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**This Meeting’s Theme: “Adventure”** Every speech is a thrilling adventure! ️ It's about having the courage to explore uncharted ideas , navigating the unknown terrain of the stage , and taking your audience on an exciting journey they'll never forget. So, pack your bravery , map out your story, and let's discover new worlds together! \*\*\* You can **pay directly via Meetup**! For this meeting, we’re collecting **CHF 37**, which also includes a delicious dinner prepared by the restaurant. That’s dinner *and* personal growth in one go—what a deal! ️✨ Per default, you're in for the vegetarian option. If you want meat, let us know via PM before Sunday! \*\*\* \*\* Practice public speaking, sharpen your communication, and grow your leadership skills\*\* Ever wanted to feel more confident speaking in front of others? Or perhaps become a better communicator and leader? Toastmasters is the perfect place to challenge yourself in a warm, supportive, and safe environment. Here, you can practice, learn, grow, mentor, and share—while having a laugh or two along the way. With over **16,600 clubs worldwide**, Toastmasters helps people reach their full potential as confident speakers and inspiring leaders. \*\*\* \*\* Welcome to Zuriberg Toastmasters Club\*\* We usually meet on the **1st, 3rd, and 4th Tuesday** of each month in the beautiful **Zunftsaal** at *Restaurant Weisser Wind* in Zurich. (We’ll always notify you if there's a change in venue.) \*\*\* **️ What to expect at a meeting** Each meeting is hosted by the **Toastmaster of the evening**, who welcomes guests and introduces the *Word of the Day*. Then, we move into the main event: **️ Prepared Speeches** – 3–4 speeches, each 5–7 minutes long **️ Dinner Break** – Enjoy a delicious meal together \*\* Speech Evaluations\*\* – Supportive and constructive feedback \*\* Table Topics\*\* – Fun impromptu speaking, open to guests too! \*\* Meeting Evaluation\*\* – A general overview and suggestions for improvement **️ Guest Feedback & Closing** – Share your thoughts and wrap up the evening \*\* After-Hours Conversations\*\* – Stick around for drinks and good chats \*\*\* **❓ FAQs** **Do I have to speak at my first meeting?** Nope! You’re welcome to just observe. If you feel comfortable, you can introduce yourself and maybe even try Table Topics. Totally optional! **Is there a teacher or instructor?** There’s no formal instructor. The club is run by elected members, and learning happens through practice and peer feedback. You’ll receive a speaking guidebook and can also request a mentor. **Do I have to pay for the dinner?** Yes, the CHF 37 fee covers dinner and the venue. Soft drinks are not included and cost approx. CHF 6. **How many people attend?** Usually between **20–30 people**, a mix of members and guests. Meetup RSVPs mostly reflect guest numbers. **What is Toastmasters International?** A nonprofit founded in 1924 with **16,400+ clubs** in **141 countries**, Toastmasters helps people become better speakers, communicators, and leaders. **Can anyone join?** Yes! Anyone **18 or older** is welcome to become a member. **What is the refund policy?** Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for cancellations. But we know that life can get in the way, so guests cancelling two or more days prior to the event are welcome to reach out via private message and we can coordinate a visit at a later date without further charges. \*\*\* We look forward to seeing you—whether it’s your first word or your first speech. Come for the skills, stay for the stories!

**A to B Bike Hash** Meet at Oerlikon SBB, ready to ride into the sunset :) This is a Tuesday "preview prelube" to the bigger Saturday W&SH3 ride. BUT! We need Power BiTCH'ers to proofread the trail upfront, before the big crowd descends upon us with questions. Only we BiTCH'ers can pull it off, and certify this trail as HASH READY and enjoyable. So, for a change of scene, join me with your two-wheelers as we gently ride the first part - starting at Bahnhof Oerlion (Nord, Max-Frisch Platz), riding for about an hour+1/2 to a beer stop around sunset, then we train it back to Zurich. Target destination is either Bassersdorf or Effretikon, depending on pace. Me & LazmoScum scoped it out today, so we know you'll luv it, but there are detours and roadworks and stuff - and your opinions are wanted.

Hi everyone, Following the fantastic energy of our first gathering of 2026 at Horn & Company in January—where we kicked off the year with three insightful speeches—we are excited to keep that momentum going! While the January session gave us plenty of food for thought, this next meetup is all about the community. We’re organizing an informal evening to reconnect, discuss the latest in People Analytics, or simply enjoy a drink with fellow practitioners before the summer begins. The gathering will take place at a central, relaxed venue near Zurich HB (details will follow and be shared with all registered participants – make sure to share your email during registration as a prerequisite). This is a "pay-your-own-way" event - you can order drinks and snacks as you wish. **Date and Time:** Tuesday, 19 May 2026 @ 18:30 – 20:00 **Location:** Near Zurich HB - details will follow and be shared with all registered participants on Meetup. **Costs:** This is a "pay-your-own-way" event. You can order drinks and snacks as you wish. **Registration:** meetup.com/people-analytics-switzerland (RSVP close time on Thu, 14 May at 23:00) **Contact:** marco.selva@ferris.ai / andre@obereigner.co We are looking forward to seeing you there. Best regards, Marco and Andre

⚠️ Please confirm on Meetup and join the following whatsapp group to secure your spot and have additional details! https://chat.whatsapp.com/CO99ZFJ5n8YCfzxbBqa85r?mode=gi_t What is the most known Italian word???? PIZZA, obviously!(NOT Pineapple pizza) 🍕🌸 Join us to enjoy exquisite pizza and meet new people 📅 Date: Tuesday, 19.05.2026 ⏰Time: 19:00 📍NEW LOCATION - More details in the WhatsApp group ⚠️ Please be on time since our reservation will last 90 mins! 🍕 Different pizzas to share 🍷Good Wine 🎫Cost: 45chf per person All you can Eat Pizza + All you can drink wine! ⏩ Please let us know if you have any allergies so that we can inform the restaurant We have a reservation for 23 people. ⚠️ If you cannot make it please inform us 24 hours in advance and leave the attendee list on Meetup. Looking forward to seeing you all 🍕☺️ Cate & Chiara

Eine Gruppe für Künstler, die sich für das Zeichnen oder Malen nach lebenden Modellen interessieren. Dies ist kein Kurs, sondern eine Gelegenheit für Sie, Ihre Fähigkeiten zu üben und, wenn Sie möchten, Feedback und Ideen von anderen Künstlern zu erhalten. Wir treffen uns an Orten, die in der Nähe von öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln liegen und leicht mit dem Auto zu erreichen sind. Die Treffen finden abends oder an den Wochenenden statt. Alles, was Sie mitbringen müssen, ist Ihr eigenes Papier und Zeichenmaterial (wir haben Zeichenbretter und Staffeleien). Die Kosten für jedes Abendtreffen betragen 40 CHF um die Kosten für den Raum und das Modell zu decken. Tickets und Buchungen können im Voraus getätigt werden. Du kannst auch an der Tür mit Bargeld oder TWINT bezahlen. info@kunstakt.org www.kunstAKT.org

**⚠️ [>>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/essen-trinken/digital-detox-cafe-7458497765120727342.html) or** **[www.social-circle.ch](www.social-circle.ch)** **Unplug & Create: Digital Detox Café at Paint it Easy** Take a break from screens and reconnect with yourself and others at our Digital Detox event in Zürich’s most inviting creative space, Paint it Easy. We’ll kick off the evening with a relaxed atmosphere, setting the tone for a mindful and inspiring night. Join our craft group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3) Choose your path for the evening: **Deep Talk with Question Cards:** Dive into meaningful conversations and connect with fellow participants on a deeper level. **Boardgames:** Just for fun or to meet new people. **Creative Activities:** * **Drawing** (included) * **Canvas Painting** (CHF 10/hour + canvas, e.g., 30x40 cm: CHF 9) * **Pottery Painting** (CHF 20–45 per piece) * **Jewellery Making with Beads** (CHF 10/hour + materials, avg. CHF 20–30) * **Linocut Printmaking** (CHF 25–35 per piece) **Location:** Paint it Easy, Zürich **Ticket:** CHF 15 **Includes :** Welcome drink\*, drawing material, notebook, games. **Doesn't include** : optional creative activity fees (depending on your choice) \*Warm drink, homemade iced tea, or lemonade Want more events like this? Join our community! [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KWSK2jINyuG9uHHjtxfnmP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KWSK2jINyuG9uHHjtxfnmP) No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Whether you're painting, reflecting, or connecting, this is your space to recharge, express, and enjoy. Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable. #digitaldetox

**🌿 Welcome to Indian Vegan Brunch in Zürich! 🌿** Join us for a cozy, culture‑rich Sunday brunch crafted by passionate home cooks who love sharing the flavors, stories, and lesser‑known dishes of India. Our brunch is fully vegan, rooted in the belief that plant‑based eating can be joyful, nourishing, and deeply flavorful. We aim to show how Indian home cooking naturally lends itself to veganism through its rich traditions, regional diversity, and reliance on wholesome ingredients. Every dish is prepared freshly with care, using high‑quality ingredients. We cook exclusively with cold‑pressed oils, without refined flour or refined sugar. We also cook seasonally and source ingredients thoughtfully, so the menu may vary slightly depending on availability. And because community matters to us, any profits from this brunch will be donated to charity. 🌞 **Brunch Menu for 24.05.2026** Savory dishes * [GF] Ameri Khaman * [GF] Podi Idly * [GF] Poha * Vaneer (Vegan Paneer) Paratha * Bombay Sandwich * Khakhra Sweet dishes * Pineapple Halva * [GF] Nachni (Millets) Kheer * [GF] Sweet Potato Rabdi * [GF] Laddoo * [GF] Seasonal fruits Drinks (One included) * Lili Chai no Kadho (Indian Green tea) * Chai (Indian tea) * Haidar Dudh (Turmeric milk) * Raw Mango Panna Sides * Raita * Chutney varities 💚 What Makes This Brunch Special 💚 * Our brunch is fully vegan, celebrating plant‑based eating through authentic Indian flavors. * We share dishes that reflect our heritage and everyday Indian home kitchens. * We highlight non‑famous, regional specialties rarely found in restaurants. * We use cold‑pressed oils, natural sweeteners, and quality ingredients that honor traditional methods. * Our cooking is seasonal, mindful, and rooted in sustainability. Keeping in mind the ayurvedic principles of *satvic* food, we avoid onion, garlic and mushrooms in our cooking, * The menu is subject to change based on ingredient availability and seasonal inspiration. * Profits, if any, go to charity. * Tickets: [Indian Vegan Brunch in Zürich! in Zürich | Eating & Drinking](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/eating-drinking/indian-vegan-brunch-in-zuerich-7452449384258637687.html)

🍻 Join us for a unique social event where science meets fun! 🧠 Are you curious to learn about cutting-edge research in an informal and relaxed atmosphere? Pint of Science brings top scientists to local pubs to share their latest discoveries in an engaging and accessible way. 📍 Event Details 📅 Dates: May 20, 2026 🕕 Time: 18:00 – 21:00 📍 Location: Kulturhaus Royal, Baden 💰 Price: Free! 📅 May 20th agenda: **"Floods, Fuel and Flowers: From measuring floods and droughts, fueling the future and using the power of biodiversity in farming, join us for an evening of science tackling real-world challenges "** - **Using X-rays at PSI to understand and improve renewable fuel production catalysts** *Kenneth Crossley (PhD student at Paul Scherrer Institute and ETH Zurich)* - **CrowdWater - how to measure water with your smartphone** *Jan Seibert (Professor, Hydrology and Climate, UZH*) - **Conservation pest control in sugar beet** *Angela (Anschi) Studer (PhD Student at Agroscope)* 📍Dive deeper into the full program, including talk abstracts and speaker info, on our official event page: [https://pintofscience.ch/events/baden/](https://pintofscience.ch/events/baden/) 🤔 **What is Pint of Science?** Pint of Science is a global festival that brings scientists out of their labs and into pubs, where they present their work in a fun, informal, and interactive way. The event covers a wide range of topics, from physics to medicine, from artificial intelligence to climate change. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions, meet researchers, and enjoy a beer while learning something new! 🔗 More info: [Official Pint of Science Website](https://pintofscience.ch/) 🧐 **What to Bring?** ✔️ Curiosity to learn something new ✔️ Good vibes to enjoy the evening with fellow Hiking Buddies ✔️ (Optional) A beer-loving spirit! 🍻 📢 **Stay Updated!** For updates and coordination, join the WhatsApp group: [[WhatsApp Link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Guh5j2PKOoK3rpmJikCqFe)] 📲 Looking forward to seeing you there! 🍻🧠✨

Gute Nachricht! Die neuen Meditationskurse gibt es nun auch in Luzern! Wir freuen uns Sie ab sofort im Herzen von Luzern, im Vita Plena Spa an der Hertenstenstrasse 43 zur Medtitation begrüssen zu dürfen. Wir treffen uns Mittwochs (auf Deutsch) und Freitags (Portugiesisch). Bei Bedarf können die Anweisungen auch auf Englisch gegeben werden. **Was ist Sahaja Yoga Meditation**? Eine spontane Art zum meditieren durch die Erweckung unsere mütterliche und sehr starke Kraft, die ruht in uns allen. Wann sie erwacht, reist sie unsere Wirbelsäule entlang und bringt uns im Frieden und Freude. Kommen Sie vorbei und probieren Sie es aus! Mehr Informationen finden Sie auf sahajayoga.ch Good news! Finally, we have in-person meditation in Lucerne! We are pleased to inform you that we are starting meditation classes in a beautiful location in the center of the city of Lucerne. We will meet twice a week, on Wednesdays in German and on Fridays in Portuguese. It is always possible to have instructions delivered in English, as requir d. What is Sahaja Yoga Meditation? A spontaneous way to meditate through the awakening of our motherly and very powerful energy that resides in all of us in a dormant state. As she awakens, she rises along our spinal cord and brings us a sense of peace, calm and immense joy. Come, join us and give it a try!

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Community Backyards Workshop .Community Backyards Workshop - Westerville Join us for the Westerville Community Backyards workshop! This is a FREE class on how you can protect our waterways and environment with small changes in your gardening habits. We will discuss rain barrels, rain gardens, composting, and native plants. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but not required. * Location: Westerville Community Center, 350 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082 * Date and time: Sat, May 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM * Organizer: Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/h2w5ms8 **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

Community Backyards Workshop Join us at the Ohio Herb Center in Gahanna to learn about sustainable home gardening. We can make small changes in our yards to make a BIG impact for a better environment and healthier waterways while saving money. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek and hosted by Ohio Herb Center. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but NOT required. Click here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/65f65aw (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) * Location: Ohio Herb Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna, OH 43230 * Date and time: Sat, May 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM * Organizer: The Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days

This is a free, in person meeting. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? 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: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

**You're invited to join local Columbus animal advocates as we watch PETA's workshop together on cage-free campaigns. Free vegan pizza will be provided! After the workshop Q&A, we'll have a group discussion and brainstorm on future activism plans. Hope to see you there!** **Here are the details:** **WHEN: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6pm EST** **WHERE: KTC Columbus** **If you cannot attend in person, you can still view the workshop virtually at https://www.facebook.com/events/1567122777711333** **Here's some background on the workshop:** **Please join us for an eye-opening online PETA Playbook discussion with PETA’s Associate Director of Vegan Campaigns, Amber Canavan, where we’ll ask the hard-hitting questions about the cage-free campaigns and their impact on both hens and vegan efforts.** **Whether you’re looking to strengthen your outreach or sharpen your messaging around the egg industry’s humane-washing tactics, this workshop will give you practical tools to help others understand what “cage-free” really means for hens and why the label is misleading.** **We’ll explore how to keep conversations respectful, fact-based, and focused on the animals’ reality while encouraging others to take effective action.** **Please join us for this important workshop to learn how you can cut through cage-free marketing and help animals.** **Come ready to learn, ask questions, and ignite your activism for animals!**