Bay Area Entrepreneurs

On Friday, February 27, 2026, we will meet for a meetup on the topic: **“Why Do We Need Heroes?”** Read on the subject here: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uAkywBw70QMNYtO8C8kxNauIa8wMTRgq95EEiSoExPg/](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uAkywBw70QMNYtO8C8kxNauIa8wMTRgq95EEiSoExPg/) **The session will be led by Boaz Simovici** Boaz Simovici earned his bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley, studying music (with a specialization in conducting) and minoring in European history, where he also refounded and led the campus Objectivist club after 9/11. During and after college, he had the opportunity to conduct some of his favorite works and to perform extensively as a pianist, accompanying singers and sharing the stage with string players in sonatas by Beethoven and Brahms. Professionally, he worked for years as a tutor across a range of academic and test-prep subjects, including designing curricula for courses such as AP U.S. History and reading comprehension. He then spent a decade teaching piano and music theory full time. In recent years he has begun composing and is currently pursuing two writing projects while living in Israel. ***This meetup is open to the general public and does not require prior knowledge beyond reading the article.*** **Schedule:** 10:45–11:15 – Gathering 11:15–12:45 – Discussion of the article 12:45 – After-meetup: grabbing food and drinks at Sarona Market and returning to WeWork for mingling The discussion will start and end on time. Please arrive punctually and refrain from eating during the discussion. Donations to the Ayn Rand Center and to support the meetup activities can be made [here](aynrand.org.il/donate). **Entry Instructions:** Enter through Entrance A of Sarona Market. Across from the restaurant “Mexicana” there is a door to a stairwell. Go up to the 3rd floor and ring Iyar Raichel (050-5210025) to open the door. You may also write in the meetup WhatsApp group. You can arrive via the light rail – Yehudit Station. For those arriving by car, recommended parking is at “Platinum Parking” (appears in Waze) at a cost of 20 NIS. Other parking lots will be more expensive. You may also park at “Millennium Parking,” slightly farther away, for 10 NIS using the Central Park app. After the meetup, we will continue spending time at the WeWork space. It is customary to buy food at the market downstairs and return to eat in the WeWork area.

# SHALVATA PURIM MAINSTREAM FEST 27/2 [כרטיסים מוזלים במכירה מוקדמת](https://go-out.co/event/shalvatapurim2026?ref=a3fi92ff02) Friday \| 27\.02 \| Shalvata TLV שישי **מיינסטרים** בשלוותה. חוזרים לחוף לכבוד החג הכי שמח בשנה 🎭 הלונה פארק שלנו נוחת למופע מיינסטרים בלוקיישן מספר 1 בארץ — **שלוותה תל אביב** 🏖️ לערוץ השקט שלנו https://shorturl.at/5yQtq להזמנת שולחנות / בר https://tinyurl.com/krpwx45f \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ LINE UP BARAK YAHEL SEGEV MATAN DINO SHALEV VAZANA \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ דגשים חשובים מספר המקומות מוגבל הכניסה בתחפושות-חובה יש לצרף קישור לחשבון אינסטגרם/פייסבוק זמין - ומספר טלפון לאדם\* מזמין אשר יזין את.אותם פרטים יותר מפעם אחת אוטומטית לא יאושר הכרטיס הינו אישי ואינו נתין להעברה, הכניסה עם ברקוד לצד תעודה מזהה\* מומלץ להגיע עד 22:30\* בשלוותה יש אפס סובלנות להטרדה מינית\* המרחב בטוח — שומרים עליו יחד

Join us in the search for the true, the good and the beautiful. Each meet is in one of two formats: a shared reading and open discussion of philosophical texts, or a continuing series of lectures based on the reading of a fascinating book of philosophy. Both formats are in Hebrew, with some reading of English texts, assisted whenever needed. We meet weekly Friday on 80 Rokach Boulevard, Tel Aviv, at the gardens of the Council for a Beautiful Israel. Welcome anyone interested in understanding life more deeply, regardless of age or prior knowledge. The love of wisdom is enough. Please join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JeAa2uRNTlF0rdrVTLzUC0?mode=wwt Note: there's always enough sitting room, but some of it is on the grass or a mat on the floor. If you want to guarantee yourself a chair, please bring one with you. Sapere Aude! (Kant's Motto: Dare to Think!)

**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. Join locall Tel-Aviv chat with all news and updates https://chat.whatsapp.com/IWWgu9DznjzLvMe8p6cVCu?mode=ac_t For any questions pleae contact Tel-Aviv city leaders: Lev +972 55-7704496 Ilia +972535007183 Nastya +972533838320 Dan +972537162316 More about FRC global: 🗓️ 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) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

**BUBBLES PURIM FESTIVAL -SUNSET TO SUNRISE** [כרטיסים מוזלים במכירה מוקדמת](https://go-out.co/event/shalvatabubblesfest?ref=a3fi92ff02) **28\.02\.2026 \| SATURDAY** **18:00** האמת? יש לנו הרבה מה להגיד. אבל הפעם בחרנו להתחיל מהסוף.
עם ליינאפ כזה, לפעמים הדבר הנכון ביותר הוא פשוט לתת למוזיקה לדבר לפני הכל. בפורים הקרוב אנחנו מארחים בלילה אחד כמה מהשמות הגדולים, הבולטים והאהובים ביותר בסצנה הישראלית והעולמית – כאלה שכשעולים על הבמה הלבבות רועדים, האנרגיה מתפוצצת וכל רגע מרגיש כמו חלום שלא רוצים שייגמר. זה נשמע כמו אשליה, אבל כן – זה אמיתי.

אנחנו הולכים לארח בלילה אחד את זהבי האחד והיחיד עם הבוזוקי והאנרגיה הבלתי נשכחת. את דרקו מכונת הלהיטים שממשיך לכבוש רחבות בארץ ובעולם. את דאלי עם הסאונד הייחודי שכשהוא עולה קורה משהו אחר ברחבה, ואיך אפשר בלי אשר סוויסה עם הגרוב האינסופי שמלווה אותנו כבר שנים. **:MUSIC A–Z** **Asher Swissa** **Danilo** **Darco** **Dali** **ME** **Fly Effect** **Zehavi** **Toled** 


אז מאיפה מתחילים? אנחנו חיים בבועה.
בועה של מציאות אחרת – כזאת שיודעת לקחת מורכבות, עומס ויום־יום, ולהפוך אותם לשמחה מתפרצת, לחופש, לרגעים של אסקפיזם טהור.
יש משהו בנו, משהו בעם שלנו, שיודע לנווט בין הכל – ולבחור לרקוד. אנחנו מבינים אתכם.
את התחושות בבטן, את הגירודים בגוף, את הפומו, את הצורך לצאת למסע מוזיקלי אמיתי.
לא עוד ערב. לא עוד מסיבה.
אלא חוויה. מסע. בועה משלנו. קפסולת זמן מושלמת, שבה אפשר להיות מי שאנחנו, לרקוד עם הפנים קדימה ולהיסחף עם האומנים הכי טובים לכמה שעות שבהן פשוט מרגישים שוב – חיים. רגע לפני שאנחנו פותחים עונה חדשה, החלטנו לעשות משהו מיוחד. אירוע חד־פעמי של **BUBBLES** בחג הכי צבעוני, חופשי ושמח בשנה – פורים. זה הזמן להשתחרר.
להתחפש.
להגזים.
להיות מי שאתם רוצים להיות.
כמה שיותר צבעוני יותר טוב וכמה שיותר משוחרר יותר נכון. באירוע הקרוב שוכחים הכל.
אנחנו יוצאים למסע מוזיקלי ארוך מהשקיעה ועד הזריחה.
מול הגלים על רחבת השלוותה, במקום שבו הכל מתחבר. 
**MIKOM** מול הגלים.
איפה שהשמיים כחולים יותר, הים אין־סופי, והרחבה פתוחה לכולם. המקום שראה הכל , דיג’יים בינלאומיים, אומנים מקומיים, רגעים גדולים ולילות בלתי נשכחים. אין לוקיישן מדויק יותר לבועה שלנו ואין מקום טוב יותר לחוות בו את פורים..



בואו לקחת חלק באירוע הכי מיוחד בשנה, 12 שעות של מוזיקה טובה שלא נגמרת.
תבואו מחופשים כמה שיותר מוגזם, נתראה **BUBBLES PURIM FESTIVAL**

Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com). **Other Important Details:** WiFi name/password: TBD Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

Hare: Popo Schnitzel You know the drill: We drink, we sing and if the hare forces us to, we run. But this time in costume, so make an effort! When: February 28, 3 pm Where: Asirei Tsiyon St 13, Petah Tikva Join us wankers! (It costs 25 shekel) Magic Dyke

**🎲 אירוע משחקים פברואר - ספיישל פורים 🎲** לבקשתכם, עוד אירוע בסופ״ש! צהרי יום שבת ה- 28.2! בואו לחגוג יחד פורים ולשחק עד לא ידע! 🎉 🎭 מה בתוכנית? 🎲 מפגש המועדון הרגיל והאהוב. 👺 מוזמנים לבוא עם תחפושת (לא חובה). 🍺 בירה חינם למי שיבוא מחופש ונרשם מראש 🏆 טורניר טיקט-טו-רייד! טורניר מיוחד נושא פרסים שווים. הטורניר בהרשמה מראש בלבד. 📆 מתי? יום שבת, 28.2 🕗 שעה: 13:00-17:30 📍 איפה? שבע טחנות פארק הירקון 💵 30 ש״ח כניסה ללא הטורניר בהרשמה המוקדמת עד ה- 27.2 וסימון באירוע בפייסבוק (בלינקים בסוף התיאור), 40ש"ח אחר כך. 💲 Tournament Buy-in: תוספת 20ש"ח. ✨ מה להביא? אווירה טובה ואת המשחקים האהובים עליכם! (לא חובה, יש גם אוסף גדול במקום). 🥐 מלא חטיפים ושתייה חופשי. 🍕 פיצה ובירה בעלות נוספת. **קבוצת העידכונים בוואטסאפ:** https://chat.whatsapp.com/ETCOIJkx3rQLHxKPx8PmJS **🔗הרשמה לערב משחקים ללא הטורניר:** https://www.facebook.com/events/945411538445730/ **🥇הרשמה (עד ה- 26.2) ופרטים נוספים על הטורניר:** https://www.facebook.com/events/1679725886496473 **🚂 טו-טו! כולם לעלות! טורניר Ticket to Ride של Game Club TLV יוצא לדרך!** **!מי יהיה האלוף? 🏆 בואו לזכות ב-100 ש"ח!** 🎫 רוצים לצאת להרפתקה חוצה יבשות? 🎫 אוהבים לחסום חברים ולהתקדם על חשבונם? 🎫 יש לכם אומץ לשלוף עוד כרטיסי יעד בדקה ה-90? 🎫 מי יבנה את המסילה הכי ארוכה? הגיע הזמן להוכיח מי הקטר הכי מהיר בתחנה.. ואף בכל 7 הטחנות!!! 😉 אל תפספסו את הרכבת! 🚂💨 **🎲 מפגש המועדון החודשי 🎲** אוהבים קטאן? מכורים לשם קוד? חושבים שאתם אסטרטגיים מומחים? 👑 בואו להנות ממגוון רחב של משחקי קופסה. זוהי הזדמנות מצוינת להכיר אנשים ומשחקים חדשים. 🎯 לא משנה אם אתם מחפשים ערב מהנה עם חברים, משפחה, דייט או לבד ולהכיר אנשים חדשים – המשחקים הם דרך מעולה לשבור את הקרח ולבנות קשרים. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑💬 אין צורך בידע מוקדם! האירוע מתאים לכל הרמות: 💠 שחקנים מתחילים – אל דאגה, נלמד אתכם את כל מה שצריך! 💠 שחקנים ותיקים – אתם מוזמנים גם לגלות משחקים חדשים וגם להביא את הלהיטים המובחרים שלכם מהבית. מוזמנים להצטרף לאירוע מלא באתגרים, תחרות, אסטרטגיה ובעיקר כיף! עם אוסף משחקי קופסה גדול של מעל 100 משחקים – כולל אהובים ומוכרים. 🧩

Join us in the search for the true, the good and the beautiful. Each meet is in one of two formats: a shared reading and open discussion of philosophical texts, or a continuing series of lectures based on the reading of a fascinating book of philosophy. Both formats are in Hebrew, with some reading of English texts, assisted whenever needed. We meet weekly Friday on 80 Rokach Boulevard, Tel Aviv, at the gardens of the Council for a Beautiful Israel. Welcome anyone interested in understanding life more deeply, regardless of age or prior knowledge. The love of wisdom is enough. Please join our WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JeAa2uRNTlF0rdrVTLzUC0?mode=wwt Note: there's always enough sitting room, but some of it is on the grass or a mat on the floor. If you want to guarantee yourself a chair, please bring one with you. Sapere Aude! (Kant's Motto: Dare to Think!)

Читательский клуб по книге Достоевского «братья Карамазовы». Мы обсудим все важные темы, исторический контекст и жизнь автора, чтобы лучше понять и почувствовать этот роман. Я придерживаюсь позиции, что нет неправильных мнений на литературу❤️

Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

**Confidence in Bloom: How Creativity Builds Confidence** What happens when creativity becomes an intentional practice? In this month’s Confidence Lab, we’ll gather at **Petals That Inspire: The Flourish Studio** for an evening exploring the connection between creativity and confidence. How making with our hands, engaging our senses, and allowing space for expression can shift how we see ourselves and what we believe is possible. Our featured speaker, **Amanda Lorenzetti**, owner of Petals That Inspire, will share how creativity has shaped her own confidence journey and why creative environments play such a powerful role in well-being, resilience, and personal growth. Drawing from her work leading an experience-driven floral studio and a community-centered workforce development program, Amanda will reflect on creativity as both a personal and collective catalyst. Amanda will also guide us through a **hands-on floral design experience**, creating a fresh arrangement in a wide mouth mason jar. No prior floral experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to engage the process. This evening is an invitation to slow down, create, and reconnect with the part of yourself that grows through care, attention, and imagination. You’ll leave with a floral arrangement to take home, and a deeper understanding of how confidence can be cultivated through creative practices. **Featured Speaker: Amanda Lorenzetti** Amanda Lorenzetti is the owner and founder of [Petals That Inspire](https://www.petalsthatinspire.com/) and The Flourish Studio, a social enterprise florist based in Columbus, Ohio. She brings more than a decade of experience in wedding and event sales, paired with hands-on expertise in floral and event design. Amanda’s connection to the floral industry began early, spending time alongside her godmother, a professional florist on the East Coast. After earning her business degree, she returned to her hometown in Connecticut to work as a floral and event designer, blending creative artistry with strong operational and client-focused skills. In 2020, Amanda returned to the floral industry with a renewed purpose, driven by a desire to build a business rooted in creativity, community impact, and sustainability. During this pivotal time, she founded Petals That Inspire—an innovative floral concept that reimagines the traditional florist model by combining event florals, workshops, and experiential offerings with a mission-centered approach to workforce development. Today, Petals That Inspire is a thriving social enterprise known for its thoughtful design, educational experiences, and commitment to empowering young adults facing barriers to entry in the workforce. Amanda is deeply passionate about building businesses that are both profitable and purpose-driven, and she leverages her strong business acumen to create a scalable & sustainable model that inspires creativity while giving back to the community. **What is Confidence Lab?** Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here. Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work. It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact. ***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*

Evolve exists to connect women entrepreneurs connect with one another, serve one another, and help one another overcome challenges in marketing, sales, networking, and professional development. [Add to Calendar](evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com) What to Expect: \~ Welcome team to greet you, introduce you to others, and make sure you feel a part of the group from your very first meeting \~ Welcome & Introductions: 15 second introductions \~ 15 Minute Speaker Spotlight: Member speaker who shares a bit of her story, how she got to doing what she does, and a tangible tip she uses to gain success in her business. No hard selling...no expectations. Simply giving the group an opportunity to get to know her and her journey. \~ 20 Minute Break Out Sessions: Small groups is where we connect best. Extroverted and Introverted alike get the opportunity to share on a deeper level and learn from one another. \~ Take Aways: Hear what the other groups talked about and share resources to grow yourself and your business \~ Grow Time!: Do you need a specific connection to a person, company, or industry? Share it with us! We love to open our networks to one another and grow together! Guests are always welcome. Please contact Mentor Director Donna Schomer at Donna@EvolveWomensNetwork.com for more information. We'd love to meet you!

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas

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!

(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!