Intelligent Conversation

In or near Paris? Looking for cultural and language exchanges with French or English native speakers? Come have a drink with us and let's talk! Venez boire un verre avec nous et discuter ! TalkTime is a conversation group dedicated to helping French speakers and English speakers meet to have friendly and casual conversations in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. We regularly organize meetups in the Paris area to help our participants feel comfortable speaking in a foreign language. TalkTime est un groupe de conversation dédié à aider les francophones et les anglophones à se rencontrer, et à discuter de façon détendue dans une ambiance conviviale et tranquille. Nous organisons régulièrement des événements sur Paris et nous aidons nos participants à se mettre à l'aise dans une langue étrangère. Our series of meetups takes place at Folie’s Café (Grands Blvds), Notre série d'événements est au Folie’s Café (Grands Blvds). Entry fee: 10€ (first beverage free)! Participation: 10€ (première boisson offerte)! So what are you waiting for? Make a reservation here or on our Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/TalkTime-Paris-1677529982547236/)! See you there! TalkTime team

🇬🇧 Welcome to Chitchat ! 😎ChitChat is a friendly social event in Paris where people come together to practice languages and meet new friends. Whether you want to improve the language you’re learning, connect with locals, or simply enjoy conversations with an international crowd, you’ll feel at home. Perfect for newcomers, travelers, and anyone who loves meeting cool people. 🍻 Every Thursday - Starting at 7:30 PM Timeout bar - 22 Rue du Pot de Fer, 75005 Paris (We didn’t choose this place for nothing, the beers are cheaper than a croissant in the Marais 🥸) Feel free to join our 👉🏼 ***[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F4qCmyVOuYgLkMVtcfbuO5?mode=ems_copy_t)*** 👈🏼 group for faster and more efficient communication 🇫🇷 Bienvenue au ChitChat ! ❤️‍🔥ChitChat, c’est le meilleur spot à Paris pour faire l’apéro, pratiquer les langues que tu apprends et te faire des potes du monde entier. Nouveau en ville ? De passage ? Ou parisiens confirmé, c’est ici que tu peux discuter librement avec des locaux et des internationaux. 🍷 Chaque jeudi à partir de 19h30. ( T’as de la chance on accepte les retardataires ☘️) au TimeOut - 22 Rue du Pot de Fer, 75005 Paris (On n’a pas choisi ce bar pour rien — les bières sont moins chères qu’un ticket aller-retour de métro. 😉) N'hésitez pas à rejoindre notre groupe 👉🏼 ***[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F4qCmyVOuYgLkMVtcfbuO5?mode=ems_copy_t)*** 👈🏼 pour une communication plus rapide et plus efficace

Vous avez étudié l'italien à l'école mais ne l'avez pas pratiqué depuis longtemps ? Rencontrons-nous pour discuter au café, en italien. Tous les sujets sont les bienvenus : la culture italienne, la cuisine, les voyages, le travail et les loisirs. Une conversation avec un natif autour d'un café ou d'un verre, en petits groupes, avec des rires et quelques reflexions linguistiques. Tarif : 5 euros. La première session est offert ! Consommation au café obligatoire. Suis moi sur Insta ! instagram.com/aperoitalia PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/2paY4FiY7cLV0x2NR6q4tq ........ Hai studiato italiano a scuola ma non lo pratichi da tempo? Devi andare in Italia per lavoro o in vacanza e vorresti arrivare preparato ? Incontriamoci per fare due chiacchiere al bar, in italiano. Ogni tipo di argomento è benvenuto: cultura italiana, cucina, viaggi, lavoro, tempo libero, ecc. Una conversazione con un madrelingua davanti a un caffè o a una bibita, in piccoli gruppi, tra risate e qualche approfondimento linguistico. Tariffa : 5 euro. La prima sessione è offerta. Consumazione obbligatoria a carico del partecipante. Seguimi su Instagram instagram.com/aperoitalia PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/2paY4FiY7cLV0x2NR6q4tq

⚠️⚠️⚠️ Mandatory registration on Eventbrite via **[this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wimlds-x-mlops-paris-how-to-make-ai-models-faster-cheaper-greener-tickets-1979986773740?aff=oddtdtcreator)** ⚠️⚠️⚠️ **[WiMLDS Paris x MLOps Paris] How to make AI models faster, cheaper & greener.** Welcome to this exclusive collaboration between **[Women in Machine Learning & Data Science Paris](https://www.meetup.com/paris-women-in-machine-learning-data-science/ "https://www.meetup.com/paris-women-in-machine-learning-data-science/")** and **[MLOps Paris](https://www.meetup.com/mlops-paris/ "https://www.meetup.com/mlops-paris/")**. Whether you are a seasoned professional in operationalizing ML systems or just getting started with Machine Learning in production, you are invited to join this limited event, attend a talk and network with other professionals in the field. **About the talk:** AI models become more complex, the cost of inference—both in terms of computation and energy—continues to rise. In this talk, **[Minette Kaunismäki](https://www.linkedin.com/in/minette-kaunismaki/ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/minette-kaunismaki/")** will explore how combining compression techniques such as quantisation, pruning, caching, and distillation can significantly optimise model performance during inference. By applying these methods, combining compression enables reductions in model size and computational load while maintaining quality, thereby making AI more accessible and environmentally sustainable. The talk and Q&A will be in English. ⚠️⚠️⚠️ Mandatory registration on Eventbrite via **[this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wimlds-x-mlops-paris-how-to-make-ai-models-faster-cheaper-greener-tickets-1979986773740?aff=oddtdtcreator)** ⚠️⚠️⚠️ ⏰ **Planning** * 18h45 - 19h15 : Accueil & introduction 👋 * 19h15 - 20h15 : Talk 🎤 * 20h15 - 22h00: Cocktail & échanges 🥂 🎙 **Speakers** **[Minette Kaunismäki]()** is Developer Advocate @ Pruna.ai 🙌 **Sponsors et entreprises participantes** \*\*[Vestiaire Collective ](https://us.vestiairecollective.com/ "https://us.vestiairecollective.com/")\*\*is a C2C global platform for buying and selling pre-owned luxury and premium fashion. Founded in Paris in 2009, Vestiaire Collective brings together a community of millions of fashion lovers across more than 80 countries. The company is committed to transforming the fashion industry by promoting circularity, sustainability, and more responsible consumption—powered by technology, trust, and a strong human community. \*\*[Pruna.ai ](https://www.pruna.ai/ "https://www.pruna.ai/")\*\*is a European AI startup and **AI optimization engine** focused on making machine learning models **faster, cheaper, smaller, and greener** — especially for production inference at scale. It’s both a *platform* and a *framework/toolkit* that helps developers and ML teams optimize existing AI models with minimal overhead. 🤩 **Audience** Cet évènement est destiné aux professionels de la data et de l'algorithmique et qui souhaitent pousser plus loin les efforts d'industrialisation dans leurs organisations : data scientists, data engineers, software et devops engineers, data project/product managers, product designers, etc. 👋 **Contact** Pour toute question ou information, merci de contacter [florent@nibble.ai](http://mailto:florent@nibble.ai)

✅ Do you want to improve your English Speaking skills? ✅ Do you want more confidence speaking to friends and colleagues in English? ✅ Do you want to speak and learn from a native teacher? ✅ Tired of boring, traditional English classes? My name is Belinda and I'm a professional and experienced English teacher. I have students throughout the world and can help you with whatever English needs you have in the following areas: ✅ Business meeting and presentation preparation ✅ CV review, analysis, correction and advice ✅ Interview preparation ✅ Grammar, Vocabulary and Conversation These 60 minutes classes will help you gain confidence, expand your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation. ✅ Small group weekend classes also available (2 or 5 hour immersion classes) What do I have to do? ✍ Confirm your attendance by WhatsApp: +34 645 598 927 💵 Cost: 25€ ⌚ When: Classes available 7 days a week 🕖 Duration: 60 minutes 📍 Where: Online 👥 Group Size: Just you!

C'est le retour du grand festin : "Mange tout ce que tu peux" Rejoignez-nous pour une soirée épique où **la pizza n’a pas de frontières** – et les conversations non plus ! 🌍 **Mangez, parlez, riez dans TOUTES les langues** 🍕 **Pizza à volonté** : de la classique italienne aux twists du monde entier 🎉 **Ambiance conviviale** avec de nouveaux amis venus des quatre coins 💬 **Socialisez et déguster** – Dans une ambiance amicale ! **📍 Lieu : Vincennes, juste en face du Métro Ligne 1 (station Château de Vincennes)** **OFFRE EXCEPTIONNEL** Ce **deal exclusif pizza à volonté** est une soirée **unique**. **Les places partent VITE – réservez MAINTENANT !** **15€ par participants pour les pizzas à volonté** 📲 **Réservez instantanément sur l’appli Socializus** Cherchez **“Soirée Pizza à Volonté – Vincennes”** → Réservez avant qu’il n’y en ait plus ! *Premier arrivé, premier servi – apportez votre bone humeur & vos meilleures anecdotes !* **À très vite !** 🍕✨ **Reste connecté :** 🔹 Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/afterwork-paris/) 🔹 Socializus : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 WhatsApp (infos & rappels jour J) : [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CiTrJYYXcPk07w9tW0EmWw](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CiTrJYYXcPk07w9tW0EmWw) (Active “Tout recevoir” pour ne rien manquer !) 🔹 Groupe Facebook – [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) 🔹 Page Facebook – Photos, souvenirs et actus : [https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris](https://www.facebook.com/groups/afterwork.paris) 🔹 Socializus : [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 Deviens Orga :[https://chat.whatsapp.co m/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) et reçoit une boisson gratuite 🍴 C’est 100% gratuit car nous sommes une association à but non lucratif, il faut simplement être friendly. ✦✦ Les changements de dernière minute peuvent arriver, mais tout est mis à jour via l’app avec le pass gratuit. Pour mieux gérer le nombre de participants, nous comptons sur les inscriptions via le pass gratuit. Inscris-toi seulement si tu es sûr de venir on compte sur toi ! 😊 📸 / 🎥 En participant à notre activité, vous acceptez d'être photographié et / ou filmé. Les photos et vidéos seront partagées sur nos réseaux sociaux et pourront être utilisées à des fins commerciales. Vous pouvez également publier vos propres photos avec le #socializus

🇵🇹🇧🇷🇨🇻.. *🍾 Entre 10 e 30 participantes internacionais* 🍷 Nos reunimos para promover intercâmbios culturais e praticar línguas estrangeiras. 🥂 Esta noite, o foco é em português! Para uma atmosfera amigável e intimista, o número de participantes é limitado. O endereço do evento será compartilhado apenas com aqueles que possuem uma carteira de membro anual válida. Ao se juntar à nossa associação, você também receberá uma dica para verificar o número de participantes. A carteira de membro vem com uma vantagem: escolha um número de adesivo para ganhar um shot grátis no bar após conversar com outros membros do grupo. **Preço do ingresso**: €5 (disponível aqui). ⬇️ https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html 🇬🇧 🍾 Between 10 and 30 international participants 🍷 We gather to promote cultural exchanges and practice foreign languages. 🥂 Tonight, it’s all about Portuguese ! For a friendly and intimate atmosphere, the number of participants is limited. The event address will only be shared with those who have a valid annual membership card. By joining our association, you’ll also receive a little tip to check the number of participants. The membership card comes with a perk: choose a sticker number to get a free shot at the bar after chatting with other group members. Ticket price: €5 (available here). ⬇️ https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html

🍩🍰 Let's have a weekly deep talk in an intimate Parisian café, share a drink and have a good time with like-minded, lovely and chill people. 🥂☕ We're here to sip life in a childish, simple and non-serious way. 🙃 When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation? Or deepened your relationship with someone in your life? It's not easy to have a deep conversation. While small talk, which is typically casual and light-hearted, can help break the ice, it may not necessarily help you form a deep, emotional connection with someone. Whether it's with your friends, family, colleagues or romantic partners, having meaningful conversations is important for creating strong bonds. "Meaningful conversations help us understand ourselves and those around us better. They involve sharing important aspects of ourselves and actively listening, validating and connecting with others." We believe that a happy and healthy life is built on beautiful relationships and that loneliness kills us. That's it. It's not the number of friends that counts, it's the quality of the relationship. ✅ This group is adressed to : ● People who want to build deep, genuine and caring relationships in a small group that looks the same, where they feel comfortable and emotionally safe to talk emotionally and get intimate about anything in their lives. ● Simple, loving, kind, hyper/sensitive and lovely people who spend a lot of time in their bubble thinking about the meaning of life, passionate about personal development, philosophy, meaningful conversations, debates .... ⛔ Please don't subscribe if : ● You don't see yourself in the group's aims and beliefs. ● You're travelling for a short period of time and don't live or intend to live in Paris. ● You are not sure if you will be able to come, please update your status to allow others on the waiting list to join. An absence without notice will result in an irrevocable ban. Progress : ● ❗ For reservations, I'll send you a private Meetup message at least 5 hours before the meeting to confirm your reservation. If I don't receive a reply 2 hours before the meeting, I will send you a second message to let you know that you will be replaced by someone on the waitlist. ● 💚 We keep the session small, cosy and relaxed in a quiet place, prioritising regularity to encourage intimacy, connection, listening and speaking. (\~ 5/6 people) ● 🔖 On arrival, if you feel comfortable, you will be suggested to choose and associate several drawn Feelings and Needs cards to express how you really feel at the moment, to talk about ourselves and communicate effectively. ● 📝 The best way to make progress is to make the conversation easy and natural, with everyone making an effort to suggest and write down what you want to talk about. You can write down your favourite topics/questions before the meeting. The meeting is participative and invite everyone if you feel comfortable being a leader and a power of suggestion. Anyway, to keep the meeting running smoothly, I'll animate the meeting to make sure the conversation doesn't get wild or boring and I wouldn't hesitate to reframe people. In case of lack of inspiration we have a lot of deep conversation question card game which can help to find interesting questions. ● 🍕 (Not compulsory) After the meeting we can finish in a nearby restaurant for those who wish to relax or continue our conversation. Advice for a good moment : ● Leave your ego and mask at home, we are not here to impress anyone but to be ourselves with our strength, weakness, pride and shame. Come with an open/deep/emotional/complex thought and vulnerability. ● Ask open-ended questions and invite the other person to describe what a situation was like for them or how they felt. ● Don't hesitate to be vulnerable and share information about yourself if needed. Consider sharing personal information first to gain the other person's trust. ● Adopt an attitude of curiosity and genuine interest in what the other person is saying. Be thoughtful and try to put yourself in the other person's shoes so that you can see things from their perspective. Be truthful, caring and honest. ● Listen actively and ask follow-up questions. ● Be empathetic and offer emotional validation so that they feel seen and heard. It is forbidden to judge, but try to understand. ● ⏱ Be aware of your speaking time for Equally Speak. ● 🤫 Be aware never to provoke political or religious ideologies, but to accept differences of belief. Advice on non-violent communication can be given in the meeting to learn not to unintentionally hurt anyone when requested or needed. ● 🚨 Remember to maintain a safe, and benevolent environment. People who are considered to be disruptive, problematic or simply not in tune with the energy of the group will not be allowed to return. Finally, we're hug-friendly !!! 🤗

➡️ Réservation obligatoire depuis la billetterie : [https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-cafe-philo-etre-intelligent-nous-rend-il-meilleur-1978787396370](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-cafe-philo-etre-intelligent-nous-rend-il-meilleur-1978787396370) ☕ Les rencontres CAFÉ PHILO de l'Espace Le Moulin ☕ ⏰ Une à deux soirées par mois 💬 Pour dialoguer en profondeur, sur une question philosophique, en lien avec l’actualité. 🙋 Exercer sa pensée, pratiquer l'art de l'écoute et de la reformulation. 💚 Pendant cette période particulière que nous traversons, le besoin d'échanger sur des sujets profonds se fait essentiel ! L'actualité, à la fois riche et tragique, donne beaucoup de matière à réfléchir. Réfléchir... ou simplement réagir en pensant ses émotions ? C'est ce que nous verrons à travers nos prochains cafés philo, qui auront lieu dans notre espace. Ouvert à tous Tarif : 7 euros (boisson incluse)

Akemashite omedetô ! Bonne année à tous ! J'organise un atelier de japonais, apprentissage et conversation, **le vendredi 23 janvier 2026 à 18h30-20h chez iRASSHAi**, dans le quartier des Halles. **Cet atelier aura lieu à partir de 3 participants (y compris moi).** Cet atelier sera pour les débutants avancés / intermédiaires, pour vous aider à pratiquer les bases apprises, tout en continuant à apprendre de nouvelles choses (grammaire, vocabulaire, expressions...). Si vous savez vous présenter et parler des choses que vous aimez, et de vos quotidiens etc en japonais, cet atelier sera pour vous. Si vous êtes totalement débutants et que vous voulez découvrir l'atelier, n'hésitez pas à me contacter avant, pour que je puisse vous apporter des outils des premières leçons. Dans tous les cas venez en toute simplicité, on va prendre plaisir à parler ensemble de tout ce qui vous intéresse en japonais ! Au plaisir de vous voir, à vendredi ! Naoko

**Inscription obligatoire via ce lien :** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/billets-cafe-philo-doit-on-sengager-dans-le-monde-ou-le-quitter-943073236437?aff=oddtdtcreator Un café philo pour exercer sa pensée critique. Dans un monde saturé d’informations, penser devient un acte à part entière. Il ne s’agit pas de réagir à chaud ni d’échanger des opinions, mais d’exercer la pensée là où les évidences vacillent, où les émotions sont fortes, où les réponses toutes faites ne suffisent plus. Penser par soi-même ne va pas de soi ; cela demande du temps, de l’écoute, de la rigueur, et l’acceptation du désaccord. Ces rencontres invitent à pratiquer l’art du dialogue philosophique : non pour convaincre mais pour rendre pensables les tensions qui traversent notre époque. **Tarif unique :** 7€ **Nous trouver :** Espace Falguière, 12 rue Falguière 75015 Paris

After last week’s **amazing turnout and great vibes**, we didn’t hesitate for a second — **we’re heading back to Le Ginette** 🙌 If you were there, you know why. If you missed it… this is your chance 😉 Le Ginette has quickly become one of those places where the evening just *flows*: cozy but lively, easy conversations, people moving from table to table, laughter in the background, and that relaxed Friday feeling we all need after the week. This meetup is all about **connection without pressure**. Come for one drink or stay the whole evening. Chat with familiar faces, meet new people, and let the night unfold naturally. 🍻 **Special perks for our group during Happy Hour:** • **Beers**: Fischer, Affligem, Ciney, Gallia Blanche, Gallia NEPA • **Cocktails**: Mojito, Spritz, Sex on the Beach, Le Pink, Planteur • **Wines**: Rosé & White • **Soft drinks**: Orange & Pineapple juice Feel free to **invite friends**, colleagues, or anyone who enjoys relaxed social evenings — the vibe is open, friendly, and welcoming. 🍷 **Drink responsibly** Can’t wait to see you there and kick off the weekend together! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Après le **super succès de la semaine dernière et l’excellente ambiance**, une chose était évidente : **on revient chez Le Ginette** 🙌 Si tu étais là, tu sais pourquoi. Et si tu as raté ça… c’est le moment de te rattraper 😉 Le Ginette est devenu l’un de ces lieux où la soirée se fait toute seule : une ambiance cosy mais animée, des discussions qui s’enchaînent naturellement, des groupes qui se mélangent, des rires un peu partout… bref, le combo parfait pour un vendredi soir. Ce meetup, c’est avant tout un moment **simple et détendu**. Tu peux passer juste pour un verre ou rester toute la soirée. Retrouver des visages connus et découvrir de nouveaux. 🍻 **Avantages pour notre groupe pendant l’Happy Hour :** • **Bières** : Fischer, Affligem, Ciney, Gallia Blanche, Gallia NEPA • **Cocktails** : Mojito, Spritz, Sex on the Beach, Le Pink, Planteur • **Vins** : Rosé & Blanc • **Softs** : Jus d’orange & ananas N’hésite pas à **inviter des amis**, collègues ou connaissances : plus on est, plus l’ambiance est sympa. 🍷 **À consommer avec modération** Hâte de vous retrouver pour bien lancer le week-end !

Apero Philo! The THOUGHT+Drink Event on Sunday, 5 : 00 PM AGAIN : The Cafe Philo in English’s Apero- PHILO! Hello Philo Cafe friends! It will be from 5:00 to 9:00 at my St Michel home (address and info after RSVP). 1/2 hour meeting, 1 1/2 hour philo topic to be determined and discussed and another 1/2 hour to chat some and meet. Drinks and tidbits will be provided and there will be a 9 E Contribution. The attendance number is limited. Please RSVP for the apéro on Meetup : http://www.meetup.com/english-cafe-philo-in-paris/ IMPORTANT: Since we will be at most 16 in the main room of the place, reservations are mandatory and will be valid only when confirmed. Cancellations should be at the very latest 24 hours before. Welcome all and remember to write great topics ! (It’s easier if you do it beforehand!) Sincerely Michaelm 06 20 877 669 (cell) michaelrd@muszlak.com PS : Phone or inscribe for door code and address etc. If there is less than a given number it may be cancelled ! mm

**🎲 Jeux & Nouvelles Rencontres à Paris ! 🎉** Bonjour à tous ! 😊 Envie de rencontrer de nouvelles personnes tout en passant un moment ludique et convivial ? Rejoignez-nous pour un **après-midi jeux de société** au *Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde* ! Avec **plus de 200 jeux** à disposition, vous aurez l'embarras du choix pour briser la glace, élaborer des stratégies et partager des fous rires tout en créant de nouvelles amitiés ! 📍 **Lieu :** Le Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde, 19 Av. Victoria, 75001 Paris 💶 **Participation :** 5 € en espèces (pour l’organisation) + commande d’une boisson au bar 📱 **Contact :** **[Rejoignez notre groupe WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EQr7SpyBTsfFEvaMH84sAM)** (pour la localisation en direct pendant les événements et les mises à jour hebdomadaires). ### 🕒 Arrivée & Formation d’un groupe * Arrivez, récupérez votre badge prénom et commandez votre boisson 🍹 * Vous formerez un groupe de 4 à 6 personnes librement et volontairement selon votre heure d’arrivée *** ### 🔄 Comment ça marche * On joue en petits groupes de 4 à 6 personnes. * Vous êtes libre de rester avec votre groupe aussi longtemps que vous le souhaitez **ou** de changer de table à tout moment pour rencontrer de nouvelles personnes. * Toutes les \~40 minutes, l’organisateur passera aux tables pour proposer à ceux qui le souhaitent de changer de groupe. * Si vous voulez rejoindre un nouveau groupe mais ne savez pas où aller, n’hésitez pas à demander à l’organisateur — il se fera un plaisir de vous présenter. * Aucune pression : certains préfèrent rester avec le même groupe, d’autres adorent bouger et rencontrer du monde. Les deux options sont parfaitement OK ! * Après les parties, il y aura un moment libre pour discuter, rejouer à vos jeux préférés ou simplement faire connaissance. *** *** ❗ **Informations importantes :** • 📸 **Consentement aux images:** Des photos et vidéos pourront être prises durant l’événement à des fins promotionnelles. • Merci de nous informer à votre arrivée si vous préférez ne pas apparaître. • Merci d’arriver un peu en avance ou à l’heure pour faciliter l’organisation des groupes. • Ce n’est pas un événement de rencontres amoureuses, mais beaucoup d’amitiés durables (et parfois plus !) commencent ici. • Cet événement est avant tout un moment de plaisir, de partage et de compétition amicale — tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus ! *** ### 💡 **Pourquoi participer ?** ✅ La meilleure façon de rencontrer des personnes sympathiques et partageant vos centres d’intérêt dans une ambiance détendue. ✅ Avec plus de 200 jeux, il y a toujours quelque chose de nouveau et d’excitant à découvrir ! ✅ Les jeux de société favorisent naturellement la conversation, le travail d’équipe et les éclats de rire — fini les discussions gênantes ! ✅ Parfait pour les nouveaux arrivants, expatriés et locaux souhaitant élargir leur cercle social. ✅ Le Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde est l’un des bars à jeux les plus emblématiques de Paris, offrant une ambiance incroyable pour un après-midi inoubliable ! Venez avec un esprit ouvert, une envie de jouer et préparez-vous à passer un après-midi exceptionnel ! 🎉 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧 Hello everyone! 😊 Looking for a fun and social way to meet new people in Paris? Join us for a **board game afternoon** at *Le Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde*! Board games are one of the best ways to connect—with **over 200 games** to choose from, you'll have plenty of options to break the ice, strategize, and laugh your way to new friendships! 📍 **Location:** Le Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde, 19 Av. Victoria, 75001 Paris 💶 **Fee:** €5 in CASH + Order something from the bar 📱 **Contact:** **[Join our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EQr7SpyBTsfFEvaMH84sAM)** (for live location during events and weekly event updates) ### Arrival & Form a Group * Arrive, grab a name tag, and order your drink 🍹 * You will form a group of **4–6 people** freely and voluntarily based on arrival time ## 🔄 How the Event Works * We play in small groups of 4–6 people. * You’re free to stay with your group as long as you’d like **or** switch tables to meet new people at any time. * Every \~40 minutes, the host will come around and suggest a table change for those who want to mix things up. * If you’d like to join a new group but aren’t sure where to go, just ask the host — they’ll be happy to introduce you to a new table. * There’s no pressure: some people prefer staying with the same group, others love moving around. Both are totally fine! * After the game rounds, there’s free time to mingle, replay your favorite games, or just chat and connect. **❗ Important Notes:** * 📸 **Media Consent** Photos and videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes. **Let us know upon arrival if you prefer not to be featured.** * Please **be a little bit earlier or** **on time** so we can organize the groups smoothly. * While this isn’t a dating event, many lasting friendships (and even relationships!) start here. * This event is about **fun, connection, and friendly competition**—all skill levels are welcome! 💡 **Why Join?** ✅ The best way to meet **friendly, like-minded people** in a relaxed setting. ✅ With **200+ games**, there’s always something new and exciting to try! ✅ Board games naturally encourage **conversation, teamwork, and laughter**—no awkward small talk! ✅ Great for **newcomers, expats, and locals** looking to expand their social circle. ✅ *Le Dernier Bar avant la Fin du Monde* is one of Paris’ most iconic gaming bars, offering a fantastic atmosphere for an unforgettable afternoon! Bring an **open mind, a playful spirit, and get ready for an amazing afternoon!** 🎉

This event is 2:30pm Sunday. If snowfall is too much I will cancel the event by noon via meetup. You will receive a notice from them. Conversation tends toward intermediate/advanced, but everybody is welcome. If you come and don't see us right away, keep looking. We could be anywhere in the restaurant.

Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Optional topic for this meet up: Is life a dream? Is life a simulation? Dreams feel real while they last. Could life work the same way? How do we know we’re awake, and what follows if we can’t be sure? Let’s kick that around over a around of drinks: • What makes something feel real: continuity, shared evidence, or meaning? • How do we know we're not in a simulation? • How would you tell you’re awake (reality checks, memory, other people)? • If life is dreamlike, what becomes of free will and responsibility? • Is identity a story we keep telling—who’s the narrator? • Are we author, actor, or audience in our dreams and how would you tell? • Does art/film reveal reality or replace it? No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it’s fun.

ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio TBD Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!

Bienvenue! Columbus French Conversation group invites you to our Saturday morning French conversation club. Expect a casual and welcoming atmosphere in which to learn french! I will bring my laptop so we can look up new vocabulary as needed! The venue is a beautiful French restaurant so you can really get into the zone :)

We may pick a specific topic and post in advance or may discuss current events and various ad hoc topics . We would love to spend time hanging out and getting to know one another. Atheist, agnostics, other non-theists, and atheist-friendly people are welcome to join us. Note: COUNT operates a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions (http://www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions/) to promote discussions among members and visitors.

### Tools in your AI's Toolbox : An introduction to MCP Servers The generative AI revolution has unlocked unprecedented capabilities, but the next frontier is agency: empowering models to interact with, query, and act upon the world. The current challenge is the “N x M integration problem,” where every AI model requires a custom, brittle integration for each external tool or data source. This approach simply doesn’t scale. How can we give an AI access to our sales leads, code repositories, or IoT devices in a standardized, secure, and reusable way? This session introduces Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP), the open-source framework designed to solve this challenge and become the universal connector—the USB-C port—for AI. MCP standardizes how AI models discover and use external tools, moving beyond simple function-calling to a robust, client-server architecture. We will dive into how this open protocol is creating a new ecosystem for building powerful, context-aware AI agents. Join this session for a developer-focused introduction where you will learn how to: Understand the core concepts of the open-source Model Context Protocol and its architecture. Utilize pre-built, open-source MCP servers to instantly connect AI to tools like Git, Slack, and databases. Build a custom MCP server to securely expose your own proprietary data and APIs as tools for any compliant AI. Move beyond bespoke integrations and contribute to a standardized, collaborative, and open ecosystem. Stop building one-off connectors and start building intelligent agents. This session will give you the practical knowledge to leverage MCP and create the next generation of AI that doesn’t just talk, but does. Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!! [https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/](https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/)

[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).