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Over 40 Events Today
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Mavericks Bouldering — Casual Climb & Hangout
A small NEXUS gathering built around movement and natural conversation.
**Important!**
We’re moving our full event schedule to our website.
👉 For all upcoming events and details, visit: [https://nexuswerkstatt.com](https://nexuswerkstatt.com)
Meet New Friends Over Pizza – Social Meetup
Join us for a fun **Speed Friendship & Social Meetup** at **Pizza Max Schöneberg**. This is a great chance to meet new people, have good conversations, and make new friends in a relaxed and informal environment.
**What to expect**
* Short conversations with different people
* Friendly and social atmosphere
* Meet new friends in Berlin
**Special offer**
Participants get **10% off on dine-in orders**, so enjoy delicious pizza while meeting new people. 🍕
**What to bring**
Just bring yourself and a positive attitude.
**How to find the group**
Look for the **Meetup table inside the restaurant** when you arrive.
Come together, enjoy pizza, and make new friends! 🤝🍕
Sprachcafé
Unser internationales Sprachcafé richtet sich an Alt- und Neu-Berliner\*innen, Reisende und Anwohner\*innen - alle sind willkommen!
Bei heißem Tee und Kaffee und frischen Waffeln könnt ihr mit Menschen aus aller Welt ins Gespräch kommen. Um das Eis zu brechen, haben wir verschiedene Spieleinheiten vorbereitet - wie zum Beispiel ein Kennlern-Bingo, Impro-Theater-Übungen und ein kleines Berlin-Quiz. Selbstverständlich ist die Teilnahme an den Spielen freiwillig und ihr könnt euch gerne einfach gemütlich unterhalten. Wir möchten vor allem Sprachstudierende ermutigen teilzunehmen, und Berlin in diesem Rahmen aus verschiedenen Perspektiven kennenzulernen, persönliche Kontakte zu knüpfen und in das kulturelle Kiezleben der Stadt einzutauchen.
Teilnahme auf Spendenbasis
Vortrag: Funkenerosionsverfahren
Unser Mitglied Bernd Krebs Bernd hält einen Vortrag über das Funkenerosionsverfahren.
**18:00 Uhr doors open**
**19:00-20:00 Vortrag**
**22...23 Uhr doors close**
Als Vorbereitung zur Exkursion am 22.04.
Das Funkenerodieren (kurz EDM von engl. electrical discharge machining; auch funkenerosives Bearbeiten, funkenerosives Abtragen (DIN 8580) oder elektroerosives Bearbeiten) ist ein abtragendes Fertigungsverfahren für leitfähige Materialien, das auf elektrischen Entladevorgängen (Funken) zwischen der Elektrode als Werkzeug und dem leitenden Werkstück beruht.
Quelle: Wikipedia
In der Praxis werden damit z.B. Spritzgussformen hergestellt.
Einen solchen Betrieb werden wir am 22.04. um 16 Uhr in Berlin-Buckow besuchen.
Siehe dazu in unserem Veranstaltungskalender.
Unser Verein berlinCreators e.V. trifft sich jeden Freitag ab 18 Uhr im Makerspace.
Wir haben Gruppen rund um Elektronik, 3D-Druck, Nähen, Programmieren, Retro Computer. Egal ob Anfänger oder Profi – hier seid Ihr Willkommen. Ihr könnt mit anderen fachsimpeln, Euch inspirieren lassen oder auch mit unserer Hilfe Eure ersten Projekte starten.
Wenn Ihr Euch bei uns wohlfühlt und Mitglieder bei den berlinCreators werden möchtest, freuen wir uns.
Kommt vorbei, lernt den Space, uns und die Möglichkeiten kennen.
Berlin Tech Mixer and Social (Tech / AI / Data / IT) ✨
Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Berlin!
Tech, AI, Data, IT, and more \~
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### Event Details
💰 Cost: Free
🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks and social
📍 Belushi's Berlin (Alexanderplatz) (Inside, or ask for Tech Social) - Rosa-Luxemburg-Straße 41
🕕 6:00pm onwards every Friday
**Or RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:**
🔗 [Link to Website](https://techsocialberlin.com/event/meetup)
If you cannot find us, ask staff about Tech Social, or ask in the WhatsApp community above.
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### Who Should Attend?
Perfect for **Berlin tech professionals** including:
* **Software Developers & Engineers** (Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, React, Node.js)
* **Data Scientists & Analysts** (Machine Learning, AI, Data Visualization, SQL)
* **Cybersecurity Professionals** (InfoSec, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Security)
* **Product Managers & Tech Entrepreneurs**
* **Students & Tech Graduates** looking to break into tech
* **Career Changers** entering tech industry
* **Remote Workers & Digital Nomads** in Berlin
* **Startup Employees & Entrepreneurs**
* **Digital Marketing & Product Professionals**
* **Senior Engineers** looking to mentor and network
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### What You'll Experience
* 🤝 **Network with Berlin tech community**
* 💼 **Job opportunities** and referrals from peers
* 🚀 **Career acceleration** through peer networking
* 🎯 **Skill sharing** and tech discussions
* 🧠 **Knowledge sharing** on latest tech trends
* 🎉 **Social activities** and games
* 🧠 **Learn from peers** about real-world challenges
* 🚀 **Collaborate** on projects and ideas
* 🎯 **Mentorship connections** (both ways!)
* 🍻 **Fun, casual atmosphere** \- no matter your seniority level
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### Event Guidelines
* Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed)
* Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendees
* Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm)
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*Berlin Germany tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers Berlin Germany tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers*
build fridays berlin - work on your startup with other builders (bring laptop)
from the crew that did [the biggest AI hackathon in Germany:](https://luma.com/hl7wv7k3)
this is the first build fridays berlin.
every friday in hamburg, founders and builders bring laptops, work on the thing they actually need to ship, show what moved, and talk through blockers.
now we are bringing that format to **berlin**.
**what it is:**
* an open work session for people building something real
* startup work, side projects, products, prototypes, agents, workflows, decks
* a room full of people who would rather ship than talk about shipping
**who comes:**
* founders
* engineers
* product people
* operators
* first-time builders and repeat founders
**what happens:**
* open door from 4pm to 11pm
* come at the time that works for you
* 7pm intros so everyone knows who is in the room (30s each)
* work time, demos, feedback, and blocker-solving throughout the evening
**free.**
bring your laptop and come ready to work on something.
**one more thing:**
we want build fridays berlin to become a real weekly event.
if you want to help host it long-term and grow it through beavership (our ambassador programm), come talk to us.
more on that here: [https://ai-beavers.com/beavership](https://ai-beavers.com/beavership?utm_source=luma)
Matching Night Berlin - Bis zu 250 Singles
Bei der ''Matching Night'' triffst du bis zu 250 Singles in deiner Stadt in einer entspannten Bar-Atmosphäre. Anhand farbiger Armbänder, die die Teilnehmer:innen nach einem kurzen Persönlichkeitstest erhalten, kannst du sofort sehen, wer am besten zu dir passt und warum.
Um den Gesprächseinstieg mit anderen Singles so einfach wie möglich zu gestalten, haben wir das international bekannte "Lock & Key"-Eisbrecher-Element eingeführt. Hierbei bekommt jede Frau einen Schlüssel und jeder Mann ein Schloss. Wenn der passende Schlüssel zum Schloss gefunden wird, winkt die Chance auf einen Preis. Das Kennenlernen war wahrscheinlich noch nie so leicht!
Worauf wartest du also noch? Sicher dir jetzt dein Ticket, bevor alle Tickets weg sind.
[www.matchingnight.com](www.matchingnight.com)
Over 40 Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Sunday Tech Coffee Meetup
Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin.
We are usually inside and to the right. Ask the barista/bartender if you can't find us.
German Conversation Community Sunday A2-C1 w. guest speaker
Hello everyone ☺️
Our German Club invites you to the next meetup!
📅 **Sunday, April 19, 2026**
🕔 **Time:** 4:00 PM
📍 **Location:** Grandaire Café - [Voltairestraße 11, 10179 Berlin](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47a84f5a22092c49:0x42134cfee294f7cd?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)
👥 **Level:** A2–C1
⏳ **Duration:** approx. 1.5–2 hours
💵 **Participation fee:** 10 € (includes 1 drink)
Join our **German Speaking Café on Sunday** and practice your German in a relaxed and international atmosphere!
🎤 **Guest Speaker:**
**Morgan Hangartner**, immigration lawyer
Morgan advises international clients on **immigration law** and has over **15 years of experience**.
In this special meetup, he will talk about **typical questions and challenges from his legal practice** and share real-life insights into immigration cases and situations.
📚 **Talk topics:**
• Common questions in immigration law
• Typical challenges and problems
• Insights into real cases from legal practice
• Migration in an international context
• Open Q&A session
⏱ **Format:**
The speaker part will last about **30–45 minutes**.
Afterwards, we continue with **free conversation**, discussion questions, and small speaking games.
🗣️ **What you will practice:**
• Listening comprehension with a native speaker
• Vocabulary related to migration, law & everyday life
• Speaking confidently in a supportive environment
☕ **Atmosphere:**
Small group, café-style setting, conversations & networking
🤍 **Safe Space:**
Mistakes are welcome. No pressure, no stress – just real conversations and exchange
📸 **Note:**
Photos and short videos will be taken for social media.
If you prefer not to be photographed, please let us know ☺️
⚠️ **Places are limited – please register in advance.**
We look forward to an insightful afternoon full of German, exchange, and valuable perspectives 🌍✨
Young and Driven (18-35Y.) // JUST FOR FUN & Friending
Endlich mal ein Safer Space nur für uns. You are 18-35yrs old? Perfect. You are very welcome to join.
Grab a Glas of Vine or Cup of Tea and enjoy a relaxed Sunday with us. We have a WhatsApp Group (300+ People).
We can also grab mini pizzas from the corner and bring them back to the Sonntags Club. FYI: I am part of the association and owner of the Community ✨
Feel free to bring a friend, but usually 90% come alone - so don‘t be shy.
See you :)
Gino
Language & Art Lovers meet for the multimedia performance „Not (so) Human“
*For English version please scroll down*
**„Not (so) Human“ ist eine experimentelle Arbeit der Choreografin Christine Saulut Bonansea mit dem Komponisten Luca Foruccio.** In der interdisziplinären Performance erforschen die beiden Künstler\*innen mit interaktiven Visuals, Sounds und zeitgenössischem Tanz das Konzept der „Augmentation“, der Erweiterung menschlicher Fähigkeiten mit Hilfe von KI. So entsteht eine einzigartige Choreografie, die eine faszinierende Spannung zwischen körperlicher Präsenz und der körperlosen Natur künstlicher Intelligenz entfesselt. Christine Bonansea erschafft interdisziplinäre Werke mit digitalen Medien. Ihre Arbeit wird von US-amerikanischen und deutschen Stiftungen unterstützt und umfasst VR, AR und Robotik.
Dauer der Performance: ca. 50 Minuten
Sprachen des anschließenden Austauschs: Deutsch, Englisch, Spanisch, Portugiesisch
**[Online-Tickets](https://dock11-berlin.de/theater/service/tickets) für die Vorstellung (€ 15 normal / € 10 ermäßigt / € 25 Soli-Ticket zzgl. Vorverkaufsgebühr) bitte rechtzeitig kaufen. Der Gesprächsaustausch im Anschluss ist kostenlos.**
**Check: [itsamatch.art](https://itsamatch.art/)**[ ](https://itsamatch.art/)
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*English version*
**“Not (so) Human” is an experimental work by choreographer Christine Saulut Bonansea in collaboration with composer Luca Foruccio.** In this interdisciplinary performance, the two artists explore the concept of “augmentation” – the enhancement of human capabilities through AI – using interactive visuals, sounds and contemporary dance. The result is a unique choreography that unleashes a fascinating tension between physical presence and the disembodied nature of artificial intelligence. Christine Bonansea creates interdisciplinary works using digital media. Her work is supported by US and German foundations and encompasses VR, AR and robotics.
Duration of performance: aprox. 50 minutes
Languages of exchange after the show: German, English, Spanish, Portuguese
**Please buy [online tickets](https://dock11-berlin.de/theater/service/tickets) for the performance (€ 15 normal / € 10 reduced / € 25 solidarity ticket plus advance booking fee) in good time. The dialogue afterwards is free of charge.**
**Check: [itsamatch.art](https://itsamatch.art/)**[ ](https://itsamatch.art/)
Ringbahn Read: Silent Reading in the S41
RSVP on [Luma](https://luma.com/nks4fxjl?utm_source=Meetup) for Event Updates.
It's a silent reading party - BYOB (bring your own book)! All books and all readers are welcome!
This time we're reading on board the Berlin **S41 Ringbahn**! **We will be taking the train departing at 11:01, boarding the last two cars.**
**Our Agenda:**
10:30 - 11:00 — **Meeting [at the corner of Annemirl-Bauer-Platz Park](https://maps.app.goo.gl/DEKDRfexrKbNKEWg8)** across from Ostkreuz and get to know some of your fellow riders/readers! We'll walk over to the station together!
11:01 - 12:01 — For those who need the extra 30 mins of sleep, feel free to meet us on the **S41 Platform** of Ostrkeuz. Board the S41 at 11:01 for the Great Quiet Reading Hour, where we complete a whole ring around the city of Berlin!
12:01 — Get off at Ostkreuz to socialise, grab coffee, share your reading adventures, or just stay on the train for another round!
✨ Neurodivergent Speedfriending ☀️
🌈 **This is an event for neurodivergent people who are looking to make new friends.** With this event we are hoping to bring people together for the 7th time!
**LOCATION:** **The meetup map is not acurate, go to this google map link and find the neurodivergent sign:**
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/eo6ngDZhSp9hYLuU7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/eo6ngDZhSp9hYLuU7)
**If the weather is bad, we will reschedule. Please check this event page for updates.**
This is **NOT A DATING EVENT**. Please follow this rule.
**Please bring your picnic blanket or seating mat**. We will sit outdoors on the ground and we need your blanket to mark your spot. Also bring drinks and food to keep yourself hydrated and energized.
🧡 The **organizers are** all **neurodivergent volunteers**! **Help us in keeping the event welcoming**—ask gently, lend a hand if you can, and help us tidy up. Thanks for making this space kind for all!
**How does the event go?**
* **Event intro:** hosts explain the system, arrangement, rules, etc.
* **Ice breakers:** Each participant gets a sticker to write their names and topics of interest. Each picnic blanket will get stimming toys and conversation cards.
* **Start:** when there are at least 16 people, we will start the event.
* **Latecomers:** **will be seated at the end of the row. For the full experience please arrive on time.**
* **Rounds: *there will be 19 rounds with 5-minutes each (including the seat change). When the bell rings, it's time to switch.***
* **Half time break: 10 minutes**
* **Total:** 1,5 hours (excluding break)
* **Breaks:** If you feel overwhelmed, notify the host and you can go to the resting spot.
* **REPETITION:** *the flexibility to respect people's energy will cause repetition. Please understand this.*
* **After speedfriending hangout:** we can all chat in group setting.
### ♿ **Accessibility Info**
Need seating support? Let us know— so you can be the **anchor person** (stay in one spot while others rotate).
*Note: If multiple people need this, we’ll arrange turns as only one anchor is possible at a time.*
**What is expected from participants?**
* **Appreciate the organizers' efforts:** *all of us are neurodivergent volunteers. We all have our challenges and limitations. Please speak to us kindly. Respect goes both ways.*
* **Respect Boundaries:** **If someone seems uncomfortable, gracefully change the subject. If unsure,** ask.
* **Avoid triggering topic:** please avoid sensitive topics like politics, religion, or personal trauma. Stick to neutral ground so everyone feels safe and included.
* **Not a place to advertise your business:** we are here to find new friends.
* **Respect Time Limits:** When the bell rings, please move to the next spot.
* **Follow Up Respectfully:** If you wish to continue a conversation after the event, do so respectfully. Ensure the other person is comfortable with further contact. If you want to keep in contact ask for the person's number/socials during the event. Don't contact anyone on meetup without their consent.
**Community Disclaimer**
This event is a community-led initiative organized by neurodivergent volunteers who dedicate their time, energy, and resources to create a welcoming space. We strive to make our events as accessible as possible—both financially and in terms of neurodivergent needs—but we also have our own limitations. We kindly ask for your understanding and empathy, as we rely on the support and cooperation of all participants to foster a healthy, inclusive environment.
✨We can't wait to see you there and hope you make some amazing new friends. 💬
Silent Reading / Creating Club at W66 (Saturday) [Luma to RSVP]
RSVP on Luma: [https://luma.com/pa24sd60?utm_source=Meetup](https://luma.com/pa24sd60?utm_source=Meetup)
Silent Reading / Creating Club is a gathering for people who enjoy focusing together in public.
Bring a book, a notebook, a sketchpad, knitting needles, whatever you’d like to spend a quiet hour doing. All projects and all participants are welcome.
We’re building a community of readers and creators who value depth, presence, and shared silence. The reading and creating isn't the real highlight, though, it’s in the people who return and make it feel like a familiar room.
(Please RSVP “yes” only if you can make it, so we can save a seat for you and others on the waitlist.)
Our Meeting Point is the **W66 Café**.
There’s no entrance fee, but please order at least one item from the café and don’t bring outside food or drinks 🙂
No assignments, expectations, or pressure. Just a shared hour of intentional silence, followed by the opportunity for good conversation.
🕰 Our Agenda
**10:30 – 11:00**
Arrivals, ordering drinks/food, light social time
**11:00 – 12:00**
The Great Quiet Hour
(Read. Write. Sketch. Code. Think. Sit.)
**12:00 – 12:30**
Optional socializing: share what you were reading or creating, or simply continue in quiet focus.
## 🏡 House Guidelines
To keep this space calm and welcoming for everyone:
• Silence during the focus hour (no calls or conversations)
• Put cellphones on silent mode
• If using technology, please avoid meetings or audio (headphones please!)
• Arrive before 11:00 if possible to minimize disruptions
Over 40 Events Near You
Connect with your local Over 40 community
Building a Voice Over Business
Join Voice Over Pros Of Ohio for an exciting morning of networking, and exploring opportunities in the world of voice acting. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for expanding your network, learning how to start a VO business, and for honing your skills. Connect with fellow voice actors and VO experts, that will help you succeed in your voice over business.
This event will feature discussions on professional development, entrepreneurship in the voice over industry, with tips for navigating the world of voice acting. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from others, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and take your voice over career to the next level. Join us Saturday, March 28, from 10am - 12pm and learn how to start or grow your voice over business. Let your voice be heard! The $10 fee covers refreshments and door prizes.
Saturday Brunch at The Goat Gahanna
Let’s get together for a relaxed Saturday brunch!
This will be the very first event for our group. Whether you’re looking to meet new friends, get out more, or just enjoy good conversation over brunch, this is the perfect place to start.
We’ll be meeting at The Goat Gahanna for great food, drinks, and a welcoming, no-pressure atmosphere.
OVER 50 HAPPY HOUR AT MARKET DISTRICT-GRANDVIEW YARD FRI, MAY 1ST 5:00PM-8:00PM
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR - FLIGHTS N TACOS!!!
Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Giant Eagle Grandview Yard Event Center! (upper level) **Plenty of free parking**. The event center is huge! Pics are in the comments.
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR!! – Flights n Tacos
Let’s join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!)
• Taco Bar
• Margarita and Beer tasting
• Complementary chips and salsa
• Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase
• Festive Band/Music
Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar:
Optional - For $15.00 per person you can also get 4 Margarita or beer)
Get ready for a fun evening filled with live music, great conversation, and a lively crowd of 50+ singles and friends looking to mix, mingle, and enjoy the night. Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel the welcoming, social vibe.
Enjoy happy hour at the bar until 6 PM, or take part in the special Cinco de Mayo experience featuring margarita flights and delicious Mexican bites. It’s the perfect setting to relax, meet new people, and celebrate in style.
Our private upstairs space gives us plenty of room to connect, laugh, and enjoy the energy of the night. Come when you can, stay as long as you like — the best conversations (and the most fun!) tend to build as the evening goes on.
No agenda — just great people, live music, and a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss!
St. Louis Verified Singles Fun Speed Dating
**✨ St. Louis Zoom Speed Dating – Personality & Age Matched**
The point of this online speed dating event is not just the content. It is the room, the host, and the feeling that people are joining something they can return to.
Speed dating from home — connect with real St. Louis singles on Zoom. Each round is a brief one-on-one Zoom chat with a St. Louis local paired by age and personality. A host keeps the pace comfortable.
**Pick your age group and sign up:**
- 💡 **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=464.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Louis&groupurlname=spark-new-gay-friendships-every-night&ar=18-32&face_v=15.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=464.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Louis&groupurlname=spark-new-gay-friendships-every-night&ar=30-46&face_v=15.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=464.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Louis&groupurlname=spark-new-gay-friendships-every-night&ar=40-58&face_v=15.0)
**⚠️ Your RSVP doesn't guarantee a place.** Click your age group link below, register, and take the personality quiz to lock in your spot. Limited places.
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🎯 **Especially useful for:**
- First-timers new to speed dating
- 🚀 Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
⭐ *"The personality matching genuinely works. My matches were spot on."* – St. Louis local
📍 **Event snapshot**
- **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured
- 🎉 **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere
- **Host:** Professional host keeping the evening smooth and relaxed
🔄 **What to expect**
1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above.
2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening.
3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show.
4. **Meet your matches** – Cycle through short chats with compatible St. Louis singles.
💡 **Tip:** Check your Zoom setup and pick a quiet, well-lit spot ahead of time.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**Is my info private?**
Absolutely. Contact details are only exchanged on mutual match.
**Do I need anything besides Zoom?**
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✨ Meet St. Louis singles from home. Sign up and we'll take care of the rest. 🫶 ✨
Quick version: this one gets straight to the point.
Concise by design so people can decide quickly.
🤝 **Community angle**
- The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join
- The community matters as much as the session itself
- The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming
It is meant to feel like the start of ongoing relationships, not just a single session on the calendar.
Drunken
This month's prompt concerns the idea of the “warrior philosopher” (seemed appropriate in these times)--that is someone whose understanding of violence, power, and justice is forged through direct experience of war. We are looking at Major General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated U.S. Marine raised in a Quaker (pacifist) tradition who later became a prominent critic of American militarism (there is a wonderful biography of Gen. Butler called "Gangsters of Capitalism")
Butler's argument in *War Is a Racket* (1935): that many U.S. interventions were driven less by national defense than by corporate and financial interests, with Butler portraying himself as an enforcer for business and Wall Street. We can consider the moral ambiguity of his insider critique—whether complicity strengthens or undermines credibility and also consider some of the concrete reforms he proposed (e.g., “conscript” capital before soldiers, restrict the military to coastal defense, and have only those who fight decide on war).
Butler’s life arc clearly changed from pacifist upbringing to warrior to antiwar crusader—and asks whether true understanding of peace requires firsthand knowledge of war, and what that implies about the cost of suffering. So do we need to suffer to understand suffering? Do we have to experience war to appreciate peace? As one more question: in the movie "A Few Good Men" Jack Nicholson's character says that "you have the luxury of not knowing what I know" so do most of us go through life oblivious to real violence and suffering? See you at Drunken Philosophy!
Free In-person Meeting: Unwanted Emotions & Loneliness, How to Get Over Them
This is an in-person meeting.
Did you know that unwanted emotions like loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, anger, fear, anxiety, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not chemical imbalance in your brain due to some nebulous chemical reactions by chance.
Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you.
The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life.
For instance, let's say you are already carrying a huge load on your back, then you cannot take on much more, but, let's say something else happens to you, such as the difficulties from the Pandemic, then the resultant combined weight on you can take you over the edge, kind of like the straw that break the camel's back. When this happens, people's attention usually goes to the straw that was added, but actually the majority of the weight had come from the huge load that were already there, holding a person down and causing a person issues.
So how do you remove the huge load that was already there? How do you lighten them up? Is it possible to get rid of them?
That is what this meeting will be all about.
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
Afternoon Coffee Break!
(craft and chit chat included)🤣☕️🤗
**Let’s catch up and take an afternoon break.**
**Grab a coffee or snack and let’s chit chat! Gayle and I will bring adult coloring books and/or a simple craft if you’d like to unwind and relax.😊**
















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