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***(Note that all reservations need to be finalized on EventBrite to receive the link for access. See the bottom of this event description.)*** An intimate, online speaker event featuring two solopreneurs who have crossed oceans to build something new, personally and professionally. What does it really take to start a business in a country that is not your own? This event brings together two immigrants who arrived in the Netherlands, actively building businesses from the ground up. They come from different continents, different professional worlds, and different cultural contexts, and they share a common drive to create, contribute, and connect in their new home. Through candid conversation and personal storytelling, our speakers will explore what it means to be solopreneurs in the Netherlands (and worldwide, virtually): the challenges of navigating an unfamiliar market, the advantages of a fresh perspective, and the practical tools and strategies that are shaping the next generation of one-person businesses. **Topics of Discussion** *Making the Leap: Immigration & Entrepreneurship* *Building a Solopreneur Business in the Netherlands* *The Future of One-Person Businesses* **This event has been designed with whole heart and mind for:** * Aspiring and current solopreneurs curious about AI-driven and people-centered business models * Immigrants and expats in the Netherlands exploring entrepreneurship as a path forward * Business owners seeking fresh perspectives on courses, systems, and operational tools * Professionals interested in the intersection of organizational development and technology Whether you are new to another country, new to business ownership, or simply looking for inspiration and practical insight, this event offers honest, experience-driven conversation from two people doing the work in real time. **ABOUT THE SPEAKERS** **🇮🇷 Ahad Saeidi, DBA, PhD (Iran)** **Background:** DBA in Fintech (University of Tehran), PhD in Material Science, and 10+ years as a VP in venture capital. Co-Founder of ASSISTIO AI, an AI-native B2B SaaS. Former Venture Partner who evaluated 500+ early-stage IT startups and mentored founders across 3 built startups. **Business Focus:** Building AI-powered frameworks to help startup founders validate ideas, develop products, and make smarter decisions 10x faster. Combines structured startup methodology with practical AI workflows — not just prompts, but complete decision systems. Shares real experiments and results daily on LinkedIn, X (@ad_saeidi), and at aicofounder.substack.com. **🇺🇸 J.W. Nadolski, MSc, PHR (United States)** **Background:** MS in Organizational Leadership (SNHU), BS in Economics (University of Utah), and PHR-certified people operations professional. Founder of The Human Prototype Lab and Disruptive Cheerleader Productions in The Hague, with decades of experience in training, cultural development, hospital administration, non-profit leadership, and creative arts. **Business Focus:** Helping organizations, teams, and creative solopreneurs unlock collaboration, culture, and leadership potential through workshops, immersive events, coaching, and strategy sessions. Combines business consulting with artful, unconventional approaches to spark real innovation and build sustainable ways of working. **Reserve your online seat here via EventBrite:** [New Roots, New Businesses with Ahad Saeidi & Justin Nadolski](https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/new-roots-new-businesses-immigrant-stories-of-solopreneurship-tickets-1984504488346)

Design Reimagined Utrecht - Forward Thinking & Designing for Sustainability: Shaping Mindsets, Creating Impact What does it take to design for a better, more sustainable future? Join us on Thursday, April 2nd in Utrecht for an inspiring evening where we explore how the way we think directly shapes the impact we create. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by constant change. We often fall back on what we already know, but that can limit creativity and growth. What if we could shift our mindset to see new possibilities instead? This session brings together mindset and sustainability, showing how forward thinking and intentional design can lead to meaningful, real-world impact. ✨ What to expect: How to develop a growth-focused, resilient mindset Practical tools to navigate change and stay in control Real-world insights on applying sustainability in design Ways to turn creative thinking into tangible impact Speakers: [Liva Grinberga](https://www.linkedin.com/preload/#) \- Educator for the Academy Awards Topic: Mastering the Art of Forward Thinking Explore how to embrace change, shift your perspective, and use simple tools to guide your thinking, unlocking creativity and new opportunities. [Sophie Morice](https://www.linkedin.com/preload/#) \- Design Excellence Lead\, Lysol \(Reckitt\) Topic: Designing for Sustainability: Passion to Impact Gain insights into how sustainability is applied in practice and how design can drive responsible, impactful outcomes. 📅 Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026 🕡 Time: 18:30 – 21:00 📍 Location: Hogeschool Utrecht, Padualaan 99 (Room 0.011) Whether you're a designer, student, or simply curious about sustainability and innovation, this is a space to learn, connect, and rethink what design can do. 👉 Come as you are, bring your curiosity, and let’s reimagine design together.

**Speed dating Utrecht** For twelve years, we have been organizing speed dating events in Utrecht. If you enjoy meeting a large number of singles in a short time, **speed dating** is perfect for you! During a speed date, you’ll have about **15–20 dates**, each lasting **4 minutes**. When the bell rings, half of the singles move on to the next table. On your date card, you indicate who you would like to get in touch with afterward. **Location** The speed dating takes place at **Anne&Max Domstraat**, a cozy and spacious restaurant. We have reserved a separate area so you have complete **privacy** while dating. **Match Email!** Within a day after the speed date, you will receive an email from us with the first name and email address of the singles you matched with. If you’ve said “no” to all participants, your next speed date is **free**! More info & sign up >> https://aboutlove.nl/event/details/speeddaten-utrecht-hogeropgeleide-singles-33-47/

¡Compartamos juntos con el grupo de personas más divertido de la ciudad!... ¡en español! No necesitas ser un hablante fluido o nativo.... ¡Solo atrévete a compartir! Te esperamos a las 20hrs.... ¡Entrada gratuita! ¡Nos vemos! ¡Hasta entonces! 😃 Let's share together with the funniest group of people in town!... in Spanish! You don't need to be a fluent or native speaker.... Just dare to share! We wait for you at 20hrs ....Free entry! Nos vemos! Tot dan! 😃 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/habladores/ Meetup Link: https://www.meetup.com/nl-NL/los-habladores/ Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/los_habladores_utrecht/ Los Habladores!

Welcome to another Angular NL meetup! Tonight we have a great talk lined up on AI and how it's changing the way we build with Angular. Grab a drink, say hi to familiar faces, and enjoy the evening. 18:00 — Doors open & 🍕 Pizza, drinks and catching up 18:30 — Welcome 18.30 - Beyond the Code: what really makes a Senior Developer? Abstract: What actually makes someone a senior developer? Technical expertise is often the first thing that comes to mind. But real seniority goes beyond code. It combines strong engineering skills with communication, coaching, and the ability to create alignment within teams. Whether it’s refactoring existing code, improving developer experience, or helping a team adopt newer Angular approaches (like Signals), these changes often require more than technical knowledge alone. In this talk, Nicky Haze shares practical lessons from years of frontend development and consulting, showing how technical and human skills together create real impact in software teams. 19.30 From pixel perfect design to code Turning a design into code that truly matches the original is often harder than it looks. Small differences in spacing, typography, and layout can quickly turn a polished design into an interface that feels “almost right.” In this talk, we explore how developers can leverage AI to bridge the gap between design and implementation. We’ll look at practical ways AI can assist in translating design files into code, speeding up repetitive UI work. From interpreting design sto generating components and refining layouts, the session focuses on how AI can augment the developer workflow. 20:30 — Q&A 20:45 — Drinks & mingling

\*English/Deutsch text below\* Dit is de allereerste Bitcoin Meetup in Grave, ter ere van de opening van Poortwachtershuis De Hoppenaar. In Arnhem accepteert De Hoppenaar al jaren bitcoin, en nu opent er in Grave een nieuwe vestiging die eveneens bitcoin zal accepteren. De meetup bestaat uit twee delen, elk op een andere locatie: * **17:00** \- Eten bij Poort van Cleve \(eveneens in Grave\) * **19:30** \- Drankjes bij Poortwachtershuis De Hoppenaar Je kunt kiezen of je mee-eet of alleen bij de drankjes komt. Wil je mee-eten? Geef dit dan aan in je RSVP, zodat we er bij de reservering bij het restaurant rekening mee kunnen houden. *** ## English This is the very first Bitcoin Meetup in Grave, celebrating the opening of Poortwachtershuis De Hoppenaar. De Hoppenaar has been accepting bitcoin in Arnhem for years, and now a new location is opening in Grave that will also accept bitcoin. The meetup consists of two parts, each at a different location: * **17:00** \- Dinner at Poort van Cleve \(also in Grave\) * **19:30** \- Drinks at Poortwachtershuis De Hoppenaar You can choose whether to join for dinner or just come for drinks. If you would like to join for dinner, please indicate this in your RSVP so we can take it into account when making the reservation at the restaurant. *** ## Deutsch Dies ist das allererste Bitcoin Meetup in Grave, zur Feier der Eröffnung des Poortwachtershuis De Hoppenaar. De Hoppenaar akzeptiert seit Jahren Bitcoin in Arnhem, und nun eröffnet eine neue Filiale in Grave, die ebenfalls Bitcoin akzeptieren wird. Das Meetup besteht aus zwei Teilen, jeweils an einem anderen Ort: * **17:00** \- Essen im Poort van Cleve \(auch in Grave\) * **19:30** \- Getränke im Poortwachtershuis De Hoppenaar Du kannst wählen, ob du zum Essen kommen oder nur zu den Getränken erscheinen möchtest. Wenn du zum Essen kommen möchtest, gib dies bitte in deiner RSVP an, damit wir bei der Reservierung im Restaurant berücksichtigen können.

**Van hype naar toepasbare waarde** AI is overal. Maar voor veel organisaties blijft de vraag: *wat betekent dit concreet voor mijn product, mijn team en mijn organisatie?* Tijdens deze meetup van het **InnSpire Product Management Gilde** duiken we in hoe AI daadwerkelijk wordt toegepast binnen organisaties. Niet als hype of experiment, maar als onderdeel van werkprocessen en productontwikkeling. ### **Lennard Kruseman (spreker)** Lennard neemt ons mee in de realiteit van AI binnen organisaties. Wat betekent AI nu écht in de praktijk? Waar zitten de grootste misverstanden en risico’s? En hoe kun je AI op een veilige en schaalbare manier integreren in bestaande processen? *Aan de hand van concrete praktijkcases laat Lennard zien wat vandaag al mogelijk is en waar organisaties tegenaan lopen.* ### **Michiel Dekker (spreker)** Daarnaast vertelt Michiel over **AI discovery**. Want voordat je AI implementeert, moet je eerst begrijpen welk probleem je eigenlijk oplost. Hoe ontdek je waar AI waarde kan toevoegen binnen je product of organisatie? ### **Voor wie is deze meetup?** Deze avond is bedoeld voor professionals die werken met digitale producten en technologie, zoals: * Product Owners & Product Managers * Software Engineers & Architects * Agile Coaches & Scrum Masters * Digital & Innovation Leads ### **Wat kun je verwachten?** * Twee inhoudelijke talks uit de praktijk * Nieuwe inzichten over AI in organisaties * Ruimte voor vragen en discussie * Netwerken met vakgenoten * Een gezellige borrel * En natuurlijk wat te eten tussen de lezingen door 📍 **Locatie:** InnSpire HQ, Woerden

At 10.30AM on Saturday 4th of April we'll start at our meeting point Houten Castellum train station, where we'll be waiting you in the tunnel under the train station. On our way we'll pass several sights, including the colorful houses at the Rietplas (yes, there will be time to make some photos there), the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal and Kasteel Schonauwen. Do you think about joining, but you're not sure what this is about? Well, Utrecht Hiking Community aims to organise one hike per month. If you're in for a hike with a bunch of friendly other people, you are very welcome to join, no matter whether you are an expat, professional, nomad, local or a student. The hikes are a way to meet people while being active and exploring a place you might not be going to otherwise. If your aim is to hike fast, we might not be the right hiking group for you though. For us it's more about having a fun walk, seeing nice places and socialising. Don't forget to put it into your agenda: Saturday 4th of April, 10.30AM - hiking time! 😀 Bring good walking shoes, your phone/photo camera, something to eat/drink for on the way and a good mood! Please find us on Instagram for all the latest updates and impressions of previous hikes: [https://www.instagram.com/utrecht.hiking.community](https://www.instagram.com/utrecht.hiking.community) We have some costs for organising these hike, like travel costs and the yearly MeetUp subscription. Therefore we'd be very happy for any donations to support us by using this link: [https://www.ing.nl/payreq/m/?trxid=ezoLJAAlYUgQRGhEpGTcMpI1mb9Rlk29](https://www.ing.nl/payreq/m/?trxid=ezoLJAAlYUgQRGhEpGTcMpI1mb9Rlk29) Are unforeseen circumstances causing you to arrive late to Houten Castellum train station? Then please write to +31621177691. We won't let the whole group wait for you, but we can send you our live location so you can come after us. There are no public toilets at Houten Castellum train station or on the way. Therefore please visit a restroom before arriving. Dogs are allowed on this route. After the hike there is an option to go for lunch/drinks in the Castellum shopping center. See you on Saturday 4th of April!

*Since the event will be in Dutch, this description is too.* Ben je benieuwd naar wat het Tibetaans boeddhisme inhoudt en zoek je een plek waar je op een ontspannen en toegankelijke manier kunt kennismaken? Of ben je gewoon op zoek naar een moment van rust, meditatie en reflectie? Dan ben je van harte welkom bij *Heart of Compassion*, een reeks zondagochtendbijeenkomsten waarin compassie het centrale thema vormt. Aan deze activiteit kun je per keer meedoen. Tijdens deze ochtenden beginnen we met een gezamenlijke meditatie. Daarna volgt een korte inleiding op een boeddhistisch thema, zoals de [Vier Edele Waarheden](https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vier_edele_waarheden), compassie voor jezelf en voor anderen. We nemen vervolgens de tijd om samen stil te staan bij het onderwerp, in de vorm van een gesprek of een geleide meditatie die uitnodigt tot reflectie. **Voor wie?** Of je nu net begint met het verkennen van boeddhisme of gewoon op zoek bent naar een moment van rust, iedereen is welkom. Ervaar de kracht van compassie in een toegankelijke en rustige sfeer. **Praktische informatie** -Begeleiding: Eline Rinchen Dorjee-Weiman -Ontvangst: vanaf 10:15 uur en na de bijeenkomst is er tijd voor een kopje thee -Plaats: [Jewel Heart, Hatertseveldweg 284, 6532 XX Nijmegen](https://maps.app.goo.gl/D4FzqLbkaqs2JNDG8). Loop de oprit op en dan zit de ingang aan je rechterzijde -Kosten: Aan deze bijeenkomsten zijn geen kosten verbonden -Aanmelding is niet nodig Kijk ook naar onze andere [open activiteiten](https://www.jewelheart.nl/nl/open-activiteiten/) en [cursussen](https://www.jewelheart.nl/nl/cursussen-overzicht/)

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## 🎨**Activity for EXPATS & English Speakers** ☕ Are you an art enthusiast living in or around **Amersfoort, Hilversum, Utrecht, Nieuwegein, IJsseltein, De Bilt and the rest of cities of the Utrecht's province** who love painting or drawing? Maybe you've felt the joy of creating but struggled to find others who share your passion and speak **ENGLISH**? **You're not alone! 😉** ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ## 🖌️**About this event** You will meet other Art Lovers like you to Draw, Paint and have some drinks Together ! Our events are not just about sketching or creating art—they’re about building connections. Every two weeks, we meet at a café to have a relaxing time drawing a painting. Please keep on mind that **ENGLISH i**s the official language we will use to integrate everyone in our conversations. ⭕⭕⭕➡️ **IMPORTANT ⬅️** ⭕⭕⭕⭕ ### 👩🏻‍🎨**Book formally your Seat 🪑via [WHATSAPP](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)** **If you want to confirm officially your attendance and separate your seat🪑. Book your seat in meet-up, and contact us via [WHATSAPP HERE](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f) to receive more information on the address of our activities.** **Thanks a lot for your understanding!** 💐🥰 ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ### 👩🏻‍🎨**How Does It Work?** This event is simple, this initiative takes 2 Hours. Most of the participants use pencils, water pencils or watercolours. Main aim is to socialize while we draw. There will be plenty of time to talk and get to know each other. We have to mention that this event is suitable for all levels. Many have started to draw in our event actually. Also it is very important that you **[JOIN US AT OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f),** to stay up to date on our upcoming events and participate in our Drawing and Painting Contests! **👉: [https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)** 🍀 ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ### ☕**Where?** We will meet in different cafes mainly in the *center of Amersfoort ( and some occasions in other cities around)*. I will inform you of the exact place some days in advance this event. The place will depend on the number of attendees. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ### **🎟️ What is included?** 🟢 **2 HOURS TO HAVE FUN!** 🟢 **15 mins warming-up creative activity and paper material**🖌️🎨 🟢 New friendships and **conversations in ENGLISH** in a relaxed atmosphere 🟢 **Souvenir picture** with you and the rest of Art Lovers 📷 🟢 Exclusive **access to our Art Lovers Community** on which you will receive: ***\~\~\~ Drawing challenges,*** ***\~\~\~ Training content,*** ***\~\~\~ FREE Entries only to members*** ***\~\~\~ Drawing Competitions*** 🟢 Time to **create alongside fellow artists and amateurs** 🟢 The freedom to **work at your own pace** 💃🕺🎈 ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ### 🖼️**Art Materials?** Bring your own practical art materials to be adaptable to sketch on a coffee table. Like your sketchbook, pencils, watercolor, markets, pencils, your Tablet..etc ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ## **See you to Paint, Draw, and drink together!🌟☕🍷🍪🍰**

**🟢🟢 ABOUT OUR WATERCOLOR PAINTING PARTY / AMERSFOORT** 🎨🥳🍷🏢 Amersfoort - Utrecht Province / Center of the City / Easy access from train station. Create your very own **portrait, animals, landscape, or figurative** masterpiece in only **2.5 HOURS using watercolor and our secret mixed media techniques!🧪🧫.** This session is not about perfection; it is about capturing emotions and personal expression. **No experience required** **\- trust us\!** our professional artist will guide you step-by-step through this unique self-portrait journey. You can look forward to a fun and exciting evening with other participants, **so it doesn't matter if you want to come with friends or alone - you are very welcome!** This is the perfect after-work or weekend activity where you'll unleash your creativity while creating something deeply personal. You will create a portrait combining painting, drawing, and creative techniques to bring your unique vision to life. When finished, you'll take home your newly created self-portrait artwork to cherish or share with loved ones. Each participant will have pencils, colored pencils, watercolor, acrylic/gouache paints, and a surface. You'll work from an image we will bring. **🎟️ READY TO HAVE FUN?** Get your Ticket and book your seat **✨[HERE](https://buymeacoffee.com/artloversclub/e/430555) ✨** 🤔 **Questions?** Speak with a member of the team in **[WHATSAPP HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/J3Y5yeWUhvbJM98bqty2WP) 💬** .................................... **🟢🟢 WHAT'S INCLUDED?** 🔶 All supplies included 🔶 **2.5-HOUR [TICKET SESSION](https://buymeacoffee.com/artloversclub/e/430555)** 🎟️ 🎁 **EXTRA BONUS:** **FREE TICKET**🎟️ to participate in our Drawing and Painting Cafes in Amersfoort or Our Online Still-Life sessions if you live far away. 🔶 New friendships and Conversations💬 🔶 Freedom to work at your own pace 🔶 **English tutored activity** (And of course, you can speak in your local language with your friends!🍷🥰🥰🍹) ⭐ No experience needed **🎟️ BOOK YOUR SEAT🪑 IN ADVANCE ✨[HERE](https://buymeacoffee.com/artloversclub/e/430555) ✨!** 🤔 **Questions?** Speak with a member of the team in **[WHATSAPP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/J3Y5yeWUhvbJM98bqty2WP) 💬** **🕑 2026 CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS:** First Sunday or every month from 11.00 AM - 1:30 PM. .................................... **🎟️ ART LOVERS CLUB / ABOUT US** **ART LOVERS CLUB** is a community where art enthusiasts come together to explore their creativity and connect with new buddies through various events and sessions ( In-Person and Online) . Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting, we have something for everyone!⭐ To share with you more about what we do, you can see here the overall atmosphere of our events in Amersfoort and also follow us if you want⭐: **[https://www.instagram.com/art_lovers_social_club](https://www.instagram.com/art_lovers_social_club)** 🤔 **Questions?** Speak with a member of the team in **[WHATSAPP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/J3Y5yeWUhvbJM98bqty2WP) 💬** **🕑 2025 CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS:** First Sunday or every month from 11.00 AM - 1:30 PM. **See you soon. We are looking forward to painting and having Fun Together! 🎨👩🏼‍🎨👨🏼‍🎨👩🏼‍🎨🧑🏼‍🎨🎈**

🌸 **Free online gathering** **Next circle: April 5** After this, we will continue meeting on the **first Sunday of each month**. A space to begin the month by returning to yourself. This women’s circle is an invitation to give yourself one hour to pause, slow down, and reconnect with your body, your inner voice, and other women. A simple and caring commitment: beginning the month with meditation and journaling in community. You can think of it as a small personal ritual, creating the habit of listening to yourself, writing, and setting intentions for the month ahead. We meet online on Sunday afternoons to gently transition into a new week and a new month, creating a moment of presence, reflection, and intention. During this 1-hour session we will explore: ✨ a guided meditation to arrive in the body ✨ a journaling practice to connect with what is alive in you ✨ a space for sharing, where you are welcome to speak or simply listen No previous experience is needed. You are welcome just as you are. Please have a notebook and a pen nearby, and join from a quiet space where you won’t be interrupted during the session. You are welcome to join once, or come back each month. The choice is yours. The first circles are offered for free in order to create community and open this space to more women. Participants who register for the event will receive the **Google Meet link** before the circle begins. It will be lovely to welcome you into this space 🌿

Our Sewing & Crafting Activity Group is gathering to connect, serve, and create together in a Christ-centered environment. Whether you’re experienced or brand new, all skill levels are welcome. No supplies needed, but sewing machines are appreciated if you’re comfortable bringing one. Join us January 20th, February 17th & 24th, March 17th & 24th, and April 21st from 1–6 PM in the Youth Building at Village Chapel as we begin with prayer, enjoy fellowship, and work on meaningful service projects together. You are welcome to drop by anytime!

Meet at Wolfe Park parking lot by tennis courts. We willl walk along Alum Creek trail, through Jeffrey Mansion Park then along Bexley neighborhood and back. Optional lunch at Trolley District.

This trail is a meandering path through the woods. There will be some overlooks and a couple stops at the creek as well as time along a waterway. It will not be a fast paced hike. There is some elevation change and uneven terrain. I will be using poles just to be safe! Will aim to get in about three miles. Optional lunch after if there is an interest.