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Networking Event for Professionals - Jun 18th, 2026
### The Hip Haus presents: [Professionals Networking Event](https://thehiphaus.com "https://thehiphaus.com")! Hosted at Aitch
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\*\*\*\* What is The Hip Haus? \*\*\*\*The Hip Haus is an organization that exists to empower young and experienced professionals alike in the GTA and help the growth of local business. As professionals (especially post pandemic world) it is sometimes difficult to network with other like minded individuals, get good career advice or simply make connections with others you may be able to help or get help from. The Hip Haus is committed to providing social gatherings in an atmosphere where such networking can take place.
\*\*\*\* Who Should Attend? \*\*\*\*The Hip Haus events are ***19+***. The focus however is the growth and development of professionals in the GTA. It doesn’t matter if you are a business owner, have a job, are looking for a job, recently graduated university/college, still in university/college, looking for others to launch a new idea or just want to meet other professionals, our events are for you.
Remember that Industry is Industry. One is not better than the other to The Hip Haus. We are expecting a diverse range of industry professionals. Our events in clude professionals from Tech & AI to Entrepreneurs, Musicians, Artists, Bankers, I.T Professionals, Accountants, Investors, Advertising/Marketing Professionals, Bloggers, Authors, Lawyers, Doctors, Dentists (This List Can Clearly Go On). ALL ARE WELCOME!
\*\*\*\* What to Expect at Our Events? \*\*\*\*Bring Business cards or have your LinkedIn QR code at the ready. Networking! That is the key to these events. Sure it can be a great place to hang out and have a beer with a few friends but it is important to come with an open mind to meet new people and make new connections. Build your network of friends/colleagues/advisors to help yourself as well as them. The Hip Haus wants the professionals of the GTA to come together to help foster personal and professional development.
\*\*\*\* Dress Code! \*\*\*\*This is a tricky one. There is NO strict dress code but remember this; you are meeting professionals in an informal manner and we all know first impressions last forever. Come dressed in a way that would allow you to be comfortable and professional according to your industry. Consider This…would a professional musician/artist necessarily dress the same as an investment banker at work? Be who you are or who you want to be.
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**\*\* Let's Get Social!\*\*** WEB: [www.thehiphaus.com](http://www.thehiphaus.com/ "http://www.thehiphaus.com/") [INSTAGRAM](m/thehiphaus/ "m/thehiphaus/") \| [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/thehiphaus "https://www.facebook.com/thehiphaus") \| [TWITTER](https://twitter.com/thehiphaus "https://twitter.com/thehiphaus")
Customizing Your AI Platforms With Your Ideas & Expertise
Want to discover how to deploy multiple ideas and technologies with AI?
It starts with customization of your AI platforms, so the machine knows more about the human that's using it - that's you.
The more you load into AI - the better it gets.
The more you feed data and reformat it's instructions - the better it gets.
The more you feed templates, frameworks, and logic - the better it gets.
Most people are using AI without customizing the machine to your specific business or goals.
It's like getting a car off the lot and NOT adjusting the seats, mirrors, or steering wheel to your specifications.
Loading your insights, memories, stories, journey, wins and losses, breakthroughs, and actual business documents, templates, frameworks, research, or material is the process of adjusting and fine-tuning your AI machine to your needs.
During these workshops, you'll get to learn how large corporations and using these strategies to build billion-dollar tech tools and how you can also do the same without investor dollars, without a large tech team, and even without technical coding experience.
Welcome to the era of human-intelligence infused with machine intelligence - the era of HYBRID AI TECHNOLOGY - where AI is like a second brain.
Join us.
Take a second to comment below - what kind of business do you own, where in the GTA are you located, and what AI experiments have you conducted so far.
See you all soon,
Sid Peddinti
Hybrid AI Lawyer
DynamicsCon Regional: Toronto
**[REGISTER TODAY!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dynamicscon-regional-toronto-tickets-1984650180114?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true#location)**
**\*\*\*Only those who have registered through Eventbrite will be permitted entry to the event. RSVPing on the Meetup site is only to let your group members know you plan to attend.\*\*\***
DUG is excited to bring a FREE Regional event focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 (BC, FO/FSC, CE/CRM) and Power Platform to Toronto, CA!
Get ready for a two-day event full of insightful sessions and expert-led content designed for everyone, from seasoned professionals to those just getting started with Dynamics 365. Local presenters will share their knowledge, giving you fresh perspectives on the latest trends, tools, and best practices in the industry.
And it’s not just about learning, you’ll also enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries, a delicious lunch, and a lively happy hour to wrap up. Thanks to our sponsors, you’ll also have plenty of chances to connect, network, and exchange ideas with other professionals in the community.
**Agenda:**
* **Day 1**: June 18 – Focused on Business Central (BC) & Customer Engagement (CE/CRM)
* **Day 2**: June 19 – Focused on Finance and Operations (FO) & Power Platform (PP)
**Want to get involved?**
* **Interested in sponsoring?** Fill out the form [here](https://share.hsforms.com/1rvm2GMeFSjOputhUKAOdvQraai5) and our Sponsorship Sales Manager will be in touch.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired. We can’t wait to see you there!
DynamicsCon Regional: Toronto
**[REGISTER TODAY!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dynamicscon-regional-toronto-tickets-1984650180114?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true#location)**
**\*\*\*Only those who have registered through Eventbrite will be permitted entry to the event. RSVPing on the Meetup site is only to let your group members know you plan to attend.\*\*\***
DUG is excited to bring a FREE Regional event focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 (BC, FO/FSC, CE/CRM) and Power Platform to Toronto, CA!
Get ready for a two-day event full of insightful sessions and expert-led content designed for everyone, from seasoned professionals to those just getting started with Dynamics 365. Local presenters will share their knowledge, giving you fresh perspectives on the latest trends, tools, and best practices in the industry.
And it’s not just about learning, you’ll also enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries, a delicious lunch, and a lively happy hour to wrap up. Thanks to our sponsors, you’ll also have plenty of chances to connect, network, and exchange ideas with other professionals in the community.
**Agenda:**
* **Day 1**: June 18 – Focused on Business Central (BC) & Customer Engagement (CE/CRM)
* **Day 2**: June 19 – Focused on Finance and Operations (FO) & Power Platform (PP)
**Want to get involved?**
* **Interested in sponsoring?** Fill out the form [here](https://share.hsforms.com/1rvm2GMeFSjOputhUKAOdvQraai5) and our Sponsorship Sales Manager will be in touch.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired. We can’t wait to see you there!
Join Biggest Community | Investors Founders | Toronto | Online
Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-toronto-online-tickets-1975993203865?aff=meetup QUESTIONS ? Pls Reach out to; Rose - +971528033410 ( WhatsApp Only)
"Can we be mean to AI?"
This is a ticketed event. You can register [here](https://luma.com/trajec-cte5).
In this talk, Giles Edkins looks at some experiments that shed light onto the theory of AI consciousness and welfare. We'll cover how LLMs are different from us and what we can learn about how they process information - with a few philosophical takes thrown in.
You can watch a livestream of the talk [here](https://www.youtube.com/@Trajectory-Labs/live?utm_source=luma).
Product Prototyping Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Mob Programming at Mofer Coffee
Let’s do some coding together at a cafe! No more working alone in the weekend. Here, we write code together. And I mean together together. Not occupying-the-same-space-but-separate together.
Here’s how it works: Jennifer brings her mobile app project, tells everyone that it is like Pinterest for recipes and she’d like to work on the nav bar. Paul and Chloe think Jennifer's project is fascinating, and they join the group. They gather around Jennifer’s laptop and work on the nav bar for 2 hours. Jennifer is the one typing out the code while Paul and Chloe research, brainstorm, and offer suggestions.
If you’re feeling stuck on your own project or need a motivation boost, bring it to mob programming!
Want to learn by watching how others code and solve problems? Join someone else’s project at this event!
Oh and we love your half-done projects that you are a bit embarrassed to share. Absolutely bring those to the event!
**Discord**:
We use Discord to share screen & code snippets during the event. Also feel free to share your projects here before the event!
https://discord.gg/xwjDdVSw3E
**Event policy**:
* We have 0 tolerance for harassment.
* We don’t allow the projects that are not meant to be shared in public such as school assignments, interview tasks, or trade secrets.
* The goal is to write code. We discourage you from pitching business ideas here, doing code reviews, or spending the whole event on planning what to do.
* Please buy a drink, and tip the barista well.
(Port Credit Arena) Improv Acting Drop-In
**Directions to the Room:**
To find the room, once in Port Credit Arena at the main entrance, go up the stairs, room is on the left. Room is labelled Credit Room South.
**Age: 18+**
**Event Description:**
This is an informal improv workshop where we get together to play games and scenes similar to those in Whose Line is it Anyways: https://youtu.be/KF3D2TMUhN8. If you want to boost your acting chops or are just looking for some silly fun, this is the place to be!
There are usually 10-20 people. The session starts with introductions, followed by group games then finishes with audience/performance sessions. Max capacity is 30 and spots are held based on how soon you sign up. See you there!
**Payment**
The price is $10 per person (interac only!) to help cover the costs of running the event. I can only accept interac e-transfer since at Mississauga facilities I'm not allowed to take cash.
We start by 7:10 please make sure to come on time.
P.S - We usually grab dinner/drinks at one of Port Credit's fabulous nearby bars or restaurants after the session. Everyone's welcome!
Creative Code Toronto work session
Join us for a Toronto meetup of creative coders! Instead of our usual show-and-tell, this will be a **work session!** If you're looking for some motivation to tinker on a creative project, now's your chance!
**What is creative code?** *Creative coding* refers to anything with an artistic component that uses code as a medium. We welcome artists who use code (for visuals, audio, poetry, or whatever else), designers, animators, toolmakers, researchers, or just enjoyers and people looking to learn more!
**Location:** Impact Kitchen on Queens Quay (88 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 0B6)
**Join our discord** if you want to talk to everyone before/after the event, or have any suggestions for things you'd like to see or do! [https://discord.gg/ux9txXPsdJ](https://discord.gg/ux9txXPsdJ)
Improv For New Friends
Don't be disappointed if you don't see a bunch of people attending. I advertise this on multiple platforms and the class usually sells out.
Improv comedy uses several techniques to create laughter. These include, creating an atmosphere free of judgement, saying 'yes', active listening, being positive, putting your focus on others, and the importance of play and laughter.
Not coincidentally, these are the same things that happen to us naturally when we are bonding with another person.
In this class, we'll explore these techniques not with the goal of being funny, but with the goal of being people that other people want to be around.
The organizer, Ralph MacLeod, is a co-founder of two independent improv clubs in Toronto - Bad Dog Theatre and Social Capital Theatre. He's been teaching improv for over 30 years. He also teaches these same techniques to several organizations including UofT, Google, Kraft, Shopify and many, many more.
Please feel free to ask any questions you may have!
FAQs and Good To Know....
After every event, a group from this class sit down and have a drink together so be prepared to stay if you want! Of course, you don't HAVE to.
You also don't have to be single or bring a friend. The vibe of this class is much more 'making new friends' than a 'singles' mixer'.
We usually run to 8:15 so pay for extra parking!
Blind Group Date Experience (ping pong + drinks)
**Important:**
**RSVP’ing on Meetup does not reserve your spot.**
**To join this experience, you must sign up at [app.cinders.dating](https://app.cinders.dating/home?utmSource=meetup) and complete your profile. Only confirmed guests will receive the exact location and details.**
✨ Skip weeks of texting. Meet your mutual matches in a setting that doesn't feel like an awkward first date.
🪄 Every month, we match singles who are looking for similar things with similar profiles and put them on a group date.
**🏓 🍻 We are doing ping pong & drinks this month! 🏓 🍻**
**What to Expect**
Ping pong + drinks, 12 - 16 singles (balanced gender) looking for similar things.
**How it works**
1. Create your profile on [Cinders](https://app.cinders.dating/home?utmSource=meetup).
2. Select 3 things that matter most to you in a partner.
3. We invite singles whose preferences align for blind group dates.
4. Confirm your spot (small registration fee), show up and meet your matches in a social setting that doesn't feel like an awkward first date.
The exact date and location will be shared only with confirmed guests.
**[Sign up here](https://app.cinders.dating/home?utmSource=meetup)**
**[Cinders](https://app.cinders.dating/home?utmSource=meetup) is a social app designed to help singles skip weeks of dating apps and meet in real life.** Our app learns your preferences and who and what you're into, then matches you into IRL experiences with people you might be aligned with.
**To join this experience, you must sign up at [cinders.dating](https://app.cinders.dating/home?utmSource=meetup) and complete your profile. Only confirmed guests will receive the location and details.**
Improv Class for New Friends
Don't be disappointed if you don't see a bunch of people attending. I advertise this on multiple platforms and the class usually sells out.
\*\*If you don't use Paypal, email me at ralph@socap.ca and we'll figure it out. You can pay be etransfer or with a credit card/cash at the venue.\*\*
Improv comedy uses several techniques to create laughter. These include, creating an atmosphere free of judgement, saying 'yes', active listening, being positive, putting your focus on others, and the importance of play and laughter.
Not coincidentally, these are the same things that happen to us naturally when we are bonding with another person.
In this class, we'll explore these techniques not with the goal of being funny, but with the goal of being people that other people want to be around.
The teacher, Ralph MacLeod, is a co-founder of two independent improv clubs in Toronto - Bad Dog Theatre and Social Capital Theatre. He's been teaching improv for over 30 years. He also teaches these same techniques to several organizations including UofT, Google, Kraft, Shopify and many, many more.
Please feel free to ask any questions you may have!
FAQs and Good To Know....
After every event, a group from this class sit down and have a drink together so be prepared to stay if you want! Of course, you don't HAVE to.
You also don't have to be single or bring a friend. The vibe of this class is much more 'making new friends' than a 'singles' mixer'.
We usually run to 8:15 so pay for extra parking!
Coffee and (vibe)code
A meetup for talking about the frontier of ai, or just vibe coding if you’re into that. Also industry gossip, hiring trends, effective altruism + predictions for the future
Product Prototyping Events Near You
Connect with your local Product Prototyping community
Prototype, Play, and Build Workshops (In-Person @GameArena)
We're going to GameArena! We'll be in-person at the GameArena Gateway for our monthly COGG Prototype and Play event. Come to play and showcase your games!
We're back in the upper levels of the catwalk area. It'll be packed with lots of camaraderie playing your game(s) and other's games on the 2nd floor. Light snacks and water provided but you can buy food and drinks at the bar (alcoholic drink ID required).
[www.game-arena.co](http://www.game-arena.co/)
**Attendees:**
Don't have a game to show? Not a problem! All are welcomed and invited from all ages and backgrounds. The more we can have to play test our games is all the better!
**Developers:**
Do you have a game that you would like to get critical feedback on? Would you like an excuse to work on a game with other talented artists, programmers, musicians, designers, and writers? Digital, table-top, non-experienced developers, and the like are welcomed! We'll provide signage for your game to help others learn more about your work. Wifi, outlets, tables, and seats (though standing tables also) are available.
Come to the Prototype and Play workshop to collaborate and meet local game developers for an evening of epic and raw game play fun! Play works-in-progress, show off your own game, work with others to add polish to a game, or even lend your talents to other fellow developers. For this event, light snacks from the bar and water will be provided!
Though you can purchase you own if you like at the bar:
[https://www.game-arena.co/menu](https://www.game-arena.co/menu)
Can use South Garage at the Gateway with a $5 voucher on your way out.
75 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9)
If you have any questions or comments, as always, feel free to reach out to us at [info@thecogg.com!](http://info@thecogg.com!/)
Columbus Comedy Improv Meetup at Gresso's!
Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you were quoted in *Truth in Comedy*, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**!
The idea behind improvised comedy is to create entire scenes from scratch. A suggestion is taken from the audience and laughter is built on the spot. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway, Make Some Noise,* or *Wild 'n Out*; it can also be done in a longer way, to tell a complicated story, like *TJ & Dave*.
Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and FREE!) weekly comedy event, brings the games for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Afterward, many members will hang out in *Gresso's* itself and get to know each other. Not only is this a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, your public speaking, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and build relationships that will last a lifetime, and you do that while laughing your butt off!
Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "*Yes, And*" that you'll have a blast!
AI Agents 101: How to Make ChatGPT Do Actual Work
Most people still use AI like a search box: type one question, get one answer, repeat.
But the next step is AI agents: systems that can take a goal, break it into steps, use tools, remember context, and produce useful work for a human to review.
In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll demystify what AI agents actually are — without hype or jargon. We’ll walk through practical examples of how agents can help with research, planning, writing, coding, operations, and personal productivity.
We’ll cover:
* What makes an AI “agent” instead of just a chatbot
* How agents break tasks into steps
* Where agents are genuinely useful today
* Where they fail, hallucinate, or need human review
* How to design simple AI workflows for your own work
* A live demo of an AI agent-style workflow from start to finish
No coding experience required. This is for anyone who wants to understand where AI tools are going and how to use them more effectively right now.
LOGISTICS AND PARKING:
The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks!
The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
AI Improv: let’s build a game together with Claude Code, Codex, and Gemini and b
We are going to build together with all the CLIs! E will be doing it at Columbus Code and Coffee
Agenda
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Hosted By
James Power, Organizer
Pete Gordon, Organizer
Just a Software Guy in the age of the Internet.
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-columbus-presents-ai-improv-lets-build-a-game-together-with-claude-code-codex-and-gemini-and-be-the-judge/.
Free Seminar: How to Improve Your Self Confidence & Social Life
Come attend a free in-person seminar where you will find out why you:
-Feel isolated
-Can't express yourself openly
-Get nervous or anxious in front of people
-Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied
-Feel introverted
-Don't feel comfortable in any social setting
-Can't make more friends
-Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way
And we cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above.
This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us!
COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY
This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Columbus Code & Coffee 87 @ Improving
Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you!
**What to Expect at the Intro Circle**
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Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup:
* Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics
Round 1 - (7 secs max):
* Your name
* What you're working on
* What you can help others with
Round 2:
* Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
Round 3:
* Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool.
After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio!
The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us!
And yes, there will be free food.
Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).





















