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🌎✨Last Event of 2025 - Festive Drinks Social!🥂🍻🍷🍸 COVENT GARDEN✨🌎
✳️IMPORTANT - READ👇TO ATTEND✳️
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Join us for our 2nd 🌎 Festive Drinks 🥂Social and our last event of the year as we say👋to 2025 ⏳
This event is much more social drinks 🥂🍹🍻 🍷🍸and just a bit language exchange!
You must have a confirmed place on MeetUp to attend this event. Guests are welcome, if confirmed. There is a small £1 fee to attend this event, which you can pay on arrival.
The location for this event is \*\*COVENT GARDEN \*\*We have a reserved space just for our group 😄
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Welcome to the Highest Rated International Language Exchange group in London,🏆 with 1300+ reviews rated 5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
TO ATTEND THIS EVENT YOU MUST ...
1. **BEFORE** buying your drinks, collect & wear your badge as soon as you arrive.
2. Wear your badge during the event and please return it before you leave ♻️
3. Start meeting the community and having fun...lots of fun!😃
**Please ensure you buy at least a few drinks from the bar to support the venue, who kindly offer us a dedicated space.**
www.languages.london
WHEN & WHERE
This event takes place at Craft Beer Co. Covent Garden on Tuesday evening **30th December from 5pm.** Please arrive by 6:30pm
**The address is 168 High Holborn, London WC1V 7AA**
https://maps.google.com/?cid=12246258418147807722&entry=gps
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**WHO**
Languages in London events are organised for our community - being social, making new friends, building cultural bridges and always very relaxed. We have the largest number of languages and countries represented in our weekly language exchange and social events in London.
This is **not** a dating event.
Our events are open to Internationals, Locals, Expats, Students, Travellers..... Everyone!
This is the event for a truly global community and for citizens from around the World.
Is this the Intercambio you've been looking for? Want to practice your ingles, espanol , francais, italiano, Deutsch, portugues or other European languages? Asian languages ? Or maybe prefer to only speak English.... that's just fine.
**All languages and all fluency levels are welcome** Spread the love...Bring your friends 💙
The creator and organiser of **Languages in London - Girish**, will always be visible at the event and there to support you and help with introductions, if you prefer.
We want to remain the BEST language events group in London, being the biggest isn't our focus.
These are real events with real people. We don't fill our events with inflated numbers and fictitious attendees 👻
**Community members that no-show at our events and inactive members are regularly removed from our group.**
**LANGUAGES**
Here's a selection of some of the languages that our community speak or have been practicing ... English, Spanish (incl Latin American), French, Italian, Portuguese (incl Brazilian), German, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), Russian, Korean, Hindi, Turkish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Polish, Hebrew, Swedish, Bulgarian, Vietnamese, Hungarian, Bengali, Dutch, Catalan, Farsi, Greek, Urdu, Welsh, Romanian, Norwegian, Czech, Slovakian, Estonian, Danish, Finnish, Turkmen, Latvian, Lithuanian, Nepali, Yoruba, Filipino, Thai, Albanian, Croatian, Serbian, Ebo, Afrikaans, Tamazight, Tagalog, Creole, Malagasy, Mongolian, Tok Pisin and more... you get the idea!
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**SUSTAINABLE** 🌎🌳
Like you, we really care about our planet.
We don't like single use paper name tags, stickers or wristbands as they can't be reused or recycled and can even damage your clothing ☹️
The Solution? ...Our personalised and completely reusable Languages in London badges! 🏆👍
So, please make sure you return your badge to us, before you leave the event. We'll sanitise it (anti bacterial & disinfectant cleaners) and use it again & again & again. Thanks for helping us do the right thing and keep our costs down🙏
**SAFE SPACE FOR EVERYONE** 👮♂️
We don't tolerate prejudice or harassment of any kind, at any time. Be polite and respectful to everyone else and they will reciprocate. Let's keep the space safe, welcoming for everyone and free of any political agendas. Please report any concerns to the Organiser immediately.
Please look after your belongings, the venue is a public place.
We may take photos or video at the event for future promotional use. Let us if know you'd rather not be included, we respect your choice 📸
**SPREAD THE WORD** 🗣️💬
If you enjoy our events, please tell your friends and colleagues and help us grow **your** community, thank you ♥️
Join our community - https://www.languages.london/
We're looking forward to welcoming you at Languages in London 😊😃👋
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LONDON FREE ONLINE SPEED DATING UK (AGES 22 - 55)
**FREE Christian Speed Dating Tonight (Online)
Date: Today
Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: Online at MeetChristians.live
Cost: Free**
Join us tonight for a free Christian speed dating event designed for believers who want to date intentionally, authentically, and in alignment with their faith.
This online event is hosted by Meet Christians Live, a Christian speed dating community focused on real conversations, genuine connections, and God-centered relationships. You will meet other Christian singles face to face in a respectful, values-driven environment without swiping or endless texting.
What to expect
• Structured, time-efficient speed dating conversations
• Christian singles who take faith seriously
• A welcoming, relaxed, and respectful atmosphere
• Real interaction with real people
Who should attend
• Christian singles seeking meaningful relationships
• Believers open to dating with purpose and clarity
• Adults who value faith, honesty, and intentional communication
This is not a hookup event and not a casual dating scene. Our goal is to help Christians meet other Christians in a way that honors biblical values while still being social and enjoyable.
If you are tired of traditional dating apps and want to meet people who share your faith, this event is for you.
Register and join us tonight at MeetChristians.live
THANK U & GOODBYE 2025 SOCIAL! EXCLUSIVE ROOFTOP, ICONIC VIEWS,MIX-MINGLE!
**Enjoy a vibrant evening & celebrate the year that is just about to pass into history with iconic views! BOOK VIA LINK : [https://fatso.ma/2V7Y](https://fatso.ma/2V7Y) or [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/thank-u-goodbye-2025-social-mix-mingle-exclusive-rooftop-iconic-views-tickets-1977141411184?aff=oddtdtcreator ](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/thank-u-goodbye-2025-social-mix-mingle-exclusive-rooftop-iconic-views-tickets-1977141411184?aff=oddtdtcreator)*RSVP TOO PLEASE!***
**Let's thank the moments we lived, we laughed or even cried a little throughout 2025! and here we are, enjoying life and having fun!**
**Socialise, mix & mingle, enjoy conversations and make connections in this exclusive rooftop, glowing in a festive vibe!**
**Seize the opportunity to enrich your social life and why not, trust in perfect synchronicities of the right people at the right time and place this evening getting together!**
**Meet new people, interact with all attendees, mix and mingle!**
**Make friends, perhaps bump into someone that can make your heart sing or simply go out & about, get involved in conversations and enjoy handcrafted cocktails and mocktails.**
**Approach with the best smile on your face, make a fine impression, see it reflected back to you!**
The DJ is complimenting the evening with background music that can get louder as time goes by.
**This is a hosted event where you can bring your FRIENDLY and SOCIAL self out, get introduced** **to people of various mindsets and backgrounds and see what can potentially happen next!**
**HOW TO FIND :**
**Come to SABINE ROOFTOP on top of LEONARDO ROYAL HOTEL St PAULS,**
**Once upstairs, ask for Eleni's booking.**
***Please arrive at or about 19:00 and be in the flow of the introductions.***
**ELENI is hosting this event, making sure all guests are welcomed, introduced to each other and included throughout the evening.**
**Welcome to Sabine Rooftop Bar, with stunning St Paul’s views from its terrace, where every day feels like the golden hour elevating your experience for those who know how to live in the moment, Bringing in its unique style, offering memorable experiences to kick start your weekend.**
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Refunds only in case of the event being cancelled
Morning Debait - respectful debate over divisive issues shaping society
**Debait - a modern public square that promotes respectful disagreement.**
**We offer a much needed alternative to social media "debating". We are anti-clickbate and shouting. Just thoughtful discussions about issues shaping society.**
We run two in-person sessions and one online session every week
Please note that the sessions are held at different studios:
* In-person **morning sessions** are held on **Tuesdays at 90 Hanbury Street, London, between 7am-8.30am**
* In-person **evening sessions** are held on **Tuesdays at 259 Goswell Road, London, between 6pm-8pm**
* Online sessions are held on **Wednesdays between 7pm-9pm**
All our sessions are limited to a **maximum of 20 attendees** which guarantees that everyone will get ample opportunities to engage.
**All our sessions are free for first timers. However, please note that you still need to book via the website (www.debait.co.uk) to secure your place on any given session. Use code FIRSTDEBAIT to claim your free spot.**
Evening Debait - respectful debate over divisive issues shaping society
**Debait - a modern public square that promotes respectful disagreement.**
**We offer a much needed alternative to social media "debating". We are anti-clickbate and shouting. Just thoughtful discussions about issues shaping society.**
We run two in-person sessions and one online session every week
Please note that the sessions are held at different studios:
* In-person **morning sessions** are held on **Tuesdays at 90 Hanbury Street, London, between 7am-8.30am**
* In-person **evening sessions** are held on **Tuesdays at 259 Goswell Road, London, between 6pm-8pm**
* Online sessions are held on **Wednesdays between 7pm-9pm**
All our sessions are limited to a **maximum of 20 attendees** which guarantees that everyone will get ample opportunities to engage.
**All our sessions are free for first timers. However, please note that you still need to book via the website (www.debait.co.uk) to secure your place on any given session. Use code FIRSTDEBAIT to claim your free spot.**
All the fun of the Wandle Trail FREE walk
A most delightful FREE walk through some beautiful parks and woodland !
Lets go with the flow !
The walk shall commence at 10.15am - walk length 5 miles.
Things to bring : water, snacks etc plus waterproof jacket and walking shoes or trainers.
You should be able to walk 2.5 miles per hour and have adequate and appropriate insurance for this type of activity.
We shall have a coffee along the way at Merton Hall Park.
The walk shall finish at Carshalton Ponds where some of us will stay for lunch in the pub.
Please only post photos of others with their consent.
My no 07714250849.
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Speed Dating in London [Age: 20s-30s] Big Special Edition 2026
**Are you single? ❤️**
**🌟 Ready to Meet Someone New? 🌟**
**Come join us! 🤗**
You can come all by yourself, or you can bring your best friends with you. Everyone is super nice here. We promise you will have a great time meeting cool people.
**[Event tickets](https://buy.stripe.com/6oU9AU9Vz1v5fyD5EFgjC2c)** ❤️💗💘 (with refunds available, for peace of mind)
**🔄 HOW IT WORKS 🔄**
* Never done this before? Don't worry, it is super easy!
* We play a fun game to help you meet people.
* You sit down and talk to one person for a few minutes.
* Then, we ring a bell.
* You all men move to the next seat and meet a new person.
* Women stay at their seat for the whole event :)
* It is fast and fun.
* There is no awkward silence because the time is short.
* You get to chat with lots of different people very quickly!
**👫 The Perfect Mix 👫**
We make sure there is an even number of people. It is always 50/50 between guys and girls. We guarantee it! Since we post this party on many different websites, lots of people want to come. Our tickets usually sell out a whole week before the event starts. So do not wait too long to grab yours!
**🥳 Big Party at the End 🥳**
After the rotating chats are done, the night gets even better. We all mix together into one big group. It turns into a giant party for singles! This is your chance to talk more to the people you liked. You can laugh, hang out, and make new friends in a relaxed way.
**📍 The Secret Spot 📍**
Where is the party? It is a surprise! We want to keep it safe and special. We will send the exact location to your phone or email after you buy a ticket.
**[Event tickets](https://buy.stripe.com/6oU9AU9Vz1v5fyD5EFgjC2c)** ❤️💗💘 (with refunds available, for peace of mind)
**🎟️ Peace of Mind 🎟️**
If your plans change, that is okay! We offer full refunds if you tell us 24 hours before the event starts. Do you have any questions? Just send me a direct message (DM). I am happy to help! Let’s have a great night together!
Tarot Practice @Alfies
Meet up fee £7 to be paid at the beginning of the meet up.
Cash or card payments.
@Alfies Antique Market. Alfayez entrance, ground floor, ROOM B04. Please bring your favourite Tarot deck.
Mysteries of the Chilterns - Woods to Caves | Free Hike 21km (13mi)
📈**GRADE 🥾🥾🥾 Level 3/5**
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**⛳️MEETING POINT & TIME**
**Option 1️⃣**
**👉🏻London Marylebone Train station** Main ticket Office \| **08:20**
👉🏻Train departure **08:42** ➡️ Princes Risborough **09:25** \| *Direct Train*
**Option 2️⃣**
**👉🏻**Outside **Princes Risborough train station** \| **09:30**
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**📍HIKE START**
***-* Princes Risborough** train station \| **09:40**
🏁**HIKE FINISH**
***-* Saunderton** train station \| **\~16:30-17:00**
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**📖SUMMARY**
Enjoy a scenic 21.4km (13.3mi) journey through the **Chilterns National Landscape**, exploring peaceful beech woods, rolling hills and fascinating historic sites.
Starting from Princes Risborough, we’ll make our way through **Bradenham Wood** and **Hangings Plantation** before stopping for a relaxed lunch break and an ⭐️**optional** **visit**⭐️ to the atmospheric **Hellfire Caves**.
From there, we’ll follow an easy climb up to the impressive **Dashwood Mausoleum**, where sweeping valley views await.
We’ll end with a gentle descent to Saunderton Station for a smooth journey home.
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**🌟HIGHLIGHTS**
* **Bradenham Wood** – Classic Chilterns beech woodland with peaceful trails and gentle hills.
* **Hangings Plantation** – Quiet forest paths and lovely viewpoints across the valley.
* **Hellfire Caves Visit** – Explore one of the region’s most atmospheric and historic cave systems. https://www.hellfirecaves.co.uk/history
* **Dashwood Mausoleum** – Commissioned in the 1760s by Sir Francis Dashwood, founder of the notorious Hellfire Club and owner of West Wycombe Park. Built in a classical style and inspired by Italian architecture, it was intended as a grand memorial for the Dashwood family. The mausoleum stands beside the Church of St Lawrence and contains memorial plaques and urns dedicated to family members and close associates. Its prominent hilltop location made it both a statement of status and a symbolic landmark overlooking the Dashwood estate and the Chiltern Hills.
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**📈TRAIL DETAILS**
* This is a **Point-to-Point**
* **Princes Risborough *➡️* Saunderton**
* **Distance** 21.4km (13.3mi)
* **Total Ascent** 609m
* **Total Descent** 595m
* **Max elevation** 216m
* **Duration** 5 hours including breaks
* **Difficulty** 🥾🥾🥾**Grade 3/5**
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💷**COST**
**Free**
This hike is completely **free to join** but participants need to purchase their own transport tickets.
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**ℹ️ HELLFIRE CAVES TICKET INFORMATION**
* During our lunch break, there will be an ⭐️**option to visit the Hellfire Caves**⭐️These unique and dramatic 18th century caves take you deep underground into the Chiltern hills. An atmospheric highlight not to miss !
* Cost **£9.50**
* https://www.hellfirecaves.co.uk/history
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🎟️ **TRAIN TICKET INFORMATION**
* **Super Off-Peak Return London Marylebone 🔁 Princes Risborough (direct) with a Network Railcard is £19.30** (instead of the usual \~£29).
* 💡If you’d like to join other hikers using a Network Railcard, please arrive earlier so we can organise small groups. Note that each card can cover up to 4 people.
* More information at https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
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🎒 **WHAT TO BRING**
* 1-2L water
* Packed lunch and snacks
* Comfortable walking/hiking shoes
* Weather-appropriate clothing (layers, waterproofs, hat, sunscreen)
* Optional: trekking poles, camera, binoculars
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✅**WHO CAN JOIN**
• 🧑🤝🧑 Our hikes are open to adults aged 21 and over.
• 👶 For safety reasons, we’re not able to include children.
• 🐾 We love animals, but pets (including dogs) can’t join our hikes.
• ☑️ Everyone is welcome to RSVP, but to keep things fair for all members:
\- If someone often cancels last minute or misses hikes without notice\, they may be placed on a waitlist or removed from the group for future events\.
\- We do a quick check\-in on the day of the hike\, which helps us keep track and make sure spaces are available for those who really want to join\.
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⚠️**SAFETY**
As adults, you are fully responsible for your own safety and decisions throughout the walk.
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📌**NOTES**
* This is a group hike led by volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join.
* A few wrong turns? That’s part of the fun!
* While you're free to “hike your own hike,” we encourage group participation, get to know one another, make new friends, and enjoy the journey together.
* Food options are limited en route, bring lunch.
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🚨**DISCLAIMER**
**Event Participation Disclaimer**
* By signing up for an event we host, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
* The organisers are not qualified hiking leaders, certified first aiders, or formally trained in navigation, survival, or any related disciplines.
* These hikes are informal, self-guided gatherings of like-minded individuals.
* The hosts expressly disclaim all responsibility and liability for any injuries, accidents, or safety incidents that may occur during participation.
* Participation is entirely voluntary, and all attendees are solely responsible for their own safety and well-being.
* These events are non-commercial and are organised purely as a recreational hobby, with no business or financial interests involved.
* Hiking and outdoor activities inherently carry risks of personal injury. By choosing to participate, you accept these risks and take full responsibility for your own actions and decisions.
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🚨**GENERAL GROUP POLICY**
* Voluntary Participation: Attendance is at your own risk. The group and hosts bear no liability.
* No Professional Duty of Care: Hosts are volunteers, not trained guides or medical professionals.
* Insurance Is Your Responsibility: If desired, you must arrange your own personal insurance.
* Respect Nature: Follow Leave No Trace principles at all times.
* Emergency Preparedness: You are responsible for organising your own emergency plan.
* Weather and Safety: Events may be cancelled or changed if conditions are deemed unsafe.
* Self-Assessment Required: You must honestly assess your fitness and ability to keep pace with the group.
* No Guaranteed Rescue: While help may be offered, full rescue capabilities should not be expected.
* No Minors Without Guardians: Participants must be over 21.
* Right to Refuse Participation: Hosts may turn away any individual who appears unprepared or poses a safety risk to others.
* First Aid Preparedness Encouraged: It is highly recommended that each participant carries a small first aid kit for minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes, bites, and blisters.
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🚨**FINAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT**
* By attending this event, you confirm that you are participating voluntarily and at your own risk. Neither the host nor the group accepts responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage incurred.
Exhibition: Secret Maps (50% w/Art Fund)
Closes mid January: "Top secret. Redacted. Falsified. Forgotten. Unlock the secrets of history’s most mysterious maps."
Tickets for this exhibition cost £20, and £10 with an Art Fund pass. £3 Universal/Pension Credit (ID required). Please book your own ticket:
https://events.bl.uk/exhibitions/secretmaps
I haven't used my Art Fund pass often enough yet to make it worthwhile, so I need to catch up. This exhibition sounds really interesting, come and join me!
Where to meet: In the entrance hall to the right of the "open book" bench.
🏐 Volleyball Games 📍 Poplar 📶 Lower Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/41842
**Game Description:**
🎮 Warm up and game only setting.
🌟 Positive environment.
**Rules**
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)
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\*Privacy policy for games only sessions\*
By attending this game session, you agree to the following:
\* Video recordings/photos are allowed only during free game\* sessions
\* Attending implies consent to potentially being recorded by other participants
\* Any videos must only be shared via private links
\* Distribution limited to session participants only
\* Explicit consent required for any public sharing
\* Respect others' privacy and comfort
\*Please contact the co-organisers if you have any questions about the policy.
🏐 Volleyball Session 📍Canary Wharf 📶 Upper Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43058
**Game Description:**
🎮 Warm up and game only setting.
🌟 Positive environment.
\*Privacy policy for games only sessions\*
By attending this game session, you agree to the following:
\* Video recordings/photos are allowed only during free game\* sessions
\* Attending means consenting to potentially being recorded by other participants
\* Any videos must only be shared via private links
\* Distribution limited to session participants only
\* Explicit consent required for any public sharing
\* Respect others' privacy and comfort
\*Please contact the co-organisers if you have any questions about the policy.
**Rules**
\- point to 15
\- max 2 games in a row
\- 3 team of 6 players
\- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)
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Data on Fire: A Hands-On Intro to Spark in Fabric
The January 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.
Project Management (PMP) Classroom Training in Columbus, OH
**Course Overview:** For project management professionals, the PMP certification is a widely accepted credential. It attests to their proficiency in project management and leadership. Obtaining PMP certification indicates proficiency in project management techniques and a dedication to best practices. It raises earning potential, creates new chances, and improves career prospects. The Project Management Institute (PMI) administers the PMP certification, which necessitates passing a demanding exam, proving experience, and fulfilling professional development criteria.
**Training Overview:** This in-depth PMP® course is carefully crafted to provide professionals with the information, tools, and techniques needed to lead projects in a wide range of industries. Updated according to the most recent PMBOK® Guide and PMI standards, the course addresses fundamental project management areas such as initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing a project.
Attendees will receive hands-on practice through live case studies, interactive training, and exam techniques so that they are well-equipped to take the PMP certification exam. The training is also in compliance with the PMI 35 contact hour requirement and is conducted by certified trainers with real-world industry experience.
[https://www.icertglobal.com/course/pmp-certification-training/Classroom/5/3644](https://www.icertglobal.com/course/pmp-certification-training/Classroom/5/3644)
Take your career to the next level with our **intensive PMP® Bootcamp**, designed to help you lead projects with confidence and earn your PMP credential quickly and efficiently.
· Hands-on training in project planning, execution, monitoring & closure
· In-depth understanding of PMI frameworks and the PMBOK® Guide
**·** Proven strategies to **clear the PMP exam on your first try**
· Guidance from expert trainers with 15+ years of industry experience
**Key Features of PMP Certification**
· **4 Days In-Person Training:** Intensive classroom sessions with expert-led instruction, hands-on activities, and full PMP® exam coverage.
· **PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition-Based Training:** Aligned with the latest PMI standards, focusing on principles, performance domains, and real-world project applications.
· **90 Days of E-Learning Access:** Get unlimited access to recorded sessions, study materials, and practice exams for 90 days to reinforce your learning at your own pace.
· **PMI Application Assistance:** Get step-by-step guidance to complete and submit your PMP® exam application accurately and confidently.
· **35 Hours of Classroom and Online Instructor-Led Live Training:** Comprehensive, real-time training delivered by certified instructors in both in-person and virtual formats.
· **Approved Course Materials:** Study with PMI-authorized and industry-recognized materials aligned with the latest PMP® exam content outline.
· **Money-Back Guarantee:** Enroll with confidence—get a refund if you don’t pass the PMP® exam under our specified terms and conditions.
· **Exam-Based Mock Tests:** Practice with full-length, PMP®-style mock exams designed to simulate the real test environment and boost your confidence.
**Benefits of PMP Certification:**
· **Global Recognition:** PMP is a universally respected credential recognized across industries worldwide.
· **Higher Salary Potential:** PMP-certified professionals earn up to 20% more than non-certified peers.
· **Career Advancement:** Opens doors to leadership roles and high-impact project opportunities.
· **Validated Skills:** Proves your ability to manage projects efficiently using industry-standard best practices.
· **Stronger Networking:** Connect with a global community of project managers and PMI members.
**What will you learn?**
* **Project Management Frameworks:** Understand PMI’s approach and the PMBOK® Guide (7th Edition)
* **Project Lifecycle & Processes:** Master initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing phases
* **Agile & Hybrid Methodologies:** Apply adaptive project practices used in modern industries
* **Team Leadership & Communication**: Learn stakeholder engagement, team dynamics, and conflict resolution
* **Risk, Time & Cost Management:** Effectively manage project constraints and ensure delivery success
* **PMP® Exam Strategy:** Gain test-taking techniques, practice with mock exams, and get exam-ready tips
**Our Pass Guarantee: Your Success is Our Priority:**
We’re committed to your success—our training, tools, and support are designed to help you pass the PMP® exam with confidence.
**Why Choose Our Program? Learn from Industry Leaders. Succeed with Confidence.**
· Led by certified experts with 15+ years of experience
· PMI-authorized training aligned with the latest PMBOK® Guide
· Proven track record of high first-attempt pass rates
· Practical case studies and real-world project insights
· Dedicated support from registration to certification
However, basic understanding and knowledge about quality aspect and quality control will prove to be useful.
Other course you might be interested: CAPM \| PMP \|LSSGB \| LSSBB \| LSSGB & LSSBB \| ITIL \| CBAP \| PMI\-ACP \| Big Data \| DevOps \| Data Science \| CSM
If you are interested, please let me know so that I can send you special discounted price along with the customized registration link which will help you to enroll it easily.
**Other Training Courses:** CAPM \| LSSGB \| LSSBB \| LSSGB&LSSBB\| CSM \| PMI\-ACP \| CCBA \| CEH \| DevOps
If you have any more queries regarding PMP training and certification write an email to : [alex.wood@icertglobal.org](mailto:alex.wood@icertglobal.org)
[https://www.icertglobal.com/](https://www.icertglobal.com/)
Email: [alex.wood@icertglobal.org](http://alex.wood@icertglobal.org/)
Phone: 713-287-1187
8 Week Winter Singles Pickleball League
## 🏓 Winter Singles Pickleball League \| Ages 20s\, 30s & 40s
**Hosted by DateColumbus**
**[Registration Through Eventbrite - Click Here!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-singles-pickleball-league-tickets-1975043737987?aff=oddtdtcreator)**
Looking to meet new people OFF the dating apps this winter?
Join us for an **8-week Singles Pickleball League** designed to help you connect, move, laugh, and meet other active Columbus singles — IRL.
**📅 Thursdays, January 8 – February 26**
🎟 $160 (PLUS FEES)
**⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM**
**📍 Paddle Taps \| 535 Lakeview Plaza Blvd\, Worthington\, OH 43085**
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## 🏓 What to Expect
* 💬 A fun, easygoing way to meet singles in their **20s, 30s & 40s**
* 🎾 **Beginner-friendly!** Instructors onsite for the first 30 minutes of Weeks 1–3
* 🔄 **Open Play Format**
Rotate courts + partners often = tons of chances to connect
Winners stay one round, then rotate
* 🍻 Food + drinks available at Paddle Taps’ full bar and restaurant
* 🏓 Paddles available each week — or bring your own
* 💬 Eat, drink, mingle before/after games
* ⏳ Runs every Thursday for 8 weeks
Whether you’re experienced or brand new, you’ll fit right in — this league is all about connection, not competition.
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## ⭐ IMPORTANT — READ THIS ⭐
**This is a PAID event. Meetup RSVP does NOT count as registration.**
You **must purchase a ticket on Eventbrite** to participate.
[👉 ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-singles-pickleball-league-tickets-1975043737987?aff=oddtdtcreator)**[DateColumbus Winter Singles Pickleball League LINK HERE!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-singles-pickleball-league-tickets-1975043737987?aff=oddtdtcreator)**
Spots always fill fast — grab yours early!
IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
Start the new year with your local IxDA pals. Join members of the Central Ohio UX and design community for our monthly breakfast.









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