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**Hello there!** Our Face-to-Face Afternoon Classes are back this May in London! Are you learning English as a second language and looking for an opportunity to practise your English? Interested in **free, in-person classes**? We’ve got you covered! Here at **Stafford House,** our teachers-in-training are gaining hands-on experience by teaching enthusiastic English learners. Each lesson is interactive and fun, with plenty of opportunities to practise speaking, meet other learners, and improve your English along the way. We also offer **free online English classes**. Check out our other events for more information! Please see the **updated** details below! 🕑 **When:** From **4th May - 28th May (4 weeks)** ➡️**Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays** 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ➡️**Fridays** 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m 📍 **Where:** Stafford House London, 2 Southampton Place, WC1A 2DA (just 2 minutes from Holborn Station) 📚 **Level: Both levels available** **\- Pre\-Intermediate \(A2\-B1\)** **\- Upper\-Intermediate \(B2\)** Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive **15- 30 minutes early** to secure your spot. We will ask for your name and email upon arrival. *Please note⚠️ confirming attendance on Meetup does not guarantee a place in the classroom.* **Please note that class times or dates may occasionally change due to the nature of the course. If this happens, we will inform you by email.** We look forward to seeing you all very soon! Got Questions? send us an email at [[teachertraining@staffordhouse.com](mailto:teachertraining@staffordhouse.com)]

Let's read Modern Standard Arabic together and help each other. This get-together continues weekly. Please disregard attendee numbers, as most members come without registering here. There is no charge for this time together.

This a BSL practice group for level 1 students and above. We will be meeting at the national theatre in southbank

**FREE FOR MEMBERS, REGISTER WHEN YOU ARRIVE!** English conversation group for non-native speakers. Join us for 1 hr 30 minutes of varied, interactive, fun and creative English conversation practice. This is a free group which runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Living Room Club Glendale Grove. You will have the opportunity to meet new people, build friendships and improve your spoken English. For further details contact Neide at 07585 560 345

🎉 Come along to the London Scala Talks! 🎉 In this event you'll hear from Caroline Morton and Katrina Petrevice. **Agenda** 6:00pm - 🥤 Doors open. Come along and grab a drink! 6:35pm - 🗣️ Introduction 6:40pm - 🗣️ Katrina Petrevice: Caching in Scala using Ref 7:20pm - 🍕 Intermission: Join us for some free food and drinks! Vegan and vegetarian options are provided. Let us know if you'd like something special - we'd be happy to accommodate. 7:50pm - 🗣️ Caroline Morton: Accidental Functional Programming in Rust (From an Epidemiologist's Perspective) 8:30pm - 🥤 Socialising: Grab a drink and let's discuss the talks. 9:00pm - 🍻 Join us in a pub to discuss the talks! 🌐 **This event may have a live stream** Watch this space for more details. **🗣️ Katrina Petrevice: Caching in Scala using Ref** Caching in memory is often one of the first strategies used to improve system performances. However, implementing caching in a purely functional way introduces unique challenges, specifically around state management and testability. In this talk, we will look at how to utilise functional programming principles with [Ref](https://typelevel.org/cats-effect/docs/std/ref), while maintaining clarity and composability. We will also deep dive into some common pitfalls and look into practical ways to test Ref effectively. ⭐ Katrina Petrevice ⭐ Katrina comes from a non–computer science background and was first introduced to Scala while working at JPMorgan. She credits much of her Scala knowledge to hands-on experience within her team, where she works on building and maintaining data pipelines and managing data systems. Since then, she has developed a strong interest in functional programming and now co-leads the Functional Programming Group at JPMorgan, where she helps share knowledge and foster a community around these ideas. **🗣️ Caroline Morton: Accidental Functional Programming in Rust (From an Epidemiologist's Perspective)** I don't have a background in functional programming - and I never set out to write it. But somewhere between writing trait-based epidemiological pipelines, composing data transformations, and leaning hard on Result, enums, and pattern matching, I started hearing from others: “That's pretty functional.” In this talk, I'll explore what it means to write “functional-ish” Rust as someone solving real-world scientific problems. I'll walk through the patterns I reach for - like chaining iterators, avoiding shared state, and embracing expressive types - and reflect on which functional programming ideas emerge naturally in Rust, even if you're not trying. I'll also share how designing for epidemiologists - most of whom are used to chaining functions in Python (like Pandas) or R - has pushed me toward creating ergonomic Rust APIs with Python and R bindings. These tools aim to feel familiar to scientists while leveraging Rust's power and safety under the hood. This is a talk for functional programmers curious about Rust, and for Rustaceans wondering if they've been functional all along. No formal theory required - just real code, real use cases, and a pragmatic perspective from someone building public health tools in Rust. ⭐ Caroline Morton ⭐ Dr. Caroline Morton is a medical doctor, epidemiologist, software engineer, and PhD candidate specialising in synthetic data, epidemiology, and Rust. With 60 peer-reviewed papers and two books on software, she combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to improving scientific workflows. Caroline co-founded the first [Women in Rust](https://www.meetup.com/women-in-rust/) group, fostering diversity and encouraging more women to explore opportunities in systems programming. She leads an open-source project improving codelist management in epidemiology using Rust, creating efficient, reliable tools for health data research. Her PhD focuses on synthetic data methods for epidemiology, particularly using Rust to generate large, realistic datasets. A strong advocate for open science and reproducibility, she contributes extensively to improving software practices through publications, workshops, and open-source projects. ———————————————————— 🗣️ Would you like to present, but are not sure how to start? Give a talk with us and you'll receive mentorship from a trained toastmaster! Get in touch through [this form](https://forms.gle/zv5i9eeto1BsnSwe8) and we'll get you started 🏡 Interested in hosting or supporting us? Please get in touch through [this form](https://forms.gle/3SX3Bm6zHqVodBaMA) and we can discuss how you can get involved. 📜 All London Scala User Group events operate under the [Scala Community Code of Conduct](https://www.scala-lang.org/conduct/). We encourage each of you to report the breach of the conduct, either anonymously through [this form](https://forms.gle/9PMMorUWgBnbk1mm6) or by contacting one of our team members. We guarantee privacy and confidentiality, as well as that we will take your report seriously and react quickly.

Want to feel more confident in English? Join our friendly group classes and practise in a relaxed, supportive environment. ✔ Improve your grammar and comprehension ✔ Build your vocabulary and speaking skills ✔ Meet new people while learning ✔ Gain a certificate for good attendance ✔ Classes are completely **free** because the teachers are training with the University of Cambridge accredited CELTA course No cost. No pressure. Just real learning, face-to-face. 📅 Mondays & Wednesdays 🕡 6:30 – 8:30 pm 📍24 Great Chapel St. London W1F 8FS (near Tottenham Court rd) ✅ Everyone welcome!

We're delighted to announce an exciting LSCC event on Wednesday 13th May, in partnership with our friends at Zopa Bank! Join us at the Zopa Canary Wharf office in London for this session and get the chance to flex your architectural design muscles! "So how are we supposed to get great architects, if they only get the chance to architect fewer than a half-dozen times in their career?" — Ted Neward. This quote highlights the need for practice, which is what our LSCC architecture katas provide: a safe, repeatable way to hone your software architecture design skills by simulating architectural challenges. **What's the format?** You'll be split into groups and have a business problem to solve. You'll be tasked with designing a technical architecture to meet that problem context. As with real-life you'll have to manage various trade-offs in your design and interact with a Product Owner to clarify your questions. At the end of the task each team will showcase their architecture and technology choices back to the wider group as part of a group discussion. Whether you're a seasoned coder, software architect or new to the scene, you're invited to share insights, discuss best practices, and learn from fellow participants. No prior session attendance or architecture knowledge is required – just bring your enthusiasm. No laptop is required for this session, we'll provide each group with paper, pens and sticky notes to support the activity. Thank you to the Codurance team that will run the event at Zopa Bank's office. Find out more at https://www.codurance.com/ Food and drinks will be provided with vegetarian, vegan and non-alcoholic options available - thanks to Zopa Bank for sponsoring refreshments and hosting in their great office. **About Zopa** Founded in 2020 with a full banking licence and backed by some of Silicon Valley’s most iconic investors, digital bank Zopa is building the Home of Money. This is a place where financial products deliver good value and managing money is made effortless; deep and long-lasting relationships mean customers are left confident about their choices. One of the UK’s highest rated and most celebrated financial brands, Zopa has been recognised with over 10 British Bank Awards, holds a Trustpilot rating of 4.6/5, and has one of the highest customer satisfaction scores in the industry. Zopa Bank Limited is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. https://www.zopa.com/ We look forward to seeing you soon!

**Hello there!** Our Face-to-Face Afternoon Classes are back this May in London! Are you learning English as a second language and looking for an opportunity to practise your English? Interested in **free, in-person classes**? We’ve got you covered! Here at **Stafford House,** our teachers-in-training are gaining hands-on experience by teaching enthusiastic English learners. Each lesson is interactive and fun, with plenty of opportunities to practise speaking, meet other learners, and improve your English along the way. We also offer **free online English classes**. Check out our other events for more information! Please see the **updated** details below! 🕑 **When:** From **4th May - 28th May (4 weeks)** ➡️**Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays** 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ➡️**Fridays** 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m 📍 **Where:** Stafford House London, 2 Southampton Place, WC1A 2DA (just 2 minutes from Holborn Station) 📚 **Level: Both levels available** **\- Pre\-Intermediate \(A2\-B1\)** **\- Upper\-Intermediate \(B2\)** Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive **15- 30 minutes early** to secure your spot. We will ask for your name and email upon arrival. *Please note⚠️ confirming attendance on Meetup does not guarantee a place in the classroom.* **Please note that class times or dates may occasionally change due to the nature of the course. If this happens, we will inform you by email.** We look forward to seeing you all very soon! Got Questions? send us an email at [[teachertraining@staffordhouse.com](mailto:teachertraining@staffordhouse.com)]

**[Eng] (Ezt követően magyar nyelven)** Welcome to the MoHu (Monthly Hungarian Professionals Meetup)! This group is for Hungarian professionals living in London/UK who are interested in networking, socialising, and sharing their culture. We aim to organise drinks and other events monthly for Hungarian professionals to connect. We also accept new-gen Hungarians, i.e. those Hungarians who grew up outside of Hungary or those who come from broader ethnic backgrounds who grew up in Hungary or share Hungarian heritage. We aim to create an inclusive Hungarian community in London/UK. **★Join our WhatsApp Group** We will accept only those who are part of this Meetup group. [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkZsvF99nT3LwRaSVNXPJx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkZsvF99nT3LwRaSVNXPJx) **★Criteria for joining MoHu** You need to meet at least one of the following requirements: * You are a Hungarian professional living in or visiting London or the UK * You are a professional with some type of Hungarian background (You can be mixed-race or ethnically non-Hungarian but share the Hungarian heritage. For example, you are ethnically not Hungarian but speak Hungarian because you grew up in Hungary. Another example is you were raised by (a) Hungarian parent(s) outside of Hungary.) \*If you are unsure if you meet any of these criteria, please contact us to check. **★Common language** * We encourage everyone to speak in Hungarian during an event. However, aiming to be a more inclusive Hungarian group, we expect all members to accept English as well (considering new-gen Hungarians). **★What to expect on the day of the picnic** * Bring your drinks, food and snacks as you like (if you can bring your blanket, everyone will appreciate it too!) * Location: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/axPK89pEm9evuPP9A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/axPK89pEm9evuPP9A) * **If it rains, we will meet at a pub instead (please keep an eye on our messages on the Whatsapp Group):** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkZsvF99nT3LwRaSVNXPJx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkZsvF99nT3LwRaSVNXPJx) **[Hun]** Üdvözlünk a MoHu-n (Monthly Hungarian Professionals Meetup)! Ez a csoport Londonban/az Egyesült Királyságban élő magyar szakemberek számára jött létre, akik szeretnének kapcsolatokat építeni, ismerkedni és megosztani a kultúrájukat. Célunk, hogy havonta szervezzünk italos összejöveteleket és más eseményeket, ahol a magyar szakemberek találkozhatnak. Szívesen fogadjuk az új generációs magyarokat is, azaz azokat, akik Magyarországon kívül nőttek fel, vagy akik szélesebb etnikai háttérrel rendelkeznek, Magyarországon nőttek fel, vagy osztoznak a magyar örökségben. Célunk egy befogadó magyar közösség létrehozása Londonban/az Egyesült Királyságban **★Csatlakozz WhatsApp csoportunkhoz** Csak azokat fogadjuk el, akik tagjai ennek a Meetup csoportnak. [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkZsvF99nT3LwRaSVNXPJx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkZsvF99nT3LwRaSVNXPJx) **★Csatlakozási feltételek a MoHu-hoz** Legalább az alábbi feltételek egyikének meg kell felelned: * Magyar szakember vagy, aki Londonban vagy az Egyesült Királyságban él, vagy látogatóban van. * Szakember vagy, aki valamilyen magyar háttérrel rendelkezik (Lehetsz vegyes származású vagy etnikailag nem magyar, de osztozol a magyar örökségben. Például, etnikailag nem vagy magyar, de beszélsz magyarul, mert Magyarországon nőttél fel. Egy másik példa, ha magyar szülő(k) által lettél nevelve Magyarországon kívül.) \*Ha nem vagy biztos benne, hogy megfelelsz-e ezeknek a feltételeknek, kérjük, lépj kapcsolatba velünk ellenőrzés céljából." **★Mit várhatsz a piknik napján** * Hozzatok magatokkal innivalót, ennivalót és nassolnivalót, amit csak szeretnétek – ha van pikniktakarótok, azt is szívesen látjuk! * Helyszín: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/axPK89pEm9evuPP9A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/axPK89pEm9evuPP9A) * **Ha esik az eső, akkor helyette egy pubban találkozunk (kérlek, figyeld az üzeneteinket a WhatsApp-csoportban):** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkZsvF99nT3LwRaSVNXPJx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkZsvF99nT3LwRaSVNXPJx)

Just putting in something for everyone who would like to join some evening 17th May celebrations for Norway's Constitution Day. For those free earlier in the afternoon, the formal celebrations are taking place in Southwark Park: https://17mai.london/programme/

9:30-10:00 Doors open / Registration 10:00-11:30 Free English Classes https://freeenglishclasses.org/caterham

### 🇫🇷 Practise real-life travel French in a cosy café setting in London Planning a trip to France soon? Whether you're visiting **Paris**, exploring the countryside, or simply want to feel more confident using French while travelling, this interactive session will help you practise the **essential phrases and situations you’ll actually need abroad.** Join us for a relaxed **1-hour French conversation session** hosted by **Babel Social** at a cosy café-restaurant in London. In this small-group experience, you’ll practise the key expressions travellers use every day in France — from **ordering food and asking for directions to interacting naturally with locals**. The session is led by an experienced French teacher who will guide the conversation in a supportive and friendly way while you enjoy the atmosphere of a real café setting. This is not a traditional classroom lesson. Instead, you’ll learn through **real conversation, practical scenarios, and social interaction.** 🥐 What to Expect • A welcoming **small group** • A cosy **café setting for authentic practice** • Practical travel phrases and useful vocabulary • Plenty of **speaking time in a relaxed atmosphere** • The chance to **meet other French learners in London** • A **short vocabulary guide** to take home • Guidance from an **experienced French teacher** Expect around **70% French**, with support and explanations whenever needed. 💰 **Price & Booking** • **£25 per person** for a **1-hour session** • **Food and drinks are not included** in the price To join, **confirmation is required** either via: • [Eventbrite booking](https://BabelSo.eventbrite.com) • Private message Once you confirm your place, you will receive the full event details. Please note that **once booked, the session is non-refundable and payment is due**, as places are limited and groups are kept small. 🍽️ Food & Drink Food and drinks are **not included in the ticket price**. You’re welcome to order something during the session if you wish — many participants enjoy a coffee, pastry, or light snack while practising. Please feel free to order within your own budget. 📍 Location TBD 👥 Who Is This For? This experience is ideal for: • Beginners or improvers who can introduce themselves in French • People planning a **trip to France** • Learners who want **practical, real-life language practice** • Anyone looking for a **social language experience in London** 🎓 Your Teacher The session will be led by an **experienced French teacher** specialising in conversational and practical language learning. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to practise speaking, ask questions, and build confidence in a supportive small group. 🌍 About Babel Social **Babel Social** creates small, curated language experiences in London where people can meet, connect, and practise languages in real-life settings. We believe the best way to learn a language is through **conversation, culture, and community**. No classrooms. No pressure. Just **coffee, conversation, and confidence.** Book your tickets here before they sell out: https://BabelSo.eventbrite.com

**Hello there!** Our Face-to-Face Afternoon Classes are back this May in London! Are you learning English as a second language and looking for an opportunity to practise your English? Interested in **free, in-person classes**? We’ve got you covered! Here at **Stafford House,** our teachers-in-training are gaining hands-on experience by teaching enthusiastic English learners. Each lesson is interactive and fun, with plenty of opportunities to practise speaking, meet other learners, and improve your English along the way. We also offer **free online English classes**. Check out our other events for more information! Please see the **updated** details below! 🕑 **When:** From **4th May - 28th May (4 weeks)** ➡️**Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays** 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ➡️**Fridays** 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m 📍 **Where:** Stafford House London, 2 Southampton Place, WC1A 2DA (just 2 minutes from Holborn Station) 📚 **Level: Both levels available** **\- Pre\-Intermediate \(A2\-B1\)** **\- Upper\-Intermediate \(B2\)** Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive **15- 30 minutes early** to secure your spot. We will ask for your name and email upon arrival. *Please note⚠️ confirming attendance on Meetup does not guarantee a place in the classroom.* **Please note that class times or dates may occasionally change due to the nature of the course. If this happens, we will inform you by email.** We look forward to seeing you all very soon! Got Questions? send us an email at [[[teachertraining@staffordhouse.com](mailto:teachertraining@staffordhouse.com)]

**The creative practice of writing thought experiments gives you the opportunity to:** * investigate ideas (old and new) * work your imagination * write creatively and playfully * produce compelling conversation starters that you can share with friends and strangers to provoke great discussions Over the past 3 years, I've written over 200 thought experiments and learned a lot along the way. [Here's a bit more about why I enjoy the practice.](https://experimentsingroupwisdom.substack.com/p/writing-thought-experiments) **In this workshop,** I'll share my process and together we'll create new thought experiments by: * Identifying areas of interest * Gathering ingredients for thought experiments * Imagining scenarios * Constructing narratives * Generating relevant, thought provoking questions * Participating in a round of small group discussions - you can volunteer your new thought experiment, or if you'd rather, you can pick one out of the hat. **By the end of the evening** **we'll have** * had some thought provoking conversations * become familiar with a new method for creative thinking * written our own original material for future group discussions :-) Although we’ll be learning a new technique we'll also be aiming to have **an enjoyable evening, with good humour and fun**. This will be less like school and more like a fun TEiP night out with an additional creative twist. **Who should come:** Everyone! We believe that the more perspectives, the richer the conversation. This group is not about being experts, it is about thinking creatively together and learning new ways to develop and communicate ideas. **Tickets** Space is limited (15-20) people and tickets are £15. I'd like to make this event accessible, so if cost is a barrier, please send me a DM. **Where we'll meet:** The Fitzroy Tavern in Fitzrovia. The nearest Tube stations are Goodge Street and Tottenham Court Road. We'll be upstairs in the Private Dining Room. Looking forward to meeting & talking with you! Bonny **[SUBSTACK](https://experimentsingroupwisdom.substack.com/) -** newsletter and further reflections on these events **[WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/D13LHw5BV3rEtUtO3ORklC)** \- stay in the loop **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/thoughtexperimentsinpubs/)** & **[FACEBOOK](www.facebook.com/thoughtexperimentsinpub)** \- see what we look like **[WEBSITE](www.alltogether.one)** \- everything else #philosophyinpubs #inclusivity #openmindedness #creativewriting #community #newskills

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** TBD **YouTube Link** TBD