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Finland Lapland Christmas Northern Lights Adventure
***Journey to the far reaches of beautiful Finland in Winter to witness one of the most spellbinding phenomena in the natural world by night.***
**HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?**
**For more detailed info & to get entry for this trip, click on link below 👇🏽:**
[https://Finland-xmas-nl2025.eventbrite.de/?aff=meetup](https://Finland-xmas-nl2025.eventbrite.de/?aff=meetup)
**If you have WhatsApp, please do join this WhatsApp group below to further discuss about this trip:**
[https://go.unt.global/Aurora_Europe_Trips](https://go.unt.global/Aurora_Europe_Trips)
**Note: Flights inclusive price can be provided on request from any European city, so you can either join the Whatsapp group to further discuss this or post a comment here in order to get more details on it.**
**WHY GO?**
**Celebrate Christmas in Finnish Lapland** 🎄✨
Step into a real-life winter wonderland this December as Finnish Lapland transforms into a snowy fairytale. Imagine gliding through frozen forests on a husky sled, racing across sparkling trails on a snowmobile, and gazing up at the sky as the Northern Lights paint their magical colors above you. With long polar nights, December offers some of the best chances to witness this breathtaking natural spectacle.
The **Aurora Borealis**, or Northern Lights, has inspired wonder for thousands of years—appearing in ancient cave paintings and living on in legends across cultures. Here in Lapland, you’ll have the chance to experience it in one of the world’s most enchanting settings.
Christmas in Lapland is also about traditions and warmth. Discover Sami culture at reindeer farms, explore local handicrafts, and embrace the spirit of the Arctic people. And of course, no Christmas trip is complete without a visit to **Rovaniemi—the official hometown of Santa Claus**. From festive markets to the Santa Claus Village, the holiday charm here is unforgettable.
Please do join our Whatsapp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc.
1. [Whatsapp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup)
2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)
Reclue - das klug machende Unterscheidungs-Spiel
(English below)
"Kann ein Walfisch ein Wellensittich sein?"
\~> Natürlich nicht!
"Kann ein Fenster ein Getränk sein?"
\~> Jeder weis, das ist unmöglich.
"Kann eine Demokratie eine Republik sein?"
"Kann eine Vermutung eine Meinung sein?"
"Ist etwas zu begreifen das Selbe wie etwas zu verstehen?"
\~> Tja, jetzt wird's schwierig!
Und es wird spannend...
Nichts regt dermaßen zum nachdenken an wie dieses neue Gesellschaftsspiel.
Die Spielregeln:
1. Jeder schreibt einen Begriff auf einen Zettel.
2. Die Zettel werden paarweise gezogen.
3. Per Beamer werfen wir die Bedeutung der zwei Wörter an die Wand.
4. jeder kann per Laptop oder Smartphone die Bedeutung ergänzen / editieren, muss dafür ggf. Beispiele angeben warum etwas gleich sein können soll, oder nie gleich sein kann.
5. nach einer Zeit fällt niemandem mehr etwas ein. Unterschiede und Gemeinsamkeiten zwischen den beiden Wörtern sind deutlich herausgearbeitet.
Dann wird der Punktestand gezählt:
(+1) Jeder verbliebene neue Beitrag in der Bedeutung ergibt einen Pluspunkt
(-2) aber jeder wieder gelöschte neue Beitrag gibt zwei Minuspunkte.
(+5) jede Verbesserung der bisherigen Bedeutung in Reclue ergibt plus 5 Pluspunkte
Die Auffassungen aller Mitspieler werden viel klarer, erst recht wenn man häufig mitspielt.
Und die Gewinner mit der höchsten Punktezahl erhalten den Preis des Tages.
Das Spiel funktioniert auch mehrsprachig.
Der Ort wird in kürze bekannt gegeben.
\*\*\* english version \*\*\*
"Can a whale be a parakeet?"
\~> Of course not!
"Can a window be a drink?"
\~> Everyone knows that's impossible.
"Can a democracy be a republic?"
"Can a conjecture be an opinion?"
"Is grasping something the same as understanding something?"
\~> Well, now it gets tricky!
And it gets exciting...
Nothing stimulates thought quite like this new party game.
The rules:
1. Everyone writes a term on a slip of paper.
2. The slips of paper are drawn in pairs.
3. We project the meaning of the two words onto the wall using a projector.
4. Everyone can add to/edit the meaning using a laptop or smartphone, and must provide examples of why something could be the same, or could never be the same.
5. After a while, no one can think of anything else. The differences and similarities between the two words are clearly highlighted.
Then the score is tallied:
(+1) Each new entry adding meaning earns one point.
(-2) However, each deleted entry deducts two points.
(+5) Each improvement on the existing meaning in Reclue earns five points.
The understanding of all players becomes much clearer, especially with frequent play.
And the winners with the highest score receive the prize of the day.
The game also works in multiple languages.
The location will be published soon.
The Minority Report
The Minority Report is a weekly stand-up comedy show about identity, culture, and the expat experience.
Are you a minority in Europe? Did something weird, awkward, or low-key offensive happen to you this week?
This is the space to vent your feelings about it.
Every week, comedians Bryan Lee and Moe Singleton take the stage to unpack life as outsiders, offering their unique commentary on topics like race, masculinity, relationships, and life between cultures.
Add weekly special guest comedians and “question time” with the audience, and you’ve got Berlin’s most unhinged comedy experience.
🎟️ Want to warm up before the show?
Check out our comedy workshop – a beginner-friendly stand-up class with Bryan and Moe, hosted just before the show.
Christmas Eve hike - 17 km from Westend to Nikolassee (5.5 km/h)
Christmas Eve will be a cold but partly sunny day. We will meet on the west side of the Pichelsberg S-Bahn station, on the platform, and start the hike from the end point (https://www.komoot.com/tour/2692511554). Please prepare for a rather speedy hike. (Bring comfortable shoes, for example.) We will have a break at Grunewaldturm, but the café/restaurant there will be closed. However, there is an outdoor seating area with benches and tables where we can hopefully sit and enjoy the food we have brought with us. Towards the end of the hike, we will leave the track to visit the Indian restaurant Rasam (Wasgenstraße), where I have made a reservation (to ensure that the restaurant is open on Christmas Eve).
If you need to contact other participants during the hike (for example, to find out where to meet us if you are running late), use this WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EwJh4rtVLywHI025XOVsaj . For all other purposes, especially socialising and posting photos, please use the Telegram subgroup 'Event Chat & Photos': https://t.me/addlist/KAOk2PA4BDE0ZTY8 .
The hike will take place if at least 6 people sign up. As long as there are more than 6 people, you can sign up and cancel as many times as you like. If there are 6 or less people, please avoid cancelling, as this might make the other participants feel insecure about whether the hike will take place (or whether there is something wrong with the hike and they should cancel as well --> [Matthew effect - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_effect)). If there are less than 6 participants, the hike will also take place unless the majority of the participants are in favor of canceling the hike.
Dunes, Reindeers, Horses (16 km hike around Hobrechtfelde)
It seems that December 24th is going to be a sunny day, so let's walk through the grassy grounds around Hobrechtsfelde!
The land around Hobrechtsfelde was used for more than 100 years for the - nowadays weirdly sounding - combination of septic drainage and agriculture. These times are gone now and the area have been renaturated and is used now for various ecological projects. On the dry grassy grounds scattered with bushes and trees, cattle and Konik horses are roaming. Through gates, it is possible for visitors to walk through these areas.
A bit to the north is the Schönower Heide. This area was once used as military training ground and is marked by the very sandy ground which only allows sparse vegetation.
We'll meet on Wednesday at 12:08 at the S-Bahn station Zepernick on the S2 line.
From there ...
* ... we'll walk through to village Hobrechtsfelde
* walk a round though the surrounding area and cross the meadows and possibly meet some animals
* walk through the Schönower Heide
We will finish our hike at the S-Bahn station Karow which is also on the S2 line.
The hike will be about 16 km long. The area has many things to see and discover, so its also possible to slightly deviate from the route and browse a bit.
Important things to note:
* This is an easy hike with a relatively long distance. Thus, you should wear suitable shoes. Expect some muddy and wet and possibly icy grounds.
* You are all responsible for yourself. None of us is mountain guide or something like that.
* There won't be too many Späties along the route, so have enough water and food with you.
* Please note that the number of participants is limited, because at a certain size a group gets virtually unmanageable. As the demand may be higher than the number of available spots, please be fair and only RSVP if you are sure that you can make it. If you learn later that you cannot take part, please update your RSVP accordingly.
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Deine Ziele. Dein Leben. -- Deine Ziele für 2026
**👋🏽 Tschüss Tretmühle & einsame Vorsätze. Hallo Klarheit & echte Verbindung.**
**🎯 In diesem Workshop setzt Du Dir Ziele für 2026 - gemeinsam mit Menschen, die sich ähnliche Fragen stellen.**
**🌞 Ein Tag für Träume, klare Richtung & gute Verbindungen.**
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**💶 Teilnahmegebühr: 50 EUR vor Ort in bar oder PayPal.**
Du kannst Dir auch ein [Ticket auf Evenbrite sichern](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/deine-ziele-dein-leben-deine-ziele-fur-2026-tickets-1977605942610). Rechnung ist möglich.
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Gute Freunde & Freundinnen reden über ihre Ziele & Träume. Sie schauen zurück auf das vergangene Jahr und überlegen, wie das nächste werden soll.
Genau das machen wir in diesem Workshop auch.
**☕ In gemütlicher Atmosphäre widmen wir uns 4 Themen:**
🙏🏼 Wie war mein 2025. Was war großartig? Was war lappig?
🌴 Wie stelle ich mir mein Leben vor?
🌻 Wie soll mein 2026 werden?
🚂 Wie möchte ich die Ziele in 2026 umsetzen?
Wir denken nach über das eigene Leben & das nächste Jahr - und sind gleichzeitig immer wieder im Austausch.
**🌳 Gemeinsame Inspiration & Referenz**
Deine Ziele für's nächste Jahr entstehen nicht im stillen Kämmerlein, sondern verbunden mit anderen. Dabei teilst Du, was Du teilen möchtest - was Du lieber für Dich behältst, bleibt Dein Geheimnis.
Am Ende hast Du einen Plan für 2026. Du hast Dich mit anderen darüber ausgetauscht, Dich inspirieren lassen und vielleicht habt ihr ja sogar ähnliche Pläne?
**Der Tag ist auch eine Referenz für:** Wie wäre es, wenn ich mit meinen Freunden gemeinsam einen solchen Tag gestalte? Die Unterlagen dafür hast Du ja im Anschluss und kannst gleich einen Termin mir Deinen Freunden vereinbaren.
Ich freue mich auf jeden Fall auf gute Gesprächen & einen angenehmen Tag.
**📝 Agenda:**
* 8:45 Uhr: Ankommen, Tee & Schwatz
* Kennenlernen & Rückblick 2025
* Lebensvision & Träume
* 12:30 - 14:00 Uhr - Mittagspause
* Deine Ziele für 2026
* Schärfung & Umsetzung
* 18:00 Uhr - Ende
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**🥗 Essen & Trinken**
In der Mittagspause kannst Du Dich auf eigene Kosten in einem der zahlreichen, umliegenden Restaurants & Imbisse versorgen, sitzen & schwatzen. Bring Dir gern auch Snacks für den Tag und zwischendurch mit.
Ich stelle **verschiedene Tees** **und Kaffee** zur Verfügung.
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**🏡 Location**
* Wir treffen uns bei mir am Wohnzimmertisch.
* Für das Gefühl von chilliger Gemeinsamkeit ist gesorgt.
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🚫 **Was ist der Workshop nicht:**
**Der Workshop ist kein Tschakka-Workshop.** Ich glaube, Du kannst (fast) alles erreichen, was Du willst. Doch ich glaube, die meisten Teilnehmenden werden eher solide Themen für 2026 haben.
Dennoch bin ich offen für große Ziele - schließlich arbeite ich selbst an etwas Großem (Das Buch über Freundschaft). Für ein klein wenig Tschakka ist also auch Platz - nur eben keine Techno-Musik & blinkende Lichter.
**👱🏽♂️ Über mich:**
* Betreiber der Seite [www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de](www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de)
* Ausgebildeter NLP-Trainer ([DVNLP](https://www.dvnlp.de/)) & Coach
* Seit 15 Jahren setze ich mir selbst Ziele mit Freunden.
* Jahrelang selbstständiger Unternehmensberater (u.a. über 5 Jahre Strategieberater für die Bundsbereitschaftsleitung des Deutschen Roten Kreuzes)
* Eigene Vita: Von schüchternen Jungen zum fitten Mann
* u.a. Weltreise: 1 Jahr allein eine Runde um den Globus. Das war fett!
* Mehr über mich: [LinkedIn - Georg Preller](https://www.linkedin.com/in/georg-preller/)
**😲 Ehemalige Teilnehmer/innen meiner Meeups:**
"Was Georg kann: Tiefgang & Spaß zu gleichen Zeit. Ich bin immer wieder gern dabei!"
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"Während des Workshops habe ich erkannt: In der Firma setzen wir uns jedes Jahr Ziele und reden mindestens ein Mal in der Woche darüber - nennt sich Meetings oder Jour Fixe bei uns. In meinem Privatleben lasse ich das schleifen und wundere mich, warum vieles nicht zu meiner Zufriedenheit läuft. Jetzt habe ich meine Ziele für 2024! Danke."
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"Ziele alleine setzen ist ja nett, doch angenehmer finde ich den Austausch mit anderen. Ich mache mir das jetzt zur Gewohnheit. Interessant fand ich, welche Themen die anderen hatten. Wir sind doch alle gleich und doch verschiedenen."
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"Georg bietet ein solides System, wie man sich seine Ziele setzt. Alles bedacht, und auswählen kann ich alleine. Man merkt, dass er eine gute Ausbildung hat. Gut finde ich, dass wir sowohl das gesamte Leben angesehen haben als auch das nächste Jahr."
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"Sympatisch, übersichtlich, direkt. Dankeschön!"
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**👋🏽 Get & stay in touch:**
**✈ Telegram-Kanal: [t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft](http://t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft)**
für Events, Workshops & Neuste Erkenntnisse aus der Freundschaftsforschung (nur Kurznews)
**✉ Freundschafts-Newsletter:** [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
Alle 4 Wochen das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung. Oft schreibe ich seltener, nämlich nur dann, wenn es wirklich etwas zu berichten gibt.
**🔥 6 Zutaten großartiger Freundschaften**
Seit 2020 forsche ich, was großartige Freundschaften ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist das 30seitige eBook: "Die 6 Zutaten großartiger Freundschaften". Du erhältst das eBook zurzeit kostenlos bei der Anmeldung zum Newsletter: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
**🎭 Meet-Up-Gruppe:** [https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/](https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/)
Workshops, Spaziergänge, Wanderungen, Treffen, Eislaufen, Eisbaden, Männer-Abende, Freundinnen-Workshops, Workshops für Persönlichkeitsentwickklung & Kommunikation
Deutsch Einstufungstest im Sprachenatelier
**Wie gut ist dein Deutsch? Mach unseren kostenlosen Deutsch-Einstufungstest!**
Im Sprachenatelier kannst du kostenlos dein Niveau testen, bevor du deinen Sprackurs beginnst! Der Test dauert nur 15-20 Minuten und du solltest ihn spätestens 2 Wochen vor deinem Kursebeginn machen.
Melde dich hier auf unserer Webseite dafür an:
**https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/de/topic/5472.einstufungstest-deutsch.html**
Wir freuen uns auf euch!
Access Bars - Ein Kurs nach dem Du schon immer gesucht hast?
Stell dir vor, die kritische Stimme in deinem Kopf, die dir einredet, du seist nicht gut genug oder könntest deine Träume nicht verwirklichen, verstummt. Dies geschieht auf wunderbare Weise durch das sanfte Berühren der Access Bars-Punkte an deinem Kopf.
Die Anwendung der Access Bars hat positive Auswirkungen auf nahezu alle Bereiche deines Lebens: von Körper und Beziehungen über Sexualität, Heilung und der Manifestation von Geld bis hin zur Lebensfreude, Kommunikationsfähigkeit und Kreativität. Limitierende Glaubenssätze werden auf sanfte Art und Weise aufgelöst, negative Emotionen in Kraft verwandelt. Die Wirksamkeit der Access Bars bei Ängsten, Depressionen, ADHS und anderen psychosomatischen Symptomen ist wissenschaftlich belegt!
Du hast die Möglichkeit, die Access Bars bei dir selbst, deinen Liebsten und sogar bei Klienten anzuwenden. Möchtest du herausfinden, welche weiteren Veränderungen die Access Bars bewirken können? Welche wertvolle Toolbox für Transformation du nach diesem Kurstag mit nach Hause nimmst, erfährst du auf meiner Website:
https://www.i-feel-so-good.de/access-consciousness/kurse-ausbildungen/access-bars-kurs.html
Bitte beachte, dass die Kursanmeldung ausschließlich telefonisch möglich ist.
Bei unseren Kennenlerntreffen hast du die Gelegenheit, eine Session zu genießen und dich mit Praktizierenden auszutauschen. Wenn du ein sehr persönliches Thema in der Tiefe bearbeiten möchtest, lade ich dich ein, gerne eine Einzelsession zu vereinbaren.
Boxing Training at Gleisdreieck
Get back from the holidays straight into boxing with this new course!
We will focus on:
* Footwork, footwork, footwork!
* Proper punching technique
* Slick and efficient defence
The classes will have solo drills, partner work, and sparring when the participants are properly trained and willing. This class is beginner-friendly but all levels will find something to learn.
What to bring:
Water, sport clothing. You will need gloves and handwraps if you come regularly.
Fees
Trial class: free, one time only
Drop-in: 12€ (cash or paypal)
Sunday Tech Coffee Meetup
Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin.
Usually we are inside at the green table. Look for the Meetup sign, or just ask around!
Train Your Brain Through Chess
**Train Your Brain Through Chess** ♟️
**Develop Focus, Memory, Strategy & Decision-Making**
Discover how chess can sharpen your mind and strengthen the way you think, plan, and adapt.
The **Cognitive Agility Through Chess** program uses the game as a science-based tool to enhance core mental skills — combining strategic play with principles from **psychology, cognitive science, and emotional intelligence**.
Whether you’re a beginner or returning to the board, this workshop series helps you:
\- Improve focus and working memory
\- Strengthen decision\-making and problem\-solving
\- Build emotional resilience and mental flexibility
\- Apply strategic thinking in daily life and work
Each session blends guided play, reflection, and practical exercises — from **Pawn to King**, every level represents a new mental skill to master.
📍 Based in Berlin
📅 For upcoming sessions this week & next week — Book your spot here:
https://calendly.com/trainyourbrainchess/trainyourbrainchess
💬 DM or email **[radwa.omar@yahoo.com](mailto:radwa.omar@yahoo.com)** for booking details!
Transform the way you think — on and beyond the chessboard.
#BerlinWorkshops #ChessAndMindset #CognitiveAgility #MindfulLearning #FocusTraining #EmotionalIntelligence #BerlinEvents #TrainYourBrain
Brompton Friday's Test Drive
Try Brompton is a Brompton experience ride for those considering purchasing a Brompton. The purpose of this ride is to deepen your understanding of Brompton bikes, ride courses designed to fully enjoy Bromptons, rediscover the city, experience new ways to enjoy it, and experience the lifestyle that comes with owning a Brompton. We guide participants through folding techniques and shifting the internal gear hub—a common source of confusion for first-time riders—while riding. By comparing different bikes, we help riders deeply understand each model's characteristics, supporting them in making an informed choice and purchase.
https://www.komoot.com/tour/2544443144?share_token=aHITulkVldsQO8ZTduViGdGjVF2ZkFee5TKZ6D4484fY5EXfHK&ref=wtd
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Pranic Healing Level I - PH I--- DAY 2 of 2
MCKS PRANIC HEALING® Level I
In PRANIC HEALING® Level 1, you learn the basics of working with your energy aura, including learning to "scan," or feel the energy, to "sweep," or clean away congested energy, and to "energize," or supplement areas in your aura that have a pranic deficiency.
PRANIC HEALING® has been taught to doctors, nurses, massage
therapists, acupuncturists, chiropractors, shiatsu practitioners, and many others in the healing field. It has allowed them to heal confidently and consistently in the shortest learning time possible. These professionals find PRANIC HEALING® very effective and easy to apply.
Other topics covered in PRANIC HEALING® Level 1:
Energetic anatomy: You will learn to work with the network of chakras, meridians and auras to accelerate the healing processes of your body.
Preventive healing: You will learn to remove the negative energetic patterns of a disease to prevent it from fully manifesting as a physical ailment.
Self-Pranic healing: You will learn to apply these healing techniques to accelerate your own healing.
Step-by-step techniques for ailments related to your:
respiratory system, e.g., asthma,; circulatory system, e.g., heart ailments; gastrointestinal system, e.g., irritable bowel syndrome; musculoskeletal system, e.g., arthritis and back pain; reproductive system, e.g., menstrual problems. You'll also learn how to address common problems as migraines and sinusitis.
Additionally, you'll learn to apply distant healing to loved ones who are not present in the room with you.
All PRANIC HEALING® courses are "experiential," which means that you learn by actually performing the techniques and exercises in class - on yourself and those around you. During class, all the principles will be explained thoroughly and you will practice the techniques exhaustively so you will be confident in your ability to produce positive results when you finish the course.
This is Day 2 of 2 Attendance at day one is required to attend day 2.
The Course text book is Choa Kok Sui, "Miracles through Pranic Healing" Please bring this with you to class.
PRANIC HEALING® Level 1 is a prerequisite to all other GMCKS courses.
For those interested to review the class...Review fee is only $75!!
LOOK AT THIS!! Review for FREE when you bring a new student to class with you.
Christians in Tech - Meetup #25 @ Improving
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)
Data on Fire: A Hands-On Intro to Spark in Fabric
The January Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **January 6th, 2025 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined online by **Jason Romans**.
You're welcome to come meet in-person at our meeting location, the offices of Improving at
**[6000 Freedom Square Dr,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)**
**[Unit 110,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)**
**[Independence, OH 44131](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)**
[Teams Link ](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2Q3ODVjM2YtNDQ1NS00MDBjLWI5MzYtNDQ3YmFlZjkzMjAx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b966f302-6b93-4686-9041-c084635642c5%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2278c760cb-657f-46aa-bd2f-7066d9403bdb%22%7d)if anyone needs it after RSVP-ing for in person.
If you would like to subscribe to our email list outside of Meetup, we have changed platforms recently and you will need to register [here in Kit ](https://ohio-north-data-training.kit.com/b8f036f615)instead to receive emails.
Agenda:
**5:00 PM EST**: Online and in-person meeting begins with a social hour. This is an unstructured hour where you can join us to catch up and meet other group members before the session starts. There will be food brought in for in-person attendees.
**6:00 PM EST**: Updates and announcements, followed by our feature presentation. See below for presentation details.
**7:30 PM EST**: Optionally after the main presentations, the in-person crowd may go out for snacks and drinks at a local establishment.
We hope to see you there!
Session Abstract
**Data on Fire: A Hands-On Intro to Spark in Fabric**
Curious about Apache Spark but not sure where to start? This hands-on session introduces you to Spark in Microsoft Fabric Notebooks—a powerful and accessible way to process and analyze big data using familiar tools in the Microsoft ecosystem.
We’ll break down key Spark concepts like distributed computing, DataFrames, and lazy evaluation, then show how they come to life inside Fabric’s notebook experience. You’ll see practical demos that cover loading, transforming, and analyzing large datasets—while leveraging Fabric’s modern data stack, including OneLake, Dataflows, and Pipelines.
You’ll also learn how to choose between Spark and pure Python notebooks in Fabric, based on execution needs, data integration, and use case fit.
Whether you're a SQL pro, BI developer, or data engineer, this session will give you the tools and confidence to start using Spark in your own projects—no cluster management required.
\*Please note, that we will be using Microsoft Teams for the online portion of this meeting. You may want to join a few minutes early to ensure you do not have any issues. If you are attending in person, there are large TVs at the office, and you do not need to bring a laptop or use Teams.
Holiday Dinner
Monday December 29th at 6PM we'll be meeting up dinner at the Pies & Pints at Easton. Feel free to bring guests. Sandwiches run about $15 and large pizzas run $20-30.
Westerville Queer Coffee Meetup
WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.
Morning people unite!! 🐤 ☕ + 💬 @ 5 Bean Coffee
Early-bird coffee and conversation at [5 Bean Coffee](https://5beancoffee.com/)!





















