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**Wil jij impact maken als je voor een groep spreekt en tegelijkertijd stappen zetten in je carrière?** * Dan zijn **spreken in het openbaar, leiderschap en communicatie** dé belangrijkste vaardigheden die je moet beheersen. * Maar waar kun je deze vaardigheden leren en op een veilige manier oefenen? Bij ons! **Goudenraad Toastmasters van het Gooi**! In het prachtige **Huis van Eemnes**! * Verder over ons: * Met het bewezen en succesvolle **100-jarige Toastmasters-programma** van deze **wereldwijde organisatie** zet je stappen om zelfverzekerd voor een groep te staan en echte impact te maken. * Goudenraad is de **tweetalige club (Nederlands en Engels)** in het Gooi voor professionals, ondernemers, trainers, managers, docenten, technici en iedereen die op een leuke manier wil groeien en zijn communicatie- en leiderschapstalent verder wil ontwikkelen! * Wij komen **twee keer per maand** op een **maandag avond** samen in Het Huis van Eemnes, waar we uiteenlopende speeches in zowel het Nederlands als Engels horen en geven. Daarnaast ontvangen we **opbouwende feedback** die je van collega's misschien niet snel zou krijgen – en dat is **goud waard!** * Ook hebben wij regelmatig **mini-workshops en improvisaties** * Als Toastmaster kun je **wereldwijd netwerken** **met een internationale groep professionals,** deelnemen aan het **European Trainer's Network** en meedoen aan **Toastmasters-wedstrijden en conferenties.** En dat alles voor een **zeer betaalbare prijs!** Aarzel niet en meld je aan om **gratis en vrijblijvend als gast** een van onze bijeenkomsten bij te wonen. Email: goudenraadtoastmasters@gmail.com Adres: Huis van Eemnes, Noordersingel 4, 3755 EZ Eemnes

Kom naar het HaHaHo Makers Lab Utrecht voor een avond vol kennis & ervaringsdelen en maken, met de focus op elektronica met microprocessoren zoals Arduino & Raspberry Pi, LED’s en meetapparatuur. 19:00 Inloop + opzetten apparatuur 19:45 Standup: wat wil iedereen doen en/of leren deze avond? 20:00 Parallelle activiteiten: – startactiviteiten voor nieuwe deelnemers (Arduino, soldering, meetapparatuur, etc.) – onderlinge kennisuitwisseling adhv de wensen uit de standup – werken aan het gezamenlijke [PraatPaal-project](https://github.com/hadoopmarc/hahaho-interactive-pole) – werken aan je eigen project – ordenen/markeren van de ladenkasten met elektronisch componenten 21:30 Start met opruimen 21:45 Einde en verlaten van de Bibliotheek Wij zijn meestal met een groep van een kleine tien (er is ook nog een whatsapp aanmeldingslijst). Een laptop is niet noodzakelijk maar komt vaak van pas! We vragen een vrijwillige donatie van €5,55 per avond om de inventaris met apparatuur en elektronische componenten op peil te kunnen houden. English 19:00 Room available for setting up equipment 19:45 Standup: what are the participant’s plans and wishes for the evening? 20:00 Parallel activities: – starter activities for new participants (Arduino, soldering, measuring equipment, etc.) – sharing knowledge as follow-up on the plans and wishes expressed during the standup – working on the community [Interactive Pole project](https://github.com/hadoopmarc/hahaho-interactive-pole) – working on your individual project – sorting the chest of drawers with electrical components 21:30 Start decluttering the room 21:45 End: leave the Public Library Most evenings see a group of about 10 people (there is an additional whatsapp list). Bring your laptop if you want to program microcontrollers! We ask for a voluntary donation of €5,55 per evening to maintain the inventory with equipment and electrical components.

Please join us for an evening of all things Umbraco - the latest news, community chat, and a talk or two! For 2026, we will be running both in-person and virtual meetups, alternating every month. For those who can't join in person, virtual attendance is available too, so you can join us no matter where you are! This month, we have **Mike Masey** giving you a sneak peak of his Umbraco Spark talk where he uses Claude Code and SPECKL to create a web accessible tool for a brand contrast colour checker, and **Justin Neville** will be giving a demo of the new Umbraco AI integrations. There will also be food, drinks and some friendly socialising. What's not to like? 😄 Whether you are an Umbraco novice or a seasoned developer, this is your chance to meet like-minded people to talk about our favourite friendly CMS! No matter what your role is there will be something to learn and your chance to meet other members of the Umbraco community from Kent and the surrounding areas. Venue The meetup will be at Dragon Coworking in Rochester (7-8 New Road Avenue, St George's Hotel, Rochester, ME4 6BB), a short walk from Chatham train station and with free on-site parking. If you wish to use the car park, please access via Gundulph Road, Rochester, ME4 4ED. You can then use the steps between buildings to access the entrance. If the car park is full there is on road parking available, but please check the parking restrictions. On arrival, please make your way to St George's Hotel reception (where you access Dragon Coworking) and one of the organisers will come and collect you. **Please note: Do not bring bananas, nuts or pineapple into the coworking space as there are members with allergies.**

***English invitation*** You are invited to visit the Dutch Deventer Toastmasters. Toastmasters is an organisation where you can develop your public speaking and leadership skills in a safe, positive and inspiring environment. It grows your self confidence and gives your energy a boost. Want to visit us? Send an email to deventertoastmasters@gmail.com ***Nederlandse uitnodiging*** Je wordt van harte uitgenodigd om onze Nederlandse bijeenkomst te bezoeken bij Deventer Toastmasters. Toastmasters is een organisatie waar je je vaardigheden op het gebied van spreken in het openbaar en leiderschap kunt ontwikkelen. Dit doen we in een veilige, opbouwende en inspirerende omgeving. Je zelfvertrouwen groeit en je energie krijgt een boost. Wil jij meedoen? Stuur een email naar Deventertoastmasters@gmail.com

If you are living in The Netherlands, by now, you may well have noticed the amount of open water. If you enjoy cycling in the city, you may wish to feel safer as you navigate the bridges and canals. And you may also want to get ready for visiting the beach, pools or the many lakes this summer. Learning how to swim takes approx 1 year and it all starts with the very first lesson. New comers enroll via our website and pay € 30,50, this is the first lesson and a goody bag. After the class you agree with the personal swim coach how to continue to obtain your final objectives. Enrolling is only possible via [www.your-personal-swim-coach.nl ](https://www.your-personal-swim-coach.nl/)hence a rvsp via meetup is not enough.

Samen sporten, gewoon voor de fun, elke week een divers programma, met allerlei verschillende sporten. Je hoeft niet de beste te zijn, maar wel zin hebben om samen te spelen en te leren. Tijdens een training doen we verschillende spelletjes, basketbal, voetbal. volleybal, spikebal, honkbal. Kom je ook, de bal ligt bij jou!! Eerste keer meedoen is altijd gratis, daarna kan je beslissen of dit voor jou is, of niet!! Dus kom een keer proberen. Kan je niet op deze dag, we sporten ook op andere dagen nl Zondag om 9:30 of Maandag om 20:30 Stuur mij een berichtje als je op die dagen een keer wil proberen! The amount of people rsvp'd to this game doesn't match the real number of people at the event, as Meetup is only used for promotion purposes.

New Year, New Sport! 🏐 ​Whether you've never played volleyball before or it’s been many years since you last hit the court, you are very welcome to join our Beginner Group! ​We train every Monday at 9 PM at Gymnasium Bibian Mentel in Zeeburgereiland. ​Come learn the basics, get moving, and meet new people in a fun, relaxed environment. ​Get more info here: ​WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnPEK1bHLiTGdpqz6Vtbm4 ​Instagram: @brazucavolley

Donderdag 19 maart duiken we weer met onze collega Laravel enthousiastelingen de techniek in! De Dutch Laravel Foundation organiseert, zoals jullie van ons gewend zijn, wederom een inspirerende Laravel Meetup! **Locatie** Dit keer zijn we te gast bij DIJ te Apeldoorn: DIJ Roggestraat 111 7311 CC Apeldoorn **Talks** ***Live demo NativePHP (door Shane Rosenthal, NativePHP)*** Shane Rosenthal zelf zal ons meer vertellen over alle grote ontwikkelingen op het gebied van NativePHP. ***Manage private packages with Pricore (door Maarten Bode, Zonneplan)*** Private PHP-packages beheren klinkt simpel. Satis die vastloopt, tokens die rondslingeren, geen zicht op wie toegang heeft. In deze talk laat Maarten zien hoe Pricore als open-source Laravel-app private package management weer overzichtelijk maakt. ***Teach AI your package (door Mario Aquino, Easi)*** Wat als AI jouw package écht begrijpt? Ontdek hoe je skills en guidelines meelevert via Laravel Boost. ***Keep out the vibe-coders: hoe lever je consequent veilige Laravel apps? (door Martijn van de Wetering, CBYTE Digital)*** In een wereld van snel ontwikkelende technologie speelt security een steeds belangrijkere rol. Maar waar moet je rekening mee houden, en hoe maak je het jezelf makkelijker? ***Inertia 3, Inertia UI updates en life @ Laravel (door Pascal Baljet, Laravel)*** Op Laracon EU is weer een hoop moois aangekondigd, waaronder Inertia 3. Pascal praat ons bij over de nieuwste ontwikkelingen rond Inertia en Inertia UI, en vertelt ook over zijn overstap naar Laravel sinds de laatste keer dat we hem spraken. **Programma** 18.00 - Inloop en iets te eten 18.50 - Welkom 19.00 - Live demo NativePHP (Shane Rosenthal, NativePHP) 19.30 - Manage Private Packages with Pricore (Maarten Bode, Zonneplan) 19.45 - Teach AI your package (door Mario Aquino, Easi) 20.00 - Keep out the vibe-coders (door Martijn van de Wetering, CBYTE Digital) 20.15 - Korte pauze 20.30 - I*nertia 3, Inertia UI updates en life @ Laravel (door* Pascal Baljet, Laravel) 21.15 - Social **Deelname** Wil je ook graag aanwezig zijn? Aanmelden kan nu al! Meld je direct via Meetup aan voor dit niet te missen event! Lidmaatschap van de Dutch Laravel Foundation is **niet** vereist! **Tot slot** Mochten er nog vragen bestaan dan beantwoorden we die natuurlijk graag! **We zien jullie donderdag 19 maart!**

## 🎨**Activity for EXPATS & English Speakers** ☕ Are you an art enthusiast living in or around **Amersfoort, Hilversum, Utrecht, Nieuwegein, IJsseltein, De Bilt and the rest of cities of the Utrecht's province** who love painting or drawing? Maybe you've felt the joy of creating but struggled to find others who share your passion and speak **ENGLISH**? **You're not alone! 😉** ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ## 🖌️**About this event** You will meet other Art Lovers like you to Draw, Paint and have some drinks Together ! Our events are not just about sketching or creating art—they’re about building connections. Every two weeks, we meet at a café to have a relaxing time drawing a painting. Please keep on mind that **ENGLISH i**s the official language we will use to integrate everyone in our conversations. ⭕⭕⭕➡️ **IMPORTANT ⬅️** ⭕⭕⭕⭕ ### 👩🏻‍🎨**Book formally your Seat 🪑via [WHATSAPP](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)** **If you want to confirm officially your attendance and separate your seat🪑. Book your seat in meet-up, and contact us via [WHATSAPP HERE](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f) to receive more information on the address of our activities.** **Thanks a lot for your understanding!** 💐🥰 ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ### 👩🏻‍🎨**How Does It Work?** This event is simple, this initiative takes 2 Hours. Most of the participants use pencils, water pencils or watercolours. Main aim is to socialize while we draw. There will be plenty of time to talk and get to know each other. We have to mention that this event is suitable for all levels. Many have started to draw in our event actually. Also it is very important that you **[JOIN US AT OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f),** to stay up to date on our upcoming events and participate in our Drawing and Painting Contests! **👉: [https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)** 🍀 ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ### ☕**Where?** We will meet in different cafes mainly in the *center of Amersfoort ( and some occasions in other cities around)*. I will inform you of the exact place some days in advance this event. The place will depend on the number of attendees. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ### **🎟️ What is included?** 🟢 **2 HOURS TO HAVE FUN!** 🟢 **15 mins warming-up creative activity and paper material**🖌️🎨 🟢 New friendships and **conversations in ENGLISH** in a relaxed atmosphere 🟢 **Souvenir picture** with you and the rest of Art Lovers 📷 🟢 Exclusive **access to our Art Lovers Community** on which you will receive: ***\~\~\~ Drawing challenges,*** ***\~\~\~ Training content,*** ***\~\~\~ FREE Entries only to members*** ***\~\~\~ Drawing Competitions*** 🟢 Time to **create alongside fellow artists and amateurs** 🟢 The freedom to **work at your own pace** 💃🕺🎈 ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ### 🖼️**Art Materials?** Bring your own practical art materials to be adaptable to sketch on a coffee table. Like your sketchbook, pencils, watercolor, markets, pencils, your Tablet..etc ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ## **See you to Paint, Draw, and drink together!🌟☕🍷🍪🍰**

Wil je beter begrijpen hoe moderne cybersecurityoplossingen werken en hoe Zero Trust, detectietechnologie en AI concreet worden toegepast door **Fortinet**? Tijdens deze kennissessie op **18 maart** nemen experts Mario Maas en Eric van Alebeek je mee in de belangrijkste ontwikkelingen binnen het Fortinet‑portfolio, praktisch, inhoudelijk en direct toepasbaar. Zij laten zien hoe Fortinet technologie inzet in de praktijk: van detectiesystemen tot door AI versterkte beveiliging die verweven zit door de hele Security Fabric. **Agenda:** * Introductie + update Fortinet \- Detectie systemen: FortiDeceptor en Mail Workspace * Zero Trust (ZTNA/SASE) * Fortinet AI toepassingen *Het programma zal deze avond als volgt zijn:* * Vanaf 17.15 u: inloop * Rond 17.30/18.00 u: eten * 18.30 u: start kennissessie * 20.00 u: afsluiting We zien jullie graag dan!

**Welcome to The AI Meetup, the premier gathering for AI enthusiasts and beyond!** Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field of artificial intelligence, The AI Meetup offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, network with peers, and gain valuable insights into the world of AI. **Timetable** 18.00 - Kick-off 19.00 - [Onno Zoeter](https://www.linkedin.com/in/onno-zoeter-75330a2a2/), Head of Booking AI Research at Booking.com 19.45 - [Pini Reznik](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAABPmG8BbK7ssmTVDmU9fDWqrwyCP5nq4wE?skipRedirect=true), CEO and Co-Founder of [re:cinq](https://re-cinq.com/) 20.30 - Pizza and Drinks (Borrel) 21.30 - Let's wrap It up The AI Meetup covers a wide range of topics and disciplines, from machine learning and natural language processing to computer vision and robotics. So whether you're a data scientist, AI researcher, developer or just someone with a passion for all things AI, you won't want to miss this exciting event. p.s. There will be food and drinks!

Come over to the Ducosim game fair in Amersfoort. For a small fee (or become a member) many publishers are ready to demo their published games. Next to that you can meet up and network with game designers, playtest their games and bring what you are working on and put it on the table. More details: https://www.ducosim.nl/

***[We're leaving Meetup! Going forward, tickets on Meetup will be limited. We encourage you to register via our Luma calendar instead, where the full number of tickets will be available.](https://aisignals.org.uk/events)*** **Agenda** 06:00pm - Doors open, food and drink served 06:30pm - Welcome 06:35pm - [Ana Catarina de Alencar](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-catarina-de-alencar-6b022990/), Resident Philosopher at The AI Collective, "AI That Reads Emotions: What It Means for Data Privacy, Consent, Your Teams" 07:00pm - Break 07:15pm - [Will Chan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-chan2125/), Senior Product Manager at Risk Ledger, "How to Scale Yourself with an AI Digital Twin" ​07:45pm - Lightning Talk: [Jethro Reeve](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jethroreeve/), Full Stack Developer at Coefficient, "Explore the Kingdom - Cursor tool use with messy data" 09:00pm - Wrap up and social at [Well & Bucket](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZrUAiLyRjUddQzVQ6) **Please note you will be unable to enter the venue before 6.00pm.** RSVPs will close 24 hours before the event, you may be unable to register after this time but you can still watch online. If you can't join us in person you can watch remotely via [our YouTube channel](https://youtube.com/@ai-signals-community). **Our hosts may require that we provide a list of all attendees, please ensure that you register with a name that matches your government issued ID or bank card: if you do not we cannot guarantee you entry to the building.** Please RSVP for the event well in advance if you plan to attend in person and unRSVP if you can no longer attend as limited spaces are available.

**From Strangers to Friends – Community Dinner 🍽️** Join us for a special edition of *From Strangers to Friends*: a cozy community dinner where expats and locals come together to share food, stories, and meaningful conversations. Entrance is free, simply bring a dish from your country to share with the group. After you sign up, we’ll briefly coordinate who brings what so we don’t end up with only desserts 😉. Please bring a small note with the ingredients of your dish so everyone knows what they are eating. If you have any dietary restrictions, let me know. Come alone if you like, many people do! Or bring a friend! You’ll leave with new connections and great conversations. During the dinner, question cards will be on the tables to spark deeper and more interesting discussions. 📍 **Location:** Café Libertas, Klarendalseweg 477-1, Arnhem 🚶 **Distance:** 7-minute walk from Velperpoort station 🕕 **Gathering:** 18:00 🍽️ **Dinner starts:** 18:30 **Entrance:** Bring a dish to share. Curious what our events look like? Check the photo albums in this group (visible on desktop).

Join us for the Spring edition of [Nature Loving Fest](https://www.facebook.com/events/895148649812928), a small, thoughtfully curated outdoor gathering celebrating vegan eats, handmade goods, and the beauty of the season. Formerly known as our Vegan Pop-Up, this new chapter reflects what the event has always been — a space rooted in nature, community, and intentional living. Expect around 20 local vendors offering seasonal vegan eats, small-batch bakes, handcrafted goods, and earth-conscious products. Come support local makers, share good food, and celebrate the beginning of a new season with us. Admission is Free.

**💖 Online Speed Dating Evening – Newcomer Friendly – Toledo Singles Invited!** **🚨 ACTION NEEDED: RSVP Is Just the First Step!** To actually attend, you need to sign up through your age group link below and finish the personality quiz. **Places are capped** and we expect to fill up – register now! **👇 Select Your Age Group & Claim Your Place:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=390&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=rose-quartz-singles-collective&ar=18-32&face_v=7.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=390&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=rose-quartz-singles-collective&ar=30-46&face_v=7.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=390&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=rose-quartz-singles-collective&ar=40-58&face_v=7.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=390&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=rose-quartz-singles-collective&ar=55+&face_v=7.0) --- 🎉 **Up for something fresh from the comfort of your home?** Let's do this! Virtual speed dating is ideal for newcomers. Connect with like-minded local singles right from your own home – zero pressure, no packed venues, just authentic connections in a welcoming, safe space. 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Curious newcomers eager to give speed dating a shot - Anyone who's done with swiping and craves genuine conversation - Singles searching for authentic connections beyond the apps - People who find traditional dating nerve-wracking and want to start online **How It Works** 1. **Secure Your Place** – Choose your age range and finish the registration process. 2. **Take the Personality Quiz** – We’ll pair you with compatible Toledo singles for the best evening possible. 3. **Log In & Get Comfortable** – Join the Zoom call and let the evening begin. Your host handles all the logistics! 4. **Date from Home** – Have real, meaningful mini-dates with Toledo singles – all from your sofa. 5. **Discover Your Matches** – We’ll let you know about any mutual interest afterwards. The rest is up to you! **Event Details** - **Format:** Virtual via Zoom – relaxed, low-key from wherever you are - **Location:** No venue necessary – just a comfy chair and a solid internet connection - **Host:** Your personal guide for the evening – warm, supportive, and entertaining - **Vibe:** Fun, hosted conversations that make meeting Toledo singles a breeze - **Privacy:** Your contact details are never shared without mutual agreement - **Accessibility:** Join from any device – laptop, tablet, or mobile 💡 **Remember:** Everyone’s here to enjoy themselves. Relax, stay curious, and have fun! ⭐ *"I've recommended this to all my single friends. Such a fun, relaxed way to meet people."* – Returning attendee --- ✨ Newcomers always welcome. Join hundreds of Toledo singles who found connection online! 🥰 ✨

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: Type Annotations with John Cassidy We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com

**✨ Give Speed Dating a Go – Meet Cincinnati Singles Live on Zoom!** **🔴 PLEASE READ: RSVP Alone Won't Secure Entry!** To participate, you must: (1) Click your age group link below, (2) Finish registration, and (3) Complete the personality quiz. **Limited places available** – sign up now before they're taken! **👇 Select Your Age Group & Claim Your Place:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=390&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=rose-quartz-singles-collective&ar=18-32&face_v=7.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=390&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=rose-quartz-singles-collective&ar=30-46&face_v=7.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=390&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=rose-quartz-singles-collective&ar=40-58&face_v=7.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=390&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=rose-quartz-singles-collective&ar=55+&face_v=7.0) --- 🤝 **Fed up with swiping and getting nowhere?** Real chats are way better! This isn't a standard dating event. It's a curated, online experience where newcomers meet compatible Cincinnati singles in a relaxed, hosted setting. No pressure – just potential. 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Singles looking for a secure, comfortable virtual environment - Introverts who thrive in one-on-one conversations - Anyone who's done with swiping and craves genuine conversation **How It Works** 1. **Choose Your Age Range** – Click the link for your age group and complete sign-up. 2. **Complete the Quick Compatibility Quiz** – Helps us match you with like-minded Cincinnati newcomers. 3. **Go Live** – Enter the Zoom room, say hi to your host, and get ready for a brilliant night. 4. **Meet Your Matches** – Rotate through enjoyable one-on-one rounds with Cincinnati singles who share your energy. 5. **Get Your Matches** – After the event, mutual matches are revealed. Start building a real connection! **Event Details** - **Format:** Runs on Zoom – convenient, personal & ideal for newcomers - **Location:** Anywhere you have Wi-Fi – your sofa, your café, your pick - **Host:** Friendly, professional host focused on making everyone comfortable - **Vibe:** Fun, hosted conversations that make meeting Cincinnati singles a breeze - **Matching:** Driven by our personality quiz for stronger compatibility - **Tech:** All you need is Zoom, a webcam, and a friendly smile - **Privacy:** Your contact details are never shared without mutual agreement - **Rounds:** Several short rounds so you can meet plenty of people 💡 **Note:** You don’t need to be perfect. Being authentic is the most attractive quality. **Frequently Asked Questions** **Is my information kept private?** Completely. Your contact details are never shared without mutual agreement. **Do I need to download anything?** Just Zoom! If you've used Zoom before, you're all set. We'll send you the link once you register. --- ✨ Your next great connection could be just one Zoom call away. Don’t overthink it – just show up! 🫶 ✨

A fun way to compare wines from two different countries at a time. House Wine is squaring off two countries' wines against each other each Thursday in March. March 12, March 19, March 26, and the Finals April 2nd. Meet and Greet format....show up after 7pm, pay your $15 at the cash register, get your wine glass, and enjoy. I will get a table reserved for the group. Remember, you may bring in your own food or takeout. Attendance is your agreement to the Group's Waiver of Liability terms. See our Group homepage for details. Parking is tough at House Wine; there is a municipal lot one-half block north of the shop and sometimes parking at the lot behind Jet Pizza, accessed by the lane between the east House Wine parking lot and the residence to the east.

**Details:** This talk reviews the fundamental academic research literature in financial economics, distilling key findings with rigor while debunking suboptimal investing decisions. It draws on decades of empirical research and statistical analysis with the aim of guiding how to think about sound investing. **Audience Takeaway:** Attendees will gain a practical, research-based approach to assessing investments, interpreting risk, and making choices that support long-term financial independence, informed by decades of published financial studies. **Zoom: This is a *hybrid* event. To attend online, join us on Zoom here at 6pm:** https://iit-edu.zoom.us/j/87434065239?pwd=mK8gkDO6FTL2NBCXrgnViDwVJU14YT.1 Meeting ID: 874 3406 5239 Passcode: 826532 **Sponsor:** **[Tegus by AlphaSense](https://www.tegus.com) will provide the meeting site, as well as pizza and soft drinks for the onsite participants.** * **Address:** 200 N. LaSalle Street. Suite 1100. Chicago, IL 60601 * **Tegus by AlphaSense's Overview:** Tegus by AlphaSense is the leading market intelligence platform for key decision makers. We power some of the world’s most well-respected institutional investors, corporations, and consultancies through the largest and most comprehensive database of primary and market information. Our products and services enable clients to discover unmatched insights and answers to the most challenging questions they face to help them make better informed decisions. We are an end-to-end investment intelligence and research platform that modernizes the research processes. With an ecosystem that combines at-cost, on-demand expert calls with a 55K+ transcript library; quantitative financial workflows that streamline research across company disclosures, management presentations, earnings calls and filings; and 4K+ fully-drivable financial models and company benchmarking data, including every KPI and comparison that matters, Tegus by AlphaSense enables investors to move faster, gather deep research and surface high-quality insights to drive better decisions. The company serves customers worldwide, including investment analysts, portfolio managers and key decision makers across public and private businesses in markets of all sizes. * **Logistics**: To access the Tegus by AlphaSense building, we require **first and last names** of those who RSVP'd by Mar 18. Attendees will then present their **IDs** when they arrive at the front desk (right when they enter the building). They will be sent up in the elevator to the 11th floor where we will be.

Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. If trail conditions are poor, we will use the Multipurpose Path.