Picnics

**Open painting workshop** Join us on June 2nd at Lapinlahti for a floral painting workshop designed for every skill level. Yes, especially beginners! We’re celebrating Flower Weeks by turning nature’s beauty into art, using different methods. Come as you are and leave with your very own masterpiece. See you at Lapinlahti! **When:** Tuesday 02.06.2026 at 13:30-16:00 **Where:** Lapinlahdenpolku 8, Valo-tila If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms: IG: [instagram.com/miitti1](http://instagram.com/miitti1) Facebook: [facebook.com/miitti1](http://facebook.com/miitti1) Web: [lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti](http://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti)

Learning Finnish in Finland can be difficult because Finns tend to switch to English. That is one of the reasons people like our Finnish language café: you get to practice Finnish with Finns :) The events are completely free and there is always a native speaker to facilitate the conversation and to help find the right words. The coffee is good too ☕😋🇦🇹 Tervetuloa! When? ⏰ Usually Tuesday to Friday from 15:00 - 16:00 Where? 📍 In a cozy Viennese coffee house: The Good Coffee Company, Eerikinkatu 33, Helsinki The Good Coffee Company A Taste of Vienna 🇦🇹 Eerikinkatu 33, 00180 Helsinki Please visit our Facebook page for updates and changes: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodCoffeeCompany/events

Summer edition is here! Come meet others that are working with Databricks and listen to Justas (Wärtsilä) and Karri (Nordic Investment Bank), who will tell us more about their experience in their companies! Agenda: * **Wärtsilä --** AI use cases with Databricks -- Justas Keliuotis * **Nordic Investment Bank --** From Complexity to Capability: A Modern Analytics Journey at Nordic Investment Bank -- Karri Linnoinen * Food & Drinks and networking **NB**: If you know someone or would want to present yourself, please reach out to us and we'll see to that you get to present what you are currently doing in your company!

Please join us for our **15th official C++ Helsinki Meetup**! Summer is right around the corner, but before Summer breaks we meet again for talks and discussion about the C++ programming language. The meetup will be hosted at our sponsor, **[Hive Helsinki](https://www.hive.fi/)**, a software engineering program built on collaborative, project-based learning at **Haapaniemenkatu 5, 00530 Helsinki**. Anyone interested in the C++ programming language is welcome to attend! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Code of Conduct** By attending C++ Helsinki you agree to abide by the **[Berlin Code of Conduct](https://berlincodeofconduct.org/en)**. It is a primary goal of our meetup that our attendees feel safe, welcome, and included. If you have any concerns at all, please do not hesitate to contact the organizers Matti Juntti and Mark Gillard here on Meetup.com or on our [C++ Helsinki's Discord](https://discord.gg/VUvFgpHFz). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Speakers** This month, we again have two exciting talks for you: **Stanislav Bashkyrtsev**: ***Math behind signed and unsigned integers*** and **Jussi Pakkanen**: ***Writing a custom standard library from scratch*** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Schedule** * 17:30 Doors open * 18:00 Introduction by the hosts & sponsors * 18:05 Stanislav Bashkyrtsev: *Math behind signed and unsigned integers* * 19:30 5 min break * 19:35 Jussi Pakkanen: *Writing a custom standard library from scratch* * 20:30 Event ends And as usual, we are planning to go to a nearby restaurant/pub after the meetup to continue socialising and networking.

A warm space to write, connect, and spend some intentional time together. We start by gathering, chatting a little, and ordering a tea or coffee if you like. Then at **18:30** we take an hour to focus on our own writing. No phones, no chatting during the writing time — just a simple way to create momentum while being in the company of others. If you are noise sensitive, bring earplugs/headphones etc.. There’s no pressure to share your work unless you feel like it — you’re always welcome to keep things private. All kinds of writing are welcome: – Creative writing – Poetry – Journaling – Essays or academic work – Anything else Any language is welcome too. After the session, you’re welcome to stay, chat, and hang out for as long as you like. Come as you are, bring whatever you’re working on, and enjoy a supportive, easygoing atmosphere ✨ **Very welcome!**

Here's an opportunity to practice German over a good cup of coffee in a cozy Viennese coffee house 🍷☕️🍻🍾🎡 🇦🇹 The events are free and there is always a native speaker to facilitate the conversation and to help find the right words. You can also enjoy specialties from Vienna ☕️🇦🇹🥰 When? ⏰ Usually Tuesdays from 16:00 - 17:00 Where? 📍 In a cozy Viennese Café & Restaurant: The Good Coffee Company, Eerikinkatu 33, Helsinki Herzlich willkommen! Tässä mahdollisuus harjoitella saksaa hyvän kahvin äärellä viihtyisässä wienilaisessa kahvilassa 🍷☕️🍻🍾🎡 🇦🇹 Tapahtumat ovat ilmaisia ja mukana on aina saksaa äidinkielenään puhuva henkilö. Saat myös kokeilla erikoisuuksia Wienistä. ☕️🇦🇹🥰 Milloin? ⏰ Yleensä tiistaina klo 16.00-17.00 Missä? 📍 Viihtyisässä wieniläisessä kahvilassa ja ravintolassa: The Good Coffee Company, Eerikinkatu 33, Helsinki Herzlich willkommen! The Good Coffee Company Eerikinkatu 33, Helsinki www.thegoodcoffee.co A Taste of Vienna 🇦🇹 PS: Please visit our Facebook Page for updates and changes: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodCoffeeCompany/events

**Welcome to the fourth Finnish Game Industry QA Meetup!** The theme for this event will be “AI and QA”, something that has been requested since the first FGIQA meetup. We are sure that many of you are quite familiar with the topic of AI, and with this event we want to focus on what the current relationship between QA and AI is, and where it might be going in the future. This event is for everyone interested in QA in the games industry, meaning whether you are a seasoned game industry veteran or someone just starting their journey; as long as you have interest towards quality assurance in games, you are welcomed into our event. **Host** This meetup will be hosted by [Unity](https://unity.com/)! Your host will be [Justina Rautio](https://www.linkedin.com/in/justina-rautio/). **Venue** Unity Technologies Finland, Kaivokatu 6, 6th floor, 00100 Helsinki **Unity Visitor Registration** Unity’s office requires registration from all visitors to their own system. We will send a separate registration form to everyone who RVSP'd 'yes' to the event via Meetup's own messaging function. **Arrival Instructions** The address is Kaivokatu 6, next to the Burger King. The street doors will be open only until 18:00, so please make sure to arrive before that time. Unity's office is on the 6th floor, and the lifts will be open to the 6th floor 17:30-17:45. You can find the accessible ramp from the Keskuskatu side. Please inform the hosts of your accessibility needs. The street entrance doors do not open automatically from the street-side, as the push-button to open them is only on the inside. **Catering and refreshments** There will be light snacks, soda, tea and coffee available on the venue. **Event Program** 17.30 - 17.45 Doors open, check-in at reception, mingling 17.45 - 18.00 Opening words from organizing team and Unity 18.00 - 18.35 1st presentation + Q&A 18.35 - 18.45 Break 18.45 - 19.20 2nd presentation + Q&A 19.20 - 19.50 Mingling 20.00 Venue closes **Let's be polite** Please respect host and arrival time slot 17.30 - 17.45 Please remember to update your RVSP in time case you cannot participate. Please do this in advance if you know you cannot participate, since people in the waitlist might not be able to have enough time to prepare for the event if they get a spot at the last minute. **Accessibility Information** Unity office can be accessed via a ramp, and an accessible lift. Inside the office, there is one accessible toilet in the reception. Gender-neutral toilets are in the hallway from reception to the lounge, and women's and men's toilets are in the kitchen. The snacks will be served on an elevated floor with no ramp, so please inform the hosts well in advance of any needs and we can accommodate the set up of snacks. **Additional guidelines to attendees** \- Please avoid coming in with any strong smells\, such as perfumes\, cologne or other\. \- Please inform the hosts of any accessibility or dietary needs well in advance\. \- Note\! Unity is a shoe\-free office\. You can bring your coolest socks\, or use one of the visitor slippers\. \- If you have any questions about the event\, feel free to contact Mikael Paananen \(Our main coordinator\) via Meetup's chat \- If you have any questions about the venue\, feel free to contact the events host Justina Rautio via Meetup's chat **Presentations** Our speakers are: Risto Mikkola from Unity! Aleksandr Tereshchenko from Unity! Kimmo Frisk from Iceflake Studios! **From AI Skeptic to Power User – QA edition** **Speakers:** Risto Mikkola and Aleksandr Tereshchenko Two senior engineers from Unity, Risto Mikkola and Aleksandr Tereshchenko, share how they went from cautious AI users to leveraging it as a daily productivity multiplier — without letting "AI slop" leak into production. The last part of the session is a Q&A / discussion with the room. **IceQAi: Leveraging AI to reduce your manual workload** **Speaker:** Kimmo Frisk Complex games bring with them a mountain of bug tickets and documentation, which can quickly overwhelm a small QA team. To help deal with the growing workload, Kimmo started building an AI helper called “IceQAi.” Join him as he breaks down his key findings, what worked, what failed, and the true potential of AI in the QA process. **We are excited to welcome you to the meetup!** Best Regards, The Organizing Team

Bitcoin meetup - meet the local bitcoiners, network, present your projects and ideas or just hang out! Topics include everything that remotely touches Bitcoin.

🌿 Darband Day – Persian Garden Breakfast in Helsinki 🌿 What if a Sunday morning in Helsinki felt a little more like Darband ? Join us for a relaxed Persian breakfast experience where fresh bread, feta cheese, herbs, homemade jams and soups , walnuts, Persian tea, traditional music, and poetry come together around one table. Whether you’re discovering a culture for the first time or simply looking for a cozy Sunday gathering, this morning is about good food, warm conversations, and sharing a tradition that has brought people together for generations. 🍵 Authentic Persian breakfast buffet 🎶 Traditional Iranian music 📖 Reading from Hafez 🌞 Beautiful Sunday morning atmosphere 🌍 Open to everyone 📍 GTC Café, Helsinki 📅 Sunday, 7 June ⏰ 10:00 – 12:30 (Reservation helps us prepare food and seating accordingly.) Seats are limited, so we recommend reserving in advance.

Join us on **Fridays, 18:00 - 19:30** at **Lapinlahden Lähde** for a free session where we’ll explore the topic of the week. **After 19:30**, you're welcome to hang out with us. Depending on what the group decides, we sometimes: \- stay in\, enjoy tea and cookies and play board games \- go out for dinner or order food\, feel free to bring your meal \- Just engage in deep conversations ✅ Your **RSVP counts as your registration**, we expect you to **honour it**. 🤝 All conversations are confidential. What’s shared, stays in the group. 🌿 Small group, big heart: Everyone gets a chance to share. 🧘‍♀️ Come comfy, come curious. 💧 Bring water. Skip heavy meals & caffeine. 📍 **Tallipääty, Lapinlahdenpolku 8, Helsinki** (Through the gate, first door on the left!) **Kind reminder:** Last-minute cancellations or no-shows mean others miss out. To keep it fair, repeated cases may result in losing the spot in future sessions. If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms: IG: [instagram.com/miitti1](http://instagram.com/miitti1) Facebook: [facebook.com/miitti1](http://facebook.com/miitti1) Web: [lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti](http://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti) Whatsapp: Join our Whatsapp community network to join your favourite group and stay connected with the other members! When you participate in one of our groups or events, just ask the group facilitator to add you to the community!

**All are welcome**, wherever you are in your running/walking journey! We meet at Lapinlahti’s sauna, and the run begins promptly at 6:00 PM. **Please arrive early to get ready.** * There is a changing room, a few lockers, and a bathroom available. * We will run from the sauna to the Sibelius Monument and back — a total distance of 6–6.5 km. * The sauna house will be locked while we are out running. * After the run, we will swim, hang out, and enjoy the sauna until **8:00 PM**. * We kindly ask everyone to leave by 8:00 PM. * **To ensure fair participation, if you are no longer able to join, please cancel at least 3 hours in advance so individuals on the waitlist may attend.** * *Zero Tolerance for Harassment* **Hosted by: Nia & Olli** Contact: Nia – +358 408223934 **HOW TO FIND US:** When arriving at the main gates of Lapinlahden Lähde, turn right and head towards the water. Lapinlahti's sauna is located halfway between the yellow main building and the red Venetsia building We want everyone to feel welcome and safe. **By participating, you agree to:** • Respect others – Be mindful of personal boundaries, privacy, and consent. • Listen actively – Give space for all voices and avoid dominating conversations. • Use inclusive language – Avoid offensive, discriminatory, or exclusionary remarks. • Be considerate in the sauna – Some people may prefer quiet or need space. • Address issues kindly – If a problem arises, bring it up respectfully or with the hosts. Tervetuloa Run to Saunaan! Tapaamme Lapinlahden saunalla ja lähdemme juoksemaan noin kello 18.00. Tulethan ajoissa! • Käytössä on pukuhuone, lokeroita ja vessat. • Juoksemme saunalta Sibelius-monumentille ja takaisin. Kokonaismatka on noin 6-6,5 km. • Sauna on lukossa juoksun ajan. Juoksun jälkeen saunomme, uimme ja vietämme aikaa yhdessä kello 20.00 saakka. Kello 20.00 jälkeen meidän täytyy poistua. Tapahtuman järjestävät: Nia ja Olli Voit soittaa Nialle: +358 408223934 MITEN MEIDÄT LÖYTÄÄ: Kun saavut Lapinlahden Lähteen pääporteille, käänny oikealle kohti merta. Lapinlahden sauna on keltaisen päärakennuksen ja punaisen Venetsia-rakennuksen puolivälissä. Haluamme, että kaikilla on turvallinen olo. Run to Sauna -tapahtumissa noudatamme seuraavia periaatteita: • Kunnioitamme toistemme rajoja ja yksityisyyttä. • Annamme kaikille tilaa osallistua keskusteluun. • Puhumme kaikista ihmisistä ja ihmisryhmistä kunnioittavasti. • Olemme ystävällisiä toisillemme. • Ongelmatapauksissa voit kääntyä ohjaajien puoleen. **MIITTI’s Principles for safer space:** MIITTI wants to nourish a safe and pleasant environment for everyone, where everyone can feel safe as themselves. By joining as a volunteer, employee or participant of the event or activity, you agree to follow the guidelines below *Non-discrimination* I do not make assumptions about people based on their external characteristics or names. I treat all participants with respect, and I don’t use language or take actions that discriminate based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, age, religion, or any other characteristic. I respect pronouns and names. *Boundaries* I respect others' personal space and boundaries, both physical and mental. I acknowledge that I cannot know someone else's boundaries without asking first. I ask before touching. I listen to others and adapt my behavior if someone indicates that my behavior makes them feel uncomfortable. *Creating Safe Environment* Everyone is responsible for contributing to a safe and respectful environment. If I witness harassment, I do my part to support those who experience inappropriate or offensive treatment. *Zero Tolerance for Harassment* Our space upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy towards any form of harassment. Harassment, whether verbal, physical, or online, will not be tolerated. If you experience or witness inappropriate behavior or harassment at our events, please report it to the MIITTI or Lapinlahden Lähde staff. If you want to be part of the MIITTI community, follow us on our other platforms: IG: [instagram.com/miitti1](http://instagram.com/miitti1) Facebook: [facebook.com/miitti1](http://facebook.com/miitti1) Web: [lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti](http://lapinlahdenlahde.fi/projekti/miitti) Whatsapp: Join our Whatsapp community network to join your favourite group and stay connected with the other members! When you participate in one of our groups or events, just ask the group facilitator to add you to the community!

Welcome to join our Ren Xue Yuan Gong practice with Ren Xue Finland at Lapinlahden Lähde! The practice is simple but yet practical and powerful. It is easy to learn and will help you: -gain energy, feel less tired and stressed -more mental clarity, easier to concentrate -boost your immune system Time: Sundays 15:30 - 17:00 WHERE: Tallipääty, MIITTI office Lapinlahden Lähde Lapinlahdenpolku 8 00180 Helsinki NOTE: occasionally, the lesson will be held in Wanha labra (through Kahvila Lähde, above the stairs of the auditorium) About REN XUE Ren Xue is a comprehensive system for uplifting human life. It includes a unique form of Qigong (Yuan Qigong); three foundational theories (Theory of Qi, Theory of Consciousness, Theory of Totality) and a large body of teachings. It was created by world-renowned teacher and healer Yuan Tze who continues to offer online and in-person events worldwide. Ren Xue combines ancient Chinese wisdom traditions with modern insights into health and well-being. The goal of Ren Xue is to help individuals improve their physical, emotional, and mental health through a holistic approach that emphasizes the connection between the mind, body, and spirit. REN XUE FINLAND Ren Xue Finland (RXF) is the Finnish branch of the global movement, an organization dedicated to the promotion and teaching of Ren Xue and its associated practices, including Yuan Gong and Yuan Ming Medicine. It provides easy entry into the Ren Xue system through local in-person sessions, online courses and workshops/retreats. Other learning methods can be found here: Ren Xue TV, a YouTube channel and Learn Ren Xue website. More about Ren Xue: [https://www.renxueinternational.org](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.renxueinternational.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR06uJQRSC7BE3zhPePQ7X_KO7WXa60cr7NK25KdOqfbSIHpYqBLO3dYgVM_aem_alDR7a6KhbNhG3u9NhCUVA&h=AT18asmYaRkvHCJemaC7rr9GVu579uflDCg7T6mLNodWdtMVhuxwFhIyz0p5ONeJbm3WQ3ZGIwONIa0_pDvih4t9BCCJUBkjhK4BdIMEl4aQ_qPzR5ykW-aiOndhYDPeAW9_2_eWZaMsv889HKbp8_c&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AT35KTjVjr2kCnYHrXXjXPxEGFK-RFbZnFVdDmWrTe5WwbSZZ5ulNxFEjPPhejS8Pf4xetwkU1hhM1P2K_ABugpnXL6w-CKE25ARXwtLSexv-4fPJ4s2_Kcqgj3g2XWjCVkPPgcjwrPoNWOvdKa2f1VqyVa-2kcTojodTS3wn9zrnRjZLcG7)/

**Iced Coffee, Conversations & Open Mic** Summer is finally here, let's celebrate it with a relaxed gathering filled with iced lattes, iced matcha, good music, inspiring conversations and ambitious people building interesting things. We’ll also have an open mic, where anyone can take up to 5 minutes to share: • a project they’re building • an idea • a question • a collaboration opportunity • summer plans • something they need help with • a story • stand-up, music or performance • or simply something interesting Apply to the open mic here: [https://tally.so/r/eq9yzO](https://tally.so/r/eq9yzO) \*We'll confirm your spot closer to the event. Whether you want to speak or just listen and meet good people, you’re welcome. Bring your ideas, your friends, your curiosity or just yourself. 📍 Outrun Cafe 🗓 Saturday, June 6, 2026 ⏰ 11:30 - 13:30

🕵️ Mysterious Strangers III Study in Strangers A Sherlock Holmes-inspired night where observation matters more than luck. Strange clues.Mysterious drinks.Unexpected conversations.A hidden case waiting to be solved. 🔍 Mystery Challenge🍸 Mysterious Drinks🎧 Music🧩 Interactive Clues👥 Unexpected Connections 📍 GTC Café, Helsinki🗓 Friday, June 5🕗 19:00–23:00 Packages: • Entrance — 14,9 €• Entrance + 1 Alcoholic Drink — 24,9 €• Entrance + 1 Alcoholic Drink + Special Detective Role — 34,9 € Limited spots available.RSVP to join the investigation.

***July is National Picnic Month*** (along with National Hot Dog/Baked Beans/Ice Cream Month)! So let's do it up by joining a giant PICNIC celebrating America's 250th Birthday! Join us at Wyandotte Winery for an **America 250–Ohio Homecoming Picnic as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in true Ohio style!** Throughout July 2026, communities across Ohio are gathering for food, fun, and friendship to honor our nation’s history and reflect on the contributions of Ohioans over the past 250 years. Our picnic will feature a relaxed atmosphere with food, music, and opportunities to connect with friends. *BRING*: Guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy an afternoon of community celebration. *FREE EVENT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC*: Food and beverages will be available for purchase from the shop and food trucks. *PARKING*: limited near the wine shop. Most park one block away in the church parking lot. [Wyandotte Winery](https://www.wyandottewinery.com/) has been part of the Central Ohio community since 1977, and we are proud to host this gathering during our 50th year of operation as a local place for connection and hospitality.

Get ready for a Picnic, this is our social and member appreciation event for the year! Feel free to bring family, but be sure to reach out with the number of attendees, so we can provide food for everyone. There will of course be food, music, games and fun! Event is held rain or shine, we have a covered shelter house reserved for the event. Agenda --- Moderators Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Hosted By Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-annual-columbus-ace-summer-picnic/.

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) 15 for One Class 20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space. Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017

Hi ladies. Let's hike the edward thomas trail, lake trail , spring creek and a short walk on the multi purpose trail. This is one large loop . Wear your shoe of choice. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. 4.2 miles in length .