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Business Insights with Andy Li
It's a private session. Not a group event. Some sessions and diagnostics are done in chat text format, no live call is required needed.
Advanced sessions are done with the help of personal video call.
**Business Consulting with Andy Li**
Unlock powerful business insights with Andy Li. With 20 years of experience and multiple certifications, Andy offers professional guidance to elevate your business success and personal growth.
### Get Clarity and Solutions
**Services:**
- **Business Constellations:** Unlock your professional potential.
- **Family Constellations:** Resolve issues affecting business dynamics.
- **Psychotherapy & Hypnotherapy:** Overcome personal blocks impacting performance.
**Benefits:**
- **Enhanced Decision-Making:** Clear, actionable insights.
- **Conflict Resolution:** Address internal and external conflicts.
- **Strategic Planning:** Develop effective strategies.
- **Improved Leadership:** Boost your leadership skills.
- **Increased Productivity:** Overcome barriers to productivity.
- **Achieve Goals:** Gain guidance on money, business, and personal desires.
**Why Attend?**
- **Tailored Insights:** Customized guidance for any business or personal issue.
**Personal Sessions:**
- Available to book at your best time online or held at the Music Garden.
**Pricing:**
- Free express consultations ONLINE are available.
- Offline sessions starting from $25 CAD / 15 min.
**How to Participate:**
- **Pre-Registration Required:** Register at least one day before the event.
- **Easy Registration:** Message WhatsApp at 437-606-6502.
đ [Register Now](https://wa.me/%2B14376066502)
Donât miss out on valuable insights to enhance your business success and achieve your goals. Reserve your spot today!
**Certifications:**
- Certified Hypnotherapist
- Licensed Psychologist
- Family Constellations Instructor
- Business Constellations Expert
- Master Teacher of Runic Reiki, Tantra Reiki, Kundalini Reiki
- Magister of Egyptian Temple Magic and Greek Mysteries
- President of Academy of Temple Arts
**Details & Testimonials:** [PsiTrends.com](http://www.psitrends.com)
VAUGHAN - Practical Philosophy Meetup đ¨đŚ
**đď¸ WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?**
Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no âofficialâ philosophy knowledge required! đ
Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic.
The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community đ
**đ HOW DOES IT WORK?**
Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://tally.so/r/KYLZlD), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going.
When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, itâs important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture.
**General Meeting Agenda**
Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline:
* 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the official start.
* 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines.
* 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the âjump-offâ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. Itâs not obligatory to answer them.
* 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo.
* 21:00 - The official meeting is over but itâs a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other.
**đ§§PRICING?**
Practical Philosophy is operated entirely on voluntary donations! If we are meeting in a cafĂŠ, buy a beverage! Donations are 100% voluntary, but they help us to bring the gift of deep conversation to people around the world. If you'd like to support, you can [donate here](https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-practical-philosophy)!
(Practical Philosophy is a registered Canadian charity)
**đ WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY**
**đŁ** âI feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting whatâs right and wrongâ - Ekam
đŁ âI got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.â - Daniel
**đ¤ FAQ**
* **Do I need to study or read anything to attend?**
No preparation is necessary. This isnât a study of other thinkers. We want to know what you think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and weâll discuss it.
* **Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on?**
The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school.
* **Is it mostly men that attend?**
Surprisingly, no! Although often, philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we donât meet in any dark rooms.
* **Can I come alone?**
Of course you can, we encourage it :)
* **Can I be late?**
Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation.
* **Where do you meet?**
The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://tally.so/r/KYLZlD)[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FtwkSBwyNUbCTSOq5H4Kmn?mode=gi_c)group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our[ website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/).
đ¤**POLICY**
To respect our members privacy, we ask that no one privately message a member without first getting explicit consent. (This looks like speaking in person and being asked to message privately.) Contacting or texting other participants without prior consent is not permitted and may result in removal from the group. Practical Philosophy reserves the right to enforce this policy at its discretion to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
**PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY CLUB - Philosophy, everywhere. â¨**
We started in Practical Philosophy back in 2021 and there are now 50+ chapters in over 25 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! đşď¸
**\*\*\***
**Join our [Vaughan Whatsapp](https://tally.so/r/KYLZlD) đ**
**Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) đ**
**Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) đ**
Friday Evening Meditation at University of Toronto
We are meeting at the Multifaith Centre every Friday evening from 7 pm to 9 pm in the Third Floor Quiet room, for periods of 8-fold moving exercise, sitting meditation, and walking meditation in the tradition of Chan Buddhism. The session ends with a tea-sharing and discussion.
All are welcome and this event is free of charge!
Summerlicious at Canoe - A Michelin Guide Restaurant (Union Station)
**On Friday, July 3rd, join us for Summerlicious at Canoe, A Michelin Guide Restaurant, with unmatched city views from its position on the 54th floor of the TD Bank Tower, and service as efficient as youâd expect from such a well-oiled machine.** With over 30 years of culinary history, Canoe continues to challenge creative boundaries in the spirit of celebrating Canada and its distinct provinces. Connecting people to place through contemporary Canadian cuisine, Canoe crafts inspired dishes reflective of our countryâs diverse landscape. Our chefs work closely with farmers and suppliers to source the finest ingredients from across the nation. I hope you will join me.
**MENU**
APPETIZER (choice)
Scallop tartare - pickled apple, hazelnuts, brown butter (G)
Smoked tomato soup - sundried tomato, olive oil, basil (V / G)
Pork terrine - grilled bread, pickles, mustard
ENTREE (choice)
Roast strip loin - braised short rib, pomme purĂŠe, heirloom carrots
(G)
Ramp risone - aged balsamic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, puffed grains
(V)
Chicken supreme - braised lettuce, celeriac, thyme jus (G)
Atlantic salmon - tomato, pickled mushrooms, fennel (G)
DESSERT (choice, all V)
Duo of ontario cheese - compote, fig + walnut crisps
Blueberry chĂ´meur - lemon, buttermilk anglaise
Chocolate tart - coffee ganache, caramel
**COST**
Summerlicious Dinner: $75 + tax + gratuity
Organizer Meetup fee: $5
Canoe Cancellation fee: $35
**SIGNING-UP**
* RSVP Yes. Everyone goes on the waitlist until they have reserved their seat.
* To reserve your seat at the table, an etransfer of $40 ($35 Canoe Cancellation Fee and $5 meetup fee) is required. Attendees will be etransferred back $35 the day after the event. There are no refunds for any reason.
* Once you are on the waitlist, I will message you my email for the etransfer.
* Once the transfer is complete, I will move you to attending.
* A reminder will be sent the night before with my cell and all meetup details. Make sure you set up your communication settings to receive.
RSVPs close Monday June 29th. Cancellations will result in a No Show and impact future attendance.
**MEETUP TIME**
**Meet me at: 7pm on the 54th Floor of TD Tower at 66 Wellington St. W., by the hostess desk.** Please wait for me to arrive, and do not sit on your own prior, so we can get the table requested.
Length: 3 hours 15 mins
Enjoy and please post your Comments in the event after.
Ultimate Frisbee Pickup Game! (Weekly)
REBOOT - Exercise! Fun! Food! Drinks! This meetup has it all!
This ultimate frisbee meetup is a great way to make friends and get great exercise at the same time! What is ultimate frisbee? It's like soccer with a frisbee but with end zones like football. Come out and learn the ropes and have a good time. All skill levels welcome.
And after frisbee is food and drinks! This meetup runs every week from May through September.
This event is co-hosted with the group 30MidtownSingles.
https://www.meetup.com/30smidtownsingles/events/
A 1 time per season charge of $2 is collected for equipment costs (Cones & Pinneys).
Schedule:
6:30-7:15 Practice
7:15-8:30 Games
9:00 Food and Drinks at a nearby pub! (TBD)
OM Chanting (indoor)
Welcome !
OM Chanting is a group practice that has multiple benefits, including calming the mind, feeling relaxed, activating one's self-healing potential.
OM Chanting''s powerful vibration contributes to send Peace .
A participation of 5$ minimum is strongly encouraged to sustain the rent of the studio .
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EVENT DETAILS:
address: 283 Spadina Avenue; 3rd floor. ( SE corner of Spadina and Dundas).
We will start at 6:30 pm. Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes earlier.
We will be sitting on chairs; you can also sit on the floor if you prefer.
You are encouraged to bring a bottle of water.
Looking forward to seeing you !
For more information about Om Chanting, please visit:
[https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/](https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/)
Much Love,
Veda
Cell: 416-845-9375
Toronto's Hottest Networking Event For Young Professionals
***Tickets must be purchase in advance!***
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***Background***
Stellar Socials by Limitless presents **Torontoâs Hottest Networking Event for Young Professionals**âthe ultimate fusion of style, energy, and opportunity. Our mission is to empower emerging leaders by facilitating genuine connections in an engaging, relaxed atmosphere. Weâre committed to helping you expand your business, uncover new career paths, and build lasting relationships with peers who share your ambition.
đ **Step into Torontoâs Premier Young Professionals Networking Scene!** đJoin us for an inspiring evening designed exclusively for Torontoâs upâandâcoming talent. Whether youâre a corporate rising star, a startup founder, or a creative professional, this event delivers career-boosting conversations, collaboration opportunities, and insider insights into Torontoâs most dynamic industries.
* **Elevate Your Career:** Swap ideas with industry trailblazers and hiring managers
* **Grow Your Startup:** Pitch your vision to potential collaborators and investors
* **Discover Trends:** Gain actionable insights on Torontoâs evolving business landscape
* **Build Community:** Connect with fellow young professionals who can become your next mentor, partner, or peer
### *Demographic:*
Stellar Socials events are exclusively for individuals of legal drinking age, as they are held at venues that include a bar. The typical age range of attendees is **24-36**, with most participants having established professional careers. Here are some of the individuals you may meet at one of our events:
* **Professionals:** Seeking to expand their network in a pleasant environment
* **Job Seekers:** Currently employed or in search of new opportunities
* **Recent Grads:** Diploma, Bachelorâs, Masterâs, or Doctorate graduates
* **CEOs/Entrepreneurs:** Enterprising business owners and startup founders
* **Students:** University or college attendees looking to build their network
* **Investors:** Seeking promising ventures to support
* **Project Managers:** Looking for collaborative partners or joint projects
* **Startups:** Seeking investors and employees to grow capital or talent
* **Media Professionals:** Journalists, bloggers, social media influencers
***Stellar Socials Experience:***
At **Stellar Socials by Limitless**, we specialize in creating exceptional networking experiences that bring together professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. Our mission is to inspire collaboration, innovation, and growth by facilitating meaningful connections through curated events that resonate with our diverse audience.
This relaxed social gathering encourages organic conversations, allowing attendees to connect without pressure. Whether you're attending solo or with friends, come prepared to meet new people and explore exciting opportunities. With a focus on building valuable relationships, you'll leave with new contacts, fresh insights, and potential collaborations.
**Join Our Community:**
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**Notice of Photography**: Please note that photos and videos will be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed. If you prefer not to appear in media, kindly notify one of the event organizers.
Academics Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - FIFA WATCH PARTY
**\*\*ALERT--UPDATEâCHANGE\*\***
We have decided to change plans for Saturday, July 4th to make it a FIFA watch party instead of a philosophy meetup
The 2 reasons are as follows ⌠we might be rained out & Canada plays its biggest game in its Footballing history (the whole nation might be watching).
So we decided to have a âviewing-partyâ meetup at The Maddy for 1pm on July 4th. Weâll be on the patio on the second floor just outside where the pool table & the washrooms are located. Iâll get there early to claim our space â itâd be great to have a few of you there to help me do the same (letâs say around 12 noon).
This will be a special moment no matter the result of the game â come on over to The Maddy & letâs create a beautiful memory with our friends from Practical Philosophy. This is what our community is about â weâll make it a moment to remember. Letttsss gooooo, CANADA!!!
Archetypal Coaching â Activate Your Goals with Ancient Wisdom
Archetypal Coaching â Activate Your Goals with Ancient Wisdom
Ready to energize your goals and gain clear direction?
In this weekly meetup, we work with powerful archetypes from ancient traditions to align your intention, sharpen your strategy, and ignite real momentum.
4 Sessions Per Month
Tap into the power of 4 ancient traditions:
⢠Egyptian â Strategic clarity & long-range vision
⢠Scandinavian â Decisiveness & breakthrough energy
⢠Greek â Harmony, inspiration & personal charisma
⢠Sephirotic (Kabbalistic) â Deep integration & energetic anchoring.
Each 90-Min Session Includes:
⢠Group energy alignment (20 min)
⢠Personal goal setting in the energy of the weekâs tradition (20 min)
⢠Group activation & anchoring (20 min)
⢠Personal alanyses, archetypal insights & support circle (30 min).
What Youâll Gain:
â Mental clarity & motivation
â Energetic support for your path
â Clear, inspired next steps
â A deeper connection to purpose.
When: Every Sunday afternoon 4-6pm
Fee: $50 CAD per session
(Limited spots available)
Facilitator:
Andrey Litvinov â Business Coach, Psychotherapist,
Grand Master of Reiki Yggdrasil
To Reserve Your Spot:
Pre-registration required via WhatsApp or Telegram
Message:
t.me/AndyTherapist
WhatsApp: +1 437 606 6502
Egyptian Magic: Temple Initiation & Energy Healing.
It's a private session. Not a group event. Some sessions and diagnostics are done in chat text format, no live call is required needed.
Advanced sessions are done with the help of personal video call.
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Egyptian Initiation â Level 1
10 days in a row!
10 Initiations into 10 Channels of the Egyptian Gods.
Personal purification, activation of the financial flow, and correction in the Channels of the Egyptian Pantheon.
Level 1 Initiation
Includes correction through all 7 chakras in the Channels of:
1. The Egregore of Egyptian Priesthood
2. The Channel of Osiris /Clarity
3. The Channel of Horus /High Victory
4. The Channel of Amun-Ra /Power
5. The Channel of Min /Sexuality
6. The Channel of Hathor /Feninity
7. The Channel of Maâat /Purity
8. The Channel of Isis /Smartness
9. The Channel of Thoth /Wisdom
10. The Channel of Tefnut /Healing
This is a deep cleansing and transformation of energy.
It removes stagnation, magical impacts, internal and external blocks that prevent you from walking your Path.
You receive 10 Initiations at once into the Ancient Egyptian Channels
a personalized audio practice to continue developing and activating these Channels independently.
Additionally, you receive a personal diagnostic session, analysis, and activation of your main goal.
In honor of the Egyptian Marathon, if you register before November 17, the price is reduced by half.
Receive the energy of freedom from current limitations and a new impulse for growth and transformation in your life.
And one more thing â the Level 1 Egyptian Initiation will help you anchor yourself in the Egyptian Tradition and, if desired, begin working independently with your own goals and the goals of others within these magnificent energies of Inner Power and Purity.
Andy Li
Grand Master of the Egyptian Pantheon
Instructor and Teacher of the Reiki Yggdrasil System
Center Asgard
University of Toronto and Historic Yorkville!
\*\***The Toronto History Walks Explorer Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
**for more information or for signing up!\*\***
\*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
Get your history fix with this special double tour. It combines both U of T and historic Yorkville in one shot.
On March 15, 1827, a royal charter was issued by King George IV, for the establishment of King's College. The charter was the result of the efforts of John Strachan, the Anglican Bishop of Toronto, the College's first president.
King's College was a religious institution tied to the Church of England and the Family Compact. In 1849, the newly elected government of Canada voted to rename the College, University of Toronto and broke with the church. Strachan resigned to open Trinity College as a private seminary.
University College was created as a branch of University of Toronto. During the American Civil War, the threat of Union blockade prompted the creation of the University Rifle Corps, which saw action against the Fenians on the Niagara border in 1866.
Founded in 1830 by Joseph Bloor, and William Botsford Jarvis, the Village of Yorkville was muddy York's northern residential suburb.
With historic establishments like The Red Lion Inn, Yorkville Town Hall or even the fierce political radical William Lyon Mackenzie, it was here that notoriety was achieved, in Yorkville itself.
Omnibus horse drawn streetcar service started in 1849 to connect the old St. Lawrence Market in Toronto with Yorkville, and by 1853, the population of the village had reached 1,000 residents.
By the 1870s, Potter's Field, a cemetery stretching west of Yonge Street at Bloor Street was closed, and the remains moved to other area cemeteries. Yorkville was growing fast, and soon Toronto was ready to pull the neighbourhood into its orbit. On February 1, 1883, Yorkville's name changed officially. It was now known as St. Paul's Ward!
This walking tour is for all fitness levels and skills. Please dress for the weather. The extensive walking tour begins at the Queen's Park SUBWAY Station at the **southwest corner** of University Avenue and College Street adjacent to the Tim Horton's at the corner.
The walk ends at the Toronto Reference Library at Yonge Street and Asquith.
This tour has a ticket price of $15.00 per person!
\*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
Business Insights with Andy Li
It's a private session. Not a group event. Some sessions and diagnostics are done in chat text format, no live call is required needed.
Advanced sessions are done with the help of personal video call.
**Business Consulting with Andy Li**
Unlock powerful business insights with Andy Li. With 20 years of experience and multiple certifications, Andy offers professional guidance to elevate your business success and personal growth.
### Get Clarity and Solutions
**Services:**
- **Business Constellations:** Unlock your professional potential.
- **Family Constellations:** Resolve issues affecting business dynamics.
- **Psychotherapy & Hypnotherapy:** Overcome personal blocks impacting performance.
**Benefits:**
- **Enhanced Decision-Making:** Clear, actionable insights.
- **Conflict Resolution:** Address internal and external conflicts.
- **Strategic Planning:** Develop effective strategies.
- **Improved Leadership:** Boost your leadership skills.
- **Increased Productivity:** Overcome barriers to productivity.
- **Achieve Goals:** Gain guidance on money, business, and personal desires.
**Why Attend?**
- **Tailored Insights:** Customized guidance for any business or personal issue.
**Personal Sessions:**
- Available to book at your best time online or held at the Music Garden.
**Pricing:**
- Free express consultations ONLINE are available.
- Offline sessions starting from $25 CAD / 15 min.
**How to Participate:**
- **Pre-Registration Required:** Register at least one day before the event.
- **Easy Registration:** Message WhatsApp at 437-606-6502.
đ [Register Now](https://wa.me/%2B14376066502)
Donât miss out on valuable insights to enhance your business success and achieve your goals. Reserve your spot today!
**Certifications:**
- Certified Hypnotherapist
- Licensed Psychologist
- Family Constellations Instructor
- Business Constellations Expert
- Master Teacher of Runic Reiki, Tantra Reiki, Kundalini Reiki
- Magister of Egyptian Temple Magic and Greek Mysteries
- President of Academy of Temple Arts
**Details & Testimonials:** [PsiTrends.com](http://www.psitrends.com)
Academics Events Near You
Connect with your local Academics community
IxDA Chat n Pancakes
You can sleep in on the Sesquicentennial (observed), weâre shifting to the following Friday.
But join the local UX community for a chat and some biscuits to catch up. If you were in CA for Figma Config, tell us all the lines and you can tell me how I can animate an SVG without coding it by hand, and why Iâd even want to.
Thanks to the team at Nationwide of supporting the group.
Manic Mondays with Salsamante Dance Academy
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
Stop Guessing: How to Measure and Improve LLM Outputs
Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it âseems good,â and move on.
That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable.
In this talk, weâll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. Weâll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork.
This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it.
Weâll cover:
* Why âit looks goodâ is not enough
* How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints
* How to compare LLM outputs more systematically
* Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness
* How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results
* Where automated evaluation works â and where humans still need to stay in the loop
By the end, youâll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve.
LOGISTICS AND PARKING:
The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks!
The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
Odoo Accounting Academy - Columbus, OH
Odoo Academy is a series of **one-day**, **FREE training** sessions where participants can learn directly from our **seasoned experts**. Master a specific **Odoo application** or delve into **industry-specific** functionalities.
Join us in our **Columbus, OH** for hands on training in Odoo's Accounting app and take your business to the next level!
Training will be given in **ENGLISH**. Lunch is **included**.
Participants must bring their **OWN laptop** for the practical exercises.
For any inquiries, feel free to reach out to us at ellee@odoo.com.
[Register Here Now! ](https://www.odoo.com/r/8yd)**[\[](https://www.odoo.com/r/gO9)Limited Seats Available!]**
Pop-up Book Club 5: Rabbit, Run by John Updike
Letâs meet and discuss John Updike's Rabbit, Run, the first in his series of four novels following the life, hopes, and disappointments of former local basketball star, Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, as he fitfully confronts and evades adulthood.
"Tusk Love" by Thea Guanzon
Come join us to discuss our July pick "Tusk Love" by Thea Guanzon!
Book description:
A merchantâs 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.
âA true delight of a book! Spicy and heartfeltâthis one is a winner all around.ââKatee Robert, author of Neon Gods
As the daughter of an ambitious merchant, Guinevereâs path has been predetermined: marry into a noble house of the Dwendalian Empire, raise her familyâs station, and live quietly as a lordlingâs 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, Oskarâs path is not so set in stone. With his mother dead and his apprenticeship abandoned, all thatâs left is a long, lonely walk to a land heâs never seen to find family heâs never met. The last thing he needs is a spoiled waif like Guinevere slowing him downâeven 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 theyâll 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 Roleâs Jester Lavorre, Tusk Love brings the most romantic story on Exandrian bookshelves to life.
BeComing Circle Initiates
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Instructor - Crow, HPS
Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange
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Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only
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Blessings ~ Crow



















