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Outdoor Fitness Training
**_DE_** (_EN below_):
Wir, Peter und Patrick, sind zwei Physiotherapeuten mit einer Leidenschaft für Sport und Bewegung. Bei unserem **Gruppenfitness Training** trainierst du gemeinsam mit anderen, das motiviert, macht Spaß und hilft, dranzubleiben.
Wir kombinieren Kraft, Ausdauer, Beweglichkeit und funktionelle Übungen, passend für alle Fitnesslevels.
**Wichtig:** Bitte kommt in bequemer Sportkleidung. Wer nicht direkt auf dem Boden trainieren möchte, bringt gerne eine Matte mit.
Du kannst an einem kostenlosen Probetraining teilnehmen.
Danach besteht die Möglichkeit, ein Trainingsabo zu lösen:
• 5 Trainings: 160 CHF
• 10 Trainings: 280 CHF
• 20 Trainings: 490 CHF
Werde Teil unserer aktiven Community und erlebe, wie viel Energie Gruppentraining geben kann!
**_EN_**
We, Peter and Patrick, are two physiotherapists with a passion for sports and movement. In our **group fitness sessions**, you train together with others! it’s motivating, fun, and helps you stay consistent.
We combine strength, endurance, mobility, and functional exercises, suitable for all fitness levels.
**Important:** Please wear comfortable sports clothing. If you prefer not to train directly on the ground, feel free to bring a mat.
You can join a free trial session.
After that, you have the option to choose a training package:
• 5 sessions: CHF 160
• 10 sessions: CHF 280
• 20 sessions: CHF 490
Become part of our active community and experience how energizing group training can be!
Let's meet for some conversation in German.
As it is sometimes difficult in Switzerland to practice high german, in 2010 we decided to organize a conversation group that is free to everyone who wants to practice german and socialize.
WhatsApp group for easier contact:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KmMkpiQxs291vTPv2RBNm4
cuTile and TileIR: The next step in GPU Programming
After a long hiatus of the compiler social, Lorenzo is joining us to talk about the exciting work happening at NVIDIA that you have probably heard about, namely cuTile/TileIR.
As usual there will be pizza, snacks, beer, and soft drinks after the event for participants, sponsored by NVIDIA.
**Astract:** GPU programming has evolved significantly over the past decade, driven by rapid hardware innovation such as Tensor Cores and new numerical formats. However, the gap between high-level productivity frameworks and low-level performance-centric programming models continues to widen. In this talk, we introduce cuTile and TileIR, a new block-level programming model and intermediate representation designed to simplify high-performance GPU development while preserving forward compatibility with evolving NVIDIA architectures. cuTile provides a tile-centric abstraction for data-parallel workloads, accessible from Python, while TileIR—an MLIR-based low-level IR integrated with CUDA—offers a stable, portable foundation for targeting tensor cores and future hardware generations. Together, they establish a middle ground between usability and control, enabling expressive kernel development without sacrificing performance.
We present the programming model, illustrate it with examples, discuss performance considerations, and, if time permits, take a deeper dive into the core abstractions behind TileIR: https://github.com/NVIDIA/cuda-tile
**Location:** The event is taking place in the room G61 in the CAB building of ETH Zurich at the Zentrum campus. Enter from Universitätstrasse 6.
Afro Workout Dance Fitness Class
Hi there! I’m happy you have come across **Afro Dance Fitness classes**!
Are you interested in group fitness (all levels) or dancing, Afrodance and Working out in a group of likeminded women to Afrobeats music, then this is for you!
Afro Workout is an Afrodance inspired Dance Fitness Class in Zürich that combines dynamic dance moves and intensive Workout to Afrobeats.
Similiar to Zumba but to Afro music including dance movement, fitness and sculpt.
Afro is all about Good Vibes! Expressing a joy of living, to be confident and feel good in your body.
Classes take place **every Wednesday from 19:30-20:30** in Zürich, 5 min walk from HB Zürich.
There is also a class on Monday at 19.00 in Zürich Altstetten.
For all levels! You don’t have to be a dancer or a fitness geek. Party, Dance and sweat with us to Afrobeats!
First class is always free for first timers!
Sign up for the FREE class
[Free class](https://afroworkout.as.me/free-class)
Single class: 28.- CHF
10-class Package: 250.- CHF
Please always sign up and RSVP to every class, via Meet up Event, [Email](vanessa@afroworkout.com) vanessa@afroworkout.ch, DM on Instagram or Sign up link on Website.
There will be always more people in a class then shown on Meet up. Don‘t hesitate to sign up via above mentioned channels.
Can‘t wait!
Check daily updates and classes on [Instagram](https://instagram.com/afroworkout.ch?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=)
Website for more information and class info
[www.afroworkout.ch](https://www.afroworkout.ch)
Move, Dance and Stay Fit to Afrobeats!
Midweek Aerial Yoga: Elevate, Stretch, and Relieve
Discover the magic of Aerial Yoga - a practice that not only enhances flexibility and builds strength but also offers a unique way to relieve stress on the spine and alleviate lower back pain. The hammock gently supports your body, allowing for deeper stretches and decompression of the spine, making it an ideal practice for anyone seeking both physical and mental relief.
**Why Join?**
**\* Relieve Spinal Stress**: The anti-gravity nature of Aerial Yoga helps to decompress the spine, reducing tension and promoting spinal health.
**\* Alleviate Lower Back Pain**: Experience gentle inversions that stretch and strengthen your back, providing much-needed relief from lower back discomfort.
**\* Accessible to All Levels**: Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, Aerial Yoga is adaptable and welcoming for everyone!
**\* Boost Flexibility & Strength**: The hammock supports your body, enabling deeper stretches and enhanced core stability.
**\* Stress Relief & Relaxation**: Unwind in a tranquil environment, letting go of the day’s stress as you float through the air.
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today and embark on a journey to a healthier, happier you!
✨ Class in English // Open-level (beginners are all welcome :))
✨ Props provided or bring your own
✨ Location: Zürich Oerlikon, Wattstrasse 3, 8050 Zürich
✨ Please contact me if you like to join / Registration via [Yoga Nest Eversports page](https://www.eversports.ch/s/yoga-nest-1)
See you in the hammock :)
Public Speaking Practice in Zurich Downtown
**Welcome to Top Notch Toastmasters Zurich!**
[www.topnotch.toastmastersclubs.org](http://www.topnotch.toastmastersclubs.org)
\*\* Please arrive 15 minutes before, meeting begin \*\*
**When & Where**
Every Wednesday, 10–15 members and guests meet **in person** to practice public speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, dynamic environment. *(Please note: members don’t RSVP via Meetup.)*
**What to Expect**
✅ Self-paced learning—advance at your own speed
✅ Hands-on experience—speak, lead, and grow
✅ Supportive feedback from peers
✅ Guidance from experienced mentors
✅ Monthly workshops—every last Wednesday on communication and public speaking topics
**Who We Are**
Part of **Toastmasters International**, a global network of over 352,000 members dedicated to helping peoplecommunicate with confidence and discover their leadership potential.
**Drinks & Socializing**
After each meeting, we head to a nearby bar to relax and connect—perfect for networking and great conversation.
Come visit us! Our welcoming team is excited to show you how Toastmasters can help you grow personally and professionally.
✨ **We can’t wait to meet you!** ✨
2 for 1 DEAL: Creative Decoden with Charms in Zürich
**Decoden Workshop - Decorate with Charms and Color**!
In the Decoden Workshop, you’ll explore a playful and creative decorating technique that turns everyday objects into unique, colorful accessories. Decoden is a popular craft style that uses creamy decorative glue, bright colors, and cute charms to create fun, eye-catching designs. This workshop is perfect for anyone who loves creativity, decoration, and hands-on crafting.
During the workshop, you can decorate a variety of items such as picture frames, table mirrors, hand mirror, pencil cases, jewelry box, or small accessories. You choose the object, the color of the decoden cream, and your favorite charms to match your personal style. Whether you prefer a cute, bold, or minimal look, every piece becomes a one-of-a-kind creation.
The workshop is beginner-friendly and no prior experience is required. You will be guided step by step through the entire process, from applying the decoden cream to placing the charms securely. Tips and tricks will be shared to help you create a balanced and beautiful design. Individual support is available throughout the session, so you can work at your own pace.
Each item takes approximately **60 minutes** to complete (**15–30 minutes if you are fast)**, depending on the level of detail. The **price starts at 30 CHF per item**, which includes **1 color of decoden cream** and **20 charms**. All materials are provided, so you can simply show up and start creating. If you want to decorate a specific item, you can also bring it with you.
Please note that the decoden glue needs time to dry. It fully cures overnight. You may leave your finished piece at the studio for safe drying and collect it later, or carefully take it home with you.
The Decoden Workshop is suitable for **children and adults**, making it a fun activity to enjoy solo, with friends, or as a creative break. If you love crafting cute, personalized accessories, this workshop is the perfect place to start.
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STORYTELLING WORKSHOP: TRANSFORM WITH STORY
### \*\*\*\* visit ZST workshop [webpage](https://zurichstorytellers.ch/transform-with-story-workshop-mar-14) for total immersion
### STOP OVERTHINKING. START TELLING
Have you ever sat in the audience at a StorySLAM and thought, “I have a story like that, but I have no idea how to tell it”? Or maybe you have the idea, but you just don’t know how to make a 20-minute anecdote fit into an emotionally moving, 5-minute StorySLAM winner.
Storytelling is a skill, not a secret gift. Whether you’re an aspiring newcomer looking to debut at our next StorySLAM, a professional wanting to have more impact in meetings, or a creator explaining your mission—this 3-hour intensive is the roadmap you've been waiting for.
### THE ROADMAP: THE 1-2-3 OF A GREAT STORY
We strip away the jargon and focus on the purpose of you telling your story that actually touches people’s emotions:
1. **CONTEXT** (The Foundation): Setting the scene so we know where we are and who you were before everything changed.
2. **STAKES** (The Why): Why does this matter? What was at risk? Stakes are the tension you wind up that makes an audience lean into your story.
3. **CHANGE** (The Transformation): A story isn’t just a thing that happened; it’s how that thing changed you. We help you find your "Aha!" moment.
### **WHAT YOUR INVESTMENT DELIVERS:**
* **20% Insight** / 80% Practice: We don’t just talk; we help you build, iterate and empower you to tell your story.
* **Memory Mining**: We’ll help you dig for the "silver and gold" experiences, people and places - and shape them into a moving personal story.
* **1-on-1 Coaching:** Direct feedback from Maria and Joel to polish your rough edges - plus reactions of fellow attendees.
* **The Video:** Receive a high-quality video of your performance—perfect for self-review or your personal highlight reel.
**Small Group Alert**: We limit this workshop to 10 spots to ensure everyone gets the "Olympic Coach" treatment.
Don’t let your best stories stay locked away. Come for the camaraderie (and coffee), stay for the transformation. Secure your seat (and your croissant) now!
**Story Workshop Programme**
**10:00 - 11:00 Part 1 - 20% INSIGHT**
* Foundations of storytelling
* A process for story design
* Mining memories for silver and gold
**11:00 - 12:00 Part 2 - 80% PRACTICE**
* First build - drafts with peer participant reviews
* 1:1 coaching with Maria and Joel
* Final drafts - practice round with fellow participants
**12:00 - 12:10 Short drink break**
**12:10 - 13:00 Part 3 - StorySLAM mini-Show**
* Draw names from the story-sorting hat
* Deliver 5-min StorySLAM on stage
* Celebrate! our accomplishments!
**13:00 Wrap up and goodbyes**
**Secure your spot ON [EVENTFROG](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/courses-seminars/other-courses-seminars/storytelling-workshop-transform-with-story-7430362970046118645.html) \- limited availability**
PS
Check out what workshop attendees have to say about their expereince in this **[1:45 min YT video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULcZ49FIDxs&t=2s))**
Freelance Friday Zürich
**🇩🇪 Im 2026 nehmen wir die Freelance Fridays wieder auf!**
Bist Du auf der Suche nach einer Community von Freelancer:innen und Solopreneur:innen, mit denen Du Dich treffen kannst? Sei es zum Austausch von Erfahrungen, Tipps und Tricks, neuen Businesskontakten oder einfach einem entspannten Start ins Wochenende? – Dann ist der Freelance Friday Afterwork von Swiss Freelancers in Zusammenarbeit mit Blau10 Coworking Space die richtige Veranstaltung für Dich, um in lockerer Atmosphäre interessante Menschen zu treffen!
🇬🇧 **In 2026, we are resuming our Freelance Friday networking events!**
Are you looking for a community of freelancers and solopreneurs you can meet? Be it to exchange experiences, tips and tricks, new business contacts or just a relaxed kick-off into the weekend? - Then the Freelance Friday Afterwork by Swiss Freelancers, in cooperation with Blau10 coworking space, will be the ideal event for you to meet interesting peers in a laid-back atmosphere!
Digital Detox Café [Relax, Play, Socialize, Craft]
**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/eating-drinking/digital-detox-cafe-7434519759062868655.html) or**
**[www.social-circle.ch](www.social-circle.ch)**
**Unplug & Create: Digital Detox Café at Paint it Easy**
Take a break from screens and reconnect with yourself and others at our Digital Detox event in Zürich’s most inviting creative space, Paint it Easy.
We’ll kick off the evening with a relaxed atmosphere, setting the tone for a mindful and inspiring night.
Join our craft group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3)
Choose your path for the evening (workshops are first come, first served):
**Connection, Play, Learn**
**Workshop:** Reducing your screen time
✨ **Want to continue your digital detox after the event?**
For those who feel inspired to go deeper, you’ll have the option to join a **30-Day Unplug Challenge**
A gentle, playful program with small weekly offline challenges, reflection prompts, and an accountability buddy — designed to help you reduce screen time and build healthier habits, without going extreme.
Details will be shared during the event
**Deep Talk with Question Cards:** Dive into meaningful conversations and connect with fellow participants on a deeper level.
**Boardgames:** Just for fun or to meet new people.
**Creative Activities:**
* **Drawing** (included)
* **Canvas Painting** (CHF 10/hour + canvas, e.g., 30x40 cm: CHF 9)
* **Pottery Painting** (CHF 20–45 per piece)
* **Jewellery Making with Beads** (CHF 10/hour + materials, avg. CHF 20–30)
* **Linocut Printmaking** (CHF 25–35 per piece)
**Location:** Paint it Easy, Zürich
**Early Bird Ticket:** CHF 15 (standard CHF 18)
**Includes :** Welcome drink\*, drawing material, notebook, games, workshop
**Doesn't include** : optional creative activity fees (depending on your choice)
\*Warm drink, homemade iced tea, or lemonade
Want more events like this? Join our community! [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw)
No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Whether you're painting, reflecting, or connecting, this is your space to recharge, express, and enjoy.
Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable.
#digitaldetox
Walk & Connect | Panorama Trail on Uetliberg
**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/sport-fitness/hiking/walk-connect-panorama-trail-on-uetliberg-7434995185778481737.html) or**
**[www.social-circle.ch](https://social-circle.ch/)**
**Make New Friends this Sunday**
Join us for a relaxed forest walk focused on great conversations, not intense hiking. We’ll match you with new friends for one-on-one chats – no small talk, just real connection.
It’s the perfect Sunday to move your body, breathe fresh air, and meet like-minded people! ☯️
**Coming alone? That’s totally fine!**
We’ll match you with people who share your vibe using the Social Circle app - we will introduce you to it during the event
**Stay in the loop:**
Join our WhatsApp group for updates and the live meeting location on the day:
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGKLziV4s7bLZWEiouTQhi?mode=ems_copy_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGKLziV4s7bLZWEiouTQhi?mode=ems_copy_t)
*If the link doesn’t open on your phone, try using WhatsApp Web on your computer.*
**Timeline**
* ⏰ **11:45** – Meet under the big clock at Zurich Main Station (HB)
* **12:15** – Take line 10 up to Uetliberg
* **12:40** – Arrival at the top and quick icebreakers to get things flowing
* ️ **13:00** – Walk through the forest (panorama trail) with one-on-one matchups (we switch partners along the way)
* ️ **14:30** – Arriving at Restaurant Felsenegg and head back to the city
**What to Bring**
* Your smartphone for the friend-matching
* Comfy shoes for forest trails
* Water and a small snack to keep your energy up
Let’s make your Sunday social, simple, and refreshing!
**Disclaimer**
Participation in this event requires a valid ticket, which must be purchased in advance via the link provided in the event description. Please note that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. We do not accept cash payments on the day of the event.
To ensure a smooth and safe experience, we kindly ask all participants to follow the instructions and announcements from the event organizers. While our team works hard to create an enjoyable and welcoming atmosphere, attendance is at your own risk.
We want everyone to feel comfortable and respected. If you encounter any issues or uncomfortable situations during the event, please speak directly to a member of our team — we’re here to help.
We reserve the right to exclude participants from the event if they do not adhere to basic standards of respectful interpersonal behavior. This decision is at the discretion of the responsible organizers.
By signing up, you agree that any content captured during the event (including photos and videos) may be used on Social Circle’s social media channels and those of our partners.
Please be aware that we cannot wait for late participants, as this disrupts the planned group flow and connections. If you're delayed or choose a different route, it’s your responsibility to catch up with the group. A live location will be shared in the event's WhatsApp chat to help you reconnect.
Want more events like this join our newsletter: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hmm9DZP3wzaL8cXrtAAafw)
Join the Social Circle Team – We’re Growing! 🚀
After a stellar growth spurt over the past 8 months, we’re excited to open our doors to a few new faces. Our small but dedicated team is ready to welcome **experts and volunteers** who want to help us bring people together in Zurich. 🤝✨
**We’re looking for people who are:**
* 📅 Organisational talents
* 🥂 Outgoing and great hosts
* 💡 Entrepreneurial minded
* 🦄 Have a good sense of humor
* 🤗 Team-players and natural collaborators
* ⭐ *Experienced in events, marketing, or community building is a plus*
* ❤️ Passionate about helping others make meaningful connections
If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 **Tell us a bit about yourself in our sign-up form:**
[Click here](https://synonymous-tile-65a.notion.site/267c2d13203c81e8b4d1dac25101f7f0?pvs=105)
https://synonymous-tile-65a.notion.site/267c2d13203c81e8b4d1dac25101f7f0?pvs=105
Afterwards, feel free to join our WhatsApp group as a first touchpoint and to meet the rest of the crew (we will let you in after we reviewed the form):
[WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Brx7RMTdw4nGFkw4mCtu9I)
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Brx7RMTdw4nGFkw4mCtu9I
Cheers — and we’re looking forward to meeting you soon!
**Nina & Max** 🌟
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Building Agents with Microsoft Foundry
We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.
Contra dance March 21 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Band and caller TBA**
Beginner lesson at 1:30, regular dancing begins at 2:00 pm
NOTE THAT WE ARE TEMPORARILY DANCING IN THE AFTERNOON INSTEAD OF EVENING. Dance with us in the afternoon then you can still go out in the evening!
**Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214**
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 1:30 - 2:00, followed by dancing 2:00 - 430. 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.
Please bring your own refillable water bottle.
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself.
Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went?
Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence?
Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.
ServiceNow's Got Talent
Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you.
We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform.
Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live.
So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent.
Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new.
Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with:
• A demo
• A real-world business solution
• A bold idea
• A UX transformation
• Or a creative use of the platform
Judging Criteria:
🏆 Business Value
🚀 Innovation
✨ User Experience
This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value.
Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired.
Refreshments and bites will be provided.
And maybe next time… you’ll be on stage.
Take Control Of Your Life, Freedom From Negative Thoughts & Irrational Emotions
Feeling down? Sometimes depressed? Can't focus? Negativity & stress? Recent losses? Creativity in career and personal life hindered by mental blocks? Sometimes we never fully recover from traumatic experiences.
Whether it was yesterday, last week or a year ago, traumatic experiences - a loss of a loved one, losing a job, a breakup - can leave you scarred. You talk about it and feel a little better, but it never goes away. After you hang up the phone, it's still there; the sadness, the cloud, the over-thinking, the worry, the guilt. You try to focus, but you're blocked. You try to look forward into new experiences, new relationships but a cloud is hanging over you, casting a shadow on what you once considered a bright, cheerful future.
What happened to your courage? Your strength of character? You're 'why not' attitude? Whoever said 'time heals' must have had a special time machine, because after weeks, months, years, you're wondering - when exactly does that kick in? Sometimes it seems like drinking or drugs are the way to go. But they wear off, and now the problem is still there with added side effects from the drugs.
At this free local Meetup event we will talk about:
* What causes grief, anxiety and depression to become chronic.
* Is it possible to regain your joy and happiness even after traumatic experiences?
* How to break away from negativity and focus on the future
* What are the steps to take to get control of your mind and your emotions?
Learn about a safe, gentle, do-it-yourself counseling that can be done in the comfort of your own home.
Let's explore safe, effective solutions for healing from traumatic experiences.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.
Code Anywhere by Talking to your Phone
Drake Lundstrom is presenting:
Code Anywhere by Talking to your Phone
Abstract:
Have you heard the trend of people deploying code anywhere from checkout lines to doctors' offices? In this talk, you will learn how to talk to your phone and have an app on Azure to show your friend 5 minutes later. The basic DevOps tools you already know, plus a little bit of AI magic, are all you need!
If you want to follow along, the demo will be in Azure with GitHub Actions and GitHub Copilot, and you can have it set up on your phone by the end of the session. Just come in with an Azure account and a GitHub repo.
Join us for pizza, drinks, and networking @ Improving's office. Doors open at 5:45.










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