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Hello Rust Melbourne! Join us this Thursday for another Rust Melbourne Adventure! Matt Andrews will be giving a talk on the wonderful Bevy platform, with the talk titled "Bevy and Entity Component Systems". As for venue, food, and drinks sponsorship, Arkeus (https://arkeus.com/) have been kind to offer all three!

## Details **Ruby Meetup Melbourne will be run as a hybrid meetup.** **1\. What** Join us for an evening of talks on Ruby and related topics, plus socialising, food and drinks. You can find out about the **[Talks for the night here](https://github.com/rubyaustralia/melbourne-ruby/milestones?direction=asc&sort=due_date&state=open)** Alternatively, their will be announced on Slack, Twitter, Github & Meetup closer to the date **2\. Where 📍** \- In Person: meet us at the Ferocia in Melbourne CBD from 5:30PM \- Online: Click [Jump in Zoom Meet Call](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84834916944?pwd=SWlQOGJsbEZwNkNwVVk4Q25WaVNRZz09) from 6.30pm onwards **3\. Sponsors 🎉** This is a Ruby Australia supported meetup, with event sponsorship provided by our Major Sponsors: * [Ruby Australia](https://ruby.org.au/) * [Assembly Four](https://assemblyfour.com/) * [Gleam.io](https://gleam.io/) for our Drink sponsors for Melbourne Ruby Meetup * [Ferocia](https://ferocia.com.au/) for being our venue partner. **4\. Anything else ?** To suggest or vote on a talk, please look in[ Github repo](https://github.com/rubyaustralia/melbourne-ruby) **Come in from 5:30pm-6PM** for some early chatter, we'll kick the proceedings off properly around 6:15, hear from our presenters, and then socialise further after the talks. See you there 😄

We invite you to come and practise your English with people from all over the world in a friendly environment. We are open to all levels from beginner to advanced. We have classes in small groups and you will be placed in one of these groups according to your level of English. Our free conversational English classes are every Thursday evening (except term breaks). If you are coming for the first time, please come on time for registration. Please note: English Corner is for non-native speakers. Our team of facilitators is really looking forward to having a wonderful time speaking English with you! **Please scan the QR code upon arrival to register your attendance.** If this is your first time, we recommend arriving a bit earlier to complete your initial registration. In case you aren't able to join us face to face we have an Online Alternate English Conversation Thursday class option too! Sign up for this on Meetup.

**🙋‍♀️**Welcome to our THURSDAY Social + language ​exchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends. 👉We always have between 250 - 350 people attending our THURSDAY event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups. 👉This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party. 👉It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians. 🍺: Discounted 15% house beers and wines 🍸: Extra cost for cocktails and spirit 🍲: Food available is to purchase at the bar with 15% discount on menu. 👉**Fee** of **$4.50** to be paid at the entrance OR you can buy anything from the bar. No Limited numbers but RSVP is a must. 🆔 Please carry a Photo ID as you may be asked at the entrance. 👉**Location**: Diesel bar & Eatery. we book the whole Second floor, Capacity of 500 people. and the welcoming table is at the door entrance. No entry from Melbourne Central. only from 202 Little Lonsdale St.

Excited to announce our new ADVANCED openplay session during the week at KCARC! Welcome to Melbourne Volleyball Academy. 🤗 **[[WHAT]]** This session is specifically for games only (no training). There will be a cap of 18 players, allowing for 3 teams of 6. Games will be played to 15 points, with a cap at 18 points. These games are intended to be played at a high-intermediate(BB)/advanced(A) level. Please see an explanation of skill levels on our website here: [https://melbournevolleyballacademy.com.au/skill-levels-explained](https://melbournevolleyballacademy.com.au/skill-levels-explained) **[[WHO]]** The session is intended for Intermediate players. Players should be able to: * Have strong fundamentals for all volleyball techniques * Serve receive a majority of serves well & serve over the net consistently * Basic understanding of 5-1, and 6-2 systems (we do not play a pass middle 4-2 system in this session) * Have an understanding of base defense * Know all/most volleyball rules Players that are not of the intermediate(BB)/advanced(A) level will be asked to leave as we want to ensure that all players have an enjoyable time playing. **[[HOW MUCH $$]]** $21 card payment will be processed on the day via square reader (EFTPOS). **[[WHEN]]** The stadium is booked from 6:30 PM-9:30 PM weekly, every Thursday. However, feel free to come early and stretch as the Community Centre is open earlier. Last minute dropouts and no shows will have a zero-tolerance policy going forward. All players are expected to update their RSVP at least 24 hours in advanced if they are unable to attend. This applies to players on the going list and the waitlist. **[[OTHER DETAILS]]** Only those on the “going” list are permitted to play. If you are on the waitlist, or not registered at all, you will not be permitted into the gymnasium.

**\*\*CHANGE OF VENUE\*\*** Due to the expected rains tomorrow, we are moving the event to **The Garden State Hotel, 101 Flinders Ln,** Melbourne VIC 3000 - just a short walk from Flinders St Station. \-\-\-\- Melbourne FiT members - our first social catch up of 2026 awaits. Join us for a friendly drink and meet some of your fellow FiT members. We look forward to seeing as many of you there for some networking and chit chats. Open to all - feel free to bring guests. FiT Melbourne Organisers for this event - reach out on Slack if you have any questions or suggestions: \- Ankit Talwar \- Reji Eapen \- Ben Hershan

**Back by popular demand...** ***Murmur's* awesome singalong Piano Bar, a fun evening of music, laughter and raising your voice (and your glass)! 🎹 🎤🍸** No cover charge or minimum spend. Happy Hour until 7pm. Food is available too. What's not to love?! \***As there’s limited spots, please only rsvp if you can actually make it** 🎹 🎉 If you’d like to come along and not yet paid the $12 member contribution for the next 12 months, please do so, and the easiest way is direct to the group's account - Andy Annita UE Account bsb 670864 acc 35256989 ref (your name). If you miss out try booking directly with Murmur 👉 [Here](https://murmur.com.au/) 👈

## 🇯🇵 Progressi部: Japanese-English Language & Culture Exchange 🇦🇺 **"Serious Study, Authentic Community" — 本気で学び、本気で交流する。** Join us for our weekly exchange designed for those dedicated to practicing Japanese and English. This is a space to improve your language skills, share cultural insights, and make new, like-minded friends in a respectful environment. ### 🎯 Who This Group Is For We welcome individuals who are here to **actively practice their Japanese or English**. Whether you are looking for a study partner or want to learn more about culture, this is a community for focused and meaningful interaction. **✅ 受付方法 / Event Check-in (Strictly Required)** 到着の際、必ず主催者に以下の提示をお願いします / Upon arrival, please present the following to the organizer: * **Meetupの参加申し込み（RSVP）画面をご提示ください。** / Show your Meetup RSVP confirmation screen. * **予約なし（No RSVP）での参加はお断りしております。** / No walk-ins permitted without a confirmed RSVP. * **Participation Fee: $3 CASH** Non-Japanese citizens. ### 🚫 Conduct & Safety Policy To ensure a high-quality experience for all members, we maintain a strict standard of behavior: * **Immediate Ban:** Any individual found guilty of misconduct or creating "trouble" will be banned from the group immediately.**.** * **Organizer Authority:** The Organizer reserves the right to remove any member at their sole discretion to maintain the safety and integrity of the community. * **Respectful Interaction:** All members are expected to be polite and mindful of others. Do not make fellow participants feel uncomfortable or pressured. * **Privacy:** Please respect the personal boundaries of others. Do not pressure members for private contact information. **If any member makes you feel uncomfortable, please report it immediately to the organizers: Shin, David, or Ray.** *** ### 📝 Event Details * **Time:** Saturday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM * **Arrival:** Please arrive **10–15 minutes early** due to limited seating. * **Entry Fee:** **$3 CASH** (Non-Japanese citizens). This contribution covers monthly meetup hosting fees. * **Photography:** Photos will be taken during the event for our community archives. ### 🇯🇵 日本語でのご案内 メルボルン市内のカフェで、本気で学べる日英言語文化交流会を主催しています。 * **目的:** 日本語・英語の練習、そして同じ目標を持つ友人作りを目的としています。 * **参加費:** 日本国籍以外の方は $3ドル（現金のみ）。 * **ルール:** 迷惑行為やトラブルを起こす方の参加は一切禁止です。主催者の判断により、即座に退会・出入り禁止の措置を取らせていただきます。 * 困ったことがあれば、すぐにオーガナイザー（Shin, David, Ray）までお知らせください。 ### 🔗 Connect With Us * **Facebook:** [facebook.com/groups/progressibu](https://www.google.com/search?q=http://www.facebook.com/groups/progressibu) * **X (Twitter):** [twitter.com/progressibu](https://www.google.com/search?q=http://twitter.com/progressibu)

How about we kick off the best day with a jog and coffee together? Trust me, you won't want to miss out! 🏃‍♂️Training menu🏃‍♂️ Every Sunday 8:00~ Fed Square Assembly 【https://maps.app.goo.gl/zmPQ6U533pUDcNSA9?g_st=ic】 If you have luggage, please consider using the lockers at the station. 💥40~60 min Jog+Walk Pace: Easy pace, suitable for beginners. If you got tired, let's walk together. 【schedule】 8:00 Gathering 8:10 Start 9:00 End of training Challengers we are waiting for you 😊

JAPAN NIGHT FESTIVAL 5 – Cherry Blossom EDITION Presented by MELLIFE Date: Saturday, 28th March 2026 (SAT) Time: 6:00pm – 10:00pm Venue: La Di Da (Melbourne CBD) ID required at entry (passport, license, etc.) TICKET INFO (LIMITED TO 500) Ticket link below チケットはこちらから! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/japan-night-festival-5-presented-by-mellife-jpen-social-community-tickets-1983252113459?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAb21jcAQNxiZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAafT_E3zYicO3BptEGlKsg82z2XAjDa0AwIF21YVratILytwQ5lmYpDlpGbjpQ_aem_GPvUHbVArqdkWJ1_N_t4uQ ・$15 Early Bird (+ Web Fee) ・$20 Pre-sale (+ Web Fee) (until sold out or 11:55pm, 27/03/26) ・$30 Door Price (+ Web Fee) (if available) ONLINE PAYMENT ONLY No cash accepted on the day After welcoming 700+ attendees at our past event, Japan Night Festival is BACK — bigger, better, and even hotter ! If you love REAL Japanese culture, music, drinks, and that electric Melbourne nightlife… YOU’RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE! SCHEDULE OF THE NIGHT 6:00pm – Doors Open 6:30pm – 6:45pm: RIN SAKURA: Singer performance 7:15pm: Rock-Paper-Scissors Tournament (Win amazing prizes including a $100 Myer gift card, a $50 Amazon gift card, and more!) 7:45pm: F5ve Group Dance performance 8:30pm – 2am: CLUB TIME! J-POP / K-POP / Anime / International Party Hits ***IMPORTANT*** From 10:00pm onward, the venue will be operated by a different organisation. MELLIFE is not responsible for any incidents occurring after that time. WE LOVE COSTUMES! IF YOU COME Wearing full cosplay or a kimono ENTRY IS FREE! (ID still required) *neck above cosplay will not be accepted and require ticket purchase. Whether you’re going traditional or creative, we welcome your style! FOOD & DRINKS Japanese street food will be available (menu TBA). And of course – authentic Japanese drinks including: ・ Japanese Highball ・ Lemon Sour ・ Umeshu (Plum Wine) ・ Premium Japanese Spirits: YAMAZAKI, HIBIKI, HAKUSHU, TOKI, HAKU Vodka PHOTO NOTICE There will be professional photographers and videographers on-site. By attending, you agree that your image may appear on our social media or in event promotions. WHY YOU SHOULD COME ✔ Over 700+ people attended ✔ Huge mix of locals, Japanese community, and international guests ✔ A welcoming, inclusive, and fun space for all – solo or with friends ✔ Great music, great people, unforgettable vibes MELLIFE MOTTO “Always open. Always safe. Always fun.” We aim to create a friendly and respectful space for everyone. Harassment, pressure, or rude behavior will result in removal – no exceptions or refunds. PLEASE NOTE ・No cloakroom/lockers – travel light ・No entry for guests previously banned from our events ・Stay updated here: @japan_night_festival Join us for the most exciting Japanese night of the year in Melbourne! Let’s dance, celebrate, and make this winter one to remember 🇯🇵🇦🇺 JAPAN NIGHT FESTIVAL 5– SAKURA編 主催：MELLIFE（メルライフ） 前回のイベントでは、なんと700人以上が来場！ Japan Night Festivalが、さらにパワーアップして帰ってきます！ リアルな日本文化、音楽、お酒、そしてメルボルンのナイトライフが好きなあなたへ―― このイベントはあなたのための夜です！ 【開催日】2026年3月28日（土） 【時間】18:00～22:00 【会場】La Di Da（メルボルンCBD） 【入場時にID必須】（パスポート・運転免許証など） 【チケット情報（限定500名）】 ・$15 アーリーバード （＋Web手数料） ・$20 前売り （＋Web手数料） ※販売終了または2026年3月27日（金）23:55まで ・$30 当日券 （＋Web手数料）（在庫がある場合のみ） お支払いはオンライン限定 当日は現金のお支払いはできません 【イベントタイムスケジュール】 18:00 – 開場 18:30～18:45：旅する シンガー、桜りん、ライブパフォーマンス 19:15～： 賞品付きじゃんけん大会 （$100のMyerギフトカード、$50のAmazonギフトカード、などの豪華賞品あり！） 19:45： ローカルユニットF5ve によるダンスパフォーマンス 20:30～22:00： クラブタイム J-POP / K-POP / アニソン / 洋楽パーティーミュージック [注意喚起] 22時以降は他団体による運営となります。 それ以降のトラブル等については、当団体では責任を負いかねます。 【コスプレ・着物での来場は入場無料！】 フルコスプレ or 着物でのご来場で、なんと入場無料！ （IDの提示は必要です） 伝統スタイルでも、創造的なスタイルでも大歓迎！ 【フード＆ドリンク】 日本の屋台風フードをご用意予定（※詳細は後日公開） 本格的な日本のお酒も提供します： ・ ハイボール ・ レモンサワー ・ 梅酒 ・ プレミアム日本酒・スピリッツ（山崎・響・白州・季・白ウォッカなど） 【撮影についてのご案内】 イベント当日は、プロのカメラマン・ビデオグラファーが撮影を行います。 ご参加をもって、SNSやイベント広報用に画像・映像を使用されることに同意いただいたものとします。 【こんな方にオススメ！】 ✔ 過去700人以上が参加した大人気イベント！ ✔ 日本好き・国際交流好きが大集合！ ✔ 一人でも安心して楽しめるインクルーシブな空間 ✔ 音楽・人・雰囲気すべてが忘れられない夜に！ 【MELLIFEのモットー】 「いつでもウェルカム、いつでも安心、いつでも楽しい」 すべての方が安心して楽しめるよう、フレンドリーで敬意ある空間を提供しています。 ハラスメント・強要・失礼な行動があった場合は、即退場・返金不可です 【ご注意事項】 ・クローク・ロッカー等はありません → 荷物は少なめでお越しください ・過去に問題を起こし、出入り禁止となった方の入場はお断りします ・最新情報は Instagram → @japan_night_festival をチェック！ この冬、メルボルンで最もアツい「日本の夜」を体験しよう！ 踊って、飲んで、出会って、最高の思い出をつくろう！🇯🇵🇦🇺

**ADDRESS**: 250 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000 **TIME**: Saturdays Join us for a delightful evening where you can taste a variety of dishes that blend Eastern and Western flavors, while making new friends and expanding your social circle. Explore the language and culture of a multicultural society in Melbourne through interactive activities and conversations. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and savor the best of both worlds at our East Meets West event! 1\. Please join our Facebook Group for future events; the Link is attached here: [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/172BrZ4TKU/](https://www.facebook.com/share/g/172BrZ4TKU/) 2\. Please "Subscribe" and "Like" the group video\. [https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0](https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0) 3\. Please inform us in the comments if you are late\. Please update your RSVP\. Call me 0402714889 if you can't find us\. 如果迟到，请务必在评论栏里留言告知, 可以去餐馆里面找我们， 我们的桌上放一个Meetup sign。

Join us for a friendly and relaxed English meetup in South Melbourne! This gathering is perfect for anyone who wants to practise English, meet new friends, and feel part of a welcoming community. Whether you’re an international student, new to Melbourne, or simply looking to connect with others, you’ll find a supportive space to learn and grow. Each week, we run **two simple sessions**: **Daily English**, where you learn useful everyday vocabulary, and **Learning English from the Bible**, where we explore short passages in clear, beginner-friendly English. You’ll also meet people from different cultures and enjoy meaningful conversations in a warm, inclusive environment. Come along, make new friends, and enjoy learning English in a place where everyone is welcome. We’d love to meet you!

The Fellowship of the Star Schema: Transforming OLTP Data for Power BI One does not simply build reports on OLTP data. Join us on an epic journey from the depths of raw, normalized tables to the shining halls of a well-modeled star schema fit for Power BI greatness. We will demystify the differences between OLTP and OLAP, walk through star schema vs snowflake (and why Power BI has a clear favorite), and show you the compression differences between normalized and columnar storage that will make you never look at an OLTP model the same way again. We will cover the different types of dimensions, when to use them, and how to handle Slowly Changing Dimensions without losing your mind. You will leave knowing exactly how to identify a bad model, how to convert OLTP data into a clean star schema, and how to forge relationships that rule them all. Whether you are a data wizard, a curious hobbit, or somewhere in between, your models will never be the same.

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 **Abstract** Web Forms gave .NET developers a powerful abstraction for building reusable UI controls long before design systems were a thing. Web Components finally bring that same idea to the browser natively. This session explores how the Web Forms mindset translates into Custom Elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates. We’ll examine how Web Components enable design systems that work across frameworks, how they differ from server‑driven controls, and why they’re becoming a foundational layer for modern UI. Whether you’re maintaining legacy apps or building greenfield projects, you’ll leave with a practical understanding of how to apply familiar patterns in a modern, standards‑based way. **YouTube Link** [https://youtube.com/live/fD2cYeKp_UU?feature=share](https://youtube.com/live/fD2cYeKp_UU?feature=share)

**New Dojo Location!** **Knotty Pine Brewing** 1765 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for topic suggestions and people interested in presenting at our monthly meetings. To this end we've set up a survey form at [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc)

**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: Type Annotations with John Cassidy We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com

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Our monthly PHP meetup. A virtual shindig courtesy of Zoom. Check back here for the details around 6:15 pm

**First meetup of the Columbus AI Engineering group.** We’ll kick things off with a practical, beginner-friendly discussion on: **How LLMs like ChatGPT actually work — and how to build real applications with them.** We’ll cover: * what’s actually happening under the hood (at a high level) * why LLMs behave the way they do (hallucinations, prompt sensitivity, etc.) * how people are building real systems with them today * where things break in practice This will be a **short, informal talk (\~15–20 min)** followed by open discussion and Q&A. Whether you’re an engineer, builder, or just curious about how modern AI systems work, you’re welcome to join. No slides, no fluff — just real conversation about real systems. We’ll hang out afterward and get to know each other.