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đ Language Exchange CafĂ© â Español & English | âĄCulture Shock Therapy
## â **Language Exchange CafĂ© â Español & English. Real connections âš**
**UbicaciĂłn:** Francis CafĂ© â Charcas 3251
**Horario:** 18:00 a 20:00
**Entrada:** $5.000 ARS / 5$
### **Español**
ÂżCansado de practicar idiomas solo con apps que no te contestan?
ÂżHarto de decir *âHow are you?â* y que nadie te pregunte de vuelta?
Este **Language Exchange CafĂ©** es para personas reales, conversaciones reales y cafĂ©s de verdad â
Nos juntamos en **Francis Café** para hablar **español, inglés (o spanglish sin culpa)**, intercambiar culturas y crear conexiones que no mueren cuando se termina el café.
No es una clase
No hay profesores
Nadie te corrige con cara de superioridad
Solo charlas relajadas, risas, acentos variados y ese momento mĂĄgico donde entendĂ©s⊠o fingĂs que entendĂ©s y seguĂs igual
Ideal para:
extranjeros, viajeros y locales curiosos
ïž practicar idiomas sin presiĂłn
conocer gente interesante en un ambiente tranquilo
VenĂ por el idioma.
Quedate por el café.
Y tal vez⊠por las conexiones reales âš
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**Location:** Francis CafĂ© â Charcas 3251
**Time:** 6:00 â 8:00 PM
**Entry fee:** $5,000 ARS
### **English**
Tired of practicing languages with apps that never reply?
Sick of saying *âHow are you?â* and no one asking back?
This **Language Exchange CafĂ©** is for real people, real conversations, and real coffee â
We meet at **Francis CafĂ©** to speak **Spanish, English (or guilt-free Spanglish)**, exchange cultures, and create connections that donât disappear when the coffee is gone.
Not a class
No teachers
No one correcting you with a superior look
Just relaxed chats, laughs, different accents, and that magical moment when you understand⊠or pretend you do and keep going
Perfect for:
expats, travelers, and curious locals
ïž practicing languages with zero pressure
meeting interesting people in a calm environment
Come for the language.
Stay for the coffee.
And maybe⊠for the real connections âš
Noches de juegos en la Ludoteca del Oeste
Detalles
ÂĄHola gente bella!
Como todos los miĂ©rcoles, les invitamos a pasar una noche lĂșdica en la Ludoteca del Oeste, un espacio comunitario para jugar, compartir y divertirnos.
đ DĂłnde: Biblioteca Mariano Moreno â Springolo 680, SĂĄenz Peña (zona oeste, cerca de la estaciĂłn)
đ Horario: De 19:00 hasta la 1, 2 o 2:30 am⊠¥hasta que caigan los dados!
Jugamos de todo:
Primero arrancamos con algunos fillers o party games para romper el hielo, y ya tipo 20 hs armamos mesas con lo que surja: euros pesados, cooperativos, drafting, roles ocultos⊠siempre hay variedad.
đ PodĂ©s venir sin juegos, ÂĄacĂĄ siempre sobran! Pero si querĂ©s traer los tuyos, mejor todavĂa.
đ Cada une se trae algo para comer o bien pedimos entre todes y dividimos.
đž La actividad no tiene entrada fija, solo pedimos una contribuciĂłn de $2000 para apoyar a la biblioteca.
âïž Si vas a venir, avisĂĄ asĂ te reservamos lugar en alguna mesa.
ÂĄTe esperamos para una noche llena de juegos y buena onda!
Terapia Access Bars , sesiones individuales en LA PLATA, Buenos Aires, Argentina
ÂżTe gustarĂa eliminar de tu cabeza todo lo que te limita? ÂżTe gustarĂa estar mĂĄs alegre y atraer la abundancia a tu vida? âTodo en la vida viene a mĂ con facilidad, alegrĂa y gloriaâ.
Los pensamientos son una forma de energĂa que tienen carga elĂ©ctrica. Cuando pensamos mucho nuestro cerebro se sobrecarga, lo que hace que Ă©ste se encuentre en una frecuencia de ondas Beta. Este tipo de frecuencia nos bloquea, dificulta enormemente la relajaciĂłn y eleva el nivel de estrĂ©s con los problemas que todo esto conlleva.
Access Bars es una tĂ©cnica de aplicaciĂłn manual que consigue, mediante unos suaves toques en ciertos puntos especĂficos de la cabeza, que las ondas cerebrales cambien, pasando de ondas Beta (estado de vigilia) a ondas Theta o Delta (estados de relajaciĂłn profunda).
ÂżPero es sĂłlo eso Access Bars?
Access Bars es un proceso que activa 32 barras energĂ©ticas situadas en la cabeza. Cada una de estas barras contiene informaciĂłn sobre determinadas ĂĄreas de la vida (dinero, control, creatividad, poder, sexualidad, cuerpo, envejecimiento, alegrĂa, tristeza, etc.). La informaciĂłn que dichas barras contienen son los puntos de vista que has ido creando y haciendo significativos a lo largo de tu existencia y que, de una forma u otra, te mantienen anclado y te impiden mejorar en algĂșn aspecto de tu vida.
Al ser estimuladas, las barras comienzan a descargarse y eliminar información (carga eléctrica). Se trata, literalmente, de formatear nuestro cerebro, como si de un disco duro se tratase.
ÂżSignifica eso que perderĂĄs informaciĂłn valiosa para ti? Âżque olvidarĂĄs nombres, datos importantes o recuerdos vitales? PARA NADA.
Access Bars no borra ese tipo de informaciĂłn, llamĂ©mosla objetiva, sino que, por ejemplo, harĂĄ desaparecer puntos de vista, percepciones como âlos hombres son malosâ o âhay que sufrir para conseguir lo que se quiereâ seas consciente de ellas o no. Estas ideas asentadas en tu mente estĂĄn limitando tu capacidad de recibir mucho mĂĄs de esta vida.
¿Y qué se siente después de que esas barras sean activadas en una sesión de Access Bars?
El primer sĂntoma suele ser una relajaciĂłn profunda como casi nunca antes se ha experimentado. Muchas personas se duermen durante la sesiĂłn, otras entran en un estado de entresueño, en el que parecen dormidas pero estĂĄn conscientes. En este estado de la mente, el inconsciente comienza a soltar y eliminar la basura acumulada durante años de forma suave y placentera. El segundo sĂntoma suele ser una sensaciĂłn de paz y claridad mental, muy poco comĂșn para la mayorĂa de las personas.
En los dĂas siguientes a la sesiĂłn te envuelve un sentimiento de mayor seguridad y confianza en ti mismo, mayor creatividad, mĂĄs soltura y alegrĂa a la hora de relacionarte, y mĂĄs placer y dinamismo en cuanto a lo fĂsico se refiere.
ÂżY a todo el mundo le pasa lo mismo? No, esto es lo que la mayorĂa describimos, en algunos casos la experiencia ha sido incluso mejor ÂżQuieres saber quĂ© mĂĄs sucede tras una sesiĂłn?
Los pensamientos limitantes y juicios que habitaban tu cabeza comienzan a desaparecer. Dejas de actuar en funciĂłn del pasado o del miedo al futuro para vivir plenamente conectado con el presente.
Lo que antes creĂas que era difĂcil o imposible sucede con menos o ningĂșn esfuerzo de tu parte. Las posibilidades infinitas empiezan a mostrarse en tu vida y por primera vez en años vuelves a tener posibilidad de elecciĂłn (real), no de elegir en base a tus pensamientos o sentimientos viejos y obsoletos que te limitaban, sino en base a tu conocimiento del momento presente.
Access Bars es el inicio de un cambio de paradigma y una forma diferente de obrar en el mundo. Resulta tan fåcil que parece mentira, lo sé, y tan profundo que deja boquiabierto a mås de una persona, pero cuando lo experimentes entenderås de lo que hablo.
LA PLATA - BUENOS AIRES - ARGENTINA (mayor parte del año)
SANTIAGO - CHILLAN - CHILE (consultar)
NYC - EEUU (Sept 2020)
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Make Friends: Not Small Talk - Deep talks & Coffee | đCulture Shock Therapy
Español Abajo
**âïž Coffee Talk: Where Conversations Are Stronger Than the Coffee âïž**
Had enough of awkward small talk and silent social gatherings? This is your chance to break free. Join us for a night of meaningful conversations about life, dreams, existential crises, and why we keep procrastinating our goals.
\*\* What to expect?\*\*
âïž Thought-provoking questions (but not too deep, we promise).
âïž Interesting people with zero interest in discussing traffic.
âïž Interactive dynamics that push you out of your comfort zoneâwithout feeling like a job interview.
If you're ready for an evening of deep conversations, great coffee, and a dash of sarcastic humor, save your spot before you regret it (again).
**Where?** Diletto â PerĂłn 4217 (because coffee without great conversations is just wasted caffeine).
**How much?** $5,000 ARS / $5 USD (yes, genuine connections have a price, but theyâre worth every cent).
**FOLLOW US**
**INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY**
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**âïžCoffee Talk: Donde las Conversaciones Son MĂĄs Fuertes que el CafĂ©âïž**
Si ya tuviste suficiente de las mismas charlas de ascensor y los silencios incómodos en reuniones sociales, este es tu evento. Aquà venimos a hablar de todo lo que realmente importa: la vida, los sueños, las crisis existenciales y por qué seguimos procrastinando nuestras metas.
\*\* ¿Qué puedes esperar?\*\*
âïž Preguntas que te harĂĄn pensar (pero no demasiado, prometemos).
âïž Gente interesante con cero ganas de hablar del trĂĄfico.
âïž DinĂĄmicas interactivas que te sacarĂĄn de tu zona de confort sin hacerte sentir en una entrevista de trabajo.
Si estås listo para una tarde de conversaciones profundas con café en mano y un toque de humor sarcåstico, reserva tu lugar antes de que te arrepientas (otra vez).
**ÂżDĂłnde?** Diletto â PerĂłn 4217 (porque el cafĂ© sin buenas conversaciones es solo cafeĂna desperdiciada).
**ÂżCuĂĄnto?** $5.000 ARS / $5 USD (sĂ, las conexiones genuinas tienen su precio, pero valen cada centavo).
**FOLLOW US**
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Wine Night
An evening where wine is enjoyed, shared, and transformed into an experience.
Get your ticket [HERE](https://www.passline.com/eventos/wine-night-8-edicion-el-arte-del-encuentro/speedfriendship) and join the event where you can drink as much as you want trying multiples Argentine brands
â More than 30 wineries with carefully selected labels
â A live Soda Stereo tribute band, letting you get swept away by the classics.
â Four food stalls, with diverse offerings to complement each glass. (Not included on the ticket)
â A unique space in the heart of Recoleta, designed for enjoyment and relaxation.
Also join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DtffU55EPzE2FiExCOGAGy?mode=gi_t) to meet others attending
See you!
đ»NETWORKING en PALERMO - đ CompartĂ y ConectĂĄ
đđŒ**AmpliĂĄ tu cĂrculo social y conectĂĄ con personas fuera de tu entorno habitual**. Te invitamos a un evento Ășnico donde podrĂĄs relajarte, disfrutar de una cerveza đ», y compartir experiencias en un ambiente cĂĄlido y distendido.
Si aĂșn no te animaste a participar, ÂĄes el momento! Este encuentro estĂĄ diseñado para conocer gente nueva, generar contactos valiosos y pasarla bien.
đ„Sabemos que el primer paso puede ser difĂcil, pero ya hemos organizado mĂĄs de **150 eventos**, y siempre recibimos tanto a participantes nuevos como a aquellos que vuelven una y otra vez.
El ambiente es abierto, ameno y perfecto para hacerte sentir parte de nuestra comunidad desde el primer momento.
Si eres nuevo en la ciudad, quieres sociabilizar, conocer y conectar con gente interesante, te animo a unirte y formar parte de nuestra comunidad.
đđŒ **El evento es GRATUITO**. El CONSUMO es OBLIGATORIO.
đ **Edades habituales**: entre 30 y 60 años.
ÂĄNo te pierdas esta oportunidad de expandir tus horizontes! ÂĄTe esperamos!
đ« Biodanza: Authentic Connection through Movement đ«đ«
đȘđžEspañol Abajo đ
đ« **Biodanza: ConexiĂłn autĂ©ntica a travĂ©s del movimiento** đ«đ«
Have you ever experienced this? You meet someone on the dance floor, share a rhythm, a glance, a smile. You donât even know their name, yet you feel a sense of connection and human unity. Thatâs Biodanza.
đč **What to expect?**
âïž Connecting with others in an authentic way â this time through the body
âïž No steps, no choreography. Two left feet are welcome!
âïž Inspiring movement invitations that awaken your inner child and reveal hidden potentials
If youâre ready to dive into the unknown and meet others in a direct, playful, and unpredictable way, this is your call! Remember: our bodies donât lie â they simply express what is alive within us.
đ **Where?** Centro Cultural âLa InsĂłlitaâ, Lezica 4044 (Almagro)
đ° **How much?** 23000$
If you come with a friend: there is a 2 for 1 promotion!
đđŒââïž **Who?** Your facilitator is Valerie Kattenfeld. She was trained by the family of the founders of Biodanza and loves guiding group processes that foster human connection in safe, non-judgmental spaces â using dance as her main tool.
đ **What to bring?** Wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move easily, both standing and on the floor. Bring a bottle of water.
â **And afterwards?** Join us for a coffee at Diletto nearby!
**FOLLOW US**
**INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY / @valeriekattenfeld**
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***
đ« **Biodanza: ConexiĂłn autĂ©ntica a travĂ©s del movimiento** đ«đ«
ÂżAlguna vez viviste esta experiencia? ConocĂ©s a alguien en la pista de baile, comparten un ritmo, una mirada, una sonrisa. Ni siquiera sabĂ©s su nombre y, sin embargo, sentĂs una complicidad y una profunda conexiĂłn humana. Eso es Biodanza.
đč **ÂżQuĂ© podĂ©s esperar?**
âïž Conectar con otras personas de manera autĂ©ntica â esta vez a travĂ©s del cuerpo
âïž Sin pasos, sin coreografĂas. ÂĄBienvenidas las personas con dos pies izquierdos!
âïž Propuestas de movimiento inspiradoras que despiertan tu niño interior y evocan potenciales tapadas
Si estĂĄs lista/o para sumergirte en lo desconocido y encontrarte con otras personas de una manera directa, lĂșdica e impredecible, esta es tu invitaciĂłn. RecordĂĄ: el cuerpo no miente, simplemente expresa lo que estĂĄ vivo en nuestro interior.
đ **ÂżDĂłnde?** Centro Cultural âLa InsĂłlitaâ, Lezica 4044 (Almagro)
đ° **ÂżCuĂĄnto?** 23.000$ Si venis con alguien hay una promo 2x1!
đđŒââïž **ÂżQuiĂ©n?** La facilitadora es Valerie Kattenfeld. Se formĂł con la familia de los fundadores de Biodanza y le apasiona acompañar procesos grupales que fomentan la conexiĂłn humana en espacios seguros y libres de juicio, utilizando la danza como herramienta principal.
đ **ÂżQuĂ© traer?** VenĂ con ropa cĂłmoda que te permita moverte con facilidad, tanto de pie como en el suelo. TraĂ© una botella de agua.
â **ÂżY despuĂ©s?** ÂĄDespuĂ©s de Biodanza podĂ©s sumarte a un cafĂ© en Diletto, que queda cerquita!
**SEGUINOS**
**INSTAGRAM: @CULTURE.SHOCKTHERAPY / @valeriekattenfeld**
[https://www.instagram.com/culture.shocktherapy/](instagram)
NightCrawl BA
Join our **Night Crawl**!
WeÂŽre planning an unforgotable night to make great memories and friendships
â ïž NEW: The tour is for people aged 25 or older. If youâre younger you can join on Fridays (write us for more details)
ITINERARY:
8:30 PM to 10:00 PM: First bar with complimentary pizza
10:00 PM to 11:30 PM: Second bar with a welcome shot
11:30 PM to 1:00 AM: Third bar with a welcome shot
1:00 AM to 7:00 AM: Nightclub with priority entrance
We have a [group chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GmBhFW6tFYX4XExOmrjgDa) to meet others attending
ïž How to get the entrance?
- On [Passline](https://www.passline.com/eventos/nightcrawl-488189)
- At the first venue
If you buy it before Saturday, itâs cheaper
âš What is included?
- Pizza in the first bar
- A shot in the second and third bar
- Club entry withoutt queue
- Games to meet other friends
- The best energy to make it an unforgettable night
See you!
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ÂĄĂnete a nuestro Night Crow!
Estamos planeando una noche inolvidable para crear grandes recuerdos y amistades
â ïž NUEVO: El tour es para mayores de 25 años. Si eres menor, puedes unirte los viernes (escrĂbenos para mĂĄs informaciĂłn).
ITINERARIO:
20:30 a 22hrs: Primer bar con bandejeo de pizza incluido
22 a 23:30hrs: Segundo bar con shot de bienvenida
23:30 a 1am: Tercer bar con shot de bienvenida
1am a 7am: Club nocturno con entrada preferencial
Hay un [chat grupal](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GmBhFW6tFYX4XExOmrjgDa) para conocer a otros asistentes
ïž ÂżCĂłmo conseguir la entrada?
- En [Passline](https://www.passline.com/eventos/nightcrawl-488189)
- En el primer bar, en efectivo.
⚠¿Qué incluye?
- Pizza en el primer bar
- Un shot en el segundo y tercer bar
- Entrada al club sin filas
- Juegos para conocer gente
- El mejor ambiente para una noche inolvidable
ÂĄNos vemos!
BA Coworking Coffee Meetup - Palermo (Venue provided on WhatsApp group)
please join our WhatsApp group to confirm cafe address and your assistance! https://tally.so/r/w4AO7X
Join us for an afternoon of networking, collaboration, and inspiration at the BA Coworking Coffee Meetup. Whether you're a remote worker, freelancer, startup founder, or any other creative professional, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and expand your professional and social network. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, bring your enthusiasm, and let's build a supportive community of creatives together. Venue details will be shared on our WhatsApp group, so make sure to RSVP and join us for a productive and enjoyable morning of coworking and entrepreneurship!
Spanglish Thursday Language Exchange Palermo - Every Thursday
How does it work?
Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, youâll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers.
https://youtu.be/blo5nNjgMBc
https://youtu.be/xk04lA9x3qQ
https://youtu.be/2TJMigrxiwI
There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you wonât want one! Spanglish starts during the 30 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers â about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, youâll head to an assigned table for your first one-on-one conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes â the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish â and then move on to a new conversation partner. By the second rotation we promise youâll be having so much fun youâll forget youâre learning.
What do we talk about at Spanglish?:
Whatever you want! There are no set topics. We talk about everything from our favorite superheroes to our favorite restaurants â itâs the best way to practice another language â hanging out in a relaxing environment and talking about stuff you know and like!
Who attends Spanglish?
Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills.
How much does it cost?
AR$10000 at the event.
Get the Spanglish package 4 events AR$28000
Enjoy the virtual language exchange events for FREE
You can find more information on our website http://www.spanglishexchange.com and see pictures of the events at facebook.com/SpanglishBuenosAires
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âșHOW TO BE PART?
Go directly to the bar during the check in time and you will find a Spanglish Staff who will register you!
âșHOW DOES IT WORK?
Get paired with native speakers in a series of 10-minute conversations during every two-hour session. Attending as little as two times a week, for 2 hours at a time, youâll meet and practice with an unparalleled number of native speakers.
There is no shortcut to Spanish fluency - but Spanglish is so fun you wonât want one! Spanglish starts during the 40 minute check in: Get to know the other Spanglishers â about half of the attendees at every event are new! After a little bit of ice-breaking, youâll head to an assigned table for your first conversation. No need to worry about making mistakes â the person sitting across from you is in the same boat! You converse for 5 minutes in english, 5 in Spanish â and then move on to a new group of conversation partners. By the second rotation we promise youâll be having so much fun youâll forget youâre learning.
âșWHO ATTENDS SPANGLISH?
Study abroad students, international students, local Argentine students studying English and anyone looking for a flexible, affordable, and comfortable environment to practice their conversation skills.
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Quarterly Goals Reset for Product Professionals
One of the most valuable parts of this community is the opportunity to think out loud with other product professionals. This session is built for exactly that.
As we wrap up the quarter, itâs a great time to pause and reflect. Whatâs on track? What needs adjustment? Where could a small shift create bigger impact?
Join fellow product professionals for a focused, interactive conversation designed to help you recalibrate for the next quarter. Youâll have the opportunity to share where you are, hear how others are thinking through similar challenges, and gain fresh perspective you can bring back to your team and organization.
Weâll gather at 8:00AM, with discussion starting promptly at 8:15AM.
đ First Watch - 7227 N High St
Located in: The Shops at Worthington
Ample parking is available.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Start your morning with clarity and connection â we hope to see you there! âïž
Brunch Club: Make New Friends
â ïž **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**Join the Columbus City Brunch Club and make new friends!**
Each meetup brings together 4â6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyoneâs a good fit.
đ **To attend, youâll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
Weâll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan.
**Why this works:**
\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier.
\* Discover new restaurants in your city, together.
\* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe.
\* If you hit it off with your group, thereâs plenty of time to hang out afterwards.
**Note:**
RSVPs on Meetup donât reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder.
This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
From Idea to Working App in Minutes: The Agentic Development with Amazon Kiro
Discover Kiro, AWSâs innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way.
In this session, speakers will explore Kiroâs core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents.
In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiroâs agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding.
What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy
Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025
Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs
Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving
Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows.
**Speakers Bio:**
Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/)
Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect â Associate, AWS Certified Developer â Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry.
Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/)
**THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/
**DIRECTIONS**
Franklin University
Fisher Hall
300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8
Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map.
NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Casual Boardgames - make friends, then beat them in games
Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations.
â©We started this group to meet new people and make new friends, and bonding over games in a relaxed atmosphere is a great way to do that.
We currently meet near route 23 and Polaris Parkway, and this is close to areas like Powell, Lewis Center, Worthington, and parts of Westerville and Columbus.
â©Feel free to bring your own games or play one of the many games our members bring. If you are inexperienced, we will help you learn.
â©Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play.
â©Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 WondersâŠ
â©Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, WerewordsâŠ
â©IMPORTANT:
â©1. While we love playing a variety of games and competing, we are not just about the games. We interact and talk while playing, and this leads to a lot of laughter and fun. If you just want to compete and focus solely on the game, then this is probably not the group you are looking for.
â©2. Many people join groups like this and never (or rarely) show up after weeks or months. If you join and never really come, we will eventually remove you from the group as a courtesy to our members. Why? Because limiting group conversations (on the app) to regular members makes communication and planning much easier. Also, while it may be rare, it protects members from people who join because they are interested in following a person instead of having a real interest in our group. If you get removed, it is just because you havenât come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.
Columbus Yarn Club at the Grandview Heights Library
12:45-3:45 in the Meeting Room on the library lowest level. Bring your yarn projects, meet new friends.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP yes. If you canât attend, please change your RSVP to no. This helps anyone who is waitlisted and it allows me to have an accurate count of attendees as our space is quite limited.
Plenty of parking in the lot, in the overflow lot across the street, and on the street.
See you there!
Winter Note: If the weather is bad and I have to cancel the Meetup, i will issue the cancellation not later than 10 a.m. of that day.
BeComing Circle Initiates
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Instructor - Crow, HPS
Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange
RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642.
Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online.
Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only
Please come prepared for ritual.
Blessings ~ Crow
Soul Soothing Sound Bath
Join Sacred Sound Alchemy Columbus for a transformative Sound Bath experience that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Immerse yourself in the powerful vibrations of various sound instruments like crystal singing bowls and rain drums, carefully orchestrated to balance your chakras and uplift your spirit. The soothing sounds will help you release negative energy, reduce stress, and promote deep relaxation.
This event is perfect for those seeking a moment of tranquility and a chance to connect with their inner selves. Whether you are new to sound healing or a seasoned practitioner, you will benefit from the harmonious frequencies that will resonate with your body and soul. Come and allow yourself to be enveloped in a wave of healing energy, leaving you refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for life's next chapter.
Please bring something comfortable to lay on like a yoga mat. Being a pillow for your head or for under your knees and a blanket to cover over yourou. The library can get cold. Bring some water to help flush your body for after the session.



















