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Ubuntu Toronto Meetup
Come and lets talk Ubuntu talk. Bring your laptops and show off your favorite apps and your wallpaper.
Got questions ? Bring them too !
Location and time: Monday 7pm Apr 27 2026
Bishop and Belchers pub
Church and Bloor St E.
175 Bloor St E. Toronto, ON M4W 3T5 [(416) 591-2352](tel:+14165912352)
April Speed Dating for Professionals (Ages 30-45)
Skip the endless swiping and meet real people, face to face.
Get up to **20 mini dates** with like-minded singles (ages **30–45**) who meet our curated criteria — all in a **chic King West bar**. Structured, comfortable, and perfect for **introverts who prefer meaningful conversations** over small talk.
**When:** Monday\, April 27\, 2026 \| 7:00pm – 10:00pm
**Where:** Oria on King (220 King St W)
**Tickets:** [\[Buy Here\]](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-dating-hub-april-speed-dating-for-professionals-ages-30-45-tickets-1985965490242?aff=meetup)
**(must buy ticket from website - RSVP from Meetup doesn't count)**
✨ **What to Expect:**
* A dedicated & experienced host/emcee – Andrea Lo
* Fun icebreakers & guided introductions to warm up the room
* Structured speed dating rounds (1–1.5 hrs – short & sweet)
* Open mingling to reconnect with matches or meet anyone you missed
* Digital match form for easy post-event follow-ups
Can’t make it? Follow **[Toronto Dating Hub](https://www.torontodatinghub.com/)** for upcoming mixers & events!
Conor Hoekstra - Parrot : Array GPU Programming
**Abstract:**
This talk introduces a new high-level CUDA C++ library that brings functional, array-style programming to GPUs - without compromising performance. With a fluent API that slashes boilerplate and minimizes kernel launches, it enables you to write expressive, high-performance GPU code with up to 10× less code. This talk explores how functional patterns can unlock both clarity and speed in GPU development.
**Speaker: Conor Hoekstra**
Research Scientist at NVIDIA working on array programming models and languages. Creator of the [Parrot](https://nvlabs.github.io/parrot/) library (a high-level, array-based library with implicit GPU fusion). Extremely passionate about programming languages, algorithms, and beautiful code. Founder and organizer of the [Programming Languages Virtual Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/Programming-Languages-Toronto-Meetup/). Host of four podcasts and an avid conference speaker.
Bitcoin Meetup
Join the next Bitcoin Bay meetup, and meet up with Toronto's Bitcoin community, and discuss all things Bitcoin & Crypto!
* Meet local Bitcoin Community
* Discuss Latest Trends
* Answer Questions
* Find out what people are working on
* Have a good time
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REST is for Agents: Rediscovering Spring HATEOAS
The playbook for AI agent integration is becoming predictable: build an MCP server, expose your APIs as tools, and define the rules in prompts. That approach works, but it often pushes workflow and guardrails into client-side logic, where they are harder to enforce and easier to bypass.
This talk presents a different approach. HATEOAS (Hypermedia As The Engine Of Application State)—a largely overlooked part of REST—allows an API to describe allowed actions and constraints at runtime. That makes it a natural fit for agents, which need clear, machine-readable guidance about what they can safely do next.
We’ll show this in action with MoneyMate, an AI agent that performs sensitive operations such as money transfers. Using the Spring HATEOAS project, the agent is guided entirely by the API rather than by hardcoded tools or fragile prompt logic.
AI hype aside, this is ultimately a talk about architectural validation. For years, HATEOAS was the hill REST purists loved to die on—complete with finger-wagging about “doing REST correctly”—while everyone else quietly shipped simple JSON and moved on. It turns out the purists weren’t wrong—just 20 years early. Come see why that extra structure finally pays off when your client is an LLM.
**About the venue**
Free Times Cafe has bistro-style seating and a full food and drink menu. Please consider helping to support the venue by planning to have supper during the talk.
**Speaker Bio**
Adib Saikali is a distinguished engineer at Tanzu by Broadcom, focused on helping Tanzu’s largest customers design and build cloud native applications and platforms using Spring and Kubernetes. Adib is the author of Securing Cloud Applications a book that teaches application developers the fundamental security technologies and protocols required to secure cloud native applications. Over the past 25 years Adib has worked at startups and global enterprises on numerous software systems in a variety of roles, from software developer, architect, agile coach, and CTO. He has developed a 360-degree view of what it takes to build software systems efficiently, and economically.
Improv Class for New Friends
Don't be disappointed if you don't see a bunch of people attending. I advertise this on multiple platforms and the class usually sells out.
\*\*If you don't use Paypal, email me at ralph@socap.ca and we'll figure it out. You can pay be etransfer or with a credit card/cash at the venue.\*\*
Improv comedy uses several techniques to create laughter. These include, creating an atmosphere free of judgement, saying 'yes', active listening, being positive, putting your focus on others, and the importance of play and laughter.
Not coincidentally, these are the same things that happen to us naturally when we are bonding with another person.
In this class, we'll explore these techniques not with the goal of being funny, but with the goal of being people that other people want to be around.
The teacher, Ralph MacLeod, is a co-founder of two independent improv clubs in Toronto - Bad Dog Theatre and Social Capital Theatre. He's been teaching improv for over 30 years. He also teaches these same techniques to several organizations including UofT, Google, Kraft, Shopify and many, many more.
Please feel free to ask any questions you may have!
FAQs and Good To Know....
After every event, a group from this class sit down and have a drink together so be prepared to stay if you want! Of course, you don't HAVE to.
You also don't have to be single or bring a friend. The vibe of this class is much more 'making new friends' than a 'singles' mixer'.
We usually run to 8:15 so pay for extra parking!
The Lytic Threshold
**This is a ticketed event. Please register at [this link](https://luma.com/gprawfks).**
In this talk, Sheikh Abdur Raheem Ali:
1) Discusses rare cases where deployed LLMs have been observed to engage in self-directed behavior which would have led to catastrophic outcomes if the agent escaping containment were equipped with stronger capabilities.
2) Introduces arbitrium, a peptide-based communication method used by certain bacteriophages which release small molecules known as autoinducers to decide coordinated population-level behavior, and in particular lytic and lysogenic pathways, with a quorum-sensing mechanism.
3) Explores landmark results from alignment science which inform our current understanding of LLM biology (<250 malicious documents required to poison training datasets vs <100 viral particles required to produce infection in humans).
4) Analyzes early findings from experiments which attempt to investigate scalable improvements to defenses that monitor the internal activations of production transformer models (such as probes) and demonstrates how these enable targeted interventions on known distributions which are more difficult to achieve with input/output only methods (such as prompted classifiers) in certain cases (such as long context windows or latent reasoning models)
**Event Schedule**
6:00 to 6:30 - Food and introductions
6:30 to 7:30 - Presentation and Q&A
7:30 to 9:00 - Open Discussions
If you can't make it in person, feel free to join the live stream starting at 6:30 pm, via [this link](https://www.youtube.com/@Trajectory-Labs/live).
Learn Medieval Arts, science, dancing and games!
Go Medieval!
Learn Medieval arts, sciences, dancing and games! Have somefun with like minded history geeks.
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
St. Andrew’s United Church
117 Bloor St EAST (near Church Street)
Ring the buzzer for the gate keeper
more info? www.eoforwic.ca
Spring has Arrived Leisure Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner Party after)
Hello everyone,
**\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\***
Please join me and my other groups for a relaxing and fun Sunday afternoon leisure nature walk through the Don Valley Trail along the Don River followed by an enjoyable dinner at a local pub near our meeting location.
**Meeting Location with free Parking:**
We will meet conveniently out front the **Tim Hortons directly across the street from the Davisville Subway (Yonge Line)**
This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see.
More details below:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
**Event Details:**
**Spring has Arrived Leisure Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (with Dinner Party after)**
-A great day planned as we explore parts of the city we don't see every day (great nature trails and old beautiful neighbourhoods)
-Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another
-During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together
-Followed by food and beverages at a nearby Irish Pub
\*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air and (re) connect with some wonderful people
**Bonus after our Leisure Nature Walk: (Optional)**
\*Stick around after the walk for a fun Saturday social gathering at a local Irish Pub for beverages and food right after the walk
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**Event Fee:**
10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included)
or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com
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**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
We will meet at out front of the **Tim Horton (1910 Yonge Street)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
4:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:30 p.m.)
**Drivers & Free Parking:**
Plenty of parking on Yonge and residential too :)
Free parking on Duplex, one street west of Yonge :)
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***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :)
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Steve Flemming Presents: Love Will Find a Way! (Group Dating Game)
Hello everyone,
Please join us for a fun, interactive and laughter filled ***"group dating game"*** experience. We all bring years of knowledge, wisdom and stories; so together we can support, inspire and share optimal understanding to love, dating and fulfilling relationships.
This will be a well organized, interactive and valuable afternoon as we dive deeper into the real meanings of love, romance, intimacy and effective dating.
\*We will be joined by my other social groups too so we can anticipate a great afternoon
Event Details bellow:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
Event Details:
**Steve Flemming Presents:**
**Love Will Find a Way!**
**(Group Dating Game)**
-An inspiring, interactive and welcoming afternoon as we go deeper into the universal topic of love, dating and intimate relationships
\*Let's not take ourselves too seriously either (we're all in this together-so we'll definitely share some laughs too :)
\*Invite your friends or come on your own; all is welcome!
**About the Organizer/Host**
Steve Flemming provides over 20 years of producing community events and group facilitation on personal growth, spirituality and relationships. He looks forward to involving everyone in a safe, fun and inspirational way. We will be sure to experience a wonderful afternoon with great, thoughtful people in a ideal setting for connection and conversation.
**Where to Meet us?**
**Date: Sunday May 3rd 2026**
**Arrive between 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.**
**Location: La Carnita - Good Fortune Bar (Main Floor)**
**Address:** 130 Eglinton Ave. Toronto, ON M4P 2X9
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**Event Fee:** 10 dollars upon arrival (HST included)
(Cash only or e transfer when you arrive)
**steveflemming11@gmail.com**
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\*Dinner & Beverage Menu available too
\*Includes reserved seating for the group
\*Beverage and/or appetizer minimum to support the staff and venue
Remember to tip the hard working servers too) Thank you for your co-operation :)
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**Parking Available:**
\*Plenty of street parking on Eglinton and (Residential area south/east of venue for free)
**Close to Subway Station:**
\*Also three minute walk east from Yonge/Eglinton subway station
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IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.
Rays Of Light Spiritualist Church Service
Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel.
Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger.
Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life.
Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.
Detroit Meet Your Match from Home
**💘 Speed Dating on Zoom – Personality Matched for Detroit Locals**
Ditch the apps. Meet Detroit singles face-to-face on Zoom tonight. You'll cycle through short one-on-one video chats with Detroit locals matched to you by age and personality. A host keeps the evening flowing smoothly.
**Choose your age range to register:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0)
- 🌍 **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Detroit&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0)
**⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Spots are limited.
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🎯 **Especially useful for:**
- 🚀 First-timers new to speed dating
- Detroit locals after personality-matched dates
⭐ *"10/10. The host was fantastic and I actually had fun on the dates."* – Detroit first-timer
📌 **What to know**
- 🎉 **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds
- ⚡ **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you
🧭 **How the session runs**
1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above.
2. **Complete the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well.
3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show.
💡 **Tip:** Prepare a couple of questions — it keeps the conversation moving.
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✨ Meet Detroit singles from home. Sign up and we'll take care of the rest. 💖 ✨
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Fort Wayne Smart Personality Matched Speed Dating
**💘 Fort Wayne Zoom Speed Dating – Personality & Age Matched**
A straightforward, fun way to meet local singles without stepping out. It's simple: complete a short personality quiz, jump on Zoom, and meet Fort Wayne singles in guided one-on-one rounds. Matches shared afterwards.
**Choose your age range to register:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fort%20Wayne&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0)
- 🔥 **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fort%20Wayne&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0)
**⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** You need to register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited.
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🎯 **Especially useful for:**
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
- Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings
**How the event unfolds**
1. **Register** – Select your age group above and sign up.
2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening.
3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest.
📌 **What to know**
- **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured
- ⚡ **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere
💡 **Tip:** Just be yourself. That's always the best approach.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**How long are the chats?**
A few minutes each — just enough to get a sense of someone.
**Is my info private?**
**What happens after?**
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✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. � ✨
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OVER 50 HAPPY HOUR AT MARKET DISTRICT-GRANDVIEW YARD FRI, MAY 1ST 5:00PM-8:00PM
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR - FLIGHTS N TACOS!!!
Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Giant Eagle Grandview Yard Event Center! (upper level) **Plenty of free parking**. The event center is huge! Pics are in the comments.
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR!! – Flights n Tacos
Let’s join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!)
• Taco Bar
• Margarita and Beer tasting
• Complementary chips and salsa
• Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase
• Festive Band/Music
Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar:
Optional - For $15.00 per person you can also get 4 Margarita or beer)
Get ready for a fun evening filled with live music, great conversation, and a lively crowd of 50+ singles and friends looking to mix, mingle, and enjoy the night. Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel the welcoming, social vibe.
Enjoy happy hour at the bar until 6 PM, or take part in the special Cinco de Mayo experience featuring margarita flights and delicious Mexican bites. It’s the perfect setting to relax, meet new people, and celebrate in style.
Our private upstairs space gives us plenty of room to connect, laugh, and enjoy the energy of the night. Come when you can, stay as long as you like — the best conversations (and the most fun!) tend to build as the evening goes on.
No agenda — just great people, live music, and a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss!
Indianapolis Online Dating for Homebody Singles
**� Virtual Speed Dating – Indianapolis Singles, Curated by Personality**
Online speed dating for Indianapolis locals — hosted live on Zoom, personality matched. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Indianapolis singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation.
**Find your age group below:**
- ⚡ **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Indianapolis&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0)
**⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Spots are limited.
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👥 **Best for:**
- Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience
- Anyone who likes connecting online before meeting face-to-face
⭐ *"Ideal for introverts. Felt at ease the entire time."* – Indianapolis attendee
📍 **Event snapshot**
- **Format:** Live on Zoom – guided rounds from your home
- **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere
🧭 **How the session runs**
1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above.
2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening.
3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it.
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✨ Real people, real conversations — all from your home. 💝 ✨
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Columbus Meet Local Singles from Home
**� Online Speed Dating via Zoom – Connect with Columbus Singles Tonight!**
A hosted online speed dating experience for Columbus locals. Join from home, get paired with Columbus singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy.
**Pick your age group and sign up:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=18-32&face_v=1.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=city-readers-social-and-discussion-collective&ar=30-46&face_v=1.0)
**⚠️ Your RSVP doesn't guarantee a place.** Click your age group link below, register, and take the personality quiz to lock in your spot. Limited places.
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🎯 **Especially useful for:**
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
- ✨ People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation
🗂 **Quick details**
- ⚡ **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured
- ✨ **Location:** From home – all you need is Wi-Fi and a webcam
🛠 **What the flow looks like**
1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above.
2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Columbus singles.
3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show.
💡 **Tip:** Just be yourself. That's always the best approach.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**Is my info private?**
Absolutely. Contact details are only exchanged on mutual match.
**What if I'm shy?**
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✨ One Zoom call, genuine conversations, real matches. See you there. 💓 ✨
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