Вс 06.09 🇬🇧 18:00
🚂 Vokzal 1853 | m. Baltiyskaya, Obvodny Canal 118C.

The topic: Emotional Burnout and How to Recover

- What advice would you give to someone who feels emotionally exhausted (игзо́стид — истощённым)?
- What do you think about mindfulness (ма́йндфулнэс — осознанность) and meditation?
- Do you prefer working in a quiet (квайэт — тихой) place or with background noise (но́йз — шум)?

- What kind of hobbies help you recharge (рича́рдж — восстановиться)?
- Should schools and offices teach people how to manage stress (стрэс — стресс)?
- How do you usually relax after a busy (би́зи — занятый) day?

- How important is it to have supportive (сапо́ртив — поддерживающих) friends or coworkers?
- Do you think pets can help people recover from stress?

Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation leans on the doorbell. — David Niven

🎾 Пн 07.09 at 21:00 — Tennis with Train Eng! We’re starting a new activity with the club 📍 Da Sport

Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
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Ср 09.09 🇬🇧 19:30
⚜️ Gallery mall | Mayakovskya - ТРЦ Галерея 5th floor.

The topic: Failures

- What is the funniest blunder you ever made?
(Blunder means a careless mistake. /ˈblʌndər/ бла́ндэр)
- Have you ever tried to whip up a dish and it turned out really bad?
(Whip up means to quickly prepare something, especially food. /wɪp ʌp/ вип ап)
- Is your idea of success aligned with other people’s idea of success?
(Aligned with means to agree or match with something. /əˈlaɪnd wɪð/ эла́йнд уи́з)

- Have you ever messed up at work? What happened?
(Mess up means to make a mistake or do something wrong. /mɛs ʌp/ мэс ап)
- Do you think people obsess over appearing to be successful?
(Obsess over means to think about something too much. /əbˈsɛs ˈoʊvər/ обсэ́с о́вэр)
- Why is money the most common way of assessing success?
(Assess means to judge or evaluate something. /əˈsɛs/ эсэ́с)

- Can money guarantee happiness?
(Guarantee means to promise or ensure something. /ˌɡærənˈtiː/ гэрэнтэ́й)
- How do you sustain a positive attitude?
(Sustain means to maintain or keep something going. /səˈsteɪn/ сэсте́йн)
- Have you ever overlooked something important? What was it?
(Overlook means to fail to notice something. /ˌoʊvərˈlʊk/ овэрлу́к)

Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.
— Henry Ford

Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
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Чт 10.09 🇬🇧 19:30
🔺PIK | Sennaya ул. Ефимова, 2 (see attached video) 4th floor.

The topic: English learning

Why is it important to speak English?
What ways of learning English do you like?
How did you start learning English?

Have you ever quit learning English? Why?
How do you find time for studying?
Have you ever traveled to an English-speaking country?

Is it better to learn English in a class or on your own?
Have you ever read a book in English? What was it about?
Do you have any tips for improving English speaking skills?

A different language is a different vision of life. — Federico Fellini

Friends, unfortunately, the trip this Saturday is cancelled. We’ll let you know the new date later. But we’re adding a new event to the calendar — September 20: Nutrition Masterclass 🥗✨

Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
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Пт 11.09 🇬🇧 19:30
🌴BackYard | Пл. Александра Невского, Херсонская ул., 43/12 (see attached video)
Join afterparty-dinner. Get 15% off all Backyard restaurants.

The topic: Expressions and Their Meanings

I’m broke. У меня нет денег / Я на мели.
Fingers crossed! Держим кулачки!
Good for you! Молодец! / Рад за тебя!

Fair enough. Ладно, справедливо / Согласен.
Give it a shot! Попробуй! / Дай этому шанс!
It’s up to you. Решать тебе.

That rings a bell. Что-то знакомое / Кажется, я это слышал.
I’m all ears. Я весь во внимании.
That’s on me. Это моя вина / Это моя ответственность.

It’s not rocket science. Это не так уж сложно.
Once in a blue moon. — Очень редко.
Under the weather. — Плохо себя чувствовать / быть не в форме.

The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and a lightning bug. — Mark Twain

Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
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Вс 13.09 🇬🇧 18:00
🚂 Vokzal 1853 | m. Baltiyskaya, Obvodny Canal 118C.

The topic: True crime

- Why do people love true crime stories?
(True crime means stories based on real criminal cases. /truː kraɪm/ тру крайм)
- Have you ever witnessed a theft or something illegal?
(Theft means the act of stealing something. /θɛft/ тэ́фт)
- Do you think prisons help rehabilitate criminals?
(Rehabilitate means to help someone return to a normal life after prison. /ˌriːhəˈbɪlɪteɪt/ рихабилэтэ́йт)

- Would you ever try to solve a mystery like a detective?
(Mystery means something that is difficult to understand or explain. /ˈmɪstəri/ ми́стэри)
- Do you think it’s fun to watch heist movies?
(Heist means a carefully planned robbery. /haɪst/ хайст)
- What would you do if you found a hidden treasure?
(Treasure means valuable items like gold or jewels. /ˈtrɛʒər/ трэ́жэр)

- Do you think it’s fun to play games like “Clue” or “Mafia”?
(Clue means a piece of information that helps solve a mystery. /kluː/ клу)
- Have you ever witnessed a corruption?
Corruption /kəˈrʌpʃən/ кэра́пшэн
- Do you think perjury is a serious crime?
(Perjury means lying under oath in court. /ˈpɜːrdʒəri/ пёрджэри)

The truth is stranger than fiction. (Правда страннее вымысла) — Mark Twain

Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
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Ср 16.09 🇬🇧 19:30
⚜️ Gallery mall | Mayakovskya - ТРЦ Галерея 5th floor.

The topic: Things That Motivate Us

Do you think that you are a very motivated person?
Have you ever read a good book that motivated you? What was it about?
Are there any famous people that inspire and motivate you? What do they do?

How could you help a person who had no motivation in life at all?
What would you do if you only had a few months left to live?
How do you hope your life will be different in 10 years’ time from now?

Have you ever tried to quit something or go on a diet? Was it difficult to do?

It always seems impossible until it’s done. — Nelson Mandela

Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
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Чт 17.09 🇬🇧 19:30
🔺PIK | Sennaya ул. Ефимова, 2 (see attached video) 4th floor.

The topic: Happiness

*What activities or hobbies make you the happiest?
*Do you think people who have more talent are happier than others?
*Do you think money makes people happy?

*Are the things that make people happy today the same as several decades ago?
*Why do people feel happy when they are with members of their family?
*In general, what do you think makes a happy family?

*What kind of people do you think are most likely to be happy?
*Some people say the happiest time in people's lives is the period when they are at school? Do you agree?
*Do you think there’s any relationship between a person’s age and their level of happiness?
*Can happiness be measured? If so, how do you think it can be measured?

Happiness is not by chance, but by choice. — Jim Rohn

Guys, this Sunday, before the English Club starts, we’ll have a Nutrition Masterclass with Daria 🥑

Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
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Пт 18.09 🇬🇧 19:30
🌴BackYard — a cozy modern food hall at Yard Residence Hotel| Пл. Александра Невского, Херсонская ул., 43/12 (see attached video)

The topic: Bucket list

What are 5 places that you hope to visit one day?
Does your bucket list involve any food?
What’s a thing that you’d like to buy in your lifetime?

Does your bucket list have any financial or career goals?
Are there any sports teams or events that you hope to watch one day?
What is a new skill you would like to learn?

Do you want to take a class in a subject you’ve always been curious about?
Is there something that you would like to make, build, or create by yourself?

Is there a famous person you would like to meet?
What is an activity you would like to do that involves danger?

I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list. — Susan Sontag

🎱 Guys, there’s now a billiards table at BackYard! You can book it and play anytime — before or after the speaking club, or whenever you’re in the mood for a game ➡️ 🎱 BackYard

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Вс 20.09 🇬🇧 18:00
🚂 Vokzal 1853 | m. Baltiyskaya, Obvodny Canal 118C (location on the 2nd floor near the The Chitai Club, next to the elevator)

The topic: Remote work

Do you like flexible working hours?
Would you like to work from another country?
What are the main advantages/challenges do remote workers face?

Is it hard to stay disciplined without a boss?
Do you think remote work is more efficient than office work?
What helps you stay focused during the day?

Do you prefer a coworking space or home?
Do you use any techniques to stay focused? (текни́кс | methods | методы)
Do you have a daily routine when you work from home? (рути́н | plan | распорядок)

Work smarter, not harder. — Allen F. Morgenstern

Want to learn how to combine foods and feel more energetic?🍎 Join tomorrow’s masterclass before our English speaking club, hosted by Daria, experienced nutritionist and one of our participants.

Tomorrow — an extra English Club at our favourite Case on Dostoevskaya! 🇬🇧 It’s also a great coworking space, so you can come early, get some work done, and stay for the club 😊

Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
Пн 19:30 🍊 Case co-working
Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
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Пн 21.09 🇬🇧 19:30
🍊 Case co-working 📍Vladimirskaya Владимирский просп., 23 (see attached video)

The topic: Hidden things

Do you have hidden talents, which other people don't know?
What is your favorite hidden spot in nature?
If you could hide anywhere for a day, where would you go?

Do you have a hobby that people don’t know about?
If you could find a hidden treasure, what would you like it to be?
What is a secret ingredient in your favorite food?

Do you know any hidden places in your city? Where are they?
Is it good to keep your goals and wishes a secret for better results?
What is your favorite hiding spot as a child?

Treasure (трэ́жэр) – valuable things hidden or stored, like gold or jewels. Something very important or loved, like a memory or friendship. To keep or protect something precious, like a secret or item.

Courage (ка́рэдж) – the ability to do something difficult or scary, even when you are afraid. Strength to face secrets or unknown situations. Bravery to reveal hidden truths or protect something valuable.

Evidence (э́виденс) – facts that show what really happened. Information that reveals truth. Clues that prove someone is guilty.

Sneak (сник) – to move quietly so nobody sees. To take something secretly. To watch without being seen.

Undercover (андэка́вер) – working secretly to get truth. Pretending to be someone else. Police or spy activity.

An extra English Club at our favourite Case on Vladimirskaya! 🇬🇧 It’s also a great coworking space, so you can come early, get some work done, and stay for the club 😊

Пн 19:30 🍊 Case co-working
Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
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Ср 23.09 🇬🇧 19:30
⚜️ Gallery mall | Mayakovskya - ТРЦ Галерея 5th floor (see attached video - the balcony above Don Tapa restaurant)

The topic: Astrology vs. Astronomy

Do you know your zodiac sign? What does it say about your personality?
Can you guess other people’s zodiac signs? What signs are easy or difficult?
Do you think planets can influence our behavior?

Have you ever read your horoscope? Was it accurate? (accurate — акьюрэт — точный)
Do you think astrology is more for fun or something serious?
Do you believe in the Big Bang theory? (theory — сиори — теория)

What is the most interesting thing about the universe for you? (universe — юнивёрс — вселенная)
What do you think about the expansion of the universe? (expansion — экспэншн — расширение)
Do you think humans will live on other planets in the future?

The universe is under no obligation to make sense to you.” (Вселенная вовсе не обязана быть понятной тебе) — Neil deGrasse Tyson

Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
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Чт 24.09 🇬🇧 19:30
🔺PIK | Sennaya ул. Ефимова, 2 (see attached video) 4th floor , near the OnTap bar.

The topic: Balancing Hobbies and Work

What hobby would you like to learn next?
Have you ever made friends through your hobby?
How has your hobby helped you in your personal or professional life?

What was your favorite game to play as a child?
Did you have a pet? Do you have a pet?
Do you prefer active activities like speaking clubs or watching TV?

If you could have any hobby, what would it be?
If you could visit any place in the world, where would you go?
Have you ever tried a new hobby or activity that was challenging?

Do you have a favorite book or story? What was it about?
Do you watch movies? What is your favorite movie?

Happiness is not a matter of intensity, but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony. — Thomas Merton

Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
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Пт 25.09 🇬🇧 19:30
🌴BackYard — a cozy modern food hall at Yard Residence Hotel | Пл. Александра Невского, Херсонская ул., 43/12 (see attached video: by the fireplace in the main hall)

The topic: The Choice

Do you think smartphones give us more freedom or more stress?
Do you think we have real freedom to choose our jobs?
If you could only have one choice for breakfast every day, what would it be?

Do you think robots will have choices in the future?
Is there a person in your life who influences your choices?
Why do you choose to learn English?

Would you choose to be able to fly, or to be invisible?
What bad habit would you choose to get rid of?
Do you choose your friends, or do your friends choose you?

In the end, we are our choices. — Jeff Bezos

Guys! After the English club, Friday evening 21:00, we can play some billiards🎱 at🌴BackYard . The price depends on the number of participants. To sign up, message 💬DENIS.

On October 3 at 18:00 we’re watching Twilight (2008) 🧛‍♀️ We’re also playing 🏐Volleyball at 15:00 that day. And our trip to Sestroretsk has been moved to October 10 — announcement coming soon!

Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
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Вс 27.09 🇬🇧 18:00
🚂 Vokzal 1853 | m. Baltiyskaya, Obvodny Canal 118C (location on the 2nd floor near the The Chitai Club, next to the elevator)

The topic: The Art of Doing Nothing

Can doing nothing make you happy? What do you feel when you look at the sky and do nothing?
- Why is it hard to do nothing for some people?
- What do you feel when you sit quietly? feel bored while doing nothing? Can doing nothing be a type of meditation?

- Do you prefer to be busy or to do nothing?
- Why do we need time to do nothing? can doing nothing help your health? mind?
- Why do some people fear doing nothing?

- What do you think about people who don’t stop working?
- How do you focus better when you take breaks?
- Various exercises and techniques that help reduce anxiety and boost mood.

Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you. — Anne Lamott

Friends, you asked — we listened!
We now have an 8-week unlimited membership for 9,000 RUB.
Come to as many Speaking Club meetings as you want during those 8 weeks! We usually have 4–5 "Speaking" sessions per week — so plenty of chances to practise English and meet new people! ✨ contact Denis P

Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
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🍂 October 2026 🙇‍♀️ Train Eng
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New location: 🎭 Starting October 5 — 🎪Balagan at Chkalovskaya. A new atmospheric place for our Speaking Club! And right after the club, you can join us for a tennis practice 🎾

Regular:
пн Speaking 19:30 🎪 Balagan 📍Chkalovskaya
ср Speaking 19:30 ⚜️ GALLERY Eat market 📍Mayakovskaya
чт Speaking 19:30 🔺PIK 4th floor 📍Sennaya
пт Speaking 19:30 🌴BackYard 📍Пл. Ал. Невского
вс Speaking 18:00 🚂Vokzal 1853 📍Baltiyskaya

Special Events:
🏐 October 3, Saturday — Beach Volleyball 15:00 | m. Krestovsky Ostrov

🎬 October 3, Saturday Twilight 🤩 18:00 + Afterparty - watch Twilight in English, and finish the evening with an afterparty.

🎾 September 5,12,19,26 , Monday — Tennis Meetup. A friendly tennis game with a coach together at VB-Sport.

🌿 October 10, Saturday — Sestroretsk Nature Walk
A day outdoors in Sestroretsk. 🌲 Walk, explore nature, and spend time with good company.

🌿 October 24, Saturday — Shchuche Lake Nature Walk 🌲 Walk, explore nature, and spend time with good company.

🎃 October 30, Friday — Halloween Party. Costumes, games, photos, and a fun evening with Train Eng! 👻

Ср 30.09 🇬🇧 19:30
⚜️ Gallery mall | Mayakovskya - ТРЦ Галерея 5th floor (see attached video - the balcony above Don Tapa restaurant) ➡️ Register Train-Eng.ru/form

The topic: Biohacking

What makes you feel energetic? What makes you feel tired?
Where does taking care of your health end and biohacking begin?
Which methods actually increase your energy, and which ones just make you feel more awake?

What biohacking methods or supplements have you ever tried? What would you recommend, and what would you definitely not recommend?

Have you ever tried giving up something to feel better or have more energy — for example, fasting, coffee, sugar, alcohol, processed food, social media, or something else?
What healthy habit would you like to test for 30 days?
Would you stop using social media for a week?

Should parents be allowed to edit their children's genes?
Would you take a drug that improved your memory but had unknown long-term effects?
Have you heard of Ozempic before? What did you hear about it? (It can reduce appetite and make people feel full for longer)

He who has health has hope; and he who has hope has everything. — Thomas Carlyle

🏐🎬 This Saturday, we have a big day ahead! At 15:00, we're playing 🤽🏽‍♂️beach volleyball. At 18:00, we're watching Twilight (2008) on the small stage at Lenfilm, near Gorkovskaya metro station. Only a few spots are left, so please book in advance!

Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Сб 15:00 Dynamo 🤽🏽‍♂️ Volleyball
Сб 18:00 Twilight 🎬 Movie night
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Чт 01.10 🇬🇧 19:30
🔺PIK | Sennaya ул. Ефимова, 2 (see attached video) 4th floor , near the OnTap bar.

The topic: The Animal Side

Would you rather have a dog, a cat, or an exotic animal as a pet?
Do animals have personalities? Can animals think and reason like humans do?

Can animals actually love their owners?
Is it ethical to keep wild animals in zoos?
If you could be any animal, which one would you be and why?

Is eating meat morally different from hunting animals?
If animals could protest, what would they protest against? 🐶🐱🦊
If you were given the task of protecting animals, what would you do?

Animals are such agreeable friends—they ask no questions; they pass no criticisms. — George Eliot

🎬 We’ve put together a Quizlet set with words and expressions from the movie Twilight (2008) we’ll be watching this Saturday. If you want to prepare beforehand, download the set and practice the vocabulary 👀

Hey guys! 👋 Today we have a new host: @virliber 🎉 If you have any questions about the event, write to them. For tickets and registration, message @dposylin 🎟

Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
Сб 15:00 Dynamo 🤽🏽‍♂️ Volleyball
Сб 18:00 Twilight 🎬 Movie night
Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
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Пт 02.10 🇬🇧 19:30
🌴BackYard — a cozy modern food hall at Yard Residence Hotel | Пл. Александра Невского, Херсонская ул., 43/12 (see attached video: by the fireplace in the main hall)
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The topic: Our Favorite Movies

Do you think movies can teach us about life?
What is a good movie for you?
What movie character would you like to be?

Did a movie ever inspire you to do something new?
What are your favorite genres, for example, horror, drama, etc.?
Do you like movies with surprises?

Can movies help us escape from our problems?
Do you prefer movies with a lot of action or with a lot of dialogue?
What kind of movie would you recommend to someone who is feeling sad?

What kind of character do you like in a movie?

Drama is life with the dull bits cut out. — Alfred Hitchcock

Every Friday, we host a Train Eng Speaking Club at 🌴Backyard 🇬🇧 Backyard is more than just a big food court — it’s also a hotel where celebrities stay, an event space, and a place with billiards.

By the way, one spot just opened up for tomorrow’s🤽🏽‍♂️ Volleyball . If you’ve been thinking about joining, message me! And if volleyball isn’t your thing, there are still a few tickets left for 🦇Twilight. You can prepare for the movie by learning some useful vocabulary in advance.

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Вс 04.10 🇬🇧 18:00
🚂 Vokzal 1853 | m. Baltiyskaya, Obvodny Canal 118C (location on the 2nd floor near the The Chitai Club, next to the elevator)

The topic: Coincidence or Fate?

1. Do you think everything happens for a reason or fate? or just happen by coincidence? Why?
2. Have you ever had a coincidence that was too strange to just be luck?
3. Can you think of a time when a small choice changed your life?

4. In some cultures, people see coincidences as signs from the universe. What do you know about these beliefs?
5. Many movies and books talk about fate. Do you like it?
6. In your daily life, do you think coincidences are just random or do you see them as signs? Can you give examples?

7. Have you ever felt like two events were connected, even if they seemed random? How did that feel?
8. How do you think free will and fate work together? Can they both be true for you?

When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it. — Paulo Coelho

🎭 Starting October 5 — 🎪Balagan at Chkalovskaya. A new atmospheric place for our Speaking Club!

Вс 18:00 Balti-ya 🚂 Vokzal 1853
Пн 19:30 Chern-ya🎪Balagan
Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
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Пн 05.10 🇬🇧 19:30
🎪Balagan | m. Chkalovskaya, 54-56, Maly Prospekt of Petrograd Side, 3rd floor

The topic: Money, Money, Money

Are you good at saving money or do you prefer spending it?
Would you move to another country for a much higher salary?
What was the last thing you bought that made you really happy?

If you had enough money to never work again, would you still work? Why?
What's one thing you would never spend money on?
Do you prefer buying experiences or things?

Is it worth paying more for quality?
Would you choose a high-paying job you hate or a low-paying job you love?
Should couples share all their money?

When I was young I thought that money was the most important thing in life; now that I am old I know that it is. — Oscar Wilde

Hey guys, from October 5th we meet on Mondays at 🎪Balagan! Long ago, this building stored the props of a famous show called a "balagan." Today, it is a food hall with 30 kitchens from around the world. You can sit in Ferris wheel cabins, enjoy the neon and plants, and visit the modern art gallery.

Пн 19:30 Chkal-ya🎪Balagan
Ср 19:30 Mayakov-ya⚜️ Gallery
Чт 19:30 Sennaya🔺PIK
Пт 19:30 Al.Nevsky 🌴BackYard
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Ср 07.10 🇬🇧 19:30
⚜️ Gallery mall | Mayakovskya - ТРЦ Галерея 5th floor (see attached video - the balcony above Don Tapa restaurant)

The topic: Books

What books do you like
Books that changed your life.
If you could change the ending of a book, which one and how?

If you could be any character in a book, who would you be? Your favorite stories as a child
Just if you were a writer, what book would you create?

Do you think happy endings are good for books or movies?
What are the reasons for reading books in the modern world?
Is reading books important for personal development.

Yay, we got lucky with the weather today! ☀️ Unfortunately, we’re not so lucky with the weather on Saturday, so we’ll have to postpone the hike for another week.

But at least tennis is still on for Monday! 🎾 This time, we’ll have a new international coach, Sofia, with an impressive professional background — and she speaks English! 🇬🇧

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