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**Women in AI Austria - Carinthia Meet up -Afterwork Edition** **Come, connect, learn, and get inspired.** Join us for a relaxed evening of **AI discussions and great conversations** at Uniwirt in Klagenfurt. Whether you are an experienced professional, a newcomer to the field, or simply curious about AI– we are very happy to welcome you! Let’s enjoy a great Afterwork. **When:** **May 23rd** \| Doors open at 6 PM **Where:** Uniwirt, Nautilusweg 11, 9020 Klagenfurt am Wörthersee **What to expect:** * Get to know WAI Austria and members * Versatile discussions about AI, new technologies, and everything you are interested in :) * Great people and delicious food (**SELF PAYMENT** :) ) **We are very excited to meet you but** **please only register if you plan to come.**

**For players with level low advanced level or higher only.** In case of poor weather (rain, burning sun), I have also booked an indoor court as backup **Price** * 20 € for 2 hours * I use the money to cover the costs for the court, balls and rackets. * You can pay via Revolut, PayPal, instant Bank Transfer or Cash. I prefer transfer over cash. **Equipment** * I provide balls (usually Bullpadel Next) * If you need a racket, you can rent it from me for 2 € (limited number available). You can also rent a racket from the venue for 4 € **Cancellation** * Please cancel at least 10h before the event, to give people on the wait list the chance to jump in. Otherwise a late cancellation fee of 10 € must be paid. * Cancel at least 26h before the event in case the wait list is empty. Otherwise a late cancellation fee will be charged * Late Cancellation fees will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières (Ärzte ohne Grenzen). * I understand that sometimes unexpected things can come up. However, not showing up and failing to let me know is considered disrespectful and goes against the community spirit. People doing uncommented no-shows have to pay the full event fee. **Important** * Playing competitive is allowed (Smashing balls, hitting balls close to opponent player etc.) * We still value fair play and sportsmanship. * Having fun together is way more important as winning. **Other information** * We are respectful and warm with each other. Our cultural and professional background is diverse * The host or regular players can ask misbehaving players to step out from the court * The venue has changing rooms and showers free of charge (for the lockers you have to bring your own padlock) * If you have questions, you can send me a message any time. I speak german too.

Every Tuesday, 13:00 – 18:00 Looking for a little extra motivation to tackle your to-do list? Join us for our weekly Body Doubling event at Villa Vida! What is Body Doubling? Body doubling is a productivity technique where simply working alongside others helps you stay focused, accountable, and motivated. Whether you’re studying, working remotely, or just need a space to concentrate, being around others who are also focused can make a difference. What to Expect: A relaxed, supportive environment for getting things done Quiet spaces for deep work and focus Free WiFi throughout the cafe Bring your laptop, notebooks, or anything else you need to stay on track. Drop in anytime from 13:00-18:00 – we’re here every Tuesday to keep you in good company and good spirits while you work. See you there!  *** Jeden Dienstag, 13:00 – 18:00 Brauchst du ein bisschen extra Motivation, um deine To-Do-Liste abzuarbeiten? Dann komm zu unserem wöchentlichen Body-Doubling-Event bei Villa Vida! Was ist Body Doubling? Body Doubling ist eine Produktivitätstechnik, bei der die Anwesenheit anderer dir hilft, fokussiert, motiviert und bei der Sache zu bleiben. Ob beim Lernen, Arbeiten im Homeoffice oder anderen Aufgaben – das Arbeiten neben Gleichgesinnten kann einen echten Unterschied machen. Was dich erwartet: Eine entspannte, unterstützende Atmosphäre zum konzentrierten Arbeiten Ruhige Bereiche für tiefe Konzentration Kostenloses WLAN im gesamten Café Bringe deinen Laptop, deine Notizen oder alles andere mit, was du brauchst, um produktiv zu sein. Komm jederzeit zwischen 13:00 und 18:00 Uhr vorbei – wir sind jeden Dienstag hier, um dir Gesellschaft und positive Energie zu bieten. Bis bald! 

Willkommen bei *"Build & Connect"*, dem Treffpunkt für Selbstständige und alle, die es werden wollen – organisiert von Gründerio. English description below. Dieses kostenfreie Event richtet sich an Menschen, die selbstständig sind und ihre Reise mit neuen Perspektiven, wertvollen Kontakten und spannenden Insights bereichern möchten. Natürlich sind auch alle willkommen, die sich noch in der Planungsphase ihrer Selbstständigkeit befinden! **Das erwartet dich bei unserem Meetup:** 🌟 **Expertentalk von Jule Wilhelm (Gründerin fundraising fempire)** Wann macht Funding Sinn und wann nicht? Bootstrapping vs. Fremdkapital Funding gilt oft als das ultimative Ziel für Startups, dabei ist Kapital kein Erfolgssiegel, sondern ein Werkzeug. In diesem Impulsvortrag geht es darum, wann externe Finanzierung wirklich sinnvoll ist, wann Bootstrapping die stärkere Strategie sein kann und welche typischen Denkfehler Gründer:innen bei dem Thema machen. 🤝 **Austausch auf Augenhöhe:** In einer entspannten Atmosphäre kannst du dich mit Gleichgesinnten vernetzen, Ideen austauschen und von den Erfahrungen anderer profitieren. 🍹 **Gechillte Atmosphäre:** Uns ist wichtig, dass du dich wohlfühlst und Spaß hast. Wenn sich daraus ein neuer Geschäftskontakt oder eine Zusammenarbeit entwickelt – umso besser! 🚀 **Unser Ziel:** Wir möchten dir nicht nur die Möglichkeit bieten, neue Leute kennenzulernen und echte Verbindungen zu schaffen, sondern dir auch praktische Werkzeuge an die Hand geben, die deinen unternehmerischen Alltag erleichtern und dein Business optimieren. Wir freuen uns darauf, dich bei unserem nächsten Treffen in Wien willkommen zu heißen. Lass uns zusammen lernen, wachsen und die Reise als Selbstständige gestalten. **Follow us!** [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/82057598/admin/dashboard/) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gruenderio/?next=%2F) \| [Whatsapp-Gruppe](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kyi26Bl7v8S6MwZb5VJNmT) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Welcome to *"Build & Connect"*, the meet-up for entrepreneurs and everyone aspiring to become one – hosted by Gründerio. This free event is tailored for self-employed individuals looking to enrich their journey with fresh perspectives, valuable connections, and inspiring insights. Of course, those still in the planning stages of self-employment are also warmly invited! Here’s what awaits you at our meet-up: 🌟 **Expert Talk - Jule Wilhelm (Fundraising Fempire)** When Does Funding Make Sense, and When Doesn't It? Bootstrapping vs. External Funding Funding is often seen as the ultimate goal for startups, but capital isn't a guarantee of success—it's a tool. This keynote talk explores when external funding truly makes sense, when bootstrapping might be the better strategy, and what common mistakes founders make when considering this topic. 🤝 **Exchange:** Connect with like-minded people in a relaxed atmosphere, exchange ideas, and learn from the experiences of others. 🍹 **Chilled Atmosphere:** We want you to feel comfortable and enjoy yourself. If this leads to a new business connection or collaboration – even better! 🚀 **Our Goal:** Not only do we aim to help you meet new people and build meaningful connections, but we also want to provide you with practical tools to simplify your entrepreneurial journey and optimize your business. We’re excited to welcome you to our next event in Vienna. Let’s learn, grow, and shape the journey of self-employment together. **Follow us!** [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/82057598/admin/dashboard/) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gruenderio/?next=%2F) \| [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kyi26Bl7v8S6MwZb5VJNmT) **Disclaimer:** This event will be recorded with photo, video, and audio material. By attending, you consent to the use of this material, including for later promotional purposes. By reserving your ticket, you agree to being contacted by Gründerio.

Dear Flutternauts, What an amazing time for a meetup before we go into our summer break. Use this chance and join us now, because the next meetup is quite a few days away. We also do have a few special surprises like Swag, reduced and even free Conference tickets! And this is just the start, because there are 2 amazing talks lined up again for all of you! **+++++++++++++++ LOCATION & SPONSOR ++++++++++++++++** **Sentry** helps every developer detect, understand, and fix broken code, fast. Using Sentry’s debugging platform–that favors action over dashboards–decreases resolution time from days to minutes, resulting in freed up dev cycles and happier customers. Founded in 2008 by David Cramer and Chris Jennings as an Open Source side project, Sentry is used by over 4 million developers and 200,000 organizations, including Disney, Cloudflare, GitHub, Slack, Instacart, Atlassian, and Riot Games. Learn more at [Sentry](https://sentry.io/welcome/) or follow Sentry on [Bluesky](https://bsky.app/profile/sentry.io), [GitHub](https://github.com/getsentry/), [Twitter](https://x.com/getsentry/), or [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/getsentry/). ***+++++++++++++++ AGENDA +++++++++++++++*** **18:30:** Introduction and welcome **19:00: Own your toolchain** **by *[Mario Chamuty](https://x.com/chamuty)*** You run pub get a hundred times a week and never think about it. But maybe ... Maybe its worth thinking about. Not because it's broken - because it could be a little faster, a little safer, and a lot more yours. A talk about improving the parts of Flutter we stopped questioning. **19:40:** 🍕 **Food, Drinks and Socializing Break** **20:10: Become a Full + Video Stack Dev - Writing UIs is just the start** **by *[Simon Auer](https://x.com/SimonEritsch)*** What if you could use your existing Flutter skills to not only build UIs on screens, but to create visual stories ... and export them as real video files like MP4? From Spotify-Wrapped like summaries, over instructional content that evolves with your codebase, to personalized videos for tens of thousands of users ... all generated programmatically. No video editor app, no ui clicking ... just beautiful code and open source (and maybe vibe coding)! <3 Batteries included: collaboration & versioning in Git, review changes via pull requests, batch-generating variations or integrating video creation directly into pipelines and CI systems **21:00: Meeting fellow Flutternauts**, last bits of food, a drink, friendly or heated discussions (about get, riverpod and bloc ;) ) in a cozy atmosphere. **21:45 - 22:00: Wrapping up**, last drinks We are looking forward to meeting you there! **\*\*WANT TO DO A TALK?\*\*** We are always looking for (short and long) talks! Just fill out this form and we will contact you: [http://talk.fluttervienna.at/](http://talk.fluttervienna.at/) **\*\*JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER:\*\*** We have a discord server for connection. [https://discord.gg/v9Wvzg794g](https://discord.gg/v9Wvzg794g) **\*\*Flutter Vienna on TWITTER:\*\*** [https://twitter.com/FlutterVienna/](https://twitter.com/FlutterVienna/) Join us to discuss, share, contact and support each other.

This is a structured coworking session for people who want to follow through and get it done. 👉 **New here? You can join for just 2 hours to try it out.** 👉 Stay longer if you want to go deeper. To join, please register here (takes 1–2 minutes): [https://nocrastination.space/](https://nocrastination.space/) **We like a touch of mystery!** **The exact location will be sent to you by email 24 hours before the session. Please make sure to register in advance.** **You start, but don't finish. We help you get it done.** Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K6LidaoQhe16wZ0Se9pNM6?mode=gi_t) Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nocrastinationclub/) 🚀 Structured Coworking & Networking for Ambitious People. Find your people. Move forward together. This is a structured coworking session for founders, freelancers, professionals, job seekers, and creators who want to stop working alone and start making consistent progress. **Special Focus: AI Builders & Creators** Many of our members use AI to: • Build products • Automate workflows • Create content • Improve productivity • Learn new skills Already using AI? Great. Just getting started? Even better. Come work alongside people who are experimenting, building, and sharing what works. **What You'll Get** • Structured focus sessions • Accountability and momentum • Meaningful professional connections • Exposure to AI tools and workflows • A community of ambitious people who support one another **Session Format** 13:30 – 14:20 Focus Session 1 14:35 – 15:25 Focus Session 2 **15:40 – 16:30 Connect** For the final session, you choose: **Walk & Talk**: Continue conversations while exploring the neighbourhood. OR **Deep Work:** Stay and continue working on what matters most. Because progress doesn't always happen sitting at a desk. Sometimes it happens through movement, reflection, and conversation. **If you expect to arrive late, please come during one of these break windows:** 13:00 – 13:20 14:20 – 14:30 15:25 – 15:35 **📍 Location** The exact venue will be emailed to registered participants 24 hours before the event. Please register here: [https://nocrastination.space/](https://nocrastination.space/) 💻 Bring your laptop and one task you've been avoiding. You'll leave with progress, new connections, and practical ideas you can use immediately. **This is for you if:** ✅ You work remotely ✅ You're building something ✅ You're curious about AI ✅ You want to meet ambitious people in Vienna ✅ You don't want to do it alone anymore Find your people. Move forward together. **What you’ll get** Not motivation. Not a productivity hack. **You’ll get: ONE THING DONE.** And then you come back, and do it again. **This is how it starts** You don’t need to commit to anything big. Just come once. Pick one thing. Finish it. We’ll be there. As we’re growing and improving the experience, we’re moving to a more structured system. Registration is part of participating. **Stay connected** Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K6LidaoQhe16wZ0Se9pNM6?mode=gi_t) Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nocrastinationclub/) This is a space you can keep coming back to.

FlashAttention is one of the most important pieces of software infrastructure for both training and serving any relevant AI model on cutting-edge GPUs. Let's have a look under the hood. The paper comes with a blog post that may be easier to read: [https://tridao.me/blog/2024/flash3/](https://tridao.me/blog/2024/flash3/) Find the paper here: [https://arxiv.org/abs/2407.08608](https://arxiv.org/abs/2407.08608) We are trying out a new Location -- right at the Westbahnhof IKEA. Take the elevator to the fifth. We may relocate if it is too crowded. Please Text me if you are late and can't find us. \-\-\- Bring your own printout or pdf-on-a-gadget. If you didn't have the time to read the whole paper, it is sufficient to be able to pretend to have sort of skimmed it. \-\-\- Want to suggest a paper, an event location, or just stay in touch with regular members? We hang out at the following Matrix server: [https://matrix.to/#/%23pwl-wien:rend.al](https://matrix.to/#/%23pwl-wien:rend.al)

**A-B-SEE** is a serious, responsible idea; intended strictly for the strong of heart and anti-dogmatic, open-eyed, and courageously curious cinematic adventure seekers. *Apply only if the description fits.* These events center on uncompromising, taboo-free, film art exploration. *Leave your comfort zone outside.* For **[FilmStory](https://www.meetup.com/filmstory/)** regular members only. * Orientation call prior to first date of participation. * Limited to 10 participants per event.

**Eugenio Belgrado \ / Bert Schifferdecker** *portraits and dreams* **Live portrait painting and photography** *Be part of the picture...* WHEN: **25 June, 7-9:30 pm** WHERE: **The Living Room**, 1080 Vienna\* Free admission. Small contributions are welcome. Reservation (here on meetup) is required. \*New to the Living Room? We'll send you a message of confirmation containing the address.

In many organizations, APIs are treated as technical contracts — neat documentation of endpoints and payloads. But what if APIs could become something more: living expressions of the business domain itself? This talk examines how Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and modern API craftsmanship converge to establish a shared language between people and systems. We’ll walk through how techniques like Domain Storytelling, Event Storming, and Context Mapping can lead directly into OpenAPI and AsyncAPI specifications that reflect real domain intent — not just data structures. **How can LLM help?** Along the way, we’ll see how Large Language Models (LLMs) can amplify human creativity — helping teams turn visual domain artifacts into executable API contracts while preserving intent and nuance. Instead of replacing design thinking, AI becomes a collaborator in the craftsmanship process. Through practical examples, we’ll explore how bounded contexts define API boundaries, how ubiquitous language shapes resource and event models, and how contract-first design enables safe, evolutionary change. By the end, you’ll see APIs not merely as integration points, but as living domain boundaries to align architecture, business, and shared understanding. **About the speaker** [Annegret](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-annegret-junker-141a99a4/) is Chief Software Architect at codecentric AG in Germany. She has worked in software development for over 30 years. She worked in quite different roles and domains. She is especially interested in DDD, microservices, and everything else. She is working on a large integration project and defines APIs for partners. **The Sponsor** This time, the location, food, and drinks are sponsored by [TechTalk](https://techtalk.at/). Thank you very much, TechTalk, you rock! 🎉 This will be a joined event with the Microservices, Reactive and Distributed Systems Vienna Meetup ([https://www.meetup.com/reactive-vienna/](https://www.meetup.com/reactive-vienna/)) and it is enough to register for only one of the meetups. It is not necessary to register for both! Space is limited, so please register if you want to come. As always, we're very much looking forward to seeing you! Best regards, Daniel and Gottfried

Enjoy the summer vibes with a relaxed picnic gathering paired with easygoing board games! Bring a dish or snack to share, a blanket, and your favorite board game (if you have one) to enjoy with great company. Unwind, connect, and make the most of a summer day in Vienna with fellow younger Americans. The location will be at Pier 22 on Donauinsel.

In many organizations, APIs are treated as technical contracts — neat documentation of endpoints and payloads. But what if APIs could become something more: living expressions of the business domain itself? This talk examines how Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and modern API craftsmanship converge to establish a shared language between people and systems. We’ll walk through how techniques like Domain Storytelling, Event Storming, and Context Mapping can lead directly into OpenAPI and AsyncAPI specifications that reflect real domain intent — not just data structures. **How can LLM help?** Along the way, we’ll see how Large Language Models (LLMs) can amplify human creativity — helping teams turn visual domain artifacts into executable API contracts while preserving intent and nuance. Instead of replacing design thinking, AI becomes a collaborator in the craftsmanship process. Through practical examples, we’ll explore how bounded contexts define API boundaries, how ubiquitous language shapes resource and event models, and how contract-first design enables safe, evolutionary change. By the end, you’ll see APIs not merely as integration points, but as living domain boundaries to align architecture, business, and shared understanding. **About the speaker** [Annegret](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-annegret-junker-141a99a4/) is Chief Software Architect at codecentric AG in Germany. She has worked in software development for over 30 years. She worked in quite different roles and domains. She is especially interested in DDD, microservices, and everything else. She is working on a large integration project and defines APIs for partners. **The Sponsor** This time, the location, food, and drinks are sponsored by [TechTalk](https://techtalk.at/). Thank you very much, TechTalk, you rock! 🎉 This will be a joined event with the Domain-Driven Design Vienna Meetup ([https://www.meetup.com/ddd-vienna/](https://www.meetup.com/ddd-vienna/)) and it is enough to register for only one of the meetups. It is not necessary to register for both! Space is limited, so please register if you want to come. As always, we're very much looking forward to seeing you! Best regards, Daniel and Gottfried

**‘If people sat outside and looked at the stars each night, I’ll bet they’d live a lot differently. Well, when you look into infinity, you realize that there are more important things than what people do all day.' (Calvin and Hobbes)** How about a serious fun evening at a wonderful place in Vienna (you probably haven’t seen yet)? Meeting at the Cobenzl with wonderful views over Vienna, finding your “Life Tree” and your personal character oracle at the [Lebensbaum](https://www.himmel.at/lebensbaumkreis)[ Kreis](http://www.himmel.at/lebensbaumkreis/ "http://www.himmel.at/lebensbaumkreis/"), and philosophize about the meaning of life while stargazing. And meet some great people and have fun. **Date:** Saturday, June 27th, 6.30 pm **Program:** 06.30 p.m. Meeting at [https://waldgrill-cobenzl.at/](https://waldgrill-cobenzl.at/) 08.00 p.m. Walk around the Lebensbaumkreis (Lifetree Circle) to find your personal tree and character traits 09.00 p.m. Stargazing “Meaning of Life” 10.00 p.m. Am Himmel/Octogon/Cobenzl >> [http://www.himmel.at/oktogon/lageplan/](http://www.himmel.at/oktogon/lageplan/) **Meeting Point:** [https://waldgrill-cobenzl.at/](https://waldgrill-cobenzl.at/) (right next to the bus stop 38A Cobenzl) **Donations:** most welcome (a hat will go around) Looking forward to seeing you! With kind regards, Dieter Langenecker ([www.langenecker.com](www.langenecker.com))

**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 Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code. 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

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) 15 for One Class 20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space. Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017

📊 **Profit from Predictions – Polymarket Strategy** Stop guessing on Polymarket. Learn the analytical system that generates real profit. ⚠️ Complete registration below — RSVP alone doesn't reserve your spot. ### [🔗 CLAIM YOUR SPOT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/Polymarket?city=Columbus&groupurlname=network-of-book-lovers-and-discussion-meetups&startgmtdatetime=2026-06-30T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll learn: - A systematic approach to forecasting outcomes - How to identify high-value markets before the crowd - Polymarket strategies that generate consistent daily profit *The forecasters who win have a system. Get yours.* 🎯

Evolve exists to provide a welcoming place for professional women to create an authentic community, deeper connections, and confident growth through networking and workshop events. No cliques, no judgement. **Shades of Sisterhood** is a space for women to grow from the inside out through meaningful conversations, personal development, mindset growth, and courageous self-awareness. These gatherings are designed to create deeper connection, expand perspective, and encourage women to become healthier, stronger, and more aligned versions of themselves — both personally and professionally. Through honest dialogue, shared experiences, and intentional conversations around identity, leadership, confidence, relationships, emotional resilience, and growth, women are invited into a supportive environment where they can learn, reflect, heal, and evolve together. This is not about perfection, hustle culture, or surface-level positivity. It is about creating a safe space for women to have real conversations, challenge limiting beliefs, grow in self-awareness, and step more confidently into who they were created to become. At its core, Shades of Sisterhood exists to remind women that growth starts within — and no woman has to navigate that journey alone. Guests are always welcome. We'd love to meet you! **[Click here to join the call!](https://zoom.us/j/7894682064)** \*\*Evolve Women's Network is a membership based networking group. You can find more information at [www.EvolveWomensNetwork.com](https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.EvolveWomensNetwork.com&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw0UekYvD4PoVa7WUlFFVHyp). Feel welcome to be our guest anytime!

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

Come join us to discuss our July pick "Tusk Love" by Thea Guanzon! Book description: A merchant’s daughter who yearns for adventure gets more than she bargained for when she falls for a broodingly handsome stranger in this saucy romantasy from the New York Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars. “A true delight of a book! Spicy and heartfelt—this one is a winner all around.”—Katee Robert, author of Neon Gods As the daughter of an ambitious merchant, Guinevere’s path has been predetermined: marry into a noble house of the Dwendalian Empire, raise her family’s station, and live quietly as a lordling’s obedient wife. But Guinevere longs for a life unbounded by expectations, for freedom and passion and adventure. Those distant dreams become a sudden reality when her caravan is beset by bandits, leaving her guards slain and Guinevere stranded alone on the dangerous Amber Road. Her only chance of survival is to travel alongside Oskar, the aloof half-orc who saved her during the attack. Unlike Guinevere, Oskar’s path is not so set in stone. With his mother dead and his apprenticeship abandoned, all that’s left is a long, lonely walk to a land he’s never seen to find family he’s never met. The last thing he needs is a spoiled waif like Guinevere slowing him down—even if the spark between them sizzles with promise. Despite his cold exterior, Oskar is brave and thoughtful and unlike anyone Guinevere has ever met. And while Guinevere may be sheltered, she brings out a softness in him that he has never dared to feel before. As the flames of their passion grow, they realize that soon they’ll need to choose between their expected destinations or their blossoming romance. Written by New York Times bestselling author Thea Guanzon at the behest of Critical Role’s Jester Lavorre, Tusk Love brings the most romantic story on Exandrian bookshelves to life.

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