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​IMPORTANT: Register/RSVP through this link: [https://tix.dod.ngo/dwebcamp/BLN-meetup-may26/](https://tix.dod.ngo/dwebcamp/BLN-meetup-may26/?utm_source=luma) ___ NOT HERE ON MEETUP! ___ [DWeb Camp](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdwebcamp.org%2F%3A7v2yu9xdEb0c6RTbDYRk3qAPqwC18jClXIfJpo5teDQ&utm_source=luma) is taking place this summer, July 8-12! ​**The [DWeb Berlin Node](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgetdweb.net%2F%23nodes%3AGmFV8gam_PW8GVaoM3tnBUsAYT4q967x78cQQLJRsNI&utm_source=luma) is thrilled to join our partner [Foresight Institute](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforesight.org%2F%3AKGDRA98_WloIHITFgu1CImdKctQC8aAb4pjQGNQQsYY&utm_source=luma) to celebrate our Berlin community of practitioners, builders, activists and dreamers about decentralized technologies, public & ethical AI, p2p and local-first coordination and more –- as we traverse the path to DWeb Camp!** ​**WHEN**: Thursday, 21 May 18:00 - 22:00 (Berlin) ​**WHERE:** Foresight Institute Berlin Hub @ CIC Berlin [https://osm.org/go/0MbE6uAb8](https://osm.org/go/0MbE6uAb8?utm_source=luma) or geo:52.494111,13.445973?z=19 ​Once you have registered we will send you a confirmation email, and details on how to access our gathering location within the CIC Berlin campus. • **18:00 - 19:00, Arrival and Mingling** • **19:00 - 19:40, Intro and Q + A about DWeb Camp and Foresight Institute** * Introducing DWeb Camp Germany, [Beth McCarthy](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/ontologymachine/%3AkB1LvaDHTYjZmjy1c01F1_2_0Dd8stvU3e8ilmiKW8g) ([DWeb Camp](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//dwebcamp.org/%3A7v2yu9xdEb0c6RTbDYRk3qAPqwC18jClXIfJpo5teDQ)) * Q & A with DWeb OG [Arkadiy Kukarkin](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/arkadiykukarkin/%3AXoorTgr9YfjCChPJj_T1p30rgnLaYWT0FS4E1aZ54eU) ([Internet Archive](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//archive.org/%3AlH75wOaUZPOYl6PFv2hgaU9oI00OSvaqn8heDHJEYek), DWeb Camp) * Help us Build Camp!, [Michiel DeGruytere](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/michiel-degruytere/%3AxhrvgrkqCiE97JVRLFahupWb4erES1othPdT3S9cRh8) (DWeb Camp) * Introducing Foresight Hub Berlin & Foresight Village @ DWeb Camp, [Bradley C. Royes](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyroyes/%3AD5K33NqJdA2VA6_EsRJaEYKvl8njq_-BMACQ4ju6M6Y) ([Foresight Institute](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//foresight.org/grants/grants-ai-for-science-safety/%3ArwV7zEb65ww-3TsLnvZUHToJQGBbBYRJuHapxscnuO0)) • **19:40 - 20:10, Lightning talks from key collaborators who will join us at Camp this July** * [Nicolas Berens](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//github.com/nicolasberens%3AcTFDO99XrZ7RFD5flf3A7E0V-Dm7dkMQR3GRGVEbC-Y) ([Freifunk Berlin](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//berlin.freifunk.net/de/%3AX0y5fi6OIW4KiqhslvxvH0w3romNQP2vjwtXHAytrOw)) - 25 Years of Community-Owned Internet Access * [Kris Decoodt](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/krisdecoodt/%3AjNeTYXaoFZEjT4wBIGR4rUb2OtcLAFBUucAV9UAaEgo) ([Logos](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//logos.co/%3A-6EhzO9rx8MSDReofD0A7enLTrLJQaiAhmZaBpWLr3g)) - Logos Circles to Rekindle Civic Society * [Guil Mauler](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/gmaueler/%3AN05lWUhN9Jj_SYNLqECfeBxpxxqwhrdaFFCBetB-2P8) ([Regens Unite](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.regensunite.earth/%3AfTASj_2oZpRiA1fHhCi0UOCurHLfp75HPBnWSYtgFKY)) - Cross-Movement Building: Connecting Activists with Tech Nerds • **20:10 - 20:20, Break and form into breakout groups** • **20:20 - 20:50, Breakout groups** for a sneak peek of discourse and topics we will explore at Camp, such as Anti-Authoritarian Stack, Decentralized Hardware/Local Community Networks, Solidarity Tech & Sustainable Instructures (more info here: https://dwebcamp.org/proposals/) • **20:50 - 21:00, Breakout groups convene to share a brief summary, Closing Words** • **21:00 - 22:00, Drinks, bites, and meeting your future fellow campers and DWeb + Foresight community members!** ​**ABOUT [DWEB CAMP](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdwebcamp.org%2F%3A7v2yu9xdEb0c6RTbDYRk3qAPqwC18jClXIfJpo5teDQ&utm_source=luma):** ​*DWeb Camp 2026: Root Systems is a five-day gathering in nature for builders and dreamers dedicated to building a decentralized web (DWeb). A web that is private, resilient, and beyond the control of a few central powers. Like forests, decentralized systems derive strength from what lies beneath the surface: dense networks of roots, sharing resources without hierarchy, and coordination that persists even when individual nodes disappear.* ​*DWeb Camp: Root Systems invites participants to build technologies that–like living ecosystems–adapt, regenerate, and endure.* ​*The event will be held at Alte Hölle, just one hour southwest of Berlin. The venue sits on the grounds of a forest hotel dating back to the 1800s. Once a Stasi recreation site, Alte Hölle is now owned and inhabited by a collectivist community of friends who are turning this space into a sustainable venue for group events of technologists, hackers, artists, and activists. Set on 100,000 square meters of lush meadows and ancient forests, Alte Hölle is both a community and location with values that resonate deeply with DWeb, a place we are excited to nourish and leave richer than when we arrive.* ​\~ *Want to learn more about DWeb Camp? Visit [dwebcamp.org](https://dwebcamp.org/?utm_source=luma).* ​*If you would like to ask us questions directly, come to this DWeb Berlin Node Meetup!* ​**ABOUT [FORESIGHT INSTITUTE](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforesight.org%2F%3AKGDRA98_WloIHITFgu1CImdKctQC8aAb4pjQGNQQsYY&utm_source=luma) BERLIN HUB** ​[Foresight Institute](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforesight.org%2F%3AKGDRA98_WloIHITFgu1CImdKctQC8aAb4pjQGNQQsYY&utm_source=luma) supports the beneficial development of high-impact technology to make great futures more likely. \~ Learn more about the Berlin Hub and how to get involved here: [https://foresight.org/grants/grants-ai-for-science-safety/](https://foresight.org/grants/grants-ai-for-science-safety/?utm_source=luma)

We’re heading to Home24 for a proper building session! You are invited! Come along to meet the community, swap ideas, and get stuck into some hands-on work. Reserve the spot with RSVP. 🗓 Agenda: ▶️ 6:00 pm: Doors open with networking and snacks 🍕🍻☕ ▶️ 7:00 pm: Opening Keynote ℹ️ 7:10 pm: Home24 presentation ▶️ 7:45 pm: Workshop (📌Laptops are required. Please charge them in advance!) Master the fundamentals of ADK and multi-agent systems. Design agents with specialized, clear responsibilities. Test and run agents locally. Deploy a multi-agent application to Google Cloud. Launch your first publicly available multi-agent system. ▶️ 9:00 pm: Networking ▶️ 9:30pm: Doors close 🔖 Requirements & Logistics Level: Beginner friendly, no prior multi-agent experience required. Skills: Basic experience with Python, Google Cloud, Docker, and Bash is a plus. Setup: Bring a charged laptop and avoid using a VPN during workshop tasks. Let’s learn, build, and have a natter. See you there! Agenda --- Hosted By Yevgen Batovskyi, Organizer Esra Kadah, Organizer Senior App Developer | Author of "Flutter Design Patterns & Best Practices" | Co-Organizer of Flutteristas, Flutter Berlin, GDG Cloud Berlin, Flutter Community AI Circle | 👩🏼‍💻 Antigua Mobile Hany Elfouly, Co-founder & CEO Mohamed Islem Ayari, Organizer --- Partners Google (https://blog.google/intl/de-de) home24 (https://home24.career.softgarden.de) --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cloud-berlin-presents-build-with-ai-hands-on-workshop-home24-1/.

**Queer Bridges Language Café // Sprachcafé** with ***Michal*** for **LGBTQIA+** **[Free event with registration](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/language-cafe/w21-2026)** 🔵 Join us at our Language Café, where you can connect with others and engage in lively conversations. It’s a great opportunity to practice speaking, listening, and even learn some new vocabulary, all while making new friends and having a good time. No matter your level of proficiency, everyone is encouraged to participate and grow together. Come for the conversation, stay for the community! **What languages are represented?** We will have tables for English and German. Beyond that, it will be up to you! We hope to eventually host a wide range of languages and are excited to see this café grow with your support. **What if I don’t feel confident in my language skills?** Our language café is open to everyone, regardless of their language abilities. From beginners to native speakers – we will ensure it is a fun and safe space for everyone. Registration is required as it gives us an idea of how many people to expect and which languages you speak/look forward to practice. However, if you have not registered please feel free to stop by! Join us at our **Language Café**, where you can connect with others and engage in lively conversations. It's a great opportunity to practice speaking, listening, and even learn some new vocabulary, all while making new friends and having a good time. No matter your level of proficiency, everyone is encouraged to participate and grow together. Come for the conversation, stay for the community! *** This meeting is part of our **Queer Bridges** project, aimed at forging connections and providing resources for LGBTQIA+ people with migration experience. *** **General information** * **Language**: This event will be in German and English. * **Registration**: Register on our website by selecting the event, adding it to your cart, and completing checkout. If you have any difficulties registering for the event, you're still welcome to join us, and we will find a solution. * **Cost**: This event is free of charge. 🔵 *Kostenlos mit Anmeldung über unsere Webseite* Kommt zu unserem **Sprachcafé**, wo ihr euch mit anderen austauschen und an lebhaften Gesprächen teilnehmen könnt. Es ist eine großartige Gelegenheit, eure Sprech- und Hörfähigkeiten zu verbessern und neue Wörter zu lernen, während ihr in lockerer Umgebung neue Bekanntschaften knüpft. Egal, wie gut ihr die Sprache könnt, alle sind eingeladen mitzumachen und zusammen zu lernen. Kommt wegen der Gespräche, bleibt wegen der Gemeinschaft! **Welche Sprachen sind vertreten?** Wir werden Tische für Englisch und Deutsch haben. Darüber hinaus liegt es an euch! Wir hoffen, bald viele verschiedene Sprachen anbieten zu können und freuen uns darauf, dieses Café mit eurer Hilfe wachsen zu sehen. **Was, wenn ich mir in meinen Sprachkenntnissen nicht sicher bin?** Unser Sprachcafé ist für alle offen, egal, wie gut ihr die Sprache könnt. Von Anfänger\*innen bis zu Muttersprachler\*innen – wir sorgen dafür, dass es für alle eine lockere und sichere Umgebung ist. *** Dieses Meeting gehört zu unserem **Queer Bridges** Projekt, das darauf abzielt, Verbindungen zu schaffen und Ressourcen für LGBTQIA+ Menschen mit Migrationserfahrung bereitzustellen. *** **Hinweise** * **Sprache**: Dieses Event wird auf Deutsch und Englisch sein. * **Anmeldung**: Melde dich auf unserer Website (für das Event) an, indem du die Veranstaltung auswählst, sie in den Warenkorb legst und dann den Kauf abschließt. Das gilt auch für kostenlose Events. Wenn du irgendwelche Schwierigkeiten hast, dich für eine Veranstaltung anzumelden, kannst du gerne zu uns kommen und wir werden eine Lösung finden. * **Kosten**: Die Teilnahme ist kostenlos.

**📢 WICHTIG** 📢 Ab Donnerstag bei schönem Wetter organisieren wir das Treffen draußen, im Tilla-Durieux-Park gegenüber The Playce in Potsdamer Platz. Wir sitzen auf dem Gras, wo der Boden flach ist. Wenn möglich bring bitte Picknickdecken mit.

Join us for an evening dedicated to Developer Relations as a craft: from the current state of DevRel and the evolving job market to the challenges, opportunities, and ideas shaping the industry today. Whether you are: * looking for your next role in DevRel, * hiring DevRel talent, * or simply want to connect with like-minded people, this meetup is for you. We’ll kick things off with a few short talks, followed by open discussions and networking with the local DevRel community. ### Talks * "Projektmanagement in Google Apps Scripts - Salesforce in Shadow IT", Mario Bodemann, Yubico * "Building a knowledge ecosystem - Community led education", Ran Oren , Founder @ Kiefer Analytics * "Getting hired in DevRel in 2026", Marco Podien, Future Marco There will also be room for additional lightning talks and spontaneous discussions. If you’d like to give a short talk on any DevRel-related topic, feel free to reach out. We’d love to hear from you! Looking forward to seeing both familiar and new faces at ***hubraum*** for an evening of conversations, insights, and community. See also: https://luma.com/09kagzxg

The Language Café is primarily aimed at people who are struggling with their mental health which can make it hard to go to regular courses. We want to create a safe space for everyone to learn and practise without pressure. Everyone is welcome! Please try to be on time so we can all get started together :) We mainly practise on a beginner/lower intermediate level and adapt to everyone's prior level of German. The Language Café will focus on teaching you the most important words and phrases and basic grammar in German. The content of the course is adapted to real life. (everyday life in Germany, dealing with authorities, etc.) We will cover different topics every week and you can join us anytime, since the topics do not necessarily build on each other. The Sprachcafé is for free. \*If you cannot make it please cancel your participation so someone else from the waiting list can join, thank you!\* \| \| \| \|

Hi everyone, Our next CorrelAid Berlin in-person meetup is coming up! 📰📊 🗓️ When: Thursday, May 21, 2026 🕠 Time: 18:30 \~ 20:00 📍 Where: Café Milagro, Bergmannkiez, Kreuzberg The meetup is informal and open to **data folks, journalists, NGO practitioners, and anyone curious about #DataForGood**. No talks, no slides, no prior experience required – just bring your questions, examples, and opinions. Whether you’re already involved in projects or just curious about CorrelAid Berlin and data science, you’re very welcome to join – grab a drink, meet others, and exchange ideas. Looking forward to seeing you there! CorrelAid Berlin team 💙

\#\#\# Was ist Breathwork? Conscious Breathwork bedeutet bewusstes atmen. Und das ist es letztendlich auch, was wir etwa 70 Minuten lang machen werden. In einer Breathwork Session geht es vor allem darum, dass Du loslassen, Dich entspannen und mit Dir selbst und Deinem Unterbewusstsein verbinden kannst. Das geht am besten, in dem Du gar nichts erwartest und nicht so viel dadrüber nachdenkst. ✨ \#\#\# Das erwartet Dich Nach einem kurzen Check-In beginnen wir mit der Session. Die Atmung kann im Liegen oder Sitzen statt finden, ganz nach Deiner Wahl. Du wirst durch ein bewegendes Musikset geführt, wodurch Du in eine Trance-Atemmeditation gelangst. Hier kannst Du unter anderem diese Erfahrungen machen: Stress abbauen, herausfinden, was da noch in Dir steckt, Dein Potential entfalten, innere Anspannungen lösen oder unterdrückte Emotionen freilassen, in Dich hinein horchen und Lösungen finden, Kreative Ideen und Visionen erhalten oder einfach eine berührende Zeit haben. \#\#\# Über Nina Seit 2015 bin ich [Anusara® Elements™](https://www.anusarayoga.com/) Yogalehrerin. Es folgten viele Weiterbildungen in den Bereichen Chakren, Meditation, Yoga und Trauma. 2018 habe ich mich zudem auf die Heldenreise begeben. Seit 2023 bin ich Atemtherapeutin Conscious Breathwork nach der [Lichtatmung®](https://naou.de/lichtatmung/) und freue mich sehr, Dich bei Deiner Reise begleiten zu dürfen. In meine Sessions fließen meine unterschiedlichen Erfahrungen ein. Was mich jedoch am meisten bewegt: Mich begeistert alles, was Dich mehr bei Dir selbst ankommen lässt, Dich mit Deiner Lebendigkeit und vor allem Deinem Herzen verbindet! \#\#\# Bitte mitbringen: – Yogamatte oder andere Unterlage (z.B Isomatte), damit Du es schön gemütlich hast – Lockere, angenehme Kleidung – Alles andere, was Dich noch wohlfühlen lässt. Decken, Wasser und Snacks gibt es vor Ort! \#\#\# Deine Investition & Buchung Der Standard Preis beträgt 25 €. Das Ticket 1+1 Bring a Friend kostet 45€ und ist gültig für zwei. Du kannst die Tickets hier kaufen und mit mit allen gängigen Zahlungsmethoden schnell & einfach bezahlen. Tickets: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breathe-free-conscious-breathwork-session-tickets-1980182922426](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breathe-free-conscious-breathwork-session-tickets-1980182922426) \#\#\# Bitte beachte\, dass der Platz auf 5 Teilnehmer:innen begrenzt ist\, sichere Dir rechtzeitig Deinen Platz\. \#\#\# Die Veranstaltung findet in Berlin\-Prenzlauer Berg statt\. Wenn Du Fragen hast oder weitere Informationen benötigst, melde Dich gerne bei mir: info@ninahrkalovic.com Weitere Infos zu mir und meinen Events: [www.ninahrkalovic.com](www.ninahrkalovic.com) ###Kanäle für Tickets, Aktuelles und nächste Events: Instagram: [www.instagram.com/conscious_breathwork_berlin](www.instagram.com/conscious_breathwork_berlin) Telegram: [t.me/consciousbreathwork](t.me/consciousbreathwork)

**The Vibe Coding Collective is a global community** helping anyone turn ideas into working software with AI. We host **relaxed social coding jams** and other vibe coding events in bars, cafés, and maker spaces. We started in London and have now launched events in Berlin 🇩🇪, New York 🇺🇸, Edinburgh 🇬🇧, Osaka 🇯🇵, Amsterdam 🇳🇱, and Lisbon 🇵🇹. **Details 🚀** This meetup is a **social coding jam** where we use AI to quickly turn fun ideas into functional prototypes. Whether you’re an experienced developer or have never written a line of code, you’ll fit right in. You can use any AI tools you like: **Google AI Studio, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Replit**, whatever! And see what you can build together before the last orders 🍻 **Format 🛠️** After an opening presentation, we’ll be **teaming up in small groups** (2–3 people). Everyone gets a choice of several open-ended challenges, and then it’s heads-down building with your teammates. The goal is to **vibe, learn from each other, and see where the collaboration takes us.** **New to vibe coding? ✨** No worries! We begin with a simple starter guide with example prompts and tips so even total beginners can dive in without stress. *** **Schedule 🕒** *(Doors open early so we can settle in — aim to arrive by 2:50 PM so we can kick off on time)* * **3:00** – Presentation 🎤 * **3:15** – Assignment + team formation 🤝 * **3:15** – Build together 💻 * **4:40** – Optional demos 📺 * **5:00** – Hang out, network, make friends ✌️ *** **Who is it for?** **Anyone!** Curious coders, tinkerers, designers, artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to explore AI-powered creativity in a fun, social pub setting. **What to bring:** * **Laptop!** 💻 * **Vibes** ⚡ 👉 **No pressure, no gatekeeping.** Just good people, fun ideas, and some fast-paced collaborative building. **Event Information:** * Facilitator: **Poppy Astrini** [linkedin.com/in/poppyastrini](https://linkedin.com/in/poppyastrini?utm_source=luma) * Language is in **Dutch** and **English** * Coffee and tea will be provided **Location 📍** Het Stationshuis, Marcellus Emantspad 1, 2624 VD Delft, Netherlands

A space for working on projects & learning new stuff together. 💻☕️ Please RSVP if you intend to join, as we have limited space. 😊

In diesem Workshop wagen wir uns an das vielschichtige Themengebiet *Liebe und Beziehungen* heran. Menschen sind Beziehungswesen: Zugehörigkeit, Verbundenheit, Nähe, Sexualität, Sicherheit und Geborgenheit zählen zu unseren Grundbedürfnissen. Für die meisten von uns ist eine erfüllte Partnerschaft eines der erstrebenswertesten Ziele im Leben. Wenn wir uns jedoch in der Gesellschaft und in unserem persönlichen Umfeld umsehen, scheint es, als wären wir kaum imstande, gesunde Beziehungen zu führen. Der Großteil von uns hat bereits mehrere Beziehungen hinter sich. Oft können wir nicht einmal klar benennen, woran sie gescheitert sind. Anhand der Erfahrungen, Beobachtungen und Interessen aller Teilnehmenden nähern wir uns den Fragen, die uns immer wieder bewegen. Wir erforschen, * was eine erfüllte Beziehung für jede:n bedeutet * was wir brauchen, um gelingende Beziehungen zu führen, * was uns dabei - persönlich und gesellschaftlich - im Weg steht, * und vor allem, wie wir daran arbeiten können. Wir forschen gemeinsam mithilfe des [re:nature® Kompasses](https://umainstitut.net/ueber-uns/renature-ansatz/). Dieses Lebensrad hilft uns dabei, komplexen Themen wie unseren Liebesbeziehungen eine Struktur zu geben. Angelehnt an die jahreszeitlichen Zyklen der Natur (Frühling - Sommer - Herbst - Winter) sind schließlich auch Beziehungen diesen Zyklen unterworfen: Verliebtheit - Commitment - Krisenzeiten - Trennung oder Neuausrichtung. Unser theoretisches Erforschen verbinden wir mit Übungen zur bewussten Körperwahrnehmung sowie mit kreativen Aufstellungen. Denn unser Ziel ist es, aus dem Erleben heraus neue Erfahrungen und Inspiration in die eigenen Beziehungen hinein zu tragen. Wir, Susanne und Ben, geben diesem Forschungsraum eine Richtung und einen Rahmen. Was dazwischen passiert, hängt von den Beiträgen der Teilnehmer:innen sowie der sich ergebenden Gruppendynamik ab. Persönliche Erfahrungen, drängende Fragen, Impulse und Ideen sind ausdrücklich erwünscht und sehr willkommen! Der Workshop ist offen für alle: ein inklusiver Raum für Menschen aller Geschlechtsidentitäten und sexuellen Orientierungen. Die Teilnahme erfolgt auf Spendenbasis. Bitte melde dich (zusätzlich) per Email an: [kontakt@benjaminpontius.de](mailto:kontakt@benjaminpontius.de)

**\>\>\> Registration takes place on Luma: [https://luma.com/yp90isjd](https://luma.com/yp90isjd)** **Welcome to KREATIV UNTAPPED #1 – Storytelling Untapped w/ Ben Sauer** **A hands-on session. No slides. Just your stories.** We couldn't be more excited to tap into this with you at Thoughtworks Berlin. *Follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreativ-untapped) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/kreativuntapped).* **KREATIV UNTAPPED** is a creative playground born in Berlin — and we're kicking off with the discipline that sits at the heart of every other one: **storytelling.** Because here's what AI can't replace: the human desire to create. Creativity is what makes us uniquely human — it's a muscle, and like any muscle, it needs training. Most of us have stopped. **KREATIV UNTAPPED** is where we change that — through hands-on sessions with working practitioners across visual arts, tactile crafts, narrative & sound, and spatial & performative disciplines. **This evening** is about words, voice, and presence. In a world full of decks, dashboards and screens, we've forgotten how to just… tell a story. This evening is a practice in putting the slides away and using the oldest tools we have — your voice, your hands, your story. **Expect a short provocation from [Ben](https://bensauer.net/), a hands-on session with a sketching element to flex that creative muscle, a round of group sharing, and time to actually meet the people in the room.** **Who's this for?** Anyone with a story to tell — and the willingness to tell it without a slide deck. No job title. No prior experience. Just the willingness to tap in. Creativity untapped. Connection for real. \-\-\- **ABOUT [BEN SAUER](https://bensauer.net/)** Ben Sauer is a speaker, author, and coach who teaches the art of strategic storytelling — and the perfect person to launch this series. He's the author of "Death by Screens: How to Present High-Stakes Digital Design Work and Live to Tell the Tale" — a go-to resource for designers, product people and creatives who want to stop boring their audiences and actually be heard. Ben spent years as a UX designer at Clearleft, then as Director of Product for AI at Babylon Health, leading a team of 100 on products worth $100m+. He has trained teams at NASA, Amazon, and the BBC, and spoken at The Economist, NEXT Conference, UX London, VW + Audi and dozens more — frequently as the audience's top-rated speaker. More about Ben: [https://bensauer.net](https://bensauer.net/) \-\-\- **AGENDA** • 18:30 – 19:00 · Check-in • 19:00 – 19:15 · Intro – what KREATIV UNTAPPED is and why we're here • 19:15 – 20:15 · Hands-on storytelling session with Ben Sauer (incl. sketching element) • 20:15 – 20:45 · Group sharing round • 20:45 – 20:50 · Wrap-up & what's next • 20:50 – 21:30 · Networking \-\-\- **ADDITIONAL NOTES** **Donation-based event** This first edition is donation-based — give what feels right. Your contribution supports building KREATIV UNTAPPED into something lasting. Donations are non-refundable. **Photos & video** We'll be taking photos and potentially videos throughout the evening. By attending, participants agree that visual material may be used for promotional purposes. Anyone who prefers not to be photographed can let us know on arrival. **Where** Thoughtworks Berlin Revaler Str. 31 (Event Space), 10245 Berlin (In walking distance from S Ostkreuz) \-\-\- **FOLLOW US** LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreativ-untapped](https://www.linkedin.com/company/kreativ-untapped) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/kreativuntapped](https://www.instagram.com/kreativuntapped) **\>\>\> Registration takes place on Luma: [https://luma.com/yp90isjd](https://luma.com/yp90isjd)** See you there! Creativity untapped. Connection for real. \-\-\- ***An event by our friends from KREATIV UNTAPPED***

Tolle Berlinerinnen und Berliner, als ich schreibe, sitze ich im Wald zwischen Buchen und Eichen auf meinem Campingstuhl und genieße die Ruhe des Sonnenlichts. Suchst du nach Freiheit von dem Lärm der Szene, Lärm der Stadt? Möchtest du Brücken mit interkulturellen, diversen Leuten aufbauen? Dieses Jahr möchte ich unbedingt neue Leute, die Tiefe und Empathie haben kennenlernen. Diesen Leuten meine Zeit geben, und gegenseitige Freundschaften hoffentlich aufbauen. Selbst glaube ich, dass Mädels und Jungs einander nicht verstehen können, wenn der Sinn von einer Person 100% einer Geschlecht ist und die Person keines der Geschlecht gegenüber kennt. Idealerweise sollte der Sinn 50/50 weiblich/männlich sein, dass wir uns ideal verstehen können. Selbst bin ich Künstler, der sich für Farbphysik (Colour Phenomena) interessiert. Zum Beispiel ein roses Kirschbaum in der blauen morgen Stunde. Oder blaue Bäume im Licht eines bedeckten Sommer Tag, auch wenn jeder glaubt, dass man sachlich weiß, ‚Bäumen sind grün!‘ Colour sind, glaube ich, hauptsächlich weibliche Phänomene. Und als Künstler empfand ich seit langem eine Affinität für Colour. Das Bild oben ist ein Kunstwerk von mir. Ich möchte die ruhigen Leuten erreichen, also der Treff ist entweder Online, per Signal Messenger (Link zur Gruppe im Kommentar) um neue Verbindungen leicht zu machen, oder auch sogar besser persönlich, wenn du dich spontan unterwegs sein will und persönlich treffen will. Wenn du mich persönlich triffst setzen wir uns auf eine Wiese, eventuell in der Wuhlheide, oder auf dem Tempelhofer Feld. Schick mir eine Nachricht per Signal Gruppe und wir können uns vereinbaren. Ich freue mich neue Leute kennenzulernen!

**Welcome to Drunken Philosophy** a casual, curious social discussion **Optional topic for this meetup: What's up with all the AI hate?** A recent survey found that 74% of Americans have a negative view of AI, and I want to know why. Come out and debate whether AI is good or bad. My hot take: a labor-saving tool that could potentially help cure cancer gets called dangerous because it might raise unemployment or cause a speculative investment bubble, that tells you a lot more about capitalism and the economic system we live under than it does about the tool itself. As a computer programmer, I think AI is a wonderful tool that has increased my productivity by at least an order of magnitude. I'd go so far as to say Claude Code is the best tool I have ever used. Debate me and name a better one. Is AI potentially dangerous? Yes, but so are a lot of tools. Chainsaws. Steam engines (early ones would occasionally explode and kill everyone in the room). Do you think cavemen sat around debating whether fire could be used as a weapon or for self-harm, and decided not to discover it? I have two friends who hate AI for opposite reasons: one thinks it's a fad and not useful, and the other thinks it's going to take over everything and cause human extinction. Come out tonight, have a friendly debate, and make some friends. No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it's fun.

**Latest Dojo Location!** **Knotty Pine Brewing** 1765 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community. https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Shibam Coffee](https://shibamcoffee.com/)!

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

**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** Like it or not, AI agents are now capable of turning a quickly written paragraph of requirements into a pull request that is ready to be integrated into real-world production applications and it's now our responsibility to make sure AI doesn't go rogue and take down prod - or corrupt our data by misunderstanding the requirements or our existing schemas. In this session we'll explore strategies to protect our codebases through unit and integration testing, documentation, and code review along with additional ways of providing context and guard rails to our AI agents as they carry out the work we've assigned them to do. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm grasp of the problem and understand some helpful options for protecting your codebase from vibe coding mishaps getting YOLOed into prod. **YouTube Link** TBD

ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio TBD Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!