Analytics: Outcomes, Experimentation Intelligence

Having a good chat with folks with similar interests while enjoying some drinks. Join us for an engaging open discussion on the intersection of technology and social good. This meetup is designed to bring together social and tech ambition, to discuss promising technologies, and brainstorm solutions for pressing social issues. **Format:** * Structure-less :) **Topics of Discussion:** * Technologies that show promise in solving social problems. * Challenges that require innovative social solutions * Ideas for social impact * Success stories and lessons learned from failures in this field **Why to Attend:** * Share your experiences and learn from others passionate about tech for social good. * Gain insights into emerging technologies and their potential social impact. * Connect with like-minded individuals. **What to Bring:** * Your ideas, experiences, and enthusiasm! * Optionally, a topic you'd like to discuss. Drinks are self-sponsored :)

🚨**Save €5 with an Early Bird Ticket**🚨 **[Only 40 Early Bird Tickets Available!](https://www.yesticket.org/event/en/blast-off-a-completely-improvised-rock-n-roll-comedy-g-19-12-25/)** **One night. Two acts. All killer. No filler.** First, Berlin's own **Moe Singleton** kicks things off with his comedy special, *Black in Europe.* Then after a quick break, **Xylophone** takes the stage with a full-blown rock n’ roll comedy show that’ll have you scream-singing the choruses and dancing in the aisles. **Act I: GUEST STAR COMEDIAN MOE SINGLETON** What happens when an American gets a passport and takes on Europe? Comedian **Moe Singleton** finds out in his laugh-out-loud stand-up hour, *Black in Europe.* From awkward culture shocks to unforgettable adventures, Moe gives you the inside scoop on **what it’s really like being Black and American overseas.** Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, Moe has opened for renowned stand-up acts and recently embarked on a successful European tour, captivating audiences in London, Copenhagen, Paris, and Berlin. With his weekly podcast, *Thoughts For Your Thoughts*, available on all major streaming platforms, as well as his two half-hour specials online, Moe brings laughter and entertainment to audiences worldwide. **Act II: *Blast Off!* with XYLOPHONE** You throw us your suggestions. We turn them into an electric, improvised musical you’ll never forget. **Xylophone** is a no-script, all-heart explosion of comedy, charisma, and face-melting pop gusto. With a world-class cast and a live 3-piece band, every show is a one-night-only jukebox of absolute bangers wrapped in a totally original story. Oh, and it's all made up **on the spot.** Audiences will howl. Mics will drop. And anything can happen. This isn’t just a show, it's an experience. One that we create together! **So grab your crew and get ready to bust a move as we blast off on a musical adventure that will leave you screaming for more.** **Tickets:** Early Bird (only 40 available): €20 Standard: €25 KSK Artist Ticket: €15 **🚨[Get Your Tickets Here!](https://www.yesticket.org/event/en/blast-off-a-completely-improvised-rock-n-roll-comedy-g-19-12-25/)**[ ](https://www.yesticket.org/event/en/blast-off-a-completely-improvised-rock-n-roll-comedy-g-19-12-25/)**🚨**

This year we will feature genuine AOC Champagne bubblies as well as a couple of rare still Champagne wines. They’ll be served with delicious English cheeses, and other interesting pairings for sparkling wine. There’ll be no boring lectures, but a couple of fun games, and a Champagne-influenced music and artwork playlist / slideshow (no more AI pictures!). A quick note for those who attended the Champagne weekend in November – all of the bottles served will be brand new to you! The cost is 40€ for 7 wines (plus welcome drink), and plenty of food. Cheers! Sean

\*\*Get your tickets in the link ! Our Dec. 19 CS Show is a special Holiday Party with a lot of audience participation games and Gift Giveaways to those Audience Volunteers. After the Match, let’s celebrate together and dance into the night! ComedyShorts Berlin is a fast-paced competitive improv comedy-match played like a sporting event. Two teams go head-to-head in a playful, highly interactive battle-of-wits where the audience yells out suggestions all night and votes for which team brings on the ‘funny.’ The group performs in English, has been putting on shows since 2005 and has featured many of Berlin’s top improv talent over the years. This return to the stage is the beginning of an exciting new chapter for ComedyShorts: come be part of the fun! Tickets are only 10 eu sold through YesTicket, at 12 eu at the door. Doors open at 19:30, and the Match starts at 20:00 admission time 7:30pm Tix: https://www.yesticket.org/e/EYYRvLfir5 Venue: 800a Bar & Cabaret Stettiner Str. 19

The "classic" bookswap is simple: * We meet in a café and put the book(s) we brought down on the tables. * We browse and discuss the books with one another while sipping coffee or hot chocolate, or eating cake. * We write our names down on any books we’d like to take home (post-its and pens provided). * At the end of the evening, negotiate any books that are contended and take a new-to-you book home! Books/happiness shared are books/happiness multiplied! A Bookswap is 10 times better than a Book Club because you can talk about ALL the books instead of just one! This is a great way to give your books a new home and make room for new books: that book you feel guilty for not having read even though it's been sitting on your bedside table for the last 5 years, the book you liked but didn't love, the book you loved so much you want everyone to read it, the book you somehow own three copies of, that book you absolutely hated even though everyone else loves it, and so on. Moreover, you will meet fellow readers, get a new book or two, and several book recommendations. We’ve often had readers experience books they wouldn't normally buy and enjoy it. GROUP EXPECTATIONS for PLEASANT SWAPPING * Please bring a book! It's not that you bring one you take one, but do try your best to bring something. * Books stay on the tables, open for sharing, until you are ready to leave so that everyone can have a look. We are notably not first come first serve. Please wait until you are leaving to bag the book. * If two or more people want the only copy of a book, negotiate. Maybe one of you reads it first and then gives it to the others. Or perhaps they have found another book instead. Or leave it to fate and toss a coin. The best part: now you have found somebody whose taste you can really admire. In any case, please don't walk away with a book with several names on it without letting the others know. These negotiations are fun and easy, so don't shy away from a book because there's already a name on it, and feel free to put your name on as many books as you find interesting. It's not that you bring one you take one; you may take as many as you can negotiate. * Political discussions with consent: make sure the people you are talking to would like to have a political discussion with you. * Please respect this space as first and foremost a community for connecting readers over their love of books and reading, stories, and narratives of all sorts. Please be respectful of tastes and opinions. * If something is bothering you, please reach out to the organisers, and we'll do our best to resolve it. * Lastly, don't expect your book back. It will find a new home. If you love it, let it go. Major LANGUAGES (and genres) of this meetup: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian; Fiction, Non-Fiction, Serious Reading, Light Fun, “classics", Krimis, Booker winners, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Self-Help and more. You never know who can read what languages, and there's no accounting for taste. We are a delightful and international group of readers. We look forward to swapping with you

Finding a partner in Berlin is like looking for a flat: all the nice ones are taken, and the rest are outside the ring! There is only one thing to do: **laugh about it!** Our Love Doctors shall provide Jokes, Scandalous Stories and Relationship Advice with the help of the audience. We're here to show You that even though You may be alone, You are never alone! **Box Office**: donation based for DNA. Members\* / Regular (Daily Membership\*\*) **Suggested donation:** * General: 10€-15€ * Students & unemployed 5€-7€ ***Note:*** *This is not a free show. We don't work for free, and neither should you. It's Pay What You Want. You just decide the amount You want to pay AFTER the show.*

\*\*\*\*\*\* ***For address and more details see the website.*** \*\*\*\*\*\* **This time, we’re adding a little Christmas twist to the Pausify routine!** On December 19, our focus section will take a slightly more **interactive** form — alongside the usual calm atmosphere, we will be swapping the cold Berlin evening for food, crafts, music, drinks, games and very good company 🎄✨ Join us for an evening of **Glühwein**, **Christmas snacks**, **great company,** and **live music** by an international artist, meet lovely people & enjoy the Christmas atmosphere. Also, feel free to bring your favourite board games! PS: Prefer to keep it calm? Totally fine. If you’d rather just unwind and enjoy your usual quiet focus time at Pausify, you can do that too. The focus session and discussion round will still follow the same rhythm as usual, with a chance to share what you’ve been reading or working on. 💛 ***AND HOW DOES OUR REGULAR EVENT WORK? =>*** Bring along your **current book to read** (or something **creative** to work on 📚🎨🧵) and join us for this mix of a shared focus time + discussion. \- Meet & greet \- Silent focus time \(60 min\) \- Discussion of books/ projects over drinks **Drinks & snacks are included** ☕️ * **To reserve your place, a ticket (€9,90/event) or a community pass (only €14,90/MONTH) [from the website](www.pausify.org) is required** * **Attendance here doesn’t show all sign-ups from other platforms.** ***FAQ: Why does it cost money if I bring my own project?*** Because we rent a beautiful, central space for every event. Ever thought your monthly apartment rent was too high? Well, multiply that – that’s what commercial spaces in big cities like Berlin cost *per hour*. Of course, if all you want is just some quiet time, your home or a library is perfect. But if you’d like to focus & connect with others in an inspiring space – with drinks, snacks included – that’s what your ticket helps to cover. See pics from our events below - and on our Instagram: **[@Pausify (Co-Reading Space)](https://www.instagram.com/pausify_org/) ☕️**📚 **[Pausify Co-Reading Space Website](www.pausify.org/)** For questions, please contact us over [Website](www.pausify.org/) as this platform can have issues. Thank you! *Please note that photos and videos may be taken during the event and used for promotional purposes to highlight and share the experiences at our events. If you have concerns, don't hesitate to approach the event organizers before the event.*

**🎄 Build & Learn: Christmas Special** **Week 7 — Wrap-Up, Polish & Presentation Readiness everyone 💛** Next week is our last week of the Build & Learn cycle — Presentation Week! 🎤 **What to expect:** * Short, informal presentations * Share what you built, tried, or learned * Demos welcome, but not required * *No pressure — learning > polish* **🎄 After the presentations:** We’ll head to a **Christmas market together** to celebrate finishing the cycle and spending one last cozy moment together before we see each other again in **2026** ✨ Thank you all for building, showing up, and learning together — it’s been really special. 📅 **When?** **Saturday Dec 20, 2:00 PM- 4:00 PM** 📍 **Location:** *Forward Earth is a Berlin-based climate-tech company supporting open learning and innovation in data and sustainability.* Torstraße 59 , 10119 Berlin 🧠 Check out the projects we’ve been working on [here](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Uj-WuRlDDJdzfd2GFwRUHN3EQfbeMeMp). Whether you’ve been building with us from Week 1 or just curious to see what it’s all about, you’re warmly invited! 💡 Newcomers are welcome — you can join at any point and start your own 7-week cycle. We do a rotating format, so there’s always a fresh presentation every 7th week. **📝 What to expect:** Each presentation will be \~5–10 minutes + short Q&A. We’ll use the signups to plan the schedule and make sure we fit everyone in. 📱 If you need help finding the location, feel free to ping me at [**491746353567**]

Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin. Usually we are inside at the green table. Look for the Meetup sign, or just ask around!

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

**⭐ NOTE THE NEW LOCATION! ⭐** The Creative Code Jam is a monthly gathering of artists, makers, designers, illustrators, coders, musicians, performers, learners and anyone interested in the use of computing skills for artistic expression. The event is free and open to all, regardless of age, origin, gender or experience. The jam is an opportunity to meet likeminded people and get creative together in a relaxed and safe environment. Beginners and first-timers should feel especially welcome! WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT? **Bring a laptop** and/or anything you’d like to work on, whether it’s a personal project, an experiment, or a skill you want to learn. You can come with friends or meet new people here. There’s no set agenda: some people code, some sketch ideas, some collaborate, and others just chat and get inspired. SCHEDULE Doors open at noon, then we’ll have quick introductions so everyone can share what they’re planning to work on. Note: arriving on time is the best way to hear what others are up to ;) Around 6 pm, we gather to share what we’ve worked on during the day. BEGINNERS WELCOME! If you’re new to creative coding, we'll be happy to help you get started, and you can find beginner-friendly resources at [creativecode.berlin/learn](http://creativecode.berlin/learn). THIS IS YOUR SPACE We do our best to create a welcoming environment for all people regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. People from group generally underrepresented in open-source, art, and technology fields are warmly encouraged to come by. And if you know someone who might enjoy this meetup but isn’t sure it’s for them, let them know they’ll be welcome! SAFE SPACE POLICY We support the Berlin Code of Conduct: https://berlincodeofconduct.org/ Please make sure you agree with its content. ABOUT MotionLab.Berlin MotionLab.Berlin is Germany’s premier Innovation Hub & Makerspace – an ecosystem for Hardtech, art, creativity, and entrepreneurship. They are an international community with access to state-of-the-art machinery, prototyping machines, coworking spaces, offices, and production facilities. More info: https://motionlab.berlin/ ACCESSIBILITY MotionLab is located on the ground floor, with bathrooms on that same level, although unfortunately they are too small for wheelchairs. FOOD MotionLab has drinks and snacks for sale. Bio food can be found on LPG at Bouchéstr (\~200m). Their cantine has vegan, vegetarian and other food options at least until 2pm. DO I NEED TO SPEAK GERMAN? We speak mostly English so international guests are more than welcome! Our team also speaks French, Turkish, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Finnish and German... though language availability may vary depending on which organizers are present :) CONTACT Raphaël de Courville team@creativecode.berlin +49 176 700 70572 or get in touch via [creativecode.berlin](https://creativecode.berlin/)

**'Where should we begin'** is a game of stories created by Esther Perel. It is perfect for people who like meaningful conversations. Let's have a warm Christmas Spirit situp together and reflect on the 2025 year. We will be pulling cards and answering questions about our relations, desires, memories or plans. Participants will have chips and can put any card aside if they find the question too intimate. Some by-default rules to keep the communication honest and open: * **show empathy,** be tactful and accept the answers the way they are * **ask questions** if you would like to develop the topic * **be on time** as we start getting to know each other from the very beginning *This event requires a minimum donation of €5*

**Join us for a swim at Stadtbad Tiergarten Pool (near Hauptbahnhof)!** Hey everyone, We are doing a casual non-professional swim. It's an indoor heated (+26°C) pool, and I'd love for you to join us! We'll be gathering for a casual chill 30-minute swim. No need to race or compete, just enjoy the water and calm after completing the swim. Afterwards we go to a nearby café for coffees and chat, but no pressure to stick around - totally optional! **Bring** * swimsuit * towel * 1 Euro coin (for a locker) * ticket (5.50€, buy online or on site) **Where** In the entrance hall inside the pool.

**Train Your Brain Through Chess** ♟️ **Develop Focus, Memory, Strategy & Decision-Making** Discover how chess can sharpen your mind and strengthen the way you think, plan, and adapt. The **Cognitive Agility Through Chess** program uses the game as a science-based tool to enhance core mental skills — combining strategic play with principles from **psychology, cognitive science, and emotional intelligence**. Whether you’re a beginner or returning to the board, this workshop series helps you: \- Improve focus and working memory \- Strengthen decision\-making and problem\-solving \- Build emotional resilience and mental flexibility \- Apply strategic thinking in daily life and work Each session blends guided play, reflection, and practical exercises — from **Pawn to King**, every level represents a new mental skill to master. 📍 Based in Berlin 📅 For upcoming sessions this week & next week — Book your spot here: https://calendly.com/trainyourbrainchess/trainyourbrainchess 💬 DM or email **[radwa.omar@yahoo.com](mailto:radwa.omar@yahoo.com)** for booking details! Transform the way you think — on and beyond the chessboard. #BerlinWorkshops #ChessAndMindset #CognitiveAgility #MindfulLearning #FocusTraining #EmotionalIntelligence #BerlinEvents #TrainYourBrain

The December Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **January 6th, 2025 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined online by **Jason Romans**. You're welcome to come meet in-person at our meeting location, the offices of Improving at **[6000 Freedom Square Dr,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Unit 110,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Independence, OH 44131](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** [Teams Link ](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2Q3ODVjM2YtNDQ1NS00MDBjLWI5MzYtNDQ3YmFlZjkzMjAx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b966f302-6b93-4686-9041-c084635642c5%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2278c760cb-657f-46aa-bd2f-7066d9403bdb%22%7d)if anyone needs it after RSVP-ing for in person. If you would like to subscribe to our email list outside of Meetup, we have changed platforms recently and you will need to register [here in Kit ](https://ohio-north-data-training.kit.com/b8f036f615)instead to receive emails. Agenda: **5:00 PM EST**: Online and in-person meeting begins with a social hour. This is an unstructured hour where you can join us to catch up and meet other group members before the session starts. There will be food brought in for in-person attendees. **6:00 PM EST**: Updates and announcements, followed by our feature presentation. See below for presentation details. **7:30 PM EST**: Optionally after the main presentations, the in-person crowd may go out for snacks and drinks at a local establishment. We hope to see you there! Session Abstract **Data on Fire: A Hands-On Intro to Spark in Fabric** Curious about Apache Spark but not sure where to start? This hands-on session introduces you to Spark in Microsoft Fabric Notebooks—a powerful and accessible way to process and analyze big data using familiar tools in the Microsoft ecosystem. We’ll break down key Spark concepts like distributed computing, DataFrames, and lazy evaluation, then show how they come to life inside Fabric’s notebook experience. You’ll see practical demos that cover loading, transforming, and analyzing large datasets—while leveraging Fabric’s modern data stack, including OneLake, Dataflows, and Pipelines. You’ll also learn how to choose between Spark and pure Python notebooks in Fabric, based on execution needs, data integration, and use case fit. Whether you're a SQL pro, BI developer, or data engineer, this session will give you the tools and confidence to start using Spark in your own projects—no cluster management required. \*Please note, that we will be using Microsoft Teams for the online portion of this meeting. You may want to join a few minutes early to ensure you do not have any issues. If you are attending in person, there are large TVs at the office, and you do not need to bring a laptop or use Teams.

Monday December 29th at 6PM we'll be meeting up dinner at the Pies & Pints at Easton. Feel free to bring guests. Sandwiches run about $15 and large pizzas run $20-30.

Join us for lunch and meet our very successful group. We are each others sales team...always looking for referrals for our members. If you are looking for new clients, let us help you out! Bring your business cards and brochures to share with us. We have a speaker each week so that we can learn about their business. Because we have only one member per business, we have many of the spots filled. However, we are specifically looking for an estate attorney, a handyman/electrician, and an event planner. We have referrals for you! All visitors are welcome. Any questions contact [pmarchio@farmersagent.com](mailto:pmarchio@farmersagent.com)

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

# Save the date! FUTURE MEETINGS! [](https://www.meetup.com/funandfood/events/299189211//attendees/) [Hosted By](https://www.meetup.com/funandfood/events/299189211//attendees/) [Dara T.](https://www.meetup.com/funandfood/events/299189211//attendees/) This listing is information only. Each event will be scheduled individually. ## DO NOT TRY TO SIGN UP ON THIS LIST! January 12 , 2025 - Greek epiphany: Blessing of the Waters, Mad Greek Restaurant February 9, 2025 - Valentine's Day in Germany, Hillgarten Beer Garden, Hilliard March 15, 2025, Indian Holi Festival, Aab India Restaurant April 6, 2025 - Chinese: Hanchi / Qingming Festival May 4, 2025 - Japanese Golden Week, Akai Hana Japanese Restaurant June 8, 2025- Hawaiian King Kamehameha Day, Ohana Grill Hawaiian Restaurant July 5, 2025, 60's Nostalgia: Dance to the Moonbats, JT's Restaurant (Fabulous pub food and great beer, as well as dancing music). They play British Invasion music. Dining Out Fun Times Make New Friends ## Photos (1) [See all](https://www.meetup.com/funandfood/photos/34336422) Add photos

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)