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Join us at Museum Strauhof for an opportunity to enjoy, discuss and learn from excellent writing. We'll have a private room at Zurich's literature museum, less than a 10 minute walk from Zurich HB. There will be three reading and discussion slots and an opportunity to meet other writers. A few notes for prospective writers: 1. You aren’t required to share your own work and should feel encouraged to attend simply to enjoy and discuss the work of others, if you prefer. 2. All genres, formats, and styles of creative writing welcome, noting that the focus will be on discussing English-language fiction (or creative non-fiction). Poetry is likely to be better suited to the marvellous Zürich Poetry Club. 3. All abilities are welcome, from those just starting out to those who have already made progress in their writing, from hobbyists to professionals. 4. There will be three reading slots for each session, allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. Please indicate in the comments for the event if you would like to share something. 5. If you would like to share your writing with the group, you can do so either by reading aloud or allowing group members to read directly. You can expect to read for 5-7 minutes (approximately 600-1000 words) with 15-20 minutes provided for discussion afterwards. 6. If possible, please bring sufficient copies of any writing that you would like to present, so that everyone can read it themselves. You can also request written feedback. 7. Improving as a writer requires both guidance and encouragement, so you can expect the discussion to be constructive and courteous - we all know how challenging it can be. We hope that you will be able to join, and look forward to seeing you there!

Angular Zürich is back this April with two exciting talks exploring the future of Angular and modern application architecture. In the first talk, **Tomas Trajan** presents *“Embracing agentic future with Angular Skills & MCP”* He will explore how Angular is evolving in the age of intelligent, agent-driven systems, and what skills developers need to stay ahead. Expect insights into modern Angular capabilities, emerging patterns, and how MCP and agent-based approaches are shaping the future of frontend development. The second talk by **Mateusz Halada**, *“Gone without a Zone - Understanding Zoneless Angular”* dives into one of the most important shifts in Angular’s evolution. You’ll learn what it means to go zoneless, why it matters for performance and developer experience, and how to approach building applications without Zone.js. Join us for an evening of forward-looking Angular topics, practical insights, and great discussions with the community. **Agenda** * 18:00 – **Doors open** * 18:15 - 18:30 – **Intro** * 18:30 - 19:00 – **Tomas Trajan** \- Embracing agentic future with Angular Skills & MCP * 19:05 - 19:45 – **Mateusz Halada** \- Gone without a Zone \- Understanding Zoneless Angular * 19:50 - 21:00 – **Networking**

**Pizza, Pasta & UX: Join us for the Post-Meetup Dinner!** 🍕 Want to keep the conversation going after the UX meetup? Join us for dinner right after! We have reserved a table at our favorite local Italian restaurant. They have welcomed us many times with delicious food and a cozy atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to unwind and discuss the evening's topics over some tasty pizza or pasta. **Important:** Please register here to save your seat. This reservation is exclusive to attendees of the main meetup of the same day. See you there! The LTT Team

The AI & Generative AI Exchange brings together senior decision-makers, technical leaders, and builders from across Switzerland and beyond. This is not a product showcase or a traditional conference. It's about peer-to-peer dialogue, practical lessons, and collaborative problem-solving for organizations facing similar AI challenges.

We're planning the next Hackergarten Zurich 🥳 We're looking forward to see some familiar faces and share knowledge within the open-source community. Spread the word — everyone is welcome! Bring your project, a bug, a feature, a question... or just your time and enthusiasm 💜 As always there will be free drinks, beer and pizza, sponsored by Quatico. As usual we briefly present the open-source projects we'd like to work on, break up into groups and try to make an actual contribution. We offer free pizza, beverages and depending on weather conditions a great view on Zurich West from the rooftop terrace. Many thanks to Quatico (https://www.quatico.com) for hosting the event!

**[Bring a Book, Share a Story](https://www.analog-connection.com/event-details/bring-a-book-share-a-story)** *Not a book club. Just an easy evening of books, stories, and honest conversation with people you haven't met yet.* Here's the idea: you bring one book that helped you through a change, a challenge, or a meaningful moment in your life — and we share the stories behind them over dinner. It could be a novel that got you through a difficult winter. A non-fiction book you picked up during a career shift. Something a friend pressed into your hands at exactly the right moment. Fiction, non-fiction, serious, surprising — anything goes, as long as it meant something. No reading required in advance. No literary knowledge needed. Whether you read one book a year or one a week, you're welcome here. **What to expect:** A small group around a table. A relaxed, facilitated conversation. Casual food, honest talk, no pressure to perform. *Come with a book, a story to share and an open mind* 📅 Thu\, 30 April 2026 \|18\.30\-20\.30 📍 Zurich Old Town (Specifics will be announced closer to date) 🎟 Free, but Space is limited so secure your spot early.

**Most products are designed to move people in a certain direction.** But when it comes to behaviour change, pressure and punishment **often** **backfire.** They may create short-term compliance, but they can also leave users feeling guilty, frustrated, or simply ready to give up. **In this talk, Mi Xue Tan explores how UX can support lasting behaviour change through positive reinforcement.** Instead of designing systems that fight human psychology, she looks at how we can build experiences that work with it — reducing resistance, creating motivation, and supporting small steps that add up over time. This matters for the UX community because every product shapes behaviour. When we design with human needs and motivation in mind, retention does not have to be forced. It can emerge more naturally through experiences that feel supportive, effective, and genuinely human. **[Mi Xue Tan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mi-xue-tan-3030b5120/)** works at the intersection of data, user research, and human behavior. With a background in data science and UX research, her work xplores how thoughtful design and positive reinforcement can support meaningful behavior change. Her focus: using data, psychology, and good communication to **create experiences that people don’t just use — but stick with.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 💬 The Talk is in **English** 📍 The event will be held at ETH Zürich Maschinenbau ML, **Room F36** We kindly ask you to arrive *10 minutes* early of the event start, so everyone can find a seat due to high attendance. *Thank you!*

**👉[Ticket needed (click here)](https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/sport-fitness/wandern/walk-and-connect-easy-trail-on-zuerichberg-7454193680942931647.html) or** [www.social-circle.ch](http://www.social-circle.ch/) **🌿 Social Sunday Trail on Zürichberg – Walk, Talk & Connect! 🥾💬** Join us for a relaxed trail on Zürichberg with fresh air, easy forest paths, and great conversations. We’ll match you with new people for one-on-one chats along the way – less small talk, more real connection. 😊 It’s the perfect Sunday plan to slow down, enjoy nature, and meet like-minded people in a beautiful part of Zurich. **👋 Coming alone? That’s totally fine!** We’ll match you with people who share your vibe using the Social Circle app (onboarding during the event). 📲 Stay in the loop: Join our WhatsApp group for updates and the live meeting location on the day: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGKLziV4s7bLZWEiouTQhi](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGKLziV4s7bLZWEiouTQhi) If the link doesn’t open on your phone, try using WhatsApp Web on your computer. **🕒 Timeline** * ⏰ 11:20 – Meet under the big clock at Zurich Main Station (HB) * 🚋 11:45 – Take tram line 6 from Bahnhofplatz/HB to Zoo * 🚶 12:05 – Short walk to the trail entrance on Zürichberg * ❄️ 12:15 – Quick icebreakers to get things flowing * 🗣️ 12:30 – Easy trail through the forest with one-on-one matchups (we switch partners along the way) * 🏙️ 15:00 – Head back to the city 🎒 What to Bring * 📱 Your smartphone for the friend-matching * 👟 Comfy shoes for forest paths * 🥤 Water and a small snack Let’s make your Sunday social, simple, and refreshing! 🌳💬 **Disclaimer** Participation in this event requires a valid ticket, which must be purchased in advance via the link provided in the event description. Please note that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. We do not accept cash payments on the day of the event. To ensure a smooth and safe experience, we kindly ask all participants to follow the instructions and announcements from the event organizers. While our team works hard to create an enjoyable and welcoming atmosphere, attendance is at your own risk. We want everyone to feel comfortable and respected. If you encounter any issues or uncomfortable situations during the event, please speak directly to a member of our team — we’re here to help. We reserve the right to exclude participants from the event if they do not adhere to basic standards of respectful interpersonal behavior. This decision is at the discretion of the responsible organizers. By signing up, you agree that any content captured during the event (including photos and videos) may be used on Social Circle’s social media channels and those of our partners. Please be aware that we cannot wait for late participants, as this disrupts the planned group flow and connections. If you're delayed or choose a different route, it’s your responsibility to catch up with the group. A live location will be shared in the event's WhatsApp chat to help you reconnect. Join out Whatsapp newsletter: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KWSK2jINyuG9uHHjtxfnmP?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KWSK2jINyuG9uHHjtxfnmP?mode=gi_t)

**Ein Moment ausserhalb der Zeit – Fotografischer Streifzug durch die Zürcher Altstadt** Wir tauchen gemeinsam in eine andere Zeit ein und nutzen die Kulisse der Zürcher Altstadt als Bühne für eine besondere fotografische Begegnung. Unsere beiden Modelle **Alla und Jens** tragen sorgfältig ausgewählte historische Kleidung, die der Szene Tiefe, Authentizität und erzählerische Kraft verleiht. Während wir gemeinsam durch die Gassen der Altstadt flanieren, entstehen Bilder zwischen Vergangenheit und Gegenwart – ruhig, entschleunigt und bewusst gestaltet. Der Fokus liegt auf: * Arbeiten mit natürlichem Licht * Bildaufbau und Komposition im urban-historischen Raum * Fotografischem Storytelling mit Menschen * Bewusstem Sehen statt Serienfeuer Das Event ist **geeignet für Anfänger:innen bis ambitionierte Fotograf:innen**. Es geht nicht um Technikdruck, sondern um Wahrnehmung, Gestaltung und Austausch. Fragen, Experimente und unterschiedliche fotografische Ansätze sind ausdrücklich willkommen. **Wichtiges auf einen Blick:** * 📍 Zwinglipl. 4, 8001 Zürich * 👥 Maximal **10 Teilnehmende** für intensives Arbeiten * 📷 Kamera mit Wechselobjektiv empfohlen (keine Pflicht) * 🚶‍♂️ Lockerer Fotowalk, kein Leistungs- oder Zeitdruck Die Teilnahme gilt erst nach dem Zahlungseingang als bestätigt. Ein Event für alle, die Lust haben, Fotografie als bewussten Moment ausserhalb der Zeit zu erleben.

**Deep Rest & Relaxation Circle – Yoga Nidra, Gentle Yoga & Sound Healing** *(By donation – all are welcome)* You’re warmly invited to a nourishing relaxation circle designed to help you slow down, soften, and reconnect with yourself. Together we’ll explore deep rest through gentle yoga, effortless Yoga Nidra meditation (practiced lying down), and soothing sound healing with Tibetan singing bowls — all held in a friendly, supportive circle. This is a space to pause, breathe, and return to your heart, your inner calm, and your natural intuition. **This practice can support:** * Relief from stress, anxiety, and tension * Deep relaxation and nervous system reset * Better sleep * Emotional balance and uplift * Greater clarity, confidence, and creativity * Enhanced intuition * Meaningful, heart-centred connections with others ### What to expect **🌿 Gentle, Nourishing Yoga** Slow, accessible movements to release tension, support energy flow, and reconnect with your body’s wisdom and vitality. **🌙 Yoga Nidra (guided deep rest)** A zero-effort meditation practiced lying down. Yoga Nidra allows the body and mind to fully rest and restore, helping to calm the nervous system, release anxiety, improve sleep, and gently unwind exhaustion and overwhelm. **🔔 Sound Healing** Tibetan singing bowls guide you into deep presence and relaxation. The vibrations support the release of tension, stress, fatigue, and emotional holding, creating an optimal state for rest and self-healing. Everything is provided — just bring comfortable clothes and an open heart. **Contribution:** Suggested donation: **30.–** If cost is a barrier, please contribute what you can — everyone is welcome. **Booking:** Please WhatsApp or text me on **078 246 50 91** to join, as I don’t use Meetup regularly and bookings are managed via WhatsApp. More info: **[www.reconnectiorest.org](http://www.reconnectiorest.org)** I look forward to sharing this peaceful, nourishing time together. With love, **Myriam** 💛

Join us for a day of photographing a variety of racing cars and motorbikes at this hillclimb event at Mutschellen (between Dietikon and Bremgarten). Although competitive racing (and specifically overtaking) are not allowed in Switzerland, there are occasionally some opportunities to see some racing cars and this is one. There is a paddock at the bottom where the cars and bikes are prepared and set off in groups up the hill. You can stand in various locations along the route. There are usually some stands selling food and drinks. **Tickets**: CHF20 per person, payable to the event organisers (not PICZ!) on arrival. If coming by car, **parking** is an additional CHF7. **\*\*if this Meetup event is full, of course you can come as a private individual, it may be difficult for more than about 10 members of the club to meet up and stay loosely together!\*\*** **You will need:** * Your camera (preferably with good predictive autofocus) * A variety of lenses, from standard or even wide angle for the paddock, to telephoto to follow the cars and bikes up the hill. * Advisable to bring at least something to drink, you may wish to bring your own lunch too. * Suitable shoes for walking/hiking, there are paths and also grassy fields, there may be some mud. * Clothes: the weather can be variable at this time of year, could be anything from rain to strong sunshine or a mix of both! **Meeting up:** I suggest we try to meet close to the paddock (before the start line) in the morning, although this can be noisy when the engines are started. I will create a WhatsApp group for participants. **Getting there:** * By car, there are temporary car parks in the fields typically on the north end of the site. Look for Bahnhof Rudolfstetten on your SatNav and then follow the signs to the car parks. * By public transport, travel to Bahnhof Rudolfstetten near Berikon & Widen, for example from Zürich HB, zou could take the S12 towards Brugg at 09:14, followed by he S17 at Dietikon at 09:33 to Rudolfstetten. * Please be aware this will be a very busy public event and you may need to queue to buy tickets to get in, so allow time to arrive and meet the group. More information about the event itself here: [https://gpmutschellen.ch/](https://gpmutschellen.ch/)

**Walk description:** We start atn the train Appenzell at 9:30 and then continue to St Gallen. We must reach it before 17:00 for the concert. The walk can be significantly shortened in the end by taking the bus if we are not fast enough. [von Appenzell nach Sankt Gallen | Wanderung | Komoot](https://www.komoot.com/de-de/tour/2884072549?share_token=aCRtS9r429obmCjLK4w3DBjtvDOElB6nTMSd7JICekuVVFTfE1&ref=wtd) You need to be fit and have good shoes **More information about the concert** It is free but donation are welcome. [Konzertflyer26_quer](https://www.hsgalumnisymphonyorchestra.com/_files/ugd/063be0_dfb383f200774bb891a5a1612f48cf45.pdf)I **How to go with the train (from Zurich and I will meet you on the way):** [Verbindungen Zürich HB nach Appenzell | Das Online-Portal der SBB für Fahrplan, Zug und ÖV](https://www.sbb.ch/de?stops=Z%C3%BCrich+HB_I8503000~Appenzell_I8506286&day=2026-05-03&time=05_48&moment=dep&cursor=M3xPRnxNVMK1MTTCtTIwNDkwMsK1MjA0OTAywrUyMDUwMTfCtTIwNTAxN8K1MMK1MMK1MTI1wrUyMDQ4NzjCtTXCtTDCtTLCtTDCtTDCtS0yMTQ3NDgzNjQ4wrUxwrUyfFBESMK1YWM1NWJlZDdjNTg3OTJhNzliOTYzZDU0NTc1NDYzZDZ8UkTCtTMwNTIwMjZ8UlTCtTU0ODAwfFVTwrUwfFJTwrVJTklU&trip=2) **dedicated whatapp group** [WhatsApp-Gruppeneinladung](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LW1IOQ2I0mGHlg7QvFTrRb) **Registration:** To sign up, please select "Yes" in the WhatsApp community survey for this activity: [🌄 Switzerland Discovery Crew (Preferred Ages 18-35)🌄 | WhatsApp-Kanal](https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaoercY1XquRrJm58k3V) If the event will happen in more than 30 days, I haven't added the survey in the channel yet. (Because message in a WhatsApp channel can be read by a new member only 30 days before he joins. But you can already enter the corresponding WhatsApp group) If you are concerned about privacy, only the admin of a WhatsApp channel can see who has voted in a poll (unlike a WhatsApp group). Please sign up only when you are certain! You can also register through Meetup, as it helps build momentum; however, I rely only on the number of people who signed up through the WhatsApp survey.ö

🔥 One-day training in Zürich - May 2nd Feeling stuck or ready for more in life? ELEVATE is a practical, interactive one-day experience for ambitious people who want clarity, direction, and momentum. You will not just listen — you will take part in powerful exercises, connect with like-minded people, and leave with real insights and a clear next step. 📍GZ Riesbach, Zürich 📅 May 2, 2026 — 10:00 to 19:00 🎟️ Early Bird: 99 CHF (normally 199 CHF) 🎁 Zürich Together members: use coupon code [Elevate-Together] for −25 CHF ✅ Full refund if not satisfied Only 40 seats. 👉 Learn more: www.elevatelife.ch 👉 Get your ticket: https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/courses-seminars/coaching/elevate-7427697923368960257.html

Welcome back to Papers We Love, Zurich! In this session, Daniel Galán Pascual, a PhD student in the Information Security group at ETH Zürich, will present "**A Gentle Introduction to Ownership Types in Rust**". Ownership types are what give Rust its memory safety guarantees: the compiler statically rules out entire classes of bugs (use-after-free, data races, dangling pointers) with no garbage collector and no runtime cost. Through worked examples, the talk builds a working understanding of ownership in practice, drawing on the conceptual model of "[A Grounded Conceptual Model for Ownership Types in Rust](https://arxiv.org/abs/2309.04134)" and its accompanying Aquascope tool. **Why care?** * ***For systems programmers***: ownership types are a general approach to resource management that shows up across many languages, with Rust being the most prominent industrial example. The intuition you build means finally making sense of borrow checker errors when they matter most, both in Rust and beyond it. * ***For PL and type-theory enthusiasts***: ownership types have deep connections to linear and affine type theory. Seeing them in an industrial language reveals how theory meets real-world complexity. The talk will be 45-60 minutes, followed by discussion, Q&A and snacks. No prior background in type systems or Rust is required. However, basic systems programming background will be beneficial.

Topic to be announced. **CALL FOR SPEAKERS** Learn more: https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/ **THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: https://www.veeam.com/ **DIRECTIONS** 8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH go to 4th floor. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.

Our monthly PHP meetup. A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm

FREE event [https://www.ccad.edu/chroma](https://www.ccad.edu/chroma) Friday, May 15, 3–7 p.m. CCAD campus, 60 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH Join Columbus College of Art & Design for *2025* *Chroma: Best of CCAD*, our annual campuswide exhibition showcasing outstanding student work from across the college’s academic programs. This faculty-juried show features select work from CCAD students of all class years, and is a can’t-miss end-of-year campus celebration recognizing their tremendous achievements. It’ll be a night of fun and entertainment, with interactive games, animation and film screenings, art symposiums, poetry and prose readings, and more (along with some of the best local food trucks). *Chroma* is free and open to all. Many exhibitions including... **Game Art & Design:** **DSB, first floor, Welcome Center lobby and Room 115**

We will have our certified mediums available and you can receive 3 10-minute readings for $20. To keep you safe, we will be following all CDC and Health Dept. guidelines at our psychic fair today. Sitters and readers required to wear a mask. We will maintain a minimum of 6 foot physical distance during readings. Please, if you can, bring your own portable chair to use during your readings. Please note that we are at our wonderful new home at Unity of Columbus, 4211 Maize Road, Columbus, OH

Let’s meet, wander the exhibits and open galleries, and enjoy an evening out in the Franklinton Arts District. (Nearby pay parking is available in the garage on McDowell, right around the corner from One Line Coffee, and, past it along the curb as McDowell dead ends.)