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~~Because nothing says “midweek crisis” like screaming pop ballads with strangers~~ So you’ve survived Monday... congrats! Celebrate by joining us **every Tuesday** for the most *questionable life choices* you’ll never regret — Karaoke Night! **FREE ENTRY** – because we know you blew your paycheck on brunch last weekend. 🧍‍♀️👨‍🦯For the socially allergic (aka shy or introverted), we’ve got **ice-breaking games** that are only mildly awkward. You might actually meet someone who *also* sings off-key. Soulmates? Maybe. 🍸 Cocktails for **135 Kč** – dangerously tasty. 🍺 Beer for **49 Kč** – cheaper than therapy. 📍 **WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS** **TEQUILA TALES BAR & MUSIC CLUB** Újezd 409/19, Prague 1 (Tram stop: Hellichova or Újezd – don’t pretend you don’t use Google Maps) 📲 Stalk us or message your future karaoke group here: [https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/](https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/)

Podařilo se nám na poslední chvíli sehnat výjimečného hosta – a bylo by škoda to nevyužít! Martin Urza, anarchokapitalista, youtuber a autor první české knihy o anarchokapitalismu, přijede osobně představit svou novou knihu **Anarchoagorismus**. Anarchoagorismus není jen teorie. Je to praktická cesta ke svobodě pomocí prostředků dostupných každému z nás, tady a teď. Urza nám vysvětlí, co za tímto pojmem stojí, proč ho považuje za logický vývoj svého myšlení a jak tyhle myšlenky aplikovat v každodenním životě – bez čekání na revoluci. Počítejte s živou diskusí, protože tohle téma málokdy nechává lidi lhostejnými. A samozřejmě – večer zakončíme kvalitním pokecem u piva a v atmosféře bublajících dýmek. Kapacita je omezená, takže neváhejte – kdo přijde, nezklame se!

Who can attend this meetup: The tour is an introduction to Prague and is mainly for expats and visitors to our city but everybody who would like to join is invited. ***Important***, please also fill in the booking form on our [website](https://freewalkingtourprague.eu/en/schedule) if you are planning to come (otherwise we will not expect you). Description: Meet us by the Powder Tower, the historical gate to the Old Town and starting point of the Royal Route. Then have an educative walk through the narrow and picturesque streets of the historical center of Prague. Enjoy the unique diversity of architectural styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau. See some of the most interesting sites and get to know fascinating facts and legends of the 1000-year old capital of Bohemia. End the tour at the riverside 5 minutes away from the Charles Bridge, from which you can continue the tour on your own (or again with us) towards Malá Strana or Prague Castle. ====== Meeting point: We will be standing by the Powder Tower at the side of the Namestí Republiky square with a green umbrella in hand :) Map: https://goo.gl/maps/tzqKpZ2945S2 Price: there is no fixed price, you will be able to decide yourself how much you value the tour. If you don't know how much is best (and can afford it) we recommend 200Kč, but it really depends on you how much you contribute. Join us also on our [Facebook profile](https://www.facebook.com/freewalkingtoursprague/) :) and if you are travelling to other cities check out our friends at the [Free Tour Community website](https://freetourcommunity.com/). For any questions, please contact us at info@freewalkingtourprague.eu. Unfortunately, the meetup application does not always send us phone notifications. Reminder - only people who booked on our [official free walking tour website](https://freewalkingtourprague.eu/en/schedule) can join the tour and if the tour shows fully booked on the website it means there are no free spots. The meetup list doesn't count in this case. We look forward to meeting you, Michal, Amanda, Lana, Iva & Chris

Come and join us for a hike to a city untouched by time and see some of the most unique sights in Czech Republic and Europe. The town became famous for producing the Prague Groschen coins, which were also used elsewhere in Europe at the time, and became the second most important town in the Kingdom of Bohemia. Distance : 10 Km (about 6 hours) Difficulty Rating : Easy to Moderate Tour Highlights: • Professional and friendly guide • Hassle-free day trip to Kutna Hora from Prague • Admission to the "Bone Chapel," a chapel decorated with human bones at the Ossuary of the Cemetery Church of All Saints • Admission to the Gothic Cathedral of Saint Barbora • Admission to the Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady OPTIONAL • Hrádek - Czech Museum of Silver (Medieval Silver Mine) More information at https://www.facebook.com/events/1173596144588293/

Hello Python enthusiasts and models both large and small, The 34th PyData meetup will take place at **Similarweb offices** (Dock in Five, reception A, 5th floor). As usual, the talks will start at 18:30 but we encourage you to come as soon as **18:00** to enjoy the opportunity to socialize and refresh yourselves (which you can continue doing during the break and after the talks). Our main goal is to build the community around Python and data and make it welcoming to people of various skills and experience levels. ⚡ If you are interested in giving a lightning talk (up to 5 minutes to present an idea, tool or results related at least to some degree to Python and/or data), please contact us before the event or at its beginning. **Why Your Models Fail: Learning from Regime Shifts in Real Data** **([Alena Pavlova](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alena-pavlova-494610207/), Similarweb)** When building predictive models, we often assume that the data-generating process is stable over time. In practice, this assumption is frequently violated and ignoring it can severely degrade model performance. In this talk, we use stock market price data to demonstrate how overlooking market regimes leads to misleading results and fragile trading strategies. We start by implementing a simple strategy under the assumption of a single, stationary regime and show how it fails in changing market conditions. We then introduce a regime-aware approach to infer latent market states. By applying the same strategy only within appropriate regimes, we demonstrate how performance, risk characteristics, and interpretability can change dramatically. The talk focuses on practical Python implementation, intuitive explanations of regime modeling, and concrete lessons that extend beyond finance to any non-stationary time-series problem. Attendees will learn how to detect regime shifts, incorporate them into modeling workflows, and avoid common pitfalls when working with evolving data. **Training Small Language Models with Knowledge Distillation** **([Gabriela Kadlecová](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriela-kadlecova/), distil labs)** Large language models (LLMs) have proven useful across a wide range of real-world applications, from code generation and document analysis to intelligent automation and data extraction. However, their practical adoption comes with some tradeoffs: inference costs can be prohibitive at scale, and sending sensitive data to external cloud APIs raises privacy concerns. Sometimes, a general-purpose model is more than what's needed - if the task is quite specific, a smaller, specialized model could do the job just as well. Small Language Models (SLMs) are a great alternative - running entirely on local hardware, they keep data private, respond faster, and operate at a fraction of the cost. The key challenge is making them good enough for the task at hand, and this is where knowledge distillation comes in. By having a large "teacher" model automatically generate and refine training examples, we can create a specialized "student" model tailored to a specific task, starting from as few as a handful of seed examples. In this talk, we walk through the full distillation pipeline: from defining a task and preparing seed data, through synthetic data generation, to fine-tuning an SLM ready for local deployment. We also present benchmark results comparing base and fine-tuned models, and a live demo showing how capable a well-distilled small model can be.

*** **Description** Join us for the very first Pure Tea Tasting Prague event! Discover unique teas, meet fellow tea lovers, and enjoy a relaxing evening focused on wellness and mindful living. **What to Expect:** * Guided tasting of premium pure teas (including vegan and wellness-focused options) * Introduction to tea rituals and culture * Friendly conversation and community networking * Light healthy snacks **Agenda:** * 19:00 – Welcome & introductions * 19:15 – Tea tasting session (multiple varieties) * 20:15 – Open discussion, Q&A, and social time * 21:00 – Event close **What to Bring:** * Just your curiosity and good mood! All tea and snacks are provided. **Location:** Pure Spa, Le Palais Art Hotel, Prague (Details and directions will be sent after RSVP.) **Who Should Join:** Anyone interested in tea, wellness, or making new friends in Prague. All experience levels welcome! ***

\~FREE EVENT\~ Meet Locals & internationals People Every Tuesday & Make New Friends🙂 For introverts and shy people (we all are sometimes), we have ice-breaking games and more... so feel free to come by. Everyone is invited to enjoy amazing Cocktails in 135kc only🍸 Beer in 49 kc 🥂🍻 It is organized after our Biggest Event in Central Europe with 234 people in a single event. 🙂 📍LOCATION TEQUILA TALES BAR & MUSIC CLUB Újezd 409/19, 118 00 Malá Strana, 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic (Nearest tram stop- Hellichova & Ujezd) ❓Questions❓ Follow & write to https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/ *** \~AKCE ZDARMA\~ Každé úterý se seznamte s místními a mezinárodními lidmi a najděte si nové přátele🙂 Pro introverty a stydlivé lidi (všichni jsme někdy) máme hry na lámání ledu a další... tak neváhejte a přijďte. Všichni jsou zváni k vychutnání úžasných koktejlů jen za 135 kč🍸 Pivo za 49 kč 🥂🍻 Je pořádána po naší největší akci ve střední Evropě s 234 lidmi na jediné akci. 🙂 📍 POLOHA TEQUILA TALES BAR & MUSIC CLUB Újezd 409/19, 118 00 Malá Strana, 118 00 Praha, Česká republika (nejbližší tramvajová zastávka- Hellichova & Újezd) ❓Otázky❓ Sledujte a pište https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/

Welcome! Our Prague event is a melting pot of cultures where Czech beer meets global chatter. [[[[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HDGj67uYMHt0RSC0s6GNdB)]] ] Every Saturday at 7:30 PM, locals, travelers, and expats (mostly in their 20s–30s) gather for fun and language exchange. Whether you're fluent or just learning "hello," you’re invited. It’s casual, cool, and genuinely Prague.

Come and join us to help Pohoda at One World (Jeden Svět) festival with their catering! We will be helping carry food around and run the catering at the historic church of St. Anna. Make sure to wear all black and you will be given a T-shirt upon arrival! One World - Jeden Svět film festival is a human rights event across the Czech republic from 11-19.03, engaging with local and international artists, creators and charities to explore themes of human rights. If you want to know more - https://www.oneworld.cz/news/1001-one-world-has-unveiled-its-visual-identity-for-2026-and-launched-a-special-christmas-offer Pohoda are a charity organisation supporting quality of life for mental disabilities in adults, including health and social services. They will be involved in catering a part of the festival from their cafe that employs their clients. For more info - https://pohoda-help.cz If you have any questions, contact Julia +420 737 890 656

\~FREE EVENT\~ (Tips are welcome) Přejděte dolů na český jazyk 🇬🇧. Event Concept? 👉 Czech & Expats people can share their languages and socialize. For introverts and shy people (we all are sometimes), we have ice-breaking games and more... so feel free to come by. It is a very friendly event to meet people around the world🙂 By the time you make new friends in the meetup, our after party starts :) 🏅It is the BIGGEST, Oldest & the Only Free Language Exchange Event in the Czech Republic 🥰 (with 103 people) --> Can i Come to the Event if my English or other language is bad😔? ☺YESS! your language level does not matter. You can also make friends. 🇨🇿Can Czech People also come? Ofcourse! Everyone is invited --> How does it work? Dev (organiser) will give you the Sticker and will write your NAME & LANGUAGE you speak & want to exchange. Then you can join the Table of that language or meet the person of your language & make friends concurrently. (If you still don't understand, he will explain to you at the venue) 🙂 📍LOCATION Tequila Tales Bar & Music Club Újezd 19 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic (Nearest tram stop- Hellichova & Ujezd) 🫡Do I need a Reservation? No, Feel free to bring your friends 🤔Can I come late? Its better if you come on time so you can meet maximum people. ❓Questions❓ Write to +420 703 971 515 (call/ whatsapp) https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/ \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* \~AKCE ZDARMA\~ (Tipy jsou vítány) Přejděte dolů na český jazyk 🇬🇧. Koncept akce? 👉 Češi a cizinci mohou sdílet své jazyky a socializovat se. Pro introverty a stydlivé lidi (všichni jsme někdy) máme hry na lámání ledu a další... tak neváhejte a přijďte. Je to velmi přátelská událost k setkání s lidmi po celém světě🙂 🏅Je to NEJVĚTŠÍ, nejstarší a jediná bezplatná jazyková výměnná akce v České republice (s 103 lidmi) --> Mohu přijít na událost, když moje angličtina nebo jiný jazyk je špatný😔? ☺ANO! na vaší jazykové úrovni nezáleží. Můžete se také spřátelit. 🇨🇿Můžou přijít i Češi? Samozřejmě! Všichni jsou zváni --> Jak to funguje? Dev (organizátor) vám dá nálepku a napíše vaše JMÉNO A JAZYK, kterým mluvíte a chcete si je vyměnit. Pak se můžete připojit ke stolu tohoto jazyka nebo se setkat s osobou vašeho jazyka a zároveň se spřátelit. (Pokud stále nerozumíte, vysvětlí vám to na místě konání) 🙂 📍 POLOHA Tequila Tales Bar & Music Club Újezd 19 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic (Nearest tram stop- Hellichova & Ujezd) Potřebuji rezervaci? Ne, klidně vezměte své přátele 🤔 Můžu přijít pozdě? Je lepší přijít včas, abyste mohli potkat maximum lidí. ❓Otázky❓ Napište našemu +420 703 971 515 (call/ whatsapp) https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/

This time we are going to experience the world-famous spa town of Karlovy Vary, a spa town situated in western Bohemia. We will admire the grand 19th-century spa architecture, stroll along the impressive colonnades, and sip the presumably health-restoring sulphurous waters from 12 different springs in spouted ceramic drinking cups. One of the most famous attractions is the hot spring that spews out hot thermal waters to a height of 12 meters. Distance : 10 km (about 5 hours) Difficulty Rating : Easy Tour Highlights: • Professional and friendly guide • Transportation by air-conditioned bus • Visit the Mill & Market Colonnade • Entrance to the Church of St. Mary Magdalene • Visit and tour the Vrídelní Kolonáda underground spa’s inner workings) • Entrance to the Diana tower lookout • Entrance to St. Peter and Paul Cathedral • Visit the Japanese Garden • Moser glassworks tour OPTIONAL • Entrance to Jan Becher Museum (includes tasting of 4 different types of Becherovka) • Thun Porcelain Shop More information at : https://www.facebook.com/events/1425899982330883/

Sahaja meditation is spontaneous process based on inner energy which helps to look after physical, mental and emotional being. After self realisation , one can go into meditation effortlessly and attain peace, balance and joy. Program is available for every age group and no physical exercise. The program does help to calm yourself down after day stress and live a peaceful evening. What can you expect from the class: 1) A bit of theory about our suble system, chakras, chanels, meditation erltc. 2) Self realisation - a meditation during which Kundalini energy is awakened 3) Sharing expierence, explaining our perfeptions 4) Guided meditation 5) Q&A 6) Mental peace :) No registration is required. All Walk-IN are welcome and all classes are free of charge.

Step into a real-life fairytale! Join us for a magical day trip to Český Krumlov — a UNESCO World Heritage town and one of the most picturesque places in Europe. With its cobbled streets, colourful houses, riverside views, and a castle perched above it all, this destination feels like stepping back in time. Český Krumlov dates back to the 13th century and grew around its stunning castle, which is one of the largest in Central Europe. The town is wrapped by the Vltava River, creating amazing viewpoints, hidden corners, and perfect photo spots. From medieval streets to lively cafés, it’s the kind of place where you just wander and discover something new at every turn. Expect history, great views, chill exploration, and lots of good memories — all in one day. Whether you’re into sightseeing, photography, or just soaking up the atmosphere, this trip has something for everyone. Distance : 10 km (aprox. 6 hours) Difficulty Rating : Easy to Moderate Tour Highlights: • Hassle-free day trip to Český Krumlov from Prague • Professional and friendly guide • Transportation by air-conditioned bus • Český Krumlov Castle & Castle Complex • Castle Tower (tour) • Old Town (Historic Center) • Latrán Street (One of the oldest streets in the city) • Cloak Bridge (Plášťový most) More information at : https://www.facebook.com/events/2035605153885492/

Control & Clarity in Atlassian Platform direction, admin sanity, and real-world planning Atlassian is evolving fast — new platform concepts, new ways of organizing work, and increasing complexity for admins and teams. At the same time, many organizations are struggling with very practical questions: How do we stay in control? How do we keep things tidy and manageable? And how do we plan realistically as teams and environments grow? At this Atlassian Community Event in Prague, we’ll bring together Atlassian insights, partner experience, and real customer examples to explore how teams are navigating change — and what actually works in practice. 🎤 Agenda & Speakers Service Collection: Platform Direction & What’s Coming Next Darryl LeeSolutions Engineer, Atlassian Darryl will give a high-level introduction to Service Collection — what it is, why Atlassian is investing in it, and what it means for existing customers. The session will also include a look at the roadmap and upcoming changes, helping attendees better understand where the Atlassian platform is heading and how to prepare for it. Atlassian Cloud and the Loss of Control Ed LetifovTechTime Initiative Group Limited Sometimes it feels like too much is happening in Atlassian — too fast, with too little visibility. User identities, access, and numbers stop making sense, and admins are left feeling overwhelmed. In this talk, Ed will share real approaches implemented by TechTime’s customers to organize user identities in Atlassian Cloud, reduce chaos, make data consistent, and ultimately lower admin stress. A practical session focused on regaining control and clarity. When Estimation Breaks: Collaborative Planning in Jira at Scale Maria MelnikCTO, Teamlead Jira’s estimation model assumes one person owns one issue. In real teams, work is collaborative — and that’s where estimation starts to fall apart. Subtasks, custom fields, and manual roll-ups can help, but they often create noise, overhead, and unreliable data for admins. This session explores how teams handle collaborative estimation in Jira today, where native approaches hit their limits, and what practical patterns partners use to restore clarity. A real-world discussion focused on reducing admin effort and making planning data usable again. Understanding Team Capacity in Jira: Native Features vs. Real-World Usage Ostap ZaishlyiSenior Product Manager, Reliex Jira offers multiple native ways to view workload and capacity — boards, calendars, and Jira Plans — but how well do these tools work as complexity grows? Using a real customer example, this session explores: What Jira’s native features can (and can’t) tell you Where teams typically hit limitations How add-ons like ActivityTimeline are used to complement Jira and gain clearer visibility into workloads, availability, and constraints — enabling better planning decisions in real-life scenarios 🤝 Networking & Catering As always, the event will conclude with networking, food, and drinks — a great opportunity to: Connect with fellow Atlassian users, admins, and partners Ask follow-up questions to the speakers Share experiences and challenges in an informal setting Whether you’re an admin, a team lead, or simply curious about where Atlassian is heading, this event is designed to give you clarity, perspective, and practical takeaways. We’re looking forward to seeing you! Agenda --- Speakers Ed Letifov - TechTime Initiative Group Limited Ostap Zaishlyi - Reliex (Senior Product Manager) Ostap kieruje zespołem odpowiedzialnym za aplikację ActivityTimeline dla Jira. Dzięki ponad sześciu latom pracy w świecie Atlassian on i jego zespół wyrobili sobie markę, tworząc wyjątkową aplikację do organizowania obciążenia pracą i śledzenia czasu. ActivityTimeline stała się jedną z najlepiej sprzedających się aplikacji na Atlassian Marketplace w kategoriach Planowanie i śledzenie czasu. Darryl Lee - Atlassian (Solutions Engineer) Darryl Lee is a passionate Solutions Engineer at Atlassian, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Darryl combines technical expertise with a strategic approach to help organizations unlock the full potential of Atlassian's suite of tools. With a keen focus on delivering value-driven solutions, Darryl excels in crafting compelling demonstrations and engaging with stakeholders… Maria Melnik - Teamlead Maria leads engineering and product architecture at Teamlead, overseeing the development and evolution of several Atlassian Cloud apps. Her focus is on long-term maintainability, security, and building solutions that scale without becoming operational liabilities. Moderators Julia Skoursky - Refined As a seasoned Partner Manager at Refined, with over 5 years in the Atlassian ecosystem and a rich background in IT business development and partnership management, Julia is dedicated to fostering strong, mutually beneficial relationships with Refined partners. Beyond her professional expertise, Julia has a background in psychology and her qualification as a psychotherapist equip her with… Tomasz Smolinski - SentinelOne (Staff Process and Tools Engineer) Hosted By Julia Skoursky, Partner Manager As a seasoned Partner Manager at Refined, with over 5 years in the Atlassian ecosystem and a rich background in IT business development and partnership management, Julia is dedicated to fostering strong, mutually beneficial relationships with Refined partners. Beyond her professional expertise, Julia has a background in psychology and her qualification as a psychotherapist equip her with a unique perspective and a genuine passion for understanding people's stories. She is known for being an attentive listener, always eager to learn about others. Tomasz Smoliński, Community Champion --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. Partners SentinelOne (https://www.sentinelone.com) Refined (https://www.refined.com/) Refined is a site building product integrated with Atlassian Jira and Confluence to make content clear, accessible and actionable. Refined provides the infrastructure to build Atlassian Confluence and Jira content onto your own branded, easy to navigate and customizable site. Core to Refined is a user-friendly system that makes the content and information accessible, engaging and useful to all users. teamlead (https://teamlead.one) Teamlead is an Atlassian Gold Partner with 15 years of experience. We work in Jira ourselves every day and help other teams streamline their workflows — so we know where it falls short. That’s why we build practical apps like Calendar, Reminder, CRM and EpicTime. Trusted by teams at Electronic Arts, NASA and Deutsche Bahn over 3,000 other companies around the world. Reliex (https://reliex.com/) Reliex is Atlassian Platinum Marketplace Partner that provides Jira tools and add-ons for managing teams and organizing their workflows in the most productive way. We started our way in 2011 and since then have successfully launched three products: Activity Timeline, Find Duplicates and Email Notifications Digest. Our products are already used by 2000+ satisfied teams from Pinterest, Intel, Medtronic, KPMG and other companies around the world. TechTime Initiative Group Limited (https://www.techtime-initiative.com) TechTime Initiative Group, established in 2005, is a Gold Atlassian Solution Partner in New Zealand and Australia, and a Silver Atlassian Marketplace Partner with apps sold globally. TechTime provides Atlassian-specific consultancy to local customers from the government, financial, education, healthcare, and enterprise sectors. Based on the understanding gained through these services, it develops app-based solutions for Atlassian users globally to keep costs under control. --- For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-prague-presents-taking-back-control-in-atlassian/.

Join us as we get together for a CMG-favorite event, the OSCAR PARTY AND RED CARPET BASH at the Drexel Theatre! The highlight of the movie year live on the big screen always makes for a fun and memorable evening! Here are details for this event: WHAT TO EXPECT: This year’s ceremony will be hosted once again by Conan O’Brien. In addition to the Oscars on the big screen, your ticket includes a Meal Deal from the Drexel’s new food partner Newfangled Kitchen (I’m checking on vegetarian/vegan options) along with unlimited popcorn and sodas, a free box of candy, and your first beer, wine or specialty drink on the house! Also included: Oscar-themed trivia with prizes from local businesses, on-site paparazzi, and the Drexel's Oscar ballot contest with a chance to win a year of free Drexel movies! Plus, the BEST and most FUN way to watch the Oscars with fellow film fans and your CMG friends! ADVANCE TICKETS: General public tickets are $45 but Movie Group Members and their guests get in for just $35! Here’s how to purchase your tickets: \* Option 1 – In Person: You can purchase at the ticket counter anytime during operating hours. Just mention you are with the Columbus Movie Group for the discounted rate. \* Option 2 – Online: If you prefer to purchase online, you can do so by going to the link below and following these instructions: 1. Click the link below. 2. Click the little TICKETS box then click BUY TICKETS. 3. If you are a Drexel Member, you can log in here to receive the Member/Group rate, which is the same. If you are not a Drexel member, click “No” and the $40 Rate will pop up. But, don’t fret. It’s a little hard to find but there’s a “Promotion Code” section on the screen. Click the “Know a Promotion Code?” box, enter “CMG2026” (case sensitive) and submit. Select the appropriate number of tickets in the Discount Rate section and click “Add.” Next “Proceed to Checkout” then “Checkout” and enter your credit card info. There’s a $1.50 online service fee but it’ll save you a trip to the Drexel. (If you don’t already have one, you will need to sign in or create an account first.) Sellout possible so please purchase yours as soon as possible in advance! LINK FOR TICKETS (See Above Instructions): https://prod1.agileticketing.net/websales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=373546\~e2e0a350-c626-4e33-bc63-27e983f4aecf&epguid=ab0b2f82-403c-4972-9998-5475e7dcfa0e&mdy=3/15/2026& DRESS: Dressing up for the occasion art of part of the fun! Dress up as much as you like – there will be everything from casual to formal at the event! Or you can go in character as one of this year’s nominated films! ARRIVAL: Doors open for CMG at 5:30pm so that’s when we’ll plan to meet! That’ll give us plenty of time to fill out our Oscar Ballots, pick up some free popcorn, candy, and something to drink, mix, mingle, take some photos, pick up your Newfangled Kitchen Meal Deal, grab a seat in our CMG Reserved Section, then settle in to enjoy the Academy Awards on the Big Screen! PICTURES: We’ll take pics throughout the evening and the Drexel Paparazzi will be on hand as well. We’ll also take a big group photo around 6:40 near the entrance before the show begins. If you happen to take some good shots yourself, be sure to upload them on the Oscar Party Meetup event! RESERVED SEATING: As you enter the theater, the roped off section to the right marked “Reserved” is reserved for you, your guest(s) and the Columbus Movie Group! VEGAN MEALS: As previously mentioned, the food vendor does NOT have a vegan option at this year’s Oscar Party. However, we DO have a solution! I have reached out to several individuals who are affected. If you are a vegan, plan to attend the Oscar Party and did not receive an e-mail from me, please reach out via private message post a note below. I’ll provide details off-line. And while there won’t be a vegan meal option this year, I think we do have a workable solution. And, all other plans are usiness-as-usual: popcorn, sodas, candy, on-site paparazzi, decorations, bar drinks (including your first drink on the house), the Drexel’s Annual Oscar ballot contest, along with the Big Show on the Big Screen and a fun group of Movie Group friends to watch ‘em with! BONUS LINKS: \* COMPLETE LIST OF NOMINEES: https://deadline.com/lists/2026-oscar-nominations-list/ \* INTERESTING ARTICLE ON RECORDS BROKEN, SUPRISING FACTS AND OSCAR FIRSTS: https://abc7.com/post/oscar-nominations-2026-surprising-facts-nominees-98th-oscars/18448908/ \* SHORT VIDEO MONTAGE OF THIS YEAR’S BEST PICTURE NOMINEES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3abMnrsaUA \* FUN VIDEO OF OSCAR NOMINEES HEARING THEIR NOMINATIONS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6eY1yGQ2aU PARKING: Parking is available along Main Street in front of the theater, on Drexel Avenue, and other nearby side streets. Additional parking is available at the Bexley Municipal Parking Lot (two driveways west of the theatre). LINK: Should be a fun & festive evening and a terrific way to celebrate a great year of movies together! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Our March speakers are Molly Gaines and Zack Parrish, co-organizers of the Secular Education Association: They will share their story of how a small group of Ohio parents grew into a national organization tracking released-time religious instruction and other church–state issues in public schools. The presentation will cover SEA’s early wins and hard lessons, what we’re seeing nationally right now, and how local advocates can play a meaningful role in protecting public education. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the landscape — and practical ways to get involved. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

ATTIRE : GREEN Feel the luck of the leprechaun this upcoming Latin City Wednesday. Wear you GREEN or you get pinched 😉. Charming you with the best selection of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and Cha Cha Chá that you can muster. Feel free to bring your own enticing drinks as well. ********************************* Viva Dance Columbus (2809 Festival Lane Dublin, OH 43017) 830pm-930pm Casino Style Salsa Lessons 930pm-Midnight Open Latin Dance Party $15 With the Lesson $10 Open Dance Party Only ********************************** Free Parking, No Need to Bring a dance partner, No Sandals Please and Plenty of Space to Move on the Dance Floor.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

Free at Bexley Library Adventures in Ecological Horticulture with Rebecca McMackin Wednesday, March 18 1:00pm - 2:30pm Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens. Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically. Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden. She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity School’s Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY. Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches. She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPA’s Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.