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DR.COLOR.ONS l Watercolor Painting and Social Event l 35$
**Join us for a calming and creative** [Watercolour Workshop](https://drcolorons.com/product/paint-chill-watercolour-workshop/) **afternoon!**
Whether you’re completely new to watercolor or already in love with the softness and flow of the medium, this workshop is designed for *all levels*. No pressure, no perfect lines, just color, intuition, and joy.
I’ll provide everything you need: watercolor paper, brushes, palettes, paints, and a little spark of inspiration.
You just bring yourself (and maybe a friend!), ready to slow down, breathe, and let the water and pigment do their magic ✨
**NB:** This is not a step-by-step “copy the instructor” class.
You’ll have the freedom to paint in your own style, explore techniques, and express whatever feels right in the moment. I’ll be there to guide you, answer questions, demonstrate effects (like gradients, wet-on-wet, texture, etc.), and help you discover what watercolor can do, *without taking away your creative freedom.*
By the end, you’ll walk away with:
✨ your own watercolor artwork
✨ a better feel for the medium
✨ and a refreshed, happy mind 💛
Let’s paint, relax, and let the colors flow together!
Private Group Visit to The National Franchise Show (FREE Admission)
## **🔥 LeaderSHIFT: New Year, New Opportunities**
### **Private Group Visit to The National Franchise Show (FREE Admission)**
The new year is the perfect time to **reset, explore options, and think bigger** — without pressure, sales pitches, or noise.
LeaderSHIFT is organizing a **group visit** to **The National Franchise Show in Toronto**, where attendees can explore **business ownership, franchising, and alternative paths to entrepreneurship** — all under one roof.
This is **not** about selling franchises.
It’s about **exposure, learning, and better questions**.
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### **📍 Event Details**
**Event:** The National Franchise Show – Toronto
**Dates:** January 17 & 18
**Time:**
• Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
**Location:** Metro Toronto Convention Centre
🎟 **FREE Admission** (regularly $15)
Promo Code: **OWNABIZ26**
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### **💡 Why Attend with LeaderSHIFT?**
* Explore **dozens of business and franchise opportunities**
* Learn about **ownership, systems, and scalability**
* Attend **free educational seminars**
* Ask real questions — no pressure
* Connect with others who are **thinking seriously about their next chapter**
This is ideal if you are:
* Considering entrepreneurship but unsure where to start
* Exploring alternatives to traditional employment
* Curious about franchises, systems, or structured businesses
* Looking to make **smarter decisions in 2026**
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### **👥 How This Works**
This is a **self-guided visit** with optional group coordination:
* Come for as little or as long as you like
* Explore at your own pace
* Optional meet-up time for LeaderSHIFT members on-site
No obligation. No expectations.
***
### **⚠️ Important Notes**
* This event is **informational**, not a sales event
* LeaderSHIFT is not affiliated with any specific franchise
* Come curious, not committed
***
### **✅ RSVP to Save Your Spot**
RSVP here so we know who’s attending and can coordinate group timing.
Let’s start the year with **clarity, options, and better conversations**.
Brunch Club: Make New Friends
⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**Join the Toronto City Brunch Club and make new friends!**
Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit.
👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan.
**Why this works:**
\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier.
\* Discover new restaurants in your city, together.
\* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe.
\* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards.
**Note:**
RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder.
This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
Dinner with Friends Gratitude Party! (Cocktails and Conversations) (Jan. 18th)
Hello everyone,
I'd like to invite you out to our **Dinner with Friends Gratitude Party!**
-Reserved seating, friendly people, good conversation and great food awaits!
So please plan to join us if you can :)
\*Joined by my other groups too; so we can anticipate a fantastic evening
**Time: 6:30 p.m. -9:30 p.m.**
**Location:** La Carnita - Good Fortune Bar (Main Floor)
**Address:** 130 Eglinton Ave. Toronto, ON M4P 2X9
Event Details Bellow:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
Event Details:
**Dinner with Friends Gratitude Party! (Dinner, Cocktails and Conversations) (January 18th)**
-The great thing about this dinner party is you're free to move around to different tables and meet the other members too throughout the evening
**Dinner Party Topics** may include but not limited too: Travel, Culture, Spirituality, Relationships, Modern Dating, Work/Life balance, Art, Technology, Economy, Music, Movies, Sports, Fashion, Hobbies, Books, Psychology, Philosophy, the Future, History, Pop Culture, Theatre, etc.)
**Arrival Time:**
\*Join us any time between 6:30 pm and 7:15 pm (if you can) for a fun and highly interactive evening as we get to know the members over dinner and great conversations (of your choice)
Event goes until roughly 9:30 pm
**Event Fee:**
5 dollars (cash only please) (HST included)
or in advance by e transfer to **[steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://steveflemming11@gmail.com/)**
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**Friendly Reminder:**
\*One beverage or appetizer minimum to support the venue- this is greatly appreciated :)
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**Parking Available:**
\*Plenty of free street parking on Eglinton and (Residential area south/east of venue for free)
**Close to Subway Station:**
\*Also right beside the Yonge/Eglinton subway station :)
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That Amoré Speed Dating Ages 28-40 @Pizza Rustica (Toronto)
We are so excited to be heading to Toronto! Join us on blue Jay way for an afternoon of fresh faces, delicious beverages and pizza!
Happy Hour is heading to Blue Jay Way for our first ever Toronto speed dating round @Rustica Pizza
[Click here to purchase ticket (REQUIRED)](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thats-amore-speed-dating-ages-28-40-rustica-pizza-bar-toronto-tickets-1976997812677?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile)
Ages 28-40
Let us guide you through a casual afternoon of fresh faces & delicious beverages!
Meet People in a safe space that overcomes the awkwardness of working up the courage to speak to new people! ✨
All participants come to our events ready to get out of their comfort zone and are ready to chat!
\*Each ticket includes one complimentary drink\* Non-alcohalic beverages available\*
DM @happyhourzhamont IG to bypass Eventbrite fees & etransfer
Event length is 60-90 minutes. You meet several participants at each station in 5 minute intervals. After the event is completed you will fill out a form indicating if you would like to contact an individual after the event. If it’s a match, we will send you your results within 24 hours!
\*A match is when you and another person both pick each other and want to connect after the event!\*
End the Swiping, meet new people old school style, we look forward to seeing you!
F or more events you can follow our Instagram @happyhourshamont
\*A twenty(20) participant minimum is required due to the nature of each event. If minimum ticket requirement is not met, you will be notified 48-72 hours prior and will be fully refunded. Tickets are non-refundable, unless event is cancelled due to attendance
Korean Martial Arts (Casual Classes) - FREE
***\*\*\*This class is open to all levels, weather permitting; in an event of poor weather conditions class will be changed to a regular class\*\*\****
**Come workout, have fun, relieve your stress, and meet your fellow neighbours!**
Welcoming interested people to join our FREE classes every Tuesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm and every Sunday afternoon from 2:30PM-4:30PM near Bathurst/Lake Shore area.
Classes are led by our event organizer, Master **Dave Crook**, a seasoned 4th degree black belt Hapkido practitioner from a respected academy with many years of experience in this art and various others.
**About this form of martial arts:**
Hapkido is a hybrid Korean martial art. It is a form of self-defense that employs joint locks, grappling, throwing techniques, kicks, punches, and other striking attacks.
**How to join:**
Join this group/event and directly message me with your interest.
**Q: Is this completely FREE?**
A: Yes, classes/lessons are completely FREE
**Q: Do I require a gi/uniform to participate?**
A: Gi is completely optional, only required when doing groundwork grappling/throw techniques
**Q: Are there grading and belt progression?**
A: Yes, there are grading and belts, which will cost $30 just to cover the cost, testing will done when YOU are comfortable and ready!
**Current Martial Artists Belt Status:**
1x Masters - 4th Degree Black Belt
1x Yellow Belt (former red belt)
1x Yellow Stripe Belt
134x White Belts
**Belt Colours - Progression in Descending Order:**
* White Belt
* Yellow Stripe Belt
* Yellow Belt
* Orange Stripe Belt
* Orange Belt
* Green Stripe Belt
* Green Belt
* Blue Stripe Belt
* Blue Belt
* Red Stripe Belt
* Red Belt
* Black Stripe Belt
* Black Belt
**Curriculum of Techniques**
**White Belt to Yellow Stripe:**
**Strikes (all strikes from left wrist grab, striking with right)**
1\. Sword Strike to Clavicle
2\. Nunchuk Strike to Temple
3\. Companion Sword Strike with Elbow Strike to Solar Plexus
4\. Spear Hand to Femoral Artery
5\. Palm Strike to Floating Rib
6\. Spear Hand to Trachea
**Breakaways (all breakaways from right wrist grab)**
1\. Latissimus Dorsi push with bucking back fist
2\. When pulled with bucking back fist
3\. When pushed with bucking back fist
4\. Downward break away with elbow strike
5\. Live\-hand tricept push up with elbow strike
6\. Assisted tricept push\-up with elbow strike
**Take Downs (performed both sides)**
1\. Pivot throw
Joint Locks (all joint locks from right wrist grab)
1\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow
2\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow 45 degrees
3\. One inch bow
4\. Side wrist lock \- bend elbow
5\. Side elbow lock
6\. Elbow lock controlled
**Escapes From Mounted Position (all from opponent on mount position - performed both sides)**
1\. Escape to Mount
2\. Escape to Guard
3\. As punches are received \- buck \- single arm hook \- roll
4\. As punches are received \- buck \- shoulder walk \- two arm hook \- guard
5\. Escape when head is locked
6\. Escape when head is locked with high mount
**Kicks (both sides)**
1\. Side kick
**To learn more about Hwa Won Yue Hapkido visit our website here:**
http://www.hapkidohwawonyue.ca/toronto.html#
20s 30s Social Party & Activities in toronto
Hey Toronto!
This is your weekly escape into global cultures.
[[[Click this WhatsApp Groupchat Link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GyoGCkYt392Bi8c9nOP2d4) ]
Every Saturday at 7:30 PM, people in their 20s and 30s gather for a mix of language practice, travel stories, and community.
Whether you’re new in town or born here, this is where world citizens connect.
No judgment, no pressure — just pure, human interaction.
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🍗 Sunday Wing Meetup at Wild Wing 🍻 w/$24.99 AYCE option
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**🍗 Sunday Wing Meetup at Wild Wing 🍻**
📍 **Wild Wing – 362 Bloor St W, Toronto**
🗓 **Sunday, January 18**
⏰ **Meet at 10:45 AM** *(Look for Nick outside with the Meetup sign — doors open at 11:00 AM)*
**Why we’re meeting:**
We’re taking advantage of Wild Wing’s **limited-time All-You-Can-Eat wing deal — just $24.99 for endless wings** (drink purchase required)! 🐔🔥 With **over 100 flavours** to choose from, this is a wing lover’s dream.
Not feeling *that* hungry? No problem — you’re welcome to order from their **regular menu** instead.
💸 **Each person is responsible for their own bill.**
📖 **Check out the menu here:**
👉 [https://www.wildwingrestaurants.com/menus/](https://www.wildwingrestaurants.com/menus/)
**NOTE - this is a fully accessible venue (entrance and bathrooms)**
📌 **RSVP note:**
Please **respect your RSVP** so we can give the restaurant a heads-up — **but feel free to just show up** if your schedule is uncertain. Last-minute wing decisions are totally valid 😉
Come hungry, bring your flavour strategy, and get ready for a fun Sunday feast! 🍗😄
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Sunday Gayme Brew
*Physically Accessible Venue*
This is an opportunity to meet up for some LGBTQ2IA-flavoured gaming and socializing—allies also welcome. Come for the gaming, socializing, not to mention the draft! :) Be sure to invite friends and such, too.
Although Fred, your amiable host, starts the event at 3pm, feel free to drop in when you are able, Steadfast opens at Noon!
You'll have access to a robust library of board games, and attendees are welcome to bring their own games.
There is no event fee. Instead we ask attendees to purchase beverages or food from the venue, Steadfast Brewery, conveniently located at Lansdowne and Dundas, 301 Lansdowne Ave. Of course, since they are offering us their space for free, please consider buying a drink if you can.
Note - Sunday's is usually Miguel's day off, he may or may not pop in to cook up his amazing tacos, if the kitchen is closed, Steadfast welcomes outside food should you be hungry.
We provide nametag stickers with a pronoun field; we want this to be a comfortable environment for everyone, kindly respect people's listed or stated pronouns.
* If you are unsure of someone's pronouns, don't assume: Ask, Respect and Practice
* Definitely ask before taking pictures/videos
Steadfast Brewery is an accessible space with a smooth entrance and large single stall washrooms available on the main floor. For those with sensory concerns, there may be possible loud noises.
Steadfast offers an annual Brew Membership called **The Mug Club** that offers the following:
Your own mug! It has your name on it and is reserved for you.
A larger pour-19.5 oz vs 16 oz
1$ off pours in that mug (if you do the math, this sums to about a 40% discount on beer to stay, I think)
1 free growler fill a month (15$ value each, so $180 value for the year)
30% off merch.
It costs $150 year one, $100 every year after that.
Pub Social w/ Goodvibes
Join us for a thrilling night filled with dancing, socializing, and good vibes that will leave you wanting more! Our group, [GoodVibes.to,](http://goodvibes.to,/) is known for hosting memorable events such as "Sunday Movie Nights with GoodVibes! 🍿" and "Pub Social".
Whether you're new in town, looking to make new friends, or just want to have a great time, this event is perfect for you. Let loose on the dance floor, connect with like-minded individuals, and create lasting memories. This night promises to be an unforgettable blend of fun times, adventure, and exciting social networking. Don't miss out on the opportunity to party with us and experience the vibrant nightlife scene in the city. See you there! 🎉🕺💃
Ticket Price $6:
Free for subscribers only $4 per month
[https://goodvibes.to/event/Too2FimmjY26SiLYx](https://goodvibes.to/event/Too2FimmjY26SiLYx)
Details:
7:00pm
Location: 160 John St, Toronto, ON M5V 2E5
https://share.google/pa8qzGWJ3CtBwYXso
Host: Kynan
If you have any questions, feel free to drop them below!
Afternoon Networking & Career Connection Meetup
This afternoon meetup is a welcoming, low-pressure space to connect with others who are navigating work, job searches, career changes, or simply curious about what’s next. Whether you’re actively looking for something new or just want to be around people who get it, you’re so welcome.
The focus is on easy conversations, shared experiences, and genuine support. You can come to listen, share, ask questions, or just take it all in — whatever feels right for you.
What to expect:
• Friendly introductions and gentle conversation prompts to help break the ice
• Small, relaxed group chats so everyone has space to participate
• Time to talk about what you’re working on or hoping for next
• Optional opportunities to exchange contact info, LinkedIn, or business cards
• Coffee, conversation, and community
Who this is for:
• Anyone job searching or exploring new opportunities
• People considering a career change or building a side project
• Folks who want to grow their network in a genuine way
• Anyone who values connection and shared support
What to bring:
• Just yourself
• Optional: business cards, resumes, or LinkedIn info if you’d like to share
There is a $5 deposit to hold your spot that will be returned when you show up!
Please e-transfer sajii.thra@gmail.com
Toronto’s BIGGEST Language Exchange Event Party & Social, organized by [TILE.]
**Join [TILE.]** at the **most popular Saturday Language Learning Social Event & Party in Toronto! 🍁**
**We have a new 2-for-1 (Language class + Social event/party) format for 2026!**
**[TILE.] = Toronto International Language Exchange [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tilelearning/)**
Contact us at : \*[info@tilelearning.com.*](http://info@tilelearning.com.%2A/)
**The New [TILE.]** **2-for-1 special event every Saturday ($5 total)**
includes:
**1.** From **[7:00 - 7:30 PM](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher):** A new small group 30-minute **[Language class](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)**[ ](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)led by a certified award-winning language teacher
**2.** From **[7:30 - 11 PM](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto):** Our usual huge group **[BIGGEST LANGUAGE EXCHANGE SOCIAL EVENT AND PARTY IN TORONTO](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto)**
Both events happen Saturday on the 2nd floor of the Madison Pub (14 Madison Avenue). ***Attend either or both events for just $5 total!***
Meet Toronto locals and international friends. Talk to language teachers and speakers to learn English, French, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, and much more!
**Join us for:**
✅ Language Exchanges and Learning in a Fun Setting
✅ Meeting New Friends & Networking
✅ Board Games & Activities
✅ (Post-event) on-site Madison Pub dancing, piano bar, singing & more!
Make sure to get a nametag from one of our helpers.
*You **must** read the full event description below before attending. By attending, you agree to all the terms listed.*
**[TILE.] Toronto International Language Exchange** event details:
* We are on the 2nd floor of the Madison pub on the patio with all the international flags! *The dance floor opens around 10 PM, and the live piano bar singer start around 10:30 on the 1st floor.*
* **PAY** **$5** right at the event by **CASH, CREDIT or DEBIT**, or **SEND $5 E-TRANSFERS** to: **TILETORONTO1@GMAIL.COM**.
**\*** The second event ends late at night. It is 100% your own responsibility to ensure you get home safe.
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**IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER – Meetup Group**
By attending any TILE events, including these ones, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
* *The organizers and hosts of TILE events are are not liable for any loss, injury, damage, or other unforeseen outcomes that may occur before, during, or after any event.*
* *Photographs will be taken* *at TILE* events. *By attending these events, you understand that you may end in photographs*.
* *Participation in TILE events is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your own safety, personal belongings, transportation, behavior, and well-being. It is your responsibility to assess the risks involved in any activity or location and to act accordingly.*
* *TILE and its organizers do not provide insurance and cannot guarantee the safety, accuracy of information, or quality of venues, third-party services, or other attendees.*
* *By attending, you release TILE, its organizers, and affiliates from any and all claims or liability, and you agree to conduct yourself respectfully and in accordance with local laws and venue rules.*
* ***If you do not agree with this disclaimer, please do not attend TILE events.***
Archetypal Coaching — Activate Your Goals with Ancient Wisdom
Archetypal Coaching — Activate Your Goals with Ancient Wisdom
Ready to energize your goals and gain clear direction?
In this weekly meetup, we work with powerful archetypes from ancient traditions to align your intention, sharpen your strategy, and ignite real momentum.
4 Sessions Per Month
Tap into the power of 4 ancient traditions:
• Egyptian — Strategic clarity & long-range vision
• Scandinavian — Decisiveness & breakthrough energy
• Greek — Harmony, inspiration & personal charisma
• Sephirotic (Kabbalistic) — Deep integration & energetic anchoring.
Each 90-Min Session Includes:
• Group energy alignment (20 min)
• Personal goal setting in the energy of the week’s tradition (20 min)
• Group activation & anchoring (20 min)
• Personal alanyses, archetypal insights & support circle (30 min).
What You’ll Gain:
✓ Mental clarity & motivation
✓ Energetic support for your path
✓ Clear, inspired next steps
✓ A deeper connection to purpose.
When: Every Sunday afternoon 4-6pm
Fee: $50 CAD per session
(Limited spots available)
Facilitator:
Andrey Litvinov — Business Coach, Psychotherapist,
Grand Master of Reiki Yggdrasil
To Reserve Your Spot:
Pre-registration required via WhatsApp or Telegram
Message:
t.me/AndyTherapist
WhatsApp: +1 437 606 6502
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Christians in Tech - Meetup #27 @ Improving
Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you.
Our Website
[https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus)
Sponsors and Partners
* Improving (Venue Sponsor)
* Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor)
* Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)
Central Ohio .NET Developers Group
* Who Can Attend *
The Central Ohio .Net Developers Group meetings are free and open to the public!
All developers; professional, student, and hobbiest are welcome and encouraged to attend.
* When we meet *
The Central Ohio .Net Developers Group meets on the 4th Thursday of every month.
* Where we meet *
Please check our Meetup group link below for location details!
* Join our Meetup Group *
https://www.meetup.com/Central-Ohio-NET-Developers-Group-CONDG/
Christians in Tech - Meetup #28 @ Improving
Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you.
Our Website
[https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus)
Sponsors and Partners
* Improving (Venue Sponsor)
* Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor)
* Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)
Sip & Read: *Founder Edition* Meetup: "The 5AM Club" by Robin Sharma
Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting.
*The 5AM Club* by Robin Sharma explores how waking up early and following a structured morning routine can dramatically improve productivity, mindset, and overall life mastery. Through a blend of storytelling and practical frameworks, it teaches high performers how to build discipline, focus, and long-term success by owning the first hour of the day.
Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting.
Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot!
*Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*
Software ate the world, Agents are eating Software Engineering
2026 may be the last year many developers write code by hand. We need coding agents to solve complex problems in production codebases, but vibe coding alone won’t get us there. Vibe coding is all gas, no brakes. It burns up the context window until the agent slips on its own slop. You can go fast at first, but the more you stuff into the context window, the more tangled its outputs get. While the industry is rapidly increasing code generation speed, we still have to understand, review, merge, and maintain what gets shipped.
This talk featuring Michael Geiger will outline how coding agents (Claude Code + Gas Town) work and a framework for orchestrating them to solve complicated problems in complex codebases. It’s about steering the model: doing the research to align intent, planning the approach up front, implementing in parallel steps, and breaking early. Human judgment still matters, but it should be spent on high-leverage decisions: what to build, what to forbid, and “what is quality?”, not cleaning up slop. Attendees will leave with a checklist to identify workflow and environment gaps that hold agents back, so you and your team can ship higher-quality software starting tomorrow.
Columbus Code & Coffee 82 @ Improving
Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you!
**What to Expect at the Intro Circle**
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Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup:
* Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics
Round 1 - (7 secs max):
* Your name
* What you're working on
* What you can help others with
Round 2:
* Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
Round 3:
* Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool.
After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!
Intro to GitHub Copilot: Your AI Pair Programmer - Chris Steele
**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**
GitHub Copilot is rapidly changing how developers write, understand, and maintain code. Powered by generative AI and deeply integrated into modern development environments, Copilot acts as an intelligent coding assistant, helping developers move faster while maintaining quality and focus.
In this session, we’ll explore what GitHub Copilot is, how it works, and where it fits into a real-world developer workflow. We’ll break down what Copilot can (and cannot) do, where it can be used, and how licensing differs for individuals and organizations. Most importantly, this talk goes beyond theory with a live, hands-on demo showcasing Copilot inside the IDE and on GitHub, demonstrating how it can assist with code generation, refactoring, learning new APIs, and accelerating day-to-day development tasks.
Designed for developers, technical leads, and engineering managers, this session provides a practical introduction to AI-assisted development, highlights best practices for getting value from Copilot, and closes with guidance on how to continue learning and evolving alongside this rapidly advancing tool.
Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how GitHub Copilot can enhance productivity, improve developer experience, and fit into modern software teams today, not someday.
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