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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
14 hours ago

Introducing ArtsLink, a hub for posting and finding essential information * Oregon ArtsWatch

ArtsLink is envisioned as an essential community resource that aims to increase visibility, spur audience engagement, and strengthen the local arts and culture ecosystem.
Portland
London music
fromTime Out London
5 hours ago

The world's most remote disco is coming to London this summer

Detour Discotheque is hosting a major London event at Somerset House on July 25, featuring a disco-themed party with food and drinks.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 hour ago

Around Berkeley: Earth Day celebrations, beehive tour, robot building for kids

Cyclists can participate in a community beehive ride tour on April 19, with stops at local gardens and a suggested donation.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
1 hour ago

7 incredible Bay Area things to do this weekend, April 17-19

This weekend features concerts, a new series, and a light turkey meatball recipe, catering to diverse entertainment and culinary interests.
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation

Volunteer Linda Fisher, 68, discovered the hub two years ago when she was 'socially isolated' and said the garden 'will be an ice-breaker for people walking past'.
London food
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
18 hours ago

The Secret Advantage of Not Doing It Alone

Social support enhances performance, reduces stress, increases well-being, and can be experienced through imagination and helping behaviors.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
13 hours ago

IN PHOTOS | High school students find free outfits at Prom Project | CBC

The Prom Project provides free formal wear to Toronto high school students through donations and has expanded to two locations this year.
#parenting
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Despite their bad reputation, parenting group chats are for some the village that never sleeps

Parent WhatsApp chats can provide supportive, nonjudgmental spaces for new mothers, contrasting with the often toxic nature of online parenting communities.
Pets
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

We Love Taking Our Babies to the Playground. Only One of Them Is Welcome.

Dogs are not allowed in the playground, and some children may be afraid of them, regardless of their behavior.
Humor
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Meetings, egos, 'circling back': The 'corporate ick' that drives workers away

Corporate jargon and performative behaviors in the workplace are causing frustration among employees, reflecting a desire for authenticity and human connection.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
17 hours ago

look back on olympus perspective playground: a traveling series of room-sized dreamworlds

The Olympus Perspective Playground operates as a fully built system, where walls, lighting rigs, circulation paths, and signage are developed together with each installation, creating a continuous spatial script.
Berlin
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
Social media marketing
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

The Dark Side Of LinkedIn Networking: How To Recognize Harvesting And Protect Your Professional Network - Above the Law

Predatory networking practices on LinkedIn exploit engagement for personal gain rather than fostering genuine connections.
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

6 Benefits Beer Brings To Your Garden - Tasting Table

A beer trap is another brilliant way to protect your plants. It may not completely rid your garden of these pests, but it does have benefits. For one, the beer trap traps and drowns slugs. The other is that, in the process, you are enticing them away from crops you want to protect.
Beer
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Socialising, work, exercise: what makes a good day and is there a formula' for making it better?

Socializing for 30 minutes to two hours correlates with people reporting a good day, while excessive housework or TV does not.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

Beloved CUNY Social Practice Art Program to Shut Down

SPCUNY, an artist-led project, will close in February 2027 as co-directors Chloë Bass and Gregory Sholette leave their academic roles.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
Coffee
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

Repair Cafe brings together neighbors with broken items and the experts to fix them

Royersford Baptist Church hosts a community repair event where local experts help fix broken household items, promoting sustainability and neighborly support.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

Men And Women Are Debating "The Male Loneliness Epidemic," And It's Incredibly Eye-Opening

Men today experience increased loneliness and isolation due to societal conditioning around masculinity and a narrow focus on romantic validation.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

What Is Soft Socializing?

Soft socializing fosters low-pressure connections through shared activities, enhancing relationships over time without the need for intense conversations.
Digital life
fromwww.wanderwithjo.com
3 days ago

The Digital Nomad's Guide to Online Entertainment: What Works in the UK

Understanding the digital landscape in the UK is crucial for travelers, as many apps and services differ from other regions.
Running
fromiRunFar
6 days ago

Building Community the Old Fashioned Way

Building relationships through shared training experiences enhances the running community.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

These Are the 20 Best Cities for 'Noctourism' in the U.S.

New Orleans is the top U.S. destination for noctourism, offering a vibrant array of nighttime experiences and activities.
Marketing
fromThedrum
3 days ago

Small Business Owners Can Make Holiday Sales Jingle with These Six Out-of-Home (OOH) Ad Innovations

Out of Home advertising innovations can significantly help small businesses drive sales during the challenging holiday retail environment.
Careers
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Why you're just one event away from quitting your job

Unexpected jolts can lead to impulsive job resignations, but deliberate responses can facilitate smarter career decisions.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

A massive ganja-themed scavenger hunt will take over Long Island City next week

The Great Ganja Hunt in Long Island City offers an interactive scavenger hunt experience for 4/20 with prizes and local business engagement.
Germany news
fromApartment Therapy
5 days ago

My German Friend Told Me About "Stammstich," and It Changed My Life

Stammtisch is a German tradition of informal gatherings that strengthens friendships without the need for RSVPs or excuses for absence.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 week ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Friday's Headlines: The Streetsblog Block Party (Canceled!) Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The Mamdani administration's restrictions hinder public events during the World Cup, impacting local celebrations and community engagement.
Public health
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
12 hours ago

There's a version of loneliness that only arrives inside a crowded room full of people who like you, and it comes from the slow realization that what they like is a performance you can no longer remember choosing to start - Silicon Canals

Loneliness can persist even in social settings, stemming from a disconnect between one's true self and the persona they project.
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
1 day ago

A Neighbourhood-Wide Yard Sale Is Taking Over Peckham

Peckham Yard Trail offers a door-to-door shopping experience with local stalls for Peckham Carboot's 7th birthday celebration.
Beer
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
2 days ago

Farm Bar Events: New Rooftop Venue in Ravenswood

Farm Bar Events in Ravenswood offers a rooftop venue for personalized gatherings, emphasizing sustainability and community-driven experiences.
SF music
from48 hills
3 days ago

One decade in, the Back Room still holds space for intimate musical encounters - 48 hills

The Back Room in Berkeley celebrates its 10th anniversary, maintaining its intimate atmosphere for live music.
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Social media was once a great global conversation. Now it's just individuals locked into their own private worlds | Tom Whyman

Twitter once felt like a global conversation platform that shaped personal relationships and values, but usage has significantly declined over time.
#friendship
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The person who always offers to drive, always picks the restaurant, always plans the trip is rarely the controlling one in the group. They're the one who learned early that if they didn't organize the connection, the connection simply wouldn't happen. - Silicon Canals

The organizer in a friend group often acts out of learned necessity to maintain connections, not from a desire for control or leadership.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Online Community Development

L.A. Times Concierge: 'It's hard to make friends as an adult in L.A. What are some groups I can join?'

Building adult friendships can be challenging, but social clubs and community spaces in L.A. offer opportunities for connection and shared interests.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The person who always offers to drive, always picks the restaurant, always plans the trip is rarely the controlling one in the group. They're the one who learned early that if they didn't organize the connection, the connection simply wouldn't happen. - Silicon Canals

The organizer in a friend group often acts out of learned necessity to maintain connections, not from a desire for control or leadership.
Online Community Development
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

L.A. Times Concierge: 'It's hard to make friends as an adult in L.A. What are some groups I can join?'

Building adult friendships can be challenging, but social clubs and community spaces in L.A. offer opportunities for connection and shared interests.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

A Liberating New Approach to Dating For Lonely Women

Midlife women are redefining dating by prioritizing self-worth and seeking resonance over traditional relationship norms.
Portland food
fromThesanjoseblog
4 days ago

San Jose Day Returns with Creative Events Across the City

San Jose Day celebration will showcase local art, music, fashion, and culture from April 12, featuring a centerpiece festival and various community events.
Marketing
fromInc
5 days ago

How to Turn Connections Into Strategic Partnerships That Scale

Strategic alliances require intention, genuine curiosity, and respect to evolve from casual connections into high-impact partnerships.
#omca
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
Digital life
fromRoughMaps
6 days ago

Why Digital Nomads Are Wearing Out Their Welcome - RoughMaps

Remote workers have significantly impacted local housing markets, leading to increased rents and displacement in cities like Lisbon and Mexico City.
Games
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

AI-Powered Mystery Match Night "Someone in the Crowd" (SF)

An AI-powered matchmaking event focuses on creating real connections through intentional pairings and engaging activities.
London food
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Church Street plan could make The Village pedestrian-friendly this summer | CBC News

Church Street in Toronto's Church-Wellesley neighbourhood may become a car-free zone this summer, enhancing pedestrian space and community activities.
#friendship-apps
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

Friendship-focused apps have emerged as a solution to rising loneliness, generating $16 million in U.S. consumer spending with 4.3 million downloads in 2025.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

Friendship-focused apps have emerged as a solution to rising loneliness, generating $16 million in U.S. consumer spending with 4.3 million downloads in 2025.
Social media marketing
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

They Were Once Essential to So Many Writers. Now They're Quietly Vanishing Across the Internet.

A writer reflects on building connections in a writing community and the impact of AI on friendships and careers.
Marketing
fromInc
5 days ago

The Biggest Missed Opportunity in Social Media Has Nothing to Do With Marketing

Brands must transition from social listening to social doing to leverage insights for transformative action.
Relationships
fromQueerty
5 days ago

He told me he was in an open relationship...after we hooked up. Am I wrong to be annoyed? - Queerty

Open relationships can create misunderstandings if all parties are not upfront about their status before engaging.
Arts
fromHarvard Gazette
5 days ago

Getting to know your colleagues' creative side - Harvard Gazette

Harvard's annual Staff Art Show showcases the artistic talents of 215 staff members across multiple campus locations.
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Apr 10-12, 2026 - Portland Mercury

Weekend events in the US include Alley Sweeper, The Ladds 500, Magnolia Festival, and Cherry Blossom Bazaar.
fromWarpweftandway
2 weeks ago

Upcoming Collaborative Learning Events

The first event is a roundtable on "Zhuangzi: Fate, Desires, Transformation" on April 6th at 9:00am Beijing time.
Philosophy
fromPhilosophynow
2 weeks ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

People who keep their circle small aren't antisocial. They genuinely learned that intimacy and popularity are opposing forces, even though loneliness occasionally shows up as the cost of admission - Silicon Canals

Intimacy and popularity are competing pursuits; small social circles reflect a natural structure of human relationships, not a failure of social development.
Online Community Development
fromTNW | Apps
3 weeks ago

A new app wants to cure loneliness by getting people off their phones and into the same room

Friending is a social platform designed to help people make friends through in-person meetings, addressing loneliness as a public health issue.
#oakland
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

"Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid" Block Party + DJs (Oakland)

Friday Nights at OMCA returns April 3, 2026, offering free live music, food trucks, and late-night museum access every Friday until October.
#live-music-events
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Four Portlanders Explain Why Gathering Matters in 2026

I'm a relationship therapist because I really struggled in relationships. I didn't understand that vulnerability was a prerequisite for bonding. It was such a relieving awakening to realize that's where I would be loved the most: putting [my] worst foot forward. I think the kids call it full goblin mode. That really is it.
Public health
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Community is the smartest investment a solopreneur can make

Building intentional communities is essential infrastructure for solopreneurs to sustain creativity, provide reality checks, and amplify professional impact.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I always find the best local recommendations when I travel solo. My strategy involves dating apps and clever prompts.

Use dating-app matches as local insiders to crowdsource personalized recommendations before solo trips.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

We Have To Get Back To Letting Friends Just Stop By (Yes, Even If Our House Is Messy)

An unexpected drop-in exposed a messy home, triggering embarrassment and transforming a longtime love of hosting into fear of unannounced visitors.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

We've Lost the Spaces That Foster Friendship

Loneliness stems from disappearing social infrastructure like third places rather than individual failure, requiring systemic solutions beyond personal effort.
Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

No One Is Coming to Help-Except Your Neighbors

Building community-led resilience networks and mutual aid groups nationwide enables neighbors to support each other through overlapping crises including climate change, inequality, and government violence.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Want to be part of a village? You might need to get out of your comfort zone

People say it takes a village to do difficult things: raise a child, sustain a community, build a barn. But we don't often talk a lot about what it takes to be a villager. What does it mean to not just be in a community, but to help create one? Priya Parker, author of The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters, says the key is to put yourself out there, even if it's scary.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Finding Social Connection in a New Community

"I feel like it was easier to connect with other transplants," she said. "Everyone seemed to revolve around hobby-based communities."
Relationships
Relationships
fromwww.7x7.com
2 months ago

6 Ways to Meet Someone New IRL in the Bay Area's Post-App Dating Scene

Activity-based, tactile social clubs and events enable deeper, slow-dating connections for professionals seeking friendship-first, pre-vetted dating pools.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

These Tiny Rituals Are Surprisingly Easy To Implement - And They Can Save Your Friendships

Friendship rituals create consistent practices that strengthen bonds, foster vulnerability, and maintain connections during busy or changing life seasons.
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