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June 14 | Run Club x Pun & Gainz — Move, Connect & Meet at Albert Park Lake
### 🌿 KISMETRIX \| True Connection x Pun & GainzRun Club Social — Move\, Connect & Meet
[Ticketed Event](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/jun-14-run-club-x-pun-gainz-move-connect-meet-at-albert-tickets-1990309261579?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Hosted by KISMETRIX \| True Connection in collaboration with Pun & Gainz
📍 Meeting Point: Boatshed Cafe, 3 Aquatic Drive, Albert Park VIC 3206
📅 Sunday, 14 June 2026
🕘 Please arrive by **8:45 AM** — we start at 9:00 AM sharp
⏱ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
🎽 Dress Code: Comfortable activewear or running shoes
☕ **Ticket includes 1 standard hot beverage after the run**
#### **SOME OF THE BEST CONVERSATIONS HAPPEN MID-STRIDE.**
There's something about moving together that breaks down walls faster than any icebreaker ever could. The rhythm of a run. The fresh air. The shared effort. The way conversation just... flows.
That's exactly why we created this.
Kismetrix has teamed up with **Pun & Gainz** — Melbourne-based personal trainers who believe fitness is as much about community as it is about movement — for our first ever **Run Club Social** at the beautiful Albert Park Lake.
This isn't a race. It isn't a gym class. It's a relaxed, social Sunday morning run for singles who want to meet real people, in real life, doing something they actually enjoy.
#### **🏃 WHAT TO EXPECT**
* A PT-led warm up to get you moving and feeling good before we set off
* A relaxed run around Albert Park Lake (approx. 3–4 km) at your own pace
* Natural pace groups form as you go — runners with runners, walkers with walkers, and everything in between
* A supported walk/run option for those who prefer a gentler pace — you're in good company and you'll still see the whole lake
* Everyone meets at the Boatshed Cafe at the end — this is where the morning really comes alive
* Hot drink included, conversation flows naturally, no awkward formats needed
* Coming solo is completely normal — most people do
#### **💛 WHO THIS IS FOR**
This event is for singles who:
* Enjoy being active and want to meet people in a natural setting
* Are curious about running or already love it — all paces genuinely welcome
* Prefer real-life connection over dating apps and loud venues
* Want to be part of a growing community, not just attend a one-off event
* Are open to friendship, connection, or something more — without it being the whole point
All adult singles welcome, across a wide range of ages. Come solo — most people do.
#### **✨ ABOUT THE COLLABORATION**
Pun & Gainz are Melbourne personal trainers who bring energy, expertise, and genuine warmth to every session. They believe the best workouts happen when people feel good together — and that's exactly what Kismetrix is built on.
Two communities. One Sunday morning. A shared belief that showing up — in fitness and in life — is where everything begins.
#### **📋 WHAT TO BRING**
* Comfortable running or walking shoes
* Water bottle
* Sunscreen & a light layer (June mornings can be crisp)
* An open, easy-going mindset 💛
#### **🎟️ [TICKETS](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/jun-14-run-club-x-pun-gainz-move-connect-meet-at-albert-tickets-1990309261579?aff=oddtdtcreator)**
🌿 Introductory Price: $10
🌿 Introductory Last minutes Price: $20
— includes 1 standard hot beverage after the run.
*This is our first Run Club Social with Pun & Gainz. Introductory pricing reflects that — and won't last.*
#### **🔔 IMPORTANT NOTES**
* Adults only, singles welcome across all ages
* No children or dogs — this helps keep the space comfortable and social for everyone
* Please arrive by 8:45 AM — we move off at 9:00 AM and cannot hold the group
* Tickets are non-refundable but transferable
* This is a social connection experience — outcomes are never guaranteed
* Kismetrix reserves the right to manage attendance to ensure a respectful, welcoming environment for all
#### **🔗 STAY CONNECTED WITH KISMETRIX \| TRUE CONNECTION**
📧 social@kismetrix.com.au
🌐 www.kismetrix.com.au
📱 Instagram: @kismetrix_ \| Facebook \| Eventbrite
🤝 Collaborations: collabs@kismetrix.com.au
📄 By registering\, you confirm you have read and agree to Kismetrix \| True Connection's Terms & Conditions\, Privacy Policy\, Disclaimer and Code of Conduct\.
LOST, STUCK, OR JUST
TIRED?
Feeling lost, stuck, or simply tired?
Abeer is hosting a guided conversation designed to create space for reflection, meaningful discussion, and understanding the patterns behind feeling stuck in life, work, or relationships.
This isn’t about having all the answers.
It’s about slowing down, reconnecting with yourself, and exploring your next chapter with more clarity.
What to expect:
✨ Light reflection prompts
✨ Meaningful conversations
✨ A simple framework to understand feeling stuck
✨ Connection with like minded people
If you’ve been carrying questions about purpose, direction, burnout, growth, or change, this could be a gentle space to pause and explore.
📅 13th June
🕛 12PM
📍 301 King St, Melbourne
🎟 Free event
Hope to see some familiar faces there 🌱
Finding Inner peace within
It's Saturday meditation. Suitable for everyone who interested in meditation techniques in Buddhism way. You will find the good plce and positive vibes here. Also free refreshments provided.
⏰Wish to see you all and create positive energy together 2.00-3.00.
Expand Your Social Circle - Kudos 2 Friends Around the Tan Stroll
**—— Details ——**
We will meet at the starting point, take round trip around the Tan and a short stroll inside the botanical garden. BYO coffee/ water bottle. Dress for outdoor walk. Come along & simply say, "Hi, it's my first time joining the group event." or ask the organiser to introduce you. You can take it slow and start from there.
If you enjoy the conversations, take the initative to invite others to hang out over a bite/ drink after.
**\-\-\- Running Late \-\-\-**
If you are running late, please message at least 30 mins in advance. We will wait up to 15 mins before heading off. We won't be able to keep track of messages once we start.
**\-\-\- RSVP / Change of Plan \-\-\-**
Change of plan or decide not to attend is absolutely okay. Please do update your RSVP to "NO", so others can have the opportunity to attend.
**\-\-\- Intro \-\-\-**
Kudos 2 Friends is a Melbourne based community created for individuals who are looking to expand their social circle and form long term friendship overtime. Join us on a fun journey as we explore cafes, restaurants and bars, including drinks, meals, outings, hiking, sporting, chilling, etc. Above all, we’d like to celebrate the importance of friendships. So if you are looking to expand your social circle and explore new adventures and venues in Melbourne, come join us!
**— Download “Heylo" App > Google Store & Apple App Store —**
We use Heylo App for more fluid communication, including ideas, interest groups, questions etc. Please download the Heylo app from the App store and let the organizer know if you would like to be added to the Heylo Group at the event. We will send an invite to attendees to the group. (give us some time)
**\-\-\- Instagram \-\-\-**
Follow us on Instagram @kudos2friends
**\-\-\- Rules \-\-\-**
Admin will only add members to the group with a clear profile picture.
(No hidden behind sunglasses, masks, drawings)
**You might be removed from the group in the case of…**
* no show
* without a clear profile picture
* anti-social behaviour (i.e. acts rude / disrespectful regularly)
* take advantage of individuals for personal gain(s)
**\-\-\- Privacy \-\-\-**
Do not disclose your contact number in this post comment. We will delete your comment/info as soon as we see it to protect your privacy.
FREE English Conversation Class
Join us to learn and practice some English. And have some fun at the same time! We have a different topic every week including a ten minute talk from the Bible.
We look forward to meeting you!
BeSocial. Real Talk Night (Prompt-Based Conversations)
Join us for “Real Talk Night” a deeper, more meaningful kind of meetup built around prompt-based conversations. Each session features thoughtful questions designed to spark honest discussions, fresh perspectives, and genuine connection.
This is a space to go beyond small talk, share experiences, and be heard in a supportive, respectful environment. You can participate as much or as little as you like — whether you’re opening up or simply listening, you’re welcome here.
📲 One thing before you arrive!
One of tonight’s activities uses a feature on the BeSocial app — download it ahead of time so you’re ready to jump straight in with everyone!
⬇️ Download BeSocial:
• App Store: [https://apps.apple.com/au/app/besocial/id6759604739](https://apps.apple.com/au/app/besocial/id6759604739)
• Google Play: [[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appetiser.besocial&pcampaignid=web_share](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appetiser.besocial&pcampaignid=web_share)]
**Event photography and videography may take place at this event. Images and footage captured may be used in future BeSocial promotional materials.**
**If you do not wish to appear in promotional materials, please notify Nexaro Group Pty Ltd before the event by emailing [support@besocialapp.co,](http://support@besocialapp.co,/) or let the event hosts know on the day.**
Connection Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
June 14 | Blackwood Social - Afternoon Drinks for Singles | Windsor
✨ **KISMETRIX \| True Connection**
[Ticketed Event](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/june-14-blackwood-social-afternoon-drinks-for-singles-windsor-tickets-1990554475019)
### **Blackwood Social - Afternoon Drinks for Singles**
**📍 Blackwoods Wine & Cocktail Bar — 137 Chapel Street, Windsor**
**📅 Sunday, 14 June 2026 · 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM**
**🥂 Standard drink on arrival included**
**Somewhere along the way, meeting people got lonely.**
The apps turned connection into a catalogue. The bar scene stopped feeling worth it. Your social circle calcified in your late twenties and nobody told you how to crack it back open.
You're not anti-social. You're not too picky. You're just waiting for a room that actually feels worth walking into.
This is that room.
#### BLACKWOOD SOCIAL
Kismetrix doesn't run singles nights. We build the kind of afternoon where you walk in not knowing a soul — and walk out wondering why Sunday ever looked like anything else.
Blackwoods Wine & Cocktail Bar in Windsor is the setting. Unhurried. Intimate. The kind of place that makes conversation feel easy before you've even tried.
Our host will be there from the moment you arrive — not to run activities or move you around the room, but to make sure nobody spends their first five minutes standing alone wondering if they've made a mistake. You haven't. We've got you.
Name tags on. Guard down. Drink in hand.
See what happens.
#### WHO THIS IS FOR
Professionals and creatives aged 28–42 who are socially confident but privately a little tired of how hard it's become to meet people who actually get it. People who want a relationship, or a friend, or just proof that their city still has interesting humans in it.
Most guests come alone. That's not the exception here — that's the point.
#### WHAT YOU'RE WALKING INTO
🥂 Standard drink waiting for you on arrival
🍸 Full cocktail and wine menu at one of Windsor's best bars
👋 Name tags — because remembering someone's name is the beginning of everything
🤝 A host who genuinely cares how you feel in the room
📍 Cosy indoors + heated courtyard out back
#### WHAT PEOPLE LEAVE WITH
Sometimes it's a number. Sometimes it's a new regular at your table. Sometimes it's just the feeling — quiet but real — that your people are out there and you've started finding them.
Kismetrix is where that starts.
#### TICKETS - [Book Here](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/june-14-blackwood-social-afternoon-drinks-for-singles-windsor-tickets-1990554475019)
🌿 Early Bird — $29 (first to go — always)
🌿 Standard — $45
Early bird pricing won't last. Grab yours before it moves.
#### IMPORTANT NOTES
🎯 This is a hosted social experience — not speed dating
🎯 A welcome drink is included; additional drinks and food are available at the venue
🎯 Gender balance is carefully aimed for but not always guaranteed
🎯 Respect, boundaries, and good energy are essential at all Kismetrix events
🎯 Tickets are non-refundable but transferable
KISMETRIX reserves the right to manage attendance and participation, including declining or removing entry where necessary, to ensure a positive and respectful experience for all guests.
#### ABOUT KISMETRIX
Kismetrix is Melbourne's premium real-life connection experience — built on the belief that the most important relationships in your life will not begin with a swipe. Every event is intentionally designed, warmly hosted, and quietly obsessed with how it feels to be in the room.
We're building something bigger than events. We're building the community Melbourne didn't know it was missing.
📧 [social@kismetrix.com.au]()
🌐 [www.kismetrix.com.au](http://www.kismetrix.com.au "http://www.kismetrix.com.au")
📱 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & Eventbrite
By attending, guests agree to the Kismetrix Code of Conduct: kismetrix.com.au/code-of-conduct
BeSocial. No Phones, Just Conversations
Disconnect to reconnect at our “No Phones, Just Conversations” meetup. This is a space to put distractions aside and be fully present with the people around you. With phones away, conversations become more genuine, engaging, and meaningful. Whether you’re chatting one-on-one or in small groups, this is about slowing down, listening, and building real human connection — the way it used to be.
**Event photography and videography may take place at this event. Images and footage captured may be used in future BeSocial promotional materials.**
**If you do not wish to appear in promotional materials, please notify Nexaro Group Pty Ltd before the event by emailing support@besocialapp.co, or let the event hosts know on the day.**
Sunday Meditation | Community Building | Connection | Meet New People
**Who We are..... 🤝**
Our journey to bring people together began in January of 2022. The group was started with a simple intention to gather and meet some likeminded people - connecting through the powerful act of meditation and sharing our genuine selves while sitting in a circle that represents equality, harmony and wholeness( *we believe everyone in the circle is a teacher and a student at the same time)*.
And over the last 4 years of consistently coming together, we have fostered a beautiful, loving, dependable community where members from all walks of life have experienced a sacred space to sit in silence together and meditate, share their authentic selves, give presence to others and forge meaningful and long lasting connections.
The Meditations are guided by Sana(co-founder and host), who is a Trained and certified meditation teacher by the Meditation Association of Australia, and has been guiding meditations for 3+ years in corporate and community settings.
✨ **Do you wish to....**
* Experience a simple yet powerful meditation and breathing practice to find calm, relaxation and clarity
* Connect with like-minded people in your local community and foster meaningful connections
* Meet others who are passionate about growing, uplifting themselves, and supporting others
* Share insights from your personal journey (or simply listen and learn)
Or maybe you just want to...
☮️ **Spend your Sunday evening in a peaceful, zen space and meet new people? Bring a friend (or two!) and let’s connect.**
**What’s on the evening’s flow?**
* **Open meet & greet** – connect and settle in
* **5 min guided meditation** to land into the space and connect within
* **Sharing circle** (totally optional!) – share your thoughts or simply listen
* **20-30 min guided meditation** – for relaxation and deeper connection
**Where?**
📍 **250 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065**
Enter through the church gates. You’ll see a small garden on the left and stairs on the right leading up to the **Dance of Life Yoga Studio (first door on your right upstairs).**
**What to bring?**
* **Donation:** A contribution of **$15 or more is recommended**.
Your donations directly help us cover venue, meetup membership and other costs, provide valuable resources, and keep this meditation community alive and growing.
* **Warm jumper/jacket** (just in case!)
* **Water**
* **Any books/resources/inspiration you’d love to share**
**Important Notes:**
* Spaces are **limited**, so if you can’t make it, please update your RSVP to “Not going” or send us a quick message.
* **No-show policy:** To keep it fair for everyone, repeat no-shows without notice may not be able to RSVP in the future.
* Attendees under 18 must have a guardian present.
**Everyone is welcome!**
All ages (with guardians for under 18), backgrounds, genders, and experiences – no meditation experience needed.
The event runs for about **2.5 hours**, but you’re free to come and go as you need.
Slow Dating | Age 31-45| Sunday | Collingwood
**We’re back! 🚀**
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re not just after small talk and swipes.
We’re not products on a dating app. There are no algorithms here, just proper hellos and a bit of good old-fashioned eye contact.
After some remodification, Slow Dating 2.0 is back after several requests! Thank you for your patience and support. It means a lot to us! 💞
If you never heard of us, no worries! We welcome new people and souls! 🐢
🌸 **Attendee Profile**
Women tend to register from their **late 20s to 30s**,
and men join from a **slightly wider age range**, creating great variety in conversations.
### **Introducing our venue partner: Paradise Alley**
This time, we’re hosting Slow Dating inside one of Collingwood most charming local spots. Soft lighting, a relaxed pub-bar atmosphere, and just the right amount of buzz — the bar creates a space where genuine conversations can breathe and chemistry has room to grow.
### **So how does it work?**
At slow dating events, you will have **more time AND multiple chances** to build some more connections with the ones you are interested in.
**🍹 You can claim your welcome drink when you arrive.**
**🗣 One-on-one rotations** to spark conversations with your handpicked matches.
🎴 **Conversation cards are provided if you need.**
**🤙Private matching system**—no awkward rejections on the spot :) You will be notified of your matches afterwards.
At **Slow Dating**, we focus on building **real connections** by
👥 **Keeping it intimate**—a limited number of participants are accepted because we focus on **quality, not quantity.**
🎟️ **The dating may be a bit slow, but tickets sell fast!**
**‼️GET YOUR TICKET HERE**👉👉[YOUR TICKET](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/slow-dating-31-45yrs-sunday-single-professional-registration-1989826452484?aff=oddtdtcreator)👈👈‼️
Slow Dating | Age 31- 45 | Sunday | Collingwood
**We’re back! 🚀**
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re not just after small talk and swipes.
We’re not products on a dating app. There are no algorithms here, just proper hellos and a bit of good old-fashioned eye contact.
After some remodification, Slow Dating 2.0 is back after several requests! Thank you for your patience and support. It means a lot to us! 💞
If you never heard of us, no worries! We welcome new people and souls! 🐢
🌸 **Attendee Profile**
Women tend to register from their **late 20s to 30s**,
and men join from a **slightly wider age range**, creating great variety in conversations.
### **Introducing our venue partner: Paradise Alley**
This time, we’re hosting Slow Dating inside one of Collingwood most charming local spots. Soft lighting, a relaxed pub-bar atmosphere, and just the right amount of buzz — the bar creates a space where genuine conversations can breathe and chemistry has room to grow.
### **So how does it work?**
At slow dating events, you will have **more time AND multiple chances** to build some more connections with the ones you are interested in.
**🍹 You can claim your welcome drink when you arrive.**
**🗣 One-on-one rotations** to spark conversations with your handpicked matches.
🎴 **Conversation cards are provided if you need.**
**🤙Private matching system**—no awkward rejections on the spot :) You will be notified of your matches afterwards.
At **Slow Dating**, we focus on building **real connections** by
👥 **Keeping it intimate**—a limited number of participants are accepted because we focus on **quality, not quantity.**
🎟️ **The dating may be a bit slow, but tickets sell fast!**
**‼️GET YOUR TICKET HERE**👉👉[YOUR TICKET](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/slow-dating-31-45yrs-sunday-single-professional-registration-1989826452484?aff=oddtdtcreator)👈👈‼️
Badminton Social (羽球匯友) @Caulfield
**Welcome to Badminton Social (羽球匯友) Meetup!**
Join us for regular badminton, social meetups, and a great time on the court around Caulfield. Let's build a welcoming badminton community and make some amazing memories together!
Whether you are a beginner or a pro, this event is perfect for anyone looking to stay active, make new friends, and enjoy some friendly plays. Our group is made up of both local and international members, creating a diverse and welcoming atmosphere for everyone to join in.
Not only will you have the chance to improve your Badminton skills and stay fit, but you'll also have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for healthy living and staying active. Come and be a part of our community in Melbourne, where friendships are made on and off the court.
**Details as below:**
When: 13 June, this Saturday
Time: 5pm - 6.30pm
Where: Monash Sport Caulfield (1-min walk from Caulfield Station / free parking around the Station)
Fee: $12 per head (PayID to the organizer)
*#Limited spots - first come first served (RSVP)*
*#Please bring your own racket(s); or you can rent it from the Centre (if needed)*
***#Please kindly update your RSVP as soon as possible if you need to cancel, so hopefully others can still get a spot to join. Cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows will be charged the full rate - Many thanks for your understanding and cooperation.***
*#Please let the organizer know after the first play, if you'd like to play regularly with the group ongoing and enjoy exclusive offer - Organizer will add you to our Whatsapp group for the regulars :)*
*DISCLAIMER:* *By* *attending any event hosted by this Meetup group, you acknowledge and accept that participation involves inherent risks, including injury or loss of property, and you assume full responsibility for your safety. The organizers are not liable for any damages, injuries, or losses that occur, regardless of cause. You agree to follow any event guidelines, act responsibly, and understand that you are responsible for your own well-being. By attending, you accept these terms.*
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Neurodivergent Women Navigating Midlife Changes - Sleep, Rest, and Connection
Sleep, Rest & Connection:
Building Our Community Together
Join us for the next gathering of The Pause Collective — a supportive meetup for neurodivergent women navigating perimenopause, menopause, burnout, overwhelm, and life transitions.
Since many of us haven't yet had the opportunity to meet, we'll begin by getting to know one another and sharing what brought us to this community.
We'll also explore one of the most common challenges many women experience during this season of life: sleep.
Whether you're navigating insomnia, waking up in the middle of the night, racing thoughts, night sweats, exhaustion, burnout, or simply not feeling rested, you're not alone.
This will be a relaxed, low-pressure coffee shop meetup focused on connection and conversation.
No need to prepare anything.
No pressure to share.
Come as you are.
Together we'll:
• Introduce ourselves and get to know one another
• Share what brought us to The Pause Collective
• Discuss sleep, rest, and energy during perimenopause and menopause
• Exchange ideas, experiences, and support
• Explore what topics we'd like to discuss in future gatherings
• Continue building the kind of community we'd like to create together
This space is neurodivergent-affirming, self-diagnosis-friendly, and supportive of different communication styles and energy levels.
Quiet participation is welcome. Listening is participating.
Whether you're looking for support, learning, friendship, or simply a place where you don't have to explain yourself, you are welcome here.
I look forward to meeting you.
— Dawn
CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group
Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.
Smart Search + AI: An Outcome-Driven Journey from IDP to a Suite of AI
Over a billion documents processed. Millions of Veterans impacted. Hundreds of thousands of employee hours saved. Faster decisions. Greater accuracy. More benefits in the hands of our disabled Veterans.
We created Smart Search, the world’s largest consumer of Amazon Textract, right when GenAI began reshaping what’s possible. Since then, we’ve built a suite of AI‑driven solutions that transform this data into real, measurable outcomes—accelerating benefits decisions for our Nation’s Veterans.
Join us for a focused conversation on how an outcome‑driven approach to AI is helping us boost accuracy, streamline workflows, and deliver faster results for those who have served.
This is a follow up to the AWS re:Invent 2023 "Intelligent Document Processing with Gen AI for Public Sector" presentation.
About Speaker: Cameron Williams is a Senior Technical Project Manager and cross-functional technical leader at Booz Allen Hamilton with 15+ years of experience architecting and evolving scalable, cloud-native systems, from greenfield development to complex enterprise modernization. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronw711/
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Karaoke at Beeline Easton
You’re Invited to a Karaoke Night at Beeline Easton! If the weather is nice we will be out on the back patio. If not it will be inside :)
🎤 Sing Your Heart Out! 🎶
Join us for an unforgettable night of music, fun, and good vibes at Beeline Easton! Whether you’re a rockstar in the making or just love a good singalong, this is your chance to shine.
Join us and Central Ohio friends
(Formerly cbus 20s and 30s)
🕗 Time: [8pm-2am (close)]
📍 Location: Beeline Easton
Parking: paid parking garage south of beeline or a free lot to the north of beeline!
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and get ready to take the stage! Let’s make it a night to remember.
RSVP we can’t wait to see you there
CONNECTED Grove City Networking Event
CONNECTED – Grove City A casual, people-first networking gathering.
CONNECTED – Grove City is a casual, people-first networking gathering.
Join us for a relaxed, low-pressure space to meet new people, build real relationships, and have meaningful conversations — no sales pitches required.
From 7:30–8:30 AM every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Grove City Business Center. Coffee & baked goods available for purchase at Pick ’Em Up Joe's.
Free street & public lot parking behind the building.
Free to attend & open to all!
AWS Columbus: Smart Search + AI: An Outcome-Driven Journey
Title: Smart Search + AI: An Outcome-Driven Journey from IDP to a Suite of AI
Register at the Columbus AWS meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/columbus-aws-amazon-web-services-meetup/events/313426379/](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-aws-amazon-web-services-meetup/events/313426379/)
Over a billion documents processed. Millions of Veterans impacted. Hundreds of thousands of employee hours saved. Faster decisions. Greater accuracy. More benefits in the hands of our disabled Veterans.
We created Smart Search, the world’s largest consumer of Amazon Textract, right when GenAI began reshaping what’s possible. Since then, we’ve built a suite of AI‑driven solutions that transform this data into real, measurable outcomes—accelerating benefits decisions for our Nation’s Veterans.
Join us for a focused conversation on how an outcome‑driven approach to AI is helping us boost accuracy, streamline workflows, and deliver faster results for those who have served.
This is a follow up to the AWS re:Invent 2023 "Intelligent Document Processing with Gen AI for Public Sector" presentation.
About Speaker: Cameron Williams is a Senior Technical Project Manager and cross-functional technical leader at Booz Allen Hamilton with 15+ years of experience architecting and evolving scalable, cloud-native systems, from greenfield development to complex enterprise modernization. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronw711/
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com






























