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📅 **Friday 19 December** It’s almost Christmas, so let’s do what we do best: **meet, mingle, drink, laugh and dance** 🎅🥂 Join us for a **Christmas Pub Crawl through Versailles**, hopping between great bars, enjoying exclusive perks, and sharing a proper festive night out. ✨ **What’s planned for the night:** 🍸 **20:00 – Le Ginette** We start the evening at La Ginette with a **welcome shot** to kick things off (or a **soft drink** if you don’t drink alcohol) 👉 **Happy Hour for our group**, great atmosphere, and the perfect place to ease into the night. 🚶‍♀️ **Around 21:30 – La Pêche** ([6 Rue du Général Leclerc, 78000 Versailles](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e67dc7903fd813:0x483a3ccf22b5ccfc?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)) Next stop: La Pêche, where we’ll be greeted with **another welcome shot or soft drink**. 👉 **Happy Hour for our group here as well**, time to chat, connect, and keep the festive vibes going. 🎧 **Around 22:30 – Baradoz** ([24 Rue de Satory, 78000 Versailles](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e67db8791734f9:0xf7c84ae38d87d1f4?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)) We finish strong at Baradoz with a **DJ** to get us moving and dancing until late 💃🕺 🎅 **Festive dress code (optional but encouraged):** Ugly Christmas sweaters, Christmas hats, glitter, or just your best smile — totally up to you! ✨ **Good to know:** • You can **join us at any stage** of the pub crawl, I’ll post updates in the group when we leave and arrive at each stop. If you’re running late, just send me a message via Meetup — I’ll check my phone regularly. • Non-drinkers are always welcome (soft drinks available) • Expect a warm, social, and easy-going crowd 🥂 Let’s celebrate together, meet new people, and enjoy a joyful Christmas night — **and of course, drink responsibly**. Can’t wait to see you all and end the year in the best possible way 🎄✨ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📅 **Vendredi 19 décembre** 🕗 **À partir de 20h00** Noël approche, alors faisons ce que nous savons faire de mieux : **se retrouver, échanger, trinquer, rire et danser** 🎅🥂 Rejoins-nous pour un **Barathon de Noël à Versailles**, entre bons bars, avantages exclusifs et ambiance chaleureuse. ✨ **Au programme de la soirée :** 🍸 **20h00 – La Ginette** On démarre la soirée à La Ginette avec un **shot de bienvenue** (ou une **boisson sans alcool** pour celles et ceux qui ne boivent pas). 👉 **Happy Hour pour notre groupe**, super ambiance et parfait pour lancer la soirée en douceur. 🚶‍♀️ **Vers 21h30 – La Pêche** ([6 Rue du Général Leclerc, 78000 Versailles](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e67dc7903fd813:0x483a3ccf22b5ccfc?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)) Deuxième arrêt à La Pêche, où nous serons accueillis avec **un nouveau shot ou soft**. 👉 **Happy Hour pour notre groupe ici aussi**, le moment idéal pour discuter, rencontrer du monde et prolonger l’esprit festif 🎧 **Vers 22h30 – Baradoz** ([24 Rue de Satory, 78000 Versailles](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47e67db8791734f9:0xf7c84ae38d87d1f4?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111)) On termine la soirée en beauté au Baradoz avec un **DJ** pour danser et se lâcher jusqu’au bout de la nuit 💃🕺 🎅 **Dress code festif (facultatif mais encouragé) :** Pulls moches de Noël, bonnets de Noël, paillettes… ou simplement votre bonne humeur — comme vous voulez ! ✨ **À savoir :** • Vous pouvez **nous rejoindre à n’importe quelle étape** du barathon. Des messages seront postés à chaque changement de bar. Si tu es en retard, envoie-moi un message privé — je consulterai mon téléphone régulièrement. • Les non-buveurs sont bien sûr les bienvenus (boissons sans alcool disponibles) • Ambiance conviviale, détendue et sociale garantie 🥂 Venez célébrer ensemble, faire de belles rencontres et profiter d’une soirée de Noël chaleureuse — **et bien sûr, buvez avec modération**. Hâte de vous retrouver pour terminer l’année en beauté 🎄✨

**Cours gratuits et ouverts à tous, à tout moment de l’année, sans réservation.** **Les vendredis : 21 novembre, 19 décembre, 30 janvier, 20 février, 27 mars, 24 avril & 12 juin.** Nous pouvons tous faire quelque chose pour contribuer à la paix dans le monde ! Sans paix intérieure, la paix extérieure est impossible. Lorsque nous créons la paix dans notre propre esprit, elle se propage pour créer la paix dans notre monde. *« Le meilleur moyen pour établir la paix dans le monde en général, et la paix dans notre propre esprit en particulier, est d’apprendre à chérir et à nous préoccuper des autres »* Guéshé Kelsang Gyatso **Déroulement d’une séance** : 1. **Méditation guidée** sur la respiration pour expérimenter la paix intérieure. 2. **Enseignement** pour développer notre bon coeur basé sur le livre « [Huit étapes vers le bonheur](https://tharpa.com/fr/huit-etapes-vers-le-bonheur) ». 3. **Prières chantées** pour la paix dans le monde et méditation sur le thème de l’enseignement. 4. **Méditation guidée** sur le thème de l’enseignement. Ceux qui le souhaitent peuvent rester discuter après l’enseignement autour d’une collation.

Célébrons Noël ensemble à Paris ! 🇫🇷🇰🇷 Programme : * 19h30 - 00h : Happy Hour ! * 19h30 - 21h30 : Diner Convivial - on apprend a se connaitre ✨ * 21h30 - Board Games & Drinking Games MUSIC * Surprises de Noel **Participation** : 10€ a régler le jour de son inscription —> via l’une des options suivantes 참가비는 신청 당일 결제해야 합니다. 아래 결제 수단을 이용해 주세요. * PayPal : merci de choisir le paiement « entre proches/ family and friends » à ClotildeAP * Wero : au 0773828352 * Revolut : au nametag : @clotildepa Merci beaucoup, 감사합니다 ✨ About us :
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Ce groupe a pour but la rencontre de nos deux pays : France et Corée. Nous organisons plusieurs types d’événements : afterwork, restaurants, wine tasting, échange linguistique, visites culturelles, pique nique, karaoke…
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*Hi there!* Want a girls-only evening to chat, have fun, and create a small group of friends before moving to a big international party with locals and internationals in Paris? Join us for a fun **bar-hopping night** 🎉 💬 **Concept** A cozy and friendly moment just for girls to share conversations, laughs, and cocktails. Whether you’re here to relax, exchange ideas, or enjoy a girls’ night out, it’s the perfect occasion! And then, we’ll head to the biggest party with extended happy hour. Come as early as possible to get to know each other before going to the big fiesta! **Practical info:** 🕖 Girls Afterwork Schedule: 7pm – 9pm 💸 Free with the Socializus pass! 📲 WhatsApp for quick info: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) **How to join:** * Check the exact address with the free app and free pass: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org/) * Or support the association with an annual membership card here: [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Stay connected:** 🔹 Meetup – https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/ 🔹 WhatsApp (info & reminders): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) (Turn on “Receive all” so you don’t miss anything!) 🔹 Facebook Group – [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Facebook Page – Photos, memories & updates: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 Become an Organizer: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm I t’s 100% free because we are a non-profit association. ✦✦ Last-minute changes may happen, but everything is updated via the app with the free pass. To better manage the number of participants, we rely on registrations via the free pass. Register only if you’re sure to come – we’re counting on you! 😊 Come enjoy a girls-only evening, then an international party open to all, in a warm and multicultural atmosphere! 📸 / 🎥 By participating in our activity, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed. Photos and videos will be shared on our social networks and may be used for commercial purposes. You can also post your own photos with the hashtag #socializus

Salut ! Tu viens d’arriver à Paris ou tu veux rencontrer du monde dans une ambiance internationale et amicale ? On commence par un **apéritif** pour échanger et faire connaissance avec des personnes venues du monde entier. Cette soirée est faite pour toi ! Parfaite pour **pratiquer tes langues**, passer **un super moment autour d’un jeu brise-glace** pour **gagner des free shooters**, favoriser les conversations conviviales et **découvrir la vie sociale internationale à Paris**. Viens avec ton énergie et ton sourire — on te garantit une **ambiance chaleureuse et festive** ! **Au programme :** \- Apero et jeux brise la glace * happy hour, Extra Large parfois jusqu’à 23h 🥳 Le maxi happy hour à 5€ est souvent complet et parfois il nous arrive de changer de lieu avec d’autres formats un peu plus chic mais toujours friendly … Let’s go !! **Infos pratiques :** 🕖De 21h30 jusqu’au bout de la nuit.. 💸 Gratuit avec le pass Socializus ! 📲 WhatsApp pour des infos rapides : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) **Comment participer :** Vérifie l’adresse exacte avec l’app gratuite et le pass gratuit : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) Ou soutiens l’association avec une carte de membre annuelle sur :[https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Reste connecté :** 🔹 Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris](https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/) 🔹 WhatsApp (infos & rappels jour J) : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN](https://chat.whatsapp.com/ITesisMThOFAyNRUJ6uECN) (Active “Tout recevoir” pour ne rien manquer !) 🔹 Groupe Facebook – [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) 🔹 Page Facebook – Photos, souvenirs et actus : [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) 🔹Socializus : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 Deviens Orga : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) Rejoins l’équipe bénévole et reçois une boisson gratuite 🍹 C’est 100% gratuit car nous sommes une association à but non lucratif. ✦✦ Les changements de dernière minute peuvent arriver, mais tout est mis à jour via l’app avec le pass gratuit. Pour mieux gérer le nombre de participants, nous comptons sur les inscriptions via le pass gratuit. Inscris-toi seulement si tu es sûre de venir, on compte sur toi ! 😊

Rejoignez-nous pour une soirée jazz en duo, mêlant musique brésilienne et standards de jazz. Porté par la voix d’Éléonore Langelier et le piano de Rayan Chaya, ce concert promet une atmosphère chaleureuse, élégante et pleine d’émotion, entre rythmes, mélodies et improvisation. 🗓️ VENDREDI 18 DÉCEMBRE DE 19H30 À 21H30 📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris 🔴 entrée gratuite + 5 € (minimum) de contribution aux musiciens sur votre premier verre + consommation obligatoire 🌐 visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus d’informations

**Join hashers for Sans Clue H3 R\*n 1181: 🎄The Christmas Market Hash🎅 ** Start with a vin chaud at the christmas market at La Defense and head to Parc de la Planchette in Levallois-Perret, where there is small neighborhood christmas market. Then on-after at the Cluricaune irish pub around the corner. 🐰 Hares: Santa and his reindeer 👣 Trail: A-to-B trail, no bag drop 🧭 Directions: Métro La Défense, Exit ?? 📍 Meeting Point: Meet at the steps of the arch, next to the Christmas Market. Look for a circle of boisterous anglophones in bright running clothes. 💶 Hash Cash: 5 € (Hash cash is collected to keep our club active, and also to pay for your beer.) Bring what you need. Up to you, but this could include water, sunblock, snow shoes, survival snack, chalk to back mark, a whistle if you can’t shout, brand new running shoes, a virgin, shiggy socks, a hash hymnal, a bag of tea, a bag of wine, wax, and/or extra cash. Dress appropriately - we run, and we may get into some shiggy (mud, puddles, scratchy bushes, wet paint, ...) On on! 👣🍻 https://www.meetup.com/parish3-schhh

TANDER MESS est un duo de jazz vocal mélancolique et introspectif qui entraîne les cœurs dans une danse douce et chahutée. S’inspirant des univers sonores légendaires des clubs de jazz New-Yorkais où le swing règne en maître, le duo peut parfois rappeler les disques live de Nat King Cole, Sarah Vaughan ou Blossom Dearie. À travers un répertoire soigneusement choisi, Alexandre Puechavy et Margaux Martins invitent tendrement le public à se laisser porter par les plus belles mélodies des années 1930 à 1960. La guitare virtuose et délicate d'Alexandre fusionne avec la voix sensible et affectueuse de Margaux dans un duo enchanteur farouchement déterminé à vous faire tendre l'oreille. 🗓️ SAMEDI 20 DÉCEMBRE DE 19H30 À 21H30 📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris 🔴 entrée gratuite + 5 € (minimum) de contribution aux musiciens sur votre premier verre + consommation obligatoire 🌐 visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus d’informations

En mêlant jazz, indie et une touche de pop, Karine Alony, Florian Berret et Keïna Etenor montent sur scène pour leur premier concert en trio. Après des années à jouer ensemble dans différentes formations, ils se retrouvent pour dévoiler de nouvelles versions de leurs compositions originales et offrir des réinterprétations inédites de quelques classiques. Un voyage musical unique à ne pas manquer. 🗓️ SAMEDI 20 DÉCEMBRE DE 21H45 À 00H30 📍 58 rue Richer 75009 Paris 🔴 entrée gratuite + 5 € (minimum) de contribution aux musiciens sur votre premier verre + consommation obligatoire 🌐 visitez www.thedissidentclub.org pour plus d’informations

New edition of Meet Up at BAM Karaoke Box! Every Sunday. Please note carefully the place of Meet-Up, we now have 5 locations in Paris (two in the 9th, one in the 2nd, one in the 11th arrondissement and one in the 17th arrondissement). The location will be always BAM Parmentier ! Nouvelle édition des Meet Up au BAM Karaoke Box ! Tous les dimanches. Attention à la localisation du Meet-Up, nous avons désormais 4 lieux à Paris (deux dans le 9ème, un dans le 2ème, un dans le 11ème arrondissement et un dans le 17ème) ! Le lieu de l'événement sera toujours BAM Parmentier ! This event is organised by BAM Karaoke Box. Cet event est organisé par BAM Karaoke Box. *** Instead of spending your sunday evening gloomy at the bottom of your couch, join us to start the week on a high note! Whether alone or with friends, have a drink and sing your favorite songs... the best way to break the ice ;) The concept is simple: once your drink ordered from the bar, go to one of the private rooms offered by BAM Karaoke Box. On the program: a catalog of over 30,000 songs in a lounge just for you and totally soundproofed. The room will be open from 15 participants and will be reserved for 2 hours. La salle sera ouverte à partir de 15 participants et sera réservée pour 2 heures. Price : 10€/person, when you'll arrive. Prix : 10€/personne, à votre arrivée. See you on sunday! A dimanche ! Drinks will be on your charge. Les boissons seront à votre charge.

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **This is a curated, small-group meetup make new friends in Paris.** Each meetup brings together 4–6 like-minded people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to organize and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com](https://groupvibe.com) Once you register, and **buy a ticket or become a Groupvibe member**, we’ll share the exact location and match you with your group. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier \* Matching helps avoid awkward dynamics **Note:** RSVPs here on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. This meetup is organized by **Groupvibe**, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

*🍾 Entre 10 et 30 participants internationaux 🍷* Nous nous réunissons pour favoriser les échanges culturels et la pratique des langues étrangères. 🥂 Ce soir, toutes les langues sont les bienvenues ! L'ambiance est conviviale et décontractée, et le nombre de participants est limité. Les participants ne seront partagés qu'avec les détenteurs d'une carte de membre annuelle valide. La carte de membre offre une particularité : choisissez un numéro de vignette et recevez un shot gratuit au bar après avoir discuté avec les autres membres du groupe. Prix du billet : 5 € (disponible depuis hier). ⬇️ [https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025](https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025)

🍩🍰 Let's have a weekly deep talk in an intimate Parisian café, share a drink and have a good time with like-minded, lovely and chill people. 🥂☕ We're here to sip life in a childish, simple and non-serious way. 🙃 When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation? Or deepened your relationship with someone in your life? It's not easy to have a deep conversation. While small talk, which is typically casual and light-hearted, can help break the ice, it may not necessarily help you form a deep, emotional connection with someone. Whether it's with your friends, family, colleagues or romantic partners, having meaningful conversations is important for creating strong bonds. "Meaningful conversations help us understand ourselves and those around us better. They involve sharing important aspects of ourselves and actively listening, validating and connecting with others." We believe that a happy and healthy life is built on beautiful relationships and that loneliness kills us. That's it. It's not the number of friends that counts, it's the quality of the relationship. ✅ This group is adressed to : ● People who want to build deep, genuine and caring relationships in a small group that looks the same, where they feel comfortable and emotionally safe to talk emotionally and get intimate about anything in their lives. ● Simple, loving, kind, hyper/sensitive and lovely people who spend a lot of time in their bubble thinking about the meaning of life, passionate about personal development, philosophy, meaningful conversations, debates .... ⛔ Please don't subscribe if : ● You don't see yourself in the group's aims and beliefs. ● You're travelling for a short period of time and don't live or intend to live in Paris. ● You are not sure if you will be able to come, please update your status to allow others on the waiting list to join. An absence without notice will result in an irrevocable ban. Progress : ● ❗ For reservations, I'll send you a private Meetup message at least 5 hours before the meeting to confirm your reservation. If I don't receive a reply 2 hours before the meeting, I will send you a second message to let you know that you will be replaced by someone on the waitlist. ● 💚 We keep the session small, cosy and relaxed in a quiet place, prioritising regularity to encourage intimacy, connection, listening and speaking. (\~ 5/6 people) ● 🔖 On arrival, if you feel comfortable, you will be suggested to choose and associate several drawn Feelings and Needs cards to express how you really feel at the moment, to talk about ourselves and communicate effectively. ● 📝 The best way to make progress is to make the conversation easy and natural, with everyone making an effort to suggest and write down what you want to talk about. You can write down your favourite topics/questions before the meeting. The meeting is participative and invite everyone if you feel comfortable being a leader and a power of suggestion. Anyway, to keep the meeting running smoothly, I'll animate the meeting to make sure the conversation doesn't get wild or boring and I wouldn't hesitate to reframe people. In case of lack of inspiration we have a lot of deep conversation question card game which can help to find interesting questions. ● 🍕 (Not compulsory) After the meeting we can finish in a nearby restaurant for those who wish to relax or continue our conversation. Advice for a good moment : ● Leave your ego and mask at home, we are not here to impress anyone but to be ourselves with our strength, weakness, pride and shame. Come with an open/deep/emotional/complex thought and vulnerability. ● Ask open-ended questions and invite the other person to describe what a situation was like for them or how they felt. ● Don't hesitate to be vulnerable and share information about yourself if needed. Consider sharing personal information first to gain the other person's trust. ● Adopt an attitude of curiosity and genuine interest in what the other person is saying. Be thoughtful and try to put yourself in the other person's shoes so that you can see things from their perspective. Be truthful, caring and honest. ● Listen actively and ask follow-up questions. ● Be empathetic and offer emotional validation so that they feel seen and heard. It is forbidden to judge, but try to understand. ● ⏱ Be aware of your speaking time for Equally Speak. ● 🤫 Be aware never to provoke political or religious ideologies, but to accept differences of belief. Advice on non-violent communication can be given in the meeting to learn not to unintentionally hurt anyone when requested or needed. ● 🚨 Remember to maintain a safe, and benevolent environment. People who are considered to be disruptive, problematic or simply not in tune with the energy of the group will not be allowed to return. Finally, we're hug-friendly !!! 🤗

Meditation practice with short sutra service, dharma talk and discussion.

RSVP here to join us for BRUNCH Before MARTY SUPREME at the Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall! We have a 2pm reservation so meet the group there around 1:55pm! We’ll have a large table reserved for the group but seating is limited. As a courtesy to the restaurant and your movie group friends, PLEASE….. Only RSVP if you plan to attend. Try to avoid last minute cancelations or no shows. If your plans change, please try to update your RSVP by Friday before the event. If there is a waiting list and you’re on it, please be sure to check the morning of the event to see if any space has opened up. ABOUT THE RESTAURANT: The Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall is set in a historic landmark with multiple bars and dining areas, 24 taps and great globally inspired food. Rooted in the historic beauty of Franklin Park, the Beer Hall was built in the late 1800’s and preserves the original masonry and character as an historic landmark. CBC Beer Hall is located next door to the East Market at 200 Kelton Avenue, Columbus, OH! ABOUT THE MENU: Their Brunch Menu features an array of fun apps, fritters, wings, and tons of breakfast options like steak and eggs, cornmeal pancakes & tenders, breakfast tacos (including a vegan version), skillets, French toast, and more! For the vegetarians/vegans in the group, their menu is super veg friendly with vegan sausage and crispy tofu! BRUNCH MENU: https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#brunch-menu-drinks FOOD MENU: https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu PLAN: We have a 2pm reservation so we’ll meet at the restaurant at 1:55pm! We’ll have one bit table reserved for the group. Seating is limited – please RSVP here to join us for the Brunch portion of this event. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Jennings Java Artisan Coffee Roasters](https://www.jenningsjava.com/)!

Welcome, readers! ❄️ Our December read is **_A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella._** A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella is a tender, character-driven novel that follows three people in a small Pennsylvania town as they each cope with loss and seek connection. Chuck, a widower, struggles to find meaning after his wife’s death; Ella, a young woman, faces the heartbreak of her missing daughter; and Kirsten, a veterinary technician, grieves her father while contemplating her future. Their stories intertwine gently, revealing how grief and hope coexist—and how even small acts of kindness can help people rediscover purpose and peace in the aftermath of tragedy. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! At this meeting, our third annual White Elephant book exchange will take place! If you'd like to participate, bring a gift-wrapped book that you already own. On the gift wrap, write the genre of the book. We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

Join us as we kick the New Year with a fun Happy Hour and your choice of two fun, new films! Option 1 is the biographical-musical-docu-drama, SONG SUNG BLUE, which stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson in the story about a real-life couple and Neil Diamond Tribute Duo. Option 2 is the comedy-action-adventure ACACONDA, which stars Jack Black and Paul Rudd as part of a group of friends remaking a favorite movie from their youth. Here’s a complete description, trailer and our plan for this event: SONG SUNG BLUE: The film follows Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, who experience success and heartbreak in their musical journey together. Not a tribute to Neil Diamond, but a tribute to a Neil Diamond Tribute Band! The film is based on the 2008 documentary of the same name and is directed by Craig Brewer. It stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, along with Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir, Hudson Hensley, Fisher Stevens and Jim Belushi. Critics call the film, “a crowd-pleaser with a ton of heart!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCM0Ztp3o1o ANACONDA: In this action-thriller-comedy-adventure, a group of friends going through a mid-life crisis head to the jungle to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter “unexpected events.” The film is directed by Tom Gormican and stars Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Selton Mello, Daniela Melchior, Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn. The film is a reimagining of the 1997 original. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMsFsfrPNaw PLAN: We’ll kick off the event with a pre-show Happy Hour at nearby Bravo! We’ll confirm the details and exact meeting time once we get the showtimes, but planning for 5 to 5:30pm for the Happy Hour and a 7pm-ish showing of both films. For the movies, we’ll meet inside the lobby area about 20 minutes before showtimes! Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your Movie of Choice and seat number in the Comments below. Complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan