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St. Petersburg Online Speed Dating
**💖 St. Petersburg Online Speed Dating on Zoom**
Join from home and meet real St. Petersburg singles in guided one-on-one Zoom rounds. Matched by age and personality.
**Choose your age range to sign up:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Petersburg&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=18-32&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Petersburg&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=30-46&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Petersburg&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=40-58&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Petersburg&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=55+&face_v=3.0)
**⚠️ Your RSVP doesn't confirm a place.** Click your age group below, register, and take the personality quiz. Spots are limited.
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**How It Works**
1. **Register** – Pick your age group above and sign up.
2. **Take the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well.
3. **Join on Zoom** – Your host will guide you through every round.
4. **Get matches** – Mutual matches sent after the event.
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✨ Sign up, take the quiz, and meet St. Petersburg singles tonight. 💞 ✨
Port St. Lucie Random Play Dance for BTS Armys
**🎶 BTS Is Coming – Port St. Lucie K-Pop Random Dance Party!**
K-pop fans in Port St. Lucie, this one's for you. We'll put on the music, call random songs, and dance together. BTS tracks, K-pop bangers, all of it. Come ready to move.
**🔞 18+ only.** This is an adults-only event.
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🎶 **What to expect:**
- A chance to meet Port St. Lucie locals who love K-pop as much as you do
- Random play dance to BTS and K-pop hits
- Fan chants, singalongs, and pure concert energy
- Random song calls — jump in when you know the choreo
**Event Details**
- **Format:** In-person random play dance – Port St. Lucie fans only
- **Vibe:** Loud, fun, and full of Port St. Lucie K-pop fans
- **Age:** 18+ only
**How It Works**
1. **Show up** – RSVP and come ready to dance. 18+ only.
2. **The music starts** – We go random play dance format. Song called, fans jump in.
3. **Full BTS section** – We dedicate a proper block to BTS to get everyone hyped for the concert.
4. **Fan time** – Between rounds, meet fellow Port St. Lucie fans and share concert plans.
💡 **Tip:** Even if you don't know every move, come and vibe. The energy is the point.
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✨ See you on the dance floor, Port St. Lucie. 18+ only. 💃 ✨
Orlando Virtual Speed Dating
**💝 Orlando Virtual Speed Dating — Hosted on Zoom**
Online speed dating for Orlando locals — personality matched, hosted live on Zoom.
**Choose your age range to sign up:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Orlando&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=18-32&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Orlando&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=30-46&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Orlando&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=40-58&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Orlando&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=55+&face_v=3.0)
**⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below and complete the quiz. Capacity is limited.
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**How It Works**
1. **Register** – Pick your age group above and sign up.
2. **Take the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well.
3. **Join on Zoom** – Your host will guide you through every round.
4. **Get matches** – Mutual matches sent after the event.
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✨ Speed dating from home — easy, matched, and fun. 🥰 ✨
Franklin Park Conservatory / Columbus Brewing Company
**History**
The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood.
In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio.
A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization.
In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden.
Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community.
**Maps of the Conservatory**
Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below).
**Summary**
For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year.
Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now.
**Tickets and pricing**
On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20.
Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4.
Parking is always free.
If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000.
**Where we'll meet**
We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather.
**Your GPS is stupid!**
Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you.
The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road.
If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West.
You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive.
\* Don't really do this.
**After the event**
After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu).
The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event.
We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.
Hialeah K-Pop Random Play Dance – Concert Vibes
**⚡ BTS Is Coming – Hialeah K-Pop Random Dance Party!**
With BTS on their way, it's time to get the fan energy going in Hialeah. We'll put on the music, call random songs, and dance together. BTS tracks, K-pop bangers, all of it. Come ready to move.
**🔞 Adults only — 18+.** Please only RSVP if you are 18 or over.
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🎶 **What to expect:**
- All levels welcome — know the moves or just vibe along
- Fan chants, singalongs, and pure concert energy
- Random song calls — jump in when you know the choreo
- Celebration vibes ahead of the BTS concert
**Event Details**
- **Format:** In-person K-pop fan gathering with random dance
- **Vibe:** Loud, fun, and full of Hialeah K-pop fans
- **Age:** 18+ only
**How It Works**
1. **Come along** – RSVP below and show up on the day. 18+ only.
2. **Random play dance begins** – Music plays, a song gets called, fans who know it jump in.
3. **BTS set included** – We'll make sure the BTS catalogue gets plenty of play.
4. **Meet the fans** – Connect with Hialeah locals who love K-pop as much as you.
💡 **Tip:** Wear comfortable shoes — you'll be on your feet the whole time.
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✨ Random dance, BTS vibes, great people. What more do you need? 👑 ✨
Port St. Lucie Online Speed Dating
**🦋 Port St. Lucie Zoom Online Speed Dating**
Meet Port St. Lucie singles from home in short, hosted one-on-one rounds on Zoom. We match by age and personality.
**Register below for your age group:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Port%20St.%20Lucie&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=18-32&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Port%20St.%20Lucie&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=30-46&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Port%20St.%20Lucie&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=40-58&face_v=3.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=531.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Port%20St.%20Lucie&groupurlname=join-our-circle-of-serious-singles&ar=55+&face_v=3.0)
**⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** Register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited.
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**How It Works**
1. **Register** – Pick your age group above and sign up.
2. **Take the quiz** – Short personality quiz so we can match you well.
3. **Join on Zoom** – Your host will guide you through every round.
4. **Get matches** – Mutual matches sent after the event.
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✨ Real conversations, real matches — all from home. 🦋 ✨
🍕Pizza House 🍕
Who’s up for a pizza night at the highly requested Pizza House? 🍕🍻
Join us at for great pizza, good laughs, and even better company!
Come hungry and ready for a cheesy good time.
Smart Cities Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Miami Scale Your Social Life from Home
**💓 Online Speed Dating – Real Miami Locals, Live on Zoom**
Speed dating from home — connect with real Miami singles on Zoom. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Miami singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation.
**✅ RSVP here and we'll take care of the rest.** After you RSVP, the host will message you directly with the personality quiz and Zoom details. Spots are limited.
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🎯 **Perfect for:**
- Anyone who likes connecting online before meeting face-to-face
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds
- **Location:** From home – all you need is Wi-Fi and a webcam
- **Host:** Professional host keeping the evening smooth and relaxed
- **Vibe:** Great energy, real people, authentic conversation
**How It Works**
1. **RSVP below** – Click RSVP to reserve your place.
2. **The host will contact you** – After RSVP, you'll get a message with the personality quiz so we can pair you well.
3. **Answer the personality quiz** – Takes just a few minutes and makes the matching much better.
4. **Hop on Zoom** – You'll receive the Zoom link before the event. The host handles the rest.
5. **Chat & match** – Quick timed rounds with Miami singles, then mutual matches sent out after.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**What if I'm shy?**
The virtual setting and hosted rounds keep things comfortable for everyone.
**Is my info private?**
Absolutely. Contact details are only exchanged on mutual match.
**When will the host contact me?**
Usually within a day or two of your RSVP, well before the event.
**Do I need anything besides Zoom?**
Just Zoom, a webcam, and Wi-Fi. That's it.
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✨ Real people, real conversations — all from your home. RSVP to join us. 💓 ✨
Maximalist Gardening - Talk at Inniswood
Garden to the Max
Join the Inniswood Garden Society for their annual meeting and garden reception. Featured speaker, Teresa Woodard, will discuss maximalist gardening
Having a maximalist garden is a bold aesthetic choice—yet it also brings vitality back to the earth, in an abundant expression of more. Garden to the Max celebrates gardens across the US that embrace maximalism through joy and wonder, nonstop blooms, and abundant layers
06/07/2026
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Days: Sun
Inniswood Metro Gardens
940 S Hempstead Rd
Westerville, OH, 43081
(614)508-8111
Location Map: Innis House.
Sunday funday: let's play dodgeball at Scioto Audubon park
Dodgeball is back again!
If you’ve been wanting to come out, this is an easy one to join. We’ll be playing for about 1.5 to 2 hours, you do not need to bring any equipment, and no experience is needed.
We use a specific set of rules and equipment to make the games run better and keep them fun for everybody, not just people who already know how to play.
If it rains, the event will be canceled.
Jacksonville BTS Concert Hype Random Dance Meetup
**🎶 Jacksonville K-Pop Fan Meetup – Random Dance Party Before BTS!**
Before BTS hits the stage, let's hit the dance floor together in Jacksonville. We're getting together for a K-pop random dance party — think random play dance, BTS anthems, and a room full of people who know every move.
**🔞 This event is strictly 18+.**
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🎶 **What to expect:**
- Celebration vibes ahead of the BTS concert
- All levels welcome — know the moves or just vibe along
- Random play dance to BTS and K-pop hits
- A welcoming crowd of Jacksonville K-pop fans
- Random song calls — jump in when you know the choreo
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Live fan meetup with random play dance format
- **Vibe:** Pure K-pop joy — no judgement, just dancing
- **Age:** 18+ only
**How It Works**
1. **Show up** – RSVP and come ready to dance. 18+ only.
2. **Random play dance begins** – Music plays, a song gets called, fans who know it jump in.
3. **Full BTS section** – We dedicate a proper block to BTS to get everyone hyped for the concert.
4. **Hang and connect** – Chat with other Jacksonville K-pop fans between dance rounds.
💡 **Tip:** Brush up on your favourite BTS choreo beforehand. Butter, Dynamite, DNA — your call.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**Do I need to come with a group?**
Not at all. Most people come solo and meet others on the night.
**Is this really 18+?**
Yes — strictly 18+. Please only RSVP if you are 18 or over.
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✨ See you on the dance floor, Jacksonville. 18+ only. 🎤 ✨
Port St. Lucie Local Speed Dating on Zoom
**🥰 Online Speed Dating via Zoom – Connect with Port St. Lucie Singles Tonight!**
We pair you by personality and age so every conversation feels natural. It's simple: complete a short personality quiz, jump on Zoom, and meet Port St. Lucie singles in guided one-on-one rounds. Matches shared afterwards.
**✅ Grab your spot by RSVPing.** The host will send you a personality quiz and Zoom details directly after you RSVP. Don't leave it too late — places fill up.
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🎯 **Perfect for:**
- Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience
- Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings
- Singles in Port St. Lucie who want to meet people from home
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
- Anyone who likes connecting online before meeting face-to-face
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured
- **Location:** From home – all you need is Wi-Fi and a webcam
- **Host:** Professional host keeping the evening smooth and relaxed
- **Vibe:** Laid-back one-on-one chats with Port St. Lucie locals
- **Tech:** Zoom, webcam, and a stable connection
- **Duration:** Roughly 90 minutes
- **Matches:** Mutual matches sent out after the event
- **Rounds:** Multiple short one-on-one rounds
**How It Works**
1. **RSVP here** – Secure your spot on Meetup.
2. **Check your Meetup messages** – The host will reach out with a personality quiz to match you with compatible Port St. Lucie singles.
3. **Complete the quiz** – A quick personality quiz so we can find your best matches.
4. **Hop on Zoom** – You'll receive the Zoom link before the event. The host handles the rest.
5. **Chat & match** – Quick timed rounds with Port St. Lucie singles, then mutual matches sent out after.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**Do I need experience?**
Not at all. The host walks you through everything.
**How long are the chats?**
A few minutes each — just enough to get a sense of someone.
**Do I need anything besides Zoom?**
Just Zoom, a webcam, and Wi-Fi. That's it.
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✨ Real people, real conversations — all from your home. RSVP to join us. ❤️🔥 ✨
Orlando BTS Hype Dance Meetup – All Choreo
**👑 K-Pop Random Dance Party in Orlando – Let's Celebrate BTS!**
Before BTS hits the stage, let's hit the dance floor together in Orlando. Random play dance is simple: the music plays, someone calls the song, and fans who know the choreo jump in. It's chaotic, joyful, and the best way to celebrate BTS season.
**🔞 Adults only — 18+.** Please only RSVP if you are 18 or over.
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🎶 **What to expect:**
- Random play dance to BTS and K-pop hits
- A welcoming crowd of Orlando K-pop fans
- All levels welcome — know the moves or just vibe along
- Random song calls — jump in when you know the choreo
- Celebration vibes ahead of the BTS concert
- BTS concert hype with fellow fans
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Casual group dance session – BTS and K-pop hits
- **Vibe:** Pure K-pop joy — no judgement, just dancing
- **Age:** 18+ only
**How It Works**
1. **RSVP and arrive** – Just turn up ready to move. 18+ only.
2. **Random play dance begins** – Music plays, a song gets called, fans who know it jump in.
3. **Full BTS section** – We dedicate a proper block to BTS to get everyone hyped for the concert.
4. **Hang and connect** – Chat with other Orlando K-pop fans between dance rounds.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**What should I wear?**
Comfortable clothes you can move in. No dress code — just be ready to dance.
**Is this connected to the BTS concert?**
This is a fan-organised meetup to celebrate BTS season. Not affiliated with the official concert.
**Do I need to come with a group?**
Not at all. Most people come solo and meet others on the night.
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✨ The concert is coming. Let's start the hype now. 🫶 ✨
Tampa BTS Dance Party & Fan Social
**🔥 Tampa K-Pop Dance Meetup – Random Play Dance + BTS Hype!**
K-pop fans in Tampa, this one's for you. We'll put on the music, call random songs, and dance together. BTS tracks, K-pop bangers, all of it. Come ready to move.
**🔞 Adults only — 18+.** Please only RSVP if you are 18 or over.
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🎶 **What to expect:**
- A welcoming crowd of Tampa K-pop fans
- Fan chants, singalongs, and pure concert energy
- A chance to meet Tampa locals who love K-pop as much as you do
- BTS concert hype with fellow fans
- Random song calls — jump in when you know the choreo
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Live fan meetup with random play dance format
- **Vibe:** High energy, fan-fuelled, and a lot of fun
- **Age:** 18+ only
**How It Works**
1. **Come along** – RSVP below and show up on the day. 18+ only.
2. **Random play dance begins** – Music plays, a song gets called, fans who know it jump in.
3. **Full BTS section** – We dedicate a proper block to BTS to get everyone hyped for the concert.
4. **Hang and connect** – Chat with other Tampa K-pop fans between dance rounds.
💡 **Tip:** Wear comfortable shoes — you'll be on your feet the whole time.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**What music will be played?**
K-pop hits with a big BTS focus. Expect fan favourites across eras.
**Is this really 18+?**
Yes — strictly 18+. Please only RSVP if you are 18 or over.
**What should I wear?**
Comfortable clothes you can move in. No dress code — just be ready to dance.
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✨ Come for the dancing, stay for the BTS energy. 💜 ✨
Smart Cities Events Near You
Connect with your local Smart Cities community
Battle of the personal agents
Join the Columbus AI community for a special event.
**Battle of the Personal Agents** is your chance to see what people are actually building with AI agents and personal automation systems. Whether you’re running OpenClaw, Hermes, or a completely custom solution, bring your agent and show the community how it works.
We’re interested in real-world implementations: the problems your agent solves, how you use it day-to-day, how it’s hosted and managed, how you built it, and why you’ve chosen to keep using it. Live demonstrations are encouraged, so be prepared to show your code, architecture, workflows, and your agent performing real tasks.
This is less about polished presentations and more about sharing practical experience, comparing approaches, and learning from one another. If you’d like to present, please contact Chris Slee (via meetup) before the event so we can allocate enough time for everyone’s demonstrations.
Come ready to show what you’ve built, discover what others are doing, and maybe find a few ideas worth taking home.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.linkedin.com/company/transformlabs/)
Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/transformlabshq)
Latin City Wednesday - Cuban Salsa Lesson
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The Biggest Salsa Night to hit your mid-week is happening at Latin City Wednesdays. Get the feel of the Latin Beat as your hips and feet groove the right way.
Viva Dance Columbus (2809 Festival Lane Dublin, OH 43017)
830pm-930pm Cuban Salsa Lessons
930pm-Midnight Open Latin Dance Party
15 With Lesson
10 Just Open Dance
Free Parking, No Need to Bring a dance partner, No Sandals Please and Plenty of Space to Move Around.
June 2026 AWS Columbus - Topic to be announced
Topic to be announced.
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**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
Claude Code with Unity
A session on using Claude Code, Anthropic's AI coding agent, in real Unity development. We'll cover what coding agents are, where Claude Code fits, and how to apply it to an actual game project.
The format is presentation-style, with live demos and time for questions throughout. After brief scene-setting on coding agents and what makes Claude Code distinct, we'll go problem-driven: demoing it live on a released Unity game and introducing each feature as a solution to a problem we hit.
What to Expect:
* An intro to coding agents and where Claude Code fits
* A live demo on a real Unity project
* Key features as solutions to real problems: 𝖢𝖫𝖠𝖴𝖣𝖤.𝗆𝖽, context management, hooks, skills, subagents, and MCP
* Unity-specific pain points, including Domain Reload and MCP caveats
* Putting it together
All experience levels welcome. Food and drinks provided.
*Note: meetup topics may change — check back for the latest details.*
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.
Raising Conscious Kids – A Unity Family Experience
At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment.
Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.
QA or The Highway 2026
QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry.
This is a ticketed event please register here:
https://www.qaorthehwy.com/
Featured Keynote Speakers:
**Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Master’s of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\.
**Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.






























