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**PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK THEIR REPECTIVE WEBSITES! Sometimes they cancel events and you don't want to go there for nothing.** This Contact Jam happens every friday. Entry is 4€ depending if there is live music. https://a248.e.akamai.net/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/5/1/7/600_455309975.jpeg It's a nice longish room with a dance floor. There is live music on every 1st, 3rd & 5th friday. And a silent jam on every 2nd & 4th friday. Their Homepage (http://www.phynixtanzt.de/m_einstieg.html#freitags)

**Wie gut ist dein Deutsch? Mach unseren kostenlosen Deutsch-Einstufungstest!** Im Sprachenatelier kannst du kostenlos dein Niveau testen, bevor du deinen Sprackurs beginnst! Der Test dauert nur 15-20 Minuten und du solltest ihn spätestens 2 Wochen vor deinem Kursebeginn machen. Melde dich hier auf unserer Webseite dafür an: **https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/de/topic/5472.einstufungstest-deutsch.html** Wir freuen uns auf euch!

**How good is your German? Take our free [German Placement test online!](https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/en/topic/5474.german-placement-test.html)** At [Sprachenatelier](https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/en) you can test your level for free before you start your language course! The test takes only 15-20 minutes and you should take it at least 2 weeks before your course starts. Sign up for it here on our website: [www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de](https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/en/topic/5474.german-placement-test.html) **We look forward to seeing you!**

Die Kunst der HANDS-ON ASSISTS | Community Work Workshop — ein selbstorganisierter Workshop für Yogalehrer — kein Frontalunterricht — nur eigenes Erfahren, gemeinsames Üben, konstruktivem Feedback, Üben, Kommunikation Ein praxisorientierter Workshop, der dir viel Sicherheit bei Yoga Adjustments vermittelt, weil du übst und nicht aus der Übung kommst. Dein Schüler spürt deinen Sicherheit sehr genau. Nur dann kann er sich voll auf dein Assist einlassen und davon profitieren. Inhalte — Austausch von unterschiedlichen Techniken — Vergleich der Techniken — praxisorientiertes Pro- und Kontra — Sicherheit beim Hands-On-Assist — Feedback deines Schüler — HANDS-OFF ASSISTS: arbeite verbal mit der Vorstellungskraft des Schülers — HANDS-OFF (almost) ASSISTS: taktile Reize — HANDS-OFF ASSISTS: Druck im Gegendruck/Schub zu erzeugen — Berücksichtigen der individuellen, altersrelevanten, religionsbedingten, körperlichen Privatsphäre Yogalehrer jeder Tradition profitieren von diesem kostenlosen Workshop. Preis: kostenlos, wir freuen uns über eine Teespende Anmeldung: yogaatlobe@gmail.com oder komme einfach vorbei. Wann: Jeden 2. Freitag im Monat, 18 Uhr Leitung: Yoga Makes Me Happy - Christina Metzler ***Filmen und Fotografieren ist erlaubt für eure eigenen Lernzwecke und empfehle ich sehr!***

Let's go get something to eat and drink. The Wrangelkiez neighborhood has plenty of options. Who's in?

**You have to register to our event via our Website to reserve your spot. You can not pay for the class in the studio or come without reservation on the website.** Looking for something new, fun, and rewarding that can make you stronger, healthier, and happier? Join us for our Pole Sport Level 1 class on Friday at 18:55! No experience necessary — this class is perfect for complete beginners of all strength and flexibility levels. **You have to register to our event via our Website to reserve your spot. You can not pay for the class in the studio or come without reservation on the website.** You’ll learn some of the easiest tricks on the vertical metal pole, meet like-minded sporty people, and discover that pole sport is more accessible and enjoyable than it might seem from the outside. We offer classes every day, so feel free to check our schedule and find the perfect day and time for you. Come try something exciting and see how much you can achieve!

This group is for everyone who is interested in drawing portraits! For me, drawing has been a wonderful way to gain a new perspective on the world and the people within it. Whether you are just starting out or have been drawing for ages — all levels are welcome :) How it works: 1\. We meet at The Castle pub in Mitte and do short sittings of 15 minutes for each other\. The first sitting is divided into 3 warm\-up sketches\, 5 minutes each\. 2\. Before we start\, everybody writes their name on a blank card \(provided by the organizer\); these cards are then used to randomly pick the model every 15 minutes\. 3\. Usually we do 8 sittings\, with a 15\-minute break in the middle \(so after 4 sittings\, or 1 hour\)\. -> The participation is free, but it is expected that everybody orders something from the bar to support the lovely location. Get out your pencils and let's start! Please bring your own art supplies!

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Hi, I am Zoe, a software engineer by profession. I have been running this support group since a year 😇 What to expect in the circle: \- The first 45 minutes we can spend to get coffee and settle down \- On a volunteer basis\, each of the attendee will then get some time to share things that they are dealing with\, perhaps for 2\-5 minutes \- You can skip sharing even if you are in a circle\, there's no force \(and there will never be\) on you to share\, staying silent and listening is completely ok \- Attendees can recommend books or reading material if they like ///// ….. /////// Code of conduct: 📓 Please arrive on time. There are no requirements or expectations of any kind. Speaking is encouraged but not compulsory. All issues are legitimate and deserve attention. Everyone is entitled to share their experience, including yourself. Speak honestly and respectfully. Try not to downplay or invalid other people's feelings, or your own. Pay attention to physical and emotional boundaries. Avoid raising your voice, interrupting or talking over anyone else. Be aware of how much you’re participating so everyone gets a chance to speak. Refrain from giving unsolicited advice; what works for you may not for others. Respect privacy during this dialogue and beyond. What is said during the Meetup is not meant to be repeated outside. Notify the facilitator if you feel distressed or upset, or if you find someone's behavior inappropriate. Feel free to step out if you need to. Last but not least, have respect for everyone’s religious / cultural / nationality / race / gender / sexual / diverse backgrounds. ☀️

Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin. Usually we are inside at the green table. Look for the Meetup sign, or just ask around!

Hi, I’m Tiffany! I’m originally from Taiwan and moved to Berlin as an expat four years ago where I worked in Social Media Marketing, and now have my own company: [Spark Events](https://spark-events.eu/) where I create fun experiences for people to Spark Connections. Feel free to also check our vibes on [Spark Events Insta. ](https://www.instagram.com/sparkevents_510/)💖 I’m also a songwriter and dancer, and you can check out some of my songs and dance videos on my Instagram [@tiffs_tunesntwirls](https://www.instagram.com/tiffs_tunesntwirls/) if you’d like to see my original songs. So I thought to organise a cozy songwriting session in a cafe where we reflect on the past year and transform our experiences into a meaningful song written and produce together. Whether you're a seasoned writer or completely new to songwriting, this event is all about expression, community, and closing the year with intention. Let's start the New Year with some creativity and Spark new connections! ✨ **👉🏼 Please make sure to [Sign up here](https://forms.gle/XC93xxki4QYwVPJj9) to secure your spot!** 😉 **What to Expect:** **🕯️ Introduction & Welcome Drinks** Arrive, grab a drink, and settle in as we begin the evening with a warm welcome. **💬 Reflection Circle & Get-to-Know Session** We’ll kick it off with interactive activities to get to know each other. Then share our highlights, challenges, and memories from the year, and gather inspiration for our collective song. **✍️ 1-Hour Songwriting Session** Guided by me, we’ll craft lyrics and find rhymes that capture our personal and shared experiences from the year. **🎧 AI-Assisted Music Production** We’ll then bring our lyrics to life by producing a track using [Suno Music](https://suno.com/) -AI tools to turn our words into complete song in any genre of your choice. Looking forward to it, and hope to see you there! 🥳

**Join us for a swim at Stadtbad Mitte ("James Simon") Pool!** Hey everyone, We are doing another relaxed non-professional swim at Stadtbad Mitte. It's an indoor heated (+25°C) pool, and I'd love for you to join us! We'll be gathering for a casual chill 30-minute swim. No need to race or compete, just enjoy the water and calm after completing the swim. Afterwards we go to a nearby café for coffees and chat, but no pressure to stick around—totally optional! **Bring** * swimsuit * towel * 1 Euro coin (for a locker) * ticket (buy online or on site) **Where** Go inside, walk upstairs and sit in a hall between changing rooms, do NOT go past the turnstiles until we are all there. We'll wait for 10 minutes for people to gather. Please try to be on time because it's a bit challenging to find each other after we are already in the pool.

**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **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!

You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

The January Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **January 6th, 2025 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined online by **Jason Romans**. You're welcome to come meet in-person at our meeting location, the offices of Improving at **[6000 Freedom Square Dr,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Unit 110,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Independence, OH 44131](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** [Teams Link ](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2Q3ODVjM2YtNDQ1NS00MDBjLWI5MzYtNDQ3YmFlZjkzMjAx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b966f302-6b93-4686-9041-c084635642c5%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2278c760cb-657f-46aa-bd2f-7066d9403bdb%22%7d)if anyone needs it after RSVP-ing for in person. If you would like to subscribe to our email list outside of Meetup, we have changed platforms recently and you will need to register [here in Kit ](https://ohio-north-data-training.kit.com/b8f036f615)instead to receive emails. Agenda: **5:00 PM EST**: Online and in-person meeting begins with a social hour. This is an unstructured hour where you can join us to catch up and meet other group members before the session starts. There will be food brought in for in-person attendees. **6:00 PM EST**: Updates and announcements, followed by our feature presentation. See below for presentation details. **7:30 PM EST**: Optionally after the main presentations, the in-person crowd may go out for snacks and drinks at a local establishment. We hope to see you there! Session Abstract **Data on Fire: A Hands-On Intro to Spark in Fabric** Curious about Apache Spark but not sure where to start? This hands-on session introduces you to Spark in Microsoft Fabric Notebooks—a powerful and accessible way to process and analyze big data using familiar tools in the Microsoft ecosystem. We’ll break down key Spark concepts like distributed computing, DataFrames, and lazy evaluation, then show how they come to life inside Fabric’s notebook experience. You’ll see practical demos that cover loading, transforming, and analyzing large datasets—while leveraging Fabric’s modern data stack, including OneLake, Dataflows, and Pipelines. You’ll also learn how to choose between Spark and pure Python notebooks in Fabric, based on execution needs, data integration, and use case fit. Whether you're a SQL pro, BI developer, or data engineer, this session will give you the tools and confidence to start using Spark in your own projects—no cluster management required. \*Please note, that we will be using Microsoft Teams for the online portion of this meeting. You may want to join a few minutes early to ensure you do not have any issues. If you are attending in person, there are large TVs at the office, and you do not need to bring a laptop or use Teams.