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[CAS]Japanese 🇯🇵& English🇨🇦 Language Exchange🦄🌱 [Queen’s Park]
日本語の案内は下にあります
Fee: $5 (Every 5th time is free!) Girls’ Night Promotion is ongoing! (If you have a promotion pass, you can join for free.) Payment: Cash or E-transfer If you choose E-transfer, we recommend sending it before arrival to: canasianstation@gmail.com
(This is recommended, not mandatory.)
Event Style
・Group-based language exchange
・Small groups of 3–4 people
・Use both Japanese and English to communicate
Schedule 6:15 – 6:30
Check-in 6:30 – 7:10
Round 1 7:10 – 7:15
Seat change 7:15 – 7:55
Round 2 7:55 Wrap-up
Friendly Guidelines
・Participants with 2 no-shows may be removed from future events
・This is not a dating or matchmaking event. You cannot request specific people to talk to. If you have an NG (someone you prefer not to be matched with), please let us know in advance
・Photos may be taken for Instagram and event pages. If you do not wish to appear in photos, please inform the organizer beforehand
・Harassment, discrimination, sexual harassment, solicitation, or inappropriate behavior is strictly prohibited If you notice any issues, please inform the organizer
About This Event (Important)
This is a group-based Language Exchange event.
・One-on-one conversations with Japanese participants
・Conversations with participants of a specific nationality ➡︎are not guaranteed.
Anyone who is interested in using Japanese and/or English is welcome to join, regardless of nationality. Thank you for your understanding.
参加費:5ドル(※5回参加ごとに1回無料)
女子会プロモーション開催中!特典をお持ちの方は無料でご参加いただけます
支払い方法:現金 or E-transfer ※E-transferをご利用の方は、到着前に Canasianstation@gmail.com へ送金していただくことを推奨しています
イベント形式 3〜4人のグループで、日本語と英語を使った国際交流
タイムスケジュール 6:15 – 6:30
Check-in 6:30 – 7:10
第1ラウンド 7:10 – 7:15
席替え 7:15 – 7:55
第2ラウンド 7:55 解散
参加にあたってのお願い
・2回以上のNo-show(キャンセル無しの無断欠席のこと)があった場合、以降の参加をお断りします
・本イベントはデート目的マッチング目的の場ではありませんので、特定の「話したい人」の指定はできません ※NGの方がいる場合は、事前にお知らせください
・Instagram・イベントページ用に写真撮影を行う場合があります。写りたくない方は事前にお知らせください
・セクハラ、差別的発言、嫌がらせ、勧誘行為は固く禁止しています。もし見かけた場合は、主催者までご連絡ください
イベントについて 本イベントは Language Exchange(言語交流)を目的としたグループ形式のイベントです。
・カナダ人との一対一での会話
・特定の国籍の参加者との会話 →これらを保証するものではありません。
日本語・英語を使って交流したい方であれば、国籍に関わらずご参加いただけます。
Practice Public Speaking: MidTown Toastmasters • In-person Meeting
**Ready to get better at speaking in front of a room and leading with confidence?** MidTown Toastmasters is a friendly, diverse club that meets twice a month to practice real public-speaking skills in a supportive environment. We keep it welcoming and fun.
**What to expect**
* Quick orientation for newcomers
* Prepared member speeches
* Table Topics impromptu speaking
* Encouraging feedback that helps you improve right away
**Guests are always welcome.** You are invited to try a few meetings as a guest before deciding to join. There is never pressure to speak on your first visit.
**New here?** Message us here on Meetup with any questions, or ask for Josie when you arrive and you will get a proper welcome and introduction.
**RSVP notes**
Please RSVP to help us plan seating. If your plans change, update your RSVP so we can offer your spot to someone on the waitlist.
**When**
Monday, February 23rd 2026
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
**Where**
St. Matthew's United Church
Oakwood Room
729 St. Clair Avenue West (St. Clair & Christie)
**Learn More About Our Club:**
Club’s Website: [https://torontomidtowntoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/](https://torontomidtowntoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/)
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**Here's what our previous guests (from August 25) said about our club:**
* "It was engaging from start to end"
* "I'm very impressed by how the evaluators notice everything."
* "I enjoyed practicing my active listening."
* "The report on the filler words is useful. I can see myself improving with this feedback."
Machine Learning Toronto (MLTO)
**Registration Instructions:** Meetup RSVPs are closed - to attend, you must register on the [Luma event page.](https://luma.com/2talb3jk)
**Agenda**
6:00-6:30 PM Arrivals and Networking
6:30-7:00 PM Tech Talk #1
7:00-7:30 PM Tech Talk #2
7:30-8:30 PM Networking & Wrap-up
8:30 PM Tear-down and Departures
**Talk #1:** *I Built a $15/Month AI Advisory Board (And It Called Me Out)* \- Jacintha Kurniawan\, Co\-founder and AI Product Manager at Bridge AI Knowledge
Using commodity tools, I built a multi-agent AI system for <$20/month and created a "CEO-in-the-loop" architecture: agents collect data, detect patterns, then four RAG-based advisors to argue with each other in Discord threads. I read their debates, make decisions, and an executor agent builds my calendar. My key insight was that if advisory agents agree, the system is useless; disagreement is the feature.
This talk breaks down the full technical architecture, the cost model that will scales from $15/month to production, why I designed agents to argue instead of agree, and the counter-intuitive discoveries (why the first 15 minutes matter more than the next 4 hours).
**Talk #2:** *Building Agents That Know: Knowledge-First Design for AI Systems* \- Andrew Berry\, Sr\. Data Scientist at Bell Media
Most AI agent projects start in the wrong place: with tools and architecture. This talk inverts that approach and shows how reliable agents emerge from well-designed knowledge and context, not bigger models. We'll explore simple patterns for structuring what an agent knows, what it needs right now, and what should persist over time, and why simpler context design often beats complex architectures.
**About the Speakers:**
[Jacintha Kurniawan ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacintha-kurniawan/)is a co-founder and AI Product Manager at Bridge AI Knowledge, where she designs and ships AI agent systems for regulated industries, creative agencies, and retail. Her work focuses on translating ambiguous, high-stakes requirements into production-ready AI in environments where trust, compliance, and adoption are critical. She is a TEDx speaker on the Economy of Trust and hosts The Deep Dive Lab, a podcast featuring 50+ conversations with AI leaders, ethicists, and operators on building pragmatic, responsible AI.
Jacintha holds an MBA and brings a cross-functional background spanning AI startups, data analytics at Canadian Tire, and supply chain logistics. Her recent work includes leading an automated conformity platform for a Canadian real estate regulator—processing 500K+ transactions across 200+ agencies while maintaining Law 25 compliance—and developing AI products that measurably reduce operational effort. She recently led product and technical development of Eterna, a voice AI agent for peri- and menopausal health that won first place at a hackathon by prioritizing empathy-driven conversational design.
[Andrew Berry](https://www.linkedin.com/in/berrya/) is a Senior Data Scientist II at **Bell Canada**, where he works on applied AI and agentic systems across conversational AI, intelligence platforms, and context-aware automation. His work focuses on building reliable, production-ready AI systems and exploring how knowledge, context, and system design shape trustworthy AI behavior in real-world enterprise environments.
Andrew is also an experienced podcast host and public speaker, having founded and hosted *The Pandemic Job Hunt* and *The Little Big Ideas Show*. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University with a major in Information Systems and a finance concentration, and has completed formal training in data science and product management, bringing a rare blend of technical depth, business context, and communication to his work in AI.
**Many thanks to our supporters and sponsors!**
We'd also like to acknowledge our venue partners, [Highline Beta](https://www.highlinebeta.com/) for generously providing their amazing space for the event, and [PRAKTIKAI ](https://www.praktikai.com/)for making the event happen.
**Speak or Support MLTO!**
We are constantly looking for new speakers and sponsors to share their knowledge and help build the AI community in the GTA! If you are interested please get in touch directly or apply via one of the links below:
\- Speaker Application Form: [mlto.ca/speak](http://mlto.ca/speak)
\- Sponsor Inquiry Form: [mlto.ca/sponsor](http://mlto.ca/sponsor)
\- Volunteer Application Form: [mlto.ca/volunteer](http://mlto.ca/volunteer)
🧧Happy Chinese New Year🏮 JTIC 日本語・英語!国際言語交流 [特別ミニスナックあり🍿]
Welcome to JTIC!
**【Timetable】**
6:30 pm - 6:40 pm・・・Check In
6:40 pm - 7:30 pm・・・English & Japanese (25 mins each)
7:30 pm - 7:40 pm・・・Seat Change
7:40 pm - 8:30 pm・・・English & Japanese (25 mins each)
**【Fee】**
Attendance Fee : **CA$5.00**
Once your status has been updated from **"Waitlist"** to **"Going"**, please E -Transfer to **[jtic.international.community@gmail.com](jtic.international.community@gmail.com )** by **Sunday 8 pm**. When sending an e-transfer, please include **Your Meetup Name** in the message section. **No Refunds** or **Carryovers.** Your participation fee will be used for meetup subscription, social events and materials/textbooks.
**【Event Description】**
* This language exchange is for those at an **intermediate** to **advanced** **level**.
* This meetup is 2 hours in length, broken up into 2 sessions of 50 minutes each.
* Intermediate level of study materials or topic cards will be provided.
* You have the options to choose either free talk or use materials provided.
**【Rules】**
* Please **RSVP** by **Sunday 8 pm** and make a payment.
* Attendees who are not confirmed for this event and show up will be asked to leave.
* No shows will be moved to the bottom of the waitlist for future events. If you are a repeat no show, you may be removed from the group.
* If you are running late, please ensure you send a message to the organizer so we can keep a spot open for you.
* This group is for language exchange. If you are joining us for other purposes, you may be asked to leave. **\*\*This is not a dating-related activity\*\***
* Disruptive behaviour, solicitation, or sales activities are strictly prohibited. Individuals who fail to adhere to the instructions of the organizer or staff may be subject to removal from the group.
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ジェイティックへようこそ!
**【タイムテーブル】**
6:30 pm - 6:40 pm・・・チェックイン
6:40 pm - 7:30 pm・・・英語&日本語(各25分)
7:30 pm - 7:40 pm・・・席替え
7:40 pm - 8:30 pm・・・英語&日本語(各25分)
**【参加費】**
参加費:**CA$5.00**
参加ステータスが **"Waitlist"** から **"Going"** にアップデートされましたら、**日曜日の午後8時**までに **[jtic.international.community@gmail.com](jtic.international.community@gmail.com )** まで、イートランスファーにてお振込みください。振込の際は、**Meetupに登録されている名前を必ず明記の上**、メッセージをお願いします。払い戻し、繰り越しはできません。参加費はmeetup年間登録費、イベントや教材費に充当させていただきます。
**【イベント内容】**
* このミートアップは計2時間のイベント、50分ずつの2セッションに分かれています。
* イベントの前に中級レベルの教材またはトピックカードを提供します。
* フリートーク、または用意された教材を使用し、セッションを楽しんで頂けます。
**【ルール】**
* **日曜日の午後8時**までに**RSVP**と**お支払い**をお願いします。
* お席を確定していない方は、参加出来兼ねますので、ご了承下さい。
* 無断欠席の場合、次回以降のキャンセル待ちは最下位となります。No showを繰り返す方は、グループから外されることがございます。
* 遅刻される場合は、必ず主催者にメッセージを送ってください。
* このグループは言語交換のためのイベントです。他の目的で参加される場合は、退場していただくことがございます。
* 迷惑行為、勧誘、営業行為は固くお断りします。主催者・スタッフの指示に従わない場合は、退場していただく場合がございます。
Pickleball + Contrast Therapy (Markham)
# Pickleball + Contrast Therapy Afternoon (Markham)
** Date & Time:** **Friday, September 19th, 2:00–5:00 PM**
** Location:** Athlete Hub – Ronin/MyAthlete.io, **217 Idema Rd., Markham (Steeles & Woodbine)**
** Cost:** $25 per player (save $5 with promo code below)
***
### About the Event
Join us for a unique **3-hour sports & recovery experience** at our Markham gym.
* **2 hours of Pickleball** (rotating doubles on 2 courts, max 16 players)
* **1 hour of Contrast Therapy** (cold plunge + heat cycle, guided recovery)
* **Recovery tools throughout the session** — compression boots, red light therapy, and massage guns available during off-court breaks
* Don’t want to get paired randomly? No problem — bring a friend and you can play together!
This is not just a drop-in — it’s a chance to **play, recover, and connect** with other athletes in the community.
***
### Format
* 16 players max → 8 per court
* Rotating doubles every \~15 minutes
* Everyone gets 6–8 matches across 2 hours
* While off court → access recovery stations (compression boots, red light, massage gun)
* 1-hour contrast therapy block:
* Wave 1 (8 players) → Cold plunge → Heat station → Lounge (\~25 min)
* Wave 2 (8 players) → Same cycle (\~25 min)
* Social hangout in lounge to finish
***
### ✅ What’s Included
* Guaranteed pickleball play (2 hours, rotating format)
* Pro-style contrast therapy session (cold + heat cycle)
* On-court recovery tools during breaks (compression boots, red light, massage guns)
* **Towels provided**
* Light refreshments
***
### What to Bring
* Paddle (if you have one — extras available)
* Court shoes + comfortable clothes
* **Bathing suit + toiletries** (for contrast therapy)
* Water bottle
* **Bring a friend!** If you’d like, you can register with a partner to guarantee you play together during the pickleball rotations.
***
### How to Register
This event is limited to **16 players only**.
To confirm your spot:
1. RSVP here on Meetup
2. **Register & pay** on **[MyAthlete.io](https://myathlete.io/org_profile/1757696830905x685739735532699600)**
3. Buy a **Trial** and use promo code **MEETUP20** at checkout to save $5 for your first time.
⚠️ Meetup RSVP alone does *not* guarantee your spot — registration must be completed on MyAthlete.io.
D60 Advanced Leadership Toastmasters
D60 Advanced Leadership Toastmasters is dedicated to exploring the many dimensions of leadership and helping members elevate their leadership skills to the next level. This includes in depth evaluations, workshops, debates and presentations.
Join us and discover how our club can support your leadership growth by registering for the zoom link and in-person information (close to King subway station) at https://bit.ly/d60alt_mtg.
🎭🎶 Free event. In The Cubes – An Insider Look at IN REAL LIFE 🎶🎭
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**FREE MONDAY MUSICAL MEETUP: IN THE CUBES – An Insider Look at *IN REAL LIFE***
I found us another great sounding, free event to beat the February chills.
Join us for a fantastic **free** Monday night of live musical theatre and behind-the-scenes storytelling as part of **Tapestry’s Free Underground Concerts** series!
We’ll be attending **IN THE CUBES: A CONCERT**, presented by **The Musical Stage Company**, offering an insider look at the brand-new Canadian musical **IN REAL LIFE**.
✨ **IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ** ✨
**This event is FREE, but you MUST book your own free ticket in advance.**
️ Reserve your ticket here:
[https://tapestryopera.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/instances/a0FOF0000099JEL2A2](https://tapestryopera.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/instances/a0FOF0000099JEL2A2)
Learn more about the event here:
[https://tapestryopera.com/performances/the-musical-stage-company/](https://tapestryopera.com/performances/the-musical-stage-company/)
***
### What to Expect
This special evening includes:
* Live performances from *IN REAL LIFE* by composer **Kevin Wong**
* Performances by talented Sheridan cast members:
EJ Candelaria, Annelise Forbes, Chris Otchere, Kayla Samson, Mea Tonet, and Lindsey Tower
* Musical accompaniment by **Jonathan Corkal-Astorga**
* A behind-the-scenes creative conversation with composer/co-lyricist **Kevin Wong**
* Hosted by **Michael Rubinoff** (Artistic Director, The Musical Stage Company) and **Jaime Martino** (Executive Director, Tapestry)
Perfect for fans of musical theatre, Canadian arts, and anyone curious about how new musicals are made
***
### Event Details
**Monday, February 23**
**Nancy & Ed Jackman Performance Centre**
877 Yonge St. (Performance Hall)
⏰ **Meetup Time:** 5:15 PM
**Doors Open:** 5:30 PM
**Concert:** 6:00 – 7:00 PM
**Look for Nick** outside the venue with a **Meetup sign** before **and after** the show.
We’ll gather for a few minutes afterward to chat and share thoughts on the performance.
***
⚠️ **Final Reminder:**
✔️ You are responsible for booking your own **free ticket**
✔️ Please only RSVP if you’ve secured a ticket or plan to do so
Looking forward to a great night of music, creativity, and conversation — see you there! ✨
Repair Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Free Weekly ESL Conversation Meetup
Practice and improve your English through conversation at St. Andrew's Church (73 Simcoe St, downtown Toronto), while making new friends!
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How to Get Here:
By TTC, exit at St. Andrew Station.
Walk west on King St. West.
Do not enter through the church building; the large church front doors will be closed.
At the corner of Simcoe St. and King St. West, walk south on Simcoe St.
Enter through St. Andrew Centre behind the church building.
Pricing Clarity for Service Businesses: Stop Undervaluing Yourself
Get unstuck on pricing. Learn how to charge in a way that feels fair, confident, and sustainable.
If you’ve ever thought:
* “I know I’m undercharging, but I don’t know what to change.”
* “I’m afraid if I raise my prices, I’ll lose clients.”
* “I just picked a number that ‘felt ok’ and never revisited it…”
…this event is for you.
Pricing is one of the biggest levers in your business, and one of the most emotional.
We’re going to bring **clarity, numbers, and confidence** to it.
**This is for you if:**
* You sell services: consulting, coaching, creative work, professional services, etc.
* You’re not sure how your pricing connects to your income goals
* You want to move past “charging what people will pay” and into “charging what makes sense”
**We’ll cover:**
* Common pricing mistakes that keep founders stuck
* How to connect your prices to your income, costs, and capacity
* Package vs hourly vs project pricing; what makes sense when
* How to talk about your prices without apologizing or shrinking
**Format:**
* Teaching + simple math (no spreadsheets required)
* Guided prompts to reflect on your current pricing
* Optional sharing and feedback (never pressured)
**You’ll walk away with:**
* A clearer sense of whether your current pricing is sustainable
* Ideas to adjust your offers, structure, or packages
* Phrases you can use when talking about price with clients
Meeting Schedule
* **7:00 PM** — Mingle & meet fellow entrepreneurs
* **7:30 PM** — Focused discussion on this week’s topic: *Scaling Without Burning Out*
* **8:30 PM** — Elevator pitch practice — get feedback, refine your message, and shine
* **9:00 PM** — Wrap-up networking — connect, collaborate, and share insights
⚡ *Please arrive by 7:30 PM to join the main discussion — but you’re welcome to jump in whenever you arrive.*
Toronto’s BIGGEST Language Exchange Event Party & Social, organized by [TILE.]
**Join [TILE.]** at the **most popular Saturday Language Learning Social Event & Party in Toronto! **
**[TILE.] = Toronto International Language Exchange [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tilelearning/)**
**[TILE.]** now has a **2-for-1 special event,** which includes:
**1.** From **[6:30 - 7:15 PM](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher):** An optional new $5 small group 45-minute **[English language class](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)**[ ](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)led by a certified language teacher
**2.** From **[7:15 - 11 PM](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto):** Our usual huge group **[BIGGEST LANGUAGE EXCHANGE SOCIAL EVENT AND PARTY IN TORONTO](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto)** (Cost: *$0-$5\*, see below)*
Both events happen Saturday on the 2nd floor of the Madison Pub (14 Madison Avenue). ***Attend either or both events!***
Meet Toronto locals and international friends. Talk to language teachers and speakers to learn English, French, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, and much more! Join us for board games, conversation, dancing, singing, and more! Make sure to get a nametag from one of our helpers.
*You **must** read the full event description below before attending. By attending, you agree to all the terms listed.*
**[TILE.] Toronto International Language Exchange** event details:
* We are on the 2nd floor of the Madison pub on the patio with all the international flags! *The dance floor opens around 10 PM, and the live piano bar singer start around 10:30 on the 1st floor.*
* With our night ride promotion, the second event (the 7:15- 11 PM Party & Social event) is **FREE** for women who will be traveling alone at night to promote inclusion and equity\*. This event normally $5.
* The cost for the first event (the 6:30 - 7:15 PM English Language class) is $5 for everyone.
**PAY** **$5** right at the event by **CASH, CREDIT, or DEBIT**, or **SEND $5 E-TRANSFERS** to: **TILETORONTO1@GMAIL.COM**. You can also support the bar by buying a drink or appetizer.
**\*** The second event ends late at night. It is 100% your own responsibility to ensure you get home safe. We can simply waive the $5 event entry/cover fee for women who will be traveling home alone so that they may instead put this money towards taking a safe ride home.
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**IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER – Meetup Group**
By attending any TILE events, including these ones, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
* *The organizers and hosts of TILE events are are not liable for any loss, injury, damage, or other unforeseen outcomes that may occur before, during, or after any event.*
* *Participation in TILE events is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your own safety, personal belongings, transportation, behavior, and well-being. It is your responsibility to assess the risks involved in any activity or location and to act accordingly.*
* *TILE and its organizers do not provide insurance and cannot guarantee the safety, accuracy of information, or quality of venues, third-party services, or other attendees.*
* *By attending, you release TILE, its organizers, and affiliates from any and all claims or liability, and you agree to conduct yourself respectfully and in accordance with local laws and venue rules.*
* ***If you do not agree with this disclaimer, please do not attend TILE events.***
Creative Sundays: Painting
Join us for a relaxed Creative Sundays painting session.
This is a calm, social hangout where we spend a couple of hours painting together in a small group setting. No experience is needed, and there’s no formal instruction, just a shared creative space where everyone works at their own pace.
**All supplies will be provided. A $15 materials fee will apply to cover the cost of supplies.**
You’re welcome to follow one of the inspiration ideas provided or paint something completely your own.
Spots are limited and are **confirmed once payment is received**.
Location details will be shared with confirmed attendees.
Beyond Copilot: Agentic Java Development with Claude Code - Victor Szoltysek
Most Java developers have tried AI-assisted coding through chat interfaces or inline autocomplete. Useful — but limited.
In this talk, we’ll explore the next step: agentic Java development using Claude Code. Instead of treating AI as a smarter text box, we’ll look at what changes when the model can reason across files, plan multi-step changes, interact with tools, and operate closer to how real developers work.
This will be a practical, experience-driven session focused on:
• How agentic coding differs from ChatGPT-style prompting and traditional Copilot usage
• Where Claude Code fits (and where it doesn’t) in real Java projects
• How tools, context, and workflows matter more than “prompt tricks”
• How to avoid unstructured vibe coding while still moving faster
No prior experience with agentic tools is required. The goal isn’t to sell a silver bullet — it’s to help Java developers understand what’s genuinely new, what’s hype, and how these tools can be used responsibly in real-world codebases.
**About the venue**
Free Times Cafe has bistro-style seating and a full food and drink menu. Please consider helping to support the venue by planning to have supper during the talk.
**Speaker Bio**
Victor Szoltysek is a seasoned consultant and technologist, currently at RAVL, where he helps clients eliminate the inefficiencies of undifferentiated heavy lifting and focus on building solutions that drive real business value for their customers. With a career spanning notable organizations like Accenture, Pivotal, and ThoughtWorks, as well as numerous startups, Victor brings a wealth of experience in cloud transformations, DevOps enablement, and Agile software development.
A dedicated Java enthusiast with a sharp eye for cutting-edge technologies, Victor’s work frequently intersects with AWS, where he strives to streamline workflows and help teams leverage the cloud without unnecessary complexity. Recently, he’s also ventured into the dynamic world of artificial intelligence, exploring ways to make programming more engaging, efficient, and rewarding.
Victor is known for his humorous and sometimes controversial presentation style, ensuring lively discussions and thought-provoking takeaways. His disdain for overly complex tech solutions drives his mission to simplify the way we build and deploy software. Whether he’s sharing insights about Java, AWS, or AI, Victor’s talks are as energizing and satisfying as your favorite cup of coffee. Don’t miss his unique blend of wit, wisdom, and deep technical expertise at our meetup!
PAINT NIGHT February
Halloween paint night!!
FREE Mental Health Paint Night February 25rh
[@8pm](https://www.instagram.com/8pm/) FREE paint night inside [@twilightfamilyrestaurant](https://www.instagram.com/twilightfamilyrestaurant/)
All materials and canvas are included. Call 4167546894 to reserve a table.
Order your easel for $10 & pick up at the paint night WWW.TRAYARTS.CA
PLEASE ARRIVE AT 730PM to secure your seats. If you are late, your seats will be given away. If you RSVP and find out you can't make it place contact [@twilightfamilyrestaurant](https://www.instagram.com/twilightfamilyrestaurant/) so we can give someone else your seats. Please respect what we are doing for the community.
Also, our dj for the night is [@mr_biggs30](https://www.instagram.com/mr_biggs30/) and we got [@golden.scents](https://www.instagram.com/golden.scents/) [@picsl.perfect](https://www.instagram.com/picsl.perfect/) in the building. Call the establihment to add you name to the attendee list and be set
French at the Royal Conservatory
Join us for an evening of French conversation at B Espresso Bar in the atrium of the Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music (near St. George station)!
We welcome all levels of French, and it's free\*.
Venez pratiquer votre français!
\*While there is no fee to attend this event, guests are expected to purchase something from B Espresso Bar, in accordance with RCM's restrictions on usage of the cafe atrium space.
**Building location:**
The Royal Conservatory is at 273 Bloor St W, between Varsity Stadium and the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). There are entrances off Bloor St. and Philosopher's Walk. If you enter from Bloor St through the large glass doors, follow the hallway on the left beside the staircase and turn left at the end. (Closest TTC: St. George)
**Notes and restrictions:**
The host may or may not attend this event. Attendees are encouraged to seat themselves at two or more adjacent tables, as needed. Please form groups of 6 people at each table; do not rearrange chairs and tables to accommodate more people, as this obstructs the narrow walking space. Guests are expected to order something from the cafe, and are asked to please refrain from bringing outside food or drink. Attendees must leave the building at 8pm when the cafe stops serving.
**Contributions:**
If you are a regular with us and would like to support the group, please send any contributions by e-transfer to [diskutomeetup@gmail.com.](http://diskutomeetup@gmail.com.) The yearly donation goal and amounts received year-to-date will be tracked anonymously on [this google sheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18GfqYsis8Cf2XGg4KsKQJsY_0Fv3bsSQHwJAxvC1Km8/edit?usp=sharing). Thank you so much for your support.
Repair Events Near You
Connect with your local Repair community
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**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
Psychic Fair
We will have our certified mediums available and you can receive 3 10-minute readings for $20.
To keep you safe, we will be following all CDC and Health Dept. guidelines at our psychic fair today. Sitters and readers required to wear a mask. We will maintain a minimum of 6 foot physical distance during readings. Please, if you can, bring your own portable chair to use during your readings.
Please note that we are at our wonderful new home at Unity of Columbus, 4211 Maize Road, Columbus, OH
Quarterly Community Gathering
Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space.
No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving.
If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)
HOW TO BE A BETTER COMMUNICATOR - Free, in-person meeting
Communication is everything in life!
You are only as successful as your ability to communicate.
\- What if you could confidently talk to anyone?
\- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation?
\- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence?
You can!
The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate.
Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio
For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration!
This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired.
(NOTICE - Location change!) This session will be at the Karl Road Branch of the Columbus Library in the Conference Room 2.
How to Be a Better Communicator - Free Seminar
Communication is everything in life!
You are only as successful as your ability to communicate.
\- What if you could confidently talk to anyone?
\- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation?
\- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence?
You can!
The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate.
Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio
For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024
Sunday Morning Coffee at Stauf's Coffee Roasters (German Village)
Coffee and conversation at [Stauf's Coffee Roasters](https://www.staufs.com/) in German Village.
Street parking is free on Sundays.
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