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Swiss Usability Night
Bei der Swiss Usability Night hast du die Möglichkeit die Usability (Gebrauchstauglichkeit) von Softwarelösungen zu testen, die Ergebnisse zu teilen und gleichzeitig nette Leute kennenzulernen. Egal, ob du ein Technikliebhaber, ein Designenthusiast oder einfach nur neugierig bist - dieses Event ist für jeden geeignet!
**Was erwartet dich:**
* **Usability Tests:** Teste Softwareprodukte und teile dein Feedback. Deine Meinung hilft dabei, Produkte benutzerfreundlicher und intuitiver zu gestalten. Es hat 2 Test Sessions zu je 60 Minuten.
* **Verpflegung:** Für Apéro ist gesorgt und selbstverständlich gibt es eine Essenspause zwischen den Test Sessions.
* **Networking:** Knüpfe neue Kontakte, tausche Ideen aus, lerne interessante Menschen kennen
* **Spaß:** Entdecke Softwarelösungen und erlebe, wie deine Meinung direkt Einfluss darauf haben kann, wie sie sich entwickeln.
**Was du mitbringen solltest:**
* Neugierde und Offenheit für neue Erfahrungen
* Gute Laune und die Bereitschaft, deine Meinung zu teilen
**Anmeldung:**
Die Teilnahme am Usability Test Event ist kostenlos, aber die Plätze sind begrenzt. Melde dich daher am besten noch heute an, um dir deinen Platz zu sichern!
**Komm vorbei und sei Teil einer einzigartigen Gelegenheit, die Welt ein Stückchen benutzerfreundlicher zu machen! Wir freuen uns darauf, dich dort zu sehen!**
*Das Bild wurde mit Hilfe von DALL·E 3 erstellt.*
At Swiss Usability Night, you'll have the opportunity to test and share your thoughts on the usability of software solutions while meeting interesting people. Whether you're a tech lover, a design enthusiast, or just curious, this event is for everyone!
**What to expect:**
* **Usability tests:** Test software products and share your feedback. Your opinion helps make products more user-friendly and intuitive. There will be two 60-minute test sessions.
* **Refreshments:** Appetizers will be provided, and there will of course be a meal break between the test sessions.
* **Networking:** Make new contacts, exchange ideas, and meet interesting people.
* **Fun:** Discover software solutions and see how your opinion can directly influence how they are developed.
**What you should bring:**
* Curiosity and openness to new experiences.
* A positive attitude and a willingness to share your opinion.
**Registration:**
Participation in the usability test event is free, but places are limited. So register today to secure your spot!
Come by and be part of a unique opportunity to make the world a little more user-friendly! We look forward to seeing you there!
Swiss Healthspan Summit 26
**Healthspan will shape the next decades. Who will shape healthspan?**
Today, people in Switzerland spend on average 13 years with chronic and other severe diseases – and very few know this. During these years, quality of life declines, healthcare costs escalate, work productivity drops, and personal independence is lost.
We believe Switzerland sits on a huge opportunity to increase healthspan – the number of healthy years – from 71 to 76. With its global leadership in life sciences, healthcare, insurance, wealth management, and innovation, and a culture rooted in nature, movement, and quality of life, Switzerland has everything it needs to lead.
Healthspan is a measurable asset for our nation, our employers – and for each individual, one of life’s most valuable assets.
The first Swiss Healthspan Summit brings together stakeholders from science and different industries to initiate the path toward increasing healthspan in Switzerland.
Join us for an afternoon of bold ideas, cross-sector dialogue, and the beginning of something important – followed by apéro and networking with leading Swiss experts.
**DATE & LOCATION**
📅 Thursday 18\. June 2026 \| 13\.30 – 20:30\, Doors open 13\.00 for networking
📍 Mühle Tiefenbrunnen, Seefeldstrasse 233, 8008 Zurich
**PROGRAM**
**13:30 – 13:45 Welcome and Opening**
* “Switzerland’s 13 Lost Years”
* The Healthspan Reality Check. Anders Bally, PhD
**13:45 – 14:05 Keynote**
* The Science of Healthspan
* Prof. Dr. Christoph Handschin
**14:05 – 14:25 Keynote**
* The National Economic Importance of Healthspan
* Prof. Dr. oec. publ Simon Wieser
**14:30 – 15:20: Panel**
* The Role of Lifestyle for Increasing Healthspan
* Panel discussion on sleep, muscle, nutrition, stress, relationships, environment
**☕ 15:20 – 15.40 Break (20 min)**
**15:40 – 16:00 Keynote**
* The Role of Women’s Health in Extending Swiss Healthspan
* Prof. (UNIC) Dr. med. Bettina von Seefried
**16:00 – 16:20 Keynote**
* Longevity Risk and the Case for Wealthspan
* Nadine Esposito
**☕ 16:20 –16:40 Break (20 min)**
**16:40 – 17:40 Shaping Switzerland’s Healthspan Opportunity**
* Panel discussion on best practice and how to shape healthspan in Switzerland
**17:40 – 18:00 A draft call to Action and Closing Statement**
* Introducing an Initial Framework for Accelerating Healthspan in Switzerland
**🥂 18:00 – Apero & Strategic Networking**
**Join us for an inspiring afternoon!**
Sign up here: [https://health2wealth.org/product/swiss-healthspan-summit-2026/](https://health2wealth.org/product/swiss-healthspan-summit-2026/)
Zürich Poolside Chats : UX · Product · Research
### **Poolside Chats: Design, Research, Engineering & UX**
Join us for a relaxed summer gathering at one of Zurich’s local Badis.
This is a casual community meetup for designers, researchers developers, product managers, and other curious builders who enjoy thoughtful conversations, sharing ideas, and spending time outdoors.
We’ll gather by the pool to discuss topics such as:
* Passion projects
* Design, technology, and product thinking
* Ethical and responsible uses of AI
* Creativity, learning, and experimentation
* Personal philosophies and ways of working
* Interesting questions about the future
The format is intentionally informal. Feel free to join a conversation, listen, ask questions, or share something you’ve been exploring.
Need a break? Take a swim, cool off, and come back with a fresh perspective or a new idea to discuss.
This is not a recruiting event, job fair, or transactional networking meetup. While meaningful professional relationships may naturally develop over time, the purpose of the gathering is not to find clients, hire employees, or look for your next job. Instead, the goal is to create a welcoming space for genuine conversation, intellectual curiosity, and human connection.
Bring your curiosity, a towel, and whatever ideas have been occupying your mind lately.
\*Come to exchange ideas, not business cards.\*
ZurichJS Meetup: Beers, grills, and how to monetize
No slides, no schedule. We're meeting up for a relaxed ZurichJS summer meetup with drinks, barbecue, and people who build things.
If you’re shipping an AI tool, a vibe-coded side project, a SaaS product, or an existing app that could use a better business model, bring it along. We’ll hang out, compare notes, and brainstorm how to turn useful software into something that actually makes money.
Let's get the bbq going with beers and geeks.
Important: this is a potluck edition. Bring your preferred barbecue option (and maybe some extra to share if you want), some picnic blankets or picnic chairs, anything that you'd normally bring to a picnic. We're a big family at the end of the day 🫶
**Agenda**
* None whatsoever
**👉 [Event page](https://meetup.zurichjs.com/events/june-2026) \| Location Josefwiese**
**About the organizers**
* **[Bogdan Ilie](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilie-bogdan/)** is a user advocate. He's dipped his toes into Web Development, Technical Writing, Marketing, Design, and more. That makes him uniquely predisposed to identify improvement opportunities anywhere in the chain, or come up with unique solutions to problems. Nowadays, he's building websites and webapps at novu ag, using his beloved framework, Vue.
* **[Faris Aziz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/farisaziz12/)** is a front-end master and Staff Software Engineer at Smallpdf, after his Engineering management job at Navro, a fintech company in the UK. Faris is a mentor, conference speaker, and workshop instructor, most recently at CityJS and other major conferences. He has contributed to open-source projects like Raycast and has mentored on platforms like Mentor Cruise. His projects include work on GCN, Eurosport, Discovery+, Fiit (a top UK fitness app), and he was the founding engineer of Navro in London. He also serves as a technical mentor at the Bletchley Institute.
* **[Nadja Hesselbjerg](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadja-r%C3%B8mer-hesselbjerg-47002a12b/)** is a Zurich-based frontend developer with a flair for crafting sleek, user-friendly web experiences. With a passion for innovative UX/UI design, she transforms complex ideas into intuitive digital solutions. Her multicultural background adds a unique perspective to her work. When she's not coding, Nadja is likely exploring the latest design trends or enjoying the vibrant Swiss tech scene.
**Who are the awesome sponsors and partners?**
* This event is proudly sponsored by **[Stripe](https://stripe.com/en-ch?utm_campaign=EMEA_CH_en_Google_Search_Brand_Stripe_EXA-20937341005&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_content=731783359366&utm_term=stripe&utm_matchtype=e&utm_adposition=&utm_device=c&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20937341005&gbraid=0AAAAADKNRO468K1ubsCXjrC5Y6ppHhpCF&gclid=CjwKCAiAlfvIBhA6EiwAcErpyS79YH6vB5CKsabykbBD2P6B9fCIQc5mQfY-sHHxZgyb8Ff2zeBtfxoCttcQAvD_BwE)**, and ZurichJS is excited to be an official **Stripe Community Partner**. Stripe Communities are gathering in cities around the world — and Zurich is now one of them. Join us to connect with founders, developers, and entrepreneurs who are building on Stripe, shaping the future of payments, and pushing the web forward. Whether you're exploring your first integration or scaling a global product, you’ll be in good company.
* **[Fin](https://trust-fin.ch/?utm_source=zurichjs&utm_medium=sponsored_meetup&utm_campaign=zurichjs_partner_2026)** is your Tax advisor in Switzerland, guiding you through all the jargon and financial and tax matters. Expat? Easily file your Swiss Tax Return with
FIN. Trusted by ZurichJS members
* **[GYFF](https://www.getyourfreefast.ch/?utm_source=zurichjs&utm_medium=sponsored_meetup&utm_campaign=zurichjs_partner_2026)** is a Swiss platform that facilitates connections between IT experts and businesses, where they vet both the companies and the freelancers, so the collaboration goes smoothly.
**Get involved**
* Have an interesting idea?
* Something missing from all meetups in this space?
* Do you have feedback?
* Wanna buy us a coffee?
* **Got a venue idea?** We love rotating locations to showcase Zurich’s tech ecosystem. Reach out, we’re always scouting fresh spots for our upcoming events.
There are multiple ways to get in touch:
* **[conf.zurichjs.com](https://conf.zurichjs.com)** \- get your conference ticket and find out more\!
* **[meetup.zurichjs.com](https://meetup.zurichjs.com)** \- the source of truth for all things zurichjs\, including all social links to follow us and interact with us online
Our goal is to create a space where everyone can bring value and feel like they are getting something out of it.
We are open to sponsorships and partnerships, and we would appreciate you **sharing the event** and message us about opportunities.
We are also committed to fostering a respectful and psychologically safe space where anyone can share their ideas. If this is your first time speaking, or if you need help preparing for a talk, we are happy to offer guidance and support.
House Dance Class - Beginner
**Join the House Beginner Class at The Vibe!**
Whether you’ve never danced before or just want to move your body and have a good time, discover the soulful, rhythmic style of House Dance! This beginner class teaches foundational footwork, grooves, and freestyle moves to classic house music. No experience needed—just your energy and good vibe!
Your teacher Mike [(@mrbredydff](https://www.instagram.com/mrbredydff?igsh=M3ozeWRvNW5zN2pu)) will guide you through all the steps, help you feel the rhythm in your body, and hype you up from start to finish!
*Don’t be fooled by the number of people on the event page — our weekly crew ranges from 10 to 20 amazing humans: first-timers, regulars, and a few silent fans who never mark “going” but always show up 😉*
**Booking is mandatory!**
To secure your spot, please book in advance via our website:
[BOOK HERE](https://thevibedance.simplybook.it/v2/#book)
*Rates?*
💃 **Single Class: CHF 29**
**Special offer for NEW students: Starter Pack (2-Class) for CHF 35**
*When?*
**THURSDAY**
18:30 – 19:30 \| Beginner House
###
*Where?*
**The Vibe Dance Studio**
Hohlstrasse 488
8048 Zürich
(Just 3 minutes from Altstetten Train Station and 15 min from HB)
**More info:**
🌐 [thevibedance.ch](https://thevibedance.ch/)
📸 Instagram: [@mrbredydff](https://www.instagram.com/mrbredydff?igsh=M3ozeWRvNW5zN2pu)
[@thevibedance.ch](https://www.instagram.com/thevibedance.ch)
Got questions? DM us on Instagram or text or call:
📞 +41 78 329 71 77
**See you on the dance floor – let’s dance together!** 💥🫶💃
Business, Startup, & Investor BYOB Meetup
Entrepreneurs Zürich is taking our fantastic professional open-networking event outside this month to enjoy the beautiful summer weather at Rieterpark, Zürich.
Pick up your favorite beverage after work and head over to Rieterpark seating area to spend a few hours mingling outside with creative entrepreneurs as you expand your professional connections in Zürich.
"Entrepreneurs Community- Zürich" (powered by Entrepreneurs Community e.V.), is a german / english networking and mentoring event for founders, self-employed professionals, entrepreneurs, investors and those aspiring to start their own business and connect with like-minded individuals.
It’s all about your network!
The quality of the people around you determine the quality of your life.
Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or already an experienced entrepreneur, your network is crucial to your success.
Ambitious professionals at our events exchange insights on topics such as:
▪️ Startups, self-employment, entrepreneurship
▪️ Finance, investments, startup funding traction
▪️ Marketing, sales, customer and talent acquisition
▪️ E-commerce, online business
▪️ Artificial intelligence, technological innovations
▪️ Mindset, leadership, professional development
Our mission as a non-profit organization: We build local business communities across the DACH region to foster an entrepreneurial mindset and business relationships. We connect founders, young entrepreneurs, investors, and experienced experts, creating a platform to exchange knowledge, share experiences and learn from one another.
Would you like to become a mentor or a sponsor?
If you are interested in becoming our next mentor or sponsoring our event or association, please send us a message on WhatsApp.
Together, we strengthen entrepreneurship in the region!
Further Information:
▪️ Event Date: June 18, 2026
▪️ Location: Rieterpark close to Rietberg Museum
Gablerstrasse 15, 8002 Zürich · Zürich
How to find us
We will meet at the seating area in Rieterpark. It's located near Spielplatz 78b in Zürich.
▪️ Entry Fee: 25 CHF. Twint, bank transfer, and EXACT cash payments are accepted at the event check-in.
▪️ Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
▪️ With our new INMP method (Industry Networking, One-to-one Mentoring & Pitches), you can strategically build relevant connections, benefit from valuable insights from experienced mentors, and present your business or ideas in a pitch session.
▪️ Bonus: Exclusive LinkedIn group for all event participants – to connect and follow up after the event.
At the meetup, you might only speak with 5–6 people, but there are over 900+ interesting professionals in our WhatsApp group.
The following groups helps you connect with everyone you didn’t get a chance to talk to!
▪️ Social Media of our organization:
[https://www.linkedin.com/company/93137022/admin/dashboard](https://www.linkedin.com/company/93137022/admin/dashboard/)
For event activities and updates, please join our WhatsApp group:
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/JaOi2ewg46R6vejpCXpvdY](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JaOi2ewg46R6vejpCXpvdY)
Frequently Asked Questions – Entrepreneurs Community Zurich
Why is there an entry fee if you're a non-profit?
The fee helps us to:
Cover event costs
Attract serious participants
Respect the work behind the scenes
Invest in growing the community
Every cent goes back into building a strong and valuable network – for you.
Is there a presentation?
Unless we are meeting in Einstein Room at ETH, presenting is not possible at bars. Instead, you can have optional 1:1 conversations with our mentors – personal, practical and only if you want to.
Who can attend?
Anyone interested in entrepreneurship, startups, investments, online business – whether you're just getting started or already experienced.
Which language is the event held?
The event is bilingual: both German and English are spoken. Conversations happen flexibly, depending on who you're talking to.
What can I expect at the event?
You’ll experience our new INMP format:
Industry-specific Networking
Networking with 50+ participants
Mentoring sessions with experienced experts
Pitch opportunities to present your business or ideas
Important Notice of Consent
By participating in this event, you agree to photos of your likeness being shared on social media platforms\*.\* If you do not want your photos to be published, immediately inform the photographer or event organizer.
Entrepreneurs Community-Zürich powered by Entrepreneurs Community e.V.
M365 Community Schweiz 06/2026 (Hybrid)
Liebe Microsoft 365 Community Schweiz
Wir haben wieder ein spannendes Event geplant.
**Ort & Sprache:**
Ort: Isolutions AG, The Circle 38, 8058 Zürich (Hybrid mit Teams)
Sprache: DE
**Session 1: Excel automatisiert: Office Scripts & Power Automate**
Beschreibung: Excel ist ein grossartiges Tool, das fast jeder täglich nutzt – aber manuelle Datenpflege und Copy-Paste kosten unnötig Zeit. In dieser Session zeige ich, wie wir Excel nicht ersetzen, sondern auf das nächste Level heben. Mit der Kombination aus Office Scripts und Power Automate lassen sich Excel-Tabellen dynamisch auslesen, bearbeiten und nahtlos in automatisierte Cloud-Workflows integrieren. Komplett im Hintergrund. Keine graue Theorie, sondern echte Praxisbeispiele, die ihr sofort im Alltag anwenden könnt.
Speaker: [MVP Marcel Lehmann](https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelehmann/)
**Session 2: Copilot Cowork under the Hood**
Beschreibung: Ein Blick hinter die Kulissen von Copilot Cowork - Was geht heute, wo sind die Grenzen und wie setzen wir es in der Beratung ein inkl. Live-Demos aus dem Consulting-Alltag
Speaker: [David Zeiter](https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidzeiter/)
**Agenda:**
17:00 Welcome
17:30 Session 1
18:15 Session 2
19:00 Apéro und Community Austausch
20:00 End of Event
**Teams Link**
[https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/31793337332541?p=rQMt6X4gBOhrgIjWHS](https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/31793337332541?p=rQMt6X4gBOhrgIjWHS "Meeting join")
Innovation Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Beachvolley for Beginners at Sportplatz Buchlern 🏐
Hello everyone,
Welcome to this new beach volleyball openplay at Zürich Buchlern 🤗
During this event, you’ll have the chance to meet new people, play friendly matches and learn the basic techniques, if you wish.
This event is aimed at everyone that has never played before or a long time ago and is not sure to be able to pass the ball properly over the net or to someone. If you think you're comfortable playing, I invite you to join the advanced events of Marius: [https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-avsypajv/.](https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-avsypajv/.)
**Tips:**
\- Bring a water bottle \(there's a drinking fountain next to the courts\)
\- Bring **sunglasses**, sunscreen and a cap
\- The courts can usually be watered\, except in rare cases \- so it's good to bring suitable socks if it's hot
**Practical details and participation conditions:**
\- A small contribution is required for court rental and other organisational expenses\, please pay before the event via TWINT at \+41784053495 by **writing your name and date of the event** or cash the day of the event.
\- For any inquiries\, please **only message me on Meetup**
\- Please only sign up through Meetup for an easier organisation
\- Please cancel at least 24 hours in advance if you can’t make it\, so others can sign up or I can reschedule the session
\- If you don't cancel and do not show\, cover your share to keep it fair for everyone\.
\- If it's raining\, the event will be cancelled as it's difficult to book 2 indoor beach courts\.
**Price per person:** CHF 5
**!No shows!**
Lately, there has been quite some no-shows. Therefore, I remind you to sign out 24 hours before the event if you're not sure to come. So that people in the waiting list can join instead. The court is not free, any no-show means wasted cost. In case of a no-show and no payment, I have no choice but to impeach you from signing up again by excluding you from the group 😣
🏐 Beach Volleyball Training and Games for Beginners – with Guest Coach Jasmine
I’m happy to share with you a special coached training session with the highly experienced trainer Jasmine! 🤗💪
Jasmine is a former indoor player (NLB & NLA), with long experience in junior national teams. She led the NLA team as captain and played as a semi-professional beach volleyball player in international tournaments. She’s now a trainer at ASVZ and has been coaching for over 4 years (indoor & beach and private trainings).
💡 **What we’ll work on:**
During this session, we will focus on **defending.**
We will do 1:15 training + 45 minutes matches.
🎯 **Goal:**
Improve your skills in a fun and supportive environment with personalized feedback.
👥 **Limited spots** to ensure quality coaching → please sign up only if you’re 100% sure you can attend.
**Price per person:**
CHF 32.- per person (training and court location included)
Please twint me +41784053495 before the event by adding your name and the reference « BV TRAINING 19.06.2026 ».
⚠️ If you sign up but do not show, please cover your share to keep it fair for everyone.
We look forward to welcoming you for this exceptional open-play!
Founders Running Club :: Zurich
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 35+ cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
**Stay updated**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
TechLegion Summer School: Claude AI Cerified Architect!
Want to become a certified Claude AI Architect?
Spend this summer learning skills that employers are actively looking for.
AI Architects, AI Agents, MCP, prompt engineering, and agentic systems are becoming some of the fastest-growing areas in tech. Want to be part of it?
TechLegion Summer School 2026 was created to help you learn these skills, prepare for an official certification, and connect with a community of professionals doing the same.
As a partner in the Claude Partner Network, TechLegion offers members the opportunity to prepare for and earn official Anthropic certifications through our dedicated study cohort.
🤖 Registration for cohort: https://linkly.link/2kCF8
The study cohort is free for TechLegion members. Please note that TechLegion membership is required to join the programme, as participants receive a TechLegion email account and access to member resources under our domain.
Learn together. Get certified. Build your AI skills this summer!.
Chill On a Boat
**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/saYS) or**
**[www.social-circle.ch](http://www.social-circle.ch/)**
**Chill on a Boat 🌊**
Escape the city for a relaxed evening on the water. Join us for Chill on a Boat, where good vibes, beautiful views, and a refreshing atmosphere come together for the perfect summer experience.
Expect beautiful waterfront views, a laid-back atmosphere, good music, and plenty of moments to sit back and enjoy the experience. Bring your sunglasses, your camera, and your summer mood, we'll take care of the rest.
**What's included:**
Drinks
Snacks
Great boat experience!
Join our WhatsApp group and stay updated:
**[https://link.social-circle.ch/B1af](https://link.social-circle.ch/B1af)**
Expect stunning views, a laid-back atmosphere, and the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the moment.
**Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve yours early!**
Pictures might be taken at the event. Tickets are non-refundable!
Join our weekly newsletter and stay informed about our upcoming events in Zurich:
[https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
Board Game Designer Meetup @WellPlayed, Langstrasse
**Hey fellow board game designers (and enthusiasts)!**
If you're working on a board game, we've got a meetup just for you! We gather on the third Thursday of each month at [WellPlayed Zürich-Langstrasse](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7jVdsNDqeYmakSjn6) to playtest prototypes, give and receive feedback, and discuss all things game design, publishing, marketing, crowdfunding, art, and more. All levels are welcome, whether you've already published games or you're just starting out - we'd love to meet you!
* ***When:*** *every 3rd Thursday of the month*
* ***Location:*** *Wellplayed Langstrasse (Langstrasse 229)*
* ***Start time:*** *19:00*
* ***End time:*** *22:30*
* ***Entry fee:*** *6 CHF per person*
* ***Limited spaces:*** *16 participants max.*
***Note***: Space at Wellplayed is currently limited to 10 participants. Thus, signing up on Meetup before the event is mandatory (if you bring a friend, make sure to sign them up as well).
If you have any questions or prefer to connect online first, we coordinate the group on the ["Boardgames Zürich" Discord server](https://discord.gg/f3gFStPtZ5). Feel free to join the conversation there!
Innovation Events Near You
Connect with your local Innovation community
Stop Guessing: A Product Person's Guide to AI Adoption
## 🤝 Host Information
A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus
💡 About the Workshop
AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge.
This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow.
Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required.
🛠️ What to Bring
Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go.
AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!)
🍕 Logistics & Perks
Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided!
Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site.
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American Sign Language Beginners Meetup Group
We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able!
Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.
Cincinnati Virtual Speed Dating
# 💐 Cincinnati Speed Dating, Streamed Straight to You
_Real people, real chemistry, zero apps. Just you and Cincinnati singles on Zoom, matched ahead of time._
**How it all works:**
1. Sign up and answer a few quick personality questions
2. Hop onto Zoom right as we kick off
3. Chat one-on-one through guided rounds
4. Wake up to your mutual matches in your inbox
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**Spot your age, claim your seat:**
💘 **Ages 18-32** → [Grab your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=574&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=cityscape-navigators-park-orienteering-team&ar=18-32&face_v=9.0)
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💘 **Ages 40-58** → [Grab your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=574&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=cityscape-navigators-park-orienteering-team&ar=40-58&face_v=9.0)
💘 **Ages 55+** → [Grab your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=574&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=cityscape-navigators-park-orienteering-team&ar=55+&face_v=9.0)
> ⚠️ One thing: hitting RSVP here doesn't reserve anything. You're only in once you register through your age link and finish the quiz — and seats are limited.
**Save us a smile, Cincinnati. 💖**
Prototype, Play, and Build Workshops (In-Person @GameArena)
We're going to GameArena! We'll be in-person at the GameArena Gateway for our monthly COGG Prototype and Play event. Come to play and showcase your games!
We're back in the upper levels of the catwalk area. It'll be packed with lots of camaraderie playing your game(s) and other's games on the 2nd floor. Light snacks and water provided but you can buy food and drinks at the bar (alcoholic drink ID required).
[www.game-arena.co](http://www.game-arena.co/)
**Attendees:**
Don't have a game to show? Not a problem! All are welcomed and invited from all ages and backgrounds. The more we can have to play test our games is all the better!
**Developers:**
Do you have a game that you would like to get critical feedback on? Would you like an excuse to work on a game with other talented artists, programmers, musicians, designers, and writers? Digital, table-top, non-experienced developers, and the like are welcomed! We'll provide signage for your game to help others learn more about your work. Wifi, outlets, tables, and seats (though standing tables also) are available.
Come to the Prototype and Play workshop to collaborate and meet local game developers for an evening of epic and raw game play fun! Play works-in-progress, show off your own game, work with others to add polish to a game, or even lend your talents to other fellow developers. For this event, light snacks from the bar and water will be provided!
Though you can purchase you own if you like at the bar:
[https://www.game-arena.co/menu](https://www.game-arena.co/menu)
Can use South Garage at the Gateway with a $5 voucher on your way out.
75 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9)
If you have any questions or comments, as always, feel free to reach out to us at [info@thecogg.com!](http://info@thecogg.com!/)
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio!
The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us!
And yes, there will be free food.
Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).






























