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Join us every other Sunday for the Open Clown Workshop at The Comedy Clubhouse Barcelona. Whether you’re an experienced clown wanting to exercise your clowning muscles or a complete beginner full of curiosity this workshop is for you. Sessions will usually focus on one particular aspect of clown for example: bafflement, befriending uncertainty, staying curious, freedom in failure, connecting with your pleasure, finding the game, eye contact with the audience. Our usual workshop teachers are experienced clowns who perform regularly in Barcelona and around the world. They have either trained with the legendary clown master Philipe Gaulier; performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival; organised their own cabaret shows; or have experience of developing clown numbers elsewhere. While every teacher has different strengths and exercises they’ll share, each workshop is designed to inspire you and help develop your skills as a comedic performer. This is a great place to meet new people, play games, have fun & learn new skills! The session lasts from 15.00 until 17:30 and it operates as a Pay What You Want workshop (suggested donation between 5 and 15 euros). It takes place at the Comedy Clubhouse on Via Laietana (be careful because there are two Comedy Clubhouses! It does not take place at the one on Carrer Canvis Nous!)

**TORNEM A LA CIUTADELLA!!** **NO us equivoqueu de lloc!** **[QUÉ ES EL SOFTCOMBAT?](https://youtu.be/Essu82NpRvc)** **[Qué es el Jugger? | El Jugger, qué es y cómo jugarlo](https://youtu.be/dfyrlQn14oM)** **[Qué es el LARP?](https://youtu.be/fB3FkxDZhBA)** El Softcombat és una activitat esportiva en la qual, mitjançant armes embuatades (conegudes com boffers), es recreen combats medievals, es practiquen jocs d'equip i s'aprenen moviments marcials de combat. El Rol en Viu consisteix a afegir-li una acció més teatral i dramàtica a aquests enfrontaments. Si t'interessa aprendre a combatre, emular les lluites de les teves pel·lícules favorites, lluitar amb espasa, subjectar un escut, dominar els secrets de l'equilibri de peus o fer fitnes d'un mode diferent; el Softcombat i el Rol en Viu són una activitat que has de provar. **És durant el matí de 11h a 13.30h quan major quantitat de participants es reuneixen. A la tarda, es queda(a vegades) un petit grup, però no es pot garantir la seva presència fins a les 18h, sobretot a l'hivern. Recomanem anar de demà.** *** **REGLES BÀSIQUES PER AL SOFTCOMBAT** **NORMATIVA I SEGURETAT** **la participació en un esdeveniment implica l'acceptació d'aquestes:** Per a garantir la seguretat dels participants, totes les armes alienes a seran testades prèviament, conservant-se el dret a admissió de l'arma o de l'usuari. Com tot esport de contacte, cal anar amb compte i apel·lar sempre al sentit comú i a la companyonia, en inscriure's en la nostra comunitat, el participant o tutors del participant accepten la total responsabilitat de qualsevol mal, lesió, pèrdua... que pugui succeir dins dels entrenaments. **La participació en un esdeveniment implica l'acceptació d'aquestes.** 1. No estan permesos cops **ni al cap ni en els genitals.** 2. **La/s ma/ns** que subjecten l'arma fins a la nina no són blanc vàlid. 3. **No es pot estocar,** només colpejar amb el lateral de l'arma. 4. **Abans de començar** qualsevol enfrontament, cal estendre les armes, procedir a una lleugera salutació mitjançant el xoc entre aquestes. 5. **Cuida del company** amb el qual entrenes. Vigila la seva esquena i advertir-li de forats, arbres, altres persones o altres irregularitats en el terreny. 6. **Abans d'emprar qualsevol propietat aliena**, demana permís al seu propietari. Si algú trenca l'equip d'una altra persona, el propietari pot reclamar una compensació econòmica pels materials. 7. Els **menors de 14 anys** hauran d'anar acompanyats d'un adult responsable. Els menors de 16 anys hauran de portar un document emès per un tutor responsable, eximint de responsabilitat als Organitzadors (o confirmar meetup conforme l'acceptació d'aquestes normes). 8. **L'Organització no es farà responsable** de cap mena de lesió, mal o ferida que pugui succeir durant els entrenaments. 9. Diverteix-te i gaudeix, és un gran esport. 10. **L'organització es reserva el dret a vetar** la participació als qui consideri, sense haver de donar explicacions. Sobretot davant persones que hagin demostrat de manera present o passada un comportament deshonest, vexatori o frau davant l'entitat, els seus membres o equip de direcció. 11. Amb la participació en les activitats de Softcombat Bcn Events Associació Cultural, es declara que l'interessat accepta la política de privacitat i tractament de dades personals concorde a la normativa vigent de la LOPD (UE 2016/679). La qual garanteix un tractament anònim i confidencial de les dades facilitades, excepte indicació explicita del signant. A més, garanteix que el seu ús només serà a mode de còmput de participants davant les autoritats legals territorials de manera numèrica, en cas que fos necessari. 12. D'igual mode, declara el seu consentiment perquè SoftBcn Events faci ús de qualsevol imatge, relacionada amb l'esdeveniment, amb la finalitat de realitzar promoció i difusió de la seva activitat a llarg termini. **MATERIALES PERMITIDOS** [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5WPtm8uctCcPuc-lq_x7h-Uly9cjclOS](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5WPtm8uctCcPuc-lq_x7h-Uly9cjclOS) **Conoce nuestras otras Redes sociales:** [https://www.facebook.com/SoftcombatBcn/](https://www.facebook.com/SoftcombatBcn/) [https://www.instagram.com/softcombatbcn/](https://www.instagram.com/softcombatbcn/) [https://www.youtube.com/softcombatbcnevents](https://www.youtube.com/softcombatbcnevents) [https://twitter.com/SoftBCN ](https://twitter.com/SoftBCN)

**Vols practicar i millorar el teu català mentre coneixes gent nova?** Cada diumenge ens trobem en un bar per conversar **en català**, en un ambient distès i agradable. La trobada és oberta tant a **persones que aprenen català com a catalanoparlants nadius**. És una oportunitat perfecta per practicar l’idioma, fer noves amistats i passar una bona estona xerrant sense presses. **T’hi esperem! Apunta’t i vine al vermut més internacional.** 🍻🗣️

Gente bonita, los esperamos cada domingo desde las 20:30 horas a compartir el Open Mic más Open de todo Barcelona, donde Lxs mas diversxs Artistas de todos los géneros, podrán mostrarnos y compartirnos toda su impronta, su magia, su música, su Arte. Les esperamos a partir de las 20:30 horas, cada domingo en Cueva de Lobos, Francisco Giner 23. Por favor, al inscribirse y enviar un mensaje

**Note:** *We receive bookings from many different platforms, so you can expect a lively group with people joining from all over the world. When you join this tour, you’ll be part of a fun, social crowd ready to explore the city together.* **Barcelona Speakeasy Pub Crawl – Hidden Bars & Tapas Tour** Step into the secret side of Barcelona’s nightlife on this Speakeasy Pub Crawl, where hidden bars, local tapas, and creative cocktails bring the city’s after-dark charm to life. This isn’t your average pub crawl — it’s an immersive journey through Barcelona’s underground drinking scene, led by a local nightlife insider who knows exactly where the city hides its best-kept secrets. Start your evening in the historic Gothic Quarter, where tucked-away taverns and moody speakeasies whisper stories of Prohibition-era glamour. Sip your first cocktail behind an unmarked door or inside a disguised venue that only locals know about. From there, you’ll hop between three to four unique bars — each with its own secret entrance, signature drinks, and unforgettable atmosphere. Along the way, indulge in authentic Spanish tapas, perfectly paired with your drinks. From sizzling patatas bravas to jamón ibérico and local cheese bites, every stop brings a taste of Barcelona’s culinary soul. Your guide will share fun stories about the city’s nightlife, culture, and hidden history — the kind of tales that never make it into the guidebooks. End the night at one of Barcelona’s most exciting nightlife spots, where you can dance, mingle, and celebrate with fellow travelers and locals alike. **✨ Highlights** * Discover Barcelona’s hidden speakeasies and secret cocktail bars * Enjoy authentic tapas paired with your drinks * Explore the Gothic Quarter and El Born’s lively nightlife * Learn insider stories and nightlife history from a local guide * Meet new people and experience Barcelona like a true insider Perfect for travelers who want more than just a night out — this tour blends culture, cuisine, and creativity into one unforgettable evening in Barcelona.

Nuestra nueva web: [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona) NEW SUBGRUPO PARA IR JUNTOS A LAS COMMON PEOPLE PARTY DE RAZZMATAZZ SOLO SINGLES VAMOS HACIENDO GRUPITO PARA IR A LAS PARTIES COMENTA TU INTERÉS EN EL CHAT PRO BAILA ROCK DE NUESTRA NUEVA WEB: [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona) ESTE SUBGRUPO SE ORGANIZA A TRAVÉS DE UN CHAT PRO DENTRO DE LA PLATAFORMA PATREON SINGLES BARCELONA. COLABORA, PARTICIPA Y EMPUJA. CREA ACTIVIDAD SOCIAL. COGE LA PALA. [https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona](https://www.patreon.com/singlesbarcelona) HABILITAMOS CHAT WHATSAPP para facilitar el encuentro birra previa.

Hola a tod@s ! Este domingo nos vamos de cañas por Born donde podremos practicar diferentes idiomas como español,inglés , francés , , portugués , italiano ruso etc ... Animate a conocer gente nueva. Este bar tiene una gran variedades de cervezas internacionales. ¡ Vamos a probarlas! 😉 🍻🍺 Me gustaría recordar que es obligatorio apuntarse en la página de meetup cuando se quiera asistir a un evento. También quiero recalcar que es necesario tener un comportamiento correcto y adecuado en todas las actividades propuestas,y que en caso de que esto no sea así, los organizadores se reservan el derecho de admisión de los participantes.No se permite ningún tipo de spam. 🇬🇧Hi everyone! This Sunday we are going to have drinks and fun in Born! It is a wonderful opportunity to practice as many languages as you like: Spanish,English, French, Italian, and Portuguese ,Russian... Come with us, meet new people and....enjoy! This bar has a great variety of international beers. Let's try them! 😉 🍻🍺 I would like to remind you that it is mandatory to sign up on the meetup page when you want to attend an event. I also want to emphasize that it is necessary to have a correct and appropriate behavior in all the proposed activities, and that in case this is not the case, the organizers reserve the right of admission of the participants. No type of spam is allowed. 🇫🇷 Bonjour à tous! Ce dimanche nous allons faire la fête dans le Born où nous pouvons pratiquer différentes langues comme l'espagnol, l'anglais, le français, le portugais, russe,etc ... Motivez-vous à rencontrer de nouvelles personnes. Ce bar propose une grande variété de bières internationales. Essayons-les ! 🍻🍺😉 🍻🍺 Je vous rappelle qu'il est obligatoire de s'inscrire sur la page meetup lorsque vous souhaitez assister à un événement. Je tiens également à souligner qu'il est nécessaire d'avoir un comportement correct et approprié dans toutes les activités proposées, et qu'au cas où ce ne serait pas le cas, les organisateurs se réservent le droit d'admission des participants.Aucun type de spam n'est autorisé. 🇮🇹Ciaooo a tutti! Questa domenica ci troviamo nel Born per fare un po’ di festa! Sarà un’occasione per praticare tante lingue:spagnolo, inglese, francese, portoghese, russo... Vieni a divertirti con noi! Questo bar ha una grande varietà di birre internazionali. Proviamoli! 😉 🍻🍺 Vorrei ricordarvi che è obbligatorio iscriversi alla pagina del meetup quando si vuole partecipare ad un evento. Ci tengo inoltre a sottolineare che è necessario avere un comportamento corretto ed adeguato in tutte le attività proposte, e che in caso contrario gli organizzatori si riservano il diritto di ammissione dei partecipanti Non è consentito alcun tipo di spam. 🇵🇹 🇧🇷Olá a todos! Neste Domingo vamos fazer festa no Born onde podemos praticar vários idiomas como Espanhol,Inglês, Francês, , Português, ruso etc ... Incentive-se a conhecer novas pessoas Este bar tem uma grande variedade de cervejas internacionais. Vamos experimentá-los! 😉🍻🍺 Gostaria de lembrar que é obrigatório se inscrever na página do Meetup quando quiser participar de um evento. Ressalto também que é necessário um comportamento correto e adequado em todas as atividades propostas, e caso não seja o caso, os organizadores se reservam o direito de admissão dos participantes, não sendo permitido nenhum tipo de spam. Neste evento, por segurança, teremos que conversar um pouco mais distância 🇷🇺Всем привет! В это воскресенье мы будем выпивать и веселиться в Born! Это прекрасная возможность попрактиковать столько языков, сколько захотите: испанский, английский, французский, итальянский, португальский, русский... Присоединяйтесь к нам, знакомьтесь с новыми людьми и... наслаждайтесь! В этом баре представлен большой выбор пива со всего мира. Давайте попробуем! 😉 🍻🍺 Напоминаю, что регистрация на странице встречи обязательна для участия в мероприятии. Также хочу подчеркнуть важность корректного и соответствующего поведения на всех предлагаемых мероприятиях. В случае несоблюдения этого правила организаторы оставляют за собой право допустить участников. Спам в любой форме запрещён.

(Castellano abajo) **Relax, Eat, Learn & Make Friends!** Join us for a morning of **Hatha-Vinyasa Yoga** followed by a delicious **Brunch** and a fun-filled **Language Exchange** session. During the yoga session, we'll focus on techniques to promote a pain-free life. Our instructor will guide you through gentle yoga poses, breathing exercises, and meditation, helping you relieve stress and find inner peace. No prior yoga experience is required, the session is suitable for all levels. After the yoga session, it's time to enjoy a delicious Brunch, to mingle and practice your language skills! Engage in lively conversations with participants from around the world, exchanging languages and cultural knowledge. Meet fellow expats and Spanish locals who are eager to make new connections. **Menu** **Choose 1 dish:** \- Waffles with bananas\, whipped cream\, chocolate sauce\, truffles or profiteroles\. \- Vegetarian burger with a kale and quinoa patty\, cilantro\, lettuce\, arugula\, tomatoes\, onion\, avocado\, mozzarella or vegan cheese\, served with a mixed salad\. \- Beef burger with cured ham\, tomato\, soft\-boiled egg\, onion\, and arugula\, served with a mixed salad\. **Choose 2 drinks:** Fresh orange juice / mimosa + any coffee / hot chocolate / mulled wine / ginger infusion Whether you're interested in learning Spanish, French, English, or any other language, this event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in language learning while having a great time. Expand your social network, discover new cultures, and share experiences with people from diverse backgrounds. **When** On Sunday from 12 pm to 4 pm Arrive 5 minutes early, after 10 minutes from the start, entry is not allowed. **Place** The Yoga session will take place at Espai Dodecaedre: C/Dos de Maig 202, ground floor 3 - Barcelona (Metros: Encants / Glòries). From there we'll walk to the brunch place. **What to bring** Comfortable clothing, water and a towel. Bring your own mat or rent one from us for just €2. **Prices** Just the Yoga class: €12 Just the Brunch: €23 Full Pack Yoga + Brunch: €30 \*Confirm your attendance in advance, there are only 15 spots. **Pay** Contact me for payment details (Bizum, Revolut, Wise, Trade Republic or Bank Transfer). Send a message with full name, screenshot of payment and chosen option. In cash during the previous language exchanges. NO SHOWS: there won't be refunds no matter the reason. **Cancellations** At least 24 hours in advance. Refund in credits to use in the next session. **Contact** For more information, send me a private message or email: info@speakquick.es Follow me on Instagram: [Yoga With Aina](https://www.instagram.com/yogawithaina/) [Barcelona Language Exchange](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonalanguageexchange/) \-\-\- **¡Relájate, come, aprende y haz amigos!** Únete a nosotros para una mañana de **Yoga** **Hatha-Vinyasa** seguida de un delicioso **Brunch** y una sesión de intercambio de idiomas llena de diversión. Durante la sesión de yoga, nos centraremos en técnicas para promover una vida sin dolor. Nuestra instructora te guiará a través de suaves posturas de yoga, ejercicios de respiración y meditación, ayudándote a aliviar el estrés y encontrar la paz interior. No se requiere experiencia previa en yoga, la sesión es apta para todos los niveles. Después de la sesión de yoga, es hora de disfrutar de un delicioso brunch, socializar y practicar tus habilidades lingüísticas. Participa en animadas conversaciones con personas de todo el mundo, intercambiando idiomas y conocimientos culturales. Conocerás a otros expatriados y gente local con ganas de hacer nuevas conexiones. **Menú** **Elige 1 plato:** \- Gofres con plátano\, nata montada\, salsa de chocolate\, trufas o profiteroles\. \- Hamburguesa vegetariana de kale y quinoa\, cilantro\, lechuga\, rúcula\, tomate\, cebolla\, aguacate\, mozzarella o queso vegano\, servida con ensalada mixta\. \- Hamburguesa de ternera con jamón curado\, tomate\, huevo pasado por agua\, cebolla y rúcula\, servida con ensalada mixta\. **Elige 2 bebidas:** Zumo de naranja natural / mimosa + cualquier café / chocolate caliente / vino caliente / infusión de jengibre Ya sea que estés interesada en aprender español, francés, inglés o cualquier otro idioma, este evento ofrece una oportunidad única para sumergirte en el aprendizaje de idiomas mientras te lo pasas genial. Amplía tu red social, descubre nuevas culturas y comparte experiencias con personas de diversos orígenes. **Cuándo** Domingo de 12h a 16 h. Llega 5 minutos antes, pasados 10 minutos del inicio no se permite la entrada. **Lugar** La sesión de Yoga tendrá lugar en Espai Dodecaedre: C/Dos de Maig 202, planta baja 3 - Barcelona (Metros: Encants / Glòries). Desde allí caminaremos hasta el lugar del brunch. **Qué traer** Ropa cómoda, agua y una toalla. Trae tu propia esterilla o alquila una con nosotros por solo 2 €. **Precios** Sólo la clase de Yoga: 12€ Sólo el Brunch: 23€ Pack Completo Yoga + Brunch: 30€ \*Confirma asistencia con antelación, sólo hay 15 plazas. **Pago** Ponte en contacto conmigo para obtener los datos de pago (Bizum, Revolut, Wise, Trade Republic o Transferencia Bancaria). Envía un mensaje con nombre completo, captura de pantalla del pago y opción elegida. En efectivo durante los intercambios de idiomas previos. NO PRESENTARSE: No se harán reembolsos sin importar la razón. **Cancelaciones** Al menos con 24 horas de antelación. Reembolso en créditos para utilizar en la próxima sesión. **Contacto** Para más información envíame un mensaje privado o un email: info@speakquick.es Sígueme en Instagram: [Yoga With Aina](https://www.instagram.com/yogawithaina/) [Barcelona Language Exchange](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonalanguageexchange/)

¿Te gusta la música en vivo? En el bar Big Bang cada domingo a partir de las 20h, nos encontramos para crear noches muy especiales con gente que quiere compartir sus temas propios o sus versiones. ¡También cada lunes, miércoles y jueves a partir de las 20:30h! Músicos de todo el mundo vienen a tocar un par de temas, ofreciéndonos un espectáculo ecléctico. Entrada Gratuita. Consumición Mínima Obligatoria. ¡¡Tres horas de música en vivo!! ¡¡Ven y disfruta del show!! No se reservan mesas. Admisión por estricto orden de llegada. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Do you like live music? At the Big Bang Bar, every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday we meet together to create a special show starring people who want to share covers or their own songs with us. Various musicians come to play a couple of songs, giving us a night of very different styles of music and sounds. Three hours of live music. Come and enjoy the show!

Hola amig@s!! Para disfrutar juntos de la **energía que se crea al meditar en grupo**, te invitamos a este lindo plan de domingo en nuestro Centro de meditación, que es un oasis de paz y tranquilidad en el centro de la ciudad 🌈💫🌿🧘🏻‍♀️🧘🏻‍♂️ Esta es la **actividad que te proponemos:** De **12h a 12,30h** meditación guiada De **12,30h a 13h** visita guiada Al finalizar, si te apetece, podrás tomar algo en nuestro **Café de La Paz**, un bonito espacio amplio y relajado y compartir la experiencia con los demás. ☕️🍪🧁 Pruébalo y disfrutarás de una **Relajación y bienestar total** para un broche de oro del finde. No necesitas experiencia, tod@s son bienvenid@s!! ❤️🤩 Organiza: **Centro de Meditación Kadampa** de Barcelona. Somos una entidad sin ánimo de lucro creada para ayudar a las personas a desarrollar su paz mental y encontrar métodos prácticos para resolver los problemas cotidianos. Ofrecemos sesiones gratuitas y cursos de meditación desde nuestros dos centros en Barcelona ciudad y Montserrat (San Salvador de Guardiola) para ayudar a las personas. Formamos parte de una Fundación Internacional para la difusión de la filosofía budista y la meditación en todo el mundo 🙏🏻

**[Don't forget to join our community whatsapp group for latest updates!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LuRw9VfBIKlEfwO2PAqow3)** Are you new in town and looking to meet people in a relaxed, welcoming way? Join us at Nomad House for an easygoing afternoon designed to help newcomers connect, hang out, and feel at home — followed by an open deck to close the day. [Sign up as a DJ for the open deck](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4xV6kUN9ISBmfR5ZSDJp0mRqKZLQ_zs1-wQzAbqVy6jIw5Q/viewform?usp=header) At 17:00 we will start ordering or putting pizza's in the oven. Make sure you are on time because they go fast. **No worries about payment Pizza is on the house and completely free!** At the meetup you can meet other people who are also new to the city (or just open to meeting new faces). No pressure, no formal networking — just good conversations in a cozy space. As the night progresses, we’ll smoothly transition into more and more of an open deck session, where any DJ can play music and keep the vibe going into the afternoon. This event is perfect if you: • Just moved to the city • Want to meet people in a low-key, friendly setting • Enjoy music, community vibes, or just feel like dancing • Are curious about the BENE-FIT community 📍 Location: Nomad House 🎶 Music: Open Deck 🫶 First time attending? This event is very first-timer friendly. Many people come alone, and there’s no expectation to “network,” pitch, or know anyone beforehand. You can join conversations at your own pace, grab a seat, and simply enjoy the atmosphere.

* Este Domingo libera tu energia latina con nuestro taller de baile. Aprende a bailar junto nuestros porfesores mientras conoces nueva gente y disfrutas de un ambiente caribeño en el Sabor Cubano y sus auténticos mojitos. * El taller comenzará con 1 hora de Bachata, y 1 hora de Salsa. * La entrada es libre con una consumición mínima. * \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- * This Sunday release your Latin energy with our dance workshop. Learn to dance while you meet new people and enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere at Sabor Cubano and their authentic mojitos. * The workshop will start with 1 hour of Bachata, and 1 hour of Salsa. * Admission is free with a minimum of one drink.

Open week in La Calíope Come and try our stretching class to finish your week relaxed .

Join Squad8 Volleyball for **indoor open play** in **Manassas** on **Sunday, Feb 8th from 5:00–8:00 PM**. This run is best for **B/BB-level players** (intermediate to high-intermediate). We keep it **social and welcoming**—competitive enough for good games, but not overly intense. Our focus is more on **community and having fun** than winning every point. 💲 **$15 per person** 👥 **Limited spots available** — please RSVP/confirm early. Questions? Contact **Shirley: (571) 480-2910**

**Title**: Powering AI Through Data Modernization: Modernizing ETL with Databricks & Unity Catalog In this session, we will discuss how enterprises are modernizing their data platforms by migrating from legacy ETL tools (such as Informatica and traditional data warehouses) to Databricks Lakehouse architecture, and how Unity Catalog enables enterprise-grade governance, security, and discoverability across data and AI assets. We will start with food and drinks at 6pm and then move into the presentation at 6:30pm. The session will cover: * Why traditional ETL platforms are becoming a bottleneck for scale, cost, and AI adoption * How Databricks changes the data engineering and analytics operating mode * The role of Unity Catalog in centralized governance * How this foundation enables AI and Gene.AI use cases on trusted data * Q&A Our speaker for this event is **Hirenkumar Dholariya**. Hirenkumar Dholariya is a Senior Data Engineering Architect with 18+ years of experience modernizing enterprise data platforms for global Fortune 500 organizations, delivering up to 40% system performance improvement and 20–35% infrastructure cost reduction through large-scale migration from legacy ETL platforms to cloud-native Lakehouse architectures. He specializes in Databricks-based data engineering, Unity Catalog–driven governance, and building scalable, secure, and real-time analytics platforms. He has led multiple enterprise-wide transformations from tools such as Informatica and traditional data warehouses to Databricks, establishing governed data foundations using Unity Catalog and enabling advanced analytics and AI use cases on top of trusted data platforms. His leadership focuses on architecting durable data platforms, enabling teams to move faster with confidence, and translating data and AI investments into measurable business outcomes. *

**Inflow 6:00 PM - Talks Start \~6:30 PM** **Reston Community Center - 2310 Colts Neck Rd, Reston, VA 20191** NoVA Hackers is a group located in the Northern Virginia area and is made up of Information Security Professionals from all walks of life, from government and private sector, to students and beginners. The monthly meetings are held much like a mini-conference with 4-8 speakers and only a few basic but strict rules. Participation and Permission Active Participation is required for continued membership and is the only due required. Permission is required to be obtained from anyone providing information to the group from the person providing it to be made public by anyone other than the provider. Historically our talks generally run a bit late and we have a hard stop at 9:30pm for the room. If you want to socialize we recommend you arrive at 6 to meet and greet before the talks. Agendas and remote meeting option available after you join the group.

We will be meeting at Starbucks to learn together. Come with an online class you're already going through or an interest and we will try to connect you with a course where you can learn it. Already have a skill you want to contribute to a Kaggle Datascience competition? We will work on these too! Laptop required :)

Join us for Python Project Night! Project Nights are informal gatherings where attendees can bring their own projects and work together (or just next to each other). We'll have at least one experienced Python web developer on hand to help less experienced people with their projects. We host these project nights each month in addition to our normal talk meetups. Agenda • 6:30-7:00pm - Arrive, eat and catch up (thank Chief (http://agencychief.com/) for the food!) • 7:00pm-8:45pm - Coworking What could you do at project night, you ask? • Work on your own side projects with other people doing the same • Get help learning Python (or Django or Flask) from more experienced developers. (Or, help mentor other attendees if you're already a whiz) • Ask for a code review for a project you've been working on by yourself • Talk through a particular problem with someone who has solved it before • Just hang out and have some cool conversations! We are cross-listing this event with DC Python, so please RSVP to only one so we can get an accurate headcount.

**Agenda :** * 4.30 to 4.45 PM ET: Food and Networking * 4.45 to 5.30 PM ET: "Practical Applications of Model Context Protocol (MCP) (Feb 2026 Edition)" Hello Everyone! Please join us for our Feb 10th edition of the AI-ML MeetUp. **Please note this is an in-person meeting and light refreshments/food will be provided.** **Title:** Practical Applications of Model Context Protocol (MCP) (Feb 2026 Edition) **Description:** This session explores how the Model Context Protocol (MCP) can be used to connect AI models with real-world tools and data. Attendees will learn practical patterns for implementing MCP in production workflows and applications. Through examples and use cases, the session highlights how MCP enables more capable, context-aware AI systems. **Location:** The meeting will be hosted in the Applied Information Sciences ( AIS ) office in Reston, at 11440 Commerce Park Dr # 600 · Reston, VA. The location is also right off the Silver Line metro's Wiehle-Reston Metro Station. **Parking:** Parking is paid and can be validated at the AIS office reception. We will meet in Room Lake Anne. We hope to see you all there!!!!