Leadership Development

🎤 **Join Us for an Energizing Evening of Public Speaking!** Every speech leaves an echo. Every evaluation teaches a lesson. Every meeting becomes a memory. As we gather for our final meeting of the academic year, we invite you to look back, celebrate your progress, and appreciate how far you've come. Theme: **REFLECTIONS** Join us for an evening of inspiration, memories, and meaningful conversations as we close one chapter and prepare for the next. 📅 **When**: Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 ⏰ **Time**: 19:00 🕖 📍 **Where**:Athens Meeting Room, Sofokleous 7-9, Stoa Pappou, Athens.🏨 🚀 Get ready to **boost your confidence**, 🎯 **refine your speaking skills**, and ⚡ **energize your presentations** in a supportive and inspiring environment. 🌟 **Visitors are welcome! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to grow 🌱, learn 📚, and connect 🤝!** In case you have any trouble please call at 6943259426 💬 Let us know if you’ll be attending. We can’t wait to see you! [#toastmastersinternational](https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/toastmastersinternational?__eep__=6&__tn__=*NK*F) [#athenstoastmastersacademy](https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/athenstoastmastersacademy?__eep__=6&__tn__=*NK*F) [#publicspeaking](https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/publicspeaking?__eep__=6&__tn__=*NK*F) [#Athens](https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/athens?__eep__=6&__tn__=*NK*F)

The Mental Peace lab is a weekly meditation class where you get to tune in to peaceful mental states, which is the core of Buddhist meditation. Different approaches allow to do this, which we'll explore together. The class each time consists of a guided meditation, a practical and interactive Buddhist teaching and concludes with a nice collective meditation that draws from this teaching. After this, for those who wish, tea is served and we can chat :) The class is taught in English by an experienced meditator and translated sequentially into Greek. Wearing confortable clothes is advised. Seating is on chairs or on cushions. There is a suggested donation of 5 EUR which can be paid in cash or by REVOLUT/IRIS. Hoping to welcome you !

🎲✨ Your next favorite person might be one game night away. ✨🎲 Athens people, join us every Tuesday at 8PM at Yellow Square Athens. Whether you’re new in town or a seasoned local, this is your midweek reset — laughter, easygoing vibes, and board games for every level (no experience needed). 🎯 Tons of fun games 🍹 Drinks & tasty bites 🌍 An international crowd 😄 Guaranteed good energy Come solo or bring a friend — either way, you’ll leave with more than you came with. See you on there. ♟️✨ #AthensExpats #BoardGameNight #MeetNewFriends #ExpatLifeGreece #FunInAthens #GameOn

Nestled in the heart of Psyrri, Bardeau is a vibrant nightlife destination where exceptional cocktails, great music, and an energetic atmosphere come together. Known for its stylish setting and welcoming crowd, the bar offers a unique experience that effortlessly transitions from relaxed evening drinks to unforgettable late-night celebrations. At the core of Bardeau’s identity is its dynamic event program, featuring talented DJs who curate the soundtrack of the night with a mix of hip-hop, pop, and crowd-favorite hits. From themed parties and special guest appearances to weekend events that keep the dance floor moving until the early hours, every night brings a fresh and exciting energy. Combining contemporary aesthetics, carefully crafted drinks, and a passion for music, Bardeau has established itself as a go-to destination for locals and visitors seeking an authentic nightlife experience in one of Athens’ most vibrant neighborhoods.

**Get ready to hop from bar to bar, sip on unlimited drinks, and dance the night away at the Athens Party Pub Crawl - it's gonna be legendary!** ## Highlights * Feel the rush of excitement of **meeting new people** and dancing the night away * Opt to include an **open bar for 1 hour**, including beer and wine or long drinks * Be led by **experienced and fun local hosts** and explore Athen's nightlife * **Dance, drink, and mingle** with fellow party enthusiasts from around the globe * Breeze past long lines at the nightclub and relax knowing **entry is covered** ## Full description Experience the ultimate night in Athens with 1 FULL HOUR of Unlimited Drinks (8€ - 35€+ Value!)\*, free shots, and Free Nightclub Access (10€ Value!) while meeting nightlife lovers from around the world! Get ready to celebrate like never before with the Best Pub Crawl in Athens! Embark on an epic pub crawl through Athens' hottest nightlife spots. Dance, drink, and mingle with fellow nightlife enthusiasts from around the globe. Enjoy an hour of unlimited drinks and free shots at each\* venue, while our energetic party hosts lead you through the night. Skip the lines and get access to the city's best clubs. Book now and make your night in Athens unforgettable! **\* We offer three ticket options:** 1\. The **Sober Owl Ticket**: Does not include an open bar \| Includes: A Free Shot at each Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club 2\. The **Tipsy Owl Ticket**: Includes 1 hour of unlimited beer or wine\. \| Also includes: Free Shot at 1st & Last Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club 3\. The **Drunken Owl Ticket**: Includes 1 hour of unlimited long drinks \(Gin/Vodka/Rum/Tequila\)\, beer\, and wine\. \| Also includes: Free Shot at 1st & Last Venue \- Drink Discounts \- Free Entrance & Skip the Line to Club ## Includes * Local Experienced event host(s) * Bar crawl: Visit 2 Bars & 1 Nightclub * 1 hour of unlimited drinks (depending on ticket option chosen) * 2-3 Free Shots (depending on ticket option chosen) * Discounts in Cocktails (1st Venue) * Skip-the-line & Free entry to Nightclub ## What to bring * Your Best Mood 🤩 * Comfortable shoes for dancing 🕺💃 * Camera * Charged Smartphone ## Not allowed * Intoxication ## Know before you go * This is an Adults only event. 18+ years old ## Booking Terms & Conditions - Code of Conduct By participating in any event (including pub crawls) organised and hosted by Athens Party Pub Crawl, you the participant & every person your booking is consisted of, agree to the following terms and conditions without restriction: [https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct](https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct "https://athenspartypubcrawl.com/terms-and-conditions-code-of-conduct")

👋 Hello guys and gals, 👋 🎉🎉🎉 Summer is here — get ready for the event. 🎉🎉🎉 Doors open at 18:00, and your **ID is required** for entrance. 18:15 - 18:30 - Gathering and welcome from the organizers. 18:30 - 18:45 - React Without Surprises: Building Predictable Application - Workshop Intro 19:00 - 19:30 -Test with AI and Cypress // Petros Plakogiannis 19:30 - 20:00 - AI Went Client-Side // Dimitris Kourgiantakis- [Get your CityJS Athens Blind tickets now before the end of Month as our prices will go Save 50% off.](https://athens.cityjsconf.org) A word from our sponsors. * [Agile Actors ](https://www.agileactors.com/) * [CityJS Conferences](https://cityjsconf.org) 🏆Mini surprise🏆 🍕Pizzas🍕 🦸‍♀️Socializing🦸‍♂️! [Want to talk? - then fill in our form ](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcGfIJHz25yV_y-_gpoOnIZ2gG_Ooehe1vLu4rBVAoH0WMww/viewform?usp=dialog) **🚨 Early Bird tickets for CityJS Athens are available until June 30th!** Join some of the brightest minds in JavaScript, AI, and modern web development, including **Kyle Simpson, Tejas Kumar, Kitze, Maximilian Schwarzmüller, Sara Vieira**, and many more. Be among the first to hear about the latest trends shaping JavaScript, AI, developer tools, and the future of technology—all while connecting with an amazing community of developers from around the world. [🎟️ Get your ticket now before prices go up!](https://athens.cityjsconf.org)

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. More about FRC global: 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 55+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) [http://instagram.com/frcathens](http://instagram.com/frcathens) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Θέλετε να βελτιώσετε τις ικανότητές σας στην ομιλία μπροστά σε κοινό; Θέλετε να ξεπεράσετε το τρακ της δημόσιας ομιλίας; Ελάτε στην επόμενή μας συνάντηση Toastmasters! Δημιουργούμε όλοι μαζί ένα ανοικτό, φιλικό και ευχάριστο περιβάλλον, στο οποίο εξασκούμε τον δημόσιο λόγο και αξιολογούμε ο ένας τον άλλον. Εφαρμόζουμε το δοκιμασμένο πρόγραμμα των Toastmasters που έχει ιστορία άνω των 100 ετών και εφαρμόζεται στην Ελλάδα από το 2005. Περισσότερες πληροφορίες στο: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556529585790 Συναντιόμαστε 2 φορές τον μήνα, την δεύτερη και τέταρτη Πέμπτη κάθε μήνα, από Σεπτέμβριο μέχρι και Ιούλιο (εκτός περιόδων Χριστουγέννων-Πρωτοχρονιάς & Πάσχα). This will be a Greek-speaking meeting. For our English-speaking meetings please see our page at https://www.meetup.com/ethos-pathos-logos-toastmasters-club.

We are pleased to bring you two talks this time. This event will be held in the offices of our sponsor [Plum](https://withplum.com/gr-gr), Stadiou 3a, Athina 105 62. **1st talk:** "Working with Kubeflow: A cloud-native machine learning platform for Kubernetes" by [Manos Vlassis](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mvlassis/) **Abstract:** Kubeflow is the foundation of tools for AI platforms on Kubernetes. The platform itself is composable, modular, portable, and scalable, backed by an ecosystem of Kubernetes-native projects for each stage of the AI lifecycle. This talk explores the architecture of Kubeflow, the advantages it offers to engineers and scientists, and a use case of how it can be used to speed up processes. **Presenter:** Manos is a Software Engineer at Canonical, working at the Machine Learning Operators (MLOps) team. He is working on a distribution of Kubeflow to facilitate machine learning workflows on Kubernetes-based systems. **2nd talk:** "ingress-nginx is archived: How we migrated to kgateway (and Didn’t Break Prod)" by [Konstantinos Stavropoulos](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kostavro/) **Abstract:** With ingress-nginx being archived in March 2026, Plum's SRE team used it as an opportunity to migrate to kgateway - a CNCF-backed Gateway API implementation chosen after benchmarking several alternatives. The 12-week migration relied on running both controllers in parallel, building custom Loki-based observability before cutover, and using staging to catch breaking differences like stricter path matching and a shorter default timeout. The result was zero production incidents and zero customer-facing downtime across all migrated services. **Presenter:** Konstantinos Stavropoulos is the SRE Lead at Plum, where he leads the team responsible for the reliability and evolution of the company's infrastructure. With a background spanning fintech, cybersecurity, and logistics across Greece and the Netherlands, he specialises in Kubernetes, CI/CD, cloud-native infrastructure, and security - with a proven track record of leading complex migrations from legacy stacks to modern, cloud-native architectures. Beyond hands-on engineering, Konstantinos is a community builder who delivers internal workshops and mentors teams through technical and leadership growth.

Athens Fun Connection is teaming with TenTwenty club for a new weekly event. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rm36LxdydYFgu4yn7 Imagine a day where you can combine working and taking care of yourself! What is CoWork & Reset? \- It's a full day of work from 10 to 17h designed for remote workers\, digital nomads\, and entrepreneurs\, or everyone who wants to have a good day\. For those who wish to stay longer\. The club is open until 23h \- set in a beautiful location with access to a gym\, sauna\, ice barrel\, tennis/padel courts\, and the beach \- with a free workshop most of the week\, learn something new every week \- work inside or outside\, in a more natural environment This week's workshop is: Build as you go. Improv tools for confident communication and dynamic teamwork with Lena Ivros Lena Ivros Improv theater teacher and founder of Lena’s Improv Place Tag: @lenasimprovplace You can choose between 2 packages: 25€: Free lunch (1 savoury + 1 sweet from the menu), UNLIMITED coffee or tea, access to the gym, sauna, and :ice barrels, free workshop, access to the beach, and everything the club offers. 30€: everything included in the 25€ + 1hour rental of a tennis, padel, or pickleball court. Mention Athens Fun at the reception, and they will guide you. See you there for a productive and reset day, Athens Fun & Connection team

The first Epic meet-up is officially happening. On Friday, June 26th, we’re opening our doors and inviting you to our offices at 4 Syntagmatarchou Davaki Street, Athens 115 26, 1st floor, from 19:00 to 21:00. Our speakers for the evening will be: **Ioannou Zacharias** – “From Chatbots to Autonomous Agents: The Evolution of AI” **Kappas Panagiotis** – “Code Reading in Practice: From an enterprise rebranding to a horizontal solution” The talks will be followed by a Q&A session with the speakers, as well as food, drinks, and plenty of conversation and networking. We look forward to welcoming you. RSVP is required.

As an expat in Athens, it’s easy to meet people but harder to build the kind of connections that make a city feel like home. That’s exactly what Greek Out 🇬🇷 is about. ​Inspired by the Greek concept of "**parea**" - the feeling of belonging to a group of people who genuinely enjoy spending time together - Stone Soup & Maria are creating an evening where conversations go beyond small talk. Whether you've just arrived in Athens or have been here for years, come join us for a sunset gathering designed to turn strangers into familiar faces and, hopefully, new friends. 🏛️ What to Expect : • Become part of a parea and experience a key aspect of Greek culture • Enjoy meaningful conversations, games, and shared experiences • Learn about Greek customs, culture, and a few useful language insights • Meet fellow expats, internationals, digital nomads, and locals in a relaxed setting • Ask questions about relocating to Greece, visas, and the Greek AFM • Enjoy drinks on the rooftop while watching the sunset over Athens ​[No Greek language skills required] ​Spots are limited to keep the experience interactive. 🙏🏼 Grab your ticket and let's Greek Out together. Please RSVP on our [Luma link](https://luma.com/u145spd0) ​Στην υγειά μας! 🥂 [Stone Soup Coworking](https://www.instagram.com/stonesoupcoworking/?utm_source=luma) & [Maria Gkeme](https://greek-out.com/)

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

**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 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD

How to be a Better Communicator Communication is everything in life Sunday, 23 February at 2pm. You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well. We are thrilled to bring our fourth BrowserStack QA Meetup on Thursday, July 9th!** We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss. **What to expect:** * **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds. * **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately. * **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit. **Agenda** * **Two Roads Diverged in a Wood: Docker Compose vs. Kubernetes** by **[Doug Reeder](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdouglasreeder/)** **RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!** 📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017 📅 **Date & Time:** July 9, 6:00 PM **Stay Connected!** Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup? Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!** 🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW) **A Few Notes:** ✅ This is an **in-person event** ✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event. **TALK ABSTRACT:** Docker Compose and Kubernetes are two of the most popular tools for running containerized applications. Their feature lists are similar. Architects and senior developers need to know how their different paradigms lead to unexpectedly different experiences in production.

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

**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.

Evolve is all about creating an Authentic Community, Deeper Connections, and Confident Growth. We are a group of entrepreneurial women who connect personally and professionally. We welcome every guest to experience our authentic community with no cliques and no judgment. Come as you are! There's a seat waiting for you. Elevate is an action-oriented connection experience designed to help women entrepreneurs move beyond surface-level networking and into meaningful growth, collaboration, and courageous action. Each session centers around a focused business or personal development topic, followed by intentional breakout discussions that encourage deeper conversations, real relationship-building, and practical next steps. Unlike traditional networking events, Elevate is designed to create momentum. Women are encouraged not only to share ideas, but to actively support one another through accountability, collaboration, brainstorming, and action-based growth. Every meeting is an opportunity to build authentic connections, gain fresh perspective, and leave with a clear action step to implement before the next session. This is a space where women rise together — not through competition or hustle culture, but through encouragement, courage, consistency, and intentional community. \*\*Evolve Women's Collective is a membership based professional women's group. You can find more information at [www.EvolveWomensCollective.com](https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.EvolveWomensNetwork.com&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw0UekYvD4PoVa7WUlFFVHyp). Feel welcome to be our guest anytime! [Join the Call](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://zoom.us/j/7894682064&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw127u1EMKvrsjTOPRaLUJ51)