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Whether you're looking to practice your **Georgian**, polish your **English**, or dive into any other language, **La Mano** provides the perfect laid-back atmosphere to bridge the gap between cultures. No formal lessons here—just good vibes and great people. ### Event Details * **When:** Every Thursday * **Time:** 10:00 PM * **Where:** La Mano, [G. Kikodze Street #5](https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.google.com/maps/search/%3Fapi%3D1%26query%3DG.%2BKikodze%2Bstreet%2B5%2BTbilisi) *** ### Why Join Us? * **Diverse Community:** Meet locals, expats, and travelers from all over the world. * **Casual Setting:** Swap the classroom for a cozy bar environment. Grab a drink, find a table, and start talking. * **All Levels Welcome:** From absolute beginners to native speakers—everyone has something to share. > **Pro Tip:** Don't be shy! Most people come alone and leave with a dozen new friends. Just look for the signs or ask the staff where the exchange is happening. Join our community here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/H5R3mXk3qw7SnS1F7

Weekly open mic night at Crossroads Bar! Join us every Thursday at 8:00 PM for an open mic style jam session where expats and locals come together to make music and have fun! Whether you're a seasoned musician or just love watching live music, you're more than welcome to join us. Time: Every Thursday, 8:00 PM Location: Crossroads Bar What to expect: \- A welcoming atmosphere for both performers and listeners \- Mix of musical styles and impromptu collaborations \- Great opportunity to meet fellow expats and music enthusiasts \- Friendly environment for all skill levels Bring along: \- Your instrument \(if you play one\) \- Your voice \(if you like to sing\) \- Your good vibes \(if you just want to enjoy the music\!\) No musical experience? No problem! Come enjoy the atmosphere, meet new people, and be part of our growing community. Free entry!

**REAL TALK Tbilisi – a Thursday English social club!** *Join us and bring your friends! Those who bring a newcomer have a discount!* As usual you'll have the opportunity to meet interesting people, make international friends, and also practice communicational skills in English along the way! Our meetings are organised in a way that allows you to have lively and interesting conversations with as many people as possible. You will be talking one-to-one with other participants, which will give you the opportunity to fully engage in a talk, while a welcoming and considerate host will be rotating participants in fixed periods of time. **THURSDAY – 4th of June** | **19:30 – 22:00** **21PM — Kitchen, Coffee & Bar** | Petre Melikishvili Street, 21 [Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/5FyYMbUZPvmgx5fU6?g_st=ic) | [Yandex Maps](https://yandex.com/maps/org/113571966544) *No registration! Simply come at the time of the event!* **Participation fee** 20 Lari *5 Lari* – *for those who* *will bring a newcomer!* Membership cards in store: • 8 meetings – 140 Lari • 12 meetings – 200 Lari • 16 meetings – 240 Lari Each card is valid for 6 months ⏳ **Timing** 19:30 – chatting in small groups 19:45ish – one-to-one conversations with rotations 21:15 – short break & time to pay 21:30 – conversational games or free chat 22:00 – finish 22:♾️ – afterparty with survivors A comfortalbe level of English: B1+ Your host – Keke get in touch on [Telegram](https://t.me/kekeshelia) [Join the Telegram chat](https://t.me/realtalktbilisi) / [go to Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/realtalktbilisi) / [sign up on Instagram](https://instagram.com/realtalktbilisi?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==)

Welcome to an international AI & Tech Business community in Tbilisi! On Friday, we’re getting together for a free AI Tech Business Community Dinner. Just to connect, talk, share ideas, and get to know each other in a relaxed, friendly setting. Language: **English** **No pitches. No stage. No sales.** Just good food, good people, and real conversations about tech, products, startups, AI, business, and life in between. If you’re building something, working in tech, curious about AI, or simply want to meet like-minded people in Tbilisi, you’re very welcome to join. Let’s finally put faces to names ***Location will be shared after registration.*** **To confirm attendance, contact me** on Telegram (@ang_d) or WhatsApp (+380950990829)

Hello, People of the World! We’ve decided to host a weekly event in Tbilisi for internationals, expats, nomads, travelers, and Georgians who love to connect through languages and cultures. This is a welcoming space where everyone contributes something personal—language skills, stories, or just good vibes—for the benefit of the group. Whether you're here short-term or long-term, come meet new people in a fun, relaxed environment. We’ll share travel tales, language tips, and laughter over drinks, board games, or casual conversations. The concept is simple but powerful: connect, exchange, and enjoy. You’ll be surprised how much we all have in common—starting with funny stories from life in Tbilisi! Join us, bring your voice, and be part of this growing international community. We look forward to seeing you! 📅 Date: Every Saturday 📍 Location: G. Kikodze 5 ⏰ Time: from 10 pm until 2 am 🎟️ Entry: Free (Buy drinks in the bar) Cafe La Mano Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/q1cAkaiJYnnKBVej9 Join Expats group here: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IUnd6m86Ado8R8FFaeGsdC) (expat bar Tbilisi, cocktail bar, karaoke night, language exchange, live music, dive bar, board games, expat social, Tbilisi night life, Where to drink in Tbilisi, Tbilisi bar for foreigners. English-speaking bar Tbilisi. International crowd Tbilisi bar. Best bar in Tbilisi for expats. Live music Tbilisi bar. Expat events Tbilisi. Social bar Tbilisi. Tbilisi international pub. Friendly bar in Tbilisi. Tbilisi bar with English menu. Meet new people in Tbilisi)

Can you believe it’s been 3 whole years since we first poured a drink, turned up the music, and started making memories with all of you? 🥂✨ To celebrate this massive milestone, we’re throwing the ultimate **3rd Anniversary Party**, and you’re officially invited to the main event. We’ve got a massive night lined up with killer beats, exclusive anniversary cocktails, and the absolute best vibes in town. * **When:** Friday, June 5th * **Time:** Doors open at 10:00 PM * **Where:** G. Kikodze 5 https://share.google/XHi3Yv2zZYqpfR9bb Whether you’ve been with us since Day 1 or just joined the La Mano family, come raise a glass with us. Let’s make this a night to remember (or completely forget, depending on how many shots you take 😉).

We’re opening the doors for a night dedicated to making real connections in the heart of Tbilisi. Whether you’re a local regular or new to the city, our social tables are open. **Expect:** **A Safe Space:** As a female-owned bar, we take pride in creating an environment that is comfortable, secure, and respectful for all our guests—perfect for solo travelers and groups alike. Whether you’re looking to exchange travel stories over a glass of fine Georgian wine, discover a new favorite local craft beer, or enjoy one of our signature cocktails, you’ll find a welcoming space to land *No guest list, no pretension—just the La Mano family doing what we do best* **Location:** La Mano Bar . G. Kikodze 5 https://maps.app.goo.gl/q1cAkaiJYnnKBVej9 **Date:** Every Friday **Time:** 10:00 PM – 2 AM

Looking to make new expat (or local) friends in Tbilisi? Join us for our weekly Friday meetup at the Crossroads bar. Whether you're an expat living in Tbilisi, or a local looking to make foreigner friends, you're welcome to join the event! You get to: ✅Meet new people from all around the world ✅Improve your English skills ✅Network with people with all sorts of backgrounds skills, or stories ✅Enjoy signature cocktails at the #1 expat bar in Tbilisi ✅Free attendance (just buy a drink) 🕒Time: 9 PM 📅Date: Every Friday 📍Place: Crossroads Bar

Looking to belt your heart out on a Sunday? Join us for **Karaoke Night with Faisal** at Crossroads Bar! 🎤 Whether you’re an expat or a local legend-in-the-making, grab the mic and jump in. You’ll get to: ✅ Sing your favorite hits (solo, duet, or hype squad) ✅ Meet friendly locals & expats alike ✅ Improve your English while having fun ✅ Sip signature cocktails at Tbilisi’s #1 expat bar ✅ Free entry (just grab a drink) 🕘 **Time:** 9 PM 📅 **Date:** Every Sunday 📍 **Place:** Crossroads Bar, Tbilisi

**REAL TALK Tbilisi – a Sunday English social club at Sative Space** We have Sunday meetings at a special place at Sative Space! They’ve got: – a cafe, coworking, and gym – PlayStations – pets entry *So join us and bring your friends! Those who bring a newcomer have a discount!* As usual you'll have the opportunity to meet interesting people, make international friends, and also practice communicational skills in English along the way! Our meetings are organised in a way that allows you to have lively and interesting conversations with as many people as possible. You will be talking one-to-one with other participants, which will give you the opportunity to fully engage in a talk, while a welcoming and considerate host will be rotating participants in fixed periods of time. **SUNDAY – 7th of June** | **18:00 – 20:30** **Sative Space** | 49b Ilia Chavchavadze Avenue ‼️*There’s another building with the same address. It’s a swimming pool club. Sative Space is on the opposite side!* [Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NMZxEbdGstBZgBhs6?g_st=ic) | [Yandex Maps](https://yandex.com/maps/org/sative_space/179495844640) *No registration! Simply come at the time of the event!* **Participation fee** 20 Lari *5 Lari* – *for those who* *will bring a newcomer!* Membership cards in store: • 8 meetings – 140 Lari • 12 meetings – 200 Lari • 16 meetings – 240 Lari Each card is valid for 6 months ⏳ **Timing** 18:00 – chatting in small groups 18:15ish – one-to-one conversations with rotations 19:45 – short break & time to pay 20:00 – conversational games or free chat 20:30 – finish A comfortalbe level of English: B1+ Your host – Keke get in touch on [Telegram](https://t.me/kekeshelia) [Join the Telegram chat](https://t.me/realtalktbilisi) / [go to Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/realtalktbilisi) / [sign up on Instagram](https://instagram.com/realtalktbilisi?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==)

**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose** Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals… all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isn’t more data. It’s often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap. Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll learn: * Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge * How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change * Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction * How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work. **About Our Speaker** [Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

Topic to be announced. **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

**Latest Dojo Location!** **Knotty Pine Brewing** 1765 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community. https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9

## 🤝 Host Information A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus 💡 About the Workshop AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge. This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow. Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required. 🛠️ What to Bring Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go. AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!) 🍕 Logistics & Perks Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided! Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site. ###

**Abstract:** Motivated by the challenges of detecting extremely rare failures in sophisticated circuit design specifications, we study the problem of efficiently identifying multiple disjoint regions of interest (ROIs) — regions of a continuous, high-dimensional parameter space where a complex, expensive-to-evaluate target function falls below or above a pre-specified threshold. We reframe this problem as a Bayesian sequential decision-making problem and, more broadly, as an instance of strategic agent behavior in continuous spaces: an agent that must allocate a hard evaluation budget intelligently, updating its belief about the unknown function after each observation and choosing the next query to maximize coverage of all disjoint failure regions rather than convergence to a single optimum. This is a *hybrid* event. To attend online, join us on Zoom here at 6pm: [https://iit-edu.zoom.us/j/89379230295?pwd=NdETyE5sdYuSrvsrBZXSBFkUESBVkg.1](https://iit-edu.zoom.us/j/89379230295?pwd=NdETyE5sdYuSrvsrBZXSBFkUESBVkg.1) Meeting ID: 893 7923 0295 Passcode: 5t5WYn **Sponsor**: Grainger will provide the meeting site, as well as snacks for the onsite participants. * **Address:** 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza, 18th Floor, Chicago, IL 60654 * **Grainger's Overview:** W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broadline distributor with over $17 billion in revenue. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products and services delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Our machine learning team builds broadly across search, recommendations, product matching, computer vision, and generative AI. * **Logistics**: To access the Grainger office, we require first and last names of those who RSVP'd by Jun 11. Please take the main elevators at the center of the Mart. Attendees will then present their IDs when they arrive at the front desk on the 18th floor.

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\.

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!