Urban Exploration

In this course, we will build on and review the topics from Casino III–V. To join, you should already be familiar with figures such as: **enchufla variations, desplazamientos (saloneo / paseos), Coca-Cola, vacílala**, and similar material. We will continue adding **footwork and arm styling (functional styling)** to enrich your dancing while keeping your movements clear, connected, and functional. ✨ In addition, we will explore how to enrich your dancing with elements from other Cuban dances. You will learn to use your body more consciously and to interpret the music through movement, rhythm, and personal expression — rather than simply connecting one figure after another. Cuban Salsa (Timba) is deeply connected to other Cuban dance and music traditions, such as **Rumba Guaguancó**. We want to show you how to integrate this richness into your dancing and express the music in a more authentic and musical way. 🎶✨ As always, we stay true to our philosophy: 💛 *It’s not the number of figures that makes you a “good dancer” — it’s your communication with your partner and with the music.* If you need more information or are unsure whether this level is right for you, feel free to contact us 😊 📧 [info@puntocubanoberlin.com](mailto:info@puntocubanoberlin.com) 📞 +49 155 100 966 28 **💛 What to Expect from a Free Trial Class** **If you choose to join a free trial class, please note that you will be joining an ongoing course.** **The purpose of the trial class is twofold: it gives you the opportunity to get an impression of us as teachers, our teaching style, and the level of the course, while also giving us the opportunity to get to know you as a dancer.** **We believe that one of the advantages of joining a dance school is being able to trust the teachers' experience and criteria.** **During the trial class, we not only help you decide whether the course feels right for you, but we also assess whether it is the best fit for your current level and learning journey.** **Our goal is not simply to place you in a class, but to help you find your happy place within our dance community — the environment where you can learn most comfortably, progress steadily, and enjoy dancing the most.** **The final decision regarding the level is therefore ultimately ours. If we notice that you are struggling significantly with the material, we may ask you to observe the remainder of the class and recommend a different level instead.** **This is not meant to embarrass you or make you feel uncomfortable. Quite the opposite: it allows us to stay true to our values regarding technique, learning quality, and the comfort of the students who have been learning and progressing in the course over time.** **In the long run, you'll probably be grateful for being placed in the level that supports your growth and enjoyment the most. 😊** **We are very much looking forward to meeting you and dancing with you!** **Yago, Helen, Pamela, Marion, Leo & Sylvaan**

Looking for a relaxed way to play table tennis after work? Then feel free to join us! We meet every Thursday from around 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (18:30 - 20:30) at the table tennis tables at Lietzensee. Everyone is welcome – whether you are a beginner, casual player, or experienced. You are also welcome to bring friends along. The focus is on having fun, getting some movement outdoors, and meeting new people. Just show up and join in! ## How we play Usually, we have at least two tables available, as long as they are not already taken. Depending on the number of people and the mood, we either play casual matches, 1-on-1 games across two tables, or small friendly tournaments. This way, there is usually something for everyone. ## Good to know * Everyone is welcome. * Friends and acquaintances are welcome to join. * Please bring your own paddle if possible. * If you don’t have one, no problem – I will bring a few extra paddles that can be borrowed. * The group is loosely organized – feel free to just show up and play. * As we play outdoors, we are dependent on the weather. In case of heavy rain or other unsuitable weather conditions, the event may have to be cancelled. Any updates will be shared via Meetup and the WhatsApp group * To make communication easier, there is a WhatsApp group. It is recommended to join if you plan to attend more regularly. This way we can easily share updates, changes, or spontaneous information. If you no longer want to participate, you can leave the group at any time. If you signed up but cannot make it, please let us know briefly so we can plan accordingly.

\*\*\*DEUTSCHE VERSION UNTEN STEHEND\*\*\* 🌟 Calling all Soulful and Energetic Voices that wanna tell stories! 🌟 Hey there, vibrant souls! 🎤 Are you ready to ignite the stage with your youthful energy and passion for music? Join our electrifying urban pop & musical ensemble, where voices come together in a celebration of song and joy! 🎶 Picture this: a dynamic fusion of historic and contemporary pop, musical hits, and soulful melodies, all brought to life by voices bursting with youthful exuberance! 🎵If you're between 15 and 45 and crave the thrill of harmonizing with fellow music lovers, this is your golden ticket! 🌈 Rehearse with us every Thursday from 7:30-10 pm in the heart of Kreuzberg, and experience the sheer exhilaration of making music with kindred spirits! 💃🕺 So, what are you waiting for? We're on the lookout for singers who bring their prior solo and ensemble experience to the mix – voices that stand out and harmonize seamlessly with the sound of the ensemble. 🌟 Are you ready to add your voice to our chorus of excitement? Send us a private message expressing your interest, vocal range, and any singing experience you bring to the table. Let's turn up the volume on fun and create memorable musical moments together! 🎉 🎶 **Day doesn't fit, too little singing experience, or not in the required age group? No problem!** I conduct several choirs with different profiles: **Shabach! *– the choir not only for shy people*** (https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/shabach-berlin-the-choir-not-only-for-shy-people/) **DEUTSCHE VERISON:** Liebe Nachbarn, wir haben 2023 das neue urbane Pop- & Musical-Ensemble "SHOWTIME!" in Kreuzberg 61 ins Leben gerufen, Altersspanne ca. 15-45 Jahre, in englischer und deutscher Sprache. Wir singen Popsongs, Musicals, und Filmmusik. Das Level ist für Fortgeschrittene und die Sänger\*innen sollten über eine gewisse Gesangserfahrung verfügen. Der Chor probt **jeden Donnerstag von 19:30-22:00 Uhr im Gewölbekeller der Kapelle-am-Urban, Grimmstr. 10, Berlin-Kreuzberg.** Falls es Dich interessiert mitzumachen: Schreib mir bitte vorab Dein Interesse und Deine Stimmgruppe / Erfahrung kurz per Privatnachricht. Danke. **Keine Zeit an dem Tag, zu wenig Gesangserfahrung oder außerhalb der Altersgruppe? Kein Problem!** Ich leite Chöre mit verschiedenen Profilen: **Shabach! *– der Chor nicht nur für Schüchterne*** (https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/shabach-berlin-the-choir-not-only-for-shy-people/)

Join us for a fun evening of meeting new people and enjoying drinks at a local bar! This is a great opportunity to make new connections and socialize in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We’ll be gathering at **Atlantik Bar** from 19:00 onwards. It’s a great spot for beers and exciting conversations in the evenings and during the daytime. The alternative atmosphere can be hard to find in Berlin Mitte, and this is one of the coolest spots in the area. Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your social circle and have a great time. We can’t wait to see you there! 😊 **\*\*How to find us\*\* 😉** 1\. We'll be hard to miss\, as its a small bar and a large group\. 2\. Hosts Magda or Nick will help you find us :\)

Potenzielle Freunde kennenlernen & das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung erfahren. \-\-\-\- **💶 Eintritt: 13-20 Euro (nach eigenen Möglichkeiten)** **🥇 Sichere Dir Deinen Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite)](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/meet-connect-neue-freundschaften-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1985994554173).** . Early-Bird-Tickets erhältlich. . \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Schluss mit Einsamkeit & Langeweile: In angenehmer Atmosphäre Menschen kennenlernen & das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung erfahren.** Menschen mit guten Freunden leben länger, glücklicher & gesünder. Außerdem machen gute Freundschaften einfach Spaß. . Manche sagen: "Es ist schwierig, in Berlin feste Freunde zu finden." Berlin - die Stadt der tausend Möglichkeiten ... das kenne ich auch. Deshalb gibt es diesen Workshop. . . **🚀 Dann machen wir einen Workshop!** 1. Maximal 40 Personen 2. Eine leichte Moderation führt durch den Abend 3. Wir lernen uns kennen und haben Spaß. 4. Wer mag, trifft sich wieder. . Lass Dich überrauschen, wie vertraut es sich nach 3 Stunden anfühlt - als ob man sich schon lange kennt. . . **⏰ Die Tür ist offen ab 18:45 Uhr. Bitte sei pünktlich.** * Der Workshop fängt 19:00 Uhr an. Sei am besten 18.45 Uhr da. * Mantel aufhängen, Platz suchen, auf Toilette gehen, eine Runde schwatzen & los ... * Nach 18:59 Uhr kein Einlass mehr, weil der Workshop begonnen hat. . **🔱 5 Jahre Arbeit - 1 Workshop** Fünf Jahre habe ich geforscht & ausprobiert, wie Menschen Freunde werden & was die Magie der Freundschaft ausmacht. Dieser Abend ist das Ergebnis. . Praxisnahe, schnell umsetzbare Tipps, die Du schnell in den Alltag umsetzen kannst. Kleine Happen Theorie. - Und vor allem: Kennenlernen & Spaß haben. Wir probieren einfach miteinander aus. . Eine Teilnehmerin sagte mal zu mir: "Georg, das Zeug wirkt!" Was soll ich sagen?: "Stimmt. Ich hoffe doch! Dazu ist es da." . Stell Dir vor: Ein Raum voll mit angenehmen Menschen, die Lust auf echte Freundschaften haben. Das gibt es in Berlin. . . **🌞 Weitere Angebote** Freundschaft lebt vom Wiedersehen, vom Kennenlernen und von Tiefe. Deshalb gibt es zahlreiche Angebote bei Abenteuer Freundschaft: Workshops, Wanderungen, Ausflüge, Spaziergänge, Frauen-Abende, Männer-Abende sowie Workshops zu Persönlichkeitentwicklung & Kommunikation. . Für ein gutes Leben mit angenehmen Menchen. Bis es Klick macht & die richtigen Freundschaften entstanden sind. . **🏠 Der Veranstaltungsraum** * Wir haben einen wunderschönen Raum im Prenzlberg - im Life Artist Creators Hub * Gut mit Öffis zu erreichen * Schönhauser Allee (Ringbahn, U2, M1), Eberswalder Straße (U2, M10, M12) * Vor Ort ist alles ausgeschildert. Der Veranstaltungsort ist im Hinterhof. Die Schilder haben ca. A4-Größe. . **🎒 Bring das bitte mit:** * Etwas zu trinken (z.B. deine Wasserflasche, **keinen** Alkohol) * Wenn Du magst: Zettel und Stift für eigene Notizen. * Du solltest satt sein und vorher gegessen haben .. **😲 Ehemalige Teilnehmer/innen:** "Ich hatte Schwierigkeiten in Berlin anzukommen. Früher war es immer easy, hier viel es mir schwer Freunde zu finden. Bei Deiner Veranstaltung haben wir uns kennengelernt. Jetzt sind wir ein Freundeskreis. Ich hätte das nicht mehr geglaubt!" . "Ich bin ein bunter Hund & habe viele Bekannte. Doch wie gute Schritte zu echten Freundschaften macht, das hast Du mir gezeigt." . "Ich war nervös, ob ich wirklich kommen soll. Was sind da für Leute? Mit wem verstehe ich mich? Nach einer halben Stunde war mir klar: Gute Freunde sind gleich. Ich muss mich nicht mit jedem verstehen. Allein für die Methoden hat es sich gelohnt. Dankeschön!" . "So schnell im Deep Talk miteinander. Interessant! Das hat Spaß gemacht." . **👋🏽 Get in touch & stay in touch:** . **✈ Telegram-Kanal: [t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft](http://t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft)** für Events, Workshops & Neuste Erkenntnisse aus der Freundschaftsforschung (Überschriften) . **✉ Freundschafts-Newsletter:** [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter) Alle 4 Wochen das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung. Oft schreibe ich seltener, nämlich nur dann, wenn es wirklich etwas zu berichten gibt. . **🔥 6 Zutaten großartiger Freundschaften** Seit 2020 forsche ich, was echte Freundschaften ausmacht. "Die 6 Zutaten großartiger Freundschaften" sind mein bestes Zwischenergebnis. Du erhältst das eBook kostenlos mit dem Newsletter: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter) . **🎭 Meet-Up-Gruppe:** [https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/](https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/) Hier bist Du schon: Workshops, Spaziergänge, Wanderungen, Treffen, Eislaufen, Eisbaden, Männer-Abende, Freundinnen-Workshops, Sonntagsausflüge . 🌎 **Mehr über mich und Abenteuer Freundschaft:** Meine Webseite mit viel Freundschafts-Wissen: [www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de](http://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de) . **🚀 Einige Highlights zum Freundschafts-Wissen:** * [Welche Freunde passen zu mir?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/welche-freunde) * [Wie schnell entsteht Freundschaft?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/wie-schnell-entsteht-freundschaft) * [Wie viele Freunde braucht man? Wie viele Freunde sollte man haben?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/wie-viele-freunde)

📅 Every Thursday 🕠 5:30–6:30 PM 📍 In front of Sveda · Schwedter Str. 79, 10437 Berlin ☀️ Outdoor class — only in good weather conditions! Please contact us before joining so we can confirm that the class is taking place. ✨ Curious about Salsa Cubana? This is a relaxed and beginner-friendly opportunity to take your first steps, meet new people, and discover the joy of partner dancing. 💛 Our philosophy: It’s not the number of figures that makes you a “good dancer” — it’s your communication with your partner and with the music. 📧 [info@puntocubanoberlin.com](mailto:info@puntocubanoberlin.com) 📞 +49 155 100 966 28

Join us for a 6-7 km run. We start at Espresso House at Oranienburger Tor station and run towards and along the river. We turn back after about 3.5km. We will be at a steady pace between 6 and 6.30 minutes per km. 🥳 We will stand in front of the Espresso House, opposite of Medios Apotheke. We will leave at 7am sharp so please be there on time. Liability: By signing up for this event and participating at this Workout you accept that applicable by law the organizer will not be liable for any damages or injuries arising out of your participation.

***Join us on this hike along rolling hills and historic towers that won the vote for “East-Germany’s Best Hiking Trail in 2021”: Spectacular view.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/four-towers-28jun2026](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/four-towers-28jun2026) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** Everything around Berlin seems as flat as a pancake. With one exception: The glacial hill landscape along the Oder riverscape. On our hike along “Gipfelstürmer” we explore this enchanting region in a unique way. **WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?** The trail won the award for “East-Germany’s Best Hiking Trail” in 2021 – for good reasons: With 17.5 km of ups and downs this summit tour is a great challenge and offers numerous highlights along the way: * **Watzmann & Gloomy Gorge:** This tiny mountain that takes its name from its big brother in the alps offers a large summit cross and a good place for a seated break. Afterwards, we will climb down the scenic “Düstere Klamm” gorge. * **Observation towers:** Four historic observation towers, each with a unique architecture, line our way. They can be climbed and offer spectacular views across the Oder valley all the way to Poland. * **Teufelssee:** The dark forest lake has a magical atmosphere and is the perfect place for a picnic. To relax from climbing, jump in the lake or take a cold foot bath in the nearby stream. From the lake, a delightful loop leads to the edge of the forest and back through lofty heights. * **Thuringia View:** This hill offers a fantastic view into the open landscape, including the two ship lifts that you can see on the horizon. With its seating and the pavilion, the square offers a nice place to picnic and relax. **TRIP DETAILS** **Meeting Location and Time:** * **Option A – Joining from Berlin:** Meet in Berlin Central Train Station (Berlin Hbf) at 9:00 am. **Note:** Exact platform to be advised the day before event in the WhatsApp group for this trip. Please advise if you do not have WhatsApp and can make alternate arrangement to keep you in the loop. * **Option B – Joining at Falkenberg:** Meet outside Falkenberg (Mark) Train Station at 10:25 am. **Finishing Location and Time:** * **Option A** **– Finishing in** Berlin Central Train Station (Berlin Hbf) at 7:30pm. * **Option B – Finishing in** Bad Freienwalde Train Station at 6:00 pm. **Hiking Distance:** 17.5 km walking, elevation gain/loss of 800 m (incl. climbing the towers, i.e. you can take a break & skip one of the towers if 900m is too much for you). **Hiking Difficulty:** Intermediate – Hiking at a moderate pace on well-marked but sometimes steep paths, significant overall distance, sure-footedness & good fitness required. **What is Included?** * Community Leader & Guide for the entire duration. **Note:** English is the main language spoken on this trip. * All public transportation for the entire trip starting from the meeting location to the finishing location (based on your ticket selection). * Access to Google photos album dedicated for this event. * Access to WhatsApp group dedicated for this event where you can chat with other participants. * **Note:** Email us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp & we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication. **Other Things of Note & Items to pack:** Weather is temperament and can vary between raining & sunny weather. Would recommend the following at a minimum: * Packed lunch for break during hike * Suitable footwear for hike (hiking shoes if possible, else any other good shoes) * Rain jackets * Rain trousers * Hiking Shoes * Suitable day pack * Sun protection **WHAT IS THE PLAN?** **9:00 am:** Meet in Berlin Central Train Station. **9:15 am:** Catch train for Falkenberg, starting with RE 3 heading towards Stralsund (get off at Eberswalde Hbf). **10:25 am:** Arrive in Falkenberg (Mark) Train Station & start hiking. **1:00 pm:** Take a break for lunch. **4:30 pm:** Finish hike & arrive in Bad Freienwalde (Oder) town and head to a place to eat. **6:00 pm:** Arrive in Bad Freienwalde (Oder) Train Station. **6:18 pm:** Catch train for Berlin, starting with RB60 to Eberswalde Hbf (get off at Eberswalde as well). **7:30 pm:** Arrive in Berlin Hbf. **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES:** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

***Join us this Friday evening for an intimate musical journey through Morocco, Andalusia, memory, and improvisation.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS EVENT?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/an-evening-of-piano-memory-improvisation](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/an-evening-of-piano-memory-improvisation) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** Join us this Friday evening for an intimate musical journey through Morocco, Andalusia, memory, and improvisation. **Moroccan Songs — Solo Piano by Amine Mesnaoui** 📅 Friday, 26 June 2026 🕗 20:00 📍 Gallery Under The Mango Tree [Merseburger Straße 14, 10823 Berlin](https://share.google/WS7wqXspE1giqVjR2 "https://share.google/WS7wqXspE1giqVjR2") **Contact:** Abhinav - +49 1719577704 Step into a unique musical world created by Moroccan-Berlin based pianist **Amine Mesnaoui**. Drawing inspiration from traditional Moroccan melodies, Andalusian influences, and songs from the early 20th century, Mesnaoui transforms these musical traditions into a deeply personal language for solo piano—minimalist, atmospheric, and rich in subtle rhythm. His music moves between memory, variation and improvisation, creating poetic soundscapes filled with quiet intensity and emotional depth. **✨ Performed at:** • Piano City Milano • Istanbul • Palermo • Toca'm Piano Festival (Spain) **Expect an evening of:** 🎹 Beautiful solo piano 🌙 Atmospheric melodies 🇲🇦 Moroccan musical heritage ✨ Contemporary improvisation 🍃 An intimate summer evening in one of Berlin's most charming cultural spaces A perfect cultural escape before Berlin settles into the full heat of summer. Limited seating recommended. See you under the mango tree. 🌿 **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

Let's enjoy the warm weather and treat ourselves with a walk in the nature! We will have a 10 km walk in one of my favorite area in Berlin - Wannsee. We will walk along Düppler forest and then along the Wannsee, enjoying views of the biggest beach in Berlin, Pfaueninsel Island and the famous lion monument. Towards the end of the hike, we’ll make a stop to enjoy the sunset (you can also go for a swim in the lake if you like). **Organisation fee is 1 euro** (on site, in cash) We will meet at S-Bahnhof Wannsee (when you arrive, take exit to Kronprinzessinnenweg, I will wait for you outside).

Looking for a fun, energizing way to move your body and meet new people? Join us for a Silent Disco Hip Hop Dance Workout a unique experience that combines music, movement, and connection 🎧💃 ✨ What to expect: • Fun icebreaker games to get to know each other • A full-body Hip Hop dance workout (beginner-friendly) • Learn cool dance move with silent disco experience • Spark Connections over a fun time We’ll kick things off with fun, easy icebreaker games to get to know each other. Then enjoy a 1-hour guided silent disco dance workout (with your own Bluetooth headphones) with dance music and simple moves. No experience needed! Come solo or with a friend, you’ll leave feeling energized, uplifted, and connected 💫 👉 Join the WhatsApp group to connect before the event: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GaUmXBIg1oy4BtYgxuxEsu?mode=gi_t ✅ Join us thru Urban Sports Club: https://www.urbansportsclub.com/en/activities?class=100824161 💖Or use my referral for ClassPass below for 2 weeks free trail here: https://classpass.com/refer/DQFTD9GU8?placement=OnDemand 📸 Check our vibes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkevents_510

Travel dates: 9th -14th July Event details are here : [https://meetbytravel.com/viewevent/00000115](https://meetbytravel.com/viewevent/00000115) 🏖️ A perfect mix of relaxed coastal vacation and adventure , where you spend your days hiking between colorful seaside villages, swimming in the Mediterranean, exploring Italian towns, and slowing down with sunsets, good food, and beachside evenings 🇮🇹🌊🥾🍋

Join us for a relaxed Friday evening in Treptower Park with chess boards, frisbees and good company. Bring a blanket, something to drink, something to share if you'd like, chess board and frisbee if you have and spend the evening however you prefer. Play a game of chess, throw a frisbee around, chat with new people, enjoy the sunset — or simply do a little bit of everything. As always, there's no pressure and no agenda beyond spending a pleasant summer evening outdoors together. Orga The meetup will only take place when the weather is good. Please keep an eye on notifications. Please don’t forget to bring your chess boards, frisbees, blankets and maybe drinks or snacks. This meetup is donation based. Your contribution helps keep this community alive and is highly appreciated. You can either contribute in cash or via Buy me a Coffee: [https://buymeacoffee.com/butterflyradar](https://buymeacoffee.com/butterflyradar) 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/)

Hi everyone! This time, in addition to lakes and forests, we'll explore some of the area's most beautiful architecture and cultural landmarks: Glienicke Palace, Babelsberg Palace, and the famous Glienicke Bridge, where spies were exchanged during the Cold War. We'll start at Glienicke Palace and take some time to admire the grounds before crossing the bridge into Potsdam. From there, we'll continue through the Neuer Garten along Heiliger See, then make our way through parts of Potsdam to reach the Staudengarten on Freundschaftsinsel (Friendship Island – a fitting destination for a hiking group!). After crossing the Havel once again, we'll follow the riverside towards Babelsberg Palace. From Babelsberg, we'll head to Klein Glienicke, an intriguing historical site with a unique Cold War history, before returning to Glienicke Palace. From there, we'll take a bus back towards Potsdam or Wannsee and make our way back to Berlin. The hike is approximately 12 km long and should take around 3 hours, depending on how much time we spend exploring the palaces and their surroundings. We will meet at 10:10 AM on the S1/S2 platform (lower level) at Friedrichstraße station and take the next S1 train towards Wannsee. From Wannsee, we'll continue by bus to Glienicke Palace. Please bring enough water, snacks, and anything else you might need for a comfortable walk. We'll likely have opportunities to sit in a park and enjoy the views of the Havel, the palaces, and the surrounding landscape. I'll be wearing a pink cap, so keep an eye out for a tall person in a pink cap! See you on the trail! Check out our Instagram: @queerhikesberlin

Join the Introverts of Columbus at Quarry Trails Metro Park for an afternoon walk in the Park. We'll meet near the parking lot area for about 15 minutes before heading out to chat and hike through the metro park. This will be a casually paced walk to allow people to get to know each other, and enjoy nature at the same time. 🚨🚨 Please note that there are multiple parking areas for the Quarry Trails Park, and please note the address in the event to get to the correct starting area! 🚨🚨

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Grandview Grind](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534163841)!

Let’s meet and discuss John Updike's Rabbit, Run, the first in his series of four novels following the life, hopes, and disappointments of former local basketball star, Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, as he fitfully confronts and evades adulthood.

At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment. Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.

Let’s check out this Mediterranean restaurant in Clintonville. Parking is the back or on the side streets. Check out the menu; https://allorakitchenbar.com/dinner/

The ultimate Thursday night out is back. Join us for BAM Thursdays (Bar, Art, and Music) at the Columbus Museum of Art. Live music, great art, delicious bites, vendors and fresh cocktails in the garden space. Limited seating is also available inside Schokko Café (yummy sharable plates). **FEE:** BAM Thursday evenings offer **FREE general admission** from 5:00–9:00 PM. See what’s on view [here](https://www.columbusmuseum.org/art-exhibitions/on-view-now/) (special exhibits are $5.00 fee). **TOUR**: I'll lead a tour of the main museum from 6:30pm til 7pm. FREE **PARKING** behind the museum is $7.00. Nearby parking a little cheaper. **SEATING**: *Tables are available on a first come first serve basis for dining. In the event of inclement weather, BAM Thursdays will move inside to the atrium.* **DRESS**: Summer dressy casual