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Let this be your rite of passage between the demands of your day and the space of your evening. 👉🏼 [Save your spot](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/groups/afterwork-ritual-yoga-for-nervous-system-reset-7440003416020011937.html) **A conscious transition from doing into being** from pressure, stimulation, and output into calm, clarity, and restoration. In a world that constantly activates the nervous system, the ability **to downregulate** is no longer a luxury - **it is essential**. This session is designed to guide you there. Through a refined blend of slow, intentional movement, breathwork, and deeply restorative practices, you will be gently led into a state where the body can truly let go. We will work with simple and effective techniques to: • regulate the nervous system • stimulate and tone the vagus nerve • release accumulated stress and tension • restore inner balance and coherence All practices are accessible and suitable for every body, no experience needed. 💫 What you’ll experience • A gradual shift from activation into deep relaxation • A sense of spaciousness in body and mind • Nervous system recalibration • A grounded, peaceful inner state 🌙 You’ll leave feeling • Clear and centered • Deeply relaxed • Reconnected to your body • Ready to move into your evening with more presence and balance 📍 Details 🗓 Every Thursday 🕕 18:00 – 19:15 📍 Yoga2Be Studio Rötelstrasse 32, 8006 Zürich 🌿 All levels welcome Arrive as you are. Leave in a different state. ✨ Offer yourself this transition - your nervous system will thank you. Spots are limited. Book yours here 👉🏼 https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/groups/afterwork-ritual-yoga-for-nervous-system-reset-7440003416020011937.html

📍 Da Raffaele, Zürich (5 min from HB) 🗓️ Thursday 7th May \| 🕖 18:30 – 21:00 🗣️ Language: English & Deutsch In one evening, you'll have structured, rotating conversations with professionals from across the Zürich area — guided by prompts to make sure it get's interesting. By the end of the night, you'll have met a couple interesting people and you will have eaten great pizza. The format: 1.⁠ ⁠Order your drink, get your prompt card 2.⁠ ⁠Structured speed rounds begin (4–5 min per pairing) 3.⁠ ⁠We have dinner No preparation needed. Just show up. Who this is for: Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Agile Coaches and practitioners Freelancers and consultants looking to grow their network Newcomers to the Zürich Agile scene Anyone curious about Agile, regardless of experience level If you've been meaning to grow your professional network in Zürich but never quite found the right setting — this is it. What you'll walk away with: A handful of real connections, conversations that went somewhere, and a broader foothold in one of Zürich's biggest professional communities. 🎟️ Spots are limited to 12 Organised by the Scrum User Group Zürich— part of the global Scrum Alliance network.

https://www.komoot.com/de-de/collection/2875816/-pizza-gravel-zurich Pizza Gravel Zurich plans social rides on mixed surface around Zurich. Enjoy a nice ride and pizza afterwards. Please check the Komoot Pizza Gravel Zuruch collection for the upcoming tour.

We all know that product work isn’t just about developing features. It’s about making product work sustainable - from keeping discovery alive over time to getting products launched without wasting too much energy on alignment, stakeholder management, and organisational friction. That’s often where product work starts to slip: discovery isn’t maintained, launches stall, and too much effort goes into managing the system instead of building the product. Join the **Product Academy** community at Westpark Zurich for an evening of raw insights, real-world failures, and proven frameworks from two industry experts. **Who is this for?** * The Strategist: PMs who want to use Opportunity Solution Trees (OST) to build the right thing faster. * The Change-Maker: PMs in large corporates are tired of "stalled" launches and stakeholder misalignment. * The Lifelong Learner: Anyone looking to network with the Zurich product community. **Limited spots available**. **The Lineup:** **Vivienne Clement (Product Owner @ Swiss Post)** * Talk: What happens when the Product is ready, but the Organisation isn't? * The Vibe: A deep dive into the "political" side of PMing. Learn how to manage stakeholder buy-in and overcome hidden resistance when **launching AI and B2B products** in large corporations. **John Huertas (Product Manager @ Swiss Re)** * Talk: Making Continuous Discovery & Opportunity Solution Trees Sustainable. * The Vibe: Move beyond theory. John shares lessons from a multi-year journey of experimentation to show how teams can bring more discipline to discovery, improve prioritisation, and make product decisions with greater confidence. **The details:** * 📅 When: May 7, 2026 * ⏰ Time: 18:30 CET * 📍 Where: Westpark Zurich Grab your seat and let’s level up your product game together!

Do you want to run regularly? Together in a group? Then run with us! #### **Every Thursday, 7pm at Lochergut, Zurich** We run about 7km and adjust the speed depending on the runners who join us. For us, running isn’t just about fitness and competition, it’s about community and connection. We believe that nobody should have to run alone, and that by running together, we can push each other to be stronger and more resilient. We look forward to welcoming you to the next run 🙌

An after-work plan that has it all: wine, people, music and that easy spring feeling. Whether you come solo or with friends, this is your space to meet other wine lovers, connect, and just have a really good time. Sip Happens @ Bridge is our new monthly wine night — kicking off at the new bar inside Bridge, a super cool spot with amazing vibes and a wine selection we’re currently obsessed with. And yes… a cozy outdoor setup for the sunny days ahead ☀️ Tickets from CHF25 Limmited spots: https://zurichwineclub.ch/event/sip-happens-bridge-spring-wines-edition/#tribe-tickets__tickets-form ## **🍷 What’s the plan?** **18:00 – 19:30 \| Wine Tasting** *(included in your ticket)* A guided tasting of 8 spring wines, led by wine experts and sommeliers. Fresh, vibrant wines that are just perfect for the season — and you’ll learn why. **From 19:30 \| Social Drinks** Once you’ve discovered your favorites… it’s time to enjoy them. We stay for more wine in a relaxed, social atmosphere — music on, glasses up. Go back to the wines you loved or explore something new, with 15% off bottles exclusively for our guests 🍷 ## **🍽️ Hungry?** That’s the beauty of Bridge — plenty of food options to explore. And our sommeliers will happily recommend the perfect dish to pair with your wine. Let’s make some nice sips happen🍷

Coders Monthly is a regular gathering of programmers in Zurich interested in honing their craft. It takes place in Zuerich at Cafe Bar Pluesch (https://cafe-pluesch.ch) on the first Thursday of every month. For the members list, some pics and more, see the Coders Only (https://codersonly.org/events/coders-monthly) site. Hope to see you there! PS: Please join our Discord https://discord.gg/jWUZsKQvrz for any last minute announcements.

We are excited to invite you to join our cyber security breakfast where we share our knowledge and experience in the constantly evolving field of cybersecurity.

**Wie du deine eigene Meditationspraxis aufbaust** Sonntag 10. Mai, 2026, 15:00-17:30Uhr, KMC Schweiz in ZH-Altstetten, Deutsch, 30CHF https://www.kadampa.ch/meditation-meistern/ Stell dir vor, du hättest eine Meditationspraxis, die dir wirklich gut tut – eine, die dir Ruhe schenkt, innere Stabilität aufbaut und dich im Alltag trägt. Genau dabei unterstützt dich dieser Kurs. Schritt für Schritt lernst du, wie du dir eine persönliche Meditationsroutine aufbaust: mit klaren Anleitungen, praktischen Übungen und Methoden, die du sofort anwenden kannst. **Du lernst:** * die wichtigsten Bausteine einer nachhaltigen, täglichen Meditationsroutine * wie du eine regelmäßige Meditationspraxis aufbaust und langfristig beibehältst * wie du Meditation fest in deinen Alltag integrierst – als stärkenden Begleiter für mehr Ruhe und innere Stabilität 18\. Januar Deutsch 01\. März Englisch 12\. April Deutsch 10\. Mai Deutsch 07\. Juni Englisch 23\. August Deutsch 20\. September Deutsch 18\. Oktober Englisch 06\. Dezember Deutsch

Join us on a thrilling Escape Room adventure! We only have 60 minutes to stop a missile launch and prevent nuclear war! **IMPORTANT: Limited space, only 5 [tickets](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/leisure-excursions/groups-games/zfg-escape-room-red-alert-7453886620548205344.html) available!** [Please buy your ticket in advance!](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/leisure-excursions/groups-games/zfg-escape-room-red-alert-7453886620548205344.html) *As a member of the intelligence service, you receive a message from one of your informants that sends shivers down your spine. A general from a neighboring country is planning nuclear strikes against three different countries.* *Your informant managed to get you access to the bunker from where the three nuclear strikes are to be launched. However, the bunker is already on red alert! You only have 60 minutes to stop the missile launches and prevent a nuclear catastrophe!* **Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the game start at 19:05**

„Echte Sicherheit entsteht nicht durch die Abwesenheit von Triggern, sondern durch die Fähigkeit, mit ihnen umzugehen.“ Häufig warten wir in intimen Situationen darauf, dass ein Raum „sicher genug“ ist, um uns zu öffnen. In diesem Workshop drehen wir die Perspektive um: Sicherheit ist kein passiver Zustand, sondern eine aktive, somatische Handlung. Wir laden dich ein, die Loyalität zu deinem eigenen Körper über das Ziel einer „perfekten“ Begegnung zu stellen. **Die Schwerpunkte von Modul 1:** Somatic Consent: Lerne, die Stimme deines Körpers als Navigationskompass zu nutzen. Wo sagst du „Ja“, um zu gefallen, obwohl dein System Schutz braucht? Containment & Intensität: Wie viel Lust, Scham oder Discomfort kannst du halten, ohne zu dissoziieren? Die 5%-Bedürfnis-Regel: Wir üben, Impulse in winzigen Dosen zu erfahren, damit dein Nervensystem „mitkommen“ kann, ohne geflutet zu werden. **Was dich erwartet:** Ein zweitägiger Forschungsraum mit Einzel- und Partnerübungen. Wir nutzen radikale Verlangsamung, um die Kapazität für dein eigenes Erleben zu erweitern. Als sex-positiver Lernraum sind Nacktheit und Berührung willkommen, aber immer basierend auf radikaler Freiwilligkeit. Datum: 9. – 10. Mai 2026 Zeit: Sa 10:00–20:00 | So 10:00–18:00 Ort: Oberdorfstrasse, Zürich Leitung: Michèle (Intuitive Wisdom) & Jasmin (Onda+Mare) Preis: 420 CHF (Early Bird 380 CHF bis 5. April) Voraussetzung: Offen für alle (Anfänger & Fortgeschrittene). **Wichtige Infos für die Events:** Radikale Freiwilligkeit: Du entscheidest in jedem Moment über dein Level an Beteiligung. Aktives Zuschauen oder Pausen sind jederzeit willkommen. Anmeldung: Die Zusage hier auf Meetup dient der Vernetzung. Eine verbindliche Anmeldung erfolgt über michele-brand.ch bzw. Onda+Mare. Bist du bereit, deine Intimität aus der Tiefe deines Körpers heraus neu zu definieren? Wir freuen uns auf dich!

Jeden Freitag 21:00 - 03:00h Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Cha-Cha-Cha, Son 4 Dance Floors Entry CHF 15.- (inkl. SalsaPractica) 370m2 Dancefloor / Lounge & Bar Türöffnung 21 Uhr 21.00 Uhr 1 Stunde SalsaPractica mit Tanzlehrer 22.00 Uhr Main Floor DJ 23.15 Uhr Bachata Floor DJ 23.15 Uhr Kizomba Floor DJ 23.15 Uhr Rueda de Casino Floor mit Animation SalsaPractica 21 - 22h Es ist keine Kursstunde, sondern gedacht, um Knöpfe zu lösen oder Figuren zu üben die noch nicht so ganz gelingen. Es wird langsame Musik abgespielt, perfekt um zu üben. Lehrer sind vor Ort zur Beratung und Einstufung. Die Salsa Practica ist nicht gratis, sondern ein Bestandteil von der Party und im Partyeintritt inbegriffen. Practica Lehrer erkennt man an speziellen T-Shirts oder ein Schlüsselanhängern. Geht gerne aktiv auf die Lehrer zu, wenn Hilfe gebraucht wird. Man kann auch einfach kommen zum selber üben. Rueda de Casino Dancefloor Rueda Liebhaber dürfen sich freuen! Auf diesem Dancefloor wird nur Rueda de Casino getanzt. Dies mit Animation durch Cantante mit aktuellen Salsas. Das Niveau wird angepasst an die Salseras und Salseros und die Figuren werden bei Bedarf erklärt und präzisiert. Lady -Tipps und Vertiefung der spanischen Begriffe gibts kostenlos dazu.

How about Ticino this Saturday!? From Intragna up the valley of the Isorno river all the way to the village of Auressio and then back down to Cavigliano. Alison has done a hike in this region before and recommends it as really worthwhile. ############################## OUTBOUND TRAVEL: * 07:20h: Meet under the «Blue Angel» * 07:33h: EC (direction Milano) Zürich HB to Bellinzona * 09:19h: S20 Bellinzona to Locarno * 09:51h: RE73 (direction Domodossola) Locarno FART station to Intragna * 10:08h: Arrival at Intragna & start of the hike HIKE DATA: * Duration: ca. 5¾ hrs * Distance: 14 km * Ascent/descent: 1'050m up / 1'100m down * Maximum altitude: 854m * Technical difficulty: SAC classification T3 (white-red) * Map: [https://schweizmobil.ch/en/tour/715761048](https://schweizmobil.ch/en/tour/715761048) LUNCH: * Bring a picnic * There is a very nice restaurant en-route. [https://ristorante-la-pergola.ch/en](https://ristorante-la-pergola.ch/en) We would only get there around 13:15h-ish. TBD is that is too late for lunch. To be seen. EQUIPMENT: * Everything that YOU deem necessary based on YOUR research & judgement RETURN TRAVEL: Target: * 17:50h: R70 Cavigliano to Locarno FART station * 18:15h: S20 Locarno to Bellinzona * 18:47h: EC Bellinzona to Zürich HB * 20:27h: Arrival back at Zürich HB Earlier option: * 16:50h: R70 Cavigliano to Locarno FART station * and so on (1 hour earlier) COST w/HALBTAX: Ticket cost CHF 71.- (w/HT) (If you also need to pay to get to Zürich HB, then the all-Switzerland daypass might break even!) Thereof: * Zürich HB to Intragna: CHF 35.50 (w/HT) * Cavigliano to Zürich HB: CHF 35.50 (w/HT) COST w/GA: * Fully covered PHOTO CREDIT: * Thomas Wenger * Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Auressio.jpg ############################## DISCLAIMER: This is NOT a guided tour. Instead, this is a get-together of individuals who themselves are responsible for their judgement, choices and actions. It is your own responsibility to prepare appropriately before the event: You need to understand what activity is foreseen, assess the difficulty, risks and dangers and the expected weather conditions. Furthermore, you need to assess the requirements regarding experience, capabilities and fitness condition, and judge if you personally have the necessary experience, capabilities and fitness level. You yourself also need to assure adequate preparation, equipment (boots, clothes, gear...) and insurance cover and do everything as if you were going by yourself. During the event it is also your own responsibility to apply your own judgement and to take considerate responsible decisions yourself, fully within your own responsibility and judgement. The event is entirely at your own risk. The organiser also does not warrant on the accuracy or completeness of the description above. The organiser just offers you to join one another and to go together, but holds no responsibility for anything, including injuries or death that might result directly or indirectly from this event.

Open Sharing Circle ✨ *** **Wichtig: Bitte sei pünktlich, damit der Austausch möglichst nicht gestört wird :)** 🌤️ Ort & Wetter Ob wir uns draussen oder drinnen treffen, entscheide ich am Samstag basierend aufs Wetter. Update kommt via Meetup + WhatsApp. ☀️ Outdoor (warm & sonnig): Bullingerhof. Bring eine Decke/Yogamatte, einen warmen Pulli und dein Lieblingsspiel wenn du eines hast. 🏠 Indoor (kalt oder Regen): 25hours Hotel Zürich West. Gemütlich drinnen – Nimm dein Lieblingsspiel mit, wenn du eines hast. _____________ Dieser Circle findet auf Deutsch statt. Wir kommen zusammen, um im Moment präsent zu sein und uns so zu zeigen, wie wir wirklich sind. Die Intention ist, in einem sicheren und vertrauensvollen Raum zu teilen — Gedanken, Emotionen, Ziele, Meinungen — alles, was sich für dich im Moment lebendig anfühlt. Niemand muss etwas teilen, und jede\*r ist willkommen. ⸻ Worum geht es? • Stärkung von Selbstwahrnehmung & Selbstvertrauen • Persönliches Wachstum • Aufbau tiefer Beziehungen & Vertrauen • Menschen auf einer echten, menschlichen Ebene kennenlernen • Sich frei fühlen, sich authentisch auszudrücken ⸻ Circle-Vereinbarungen Frei & freiwillig Du darfst alles teilen, was du möchtest — und musst nichts teilen. Sprich aus deiner eigenen Erfahrung Teile aus deiner persönlichen Perspektive: deine Erfahrungen, Gedanken, Gefühle und Wahrnehmungen. Der Raumhalter kann dich dabei sanft unterstützen, indem er als Zeichen eine Hand auf die Brust legt. Respekt & Vertraulichkeit Wir begegnen uns respektvoll und ohne zu urteilen. Was im Circle geteilt wird, bleibt im Circle. Rede-Objekt Nur die Person, die das Rede-Objekt hält, spricht. Verständnisfragen sind willkommen. Redezeit & Raum teilen Nimm dir Zeit beim Teilen und lass gleichzeitig Raum für andere. Ratschläge & Unterstützung Sprich für dich selbst und gib Ratschläge nur mit Einverständnis. Bitte frage ausdrücklich nach, wenn du Ratschläge oder Unterstützung möchtest. Trigger & Emotionen Jede\*r ist für die eigenen Gefühle und Themen selbst verantwortlich. Starke Emotionen (z. B. Weinen) sind willkommen und werden respektiert. Unterstützung wird nur angeboten, wenn sie gewünscht ist. Eigene Bedürfnisse Kümmere dich selbst um deine Bedürfnisse (WC, Essen usw.) und respektiere den Gruppenraum. Raumhalter Das Organisationsteam wählt Raumhalter, die den Ablauf des Circles unterstützen und darauf achten, dass die Vereinbarungen eingehalten werden. Der Circle kann bei Bedarf sanft unterbrochen werden. Fokusrunde Der Raumhalter kann intuitiv eine kurze Fokusrunde initiieren, wenn es unterstützend wirkt. Mobiltelefone Bitte schalte dein Handy auf lautlos und nutze es nur für Notizen, falls nötig. Zeit Dauer: ca. 3 Stunden. Du kannst jederzeit gehen, idealerweise während der Pausen (etwa alle 45 Minuten). Nach dem Circle gibt es Raum, um zu bleiben, sich zu verbinden oder weiter zu teilen, wenn du magst. Teilnahme CHF 5 Basisbeitrag + freiwillige Kollekte. Damit unterstützt ihr Organisation und ermöglicht es uns, den Sharing Circle möglichst vielen Menschen zugänglich zu machen. Bezahlung: Bar vor Ort oder per Twint an +41 79 123 16 74

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

Customer identity resolution becomes increasingly complex as organizations scale across multiple systems, regions, and data formats. Traditional rule-based approaches often fail to keep up with data variability, require constant manual tuning, and struggle with real-time processing needs. This session presents a practical approach to building a scalable identity resolution pipeline using AWS services and modern AI techniques. The architecture combines data ingestion through Amazon S3 and AWS Glue, transformation pipelines using Spark on EMR, and machine learning models deployed via SageMaker for entity matching and standardization. Graph-based relationship modeling is implemented using Amazon Neptune to improve resolution accuracy by incorporating household and shared attribute context. We will walk through how machine learning models can be used for name and address normalization, how intelligent blocking strategies improve matching efficiency, and how feedback loops can be introduced to continuously improve accuracy. The session also highlights how serverless components such as AWS Lambda can be used for orchestration and real-time processing. **SPEAKER BIO** Mosaic Syed is a Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions across global enterprise environments. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosaic-basha-syed-92300856 **CALL FOR SPEAKERS** Learn more: [https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/](https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/) **THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: [https://www.veeam.com/](https://www.veeam.com/) **DIRECTIONS** 8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH go to 4th floor. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant. *** Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'! Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life. Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio. Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision. Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge. Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia