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LGBTQ+ Happy Hour Meetup @ Spark Social
**NEW EVENT!!!** Please be sure to RSVP on **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986966235498?aff=oddtdtcreator)** so we have an accurate guest list.
Looking for a way to meet people off the apps but can't commit to joining a kickball team?
Come join us for a fun and friendly **in-person** gathering! It’s the perfect chance to meet new people, share stories, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with the **LGBTQ+ community**. Whether you're looking to make friends or just hang out, everyone’s welcome. Grab your favorite drink and let’s make some great memories together!
**When you arrive, ask for the owner of Spark Social, Nick Tsusaki and sit with the "Party of Six" group.** There will also be a sign on a table. Be sure to let Nick know you are there from Go Gay DC. Order on your own from the [menu](https://spark-dc.com/pages/menu-2) if you wish.
This fun event is free to attend. We hope to see you there. In addition to coffee selections, the venue offers a good food and drinks [menu](https://spark-dc.com/pages/menu-2 "https://spark-dc.com/pages/menu-2"). $10 signature cocktails; $7 premium rail; $5 grilled cheese. This event is for ages 21+.
**Metro Directions:** Be eco-friendly. U Street Metro (Yellow/Green line) is only a few blocks away. The venue is adjacent to Crush Bar.
This event is a safe space for everyone under the rainbow. This event is for
ages 21+.
Please feel free to invite all your friends to join you there!
This event is hosted by **[Go Gay DC](https://www.gogaydc.com "https://www.gogaydc.com")**, Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit [https://www.gogaydc.com](https://www.gogaydc.com "https://www.gogaydc.com") . Go Gay DC's founder is **[TJ Flavell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjflavell/ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjflavell/")**.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Mingle with fabulous LGBTQ+ folk and allies. Bring your friends and meet new people from all over the world.
Casual attire is fine.
You are welcome regardless of where you live. Guests from DC, Maryland, and Virginia often attend.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
[https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC)
Like the Facebook Page
[https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC)
Follow on Instagram
[https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC](https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC)
Follow on Threads
[https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDC](https://www.threads.com/@gogaydc)
Follow on Bluesky
[https://gogaydc.bsky.social/](https://gogaydc.bsky.social/)
Follow on X
[https://www.x.com/GoGayDC](https://www.x.com/GoGayDC)
Watch on YouTube
[https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC](https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC)
LinkedIn
[https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZG1DTnM0VnJybG83U3FWcnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR765Xxf5t8wFzbCac74QNX3p0Bs2oT0drXZoOmLV63J8cURMl3ta5b8iP3ztg_aem_nSdndpxd5-hXJ8myNF2_vQ)
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Grafana & Friends DC: AI & Observability
🗒️ **Details**
Grafana 13 just dropped at GrafanaCON 2026 and we're not wasting any time. Join us at Clare & Don's Beach Shack in Falls Church, VA for a free meetup where we dig into what's actually new, what it means for your stack, and where observability is heading.
If you work in DevOps, SRE, or platform engineering in the DMV, this is your people. Whether you've been running Grafana for years or you're just getting started, you'll leave with something useful.
📋 **Agenda**
🎉 **5:30 – 6:00 — Kick-Off & Check-In** Grab a plate of food, meet the people around you, and get settled in. We're at Clare & Don's so the vibes are already taken care of!
🎙️ **6:00 – 6:30 — Rob Santos: Grafana 13 & AI in Observability** Grafana Assistant is now baked into the platform and it changes a lot. Rob breaks down what's new in Grafana 13, how AI is reshaping the way teams monitor and troubleshoot, and what it actually looks like in practice. No sales pitch, just real talk.
[Rob Santos, Senior Solutions Engineer @ Grafana Labs](https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-j-santos/)
🎙️ **6:30 – 7:00 — Christopher Field: Building ML-Powered Apps with Grafana** Christopher shares how Theia Scientific built a custom application platform that combines Grafana, machine learning, and Jupyter notebooks to power materials research and non-destructive testing workflows. A cool real-world example of Grafana being used way outside the typical use case.
*[Christopher Field, Co-Founder, President & Principal Investigator @ Theia Scientific](https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisrfield/)*
💬 **7:00 – 7:45 — Networking & Open Q&A** Bring your questions, your war stories, and your opinions. This is where the good conversations happen.
🔚 **7:45 – 8:00 — Wrap Up**
***
**Spots are free but limited — grab yours before they're gone.**
We look forward to seeing you there!
**Parking info** — your best bet is the free public parking garage located next to the Whole Foods Market nearby. It's easy to find and the most convenient option.
***
📌 **P.S.** Stick around until the end — we're raffling off two things:
🎁 A Grafana swag bundle
🔧 A $100 gift card to Craftsman Autoshop in Vienna, VA with a goodie basket
🤖 Build With Me #2: Product to Automation (OpenClaw Workflows)
# 🤖 **Build With Me #2:** Build Your Personal AI Machine, Live
🗓 Wednesday \| 6–8 PM
📍 Venue: AWS Skills Center
You’ve seen it in action… Now you want one for yourself!
In this session, we’ll set up your own AI system capable of building and developing anything you can think up.
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## ⚡ What You’ll See
* Setting up your own AI system in real time to think, build, and operate any product or business
* Connecting AWS, ChatGPT, OpenClaw, and Telegram into one working system
* Using your phone or computer to develop ideas, research questions, discuss specs, and ship real products
***
## 🧠 What You’ll Learn
* We’ll create your own personal AI assistant live together
* How AI can help you keep building websites, app ideas, business tools, and other projects from anywhere
***
## 🧰 Tools We’ll Explore
* OpenClaw
* AWS
* ChatGPT
* Telegram
***
## 🎯 Who This Is For
* Beginners to advanced who want a practical AI setup they can use right away for any idea
* People with business ideas, app ideas, or side projects they want help moving forward
* Anyone who attended Session 1
***
# What to Bring
* Your laptop so we can set up the tools.
\*You do not need to know AWS or the other tools before coming.
\*Anyone can join even if you missed session 1.
One setup.
The most powerful digital machine ever known, in your pocket..
LGBTQ+ Happy Hour Meetup @Spark Social
Please be sure to RSVP on **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986966235498?aff=oddtdtcreator)** so we have an accurate guest list.
**When you arrive, ask for the owner of Spark Social, Nick Tsusaki and sit with the Party of Six group.** Be sure to let Nick know you are there from Go Gay DC. Order on your own from the [menu](https://spark-dc.com/pages/menu-2).
Come join us for a fun and friendly **in-person** gathering! It’s the perfect chance to meet new people, share stories, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with the **LGBTQ+ community**. Whether you're looking to make friends or just hang out, everyone’s welcome. Grab your favorite drink and let’s make some great memories together!
This event is free to attend. We hope to see you there. In addition to coffee selections, the venue offers a good food and drinks [menu](https://spark-dc.com/pages/menu-2). $10 signature cocktails; $7 premium rail; $5 grilled cheese.
**Metro Directions:** Be eco-friendly. U Street Metro (Yellow/Green line) is only a few blocks away. The venue is adjacent to Crush Bar.
This event is a safe space for everyone under the rainbow. This event is for
ages 21+.
Please feel free to invite all your friends to join you there!
This event is hosted by **[Go Gay DC](https://www.gogaydc.com)**, Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit [https://www.gogaydc.com](https://www.gogaydc.com) . Go Gay DC's founder is **[TJ Flavell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjflavell/)**.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Mingle with fabulous LGBTQ+ folk and allies. Bring your friends and meet new people from all over the world.
Casual attire is fine.
You are welcome regardless of where you live. Guests from DC, Maryland, and Virginia often attend.
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow.
Go Gay DC is on social media:
Join the Facebook Group
[https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC)
Like the Facebook Page
[https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC)
Follow on Instagram
[https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC](https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC)
Follow on Threads
[https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDC](https://www.threads.com/@gogaydc)
Follow on Bluesky
[https://gogaydc.bsky.social/](https://gogaydc.bsky.social/)
Follow on X
[https://www.x.com/GoGayDC](https://www.x.com/GoGayDC)
Watch on YouTube
[https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC](https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC)
LinkedIn
[https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZG1DTnM0VnJybG83U3FWcnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR765Xxf5t8wFzbCac74QNX3p0Bs2oT0drXZoOmLV63J8cURMl3ta5b8iP3ztg_aem_nSdndpxd5-hXJ8myNF2_vQ)
Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Two-spirit Straight Allies
BCC May Happy Hour
Join us for our May happy hour! For those that don't drink, the bar has mocktails and sodas.
**Getting there:**
* Punchbowl is on the end of the building, **across from South Block**
We plan to be on the first floor bar, right when you walk in.
* **Metro:** PB is a block and a half away from the Ballston Metro stop
* **Parking:** there is street parking and the mall also offers really cheap parking. $1 an hour for the first three hours.
🚴 Anacostia Park Paceline (APP)
**Join us for the APP mid-week training ride at Anacostia Park.**
**This is a structured paceline workout designed to build fitness and group riding skills.**
**📍 Meet: Anacostia Park – Skating Pavilion**
**🕖 Roll Out: Wednesdays at 7:00 AM**
**Ride Format**
**• Starts around 18 mph**
**• Speed increases every 4-mile loop**
**• Ride as many laps as you can hold**
**Bring lights, good energy, and be ready to roll at 7:00 sharp.**
**See you at the park 🚴♂️**
Mid-Week Rhythm Refresh
[Book Your Classes by Clicking This Link! ](https://crowndancestudio.com/group-classes/)
Break up your week with a burst of energy and social connection from **1:00 AM to 2:00 PM!** Our Wednesday daytime series focuses on Latin American rhythms styles, helping retirees and daytime learners build muscle memory and confidence. We provide personalized attention to ensure every student feels comfortable and successful on the floor while learning the Cha Cha, Rumba, & Swing.
Price: $25 Drop-in / Membership DOES NOT include this class!
Apache Spark Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Architecting Governed Healthcare Data Platforms on AWS
Healthcare organizations are increasingly using cloud-based real-world evidence (RWE) platforms to power clinical research, population health analytics, and AI-driven insights. However, building these systems on AWS introduces complex governance challenges around privacy, compliance, and multi-institution collaboration.
This session explores how to architect data governance into healthcare analytics platforms on AWS, focusing on practical design patterns rather than policy theory. We examine how ethical data stewardship principles such as consent, accountability, and responsible data use, can be implemented using cloud-native controls and services.
The presentation walks through key architectural considerations for secure RWE platforms on AWS, including role-based access control, auditability, data minimization, and encryption, and how these capabilities support compliance requirements such as HIPAA and GDPR. Attendees will learn how federated, multi-account AWS architectures enable collaboration across institutions while preserving local data ownership and control.
We will also discuss privacy-preserving analytics patterns on AWS, including approaches that support federated learning, differential privacy, and secure computation to enable AI-driven insights without exposing raw patient data. Practical implementation trade-offs such as performance, scalability, and operational complexity will be highlighted using real-world platform scenarios.
Attendees will leave with actionable AWS architecture patterns and governance strategies for building secure, compliant, and scalable real-world evidence platforms that unlock innovation while maintaining patient trust.
Takoma Park Bluegrass Block Party!
We are closing down the 6900 block of Laurel Avenue in downtown Takoma Park MD to celebrate spring with live bluegrass music. The SMT advanced bluegrass ensemble class will open the show, then Justin Heath willbe joining Bebe Blumenthal and Cory Chubb to headline.
This is a free, family friendly, event with food and drinks available from great local restaurants, and picnic tables where you can enjoy the music and meet your neighbors.
Learn more: https://jheathmusic.com/lessons/upcoming-events/takoma-park-bluegrass-block-party/
Co-sponsored by the DC Bluegrass Union, and Main Street Takoma
Jam in the Park! 1-3 All skill levels * Bring your own SONGBOOKS * WEATHER
**Info below: Welcome! Download Songbook, Seating**
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\*\* WEATHER: Please check the your email before heading to the jam. I will send out an email if it will be cancelled due to rain. \*\*
\*\* SAFETY: Please note by participating in this event you agree to the Health and Safety Waiver/Release below \*\*
***
**ALL Jammers! All Instruments! All Skill Levels Welcome!**
JOIN US FOR A JAM - IT IS A GREAT WAY TO:
* Get in some practice time
* Learn new songs
* Socialize with other musicians
* Build your confidence
Come join us make music together!
Anyone who can play any instrument at any skill level is welcome to stay and play for some or all of the Jam. We all play and sing songs from our song books of lyrics and chords. Everyone gets a chance to pick a song or pass. No pressure!
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**a. BRING SONGBOOKS: Please DOWNLOAD our TWO song books.**
Download our TWO song books: at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mhpjam/files/
b. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety is our number one priority! We want to be sure everybody attending the jam understands personal responsibilities to keep themselves and others safe.
By attending this event you agree to the terms of the HEALTH AND SAFETY WAIVER which can be found in any one of the following:
1. At this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mhpjam/permalink/2276132525918969
2. At this link: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/gzfqo4fnw0a2268zr95nx/MITCHELL-PARK-JAM-HEALTH-AND-SAFETY-WAIVER-RELEASE.pdf?rlkey=gztmv5k1shtxunjkc40hj5ij6&st=rek95rkg&dl=0
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Only people who are fully vaccinated can attend. Local laws allow for some exceptions to this rule. Please contact me if you fall under these exceptions so we can make the appropriate arrangements. All members should follow CDC and Washington, D.C. guidelines. In addition, please respect other members needs for space.
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c. FACEBOOK: Join the Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mhpjam/
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d. SEATING: You may want to bring a chair as seating may be limited.
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e. LOCATION: The jam will be held at Mitchell Park in Washington, DC. You can find our exact location on this map: https://bit.ly/mhpjamloc1
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d. DONATIONS: Suggested donations: $2 per jam -OR- $5 per month -OR- $20 per 6 months. You can Venmo @Eric-Cohen-114
Meetup costs money. Eric pays for most of the costs out of his own pocket, but he asks you to help defray some of the costs with a small donation. Thank you.
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30 Day Chart Challenge!
Join Data Visualization DC for a meetup to learn about generative UI with Prefect's Jeremiah Lowin!
Doors 5:30
Presentation starts 6:15
Please RSVP on luma ([https://luma.com/b4qfsjpl](https://luma.com/b4qfsjpl)) for building security.
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Got Data Viz? Sign up for a viz and tell and share your work for a few minutes. All are welcome!
[https://forms.gle/9a3ssbVbwQFjpWdY8](https://forms.gle/9a3ssbVbwQFjpWdY8)
Data Viz DC is a member of Data Community DC, a nonprofit dedicated to data education in the nation's capital. Learn more at [www.dc2.org](http://www.dc2.org/)
Yoga for Everyone – Gentle Flow & Meditation
Theme: Gentle Flow Yoga & Meditation
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Time: Sunday 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Location: Bluemont park
Cost: Free
What to bring: Yoga mat, water, comfortable clothing
Location: Basketball court of Bluemont park, google map 38°52'06.2"N 77°07'52.0"W
Parking: South Bluemont Parking Area
About the session
*A gentle flow-based yoga session to move, stretch, and reconnect with your body.
We may include simple breathing techniques and a short meditation session.
- This is not a high-intensity class.
You are welcome to go at your own pace and take breaks anytime.
*Suitable for beginners and regular practitioners.
Notes
- Light food is recommended before practice
*Outdoor session: feel free to bring sunscreen, towel, or anything you need
- Please be mindful of your own body and practice within your limits
By joining, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health and well-being during the session.
About the host
200h Yoga Teacher Training (2019)
Long-term yoga practitioner and part-time teacher
🌿 May you find a moment of ease and connection in your practice.
**Smiley Social documents:**
1. [Group Rules](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HrG35p_0M08leRvCp8XWG3CMkr_GL928XFabl5T6Dvg)
2. [Liability Waiver](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W2mq-7m99lmvd7gdWYaSUFtvVg4UGnzV6koafAbHmco)
Bikablo Basics - Day 1
**Begin your bikablo journey!**
In this very full training day, you will learn and practice how to do all of the following and walk out the door with skills you can use at work (or play) the very next day!
* Learn to hold the pen, draw clean lines, and structure your space on the flip chart
* Create graphics and text containers/geometric shapes, objects and symbols
* Discover the easy ways the bikablo® method provides to draw people, roles, groups, and situations
* Use simple and fast options to color elements and spaces to support the graphic structure
* Improve your handwriting—make it more legible and attractive—on flip charts… and more!
**Location:**
**IN PERSON** at Brian's Lizard Brain Studio in Herndon, Virginia. Exact address to be shared with registered participants.
**Cost:**
$600, payable to Jill Greenbaum. Go to Jill's calendar [here](www.jillgreenbaum.com/calendar), to choose and register for this course.
**You MUST register with Jill to attend!**
😀 3rd Friday Spades in VA@Nando's in the Mosaic District-Posted in 10+ Groups
♠️ Spades in Virginia! ♠️
Nando's Peri Peri, Mosaic District
2987 District Ave Ste 100,
Fairfax, VA 22031
🌟 3rd Friday Spades in Virginia!
🕕 6:30pm to 10:30pm
😀 **Posted in multiple groups. So, expect a nice crowd.**
🚗 Parking is FREE!!!
🍷 Alcoholic beverages are available! Please support the business by purchasing food/drinks.
✅️ No partner needed! Get matched with a partner onsite. All skill levels are welcome.
❤️ Come hang out with a friendly and welcoming group. Meet new people and have a great time!
🌟 The fun starts at 7pm! RSVP today.
Apache Spark Events Near You
Connect with your local Apache Spark community
Learn all things Data Science and Compete on Kaggle
We will be meeting at Starbucks to learn together. Come with an online class you're already going through or an interest and we will try to connect you with a course where you can learn it. Already have a skill you want to contribute to a Kaggle Datascience competition? We will work on these too! Laptop required :)
In-Person Buddhist Meditation and Psychology Group
This group is for anyone who wants to explore Buddhist meditation in a relaxed and supportive setting. Each session includes a short meditation, a simple teaching from Buddhist psychology, and an open discussion about how these ideas show up in everyday life. While our foundation is Buddhist practice, we love weaving in wisdom from other traditions whenever it helps us grow, find peace, and support each other. Members of our community come from many different backgrounds, and you do not need to consider yourself a Buddhist to attend. All are welcome.
The session runs from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., with doors open from 6:30 to 9:00. Come early or stay after if you’d like to enjoy some quiet reflection or casual conversation with the community.
On the first Wednesday of each month, we share a potluck meal. Bring a dish if you’d like, but the most important thing you can bring is yourself. We look forward to seeing you!
Domain-Specific Small Language Models
Join us for another session of our study group as we continue our coverage of the book Domain-Specific Small Language Models. In this session, we will attempt to cover Chapters 13 on "Creating end-to-end applications", which explores RAG and Agents and Chapter 14, on "Advanced Components for LLM Applications", which explores GraphRAG.
This isn't just a lecture! Come ready to ask questions, share insights, and code along. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this is the perfect opportunity to continue to learn together. If you plan to work with the code on your own laptop during the session, try and download the code from here https://github.com/virtualramblas/Domain-Specific-Small-Language-Models ahead of time.
Art Sparks: Floral Festival: Haymarket Gainesville
**Art Sparks: Floral Festival: Haymarket Gainesville**
Ages 10 and Up
Flower pens, floral bookmarks, mushroom, moss, Hedge Hobbit, Goblin Grim, and Fae creations - there's a craft for every vibe!
0 to 1 with AI: Real Product Talks
**ProductTank NoVA is back!**
After a brief hiatus, we are relaunching the chapter with a format that cuts out the fluff and gets straight to the reality of building.
Every product feed is flooded with AI hype right now, but what does it actually look like on the ground? Instead of a polished keynote, we are hosting **0 to 1 with AI: Real Product Talks**—a "Show & Tell" featuring 3–4 lightning talks focused on the intersection of AI and product.
The framing for the talks is simple: *"Here is what I'm building, and here is what I'm stuck on."* We want to look at the messy, 0-to-1 reality of integrating AI into your workflows and products.
*(Want to share what you are working on? Reach out! The bar is low-pressure, just 10–12 minutes to talk about a real AI problem you are trying to solve.)*
**Agenda:**
* **5:30 PM - 6:00 PM:** Doors open, networking, & name tags
* **6:00 PM - 6:10 PM:** Welcome + Chapter Relaunch Intro
* **6:10 PM - 7:30 PM:** Lightning Talks (Three 12-min talks + 5 mins Q&A each, with a 5-min stretch break)
* **7:30 PM - 8:00 PM:** Open networking
* **8:00 PM:** Soft close
**Location & Logistics:** Herndon Fortnightly Library (Extended Hours Meeting Room) 768 Center St, Herndon, VA 20170
* **Parking:** We'll meet at the library, located just behind the Herndon Municipal Center. There is plenty of free public parking available around the municipal center.
* **Metro & Bus:** Take the Silver Line to Herndon Metro Station, then connect via Fairfax Connector Route 921 or 950 to Historic Downtown Herndon.
* **Driving (via VA-267/Dulles Toll Rd):** Take Exit 10 North (Centreville Rd, which becomes Elden St). Turn left onto Station St or Lynn St.
* **Driving (via VA-286/Fairfax Co Pkwy):** Take the Elden St West exit. Turn right onto Lynn St.
Looking forward to seeing everyone again and getting back to building!
Introduction to Japanese Calligraphy
🖌️Learn the elegant art of Japanese🖌️Calligraphy in a single, focused project!
👉**Registration** is **Online Only** at: https://portal.nova-labs.org/event-6658078 ***(No drop-ins accepted.)***
🕒**When:** Sunday, 31 May 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
📍**Where:** Nova Labs, 3850 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030
**Details:** Learn the elegant art of Japanese Calligraphy in a single, focused project! We'll teach you how to properly use and care for the tools. By the end of class, you will create a beautiful, inspirational Japanese word on Hanshi paper to display proudly in your home. Start your calligraphy journey today!
This class includes the Brushes that you'll need in this class so you can keep practicing on your own!
Children are welcome, but registration is required. Any child under 12 must be registered and attend with a parent or guardian.
⚠️ HOW TO REGISTER
An RSVP on Meetup does NOT reserve your spot. Please register via the link below to attend. No walk-ins or drop-ins accepted.
👉**Registration** is **Online Only** at: https://portal.nova-labs.org/event-6658078
NOVA Code & Coffee [164] - At FCED Venue
NOVA Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal, co-working session. People of all skill levels are invited. The concept is simple, bring a laptop and ideas, we'll provide the coffee and donuts! Here's how it works:
1. At 10:15 everyone introduces themselves and briefly describes what brought them to Code & Coffee today (project, homework, networking, etc)
2. For the rest of the day, folks work in the communal space on their projects providing one another help and conversation as needed. Oh and they usually drink coffee and tea too!
That's it! Hope to see you there!
**Location**
Our hosts are the Fairfax City Economic Development
Building: [10300 Eaton Pl, Fairfax, VA 22030](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=d7298231ca2df594df822003f9a93517c788fceefe1fcbb79c8976696e341bc6JmltdHM9MTc1MzIyODgwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=180d0745-3b7f-69a1-23a2-11433a7868e5&u=a1L21hcHM_Jm1lcGk9MTA5fn5Ub3BPZlBhZ2V-QWRkcmVzc19MaW5rJnR5PTE4JnE9RmFpcmZheCUyMENpdHklMjBFY29ub21pYyUyMERldmVsb3BtZW50JnNzPXlwaWQuWU44NzN4ODI4MTk2Mjg0NTk5MDM4MTU0MiZwcG9pcz0zOC44NjE0NDYzODA2MTUyMzRfLTc3LjMwMjE3NzQyOTE5OTIyX0ZhaXJmYXglMjBDaXR5JTIwRWNvbm9taWMlMjBEZXZlbG9wbWVudF9ZTjg3M3g4MjgxOTYyODQ1OTkwMzgxNTQyfiZjcD0zOC44NjE0NDZ-LTc3LjMwMjE3NyZ2PTImc1Y9MSZGT1JNPU1QU1JQTA&ntb=1)
Conference Room A- Large, Floor 1
This is a new venue for us, so give us some time to get more details about it.
Driving is the best option. There is plenty of free on-site parking. Otherwise, we are a 22 minute bus from the Vienna Metro Station. Bicycling from Vienna is possible but difficult, though once you are here, there's a bike rack in the garage behind the building, and there's also a Capital Bikeshare dock 15 min walk away.
**Sponsored by:**
Thank you [Fairfax City Economic Development](https://gofairfaxcity.com/) and [Mason Enterprise Center](https://enterprise.gmu.edu/) for making this event possible!
**Thank you so much to our wonderful sponsors!**
Organized by [DMV Petri Dish](https://www.dmvpetridish.com/)
**[Code of Conduct](https://github.com/NoVACodeCoffee/admin/blob/master/code-of-conduct.md):**
We value the participation of each member of the community and want all attendees to have an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. To make clear what is expected, all delegates/attendees, organizers, and volunteers at any Nova Code & Coffee events are required to conform to our [Code of Conduct](https://github.com/NoVACodeCoffee/admin/blob/master/code-of-conduct.md).





















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