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đ The Founders Board â Startup Clinic đ
**What this is**
A high-trust table for builders. Share one concrete challenge, trade smart feedback, celebrate wins, and leave with 2â3 next steps plus a couple of new allies.
**Where**
Motel One Zurich, bar area. Head to the bar and ask for Financial Network Zurich.
**When**
Mondays, 19:00 to 22:00
19:00 arrivals and hellos
19:30 open 10 min hot seats for founders and feedback (max 5)
20:30 open networking until 22:00
**How we roll**
Discreet, high-signal conversation. No pitch theater. No flexing. Just real problems and practical help.
**Bring**
Your priority of the week, a clear ask, and a positive mindset.
**Food and drinks**
Order food and drinks with the waitresses whenever you like.
**LINKS**
Community Ownerâs Direct (All Infos & Questions): Alessandro +41 76 279 32 84
WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DCSSmdHj7xr6F39ZAAWubX
Financial Network Zurich: https://www.meetup.com/entrepreneurs-focus-and-network-workshop/
Founderâs Links (Alessandro): https://linktr.ee/alessandronfthyme
Yoga & Small-Group Networking
**Yoga. Pause & Connect** is a welcoming evening in Zurich for people who enjoy an active and **mindful lifestyle** and value **meaningful connections**.
We begin with a **Hatha Yoga** practice designed to help you recharge, release tension, and clear your mind after the day.
Afterwards, stay for **relaxed networking time** â an opportunity to meet like-minded people and build genuine connections in a comfortable small-group setting.
Networking takes place in the cozy chill area, where you can sit, unwind, and enjoy hot beverages or non-alcoholic drinks.
đ **Location:** ANNTIN Wellbeing Studio https://maps.app.goo.gl/NpvNASsiANp6w7128
đ **Date:** Monday, 11th May 2026
â° **Time:** 18:00 â 19:00 Yoga; 19:00 - 20:00 Networking
đ° **Cost:** 29 CHF (Yoga session - open level, beginners welcome).
Spots limited to 16 participants â please reserve your spot with payment **TWINT +41 791977702**. Please sign up only if you are certain you will attend â no refunds policy.
You are welcome to join **both parts of the evening**, but itâs also perfectly fine to come **only for the yoga practice or only for the networking part**.
To stay up to date join the WhatsApp group đż [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjcN8KKelJ7L5kNT40j6vT](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjcN8KKelJ7L5kNT40j6vT)
CHANGE Conference: AI+Humans
### ***If AI reinvents work â how do we ensure people are not left behind?***
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how organisations recruit, structure work, and develop talent. The future of work will not be defined by AI alone, but by how effectively organisations align technological innovation with human capability, responsibility, and opportunity.
The Zurich edition of **CHANGE**, Bevel ONâs social sustainability platform, brings together leaders from business transformation, human resources, consulting, technology, and sustainability to examine how organisations can navigate this transition responsibly and strategically.
At the same time, the event will address a critical social sustainability challenge: how to ensure that technological progress expands opportunity rather than widening inequality. Companies that successfully combine AI adoption with inclusive talent strategies, continuous learning, and human-centred leadership will be best positioned to build resilient organisations and trusted brands.
## **Agenda Overview**
**Location:** [Marriott Zurich Hotel](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/zrhdt-zurich-marriott-hotel/overview/)
**16:30 â Doors Open**
**17:00 â 17:15 â Welcome Speech**
**17:15 â 18:00 â Panel 1: Workplace Transformation**
**Human-Centred AI as a Leadership Responsibility**
This panel explores how AI is reshaping organisational structures and leadership accountability, focusing on how companies measure impact beyond efficiency and integrate the human dimension into AI-driven transformation, including ESG alignment, governance, and reskilling responsibility. Topics include: integrating AI into sustainability frameworks, future of roles and skills, organizational responsibility for learning & development in AI.
**Speakers:**
* [Liza Engel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/liza-engel-lambert/), Chief Sustainability Officer, Deloitte
* [Antonio Calco Labruzzo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoniocalcolabruzzo/), SVP People & Culture Arcera GenMed
* â[Dave Drodge](https://www.linkedin.com/in/davedrodge/), Group Lead Digital Transformation, Roche
Moderator: [Dr Tanja Collavo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanja-collavo/), Senior Programme Manager, Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
**18:00 â 18:15 â Break**
**18:15 â 19:15 â Panel 2: Workforce Reinvention**
**Employment Opportunities in an AI-driven World**
This panel focuses on how organisations can support workforce adaptation in the age of AI, addressing AI-driven recruitment, emerging vs. disappearing roles, bias and inequality in AI systems, and how businesses can use AI to augment human potential rather than replace it. Topics include: augmented work, the rise of agentic AI, data gaps, evolution of recruitment principles.
**Speakers:**
* [Milo Honegger](https://www.linkedin.com/in/milohonegger/), Director AI Value, Oracle
* [Patricia Ferreiro](https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciaferreiro/), Field Technical Advisor AI, Databricks
* [Antonio Trifilo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-trifilo/), Senior Software Engineering Leader at Cisco AI-Ops
Moderator: [Inna Malaia](https://www.linkedin.com/in/inna-malaia/), Founder, Bevel World, Managing Director, Bevel ON Association
**19:30 â 21:00 â Networking Reception**
Bringing together executives, workforce strategists, and technology experts, **AI + Humans: Designing the Future Together** offers a forward-looking dialogue on how organisations can integrate artificial intelligence with human potential to shape a more resilient and inclusive future of work.
## **Tickets**
Your donation-based ticket of **CHF 80** supports Bevel ONâs social non-profit mission to create professional pathways for displaced professionals and talents in transition.
This event is proudly sponsored by Marriott International, hosted at the Marriott Zurich Hotel, as part of Marriottâs global *Serve 360* initiative â âDoing Good in Every Direction.â
If youâve ever asked yourself, **âWhere can I truly make a difference?â** â this room is full of the answers.
**See you in Zurich.**
Afro Workout Dance Fitness Class
Hi there! Iâm happy you have come across **Afro Dance Fitness classes**!
Are you interested in group fitness (all levels) or dancing, Afrodance and Working out in a group of likeminded women to Afrobeats music, then this is for you!
Afro Workout is an Afrodance inspired Dance Fitness Class in ZĂŒrich that combines dynamic dance moves and intensive Workout to Afrobeats.
Similiar to Zumba but to Afro music including dance movement, fitness and sculpt.
Afro is all about Good Vibes! Expressing a joy of living, to be confident and feel good in your body.
Classes take place **every Monday from 7-8 pm** in ZĂŒrich Altstetten.
For all levels! You donât have to be a dancer or a fitness geek. Party, Dance and sweat with us to Afrobeats!
First class is always free for first timers!
Sign up for the FREE class
[Free class](https://afroworkout.as.me/free-class)
Please always sign up and RSVP to every class, via Meet up Event, [Email](vanessa@afroworkout.com) vanessa@afroworkout.ch, DM on Instagram or Sign up link on Website.
There will be always more people in a class then shown on Meet up. Donât hesitate to sign up via above mentioned channels.
Canât wait!
Check daily updates and classes on [Instagram](https://instagram.com/afroworkout.ch?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=)
Website for more information and class info
[www.afroworkout.ch](https://www.afroworkout.ch)
Move, Dance and Stay Fit to Afrobeats!
Strong & Stoked đȘđ„ł
Get stronger, train smart, and end every session with a laugh.
We'll do a full-body strength workout followed by 1â2 fun games. Bring your training shoes and some water.
**Schedule:**
\-19:00 â 19:15 \| Setup & warm\-up
\-19:15 â 19:55 \| Full\-body strength training \(squat\, hinge\, push\, pull\)
\-19:55 â 20:20 \| 1â2 fun games â let yourself be surprised
\-20:20 â 20:30 \| Cleanup
**What to bring:**
\- Indoor sport shoes \(clean soles\)
\- Water bottle
\- Towel
\- Training clothes you can move and sweat in
\- Changing rooms available\, no shower on site
**Cost:** 3 CHF per session (covers hall rental). Twint to +41 79 123 16 74 or cash.
**For everyone:** All levels welcome. The 4 main exercises are scaled to your level â beginners get easier variations, experienced lifters get challenged. The program is built around progressive overload to help you reach your goals effectively â whether that's weight loss, muscle gain, injury prevention, or just getting stronger.
The games change every session â think "people playing in a gym" rather than "sports league". No skill needed, fun is what matters.
Want updates and spontaneous session info? Message me directly to join our WhatsApp group.
See you Monday!
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StÀrker werden, smart trainieren, und jede Session mit einem Lachen beenden.
Wir machen ein Ganzkörper-Krafttraining und danach 1â2 Fun Games. Bring Trainingsschuhe und Wasser mit.
**Ablauf:**
\- 19:00 â 19:15 \| Aufstellen & Warm\-up
\- 19:15 â 19:55 \| Ganzkörper\-Krafttraining \(Squat\, HĂŒftstreckung\, DrĂŒcken\, Ziehen\)
\- 19:55 â 20:20 \| 1â2 Fun Games â lass dich ĂŒberraschen
\- 20:20 â 20:30 \| AufrĂ€umen
**Was mitbringen:**
-Hallenschuhe (saubere Sohlen)
\- Wasserflasche
\- Handtuch
\- Trainingsklamotten zum Bewegen und Schwitzen
-Umkleidekabinen vorhanden, keine Duschen vor Ort
**Beitrag:** 3 CHF pro Session (deckt Hallenkosten). Twint auf +41 79 123 16 74 oder Bar.
**FĂŒr alle:** Alle Levels willkommen. Die 4 HauptĂŒbungen werden auf dein Level skaliert â AnfĂ€nger bekommen einfachere Varianten, Erfahrene werden gefordert. Das Programm setzt auf progressive Overload, damit du deine Ziele effektiv erreichst â egal ob Gewichtsverlust, Muskelaufbau, VerletzungsprĂ€vention oder einfach stĂ€rker werden.
Die Spiele wechseln jede Session â stell dir eher "Leute spielen in einer Halle" vor als "Sport-Liga". Kein Skill nötig, der Spass steht im Vordergrund.
Updates und Infos zu spontanen Sessions? Schreib mir direkt fĂŒr die WhatsApp-Gruppe.
Bis Montag!
Language Exchange
Join us for the weekly Language Exchange! đ
Language Exchange WhatsApp Chat
https://chat.whatsapp.com/C36TAgOl8Ei5qsWMNPZpHU
Join the weekly Language Exchange (every monday) to work on your language skills, socialize and meet cool and open people.
đĄHOW DOES IT WORKđĄ
1. Come to the location (for Spring and Summer the event will take place on a outside)âïžđč
2. The Event Host will greet youđ€đœđ€đŸ
3. Choose the language flag that interests you and speak the language of the flagđȘđžđŹđ§đ”đčđźđčđ©đȘđšđđ«đ·
4. Start talking with people around the world and improve your language skillđȘđœđ
Cashflow Spiel-Abend
**Wie kommst Du aus dem finanziellen Hamsterrad?**
*Durch Ăbung!*
Das Finanz-Strategiespiel "Cashflow 101" von Robert Kiyosaki zeigt dir die Möglichkeiten!
Durch dieses Spiel lernst du konkrete Wege kennen, wie Du das finanzielle Hamsterrad verlassen und ein noch freieres, selbstbestimmteres Leben fĂŒhren kannst.
Du lernst den Unterschied zwischen guten und schlechten Schulden. Und noch viel mehr!
Das regelmĂ€ssige Finanz-Fitnesstraining mit dem Brettspiel Cashflow 101 - ist dafĂŒr hocheffektiv! Und das alles ohne Schwitzen, MĂŒhe und Risiko!
**Bist Du auch mit dabei?**
AnfĂ€ngerInnen sind natĂŒrlich willkommen.
**Wo treffen wir uns?**
Wir treffen uns in einem schönen Restaurant in ZĂŒrich-Oerlikon um 18h.
Vor und wĂ€hrend dem Essen (optional und freiwillig, aber wer konsumiert, unterstĂŒtzt einen lokalen Wirt) kann genetzwerkt werden, d.h. jeder, der will, kann von seinen und ihren Investment Lösungen erzĂ€hlen. Wir erfahren immer gerne von neuen Möglichkeiten.
*Ăber Geld reden ist kein Tabu mehr!*
Nach dem Essen erklĂ€ren wir die Regeln und spielen = ĂŒben uns im Investieren.
**Melde dich jetzt an.**
**PS Abmeldung**: Eine kurze Meetup-Nachricht, SMS oder ein Anruf bei kurzfristiger Abmeldung wird erwartet. Wir nehmen uns Zeit, dafĂŒr erwarten wir, dass du entweder kommst oder dich entsprechend abmeldest, damit wir nicht unnötig warten oder unnötig einen weiten Weg auf uns nehmen mĂŒssen (Xarah wohnt jetzt im Thurgau - Bodensee)
**PPS Kosten**: Fr. 20.- (bitte unaufgefordert bei Spielbeginn bezahlen). Das Geld kommt in einen Topf. Im letzten Spiel des Jahres bekommt der Gewinner ein SilbermĂŒnze.
Bitte **Bargeld** mitnehmen. CHF.
Auch der Beizer nimmt lieber Bargeld, weil Kreditkartenzahlungen zusÀtzliche Kosten verursachen.
Smart Grid Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Friday Badminton for higher intermediate/advanced level
We are currently playing in a regular group of 12 players at higher intermediate/advanced level. Your registrations here will first be on the waiting list and when confirmed, payment is to be made by twint to secure your spot for participation.
There is a charge of Chf 22 per person. That is inclusive of feather shuttles.
Place of event - Schumacher Sport Center, Am Stadtrand 46, DĂŒbendorf.
Court no. 10, 11 & 12
(External RSVP) GitHub Copilot Dev Days
\*\* Important RSVP [here](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026051307) (Due to room capacity and venue security, it's required to pre-register at the link for admission).
RSVP on Meetup is turned off.
**Description:**
Join us for a community-led developer event focused on AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot. This event brings together developers to explore practical workflows, real-world use cases, and hands-on experiences using GitHub Copilot.
Whether you are new to GitHub Copilot or already using it, this event will help you better understand how to apply AI-assisted coding techniques in everyday development.
**Agenda**
\- 4:30pm: Doors open\, Snacks\, and Networking
\- 5:00pm: Welcome\, Community update
\- 5:10pm\~5:40pm: Tech talk: GitHub Copilot overview
\- 5:40pm\~6:40pm: Tech talk: GitHub Copilot in Practice
\- 6:40pm\~7:30pm: Open discussion and closing
**Tech talk: Mastering GitHub Copilot CLI**
**Speaker:** Aymen Furter - Cloud & AI Solution Engineer, Microsoft
**Abstract:** Learn to harness the power of agentic development by transitioning to autonomous, multi-step terminal workflows. This session focuses on mastering plan-based execution, repository-aware context, and integrating external data via the Model Context Protocol.
**Tech talk: GitStop Using GitHub Copilot Like a Toy**
**Speaker:** Emanuele Bartolesi - GitHub Tech Lead, Xebia
**Abstract:** Hub Copilot is easy to love in a demo. Real projects are different. Production codebases come with legacy code, missing context, inconsistent patterns, unclear requirements, and delivery pressure. That is where GitHub Copilot either becomes a real advantage or just an expensive toy. This talk focuses on practical ways to use Copilot in real development workflows, going beyond autocomplete. Agent mode, skills, Copilot CLI, and better prompting can make a real difference when working in messy repositories and under real deadlines. Designed for developers and tech leads who want more than flashy demos, this session shares concrete tactics to get better output, reduce noise, and make Copilot genuinely useful in day-to-day software delivery.
**Speakers/Topics:**
Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA)
**Venue:**
Microsoft Schweiz GmbH
The Circle 02, 8058 ZĂŒrich ZH
**Sponsors:**
We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 3,000+ AI developers in Zurich and 500K+ worldwide.
Connection Space WELCOME HOMEâ€ïžMeet FRIENDSđFrau Gerolds ROOFTOP! Speedfriend
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**â€ïž WELCOME HOME** **â€ïž**
* **See** **[VIDEO & PHOTOS](https://photos.app.goo.gl/o476bvQ6ZC8CGhG57)** of previous events
* **Join** our **Whatsapp** with zero-spam promise [https://chat.whatsapp.com/G01nWpon13VB0gebrqFmfx?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G01nWpon13VB0gebrqFmfx?mode=gi_t) (if link does not work please open via laptop's browser on https://web.whatsapp.com/ )
* **Join** our **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/wearetheconnectionspace/)**
* **Testimonials** (scroll to "photos" section to read testimonials)
*"The best event I know on Meetup to connect to new friends."*
*"First participation, an evening to remember!"*
*"So far in 7 years this is the first time I see a really good organised event!"*
*"Mega schön"*
*"I was positively surprised. They organized everything so well; I met some interesting, friendly people. I highly recommend it"*
*"Great! Everything excellent, super organized... lots of people. Great atmosphere"*
*"Had a blast!"*
*"I am really grateful for the warm atmosphere, inspiring moments"*
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**why? Offline fun meaningful connections** with new **friends** for
free! That's what we truly desire and makes us happy and healthy!
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**how? No "forced" process, only optional fun activities**! In today's event we will have:
* New-comer area (never was easier to spark a conversation, with ice-breakers, optional for first time attendees)
* fun social games
* mindful games
* or simply join the great vibe and talk to anyone anytime! đ
* 20:00 Speed-friending - guaranteed process to meet new people while having fun, with moderator
* 20:30 Slow-Friending (separate room) more time to connect & deeper connection
**where?** join **[WHATSAPP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G6tZE1VcDBc672BzxOh4XG)** where we will post the exact location of our tables on the same day of the event (look for "pinned" message). Or just come and find Christos wearing [this hat](https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMse15UzdSJkJB9Tygbr0j3D9VEX1XBua4p0c33ysAJpE3vywTxIJ7hY0n4YtNc7w?key=UEhJR042X0tsQXBoZzB0QmgzSGhCU3R0QUdCQjJn) on the rooftop or call him on 0768175380
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**weather?** Event takes place rain or shine (we got ultra rain-protected areas for all)
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**coming late?** we got many people until closing at 00:00 so come whenever!
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**coming solo?** 95%+ do too - perfect place to come solo!
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***MORE INFO? Read on...***
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**ABOUT US:**
**Why?** **fun** **offline meaningful connections**! Have **fun** meeting **new friends** & **existing friends** thus building your **community.** Its scientifically proven that **offline** **human connections** make us **happy** and **healthy** (more on this below)
**Where?** at the **rooftop** of ZĂŒrich's most famous and beautiful **garden** \- Frau Gerolds garden\!
**How?**
**Disconnect** your phone & Connect with people in a **free** and **super-fun** event! These recurring events create a "fixed" community without any specific reasons for connection (like interests, genders, age or countries). **Everyone is welcome**! The event is that **simple**đ
* đŽNEW: beautiful **rooftop** in most beautiful **garden** in central ZĂŒrich that comes with its own bar
* **đ„** **New comer area** for first-time-atendees with ice-breaker questions (optional area, in case you want to talk to first-time attendees)
* đ **meet like-minded** **friends** by **voting** your favorite discussion topics - the top 5 will be turned into topic-based tables!
* đ **Fun social games** (read game names below)
* **đČ Mindful Connection Games** from [The School of Life](https://www.theschooloflife.com/shop/?_product_type=games-card-sets) with games and questions that go deeper in connection (game names below). Grab a game and start playing.
* đŹ or simply **hang-out** and **meet new & old friends** **without** a process
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**IMPORTANT:**
* **Why so many options above for connection?** We always have: a first-timer area, Fun social games, Mindful games, ice-breaker questions or simply just talk freely to anyone. Often we add: Speed-friending and a Music jam. We believe **you are unique** and each of us prefers different ways of connection. Also we want to provide an opportunity for everyone to try something new
* **Easy and "Safe":** We have the whole location reserved for us so its safe to open up and meet new friends (unlike bars in ZĂŒrich where people find it strange if strangers talk to them). Christos and volunteers will also help with connection. Read more info below.
* **Christos** (see [PHOTO](https://photos.app.goo.gl/pdtVaVGCyDEJ28uE8)) and our co-organisers will be wearing name budges and will aim to **welcome** **everyone.**
* **Thank YOU** for being so open in meeting new people and making 50+ events with 7500+ attendees in 2.5+ years happen!
* more info via our **[LINKS](http://linktr.ee/connectionspace)**
* Yes YOU are **good** & **courageous** for looking for new fun connections!
* 95% of people come **solo** \- you can tooâ€ïž
* Everyone is in same situation and you ll be surprised how **friendly people** are â€ïž
* Come **early** though **later** also ok as many people there **until 00:00**
* **It works**! We heard of many new friendships, living together and even getting a new job
* For **volunteering** for free please msg Christos 0768175380. We can provide free drinks for your service
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**TIPS on HOW TO CONNECT:**
* **Look out for a good smile/vibe** in a person/group of 2-3 people and say "Hi my name is xxx, can I join?".
* **Try something different** (person, game, table, activity) often until you find **fun** **quality connection**
* **Ask** **Support:** we understand going out to meet friends can be a stretch. We make this easy with a fun and safe event. Also you can ask for help from our clearly communicated (see photos of this event) "**People Connectors**" who can help you discreetly to connect with others
* **Invest time**(not quickly just come by) as friendships are an investment
* **Come back**: big turnaround, people come randomly at each event, so you never know who you ll meet
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**ABOUT US:** **(in detail)**
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**WHY Connection Space**?
* ... we â€ïž **uniting people** while having **fun!** We make the world better by enabling **fun quality offline connections** & building **community!**
* ... we truly believe **Human Connections** is what we truly **deeply crave** for and what we truly **need** so we can be **happy** and **healthy**! This is proven by data in [ANCIENT HISTORY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg_47J6sy3A), in [MODERN HISTORY](https://www.kiltrohealth.com/blog/blue-zones-social-connection-the-secret-to-longevity-and-well-being) and also scientifically proven by [HARVARD ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KkKuTCFvzI)in an 87 year old study. Yes this makes you [HEALTHY](https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/relationships-boost-survival/#:~:text=Overall%252C%2520social%2520support%2520increases%2520survival,%252Da%252Dday%2520smoking%2520habit) and is what you really need - the other things are not as important as society tells you.
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* **WHAT is Connection Space?**
Imagine a co-working space where everyone is with headphones, laptops, mostly being 'alone' all day ...
or a cafe/restaurant/bar where pretty much all people talk to people they already know..
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The **"Connection Space"** is exactly the opposite of that; its a **fun** social environment outside family and work, a cultural exchange, where we **unite** and hangout with **new and old friends** as **one community**.
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Thats it.
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No to phones, laptops, zoom-calls, books
No to a specific reason to get together (eg. only for specific hobbies, genders, age groups, languages etc)
No to just talking to your friends
Not a dating, not a party, not an expat-only meetup
NO to division (political racial gender etc)
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Yes to simple and real in-person connection with new and old friends
YES TO FUN! We got many optional activities for you to try out
Yes to feeling like home & come as you are
Yes to unity, love and respect for one another
Yes to eating, drinking and music
Yes to everyone-is-welcome & always-free events
YES to UNITY! Getting along with each other in spite of different opinions
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Our events are **inspired** by the Greek village culture of "[ÎαÏÎ”ÎœÎ”ÎŻÎż](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kafenio)" (village coffeeshops) with photos [HERE](https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=569660528&sxsrf=AM9HkKlXnclaLfgcockKtdr9qHdmD5jaGw:1696060562834&q=greek+%CE%BA%CE%B1%CF%86%CE%B5%CE%BD%CE%B5%CE%B9%CE%BF&tbm=isch&source=lnms&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi52fX67dGBAxXnlf0HHZNiBHUQ0pQJegQICRAB&biw=1460&bih=913&dpr=2). When myself Christos was a kid, my granddad took me to these "[ÎαÏÎ”ÎœÎ”ÎŻÎż](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kafenio)". Every neighbourhood had one, and people met, without an exaggeration, on a daily-basis. It was the community center of the village. People met new and old friends, played games, socialised, ate snacks, drank coffee and ouzo. It was a very friendly, welcoming and homey environment. Unfortunately this concept is rapidly dying in Greece. As a kid I had extremely good memories of these coffeeshops, and for this reason I am passionate to revive and recreate this environment and also add a modern twist. Hope you enjoy it!
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* **WHAT is NOT Connection Space? NOT** a drinks or party event (responsible drinking only, no shots, no free drinks). **NOT** a dating event. **NOT** foreigners-only, but everyone is welcome
* **What KIND of event is this?** Its a mix of **social** and **cultural event** that build **community**. We have many people from so many different cultures socialising, we promote culture with events with Art exhibitions and Live Music and we also revive the social culture of the Greek traditional village coffeeshop (ÎαÏÎ”ÎœÎ”ÎŻÎż - read more above).
* **WHO?** Wir wollen gerne mehr **Schweizer/innen** dabei haben! Alle sind willkommen und die meisten können Deutsch sprechen. Not an expat event. **Everyone welcome**!
* **Mindful Connection Games:** from [The School of Life](https://www.theschooloflife.com/shop/?_product_type=games-card-sets) available: Confessions Game, The Friendship Game, Connection Game, The Loser Game, Games for grown-ups and three sets of "100 questions" (Conversation Toolkit & Careers & Relationships)
* **Fun Social Games:** bring your own **board/card games** or choose from: Cards against humanity, Exploding Kittens, Codenames, Debatable, Sotally Tober, Taboo, Mafia, Uno, Monopoly and more.
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Looking forward to **fun quality Connections**! đ
Batik Tulis Workshop â Wax & Dye Textile Art (Zurich)
**Step away from the pace of everyday life and spend a day immersed in the quiet rhythm of batik.**
Batik is a traditional wax-resist textile art where patterns emerge slowly through the interaction of hot wax and dye. The process invites patience, attention, and a different sense of time â one where the act of making becomes as important as the final piece.
In this studio workshop we will explore the traditional batik tulis process using canting (the wax drawing tool) and dye.
The day unfolds gradually: observing how wax flows, how colour layers develop, and how patterns begin to reveal themselves on cloth.
Working with batik often becomes a quiet conversation between intention and discovery â balancing moments of control with moments of letting go as the wax and dye take their course. Many participants find that the process creates a natural space for focus, reflection, and an inner dialogue that unfolds through making.
During the workshop you will:
âą learn the fundamentals of traditional batik wax-resist techniques
âą create two small batik textiles (one guided, one your own design)
âą experience the slow, meditative rhythm of working with wax, colour, and pattern
đ Location
Artiloft â Craft Factory
Albulastrasse 24, 8048 Zurich
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Dates
âą May 17, 2026
âą June 28, 2026
âą August 30, 2026
đ Time
10:00â16:30 (with lunch break)
đ° Price
CHF 240/ session (materials included)
Registration and payment are handled directly by Artiloft:
[https://en.artiloft.ch/service-page/batik-cire-teinture](https://en.artiloft.ch/service-page/batik-cire-teinture)
Languages: English / German
For those who feel drawn to explore batik more deeply, Hazura also hosts small immersive batik retreats in Yogyakarta where participants learn directly with local artisans. The **Subagya Art Retreat** offers a slower cultural immersion into the craft and its living traditions.
**Learn more:** [HazuraStudio | Subagya-art-retreat](https://www.hazurastudio.com/subagya-art-retreat)
GitHub Dev Days - Zurich
Join us for a community-led developer event focused on AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot. This event brings together developers to explore practical workflows, real-world use cases, and hands-on experiences using GitHub Copilot.
Whether you are new to GitHub Copilot or already using it, this event will help you better understand how to apply AI-assisted coding techniques in everyday development.
**IMPORTANT**: Attendees must register [here](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026051307).
**Agenda**
\- 4:30pm: Doors open\, Snacks\, and Networking
\- 5:00pm: Welcome\, Community update
\- 5:10pm\~5:40pm: Tech talk: GitHub Copilot overview
\- 5:40pm\~6:40pm: Tech talk: GitHub Copilot in Practice
\- 6:40pm\~7:30pm: Open discussion and closing
**Tech talk: Mastering GitHub Copilot CLI**
**Speaker:** Aymen Furter - Cloud & AI Solution Engineer, Microsoft **Abstract:** Learn to harness the power of agentic development by transitioning to autonomous, multi-step terminal workflows. This session focuses on mastering plan-based execution, repository-aware context, and integrating external data via the Model Context Protocol.
**Tech talk: GitStop Using GitHub Copilot Like a Toy**
**Speaker:** Emanuele Bartolesi - GitHub Tech Lead, Xebia
**Abstract:** GitHub Copilot is easy to love in a demo. Real projects are different. Production codebases come with legacy code, missing context, inconsistent patterns, unclear requirements, and delivery pressure. That is where GitHub Copilot either becomes a real advantage or just an expensive toy. This talk focuses on practical ways to use Copilot in real development workflows, going beyond autocomplete. Agent mode, skills, Copilot CLI, and better prompting can make a real difference when working in messy repositories and under real deadlines. Designed for developers and tech leads who want more than flashy demos, this session shares concrete tactics to get better output, reduce noise, and make Copilot genuinely useful in day-to-day software delivery.
**Speakers/Topics:**
Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration:[ Submit Topics](https://earthy-metatarsal-c87.notion.site/2b15ca2f7f6f80d781f9e2e636d42637?pvs=105)
**Sponsors:**
We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 3,000+ AI developers in Switzerland and 500K+ worldwide.
n8n Community Meetup Switzerland by n8n (Thema: n8n Claw)
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### đ©đȘ Deutsche Version
**n8n Zurich Community Meetup #3 â Build the Claw Bot**
Nach unserem letzten Meetup mit fast 40 Teilnehmer:innen ist klar: Die n8n Community in ZĂŒrich wĂ€chst â und wir freuen uns auf Runde 3.
**Was dich erwartet**
Diesmal wird's hands-on. Wir bauen gemeinsam in einem Mini-Hackathon den **n8n Claw Bot** â in Teams, mit echtem Code, echten Workflows und echtem Spass am Ergebnis. Egal ob du n8n schon im Alltag einsetzt oder zum ersten Mal davon hörst: Die Teams werden so aufgestellt, dass alle etwas mitnehmen.
Repo zum Vorbereiten (oder einfach mal reinschauen): đ [https://github.com/freddy-schuetz/n8n-claw](https://github.com/freddy-schuetz/n8n-claw)
Wir werden versuchen, das Setup gemeinsam vor Ort durchzuziehen.
**Special Guest**
Ein virtueller Ăberraschungsgast hat sich angekĂŒndigt. Mehr verraten wir noch nicht. đ
**Was du mitbringen solltest**
* Laptop (zwingend â ohne kein Hacken)
* Neugier
* Optional: dein aktuelles n8n-Projekt fĂŒr den Austausch danach
**Details**
đ
12. Mai 2026 đ OfficeLab Baslerpark, ZĂŒrich đïž Eintritt frei â Anmeldung ĂŒber Luma erforderlich
Wir freuen uns auf bekannte Gesichter, neue Gesichter und alles dazwischen.
Bis bald, Robert *n8n Ambassador Switzerland*
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### đŹđ§ English Version
**n8n Zurich Community Meetup #3 â Build the Claw Bot**
After our last meetup with nearly 40 attendees, the direction is clear: the n8n community in Zurich is growing â and we're back for round 3.
**What to expect**
This time we go hands-on. Together we'll build the **n8n Claw Bot** in a mini hackathon â in teams, with real code, real workflows, and a real result at the end. Whether you already use n8n daily or you've never touched it: teams will be balanced so everyone walks away with something.
Repo to preview (or just star for later): đ [https://github.com/freddy-schuetz/n8n-claw](https://github.com/freddy-schuetz/n8n-claw)
We'll attempt to get the setup running together on-site.
**Special Guest**
A virtual surprise guest has confirmed. We're not spoiling who. đ
**What to bring**
* Laptop (mandatory â no laptop, no hacking)
* Curiosity
* Optional: your current n8n project for the post-event chat
**Details**
đ
May 12, 2026 đ OfficeLab Baslerpark, Zurich đïž Free entry â RSVP via Luma required
Looking forward to seeing familiar faces, new ones, and everything in between.
See you there, Robert *n8n Ambassador Switzerland*
Pause in Motion
Join us, once a month, on a Wednesday afternoon for an easy-paced walk by the lake â a midweek pause to breathe, move, and connect.
Weâll meet in front of the Opera House and take a walk along the lake, letting conversation flow as naturally as the path.
These walks are about more than slowing down â theyâre a way to clear the noise and make space for new perspectives. Sometimes itâs in motion that the mind finds its calm and ideas come into focus. A simple hour to refresh, connect, and perhaps see something familiar in a new light.
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Data & Analytics Wednesday - Mapping and Dashboards
**Total Eclipse of the Chart: School Redistricting Dashboards**
In this presentation, we will explore the utilization of maps, sets, and SQL within a Tableau dashboard to help provide âwhat-ifâ analyses generated through the use of a mapped dashboard, providing different scenarios and the potential implications of these.
While in this use case we are focused on a large school district, the concepts of utilizing existing data to explore the future impacts of modifying different geographic boundaries can be useful to many industries, balancing the mix of maps with visual analytics.
**About Our Speaker**
Robert Kramer is the Data Systems and State Reporting Coordinator at South Western City Schools in Grove City. He has worked there for 17 years, serving previously in the roles of Data Analyst, Programmer, and Operations Coordinator. Prior to working at South Western, he worked as a Systems Engineer at Pinnacle Data Systems in Groveport. He graduated in 2005 from The University of Toledo with his Bachelorâs in Computer Science and Engineering, and a minor in Mathematics. Robert resides in Obetz with his wife, and their 15 and 12 year-old daughters. He was also just elected to his 3rd four-year term on the Obetz City Council.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
[Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro)
More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
Choose Your Movie: THE SHEEP DETECTIVES vs HOKUM at Cinemark Stoneridge!
Join us as we get together to see your choice of two VERY different movies â one sweet and wholesome â the other a terrifying folklore horror! Option 1 is the fun whodunnit-action-comedy-mystery led by Hugh Jackman, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES! Option 2 is the top-reviewed supernatural-horror-thriller starring Adam Scott, HOKUM! Hereâs a description, trailer and plan for this event:
THE SHEEP DETECTIVES: Every night a shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand. When he is found dead, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder and think they know everything about how to go about solving it. The film is directed by Kyle Balda and take a look at this ensemble cast: Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau and Emma Thompson and the voices of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O'Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein and Rhys Darby. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyZI5oM6hWk
HOKUM: In this film, a horror writer visits an Irish inn to scatter his parents' ashes, unaware the property is said to be haunted by a witch. It is written/directed by Damian McCarthy stars Adam Scott, Peter Coonan, David Wilmot, Florence Ordesh and Austin Amelio. Hokum premiered to rave reviews at this yearâs SXSW Festival and is being release by Neon. It is earning a stellar 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which calls it, âA classic haunted house story enriched with atmospheric folklore and perfectly-timed shocks!â TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVCIK_MPyhc
PLAN: For those seeing HOKUM, please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby at 6:50pm! For those seeing THE SHEEP DETECTIVES, please purchase your ticket for the 7:15pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby at 7:00pm! For BOTH films, weâll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby El Vaquero! For those joining for dinner, weâll meet at El Vaquero at 5:45pm!
Should be a couple of fun movies and a good time together, Dan
Building Scalable Customer Identity Resolution Pipelines on AWS Using AI
Customer identity resolution becomes increasingly complex as organizations scale across multiple systems, regions, and data formats. Traditional rule-based approaches often fail to keep up with data variability, require constant manual tuning, and struggle with real-time processing needs.
This session presents a practical approach to building a scalable identity resolution pipeline using AWS services and modern AI techniques. The architecture combines data ingestion through Amazon S3 and AWS Glue, transformation pipelines using Spark on EMR, and machine learning models deployed via SageMaker for entity matching and standardization. Graph-based relationship modeling is implemented using Amazon Neptune to improve resolution accuracy by incorporating household and shared attribute context.
We will walk through how machine learning models can be used for name and address normalization, how intelligent blocking strategies improve matching efficiency, and how feedback loops can be introduced to continuously improve accuracy. The session also highlights how serverless components such as AWS Lambda can be used for orchestration and real-time processing.
**SPEAKER BIO**
Mosaic Syed is a Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions across global enterprise environments.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosaic-basha-syed-92300856
**CALL FOR SPEAKERS**
Learn more: [https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/](https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/)
**THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: [https://www.veeam.com/](https://www.veeam.com/)
**DIRECTIONS**
8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH
go to 4th floor.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Art Night - Bring Your Own Work
Welcome to the Art School - 20's & 30's artists Meetup group! This is a community for young artists who are passionate about exploring different mediums and techniques in the world of art. Whether you're a painter, sculptor, photographer, or mixed media artist, this group is the perfect place to connect with like-minded individuals, have a space to work on your craft, and showcase your work. Let's inspire and support each other on our artistic journeys! Whether you're a novice or a seasoned artist, all skill levels are welcome. Join us and unleash your creativity!
Afterwards, we will have time to work on our individual art projects, hang out, and if anyone is interested in feedback on their work, there will be time for that as well.
Quarterly Community Gathering
Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering â a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open micâstyle events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space.
No slides required â just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving.
If youâd like to take the stage, message \*\*Chris (the organizer)\*\*with a **title and short description** of what youâd like to share.
Whether youâre 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)
CBusData - Practical AI for Power BI Developers
Practical AI for Power BI Developers
A year ago, âagentic AIâ was mostly hype for Power BI teams. Today, it deserves your undivided attention. For Power BI pros, there is now a real opportunity to reduce repetitive development work, accelerate delivery, and help developers do more, but only when strong DataOps practices are in place to make AI workflows effective.
This session is a no-nonsense introduction to effective AI patterns for Power BI and Fabric development. Along the way, we will make sense of the growing pile of terminology, including skills, plugins, hooks, and MCP. You will see examples of how modern AI tooling can help with development tasks across Power BI and Fabric, along with the prerequisites, guardrails, and DataOps principles needed to use it responsibly.
Whether you're burned out on AI hype or already using Copilot CLI daily, this session will show you the foundations that are finally making AI-assisted development genuinely useful.





















