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Ja! Schau dir die backpacking Veranstaltungen an, die heute stattfinden hier. Das sind persönliche Treffen, bei denen du Gleichgesinnte treffen und sofort an Aktivitäten teilnehmen kannst.
Entdecke alle backpacking Veranstaltungen, die diese Woche stattfinden hier. Plane im Voraus und nimm an spannenden Meetups während der Woche teil.
Auf jeden Fall! Finde backpacking Veranstaltungen in deiner Nähe hier. Verbinde dich mit deiner lokalen Community und entdecke Veranstaltungen in deiner Umgebung.
Backpacking Veranstaltungen Heute
Nimm an persönlichen Backpacking Veranstaltungen teil, die gerade stattfinden
Village Outdoor – Berlin Wall Trail Section 13
**Berliner Mauerweg Abschnitt 13**
**– vom S-Bahnhof Lichtenrade bis zur Gropiusstadt –**
mit ***Harms*** und ***Thomas***
**Treffpunkt**: 11 Uhr, S-Bahnhof Lichtenrade (S2) auf dem Bahnsteig
**Streckenlänge**: ca. 12 km (ca. 4 Std.)
**LGBTQIA +**
**[Kostenlos mit Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/village-outdoor/w08-2026/)**
Auf unserer ersten Wanderung des Jahres 2026 setzen wir den Berliner Mauerweg an der südlichen Stadtgrenze fort – dieses Mal geht es von Lichtenrade bis zur Gropiusstadt. Schon am S-Bahnhof fällt der Blick auf das historische Industriegebäude der Alten Mälzerei, eine ehemalige Malzfabrik, die vor Kurzem zu einem integrativen Stadtquartier umgestaltet wurde.
Vom Bahnhof aus gelangen wir durch ein Wohngebiet zum südlich gelegenen Abschnitt des Mauerwegs. Wie bereits im vorherigen Teilstück führt uns der Weg über weite Strecken entlang der Stadtkante durch die offene Landschaft im Süden Berlins. Der ehemalige „Kolonnenweg“ der DDR-Grenztruppen ist hier teilweise noch erhalten; auch einige der Peitschenlampen, die einst den Grenzstreifen ausleuchteten, stehen noch.
Schon aus der Ferne kündigt die markante Silhouette der Gropiusstadt den Endpunkt unserer Wanderung an.
**Was ist Village Outdoor?**
Village Outdoor Events sind monatliche Treffen der we are village-Community und ihrer Freunde, um Outdoor-Aktivitäten in und um Berlin zu genießen. Jeden Monat gibt es einen kostenlosen und unkomplizierten Spaziergang oder eine Wanderung in Bereichen Berlins oder in der Umgebung, die mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln erreichbar sind.
**Hinweise**
**Treffpunkt**: 11 Uhr, S-Bahnhof Lichtenrade (S2) auf dem Bahnsteig
**Streckenlänge**: ca. 12 km (ca. 4 Std.)
**Rückfahrt**: U-Bahnhof Lipschitzallee (U7),
**Sprache**: Je nach Bedürfnissen der Gruppe werden wir Deutsch und/oder Englisch sprechen.
**Kosten**: Die Teilnahme ist kostenlos mit Anmeldung.
*\*\* Diese Veranstaltung ist Teil unseres Programms ‘****[Gemeinsam statt einsam](https://wearevillage.org/village-quartiere/addressing-queer-lonliness)****‘, unterstützt von der* ***[LADS](https://www.berlin.de/sen/lads/en/)****. Erfahre mehr über das Programm [hier](https://wearevillage.org/village-quartiere/addressing-queer-lonliness).*
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**Village Outdoor**
**Berlin Wall Trail Section 13**
**– From Lichtenrade S-Bahn Station to Gropiusstadt –**
with ***Harms*** and ***Thomas***
**[Free event with registration](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/village-outdoor/w08-2026/)**
On our first hike of 2026, we continue along the Berlin Wall Trail on the southern city limits – this time from Lichtenrade to Gropiusstadt. Even at the S-Bahn station, the eye is drawn to the historic industrial building of the Alte Mälzerei , a former malt factory that was recently transformed into an inclusive urban quarter.
From the station, we walk through a residential area to the southern section of the Wall Trail. As in the previous section, the path leads us along the city’s edge for long stretches through the open countryside in southern Berlin. The former patrol road of the GDR border troops is still partially preserved here; some of the lampposts that once illuminated the border strip are also still standing. Even from a distance, the distinctive silhouette of Gropiusstadt announces the end point of our hike.
**What’s Village Outdoor?**
Village outdoor Events are monthly meetups for the we are village community and their friends to enjoy outdoor activities in and around Berlin. Each month features a free and easy walk or hike in Berlin or its surrounding areas, accessible by public transport.
**General Information**
**Meeting point**: 11:00 AM, Lichtenrade S-Bahn station (S2) on the platform
**Route length:** approx. 12 km (approx. 4 hours)
**Return**: Lipschitzallee U-Bahn station (U7)
**Language:** we’ll speak English and/or German, depending on the needs of the group.
**Cost**: free event with registration
*\*\* This event is part of the we are village program ‘****[Belonging versus Lonelliness](https://wearevillage.org/village-quartiere/addressing-queer-lonliness)****‘, with the support of the* ***[LADS](https://www.berlin.de/sen/lads/en/)****. Learn more about the program [here](https://wearevillage.org/village-quartiere/addressing-queer-lonliness).*
Chitta Walks - Awareness in Motion
Chitta Walks is for people whose days move fast, while the mind never fully lands. Thoughts keep looping even when nothing is urgent. The body moves, but attention is elsewhere. Over time, this disconnect drains clarity and ease.
This walk is a simple reset.
We meet in Berlin’s Tiergarten and walk at a gentle pace. Parts of the walk are in silence, with light guidance and a few short prompts. The walk itself is the practice, bringing body and mind back into the same moment.
No apps. No performance. Just a clear space to slow down and notice what is happening.
If you want to slow down without withdrawing from life, join a Chitta Walk.
✨ **What to expect (approx. 90 minutes):**
* A short arrival and orientation
* A guided silent walk (phones off, no conversation)
* One concise science-based impulse on attention or stress
* Optional reflection in pairs or small groups
* A simple takeaway or experiment for daily life
🚶**Who this is for:**
* Professionals, creatives, and people in transition.
* People who feel mentally busy and want more clarity and balance.
* Those curious about mindfulness, but grounded and practical.
* Anyone comfortable with silence and gentle self observation.
🔔 **Practical notes:**
* Duration: 60-90 minutes
* Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
* No prior experience needed
* Group size is limited to keep the space quiet and focused
🧭 **Facilitator:**
My name is Partha Sarathi, you can call me PS. I have lived in Berlin for over 12 years. With a background in physics and materials science, my interest in mindfulness grew through personal experience with stress and health challenges. I facilitate the space and structure of the walk, inviting shared exploration rather than instruction.
🤔 **Why Chitta Walks?**
Chitta is a Sanskrit word referring to the mind or field of awareness, used here in a practical, non-religious sense.
Chitta Walks is about noticing how the mind works by slowing down and walking together. Mindful walking makes thought patterns visible in real time, while moving and sensing in the world.
The name points to a simple capacity: noticing what is happening in the mind without immediately trying to fix, judge, or optimize it.
🌿 **Possible effects:**
A calmer nervous system.
Clearer attention.
A felt sense of being more present in your body.
Subtle insights into how your mind reacts under everyday conditions.
A quieter, more grounded way of moving through the city.
**Come as you are. Walk. Notice. Leave with a little more space inside.**
We put the BAD in BADMINTON (Read description plz)
I swear it's a sport!
Let's meet and play!
**VERY IMPORTANT :**
* Please keep reading comments and/or direct messages as long as you are on main OR waiting lists.
* Sign-out as soon as you know you won't participate (even from waiting list).
* Non-replied direct message ==> declined participation on Friday.
**HOW TO JOIN**
1. Sign up to the event
2. Paypal on signup, 12€/person to https://paypal.me/berlinhorizon
(use Friend&Family option !)
3. Join on Sunday
* Guaranteed refund until cancellation deadline : -48h (=> Friday 1PM).
* If **waiting list**, please **don't pay until** you get contacted and **moved to main list**.
Contact if needed : berlin.horizon22@gmail.com
**__________________________________________________________________________________**
**Alternative no paypal (Cash, EXACT AMOUNT please)**
1. Reply 'Y' to RSVP question
2. Join on Sunday
* Cancellation deadline (Friday 1PM) remains.
* Late cancellation will be asked to pay.
**__________________________________________________________________________________**
**Timing :**
* **13.00** : Meeting outside of main hall (or inside if rain)
-> Introduction
-> Desk registration (shoes check, rental...)
* **13.15** : START PLAY
* **14.45** : END PLAY
!! Every 10th session you attend is for free !!
(in form of a later refund. Still have to pay on the actual participation)
**Facility :**
TiB 1848 e.V, Columbiadamm 111
(close to Templehofer Feld)
**Equipment :**
* RACKET : Bring your own or rent one there (2€).
* SHOES : checked at desk. Rental for 2€
-> Non-marking
-> Light sole
-> Not worn outside
* Shower, locker available.
* Sauna open at TiB discretion.
Last but not least : no worries about level, we play for fun before all.
The keyword of the event is sweet & sweat !
Looking forward to see you on the court :)
Chess For Fun - back to the game!
A beautiful Kreuzberg Café La Tienda hosts us on regular, weekly basis. The owner is very friendly and plays chess too.
Please, please respect the invitation and leave some money on the bar - it's a café, so please behave like in a café and carry your responsibility for the chess community you are part of. More then before small business need our support. Female players, beginners and hobby players -it's our event!
Please note that the number of attendees on Meetup doesn't correspond the amount of people coming to La Tienda. There is a vivid community around, so we are always many!
Stille Stunde 🤫 Gemeinsam für sich
**Bitte via Email anmelden: claudi@lifecovery.de**
In Gesellschaft fällt es oft leichter, konzentriert bei sich zu bleiben – produktiv, ruhig und ganz im eigenen Element – aber eben nicht allein. (*#bodydoubling*)
Diese Gruppe trifft sich...
* jeden 1. und 3. Sonntag im Monat im Stadtteilzentrum Prenzlauer Berg
* *jeden 2. und 4. Sonntag im Monat* im Nachbarschaftszentrum in Französisch Buchholz...
und bietet einen festen Rahmen für ruhige, konzentrierte Zeit: zum Lesen, Schreiben, Planen, Lernen, lang aufgeschobene Aufgaben oder einfach stilles Dasein. Alle bringen ihr eigenes Projekt mit – wir teilen nur den Raum und die Atmosphäre.
Diese Gruppe ist offen für alle: egal ob jung (18+) oder alt, Bücherwurm, Notizbuchfan, Planungsfuchs oder stiller Denker. Keine Vorkenntnisse, kein Programm – nur ihr, euer Projekt und ein gemeinsamer Raum der Ruhe. *(English speakers welcome.)*
**ABLAUF:**
* 30 Min. Ankommen: Bekanntmachen, Platz suchen und einrichten, evtl. Getränk holen, kurzer Austausch (wer mag, kann kurz erzählen, woran in der stillen Stunde gearbeitet wird.)
* 60 Min. Stille Stunde: Alle konzentrieren sich auf das eigene Tun. Keine Ablenkung, kein Smalltalk.
* 30 Min. Ausklang: Wer möchte, bleibt zum Reden, Austauschen oder einfach Durchatmen.
**HINWEISE:**
* Anmeldung erbeten: claudi@lifecovery.de
* Für Kaffee und Tee wird gesorgt
* Für Unispirierte stehen auch ein paar kleine Kreativprojekte bereit
* Kosten: spendenbasiert
* Bitte auch absagen, wenn ihr nach initialer Zusage doch nicht kommen könnt.
**Bis bald in gemeinsamer Stille** 🤗
staysprechen; deutschenglish sprachrunde;
**ENGLISH:**
Welcome new Berliners and people considering settling in Berlin,
are you enjoying the great weather we have been having in recent weeks?
Soon there will be barbecues with delicious food...
As someone who has been resident in Berlin for almost seven years I feel I would like to welcome and help people on a similar path to myself.
We are meeting on Sunday at 2pm at Coffee Lories, Fennstraße 24 for drinks and snacks, before having a walk around the neighbourhood.
Please join the Signal Group for communication or message me through the Meetup Chat to locate us when meeting.
[https://signal.group/#CjQKIMFDA0ZnmCUtsEa85UZpZkk8Ijjfu_YI5Z9o0W34dAuoEhAXnTSlXShSNBpq28sPWzcD](https://signal.group/#CjQKIMFDA0ZnmCUtsEa85UZpZkk8Ijjfu_YI5Z9o0W34dAuoEhAXnTSlXShSNBpq28sPWzcD)
If you need any tips or help with settling in Berlin, such as help with travel and help navigating the transport system please don’t hesitate to message me either through the Signal Group or Meetup Chat.
Looking forward to the conversation, the drinks, and the company...
**DEUTSCH:**
Großartige neue Berlinerinnen, Berliner, und Leute, die schon eine Weile in Berlin gewohnt haben,
freuen Sie sich über das ausgezeichnete Wetter, das wir in den letzten Wochen gehabt haben?
Bald gibt es das Braten auf dem Rost mit köstlichem Essen...
Denn ich jemand bin, der fast sieben Jahren in Berlin gewohnt hat, fühle ich, dass ich neue Berlinerinnen, Berliner, die auf einem ähnlichen Weg zu mir sind, Willkommen heißen.
Wir treffen uns am Sonntag um 14 Uhr beim Coffee Lories, Fennstraße 24, für Getränke und Imbisse vor wir um den Kiez spazieren.
Bitte treten Sie die Signal Gruppe ein, um zu kommunizieren, oder schicken Sie mir eine Nachricht per Meetup Chat um die Gruppe zu erkennen beim Treffen.
[https://signal.group/#CjQKIMFDA0ZnmCUtsEa85UZpZkk8Ijjfu_YI5Z9o0W34dAuoEhAXnTSlXShSNBpq28sPWzcD](https://signal.group/#CjQKIMFDA0ZnmCUtsEa85UZpZkk8Ijjfu_YI5Z9o0W34dAuoEhAXnTSlXShSNBpq28sPWzcD)
Wann Sie irgendeinen Rat oder Hilfe beim einziehen in Berlin brauchen, zum Beispiel Hilfe beim öffentliche Nahverkehr bitte fühlen Sie sich Willkommen mir eine Frage über die Signal Gruppe oder Meetup Chat zu stellen.
Auf das Gespräch, die Getränke, und die Gesellschaft...
Backpacking Veranstaltungen Diese Woche
Entdecke, was in den nächsten Tagen passiert
🌿 Nature Reset – Briesetal
Nature Reset is a mindful walk in nature, just outside Berlin, offering a conscious break before the next stretch begins.
We combine:
– mindful walking in nature
– intentional pauses
– movement, meditation, nature, awareness
– light facilitation to get to know each other a little bit
– space for alignment, reflection, and mutual support
– pristine nature close to the city
This is not just a casual walk, but a serious self-care appointment. It is also not a sports event. We go for a cozy walk in order to slow down and get out of the hustle for a while.
Participation is free. Donations are very welcome.
🚗 Ridesharing will be coordinated in the group.
👉 Join the Telegram group for details & updates:
https://t.me/Nature_Reset
Sunday, February 22 · 11:00
📍 Meeting point: S-Bahnhof Borgsdorf
⏳ Duration: approx. 2–3 hours
Sunday Silent Reading at the Bode Museum
Silent Book Club is a group of book lovers who enjoy reading together in public. All books and all readers are welcome.
(Kindly RSVP 'yes' only if you can make it, so we can save a seat for you and our fellow readers on the waitlist!)
This page-turning party will unfold in the Café (1st floor) at the Bode Museum.
There's no entrance fee, but please order at least one item from the cafe and don't bring any outside drinks :)
No quizzes, no pressure, no assigned books - just a group of book-loving souls basking in the beauty of silent reading.
**Our thrilling agenda:**
10:30 am - 11:00 am - Arrivals, ordering drinks/food (social time)
11:00 am - 12:00 pm - The Great Quiet Reading Hour (where silence is the star)
12:00 pm - 13:00 pm - Optional socializing, share your reading adventures or just keep exploring the pages
Stay for lunch, and who knows? You might just find your next favorite book over a pizza.
NB: If you plan to go for lunch, please consider bringing cash, as some restaurants only accept card payments after a certain amount.
RISING MOON KIRTAN MUSIC NIGHT • Berlin
🌙 Rising Moon Kirtan / Live Music Meditation
📍Berlin | Fabruary 22
live music * immersive visuals * unforgettable kirtan experience
Join us for an unforgettable immersive experience like nothing you’ve ever had before. Let your heart dance and sing in a space of love where you can simply be yourself.
Kirtan meditation is the beautiful practice of hearing and singing sacred mantras. It's engaging, immersive, and a form of meditation that anyone can do and enjoy. Beautiful mantra music to soothe you, uplifting rhythms, and a community that makes you feel instantly at home.
Chanting mantras together creates a meditative, heart-opening atmosphere. It helps release stress, connect with the Supreme Soul and with others, and bring joy and inner peace.
💡 No previous experience needed. Kirtan is open to everyone, regardless of religion, background, or age — here, you can simply be yourself.
🌕 Immersive Kirtan Journey — What to Expect
When you arrive, you’ll be welcomed into a cozy hall with warm, dimmed lights and mellow music. We’ve covered the floor with soft carpets and pillows — so you can leave your shoes at the entrance, sit down, relax, or even lie down and just feel at home.
This event will be a little special:
we’re creating a full immersive experience with surround visuals & sound — making it feel as if you’re entering another world.
This is kirtan unlike anything you’ve experienced. It’s a deep journey through sound and mantra that helps you not just listen, but to feel with open hearts — letting the mantras gradually fill you with happiness, warmth, and peace. You’re also welcome to dive in, singing or dancing if you like.
We’re looking forward to sharing this experience with you 🤍 after the event we will surprise you with a little gift
🎟 Entry is paid. Your support helps cover the costs of organizing and sustaining this magical experience.
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Tauche mit uns in ein unvergessliches Erlebnis ein, das du so noch nie erlebt hast.
Kirtan-Meditation ist die wundervolle Praxis, Mantras zu hören und zu singen. Sie ist bezaubernd, fesselnd und eine Form der Meditation, die jeder praktizieren und genießen kann. Die wunderschöne Mantra-Musik wird dich beruhigen und lässt dich innere Ruhe verspüren. Mitreißende Rhythmen und eine Gemeinschaft, in der du dich auf Anhieb wie zu Hause fühlst, werden dich erwarten.
💡 Es sind keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich. Kirtan steht allen offen, – hier kannst du einfach du selbst sein.
📍MOA MEET Konferenz & Eventlocation
Stephanstraße 41
📞 +49 160 96501188 (WhatsApp)
https://www.instagram.com/twin.rivers.music
🎟 Reserve your spot now! ⬇️
Tiergarten Run - 7k, Optional extension 12k
Our host in person will be Friederike from 2026🧡
We meet at Northwest corner of Siegessäule ( previous Cafe Viktoria. )We will run around the Tiergarten for 7kms.
After the first round with the "Tiergarten Running Group", and if you still like us 😉 and feel like it, you can join in for a second loop of 6km. The second loop is optional.
Running paces around 5:50 or 6:20 depends on the participants.
We will start to run exact 9:00 am. Don't be late. If you are late, please follow the route in the picture.
Let's start the Sunday right 💪🏃♂️🏃♀️!
Rain 🌧️ or shine ☀️, we run!
Cyu all fellow runners there :)
Liability: By signing up for this event and participating at this Workout you accept that applicable by law the organizer will not be liable for any damages or injuries arising out of your participation.
Kiez&Kids Tour - Entdeckungsreise durch die Stadt / Stadtführungen in Berlin
Bringt gute Laune, schönes Wetter und Interesse mit. Wir treffen uns je nach Tour an unterschiedlichen Orten. Am 1. April 2018 um 15 Uhr gehts los am Eingang zur Akademie der Künste am Pariser Platz neben dem Brandenburger Tor.
🌱 Wishing for spring - Botanical Origami Meet-up @Metis
Are you also impatiently waiting for the season to change? ☁️ ➡️ 🌻
Then join this botany-focused meetup to bring back flowers and green leaves back into your life! 🌷
With models for all levels, you'll get to create pops of colour that will surely keep you company till spring 🌵🌳
This time we will be hosted by [Metis Books & Café](https://www.instagram.com/metis.cafe.berlin?igsh=MXBzbnpoMXN5c3A0bQ==), a recently-opened, cosy venue in the north side of the city.
Here's an overview of what you could expect:
* **Mandatory donation (amount of your choice)** – this supports essential costs like the Meetup subscription and keeps our community thriving 🌱 You can either submit a **physical donation** to the event host in person or make a **digital donation** **[here](https://paypal.me/origamiberlin?locale.x=de_DE&country.x=DE)** (and inform the host afterwards).
* In-person folding practice for all levels – beginners and experienced folders are equally welcome.
* Origami paper + model instructions will be provided (from the host’s collection, for reference only). Feel free to bring your own favorite sheets or tools!
* Photos may be taken for memories & our archive (Meetup, Instagram, Telegram) – let the host know if you prefer not to appear.
* **We kindly encourage everyone to buy at least one drink to support [Metis Books & Café](https://www.instagram.com/metis.cafe.berlin?igsh=MXBzbnpoMXN5c3A0bQ==) for hosting us!**
⚠️ **RSVP Policy – Please Read** ⚠️
Our community has grown a lot since its birth in August 2024, which is amazing — but it also means we need to handle RSVPs more carefully:
* RSVP opens **7 days before** each event (apart from short-notice events) and closes at **noon on the event day**.
* Please cancel your spot or contact the host directly (via Meetup message function or our [Telegram channel](https://t.me/+T4URs80l2ig3NWNi)) by **noon on the event day** if you can't make it last minute.
* Members with **2 no-shows** (without notice) will be removed from the group unless a valid reason is provided.
Thank you for helping us keep Origami Crafters Berlin respectful, reliable, and fun! 🙏
Get in touch if you have questions anytime and see you all at the folding tables very soon! 🌱💐
Acro Yoga Kurs/Jam
AKRO YOGA
Jeden 2. Sonntag: Kurs
Jeden 1., 3., und 4. Sonntag: Open Jam
15 bis 18Uhr
\*KURS\*
Partner-Akrobatik im Offenen Wohnzimmer - Open Level Class
Der Kurs richtet sich an alle, die noch nie Partnerakrobatik ausprobiert haben, aber motiviert und interessiert sind. Aber auch für Menschen, die schon Erfahrungen mitbringen, wird etwas dabei sein. Wir praktizieren L-Basing (bei der eine Person auf der Erde liegt und eine andere Person auf den Füßen oder Armen balanciert).
Wir werden uns jede Woche mit einem neuen Flow beschäftigen, wobei unser Fokus vor allem auf sauberer Technik und Sicherheit liegt.
Du kannst gerne alleine kommen, wir werden im Kurs Partner\*innen zum Ausprobieren der Flows finden.
Du brauchst: Bequeme, eng anliegende Kleidung, etwas zu trinken. Matten sind vor Ort.
\*OPEN JAM\*
Partner-Akrobatik im Offenen Wohnzimmer - Offene Jam
Du möchtest deine neu gelernten Flows und Figuren aus der Partnerakrobatik mit anderen Menschen ausprobieren? Dann bist du hier genau richtig. Wir wollen gemeinsam einen Raum schaffen, in dem wir gemeinsam an unseren Flows arbeiten und kreativ experimentieren können.
Nach einem gemeinsamen Warm Up wird frei ausprobiert, um am Ende bei einem gemeinsamen Cool Down wieder zusammen zu kommen.
Du kannst gerne alleine kommen, es wird genug potentielle Partner\*innen vor Ort geben.
Du brauchst: Bequeme, eng anliegende Kleidung, etwas zu trinken. Matten sind vor Ort.
\*\*\*\*
Anmeldung erforderlich : melde dich bitte an unter [akro@filua.de](mailto:akro@filua.de)
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BrowserStack QA Meetup | Columbus (March 12)
**Hello Columbus!**
**The community is buzzing and growing well.**
**We are thrilled to bring our third BrowserStack QA Meetup on March 12th!**
We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss.
**What to expect:**
* **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds.
* **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately.
* **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit.
**Agenda**
* **[Sam Gomez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samueljgomez/)** is presenting "AI is more than LLMs: Choosing the right AI for your needs."
**RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!**
📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017
📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017
📅 **Date & Time:** March 12, 6:00 PM
**Stay Connected!**
Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup?
Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!**
🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)
**A Few Notes:**
✅ This is an **in-person event**
✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event.
**TALK ABSTRACT:**
AI is all the hype these days; however, despite (or maybe because of) the excitement around it, a high percentage of AI projects fail. Projects that are over budget, delayed, or that fail to scale past the POC phase are very common. In many of these scenarios, choosing the right approach can be as critical as the solution itself. Should you build a tailored machine learning model, leverage the power of large language models (LLMs), or integrate with AI copilots? Each option has unique strengths, trade-offs, and resource requirements, and the key to success lies in aligning your choice with your business goals and technical constraints.
In this talk, we will go beyond the basic concepts and definitions to provide a practical guide that allows attendees to navigate these decisions through real-world case studies. We will examine scenarios in which different AI paradigms were chosen, discuss the factors that influenced those decisions, and outline the process for evaluating needs, constraints, and outcomes. From assessing data availability and team expertise to balancing cost and scalability, you'll gain insights into the critical considerations that guide the selection process.
By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear process for determining whether machine learning, LLMs, or copilots are best suited to your AI challenges and understand the resources and strategies needed to bring your chosen solution to life. This talk is ideal for decision-makers, technical leads, and innovators seeking to demystify AI implementation and maximize the impact of their investments.
CMG Gives Back - March: Serve Brunch at FAITH MISSION GRANT KITCHEN!
Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! For this event, we’ll help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents, wash dishes and clean surfaces at Fath Mission – Grant Kitchen. We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event:
FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. Our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces.
PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:15am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.
LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1, indicated in the attached map. On-site and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details:
\* LSS Volunteer Guidelines: Uploaded to photos.
\* Parking Map Info: Uploaded to photos.
\* LSS Faith Mission Orientation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp46_6ay6iA
\* Link with Additional Details / Info: https://lss.vomo.org/opportunity/faith-mission-grant-kitchen-2025
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing the all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With very few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve.
THANK YOU: This CMG Gives Back event provides an opportunity for YOU to get involved in helping others! Benefits go well beyond the help we give to others. Volunteering provides a wide range of personal benefits, including positive effects on mental and physical health, reduced stress/depression/anxiety, increased happiness and improved purpose, life-satisfaction and personal well-being! Plus, the opportunity to get involved, connect with others and help those in need.
PARTNER AGENCY: This event is hosted by Lutheran Social Services (LSS), which serves thousands of people in need each day in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety and healing. LSS offers food through the LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Hike Bexley
Meet at Wolfe Park parking lot by tennis courts. We willl walk along Alum Creek trail, through Jeffrey Mansion Park then along Bexley neighborhood and back.
Optional lunch at Trolley District.





























