Craftsmanship

Dear Friends, fellow Walkers, it is a time to go for a river walk. Friday's walk is a flat, easy-going **7 km route**, perfect for enjoying some greenery and fresh air. 🌿 We will start with a walk along the Vltava river, passing the famous **Troja Slalom Channel** and the iconic **Troja Horse**. Our path will lead us through the beautiful **Stromovka Park**, where we can enjoy nature right in the heart of Prague. After the walk, we can grab a coffee or a drink together if the group feels like it! ☕🍻 **Important Details:** * **Distance:** Approx. 7 km. * **Terrain:** Flat, but partially an **unpaved path**. Please wear **proper walking/hiking shoes** for your comfort and safety. 🥾 Some tick protection is recommended. * **Punctuality:** We start exactly 7 minutes after the meeting time. Please don't be late! * **Contribution:** There is a **50 CZK fee** to cover the Meetup subscription (payable on-site via QR code or cash). This is a great opportunity to clear your head after the week and meet like-minded people. I look forward to seeing you there!

Spend your Friday evening in Prague in a creative and relaxed way. Join our acrylic painting on canvas workshop, perfect even if you’ve never painted before. During this 3-hour guided experience, you will be supported step by step by a professional instructor, who will help you create your own artwork in a friendly and inspiring atmosphere. What to expect: • Acrylic painting workshop on canvas (beginner-friendly) • Guidance from a professional artist throughout the session • Welcome drink – prosecco (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) • Relaxed, social atmosphere with music • All materials included This experience is a perfect way to create a unique souvenir from Prague – a piece of art you can take home for your interior or give as a meaningful gift to someone special. Whether you come alone, with friends, or as a couple, this workshop is a great alternative to typical nightlife and one of the most memorable things to do in Prague.

**The most enjoyable dance friending event on a Friday night 🌤️💃✨** This is an OPEN-AIR event! We are dancing outdoors on a soft athletic surface. Restrooms and changing areas are available at a small restaurant nearby. 🚻 The night starts at 7:00 PM with chill music, socializing, and basic footwork. If you want to level up your dancing, be there at 7! Later, we flow into casual dancing, mixing European classics (Waltz, Polka) with modern Balfolk and chill Latin vibes (Forró). ✅ **No experience needed** → Come at 7 PM to learn the basics! 👣 ✅ **No partner needed** → We rotate! Feel free to ask anyone taking a break. 👋 ✅ **No dress code** → Wear comfy sneakers or go completely barefoot. 👟 ✅ **No pressure** → As long as you can sway to the rhythm, you belong! 🌟 ✅ **Free entry** → If you love the vibe, hit us with a 5-star review 🌟 or leave a voluntary tip via QR code (suggested 200 CZK). If you love to move and want to make new friends, simply show up on Friday and let’s dance!! 💃🔥 *Tančírna (pronounced tahn-cheer-nah) comes from the Czech word "tančit" (to dance) and literally means "a place for dancing".* **Pro-tip:** Pack a water bottle to stay hydrated 💧 and a hoodie for when the sun goes down! Ordering drinks/food at the local restaurant is possible, but it breaks the flow, so we usually do it after we wrap up. 💃🔥

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

Join us for a movie night at **Kino Světozor** on **Friday, May 8th.** We’ll meet at **20:00** ***at Světozor bar*** before the film starts at **20:30**. I will be waiting at the cafe, so please look me up (reference my meetup photograph). We'll be watching *[If I Had Legs I'd Kick You](https://www.kinosvetozor.cz/en?cinema=3%2C1%2C2%2C9%2C7&hall=1%2C2%2C3%2C24%2C34%2C35&sort=sort-by-data&projection=49334),* a 2024 raw drama about a woman's life crumbling around her. Come enjoy this screening and stay for a drink and a chat about the film afterwards! **NOTE:** Please buy your own tickets (available online: [tickets](https://tickets.colosseum.eu/union_film_s.r.o._(prazska_kina)/standard/Hall/Index/4339097/lM4FIkJuKaDO2PrW6UwGqA_rov__rov__xcodex_AGA1gFbU4wjT9SBN3D0Tctd5qhqOOXPLUEXJkQ__?)). (I got row 3, seat 5) **Kind request:** If you register to attend but later cannot make it, please update your RSVP in time — thank you!

Looking to meet new people in Prague and play badminton in a relaxed atmosphere? Join our social badminton event – perfect for meeting people and having fun while playing. 🏸 All levels welcome 🏸 No experience needed 🏸 We mix players so everyone gets a game This is not a competitive tournament – the focus is on socializing and enjoying the game. 📍 Location: Badminton Aréna Skalka 🕒 Time: 20:00–23:00 💰 Price: 350 CZK / 250 CZK with Multisport Spots are limited. 👉 Reserve your spot here: [https://www.bananasport.cz/sportovni-udalost/14](https://www.bananasport.cz/sportovni-udalost/14)

**Scenic Riverside Walk: Troja Slalom Channel & Stromovka Park** **Description:** Join us for our first scenic walk in the new group! This is a flat, easy-going **7 km route**, perfect for enjoying some greenery and fresh air while getting to know each other. 🌿 **What to expect:** We will start with a walk along the Vltava river, passing the famous **Troja Slalom Channel** and the iconic **Troja Horse**. Our path will lead us through the beautiful **Stromovka Park**, where we can enjoy nature right in the heart of Prague. After the walk, we can grab a coffee or a drink together if the group feels like it! ☕🍻 **Important Details:** * **Distance:** Approx. 7 km. * **Terrain:** Flat, but partially an **unpaved path**. Please wear **proper walking/hiking shoes** for your comfort and safety. 🥾 Some tick protection is recommended. * **Punctuality:** We start exactly 7 minutes after the meeting time. Please don't be late! * **Contribution:** There is a **50 CZK fee** to cover the Meetup subscription (payable on-site via QR code or cash). This is a great opportunity to clear your head after the week and meet like-minded people. I look forward to seeing you there!

**Hey art lovers,** It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a person in possession of a free Sunday morning must be in want of some fine art. I’m playing this one a bit "last minute," but honestly, some things are too good to miss. So I’ve decided to treat myself (and you!) to something truly special this Sunday. We are heading to the **Kodl Gallery** for their spectacular **pre-auction exhibition**. This is a rare chance to see world-class masterpieces from private collections before they go under the hammer and disappear into private homes again. It’s high-end art, but without the museum queues. The exhibition is free of charge. 📍 **The Plan:** * **The Gallery:** We’ll spend around 90mins soaking up the beauty of 19th and 20th-century art. * **The Secret Walk:** If we’re in the mood, we’ll take a leisurely stroll through the hidden, quiet backstreets of the Old Town—away from the tourist crowds. * **The Coffee Finale:** We’ll finish at a charming hidden coffee bar to chat about our favorite pieces over a caffeine fix and maybe something sweet. 💰 **Contribution:** **50 CZK** (A small contribution to help cover the Meetup platform fees). No pressure, just good vibes, great art, and even better company. It’s the perfect way to recharge before the new week kicks in. Can’t wait to see you there! 🖼️☕️✨ ***

Filozofování o životě a o všem ostatním pro všechny, bez vstupného a bez přihlášky: Co si přejete, s čím si lámete hlavu, co Vás nenechá spát, o čem dumáte, o čem sníte, co Vám vrtá hlavou, čeho se bojíte, na co vzpomínáte, o čem přemýšlíte? Nenechte tyto věci jen pro sebe, zkuste rozhovor s jinými lidmi. U nás nejde jen o to, si popovídat, o to taky, ale to máte i jinde. U našeho stolu se pokusíme, spolu *filozofovat*. Nejdříve se dohodneme, jaké téma budeme diskutovat, a pak se do toho pustíme, budeme přemýšlet, rozmýšlet, promýšlet a zamýšlet se, až se nám z toho bude točit hlava, přitom nám budou podporou filozofové všech věků, abychom jí neztratili, tu hlavu. Ani byste nevěřili, jak filozofie může být osvěžující…

Join **RSP Adventures** for a day where castles meet cliffs and river trails lead you through one of the Czech Republic’s most captivating landscapes, and discover the dramatic beauty of the Ohře River valley on an unforgettable hiking day into Loket. This enchanting stretch of landscape, shaped over millions of years, lies between Karlovy Vary and Loket, within the protected wilderness of the Slavkov Forest Protected Landscape Area. Our hiking route follows scenic river paths, forested ridgelines, and panoramic viewpoints, offering breathtaking vistas of cliffs, woodland, and the iconic medieval silhouette of Loket Castle. Every step combines raw nature with centuries of history, making this adventure a perfect blend of exploration, geology, and fairytale scenery. Distance : 13km (about 7 hours) Difficulty Rating : Easy to Moderate **Tour Highlights:** • Professional and friendly guide • Hassle-free day trip along the romantic valley of the Ohře River • Short tour of Karlovy Vary. • Visit Diana´s tower. • Walk around the Spa forest "lázeňskými lesy" • Visit the remains of an early medieval Slavic settlement Starý Loket • Visit the Tašovice fortified settlement (evidences the oldest Slavic settlement in the area) • Discover the Svatoš Rocks (Svatošské skály) • Tour of the castle Loket • Walk across the Swing bridge • Visit to the family brewery Saint Florian. • Visit the natural outdoor amphitheatre. You can pay for the trip via: • Bank transfer: 7392420507/6363 • Revolut: @augustetqc • Wise: @agustind162 **More information at :** [https://www.facebook.com/events/1477033480578201](https://www.facebook.com/events/1477033480578201)

Let's hike! 🥾 To a peak frequently referred to as the "Olympus of Brdy". Highlights of the hike: \- a lookout tower and view points \- the Olympus of the Brdy mountains called Plešivec \- some rocks \- a lovely day in nature Here is the approximate trail https://mapy.com/s/pojupaduco I reserve the right to adjust the trail depending on the group :-) Wear shoes good for hiking. TAKE FOOD FOR MOST OF DAY, there won't be much to get in the forest. We will buy the tickets on the spot, no need to get anything in advance, just show up. We will go by bus there, and by train back to Prague. I expect to be back at around 7pm, it all depends on our speed (no rush) The hike is not super hard, but it does involve some ascending and is over 20km, so a decent condition is required. COST: Approximately 200 Kč for tickets. As always, if you know about someone interested, feel free to take them with you. This event is free of charge, but any **contribution for organizing and to cover the subscription fees is more than welcome** (100+ CZK is recommended, but it's totally up to you how much you think the trip was worth, your financial possibilities etc.). You pay at the end of the trip. It's okay if your plans change, but please also change your status accordingly. We will meet at the Smíchov train station, OUTSIDE, IN FRONT OF THE MAIN ENTRANCE AT 9.55. I'm looking forward to seeing you all again! Jirka 🙏🤗

It’s time for spring cleaning! We’ll be cleaning up in Obora Hvězda for Uklidime Cesko event, one of the largest clean up initiatives in the country. Uklidime cesko promotes cleaning across the country, where individuals and organisations can arrange a clean up in their chosen area to contribute to maintaining their city. Make sure to wear clothes suitable for the park, all cleaning materials and gloves will be provided. After a couple hours of cleaning, we’ll collect all the bags to be disposed of properly. We are inviting you for a coffee or drink in the park after all your hard work! Any questions, reach out to Julia +420 737 890 656

This group is for anyone who writes - for any reason. Have a thesis or article you need to write? Trying to finish a novel or an academic paper? This group is for you. We are currently meeting in-person at Locus Workspace. If you have any questions, contact Sonya Lano here or on Facebook or Messenger (https://www.facebook.com/sonya.lano). We start at 9:00, introduce ourselves, and share a few words about what we're working on and what we hope to accomplish during the session. At the end of the session, you can give us a brief recap of how it went. We'll break at noon. The afternoon session starts at 2:00 pm. You're welcome to join both sessions or just one. Please come as close to 9:00 as you can if you come for the morning session. If you come to the afternoon session, we are usually back by about a quarter to 2:00.

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

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow

Attend a free seminar on how to have successful and lasting relationships. At this seminar you will learn: How to spot and handle negative and toxic relationships. How to get through the "rough patches" in a relationship. How to choose the right people to work with. The three things that make or break any relationship. How to make a good relationship great. All are welcome. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. Hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches. * **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason. * **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes. ## Discussion Questions 1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie. 2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?** 3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome? 4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend? 5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles? 6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way? 7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time? 8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?

This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

**Building a great product is one thing—building momentum behind it is another.** Join **Senior Product Manager Adam Solaiman** and **User Experience Manager Tyson Smith** for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to turn complex ideas into scalable products inside large organizations. In this session, they’ll share how teams move from ambiguity to execution—navigating organizational complexity, aligning stakeholders, and continuously evolving products after launch. You’ll walk away with insights on how to: * Build and sustain momentum across teams * Adapt to changing priorities without losing direction * Scale products thoughtfully in complex environments Whether you're driving a new initiative or growing an existing product, this conversation will give you practical strategies to keep things moving forward. Come connect, learn, and swap stories with fellow product professionals. \-\-\- Food and drinks will be provided by Switchbox, our generous host. Free parking will be available at the front and back sides of the Switchbox Office.

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) $15 for One Class $20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space.

Customer identity resolution becomes increasingly complex as organizations scale across multiple systems, regions, and data formats. Traditional rule-based approaches often fail to keep up with data variability, require constant manual tuning, and struggle with real-time processing needs. This session presents a practical approach to building a scalable identity resolution pipeline using AWS services and modern AI techniques. The architecture combines data ingestion through Amazon S3 and AWS Glue, transformation pipelines using Spark on EMR, and machine learning models deployed via SageMaker for entity matching and standardization. Graph-based relationship modeling is implemented using Amazon Neptune to improve resolution accuracy by incorporating household and shared attribute context. We will walk through how machine learning models can be used for name and address normalization, how intelligent blocking strategies improve matching efficiency, and how feedback loops can be introduced to continuously improve accuracy. The session also highlights how serverless components such as AWS Lambda can be used for orchestration and real-time processing. **SPEAKER BIO** Mosaic Syed is a Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions across global enterprise environments. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosaic-basha-syed-92300856 **CALL FOR SPEAKERS** Learn more: [https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/](https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/) **THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: [https://www.veeam.com/](https://www.veeam.com/) **DIRECTIONS** 8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH go to 4th floor. **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