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Open Data Events Today
Join in-person Open Data events happening right now
Geospatial Hub Ireland #1 — GIS, Maps & Spatial Data Meetup
A casual meetup for people working or interested in GIS
The goal is simple:
meet people in the geospatial industry, exchange ideas, discuss projects, and grow the Irish geospatial community.
No presentations.
No pressure.
Just good conversations.
Whether you are a student, analyst, developer, planner, engineer, or just curious about maps and spatial tech — you are welcome.
Bring:
* yourself
* project ideas
* questions
* interesting map stories
All Things Search! — Deep Dive into Search, Lucene & Atlas Search
Search is one of those things that *feels* simple — until you're the one building it.
Why does `$regex` fall apart at scale? How do you handle typos, relevance, and performance all at once? And what happens when users search by *meaning*, not just keywords?
Join the **Dublin MongoDB User Group** for an evening dedicated entirely to **Search** — from the foundations of Apache Lucene, to building production-grade search experiences with MongoDB Atlas Search, to the frontier of Semantic Search with vector embeddings. We'll also have a real-world use case walkthrough from someone who's been in the trenches solving search problems for customers.
And yes, you can walk away with an 🎖️ **Search Fundamentals Skill Badge** 🎖️ which you can share on your LinkedIn profile.
No laptop needed, just your phone!
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**🛠️ What we're covering:**
**The "Why" — Search is Hard** A practical look at why developers struggle with search: fuzzy matching, relevance scoring, tokenisation, and why regex just doesn't cut it.
**The "Story" — A Real Use Case** Hear from a practitioner who's helped customers go from "this search is broken" to "this actually works." Less Lucene textbook, more honest problem-solving.
**The "How" — Atlas Search Deep Dive** We'll go under the hood on how Atlas Search (built on Apache Lucene) works, and show you how to wire it up in your own applications.
**The "Future" — Semantic Search** Beyond keywords — how vector embeddings and semantic search let your application understand what users *mean*, not just what they *type*.
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**📅 Agenda (6:00 PM – 09:00 PM)**
* **6:00 – 7:00 PM \| Networking & Pizza 🍕**
* **7:00 – 7:30 PM \| Search 101: How Search Actually Works** From text indexing to Lucene — the fundamentals every developer should know.
* **7:30 – 8:00 PM \| Real\-World Search Use Cases** What does bad search look like? What does great search look like? Stories from the field.
* **8:00 – 8:30 PM \| From Generic Search to Atlas Search & Semantic Search** How MongoDB Atlas Search brings it all together — and where vector embeddings take you next.
* **8:30 – 09:00 PM \| Search Fundamentals Skill Badge 🎖️ \| Open Discussion & Networking**
***
See you there! 🎯
Bachata and Salsa classes with Dubachata
Adult Bachata and Salsa dance classes with practice social at Coolock Ardlea Scout Den Coolock Village.
This is a mirror studio located upstairs from the hall with nice wooden floors.
This is a weekly Thursday event. Come down, learn and have fun!
Men and Women are welcome.
Free taster for first timers and discount for students, request via dm.
Beginners cost 10 euro for all beginner classes and practice.
Implementation: Bringing Digital Health to Life
We're pleased to announce our next event for 2026! We'll be hearing from innovators and digital health strategists about how to bring digital health solutions to life:
\- How do design solutions that meet user needs
\- How to work with all the stakeholders in the healthcare ecosystem to work towards a common objective
\- How to manage data\, cybersecurity and other common challenges and pitfalls
Speakers:
\- Johann Issartel \- CEO\, Move Ahead
\- Eamonn Costello \- CEO\, PatientMpower
Thursday salsa & bachata nights in Lucan
🎉 **Thursday Salsa & Bachata** – Weekly Classes + Social Dancing 💃🕺
Looking for a fun way to start your weekend? Join us every Thursday for a night of dancing, learning, and great vibes!
✨ What to expect:
* Beginner-friendly Salsa & Bachata classes to get you moving
* Social dancing after class to practice and enjoy
* A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere — no pressure, just fun
👣 No partner or experience needed
😊 Come solo or bring friends — everyone is welcome
📅 **When**: Every Thursday
📍 **Where**: Kenny's Of Lucan, Lucan Village
⏰ **Time**: 7:00-8:00pm - Cuban Salsa Class
8:00-9:00pm - Bachata Class
9:00-10:00pm - Social Dance Practice
Whether you’re trying dancing for the first time or already love Latin rhythms, this is the perfect place to meet new people, build confidence, and enjoy your Thursday nights.
Bring your energy, your smile, and let’s dance! 🎶🔥
Plenty of free on-street parking is available.
Price:-
€15 - One Class
€25 - Two classes on the same day
Multiple bundles available
Let's Be Honest Together (New Venue)
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1. New Venue: [carmelite community centre ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/vhgfaj8BN4Bsztn46)(Aungier St) (The big room downstairs)
2. Start time: 7:20PM
This event has a different topic each time and includes a variety of interactive exercises. It's an engaging and creative way to express ourselves, and connect with how others think, feel and deal with life. We will aim to provide a supportive and safe environment and open up about our lives freely.
A lot of times we don't talk about what we are really going through because we are worried of what people might think of us. This causes us to bottle things up, feel disconnected with the people around us or feel ashamed of ourselves.
Anything you share in the session is confidential and shall not be disclosed outside of the room.
Please only RSVP if you intend to come and change your RSVP to 'No' if you are not going to be able to attend.
**PRICE**: 7 € to cover costs (Revolut/Cash/Paypal). Please pay the fee after the event.
**TIME**: We will start at 19:20 and finish at 21:00. Please be on time, to respect the event and other members in the group.
**VENUE**: Carmelite community centre 56 Aungier St, Dublin 2, D02 T258
\*\*Keep in touch with us: \*\*[https://activesocialconnections.com](https://activesocialconnections.com/)
Solo Meets Social | Make New Friends | Midweek Social
Welcome to a vibrant community created for men and women who are ready to connect, explore, and thrive together as friends! This group is all about bringing solo people together in a fun, and welcoming space where new friendships are formed and fresh experiences await.
Whether it’s trying out exciting activities or restaurants. Discovering hidden gems in the city, or simply enjoying meaningful conversations. This is a place to step outside your comfort zone and share life’s adventures with like-minded people. Come as you are, leave with new friends, and discover just how fun life can be when we experience it side by side!
**About this event:**
This is a relaxed midweek social. A great opportunity to meet different people. The area reserved is downstairs in the private bar. Your host will be there to welcome you.
**Important information:**
RSVPs are not a true representation of the number of people attending. Continuous no shows, will be removed from guest lists. Please bring ID in case the doorman ask you for proof of age. Minimum age to attend is 23. You must purchase a drink - alcoholic or non alcoholic from the bar upstairs before engaging with the group downstairs. By joining this event, you accept our T&Cs, check them out here: Yinyangevents.ie
Follow us on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/yinyangevents.ie/
Open Data Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
PyData London 2026
PyData London 2026 brings together data scientists, engineers, and researchers from around the world for three days of insightful talks, tutorials, and community connection. Hosted in one of Europe’s leading tech hubs, the event highlights the latest developments in Python, machine learning, and data science. Attendees can expect a mix of cutting-edge research, real-world applications, and opportunities to network with industry leaders. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, PyData London offers something for every level of the data science community.
**THIS IS NOT A TICKET- TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ON CONFERENCE WEBSITE.**
https://pydata.org/london2026
OpenClaw: Getting it alive
OpenClaw is having a moment. A personal AI agent that runs on your own machine, talks to you and actually gets things done.
**NOTE: Registration needs to be completed here: [giveago.co/register/openclaw-1](https://giveago.co/register/openclaw-1)**
It runs on your own machine - a Mac Mini, a Raspberry Pi, a VPS - and actually does things: runs commands, browses the web, manages files, talks to your apps. You reach it through WhatsApp, Telegram, or whatever chat app you already use. It works in the background, remembers context between sessions, and connects to whatever AI model you prefer.
No engineering background required. If you can install an app and follow a guide, you can do this.
We're running this as part of a three-event OpenClaw series this June, with this being the first. The following events build on the setup and focus on getting productive with the agent and applying it to real work use cases.
**NOTE: Registration needs to be completed here: [giveago.co/register/openclaw-1](https://giveago.co/register/openclaw-1)**
We'll be working through it together at Baseline, tables of people at different stages, helping each other along. Fresh install or halfway there, there's a spot for you.
The goal is simple: leave with OpenClaw alive. Connected to WhatsApp or Telegram. With a personality you've written. Doing at least one real thing.
What we'll work through together:
* Getting OpenClaw set up (locally or hosted)
* Connect to a messaging app: WhatsApp or Telegram
* Picking the best model for the job
* Writing a SOUL.md: giving your agent a personality that's actually yours
* Setting up a MEMORY.md layer
* Connecting one real skill before the day is out
**NOTE: Registration needs to be completed here: [giveago.co/register/openclaw-1](https://giveago.co/register/openclaw-1)**
Prep materials will be sent in advance. Come ready, or come from zero. Both are fine. Bring a laptop. That's it.
Run of show:
11:00 Doors open, coffee
11:30 Intro and setup overview
12:00 Build time
13:00 Lunch
13:45 Back to building
15:30 Share what you've got running
16:00 Close
**NOTE: Registration needs to be completed here: [giveago.co/register/openclaw-1](https://giveago.co/register/openclaw-1)**
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**Community**
[Give(a)Go](https://giveago.co/?utm_source=luma) is a Dublin-based builder community running hands-on events for ambitious people who make things. 30+ events. 1,000+ attendees. Partners include PostHog, LangChain, ElevenLabs, HubSpot and Windsurf. One rule: learning by building.
😻Singles Salsa Dance 🎉Party & Show🎊 - Make New Friends👫 (+ Salsa Class)
Make New Friends💏! This Event is a large Monthly Social Salsa Dance Party 🎉🎊🎇 & Dance Show for Salsa Dancers and for New Solo people who want to learn Salsa dancing.
This Salsa Dance Party will be held in a large hall. There is Bar facilities, cheaper drinks and toilets are avaliable. Time of Dance Party from about 9.30pm/10pm. till after 1 am. Dress: Neat Dress.
(Salsa Dance class lesson from 8.45pm to 9.30pm.). There are Salsa Social Dance Classes on Thursday evenings for those who like to learn or improve Salsa dancing.
The entrance fee for the Salsa Party is 15 euros cash at the Door, which includes the Salsa class lesson and Dance Show. This is very good value. Place of large Hall is in Dublin 8. There is a large Free Car Parking at the back also. Dublin Bus 2 mins walk. There will be many other solo people attending from all around Ireland beside this meetup who already know this venue. In the past Social Salsa Dance Parties, over 270 people attended.
Please Note: Salsa Dancing involves people touching each other during dancing and classes.
https://youtu.be/DWir_XczIE8?is=YWe0j-H3tECeWaQx
https://youtu.be/iyLdoQGBchQ?feature=shared
So if you are Solo, like Social Dancing, meeting new people and or like a free lesson to start learning Salsa dancing, RSVP and I will send you the Dance Party Address Details on the day of the event. Many people come solo, so do not worry, come solo or bring your friends with you and enjoy the great Latino music and social Salsa dancing.
🌍 INTERNATIONAL MEETUP 🌍
**[FOLLOW OUR LIVE LOCATION HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**
**✨ What Is the International Meetup – Summer Edition?**
Our Saturday outdoor meetup is the perfect way to enjoy Dublin’s summer while meeting people from all over the world. Expect a relaxed, friendly and social afternoon under the open sky — ideal for newcomers, expats and locals alike.
**🌤 How It Works (Outdoor Edition)**
When you arrive, you’ll receive a small paper with your blanket number. All blankets are already set up in the park — no need to bring your own.
Groups of 4–6 people sit together, creating an easy and comfortable environment from the first minute.
**🔄 Rotations Every 30 Minutes**
Every 30 minutes, groups rotate so you meet plenty of new people throughout the event.
It’s dynamic, inclusive and perfect whether you come alone or with friends.
**🍀 A Relaxed & Friendly Atmosphere**
This event attracts international people from every background. It’s safe, welcoming and naturally social.
It’s also a great chance to practise English (or any language!) in a calm and open-air environment.
**🥤 Bring Your Own Drink (Non-Alcoholic Only)**
Feel free to bring a bottle of water, juice, iced tea… anything soft. Alcohol is not allowed.
**🥨 Complimentary Pringles**
Enjoy some Pringles during the event — the perfect snack to keep conversations flowing!
**💸 Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)**
• €6 General Admission
• €5 Students
• €4 per person when you bring friends
**⭐ Loyalty Card (Automatically Activated)**
Attend **4 Language Exchanges or International Meetups**, and your **5th event is FREE**.
**💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)**
**🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)**
✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ Extra perks
**🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)**
✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ Extra Perks
**🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)**
✔ Free access to ALL events
✔ Extra Perks
**📱 Stay Connected**
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**🎉 Join Us**
Expect good vibes, friendly people and plenty of great conversations. RSVP now and start your Friday evening the best way possible!23
[Free] Photographs by Dublin Photographers
Have you been wanting to get better photographs of yourself but your phone is just not doing it?
Then this event is for you.
I’m organising this event with other photographers, and I thought I’d share it here as well so more people who want their portraits taken can join.
The event will be taking place in Dublin city centre. The exact location will be announced closer to the date. All photos provided by the photographers will be free of charge
80's Singles Summer Party
**Kick off your summer with a blast from the past! Join us at Noosh Cafe Bar on Friday, June 5th for a Totally Tubular 80s Singles Party.**
*Experience the decade’s greatest hits like never before with our live Video DJ spinning iconic music videos all night long. We’ll get the party started with a complimentary welcome drink on arrival, plus exclusive drink specials to keep the retro vibes flowing. Whether you’re looking for your "Material Girl" or just want to dance like it's 1984, grab your neon and head to Noosh Cafe Bar on Friday June 5th for the ultimate summer mixer!*
📼📺🕹🕺👾🍹🤩🥳💾🌈🕶⚡️
Whether you're looking for a new connection or just want to enjoy a night out, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet new people and maybe even find that special someone.
[Check out the YouTube video of our Video DJ at Noosh for our NYE party.](https://youtube.com/shorts/U3OIwmOIH1o?is=NSVREhpOg1Ip_8uW)
**📅 Date & Time:** Friday 5th June at 7 PM
⏰ **Time:** 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
**📍 Location:** Noosh Cafe Bar, Beacon, Sandyford
🎟 **Tickets:** [Eventbrite](www.eventbrite.ie/e/80s-singles-summer-party-tickets-1989082380946?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1qro5wf*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTU0OTA0MzcxOS4xNzc5MDk5MzE2*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzkwOTkzMTUkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzkwOTkzMTUkajYwJGwwJGgw&keep_tld=true) (€2.07 booking fee)
🎟 **Tickets:** [Powertik](ie.powertik.com/events/80-s-singles-summer-party) (NO booking fee)
🎧 **Music:** Live Video DJ playing all the classic 80's hits.
🏙 Venue exclusively hired.
🍻 Welcome drink included.
👕 Cloak room.
🚋 Easy access (Stillorgan luas a short walk, taxis, underground and on-street parking).
*Welcome drink: any pint of beer or glass of white or red wine or any non-alcoholic drink.*
*Food: Burger and chips or 8x wings and chips or falafel and chips or a donor box.*
#SinglesParty #NooshCafeBar #Sandyford #DublinNightlife #SingleLife #80spartydublin #80ssinglesparty #BeaconSandyford
SOCIAL TENNIS in UCD for €10 (4pm: 07/06)
During social tennis, you’ll play several matches and rally, meet new people…
and play a wide range of playing abilities with those who have played tennis before!
It is suitable to all players but if you have not played before, please consider joining at least one group lesson before considering social tennis… 😊
Please join my group chat for social tennis below 👇
Https://chat.whatsapp.com/G60iuOQFYm3E6p5yogUo21?mode=ems_copy_t
Open Data Events Near You
Connect with your local Open Data community
Data & Analytics Wednesday - Finding Product Insights
**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose**
Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals… all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isn’t more data. It’s often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap.
Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll learn:
* Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge
* How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change
* Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction
* How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools
This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work.
**About Our Speaker**
[Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
[Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro)
More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
DoJo (Informal Python Meeting)
**Latest Dojo Location!**
**Knotty Pine Brewing**
1765 W 3rd Ave,
Columbus, OH 43212
We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works
Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead.
We're looking for speakers for our Monthly Meetups! Fill out the form if you are interested in presenting to the Python Community.
https://forms.gle/ehSfUAC2WgR34Crq9
June 2026 AWS Columbus - Topic to be announced
Topic to be announced.
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio!
The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us!
And yes, there will be free food. So please RSVP for a head count!
Level One Tuesdays (Bachata & Salsa Dance Lessons)
Click Here For More Videos:
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17bwkttXhV/
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Salsamante Dance Academy will be at Swerve Every Tuesday Night to share the Rhythm & Energy of Bachata & Salsa.
These are Beginner Level lessons to get you comfortable and understand the two dances. Spread the Good News to all.
Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex
640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A, Worthington, OH 43085
Bachata 7pm-8pm
Salsa 8pm-9pm
$15 - One Lesson
$20 - Both Lessons












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