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Politischer Diskurs - Pflege & Haushalt
Der politische Diskurs ist für alle diejenigen, die politische und gesellschaftliche Themen verfolgen und sich gerne darüber austauschen wollen. Wir alle wissen, dass der Vorteil einer Demokratie gegenüber autoritären Systemen darin besteht, dass Meinungen geäußert und Kritik geübt werden kann - so let's do this! Jedesmal steht ein neues, eher generelles Thema im Zentrum, über das wir uns respektvoll austauschen wollen.
Das Thema unseres kommenden Abends ist die Frage: **Pflege & Haushalt - wer macht's?**
Interessante Informationsquellen für:
[Nationale_Politik](https://www.deutschlandfunk.de/podcast-106.html), [News_aus_Wirtschaft](https://open.spotify.com/show/0MqROiCw2Vl0aVqxWdPjRC?si=dioN4162TqytZm210rXpYw), [Internationale_Nachrichten](https://ground.news/)
**WhatsApp Gruppenchat**: Regt dich ein Politiker / eine Argumentationslinie auf? Hast du einen Podcast gehört, den du unbedingt teilen und mit anderen besprechen willst? Möchtest du aktiv bei der Themenwahl unserer Diskussionsabende teilnehmen, dann kannst du das [hier](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GkOfXfOypFC3YCzwHJ4b1X).
Wir freuen uns auf deine Ansichten!
Foto Imago / Photothek / Ute Grabowsky
Improv Thursdays 🎭
Ready to break routine and try something new? Every Thursday evening, we turn a simple rehearsal room into a space for play, connection, and creativity. No scripts, no pressure—just two hours of pure improvisation.
Through theatre games, storytelling, and spontaneous scenes, you’ll discover how to:
• Think faster and trust your instincts.
• Collaborate with people you’ve just met.
• Let go of self-judgment and enjoy the unexpected.
💡 No acting background needed—if you can listen, laugh, and say “yes”, you’re ready.
Your Facilitator – Marianne
A theatre director and improvisation facilitator, Marianne has led workshops in Berlin, Düsseldorf, and London. Her approach is playful, inclusive, and focused on creating a supportive space where everyone can shine.
📅 When & Where
🗓 Thursdays, 18:30–20:30
📍 Boxhagener Straße 18, 10245-
🔗 Sliding Scale Tickets – 5 € / 10 € / 15 €12 spots only – book in advance to secure your place.
💬📲 Can't make it but you want to be part of the community? Here‘s the link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EcNOFzscHnYBeUxUkNjsXP?mode=ems_copy_c
Come curious, leave inspired!
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/improv-thursdays-tickets-1586525694059?aff=oddtdtcreator
Exploring The Inner Commons - workshop, personal sustainability
Talk & Workshop - **Exploring The Inner Commons**
a deep dive into personal sustainability by Scott Bolden, Founder of Baumhaus Berlin Workshop from 18:30 - 20:00
If you really want to make the world a better place then a great place is to start with yourself because no matter where you go or what you do, you can not escape yourself... Besides, doesn't it make sense that a truly sustainable society would be composed of more balanced individuals?
**The Inner Commons is an intuitively understandable, flexible and contextual framework** developed by Scott Bolden that can be used to catalyze a process of self understanding and resolving common issues we all deal with. The concepts discussed in this workshop are based on simple, root level, universal experiences of the human condition and a bit of common sense. Because of this, insights that participants gain about themselves can also provide insights to understanding and resolving issues with others as well.
Requirements: comfortable clothing, a notebook and an open mind...
Please confirm participation with a short email to info@baumhausberlin.de with the subject: Inner Commons
Donate-as-you-feel after the workshop (includes coffee, tea, water & snacks)
We ask participants to consider:
• their personal budget
• the value of their experiences during the workshop in the Baumhaus
• the value of supporting the Baumhaus so that we can continue facilitating these and various other types of experiences
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support Baumhaus crowdfunding campaign ( https://www.goodcrowd.org/saving-das-baumhaus )
Baumhaus Berlin
Gerichtstr. 23 VH Eg
13347 Berlin
Product Round Neukölln (Monthly Meetup)
Join us for a casual Product Round in Neukölln — a relaxed evening for **product people** who enjoy meaningful conversations and a **user-first mindset**.
🗓 **When?**
Every last Thursday of the month
(Join the group to get 🔔 reminders and 📍 location updates.)
👋 **Who it’s for**
• Designers (UX / UI)
• PMs & POs
• Developers & Engineers
• Researchers
• Aspiring product people
💬 **What to expect**
• Casual conversations about real product work
• Sharing experiences, challenges, and learnings
• Getting to know other product people in Berlin
• No talks, no presentations, no pressure
• Just drinks, chats, and good company
🚫 **Please note**
This is a **no-sales, no-pitch, no-dating space**.
The goal is simple: connect, exchange, and enjoy the conversation.
If you care about **building products with users in mind** and want to meet like-minded people — this is for you.
See you there! 😊
Phil
Vegan Social Drinks - Singles Only Edition *Please read everything*
**Important:**
\*\*This event is for Vegans only. If you do not identify as Vegan or 100% plant-based, please do not RSVP.\*\*
\*\*This is **not** a dating event; it's just a casual, friendly space to mingle with other Vegan singles\*\*
\*\*Veganism is an ethical philosophy that rejects the oppression and exploitation of other animals\*\*
**Vegan Social Drinks - Singles Edition**
We’re excited to host another social drinks evening, this time with a small twist: it’s exclusively for single Vegans.
Join us for a relaxed night to meet, chat, and connect with like‑minded people in Berlin.
**Where:** Atopia Kaffehaus, Prenzlauerberg
**When:** 26 February, from 19:00 onwards
**Registration:** Your spot is confirmed only once you are on the *Going* list.
When you arrive, please check in with one of the hosts (Cristina or Chetan) and grab a name sticker so others know you’re part of the group.
Please note that we have a zero-tolerance policy for hate, discrimination, or disrespect of any kind. This space is meant to be safe, inclusive, and welcoming for vegans of all kinds.
Chess Evening
**👋 Hello Strangers! —** For all players and chess-curious folks out there who want to chill, make friends, and enjoy some chess: We are hosting a daily meetup in Mitte / Prenzlauerberg for all experience levels. It doesn't matter if you just watched the Queen's Gambit or if you have been playing regularly for a while.
**Join us** — Daily from 7 pm till midnight.
**Expected Behavior** — [Conduct](https://strangerchess.com/conduct/)
**Pics** · [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/strangerchess/) / **Chat** · [Telegram](https://t.me/strangerchess) / **Web** · [Strangerchess.com](https://strangerchess.com/)
(No need to bring anything, boards, clocks, etc. are provided)
An die Bücher!
Die Treffen finden hybrid statt, also online und vor Ort.
Den Link für meinen digitalen Raum schicke ich am **Tag des Treffens** per Meetup-Mail an alle Teilnehmerinnen - schaut also bitte in euer Postfach bei Meetup! :-)
Wir werden lesen, diskutieren, Erfahrungen austauschen, voneinander lernen und uns mit Themen kritisch auseinander setzen.
Mitbringen braucht ihr nur das jeweilige Buch.
Euch erwartet ein hoffentlich geselliger, inspirierender und unterhaltsamer Abend.
Zum 26.02. lesen wir "Wer hat Angst vor Gender?" von Judith Butler.
Ich freue mich auf euch!
Progressives Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Productive Sunday Morning - Co-Working Session (Deep Work, all work welcome)
Hey everyone!
I’m organising a co-working + socialising session for all of us who like to work on something (e.g. our own project, freelance or remote work) but don't feel like sitting alone at home. 🙂
To ensure that we have both **socialising** AND **working**, we will be using the so called “Pomodoro” technique:
**50min of deep work** (silent), followed by **10min of break** to socialise. Then repeat! If you get into flow, you're also welcome to skip the breaks.
It’s an effective way to stay focused - you can read more about it [here](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique).
Anyone from any background is welcome, whatever project you are working on or whatever is your personal background.
I (the host) speak English and German, so either is fine :-)
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AGENDA:
* **15min Intro**
* Get to know everyone, talk about what you will work on today
* **Pomodoro Session** (3x) - *Each Pomodoro session consists* *of...*
* ...**50min** of uninterrupted “deep work” (no talking, no interruptions, no phones)
* ...**10min** of break: share your progress with others, talk about what you are stuck on etc.
* Repeat
* Conclude and celebrate your progress
Share your progress, socialise and get to know others 😊
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We'll be at the Social Hub Berlin (they have a food menu in case you get hungry). The structured part will end at 2:30pm, but you're welcome to stay longer, go for lunch together, or leave earlier. See you there 🩵
**\*\*We'll reserve the long table. Please update your RSVP in advance if you can't attend!\*\***
Short & Sweet Improv Jam
It's short-form improv by the sweetest people on earth, including... YOU!
Hosted by members of ImprovWorks, it's Berlin's only short-form improv jam! We'll pick some improv games in a range of difficulties, and if you want to play, just sign up.
We aim to create an atmosphere where both first-timers can feel comfortable and supported getting on stage, and more experienced performers can get some fun practice.
Doors: 19:30, Jam: 20:00
Tickets are free, but limited in number, get yours in advance to avoid disappointment: [https://www.improvworksberlin.com/shows](https://www.improvworksberlin.com/shows)
Day Club! - Dance, Work, Socialize, Chill, Eat & Drink Healthy!
At night you can go to a night club. During the day it's time for Day Club!
Stop by Baumhaus between 13:00 and 20:00 to enjoy Day Club, a resonant way to spend time in a unique and inspiring atmosphere! The main room is an Open Greeting Zone where you can feel free to introduce yourself to anyone around and expect the same in return.
Get to know interesting people, get some work done or have a meeting in the quiet space, dance in the main room, prepare group meals in the kitchen, enjoy healthy drinks and snacks or feel free to bring your own.
No need to get drunk or hang out in a smokey room late at night to get your social fix or have some fun connecting with yourself and others. We will have great playlists and even some dj's, beat makers and other live artists from time to time.
There will also be free and donation based workshops for Day Clubbers. Feel free to suggest program and topics.
Entry - 10€ - 20€ pay for the value of your experience, not material stuff!
CLOSER x-dance | Inviting your Erotic Pulse via a 5Rhythms Dance Journey
**✧ FOR YOU ✧**
Maybe you’re curious about eroticism as life force —
about playing with sensuality, clothing, and aliveness in a safe(r) space. Maybe you just love good music and want to dance outside the club.
CLOSER x-dance is for all who want to explore the meeting of movement, creativity x life force energy.
CLOSER x-dance is open to all, creating a safe(r) space for different horizons, sexual orientations and experiences.
***No previous experience required.***
**✦ WHAT IS CLOSER x-dance ✦**
CLOSER x-dance is a dedication to unshackling any chains that teach us to separate our inherent er-t\*c aliveness from the rest of ourselves. It is an invitation to embrace the sensual when it arises, to grant permission to our emotions, and to move with creative play in a spontaneous movement journey.
Guided by an eclectic wave of sound and inspirational prompts,
you’ll move through the 5Rhythms — five life energies that rise and fall like a wave.
✺ **Three ingredients shape each journey** ✺
✺ Celebration of you - Nothing to get "right"
✺ Invitations - Follow what feels true for you
✺ Presence - Dance becomes a meditation in motion
**⟢ CONTRIBUTION ⟣**
⟢ €15 \(Reduced\) \| €20 \(Regular\) \| €25 \(Supportive\)
⟢ Buy at www.samarlinn.com/events or cash at the door
**⋰ WHAT TO EXPECT ⋱**
⋰ Entry from 19.15 - Please note entry after 19.45 isn’t possible.
⋰ Warm-up + Introduction
⋰ Guided music wave — move, release, reconnect
⋰ Take it further - open space after class to connect
⋰ No phones on the dance floor
Baumhaus Open Networking + Bio-Vegan Buffet + Crowdfunding Launch!
# **Program Feb 28, 2026: Community Night**
#### Special Theme: Baumhaus General Meeting
Since 2015 Community Networking Night is all about bringing together people from many walks of life who share a common desire to do what they can to make the world a better place. Enjoy meeting people in an authentic and informal atmosphere, developing organic relationships, sharing perspectives and collaboratively supporting each other. This time we go for the free flow open house vibe. Stop by whenever share your ideas for what you would like to see happen or help make happen at Baumhaus in the coming months as we reactivate. Contribute to the [Baumhaus crowdfunding campaign](https://www.goodcrowd.org/saving-das-baumhaus) and spread the word!
https://www.goodcrowd.org/saving-das-baumhaus
**14:00 \- 19:00 \| Arrival & Community Connection**
Open networking in our Open Greeting Zone where you can feel free to introduce yourself to anyone in the space at any time and expect the same in return. Settle in, grab some water, coffee or tea, and connect with fellow change makers. Get a first hand look at our current mosaic project we just installed and learn how you can join in with this or other collaborative projects in Baumhaus like replanting some plants in our vertical garden with our worm compost soil.
Our special guests, Agnes and Denny from Solar Punk Now will be around to talk about their [PLAYtoGROW full day workshop](https://solarpunknow.world/en/pages/playtogrow-tagesworkshop) based on the principals of permaculture they will host at Baumhaus on March 7 & 15.
**18:00 \- 19:45 \| Community Cooking**
Join us in the the kitchen to see how we can take our selection of food sharing donations and bio veggies straight from the regenerative farm and create a delicious vegan menu. Bring something to tie your hair back if you would like to join in, we provide the aprons!
**18:30 \- 19:30 \| Baumhaus General Meeting**
Join us in the the main room to find out the what is happening at the core of the Baumhaus, where things are headed next and how you can join in or support. Bring your enthusiasm, ideas and appetite because we will meet until shortly before the buffet opens.
**20:00 Community Night Buffet Opening** – it’s all vegan, with CSA/Solawi veggies and some food sharing items plus the standard tea, water, coffee or bring your own drinks! We recommend joining us the latest at this time so you can enjoy some of the food:)
**21:00 “News You Can Use”** – you can briefly (1min) introduce yourself, let us know what you need help with, if you have resources to share/offer or know of something interesting going on we might want to know about
**21:30 Cleaning the kitchen** loading the dishwasher, cleaning the pots washing the dishes
**21:45 “FLOW” group vocal meditation** (seminar room) – more info here - [https://www.baumhausberlin.de/en/flow/](https://www.baumhausberlin.de/en/flow/)
**23:00 end at Baumhaus** and head over to Panke Club...
check out pics from our last events on our News and Events page or here - [https://www.facebook.com/baumhausberlin/photos_albums](https://www.facebook.com/baumhausberlin/photos_albums?__cft__[0]=AZVdWIgHkPFOHjg4LXA50TXTugfTmpaDbDA_7ZECr1XNXuD64Dx-UQRG6eO1HzGH6Ngmy--X36f4_KR3loNevkF_iniyQoqZicNQ7LDO5XMzjaWTUERfBuOdALSeWa4ocZ7wnMcX5Nq7rh9JO8QNCFER&__tn__=q)
Sprachcafé
Unser internationales Sprachcafé richtet sich an Alt- und Neu-Berliner\*innen, Reisende und Anwohner\*innen - alle sind willkommen!
Bei heißem Tee und Kaffee und frischen Waffeln könnt ihr mit Menschen aus aller Welt ins Gespräch kommen. Um das Eis zu brechen, haben wir verschiedene Spieleinheiten vorbereitet - wie zum Beispiel ein Kennlern-Bingo, Impro-Theater-Übungen und ein kleines Berlin-Quiz. Selbstverständlich ist die Teilnahme an den Spielen freiwillig und ihr könnt euch gerne einfach gemütlich unterhalten. Wir möchten vor allem Sprachstudierende ermutigen teilzunehmen, und Berlin in diesem Rahmen aus verschiedenen Perspektiven kennenzulernen, persönliche Kontakte zu knüpfen und in das kulturelle Kiezleben der Stadt einzutauchen.
Teilnahme auf Spendenbasis
Women's Empowerment Meetup with Philia
Thoughtworks is happy to host our friends from Philia. Philia is a community that endorses mutual support and sisterhood as a global empowerment network. We will come together for an evening full of new and positive connections:
**Join us for an inspiring Women’s Empowerment Meetup! 🌟**
Connect with like-minded women, share your stories, and empower each other in a supportive and inclusive environment. This event is designed to foster connections, build confidence, and provide valuable insights for personal and professional growth.
**What to Expect:**
* **Engaging Discussions:** Participate in thought-provoking conversations on topics that matter to you.
* **Networking Opportunities:** Meet and connect with women from diverse backgrounds.
* **Empowerment Exercises:** Take part in activities designed to boost your confidence and self-awareness.
**Prepare for the Meetup:**
Before attending, we encourage you to complete the **[Energy Snapshot](https://wearephilia.com/)**[ ](https://wearephilia.com/)**[Exercise](https://wearephilia.com/)**. This exercise will help you gain deeper insights into your energy levels and prepare you for a more enriching experience at the event.
**Learn More & Join Us Elsewhere:**
To learn more about who we are, discover other upcoming events, and find out how you can get involved with our community, visit this page: **[Philia Meetups Overview](https://wearephilia.notion.site/Welcome-to-Philia-cfdfbff0725b421a9555bb2ae6f9dd20)**
Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself and others in a dynamic and supportive setting. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you wanna know more about this great community around The Philia Project, check out their [Meetup page here](https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/global-womens-empowerment-network/).
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**Code of Conduc**t
We adhere to the [Berlin Code of Conduct](https://berlincodeofconduct.org/) to ensure a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants. The event space operates under largely compatible [Thoughtworks Meetups & Events CoC](https://www.thoughtworks.com/en-de/about-us/events/code-of-conduct-germany).
**Accessibility**
The Location is accessible for wheelchair users. This includes the entrance (no steps to get into the location), toilets and the stage.
Progressives Events Near You
Connect with your local Progressives community
Humanist Program: Fighting the Efforts to Insert Religion into Public Education
The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event.
Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk.
Our March speakers are Molly Gaines and Zack Parrish, co-organizers of the Secular Education Association:
They will share their story of how a small group of Ohio parents grew into a national organization tracking released-time religious instruction and other church–state issues in public schools. The presentation will cover SEA’s early wins and hard lessons, what we’re seeing nationally right now, and how local advocates can play a meaningful role in protecting public education. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the landscape — and practical ways to get involved.
Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online
Join Zoom Meeting
[https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1)
Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953
Passcode: 760812
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The formal presentation will start at noon
Eat Pupusas. Skate. Support Local. 🛼🎉
Join us for a fun Saturday evening starting with dinner at Ranchero Kitchen at 6:30 PM, where we’ll be supporting an immigrant-owned local business.
Pupusas:
Beans, Potatoes, Veggie
Homemade juices:
Passionfruit, Tamarind, Horchata, Pineapple-cashew
After dinner, we’ll head to Skate Zone 71 from 8:00–10:30 PM for skating, music, and good vibes.
Come hungry and ready to roll! 😋🛼
Locations:
Ranchero Kitchen
984 Morse Rd
Columbus, OH 43229
(Same plaza as Ohio BMV license bureau)
Skate Zone 71
4900 Evanswood Dr
Columbus, OH 43229
In-Person Event: The Answers to Depression & Anxiety
This is an in-person meeting. At this meeting you will get answers to depression and anxiety. Find out the source of them and how to get rid of them.
Did you know that unwanted emotions like anxiety, depression, unhappiness, loneliness, hopelessness, anger, fear, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not due to a chemical imbalance in your brain from some nebulous chemical reaction "by chance".
Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you.
The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life.
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio and Church of Scientology of Central Ohio.
Free Seminar: How to Improve Your Self Confidence & Social Life
Come attend a free in-person seminar where you will find out why you:
-Feel isolated
-Can't express yourself openly
-Get nervous or anxious in front of people
-Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied
-Feel introverted
-Don't feel comfortable in any social setting
-Can't make more friends
-Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way
And we cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above.
This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us!
COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY
This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!





















