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Why Is Your Language Learning So Slow? (And How to Fix It)
Why Is Your Language Learning So Slow? (And How to Fix It)
When I moved to Barcelona, I worked long hours and somehow still couldn't find people to actually practice Spanish with. ​I tried courses. I tried Duolingo and Babbel. They all felt the same: awkward exercises about topics I didn't care about, completely disconnected from my real life. ​So I figured out my own method. It worked. I learned Spanish in 4 months, and I'm now accelerating my French, not in a classroom but by integrating the language into my daily life. ​That's exactly what I'm sharing in this free 1-hour session. ​**What you'll walk away with:** * ​Why traditional methods get you stuck at the intermediate level * ​The one thing that actually moves the needle (it's not more tutoring) * ​Daily practices you can start tomorrow - built around your life, not a textbook ​**Who's this for:** * ​You've been learning a language but got stuck somewhere between A2 and B2 * ​You want to actually use the language, not spend years chasing perfection * ​You're open to rethinking how you learn ​**Logistics:** We'll meet at Sandwichez to have a Coffee all together and talk about our language experience.
Hablar es mejor (Clase de conversación y errores en español)
Hablar es mejor (Clase de conversación y errores en español)
Buenas! (English below) Cada día aparecen formas nuevas de aprender español, (y otros idiomas) apps nuevas, métodos de gramática, IA, videos de profes explicando cosas, y están todas genial. Si te ayudan a entender más y a hablar mejor están genial. El plan de este grupo es mejorar tu español con juegos, actividades reales y ejercicios para hablar más. Con la excusa de los juegos y las actividades corregimos la mayoría de errores: Palabras difíciles, confundir pasados, preposiciones, verbos que significan muchas cosas, ser y estar en pasado, frases con dos verbos o mas, subjuntivo, expresiones coloquiales, y también los errores "culturales”: ¿De que forma usamos los españoles el idioma en diferentes situaciones? La gente que participa es (casi siempre) muy simpática, y normalmente deja reviews muy positivas de las clases. Si te cuadra el plan ven a practicar tu español y hablamos de comida, de viajes, de trabajo, de cultura, de Internet, de temas locales, de noticias y de muchas más cosas. Para participar hay una contribución de solo 10€ por persona/ clase de 2 horas (materiales incluidos, bebidas no incluidas) o de 30€ por 4 clases. Vente y hablamos. Rafa. \-\-\-\- Hi! Every day there are new ways to learn Spanish, (or any language) new apps, grammar methods, AI, teachers explaining things on videos, and they are all great. If they help you to understand more and to speak better, they are great. The main plan in this group is to improve your Spanish with games, real activities and exercises to speak more. All the games and activities are a good excuse to correct the most difficult/ frequent mistakes: Difficult words, confusing past tenses, prepositions, verbs that mean many things, ser and estar in the past, sentences with two or more verbs, subjuntive, colloquial expressions, and also “cultural" mistakes: How we, Spanish people, use the language in different situations? People participating are (almost always) very nice, and usually leave very positive reviews of the classes. If the plan fits you, come to practice your Spanish and we'll talk about food, travel, work, culture, Internet, local issues, business, news and many more things. There is a contribution to participate of only €10 per person/2-hour class (materials included, drinks not included) or €30 for 4 classes. Let´s talk. Rafa.
Rook Endgames Club
Rook Endgames Club
Studying rook endgames for beginners and above
Barcelona in June: Flower Identification!
Barcelona in June: Flower Identification!
These yellow petals you see all over the city--where do they come from, and what are they?! And have you noticed that the purple Jacarandas are shedding their final flowers? Let's connect with the spring before we fully embrace the summer. Each class is 1-hour--with multiple times available-- All weekend, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, at 2pm, 4pm, and 6pm (yes, all three times, all three days!), come out to walk around the park and learn how to identify some of the flowers that surround us. We will learn identification processes, a little bit of history about how the plants got here, and how they affect the local ecosystems. The classes are in English and are pay-what-you-can with a 5-10euro suggestion! Pick the time that works best for you and your friends to have a nerdy date, a pre-dinner activity, or a post-siesta lesson, and spend some time outdoors learning something new in a cute, accessible way. I will have little workbooks! DM for the exact meeting spot at the park. Then bring your questions, your curiosities, and your small bills, and let's stop to smell (and learn about!) the flowers together. Find us at Parc Guineueta at one of our weekend class times! Friday June 19, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm Saturday June 20, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm Sunday June 21, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm And follow us at [@localize.intl](http://@localize.intl) on IG for more xx
Cyanotype Workshop
Cyanotype Workshop
Discover cyanotype, a 19th century photographic process that uses sunlight to create distinctive blueprints. You will you explore the history of this technique, learn about paper and light sensitive chemistry and create your own cyanotype to take home. Duration: 2 hours Group size: 3-5 people Location: Gaia Meva c/Ferlandina 51 Price: 50€ 20% off for +1s Contact for private sessions for small groups.
Fintech paper reading. PRAGMA: Revolut Foundation Model
Fintech paper reading. PRAGMA: Revolut Foundation Model
**Scientific Paper Reading Club: What**: PRAGMA: Revolut Foundation Model https://arxiv.org/abs/2604.08649 **Summary**: We'll discuss a paper about a new kind of foundation model for banking. Instead of building separate models for fraud detection, credit scoring, customer engagement, and dozens of other tasks, the authors train a single model that learns a general representation of a person's financial behavior and reuse it everywhere. **Meeting Details:** 🗣 **Presenter:** Maksim Ostroukhov 💬 **Language of the meeting:** English 🎟 **Entrance donation:** 10 eur 📍 **Location:** Maui coworking (Note: For some reason, Meetup maps sometimes wrongly point to other addresses. Here is the exact address: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/fjx9t4zG8GnEmXLr9?g_st=ac](https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmaps.app.goo.gl%2Ffjx9t4zG8GnEmXLr9%3Fg_st%3Dac) ) Looking forward to a great discussion this Saturday!
¡Aprendé a navegar!⛵ Clases personalizadas en velero. Máximo 4 alumnos por clase
¡Aprendé a navegar!⛵ Clases personalizadas en velero. Máximo 4 alumnos por clase
**¿Tu primera vez a bordo de un velero ⛵?** No pasa nada. Todos empezamos por ahí...¡Apúntate! ¿Te sacaste el PER y nunca más volviste a navegar? Entonces este evento es para ti. Aprender y practicar. Ese es el objetivo de nuestras salidas. **Basta** de barcos abarrotados con 8 a 12 personas donde practican 3 y el resto mira. Hacemos salidas con una tripu de MÁXIMO 4 alumnos con rotación de posiciones para que todos hagan todo. 💪🏻 ¡Vení a probar una clase👨🏻‍🏫 ! Y que no te pille el verano sin práctica. 😉 Saldremos desde el Port Olìmpic, el puerto más accesible de la ciudad, y empezaremos con un pequeño briefing de seguridad y nociones básicas para maniobrar en puerto. Designaremos tareas para zarpar, y de ahí: a navegar ⛵ y a disfrutar de la clase. 😊 Precio y pago: * Una clase suelta: 39,00€. * Pack de 5 clases **(10% OFF)**: 175,00€. * Se paga **por adelantado** para confirmar plaza. * Se puede pagar por Bizum o por enlace de pago. ¿Suena bien? ¡Pues no te quedes sin plazas y apúntate! Nos vemos en el puerto. 🙋🏼‍♂️🙋‍♀️⚓ ⚠ IMPORTANTE (por favor leer todo): Traer agua, algo de ropa para el viento (después de todo, es un velero, y corre viento 😅) y **calzado impermeable**. Si crees que te puedes llegar a marear, aconsejamos tomar algún medicamento anti-mareo 30 minutos antes. :) 📌 **Responsabilidad a bordo.** Durante la clase, cada participante es responsable de seguir las indicaciones del instructor. Al participar en esta actividad, asumís la responsabilidad por tu propia seguridad personal y aceptás que Mare Ventus no se hace responsable por comportamientos que se aparten de las instrucciones brindadas. 📸 **Uso de imagen y contenido.** Al apuntarte a este evento, autorizás a Mare Ventus a tomar fotografías y grabar vídeos durante la actividad, y a utilizar ese material con fines promocionales en redes sociales, sitio web y demás canales de comunicación de la escuela. Si preferís no aparecer en imágenes, podés avisarnos antes de embarcar. 🚫**Política de cancelación:** Cancelaciones por parte del alumno con menos de 48 horas del comienzo de la actividad no serán reembolsadas. Actividad sujetas a cancelación por condiciones meteorológicas desfavorables. ¡Seguinos en Instragram para más info! https://www.instagram.com/mareventus_barcelona/

Learning Events This Week

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Beach Volleyball Beginners Learn and Play
Beach Volleyball Beginners Learn and Play
**Whats App Group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IrcxSnwUDuMEqmzJ4yr5pn](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IrcxSnwUDuMEqmzJ4yr5pn) **New Season Flash Sale 10 Spots Open:** * **Once the host is confirmed, we will notify you of the event start date** via email. * **The limited pass remains discounted and refundable any time** until the specific date is finalized * You’ll receive the QR code and details via email. **Detail** * Welcome to beach volleyball Learn and Play Beginners Event. We have volleyball events in multiple cities. Small group 20 spots each time. All the equipment is prepared. This event is for come to meet new friends, improve your Volleyball skill and have fun. * We will **learn basic skills** **and practice drills** with our Host in the first hour. * Then we’ll **play on the court** in the second hour. **Book Early Bird Pass or Apply Host** [https://www.extremelyshy.com/barcelona](https://www.extremelyshy.com/barcelona) **One Time Drop In $10 Early Bird/$13.99 Regular** * Every Sunday (No Events in Holiday or Raining)**Once the host is confirmed, we will notify you of the event start date via email.** * Time: 11AM-1PM * Location: Barceloneta Beach * Openings: 20 spots **12 Weeks Pass Early Bird $49, Regular $79** * Every Sunday (No Events in Holiday or Raining) **Once the host is confirmed, we will notify you of the event start date via email.** * Time: 11AM-1PM * Location: Barceloneta Beach * Openings: 20 spots **Host: Reply the email after apply to confirm. Paid by Extremely Shy for your Effort.** * We prepare equipment for you to setup. Scan QR code to check them in. * Share your experience to our people in the first hour. * Have fun with them in the second hour. **Liability** * The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible and liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. * You acknowledge you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. * All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.
Barcelona Badalona Sailing club: Learn to Sail
Barcelona Badalona Sailing club: Learn to Sail
**Join us at the Badalona Sailing Club for a hands-on sailing and navigation experience designed for both beginners and more experienced sailors.** Each meetup lasts around **2 hours** and combines practical boat handling with real navigation at sea. Together, we’ll discover the basics of sailing through simple maneuvers, sail handling, and wind awareness — learning naturally as we exchange, ask questions, and enjoy a relaxed sail along the coast. Beyond the technical aspects, this experience is also about **being at sea**. As we sail, you’ll enjoy a beautiful perspective of **Barcelona from the water**, learn how to observe the marine environment — and with a bit of luck, **dolphins sometimes join us**. These meetups are guided by **Jean**, a pr**ofessional skipper and sailing instructor**, who focuses on sharing knowledge in a relaxed, safe, and supportive atmosphere. **Prices:** **\- 35 euros for the first session** **\- 20 euros for following session** Whether you’re stepping on a sailboat for the first time or looking to refine your skills, this meetup offers a meaningful and engaging way to learn, sail, and connect.
Cerramos el finde - Clases de vela⛵al atardecer🌇
Cerramos el finde - Clases de vela⛵al atardecer🌇
**¡Descubrí lo que es navegar al atardecer! 🌅⛵** El cielo encendido y el corazón lleno❤️. Así es como volvemos de la clase. Solo durante los meses de primavera y verano, cuando el sol nos regala sus mejores colores al final del día, salimos a navegar en clases prácticas de vela. Aprendés. Maniobrás. Disfrutás. Todo en un entorno relajado, con buena onda y entre quienes quieren aprender en serio pero sin rigidez. 📍 Salimos desde el Port Olímpic (Barcelona) sábados y domingos de 18 a 20 h. 👨🏻‍🏫 Las clases son prácticas 100%, con un máximo de 4 alumnos por salida. Así todos participan, rotan puestos, hacen y deshacen maniobras. Acá no venís a mirar: venís a navegar. ⏳ Esta experiencia es **por tiempo limitado**: a partir de septiembre, el cambio de hora nos obliga a cambiar los planes... así que si te tienta la idea de aprender con el mar dorado por el sol, este es tu momento. *** **🎟 Precios:** Clase suelta: 39 € Pack de 5 clases **(10% OFF)**: 175 € *** **¿Es tu primera vez en un velero? ¡No pasa nada! Todos arrancamos ahí.** ¿Ya hiciste el PER pero no volviste a tocar un timón? Este es el plan ideal para volver al ruedo. *** 💡 **Importante traer**: * Agua, abrigo cortaviento, calzado antideslizante. * Medicación si te mareás fácil. * Ganas de pasarla bien y aprender posta. *** 📸 Al participar, aceptás que podamos sacar fotos o vídeos durante la actividad para nuestras redes. Si preferís no aparecer, solo avisá antes de embarcar. *** **Reservá tu plaza. Que no se te pase el verano sin navegar.** Nos vemos en el puerto. 🙋🏼‍♂️🙋‍♀️⚓
Navegar al atardecer 🌅 | Clases de vela en grupo reducido⛵
Navegar al atardecer 🌅 | Clases de vela en grupo reducido⛵
**¡Descubrí lo que es navegar al atardecer! 🌅⛵** El cielo encendido y el corazón lleno❤️. Así es como volvemos de la clase. Solo durante los meses de primavera y verano, cuando el sol nos regala sus mejores colores al final del día, salimos a navegar en clases prácticas de vela. Aprendés. Maniobrás. Disfrutás. Todo en un entorno relajado, con buena onda y entre quienes quieren aprender en serio pero sin rigidez. 📍 Salimos desde el Port Olímpic (Barcelona) sábados y domingos de 18 a 20 h. 👨🏻‍🏫 Las clases son prácticas 100%, con un máximo de 4 alumnos por salida. Así todos participan, rotan puestos, hacen y deshacen maniobras. Acá no venís a mirar: venís a navegar. ⏳ Esta experiencia es **por tiempo limitado**: a partir de septiembre, el cambio de hora nos obliga a cambiar los planes... así que si te tienta la idea de aprender con el mar dorado por el sol, este es tu momento. *** **🎟 Precios:** Clase suelta: 39 € Pack de 5 clases **(10% OFF)**: 175 € *** ⚠ IMPORTANTE (por favor leer todo): Traer agua, algo de ropa para el viento (después de todo, es un velero, y corre viento 😅) y **calzado impermeable**. Si crees que te puedes llegar a marear, aconsejamos tomar algún medicamento anti-mareo 30 minutos antes. :) 📌 **Responsabilidad a bordo.** Durante la clase, cada participante es responsable de seguir las indicaciones del instructor. Al participar en esta actividad, asumís la responsabilidad por tu propia seguridad personal y aceptás que Mare Ventus no se hace responsable por comportamientos que se aparten de las instrucciones brindadas. 📸 **Uso de imagen y contenido.** Al apuntarte a este evento, autorizás a Mare Ventus a tomar fotografías y grabar vídeos durante la actividad, y a utilizar ese material con fines promocionales en redes sociales, sitio web y demás canales de comunicación de la escuela. Si preferís no aparecer en imágenes, podés avisarnos antes de embarcar. 🚫**Política de cancelación:** Cancelaciones por parte del alumno con menos de 48 horas del comienzo de la actividad no serán reembolsadas. Actividad sujetas a cancelación por condiciones meteorológicas desfavorables. ¡Seguinos en Instragram para más info! [https://www.instagram.com/mareventus_barcelona/](https://www.instagram.com/mareventus_barcelona/)
El PODER del AHORA ✨ Cómo Lograr la Auténtica FELICIDAD
El PODER del AHORA ✨ Cómo Lograr la Auténtica FELICIDAD
Grupo de Whatsapp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DpaOmS5kLgQJu0TabAPBpd](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DpaOmS5kLgQJu0TabAPBpd) Estamos también en Instagram [www.instagram.com/redConsciencia_comunidad](http://www.instagram.com/redConsciencia_comunidad) **El poder del ahora ✨ cómo lograr la auténtica felicidad** El ritmo de vida actual nos mantiene constantemente enfocados en el pasado o preocupados por el futuro, generando estrés, ansiedad y desconexión. En esta conferencia exploraremos una idea sencilla pero profundamente transformadora: el poder del momento presente. Inspirada en las enseñanzas de Eckhart Tolle y su obra El poder del ahora, la charla abordará cómo la mente tiende a identificarse con pensamientos y emociones que nos alejan de la experiencia real de la vida. Se tratarán conceptos como la observación de la mente, la identificación con el ego, la gestión del sufrimiento psicológico y la importancia de desarrollar presencia consciente. A través de ejemplos prácticos, se mostrará cómo llevar estas ideas al día a día para mejorar la claridad mental, la calma interior y la toma de decisiones. Partiremos de una premisa clave: si estás plenamente en el ahora, puedes experimentar la felicidad. La felicidad no es algo externo que haya que alcanzar, sino un estado natural que emerge cuando dejamos de vivir atrapados en la mente. Se trabajarán ideas como actuar con conciencia, aceptar lo que es y soltar la resistencia. Salir del ruido mental para volver a un estado de paz más profundo y estable. La conferencia propone una reflexión directa y aplicable: cómo dejar de vivir en piloto automático y empezar a experimentar la vida con mayor atención, equilibrio y consciencia. Un encuentro pensado para quienes buscan reducir el ruido mental, comprenderse mejor y conectar con una forma más plena de vivir. **Ponente**: Miguel Pou - Terapeuta y escritor **Colaboración**: 5 euros (costes de sala y organización). Sólo efectivo. No Bizum.
Los Archivos Akáshicos: la memoria oculta del universo
Los Archivos Akáshicos: la memoria oculta del universo
[Únete a nuestro grupo de Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cp2jyUS8Z9a0AsWJ1kbV0f) ¿Qué ocurriría si existiera una dimensión donde quedara registrada toda la experiencia humana? ¿Una especie de memoria invisible capaz de conservar acontecimientos, pensamientos, emociones y la evolución de la conciencia a través del tiempo? En esta conferencia exploraremos el fascinante concepto de los **Archivos Akáshicos** desde la visión de Rudolf Steiner y las tradiciones esotéricas occidentales que inspiraron parte de su obra. Hablaremos de: * qué significa realmente “Akasha”, * qué entendía Steiner por la “Crónica Akáshica”, * la relación entre conciencia, memoria y espiritualidad, La charla combinará filosofía, historia de las ideas, espiritualidad y reflexión contemporánea, ofreciendo una mirada abierta y crítica sobre uno de los conceptos más enigmáticos del pensamiento esotérico moderno. Una invitación a cuestionar cómo entendemos la realidad, la conciencia y el misterio de la existencia. Al acabar, nos iremos a un bar. **Sobre Miguel Pou:** Es investigador galardonado con premios como el Príncipe de Asturias. Autor de 4 libros, es conferenciante fijo en Mentes brillantes y un explorador apasionado de la Conciencia, de la Presencia y de la Mejora personal. Puedes encontrar más información de Miguel en los siguientes enlaces: **[Artículo en el diario de Burgos](https://www.diariodeburgos.es/noticia/z1369fe2a-e02f-b9dd-cad556bbf2da5d8e/202103/el-despertar-de-una-conciencia-natural)** **[Blog sobre Miguel Pou](https://fafelixrodriguez.blogspot.com/2014/10/miguel-pou-escritor-naturalista.html)** **Coste:** 5€ para gastos de organización. **Te** **esperamos**! 😊😀
Free Salsa Class for Beginners by Milliardo | Meet People & Dance
Free Salsa Class for Beginners by Milliardo | Meet People & Dance
[Join our new Whatsapp Group for the latest updates!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LMmycRHCDqT3i1fsS2k3ce) *There is a captcha to prevent bots from joining.* **Practical information** The class will be given if a minimum of 3 couples is reached * The class is **completely free** * The class is taught **in English** * Please RSVP so we can keep the group balanced * Doors open at 16:00. * Doors close at 16:15, **be punctual.** This **free beginner salsa class** is perfect if you want to learn **Salsa LA style & Cuban**, try dancing for the first time, and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly setting. Whether you’ve just moved to the city, are looking to make new friends, or simply want to start dancing, this class is designed to be easy, social, and pressure-free. *No previous dance experience needed.* ***It is mandatory to fill out your information about roles (leader/follower), so that we know the numbers of participants for each role.*** **What you will learn** * What makes salsa special and how to dance to the music * Basic salsa steps * How leading and following works * Cross body lead and basic turns The focus is on learning the fundamentals while enjoying the social side of dancing. **Who this class is for** * Absolute beginners * People new in town * Anyone curious about salsa * Anyone looking to meet people through dance You can come **alone or with a partner**. We rotate partners when exercises allow it, so everyone gets a chance to practice and connect. ***FAQ*** ***Important note about class balance*** This salsa class is free, which means we cannot control or guarantee the balance between leaders and followers in advance. We also cannot predict exactly who will show up on the day. For that reason, **admission to the class will be** **based on arrival time**. *Once the class reaches maximum capacity, with a balanced number of participants, we may not be able to let more people join.* We understand this can sometimes be frustrating, but this is the fairest way for us to keep the class balanced, organized, and enjoyable for everyone. Please arrive on time to secure your spot. **I am in the waiting list. Should I still come to the class?** We try to keep the classes as balanced as possible, so if we notice we are getting too many leaders/followers we move people around to waitlist. Sadly not everyone who signed up attends the class, so you can always still show up and see if there is a shortage of leaders/followers. **Want to increase your odds to get a spot for the class?** Then we highly suggest to come with a partner (leader+follower), as we always give them priority. **Why am I in the waiting list I was earlier/first?** There is two reasons, either you have attended the class before or, more likely, you didn't show up to a class you signed up for before. Our classes are free, we do this as volunteers and because we love to introduce people to dancing. ***When you take a spot and don't cancel your attendance in a timely manner or at all it means you took a spot that someone else would have gladly taken, so we kindly ask you to change your RSVP accordingly.***

Learning Events Near You

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Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).
Drunken Philosophy: Where Is Everybody? The Fermi Paradox and the Great Filter
Drunken Philosophy: Where Is Everybody? The Fermi Paradox and the Great Filter
Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Come grab a drink and a seat at The Oracle. **Optional topic for this meetup: Where is everybody?** In 1950 the physicist Enrico Fermi was talking about aliens over lunch and asked a question that still has not gone away: if the universe is so vast and so old, and even a fraction of those billions of stars have planets, where is everyone? By the numbers the galaxy should be crowded with civilizations. Instead we look up and hear silence. That gap between "they should be everywhere" and "we see no one" is the Fermi Paradox. One of the most unsettling answers is the idea of a **Great Filter**: somewhere on the road from dead chemistry to a galaxy-spanning civilization, there is at least one step that is almost impossible to get past. Maybe the filter is behind us. Maybe life starting at all, or simple cells becoming complex, or intelligence ever evolving, is the freak accident, and we already cleared the hard part. Or maybe the filter is ahead of us, and advanced civilizations reliably wipe themselves out before they spread. Here is the part that messes with people. If we ever found life somewhere else, even pond scum on Mars, most people would call it the greatest discovery in history. But it might be the worst possible news. It would mean life is common, the early steps are easy, and the hard step is still in front of us. So the eerie silence overhead might actually be the best sign we could ask for. **Questions to wrestle with:** * Is it better to be alone? Would you rather we find alien life and learn we are not special, or find nothing and quietly improve our odds of surviving? * Where do you bet the filter sits, behind us or ahead of us, and why? * If it is ahead of us, what is it? Nuclear war, climate collapse, AI, something we cannot even picture yet? And can we do anything about a filter we cannot see coming? * Two principles pull opposite ways here. The principle of mediocrity (the Copernican principle, Sagan's "no privileged place in the universe") says we are ordinary, so what happened on Earth probably happened everywhere, which makes the silence scream louder. The anthropic principle says of course we find ourselves somewhere life was possible, since we could not observe anything else, so our being here may say almost nothing about how common life is. Which lens do you trust, and does the silence still demand an answer once you account for observer selection? * And if we did confirm life out there and had to accept we are not special, what would that do to belief in a higher power, and would shedding (or keeping) that belief help or hurt our odds of pulling together as one species? * Does any of this change how you live, or how humanity should be spending its time and money right now? As always the prompt is optional. Come for the conversation, stay for the drinks, and bring your own questions.
Columbus Yarn Club at the Grandview Heights Library
Columbus Yarn Club at the Grandview Heights Library
5:45-7:45 in Conference Room B, Library lower level. Bring your yarn projects, meet new friends. If you plan to attend, please RSVP yes. If you can’t attend, please change your RSVP to no. This helps anyone who is waitlisted and it allows me to have an accurate count of attendees as our space is quite limited. Plenty of parking in the lot, in the overflow lot across the street, and on the street. See you there!
AI Agents 101: How to Make ChatGPT Do Actual Work
AI Agents 101: How to Make ChatGPT Do Actual Work
Most people still use AI like a search box: type one question, get one answer, repeat. But the next step is AI agents: systems that can take a goal, break it into steps, use tools, remember context, and produce useful work for a human to review. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll demystify what AI agents actually are — without hype or jargon. We’ll walk through practical examples of how agents can help with research, planning, writing, coding, operations, and personal productivity. We’ll cover: * What makes an AI “agent” instead of just a chatbot * How agents break tasks into steps * Where agents are genuinely useful today * Where they fail, hallucinate, or need human review * How to design simple AI workflows for your own work * A live demo of an AI agent-style workflow from start to finish No coding experience required. This is for anyone who wants to understand where AI tools are going and how to use them more effectively right now. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
Yarn Social at Delaware Library
Yarn Social at Delaware Library
If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, working with yarn, this is the group for you. Meet new friends, bring your projects, learn from others.
We will be there all day feel free to join or pop in for a little.
COhPy Monthly Meeting
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com