Blues Dancing

**Hello AWS Builders! 👋** We’re excited to announce **AWS Tech Connect 2026**, a flagship **in-person** event organized by **AWS Cloud Club RTMSSU Nagpur**, focused on preparing students and aspiring professionals for the rapidly evolving **cloud, AI, and security landscape** 🚀 Join us for a **power-packed day of industry insights, emerging technology discussions, and career guidance**, featuring expert speakers from the AWS ecosystem. This event is designed to **bridge the gap between academia and industry**, helping attendees understand where technology is headed and how to align their skills for **future-ready careers**. * **Fill this form for In-Person attendes:** [https://forms.gle/R7EwruXjQ7ContJs8](https://forms.gle/R7EwruXjQ7ContJs8) **📌This event will include exciting swags, snacks, and many more engaging experiences!** **Whats in the Store?** 🚀 This event features **three insightful speaker sessions**: **Session 1: Emerging Technologies, Industry Trends & Career Roadmap** **Delivered by:** *Chirag Oswal* **Role:** Solutions Architect, [Amazon Web Services](https://aws.amazon.com/?nc2=h_home) (AWS) **This session will cover:** * Cloud Computing, AI/ML, DevOps & Automation * Industry hiring trends and expectations * Skills, certifications, and career pathways * Real-world AWS use cases * Practical guidance for students and early-career professionals **Session 2: From Idea to Output – Building a Generative AI Feature on AWS** **Delivered by:** *Naresh Waswani* **Role:** Senior Architect, [Simpplr Inc](https://www.simpplr.com/) (ex-IBM) **Organizer:** AWS User Group Nagpur This session offers a **practical walkthrough of building a Generative AI feature**, starting from a simple idea and ending with meaningful output. Participants will understand how engineers integrate GenAI into real applications and where **Amazon Bedrock** fits in the AWS ecosystem. **Key focus areas include:** * How Generative AI works in real-world systems * End-to-end flow from input to output * Practical understanding of Amazon Bedrock * How GenAI features are designed for production * Career relevance of Generative AI skills **Session 3: Navigating the Cloud Threat Landscape & Global Career Opportunities** **Delivered by:** *Muhammad Murtuza Hussain* **Role:** Program Manager, [TFC Research and Innovation Limited](https://www.tfcengage.com/) (Dublin, Ireland) This session focuses on **cloud security awareness and career perspectives**, helping attendees understand how modern threats impact cloud environments and how security, risk, and governance intersect with **global cloud careers**. **Topics include:** * Modern cloud threat landscape * Common cloud risks and misconfigurations * Shared Responsibility Model in practice * Security, governance, and compliance basics * Global career opportunities in cloud security **Event Agenda:** **10:00 – 10:15 AM:** Opening Remarks & Introduction **10:15 – 11:15 AM:** Session 1 – Chirag Oswal (AWS) **11:15 – 11:35 AM:** Tea Break & Networking **11:35 – 12:35 PM:** Session 2 – Naresh Waswani (GenAI on AWS) **12:35 – 01:25 PM:** Session 3 – Muhammad Murtuza Hussain **01:25 – 01:30 PM:** Closing Remarks & Vote of Thanks **Who Should Attend?** * Undergraduate & postgraduate students * Aspiring cloud engineers, developers, DevOps & security professionals * Early-career technology professionals * Faculty members & tech enthusiasts 📌 **In-person event** Seminar Hall, RTMSSU, Nagpur - 440025 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/m9AtKfWCemjyrWRW8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/m9AtKfWCemjyrWRW8) **What You’ll Gain:** ✔ Clarity on future technology trends ✔ Role-based career roadmap and guidance ✔ Exposure to real-world AWS and GenAI use cases ✔ Understanding of cloud security and threats ✔ Interaction with industry professionals ✔ Networking with like-minded peers **IMPORTANT – Registration Information:** * To attend this event, **RSVP is mandatory**. * Entry is subject to **venue capacity and security verification**. **Important Notes:** * Please arrive by **09:30 AM – 09:45 AM** (entry closes at 10:00 AM sharp) * Carry a **valid ID proof** (Aadhar Card, Pan Card etc) for venue security **Stay Connected:** 🎟️ Meetup Group: [https://www.meetup.com/rtmssu/](https://www.meetup.com/rtmssu/) 💼 LinkedIn Community: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/rtmssu/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/rtmssu/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/rtmssu/](https://www.instagram.com/rtmssu/) 📧 For queries, collaborations, or support: aws.rtmssu@gmail.com Let’s learn, connect, and prepare for the future of technology together ☁️✨

Capital Blues! On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area. Admission is $10 per person at the door via cash or credit. Enjoy a 45-minute lesson followed by 2.5 hours of dancing with fantastic DJs!

✨ Join us for our **3rd Saturday Social Ballroom Dance** and step into an evening filled with friendly dancers and the extraordinary musical DJ and Instructor talent of **Michael Sims**, where you can sign up for dances with Michael during the evening! **7:30 - 8:30 PM: Bachata Dance lesson by** **Michael Sims, of Lite on Your Feet Dancing.** **8:30 - 10:30 PM: Ballroom Dance music by Michael Sims.** $15 (cash or check) includes the lesson plus the dance, cold water and special scrumptious snacks this evening. Dress is Ballroom Casual. Please no cutoffs, T-shirts or jeans. Dress to Impress! No experience, reservations or partner needed. All Singles Welcome!! 1,850 sq. ft. beautiful oak dance floor. Plenty of free, safe parking ## Questions? Find Colvin Run at [http://www.colvinrun.org](http://www.colvinrun.org) or visit [http://www.meetup.com/colvinrun-org/](http://www.meetup.com/colvinrun-org/) or contact [Kathy.Milks@ColvinRun.org](mailto:Kathy.Milks@colvinrun.org) Please go to our **[website](https://www.colvinrun.org/the-events/calendar)** [calendar](https://www.colvinrun.org/the-events/calendar) for all dances at Colvin Run Dance Hall.

Ed and Gail's Third Sunday Dance With ERICA SMITH 4:00-5:00 West Coast Swing Lesson with Erica 5:00-7:00 Dance (West Coast Swing, Two-Step, East Coast Swing, Waltz, Cha Cha, Hustle, and more!) $15 \*\*JT Swing Team will perform for us around 5:30!\*\* Lots of fun dancers at this event! Please join us!

***Colvin Run's Thursday Night Country Dance with Tim Bowker*** Come early and enjoy the warmup music at 7:15 p.m. **Tim Bowker's Country Nightclub Two-Step lesson** is at **7:30 p.m**, and then stay for **DJ Tim's dance party 8:30-10:30 p.m.** Cold water, snacks and lots of friendly people included. No partner, experience, or reservations needed. Plenty of free, safe parking. $15 entry fee (cash/check only); Includes lesson, dance and light refreshments. ***First Timer? No Problem!! Come learn a great lesson from Timothy Bowker! We welcome everyone!*** \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Mark your calendars for **West Coast Swing Sundays** Every 2nd & 4th Sunday at 4:00 p.m. The next WCS Sunday is January 11, 2026 ***Find your happy place at Colvin Run Dance Hall*** ***Where everybody knows your name, and everyone's glad you came!*** *Find Colvin Run at: http://www.colvinrun.org* *or contact Kathy.Milks@ColvinRun.org*

Ed and Gail's ever popular 50/50 Hustle /West Coast Swing event takes place the fourth Saturday of every month. It features a DJ’d mix of contemporary and classic Hustle and West Coast Swing music DJ'd by **Ed Cottrell**, and Hustle lessons taught by renowned Hustle instructor **Joyce Szili**. 7:00 - 7:45 pm Beginner Hustle 7:45 - 8:30 pm Easy Intermediate Hustle 8:30-11:00 Dancing to a perfect mix of Hustle and West Coast Swing $15 Admission

Ed and Gail's Third Sunday Dance With ERICA SMITH 4:00-5:00 West Coast Swing Lesson with Erica 5:00-7:00 Dance (West Coast Swing, Two-Step, East Coast Swing, Waltz, Cha Cha, Hustle, and more!) $15 \*\*JT Swing Team will perform for us around 5:30!\*\* Lots of fun dancers at this event! Please join us! No partner necessary! Plenty of friendly people to hang out with!