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C A S I N O
https://t.me/casinoagainstallodds
anticapitalist, collective café and bar for social medicine
antikapitalistisches, kollektives café und bar für sozialmedizin
café y bar colectivo, anticapitalista y de medicina social
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C A S I N O for S O C I A L M E D I C I N E
⌹ ⌻ ⌺ E V E N T S ⌹ ⌻ ⌺
JUNE 2025
cafe and bar opened Wednesdays to Saturdays 12:00 till 24:00
(access details at the bottom of the page)
❤ marks ASMR [Anarchist School of Medicine and Repair] offerings, all free
Wednesday 4.6.
2-4pm
❤ A doctor friend
> Your friendly general practitioner. If you need a general check up, help navigating the health care system in Germany, or support connecting your physical symptoms to other aspects of your life, Taso is here for you.
Free. Mutual aid. Taso speaks German, English and Greek
4-6pm
❤ Body, energy, massage dialog
> As a qualified psychologist and a Mongolian healer, Darja combines Eastern meridian massage, Mongolian energy medicine and systemic family therapy approaches with mindful conversation in this in-depth treatment. Through energy meridian diagnostics, acupressure by hand, breath and touch, your nervous system is regulated and inner spaces open up - for more clarity, connection and vitality on a physical and mental level. Effective for trauma, exhaustion, pain, emotional issues, strengthening the parasympathetic system and transformative transition processes.
Free. Mutual aid. Darja speaks German, English, and Spanish
7-9pm
University of Tiny Moments, semester about Magic, class with erotic hypnosis
The horniness that makes you a revolutionary subject:
> To close the semester on Magic, we will look into erotic hypnosis with Magda and Bain. Expect a summary of the basics of DIY hypnotism and its use in erotic settings. Then, inspired by audre lorde's Uses of the Erotic: The Erotic as Power we will experiment with a group hypnosis, to tap into how hot collective empowerement can feel.
Free. Peer education
Thursday 5.6.
1-5pm
Kollektivbibliothek meets Casino
> Kollektivbibliothek is a living library with an intention to serve as a collective tool for the political imagination. Come meet us, help us catalogue, borrow books, hear about the project or chat over a coffee about the world. We like books and we like to conspire
Meetup
4-6pm
weekly Ask a Witch
> An open talk about Magic with Viky and Haga
Free. Mutual aid
5-6pm
monthly Open Consultations
> Do you have an idea for event that you'd like to host at the Casino for Social Medicine? Would you like to share an offering/performance/meetup/experiment/help desk? Come talk to someone from our events working group
7:30-10pm
monthly Kunstler/Kunstlerin
> A performance matinee for the in-progress, the funny, the heartwarming, the odd, the painfully human. Our question this month is: Has something happened if nothing happens?
Suggested donation 5-10€
Friday 6.6.
3-4:30pm
ARTeCHÓ
> Co-editors Julia Kassyk and Lorenzo Gerbi will be presenting the book, accompanied by one of the participating artists and contributors, Ianis Dobrev. We will talk about the meanings and feelings around the concept of blockchain, and the role of the artist within a context of decentralized technological innovation.
Meetup
5-6pm
weekly NADA acupuncture
> NADA ear acupuncture is a simple method of treatment, where five small acupuncture needles are inserted on specific points on each ear and remain put for 30 - 45 minutes. During this time the person can sit or lie down, the treatment is done in a communal setting. NADA acupuncture has a long history of being used to ease symptoms of substance withdrawal, as a support in traumatic situation, to help relieve post traumatic stress, stress in general, and for various types of emotional disbalances (including manic episodes, depression, anxiety, insomnia..)
Mutual aid. 5-20€ sliding scale
6-9pm
It's Too Late. Do It Anyway! book launch
> Come celebrate with us the launch of a new book by Cassie Thornton and Magdalena J. Hartelova about being a cultural worker in the apocalypse. Plus, experience the Hologram care protocol alongside other cultural workers, stuck academics, and curious people.
Part 1: Talk about being a cultural worker in The Apocalypse (interview by Demi Lee with Ele Toniolo, Magda Hartelova and Cassie Thornton about the book)
Part 2: Practice The Hologram, feel better
Part 3: Confront systemic injustice that is making us sick by contributing to a Revenge Tarot with Bek Conroy
Free. Book for sale for 24€
Saturday 7.6.
12-2pm
weekly Beyond Non-Violent Communication
> When do words mediate? When do they manipulate? In these 8 sessions we explore, use, and critique the core concepts of non-violent communication: how it empowers, and how it silences and tone polices. We work together to (re)purpose these tools for liberation.
Free. Peer education
12-6pm
Bakesale for Palestine, Brunch edition
> Our regular fundraiser for Palestinian Red Crescent. Come get tasty, sweet and savory, treats. Raise funds
Fundraiser
3-6pm
❤ Paraprofessional consultation on wholistic physical and mental healthcare.
> Come with a problem you'd like to address or an area you'd like to improve (examples PMS, skin, repeat infections or belly troubles). Eli will ask you lots and lots of questions and together you will come up with a plan on how to move forward.
Free. Mutual aid. Eli speaks English and a little bit of German
4-6pm
❤️ Peer counseling for people who feel like shit
(30 min sessions)
> Did you know the Casino is partially based on a free out-of-hours peer support mental health café in Ireland? Did you know that most people feel like shit right now? In that spirit, Cassie will offer peer counseling: offering listening, close attention, and really good questions to help anyone who feels stuck in the apocalypse to locate a shortcut to some energy, dignity, and a sense of connection.
Free. Mutual aid. Cassie speaks English and picture
4-6pm
❤️ Period tracking as contraception
> Magda will discuss with you the pros and cons of using period tracking to avoid pregnancy. They’ll share all the tips and trick they have. They only had an abortion once in the past seven years they’ve been using it, so… we can talk about abortions as well
Magda speaks English, Czech and tiny bit of German
7-12am
ctr+alt+resist. A Black magic party for encrypted desires
> Dr. Shadow with the Black Sex Workers Collective present a cryptoparty. In a time of escalating survaillance, dwindling internet freedoms, and increased criminalization of sex workers across borders, we cast spells of protection around our data. Tgether, we'll open our devices, update our settings, and install tools that protect our data and our lives -in real time, while dancing, between dj sets and performances
Meetup
SUNDAY 8.6.
we open at 5pm
6-10pm
Stop Cop City. A Speaking tour from the U.S.A.
> The Stop Cop City movement describes the thousands of activists and community members who took action to oppose the construction of a $90 million police training facility in the Weelaunee Forest near Atlanta, Georgia in the United States. Now, 61 people have been charged with and continue to face severe state repression charges in Atlanta, specifically RICO or racketeering charges, for their alleged involvement in the resistance to the construction of Cop City. The "Stop Cop City Imaginary Crimes" Tour aims to address these ongoing political prosecutions of activists — including what we can learn about repression in Berlin and Germany — and provide direct support to those affected through raising morale and funds.
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Wednesday 11.6.
2-4pm
❤ A doctor friend
> Your friendly general practitioner. If you need a general check up, help navigating the health care system in Germany, or support connecting your physical symptoms to other aspects of your life, Taso is here for you.
Free. Mutual aid. Taso speaks German, English and Greek
3-5pm
+ 5-6pm on zoom (tba)
❤️ Nervous system regulation + Somatic experiencing
> If you would like to explore new nervous system regulation tools considering your neurodivergence and dis_abilities and get an introductory talk to a somatic trauma healing approach, im happy to introduce you to somatic experiencing and if you wish, refer you to other healing practitioners in berlin's queer radical care networks_communities *
Free. Mutual aid. Uli speaks German and English
3-5pm
❤️ Care web mapping
> In mapping our care webs, we’ll create a visual for ourselves that we can reach to in the many crises to come. We’ll map the collection of people and places we feel are ready to hold us in our most vulnerable states and situations we sometimes find ourselves in. We’ll discuss what it might take to make these webs more robust and sprawling. Perhaps we’ll leave feeling a little less alone, knowing a map of our care team is on a piece of paper, folded up in our pocket.
Free. Mutual aid. Holly speaks English
4-6pm
English-German-Arabic language help desk
> Are you struggling with German paperwork? Do you need someone to look over your official letter? Or would you like to learn some basic phrases to talk to your neighbors or prepare for a trip? Get help from Anna
Free. Mutual aid
5-7pm
monthly AstroClinic
> AstroClinic is a place where you can come by and hang out with consulting queer astrologers, nic & nina. Bring your thoughts and questions and together we can create a space where astrology can feel like social medicine
Free. Mutual aid
7-9pm
Let's Talk About Drugs & Sex
> Has someone you love overdosed recently? Is the desire to escape the horrors of modern living becoming too much? Do you want to try that new drug you don’t know how to pronounce? How does one take a fist safely? An open forum to discuss important topics on sex and partying facilitated by Pansy, the mother of House of Presents, and Martin, a doctor from the Viro clinic.
Free. Peer education
Thursday 12.6.
1-5pm
Kollektivbibliothek meets Casino
> Kollektivbibliothek is a living library with an intention to serve as a collective tool for the political imagination. Come meet us, help us catalogue, borrow books, hear about the project or chat over a coffee about the world. We like books and we like to conspire
Meetup
2-4pm
Job Application help desk
> Do you apply for jobs or prepare for job interviews? What if you didn't have to job hunt alone? Let's work on applications and support each other with our questions around job search. Bring your laptops and/or your job applications and/or your CVs...
Free. Mutual aid. Facilitated by Julia, speaks English and German
5-7pm
Making a website help desk
> Do you wish to reach out to people, unmediated by billionaires and their algorithms? Come share and learn from Rain about how we can reclaim control of our online identities.
Free. Mutual aid
7-9pm
monthly Backgammon night
> A night for anybody interested in the ancient game of backgammon, whether you have never tried it or are a self proclaimed professional
Free. Boards provided
Friday 13.6.
5-6pm
weekly NADA acupuncture
> NADA ear acupuncture is a simple method of treatment, where five small acupuncture needles are inserted on specific points on each ear and remain put for 30 - 45 minutes. During this time the person can sit or lie down, the treatment is done in a communal setting. NADA acupuncture has a long history of being used to ease symptoms of substance withdrawal, as a support in traumatic situation, to help relieve post traumatic stress, stress in general, and for various types of emotional disbalances (including manic episodes, depression, anxiety, insomnia..)
Mutual aid. 5-20€ sliding scale
7pm-10pm
Hermaprodite Logic: A History of Intersex liberation book launch and panel
> Hermaphrodite Logic is a new history of the intersex movement, from 1990-2025. Since their edgy origins at the end of the 20th century, advocates for intersex liberation have challenged narrow two-fold conceptions of sex, and exposed routine medical abuses worldwide. Hermaphrodite Logic follows both the struggles and the style of this political movement, providing new insights to how sex can be reshaped. The book's author Juliana Gleeson will be in dialogue with Simon(e) van Saarloos and C Bain, two critical writers on sex and medicalisation.
Saturday 14.6.
12-2pm
weekly Beyond Non-Violent Communication
> When do words mediate? When do they manipulate? In these 8 sessions we explore, use, and critique the core concepts of non-violent communication: how it empowers, and how it silences and tone polices. We work together to (re)purpose these tools for liberation.
Free. Peer education
12-2pm
English language classes
> Whilst it is only due to a history of brutal colonialism that the English language is so dominant around the world today, it is our current reality that it is the language that many people must use in order to communicate with those from different cultures. Alice tries to create a space where people can come by and improve their English language skills in a non-judgmental atmosphere.
0-15€ sliding scale
3-5pm
Intro into reiki healing
> Come join this introduction into Usui Reiki Ryoho, an energy healing method with Japanese roots that has been practiced for over 100 years. We will go a bit into its history and holistic view on well-being. There will space to discuss and get in touch with our energy systems. Then we end with a group meditation and practice for you to experience reiki vibrations first hand. Facilitated by Michelle, Usui Reiki practitioner, anarchist carebear, dancer, educator and movement facilitator.
Free. Peer education
8pm-9pm
Volunteering in West Bank
> A personal account of being an international volunteer in Palestine, accompanied by photographs and stories narrating one person's witnessing to the realities of life under occupation.
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Wednesday 18.6.
3-5pm
❤ Flower essence consultation and remedies
> Lisa will create for you your own blend made from wild-sourced flower essences from Australia. Flower essences are homeopathic vibrational remedies that support the emotional, physical and subtle energetic bodies. Drops are taken daily under the tongue slowly tuning you to the archetypal wisdom inherent in each flower.
Free. Mutual aid. Lisa speaks English and a little bit of German.
3-5pm
+ 5-6pm on zoom (below)
❤️ Nervous system regulation + Somatic experiencing
> If you would like to explore new nervous system regulation tools considering your neurodivergence and dis_abilities and get an introductory talk to a somatic trauma healing approach, im happy to introduce you to somatic experiencing and if you wish, refer you to other healing practitioners in berlin's queer radical care networks_communities *
Free. Mutual aid. Uli speaks German and English
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/82522351254?pwd=OdwTMsBQdqAzbPSulnEavo3VitQxcT.1
4-6pm
❤ Body, energy, massage dialog
> As a qualified psychologist and a Mongolian healer, Darja combines Eastern meridian massage, Mongolian energy medicine and systemic family therapy approaches with mindful conversation in this in-depth treatment. Through energy meridian diagnostics, acupressure by hand, breath and touch, your nervous system is regulated and inner spaces open up - for more clarity, connection and vitality on a physical and mental level. Effective for trauma, exhaustion, pain, emotional issues, strengthening the parasympathetic system and transformative transition processes.
Free. Mutual aid. Darja speaks German, English, and Spanish
6-8pm
monthly basket weaving circle
> Come make raffia baskets. Learn where they come from, learn how to make one, or bring your own to weave in a companion silence.
Contribution of 5 euros to materials appreciated
Thursday 19.6.
1-5pm
Kollektivbibliothek meets Casino
> Kollektivbibliothek is a living library with an intention to serve as a collective tool for the political imagination. Come meet us, help us catalogue, borrow books, hear about the project or chat over a coffee about the world. We like books and we like to conspire
Meetup
4-7pm
Hologram practice afternoon
> Come practice the Hologram, a peer-to-peer health monitoring protocol practiced by hundreds of people all over the world. Find out more at: thehologram.xyz. No prior experience needed. For beginners as well as for experienced practitioners who want to connect with strangers. Come by 5:30pm for a chance to take part
Mutual aid
Friday 20.6.
5-6pm
weekly NADA acupuncture
> NADA ear acupuncture is a simple method of treatment, where five small acupuncture needles are inserted on specific points on each ear and remain put for 30 - 45 minutes. During this time the person can sit or lie down, the treatment is done in a communal setting. NADA acupuncture has a long history of being used to ease symptoms of substance withdrawal, as a support in traumatic situation, to help relieve post traumatic stress, stress in general, and for various types of emotional disbalances (including manic episodes, depression, anxiety, insomnia..)
Mutual aid. 5-20€ sliding scale
8-9:30pm
Absence album release by Becky
> On her new EP `Absence` Becky delves even deeper into the small abysses of everyday life. She addresses the ongoing challenge of expressing her needs and the preconceived notions surrounding romantic relationships.
In a cosy atmosphere Becky will present songs from her new EP, as well as songs from her earlier releases, together with drummer Esthy. Special guest: The murk prince
The murk prince doesn’t want to please you, they want to seduce you. With their bilingual lyrics and alternative sound, “The murk prince” is ready to deliver on all your emotional needs. Need to cry cause your relationship hasn’t worked out? Getting tired of realising how much work you still have on your healing journey? Or angry at our capitalistic, racist, ableist, transphobic and patriarchal system? With their bilingual lyrics and alternative sound, “The murk prince” is ready to make you travel across the binary.
Saturday 21.6.
12-2pm
weekly Beyond Non-Violent Communication
> When do words mediate? When do they manipulate? In these 8 sessions we explore, use, and critique the core concepts of non-violent communication: how it empowers, and how it silences and tone polices. We work together to (re)purpose these tools for liberation.
Free. Peer education
8-10pm
No-Talent Show
> To celebrate the international radical Fairies gathering in Berlin, come to their no-talent show, an open mic to try on stage something you have never ever done before. No preparation is absolutely required:)
Meetup
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Wednesday 25.6.
2-4pm
❤ A doctor friend
> Your friendly general practitioner. If you need a general check up, help navigating the health care system in Germany, or support connecting your physical symptoms to other aspects of your life, Taso is here for you.
Free. Mutual aid. Taso speaks German, English and Greek
5-6pm
Song sharing and discussion
> Join an open discussion for music lovers, listen to music and talk about what it means to you. Bring a song to share that’s been on repeat this week. Reflect and talk about the music that helps you through tough times. Get new music recommendations. Hosted by Jordan, a music therapist
Meetup. Mutual aid
6-8pm
Death cafe
> We all face loss, we all grieve, we’re all gonna die. But we live in a culture which often doesn’t have space for these things until they’re happening. So come talk about them, ask your questions, and share your fears about death, transition, and loss. Facilitated by Anna
Free. Mutual aid
Thursday 26.6.
1-5pm
Kollektivbibliothek meets Casino
> Kollektivbibliothek is a living library with an intention to serve as a collective tool for the political imagination. Come meet us, help us catalogue, borrow books, hear about the project or chat over a coffee about the world. We like books and we like to conspire
Meetup
2-6pm
Self-directed group art therapy
> Tchivett will facilitate a space for you to use craft, and potentially talking, to work through your stucknesses, sufferings, anxieties, and tensions
Free. Mutual aid
6-10pm
Juden und Homosexuelle für Palästina
> A night of drag to celebrate and grieve together, raising funds for Gazan lives. Organized by H. P. Loveshaft
Fundraiser
Friday 27.6.
5-6pm
weekly NADA acupuncture
> NADA ear acupuncture is a simple method of treatment, where five small acupuncture needles are inserted on 5 points of the ear for ca 30mins. NADA acupuncture has a long history of being used to ease symptoms of substance withdrawal, as a support in traumatic situation, stress in general, and for various types of emotional disbalances
Mutual aid. 5-20€ sliding scale
7-10pm
a night for soft nostalgia and contemporary musicians from the Arab world
Saturday 28.6.
12-2pm
weekly Beyond Non-Violent Communication
> When do words mediate? When do they manipulate? In these 8 sessions we explore, use, and critique the core concepts of non-violent communication: how it empowers, and how it silences and tone polices. We work together to (re)purpose these tools for liberation.
Free. Peer education
12-2pm
English language classes
> Whilst it is only due to a history of brutal colonialism that the English language is so dominant around the world today, it is our current reality that it is the language that many people must use in order to communicate with those from different cultures. Alice tries to create a space where people can come by and improve their English language skills in a non-judgmental atmosphere.
0-15€ sliding scale
2-6pm
monthly Repair cafe
5-6pm
Meet ASMR practitioners
> Would you like to meet the medicine practitioners behind ASMR, the Anarchist School of Medicine and Revolt, who bring you free healthcare offerings every Wednesday and Saturday afternoon? Do you have an idea for a medicinal help desk that you'd like to pitch us? Or are you also part of autonomous health care organizing and would like to plot? Come by
Meetup
6:30-11pm
Kashmere, the present and the past
> Come learn about the past and present liberation struggles in Kashmir. Meet organizers, learn from local struggles, get fired up, get hope
Meetup
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some ACCESS DETAILS:
📮 address: Sonnenallee 100, 12045 Beriin (https://g.co/kgs/T4L41Yb)
closest bus station: Erkstrasse (M41, M43), ca 1min walk
closest ubahn station: Rathaus Neukolln (U7), ca 7min walk
📡 the space is on street level, access through door without any steps
door is more than 90cm and opens inside
various seating options, including sofas, wooden chairs and cushy benches
🌡 permanently non-smoking, functioning air change system
we use low scent cleaning supplies
🧲 bathrooms are in the basement, only accessible through a flight of stairs (10)
not gender-assigned
no toilet equipped for wheelchair users
💌 facemasks available for free at the bar
🎠 dogs allowed
we kindly ask their humans to check in with people around them about their comfort and possible allergies
🎈no personal identification required to enter
we do not call the police
🍎 all events in the Against All Odds series are free
guest event entry determined by the organizers
that said: nobody is turned away for lack of funds
💥 all bartenders, organizers and other staff are currently volunteers
⏰ wifi exists
🧰to give us (anonymous) feedback, use this form: https://office.casinoooo.org/apps/forms/LrLGPxdzt5H5Nmbr/edit
our conflict resolution process is still in the works
If you have questions or if you would like to attend an event and might need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
(information last updated: April 2025)