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FLow - vocal soundbath and breathwork meditation + freestyle vocal session
š¢ Doors open at 18:30 and sessions start at 19:00.
Freestyle vocal workout at and play session. ā¬8-20
š Flow is a state of being⦠an experience when you allow yourself to be 100% fully engaged in the present moment in a feedback loop between clarity and satisfaction. It is an undeniable sensation where things seem to be more effortless, pleasurable, in sync, and you can easily sense a connection with something greater than yourself; this is what we will createā¦:
⢠a connected and mindful meditation where it is possible to blissfully surf the cutting edge of the present moment togetherā¦
⢠a game where itās possible to feel excited and calm in the same moment, and everyone can win as much as they likeā¦
Scott Bolden, founder of Das Baumhaus Berlin will share some very easy, practical and effective methods developed during the last 12 years of facilitating the āImprovisational Groove Orchestraā (I.G.O.) improv vocal jam sessions.
Within 20 minutes participants learn to use the common sound space to create resonance in the form of improvisational music where it is quite common to experience some real flow momentsā¦
It is very easy to participate, no musical talent or training is required so anyone is welcome to join. All of the session is done with eyes closed to avoid visual distractions and keep focus on the co-created sound space. During these sessions we will also have short breaks for feedback and refreshment.
Important ā Please be on time. It is very important to understand the methodology and warm up in the group before joining in!
š¤ @21:00 - Freestyle vocal workshop and practice session.
ā¬8-15
Have you ever wanted to learn how to do freestyle vocalizations? Maybe you are on your way and would like to just have a fun workout session with other vocal freestyle enthusiasts. All levels welcome.
Links to sound samples - https://www.baumhausberlin.de/events/flow-a-guided-vocal-sound-bath-meditation/
Laboratorio di Improvvisazione teatrale
Laboratori di improvvisazione teatrale in italiano ā ogni lunedƬ sera.
Aperto a tutti, indipendentemente dall'esperienza: che tu sia alle prime armi o abbia giĆ calcato un palco, troverai un gruppo caldo, energico e sempre pronto a giocare.
Sempre ridendo si lavora sulla presenza, sull'ascolto, sull'istinto. Ci si diverte davvero.
Drop-in 20 euro: possibile iscrizione, a cicli oppure vieni quando puoi.
Ogni lunedƬ, 19:30ā22:00 Ā· Art Space in Exile, Hotel Continental (ElsenstraĆe 87)
Per info: [berlinoitaliaimprov@gmail.com](mailto:berlinoitaliaimprov@gmail.com)
Authentische Ehrlichkeit: Tiefe, Verbindung & Verbindlichkeit
**Authentische Ehrlichkeit - Ein Einführungs-Workshop**
**š¶ WertschƤtzungsbeitrag vor Ort: 10-20 Euro (nach eigenen Mƶglichkeiten)**
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Gute Freundschaften leben von Ehrlichkeit & Vertrauen.
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Gute Freunde kennen sich, wie ihre linke Westentasche: ihr Leben, ihre Gefühle, ihre Wünsche, ihre Einstellungen, ihre guten & ihre schlechten Seiten.
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Gute Freunde kƶnnen āJaā sagen, wenn es ein āJaā ist; und sie kƶnnen āNeinā sagen, wenn es ein āNeinā ist.
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Gute Freunde kƶnnen sich sagen, was sie aneinander mƶgen, und sie kƶnnen sich sagen, was sie nicht so toll finden.
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**š Ehrlichkeit als Basis guter Beziehungen**
Ehrlichkeit ist die Basis, damit NƤhe und Verbindung entstehen kann.
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Sich hinter Masken und (unbewussten) Lügen zu verstecken steht dieser Verbindung im Weg.
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Ich glaube alle Beziehungen im Leben werden vertrauensvoller, wenn man miteinander ehrlich ist: Liebensbeziehungen, Arbeitsbeziehungen, Freundschaften und selbst die Beziehung zur Bedienung im CafƩ.
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**š Dieser Abend ist eine Einführung in die Ehrlichkeit.**
Du erfƤhrst,
* warum āLügenā mehr ist als das bewusste Verdrehen von Fakten.
* wie Du im Leben mehr von dem bekommst, was Du wirklich willst, weil Du Dich auf Ehrlichkeit einlƤsst.
An diesem Abend werden wir in kleinen Schritten Ehrlichkeit üben, auch in unbequemen Situationen.
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Du nimmst praktische Ehrlichkeitsübungen mit, die Du sofort im Alltag und in Deinen Freundschaften umsetzen kannst.
**𧔠Zwei Worte über Ehrlichkeit**
Ich habe mich lange versteckt, wollte meine schwachen Seiten, meine Ćngste, Gefühle & Unzufriedenheiten nicht zeigen ā immer mit der Angst, abgelehnt zu werden.
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Irgendwann stieĆ ich auf Radikale Ehrlichkeit und buchte ein Wochenendseminar. Es war so befreiend!
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Meine Erfahrungen findest Du hier: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/radikale-ehrlichkeit-erfahrungsbericht](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/radikale-ehrlichkeit-erfahrungsbericht)
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Danach habe ich das 8-Tages-Retreat gemacht, wo es wirklich ans Eingemachte ging.
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Ich habe festgestellt, dass Ehrlichkeit meine Beziehungen zu anderen Menschen deutlich verbessert.
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Gleichzeitig fühle ich mich deutlich wohler, weil ich mich nicht mehr verstecke. Ich bekomme meine Probleme gelöst (weil ich darüber spreche) und meine Wünsche erfüllt (weil ich darüber spreche).
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Dieser Workshop ist mein Einstiegsbeitrag zu mehr Ehrlichkeit in Beziehungen und Freundschaften.
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#### š±š¼āāļø Ćber mich:
* Mein Name ist Georg Preller
* Ich bin Betreiber der Seite [www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de](http://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de)
* Ausgebildeter NLP-Lehrtrainer ([DVNLP](https://www.dvnlp.de/)) & Coach
* Jahrelang selbststƤndiger Unternehmensberater
* Eigene Vita: Von schüchternen Jungen zum fitten Mann
* Mehr über mich: [LinkedIn - Georg Preller](https://www.linkedin.com/in/georg-preller/)
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**ⰠDie Türen sind offen ab 18:15 Uhr.**
Deinen Mantel aufhƤngen, WC, eine Runde schwatzen und los geht's...
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**ā Darf ich wiederkommen?**
Es gibt nur wenige Veranstaltungen, bei denen man wirklich miteinander ins GesprƤch kommt. Hier schon, mit Tiefgang.
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Einige kommen immer wieder, um die kleinen Ćbungen nochmals im gesicherten Rahmen auszuprobieren oder aus Neugier, wie andere ihre authentische Ehrlichkeit leben.
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Das Workshopprogramm ist auch jedesmal etwas anderes - je nach Gruppe und zunehmenden Erfahrungen.
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**š Was bringst Du mit?**
* Etwas zu trinken (z.B. deine Wasserflasche, keinen Alkohol!)
* Du solltest satt sein und vorher gegessen haben
* Bargeld für Wertschätzungbeitrag
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**š Der Veranstaltungsraum**
* Wir haben einen wunderschƶnen Raum in Berlin Mitte
* saubere Toiletten
* Gut mit Ćffis zu erreichen nƤhe Hackescher Markt
* Vor Ort ist alles ausgeschildert.
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**Wegbeschreibung vor Ort:**
* Vor Ort ist alles augeschildert. Vorsichtshalber hier eine Wegbeschreibung
* Du klingest bei Hausnummer 28 bei Kieztreff
* Du gehst in den Hinterhof und dort nach links
* Dort klingelst Du und es wird Dir geƶffnet.
* Ich freu mich auf Dich!
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**šš½ Weitere Gruppen & Kontaktmƶglichkeiten**
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**ā Telegram-Kanal: [t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft](http://t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft)**
für Events, Workshops & Treffpunkte für neue Freundschaften
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**ā Freundschafts-Newsletter:** [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
Alle 4 Wochen das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung; oft seltener, denn ich schreibe nur dann, wenn es wirklich etwas zu berichten gibt.
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**š„ 6 Zutaten groĆartiger Freundschaften**
Seit 2020 forsche ich, was groĆartige Freundschaften wirklich ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist das 30seitige eBook: "Die 6 Zutaten groĆartiger Freundschaften". Du erhƤltst das eBook zurzeit kostenlos mit der Anmeldung zum Newsletter: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
THEATRE WORKSHOPS TO IMPROVE YOUR GERMAN LANGUAGE LEVEL
**Would you like to practice your German and do some theatre at the same time?**
Join us for our **Spielend Deutsch lernen** workshop starting this September!
Our workshops are conducted in German and are designed for non-native speakers. No prior theatre experience is necessary, but a basic knowledge of German (A2 level) is required to participate. We encourage regular attendance to build a cohesive team and work towards a group performance at the end of the six-month workshop.
### Workshop Details:
* **Start Date:** 15th septembre 2025 (
* **End Date:** 29th June 2026
* **Schedule:** Every Monday from 7 pm to 9 pm (except on bank holidays and Easter holidays)
* **Location:** Theater Spiel Raum, Bethanien Kreuzberg
### Cost:
The workshop is run by our German-speaking theater teacher **Irina Usova**. She also directly handles the logistics and communication with the participants.
Our courses are paid per period: SeptemberāDecember, JanuaryāMarch, and AprilāJune.
**Full price** : for 1 years 697 ā¬
**Reduced price :** Applies to students, low-income individuals, and job seekers ā proof required: 574 ā¬
**Inscription during the year** : Price recalculated according to the number of remaining sessions
**Please note that the number of participants is limited to 15, so be sure to sign up early!** We look forward to welcoming you to our workshop. If you have any questions, please donāt hesitate to contact us at
: **info@coursetjardins.com**
Please register on this formular if you are interested :
https://widgets.yolawo.de/w/0/bookables/6888d9fff8185e5091aabd22
Don't forget to look at our Website : coursetjardins.org in the section theater workshop.
Looking forward meeting you all :)
Women Who Think Differently Cognitive Agility Through Chess
Train Your Brain
Confidence & Adaptability Under Pressure
What if confidence, adaptability, and decision-making could be trained through play?
This interactive workshop introduces Cognitive Agility Through Chess ā a beginner-friendly experience designed to strengthen focus, resilience, strategic thinking, and communication in a supportive and engaging environment.
This is not a traditional chess class.
Chess is used as a tool for reflection, collaboration, adaptability, and cognitive development through interactive challenges and guided exercises.
WHAT TO EXPECT
āļø Beginner-friendly introduction to chess fundamentals
š§ Interactive cognitive and strategic challenges
š¤ Team-based and collaborative gameplay
ā” Exercises focused on adaptability and thinking under pressure
š¬ Guided reflection and discussion
THIS EXPERIENCE SUPPORTS
⢠Confidence-building
⢠Strategic thinking
⢠Communication
⢠Adaptability
⢠Emotional resilience
⢠Cognitive flexibility
⢠Decision-making under pressure
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Women interested in:
⢠self-development
⢠leadership
⢠psychology
⢠strategy
⢠meaningful social connection
⢠cognitive performance
⢠creative and reflective experiences
No chess experience is needed.
EVENT DETAILS
š Motel One ā InvalidenstraĆe 54, 10557 Berlin
š 2 Hours
š„ Limited small group experience, from 6-12 participants per event
PILOT SESSION
This is part of a limited founding pilot series in Berlin designed to create a thoughtful, engaging, and collaborative learning experience.
FACILITATED BY
Radwa Omar
Founder & Cognitive Agility Facilitator
Train Your Brain ā Cognitive Agility Through Chess
Train how you think.
Elevate how you perform.
(13 km) Swims & Gentle Green Walk southeast of Berlin
Playful Hike #73
**2 eur donation in cash** required at the beginning of the hike. This is uniquely to cover the Meetup fee that keeps the group alive.
**Invitation to the Telegram community. ALL COMMUNICATION for this Event** will be done **in the Event Chat&Photos** subchannel. **Mute/Unmute** your notifications for **each subchannel to your preference:**
[https://t.me/+8-_rnJBuabBkNjI0](https://t.me/+8-_rnJBuabBkNjI0)
**Pace:** 4.5+ km/h.
**Bring:** **Food and water** for the duration of the event, appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather, and any optionals you want (**sun protection**, **towel/swimsuit,** **hat,** **mosquito spray**...**).**
**Extra:** We play games and make a fool of ourselves sometimes. Be ready to join in :D
**Please keep updating your RSVP** (Assist/Won't Assist) **as your availability changes. I might deny participation in future events for no-shows.**
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**The Plan (13 km):**
[Komoot Route](https://www.komoot.com/tour/2978297228?share_token=aXU1dTp0H8j63hV0To5ImeZY8S09dvnX8LyWqJlN8q2EiqeKPq&ref=wtd&t_s=referral&t_cid=route_share&t_ref_username=706394060398)
The Sun is back to its warm shenanigans, and May is full of holidays, so let's make the best out of it and have a relaxed walk through some forests, enjoying the fresh Brandenburg water in up to three swimming spots. The last one is close to the return station, so there is flexibility on how much some might want to stay in the water.
We will also see some cute wooden sculptures depicting kings and peasants.
This is a much shorter and relaxed walk than usual, with a slower pace to focus more on nature. Perfect for a lazy Monday.
Come join us!
**Tickets: DeutschlandTicket or ABC to go, 6,30 eur to return.**
**Going:** Easiest is to arrive on RE2. Takes 20 minutes from Ostkreuz.
We start moving in 5 to 10 minutes after 10:03, so make sure to be on time **or follow our Live Location on Telegram**.
**Returning:**
We return from **Bestensee** some hours later. Intention is to aim for the return **RE7 at 16:31 pm,** but we are freeflowing and **dont take return times too seriously**.
**Disclaimers:**
\- Participation is under your own responsibility\, the organizers are not liable for damages or losses\.
\- Some pictures/video might be taken and displayed publicly for the purposes of community or promotion of the group\. Please request their removal or modification if relevant\.
New in Berlin: Chasing Summer Early ā Social Butterfly Club š¦
Berlin is slowly slipping into summer again ā longer evenings, warmer air and the feeling that staying home might mean missing something. Join us for a Monday night full of conversations, new faces and a little bit of early summer energy before the city gets too busy to notice itself.
⨠Tiny optional challenge:
Bring one small thing that feels like summer in Berlin to you.
A photo, an object, a snack, sunglasses, a book, a strange souvenir ā anything with a story behind it.
Orga
The location accepts only card payments. We will be sitting in the first room.
Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs:
[https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/)
Meet your host
Iām Julia ā a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect.
Insta [https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/)
LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/)
About
The Social Butterfly Club š¦ is a Berlin-based community that has been bringing people together for over three years. Each gathering is part of a larger framework designed to help friendships grow through shared experiences in the city ā with a long-term vision of turning Berlin itself into a shared, playful experience.
Love the vibe?
Thereās a whole community waiting for you.
š¦ Join the Social Butterfly Club and experience Berlin together
[https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/)
Project Management Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
From Scrum Master to System Designer
In the previous meetup, we discussed a difficult question:
**Will AI replace Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches?**
This session builds on that conversation.
Instead of focusing on what might disappear, weāll focus on:
**What will become more valuable.**
š§ **What youāll learn**
Weāll explore the shift from:
* Why facilitation and process knowledge are no longer enough
* The shift from team-level focus to system-level thinking
* How organizational design becomes a key capability
* What skills will make you stand out in the coming years
Grounded in Org Topologiesā¢, weāll look at:
* Why many roles operate in **output-driven, incomplete setups**
* The shift toward **outcome-oriented, complete mandates**
* Why organizational design becomes a **core capability**
* How AI amplifies this shift rather than causing it
š **Core idea**
The future is not about becoming a better Scrum Master.
Itās about becoming someone who can:
* see the organization as a system
* identify structural constraints
* redesign how work, learning, and decision-making happen
š¤ **Format**
* \~30 min talk
* \~30 min Q&A and discussion
* \~30+ min Networking
š„ **Who this is for**
* Scrum Masters & Agile Coaches seeking their next evolution
* People struggling to create impact in their current setup
* Leaders interested in system-level change
* Anyone thinking about their next career step
š” **Why join**
Many people feel that āsomething is changing.ā
This session helps you **name the shift** ā and position yourself within it.
Btw: This meetup prepares the ground for a special session with the author of *10xOrg* in June.
Lean Coffee for Managers & Leaders
Join us for an upcoming in-person Lean Coffee meetup. Lean Coffee is a lightly-structured meeting format where the attendees create the agenda.
Bring your management challenges; whether you're managing people, products, processes or beyond, and solve them together with peers from a diverse set of backgrounds.
This event is great for anybody trying to create better ways of working and wants to share with + learn from others trying to do the same.
LeadDev Berlin Meetup #6
**Exciting news: The second LeadDev Berlin meetup 2026 is here**
Get ready for the upcoming LeadDev Berlin Meetup!
Join us for our next LeadDev meetup on May 28th, and enjoy an evening of networking and lightning talks. Drinks and nibbles will be provided on the night, thanks to Zalando.
**Date: Tuesday, May 28th, 2026**
**Time: 6 - 9 pm**
**Location: Zalando BHW, Hedwig-Wachenheim-StraĆe 7, 10243 Berlin**
**Spaces are limited - you must RSVP to attend.**
**Note: Please bring a Photo ID with you. It will be required to enter the venue.**
**Schedule:**
**06.00 pm** \- Arrival\, networking and refreshments
**06.30 pm** \- Welcome from host \- Zalando
**06.40 pm** - [CJ Jenkins](https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-jenkins/) \- Using AI Embeddings To Generate More Performant Features
**07.00 pm** - [Ruben Nagoga](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-nagoga-89666717/) \- How Ways Of Working Are Evolving
**07.20 pm** \- Break
**07.45 pm** - [Karima Mzoughi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/karima-mzoughi-0992b598/) \- Beyond Delivery: How Engineering Leaders Drive Real Business Impact
**08.00 pm** \- Closing remarks
**08.05 pm** \- Networking
**09.00 pm** \- Close
You can also [join our Slack workspace](https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/leaddev.com%2Fjoin-slack/d6eN/Oee1AQ/AQ/a9b371b4-7191-44ca-9609-20d7a87b5535/2/mdj-K8GnZN) to keep up to date with everything in our Berlin community. **Join the channel #leaddev-berlin or #berlin.**
If you need further information or have any questions, please email [hello@leaddev.com.](http://hello@leaddev.com./)
Here is a friendly reminder of our [Code of Conduct](https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/leaddev.com%2Fcode-conduct/d6eN/Oee1AQ/AQ/a9b371b4-7191-44ca-9609-20d7a87b5535/3/U3Fu0fY6qI) to help protect the safety of our community.
Don't forget to share this with your colleagues who may be interested, and keep an eye out for upcoming meetups later this year.
**Thank you to our Berlin meetup partner Zalando.**
Spring into Product š± Networking Event
CASH-ONLY VENUE!
We're back at Goldmarie āļøš„ Join us for a warm spring evening with the **Product Management Society Berlin**! Weāre bringing together product designers, managers, founders, and engineers for a relaxed night of networking and conversation.
š **Venue:** Goldmarie
GrimmstraĆe 29, 10967 Berlin, Germany
The event will take place in a casual bar setting. Come by, grab a drink, and connect with others in the product community!
**We're bringing together Product Designers, PMs, founders, and engineers for a relaxed evening of networking. If you're in the product world or want to be, come connect with your community. See you there!**
Anyone interested in Product Design or trying to get into
Product Design is welcome. Our meetups typically include a mix of product designers, product managers, founders, marketers and engineers :) The event follows a relaxed format, giving the participants an opportunity to network with fellow product people.
* **Follow us on Linkedin:** [https://www.linkedin.com/company/product-management-society/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/product-management-society/)
* **Join our Slack channel:** [https://join.slack.com/t/product-mgmt-society/shared_invite/zt-2t477uzhc-0RWKnexUEQLmjlymeZ3_bg](https://join.slack.com/t/product-mgmt-society/shared_invite/zt-2t477uzhc-0RWKnexUEQLmjlymeZ3_bg)
* **Subscribe to our blog:** [https://blog.productmanagementsociety.com/](https://blog.productmanagementsociety.com/)
* **Connect with the founder, Gabriela Naumnik:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielanaumnik/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielanaumnik/)
* **Connect with Product Designer and co-host, Konrad Krawczyk:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/konradkrawc/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/konradkrawc/)
* **Connect with Product Designer and co-host, Sara Bruszt:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-bruszt-21360bb4/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-bruszt-21360bb4/)
Co-Working Session (Deep Work, all types of work welcome)
Hello! Iām organising a coworking + socialising session for all of us who are working on projects (e.g. our own creations, freelance or remote work) but don't feel like sitting alone at home. š
To ensure that we have time for both socialising AND working, we will be using the so-called āPomodoroā technique:
**50 mins deep work** (silent), followed by **10 mins break** to socialise. And then repeat!
You are welcome to join whatever your personal background is, and whatever project you are working on.
I (the host) speak English and German, so either language is fine.
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AGENDA:
* **Short Intro**
Tell us who you are and share something about what you will be working on today
* **Pomodoro Session** \- 3x \(3h\)
Each Pomodoro session consists of 50 mins focused ādeep workā (no talking, no interruptions, **phones on silent mode**)
-> then 10 mins break: a chance to share your progress with others
-> Repeat
* **15 mins Wrap Up**
Celebrate what you achieved and get to know others š
āāāā
The location is **Espresso House near Checkpoint Charlie** (they have multiple outlets - so be sure to go to the correct one!)
Wifi + power plugs are available - but best to bring a fully charged laptop, just in case š
You **do not** have to pay anything. But since we are using the cafƩ space, it is common courtesy to buy at least one drink (coffee costs roughly **4 Euros**).
regular NixOS Meetup @c-base
We are back in the c-base!
Do you already run NixOS and want to talk to other people or want an introductory session with some NixOS users. Just bring your machine!
Usually there are no topics, we just sit in front of our computers, talk about stuff, debug some problems or review some PRs on nixpkgs.
There are drinks usually available from the c-base bar.
If you can't find us. just ask around or ask in irc (#krebs on hackint)
Planning Parental Leave in Tech
Planning to go on parental leave while working in tech? You probably have a ton of questions, and we will do our best to get you answers.
Whether you're expecting, currently on leave, planning ahead or wanting to support your teammates, navigating parental leave comes with a lot of new challenges.
Technical careers require us to stay up to date and living in Germany adds another layer of bureaucratic hurdles to the mix.
To help you feel more prepared, we have selected panelists who've been through it and will share their experiences openly: what worked, what surprised them, and what they wish they'd known.
We'll cover the practical and bureaucratic side, the career side, and we'll reserve time for your questions.
**šļø Agenda**
6:30 Arrival and networking
7:30 Welcome and Intro
7:40 Panel Discussion: Planning Parental Leave in Tech
9:00 Event ends
**Panel: Planning Parental Leave in Tech**
ā **Saranya Parvathi Ganesan**, Senior Software Engineer @Immoscout24
ā **Sinny Kumari**, Associate Engineering Manager @Red Hat
ā **Vanessa Ating**, Senior Frontend Engineer
ā Moderated by: **Vaishali Thakkar,** Confidential Computing Expert @SUSE
**š Food and Drinks**
There will be vegetarian and vegan food and beverages sponsored by our host Bettermile.
š£ļø **About the Panelists**
**Saranya**
Iām a mother to a four-year-old daughter and currently work as a Senior Software Engineer at ImmoScout24. I have over 12 years of experience in software development, primarily in backend engineering with Java, Kotlin, AWS, Node.js, and serverless technologies. Prior to moving to Germany, I worked as a Software Engineer at PayPal and Ford in India. Iām passionate about mentoring, continuous learning, and staying hands-on with technology while building scalable and reliable systems.
**Sinny**
[Sinny](https://sinnykumari.wordpress.com/) is a mother to a four-year-old and an Engineering Manager at Red Hat. Prior to stepping into engineering leadership for the [DNF](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DNF_(software)) team, she spent over a decade as a Software Engineer developing core OpenShift [operators](https://github.com/openshift/machine-config-operator), performing ABI analysis, and more. She is also an Open Source enthusiast and has contributed to projects such as Fedora and KDE.
**Vanessa**
Iām a Software Engineer with over five years of experience building scalable, accessible web applications across the full stack. I specialize in frontend development with React, TypeScript, and Next.js while also bringing solid backend experience to deliver complete end-to-end solutions. Iām passionate about creating design-driven interfaces that deliver real value to users.
š**About Bettermile**
Weāre Bettermile, and weāre essentially here to fix the parcel logistics. Weāve built an AI-powered SaaS suite that turns the chaos of dynamic routing and complex addresses into a smooth, efficient experience. Based in Berlin-Kreuzberg, weāre a 150-strong international crew (36 languages and counting!) that ditches the corporate ego for creative freedom and actual autonomy. With flexibility, a kid-and-pet-friendly office, and a culture thatās high on drive, weāre setting a new standard for last mile.
**āļø About the FLINTA label**
This event is labeled as FLINTA (women, lesbians, intersex, non-binary, trans and agender) as we make it a mission to empower women and other underrepresented minorities in the tech community.
š **Code of Conduct**
We are dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming experience for everyone who participates in our events.
By attending our event, you agree to the Berlin Code of Conduct: https://berlincodeofconduct.org/en
šø **Media Consent**
We may be taking photos of this event for social media posts. If you do not want to be photographed, please let the organizers at the event know. We will make sure to respect your privacy.
š **About Empowered in Tech**
We are a local community in Berlin dedicated to empowering FLINTA (women, lesbians, intersex, non-binary, trans and agender) people to excel in their tech journey. Our events offer study groups, technical workshops, hackathons, networking events, panel discussions, lightning talks, and social events. Stay in touch with the community!
Join our Slack:
[https://bit.ly/EmpoweredInTechSlack](https://bit.ly/EmpoweredInTechSlack)
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ServiceNow Knowledge 26 Recap + Topgolf Happy Hour
Couldn't make Knowledge? Or want to debrief the dancing robots or Autonomous Workforce? Join us for a Knowledge '26 recap, insights sharing, a couple rounds of golf, and fun at Topgolf. As always, drinks and food will be provided. More details to come ā mark your calendar, RSVP, and save your spot today!
Connected Westerville Night of Networking!
Connected Westerville Night of Networking flips the script on networking, with surprises and connections that'll make you say, "Who knew networking could be this much fun?!"
Ensuring Software Quality in the world of AI Developers - Matt Eland
**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**
Like it or not, AI agents are now capable of turning a quickly written paragraph of requirements into a pull request that is ready to be integrated into real-world production applications and it's now our responsibility to make sure AI doesn't go rogue and take down prod - or corrupt our data by misunderstanding the requirements or our existing schemas. In this session we'll explore strategies to protect our codebases through unit and integration testing, documentation, and code review along with additional ways of providing context and guard rails to our AI agents as they carry out the work we've assigned them to do. By the time we're done, you'll have a firm grasp of the problem and understand some helpful options for protecting your codebase from vibe coding mishaps getting YOLOed into prod.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Annual Columbus ACE Summer Picnic
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
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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
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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.
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Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-annual-columbus-ace-summer-picnic/.
Men's Group meetup
**The idea for this group is to build a community where men can gather together and build connections & learn and grow from each other.**
How we start each meeting is by each of us checking in with our "roses and thorns" aka what are the good things and the bad things going on in your life recently?
Then we will go into a topic discussion.
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**COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS**
\*\*THERE WILL BE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FOR NO-SHOWS. IF YOU RSVP TO A MEETING AND FAIL TO SHOW UP WITHOUT NOTICE, YOU'LL BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP. THIS IS TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE GROUP\*\*
1. Confidentiality - EVERYTHING that is shared NEVER leaves this space so that this space remains safe and sacred. There is a zero tolerance policy for this. If a man is in violation of this, they will be permanently removed from the group.
2. Non-Judgement - we respect and honor every manās truth so that we may receive the same from others. While we may not agree on everything, we commit to respecting every manās perspectives and engaging in honorable discussion with one another.
3. Be committed - honor your commitment to this group and to yourself. If you attend a meeting, please commit yourself fully to the meeting. Also be committed to your own journey. When we fail, we own it & clean it up.
4. Speak from the heart - this is NOT a space to ālook goodā, have the ārightā answers, and have it all together. Relax and know you are not alone. Be exactly who you are within the safety of this space.
5. Be supportive - This means always willing to provide encouragement to your fellow men, encourage action and momentum in each otherās lives.. Be willing to challenge each other. Be willing to hold each other accountable.
6. Participation - what you receive from this community will be a reflection of what you put into it. Period. We ask that you share your perspectives, reflect on others, and give/receive support when and where itās needed.
Game Dev Meetup (@Improving In-Person)
PLEASE NOTE!!!
This event will be In-Person for our very 1st Improving collab! If you know the [Columbus Unity group](https://www.meetup.com/columbus-unity-user-group/) location, we'll be at the same place. This is our 1st event and are doing a soft launch with limited attendance. 1st come 1st serve. If you want to be there and we fill up, please email me at [info@thecogg.com](mailto:info@thecogg.com) and I'll be in touch.
All street parking is free on Sundays but you can also pay to park in any of the local garages. See image of [parking map here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mr9_LFIggbs-0_Zd3AJTGNqEhgMf2TzQ/view?usp=sharing).
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On the last Sunday of the month, we're having our usual end-of-the-month social gathering with our GameDev Meetup meeting. There will be announcements and presentations followed by some social networking Let's continue the conversations with good vibes and friends.
All are welcomed from all ages and backgrounds to this public event. If we can, we'll be streaming or uploading the video later via our COGG YouTube channel here:
[https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@TheCOGG/streams)
(Also please do subscribe if you have not done so!)
No game development experience required!
If you are interested in doing a 20 minute game development related presentation, please fill out our form online here:
[https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1](https://goo.gl/forms/lVdTJZiNJewlPJuj1)
Or e-mail us at info@thecogg.com
with the following:
Your Name, Company/Affiliation, Name of Your Game/Topic, Description, Tech Needs, and Your Contact.
Be sure to check out our Discord for real time news updates:
[https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ](https://discord.gg/NrBhuNQ)
Richmond Zoom Online Speed Dating
**ā¤ļøāš„ Richmond Online Speed Dating on Zoom**
Online speed dating for Richmond locals ā personality matched, hosted live on Zoom.
**Choose your age range to sign up:**
- **Ages 18-32** ā [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond&groupurlname=build-real-connections-at-day-trips&ar=18-32&face_v=9.0)
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**ā ļø Your RSVP doesn't confirm a place.** Click your age group below, register, and take the personality quiz. Spots are limited.
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**How It Works**
1. **Register** ā Pick your age group above and sign up.
2. **Take the quiz** ā Short personality quiz so we can match you well.
3. **Join on Zoom** ā Your host will guide you through every round.
4. **Get matches** ā Mutual matches sent after the event.
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