The SOC Essential Oil Experience Session is by appointment only. Message by 8pm the day prior to the event to reserve a time slot. To schedule your session please contact Joyce at (703) 395-5151. Symphony of the CellsTM is a holistic approach to bring harmony physically, emotionally, and spiritually within the body. The applications incorporate pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils and utilize a layering technique.