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đ Learn Public Speaking â Every Wednesday - The Center, Potsdamer Platz
Wed, Aug 5, 5:15 PMAn inspiring, high-energy meeting of public speaking, connection, and personal growth in the heart of Berlin. **Mercury Toastmasters Berlin** invites you to our weekly meeting at our new home at **Das Center, Potsdamer Platz**, in the stunning **Historic Imperial Breakfast Hall**. *Experience the **power of prepared speeches** loaded with bold ideas, participate in our **dynamic Impromptu Session**, and **gain valuable insights** during our feedback segment.* *Leave with practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed inspiration.* *Whether you want to speak up at work, boost your presence, or just meet inspiring people, youâll feel at home at Mercury Toastmasters Berlin.* *** **[What to Expect:](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)** âš A supportive space to speak, grow, and connect đ€ Engaging prepared speeches ⥠Fun, fast-paced impromptu speaking challenges đŹ Feedback session you can actually use đ A friendly, international crowd (around 25â30 people) **Schedule** (times may vary) â° 19:15 - Doors open & networking đïž 19:30 - Prepared Speeches đ 20:35 - Impromptu Session (Guest welcome to join) â©ïž 21:00 - Constructive feedback đŹ 21:30 - Food, drinks & relaxed socializing **No experience needed.** ***Come curious. Leave energized.*** *** **đ€ [Hear it from our members:](https://maps.app.goo.gl/eRtvR9DRNqU9WZQn7)** *âYou can sharpen your public speaking skills and gain tons of confidence, while having fun and making new friends. Mercury is well-structured, fun, and affordable.â* â *Therese Pitt* *âMercury gave me a safe place to speak, create, and grow. I love the multicultural vibe and supportive community. Itâs the best place to learn and have fun.â* â *Krisztina Linka* *** **[Did You Know?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)** Toastmasters is where people go to get better at speakingâand grow into confident communicators and leaders. Today [Toastmasters ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)has 350,000+ members across 16,000 clubs in 143 countries. And [Mercury](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/) is one of the best places to experience it. So bring your curiosity, your energyâand just be yourself. Whether youâre just starting or ready to level up, thereâs a place for you here. *** **[Wondering what you get as a member?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/membership-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)** Think expert feedback, real-world speaking practice, and a supportive crew thatâs got your back. [See you Wednesday night! đ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)

Sunday Church Service
Sun, Aug 2, 4:30 PMThis week for our worship service we will celebrate with a baptism service and potluck, spending the evening celebrating and sharing a meal together.

Cycle tour: Industry and Waterways of Moabit
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00 AM# Industry and Waterways of Moabit **Theme:** Cycle Loop + History + Architecture + Beer Garden **Time:** 12:00 **Start:** Deutsches Technikmuseum **Distance:** 30 km **Suggested contribution:** âŹ10 This ride tells the story of the ideas, inventions and elegant architecture that transformed Berlin into one of the world's leading scientific and industrial capitals around 1900. We'll cycle through the districts of Kreuzberg, Tiergarten, Moabit, Charlottenburg and Mitte, discovering power stations, research institutes, engineering landmarks, beautiful public buildings and some of Berlin's finest examples of industrial architecture. We'll finish with a beer together by the water. ## The Tour We will follow, more or less, the **"Innovation und Eleganz"** Industrial Heritage Cycle Route, beginning at the Deutsches Technikmuseum before making our way through some of Berlin's former industrial neighbourhoods. We'll visit the pioneering **Kraftwerk Moabit**, the famous **AEG Turbine Factory** designed by Peter Behrens, admire the elegant buildings of **Charlottenburg**. We'll also pass the famous **KPM Porcelain Manufactory**. We'll finish with a well-earned beer together beside the Spree. I am an accredited tour guide in Berlin, specialising in telling stories about the city's industrial heritage. I ask for a contribution of **âŹ10** to help organise the tour and share my knowledge. **Disclaimer:** Please note that all participants attend as group members, not as customers, and are responsible for their own safety. Please read the group description in full for an explanation of the terms and liabilities. ## The Cycling This is a gentle-paced sightseeing ride rather than a sporting event. đČ We'll cover around **25 kilometres**, with plenty of stops for stories, photographs and discussion. Anyone with a reasonable bicycle and experience cycling around Berlin should be comfortable on this route. ## What to Bring đČ Spare inner tube suitable for your bike đ¶ Cash for drinks or snacks đ§ïž Waterproofs (just in case!) âïž Suncream đ„Ș Water and snacks đ Curiosity and a sense of adventure ## Highlights ⥠Discover how Berlin became one of the world's great centres of science, engineering and innovation đ Visit the legendary AEG Turbine Factory, often described as the birthplace of modern industrial architecture đŹ Learn how Berlin's scientists, engineers and inventors transformed everyday life around the globe đïž Explore the beautiful campuses of Berlin's pioneering research institutions and universities đĄ See the pioneering Kraftwerk Moabit and discover how electricity changed the modern city đ° Hear the remarkable story of Berlin's revolutionary sewer and sanitation system, which became a model for cities worldwide đș Visit the Royal Porcelain Manufactory (KPM) and discover why Berlin porcelain became famous across Europe đČ Ride through elegant boulevards, hidden industrial streets and historic waterways linking Berlin's scientific and industrial past đž Fantastic photography opportunities combining industrial heritage with some of Berlin's finest architecture đș Finish with a relaxed drink beside the Spree. I estimate the ride will take around **three hours**, including plenty of stops. It should make for a fun Saturday afternoon exploring one of Berlin's most beautiful industrial heritage routes. Hope to see you there! **Simon**

Sunday Service 10:45am
Sun, Aug 2, 8:45 AMYou are welcome to join Sunday services at our church location. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

SummerUP 2026
Fri, Aug 7, 7:00 AMRegister: [https://summerup.berlin](https://summerup.berlin) SummerUP flips the script on every hackathon you've ever done. The mission: sell before you build. You'll learn from cracked marketers and serial founders who've done it for real, so you never waste another week shipping something nobody wants. Validate the idea, get paying customers on the line, then build the MVP and pitch it on The Delta Stage for cash prizes and a real shot at VC funding. Whether you're a developer, designer, or operator, come solo or bring a team. We bring the space, the mentorship, and the playbook. You bring the ambition.

404 Brain Not Found - Tech Trivia Night (Not Overly Technical)
Thu, Aug 13, 4:30 PMJoin us for a fun, low-pressure way to connect with techies/non-techies in Berlin. On **August 13th from 6:30â9:00 PM** we'll run another session of **404 Brain Not Found â Tech Trivia Night**âa playful, welcoming tech-themed quiz night where curiosity beats expertise every time. You donât need to be a developer, engineer, or âtech personâ to have a great time. The questions span everything from everyday tech and internet culture to random fun facts, so everyone can contribute and shine. Whether youâre in it to win or just to laugh along the way, youâll fit right in. Come with a team of 3-4 friends, colleagues, or fellow trivia loversâor arrive solo and **weâll match you up with others.** Itâs a great way to meet new people, share a few laughs, and maybe learn something unexpected. Expect good vibes, light competition, and plenty of âwait, I actually knew that!â moments. No pressure. No gatekeeping. Just a great evening together. Weâll have a small **prize** for the winning teamâsomething to celebrate your trivia glory and well-earned bragging rights! We kindly ask each participant to contribute **âŹ2**. A small buy-in, but it makes the win even sweeter đ **More Details** **Location**: KĂŒrbiskern Bar at KopernikusstraĂe 23 (Near M13 and M10 trams, Also not far from S/U Warschauer Str). **Time**: Please arrive by 18:30, Quiz starts at 19:00. Can't join if you're late. **Teams**: No team no problem! come alone to join others. If you bring your own team (max 4 members). **Contribution**: Bring âŹ2/player to cover prize. **Quiz play**: 3 Rounds of 10 questions each. 2 minutes per question. Please bring a charged phone to answer the questions.
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