Creative Circle

**Frontend developers in 2026 are spoiled for choice. New frameworks promising freedom, AI assistants promising to handle the boring parts. But between the framework debates and the quiet burnout, what actually delivers in day-to-day work?** Join us on **Tuesday, May 26**, for an evening focused on the honest reality of frontend development in 2026. Four engineers from Applifting and Mews will share what's actually working—and what isn't—in framework decisions, AI workflows, and the human side of keeping up with constant change. Let's meet in the **Applifting meetup space**, both in person and online. **We’ll start at 18:00.** 👉[ Register here](https://applifting.io/events/frontend-crew-talk-when-tools-move-faster-than-us) 👈 **if you want to attend in person. Spaces are limited and our event planner Anetka would be sad if we had to turn you away at the door!** **Who’s speaking?** **[Michal Čížek](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-%C4%8D%C3%AD%C5%BEek/)**, senior frontend developer at Applifting, will open with a side-by-side comparison of Next.js and TanStack Start—two frameworks with fundamentally different philosophies—to help you pick for your next project. **[Jan Marek](https://www.linkedin.com/in/j4n-marek/)**, senior software engineer at Mews, will follow with how frustration and laziness can guide useful AI workflows, automating each “I don't want to do this manually” from Slack thread to announcement. **[Tereza Šimková](https://www.linkedin.com/in/simkovat/)**, also a senior frontend developer at Applifting, will offer an honest, non-technical look at the hidden psychological toll of working with AI coding assistants. Then, they will be joined for the panel discussion by **[Matyas Mihálka](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matyasmih%C3%A1lka/)**, frontend tech lead at Applifting, bringing a grounded take on what AI coding tools actually deliver day-to-day and how to adopt them without burning out. **We look forward to meeting you!** **Schedule:** **17:30 – Doors open** * Get your ticket ready, say hello to others, and have a drink with us. 🥂 **18:00 – Introduction by Filip Kirschner** * Our co-founder Filip will give you a short welcome and introduce our speakers. **18:15 – Two philosophies, one decision: Next.js vs TanStack Start in 2026 with Michal Čížek** * *Next.js has shaped React for years. TanStack Start is the challenger with a fundamentally different philosophy. Which one should you pick for your next project?* **18:30 – Boring driven development: Let your laziness and frustration guide your creativity in your AI workflows with Jan Marek** * *From Slack thread to announcement: how “I don't want to do this manually” can turn each step of development into automation.* **18:45 — We need to talk: Confessions of a frontend dev's AI journey with Tereza Šimková** * *An honest, non-technical chat about the hidden psychological toll of our evolving relationship with AI.* **19:00 — Short break** * *Time to stretch, refill drinks, and chat a bit.* **19:10 — Panel discussion Living with AI: Tools, anxiety & what actually works with Jan Marek, Michal Čížek, Tereza Šimková, and Matyas Mihálka** * *AI coding tools are everywhere but between the hype and the fear, what actually delivers in day-to-day work?* **20:00 — Q&A session** * *Your turn. We’re open to any questions or comments you have.* **20:30 – Networking, food & drinks 🍻** * *Snacks and drinks, including draft beer, will be available for you all evening. Get ready to network with Applifters and enjoy the evening together!* **22:00 – It’s a wrap!** * *Some of us may move on to a pub, but the doors of Applifting are closing, and we'll look forward to seeing you next time!* For capacity reasons, **please let us know if you will** [attend in person](https://applifting.io/events/frontend-crew-talk-when-tools-move-faster-than-us) or participate online. The presentations will be streamed, but we would love to see you there. We look forward to meeting you!

Join us for a fun craft event where you get to know new people and practice czech! We are more than excited to try out our newest concept: Czech Craft Club! This is not a Czech course but we will provide plenty of opportunities to pick up on new craft and related vocabulary. Low pressure, social and creative language exposure. Come listen to some czech and maybe even speaking some with your fellow crafters. This edition we will be making infinite calendars. All levels welcome! The event is hosted by expat organisation something new and local Czech artist Alžběta Procházkova. A match made in heaven 💘 Curious? Sign up! Ticket: 300kc - (All inclusive, craft materials and prints provided) Reservations: [https://connect.boomevents.org/en/somethingnew-uqvwe/czechcrafts-calendars](https://connect.boomevents.org/en/somethingnew-uqvwe/czechcrafts-calendars)

Hello Beer Enthusiasts! 🍺 Indulge in a delightful beer tasting experience at the NuBeerBar, where they showcase the finest selection of Czech beers straight from their working pub with 11 Czech beers on tap. 📍 **Location:** NuBeerBar, Balbínova 1 📅 **Date:** Every Tuesday, from 27/02/2024 🕒 **Time:** 19:00-22:00 💸 **Event fee:** FREE 🍺 **Beers available**: https://www.nubeerbar.cz/en/#Ontap 💰 **Price**: 174 CZK (Set of 6 beers \* 0.12l at your choice from menu) **Event Details:** We have a table reserved at NuBeerBar, to explore the rich and diverse world of Czech beers through their tasting flights, the perfect way to sample a variety of Czech beers and discover your favorites. **What They Offer:** * **Tasting Flights**: Enjoy a flight of six different kinds of Czech beers carefully curated to highlight the unique flavors and characteristics of each brew. 🍻 * **Working Pub Atmosphere**: Immerse yourself in the lively ambiance of their working pub, where you can mingle with fellow beer lovers and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. 🎶 * **Knowledgeable Staff**: Their friendly staff are always on hand to answer any questions you may have about the beers they offer and provide recommendations based on your preferences. 💬 *Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or just starting to explore the world of Czech beers, the beer tasting event at the* NuBeerBar *promises to be a memorable experience for all.* We look forward to raising a glass with you and sharing our passion for Czech beer! Cheers! 🍻

Řešíš nějaký problém? Zajímají tě nové technologie? Chceš se podělit o tvé zkušenosti? Zastav se na [pro:]TEST! setkání, které bude tentokrát o řízené otevřené diskuzi založená na Open Space! Open Space Technology (OST) je styl samoorganizovaného setkání, jehož režii mají v rukách samotní účastníci. Nápad, otázka, aktuálně řešený problém, to vše může být tématem tohoto večera. Sejdeme se doslova v "open space", určíme si stanoviště, časové bloky a témata a pustíme se do nich. Kdokoliv může na stanoviště přijít nebo z něj kdykoliv odejít. Více o OST se dočtete například zde (anglicky): https://www.facilitator.school/blog/open-space-technology Těšíme se - organizátoři [Pro:]Test! **Upozornění**: setkání probíhá pouze osobně na místě. Z tohoto Meetupu nebude vznikat záznam.

\~FREE EVENT\~ Meet Locals & internationals People Every Tuesday & Make New Friends🙂 For introverts and shy people (we all are sometimes), we have ice-breaking games and more... so feel free to come by. Everyone is invited to enjoy amazing Cocktails in 135kc only🍸 Beer in 49 kc 🥂🍻 It is organized after our Biggest Event in Central Europe with 234 people in a single event. 🙂 📍LOCATION TEQUILA TALES BAR & MUSIC CLUB Újezd 409/19, 118 00 Malá Strana, 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic (Nearest tram stop- Hellichova & Ujezd) ❓Questions❓ Follow & write to https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/ *** \~AKCE ZDARMA\~ Každé úterý se seznamte s místními a mezinárodními lidmi a najděte si nové přátele🙂 Pro introverty a stydlivé lidi (všichni jsme někdy) máme hry na lámání ledu a další... tak neváhejte a přijďte. Všichni jsou zváni k vychutnání úžasných koktejlů jen za 135 kč🍸 Pivo za 49 kč 🥂🍻 Je pořádána po naší největší akci ve střední Evropě s 234 lidmi na jediné akci. 🙂 📍 POLOHA TEQUILA TALES BAR & MUSIC CLUB Újezd 409/19, 118 00 Malá Strana, 118 00 Praha, Česká republika (nejbližší tramvajová zastávka- Hellichova & Újezd) ❓Otázky❓ Sledujte a pište https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/

Are you learning English as a second language and looking for a chance to practice? Join our **English Conversation Club**! We create a friendly atmosphere with **games and activities** designed to help you improve your conversational skills. Our goal is simple: **leave each session with new words and more confidence speaking English!** **Details:** * **Cost:** Free (bring some money to buy a drink at Tichá Kavárna) * **Frequency:** Meets regularly based on attendance * **Who:** Anyone studying or practicing English **Things to know:** Tichá Kavárna is a social enterprise café that creates jobs for the deaf community and connects the hearing and deaf worlds. Guests can order in sign language or simply point to the menu, making communication easy. Profits support services for the deaf and the café’s development. This event is sponsored by the church **Církev bratrská, Bohnice** [https://www.cbbohnice.cz](https://www.cbbohnice.cz/). We believe in helping others with practical needs—like learning English—while we live lives that reflect Jesus. At the end of each session, we’ll offer an open invitation for anyone interested in exploring faith, reading the Bible, or learning more about Jesus. **Participation in religious activities is completely optional.** We will never trick you into attending and will always be honest about the content of our meetings.

Hello ladies, Another meeting is here 🎉 Would you like to get to know other women who are interested in IT or work in the field? Let's build a community together, meet & get to know new friends, and talk about everything and anything. A table will be booked on name Michaela. To get to the venue, walk to the end of the underpass from the Krizikova street. Looking forward to seeing you! 😊

**IMPORTANT! Please register on Luma page: https://luma.com/0xb0bote** **What is it?** This isn’t your typical networking event. It’s a Fuck-Up Night — a space to share real professional mistakes and what came after. No polished success stories, just honest experiences. **What to expect** • 3 short talks from speakers sharing their biggest fuck-ups Anish Girdhar - Product Owner - Rohlik https://www.linkedin.com/in/anishgirdhar/ Lisa Ljubčič - Marketing & Brand Lead, Ex-Marketing Manager -Manifesto https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-ljubcic/ Nando Rossi - Senior Product Designer - Freelancer https://www.linkedin.com/in/nandorocker/ • Open mic - anyone can jump in and share their story • Casual networking, drinks & conversations **Who is this for?** Designers, Product Managers, Developers, Marketers, and anyone in creative or tech who wants to connect, learn from others’ experiences, and share their own. Note - If your plans change, please cancel your spot so someone else can join. **When & where** 📅 28.05.26 🕛 19:00 📍KC Přístav 7: V Přístavu 24, 170 00 Praha 7-Holešovice 🗣 Language: English **Please** arrive 5–10 minutes early to grab a drink and settle in so we can start on time. **Přístav 7** is a community space where you can buy drinks and snacks during the event. **Who we are 🌍** Projector Global Community by Prjctr Creative & Tech Institute connects designers, developers, marketers, and innovators worldwide. We foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and creative growth. **Hosted by 🎤** Daniella Kovalenko (UI/UX Designer & Art Director) Lesia Astrashanovych (Design & Product Recruiter) Tania Korab (Product Designer at Siemens) **See you at Prague Fuck Up Night & Networking!**

Join us for a fun creative evening where you will write a brand new story in 40 minutes (based on creative writing prompts). Unlock your creativity! Play with plots and words! Share your story and get feedback from new friends. Entry fee: 150czk if you book in advance (mark yourself as going in this event or on our Facebook event), 200czk for walk-ins, 100czk for those with a Scribbles Loyalty card. QR Code bank payment or cash accepted. Bring your own writing materials. All writers welcome!! Subscribe to the the Prague Literary Calendar as well for more events! (Note: This event is advertised in multiple locations. This means the number of attendees visible on the Meetup event may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To ensure you have a place in the event, RSVP early. If you cannot attend, let us know as soon as possible as saying you will go and not going can negatively impact the writing experience of other attendees).

\*\*\*\*\* We're meeting both in-person and virtually via Skype depending on the week. Contact Sonya Lano for more information if you want to join \*\*\*\*\* This is for anyone wanting feedback! We mostly focus on novels and longer works, but short stories are welcome, as well. You can submit anything you want feedback on in any genre. Current word limit for submissions is 4,000 words. Send your submissions by 13:30 the Thursday before the meeting (or we have a grace period during which you can submit a lower limit of 2,500 words if you submit by midnight Thursday evening). Also, if you don't have time to read through everyone's submissions, still join the meeting! We know that busy schedules don't always make finding reading time easy. To submit, use the Dropbox folder. If you don't have access to it, send sonyalakadosch@yahoo.com your e-mail address so I can add you. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! My number in case of any confusion the day of the meeting is 737 118 530 - or on Facebook: Sonya Lano (https://www.facebook.com/sonya.lano) DROPBOX INFO: * add new submissions for the next meeting in the " submissions" folder for the meeting date. Put your name at the beginning of the file name (for example: "Sonya Somewhere in the Dark") * When providing written feedback (not required, but deeply welcome), save the file as a separate document on your device, then mark your changes/ feedback in the saved file. After you're finished, put the file in the "Feedback" folder under the folder for the meeting date and then under the person the feedback is for (e.g. "For Sonya"). * The submissions folder will be replaced within a week after the meeting has taken place. Feedback will be deleted within 2 months after the meeting, so if you need it longer than that, make sure to copy it to your own disk.

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.

🎤🔥 OPEN MIC \| JAM SESSION @ Tequila Tales 🔥🎶 Ready to step on stage, grab the mic, and let your talent shine? ✨ We’re launching a weekly Open Mic \| Jam Session — a vibrant\, inclusive space where artists come together to create\, experiment\, and perform in front of an energetic\, supportive crowd 🎭💛 📅 Every Wednesday 🚀 First Edition: Wednesday, 21st January 2026 🎭 Who can perform? 🎤 Poets & spoken word artists 😂 Stand-up comedians 🎸 Musicians & bands 🎭 Improv & theatre performers 🪄 Magicians & experimental acts ⏱ Performance slots: 15–20 minutes 🎶 Open format \| Free entry \| Community vibes only 📝 Want to perform? Sign up here: 👉 https://forms.gle/uwcZcDdGkBwM3Yqs9 ⏰ Signup deadline: Sunday 19:00 (same week) 📋 Final roster announced: Monday ⚠️ Late requests may be considered via WhatsApp on Monday & Tuesday only if slots are available — no guarantees once the lineup is full. Whether you’re testing new material, performing for the first time, or just soaking in the creative energy — this stage is yours 🎶🔥 Come perform, come support, come vibe ✨🍹 🎤💥 Every Wednesday. One mic. Endless talent. 💥🎤

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

⚠️ **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.

Join us this Pride season to paint your own pride on rocks, paper, canvas, and yes- we are bringing back the bricks! Come create and paint with us. Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library Meeting Room D.

**Soulbits Circle: A Monthly Gathering** **Every fragment of your story is medicine; come weave it into being** **Hosted by: Caitlynn Fortson** **[www.kalikwellnesswithin.org](www.kalikwellnesswithin.org) \| [www.centerfornewlife.org](www.centerfornewlife.org)** **The Center for New Life or Virtual, upon request** **Monthly Circles \| Fridays 6:30\-7:30PM** **Upcoming Dates: 5/1, 5/29, 6/26, 7/24, 8/28, 9/25, 10/23, 11/27, 12/18** A monthly healing space where we gather to tend the pieces of ourselves and weave them back into wholeness that we are. Each session opens with a Soulbits oracle image setting the tone for the gathering we will move through. We will come together to honor the natural rhythms of rooting, rising, releasing, and receiving; the cycles that shape the soul’s journey. Through the four pillars of being: mindset, movement, connection & nourishment, we will create a space where imagery, sensation, and community weave together. Where the body becomes the guide, images act as mirrors, and the soul speaks. This circle is about noticing what rises, honoring what’s true, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself ready to be seen. This is a space to gather your scattered pieces, soften your body, and return to your truth with community by your side. Soulbits Circle is a reminder that every fragment of your story, every soulbit, belongs. Together we weave them into the blooming wholeness that you are. *Energy Exchange: 1-group $20-40 or 6-group $115* *Payment Options: Venmo or Cash* **Please RSVP to [Caitlynn](https://kalikwellnesswithin.org/) via** **email @ [kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com](mailto:kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com)** **text @ ‪(614) 407-4021‬** 💫

**Let’s kick off our very first CBUS Maker Meetup!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Karl Road Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

**Get your creative flow going with a Sunday Afternoon Maker Meetup!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Martin Luther King Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!