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The biggest football tournament on earth is finally here! 🌍🏆 The FIFA World Cup 2026 is taking over the USA, Canada, and Mexico, and we are bringing all the action, energy, and stadium atmosphere straight to you. Whether you are a die-hard football fan or just love the unmatched vibe of a global tournament, this is the place to be! We are hosting our official World Cup Watchparties at **Pickwicks** – your favorite local pub with great screens, cold drinks, and an amazing community of sports lovers. At this evenings is **free choice of seats**! Enjoy your Watchpartie! 🥳 [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/makingfriendsinvienna)❤️ [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/makingfriendsinvienna)💙 Do you have questions? Write us on Instagram 🎉

The biggest football tournament on earth is finally here! 🌍🏆 The FIFA World Cup 2026 is taking over the USA, Canada, and Mexico, and we are bringing all the action, energy, and stadium atmosphere straight to you. Whether you are a die-hard football fan or just love the unmatched vibe of a global tournament, this is the place to be! We are hosting our official World Cup Watchparties at **Pickwicks** – your favorite local pub with great screens, cold drinks, and an amazing community of sports lovers. At this evenings is **free choice of seats**! Enjoy your Watchpartie! 🥳 [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/makingfriendsinvienna)❤️ [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/makingfriendsinvienna)💙 Do you have questions? Write us on Instagram 🎉

PCE - "Philosophic Conversation in English" is a discussion event in English language which focuses on psychology, philosophy, self-consciousness and self-realization. The conversation is based on inclusive discussion rules. We will meet at at a restaurant where we will have a private room exclusively reserved for our event. At the beginning we will choose the two topics to discuss. Everybody can suggest a topic. Afterwards we will vote what topics to discuss. The person who suggests a winning topic will start the discussion by explaining his/her idea. Afterwards everybody gets his/her chance to make a statement. But you can also decide to remain silent and only listen, if you prefer that. We have a time limit for statements, so that everybody has enough time to speak. It is not allowed to interrupt somebody who is speaking. After a statement everybody can ask a question and the speaker will answer. After the first part there will be a 15 minutes break before we start the second part. Everybody is welcome to our event: We are interested in your thoughts and opinions! It is no problem if you arrive late and you can also leave whenever you want. Please don't bring pets to this event because the room is usually very crowded. Please make sure to register for the event to secure your seat! Please check out last event's topics via this link: [http://pce-topic.project-website.org](http://pce-topic.project-website.org/)

Hallo, hast du dich schon einmal gefragt, was *weight friends* eigentlich ist? Jetzt hast du die Möglichkeit, es ganz unverbindlich kennenzulernen! Komm zu unserem **kostenlosen Schnupper-Workshop** und erfahre, wie unser Programm funktioniert, was wir anbieten und wie wir dich auf deinem Weg unterstützen. Unser Fokus liegt auf einem gesunden Lebensstil durch: * ausgewogene Ernährung * Bewegung und Fitness * mentale und soziale Stärke – mit dem Ziel einer nachhaltigen Gewichtsabnahme. Triff Gleichgesinnte, die die Herausforderungen und Erfolge einer Lebensstilveränderung kennen. Tausche dich aus, teile Erfahrungen und fühle dich in einer offenen und freundlichen Atmosphäre willkommen. Du erfährst: * wie unser Programm aufgebaut ist * wie du motiviert bleibst * wie du mit Höhen und Tiefen umgehst * wie aus kleinen Schritten dauerhafte Veränderungen werden Komm vorbei, schnuppere kostenlos rein und finde heraus, ob *weight friends* zu dir passt –**ganz ohne Verpflichtung.** [weight friends](https://www.weightfriends.at/)

Hello Viennovans! Pickwick's is getting quizzical every monday night! You have a chance to win a round of shots, a 40€ bar tab and/or eternal bragging rights 😉 Teams of up to 6 people, reserve your spot today! Start time is 7! FREE SHOT FOR EVERYONE COMING FROM VIENNOVA!

**As we're having limited space at our host, we have set the maximum attendees to be 40 and enabled the waitlist. If you cannot make it to the event, please change your RSVP so someone else can take your spot!** Agenda 18:00 doors Open 18:20 welcome, doors closing soon 18:30 **Unbreakable by Design: The Secret Tech of Antifragile Software** 19:30 Networking 20:00 **Heaps of Trouble -- Debugging Java OOM** 21:00 networking **Unbreakable by Design: The Secret Tech of Antifragile Software** How to turn pressure into performance? Anti-fragility of a software characterizes the benefit derived from the variability in faults and errors that have effected the system. Dependable software systems can learn from incidents & poor practices, how to avoid and to deal with them, to increase availability and performance. Despite their growing complexity and increasing size, modern software applications must satisfy strict quality requirements that impose short defect fixing and release cycles. To reduce the developers teams workload, and pressure to produce high-quality software on time, many software engineering tools and concepts are subject to continuous extensive development and improvement. In this talk, we will take a closer look at the technical aspects of anti-fragile software systems and how teams deal with errors and reliability. Through the technical analysis of anti-fragility and resilience we will discuss the advantages and drawbacks of systems and techniques, and not at least the relation between anti-fragility in the development process and the anti-fragility of the resulting software product. The audience can expect the topics such as design & operating principles, fault tolerance, fault handling, e.g. automatic software repair, fault injections, and TDD. The overview of methods and principles should encourage developers to adopt anti-fragility and resilience principles into their software architectures. **About the Speaker** **Iryna Dohndorf** is a software engineer at Karakun, where she works on customer projects using the Java technology stack. With strong technical expertise, genuine curiosity, and a deep passion for computer science, she develops technologies that tackle the challenges of modern companies and today’s society. As an active member of the BaselOne Program Committee, the Devoxx UK Program Committee, and a frequent international speaker, she is dedicated to inspiring developers and supporting the growth of the global Java community. An enthusiastic interdisciplinary researcher and developer, Iryna has conducted research in modeling and optimization at TU Dortmund and has worked on software for autonomous driving, government agencies, and EU initiatives supporting the advancement of organic farming. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and is passionate about swimming, skiing, and—most recently—cycling. Iryna’s recent articles include: * https://dev.karakun.com/2025/04/02/tdd-genai.html * https://dev.karakun.com/2024/06/26/ai-software-development.html * https://dev.karakun.com/2025/09/18/Kotlin-K2-Compiler.html * https://dev.karakun.com/2024/07/24/devoxxuk.html You can learn more about her software development work and research at: * https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=eIKkTkYAAAAJ&hl=en * https://www.amazon.com/-/de/dp/B00PULZWO8/ **Heaps of Trouble -- Debugging Java OOM** This presentation dives into the practical art of diagnosing Java OutOfMemory errors. We begin with a concise overview of how the Java heap is structured and managed, then move to the command line with jmap—demonstrating how to force heap dumps on demand and extract live histograms to spot memory hogs at a glance. Next, we switch to VisualVM for a hands-on look at opening, inspecting, and—crucially—comparing heap dumps to pinpoint leaks and growth patterns between states. The session culminates with advanced techniques: writing JavaScript snippets inside VisualVM to traverse the heap graph, filter objects, and automate custom analyses that go beyond the built-in tooling. Whether triaging a production incident or hardening an application, attendees will leave with actionable tactics to turn “heaps of trouble” into clear, debuggable insights. **About the Speaker** **Robert C Kahlert** is a Senior Software Researcher with Posedio. He hails from symbolic AI research and has worked on products and projects in pharmacology, defense, medicine, NLP and resource exploration. His interests include software engineering, compilers, cloud computing, knowledge representation and databases. In his spare time, he enjoys making the most of Vienna's amazing museums.

Day DJ is a weekly series at Villa Vida Café where local DJs take over the space and share their sound in a daytime setting. The series focuses on new talent, experimentation, and community. It creates a low-pressure environment where DJs can develop ideas, shape their sound, and connect with people through music. The format is intentionally relaxed and accessible. Visitors are welcome to come by to listen, work, meet friends, have coffee, or stay for the entire set. Day DJ aims to create an ongoing platform where local DJs can grow their practice while contributing to Vienna’s queer and underground music culture. DJ teufling DJ teufling brings a high-energy selection moving through bounce, trance, techno, acid, and Latin-inspired sounds. Expect fast-paced rhythms ranging from 135–165 BPM, mixed with playful 2000s influences and unexpected connections between genres. DJs have always played an important role in queer culture. In spaces where queer people were excluded or unsafe, DJs helped create environments where identity, expression, connection, and experimentation could exist. Many of the foundations of modern nightlife — including house, disco, and club culture — emerged from queer communities, especially Black and Latinx scenes. Day DJ continues this tradition by offering space for emerging artists, community exchange, and alternative forms of gathering outside of traditional nightlife hours. Free entry. No reservation needed. Participate as a DAY DJ https://villavida.at/portfolio-item/day-dj

The biggest football tournament on earth is finally here! 🌍🏆 The FIFA World Cup 2026 is taking over the USA, Canada, and Mexico, and we are bringing all the action, energy, and stadium atmosphere straight to you. Whether you are a die-hard football fan or just love the unmatched vibe of a global tournament, this is the place to be! We are hosting our official World Cup Watchparties at **Pickwicks** – your favorite local pub with great screens, cold drinks, and an amazing community of sports lovers. At this evenings is **free choice of seats**! Enjoy your Watchpartie! 🥳 [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/makingfriendsinvienna)❤️ [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/makingfriendsinvienna)💙 Do you have questions? Write us on Instagram 🎉

Across the world, different cultures have the same word for the same sacred thing. In the Arab world, it's ***sufra*** — the spread that holds the room. Across Spain and Latin America, ***sobremesa*** — the hours no one wants to leave the table. In Turkey and the Eastern Mediterranean, ***keyif*** — unhurried pleasure (the Greeks call it *kefi*, same ancient root). Across Italy and the Lusophone world — Portugal, Brazil, Mozambique — ***convivio*** — living together through the meal. In Southern Africa, ***ubuntu*** — "I am because we are." In Okinawa, ***moai*** — the lifelong circle that eats, walks, and grows old together. Across Malaysia and Indonesia, ***makan-makan*** — the easy, communal feast. In the Sikh tradition across South Asia, ***langar*** — where every person eats as equal, seated on the same floor. Eight cultures. Eight words. One truth: **the long table, the slow meal, the people who start as strangers and end as family.** The Blue Zones research — Dan Buettner's work on the five places where humans live longest and healthiest (Okinawa, Sardinia, Ikaria, Nicoya, Loma Linda) — keeps pointing back to this. Not the recipe. The table. The presence. The time. So let's do it. **What:** One long table. Food we cook together. Hours of real conversation — emotions, relationships, philosophy, and yes, politics — not as sides, but as the questions we all carry. Here, what usually divides a room becomes the ground we meet on. **What we leave behind:** Phones. All digital devices. None of the cultures we're honouring tonight needed them at the table — and the Blue Zones research is unambiguous: real longevity, real connection, real nervous-system repair happens only where we are not being scrolled into a loop. **What we bring:** Ourselves. Our culture. Whatever we're carrying. Whatever we want to share. **Open to everyone:** Whether your grandmother cooked in Beirut, Madrid, Istanbul, Naples, Johannesburg, Okinawa, Jakarta, or Amritsar — or nowhere at all — you belong at this table. The whole point is that nobody's culture runs the room. Every tradition sits beside every other. **Before the event:** A poll goes out, so we choose the menu together. **Now:** I'm looking for the right location — outdoors if possible, somewhere near Vienna. A garden, a terrace, a piece of land with trees and sky. If you have a spot or know one, message me. This is ours to build. Come as you are. Stay as long as it takes. *A small ritual before the ritual: a short call beforehand, 10 to 15 minutes. Not to screen you — to meet you. Every culture at this table starts a meal with a greeting. Ours starts here.* — Tom

Do you love playing card games or want to learn some traditional ones? Due to popular demand from our past board game nights, we've decided to dedicate a special monthly night just for traditional card games! Join us as we dive into classic Austrian card games like **Tarock**, **Schnapsen**, and other favorites. Don’t worry if you’re unfamiliar with the rules—we're here to help everyone learn and enjoy the game. * **Cards Provided:** No need to bring your own—we’ve got you covered! * **Participation Fee:** To help cover the Meetup maintenance fee, we recommend a donation of 1-2 Euros. **Rules:** * Be patient and respectful to everyone at all times. * Play fair and remember, we’re here to have fun, not to cheat or gamble. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just curious, we’d love to see you there!

Bei unserer nächsten Ausgabe von Queer Talks widmen wir uns einem Thema, das persönlich, literarisch, sinnlich und gesellschaftlich zugleich ist: Die Sprache der Erotik Zu Gast ist Karin Rick, Wiener Autorin und Publizistin. Sie schreibt seit vielen Jahren über Liebe, Beziehungen, erotische Begegnungen, Lust, Macht und queere Lebensentwürfe. Ihre Texte bewegen sich jenseits von Tabu und Klischee — offen, genau und mit einem besonderen Blick auf das, was zwischen Menschen passiert. Der Konkursbuch Verlag beschreibt Karin Rick als Wiener Autorin, deren Romane Liebe, Sex und Macht miteinander verbinden. Bei diesem Abend sprechen wir darüber, wie Erotik erzählt wird, welche Worte wir dafür finden — und welche vielleicht fehlen. Es geht nicht um Provokation um der Provokation willen, sondern um einen offenen, neugierigen und respektvollen Zugang zu Sprache, Begehren und queeren Erfahrungen. Was euch erwartet Ein Abend mit Gespräch, Lesung und Austausch in angenehmer Atmosphäre. Wir möchten gemeinsam Fragen nachgehen wie: \- Wie sprechen wir über Erotik\, Lust und Begehren? \- Welche Rolle spielt Sprache für Nähe\, Fantasie und Selbstbestimmung? \- Was verändert sich\, wenn Erotik aus queerer Perspektive erzählt wird? \- Wo verlaufen Grenzen zwischen Intimität\, Macht\, Klischee und Freiheit? Wie immer bei Queer Talks ist kein Vorwissen nötig. Du kannst einfach zuhören, Fragen stellen oder dich am Gespräch beteiligen — so, wie es für dich passt. Für wen ist der Abend gedacht? Der Abend ist offen für alle, die Lust auf ein freundliches, respektvolles Gespräch in queerer Atmosphäre haben. Besonders willkommen sind auch Menschen, die neu in der Gruppe sind oder allein kommen. Du musst niemanden kennen und nichts vorbereiten. Wir achten darauf, dass der Einstieg leicht ist und sich niemand fehl am Platz fühlen muss. Ablauf 18:00 Uhr Einlass 18:30 Uhr Begrüßung und Gespräch mit Karin Rick im Anschluss: Fragen, Austausch und Get-together Eintritt frei - Spenden, um die Freizeitgruppe LGBTQ+ Friends Vienna am Laufen zu halten, sind herzlich willkommen. Hinweise Bitte komm pünktlich, damit wir gemeinsam gut in den Abend starten können. Wir wünschen uns einen respektvollen Umgang miteinander. Persönliche Grenzen, unterschiedliche Erfahrungen und verschiedene Perspektiven haben an diesem Abend Platz. Wir freuen uns auf einen spannenden, offenen und schönen Queer Talks-Abend mit euch. LGBT+ Friends in Vienna 🌈

**Are you part of an Autochthonous European Cultural Minority?** Join us for a drink and connect with friends from cultures all across Europe. Share your heritage, your experiences, or just chat with like-minded people. **Celebrate the rich and diverse cultural landscape of Europe!** This event is a space to exchange ideas, strengthen our voices, and shape a common understanding of how to preserve—and improve—the life and prosperity of European cultural minorities. \-\-\-\-\- ### **ABOUT THE EVENT** 📅 **Date & Time:** 18th of June, 18:00 📍 **Location:** [Käuzchen](https://maps.app.goo.gl/3jSJtvN6f8S8xsEo9) (Gardegasse 8, 1070 Vienna) Bring cash - since this location will only accept card payments over 50€ **"Come as you are":** No dress code, no preparation needed. We’ll meet for drinks and fun, and stay as long as we want. Be as you would with friends. \-\-\-\-\- ### **IMPORTANT** We love all supporters, but for this first event, we want to create a space **exclusively for people who grew up in or identify with an autochthonous European cultural minority**. This way, we can better exchange experiences and ideas for the future. \-\-\-\-\- Let’s connect, share, and celebrate together! We look forward to seeing you there.

Happy Hour on the Green ⛳ Join Black Love & Friends for a laid-back evening at Topgolf as we celebrate the fathers, father figures, brothers, uncles, mentors, friends, and positive male role models who enrich our lives and communities. This isn't a golf tournament—it's a social gathering designed to bring great people together for conversation, connection, laughter, food, drinks, and a little friendly competition. Whether you're a father, celebrating a father, bringing your brother, cousin, friend, or simply looking for a fun Saturday evening, you're welcome to join us. No golf experience is necessary. Come for the happy hour, stay for the company. Expect: • Topgolf games for all skill levels • Food and drinks available for purchase • Networking and socializing • Great music and positive vibes • A welcoming atmosphere for singles, couples, and friends Bring someone special or come solo and meet new people. Let's raise a glass to the men who lead, support, inspire, and show up for the people they love.

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!

Now in its 26th year, [The Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/), in Gahanna, gathers world famous groups and performers at a single place for you to enjoy the best Blues & Jazz in Ohio. *SATURDAY NIGHT features: The Urban Jazz Coalition with Special Guest Brian Simpson, North Mississippi Allstars, The Deal Breakers & More.* The three-day cultural celebration features musicians on 3 stages, local food trucks and beverage stations, treats, artisans, and more. **Tickets are $15 for adults online.** Link to purchase tickets: [Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival Tickets](https://tickets.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/e/2026-creekside-blues-jazz-festival). $20 at the door. Military are free. WHAT: Here's the festival [EVENT MAP](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Event-Map/). Also, here's the [SCHEDULE](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Schedule/) map to help you determine who to see. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Parking -** The Creekside Parking Garage will be open throughout the festival weekend. Entrance is located near the intersection of Mill and North Streets; accessible only by traveling south on Mill Street. **Event parking rate is $5 and collected at entrance to garage. Cash ONLY is accepted at garage entrance for parking.** Although off street parking in the Creekside District is permitted, it is very limited and not recommended. **Shuttle Service** pickup will be at the following location: [AEP Ohio 700 Morrison Rd., Gahanna, OH](https://goo.gl/maps/K9GgvgEdxCHaXsKDA) **Shuttle Service Hours:** Saturday: 1 PM - 12 AM **BRING**: *Be sure to bring a **chair** since there is limited available seating. Also $ or paycard for food and drink.*

## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle **SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **you’ll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, it’s designed to be simple, creative, and a good time. We’ll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and we’ll handle the rest. While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for. Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/) *** ### What to Expect: * Guided candle making experience * Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance * 100% soy wax candles * Optional drinks and snacks * Time to relax while your candle cools *** ### Important Notes: * Please arrive on time so we can start together * Candles will need time to set before taking home * This is a beginner-friendly event *** ### RSVP Required Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

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."