Small Business Technology

Join Women & Gender eXpansive Coders DC for brunch at Union Market! We will get a large picnic table outside the main Union Market building. Come for 30 minutes or for the whole time. Meet fellow tech women and nonbinary folx over a cup of coffee or a meal from one of Union Market's many tasty restaurants. Getting there: Union Market is a short walk from the NoMa-Gallaudet University metro (Red line). Parking is usually available in the lot in front of the market, or on the street, although street parking can fill up on busy weekends.

Join us on Saturday, April 25th for our 5th annual Volo Kids Classic DC Golf Tournament and help support an amazing cause! The tournament is a 4-person scramble and will take place at East Potomac Golf Course. Sign up as a free agent, form a team, or join an existing team. The range opens at 8am for breakfast and warm ups, and the tournament will be a shotgun start at 9am. **[REGISTER HERE](https://www.volosports.com/l/4a920e02-e378-4191-89ad-b3e17ac77ca0)** Your round includes: * Course & cart fees * Unlimited beverage cart 🍺🎉 * Food before & after the round * Volo Kids Swag * Customized scorecards * Chance to win awesome raffle items * Range balls - get there early to warm up! Proceeds from the tournament support the efforts of the [Volo Kids Foundation](https://volokids.org/). Volo Kids is on a mission to build communities of active, resilient, and confident kids by providing free and safe sports programs and removing barriers to entry such as money, transportation, gender and experience level. With your help, we hope to unlock the power of play for every kid, everywhere! Golf tournament sponsorship opportunities are available and are a great way to promote your business and further support the Volo Kids Foundation. Complete this [google form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyScGRl6ntFMZw52iBqj7UK8I9X5HeDqlnN7EQGYGSm9facA/viewform) to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. Visit the [Volo Kids Foundation](https://volokids.org/) website to learn more about this amazing cause, volunteer opportunities, and other ways you can further support.

Weekly Saturday group ride, starting at Handy Bikes Retail Showroom. Come ride with locals in the area! This group ride is for average folks who want to go for an average ride. It's not quite a coffee ride, but it's definitely not a race! Routes will vary around the area, with an average speed around 14 mph (minimum of \~10 MPH) for around 15-30 miles. We'll be on pavement so bikes with smooth tires are encouraged, **helmets are mandatory**. Open to any riders who are willing and able to ride with a group including Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes. No speed demons please! Good group ride etiquette is a requirement. Shop opens at 10:00 am Show up and sign in by 10:15 am Roll out 10:30 am Please RSVP in advance, so that the ride leaders can prepare for the group's size. [Handy Bikes on Strava](https://www.strava.com/clubs/737920/leaderboard) [Handy Bikes on RideWithGPS](https://ridewithgps.com/organizations/14675-handy-bikes)

For the first time, A11y-DMV is invited to come together in order to support Best Buddies International and folx with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) at the 2026 Best Buddies Friendship Walk! You can [register on your own](https://www.bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org/washdc/) or [support our team at this link](https://www.bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org/washdc/supporting/#a11ywithangela)! Please note, you do not have to attend in person to support. Every dollar counts toward envisioning a better world for everyone supported by Best Buddies. **\*\*Please note we will meet up at the Navy Federal Credit Union Tent, the corporate team with whom we are currently partnered.\*\*** \-\-\- **More About Best Buddies International:** # Mission Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). # Who We Serve Best Buddies serves individuals with IDD and their families. The IDD community includes, but is not limited to, people with Down syndrome, autism, Fragile X, Williams syndrome, and other undiagnosed disabilities. # Programs Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.

Serving our community by teaching financial literacy is paramount towards long term success. You will learn three main concepts towards building generational wealth. The five engines of revenu that will forever impact your. Lastly, be introduced a path to entrepreneurship that can transform your life and exceed expectations beyond your imagination Come and acquire this free education and walk out with a new drive! Dress code: Business Casual

Robots, rockets, chemistry, nature, environmental science, medicine, astronomy, math games, technology & so much more! ADMISSION & PARKING ARE FREE The Rockville Science Center invites you to bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun and discovery at the 34th annual Rockville Science Day. Our group, MoCo Makers, will be one of 120 exhibitors, and there are over 4000 visitors. Do you have a maker exhibit to show off? Share some table space with us - contact matt@mocomakers.com This year we will show off our scanning tunneling microscope, and some electronics projects - among other things!! Each year this free event features a variety of science and technology-related exhibits, activities, games and demos such as rocket-building (and launching), telescope viewing, all kinds of robots, backyard wildlife, ship models, microscopes, snakes, stream science, coding challenges, math puzzles, chemistry in action (flames, explosions & reactions), electric vehicle demos, quadcopters, archaeology mini-digs, 3D printing, brain games, and much more! Food will be available for purchase. Rain or shine! Montgomer College (Rockville) 51 Mannakee St, Rockville, MD 20850 More event details: https://www.rockvillesciencecenter.org/rockville-science-day

**☕ Code & Coffee \| Black Code Collective** Pull up, plug in, and enjoy some good company. Join us for a chill Sunday coworking session — bring your laptop and your current project (or no project at all). All skill levels welcome. **Free to attend. Coffee & treats provided. Just show up.** 📅 **Sunday, April 26** 🕙 **10:30 AM – 12:30 PM** 📍 **Falls Church, VA** Please note that we would be located on the 5th floor with the listed address below. 105 W Broad St, Suite #410 · Falls Church, VA 22046

Come the whole time or if you just spend 30 minutes. All are welcome. You are welcome and encouraged to bring your own coloring supplies but, if you don't have any, I will have plenty and am happy to share! (coloring books, colored pencils, and markers). Part of the mission of this group is to provide us an opportunity to check out AND SUPPORT local businesses. So, please don't bring any outside food/drinks and, while purchasing something isn't at all a REQUIREMENT to participate in the event, I do strongly encourage you to try something from the vendor :) I look forward to seeing and meeting you there! ***\*\*DISCLAIMER*\*\*** Photos may be taken during the event to be shared here on Meetup so feel free to let me know if you'd like to be excluded from them.

This class focuses on incremental movement accompanying rhythmic breathing while offering hands-on assistance to the student. **Please reserve your spot at www.piesfitnessyoga.com**. The session is offered both InStudio and OnLine. The Zoom link for the OnLine session will be emailed 15 minutes before class starts to those who are registered at www.piesfitnessyoga.com. **Sign up for sessions must be made at least 2 hours prior to class.**

Let's celebrate Brandon's birthday

Jobs are found via relationships more details coming At the end of this seminar/webinar, there will be a brief Christian story.-------------------IF YOU ARE NEW TO Career-Confidence.org and want to learn about us via our team, here are some videos that we have done. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to our channel and LIKE our videos. --- --Career-Confidence.org, Laura Hamilton and Robert Brandau both long-time recruiters give you an overview.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R20iMmWWsas](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R20iMmWWsas) --- * Doris McMillon of our Board of Directors[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNmOi9TsYGs&t=10s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNmOi9TsYGs&t=10s) --- --Bruce, Silvia, and Mary Beth talk about the impact of Career-Confidence.org on their job search.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYtFRWzhKLo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYtFRWzhKLo) --- --Kim DeWitt Succinctly Talks about our Team[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSHCEK11jD0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSHCEK11jD0) --- \-\-\-Cecilia and Nate – 2 of our Alumni give an overview of Career\-Confidence\.org\. perspective\.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNstYHVnfAA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNstYHVnfAA) --- --Sara's Experience with Career-Confidence.org - Surprise Ending – Pre-Covid[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEuKuvZyEYE&t=51s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEuKuvZyEYE&t=51s) --- * Kathi Galiano’s Article which Sara references. [ https://www.career-confidence.org/my-experience-with-career-confidence-org-by-kathi-gagliano/](%20https:/www.career-confidence.org/my-experience-with-career-confidence-org-by-kathi-gagliano/)

♠️ Last Saturday Spades in Silver Spring! ♠️ 🌟 In Downtown Silver Spring 🕕 6:00pm to 10:00pm 😀 **Posted in multiple groups. So, expect a nice crowd.** 🚗 Nearby Parking in Wayne Ave. Garage 🍷 Alcoholic beverages are available! Please support the business by purchasing food/drinks. ✅️ No partner needed! Get matched with a partner onsite. All skill levels are welcome. ❤️ Come hang out with a friendly and welcoming group. Meet new people and have a great time! 🌟 The fun starts at 6:00pm! RSVP today.

You have heard about AI. You know it can benefit your business. \- Can it save you time? \- Respond to customers faster? \- Allow you to take extra profits? Each meetup will break down 1-2 real example scenarios of how AI implementation can relieve stress or even push you further towards your goals. Free. No hype. Just discussing how AI can be implemented in your small business. Location will be around Gahanna. TBD

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!

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.

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

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!.