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Join us for a fun evening of beer tasting and networking with fellow Budapest ex-pats at our next meetup event! Whether you're new in town or a long-time resident, this is the perfect opportunity to connect. Our event will feature a variety of local and international brews for you to sample and discuss, while enjoying great conversations. Don't miss out on the chance to make new friends and discover new favorite beers at Beer People at Lázár utca 7. Come raise a glass with us at the Ex-Pat & English Language Meetup!

**sip & journal 〜 *reflect*** (**May 27th**\, Wedneday 18:30 \| **Location:** Művház Kávézó) *Welcome to the* **unplugged club Budapest ✨** This evening we'll be journaling about **7 questions that will define your next 10 years**. You’ll have quiet, uninterrupted time to write and reflect. Afterwards, there will be space to share insights or reflections - completely optional. You can simply listen as well. **〜 What to expect** All you need to bring: ◦ A journal or notebook - no laptops, please ✎ A pen ☻ An open mind **〜 Schedule** 18:30 – Welcome, short introduction & journaling prompts 19:00 – 20:00 – Solo journaling time 20:00 – 21:00 – Optional sharing & informal conversation **〜 Notes** \- The event is free\, but please buy a beverage to support the venue\. \- We'll be sitting outside to enjoy the nice weather\. \- Come alone or bring a friend\. \- Please confirm your attendance on Meetup to save your spot\. We’re keeping the event small \- max 15 people\. **☻ Let's unplug for a few hours and turn inwards ☻**

WESTERN MIGRATION A Comedy Showcase by Akos & Tauseef A night of stand-up comedy about culture shocks, moving abroad, bad decisions, and surviving life in the West Featuring hilarious international comedians bringing fresh jokes and chaotic energy. at Bunkert Free Entry — donations are expected First come, first served

Haladó argentin tangó óra heti rendszerességgel januártól! Várunk szeretettel! **Időpont**: Szerda, 20:15 - 21:30 (első alkalom 2026-ban: **január 6.)** **Helyszín**: Shift Stúdió, Andrássy út 35., 2. em., 12-es kapucsengő **Oktatók** Serbán Andrea és Szeghalmi Endre Órarend: [https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/](https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/) ✦✦✦ Advanced Argentine tango class held on a **weekly basis**. **🕒 Time** Wednesday, 8:15–9:30 PM **📍 Location** Shift Studio, Andrássy út 35., 2nd floor **Teachers** Andrea Serban & Endre Szeghalmi Prices: [https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/)

Középhaladó argentin tangó óra heti rendszerességgel januártól! Várunk szeretettel! **Időpont**: Szerda, 19.00 - 20.15 (első alkalom 2026-ban: **január 6.)** **Helyszín**: Shift Stúdió, Andrássy út 35., 2. em., 12-es kapucsengő **Oktatók** Serbán Andrea és Szeghalmi Endre [További részletek és órarend](www.tangolibre.hu) ✦✦✦ Intermediate Argentine tango class held on a **weekly basis**. **🕒 Time** Wednesday, 7:00–8:15 PM **📍 Location** Shift Studio, Andrássy út 35., 2nd floor **Teachers** Andrea Serban & Endre Szeghalmi Prices: [https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/)

Ahead of the **[BA & Beyond 2026 Conference](https://ba-beyond.eu/events/2026-convergence/)**, join **[EPAM](https://www.epam.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=epam-branded&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1417497090&gbraid=0AAAAADHa0dIqc9UM3Ar0Z5AOKS3aPATMS&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2MbPBhCSARIsAP3jP9xuBv3KeQvxTsUM2kndebnl1WVakrADaTquJ8S5nshYKXIC_9OSHpMaAsIfEALw_wcB)** and the **International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)** for an exclusive in‑person pre‑event at EPAM’s Budapest Office. This free evening event brings together local and international business analysis professionals to explore the future of BA, share perspectives, and connect within the community—setting the tone for the conference ahead. **📅 Date:** May 27, 2026 (05:30 PM - 08:00 PM) **📍 Location:** EPAM Budapest Office ([Budapest, Bókay János str. 44-46, 1083](https://www.google.com/maps/place/EPAM+Systems/@47.4857881,19.0756114,18z/data=!4m10!1m2!2m1!1sEPAM+Systems!3m6!1s0x4741dda5d1de2fe1:0x8f6ce1be9b6d027d!8m2!3d47.485117!4d19.0792498!15sCgxFUEFNIFN5c3RlbXMiA4gBAVoOIgxlcGFtIHN5c3RlbXOSARBzb2Z0d2FyZV9jb21wYW55mgFEQ2k5RFFVbFJRVU52WkVOb2RIbGpSamx2VDIwMWJXTnRUbnBSYmxJeFZYcGplVTlYVGxSUk1YQnZZak5hYjFVeFJSQULgAQD6AQQIABAh!16s%2Fg%2F11h4ncs0dt?hl=hu&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQyNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)) **🎟️ Attendance:** Free, in‑person only, but **registration required** on the following **[LINK](https://wearecommunity.io/events/shaping-the-future-of-business-analysis-an-evening-with-epam-and-ba-and-beyond)**

🇬🇧 May isn’t just about Knowledge — it’s also time for another Hungarian ServiceNow Meetup! This time, we’ll gather at a brand-new venue hosted by our sponsor Accenture for an evening of talks, demos, and great conversations around all things ServiceNow. **Meetup Agenda:** * **5:00 PM - Check-In & Networking** Please arrive on time to allow us to check everyone in smoothly. Once checked in, take the opportunity to start connecting with fellow attendees and enjoy some casual networking before the event begins. * **5:30 PM - Welcome & Opening Remarks** We’ll kick off the meetup with a brief introduction, outlining the evening’s schedule and what you can expect. * **5:30-7:30 PM - Featured Presentations:** * Fluent & AI - *A working app in hours with Now SDK and Claude Code* by Gabor Bese and Antal Pettermann * User-experience journey with AI evolution by Csilla Hajszter * Declarative Actions in Australia by Bulcsu Boros * **7:30 PM - Open Networking** After the presentation, stay for open networking. This is your chance to connect with other attendees, discuss ideas, and build professional relationships. * **8:45 PM - Event Close** The meetup officially concludes at 8:45 PM Drinks and snacks will be provided. Due to venue regulations, we will unfortunately **not be able** to serve alcoholic beverages at the event, so please **do not bring** alcohol to the venue either. See you there! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🇭🇺 Csatlakozzatok 2026 második magyar ServiceNow Meetupjához! Május nemcsak a Knowledge-ról szól, hanem egy újabb közös ServiceNow estéről is. Ezúttal egy új helyszínen várunk benneteket támogatónknak, az Accenture-nek köszönhetően, ahol előadásokkal, demókkal és kötetlen szakmai beszélgetésekkel készülünk mindenről, ami ServiceNow. A részletes program még alakul, de a megszokott témákra most is számíthattok: technikai deep dive-ok, platformújdonságok és beszélgetések arról, mi történik éppen a ServiceNow világában. Legyen szó fejlesztésről, üzemeltetésről vagy akár az első lépésekről a platformon, mindenki találhat majd érdekes témát az este során. Italokkal és harapnivalókkal készülünk. Témák: * Fluent & AI – működő alkalmazás órák alatt a Now SDK és a Claude Code segítségével - Bese Gábor és Pettermann Antal * Felhasználói élmény fejlődése az AI evolúcióján keresztül - Hajszter Csilla * Declarative Action-ök az Australia verzióban - Boros Bulcsú A helyszín szabályai miatt alkoholos italokat most **nem tudunk biztosítani**, ezért kérünk benneteket, hogy **alkoholt** **se hozzatok** magatokkal. Találkozunk ott!

**‼️REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - LIMITED SPOTS‼️** ‼️Those who attended our previous introductory session are not required to fill out the form again; however, please confirm your attendance via email (reriseofanationar@gmail.com), no later than 2 days before the session date.\*\* ‼️Please also make sure you have the handouts we shared last time, as we will continue working on them in our next session. So if you would like to receive a copy, please let us know via email; reriseofanationar@gmail.com 🥬Discover Arabic — Session 3 After a wonderful first session filled with language, a bit of culture, and great conversations, we are excited to continue our Arabic journey together! Whether you joined us previously or would like to join for the first time, you are warmly welcome to our second beginner-friendly Arabic session as part of our biweekly Arabic meetups. 📅SATURDAY , May 30 ⏰11:00 AM - 1:00 PM ⭐In this session, we will: • Refresh key greetings and introductions • Practice speaking and simple conversations • Continue exploring Arabic letters and sounds • Learn new vocabulary and expressions • Discover more cultural aspects of the Arabic-speaking world ✨No prior knowledge is required, and newcomers are always welcome! ✨Join us as we continue building our Arabic skills step by step in a friendly and interactive environment **Registration required (form below).** [Discover Arabic with RON Family! — Bi-weekly Session for Non-Arabic Speakers](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSft8e_dNM-W9uKOKdO3_2h3a0MFY5jlILegUFoSR5z5j1HFQQ/viewform)

Tickets: [https://cooltix.hu/event/6a102a22638cc678319f3481](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcooltix.hu%2Fevent%2F6a102a22638cc678319f3481%3Futm_id%3D97758_v0_s00_e226_tv4_tp1_a1den1nl6nk62p%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExV2E0c1BmVERvZHR5dzVacnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7C_1Yk1O5IfY1AEar8tfAEsNoKzWLhv8Pj1IyOAU1SWK7ko4qVZEtCTVBJYg_aem_-r4l5VsE7O8ahlYm4Jheow&h=AUB51CEduQ33ibdHFl45qRzuC6SwEEDQBJGdKlgLRoio8fxQPt5sIWFfxhXOtEfws7-syzfPqOJDMIefpFXAEiB_U93s2vzVrYpfrOY1ODaEYeh6FThiMHDtiAp9HT0twRFbxmhvpOKBofUl-XmIxDceCCpN21iD&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUAT15ZaP15Ui2G5n1ryxraTCpNrYp6qlUetOAszUpQCQE7jx9RFNTl6-UNRbuOVTNPFiMuV7T6uPpi9uCHFs2pefZ5DX5m662amF6bSfU8234rnI3LS8KQKbt-MGLvhUWRTCiS-3NNAdmlH4QSdjPLJc8QLGgLYiSA) Hot Paprika Presents: FRIENDS Pub Quiz Could this \*be\* any more exciting? Date: 29th May \| Time: 8 PM \| Venue: Jo&Joe Budapest Think you know your pivot from your moo point? Your Unagi from your Holiday Armadillo? Join us for a hilarious night of FRIENDS trivia—where only the ultimate Central Perk superfans will take home the title of Quiz Champion! What to Expect: Apartment 20–Level Trivia – From Ross’s divorces to Joey’s acting career and Chandler’s sarcasm, test your knowledge across all ten iconic seasons Smelly Cat–Approved Prizes – Drinks, discounts, and more for the top-performing trivia lobsters All Teams Welcome – Come solo or bring your Monica-level competitive friends. No team? No problem—we’ll match you up faster than Rachel and Ross got back together Tickets: General Admission: 2500 HUF On the Spot: 2500 HUF After purchasing, we’ll reach out via email (not via the giant poking device) for your team name and other details. So grab your friends, practice your clap-clap-clap, and get ready for a night of laughs, nostalgia, and trivia tougher than carrying a couch up the stairs. PIVOT your plans—it’s quiz night!

Join us this Sunday for a relaxed afternoon of good company, board games, and delicious food at Margaret Island! For this meetup, we’ll be sharing not only conversation and games, but also a little taste of home. If you can, bring a snack, dessert, or homemade dish from your country — whether it’s something traditional, nostalgic, sweet, savory, store-bought, or baked by you. It’s the perfect chance to discover new foods, cultures, and stories while enjoying the warm weather together on Margit-sziget. As always, everyone is welcome regardless of their Hungarian level. We’ll have a variety of board games and group activities ranging from complete beginner-friendly games to more advanced conversation games, so you can comfortably join in whether you’ve just started learning Hungarian or already speak confidently. If you’d like to join but feel a bit nervous about coming alone, feel free to message us—we’re happy to meet up with you before the event starts. That said, most of our participants come on their own, so you definitely won’t be the only one :) Meeting point: Margit sziget, Dr. Rakovszky Iván emlékműve (close to the music fountain) [https://share.google/nRvo4vdV9cnQPM5uG](https://share.google/nRvo4vdV9cnQPM5uG?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdlpaWFVRRkhuMHVUeDZ3U3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4TaJvusIzChmQCYSysCNzGu6nlj7wIW_v-Hw1i-paAiJVkgQNM6tWeNkv04g_aem_uwk4fzcnt66LuI22niLUsw) Time & date: 31 May, 1pm You can buy your ticket to the event here: [https://cooltix.hu/event/6a13fd905f585485f1481c2e](https://cooltix.hu/event/6a13fd905f585485f1481c2e?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e227_tv4_tp1_a1den5ew236onr&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdlpaWFVRRkhuMHVUeDZ3U3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4oDqQ_6nzB4xec2-qvQeF6G82I2OE2_cJIftjD3dVj2q2dbvgbIakWC8Ku-Q_aem_MUjzM-NnP0N_NDll7BLl_A)

A terület egyszerre szól elektronikáról, rádiófrekvenciás technikáról, antennákról, analóg és digitális kommunikációról és kísérletezésről – ezért sok ponton kapcsolódik az etikus hackelés világához is. Az előadásban szó lesz a vezeték nélküli kommunikáció alapjairól: modulációkról, protokollokról, digitális módokról, elérhető ingyenes szoftverekről, valamint arról, hogyan is vágjunk bele a rádiózásba és egy RF szignál azonosításába. Mindezt olcsón beszerezhető eszközök használatával. Az előadás végére remélhetőleg felismerésre kerül, hogy a rádiózás etikus hacker szemmel kiváló terep RF-biztonsági kutatásokhoz, SDR-es elemzésekhez és legális, kontrollált kísérletezéshez. Az előadásra hozunk egy csomó RF-fel működő kütyüt, ha van otthon elfekvőben régi kocsikulcs, távnyitó, elemes távirányítható játék, Flipper Zero vagy hasonló, hozd el és nézzük meg, mit tudunk kezdeni velük.

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CrJ7hXrYgckCM0f1D4kRUZ)] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

Please sign up in advance! Hot Paprika Presents: Budapest’s Best Pub Quiz! Sign Up: https://forms.gle/CouTc9QdmoPqEkRp8 Join us for the Hot Paprika Pub Quiz at Bunkert, kicking off at 8 PM! This isn’t your average trivia night—it's hosted by comedians, so expect uncomfortable laughs, unexpected twists, and an unforgettable time! What to Expect: Diverse Topics – From pop culture to history, no subject is off-limits! Comedian Hosts – The hilarious Tauseef Parvez will keep you entertained. Big Prizes – Weekly winners score free comedy show tickets & bar discounts . Donation-Based – Come, play, and support the show however you can! Gather your team, sharpen your wits, and let’s make trivia night legendary! Register now and don’t miss out!

Hello everyone, Welcome to the Monthly Book Club — the discussion edition of the Budapest Silent Book Club for those who enjoy reading the same book and sharing thoughts together. This May, we’ll be reading *Why Nations Fail* by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson. The book explores the monumental question of why some nations are wealthy while others remain locked in poverty, diving deep into the powerful role that political and economic institutions play in shaping a country's destiny. It’s a thought-provoking, sweeping read that opens the door to deep conversations about history, economics, power, and the structures that govern our societies. 🕕 **Time:** 18:00–20:00 – Group discussion about the book (no silent reading hour this time) 📍 **Location**: Lumen (we will be outside in the backyard garden). I’ll bring a few discussion prompts, but everyone’s thoughts are welcome. Whether you loved the book, found it heavily debatable, or didn’t quite manage to finish — you’re invited. This month's book was the winning choice voted by you! If you want to have your say on what we read next, make sure to join the poll in our Goodreads group. **Follow us:** 📌 **[Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)**[ ](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)(monthly book club voting) 📌 **[Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/people/Budapest-Silent-Book-Club/61567388151835)** (previous books read in sessions)

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry. This is a ticketed event please register here: https://www.qaorthehwy.com/ Featured Keynote Speakers: **Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\. **Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

[Columbus library link to book](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3351321) Location: The Goat River South 219 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215 Street parking is free on Sundays [Menu](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/686d3ed16745133042482c5f/t/68ff654dbb03b96875430bde/1761568077220/all_brunch-20250311.pdf) Book summary: On a hot day in Bethlehem, a twelve-year-old Palestinian-American girl is yelled at by a group of men outside the Church of the Nativity. She has exposed her legs in a biblical city, an act they deem forbidden, and their judgement will echo on through her adolescence. When our narrator finally admits to her mother that she is queer, her mother's response only intensifies a sense of shame: 'You exist too much,' she tells her daughter. Told in vignettes that flash between the U.S. and the Middle East--from New York to Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine--Zaina Arafat's debut novel traces her protagonist's progress from blushing teen to sought-after DJ and aspiring writer.