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Silent Book Club is a group of book lovers who enjoy reading together in public. All books and all readers are welcome. (Kindly RSVP 'yes' only if you can make it, so we can save a seat for you and our fellow readers on the waitlist!) This page-turning party will unfold in the Café (1st floor) at the Bode Museum. There's no entrance fee, but please order at least one item from the cafe and don't bring any outside drinks :) No quizzes, no pressure, no assigned books - just a group of book-loving souls basking in the beauty of silent reading. **Our thrilling agenda:** 10:30 am - 11:00 am - Arrivals, ordering drinks/food (social time) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - The Great Quiet Reading Hour (where silence is the star) 12:00 pm - 13:00 pm - Optional socializing, share your reading adventures or just keep exploring the pages Stay for lunch, and who knows? You might just find your next favorite book over a pizza. NB: If you plan to go for lunch, please consider bringing cash, as some restaurants only accept card payments after a certain amount.

**ENGLISH:** Welcome new Berliners and people considering settling in Berlin, are you enjoying the great weather we have been having in recent weeks? Soon there will be barbecues with delicious food... As someone who has been resident in Berlin for almost seven years I feel I would like to welcome and help people on a similar path to myself. We are meeting on Sunday at 2pm at Coffee Lories, Fennstraße 24 for drinks and snacks, before having a walk around the neighbourhood. Please join the Signal Group for communication or message me through the Meetup Chat to locate us when meeting. [https://signal.group/#CjQKIMFDA0ZnmCUtsEa85UZpZkk8Ijjfu_YI5Z9o0W34dAuoEhAXnTSlXShSNBpq28sPWzcD](https://signal.group/#CjQKIMFDA0ZnmCUtsEa85UZpZkk8Ijjfu_YI5Z9o0W34dAuoEhAXnTSlXShSNBpq28sPWzcD) If you need any tips or help with settling in Berlin, such as help with travel and help navigating the transport system please don’t hesitate to message me either through the Signal Group or Meetup Chat. Looking forward to the conversation, the drinks, and the company... **DEUTSCH:** Großartige neue Berlinerinnen, Berliner, und Leute, die schon eine Weile in Berlin gewohnt haben, freuen Sie sich über das ausgezeichnete Wetter, das wir in den letzten Wochen gehabt haben? Bald gibt es das Braten auf dem Rost mit köstlichem Essen... Denn ich jemand bin, der fast sieben Jahren in Berlin gewohnt hat, fühle ich, dass ich neue Berlinerinnen, Berliner, die auf einem ähnlichen Weg zu mir sind, Willkommen heißen. Wir treffen uns am Sonntag um 14 Uhr beim Coffee Lories, Fennstraße 24, für Getränke und Imbisse vor wir um den Kiez spazieren. Bitte treten Sie die Signal Gruppe ein, um zu kommunizieren, oder schicken Sie mir eine Nachricht per Meetup Chat um die Gruppe zu erkennen beim Treffen. [https://signal.group/#CjQKIMFDA0ZnmCUtsEa85UZpZkk8Ijjfu_YI5Z9o0W34dAuoEhAXnTSlXShSNBpq28sPWzcD](https://signal.group/#CjQKIMFDA0ZnmCUtsEa85UZpZkk8Ijjfu_YI5Z9o0W34dAuoEhAXnTSlXShSNBpq28sPWzcD) Wann Sie irgendeinen Rat oder Hilfe beim einziehen in Berlin brauchen, zum Beispiel Hilfe beim öffentliche Nahverkehr bitte fühlen Sie sich Willkommen mir eine Frage über die Signal Gruppe oder Meetup Chat zu stellen. Auf das Gespräch, die Getränke, und die Gesellschaft...

Welcome to **I WRITE**, a gentle space for anyone who wants to write—quietly, freely, and without judgment. This will be a Ladies Only gathering: a women-only writing space designed for quiet, connection, and creativity. Whether you’re journaling, writing a novel, drafting an article, or just processing your thoughts, this is a space to simply show up and write. There’s no set topic, no feedback circle, and no pressure. Just a warm community, a calm atmosphere, and time dedicated to your writing practice. 🗓️ **What to expect:** * 14:30 - 15:00 **→** 30 min arriving, optional socialising (arrive early, meet other writers) * 15:00 - 16:00 **→** 1 hour of silent writing (headphones welcome, focus encouraged) * 16:00–16:30 **→** 30 mins break + optional chat or solo time (stay and chat or go celebrate the rest of your Sunday) * 16:30–17:30 → 1 more hour of silent writing (for those staying) * 17:30–18:00 → 30 mins of chat, and leaving 🎒 **Bring:** * Something to write with (laptop, notebook, phone, typewriter… anything goes) * Something to drink (there is no cafeteria, unfortunately) * Your current project or a blank page * Yourself, exactly as you are ❗️Important note: There is no wifi in the cafe yet. Please be prepared to work solo with just you and your words❗️ **👉 Responsibility:** * Our location is limited; thus, I am kindly asking you to RSVP only if you are willing to attend. **📍Location:** * We meet at the Iska Cafe at Kalckreuthstraße 7, 10777 Berlin. There is no pin at the google maps yet, so please just come directly to the location and find us at the right door at Erdgeschoss. * 🚇 **U1\, U2 Wittenbergplatz \|\| U1\, U2\, U3\, U4 Nollendorfplatz** * 🚌 **106\, 187\, M19\, M29 An Der Urania \|\| M46 Motzstraße** Whether you're an experienced writer or just beginning, you're welcome. If you know how to hold a pen or how to type, you will always be welcomed. Let's write together!

**Come together. Write. Support each other.** • Du schreibst einfach gern – egal ob Buch, Blog, Poesie oder Tagebuch? • Du vermisst Gespräche über das Schreiben und das, was dabei entsteht? • Du wünschst dir mehr Zeit zum Schreiben – und Menschen, die ähnlich ticken? Kreativ sein verbindet — und genau dafür ist dieser *Social Writing Club* da. Dieser Club ist für Menschen, die gerne schreiben und Lust haben, das nicht immer allein zu tun: gemeinsam Zeit verbringen, schreiben, sich austauschen und ganz nebenbei neue Menschen kennenlernen – in einem entspannten, offenen Rahmen. Ganz gleich, wo du gerade mit dem Schreiben stehst: Du bist willkommen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wir treffen uns einmal im Monat in einem Café am Platz der Luftbrücke in Kreuzberg/ Tempelhof. **Es gibt kein Thema, keinen Input, kein Feedback.** Jede\*r schreibt für sich, an dem, was gerade da ist – im eigenen Tempo, auf die eigene Art. Zwischendurch und danach gibt es Raum für Gespräche: über das Schreiben selbst oder einfach über das Leben. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . **So läuft ein Treffen ab** Wir kommen entspannt an, bestellen etwas und richten uns ein. Der Vormittag besteht aus **einer Schreibeinheit**. Wir schreiben in Stille – nebeneinander, konzentriert, jede\*r für sich. Zum Abschluss gibt es Zeit zum Ankommen miteinander: Kennenlernen, Austauschen, Zuhören. Alles kann, nichts muss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . **ℹ️ Hinweise** * Wir treffen uns in einem Café und sind dort normale Gäste. Also plane bitte ein, dort etwas zu bestellen. * Die Teilnahme selbst ist kostenlos. Um die monatlichen Meetup-Gebühren zu decken, freue ich mich über einen freiwillige **Spende** **von** **2 € bis 5 €** – vor Ort in **bar** oder per **PayPal**. * Eine Vorbereitung ist nicht erforderlich. Alles, was du brauchst, ist das, woran du schreiben willst – handschriftlich oder digital. * Die Treffen finden auf Deutsch statt. 🇩🇪 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 🗓️ **Agenda** **11:00 – 11:15 Uhr** Ankommen, Begrüßung, Einrichten & etwas bestellen **11:15 – 12:45 Uhr** Stille Schreibeinheit (konzentriertes Schreiben, jede\*r für sich – gerne Kopfhörer mitbringen, falls es im Café etwas lauter wird) **12:45 – 13:30 Uhr** Austausch & Ausklang

Lerne attraktive Singles beim großen Speed Dating in Berlin kennen & flirte bei romantischem Ambiente. Nur 19,00€ pro Person pro Altersklasse. **\* Bitte ausschließlich online über [www.DateYork.de](https://www.DateYork.de) anmelden.** 17:00 - 18:30 Uhr - Altersklasse 35 - 45 Jahre oder 40 - 56 Jahre 18:30 - 20:00 Uhr - Altersklasse 26 - 39 Jahre 20:00 - 21:00 Uhr - Altersklasse 20 - 32 Jahre Du wirst vor Ort von unserem Love Angel empfangen. Der Love Angel moderiert das Speed Dating, steht dir für Fragen zur Verfügung und sorgt für einen reibungslosen Ablauf. Nach dem offiziellen Teil des Speed Dating Events können die Singles für weitere Drinks und Speisen in der Location verweilen, die Gespräche vertiefen und viele neue Leute kennenlernen. Email: [info@dateyork.com](mailto:info@dateyork.com) WhatsApp [+49 162 418 7255](https://wa.me/+491624187255) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Meet many new singles at the popular speed dating event in Berlin & flirt in a romantic atmosphere. You pay only 19,00€ per person per age group. **\* Registration is only possible via** **[www.DateYork.de](https://www.DateYork.de).** 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - age group 35 - 45 or 40 - 56 years 6:30 p.m - 8:00 p.m. - age group 26 - 39 years 8:00 p.m - 9:30 p.m. - age group 20 - 32 years The event will be hosted by our love angel. After the official part of the speed dating event you are welcome to stay for more drinks and food in the location and deepen the conversations. Email: [info@dateyork.com](mailto:info@dateyork.com) WhatsApp [+49 162 418 7255](https://wa.me/+491624187255)

Let's read together on another Sunday morning. Agenda: 10:30-11:00 Arrival, ordering drinks, getting to know each other 11:00-12:00 Reading together 12:00-13:00 Share reading experience There is no books assigned. Just bring whatever you are reading for now. Please sign up only when you can join the event. Hope you will enjoy it there!

## **DNA. presents "Make Poetry Sexy Again - WORKSHOP"** #### A special Writing Session for Poets, Spoken Word Artists, and Word Lovers — a time to connect, share, and grow. Together. ‍ The Session begins with guided writing workshop and creative exercises, followed by an **open discussion and shared writing circle.** **Come as You are.** Showcase Your words, explore Your creative flow, and find inspiration in the energy of others. You’ll leave with **new words, new connections, and a deeper bond with Your art — and Your audience.** Join a circle where words are celebrated. ‍ ##### **WHEN:** Every Sunday DOORS: 2.15 pm START: 2.30 pm END OF THE WORKSHOP: 3.30 pm OPEN WRITING SESSION: 3.30 - OPEN END ‍ ##### **WHERE:** [DNA. ART HOUSE](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4XrC8gTPtdDGb3oB6) Wrangelstraße 25 10997 Berlin ‍ ##### ‍**TICKETS:** available at the Box Office: Free for DNA. Members\* / 15e Regular (Daily Membership\*\*) **[> See more Info about DNA. Membership](https://www.dna-artclub.com/dna-member)** ‍ ##### SIGN UP: No sign up needed. Just come over & join us :) ‍ ‍ See You Soon. Love. DNA. *** For more insights, follow us on IG: [@nightart.club](https://www.instagram.com/nightart.club) \*Members of Dair Night Art e.V. and Subscribers of DNA. Art GbR. \*\*By entering the DNA. ART HOUSE, You agree to comply with the [Hausordnung of Dair Night Art e.V.](https://dairnight.com/hausordnung) and [Geschäftsordnung of Dair Night Art e.V.](https://dairnight.com/geschaftsordnung) Please ensure You review these documents thoroughly in advance.

Ditch the old book club, where everyone has to read the same book...this is better! It works like this: Bring your own book. Come chat, have some tea or coffee, get to know your neighbors. Then we quietly read together, side by side, for about one hour, each one reading their own book, and afterwards we talk with each other about what we are reading. The usual agenda: - Arrival and introduction (~20 minutes) - ⁠Silent reading (~1 hour) - ⁠Discussion (~30-40 minutes) - ⁠Join us for a bite at a local restaurant afterwards, if you like! You may read in any language, you may read any book. We are a group of international residents of Berlin from many different countries, of all ages, and we converse in English. We welcome you! No registration needed – the event is donation based. All funds support the Offenes Wohnzimmer.

Join us for a Pink Cocktails evening - a playful, feel-good gathering where vibrant drinks meet even better company. Think beautifully crafted pink cocktails, light bites, and an atmosphere made for laughter, conversation, and connection. Whether you’re here for the flavors, the aesthetic, or the people around the table, this is your excuse to unwind, sip something fun, and enjoy an evening that feels effortlessly social — the Les Amis way. Come for the cocktails, stay for the conversations ✨ **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

**A quiet space to slow down, read, and connect** This meetup is an invitation to slow things down. Slow Reading Sunday creates a **calm and welcoming space to read without rushing** and to meet people in a relaxed and natural way. There is no pressure to socialize, no expectations, and no performance. We meet at **Eszenzia in Charlottenburg,** in a quiet and dedicated space designed for presence. It is a place where you can sit comfortably and take your time. Reading slowly is not only allowed here, it is encouraged. You are welcome to bring whatever you are currently reading, or to choose a book from the space. **There are books available in both English and German** that you can use during the session. **How the afternoon unfolds** We arrive calmly, get settled, and order something at the venue. We spend a **long and uninterrupted reading session in silence**, sharing the space while each person stays focused on their own reading. At the end, there is time for an easy and optional exchange. Participation is free and requires no preparation. Please remember that we are guests at the venue, so plan to order something on site. **🗓️ Agenda** **15:15 - 15:30** Arrival, settling in and ordering **15:30 - 16:45** Silent reading session **16:45 - 17:30** Conversation, connection and slow closing

Crochet Scrunchie Workshop Get your creativity flowing with our Crochet Scrunchie Workshop, where you'll learn how to create the cutest, trendiest hair accessories from scratch! Perfect for gifting or indulging in a personal treat, these handmade scrunchies are all about charm, color, and fun. In this hands-on class, you’ll: ✨ Learn the basics of crocheting around a hair tie 🧶 Practice different stitch techniques and textures 🎨 Personalize your scrunchie with various yarn types and colors No crochet experience? No problem! All materials are provided, and our instructor will guide you every step of the way. Come solo or bring a friend—this workshop is sweet, creative, and oh-so-Instagrammable! 💖 **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

Communication is everything in life! Attend this free lecture about how to be a better communicator. 📍 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Meeting Room 2b, Main Library Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. We desire to cultivate a space where all questions are welcome and each person is treated with compassion and respect.

**Welcome to the inaugural meeting of the International Relations / Foreign Policy Group Columbus!** This group brings together students, professionals, academics, and anyone interested in global affairs, diplomacy, and geopolitics. Our first meetup will be an informal discussion focused on current international developments and global trends. This is a great opportunity to: • Meet others interested in international relations and foreign policy • Discuss current global events and geopolitical developments • Exchange perspectives and ideas in a respectful environment • Build a network of globally minded individuals in Central Ohio (Columbus and periphery) **Discussion topics may include:** * Strategic planning for the group and the way forward * US foreign policy priorities in 2026 * Major geopolitical developments (Europe, Asia, Middle East) * Global security and strategic competition * International economic and diplomatic trends No prior expertise is required—everyone is welcome, whether you're a student, professional, or simply interested in world affairs. **This will be a casual, friendly, and intellectually engaging conversation.** I look forward to meeting everyone and building a strong international relations / foreign policy community in Central Ohio.

Join us as we get together to see the period drama / classic monster movie, THE BRIDE! The film is written/directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal and stars Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale in a new take on the classic tale, The Bride of Frankenstein. We'll be seeing this one on Thurs, 3/5 one day ahead of the film's opening on Friday. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: In 1930s Chicago, Frankenstein's creature asks Dr. Euphronius to create a companion for him. They give life to a murdered woman as "the Bride," sparking romance, police interest and radical social change. It is written, directed and co-produced by Maggie Gyllenhaal and stars Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening, Jake Gyllenhaal and Penélope Cruz. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-qJkAXLfYM PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and we’ll meet inside the upstairs lobby between 6:40 and 6:50pm. Advance ticket purchase is advised (via Gateway website preferred). Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below! Pre-show bite at Cazuela’s next door at 5:30pm. Please arrive by 5:30pm and ask for the Movie Group! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Do you feel introverted when you are in a group setting? Are you shy? Do other people have more fun than you do? There are simple life hacks you can use to improve your connection to others and improve your social life. Talking is one thing. Truly connecting is altogether another. It's the whole experience of connecting with people and forming relationships. It includes the joy, understanding, and love formed among people. * In our meetings, you will learn: * A simple life hack to increase your liking and tolerance of other people, or even of yourself! * How to become more interested and enjoy conversations with people. * How to be comfortable in social settings. * How to be yourself * How to become more extroverted and, * How to make connections with people. Feeling lonely, isolated, or bored? This local meeting is exactly what you need! Come join us! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.