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Photo Class: Exploring Street Photography
THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER
**PLEASE REGISTER WITH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER, NOT MEETUP!**
https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2026-05-09-exploring-street-photography
Street photography is very popular now more than ever because photographers have access to high quality cameras in mobile phones and smaller high resolution digital cameras. A camera’s ease of access and proliferation raises the issues of ethics and privacy in public places and the difference between a snapshot and a street photograph.
This hands-on class will explore the unique aspects of the street photography genre. Michael Koren will be your guide as you create compelling photographs that go beyond the ordinary snapshot.
First, you’ll learn pro level tips and techniques and discuss privacy issues associated with street photography. Then, with Michael’s guidance and direction, the group will head out to photograph near the White House in Lafayette Square.
You’ll create photographs that demonstrate your personal vision while using your own gear optimized for street photography. We'll then head back to the classroom for image reviews and feedback.
Topics include:
-Proper techniques and settings for street photography
-Pro tips and techniques for capturing compelling images
-Create captivating images using anticipation, patience, composition and
visualization
-Hands-on image capture
-Privacy and ethics concerning street photography
-Image review and feedback
Recommended gear:
-Although any camera will do, for best results we recommend a DSLR or
mirrorless camera with manual exposure controls
-Lenses in the range of 28mm - 70mm (zoom or prime)
-Fully charged camera battery with an optional spare
-Camera instruction manual (paper or electronic)
-No tripod, no flash
Class size is very limited
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• Important to know
**THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER**
https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2026-05-09-exploring-street-photography
Photograph Great Falls - MARYLAND Side - Sat. May 9
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From the parking lot, the Group heads to the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center and crosses the bridge over the C&O Canal in a northerly direction toward the Washington Aqueduct Observation Deck overlook.
The Group heads south down the trail to the Great Falls Overlook on Olmsted Island Overlook to photograph the Potomac River waterfalls, kayakers, great blue herons, and other birds. That trail takes the Group across a couple of waterfalls, where great shots are taken. The estimated full walk is two miles (3.2 kilometers).
At the end of this field trip, the Group typically has breakfast at the Tally Ho Restaurant, 9923 Falls Rd, Potomac, MD 20854 - tallyhorestaurant.com.
Bring water, a tripod, comfortable shoes, fully charged batteries, and empty memory cards
By sending in an RSVP and joining this meetup event hosted by the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations (where applicable) of the event location, and I am also agreeing to the terms of the following release and waiver of liability, which shall be binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns. In consideration of my (and my child’s) participation in the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I do hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless the Organizer, its members, officers, directors, employees, and the leader(s) of this event from any and all liability by reason of any damage, loss, expenses, or injury arising from my (and my child’s) participation in this event, including that caused solely or in part by the fault of any and all of the above-named parties.
Costumed Model Drawing Session Model: Tom
**When**: May 9, Special session for Open Studios Day , 2:00-5:00 pm
**Where**: Pyramid Atlantic's Helen Frederick Gallery (2nd Floor)
Pyramid Atlantic Art Center\*
4318 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Convenient cheap parking in several very close municipal parking lots including parking in lot next to Franklin's. 0.50 cents/hour until 8pm
**What**: Join us for an uninstructed life drawing session with a themed costume model. Bring your own art materials.
Chairs, portable easels and drawing boards provided on a first-come-first-serve basis.
**Cost**: $20/session or $75/5-session punch card
Walk-ins and late arrivals welcome, no experience necessary!
**Etc**.: To protect the privacy of our modes, no photography please.
**Contact**: Milena- hyattsvillefiguredrawing@gmail.com
\*Membership to Pyramid Atlantic, though not required, is very enthusiastically encouraged!
[Pyramid Atlantic Membership](https://pyramidatlanticartcenter.org/support/membership/)
*We are not looking for new figure models at this time, no inquiries please. Thank you.*
Photo Class: Covered Bridges of Lancaster County PA
THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER
**PLEASE REGISTER WITH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER, NOT MEETUP!**
https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2026-05-9-covered-bridges-lancaster-county-pa
Join Kim Kelly and explore the Pennsylvania countryside through your lens.
We’ll discover several stunning covered bridges and capture their simplistic yet technical structure in serene settings. With luck we may have a chance encounter with a passing Amish buggy.
Just the sight of an old covered bridge evokes the times of horse drawn buggies amid rolling landscapes.
Lancaster County is host to 30 of these beautiful structures set in and around many Amish farms and spring time is one of most beautiful seasons for this type of photography. We've visit 4 to 5 of the most picturesque.
We’ll also find plenty of photo ops at the Strasburg Train Station and participants have the option to enjoy a 45 minute ride in the comfort of the first class lounge & parlor cars. This is a great way to view and photograph the expansive scenic farmlands.\*
Topics include;
\- Creating striking landscapes scenes featuring covered bridges
\- Showcasing the architecture of these structures as well as intimate scenes
\- Exploring the beauty of old steam trains inside and out
We’ve built in a short break at the station for students to enjoy a quick lunch. Students will pay for their own lunch, it is not included in the fee for the class.
Links and more information will be in your confirmation email.
Recommended Equipment: A digital camera with lens(es) in the range of 16-200mm. A circular polarizing filter if you have one.
**\*Train tickets are not covered in the price of the class.** They run about $48 and students will need to reserve their own (in the first class lounge & parlor cars) if they want to enjoy the train ride with Kim. Links and more information will be in your confirmation email.
Questions can be directed to Marie Joabar at info@capitalphotographycenter.com.
Class Limit: 8
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**THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER**
https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2026-05-9-covered-bridges-lancaster-county-pa
Community Cleanup
Join us for an Community Cleanup. Trash goes from our streams into the Potomac River and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay and the Oceans. Help us protect our environment and make new friends who care. Gloves and bags will be provided. We'll go to a local restaurant afterward to enjoy dinner together. Thanks and hope to see you there!
Bachata Fusion With Abraham (Level 2)
[Book Your Classes by Clicking This Link! ](https://crowndancestudio.com/group-classes/)
Take a deep dive into the world of Latin rhythm with our **Level 2 Bachata workshop from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM**. This 90-minute intensive is crafted for dancers who have moved past the basics and are ready to refine their body mechanics, intricate footwork, and partner connection. **For $25,** you’ll receive focused, high-value instruction that bridges the gap between foundational steps and social dance mastery, ensuring you leave the studio feeling confident and inspired
Long Live Mags Pop-up with Paper + Dirt
Join the Society of Publication Designers on **Saturday, May 9th** in DC for an independent magazine pop-up and collage workshop celebrating print, process, and community with our friends [Paper + Dirt](https://paper-dirt.com/), [Carla Frank Creative + Co.](https://www.carlafrankcreative.com/), [Living Room](https://www.livingroom-dc.com/), and [Steadfast Supply](https://www.steadfastsupplydc.com/).
Curated by **[Chas Wagner](https://paper-dirt.com/)** from Pittsburgh’s **[Paper + Dirt](https://paper-dirt.com/)**, the pop-up features a global mix of titles spanning sport, food, design, art, and architecture—plus the people behind them.
Hear from design professionals, including **[Carla Frank](https://www.carlafrankcreative.com/)**[ of ](https://www.carlafrankcreative.com/)**[Carla Frank Creative + Co.](https://www.carlafrankcreative.com/)**, on why print magazines still continue to shape culture and build community.
Flip through pages, discover new voices, and connect with fellow creatives before diving into a hands-on collage workshop hosted by **[Living Room](https://www.livingroom-dc.com/)**[, led by artist and co-founder ](https://www.livingroom-dc.com/)**[Ray](https://www.livingroom-dc.com/)**[.](https://www.livingroom-dc.com/)
Hosted at **[Steadfast Supply](https://www.steadfastsupplydc.com/)**, a community-driven shop championing independent makers, this is your invitation to unplug, make something, and be part of a slower, more tactile creative culture.
Photo Retouching Events This Week
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Mother's Day Tour of DC's Heroines!
Fun and uplifting stories about Lafayette Square’s many heroines and inspiring events.
Come join us on this special Mother's Day walking tour of America’s most historic park, Lafayette Square, D.C.!
e’ll focus on fun and uplifting stories about the Square’s many heroines and inspiring events. (As well as a few femme fatales.) And tell the general history of the locale.
When: Sunday, May 10, 4 pm!
Where: MEET in the grand lobby of the Willard Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004
The tour will draw on stories from the guide’s book, The White House’s Unruly Neighborhood:
https://www.google.com/books/edition/The_Secret_History_of_the_Capitol/NaC-zQEACAAJ?hl=en
Our fun itinerary will select from:
• The capital's newest and most inspiring memorial
• The “miracle mansion” that saved the Mayor’s sister
• How an enslaved grocer founded a family dynasty that ended segregation
• How an intrepid First Lady saved the Constitution and the Declaration
• The hilarious political fundraiser that gave us the terms “Big Cheese” and “Mammoth”
• How a future First lady saved the family of Lafayette!
• The benign, mysterious ghosts of St. John’s Church
• Where a most famous anthem was written
• Female spiritualists and ladies' seances
• Where a most famous speech was authored
• The woman who wrecked an entire presidential Cabinet
• Camels, bears, and sheep about the Executive Mansion
• The First Lady who saved Lafayette Square
• The most eligible women in the nation's history
• How an opera diva brokered civil rights
• The wildest, most fun Inauguration of them all
• The most effective lady spy of America's largest war
• A famed author’s moving tribute to his deceased wife
• How Southern bankers and Northern belles conspired to save Mt. Vernon
• The most effective female spy of the world's greatest war
• Presidential humor
• How Mrs. Grant escaped death
• How a humble washerwoman helped rebuild the District
And more!
Your host is a former Presidential speechwriter and “Tonight Show” writer, and author of such books on history as:
Femme Fatalite:
https://www.amazon.com/Femme-Fatalité-Lizzy-Thorne-Novel-ebook/dp/B0F4945MR5/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0
We'll wrap up in time for you to take your mom to dinner.
This tour makes for a great gift, and is a sure-fire way to further spice up a festive day!
Make & Take ATCs for World Collage Day!
**Saturday, May 9 is World Collage Day!** Drop in to our shop anytime from 11:00 am-3:00 pm and take a FREE creative break — we'll be celebrating World Collage Day by making Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) using collage techniques! **[https://artisticartifacts.com/products/world-collage-day-make-take-atcs](https://artisticartifacts.com/products/world-collage-day-make-take-atcs)**
An ATC’s only rule is that the finished size must be 2½ in. x 3½ in. and all art techniques are accepted. To commemorate World Collage Day, we’ll be using paper of all types: tissue, colored, book text and more for you to cut and paste as you wish. **All supplies are provided!**
Children who are appropriately aged for a projects’ skills and to safely handle crafting tools are welcome, but MUST be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
Draw Together at the Quill & Crumb at the Folger Shakespeare Library
Shall we draw at Quill & Crumb, the cafe in the Folger's Great Hall? It's a gorgeous setting where we'll undoubtedly find many interesting things to draw. From the website:
"Quill & Crumb is located in the Folger’s historic Great Hall, which was originally designed by architect Paul Philippe Cret to resemble a gallery within a 16th-century English home. The Great Hall features strapwork plaster ceiling, oak-paneled walls, and intricately designed terracotta floors."
Look forward to meeting you there!
Easy Hike: 2-3 miles Lake Artemesia
**Lake Artemesia Walk – College Park**
Join us for a relaxed, easy-paced walk around beautiful Lake Artemesia. A chance to unwind, enjoy nature, and connect with others in a calm, welcoming setting.
We’ll walk the scenic loop, take in the lake views, and enjoy light conversation along the way. All fitness levels are welcome.
**Main parking lot:**
**55th Ave & Berwyn Rd**
College Park, MD 20740
Bring plenty of water, whatever you need for your hike, and your awesome authentic self. Keep it easygoing.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY & ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT:
By being a member of this Group, RSVPing to any Activity, or participating in any Activity, You accept and agree to the terms and conditions described below:
1. You acknowledge that hiking in nature carries the risk of potential harm to yourself, including the risk of injuries such as broken bones or muscle/tendon injuries, illness, disability, or death.
2. You agree that You will at all times be responsible for Yourself and Your own safety.
3. You release and hold harmless with respect to all injury, disability, death, or loss of property, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, this group's leadership and members for the hikes that you participate in.
4. You acknowledge and agree that this Group is merely a collection of friends or potential friends who enjoy doing activities, and that in no event does any Organizer or Other Member assume any responsibility or liability for You.
5\. You agree not to sue and to release\, discharge\, waive and hold harmless all organizers and other members from and against all liabilities\, claims\, demands\, losses\, damages\, suits and proceedings\, for negligence\, carelessness or any other cause which you may have or that hereafter may accrue arising\, resulting from or related to your membership in this group or participation in any activity\.
Black Tie Embassy Gala at the Mexican Cultural Institute
To Attend:
1. RSVP; then
2. Register at:
[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-tie-fiesta-at-the-mexican-cultural-institute-tickets-1985820462460](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-tie-fiesta-at-the-mexican-cultural-institute-tickets-1985820462460)
3.
* **The Majesty of Mexico City**
* **The Charm of Acapulco**
* **The Excitement of Cancun**
* **The Mysteries of Guadalajara**
On Saturday Night, April 12th, be transported into a world filled with the wonders of the Mayan legends and the beauty of Cancun’s beaches as we invite you to step onto Mexican soil for an upscale cultural evening.
Put on your best dresses and tuxedos as we spend a royal evening in this multi-roomed, multi-leveled Mexican Cultural palace filled with rich art, history, music, dance, food, and much more!
The Embassy’s Cultural Center is a unique and beautiful building, one of the best of its kind in the world. It contains several large floors, each displaying the charms of the different regions of our neighbor to the south. Beautiful gardens, city nightclubs, historic palaces, art galleries, and much more await you inside!
**Featuring:**
**LIVE MEXICAN DANCE SHOW AND MARIACHI BAND:**
Experience a live costumed Mariachi troupe with music and dancing. Its members have origins from all over Mexico and other parts of Latin America. The traditional mariachi ensemble emerged in the 1800s in several western states of Mexico, including Jalisco, Nayarit, Colima, and Michoacán. It is found at weddings, birthdays, Saint’s Day celebrations, rural dances, and many other social occasions. The spirit of celebration is recreated through its music and dancing.
Special dancers will be on hand to perform and teach traditional Mexican dancing, in addition to performing an amazing, authentic Mariachi dance performance with traditional costumes!
**DJ AND LATE-NIGHT DANCING:**
One of Washington, D.C.’s best D.J.s will rival the best nightclubs in Cancun with both American and Mexican pop music and dancing. Includes modern high energy, Retro, Salsa, today’s top 40 hits, and much more!
**MEXICAN BUFFET:**
Challenge your taste buds with an authentic Mexican buffet. Featuring: crispy and soft tacos; Mexican rice refried beans; pico de gallo; chips and salsa; spinach quesadillas; cheese quesadillas; enchiladas; flan and tres leches; and chile con queso dip. (Menu subject to change to equal or more substantial-quality).
**OPEN BAR:**
Enjoy an open bar featuring a wide array of Mexican beers, wines, and, of course, Tequila!
**GREETING:**
Meet members of the Institute and learn more about our neighbors to the south during a special welcome.
**QUESTIONS – PLEASE CONTACT US (Not the Embassy)**: Although this event is taking place at the Mexican Cultural Institute (the cultural arm of the Embassy of Mexico), if you have questions about the event, please email events@thingstodoDC.com or call 301 519 8030. This event is not being organized by the embassy itself and the people who work there are not in a position to answer questions. Thanks.
## Suggested Attire
Black Tie Optional. Minimum of a suit & Tie for Men, Cocktail Dresses for women. Casual wear, jeans, or sneakers are prohibited.
To Attend:
1. RSVP; then
2. Register at:
[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-tie-fiesta-at-the-mexican-cultural-institute-tickets-1985820462460](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-tie-fiesta-at-the-mexican-cultural-institute-tickets-1985820462460)
A Poetry Workshop
Hey Poetry Lovers!
This group is on a roll. Here’s the gist:
We meet at the **Capital One Café in Chinatown** from **12pm - 2pm** every other week.
For enrichment, we start by reading and reflecting on a **“published poem”**, suggested by someone in the group. No advance preparation is necessary. But feel free to check out some of the poems we’ve read [here](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vSyE_wCLQCPHRrKmN5F9tOIeeRQUZESxjRXGVBoCF2uU8Gm0_d0uECiCBCQXEy6ksxfsBOhtRIOpW3T/pubhtml?gid=0&single=true&widget=true&headers=false%22%3E%3C/iframe%3E). Or submit suggestions for future meetings [here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexGc2Z2Kp6bZW0D3_hfJ7NUUkfNHf7TXX-43FglCeBd9EF2Q/viewform?usp=send_form).
Next, we **share our work and offer feedback**. Depending on attendance, everyone gets \~10 minutes to use as they like. (No need to share, though; you’re welcome to come even if you prefer just to listen.)
We maintain a **Discord server** to help share our work and communicate outside our bi-weekly meet-ups. If you haven’t used Discord before, take a moment to download it and create an account before arriving. When we meet you on Saturday, we will add you to our server, the “DC Poetry Workshop”, and can help you navigate the app if you have questions.
Finally, if you plan on sharing a poem, consider how you will do so. Some options include:
* Print 5-10 copies to distribute in person
* Take and share screenshots in the Discord chat.
* Copy the poem into a google doc, change sharing settings to “anyone with link”, and copy the google doc link into the Discord chat.
Most importantly, we’re excited to meet you!
Catch you on Saturday,
Diego / Ian / Cayden / Nate / Otasha / Lia / An
Photo Retouching Events Near You
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Mindful Photography Walk – A Gentle Pause in Nature
Join me for a small, mindful photography walk in nature. (**NOTE Time is 9:00 AM EST(Meetup is having technical Issue))**
This is a slow, intentional gathering — not focused on fitness or perfect photography — but on simply pausing, observing, and being present.
We’ll walk at a gentle pace, with moments of quiet, and a few light prompts to help you notice details you might normally miss.
📷 You don’t need any photography experience — a phone camera is enough.
This is also not a business networking event. It’s a calm space to connect with nature and, if it feels natural, with like-minded people.
🌿 What to expect:
• A slow-paced, relaxed walk
• Moments of silence and observation
• Simple reflection prompts
📍 Location: [ Red Trabue Nature Preserve]
⏱ Duration: \~60 minutes
This is a small, initial gathering as I begin creating this space through WellGratiVibes — a blend of mindfulness, nature, and quiet connection.
If this resonates with you, you’re welcome to join.
Brushes & Brunch: A Mother's Day Painting Event
🌸 Mother’s Day deserves more than flowers 🌸
Join us for an elevated outdoor paint experience designed for creativity, connection, and unforgettable memories.
✨ Brushes & Brunch: Mother’s Day Garden Edition ✨
Beautiful garden vibes
Brunch bites
Signature refreshments
Guided painting
Soft music
Luxury energy
Whether you're celebrating your mother, your daughter, your friends, or simply honoring yourself — this experience is your invitation to slow down and create something beautiful.
No painting experience needed — just bring your good energy.
This is not your typical paint party.
This is intentional.
This is elevated.
This is your moment.
🎟 Limited seating available to keep the experience intimate.
Reserve your spot early
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brushes-brunch-a-curated-mothers-day-painting-experience-tickets-1987709930911
Building Scalable Customer Identity Resolution Pipelines on AWS Using AI
Customer identity resolution becomes increasingly complex as organizations scale across multiple systems, regions, and data formats. Traditional rule-based approaches often fail to keep up with data variability, require constant manual tuning, and struggle with real-time processing needs.
This session presents a practical approach to building a scalable identity resolution pipeline using AWS services and modern AI techniques. The architecture combines data ingestion through Amazon S3 and AWS Glue, transformation pipelines using Spark on EMR, and machine learning models deployed via SageMaker for entity matching and standardization. Graph-based relationship modeling is implemented using Amazon Neptune to improve resolution accuracy by incorporating household and shared attribute context.
We will walk through how machine learning models can be used for name and address normalization, how intelligent blocking strategies improve matching efficiency, and how feedback loops can be introduced to continuously improve accuracy. The session also highlights how serverless components such as AWS Lambda can be used for orchestration and real-time processing.
**SPEAKER BIO**
Mosaic Syed is a Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions across global enterprise environments.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosaic-basha-syed-92300856
**CALL FOR SPEAKERS**
Learn more: [https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/](https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/)
**THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: [https://www.veeam.com/](https://www.veeam.com/)
**DIRECTIONS**
8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH
go to 4th floor.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
In Person Event: The Secrets to Mental Health
Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it?
How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself.
Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went?
Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence?
Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.
This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.
Free- Backyard Conservation Workshop - get $50 voucher for your yard! - Gahanna
Community Backyards Workshop
Join us at the Ohio Herb Center in Gahanna to learn about sustainable home gardening. We can make small changes in our yards to make a BIG impact for a better environment and healthier waterways while saving money. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek and hosted by Ohio Herb Center.
By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year.
Registration in advance is encouraged but NOT required. Click here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/65f65aw
(Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive)
* Location: Ohio Herb Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna, OH 43230
* Date and time: Sat, May 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
* Organizer: The Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org
**FAQs**
**Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.**
**Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop.
**"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own.
**"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop.
**Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate)
2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale.
*when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase.
Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days
CBusData - Practical AI for Power BI Developers
Practical AI for Power BI Developers
A year ago, “agentic AI” was mostly hype for Power BI teams. Today, it deserves your undivided attention. For Power BI pros, there is now a real opportunity to reduce repetitive development work, accelerate delivery, and help developers do more, but only when strong DataOps practices are in place to make AI workflows effective.
This session is a no-nonsense introduction to effective AI patterns for Power BI and Fabric development. Along the way, we will make sense of the growing pile of terminology, including skills, plugins, hooks, and MCP. You will see examples of how modern AI tooling can help with development tasks across Power BI and Fabric, along with the prerequisites, guardrails, and DataOps principles needed to use it responsibly.
Whether you're burned out on AI hype or already using Copilot CLI daily, this session will show you the foundations that are finally making AI-assisted development genuinely useful.




















