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Pickleball Clinic: Dinks, Volleys & Drop Shots – $50/1.5 Hours | Register Today!
🎾 **Pickleball Skill-Building Clinic: Dinks, Volleys & Drop Shots (15+)**
*at the Miles Nadal JCC*
Ready to level up your pickleball game? This focused skill-building clinic is designed for **beginner to intermediate players** who want to sharpen their *soft game* and feel more confident at the kitchen.
Through targeted drills, guided instruction, and coached point play, you’ll develop better touch, control, and decision-making during net exchanges — the skills that truly separate casual play from confident, strategic pickleball.
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🏓 **What You’ll Work On:**
• **Dinking Techniques** – Soft, controlled shots that land just over the net
• **Volley Strategies** – Improve reaction time, stability, and clean contact at the net
• **Drop Shot Mastery** – Learn to execute effective drops that fall softly into the kitchen
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🎯 **You’ll Improve Your Game By:**
• Building confidence and consistency in net play
• Strengthening strategy through smarter shot selection
• Increasing touch, control, and overall court awareness
The session wraps up with **guided point play**, giving you the chance to apply your new skills in real-game scenarios with feedback from the coach.
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📍 **Location:** Miles Nadal JCC — 750 Spadina Ave. (enter through Spadina doors)
👥 **Format:** Small-group instruction with personalized coaching
🎾 **Equipment:** Paddles and balls provided (or bring your own)
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📅 **Registration Required in Advance**
RSVP’ing on Meetup does **not** reserve your spot.
👉 **[Register here](https://app.amilia.com/store/en/miles-nadal-jcc/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=b3dAeLd)**
☎️ Or call **416-924-6211**
Spaces are limited to ensure quality instruction — register early!
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🧡 **Why Join?**
• Focused coaching on the most important part of the game
• A supportive environment to refine skills and build confidence
• Perfect preparation for drop-ins, leagues, or competitive play
If you’re ready to take your pickleball beyond the basics and feel more in control at the net, this clinic is for you!
Winter Walk Finch West Return Via G Ross Lord Park
10.5 km winter walk at 4 km per hour pace (or faster by consensus) We walk East along Finch Corridor Trail to G Ross Lord park. Sunday March 08, 2026, 12 PM to 4 PM.
1 PM Meet at Finch West Station
1 PM to 2 PM: Dine at Caribbean Heat, 1300 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M3J 3K2, [(416) 739-6600](https://www.google.com/search?q=caribbean+heat&rlz=1C1RXMK_enCA1182CA1182&ie=UTF-8&lqi=Cg5jYXJpYmJlYW4gaGVhdCIDiAEBSOTXyMnlgICACFoYEAAQARgAGAEiDmNhcmliYmVhbiBoZWF0kgEUY2FyaWJiZWFuX3Jlc3RhdXJhbnQ#), Menu: [caribbeanheat.ca](http://caribbeanheat.ca/)
2 PM to 5 PM: walk East along Finch Corridor Trail to G Ross Lord park. Return to Finch West Station.
Route Map with GPX download:
https://www.komoot.com/tour/2774816588
Wear loose fitting winter clothing: coat, hat, gloves, snow pants, thick socks, waterproof thermal lined boots with non slip soles. If necessary put warmers in your gloves and boots. Bring water.
Chris 647 453 3327
Drop-In Pickleball (2.75+) – $18/1.5hrs – Register to Secure Your Spot!
**Drop-In Pickleball at the Miles Nadal JCC**
Come play one of the fastest-growing sports in North America — right in the heart of the Annex!
Join us for friendly, active Pickleball at the Miles Nadal JCC, just steps from Spadina Station. It’s a great way to stay active, meet new people, and have some fun!
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**🏓 Event Details:**
**Location:** 750 Spadina Ave. (enter through the Spadina doors)
**Check-In:** Stop by security and check in at the front desk when you arrive.
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**🏓 Registration & Payment (Required in Advance):**
**RSVP on Meetup does *not* reserve your spot.**
To participate in Drop-In Play, you must register and pay in advance via our registration system.
👉 **[Register online](https://app.amilia.com/store/en/miles-nadal-jcc/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=xYXzRdJ)**
📞 Or register by phone: 416-924-6211
Space is limited to **18 players** on a first-come, first-served basis. Once full, no additional participants can be accommodated.
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**🏓 Other Info:**
* Paddles and balls are available for loan at the front desk with a **$20 cash deposit and valid ID**
* This session is intended for **intermediate players and above** — participants should have a solid understanding of Pickleball rules, scoring, and gameplay, and be comfortable with consistent rallies and court positioning
* Courts are rotated regularly so everyone gets a chance to play
* Welcoming, inclusive environment
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Come ready to rally, socialize, and have a great time on the court. We can’t wait to see you there!
Drop-In Pickleball (2.5+) – $18/1.5hrs – Register to Secure Your Spot!
**Drop-In Pickleball at the Miles Nadal JCC**
Come play one of the fastest-growing sports in North America — right in the heart of the Annex!
Join us for friendly, active Pickleball at the Miles Nadal JCC, just steps from Spadina Station. It’s a great way to stay active, meet new people, and have some fun!
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**🏓 Event Details:**
**Location:** 750 Spadina Ave. (enter through the Spadina doors)
**Check-In:** Stop by security and check in at the front desk when you arrive.
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**🏓 Registration & Payment (Required in Advance):**
**RSVP on Meetup does *not* reserve your spot.**
To participate in Drop-In Play, you must register and pay in advance via our registration system.
👉 [Register online](https://app.amilia.com/store/en/miles-nadal-jcc/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=x9wV9dB)
📞 Or register by phone: 416-924-6211 ext. 0
Space is limited to **18 players** on a first-come, first-served basis. Once full, no additional participants can be accommodated.
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**🏓 Other Info:**
* Paddles and balls are available for loan at the front desk with a **$20 cash deposit and valid ID**
* This session is intended for **novice players and above** — participants should know basic rules and scoring
* Courts are rotated regularly so everyone gets a chance to play
* Welcoming, inclusive environment
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Come ready to rally, socialize, and have a great time on the court. We can’t wait to see you there!
💃 Zumba with Intention
Move. Sweat. Smile. Repeat.
This is a fun, high-energy Zumba class designed for real people — not performers, not fitness models, just humans who want to move, feel good, and leave happier than they arrived.
Expect:
Easy-to-follow Zumba routines
Great music (Latin + global vibes)
A welcoming, judgment-free space
A workout that feels like a party (but still burns calories 😉)
No dance experience needed.
No pressure to “get it right.”
Just show up and move.
Followed by yoga for 45 mins.
Sweat first, snacks after. If you’re free, we may head to a nearby spot to eat together.
Class fee: $5 (helps cover space and music). Email money transfer to: monasalahuddin@hotmail.com
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Badminton Enthusiast
This group is for badminton enthusiasts who are passionate about exploring the connections between metabolism, energy, and exercise. We are welcome beginner plus, intermediate and advance level players looking to improve your skill or a seasoned player seeking to optimize your performance on the court, this group is for you! Join us for friendly games. This badminton session is a weekly event and it is followed with dinner together but it is optional. Since we have 3 courts and allowed the maximum of 24 players so that everyone signs up for this event will be placed on waiting list FIRST then will be moved to the joining list on WEDNESDAY MORNING.
Court fee: It will be informed at the comment section by 4pm. Cost per person is either $162 (for 3 courts) divided by the number of players attended OR $108 (for 2 courts) divided by the number of players attended. My email address will be provided at that time for etransfer.
9AM Sunday Morning Badminton @ CA Badminton
Cost: $16 per person (includes feather birdies). Plastic birdies are available upon request.
Payment: Cash is preferred and should be made before playing.
E-Transfer (EMT) or debit card payments are accepted (plus applicable taxes).
Time: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
1370 Birchmount Rd, Unit #6
(Closest intersection: Birchmount Rd & Lawrence Ave)
Requirements:
Racquets: Bring your own racquet. Rentals are available at the club if needed.
Shoes: Please bring indoor gym shoes and change into them at the club before entering the courts.
Winter Reminder: Ensure you change into court shoes before stepping onto the courts during the winter months.
Rules and Guidelines:
No outside food is allowed.
This meetup is open to players of all skill levels (beginner to advanced).
The primary purpose is to play friendly doubles games.
This event is not intended for singles matches or formal training sessions.
Attendance is capped based on court availability. Waitlisted participants may be moved to the confirmed list as space allows, with priority given to regular attendees and those with reliable RSVP history.
No Drop-ins: Only individuals on the confirmed “Going” list are allowed to attend. Unregistered participants will be asked to leave.
Cancellation Policy:
Please cancel at least 48 hours in advance if you cannot attend. Failure to do so will result in being marked as a no-show. Repeated no-shows may lead to removal from future “Going” lists.
Brunch Club: Make New Friends
⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**Join the Toronto City Brunch Club and make new friends!**
Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit.
👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan.
**Why this works:**
\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier.
\* Discover new restaurants in your city, together.
\* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe.
\* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards.
**Note:**
RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder.
This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
🦋🏛️ DANFORTH WALK, BUTTERFLY MURAL & GREEK LUNCH🏛️🦋
**DANFORTH WALK, BUTTERFLY MURAL & GREEK LUNCH️**
Street Culture, Public Art & A Proper Greek Feast
There’s something about the Danforth that feels like old-school Toronto in the best possible way — vibrant, layered, proudly local, and full of stories.
Join us for a social walk along one of the city’s most iconic stretches: **Danforth Avenue**. As we stroll west toward downtown, we’ll pass lively patios, long-standing family restaurants, cozy cafés, independent shops, and the everyday rhythm of a neighbourhood that has shaped Toronto’s cultural identity for generations.
This area is famously home to the annual **Taste of the Danforth**, one of the largest street festivals in the city — and historically, it was once home to the largest Greek community outside of Greece. You feel that history in the bakeries, the signage, the music drifting from open doors.
It’s not just a walk.
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t’s a little slice of Toronto heritage — experienced together.
**Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group** – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t)
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The Butterfly Mural Stop
Along the way, we’ll stop at the Butterfly Mural, sponsored by the **David Suzuki Foundation** as part of The Great Canadian Butterflyway Project.
It’s bold, colourful, and rooted in environmental awareness — a reminder that even in the middle of the city, we are connected to something larger. We’ll pause, take photos, chat, and enjoy a little moment of art-meets-nature in urban Toronto.
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️ Greek Lunch at a Danforth Institution
After our walk, we’ll sit down for lunch at the historic **Astoria Shish Kebob House**, one of the most well-known Greek restaurants in the city.
Expect:
Classic souvlaki
Lemon potatoes
Fresh Greek salad
Big, generous comfort food energy
Menu: Click Here!
Nothing bonds people like sharing a table and passing the tzatziki.
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♂️ What to Expect
We’ll walk at a relaxed, social pace — stopping to observe, chat, and enjoy the neighbourhood. The route will take us toward Danforth & Chester.
You’re welcome to leave at any time.
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❄️ Weather & Commitment
Please don’t sign up if you’re not ready to walk in real winter conditions. This event happens rain, snow, or classic Toronto wind.
The only exception: if temperatures reach -20°C, the event will be canceled.
Bundle up — this one is for the walkers. ❄️
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Meetup Details
Meetup Location: Outside the station (exact station noted in event listing)
I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
❗ I will only wait 5 minutes
Please arrive on time so we can begin together.
End Location: Danforth & Chester
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Meetup Fee
️ **Meetup Fee:** $5 cash in person **or** e-transfer to
\*\*[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**](http://mathewmaclean@hotmail.com%2A%2A/)
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community!
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What to Bring
* Water
* Good winter boots
* Gloves & hat
* Something warm to drink
* A small snack (optional)
Layers are your best friend.
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Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether you’re single or not.
We also host:
Movies
Walks & hikes
Arts & culture
️ Restaurant outings
…and lots of welcoming, low-pressure community gatherings.
You’re always welcome.
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REMEMBER: You can just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes life happens and plans may need to shift — please keep an eye out for updates.
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Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)
Come for the culture.
Stay for the conversation.
Leave full — in more ways than one.
The Danforth has heart. Let’s go feel it together. ️✨
Dinner with Friends Gratitude Party! (Cocktails and Conversations) (March 8th)
Hello everyone,
I'd like to invite you out to our **Dinner with Friends Gratitude Party!**
-Reserved seating, friendly people, good conversation and great food awaits!
So please plan to join us if you can :)
\*Joined by my other groups too; so we can anticipate a fantastic evening
**Time: 6:30 p.m. -9:30 p.m.**
**Location:** La Carnita - Good Fortune Bar (Main Floor)
**Address:** 130 Eglinton Ave. Toronto, ON M4P 2X9
Event Details Bellow:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
Event Details:
**Dinner with Friends Gratitude Party! (Dinner, Cocktails and Conversations) (March 8th)**
-The great thing about this dinner party is you're free to move around to different tables and meet the other members too throughout the evening
**Dinner Party Topics** may include but not limited too: Travel, Culture, Spirituality, Relationships, Modern Dating, Work/Life balance, A.I., Life before or after Marriage, Art, Technology, Economy, Music, Movies, Sports, Fashion, Hobbies, Books, Psychology, Philosophy, the Future, History, Pop Culture, Theatre, etc.)
**Arrival Time:**
\*Join us any time between 6:30 pm and 7:15 pm (if you can) for a fun and highly interactive evening as we get to know the members over dinner and great conversations (of your choice)
Event goes until roughly 9:30 pm
**Event Fee:**
5 dollars (cash only please) (HST included)
or in advance by e transfer to **[steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://steveflemming11@gmail.com/)**
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**Friendly Reminder:**
\*One beverage or appetizer minimum to support the venue- this is greatly appreciated :)
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**Parking Available:**
\*Plenty of free street parking on Eglinton and (Residential area south/east of venue for free)
**Close to Subway Station:**
\*Also right beside the Yonge/Eglinton subway station :)
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Quarterly Goals Reset for Product Professionals
One of the most valuable parts of this community is the opportunity to think out loud with other product professionals. This session is built for exactly that.
As we wrap up the quarter, it’s a great time to pause and reflect. What’s on track? What needs adjustment? Where could a small shift create bigger impact?
Join fellow product professionals for a focused, interactive conversation designed to help you recalibrate for the next quarter. You’ll have the opportunity to share where you are, hear how others are thinking through similar challenges, and gain fresh perspective you can bring back to your team and organization.
We’ll gather at 8:00AM, with discussion starting promptly at 8:15AM.
📍 First Watch - 7227 N High St
Located in: The Shops at Worthington
Ample parking is available.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Start your morning with clarity and connection — we hope to see you there! ☀️
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (2nd Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
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Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'!
Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life.
Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio.
Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision.
Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge.
Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).
Making Moves: Small-Group Coaching for Women in Product
## Hey Columbus WIP peeps!
## Are you ready for an event that actually gives you what you asked for??
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**A Small-group coaching conversations for women in product navigating growth, leadership, and career decisions.**
**March 10 \| 5:30–8:00 PM**
**Rev1 -- NEW SPACE**
**330 Rush Alley #100**
**Parking Options:**
• **Rev1 at The Peninsula**
• **Starling St. Garage South** – 377 W. Capital St.
• **LAZ Parking (COSI)** – 50 Belle St.
• **LAZ Parking Limited** – 375 W. State St.
• **Veterans Memorial Lot** – 300 W. Broad St.
• **Metered Street Parking**
**What moves are you making?**
A promotion you’re working toward.
A role change you’re considering.
A bigger leadership opportunity.
A conversation that needs to happen.
A decision that’s been sitting in the back of your mind.
For our Q1 Women in Product Columbus event, we’re creating space to actually work through those moments.
**Making Moves** is an evening of focused, facilitated coaching conversations with experienced mentors from our local product community. This isn’t a panel. It’s not passive networking. It’s small-group dialogue designed to be thoughtful, practical, and worth your time.
Here’s how it will work:
• You’ll choose a topic that reflects what you’re navigating right now
• You’ll join a small coaching circle (5–7 participants)
• Each circle is led by a mentor who has lived experience in that area
• We’ll run two rounds so you can go deeper or explore a second conversation
### Coaching Topics:
• Communicating the Value of Your Work (or Team)
• Career Transitions & What’s Next
• Growing Into Leadership
• Staying Relevant as Technology (and AI) Changes
• Getting Alignment and Decisions from Leadership
Our goal is simple: you leave with clearer thinking, practical perspective, and at least one next step you feel confident about.
Space in each circle will be limited to keep conversations meaningful.
If this sounds like the kind of room you’ve been wanting to be in, we’d love to see you on March 10.
RSVP here! [https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event](https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event "https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event")
*And if you haven't joined the WIP group - do that too, would ya?!?!*
—
Your Columbus Chapter Leads -
Amber, Leah and Liz!
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (3rd Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. We meet in the bar in the room on the right (the cigar shop). You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
***
Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'!
Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life.
Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio.
Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision.
Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge.
Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (4th Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
Code Anywhere by Talking to your Phone
Drake Lundstrom is presenting:
Code Anywhere by Talking to your Phone
Abstract:
Have you heard the trend of people deploying code anywhere from checkout lines to doctors' offices? In this talk, you will learn how to talk to your phone and have an app on Azure to show your friend 5 minutes later. The basic DevOps tools you already know, plus a little bit of AI magic, are all you need!
If you want to follow along, the demo will be in Azure with GitHub Actions and GitHub Copilot, and you can have it set up on your phone by the end of the session. Just come in with an Azure account and a GitHub repo.
Join us for pizza, drinks, and networking @ Improving's office. Doors open at 5:45.



















