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NetSquared Local groups hold monthly events that take place in cities around the world, convening changemakers to share ideas, learn from each other, and even collaborate on projects for real world impact.
These gatherings provide a chance to connect for all those interested in the intersection of social technologies and social change.
Members of local groups represent nonprofit organizations and foundations, government agencies and service providers, designers and developers, innovators and social entrepreneurs.
Learn more about local organizers or start a group in your community: http://netsquared.org/local
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🧗♀️ Climb & Connect: Bouldering Adventure at Bloc Climbing Gym! 🧗♂️
Newly started IG: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetsocialdublin/
Every event is **5 euros** to the host, you can pay by using Revolut or Cash.
This helps me maintains the group as this takes a lot of time and effort.
Get ready to reach new heights and forge lasting connections doing Indoor Bouldering Adventure this Sunday **at 14:30!** Whether you're a seasoned climber or brand new to the sport, this event is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, have fun, and meet fellow enthusiasts in a supportive and social setting.
Located at the Bloc Climbing Gym in Ballymount, indoor bouldering social event is suitable for climbers of all levels.
No climbing experience? No problem! Our friendly group will provide guidance, tips, and encouragement every step of the way. Whether you're learning or honing your skills, you'll find plenty of support and encouragement from your fellow climbers.
After our exhilarating climb, we'll gather for some well-deserved refreshments and socializing, where you can swap climbing stories, share tips, and make new friends with fellow adventure-seekers.
So lace up your climbing shoes, chalk up your hands, and get ready for an afternoon of adrenaline-pumping fun and friendship at our Indoor Bouldering Adventure this Sunday! Let's climb, connect, and conquer together. See you there! 🧗♀️🤝🧗♂️
[FREE] 📸 Quality Time: The Photo Walk (Liffey Edition) 🏙️✨
**See Dublin through a new lens—and with new friends.**
Welcome to **Quality Time**. We’re "breaking up" with the shallow events to give you something better: a creative afternoon stroll designed to capture the soul of the city. This isn't about "the 'gram" or content creation; it's about the art of looking and the joy of being present.
We are so excited to co-host this walk with our wonderful community member, **Angie**.
Angie has a passion for capturing the hidden details of Dublin, and she’ll be guiding us to help find those perfect angles and unique perspectives that we usually miss while looking at our screens.
### 🥾 The Journey:
We’ll meet at the iconic Samuel Beckett Bridge and wind our way along the quays. Together, we’ll hunt for the beauty in Dublin’s architecture—from the grand Custom House to the historic Ha’penny Bridge.
* Duration: Approximately 2 hours of movement and creativity.
* The Finish Line: For those who fancy a treat, we’ll head to Cinnamood on O’Connell Street afterwards for coffee and their famous cinnamon rolls! ☕️🌀
***
### ✨ The Quality Time Vibe:
Before we set off, we’ll tuck our "connected" selves away (phones on aeroplane mode!) so we can truly engage with the city and each other.
**Connection that lasts:** Quality Time doesn't end when the walk does! We encourage everyone to share their favourite "snaps" in our community WhatsApp group afterwards. It’s a lovely way to see how we all saw the same city through different eyes. 🖼️🤝
***
### 🕰️ The Schedule:
* **12:30 \|** Meet at the Samuel Beckett Bridge (Look for Maja & Lexie! 🦄🦆).
* **12:45 \|** Creative walk begins.
* **14:30 \|** Arrival at Ha'penny Bridge & optional coffee social.
***
### 🐥 What to bring:
* **📷 Your Camera:** Professional DSLR, film camera, or your phone (strictly for photography—no scrolling!).
* **👟 Comfortable Shoes:** We’ll be exploring for about 2 hours.
* **🌦️ Rain Gear:** It’s Dublin! Let's be prepared for all four seasons.
* **💛 Yourself:** Whether you’re a photographer or just want to socialise and enjoy the walk, you are so welcome!
***
### 🎟️ Tickets & Community Support:
We believe everyone deserves access to Quality Time. If you’d like to support our mission to build a more connected Dublin, any contribution is warmly welcomed! 💛
**A Note on Attendees:** Please don’t worry if the numbers look low on Meetup—we manage most of our community through **[Lu.ma](https://luma.com/qualitytime_dublin)**, and our events are always full of life!
**⚠️ Liability:** *Everyone is responsible for their own safety and possessions. Let’s look out for one another!*
We can't wait to see the city through your eyes.
**Hugs, Maja & Lexie** 🦄🦆 *(Quality Time Team)*
Sunday Tournament - LARGE PITCH - PREPAY €8.50
Please PREPAY for this game either by Revolut https://revolut.me/davidandl or Paypal ([kenna.david@gmail.com](http://kenna.david@gmail.com/))
√ We have just 60 minutes to play so please come along a few minutes early to ensure we can start on time.
√ The maximum number of players is 28. Please be sure you show up. Places are in high demand so unfortunately, failure to show will result in you being automatically removed from the group.
√ As always, you participate in these games at your own risk and an agreement to indemnify the organisers from any injury, loss, claim, or infection.
Passeggiata poi Pizza
Passeggiata poi pizza? Fancy a walk along Sandymount Strand?
Facciamo una passeggiata sul lungomare di Sandymount, poi andiamo a mangiare la pizza, o bere solo una birra, in compania.
We will meet at the entrance to Tesco's in Sandymount at 2 PM. The event should last 2-3 hours, walking: 1-1.5 hours.
Social Tennis in UCD for €10 (4pm: 03/05)
During social tennis, I offer some coaching advice and matchplay tactics if players are interested in that.
It is suitable to all players, whether you're a total beginner or an experienced player, everyone is welcome.
Matches will last 15 - 30 minutes depending on the level which is generally a wide range of beginners to advanced players.
Salsa Bachata Practice with our friend DJ Leo
We at Freesalsa Ireland believe in growing the community, something our friend DJ Leo also believes in.
Therefore, we are delighted to promote his weekly practice here on our Meetup for those of you looking to spend their Sunday in the best way.
There will be a 60-minute lesson before social with the award-winning DJ Leo until 17.00.
Prices stand at a very affordable:
€5: Only Social or Only Class
€5: for beginners class and social
€7: for intermediate/improvers class and social.
*Please note, class capacity is limited, so arrive early to be sure of a spot; first come, first serve.
This is why we dance. To spend time with folks and have new experiences. You won't find a better group to do that with than this. See you all then.
WOMENS New Beginners Tennis Lesson for €15-20 (11am: 03/05)
Hey all, if you're looking to get started with tennis or get back into it, this is the perfect lesson for you!
Please join my WhatsApp lessons group chat below 👇
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CKXCPrOmQIcDepGYCZYZXu
Other groups are available as follows:
9am: new beginners
11am: women's only beginners
1pm: new beginners
2pm: lower beginners
3pm: upper beginners
4pm: social tennis
5pm: improvers & intermediates
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SALSA & BACHATA PRACTICE ON SUNDAY
**BACHATA CLASSES THIS SUNDAY!**
**✻ 2:00-3:00: BEGINNER BACHATA**
**✻ 2:00-3:00: IMPROVER BACHATA**
**✻ 2:00-3:00: INTERMEDIATE BACHATA**
**CLASSES SCHEDULE IN MAY 2026**
**Salsa classes are 10th, 24th of MAY 2026.**
**Bachata classes are 3rd, 17th, 31st of MAY 2026.**
**✻ ENTRANCE FEE: CASH ONLY**
**● Beginner Class + Social: 6€,**
**● Improver / Inter-Mediate Classes + Social: 8€,**
**● Social Only: 6€**
**✻ VENUE: FIBBER MAGEES. DOWNSTAIRS.**
**✻ ADDRESS: 80-81 PARNELL STREET,DUBLIN 1,D01CK74.**
SCHEDULE:
2 – 3PM: Beginner/ Improver /Intermediate Classes at the Same
Time (One Week for Salsa, And the Following Week Will Be Bachata and Repeat).
3PM – 5PM: Social Dancing For All Levels - Music by DJ Leo.
5-6PM: Have Tea/Coffee/Drinks together.
[FREE] 📵 The Offline Photo Walk 📸 | Liffey Landscapes & Architecture
**The perfect way to see Dublin through a new lens.** 🏙️✨
**We’re teaming up with our wonderful community member,** **Angie,** for a creative afternoon stroll as we capture the soul of the city—without the digital distractions 📵. This isn't about "the 'gram"; it's about the art of looking. We’re putting our phones on aeroplane mode and picking up our cameras to focus on the lines, light, and life along the River Liffey.
Angie loves capturing the hidden details of the city, and she’ll be co-hosting this walk to help us all find those perfect angles and unique perspectives.
🥾 The Route:
We’ll meet at the iconic **Samuel Beckett Bridge** and wind our way down the quays. We’ll be hunting for the best angles of Dublin’s architectural gems, including the **Custom House**, **Liberty Hall**, and the historic **Ha’penny Bridge**, where we will finish our journey.
* **Duration:** Approximately 2 hours.
* **The Finish Line:** For those who fancy a treat and a chat, we’ll head to **Cinnamood** on O’Connell Street afterwards for some coffee and their famous cinnamon rolls! ☕️🌀
***
📵 The Vibe:
Before we set off, we’ll tuck our "connected" selves away and chat while creating art! 📸
**Build Connection:** Even though we stay offline during the walk, the connection doesn’t end there!
After the event, we’ll encourage everyone to share their favourite "snaps" of the day our **WhatsApp group**. It’s a lovely way to see how everyone saw the same city through different eyes. 🖼️🤝
***
🕰️ The Schedule:
* **12:30 \|** Meet at the Samuel Beckett Bridge.
* **12:45 \|** Photo Walk begins.
* **14:30 \|** Arrival at Ha'penny Bridge & optional coffee at Cinnamood.
***
🐥 What to bring:
* **📷 Your Camera:** Whether it’s a professional DSLR, a film camera, or just your phone (strictly for photos—no scrolling!).
* **👟 Comfortable Shoes:** We’ll be on our feet for about 2 hours.
* **🌦️ Rain Gear:** It’s Dublin! Let's be prepared for all four seasons.
* **💛 Yourself:** No "content" creation required, just your creative eye. You can also just come to socialise, we love those walks together!
***
🎟️ Tickets & Support:
This walk is **free/donation-based**. We believe offline creative time should be accessible to everyone. If you’d like to support our mission and help us organise more of these events, any contribution is warmly welcomed! 💛
**⚠️ Liability:** *Please note that everyone is responsible for their own safety and personal possessions during the walk. Let’s look out for one another!*
We can't wait to see the city through your eyes!
***Please do not worry if there are not many attendees on meetup - we also host our tickets on [Luma](https://luma.com/theofflineclubdublin) \- the events always happen\!***
**Hugs, The Offline Club Dublin**
Knit and Crochet at the CHQ
Join us for coffee, a chat and bring your project at the CHQ (fully accessible venue).
We're usually at the tables in the middle of the building - just look out for the yarn :)
There's a choice of cafes, including the Bakehouse & Starbucks.
There's no charge for the meetup but we ask please that you join our Whatsapp group if you plan on staying with the group. Cost is only €5 a year to pay for Meetup subs etc.
BullIsland Beach Volleyball :)
Hi all, lets meet at 12h to play Beach Volleyball in BullIsland, near the car park on the "Statue of Our Lady, Star Of The Sea" side of BullIsland. From Clontarf Rd cross over "The Wooden Bridge" and keep going on until the end, turn left when you see the beach car park and keep going to the left. We will set the nets beside the car park 😉 Please avoid to park at the beach because the car can get stuck on the sand. If you come by car park as soon as you find space and then walk.
The idea is to have lunch at the beach and play beach volleyball. Please bring water, sun glasses (for the sand more than the sun) and sun cream (even when it's cloudy you can still get burned with the wind).
I would love to create another lovely healthy group to have fun with and enjoy the weather whenever it's possible. All levels are welcome because the goal is to have fun and do some exercise.
Any questions please contact me over the phone: 0876819433, or put a comment on this Meetup. Please bear in mind that on the same day of the event it'll be driving so give me a phone call if you are lost.
Rampage Jugger Training for beginners
Jugger is a fast paced but easy to pick up sport that is great for beginners. Its like a combination of tag rugby and fencing and is a great way to meet new people and then hit them with a padded stick. Its light contact and the only gear you need to bring is clothing you are comfortable running around in and some water.
Dance Choreography class
Want to feel confident in every move? Come and join us!
What to expect?
✨Beginner-friendly choreography
✨Every step explained
✨Lots of fun and good vibes
✨Commercial vibe choreo 💖
Song: Rihanna - Disturbia
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General Business Networking - Columbus
**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.*
Connected Westerville Night of Networking!
Connected Westerville Night of Networking flips the script on networking, with surprises and connections that'll make you say, "Who knew networking could be this much fun?!"
Building Scalable Customer Identity Resolution Pipelines on AWS Using AI
Customer identity resolution becomes increasingly complex as organizations scale across multiple systems, regions, and data formats. Traditional rule-based approaches often fail to keep up with data variability, require constant manual tuning, and struggle with real-time processing needs.
This session presents a practical approach to building a scalable identity resolution pipeline using AWS services and modern AI techniques. The architecture combines data ingestion through Amazon S3 and AWS Glue, transformation pipelines using Spark on EMR, and machine learning models deployed via SageMaker for entity matching and standardization. Graph-based relationship modeling is implemented using Amazon Neptune to improve resolution accuracy by incorporating household and shared attribute context.
We will walk through how machine learning models can be used for name and address normalization, how intelligent blocking strategies improve matching efficiency, and how feedback loops can be introduced to continuously improve accuracy. The session also highlights how serverless components such as AWS Lambda can be used for orchestration and real-time processing.
**SPEAKER BIO**
Mosaic Syed is a Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions across global enterprise environments.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosaic-basha-syed-92300856
**CALL FOR SPEAKERS**
Learn more: [https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/](https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/)
**THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: [https://www.veeam.com/](https://www.veeam.com/)
**DIRECTIONS**
8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH
go to 4th floor.
**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
Columbus Code & Coffee 86 @ Improving
Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you!
**What to Expect at the Intro Circle**
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Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup:
* Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics
Round 1 - (7 secs max):
* Your name
* What you're working on
* What you can help others with
Round 2:
* Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
Round 3:
* Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool.
After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!
Central Ohio Radio Enthusiasts - Radio Signal Analysis Using SDRs and OpenWebRX+
Central Ohio Radio Enthusiasts—CORE—is an informal community for anyone enthusiastic or curious about radio—whether you're new to radio and want to learn or you've been tinkering for years and want to share. Ham radio operators, GMRS users, Meshtastic fans, software-defined radio nerds, makers, and technical and non-technical folks are all welcome. No experience required or expected.
This month we have **Radio Signal Analysis Using SDRs and OpenWebRX+**
with **Scott McCrory**.
Details are are [core.radio](https://core.radio/).


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