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Let's celebrate the bank holiday together by eating some delicious Georgian/Kazakh food at Brasserie Favorite! I only discovered this place recently, and I'm obsessed! I have yet to meet a plate there I don't like. It's a small menu, but there's something for everyone on it. The staff are great, portions are generous, and the central location is hard to beat. I've booked a table for 8 of us at 18:30. As always, the PayPal fee is simply a deposit to secure your seat and fight against no-shows. When you arrive I will reimburse your money and we will all pay our own way at the end as usual. If you ghost us, we reserve the right to buy dumplings with your money! Thanks for understanding :)

### 🚀 Première Édition : Lieu, Parking et... Mission Secrète ! 🤫 Salut la team ! Vous êtes prêts pour le **3 avril** ? On lance ce club en beauté et j'ai hâte de tous vous rencontrer. Pour cette première, on ne fait pas les choses à moitié ! #### 📍 Le QG : La Tradizione On se retrouve à **La Tradizione** (1, rue Jean Fischbach, à Leudelange). C’est beau, c’est bon, et l’ambiance est top ! #### 🚗 Le luxe total : Parking Privé Oubliez la galère du stationnement ! Le restaurant a un **parking privé** juste devant l'entrée. Vous sortez de la voiture, et hop, vous y êtes. Zéro stress, 100% plaisir ! #### 🥂 Zéro pression (Boire ou manger, c'est vous qui voyez !) J'ai briefé l'équipe : **aucune obligation de dîner**. On est là pour prendre un verre, discuter et rire. Une petite faim ? La carte est dispo. Juste envie d'un cocktail ? Vous êtes les bienvenus ! #### 🎭 Votre "Mission Secrète" (Le Code) Pour qu'on se reconnaisse dès le parking et qu'on se sente comme des VIP : 👉 **Munissez-vous d'un simple MOUCHOIR BLANC !** Tenez-le en main en sortant de votre voiture. C'est notre code secret qui permettra : 1. **À moi de vous repérer** pour vous accueillir (et vous dévoiler une petite surprise... 🤫). 2. **Au personnel** de vous escorter directement jusqu'à notre table "Privilège". *** ### ❓ Foire Aux Questions (FAQ) * **Est-ce que je peux venir seul(e) ?** Oui ! C'est le but. Avec le coup du mouchoir, je vous repère tout de suite pour vous présenter au groupe. * **Quelle langue parle-t-on ?** On mixe ! Français, Anglais... l'essentiel est de partager. * **Y a-t-il des frais ?** L'entrée est gratuite, vous payez simplement vos consommations. * **En retard ?** Pas de souci, rejoignez-nous quand vous pouvez ! Alors, préparez vos mouchoirs (pour rire, promis !) et à très vite ! **Cécile**

**\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **This is a TICKETED EVENT. Please buy your tickets online at - [TICKETS](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1985225919165?aff=oddtdtcreator)** \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* In **“Let’s Talk About It,”** Sundeep Bhardwaj tackles the topics most people are told to avoid in polite society: politics, colonization, religion, immigration, identity, and the very normal experience of opening social media and immediately regretting it. Known for his **sharp storytelling**, Sundeep mixes big global issues with **ridiculous personal stories from his own life**—growing up in India, moving across Europe, surviving married life, and discovering that the quickest way to upset strangers on the internet is to have opinions. A lot of opinions. If you’ve seen him online, you know he doesn’t exactly stay neutral. His clips have racked up **over 500 million views online**, mostly from people either laughing… or typing in all caps. From roasting Zionists, to colonial history, to the political circus around Donald Trump and his multiverse of clowns and dimwits, Sundeep has built a reputation for saying the quiet part out loud—and sometimes the part people didn’t even know they were thinking. Naturally, this has gone very well. Zionist activists keep trying to get his shows cancelled across Europe. Some shows did get cancelled. Which was terrible. Because it forced him to **book even more shows.** Tragic. Born in India and now based in Luxembourg, Sundeep has performed **sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe**, toured comedy clubs and theatres **all over Europe**, opened for comedy giants **Bassem Youssef** and **Russell Peters**, and even managed to get himself killed on a show on Netflix. “Let’s Talk About It” is fearless stand-up about the world we’re living in, the arguments we’re having online, and the absurd real-life situations that happen when you refuse to keep your opinions to yourself. Come laugh. Come disagree. Come see why trying to cancel a comedian is usually the **best marketing campaign they never paid for**. *Warning: Contains global politics, personal trauma, internet drama, and jokes that may cause spontaneous side-eye between audience members.* You can find him on Instagram at @thesundeep and on Tiktok at @thesunnydeep

(CHANGE OF VENUE...AGAIN!!!! But don't worry, it's still within walking distance) As Kornerhaus will be closed this Friday, the venue is now going to be Old Fashioned! NOTE bring cash as this venue may restrict card payments for small purchases. Newcomers absolutely welcome. It helps a lot if you are added to the WhatsApp group so you can find out where everyone is :-D Otherwise, drop a message on this page to check in!

**⚡ AI & Coffee – In-Person Meetup in Luxembourg** Since the community has been growing, we’re hosting the next event in Luxemboug City 🇱🇺! Based on the great feedbacks, feel free to bring also your laptops if you’d like to show your work. People were very open to sharing approaches and projects, which sparked some truly deep conversations. Looking forward to meeting you all again, and also welcoming those who couldn’t make it last time. AI is moving so fast that it’s hard to keep up alone. The best way to make sense of it is by meeting others, exchanging ideas, and hearing fresh perspectives. That’s what this meetup is about. ☕ We’ll gather in a local café for open conversations about: * AI news and trends (what’s real, what’s hype) * Sharing projects, ideas, and feedback * Supporting each other and creating new stories * Building connections with like-minded people 👥 **Who’s welcome?** Developers, entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, students, researchers, creatives — and anyone simply curious about AI. 💡 **What to expect** * Casual atmosphere, no commitment, no pressure * The host will share small icebreakers and sparks of AI news * The rest is up to you: meet, talk, connect, and exchange 🎉 The only cost is your own coffee or drink. Bring your curiosity and an open mind — and let’s build one of the most exciting AI communities in the area.

Join us for a discussion of George R. R. Martin’s Dunk & Egg story The Hedge Knight and the new TV series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. We’ll talk about the story of Ser Duncan the Tall and his squire Egg, explore the themes of knighthood and honor in Westeros, and compare the original novella with what we know about the new TV adaptation. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the world of Westeros or just curious about this new series, come share your thoughts and theories in a relaxed discussion with fellow fans.

Sing your heart out, enjoy great vibes, and party late into the night! This is a karaoke + party night — dinner is optional and paid individually directly to the venue. 🎶 Karaoke & party access 🍽️ Dinner: 👉 Ordered and paid individually at Big Beer Company (menu available at the bar) 🎙 KARAOKE NIGHT 📅 Saturday, April 4th 🕤 22:00 – 01:00 • DJ T. 🎉 AFTER PARTY 🕐 01:00 – 03:00 • DJ T. Come to sing 🎤, come to cheer 🍻, or come just for the party — all voices and vibes welcome. 🔥 Who’s brave enough to grab the mic?

Want to practise French 🇫🇷 German 🇩🇪 English 🇬🇧 Luxembourgish 🇱🇺 — or ANY language you can find a partner for? Then join our crew of friendly expats & locals for a night of chats, laughs & global energy 🎉 In Luxembourg, speaking multiple languages is basically a superpower 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️ — but this meetup is all about connection, not perfection. Beginners, pros & “I understand but can’t speak” people — all welcome 😄 Don’t feel like practising a language? 😎 No worries — you’re STILL totally welcome! come hang out, meet people & enjoy the international vibes anyway 🥂✨ Come for the languages — stay for the laughter, friendships & drinks 🍹 ✨ What You’ll Find ✔ Super chill atmosphere 😌 ✔ Expats from everywhere 🌍 ✔ Zero pressure — just vibes ✨ ✔ “How do you say…?” moments 🤔😂 ✔ Old friends & new — ❤️ 🍹 AFTER-EXCHANGE APÉRO 🤩 Languages warm-up… Drinks cool-down… Balance restored 😌🍺 Most weeks we wander to another bar afterwards for beer, bites & bonus socialising. Just follow the organisers — they know the 🔥 hotspots 😉 🪧 HOW IT WORKS ➡️ Sit with the group for the language you want to practise ➡️ Look for the table signs 📍 ➡️ Switch groups anytime — totally chill ➡️ Rare language? Post in the group & find your match 💫 ➡️ Luxembourgish shows up too 🇱🇺 ⚠️ By attending, you agree organisers can’t be held liable for regulation violations (or accidental grammar crimes 😜)

We are happy to extend our invitation to one and all to join the Luxembourg Shivyog Forum events every Sunday from 9.00 am to 11.15 am. Shivyog Forum is a platform of positive and like-minded people, interested in spiritual growth, self-healing and self-awareness. Every week, through virtual videos, Avdhoot Baba Shivanand ji blesses and shares the Divine sacred secrets and knowledge through discourses, guided sacred meditations, chanting of Mantras and Bhajans for overall life transformation. This helps the Forum members to progress in their spiritual journey, in establishing deeper connection with one’s inner being, in ability to forgive and love others, in improved emotional and physical health, mental peace, healthy relationship leading to the awakening and purification of the body mind and soul. If you wish to get connected with the Avdhoota and practice deep healing meditations, kriyas and bhajans that can change your life, you are warmly welcome to become a member and join us! Yearly membership fee is a nominal US$ 50 to be paid directly to India to the Shivyog Ashram but your are welcome to attend the first Forum event free.

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

**Welcome to the Women’s Columbus Bogleheads® Sub-Group** This sub-group is for **women who want to learn and discuss finances in a safe, supportive space**. For those interested in moving towards financial independence and retirement by learning investment basics, choosing your 401(k) investments, minimizing taxes, and more. We’re a local chapter of **Bogleheads®**, following a long-term, practical investment philosophy: [Investment Philosophy](https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy): https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy [Bogleheads Forum](https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php): https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php No question is too small, and no experience is too simple. Share, ask, and learn — at your own pace, without judgment, in a group of like-minded women. Let’s build confidence and knowledge **together**!

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

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.

## **Columbus Bitcoin Meetup – Event** Join us for another great evening dedicated to Bitcoin, learning, and community. We will be gathering in the private room at Olentangy Brewery for an evening of conversation, education, and fellowship with fellow Bitcoiners. This special event will feature three guest speakers sharing insights from across the Bitcoin ecosystem. ### **Guest Speakers** **Lindsay Faust** Relationship Manager at River **Andrew Tilmann** CEO of the Midwest Bitcoin Summit **Carlos Estrada** Founder of Coin Vigilante In addition to speaking during the event, Andrew Tilmann will also be available for a meet and greet. This will be a great opportunity to ask questions about the upcoming Midwest Bitcoin Summit, taking place September 23 and 24 at the Columbus Convention Center. ### **Midwest Bitcoin Summit Discount** Early Bird pricing ends **April 1st**, but you can still save **21%** by using the promo code: **COLUMBUS** Use the link below to apply the discount: [https://tickets.midwestbtc.com/affiliate/columbusbitcoinmeetup/event/midwest-bitcoin-summit-2026/?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=columbus](https://tickets.midwestbtc.com/affiliate/columbusbitcoinmeetup/event/midwest-bitcoin-summit-2026/?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=columbus) ### **Event Details** This will be a three hour event, with speakers beginning just before 7:00 PM. There will be plenty of time afterward for networking, meeting new friends, and continuing the conversation. Food will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there! ***

**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception** Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory. For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy. She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps). Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way. **About Our Speaker** Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty. Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. Look for us upstairs!