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[FREE New Venue] THURSDAY 🇯🇵🇦🇺[English x Japanese Language Exchange : 日本語&英語
FREE ENTRY, 1 drink order upon entryMax 80 guests.
1 Crockford St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
EVERY FORTNIGHT THURSDAY!
2週間に一度の開催!
PRIVATE EVENT! 完全プライベート語学交換会!
\[FREE Language Exchange:無料\! 2週間ごと開催!!日本語と英語で話しましょう\!\] \[MUST READ\!\!\! English below\] hosted by: MELLIFE メルライフ主催 概要は下に!
We do most of the announcements on Instagram! Check us out! インスタフォローもよろしくお願いします
IG: @mellife2022
[毎月2回木曜日開催]
Location: The Cornerstone
1 Crockford St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
Entry fee: Free !!!
Time: 6pm\~ 8pm
[Schedule 当日のスケジュール]
6:00 - 6:30 Entry opens 入場開始
6:30 - 6:45 Japanese time 日本語タイム
6:45 - 7:00 English time 英語タイム
7:00 Announcement from staff members, crowd shuffle, find different partner/group スタッフからのお知らせ、注意喚起等。違うパートナーを探す時間
7:00 - 7:15 Japanese time 日本語タイム
7:15 - 7:30 English time 英語タイム
7:30 - 8:00 Socializing time 社交タイム
メルボルン最大の日英ランエク【会場変更のお知らせ】
長すぎたロックダウンを終え、新しく皆が楽しめる場所を提供したいと始まった私たちMELLIFE
初回は30名ほど集まる小さなコミュニティでしたが、結成から半年が経ち、あっという間に多くの方々に参加頂けるメルボルン最大の日英ランエクグループに成長する事が出来ました
今後のMELLIFE が更に成長して、より楽しい時間を提供するために次回のイベントから会場を変更し、質を上げた会場へ移る事を決めました
今回からはメルボルン市内でもとても有名でおしゃれな会場、The Cornerstoneで開催を決定いたしました。
ぜひ次回のイベントからもMELLIFE をよろしくお願い致します
メルライフ一同
日本語を学びたい世界の方が集まるので、英語が得意でなくても、コミュニケーションが取れます(日本語、英語喋れる人も)
お互いの得意な言葉を教え合って一気に語学上達しちゃいましょう✨
メルボルンで新しい友達が出来るチャンスです
ぜひ参加表明をお願いします!
途中参加の方も受け付けております!
[下記を必ずお読みください]
メルライフが主催するイベントはどのような方も歓迎しています。しかし、"お酒などの強要・いじめ・ハラスメント・暴言" など他のメンバーが不愉快に感じる行為は絶対におやめください。このルールを守れない方は積極的に処置をとらせていただきますので、これらを経験した、または見つけ次第メルライフスタッフにいつでも言いつけをお願いいたします。メルライフを ”いつでも気軽に来れて安全なコミュニティ” をモットーにするため、皆様のご協力をお願いいたします。
Social event: JAP/ENG language exchange at a fancy venue with great vibes!
FREE ENTRY!!!!
✨️ Thursday from 6pm\~✨️
Do you want an opportunity to have a conversation and make friends in person? Say no more! We are organising a language exchange event at a trendy venue near the CBD!!!
Feel free to join at any time throughout the event, but good things may happen to those who come in early ;)
See you guys then!
ENROLL EARLY TO SECURE YOUR SPOT
See you guys then
PLEASE READ BELOW
(Everyone is welcomed to MELLIFE events. However, we ask that all attendees treat each other with respect and be polite. Our community does not tolerate innappropriate behaviour or any form of HARRASMENT!!!!! When you see or experience any, please call it out or reach out to Mellife staff members ASAP so we can address this and keep the community a safe space.)
English Conversation Thursday Class
We invite you to come and practise your English with people from all over the world in a friendly environment. We are open to all levels from beginner to advanced. We have classes in small groups and you will be placed in one of these groups according to your level of English.
Our free conversational English classes are every Thursday evening (except term breaks). If you are coming for the first time, please come on time for registration. Please note: English Corner is for non-native speakers.
Our team of facilitators is really looking forward to having a wonderful time speaking English with you!
**Please scan the QR code upon arrival to register your attendance.**
If this is your first time, we recommend arriving a bit earlier to complete your initial registration.
In case you aren't able to join us face to face we have an Online Alternate English Conversation Thursday class option too! Sign up for this on Meetup.
Melbourne Python Meetup – March 2026
**Melbourne Python's Meetup March 2026!**
Join Melbourne’s Python community for another night of learning, sharing, and connecting. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been coding in Python for years, our monthly meetup is the perfect place to learn something new and connect with fellow developers. This group is for developers, data scientists, web programmers, and anyone passionate about Python.
📅 **When:**
5:30 PM, Thursday, March 19, 2026
📍 **Where:**
Judo Bank, Queen and Collins Building
Level 26/376-390 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
👉 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/A9JQTYGrMqGn8AzAA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/A9JQTYGrMqGn8AzAA)
**Note:**
The entrance is next to Rustica Cafe. Press level 26 when you arrive, and you'll find us there!
**Agenda for the Evening**
**5:30 - 6:00 PM**: Networking
**6:00–6:10 PM** : Welcome and logistics 🎉
**6:10–6:35 PM** - **Talk 1:** Ivy Fiecas - Consultant @ SoftwareOne Australia on AI‑Powered Offline Contract Analyzer. In this session, Ivy will present a Python-based proof-of-concept contract analyzer built with open-source tools that runs entirely offline, demonstrating how a local-first AI approach can help address privacy and security concerns, along with a short live demo
**6:35–6:45 PM**: Break – Connect with someone new!
**6:45**–**7:45 PM** - **Talk 2: Talk Writing Workshop** with **PyConAU.** Do you have a Python talk idea but you're not quite sure how to bring it to life? Perhaps you've built something cool, contributed something you're proud of, or you want to teach a topic you've been learning about! Giving a talk at MelbPy, or at PyCon AU 2026 is a great way to share your knowledge and tell your story! Bring your laptop. **Katie McLaughlin** is a developer, sysadmin, tech speaker -- and tapestry maker.
**8:00 PM**: Event conclude
🌟 **Special Thanks** 🌟
A huge shoutout to our sponsors **Judo Bank** and **AWS** for making this meetup possible. Your support means the world to us!
**Interested in Speaking or Sponsoring?**
We’d love to hear from you! Email us at **melbournepython@gmail.com** or fill out our speaker interest form at https://forms.gle/S5T1SL4ULY5aogf47.
We can't wait to celebrate Python and the incredible Melbourne community with you. See you on March 19th! 🎉
THURSDAY NIGHT Melbourne's Largest Language Exchange
**🙋♀️**Welcome to our THURSDAY Social + language exchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends.
👉We always have between 250 - 350 people attending our THURSDAY event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups.
👉This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party.
👉It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians.
🍺: Discounted 15% house beers and wines
🍸: Extra cost for cocktails and spirit
🍲: Food available is to purchase at the bar with 15% discount on menu.
👉**Fee** of **$4.50** to be paid at the entrance OR you can buy anything from the bar.
No Limited numbers but RSVP is a must.
🆔 Please carry a Photo ID as you may be asked at the entrance.
👉**Location**:
Diesel bar & Eatery. we book the whole Second floor, Capacity of 500 people. and the welcoming table is at the door entrance. No entry from Melbourne Central. only from 202 Little Lonsdale St.
Speaking & Leadership - Workshop - FAST FUN LEARNING
Smashing! Try something new Thursday
Interactive workshop - Become the charismatic leader
Serious about improving your leadership - **Why mess, come to the best**
Why is Smashing different to other speaking clubs?
Passion!!!
1\. Fast\-paced\, energized and exciting meets
2\. We practice **bold, confident** and **dynamic** leadership!
3. **Everyone talks** multiple times during super-interactive workshops every meet - Plus the chance to speak on the big stage for those that are keen
4. **FAST LEARNING**
**Free parking** close-by: O'Connell and Cobden streets
**IMPORTANT: Be on time, as doors close when the show starts**
“Proudly Australian" – Free-flowing leadership & teamwork
Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St (Opposite Queen Vic Market)
Level 1, Purple Room (End of corridor)
More to come...
Volleyball Openplay (BB/A) - Advanced (KCARC)
Excited to announce our new ADVANCED openplay session during the week at KCARC!
Welcome to Melbourne Volleyball Academy. 🤗
**[[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 Intermediate 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 $$]]**
$21 card payment will be processed on the day via square reader (EFTPOS).
**[[WHEN]]**
The stadium is booked from 6:30 PM-9:30 PM weekly, every Thursday. However, feel free to come early and stretch as the Community 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 “going” list are permitted to play. If you are on the waitlist, or not registered at all, you will not be permitted into the gymnasium.
Japanese Mahjong (Riichi/リーチ麻雀) at Marché Board Game Cafe
Join us for an evening of Japanese Riichi Mahjong at **Marché Boardgame Cafe**! Players of all skill levels are welcome, and no experience is needed! If you want to learn how to play, we can teach you, and if you already know how, then join our shuffle and monthly leaderboard!
This event has a $10 fee which you can pay on the night. This money is used to pay for our use of the store space, maintaining equipment and other meetup services, and organising larger events open to everyone! Members get a special discount - ask the organisers for more details.
Marché provides food and drink for purchase to consume at the table. Check out their menu here: [https://mbgcafe.com.au/menu.pdf](https://mbgcafe.com.au/menu.pdf)
Tables are shuffled at around 7:00 pm and again at 8:30 pm. If you're looking to learn, please aim to arrive at 5:30 pm, otherwise there might not be an open seat - you're more than welcome to stay, watch, and ask lots of questions!
Be sure as well to check your RSVPs leading up to the event as attendances and wait listed attendees may change. We take photos and videos at our meetups for posting on social media, you may potentially appear in these.
Hope to see you all then!
***
Scores tracking: [https://scores.vicriichi.org/](https://scores.vicriichi.org/)
The mahjong ruleset we play with: [https://www.vicriichi.org/mahjong-meetups#meetup-rules](https://www.vicriichi.org/mahjong-meetups#meetup-rules)
Join us on Discord and connect with other jongers! [https://vicriichi.org/discord](https://vicriichi.org/discord)
Joomla Events This Week
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Vibe Hacking - Free workshop
Ready to ride the vibe? Join us for **Vibe Hack** – a free workshop where you'll learn to build real, practical apps using AI-powered vibe coding tools.
**No experience needed**, just curiosity and good energy.
Whether you're a small business owner, creative professional, or lifelong learner, this **hands-on session** will help you turn your ideas into digital solutions.
Come discover that "I can do this!" feeling in a welcoming, energetic space where everyone belongs.
Bring your laptop, build something awesome, and connect with the Vibe Club community.
[FREE] Weekly English Class & Community Meetup
Join us for a friendly and relaxed English meetup in South Melbourne! This gathering is perfect for anyone who wants to practise English, meet new friends, and feel part of a welcoming community. Whether you’re an international student, new to Melbourne, or simply looking to connect with others, you’ll find a supportive space to learn and grow.
Each week, we run **two simple sessions**: **Daily English**, where you learn useful everyday vocabulary, and **Learning English from the Bible**, where we explore short passages in clear, beginner-friendly English. You’ll also meet people from different cultures and enjoy meaningful conversations in a warm, inclusive environment.
Come along, make new friends, and enjoy learning English in a place where everyone is welcome. We’d love to meet you!
On-site Japanese x English Language Exchange 'NIHON-MURA"
**This Meetup account will be deleted soon**, but the **Language Exchange hosted by JAPANEASY will continue to be held every week**.
**★Notice: JAPANEASY Meetup Account Closure★**
Hello everyone,
Thank you very much for always joining JAPANEASY’s Language Exchange events and cultural workshops.
We are writing to inform you that the JAPANEASY Meetup account will be closed in the near future.
Please rest assured that JAPANEASY will continue to run events and programs as usual.
If you are interested in our upcoming activities, please visit the links below:
(1) **Language Exchange**
https://japaneasy.com.au/events/language-exchange/
(2) **Cultural Workshops**
https://japaneasy.com.au/workshops/
(3) **Japanese Lessons (Group courses & Private lessons)**
https://japaneasy.com.au/courses/
(4) **日本語教師養成講座**
https://japaneasy.com.au/courses/日本語教師養成講座/
We sincerely appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you at our future events.
Warm regards,
JAPANEASY
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JAPANEASY Japanese Language & Culture Learning Centre
Tel:0422-266-308
Address:Level 1, 183 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Email:[reception@japaneasy.com.au](mailto:reception@japaneasy.com.au)
Website:[www.japaneasy.com.au](http://www.japaneasy.com.au/)
Facebook:[http://www.facebook.com/EasyPeasyJapaneasy](http://www.facebook.com/EasyPeasyJapaneasy)
Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/japaneasymel/](https://www.instagram.com/japaneasymel/)
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Réunion, dimanche 22 mars, KereKere cafe, Fitzroy Gardens, East Melbourne,
We will get-together at the KereKere cafe - at the community table just inside the cafe entrance.
*This is a group for people with intermediate and advanced level French who are able to engage in a conversation en français. It is not suitable for beginners.*
The cafe is close to the corner of Wellington Parade and Lansdowne St, East Melbourne in the Fitzroy Gardens. It takes about 5 minutes on Tram 75 from Flinders St Station, or 15 minute walk.
Car parking around Fitzroy Gardens on Sundays now is $2 per hour with a 4 hour limit, Some parking is limited to 1 hour even on Sunday. And occasionally, if there is a game at the MCG for example there might not be much parking at all.
Price: The event fee is $4.00 - cash necessary! . and please be sure you are a member of MyFrenchLife.org before attending reunion - merci
https://www.MyFrenchLife.org. The event fees are transferred to MyFrenchLife contributing to the meetup platform - thank you.
À bientôt !
Veronica and Daniel
Réunion Hosts
MyFrenchLife.org
🍹What About a Picnic!?🍹 Language Exchange Event in Hawthorn (EN & JP)
**言語交流会で取り残されたと感じたことはありませんか?問題ありません!**
**Have you felt left out in a language exchange event? Don't worry, we've got your back!**
私たちのイベントでは**しっかりと英語と日本語の時間が区切られているの**で自身の言語のレベルによらず練習できます!**広大な公園で優雅な景色を味わいながら、ジュース片手に言語学習を楽しみましょう!**
**With clearly scheduled language sessions,** you can practice the language you are learning regardless of your level! What are you waiting for? Let's enjoy chatting in English and Japanese while taking in the strikingly beautiful nature, with a cup of orange juice at hand!
**LOCATION / TIME**
**Location**: Fairview Park
〒Fairview St, Hawthorn VIC, 3122
https://www.google.com/maps/place/37%C2%B049'46.4%22S+145%C2%B001'42.8%22E/@-37.829546,145.0278993,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x6ad64238aa5ada1d:0xa819c9b07e760c!2sFairview+Park!8m2!3d-37.8303407!4d145.0288851!16s%2Fg%2F11fz9d7ym9!3m3!8m2!3d-37.829546!4d145.028543?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDMxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
*There are a couple of **parking lots** nearby.*
**Time**: 14:00 - 16:00, 21/3, 2026
**場所/時間**
**場所**:Fairview Park
〒Fairview St, Hawthorn VIC, 3122
https://www.google.com/maps/place/37%C2%B049'46.4%22S+145%C2%B001'42.8%22E/@-37.829546,145.0278993,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x6ad64238aa5ada1d:0xa819c9b07e760c!2sFairview+Park!8m2!3d-37.8303407!4d145.0288851!16s%2Fg%2F11fz9d7ym9!3m3!8m2!3d-37.829546!4d145.028543?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDMxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
**時間**:2026年3月21日 14:00 - 16:00
**Participation fees**
**$5 (PayID ONLY)**
(The participation fees will be collected 5-10 minutes before the end of the event.)
*You will get a cup of 🍹**Orange juice** 🍹to get started at the event!* 😋
**参加費用**
**$5 (PayID のみ)**
(イベント終了5-10分前に参加費としてPayIDで$5徴収させていただきます。)
**イベント開始時に🍹オレンジジュース🍹をお配りします!!**
**Schedule(当日の流れ)**
13:55 - 14:00 pm The organizer will guide participants to a seat and give them a brief overview of the event. *Don't worry! We don't forget your orange juice!!* (主催者が参加者をそれぞれのお席へと案内し、簡単なイベント説明を行う)
20 MIN ENGLISH TIME(英語オンリーの時間)
20 MIN JAPANESE TIME(日本語オンリーの時間)
20 MIN JPN & ENG TIME (英語と日本語ミックスの時間)
15:00pm -SEAT CHANGE (席替え)
20 MIN ENGLISH TIME(英語オンリーの時間)
20 MIN JAPANESE TIME(日本語オンリーの時間)
20 MIN JPN & ENG TIME (英語と日本語ミックスの時間)
15:50 - 16:00 The $5 via PayID will be collected during this time (PayIDで$5徴収させていただきます。)
16:00 - Wrap-up (締めの言葉)
A WORD FROM THE ORGANIZER
-Bring an umbrella ☂️
-Bring a coat to keep yourself warm in case it gets windy ꩜𖦹
**NOTES**
* To ensure that everyone gets a chance to practice, **please follow the schedule.** We really appreciate your cooperation.
* **RSVP is required to attend the event, as we have limited seats.**
* Provided that there are **fewer than 6 participants**, including the event host, on the event day, **we may cancel the event.** In such a case, participants will be informed through DMs.
* As seating for the event is limited, RSVPs may be adjusted to maintain a balanced group (e.g., nationality, gender) and ensure a smooth international exchange. We appreciate your understanding.
* In the event of a potential natural disaster, we will notify **you by 22:00 p.m** the day before the event regarding whether it will proceed as scheduled.
* Please make sure to **check your RSVP status** **after 22:00 p.m. on the day before the event**, just in case.
* **Children under 16** must be accompanied by a guardian.
* Participation for the purpose of sales, pick-up activities, religious solicitation, or MLM (network marketing) is strictly prohibited.
* We aim to provide a comfortable environment for everyone. Any behavior that makes others feel uncomfortable is not tolerated, and participants may be asked to leave and may be restricted from attending future events.
* Please avoid RSVP’ing to another event that takes place at the same time as ours.
* Please note that we may take photos during the event to show what it’s like. If you’re not comfortable being in photos, just let us know in advance—we’ll be happy to accommodate.
* The organizer is not responsible for any issues or disputes that occur after the event.
**注意事項**
* 参加者全員が練習できるようにするため、区切られた時間に従ってお話していただくことご協力お願いします。
* **人数制限**を設けていますので、**参加登録が必須**となります。
* イベント当日に**参加者が6名未満の場合**、イベントを**中止する**場合があります。その際は、ダイレクトメッセージにてご連絡いたします。
* 座席数に限りがあるため、円滑な国際交流を行う目的で、国籍や性別などのバランスを考慮し、参加状況を調整させていただく場合があります。あらかじめご了承ください。
* 自然災害の恐れがある場合、イベントが予定通り開催されるかどうかにつきましては、前日の**22:00まで**にご連絡いたします。
* **念のため、イベント前日の22:00以降に、ご自身で参加ステータスの確認をお願いいたします。**
**16歳未満のお子様**は保護者の同伴が必要です。
* 営業・ナンパ行為、宗教勧誘、MLM(ネットワークビジネス)などを目的とした参加は固くお断りします。
* 参加者の皆さんが安心して楽しめる環境を大切にしています。他の参加者が不快に感じる行為が見られた場合、途中退場や今後の参加をお断りすることがあります。
* 当イベントと同じ時間帯に開催される他のイベントへの同時参加登録はご遠慮ください。
* SNSでイベントの様子を紹介するため、当日写真を撮影する場合があります。写真に写ることに抵抗がある方は、事前にお知らせください。配慮いたします。
* イベント終了後に発生したトラブルについて、主催者は責任を負いかねます。
Joomla Events Near You
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From Web Forms to Web Components - Burton Smith
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
**Abstract**
Web Forms gave .NET developers a powerful abstraction for building reusable UI controls long before design systems were a thing. Web Components finally bring that same idea to the browser natively.
This session explores how the Web Forms mindset translates into Custom Elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates. We’ll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from server‑driven controls, and why they’re becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether you’re maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, you’ll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standards‑based way.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
The War Room: Intro to War Gaming at The Arcane Foundry
**⚔️ Introduction to Wargaming & Painting Miniature Soldiers at The Arcane Foundry ⚔️**
Join me in **The War Room at [The Arcane Foundry](https://share.google/S5i6DYJnJteHWeKtd)** for a laid-back evening of hobby talk and tabletop fun! For just **$25**, you’ll get a **3D-printed regiment of 20 high quality resin models** of your choice to paint — a **$40-70 value!** Bring your creativity, relax, and let’s make something awesome together.
This is a limited time promotional offer. All regiments are made to order and require **4-5 hours of production time**, so please give me at least a **5 day notice**, so I can have them ready for you!
All miniatures are printed with a commercial license.
**Choose one from Below:**
* 20 Empire Soldiers
* 20 Dwarf Warriors
* 20 Elf Spearmen
Step into a world where strategy meets artistry — and where every painted figure tells a story of battle, honor, and imagination. Join **Daclaud** at **The Arcane Foundry** for an evening that introduces newcomers and enthusiasts alike to the timeless craft of **tabletop wargaming** and **miniature painting**.
My own journey began with a fascination for fantasy — knights in armor, grim and hardened warriors, and monstrous creatures locked in epic battle. That passion led me to **Dungeons & Dragons**, where I painted my first **Basic Heroes set** and felt the spark that comes from bringing a character to life in miniature form. Not long after, I discovered **Warhammer Fantasy** and **Warhammer 40,000**, and I was hooked. The vision of vast armies clashing across the table — each unit meticulously painted, each story unfolding through dice and imagination — became my creative obsession.
During this event, we’ll explore the **origins of wargaming**, from its early military simulations to the richly detailed worlds of modern tabletop battle systems. You’ll learn how to **build and customize your own armies**, paint your first figures, and experience the joy of turning strategy and storytelling into a hands-on art form.
Whether you’re drawn by the lore, the hobby, or the thrill of commanding miniature legions, this introduction will open the gates to a world that has captivated hobbyists for generations.
**🎨 RSVP today and join us at The Arcane Foundry — where every brushstroke and battle tells a story.**
Rise and Shine with Atlassian - Downtown/Nationwide
Come chat about Atlassian tools and best practices at the Nationwide Sunny Street Cafe and Breakfast is on Atlassian!
Let's get the day started off with breakfast with your ACE Leaders! We're always excited to talk about Atlassian Products, share our knowledge and hand out swag! Come chat with us about new product news and anything you are working on within the Atlassian product stack. This is a great opportunity to come see what we are all about, hear new business news and share with other Atlassian users your questions and experiences. We'd love to see new and old friends come out to chat and learn about Atlassian!
Agenda
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Moderators
Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader
Hosted By
Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader
Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything
Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead
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Global Partner
Atlassian (http://atlassian.com)
Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality.
Partner
Atlassian
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For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries.
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Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-rise-and-shine-with-atlassian-downtownnationwide-22/.
ServiceNow's Got Talent
Builders, creators, architects, admins, consultants - come one, come all. This one's for you.
We're bringing a little friendly competition to the Columbus ServiceNow community while highlighting the cool things people have built on the platform.
Five presenters will take the stage to showcase something they've built, solved, designed, or imagined on the ServiceNow platform - and a panel of judges (plus YOU, our amazing audience) will score them live.
So basically, America's Got Talent but make it ServiceNow's Got Talent.
Bring a notepad if you'd like 'cause you'll definitely be learning something new.
Each presenter gets 10 minutes max to wow the crowd with:
• A demo
• A real-world business solution
• A bold idea
• A UX transformation
• Or a creative use of the platform
Judging Criteria:
🏆 Business Value
🚀 Innovation
✨ User Experience
This event is about celebrating ideas, sharing knowledge, and showing how ServiceNow can drive both business impact and meaningful user value.
Come learn. Come support. Come get inspired.
Refreshments and bites will be provided.
And maybe next time… you’ll be on stage.
Columbus HUG March
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/
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