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*If you're driving, you may park at Pinnacle@Duxton and walk over* If you're looking to meet fellow entrepreneurs, **grow your network**, or simply unwind over some drinks - then look no further! Starting in February 2025, join us at a cozy bistro bar in the city every 2nd Wednesday of the month for dinner-and-drinks style business networking session right in the heart of Singapore. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event is for anyone who values authentic connections over formalities. So do drop by, grab some food and drink, and get the conversations going! **Why Attend?** * **Casual, No-Pressure Environment**: No formal speeches or sales pitches—just genuine conversations with fellow entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners. * **Expand Your Network**: Connect with people who understand the challenges and rewards of building a business. Whether you’re looking for collaborations, advice, or just good company, you’ll find it here. * **Share Ideas & Insights**: Got a business challenge or a new idea? Bounce it off others who’ve been there and can offer fresh perspectives. * **Tap into Regional Opportunities**: Our network extends to affiliated chapters in Malaysia, Myanmar, and Taiwan, giving you access to connections across Southeast Asia. * **Young Entrepreneur Energy:** This event has started running in February 2025 by a young budding Singapore entrepreneur for entrepreneurs, network with confidence! **Who Should Attend** * Entrepreneurs * Aspiring founders * Freelancers * Investors **Ground Rules** * Buy your own drink and food: While there is no entrance fee to attend, it is courtesy for you to buy something from the venue that is hosting us. No if's or but's. If you are allergic to any and all food and drinks on the menu, buy anything off the menu and gift it to another person. If you already ate before coming, do at least get a drink. With networking, you're bound to get thirsty anyway (haha) * No hard selling: You are free to network and mingle - but please do not force others or the organizers to sit through your pitch. * Have basic decency and manners: All kinds of people attends our networking sessions. You may not agree with some of them, but do be civil about it.

🎤 The Premium Vocal Class in Singapore Meet the No.1 Korean Vocal Trainer since 2012 “Bring the song you cannot sing now — I’ll make sure you can. If not, I’ll refund.” ⸻ Why Choose LIM MIRI (林美利)? ✨ Singapore’s Top Korean Vocal Coach • 13+ years of teaching (since 2012) • Holder of National Level 1 Vocal Training Certificate • Winner of Busan MBC Hyunin Music Competition 🏆 • Vocal coach of the 2024 Best Song Award Winner • Professional singer & teacher with international stage experience ⸻ N-in-1 Premium Class With one coach, you can master all genres: • 🎼 Classical vocalisation • 🎷 Jazz vocalisation • 🎤 Pop, K-pop, J-pop, C-pop • 🎸 Rock vocalisation 👉 No need for multiple teachers. 👉 A single, streamlined premium program to cover every vocal style. ⸻ The Guarantee: High Notes, Real Voice 🎶 +5 Keys Up in Chest Voice — Guaranteed If you can’t reach the high notes with your real voice (진성), I will refund. That’s how confident I am. Bring the songs you cannot sing now — you’ll sing them flawlessly within my training. ⸻ More Than Singing — A Voice for Life This is not just about singing. I also provide speech correction & vocal health training for: • Professionals who lose their voice easily when speaking • Students struggling with presentation & public speaking • Anyone who wants a clear, powerful daily voice 👉 When your voice changes, your whole life becomes happier. ⸻ The Premium Experience 💎 Every session is 3x more effective than ordinary classes. 💎 In just 4 lessons, you will discover your inner voice. 💎 A deep, high-quality curriculum designed originally for students preparing to debut as professional singers in Korea. This is not a casual hobby class — it’s a transformational premium program that delivers results. ⸻ Courses 💎 Trial Session 40 minutes — only $20 🎤 1:1 Premium Coaching $550 / 1 pax / 4 lessons / 45 min each 🎶 2 Pax Group Session $350 / each pax / 4 lessons / 50 min each ⸻ Start Now 🎵 Don’t miss the chance to learn from the best Korean vocal trainer in Singapore. 📩 Contact me today and experience the class that no one else can offer. ⸻ 🔖 #PremiumVocalClass #LuxuryTraining 🔖 #Kpop #Pop #Jazz #Classical #R&B #Cpop #Jpop 🔖 #HighNoteGuarantee #LifeChangingVoice whatsapp 89553824

Check out our first 6 confirmed speakers for CityJS Singapore! 🎉 We’re currently looking for additional speakers and event sponsors—if you're passionate about the future of the web, we’d love to hear from you. AI is rapidly transforming the tech landscape. CityJS brings together developers, architects, and web professionals to discover emerging trends, explore evolving technologies, and stay ahead in a world that’s constantly changing. Get your tickets - **[https://singapore.cityjsconf.org/buytickets](https://singapore.cityjsconf.org/buytickets)** p/s: Look out for special meetup session in KL after the conference.

Please register here: [https://forms.office.com/e/CsfCb5ad63](https://forms.office.com/e/CsfCb5ad63) Join us for the first **n8n Network Singapore** meetup — a recurring networking session for professionals using n8n in production or enterprise pilots. This event is about meeting other practitioners, comparing approaches, and sharing what’s actually working in real organizations. **What to expect:** * **Introductions & networking** — who you are, what you’re automating, what stack you’re in * **Open discussion** — best practices, patterns, and common pitfalls in enterprise usage * **Challenge exchange** — bring a problem (security, governance, scaling, reliability, connectors, monitoring) and get peer input * **Topics for next meetups** — shape future sessions (talks, demos, roundtables) This is a practitioner-focused meetup (not a beginner tutorial). Come ready to share experiences and learn from others. We’ll be meeting at the bar "**bbj"** (11 Bishan Street 21, #01-01, Singapore 573943), so you can grab **drinks and snacks** while we chat. The focus is on **networking, socializing, and practical exchange**, so there won’t be big presentations or a formal agenda. If you have something you’d like to dive into (workflows, architecture, governance, tricky bugs), feel free to bring a laptop.

Welcome! Gist below! :-) 1. Bring a book to the meet! 2. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry). 3. Say hi to the folks. 4. Read! 5. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :) Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-) This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance! Nearest MRT: Bugis (DT14/EW12)

**\*Subject: Join Me at the Next BNI Chapter Meeting!\*** Hi, I hope this message finds you well. I would like to extend a special invitation to you to join me at our upcoming BNI Chapter meeting. It's an event I'm excited about, and I believe you'll find it both valuable and enjoyable. BNI (Business Network International) has been a game-changer for my business, helping me connect with like-minded professionals, expand my network, and generate quality referrals. I believe that you, too, could benefit from being a part of our dynamic BNI Chapter. At the meeting, you'll have the opportunity to: * Network with fellow professionals from various industries. * Share information about your business and what types of referrals you are seeking. * Learn more about the power of referral marketing and how it can boost your business. * Discover the success stories of other BNI members. This meeting is a great chance for you to see firsthand BNI's incredible potential and how it can help you grow your business. I will be there to introduce you to fellow members and guide you through the process. Date: 9 May 2024 Time:7.30 am to 10.00 am Fee: $58 Venue: Chui Huay Lim Club 190 Keng Lee Road #04-01 Singapore 308409 Dress Code: Business Attire If you can make it, please RSVP by 8 May at 4.00 pm so we can ensure your spot at the meeting. [https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/9-may-24-bni-synergy-weekly-networking-meeting-tickets-885471006617?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/9-may-24-bni-synergy-weekly-networking-meeting-tickets-885471006617?aff=oddtdtcreator) I genuinely believe that your presence at this meeting can significantly impact your business and professional network. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to let me know. I'm looking forward to seeing you at the BNI Chapter meeting and introducing you to this fantastic group of business professionals. Together, we can take our businesses to new heights. Best regards, P/S: For more information about BNI, click here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTLWbaIKJuw&t=5s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTLWbaIKJuw&t=5s) To find out more about BNI Synergy, click here [www.bnisynergy.sg](http://www.bnisynergy.sg) If you have any questions, please feel free to WhatsApp me at 98394575 or Email soononn@kashacademy.com

Come out burn some calories midweek riding 2 loops at Seletar airport follow with after ride MBG small session You will Never ride alone with MBG as no rider will be left behind (unless extreme circumstances). Weather check at 7.00pm Meet at 8.00pm Rolling off 8.15pm Do look out for updates in comments section. Exact meeting point is The Essen next to the PCN Group Size : Limiting group size for compliance to LTA regulations. Do still sign on Waitlist and we will open up if we are able to manage another pack. Ride Grading: 3.0 (1 easy - 5 very strenuous) Terrain: Road Bike Type: Any Distance: Est 30Km Speed: rolling 25-30 km/hr Route : 2 Loops around SA Rolling off : 8.15pm Start/Endpoint: Anchorvale CC/ Jalan Kayu **Ride Safety Instructions:** 1\. Come on time to NOT miss pre\-ride briefing 2\. No overlapping of wheels 3\. Do not overtake appointed Pullers 4\. Pullers will give instructions on direction\, filtering and lights\. The rest shall not\! 5\. Do not fall behind the appointed sweepers\. If you have to break off\, inform the sweepers 6\. Ride predictably; ride well inside \(2/3 when in double paceline\) inside traffic lanes \- do not drift close to the line on the ride causing disruption to oncoming vehicle on the right lane 7\. Do not filter to next lane without instruction from pullers and/or sweepers 8\. No free wheeling \- play with gears and tap brakes 9\. Pass on messages\, and point to obstacles and potholes 10\. No sudden brakes\. If you drop anything\, inform the lead and continue to ride\. Stop at convenient location and pick up safely *** Important Safety Instructions! 1. **Strictly comply to LTA rules on riding formations : 5 riders in Single file, or 2x5 in when riding abreast. Maintain 30m gap between packs** 2. Follow traffic rules. Stop at the red light. (Do not follow the front rider blindly) 3. No overtaking on left 4. When overtaking on right, check blind spot & signal to the cyclist on the left, keep left after overtaking. 5. Ride in a predictable manner and keep to your lane 6. Keep one-meter length from the front cyclist. 7. Do not ride or stop beside tipper truck or bus. Always stay behind big vehicles. 8. No helmet no ride! 9. Rides must have rear red lights and front lights. *** Participation agreement - disclaimer Terms and conditions: The organizers/event host are just volunteers organizing for cycling trips and we are not liable for any damages and injuries for our events. All participants are to read up and abide by the Road Traffic Act stated in the discussion tap. By signing up for this event, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined above.

You are invited to a creative Zentangle Journaling class! Unleash your creativity and calm your mind, where art meets meditation! This is a monthly event on every 2nd Sunday. Our first class will be on 9th Feb 2025 at Central Christian Church, Temasek Room (Level 4) at 3pm. Fee at $8 for every first-timer. You will be given a Zentangle Journaling kit. Light refreshments will be provided. No experience is needed. All you need is to have an open heart and mind to enjoy the therapeutic and relaxing time! RSVP soon to book your seat!

### **(AU) TRANS NANING 7 PEAKS - GRADE 4 + MELAKA Free and Easy** ### **Trip Overview:** Join us for an exciting full-day adventure where we’ll hike across **7 different peaks in one trip**! This trail is tough but rewarding, with steep climbs, forest paths, and ridgeline walks that test your stamina. Along the way, you’ll enjoy amazing views and the fun of hiking together as a group. A perfect challenge if you love nature and want to push your limits in a single day. **\*\*NOT Suitable for beginners** What to expect: * **Grade:** 4/5 * **Elevation Gain (EG):** \~1800m * **Duration:** \~10–12 hours * **Distance:** \~17 km ### **Friday 06th FEB** * **10:00 PM** – Meet at Marsiling **Saturday 07th Feb** * **01:30 AM** – R&R Ayer Keroh stop for toilet break, supper/breakfast, and takeaway lunch * Meet the guide,,briefing,stretching 0430am: Hike begins 0645am : Gunung Datuk summit. (Peak 1) -Rest -summit view -group photo -Breakfast * 0745am : Continue hike * 0815am : Y junction * 0845am : Rembau Peak (Peak 2) * Regroup at Y junction * 0930pm : Gagak Peak (Peak 3) * 1015pm : 701 Peak (Peak 4) * 1200pm : Ultra Camp -Lunch -Rest * 0100pm : Continue hike * 0330pm : Peak 705 (Peak 5) * 0430pm : Peak Tampin North (Peak 6) 0515pm : Peak Tampin South (Peak 7) * 0630pm : Trans Naning Arch * Group Dinner together **Sunday 08th Feb** * **08:00 AM** – Morning walk to Jonker Street for breakfast (own cost) * **10:00 AM** – Free and easy: massage or shopping at Dataran Pahlawan Mall * **12:00 PM** – Hotel check-out (bags can be left at reception) * **12:00 PM** – Optional group lunch (own cost) * **02:00 PM** – Meet at hotel lobby * **02:30PM** – Depart for Singapore * **04:00 PM** – R&R Pagoh stop for toilet break/snacks * **10:00 PM** – Arrive at Marsiling MRT **INCLUSIONS:** * All land transportation within the itinerary * Certified mountain guides (including lead and sweeper) * Hiking entry permit (Neger Sembilan Forestry) * Basic First Aid * Group Dinner * Singapore Local Leads **EXCLUSIONS:** * All other meals not indicated * Any expenses of a personal nature or hotel expenses * Travel Insurance **PRICE:** **Early Bird SG260(Purchase before 31st December 2025)** **Group 2pax and above SG250** **Regular Price SG270(After 31st December 2025)** 🛏️ **After the Thrill, Time to Chill…** After all the action, it’s time to unwind. We’ll head to Malacca, where we’ll check into a comfy hotel and enjoy the best Peranakan meals and more of: 🛍️ Shopping galore at famous malls 💆‍♀️ Pamper yourself with a relaxing massage or spa session 🍽️ Hang out at trendy cafes, bars, or hidden speakeasies And lastly, sleep well and wake up refreshed, because the next day, we’ll head back to Singapore — with your phone full of memories and your heart full of stories. If you need more information for this event, please feel free to contact our hosts Gary [https://wa.me/93279220](%5Bhttps://wa.me/93279220%5D) **REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DETAILS:** Step 1- via ATM/Bank transfer to ADVENTURES UNLIMITED PTE LTD, A/C - 885-164-004503699601. Bank Name: DBS Bank Ltd. Bank SWIFT/BIC: DBSSSGSG, or PAYNOW to AU UEN number: 201600903H Step 2- WhatsApp proof of payment receipt to [https://wa.me/93279220](https://wa.me/93279220) with your full name to verify payment. Step 3: Receipt of payment will be issued, and you will be added to a WhatsApp chat. \*Please note that the itinerary and end time may be subject to change depending on traffic, weather, customs clearance, and group fitness level. \*Participants must arrive at least 10 minutes before the designated time at the meetup location. Punctuality ensures a smooth start and allows for any necessary preparations before embarking on the planned activities. \*Getting on the ‘Going’ list does not guarantee a spot. \*When you paid up for this event, it is understood that you have read, agreed, and accepted our terms and conditions. [https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions/terms-and-conditions](https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions/terms-and-conditions) This event is organized by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.

안녕하세요, Have you been watching a lot of Korean dramas, but can't get past "안녕하세요" (annyeonghaseyo) and "감사합니다" (kamsahamnida)? Or simply want to say out a line from a drama? join us to pick up some Korean at Saturday Korean: 토요일 한국어. It is best that you already have some working knowledge of the Korean language so that you will have a smoother conversation. All our language-learning meetup events are free of charge. WE WANT KOREAN SPEAKERS TOO! We are on a constant lookout for proficient Korean speakers (not necessarily native) to come and share their knowledge of the language and culture. If you speak the language, come join us, help others learn and make lots of friends. See you there! 한국어 화자를 기다리고 있습니다! 유창한 한국어 구사자 (반드시 원어민일 필요는 없음) 분이시라면 저희와 함께 언어와 문화에 대한 지식을 공유해보시는 건 어떨까요. 다른 한국어 학습자들이 한국어를 배우도록 도와주고 많은 친구도 사귀어 보세요. 곧 만나요. 1. NO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES We welcome anyone who is keen to learn a language or help others learn the language. However, this is NOT the platform for individuals who have other intentions, such as recruiting members for their business or organisation or selling products or services. We will not hesitate to ask such individuals to stop attending our meetups if they have been found to be pestering our members for such purposes. 2. GETTING THERE Nearest MRT station: Promenade MRT Station. LOCATING US INSIDE THE FOOD COURT When you arrive in the food court, look out for groups of people and ask them if they are there for a meetup. We are usually seated against the wall near the Penyet & BBQ stall, but this may vary. You can also send the host a text message via Meetup.

🎤 The Premium Vocal Class in Singapore Meet the No.1 Korean Vocal Trainer since 2012 “Bring the song you cannot sing now — I’ll make sure you can. If not, I’ll refund.” ⸻ Why Choose LIM MIRI (林美利)? ✨ Singapore’s Top Korean Vocal Coach • 13+ years of teaching (since 2012) • Holder of National Level 1 Vocal Training Certificate • Winner of Busan MBC Hyunin Music Competition 🏆 • Vocal coach of the 2024 Best Song Award Winner • Professional singer & teacher with international stage experience ⸻ N-in-1 Premium Class With one coach, you can master all genres: • 🎼 Classical vocalisation • 🎷 Jazz vocalisation • 🎤 Pop, K-pop, J-pop, C-pop • 🎸 Rock vocalisation 👉 No need for multiple teachers. 👉 A single, streamlined premium program to cover every vocal style. ⸻ The Guarantee: High Notes, Real Voice 🎶 +5 Keys Up in Chest Voice — Guaranteed If you can’t reach the high notes with your real voice (진성), I will refund. That’s how confident I am. Bring the songs you cannot sing now — you’ll sing them flawlessly within my training. ⸻ More Than Singing — A Voice for Life This is not just about singing. I also provide speech correction & vocal health training for: • Professionals who lose their voice easily when speaking • Students struggling with presentation & public speaking • Anyone who wants a clear, powerful daily voice 👉 When your voice changes, your whole life becomes happier. ⸻ The Premium Experience 💎 Every session is 3x more effective than ordinary classes. 💎 In just 4 lessons, you will discover your inner voice. 💎 A deep, high-quality curriculum designed originally for students preparing to debut as professional singers in Korea. This is not a casual hobby class — it’s a transformational premium program that delivers results. ⸻ Courses 💎 Trial Session 40 minutes — only $20 🎤 1:1 Premium Coaching $550 / 1 pax / 4 lessons / 45 min each 🎶 2 Pax Group Session $350 / each pax / 4 lessons / 50 min each ⸻ Start Now 🎵 Don’t miss the chance to learn from the best Korean vocal trainer in Singapore. 📩 Contact me today and experience the class that no one else can offer. ⸻ 🔖 #PremiumVocalClass #LuxuryTraining 🔖 #Kpop #Pop #Jazz #Classical #R&B #Cpop #Jpop 🔖 #HighNoteGuarantee #LifeChangingVoice whatsapp 8955 3824

Meetup point: **Sembawang Station rear drop-off point** => **GPS** of start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9JuaGH8vXYgi6qHu9 **[behind MRT station]** Roll off time: 7.45 am End \~ 1 pm Suitable for Sightseeing / PCN Cyclists who are confident on light traffic roads! ***Cycling in the Northern and northeastern regions of Singapore offers a mix of scenic riverine park connectors, rustic coastal paths, and green corridors, making it ideal for both leisurely and all cyclists.*** Cycling in the Seletar Aerospace Park (SAP) area in Singapore is a popular activity that combines scenic, low-traffic roads with industrial views, colonial charm, and specialised cafe stops. The area is known for its "loops," which are popular with road cyclists, and its connection to the Round Island Route (RIR). **Key Features and Routes** * **Seletar Loop (The "Airbase Loop"):** A 10km to 12km loop commonly used by cyclists for training,, often done anti-clockwise around the airport. * **The Oval:** Located in the heart of the aerospace park, this area features colonial bungalows turned into cafes and restaurants, making it a popular rest spot. * **Scenery:** Riders can view private jets on the tarmac and pass by major aerospace companies. * **Hampstead Wetlands Park:** A small, scenic park within the area that offers a quiet break. * **Seletar West Park Connector:** Connects to the area, often used to access the location from areas like Sengkang or Yishun. There will be some cycling on the traffic road to get to the next PCN. Lunch: Group decides, advise: Yishun or Canberra Distance: 40-50 km Terrain: Public road + PCN Slope: Yes, there will be a few of them! **Who is Suitable?** • You must be very competent at cycling on the road with traffic • You must have cycled for the last half to 1 year at least > 40 km • You must be able to comfortably achieve an average speed of 16 - 18 km/hr on a flat road. Breakfast: It's important that you start with some breakfast. Bring money to buy snacks along our route. **Guest ok**? Yes, but \*\*\*\* Those wanting to bring friends: You're responsible to ensure yr guest follow our rules & safety. Please do NOT just bring friends w/o rsvp. It is your responsibility that your guests are competent riders & follow SANL rules throughout the event ! Strict Timing \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* We aim to ride off 7.45 am latest. Consider these requirements below before you rsvp : You MUST be a competent road cyclist with own bike - able to cycle confidently along with vehicles. As there will be some road section & may not have sweepers to help around. • No rental bikes, and it's not encouraged. • If you are borrowing a bike from friends, make sure it's a higher quality type. **COMPULSORY** to wear a helmet. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Must bring items 1.0 - 1.5 litres of water or isotonic drinks**, sunblock, arm covers, rain gear, sun protection accessories, snacks/energy bars. $$$ Money for lunch. Please wear covered shoes (No sandals please !) Its good to wear long pants to prevent sunburn on your legs. **Disclaimer Terms of Participation as follows:** If the participant is absent at the specified meeting point on the agreed date and time, the organizers will not wait for the participant. The participant acknowledges that this is an adventure trip. The itinerary serves as a guide only and flexibility may be required. The organizers cannot be held responsible for any accidents OR changes/cancellations/delays caused by accidents, strikes, government regulations, weather conditions or natural calamities, etc. \*\***When you turn up for this event, it is understood that you have read, agreed and accepted the above terms and conditions.\***

Join members of the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. There _might_ be a little snow, but there _will_ be effectively infinite serve-yourself coffee, so it evens out if you ask me. Just a reminder, while the other locations are great too, we’re at the Lane Ave one this time.

**First Gathering: Love as Transformation** Reading: **The Forty Rules of Love** by **Elif Shafak** We begin Men, Meaning, and Madness with a novel that treats love not as sentiment, but as a force that disrupts, humbles, and reshapes the self. The Forty Rules of Love explores love as discipline, surrender, and moral risk. It asks what happens when certainty breaks, when the ego is wounded, and when meaning is found not through control, but through transformation. This gathering is for men interested in serious literature and honest inquiry into how love shapes character, responsibility, and the inner life. Discussion will be guided by questions rather than summaries. The aim is depth, not debate. Come having read the book or engaged with it seriously.

As you may or may not know--I didn't until late last year--Aristotle wrote extensively on "friendship" in the Nicomachean Ethics. After 69 years the concept of friendship still creates questions and uncertainty. I had close friends in high school and for a few years after high school but our interests diverged and people moved all over the country so it was hard to maintain connections. * So if I/you haven't talked with a friend for several years, are you still friends? Are we friends who meet at Drunken Philosophy or Omnipresent Atheists? * Can you be friends with someone with whom you have virulently divergent political views? Sartre and Camus could not. * Aristotle regarded friendship as essential to a good life, not merely an added "bonus." Do you agree? * In the Nicomachean Ethics (Books VIII and IX), he claims that wealth and power are meaningless without friends. Trump has wealth and power but seems to have no real friends, but wealth and power seem meaningful to him in perverted ways. Can you have meaning in your life without friends? * Do men and women view and maintain friendships in different ways? * Aristotle categorizes friendship into three types, based on what forms the bond: * **Utility**: Based on mutual benefit, but this type is fragile and ends when the usefulness ceases. * **Pleasure**: Based on shared enjoyment (e.g., humor, hobbies). Common among youth but fades as interests change. * **Virtue (The "Complete" Friendship)**: Based on mutual respect for each other's character and goodness. You wish good for the other for their sake, not yours. * **Key Principles of "True" (Virtuous) Friendship:** * **Permanence**: Virtuous friendships last a lifetime whereas those based on utility and pleasure are fleeting. * **Reciprocity**: Requires mutual goodwill; secret or unreciprocated affection does not qualify. * **The "Second Self"**: A true friend is "another self"—their virtue helps you understand and improve yourself. * **Time and Intimacy**: Deep ("complete") friendships are few, built on time and shared experiences. * **Self-Love and Friendship:** * Good friendship starts with being a friend to yourself. * They distinguish shallow egoism (chasing honors) from real self-love (pursuing virtue). * A virtuous person’s pleasant self-company allows them to be a stable, good friend to others. * Aristotle argues that one's social circle ultimately reflects one's character—a view with striking relevance today. Well--the Drunken Philosophy social circle certainly reflects good character!

Inspired by the successful events like "Pot Luck in the Park" and "Saturday Mornings @ East Market," this meetup promises a fun and engaging atmosphere where like-minded individuals can connect over a shared love for languages and cultures. Whether you're a language learner, ESL student, or simply passionate about exploring new cultures, this event is perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves in a diverse and welcoming community. Come join us for an enlightening afternoon of language, culture, food, of course, and connections! (Everyone will individually choose from the buffet and pay for their own meal, by weight.)

OWASP is ending use of Meetup, so I built an eventbrite for the event. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-development-risk-case-studies-and-how-agentic-ai-is-the-future-of-appsec-tickets-1981450622150?aff=oddtdtcreator AI is transforming how software is designed, developed, and deployed, dramatically accelerating velocity while introducing new categories of risk. As organizations adopt AI-assisted coding, autonomous agents, and increasingly complex model interactions, traditional application security approaches struggle to keep pace. This talk examines emerging AI-driven risks through real case studies from the field, highlighting issues such as insecure code generation, data-leakage pathways, model manipulation, and evolving supply-chain threats. We will explore how engineering teams must adapt their people, processes, and governance models to secure AI-augmented development workflows effectively. The session will then introduce agentic AI as the next evolution in application security—autonomous systems capable of continuous analysis, multi-step reasoning, and real-time remediation. Attendees will learn how combining agentic AI with modern practices can reduce developer friction, improve coverage, and create a future-ready application security strategy designed for the demands of AI-native software development

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. If the weather cooperates we will be meeting in the patio. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."