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๐ฌ๐ง๐ช๐ธ๐ซ๐ท๐ฏ๐ต๐ฎ๐น OUTSIDE ๐โ๏ธ๐ฅ Global Language Social ๐ฉ๐ช๐ง๐ท๐จ๐ณ๐ฐ๐ท๐ช๐ฌ
**PLEASE READ ๐**
**๐ฌ๐ง๐ช๐ธ๐ซ๐ท๐ฏ๐ต๐ฎ๐น๐ฉ๐ช๐ฎ๐ณ๐จ๐ณ๐ง๐ท๐ฐ๐ท๐ช๐ฌ๐บ๐ธ๐ท๐บ๐ฆ๐บ๐ต๐ฑ**Join us on **Friday** for our always popular global language exchange and social.
We"re **Languages in London** the highest rated ๐ international language exchange group in London with 1700+ reviews rated 5 stars โญโญโญโญโญ
TO ATTEND THIS EVENT YOU **MUST:**
๐ Have your Meetup confirmation visible on your phone when you arrive.
๐ Collect & wear your languages badge as soon as you arrive BEFORE buying your drinks
๐Pay the ยฃ2 event fee. **The event fee is ยฃ6 if you arrive after 8:30pm**
Then, start meeting the community and having fun...lots of fun!
[www.languages.london](www.languages.london)
**WHEN & WHERE**
On Friday from 7pm at The Craft Beer Co, St Mary Axe.
**Address: 29-31 Mitre Street, London, EC3A 5BU**
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/49HnHGap8hQMbQNWA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/49HnHGap8hQMbQNWA)
**HOW WE DO IT**
It's simple ....
โด๏ธWhen you arrive please collect and wear your personalised languages badge. We'll be waiting to give you a warm welcome ๐
โด๏ธWear your badge during the event and always return it before you leave โป๏ธ
โด๏ธYou're expected to buy something from the bar to support the venue, who kindly offer us a dedicated space.
๐ท๐ด๐ฎ๐ท๐น๐ผ๐ต๐น๐จ๐ฆ๐จ๐ด๐ธ๐ฆ๐น๐ท๐บ๐ฆ๐ญ๐ฐ๐ฑ๐ง๐ธ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ณ๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ท
**WHO**
Languages in London events are organised for our community - being social, making new friends, building cultural bridges and always very relaxed. We have the largest number of languages and countries represented in our weekly language exchange and social events in London.
This is **not** a dating event.
Our events are open to Internationals, Locals, Expats, Students, Travellers...Everyone!
Are you an 18 to 24 year old? Come and explore our events.
Our events are for a truly global community and citizens from around the ๐ It's your international language hub in London ๐
Is this the Intercambio you've been looking for? Want to practice your ingles, espanol,p francais, italiano, Deutsch, portugues or other European languages? Asian languages? Or maybe prefer to only speak English ....that's just fine.
**All languages and all fluency levels are welcome** Spread the word...Bring your friends, colleagues and family ๐
๐ฒ๐ฆ๐น๐ญ๐ฐ๐ช๐ต๐ช๐ณ๐ฟ๐จ๐ญ๐ฌ๐ท๐ญ๐บ๐ป๐ช๐ณ๐ฌ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ฐ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ด๐ฎ๐ช
The creator and organiser of **Languages in London - Girish**, will always be visible at the event and there to support you and help with introductions, if you prefer.
We want to remain the **BEST** language events group in London, being the biggest isn't our focus.
These are real events with real people. We don't fill our events with inflated numbers and fictitious attendees ๐ป
**โ ๏ธInactive community members and those that "no-show" at our events are regularly removed from our groupโ ๏ธ**
**LANGUAGES**
Here's a selection of some of the languages that our community speak or have been practicing ... English, Spanish (incl Latin American), French, Italian, Portuguese (incl Brazilian), German, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), Russian, Korean, Hindi, Turkish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Polish, Hebrew, Swedish, Bulgarian, Vietnamese, Hungarian, Bengali, Dutch, Catalan, Farsi, Greek, Urdu, Welsh, Romanian, Norwegian, Czech, Slovak, Estonian, Danish, Finnish, Turkmen, Latvian, Lithuanian, Nepali, Yoruba, Filipino, Thai, Albanian, Croatian, Serbian, Ebo, Afrikaans, Tamazight, Tagalog, Creole, Malagasy, Mongolian, Tigrinya, Tok Pisin and more... you get the idea!
๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐ง๐ช๐ต๐ญ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ช๐ช๐ต๐ธ๐ช๐ฌ๐ณ๐ด๐ฌ๐ญ๐ต๐ท๐ฒ๐พ๐ป๐ณ๐ช๐จ๐ฟ๐ฆ
**SUSTAINABLE** ๐๐ณ
Like you, we really care about our planet.
We don't like single use paper name tags, stickers or wristbands as they can't be reused or recycled and can even damage your clothing โน๏ธ
The Solution?.Our personalised and completely reusable Languages in London badges! ๐
So, please make sure you return your badge before you leave the event. We'll sanitise it (anti bacterial & disinfectant cleaners) and use it again & again & again. Thanks for helping us do the right thing & keep our costs down๐
**SAFE SPACE FOR EVERYONE** ๐ฎโโ๏ธ****
- We don't tolerate prejudice or harassment of any kind, at any time.
- Be polite and respectful to everyone else and they will reciprocate.
- Let's keep the space safe, welcoming for everyone and free of any political agendas.
- Please report any concerns to the Organiser immediately.
- Please look after your belongings, the venue is a public place.
We may take photos or video at the event for future promotional use. Let us know if you'd rather not be included, we respect your choice ๐ธ
**SPREAD THE WORD** ๐ฃ๏ธ๐ฌ**
If you enjoy our events, please tell your friends and colleagues and help us grow your** community, thank you โฅ๏ธ
Join our community - [https://www.languages.london/](https://www.languages.london/)
We're looking forward to welcoming you at **Languages in London** ๐๐
๐จ๐ฑ๐ต๐ฐ๐จ๐พ๐ฒ๐ฉ๐ฐ๐ฟ๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐น๐ฒ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ต๐ธ๐ฆ๐ฟ๐ฌ๐น๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ธ๐ฐ๐จ๐ฉ๐ญ๐ท๐น๐ฟ๐ง๐ด๐ถ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ณ๐ต๐ง๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐น๐ฏ๐ฆ๐ช๐ฆ๐ฑ๐ฏ๐ด๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ฑ๐น๐ฑ๐ป๐ฐ๐ญ๐ฒ๐ณ๐ฌ๐ช๐ฆ๐ซ๐ฒ๐ด๐จ๐บ๐ฉ๐ด๐ญ๐ณ๐ง๐พ๐บ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐บ๐ธ๐ด๐ต๐พ๐น๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ธ๐ต๐ฌ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ช๐น๐ธ๐ป๐ท๐ช๐พ๐ช๐ฌ๐ฑ๐
๐๐๐ฉ Friday Social in Wonderland ๐ An Alice-inspired Soirรฉe
NOTE: there's NO dress code to participate, but we'll be extra impressed if you come in Alice-inspired styles (costumes, gothic, vintage, or playful colours!)! More importantly, just join for the good vibes!!
**It's "Alice in Wonderland Day" again and here at World Citizens we do a unique social every year themed after the tales and magic of Alice.** Join this midsummer Friday escape to somewhere slightly surreal: themed lighting, curious objects, and conversations that might just bend time โจ No tea party required - just bring your curiosity.
Want to meet friendly people, unwind after a busy week, and connect with curious minds from around the world in a relaxed setting? Youโve come to the right place! Our Friday Socials are the warm, conversation-friendly alternative to the typical night out. Whether you're new to London or have been here for years, you're very welcome!
๐ฌ **What to Expect**
* A calm, elegant venue that makes it easy to meet new people
* Friendly, international guests (mostly 20sโ30s) who value openness and curiosity
* Thoughtful conversation, warm energy, and possibly an after-party if the mood is right
*We typically host 50โ80 people each week, and many attendees return regularly!*
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โฐ **Timing:** Arrive anytime from 7:00 PM. Most people stay until 11:30PM or head to the after-party!
๐ **Location:** A venue connected to Alice in Wonderland history near Tower Hill (3 min walk from the station).
The Ship Tower Hill,
3 Hart St,
EC3R 7NB
*(Closest stations: Tower Hill, Tower Gateway DLR, Fenchurch Street)*
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**Who It's For**
* You're new to London or simply want to expand your circle.
* You enjoy thoughtful, informal conversation.
* You want a social space that isnโt dominated by loud music or heavy drinking (though drinks are optional!).
**We proudly encourage diversity at our events!**
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๐งญ **Three Simple Guidelines**
1. Be respectful of everyone and their space and boundaries.
2. Come with a friendly, open attitude.
3. Enjoy without judgment.
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๐โโ๏ธ **Want to Help or Get Involved?**
Weโre always looking for warm, welcoming people to help greet newcomers and grow this special community.
๐ฉ Ask the host or message "TP" if youโd like to get involved.
๐ **Explore More**
Love this vibe? We also run:
* **Saturday Cafรฉ in Chelsea** โ - perfect for deeper chats over coffee
* **Walks, museum visits & more** \- to discover London together\!
Keep an eye on our main [World Citizens events page](https://www.meetup.com/worldcitizen/) for whatโs coming up next.
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**DISCLAIMER:** We are a 100% volunteer-run team. Despite careful planning and structure this is a private informal activity, so we cannot be liable for any damage or inconvenience. However, we put safety and comfort first. We take all complaints seriously, and take severe action against any form of harassment, verbal or non-verbal, and anti-social behaviour. We collaborate with the police if needed. We take photos and videos which may include you to help promote the community in line with GDPR Data Protection law, as well as stock photos from Pexels or Unsplash. We may restrict or prioritize guests at our own discretion for safety, quality and logistics reasons. While our admin decisions may not always be perfect we ask that you follow our decisions first and raise any disputes to discuss with us later and privately. By attending you understand, agree with and respect all terms of this disclaimer.
Gigs & Drinks ๐๐ป @The Water Rats - Explode The TV (Ticketed)
๐ ***Something is happeningโฆ***
***The best way I can describe it is like one member said to me:***
***โTim - Itโs like freshers week, every week, but better, with bands and stuffโฆโ***
and thatโs how itโs been over the last 7 years since we created this group. Itโs honestly the most fun weโve had and Iโm inviting everyone of you because somethingโs been happening for a while now and you just donโt know about itโฆItโs a Showcase of some of the Best London bands playing their music in London - and itโs also a MEETUP group, so you can watch the gig with a mix of regular members and newcomers. Feel free to come on your own or bring your friends and meet new people. Look for the โMEETUP SIGNโ or ask the Host on the Door when you arrive. Itโs an awesome line-up and at one of the Top Venues in London - Great place for a beer, meet new people and see some amazing unsigned bands! ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ป
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โผ๏ธ **THE ULTIMATE LONDON GIG MEETUP!** โผ๏ธ
**LONDON MUSIC SHOWCASE Presents:**
**The WATERATS in KINGS CROSS**
July 3rd FRIDAY
[EXPLODE THE TV](https://www.submithub.com/link/explode-the-tv?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn0kaoMziEDS7C4FhxzUs8ukTctkfklmyWC9tRyYk2xGUO2jdfRI9ECwBJon4_aem_494UZN_aK8RMg5Mjy6hiBw) \- Headliner
[THE NEVERSHEDS](https://www.instagram.com/the.neversheds?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)
[TRAINWRECK](https://linktr.ee/trainwreck.band?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8bc68278-955e-4f1c-90b6-d429b1a72340)
[YOUR FAVORITE LEECH](https://linktr.ee/yourfavoriteleech?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=c7b215a9-d539-4f0a-aa8b-c09d249a6fcf "https://linktr.ee/yourfavoriteleech?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=c7b215a9-d539-4f0a-aa8b-c09d249a6fcf")
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There arenโt enough emojis for this, so Iโll keep it simple: **BE THERE.**
If youโve been to the MEET-UPS over the last 7 years, youโll know what itโs all about so come down, bring your friends, bring your foes, cancel your wedding, book Granny out of the retirement home. Whatever it takes, she wonโt want miss it ๐๐ป
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**WHATSAPP GROUP:**
Weโre a friendly mix; English, French, Australian, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish and Japanese people so Iโm sure you will meet someone that shares a passion for Rocking Music. Don't worry if attendance looks low, we are meeting other Meetup / WhatsApp / Facebook Groups and a lot of my friends don't RSVP. I can also add you to the Eventโs **WHATSAPP GROUP** if you are interested in joining - Just message me your number.
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\*\*\*IMPORTANT\*\*\*
This is a TICKETED EVENT:
If you would like to come, simply message me directly through this Group and I will send you the details on how to download a DISCOUNTED TICKET (Click my profile - there is an icon at the top for Private Messages)
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**DISCLAIMER:**
I work for the Venue / Promoters. Itโs just for fun nights and meeting people. We are not responsible for you or your belongings. By attending this event you agree to waiver liability for the Host :) Please bring ID to events as some are 18+. You may appear in photos/videos of the gig. Thank you
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All Gig Meetups here ๐โผ๏ธ๐
[https://dice.fm/promoters/london-music-showcase-6ko3](https://dice.fm/promoters/london-music-showcase-6ko3)
[https://www.instagram.com/londonmusicshowcase/](https://www.instagram.com/londonmusicshowcase/)
[https://www.meetup.com/London-Music-Showcase-Gigs-Drinks/](https://www.meetup.com/London-Music-Showcase-Gigs-Drinks/)
[https://www.facebook.com/LondonMusicShowcase](https://www.facebook.com/LondonMusicShowcase)
Intermediate & Above
3hrs ยฃ15
Location: Ark Walworth Academy
Shorncliffe Rd, London SE1 5UJ
There will be 24 hours cancellation policy. If you can't make it please update your RSVP 24 hours before the session. Anytime under 24 hours and you will be responsible for paying for the session.
The session fee is ยฃ15 per 3 hours
make a payment to:
Monzo Personal account
Alvin John Rompe
Sort code: 04-00-04
acct number: 29786770
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Practical Philosophy Club Meetup - London ๐ฌ๐ง
**๐๏ธ WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?**
Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no โofficialโ philosophy knowledge required! ๐
Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic.
Please note that RSVP via the meetup app is mandatory, including for any people you bring along with you so we and the venue have headcount and know who is with us.
The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community ๐
๐ **HOW DOES IT WORK?**
Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6fqS6HGujq8gb3a0kl5pS), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going.
When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, itโs important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture.
**General Meeting Agenda**
Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline:
* 14:00-14.15 - Arrive, take a seat so there is 4-7 ppl per table. Shuffle around if you want to sit at a different table to meet new faces, and do your table introductions. This is also when I check people in on the Meetup app. RSVP for you and any guests is mandatory.
* 14:15-14:20 - Once everyone has been checked in on the Meetup app, I will give a short explainer on what PPC is about, read the guidelines, introduce topicโs jump-off points.
* 14:20-15:20 - Kick off with general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the โjump-offโ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. Itโs not obligatory to answer them.
* 15:20-15:30 - We typically take a group photo. If you don't want to be in the group photo, there's no pressure, it's just a way to close out the meeting. We occasionally have an unofficial social so the different groups can mingle afterwards too, usually in the park with a board-game or we continue out discussions and hear what members on other tables discussed!
**๐งงPRICING?**
Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend, and we operate on donations.
If you'd like to donate to support our running costs, that helps keep our group self-sustaining. Donations are 100% voluntary, but your contribution is appreciated! QR codes to donate will be present.
Teaโs and coffees and are paid by the individual should they wish to have them.
**๐ WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY**
๐ฃ โI feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting whatโs right and wrongโ - Ekam
๐ฃ โI got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.โ - Daniel
**๐ค FAQ**
* What will we talk about? What's the topic?
The topic for the week is shared every week in the Whatsapp group before the session. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you donโt see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6fqS6HGujq8gb3a0kl5pS).
* Do I need to study or read anything to attend?
No preparation is necessary. This isnโt a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and weโll discuss it, but it's not required.
* Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on?
The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school.
* Is it mostly men that attend?
Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we donโt meet in any dark rooms.
* Can I come alone?
Of course you can, we encourage it :)
* Can I be late?
Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation.
* Where do you meet?
The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6fqS6HGujq8gb3a0kl5pS) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/).
๐ค**POLICY**
To respect our members privacy, we ask that no one privately message a member without first getting explicit consent. (This looks like speaking in person and being asked to message privately.) Contacting or texting other participants without prior consent is not permitted and may result in removal from the group. Practical Philosophy reserves the right to enforce this policy at its discretion to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
**PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** โจ
Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in 25+ countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! ๐บ๏ธ
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Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6fqS6HGujq8gb3a0kl5pS) ๐
Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/?hl=en) ๐
Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club) ๐
Let's Discuss... Do we need privacy?
When people know they are being watched, by governments, corporations, or even those closest to them, something shifts. They begin to self-censor, to soften their opinions, to avoid behaviors that might invite judgment. Gradually, the performance becomes the person. What starts as caution hardens into habit, and habit reshapes identity.
Without privacy, people are not acting from genuine values or beliefs. They are playing to an audience they can never fully see. A society built on constant surveillance may appear orderly on the surface, but beneath that order lies something quieter and more corrosive: anxiety, conformity, and the slow erosion of the self. When we lose the ability to exist unobserved, we lose something essential about what it means to be free.
Is privacy a right, or is it a luxury?
Can you freely think if you know someone is watching?
Would you trade your privacy for safety?
Here is a video you may like: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7JWIhJG5Xw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7JWIhJG5Xw)
*Please do your own research and share resources related to this topic in the comments below.*
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Stay connected between sessions: [https://t.me/+o9T9DL5u6AcwMmRk](https://t.me/+o9T9DL5u6AcwMmRk)
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**About the session**
The Examined Life "Let's Discussโฆ" session is an open, welcoming discussion, no prior reading or expertise required.
Format:
* **13:15** Free-flowing group discussion on the topic
* **14:00 (ish)** We split into smaller groups for deeper conversation on what interests you most
* **16:00** Official end of the meetup. Most attendees stay on and keep chatting until around 18:00
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Please update your RSVP if plans change, it helps us plan and frees up spots for others.
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**Artwork:** The False Mirror 1929 by Renรฉ Magritte
Saturday Socialising for Therapists
As therapists, we spend all week holding space for others - but who holds space for us?
Whether you are fully established, just starting out, or a trainee, we would love to invite you to a relaxed, completely free social morning. No formal networking pitches, no hidden agendas - just a cup of coffee or tea, and the chance to meet fellow practitioners in the Bexleyheath area.
โข **When**: Saturday\, 4th of July \| 10:00 AM โ 12:00 PM \(Drop\-in anytime\!\)
โข **Where**: 206 Broadway Therapy Rooms, 206 Broadway, Bexleyheath, DA6 7BD
โข **Cost**: Free (Complimentary teas, coffees)
โข **Who**: Counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches, and wellbeing practitioners.
Come along to offload, share experiences, make new peer connections, or simply enjoy a hot drink in a quiet space with people who "get it."
We canโt wait to welcome you!
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Stop Guessing: How to Measure and Improve LLM Outputs
Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it โseems good,โ and move on.
That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable.
In this talk, weโll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. Weโll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork.
This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it.
Weโll cover:
* Why โit looks goodโ is not enough
* How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints
* How to compare LLM outputs more systematically
* Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness
* How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results
* Where automated evaluation works โ and where humans still need to stay in the loop
By the end, youโll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve.
LOGISTICS AND PARKING:
The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks!
The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
Directing and Lighting Your Shoot
**Donโt miss your opportunity to learn from a duo with over 16 years of experience combined. During this demonstration event, you can expect to learn how to direct and guide your creative vision through lighting and communication to your model. We guarantee you will leave this event feeling more confident to try new lighting set ups to match up with your anticipated outcome. Finding the right way to express your vision is key to getting your model to pose accordingly, so we got you there too! To take this even further, think about signing up for a tutorial spot following the demonstration.**
***Note: this is a demonstration event only, you will not shoot your own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.***
**Following the demonstration will be a tutorial/coaching event - sign up separately if you are interested at**
https://calendar.app.google/ZcHb4CQB2rrV3U7j9
**Save and book both for $199 (discounted from $215; the discount will be applied on the Tutorial invoice).**
BeComing Circle Initiates
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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
Azure CBUS July
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/
IxDA Chat n Pancakes
You can sleep in on the Sesquicentennial (observed), weโre shifting to the following Friday.
But join the local UX community for a chat and some biscuits to catch up. If you were in CA for Figma Config, tell us all the lines and you can tell me how I can animate an SVG without coding it by hand, and why Iโd even want to.
Thanks to the team at Nationwide of supporting the group.



























