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Neurodivergent Creative Sharing Circle (Arts & Craft Meetup)
Join us for a creative gathering for neurodivergent people, including those with autism, ADHD, AuDHD, dyslexia, and similar neurodivergences. This meetup is a chance to make friends, chat, and enjoy arts and crafts with other neurodivergent individuals.
**Activities include:**
* Clay work
* Abstract painting
* Finger painting
* Creative journaling
* Doodling and more
Each session offers different activities, with some focused on one project and others on exploring multiple creative outlets.
We will provide some arts and crafts equipments but feel free to bring your own arts and craft tools if you want to do your own project.
**The event is free and there will be no donation box at the event, but your support is very much welcomed Donation Link: [Ko-fi](https://ko-fi.com/neurodivergentberlin)**
**Where:** PopUp Gruppenraum 2 at Amerika Gedenkbibliothek
**Facilitators:**
Agnieszka Błaszczak (Aga), a multimedia artist, and Sheila (along with other occasional facilitators).
**Important Notes:**
* If you can’t attend, please edit your RSVP to give the spot to others people.
* The community is run by neurodivergent volunteers, so please help us create a positive experience.
* Bring sensory tools (headphones, stimming toys, etc.), and we will have some available.
* A quiet corner will be provided for breaks.
* This event is for late-diagnosed adults (18+). For children’s events, a parent or guardian must be present.
See you there!
German Sprachcafé at Denizen! From A1 to B2 *Read Description
**Hi everyone!**
We’ll now be meeting twice a week at Denizen House (Köpenicker Str. 40, 10179 Berlin), on **Mondays and Wednesdays**!
* **Mondays:** levels A1 to B2
* **Wednesdays:** levels B1 to C1
We work with dedicated materials tailored to each level, so everyone will have a place to practice and improve.
**Event schedule**
* **18:00 – 18:30** Arrival and registration
* **18:30 – 19:50** Sprachcafé
* **19:50 – 20:00** End and clean up
Please be aware that the moderated event starts at **18:30**. Before this time, we are busy setting up the space.
Registrations usually take place around **18:15 / 18:20**.
Participants are kindly asked **not to arrive too far in advance** at the house.
If someone arrives much earlier, Denizen may ask them to pay either for a drink (consumption) or for a **day pass**, as the space is a co-working environment during the day. **Please remember, our event is only happening from 18:00 to 20:00**
**How the Sprachcafé works**
We use different materials to help participants gain confidence in German. Together with whiteboards and our volunteers, the Sprachcafé is based on **interactive conversations** in small groups.
**Participation fee**
The Sprachcafé has a **participation fee of 5 €**, which helps cover organizational costs and **includes one soft drink for free**.
Tickets can be purchased directly on the day of the event, card and cash payments are accepted.
As the Sprachcafé has become very popular, we now need to **limit the number of participants**. Please understand this measure; it ensures that everyone has a comfortable space to practice.
We kindly ask you to be **rücksichtsvoll** and only RSVP “Yes” if you are certain you can attend.
If your plans change at the last minute, please update your RSVP so someone on the waiting list can take your spot.
Getting your ticket early can help secure your place.
**Please note**
Our event will begin **promptly** at the scheduled start time.
If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee your participation, even if you have a ticket or have RSVP’d.
We encourage all guests to arrive on time to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
**About Denizen**
Denizen is a new-style co-working space focused on being an integral part of local communities.
Located on the ground floor of the historic Eiswerk on Köpenicker Straße in Kreuzberg, Denizen House is a communal place providing work, refreshment, and recreational facilities throughout the day. Think of it as a living room for the neighborhood.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to let me know.
If you’d like to contribute to this night, send me a message!
Ich freue mich schon!
Grüße,
**Nacho**
Rhetorik Training - Mut und Rede Toastmasters Neukölln
Liebe Freunde des gesprochenen Wortes,
Ob es darum geht, ein Meeting zu leiten oder im Familienkreis einen Toast auszusprechen – diese Situation vor Menschen zu stehen und etwas zu vermitteln kennt so gut wie jeder. Wir lernen gemeinsam, dabei gelassen und souverän zu bleiben, wertvolle Informationen zu transportieren und unser Publikum zu begeistern.
**Was macht unseren Club besonders?**
Unser "Mut und Rede" Club trägt nicht umsonst seinen Titel: wir pflegen einen wertschätzenden Umgang miteinander, sodass die Hemmschwelle möglichst gering ist, sich selbst auf die Bühne zu trauen.
**Wie läuft so ein Clubabend ab?**
Es warten vorbereitete Reden auf euch, aber auch ihr habt die Möglichkeit in geschütztem Raum eine spontan improvisierte freie Rede von 1 bis 2 min vor Publikum zu halten. Das klingt vielleicht im ersten Moment etwas abschreckend – aber es ist eine ganz tolle Erfahrung über sich selbst hinauszuwachsen. Und egal was passiert, ihr werdet immer für Euren Mut belohnt. Und es wird auch immer geklatscht.
Wir freuen uns, Euch kennenzulernen!
Hier findest du die genaue Wegbeschreibung:
www.mut-und-rede.de/kontakt#anfahrt
Um besser planen zu können freuen wir uns über vorherige Anmeldung:
kontakt@mut-und-rede.de
https://www.mut-und-rede.de
Es findet grundsätzlich jeder Clubabend statt, auch wenn laut meetup nur wenige Teilnehmer zugesagt haben.
(Foto © Moritz Erdt)
Lasst uns treffen und Deutsch sprechen
Bitte kauft in den Restaurants mindestens einen Artikel, damit wir keinen Ärger mit dem Manager bekommen.
-> Location
Berlin Potsdamer Platz -> The Playce -> Manifesto Markt
Wir sitzen unten oft an den großen runden Tischen vor dem Restaurant Kumpir'a oder an den langen Tischen vor dem Pizza und Pasta Restaurant im Erdgeschoss.
Dieses Treffen ist für:
-Internationale Teilnehmer aus allen Ländern, die auf Deutsch Kontakte knüpfen wollen.
-Deutsch-sprachige, die in netter Gesellschaft anderen helfen wollen, Deutsch zu sprechen, oder nur neue Kontakte knüpfen wollen.
Spezieller Gast - der Sieger im Division Contest Michael Okada
Michael Okada von den Meisterrednern hat beim Division Wettbewerb die beste vorbereitete Rede gehalten.
Wir freuen uns sehr, ihn heute bei uns zu Gast zu haben und seine beeindruckende Rede zu erleben
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Liebe Freunde des gesprochenen Wortes,
Ob es darum geht, ein Meeting zu leiten oder im Familienkreis einen Toast auszusprechen – diese Situation vor Menschen zu stehen und etwas zu vermitteln kennt so gut wie jeder. Wir lernen gemeinsam, dabei gelassen und souverän zu bleiben, wertvolle Informationen zu transportieren und unser Publikum zu begeistern.
**Was macht unseren Club besonders?**
Unser "Mut und Rede" Club trägt nicht umsonst seinen Titel: wir pflegen einen wertschätzenden Umgang miteinander, sodass die Hemmschwelle möglichst gering ist, sich selbst auf die Bühne zu trauen.
**Wie läuft so ein Clubabend ab?**
Es warten vorbereitete Reden auf euch, aber auch ihr habt die Möglichkeit in geschütztem Raum eine spontan improvisierte freie Rede von 1 bis 2 min vor Publikum zu halten. Das klingt vielleicht im ersten Moment etwas abschreckend – aber es ist eine ganz tolle Erfahrung über sich selbst hinauszuwachsen. Und egal was passiert, ihr werdet immer für Euren Mut belohnt. Und es wird auch immer geklatscht.
Wir freuen uns, Euch kennenzulernen!
Hier findest du die genaue Wegbeschreibung:
www.mut-und-rede.de/kontakt#anfahrt
Um besser planen zu können freuen wir uns über vorherige Anmeldung:
kontakt@mut-und-rede.de
https://www.mut-und-rede.de
Es findet grundsätzlich jeder Clubabend statt, auch wenn laut meetup nur wenige Teilnehmer zugesagt haben.
(Foto © Moritz Erdt)
Weirding Practice
**Weirding Practice - Queer Bridges**
with ***Sefa Okutan***
for **LGBTQIA+ Queer Migrants**
**[Free event with registration](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/queer-bridges-monday/w19-2026)**
🔵
The work explores movement and constant transformation shaped by diverse life experiences. It engages a sense of “weirding”; uncertainty, curiosity, and confusion; as a familiar space for queer people with migrant experiences, where unexpected connections can emerge.
The work centers on movement and constant transformation inspired by diverse life experiences. Within this process, a sense of “*weirding”,* uncertainty, confusion, curiosity; may emerge. This sensation is not unfamiliar to queer people with lived migrant experiences; rather, it can become a point of intersection where unexpected situations and connections appear.
Participants are invited to play with movement research scores that explore this ongoing sense of weirding, allowing dance to gradually emerge.
Drawing on performative elements of drag as well as embodied experiences and sensory memory, we will create **Performing Artifacts** (accumulations of movement research that take on a tangible and reusable form).
**Queer Bridges: Forging connections and providing resources for LGBTQIA+ people with experiences of migration and/or displacement.**
Queer people with experiences of migration and/or displacement in Berlin often face unique challenges in their daily lives that can limit their access to supportive communities and inclusive environments.
With the support of the **Deutsche Fernsehlotterie Stiftung**, we have developed the Queer Bridges program to overcome these barriers. We provide resources, networking and support in a welcoming environment for queer immigrants and refugees through our special program. Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging to the local LGBTQIA+ community, enabling smooth integration and an improved quality of life for queer folks with experiences of migration and/or displacement.
✅ Our **Queer Bridges** program will continue to evolve and we are always happy to hear about your needs. If you are interested, you can send us an e-mail to stay informed about further updates.
**General Information**
**Participants**: This workshop is for all who identify as LGBTQ+ and have experienced migration and/or displacement. If you don’t share these experiences but are interested in joining please reach out to us first to see if space is available. We ask that all participants respect the program’s core focus and contribute to fostering an open respectful space.
**Registration**: This event has limited spots available. Registration through our website is therefore required.
**Language**: English
**Cost:** The event is free of charge.
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**Weirding Practice- Queer Bridges**
mit ***Sefa Okutan***
fur **LGBTQIA+ Queere Migranten**
##### Kostenlos mit[ Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/queer-bridges-monday/w19-2026/)
Die Arbeit erforscht Bewegung und ständige Transformation, geprägt von vielfältigen Lebenserfahrungen. Ein Gefühl des „Weirding“; Unsicherheit, Neugier und Verwirrung; wird als vertrauter Raum für queere Menschen mit Migrationserfahrungen verstanden, in dem unerwartete Verbindungen entstehen können.
Die Teilnehmenden experimentieren mit Bewegungsscores und lassen Tanz organisch entstehen. Ausgehend von Drag, verkörpertem Wissen und sensorischer Erinnerung entwickeln sie Performing Artifacts; greifbare, wiederverwendbare Formen von Bewegungsforschung.
Ausgehend von performativen Elementen des Drag sowie verkörperten Erfahrungen und sensorischen Erinnerungen werden wir Performing Artifacts schaffen (Akkumulationen von Bewegungsforschung, die eine greifbare und wiederverwendbare Form annehmen).
**Queer Bridges: Verbindungen schaffen und Ressourcen für LGBTQIA+ Menschen mit Migrationserfahrung bereitstellen.**
Queere Menschen mit Migrationserfahrung in Berlin sehen sich in ihrem täglichen Leben oft mit besonderen Herausforderungen konfrontiert, die ihren Zugang zu unterstützenden Gemeinschaften und integrativen Umgebungen einschränken können.
Mit Unterstützung der **Deutschen Fernsehlotterie Stiftung**, haben wir das Programm Queer Bridges entwickelt, um diese Hürden zu überwinden. Wir bieten Ressourcen, Vernetzung und Unterstützung in einem einladenden Umfeld für queere Migrant\*innen und Geflüchtete durch unser spezielles Programm. Unser Ziel ist es, ein Gefühl der Zugehörigkeit zur lokalen LGBTQIA+ Community zu fördern und damit eine reibungslose Integration sowie eine verbesserte Lebensqualität für queere Menschen mit Migrations- und/oder Fluchterfahrung zu ermöglichen.
✅ Unser **Queer Bridges** Programm wird sich stetig weiter entwickeln und wir freuen uns auch jederzeit von Euren Bedarfen zu hören. Bei Interesse könnt ihr uns eine E-Mail schicken, um über weitere Aktualisierungen informiert zu bleiben.
**Hinweise**
**Teilnehmende**: Dieser Workshop richtet sich an alle, die sich als LGBTQIA+ identifizieren und Migrations- und/oder Fluchterfahrung erlebt haben. Wenn ihr diese Erfahrungen nicht teilt, aber dennoch an einer Teilnahme interessiert seid, meldet euch bitte zuerst bei uns, um zu klären, ob ein Platz frei ist. Wir bitten alle Teilnehmenden, den Schwerpunkt des Programms zu respektieren und dazu beizutragen, einen offenen, respektvollen Raum zu schaffen.
**Anmeldung**: Für dieses Event stehen begrenzte Plätze zur Verfügung. Eine Registrierung über unsere Website ist daher erforderlich.
**Sprache**: Englisch
**Kosten**: Die Teilnahme ist kostenlos.
New in Berlin: May We Begin – Social Butterfly Club 🦋
May has a way of making the city feel more possible.
The evenings get longer, parks turn into living rooms, and even Mondays carry a little weekend energy. This Social Butterfly Club meetup is for new connections, spontaneous conversations, and starting the week with people instead of postponing life.
A soft invitation to arrive in Berlin — or in your own life here — a little more fully.
Because sometimes a good week begins with one unexpected conversation.
✨ Suggested Ice Breaker Question:
“What’s something in Berlin you’ve been wanting to try, but haven’t yet?”
Orga
The location accepts only card payments. We will be sitting in the first room.
Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs:
[https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/)
Meet your host
I’m Julia — a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect.
Insta [https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/)
LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/)
About
The Social Butterfly Club 🦋 is a Berlin-based community that has been bringing people together for over three years. Each gathering is part of a larger framework designed to help friendships grow through shared experiences in the city — with a long-term vision of turning Berlin itself into a shared, playful experience.
Love the vibe?
There’s a whole community waiting for you.
🦋 Join the Social Butterfly Club and experience Berlin together
[https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/)
University Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
ACX Spring Meetups Everywhere 2026
Let's meet for the [ACX Spring Meetups Everywhere 2026](https://www.astralcodexten.com/p/meetups-everywhere-spring-2026-times) in the Humboldthain!
This will likely be a big meetup, as it was announced by Scott on ACX. From experience, I expect 25–50 attendees.
Humboldthain is good to reach by public transport; the next train stops are S+U Gesundbrunnen and S Humboldthain.
If you’re reading this, you’re invited. Please don’t feel like you "won't be welcome" just because you’re new to the blog, demographically different from the average reader, or hate ACX and everything it stands for. You'll be fine!
I'll buy some snacks; feel free to bring something to share as well. There are also many restaurants around if you get hungry.
Location: Big lawn at the center of Humboldthain — [https://plus.codes/9F4MG9WP+36](https://plus.codes/9F4MG9WP+36)
Contact: Reply to this event, message me here on Meetup, or join the Telegram group below.
Next public toilet: [https://g.co/kgs/bp9nGd](https://g.co/kgs/bp9nGd)
Group Link: [https://t.me/+tVWSc66-0UM5MzA6](https://t.me/+tVWSc66-0UM5MzA6)
Neurodivergent Creative Tuesdays
* **NEW IG ACCOUNT: [@neurocrafting.berlin](https://www.instagram.com/neurocrafting.berlin?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ\*:・゚✧**
Calling all neurodivergent individuals! Are you tired of starting hobbies that you never seem to finish? Join us for an evening of guilt-free creativity where there is absolutely no pressure to complete anything.
This event is designed to be a safe space where you can freely express your creativity without fear of judgment or criticism.
We will have a variety of crafting supplies available including paint, yarn, crochet needles, beads, coloring books, origami paper, markers... However, feel free to bring your own supplies or current projects if you'd like to work on something specific.
**There is a donation of a minimum of 4-5 euros to cover the materials and space.** In case you wish to pay via paypal: neurocrafting.berlin@gmail.com
Discussion philosophie & politique 🌟
Salut les amis,
Nous vous invitons pour notre prochaine discussion **le mercredi à 19h00**, **au Dussmann KulturCafé**, au 2e étage de Dussmann das KulturKaufhaus Berlin, Friedrichstraße 90, 10117 Berlin. Nous espérons voir de nombreux nouveaux visages et avoir une discussion animée et inspirante !
✨ **Au programme ?** Des échanges captivants sur des sujets de **philosophie** et de **société** qui nous intriguent et nous passionnent. Une belle occasion de partager nos idées, découvrir d’autres points de vue et apprendre ensemble dans une ambiance conviviale.
**Niveau de français** : Idéalement, il vous permet de participer à une discussion intellectuelle sans trop de difficultés !
**Lieu** : Friedrichstraße 90, 10117 Berlin
À bientôt! 😊
Food Security: Talks, Networking & Demos
This meetup hosted by **Venture Cafe Berlin** focuses on **Food Security**— exploring how innovation in foodtech can help Europe to build geopolitical resilience.
This event gives the foodtech and startup ecosystem a much-needed macro lens, reframing innovation not just as a market opportunity but as a strategic lever for Europe’s resilience, sovereignty, and long-term geopolitical stability. This event is prepared in cooperation with Food Hack.
Join **founders, investors, ecosystem builders, and curious minds** for open conversations, practical insights, and meaningful connections.
**What to expect:**
* **Info & Demo Tables (5:00–8:00 PM):** Discover startups, technologies, and ecosystem initiatives.
* **Mentor Hours:** Guidance on public affairs, regulation, and government relations for startups.
* **Workshops & Talks:**
* *Outliving Your Diet: How Metabolic Flexibility and Protein Intake Drive Human Healthspan*
* *Can innovation in foodtech help Europe to build geopolitical resilience?*
* **Networking & Beats:** Meet fellow innovators, exchange ideas, and connect in a relaxed atmosphere.
Come learn, share, and connect with the **Berlin tech community**.
More info and speakers here: https://community.venturecafeberlin.org/events/55
*Note: To avoid queue at the door you can pre-register for check-in on the above link.*
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For the latest Berlin Tech News, Events & Jobs head to **[techinberlin.com](https://www.techinberlin.com/)**
🎲 Neurodivergent Board & Card Game Meetup 🎲
**Join us for an afternoon of board games/card games, connection, and fun!**
Location: Zwischenraume, formerly Curious Fabrications https://maps.app.goo.gl/v8tCPcZugTmRq8HN8
Whether you're a seasoned player or completely new to playing games, you're welcome here. We’ll teach you some of our favorites, or you can bring your own game and introduce it to others.
**📖 What to Expect**
* We’re passionate about board games and excited to share them with you!
* No experience needed - we'll decide spontaneously which games we'll play depending on the games you bring and then guide you through the rules of games.
We are **happy to help you choose a game** that suits you best. Some games are cooperative, while others are competitive—so there’s something for everyone!
If you'd like, bring your own board or card game! Just be prepared to explain the rules to new players.
We'll also have an extra silent room for noise sensitive people since some games can be very loud. 🔊
Arriving late? No problem! You may be able to join a game right away or there might be a short wait.
📖 **Event Guidelines**
❤ **Be kind and respectful**—we’re creating a safe and welcoming space together.
🧩 **Bring anything that helps you feel comfortable** (noise-canceling headphones, fidget toys, etc.).
☕ Since we’re meeting at a café, **please support the venue by ordering a snack or drink. Outside drinks or snacks are not permitted.**
📖 **Limited Spots & RSVPs**
To keep the event enjoyable for everyone, we have a limited number of spaces available. If you RSVP and can no longer make it, please update your RSVP as soon as possible so someone else can take your spot. This helps us plan games and ensure everyone has a great time!
Come as you are and enjoy a space where you can have fun, experience games, and connect with other neurodivergent folks.
**We can’t wait to meet you!**
Is there no alternative to capitalism?
**Please note that we invite people through different channels, so there are more attendees than you can see here :)**
What do we think about capitalism in 2026? Do we see it as the only system that has ever worked — or as the root cause of all our problems?
And let’s dare to think beyond the current system: What might a good and realistic system look like in the future? Would it be capitalism with some adjustments or a totally different system?
In this discussion, we’ll quickly look at some of the most prominent perspectives on capitalism — and then discuss what realistic and desirable alternatives might look like.
This event is part of the series The Discussion Experiment in which we try out new methods for more focused and meaningful discussions.
This time we’re guests at the Schöneberg Central Library. Find out more in the FAQ below and join us!
**This is a free event.**
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**FAQ**
***What can I expect from this event?***
Each event is an experiment, so it’s hard to predict exactly how it will unfold or feel.
We aim to create a relaxed and thought-provoking atmosphere in which we explore various aspects and perspectives of the topic together.
At the start of the discussion, we’ll introduce some special rules designed to make the conversation slower, but also more focused and clear.
***Who is this event for?***
This event is for anyone who is interested in the topic and/or the concept.
We want to create a space where people of all ages, identities and backgrounds feel welcome.
You don’t need to prepare anything, have strong opinions, or be extroverted to participate.
***Do I need to actively participate, or can I just listen?***
It’s completely fine to just listen. You can decide for yourself at any time how active you want to be, and apart from a brief round of introductions, you won’t be asked to say anything.
There may however be small group phases — short sections where all participants discuss in groups of 2–3 people. You’re not required to take part in these and can use the time for a break instead.
***How long does the event last?***
The event lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours.
***Is the venue wheelchair accessible?***
Yes. This event takes place at the Schöneberg Central Library, which is wheelchair accessible.
Unfortunately this isn’t always the case, as we host events at various locations. We therefore recommend always checking the FAQs before attending.
***What is the "Discussion Experiment"?***
The Discussion Experiment is an ongoing event series in which we continuously test methods that enable meaningful and inspiring group conversations.
Among other things, we experiment with techniques that slow down discussions, promote clarity and help participants feel better heard.
This event is one of four discussions we’re hosting at the Schöneberg Central Library. All events are free and open to everyone — we warmly invite you to join us.
You can find more information on our homepage.
Berlin Sprachcafé. Learn and practise German easily (A1-A2)
The Language Café is primarily aimed at people who are struggling with their mental health which can make it hard to go to regular courses. We want to create a safe space for everyone to learn and practise without pressure. Everyone is welcome! Please try to be on time so we can all get started together :)
We mainly practise on a beginner/lower intermediate level and adapt to everyone's prior level of German.
The Language Café will focus on teaching you the most important words and phrases and basic grammar in German. The content of the course is adapted to real life. (everyday life in Germany, dealing with authorities, etc.) We will cover different topics every week and you can join us anytime, since the topics do not necessarily build on each other.
The Sprachcafé is for free.
\*If you cannot make it please cancel your participation so someone else from the waiting list can join, thank you!\*
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Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches.
* **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason.
* **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes.
## Discussion Questions
1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie.
2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?**
3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome?
4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend?
5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles?
6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way?
7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time?
8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?
French conversation club
Bienvenue! Columbus French Conversation group invites you to our Saturday morning French conversation club. Expect a casual and welcoming atmosphere in which to learn french! I will bring my laptop so we can look up new vocabulary as needed! The venue is a beautiful French restaurant so you can really get into the zone :)
CSE 5912: Game Design and Development class showcase
Come out and test our games. Our CSE 5912: Game Design and Development class is showing off their latest games. Come and play test and mingle.
Where: Game Arena,
Date: Monday, May 4, 2026
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Here are two of their video trailers:
[https://youtu.be/t_kZYI5zMQc](https://youtu.be/t_kZYI5zMQc)
[https://youtu.be/iO_27fD1lj0](https://youtu.be/iO_27fD1lj0)
Version Control for Unity
This meetup is a beginner-friendly session introducing version control for Unity projects, with a look at three common tools: Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control. The goal is to help you understand what version control is, why it matters for Unity development, and what options are out there.
The format will likely be presentation-style, with live demos and time for questions throughout. You'll see each tool in action and learn how they fit into a Unity workflow.
What to Expect:
* An introduction to version control and why it's essential for Unity projects
* An overview of Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control
* Demos of each tool in a Unity workflow
* Tips for getting started
* No prior version control experience required
* Resources for continued learning
All experience levels are welcome. Whether you're new to version control or already using one of these tools, this session will help you understand what each one offers.
Food and drinks provided. Join us to learn more about version control options for Unity.
CHROMA @CCAD
FREE event
[https://www.ccad.edu/chroma](https://www.ccad.edu/chroma)
Friday, May 15, 3–7 p.m.
CCAD campus, 60 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH
Join Columbus College of Art & Design for *2025* *Chroma: Best of CCAD*, our annual campuswide exhibition showcasing outstanding student work from across the college’s academic programs. This faculty-juried show features select work from CCAD students of all class years, and is a can’t-miss end-of-year campus celebration recognizing their tremendous achievements.
It’ll be a night of fun and entertainment, with interactive games, animation and film screenings, art symposiums, poetry and prose readings, and more (along with some of the best local food trucks). *Chroma* is free and open to all.
Many exhibitions including...
**Game Art & Design:**
**DSB, first floor, Welcome Center lobby and Room 115**
Free In-Person Meeting: Get Over Losses & Betrayals, Build Lasting Relationships
This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships.
Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse.
Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well.
Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship.
Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action?
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: human relationships!
Break free from self imposed limitations
Here we will discuss:
• How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes.
• Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you?
• Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it?
• Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love?
• Fights & arguments - what's really behind them?
• What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others?
• How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change?
• Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them?
• How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about?
• How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career?
Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general.
Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person.
Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life.
We look forward to having you join us!
This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
BeComing Circle Initiates
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Instructor - Crow, HPS
Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange
RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642.
Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online.
Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only
Please come prepared for ritual.
Blessings ~ Crow























