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Practice your programming skills with Python, Js, Java, C(++) or ...
Anybody who wants to practice their programming skills is welcome. We share our ideas, learn from each other, do some exercise, ask questions, etc. This meetup is the best for those who want to improve their skills by programming and learning in a group
If you want to learn more about our Co-Learning, please have a look at our website:
[https://opentechschool-zurich.github.io/](https://opentechschool-zurich.github.io/)
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We have a chat group you can join to get more information:
[https://app.element.io/#/room/#ots-zh:matrix.org](https://app.element.io/#/room/#ots-zh:matrix.org)
(You need to create a free account if you don't already have one)
Remote participants are also welcome. You first need to join the Element chat and then get into the video call that we start at around 19:00 (if we forget, pleas ping us in the Element chat!)
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Our main languages are Python and Javascript, but we welcome every programming languages.
Some of the skills we can help you learning:
* Python and
* ... PyGame (Zero / Play)
-.... Flask
* ... Jupyter and data science
-... PySide2 / PyQt
* ... Shoebot
* C++ and
* ... Qt
* ... cmake
* ... and modern C++
* Flutter for Apps
* PHP and
* ... Vue.js
* ... Wordpress
* JS and React.js
We have a few Github repository that can be interesting to browse:: https://github.com/opentechschool-zurich/
INNOTALK #19: "When Agile Isn’t Enough: A Fortune 500 Journey to Serial Product"
**INNOtalk #19** presents **"When Agile Isn’t Enough: A Fortune 500 Journey to Serial Product"**
*«Beyond the Spotify Model: Real-World Innovation in Hardware & Electronics»*
Innovation is no longer the challenge - making it real is.
Many organizations invest heavily in innovation, agile frameworks, and transformation programs. Yet too often, initiatives remain stuck in pilots, labs, or presentations - without ever translating into real business impact.
This INNOtalk takes you inside the journey of a Fortune 500 automotive leader that broke this pattern.
Within just 18 months, the company moved from early-stage innovation efforts to serial production in a completely new market segment - turning ideas into tangible business value.
Instead of focusing on frameworks or buzzwords, this session reveals what truly makes the difference at executive level:
\- How to navigate the realities of innovation in regulated\, hardware\-driven environments\.
\- How to build structures that balance speed\, safety\, and compliance\.
\- And how leadership decisions determine whether innovation remains an initiative \- or becomes a growth engine\.
At the core lies a simple but powerful insight:
\- What works in software does not automatically work in the real world\.
This session challenges common assumptions around agile and introduces a pragmatic, hands-on approach to innovation - designed for organizations where complexity, regulation, and engineering excellence are part of daily business.
**What you will gain:**
🔷 A clear perspective on why traditional agile models often fall short in hardware and regulated environments
🔷 Practical insights on how to move from experimentation to scalable, market-ready solutions
🔷 Leadership impulses to turn innovation into measurable business impact
**SPEAKER**
[Björn Persson](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bj%C3%B6rn-persson-a6325710/ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/bj%C3%B6rn-persson-a6325710/")
*Product Management Advisor & Consultant at «ProAgile»*
Björn Persson is a seasoned Product Management Advisor and Agile Transformation Expert with over 20 years of experience in driving innovation across teams and organizations. Björn has supported companies in translating agile principles into real-world impact - particularly in complex, regulated, and hardware-driven environments.
As a consultant at ProAgile, Björn focuses on bridging the gap between strategy and execution, helping organizations move beyond “innovation theater” toward scalable, production-ready solutions. His work combines deep practical expertise with a strong understanding of leadership, organizational design, and business value creation.
**DETAILS**
🗓️ Date & Time: **Tuesday, April 28, 2026 / 17:00 - 19:00**
📍 Location: **swissICT – Vulkanstrasse 120 – 8048 Zurich**
**AGENDA**
16:45 - 17:00: Arrival & Welcome
17:00 - 17:30: Keynote: "When Agile Isn’t Enough: A Fortune 500 Journey to Serial Production" by Product Management Advisor & Consultant at «ProAgile»
17:30 - 18:00: Interactive Q&A (Focus on leadership and implementation).
18:00 - 19:00: Networking & Community Discussion
19:00: Closing of Event
**TARGET GROUP & LANGUAGE**
• C-level and Senior Executives within industrial, automotive, and regulated environments. The session is tailored for decision-makers who need to bridge the gap between traditional engineering excellence and modern innovation speed, focusing on leadership choices and ROI rather than just "agile ceremonies".
• The talk will be held in English, with questions welcome in German as well.
**ORGANIZERS**
Moderation by the [swissICT «Innovation» Expert Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/swissict-professional-group-innovation/ "https://www.linkedin.com/company/swissict-professional-group-innovation/") ([Patrick Scheller](https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-scheller/), [Harald Bader](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-harald-bader/ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-harald-bader/"), [Violeta Lozano](https://www.linkedin.com/in/violeta-lozano-roxstar/ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/violeta-lozano-roxstar/")) & [swissICT](https://www.linkedin.com/company/swissict/ "https://www.linkedin.com/company/swissict/") ([Carol Lechner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-lechner/ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-lechner/")) in collaboration with Björn Persson from [ProAgile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/proagile-se/ "https://www.linkedin.com/company/proagile-se/").
Förderung von Kreativität und Fantasie von Schulkindern durch Kunst
Weg vom Bildschirm und von vorgegebenen Lösungen – hinein in die unbegrenzte Kreativität der realen Welt! In diesem Kurs lernen die Kinder auch auf spielerische Weise, ihre Umwelt wahrzunehmen, zu schätzen und darzustellen. Ausserdem tasten sie sich an ihre eigenen Vorlieben und Begabungen heran und erleben die Begeisterung, eigenhändig Kunstwerke zu erschaffen. Unter professioneller Beratung und individueller Betreuung wird in kleinen Gruppen (ausser in den Schulferien) gearbeitet.
**Einstieg und Probeunterricht:** ist jederzeit möglich.
**Auskunft und Anmeldung:** marianas@gmx.ch \* 078 628 78 24 \* www.marianas.ch
**Dienstags in Zürich**, GBMZ Sieglungslokal an der Hohlstrasse 197, von 17:00 bis 19:00 Uhr
**Freitags in Illnau:** von 13:15 bis 15:15 Uhr und von 15:30 bis 17:30Uhr und
**samstags in Illnau:** von 10:00 bis 12:00 Uhr
**Kurskosten** (inkl. Materialkosten)**:** 4 x 120 Min. = 200 Fr.
Learn programming with Python, Java, Javascript, C(++) or ...
Dies ist ein informelles Treffen für Lernende, die ihre ersten Schritte in der Programmierung machen oder ihre Grundkenntnisse vertiefen möchten.
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This is an informal meetup, for learners that want to do their first steps in programming or want to consolidate their skills.
We spend one hour and a half working on tutorials, exercises or projects. If you need help to get started, we will help you finding a good way for learning.
You should be prepared to spend your time "doing things": just hanging around and listening might get boring, if all other people are learning on their side.
There are experienced people are around and you can ask questions as soon as their arise or bring with you questions you have had during the week.
During the last half an hour, we do a (simple) exercise together.
We speak German, English, and a few other languages.
Currently, how main programming languages are:
* Python
* Javascript
* Java
* Flutter
* C++
* C
* C#
* PHP
But you're free to learn any programming language during our Co-Learning!
If you want to learn more about our Co-Learning, please have a look at our website (no frequent updates...):
https://opentechschool-zurich.github.io/
If you're starting with Python, we can suggest:
* Learning Python the hard way (https://learnpythonthehardway.org/python3/) (for Python 3).
* The Solo Learn Python 3 Tutorial (https://www.sololearn.com/Course/Python/).
* A big list of Python tutorials: https://docs.python-guide.org/intro/learning/
For Node.js:
* Nodeschool: https://nodeschool.io/
For C++
* https://de.wikibooks.org/wiki/C%2B%2B-Programmierung
* https://www.sololearn.com/Course/CPlusPlus/
Solution Café Zürich April
**Programm**
Eintreffen ab 18:30. So haben wir vorher noch genügend Zeit, nach Lust und Laune alte Kontakte aufzufrischen und neue zu knüpfen.
*Programm-Start um 19:00 Uhr (bis ca. 21.30 Uhr)*
Wir freuen uns auf einen leichtfüssigen Austausch mit vielen Lösungen und Erkenntnissen zu deinen Anliegen.
**Für wen ist das Solution Café?**
Voraussetzungen für eine Teilnahme gibt es nicht. Es braucht auch keinerlei Coachingerfahrung.
**Auszug Anliegen vergangener Cafés**
* Wie schaffe ich es, die Blockierung zu überwinden und meinen Wert zu vermitteln?
* Wohin und wie weiter? Welchen meiner Träume will ich als nächstes leben?
**Hast du ein neues Projekt oder Fragen die dich beschäftigen?**
* Wie kann ich mich besser abgrenzen, «nein» sagen lernen?
* Wie kann ich ein komplexes Projekt im Team angehen?
* Wie können wir einander gut loslassen?
* Wie komme ich aus meiner Antriebslosigkeit raus?
* Wie kann ich meine vielen Ideen mit Leichtigkeit realisieren?
* Wie bringe ich mehr Positivität in mein Leben?
* Wie integriere ich Sport wieder in meinen Alltag?
* Wie baue ich mein persönliches Netzwerk aus?
School Reform Events This Week
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Designing for Behaviour Change: Build for Humans, Not the Backlog
**Most products are designed to move people in a certain direction.** But when it comes to behaviour change, pressure and punishment **often** **backfire.** They may create short-term compliance, but they can also leave users feeling guilty, frustrated, or simply ready to give up.
**In this talk, Mi Xue Tan explores how UX can support lasting behaviour change through positive reinforcement.** Instead of designing systems that fight human psychology, she looks at how we can build experiences that work with it — reducing resistance, creating motivation, and supporting small steps that add up over time.
This matters for the UX community because every product shapes behaviour. When we design with human needs and motivation in mind, retention does not have to be forced. It can emerge more naturally through experiences that feel supportive, effective, and genuinely human.
**[Mi Xue Tan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mi-xue-tan-3030b5120/)** works at the intersection of data, user research, and human behavior. With a background in data science and UX research, her work xplores how thoughtful design and positive reinforcement can support meaningful behavior change. Her focus: using data, psychology, and good communication to **create experiences that people don’t just use — but stick with.**
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💬 The Talk is in **English**
📍 The event will be held at ETH Zürich Maschinenbau ML, **Room F36**
We kindly ask you to arrive *10 minutes* early of the event start, so everyone can find a seat due to high attendance. *Thank you!*
Performance Rehearsal (Ensaio de Bateria)
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Our 'Ensaio de Bateria' is for regular members of the association and exceptionally for those who have previous experience playing in a samba bateria (please get in touch if you're interested, we'd love to hear from you).
In this session, we will dive into fresh material and technique, while also taking the time to perfect individual parts of our existing repertoire if needed. Whether you're looking to improve your groove or refine specific techniques, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your skills!
**What to bring:**
* Ear Plugs (we recommend "Alpine Music Pros" from a music shop)
* Water Bottle for staying hydrated
* Spare T-shirt for afterwards (it gets pretty warm)
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Unsere 'Ensaio de Bateria' ist für regelmäßige Mitglieder des Vereins und ausnahmsweise für diejenigen, die bereits Erfahrung in einer Samba Bateria haben (bitte melde dich, wenn du Interesse hast, wir würden uns freuen, von dir zu hören).
In dieser Session werden wir uns mit neuem Material und Technik beschäftigen, uns aber auch die Zeit nehmen, einzelne Teile unseres bestehenden Repertoires zu perfektionieren. Egal, ob du deinen Groove verbessern oder bestimmte Techniken verfeinern möchtest, dies ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, deine Fähigkeiten zu steigern!
**Was du mitbringen solltest:**
· Ohrstöpsel (wir empfehlen "Alpine Music Pros" aus dem Musikfachhandel)
· Eine Wasserflasche, damit du genug Flüssigkeit zu dir nehmen kannst
· Ersatz-T-Shirt für danach (es wird ziemlich warm)
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Nosso "Ensaio de Bateria" é para os membros regulares da associação e, excepcionalmente, para aqueles que têm experiência anterior de tocar numa bateria de samba (entre em contato se você estiver interessado, gostaríamos muito de ouvir você!).
Nesta sessão, vamos nos aprofundar em novos materiais e na técnica, além de dedicar tempo para aperfeiçoar partes individuais de nosso repertório existente, se necessário. Se estiver procurando melhorar seu groove ou refinar técnicas específicas, esta é a oportunidade perfeita para elevar suas habilidades!
**O que trazer:**
* Protetores de ouvido (recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros”).
* Garrafa d’água para se manter hidratado
* Uma troca de roupa para depois do ensaio (fica bem quente)
FlightLevels@CONCORDIA in Aktion (Flight Levels® Flight Club - Switzerland #5)
### **FlightLevels@CONCORDIA in Aktion**
Wir sprechen mit Menschen bei CONCORDIA, die ihre Erfahrungen mit **Flight Levels** teilen – wie sie Strategiearbeit gestalten, Koordination verbessern und Wirkung messbar machen.
**Fokus:** Flight Levels – wie gelingt die Transformation auf allen Levels.
**Was dich erwartet:**
**Einblicke vor Ort** – Wie CONCORDIA Flight Levels einsetzt, um Strategie und Umsetzung zu verbinden.
**Erfahrungsberichte** – Was funktioniert, was herausfordert, was gelernt wurde.
**Diskussion & Austausch** – Gemeinsam reflektieren, wie Flight Levels in unterschiedlichen Kontexten Wirkung entfalten kann.
Ob du selbst mit Flight Levels arbeitest oder verstehen willst, wie strategische Agilität in der Praxis aussieht – dieses Meetup bietet authentische Perspektiven aus erster Hand.
**Ort:** CONCORDIA, Luzern, Bundesplatz 15
**Sprache:** Deutsch
Shooting mit Model: Ein Moment ausserhalb der Zeit
**Ein Moment ausserhalb der Zeit – Fotografischer Streifzug durch die Zürcher Altstadt**
Wir tauchen gemeinsam in eine andere Zeit ein und nutzen die Kulisse der Zürcher Altstadt als Bühne für eine besondere fotografische Begegnung.
Unsere beiden Modelle **Alla und Jens** tragen sorgfältig ausgewählte historische Kleidung, die der Szene Tiefe, Authentizität und erzählerische Kraft verleiht. Während wir gemeinsam durch die Gassen der Altstadt flanieren, entstehen Bilder zwischen Vergangenheit und Gegenwart – ruhig, entschleunigt und bewusst gestaltet.
Der Fokus liegt auf:
* Arbeiten mit natürlichem Licht
* Bildaufbau und Komposition im urban-historischen Raum
* Fotografischem Storytelling mit Menschen
* Bewusstem Sehen statt Serienfeuer
Das Event ist **geeignet für Anfänger:innen bis ambitionierte Fotograf:innen**. Es geht nicht um Technikdruck, sondern um Wahrnehmung, Gestaltung und Austausch. Fragen, Experimente und unterschiedliche fotografische Ansätze sind ausdrücklich willkommen.
**Wichtiges auf einen Blick:**
* 📍 Zwinglipl. 4, 8001 Zürich
* 👥 Maximal **10 Teilnehmende** für intensives Arbeiten
* 📷 Kamera mit Wechselobjektiv empfohlen (keine Pflicht)
* 🚶♂️ Lockerer Fotowalk, kein Leistungs- oder Zeitdruck
Die Teilnahme gilt erst nach dem Zahlungseingang als bestätigt.
Ein Event für alle, die Lust haben, Fotografie als bewussten Moment ausserhalb der Zeit zu erleben.
Freie und gefühlsverbundene Begleitung der Jugend
**Freie und gefühlsverbundene Begleitung von Kindern, Jugendlichen und Schülern – Freude am realen Leben entwickeln**
**Für Eltern, Erziehende, Lehrpersonen Sozialpädagogen und Interessierte**
**Ablauf:** Kennenlernen: ab 8.30
4 Module:
9.00 – 10.30,
11.00 – 12.30,
14.30 – 16.00,
16.30 – 18.00
Verpflegung: am Seminarort (mit Küche) oder im Restaurant.
Kinderbetreuung ist möglich
Im ganzen Erziehungs- und Sozialwesen stellt sich die Frage, wie eine freie und nachhaltige Zusammenarbeit zustande kommen kann, die von menschlicher Verbundenheit und Freude am Leben getragen ist. Eine Grundlage ist, dass die Erzieher dem anderen Menschen zugeneigt sind, ein grosses Interesse am anderen und allen Vorgängen in der Welt haben und sich gerne psychologisch immer weiter bilden wollen.
Man muss wissen, dass jeder Mensch darauf aus ist, Bedeutung zu haben und dazugehören zu können. Verweigert sich ein Kind, ist eine Jugendliche heftig, zieht sich ein Mädchen in ihr Zimmer zurück und ist nicht ansprechbar, verweigert sich ein Junge beim Lernen, lässt sich ein Jugendlicher immer wieder bitten und macht scheinbar nie mit, dann ist das erklärbar, wenn man neugierig sein kann. Es gibt immer eine nachvollziehbare und meist unbewusste Eigen-Logik. Lernen wir diese kennen, kommen wir emotional näher.
Alle Eltern und Erzieher machen es so gut sie können. Doch oft stehen sie zunächst vor einem Rätsel. Es braucht viel Wissen darüber, wie man den seelischen Haushalt, die Eigen-Logik und die unverstandenen Gefühlsüberzeugungen im Alltag erfassen kann.
An diesem Seminar erarbeiten wir uns, wie eine freie Kooperation in verschiedensten Situationen aussehen kann, die auf einem Verständnis von Fühlen, Denken und Verhalten aller Beteiligten beruht. Diese Zusammenarbeit gelingt, wenn die Jugend erleben kann, wie befriedigend es ist, das reale Leben mit all den Herausforderungen und Aufgaben forschend anzugehen. Wenn es gelingt, ein eigenständiges Leben mit anderen verbunden gestalten zu können, ist das gesamte Leben reichhaltig und spannend.
Sie können die Einladung sehr gerne an andere Interessierte weiterleiten.Wir freuen uns auf einen lehrreichen gemeinsamen Tag.
Es ist eine Reduktion der Kosten möglich
Mäng - transformational game
EXPERIENCE PHILOSOPHICAL SYNCRETISM, INNER ALCHEMY, AND GAME SPIRIT.
Try a live (private) session of **Mäng (offline in Zürich or online worldwide)**, a powerful self-exploration game that helps uncover hidden mental scripts and rewire the way you think, feel and act. It is a tool for a really **profound change** that follows the four stages of inner alchemy.
A modernized version of an ancient contemplative practice, reimagined as a transformational tool based on psychological insight, symbolic logic, and inner strategy, it is not therapy or coaching in the traditional sense. Instead, it’s an immersive deep-dive into the unconscious mind through metaphor and archetype with a game spirit.
💡 **How it works:**
Mäng is built on four stages of real, lasting change:
1. **Discovery** – Identify limiting beliefs and internal programs
2. **Uninstallation** – Let go of outdated patterns
3. **Design** – Create new mental strategies
4. **Integration** – Embed them into your deeper awareness
You’ll be guided through this process by the **Master of Mäng**, who offers structure, questions, and insight, while you remain the one making all decisions and discoveries.
🌿 **Who is this for?**
For everyone (regardless of beliefs, age, gender, etc.), but more than anyone - for those who didn't find answers or sufficient depth in pop coaching and psychology.
🕒 **Important:**
This is a deep game. A full session lasts **4 hours**. Time slots are defined individually. Contact me directly to get an appointment.
Price for newbies: 250 CHF
Russian through rock music (B1-B2 level)
Please contact me if you want to join the class.
Добрый день! This class is for learners with a level B1 or higher. We will learn Russian rock songs and do exercises and discussions based on them. We will use the book Russian rock and Russian Grammar.
We will meet one time per week.
Below is an information about the class.
Cost:
2 students 35 chf per hour, 3 or more student 25 chf per hour per person.
Class Length: 1 hour
Class structure:
• We read a text or a chapter from a book, discuss new words. We learn part of grammar and practice using it.
• After that we discuss the topic and answer the text follow-up questions.
• I also give homework tasks to make sentences with new words or do a grammar exercises.
• If we finish the exercises earlier, we play word games or have a free chat.
If you have questions send me a message or post it in comments.
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Unknown Number: The High School Catfish
A very unusual choice for his group... Unknown Number: High School Catfish is an American [true crime](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/True_crime "True crime") documentary film directed by [Skye Borgman](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skye_Borgman "Skye Borgman") and released to [streaming](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streaming_media "Streaming media") on [Netflix](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netflix "Netflix") on August 29, 2025.
The documentary explores the events and investigation into an unknown person [cyberbully](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyberbullying "Cyberbullying") and [harassing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harassment "Harassment") teenagers in [Beal City, Michigan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beal_City,_Michigan "Beal City, Michigan") using an unknown number via insults and sexual claims. It also explores the increasingly great impact of the harassment on the community, the eventual reveal of the culprit, and the trial that followed.
IMPORTANT INFO: I strongly suggest not reading anything about it online before seeing it. It's best viewed with no previous knowledge. This documentary contains crude terminology and deals with cyberbullying, which may be a trigger for some folks.
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE STARTING AT 6:30, WHICH IS THIRTY MINUTES EARLIER THAN USUAL.
Unfortunately, it is only available on Netflix. If you would like to attend but do not have Netflix, say so and maybe we can figure something out.
Agile Coaching Circle -- IN-PERSON
Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to:
* develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment
* share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other
* learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas
***NOTE:*** Pre-registration is required for this event. **Please arrive 10 minutes early** to check in at the security desk.
The Alliance All-Voices Chorus Open Rehearsal
The Alliance is part of the Greater Central Ohio Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We are an all-voices chorus dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for all those who love to sing, regardless of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation or musical background. The Alliance is the first and only all-voices barbershop chorus in Central Ohio.
**Who:** Anyone with a passion for singing at a high level. Previous barbershop chorus/quartet experience not required.
**When:** The Alliance rehearses weekly on Thursdays from 7pm-10pm.
**Where:** Lord Of Life Lutheran Church: 2480 W Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235
To become a full member of The Alliance, we welcome you to start by visiting us for a few rehearsals to experience the group and sing with us! Then, you may begin the 2-part audition process for membership: the assessement, and audition. We strive to make our auditions as stress-free as possible to help you let your best singing self shine.
Men's Group meetup
**The idea for this group is to build a community where men can gather together and build connections & learn and grow from each other.**
How we start each meeting is by each of us checking in with our "roses and thorns" aka what are the good things and the bad things going on in your life recently?
Then we will go into a topic discussion.
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**COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS**
\*\*THERE WILL BE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FOR NO-SHOWS. IF YOU RSVP TO A MEETING AND FAIL TO SHOW UP WITHOUT NOTICE, YOU'LL BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP. THIS IS TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE GROUP\*\*
1. Confidentiality - EVERYTHING that is shared NEVER leaves this space so that this space remains safe and sacred. There is a zero tolerance policy for this. If a man is in violation of this, they will be permanently removed from the group.
2. Non-Judgement - we respect and honor every man’s truth so that we may receive the same from others. While we may not agree on everything, we commit to respecting every man’s perspectives and engaging in honorable discussion with one another.
3. Be committed - honor your commitment to this group and to yourself. If you attend a meeting, please commit yourself fully to the meeting. Also be committed to your own journey. When we fail, we own it & clean it up.
4. Speak from the heart - this is NOT a space to “look good”, have the “right” answers, and have it all together. Relax and know you are not alone. Be exactly who you are within the safety of this space.
5. Be supportive - This means always willing to provide encouragement to your fellow men, encourage action and momentum in each other’s lives.. Be willing to challenge each other. Be willing to hold each other accountable.
6. Participation - what you receive from this community will be a reflection of what you put into it. Period. We ask that you share your perspectives, reflect on others, and give/receive support when and where it’s needed.
Old School Groove at the Beer Garden!
[Old School Groove](https://www.facebook.com/OldSchoolGrooveBand/) \- Vintage rock\, southern rock\, blues\, reggae\. Originals mixed with 60s & 70s classics\. Getcha groove on\!
**[Flint Station](https://www.theflintstation.com/)** is an old depot venue for drinks and live music. They usually have a **bbq food truck** on location. Feel free to bring your own takeout. I'll bring a basket of snacks. NO COVER
*They're planning for a beautiful summer evening performance in the beer garden. However, if the weather doesn't cooperate...they will be upstairs in the old-time dance hall. Either way...it's going to be a night to remember!!*
**PARKING**: either near the beer garden or across the street.
Investing & Personal Finance Meeting
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
IxDA Chat ‘n Pancakes
It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.



















