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Weekly Bachata classes @Albert Hall - New session for beginners
Have you always wanted to learn Bachata? Now is the perfect time! Our regular classes at Albert Hall are designed to help beginners progress quickly and master this beautiful social dance that is very popular right now! 💃🕺
We have just started a new session where everyone can learn at their own pace. Come with or without a partner.
After the beginner's class, there are more advanced classes, followed by a free dance party for students. 🎉
A nice venue and a warm atmosphere—don't miss this opportunity!
🔥 PROGRAM 🔥
7:00 p.m. → Bachata Beginner NEW (Room 1)
7:00 p.m. → Bachata Advanced (Room 2)
8:00 p.m. → Bachata Beginner II (Room 1)
9:00 p.m. → Bachata Intermediate (Room 1)
💥 10:00 p.m. → Bachata Social Party with DJ Felito on the decks for a wild night of dancing! 🎶
🍍 Fresh fruit buffet provided to recharge your batteries between dances!
📍 Location:
Albert Hall
651 chaussée de Wavre
1040 Brussels
💸 Prices:
1 class: €15
10-class pass: €120
20-class pass: €210
Dance party only: €10 (cash)
👉 Registration on site
Open Coworking Day: Join and Cowork on Your Projects
Join us for a full day of collaborative work at HSBXL! This event is open to everyone who enjoys working in a community environment, whether you're advancing on business ventures, freelance projects, or creative endeavors. Bring your laptops, your enthusiasm, and your projects to collaborate, learn, and share in the main room of our spacious hackerspace.
During this **8-hour co-working event**, you'll have the opportunity to work on your project, ask for feedback, offer help to others, and if you wish, share your achievements at the end of the day.
**Please Note**: While HSBXL has multiple rooms for various purposes, this coworking event is taking place in the main room. It's important to note that online meetings should be avoided during this event to prevent noise disturbance and to maintain a conducive work environment for everyone.
\#\#\# What the day will look like:
1\. Introduction and setting up: Find a comfortable spot in the main room\, set up your workspace and grab a Club Mate\, soft drink\, or a coffee to get your day started\.
2\. Work Session: Dive into your project\, seek assistance\, and collaborate with others\.
3\. Sharing Session: Optional\, but encouraged\! Share what you've worked on\, your challenges\, and triumphs\.
\#\#\# How to get to HSBXL:
HSBXL is located in Brussels. For detailed instructions on how to get to the hackerspace, please visit [here](https://hsbxl.be/enter/). If you encounter any issues while trying to get in, you can contact us at +32 28804004. Please note that the phone is inside the space. Alternatively, you can also reach out to us in our [Matrix chatroom](https://matrix.to/#/#hsbxl:matrix.org).
\#\#\# Requirements
Please bring your laptop, and if you have, an extension cord. The space has WiFi, but having your own internet backup solution can also be useful.
Join us at this **8-hour co-working day** in the main room of HSBXL, and we hope you'll have made progress on your projects, learned something new, and most importantly, enjoyed the power of community collaboration. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or creative, we welcome you to this day of productivity, sharing, and collaboration.
Concert – Handpan, Sitar @ Ploef, Brussels
Info & booking:
[https://ploef.eu/fr/events/concert-handpan-flute-traversiere-et-violoncelle/](https://ploef.eu/fr/events/concert-handpan-flute-traversiere-et-violoncelle/)
Suite à un désistement le trio initialement prévu est remplacé par un duo Handpan Sitar
Porté par **Gérard Spencer**, l’un des pionniers du handpan en Belgique, ce projet propose une musique à la fois intime et immersive, où se rencontrent **musique du monde, fusion acoustique et atmosphères méditatives**. Sur scène, Gérard joue simultanément du handpan, du didgeridoo et des percussions, créant une base rythmique et mélodique riche et vibrante.
Il sera accompagné par Joachim Lacrosse au Sitar
Envie de découvrir avant le concert?
Un moment musical chaleureux et captivant, qui transforme chaque lieu en espace d’écoute et de voyage.
Participation en conscience (prix conseillé: 15€)
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Due to a cancellation, the originally planned trio has been replaced by a Handpan Sitar duo.
Led by Gérard Spencer, one of the pioneers of the handpan in Belgium, this project offers music that is both intimate and immersive, where world music, acoustic fusion, and meditative atmospheres converge. On stage, Gérard plays the handpan, didgeridoo, and percussion simultaneously, creating a rich and vibrant rhythmic and melodic foundation.
He will be accompanied by Joachim Lacrosse on the sitar.
Want to discover it before the concert?
A warm and captivating musical experience that transforms any venue into a space for listening and exploration.
Pay what you can (suggested price: €15)
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dtl7MxeXCJw&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fploef.eu%2F](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dtl7MxeXCJw&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fploef.eu%2F)
🏁 20km Brussels Training – After Work Runs (All Levels 🟠🟣🟢)
🏃♂️ Sunday Vacations | Train Together, Finish Together
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Thinking about joining the **20km of Brussels on May 31st**… but don’t want to train alone?
👉 Join our **after-work training group** and prepare together in a fun, social, and motivating atmosphere.
Whether you're a beginner or already running regularly — **you’re welcome.**
---
## 📆 Weekly Runs (April → May)
We train **twice a week after work**:
### 🔵 Once per week – Easy Social Run
👉 Perfect to build consistency and meet the group
---
### 🟣 Once per week – Long Run (Main Session)
* Distance increases every week
* Structured pace groups
👉 This is the **key session** to prepare for the 20km
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## 🏳️ Follow Your Flag (Pace Groups)
To keep things simple, we use the official **20km Brussels pacemaker system**:
* 🟠 **Beginner (≈ 2h15)**
Run/walk friendly — just aim to finish
* 🟣 **Steady (≈ 2h00)**
Comfortable and regular pace
* 🟢 **Intermediate (≈ 1h45)**
Faster group for those who want a challenge
👉 Not sure? Start easy — you can switch anytime.
---
## 📊 Long Run Progression
We gradually build up to the race:
6 km → 8 km → 10 km → 12 km → 14 km → 16 km → 18 km 🔥
* lighter week before the race
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## 🏁 Goal
📅 Sunday 31 May 2026
🎯 Run the 20km of Brussels — together
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## 💡 What to expect
* Friendly, international group 🌍
* No one left behind
* Natural pace groups
* Motivating and social vibe
👉 We start together, run in groups, and finish together.
---
## ☕ After the run
Optional drink or snack —
because it’s also about **meeting people and having fun**
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## ⚠️ Practical info
* Bring water
* Wear proper running shoes
* Join at your own responsibility
* Beginners welcome
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## 🌍 About Sunday Vacations
We are a **Brussels-based community** organizing social activities, hikes, and trips.
👉 This training is part of our mission:
**bringing people together through shared experiences**
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## 🔗 Participation
To join, a **Sunday Vacations membership** is required:
* Explorer (€5/year) → + €5 organizing fee
* Voyager (€50/year) → no organizing fee
* Ambassador (€150/year) → no organizing fee + perks
👉 Details: [www.sundayvacations.com/membership](http://www.sundayvacations.com/membership)
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🔥 Don’t train alone — join us and enjoy the journey to the 20km!
💃 Dance & Meet Experience @café_Luxembourg
## 💃 Dance & Meet Experience – Afterwork pour danser et rencontrer
*Scroll down for EN*
📅 Vendredi 22 Mai
📍 Barabar
🕖 18h – 21h
Et si on changeait la façon de faire des rencontres à Bruxelles ?
Bienvenue à **Dance & Meet Experience**, un concept original qui mêle **danse, rencontres et bonne énergie** dans une atmosphère conviviale et élégante.
Inspiré de la nouvelle tendance des **soirées dansantes en début de soirée**, cet événement vous permet de profiter pleinement de l’ambiance festive **sans devoir sortir toute la nuit**.
Après le travail, venez vous détendre, bouger, rencontrer de nouvelles personnes et partager un moment vibrant — tout en gardant votre soirée libre.
***
### ✨ Le concept
**Dance & Meet Experience** n’est pas simplement une soirée.
C’est une **expérience sociale autour de la danse**, conçue pour favoriser des rencontres naturelles et authentiques.
La soirée combine :
• une atmosphère chaleureuse et ouverte
• de la musique entraînante pour faire bouger tout le monde
• des rencontres spontanées
• une énergie festive mais détendue
Pas de pression, pas de formats artificiels : **la musique et la danse créent naturellement les connexions.**
***
### 💫 Ce qui vous attend
• une ambiance internationale et conviviale
• un dancefloor accessible à tous
• des rencontres simples et naturelles
• une énergie afterwork positive
Que vous veniez **seul(e) ou avec des amis**, l’atmosphère est faite pour que chacun se sente rapidement à l’aise.
***
### 🕺 Pour qui ?
Pour les personnes à Bruxelles qui ont envie de :
• rencontrer de nouvelles personnes
• danser et relâcher la pression de la journée
• vivre une soirée élégante et différente
***
👗 **Dress code :** smart casual / chic décontracté
📍 Lieu : Barabar
📅 Date : Friday 22 Mai
⏰ Horaire : 18h – 21h
🎟 **Ticket\*:** 12 euros
**\*Restez en contact** avec l'**ambassadeur** pour l'obtenir.
✨ **Danser. Rencontrer. Ressentir l’expérience.**
# 💃 Dance & Meet Experience – Afterwork Party & Social Vibes
📅 Friday 22 Mai
📍 Barabar – Brussels
🕖 18:00 – 21:00
Looking for a different way to meet new people in Brussels?
Welcome to **Dance & Meet Experience**, a fresh social concept where **music, movement and connection** meet in a relaxed and elegant atmosphere.
Inspired by the new wave of **early-night dance events**, this experience offers the joy of dancing and socializing **without the late-night exhaustion**. The idea is simple: come after work, move your body, meet inspiring people and enjoy a vibrant evening — all while still having your night ahead.
✨ **The concept**
Dance & Meet Experience is not just a party.
It’s a **social dance experience designed to spark authentic connections**.
The evening blends:
• a friendly and stylish crowd
• uplifting music to get everyone on the dancefloor
• spontaneous encounters and conversations
• a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere
No pressure, no complicated icebreakers — **just music, energy and human connection**.
💫 **What to expect**
• A welcoming international crowd
• Great music to dance and connect
• A social atmosphere where meeting people feels natural
• A vibrant afterwork energy
Whether you come **with friends or alone**, you will quickly feel part of the experience.
🕺 **Who is it for?**
Professionals, expats, creatives and curious minds in Brussels who want to:
• meet new people
• dance and release stress
• enjoy a classy yet relaxed social evening
💡 **Dress code:** Smart casual / stylish
📍 **Location:** Barabar – Brussels
📅 **Date:** Friday 22 May
⏰ **Time:** 18:00 – 21:00
🎟 **Ticket\*:** 12 euros
\***Stay in contact** with the **ambassador** to obtain it.
Come for the music.
Stay for the connections.
✨ **Dance. Meet. Experience.**
4 day trip to Dolomites 22-25 May (1 day of annual leave required)
Join us for a 3 day intensive trekking in the Julian Alps and one cultural evening in Venice (for those who survive)!
The Julian Alps are a stunning, limestone-dominated mountain range stretching from northeastern Italy into northwestern Slovenia. We will operate on the border of Italy and Slovenia (Julian Prealps). Possible attack on the Kanin summit (2587m). Very good physical condition required (approximately 800m ascents with 10-15kg backpacks per day,6-8h trek/day). 2 nights in unmanned mountain huts, last night near Venice (sightseeing/Vivalidi's concert?). Mountain/snow experience/equipment not required.
The schedule:
22.5 - 04:00 a.m. departure (the car of the trip leader) to Charleroi Airport, flight: 06:45 to Venice Treviso (or the day earlier for those who prefer)-> Stolvizza (by rented car - possibility of teleworking from the car in the morning of 22/5 for those who can ;)(650m)-> mountain hut 1 (1450m), possible ascent towards Kanin summit on the same day (or the next one).
23.5 - mountain hut 1-> Bivacco Franco (1700m) -> (optional) pass Med Baban (2031m)-> Forcella Predolina->Monte Guarda and Plange-> mountain hut 2 (1200m).
24.5 - mountain hut 2-> Monte Plagne->Capella del Chila->Stolvizza (car)->evening in Venice->Hotel
25.5 (national holidays in BE) flight from Venice Treviso 11:50 (or 17:50 or the next day for those, who wish) to Charleroi ->13:30 return to BXL by the car of trip leader around 15:00.
We will share the real costs equally + small organising fee for the Sunday Vacations/ Ujamaa ASBL platform. Budget (excluding meals, attractions in Venice and flight tickets-currently at 150E return ticket): car (Italy+Belgium+parking)+fuel, 1x20kg checked-in luggage, hotel in Venice (1 night) = around 150 EUR/pp.
4 or 9 people maximum (mountain huts/cars constraints)
Intervals Workout Session 🏃🏻♂️🏃🏼♀️🏃🏻 Hippodrome de Boitsfort
We do cycles of 4-6 weeks, with a progressive intensity, and the last session is lighter.
Program:
15’ warm up
**To be defined**
Cool down to get back to the starting point… or more
S=All out sprint
RF = Run fast, at MAS (Maximum aerobic speed)
CF = Run comfortably fast (1h threshold)
J = Jog, recuperation
Notes:
It should take about one hour in total, as the cool down will end when we reach back to the meeting point.
It's NOT required to have an activity tracker or smart watch to be able to follow the program, as I'll be giving signals with a whistle.
For the "run" part, you can follow your own pace and we'll be regrouping in the "jog" part.
Intervals training is not advised for total beginners. To have an idea, the average pace at the warm up is around 5'45"/km-6'/km so this pace should feel very comfortable
***Acknowledgement of member responsibility and release of liability.***
By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.
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Japanese Conversation / 日本語/英語会話交流 @BXL
**PLEASE READ THE ATTENDANCE POLICY (below) IF IT'S YOUR FIRST TIME**
**SUNDAY COFFEE & JAPANESE CONVERSATION**
日曜日のコーヒー&日本語会話
Our "Japanese/English Conversation Exchange" offers you a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Japanese culture and language, all while helping native Japanese members to learn their target language.
私たちの「日本語/英語会話交流」は、日本の文化と言語の世界に没頭しながら、ネイティブの日本人メンバーが英語、フランス語、またはオランダ語を学ぶのを手助けするユニークな機会を提供します。
**Date: /** 日付:**(almost) every Sunday**
**Time: /** 時間:**from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm**
**Location: /** 場所:**Cafe Caberdouche - Place de la Liberté 8, 1000 Bruxelles**
**Venue Note: /** 会場の注意:**The manager of the cafe kindly accepted us to book a table on a regular basis. To thank him for his kindness, please order AT LEAST ONE DRINK**. カフェのマネージャーが親切にも私たちに定期的にテーブルを予約することを承諾してくださいました。その親切に感謝の意を示すために、少なくとも1杯のドリンクを注文してください。
**Location Assistance: /** 場所の案内:**If you can't find us, ask one of the waiters. They know where we are :) You can also send us a message.**
私たちを見つけられない場合は、ウェイターの一人に尋ねてください。彼らは私たちがどこにいるか知っています :) メッセージも送っていただけます。
**Event Agenda: /** イベントのアジェンダ:
* **4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: JAPANESE CONVERSATION** \- Join us for the Japanese conversation and cultural exploration\. Beginners are welcome / 日本語会話 \- 最初の30分は日本語の会話と文化探求に充てられています。初心者も聞くだけでも歓迎です。30分後に参加しても構いません。多言語交換 \- ベルギーの多様性を体験し、ネイティブの日本人メンバーが英語、フランス語、またはオランダ語を学びたいと熱心に待っています。さまざまな言語で異文化交流の会話に参加しましょう。私たちの日本の友人にベルギーの文化、伝統、生活を紹介しましょう。
* **6:00 PM: EVENT CONCLUSION** \- Please respect the event's start and end times to maximize your language exchange opportunities\. Your participation and enthusiasm are appreciated\! イベントの終了 \- イベントの開始時間と終了時間を尊重して、言語交換の機会を最大限に活用してください。参加と熱意に感謝します!
**Attendance Policy: --->** 以下の日本語
* We're excited to have you join our events and appreciate your commitment to learning and growing together. To ensure a productive and enjoyable experience for all participants, please take note of our attendance policy:
1. **Punctuality:** Please arrive on time for scheduled events. Late arrivals can disrupt the flow of the event and may miss important information.
2. **Language Commitment:** If you sign up for language-specific sessions, such as Japanese conversation or language exchange, we kindly request your commitment to actively participate in that language for the designated duration.
3. **Respect:** Treat fellow participants, organizers, and cafe staff with respect and courtesy. Harassment or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
4. **Removal Policy:** A participant who is not respectful towards other members will be removed from the group and blocked, with no warning. This point is not negotiable.
5. **Cancellation:** If you are unable to attend an event you've registered for, please let us know as soon as possible. This helps us plan accordingly and allows others to take your place if there's a waitlist.
6. **No-Show Policy:** Three no-shows (failing to attend without prior notice) may result in restrictions on event registration to ensure fairness to other participants.
By attending our events, you agree to adhere to these guidelines. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can learn and connect. Thank you for being part of our community!
**出席ポリシー:**
私たちは、イベントに参加していただけることを楽しみにしており、皆さんが一緒に学び成長することに取り組んでいただけることを感謝しています。すべての参加者が生産的で楽しい経験をするために、出席ポリシーにご留意ください:
1. 時間厳守:予定されたイベントには時間通りにお越しください。遅刻はイベントの流れを乱し、重要な情報を見逃す可能性があります。日本語のみのセッションは午後4時、全言語のセッションは午後4時30分開始です。
2. 言語へのコミットメント:日本語会話や言語交換など、特定の言語のセッションに登録された場合は、その言語での積極的な参加をお願いします。
3. 尊重:他の参加者、主催者、カフェのスタッフには敬意と礼儀をもって接してください。嫌がらせや迷惑行為は許容されません。
4. 退場ポリシー:他のメンバーに対して敬意を持たない参加者は、警告なしにグループから削除され、ブロックされます。このポイントは交渉の余地がありません。
5. キャンセル:登録したイベントに参加できない場合は、できるだけ早くお知らせください。これにより、他の人があなたの代わりを取ることができます。
6. ノーショーポリシー:事前の通知なしに3回のノーショー(欠席)がある場合は、他の参加者に公平になるようイベントの登録に制限がかかる場合があります。 私たちのイベントに参加することで、これらのガイドラインに従うことに同意するものとします。私たちはみなさんが学び、つながることができるように歓迎される包括的な環境を作り出すことを目指しています。コミュニティの一部としてご参加いただき、ありがとうございます!
**Note: Please stay tuned to our event page for updates and schedule changes. We can't wait to see you there and exchange languages, cultures, and stories!**
備考:更新やスケジュールの変更については、イベントページをご覧ください。そこで皆さんにお会いして、言語や文化、物語を交換できるのを楽しみにしています!
Saturday Morning Coffee - 10:00 @MIR Concept Coffee Store
Hi everyone,
This coffee morning event is @MIR Concept Coffee Store!
Saturday, 23 May 2026, from 10:00 - 13:00.
MIR opened its doors 4 years ago, right off Place Jourdan.
Doriana, the owner, is a super nice host, and is excited to have our group as her café.
The café is very beautiful and has great coffee, and many yummy food options.
Their Instagram channel:
https://www.instagram.com/mirconceptstore/
**The address is:**
MIR Concept Coffee Store
Rue Gray 4A
1040 Etterbeek
***
1. The **prime time** of the event is **10:30 - 12:30**. That's when most people will be there.
2. When you enter the gallery, it's either on the right-hand side or left-hand side of its hallway, depending which entrance you take.
3. If you intend **to join past 12:00** (high noon), then there is no need to register. Just come and join!
4. **DON'T forget to cancel** if you can't join!
5. **Please, be respectful towards each other during the event. (And after ;))**
**As always, feel free to follow us on INSTAGRAM!**
[https://instagram.com/weekendmorningcoffee?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==](https://instagram.com/weekendmorningcoffee?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==)
**THE STRUCTURE of THE EVENT:**
* I will post the event on Saturday/Sunday evening for the following Saturday.
* I send out a reminder to everyone on Friday.
* There is sometimes a waiting list.
* In case RSVP is closed (once there are 10-15 people on the waiting list), I might reopen it on Friday, depending on the number of cancellations in the meantime.
* **For everyone on the waiting,** please check your status and messages on Friday evening the latest. I message everyone on the waiting list on Friday.
* **Please, move to "not going" AS SOON AS you know that you can't come anymore, that includes everyone who is on the waiting list.**
**IMPORTANT:**
* **Please, be respectful towards each other during the event. (And after ;))**
* When you register yourself, be careful not to register accidentally a +1 guest (unless you bring a guest). It happens very often.
* If you have any questions then, message me.
***
**A MESSAGE FOR NEWCOMERS:**
*In the three years of hosting this coffee group, I have met many people who struggle with anxieties when coming to an event for the first time. Sometimes, it took them more than one attempt before being able to join.*
*Occasionally, people reach out to me before the event, and I have always been grateful for that as it offers the opportunity to communicate with each other and to find the best and most gentle way for that person to join the group.*
*I would like to encourage everyone who struggles with this to contact me before. It would really be too bad if you can't join us, as it mostly gets better the second or third time you come.*
*In addition to that, if you arrive and notice any signs of nervousness or fear, you can always let me know right then.*
**THANK YOU AND SEE YOU ALL ON Saturday!**
Write Together!
Spend time in the company of other writers putting pen to paper, or fingers to keyboard. Work on your current project or start something new. If you are fresh out of inspiration a member of the Wordcraft Collective will be ready with a prompt to get you going. You can use that to unlock your creative brain before moving back to your own project or run with it. Who knows where the story will take you?
Arrive when you like, leave when you like, or join us for a drink in the bar downstairs afterwards.
Location: Pianofabriek, Rue du Fort 35, 1060 Saint-Gilles.
Sunday Electronics Workshop
This workshop series is a **follow-up to the ESP32 Robotics workshop**, but with a different concept. Here, there will be no subject set in advance, instead **all participants are welcome to join at any point and at any level, from beginner to expert**. Beginners will be guided though the basics (C programming, how to use measurement tools, soldering, PCB design, etc…) and can get advice on what tools and kits to start with, others can come with their own projects to get help or share some knowledge.
## Requirements
* Bring your own laptop (Windows, Linux or Mac)
* Any microcontroller/dev kit to develop your project(s). If you are a beginner and don’t know what to buy, come and we’ll find the best starter kit for you !
* A strong desire to learn stuff, good mood and some patience !
Digital freedom for all: First Hands-on Workshop in Brussels
# Digital freedom isn't just for techies. It's for everyone.
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will learn how to adopt Europe-made **and/or** open-source day-to-day applications to gain independence from big tech providers.
Concretely:
1. Understand which Europe-made **or** open-source applications exist in the market for *email, calendar, chat, browser, search engine, operating system, etc.*
2. Step-by-step instructions on how to install and configure. You choose which apps you feel comfortable testing!
# Agenda
1. Welcome & Introduction (10min)
2. Short documentary on Digital Sovereignty (10min)
3. Hands-on workshop (90min)
Together, we can move away from surveillance platforms toward open-source and privacy-friendly alternatives.
Europe's digital future depends on choices we make today and it starts with the tools on your phone and computer.
## Inspired by Ghent’s Digital Sovereignty movement
Inspired by FOSS workshops that have been thriving in Ghent, this event brings hands-on guidance to help you make the switch, step by step, at your own pace.
# What to bring
**Preferably**: Laptop.
**Optional**: Phone or tablet & USB Stick (8GB)
We will work with all types of applications *(email, calendar, chat, browser, search engine, operating system, etc.)* but **you choose** the ones you would like to adopt!
# About the organizers
This initiative is entirely self-funded, rooted in the belief that understanding our digital world should be open to everyone.
## Carolina Aguilar
Carolina is an engineer by training who has spent a career at the intersection of data and artificial intelligence. Deeply committed to European Digital Sovereignty, she hosts this independent workshop to empower others with the knowledge needed to navigate and shape Europe's digital future.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolina-aguilar/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolina-aguilar/)
## Tom Michels
Tom is a co-founder and community builder at Flordi (Ghent), a meeting place for changemakers who want to build a more just and ecological society. With a cafe, coworking, cohousing, market and events, the aim is to inspire, connect and co-create with people, businesses and organizations. Tom is convinced that when working together like we do with Free Open Source Software (FOSS), we can change the world!
Since January 2025 Tom co-hosted around 20 FOSS-workshops together with the FOSS community in Ghent. This time, he's coming to Brussels to share with us the learnings from those events.
[https://social.flordi.be/@tom](https://social.flordi.be/@tom)
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-michels/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-michels/)
Let's Write!
Let's meet to write !
Schedule :
11:00 - 11:30 am : Presentation tour. Share briefly with the group about your project and your "goal of the day".
11:30 - 13:30 : Let's write !
13:30 : Conclusion tour. Did you achieve your goal of the day ?
See you soon !
How can karma help you + Meditation
Register yourself on the [website to receive the full details](https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/j5YTbU6YaGLgGOXyvMNn).
How can you benefit from learning more about karma and YOUR karma?
Join us to learn more about karma and practices that you can use to improve your own life!
The talk will be followed by a guided meditation to bless ourselves and the Earth, called Twin Hearts Meditation.
WE NEED LOVE, THE WORLD NEEDS LOVE
Sunday
10:30 - 11:30
Av Louise 505, Brussel
Donation-based.
There is a box at the entrance to receive your donation
Register yourself on the link a the top to receive all the details
This talk + meditation is followed by a Pranic Healing session, a powerful healing system to bring more inner peace, self-connection, and emotional and physical healing. You can register yourself the [healing session that follows here](https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/7QLiiTnqLMxNg6Bdm5Bm).
With love,
Juliana
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Ensuring Software Quality in the world of AI Developers - Matt Eland
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
Like it or not, AI agents are now capable of turning a quickly written paragraph of requirements into a pull request that is ready to be integrated into real-world production applications and it's now our responsibility to make sure AI doesn't go rogue and take down prod - or corrupt our data by misunderstanding the requirements or our existing schemas. In this session we'll explore strategies to protect our codebases through unit and integration testing, documentation, and code review along with additional ways of providing context and guard rails to our AI agents as they carry out the work we've assigned them to do. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm grasp of the problem and understand some helpful options for protecting your codebase from vibe coding mishaps getting YOLOed into prod.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Level One Tuesdays (Bachata & Salsa Dance Lessons)
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Salsamante Dance Academy will be at Swerve Every Tuesday Night to share the Rhythm & Energy of Bachata & Salsa.
These are Beginner Level lessons to get you comfortable and understand the two dances. Spread the Good News to all.
Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex
640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A, Worthington, OH 43085
Bachata 7pm-8pm
Salsa 8pm-9pm
$15 - One Lesson
$20 - Both Lessons
Gold Star Business Networking
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!
DoJo (Informal Python Meeting)
**Latest Dojo Location!**
**Knotty Pine Brewing**
1765 W 3rd Ave,
Columbus, OH 43212
We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works
Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead.
We're looking for speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community.
https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9
Drop-In-Person Coaching (In-Person)
Have a small business? Ever wish you could just ask some questions around how to grow your business, get more customers or just know what the freak you are doing with sales?
Now is your chance!! Every month we are hosting the "Ask an Expert" at the Columbus Metro Library, Main campus. I will be there to answer your Sales related questions.
Drop-in for sales coaching designed to help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals sharpen their sales approach. Whether you have questions on how to refine your pitch, are looking to close deals more quickly, or are working on building better client relationships, Smashing Your Sales Goals Coaches are here to help.
Drop-in to get expert insights, actionable strategies and real-time solutions to grow your business and generate higher profits.
Drop-In Sales Coaching is FREE + OPEN to the public. No appointment needed. First come, first served.
EPIC Learning created. Accelerate Columbus supported.
ASH UU Topic: TBD
ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio
TBD
Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!




















