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Enjoy your time learning and practicing public speaking with Budapest Toastmasters! There is no need to speak or any previous experience in Public Speaking. --- 👉Keycode: 12, 3rd Floor. Please arrive by 6:20 PM, the meeting starts at 6:30 PM👉No registration or dress code is needed, the event is FREE.👉NOTE: We will have signs in the place so you can locate easily the Toastmasters Meeting room. --- Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our membership is 313,000 strong. Members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 14,650 clubs in 126 countries that make up our global network of meeting locations. The world needs leaders. Leaders head families, coach teams, run businesses, and mentor others. These leaders must not only accomplish but must also communicate. By regularly giving speeches, gaining feedback, leading teams, and guiding others to achieve their goals in a supportive atmosphere, leaders emerge from the Toastmasters program. Every Toastmaster's journey begins with a single speech. During their journey, they learn to tell their stories. They listen and answer. They plan and lead. They give feedback—and accept it. Through our community of learners, they find their path to leadership.

**This week's venue: Beer People \| Lázár utca 7\, Budapest 1065** We hold a bi-weekly workshop to encourage creative writing where we share pieces of creative writing and solicit feedback from the other attendees. Some members also use the forum to find others with whom to collaborate, edit work, and/or brainstorm plot, themes, settings, and so forth. And from time to time, we participate in competitions, recite and/or offer material for events organized by other groups. At the moment there is no prompt for this particular meetup. Instead, writers are invited to submit something they have (or are working on) or to craft a short story specifically for the event. Of course, there's no pressure to submit something. Many participants are interested in hearing ideas, questioning the authors, and examining style and technique. Often, we explore other published works as well. The submission guidelines are as follows: 1. limit the piece to 850 words (to give enough time for any other submissions being read at the event); 2. make the text available (though you can read it aloud) for the other attendees. Many authors bring a few printed copies, others post their work in the comments of the meetup; 3. have a question in mind for the group about the submission; and, 4. If offering something from a longer work, be prepared to give a little bit of background first.

Come and play boardgames with others in English! This event is hosted by the [Játszóház projekt](https://www.facebook.com/jatszohazprojekt). This group organizes game nights, they provide the games and explain the rules if you need it. They have a huge collection of board games, check it out [here](https://boardgamegeek.com/collection/user/jatszohazprojekt?own=1&subtype=boardgame&ff=1&fbclid=Iwb21leAQ3A7xjbGNrBDcAlGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHgIxCu2fFexHHuYzyFvsAH8z0Gv4M8lnUigF5gKytxNOayrCyN_D-hy1GIe6_aem_Q1Tu-olNSnqWAaiS7o5JZA). If you wish to play with a specific game, they will ask what games to bring, usually on the day of the event in a facebook post. Check out the [event on facebook](https://www.facebook.com/events/1750065366402814) for more information. We usually split up into smaller groups based on games, and switch as the night goes on, so you can arrive late. You can bring your own game or choose one from the pile! ***Important*** **This event is not free!** You will have to buy a wristband at the entrace for 1000 HUF (500 HUF for students). You can pay with cash or you can buy your ticket [here](https://akvariumklub.hu/programok/hetfoi-tarsasozas-az-akvariumban-board-game-night/). You can buy drinks and food at the bar, please don't bring your own — — — Let me know if you have any questions, you can contact me or ask in the comment section. We also have a WhatsApp group chat, feel free to join [here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JThEZv724MJ3hvnwBpfJA7)A

Indítsd 2026-ot argentin tangóval! Nincs szükséged semmilyen előzetes tánctudásra, és egyedül vagy párban is jelentkezhetsz! Várunk szeretettel minden tangózni vágyót! Oktató: Szeghalmi Endre Kezdés: 2026. jan. 12., hétfő 20:00 – 21:00. Az órák minden hétfőn ugyanebben az időpontban folytatódnak. Helyszín: Roxy Stúdió, Tátra u. 4. Jelentkezés és további infók: A [www.tangolibre.hu/tango-tanfolyam/](http://www.tangolibre.hu/tango-tanfolyam/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbDFsUmtNd2dIQVpmSHY3TXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR50fTXksGSsXPYTo3IYigrZIXxtxdytBSer6v-jm9Y7HrcgPGLXn9R-dfaPCg_aem_0misiL79POQIY53C46m1Mw) oldalon találsz minden részletet, és itt tudsz regisztrálni. ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ Start 2026 with Argentine tango! No prior dance experience is required, and you can sign up either alone or with a partner. We warmly welcome everyone who would like to dance tango! Instructor: Endre Szeghalmi Start: Monday, January 12, 2026, 8:00–9:00 PM Classes will continue every Monday at the same time. Venue: Roxy Studio, Tátra u. 4. Registration and more information: [www.tangolibre.hu/en/tango-classes-for-totally-beginners/](http://www.tangolibre.hu/en/tango-classes-for-totally-beginners/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbDFsUmtNd2dIQVpmSHY3TXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR50fTXksGSsXPYTo3IYigrZIXxtxdytBSer6v-jm9Y7HrcgPGLXn9R-dfaPCg_aem_0misiL79POQIY53C46m1Mw)

Building on the success of the previous events, the **DevBP** series is back for the **14th time** with two great talks. **AI doesn’t fix weak foundations, it exposes them**. Messy data, unclear definitions, and buried business logic quickly become blockers. This time, we’ll **explore the foundations we need to strengthen** to build truly AI-ready systems. This English-language event will be held at the **Colossyan Budapest office**, where we'll provide snacks and drinks to fuel conversations. Arrival is from 17:30, Announcements and agenda at 17:55, first presentations will start at 18:00. \-\-\- **AI Exposed Our Data Gaps — Lessons from a CDP Migration on Building a Governed, AI-Ready Platform** with **[Szabolcs Magyar - Colossyan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/szabolcs-magyar/)** During our CDP migration, we realized that AI doesn’t fix data problems - it exposes them. Unclear definitions, weak ownership, and undocumented assumptions quickly become blockers when AI systems start querying your analytics layer. In this talk, I’ll share how we used dbt and stronger data governance to turn our analytics stack into a more reliable, AI-ready platform. I’ll walk through the key architectural decisions, trade-offs, and lessons learned while modernising a production system. **Digital Archaeology: Recovering Lost Business Logic in Legacy Systems** with **[András Lendvay - Inivate](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andraslendvay/)** Effective AI integration and organizational performance both fail without structured institutional knowledge. In modern organizations, this knowledge is often buried within undocumented legacy code as “hidden” logic and critical business rules. This session explores the methodology of digital archaeology: reverse-engineering systems to extract the “why” behind the “how,” ensuring that both human teams and AI agents have the foundational data governance and definitions required to function. \-\-\- Come learn and connect with other tech enthusiasts. See you there! You can also find the recordings of previous events on the [@DevBPMeetup YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@DevBPMeetup).

**Looking to connect with other business-minded people in Budapest?** Come join us for a laid-back evening with fellow entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creatives living and working in the city. There’s no formal agenda – just good vibes, real conversations, and a chance to meet others who understand the ups and downs of building your own path. We're looking forward to meeting you. **P.S.** Join our WhatsApp group for event updates and coordination: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FDSt53cB0xx3uWfw8oqxYi

***Conversation cards afternoon*** (*April 4th*\, Saturday 17:00 \| *Location:* Charbon Art Café) Welcome to the **unplugged club Budapest** ✨ This is a community for slowing down, disconnecting from our phones and reconnecting with ourselves and others - offline. **〜 What to expect** ☻ good questions ◦ interesting conversations ✧ connect with others For this event, we'll use the **Quality Time** conversation starter card game. **〜 Location** Charbon Art Café Budapest, Mária u. 1, 1085 **〜 Time** 17:00 - 19:00 **〜 Notes** ✧ The event is free, but please buy a beverage to support the venue. ✧ Come alone or bring a friend. ✧ Please confirm your spot on Meetup only if you’re certain you can attend. We have a maximum capacity of 10 people, and last-minute no-shows prevent others on the waiting list from joining. If plans change, please cancel your spot so someone else can join. ☻ Let's unplug for a few hours and enjoy meaningful conversations, without distractions ☻

Join me to practice dynamic power yoga in Budapest! English-speaking classes held at [Sanctuary yoga studio](https://www.sanctuary.hu/). Every Friday at 6:30pm. Open to all levels. Move, Sweat & Connect. **Book your spot [here.](https://www.sanctuary.hu/booking-calendar/friday-power-yoga-18-30-en?referral=service_list_widget)** Location: Budapest, Bercsényi u. 5, 1111 Instagram: [theinner.drishti](https://www.instagram.com/theinner.drishti/)

Beyond Simple Solutions: Cynefin, Antifragility, and the Art of Learning in Uncertain Environments With [Gábor Erényi.](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaborerenyi/) In a complex world problems don’t behave the way we expect them to—and trying to manage them with simple or complicated methods often makes things worse. During this meetup, we’ll explore the Cynefin framework and how it helps you to understand different types of situations and respond accordingly. We’ll look at what truly complex environments require, how learning and adaptation emerge from uncertainty, and how ideas from antifragility can help us not just survive volatility but ride on its waves. Expect a mindset shift that you can apply the next day.

Practice Buddhist meditation in the middle of Budapest! The meditation is suitable for beginners. Each regular meditation is guided and begins with a short introduction. (all together is about 30-40 minutes) Our regular Buddhist meditations have proven popular with people who want to integrate authentic Buddhist methods into their daily lives. For the modern lay person who is juggling work, relationships, and an active role in society, we teach a meditation that is easy to learn, and profound and powerful for experienced practitioners. The meditation originates from the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has a cumulative effect on mind, leading to greater clarity and calmness. Fearlessness, joy, and active compassion are the result of regular practice of Buddhist meditation. * Do I need any special clothing? No special clothing needed. * Does the attendance cost anything? No, the meditation is free.

Haladó argentin tangó óra heti rendszerességgel januártól! Várunk szeretettel! **Időpont**: Szerda, 20:15 - 21:30 (első alkalom 2026-ban: **január 6.)** **Helyszín**: Shift Stúdió, Andrássy út 35., 2. em., 12-es kapucsengő **Oktatók** Serbán Andrea és Szeghalmi Endre Órarend: [https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/](https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/) ✦✦✦ Advanced Argentine tango class held on a **weekly basis**. **🕒 Time** Wednesday, 8:15–9:30 PM **📍 Location** Shift Studio, Andrássy út 35., 2nd floor **Teachers** Andrea Serban & Endre Szeghalmi Prices: [https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/)

A mesterséges intelligencia ma már nem jövőkép, hanem a mindennapi működés része. De mit jelent ez a gyakorlatban egy vállalkozás vagy szervezet számára? Hogyan lehet az AI-t nemcsak kipróbálni, hanem tudatosan beépíteni a működésbe? Ezen az estén vendégünk **Balogh Dávid**, az *AI-vezérelt vállalkozás* című könyv szerzője. Dávid vállalkozóként és tanácsadóként több száz hazai cég tapasztalata alapján mutatja meg, hogyan válhat a mesterséges intelligencia valódi vezetői eszközzé – nem technológiai hype-ként, hanem a hatékonyabb működés részeként. Az est célja – a Leannovation közösség szellemiségéhez illeszkedve – a közös gondolkodás, tapasztalatmegosztás és inspiráció. Ha érdekel, hogyan találkozik a folyamatos fejlesztés szemlélete és az AI által nyitott új lehetőségek világa, tarts velünk! A témabeszélgetés után Lean Coffee meetinggel folytatjuk:-) Az esemény látogatása Leannovation Egyesületi tagsággal díjmentes. Részletek, csatlakozás: https://leannovation.hu/leannovation-egyesulet/ Az eseményen kép- és hangfelvétel készül. Várunk minden érdeklődőt!

⚠️ **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 a flat 2.6 mile hike along the Alum Creek Trail from the rear parking lot of the Easton Hilton Garden Inn to the Strawberry Farms Park and back. This scenic trail along Alum Creek is a gem. Come and hike it with us!

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

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