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This month we bring you a seminar from the host of Prague's famous Cafe Philo, Albert Hoffman, entitled **“Paths in the Wood”**. In this seminar, we'll be exploring **the later writings of Martin Heidegger** where he explores **our relationship to time, connection to place, and the very question of what it means to exist**. The relationship between Heidegger and the Black Forest in south-western Germany, the landscape in which he produced many of his most famous works, was one of intense emotional and intellectual intimacy. From the small, three-room cabin–which he affectionately called "die Hütte”-- **the forest becomes a strong metaphor for a way of thinking that moves more slowly and attentively than the technological mindset of modernity.** Heidegger’s later philosophy shifts away from the technical language of Being and Time toward a more meditative style of thinking. **What does it mean to “dwell”? Why does Heidegger so often write about forests, paths, clearings, and huts? And what might these metaphors reveal about his critique of modern technological society?** Whether you are new to Heidegger or already familiar with his work, join us for a discussion of how philosophy can help us reconsider our relationship to nature, place, and the way we inhabit the world. \*\*\* We’ll have tea and light snacks, but please feel free to bring any drink or snack you’d like to share! This event will be hosted in an apartment with a well-trained dog who will be happy to meet you. If anyone has concerns about dogs, let me know so I can be mindful about keeping her from bothering you. The buzzer is Everett and Mainous—we’re on the 5th floor, apartment 16.

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **This is a curated, small-group meetup make new friends in Prague.** Each meetup brings together 4–6 like-minded people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to organize and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com](https://groupvibe.com) Once you register, and **buy a ticket or become a Groupvibe member**, we’ll share the exact location and match you with your group. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier \* Matching helps avoid awkward dynamics **Note:** RSVPs here on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. This meetup is organized by **Groupvibe**, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

Dear Adventurers, This **Sunday**, we'll combine pleasure with pleasure: first we'll do a merry 30-km march, then indulge in all the delights that the Vietnamese food has to offer. Balázs has recently undertaken a reconnaissance mission to Sapa and collected valuable intel on what to try 🕵🏼 ⚠️ While it's a gastro hike, there's the *hike* part to it. Expect the usual: uneven trails, hills, a lookout tower, all at a nice brisk pace. We want to have enough time to explore the market, so we need to move fast 😎 📍 **Trail** 30 km • ↑ 901 m • ↓ 814 m [MAP OF THE TRAIL](https://mapy.com/s/pubotopoko) **🚌 Travel** → Train **[Sp 1277](https://idos.cz/pid/spojeni/prehled/?p=DAMLLE1Y9PBwRB1fA:Gky8rhw9xnD:v7L.kUtyy:jvXH318PlWu1ZO7JDugMgQH5) at 7:55** – Praha Hlavní Nádraží > Davle. ETA in Davle 8:35. Alternatively, you can take [this bus](https://idos.cz/pid/spojeni/prehled/?p=8AE3oQg0JV2g2kzpH.HioEg8UhNaCg50Xugzd.rfmUi0KGfVvio9NGkaD.8lKFd3) from Smíchovské nádraží and walk about 500m to the train station in Davle. ← From Sapa, we can take a bus or walk a few more K to the metro. [🛍️](https://emojipedia.org/shopping-bags/) **Gear & Paraphernalia** – Weather-appropriate outfit (windproof, waterproof), footwear with good tread, sunscreen – Tea/coffee/water and enough food for the day to keep you going – Map app on your phone [☎️](https://emojipedia.org/telephone/) **Contact** +420 732 570 684 (Elena) You join at your own risk. By joining our events, you accept our Terms and Conditions. Looking forward! 😊

**6-a-side Football** practice at Pražačka Football artificial grass pitch. Maximum of 36 participants for 6 teams of 6. **Kick off at 12h00**. Everybody is welcome, no age, gender nor any restriction of any type to join. Cost: **90 crowns**. Please send the money using the **QR Code** stored here: https://imgur.com/a/PjU32Fi In case of any Opt-out within 24h of the session, or no show, the payment will be due (you still can ask someone to come instead of you, as your spot will be booked)

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!

Hello, we are starting SU&W at Scouts Institute this Sunday! Please find us at a table across from the cafe. The event starts at 12, and the writing starts at 12:15! We will have 45 minutes of writing, followed by a 15 minute break. Then another 45 minutes of writing. Please purchase something to support the cafe and the space ☺️ Follow us on Whatsapp! https://chat.whatsapp.com/HeZDsZNFD8BKn8JohRlbkI

*** **Description** Join us for the very first Pure Tea Tasting Prague event! Discover unique teas, meet fellow tea lovers, and enjoy a relaxing evening focused on wellness and mindful living. **What to Expect:** * Guided tasting of premium pure teas (including vegan and wellness-focused options) * Introduction to tea rituals and culture * Friendly conversation and community networking * Light healthy snacks **Agenda:** * 17:00 – Welcome & introductions * 17:15 – Tea tasting session (multiple varieties) * 18:15 – Open discussion, Q&A, and social time * 19:00 – Event close **What to Bring:** * Just your curiosity and good mood! All tea and snacks are provided. **Location:** Pure Spa, Le Palais Art Hotel, Prague (Details and directions will be sent after RSVP.) **Who Should Join:** Anyone interested in tea, wellness, or making new friends in Prague. All experience levels welcome! ***

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!

Hello, we are starting SU&W at Scouts Institute this Sunday! Please find us at a table across from the cafe. The event starts at 12, and the writing starts at 12:15! We will have 45 minutes of writing, followed by a 15 minute break. Then another 45 minutes of writing. Please purchase something to support the cafe and the space ☺️ Follow us on Whatsapp! https://chat.whatsapp.com/HeZDsZNFD8BKn8JohRlbkI

*** **Description** Join us for the very first Pure Tea Tasting Prague event! Discover unique teas, meet fellow tea lovers, and enjoy a relaxing evening focused on wellness and mindful living. **What to Expect:** * Guided tasting of premium pure teas (including vegan and wellness-focused options) * Introduction to tea rituals and culture * Friendly conversation and community networking * Light healthy snacks **Agenda:** * 17:00 – Welcome & introductions * 17:15 – Tea tasting session (multiple varieties) * 18:15 – Open discussion, Q&A, and social time * 19:00 – Event close **What to Bring:** * Just your curiosity and good mood! All tea and snacks are provided. **Location:** Pure Spa, Le Palais Art Hotel, Prague (Details and directions will be sent after RSVP.) **Who Should Join:** Anyone interested in tea, wellness, or making new friends in Prague. All experience levels welcome! ***

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

Let's play badminton at Sports Centre Olšanka. We'll meet at 10.40 and play for 60 minutes. If you have a Multisport card please bring it along, as it will make the court free for you and also reduce the cost for others. If you don't have a Multisport card the game will cost you a maximum of 150 crowns, probably much less. I will cover the cost of the court so please bring cash to pay me. There is a small organisation fee of 20 crowns for all players to participate in this event. Racquets can be rented for 50 crowns.

1ST OFF TRAIL OPEN 2026 I’m inviting you for an off-road ride on gravel roads and forest trails near Prague. Bought an adventure bike and not sure what to do with it next? Then you’re in the right place. As part of Off Trail Tours, I’m organizing 4 open rides for the public to share my passion for off-road riding. ... 🟢 **MORE ABOUT OFF TRAIL TOURS** [https://offtrailtours.eu/](https://offtrailtours.eu/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWUVMOE9sQXR4UDZVZkVJOHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6FkQAVs5krzbaHpG-zZsJuy-0wntoiyhSCFQp7dv7sPtXYYC75TF-3O6uzmQ_aem_6f8hSnqTD79o2Qr91lVeZg) ... 🏍️ **MOTORCYCLE RENTAL** It is now also possible to rent a motorcycle. Ideal if you want to try whether this kind of riding is for you. A valid motorcycle driving licence is required. ... 🧭 **ROUTE** We will ride from Štěchovice to Hříměždice. Expect around 80 km, mostly off-road, with a few small river crossings, some climbs, technical sections, and other fun parts. No worries — the route is not overly difficult, but you should be comfortable standing on the pegs and have basic awareness of off-road riding. ... 📍 **MEETING POINT** MOL gas station in Štěchovice. Please arrive on time. We depart at 10:00. ... 🔥 **THE CHERRY ON TOP** First, there’s an option for lunch at a local pub if you’re hungry (not included in the price) — and trust me, you will be. If the weather allows, there’s also the option to jump into the water from up to 10 meters at a nearby quarry — perfect in summer. It all depends on the group agreement. We can also skip lunch and swimming and ride the whole day. ... 🫰 **ITINERARY** 09:30 – 10:00 / Meeting 10:00 – 13:00 / 1ST riding section 13:00 – 14:00 / Break (lunch / snack) 14:00 – 15:00 / Swimming (by agreement) 15:00 – 18:00 / 2ND riding section ... 💰 **ENTRY FEE** 500 CZK The price includes a full-day guided ride, and as a bonus you’ll receive GPX track files for your future rides. ... ✌️ **CAPACITY** 5 riders Please register in advance. ... **🗓️ UPCOMING RIDES** 1st ride / 19. 4. 2026 2nd ride / 7. 6. 2026 3rd ride / 9. 8. 2026 4th ride / 20. 9. 2026

Imagine spending a full week in nature with 20 people deeply focused on AI agents. We have 15 people already registered via personal connections Top experts. Up to 5 days of workation. 📅 April 19–23 (Sunday–Thursday) 📍 Šťastná Samota (≈1 hour from Prague) This is not a conference. No lecture halls. No passive listening. 🌿 Instead: → hands-on building with AI → agentic systems in practice → real applications, real outputs You’ll have space to think, create, and work intensely on things that actually matter. *** I’ll be there from **Sunday to Tuesday** as part of the organizing team. We’ll be pushing forward what it really means to work with AI today — especially in the context of: → AI agents → automation → Software 3.0 This is a place where you actually **touch, test, and build** — not just talk. *** ### Open Workshop Days (also available separately) 🎨 **AI Creative Day (Tuesday)** Work with images, video, voice, and marketing using AI — fully hands-on. 💻 **AI Vibe Coding Day (Wednesday)** Go from idea to your own web app in one day — even if you don’t code. *** ### What makes this different? → You build → You test → You discuss with people who take this seriously And in the evenings: 🔥 BBQ, fire, real conversations, meaningful networking *** If you’re interested in the future of AI, agentic systems, or you simply want to step out of your routine and actually create something — this is for you. ⚠️ Capacity is limited (\~20 people per day) *** 🎟 Use my discount code **JAKUB20** for **20% off** 4 900 Kč/day · 2 days 7 840 Kč (I’ll be there Sunday–Tuesday) *** 👉 Registration: AI Creative Day: [https://lnkd.in/dPakcg5s](https://lnkd.in/dPakcg5s) AI Vibe Coding Day: [https://lnkd.in/dhZVvBgP](https://lnkd.in/dhZVvBgP) Full retreat: [https://lnkd.in/dDPQjBav](https://lnkd.in/dDPQjBav) *** Feel free to message me — even if you want to join just for part of a day. We’ll figure it out. Looking forward to seeing you there.

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.

Learn to manage stress and achieve self-growth through simple relaxation and Meditation. Heartfulness Meditation is a simple, modern, methodical approach to meditation. Rather than homing in on your breath or repeating a mantra, you simply focus inward, on your heart, to cultivate inner strength and serenity. Heartfulness meditation is gaining traction in recent years. It focuses on the heart, allowing individuals to connect with themselves on a deeper level, and ultimately achieve peace, relaxation, and clarity. It is a practice that encourages patience, self-compassion, and acceptance, helping cultivate a deeper appreciation for the present moment. This practice is offered with love and at no cost

Let’s reboot the DC Postgres Meetup series! This inaugural meeting will be hosted by John Porvaznik and Eddie Pickle and all are welcome. We’re actively looking for speakers, co-hosts, event spaces and other folks that want to help bring this group back to life. If you can’t make it but want to be involved in the future, please let us know. John Porvaznik will present a talk on Postgres fundamentals including shared buffers, memory usage, pages, and more. John is a long time PostgreSQL Engineer and DBA in the government space with focus on ETL / Data Ingestion, PostGIS and spatial data sets, query optimizations, Database Design // DDL, benchmarking and specifications, data health, and system healths and monitoring. This meetup will be hosted near the Snowflake office in Tysons (event space sponsored by Snowflake). We’ll have pizza and drinks for folks. 6:00 arrival and networking, 6:30 talk followed by discussion, 7:45 close. The event is at 1750 Tysons Boulevard, McClean, VA, 22102, in the 1750 Tysons Conference Center. This is Metro Accessible from the Silver Line to Tyson's Corner station. Parking at the mall next door is free or the event building has paid parking.

The next NoVABeerSec event - "Informal Gathering of Security Minds Over Beer" will be Wednesday, April 29th, 5:30PM til 7:30ish at Aslin Beer Company - Herndon Taproom (767 Elden St., Herndon VA 20170). **Venue for April:** Aslin Beer Company (https://www.aslinbeer.com) - Aslin Beer Co. was founded in 2015 by Andrew Kelley and Kai Leszkowicz. The name, Aslin, comes from the family that connected Andrew and Kai through marriage; they each married a daughter from the Aslin Family. Andrew’s professional background was in finance and consulting, while Kai worked in public service. They bonded over a shared interest of craft beer and home-brewing, which eventually lead to the idea that “We can do this too.” **Additional Info:** We are an inclusive group, so if we missed anyone please let us know or if you want to bring your significant other/spouse please do. We do know there are folks that have changed roles since we last met so please also let us know if we need to add new contact info for people. Have a great week and see you later this month! Cheers, Rinaldi Rampen & Mike McCabe of @NoVABeerSec

🗒️ Details Join us for an observability and AI-focused meetup hosted at Clare & Don's Beach Shack, in Falls Church VA 📋 Agenda 🎉 5:30 Introductions, food and drinks (we'll be at [Clare & Don's!](https://clareanddons.com/)) 🎙️ 6 - 6:30 Tech Talks: AI & Observability 💬 6:30 Networking and Q&As 🔚 7:30 The End The event is well-suited for DevOps and Site-Reliability engineers, and we welcome people new to Grafana or observability. We look forward to seeing you there! Speaker info and talk abstracts: Rob Santos, Senior Solutions Engineer @ Grafana Labs Vishal Nakra, Senior Manager, Solutions Engineering @ Grafana Labs

Important: Register on [AICamp website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026043014) is required for admission. **Description:** Join us for a community-led developer event focused on AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot. This event brings together developers to explore practical workflows, real-world use cases, and hands-on experiences using GitHub Copilot. Whether you are new to GitHub Copilot or already using it, this event will help you better understand how to apply AI-assisted coding techniques in everyday development. **Speakers/Topics:** \- Reynald Adolphe\, Microsoft\. Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA) **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 5,000+ AI developers in D.C and 500K+ worldwide.