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đ Learn Public Speaking â Every Wednesday - The Center, Potsdamer Platz
An inspiring, high-energy meeting of public speaking, connection, and personal growth in the heart of Berlin.
**Mercury Toastmasters Berlin** invites you to our weekly meeting at our new home at **Das Center, Potsdamer Platz**, in the stunning **Historic Imperial Breakfast Hall**. *Experience the **power of prepared speeches** loaded with bold ideas, participate in our **dynamic Impromptu Session**, and **gain valuable insights** during our feedback segment.*
*Leave with practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed inspiration.*
*Whether you want to speak up at work, boost your presence, or just meet inspiring people, youâll feel at home at Mercury Toastmasters Berlin.*
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**[What to Expect:](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)**
⨠A supportive space to speak, grow, and connect
đ¤ Engaging prepared speeches
⥠Fun, fast-paced impromptu speaking challenges
đŹ Feedback session you can actually use
đ A friendly, international crowd (around 25â30 people)
**Schedule** (times may vary)
â° 19:15 - Doors open & networking
đď¸ 19:30 - Prepared Speeches
đ 20:35 - Impromptu Session (Guest welcome to join)
âŠď¸ 21:00 - Constructive feedback
đŹ 21:30 - Food, drinks & relaxed socializing
**No experience needed.**
***Come curious. Leave energized.***
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**đ¤ [Hear it from our members:](https://maps.app.goo.gl/eRtvR9DRNqU9WZQn7)**
*âYou can sharpen your public speaking skills and gain tons of confidence, while having fun and making new friends. Mercury is well-structured, fun, and affordable.â*
â *Therese Pitt*
*âMercury gave me a safe place to speak, create, and grow. I love the multicultural vibe and supportive community. Itâs the best place to learn and have fun.â*
â *Krisztina Linka*
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**[Did You Know?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)**
Toastmasters is where people go to get better at speakingâand grow into confident communicators and leaders.
Today [Toastmasters ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)has 350,000+ members across 16,000 clubs in 143 countries. And [Mercury](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/) is one of the best places to experience it.
So bring your curiosity, your energyâand just be yourself.
Whether youâre just starting or ready to level up, thereâs a place for you here.
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**[Wondering what you get as a member?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/membership-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)**
Think expert feedback, real-world speaking practice, and a supportive crew thatâs got your back.
[See you Wednesday night! đ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)
⨠Speak, Lead, and Connect with First Berlin Toastmasters! ⨠(in-person)
Ready to captivate any audience, nail your next presentation, or give feedback that people actually enjoy hearing? Then come check out **First Berlin Toastmasters**, Berlin's oldest public speaking club.
We're a warm, supportive, and international community here to learn, practice, and grow together. Our meetings are full of laughter, and every voice adds something special. The stage is a safe space, so come by, listen, and see how much fun communication can be.
Please, be our guest! The most important people in the room aren't the speakers, they're the audience. Your presence, energy, and reactions are what bring the evening to life.
**When**
đď¸ Every **1st & 3rd Wednesday** of the month
đ Doors open at **6:30 PM** \- Event starts at **6:45 PM** sharp
**Where**
St. Lukas-Kirche (near Anhalter Bahnhof)
Bernburger StraĂe 4-5
10963 Berlin
đ [https://goo.gl/maps/AhDfDmVndqbC9A1C9](https://goo.gl/maps/AhDfDmVndqbC9A1C9)
Youâll find us in the **Gemeindesaal** on the first floor of the building to the right of the church.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Best wishes,
John aka Yevgen Schweden - VP Public Relations
Important note: We take pictures and clips during our meetings for promotional use only. By attending our meetings, you agree to that by default. If you don´t want to be on any picture, please let the VP PR or another representative from the board know (for example the president.)
Clubabend der Steglitz Toastmasters - Rhetorikclub
Hast du Angst, vor Publikum zu sprechen?
Verlangt dein Beruf Präsentationen, Pitches oder Vorträge?
Wirst du nervĂśs, sobald alle Augen auf dich gerichtet sind?
Verlierst du manchmal den roten Faden oder merkst, wie deine ZuhĂśrer gedanklich auf Wanderschaft gehen?
Dann bist du bei uns genau richtig.
Bei Toastmasters trainierst du deine Redekunst in einem sicheren, wertschätzenden Umfeld. Schritt fßr Schritt. Rede fßr Rede. Mit klarem Feedback und echter Unterstßtzung. Hier wächst nicht nur deine Technik, sondern auch deine Präsenz.
## So läuft ein typischer Abend ab đ¤
Der Abend wird von **Alexandra, unserer Präsidentin**, erĂśffnet. Sie fĂźhrt durch das Programm und sorgt dafĂźr, dass sich Gäste wie Mitglieder gleichermaĂen willkommen fĂźhlen.
### đŁ Vorbereitete Reden (meist 4 Reden Ă 5â7 Minuten)
In der Regel erwarten dich vier vorbereitete Reden. PersĂśnlich, inspirierend, humorvoll oder nachdenklich. Jede Rede dauert zwischen 5 und 7 Minuten und ist Teil eines individuellen Lernwegs.
### â Pause
Zeit zum Austausch, Durchatmen und Kennenlernen.
### ⥠Stegreifreden (1â2 Minuten)
Hier wird es spontan. Ein Impuls, eine Frage, ein Gedanke.
Auch **mutige Gäste** dßrfen sich ausprobieren und ganz ungezwungen Bßhnenluft schnuppern.
### đ Feedbackteil
Nun kommt der vielleicht wichtigste Teil des Abends.
* **Bewertungsreden** zu den vorbereiteten Reden (je 2â3 Minuten)
* Feedback weiterer Rollen wie Zeitnehmer oder Sprachstilbewerter
* Ein **Gesamtbewerter**, der den Abend als Ganzes reflektiert
Das Feedback ist konstruktiv, konkret und immer wertschätzend. Es zeigt Stärken auf und gibt klare Impulse zur Weiterentwicklung.
### đ Verabschiedung
Zum Abschluss rundet Alexandra den Abend ab und gibt einen Ausblick auf kommende Treffen.
### đ˝ Danach: Restaurant & Socializing
Wer mag, kommt mit ins Restaurant. Dort wird weitergeredet, gelacht, diskutiert und vernetzt.
Wenn du lernen willst, klarer zu sprechen, souveräner aufzutreten und deine Botschaften wirkungsvoll zu platzieren, dann komm einfach zum nächsten Clubtreffen.
Die BĂźhne wartet nicht auf Perfektion. Sie belohnt Mut. â¨
Nur fĂźr Frauen: Neue Freundinnen in Berlin - Freundschafts-Workshop fĂźr Frauen
**đś Eintritt: 12-20 Euro (nach eigenen MĂśglichkeiten)**
**Sichere Dir Deinen garantierten Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite).](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1983042316952)**
Falls Du doch nicht kommen kannst, sage bitte hier auf Meetup ab und gib Deinen Platz frei.
Wir fangen 19:00 Uhr an. Sei deshalb bitte pĂźnktlich 18:45 Uhr da. Ein späterer Einlass ist nicht mĂśglich, weil wir mitten im Flow sind. **Vielen Dank Dir** đđ˝
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**Menschen mit guten Freunden leben länger, glĂźcklicher und gesĂźnder. AuĂerdem machen gute Freundinnen einfach SpaĂ.**
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Deshalb biete ich Freundschaftsworkshop an.
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Manche sagen: "Es ist schwierig, in Berlin gute Freundinnen zu finden." Berlin, die Stadt der 1000 MĂśglichkeiten ... ich kenne das auch.
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**đ¸ Dann machen wir einen Workshop!**
1. Maximal 40 Frauen.
2. Eine leichte Moderation fĂźhrt durch den Abend
3. Ihr lernt Euch kennen und habt SpaĂ.
4. Wer mag, trifft sich wieder.
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Du wirst Ăźberrascht sein, wie vertraut Du mit vielen nach 3 Stunden sein wirst - so, als ob Ihr Euch schon lange kennt.
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**đą 4 Jahre Arbeit - 1 Workshop**
Vier Jahre habe ich geforscht und ausprobiert, wie Menschen Freunde werden & was die Magie der Freundschaft ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist dieser Abend.
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Praxisnahe, schnell umsetzbare Tipps, die Du schnell in den Alltag umsetzen kannst. Kleine Happen zur Theorie. - Und vor allem: Kennenlernen & SpaĂ haben. Wir probieren einfach miteinander aus.
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Eine Teilnehmerin sagte mal zu mir:
* "Georg, das ist so eine angenehme Atmosphäre. Danke, dass Du das machst."
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Was soll ich sagen? Stimmt. Das ist mein Anliegen đ¤.
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**đ Diese Methoden kannst Du in Deinen Alltag mitnehmen.**
Ab sofort kannst Du Menschen besser und persĂśnlicher kennenlernen â und damit tiefe Verbindungen und bessere Freundschaften aufbauen.
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**â° Die TĂźren sind offen ab 18:45 Uhr.**
* Deinen Mantel aufhängen, WC, eine Runde schwatzen und los geht's...
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**â Darf ich wiederkommen?**
Es gibt nur wenige Veranstaltungen, bei denen man wirklich miteinander ins Gespräch kommt. Hier schon, mit Tiefgang.
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Einige kommen immer wieder, um die Details des gut gestrickten Programms zu ergrĂźnden - und immer wieder neue Menschen kennenzulernen oder auf bekannte Gesichter zu treffen.
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Bis es endlich Klick macht und die richtigen Freundinnen gefunden sind.
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**đ Was bringst Du mit?**
* Etwas zu trinken (z.B. deine Wasserflasche, keinen Alkohol!)
* Du solltest satt sein und vorher gegessen haben
* Bargeld fĂźr den Eintritt (12-20 Euro) [oder[ Ticket von Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1983042316952)]
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**đ Der Veranstaltungsraum**
* Wir haben einen wunderschĂśnen Raum im Prenzlberg - im Life Artist Hub
* Gut mit Ăffis zu erreichen: SchĂśnhauser Allee (Ringbahn, U2, M1), Eberswalder StraĂe (U2, M10, M12)
* Vor Ort ist alles ausgeschildert.
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**Vorsichtshalber hier die Wegbeschreibung:**
* Du gehst in den Hof bis nach hinten durch. Dort ist eine TĂźr.
* Du klingest bei "Life Artist Hub". Die TĂźr sollte sofort summen. Ăffne die TĂźr.
* Du gehst in den 3. Stock. Da sind wir. đ¤
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**đąđ˝ââď¸ Warum moderierst Du als Mann diesen Workshop?**
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Hi, ich bin Georg. Ich weiĂ, ich bin ein Mann. Warum moderiere ich dann diesen Workshop?
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Abenteuer Freundschaft ist mein Beruf. Am Anfang war ich auf Männer-Freundschaften spezialisiert. Ăberraschenderweise waren 60 Prozent der Newsletter-Empfängerinnen Frauen. Frauen scheinen die Wichtigkeit guter Freundschaften viel mehr zu spĂźren.
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Deshalb habe ich letztes Jahr angefangen, Workshops fßr Frauen anzubieten. Soziale Träger, das Rathaus SchÜneberg und das Frauenzentrum Begine haben mich bereits fßr Freundinnen-Workshops gebucht. Im Frauenzentrum moderiert eine Bekannte die Workshops.... denn da darf ich noch nicht mal rein :).
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Unseren Workshop werde ich zurĂźckhaltend moderieren. Ich weiĂ mit der Situation umzugehen. Das ist Euer Raum.
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FĂźr die Männer gibt es alle zwei Wochen am Dienstag einen Männer-Workshop, der regelmäĂig gut besucht ist.
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**Mehr Ăźber Abenteuer Freundschaft & mich:**
đ [www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de](http://%5Bhttps://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de/%5D(https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de/) "\[https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de\](https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de)")
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**đđ˝ Get in touch & stay in touch:**
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**â Telegram-Kanal: [t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft](http://t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft)**
fĂźr Events, Workshops & Neuste Erkenntnisse aus der Freundschaftsforschung (Ăberschriften)
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**â Freundschafts-Newsletter:** [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
Alle 4 Wochen das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung; oft seltener, denn ich schreibe nur dann, wenn es wirklich etwas zu berichten gibt.
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**đĽ 6 Zutaten groĂartiger Freundschaften**
Seit 2020 forsche ich, was groĂartige Freundschaften wirklich ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist das 30seitige eBook: "Die 6 Zutaten groĂartiger Freundschaften". Du erhältst das eBook zurzeit kostenlos, wenn Du Dich fĂźr den Newsletter anmeldest: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
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**đ 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, Sonntagsausflßge
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**đ˛ Ehemalige Teilnehmende der Meetups:**
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"Ich hatte Schwierigkeiten in Berlin anzukommen. Frßher war es immer easy. Bei deiner Veranstaltung haben wir uns kennengelernt. Jetzt sind wir Freunde. Ich hätte das nicht mehr geglaubt."
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"Ich bin ein bunter Hund und habe viele Bekannte. Aber eine Bekanntschaft zur Freundschaft machen - das hast Du mir gezeigt."
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"Ich war nervĂśs, ob ich wirklich kommen soll. Was sind da fĂźr Leute? Mit wem verstehe ich mich? Nach einer Stunde war mir klar: Gute Freundinnen sind gleich. Ich muss mich nicht mit jedem verstehen. Und allein fĂźr die Methoden hat es sich gelohnt. DankeschĂśn!"
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"So schnell im Deep Talk. Interessant!"
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**đŤ Einige Highlights von der Webseite:**
* [Wo kann man neue Leute kennenlernen?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/neue-leute-kennenlernen)
* [Wie schnell entsteht wahre Freundschaft?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/wie-schnell-entsteht-freundschaft)
* [Der ultimative Freundschaftstipp: Zum Essen einladen - bei Dir zu Hause](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/zum-essen-einladen)
* [Das erste Freundschafts-Treffen: So lernt ihr Euch wirklich kennen](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/freundschaftstreffen)
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**Sichere Dir Deinen garantierten Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite).](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1983042316952)**
đ¸ F*ck the Small Talk #3
**đŤ RSVP â ticket.** A paid ticket is required to attend.
đ On your phone and can't click? Click the link in the **comments** :)
**[đď¸ Sign up here to grab your ticket đď¸](https://luma.com/ftst3berlin)**
We are back in Berlin for **our first event of the new year!**
**đŚ WHAT'S THIS ABOUT?**
FTST is a **one-of-a-kind social experience** where strangers come together for an afternoon of meaningful, fun, and deep conversation. Itâs also a different & cool way of meeting new people by getting a bit out of your comfort zone and skipping the small talk!
Join us for **games**, **talks**, and **connections** with **friends you havenât met yet**. Join if you get annoyed after being asked what you do, where you are from, and how long you've been in Berlin every single time you meet someone. If you feel that there are better questions in life, this is the place for you. đ
**đ HOW DOES IT WORK?**
We start with a short & sweet intro talk followed by a few light-hearted group games to warm up. After that, we split you up into small groups and start with the conversation rounds (with 3-4 people). We'll have awesome question cards that will guide the flow of the conversation. Youâll never have to speak in public if you donât want to.
**đš HOW TO JOIN?**
**[Take 1 minute to sign up đ](https://luma.com/ftst3berlin)**
đ On your phone and can't click? Click the link in the **comments** :)
Our events are **limited to 30 handpicked guests** to ensure a cozy atmosphere. We aim to curate events with similar age and gender groups *wherever possible.* If you're invited you'll receive a confirmation within 48 hours via Luma (our ticketing platform)
***Can't make it/event sold out?*** *[Sign up here](https://epicllama.myflodesk.com/berlin) and we'll let you know about the next one đ*
**đ§§ HOW MUCH IS IT?**
The cost to attend is **15âŹ-18âŹ** and includes the following:
â° 3 hours of facilitated and curated activities
đ Light snacks to keep the energy going (only if outdoors)
đĽ A space to meet new people in the least boring way possible
đ Supporting our mission to spread human connection events around the world
*(đŤ also includes those annoying ticket fees!)*
**đł WHERE IS IT?**
We host our events in awesome bars & parks across the city. *We only **reveal the location** to ticket holders **24 hours** before.*
**đ WHAT THEY SAY**
đŁ âGreat way to connect with people in a more meaningful way. Get to the heart of the matter, dive straight into what really counts!â - Matthias
đŁ âF\*ck the Small Talk changes the narrative from "Where are you from?" to "When was the last time you laughed uncontrollably?" and I think that's beautiful.â - Monika
đŁ âI loved F\*ck the Small Talk, I was a little bit nervous at first but they are pros at making you feel comfortable with the rest of the group, the activities are really fun and I enjoyed every second (consider that the one who's saying this is very, very shy). Give it a try!â - Brenda
đŁ "Itâs a wonderful experience, itâs like being a kid again, when you were at the park, playing with other kids, and just decided you were going to be best friends for the next hours. Maybe youâll never see those kids again. But that hour was amazing because you both opened up and trusted each other." - Sara
[Check out our 130+ Google reviews here](https://www.google.com/maps/place/EPIC+LLAMA/@29.4255256,-41.3746386,3z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xf758abc88e22289c!8m2!3d29.4255256!4d-41.3746386?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiAydX55IP9AhWWQjABHejpCCkQ_BJ6BAhWEAg&coh=164777&entry=tt&shorturl=1)[ ](https://goo.gl/maps/TpZy77bfPFkGoikn7)đ
*(these are real humans, we promise!)*
**đ¤ FAQ**
**⢠What's the age range?**
Most people who come to our events are between 24 and 40 years old. But everyone is welcome to attend! (it's just a reference)
**⢠Can I come alone?**
Of course, we encourage it :)
**⢠Can I be late?**
Please don't! Late arrivals will disrupt the floooooooow.
**⢠I signed up but never got an invite. Why?**
We get a high volume of sign-ups yet we can only invite around 30 people. Please try again next time if do not receive an invite - no hard feelings đ
**⢠Why do you charge?**
We value our time and put a lot of love, planning, and effort into creating & designing these experiences. âĽď¸ This is our project/business and what we give to the world and we think everything should be a fair exchange! đ However, money should never be the reason for people not to attend. If you canât afford it send us a message!
**⢠Can I bring my pet llama?**
100% yes, any *well-behaved* pets are highly encouraged as long as you can still focus on connecting with the humans around you! Especially llamas. Please confirm with us beforehand.
**⢠Can I get a refund if I can't make it?**
Unfortunately, we do not offer refunds. However, feel free to pass on your ticket to a friend or consider coming to the next edition. [and let us know]!
đžđ¤đ˘đ đđŞđ§đđ¤đŞđ¨, đĄđđđŤđ đđ¤đŁđŁđđđŠđđ. â¨
\* Location is only revealed to ticket holders!
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ââď¸đąThis event is a no-phone experience. đ
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We started in Berlin back in 2019 and there are now chapters in 11 cities around the world including Mexico City, Lisbon, Vancouver, Malta, Zurich, and London! đşď¸
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Follow us on[ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/epic.llama/)đ
Our [website đ](https://epicllama.com/fuckthesmalltalk)
Tandem Deutsch EspaĂąol
Hola chicos, Moin zusammen,
lasst uns Deutsch und Spanisch sprechen und ein paar Bier zusammen trinken, die Idee ist einfach und gut :)
Bitte bringt zumindest basis Deutsch oder Spanisch Kenntnisse mit!
Vamos a hablar espaĂąol y alemĂĄn y tomar unas cervezas, la idea es simple y buena jaja.
ÂĄPor favor, ven por lo menos con un nivel bĂĄsico de espaĂąol o alemĂĄn!
Danke, gracias!
đżđ¤ Berlin Software West â Offener TechâStammtisch
Willkommen beim offenen Stammtisch der Berlin Software West Community!
Unser Meetup richtet sich an alle, die Lust auf Austausch, neue Perspektiven und lockere Gespräche rund um moderne Softwarekultur haben.
Der Stammtisch ist themenoffen, aber häufig beschäftigen uns u.a.:
**đ Nachhaltige & ressourcenschonende Softwareentwicklung**
* Wie entwickeln wir effizienter?
* Welche Architekturen, Tools oder Patterns sparen Energie & Ressourcen?
* Nachhaltigkeit als Qualitätsmerkmal moderner Software.
**đ¤ KIâAgenten & intelligente Systeme**
* Praktische AgentenâSetups fĂźr Alltag & Business
* Autonome Workflows
* Chancen, Risiken und reale Anwendungsbeispiele
Dazu kommen natĂźrlich alle anderen Themen, die euch interessieren â egal ob DevOps, Cloud, Produktideen, Security, AI/ML, Startups oder einfach das âTechâLebenâ in Berlin.
Keine Agenda, kein PitchâZwang, keine Slides â nur ehrlicher Austausch und inspirierende Gespräche.
**đżđ¤ Berlin Software West â Open Tech Meetup**
Welcome to the open tech meetup of Berlin Software West!
This gathering is for anyone who enjoys exchanging ideas, discovering new perspectives, and having relaxed conversations about modern software culture.
The meetup is topicâopen, but recurring themes often include:
đ **Sustainable & ResourceâEfficient Software Development**
* How can we build more efficient systems?
* Architectures, patterns, and tools that reduce energy and resource consumption
* Sustainability as an essential quality of modern engineering
đ¤ **AI Agents & Intelligent Systems**
* Practical agent setups for everyday work
* Autonomous workflows and orchestration
* Realâworld use cases, opportunities, and challenges
Beyond that, anything else youâre passionate about is welcome: DevOps, cloud, AI/ML, product ideas, system design, security, startups â or simply the tech life in Berlin.
No agenda, no slides, no pressure. Just open discussion and genuine community vibes.
VW Events This Week
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12MIN.ME | BERLIN | STARTUP #1.3 đ
**đ¨đ¨đ¨ ATTENTION: we moved to luma. please RVSP [HERE](https://luma.com/12min.me_Berlin)đ¨đ¨đ¨**
# â[12min.me](https://12min.me/) START UP is a brand new morning format for bold ideas and fresh perspectives
âBerlin Startup Community, weâre launching something new.
Together with betahaus, weâre bringing the [12min.me](http://12min.me/) spirit into the morning.
â[12min.me](http://12min.me/) STARTUP is a three-part breakfast series, embedded in the well-known betabreakfast format.
Instead of three speakers in one evening, we do things differently.
âOne morning. One speaker. One focused impulse.
â12 minutes. One voice. Zero fluff.
âJoin us for the first edition of [12min.me](http://12min.me/) STARTUP, a compact morning session for founders, operators, creatives and everyone building things that matter.
â**âď¸ What to expect**
* âOne inspiring startup-related talk
* â12 minutes of sharp insight
* âCurated exchange over breakfast
* âThe familiar [12min.me](http://12min.me/) energy, just earlier in the day#
âđ **The formula stays the same**
* â12 minutes talk
* â12 minutes of Q&A
* â12 minutes of networking
âThe familiar [12min.me](http://12min.me/) energy, just earlier in the day
â**đ¤ Our speakers**
**Speaker 1 @March 5**
**[Jonathan Hegel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-beisiegel) from [FW Systems](https://www.linkedin.com/company/frachtwerk/)**
Jonathan is the CEO of FW Systems, a specialized system house for open source solutions and IT services with a fixed-price model. After years in traditional IT, where he regularly had to work night shifts due to emergencies, he decided to do things betterâfor customers and for IT professionals. Today, he help SMEs transform their IT from a constant work in progress to a reliable infrastructure they can depend on.
**Jonathan\`s talk: "How we are completely rethinking system administration as a service for your company"**
Companies cannot possibly do everything themselves. So things like accounting, logistics, and IT are outsourced to external service providers. In the IT sector, system houses have been doing very well for themselves in recent decades! Every little thing is charged for, and if there are any errors, the customer is expected to open a ticket. We are rethinking this! We are applying the âas-a-serviceâ concept from Airbnb, Uber, and Everstox to system administration and taking responsibility. Jonathan will show how this works in his talk.
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**Speaker 2 @March 12**
**[Anne Biedermann](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-biedermann/), independent wealth partner for women**
Anne has extensive experience across venture capital, single-family-office & HNWI investing, and early-stage operations. She works with investors who are building, inheriting, or stewarding wealth on how to allocate capital with clarity â particularly where venture capital intersects with long-term wealth strategy. Anne also invests personally, giving her a practitionerâs perspective on capital allocation decisions.
**Anna\`s talk: "Not All Capital Is the Same: Decoding Investor Behavior"**
Founders often assume all investors evaluate risk, timelines, and returns the same way and that assumption is costly. This session breaks down how funds, family offices, and individual investors actually make decisions, where founderâinvestor misalignment typically begins, and how founders can better position themselves for the right kind of capital, not just any capital.
**Speaker 3 @March 19**
**[Immo Ait Stapelfeld](https://www.linkedin.com/in/immoaitstapelfeld/), Co-Founder & CEO at [913.ai](https://913.ai)**
**"From Legal Complexity to Practical AI. How We Help Regulated Industries Use AI Without Losing Control"**
This presentation tells the story of Immoâs transition from a trained lawyer working in mass proceedings to an entrepreneur building AI products for regulated industries. His legal background, combined with hands-on experience as a founder, shaped a pragmatic view on AI. not as a disruptive replacement, but as a controlled and compliant tool. At[ ](http://913.ai)[913.ai](https://913.ai), this perspective enables conservative organizations such as insurers to enter the AI era in a way that respects regulation, responsibility, and existing teams while still unlocking real efficiency gains.
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**The series at a glance**
[12min.me](http://12min.me/) STARTUP consists of three independent sessions. Please follow the luma link for registration:
* â[March 5, 2025](https://luma.com/yo32qaud)
* â[March 12, 2025](https://luma.com/y0wytmck)
* â[March 19, 2025](https://luma.com/cucrx8is)
âEach session has its own Luma page and can be attended individually.
âđ**Event details for the whole series**
* â**Location**: betahaus Kreuzberg, Rudi-Dutschke-StraĂe 23, 10969 Berlin
* â**Time**: Doors open 9:30, Start 10:00, End 11:00
* â**Entry**: Free entry including breakfast and drinks
* â**RSVP:** via [Lu.ma](http://lu.ma/) to save your spot as spots are limited
â**Why mornings**
Because good ideas donât only happen after work.
We believe in strong insights, respectful use of time and real conversations, even before noon.
ââđđđ Join our WhatsApp group for more details and to engage with the community - [HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FWphInbgYaKJUGv7Uusum9) we go. đđđ
âWeâre looking forward to kicking off this new format with you.
Lots of love,
Your [12min.me](http://12min.me) Berlin crew
[Sandra](http://linkedin.com/in/sandrakarner), Olha, Silvana, Ben
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**Media rights (picture and video recordings):** Participants agree that photos and video recordings made during the event may be used without any claim to compensation and without any time or space restrictions. The rights to image and video material are transferred to the organiser or the representatives of the press or other parties distributing image and sound material who are present on site, without exception and without any time or place restrictions.
EM Kata #17 - Unconference: AI & Tech Leadership (Two Tracks)
**Last meetup before the summer!** This time, we are trying a new format â **EM Kata Unconference**.
â**Two tracks:** AI in software delivery and fundamentals of tech leadership. Participants can propose topics and either give a short talk or host a discussion.
â**Want to give a talk, discuss a challenge, or bring your own case?** Write to [Alik](https://www.linkedin.com/in/oleksandrgolub/) on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/oleksandrgolub/).
âAfter this event, EM Kata will take a **summer break** while we focus on launching a new product that will help many people in Germany **pass their German exam Confidently**.
âââ **Register here** âĄď¸ https://luma.com/c2vcpxao âŹ
ď¸ âââ
**â What is an EM Kata?**
EM Kata is a playground where Engineering Managers\* can practice their skills and receive immediate feedback.
**\* - đ¨âđŹ / đŠâđŹEM Kata is also beneficial for**
* **Senior Leaders:** Head of Engineering, Engineering Directors, VPs, CTOs - to practice and enhance mentoring and coaching skills.
* **Tech/Team Leads:** To acquire essential skills for a successful transition to an EM role.
* **Software Engineers:** To gain insight into EM responsibilities and explore if a leadership career path interests them.
Each small group works on identifying the root causes of the challenges by analysing them from different perspectives, determining the most efficient strategy to solve them, developing a detailed plan, and necessary team constellation changes & architecture.
**đ Event Schedule**
ââ18:00 â Doors open for snacks, drinks, and networking
18:30 â Introduction
18:50 - 21:00 â EM Kata Unconference
21:00 till 21:30 â Networking and discussions.
**đ Venue**
**Delivery Hero**
Oranienburger Str. 70
10117 Berlin
**đŁ Spread the Word**
**Love our meetups?** Help us grow the community!
Share your experience on LinkedInâwhether itâs what youâve learned, key takeaways, or why you enjoy EM Kata. By spreading the word, youâll help more engineering managers and aspiring tech leaders find a safe environment to practice and enhance their skills.
We believe itâs much more fun to have fun with friends, so come join us and bring your friends along!
Tag us **#EMKata #Meetup by #SEML about #TechLeadership**.
**đ¤ Sponsored by Delivery Hero**
A big shout-out to Delivery Hero for sponsoring our event and supporting our mission to foster a tight-knit community of engineering leaders.
**đ Code of Conduct**
We adhere to the [Berlin Code of Conduct](https://berlincodeofconduct.org/) to ensure a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants.
Sunday Tech Coffee Meetup
Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin.
We are usually inside and to the right. Ask the barista/bartender if you can't find us.
Area Wettbwerb - Steglitz Toastmasters - Rhetorikclub in Berlin
đđ¤ **Area-Wettbewerb 2026 â Sei live dabei!**
Am **21\. März 2026** treten die besten Redner aus mehreren Clubs gegeneinander an. Beim Area-Wettbewerb erlebst du mitreiĂende Reden, Spannung bis zur letzten Minute und inspirierendes Feedback auf hĂśchstem Niveau.
Hier zeigt sich, was regelmäĂiges Training, Mut und Leidenschaft bewirken kĂśnnen. Jede Rede ist eine BĂźhne, jede Bewertung ein Schritt nach vorn.
đ Rathaus Johannisthal, Sterndamm 102, 12487 Berlin
Ob als UnterstĂźtzer, Gast oder zukĂźnftiger Teilnehmer â du bist herzlich willkommen.
Komm vorbei und erlebe Rhetorik in ihrer lebendigsten Form.
Wir freuen uns auf einen Abend voller Applaus, Gänsehaut-Momente und glänzender Pokale. đâ¨
Lunchtime Concert at the Luisenkirche on the new Reil-Organ
*Weekly Lunchtime Concert at the Luisenkirche*
Join us every Thursday from 12:30 to 13:00 at the Luisenkirche (Gierkeplatz, Charlottenburg) for a lunchtime concert featuring a rotating roster of talented organists. Each week offers a unique performance, showcasing diverse styles and interpretations on the magnificent new Hans Reil organ, installed in 2024.
*WĂśchentliches Mittagskonzert in der Luisenkirche*
Jeden Donnerstag von 12:30 bis 13:00 Uhr laden wir Sie herzlich zum Mittagskonzert in die Luisenkirche (Gierkeplatz, Charlottenburg) ein. GenieĂen Sie abwechslungsreiche Orgelkonzerte, gestaltet von einem wechselnden Kreis talentierter Organisten, und erleben Sie die beeindruckende Hans-Reil-Orgel, die 2024 installiert wurde, in voller Pracht.
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| 1.1.26 | William Peart |
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| 8.1.26 | William Peart |
| 15.1.26 | Henry Fairs |
| 22.1.26 | Kit Downes |
| 29.1.26 | William Peart |
| 5.2.26 | Kit Downes |
| 12.2.26 | Matthias Schmelmer |
| 19.2.26 | William Peart |
| 26.2.26 | Jonas Sandmeier |
| 5.3.26 | Kit Downes |
| 12.3.26 | Raymond Hughes |
| 19.3.26 | Deborah Faul |
| 26.3.26 | William Peart |
| 2.4.26 | Kit Downes |
| 9.4.26 | Jonas Sandmeier |
| 16.4.26 | William Peart? |
| 23.4.26 | Kit Downes |
| 30.4.26 | William Peart |
| 7.5.26 | Kit Downes |
| 14.5.26 | William Peart |
| 21.5.26 | Helene Strack |
| 28.5.26 | Matthias Schmelmer |
| 4.6.26 | Jonas Sandmeier |
| 11.6.26 | Kit Downes |
| 18.6.26 | William Peart |
| 25.6.26 | Jonas Sandmeier |
| 2.7.26 | Dick Sanderman |
| 9.7.26 | Julia Landau |
| 16.7.26 | Christiane Drese |
| 23.7.26 | William Peart |
| 30.7.26 | William Peart |
| 6.8.26 | William Peart |
| 13.8.26 | William Peart |
| 20.8.26 | William Peart |
| 27.8.26 | Jack Day |
| 3.9.26 | William Peart |
berlinCreators Werkstattabend
Unser Verein berlinCreators e.V. trifft sich jeden Freitag ab 18 Uhr im Makerspace.
Wir haben Gruppen rund um Elektronik, 3D-Druck, Nähen, Programmieren, Retro Computer. Egal ob Anfänger oder Profi â hier seid Ihr Willkommen. Ihr kĂśnnt mit anderen fachsimpeln, Euch inspirieren lassen oder auch mit unserer Hilfe Eure ersten Projekte starten.
Wenn Ihr Euch bei uns wohlfĂźhlt und Mitglieder bei den berlinCreators werden mĂśchtest, freuen wir uns.
Kommt vorbei, lernt den Space, uns und die MĂśglichkeiten kennen.
Stickerei-Zeichnworkshop
Wir laden dich herzlich zu einem besonderen Workshop ein, in dem Zeichnung und Handstickerei auf kreative Weise miteinander verschmelzen.
Gemeinsam verwandeln wir einfache Zeichnungen in gestickte Kunstwerke. Du lernst die Grundlagen der Handstickerei, den bewussten Umgang mit Farben und wie Fäden als ausdrucksstarkes, kßnstlerisches Medium eingesetzt werden kÜnnen. Schritt fßr Schritt entsteht so dein ganz persÜnliches Werk.
Der Workshop ist sowohl fĂźr Anfänger\*innen als auch fĂźr Teilnehmende mit Vorkenntnissen geeignet. Im Mittelpunkt stehen Kreativität, Achtsamkeit und das handwerkliche Arbeiten als individuelle Ausdrucksform â entschleunigend, inspirierend und meditativ.
**Jeden Samstag**
**14:30 â 17:00 Uhr**
**Teilnahmegebßhr:** 20 ⏠(inkl. aller Materialien)
⨠**Unsere Empfehlung:**
Melde dich direkt fĂźr **3 Termine** an, um dein gesticktes Bild in Ruhe fertigzustellen.
**3-Termine-Paket:** 50 ⏠inkl. Materialien
Lass deiner Kreativität freien Lauf und entdecke die Verbindung von Linie, Farbe und Faden!
VW Events Near You
Connect with your local VW community
The Clawwww
OpenClaw, NemoClaw, personal assistants, 24/7 agents. What does it all mean? How does it all work and what should we know about it?
Whether youâre deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
Gold Star Business Networking
Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!
Celebrate National Chip and Dip Day!
***Okay, call me crazy but you have got to try their chip n dip!*** Club 185 is a true hidden gem in German Village! Seriously, old school, good comfort food and drink. We will try to gather in spaces near the windows. While we'll share Chip n Dip, you'll want to order a sandwich, too.
**Where the Chip Began (1817)**
Potato chips can be traced back to an English chef, William Kitchiner, who includes âcrispsâ in his bestselling cookbook, âThe Cookâs Oracle.â
**Chip and Dip Popularity**
The popularity of chip and dip skyrockets at the end of World War II with new entertainment fads and the introduction of Liptonâs new advertising campaign for their famous French Onion Dip. (Club 185 doesn't openly admit it, but I'm pretty sure that's their dip recipe!)
**[Club 185](http://club185.com/)**âa true neighborhood bar serving since 1954, when it was known as a local 'speak-easy'. Located in German Village, Club 185 features a menu of quality casual comfort food and full bar. From politicians to lawyers, hardhats to hipstersâall find Club 185 the perfect place to tame their hunger and quench their thirst!
**PARKING**: I know, brick street parallel parking can be a pain. Two other choices, metered parking along Livingston heading towards Children's Hospital or across the street in the large church lot (park in spaces farthest away from the church entrance doors, closer to the street).
**PRE-EVENT**: **HAPPY HOUR (3-5pm)**: Italian drinks and bites at [Cento's happy hour](https://centogermanvillage.com/menus/), nearby.
Disc Tues / Choose Your Movie: TOW vs THEY WILL KILL YOU at the Gateway!
Join us as we get together for a Discount Tuesday / Choose Your Movie event to see your choice of the top-reviewed indie drama TOW or the action-comedy-horror THEY WILL KILL YOU! A winner either way! Here are details, trailer and plan for this event:
TOW: This drama follows a homeless Seattle woman who fights her way out of tow-company hell to reclaim her life and the car that held it all together after receiving a tow bill for $21,634. The film is directed by Stephanie Laing and stars Rose Byrne, Dominic Sessa, Demi Lovato, Ariana DeBose, Octavia Spencer, Simon Rex, Elsie Fisher and Corbin Bernsen. Tow premiered to rave reviews at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival where critics declared, âTow is a winnerâ and called the film âa story of perseverance, heart, and real fight, the kind of small human story we see less frequently these days, but need now more than ever!â TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiUtqgeDVI8
THEY WILL KILL YOU: A woman takes a job as a housekeeper in a NYC high-rise, unaware of the building's history of disappearances. She soon realizes the community is shrouded in mystery. The film is directed by Kirill Sokolov and Zadie Beetz, Myha'la, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette. The film is being released immediately following its premiere at this yearâs SXSW Festival earlier this month. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYqQPiXpi4w
PLAN: Weâll plan for a 7pm-ish showing of both films and will meet in the upstairs lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime! Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase via the GFC website is advised! Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. Complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer.
PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, youâre covered for the night!
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
ServiceNow's Got Talent
Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you.
We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform.
Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live.
So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent.
Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new.
Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with:
⢠A demo
⢠A real-world business solution
⢠A bold idea
⢠A UX transformation
⢠Or a creative use of the platform
Judging Criteria:
đ Business Value
đ Innovation
⨠User Experience
This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value.
Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired.
Refreshments and bites will be provided.
And maybe next time⌠youâll be on stage.
From Web Forms to Web Components - Burton Smith
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
**Abstract**
Web Forms gave .NET developers a powerful abstraction for building reusable UI controls long before design systems were a thing. Web Components finally bring that same idea to the browser natively.
This session explores how the Web Forms mindset translates into Custom Elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates. Weâll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from serverâdriven controls, and why theyâre becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether youâre maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, youâll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standardsâbased way.
**YouTube Link**
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