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The Advice: An Interactive Comedy Show
The Advice: An Interactive Comedy Show
Want to know what happens when a comedian and a psychologist team up to solve your problems? Hot Paprika Comedy presents a one-of-a-kind show where we do exactly that! Bring us your everyday challenges—the trivial issues that complicate your life—and we’ll offer the best advice in the most entertaining way possible. Ever had questions you wanted to ask a psychologist but never had the chance? Now’s your opportunity! Participants have the option to remain anonymous, so feel free to share your thoughts without hesitation! Who will give better advice, the comedian or the therapist? Come find out! Join us on April 10th at Jo&Joe Budapest, 8PM for an evening of laughter, insight, and unexpected solutions! This is a donation based show, we will be collecting donations at the entrance, so please consider contributing. We recommend 2000 huf per person Disclaimer: This show is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice
Power Yoga (EN) Friday 18:30h - Move, sweat & connect.
Power Yoga (EN) Friday 18:30h - Move, sweat & connect.
Join me to practice dynamic power yoga in Budapest! English-speaking classes held at [Sanctuary yoga studio](https://www.sanctuary.hu/). Every Friday at 6:30pm. Open to all levels. Move, Sweat & Connect. **Book your spot [here.](https://www.sanctuary.hu/booking-calendar/friday-power-yoga-18-30-en?referral=service_list_widget)** Location: Budapest, Bercsényi u. 5, 1111 Instagram: [theinner.drishti](https://www.instagram.com/theinner.drishti/)
FlowDan’s Mix class
FlowDan’s Mix class
FlowDan’s Mix is a Latin-inspired dance party workout. High energy, easy-to-follow choreographies, and nonstop good vibes! Each class has a theme we dance through Class fee: 2500 Huf 5 class pass: 10000 Huf
Make Yourself Memorable: Standing Out in a Crowded Market
Make Yourself Memorable: Standing Out in a Crowded Market
We are back. And yes, we're keeping the Friday tradition alive! For this event, we’re cutting through the noise. In a world where everyone is shouting for attention, being "good" isn't enough anymore, you have to be **unforgettable**. This time, we’re dissecting the art of becoming truly memorable, both on stage and on the screen. This isn’t about cheap marketing hacks or shallow virality. It’s about understanding the core mechanics of how to make your ideas stick, how to resonate deeply with your audience, and how to scale a brand that commands the room. **The Agenda & What You'll Learn:** Two expert angles, one goal: Make sure you never blend into the background again. **17:45:** Arrive, grab a drink, and connect. **18:10 – 18:15: Event Kickoff & Intro.** Setting the stage for a night of high-impact learning. **18:15 – 18:30: How to be a Memorable Presenter (by Alex MacIntosh).** Ever wonder why some talks echo in your mind for days, while others fade before the speaker even leaves the stage? In this hyper-focused session, Alex breaks down the exact anatomy of "sticky ideas" and how to weaponize them in your presentations. You’ll discover the psychological hooks that guarantee your audience leans in, pays attention, and actually acts on your core message. Walk away with an actionable framework to ensure your next pitch is unforgettable. **18:30 – 18:45: How to Build a Memorable Online Presence (by Chris Parker).** "Build it and they will come" is a lie in today's crowded digital landscape. Chris Parker-entrepreneur, Kajabi expert, and digital growth strategist-will reveal how to cut through the noise and scale a premium digital brand. He'll share his proven approach to identifying the bottlenecks holding your business back and how to deeply tune into your brand to create massive growth. You'll learn how to position your expertise so you can work smarter, not harder, and transform quiet followers into high-paying clients. **18:50 – 20:00:** Genuine networking & conversations with quality food and drinks. **20:00 onwards:** We are heading to a nearby bar. We expect the conversation to go late. **Who Is This For?** This is for freelancers, digital nomads, and founders in Budapest who want to disaster-proof their work and amplify their impact. Join a community of curious, open-minded people for an honest conversation. No corporate fluff, just genuine connections and actionable takeaways on how to stand out. **Location:** We'll be hosting at the fantastic KLUSTER Coworking space. **The Legal Bit:** During the event, we'll be taking some photos. By attending, you consent to this. Thanks for reading, see you on the 10th! Bence & Nándi

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Agentic AI Hackathon
Agentic AI Hackathon
Join the first joint GDG Agentic AI Hackathon in Hungary, bringing together the communities of GDG Budapest, GDG on Campus ELTE, GDG on Campus BME, GDG on Campus UniDeb and NextGen Data Science Club at Corvinus University. This one-day hackathon brings together developers, AI enthusiasts, and innovators to build practical solutions using agentic AI - systems that can autonomously work toward defined goals. Participants will collaborate in teams to design and prototype real-world AI applications and present their projects to a professional technical jury from the industry. The event connects university students with the tech ecosystem through hands-on challenges, mentorship, and technical talks. Participants will work in teams of up to 5 members, so make sure your team includes a mix of skills such as development, data science, AI, product thinking, and presentation. The hackathon is open to both Hungarian and international participants, creating a diverse and collaborative environment. 📅 Date: April 11, 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00–21:00 CET 📍 Location: Budapest (TBA) 🌐 Language: English 👥 Expected attendance: 100–150 participants Come build, learn, and compete with some of the most active tech communities in Hungary. 🚀 Az eseményről Csatlakozz az első közös GDG Agentic AI Hackathonhoz Magyarországon, amely egyesíti a GDG Budapest, a GDG on Campus ELTE, a GDG on Campus BME és a GDG on Campus UniDeb közösségeit. Ez az egynapos hackathon fejlesztőket, AI-rajongókat és innovátoroket hoz össze, hogy gyakorlati megoldásokat építsenek agentic AI segítségével – olyan rendszereket, amelyek önállóan képesek meghatározott célok elérésére törekedni. A résztvevők csapatokban dolgoznak majd valós AI-alkalmazások tervezésén és prototípusának elkészítésén, majd bemutatják projektjeiket egy szakmai zsűrinek az iparágból. Az esemény összeköti az egyetemi hallgatókat a tech-ökoszisztémával gyakorlati kihívásokon, mentorálással és technikai előadásokon keresztül. A résztvevők legfeljebb 5 fős csapatokban dolgoznak, ezért gondoskodj arról, hogy csapatod változatos tudással rendelkezzen – például fejlesztés, adattudomány, AI, termékgondolkodás és prezentáció terén. A hackathon nyitott magyar és nemzetközi résztvevők számára egyaránt, sokszínű és együttműködő környezetet teremtve. 📅 Dátum: 2026. április 11. ⏰ Időpont: 10:00–21:00 CET 📍 Helyszín: Budapest (hamarosan) 🌐 Nyelv: Angol 👥 Várható létszám: 100–150 résztvevő Gyere, építs, tanulj és versenyezz Magyarország egyik legaktívabb tech-közösségeivel együtt. 🚀 Agenda --- Hosted By Zsigmond P. Toth, GDG Budapest & WTM Budapest organizer Zsigmond is the organizer of the GDG Budapest and GDG Cloud Budapest communities and the DevFest Budapest and DevFest Live events. He is a Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect and he works as the Head of Google Cloud, Hungary at EPAM Systems. Farida Elchuzade, GDG Budapest & WTM Budapest organizer Lechlech Latifa, GDG Budapest & WTM Budapest organizer Aamna Tayyab, GDG Budapest organizer Founder & Pioneer of GDSC ELTE, building one of the university’s first developer community spaces. Head of Delivery at Adroit Group, responsible for leading cross-functional teams, overseeing project delivery frameworks, and ensuring successful execution of technology initiatives across the organisation. Muhammad Hassan Raza, GDG Budapest organizer A dedicated and resourceful individual who is a GDG Budapest Co-Organizer and GDSC Leads Mentor with the ability to persuade and persuade people about computer-related works. Software Developer skilled at technical leadership, communication, and presentations. Experienced in the full project life cycle from design to implementation to integration. Hagigat Ahmadova, GDG Budapest organizer Nurtoza Aykhujaev, GDG Budapest organizer Asel Temiralieva, GDG Budapest organizer Ulukbek Tursunov, GDG Budapest organizer - Ines Meliani, GDG Budapest organizer Kaniz Fatima, GDG Budapest organizer --- Partners GDSC BME (https://gdsc.community.dev/budapest-university-of-technology-and-economics/) GDG on Campus Eotvos Lorand University (https://gdg.community.dev/gdg-on-campus-eotvos-lorand-university-budapest-hungary/) GDG on Campus Eotvos Lorand University - Budapest, Hungary is an independent group; our activities and the opinions expressed here should in no way be linked to Google, the corporation. GDSC Debrecen (https://gdsc.community.dev/university-of-debrecen-debreceni-egyetem-de/) ELTE Data Science Club (https://datasciencelte.netlify.app) Building a high-impact data science community at ELTE. Founded in 2025, the Data Science Club at ELTE is a beginner-friendly community where students learn together through hands-on projects, guest talks, and collaborative exploration of data science, AI, and machine learning. Our approach is community-first: we learn together rather than teaching from above. We focus on showcases, teamwork, and real projects that give members portfolio evidence through GitHub contributions. Everyone contributes at their own level while building a stronger community. NextGen Data Science Club (https://www.instagram.com/next_gen.dc?igsh=MWRlbmJ5YmR3Z3E0dA==) --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-budapest-presents-agentic-ai-hackathon/.
Yoga & Brunch with live handpan music 04.11.
Yoga & Brunch with live handpan music 04.11.
Please register in advance via our website. Thank you!✨ [Registration](https://www.sanctuary.hu/service-page/yoga-brunch-with-live-handpan-music?referral=service_list_widget&fbclid=IwVERDUAQ7Hy5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeeL3wo8esVshMVAl6DJ-HIwzlf35txo26vORhfjdfMUcZKqSGKn45uIDFT-8_aem_BoDx1IPjjOiOG9EHT0TnDg) There’s something special about a Saturday morning that begins slowly with movement, music, and a shared meal. This Yoga & Brunch experience is an invitation to pause, reconnect, and enjoy a few hours away from the usual rhythm of the week. Join us for a morning of: 🧘‍♀️ Flow yoga 🎶 Live handpan music 🥣 Vegan brunch ✨ A calm, inspiring space in the heart of the city We begin with a 75-minute Flow yoga practice, guided by Ivett and accompanied by Richard’s live handpan music. In this gentle, continuous flow, the breath leads the movement — creating a natural rhythm where the practice becomes a form of moving meditation. Ivett has been practicing yoga for over ten years, with a background in modern-contemporary dance. In her classes, the connection between breath and movement is at the heart of the experience. “For me, yoga is not just physical exercise — it’s a path back to myself.” Richard’s handpan music responds to the rhythm of the practice, shaping a soft, immersive atmosphere. “My connection to music comes from presence — from an inner silence that slowly takes shape as sound.” Brunch after the practice After the class, from 11:15, we gather for a nourishing brunch by Smoothie Sanctuary. You can choose from freshly prepared shots, juices, smoothies or smoothie bowls made from premium ingredients. Participation fee 12,000 HUF / person ✨ Ticket for two available: Come with a friend, partner, or someone you’d like to share this experience with — select the 2-person option during booking 20,000 HUF / 2 people (instead of 24,000 HUF) Registration Spaces are limited, therefore advance booking is required. Please reserve your spot through the link provided in the event. 🗓 Registration deadline: April 8 / Az eseményre előzetes regisztráció szükséges a weboldalunkon keresztül✨[Regisztráció](https://www.sanctuary.hu/service-page/yoga-brunch-with-live-handpan-music?referral=service_list_widget&fbclid=IwVERDUAQ7Hy5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeeL3wo8esVshMVAl6DJ-HIwzlf35txo26vORhfjdfMUcZKqSGKn45uIDFT-8_aem_BoDx1IPjjOiOG9EHT0TnDg) Van valami különleges abban, amikor egy szombat reggel lassan indul - mozgással, zenével és egy közös, nyugodt vegán étkezéssel. A Yoga & Brunch esemény egy meghívás arra, hogy kiszakadj a hétköznapok ritmusából, lelassulj, és kapcsolódj önmagaddal. Csatlakozz hozzánk egy ilyen reggelre: 🧘‍♀️ flow jóga 🎶 élő handpan zene 🥣 vegán brunch ✨ nyugodt, inspiráló tér a város szívében A program egy 75 perces Flow jógaórával indul, amelyet Ivett vezet, Richárd élő handpan játékával kísérve. A lágy, folyamatos áramlásban a légzés vezeti a mozdulatokat, így a gyakorlás szinte mozgásos meditációvá válik. Ivett több mint tíz éve gyakorolja a jógát, modern-kortárs táncos háttérrel. Az óráin a légzés és a mozgás összekapcsolása áll a középpontban. „Számomra a jóga nem csupán testmozgás — hanem egy út vissza önmagamhoz.” Richárd handpan játéka a gyakorlás ritmusára reagálva teremti meg a tér hangulatát. „A zenével való kapcsolatom a jelenlétből születik: egy belső csendből, ami lassan külső hangokká formálódik.” Brunch a gyakorlás után A jógaóra után, 11:15-től közösen folytatjuk a délelőttöt egy tápláló brunch-csal a Smoothie Sanctuary jóvoltából. Frissen, prémium alapanyagokból készült shot-ok, juice-ok, smoothie-k vagy smoothie bowlok közül választhatsz. Részvételi díj 12.000 Ft / fő ✨ Páros jegy elérhető: Érkezz baráttal, pároddal vagy bárkivel, akivel megosztanád ezt az élményt foglaláskor válaszd a 2 fős opciót, így 24.000 Ft helyett 20.000 Ft-ért tudtok részt venni Jelentkezés A helyek száma korlátozott, ezért előzetes foglalás szükséges. Foglalás az eseményben található linken keresztül. 🗓 Jelentkezési határidő: április 8.
Badminton this Saturday from 14:00 (2hrs). at HODOS TAMAS.
Badminton this Saturday from 14:00 (2hrs). at HODOS TAMAS.
Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on Saturday! I will host this session, so please follow my instructions! 🙏 IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 18:00 PM. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. WAITLISTED ATTENDEES: If you are in the WAITLIST. Do not come Level of expectation : intermediate - advanced Venue: HODOS TAMAS Badminton Hall Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! There are 2 courts booked for us for 2 hours from 14:00 till 16:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 12, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2000-3000 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.
Zumba FlowDan’s Mix class
Zumba FlowDan’s Mix class
Saturday class on the 11 April 11:00 FlowDan’s Mix is a Latin-inspired dance party workout. High energy, easy-to-follow choreographies, and nonstop good vibes! Each class has a theme we dance through, plus one song where we drop the steps and enjoy pure free dance. Class fee: 2500 Huf 5 class pass: 10000 Huf
Socializing & Language exchange in budapest
Socializing & Language exchange in budapest
Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CGM1Jm8JfNS291xA1zMobk) ] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.
Budapest Silent Book Club #109 — (FSZEK, Boulevard Library)
Budapest Silent Book Club #109 — (FSZEK, Boulevard Library)
Hello everyone, Take a break from your week, make progress on your reading in good company, then join a relaxed chat about what everyone's been reading. **Schedule** 10:30 \- 11:00 \| Arrival & Introduction round 11:00 \- 12:00 \| Silent Reading Hour 12:00 \- 13:00 \| Chat & Discussion **The After-Event** ☕ The trial was a success, so it's officially a thing! After the session, we’ll head over to Zaj kávézó for some tea, coffee, cookies, and sandwiches. Feel free to stick around and join us to keep the conversation going! **Location** Metropolitan Ervin Szabo Public Library, Boulevard Library It will take place in the event room. After you enter the library, turn right, cross the lounge, and go down the stairs at the far end. If you bring snacks, you can have them in the lounge area. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, you're welcome. See you there! **[Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/people/Budapest-Silent-Book-Club/61567388151835)** (previous books read in sessions) **[Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)**[ ](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)(monthly book club voting) **[Silent Book Club](https://silentbook.club/pages/about-us)** (the idea itself, where did it come from?) This is a free event, but Meetup has its own fee. If you'd like to contribute and help keep this going, you're welcome to donate [via Revolut](https://revolut.me/schmidtpeter), every bit helps! (we keep track of all donations in this [spreadsheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1C_N9CN_pQO5aUYezqzQW4GS7pr8IfplchwG8-ruZ19g/edit?usp=sharing))
Kerek Perec Filmklub: Magyar Menyegző
Kerek Perec Filmklub: Magyar Menyegző
As the weather looks a bit gloomy next weekend, it’s the perfect time to join us for our very first film club event. We’ll meet at Tabán Art Cinema to watch "Magyar Menyegzők", a truly unique film that stands out as Hungary’s first “folk dance” movie. It features a beautiful soundtrack, stunning traditional costumes, and vibrant dancing that bring the story to life. Set in Transylvania in the late 1970s and early 1980s, the film also offers a glimpse into the political and historical atmosphere of the time, making it not only visually engaging but culturally rich as well. After the screening, we’ll head to a nearby coffee shop where, depending on your level, we'll split into smaller groups to chat about the movie, weddings, cinema, and history. The film will be shown with English subtitles, so everyone can enjoy it. The discussions are divided to three levels: complete beginner(A1), foundation(A2) and intermediate(B1) You can purchase your ticket through the Cooltix link, which includes your cinema ticket. If you’re a student under 26 and can verify your student status at the cinema, you’re eligible for a discounted price. You can buy your ticket here which includes the move ticket: https://cooltix.hu/event/69d3f846e2bf211e17b29774 We hope to see many of you there!

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👉AI Vision Board — Turn Vision Into Reality Faster - Lunch Included (Ashburn)
👉AI Vision Board — Turn Vision Into Reality Faster - Lunch Included (Ashburn)
**💻 Reimagine Your Second Half of Life – AI Vision Board Immersive Experience (Ashburn)** ✨ **Early Access Rate: $35 (5-Hour Immersive Experience — Lunch, Coffee & Snacks Included)** 🗓 Saturday\, April 25 \| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM 👥 Limited to 10 participants **“This was such an awesome event! … Once you see that you can’t unsee it. It’s in the making and you will start to discover ways to make that dream materialize.” – Tracy J.** (Comment from January 2026 AI Vision Board session) *** **☀️ Not Just a Vision Board — A Mirror** Midlife isn’t a crisis. It’s your comeback story. This immersive is built around the **R.I.C.H. Quadrant™**: • Relationships — who you let in • Ideal Life — what you actually want • Career/Finance — how you show up • Health — the energy that fuels it all If you’d like a deeper look at the framework, you can preview it here: 🔗 [https://midlifereinvention.co/blog/f/the-rich-quadrant%E2%84%A2-living-with-clarity-in-every-part-of-life](https://midlifereinvention.co/blog/f/the-rich-quadrant%E2%84%A2-living-with-clarity-in-every-part-of-life) **In under 5 minutes, you’ll uncover your values.** And when your vision board is aligned with that truth? It stops being decorative — and starts becoming directional. People often have multiple “aha” moments during this session. Not because it’s dramatic — but because something quietly clicks. *** **🕐 What the Day Feels Like** This isn’t a lecture. It’s structured, but human. It’s focused, but energizing. **Morning —** Identify your core values + 2 priority quadrants. **Midday —** Lunch + intentional networking. **Afternoon —** Complete the remaining 2 quadrants + short coffee reset. *** **💻 Laptop Required — Please Ensure ChatGPT Is Logged In Before Arrival 💻** This workshop moves quickly and works best on a laptop. • **Laptop required** (phones will not work well for this experience. **iPads** may be used, but the experience is significantly smoother on a laptop.) • **ChatGPT account created and fully logged in before arrival** (please bring your login credentials with you; free version is fine) To protect everyone’s experience and keep the session on schedule, ***we cannot pause for account setup***. Please arrive fully prepared. If you need help setting up ChatGPT in advance, message me after RSVP. *** **🧠 What You’ll Walk Away With** • Clarity on which area of life needs alignment • A personalized AI-powered vision board • Defined 3, 6, and 12-month direction • Better prompts to use AI intentionally • Real conversations with people who are building, not drifting *** **🥗 What’s Included** • Full 5-hour guided immersive • Pizza + salad lunch • Coffee + curated snacks • All prompts and digital templates • Small-group collaboration *** **👥 Who This Is For** • Divorced/Separated professionals rebuilding intentionally • Entrepreneurs mapping their next chapter • Adults in a season of reset • People who prefer clarity over vague motivation This is thoughtful work — done in community. *** 📍 Ashburn area (exact address shared after RSVP) 💵 $35 Early Access Rate 👩‍💻 Bring laptop + ChatGPT ready 🔔 These are early-access rates as we expand the format. Future sessions will be priced higher. Space is intentionally limited to 10 to keep this interactive and meaningful. Come design what’s next — with structure, clarity, and a little help from AI. 🌐 [https://midlifereinvention.co](https://midlifereinvention.co)
Happy Hour!!! 🥂
Happy Hour!!! 🥂
What Gen Z Students Wish Parents, Schools, and Churches Would Really Ask!
What Gen Z Students Wish Parents, Schools, and Churches Would Really Ask!
This month at **Taproom Theology**, we’re handing the mic to the people everyone talks *about* but rarely talks *with*: **Gen Z students**. Join us for a candid, eye‑opening panel where local teens and young adults share the real challenges their generation is navigating — from mental health and identity to faith, friendships, pressure, and the future they’re inheriting. But this isn’t just a conversation about struggles. It’s a chance to hear **what they wish parents, churches, and schools understood**, the questions they *want* adults to ask, and the support they’re actually looking for. Expect honesty. Expect surprises. Expect wisdom that doesn’t sound like a lecture — because it’s coming straight from the voices living it every day. Whether you’re a parent, educator, ministry leader, or simply someone who cares about the next generation, this is a rare opportunity to listen, learn, and build bridges across the generational gap. **Come ready to hear. Come ready to rethink. Come ready to understand Gen Z on their own terms.**
Coffee & Catch-up
Coffee & Catch-up
BreadBreakers Community Dinner: Dialogue Over Divisions
BreadBreakers Community Dinner: Dialogue Over Divisions
**In a time of division and isolation, come be part of the community that's rebuilding the town square, one table at a time.** In BreadBreakers, we use the common space of the dining table to have conversations where neighbors can **hear, be heard, and know one another.** If you're hungry for good conversation and deeper community, join us for a Community Dinner in Reston and help blaze the trail to a healthier, more connected society and democracy. Here’s how it works: For just two hours, multiple tables of people set aside the need to "win" and instead focus on sharing, listening, and connecting. Guided by experienced table hosts, we'll tell our stories, try to understand each other, and practice being in community with those with different views or backgrounds. **At this dinner, participants will get to choose between three different topics, including some current events.** Topics range from the political, to the "slice of life", to the spiritual, to the philosophical, to the off-the-wall - but no matter which table you choose to sit at, you can be sure it'll be like no dinner conversation you've had before! You can also **suggest a topic** by emailing us at BreadBreakersInfo@gmail.com. Food will be provided for free. For those who wish to provide a donation to help fund BreadBreakers, you can [give here](https://pushpay.com/g/restorationrestonumc?fnd=pO6G-N7oO7FH7Mp1u-x6mA&fndv=Lock&r=No&lang=en&src=pcgl) or at the event. We'll have vegetarian and gluten-free options available. If you have any additional dietary restrictions (Celiac Disease, vegan, etc.) please let us know at BreadBreakersInfo@gmail.com so that we can implement the appropriate food handling procedures. **Join us, invite a friend, and be a part of the movement to mend our fractured society and normalize a better way of talking with one another.** BreadBreakers, an initiative by [Restoration United Methodist Church](https://restorationreston.org/breadbreakers) in Reston, VA, is a religiously inclusive community. All faiths and all stripes are welcomed. Our leadership, volunteer team, and community include people who attend Restoration and people who don't.
Insight Meditation of Northern Virginia
Insight Meditation of Northern Virginia
**LOCATION CHANGE as of APRIL 1, 2026:** **Body Grace has moved to 133 Maple Avenue East, 3rd Floor, above the Bear Branch Tavern.** Whether you're new to Insight meditation or an advanced practitioner looking for like-minded people to sit with, you're welcome to join us at our Sunday morning drop-in group, sponsored by the Insight Meditation Community of Washington. Insight meditation cultivates our natural wisdom and compassion. Meditation practice develops concentration, which allows us to calm and steady the mind. This class includes a 30-minute lightly-guided meditation, followed by a short talk and time for questions and discussion. The size of the group usually runs somewhere between 25-40 people in-person and between 12-25 online. Chairs are provided, or you may bring a sitting cushion or bench. You may also use the blankets and bolsters offered by the yoga studio. **We offer both in-person and online attendance.** To learn more about our topics and teachers, view our videos or **get the Zoom link**, visit our [class page](https://imcw.org/event/?eventId=735&utm_source=MeetUp&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=vienna-drop-in).
Energizing Walk for Busy People!
Energizing Walk for Busy People!
Join our weekly walking meetup to have fun, maintain a healthy lifestyle, meet new people, and enjoy nature! We meet Saturdays at 10am, by the bike racks and benches 150 feet in front of BUBBLES Hair Salon in Reston, leaving no later than 10:05. Every week we'll walk the Green Trail to Lake Anne Plaza (\~1 mile), pause there for 5-10 minutes (water, bio, and from April-Nov a Farmer's Market), then circle the lake (2 miles) before returning to our starting point. It's roughly 3.5 miles and takes about an hour and a half. Afterwards, some members will often head to a local restaurant to refuel and relax before tackling the rest of the day. This event is open to all ages and fitness levels, and both friends and dogs are always welcome! We recommend dressing for the weather (umbrella, water bottle, snow shoes, hat, etc.) since we'll always walk, rain or shine. By signing up, you accept and assume all risks and responsibilities with this activity, and nobody will be held liable.