Women's Book Club

📖 **Stop standing in your own way and unlock your true potential** 📚 🗓 **Date:** Tuesday 30.06 🎟 **Entry:** 5 CHF (tea & snack included) **🔗Registration required:** [LINK](https://www.eversports.ch/org/activity/419379f2-5c06-434c-a63f-307a941a2120) 🕗 **Time:** 18:30 – 20:00 📍**Location:** [ANNTIN studio, ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/6XoEGBx1ahV9utHB7)**[Glattbrugg train station](https://maps.app.goo.gl/6XoEGBx1ahV9utHB7)** (10 min from HB, 7 min from Hardbrücke, 2 min from Oerlikon) ⸻ **What to expect** 📖 **18:30 – 19:30:** Group discussion & book insights ☕ **19:30 – 20:00:** Unmoderated social time & connections ⸻ Reclaim your focus and get inspired! In a world full of daily distractions, we’re coming together to dive into **"The Mountain Is You" by Brianna Wiest.** This is a powerful space to discuss self-sabotage, understand why we do it, and share practical insights on how to transform our biggest internal challenges into giant leaps forward. This is a space to stay motivated through the ups and downs of life by sharing how these ideas actually work in practice. We’ll spend the first hour exchanging observations about the book as a group. The final 30 minutes are unmoderated, giving you the chance to chat naturally in smaller groups or one-on-one. It’s an easy-going way to take some time for yourself, get back into reading, and meet like-minded people who value personal development. 🎟 While the book club discussion itself is free, a 5 CHF commitment ticket is required to secure your spot and help us manage exact participant numbers. Your ticket includes tea and snack on site. [LINK ](https://www.eversports.ch/org/activity/419379f2-5c06-434c-a63f-307a941a2120)to registration ⚠️ **Please cancel if you know you can't come**, so we can prepare the space accordingly. **In case of any questions contact us here:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CSCUj3b814E7OagroDneOO?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CSCUj3b814E7OagroDneOO?mode=gi_t)

[Exceptionally at ramram cafe, inside the PBZ Altstadt library, while Strauhof is closed for the summer!] Join us for an opportunity to enjoy, discuss and learn from excellent writing. We'll have a semi-private room at The Alehouse, with three reading and discussion slots and an opportunity to meet other writers. A few notes for prospective writers: 1. You aren’t required to share your own work and should feel encouraged to attend simply to enjoy and discuss the work of others, if you prefer. 1. All genres, formats, and styles of creative writing welcome, noting that the focus will be on discussing English-language fiction (or creative non-fiction). Poetry is likely to be better suited to the marvellous Zürich Poetry Club. 1. All abilities are welcome, from those just starting out to those who have already made progress in their writing, from hobbyists to professionals. 1. There will be three reading slots for each session, allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. Please indicate in the comments for the event if you would like to share something. 1. If you would like to share your writing with the group, you can do so either by reading aloud or allowing group members to read directly. You can expect to read for 5-7 minutes (approximately 600-1000 words) with 15-20 minutes provided for discussion afterwards. 1. If possible, please bring sufficient copies of any writing that you would like to present, so that everyone can read it themselves. You can also request written feedback. 1. Improving as a writer requires both guidance and encouragement, so you can expect the discussion to be constructive and courteous - we all know how challenging it can be. We hope that you will be able to join, and look forward to seeing you there!

Welcome to the Japanese Literature Book Club! We meet once a month to discuss our current book. Whether you're a seasoned reader of Mishima, Dazai and Tanizaki, or completely new to Japanese literature, all are welcome. Our next book will be: [Tokyo These Days Vol. 1 by Taiyo Matsumoto (MANGA!)](https://www.orellfuessli.ch/shop/home/artikeldetails/A1069019419) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Willkommen beim Buchklub für japanische Literatur! Wir treffen uns einmal im Monat, um unser aktuelles Buch zu besprechen. Ob Sie nun ein erfahrener Leser von Mishima, Dazai und Tanizaki sind oder ganz neu in der japanischen Literatur, alle sind willkommen. Unser nächstes Buch wird sein: [Tokyo These Days Vol. 1 by Taiyo Matsumoto (MANGA!) ](https://www.orellfuessli.ch/shop/home/artikeldetails/A1069019419)

**Und was Unternehmen daraus über Sichtbarkeit, Kontrolle und Vertrauen in der KI-Welt lernen.** «Stöck, Wyys, Stich.» In der Schweiz weiss jeder sofort, was gespielt wird. Die grossen KI-Modelle kennen unser Kulturgut jedoch nur oberflächlich. Wo das Trainingsmaterial dünn ist, erfinden sie die Regeln mit voller Überzeugung. Dasselbe Problem hat fast jede Firma mit ihrem internen Fach- und Produktwissen. Remo Prinz zeigt, wie man durch strukturierte Daten Teil des KI-Training Korpus wird, verlässlich zitiert wird und dieses Fundament über ein autorisiertes Model Context Protocol (MCP) zu einer kontrollierten, vertrauenswürdigen Live-Quelle ausbaut. Ist es ausserdem möglich, ein Modell zu trainieren, das nicht nur perfekt jasst, sondern als geduldiger Mentor jeden Zug erklären kann? Ein Abend über Tradition, strukturierte Daten – und die Frage, wie Organisationen in der KI-Welt zur Quelle werden, der die Maschinen vertrauen.

A non-obvious English stand-up night with comics from Zurich and beyond. Expect loose ideas, polished bits, unexpected jokes, and laughter from places you don’t expect. **Tickets** on >> **[Eventfrog here](https://eventfrog.ch/jokes-jokes-jokes)** << Hosted by Swiss-based comedian **Łukasz Segiet aka Woocash ([@woocash.comedy](https://instagram.com/woocash.comedy))**, known for off-beat, unpredictable, vibe-driven comedy and a favourite among fellow comedians for his distinctive, non-obvious approach. He invites a lineup of friends and local comics to share the stage each edition. **Doors Open: 19:00** **Show Begins: 19:30** **Tickets** on >> **[Eventfrog here](https://eventfrog.ch/jokes-jokes-jokes)** <<

Hello, dear Moms! With a great pleasure I invite you to **Postnatal Yoga** classes! This is a recovery for your body, mind and soul. With this Kundalini-inspired yoga program you can enjoy time for yourself after the birth, recharge your batteries and rebuild your pelvic floor, abdominal and back muscles. The focus of this course is specifically on the muscles that every mother needs to strengthen. The breathing exercises and meditation also help to promote healing processes and to fully settle into the motherhood.

**An inspiring start into the weekend!** Bring your latest (or favorite) non-fiction, personal growth book. Share your impressions, insights, recommendations. Learn about other books for other brilliant women. Get inspired by great conversation and connection. NOTE: The number of participants is limited to 6, so please make sure to RSVP and change it if something comes up. Thanks!

**Come for lunch. Leave with a draft.** Think you don’t have time to write? Think again. Fuel your lunch break with literature and instant inspiration at the **Zurich Writes! Lunch Club**. **12:15 - Fuel up:** Grab a sandwich or toastie at **Café ramram**, a new creative hub inside the ground floor of the historic Pestalozzi library in Old Town **12:30 - 13:30** **Spark**: Get inspired by a selected literary text **Write**: Put pen to paper with a writing prompt (25min) **Connect**: Share and chat about your work The writing prompts are cross-genre and can be applied to any form you write in - fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, etc. Feel free to use the time to work on a piece of writing outside of the prompt as well, this space is for wherever your creativity takes you! About the host: Yun Wei holds an MFA in poetry from Brooklyn College and studied at Georgetown and LSE. A recipient of the Boulevard Poetry Contest and Veasna So Fiction Scholarship, her stories and poems appear in *Adroit, Poetry Daily, Wigleaf, Michigan Quarterly* and over 20 other journals. She teaches workshops for Geneva Writers Group and International Women’s Writing Guild. IG: @pomegranatewei

Bienvenida al del club de lectura en Zürich! Un espacio para conectar, compartir y conocernos entre lectoras que viven en Zürich y alrededores.
 El libro elegido para la próxima reunión es: **Un mundo Feliz de Aldous Huxley** así que tienes hasta el **04 de Julio** para leerlo y unirte a nuestra discusión. El enfoque lector del club es amplio: ficción, fantasía y novelas de todo tipo **¿Para quién es?** Para personas mayores de edad que quieran participar en un club de lectura. Será un espacio relajado, basado en el respeto y el amor por los libros. **¿Qué necesitas?** - Una libreta, lápiz o bolígrafo - Una manta - Agua y snacks para ti y/o para compartir. - El libro en físico o digital (opcional) Antes de hablar del libro haremos algunas actividades para romper el hielo, compartiremos tips para conseguir un hábito lector y hablaremos de recomendaciones lectoras. Como **recomendación** puedes tomar notas del libro, si eso te ayuda a recordar mejor. El debate no será académico, será sobre las opiniones personales de personajes, narrativa, historia, etc. Confirmaré unos días antes si, por motivos de clima, cambiamos a una cafetería. Si no llueve, nos vemos en el lugar indicado. (Revisa los mensajes del evento un par de días antes) Por favor sé puntual😊

Te invito a practicar KINAM Pero.. ¿qué es Kinam? KINAM es un sistema de entrenamiento del cuerpo y la mente que tiene dos propósitos principales: armonizar al individuo de manera integral y acercarlo vivencialmente a las raíces del México antiguo (Anáhuac). Sábado 4 de Julio a las 10am Duración 1.5 horas Práctica guiada en Español Aportación voluntaria en efectivo llevar ropa cómoda y tapete de yoga En Josefwiese, Zurich Ubicación: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MWWEBCmEQJWznQWBA más información sobre KINAM: https://www.institutokinam.com Práctica guiada por : @gracyatl.kinam Whatsapp: +52 333 15 77602 NOTA: si llueve se cancela

We live in an age of unprecedented progress. Advances in medicine, technology, education, and human rights have given us opportunities and freedoms that previous generations could not even imagine. Yet, despite these achievements, many of us feel increasingly anxious, restless, exhausted, and overwhelmed. How can a society that has gained so much leave so many feeling depleted and always lonhing for more? The philosopher Byung-Chul Han argues that this is not a contradiction, but a defining **feature** of our time. In his book *The Burnout Society*, he suggests that the crisis of modern life stems not from **oppression**, prohibition, or negativity, but from an **excess of positivity**—the constant pressure to achieve, optimize, perform, and become more. Han captures this paradox in one of his most famous observations: *"The complaint of the depressive individual, 'Nothing is possible,' can only occur in a society that thinks, 'Nothing is impossible.'"* In a world where limitless possibility has become an expectation, failure, exhaustion, and inadequacy are increasingly experienced as personal shortcomings rather than social problems. Today, we will explore Han's diagnosis of the modern condition, why burnout has become so widespread, and what his philosophy reveals about a possible way out. **Preparation:** You can get a good introduction of the topic by watchin one of the below videos: [Why We're All Burning Out: Byung-Chul](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlRlWuEyt8E) [Achievment Society - Byung-Chul Han | Philosophize This](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm56nQ31kBk) **For Philosophical Minds Zurich theme events in general:** At our theme events, we begin with a brief topic introduction, followed by engaging discussions in small groups. It’s all about conversation, not just listening. Also, please note, we keep the atmosphere relaxed and informal—**there’s** **no pressure to speak in front of anyone**. **Important:** When you register for the event, please commit to it and don't be a NO SHOW. Presumably, when the ancient philosophers decided to go to an event, they kept to it.
 We look forward to seeing you. **Payment:** You can pay at the venue (Twint/Revolut/Cash). Thus, if you want to register at Meetup just click attend - no more needed ;). We look forward to seeing you.

Join us for an informal networking walk with our women’s business group. We will meet in front of Starbucks Silhcity at **10:15**. Anyone who would like to grab a coffee can do so before we start walking together at **10:30**. The walk will take us through **Allmend Wiese** and will last around **1.5 - 2 hours**. The idea is to keep the atmosphere relaxed and natural: we’ll walk, talk, switch conversation partners, and get to know each other while on the go. This meetup is a chance to connect with other women in business, exchange experiences, share ideas, and build new professional relationships in an informal setting. ☔️ Please note: if the weather is very bad, we may need to postpone the meetup. 👟 The walk takes ci. 1,5-2 hours. It’s mostly flat with a short up the hill section but it’s NOT a hike. But comfortable shoes are recommended! 📸 Photos may be taken during the event. If you are uncomfortable being photographed, please let the organizer know before or at the beginning of the meetup. ☎️ I may also ask you to share your WhatsApp number so I can keep you updated about our exact location in case you arrive late. Looking forward to walking, chatting, and connecting with you!

Welcome, readers! Our July read is ***A Short Walk Through a Wide World*** *by Douglas Westerbeke*. We'll follow a young woman bound by a mysterious condition that forces her to keep moving across the globe. As she journeys through vibrant cities, quiet landscapes, and centuries of time, each stop reveals new connections, fleeting relationships, and deeper questions about belonging. The novel blends adventure with introspection, exploring what it means to search for home when you can never stay in one place. It’s both a love letter to the vastness of the world and a poignant meditation on identity, memory, and human connection. Looking forward to discussing with everyone 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!

You might check out the [Columbus Book Festival](https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/) the weekend prior! Celebrating Pride Month and Juneteenth [Columbus library link to book](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3366564) We're going some place new! (to us) Location: [Tupelo Honey](https://tupelohoneycafe.com/) 1678 W. Lane Ave., · Columbus, US [Menu](https://tupelohoneycafe.com/columbus/menu/) Book summary: A singular and stunning debut novel about the forbidden union between two enslaved young men on a Deep South plantation, the refuge they find in each other, and a betrayal that threatens their existence

Come join us to discuss our July pick "Tusk Love" by Thea Guanzon! Book description: A merchant’s daughter who yearns for adventure gets more than she bargained for when she falls for a broodingly handsome stranger in this saucy romantasy from the New York Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars. “A true delight of a book! Spicy and heartfelt—this one is a winner all around.”—Katee Robert, author of Neon Gods As the daughter of an ambitious merchant, Guinevere’s path has been predetermined: marry into a noble house of the Dwendalian Empire, raise her family’s station, and live quietly as a lordling’s obedient wife. But Guinevere longs for a life unbounded by expectations, for freedom and passion and adventure. Those distant dreams become a sudden reality when her caravan is beset by bandits, leaving her guards slain and Guinevere stranded alone on the dangerous Amber Road. Her only chance of survival is to travel alongside Oskar, the aloof half-orc who saved her during the attack. Unlike Guinevere, Oskar’s path is not so set in stone. With his mother dead and his apprenticeship abandoned, all that’s left is a long, lonely walk to a land he’s never seen to find family he’s never met. The last thing he needs is a spoiled waif like Guinevere slowing him down—even if the spark between them sizzles with promise. Despite his cold exterior, Oskar is brave and thoughtful and unlike anyone Guinevere has ever met. And while Guinevere may be sheltered, she brings out a softness in him that he has never dared to feel before. As the flames of their passion grow, they realize that soon they’ll need to choose between their expected destinations or their blossoming romance. Written by New York Times bestselling author Thea Guanzon at the behest of Critical Role’s Jester Lavorre, Tusk Love brings the most romantic story on Exandrian bookshelves to life.

Join us to discuss our August read, Dire Bound, as we paint small canvases! Book description: Fourth Wing meets The Hunger Games in this spicy, page-turning romantasy where humans and direwolves forge unbreakable bonds and fight for survival at all costs. Only the worthy survive the Bonding Trials. She’ll risk her life—and her heart—to be one of them. Meryn Cooper has always hated the Bonded, elite warriors who form mental links with the massive, vicious direwolves they ride. While they live in luxury, Meryn struggles to keep her family out of poverty. When her little sister, Saela, is kidnapped—stolen across the border by the immortal monsters her country has spent centuries fighting—Meryn’s world falls apart. Desperate to cross the front and save her sister, Meryn enlists in the army and is thrown into the deadly Bonding Trials, where any mistake will cost her life. Now Meryn must survive four months of training at the castle. She is bound to a feral direwolf who refuses to communicate. The other trainees would love to spill her common blood. And her cold and beautiful instructor, Stark Therion, is eager to punish any weakness. Everything is a competition, and everyone is out to get her—everyone except the dangerously handsome crown prince, whose attention adds another target to her back. In the castle, every smile hides a knife…and the halls hide dark secrets. It’s bond or bleed. Duel or die. Failure is ruin.

**Our July novel is: *Listen for the Lie* by Amy Tintera** **This month’s novel was named one of the best books of 2024. It’s a domestic thriller with crime, mystery, and murder, told from women’s perspectives. The story includes a detective, an unreliable narrator, and plenty of suspense. The book is 352 pages in print and 9 hours and 18 minutes on audiobook.** What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the truth doesn't matter? After Lucy is found wandering the streets, covered in her best friend Savvy’s blood, everyone thinks she is a murderer. Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable. Lucy married a dream guy with a big ring and an even bigger new home. Savvy was the social butterfly loved by all, and if you believe the rumors, especially popular with the men in town. It’s been years since that horrible night, a night Lucy can’t remember anything about, and she has since moved to LA and started a new life. But now the phenomenally huge hit true crime podcast "Listen for the Lie," and its too-good looking host Ben Owens, have decided to investigate Savvy’s murder for the show’s second season. Lucy is forced to return to the place she vowed never to set foot in again to solve her friend’s murder, even if she is the one that did it. The truth is out there, if we just listen.