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**🔹Please fill in your details to confirm your attendance.** **[Confirm my attendance, click here](https://www.dopplerpages.com/dmktribe-BC897/HowtoGrowandMonetizeInstagramin2026)** **TALK: Mastering Attention: How to Grow and Monetize Instagram in 2026** **Description** In 2026, attention is the most valuable currency. If you don’t know how to capture it, you don’t exist. In this talk, Raúl Sebold — Digital Strategist specialized in the Attention Economy — will break down how Instagram really works today, and how professionals can use it to grow fast and attract clients. You will learn: * How to capture attention in the first 3 seconds * Why most content fails (even if it’s “good”) * The system to grow your audience consistently * How to turn content into authority and clients Raúl has grown from 300 to over 10,000 followers in just 90 days using his own method, focused on positioning and exponential growth. This is not theory. This is a practical system you can apply immediately. **About our speaker:** **Raúl Sebold** Raul helps professionals grow on Instagram and turn attention into authority and clients. He is the creator of an exponential growth system designed to accelerate results: one year of growth in just 90 days. His approach blends strategy, content, and positioning to help entrepreneurs and experts build a strong and profitable digital presence. ***We look forward to seeing you there 💙!*** **Sponsors:** **MOB** Makers of Barcelona, we strive every day to empower rebels and creative geniuses to innovate, make connections and have fun in the process. We do so by providing them with a space to call home, a community to grow with and skills to match their ambitions. We envision a world where everyone is empowered to innovate, creativity is celebrated and technology fosters equality. 💙**Please register only if you genuinely intend to attend.** If, for any reason, you are unable to make it, please cancel your registration as soon as possible to allow those on the waiting list to take your place and enjoy the event. **We truly appreciate your understanding and support in being part of our community**💙 ***There's no cost to attend, but your voluntary donation helps us keep these valuable events happening! Your contributions make a real difference in supporting our community.*** **Join our channels:** **WhatsApp:**[ I’d like to be part of the WhatsApp group](https://www.dopplerpages.com/dmktribe-BC897/joinusourwhatsappgroups) Please complete this form to join the group. You’ll be added to the WhatsApp group shortly afterwards. **Instagram:** [@dmktribebcn](https://www.instagram.com/dmktribebcn/?hl=en) **LinkedIn: [DMK Tribe](https://www.linkedin.com/company/dmktribe/?viewAsMember=true)** [💙](https://www.linkedin.com/company/dmktribe/?viewAsMember=true) **LinkedIn Group:** [Digital Marketing Group Lisbon](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9249844/) **Telegram: [Group 🙌](https://t.me/+YrJYhbXrDDYwYjg0)** **🤝 Register on our platform:** **🔗 [https://dmktribe.com/be-a-member/](https://dmktribe.com/be-a-member/)📝👥** **🌍 About DMK Tribe** **DMK Tribe** is an international community of marketers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and curious minds who believe in the power of genuine human connection. With two inspiring years of growth behind us in Lisbon, Barcelona, Cascais, and Milan, our journey of expanding reach and impact continues. Our mission is to empower professionals and businesses through authentic connections, continuous learning, and purposeful collaboration. With over **6.700 active members**, we organise regular events, workshops, and masterminds focused on digital marketing trends, personal branding, content creation, AI, and entrepreneurship. We’re more than a network – we’re a movement of value-driven professionals building lasting impact. ***We're a global community of marketing professionals united by our values*** ❤️ Love \| 🤝 Caring \| 🎁 Serving \| 📚 Learning \| 🌍 Inclusion

*Las charlas se darán en inglés.* Meet us for a new **Elastic meetup at Trainline office**! Doors open at 18:30 and the presentations begin around 18:45. Networking and 🍕🍺 to follow. We wrap up around 20:45. ¡Nos encantaría que te unieras! **Address:** Trainline office, Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 613, L'Eixample, 08007 Barcelona The office is on floor 7. **Agenda:** 18:30 Doors open 18:45 **Talk #1 Search: the new era is here by [Agustina Ruidiaz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/agusruidiaz/)** \- Software Engineer I at Elastic Abstract: Search is not just traditional TF/IDF any more but the current trend of machine learning and models has opened another dimension for search. This talk gives an overview of: * "Classic" search and its limitations * What is a model and how can you use it * How to use vector search or hybrid search in Elasticsearch * Where OpenAI's ChatGPT or similar LLMs come into play to with Elastic 19:15 Q&A + Short break 19:30 **Talk #2 OpenTelemetry for Browsers** **by [David Luna](https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlunabistuer/)** \- Principal Software Engineer at Elastic Abstract: In this talk, we will showcase how to instrument a web application using the OpenTelemetry JavaScript SDKs available in upstream repositories and then visualize the data in Kibana. We will also use Elastic's distribution for instrumentation to see how it reduces the burden of starting with OpenTelemetry. Finally, we will overview the current status of observability in the browser and the challenges that the Browser SIG is facing. 20:00 Q&A 20:15 Networking with pizza and drinks 20:45 Wrap up Thank you Trainline for hosting us! If you’re a longtime Elastic user or just starting your journey, this is the perfect opportunity to share ideas, meet new people, and get inspired. Invite your friends and RSVP on this page! **⚡️ Interested in giving a talk? ⚡️** Have you ever considered presenting on your Elastic use case? We welcome 5-10 minute lightning talks, 45-minute deep dives, and everything in between. If you're interested, please submit via our [CFP](https://sessionize.com/elastic-meetups/) or send us an email at [meetups@elastic.co](http://meetups@elastic.co./)

¡Hola! Somos un grupo de personas apasionadas por el baloncesto que entrenamos todos los miércoles a las 19:00 h. Si te interesa unirte, ¡puedes venir a probar una clase gratis! 😄 Las sesiones están orientadas tanto al desarrollo individual como al trabajo en equipo, con ejercicios técnicos, tácticos y físicos adaptados al nivel de cada jugador/a. Siempre cerramos con un buen rato de partido para aplicar lo aprendido y disfrutar del juego en equipo. 🎯 Objetivo: mejorar, aprender y pasarlo bien en un ambiente sano, motivador y con buena energía. 📍 Lugar: Colegio Dinamis Barcelona, Travessera de Gracia 419 🕗 Día y hora: Miércoles a las 19:00 h 👤 Nivel: Todos los niveles son bienvenidos 🎁 Clase de prueba gratuita 👉 Si tienes dudas o quieres más info, puedes escribirme directamente al +34650752223 o búscanos en insta: @tripleamenazabcn ¡Te esperamos para compartir este hermoso deporte con energía y compañerismo! 💥🏀

**Join Us for a Product Design Networking Meetup at Barcelona!** Are you passionate about product design? Looking to connect with fellow designers, share ideas, and showcase your latest work? Then this is the event for you! Enjoy a relaxed evening of networking with some minds in the industry while sipping on craft beers from Brewdog. Whether you're an experienced product or design person or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to exchange ideas, find inspiration, and build valuable connections. Come prepared to share! Join our WhatsApp Group at: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LwFwk4uQTLw526t9mNdMtG](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LwFwk4uQTLw526t9mNdMtG)

Prueba gratis una sesión!!!! Te permitirá participar, probar y disfrutar con nosotros de una sesión grupal de entrenamiento al aire libre. Y si te interesa unirte a nosotros por 50€ al mes tienes acceso a todas nuestras sesiones presenciales y online más un estudio de nutrición totalmente personalizado valorado en 100 € incluido en la cuota mensual sin coste alguno!!! Seguro que tu al igual que nosotros valoras muchísimo en estos momentos el cuidarte de manera segura, con nosotros lo lograrás! Como serán éstas sesiones?? Si bien son sesiones grupales, como te realizaremos un estudio de nutrición totalmente personalizado, tendremos todo tu historial de necesidades y objetivos, con lo cual nos permitirá realizar correcciones dentro de la clase de grupo. Que necesitas traer?? Una esterilla, ropa cómoda para hacer ejercicio y agua. Qué trabajaremos? Ejercicios funcionales combinados con ejercicios de cardio, movilidad y equilibrio. Como reservo mi plaza?? Entra en el siguiente enlace: https://www.silvanavigo.com/entrenamiento-grupal-al-aire-libre/ Consultas Silvana Vigo 630635871

Join us monthly for a creative gathering of designers, design researchers, and AI innovators. This networking event unites professionals passionate about user experience, design methodologies, research insights, and AI-powered design tools to share knowledge, exchange perspectives, and build meaningful connections. Our collaborative atmosphere offers an ideal space to discuss design challenges, explore research methodologies, and discover how AI is transforming the design landscape. Whether you're looking to expand your professional circle, gain insights on emerging design practices, or explore the intersection of human-centered design and artificial intelligence, this monthly meetup is your creative hub. Expect inspiring conversations, practical insights, and opportunities to connect with fellow design professionals who are pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible through thoughtful design, rigorous research, and innovative AI applications.

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**LA INSCRIPCION A ESTE EVENTO SE REALIZA EXCLUSIVAMENTE EN ESTE LINK -> https://www.eventbrite.es/e/sant-jordi-data-fest-2026-tickets-1985847694913** Talento técnico + Sant Jordi = stand de firma de libros en Power BI & Fabric BCN. ¡Juntamos a quienes escriben y quienes leen! Este es un **evento único PRESENCIAL en Barcelona** que no te puedes perder. Unimos nuestras dos pasiones en un único evento: la pasión por los datos y la pasión por aprender y la lectura típicas de la Diada de Sant Jordi. En este evento tendremos 3 tracks de sesiones con grandes expertos de Power BI & Fabric que nos mostrarán las mejores prácticas y las últimas novedades de nuestras soluciones de analítica de datos preferidas. A la vez, dispondremos de un stand de firmas donde podrás conseguir que aclamados autores de libros de Analítica de Datos e IA te dediquen tu ejemplar comprado. ¿Qué más se puede pedir? Puedes conseguir tu entrada en: https://www.eventbrite.es/e/sant-jordi-data-fest-2026-tickets-1985847694913 ¡Os esperamos! Podéis ganar libros firmados por los autores más destacados del momento en el mundo de los datos

♻️ April 23 \| 16:00–20:00 — Second\-Hand Book Market & Swap celebrating Sant Jordi On a day when the streets fill with books and flowers, we invite you to a cozy book market at Hot Spot — a place where every story finds a new reader. It’s the perfect opportunity to declutter your home library, sell books you’ve already read, or discover something special for your shelves. And of course, to spend the evening in a warm, festive atmosphere full of inspiration and connection. **HOW TO JOIN:** — reserve a table for €10 and sell your books — or come as a guest — free entry **BOOK SWAP:** A dedicated table for free book exchange — bring books you’ve read and find new stories at no cost. **WHAT TO EXPECT:** — book market with individual sellers — free book swap zone — flowers, chocolate, and small gifts — kids’ corner — a warm, festive atmosphere **HOW TO JOIN:** — free entry for visitors — €10 participation fee for sellers (book your table by WhatsApp https://wa.me/34674966446) Spend the day the way it’s meant to be in Barcelona — with a book in hand and a light festive mood 💛 ADDRESS: c/Pere IV, 192, Hot Spot For more details: WhatsApp https://wa.me/34674966446 Instagram: www.instagram.com/hotspotdizclub

#9 - Jam!! - Analog Jam Sessions Barcelona @ Bridge 48 Español / Català / English ANALOG DAY @ BRIDGE 48 🆓 FREE from 18:00 to 20:00 Two floors of live electronic music: 🎹 OPEN JAM 🎧 LIVE HARDWARE SETS OPEN JAM Line up? You! Live sonic experimentation using hardware, acoustic and electric instruments. Whether you're a seasoned modular wizard, a drum machine enthusiast, or just curious to explore live hardware performance, you're invited. This is a space for sonic experimentation, collaboration, and connection — plug and play. Bring MIDI cables and audio cables. Remember: NO COMPUTERS UNLESS YOU ARE ROUTING SOMETHING THROUGH IT OR PLAYING SINGLE HITS. NO LOOPS. NO FULL SONGS. Let's Jam!! LIVE HARDWARE SETS 0X00f + Kiprop SYSX CIRCO PARAISO SMAUDD MONUMENT_LINE Live analogue and digital hardware sets. 📅 Thursday, April 23rd ⏰ 18:00 - 22:30 📍 Bridge 48, Carrer de Llull 48, Poble Nou, Barcelona *** ANALOG DAY @ BRIDGE 48 🆓 GRATIS de 18:00 a 20:00 Dos espacios de música electrónica en vivo: 🎹 JAM ABIERTO 🎧 LIVE HARDWARE SETS JAM ABIERTO ¿Line up? ¡Tú! Experimentación sónica en vivo usando hardware, instrumentos acústicos y eléctricos. Ya seas un mago modular experimentado, un entusiasta de las cajas de ritmos, o simplemente tengas curiosidad por explorar la interpretación en vivo con hardware, estás invitado. Este es un espacio para la experimentación sónica, la colaboración y la conexión — conecta y toca. Trae cables MIDI, cables de audio. Recuerda: NO ORDENADORES A MENOS QUE LO USES PARA ENRUTAR O TOCAR SAMPLES INDIVIDUALES. NO LOOPS. NO CANCIONES COMPLETAS. ¡Vamos a improvisar! LIVE HARDWARE SETS 0X00f + Kiprop SYSX CIRCO PARAISO SMAUDD MONUMENT_LINE Sets de hardware analógico y digital en vivo. 📅 Jueves 23 de abril ⏰ 18:00 - 22:30 📍 Bridge 48, Carrer de Llull 48, Poble Nou, Barcelona *** ANALOG DAY @ BRIDGE 48 🆓 GRATIS de 18:00 a 20:00 Dos espais de música electrònica en directe: 🎹 JAM OBERT 🎧 LIVE HARDWARE SETS JAM OBERT Line up? Tu! Experimentació sònica en directe amb maquinari, instruments acústics i elèctrics. Siguis un expert en modulars, un entusiasta de les caixes de ritmes, o simplement tinguis curiositat per explorar la interpretació amb maquinari en directe, estàs convidat. Aquest és un espai per a l'experimentació sonora, la col·laboració i la connexió — endolla i toca. Porta cables MIDI, cables d'àudio. Recorda: NO ORDINADORS LLEVAT QUE L'USIS PER ENRUTAR O TOCAR SAMPLES INDIVIDUALS. NO LOOPS. NO CANÇONS COMPLETES. Anem a improvisar! LIVE HARDWARE SETS 0X00f + Kiprop SYSX CIRCO PARAISO SMAUDD MONUMENT_LINE Sets de maquinari analògic i digital en directe. 📅 Dijous 23 d'abril ⏰ 18:00 - 22:30 📍 Bridge 48, Carrer de Llull 48, Poble Nou, Barcelona *** Questions? Ask in our Telegram group: https://t.me/JamAnalogJamSessions ¿Preguntas? Pregunta en nuestro grupo de Telegram: https://t.me/JamAnalogJamSessions Dubtes? Pregunta al nostre grup de Telegram: https://t.me/JamAnalogJamSessions ●●●●●●●●●●●●●● The Analog Jam Sessions started in Berlin 15 years ago. Our Berlin Meetup group with over 1,000 members: https://www.meetup.com/Analog-Jam-Sessions-Berlin/ Our London Meetup group with 100 members: https://www.meetup.com/jam-analog-jam-sessions-london/ Our Barcelona Meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/jam-analog-jam-sessions-barcelona/ Photos and videos on: https://www.instagram.com/analogjamsessions Website: https://analogjamsessions.com/ Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/analogjamsessions ●●●●●●●●●●●●● WE LISTEN TO EACH OTHER: No one's trying to solo synthesisers all night. We value this opportunity to play together and are willing to adapt, let go, and give each other space to shine. WE ONLY HAVE ONE LIFE: one audio input, one electrical outlet, and one MIDI output. Bring your own cables, extension cords, MIDI-to-CV converters, and everything else you need to make this set work. WE KNOW HOW TO USE A MIXER: And we will. Our sounds blend harmoniously most of the time, and when they don't, it's on purpose. WE DON'T USE COMPUTERS: This is an analogue session. Bring your computer only if you're going to route something through it or play single hits.

[Únete a nuestro grupo de Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DUg0NDBb4IhG50CVm9gDiW?mode=gi_t) ## 👑 LOS REYES DEL FLOW *No es un evento. No es una fiesta.* Es un juego social donde el carisma, la actitud y la conexión lo son todo. **“Los Reyes del Flow”** es una experiencia inmersiva donde desconocidos se convierten en protagonistas de una historia social única. Aquí no vienes a mirar… vienes a jugar, interactuar y destacar. Durante la dinámica, entrarás en un entorno diseñado para que las personas se conozcan de forma natural, divertida y sin forzar conversaciones incómodas. A través de retos sociales, dinámicas en grupo y momentos de interacción guiada, ***descubrirás quién tiene verdadero flow*…** ### 🔥 ¿Qué vas a vivir? * Dinámicas sociales en grupo *nuevas* * Retos de comunicación y carisma * Momentos de interacción espontánea * Juego social con roles y protagonismo * Conexiones reales con personas nuevas ### 👑 ¿Para quién es? Para personas que quieren: * Salir de la rutina social * Conocer gente de forma diferente * Reír, interactuar y reconectar con lo social * Vivir una experiencia más allá del típico “quedamos para tomar algo” ### ⚡ Importante No necesitas experiencia previa, solo actitud y ganas de participar. Aquí no gana el más fuerte… gana el que mejor fluye. 🏆 Al final del evento votaremos a los participantes que mejor hayan fluido y conectado durante la experiencia, coronando a los verdaderos **Reyes del Flow**, con un **regalo especial para ellos. (Quien quiera vamos a cenar todos juntos al terminar )**

**¿Cómo aparece tu web cuando alguien pregunta a ChatGPT, Perplexity o Google Gemini? El SEO tradicional nos enseñó a conquistar los 10 enlaces azules, pero el juego está cambiando.** Cada vez más usuarios buscan respuestas directamente en IAs que no muestran listas de resultados, sino una única respuesta. Bienvenidos a la era del GEO: Generative Engine Optimization. En esta charla veremos qué criterios usan los motores generativos para elegir qué fuentes citar y tácticas prácticas para WordPress: cómo estructurar contenido «citable», la importancia del E-E-A-T y Schema Markup. Porque el futuro no es solo aparecer en los resultados: es ser LA respuesta.

**(CAST a continuación 🍃ENGLISH below)** Per avui… un cim imprescindible: el **Matagalls**, al cor del Parc Natural del Montseny i un dels més estimats de Catalunya. Sortint des de **Collformic**, farem una preciosa ruta circular de **11km i 590m de desnivell**, que ens farà gaudir d’un dia d’autèntica muntanya entre corriols i prats florits, fins arribar al punt més alt d’aquest indret privilegiat. Pujar el Matagalls **a la primavera** i descobrir els seus racons, amb vistes **360º**, és sempre una experiència inoblidable. **T’hi esperem!** ℹ️ **Detalls pràctics:** * **Preu:** 20€ excursió + 13€ cotxe (es paga directament al conductor/a) = **Total: 33€** * **Inclou:** guiatge per guia titulat, assegurança d'accidents + responsabilitat civil. * **Targeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutes... **1 gratuïta!** 🥪 Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta * Mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya * Roba en capes (adaptable al temps) * Bastons opcionals ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! 📲 Segueix-nos i estigues al dia! * 📷 Al nostre Insta 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 a Can Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 **i uneix-te al 👉 [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) 👈** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **⛰️ CASTELLANO 📷** Por hoy… un **cima imprescindible**: el **Matagalls**, en el corazón del Parque Natural del Montseny y uno de los más queridos de Cataluña. Saliendo desde **Collformic**, realizaremos una preciosa ruta circular de **11 km y 580 m de desnivel**, que nos permitirá disfrutar de un auténtico día de montaña entre senderos y prados floridos, hasta alcanzar el punto más alto de este enclave privilegiado. Subir al Matagalls **en primavera** y descubrir sus rincones, con **vistas de 360º**, es siempre una experiencia inolvidable. **¡Te esperamos!** ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 20€ excursión + 13€ coche (se paga directamente al conductor/a) = **Total: 33€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! 🥪 **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta * Mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Ropa por capas (para adaptarnos al clima) * Bastones (opcionales) ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! 📲 **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * 📷 En Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 En Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Y únete al **👉 [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌱 **ENGLISH** 🐞 Today’s plan… a **must-do peak**: **Matagalls**, set in the heart of the Montseny Natural Park and one of Catalonia’s most loved summits. Starting from **Collformic**, we’ll follow a beautiful **11 km circular hike with 580 m of elevation gain**, enjoying a true mountain day along winding trails and spring-filled meadows, all the way to the highest point of this stunning area. Climbing Matagalls **in spring**, taking in its hidden corners and **360º panoramic views**, is always an unforgettable experience. **Come and join us!** ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €20 for the hike + €13 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €33** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * **Nature Connect Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! 🥪 **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch * At least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Layered clothing (weather can change!) * Trekking poles (optional) ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. Thanks for your understanding! 📲 **Stay connected:** * 📷 On Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 On Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Join our **👉 [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** to stay updated on upcoming outings **For more info, feel free to contact me** (preferably via WhatsApp) ☎️ **+34 609 309 797 (Jordi)** 🦗

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

Have a small business? Ever wish you could just ask some questions around how to grow your business, get more customers or just know what the freak you are doing with sales? Now is your chance!! Every month we are hosting the "Ask an Expert" at the Columbus Metro Library, Main campus. I will be there to answer your Sales related questions. Drop-in for sales coaching designed to help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals sharpen their sales approach. Whether you have questions on how to refine your pitch, are looking to close deals more quickly, or are working on building better client relationships, Smashing Your Sales Goals Coaches are here to help. Drop-in to get expert insights, actionable strategies and real-time solutions to grow your business and generate higher profits. Drop-In Sales Coaching is FREE + OPEN to the public. No appointment needed. First come, first served. EPIC Learning created. Accelerate Columbus supported.

Stop by the Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers’ (MGVs) table at the Farmers Market to pick up your free Veggie plant of the month to add (or start!) your vegetable garden. The little plants come with instructions and tips. Have other garden related questions? Bring your questions to one of the MGVs in the green shirts. ******************* Newark Grows 1st & 3rd Friday, May 1-Oct. 2 Our Booth at the Canal Farmers Market 4pm- 7pm 36 E. Canal Street, Newark JOIN US AT THE CANAL MARKET DISTRICT FARMERS MARKET IN NEWARK, May – October (First and third Fridays of the month) Free plants, seeds, and gardening information! May 1 Buttercrunch Lettuce May 15 Double Curled Parsley June 5 Mark Twain Tomato June 19 Aconcagua Elongated Sweet Pepper July 3 Market Closed for 4th of July Weekend July 17 Silver Slicer Cucumber August 7 Wizard Coleus August 21 German Thyme September 4 Sweet Bunch non heading Broccoli September 18 Strike Shell Pea October 2 Garlic No RSVP needed- just show up and enjoy the market! See you there!

**A Transformative Half-Day Event** Welcome to Confidence Lab, the ultimate experience designed to help you step into your most confident self. This half-day event is packed with actionable strategies, inspiring sessions, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals who are ready to invest in their personal and professional growth. Whether you’re looking to advance in your career, deepen your self-belief, or simply embrace new challenges, Confidence Lab is your starting point. **What You’ll Experience** **Your Confidence Lab ticket includes:** * **Engaging Speaker Sessions**: Learn from experts about harnessing confidence in your career, relationships, and everyday life. * **Interactive Experiences:** Participate in dynamic activities designed to help you step into your most confident self. * **In-Depth Audience Q&A:** Get direct insights from speakers as they answer your most pressing questions about building confidence and stepping into leadership. * **Networking Opportunities**: Connect with a supportive community of professionals and confidence enthusiasts. **2026 Speaker Sessions:** * **Seeing Clearly** Understand how you show up - and what’s been getting in the way. * **Confidence in Relationship** Communicate, navigate conflict, and build trust more effectively. * **Sustainable Agency** Learn how to lead without burning out. Your energy is part of the strategy. * **Confidence in Service** Align how you show up with the impact you actually want to have. **This Is For You If…** * You’re ready to take up more space in your work or life * You want to communicate with clarity and confidence * You’re stepping into (or preparing for) leadership * You’re done second-guessing yourself **Our Speakers** **Lachandra Baker** Founder of LBB Edutainment and the kind of person who makes you realize you’ve been confusing confidence with performance your whole life. Lachandra blends psychology, research, and radical humanity to help individuals and teams stop code-switching their way through the day and start showing up as someone they actually recognize. Expect to be challenged, affirmed, and genuinely seen - sometimes all in the same breath. **Annette Santiago Reyes** Annette has a rare talent: she makes the way you communicate feel like a discovery, not a critique. A connection catalyst and culture strategist, she helps people understand why they show up the way they do, and how to bridge the gap between intention and impact. Whether you're navigating change, life’s challenges, or simply trying to better understand yourself and others. Annette gives you the language and the lens to get there. **Elizabeth Wangugi** Creator of The Nap Concert and the RESTOR™ framework, Elizabeth is here to tell you that rest is not a reward - it’s a strategy. Rooted in neuroscience and restorative practice, her work helps high-achievers stop running on fumes and start leading from a place of actual capacity. If your calendar is full and your tank is empty, Elizabeth might be the most important person you hear from at Confidence Lab. **Stephanie Andrews** Founder of Social Black Butterfly Training & Consulting, Stephanie knows what it takes to lead through complexity because she’s done it across social services, healthcare, and operations. She specializes in succession strategy and leadership development, equipping leaders to build trust, navigate the hard moments, and leave something worth inheriting. Stephanie doesn’t just develop leaders. She develops the kind of leaders people actually want to follow. **Lillian Morales-Laster** SVP Human Resources Director at United Midwest Savings Bank and Executive Director of the Empowering Latinas Leadership Academy (ELLA). Lillian has spent her career combining her passion for equity and inclusion with her experience in human resources to lead teams and organizations in the development of supportive work environments. She leads with a vision of ensuring Latinas' voices are included in crucial decision-making processes, because for Lillian, ELLA is more than just a program. It's a vibrant community of hermanas supporting and uplifting each other as they navigate their paths to leadership. A Columbus Business First Community Champion and Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan, her commitment to empowering others shows up everywhere she goes. **Rachyl Kershaw** Founder of Greater Columbus Consulting and the architect behind the Confidence Lab Annual Summit, Rachyl has a gift for cutting through the noise, helping high-achievers stop performing success and start living it. She asks the questions most people are afraid to, creates space for honest reckoning, and somehow makes the hard work feel energizing. If you’ve ever wondered why doing everything right still feels like something’s missing, you’re in exactly the right room. **Why Confidence Lab?** Confidence is the foundation for success in every area of life. Whether you’re navigating a career change, launching a business, or striving for personal growth, building your confidence is the key to unlocking your higher purpose. This is your chance to invest in yourself and start living boldly. **Join Us on May 4** Confidence Lab is more than just an event - it’s a movement. Step into your power, embrace your potential, and make this the year you thrive. Secure your spot today and take the first step toward a more confident YOU. Cost should never be a barrier to growth. If you'd like to request a complimentary community ticket, reach out to us at [hello@confidencelab.org](hello@confidencelab.org), no explanation needed. Read more and see additional ticketing options at [https://confidencelab.org/](https://confidencelab.org/)

Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR - FLIGHTS N TACOS!!! Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Giant Eagle Grandview Yard Event Center! (upper level) **Plenty of free parking**. The event center is huge! Pics are in the comments. Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR!! – Flights n Tacos Let’s join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!) • Taco Bar • Margarita and Beer tasting • Complementary chips and salsa • Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase • Festive Band/Music Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar: Optional - For $15.00 per person you can also get 4 Margarita or beer) Get ready for a fun evening filled with live music, great conversation, and a lively crowd of 50+ singles and friends looking to mix, mingle, and enjoy the night. Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel the welcoming, social vibe. Enjoy happy hour at the bar until 6 PM, or take part in the special Cinco de Mayo experience featuring margarita flights and delicious Mexican bites. It’s the perfect setting to relax, meet new people, and celebrate in style. Our private upstairs space gives us plenty of room to connect, laugh, and enjoy the energy of the night. Come when you can, stay as long as you like — the best conversations (and the most fun!) tend to build as the evening goes on. No agenda — just great people, live music, and a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss!

**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