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**New participants are required to contact WhatsApp at 0501497147 before signing up for the event to confirm their slot.** Join us for an exciting Doubles Badminton Night at **Cleopatra Sports Al Quoz (Springdale School).** Whether you are a seasoned player or new to the game, this event is perfect for everyone looking to have a great time on the court. Meet fellow badminton enthusiasts, improve your skills, and enjoy some friendly competition in a social and welcoming environment. P**lying every Monday at 8-10 pm Springdale School Al quoz.** **Cost will be AED 40/- Per person including court rent , premium feather** **shuttle and average 8 games will get every plyers.** **New plyers must confirm your slots through WhatsApp ( Rensin +971 501497147)** **Note: No cancellation on game day and full payment is applicable if any cancellation on game day** **Join WhatsApp Group ; https://chat.whatsapp.com/GUlBTloYtkrGVLb2ljK1ZV** This event is ideal for those who enjoy social sports, staying active, and connecting with like-minded individuals. Whether you are a singles or doubles player, come and experience a fun-filled evening of healthy living through exercise and sports. Don't miss out on this opportunity to mingle with new friends, network, and have a blast playing indoor badminton. Let's make this a memorable night of sports, recreation, and social bonding!

Welcome to the Individual dance classes with Liubiana. Liubiana is a known professional dancer from Russia with 26 years experience of dancing and 16 of teaching. At the classes you have oppostunity try any Latin Dance: Salsa, Bachata, Zouk etc. If you never danced before it\`s convenient start with private classes for nobody could disturb you and you can focus on the process of learning one-on-one with instructor. Liubiana makes classes with male and female students. Can lead you during the dance, follow, work on your tecknique, dance confidance, dance style. You can make classes also in couple and train with each other. Individual lessons are the best option get best results in a short time. It suits also for busy people, so we select time comfortable for you and instructor. Your can create your schedule of training on regular basis. Follow the website to choose the package [https://www.souldance.studio/Packages](https://www.souldance.studio/Packages) Contact us 0553244784 to confirm available time Location: JLT, Dubai Classes also coulde be done at your place (extra charge) souldance.studio

This is an event for deep thinkers who enjoy deep discussions. No prior knowledge of philosophy is required. In the first segment of this event, we shall have a group discussion on randomly selected topics. In the second segment of the event, we shall discuss a short philosophical article after reading it. Please note that this event has a fee of AED 30.

Welcome to the Dance Course of most beautiful dance Brazilian Zouk!!! We will introduce you to this Social dance from the beginning. In our Zouk classes, we focus on laying a good foundation, creating the right technique. Zouk dance is built on connection, so an important part of our lessons is to create this contact in a couple in interaction with music. Music is an integral part of the dance Zouk. So dancing gives a lot of freedom of choosing music. We can use any Pop music that suits the beat, Kizomba music, and even Reggaeton, RnB as well as any romantic music. The movement of the lady's head with hair swing one of the hallmarks of the dance. Monday 21:00 - 22:00 Group Lesson Level 1 for Absolute Beginners \*\*\* Number of places limited with pre-booking necessary. \*\*\* We provide free drinking water for attendees. Event Cost: 4 lessons AED 360/- One Lesson AED 100/- Payable in Cash or Bank Transfer \*\*\* PRE-BOOKING mandatory on https://souldance.studio, or WhatsApp: 055 32 44 784

📢 Arabic Mafia Night Join us for Mafia Night on Monday at 8:00 PM. 💵 Price includes one drink: 🧋 60 AED for gentlemen 30 AED for ladies 🍹 Shisha is also available on the menu. 📍 Location: Shisha Café, JVC 🗣️ Arabic speakers only For RESERVATIONS: 055 577 8561 https://chat.whatsapp.com/HAT1O86iHKPBjq3hyryeJ7 https://www.instagram.com/winner_dinner0 *Visit our website* https://winner-dinner.com

**It is a paid event. Charges 45aed for 2 hrs of the game per player.** \# 🎯 Welcome to Badminton Lovers Dubai\! **The World's Highest-rated badminton community** from the heart of Dubai \(⭐ 4\.9 ★ \| 4500\+ reviews\) – where fun\, fitness\, and friendship come together on court\! Whether you’re a **beginner eager to learn** or an **advanced player seeking competitive rallies**, you’ll enjoy: ✔ 2 hours of structured, mix-and-match Singles and Doubles games ✔ Professional world-class courts at **Xtra Sports Club Al Qouz** ✔ A friendly, welcoming community of players of all levels \*\*\* \#\# ⭐ Why Join Us? ✔ Dubai’s **#1 rated sports & social group** ✔ Play with 5-6 players per court → **minimum waiting time** ✔ Separate courts for **advanced competitive matches** ✔ Beginner-friendly – guidance & support provided ✔ **Feather shuttles included** + limited rackets (first-come, first-serve) ✔ Exclusive **discounts at leading sports stores in Dubai** ✔ Social, fun, and a great way to meet new friends \*\*\* \#\# 📍 Event Details * ⏳ **Duration:** 2 hours of exciting badminton games * 🏸 **Venue:** Xtra Sports Club Al Qouz * 💵 **Fee:** 45 AED (includes feather shuttles) * 💳 **Payment:** Online (CareemPay/Bank Transfer – **Rauf 0555236521**). *Cash is only for approved regulars (+5 AED surcharge).* * 🔄 **System:** Mix-and-match doubles for maximum variety \*\*\* ## 📱 New Players – Important At the time of RSVP, please WhatsApp the organiser: **Rauf 055523652**1 (Event HOST) https://wa.me/971555236521 📲 0509001406 \| 0502480751 \(Waqsi\) ## 💰 Payment & Cancellation Policy * **RSVP = Commitment** * Your RSVP is your commitment to attend. Please honour it. * Your RSVP blocks a spot, and you are responsible for payment unless you cancel on time. **Payment** * Payment is required **immediately at the time of RSVP** to secure your spot. * If you RSVP but do not pay **and** do not cancel within the allowed time, you are still liable for the session fee. **Cancellation by Players** * ✅ Cancel **12+ hours before the event:** No charge. If already paid, the amount is credited towards a future session. * ❌ Cancel **less than 12 hours before** OR **No-show:** Full payment required, even if you have not yet paid. No credit/refund. **Unpaid RSVPs** * Unpaid RSVPs may be removed by organisers **before the 12-hour window.** * Within 12 hours of the event, all RSVPs (paid or unpaid) are treated as confirmed and subject to the cancellation/no-show policy. **Event Cancelled by Organisers** * If we cancel, you will receive a **full refund** or a **session credit** (your choice). **Non-Payment Consequences** * Players who fail to honour payment after a late cancellation or no-show may be restricted from RSVPing for future sessions until dues are cleared. \*\*\* \#\# 📸 Social Media Policy * Photos/videos may be used to promote badminton & our community * You can request removal in writing for future events * Past media cannot be deleted \*\*\* \#\# 👥 Guest Policy * Guests must be registered with **name & level** * RSVP holder is responsible for guest payment & cancellations \*\*\* ## 🏸 Safety Guidelines & Event Rules *(Badminton Lovers Dubai)* To ensure a safe, enjoyable, and well-organised experience for everyone, all participants are required to read and follow the guidelines below: *** ### 1️⃣ Personal Responsibility * All players participate **at their own risk**. * Please ensure you are **physically fit and medically able** to play badminton before joining the session. * Warm up properly and play within your personal limits. *** ### 2️⃣ On-Court Safety * Always be aware of **other players**, shuttle direction, and adjacent courts. * Avoid running into other courts or behind players during active rallies. * Stop play immediately if a shuttle or player enters your court unexpectedly. * Wear **appropriate non-marking sports shoes** to prevent slips and injuries. *** ### 3️⃣ Equipment & Attire * Use suitable badminton rackets and equipment in good condition. * Badminton Lovers Dubai is **not responsible** for any damage to personal equipment. *** ### 4️⃣ Personal Belongings * Players are fully responsible for their **own belongings**, including rackets, bags, wallets, phones, and valuables. * Please do not leave personal items unattended. * **The organisers are not liable** for any loss, theft, or damage to personal property. *** ### 5️⃣ Injuries & Medical Emergencies * In case of injury, please inform the organiser immediately. * First aid (if available at the venue) is provided as a courtesy only. * **The organisers, hosts, and venue are not liable** for any injuries, accidents, or medical conditions arising before, during, or after the event. *** ### 6️⃣ Conduct & Sportsmanship * Respect fellow players, organisers, and venue staff at all times. * Aggressive behaviour, unsafe play, or repeated rule violations may result in removal from the session without refund. * Follow organiser instructions regarding court rotation, timing, and player grouping. *** ### 7️⃣ Venue Rules * All participants must comply with the **venue’s rules and regulations**. * Any penalties imposed by the venue due to misconduct will be the responsibility of the individual involved. *** ### 8️⃣ Liability Disclaimer By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that: * You voluntarily assume all risks associated with playing badminton. * **Badminton Lovers Dubai, its organisers, hosts, and volunteers are released from any liability**, claims, demands, or causes of action related to personal injury, loss, damage, or theft of belongings. \#\# ✅ Ready to Play? Click RSVP, send us a WhatsApp to confirm, and get ready to smash your way into Dubai’s most exciting badminton community!

Doing great work is one thing, proving it is another. This interactive workshop shows you how to turn your projects and ideas into real, measurable impact. You will learn practical, human-centered ways to track social and business change without the overwhelm. Through hands-on exercises, we will cover how to choose the right indicators, set smart baselines, and follow progress over time, blending numbers with storytelling and community feedback to bring your impact to life. You will leave with a simple, flexible framework you can use immediately to measure, improve, and communicate the value you create. This workshop is perfect for entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers ready to measure what truly matters. Speaker [Afaf Al Kharfan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/afafalkharfan/), Programme Manager,[ Pearl Initiative](https://www.pearlinitiative.org/) Afaf specializes in cultural programming and social impact initiatives and is passionate about social entrepreneurship and human-centered design.

💖 **Couples’ Valentine’s Special – Free Meditation & Harmony Ritual** 💖 Join us on **February 13, 2026, from 7:00–8:00 PM** at **The Wellbeing Sanctuary** for a deeply nurturing **couples’ meditation and harmony ritual** designed to help you slow down, open your hearts, and reconnect on a deeper emotional and energetic level. Through guided meditation and a sacred harmony ritual, you and your partner will release stress, align your energies, and strengthen your bond in a calm, loving space. ✨ **This is a free event** ✨ **Limited spots available** Celebrate love with intention, awareness, and togetherness. Reserve your spot and share a meaningful Valentine’s experience. 💫💞

**IMPORTANT PLEASE RSVP @** https://luma.com/x738xm5j?tk=03h7MB \*\*\*\* Join us for an Apache Kafka®/Flink® x AI meetup on Tuesday February 10th hosted by AWS and supported by Aerospike! 📍**Venue:** **AWS, Reception Ground Floor -** Al Falak St - Al Sufouh - Al Sufouh 2 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates **PLEASE REGISTER WITH YOUR DETAILS FOR SECURITY PURPOSES.** ***Data notice:*** *By registering for this event, you acknowledge that your registration details will be shared with AWS for security and access-control purposes related to entry to the AWS office, in accordance with applicable data protection and GDPR regulations.* 🗓 **Agenda:** * 5:30pm Doors open * 5:45pm – 6:20pm: Food/Drinks and networking * **6:20pm - 6:50pm: Kafka on EKS: Production Patterns with Strimzi** \- Nati Cohen\, Solutions Architect\, AWS * **6:50 pm - 7:30: Guardians of the Stream: Kafka, Flink, and the Rise of GenAI -** Dominique Ronde, Staff Solution Engineer, Confluent * 7:30 pm - 7:40 pm 10 mins break * **7:40pm - 8:10pm: Speed vs. Capacity: Designing Data Systems for Real-Time Scale -** Oshrat Ben Avi Zabludovitz from Aerospike * 8:10pm - 9:00pm: Additional Q&A and Networking **💡First Session: Kafka on EKS: Production Patterns with Strimzi** Nati Cohen from AWS **💡Second Session: Guardians of the Stream: Kafka, Flink, and the Rise of GenAI** Dominique Ronde from Confluent **💡Third Session: Speed vs. Capacity: Designing Data Systems for Real-Time Scale** Oshrat Ben Avi Zabludovitz from Aerospike \*\*\* DISCLAIMER We do not cater to those under the age of 20. If you want to host or speak at a future meetup, please email community@confluent.io

**✨ Invitation to a Sacred Journey with Sri Yantra ✨** Dear beautiful ladies, we warmly invite you to a special spiritual experience — Sri Yantra Colouring Meditation, combined with Ladies OM Chanting 💗 🎨 Sri Yantra is ancient sacred geometry, considered the most powerful of all yantras. Working with Sri Yantra helps harmonise inner and outer space, balance feminine and masculine energies, protect from unfavourable planetary influences, and support both spiritual and material prosperity. It gently transforms negative qualities into positive ones and helps bring clarity to your questions and intentions. Colouring Sri Yantra is a deeply joyful, grounding and heart-opening practice, filling you with harmony, bliss and inner strength ✨ 🕉 Ladies OM Chanting & Sri Yantra Colouring Meditation 📅 Tuesday, 10th February 📍 Zoga Yoga Café (Oracle Building) 🕰 Schedule 11:00 — Opening 11:15 — OM Chanting (45 min, no late entry) 12:00–12:10 — Preparation 12:15–13:30 — Sri Yantra Colouring Meditation 🪷 High-quality Sri Yantra prints and colouring pencils will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own colouring pencils if you wish. 🧘🏽‍♀️ Please wear or bring comfortable clothes suitable for gentle stretching and sitting on the floor. ♾️ Participation fee: 70 AED (to cover venue and colouring materials) 📋 Formal registration is required Register at the venue or via Zoga website: 👉 https://zoga.ae/ Let’s come together to enjoy Divine Feminine energy, harmony and inner beauty 🌸🪷 Looking forward to seeing you ✨🙏🏻 LOCATION: Zoga Internet City 🚘 3 hours free parking is available just outside the studio. Simply drive in past the sensors, and give reception your licence plate number on your way out. ♾These sessions are free to attend. Donations are welcome to cover set-up costs. 📋✅Formal registration is required, at the venue or on the Zoga website 👇 [https://zoga.ae/](https://zoga.ae/)

## ​Prize Ceremony: AI Application Building Challenge 🎖️ ​Join us for the official **Prize Ceremony** of the **AI Application Building Challenge**—a high-energy closing celebration where we recognize the builders who shipped real demos, showcased impact, and completed the challenge journey. ​This is a community-first evening designed to celebrate winners, spotlight participant stories, and connect the ecosystem around what’s next. ​What to expect * ​**Rapid Participant Spotlight (30 sec each):** Challenge participants who want to share a quick win, lesson, or breakthrough from their build * ​**Winner Announcement on Stage:** Top **3 overall winners** revealed live * ​**Special Category Awards:** Recognition for standout projects across additional categories (innovation, execution, creativity, impact, etc.) * ​**Community Networking:** Meet builders, mentors, founders, and professionals—swap ideas, feedback, and opportunities * ​**What’s Next:** A short update on upcoming programs, initiatives, and business-focused opportunities in the DDS ecosystem ​Who should attend * ​Challenge participants & supporters * ​Builders, founders, product people, and AI practitioners * ​Anyone exploring applied AI projects, collaboration, or future programs ​Format ​Short stage segments + maximum networking time. Come ready with: * ​A quick 30-second intro (optional) * ​Your demo link/video handy (if you want to show someone during networking) ​**We’ll see you there to celebrate, connect, and launch the next wave of builders.**

50AED per person. Enjoy Play Complete ! 10 Things You Should Do For a Successful Game of Squash 1. Use different speeds and direction while serving 2. Put your opponent on the defense by volleying your serve 3. Hit the ball far and wide and utilize the cross court 4. Volley the ball wherever you can 5. Hit the ball to the corners to get your opponent to run and leave the “T” 6. Try to hit the ball as soon as possible while your opponent is out of position 7. Try to upset your opponents rhythm by hitting the ball at varying times 8. Get back to the “T” as quickly as soon as you can after hitting the ball. 9. Hit the ball away from your opponent to keep them running and tire them out 10. Vary your shots to avoid predictability and keep your opponent guessing.

**Hi again UXR fam, it’s been a while!** We are kicking off 2026 with our first event of the year, addressing the elephant in the room: AI in UX research. The cat is out of the bag. The eagle has landed. The call is coming from inside the house. Like it or not, AI is here to stay, and it’s our job to turn it into an ally rather than an adversary. 👻 **What’s on the agenda?** Join us for an open discussion to share, debate, speculate, and learn about how AI can be used effectively in the product design and research process. Whether you’re a skeptic, an enthusiast, an expert, or a complete beginner, this meet-up is for you! **🎤 Format:** Small introduction talk followed by small group discussions. 📅 **Date:** Tuesday, February 10th ⏰ **Time:** Starts at 6:30 PM (it's okay if you're late, we know traffic can be rough!) 📍 **Location:** Pedja's Kraft Koffee, Lavender Garden Suites, Al Sufouh (maps link attached) 🚗 **Parking:** Available, but very limited Spread the word and RSVP! Looking forward to seeing you there 💜 P.S. We have exciting plans for 2026 with a mix of casual social events and talks/workshops. Don’t miss the first event of the new year!

**People Analytics 101: Making Sense of Compensation Data** Compensation data is one of the most widely used and widely misunderstood forms of people analytics. The session will cover where compensation data comes from, including market pricing data, internal payroll data, and benchmarking sources, and how companies think about structuring and analyzing that information. We will explore how compensation data is leveraged to set salary ranges, manage internal equity, support hiring and retention, and align pay with business strategy. A portion of the session will address common data challenges and limitations, such as market noise, inconsistent job matching, and incomplete datasets, while keeping the primary focus on practical use rather than technical depth. The session will also look ahead at where the space is going, including the growing impact of pay transparency laws, expanding pay equity requirements, and emerging regulations in the US and Europe that require organizations to report on gender and pay gaps. The goal is to give attendees a clear mental model for how compensation analytics works today and why getting it right is becoming increasingly critical. (note: we are back at Rev1 this month!) **About Our Speaker** [Alex Moore](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexscottmoore/) is the founder of [Moore Cooperative](https://moorecooperative.com/), where he advises organizations on compensation strategy, pay equity, and people analytics. His work focuses on helping organizations like the Ohio Supreme Court design, analyze, and communicate compensation systems that are data-informed, defensible, and aligned with organizational goals. Alex lives in Granville, Ohio and has three little kiddos. More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

**NEW LOCATION: Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: * 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. * 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). See the handy Parking Map - we recommend street parking. [Street Parking Map](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1u2A4fLNlxwLJn0KA_hKc8bnFlFHLvsHBDh-_8wzX_tk/edit?usp=sharing) We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact centralohpython@gmail.com

Younkin Branch Library (Ashville) meeting space is now reserved for any and all interested in or enthused by playing a game of chess. The second Thursday of each month, 6:00pm to 7:50pm. First gathering is Thursday, May 11th. No fees. Chess sets provided; however, you may bring your own if you wish.

I love my job and one of the main things I do is help customers get going with any of the data technologies at Microsoft. Right now there are a lot of my customers asking about Microsoft Fabric. It's hard to weave across all the shiny new options across the Fabric landscape, let alone figure out where it fits into your organization. In this session we'll focus on answering one question - how can I get data into Fabric? We'll talk through the "it depends" options and see some of the options in live demos.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Join us for an interactive Bombay Gin Cocktail Class at TownHall — a fun, social experience designed to bring people together over great drinks, great food, and great conversation. During the class, you’ll learn how to craft several different Bombay Gin cocktails, guided by a master mixologist in a relaxed, high-energy setting. This isn’t a lecture — it’s hands-on, engaging, and built to spark connection, laughter, and good vibes. Whether you come solo or with friends, this experience makes it easy to meet people, enjoy expertly crafted cocktails, and unwind mid-week. ✨ What’s Included (A Ton 😁) • Multiple Bombay Gin cocktails • Interactive cocktail instruction • Food & appetizers sponsored by TownHall • A lively, social atmosphere 🍸 Sponsored by Bombay Gin 🍽 Food & appetizers sponsored by TownHall Must be 21+ to attend $20 fee per person 

Let’s try MILO this week. Back to our old stomping ground COLUMBUS RECREATION CENTERS require membership fee to play. Register & Pay at the desk when you arrive. $5 day pass is available for first time players. I have some extra pickle ball paddles and balls if you don’t have one. Definitely bring your own paddle if you have one and bring some balls if you have them. Legal Stuff: The event hosts/Organizers are just fellow member volunteers. By participating in any event, you assume all risks of liability and injury inherent in these activities. You are responsible for your own safety and for determining if you are in condition fit to participate. You are also responsible for knowing and abiding by all laws and rules during your participation in any event.
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