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CAD Design Events Today

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Hardware Hacking Night
Hardware Hacking Night
Want to mess with some electronics? Or perhaps contribute to HacDC's main group project? HacDC's latest event brings hardware projects to the community. We will focus primarily on the main project (Space Blimp!) but please feel free to bring some of your own projects to show off and work on!
Fireside Healing Circle & Meditations
Fireside Healing Circle & Meditations
✨ **An Evening of Reflection, Renewal and Awakening** ✨ Join us for a transformative evening of healing, connection, and self-discovery. Gathered in sacred space around the glow of the fire, we will journey together through meditations designed to ground, restore, and awaken the spirit to purpose and loving service. 🌿 **What to Expect** * Gentle, guided meditations (two new practices each gathering) * Heartfelt sharing in a safe, supportive circle * Space for authentic expression, deep listening, and mutual growth * Meaningful spiritual insights and uplifting discussion This is a gathering for anyone seeking peace, clarity, or community. All are welcome—simply bring an open mind and a respectful heart. 🔥 **When & Where** * We typically meet twice each month on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays. Come as often—or as little—as your spirit calls. * Weather permitting, we gather outdoors in the tipi or by the large fire circle. If needed, we will move indoors. * 💫 **For First-Time Visitors** * No prior experience is needed. * Please arrive **15 minutes early** to settle in. * You are welcome to walk the grounds or explore our crystal shop before the circle begins. 📍 **Directions** * Address: **15406 Riding Stable Rd.** (property is at the end of a ½ mile driveway into the woods). * You will cross a small stream—drive slowly (under 10 MPH) to keep dust down. * Please be mindful of our neighbors and do not stop to interact with horses along the way. * 💖 **Energy Exchange** To help keep this gathering accessible, we invite an offering of **$15–$25**. If you feel called to contribute in another way, please reach out in advance. With love and gratitude, we welcome you into this circle of renewal.
We Built an AI Platform Using AI — Here's What We Learned
We Built an AI Platform Using AI — Here's What We Learned
A small team of AWS Solutions Architects not traditional software engineers, built AIRE Traffic Control (ATC), a production agentic AI platform now serving thousands of builders. We used AI at every stage: spec-driven development, AI-generated code, automated testing, and agentic workflows. In this talk, we'll share the real story, the architecture, the failures, the breakthroughs, and what we learned about driving adoption from 32% to 92% in 10 weeks. You'll walk away with practical patterns for building multi-agent systems, using AI-DLC methodology, and empowering non-traditional dev teams to ship production-grade applications.
Fun & easy way to play more tennis (read event description)
Fun & easy way to play more tennis (read event description)
We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/silver-spring-md/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott
DevCommunity - DC/NY Meetup
DevCommunity - DC/NY Meetup
**Agenda:** • 5:00 PM - Doors Open (in-person attendees). • 5:30 PM - **Deep Dive into Claude Code** • 6:30 PM - Networking • 7:00 PM - Doors Close **Talk Overview:** **Deep Dive into Claude Code** Ever wondered what happens under the hood when Claude Code runs your next Android task? This talk dives into the internals of Anthropic's AI coding agent — its bootstrap pipeline and agent loop. You'll see how fork agents share prompt-cache prefixes to cut input token costs and how four-layer context compression keeps long conversations from exhausting the window. You'll leave with a mental model of how this production AI agent actually works. Whether you're building custom MCP integrations, orchestrating multi-agent tasks, or just trying to get more from the tool you use every day, you'll have a toolkit of patterns to apply to your own Android workflows. **Speaker**: Mohit Sarveiya **Speaker Bio:** Staff Android Engineer AirBnb & Google Developer Expert **How to find us:** 1680 Capital One Drive, McLean, VA 22102 We'll be located in C2 **100 D/E**. The area is publicly accessible. If you can't find it, you can ask the front desk for directions to the **C2 100 D/E** **Attending Virtually?** Zoom Link: [https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84509924569?pwd=jLXAAyOY94b9BARoiACKtKz16MoDi1.1](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84509924569?pwd%3DjLXAAyOY94b9BARoiACKtKz16MoDi1.1__;!!FrPt2g6CO4Wadw!LFvXbAXwA9nr_LdcnaIwoMGePe66Msg5rsnSUkUB9Z2ixCtXMfmUuOCTC5hZPsJVUdvuRVQrAUvdV-jdXQm6$&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw16hb6F9SrCsaIabEet1HR7) Meeting ID: 845 0992 4569 Passcode: 754789 **Parking**: You can park at 1680 Capital One Drive; this garage has a sign indicating public parking. Or at the WEGMANS parking lot.
Read & Reflect: A Social Reading Circle.
Shared Pages, Shared Insights.
Read & Reflect: A Social Reading Circle. Shared Pages, Shared Insights.
📚 Do you love reading, but wish you had a structure and a community to share your insights with? Join our small circle of curious minds (just 4 members per gathering) as we come together for an hour of focused reading—in the calm setting of a library or the cozy atmosphere of a café. Here’s how it works: First part: Quiet reading on your own—bring a book you’re exploring, whether it’s philosophy, history, psychology, literature, or anything meaningful to you. Second part: We regroup and each person shares key takeaways, insights, or questions sparked by their reading. This sparks a structured yet free-flowing conversation around ideas, perspectives, and personal reflections. Why join? Add structure to your reading habit. Discover new books, authors, and ideas through others’ choices. Build real connections by sharing and listening deeply. Socialize around something meaningful instead of small talk.
The Refraction AI Exchange
The Refraction AI Exchange

CAD Design Events This Week

Discover what is happening in the next few days

Designer Duels at the Board Room
Designer Duels at the Board Room
**Could it be that the perfect format doesn't exist because the cards for it haven’t yet been made? Are ideas already budding in your mind? Let’s bring them to life. Even if they aren't perfect, I want to see them in action! Expand an existing theme or brew an entirely new one.** **Here’s a card editor you may use:** **[https://lauqerm.github.io/ygocarder/](https://lauqerm.github.io/ygocarder/?data=%7B%22fm%22%3A%22tcg%22%2C%22rg%22%3A%22en%22%2C%22fr%22%3A%22ritual%22%2C%22lf%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22rf%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22rpf%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22fo%22%3A%22normal%22%2C%22op%22%3A%7B%22opbd%22%3A100%2C%22oppd%22%3A100%2C%22optx%22%3A100%2C%22opnm%22%3A100%2C%22opbf%22%3A%22%23404040%22%2C%22opab%22%3Atrue%2C%22opnb%22%3Atrue%2C%22opeb%22%3Atrue%2C%22opfb%22%3Atrue%2C%22opbl%22%3Afalse%7D%2C%22fn%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22afn%22%3A%22normal%22%2C%22of%22%3A%5B%22normal%22%2C%22normal%22%2C%22normal%22%2C%22normal%22%5D%2C%22na%22%3A%22Junko%22%2C%22nst%22%3A%22custom%22%2C%22ns%22%3A%7B%22nsfs%22%3A%22%23000000%22%2C%22nssc%22%3A%22%23000000%22%7D%2C%22at%22%3A%22TRAP%22%2C%22att%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22sf%22%3A%22NO+ICON%22%2C%22it%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22st%22%3A6%2C%22stl%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22sa%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22ar%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fh5kXZeC.png%22%2C%22ad%22%3A%22%22%2C%22as%22%3A%22online%22%2C%22af%22%3Afalse%2C%22arc%22%3A%7B%22aru%22%3A%22%25%22%2C%22ara%22%3A1.325%2C%22arx%22%3A0%2C%22ary%22%3A4%2C%22arw%22%3A100%2C%22arh%22%3A67.54716981132076%7D%2C%22hbg%22%3Afalse%2C%22bg%22%3A%22%22%2C%22bgd%22%3A%22%22%2C%22bf%22%3Afalse%2C%22bgs%22%3A%22online%22%2C%22bgt%22%3A%22fit%22%2C%22bgc%22%3A%7B%22bgx%22%3A0%2C%22bgy%22%3A4%2C%22bgw%22%3A100%2C%22bgh%22%3A89.5%2C%22bgu%22%3A%22%25%22%2C%22bga%22%3A1%7D%2C%22lm%22%3A%5B%221%22%2C%223%22%2C%227%22%2C%229%22%5D%2C%22lr%22%3A%22%22%2C%22il%22%3Anull%2C%22ip%22%3Atrue%2C%22pf%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22pe%22%3A%22Once+per+turn%3A+You+can+pay+800+LP%2C+increase+this+card%27s+Pendulum+Scale+by+1.%22%2C%22rs%22%3A%224%22%2C%22bs%22%3A%224%22%2C%22psi%22%3A%22medium%22%2C%22ta%22%3A%5B%22Trap+Card%22%5D%2C%22es%22%3A%7B%22cdtl%22%3A%22strict%22%2C%22efs%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22eus%22%3A0%2C%22ebg%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22eml%22%3A0%2C%22ejr%22%3A100%7D%2C%22ps%22%3A%7B%22pfs%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22pus%22%3A0%2C%22pbg%22%3A%22auto%22%2C%22pml%22%3A0%2C%22pjr%22%3A100%7D%2C%22ef%22%3A%22%5B2%2B+Effect+Monsters%5D%5CnEach+time+an+opponent%27s+monster+activates+its+effect%2C+place+1+Pure+Counter+on+that+opponent%27s+monster+%28max.+1%29+after+that+effect+resolves.+Unaffected+by+activated+effects+from+monster+with+a+Pure+Counter.+Cannot+be+destroyed+by+battle+with+monsters+with+a+Pure+Counter.%22%2C%22si%22%3A%22YGOC-EN001%22%2C%22atk%22%3A%222000%22%2C%22def%22%3A%222000%22%2C%22pw%22%3A%2218111996%22%2C%22sti%22%3A%22holo5%22%2C%22fe%22%3A%221%3Cst%3E+Edition%22%2C%22ife%22%3Atrue%2C%22act%22%3A%22%22%2C%22hct%22%3Afalse%2C%22isp%22%3Afalse%2C%22ile%22%3Afalse%2C%22idt%22%3Afalse%2C%22ilc%22%3Afalse%2C%22cr%22%3A%22%C2%A92020+Studio+Dice%2FSHUEISHA+TV+TOKYO%2C+KONAMI%22%2C%22fh%22%3Atrue%2C%22sts%22%3A%5Bfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%2Cfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%5D%2C%22tts%22%3A%5Bfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%2Cfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%5D%2C%22ets%22%3A%5Bfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%2Cfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%5D%2C%22pts%22%3A%5Bfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%2Cfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%5D%2C%22ots%22%3A%5Bfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%2Cfalse%2C%22%23000000%22%5D%2C%22dl%22%3A%5B%22%22%2C%22%22%2C%22%22%2C%22%22%2C%22%22%2C%22%22%2C%22%22%5D%2C%22fl%22%3A%5B0%2C0%5D%2C%22ve%22%3A3%7D)** **Just click and type away. Don’t hold back your imagination.** **And, as for the non-custom cards you use, don't worry about points or forbidden/limited status. A little bit of chaos can be fun sometimes!**
Sew Woven Tops, Tunics and Dresses! with Fit for Art (2-day)
Sew Woven Tops, Tunics and Dresses! with Fit for Art (2-day)
Fit for Art’s [Carpe Diem pattern](https://artisticartifacts.com/products/carpe-diem-dress-tunic-pattern-by-fit-for-art) is perfect for both wardrobe basics and fanciful tops in a variety of lengths and sleeve finishes! Class will begin with a fitting sample to assure you have the perfect, and comfortable fit. As class progresses, you’ll learn all the many ways this top/tunic/dress pattern can be made for every season of the year! Learn more about this class, view your student supply list, and pay for your registration via Artistic Artifacts’ secure online website: [https://artisticartifacts.com/products/carpe-diem-tops-tunics-and-dresses-with-fit-for-art](https://artisticartifacts.com/products/carpe-diem-tops-tunics-and-dresses-with-fit-for-art) __________ Due to the size or other requirements of the class or concurrent scheduling, some classes are in our second-floor space: access is via stairs only. Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website at https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk, or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies » https://artisticartifacts.com/pages/class-policies
Circlesinging Together ** Elwood Smith Community Center, Rockville **
Circlesinging Together ** Elwood Smith Community Center, Rockville **
LOCATION CHANGE: In June we are back at Elwood Smith Community Center, Rockville! \*\*\* The community-singing event where where everything's made up and the point — to sing for our lives — matters. Our leaders will teach you parts to sing for spontaneously-composed choral pieces. We play a variety of listening/music/singing games, and create safe opportunities for participants to improvise as little or as much as they might like. Good for all skill levels, shower-singers to seasoned pros, no sheet-music-reading required. \*\*\* We usually meet on the second Sunday of the month, and will continue to meet in-person as long as it makes sense. We encourage and provide masks. We will also plan on continuing our Zoom circles from time to time. So please check the day before/day of the meetup each month to confirm date & details. This world needs more song; join in the fun, and be the music you want to hear in the world. Hope to see you there! \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ L❤️ving this? Donate! : ) Your donations help keep our mission alive! We love doing this with you. Thank you to all who support us. Suggested donation is $15-20. Please include "VX" in the memo/notes! Via paypal: [ParisKern@comcast.net](https://paypal.me/Pariskern) Via Venmo: [@Pariskern](https://account.venmo.com/u/Pariskern) Check? Email: [ParisKern@comcast.net](mailto:ParisKern@comcast.net) IMAGE RIGHTS: We may take pictures and record videos of our in-person events, and record our Zoom meetings online. This material will be available for us to use to publicize upcoming circles and workshops and performances. By attending our events, you are agreeing with the image rights agreement. \~\~
Make a Chicken Quilt with Dudley Shugart
Make a Chicken Quilt with Dudley Shugart
Learn to make chicken blocks using traditional piecing methods, simple straight lines and diagonal seams — no paper piecing or templates (you can make a table runner instead of a quilt if desired). Dudley will also teach you the flip and sew method that **makes perfect points for the chicken crowns and beaks — without having to cut or piece tiny triangles!** Traditional quilting techniques and methods will be taught throughout class. Learn more about this class, view your student supply list, and pay for your registration via Artistic Artifacts’ secure online website: **[https://artisticartifacts.com/products/chicken-quilt-with-dudley-shugart](https://artisticartifacts.com/products/chicken-quilt-with-dudley-shugart)** __________ Due to the size or other requirements of the class or concurrent scheduling, some classes are in our second-floor space: access is via stairs only. Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website at https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk, or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies » https://artisticartifacts.com/pages/class-policies
Descibing Your  Unique Value to Potential Employers
Descibing Your Unique Value to Potential Employers
Please Expect an Extremely Interactive Workshop More details coming
Fireside Healing Circle & Meditations
Fireside Healing Circle & Meditations
✨ **An Evening of Reflection, Renewal and Awakening** ✨ Join us for a transformative evening of healing, connection, and self-discovery. Gathered in sacred space around the glow of the fire, we will journey together through meditations designed to ground, restore, and awaken the spirit to purpose and loving service. 🌿 **What to Expect** * Gentle, guided meditations (two new practices each gathering) * Heartfelt sharing in a safe, supportive circle * Space for authentic expression, deep listening, and mutual growth * Meaningful spiritual insights and uplifting discussion This is a gathering for anyone seeking peace, clarity, or community. All are welcome—simply bring an open mind and a respectful heart. 🔥 **When & Where** * We typically meet twice each month on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays. Come as often—or as little—as your spirit calls. * Weather permitting, we gather outdoors in the tipi or by the large fire circle. If needed, we will move indoors. * 💫 **For First-Time Visitors** * No prior experience is needed. * Please arrive **15 minutes early** to settle in. * You are welcome to walk the grounds or explore our crystal shop before the circle begins. 📍 **Directions** * Address: **15406 Riding Stable Rd.** (property is at the end of a ½ mile driveway into the woods). * You will cross a small stream—drive slowly (under 10 MPH) to keep dust down. * Please be mindful of our neighbors and do not stop to interact with horses along the way. * 💖 **Energy Exchange** To help keep this gathering accessible, we invite an offering of **$15–$25**. If you feel called to contribute in another way, please reach out in advance. With love and gratitude, we welcome you into this circle of renewal.

CAD Design Events Near You

Connect with your local CAD Design community

Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus
Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus
Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus! Saturday June 13th Choose a location & Time: Holiday Inn Express : 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Rangoli -The Indian Mall: 7:00 PM -8:00 PM [RSVP](https://innerengineering.sadhguru.org/columbus?fbclid=IwdGRzaASVdldjbGNrBJV2TmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHmTH5dVmwyksT8x39dKxCZZPJm96hYF7q4m6CmzfjsgJ14o3X4jux71er_mq_aem_W51vRnuLMzlDtxYJWPuqKg&sfnsn=wa)
American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group
American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group
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!
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).
Manic Mondays with Salsamante Dance Academy
Manic Mondays with Salsamante Dance Academy
Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) 15 for One Class 20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space. Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017
Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code - Alan Barber
Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code - Alan Barber
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD
Free Introduction to Inner Engineering in Columbus
Free Introduction to Inner Engineering in Columbus
Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus! Saturday June 13th Choose a location & Time: Holiday Inn Express : 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Rangoli -The Indian Mall: 7:00 PM -8:00 PM [RSVP](https://innerengineering.sadhguru.org/columbus?fbclid=IwdGRzaASVdldjbGNrBJV2TmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHmTH5dVmwyksT8x39dKxCZZPJm96hYF7q4m6CmzfjsgJ14o3X4jux71er_mq_aem_W51vRnuLMzlDtxYJWPuqKg&sfnsn=wa)