Non-Fiction Writing

The event will be held in English For English below \- \- \- \- \- "Денят на Предприемача" е ежемесечно събитие на живо, на което каним успешни предприемачи, за да разкажат какво стои зад резултатите им. Освен нашите въпроси, всеки от присъстващите може да зададе и свои и да се включи в разговора. През месец май очаквайте Matthias Zeitler, сериен предприемач Matthias Zeitler builds and operates long-term residential environments where people live and work — with a focus on making them economically and structurally viable over time, not just attractive in the short term. He has lived and worked internationally and is now based in Bulgaria, where he leads large-scale real estate and community projects. As chairman and operational lead of Coliving Semkovo, he is responsible for the redevelopment of a \~17,000 m² former hotel into a residential community with more than 200 units. His work centers on turning underused or mispositioned assets into functioning places — designing ownership structures, operational models, and governance that hold up under real conditions. He typically leads projects through uncertainty and then steps back once they are stable. Matthias was co-founder of Coworking Bansko, contributing to the town’s emergence as a global remote work hub, and founder of Bansko Nomad Fest, which he later exited. His earlier career includes senior product and technology leadership roles in international, enterprise-scale environments. His current and upcoming projects include Thracian Views, a residential redevelopment near Sofia, and Nomad Pioneers — an initiative exploring how new remote-work ecosystems form in emerging locations. His perspective is pragmatic: less about vision and positioning, more about what actually works over time — financially, operationally, and socially. Програма: 19:00 - 20:00 ч. : Регистрация\* и свободен нетуъркинг 20:00 - 21:00 ч. : Основна част с гост Matthias Zeitler, сериен предприемач ( на английски език! ) 21:00 - 21:30 ч. : Q&A 21:30 - 23:00 ч. : Свободен нетуъркинг \* Регистрацията ще бъде възможна през цялото събитие. Организатор и водещ: Ивайло Георгиев Кога: 18.05.2026 г. (понеделник), 19:00 - 23:00 ч. Къде: Gramophone Club, ул. Будапеща 6, София Вход\*: 15,34 € / 30 лв. \* Плащане на място в брой или с карта. Без нужда от предварителна регистрация. Ежемесечно организираме бизнес събития в Пловдив, София и страната. Последвайте нашата страница или уебсайт за актуална информация: https://www.facebook.com/EntrepreneursNightOut https://entrepreneursnightout.org Очакваме Ви! \- \- \- \- \- "Entrepreneur’s Day" is a monthly live event where we invite successful entrepreneurs to share what stands behind their results. In addition to our own questions, everyone attending can ask questions and join the conversation. This May, expect Matthias Zeitler, serial entrepreneur. Matthias Zeitler builds and operates long-term residential environments where people live and work — with a focus on making them economically and structurally viable over time, not just attractive in the short term. He has lived and worked internationally and is now based in Bulgaria, where he leads large-scale real estate and community projects. As chairman and operational lead of Coliving Semkovo, he is responsible for the redevelopment of a \~17,000 m² former hotel into a residential community with more than 200 units. His work centers on turning underused or mispositioned assets into functioning places — designing ownership structures, operational models, and governance that hold up under real conditions. He typically leads projects through uncertainty and then steps back once they are stable. Matthias was co-founder of Coworking Bansko, contributing to the town’s emergence as a global remote work hub, and founder of Bansko Nomad Fest, which he later exited. His earlier career includes senior product and technology leadership roles in international, enterprise-scale environments. His current and upcoming projects include Thracian Views, a residential redevelopment near Sofia, and Nomad Pioneers — an initiative exploring how new remote-work ecosystems form in emerging locations. His perspective is pragmatic: less about vision and positioning, more about what actually works over time — financially, operationally, and socially. Program: 19:00 – 20:00 \| Registration\* and open networking 20:00 – 21:00 \| Main session with guest Matthias Zeitler\, serial entrepreneur \(in English\!\) 21:00 – 21:30 \| Q&A 21:30 – 23:00 \| Open networking \*Registration will be available throughout the entire event. Organizer and host: Ivaylo Georgiev When: 18.05.2026 (Monday), 19:00 – 23:00 Where: Gramophone Club, 6 Budapest St., Sofia Entrance\*: €15.34 / 30 BGN Payment on-site by cash or card. No pre-registration required. We organize monthly business events in Plovdiv, Sofia, and other cities across Bulgaria. Follow our page or website for updates and upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/EntrepreneursNightOut https://entrepreneursnightout.org We look forward to seeing you!

How will AI impact the arts? What are the ethics of parasocial relationships? Who deserves to be cancelled? Where are the limits of language? At this event, we'll explore detailed scenarios where these ethical dilemmas play out. We’ll rotate in small groups between four different scenarios. Discuss, share, and hear how others think. This is for anyone who enjoys: * Thought-provoking conversations * Meeting new people in small groups * Practical philosophy 📅 Date: Tuesday, 19 May 🕖 Time: Event begins at 19:15 📍 Location: The Steps (upstairs) 🎟️ Price: Free NOTE: There is NO LIMIT on the number of participants. Even if you don't reserve a spot, you can still come along.

Please join us on May 20th for an amazing co-hosted practical meetup with the Data Science Society! ## What can you expect? ​This hands-on workshop explores how modern AI tools are changing everyday software engineering. Participants will see practical, real-world examples of how developers use tools like Kiro, Claude Code, Windsurf, and Cursor to write, debug, refactor, and understand code more efficiently. ​The session focuses on concrete use cases - speeding up feature development, improving code quality, navigating large codebases, and integrating AI into existing development cycles. It will give attendees a clear view of what “AI-augmented development” looks like in practice. ## ​Who will present? ​We have 4 speakers : * ​Rosen Krumov * ​Borislava Bagaliyska * ​Petar Ivanov * ​Viktor Botev ​Soon we will announce a bit more about the concrete expertize and focus of each of them! # ​Official partner ​For this meet-up our official partner is [iris.ai](https://iris.ai/?utm_source=luma). ​[Iris.ai](https://iris.ai/?utm_source=luma) is the AI Development and Operation Platform for building secure, high-performance Agentic RAG systems. ​Event is free but registration is mandatory: https://luma.com/bz9lg7aq

4 години споделяме знание! Създаваме сигурност. Празнуваме заедно! Настъпи момент да отпразнуваме заедно **4-тата** **ГОДИШНИНА на Cyber Security Talks Bulgaria**. Този път без домакин и по много по-различен начин. Заповядайте на нашето парти в Art Bar 158 на **20.05**. Вече 4 години създаваме общност, споделяме опит, мнение и научени уроци, защото така вярваме, че ще постигнем по-сигурно Киберпространство за всички нас. Стъпвайки отново фраза от добре познатия ни сериал „Бар Наздраве“ : „Where everybody knows your name“, бихме казали, че Cyber Security Talks Bulgaria се утвърди като място, където всеки е добре дошъл. На 20 май това място е „Art Bar 158” (ул. „Княз Борис I“ 158). Подготвили сме една по-различна от обичайното програма, но ще я разкриваме постепенно. Както казваше един знаменит българин „Часът и мястото на срещата са известни“ – Часът е обичайният, дата - нестандартна, мястото – различни от всяко до момента. **Всеки гост на нашето парти ще получи подарък. Първото питие е от нас.** Ела на едно по-различно събитие с quiz, жива музика и приятни моменти. Бъди част от общността! Следете страниците в социалните мрежи и канала ни в Discord, за да научавате повече: · LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/cyber-security-talks-bulgaria](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cyber-security-talks-bulgaria) · Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588273361718](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588273361718) · Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/Cyber-Security-Talks-Bulgaria-Meetup-Group/](https://www.meetup.com/Cyber-Security-Talks-Bulgaria-Meetup-Group/) · Discord: [https://discord.gg/MPMAgmCbWs](https://discord.gg/MPMAgmCbWs) (#cybersec-talks) · Website : [https://www.cybersecuritytalks.bg/](https://www.cybersecuritytalks.bg/)

The event will be held in English For English below \- \- \- \- \- "Денят на Предприемача" е ежемесечно събитие на живо, на което каним успешни предприемачи, за да разкажат какво стои зад резултатите им. Освен нашите въпроси, всеки от присъстващите може да зададе и свои и да се включи в разговора. През месец май очаквайте Matthias Zeitler, сериен предприемач Matthias Zeitler builds and operates long-term residential environments where people live and work — with a focus on making them economically and structurally viable over time, not just attractive in the short term. He has lived and worked internationally and is now based in Bulgaria, where he leads large-scale real estate and community projects. As chairman and operational lead of Coliving Semkovo, he is responsible for the redevelopment of a \~17,000 m² former hotel into a residential community with more than 200 units. His work centers on turning underused or mispositioned assets into functioning places — designing ownership structures, operational models, and governance that hold up under real conditions. He typically leads projects through uncertainty and then steps back once they are stable. Matthias was co-founder of Coworking Bansko, contributing to the town’s emergence as a global remote work hub, and founder of Bansko Nomad Fest, which he later exited. His earlier career includes senior product and technology leadership roles in international, enterprise-scale environments. His current and upcoming projects include Thracian Views, a residential redevelopment near Sofia, and Nomad Pioneers — an initiative exploring how new remote-work ecosystems form in emerging locations. His perspective is pragmatic: less about vision and positioning, more about what actually works over time — financially, operationally, and socially. Програма: 19:00 - 20:00 ч. : Регистрация\* и свободен нетуъркинг 20:00 - 21:00 ч. : Основна част с гост Matthias Zeitler, сериен предприемач ( на английски език! ) 21:00 - 21:30 ч. : Q&A 21:30 - 23:00 ч. : Свободен нетуъркинг \* Регистрацията ще бъде възможна през цялото събитие. Организатор и водещ: Ивайло Георгиев Кога: 18.05.2026 г. (понеделник), 19:00 - 23:00 ч. Къде: Gramophone Club, ул. Будапеща 6, София Вход\*: 15,34 € / 30 лв. \* Плащане на място в брой или с карта. Без нужда от предварителна регистрация. Ежемесечно организираме бизнес събития в Пловдив, София и страната. Последвайте нашата страница или уебсайт за актуална информация: https://www.facebook.com/EntrepreneursNightOut https://entrepreneursnightout.org Очакваме Ви! \- \- \- \- \- "Entrepreneur’s Day" is a monthly live event where we invite successful entrepreneurs to share what stands behind their results. In addition to our own questions, everyone attending can ask questions and join the conversation. This May, expect Matthias Zeitler, serial entrepreneur. Matthias Zeitler builds and operates long-term residential environments where people live and work — with a focus on making them economically and structurally viable over time, not just attractive in the short term. He has lived and worked internationally and is now based in Bulgaria, where he leads large-scale real estate and community projects. As chairman and operational lead of Coliving Semkovo, he is responsible for the redevelopment of a \~17,000 m² former hotel into a residential community with more than 200 units. His work centers on turning underused or mispositioned assets into functioning places — designing ownership structures, operational models, and governance that hold up under real conditions. He typically leads projects through uncertainty and then steps back once they are stable. Matthias was co-founder of Coworking Bansko, contributing to the town’s emergence as a global remote work hub, and founder of Bansko Nomad Fest, which he later exited. His earlier career includes senior product and technology leadership roles in international, enterprise-scale environments. His current and upcoming projects include Thracian Views, a residential redevelopment near Sofia, and Nomad Pioneers — an initiative exploring how new remote-work ecosystems form in emerging locations. His perspective is pragmatic: less about vision and positioning, more about what actually works over time — financially, operationally, and socially. Program: 19:00 – 20:00 \| Registration\* and open networking 20:00 – 21:00 \| Main session with guest Matthias Zeitler\, serial entrepreneur \(in English\!\) 21:00 – 21:30 \| Q&A 21:30 – 23:00 \| Open networking \*Registration will be available throughout the entire event. Organizer and host: Ivaylo Georgiev When: 18.05.2026 (Monday), 19:00 – 23:00 Where: Gramophone Club, 6 Budapest St., Sofia Entrance\*: €15.34 / 30 BGN Payment on-site by cash or card. No pre-registration required. We organize monthly business events in Plovdiv, Sofia, and other cities across Bulgaria. Follow our page or website for updates and upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/EntrepreneursNightOut https://entrepreneursnightout.org We look forward to seeing you!

We’re getting together at McCarthy’s for a different kind of evening—one cantered on the journeys that brought us to Sofia and the local roots that keep us here. Whether you’re a local, looking for a social drink after work or you just landed yesterday from afar, come grab a drink and help us bridge the gap between the expat and local scenes.

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

Who else is ready to sit outside? Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!

[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * There's a restroom along the route at [Tuttle Park Community Center](https://maps.app.goo.gl/KTZJgLE1CrrbRNmJ7), which is about two‑thirds of the way from [Clinton-Como Park](https://maps.app.goo.gl/z8Cx8evwLiWundMe8) to our [turnback point](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZXk7qUVszLQ8EJxHA). * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).