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Crown Chakra Reiki Practice Night
Namaste, healer.
It's time to light up the seventh chakra. It's where higher connection, spiritual awareness, and clear consciousness all come together.
And when it's humming, life just flows better.
Hence, our Reiki Crown Chakra Healing Night, where we'll do powerful meditations and group healing to strengthen it.
The crown chakra is especially important for healers, because it's the chakra that connects us to healing energy itself .So without it being strong and open, the energy simply can't flow properly
Among other things, the crown chakra is essential for:
* Spiritual awareness (so you can sense the bigger picture and feel guided in your life)
* A sense of connection to something greater (so you feel supported rather than alone in the world)
* Inner knowing (so you can access wisdom beyond the thinking mind)
* Mental clarity (so you can think cleanly without getting tangled up in your own head)
* Living in alignment with your higher purpose (so your daily life reflects what actually matters to you)
So come and join us for a powerful practice night and leave feeling energetically open and clearly connected.
I'm back from holiday, so will be leading this personally.
Hope you can make it,
Jeremy
PS If you've been craving a deeper dive into Reiki, our June retreat on our 50-acre property is the perfect chance.
Discover esoteric symbols, Reiki vortexes, forest meditations, a cacao ceremony, and powerful group healing. It's an immersive weekend where you’ll learn advanced skills you won't get from any regular class. For full details, visit: https://www.om-reiki.com.au/reiki-retreats.html.
Play 3-Sided Soccer at Albert Park - mixed - social - all levels - all fitness
3 Teams. 3 Goals. Hexagonal Pitch. A game of alliance and betrayal in equal measure.
We are looking for new players and returning players alike to come play a match. Players of any ability, fitness level or background are welcomed - the game is intended to be fun for a Sunday morning rather than super competitive.
If you've never played before, that's okay - the rules are as simple as this:
* There's no offside - roam where you will
* Defend your goal at all costs
* No hands (this is soccer-style football after all)
Come down for 9:00am, we make some balanced teams and warm up for the match starting at 9:15.
Three thirds are played of 25 minutes each so we're usually done by about 11:00am. All fitness and soccer skill levels more than welcome and encouraged!
A note regarding junior players:
We very much enjoy and encourage junior players to come along and play however please be aware of the following:
* As most attendees are adults, all players must be a minimum of 1.5m tall and 13 years of age. Soccer may have incidental contact when contesting a ball, and we would hate for someone small to be injured as a result of running into someone larger than them.
* Any players under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a playing parent or guardian.
How to find us -
We meet on the astroturf pitch near the Baselball and Hockey clubs in Albert Park. The main location we use is called "Dorothy Coleman Field". If we aren't there then there may be a couple of other locations, [as noted on this dynamic map](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1JdDwV4AOV5e-xP5d56m16-eu29GlnZQ&usp=sharing) \- generally we will follow in number order\.
Dungeons and Dragons *Beginners Night @ Saturday - North Melbourne
**Beginner Dungeons & Dragons Night (No Experience Needed)**
Play a fantasy story with a small group.
Make choices. Solve problems. Work together.
It’s fun, social, and easy to get into.
**What is this Event**
This is a beginner-friendly D&D game.
You don’t need to know anything.
Most people are new.
We teach as we play.
**Small groups (limited spots**)
Tables of 5–6 players, we wont take anymore than this at a time.
Usually 12–18 total spots in total.
If you see a spot you can make, take it. They fill.
**What happens when you arrive**
You don’t need to bring anything
You’ll be seated shortly after you arrive
Most people come alone
You will not be the only one.
**What you’ll do**
Play a character in a fantasy story
Make choices with your group
Talk, explore, and solve problems
Roll dice and see what happens
Expect funny and memorable moments.
**What you don’t need to worry about**
You don't need to know rules
new people won't slow the group down
Don't need to bring anything
We guide you the whole way.
**Who this is for**
You work a 9–5 and want to meet new people after work or on weekends.
You enjoy fantasy stories, books or games
You want to try dungeons and dragons
You want a curated story games night with tactics and roleplay.
If you like Baldur’s Gate or Divinity, you’ll have a strong idea about what your getting into.
**Sessions**
3-hour games
Run by experienced Dungeon Masters
2–3 tables each night
This week’s games may include:
*Cordelia* – Dark fantasy adventure
*Isle of the Grave* – Mystery and survival
*The Cost of Ascension* – Power, trust, and betrayal
Before the event
You may get a message from the organiser.
Please reply to keep your spot.
**Attendance policy**
Cancel early if you can’t make it
No-shows or late cancels may lose future spots
**Donations**
We take small donations to support the event and our hosts.
Fun & easy way to play more tennis (please read event description for details)
We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches.
These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun!
Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up:
https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/melbourne-vic/meetup/
If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works.
Happy hitting!
- Scott
Sunday Walk - Elwood Beach
**Brighton to Point Ormond – Elwood Beach**
***As it is Mothers Day next Sunday, our next walk will be the following Sunday, 17th May.***
This popular walk along the Elwood foreshore is the perfect outing for an autumn Sunday morning. Join the thousands of Melburnians who regularly walk, jog and ride this wide, well-formed path along the shores of the Bay. Our coffee stop this morning will be at Northpoint Cafe, after we’ve walked from Brighton Beach to Point Ormond and return.
**Start:** Bay St, Brighton. Assemble at the beach end of Bay St.
**Parking:** Park along Bay Street or in St Ninians Road, off Bay St, just back from the beach. Parking is FREE.
**The Walk**: The walk is along the Bayside Trail as far as Point Ormond Lookout and then return the same way.
**Total distance**: 6.0 km.
**Time:** Allow 2 hours for the walk, including coffee at the end.
**Difficulty:** Easy
**Toilets:** At several places along the way.
**Coffee:** The café at Northpoint Cafe, or other venue (selected on the day)
**Cost:** Free
Speed Dating for 40-65yrs - 12 Fast Dates ❤️
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Most Come Alone, or Invite Friends
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Enjoy your privacy, I booked us the bar
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94% get matches the next day ✅
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**Equally Booked Ratios 50:50**
(we advertise everywhere not just on Meetup)
There's plenty of people to meet
50-80 attendees at each event!
Most book early, so don't miss out
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We Get It...
But it's the easiest way
To meet new people
Try a new experience
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**It's Okay to Feel Nervous**
It's easy once the first chat starts
Every night you’ll meet 12 singles
Worst case, you'll make new friends
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**And If It’s Your First Time**
We’re all in the same boat ⛵
Just turn up, I’ll find you a seat
Every 5mins we rotate everyone
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Tick ‘yes’ whenever you like someone
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Introduced to each new person
Find friends & new connections
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Sunday Morning Chill Run
How about we kick off the best day with a jog and coffee together?
Trust me, you won't want to miss out!
🏃♂️Training menu🏃♂️
Every Sunday 8:00~
Fed Square Assembly
【https://maps.app.goo.gl/zmPQ6U533pUDcNSA9?g_st=ic】
If you have luggage, please consider using the lockers at the station.
💥40~60 min Jog+Walk
Pace: Easy pace, suitable for beginners. If you got tired, let's walk together.
【schedule】
8:00 Gathering
8:10 Start
9:00 End of training
Challengers we are waiting for you 😊
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🌍 JUST GUTSY — Solo Travelers Meetup (Melbourne 4PM local time)
No agenda. No awkward intros. Just good people.
Just Gutsy is a weekly meetup for solo travelers, nomads and locals who love meeting them, a simple way to find your people in a new city.
Who comes:
Solo travelers in transit · digital nomads · curious locals who love meeting travelers
What to expect:
casual and self-led · small group energy · show up, talk to someone, see where it goes
Not sure how to talk to strangers? I put together a set of questions that actually make it easy — find them here: [justgutsy.com/icebreakers](http://justgutsy.com/icebreakers)
The only things you need to do:
→ Comment below so others know you're coming
→ If plans change, update your RSVP
→ When you arrive: comment "Here, [what you're wearing]" so people find you
When & where:
• Every Sunday · 4PM local time
Meetup.com sometimes shows a different timezone — ignore it, it's always 4PM where you are
• Location: in front of the Dolphin Fountain (inside Fitzroy Gardens)
Join Just Gutsy → [justgutsy.com](http://justgutsy.com/) · Early members get lifetime premium access to the app
Sunday Indoor Football
Friendly game of five a side indoor football (soccer).
Indoor trainers/boots. No studs. Played on timber floor.
Bibs will be supplied.
Game Rules:
Kick ins from the side.
Goal keeper must throw the ball out when the ball goes behind.
No slide tackles.
After each goal a spot kick is taken and the opposing team must stand behind the white line (you'll understand when you get there).
Keeper rotates every 6 minutes.
If you need to pull out of the game for any reason, please RSVP no and then message the event so that another can potentially fill your spot. Please note that you should do this at least 48 hours (the sooner the better) before the game to allow the chance for someone to take your spot. If we are unable to fill the spot then I will not be able to refund you. Thank you.
Growth, Development and Sacrifice
Please join us this Sunday to discuss discomfort, growth and personal development. We will meet at the Captain Melville at 2pm for a 2:15pm start sharp.
**Please note the new $5-10 mandatory donation entry fee** (cash or transfer on day) to help with MeetUp subscription costs, venue costs (food & drinks for table), etc.
There is no pre-requisite preparation necessary, nor a philosophical background, all that is required is a curious mind. These discussions are both a Socrates Cafe style discussion and lively metaphysical dojo, in the spirit of learning and friendly debate, so please feel free to challenge assumptions and be prepared to have your own assumptions challenged.
This event is also posted to the Philosophy Circle group.
Topic questions below, however please note these are open sessions not strict to the below:
* What does it mean to “improve” oneself? Are we trying to become our true selves, or create better versions of ourselves?
* Does growth require discomfort?
* Can unnecessary suffering be mistaken for productive discomfort?
* Can suffering produce wisdom when it is reflected on properly?
* Is courage the willingness to remain present inside discomfort?
* Can comfort become a prison and lead to a shallow life?
* Is personal growth possible without some form of sacrifice?
* Is there a danger in constantly treating oneself as a project?
* Should personal development aim at happiness, virtue, freedom, usefulness, wholeness or holiness?
* Make makes a strong family?
* What duties do children owe their parents, and what duties do parents owe their children?
* What have religions and spiritual traditions said on the above questions?
Hope to see you there!
FLOW IN GROUP CONVERSATIONS IF YOU PROCRASTINATE
# 🌟 *Breat Procrastination and Staring at The Crowd When at Social Events with Taking a Minimum Viable Step!*
Do you want to feel confident stepping into group conversations, knowing exactly what to say, when to say it, and how to build momentum naturally?
Do you want a clear structure that makes socialising feel *doable*, while still allowing real, organic, human connection?
This session blends **structure with spontaneity**, so you can practise social confidence in a way that actually works for your brain.
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# 💬 **WHAT THIS SESSION IS ABOUT**
This is a **guided practice lab** for group interaction.
Instead of guessing what to say, you will work with:
• specific topics chosen by the group on the day
• simple, powerful questions to guide conversation
• structured rounds that make it easier to start and continue interactions
You are not performing or “being social” on command, you are learning a **repeatable process** that helps you enter conversations naturally and build depth from there.
The structure gives you clarity.
Your responses stay *real, personal, and fully your own.*
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# 🧠 **WHY THIS WORKS**
## *Minimum Viable Steps (MVS)*
Starting conversations is often the hardest part.
So instead of forcing yourself to “be social”, we focus on:
### ***Minimum Viable Steps (MVS)***
Small, achievable actions like:
• approaching a group
• listening for context
• asking one simple question
• sharing one small response
These steps reduce overwhelm and help you build momentum naturally.
You are not powering through, you are **following a chain of small wins** that lead into flow.
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# 🔄 **HOW THE SESSION RUNS**
This session is structured into **timed rounds (approx. 8 minutes each)**.
Each round gives you a clear, simple objective.
## 🔹 *Structured Group Rounds*
• You will begin in small groups with a defined topic
• Each round includes suggested questions to guide interaction
• You are free to respond in your own way, nothing scripted
## 🔹 *Rotations*
At the end of each round:
• two people rotate out of each group
• each joins a different group
This creates:
• clarity on where to go next
• repeated practice starting new conversations
• exposure to different dynamics and people
*No guessing. No awkward hovering. Just clear next steps.*
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# 💡 **TOPICS & QUESTIONS**
At the start of the session, we will:
• gather topics participants are genuinely interested in
• write them down and use them throughout the rounds
Each round will include **simple, open questions** related to the topic, designed to:
• spark conversation easily
• create direction without rigidity
• allow natural sharing and depth
You follow the structure, but what you share is always your own.
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# 🌱 **WHAT YOU WILL PRACTISE**
• starting conversations decisively (again and again)
• entering groups with clarity instead of hesitation
• listening before contributing
• asking simple questions that open conversation
• building flow through small, manageable steps
• rotating between groups with confidence
• staying present without overwhelm
Over time, this becomes **automatic**.
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# 📝 **BEFORE & AFTER**
At the beginning:
• you will complete a short reflection on meaningful connection in your life
At the end:
• you will share what worked, what did not, and what could be improved
This helps shape future sessions based on what actually supports you.
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# 👋 **A NOTE FROM THE FACILITATOR**
This is not about being the most confident person in the room.
It is about learning a structure that helps you:
• take action
• reduce overwhelm
• build real connection step by step
You do not need to get it perfect.
## ***You just need to take the next small step.***
The Art of Authentic Relating - Level 1 - deep dive - 4 class immersion
Join us for a transformative 4-week immersion workshop in Authentic Relating and practice of **deeper listening**, designed to enhance your experience of intimacy and aliveness within connection, and **cultivate the embodied skills** required to navigating deep connections. Each week, we will explore themes, including self-awareness, vulnerability, empathy, and **artful communication**. Through experiential learning, group discussions, in a supportive environment, you will learn be able to practice "active listening", express yourself authentically, and cultivate more meaningful exchanges.
There will also be a deeper dive into the practice of artful reflecting and responding to others, and how to respond to someone's sharing in a way that makes them feel seen while expresses the core of what you wanted to share. This is an ongoing process of learning these skills, but we will be covering some of the core foundations of this skill, through discussion and practice.
There will be a strong emphasis on slowing down, tuning into the body, and allowing the habitual communication patterns to relax, while organically giving space for the novelty of spontaneous truths to be spoken and revealed. Having a closed group of participant and journeying over **4 x 3 hour classes**, over 4 weeks, will allow for a new level of depth and practice to extend and expand your capacity for more aliveness and more realness. This is a workshop for people who seek for more depth in their relating, for those who have a curiosity that calls them forward into the mystery of life.
The workshops will consist of core authentic relating practices, but with the continuation of participants and familiarity it will allow for greater depth, nervous system regulation and greater sense of safety. some other practices that usually won't be run in one-off events, will also be able to be explored due to the increased depth of the group.
If this sounds like something you want to explore, I look forward to sharing the space with you and others. If you have any questions, please reach out.
\*\* people in challenging financial situations are welcome to reach out and we work something out
The pricing of the event is done in a way which hopefully makes it accessible to most people; however it is more expensive than the monthly AR nights per session. This for few reasons:
-the level of space holding and depth that the deep dive facilitates requires more space holding
-there is a cap on the group as to not make it too large
-there is more actually teaching and coaching around the authentic relating practice compared with the Monthly.
all bookings must be made through [https://events.humanitix.com/authentic-relating-deep-dive](https://events.humanitix.com/authentic-relating-deep-dive)
If you need to talk to me, please email me at authenticcmelb@gmail.com or
FB [Authentic Connection Melbourne ](https://www.facebook.com/authenticmelb/)
Looking forward to journeying with you!
Daniel - Authentic Connection Melbourne
Details
Cost $250 early bird.
$300 General admin
DATES
4 Sundays
MAY 17th, 24th,31st,
JUNE 7th
5:30PM-8:30PM
\*\*Participants will need to arrive on time, and the door will be closed by 15 minutes after starting. This is done to set the energy and foundations of the evening as a group.
\*\*If you miss one of the sessions, you will still be able to attend the other sessions.
Sunday Meditation | Community Building | Connection | Meet New People
**Who We are..... 🤝**
Our journey to bring people together began in January of 2022. The group was started with a simple intention to gather and meet some likeminded people - connecting through the powerful act of meditation and sharing our genuine selves while sitting in a circle that represents equality, harmony and wholeness( *we believe everyone in the circle is a teacher and a student at the same time)*.
And over the last 4 years of consistently coming together, we have fostered a beautiful, loving, dependable community where members from all walks of life have experienced a sacred space to sit in silence together and meditate, share their authentic selves, give presence to others and forge meaningful and long lasting connections.
The Meditations are guided by Sana(co-founder and host), who is a Trained and certified meditation teacher by the Meditation Association of Australia, and has been guiding meditations for 3+ years in corporate and community settings.
✨ **Do you wish to....**
* Experience a simple yet powerful meditation and breathing practice to find calm, relaxation and clarity
* Connect with like-minded people in your local community and foster meaningful connections
* Meet others who are passionate about growing, uplifting themselves, and supporting others
* Share insights from your personal journey (or simply listen and learn)
Or maybe you just want to...
☮️ **Spend your Sunday evening in a peaceful, zen space and meet new people? Bring a friend (or two!) and let’s connect.**
**What’s on the evening’s flow?**
* **Open meet & greet** – connect and settle in
* **5 min guided meditation** to land into the space and connect within
* **Sharing circle** (totally optional!) – share your thoughts or simply listen
* **20-30 min guided meditation** – for relaxation and deeper connection
**Where?**
📍 **250 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065**
Enter through the church gates. You’ll see a small garden on the left and stairs on the right leading up to the **Dance of Life Yoga Studio (first door on your right upstairs).**
**What to bring?**
* **Donation:** A contribution of **$15 or more is recommended**.
Your donations directly help us cover venue, meetup membership and other costs, provide valuable resources, and keep this meditation community alive and growing.
* **Warm jumper/jacket** (just in case!)
* **Water**
* **Any books/resources/inspiration you’d love to share**
**Important Notes:**
* Spaces are **limited**, so if you can’t make it, please update your RSVP to “Not going” or send us a quick message.
* **No-show policy:** To keep it fair for everyone, repeat no-shows without notice may not be able to RSVP in the future.
* Attendees under 18 must have a guardian present.
**Everyone is welcome!**
All ages (with guardians for under 18), backgrounds, genders, and experiences – no meditation experience needed.
The event runs for about **2.5 hours**, but you’re free to come and go as you need.
JUGGER - soft-combat foam weapons, free to try!
It's Jugger time! Get on down to Hawthorn for fun, sun, exercise, and silly shenanigans!
* ✅ Free to attend
* ⚔️ Jugger Equipment is supplied
* 🍜 Post-training social lunch - all welcome
* ➡️ [Find us on Discord](https://discord.gg/WHnMyk56Cu)
Jugger is an exciting, mixed-gender soft combat sport. Two teams use a selection of padded foam spars to tag opponents as they aim to put the jugg (the game ball) into their opponent's goal.
**Watch Jugger being played in [this excellent short demo video](https://vimeo.com/28592980).**
Jugger Melbourne training sessions include both full games of jugger, as well as a variety of training drills designed to promote **teamwork, communication, exercise, health and fitness, and teach core game skills.**
After training we head across to Glenferrie Rd for lunch and socializing, which you are welcome (and encouraged!) to join.
**🏃♀️➡️ New Player Info / Who Can Join**
New players are always welcome! Our experienced coaches will teach you basics to get you and and swinging in no time Jugger is easy to pickup the basics while deep to master.
We have a minimum age policy of 16 years (please note, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian), but other than that we welcome anyone of all fitness levels. Jugger is a great way to keep active, and a fun way to meet new people in a friendly and inclusive community!
**👟 How to Join a Session and What to Bring**
Joining is simple - just show up! RSVPing on Meetup or Discord is a big help as it helps us plan around expected numbers. You are also welcome to bring along any interested friends and family.
**⚔️ Jugger equipment is supplied.** We have a collection of gear to loan out to new players.
Bring a water bottle (there is a tap nearby), sunscreen, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes for running around in - and that you don't mind getting a bit dirty!
Recommend but not required items include: sunglasses, football boots, kneepads, and gloves if you have them. You don't need any of these to get started, but you may find you want them if you become a regular.
**✅ Are there any costs are involved?**
Our training sessions are **free to attend** as often as you like, we are essentially just a group of friends that meet for training and socializing on the weekend.
The Australian Jugger League has a voluntary annual membership that helps to support the sport (including maintaining equipment and paying for Meetup), and we encourage people to join once they become a regular attendee or begin attending tournaments. However there's no obligation so spend any money when you're first trying it out or just attending casually.
**➡️ External Links**
We organise our regular players through our Discord group and their attendance is not often represented in the Meetup attendance numbers (we use Meetup to reach out to new people).
Events are also (though less regularly) posted to Facebook, while event photos and videos are shared on our Instagram.
* [Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/WHnMyk56Cu)
* [Jugger Melbourne on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/JuggerMelbourne)
* [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jugger_melbourne/)
* [Australian Jugger League website](https://www.jugger.au/)
\*\* See you on Sunday \*\*
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Building Scalable Customer Identity Resolution Pipelines on AWS Using AI
Customer identity resolution becomes increasingly complex as organizations scale across multiple systems, regions, and data formats. Traditional rule-based approaches often fail to keep up with data variability, require constant manual tuning, and struggle with real-time processing needs.
This session presents a practical approach to building a scalable identity resolution pipeline using AWS services and modern AI techniques. The architecture combines data ingestion through Amazon S3 and AWS Glue, transformation pipelines using Spark on EMR, and machine learning models deployed via SageMaker for entity matching and standardization. Graph-based relationship modeling is implemented using Amazon Neptune to improve resolution accuracy by incorporating household and shared attribute context.
We will walk through how machine learning models can be used for name and address normalization, how intelligent blocking strategies improve matching efficiency, and how feedback loops can be introduced to continuously improve accuracy. The session also highlights how serverless components such as AWS Lambda can be used for orchestration and real-time processing.
**SPEAKER BIO**
Mosaic Syed is a Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions across global enterprise environments.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosaic-basha-syed-92300856
**CALL FOR SPEAKERS**
Learn more: [https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/](https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/)
**THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: [https://www.veeam.com/](https://www.veeam.com/)
**DIRECTIONS**
8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH
go to 4th floor.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Building Momentum: From Ambiguity to Execution
**Building a great product is one thing—building momentum behind it is another.**
Join **Senior Product Manager Adam Solaiman** and **User Experience Manager Tyson Smith** for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to turn complex ideas into scalable products inside large organizations.
In this session, they’ll share how teams move from ambiguity to execution—navigating organizational complexity, aligning stakeholders, and continuously evolving products after launch.
You’ll walk away with insights on how to:
* Build and sustain momentum across teams
* Adapt to changing priorities without losing direction
* Scale products thoughtfully in complex environments
Whether you're driving a new initiative or growing an existing product, this conversation will give you practical strategies to keep things moving forward.
Come connect, learn, and swap stories with fellow product professionals.
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Food and drinks will be provided by Switchbox, our generous host.
Free parking will be available at the front and back sides of the Switchbox Office.
Neurospicy Columbus - Join us for Stauff's Coffee and Book Loft
Join Neurospicy Columbus at the Stauff's for coffee and then a stroll through the Book Loft nearby!
This will be a friendly chat for like minded individuals with Autism and/or ADHD (or somewhere on the Neurodiverse Spectra).
Version Control for Unity
This meetup is a beginner-friendly session introducing version control for Unity projects, with a look at three common tools: Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control. The goal is to help you understand what version control is, why it matters for Unity development, and what options are out there.
The format will likely be presentation-style, with live demos and time for questions throughout. You'll see each tool in action and learn how they fit into a Unity workflow.
What to Expect:
* An introduction to version control and why it's essential for Unity projects
* An overview of Git, Perforce, and Unity Version Control
* Demos of each tool in a Unity workflow
* Tips for getting started
* No prior version control experience required
* Resources for continued learning
All experience levels are welcome. Whether you're new to version control or already using one of these tools, this session will help you understand what each one offers.
Food and drinks provided. Join us to learn more about version control options for Unity.
Building Agents with Microsoft Agent Framework
We will show how to build custom agents with Microsoft Agent Framework. Attendees will learn how to build and custom host agents when Microsoft Foundry is not a viable option.
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**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**
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**YouTube Link**
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