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**Beer, Pizza and AIoT Meetup (**[5plus2.de](http://5plus2.de) and [botcraft.de](botcraft.de)) AGENDA 18:30-19:00: Pizza and Beer (other drinks available) 19:00-19:30: Ashley Gibbons ([5plus2.de](http://5plus2.de)) - Product‑Led Marketing for AI and IoT 19:30-20:00: Daniel Carton ([botcraft.de](botcraft.de)) - Dark Factories: How Industry 4.0 comes alive with Agentic Automation 20:00-21:00: Networking Look forward to seeing you all there. Due to limited capacity, we reserve the right to restrict admission. Pizza, beer and seats first come first serve! :)

Während dieses viertägigen Retreats tauchen wir tief in die Praxis der Achtsamkeit ein und geben uns selbst den Raum, im Stillwerden zu erfahren, was wirklich wesentlich ist. Im Herzen der Stille entsteht ein Ort innerer Sammlung, wo Klarheit, Mitgefühl und Gelassenheit wachsen können. Ein Raum, um mit dem was ist, in Kontakt zu kommen und Schritt für Schritt mit sich selbst Freundschaft zu schliessen. Durch stille und geführte Meditationen, achtsame Körperübungen, sanftes Yoga und Impulse aus dem MBSR-Programm entsteht ein geschützter Rahmen, in dem Du Deine innere Präsenz stärken, Stress abbauen und mehr Bewusstheit entwickeln und Dich neu mit Ruhe, Vertrauen und Lebendigkeit verbinden kannst. Zeit für Dyaden, achtsames Gehen in der Natur, inspirierende Impulse/Vorträge und wohltuende, pflanzliche Mahlzeiten tragen dazu bei, dass Achtsamkeit nicht nur als Praxis, sondern als Haltung erfahrbar wird. Das Retreat findet im Schweigen statt, ausser bei geleitetem Austausch oder geführten Dyaden. Während dem Mittagessen am Donnerstag ist das Sprechen noch gestattet und auch wieder beim letzten Mittagessen am Sonntag. Etwas Achtsamkeits- und Meditationserfahrung sind erwünscht. Dieses Retreat ist für Dich, wenn Du... ...Deine Achtsamkeit vertiefen und lernen möchtest, mit dem was ist, in liebevollem Kontakt zu bleiben ...den Wunsch hast, mit Dir selbst Freundschaft zu schliessen und mehr Gelassenheit und Klarheit in Dein Leben einzuladen ...Dich nach innerer Stille sehnst, um Abstand von kreisenden Gedanken zu gewinnen und Deine Präsenz zu stärken ...Dir eine Auszeit in der Natur gönnen möchtest – in einem heimeligen Retreat-Hotel, veganem Essen und achtsamer Gemeinschaft Programm, Inhalte \- Geführte und stille Achtsamkeitsmeditationen: Sitzmeditation\, Bergmeditation\, Metta\-Meditation\, 3\-Schritte\-Atemraum \- Körperorientierte Achtsamkeitsübungen: Bodyscan\, achtsames Yoga\, Gehmeditation \- Impulse aus dem MBSR\-Programm: alltagsnahe Anregungen für einen achtsamen Umgang mit Gedanken\, Gefühlen und Stress \- Dyaden und achtsamer Austausch: Räume für vertiefende Selbsterfahrung und gemeinsames Lernen in der Stille \- Zeiten in der Natur: achtsames Gehen\, Schweigen und die Umgebung bewusst wahrnehmen Alle Infos zum Retreat: https://rebekkathommen.ch/achtsamkeitsretreat/ Preis Retreat: CHF 666 Hotelkosten pro Person pro Nacht inkl. vegane Vollpension: \- Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 180 \- Kleines Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 175 \- Kleines Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 219 \- Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 229 \- Doppelzimmer\* Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 160 \- Doppelzimmer\* Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 198 \* Du kannst gerne mit einer/einem Teilnehmenden/Teilnehmerin des gleichen Geschlechts ein Doppelzimmer mit getrennten Betten teilen. Dazu kommt eine CHF 69 Anreisepauschale (weil das Retreat schon DO Vormittag beginnt) plus CHF 2.10 Kurtaxe pro Nacht. Bitte reserviere Dein Zimmer nach der Anmeldung direkt beim Hotel Idyll (info@idyll-gais.ch). Du kannst Dich über den Anmeldebutton bereits unverbindlich dafür registrieren und ich informiere mich, sobald diese Durchführungen offiziell buchbar sind. Alternativ kannst Du auch an einem meiner anderen Retreats, dem "Selbstliebe-Retreat" (https://rebekkathommen.ch/selbstliebe) oder dem "Innere-Freiheit-Retreat" (https://rebekkathommen.ch/innerefreiheit/) teilnehmen. Falls wir uns noch nicht kennen, melde Dich gerne vorab telefonisch unter +41764360067. So können wir offene Fragen klären und prüfen, ob es passt. Anmeldung und Bezahlung: Nach Deiner Anmeldung stelle ich Dir die Zahlungsangaben zu - die Retreat-Gebühr ist innerhalb von 2 Tagen nach Anmeldung zu begleichen (die Buchung fürs Hotel nimmst Du separat vor).

**Verschoben: Neues Datum 21.05.2026** Am nächsten UX-Meetup in Chur zeigt Caroline M. dos Santos, welche Wirkung Designentscheidungen haben können. «Gute Absichten reichen nicht aus, wenn Interfaces unbewusst Verhalten steuern, Aufmerksamkeit binden oder sogar negative Auswirkungen auf das Wohlbefinden haben. Wie können wir digitale Produkte so gestalten, dass sie nicht nur funktionieren, sondern auch verantwortungsvoll, nachhaltig und nutzerzentriert sind? Und was bedeutet es, wirklich für Menschen zu designen statt nur für Klicks und Effizienz?» Der Vortrag zeigt anhand konkreter Beispiele, wie Design unser Verhalten beeinflusst und welche Prinzipien dabei helfen, bessere, ethischere Interfaces zu gestalten. **Achtung - Neues Datum, neue Location und angepasster Ablauf: Wir starten am 21.05. um 17:30Uhr mit einem Apéro auf der Dachterrasse, FHGR Standort B (Ringstrasse 34, 3. Stock) und geniessen die Aussicht auf die Berge. Der Vortrag beginnt um ca. 18:00Uhr.** Hinweis: der Vortrag wird auf Englisch gehalten.

**Ciao AWS User Group Padova!** Ci vediamo giovedì 21 maggio per un workshop dedicato a Kiro, l’IDE agentico nell’ecosistema AWS. Una sessione pensata per esplorare il suo utilizzo nel flusso di sviluppo, dai concetti di base fino ad arrivare a esempi pratici di spec-driven development, con l’obiettivo di comprendere come questo strumento possa supportare le attività quotidiane, dalla scrittura del codice fino alla gestione operativa in cloud. Sono previste una breve introduzione e la presentazione di alcune demo. **Vi aspettiamo dalle 18.45!** **(Anche online [QUI!](https://www.youtube.com/live/jvrdfE8J7YQ))** **AGENDA** 👋 **Benvenuti!** 👉 **Francesco Martini - AWS Sr. Technical Account Manager** Affianca i clienti nel costruire sistemi affidabili e sicuri, aiutandoli a semplificare le operations in cloud. Alla passione per la tecnologia unisce esperienza diretta nello sviluppo software. 👉 **Matteo Depascale - AWS Technical Account Manager** Supporta i clienti nella progettazione di architetture resilienti e sicure, con un focus particolare sulle tecnologie serverless e sull’intelligenza artificiale. 🍻🍕 🍕**Networking con aperitivo** 🍕🍕🍻 **Se parteciperai di persona** a Piazzola sul Brenta, **registrati qui su Meet Up**: un paio di birrette assicurate anche per te! Clicca **[QUI](https://www.youtube.com/live/jvrdfE8J7YQ)** per assistere online!

Das nächste UX Design Meetup findet bei Foryouandyourcustomers in Dornbirn statt. **Designen Agents unsere Zukunft?** \| [Marco Moosbrugger](https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-moosbrugger-ab79a0144/) (ai-development) Impuls und Diskussionsgrundlage darüber, was die KI-Entwicklung für Agenturen und Designer:innen aus Business-Perspektive bedeutet und welche Rolle Agenten aktuell spielen. **Im Sprint mit AI** \| [Sophie Pilz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-pilz-556981230/) (foryouandyourcustomers) Künstliche Intelligenz treibt uns durch den digitalen Raum - Neue Modelle und Tools verdichten unsere Arbeit und fordern neue Ansätze der (Zusammen)Arbeit – quasi täglich auf's Neue. Wir werfen einen Blick zurück auf die letzten Monate und zeigen am konkreten Beispiel einer Design-Sprint-Woche, wo AI uns beflügelt und wo sie uns konfrontiert. Eine Reflexion über neue Möglichkeiten und Werte und die Frage nach unserem Selbstverständnis als Gestalter:innen in einer Zeit, in der sich Rollenbilder verschieben. Während dem Event sorgt [Foryouandyourcustomers](https://foryouandyourcustomers.com) mit Getränken und Snacks für eine gemütliche Stimmung und gute Networking-Atmosphäre. Die Teilnahme am Meetup ist kostenlos.

Carissimi, proseguiamo il nostro viaggio per parlare di **#AWS** ! Ci troviamo in **#presenza GIOVEDì 21 maggio alle ore 19:00**. L'incontro si terrà presso il[ Coworking Mestre](https://www.coworkingmestre.it/), in via Torino 135, di fronte al NH Laguna Palace Hotel. E per chi non potesse raggiungerci, si terrà anche in **#streaming** su YouTube. La scaletta prevede due speech seguiti da discussione ciascuno. 🗣[Riccardo Marostica](https://www.linkedin.com/in/riccardo-marostica-bba072206/), ci parlerà delle sfide che ha affrontato nel passaggio da prototipo a sistema reale con Amazon **#Bedrock #AgentCore** ! A seguire 🗣 [Tommaso Dri](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommaso-dri/), ci racconterà come passare da un’infrastruttura statica a un modello dinamico **#PayAsYouGo** attraverso AWS **#CloudFormation** e **#Lambda** ! 👥 Poi ci sposteremo per \( 🍸 \| 🍺 \) & \( 🍕 \| 🍔 \) e **#networking** ! E come sempre, proponete[vi per] argomenti e/o location con il [Form Google](https://forms.gle/1JdE6YWPbo6phuLe8) o direttamente nel canale Telegram, o come speaker su [Sessionize](https://sessionize.com/aws-user-group-venezia/) !

**Das ist nur ein Platzhalter!** Für mehr Informationen und für die Registrierung verweisen wir auf die [VlbgWebDev Meetup Gruppe](https://www.meetup.com/de-DE/VlbgWebDev).

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month John Lairson will share a notebook describing the Alpaca (Paper) Trading API and discuss different algorithms for evaluating stock trades. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com

The Unity of Columbus Resource Group for the Homeless is seeking compassionate volunteers who would like to help serve and uplift members of our homeless community. This group is dedicated to sharing kindness, resources, and support with individuals who may be experiencing difficult circumstances. Anyone with a heart for service is welcome to join us as we work together to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Community members are also invited to contribute by bringing helpful items for those in need. Donations of items can be contributed at the meeting and will be distributed to assist members of the homeless community. Please consider joining us and sharing this opportunity with friends, family, or associates who may also wish to help. Learn more about Unity of Columbus at www.unityofcolumbus.org or call (614) 267-4959. Together we can extend compassion, dignity, and support to our community. 💛

ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio TBD Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!

This meetup is a beginner-friendly session introducing version control for Unity projects, with a look at three common tools: Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control. The goal is to help you understand what version control is, why it matters for Unity development, and what options are out there. The format will likely be presentation-style, with live demos and time for questions throughout. You'll see each tool in action and learn how they fit into a Unity workflow. What to Expect: * An introduction to version control and why it's essential for Unity projects * An overview of Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control * Demos of each tool in a Unity workflow * Tips for getting started * No prior version control experience required * Resources for continued learning All experience levels are welcome. Whether you're new to version control or already using one of these tools, this session will help you understand what each one offers. Food and drinks provided. Join us to learn more about version control options for Unity.

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

Join Voice Over Pros Of Ohio for an exciting morning of networking, and exploring opportunities in the world of voice acting. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for expanding your network, learning how to start a VO business, and for honing your skills. Connect with fellow voice actors and VO experts, that will help you succeed in your voice over business. This event will feature discussions on professional development, entrepreneurship in the voice over industry, with tips for navigating the world of voice acting. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from others, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and take your voice over career to the next level. Join us Saturday, May 30, from 10am - 12pm and learn how to start or grow your voice over business. Let your voice be heard! The $10 fee covers refreshments and door prizes.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.