Afterwork

💬 Meet new people, practice English naturally, and feel part of a welcoming international community at Tuesday Talk Time - our weekly English conversation meetup. Whether you’re a beginner or already fluent, you’ll find a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where conversations flow easily and no one feels out of place. Many guests come solo, and our team is always there to help you join a table, break the ice, and feel comfortable from the very beginning. You can expect real conversations, a diverse international crowd, and a cozy venue that’s perfect for talking, laughing, and connecting. 📅 Every Tuesday, from 19:30 till late 📍 Follow the Sun Hostel, St Julian’s 🌎 Who joins: Internationals, students, travellers, expats & locals 🎟️ Entry: 7€, including: – A free welcome drink – Full access to the event – Friendly team support to help you connect and meet new people 👉 No booking needed — just show up and join the fun. The earlier you come, the better the experience. We look forward to welcoming you! Links: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/english_cafe_malta/) [Website](https://englishcafemalta.com/)

GLOBALS On Tour: Malta 2026 Get your spot here: [https://events.clubglobals.com/GLOBALSOnTourMalta2026](https://events.clubglobals.com/GLOBALSOnTourMalta2026) GLOBALS On Tour: Malta 2026 is a curated mobile networking experience built around a Bus Tour format, designed to bring founders, investors, entrepreneurs, operators, and ecosystem builders together during EU-Startups Summit Malta. The experience connects the right people in motion, creating a more dynamic and intentional way to network beyond the usual conference floor. During the tour, selected startups will get visibility, founders and investors will connect in a more natural setting, and the GLOBALS team will facilitate curated introductions and meaningful follow-ups. Attendees can expect: • Curated networking with founders, investors and operators • Startup visibility and pitch-style conversations • Founder ↔ investor and founder ↔ operator introductions • Matchmaking supported by the GLOBALS team • Access to the GLOBALS Malta community • Useful local updates, meetups, after-parties and side event info • A high-energy networking experience during EU-Startups Summit Malta Who should attend? Founders, entrepreneurs, investors, corporate innovators, ecosystem leaders, business developers and professionals looking to expand their network during EU-Startups Summit Malta. Join us Ride with the right people, make meaningful connections, and move the conversation forward. Event link: [https://events.clubglobals.com/GLOBALSOnTourMalta2026](https://events.clubglobals.com/GLOBALSOnTourMalta2026)

The Department of Tourism Management at the University of Malta, in collaboration with GDG Malta and UN Tourism, is organising a two-day hackathon taking place from Friday 8th May to Saturday 9th May. Chill with AI: Intelligent Urban Heat Mitigation Solutions This event brings together participants for two days of learning, building, and pitching innovative ideas. It includes a hands-on workshop on AI-driven prototyping, followed by a hackathon where teams will develop solutions and present them to a panel of experts. Participants are encouraged to bring their ideas and collaborate to create impactful solutions that help keep our cities cooler and more sustainable. Register your team using the form: https://forms.gle/fV8N1PFCcq9qL18L7 Agenda Day 1 9:00 AM: Workshop on Prototyping with AI 1:00 PM: Start of Hackathon Day 2 6:00 PM: Final Presentation of idea --- Hosted By James Gatt, Administrator AOSP Enthusiast Recognized Developer on XDA Developers Experienced with both AOSP and Device Engineering Matthias Bartolo, Logistics Matthias Bartolo (Graduate Student Member, IEEE) received the B.Sc. IT (Hons.) in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Malta in 2024, graduating with First Class Honours and ranking first in his cohort. He subsequently completed an M.Sc. in ICT by Research at the University of Malta in 2025. His principal research interests lie in computer vision, applied machine learning, and in exploring how AI may be harnessed to support and empower individuals. He has gained considerable experience working on real-world projects involving complex datasets, developing practical solutions in contexts where the way forward was not immediately apparent. In this regard, he upholds a strong commitment to integrity and embraces the ideal of being “a man for others,” striving to use his abilities in service of the greater good. Matthias is actively involved in multiple projects that bridge research and application, advancing computer vision and applied machine learning techniques while contributing to several peer-reviewed publications. He was selected as a member of the Google Developers Group in Malta, where he contributes to various projects and initiatives within the group and the university. Beyond his academic and technical work, he also forms part of several voluntary organisations, further reflecting his commitment to service and community engagement. In 2024, he was honoured with the Dean’s List Award by the Faculty of ICT in recognition of his outstanding academic achievements, and was robed by the Rector during the graduation ceremony as the top student of his cohort. Joseph Grech, Hospitality Matthew Mangion, Designer Andrea Filiberto Lucas, Marketing I am a Research Support Officer I within the Department of Artificial Intelligence at the University of Malta and a Master of Science student specialising in AI. My work focuses on applied computer vision, intelligent systems, and dataset-driven research. I contribute to active research projects within the Faculty of ICT, with responsibilities ranging from model development and evaluation to data processing, automation, and system integration. I am particularly interested in bridging academic research with real-world applications through practical AI solutions and collaborative development. Jonathan Attard, Treasurer Gabriel Hili, Community Engagement --- Partners University of Malta (https://www.um.edu.mt/ict/ai) UN Tourism (https://www.untourism.int) --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-malta-presents-chill-with-ai/.

If you're living in Mellieħa (Malta) and want to meet other digital nomads and location-independent founders/entrepreneurs, this meetup is for you: Friday Coffee Meetup @ Mellieħa 📍 **TuttoBuono** (Triq Gorg Borg Olivier, Il-Mellieħa) ⏰ 8 May 2026, **11:00 AM** ☕ For WFH and remote workers who want a real coffee chat 🤗 Everyone is welcome! Whether you're new in Malta, working remotely, or just looking to meet new friends, this is a relaxed, no-agenda hangout. Here’s what to expect 👇 1.⁠ ⁠Meet people living or working in north of Malta 2.⁠ ⁠⁠Share stories, experiences, or travel tips. 3.⁠ ⁠⁠Make new friends in a warm, easygoing environment. Open to everyone: expats, locals, digital nomads, freelancers, and anyone who wants to connect. If you’re looking to expand your circle and enjoy good coffee, join us! 🎉

**☀️ Sunrise Run before EU Startup Summit** Want to kick off the day on the right foot (literally) before diving into the Future Travel Summit? Join us for an easy morning run through **Valletta** on **Friday 7th at 7:30 AM**! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ We’ll start from the Mediterranean Conference Centre, make our way through the charming cobbled streets, passing by the magnificent St. John's Co-Cathedral, descend to the spectacular fortified coastal promenade, and finish where we started. No performance goals, no stopwatch, just a chance to move, chat, and connect with other **EU-Startups Summit** participants before the day begins. I’m **Andrea Lamperini, COO at WeRoad**, and I’ll be leading the run and the keynote on friday 8th about "**Scaling a community-led business to €130M+: Lessons from expanding across culturally diverse markets"** at 12.30. Bring your energy, your curiosity, and maybe a coffee for after — the perfect warm-up for a day of ideas, inspiration, and connection. See you on the road? 🌅

**☀️ Sunrise Run before EU Startup Summit** Want to kick off the day on the right foot (literally) before diving into the Future Travel Summit? Join us for an easy morning run through **Valletta** on **Friday 8th at 7:30 AM**! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ We’ll start from the Mediterranean Conference Centre, make our way through the charming cobbled streets, passing by the magnificent St. John's Co-Cathedral, descend to the spectacular fortified coastal promenade, and finish where we started. No performance goals, no stopwatch, just a chance to move, chat, and connect with other **EU-Startups Summit** participants before the day begins. I’m **Andrea Lamperini, COO at WeRoad**, and I’ll be leading the run and the keynote on friday 8th about "**Scaling a community-led business to €130M+: Lessons from expanding across culturally diverse markets"** at 12.30. Bring your energy, your curiosity, and maybe a coffee for after — the perfect warm-up for a day of ideas, inspiration, and connection. See you on the road? 🌅

Date: Thursday, 7th May from 7pm to 9pm Place: Cafe Teatro, 100 Republic Street, Valletta Join us for another Film Club event where we will be discussing Baz Luhrmann version of "Elvis". The 2022 movie "Elvis," directed by Baz Luhrmann, explores the life and music of Elvis Presley, portrayed by Austin Butler. The film chronicles his rise to fame, his complex relationship with his manager Colonel Tom Parker (played by Tom Hanks), and his personal life, including his marriage to Priscilla Presley. We will not watch a movie but discuss it, so try to watch it before. This event is free, everyone buys his own drink.

Hi all! Next time we meet in Sliema on Friday 15:00 I will write the place on the Friday morning, depending on the wether indoor or outdoor. See you! A cozy coffee meetup for women to connect, chat, and share everyday moments in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Connected Westerville Night of Networking flips the script on networking, with surprises and connections that'll make you say, "Who knew networking could be this much fun?!"

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

**Optional movie afterwards**

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

Tickets are now on sale!🥳We also will have lunch before. At the Rusty Bucket in Easton which is posted separately. 😊 Park in the East Garage.The restaurant is across the street then we can walk back together to the movie! 🥳

Join us as we get together to see your choice of two VERY different movies – one sweet and wholesome – the other a terrifying folklore horror! Option 1 is the fun whodunnit-action-comedy-mystery led by Hugh Jackman, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES! Option 2 is the top-reviewed supernatural-horror-thriller starring Adam Scott, HOKUM! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: THE SHEEP DETECTIVES: Every night a shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand. When he is found dead, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder and think they know everything about how to go about solving it. The film is directed by Kyle Balda and take a look at this ensemble cast: Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau and Emma Thompson and the voices of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O'Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein and Rhys Darby. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyZI5oM6hWk HOKUM: In this film, a horror writer visits an Irish inn to scatter his parents' ashes, unaware the property is said to be haunted by a witch. It is written/directed by Damian McCarthy stars Adam Scott, Peter Coonan, David Wilmot, Florence Ordesh and Austin Amelio. Hokum premiered to rave reviews at this year’s SXSW Festival and is being release by Neon. It is earning a stellar 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which calls it, “A classic haunted house story enriched with atmospheric folklore and perfectly-timed shocks!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVCIK_MPyhc PLAN: For those seeing HOKUM, please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby at 6:50pm! For those seeing THE SHEEP DETECTIVES, please purchase your ticket for the 7:15pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby at 7:00pm! For BOTH films, we’ll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby El Vaquero! For those joining for dinner, we’ll meet at El Vaquero at 5:45pm! Should be a couple of fun movies and a good time together, Dan