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The Lift Nutrition WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE
Lose 10lbs in 5 WEEKS and Win Prizes !
Topics will include Metabolism, Carbohydrate addiction, digestive health, label reading, dining out, heart health and many more.
$ 50 to Join the Challenge includes:
- Weekly Weigh In, Accountability and Motivation
- 40 Min nutrition class
- Voucher for 'Healthy Meal'
- Personalized Meal Plan
- Lose 1 - 3lbs a week.
To register for your spot: www.ShapingUpCanada.com
Fuego Latino Mondays
💥 **Fuego Latino Mondays @ Tehranto Restaurant** 💥
Start your week with flavor, rhythm, and good vibes! 🌶💃🕺
Enjoy amazing food, fun lessons, and non-stop Latin dancing all night long!
📍 Tehranto Restaurant – 5625 Yonge St, North York
🚇 Finch Subway \| 🅿 Free Parking
🍽 Full Kitchen + Bar Specials Open Late
🎟 $10 Cover (includes Lesson)
🕘 9PM Lessons:
• Salsa – Guest Instructor
• Bachata – Guest Instructor
🎶 DJ Geronimo heating up the floor with the best Salsa, Bachata & Latin beats all night!
Come for the lessons, stay for the dancing — Mondays just got HOT! 🔥
Best way to get a hold of us is through WhatsApp:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KpFOsXEuXRWB7uOYorJNPU
FREE ONLINE: The SR&ED Grant for Business
This **SR&ED general information webinar** will provide an overview of the program. We will guide you through the eligibility criteria, qualifying expenditures, and the free tools and services offered by the CRA.
* March 17, 2026, 1 pm to 3 pm ET English session
I would suggest if you own a business and want to receive government funding for your project, thinking of starting a business to learn how you can form your business for maximum benefit, or wish to provide grant writing services to your clients.
There is no charge to attend. Registration is required, as space is limited.
To register: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/sred-webinars.html
If you are a member of LeaderSHIFT, you will receive a detailed package with samples and a detailed guide at no cost. Click on attend.
Some tools to help members:
* [Pre-claim consultations](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/pre-claim-consultation.html?utm_content=2025-05-13_0193&utm_term=SSV) that allow eligible claimants to work with an SR&ED specialist to determine if their project contains SR&ED work before they submit a claim;
* The [SR&ED outreach program](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/sred-outreach.html?utm_content=2025-05-13_0195&utm_term=SSV), which offers targeted sector-specific presentations and one-on-one presentations to businesses, in addition to hosting general information webinars.
We also provide accessible digital resources to help businesses determine their eligibility, calculate expenditures and prepare their claim. These tools include:
* The [Self-Assessment and Learning Tool](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/self-assessment-learning-tool.html?utm_content=2025-05-13_0197&utm_term=SSV), which helps claimants find out if their work is likely to qualify for SR&ED tax incentives and estimate their potential claim amount in about 30 minutes or less;
* The SR&ED Client Portal, available within [My Business Account](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/digital-services-businesses/business-account.html?utm_content=2025-05-13_0199&utm_term=SSV), which is a secure, one-stop workspace designed to support claimants throughout the claim process.
## Learn about the program
* Register for an upcoming [SR&ED webinar](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/sred-webinars.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0248) on Sept 16, 2025 (English session)
* [Contact us](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/contact-sred.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0258) to book a tailored one-on-one outreach session
* Refer to our [annual program statistics](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/annual-program-statistics.html) web page for updated 2024 to 2025 program information
* Visit our [multimedia gallery](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/multimedia-gallery.html) for infographics, videos, and a podcast feature
## Find out if your work may be eligible
* Refer to our eligibility of work [guidelines](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-policies-guidelines/guidelines-eligibility-work-sred-tax-incentives.html)
* Use our quick and easy [Self-Assessment and Learning Tool](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/self-assessment-learning-tool.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0254)
* Request a [pre-claim consultation](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/pre-claim-consultation.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0256) for a project that is either in-progress or completed
## Prepare your claim
* Follow our [step-by-step guide](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-claim.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0260): how to prepare your claim
* Use the [SR&ED Client Portal](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/cra-login-services.html) within My Business Account to start building your claim
* [Contact us](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/contact-sred.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0258) to speak to an SR&ED specialist
Toronto Hottest AI, Startups, Tech & Finance Networking Event
***Tickets must be purchased in advance!***
🔗: [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-hottest-ai-startups-tech-finance-networking-event-tickets-1984744292607?aff=ebdsoporgprofile](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-hottest-ai-startups-tech-finance-networking-event-tickets-1984744292607?aff=ebdsoporgprofile)
Join us at the Toronto AI, Startups, Tech & Finance Networking Event to connect with like-minded Entrepreneurs in the industry!
The Ultimate St. Paddy's Day March 17th Dinner and DJ Bash!
Good day everyone,
Please join us for a fantastic **St. Paddy's Dinner and DJ party** as we mix, mingle, make new friends and then dance the night away to a fabulous DJ! Playing all the best from the 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s and your requests too!
\*Joined by my other social groups too; so we can anticipate a terrific turn out with lots of friendly peers to enjoy dinner and the lively dance floor!
**Date:** Tuesday March 17th, 2026
**Location:** 747 Mt. Pleasant (Smoke Show)
**\*Meet us inside Smoke Show between 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm (arrive later if you have too)**
\*If you have to arrive after that, still let the front door staff know you are with **Steve's group** so they can direct you to us (but kindly do your best to arrive between 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm -Thank you!
(You will be paying me not the person at the front door, so simply ask them to direct you to the group- thank you for your co-operation :)
(Event Details Below)
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host )
Event Details:
**The Ultimate St. Paddy's Day March 17th Dinner and DJ Bash!**
-A fun, interactive, event with friends, food, cocktails, green beer (optional), reserved seating, DJ and Dancing!
-Pool Table available
-DJ and Dancing after dinner :)
-Plenty of parking all around the venue
\*For more information on the menu please refer to the Smoke Show menu https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/
**Event Fee:**
5 dollars if you're **wearing green** (cash or in advance by e transfer)
10 dollars when you arrive not wearing green
(cash or e transfer in advance to [Steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://Steveflemming11@gmail.com/))
(Beverage or Appetizer Minimum please)
**Friendly Reminders:**
**-Arrive any time between 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm inside the restaurant (ask or look for Steve/Organizer when you arrive)**
\*If arriving after 7:30 you still need to let the staff at the front know you are with Steve's group so they can properly direct you to us- Thank you!
\*Just a 2 minute walk now from the new Eglinton and Mount Pleasant station :)
St. Paddy's Day Celebration! (DJ and Dancing) (Tuesday, March 17th)
Good day everyone,
Please join us for a fantastic **St. Paddy's Celebration;** as we mix, mingle, dance the night away to all our favorite songs!
\*Joined by my other social groups too; so we can anticipate a terrific turn out with lots of friendly peers to enjoy dinner and the lively dance floor!
**Date:** Tuesday March 17th, 2026
**Location:** 747 Mt. Pleasant (Smoke Show)
**\*Meet us inside Smoke Show between 7:30 pm and 9:00 pm**
\*If you have to arrive after that, still let the front door staff know you are with **Steve's group** so they can direct you to us!
(Event Details Below)
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host )
Event Details:
**St. Paddy's Day Celebration! (DJ and Dancing) (Tuesday, March 17th)**
-A fun, interactive, event with friends, food, cocktails, green beer, reserved seating, DJ and Dancing!
-Pool Table available
-DJ, Song Requests, Mingling and Dancing
-Plenty of parking all around the venue
\*For more information on the menu please refer to the Smoke Show menu https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/
**Event Fee:**
5 dollars if you're **wearing green** (cash or in advance by e transfer)
10 dollars when you arrive not wearing green
(cash or e transfer in advance to [Steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://Steveflemming11@gmail.com/))
(Beverage or Appetizer Minimum please)
**Friendly Reminders:**
**-Arrive any time between 7:30 pm and 9:00 pm inside the restaurant (ask or look for Steve/Organizer when you arrive)**
\*Just a 2 minute walk now from the new Eglinton and Mount Pleasant station :)
Blockchain Events This Week
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Elixir TO March 2026 - In Person & Remote
Hey Toronto Elixir,
Winter is in full swing in Toronto and we are back for our first meetup of 2026!
This event will be **BOTH in person and online**! The hybrid format has been pretty successful so we are very excited to, once again, bring together local Torontonians and people from all over the world that we met during the online only meetups!
We will be **hosted by BitGo**, with pizza and beverages provided for in-person attendees courtesy of **Instinct Science**.
The appointment is for **Thursday March 19th, doors open at 6:00 pm** at the BitGo's Toronto office at 110 Spadina, 9th floor or [online](https://meet.google.com/jzv-reyt-wav).
Talks will start around **6:30pm**.
First, we're excited to welcome **Francesco Cesarini,** Founder of Erlang Solutions and author of Erlang Programming and Designing for Scalability with Erlang/OTP (https://github.com/francescoc). He'll be joining us in person for his talk **Thinking Concurrency: Dwelling in Erlang and Elixir.**
The functional paradigm has been influencing mainstream languages for decades, making developers more efficient whilst helping reduce maintenance costs. As we are faced with a programming model that needs to scale on multi-core architectures and distributed environments, concurrency becomes critical. In these concurrency models, immutability, a key feature of functional programming paradigm will become even more evident. To quote Simon Peyton Jones, future concurrent languages will be functional; they might not be called functional, but the features will be. At this meetup, we will be discussing why!
Next up, **Ben Schultzer** will present **SQL - An exploration of foreign language integration in Elixir** where he'll take a closer look at the state-of-the-art in database connection pools and disprove 30 years of dogma.
If you wanna have a chat, look for our community on the **#toronto channel** of the Elixir Slack https://elixir-lang.slack.com
p.s.
Given that this is also a remote event please feel free to extend the invite outside the Toronto community as well! We'll be happy to have you!
OM Chanting (indoor)
Welcome !
OM Chanting is a group practice that uses the transformational
power of OM to activate the self-healing potential of participants, promote inner peace and purify the environment.
OM Chanting is a free practice, however, donations are welcome to help cover the rent of the studio.
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EVENT DETAILS:
address: 283 Spadina Avenue; 3rd floor. ( SE corner of Spadina and Dundas).
We will start at 6:30 pm. Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes earlier.
We will be sitting on chairs; you can also sit on the floor if you prefer.
You are encouraged to bring a bottle of water.
Looking forward to seeing you !
For more information about Om Chanting, please visit:
[https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/](https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/)
Much Love,
Veda
Cell: 416-845-9375
Mob Programming at Mofer Coffee
Let’s do some coding together at a cafe! No more working alone in the weekend. Here, we write code together. And I mean together together. Not occupying-the-same-space-but-separate together.
Here’s how it works: Jennifer brings her mobile app project, tells everyone that it is like Pinterest for recipes and she’d like to work on the nav bar. Paul and Chloe think Jennifer's project is fascinating, and they join the group. They gather around Jennifer’s laptop and work on the nav bar for 2 hours. Jennifer is the one typing out the code while Paul and Chloe research, brainstorm, and offer suggestions.
If you’re feeling stuck on your own project or need a motivation boost, bring it to mob programming!
Want to learn by watching how others code and solve problems? Join someone else’s project at this event!
Oh and we love your half-done projects that you are a bit embarrassed to share. Absolutely bring those to the event!
**Discord**:
We use Discord to share screen & code snippets during the event. Also feel free to share your projects here before the event!
https://discord.gg/Da9fZFxPfs
**Event policy**:
* We have 0 tolerance for harassment.
* We don’t allow the projects that are not meant to be shared in public such as school assignments, interview tasks, or trade secrets.
* The goal is to write code. We discourage you from pitching business ideas here, doing code reviews, or spending the whole event on planning what to do.
* Please buy a drink, and tip the barista well.
Mandarin-English Exchange
Hello Everybody!
【College Park food court is closed again, so we change the location to the food court in Brookfield Place(181 Bay St., Toronto, ON), near the Union Station.】
I am helping organize a mandarin-english language exchange downtown. If you want to improve your Mandarin/English, feel free to come by downtown and meet others to practise your language. There will be native Mandarin and English speakers to help you! Or you can share your language skills with others!
Every Saturday 3:00pm-5:00pm
Brookfield Place Food Court(181 Bay St., Toronto, ON)
[ Please find a table with "meetup" label (like the Featured photo).]
[ Usually in front of the Longo's supermarket]
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大家好:
【College Park的food court又给封了,所以我们把活动地点换到了 Brookfield Place的food court (181 Bay St., Toronto, ON),靠近Union Station。】
我正在组织一场中英文交流活动。如果你想提高你的普通话或者英语,那就快来参加吧!你可以在这里认识很多母语为普通话或者英语的新朋友!他们都非常乐于帮你提高你的中英文表达能力!也欢迎你同我们一起分享你的语言技巧! 谢谢!
每周六 3:00pm-5:00pm
Brookfield Place Food Court(181 Bay St., Toronto, ON)
【请找到一张桌子,桌上有张纸,写着“Meetup”。】
【位置通常会在longo's超市前面】
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大家好:
【College Park的food court又給封了,所以我們把活動地點換到了Brookfield Place的food court (181 Bay St., Toronto, ON),靠近Union Station。】
我正在組織一場中英文交流活動。如果你想提高你的國語或者英語,那就快來參加吧!你可以在這裡認識很多母語為國語或者英語的新朋友!他們都非常樂於幫你提高你的中英文表達能力!也歡迎你同我們一起分享你的語言技巧! 謝謝!
每週六 3:00pm-5:00pm
Brookfield Place Food Court(181 Bay St., Toronto, ON)
【請找到一張桌子,桌上有張紙,寫著“Meetup”】
【位置通常會在longo's超市前面】
Mandarin-English Exchange (Sunday)
【College Park food court is closed again, so we change the location to the food court in Aura Concourse(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON), near the College Station.】
I am helping organize a mandarin-english language exchange downtown. If you want to improve your Mandarin/English, feel free to come by downtown and meet others to practise your language. There will be native Mandarin and English speakers to help you! Or you can share your language skills with others!
Every Sunday 3:00pm-5:00pm
Aura Concourse(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON)
[ Please find a table with "meetup" label (like the Featured photo).]
[ Usually in front of the pharmacy ]
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大家好:
【College Park的food court又给封了,所以我们把活动地点换到了 Aura Concourse的food court(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON),靠近College Station。】
我正在组织一场中英文交流活动。如果你想提高你的普通话或者英语,那就快来参加吧!你可以在这里认识很多母语为普通话或者英语的新朋友!他们都非常乐于帮你提高你的中英文表达能力!也欢迎你同我们一起分享你的语言技巧! 谢谢!
每周日 3:00pm-5:00pm
Aura Concourse food court(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON)
【请找到一张桌子,桌上有张纸,写着“Meetup”。】
【位置通常在药房前面】
————————————————
大家好:
【College Park的food court又給封了,所以我們把活動地點換到了Aura Concourse的food court(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON),靠近College 】
我正在組織一場中英文交流活動。如果你想提高你的國語或者英語,那就快來參加吧!你可以在這裡認識很多母語為國語或者英語的新朋友!他們都非常樂於幫你提高你的中英文表達能力!也歡迎你同我們一起分享你的語言技巧! 謝謝!
每週日 3:00pm-5:00pm
Aura Concourse food court(384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON)
【請找到一張桌子,桌上有張紙,寫著“Meetup”】
【位置通常會在藥房前面】
Prepping for Liberty: Building Personal & Family Resilience
Join Liberty Labs Toronto for our ninth meetup on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM near Yonge and Eglinton! In a world of increasing uncertainty, true personal sovereignty includes the ability to care for yourself and your loved ones when systems fail or become unreliable. We’ll discuss practical, realistic prepping from a libertarian perspective—focusing on self-reliance, voluntary cooperation, and avoiding fear-based consumerism.
Topics we’ll cover:
* Core principles: Why prepping aligns with self-ownership and anti-fragility
* Realistic priorities for urban/suburban Canadians (food, water, power, security, skills)
* Low-to-medium budget starting points that don’t require a bunker
* Community & mutual aid: How liberty-minded people can support each other without central coordination
* Common myths and pitfalls to avoid
What to expect:
* Open, practical discussion and idea-sharing (bring your own experiences or questions)
* Complimentary appetizers and a drink ticket
* Everyone who attends will receive a million-dollar Zimbabwe note as a fun take-home reminder of real value vs. fiat illusions
* Connect with 10-20 liberty-minded Torontonians
No Code? No Problem. Build Your Own Trading Bot with AI - Live Demo
I will be presenting on the use cases of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in trading. Given the evolution of the AI landscape, I've increasingly integrated AI into my algorithmic trading strategies.
The session will be structured as a presentation.
Thanks for Midori (from [MooMoo](https://start.moomoo.com/ALGO2026)) for giving us space to host our event.
Here [Moomoo's welcome offer for new Canadian accounts](https://start.moomoo.com/ALGO2026):
\- 6% APY on idle cash for 30 days
\- $2\,000 commission rebate valid for 30 days
\- Deposit reward: $300 cash coupons
\- Transfer from another broker and get extra CA$200\-CA$2\,300
(T&Cs: [https://www.moomoo.com/ca/support/topic10_93](https://www.moomoo.com/ca/support/topic10_93) )
Fund your account ahead of time and get an extra Amazon Gift Card on event day!
For this special offer, [use this link to signup.](https://start.moomoo.com/ALGO2026)
**Agenda:**
* 5:30 pm Check in starts and network with members
* 6:00 pm check-in ends - so please come on time
* 6:05 pm Welcome (by Midori) and Quick Introduction of Members (\~15 mins)
* 6:20 pm Presentation by Raj - AI Use Cases for Trading and Algo Trading (\~ 25 mins)
* 6:45 pm Presentation by Ramin - Useful & Free AI trading tools on Moomoo platform, Canada's first AI featured broker (fundamentals, charting & screeners made easy) (\~ 25 mins)
* 7:10 pm Questions (\~10 mins)
* 7:20 pm Network and talk to members & moomoo team. (\~30 to 40 mins)
Please no promotion of MLM, pyramid schemes or similar stuff.
**Useful Links**
* Notion page of [Algo Trading Resources](https://systemetic.notion.site/Algorithmic-Trading-Resources-fe400c5258e440fd8a4d63770d08bc13)
* [Telegram Channel Invite](https://t.me/+sRLNt-7THMsxMGFh) for getting resource and event announcements
* [Discord group invite link](https://discord.gg/TEWsPp5XvF) for sharing ideas (charts, strategies, day trading, swing trading, options, and chit chat) with other traders and investors.
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Disclaimer: **This meetup is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional financial advice.** The discussions and materials presented at this meetup are provided as general information and are not intended to be a substitute for professional financial, legal, or tax advice. All participants are encouraged to consult their financial advisor or qualified professionals regarding specific financial issues. None of the organizers, speakers, or participants at this meetup are liable for any financial loss or damage incurred as a result of trading activities or decisions based on the information shared during this event. Trading stocks and other financial instruments involves risk and may not be suitable for all individuals.
CFTC Rule 4.41: Futures, foreign currency and options trading contains substantial risk and is not for every investor. An investor could potentially lose all or more than the initial investment. Risk capital is money that can be lost without jeopardizing one’s financial security or lifestyle. Only risk capital should be used for trading and only those with sufficient risk capital should consider trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
Non-Endorsement: References to specific securities, investment strategies, or any financial instruments during the meetup are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute a recommendation, endorsement, or investment advice by the organizers or speakers.
No Guarantees: There is no guarantee that the investment strategies discussed will be profitable or protect against loss. All investments involve the risk of loss.
Conflict of Interest: Presenters or organizers may hold or intend to acquire positions in securities discussed during the meetup, which may create a conflict of interest.
By participating in this meetup, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.
Blockchain Events Near You
Connect with your local Blockchain community
OhioLockers Funk Jam.
**Midwest Funk Jam – OhioLockers**
A monthly gathering dedicated to **locking, popping, and funk dance culture** in Columbus.
We start with a **free fundamentals class**, then open the floor for a **dance session and cypher**. Whether you're new to funk styles or an experienced dancer, this is a space to learn, practice, and connect with the Midwest dance community.
Hosted by **FlexyStu & DJ Vix**
📍 Oracle Bar
🗓 Last Thursday of every month
⏰ 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
💸 Free entry
🅿️ Free street parking right outside
🔞 18+
8:30 – Free Locking & Popping fundamentals class
9:00 – Open dance session & cypher
All levels welcome.
**Class → Session → Cypher → Funk**
IG@Ohiolockers
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1426377732280863/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
Columbus HUG March
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**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
ServiceNow's Got Talent
Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you.
We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform.
Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live.
So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent.
Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new.
Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with:
• A demo
• A real-world business solution
• A bold idea
• A UX transformation
• Or a creative use of the platform
Judging Criteria:
🏆 Business Value
🚀 Innovation
✨ User Experience
This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value.
Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired.
Refreshments and bites will be provided.
And maybe next time… you’ll be on stage.
Brain Tumor Support Group
**Welcome to the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky’s Support Group.**
*\*\*This meeting has been moved to the 4th Monday of each month.*
This group is a safe space for **survivors of traumatic and acquired brain injuries**, as well as their **families and caregivers**, to find support, share experiences, and connect with others who understand the journey.
Whether you're newly injured, a longtime survivor, or supporting a loved one, you’ll find comfort, information, and encouragement here. Our professionally facilitated groups offer a confidential, compassionate setting for healing, learning, and growing together.
Join us to discover the power of community—because no one should walk this road alone.
*All survivors of ABI/TBI and those who care for them are welcome.*
\* This meeting is for persons with brain tumors and their guests.
\*\* This is a hybrid meeting. For those meeting in-person dinner is served at 5:45pm. Online begins at 6:30pm.
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.






























