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Can your agents scale without bankrupting your API quota or your compute budget? Join this session to explore a production-ready architecture that uses the LLM Council pattern, Google’s Agent Development Kit (ADK) for Java and Spring AI, all deployed on Cloud Run. And discover how replacing probabilistic reason-and-act (ReAct) loops with LLM Council enable goal-oriented action planning (GOAP) creates agents that are not only smarter but also significantly lighter and faster – making them the perfect workload for serverless execution. **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** Dan Dobrin is an App Architect in Google Cloud, helping customer teams adopt modern AI technologies, cloud-native patterns, practices and technologies in GCP. Dan focuses on building GenAI applications, adopting AI coding assistance tooling with Gemini, Native Java Images, Spring AI, event-driven architectures, production-readiness and performance optimization. Prior to joining Google Cloud, he has built highly scalable, low-latency, frameworks for technology, security and financial services organizations.

**This is a ticketed event. Please register at [this lin](https://luma.com/trajec-bgfb)[k](https://luma.com/9cs5o16b).** ​If AI is one of the most consequential technologies humans have built, then how we try to make it go well matters a lot. But "AI safety" includes a variety of approaches across technical research, governance, evals, international coordination, slowing things down, building better culture inside labs — and they're not interchangeable. Some of these matter much more than others, and reasonable experts disagree about which. ​You'll get 100 points to allocate across seven safety interventions, weighted by how much expected reduction in catastrophic AI risk you think each one produces per dollar. Then we'll compare, argue, and try to get to the cruxes of where people's ideas about how we can be prepared for the future are.

Join Toronto’s leading founders, builders, investors, and creatives for a refined post-conference experience during Tech Week. Whether you’re a professional in a STEM field, an entrepreneur, or simply a music lover eager to connect with like-minded people, this is your night. Enjoy a blend of networking and nightlife as we dance and mingle at one of Downtown Toronto’s newest standout venues, Story Toronto. Come for the great vibes, stay for the even better connections. ​**What to expect:** * ​House music * ​Immersive lighting + elevated venue vibe * ​Bar + late-night atmosphere * ​Real conversations that turn into real opportunities ​Because the best deals aren’t made in conference rooms. ​For any questions or concerns, message Radian on: ​LUMA ​IG: radiancethis ​Email: [radian.khn@gmail.com](mailto:radian.khn@gmail.com) ​Co-hosted with [contact@torontotechweek.com](mailto:contact@torontotechweek.com)

Please, use the Meetup app to contact the organizers if you need to locate us. • What we'll do: Let's practice #Spanish and #English. Open questions, culture, life or any other topic! • What to bring: Smiles & good vibes Important to know some Spanish/English beforehand • This event is totally free but we accept donations to cover costs. It will help us to continue having these fun group events. Thank you!

**NO PHILOSOPHY EXPERTISE REQUIRED!** **🏛️ WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 **📓 HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B7LyJIeBlaH5VtXkMJTTph?mode=gi_t), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:30-19:45 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the official start. * 19:45-19:55 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:55-21:15 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 21:15-21:30 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:30 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy is operated entirely on voluntary donations! If we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Donations are 100% voluntary, but they help us to bring the gift of deep conversation to people around the world. If you'd like to support, you can [donate here](https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-practical-philosophy)! (Practical Philosophy is a registered Canadian charity) **💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY** **🗣** “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * **​What will we talk about? What's the topic?** ​The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B7LyJIeBlaH5VtXkMJTTph?mode=gi_t). * **Do I need to study or read anything to attend?** No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what you think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it. * **Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on?** The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * **Is it mostly men that attend?** Surprisingly, no! Although often, philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * **Can I come alone?** Of course you can, we encourage it :) * **Can I be late?** Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * **Where do you meet?** The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B7LyJIeBlaH5VtXkMJTTph?mode=gi_t) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). 🤝**POLICY** To respect our members privacy, we ask that no one privately message a member without first getting explicit consent. (This looks like speaking in person and being asked to message privately.) Contacting or texting other participants without prior consent is not permitted and may result in removal from the group. Practical Philosophy reserves the right to enforce this policy at its discretion to maintain a safe and respectful environment. **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY CLUB - Philosophy, everywhere. ✨** We started in Practical Philosophy back in 2021 and there are now 50+ chapters in over 25 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ **\*\*\*** **Join our Toronto [Whatsapp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B7LyJIeBlaH5VtXkMJTTph?mode=gi_t) 👈** **Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈** **Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈**

The average Canadian who is working a full time, paid job spends 1,750 hours a year working – almost one-third of their waking hours. With so much of our time spent doing paid and unpaid labour, it’s difficult not to identify ourselves by the very thing that we spend much of our time doing. We often ask children “What do you want to be when you grow up?" and adults "What do you do?" at dinner parties, as a way to get to know others. The unspoken expectation is for that answer to be about work and professional occupations rather than other aspects of our lives. We regularly make assumptions about who a person is based on their answers to those questions: the argumentative lawyer, the boring accountant, the patient pre-school teacher. Work and identity conflate in our day-to-day lives. But what does it mean to work? Is the value of work dependent on its utility, or is it possible to truly enjoy what we do just for the sake of doing it? Can we live a full and happy life while also working a job we don't connect with in an emotional or spiritual way? How does work conflict with our personal values or make us question who we are? Are you the same person when you're working as you are when you’re at home or with friends? Put another way, are we "bringing our whole selves to work" or do we find value in holding some of ourselves back? Join returning guest moderator Minami Alguire and our very own Sophia Whicher, at our next Curiosity Café where we will explore the dynamics between work and self. **Space is limited!** **Please obtain a “Pay-What-You-Can” ticket from Curiosity Café at [this link (click here)](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/curiosity-cafe-revisited-work-and-identity-tickets-1989183990864) to attend this event. You need a ticket to be admitted.** See the above link for more info about tickets and other options including a limited number of free tickets. Come and hang out with us, grab food, and read through our handout from 6-6:30pm. Our structured discussion will run from 6:30-8:30pm with a 10 minute break in the middle. Hope to see you there! ***__________________________________________________________________*** This event is brought to you by [Being and Becoming](https://beingnbecoming.org/), a Toronto based non-profit. We aim to create community around exploring everyday concepts and experiences so that we may live more intentional, thoughtful, and meaningful lives. We use philosophy as a tool with which we can come to a richer understanding of the world around us. By offering activities, spaces, and other opportunities for conversation and co-exploration, we hope to enable the meeting and fusion of individuals and their ideas. Everyone is welcome, regardless of background: indeed, we believe the journey is best undertaken alongside explorers from a variety of disciplines, cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Find out more about Being and Becoming [here](https://beingnbecoming.org/). About the Curiosity Café Series: For those of you who haven’t had the opportunity to join us at our Curiosity Cafés and are wondering what they’re all about: every two weeks, we invite members of our community to come out to the Madison Avenue Pub to engage in a collaborative exploration of our chosen topic. Through these events, we aim to build our community of people who like to think deeply about life’s big questions, and provide each other with some philosophical tools to dig deeper into whatever it is we are most curious about.

Singles Dance Party + 40 Crowd Saturday May 30th . $20.00 cover 7.30pm -12.30 The Old Mill 21 Old Mill Rd. Join us for a fun-filled evening of dancing, mingling, and making new connections! Whether you’re new in town or a seasoned single professional, this event is perfect for you. Let loose and show off your dance moves as we groove to the latest beats, from Bachata to classic hits. This social networking opportunity is ideal for singles over 50 Get ready to relive the magic of past events like the “Saturday Night Singles Dance Party @ The Old Mill” and “An evening of Dancing & Romancing . Don’t miss out on this chance to mix and mingle with other singles in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Grab your dancing shoes and get ready for a night to remember at our Singles Night Out! 416 236 8222.

Let's take a walk in High Park! We'll meet at the Grenadier Cafe at 2:00. (I'll be there earlier, if you want to snack with me.)

Hello all! New and veteran gamers are welcomed. We will also be teaching games too! For all participants of our Crit Tako meetups, Wood For Sheep has reduced the **sitting fee to $6 per person** (Thank you WoodForSheep!). Same sitting fee for Flock members. The sitting fee will cover from 1 pm to 6:30pm (special closing time hours for private event) Wood For Sheep has a large collection of games available for the public to play. You can bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks too! I invite you to follow and Subscribe to us in the links below to stay up to date on future events, contests, and videos! Join our Discord server to suggest games to play in the Meetup section. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFEmt6ZGISZgqwTStAvBDUQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CritTako Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crittako Discord: https://discord.com/invite/N8FPKV7EvH Looking forward to seeing you and Come Play With Us!

**Let's go to the National Ballet School Block Party!** 🩰 Free dance workshops, performances, live music, snacks, and more! [https://www.nbs-enb.ca/new-now/nbs-block-party/](https://www.nbs-enb.ca/new-now/nbs-block-party/) *It's* *free, but* *you* *have* *to* *register:* [https://www.nbs-enb.ca/new-now/nbs-block-party/#section6344](https://www.nbs-enb.ca/new-now/nbs-block-party/#section6344) 👟 This event is TTC dependent so please check here or in the comments section for updates. Please UPDATE your RSVP by Thursday MAY 28 @ 3 PM \*Those on the waitlist, please monitor the page in case you're moved to attending! \*Cancellations made by attendees less than 24 hours before the event will be considered late-cancellations. \*Those with multiple no-shows/ late-cancellations to my previous events won't be permitted to attend this event.

Fabulous Women - Join us for an elevated afternoon of connection, confidence, and craft cocktails at Reid's Distillery; designed exclusively for those who appreciate great company and a refined experience. This intimate cocktail class is more than just mixing drinks. It's about stepping into a space where you can unwind, meet like-minded women, and enjoy a sophisticated afternoon out in a warm and stylish setting. Guided by expert mixologists, you'll learn how to create signature cocktails using Reid's Gin, fresh ingredients, and professional techniques you can recreate at home. Expect laughter, effortless conversation, and a relaxed upscale vibe. Whether you come solo or with a friend, you'll leave with new skills, new connections, and a renewed sense of fun. Once the class is over, we will gather in the lounge for some light bites at your own cost. Please come dressed in something that makes you feel confident and chic. This is your afternoon to enjoy, indulge, and meet incredible women who are in the same chapter of life. Reid's Cocktail Class is open to all levels of cocktail bartending experience. Great for a date night, a celebration, or to make new friends. It's an interactive cocktail class where you will have the opportunity to learn a variety of bartending skills while making and enjoying 3 new and unique cocktails! All equipment will be provided on-site and the class will include 3 cocktails. Reid's Cocktail Class is done as a group and lasts for approximately 90 minutes. Please note all classes take place at the Distillery (32 Logan Ave, M4M 2M8) and will involve drinking. We do not recommend driving to the distillery and encourage walking or other means of transport. Limited spots available to keep the experience intimate. Hosted by Tricia ………………………………………………………………… **SIGN-UP PROCESS** **STEPS:** How Our New Process Works: 1. **RSVP to Join Waitlist**
 When you RSVP, you'll be added to our waitlist, which is your way of expressing interest in joining us. 2. **Secure Your Spot**
 E-transfer $90.00 to: [fabulousover50@hotmail.com.](http://fabulousover50@hotmail.com./) Include the event name in your message. If your email name differs from your Meetup profile, please let me know. Please note, $90.00 is non refundable or non transferable 3. **Confirmation**
 Once payment is received, I'll move you from the waitlist to "going" - spots are secured in order of payment received. 4. **Event Capacity**
 When maximum capacity is reached, RSVPs will close. Please stay on the waitlist as spots may open due to cancellations. 5. **Manage Your RSVP** If plans change, please remove yourself from the waitlist to allow others the opportunity to join. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **POSITIVE GROUP POLICIES** * **Meet Someone New:** Every meetup is a chance to make a new friend! We encourage everyone to sit with someone different each time. * **Open Seating** * Seats are first come, first serve - no saving seats. This helps everyone feel welcome and included. * **Warm Welcome** * If you see someone new or alone, invite them to join your table or conversation. * **Positive Vibes Only** * We celebrate kindness, encouragement, and support in all our interactions. * **Respectful Listening** * Everyone's voice matters. Listen with respect & curiosity. Let's make every meetup a chance to expand our circle of friends. A smile and a hello can make someone's day - let's be that person for each other. Trying something new can be scary - thank-you for being brave and open to meeting new people! We are all here to connect, so let's make sure no one feels left out! Warmest Regards Mirella

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a great Saturday Night at the Harbour Front in Toronto. **A great day to see the sites, meet lots of friendly people, grab a coffee, ice cream, go for a leisure walk by the water, sip on a beverage/grab some dinner and enjoy the Toronto Downtown Night Life. (Both outdoor and indoor)** I'm going to show you around, play a little ice breaker game or two; and then gravitate towards some places where we can relax and possibly even more than that. :) \*The walking portion will be roughly 2.5 hours with rest periods/bathroom breaks, then we will find a casual place to chill and eat. This will be a fun day and night (Dress casual would be optimal for this event) (comfortable shoes would be best- for walking and chilling) \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at 4:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:30) We will meet at **Starbucks, 208 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2Y1** where you are welcome to grab a beverage or pastry if you like. \*This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small afternoon and early evening adventure through the Toronto Harbour Front and more. Event details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** **\*SATURDAY IN HARBOUR FRONT\*** **(Walk, Talk & Docks!) (Sunset, Dinner & Nightlife)** -A great day as we explore some of the best area's of the Harbour Front near the water, board walk and entertainment strip (lots of patio's, parks, festivals, bars, restaurants and cafes) -We can stop and rest at different spots, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together -Perhaps play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning as well to help us get to know one another \*A great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air and enjoy our Saturday Night together :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** We will meet at **Starbucks, 208 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2Y1** where you are welcome to grab a beverage or pastry if you like. \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at 4:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:30) Go Train will take you Union Station- close walk from there:) Plenty of parking in that area too- but subway, and/or street car is highly recommended \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

**Welcome to the Women’s Columbus Bogleheads® Sub-Group** This sub-group is for **women who want to learn and discuss finances in a safe, supportive space**. For those interested in moving towards financial independence and retirement by learning investment basics, choosing your 401(k) investments, minimizing taxes, and more. We’re a local chapter of **Bogleheads®**, following a long-term, practical investment philosophy: [Investment Philosophy](https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy): https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy [Bogleheads Forum](https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php): https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php No question is too small, and no experience is too simple. Share, ask, and learn — at your own pace, without judgment, in a group of like-minded women. Let’s build confidence and knowledge **together**!

This is an in-person meeting. At this meeting you will get answers to depression and anxiety. Find out the source of them and how to get rid of them. Did you know that unwanted emotions like anxiety, depression, unhappiness, loneliness, hopelessness, anger, fear, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not due to a chemical imbalance in your brain from some nebulous chemical reaction "by chance". Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you. The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life. Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio and Church of Scientology of Central Ohio.

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Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!