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**The Easiest room to walk into on a Saturday night** 🤩🍹 We are a welcoming, high-energy tribe of locals, newcomers, and expats alike. Half the room is our stable core, the other is always brand new! We skip the awkward small talk and go straight for REAL connections ✨, naturally transitioning into a great party 🤩 later on. Our rules are simple: No pressure, no city masks, and absolutely no standing alone. Just grab a drink 🍹 and jump right in. You’ll leave feeling energized, connected, and a little bit more like a true Praguer. 😎🤙 👉 If you want to dive deeper, just show up and JOIN our LOCAL WhatsApp community of 250+ Praguers!

Who can attend this meetup: The tour is an introduction to Prague and is mainly for expats and visitors to our city but everybody who would like to join is invited. ***Important***, please also fill in the booking form on our [website](https://freewalkingtourprague.eu/en/schedule) if you are planning to come (otherwise we will not expect you). Description: Meet us by the Powder Tower, the historical gate to the Old Town and starting point of the Royal Route. Then have an educative walk through the narrow and picturesque streets of the historical center of Prague. Enjoy the unique diversity of architectural styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau. See some of the most interesting sites and get to know fascinating facts and legends of the 1000-year old capital of Bohemia. End the tour at the riverside 5 minutes away from the Charles Bridge, from which you can continue the tour on your own (or again with us) towards Malá Strana or Prague Castle. ====== Meeting point: We will be standing by the Powder Tower at the side of the Namestí Republiky square with a green umbrella in hand :) Map: https://goo.gl/maps/tzqKpZ2945S2 Price: there is no fixed price, you will be able to decide yourself how much you value the tour. If you don't know how much is best (and can afford it) we recommend 200Kč, but it really depends on you how much you contribute. Join us also on our [Facebook profile](https://www.facebook.com/freewalkingtoursprague/) :) and if you are travelling to other cities check out our friends at the [Free Tour Community website](https://freetourcommunity.com/). For any questions, please contact us at info@freewalkingtourprague.eu. Unfortunately, the meetup application does not always send us phone notifications. Reminder - only people who booked on our [official free walking tour website](https://freewalkingtourprague.eu/en/schedule) can join the tour and if the tour shows fully booked on the website it means there are no free spots. The meetup list doesn't count in this case. We look forward to meeting you, Michal, Amanda, Lana, Iva & Chris

\*\*\*\*\* We're meeting both in-person and virtually via Skype depending on the week. Contact Sonya Lano for more information if you want to join \*\*\*\*\* This is for anyone wanting feedback! We mostly focus on novels and longer works, but short stories are welcome, as well. You can submit anything you want feedback on in any genre. Current word limit for submissions is 4,000 words. Send your submissions by 13:30 the Thursday before the meeting (or we have a grace period during which you can submit a lower limit of 2,500 words if you submit by midnight Thursday evening). Also, if you don't have time to read through everyone's submissions, still join the meeting! We know that busy schedules don't always make finding reading time easy. To submit, use the Dropbox folder. If you don't have access to it, send sonyalakadosch@yahoo.com your e-mail address so I can add you. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! My number in case of any confusion the day of the meeting is 737 118 530 - or on Facebook: Sonya Lano (https://www.facebook.com/sonya.lano) DROPBOX INFO: * add new submissions for the next meeting in the " submissions" folder for the meeting date. Put your name at the beginning of the file name (for example: "Sonya Somewhere in the Dark") * When providing written feedback (not required, but deeply welcome), save the file as a separate document on your device, then mark your changes/ feedback in the saved file. After you're finished, put the file in the "Feedback" folder under the folder for the meeting date and then under the person the feedback is for (e.g. "For Sonya"). * The submissions folder will be replaced within a week after the meeting has taken place. Feedback will be deleted within 2 months after the meeting, so if you need it longer than that, make sure to copy it to your own disk.

This group is for anyone who writes - for any reason. Have a thesis or article you need to write? Trying to finish a novel or an academic paper? This group is for you. We are currently meeting in-person at Locus Workspace. If you have any questions, contact Sonya Lano here or on Facebook or Messenger (https://www.facebook.com/sonya.lano). We start at 9:00, introduce ourselves, and share a few words about what we're working on and what we hope to accomplish during the session. At the end of the session, you can give us a brief recap of how it went. We'll break at noon. The afternoon session starts at 2:00 pm. You're welcome to join both sessions or just one. Please come as close to 9:00 as you can if you come for the morning session. If you come to the afternoon session, we are usually back by about a quarter to 2:00.

Welcome! Our Prague event is a melting pot of cultures where Czech beer meets global chatter. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/COaDT779p9EEZDtVxb3ukg)] Every Saturday at 7:30 PM, locals, travelers, and expats (mostly in their 20s–30s) gather for fun and language exchange. Whether you're fluent or just learning "hello," you’re invited. It’s casual, cool, and genuinely Prague.

The Elixir & Erlang meetup group is getting together once again! This time as part of the Global Elixir Meetups initiative https://globalelixirmeetups.com/ This will be a laid back come-together to discuss elixir programming, upcoming projects etc, you don't need to be an Elixir programmer to join, anyone with interest in Elixir or the Beam is welcome!!

PLEASE NOTE that your attendance on this event is only confirmed (!) when you reserve your place on DiscoveringPrague.cz website here: [https://www.discoveringprague.cz/event/lets-canoe-on-berounka-june-6-2026/](https://www.discoveringprague.cz/event/lets-canoe-on-berounka-june-6-2026/) This is because the canoes have to be booked in advance. Thank you for your understanding & cooperation :) \*\*\*\*\* Hello Discoverers! I’d like to invite you to a fun and easy-going 10km ride on the Berounka from Srbsko to Řevnice. Surrounded by lovely scenery of the Český kras, we are going to enjoy two runnable weirs, swimming in the river and a well-deserved refreshment at the Řevnice Brewery! *You can join even if you haven’t canoed before as long as you can swim. You should also be somewhat physically coordinated and have patience to learn a new motor skill!* I’m **not** a certified instructor however, I have taught countless people the basics of canoeing. LOGISTICS We will meet on Saturday 6th of June at **8:50** in front of the main ticket office at the Prague Main Railway Station. We’ll be aiming to be back in Prague by **18:30**. However, we will be as fast as the slowest members of our group and an unexpected delay is possible. This is a **full-day event.** WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU • Shoes to wear in water (sandals, or you can buy special shoes for walking in water) • Wear clothes which dry fast (NOT jeans) • Sunscreen • Towel and maybe some spare clothes (in case your canoe capsizes) • Swimwear • Bottle of water and a small snack. • Put all your staff to a small compact bag – we will put all our belongings into water-proof barrels and they are not very large. You need to be prepared for a possibility of the boat flipping (capsizing). Keep your phone in a waterproof case and have glasses on a string while on the river! \*\*\*\*\* PRICE: 790 CZK (Includes train fare both ways, equipment rental and myself as your guide and organizer) Food&drink is not included. To be confirmed on the trip, you have to (!) book your place on Discovering Prague & CZ website here: [https://www.discoveringprague.cz/event/lets-canoe-on-berounka-june-6-2026/](https://www.discoveringprague.cz/event/lets-canoe-on-berounka-june-6-2026/) \*\*\*\*\* You can also pay with benefit cards or vouchers! I accept Pluxee Card and vouchers, Edenred Card and vouchers and Benefity.cz and Benefity Plus card! To learn how to pay for Discovering Prague & CZ events with your Employee benefit card and vouchers go to this page: [https://discoveringprague.cz/how-to-pay-by-employee-benefits/](https://discoveringprague.cz/how-to-pay-by-employee-benefits/) \*\*\*\*\* I look forward to canoeing with you! Cheers, Filip

Looking to meet new people and enjoy a relaxed day full of board games? Join us at Palmovka for a cozy board-gaming meet-up open to everyone — beginners, casual players, and experienced gamers! We have a big selection of games, from easy social titles to strategic favourites. You can come alone or with friends — our community is super friendly, and we always make sure nobody sits alone. Don’t worry if you don’t know the rules — we’ll happily explain everything. ✔ Friendly atmosphere ✔ Lots of games to choose from ✔ Perfect for meeting new people ✔ Come anytime during the day ✔ No registration needed entry fee 50czk (no hour limit) if you do not order anything at bar it is 100czk. Whether you want to laugh, think, or just relax after a long day, this is the perfect place to unwind and connect with others. See you at Palmovka – let’s play!

**Ready to hit the pavement, meet great people, and reward yourself with some well-earned refreshments?** Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or lacing up your running shoes for the very first time, you've found your crew! **What Makes Our Club Great?** **100% Beginner Friendly:** Nervous about your pace? Don't be! We are proudly inclusive and welcoming to runners of absolutely all levels. We believe running should be fun, not intimidating. **Led by the Amazing Anna**: Our fantastic lead runner, Anna, is here to guide the way! With her infectious energy, great route-planning skills, and encouraging spirit, Anna ensures everyone has a safe, enjoyable, and motivating run every single time. **Epic Post-Run Socials**: Let’s be honest, the best part of the run is the cool-down. We finish our routes at Superfresh, the favorite neighborhood hangout. **Even better?** We’ve partnered with them to score exclusive, organized discounts on food and drinks just for our members! **The Details** **When:** Sunday 7.6 at 10:00AM **Where:** We meet at Superfresh (Lazarska 1719/5, Prague 1) **Distance:** Usually around 5 km at a conversational pace **What to Bring:** Comfortable running shoes, a positive attitude, and your wallet for those discounted post-run drinks! Lace up your sneakers, bring a friend (or come make some new ones), and join Anna and the rest of the team for a great sweat and even better company. We can't wait to run with you! **Note:** We have more members than those signed up here 🤗 But if you do come from Meetup, please sign up here so we can prepare accordingly. \-\-\-\- Jste připraveni vyběhnout do ulic, poznat skvělé lidi a odměnit se zaslouženým občerstvením? Ať už jste ostřílený maratonec, nebo si zavazujete běžecké boty úplně poprvé, právě jste našli svou partu! ### V čem je náš klub tak skvělý? * **100% přátelský k začátečníkům:** Máte obavy ze svého tempa? Nemějte! Jsme hrdí na to, že jsme inkluzivní a vítáme běžce naprosto všech úrovní. Věříme, že běhání má být zábava, a ne stres. * **Vedený úžasnou Annou:** Naše fantastická vedoucí běžkyně Anna je tu od toho, aby vám ukázala cestu! Díky své nakažlivé energii, skvělým schopnostem plánovat trasy a povzbudivému přístupu Anna zajišťuje, že si každý pokaždé užije bezpečný, příjemný a motivující běh. * **Epické posezení po běhu:** Buďme upřímní, nejlepší částí běhu je zasloužený odpočinek na konci. Naše trasy zakončujeme v Superfresh, oblíbeném podniku v našem okolí. * **A co je ještě lepší?** Navázali jsme s nimi spolupráci a vyjednali exkluzivní slevy na jídlo a pití pouze pro naše členy! ### Podrobnosti * **Kdy:** 7.6 neděli v 10:00 * **Kde:** Scházíme se v Superfresh (Lazarska 1719/5, Praha 1) * **Vzdálenost:** Obvykle kolem 5 km v konverzačním tempu * **Co si vzít s sebou:** Pohodlné běžecké boty, pozitivní přístup a peněženku na ty zlevněné drinky po běhu! Zavažte si tenisky, vezměte s sebou kamaráda (nebo přijďte poznat nové) a připojte se k Anně a zbytku týmu, abyste se pořádně zapotili ve skvělé společnosti. Nemůžeme se dočkat, až si s vámi zaběháme! > **Poznámka:** Máme více členů, než kolik je zde přihlášených 🤗 Ale pokud k nám jdete přes Meetup, prosím, přihlaste se zde, abychom se na to mohli patřičně připravit.

**The Most Chill Board Game Night In Town 🤠🍺** Feeling board gamey this week? Join our Open Gaming Session this Sunday at The Down Under! 👋 Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just looking for a fun night out, we've got you covered—just show up and we will match you with the perfect table. 📍**The Down Under:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/uwi9GeuY27BkqnPn9 ✅ **No partner or games needed** — Just show up and let us handle the table matching, setup, and rules. ✅ **Doors open at 6:00 PM** — Grab a drink or food, say hi, and decide on what you want to play from the "menu". We'll organize the rest! ✅ **Games start at 7:00 PM** — Take your seat and let the games begin. Arrive late or finish early? You can always join the Open Gaming Table.🎲 ✅ **100% FREE entry** — Just support the pub by ordering some of their awesome food and drinks. 🍔🍺 🃏 **Party & Social:** *Secret Hitler, Bang!, Decrypto, Snack Time, Colt Express, etc.* 🚀 **Strategy & Sci-Fi:** *Dune: Uprising, Root, Unsettled, Mistborn, Eternal Decks, etc.* Hosted in English. Casual snapshots are taken during the event.

**The friendliest human pretzel making on a Sunday morning 🥨🥰** We gather at 10:00 AM for a quick warmup (everyone on their own) and then start the timer with 5-minute rounds and 30-60s rests. About 90% of people roll No-Gi. If you want to bring your Gi, make sure to reach out to someone to coordinate before you arrive. ✅ **No experience needed** → Ask someone to show you around. It is up to them if they will (this is not a formal class, but the vibe is always friendly!) 🥋 ✅ **No structure** → Roll every round, drill techniques, or just sit out and watch. 🤼 ✅ **No partner needed** → We rotate! Feel free to ask anyone taking a break. 👋 ✅ **Mat etiquette** → Clean gear, short nails, and flip-flops off the mat.🧼🩴 Wear a mouthguard (or do not complain afterwards!). 🛡️ ✅ **BONUS gym access** → Your entry includes access to the adjacent weight room if you want to pump some iron! 🦾 ✅ **Tickets** → Buy one entry to the GYM (150 CZK or a Multisport card) at the reception. **ASK for the RECEIPT** and have it ready to show before stepping onto the mat. 🎟️ *If you want to make new friends and have some good wrestles, grab your gear and let's make some Sunday pretzels!! 🥨🤼‍♂️🔥* **Pro-tip:** Bring a water bottle! 💧 Note that there is no big hangout afterwards—we warm up, roll, thank everybody, and then go home to enjoy the rest of our Sunday. ✌️

**The most refreshing way to meet new people while exploring the best views of Prague ✨** We took the best parts of speed friending—meeting everyone in the group—and brought it into the fresh air. No crowded bars, no repetitive small-talks and no grueling hikes. We’ll walk through Letná and its surrounding gardens with spectacular views on Prague while seamlessly getting to know each other. ✅ **Viewpoints and mingling** → Stroll from one awesome viewpoint to the next one and then mingle again with new people for the next leg. ✅ **Effortless Conversations** → Chat naturally or tap into our custom app for 900+ fresh topics to completely skip the awkward small talk. ✅ **Casual Dress code** → Wear comfortable city clothes and sneakers. We are walking on flat, paved park paths, not climbing Sněžka! **📍14:45** \- Meet at the **LETENSKÉ NÁMĚSTÍ** tram stop - [https://maps.app.goo.gl/5hTexMGjcVwiLwoG6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/5hTexMGjcVwiLwoG6) (Feel free to grab a quick drink or refreshment at Billa or Tchibo right next to the stop before we start!) **15:00** \- We’ll explain how the custom app works\, pair everyone up into their first 10\-minute duos\, and start walking\. **16:30 - 17:00** \- We will finish near Hradčanská / Malostranská metro station—perfect for grabbing a coffee or beer after with your new connections\.

**Catch the late afternoon sun, grab a casual drink, and enjoy the stunning views from Parukářka Park at the Žižkov Beer Festival! 🍻** We are meeting up at a relaxed spot just outside the park so we can find each other easily. From there, we’ll head in together to explore the festival grounds. If you are running late or plan to join us later, make sure to jump into our temporary WhatsApp group—we’ll be sharing our live location inside so you don’t get lost in the crowd! 👉 **Temporary WhatsApp Group** for better in-event coordination: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DWNpFDOCPd39FVa67SPrZP 🕒 **THE PLAN:** * 16:45 - Meet up in front of Sensu Café -: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/pcsweBbBg9gfyHPZ9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/pcsweBbBg9gfyHPZ9) * 16:55 - Head up into Parukářka Park together for the festival. * 19:00 - Wrap up and start heading over to Hoffa Bar. * 19:30 - The Bar Nomads at Hoffa Bar Begins! → [https://www.meetup.com/prague-together/events/314228413](https://www.meetup.com/prague-together/events/314228413) 🎟️ **FREE entry** to the festival grounds (just pay for what you drink/eat). 🌤️ Weather Check: This is a pure outdoor event. **If THE WEATHER LOOKS BAD, WE WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT** and see you straight at Hoffa Bar at 19:30. See you Saturday afternoon! 😎🤙

No specific agenda other checking out the festival and trying some of the local brews: https://parukarka.cz/zizkovske-pivobrani/ If you can’t join at the given time, the festival runs on Friday and throughout Saturday, so you can also check it out on your own. The festival seems open-entry and without an access fee.

**TBA**

**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose** Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals… all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isn’t more data. It’s often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap. Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll learn: * Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge * How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change * Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction * How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work. **About Our Speaker** [Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

## 🤝 Host Information A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus 💡 About the Workshop AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge. This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow. Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required. 🛠️ What to Bring Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go. AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!) 🍕 Logistics & Perks Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided! Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site. ###

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

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