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Hey folks, WE ARE BACK AGAIN! This Badminton meet-up is for ALL levels: beginners - advanced - experts. Everyone is welcome to join and test their skills and have some fun together. The organiser will reserve courts in advance - PLEASE ONLY REGISTER IF YOU REALLY PLAN TO COME (OR CANCEL ASAP IF SOMETHING CAME UP) SO WE HAVE CORRECT NUMBERS. Late cancelation (before 24 hours) or no show would be asked to pay. We are meeting at about 8:20 pm near the reception by the lounge. Come a bit earlier so you have time to change into workout/sports clothes. Also, bring clean indoor sports shoes and a water bottle with you. The organiser will be at the club about 10 min. ahead of time and pay for all - please pay the organiser after/before the event!! Cost is 22€ per court, the fee should be around 6€. It is possible to rent rackets from the club, if necessary (3€). Sometimes members have spare rackets - please ask. Enjoy!

**MULTICULTURAL KABARETT!** 🥇 Niedermair’s only English comedy show! 🌉 Bridging the gap between Stand-Up and Kabarett! 🤪 A unique blend of cynicism and silliness **COMEDY FOR EXPATS: COMEDY CLUB since 2016** 📣 Doors Open: 20:15 \|\| Show Starts: 20:45 **🎟️ 17€** \|\| **Space is limited!** Get your tickets now: [https://KabarettNiedermair.eventbrite.com](https://KabarettNiedermair.eventbrite.com) 🃏 **REGINALD BÄRRIS** is an American comedian based in Austria, and a pioneer in Europe’s English comedy scene! ✨ Since founding Comedy For Expats in 2016, Reginald climbed his way from the humble open mic to the comedy big leagues. He now performs for thousands of smiling faces each year, and has **headlined events in 20+ countries!** 🎥 Reginald has been featured on **ORF** and **FM4** as well as performing corporate comedy for **Erste Group Bank** and the **United Nations.** He’s also worked alongside superstar comedians, as the opening an opening act for Netflix comics: **Tom Segura, Russell Peters,** and **Iliza Shlesinger!** ❓ **Any Questions?** Contact us at: **[www.ComedyForExpats.com](http://www.ComedyForExpats.com)**

**No Diversity, No Games - How inclusion is no longer optional** The game industry has more talent, bigger budgets, and more powerful technology than ever before. Yet we’re stuck in sequels, safe bets, and recycled ideas. For decades, innovation was driven by hardware and graphics. That era is slowing down. Higher fidelity alone no longer creates novelty. Jack Gutmann argues that the next frontier of originality is perspective. Homogeneous teams create blind spots, predictable design, and cultural echo chambers, a form of creative inbreeding. With AI amplifying existing patterns, inclusion is no longer optional. It is creative infrastructure. If games are to remain innovative and culturally relevant, inclusion must be understood as creative infrastructure [Jack Gutmann](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-gutmann/) is a Real-Time VFX and Technical Artist based in Vienna. He specializes in building visually distinctive effects systems, bending technology to serve strong artistic direction. Best known for Path Out, created with Causa Creations, Jack has since led VFX pipelines on stylized and narrative-driven titles. He has collaborated with industry professionals such as Rami Ismail and Castpixel on projects including Australia Did It, translating ambitious creative visions into production-ready scalable effects. Beyond production, he hosts The Generalists, a podcast dedicated multidisciplinary thinking in game development. His work aims to demystify high-level craft and creative decision-making in an industry that often overemphasizes narrow specialization. His talks explore how team composition, cultural perspective, and technical infrastructure shape originality in games, and why diversity is the next driver of innovation. **After some announcement we will look at at least 2 games** \* [Canvas of Thoughts](https://store.steampowered.com/app/4348770/Canvas_of_Thoughts/) / Ronja \* World Tree Defender: Seedlings of Yggdrasil / Lukas Plazovnik Can‘t wait. The Gamedev Meetup is sponsored by the best Co-Working Space in Town Das Packhaus ( [https://www.daspackhaus.at/](https://www.daspackhaus.at/) ). Cannot wait to see you there Michael ( [https://bsky.app/profile/asebist.bsky.social](https://bsky.app/profile/asebist.bsky.social) )

Komm vorbei, hab Spaß am Singen, entdecke deine Stimme in entspannter Atmosphäre! Mit Kanons aus Pop und Latin Bereich, neuen spanisch angehauchten vocal Dynamics, Sing-Improvisation, Stimmbildungstools, Vocal Harmony-Practice und Bewegung/Körperarbeit lernen wir unsere Stimme besser kennen und entdecken neue Stimmsounds. Die probieren wir dann gleich beim Circle Singing und groovigen Songs aus aller Welt gemeinsam aus! Egal ob du schon die Bühne rockst, oder AnfängerIn bist, jeder/jede ist willkommen! Bitte melde dich nur an, wenn du wirklich kommst :) :) (Danke :) ) Falls über Meetup kein Platz mehr ist, einfach per whats app anmelden +43 681 10599746 Da ich Miete für den Raum und Materialkosten habe, würde ich mich über eine Spende von 10 Euro freuen. **After work singing is about having fun singing together, exploring your voice through vocal dynamics, singing improvisation, toning and movement and learning new songs from all over the world!** **We start with a vocal warm-up to relax both body and mind. Through vocal dynamics, singing improvisation, movement, and Circle Singing we’ll connect with our voices and with one another. Whether you’re a beginner or already rocking the stage, everyone is welcome to enjoy good vibes, and learn more about singing and music!** **Looking forward to see and sing with you :))** Please only sign up if you are really coming!! :)) If you're interested and there are no spots left, you can also write me on what's app ##

Heartfulness-Meditation entspannt den Geist und stärkt das Herz. Es sind keine Vorkenntnisse oder Erfahrungen erforderlich. Und so wie die Luft uns allen frei zur Verfügung steht, so ist es auch diese Meditation. Heartfulness-Meditation relaxes the mind and strengthens the heart. No prior knowlege or experience is required. And just as air is freely available to all of us, so is this meditation.

Been putting something off for too long? Join us for our **Weekly** **Co-Working Session** in creative driven lounge **Jaz in the City** — and let’s finally get it done, together. **Want reminders or to connect with others before/after?** Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K6LidaoQhe16wZ0Se9pNM6), Keep contact via [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nocrastinationclub/) This is a soft, safe, supportive in-person space to move through procrastination with presence and companionship. Whether you’re working on admin tasks, tax return, writing, creative projects, or simply clearing your inbox — bring whatever you’ve been avoiding and we’ll gently focus beside you. **Time**: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM **Location**: Jaz in the City – Ground Floor Lounge: Windmühlgasse 28, 1060 Vienna, Austria **Bring**: Your laptop, journal, creative tools, or anything you’ve been procrastinating on **Hosted by**: NoCrastination. See you in front of the ground floor bar ✨ you will see us sitting with our laptops ☕ Please do order something from the bar, so as to keep us in their good graces! Coffee price: Espresso: €3.5, Americano: €4.5, Latte: €5.5. Donations optional. **Seating information:** * If this is your first time joining us, please look for **Joanna Liu** when you arrive at the **Ground Floor Bar** (not at the hotel reception). * There is a **long table with 12 seats** for those joining the **peer accountability session** — please arrive on time if you’d like to sit here. * There are also **round tables nearby** for anyone who prefers a more flexible setup. * If you’d like to **work independently (without the Pomodoro arrangement)** but still be part of the group energy, just let Joanna know — we’ll make sure you’re comfortably included. **What to Expect** * **Drop in anytime** between **1:00–5:00 PM** — stay for a bit or settle in for the whole session * **Clarify your goals**: write down your measurable tasks for the day on a Post-it when you arrive * **Two spaces**: one for quiet focus, one for casual conversation. After each focus session, if you’re still in the flow, feel free to remain seated — no need to move. If you're up for a chat, join others in the social area for a relaxed break. * **Social start**: from **1:00 to 1:28 PM**, we mingle and get to know each other; our first focus session begins at **1:30 PM** * **Gentle structure**: we begin with a soft check-in and intention round * **Pomodoro-style rhythm**: We work in 45-minute focus blocks followed by 15-minute social breaks. If 45 minutes feels too long, feel free to break it into two 20-minute focus sessions with a short 5-minute reset in between. You’ll need to self-regulate these shorter cycles, just tune into your own flow and rejoin when ready. * **Quiet companionship**: no pressure to talk during focus time — just shared presence and support * **Welcoming space**: we meet in the creative, cozy lobby of the **Jaz in the City** **New to Pomodoro?** Don’t worry — we’ll guide you gently. No apps or timers needed. Why Join? * Beat procrastination with gentle accountability * Reclaim your momentum without doing it alone * Enjoy a change of scenery that boosts your focus * Be part of a community that shows up — without hustle Bring your project. Bring your presence. Let’s work side-by-side.

Hi! Für alle die schon öfters bei unseren Anfänger Programmen mitgemacht haben und mehr wissen wollen gibt es jetzt auch eine Fortgeschrittenen Mediation damit wir unser Wissen über das Subtile System erweitern können. Natürlich wie immer vollkommen kostenlos. Und ihr braucht natürlich auch kein bestimmtes Gewand oder Yoga Matte mitbringen.

Du hast das Gefühl, dass in unserem Geldsystem etwas nicht mehr stimmt? Dass dein Erspartes dahinschmilzt und deine finanzielle Zukunft unsicherer wird? Damit bist du nicht allein. Bitcoin ist weit mehr als nur ein Spekulationsobjekt – es ist die Antwort auf die Frage, wie Geld in einer freien Gesellschaft funktionieren sollte. **Was dich bei “Bitcoin Entdecken” erwartet:** In 2 Stunden erfährst du mehr über die Idee hinter Bitcoin und warum Bitcoin ein Schlüssel zu individueller Freiheit ist. Wir widmen uns den gängigen Mythen, beantworten deine Fragen und geben dir Tipps für den idealen Einstieg in das Bitcoin - "Rabbit Hole". **Programm** * **09:45** \- Einlass * **10:00** – Vortrag “Warum echte Freiheit beim Geld beginnt”: Idee und Grundlagen von Bitcoin sowie gängige Mythen im Faktencheck * **11:30** – Q&A: Wir beantworten deine Fragen * **12:00** – Ausklang & Vernetzung mit der Community Die Teilnahme ist kostenlos und es ist kein Vorwissen nötig. Bring gerne deine Freunde und Familie mit. Aufgrund der begrenzten Platzanzahl, bitte unbedingt pünktlich sein. Eine Veranstaltung von [Bitcoin Austria](https://bitcoin-austria.at/) – unterstützt von [Coinfinity](https://coinfinity.co/).

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) You can drop your layers, bags & whatever else at Café Brenner before the run. 📍 Meeting point: 09:55 at Café Brenner (https://share.google/YQ03QVDuYaga5AFRm) – drop your stuff, say hi. 👟 10:00 warm-up starts outside of the building (Superbude) ➡️ Then we head off on the \~5K Prater loop. ☕ Post-run: coffee back at Café Brenner. ❗️🔒 The storage room at Café Brenner will be locked during the run – but please note: Neither Founders Running Club nor Café Brenner does assume any liability. **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Mixed indoor volleyball. We play intermediate and advanced levels in a friendly and respectful environment. We play for enjoyment. Please note that numbers are important, so if you cannot come, please cancel 48 hours in advance so others can join. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from future games and payment of any outstanding fees. Best regards.

**A Gentle Space for Inner Freedom (A special Meaningful Conversations event)** Viktor Frankl wrote that even in the most difficult circumstances, one inner freedom remains: the freedom to choose how to react to any given situation. This event begins in that space. Pain and challenging situations are part of being human. Life brings loss, sadness, the feeling of injustice, the sense of not being good enough, change, uncertainty, and limitation — often without explanation and without choice. This gathering is an invitation to pause, to step out of inner struggle for a moment, and to meet life as it is — with dignity and clarity. Through shared reflections and gentle guidance, the event opens a space where psychological clarity and spiritual depth can be practically experienced rather than just explained. A calm, respectful space to stop, listen, and reconnect with what remains steady and free, even when life is not. **This event is especially for you if you’re new to Dieter Langenecker’s work —** **Or if you’d like to reconnect with it.** It also offers a natural entry point into **the monthly Meaningful Conversations**, A gentle, ongoing space for staying connected to what truly matters And to live with greater depth and contentment. Tanja Odermatt & Dieter Langenecker PS: A contribution of € 15,- for room rent, coffee/tea, and cookies will be collected. **Watch this short video:** https://youtu.be/In8dqdxpCF4

Hey! Flow with me through a Vinyasa Flow for 60 Minutes.

13€ +2€ for a mat.

Level: sporty beginner to intermediate.

Want to know more about me? visit www.explore-pure-yoga.com 🙂

Looking forward to see you on the mat 🧘🏻
Anna

Humor, Drama, Leidenschaft – das ist Maestro, der weltweit populärste Improtheater-Wettstreit. Zur Feier des internationalen Frauentags gibt es diese Show in komplett weiblicher Besetzung, von der Regie bis hin zur Fotografin. Ein Maestra! Frauen aus allen Ecken der Wiener Impro-Szene stellen sich den Herausforderungen der Regisseurinnen, spielen in unterschiedlicher Zusammensetzung Szenen und kämpfen um die Gunst des Publikums. Und auch Du kannst Teil der Show werden: Unsere Regisseurinnen leiten eine kostenlose Warm-up-Session, wo man sich kennenlernen und warm spielen kann. Am Ende fragen wir nach Freiwilligen und dann entscheidet das Losglück oder die Regie, wer die verbleibenden Plätze bekommt und mit den bereits fix gesetzten Spielerinnen auf der Bühne stehen darf. Dabei ist uns jedes Erfahrungslevel willkommen! Du musst dich dafür nur zu diesem Event anmelden! Du solltest dir aber auch ein Ticket für die Show kaufen, denn die möchtest du sicher nicht verpassen: [Ticket kaufen](https://www.yesticket.org/event/de/maestra-impro-comedy-show-08-03-26/) ! (Falls Du Teilnehmer wirst, erstatten wir dir natürlich den Eintrittspreis) Wenn du mehr über den Maestro wissen möchtest, klicke [hier](https://viennaimprov.org/maestro-de/) ! Bitte NUR weibliche Personen anmelden.

Heartfulness-Meditation entspannt den Geist und stärkt das Herz. Sie ist für alle offen – ganz ohne Vorkenntnisse oder Erfahrung. So wie die Luft uns allen frei zur Verfügung steht, ist auch diese Meditation frei zugänglich. Heartfulness Meditation relaxes the mind and strengthens the heart. It is open to everyone, with no prior knowledge or experience required. Just as air is freely available to all of us, this meditation is freely available too.

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

(Note: RSVPing here on meetup does NOT reserve your seat. To do that, you’ll need to register at our website, **[HERE](https://www.coreerocks.com/Events.aspx?ID=Columbus-in-person-chapter-meeting-Your-2026-Buy-Box-Successful-Rentals-101-14-3-3-2026)**.) Let’s be honest. In 2026, you can’t use 2023 strategies and “hope” a deal works out. Demand for rentals, wholesale deals, retail deals, and even loans has changed, and that means that the most active, experienced investors have changed the way they do deals (and maybe even the kinds of deals they’ll do). Here at COREE, our job is to shortcut your learning curve by introducing you to the people and concepts you need to take the shortest path from here to financial freedom, and we think you’ll agree that this meeting is a no-brainer, if you’re serious about making wealth-building deals this year. Here’s the detailed agenda: From 6:00–7:00 p.m., From 7:30–9:00 p.m., Agenda: 5:00–6:00 p.m. Complimentary Light Dinner & Networking 6:00–7:00 p.m\*\*. New Investor Meeting: Basics of Making Money in Rentals with Vena Jones-Cox\*\*. If you’re planning to buy rentals today, you have to know how to evaluate the REAL income and expenses before you make an offer. If you’re new, you’ll finally understand how rentals really produce profit. If you’ve been around a while, you’ll see how today’s numbers change the math. 7:00 –7:30 **Buy-Sell-Trade (Members Only)** Bring your deals, money, buyer lists, referrals, and requests. Fast-moving. Bring flyers or business cards. Guests get a quick orientation with Executive Director Vena Jones-Cox. 7:30–9:00 p.m. **Main Meeting: Your 2026 Buy Box: What Experienced Investors are Buying in 2026 (and what they won’t touch).** Our panel of active, experienced investors will lay out their 2026 buy boxes. Not hypotheticals. Not “in theory.” What they are actually buying—and what they won’t touch. They’ll share: * What property types investors are actively pursuing * What strategies they’ve stopped using * The exact numbers they require before they say yes * How insurance, taxes, and rates have tightened the buy box * What instantly disqualifies a deal in today’s market * How to define your own 2026 buy box based on capital and risk tolerance Members and non-members at any level of knowledge and experience are welcome—as long as you’re serious about real estate, value experience-based, no B.S. education, and want to give as much as you get. Remember, to actually reserve your seat, you have to go **[HERE](https://www.coreerocks.com/Events.aspx?ID=Columbus-in-person-chapter-meeting-Your-2026-Buy-Box-Successful-Rentals-101-14-3-3-2026)** and register on our website!

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

**Google Analytics Alternatives** Is it finally time to make the switch away from Google Analytics? Two-and-a-half years ago Jason Packer asked this question at Columbus Web Analytics Wednesday. Since then: Google’s Universal Analytics has been sunset, we’ve changed our name to Columbus Data & Analytics Wednesday, and Jason has released two editions of his book “Google Analytics Alternatives”. Fresh off the release of the 2nd edition of his book, we thought it was time to re-open this conversation. While people love to complain about it, GA’s market share has remained relatively constant (at least in the United States). Why is that? You won’t find any complaints about GA4 in this talk, but rather an overview of what’s currently available in the market and how to frame your decision-making process. We’ll also be giving out some free copies of Jason’s book! So even if you’ve got a “GA4Lyfe” tattoo (no judgement), there’s free books to go with the free pizza and beer. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!