Swiss German

Join us for an evening of French conversation at B Espresso Bar in the atrium of the Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music (near St. George station)!
We welcome all levels of French, and it's free\*.
Venez pratiquer votre français! \*While there is no fee to attend this event, guests are expected to purchase something from B Espresso Bar, in accordance with RCM's restrictions on usage of the cafe atrium space. **Building location:** The Royal Conservatory is at 273 Bloor St W, between Varsity Stadium and the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). There are entrances off Bloor St. and Philosopher's Walk. If you enter from Bloor St through the large glass doors, follow the hallway on the left beside the staircase and turn left at the end. (Closest TTC: St. George) **Notes and restrictions:** The host may or may not attend this event. Attendees are encouraged to seat themselves at two or more adjacent tables, as needed. Please form groups of 6 people at each table; do not rearrange chairs and tables to accommodate more people, as this obstructs the narrow walking space. Guests are expected to order something from the cafe, and are asked to please refrain from bringing outside food or drink. Attendees must leave the building at 8pm when the cafe stops serving. **Contributions:** If you are a regular with us and would like to support the group, please send any contributions by e-transfer to [diskutomeetup@gmail.com.](http://diskutomeetup@gmail.com.) The yearly donation goal and amounts received year-to-date will be tracked anonymously on [this google sheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18GfqYsis8Cf2XGg4KsKQJsY_0Fv3bsSQHwJAxvC1Km8/edit?usp=sharing). Thank you so much for your support.

**Note:** This is a ticketed event. **Tickets here:** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mississauga-speed-dating-age-40-50-tickets-1985752676711?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true Join us for a fun and social evening of speed dating! You'll go on several short dates with other singles in your age range, and who knows, you might just meet that special someone just in time for Valentine's Day! Not only that, you'll get a bonus friends networking session before the speed dating starts. How speed dating works is that you will meet members of the opposite sex for quick 5 minute dates, and then you will give them a yes or a no. They will then do the same thing for you. If there is a mutual match, contact information will be exchanged the next day. **IMPORTANT:** Please sign up for a profile at www.15firstdates.ca before the event, as we will be using our web application to run the event. We will give you all needed materials, and explain the process to you once everyone has arrived. You don't need to bring anything, just come dressed for success! **This event is for people aged 40-50.** Get your tickets now while you can!

(English below) Venez profiter de la bonne nourriture et d'une bonne conversation en français au café **Black Pony** situé au **1481 Gerrard St East.** Nous serons à l'arrière du café autour d'une grande table, prêts à vous accueillir! On va pratiquer la langue de Molière tout en nous faisant de nouveaux amis(es). **Toutes les 30 minutes, nous changerons de place** pour favoriser les échanges. Tout le monde est bienvenu, quel que soit son niveau. Pour en savoir plus sur le café et son menu délicieux et varié : [https://www.blogto.com/restaurants/black-pony-toronto/](https://www.blogto.com/restaurants/black-pony-toronto/) Si vous ne souhaitez pas que votre photo soit publiée sur MeetUp, veuillez en informer Jesse. **Pourquoi ces frais de 3$?** C'est pour payer le coût de l'hébergement sur la plate-forme Meetup pour l’année courante et des années précédentes. Nous vous demandons de payer $3.00 à chaque événement. Jesse sera là pour recueillir vos contributions. Nous vous prions de bien vouloir apporter de la monnaie. Si vous préférez, vous pouvez utiliser ce lien pour payer sur Square **et montrer a Jesse votre recu:** [CLIQUER ICI](https://square.link/u/S6dAAKd1) Merci, **Jesse** .................................................................................................................. Come and enjoy good food and good conversation at the **Black Pony café** located at **1481 Gerrard St East.** We'll be in the back of the café around a big table, ready to welcome you! We'll be practicing the French language and making friends, **keeping in mind that every 45 minutes we'll be moving around to mix up the conversation.** Everyone is welcome, whatever your level. To find out more about the cafe and its delicious and varied menu: https://www.blogto.com/restaurants/black-pony-toronto/ If you don't want your photo published on MeetUp, please let Jesse know. Why the $3 fee? It helps cover the cost of hosting the group on the Meetup platform for the current year and previous years. We ask participants to contribute **$3.00 at each event**. Jesse will be there to collect contributions, so please bring change. If you prefer, you can use this Square link and **show Jesse your receipt:** [CLICK HERE](https://square.link/u/S6dAAKd1) Thank you, Jesse

## Time & Location Apr 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Revprint Studio 205 , 146 Thirtieth St, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3C4, Canada ## About the event ### **Passion for Fashion 1960's edition Lighting Workshop** **Date:** Thursday, May 30th 2026 **Time:** 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM **Instructor:** *Phil Sutherland* – Elinchrom Ambassador & Executive Director, West Toronto Photography Group Model Anjali- gallery of images from previous workshop -This workshop features wardrobe selected by Adrianna Fulop and is a great selection of 1960's fashion    **Lighting Equipment:** Provided by **Elinchrom** **Location:** Revprint Studio 205 - 146 Thirtierth street unit 205 **Workshop Size:** Limited to **6 participants** #### **Workshop Overview** Join us for a fun and informative **Passion for Fashion photography lighting and shooting workshop** designed to help you build skills and portfolio images and technical skills in the art of Fashion lighting. Whether you’re new to studio photography or looking to refine your lighting technique, this hands-on session will guide you through essential tools, setups, and creative lighting approaches. This **three-hour, small-group workshop** ensures plenty of individual attention, shooting time, and opportunities to ask questions.   #### **What You’ll Learn** 1. **Studio Gear** A detailed overview of lighting equipment, modifiers, and how we will use them for each lighting set up we build as a group .. 2. **Studio Design & Setup**Understand how to plan and use studio space efficiently for portrait sessions. 3. **Modifiers & Light Quality** Explore how different modifiers affect your images as we utilize the Rotolaux modifiers from Elinchrom in studio. 4. **Building a Lighting Setup** As a group we will step-by-step construct professional portrait lighting setups using Elinchrom lights and modifiers. 5. **Hands-On Shooting Practice** Photograph our model Lilli in **multiple lighting setups that create strong and elegant lighting** —each participant will have one-on-one shooting time and instructor feedback. You will get some stunning images for your portfolio from the small group 3 hour portrait perfection lighting workshop #### **Who Should Attend** This workshop is ideal for photographers of all skill levels who want to: * Learn or refresh the fundamentals of portrait and studio lighting or pick up a few new tricks * Get hands-on experience with professional lighting equipment from Elinchrom * Practice creating and refining lighting setups that you can use to WOW clients * Build confidence shooting portraits in a studio environment while updating your portfolio #### **What to Bring** * A **DSLR or mirrorless camera** with a working hot-shoe * **Fresh batteries** and **formatted memory cards** * Your **favourite lens** (anything between 10mm–200mm works great) * Curiosity, creativity, and your passion for photography! #### **What’s Included** * Professional instruction and lighting gear provided by **Elinchrom** * Access to a variety of light modifiers: reflectors, umbrellas, softboxes, grids, snoots, and beauty dishes * A safe, supportive, and professional environment to learn and network * Dedicated time with the model for individual shooting opportunities \*\*Time is money, and we value yours.\*\*That’s why we keep our workshops efficient, informative, and fun—so you leave inspired, informed, and ready to light your next portrait session like a pro.

*To join this event, you must be able to speak full sentences in Mandarin. This event is for those wanting to practice Mandarin and/or English. Here, you can chat with others and play board games in either language to improve your linguistic skills. Feel free to join our WeChat group during the event, as it is the best way to stay connected with us. If you have any questions, leave a comment on this event page. ＜中文版＞ 此活动是以聊天和玩桌游练习中文或英文，等级不限，平时有6-10位参加者。此活动微信群可在活动中加入，互相学习，天天向上。 如果您有任何疑问，请随时在活动页上留言或联系主持人

**Agentic SDLC** Software delivery is entering its next phase—one where the SDLC doesn’t just execute, it collaborates. Agentic SDLC brings AI out of the sidelines and embeds it across every phase of the lifecycle—from planning and coding to testing, deployment, and operations. These aren’t passive tools waiting for prompts—they’re proactive teammates that anticipate needs, automate repetitive work, surface risks early, and keep delivery flowing. In this session, we’ll explore how intelligent agents are reshaping the entire SDLC. Think beyond code completion: agents that refine backlog items, generate and review pull requests, create meaningful tests, enforce standards, flag risks before they become incidents, and even monitor production with context. We’ll walk through real-world scenarios and practical implementations showing how teams are using agentic approaches to boost productivity, improve code quality, and accelerate delivery—without sacrificing control or flexibility. You’ll also see how this can be done across a diverse ecosystem of tools and platforms—cloud or on-prem, open-source or commercial—so you can adopt what works best for your environment. Whether you’re a developer, tester, architect, or team lead, you’ll leave with concrete patterns and ideas to evolve your SDLC into a smarter, more adaptive system—where AI doesn’t replace the team, but makes every part of it stronger. **Speaker: Max Yermakhanov** *DevOps guy, Automagically* A passionate and forward-thinking DevOps guy, Max brings over 20+ years of experience helping organizations modernize how they build and deliver software. As a Senior DevOps consultant, he partners with clients across public and private sectors to implement scalable infrastructure, continuous delivery practices, and—more recently—AI-augmented development workflows. With a Master’s degree in Computer Science and a deep appreciation for the craft of software development, Max blends hands-on technical expertise with a practical, results-driven mindset. He’s also a self-proclaimed “dilettante librarian,” holding a Master’s in Library and Information Science—fueling his curiosity and love for organizing complex systems. Known for his collaborative approach and relentless problem-solving, Max brings energy, clarity, and a touch of humor to every challenge. A lifelong learner, he’s especially passionate about helping teams embrace emerging paradigms like Agentic SDLC—where humans and AI work together to build better software, faster. **Schedule:** 6:00 - 6:30 - Meet 'n Greet with Pizza and Pop 6:30 - 6:45 - Introduction and Welcome 6:45 - 7:45 - Main Presentation 7:45 - 8:00 - Closing and Prize Draw (You're not going to want to miss this prize!!) 8:00 - ? - (Optional - whoever would like to join) Continue our conversations at Bar 6ix, 201 City Centre Drive (3 minute walk) **Where to Find Us** Room 204 in the Hazel McCallion Central Library. 2nd Level. **Parking** There is a parking garage under the library. Parking is free from 6PM on.

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $35 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

Dive into the world of swimming with our exciting meetup group! Join us for a beginner-friendly workshop as we cover essential skills and techniques to feel confident swimming. Our experienced instructors will provide tips on breathing, sighting, and navigation to help you conquer any body of water. Whether you're new to swimming or looking to brush up on your skills, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to enhance your abilities in a supportive and encouraging environment. Don't miss out on this chance to explore the excitement of swimming with our welcoming community of swimmers. Admission includes a 1 hour swimming lesson, group or individual, depending on your comfort level and ability. All lessons will begin at the start of each hour (i.e. 6 pm, 7 pm). You are encouraged to arrive 10-15 minutes early to get acquainted, as well as change & set up. This is a BYOE workshop (Bring Your Own Equipment), so bathing suits, bathing caps, goggles, and ear/nose plugs are your responsibility. All other equipment, such as floatation devices, are available on site. I will be on site to guide you through the process and answer any questions you might have, as well as collect admission fees. You are welcome to hang back after your lesson to observe (a large viewing gallery above the pool is available, however please be respectful of participants & instructors that are in session). This is a public pool facility, so please follow all safety protocols (i.e. no running on deck) With that in mind, I look forward to seeing you all out there and ready to have a blast in the pool.

⚠️日本語の案内は下にあります⚠️ ⚠️한국어 안내는 하단을 참고해주세요!⚠️ ⚠️中文用户请向下滚动⚠️ CAS Family, thank you as always for being part of this community! This time we’re hosting a special edition event — a Hanami picnic at High Park 🌸 Let’s enjoy the cherry blossom season together, relax, chat, and spend a beautiful spring day with everyone🫶 Let’s make a lovely spring memory together with the CAS Family ☘️ 🎟️Fee : Free✨ 🧳What to Bring • Snacks or drinks if you’d like to share • A picnic mat or blanket if you have one We will bring a large picnic sheet, but extra blankets are always welcome. 🙏 For recreational games, balls, playing cards, frisbees, and more will be provided. ⚽🃏 📍Meeting Point High Park The exact meeting location will be shared only with registered participants. It will be announced at least one hour before the event starts🌸 ☂️Rain Plan If it rains, the event will be cancelled or postponed We will announce the decision at least three days before the event. CAS Familyの皆様へ♡ いつもご愛好ありがとうございます！ ついに長い冬が明けると共に お花見イベントを開催することになりました🌸 🎟️料金: 無料✨ 🧳持ち物 特大レジャーシート、ボール、トランプ、ボードゲーム、フリスビー、縄跳び等ご用意いたしております🫶 ご自身用のスナックや飲み物、レジャーシートの持ち物大歓迎です🙏 📍集合場所 詳しい場所は集合前1時間までにアナウンスいたします。サインアップしてる方のみへの公開です！ ☂️雨天時 中止 or 延期 イベント3日前までにお知らせします 늘 CAS 이벤트에 참석해주셔서 감사드립니다. 봄을 맞아 특별한 이벤트를 개최하게 되었습니다! High Park에서 벚꽃놀이를 즐겨보시는 건 어떠신가요? 🌸 다가오는 봄을 느끼며 즐겁게 대화하며 쉴 수 있는 편안한 시간을 준비했습니다 🫶 CAS와 함께 소중한 추억을 만드실 수 있길 바랍니다 🍀 🎟️ 참가비: 무료 🧳준비물 (선택 사항) 간단한 간식거리 피크닉용 돗자리 커다란 돗자리 하나를 제공해드릴 예정입니다만 여분의 돗자리가 있으시다면 가져와주시면 감사하겠습니다 🙏 카드게임이나 원반 던지기등 다양한 게임이 준비될 예정입니다 ⚽️🃏 📍위치 High Park 정확한 위치는 이벤트 시작 한시간 전에 참가자분들께 안내해드리도록 하겠습니다🌸 ☂️날씨 관련 우천시에는 이벤트가 미뤄지거나 취소될 예정입니다. 최소 3일전에 안내해드리도록 하겠습니다. 🎟️费用：免费✨ 🧳携带物品 • 如果你愿意分享，可以带一些零食或饮料 • 如果有的话，可以带一块野餐垫或毯子 我们会准备一张大的野餐垫，但欢迎大家自带额外的毯子。🙏 同时也会提供一些娱乐活动用品，例如球类、扑克牌、飞盘等。⚽🃏 📍集合地点 High Park 具体集合位置仅会分享给已报名的参加者，并会在活动开始前至少一小时公布🌸 ☂️下雨安排 如果下雨，活动将会取消或延期。 我们会在活动开始前至少三天公布决定。

Line Dance classes are a hoot! Saturdays at 11am - Beginners+ to Intermediate It's only a $10 drop in and all levels are welcome. Come on your own or bring a friend. It's a tonne of fun. A great way to be active and stay social. Come join us! Come Dancing!! www.comedancing.ca

Move. Sweat. Smile. Repeat. This is a fun, high-energy Zumba class designed for real people — not performers, not fitness models, just humans who want to move, feel good, and leave happier than they arrived. Expect: Easy-to-follow Zumba routines Great music (Latin + global vibes) A welcoming, judgment-free space A workout that feels like a party (but still burns calories 😉) No dance experience needed. No pressure to “get it right.” Just show up and move. Followed by yoga for 20 mins. Sweat first, snacks after. If you’re free, we may head to a nearby spot to eat together. Class fee: $5 (helps cover space and music). Email money transfer to: monasalahuddin@hotmail.com

This group is to discuss and practice our French . Everu

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

This year's Eurovision Song Contest is being held in Vienna, Austria, and the finals are scheduled for 16 May 2026. The [Scandinavian Club of Columbus](https://www.scandiclub.com/) will be co-hosting a viewing party for the final event in conjunction with Germania and the [Columbus Maennerchor](https://www.maennerchor.com/). The delayed televised viewing will take place at the Germania. The program will start around 2:00 p.m. and the singing will **start around 3:00 p.m**. There will be a **cash bar**, and those in attendance can **bring food or snacks** for themselves and or to share with the groups. **Suggested donation: $10/person** to help cover the cost of the venue.

It feels like we just saw each other 🤷. Join members of the local design and UX community for our monthly breakfast. For May we’re stopping in for Rooh’s popup breakfast/cafe concept. You know someone is getting the lobster yuzu croissant, and that’s not even the prettiest thing on the menu!.

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) $15 for One Class $20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space.

**Optional movie afterwards**

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!