Critical Design

Join us monthly for a creative gathering of designers, design researchers, and AI innovators. This networking event unites professionals passionate about user experience, design methodologies, research insights, and AI-powered design tools to share knowledge, exchange perspectives, and build meaningful connections. Our collaborative atmosphere offers an ideal space to discuss design challenges, explore research methodologies, and discover how AI is transforming the design landscape. Whether you're looking to expand your professional circle, gain insights on emerging design practices, or explore the intersection of human-centered design and artificial intelligence, this monthly meetup is your creative hub. Expect inspiring conversations, practical insights, and opportunities to connect with fellow design professionals who are pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible through thoughtful design, rigorous research, and innovative AI applications.

**Join Us for a Product Design Networking Meetup at Barcelona!** Are you passionate about product design? Looking to connect with fellow designers, share ideas, and showcase your latest work? Then this is the event for you! Enjoy a relaxed evening of networking with some minds in the industry while sipping on craft beers from Brewdog. Whether you're an experienced product or design person or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to exchange ideas, find inspiration, and build valuable connections. Come prepared to share! Join our WhatsApp Group at: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LwFwk4uQTLw526t9mNdMtG](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LwFwk4uQTLw526t9mNdMtG)

ProductTank Barcelona community! TLDR; **bring your laptop!** Ready to build something amazing without writing a single line of code? Join us for an AI-powered hackathon where you’ll create an app using **Lovable** – the no-code platform that turns plain prompts into real products. This is a hands-on excuse to meet other product people, experiment with AI, and see what happens when you build in small groups. How it works: * We’ll form small AI building groups – no need to come with a team. * Each group will collaborate to build an app and share it at the end - **laptop required, one per team**. * The product brief will be revealed at the start – no prep required! * All Lovable credits are covered – no fees involved. * No coding or AI experience needed. This is beginner-friendly and product-minded. Since spots are limited, please RSVP **only if you’re sure you can commit**. In particular, if you’ve volunteered to bring a laptop, we’re counting on you. This will be an interactive, high-energy event – not a sit-down lecture. 📍 **Location:** eDreams ODIGEO, Barcelona 🕒 **Time:** Doors open at 6:30 PM \| Event starts at 6:45 PM Don’t forget to bring a valid ID to enter the venue. Expected agenda: * **6:30pm - Open door** * **6:45pm - 7:00pm – Welcome + Hackathon brief** * **7:00pm - 7:45pm – Team pairings + Build time** * **7:45pm - 8:00pm – Finalist demo, voting and prizes** * **8:00pm onwards – Pizza & Drinks for networking** Come for the build. Stay for the people. This is networking, just with a bit of AI chaos in between.✨

** Antes de inscribirte, por favor, tómate 2 minutos para leer toda la información. ¡Es importante que estemos en la misma sintonía! ** **⚠️ Para que sea justo para todos:** Tenemos plazas limitadas. Si te apuntas y luego no puedes venir, **por favor, cancela tu plaza con al menos 1 día de antelación.** Si no lo haces, tendremos que eliminarte del grupo para darle la oportunidad a otra persona. ¡Gracias por entenderlo! ¿Buscas un rato para jugar y crear sin juicios? Un espacio donde lo que importa es lo que sientes al hacerlo, no el resultado final. Este es un taller de cerámica **gratuito** y alternativo. Aquí no nos obsesionamos con la técnica, sino que le damos paso a la intuición, a lo espontáneo y a conectar con el momento presente. No venimos a enseñarte a hacer piezas perfectas; venimos a **acompañarte** para que la creatividad salga de tu propio cuerpo. Usamos métodos sencillos pero poco convencionales para soltarnos, abrirnos y reconectarnos con lo auténtico que llevamos dentro. El objetivo no es "fabricar" algo bonito, sino **experimentar y sentir** lo que surja, usando la arcilla como nuestro lenguaje. **¿Es para ti?** Si te ha resonado algo de lo que has leído, entonces sí. No necesitas ninguna experiencia previa, solo las ganas de probar. **Te ofrecemos:** * Un espacio seguro y agradable, sin prejuicios. * Los materiales y las herramientas (no hace falta que traigas nada). * Una experiencia pura: no se cocen las piezas. * **Detalles prácticos:** * **Día y hora:** Todos los miércoles, de 18:00 a 18:45. * **Precio:** Gratuito. * **Inscripción:** Apúntate aquí en Meetup. — **¿Por qué hago esto?** 1. **Porque me encanta el proceso** y quiero compartir la magia de crear sin expectativas. 2. **Para que vengas a conocer el espacio** y esta forma diferente de entender la cerámica. 3. **Es una devolución.** En su día, otros talleres gratuitos me ayudaron mucho, y esta es mi manera de devolver esa energía buena a la comunidad. **Si esta forma de crear te llama, ¡será un placer tenerte por aquí!** www.liiceramics.com IG: liiceramics

Hey peeps! Join us for an evening Hack & Tell with Alvaro Moya and Nick Zervoudis at [Harbour.Space Institute of Technology](https://maps.app.goo.gl/8GuYFh6XY3NtL7D28) in Poblenou - two focused, practical talks plus plenty of time to meet other AI engineers and founders! Alvaro will show his approach to getting coding agents produce the results we want at high quality with a standardized approach, while Nick will share how he built an OS that evolves around his needs with a combination of AI models and modern knowledge bases. 🗓 **Agenda** 18:30 – Doors open & arrivals 19:00 – Talk 1: Alvaro Moya, Talk 2: Nick Zervoudis 20:30 – Open networking at Ovella Negra 📍 **Location** [Harbour.Space Institute of Technology](https://maps.app.goo.gl/8GuYFh6XY3NtL7D28) [Carrer de Rosa Sensat, 9-11, 08005 Barcelona](https://maps.app.goo.gl/8GuYFh6XY3NtL7D28) 6th floor 🎟 **Cost:** Free (RSVP required) *** 🎤 **Speaker 1: [Alvaro Moya](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvarormoya/) \- Spec Driven Development with AI** AI can generate large amounts of code, but without clear specifications it still produces fragile and inconsistent results, and the real difference between fast output and reliable features lies in how the problem is defined. This talk introduces Spec-Driven Development with AI, a new paradigm that accelerates the whole development workflow, from vague ideas to production-ready code, all while increasing quality. 🎤 **Speaker 2: [Nick Zervoudis](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzervoudis/) \- Building a Personal OS That Thinks the Way I Do** Nick is building a personal operating system using Claude Code, Wispr Flow, and Obsidian - processing all his voice notes, meeting transcripts, articles, and ideas to scale his consultancy. It all runs under a single repo built off plain markdown files. See you soon!

You thought we would skip February? NO! We're back, baby! February Meetup is here! Let's gooo! We have some amazing speakers, and pizza and beer will be available after the event. ────────── **18:30: Welcome** Grab a beer, a snack, and a seat until everybody arrives! **18:45 Intro by Host Neciu Dan and Giorgio Polvara from Perk** **19:00 The 2600€ Mistake: How we saved 90% on Cloud Costs by breaking the SSR Myth** Speaker: [Danilo Velasquez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAXUQZYBfPgAdfwWiNG72HHc5rtHIS9pAWY), Staff Web Platform Engineer and Consultant When our Astro/React migration reached 8,000 RPS, 100 pods couldn't prevent the crash loops. Discover how mastering Node.js internals—Cluster API, file descriptors, and strict timeouts—slashed our bill from 2,850€ to 250€ while handling 1.6B monthly views. A war story about why "frontend-only" thinking fails on the server. **19:25 400 Tech Leads. Same problems. None of them technical.** Speaker: [Anemari Fiser](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAsj0FIBwsd5kRTr2_wWLQKe-vFNZDCtNlE)\, O’Reilly Author \| Engineering Leader After training and coaching more than 400 tech leads across companies and industries, one pattern keeps repeating: when tech leads struggle, it’s rarely a technical gap. In this talk, Anemari Fiser shares the most common challenges tech leads bring into coaching sessions - overload, unclear expectations, ownership confusion - and assumed alignment, and why “getting better technically” almost never fixes them. Drawing from real coaching and training examples, the talk explores where tech leads get stuck, what they think the problem is, and the small but meaningful shifts that help them move forward. **19:50: Drinks and networking!** Do you want to talk at this meetup? Reach out to Dan Neciu [on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/neciudan/) And please help us spread the news and grow the community: **20:55 Meetup finished** **(FOR EARLY ACCESS: WE ALWAYS POST FIRST ON SOCIAL MEDIA)** [Twitter(X)](https://x.com/ReactJsBCN) [BlueSky](https://bsky.app/profile/reactbarcelona.bsky.social) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/reactjs-barcelona/) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/reactjs_barcelona/) ────────── **Sponsors:** **Perk** The intelligent platform for travel and spend. Time-consuming bookings, endless approvals, hundreds of receipts: Perk is designed to eliminate the work behind the work that is costing your business trillions and draining your teams' morale and productivity. At Perk, we call it shadow work. By automating bookings, expenses, and invoice processing, Perk takes care of shadow work so your teams can get down to business—all while keeping you in control. Founded in 2015, we’re trusted to power real work for over 10,000 companies worldwide, including Wise, On Running, and Breitling, and are backed by first-class investors such as SoftBank, Kinnevik, Felix Capital, Target Global, LocalGlobe, Spark Capital, and Noteous Partners. Work with Perk, and unlock the full potential of your people and your business. ────────── **Join the Master Security Course for FREE!** Module 1 is live now — **Exploits** — completely free to access. * Understand how common vulnerabilities actually work * Learn to identify and prevent security flaws in your code * Get practical, real-world examples you can apply immediately * 9 more modules coming, covering the full security landscape This is just the beginning — start building security expertise today. [Join here](https://neciudan.dev/master-security)

Data and AI only matter when they drive and inform real product decisions that improve learners’ and tutors’ experience. At [Preply,](https://preply.com/en/about-us) we use data, rigorous experimentation, careful and scientific measurement, and applied AI to understand what works, where it works, and why. In this meetup, Preply’s data and AI team members will share concrete case studies from systems running in production, focusing on impact measurement, AI-driven marketplace decisions, and machine learning applied to real learning interactions. You will also have the chance to meet with Preply’s recruitment team to understand open roles in our growing data squad, and learn about which role is the best fit for you 🤝 **Agenda:** **18:30-19:00** Arrival and Networking **19:00-19:05** Introduction, Ana Peleteiro Ramallo (VP of Data and Applied AI) **19:05-19:25** - **Preply Lens: Building AI Systems to Understand Learning**, Aditya Joshi (Senior Data Scientist) **19:25-19:50** - **Measuring Product Impact**, Jonny Adams (Staff Data Scientist) & Frieder Kropfhäußer (Staff Data Scientist) **20:00-20:20** - **How AI Improves Preply’s Marketplace,** Jacek Wasilewski (Principal Applied AI Scientist) **20:20-21:00** \- Drinks and Networking **Who should attend:** This meetup is designed for data and AI professionals, especially those with hands-on experience in industry delivering products. *After the talks, we’ll leave time for questions and open discussion, followed by informal networking with the speakers and other attendees 😌We’re looking forward to meeting you. Bring your questions, your opinions, and your healthy skepticism – the discussion is very much part of the meetup.*

Despertar Femenino es un taller vivencial donde exploraremos las energías femeninas que habitan en ti para reconocer tus dones, sanar bloqueos y recuperar el equilibrio interno. Trabajaremos con: ✨ Arquetipos femeninos ✨ Movimiento corporal consciente ✨ Ritual y anclaje emocional No se requiere experiencia previa. 📍 Molins de Rei – Espacio Serendipia 🗓 28 de febrero ⏰ 10h–14h y 15h–19h 💰 Aportación: 70€ 🌿 Plazas limitadas

¿Te gustaría comprenderte más profundamente y reconciliarte con todas tus partes? En este taller exploraremos nuestras **“luces”** —fortalezas, talentos y virtudes— y nuestras **“sombras”** —aspectos que solemos ocultar, negar o juzgar—, para integrarlas en una mirada más completa y amorosa de quienes somos. A través de dinámicas vivenciales, reflexión guiada y ejercicios de autoconocimiento, aprenderás a: * Reconocer los rasgos de tu personalidad que mantienes ocultos o rechazados. * Comprender qué mensajes y aprendizajes contienen tus sombras. * Fortalecer tu autoestima al integrar tus luces con compasión y autenticidad. Este encuentro es un espacio seguro para compartir, descubrir y crecer. No se requiere experiencia previa, solo apertura y curiosidad por conocerte mejor. 🗓️ **Fecha:** 15 de noviembre 🕓 **Horario:** de 10:30 a 13h 📍 **Lugar:** presencial en Calle Porta, 9 Barcelona 💫 **Facilita:** Anabel Pérez y Amadeo Dieste, Profesores de meditación Raja Yoga y Desarrollo personal con 30 años de experiencia. Inscripciones. Puedes comunicarlo a personas que creas que les pueda interesar. Trae libreta y boli si quieres tomar notas. Te esperamos!

At InnoIT Consulting, we are delighted to invite you to our upcoming meetup, organized in collaboration with Sony AI, on **Wednesday, February 25th.** 🎙️*Transforming scientific literature into discovery at Sony AI* The speaker will be **[Miquel Ferrer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/miquel-ferrer-5a97651/)** (ML/AI Engineer at Sony AI). **SUMMARY** In this talk we will gain insight into how **AI can act as a bridge across domains**, transforming the overwhelming scale of modern research into a **proactive engine for discovery**. In an era where **thousands of papers are published daily**, even the most specialized experts struggle to stay afloat. However, the sheer volume of global research represents more than a management challenge—it is a **massive, untapped resource for discovery**. In this session, we will explore how **AI can transform the vast body of scientific literature** into an **interconnected system of concepts and entities**. Moving beyond simple search and efficiency, we discuss how modeling the **evolution of knowledge** enables us to uncover **“scientifically plausible links”**—**hidden connections across domains**, such as **biology and medicine**, that are supported by data but **have not yet been articulated in print**. By leveraging AI to **bridge these silos**, we can move from **managing what is known** to **predicting the next frontier of scientific breakthroughs**. **This event is for you if you’re in:** AI/ML, Data & Analytics, NLP/LLMs, Knowledge Graphs/Ontologies, Search/IR, MLOps, or Data Engineering and want to turn research into actionable discovery. With time for a dynamic **Q&A session and, of course, our networking with food 🍕 and drinks 🍻.** **👥 Do you want to come along?** Share this invitation with all your contacts, or click the "share" button below. **WHEN:** Wednesday, February 25th at 6:30 PM **WHERE:** Oficinas InnoIT Consulting, [C/ Diputació, 280, Bajos 2ª, 08009, Barcelona](https://maps.app.goo.gl/zC6Sf2jUogxauX317) **LANGUAGE:** English 📝**Join our [newsletter](https://www.inno-it.es/newsletter/)!** Don't miss out on upcoming events, exciting news and special job offers. *InnoIT Consulting, Sony AI*

Un taller práctico y experimental para iniciarse en la electrónica DIY aplicada al sonido. A través del juego, la prueba y el error, exploraremos cómo los componentes electrónicos más básicos pueden convertirse en generadores de sonido y en herramientas creativas. No son necesarios conocimientos previos: partimos desde cero y aprendemos haciendo. ### ¿Qué aprenderás? * Conocer los **componentes electrónicos más comunes** y para qué sirven. * Usar el **protoboard** y realizar experimentos sencillos, desde hacer parpadear un LED hasta **generar sonidos**. * Comprender nociones básicas de **teoría electrónica** a través de circuitos simples. * Crear **osciladores básicos** (onda cuadrada) y controlar parámetros como el tono, el volumen y otros parámetros. * Explorar las **posibilidades de la electrónica DIY** y su aplicación en instrumentos, actuaciones o instalaciones artísticas. ### Horario, materiales y precio * **Horario:** de **18:00 a 22:00 h** * **Precio:** **56 €** * El precio incluye **todas las herramientas y materiales necesarios**, así como **el kit utilizado durante el taller, que te llevarás a casa** para seguir experimentando. ### Inscripciones Las inscripciones se realizan escribiendo a: 📩 **hola@laclandestinadepoblenou.org** *** ## Sobre el formador ### **Martí Guillem Císcar** Nacido en Valencia, Martí Guillem Císcar es un creativo heterodoxo, manipulador de aparejos sonoros, imágenes, acciones, objetos y formas. Su trabajo transforma lo cotidiano en inusual, combinando **improvisación, experimentación y DIY** de manera irreverente pero reflexiva, en propuestas mayoritariamente efímeras. Se caracteriza por un lenguaje fresco y cambiante que reflexiona sobre los hábitos sociales y la relación entre la creatividad y lo cotidiano. Ha impartido talleres en **colegios, festivales de música, hacklabs y universidades** por toda Europa. Como organizador cultural, lleva **más de 20 años** programando y proponiendo eventos. Destacan el **festival y ciclo de conciertos PinPanPun (2015–2020)** y el **colectivo Nvcli (2020–2026)**, desde los que ha organizado cientos de conciertos y actividades vinculadas a la exploración sonora.

🚀 **LeadDev Barcelona Meetup #5 – Empowering Engineering Leadership** We’re back for another edition of **LeadDev Barcelona Meetup**, tailored specifically for **tech leads, engineering managers**, and **engineering leaders** looking to sharpen their leadership skills and connect with like-minded professionals in the industry. This event is all about **leading teams, driving engineering excellence**, and exploring strategies that can help you **scale your leadership impact**. With inspiring talks from top professionals and ample networking opportunities, this is the perfect environment for learning, sharing insights, and forging connections with peers. **What can you expect?** * **Actionable leadership insights** on scaling engineering teams and improving productivity * **Networking with fellow tech leads, engineering managers**, and senior engineers * **Delicious refreshments and snacks**, courtesy of our sponsor, Manychat 📅 **Date:** 26th of Februrary 2026 ⏰ **Time:** 18:00 - 21:00 📍 **Location:** [Manychat's Barcelona Office (Carrer de Pau Claris, 194, Eixample, 08037)](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7GaVtstraiSM5fHo7) **Agenda:** 18:00 – Arrival, networking, and refreshments 18:20 – Welcome from the hosts 18:30 – Welcome from the sponsor 18:35 – **How to Speed Up a Development Team** \- Anton Zhukov\, Engineering Manager at Manychat *When deadlines tighten and expectations keep rising, speeding up the team feels like the most obvious solution. I will show which points in the development process are usually used to accelerate teams and why they tend to deliver quick results.* 19:00 - **400 Tech Leads. Same problems. None of them technical** \- Anemari Fiser \- Tech Lead trainer *After training and coaching more than 400 tech leads across companies and industries, one pattern keeps repeating: when tech leads struggle, it’s rarely a technical gap. In this talk, Anemari Fiser shares the most common challenges tech leads bring into coaching sessions - overload, unclear expectations, ownership confusion - and assumed alignment and why “getting better technically” almost never fixes them. Drawing from real coaching and training examples, the talk explores where tech leads get stuck, what they think the problem is, and the small but meaningful shifts that help them move forward.* 19:25 – Closing remarks 19:30 – Networking with Food & Drinks 21:00 – Close Spaces are limited – **RSVP to secure your spot** and join a community of engineering leaders who are shaping the future of tech! Whether you're an established engineering manager or stepping into a leadership role, **LeadDev Barcelona Meetup** will give you the tools, insights, and connections to level up your career and make a lasting impact on your teams. If you need further information or have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at: hello@leaddev.com. Here is a friendly reminder of our [Code of Conduct](https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/leaddev.com%2Fcode-conduct/d6eN/Oee1AQ/AQ/a9b371b4-7191-44ca-9609-20d7a87b5535/3/U3Fu0fY6qI) to help protect the safety of our community. We can’t wait to see you there! And don't forget to share this with your colleagues who may be interested, and keep an eye out for upcoming meetups in the following months. Thank you to our Barcelona Meetup partner Manychat!

**(CASTELLANO a continuación ENGLISH below)** **Un clàssic del senderisme a casa nostra, i una de les nostres rutes preferides: la pujada al Santuari de Queralt a través d’una espectacular circular d’12 km i 650 m de desnivell pels impressionants Cingles de Queralt, coneguts també com el “balcó de Catalunya”.** Començarem amb un bon esmorzar per agafar forces, i tot seguit posarem rumb al **Santuari de Queralt**, on **visitarem la seva venerada Mare de Déu i gaudirem d’algunes de les millors vistes de Catalunya!** La ruta és d’aquelles que enamoren: pels paisatges espectaculars de la Serra de Queralt, pels seus cingles, les roques i els boscos. Ja de baixada, descobrirem la Font Calenta —una curiosa surgència d’aigua termal— que ens acompanyarà durant uns quants quilòmetres del camí. **Tot al llarg de la caminada gaudirem d’extenses panoràmiques sobre gran part de Catalunya: Montserrat, el Collsacabra, les Guilleries, el Montseny, el Taga… i molt més!** ℹ️ **Detalls pràctics:** * **Preu:** 25 € excursió + 12 € cotxe (es paga directament al conductor/a) = **Total: 37€** * **Inclou:** guiatge per guia titulat, assegurança d'accidents + responsabilitat civil. * **Targeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutes... **1 gratuïta!** Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta * Mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya * Roba en capes (adaptable al temps) * Bastons opcionals ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! Segueix-nos i estigues al dia! * Al nostre Insta [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * a Can Facebook [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * **i uneix-te al [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) ** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **⛰️ CASTELLANO ** **Un clásico del senderismo en Catalunya, y una de nuestras rutas preferidas: la subida al Santuario de Queralt a través de un espectacular recorrido circular de 12 km y 650 m de desnivel por los impresionantes Cingles de Queralt, conocidos también como el “balcón de Cataluña”.** Comenzaremos con un buen desayuno para coger fuerzas, y a continuación pondremos rumbo al **Santuario de Queralt, donde visitaremos a su venerada Virgen y disfrutaremos de algunas de las mejores vistas de Cataluña**. La ruta es de esas que enamoran: por los paisajes espectaculares de la Sierra de Queralt, por sus riscos, rocas y bosques. Ya en el descenso, descubriremos la Font Calenta —una curiosa surgencia de agua termal— que nos acompañará durante varios kilómetros del camino. A lo largo de toda la caminata disfrutaremos de **amplias panorámicas sobre gran parte de Cataluña: Montserrat, el Collsacabra, las Guilleries, el Montseny, el Taga… ¡y mucho más!** ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 25 € excursión + 12€ coche (se paga directamente al conductor/a) = **Total: 37€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta * Mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Ropa por capas (para adaptarnos al clima) * Bastones (opcionales) ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * En Instagram [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * En Facebook [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * Y únete al ** [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) ** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **ENGLISH** **A true hiking classic in Catalunya — and one of our favourite routes: the ascent to the Sanctuary of Queralt through a spectacular 12 km circular trail with 650 m of elevation gain, along the impressive Cingles de Queralt, also known as the “Balcony of Catalonia”.** We’ll start the day with a hearty breakfast to build up some energy, and then head towards the **Sanctuary of Queralt, where we’ll visit its revered Virgin and enjoy some of the finest views in Catalonia**. This is one of those routes that truly captivate: stunning landscapes through the Queralt range, cliffs, rock formations and forests. On the way down, we’ll discover the “Font Calenta” —a curious thermal spring— that will accompany us for several kilometres. **All along the route we’ll enjoy wide panoramic views over much of Catalonia: Montserrat, Collsacabra, Les Guilleries, Montseny, Taga… and much more!** ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €25 for the hike + €12 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €37** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * **Nature Connect Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch * At least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Layered clothing (weather can change!) * Trekking poles (optional) ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. 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**TICKETS HERE ->** [https://luma.com/e1ig4i7y](https://luma.com/e1ig4i7y?tk=bMSEwU) **🌿 WILDFLOW VI — Music. Movement. Connection.** English version (Texto en español abajo)**👇** ​Imagine stepping into a space where you feel free, alive, and fully yourself. ​Where the music awakens something deep inside you. ​Where every breath, every beat, every glance around the room pulls you closer into connection — with yourself, with others, with life. ​✨ This is Wildflow. ​A 4-hour healing journey designed to leave you clearer, more connected, and full of life. **​🌿 The Journey** **​1. Connect — Heart Awakening** ​As the sun sets, we gather in ceremony with cacao. Intentions are set, hearts are opened, and breathwork guides us into presence. A sense of unity begins to grow. **​2. Dance — Rhythmic Flow** ​The music invites movement: organic, tribal, and ethnic sounds that evolve into deep electronic rhythms. No choreography, no expectations — only freedom. The dancefloor is alive, constantly transforming as the night deepens. **​3. Heal — Energetic Release** ​What begins in grounded presence swells into intensity. The beats rise, the energy expands, the dancefloor becomes a temple of release and raw expression. You’re invited to let go, to discover new layers of yourself in the rhythm. **​4. Integrate — Reflective Landing** ​As the music softens, the collective energy settles. The dancefloor shifts again — from primal fire to gentle grounding. You leave balanced, uplifted, and renewed. **​💫 Why It’s Different** ​That moment of openness you usually chase with substances? ​At Wildflow, it happens naturally. ​Through breath, cacao, music, and trust, you find yourself dropping your guard, moving with abandon, and connecting in a way that feels real, alive, and lasting. ​No alcohol. No drugs. No muchrooms. Just presence, rhythm, and pure human energy. ​✨ Come alone or with friends — you’ll be welcomed into a safe space where connection happens naturally, and you won’t leave alone. **​🎶 Your Invitation** ​Wildflow is not just a night out. ​It’s a dancefloor with intention — a space where your natural essence takes the lead. ​Join us, and remember how good it feels to be fully awake, fully alive, and fully connected. ​📸 Follow us on Instagram for exclusive sneak peeks! 👀✨ ​https://www.instagram.com/wildflow.ofc **​Meet the Hosts, DJs & Guest Artists** **​• Henk Schepens** ​Entrepreneur, Trauma-informed Space Holder & Visionary DJ ​**Instagram**: @henksky ​Henk’s journey of self-discovery and healing is deeply connected to the transformative power of music. Seeing its potential to unlock new levels of connection and growth, he is passionate about developing concepts that harness music’s healing energy. As a natural idea generator, Henk channels his experiences into meaningful projects that inspire and create space for exploration and self-awareness. **​• Jazmin Gattyan** ​Cacao Ceremony & Meditation Guide, Space Holder & Yoga Teacher ​**Instagram**: @jaz_happynest ​Jazmin works with ceremonial cacao as a sacred medicine for the heart—an ally that opens the doorway to presence, clarity, and authentic connection. Her ceremonies weave together cacao, guided meditation, and intentional ritual, creating a grounded space for reflection, release, and renewal. She invites participants to deepen their relationship with themselves, align with their inner wisdom, and connect with the collective energy of the group. Each ceremony is an invitation to return to balance, harmony, and heart-centered living. **​• DJ HNKS (Belgium)** ​Instagram: @hnks_music ​HNKS is a Belgian-born DJ with deep roots in Europe's electronic music heritage, HNKS has evolved into a globally recognized artist who brings his distinctive sound to dance floors worldwide. HNKS is known for blending innovative electronic music styles to drive the dance floor to new heights. ​• Guest Artists ​We’ll also invite special guest facilitators and artists , adding another layer of creativity and inspiration to the night. **​✨ Tiered Pricing & Community Support** ​Every WildFlow gathering is more than a dance floor — it’s a journey we co-create together. Each detail is carefully crafted: a beautiful venue, a high-end sound system with sub-woofer, ceremonial cacao, fresh fruits and spring water, and immersive décor that turns the space into a living, breathing and wild atmosphere. ​To make this possible — and keep it accessible — we use a tiered pricing system: ​€25 — Early Bird ​For the first visionaries who help bring the experience to life from the very start. ​€30 — 1st Release ​Join as the next wave of co-creators as the energy builds. ​€35 — 2nd Release ​Secure your place before we reach full flow. ​€40 — Last Chance (final week) ​For those who feel the call just before the event. ​A production with this level of intention, sound, and artistry would normally cost €75 or more, but we intentionally keep prices low to make the experience accessible and to invite you to be part of something new. ​When you join early, you’re not just saving on your ticket — you’re supporting the artists, the production, and the atmosphere that make WildFlow so unique. ​Your presence is more than a ticket — it’s an act of creation, helping shape a new culture of gathering rooted in connection, beauty, and the unifying power of music. **​Important Guidelines** **​1. Substance-Free Space 🚫🍷** ​• We maintain a strictly substance-free environment to promote clarity, genuine connection, and collective well-being. Please respect this policy by refraining from alcohol, recreational drugs, or other intoxicants. **​2. Respect & Inclusivity 🌈🤝** ​• Everyone is welcome. Treat all attendees with kindness and openness. Harassment, discrimination, or any form of harm will not be tolerated. **​3. Consent & Boundaries ✋✅** ​• Ask before engaging in any physical contact. If someone says “no,” please honor that without question. **​4. Dress Comfortably 👕🩳🧦** ​• Wear clothing that allows free movement and expression. Let your outfit reflect your energy—whether it’s sensual, wild, or uniquely original to you. Layers can help you transition from energetic dance to a calm cooldown. There is a no-shoe policy inside 🦶 **​5. Minimize Phone Use 📵✨** ​• This is a space for genuine human interaction. If possible, keep photos and videos to a minimum. Stay present in the shared experience. **​6. Arrive Early ⏰🌿** ​• The doors open at **6:30 PM**. ​• The journey start at 7:00 PM sharp! ​• The doors close at 7:30 PM, and we do not offer refunds for late arrivals. ​The opening ceremony sets the tone for the entire evening. Aim to arrive on time to fully participate in the grounding ritual. **​7. Stay Hydrated & Take Breaks 💦🍉** ​• Dancing and movement can be intense. Feel free to take a break for water, rest, fresh air, or to enjoy some fresh 100% organic local farmer fruit whenever you need. ​• We kindly discourage stepping out to smoke 🚭 and instead invite you to consider whether it’s worth interrupting your experience. **​8. Share the Energy 🔥🕺💃** ​• This event thrives on collective spirit. Engage with new people, explore the art installations, and let your energy flow freely on the dance floor. **​9. Leave No Trace 🌍🗑️** ​• Help us keep the venue clean and beautiful. Dispose of trash properly, and if you see any litter, feel free to pick it up. **​10. Honor the Transition 🌅💫** ​• As the event winds down, take a moment to reflect, integrate, and carry the experience with you beyond the dance floor. **​📸 Follow us on Instagram for exclusive sneak peeks! 👀✨** ​https://www.instagram.com/wildflow.ofc ​ **​FAQ – WildFlow** **​What is WildFlow?** ​WildFlow is a 4-hour transformative journey that blends ceremonial practices, ecstatic dance, and soulful connection. It’s a substance-free experience designed to open your heart, reconnect you with your authentic self, and create deep connections with others—all through music, movement, and community. **​How would you describe the music style at WildFlow?** ​The music at WildFlow flows from organic, tribal, and ethnic sounds into deep electronic rhythms, evolving into progressive and melodic techno. It’s a sonic journey that merges ancestral roots with futuristic soundscapes—earthy, soulful, and electrifying at the same time. **​Is WildFlow a sober event?** ​Yes! WildFlow is a strictly substance-free environment. We invite you to access deeper layers of yourself naturally, without the influence of alcohol, recreational drugs, or other intoxicants. This creates a safe, clear, and truly transformative space for everyone. **​Do I need dance experience to join?** ​Not at all. There are no steps to learn, no choreography to follow. WildFlow is about free, authentic movement. Simply come as you are and move however you feel called. **​What should I wear?** ​Wear comfortable clothes that allow free movement and expression. See guidelines. **​What should I bring?** ​A reusable water bottle ​Comfortable clothing and layers ​An open heart and mind ​Minimal personal belongings (to stay light and free) **​Can I arrive late?** ​We strongly encourage you to arrive on time. The opening ceremony is an essential part of setting the energy and intention for the evening. Doors close at 7:30 PM sharp, and late arrivals will not be permitted entry (no refunds for late arrivals). **​Is photography allowed during the event?** ​We kindly ask you to minimize phone use and photography. WildFlow is about being present and connected in the moment. If you do take a photo, please be respectful of others’ privacy and the collective atmosphere. **​Will there be food and drinks available?** ​We’ll provide ceremonial cacao at the start and offer water and fresh fruits throughout the night to keep you hydrated and nourished. **​How can I stay connected after the event?** ​Follow us on Instagram @wildflow.ofc for exclusive sneak peeks, updates, and future event announcements. We also welcome your feedback to keep shaping WildFlow into a vibrant and evolving space! ***ESPAÑOL*** Imagina entrar en un espacio donde te sientes libre, vivo/a y completamente tú. Donde la música despierta algo profundo en tu interior. Donde cada respiración, cada beat y cada mirada a tu alrededor te acercan más a la conexión — contigo, con los demás, con la vida. ✨ **Esto es Wildflow.** Un **healing journey** de 4 horas diseñado para que salgas con más claridad, más conexión y lleno/a de vida. *** ## 🌿 El Journey ### 1\. Conectar — Apertura del Corazón Al atardecer, nos reunimos en ceremonia con cacao. Se establecen intenciones, los corazones se abren y el breathwork nos guía hacia la presencia. Comienza a crecer una sensación profunda de unidad. ### 2\. Bailar — Rhythmic Flow La música invita al movimiento: sonidos orgánicos, tribales y étnicos que evolucionan hacia ritmos electrónicos profundos. Sin coreografías, sin expectativas — solo libertad. El **dancefloor** está vivo y se transforma constantemente a medida que la noche avanza. ### 3\. Sanar — Energetic Release Lo que comienza en una presencia enraizada se intensifica. Los beats suben, la energía se expande y el dancefloor se convierte en un templo de liberación y expresión auténtica. Estás invitado/a a soltar y descubrir nuevas capas de ti en el ritmo. ### 4\. Integrar — Reflective Landing Cuando la música se suaviza, la energía colectiva se asienta. El dancefloor vuelve a transformarse — del fuego primal al enraizamiento suave. Te vas equilibrado/a, elevado/a y renovado/a. *** ## 💫 Por qué es diferente ¿Ese momento de apertura que normalmente se persigue con sustancias? En **Wildflow**, sucede de forma natural. A través de la respiración, el cacao, la música y la confianza, bajas la guardia, te mueves con libertad y conectas de una manera real, viva y duradera. 🚫 **Sin alcohol. Sin drogas. Sin mushrooms.** Solo presencia, ritmo y pura energía humana. ✨ Ven solo/a o con amigos — serás bienvenido/a a un espacio seguro donde la conexión ocurre de forma natural, y no te irás solo/a. *** ## 🎶 Tu Invitación Wildflow no es solo una night out. Es un **dancefloor con intención** — un espacio donde tu esencia natural toma el liderazgo. Únete y recuerda lo bien que se siente estar completamente despierto/a, vivo/a y conectado/a. 📸 Síguenos en Instagram para sneak peeks exclusivos 👀✨ [https://www.instagram.com/wildflow.ofc](https://www.instagram.com/wildflow.ofc) *** ## Meet the Hosts, DJs & Guest Artists ### • Henk Schepens **Entrepreneur, Trauma-informed Space Holder & Visionary DJ** Instagram: @henksky El journey de autodescubrimiento y sanación de Henk está profundamente conectado con el poder transformador de la música. Al ver su potencial para desbloquear nuevos niveles de conexión y crecimiento, se apasiona por crear conceptos que canalizan la energía sanadora de la música. Como generador natural de ideas, Henk convierte sus experiencias en proyectos con sentido que inspiran exploración y autoconciencia. ### • Jazmin Gattyan **Cacao Ceremony & Meditation Guide, Space Holder & Yoga Teacher** Instagram: @jaz_happynest Jazmin trabaja con cacao ceremonial como medicina sagrada para el corazón — un aliado que abre la puerta a la presencia, la claridad y la conexión auténtica. Sus ceremonias entrelazan cacao, meditación guiada y ritual intencional, creando un espacio enraizado para la reflexión, la liberación y la renovación. Cada ceremonia es una invitación a volver al equilibrio, la armonía y una vida centrada en el corazón. ### • DJ HNKS (Belgium) Instagram: @hnks_music DJ belga con profundas raíces en la herencia electrónica europea. HNKS ha evolucionado hasta convertirse en un artista reconocido a nivel global, llevando su sonido distintivo a dancefloors de todo el mundo. Es conocido por fusionar estilos electrónicos innovadores y llevar la pista a nuevos niveles de intensidad. ### • Guest Artists También invitaremos facilitadores y artistas especiales, añadiendo una capa extra de creatividad e inspiración a la noche. *** ## ✨ Tiered Pricing & Community Support Cada encuentro WildFlow es más que un dancefloor — es un journey que co-creamos juntos. Cada detalle está cuidadosamente diseñado: un venue hermoso, sound system de alta calidad con sub-woofer, cacao ceremonial, frutas frescas y agua de manantial, y una decoración inmersiva que convierte el espacio en una atmósfera viva, salvaje y en movimiento. Para hacerlo posible y mantenerlo accesible, utilizamos un sistema de precios escalonados: **€25 — Early Bird** Para los primeros visionarios que apoyan el proyecto desde el inicio. **€30 — 1st Release** Únete como la siguiente ola de co-creadores mientras la energía crece. **€35 — 2nd Release** Asegura tu plaza antes de llegar al full flow. **€40 — Last Chance (última semana)** Para quienes sienten el llamado justo antes del evento. Una producción con este nivel de intención, sonido y arte normalmente costaría €75 o más, pero mantenemos los precios bajos de forma consciente para que la experiencia sea accesible y para invitarte a formar parte de algo nuevo. Tu presencia es más que una entrada — es un acto de creación. *** ## Important Guidelines 1. **Substance-Free Space** 🚫🍷 Espacio estrictamente libre de alcohol y drogas para favorecer claridad y conexión genuina. 2. **Respeto & Inclusividad** 🌈🤝 Todo el mundo es bienvenido. No se tolera ningún tipo de acoso o discriminación. 3. **Consent & Boundaries** ✋✅ Pregunta antes de cualquier contacto físico. Un “no” siempre se respeta. 4. **Dress Comfortably** 👕🩳🧦 Ropa cómoda para moverte libremente. No-shoe policy inside 🦶 5. **Minimize Phone Use** 📵✨ Este es un espacio para la presencia real. 6. **Arrive Early** ⏰🌿 Puertas: 18:30 Inicio del journey: 19:00 puntual Puertas cierran: 19:30 (sin reembolsos) 7. **Stay Hydrated & Take Breaks** 💦🍉 Agua y fruta fresca disponibles durante toda la noche. 8. **Share the Energy** 🔥🕺💃 Conecta, explora y deja que la energía fluya. 9. **Leave No Trace** 🌍🗑️ Cuidemos juntos el espacio. 10. **Honor the Transition** 🌅💫 Integra la experiencia y llévala contigo más allá del dancefloor. 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/wildflow.ofc](https://www.instagram.com/wildflow.ofc)

**Welcome to the inaugural meeting of the International Relations / Foreign Policy Group Columbus!** This group brings together students, professionals, academics, and anyone interested in global affairs, diplomacy, and geopolitics. Our first meetup will be an informal discussion focused on current international developments and global trends. This is a great opportunity to: • Meet others interested in international relations and foreign policy • Discuss current global events and geopolitical developments • Exchange perspectives and ideas in a respectful environment • Build a network of globally minded individuals in Central Ohio (Columbus and periphery) **Discussion topics may include:** * Strategic planning for the group and the way forward * US foreign policy priorities in 2026 * Major geopolitical developments (Europe, Asia, Middle East) * Global security and strategic competition * International economic and diplomatic trends No prior expertise is required—everyone is welcome, whether you're a student, professional, or simply interested in world affairs. **This will be a casual, friendly, and intellectually engaging conversation.** I look forward to meeting everyone and building a strong international relations / foreign policy community in Central Ohio.

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation* Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification. You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written. This talk will cover: --What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t) --How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows --Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development --Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects. **YouTube Link** TBA

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Join us and work remotely together with like-minded UX folks. This is a last minute opportunity to get out at one of our favorites, [Junto](https://thejuntohotel.com/)! Plenty of seating is available in addition to a connected coffee shop and restaurant. I will be there 10-12 for sure, maybe longer. Feel free to come and go anytime during the day, and don't forget your charger and headphones!

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas

**Web Design Decoded: Tools, Practices, and Proven Processes:** **Semantic HTML** At WebDev Columbus, we are exploring some of the most important topics of professional high-end web design and page building. Primarily focused on site building in the WordPress environment, our group explores tools, tips, and techniques for building the best WordPress sites possible. Additionally, we focus on disciplines and technologies that take website design from visually appealing to optimized spaces for delivering you and/or your client's message effectively and with a nod towards extended reach. Each session combines practical demonstrations with real-world insights, giving you actionable knowledge you can apply immediately. Whether you're a seasoned developer looking to enhance your design skills or a newcomer wanting to understand design best practices, this series offers valuable insights for every skill level. **What to expect:** * Hands-on demonstrations of popular design tools * Best practices for design-to-development workflows * Tips for creating responsive, accessible designs * Real-world problem-solving scenarios * Interactive Q&A sessions * Networking opportunities with fellow developers **Each meetup features:** 60 minutes of focused presentation 30 minutes of live demonstrations 30 minutes for questions and discussion **See you there!** Our casual, collaborative environment encourages learning from both presenters and fellow attendees. Bring your questions, share your experiences, and connect with Central Ohio's web development community! **Stay tuned for specific session topics and dates.**

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