Daytrips to the Mountains

**No pressure. No plans. Just new friends ✨** Whether you’re visiting Paris for the first time, just arrived, or simply love meeting curious, open-minded people, this bi-weekly **Just Gutsy** meetup is an easy way to share stories, make friends, and explore the city together. **Who it’s for?** • Solo travelers • Expats & digital nomads • Locals who love meeting travelers **What to expect?** ✨ Relaxed, **self-led** gathering 🤝 Small group energy 🌍 Travel stories, tips & shared adventures 🍹 Grab a drink or snack if you like **How it works?** This is a self-led meetup, meaning I set it up for you but the magic happens between you. To make sure everyone finds each other smoothly, please follow these simple coordination steps: 1️⃣ **RSVP** Thoughtfully If you’re planning to come, tap “Going.” It helps others feel confident joining and builds momentum before the meetup. Even if you’re 80% sure, RSVP. If your plans change, please update your RSVP so others aren’t expecting your attendance. 2️⃣ **Confirm 2 Hours Before** (Essential) To ensure the meetup runs, please comment on this event page at least 2 hours before the start time: “Confirmed for today 😊” This allows everyone to see, ahead of time, who is actually coming. The meetup moves forward when at least 2 people confirm 2 hours before the event. If fewer than 2 confirmations are posted by then, attendance may be low that day. This avoids anyone showing up uncertain. 3️⃣ **Signal Your Arrival** When you arrive, comment on this event page: “Arrived” + where you’re sitting + what you’re wearing Example: “Arrived. Sitting outside near the entrance. Wearing a black t-shirt.” This ensures everyone can easily find each other. Recognition Tip Having a clear profile photo on Meetup is highly encouraged — it makes recognition effortless and helps the group form faster. **When & Where?** 📅 Day: Every Tuesday & Saturday 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM local time 📍 Meeting point: In front of **Costadoro Social Coffee.** **Arrive on time,** smaller groups make it easier to connect. **Why join Just Gutsy?** • Meet open-minded people who genuinely want to connect • Feel at home anywhere in the world • Be part of a growing global solo travel community • Early members get lifetime premium access to the future Just Gutsy app 🚀 Join here 👉 https://justgutsy.com/ WhatsApp: After attending, you’re welcome to join the Paris Just Gutsy WhatsApp group to stay connected and suggest spontaneous meetups: 👉 https://chat.whatsapp.com/CFrEM8QZh8x24Uwax1U2pm **About Just Gutsy** **Just Gutsy** is a global community for solo travelers who are free spirited, love exploring the world believe that real connections make the best memories. Hi, I am Syrine, I started solo traveling in 2018 and it changed my life, from introvert to extrovert. Along the way, I loved meeting people, but also felt how hard it can be to find connection when traveling alone. I’m building Just Gutsy so no one has to feel alone on the road — and so anyone who’s still shy to take that first step has a welcoming place to start. 💛

Soirée ouverte **à toute personne ayant déjà joué au moins une partie de Blood on the Clocktower**, et souhaitant explorer les autres scripts proposés par le jeu. Si c'est votre toute première partie de Blood on the Clocktower (quelle chance!), rejoignez plutôt une de nos sessions pour joueur(se)s débutant(e)s, nous y expliquons les règles en détails. **Soirée enquête, bluff et intrigues aux Caves Alliées.** Venez jouer à cette petite pépite du jeu d'intrigue qu'est Blood on the Clocktower, à mi-chemin entre un loup-garou et une murder mystery: incarnez le temps d'un soir un des habitants du village de Ravenswood Bluff, et enquêtez, bluffez, collaborez avec les autres joueurs pour faire la lumière sur la malédiction qui ronge le village de l'intérieur. Ou jouez pour le camp du mal, et avancez dans l'ombre pour semer le doute et la discorde parmi vos concitoyens. * Soirée "script intermédiaire": nous y testerons d'autres scripts que Trouble Brewing, parmi les plus accessibles. Parfait pour commencer à explorer toute la richesse de BotC. **Nécessite de déjà connaître le jeu**. * Nous serons accueillis au bar "les Caves Alliées" (taverne médiévale à Paris 6ème), qui nous met à disposition un espace de jeu. * Participation gratuite, par contre nous serons dans un bar, donc pensez à consommer (Ils ont un large choix de bières, des softs, boissons médiévales, et planches pour grignoter). Nous jouerons au script "Sects and Violets" : [https://wiki.bloodontheclocktower.com/Sects_%26_Violets](https://wiki.bloodontheclocktower.com/Sects_%26_Violets)

Merci de penser à libérer vos places minimum la veille de l'évènement, si vous ne pouvez pas venir. **Agenda** * Ouverture des portes * Update sur Elastic (5 minutes) * Talk1: Fleet Invaders par Benjamin et Pietro (20 minutes) * Talk2: Confessions of a GPU Burner: how we train language models at Elastic (and what it costs to run them) par Grégoire et Quentin (20 minutes) * Food & drinks **Fleet Invaders** *Par Benjamin Dauvissat et Pietro Mele, Adelean* Les “Elastic Agents” ont révolutionné l'ingestion de données et l'observabilité au sein de l'Elastic Stack, unifiant des flux de données disparates en une solution homogène et surpassant les Beats traditionnels. Mais un grand pouvoir implique de grandes responsabilités, et la gestion d'une flotte d'agents exige des stratégies solides et un contrôle centralisé. Dans cette présentation, nous vous présenterons des cas d'utilisation concrets pour illustrer comment les organisations peuvent relever les défis des déploiements à grande échelle. **Confessions of a GPU Burner: how we train language models at Elastic (and what it costs to run them)** *Par Quentin Herreros et Grégoire Corbiere, Elastic* Quentin et Grégoire vont commencer par vous parler de ce qu'on fait chez Jina at Elastic : entrainer les meilleurs petits modèles sémantiques avant de vous présenter les astuces utilisées par tout le monde pour gagner des places dans le leaderboard. Ensuite ils vous dévoileront les recettes de nos concurrents plus les nôtres, avant de finir par une estimation des coûts en ressources cloud pour tout ces travaux.

The Dissident Salon is a weekly poetry and performance series created as an extension of the DISSIDENT Club’s mission to provide a home for dissenting voices, hosted by Alissa Leeds. Rooted in the tradition of the literary salon, it treats writing and performance as public acts that question power and challenge the systems that shape our lives. Each week features a curated performer, followed by open mic sessions open to all. Work may be presented in English, French, or other languages. Multilingual expression is central to the space and reflects the realities of exile, displacement, and exchange that define the DISSIDENT Club. The Salon is an ongoing forum for people who speak publicly and think critically through art. It exists to build community and support sustained creative work within the broader ecosystem of the DISSIDENT Club. **When:** Every Tuesday, starting January 6th, 2026 **Sign-ups:** 8:00 PM **Sets:** Three 45-minute sessions at 9:00 PM, 10:00 PM, and 11:00 PM **Where:** The DISSIDENT Club, 58 rue Richer, 75009 Bring work that confronts. We offer the microphone.

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The MeltingSpot Team**

Sortie tranquille, pour tous :)

I invite you for a scenic journey through the heart of the **Haute Vallée de Chevreuse**, starting with a short warm-up walk from **Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse** into the charming medieval town of Chevreuse, and finishing at the **Trappes** train station. We will wander along the **"Little Venice"** of the Yvelines, crossing the iconic small **stone bridges and historic wash-houses** that line the Yvette river before climbing toward the ancient ramparts of the **Château de la Madeleine** for a **panoramic view** of the valley. Our route follows the historic Jean Racine trail into the peaceful grounds of the Port-Royal-des-Champs abbey ruins, offering a perfect blend of **history and nature**. A **unique highlight** of this trip is passing through the **Col du Manet**, which is famously known as the only "mountain pass" in the Île-de-France region. Throughout the day, we will be immersed in lush woodlands, open meadows, and quiet country plateaus, making for a refreshing escape into the French countryside. **Our trail is here:** https://mapy.com/s/huvovosepo 📍**Meeting Point** **Saturday, March 14, at 11:00** **Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse Train Station** – in front of the train station To get there, you can take **RER B** from Châtelet - Les Halles at **10:08**, arriving at Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse at **10:57** (try to catch this train, please). 🎯**Ending Point** We will finish at **Trappes Train Station**. From there, we take train **line N** at **16:46** arriving in **Montparnasse - Bienvenüe** at **17:26**. 📏**Hike Details** * Distance: **\~18 km** * Elevation gain: **+200 m** * Duration: **\~5-6h (including stops)** * Difficulty: **Easy towards Moderate** (you need to be comfortable to walk 10-15 km in your day to day activities) * Lunch: **We’ll stop for snacks in the forest**, so please bring your own food and water. * Language: **English** – ideal for expats and anglophones living in or visiting Paris. You are **responsible for your own actions** — please ensure you feel comfortable with the distance, and you act responsibly. 🎒**What to Bring** * Small backpack * 1L of water * Lunch/snacks * Comfortable walking shoes * Rain jacket or umbrella ⭐**Participation** €10 per person, cash or via Revolut/Lydia at the end of the hike. See you there, Mihai.

📆 **Every Wednesday**, join an exclusive table of ambitious founders in a handpicked venue. 💡 *You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.* **Choose your circle wisely — it will shape your future.** 🔗 Application required: [thefiveclub.co](https://thefiveclub.co) *** 🥂 **Every Wednesday**, join a table of **6 inspiring founders**, carefully selected for you. 😌 A relaxed atmosphere, no pressure. 🤝 The goal: build genuine affinities, friendships, and long-lasting connections. *** 🔍 **How it works:** 🔴 Sign Up & Apply on : [thefiveclub.co](thefiveclub.co) 1️⃣ Pick a Wednesday and confirm your **membership** to join the club 2️⃣ Invite members you've previously met at afterworks or dinners 3️⃣ 24h before, you’ll receive the 📍 **restaurant address** and 🧑‍💼 **participant list** (bios + LinkedIn) 4️⃣ On the day: come as you are — we handle the 🍽️ booking, 🛠️ logistics, and ✨ ambiance 5️⃣ After the dinner: Add to your circle the founders you connected with most, 6️⃣ Reinvite them to future dinners or reconnect via curated events in the app 📲 ***

🌳 🌳 🌳 C’est la forêt la plus proche de Paris, à seulement 6 km de ses portes. Avec ses 1 100 hectares, soit 250 ha de plus que le bois de Boulogne, ses 55 km de pistes forestières aux pentes parfois abruptes et ses nombreux étangs, la forêt de Meudon possède tous les atouts pour une escapade au grand air, avec en prime quelques pépites comme ses menhirs . 🌳 🌳 🌳 🕘 **Départ : Rendez-vous 09h45 à la Gare de Montparnasse** en tête de quai du train en direction de Rambouillet (transilien N). Le train partira à 10h05. Arrivée à la gare de Viroflay Rive Gauche à 10h26. Si jamais tu ne trouves pas le groupe : le numéro de Guillaume est le 06 27 51 26 50 Retour : Par le train de 15h16 de la gare de Meudon (transilien N), **arrivée à la Gare de Montparnasse à 15h34.** 💡 Si tu as un passe Navigo le transport est gratuit sinon l'aller-retour te coûtera 5€ au maximum pour l'achat de deux tickets. 🌳 🌳 🌳 💡 Pour ton confort et ta sécurité n'oublie pas de prendre : * des vêtements adaptés * des chaussures de randonnée * suffisamment d'eau * un pique-nique pour la pause déjeuner * un sac pour emporter ses déchets * un isolant pour s'asseoir par terre * ta bonne humeur :) \>\> En t'inscrivant tu acceptes [les conditions générales](https://e.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=Nw8y6alK) de Plein air Paris <<

Sur une 1/2 journée après-midi, une envie de convivialité pour créer/ renforcer les liens ... et traiter avec un peu de légèreté des sujets sérieux (ou pas) qui nous intéressent. **Pour QUI ? Ouvert à tous, agile ou pas 😀** * Si tu connais Agile Tribu : c'est pour toi ! * Si tu ne connais pas Agile Tribu : c'est aussi pour toi ! *N'hésite pas à passer une tête (même juste 1h), tu n'es pas à l'abri t'y plaire.* C'est encore plus sympa si tu viens avec des sujets à discuter : * des trucs que tu as appris en 2025 * ce qui t'inspire en ce moment * ce que tu aimerais mettre en pratique en 2026 * un spectacle, un film, une série, un bouquin, une video, une image (à recommander ou à éviter), etc * n'importe quoi d'autre ... et viens aussi avec : * ton humeur du moment (bonne ou moins bonne) * ton sourire et ton NRGy * des jeux à tester (jeux de société, jeux sérieux...) * un truc à partager (sucré et/ou salé) pour picorer

SKI EXPAT ⛷️❄️ 📍 La Plagne, French Alps 📅 March 14–21, 2026 👥 Around 400 expected participants An international week in the mountains bringing together expats, internationals and French people in a friendly, cosmopolitan and festive atmosphere. All ages and all skiing levels are welcome, beginners included. For more information, practical details and updates, join the WhatsApp group here: 👉 http://polyglotclub.com/SkiExpat See you soon 😉

**⚔️ Introduction to Wargaming & Painting Miniature Soldiers at The Arcane Foundry ⚔️** Join me in **The War Room at [The Arcane Foundry](https://share.google/S5i6DYJnJteHWeKtd)** for a laid-back evening of hobby talk and tabletop fun! For just **$15**, you’ll get a **3D-printed regiment of 20 high quality resin models** of your choice to paint — a **$40 value!** Bring your creativity, relax, and let’s make something awesome together. **Choose one from Below:** * 20 Orc Warriors * 20 Empire Soldiers * 20 Dwarf Warriors * 20 Elf Spearmen Step into a world where strategy meets artistry — and where every painted figure tells a story of battle, honor, and imagination. Join **Daclaud** at **The Arcane Foundry** for an evening that introduces newcomers and enthusiasts alike to the timeless craft of **tabletop wargaming** and **miniature painting**. My own journey began with a fascination for fantasy — knights in armor, grim and hardened warriors, and monstrous creatures locked in epic battle. That passion led me to **Dungeons & Dragons**, where I painted my first **Basic Heroes set** and felt the spark that comes from bringing a character to life in miniature form. Not long after, I discovered **Warhammer Fantasy** and **Warhammer 40,000**, and I was hooked. The vision of vast armies clashing across the table — each unit meticulously painted, each story unfolding through dice and imagination — became my creative obsession. During this event, we’ll explore the **origins of wargaming**, from its early military simulations to the richly detailed worlds of modern tabletop battle systems. You’ll learn how to **build and customize your own armies**, paint your first figures, and experience the joy of turning strategy and storytelling into a hands-on art form. Whether you’re drawn by the lore, the hobby, or the thrill of commanding miniature legions, this introduction will open the gates to a world that has captivated hobbyists for generations. **🎨 RSVP today and join us at The Arcane Foundry — where every brushstroke and battle tells a story.**

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

Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it? How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp. This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above. There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change. The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/). Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers. For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.

Meet in front of the Nature Center