event also posted here https://www.meetup.com/wearetheconnectionspace/events/316625820
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❤️ WELCOME HOME @ Connection Space❤️
Reconnect with old friends. Meet new ones. Feel at home — inspired by old traditional Greek village cafés, where grandparents knew that the best connections happen over a drink and good company!
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See 4+ years of VIDEO & PHOTOS of previous events
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Today's FREE optional activities::
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beautiful homey industrial location with 2-floors in downtown ZH
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19:00 - 22:30 Gyros food-truck - crazy good !
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20:15 speed-friending (fast and fun way to make many connections)
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20:30 create your own creme! (creative workshop with mybeautyatelier.ch )
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20:45 silly games for adults (lets pause adulthood - team versus team)
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Fun social games (like "cards against humanity" and more - read game names below)
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Mindful games (no small talk, connect deeper - games from The School of Life - read game names below)
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New-comer area: optional area to talk to first-time attendees
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German-speaking area
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Big outdoors area with rain protection
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3 private rooms (to talk or play games in quietness)
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or simply hang-out
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event also posted here https://www.meetup.com/wearetheconnectionspace/events/316625820
.
❤️ WELCOME HOME @ Connection Space❤️
Reconnect with old friends. Meet new ones. Feel at home — inspired by old traditional Greek village cafés, where grandparents knew that the best connections happen over a drink and good company!
.
See 4+ years of VIDEO & PHOTOS of previous events
.
Today's FREE optional activities::
-
beautiful homey industrial location with 2-floors in downtown ZH
-
19:00 - 22:30 Gyros food-truck - crazy good !
-
20:15 speed-friending (fast and fun way to make many connections)
-
20:30 create your own creme! (creative workshop with mybeautyatelier.ch )
-
20:45 silly games for adults (lets pause adulthood - team versus team)
-
Fun social games (like "cards against humanity" and more - read game names below)
-
Mindful games (no small talk, connect deeper - games from The School of Life - read game names below)
-
New-comer area: optional area to talk to first-time attendees
-
German-speaking area
-
Big outdoors area with rain protection
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3 private rooms (to talk or play games in quietness)
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or simply hang-out and meet new & old friends without any process ❤️
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Note: we reserved 100% of the space so everyone will be from our community!
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ABOUT US:
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INSTAGRAM see video & follow us
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Free event
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Join our Whatsapp with zero-spam promise https://chat.whatsapp.com/G01nWpon13VB0gebrqFmfx?mode=gi_t(if link does not work please open via laptop's browser on https://web.whatsapp.com/ )
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Testimonials (scroll to "photos" section to read testimonials)
"The best event I know on Meetup to connect to new friends."
"First participation, an evening to remember!"
"So far in 7 years this is the first time I see a really good organised event!"
"Mega schön" "Had a blast!"
"I was positively surprised. They organized everything so well; I met some interesting, friendly people. I highly recommend it"
"Great! Everything excellent, super organized... lots of people. Great atmosphere"
"I am really grateful for the warm atmosphere, inspiring moments"
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WHY? Offline fun meaningful friendships! Offline Human Connection is what we all deeply desire and makes us truly happy and healthy (scientifically proven - read below)!
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WHAT? We are not a "party or drinks" meetup, nor we follow a "forced" process and agenda. Instead, we are an Offline Connection Community inspired by Greek village cafes — a welcoming third place where neighbours gathered as equals to share stories and build lasting friendships. We meet in a "fixed-rhythm" every 2 Fridays in a homey & lovingly-hosted space so you can connect with new and familiar faces. We provide several optional activities to help you connect with others—so you're free to explore what resonates with you! Together these activities create a unique Offline Connection Festival!
See at the top of this page all the activities for today's event.
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WHO? Everyone is welcome, come as you are, solo (95% come solo) or with a friend! The co-organisers will welcome you and also wear a name badge - feel free to talk to them for anything you need!
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Q&A:
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Where idea comes from? Our events are inspired by the Greek village concept of "Καφενείο" (coffeeshops), once vibrant community hubs where people gathered daily to socialise, play games, and enjoy snacks and drinks. I, Christos, have fond childhood memories visiting them with my grandfather. Though this tradition is fading in Greece, I’m passionate about reviving it with a modern twist. Hope you enjoy it! ❤️
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Weather? Event takes place rain or shine, with indoors rooms and outdoors area that is ultra rain-protected
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Coming late? no problem, we got many people until closing at 00:00 so come whenever!
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Coming solo? guess what, again no problem! 95%+ of people come solo - its the perfect event to come solo!
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Too many attendees? no problem, we got the space! Also as per the "what" above: you define what makes the event meaningful for you! Furthermore, the co-organisers have one goal: to say hi and introduce you to the event and people (if you want to please ask)! Finally remember: you dont have to talk to everyone, focus in a few people! Less is more! 😃 If you dont know where to start look for a good smile or an activity more matching to you. From there keep on trying people and activities.
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