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Learn how to Speak with Confidence in a Toastmasters Business Club Slovenia
Welcome to Toastmasters Business Club Slovenia, a **safe and friendly** place where you can practice your speaking skills and develop leadership skills essential for success in business and career.
**What to Expect at Our Meeting**
Our meetings are conducted in **English** and follow a dynamic and engaging structure:
1️⃣ Prepared Speeches – Members deliver speeches on any topic they choose.
2️⃣ Impromptu Speaking (Table Topics) – A fun, short-form speaking challenge. New guests are welcome to try it out or simply observe.
3️⃣ Evaluations & Feedback – Speakers receive supportive and helpful feedback to grow.
**Optional bonus sessions:**
4️⃣ Ideas to Practice – Mini workshops or demo presentations by members.
5️⃣ Member for Member – A “pitch-style” segment where members (and occasionally guests) can present their ideas, businesses, or projects. Interested in presenting your idea to us? Email us in advance at [info@tmbusiness.si.](http://info@tmbusiness.si./)
**📍 Location & Time**
We meet twice a month, every 1st and 3rd Monday, at:
Socialna akademija, Tržaška 132, Ljubljana
🕖 Please arrive by 18:20 so we can get to know you a bit.
*How to find us:* Go to the second floor, turn left, and you'll find us at the end of the hallway or watch instructions [here](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/dDnVb0BNnpA).
Can’t make it in person? Join us on Zoom: [https://bit.ly/ToastmastersZoom](https://bit.ly/ToastmastersZoom)
*Come visit us a few times to see if we’re the right fit for you. Everyone is welcome.*
As our motto is "*You win, when you act*", let your voice be heard.
See you soon!
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44. Bitcoin Ljubljana meetup - January 21st 2026
**VEXL: Peer-to-Peer Bitcoin Trading brez KYC**
Ta mesec bomo imeli v **Sredo**, **21.1.2026 ob 19h v kavarni Sputnik** srečanje z Graftonom Clarkom iz projekta Vexl, ki se nam bo pridružil preko konferenčnega klica.
Poglobil se bo v svet **peer-to-peer Bitcoin trgovanja** in kako pomembna je zasebnost pri uporabi Bitcoina. Grafton bo pojasnil, zakaj je trgovanje brez KYC (poznavanja stranke) ključnega pomena za ohranjanje finančne suverenosti in kako vam **Vexl** omogoča, da kupujete in prodajate Bitcoin neposredno z drugimi (znanimi in zaupanja vrednimi) ljudmi – brez bank, brez menjalnic in brez dovoljenja tretjih oseb.
Poleg osnov delovanja Vexla bo Grafton nadaljeval razpravo o gradnji pravih Bitcoin krožnih ekonomij kjer Bitcoin deluje kot elektronska gotovina kot je bil prvotno zamišljen. Ne glede na to, ali ste izkušen Bitcoiner ali začetnik, ki vas zanima zasebnost in finančna neodvisnost, boste izvedeli kako pomembno je prevzeti nadzor nad lastnimi finančnimi transakcijami. Ta meetup obljublja praktične vpoglede in zanimivo razpravo o zasebnosti, suverenosti in pravi uporabi Bitcoina.
Zanimivo bo.
**Kdo je Grafton:** Grafton Clark je vodja razvoja pri Vexlu, neprofitnem projektu, ki je namenjen temu, da bi bilo peer-to-peer Bitcoin trgovanje dostopno vsakomur. Z veliko strastjo do zasebnosti, finančne suverenosti in gradnje pravih Bitcoin krožnih ekonomij je Grafton velik zagovornik uporabe Bitcoina brez KYC v širši skupnosti. Prek Vexla ljudi uči, da za uporabo Bitcoina – kot peer-to-peer elektronske gotovine – ne potrebujete nobenih dovoljenj bank ali menjalnic. Ko ne razvija orodij za finančno neodvisnost, Grafton deli svoje znanje, da bi navdihnil druge, da Bitcoin uporabljajo tako kot je bil prvotno zamišljen.
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Grafton Clark nam bo v **Sredo, 21.1.2026 ob 19h v kavarni Sputnik** predstavil Vexl, zakaj je pomemben in kako ga uporabljamo. Seveda bo po predstavitvi potekal Q/A, kjer boste lahko vprašali vse kar vas zanima.
Predstavitev bo vključevala angleške diapozitive, potekala pa bo v angleščini. Grafton se nam bo pridružil v živo preko konferenčnega klica.
Predavanje je namenjeno vsem, ne glede na predznanje. Ni vstopnine, vendar se prosimo prijavite, saj je število mest omejeno!
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Če nas želite podpreti in omogočiti prihodnje dogodke na temo Bitcoina, lahko donirate [tukaj](https://bitcoin.si/donacije/) prav tako se lahko včlanite v društvo in z članarino podprete naša prizadevanja.
Več o bitcoinu si lahko preberete tudi na [BITCOIN.SI](https://bitcoin.si/) ali slovenskem delu [EUROPEAN BITCOINERS](https://europeanbitcoiners.com/tag/slov/).
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# VEXL: Peer-to-Peer Bitcoin Trading without KYC
This month we will have a meetup on **Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 at 7 PM** at Café Sputnik with **Grafton Clark** from the **Vexl** project, who will join us via conference call.
He will dive into the world of peer-to-peer Bitcoin trading and how important privacy is when using Bitcoin. Grafton will explain why trading without KYC (Know Your Customer) is crucial for maintaining financial sovereignty and how **Vexl** enables you to buy and sell Bitcoin directly with other (known and trusted) people – without banks, without exchanges, and without permission from third parties.
Beyond the basics of how Vexl works, Grafton will continue the discussion about building real Bitcoin circular economies where Bitcoin functions as electronic cash as it was originally intended. Whether you're an experienced Bitcoiner or a beginner interested in privacy and financial independence, you'll learn how important it is to take control of your own financial transactions. This meetup promises practical insights and an engaging discussion about privacy, sovereignty, and the true use of Bitcoin.
It will be interesting.
**Who is Grafton:** Grafton Clark is the Head of Growth at Vexl, a nonprofit project dedicated to making peer-to-peer Bitcoin trading accessible to everyone. With a passion for privacy, financial sovereignty, and building real Bitcoin circular economies, Grafton is a strong advocate for non-KYC Bitcoin use in the broader community. Through Vexl, he teaches people that to use Bitcoin – as peer-to-peer electronic cash – you don't need any permission from banks or exchanges. When he's not developing tools for financial independence, Grafton shares his knowledge to inspire others to use Bitcoin the way it was originally intended.
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Grafton Clark will present Vexl to us on **Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 at 7 PM at Café Sputnik**, explaining why it's important and how we use it. Of course, there will be a Q&A session after the presentation where you can ask anything you're interested in.
The presentation will include English slides and will be conducted in English. Grafton will join us live via conference call.
The talk is intended for everyone, regardless of prior knowledge. There is no entry fee, but please register as seating is limited!
See you on **Wednesday**, **21.1.2026, at 7:00 PM** at Kavarna Sputnik. The meetup will last approximately 1 hour, followed by a social gathering in the café.
**Please RSVP to the event as the number of spots is limited!**
If you want to support us and enable future Bitcoin Ljubljana events you donate [here](https://checkout.opennode.com/p/833f254c-66b3-4282-9a17-f14132efe612).
If you want to know more, you can read our blog on [BITCOIN.SI](https://bitcoin.si/) or on Slo section [EUROPEAN BITCOINERS](https://europeanbitcoiners.com/tag/slov/).
Rapid Prototyping for Product Teams: Turning Ideas into Impact with Vibe Coding
Speed is the new moat. Today’s best product teams move from idea to insight faster than ever—often by challenging traditional, slow-moving processes. But how can you, as a product manager, prototype, validate, and align your team in record time? With the advent of LLM-powered product development tools, what used to be impossible is now a necessity.
Join us for an energetic, hands-on workshop with **Jens Rieskamp from SAP LeanIX**, where you won’t just watch—you’ll participate!
* **Insights and Best Practices:** Discover proven ways to use Vibe Coding and Lovable.dev for rapid prototyping, greater alignment, and smarter iteration in product teams.
* **Live Interactive Prototyping:** See the process unfold in real time as we turn a product idea into an interactive prototype together—shaped by your questions and suggestions.
* **Community Discussion:** There will be plenty of opportunities to share your experiences, ask questions, and connect with other attendees who believe in building better products, faster.
**This event is supported by [Lovable.dev](http://Lovable.dev)**, who are enabling participants to get hands-on experience with LLM-powered prototyping. If you’d like to receive the credits, you can **send us your email address via Meetup messages by January 18**. Sharing your email is completely optional and will be used **only** for providing access to Lovable credits and related follow-up. Additionally, photos of the event may be shared with Lovable.
Bring your curiosity, questions, and stories! Whether you’re a PM, UX designer, or just passionate about faster and smarter product building, you’ll leave with practical tools and fresh inspiration.
**Stick around after the session for open discussion and networking with your peers!**
🕺💃 Social Dancing Basics — 4 Weeks to Dancefloor Confidence
🕺💃 Social Dancing Basics — 4 Weeks to Dancefloor Confidence
Beginner Dance Course
👉 Register your interest via Google Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoiCWnf4VxrzYBkUkthd-hieU4_QEViP_UFV5j8oLnDgAKYA/viewform?usp=publish-editor
💬 Join our Dance WhatsApp group here:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/BDzfpT03OqdLFCfbK4BIPn
(We’ll use the group for updates, questions, and coordination.)
Ever felt stuck standing by the bar while others dance?
We’re launching a beginner-friendly social dancing course focused on confidence, connection, and actually enjoying dancing at social events.
This is not about memorizing endless choreographies.
It’s about learning how to move naturally, feel the music, and dance comfortably with anyone.
🔥 The idea
We start with a 1-month test run (4 weeks).
If it works well and there’s interest, we expand it into a full 3-month course.
🧠 What you’ll learn
Social dancing fundamentals that work across styles
How to lead & follow naturally
How to improvise instead of memorizing steps
How a small set of basics unlocks many variations
Over the full 3 months, you’ll be introduced to 12 popular social dances, including:
Waltz (English & Viennese), Tango, Slowfox, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Samba, Jive, Disco, Bachata & Salsa.
🗓 Practical info (test month)
📅 Start: Sunday, 25 January 2026
🕖 Time: Sundays at 20:00
⏱ Duration: 75 minutes per class
📆 Frequency: Once per week
💶 Price: €60 per person / month
(includes 4 × 75-minute classes)
Open to singles & couples — no partner required.
🌍 Who is this for?
Beginners who want to feel confident on the dance floor
People who want a fun weekly social ritual
Anyone tired of standing on the side at parties or weddings
Internationals & locals who want to connect through movement
✨ No prior dance experience needed.
📩 Interested?
👉 Sign up via the Google Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoiCWnf4VxrzYBkUkthd-hieU4_QEViP_UFV5j8oLnDgAKYA/viewform?usp=publish-editor
💬 Dance WhatsApp group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/BDzfpT03OqdLFCfbK4BIPn
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🕺💃 Osnove družabnega plesa — 4 tedni do samozavesti na plesišču
Začetni plesni tečaj
👉 Prijava interesa preko Google obrazca:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoiCWnf4VxrzYBkUkthd-hieU4_QEViP_UFV5j8oLnDgAKYA/viewform?usp=publish-editor
💬 Pridruži se naši plesni WhatsApp skupini:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/BDzfpT03OqdLFCfbK4BIPn
(skupina bo namenjena vprašanjem, obvestilom in koordinaciji)
Se ti je že kdaj zgodilo, da si na zabavi ali dogodku stal/-a ob strani, medtem ko so drugi plesali?
Zaganjamo začetni družabni plesni tečaj, osredotočen na samozavest, povezovanje in uživanje v plesu na družabnih dogodkih.
To ni tečaj učenja zapletenih koreografij.
Gre za to, da se naučiš naravno gibati, začutiti glasbo in samozavestno plesati z vsakomer.
🔥 Ideja
Začnemo z 1-mesečnim testnim obdobjem (4 tedni).
Če se izkaže in bo zanimanje, tečaj razširimo v polni 3-mesečni program.
🧠 Kaj se boš naučil/-a?
Osnove družabnega plesa, ki delujejo pri različnih stilih
Kako naravno voditi in slediti
Kako improvizirati namesto učenja korakov na pamet
Kako z majhnim naborom osnov ustvariš veliko različnih variacij
V 3 mesecih bomo spoznali 12 najbolj pogostih družabnih plesov, med drugim:
angleški in dunajski valček, tango, slowfox, foxtrot, rumba, cha-cha, samba, jive, disco, bachata in salsa.
🗓 Praktične informacije (testni mesec)
📅 Začetek: nedelja, 25. januar 2026
🕖 Termin: vsako nedeljo ob 20:00
⏱ Trajanje: 75 minut na uro
📆 Pogostost: 1× tedensko
💶 Cena: 60 € na osebo / mesec
(vključuje 4 × 75-minutne ure)
Tečaj je odprt za posameznike in pare — partner ni potreben.
🌍 Komu je tečaj namenjen?
Začetnikom, ki želijo samozavest na plesišču
Vsem, ki si želijo zabavne tedenske rutine
Tistim, ki ne želijo več stati ob strani na zabavah ali porokah
Tujcem in domačinom, ki se želijo povezati skozi gibanje
✨ Predhodno plesno znanje ni potrebno.
📩 Zanima te?
👉 Prijava preko Google obrazca:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoiCWnf4VxrzYBkUkthd-hieU4_QEViP_UFV5j8oLnDgAKYA/viewform?usp=publish-editor
💬 Plesna WhatsApp skupina:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/BDzfpT03OqdLFCfbK4BIPn
✨ Flexibility & Mobility Classes ✨
✨ Flexibility & Mobility Classes ✨
Tired of feeling stiff, tight, or disconnected from your body?
This is not just stretching.
It’s active flexibility, joint mobility, and strength in end ranges — practical work you can use in daily life, sports, gym training, dance, and injury prevention.
👉 Sign up via the Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7CHUoE1XTxfwpfe9h2ovVinV-XSBVOVHgCKzrYEXalL-T0Q/viewform?usp=dialog
👉 Join the Flexibility WhatsApp group for updates, reminders, and community communication: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LY0jzJwR8TnJKDJpoKuTXd
🔑 We’ll Focus On:
✅ Active flexibility (not just passive stretching)
✅ Joint mobility & strength in deep ranges
✅ Releasing chronic tension (hello, shoulders & hips!)
✅ Practical tools you can use daily — even outside class
💪 After 5 Weeks, You’ll:
Move with more ease and freedom
Stand taller, breathe deeper, feel lighter
Have less stiffness after sitting or training
Gain body awareness that transfers to sports, dance, or daily life
📅 Details
Start: Thursday, 22 January
Time: 17:00
Duration: 75 minutes
Location: BastArts Studio, Ob železnici 14, Ljubljana
Group size: small & cozy (limited spots)
💰 Pricing
5-class pack: 67 €
Drop-in: 16 € (deducted if you continue)
📲 How to join
👉 Sign up via the Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7CHUoE1XTxfwpfe9h2ovVinV-XSBVOVHgCKzrYEXalL-T0Q/viewform?usp=dialog
👉 Join the Flexibility WhatsApp group for updates, reminders, and community communication: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LY0jzJwR8TnJKDJpoKuTXd
You can come alone — this is a friendly, international group.
Founders Running Club :: Ljubljana
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 45+ cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
**Stay updated**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
From Zero to Hero: Alpine Ski Training at Krvavec! ⛷️🏔️
From Zero to Hero: Alpine Ski Training at Krvavec! ⛷️🏔️
Ready to swap the city for the slopes? Whether you’ve never touched a ski or you’re looking to perfect your carving technique, we’re launching a dedicated ski program led by pro instructor Marianna!
The Goal: Master the basics (or level up) over 4 weekends in January, then join the community for an epic final ski trip to a major mountain resort! 🚠
🗓️ Every Sunday @ 10:00 📍 Location: Krvavec Ski Resort 🚗 Logistics: Carpooling available! Marianna can pick up a few people from Ljubljana (9:00 AM, 10e for transfer). Check the group chat to coordinate rides: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E8XvAXKIyA0GZSQ2uMr9KV
💰 Training Options:
Monthly Subscription (Best Value!): €110 (4 x 2hr lessons)
Drop-in Group Lesson: €40 (2hrs)
Intensive Day: €65 (5hrs total: 2h training / 1h break / 2h training)
Private Lessons: From €70 (2hrs) to €100 (5hrs)
Note: Ski pass and equipment rental are not included.
Ready to join? We need to know your level to organize the groups. 👉 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfn23NgMoggJ7UDXAOvkg9Y4-FyUvK-6GUAsEWiSYtZ_1M75g/viewform?usp=dialog
⛸️ Ljubljana International Goes Ice Skating ⛸️
⛸️ Ljubljana International Goes Ice Skating ⛸️
Let’s do something fun, social, and very wintery ❄️
We’re going ice skating together — no pressure, no skills needed, just good vibes and people.
📍 Plan
🕖 19:00 — Meet at Pub Loo-Blah-Nah Center
Grab a drink, meet everyone, warm up socially
🕢 \~19:45 — Walk together to the ice rink next door
⛸️ Ice skating session
🍻 After skating — Back to Loo-Blah-Nah Center for another round of drink & chats
📅 When
Thursday, 22nd of January
💰 Ice rink prices
Ticket without skate rental: 4,00 €
Ticket with skate rental: 6,00 €
👥 Who is this for?
You can come alone or with friends
Beginners & “haven’t skated in years” welcome
International & local crowd
Social, relaxed, fun energy
👉 Join us, move a bit, laugh a bit, and make winter memories together.
Join the event WhatsApp Group chat here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KB3YaX1GuqY4eYcYUh3TpK
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Evolutions of AI-Enabled Software Development with Sean Hoar
HYBRID EVENT, VIRTUAL SPEAKER
In this talk, Sean Hoar will explore the transformative journey of AI’s role in modern software engineering, from rapid prototyping (“Vibe Coding”) to strategic AI integration by skilled practitioners. It clarifies the distinctions between AI-assisted, AI-enabled, and practitioner-led approaches, offering insights into how developers can effectively adapt to and harness AI tools. The presentation also highlights recent advancements and practical strategies for leveraging AI in daily workflows and long-term development.
Kali and FMA training at OSMA in Herndon, VA ⚔️
Learn Kali at OSMA in Herndon, VA: a beginner-friendly Filipino Martial Arts (FMA) class that builds coordination, timing, and confidence. 🔥
Experience FMA training through **partner drills**, **movement flow**, and **practical self-defense applications**.
In this session you’ll:
* Train classic **FMA weapon systems** such as **rattan sticks**, **training knives**, and **empty-hand applications** of Kali and Arnis.
* Develop **coordination**, **timing**, **range awareness** and **reflexes** through **practical drills** drawn from Filipino Martial Arts traditions.
* Improve your **conditioning**, **speed**, and **agility**: FMA’s weapon-based flow patterns and hand-to-hand transitions push both **mind** and **body**.
Join a supportive community of martial arts enthusiasts in [Northern Virginia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northern_Virginia) \-\- whether you're new to weapons training or experienced\, this class is designed to **challenge** and **reward**.
This class is **open to all levels** and emphasizes **safety**, **precision**, and **continuous learning**.
Whether you’re looking to explore **Filipino Martial Arts** (FMA) for **[self-defense](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-defense)**, **coordination training**, **weapons fluency**, or simply finding a **unique**, **dynamic workout** in [Herndon, VA](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herndon,_Virginia) -- *this is your class*.
👉 Come build real **skills**, boost **conditioning**, and ***train with great people*** \-\- j**oin us today and explore the flow and discipline of [Filipino Martial Arts](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filipino_martial_arts)!**
The **drop-in fee** for non-members is **$20**, **payable on-site**.
We are located in **Suite #130** — let us know when you arrive and we’ll take care of the rest.
How to Pick a Market and Analyze Properties
**What makes one market a goldmine and another a money pit?**
Success in real estate starts long before you make an offer. Choosing the right market and knowing how to analyze a deal are what separate confident investors from expensive mistakes.
At this month’s meeting, we’ll talk about how to evaluate markets, spot demand drivers, and understand local fundamentals.
We’ll also walk through how to analyze properties, run the numbers, and determine whether a deal actually makes sense before you move forward.
Come for the training, stay for the networking!
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**Did you miss it?**
[Watch all GRID Reston event playback on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOTh5kxLLJI1G3VH6Pqhlhu0uTA8yrdpi)
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**Join the GRID Facebook Community**
[Join the online GRID community here](https://www.facebook.com/groups/gridinvestor) to post deals, ask questions, and connect with other investors across the globe.
Introduction to Self-Defense Class at OSMA in Herndon, VA 🥋
Learn practical self-defense skills in Herndon, VA using Gracie Combatives, with beginner-friendly instruction focused on real-world positions and submissions.
**Drop-in fee** for non-members is **$20** and can be **paid on-site**.
This class is designed for **adults** who want a clear, structured introduction to self-defense through [Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazilian_jiu-jitsu) (BJJ).
Training emphasizes foundational [Gracie Combatives](https://www.gracieuniversity.com/pages/public/information?enc=k2dks7HD7VuvFKqRuBqu3g%3d%3d) concepts, including **positional control**, **escapes**, and **high-percentage submissions**.
*No prior experience is required.*
Instruction is paced for **beginners**, with an emphasis on **safety**, **understanding**, and building **confidence** on the mat.
Classes run **Tuesdays** and **Thursdays** from **6:00–7:00 PM** at [OSMA](https://www.virginiabjj.com/programs/bjj) in [Herndon, VA](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herndon,_Virginia) serving students from nearby [Reston](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reston,_Virginia) and surrounding [Northern Virginia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northern_Virginia) areas.
Come ready to **learn**, **move**, and **train** in a supportive environment.
How to Invest in Short Term Rentals: Vacation Rentals + AirBnbs
**Short-term rentals, like Airbnb and VRBO, can be a great way to make vastly more money than with traditional, long-term rentals.**
BUT there are some critical differences that you NEED to know to be successful—this ain't no "set it and forget it" business.
This event will cover the markets, property types, and systems you'll need to master to make this segment work.
Come for the training, stay for the networking!
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**Did you miss it?**
[Watch all GRID Reston event playback on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOTh5kxLLJI1G3VH6Pqhlhu0uTA8yrdpi)
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**Join the GRID Facebook Community**
[Join the online GRID community here](https://www.facebook.com/groups/gridinvestor) to post deals, ask questions, and connect with other investors across the globe.
Free Open Stitch Sessions at Artistic Artifacts
Artistic Artifacts hosts **Open Stitch sessions on the first and third Thursday evenings** from 5:30 - 7:30 pm — January has a fifth Thursday (and the first Thursday was a holiday) so join us again! This is a drop-in, bring your own hand stitching project and the necessary supplies (or you can knit, crochet... whatever needle arts you like). There’s no fee to attend, no instruction nor agenda — just a time to spend with other creatives!
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Build a Large Language Model from Scratch
Join us for another session of our study group as we dive into the fascinating world of Large Language Models (LLMs) using the book **Build a Large Language Model from Scratch** from Manning. In this session, we will finish **Chapter 7: Fine-tuning to follow instructions**. In the last session, we talked about how to prepare the dataset for instruction fine-tuning and in this session we will perform the fine-tuning and evaluate the model afterwards.
This isn't just a lecture! Come ready to ask questions, share insights, and code along. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this is the perfect opportunity to build a strong foundation together. If you plan to work with the code on your own laptop during the session, try and set-up the environment ahead of time (https://github.com/rasbt/LLMs-from-scratch/tree/main/setup).
We will be meeting at the North County Governmental Center this time that is across from the Reston public library.






















