Sustainability

**Breathwork & Cacao : être soi.** **S'affranchir de la préoccupation du regard du monde.** **Dimanche 12 avril** **Studio Yoga Searcher — 64 rue des Tournelles, Paris 3e** **19h00 - 21h00** **Nombre de places limité.** **Inscriptions :** **[https://www.billetweb.fr/breathwork-et-cacao-etre-soi...](https://www.billetweb.fr/breathwork-et-cacao-etre-soi-saffranchir-de-la-preoccupation-du-regard-du-monde?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtoydEtmkC_7z3Yhg4nme3c4tGRGMkmKyxd3r1QFmhZM8zojx3nFUGYwMqf0_aem_ROaHTynpoAI15ATQxBEKgg)** \*\*\* S’affranchir du regard du monde ne signifie pas devenir autocentré. C’est même tout l’inverse. La générosité naît lorsque nous sommes moins guidés par la préoccupation de l’image que le monde nous renvoie — un grand défi de notre époque. Cet affranchissement n’est pas le résultat d’un acte de volonté, ni, à mon sens, d’une simple reprogrammation des croyances. Cela reste souvent en surface… et peut devenir une nouvelle posture, un nouveau personnage. Il s’opère en profondeur — car c'est de là qui emerge notre unicité. D'un espace de liberté au fond de nous, inaltérablement présente S’offrir au monde, de la façon unique qui est la nôtre. Ce n’est pas un métier, ni un rôle spécifique. C’est un choix qui se rejoue à chaque instant : dans chaque rencontre, chaque échange, chaque regard. Entre le rôle appris… et ce qu’il y a de plus vrai en nous. Entre les stratégies pour être aimé… et l’élan sincère du don de soi. On va à descendre un peu plus profond dimanche prochain.. Sans même nous en apercevoir, nous sommes souvent guidées par des automatismes de défense, des réflexes anciens qui ne nous appartiennent plus vraiment. Le breathwork est une pratique qui permet au corps de relâcher ces mémoires, au système nerveux de retrouver de la sécurité, et à ce qui était retenu, de recommencer à circuler. Le système nerveux ne fait pas la différence entre un danger réel… et une blessure ancienne qui se réactive. Une situation ordinaire qui active une ancienne mémoire, et sans s'en apercevoir le corps bascule en mode survie : fuite, lutte, figement. Cela arrive à chacun de nous. Non pas parce que quelque chose ne va pas — mais parce que notre système a appris à nous protéger ainsi. \*\*\* Respirer peut devenir un chemin de retour. Le breathwork parle directement au corps, en respirant consciemment, nous envoyons un message de sécurité au système nerveux. Peu à peu : • les réactions automatiques s’apaisent • le corps relâche ce qu’il retenait • un espace de présence s’ouvre • davantage de choix devient possible Respirer devient alors un passage — de la survie… vers la vie. \*\*\* Ce que cet espace permet : • reconnaître lorsque le mode survie s’active • apaiser les réponses nerveuses liées aux blessures • relâcher les tensions inscrites dans le corps • retrouver un état de régulation profond \*\*\* La pratique La respiration connectée est un processus de transformation qui agit à la fois sur le souffle, le corps et la conscience. Le rythme est fluide et continu, ouvrant un état de présence où tensions, émotions et mémoires peuvent se libérer naturellement. Le cacao cérémoniel — facultatif — accompagne ce mouvement avec douceur et soutient l’intégration. La musique, le tambour et un toucher discret viennent soutenir ce qui cherche à se remettre en circulation. \*\*\* Comme l’écrit Stanislav Grof : "Ce processus, apparemment simple, possède un potentiel extraordinaire pour explorer tout le spectre du monde intérieur." \*\*\* Cet atelier s’adresse à celles et ceux qui ressentent l’élan de : • apaiser le stress et le mental • retrouver de l’espace intérieur • alléger ce qui entrave l’énergie vitale • se sentir plus vivants Aucune expérience préalable n’est nécessaire. Chaque session est guidée avec présence et sécurité. \*\*\* Participation : • Tarif standard : 50 € • Tarif solidaire : 35 € (RSA, chômage, contactez moi directement pour appliquer la réduction ). \*\*\* Infos : [ilariainscriptions@gmail.com](mailto:ilariainscriptions@gmail.com) Avec amour, Ilaria Rubei [www.ilariarubei.com](http://www.ilariarubei.com/)

ENGLISH STANDUP COMEDY IN PARIS! ## 🎨Color your Sunday with laughter 😆@ Green Mic !!! 💚🎤 Join us at **Green Mic Comedy** where the ***crème de la crème of Parisian comedians*** will illuminate your Sunday night with waves of laughter! **Since 2021**, Green Mic has featured comedians who have appeared on ***Netflix***\*, Comedy Central, Amazon Prime, **BBC**, Don't Tell Comedy, The Ringers with Bill Burr, **Fringe Festival,** and other big European festivals.\* **📅 When ?** * Every **Sunday** * Doors Open at **7:00 PM - 19H00** * Show Starts at **7:30 PM - 19H30** 📍 **Where** : **Ma Cocotte du Faubourg**.- [5 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e66e3e7d7639ad:0x582be8084e69e46a?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111) 🚇 Easily accessible from * Métro Lines 8 & 9 (Grands Boulevards) * Métro Line 3 (Bourse) 🎤 **Who are the comedians ?** We book **different comedians every week** and the best visiting comedians from **all around the world** (USA, Australia, Canada, Italy, Spain, UK, New zeland, ... more than 50 countries) -- *We share clips of our comedians on Instagram @GreenMicComedy --* 🎤 **Why Green Mic ?** 💚 Our promise is that you'll have a great Sunday night and have Enough laughters for the Week ! **Green Mic is a feel-good show** where you can stay for drinks after the show and hangout at The Frog Pubs. We Also offer **Happy-hours prices** when you **show your tickets at the door**. 🎟️ Secure your spot! Grab your tickets on Eventbrite: GreenMicComedy.eventbrite.fr 🎟️ (Check out more links in our bio 📱) \*\*This show is crowd-funded with a pay-what-you-can price and we recommend 12 euros and 5 euros for students with no obligation to pay. #ComedyInParis #StandupComedy #ParisNights #GreenMicComedy #LaughOutLoud #ParisEvents #ComedyNight #InternationalComedians #FreeComedy #ParisLife #FunInParis #ExpatsParis #LiveComedy #ThingsToDoInParis 🎭

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** 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. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 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. 💫 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. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **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. 🎊 See you soon, **The Art&More Team**

Un événement pour se rencontrer entre femmes parisiennes qui écrivent ✍️
Faisons connaissance autour d’un thé ou café et parlons écriture(s), lecture(s) et inspiration(s) ! ☀️ Et n’hésitez pas à prendre vos ordis (chargés) ou carnets : nous allons écrire pendant une partie de l’après-midi !

**Stage “Les bases du roman” à Saint-Denis** **[INSCRIPTION](https://www.ecrireandco.com/stages-roman)** Ce stage d’une journée propose un panorama clair et structuré des grands principes qui régissent l’écriture d’un roman. À travers une approche théorique accessible, il permet d’explorer les éléments-clés qui donnent vie à une fiction longue. Objectif : acquérir une vision d’ensemble des étapes et outils essentiels à la construction d’un roman, afin de mieux comprendre les ressorts narratifs à l’œuvre derrière 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)

Chér.e.s Group Elements, (Oui, comme dans un groupe mathématique 🧮🙂) Retrouvons-nous pour assister à cette visite guidée autour de l'exposition « Déserts : la géomorphologie des paysages désertiques » 🐧🏜️ à la Grande Galerie de l'Évolution au Musée d'Histoire Naturelle **Voici la description :** Laissez-vous guider par un animateur ou une animatrice scientifique et découvrez plus en détail les grands thèmes de l’exposition *Déserts : la géomorphologie des paysages désertiques* 🏔️, les adaptations du vivant à ces milieux contraignants 🌵et la vie des humains dans le désert. **Expo :** Embarquez pour un voyage inédit au cœur des déserts de notre planète, de l’emblématique Sahara aux déserts polaires, en passant par les déserts de Sonora, d’Atacama, de Gobi... Leur point commun ? Des conditions hors normes apparemment hostiles à la vie. Ils sont pourtant loin d’être inhabités ! Parcourez des paysages grandioses et découvrez une biodiversité surprenante qui s’est adaptée à ces milieux contraignants : coléoptères buveurs de brume, bœufs musqués défiant le blizzard, plantescailloux… sans oublier les sociétés humaines qui s’y sont installées de longue date. 📝 **Voici le lien de l'expo et plus :** 🖼️ Expo : https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/expo-deserts 🗺️ VG : https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/visite-guidee/visite-decouverte-deserts 📄 Dépliant : https://www.mnhn.fr/system/files/2025-03/depliant-expo-deserts.pdf 🎟️ **Tarifs et la Billeterie** : 18 -- 21 (5€ en supplément du billet d’entrée, de 13 à 16 €) https://billetterie.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/selection/timeslotpass?productId=10229449224695 📍 **Accés :** Grande Galerie de l'Évolution 36 rue Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire, 75005 Paris 🍺 Ça dure normalement 60 minutes. Ensuite, pour ceux qui souhaitent prolonger la soirée, on pourrait prendre un verre ou / et aller dans un resto par exemple : El Guacamole 31 Rue Linné, 75005 Paris https://maps.app.goo.gl/MkVb8s5UegsLbzZp6 À très bientot ! 🌌 %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%% **Dear Group Elements,** (Yes — like elements of a mathematical group 🧮🙂) Let's get together for a guided tour of the exhibition "Deserts: the Geomorphology of Desert Landscapes" 🐧🏜️ at the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution at the Musée d'Histoire Naturelle **Here is the description:** Let yourself be guided by a science educator and discover in greater detail the main themes of the Deserts exhibition: the geomorphology of desert landscapes 🏔️, the adaptations of living organisms to these demanding environments 🌵, and the lives of humans in the desert. **Exposition:** Embark on an unprecedented journey to the heart of our planet’s deserts, from the iconic Sahara to the polar deserts, including the deserts of Sonora, Atacama and Gobi... What do they all have in common? Extreme conditions that are apparently hostile to life. But they are far from uninhabited! Take a journey through the grandiose landscapes and discover the surprising biodiversity that has adapted to these harsh environments: fog-drinking beetles, musk oxen defying blizzards, pebble-plants... not forgetting the human societies that have long settled there. 📝 Here are the exhibition links and more: 🖼️ Expo: [https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/expo-deserts](https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/expo-deserts) 🗺️ Guided Visit: [https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/visite-guidee/visite-decouverte-deserts](https://www.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/fr/visite-guidee/visite-decouverte-deserts) 📄 Pamphlet: [https://www.mnhn.fr/system/files/2025-03/depliant-expo-deserts.pdf](https://www.mnhn.fr/system/files/2025-03/depliant-expo-deserts.pdf) 🎟️ Prices and ticketing: 18 — 21€ (€5 supplement on top of the entry ticket, which is €13 to €16) [https://billetterie.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/selection/timeslotpass?productId=10229449224695](https://billetterie.jardindesplantesdeparis.fr/selection/timeslotpass?productId=10229449224695) 📍 Access: Grande Galerie de l'Évolution 36 rue Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire, 75005 Paris 🍺 It usually lasts about 60 minutes. Afterwards, for those who'd like to continue the evening, we could grab a drink and/or head to a restaurant such as: El Guacamole 31 Rue Linné, 75005 Paris https://maps.app.goo.gl/MkVb8s5UegsLbzZp6 See you soon! 🌌

🌳 🌳 🌳 Nous prendrons part à la **[Rando des 3 châteaux](https://www.seine-et-marne.fr/fr/fiche-evenement/rando-des-3-chateaux-edition-2026)** en Seine-et-Marne qui est le rendez-vous incontournable des randonneurs et passionnés de patrimoine ! Organisée par le Département de Seine-et-Marne et le Codérando 77 (FFRandonnée), en partenariat avec Seine-et-Marne attractivité (SMA), cet évènement sportif et culturel propose des parcours adaptés aux envies. Nous ferons le parcours de 14 km de Melun à Blandy : Au départ de Melun, chef-lieu de la Seine-et-Marne, cette **randonnée de 14 km** nous conduit au château de Blandy en passant par le château de Vaux-le-Vicomte et Maincy, premier village d'Île-de-France à recevoir le label « Petite cité de caractère ». Infos pratiques : * départ entre 9h et 10h sur la place Praslin à Melun, * fléchage depuis la gare de Melun, * ravitaillements à Maincy (5 km), place du lavoir et rue Thiers, * toilettes du marché mail Gaillardon, * toilettes sèches au départ de Melun, à Maincy et à Blandy, * navettes retour à Melun 5€ (dernière navette à 19h). 🌳 🌳 🌳 🕘 **Départ : Rendez-vous Gare de Lyon à 08h30** en tête de quai du train en direction de Montereau (Transilien R). Le train partira à 08h46 pour arriver à la gare de Melun à 09h16. Si jamais tu ne trouves pas le groupe : le numéro de Louis est le 06 28 06 28 28. Nous prendrons de Blandy une des navettes retour à Melun prix 5€ (dernière navette à 19h). [https://otipass.cloud/ot/front/seinemarne/fr/boutique](https://otipass.cloud/ot/front/seinemarne/fr/boutique) Pour renter ensuite à la gare de Lyon depuis Melun avec le transilien R. 🌳 🌳 🌳 💡 Pour ton confort et ta sécurité n'oublie pas de prendre : * des vêtements adaptés * des chaussures de randonnée * suffisamment d'eau * un pique-nique pour la pause déjeuner * un sac pour emporter ses déchets * un isolant pour s'asseoir par terre * ta bonne humeur :) \>\> En t'inscrivant tu acceptes [les conditions générales](https://e.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=Nw8y6alK) de Plein air Paris <<

Bienvenue à tous ! La méditation du cœur est une technique simple et pratique. En quelques minutes, vous apprendrez à vous détendre véritablement et à ressentir la légèreté et la joie. Vous n'avez pas besoin de savoir comment méditer ni croire en un système ou une philosophie particulière. Venez et faîtes l'expérience. C'est tout ! A dimanche prochain !

***Réservations sur [www.momoyoga.com/shut-up-and-breathe-yoga](www.momoyoga.com/shut-up-and-breathe-yoga), pensez à me laisser votre numéro de tél pour recevoir les infos d'accès!*** \- Adresse: 17 rue de La Fontaine Au Roi 75011 Paris \(entrée directement par la rue à droite du n°17\) \- Ouverture des portes 11h40 \(merci de ne pas entrer avant il y a un cours\) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- On se retrouve tous les dimanches à 11h45 pour un cours de yoga vinyasa (dynamique) tous niveaux @ Satya Yoga, assez tard pour faire la grasse mat' et assez tôt pour profiter de sa journée ! Une heure quinze pour bouger, respirer, se recentrer et relâcher les tensions :) Amenez une tenue confortable & souple (legging, bas de survet, débardeur...) . Au programme: échauffement, exercices de respiration (Pranayama), postures (Asanas), focus sur une posture avancée, méditation et relaxation (Savasana). A dispo sur place: tapis, blocs, sangles, bolsters, couvertures See you there, Claire ♥ ★ Le yoga Vinyasa c'est quoi? Vinyasa est un terme Sanskrit qui signifie synchronisation du mouvement sur la respiration. Il est composé de deux racines : « nyasa » qui signifie « placer » et « vi » qui signifie « d'une manière spécifique ». On définit donc le yoga Vinyasa comme un enchaînement de mouvements dynamiques, initié et harmonisé par la respiration. Le yoga vinyasa est issu du yoga Ashtanga, qui lui consiste à exécuter une série de postures dans un ordre bien précis. À la différence de l'Ashtanga, le yoga Vinyasa est plus libre et créatif : il n'impose aucune série de mesures. Les enchaînements sont le fruit de l'expérience acquise par l'enseignant et sont adaptables aux besoins de chacun. **\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** **INFOS PRATIQUES** **\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** ★ ADRESSE : 17 rue de La Fontaine Au Roi 75011 Paris // Métro République (5 minutes), Parmentier (5 min) ou Goncourt (5 minutes) ★ Ouverture des portes 11h40 ***(! ne pas entrer avant il y a un cours)*** \- Début du cours 11h45 \- Merci d'arriver à l'heure\. ★ Tarifs: Cours d’essai: 17,50 euros // Cours à l’unité: 20 euros // Carte 4 cours : 74 euros (valable 2 mois) // Carte 10 cours : 175 euros (valable 4 mois) // Carte 20 cours : 330 euros (valable 6 mois) ★ Réservations et annulations: Pour faciliter l'organisation et pour laisser la place aux élèves en liste d'attente, l'annulation d'un cours doit se faire au plus tôt et au moins 24h00 à l'avance, dans le cas contraire, le cours sera considéré comme dû et non remboursable. Merci! ★ Contacts: Claire Collet // shutupandbreathe.yoga@gmail.com // www.shutupandbreatheyoga.com // www.instagram.com/claire_shutupandbreatheyoga // www.facebook.com/ShutUpAndBreatheYoga

IMPORTANT : Pour participer, il est nécessaire de s'inscrire gratuitement sur WeMeet App. Envie d’un moment pour ralentir, relâcher la pression et finir le week-end en douceur ? 🌙🧘‍♀️🍵 Hello moi c'est **Stéphanie** ([@stephaniem.yoga](https://www.instagram.com/stephaniem.yoga/)) prof de yoga certifiée et coordinatrice WeRoad. Je t'invite à un cours de yin yoga **accessible à tous**. ✨ **Au programme :** – Un **moment convivial dans coffee shop cosy** (matcha, café, thé et pâtisseries). Pour échanger, créer du lien et terminer le week-end dans une atmosphère sympa et cosy. – Du **yin yoga doux et profond** 🌙, avec des postures tenues plusieurs minutes pour relâcher les tensions, apaiser le mental et détendre le corps en profondeur (cours d'1h). Pas de niveau, parfait pour débutants comme pour yogis confirmés. 🧘‍♂️ Tapis et accessoires fournis 🧥 Vestiaire disponible 💶 **Cours d'essai à 12€** (15€ pour les cours suivants ou possibilité d'acheter des packs de cours à prix avantageux) 🧾 **Paiement via lydia ou paypal lors de la réservation**. Seul le paiement confirme la place. Pour découvrir l'adresse exacte, inscris-toi gratuitement sur l’appli WeMeet. Tu peux la télécharger juste ici : [WeMeet App](https://www.weroad.fr/wemeet) Pas besoin d’être souple, juste l’envie de **ralentir, respirer et prendre soin de toi** 🤍 Hâte de te retrouver pour notre parenthèse douceur du dimanche ✨

https://chat.whatsapp.com/GzV0ojptK5Z7EvPYI1Zhc8 Groupe Whatsapp pour filtrer les spams et les fantômes 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, c’est un véritable QG où l’on fait des soirées comme en appartement. Bien calés dans les canapés, on se retrouve jour après jour pour créer du lien, rencontrer des artistes et artisans passionnés, et partager des moments authentiques. Chaque soirée mêle atelier d'initiation + apéro papotage convivial, avec des animations brise-glace pour que chacun se sente à l’aise et que tout le monde s’amuse, même en venant seul·e. Peinture, dessin, personnalisation d’objets, broderie artisanale, body painting, art numérique, musique, écriture créative, pyrogravure… explorez, échangez, expérimentez librement. ⚠️ Venir avec à grignoter et à boire (sans alcool) pour prolonger le moment ensemble.⚠️ ⚠️⚠️ Prix : 20€ ⚠️⚠️ Débutant·es bienvenu·es Aucune expérience requise, juste l’envie de vivre un moment différent 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧 Creative & Social Evenings A place, encounters, and creativity as a shared language. Here, it’s 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. ⚠️ Bring something to snack on and drink (non-alcoholic) to enjoy together.⚠️ ⚠️⚠️ Price : 20€ ⚠️⚠️ Beginners welcome No experience needed, just the desire to enjoy something different

Chacun vit en recherchant la paix intérieure, mais dans la vie quotidienne, il est fréquent de ressentir du négatif en raison du travail, des relations humaines et de l’environnement qui nous est donné. La paix intérieure n’est pas un bonheur passager : il est difficile de la « maintenir » en vérifiant constamment l’état de son propre esprit. Que recherche réellement notre esprit pour atteindre la sérénité ? Apprenons-le à travers la pratique du zen ! **Points clés à apprendre lors du séminaire** * Ce qui empêche la paix de l’esprit : « l’attachement » et « la peur » * L’esprit de « l’amour qui donne » pour libérer le cœur * La « juste direction de l’effort » pour atteindre la sérénité

Please join us for our fun and friendly monthly VSDC Vegan Potluck in North Bethesda MD, on Sunday, April 12th. It will start at 5 pm and go until 8 pm. There is no charge to attend the event but you will be expected to bring vegan food or drink to share. ***\*\*Note: you must provide your 1st and last name plus your contact email to receive the specific location. If you do not, then you will not be provided the location and allowed to this event - NO EXCEPTIONS.\*\**** **Items to bring to the potluck:** \- Vegan potluck dish \(no animal products of any kind\) to share\. For food quantity\, please bring 4 to 6 times the number of servings times the number in your party\. \- A serving utensil for your dish \- Ingredients list or recipe for your dish \- ***Please print or write it out in advance*** \- Beverage for yourself or one to share \- To help reduce waste\, bring your reusable plate\, cup\, and utensils [VSDC will provide drinking water.] Please Note: \- Be sure to help leave the space clean before leaving the potluck and take the containers and utensils you brought with you\. *\- Vegans do not consume any animal products or byproducts \(no meat\, chicken/poultry\, fish/sea animals\, eggs\, milk or dairy products\, honey\, etc\)\.* **LOCATION** About 0.4 miles from the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro station in North Bethesda MD. The exact location will be provided to Attendees who follow the directions above about 2 days before the event. The host prefers not to make the location public - only for registered attendees. **PARKING** Yes, there is free parking in a lot next to the event space as well as street parking on Sundays in this area. *Please read and follow all parking signs.* **METRO** This location is accessible by public transport. It is about 0.4 miles from the Grosvenor-Strathmore metro station on the Red line. ***Please plan your trip in advance and ask any questions the day prior. The organizers will do their best to answer questions but ones on the day of the event will be difficult for responses.*** Email potluck@vsdc.org for questions or to help plan future potluck events. VSDC Thanks our host for arranging this wonderful space! ***Don't be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.*** **VSDC: More Than A Meetup** We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/%20) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits? With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Join today](https://vsdc.org/membership/)! **Ways to Stay In Touch with Us** Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to: * Become a [VSDC member](https://vsdc.org/membership/) to save money at area restaurants and support us in being a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. * Sign up for our[ monthly e-newsletter](https://vsdc.org/about/newsletter/) to hear more about our activities. * Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vegsocietydc/) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vegsocietydc/) to engage with us. **Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?** VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, [please visit our website](https://vsdc.org/volunteer/). **Only Vegan Food, Please** While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to [explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources](https://vsdc.org/exploringvegan/). **Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct** When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC's Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/). **VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

**As a proud sponsor of the Fairfax Vegfest,** the [Veg Society of DC ](https://vsdc.org/)(VSDC) encourages our members to attend this free, outdoor, all-vegan event with great speakers and delicious food! It is happening on Sunday, April 19, from 11 am to 5 pm, in Herndon, Virginia. VSDC has scheduled this meetup event to: 1\. publicize the Fairfax Vegfest so more people will attend\. For details, go to the [Vegfest event page here](https://marketspread.com/market/35820/fairfax-vegfest/events/84760/) 2\. encourage volunteers to sign\-up for shifts at the VSDC Table\. RSVP on this page and select which shift you would prefer. 3\. refer people to the Fairfax Vegfest organizers to volunteer with them\. Go to the [Fairfax Vegfest volunteer page here](https://forms.gle/HfNd2WYAbgKAtVVk8) ***We do need volunteers at the VSDC table so PLEASE do sign up. When you RSVP, please provide your first and last name, email, and shift preference (10am-12:30pm, 12-230pm, 2-430pm, 4-6pm, or ANY shift). Only the VSDC organizers will see this info.*** Confirmed speakers include: Neal Barnard MD Gene Baur Milton Mills, MD (many more to come!) **Why you don’t want to miss Fairfax Vegfest:** * **A full day of vegan food, shopping & discovery** Enjoy incredible plant-based eats, local makers, wellness brands, and eco-friendly businesses—all in one place. * **Something for everyone** Whether you’re vegan, veg-curious, or just love good food and good vibes, Fairfax Vegfest is welcoming and inclusive. * **Family-friendly & community-focused** A fun, positive atmosphere with activities, education, and space to connect with like-minded people. * **Meet the makers behind the brands** Talk directly with chefs, founders, and creators who are passionate about what they do. * **Support small & mission-driven businesses** Every purchase helps support ethical, sustainable, and compassionate businesses. * **Feel-good vibes all day long** Come hungry. Leave inspired. 💚 **Location** Northwest Federal Credit Union (parking lot in the back) 200 Spring St. Herndon VA 20170 A $5 donation per person is requested to help the organizers offset the costs for the event. Parking in the adjacent garage / lot is $5 per car. Join many of your friends from VSDC and our vegan meetup group who will be attending this fun and educational event! **VSDC: More Than A Meetup** We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/%20) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits? With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Join today](https://vsdc.org/membership/)! **Ways to Stay In Touch with Us** Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to: * Become a [VSDC member](https://vsdc.org/membership/) to save money at area restaurants and support us in being a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. * Sign up for our[ monthly e-newsletter](https://vsdc.org/about/newsletter/) to hear more about our activities. * Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vegsocietydc/) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vegsocietydc/) to engage with us. **Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?** VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, [please visit our website](https://vsdc.org/volunteer/). **Only Vegan Food, Please** While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to [explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources](https://vsdc.org/exploringvegan/). **Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct** When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC's Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/). **VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Let's head to Glenstone - a secretly famous museum in Potomac, MD. This museum has a lot to offer, in their own words: [Glenstone](https://www.glenstone.org/) is a place that seamlessly integrates art, architecture, and nature into a serene and contemplative environment. It is museum of modern and contemporary art and is integrated into nearly 300 acres of gently rolling pasture and unspoiled woodland in Montgomery County, Maryland, less than 15 miles from the heart of Washington, DC. The museum offers hiking/walking trails and we will be hiking 3-4 miles. Additionally it has two cafe's with vegan options. We will be stopping for a bit at one of them for snacks/coffee. Please note that the museum offers both outdoor and indoor exhibits that we will be visiting. **Meeting Point:** [Arrival hall next to Sycamore parking lot](https://maps.app.goo.gl/g4LyTVAKiNUSbdNz9) **Meeting Time:** 10am **Age restrictions:** 12 year and older Dog friendly? No! **No pets please.** Bathroom Facilities/Water: Yes - many. Please review the instructions and more information: * You might be asked at the gate to show tickets. Please let them know that you are part of VSDC group visit. Tickets have already been arranged for our group visit. * [Please check the group visit guide](https://www.glenstone.org/group-visits) for more information about the visit * **Outside food/beverage is not permitted** at Glenstone * [Sample menu of cafe's ](https://www.glenstone.org/dining-bookstore)\- please note that this is indicative menu only **Update Your RSVP** Out of respect for others interested in attending this event, please update your RSVP promptly as your schedule changes. We are restricted to 40 tickets and would not want any to be wasted. Be responsible! **\#\# Alcohol/Smoking/Intoxicants: Use of intoxicants such as alcohol\, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during the event\.** **VSDC: More Than A Meetup** We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/%20) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits? With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Join today](https://vsdc.org/membership/)! **Ways to Stay In Touch with Us** Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to: * Become a [VSDC member](https://vsdc.org/membership/) to save money at area restaurants and support us in being a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. * Sign up for our[ monthly e-newsletter](https://vsdc.org/about/newsletter/) to hear more about our activities. * Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vegsocietydc/) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vegsocietydc/) to engage with us. **Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?** VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, [please visit our website](https://vsdc.org/volunteer/). **Only Vegan Food, Please** While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to [explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources](https://vsdc.org/exploringvegan/). **Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct** When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC's Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/). **VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Join us for a VSDC volunteer day at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary! It is a great way to lend a hand while enjoying up-close time with the more than 200 animals that call Poplar home. Volunteer tasks will range from those requiring mobility and strength to less demanding activities, including raking, cleaning barns and pastures, and washing and refilling water buckets. Wear clothing and shoes that you don't mind getting dirty. No food or drink is available on-site, so bring water. Please leave snacks in the car so the animals don't help themselves. Please arrive by 9:45 am so we can gather and start at 10 am sharp. Thank you for helping the animals, and we look forward to seeing you there! **VSDC: More Than A Meetup** We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/%20) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits? With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Join today](https://vsdc.org/membership/)! **Ways to Stay In Touch with Us** Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to: * Become a [VSDC member](https://vsdc.org/membership/) to save money at area restaurants and support us in being a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle. * Sign up for our[ monthly e-newsletter](https://vsdc.org/about/newsletter/) to hear more about our activities. * Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/vegsocietydc/) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vegsocietydc/) to engage with us. * **Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?** VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, [please visit our website](https://vsdc.org/volunteer/). **Only Vegan Food, Please** While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to [explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources](https://vsdc.org/exploringvegan/). **Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct** When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC's Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/). **VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Celebrate with us at our April FUNdraiser to support EcoAction Arlington. Please buy your tickets today, get ready to raise your paddles, and join us during Earth Month. Dinner is included with your ticket purchase, and a cash bar will be available. [REGISTER HERE](https://ecoactionarlington.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F35667) * **Where:** Clare & Don's Beach Shack 130 N Washington Street, Falls Church, VA 22046 \*Please note this is an outdoor venue. * **When:** April 23\, 2026 \| 6\-8pm \(Doors open at 5:30 pm\) * **What:** Fundraiser to support EcoAction Arlington **Parking Information:** There is free public parking in the parking garage next to Whole Foods. There is free parking on the top two levels only of the Kaiser Permanente Garage after 5pm on weeknights, the entrance is across 111 Park Ave.

What Happened to the Energy Transition? To land a ship on a moving target, the moon, for example, from a moving object, the earth, requires an enormous attention to facts and a mastery of detail. Getting any of these wrong can lead to disaster. Climate science tells us we must transition to a zero carbon society—and fast. But are climate-deniers the only obstacle to that transition? We will discuss the work of economic historian Jean-Baptise Fressoz who suggests that even as we move to solar panels and electric vehicles, rather than “transitioning” to a zero carbon world we will continue to consume more, and more, and more and produce more carbon dioxide. Is there a way out of here? As harrowing as it sounds, its best to pay attention to the facts and master the details so we can discuss real solutions. Perhaps, a solution that depends on a transition in our ethical thinking. In-person and available on Zoom When: Sunday, April 12, 2026 Coffee available at 10:45 AM, Speaker begins at 11:00 AM Where: Green Hedges School 415 Windover Ave NW, Vienna, VA It's more fun in person (and the coffee is free), but you can participate by [Zoom](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85147568797?pwd=2TQNpZPubvub435R7H9cEaKWrTWgaS.1) Jim Ball and his family are longtime members of Ethical Culture. In his retired life he writes, gardens, and rewilds his small corner of the world with native plants.

🌿 Wild Edibles: Late Spring Foraging Walk (NHSM Program) Have you ever wondered what edible plants grow quietly around us in Maryland forests? Join members of our group for a guided **wild edible plant walk** hosted by the Natural History Society of Maryland. We’ll be attending **Wild Edibles: Late Spring Plants**, a field program led by experienced forager Nick Spero. During the walk, participants will learn how to identify edible plants that emerge in Maryland’s woods during late spring. Along the way, instructor Nick Spero will discuss safe identification, ethical harvesting practices, and how these plants have traditionally been used for food and flavor. Species often discussed include **wild ginger, ramps, spicebush**, and other seasonal plants that grow in our region. The program is designed as a relaxed **nature exploration with discussion and plant identification along the trail**. Expect light to moderate hiking, frequent stops to observe plants up close, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions and learn from the landscape. More details about the program can be found here: [https://www.marylandnature.org/get-involved/events/event/wild-edibles-late-spring-plants-with-nick-spero-2/](https://www.marylandnature.org/get-involved/events/event/wild-edibles-late-spring-plants-with-nick-spero-2/) — 🥾 Difficulty — Easy to moderate walking with frequent stops for plant identification and discussion. — 💲 Cost — This is a **paid program organized by the Natural History Society of Maryland**. • Non‑NHSM Member — **$45** • NHSM Member — **$35** — 📍 Location — The exact meeting location is not listed unless you register for the event. In general, the event is Northeast of Baltimore and about an hour from Shady Groove Metro. — 📝 Registration — Members who plan to attend should **RSVP here on Meetup and also register directly with the Natural History Society of Maryland through their website**. Participants will **pay NHSM directly** when registering for the program. — 🎒 What to Bring — Based on the Natural History Society of Maryland's recommendations for this program: • Weather‑appropriate clothing (layers work best) • Sturdy closed‑toe hiking shoes or boots with good traction • Water and snacks • Sun protection such as sunblock and a hat • Bug spray if desired • Optional: a camera, guidebook, binoculars, or a small magnifying lens for examining plants These items help ensure everyone is comfortable during the walk and able to closely observe the plants we encounter along the trail. — 🚗 Carpooling — Once the location is confirmed, we can **coordinate optional carpooling through the Meetup event page** for anyone interested in sharing a ride. This should be a great opportunity to **learn about native plants, explore the landscape together, and deepen our understanding of the food that grows around us**.