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Fun Debate : Dogs vs Cats
Loyal goofballs or purry fluffballs?
From the ridiculous amounts we spend on our pets to the way we proudly identify ourselves as “dog people” or “cat people,” our furry companions say a lot about how we live and maybe even who we are.
So let's tackle one of humanity’s oldest, and most important, divisions: Team Dog vs Team Cat 😄
Expect playful arguments, friendly chaos, and zero actual animals harmed 🐶🐱 Just strong opinions and good vibes 😊
This debate will follow a British Parliamentary format with eight debaters split into four teams of two.
Participants who wish to speak are highly encouraged to bring a paper and pen. You are welcome to participate even if you have no prior debating experience.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
We aim for debates that are respectful, constructive, and welcoming.
• Respect ideas and people: Listen actively, stay quiet while others speak, and debate arguments, not identities or beliefs.
• Be concise and civil: Keep questions short and relevant; avoid hostility, hate speech, or discrimination.
• Respect boundaries and time: No unwanted advances or suggestive behavior; arrive on time to avoid disrupting the debate.
• Follow moderators: They guide the discussion and ensure fairness.
Looking forward to seeing you there 😊
Antwerpen Book Club Meetup February 2026 - The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
Sybil Van Antwerp has throughout her life used letters to make sense of the world and her place in it. Most mornings, around half past ten, Sybil sits down to write letters—to her brother, to her best friend, to the president of the university who will not allow her to audit a class she desperately wants to take, to Joan Didion and Larry McMurtry to tell them what she thinks of their latest books, and to one person to whom she writes often yet never sends the letter.
Sybil expects her world to go on as it always has—a mother, grandmother, wife, divorcee, distinguished lawyer, she has lived a very full life. But when letters from someone in her past force her to examine one of the most painful periods of her life, she realizes that the letter she has been writing over the years needs to be read and that she cannot move forward until she finds it in her heart to offer forgiveness.
Filled with knowledge that only comes from a life fully lived, The Correspondent is a gem of a novel about the power of finding solace in literature and connection with people we might never meet in person. It is about the hubris of youth and the wisdom of old age, and the mistakes and acts of kindness that occur during a lifetime. Sybil Van Antwerp’s life of letters might be “a very small thing,” but she also might be one of the most memorable characters you will ever find.
Public Speaking Workshop Series – 4-session programme
First impressions matter – especially when you speak.
In this first session, we focus on how to **open a speech or presentation with impact**. You’ll learn how to capture attention from the first seconds, clarify your message early and avoid the common mistake of “warming up” too long.
This is a **practical workshop**:
* You will speak
* You will receive live feedback
* Your presentation will be recorded so you can track your progress
This session is part of a **four-session public speaking programme**. Participants are expected to attend all four sessions to get the full benefit.
Cost: 20€ for the whole programme.
Workshop dates (Wednesdays):
• 7 January
• 21 January
• 4 February
• 18 February
Hatha Yoga open level class in Etterbeek
* **Booking + advance payment is necessary please in our online booking system** [click here](https://www.danceandzumbafun.com/book.html)
**YOGA IS FOR EVERYONE -** **also for you :)** no matter your age, weight or physical shape. This is an «**open level**» class where beginners and experienced practioners are welcome! Our excellent teacher had 16 years' experience. She provides alternative postures during the class, adapted to your level, and will gently correct you when needed.
Hatha yoga is ideal if you are looking to re-connect with your body and improve your physical health. It's practiced more slowly and with more static hold than other yoga types, allowing time to sink into deeper poses. It's thus ideal for **efficient stretching**, and a good choice for beginners.
Thanks to your yoga practice you will **develop strength, increase flexibility, your physical balance and stability, and can also find inner balance and strengthen yourself mentally.**
Our venue is spacious: you don't have to be too close to each other and it's easy to see the teacher. We ventilate with fresh air (not air condition). Please remember to bring your mat!
**BOOKING NECESSARY PLEASE:**
* **Booking + advance payment is necessary please in our online booking system** [click here](https://www.danceandzumbafun.com/book.html)
(Email if you prefer to pay in cash.)
**Your price choices:**
\- No inscription fee\, no member fee\!
\- You choose to pay per class or to buy a multiple class card at reduced price\. Online payment in the booking system\. If you prefer to pay in cash you need to email before\.
\- 1 class = €15\, or €14 reduced price full time students <25 years\, unemployed all ages\, retired\.
* 5-class "All classes" pass valid 6 weeks = 70 euros
* 10-class "All classes" pass valid 12 weeks = 130 euros.
* 20-class "All classes" pass valid 6 weeks = 220 euros.
* 20-class "All classes" pass valid 6 months = 260 euros.
The "All class" passes are valid for the Hatha Yoga, Muscle Tone & Strength, Muscle strengthening, and Zumba classes of your choice.
**Practical info:**
\- Address: Rue Doyen Boone 6\, 1040 Etterbeek\.
\- Metro: Schuman or Merode\, Tram 81\, several bus lines\, free parking in the street or inside of Parc Cinquantenaire between the museums\.
\- Bring your own mat please \(if you don't have one you can borrow one the first time: email to book it\!\)\.
\- It can be nice to bring a blanket or sweater for the relaxation at the end\.
\- Bring a water bottle \(you can fill it up by tap water at the venue\)\.
\- Most participants arrive already in their sport outfit\, but you can get changed at the venue \(however no showers\)\.
**Contact:**
Questions? Email Sofie: [info@danceandzumbafun.com](mailto:info@danceandzumbafun.com)
Our website: [www.danceandzumbafun.com](http://www.danceandzumbafun.com/)
Booking system: [https://www.danceandzumbafun.com/book.html](https://www.danceandzumbafun.com/book.html)
A WARM WELCOME to former and new participants! Sofie
Let’s Connect in Brussels – O’Dance Fiesta Wednesday
### **O’DANCE FIESTA — WEDNESDAYS IN BRUSSELS**
**Bring the sunshine to your week!**
***Salsa – Bachata – Kizomba***
Meet, dance, connect & make new friends
📍 Rue Montoyer 1, 1000 Brussels
**EVERY WEDNESDAY**
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**6:30 PM** – Welcome + Salsa mini demo
**7:00 PM** – Salsa Beginners
**8:00 PM** – Salsa Intermediate
**9:00 PM** – Practica & SBK Dance Social – FREE Entry
INSTA: [O'dance_events](https://www.instagram.com/odance_events?igsh=MXg5eXE4d3g1bXdjMw==)
PHONE :0499/891868
No partner? No problem!
Warm, fun & international vibe
Join the O’Dance energy and dance your heart out!
### **O’DANCE FIESTA — TOUS LES MERCREDIS À BRUXELLES**
**Faites entrer le soleil dans votre semaine !**
***Salsa – Bachata – Kizomba***
Dansez, rencontrez, connectez et créez de nouvelles amitiés
📍 Rue Montoyer 1, 1000 Bruxelles
**TOUS LES MERCREDIS**
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**18h30** – Accueil
**19h00** – Cours de Salsa débutants
**20h00** – Cours de Salsa intermédiaires
**21h00** – Practika & SBK Social (ENTREE GRATUITE)
INSTA: [O'dance_events](https://www.instagram.com/odance_events?igsh=MXg5eXE4d3g1bXdjMw==)
PHONE :0499/891868
Pas de partenaire ? Pas de souci !
Une ambiance chaleureuse, fun et internationale
Rejoignez l’énergie O’Dance et dansez à fond !
Trump’s “3D Chess” in Geopolitics: Strategy or Improvised Disruption?
**This week’s session is a structured debate.**
The question is not whether you *like* Donald Trump.
The question is whether his geopolitical actions represent a coherent long-term strategic recalibration — or short-term transactional disruption.
We aim for analytical distance.
No cult energy. No Trump Derangement Syndrome.
We examine the **who**, **what, why, when, and how**:
* What concrete strategic shifts occurred under his policies?
* Why did he use tariffs, sanctions, NATO pressure, and bilateral deals as leverage?
* When does unpredictability strengthen negotiation?
* How did his approach change global alignments?
* Did he accelerate the shift from cooperation to competitive realism?
This debate welcomes different conclusions:
* Was this strategic chess?
* Was it destabilizing improvisation?
* Was it a transitional phase in a multipolar world?
* Did it expose fragilities in the liberal international order?
## **What Makes This Different**
We are not here for partisan tribalism.
**We welcome:**
* **Pro-Trump arguments**
* **Anti-Trump arguments**
* **Structural/system-level critiques**
We reject:
* Moral hysteria
* Slogan repetition
* Performative outrage
* Intellectual laziness
* TDS
This is not a space for ideological defense teams.
It is a space for stress-testing ideas.
No one will be shamed for defending or criticizing Trump.
Ideas will be challenged. Individuals will not.
## **Debate Principles**
* Speak from analysis, not emotion
* Bring facts, context, or comparative examples
* Distinguish personality from policy outcomes
* Argue ideas, not identities
Strong disagreement is expected.
Good faith is required.
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## **Location & RSVP**
📍 Ixelles – public bar
Exact venue shared via WhatsApp after RSVP.
Join here to confirm attendance:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/LX7UkWGZ3UdLQWLBvNdezN
Briefly introduce yourself when joining.
AS always, no creeps or people who are looking to date.
International Co-Working Day 💻
Facilitated co-working sessions designed to balance deep focus and meaningful networking.
Spend a day surrounded by innovators and career professionals from diverse industries and countries — working on similar challenges, sharing insights, and open to collaboration.
Agenda
🕘 10:00 – 10:30 | Arrival & Coffee Settle in, grab a coffee, and get comfortable.
🗣️ 10:30 – 11:00 | Intro Circle Quick introductions: who you are, what you’re working on, and your biggest current challenge. Group input and perspectives encouraged.
💻 11:00 – 13:00 | Deep Work or Networking (Optional)
Choose between deep work or intentional networking.
🥗 13:00 – 14:00 | Group Lunch
Shared lunch with relaxed conversation and connection.
💻 14:00 – 16:00 | Deep Work or Networking (Optional)
Choose between continued focus or intentional networking.
🔥 16:00 – 16:20 | Member Spotlight
One member presents a project they’re working on, followed by group feedback and Q&A.
🎯 16:20 – 16:45 | Closing Circle
Reflect on the day and share achievements, insights, and next steps.
Attendance Note
This event is free with 10 spots available. If something comes up and you can’t attend, please let us know as soon as you can so we can offer your spot to someone else.
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Open Coworking Day: Join and Cowork on Your Projects
Join us for a full day of collaborative work at HSBXL! This event is open to everyone who enjoys working in a community environment, whether you're advancing on business ventures, freelance projects, or creative endeavors. Bring your laptops, your enthusiasm, and your projects to collaborate, learn, and share in the main room of our spacious hackerspace.
During this **8-hour co-working event**, you'll have the opportunity to work on your project, ask for feedback, offer help to others, and if you wish, share your achievements at the end of the day.
**Please Note**: While HSBXL has multiple rooms for various purposes, this coworking event is taking place in the main room. It's important to note that online meetings should be avoided during this event to prevent noise disturbance and to maintain a conducive work environment for everyone.
\#\#\# What the day will look like:
1\. Introduction and setting up: Find a comfortable spot in the main room\, set up your workspace and grab a Club Mate\, soft drink\, or a coffee to get your day started\.
2\. Work Session: Dive into your project\, seek assistance\, and collaborate with others\.
3\. Sharing Session: Optional\, but encouraged\! Share what you've worked on\, your challenges\, and triumphs\.
\#\#\# How to get to HSBXL:
HSBXL is located in Brussels. For detailed instructions on how to get to the hackerspace, please visit [here](https://hsbxl.be/enter/). If you encounter any issues while trying to get in, you can contact us at +32 28804004. Please note that the phone is inside the space. Alternatively, you can also reach out to us in our [Matrix chatroom](https://matrix.to/#/#hsbxl:matrix.org).
\#\#\# Requirements
Please bring your laptop, and if you have, an extension cord. The space has WiFi, but having your own internet backup solution can also be useful.
Join us at this **8-hour co-working day** in the main room of HSBXL, and we hope you'll have made progress on your projects, learned something new, and most importantly, enjoyed the power of community collaboration. Whether you're a freelancer, entrepreneur, or creative, we welcome you to this day of productivity, sharing, and collaboration.
Toastmasters Antwerpen: Confidence Workshop
**Subject: Unleash Your Confidence: A Strategy & Change Workshop for Lasting Impact**
**Hello Toastmasters and Guests!**
**Do you sometimes feel the pressure of modern society? Between the constant flow of information, social media, and global uncertainty, confidence is no longer a luxury—it is a crucial skill. It is the key to finding calm and strength, both within yourself and in your environment.**
**On February 19, 2026, we invite you to an intensive 2-hour journey: "Unleash Your Confidence." This session moves beyond superficial tips, combining deep introspection with immediate action.**
**What will you learn?**
* **Holistic Confidence: Explore the Five Levels of Confidence (Thinking, Imagining, Feeling, Physical Sensations, and Acting) to align your mindset with your 'Ideal Self.'**
* **Thought Transformation: Identify your inner critic (the Ego Voice) and learn to reframe it into a powerful, positive Affirmation using proven techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and NLP.**
* **Immediate Action: Experience a Stage Moment where you physically anchor your new belief. This provides social validation and an immediate boost to your confidence!**
* **Lasting Change: Conclude with concrete, small 'Next Steps' to turn this transformation into a permanent habit.**
**Why should you attend?**
* **It’s a Necessity: Confidence helps you lead, manage stress, and bring peace to those around you.**
* **Scientifically Backed: Based on NLP and CBT, this workshop ensures proven, lasting results rather than just a temporary "high."**
* **Take Responsibility: This is an action-oriented session. You will go home with a tangible affirmation and a concrete roadmap.**
**When and by whom?**
* **Date: February 19, 2026**
* **Duration: 2 hours (including a social break at the bar)**
* **Location: Centre of Antwerp, exact location To be confirmed (stay tuned!)**
* **Presenter: Elise Luyckx, expert on Strategy & Change Workshops.**
**Don’t miss this opportunity to master your internal dialogue. Put it in your agenda today and start your journey to a more confident you!**
Register through: [https://www.toastmastersantwerpen.be/be-our-guest](https://www.toastmastersantwerpen.be/be-our-guest)
🌟EuroMeet: Connecting with International Friends in Brussels Every Friday🍻🎉
✨ **Meet new people in Brussels** **in a friendly, relaxed and international atmosphere.** The ambience is relatively quiet, calm and sober for easy-going casual conversation, with no chaos and loud party music in the background!
🍻 Large selection of drinks and food available
🌍 Internationals, expats & locals welcome
👨👩👧👧 Over 10,000 members overall in our Brussels community! The event was also covered in a recent article from Brussels Times: [https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network](https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/1949146/euromeet-the-real-life-brussels-social-network)
😀 Our events usually attract **30–40 attendees**, with an age average of around 35 years old and good gender balance (the event announcement is relayed across multiple social media, not just on this page)
💪 Organized weekly since early 2025
🩷 **Safe, respectful environment, and zero tolerance for any harassment!** The organizer is always present all evening in case of problems. You can also leave any anonymous feedback about the event here under this form: [https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form](https://gmogni.aidaform.com/brasserie-meetup-feedback-form)
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Looking to meet new people and expand your social circle in Brussels, as well as your network of professional contacts? Join us **every Friday evening anytime from 18:30** **and until at least 23h** **at** **the** **“Quartier Leopold”** **brasserie**, in the heart of the famous Place du Luxembourg in front of the European Parliament, for a fun, relaxed night of **drinks, food, spontaneous conversations, and great vibes**! 💛
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📍 **Location**: “Quartier Leopold” brasserie, Pl. du Luxembourg 9, 1050 Ixelles
📌 **Google Maps**: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oCvSP1AGZNX2ZV3C8) (don't worry if you see the bar marked as "closed" on Google Maps for the Friday nights, they will always be open for us!)
**🌐 Website of the venue**: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/en)
📸 **Pictures gallery from previous events:** [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LRbsinA1wEtUrDhlyw8K6Uz9YKeq0_dw?usp=sharing)
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✨ **Why you’ll love it**:
✅ **Everyone is welcome**, even if you don’t know anyone else yet—expats, locals, newcomers, solo adventurers, or groups!
✅ Completely **free to attend**—just grab a drink and join the fun! Please ask the bartenders when you arrive if unsure where to find our meetup group and tables
✅ Possibility to make also useful **professional exchanges and networking** with other participants who work in similar domains, so remember to bring also your business card!
✅ Tons of **indoor and outdoor space available**—the square in front of the bar is quite pedestrian-friendly, and we have a private large room reserved entirely for the Meetup participants at the back of the bar!
✅ Possibility to have **dinner at the brasserie** during the meetup (until 22h), thanks to its comprehensive selection of dishes available in the menu: [https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0](https://www.quartier-leopold.be/web/content/1467?unique=b27f82e985f525417a92cbeaf0f1ac1c5e2fb4a0)
✅ **Want to keep the night going?** After the meetup, we often continue as a group to explore nightlife hotspots in the city center.
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💬 **Stay connected with our Community**:
▶️ Join our **Facebook/Messenger chat** to get updates and easily find the group on arrival:[ ](https://m.me/ch/Abaqvj9lxNT3_xh7/)[https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/](https://m.me/ch/AbaV86vk4SHop_eD/)
▶️ Otherwise, if you prefer to use **WhatsApp**, please join this other group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FMjWrr9wCR7JYsudMD6XV0)
▶️ We are also active on **Telegram**: [https://t.me/euromeet_meetup](https://t.me/euromeet_meetup "https://t.me/euromeet_meetup")
▶️ And don’t forget to join our **EuroMeet Facebook group** for many more social events in Brussels: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet](https://www.facebook.com/groups/euromeet)
▶️ Finally, we also manage a **professional networking group on LinkedIn** as well, for more easily retrieving each other's LinkedIn profiles and identifying people who also work in similar domains: [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13194613/)
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Come alone or bring a friend—either way, you’ll leave with **new friends, great memories, and maybe even some ideas on how to develop further your professional career!** See you this Friday! 🍻✨😀
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📧 Got questions? Reach out to the **organizer**: [gabriele.mogni@gmail.com](mailto:gabriele.mogni@gmail.com)
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👉 Please **RSVP on Meetup** if you would like to attend our next event, so that we can plan accordingly.
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Open Garage
De Open Garage is een wekelijkse nerdvriendelijke café-avond in de makerspace/garage van Anthony Liekens.
Wekelijks zijn er een paar stamgasten present en ben je zeker ook welkom om eens te komen kijken of een ideetje of technisch probleem op informele manier aan de groep voor te stellen.
Breng iets mee om te drinken en share het in onze community koelkast. Maak-projectjes om over te brainstormen of aan te werken, en vriendjes zijn zeker ook welkom.
Minderjarigen zijn welkom, maar enkel onder begeleiding van een volwassene.
NEW TIME-- 6 PM!! Deep Conversation-- Question Chosen in Session
Welcome to our weekly event in the upstairs room of The Sister Café, rue Chair et Pain 3, one block from the Grand Place. Please get there early enough to order your drink at the bar first. Thank you!
After introductions we will collect questions from the group participants, choose one by voting then discuss it for an hour. Then most of us stay for drinks and bizarre conversations.
Past questions have been wide and not confined to academic philosophy:
What is a genuine friend?
Is social media turning us into emotional zombies?
Do we lose some of the experience of things by defining them?
Are we driven by sex?
Is loneliness a personal failure?
Is morality relative?
**Crucially, be kind and respectful and generous** in your disagreements; remember how much you personally enjoy someone else proving you wrong before celebrating your cutting counterexamples.
Brunch and Connect: Make New Friends
⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**This is a curated, small-group meetup make new friends in Brussels.**
Each meetup brings together 4–6 like-minded people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to organize and ensure everyone’s a good fit.
👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com](https://groupvibe.com)
Once you register, and **buy a ticket or become a Groupvibe member**, we’ll share the exact location and match you with your group.
**Why this works:**
\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier
\* Matching helps avoid awkward dynamics
**Note:**
RSVPs here on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website.
This meetup is organized by **Groupvibe**, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
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Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit - Barret Blake
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
*Spec-Driven Development with GitHub Spec-Kit: From Intent to Implementation*
Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification.
You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written.
This talk will cover:
--What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t)
--How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows
--Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development
--Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence
Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects.
**YouTube Link**
TBA
Columbus HUG February
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/
Understanding the Columbus Housing Market: Let’s Talk Downsizing for Seniors
**Understanding the Columbus Housing Market: Let’s Talk Downsizing for Seniors**
Understanding the Market to Make Your Best Move Yet
Thinking about downsizing or helping a parent prepare for a move? Join us for a friendly, educational seminar designed specifically for seniors in Central Ohio.
We’ll break down what’s happening in today’s Columbus housing market, explore timing and planning for downsizing, and discuss easy ways to prepare a longtime home for sale—without overwhelm. You’ll also learn about low‑maintenance housing options, financial considerations, and simple steps to make your next move smooth and stress‑free.
This is a relaxed, no‑pressure event where you can ask questions and get practical advice tailored to seniors and their families.
Hosted by:
Katie McCartney, Broker & Senior Real Estate Specialist® (SRES)
AI Freedom Alliance - Inaugural Summit
**\*\*\*\* More details and sign up at: https://aifalliance.org/summit-2026/ \*\*\*\***
**What is AI Freedom Alliance?**
AI Freedom Alliance promotes the responsible growth of AI guided by practical, commonsense ethics. Our nonprofit is built by
professionals from a wide range of industries and is made up entirely of small- and mediumbusiness representatives—never large tech companies. We provide a counterbalance to big corporate influence, focusing instead on how AI can benefit businesses and the world at large.
**What’s Happening?**
***The inaugural AI Freedom Alliance Summit.***
This full-day event will explore how we can ensure AI is adopted responsibly through shared ethical standards that empower
humanity. The summit will feature interactive and educational sessions led by thought leaders, technologists, policymakers, and advocates who are passionate about making AI fair, transparent, and beneficial for everyone.
**Why Attend?**
Learn about the legal and technical challenges with implementing AI solutions within your organization. Build better solutions while protecting your organization from legal and compliance risks. And learn how to think strategically about AI as a differentiation tool for your business.
This summit is highly recommended for C-Suite leaders to learn as well as interact with each other and our sponsors.
Quarterly Community Gathering
Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space.
No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving.
If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**NEW LOCATION: Improving Office in Franklinton**
Physical location:
Improving Office
330 Rush Alley Suite #150
Columbus, OH 43215
Schedule:
* 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages.
* 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s).
See the handy Parking Map - we recommend street parking.
[Street Parking Map](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1u2A4fLNlxwLJn0KA_hKc8bnFlFHLvsHBDh-_8wzX_tk/edit?usp=sharing)
We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact centralohpython@gmail.com





















