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Early-stage founders move faster when they validate smarter. This hands-on session walks through a simple, repeatable process for using AI to validate any startup idea in minutes. You'll learn how to clarify your concept, identify real customers, map competitors, and avoid the most common mistakes founders make. The session also includes a live demonstration of how AI can streamline validation and help you make confident go/no-go decisions. If you're looking for a smart, fast way to validate your startup idea, this event is for you! **❯ RSVP now at 👉** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134) to get your link and join us live!** **❯❯ What You'll Learn:** * Discover how to quickly validate your startup concept with AI, ensuring you're on the right track. * Learn how to identify and engage real customers to solve actual pain points. * Understand how to analyze competitors and refine your offering to stand out in the market. * Gain the tools to make confident go/no-go decisions, minimizing risk and maximizing success. **❯❯ Featured Expert:** * **[Scott Ford](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsford/) \- Co\-founder & CEO @ [SparkRockets](https://app.sparkrockets.com/?utm_source=fivalidate):** Scott is a growth-focused executive with experience scaling businesses from $7M to over $1.2B in SaaS, AI, and medical devices. As former COO of Techstars, he helped drive revenue from $20M to $80M globally, and at ZOLL Medical, he contributed to scaling a division from $7M to $50M, leading to a $2.2B acquisition. Currently, he co-leads SparkRockets, an AI-powered business validation platform. He specializes in go-to-market strategy, P&L management, and building high-performing teams, while mentoring emerging innovators at CU Boulder. His expertise lies in leading through change, scaling operations, and aligning cross-functional teams for growth. **❯❯ Who Should Attend?** * Early-stage founders looking to validate their startup ideas. * Aspiring founders with a new business concept they want to bring to life. * Entrepreneurs at the ideation stage seeking to refine their offerings. * Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday. **Additional Resources:** Find more [Startup Events](https://fi.co/events), learn about the [Entrepreneur DNA test](https://dna.fi.co/) or [sign up for the Insights Newsletter](https://fi.co/subscribe) to get the latest startup tips and trends. **❯ RSVP now at 👉** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134) to get your link and join us live!**

English (scroll down for Spanish).... run on empty streets with FitFam! All levels are welcome! When: Thursday at 6:30am. Please arrive at 6:25am to find the group and begin the run promptly at 6:30. Español..... Trotar por las calles vacías con FitFam! Todos los niveles son bienvenidos! Cuando: Jueves a las 6:30am. Por favor llegar a las 6:25am para encontrar al grupo y así partir puntualmente a las 6:30.

SPanglish Party Summertime Funtime Series vol 2.0 📅 Jan 15, Thursday ⏰ 7 PM – 1 AM 📍 Bar Calabria, constitution 61, providencia 🌍 7 PM – 10 PM Language exchange, games & good vibes 🎲🖼️ ART • GAMES • FUN 🔥 Party starts at 10 PM Despedida Stacy 🍹 FREE ENTRANCE 🍸 Drink specials / happy hour Music. Culture. Connection. Come celebrate Christmas the SPanglish way 🎶✨

Where: Meet inside of Juan Pablo II park on the steps in front of Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario Church. Donde: dentro del Parque Juan Pablo II en las escaleras al frente de la Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario. What to bring: Water. Gloves are optional (we will do exercises on the grass, stairs, etc.) Que traer; Agua. Guantes son opcionales (haremos ejercicios varios en el pasto, escaleras, etc.)

# 🇪🇸 **VIVETHINK PARTY LANGUAGE EXCHANGE – INTERCAMBIO DE IDIOMAS** ¡Bienvenidos a la experiencia Vivethink, el evento que está revolucionando Santiago! **DE 7:00 PM A 10:00 PM:** Vivethink Language Exchange **DE 10:00 PM A 3:00 AM:** Vivethink Party Si estás aprendiendo inglés, portugués o francés y no tienes con quién practicar, este es tu lugar. Si quieres bailar, divertirte, conocer gente de todo el mundo y conectar mientras mejoras tu inglés, este es **EL** lugar. Vivethink cuenta con karaoke, juegos de mesa, ping pong, mesa de pool, mini soccer, bar, restaurant, arcade **+ FIESTA de 10:00 PM a 3:00 AM**, profesores de inglés y español, y dos ambientes: ✨ Zona de fiesta para soltar toda la energía. 🤫 Zona tranquila para conversar sin ruido. **¿Quién puede venir?** Cualquiera que quiera practicar, mejorar o empezar desde cero. Aquí tu nivel no importa: tendrás actividades para romper el hielo, apoyo de profes y un ambiente épico para conocer gente nueva y pasarlo increíble. **¿Dónde lo hacemos?** En un espacio privado, **NO en bares**. Nada de ruido insoportable, nada de obligación a consumir del menú. Aquí vienes a conversar, conectar y disfrutar. Tu entrada incluye **una bebida (con o sin alcohol, +18)**, un snack o un regalo misterioso. **¿Puedes venir solo?** ¡Obvio! La mayoría viene sola. En pocos minutos ya haces amigos de todo el mundo, esa es la experiencia Vivethink. Aun así, si vienes con amigos, ¡mucho mejor! 🙂 **Y cuando termina el intercambio…** 🔥 **¡COMIENZA LA FIESTA!** **DE 10:00 PM A 3:00 AM (entrada adicional)** Sí, todos los participantes de Vivethink nos quedamos a bailar y a pasarla bien. +18. ¡Hasta el amanecer! Te esperamos. No te lo pierdas. *** 🇺🇸 **VIVETHINK PARTY LANGUAGE EXCHANGE** Welcome to the Vivethink experience, the event that’s revolutionizing Santiago! **FROM 7:00 PM TO 10:00 PM:** Language Exchange **FROM 10:00 PM TO 3:00 AM:** Vivethink Party If you’re learning English, Portuguese, or French and don’t have anyone to practice with, this is the place for you. If you want to dance, have fun, meet people from all over the world, and connect while improving your English, this is **THE** place. Vivethink features karaoke, board games, ping pong, pool table, mini soccer, bar, restaurant, arcade **+ a PARTY from 10:00 PM to 3:00 AM**, English and Spanish teachers, and two different areas: ✨ Party zone to release all your energy. 🤫 Quiet zone to talk without noise. **Who can join?** Anyone who wants to practice, improve, or start from scratch. Your level doesn’t matter here: you’ll find icebreaker activities, teacher support, and an epic atmosphere to meet new people and have an amazing time. **Where is it?** In a private venue, **NOT in bars**. No unbearable noise, no pressure to buy from the menu. You come here to talk, connect, and enjoy. Your ticket includes **one drink (with or without alcohol, 18+)**, a snack, or a mystery gift. **Can you come alone?** Of course! Most people come alone. Within minutes, you’ll be making friends from all over the world—that’s the Vivethink experience. Still, if you come with friends, even better 🙂 **And when the exchange ends…** 🔥 **THE PARTY BEGINS!** **FROM 10:00 PM TO 3:00 AM (additional ticket required)** Yes, all Vivethink participants stay to dance and have fun. 18+. Until sunrise! We’re waiting for you. Don’t miss it.

**Join us for an uplifting and mindful walk in the park — a chance to pause, breathe, and reconnect.** By slowing down our pace, tuning into our senses, and noticing the quiet signals that nature offers us, we create space to reconnect with our inner rhythm and the world around us. During this experience, you’ll move through a series of short, guided walking explorations. Each prompt invites you to explore both the inner and outer landscape at your own pace. After each walk, we’ll come together for gentle moments of reflection, with optional sharing for those who feel like expressing whatever arose, before moving into the next exploration. This mindful walk is ideal for anyone who wants to: * slow down and take a meaningful break from daily busyness; * reconnect with themselves and the natural world; * cultivate presence, creativity, and a sense of grounding; * enjoy warm, gentle group moments without pressure to share. **Practicalities** * Wear comfortable clothes and shoes — and come ready to move slowly, notice deeply, and let nature guide your attention. * If you have a wristwatch, please bring it, so you won’t need to use your phone during the practices. * Bring a pen and some paper for writing down insights. * Please adhere to our WhatsApp group where I share the updates about our gatherings: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JSwO2AvooDH9ivpouRubdd?mode=wwt](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JSwO2AvooDH9ivpouRubdd?mode=wwt) **Registration** * Registrations are open until **Friday, January 16th, 2026.** * Please register here (Name & Contact): [https://forms.gle/RCxB7zkweKJBDUU9A](https://forms.gle/RCxB7zkweKJBDUU9A) * And mark your attendance on the event’s Meetup page. * The meeting point will be shared with participants after registration. **Price** * 10.000 CLP **About the Facilitator** Marta’s mission is to facilitate safe spaces of presence, connection, and transformation. Her journey across four continents, in contact with diverse communities, social impact projects, and contemplative practices, has shaped the broad and deeply human perspective she brings today to the paths of self-knowledge. With training in coaching, mindfulness, and circle facilitation, she guides individual and collective processes in which each person is invited to slow down, listen inwardly, and gain clarity to walk authentically toward what they wish to manifest. LinkedIn Profile: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/martaganso/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/martaganso/) *Let´s explore our inner and outer nature together!*

Early-stage founders move faster when they validate smarter. This hands-on session walks through a simple, repeatable process for using AI to validate any startup idea in minutes. You'll learn how to clarify your concept, identify real customers, map competitors, and avoid the most common mistakes founders make. The session also includes a live demonstration of how AI can streamline validation and help you make confident go/no-go decisions. If you're looking for a smart, fast way to validate your startup idea, this event is for you! **❯ RSVP now at 👉** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134) to get your link and join us live!** **❯❯ What You'll Learn:** * Discover how to quickly validate your startup concept with AI, ensuring you're on the right track. * Learn how to identify and engage real customers to solve actual pain points. * Understand how to analyze competitors and refine your offering to stand out in the market. * Gain the tools to make confident go/no-go decisions, minimizing risk and maximizing success. **❯❯ Featured Expert:** * **[Scott Ford](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsford/) \- Co\-founder & CEO @ [SparkRockets](https://app.sparkrockets.com/?utm_source=fivalidate):** Scott is a growth-focused executive with experience scaling businesses from $7M to over $1.2B in SaaS, AI, and medical devices. As former COO of Techstars, he helped drive revenue from $20M to $80M globally, and at ZOLL Medical, he contributed to scaling a division from $7M to $50M, leading to a $2.2B acquisition. Currently, he co-leads SparkRockets, an AI-powered business validation platform. He specializes in go-to-market strategy, P&L management, and building high-performing teams, while mentoring emerging innovators at CU Boulder. His expertise lies in leading through change, scaling operations, and aligning cross-functional teams for growth. **❯❯ Who Should Attend?** * Early-stage founders looking to validate their startup ideas. * Aspiring founders with a new business concept they want to bring to life. * Entrepreneurs at the ideation stage seeking to refine their offerings. * Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday. **Additional Resources:** Find more [Startup Events](https://fi.co/events), learn about the [Entrepreneur DNA test](https://dna.fi.co/) or [sign up for the Insights Newsletter](https://fi.co/subscribe) to get the latest startup tips and trends. **❯ RSVP now at 👉** **[https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134](https://fi.co/startupwebinar/22134) to get your link and join us live!**

La adopción de IA generativa en la empresa exige más que solo desplegar modelos; requiere una arquitectura de gobierno que garantice control, soberanía y escalabilidad. Acompañanos en esta sesión técnica donde exploraremos cómo construir una plataforma de Model-as-a-Service (MaaS) utilizando el stack de Red Hat. Súmate a nuestro primer Red Hat User Group del año 2026 Al finalizar tendremos pizzas y bebestibles. 👉👉[ ](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3277100/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage)**[¡Regístrate aquí!](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3277100/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage)** ¡Te esperamos!

Join us for a Classic Movie Monday event to see one of the best comedy films of all time, ANNIE HALL! This Woody Allen classic stars Diane Keaton and follows a man who reflects on his relationship with an aspiring nightclub singer, which ended abruptly just like his previous marriages. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows Alvy Singer, a divorced Jewish comedian, reflects on his relationship with ex-lover Annie Hall, an aspiring nightclub singer, which ended abruptly just like his previous marriages. It is written/directed by Woody Allen and stars Diane Keaton (in a role written specifically for her), Woody Allen, Tony Roberts, Carol Kane, Paul Simon, Janet Margolin, Shelley Duvall, Christopher Walken and Colleen Dewhurst. Also keep an eye out for Beverly D’Angelo and Sigourney Weaver in her film debut! TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj4ZoeRMHwU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj4ZoeRMHwU) 2010 CBS Sunday Morning Interview with Diane Keaton on Woody Allen, “Annie Hall,” and marriage: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4CpyJhbXaM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4CpyJhbXaM) CELEBRATING DIANE KEATON: The film is part of the Drexel's “Starring Diane Keaton,” program, which celebrates the life of the legendary actress in January. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: ANNIE HALL was nominated for five Academy Awards, winning four: Best Picture, Best Director. Best Original Screenplay and Best Actress for Diane Keaton. It also won 4 BAFTAs (Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best Actress) and a Golden Globes Best for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical for Diane Keaton. It is regarded as the greatest comedy films ever made and ranks 31st on AFI's list of the 100 greatest films in American cinema, 4th on their list of the greatest comedy films and 28th on Bravo's "100 Funniest Movies." Film critic Roger Ebert called it "just about everyone's favorite Woody Allen movie.” PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby between 6:30 and 6:45pm! A full house is expected so early arrival is advised. We'll head into the theater by 6:50pm to get good seats. Be sure to mention you're with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Columbus City Brunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm the second & fourth Wednesday of every month at Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (HQ). Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens around 6:45pm. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Two Dollar Radio HQ! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! Other customers are welcome at Two Dollar HQ at the time, so please bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **ACCESSIBILITY:** Two Dollar Radio HQ's entrance door on Cline Street is wheelchair accessible, they have two gender-neutral bathrooms that are both wheelchair accessible, and their ordering and table-seating area is as well. Working service dogs are allowed. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Two Dollar Radio HQ does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public street parking on all surrounding streets, on both sides of Parsons Ave. You are also welcome to park in the Columbus Metropolitan Library parking lot across the street (1113 Parsons Ave). Two Dollar Radio HQ has a bike rack on the corner of Cline and Parsons, and the library has bike parking (across Parsons). * **FOOD/BEVERAGE:** Two Dollar Radio HQ is a bar and vegan cafe. Their food is 100% vegan and made from scratch, with love. They also serve a range of wine, beer, and cocktails, as well as coffees and teas. If you're able to, please consider thanking our venue by purchasing something!!

Let's have lunch at Uptown Westerville's newest restaurant. Ampersand is owned by the same couple who owns Asterisk. They are known for ramen, rice bowls, teriyaki and small plates.

Build your network the fun and productive way! We have had THOUSANDS of amazing connections created at our luncheons over the last 9 years! Join us at the brand new North High Brewing, in Downtown Dublin, every 3rd Monday from 11:30am-1pm! The address is: 56 N High St, Dublin, OH 43017 There is plenty of free parking across the street in the Library Parking lot! All are welcome, and there is no charge for the event. Just purchase your own lunch! Whether you are a new networker, or a seasoned networker, you'll feel welcome from the time you arrive, and leave energized with all of your new connections! Arrive at 11:30am to enjoy some open networking in a very cool location! At 11:45am, everyone will be seated, order their own meals, and get to know their new table-mates! Beginning at noon, we provide the opportunity for all participants to be introduced and welcomed to the group. Having a good conversation and want to stay longer? No problem, we have a private room, so stay as long as you like. We do have a limited amount of space, so RSVP right away and please honor your RSVP! I will keep an eye out and close off the event once we reach capacity. See you at lunch! By attending an event with the CONNECTED Networking Group, Become a Better Networker, and/or Chris Borja, you are granting permission to the CONNECTED Networking Group, Become a Better Networker, Chris Borja, and anyone authorized, to have unlimited right, without charge, to use your likeness in photos, videos, recordings and in all media now known or hereafter created to be used and distributed in perpetuity for promotional and publicity purposes. By attending an event you agree to release the CONNECTED Networking Group, Become a Better Networker, Chris Borja, and anyone authorized, their staff, board of directors, members and their partners from any liability.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 12:00 - quick intros. 12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Sunday!