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Ready to add more fun, movement, and connection to your week? Come join our group dance classes at [Access Ballroom](https://studioaccessballroom.com/)! We have classes **every day except Tuesday**—that’s Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 7:50pm, and Weekends at 3:40pm. Visit our [Monthly Calendar](https://studioaccessballroom.com/class-schedule/) to view the group class Schedule. To sign up you can also download our APP that is in both the Google Play store and the Apple Store. Just look up Access Ballroom. Whether you’re a total beginner or already have some moves, you’ll fit right in! We always have multiple teachers on hand to guide every level, so everyone gets the attention they need. Our amazing environment and welcoming atmosphere are what make us one of Toronto’s premier Latin and Ballroom studios—and it’s why we have the most Google reviews in the city! Don’t just take our word for it—come experience the energy, laughter, and community for yourself. We can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!

***Tickets must be purchased in advance!*** 🔗: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-hottest-content-creators-influencers-models-ugc-social-night-tickets-1984718070175?aff=ebdsoporgprofile A fun social night for Toronto influencers & content creators—good vibes, great people, and endless content and create collaborations!

**Meet new people over great food in a relaxed, social setting.** This is a small-group social dining experience for people who enjoy good food, good conversation, and expanding their circle in a natural way. Everyone attending is there to meet others — no pressure, no awkward networking. **What to expect** * A small group (usually 4–6 people) * A friendly, low-pressure atmosphere * Easy, natural conversation **How it works** We coordinate the group and reserve the table once attendees confirm. The venue and details are shared with the group beforehand. Just show up, order what you like, and enjoy the experience. Each guest covers their own food and drinks. To keep groups balanced and confirmed, seat confirmations happen through #dine: https://www.hashtagdine.com/

**Join us for Dinner and Stations of the Cross** Friday March 27, 2026 @ 6PM St. Patrick's Hall, 139 McCaul St $5 for Dinner Stations of the Cross to Follow in the Church **Register Now** - [https://bit.ly/Ignite-DinnerandStationsoftheCross](https://buy.stripe.com/aFa00jbu8eDy08wes7a7C0k) *All young adults are welcome!* Looking forward to seeing everyone! Spots are still open - invite a friend!

Welcome ! OM Chanting is a group practice that uses the transformational power of OM to activate the self-healing potential of participants, promote inner peace and purify the environment. OM Chanting is a free practice, however, donations are welcome to help cover the rent of the studio. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- EVENT DETAILS: address: 283 Spadina Avenue; 3rd floor. ( SE corner of Spadina and Dundas). We will start at 6:30 pm. Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes earlier. We will be sitting on chairs; you can also sit on the floor if you prefer. You are encouraged to bring a bottle of water. Looking forward to seeing you ! For more information about Om Chanting, please visit: [https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/](https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/) Much Love, Veda Cell: 416-845-9375

Save $15 when you use the promo code: **CNY26** Get Tickets Here: [https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLN3RJDD1RNR6/checkout/MPEWQHUB5YQM55BZSUMRGZ7T](https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLN3RJDD1RNR6/checkout/MPEWQHUB5YQM55BZSUMRGZ7T) BR21 Lunch & Learn Series: **Watercolor Workshop & Networking Lunch** **Creativity Meets Connection** Join BR21 Toronto and PerCreative Studio for a refreshed "Lunch & Learn" designed for the modern professional. This session prioritizes hands-on learning and high-value networking. **Event Details** **Date:** Friday, March 27, 2026 **Time:** 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. **Location:** JC's Grill House – Park Inn by Radisson 555 Cochrane Dr, Markham, ON L3R 8E3 **Parking:** Free on-site parking. **The Experience:** The Workshop: Led by professional instructor Perry Chow of PerCreative Studio, you will dive into watercolor fundamentals in a beginner-friendly environment. **The Networking:** Connect with entrepreneurs and professionals focused on collaboration. **The Food:** A light selection of food and drinks will be served to maximize your time for painting and networking. **Registration & Payment**: $45.00 (Includes all art supplies, instruction, and light lunch) ***What to bring: Simply your business cards and your creative spirit!*** **Registration Deadline:** Wednesday, March 25, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. (or while seats last). **Questions?** Contact Perry at 647-987-4072 for more information.

Let’s do some coding together at a cafe! No more working alone in the weekend. Here, we write code together. And I mean together together. Not occupying-the-same-space-but-separate together. Here’s how it works: Jennifer brings her mobile app project, tells everyone that it is like Pinterest for recipes and she’d like to work on the nav bar. Paul and Chloe think Jennifer's project is fascinating, and they join the group. They gather around Jennifer’s laptop and work on the nav bar for 2 hours. Jennifer is the one typing out the code while Paul and Chloe research, brainstorm, and offer suggestions. If you’re feeling stuck on your own project or need a motivation boost, bring it to mob programming! Want to learn by watching how others code and solve problems? Join someone else’s project at this event! Oh and we love your half-done projects that you are a bit embarrassed to share. Absolutely bring those to the event! **Discord**: We use Discord to share screen & code snippets during the event. Also feel free to share your projects here before the event! https://discord.gg/yvAGbh4PpD **Event policy**: * We have 0 tolerance for harassment. * We don’t allow the projects that are not meant to be shared in public such as school assignments, interview tasks, or trade secrets. * The goal is to write code. We discourage you from pitching business ideas here, doing code reviews, or spending the whole event on planning what to do. * Please buy a drink, and tip the barista well.

Please call me at (905) 471 7843 or email me at leeann.jensen@sympatico.ca PLEASE DON'T MESAGE ME THROUGH THE SITE AS I MAY NOT GET IT THANK YOU! Hi Everyone! **Go DOWN UNDER in 2026! AFFORDABLE AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND DREAM CRUISE!** **March 29- April 10 2026** **$175.00 Canadian HOLDS YOUR CABIN - fully refundable.** **Need a roommate? Hold your cabin for $175.00 and I will find you one.** **Want a SOLO CABIN - Yes I have some - see below!** **LOCK IN THESE PRICES NOW BEFORE THEY GO UP!** **TRULY AMAZING PRICES - LOCK IN YOUR AIR!!** **CALL ME AT (905) 471 7843** 12 NIGHTS! We cruised here in 2023 and I have had lots of requests to go back. INCREDIBLE ITINERARY - stay up to 2 days pre cruise in Sydney Australia and or 2 days post cruise in Auckland New Zealand **WHAT WILL YOU SEE?** **Penguins, Kangaroos, Koalas, Fjords, Glaciers, Waterfalls, Vibrant Cities, Stunning Scenery, Wildlife, Lord of the Rings Locations, Amazing Alpine Mountains, Beaches, Hot Springs, Maori Culture and so much more!** Fly in early to Sydney and visit the INCREDIBLE ZOO! **PRICES? - They are AMAZING!** **Inside Cabin** **$1289.74 + Port and Taxes = $2,603.36 FOR 12 Nights** **Oceanview Cabin** **$1667.49 + Port and Taxes = $2961.21 FOR 12 NIGHTS!** **Balcony Cabin** **$3651.19 + Port and Taxes = $4944.91 FOR 12 NIGHTS!** AIR - Can be purchased from cities across Canada and the U.S Return Pricing Toronto to Sydney Australia Auckland New Zealand to Toronto $1645.12 including all taxes and fees - LOCK IN YOUR PRICING NOW! **TOTAL COST BASED ON DOUBLE INCLUDING AIR per person** 12 Nights Air and Cruise Inside Cabin $4248.48 including all taxes and fees WOW 12 Nights Air and Cruise Oceanview Cabin $4606.33 including all taxes and fees WOW **SOLO CABINS** Inside Solo $4485.52 plus air Ocean Solo $5201.23 plus air Option to fly in up to 2 days pre and 2 days post. Hotel will be booked. Call me at (905) 471 7843 to deposit FINAL PAYMENT November 28 2025 **PORTS OF CALL** March 29 2026 SYDNEY AUSTRALIA - 6:00pm March 30 EDEN AUSTRALIA March 31 TASMANIA AUSTRALIA April 1 MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA April 2 FUN DAY AT SEA April 3 FUN DAY AT SEA April 4 MILFORD SOUND NEW ZEALAND - SCENIC CRUISE TRIP April 5 FUN DAY AT SEA April 6 LYTTLETON NEW ZEALAND April 7 MARLBOROUGH PICTON NEW ZEALAND April 8 NAPIER NEW ZEALAND April 9 TAURANGA NEW ZEALAND April 10 AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND NORWEGIAN SPIRIT Also Included Roommate matching where applicable BOOKING Call me at (905) 471 7843 or email me at leeann.jensen@sympatico.ca I need Credit Card Expiry and 3 Digit Code Name as it appears on your Passport Mailing Address Phone Number Date of Birth All Information is private and not shared INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - ASK ME FOR DETAILS Hope you can join us for this incredible vacation MORE AT SEA PERKS INCLUDED Inside Cabin 2 Perks Ocean View Cabin and above 4 perks. **Package A Free at Sea Perks** Beverage or Soda Package \* 21 and younger only Premium Beverage Package\* Gratuities extra Ultimate Specialty Dining Package - 2 Dinner \* Gratuities extra (Balcony 3 Dinner) $50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin per port Example 9 Ports = $450.00 U.S Internet Package - 150 Minutes per Person Or **Package B Free at Sea Perks** $100.00 US On Board Credit per cabin $50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin per port see example above Internet Package - 150.00 minutes per person 10 Professional Photo Package per cabin  Hope you can join us for this incredible vacation 20percent Gratuity on Dining and Beverage Package Staff Gratuity not included CANCELLATION:POLICY - Days to Voyage 119 to 91 Days - 25% Penalty 90 - 61 Days Days -50% Penalty 60- 31 Days -75% Penalty 30 Days or less 100% Penalty. Please make sure you are full insured - ask me for details. CALL ME AT (905) 471 7843 Please do not reply to this email - use leeann.jensen@sympatico.caTravel Agency Nexion 380 Wellington St Tower B 6th Floor London #67927204 (519) 660 6966 You need a Passport with minimum 6 months remaining from date of arrival. Prices/itinerary can change any time. FLIGHT - Once you pay for your flight there are no changes or cancellations for any reason.

[Summary] This meetup is for those who are interested in code, web development, design, cloud, or AI. All levels are welcome, so feel free to bring your laptop and discuss what you are working on or what you are learning. You can share your projects and ideas with other participants freely. There are outlets and WiFi, drinks are about $5 for tea, they take card only. [Price] Attendance is FREE. But you need to buy something from the venue. [Policies] \- We do not tolerate harassment of our members \- We remind users that that this meetup is intended for networking and hobby development\, and any attempts at using this meetup event as a dating platform will not be not be tolerated Further information: https://torontostack.exchange/

Hi Everyone! Give yourself the gift of AUTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND next year! Go DOWN UNDER in 2026! AFFORDABLE AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND DREAM CRUISE! March 29- April 10 2026 Need a roommate? Just ask. Want a SOLO CABIN - Yes I have 2 Available - see below! TRULY AMAZING PRICES - LOCK IN YOUR AIR!! CALL ME AT (905) 471 7843 or email me at traveltheworldhorizons@gmail.com 12 NIGHTS! We cruised here in 2023 and I have had lots of requests to go back. INCREDIBLE ITINERARY - stay up to 2 days pre cruise in Sydney Australia and or 2 days post cruise in Auckland New Zealand WHAT WILL YOU SEE? Penguins, Kangaroos, Koalas, Fjords, Glaciers, Waterfalls, Vibrant Cities, Stunning Scenery, Wildlife, Lord of the Rings Locations, Amazing Alpine Mountains, Beaches, Hot Springs, Maori Culture and so much more! Fly in early to Sydney and visit the INCREDIBLE ZOO! Hold a Koala! PRICING - AMAZING Inside Cabin $1034.32+ Port and Taxes = $2,391.49 FOR 12 Nights Oceanview Cabin $1566.68 + Port and Taxes = $2923.85 FOR 12 NIGHTS! TRULY AMAZING PRICES! BALCONY AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST AIR - Can be purchased from cities across Canada and the U.S Return Pricing Toronto to Sydney Australia Auckland New Zealand to Toronto $1693.75 including all taxes and fees - LOCK IN YOUR PRICING NOW! SOLO CABINS SPECIAL INSIDE RATE- CHEAPER THAN 6 MONTHS AGO! ONLY 2 INSIDE LEFT - PRICE CAN INCREASE AT ANY TIME! Inside Solo $3,977.30 plus air This price is $500.00 cheaper than August 2025 Option to fly in up to 2 days pre and 2 days post. Hotel will be booked. Call me at (905) 471 7843 FINAL PAYMENT November 29 2025 PORTS OF CALL March 29 2026 SYDNEY AUSTRALIA - 6:00pm March 30 EDEN AUSTRALIA March 31 TASMANIA AUSTRALIA April 1 MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA April 2 FUN DAY AT SEA April 3 FUN DAY AT SEA April 4 MILFORD SOUND NEW ZEALAND - SCENIC CRUISE TRIP April 5 FUN DAY AT SEA April 6 LYTTLETON NEW ZEALAND April 7 MARLBOROUGH PICTON NEW ZEALAND April 8 NAPIER NEW ZEALAND April 9 TAURANGA NEW ZEALAND April 10 AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND NORWEGIAN SPIRIT I need Credit Card Expiry and 3 Digit Code Name as it appears on your Passport Mailing Address Phone Number Date of Birth All Information is private and not shared INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - ASK ME FOR DETAILS Hope you can join us for this incredible vacation MORE AT SEA PERKS INCLUDED Inside Cabin 2 Perks Ocean View Cabin and above 4 perks. Package A Free at Sea Perks Beverage or Soda Package \* 21 and younger only Premium Beverage Package\* Gratuities extra Ultimate Specialty Dining Package - 2 Dinner \* Gratuities extra (Balcony 3 Dinner) $50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin per port Example 9 Ports = $450.00 U.S Internet Package - 150 Minutes per Person Or Package B Free at Sea Perks $100.00 US On Board Credit per cabin $50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin per port see example above Internet Package - 150.00 minutes per person 10 Professional Photo Package per cabi CANCELLATION:POLICY - Days to Voyage 119 to 91 Days - 25% Penalty 90 - 61 Days Days -50% Penalty 60- 31 Days -75% Penalty 30 Days or less 100% Penalty. Please make sure you are full insured - ask me for details. CALL ME AT (905) 471 7843 Please do not reply to this email - use leeann.jensen@sympatico.caTravel Agency Nexion 380 Wellington St Tower B 6th Floor London #67927204 (519) 660 6966 You need a Passport with minimum 6 months remaining from date of arrival. Prices/itinerary can change any time. FLIGHT - Once you pay for your flight there are no changes or cancellations for any reason. CROSS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND OFF YOUR BUCKET LIST AT THIS INCREDIBLE PRICE!

**SUBSCRIBE TO [THE MAILING LIST](https://torontorationality.beehiiv.com/). EVENTS ARE NO LONGER POSTED HERE.** ​Arguing about important things doesn’t usually lead to people changing their mind. Double Crux is a technique for making discussions more productive and understanding the actual reasoning of those who disagree with us. Sometimes it even helps to better understand the foundations of your own beliefs. Together, we'll learn about [Double Crux](https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/ya59PtGeYnCG25eWn/double-crux-in-a-box), and then break into pairs with someone we disagree with to practice finding out why our views are different and what might change our minds. ## Location Enter the Mars Atrium via University Avenue entrance. We'll meet at the food court in the basement. I'll be wearing a bright neon yellow jacket. ## Detailed Directions to the Food Court Enter from University Avenue and walk east until you see escalators. Take the escalators down. The food court is to the east of the escalators. If you are lost/confused, ask a security guard to direct you to the food court. [This event is cross-posted from LessWrong.](https://www.lesswrong.com/events/wuMwSJJEKZHfccoRs/toronto-acx-meetups-everywhere-spring-2025)

**NOTE - UNFORTUNATELY I CAN ONLY POST ONE SMALL PICTURE - IF YOU WOULD LIKE ME T0 SEND YOU THE EMAIL WITH MORE PICTURES OF THE CLOTHING - JUST EMAIL ME AT traveltheworldhorizons@gmail.com or if you want to be added to the Email Blast** **LADIES SHOPPING DAY** **PEPPERTREE KLASSICS IS BACK FOR 2026 SPRING- GREAT DISCOUNT** **SAVE THE DATE!** **CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC** **SUNDAY MARCH 29 12:00 NOON TO 4:00PM** **JUST SHOW UP AT THE BACK DOOR -I WILL BE THERE TO GIVE YOU A STICKER - GREAT DISCOUNT - JUST ASK!** IT'S BACK! THE ANTICIPATED SPRING SHOPPING DATE AT PEPPERTREE KLASSICS! WITH AMAZING DISCOUNT! DESIGNS PROUDLY MADE IN CANADA! SAVE THIS DATE - Sunday March 29 12:00pm to 4:00pm at at Peppertree Fashions 137 Main Street MARKHAM (not Unionville) I have booked this shopping day for 12 years both Summer and Fall because of the award winning clothing and accessories, great discount and the amazing personal service. This discount will not be available for a couple of months to the general public and by then the stock is gone. I have been shopping in this store for OVER 30 Years - and the Owner Karen Piper asked about my group and suggested a shopping day for everyone - YES PLEASE! Over the years I have had so many compliments on my clothing pieces and shoes/boots and they all came from Peppertree! Karen has won numerous awards for her store - including female entrepreneur of the year many times - as well as Markham's favourite clothing and shoe store yearly. The selection is incredible and you will see a fabulous quality selection of items you don't see anywhere else! Customers drive from all over Ontario - and my members have driven in from Muskoka, St Catherine's and Kitchener to name only a few. Parking in front on the street or behind the store = PLEASE come to the back of the store – THIS IS A PRIVATE SALE AND NOT OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC BUT YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY ARE WELCOME!! I will be there to greet you and give you a sticker. You will receive a generous discount off the entire store of new Spring fashions, shoes, and accessories and did I mention the incredible service? Karen who owns the store has an incredible fun and funky selection of ladies clothing, shoes and accessories. Sizes XS to XXL and Size 2 - 18 Her clothing sells out so quickly – which is fab that we get this great discount when the store is so stocked with so many great styles and sizes. I will pop in to get more pictures of the amazing items and send to you next month. The clothing literally sells so quickly you can see a completely different store of merchandise in only a few weeks. Don't wait to purchase (especially with the great discount) as the items will not be there in a couple of weeks! Guaranteed you won’t see this discount on all stock for many months. And a great time to support small business so they can stay in business!!! FRIENDS AND FAMILY WELCOME! DIRECTIONS 407 Take the 407 East to Markham Road – exit and turn left drive North. Pass over Highway 7 and drive through old town of Markham, Peppertree will be on the right (east side of the street) across from Mains Mansion. 401 Take the 401 East to Markham Road – head North up to Highway 7 Markham – keep going North a few minutes –and follow above directions. 404 Take DVP to 404 and North to 16thAvenue. Exit 16th Avenue and turn left – East. Follow 16thAvenue to Main Street Markham – Esso and Tim Hortons on corner. Turn right and travel South down Main Street to 137- the store will be on your left. 137 Main Street North Markham My Cell for the day is (416) 427 7843 Come and and join me for an afternoon of shopping! Hope you can join me! warm regards LeeAnn PS Pictured just a sampling of all the wonderful SPRING clothes - all grouped into a colour story for easy matching. PSS Don't forget to come around back.

～English description below～ イベント参加費として、日本人の方(日本で生まれ育ち、現在英語を勉強している方)は$2、日本人以外の方(日本語を勉強している方)は$5頂いております。 皆さんから頂いたお金は、こちらのサイトの維持費や将来のランゲージエクスチェンジ施設利用料やソーシャルイベント等のために使われます。ご理解の程、よろしくお願いいたします。 予約受付開始：土曜日5:00PM 予約取消締切：土曜日14:00PM(当日) 予約受付締切：土曜日15:00PM(当日) スケジュール 5.15 PM - 5:30PM - チェックイン、グループ分け 5:30 PM - 6:15PM - 日本語の時間［または英語の時間］ 6:15PM - 7:00 PM - 英語の時間［または日本語の時間］ 【イベント内容】 Language Exchangeへようこそ！このグループでは、皆さんのレベルに応じて、3〜4名のグループにわかれ、同じ席になった人たちで各45分間、それぞれ英語と日本語でフリートークを行なっていただきます。決まったディスカッショントピックなどはございませんので、気軽に質問をしながらそれぞれのセッションを楽しんでいただければと思います。 開催場所：Atrium フードコート TJEXのサインボードを持ったオーガナイザーにお声がけください。(もしサインがなかったり、わからなければメッセージをお願いします！) 予約規約（⚠️重要） ・当日の不参加、もしくは15分以上の遅刻、また予約取消締切後の変更は原則不参加(No-Show)とみなします。不参加(No-show)が3回になりますと会員登録が抹消され、退会となりますのでご注意ください。 ・イベントに遅れそうな場合は必ずオーガナイザーまでメッセージをお願いします。イベント開始時間にいるメンバーでグループを組み直すこともあるので、連絡なしで到着された場合はイベントに参加できない可能性もあります。原則、30分以上遅れての参加はご遠慮いただいております。あらかじめご了承ください。 キャンセル待ち ・満席の場合、”キャンセル待ち”リスト(waiting-list)にご登録いただくことが可能です。“参加予定”リスト（going-list)中に空席が発生した場合は、”キャンセル待ち”への登録が早かった方を優先に、オーガナイザーが”参加予定”へ移動しますので、当日の参加状況の変更がないかご自身でご確認ください。 ※ご注意※ ・空席ができた際は、自動的に”キャンセル待ち”より”参加予定”へ変更されます。この時にMeetupよりお知らせがあるかはわかりません。 ・システムにより自動的に”参加予定”とされ、それに気づかずに参加しなかった場合でも、不参加とみなされますのでご了承ください。 Instagramアカウント @tjex.ca 最新情報やミートアップの様子を掲載しています。 ぜひこちらもフォローお願いします！ *** ***Although our group is a non-profit organization, we collect $ 5 per English Speaker for every event. All the proceeds are used to run this website and for social events*** RSVP: RSVP open: 5:00 PM RSVP cancel deadline: Saturday, 2:00 PM (day of the event) RSVP close: Saturday, 3:00 PM (day of the event) Day of Event: 5:15 PM - 5:30 PM - Check-in and Group placement 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM - Japanese conversation 6:15 PM - 7:00 PM - English conversation Event Description: This is an in-person language exchange! Members are placed into groups of three or four based on their language level. Each 45 minute session consists of friendly casual conversation, and/or informal study. Optional Dinner : After the Language event, we usually go for Dinner. Dinner is optional, you may or may not join the Dinner, it depends on you. However, Dinner is only for Participants that joined on the day of the event. Event Location: Atrium Food Court The food court is directly connected to the Dundas subway station. Leave the subway station and walk west along Dundas Street. At the intersection of Bay Street and Dundas Street, you will find an entrance. Proceed down the escalator. The food court is on the basement floor. Please talk to the organizer with the signboard showing TJEX. (If you can’t find them, please send a message to the organizer.) ⚠️RSVP & Late Policy: If you are unable to join on the day of the event, please change your status from 'going-list' to 'not going-list'. Failure to Not show up will result in 1 No -Show. Also, in case of arriving 15 mins late to the event will result in 1 No-Show. Members are removed from the group after 3 No-Shows. Waiting List: Members can join the waiting-list even if an event is full. When a spot becomes available, we will move you to the going-list. Going List: Only Members on the going-list can participate on the day of the event. Group Instagram - @tjex.ca Feel free to follow us!

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.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

**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.

**Connected Westerville Night of Networking** *April Edition: The Introduction Economy* You've been to the networking events. You've done the small talk. Collected the cards. Forgotten the names. And walked out feeling like you just wasted two hours of your life. The problem isn't you. It's the format. Most networking events put you in a room and tell you to figure it out. So everyone defaults to elevator pitches and business talk, and nothing real gets built. Here's the truth about networking that most people miss: Your network isn't just who you know. It's who thinks of you when they're talking to someone else. *That's* The Introduction Economy. And it only works when relationships are real. There's a reason people who come once keep coming back. It starts with seven minutes that feel nothing like networking. Then we open it up. Free networking. More conversations. More momentum. This is a room full of corporate professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, creatives, and career builders in the Westerville and Columbus area. The mix is the magic. You might never do business with everyone you meet tonight. But someone in this room will think of *you.* **By name**. So, the next time someone needs exactly what you do, you get the recommendation. **April 14th. RSVP now.** **When:** Tuesday\, April 14th \| 6:15 PM \-\- 8:00 PM **Where:** Vineyard Community Center \| 6000 Cooper Rd\, Westerville\, OH 43081

**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

## **Columbus Bitcoin Meetup – Event** Join us for another great evening dedicated to Bitcoin, learning, and community. We will be gathering in the private room at Olentangy Brewery for an evening of conversation, education, and fellowship with fellow Bitcoiners. This special event will feature three guest speakers sharing insights from across the Bitcoin ecosystem. ### **Guest Speakers** **Lindsay Faust** Relationship Manager at River **Andrew Tilmann** CEO of the Midwest Bitcoin Summit **Carlos Estrada** Founder of Coin Vigilante In addition to speaking during the event, Andrew Tilmann will also be available for a meet and greet. This will be a great opportunity to ask questions about the upcoming Midwest Bitcoin Summit, taking place September 23 and 24 at the Columbus Convention Center. ### **Midwest Bitcoin Summit Discount** Early Bird pricing ends **April 1st**, but you can still save **21%** by using the promo code: **COLUMBUS** Use the link below to apply the discount: [https://tickets.midwestbtc.com/affiliate/columbusbitcoinmeetup/event/midwest-bitcoin-summit-2026/?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=columbus](https://tickets.midwestbtc.com/affiliate/columbusbitcoinmeetup/event/midwest-bitcoin-summit-2026/?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=columbus) ### **Event Details** This will be a three hour event, with speakers beginning just before 7:00 PM. There will be plenty of time afterward for networking, meeting new friends, and continuing the conversation. Food will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there! ***

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