Non-Fiction Writing

**Ahoy there,** The next moonrise picnic will be Wed March 4, from 7:30 pm - 9 pm. (Moonrise around 8:25 pm.) This is one day after the official full moon to allow me to join you immediately upon my return to Paris, totally jet-lagged though I may be. Yes as host I am in charge of the calendar. 🤣 Clear ski (oops, too much time on the slopes in Colorado) permitting we may get a spectacular view of moon through the pagoda cupola on the roof of Theatre de Sarah Bernhardt at Place de Chatelet. According to my notes, this happens every March. The March full moon was known to Native Americans as the Full Worm Moon due to the fact that the thawing ground gives way to earthworms who say hello to the earliest robins. Other names include Full Crow Moon because of crows signaling the end of winter, Full Crust Moon because of crusty snow from thawing by day and freezing by night, the Lenten Moon between Mardi Gras and Easter, the Full Sap Moon because of tapping maple trees. **WHAT**: Everyone brings food and drink to share. **WHERE**: Pont des Arts. We'll gather around the bench just past the middle of the bridge (3rd bridge from the Left Bank side). Nearest metros: Pont Neuf and Louvre-Rivoli. **WHEN**: Wed March 4, from 7:30 pm - 9 pm **WHY**: Share one of the most memorable sights in Paris with some of the nicest people around. **WHO**: You and your friends. **HOW** to find us: Keep your eyes out for a bunch of nice people speaking English and French, laughing, drinking and munching around a bench, near the middle of the bridge. Look for a small white telescope if it’s not raining. **THEME**: Crepes **BIRTHDAYS**: Are you Pisces? If so, let me know so we can celebrate your birthday this month and blow out the world’s largest birthday candle. **PUZZLER**: The Puzzler is back due to popular demand. Yay! Credit and thank you for this one goes to Gerda. So keep your suggestions coming. Like the majority of galaxies the Milky Way is a spiral galaxy. How flat is it (in relation to its diameter)? As flat as an Olympics curling stone? A hockey puck? A Formula 1 car tire? A deep dish pizza? Or what? Here’s an image (photoshopped composite to help you out). https://www.reddit.com/r/space/comments/11iwq16/milkyway_above_the_monument_valley_usa_credits/ **PUZZLER ANSWER:** The Milky Way is 100,000 light years in diameter. But it’s only 1000 light years thick. Only! That means it’s 100 times wider than it is thick. Relative to its diameter the Milky Way is thinner than a pancake. More like a crepe. (Did you miss the Easter Egg hint in the Theme?) A crepe is the only thing Neil deGrasse Tyson could compare it to. What about a DVD Neil? Or a paper plate? Or sandpaper disc? Neil is a foodie! [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fXQ1g3MmXiw](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fXQ1g3MmXiw) Ciao for niao, **Captain Bob**

Vous avez étudié l'italien à l'école mais ne l'avez pas pratiqué depuis longtemps ? Rencontrons-nous pour discuter au café, en italien. Tous les sujets sont les bienvenus : la culture italienne, la cuisine, les voyages, le travail et les loisirs. Une conversation avec un natif autour d'un café ou d'un verre, en petits groupes, avec des rires et quelques reflexions linguistiques. Tarif : 5 euros. La première session est offerte ! Consommation au café obligatoire, à la charge du participant. Suis moi sur Insta ! instagram.com/aperoitalia PODCAST https://smartlink.ausha.co/in-italiano ........ Hai studiato italiano a scuola ma non lo pratichi da tempo? Devi andare in Italia per lavoro o in vacanza e vorresti arrivare preparato ? Incontriamoci per fare due chiacchiere al bar, in italiano. Ogni tipo di argomento è benvenuto: cultura italiana, cucina, viaggi, lavoro, tempo libero, ecc. Una conversazione con un madrelingua davanti a un caffè o a una bibita, in piccoli gruppi, tra risate e qualche approfondimento linguistico. Tariffa : 5 euro. La prima sessione è offerta. Consumazione obbligatoria a carico del partecipante. Seguimi su Instagram instagram.com/aperoitalia PODCAST https://smartlink.ausha.co/in-italiano

It was a very tight match and finally it's How To Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair that won!!! Enjoy your reading !!!

Bonjour à toutes et à tous, Je vous propose de m'accompagner à la soirée jeux organisé par l'association des Joueurs Anonymes aux Grands Gamins. Tous les types de jeux y sont proposés en partant du petit jeu d'ambiance de 10 minutes au gros jeu de plateau durant 1h30-2h. Le principe est simple : * Etant dans un bar à jeux, nous trouverons un grand choix de jeux sur place. * La sortie est ouverte aussi bien aux joueurs confirmés qu'aux joueurs débutants qui sont accueillis au mieux pour leur faire découvrir la passion du jeu. * Des frais d'entrée au Grands Gamins qui s'élèvent à 5€ (frais d'entrée demandés par le bar et non par l'association pour l'accès aux jeux et leurs explications)puis, une consommation régulière. La soirée débute à 19H00 et jusqu'à 23h30 (heure de fermeture du bar), donc vous pouvez arriver en retard, ce n'est pas très grave.

**Step into the laid-back charm of Cosy Cave Conversations**, a Parisian philosophy chat that's more relaxed than a cat in a sunbeam 🐈 🌞 Gather with a bunch of easygoing souls, share thoughts on the good life and its mysteries, enjoy a beverage, and have a good laugh. A few things to be aware of: * **Please** **don't show up without a spot** (we aim to keep it cosy and we always have a waiting list these days — check if you’re on the list or the waiting list) * If it's your first event, it's essential you **turn up early, or at the latest on time (<7pm)** so you understand how it works, what the topic is and don't interrupt the session * The **session runs from 7pm to 8:30pm** where we focus on the discussion, but don't worry, you'll have a chance to socialise, introduce yourselves and continue the chat after the session. **If you’re running late** (the curtains are closed), that’s okay, but please wait to join us in the break rather than interrupting the session. * Please read the **tips below** for a good session before coming along **How does it work?** We embrace the café-philo method — proposing intriguing topics on the night (up to 3), choosing one together, and diving into everything from consciousness, community, death and god, while managing to keep it light and easy 🦦 **Forget the stiff atmosphere**, we're all about small groups (\~10 people) and unpretentious chats with no homework required. No need for a philosophy degree, just bring your open mind and a dash of curiosity. **Join us every Wednesday 19h-20h30 at Les Acolytes** — because pondering the profound is better with good company (and a pint). See you there! 🎉 A few tips for a great session: * come with an **open and curious mind** 🧠 * **prioritise listening to others and asking questions** without interrupting or long monologues 👂 * we put a strong **emphasise on giving everyone a chance to contribute to the discussion**, so try and be aware of how much space and time you take up when speaking 🐻‍❄️ * we prioritise **intellectual accessibility**: this is not an academic group therefore we ask to keep any philosophy jargon to a minimum and instead explain any concepts in plain english 🤠 * we are an **apolitical group** that focuses on discussing and exploring philosophical ideas without endorsing or aligning with any specific political or religous ideologies. Our aim is to encourage open, unbiased dialogue centered on philosophical inquiry within a safe and respectful environment 🐥

Début mars, nous accueillerons Victor pour une séance de poses longues! Le format : trois heures \(3x1min\, 6x2min\, 4x5min\, 10min \|\| 15min\, 30min \|\| 45min\) de poses plus longues que d'habitude\. Si vous aimez avoir le temps de peaufiner vos dessins\, cette séance est pour vous\! Attention, les horaires sont légèrement différents! **La séance débute à 19h pour se terminer à 22h.** Un guide pour trouver la salle : https://dessin.paris/infos-pratiques/ Après la séance (ou avant si vous êtes en avance), qui voudra pourra prendre un petit verre au rez-de-chaussée :) Soyez à l'heure, je ferme la salle à 19h15! Paiements sur place, en espèces (15€). Il y aura un chapeau pour qui veut donner un peu plus au modèle. Matériel non fourni. Hâte de vous y voir! -NOUS LANÇONS ÉGALEMENT UNE CAISSE DE SOUTIEN AUX MODÈLES EN DIFFICULTÉ, N'HÉSITEZ PAS À CONTRIBUER : [www.ko-fi.com/pmvsocial](http://www.ko-fi.com/pmvsocial) -

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The MeltingSpot Team**

## Details Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!***

Hello writers, we are happy to meet you in our new permanent home: Bohème Coworking, located at 21 rue Sedaine in the 11th arrondissement. When you arrive, just tell the friendly folks at La Boheme reception that you are with the writing group. They will give you a little wooden knick-knack with the wifi codes and a number that they use to determine the cost based on time spent (it's 3,80 € per hour, paid at the end). ***Now, about Ready-Set-Write! ..*.** Ready Set Write! is a regular meeting of motivated writers who grab a beverage, then shut up and write. ***What it is:*** An opportunity for writers to get together and do short, intense bursts of writing. We write for 45-ish minutes, take a 15 minute break, rinse & repeat. ***What it is NOT:*** neither a forum for critiquing each other's work, nor shameless self-promoting your projects or groups. You pay for the time you spend, and have access to coffee, tea, and wifi. **AND FINALLY ...** * Register in advance, and only if you will join us in-person. * Update your RSVP if you cannot make it. * Please be respectful and considerate with our writing colleagues. ***Stay tuned for location updates!*** [Events in Paris, FR](https://www.meetup.com/find/fr--paris/)

Join us for our women's book club meet-up! The meetup address to be announced. Please note that as I'm going to be booking a table for dinner, the restaurant will be expecting that everyone orders something to eat. \*You will need to confirm your attendance through WhatsApp prior to the event. I will reach out to you personally though messages to add you to the WhatsApp chat\* Book details: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/231127462-my-husband-s-wife

Un moment de pratique et d’échanges autour de la Communication NonViolente. Nous co-construisons le programme à partir des expériences, envies, propositions amenées par le groupe. Sur cet événement notre intention est de pouvoir vous proposer plusieurs espaces de facilitation afin de développer pour chacun.e le choix et la diversité dans les approches. **Dates prévues sur le 2ème semestre 2025 :** * 30 aout * 04 octobre * 15 novembre * 13 décembre **Dates prévues sur le 1er semestre 2026 :** * 10 janvier * 07 février * 07 mars * 11 avril * 09 mai * 13 juin

🥾 🌿 Join us for a beautiful hike in the Meudon forest. We will start by discovering its old hydraulic network built at the end of the 17th century to supply the fountains and basins of Meudon castle (since disappeared). This network was completely abandoned but has since been rehabilitated. It is mainly composed of ponds, channels and bridges. Then we will end our hike with a visit to Hangar Y, another abandoned and rehabilitated site. Built in 1879, it was the former airship construction site. 📌 INFO: * Level: Advanced (orange) * Distance: 16 km * Duration: Around 4 hours and half * Starting point: Outside Meudon - Val Fleury station, RER C * Finishing point: Meudon - Val Fleury station, RER C * Meeting time: 10:00 a.m. * Departure at: 10:15 a.m. Fee: 10 EUR (cash or with the app. Lydia at 0685237028) + 3 EUR for Hangar Y entrance fees. Hiking leader: Valérie, mobile: 06 85 23 70 28,[ ](http://intrepidhikersfr@gmail.com)email: [intrepidhikersfr@gmail.com](http://mailto:intrepidhikersfr@gmail.com) 🎒 WHAT TO BRING: * Water (at least 1.5 litre), * Pack lunch, * Umbrella or poncho, * Suitable clothing, * Hiking shoes. If you signed up, but can't make it, remember to change your reservation to "Not Going", thank you. For payments by Lydia, here the refund policy: [https://tinyurl.com/mt7sa23j](https://tinyurl.com/mt7sa23j) To learn more about the hike level of difficulty, see here: [https://www.ibpindex.com/index.php/en/](https://www.ibpindex.com/index.php/en/) Please read the terms and conditions carefully before making a reservation: [https://tinyurl.com/tfkub43d](https://tinyurl.com/tfkub43d) *** 🥾 🌿 Rejoignez-nous pour une magnifique randonnée dans la forêt de Meudon. Nous commencerons par découvrir son ancien réseau hydraulique construit à la fin du XVIIe pour alimenter les fontaines et bassins du château de Meudon (depuis disparu). Ce réseau fût totalement abandonné mais depuis encore réhabilitation. Il est essentiellement composé d’étangs, rigoles et ponts. Puis nous terminerons notre randonnée par la visite du Hangar Y, autre site abandonné et réhabilité. Construit en 1879, il fût l’ancien site de construction de dirigeables. 📌 INFO: * Niveau : Avancé (orange) * Distance : 16 km * Durée : Environ 4 heures et demi * Point de départ : A l’extérieur de la gare de Meudon - Val Fleury, RER C. * Point d’arrivée : Meudon - Val Fleury, RER C * Heure du rendez-vous : 10h00 * Départ à : 10h15 Prix : 10 EUR (espèces ou avec l’app. Lydia au 0685237028) + 3 EUR pour l’entrée au Hangar Y Accompagnatrice : Valérie, mobile : 06 85 23 70 28, email : [intrepidhikersfr@gmail.com](http://mailto:intrepidhikersfr@gmail.com) 🎒 CE QU'IL FAUT APPORTER : • de l’eau (au moins 1.5 litre), • un pique-nique, • un parapluie ou poncho, • des vêtements adaptés, • des chaussures de randonnée. Si vous vous êtes inscrit, mais que vous ne pouvez pas venir, n’oubliez pas de changer votre réservation sur "N'y va pas", merci. Pour les paiements par Lydia, voir ici les conditions de remboursement : [https://tinyurl.com/mt7sa23j](https://tinyurl.com/mt7sa23j) Pour en savoir plus sur le niveau de difficulté de la randonnée, voir ici : [https://www.ibpindex.com/index.php/fr/](https://www.ibpindex.com/index.php/fr/) Veuillez lire attentivement les termes et conditions avant de faire une réservation : [https://tinyurl.com/262n4uez](https://tinyurl.com/262n4uez)

**Important**: Register on the [Event Website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026030509) is required for admission. **Description:** Welcome to our AI meetup in Amsterdam, in collaboration with **Google Cloud**. Join us for deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and agents, food/drink, networking with speakers and fellow developers. **Agenda:** \* 6:00pm\~6:30pm: Checkin, Food and Networking \* 6:30pm\~6:45pm: Welcome/community update \* 6:45pm\~8:30pm: Tech talks \* 8:30pm: Open discussion & closing **Tech talk: Agent2Agent (A2A Protocol)** **Speaker:** Holt Skinner (Google) **Abstract:** This event provides a deep dive into the Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol, equipping engineers with the architectural standards and implementation strategies needed to build interoperable, autonomous systems where AI agents securely discover, negotiate, and collaborate on complex tasks. **Speakers/Topics:** Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA) **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will have the chance to speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, and gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 10,000+ Paris and 500K+ developers worldwide.

Let’s meet and discuss this fun but moving collection of wildly creative short stories. (Photo credit: TimesNowNews.com)

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

The topic for March is "Our Bodies, Ourselves" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 25 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

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 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 12:00 - quick intros. 12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Sunday!