Courses and Workshops

Join us for a two-day Botanical Watercolour experience, where we’ll step out of the studio and into two *almost hidden* gardens in Friedrichshain to paint plants directly from life 🌿 Over two days, we’ll meet in two different, *almost hidden* gardens in Friedrichshain—quiet green corners of the city where we can slow down, observe, and paint plants directly from life. Think wild flowers, textured leaves, unexpected shapes, shifting light… and the simple joy of painting outdoors. This is more than just a meet-up: **it’s a guided class designed to help you grow your skills while you enjoy the process.** We’ll start each session exploring essential watercolour techniques—wet-on-wet, layering, colour mixing, and transparency—and then apply them to what we see around us. You’ll learn how to approach different types of plants, how to simplify complex forms, and which techniques and effects work best for each subject. No experience needed—just curiosity, and a love for plants, light, and slow summer days 🌱 The workshop includes **two classes**, but you’re also welcome to join individual sessions. **When:** Wednesday 20 + 27 May From 6 to 7.30 PM **Where:** Friedrichshain, Berlin (You will receive the exact address by e-mail) **Price:** 50€ for the whole workshop (2 classes) Single class 27€ / Paypal & Bank Transfer **Material:** You will need a watercolour set, watercolour paper (or sketchbook) and brushes. If you need suggestions about the material, get in touch. If you need some recommendations, this might help: **[Quick Material Guide](https://www.instagram.com/p/DBRDE95Ia5D/?img_index=2)** **To book your spot:** Please confirm here: **hola.berlinartclub@gmail.com,** and you will receive the payment details and the exact address. ***Super small groups! RSVP here is not considered booked.*** You can find my work [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/lujancordaro/) and all updated classes [HERE ](https://www.instagram.com/berlin.art.club/) Come slow down, get your hands moving, and reconnect with nature 🌿 See you!! Lu and the BAC

**RSVP free on the [343 Labs Website](https://343labs.de/events/beginner-dj-workshop-2/) to reserve your seat!** Join us for a free DJ workshop geared towards beginners who would like to take their first steps towards DJing professionally. In this class, 343 Labs instructor Keanu Reeves will demonstrate industry standard Pioneer DJ equipment and the DJ software Rekordbox. We’ll cover the basic skills you need to start collecting music, building your playlist, and practicing for the club. There are no prerequisites to joining, we’ll meet you at the start of you DJ journey. During the event, 343 Labs will be opening its doors for an Open House, where attendees can tour the facilities, learn about 343 Labs courses, and meet some of the instructors. This is a great way to get a feel for the community and programs at 343 Labs, meet fellow producers, and ask any questions you may have about our school.

Do you want to write creatively but don't know where to start or how to keep yourself motivated to finish a piece? Join me for a four-week series to learn skills to improve your writing. Each week, I'll introduce you to a different aspect of craft, and you'll have opportunities to practice what you learn in easy-to-follow exercises. You'll have pieces of writing to take home after each session. Bring something to write on and write with. Some writing materials will be provided. **One: Point of View** **Two: Character** **Three: Setting (Time and Place)** **Four: Shaping Your Work** **Five: Write, Write, and Write Again (Editing)** This series is designed as a full course. It's strongly suggested that you attend all classes so you can get the most out of it. The course is structured in a way that you can also drop in for a single session. **Note: this series is a paid course at 90Mil Art School in Berlin. Book here [Write Here, Write Now: Introduction to Creative Writing (May)](https://90milartschool.softr.app/workshop-details-artschool?recordId=rechDvzTrrHwCAddz)**

Do you want to write creatively but don't know where to start or how to keep yourself motivated to finish a piece? Join me for a four-week series to learn skills to improve your writing. Each week, I'll introduce you to a different aspect of craft, and you'll have opportunities to practice what you learn in easy-to-follow exercises. You'll have pieces of writing to take home after each session. Bring something to write on and write with. Some writing materials will be provided. **One: Point of View** **Two: Character** **Three: Setting (Time and Place)** **Four: Shaping Your Work** **Five: Write, Write, and Write Again (Editing)** This series is designed as a full course. It's strongly suggested that you attend all classes so you can get the most out of it. The course is structured in a way that you can also drop in for a single session. **Note: this series is a paid course at 90Mil Art School in Berlin. Book here [Write Here, Write Now: Introduction to Creative Writing (May)](https://90milartschool.softr.app/workshop-details-artschool?recordId=rechDvzTrrHwCAddz)**

CASH-ONLY VENUE! We're back at Goldmarie ☀️🥂 Join us for a warm spring evening with the **Product Management Society Berlin**! We’re bringing together product designers, managers, founders, and engineers for a relaxed night of networking and conversation. 📍 **Venue:** Goldmarie Grimmstraße 29, 10967 Berlin, Germany The event will take place in a casual bar setting. Come by, grab a drink, and connect with others in the product community! **We're bringing together Product Designers, PMs, founders, and engineers for a relaxed evening of networking. If you're in the product world or want to be, come connect with your community. See you there!** Anyone interested in Product Design or trying to get into Product Design is welcome. Our meetups typically include a mix of product designers, product managers, founders, marketers and engineers :) The event follows a relaxed format, giving the participants an opportunity to network with fellow product people. * **Follow us on Linkedin:** [https://www.linkedin.com/company/product-management-society/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/product-management-society/) * **Join our Slack channel:** [https://join.slack.com/t/product-mgmt-society/shared_invite/zt-2t477uzhc-0RWKnexUEQLmjlymeZ3_bg](https://join.slack.com/t/product-mgmt-society/shared_invite/zt-2t477uzhc-0RWKnexUEQLmjlymeZ3_bg) * **Subscribe to our blog:** [https://blog.productmanagementsociety.com/](https://blog.productmanagementsociety.com/) * **Connect with the founder, Gabriela Naumnik:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielanaumnik/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielanaumnik/) * **Connect with Product Designer and co-host, Konrad Krawczyk:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/konradkrawc/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/konradkrawc/) * **Connect with Product Designer and co-host, Sara Bruszt:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-bruszt-21360bb4/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-bruszt-21360bb4/)

**Bob on Tour – IBM Bob live erleben 💙** Wie fühlt sich ein agentischer Coding Assistant im echten Entwicklungsalltag an? Bei **Bob on Tour** kannst Du IBM Bob gemeinsam mit Expert:innen hands-on ausprobieren. In einem eintägigen, technisch fokussierten Format arbeitest Du an realistischen Coding-Aufgaben, von geführten Labs bis zur Anwendung auf eigene Use Cases. Dabei lernst Du, wie Bob Entwicklungsworkflows ergänzt, Codebasen verständlicher macht und mehrstufige Aufgaben unterstützt. **Das nimmst Du mit:** ✅ Sicherer Umgang mit den wichtigsten Bob-Funktionen ✅ Praktische Erfahrung mit agentischer Coding-Unterstützung ✅ Impulse für reale fachliche und technische Problemstellungen 👉 **[Jetzt anmelden und IBM Bob live erleben](https://luma.com/5g0x9318)**

We collaborate with EC2 team on another breathtaking workshop - this time the focus is Apple on AWS. If your enterprise has the urge or curiousity to run EC2 Mac instances, this is a workshop that you can't miss. Join us for an immersion day into the enterprise Apple developer ecosystem on AWS. Sessions are built around Amazon EC2 Mac instances, covering capabilities and real-world customer use cases including: CI/CD modernization with Apple Virtualization framework, accelerating iOS builds with Bitrise solutions, and cloud-based Mac developer workstations via Amazon DCV. The broader AWS and Apple developer ecosystem sessions include a deep dive into Swift for Lambda, Amplify, and the AWS SDK showing the depth of Apple's stack integration with AWS. The day wraps up with a Q&A panel with the experts behind it all in addition to a happy hour networking event at a local venue. This will be a great chance to connect with speakers, participants, and fellow attendees. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. ###### What you'll learn * Best practices and real-world patterns for running Mac infrastructure in the cloud * How to modernize macOS CI/CD pipelines * How Swift integrates with AWS Lambda, Amplify, and the AWS SDK * How to set up Mac developer workstations in the cloud with Amazon DCV ###### Who this is for * iOS and macOS developers looking to move their build infrastructure to the cloud * DevOps and platform engineers managing Apple platforms including CI/CD pipelines and developer workstations * Solutions architects evaluating or scaling EC2 Mac deployments * Anyone building, testing, or shipping on Apple platforms with AWS **When?** 27th of May\, Wednesday\,\| 09:00 \- 14:00 **Where?** AWS Office - BER 21 - Tamara-Danz-Str. 13, 10243 Berlin. **How?** [Visit the official event page](https://aws-experience.com/emea/smb/e/c259e/aws-apple-developer-workshop-berlin) to register. ❗**Registration - Read Carefully**❗ **Registration handled via AWS Team** AWS User Group is not part of the participant selection process - therefore you have to register yourself to the event via official [AWS Experience page](https://aws-experience.com/emea/smb/e/c259e/aws-apple-developer-workshop-berlin). ❗Please register with your full name at AWS Experience. ❗You need to bring your own laptop to this workshop. Make sure AWS CLI is installed. Contact us if you're not sure how. ❗A confirmation e-mail from Meetup is not relevant. **You can participate only if you receive a confirmation e-mail from AWS Experience.** \-\-\- **Additional Information** **This event is wheelchair friendly.** Help us spread the word, and invite your friends & colleagues! If you're attending with wheelchair and need assistance, please mail us: organisers@berlinawsug.de for further details. Would you like to host AWS UG Event at your company? [Register here](https://bit.ly/aws-host) Would you like to speak at AWS UG MeetUp? [Submit your topic here](https://bit.ly/aws-talk)

**The art of being unforgettable.** Full program, what to bring, and tickets on our website: 👉 [spnkd.com](https://spnkd.com/solo-workshop-emotional-impact-play/) — There's a kind of connection that stays with you, not because of what was done, but because of how deeply you were seen. This workshop is for people who want to learn how to do that: to read another person with precision, stay present under emotional intensity, and create exchanges that linger long after the moment is over. We borrow from an unlikely source, Sanford Meisner, the legendary acting teacher who defined his craft as *living truthfully under imaginary circumstances*. His repetition exercises train people to drop the performance, sit in real emotion, and respond instinctively to whatever the other person is giving them. Through guided exercises, you'll practice reading expressions and shifts, heightening presence, developing radical empathy, and staying inside yourself while letting someone else fully in. Facilitated by Anna Noctuelle, who brings over twenty years of practice and an international teaching career in somatic work, intimacy, and movement. Grounded in classical dance and authentic movement, she teaches with a focus on presence and emotional attunement. Co-founder of Studio Ma in London and creator of Shibari Score Notation. Open to solos and duos. Solo attendees will be paired up on the night. No prior experience required. Full program, what to bring, and tickets on our website: 👉 [spnkd.com](https://spnkd.com/solo-workshop-emotional-impact-play/) €75 per person · Limited spots

Bodhispace is excited to invite you to a somatic workshop for stress release, nervous system regulation and reconnection with the body. Through gentle movement, breathwork and somatic practices, this workshop offers a space to slow down, release tension and reconnect with yourself in a grounded and supportive environment. This is not about performance, but about listening to the body and creating space for regulation, expression and presence. No previous experience needed. 📍 Bodhispace Berlin (Neckarstrasse 12, 12053 Berlin) 📅 Friday, May 29 ⏰ 19:00-21:00 (Doors Open 18:45) 🎟 [book via Meetup] Facilitated by Mara Nola Dance Movement Therapist & Somatic Practitioner

*English follows below* **Berlin hat genug Postkarten. Diesmal geht's darum, herauszufinden, welches Bild darin wirklich deins ist**. In 3 Stunden bewegen wir uns von Ostkreuz über das RAW-Gelände und die Warschauer Brücke bis zur Oberbaumbrücke. Durch Orte, die bewusst ausgewählt sind, weil sie voller Kontraste, Bewegung und dieser typischen Berlin-Energie stecken, die man nicht inszenieren kann. Kein geführter Rundgang, kein Motivabhaken. Eher ein gemeinsamer Spielplatz für Fokus, Aufmerksamkeit und den eigenen fotografischen inneren Blick. **Im Mittelpunkt steht eine Frage, die bei normalen Fotowalks fast nie gestellt wird: Wie filterst du aus all dem Lärm, den Reizen und den tausend möglichen Motiven einer Großstadt heraus, was dir eigentlich wichtig ist?** Nicht was sehenswert ist laut Reiseführer. Was dich wirklich anhält. Mit kleinen Übungen, echtem Austausch und Orten, die genug Reibung haben um interessant zu werden, schauen wir gemeinsam darauf, wie Fokus, Vorstellungskraft und das eigene Kopfkino beeinflussen, welche Bilder entstehen. Und warum manche Fotos später noch leben, während andere drei Sekunden nach dem Öffnen schon vergessen sind. Manche merken hier zum ersten Mal, wie stark die eigene Wahrnehmung Fotografie verändert. Den Abschluss macht ein echter Berliner Moment. Späti-Kaltgetränk, Streetfood, ein paar der bekanntesten Postkartenmotive der Stadt um uns umgeben. Nicht als Touristen-Selfie-Spot, sondern um die eigenen Bilder nochmal anders zu sehen und durch die Blickwinkel der anderen Ideen mitzunehmen, auf die man alleine nicht gekommen wäre. Smartphone oder Kamera, Einsteiger oder Profi: Der Raum ist groß genug, damit jeder auf dem eigenen Niveau arbeiten kann. Was zählt, ist Neugier auf die eigene Wahrnehmung und Lust auf mehr als die typische Touri-Fototour. SpendenBeitrag ab 20 €. => Kleine Gruppe, volle Aufmerksamkeit. Ich freu mich auf dich und deinen Blick. Auf die Bilder, die noch niemand gemacht hat, weil sie auf dich gewartet haben. Vorfreudige Grüße Pierre \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Between Postcard Motif & Your Image** **Berlin has enough postcards. This time it's about finding out which image in it is truly yours.** In 3 hours we move from Ostkreuz through the RAW Gelände and Warschauer Brücke to Oberbaumbrücke. Through places chosen deliberately because they're full of contrasts, movement and that typical Berlin energy you can't stage. No guided tour, no checklist of spots. More like a shared playground for focus, attention and your own inner photographic eye. **At the center is a question that almost never gets asked on regular photo walks: How do you filter out from all the noise, the stimuli and the thousand possible subjects of a big city what actually matters to you?** Not what's worth seeing according to a travel guide. What genuinely stops you in your tracks. With small exercises, real exchange and places that have enough friction to become interesting, we look together at how focus, imagination and your own inner vision influence which images emerge. And why some photos still feel alive later, while others are forgotten three seconds after opening them. Some people notice for the first time here how strongly their own perception changes photography. The ending is a real Berlin moment. Cold "Späti" drinks and/or street food, surrounded by a few of the city's most iconic postcard motifs. Not as a tourist selfie spot, but to see your own images differently and take home ideas from other people's perspectives that you wouldn't have found alone. **Smartphone or camera, beginner or pro: The space is wide enough for everyone to work at their own level. What counts is curiosity about your own perception and the desire for more than the typical tourist photo tour.** Suggested donation from 20 €. => Small group, full attention. I'm looking forward to you and your eye. To the images nobody has made yet, because they've been waiting for you. Warm regards and anticipation, Pierre

Elevate your playing at our Cello Masterclass, led by an experienced Suzuki specialist. This session moves beyond general theory to provide direct, hands-on coaching tailored to your current repertoire. What to Expect: * Individual Coaching: Perform your solo piece and receive immediate, actionable feedback. * Technical Focus: Targeted drills for tone production, bow distribution, and shifting. * Artistic Growth: Insights into phrasing, dynamics, and musical expression. * Practice Strategies: Concrete methods to streamline your daily practice for auditions or recitals. Details: * Eligibility: Open to all levels (Beginner to Advanced). * Format: Performance-based workshop with peer observation and demonstrations. * Atmosphere: Supportive, focused, and high-energy. Bring your cello and a current solo piece. Whether you are mastering your first scale or polishing a concerto, you will leave with a clear roadmap for improvement. 🇬🇧 This class is taught in English. Register here: https://berlincelloacademy.com/event/6552059/763700191/cello-masterclass-with-lee

Train Your Brain Confidence & Adaptability Under Pressure What if confidence, adaptability, and decision-making could be trained through play? This interactive workshop introduces Cognitive Agility Through Chess — a beginner-friendly experience designed to strengthen focus, resilience, strategic thinking, and communication in a supportive and engaging environment. This is not a traditional chess class. Chess is used as a tool for reflection, collaboration, adaptability, and cognitive development through interactive challenges and guided exercises. WHAT TO EXPECT ♟️ Beginner-friendly introduction to chess fundamentals 🧠 Interactive cognitive and strategic challenges 🤝 Team-based and collaborative gameplay ⚡ Exercises focused on adaptability and thinking under pressure 💬 Guided reflection and discussion THIS EXPERIENCE SUPPORTS • Confidence-building • Strategic thinking • Communication • Adaptability • Emotional resilience • Cognitive flexibility • Decision-making under pressure WHO IS THIS FOR? Women interested in: • self-development • leadership • psychology • strategy • meaningful social connection • cognitive performance • creative and reflective experiences No chess experience is needed. EVENT DETAILS 📍 Motel One — Invalidenstraße 54, 10557 Berlin 🕒 2 Hours 👥 Limited small group experience, from 6-12 participants per event PILOT SESSION This is part of a limited founding pilot series in Berlin designed to create a thoughtful, engaging, and collaborative learning experience. FACILITATED BY Radwa Omar Founder & Cognitive Agility Facilitator Train Your Brain — Cognitive Agility Through Chess Train how you think. Elevate how you perform.

***Welcome to the Actors Gym!*** * A fun, supportive training ground where actors play, experiment, and build their craft. * *Through engaging games and exercises, you’ll develop core acting skills and bring them to life by performing a short script at the end of every session.* * This drop-in class welcomes both new and intermediate actors eager to learn, stretch, and have fun. ‍ **DURATION:** 60 – 90 mins (depending on numbers) **ABOUT YOUR COACH:** Geoff is a dedicated professional teacher and actor. He is also active as a writer, director and producer of small-scale projects here in Berlin. He has performed on many stages – as actor, host, and improvisor – and in many short films, across the UK and Germany. He loves to meet and work with new actors, and has a real passion for discovering new talent. His acting profile may be found [HERE](https://www.filmmakers.eu/en/actors/geoff-mills). ‍ **SPOTS:** Everyone is welcome. Beginner-friendly. €15 General Admission (*pay at venue*) Free to members of [DNA Arts](https://www.dna-artclub.com/) \- a vibrant community of artists and performers\. **DNA** members have access to over 5 dance classes and 5 creative workshops each week, covering everything from singing, writing, and marketing to theatre, including also 5+ shows weekly, all completely free for our members.

Pinhole Camera Workshop Light • Time • Experiment On the 31st of May, Mustafa Sarp Danisoglu will host an afternoon that blends basic photography theory with experimental camera obscura construction. In this workshop, we will construct a simple pinhole camera, work with long exposures, and develop images using basic analog processes. No prior experience needed. All materials provided. Participants are welcome to bring small boxes, cans, or any objects that could be turned into a pinhole camera. PAKD Gallery Berlin 31 May, Saturday 11:30–14:00 20€ Registration: mustafasarp99@gmail.com @mustafasarpdanisoglu Limited spots. Early registration recommended.

MCKS PRANIC HEALING® Level I In PRANIC HEALING® Level 1, you learn the basics of working with your energy aura, including learning to "scan," or feel the energy, to "sweep," or clean away congested energy, and to "energize," or supplement areas in your aura that have a pranic deficiency. PRANIC HEALING® has been taught to doctors, nurses, massage therapists, acupuncturists, chiropractors, shiatsu practitioners, and many others in the healing field. It has allowed them to heal confidently and consistently in the shortest learning time possible. These professionals find PRANIC HEALING® very effective and easy to apply. Other topics covered in PRANIC HEALING® Level 1: Energetic anatomy: You will learn to work with the network of chakras, meridians and auras to accelerate the healing processes of your body. Preventive healing: You will learn to remove the negative energetic patterns of a disease to prevent it from fully manifesting as a physical ailment. Self-Pranic healing: You will learn to apply these healing techniques to accelerate your own healing. Step-by-step techniques for ailments related to your: respiratory system, e.g., asthma,; circulatory system, e.g., heart ailments; gastrointestinal system, e.g., irritable bowel syndrome; musculoskeletal system, e.g., arthritis and back pain; reproductive system, e.g., menstrual problems. You'll also learn how to address common problems as migraines and sinusitis. Additionally, you'll learn to apply distant healing to loved ones who are not present in the room with you. All PRANIC HEALING® courses are "experiential," which means that you learn by actually performing the techniques and exercises in class - on yourself and those around you. During class, all the principles will be explained thoroughly and you will practice the techniques exhaustively so you will be confident in your ability to produce positive results when you finish the course. This is Day 2 of 2 Attendance at day one is required to attend day 2. The Course text book is Choa Kok Sui, "Miracles through Pranic Healing" Please bring this with you to class. PRANIC HEALING® Level 1 is a prerequisite to all other GMCKS courses. For those interested to review the class...Review fee is only $75!! LOOK AT THIS!! Review for FREE when you bring a new student to class with you.

Community Backyards Workshop .Community Backyards Workshop - Westerville Join us for the Westerville Community Backyards workshop! This is a FREE class on how you can protect our waterways and environment with small changes in your gardening habits. We will discuss rain barrels, rain gardens, composting, and native plants. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but not required. * Location: Westerville Community Center, 350 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082 * Date and time: Sat, May 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM * Organizer: Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/h2w5ms8 **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days

QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry. This is a ticketed event please register here: https://www.qaorthehwy.com/ Featured Keynote Speakers: **Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\. **Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.

Hosted by Licking County Parks Registration opens at 9am on April 9th. Ladies are you ready? It's back! Every other year we hold the Women's Outdoor Skills Workshop! The day is a chance for women to relax, enjoy exploring new skills in a welcoming environment, and make new connections! Session topics this year include: archery, kayak, stand up paddleboard, outdoor cooking, firemaking, knot tying, foraging, forest bathing, orienteering, nature photography, nature journaling, intro to disc golf, yoga, Tai Chi, birding, intro to backpacking, and more! Lunch is provided. Fee: $75 * Event Address: James Bradley Center, Infirmary Mound Park, 4309 Lancaster Rd, Granville, OH 43023 * Ages 16+. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. * Cancellation: Cancellation deadline is May 20, 2026. Cancellations before this date will receive a refund. There will be 4 sessions: three 1.5 hour sessions throughout the day (9am-10:30am, 10:50am-12:20pm, 1:30pm - 3pm) followed by the final 1 hour wellness short session (3:20pm - 4:20pm). Each session will have 6 or more classes to choose from. PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST FILL OUT THE GOOGLE FORM TO BE FULLY REGISTERED - The link will be in your receipt email. It determines your sessions. Sessions assigned FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. Register and pay here: [https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/271/June-2026](https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/271/June-2026)

Couldn't make Knowledge? Or want to debrief the dancing robots or Autonomous Workforce? Join us for a Knowledge '26 recap, insights sharing, a couple rounds of golf, and fun at Topgolf. As always, drinks and food will be provided. More details to come — mark your calendar, RSVP, and save your spot today!

Join us for a free in-person seminar where you will get knowledge and tools to build your confidence. Do you ever: -Feel isolated -Can't express yourself openly -Get nervous or anxious in front of people -Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied -Feel introverted -Don't feel comfortable in any social setting -Can't make more friends -Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way At this workshop we will cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above. This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us! COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215