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Apeldoorn JUG @ Craftsmen - Maven's hidden secrets & Clean Architecture
Dear Java developer,
We would like to invite you to a physical Java Meetup powerd by Craftsmen in Apeldoorn about Maven's Hidden Secrets and Treasures to speed up your build by Ko Turk and Building maintainable Spring Boot apps with Clean Architecture by Michel Schudel
**Location**
STOOM
Vlijtseweg 114
7317 AG
Apeldoorn
Movie for route: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8XwbB6APsM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8XwbB6APsM)
Maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/bHihYysxXp71aQjP7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/bHihYysxXp71aQjP7)
**Program** (UTC +1)
17:30 Doors open
18:00 Food & networking
18:45 **Building maintainable Spring Boot apps with Clean Architecture** by Michel Schudel
19:30 Break
19:45 **Maven's Hidden Secrets and Treasures to speed up your build** by Ko Turk
20:30 Networking & drinks
21:15 Doors closed
**Building maintainable Spring Boot apps with Clean Architecture**
Clean Architecture is about separating concerns within your application to keep it maintainable, scalable, and testable. Some call it onion architecture, others call it hexagonal, but in the end they all aim for the same goal: protecting your domain logic from the messy outside world.
But how does this work in practice?
In this session, we'll build a Spring Boot application together using the principles of Clean Architecture. We'll use the Spring Boot Test framework for clean integration tests and ArchUnit to ensure our squeaky-clean application stays that way by enforcing architectural boundaries.
After this session you've learned what Clean Architecture is, and how you can leverage your own applications with it.
**Maven's Hidden Secrets and Treasures to speed up your build**
Ahoy, Maven Pirates! Gather around, for I have a treasure of knowledge to share with ye salty dogs. ☠️
Ye be hearin' about this thing called 'Build Caching'? It’s a secret weapon that can make yer ship (build) sail faster than a seagull catchin' the wind!
How does it work, ye ask? Well, add an extension to the project file in the "pom" ye mateys call it. But don't think it's all smooth sailin' from there. Nay, ye need to do a bit of work on the pipeline too. Arr, we be talkin' about addin' a remote (cache) server to the settings file, and then ye be sayin' goodbye to them extra (rum with) coffee breaks. ☕️
By makin' a few simple tweaks, we give yer build a mighty fine boost! And ye be learnin' all about them Maven lifecycles too! We will show how to improve yer tests and run them in parallel, like enterin’ a ship. ⚡️
But hear me out, me hearties, for this be no ordinary treasure of knowledge. Nay, this is reserved for a select few, the likes of ye who be joinin' this session.
So, keep yer lips sealed, and don't be tellin' a soul about this secret, aye?
**Ko Turk**
Ko Turk is a Software Architect, Java Engineer, and Community Builder with more than 15+ years of experience in development, architecture, speaking, and building communities.
Voxxed Days Amsterdam conference organiser --> [amsterdam.voxxedays.com](https://amsterdam.voxxeddays.com/)
JUGLeader @CodeLabJUG
[Green Software Champion](https://champions.greensoftware.foundation/champions/ko-turk/)
JFall Program Committee Member, DevoxxBE Community reviewer
Working @CodeLab, assignment @Rabobank.
Conference speaker, speaks about everything around Java (ok and Typescript ).
➡️ Website: [http://koturk.nl/](http://koturk.nl/)
**Michel Schudel**
Michel Schudel has been a passionate Java developer since 1998. Since then he has seen the good, the bad and the ugly in Java land. He loves to share his adventures in Java Land so you can learn from his experience (and more importantly, his mistakes!)
**Costs**: none
Coffee Meetup
You don’t have to build your business alone. During our Coffee Meetup at Kweek Foodbar, we bring together entrepreneurs, startups, and professionals from Flevoland to connect, share experiences, and grow their network.
Some of the most valuable conversations and collaborations start in an informal setting. Take a moment away from the daily hustle, enjoy a good cup of coffee, and connect with other entrepreneurs from the region.
📍 Kweek Foodbar, Zeewolde
Would you like to join us? **[Sign up via the link](https://event.inchecksysteem.nl/event/4c3d7262bdb8eb9d/shop/e6ef3f1c928e25c0)**[ ](https://event.inchecksysteem.nl/event/4c3d7262bdb8eb9d/shop/e6ef3f1c928e25c0)and we will reserve a spot for you.
We look forward to welcoming you. ☕🚀
3D workshop in Apeldoorn
**3D Workshop**
* **Ontwerpen met Fusion360**
* **Scannen in 3D**
* **Het gebruik van 3D printers**
**Je bent nu welkom in de nieuwe locatie NewTechPark**
Je kunt ook online aan deze fysieke bijeenkomst deelnemen. De bijeenkomst is dan op de locatie te volgen.
Als je [hier](w.j.put@hccnet.nl) vooraf een mailtje stuurt kun je dinsdagavond tussen 19.00 en 20.00 uur inloggen met Jitsi voor vragen, of ter kennismaking met hcc!3D.
Online neem je deel aan de bijeenkomst met [https://wij.hcc.nl/3D](https://wij.hcc.nl/3D)
[(Alleen toegang als je zichtbaar bent met voor- en achternaam. )](https://wij.hcc.nl/3d)
Werk Aan Jezelf — Week #8
We delen onze doelen en maken plannen voor de komende week.
Iedereen is welkom. We kijken er naar uit om jouw verhaal te horen.
U-speak! Toastmasters Meeting
Is public speaking something you’ve always wanted to learn? Then you’ve come to the right place!
Experience a safe and playful environment at U-Speak Toastmasters where you can develop your public speaking, communication, and leadership skills!
## **Welcome to U-Speak! Toastmasters**
Join our vibrant community at U-Speak!, where internationals and Dutch locals from Utrecht and its surroundings come together.
U-speak! Toastmasters is a welcoming, safe, supportive and playful environment where you can work on your public speaking, communication and leadership skills!
## **Discover our meeting experience**
Curious about what happens during our meetings? Here’s a glimpse into a typical evening at U-Speak! Our gatherings feature a lineup of three prepared speeches, engaging evaluations and impromptu speaking sessions.
At U-Speak!, every member gets their chance to shine. Whether you’re delivering a speech, providing feedback, or stepping up for impromptu speaking, our supportive environment ensures that everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
* ⏰ Time: 19:15 - 21:30 (7.15pm to 9.30pm)
Walkin at 19:15; Start of the meeting at 19:30
* 🌐 Venue: Room 8, Top Floor, Pub Florin, Utrecht
* 🙋🙋♂️🙋♀️Attendance: Typically, 15-20 people attend each meeting Many of our club members are not on Meetup, so the number of people attending as indicated here is not reflective of the actual number of people attending on a night.
* 🙋🙋♂️🙋♀️ Guests are welcome; rsvp is encouraged
*To maintain the high quality of our meetings and ensure all members have sufficient speaking opportunities, we've established a waitlist for new members. This allows us to provide the best possible learning experience for everyone. We're happy to add your name to our list, and we encourage you to join us as a guest in the meantime.*
Weekly Running Group
Every Tuesday, the group 024 Waalrunners goes for a run at a distance of between 5km - 10km. Everyone is welcome to join, you just need to turn up at 20:00 on Tuesday in front of Cafe De Hemel. There are different routes every time, and the group welcomes all new people to join them.
After the run we usually stay for a drink at De Hemel.
https://waalrunners.activedates.nl
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CRXG7x9HQUw4Q1qCrNzXn4?mode=ems_copy_t
https://www.facebook.com/024waalrunners-710731759317504
✨ UpDate: Fun At First Sight! Singles (25-37) Utrecht 🎟️Ticket Needed
😌 **Tired of dating apps or speed dating that feels forced and boring?**
✨ Ditch the apps and meet people offline in the most fun way possible!
We take a crowd of freshly showered people, mix them, and shake them up with:
🎲 Mini-games
🤼 Group Challenges
🧲 Connecting questions
🤪 Crazy hosts
**What to expect?**
Watch this video for a quick impression:
[https://update-events.nl/#whatcaniexpect](https://update-events.nl/#whatcaniexpect)
**No awkward silences**
Just like a perfect night out, the evening is filled with surprises. One moment you are playing a 1-on-1 game, the next you are mingling in a group challenge.
Amazing hosts will guide you through the evening, creating a group spirit, making you feel safe, and getting you laughing (a lot!).
You'll be having so much fun you won't even notice you're meeting dozens of new people in so many different ways!
**Our philosophy? Real connections happen with:**
😏 Reacting to unexpected situations together
😎 Discovering someone's natural vibe in a group setting
🗣️ Having deeper conversations naturally
🎭 Dropping the masks and getting playful
**It's a Match!**
Met someone you like? We make it easy. At the end of the night, simply select your favorites on your phone. If the interest is mutual, you’ll receive each other’s contact details the next morning via email :)
**🎟️ IMPORTANT: How to join?**
An RSVP on Meetup is **not** a ticket. We need to keep the gender balance equal, so you must get your ticket here:
👉 https://update-events.nl/events/update-17th-of-march-utrecht-the-5th-25-37-years-old-fun-at-first-sight/ (Note: Our events sell out fast, so don't wait too long!)
**Timeline**
18:45 - Doors open
19:00 - Official start & welcome
19:10 - Chaos! But nice, very social chaos :)
20:00 - Breather & Drinks
20:10 - More games, more people
21:00 - Is it already over? Don’t be sad, you can stick around! Maybe invite one of your favourites for a drink? :)
**P.S. Low RSVP count here? Don't worry!**
Most people book directly through our website or other channels. Our evenings are usually sold out with 30 participants. If we don't have enough sign-ups (which rarely happens), you will be offered a full refund.
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Ducosim Game Fair
Come over to the Ducosim game fair in Amersfoort. For a small fee (or become a member) many publishers are ready to demo their published games.
Next to that you can meet up and network with game designers, playtest their games and bring what you are working on and put it on the table.
More details: https://www.ducosim.nl/
Painting & Drawing Cafe in Amersfoort ( For Expats and English Speakers )
## 🎨**Activity for EXPATS & English Speakers** ☕
Are you an art enthusiast living in or around **Amersfoort, Hilversum, Utrecht, Nieuwegein, IJsseltein, De Bilt and the rest of cities of the Utrecht's province** who love painting or drawing? Maybe you've felt the joy of creating but struggled to find others who share your passion and speak **ENGLISH**? **You're not alone! 😉**
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## 🖌️**About this event**
You will meet other Art Lovers like you to Draw, Paint and have some drinks Together ! Our events are not just about sketching or creating art—they’re about building connections. Every two weeks, we meet at a café to have a relaxing time drawing a painting.
Please keep on mind that **ENGLISH i**s the official language we will use to integrate everyone in our conversations.
⭕⭕⭕➡️ **IMPORTANT ⬅️** ⭕⭕⭕⭕
### 👩🏻🎨**Book formally your Seat 🪑via [WHATSAPP](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)**
**If you want to confirm officially your attendance and separate your seat🪑. Book your seat in meet-up, and contact us via [WHATSAPP HERE](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f) to receive more information on the address of our activities.**
**Thanks a lot for your understanding!** 💐🥰
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### 👩🏻🎨**How Does It Work?**
This event is simple, this initiative takes 2 Hours. Most of the participants use pencils, water pencils or watercolours. Main aim is to socialize while we draw. There will be plenty of time to talk and get to know each other. We have to mention that this event is suitable for all levels. Many have started to draw in our event actually.
Also it is very important that you **[JOIN US AT OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f),** to stay up to date on our upcoming events and participate in our Drawing and Painting Contests!
**👉: [https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)** 🍀
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### ☕**Where?**
We will meet in different cafes mainly in the *center of Amersfoort ( and some occasions in other cities around)*. I will inform you of the exact place some days in advance this event. The place will depend on the number of attendees.
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### **🎟️ What is included?**
🟢 **2 HOURS TO HAVE FUN!**
🟢 **15 mins warming-up creative activity and paper material**🖌️🎨
🟢 New friendships and **conversations in ENGLISH** in a relaxed atmosphere
🟢 **Souvenir picture** with you and the rest of Art Lovers 📷
🟢 Exclusive **access to our Art Lovers Community** on which you will receive:
***\~\~\~ Drawing challenges,***
***\~\~\~ Training content,***
***\~\~\~ FREE Entries only to members***
***\~\~\~ Drawing Competitions***
🟢 Time to **create alongside fellow artists and amateurs**
🟢 The freedom to **work at your own pace** 💃🕺🎈
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### 🖼️**Art Materials?**
Bring your own practical art materials to be adaptable to sketch on a coffee table. Like your sketchbook, pencils, watercolor, markets, pencils, your Tablet..etc
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## **See you to Paint, Draw, and drink together!🌟☕🍷🍪🍰**
Utrecht Board Game Design Session
> The location is Landhuis in de Stad, Utrecht
Want to expand on a game design idea? Talk about a game feature that isn't just ready yet? Are you looking for playtesters or do you want to brainstorm on a new board game design with others and get their feedback? Find out what goes into making board games or just meet like-minded board game enthusiasts?
Then the Amsterdam Board Game Design session is for you!
Join us on [Discord](https://discord.gg/eDfmkyCyVX) for more information about what we do and upcoming events!
You & Your Brand: A Casual Sharing Hour (online)
Join a casual online hour to share you, your brand and business, and learn more about other business owners, locally and globally.
Join and share your brand, products/services, and about you.
Expand your visibility.
Every session will close with gratitude and a mini creative activity, so have a pen and paper, tablet, or something available with which to write/create/draw.
**RSVP here via EventBrite: [Event link](https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/you-and-your-brand-a-casual-networking-hour-tickets-1984283125243?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl)**
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*The only requirements are a minimum age of 18 years old,*
*and at least three attendees to make it a worthwhile hour for everyone.*
Dutch Laravel Foundation Meetup 2026 @ DIJ!
Donderdag 19 maart duiken we weer met onze collega Laravel enthousiastelingen de techniek in! De Dutch Laravel Foundation organiseert, zoals jullie van ons gewend zijn, wederom een inspirerende Laravel Meetup!
**Locatie**
Dit keer zijn we te gast bij DIJ te Apeldoorn:
DIJ
Roggestraat 111
7311 CC Apeldoorn
**Talks**
***Live demo NativePHP (door Shane Rosenthal, NativePHP)***
Shane Rosenthal zelf zal ons meer vertellen over alle grote ontwikkelingen op het gebied van NativePHP.
***Manage private packages with Pricore (door Maarten Bode, Zonneplan)***
Private PHP-packages beheren klinkt simpel. Satis die vastloopt, tokens die rondslingeren, geen zicht op wie toegang heeft. In deze talk laat Maarten zien hoe Pricore als open-source Laravel-app private package management weer overzichtelijk maakt.
***Teach AI your package (door Mario Aquino, Easi)***
Wat als AI jouw package écht begrijpt? Ontdek hoe je skills en guidelines meelevert via Laravel Boost.
***Keep out the vibe-coders: hoe lever je consequent veilige Laravel apps? (door Martijn van de Wetering, CBYTE Digital)***
In een wereld van snel ontwikkelende technologie speelt security een steeds belangrijkere rol. Maar waar moet je rekening mee houden, en hoe maak je het jezelf makkelijker?
***Inertia 3, Inertia UI updates en life @ Laravel (door Pascal Baljet, Laravel)***
Op Laracon EU is weer een hoop moois aangekondigd, waaronder Inertia 3. Pascal praat ons bij over de nieuwste ontwikkelingen rond Inertia en Inertia UI, en vertelt ook over zijn overstap naar Laravel sinds de laatste keer dat we hem spraken.
**Programma**
18.00 - Inloop en iets te eten
18.50 - Welkom
19.00 - Live demo NativePHP (Shane Rosenthal, NativePHP)
19.30 - Manage Private Packages with Pricore (Maarten Bode, Zonneplan)
19.45 - Teach AI your package (door Mario Aquino, Easi)
20.00 - Keep out the vibe-coders (door Martijn van de Wetering, CBYTE Digital)
20.15 - Korte pauze
20.30 - I*nertia 3, Inertia UI updates en life @ Laravel (door* Pascal Baljet, Laravel)
21.15 - Social
**Deelname**
Wil je ook graag aanwezig zijn? Aanmelden kan nu al! Meld je direct via Meetup aan voor dit niet te missen event! Lidmaatschap van de Dutch Laravel Foundation is **niet** vereist!
**Tot slot**
Mochten er nog vragen bestaan dan beantwoorden we die natuurlijk graag! **We zien jullie donderdag 19 maart!**
Fortinet Security Fabric: All‑in Protection met Zero Trust & AI?
Wil je beter begrijpen hoe moderne cybersecurityoplossingen werken en hoe Zero Trust, detectietechnologie en AI concreet worden toegepast door **Fortinet**? Tijdens deze kennissessie op **18 maart** nemen experts Mario Maas en Eric van Alebeek je mee in de belangrijkste ontwikkelingen binnen het Fortinet‑portfolio, praktisch, inhoudelijk en direct toepasbaar.
Zij laten zien hoe Fortinet technologie inzet in de praktijk: van detectiesystemen tot door AI versterkte beveiliging die verweven zit door de hele Security Fabric.
**Agenda:**
* Introductie + update Fortinet
\- Detectie systemen: FortiDeceptor en Mail Workspace
* Zero Trust (ZTNA/SASE)
* Fortinet AI toepassingen
*Het programma zal deze avond als volgt zijn:*
* Vanaf 17.15 u: inloop
* Rond 17.30/18.00 u: eten
* 18.30 u: start kennissessie
* 20.00 u: afsluiting
We zien jullie graag dan!
From strangers to friends - Locals meet expats community dinner
**From Strangers to Friends – Community Dinner 🍽️**
Join us for a special edition of *From Strangers to Friends*: a cozy community dinner where expats and locals come together to share food, stories, and meaningful conversations.
Entrance is free, simply bring a dish from your country to share with the group.
After you sign up, we’ll briefly coordinate who brings what so we don’t end up with only desserts 😉.
Please bring a small note with the ingredients of your dish so everyone knows what they are eating.
If you have any dietary restrictions, let me know.
Come alone if you like, many people do! Or bring a friend! You’ll leave with new connections and great conversations.
During the dinner, question cards will be on the tables to spark deeper and more interesting discussions.
📍 **Location:** Café Libertas, Klarendalseweg 477-1, Arnhem
🚶 **Distance:** 7-minute walk from Velperpoort station
🕕 **Gathering:** 18:00
🍽️ **Dinner starts:** 18:30
**Entrance:** Bring a dish to share.
Curious what our events look like? Check the photo albums in this group (visible on desktop).
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Dulles Code & Coffee [FINAL] @ BTI360
**April 4, 2026 will be the last Dulles Code & Coffee event at BTI360.**
Dulles Code & Coffee is a collaborative community of software and technology enthusiasts seeking to learn, grow, and help each other. All skill levels are welcome. The concept is simple. Bring a laptop and ideas. We’ll provide coffee, tea, and donuts.
Thank you to [BTI360](https://www.bti360.com/) for sponsoring this event.
## **Event Format**
1. At 9:15 everyone introduces themselves and briefly describes what brought them out this morning (project, homework, networking, etc.).
2. For the rest of the day folks work in the communal space, socializing and asking/giving help as desired.
## **Location**
BTI360’s Office in Herndon
The office is across from Worldgate, looking down on the toll road.
## **Address**
12930 Worldgate Dr, Ste 400, Herndon, VA 20170 [[map](https://goo.gl/maps/pF5ZrPUviX1vtmdSA)]
## **Logistics**
* **Must be a U.S. Citizen to attend. Real ID verification is required. With updated security protocols, foreign nationals are unable to attend.**
* PARKING: Use the surface lot. All spaces marked MIII are open for parking. Please avoid Management spaces, State Farm and SP+
* ARRIVAL: Follow the signs from the front entrance to the freight elevator located in the parking garage on level P2. Take the elevator to Suite 400 (Floor 4).
* How to find us video: [https://youtu.be/ohqFzyqiASE](https://youtu.be/ohqFzyqiASE)
## **Community Guidelines**
We value the participation of each member of the community and want all attendees to have an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. To ensure a conducive environment, all participants are required to conform to our [code of conduct](https://github.com/DullesCodeCoffee/.github/blob/main/code-of-conduct.md).
Help The Homeless
• What we'll do
We plan on meeting at Grace Presbyterian Church at 9:30 AM on Saturday to assemble care packages and help people who have very little and help them survive. This would be a great time to bring a friend or your children to do something good for humanity.
After we assemble the 120 backpack care packages, we plan to have coffee and snacks, socialize and then drive to DC to distribute the backpacks. If you choose to go with us, we'll return about 1:00 pm.
Looking forward to seeing you all at the Meetup.
• How can you help?
\- You can contribute money\. Make checks out to Grace Presbyterian Church\, marked for Help the Homeless and mail to David Retherford\, Grace Presbyterian Church\, 7434 Bath Street\, Springfield\, VA 22150 or bring the money to the Meetup and put it in the basket there or give it to me\.
\- Winter items: coats\, jackets\, sweaters\, gloves\, scarves\, thermal socks
\- You can also donate clothes and personal care articles at the Meetup or during the week\. Just leave them on the stage\.
\- Clothing \(New or gently used\)
\- Men and Women socks
\- Men and Women underwear
\- Men and Women shirts
\- Men and Women pants
\- Anything to keep warm and dry\!\!\!\!
Other Items:
-Backpacks (new or gently used)
-Roll of duct tape
• What to bring
A willing attitude and if it’s cold, some warm clothes.
• Important to know
\- All are welcome\! The Handicap entrance is through the Tower door \(Door 2\) in front\.
\- All others can enter at the North parking lot\.
\- If you are looking for something eventful to do on Sunday\, check out the services at Grace\.
\- We’ll tell you about any other Grace volunteer opportunities at the Meetup
[https://www.gracepresby.org/](https://www.gracepresby.org/)
RSVP to the next Washington D.C. Red Hat User Group
RSVP here: **[https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=)[RHCTN1260000475092](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=RHCTN1260000475092)**
Is configuration drift silently killing your stability? Join us for the next Red Hat User Group (RHUG) event in Washington D.C. and discover the future of IT infrastructure management with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10 Image Mode.
This isn't just another operating system update—it's a new paradigm. You’ll learn how to treat your entire OS as a versioned, container-native artifact, bringing the speed and control of DevOps to your foundational layer.
**Event Highlights:**
* Deep Dive: Deploying and maintaining a truly immutable, compliant operating system.
* Expert Insight: How to use familiar container-native tools to build bootable RHEL images.
* Networking: Connect with peers, Linux administrators, security engineers, and infrastructure architects.
Don't miss this opportunity to transform your IT services.
Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
Location: Red Hat Tysons Corner, McLean, VA
Secure your spot today and get ready to eliminate operational "noise" for good.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Your RHUG Team
Sheltie Exploration @ Theodore "Sheltievelt" Island
For our March meetup the Shelties will investigate Theodore Sheltievelt -er- Roosevelt Island, DC. This 88 acre island is connected to the mainland by a footbridge on the Virginia side. We plan to meet by this bridge at 11am and proceed to explore the network of trails and memorial site thereafter. This will be an on-leash event.
For more information: https://www.nps.gov/this/index.htm
What to bring: water, snacks, bug-spray, waste bags, etc.
Like all of our events this is pending good weather that it's not too hot for our thick furred friends, so fingers crossed!
Please RSVP with the number of SHELTIES in your party so we know how many furry friends to expect!
RSVP to the next Washington D.C. RHUG
**RSVP here: [https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=)[RHCTN1260000475092](https://reg.experiences.redhat.com/flow/redhat/3558153/redhatfieldeventspreregnoappform/page/landingregistrationpage?sc_cid=RHCTN1260000475092)**
Is configuration drift silently killing your stability? Join us for the next Red Hat User Group (RHUG) event in Washington D.C. and discover the future of IT infrastructure management with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10 Image Mode.
This isn't just another operating system update—it's a new paradigm. You’ll learn how to treat your entire OS as a versioned, container-native artifact, bringing the speed and control of DevOps to your foundational layer.
Event Highlights:
* Deep Dive: Deploying and maintaining a truly immutable, compliant operating system.
* Expert Insight: How to use familiar container-native tools to build bootable RHEL images.
* Networking: Connect with peers, Linux administrators, security engineers, and infrastructure architects.
Don't miss this opportunity to transform your IT services.
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
Location: Red Hat Tysons Corner, McLean, VA
Secure your spot today and get ready to eliminate operational "noise" for good.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Your RHUG Team
Questions? Email [rhug@redhat.com](http://rhug@redhat.com/)
Bolly Fest - Desi Club Party
Bollywood Desi Club Night at Luxurious space ONYX DC
\-\-\-\-\-\>Tickets \- https://bollyfestdc\.eventbrite\.com
Band Baaja Entertainment Present
**BOLLY FEST @ ONYX DC**
**Saturday, March 21st, 2026**
Doors Open: 10:00 PM \| Party Ends: 3:00 AM
**ONYX Rooftop Lounge,** 1815 M St NW, Washington, DC 20036
**Experience the Newest Luxurious Venue**
Premium Bars & Hookah
**Nonstop Music by Celebrity DJ SVP**
Bollywood \| Bhangra \| Tollywood \| Afrobeats \| Top 40 \| International
**Dress Code: Stylish \| Dress to Impress \| Extra Hot**
**Ages 21+ Only**
***VIP Tables & Bottle Service***
**Contact: Saumil: 240.505.7285**
**PLEASE bring your valid Government-issued ID -- "US Driver's License" ( ACTIVE not expired )**
**If you don't have active valid US license -- bring Valid PASSPORT // ( phone images will not work )**
**This is a public event. We may take pictures and videos at the event, and we have full rights to use this media on social media without seeking your prior or post permissions. You can contact us if you don’t feel confident with any of our postings. We may be able to help you.**
Learn all things Data Science and Compete on Kaggle
We will be meeting at Starbucks to learn together. Come with an online class you're already going through or an interest and we will try to connect you with a course where you can learn it. Already have a skill you want to contribute to a Kaggle Datascience competition? We will work on these too! Laptop required :)
















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