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Join us for a night of practicing prepared and impromptu public speaking in a supportive and positive learning environment at this Northrop Grumman Gaveliers Toastmaster meeting! You don't have to work at Northrop to join up and learn more about this important social skill.

JOIN US DURING OUR ONLINE ADVENTURE! We may be physically separated but are having fun and growing as speakers and leaders in online times, and we'd love to have even more go-getters join our energetic community! How? We're meeting via Zoom, at our usual time 8:00AM, every Monday, for one hour. We will switch back to in-person meetings when circumstances permit. We'll open the Zoom at 7:30 so feel free to enter ahead of time to check equipment and chat with the group. Cary Club Toastmasters *will* help you reach your public speaking goals in a warm, friendly environment with plenty of good-natured fun and effective, motivational feedback. This is especially true as we build those vital virtual meeting skills business now depends upon. In our meetings we hear and evaluate prepared speeches of 5-7 minutes and also test our extemporaneous skills with "Table Topics" Are you ready to stretch your wings? To join our Zoom Meeting, please contact David Lindquist at (919) 594-7608 or dlindquist0@gmail.com for the Zoom link and password.

Like-minded retirees improving communication skills, feedback skills and leadership skills in a safe and friendly Online environment. Guests and potential members are welcome. For further information, go to 777940.toastmastersclubs.org

Currently holding meetings online due to COVID-19 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- At the Business Breakfast Toastmasters Club (BBC), we empowers members to become more effective communicators and leaders. We meet 7.00am-8.10am on Tuesdays. Toastmasters is not a formal course in public speaking. There are no instructors or classrooms. Your speeches are not graded, and there are no tests. You'll learn by studying the resources, giving speeches on a variety of topics and helping others with constructive feedback.

Toastmasters é uma organização sem fins lucrativos e líder mundial na arte de comunicar (falar, ouvir e pensar) e na formação de líderes. Encontrarás um ambiente de aprendizagem positivo e de suporte mútuo, onde cada membro tem a oportunidade de desenvolver as suas capacidades de comunicação e de liderança. COMUNICAÇÃO: Nos Toastmasters consegues dominar novas ferramentas para que possas comunicar cada vez melhor, identificar todos os pontos onde deves melhorar, identificar os teus pontos fortes para que os potencies ainda mais e utilizar o processo comunicativo para servir eficientemente o teu propósito em cada discurso. LIDERANÇA: Por vezes pisamos o palco, outras estamos na retaguarda a comandar a linha da frente! Ao estarmos na retaguarda temos a responsabilidade de apoiar os elementos que sobem ao palco para fazer as suas entregas. Esta responsabilidade espelha-se em áreas específicas como por exemplo os avaliadores das entregas. O YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS TOASTMASTERS CLUB: O YETC reúne semanalmente no auditório do Centro Sagrada Família - R. António Luis Gomes 11, 1495-129 Algés às segundas pelas 20h00. Por norma as sessões estão divididas em três partes, cada uma com um tipo diferente de discursos: PREPARADOS: Semanalmente temos pessoas a apresentar discursos preparados de acordo com o manual de comunicação, seja o manual inicial ou manuais avançados. IMPROVISO: O desafio… 30 segundo para pensar e… entrega de discurso. AVALIAÇÃO: Feedback construtivo, dado sobre toda a sessão desde os dicursos até aos avaliadores. QUANTO CUSTA?: Visitar, nada! Vem visitar-nos e vê por ti como funciona! QUEM PODE IR? Qualquer pessoa interessada em desenvolver as suas capacidades de comunicação e liderança, desde estudantes a profissionais de qualquer idade. Poderá levar acompanhantes.

Who should join this meeting If you are a business owner and looking for any of the below components * Embrace cloud computing solutions to move applications and data to the cloud, enabling remote access for employees. * Implement a secure VPN to connect remote employees to your internal network. * Utilize collaboration tools for effective communication and teamwork. * Set up Remote Desktop Services or VDI to provide remote access to centralized applications and data. * Prioritize data security measures, including encryption and regular backups. * Consider outsourcing IT services to reduce the burden on your internal team. * Optimize costs by analyzing infrastructure, licensing, and exploring cost-saving opportunities.

Calling all Sci-tech geeks. Check out our Sci-tech focused Toastmasters club. We talk about galaxies, music tech, big data, security, cloud computing and sometimes zombies and lattes... if you are not "Techie", come and learn helpful tips about Science or Technology while practicing public speaking. Easy Tech Toastmasters meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month between 7:30-8:30 PM virtually, on Zoom. Come visit us: Zoom link [https://bit.ly/easytechzoom](https://bit.ly/easytechzoom) http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/6/9/9/1/600_452607025.jpeg

Check back for the updated speaker name and presentation description. Agenda: 5:30 PM - 5:45 PM Networking & User Group updates 5:45 PM - 6:00 PM Sponsor Spotlight & Speaker Introduction 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Featured presentation 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM Q&A and continued networking We'd love to keep in touch! Visit https://www.redmondsql.org/membership-registration/ to join our user group to get access to free learning content. Looking for the presentation from a previous monthly meeting? Visit our meeting archive: https://www.redmondsql.org/archives/. Cheers, Redmond SQL User Group Leadership Team https://www.redmondsql.org

Welcome to Three Wells Gnosis! St. Mary Magdalene Parish will be updating our ministry to best serve the world-wide Gnostic community. We will no longer host weekly Liturgy, and will be announcing special Eucharistic events coming soon. We will continue our weekly Sunday discussions on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/7027911477 More information to come...

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Hi, here you can meet up online and have a nice English conversation using the Zoom app. You'll find the link to the meeting in the description (password to enter: 'Waschsalon'). After 40 minutes the session will automatically end. Then click on the link again to re-enter. Have fun! TIP: Make sure you have a computer with sound or headset and video setup before the meeting. You can also use your phone or tablet if you install the Zoom App prior to the meeting.

NEW ZOOM MEETING ID: 935 3000 4777 We have SMART Recovery meetings on Zoom every Thursday from 7:30 - 8:30pm. No registration or RSVP is required. All are welcome, including family and spouses for support, so just show up. There is no charge but donations are welcome at the end of the meeting. You can learn more about the SMART Recovery program at www.smartrecovery.com. We will to return to the office for meetings when it is safe to do so, but for now we are using Zoom for SMART Recovery meetings. SMART Recovery Meetings - NOW ONLINE Zoom Meeting ID: 935 3000 4777 Our office address is: Counseling Center of Grayslake 106 Center St, Grayslake, IL 60030 We are on the corner of Center and Slusser. Our name and logo are on the front door. We are across the street from Something’s Brewing. Please don't hesitate to call or email if you need to. We hope to see you on Thursdays!

100% ZOOM VIRTUAL \*\*\*The Link to join each week is here: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87998294298?pwd=czZuVTZBczh5dW4wbGVubFUzWWFwdz09](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87998294298?pwd=czZuVTZBczh5dW4wbGVubFUzWWFwdz09) All members and guests can attend via a ZOOM/virtual meetup. The meeting will commence at the regular time, only through each of your own computers/ desktops / laptops or phones. • Zoom.us is the video conference website that’s very easy to use. • Go there today and setup a free account. • You simply follow the steps to login to the meeting. • NO password required, WAITING ROOM is turned OFF, so you will be admitted directly into the meeting. • Have your video and audio on, so you can be seen and heard • DURING the meeting, mute yourself so background noise won’t be a problem • During the meeting, you can unmute yourself to give your commercial, and obviously, the “Speaker(s) of the day” will unmute during their time. • Upper RIGHT of video screen has VIEW OPTIONS. • Choose gallery view, so all members present are shown. • When any person speaks, their frame will be highlighted… this is a much easier viewing option versus having every person who speaks pop up and dominate your viewing space. \*\* NOTE \*\* In this unprecedented time, due to the online environment of Video Conferencing, please note that unprofessional behavior will not be tolerated in any way. This is a category-protected, paid/membership organization. Guests who do not apply common sense and present themselves as professionals will be removed from the Zoom call. If you are interested in membership, please visit PNAnw.com/MembershipApplication

The Fellowship of the Star Schema: Transforming OLTP Data for Power BI One does not simply build reports on OLTP data. Join us on an epic journey from the depths of raw, normalized tables to the shining halls of a well-modeled star schema fit for Power BI greatness. We will demystify the differences between OLTP and OLAP, walk through star schema vs snowflake (and why Power BI has a clear favorite), and show you the compression differences between normalized and columnar storage that will make you never look at an OLTP model the same way again. We will cover the different types of dimensions, when to use them, and how to handle Slowly Changing Dimensions without losing your mind. You will leave knowing exactly how to identify a bad model, how to convert OLTP data into a clean star schema, and how to forge relationships that rule them all. Whether you are a data wizard, a curious hobbit, or somewhere in between, your models will never be the same.

**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception** Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory. For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy. She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps). Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way. **About Our Speaker** Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty. Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. Look for us upstairs!

The global Azure community is coming together again, and Columbus is officially on the map. View the session lineup and speakers at [Global Azure Columbus 2026](https://coazure.github.io/cbus-global-azure-2026/) On **Saturday, April 18, 2026**, the Azure Columbus Meetup, DevOps Meetup, and Code and Coffee Meetup are hosting our local edition of Global Azure 2026. This is a free, community-driven event packed with learning, networking, and all things Microsoft Azure. Whether you’re building modern cloud-native apps, experimenting with AI agents, deploying containers, automating infrastructure, or just beginning your Azure journey, this event is for you! **What to Expect** * Engaging technical sessions * Real-world Azure architecture & cloud-native patterns * AI, agents, automation, and modern DevOps * Food and drinks (because learning burns calories) * Time to connect with fellow engineers, architects, and cloud enthusiasts **Who Should Attend?** * Software engineers (any language, any stack) * Cloud architects * DevOps engineers * Data professionals * AI explorers * Platform builders * Anyone who loves solving hard problems with great tools If you build, deploy, automate, scale, monitor, or optimize in Azure, you’ll feel right at home. **Why Global Azure?** Global Azure is a worldwide community event where Azure user groups host learning sessions on the same day across the globe. It’s grassroots. It’s technical. It’s practical. And it’s powered by people who genuinely love sharing what they’ve learned. And yes, it’s free to attend!

We're bringing the community together for a casual happy hour with ServiceNow-themed trivia, food and drinks, and great conversation. Details coming soon - for now, save the date and plan to join us for connection and fun.

AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s? This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation? We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)