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Enjoy your time learning and practicing public speaking with Budapest Toastmasters! There is no need to speak or any previous experience in Public Speaking. --- 👉Keycode: 12, 3rd Floor. Please arrive by 6:20 PM, the meeting starts at 6:30 PM👉No registration or dress code is needed, the event is FREE.👉NOTE: We will have signs in the place so you can locate easily the Toastmasters Meeting room. --- Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our membership is 313,000 strong. Members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 14,650 clubs in 126 countries that make up our global network of meeting locations. The world needs leaders. Leaders head families, coach teams, run businesses, and mentor others. These leaders must not only accomplish but must also communicate. By regularly giving speeches, gaining feedback, leading teams, and guiding others to achieve their goals in a supportive atmosphere, leaders emerge from the Toastmasters program. Every Toastmaster's journey begins with a single speech. During their journey, they learn to tell their stories. They listen and answer. They plan and lead. They give feedback—and accept it. Through our community of learners, they find their path to leadership.

📍 Where: Hungary 🇭🇺 📅 When: May 18 -> May 25 📩 How to join: Feel free to contact me via Meetup chat or shoot me a DM on Instagram: pangolin_travel 📸 Hey everyone! 👋 Ready for an unforgettable road trip? 🚗✨ I'm organizing an adventure to explore the absolute best of Hungary's nature, lakes, and vibrant city vibes, and I'm looking for travel buddies to share the journey! 🚙💨 What to expect: 🌳🦇 This trip is the perfect mix of nature escapes and urban exploration. We will start our Monday by picking up our rental car in Budapest and hitting the road to discover the country's best-kept secrets. Having a car gives us total freedom to explore at our own pace and find the coolest hidden spots! 🌬️ We will hike through the beautiful, dense beech forests of the Bükk National Park 🌲 and explore the stunning volcanic hills overlooking Lake Balaton 🌋. Don't worry, you don't need to be a hiking pro! 🛑 The trails are intermediate, safe, and super rewarding. Depending on what the group feels like, we can also mix things up with some awesome optional experiences -> like joining a guided exploration of the hidden caves near the capital 🦇 or going for a chilled kayaking session on the lake 🛶. After all that nature, we will drive back to Budapest for an epic grand finale ✨. Expect an amazing balance of active days on the trail, scenic road trip drives, and relaxing our tired muscles in the famous historic thermal baths 🧖‍♂️. One of my favorite ways to end a day of exploring is finding a great spot to try new craft beers and traditional local food -> I am always on the hunt for a cold pint and good conversations at the Ruin Pubs! 🍻🍲 What is INCLUDED: ✅ 🏡 Accommodation: Top-rated social hostels to rest our legs, hang out, and meet great people! 🚗 Car Rental: Total freedom to reach national parks and lakes without train schedules. ⛽ Gas / Fuel: Covered for our whole road trip route. If you love active travels, sharing good vibes, and ending the day with a cold craft beer and lots of laughs, this adventure is for you! 🙌 Let’s go explore Hungary! 🇭🇺🔥📍 Where: Hungary 🇭🇺

Indítsd 2026-ot argentin tangóval! Nincs szükséged semmilyen előzetes tánctudásra, és egyedül vagy párban is jelentkezhetsz! Várunk szeretettel minden tangózni vágyót! Oktató: Szeghalmi Endre Kezdés: 2026. jan. 12., hétfő 20:00 – 21:00. Az órák minden hétfőn ugyanebben az időpontban folytatódnak. Helyszín: Roxy Stúdió, Tátra u. 4. Jelentkezés és további infók: A [www.tangolibre.hu/tango-tanfolyam/](http://www.tangolibre.hu/tango-tanfolyam/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbDFsUmtNd2dIQVpmSHY3TXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR50fTXksGSsXPYTo3IYigrZIXxtxdytBSer6v-jm9Y7HrcgPGLXn9R-dfaPCg_aem_0misiL79POQIY53C46m1Mw) oldalon találsz minden részletet, és itt tudsz regisztrálni. ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ Start 2026 with Argentine tango! No prior dance experience is required, and you can sign up either alone or with a partner. We warmly welcome everyone who would like to dance tango! Instructor: Endre Szeghalmi Start: Monday, January 12, 2026, 8:00–9:00 PM Classes will continue every Monday at the same time. Venue: Roxy Studio, Tátra u. 4. Registration and more information: [www.tangolibre.hu/en/tango-classes-for-totally-beginners/](http://www.tangolibre.hu/en/tango-classes-for-totally-beginners/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbDFsUmtNd2dIQVpmSHY3TXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR50fTXksGSsXPYTo3IYigrZIXxtxdytBSer6v-jm9Y7HrcgPGLXn9R-dfaPCg_aem_0misiL79POQIY53C46m1Mw)

El objetivo de este encuentro es romper el hielo, hablar de las historias que nos gusta escribir, de por qué escribimos, de los libros que nos gusta leer, de qué dificultades encontramos al enfrentarnos al folio en blanco y de qué esperamos del grupo. En definitiva, se trata de conocernos como personas para entendernos como escritores. No importa si has escrito diez novelas, cuatro cuentos o el precioso título de un poema sin versos. Aquí todo aspirante a juntaletras es bienvenido.

*Most online networking feels like a muted webinar. Most digital hangouts feel like chaotic small talk. We are here to do the opposite!* \-\-\- 👉 **STEP 1:** Register here on MeetUp 👉 **STEP 2:** Get your ticket on [Luma](https://luma.com/6tlaga8h) \-\-\- At the **Women’s Coffee Network**, we offer a non-traditional experience where you don't have to fight for your voice, perfect an elevator pitch, or navigate a room of strangers alone. We created this circle because **we don't believe in the hustle; we believe in the power of a steady anchor.** This is a facilitated experience, not just a meeting. We don’t just book a table; we curate a journey. Working with the precision of a designer and the empathy of a coach, we’ve built this soft sanctuary where **the superficial is skipped** and **the high-fidelity connection begins**. We're here to share personal stories and build professional alliances. **🌟** TOPIC FOR THIS EDITION ​Most professional environments demand a mask of constant performance, leaving little room for the realities of the human behind the title. In this special edition, we are opening the **Black Box** to address the strategic and personal topics the business world often ignores. First, we’ll look inward to reclaim our foundations, navigating the invisible life cycles and health transitions we face in silence. It's about choosing your own rhythm in a world that demands you go faster. We then shift to our impact on the system around us, exploring how our individual acts of grit create a ripple effect that changes the professional landscape for every woman at the table. ​ WHO IS THIS FOR? * 🎀 It's a **female-only community** because we have our unique way to express ourselves, struggles in the business world, and jokes only other women can understand. * 🎀 If the idea of a meetup with 50 people makes you want to stay home, this circle is for you! We gather in **small, intimate groups** — to meet enough new people to have a deep conversation, but not so many that you feel anxious or overwhelmed. * 🎀 Whether you are leading a corporation, building a creative empire, or navigating the quiet uncertainty of a career transition, you have a seat at our table. The **diversity of professional backgrounds** makes our circle special with shared wisdom. * 🎀 Our **soft-flow dialogue** ensures that no bravery is required to be heard. You don’t have to be the loudest in the room to be the most impactful. Here, your silence is respected, and your voice is gently invited. HOW TO JOIN US? 👉 **STEP 1:** Register here on MeetUp 👉 **STEP 2:** Get your ticket on [Luma](https://luma.com/6tlaga8h) 🔗 Link also pinned in the comments for easy mobile access. WHAT IS INCLUDED? The support fee for this edition is €15 (5,800 HUF), which includes: * ⚓️ 2 hours of expert-led facilitation and curated dialogue * ☕ Your first coffee or tea (so you can simply arrive and settle in) * 🏠 Exclusive access to our private Facebook community * 💜 Supporting our work to create steady anchors for professional women * 🎫 All platform and transaction fees are also included. **If you feel called to create real connection in Budapest within a female-only community, we can’t wait to welcome you.** 💜 👉 [To secure your spot, please register here](https://luma.com/6tlaga8h) \-\-\- \-\-\- Follow us on ​[LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/17220029/)\| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/womenscoffeenetwork/?hl=es) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/womenscoffeenetworkglobal) to see the atmosphere of our gatherings and get a daily dose of grounding.

Join us for a fun evening of beer tasting and networking with fellow Budapest ex-pats at our next meetup event! Whether you're new in town or a long-time resident, this is the perfect opportunity to connect. Our event will feature a variety of local and international brews for you to sample and discuss, while enjoying great conversations. Don't miss out on the chance to make new friends and discover new favorite beers at Beer People at Lázár utca 7. Come raise a glass with us at the Ex-Pat & English Language Meetup!

Join us on May 19, for livestreamed Google I/O keynotes, local presentations by rocks-star speakers from Google, Aliz, Zenitech, and a real hands-on workshop by the award winning educator and Google Developer Expert Muhammad Ahsan Ayaz (CodeWithAhsan.dev) at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). The Department of Automation and Applied Informatics at Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) and Google Developer Groups Budapest cordially invite all interested parties to join us for a collective viewing of Google I/O, preceded by domestic professional presentations and a real hands-on AI workshop. --- BUILD WITH AI WORKSHOP In the AI Workshop we will set up a working AI based Travel Agent solution using the Agent Development Kit (ADK) in Google Cloud.You'll learn: How to get started with Google's powerful Gemini CLI How to integrate MCP servers with Gemini CLI Creating API keys in AI Studio Getting started with Google ADK (Agent Development Kit) Providing tools to the AI Agent Using Google Search (Grounding) with the AI Agent Providing MCP tools (AirBnB MCP server) to the AI Agent as well By the end of the hands-on workshop, you'll have a working ADK agent that uses the AirBnB MCP server to help as a travel agent, and the powerful Gemini CLI which can be used for a plethora of usecases including coding, searching for information, understand code repositories, and more. --- GOOGLE IO EXTENDED During the live streams, over pizza and refreshments, we can discuss the upcoming strategies of the technology's leading player for the next period. Participation is free until the limit is reached, but registration is required.  --- A Budapesti Műszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem (BME) Automatizálási és Alkalmazott Informatikai Tanszéke és a Google Developer Groups Budapest szeretettel hív minden érdeklődőt egy közös Google I/O nézésre, és előtte pedig hazai szakmai előadásokra és egy hands-on AI workshop-ra. Az AI workshop során egy AI alapú Travel Agent alkalmazást fogunk felépíteni, az Agent Development Kit (ADK) és a Google Cloud segítségével. Az élő streamek során átbeszélgethetjük egy pizza és üdítő mellett a technológia meghatározó szereplőjének a következő időszakra várható stratégiáját. A részvétel a limit elérésééig ingyenes, de regisztrációhoz kötött.  --- Organizers: - Department of Automation and Applied Informatics at Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) - Google Developer Groups Budapest - GDG on Campus BME - GDG on Campus Eotvos Lorand University --- https://io.google/2026 Contact: io-extended-budapest@googlegroups.com Agenda 4:00 PM: Arrival, Registration 4:15 PM: Opening notes 4:20 PM: Gergely Major (Zenitech) A safe way to use AI 4:50 PM: Norbert Liki (Aliz) How is AI reshaping Google Cloud? What does this mean for developers? 5:10 PM: Antal Mihalyi (Google) 5:30 PM: Muhammad Ahsan Ayaz (Google Developer Expert) Hands-on AI workshop: Building a Simple Travel Agent with ADK and Gemini CLI 7:00 PM: Google keynote (live stream) Discover how Google are furthering their mission to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. --- Speakers Antal Mihályi - Google (Engineering Site Lead) Antal is the Engineering Site Lead at Google in Hungary. Muhammad Ahsan Ayaz - Scania Group (Googel Developer Expert | Software Architect | Author | Award winning Educator) Muhammad Ahsan Ayaz is a Google Developer Expert (GDE) in Angular and a seasoned Software Architect. He is a passionate open-source contributor, best known as the creator of the popular ngx-device-detector library and author of the "Angular Cookbook." Through his "Code with Ahsan" community, he shares his expertise in modern web development, AI, and productivity with thousands of developers wo… Norbert Liki - Aliz (CTO) Norbert is a self-motivated data scientist who is always in pursuit of new opportunities to develop himself. Throughout his career he haa been working closely together with business to solve problems with more and more advanced tools and techniques. His current focus is on cloud technologies and deep learning. Gergely Major - Zenitech (AI Developer specializing in Machine Learning) I'm an AI developer at Zenitech Consulting Zrt., specializing in computer vision and LLM-driven agents. I’m passionate about bringing ideas to production and creating impactful, real-world solutions. Hosts Péter Ekler Dr. - Budapest University of Technology and Economics (Associate Professor) Péter Ekler Dr. is Associate Professor at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics - Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, Department of Automation and Applied Informatics. Bertalan Forstner Dr. - Budapest University of Technology and Economics (Deputy Department Head and Associate Professor) Bertalan Forstner Dr. is the Deputy Department Head and Associate Professor at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics - Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, Department of Automation and Applied Informatics. Zsigmond P. Toth - zsigmond.ai (Google Cloud Architect) Zsigmond is a Google Cloud Architect and an organizer of the GDG Budapest and GDG Cloud Budapest communities. Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-budapest-presents-google-io-extended-2026-budapest/.

Come meet people and play new board games with the international members of the BFG Whatsapp group! [Link to join the chat is here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JRYftbhepSxK3ugOb7Ceyy). We’ll reserve a few tables at Vault 51 and then play games in smaller groups throughout the evening. **Note:** *Vault 51 requires that you pay a 600 Ft table fee per person at the bar.* Feel free to bring games you want to play or play something from the bar’s collection. Hot food and snacks are available from the bar until about 10pm Spots for this event are limited to not go too far over our table reservation, so please change your RSVP if you are not able to attend, also if you are on the waitlist, please wait to be in the "going" before attending! Also everyone can bring 1 guest only. Don't bring more, we wont have enough seats! Thanks you!

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CrJ7hXrYgckCM0f1D4kRUZ)] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

Join us for a lively social tea gathering Sunday. Perfect right after the breakfast or before the brunch. Meet other conscious minds over a top tea selection from tea specialist Gergő. ✓ All you can drink ✓ 🍵 curated herbal tea selection ✓ Great atmosphere ✓ Tea specialist **Practical details:** 📍 Okūma (Teahōm) - Concept Tea Lounge 💳 5,000 HUF (VAT included) You can pay on location, or register to purchase tickets in bulk for better price: 👉 https://consciouspass.com/activity/social-tea-party-may-24/

If you're near Kálvin tér and want to start your day energized, this is your session. *(Ha Kálvin tér közelében vagy, és energikusan szeretnéd kezdeni a napod — ez a te foglalkozásod.)* Every Wednesday morning, we meet at the same venue, same time, for a yoga session led by Vanda — a certified instructor who can adapt the practice to whoever shows up. Whether you're a beginner or a regular practitioner, you're welcome. **You don't need to bring anything.** The venue has mats, lockers, and showers. If you have an office nearby, you can get in time before work. If you work remotely, just stay after the session! there's a tranquil space to open your computer, have breakfast and get your morning started right. **Practical details:** * 📍 AGORA. Mozgástér. Galéria. Café & Tea * 🗓 Every Wednesday, recurring * 💳 5,000 HUF per session — (register in [consciouspass.com](consciouspass.com) to apply discounts) * 🧘 Led by Vanda (Yoga & Pilates instructor) As the community grows, we'll be able to offer different yoga styles. Got a preference? Let us know when you register. 👉 https://revolut.me/marcoshht/pocket/nyyRQdkeTQ \-\-\- Ha Kálvin tér közelében vagy, és energikusan szeretnéd kezdeni a napod, ez a te foglalkozásod. Minden szerdán reggel ugyanazon a helyszínen, ugyanabban az időpontban tartunk jógaórát, amelyet Vanda vezet — tapasztalt oktató, aki a gyakorlatot a résztvevőkhöz igazítja. Legyen szó kezdőről vagy rendszeres gyakorlóról, mindenkit szeretettel várunk. Nem kell semmit hoznod. A helyszínen szőnyegek, öltözők és zuhanyok állnak rendelkezésre. Ha otthon dolgozol, vagy a közelben van az irodád, az óra után is maradhatsz — van lehetőség reggelizni és a munkádat onnan folytatni. **Gyakorlati tudnivalók:** * 📍 AGORA. Mozgástér. Galéria. Café & Tea * 🗓 Minden szerdán, rendszeresen * 💳 4 000 Ft / alkalom — (bevezető ár) * 🧘 Vezeti: Vanda (jóga és pilates oktató) Ahogy a közösség növekszik, egyre több jógastílust és oktatót tudunk majd bevonni. Van valamilyen elvárásod vagy kedvenc stílusod? Jelezd regisztrációkor, és alakítjuk a programot! 👉 https://revolut.me/marcoshht/pocket/nyyRQdkeTQ

Free monthly Lunch + Learn for Columbus business owners. Practical local marketing strategies and real connections. Space is limited so RSVP Marketing Monday Lunch + Learn is a free monthly event for local business owners in Columbus who want practical marketing strategies and real connections with other business owners in their market. Each month covers one actionable local marketing topic. You will leave with one thing you can put to work the same week. This is not a pitch fest. It is a focused conversation with people who are serious about building their local visibility and growing their business. Register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marketing-monday-lunch-learn-tickets-1988509765237](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marketing-monday-lunch-learn-tickets-1988509765237)

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

Free monthly networking for Columbus business owners. Real conversations, real connections, no forced formats. Space is limited. RSVP now. Good marketing starts with good relationships. That is what this event is built around. Networking Night is a free monthly event for local business owners in Columbus who want to build real connections with other serious operators in their market. No structured rotations. No forced elevator pitches. Just a room full of local business owners who are worth knowing, in a space that makes it easy to have an actual conversation. Register here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-marketing-networking-night-tickets-1988510112275](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/local-marketing-networking-night-tickets-1988510112275)

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

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 enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

For the last 5 years, Central Ohio Friends and Columbus Social Connection have teamed up for some incredible nights out and some of the biggest social events in Columbus with our biggest combined event bringing out 80+ people. ⚠️ Please only RSVP through ONE group to help keep headcount accurate. Now we’re celebrating where it all started. On Friday, May 22, we’ll be joining Central Ohio Friends 🍻 **Starting at Whistle & Keg at 8:00 PM** before making our way through the Arena District Making a stop at Brothers Bar & Grill in the Arena District the same place their very first event was held back in 2021. Whether you’ve been to one of our events before or **have been waiting for the right one to come out to,** this is a great one to jump into. Stop scrolling. Start doing stuff. If you find value in these events consider contributing Link can be found in comments!