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Friday Pickleball @ Melbourne Central | *Read Description* RMIT PKBL CLUB
๐ฅ๐พ **Social Pickleball - All Levels Welcome!** ๐ฅ๐พ
**๐ข [Instagram: @rmit_pickleball](https://www.instagram.com/rmit_pickleball/)**
**๐ข [WhatsApp: RMIT Pickleball Club](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G7VE0NcThWWIgLnnJBVQBq)**
**๐ Paddles and balls provided! Beginner friendly - simply show up and weโll teach you the basics ๐พ**
Grab a paddle, play pickleball, and meet new people!
**๐ฅ Who is it for?**
* Members of public and RMIT students
* Complete beginners
* Intermediate players
* Advanced players (up to DUPR 4.5 expected)
**โ
How to join?**
1. **Become a club member** [at the RMIT Store](https://store.rmit.edu.au/pages/club/pickleball) (one-off payment)
2. **RSVP** on Meetup to join the session
3. When marked as **โGoingโ**, pay for the session:
**\- Payment link** is in the **comment section below** (posted 1-3 days before)
\- Use your RMIT Store account with a club membership \(from step 1\)
4. Canโt attend? Update your RSVP to โNot Goingโ
**โณ Priority on waitlist**
1. Clear Meetup profile with name and photo
2. RMIT students
3. Regular attendees
**๐ On the day**
* New players, please **introduce yourself to the host**
* New players wanting a **rules intro**, please arrive on-time and ask a host
* Have your **emailed ticket receipt ready** \- it will be checked on the day
**๐ Cancellations and Refunds**
* No refunds for change of mind, non-attendance, or no-shows
* Refunds only if the event is cancelled (weather or court availability)
* Credit for a later session may be offered by agreement in case of event cancellation
* Pay only when we share the payment link in Meetup - using old links is at your own risk
Whether you are new to pickleball or a regular player, this is a great way to get some games in and connect with the community. Come solo or bring a friend - everyone is welcome!
**๐ Spots are limited, so RSVP early! ๐**
UPDATED PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION: TBG 35+ Midfield @ Sat 8:30am
**FOR THIS WEEK (4th July) WE WILL TRY KICK OFF FOR 8:30AM SO WE CAN GO TO THE GREAT NORTHERN AFTER TO WATCH THE COLOMBIA GAME!!!! PLEASE BE ON TIME!!**
This smaller half-pitch match is strictly for **35 years and older** players only, as well as **not for beginners**. You must register to play.
Please arrive on time to lend a hand in setting up the goals. A Roll Call for registered players is conducted. If you arrive late, you will need to join one of the other remaining open-age matches and relinguish your spot for someone who is on the waiting list and has come on-time. Please have the courtesy to de-register if you are unable to attend at all. Please wear a black or white top, or bring both so teams can be easily divided evenly.
We recommend shin guards as the game is competitive and a contact sport. It is up to you to manage your own risk of injury, as this is social and free. However, we do NOT condone sliding tackles and over-aggressiveness.
Please place your possessions in a safe place while the game is running. Your possessions are your own responsibility.
Post-match, please help with packing up the goals, bibs and cones. 2-3 people per goal makes very light work and only takes 3 minutes.
Instructions to set up the Air Inflatable 3m/5m wide x 2m high goals:
[https://youtu.be/rA-_-ViyP1g](https://youtu.be/rA-_-ViyP1g)
Instructions to set up the Metallic Everfit 3.6m wide x 1.8m high goals:
[https://youtu.be/_6HWZdlMAB0](https://youtu.be/_6HWZdlMAB0)
Saturday Pickleball @ Melbourne Central *Read Description* RMIT PKBL CLUB
๐ฅ๐พ **Social Pickleball - All Levels Welcome!** ๐ฅ๐พ
**๐ข [Instagram: @rmit_pickleball](https://www.instagram.com/rmit_pickleball/)**
**๐ข [WhatsApp: RMIT Pickleball Club](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G7VE0NcThWWIgLnnJBVQBq)**
**๐ Paddles and balls provided! Beginner friendly - simply show up and weโll teach you the basics ๐พ**
Grab a paddle, play pickleball, and meet new people!
**๐ฅ Who is it for?**
* Members of public and RMIT students
* Complete beginners
* Intermediate players
* Advanced players (up to DUPR 4.5 expected)
**โ
How to join?**
1. **Become a club member** [at the RMIT Store](https://store.rmit.edu.au/pages/club/pickleball) (one-off payment)
2. **RSVP** on Meetup to join the session
3. When marked as **โGoingโ**, pay for the session:
**\- Payment link** is in the **comment section below** (posted 1-3 days before)
\- Use your RMIT Store account with a club membership \(from step 1\)
4. Canโt attend? Update your RSVP to โNot Goingโ
**โณ Priority on waitlist**
1. Clear Meetup profile with name and photo
2. RMIT students
3. Regular attendees
**๐ On the day**
* New players, please **introduce yourself to the host**
* New players wanting a **rules intro**, please arrive on-time and ask a host
* Have your **emailed ticket receipt ready** \- it will be checked on the day
**๐ Cancellations and Refunds**
* No refunds for change of mind, non-attendance, or no-shows
* Refunds only if the event is cancelled (weather or court availability)
* Credit for a later session may be offered by agreement in case of event cancellation
* Pay only when we share the payment link in Meetup - using old links is at your own risk
Whether you are new to pickleball or a regular player, this is a great way to get some games in and connect with the community. Come solo or bring a friend - everyone is welcome!
**๐ Spots are limited, so RSVP early! ๐**
Stranger Soccer 5-a-side kickoff @ ACU Fitzroy!
G'day! We have a 5-a-side kickoff happening **every Friday, from 6-7 pm at Rooftop Futsal @ ACU Fitzroy**!
To join us, just download the Stranger Soccer app and register for free. If you're joining us for the first time, use the code **WELCOME** to book this game for free.
Book your slot now and get involved. Cheers!
Volleyball Training and Games - Intermediate - B Level (PVGC)
Welcome to Melbourne Volleyball Academy! ๐ค
**[[WHAT]]**
This session will be broken into 2 halves, 1st half is training and the 2nd half is games. Please arrive on time as we will start exactly at 6:30 PM.
Our intention is to have this training be the 'next step' after our beginner-level training at North Melbourne Community Centre.
We will be focusing on learning what specific roles on the court entail, improving 'volleyball IQ', breaking bad habits, and building better techniques.
**[[WHERE]]**
The session will be held as Pascoe Vale Girls College.
Please enter via Cornwall Road through the back gates as other entrances onto the campus will be closed
**[[WHO]]**
The training is intended for social volleyball players at the intermediate level or 'B' level (for more details on volleyball levels, please visit our site here: https://melbournevolleyballacademy.com.au/skill-levels-explained).
Players are expected to:
* have strong fundamentals
* pass freeballs and serve receive consistently
* understand 4-2 system (pass middle rotation)
* have some knowledge of 5-1 (1 setter all around) or 6-2 (back row setter only) systems
* understand 'base defense'
* help others and have good sportsmanship
If you are a high intermediate (BB) or advanced player (A) you are more than welcome to join but you may find our open play sessions for BB/A level players more suitable.
For players that are at the beginner level, we suggest attending our training on Fridays at North Melbourne Community Centre 6-9PM as beginners may find the drills and level of play too difficult.
Players will be asked to attend a different session if their play is deemed unsafe or if they are not of the appropriate skill level.
**[[HOW MUCH]]**
$24 card payment will be collected on the day via square (EFTPOS) payment.
**[[WHEN]]**
The stadium is booked for 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM. However, feel free to come early and stretch as the stadium is open earlier.
**Last-minute dropouts and no-shows will have a zero-tolerance policy going forward.**
All players are expected to **update their RSVP at least 24 hours** in advance if they are unable to attend. This applies to players on the going list and the waitlist.
**[[THINGS TO BRING]]**
We ask that you bring:
* Water bottle
* Appropriate footwear for indoor court shoes - netball shoes, volleyball shoes, or basketball shoes would be suitable.
* Wear contacts or sports glasses if possible.
**[[OTHER DETAILS]]**
Only those on the โgoingโ list are permitted to play. If you are on the waitlist, or not registered at all, you will not be permitted to play.
UPDATED PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION: TBG 35+ Defence @ Sat 8:30am
**FOR THIS WEEK (4th July) WE WILL TRY KICK OFF FOR 8:30AM SO WE CAN GO TO THE GREAT NORTHERN AFTER TO WATCH THE COLOMBIA GAME!!!! PLEASE BE ON TIME!!**
This smaller half-pitch match is strictly for **35 years and older** players only, as well as **not for football beginners**. You must register to play.
Please arrive on time to lend a hand in setting up the goals. A Roll Call for registered players is conducted. If you arrive late, you will need to join one of the other remaining open-age matches and relinguish your spot for someone who is on the waiting list and has come on-time. Please have the courtesy to de-register if you are unable to attend at all. Please wear a black or white top, or bring both so teams can be easily divided evenly.
We recommend shin guards as the game is competitive and a contact sport. It is up to you to manage your own risk of injury, as this is social and free. However, we do NOT condone sliding tackles and over-aggressiveness.
Please place your possessions in a safe place while the game is running. Your possessions are your own responsibility.
Post-match, please help with packing up the goals, bibs and cones. 2-3 people per goal makes very light work and only takes 3 minutes.
Instructions to set up the Air Inflatable 3m/5m wide x 2m high goals:
[https://youtu.be/rA-_-ViyP1g](https://youtu.be/rA-_-ViyP1g)
Instructions to set up the Metallic Everfit 3.6m wide x 1.8m high goals:
[https://youtu.be/_6HWZdlMAB0](https://youtu.be/_6HWZdlMAB0)
Advanced Volleyball Session (Menโs Net)
There will be a cap of 18 players, allowing 3 teams of 6. Games will be played to 15 points.
These games are intended to be played at an intermediate to advanced level.
$8 per person if you wouldn't mind! ๐๐
Account name: Tam Nguyen
BSB: 067873
Account number: 12770014
Or
PayID: 0481463419
_Make sure to attach YOUR name!_
RSVP opens each Friday at 10:00pm
Only those on the โgoingโ list are permitted to play.
Participants attend and play at their own risk. We are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur during the session.
Have fun, be respectful, and keep a positive attitude!
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Speaker Workshop 3 Part Series - Speechcraft 2026
๐๏ธ **Registration is essential. Tickets must be purchased in advance via** [TryBooking](https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1546728). Registration through Meetup alone does not secure your place.
**Ever walked out of an interview wishing you'd explained yourself better?**
Or found yourself struggling to organise your thoughts when speaking in a meeting, presentation, or important conversation?
Speechcraft is a practical, hands-on program designed to help you communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and impact. Across three interactive sessions, you'll learn how to structure your ideas, speak with purpose, and deliver messages that people remember.
Hosted by Southbank Toastmasters, this supportive workshop series combines expert guidance, real speaking practice, and constructive feedback in a friendly environment. Whether you're preparing for interviews, presentations, leadership roles, or simply want to become a more confident communicator, Speechcraft will give you skills you can use immediately.
**Important:** This is a complete three-session program. When you purchase a ticket, you'll automatically be enrolled in all sessions.
What are the signs of a spiritual awakening?
โจWhat are the Signs of a Spiritual Awakening?โจ
Dream messages, Wake up calls, Realisations โ learn an easy way to tune in
You are more than your daily routineโyou are an eternal, creative being.
Join us for an ECK Light and Sound Service to explore your innate ability to know divine truth. This session is a blend of shared wisdom and quiet contemplation, featuring the HU Chant to help shift your frequency.
Itโs an hour dedicated to having your own personal experience with the Light and Sound of God. Anyone, regardless of belief or background, can tune in and explore the spiritual principles that move through our lives.
You are invited to stay for refreshments and fellowship after the service.
Hosted by ECKANKAR The Path of Spiritual Freedom
more info - [www.eckankar-essa.org.au](http://www.eckankar-essa.org.au/)
Sunday Gaming Meetup & Social by Respawn
Welcome to Respawnโs Gamers Citadel! ๐ก๏ธ
Come hang out, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a chill vibe with great food and drinks. ๐ฅค
Entry is $3 or buy yourself a drink or food. ๐ฒ
At the โGamers Citadelโ, we provide the consoles for you and have two multiplayer (2-4 player) game stations (A, B, C and D). For our board games area you are allowed to BYO! ๐ฏ โ๏ธ
Currently available are: Switch, PS1, PS2, SNES, N64, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more! If youโre bringing anything, please DM us so we can accommodate. โค๏ธ
Conditions of entry are to either purchase any food or drink of your choice and we will provide you a reusable badge to show that youโre one of us! โ๏ธ
Whether youโre a casual player or a hardcore fan, this is the place to be. Donโt miss out on the fun! ๐คฉ
Our games list is below! ๐
Game Station A - PS3:
1st Game: Tekken Tag Tournament 2
2nd Game: Mortal Kombat 9
Game Station B - N64 Emulator - Dean:
1st Game: Conkers Bad Fur Day - 4 player.
2nd Game: Golden Eye 007 - 4 player.
Game Station C - PS4 - Michael + Yousef
1st Game: Rocket League
2nd Game: Virtual Fighter 5 Revival
Game Station D - TCG + Board Games:
Pokรฉmon TCG
YU-Gi-OH! TCG
UNO
JENGA
BYO available!
You can bring your own board games, controllers, equipment etc. ๐
Follow us on Instagram: @respawn.social ๐ฑ
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/phscMtBqpW ๐ง
Find Respawn on Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/s/respawn-gaming-social-club-lau/940165205164472/ ๐
Visit our website for all info: https://intermingle.au/respawn/ ๐ฉโ๐ป
Volleyball Social Games - Intermediate (UNIMELB)
**[[WHAT]]**
This session is for social volleyball games where there will be 8 teams of 6 per court across 3 courts. Please arrive on time as there will warm-up time provided for 20-25 minutes at 1 PM while the hosts set up the nets.
Games will be played to 15 points, the session will be organised as a 'king-of-the-court' session with a high, middle, and low court. Players will move up and down the courts as their team wins or loses.
**[[WHO]]**
The session is intended for social volleyball players at the intermediate level.
Players should:
* Understand basic volleyball rules (3 touches, foot faults, etc.)
* Call for the ball when playing and communicate well
* Ready to learn (or already know) 5-1 system
* Efficient in passing/hitting/setting/serving
* Have minimal unforced errors (missed serves, etc..)
* Have control over their play around the net and centre line
If you are uncomfortable with the base fundamentals, we recommend coming to our beginner training sessions on Friday 6-9PM or Saturday 2-5PM.
**[[HOW MUCH]]**
$21 card payment will be collected on the day via square (EFTPOS) payment.
Payments will be collected prior to game play during warm up.
**[[WHEN]]**
Sunday afternoon from 1 PM- 4 PM.
However, feel free to come early and stretch as Unimelb Sport is open earlier.
**Last minute dropouts and no-shows will have a zero-tolerance policy going forward.**
All players are expected to update their RSVP at least 24 hours in advance if they are unable to attend.
This applies to players on the going list and the waitlist.
**[[THINGS TO BRING]]**
We ask that you bring
* Water bottle
* Appropriate footwear for indoor court shoes - netball shoes, volleyball shoes, or basketball shoes would be suitable.
* Wear contacts or sports glasses
**[[OTHER DETAILS]]**
Only those on the โgoingโ list are permitted to play. If you are on the waitlist, or not registered at all, you will not be permitted to play.
Volleyball Openplay (BB/A) - Advanced (NMRC)
\*\*\*\*NEW SESSION!!\*\*\*\*
Welcome to Melbourne Volleyball Academy. ๐ค
**[[WHAT]]**
This session is specifically for games only (no training). There will be a cap of 18 players, allowing for 3 teams of 6. Games will be played to 15 points, with a cap at 18 points.
These games are intended to be played at a high-intermediate(BB)/advanced(A) level.
Please see an explanation of skill levels on our website here: [https://melbournevolleyballacademy.com.au/skill-levels-explained](https://melbournevolleyballacademy.com.au/skill-levels-explained)
**[[WHO]]**
The session is intended for ADVANCED players.
Players should be able to:
* Have strong fundamentals for all volleyball techniques
* Serve receive a majority of serves well & serve over the net consistently
* Basic understanding of 5-1, and 6-2 systems (we do not play a pass middle 4-2 system in this session)
* Have an understanding of base defense
* Know all/most volleyball rules
Players that are not of the intermediate(BB)/advanced(A) level will be asked to leave as we want to ensure that all players have an enjoyable time playing.
**[[HOW MUCH $$]]**
$14 card payment will be processed on the day via square reader (EFTPOS).
**[[WHEN]]**
The stadium is booked from 12:20 PM-2:20 PM weekly, every Saturday. However, feel free to come early and stretch as the Recreation Centre is open earlier.
Last minute dropouts and no shows will have a zero-tolerance policy going forward.
All players are expected to update their RSVP at least 24 hours in advanced if they are unable to attend.
This applies to players on the going list and the waitlist.
**[[OTHER DETAILS]]**
Only those on the โgoingโ list are permitted to play. If you are on the waitlist, or not registered at all, you will not be permitted into the gymnasium.
DUPR Sunday Pickleball @ Melbourne Central *Read description* RMIT PKBL CLUB
๐ฅ๐พ Social Pickleball DUPR Round Robin โ All Levels Welcome! ๐ฅ๐พ
๐ Top 3 players win a FREE session at any future RMIT Pickleball DUPR event!
๐ข Instagram: @rmit_pickleball
๐ข WhatsApp: RMIT Pickleball Club
๐ Paddles and balls provided!
Join us for a social yet competitive pickleball session with DUPR-rated matches. Meet new players, enjoy great games, and build your DUPR rating in a fun round robin format.
๐ฅ Who is it for?
* Members of the public and RMIT students
* Social and competitive players looking for rated games
* Intermediate and advanced players
* New DUPR players are welcome if they are comfortable with pickleball rules, scoring, and gameplay
๐ Format
* DUPR round robin format
* Partners and opponents will rotate throughout the session
* Pairings are generated based on results from previous rounds
* No fixed partners for the session
* All match results will be submitted to DUPR
โ
How to join?
1. Become a club member at the RMIT Store (one-off payment)
2. RSVP on Meetup to join the session
3. Once marked as โGoingโ, pay for the session:
* Payment link will be posted in the Meetup comments section 1โ3 days before the event
* Use your RMIT Store account with an active club membership
If you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to โNot Goingโ.
โณ Priority on Waitlist
1. Clear Meetup profile with your name and photo
2. RMIT students
3. Regular attendees
๐
On the day
* New players, please introduce yourself to the host
* Have your Pickleheads app and DUPR account ready before the session
* A Pickleheads group invite will be provided on the day for match assignments and score entry
* If you have not joined Pickleheads or created a DUPR account yet, please arrive a little earlier and we can help you get set up before play begins
* Have your emailed ticket receipt ready, as it may be checked on the day
๐ Cancellations and Refunds
* No refunds for change of mind, non-attendance, or no-shows
* Refunds are only provided if the event is cancelled (e.g. weather or court availability)
* Credit for a future session may be offered by agreement if an event is cancelled
* Only pay using the payment link shared in Meetup comments. Using old payment links is at your own risk.
Whether youโre new to pickleball or a regular player, this is a great way to get some games in and connect with the community. Come solo or bring a friend โ everyone is welcome!
๐ Spots are limited, so RSVP early! ๐
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Data & Analytics Wednesday - Learning from Everyday Data
**Practical Curiosity: Learning from Everyday Data**
How do we actually get better at utilizing our day-to-day data? Fancy dashboards and complex models might look nice and draw attention, but thatโs not where most of us spend our time. In fact those shiny outputs frequently sit unused, while the real insights are drawn from the analystโs daily practice.
Sometimes itโs as simple and as powerful as noticing that a segment is shrinking, a channel is underused, or certain links keep getting all the clicks. Thereโs many different places that the spark of insight can come from, but you have to keep your head in the data and know where to look.
In this session, weโll explore real-world examples of how segmentation, testing, and click behavior can uncover practical digital marketing opportunities. Youโll leave with inspiration for your own use cases, along with a few simple ways to ask better questions, spot meaningful patterns, and make smarter decisions without overcomplicating it.
**About Our Speaker:**
[Elaine Armbruster](https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainearmbruster/) is a Director of Digital Experience at the [American Diabetes Association](https://diabetes.org/), where she focuses on using data and insights to create smarter, more effective digital experiences. A lifelong Columbus resident, she has built her career in email marketing and the broader digital user journey, and is finding she most enjoys working in the messy middle where systems, data, and big ideas donโt quite line up yet.
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)
IxDA Chat n Pancakes
You can sleep in on the Sesquicentennial (observed), weโre shifting to the following Friday.
But join the local UX community for a chat and some biscuits to catch up. If you were in CA for Figma Config, tell us all the lines and you can tell me how I can animate an SVG without coding it by hand, and why Iโd even want to.
Thanks to the team at Nationwide of supporting the group.
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!
Directing and Lighting Your Shoot
**Donโt miss your opportunity to learn from a duo with over 16 years of experience combined. During this demonstration event, you can expect to learn how to direct and guide your creative vision through lighting and communication to your model. We guarantee you will leave this event feeling more confident to try new lighting set ups to match up with your anticipated outcome. Finding the right way to express your vision is key to getting your model to pose accordingly, so we got you there too! To take this even further, think about signing up for a tutorial spot following the demonstration.**
***Note: this is a demonstration event only, you will not shoot your own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.***
**Following the demonstration will be a tutorial/coaching event - sign up separately if you are interested at**
https://calendar.app.google/ZcHb4CQB2rrV3U7j9
**Save and book both for $199 (discounted from $215; the discount will be applied on the Tutorial invoice).**
Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry | Design Your Own Custom Candle
## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle
**SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free!
Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **youโll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether youโre coming solo or with friends, itโs designed to be simple, creative, and a good time.
Weโll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and weโll handle the rest.
While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for.
Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/)
***
### What to Expect:
* Guided candle making experience
* Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance
* 100% soy wax candles
* Optional drinks and snacks
* Time to relax while your candle cools
***
### Important Notes:
* Please arrive on time so we can start together
* Candles will need time to set before taking home
* This is a beginner-friendly event
***
### RSVP Required
Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat.
**Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids)
5oz Glass Jars $15
8oz Candle Tins $25
12oz Glass Candles $35
12oz Amber Jars $40
16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!)
**All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).**
**Payments accepted:**
* Credit Card
* Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee
* Cashapp: $DaclaudL
Stop Guessing: How to Measure and Improve LLM Outputs
Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it โseems good,โ and move on.
That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable.
In this talk, weโll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. Weโll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork.
This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it.
Weโll cover:
* Why โit looks goodโ is not enough
* How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints
* How to compare LLM outputs more systematically
* Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness
* How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results
* Where automated evaluation works โ and where humans still need to stay in the loop
By the end, youโll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve.
LOGISTICS AND PARKING:
The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks!
The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
Page Building with Bricks (Class 06 of 10) (FEE BASED)
**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:**
1. The dates for this series are simply placeholders at the moment. We are working on our 2026 schedule, and adjustments are forthcoming.
2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee.
3. Each class from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective is a separate entity.
**Introduction:**
Our Page Building with Bricks web development class provides detailed instruction for using Bricks Builder, a visual site builder for WordPress, to create and manage websites. Widely considered by many of the world's leading web developers to be the most complete page builder on the market today, Bricks Builder offers a wide range of features and comprehensive tools. Our Bricks Builder web development class provides detailed instructions on utilizing the toolset. The series of courses covers the core features of Bricks Builder, enabling users to design and develop responsive, visually appealing websites. Moreover, the courses are oriented to reinforce a focus on professional, scalable web development. Throughout the series, we focus our page-building instruction on the semantic and structural integrity of the pages in a responsive world. By the end of the 10-class series, participants will have a fundamental understanding of proper web page and website development.
**The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:**
* Class 01 - Survey of Page Builders / What Bricksbuilder Does For You
* Class 02 - Boxes, Boxes, Boxes / Sections / Containers
* Class 03 - Static Units / Relative Units / Responsive Development And Math Functions
* Class 04 - CSS Variables And DRY Development / Classes And Global Styling
* Class 05 - CSS Grid And CSS Flexbox
* Class 06 - Responsive Development / Breakpoints And Media Queries
* Class 07 - Effective Use Of Color / Effective Use Of Images
* Class 08 - Beginning To Think Dynamically / Using Templates And Components
* Class 09 - Dynamic Styling / Data Attributes And Attribute Selectors
* Class 10 - Pseudo Elements / Programmatically Styling With Pseudo Classes
Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Bricks Builder:
* **Introduction to Bricks Builder Interface:**
* Familiarization with the builder's layout, including the toolbar, panel, and canvas, and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components.
* **Visual Site Building:**
* Techniques for creating layouts using Bricks' drag-and-drop interface, incorporating sections, rows, columns, and elements to build page structures.
* **Styling and Design:**
* Utilizing Bricks' styling options to customize elements, apply global CSS classes for consistent design, and leverage features like Flexbox and CSS Grid for responsive layouts.
* **Dynamic Content and Custom Fields:**
* Integrating dynamic content from custom post types and custom field plugins (like ACF, Meta Box) to build data-driven websites.
* **Template Building:**
* Creating and managing reusable templates for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements.
* **Performance Optimization:**
* Understanding how Bricks Builder contributes to fast-loading websites and implementing performance best practices.
* **Advanced Features:**
* Depending on the class level, it might delve into advanced topics such as conditional logic, interactions, and custom code integration to enable more complex functionality.
The series aims to equip participants with the skills to efficiently build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using Bricks Builder, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers.
























