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Bluegrass Repertoire Class with Justin Heath
This is a great class for beginner to intermediate players looking to get into bluegrass. Students will learn the basic chords and melody of one or 2 classic Bluegrass songs and how to approach playing them in a jam setting. Over the course of about an hour the class will play the tunes several times as a group exploring different possibilities for kickoffs, solos, endings and more. At the end of the class we open up the jam!
Justin plays guitar and banjo with Cherry Blossom Special and runs jam sessions along and runs jam sessions along with mandolinist Nick Cameron and fiddler Mari Carlson. He has been teaching guitar, banjo and mandolin in Takoma Park since 2012. This class was designed to give people an affordable entry point to Bluegrass music, and help grow the community. The class is $30 Register [Here!](https://checkout.square.site/buy/GUSSUYYW5UMKDMCDV4CQBOBL)
Excellent & Engaging: Acts Bible Study & Fellowship!
**Hi Amazing Singles,**
Have you been looking for a precious community?
People who pursue God seriously :)
People who love hard and laugh equally :)
People who pray in abundance but also eat with rigor ;) LOL
Then you've come to the right place!
The Spring/Winter is upon us where I and Chaplain Ted will work to love and lead us all to get additional fuel for our Christian adventure as we study and emulate the early exciting Christian church!
If your new we would love for you to give us a try!
If you've been around it's time to return.
An Amazon link to the 2 needed books are provided below:
Ted and I are excited to walk with you and dive into this rich book together, part 2
Our actual Study, Acts 13-28 Acts for You
***There is no more thrilling part of the Bible than the book of Acts, and no better guide to it than Albert Mohler.
If you have any questions let Ted or I know.
Lots of love,
Ted - 443-905-2585
Andy - 804-986-3164
The below is not a hyperlink, but you can cut and paste and put it in your browser.
https://a.co/d/cH5QHzi
https://a.co/d/b7MUOhq
February Circlesinging Workshop: Discover Your Musical Voice
**Circlesinging Workshop: Discover Your Musical Voice (90 minutes)**
**Register here**! [https://pci.jotform.com/form/260257573283158](https://pci.jotform.com/form/260257573283158)
Join members of VoiceExchange on February 22 for an introduction to -- or continued practice of -- the art of collaborative vocal improvisation. In this 90-minute workshop, we'll explore the captivating practice of circlesinging—where voices intertwine to create spontaneous, layered musical landscapes without instruments, written music, or rehearsal.
**The Workshop Experience**
Standing together in a circle, you'll discover your innate capacity to create music with nothing but your voice. We'll guide you through foundational techniques for developing simple musical patterns that blend with others, creating beautiful moments of shared sound. Through focused instruction and guided practice, you'll experience the unique joy of co-creating improvised vocal music.
This workshop draws from practices developed by Bobby McFerrin, Rhiannon, and Música do Círculo, introducing you to the essential elements that make collaborative vocal improvisation both accessible and deeply rewarding.
**What You'll Learn**
* Basic techniques to unlock your personal capacity for musical invention
* How to create simple looped musical ideas that combine with others
* Foundational skills including listening techniques and basic vocal layering
**Who Should Attend**
This workshop welcomes anyone comfortable with their singing voice—particularly those who've found themselves naturally harmonizing with songs on the radio or humming improvised melodies. No formal music training or ability to read sheet music required—just bring your curiosity and willingness to explore.
**What You'll Take Away**
* **First Steps in Musical Discovery:** Begin to uncover your unique musical voice and capacity for spontaneous creation
* **Taste of Community Creation:** Experience the connection that forms when voices unite in collaborative musical conversation
* **Introduction to Mindful Listening:** Practice attentive listening and responding through sound
**Workshop Details**
**Date**: Sunday, February 22, 2026
**Time**: 3:00-4:30 PM
**Location**: Elwood Smith Community Center, 601 Harrington Rd, Rockville, MD 20852
**Parking**: Available in lot outside the building
**Register here**! [https://pci.jotform.com/form/260257573283158](https://pci.jotform.com/form/260257573283158)
Presented by members of VoiceExchange, a vocal improvisation ensemble dedicated to exploring and sharing the joy of collaborative vocal creation.
**Contact**: [circlesinging.maryland@gmail.com](mailto:circlesinging.maryland@gmail.com)
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This event is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council ([msac.org](https://msac.org/)).
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CANCELLED!! FREE HUGS on the National Mall CANCELLED!!
**Hi Everyone,**
**I'm deeply sorry, but I am cancelling FUTURE FREE HUGS events until such time that I know what's happening regarding the COVID, FLU and RSV hospitalization data!!**
**For FREE HUGS events in the past, I have consulted the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to determine if the hospitalizations for COVID, FLU and RSV were elevated or not.**
**However, the Trump administration has restricted what CDC communicates to the public and has purged or stopped recent hospitalization data on the CDC website.**
**There have been no updates on the chart since September 27, 2025**
**[https://www.cdc.gov/resp-net/dashboard/](https://www.cdc.gov/resp-net/dashboard/)**
**As a result, I'm not willing to risk people's health, nor mine, unnecessarily and am cancelling FREE HUGS events until the hospital data become available.**
**Lots of Hugs and Much Love,**
**Jeff**
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**FREE HUGS on National Mall**
**"Spreading More Love"**
[FREE HUGS October 2017. 32 sec.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh7v3zucDas)
[FREE HUGS Veterans Day 2016. 58 sec.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebTt9Q177zQ)
**HEY EVERYONE!**
FREE HUGS gatherings generate so much excitement, joy, appreciation, connection, peace, love, smiles, “Thank you’s,” lots of laughter and such positive energy!!
Our FREE HUGS movement is all about "Spreading More Love" regardless of political, religious, racial or gender identification or any other identification.
**!! IMPORTANT !!** We meet OUTSIDE of the National Museum of Natural History on the NATIONAL MALL SIDE OF THE MUSEUM near the Refreshment stand.
ADDRESS: 1306 Madison Dr. NW · Washington, DC
**PARKING:** On the street parking OR [Nearest Parking](https://washingtondc.bestparking.com/destinations/national-mall-parking)
**METRO:** Smithsonian National Mall Metro Station (NOT Independence Ave.)
**We hope you will join us for an AWESOME time!**
**Lots of Hugs...jeff**
301-885-8259 (c)
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Note 1: if you agree to participate in any FREE HUGS Event, you agree to the following terms: By choosing to attend this event, you are acknowledging the risks involved (COVID, etc.), and you are committing to participate nonviolently and in accordance with the law.
You agree:
(i) not to engage in any act of violence or violation of any applicable law
(ii) to obey the orders of authorized event marshals and law enforcement authorities
(iii) that any Meetup group will not be responsible to any injury or damage to your person or property resulting from or occurring in the course of your participating in the Event; and
iv) to release and forever hold harmless Jeff Maurer, Meetup group and their respective employees and volunteers from liability for any such injury or damage.
Note 2: FREE HUGS gatherings are
1. NOT for advertising our businesses;
2. NOT about promoting political or religious or racial or gender issues or any other issues.
· Frequencies · by Darren Paul Fisher @ Beatley Library
In a parallel world where everyone has an innate “frequency,” those with high frequencies are gifted, popular, and – most importantly – lucky. People in lower ranges have correspondingly less of these traits but more emotional depth. When someone with extremely high frequency is in close proximity to someone especially low, chaos ensues. A boy and girl at opposite extremes of the scale meet in elementary school and encounter each other repeatedly over many years. While the story seems at first to be a *Romeo and Juliet* variation in search of a happy ending, their universe has some secrets that will make the action weirder and more entertaining than anyone could expect.
■ Title — *Frequencies*
■ A.K.A. — *OXV: The Manual*
■ Director — Darren Paul Fisher
■ Cast — Daniel Fraser, Eleanor Wyld, Owen Pugh
■ Unrated, suitable for teens and adults
■ ©2013 \| 1h 49m \| Mystery\, Romance\, Sci\-Fi
■ Distributed by Samuel Goldwyn Films
■ Licensed for showing in Alexandria libraries by Swank Motion Pictures
Sunday Skate - CANCELLED DO TO EXPECTED WEATHER
Join us as The Washington Area Roadskaters lead you on a different adventure every week, skating through and around our Nation's Capital!
Freedom Plaza is currently closed for construction, so we are shifting the starting line. We will meet at the corner of E St and 14th Street NW, right outside the WWI Pershing Memorial, across from the Willard Hotel. If that area is covered with snow, skate down 14th street one block and meet in front of the Wilson Building (south of Freedom Plaza, across Pennsylvania Ave.
This Sunday Chris will lead us on a great intermediate 12+ miles skate!
The route for today covers 12.1 miles through the District of Columbia and parts of Arlington, Virginia.
We will begin near Freedom Plaza on Pennsylvania Avenue. From there, we proceed west through Georgetown via the waterfront paths. The route crosses the Key Bridge into Rosslyn, Virginia, providing an elevated view of the Potomac River and the House of Sweden.
After a brief loop in Rosslyn, we head south toward Roosevelt Island. While skating is restricted on the island's interior trails, the paved approach and boardwalk near the footbridge offer a stable surface for a brief stop. We then cross back into DC via the Roosevelt Bridge, passing directly by the Kennedy Center.
From the Kennedy Center, the path turns north into Kalorama. This section involves a steady incline through residential streets characterized by embassy architecture. We will then transition into Adams Morgan, specifically moving along 18th Street. This area contains several landmarks, such as the Madam’s Organ mural, and various food options including Andy’s Pizza and D Light Café.
The final segment descends back through the historic district of Georgetown, passing the Washington Harbour ice rink on its final day of the season. The loop concludes by returning east to Freedom Plaza.
The Details
• Meeting Point: Corner of E St and 14th St NW
• Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
• Roll-out Time: 11:10 AM
• Distance: 12.1 Miles
• Elevation Gain: 980 Feet
• Level: Intermediate (Urban hills and navigation required)
It's going to be a great day, and you don't want to miss it!
The route:
https://onthegomap.com/s/b79a2mqf
For up to the minute details, check Facebook and Instagram.
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/WashingtonAreaRoadskaters/events
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/weareskatedc/
We hope to see you soon!
Lorca's LA CASA DE BERNARDA ALBA (The House of Bernarda Alba)
Experience GALA's contemporary staging of the modern classic ***La casa de Bernarda Alba (The House of Bernarda Alba)*** by Spanish playwright Federico García Lorca. Directed by José Zayas and with original music by Koki Lortkipanidze, the play explores themes of female oppression, sexual repression, and the conflict between tradition and modernity, all universal topics that resonate with audiences today.
García Lorca’s ***The House of Bernarda Alba*** brims with tension, desire, and rebellion as five sisters are forced into strict mourning for their father under the iron rule of their mother, Bernarda. In this electrifying new production, passions simmer behind closed doors, secrets spark dangerous rivalries, and the pressure of a house built on control threatens to explode. This contemporary staging infuses Lorca’s classic with a sensuous, modern pulse and a dark Gothic mystery, illuminating why Bernarda Alba remains as urgent and thrilling today as ever.
CAST: Luz Nicolás as Bernarda, Evelyn Rosario Vega as Poncia, María Coral as Adela, María del Mar Rodríguez as Angustias, Giselle González as Martirio, Anna Malavé as Magdalena, Alicia Kaplan an as María Josefa, and Ixchel as Amelia.
PERFORMANCES: February 5 through March 1, 2026. The production is presented in Spanish with English surtitles, Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm.
Community Night is Thursday, Feberuary 5 at 8 pm.
Press Night and Noche de GALA, which includes a post-performance reception with the creative team and cast, is Saturday, February 7 at 8 pm.
TICKETS: $50 Premium Center, $45 Orchestra Standard, $35 Orchestra Value, and $25 Balcony Value; $35 Seniors (65+), Military, Teachers, and Groups (10+); $25 25 and Under; Community Night $20; and Noche de GALA: Chosen ticket price + $5 (per person). **[GET TICKETS](https://ci.ovationtix.com/35923/production/1245608)**
This production is made possible with the generous support from the Embassy of Spain in Washington, DC, Spain Arts & Culture, and of our Honorary Producers Circle for The House of Bernarda Alba that includes Janet Farrell, Patricia Sosa, and Wanda Báez.
Cello Events This Week
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ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt
Join our ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt! All ASL users and learners are welcome.
Brunches are alternately held at two restaurants in Greenbelt, both in the same town plaza.
ODD WEEKS: 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays, we meet at Cedars of Lebanon, 103 Centerway.
EVEN WEEKS: 2nd and 4th Sundays, we meet at New Deal Café,113 Centerway.
We are the Greenbelt ASL Community, a group of both Deaf and hearing people who hang out, chat about everyday goings on, trade stories, get to know each other better, and of course, enjoy food together. Many members use ASL as their primary language, several are interpreters or other fluent ASL users, while others are ASL learners who wish to improve their skills while making new friends.
Before or after brunch, you can visit the farmer's market and small coop grocery store in the plaza.
Please RSVP so we can contact you via email if needed.
Our group is on Facebook as Greenbelt ASL Community. Some long-time group members don't mark their attendance here, so feel free to stop by even if you don't see others who have RSVP'd on Meet-up.
Sunday Afternoon Dancing Planet Contra Dance
**Sunday Afternoon Dancing Planet Contra Dance**
Intro lesson at 2:30pm, dance from 3-6pm in the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park, MD.
Caller: **Janine Smith**
Band: **Handspring** (Alex Mitchell on fiddle, mandolin, and tenor banjo, Owen Morrison on guitar, and Carrie Rose on flute and piccolo)
Admission: $15 Cash or $17 Venmo (to cover fees) at the door, no cards.
Covid info: masks and vaccinations are suggested but not required.
For more info: [https://dancingplanetproductions.com/contra/](https://dancingplanetproductions.com/contra/)
Chamber Music Concert Group Trip at College Park Aviation Museum
Join us as we take a group to see the College Park Aviation Museum's Runway Rhythms featuring Riverdale Chamber Music: Music and Film With the Salon Trio. Step into the golden age of flight with the Salon Trio in this one-of-a-kind concert blending historic aviation film footage and live classical music. Performed in the gallery alongside the new Berliner exhibition, the program features live classical scores, including music from original Victrola records, an invention of Emile Berliner himself. Enjoy refreshments and meet the musicians after the performance.
RSVP here for free at least 48 hrs (by Friday) in advance to secure your spot! Walk-ins are first come, first serve. Includes museum admission. [https://www.wiseconnect.us/.../019c6a0b-1aa0-7306-9ae9...](https://www.wiseconnect.us/listings/activities/019c6a0b-1aa0-7306-9ae9-c65cce3152fe?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEyVHloZVJHTU04Tlp3Q002Y3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4a-WSCulhI9mI4rGpwoTr0sn6oVGL2eHxPcOcnsq1iMiB80dTOePBfoe7xSA_aem_mO_wgeOcPFwTMCQ06cbN4w)
Intermediate Adult NTRP 3.0- 4.0 Instructional Cardio Tennis Class
**RSVP Note:** You **MUST** register on links below, **not** on Meetup.
**REGISTER: Weekend intermediate:** [https://playtennis.usta.com/northbethesdamiddle/BookClass/34bc4082-0e0c-44c6-8a45-01ce0a8400c3](https://playtennis.usta.com/northbethesdamiddle/BookClass/34bc4082-0e0c-44c6-8a45-01ce0a8400c3)
**Private Lessons available: $70 PER HOUR**
**[Read the Washington Post article about our class!](https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/its-not-whether-you-win-or-lose-its-how-much-you-sweat/2015/10/07/3b2f26c2-66b9-11e5-9ef3-fde182507eac_story.html)**
Instruction provided by internationally recognized tennis coach, speaker, author David Robinson; USPTA and PTR certified professional.
Cardio Tennis is a game-based, FUN way to play and learn tennis while burning more calories than singles! Instruction and game formats are provided by internationally recognized tennis coach, speaker, author David Robinson; USPTA and PTR certified professional.
**LEVEL: Intermediate (NTRP 3.0-4.0)**
PORTION OF PROCEEDS GO TO MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
ADULT Cardio-Tennis Weekend Mornings: Advanced NTRP 4+
**RSVP Note:** You **MUST** register on links below, **not** on Meetup.
**REGISTER: Weekend Advanced: [https://playtennis.usta.com/northbethesdamiddle/BookClass/0e83cd4f-409f-4792-8c76-210f66a4b3f6](https://playtennis.usta.com/northbethesdamiddle/BookClass/0e83cd4f-409f-4792-8c76-210f66a4b3f6)**
**REGISTER: Wednesday Advanced: [https://playtennis.usta.com/northbethesdamiddle/BookClass/136f8826-c0e6-460a-9b8b-3c1ddc2e38a6](https://playtennis.usta.com/northbethesdamiddle/BookClass/136f8826-c0e6-460a-9b8b-3c1ddc2e38a6)**
**Private Lessons: $70**
**[Read the Washington Post article about our class!](https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/its-not-whether-you-win-or-lose-its-how-much-you-sweat/2015/10/07/3b2f26c2-66b9-11e5-9ef3-fde182507eac_story.html)**
Cardio Tennis is a game-based, FUN way to play and learn tennis while burning more calories than singles! Instruction and game formats are provided by internationally recognized tennis coach, speaker, author David Robinson; USPTA and PTR certified professional.
My Body Don't Flow So Fast - Slow Flow Vinyasa
This class is a perfect stepping stone from our flagship My Body Don't Bend That Way classes to traditional Vinyasa and Flow classes. The pace is slow allowing for plenty of time to get a feel for the postures and the proper alignment and modifications for your body. But don't let the slow word fool you! By slowing things down, even advanced practitioners can be challenged to build greater strength.
**Please reserve your spot at www.piesfitnessyoga.com.** The session is offered InStudio and OnLine. The Zoom link for the OnLine session will be emailed 15 minutes before class starts to those who are registered at www.piesfitnessyoga.com. **Sign up for sessions must be made at least 2 hours prior to class.**
The address is 1322 Prince St. Alexandria, VA 22314.
Our entrance is located on the side of the building, parallel to West St. **Street parking is available and additional parking is located at Shiloh Baptist church, spaces 36,37,38,39.** The church is located across the street from the studio, on the corner of Duke St. and West St.
"How to Read a Book: A Novel of Redemption & Unlikely Friendships" by M Wood
**Please note - there are two books with this title - please read the book by Monica Wood! =)**
**11th Anniversary Celebration!** **Would love to see old and new members alike!**
"The perfect pick to really light a fire under my book club, and yours....A reminder that goodness, and books, can still win in this world." —New York Times Book Review
"A beautiful, big-hearted treasure of a novel." —Lily King
National Bestseller \* From the award-winning author of The One-in-a-Million Boy comes a heartfelt, uplifting novel about a chance encounter at a bookstore, exploring redemption, unlikely friendships, and the life-changing power of sharing stories.
Our Reasons meet us in the morning and whisper to us at night. Mine is an innocent, unsuspecting, eternally sixty-one-year-old woman named Lorraine Daigle…
Violet Powell, a twenty-two-year-old from Abbott Falls, Maine, is being released from prison after serving twenty-two months for a drunk-driving crash that killed a local kindergarten teacher.
Harriet Larson, a retired English teacher who runs the prison book club, is facing the unsettling prospect of an empty nest.
Frank Daigle, a retired machinist, hasn’t yet come to grips with the complications of his marriage to the woman Violet killed.
When the three encounter each other one morning in a bookstore in Portland—Violet to buy the novel she was reading in the prison book club before her release, Harriet to choose the next title for the women who remain, and Frank to dispatch his duties as the store handyman—their lives begin to intersect in transformative ways.
How to Read a Book is an unsparingly honest and profoundly hopeful story about letting go of guilt, seizing second chances, and the power of books to change our lives. With the heart, wit, grace, and depth of understanding that has characterized her work, Monica Wood illuminates the decisions that define a life and the kindnesses that make life worth living.
"A deeply humane and touching novel; highly recommended for book clubs and fans of Shelby Van Pelt's Remarkably Bright Creatures." — Booklist
Cello Events Near You
Connect with your local Cello community
Cocoaheads
Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings.
This Month's Presentation:
Nothing yet. (You should volunteer).
What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)?
CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics.
What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)?
BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend.
Presentations!
Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website.
To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter.
Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/
Contra dance with Big Scioty on March 7 - First Congregational Church
**Caller: Frank Buschelmann**
**Band: The Rosenthorns**
**Big Scioty Contra Dance**
**temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/)
Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!
Soul Soothing Sound Bath
Join Sacred Sound Alchemy Columbus for a transformative Sound Bath experience that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Immerse yourself in the powerful vibrations of various sound instruments like crystal singing bowls and rain drums, carefully orchestrated to balance your chakras and uplift your spirit. The soothing sounds will help you release negative energy, reduce stress, and promote deep relaxation.
This event is perfect for those seeking a moment of tranquility and a chance to connect with their inner selves. Whether you are new to sound healing or a seasoned practitioner, you will benefit from the harmonious frequencies that will resonate with your body and soul. Come and allow yourself to be enveloped in a wave of healing energy, leaving you refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for life's next chapter.
Please bring something comfortable to lay on like a yoga mat. Being a pillow for your head or for under your knees and a blanket to cover over yourou. The library can get cold. Bring some water to help flush your body for after the session.
Celebrate Meatball Day! (Happy Hour)
**Celebrate National Meatball Day!**
Let's set off on a culinary trail to taste test Italian meatballs! **Carrabbas** happy hour and their wonderful meatball sliders!
**Note:** We'll be in their ***large bar area for Happy Hour pricing*** \- specially priced sangrias\, wine and cocktails alongside several yummy appetizers\. You are welcome to order sunday dinner entrees\, too\.
**What is National meatball day?**
* Whether you prefer the classic spaghetti and meatballs, or just love to pick up a meatball sub for lunch, you are sure to want to celebrate National Meatball Day on March 9 . We may never know who invented National Meatball Day because there are no records of this unofficial holiday being created. But whoever did it was definitely onto something.
Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit - Barret Blake
**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**
*Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation*
Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification.
You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written.
This talk will cover:
--What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t)
--How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows
--Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development
--Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence
Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects.
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