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Why Do We Suffer? A Buddhist Evening with a Special Guest
2,500 years ago, the Buddha made a radical diagnosis of the human condition: we suffer, and this suffering has a cause. But above all, there is a path out of it.
This Monday evening, the Kadampa Meditation Centre Paris is delighted to welcome Gen Kelsang Tonglam, from KMC Hong Kong, for a talk on the 4 Noble Truths: the Buddha's foundational teaching, at once strikingly clear and inexhaustibly profound. đ
Impermanence, karma, emptiness: these words come up often, but their deeper meaning transforms those who take the time to truly understand them. That is precisely what this evening offers.
âš A rare opportunity to hear this teaching presented by Gen Tonglam.
**"So precious to listen to a teacher with such experience"**
*"What strikes me about Gen Tonglam is that you can sense a genuine experience of Buddhism in his daily life"*, shares Christophe, who attended the retreat guided by Gen Tonglam at KMC France. *"His teachings are regularly punctuated with examples of how he puts the Dharma into practice with those close to him, with the people he meets, and how he manages to transform the not-always-easy situations we all face. It is always so precious to listen to someone who shares such experience."*
**"He will always find a way to meet you where you are"**
*"And he possesses a truly exceptional quality"*, adds Kadam Olivier, the resident teacher of KMC Montpellier. *"He knows how to translate the teachings so that everyone can find something practical to take away, right now. Whether you are a complete beginner or very advanced in your practice, he will always find a way to meet you where you are. I truly hope you will be able to join us for this talk."*
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đ **Practical information**
đȘ **Limited seats** in the main hall: book as soon as possible to secure your spot. An overflow space with a live stream will be available for latecomers.
đïž **Free entry** with the MĂ©ditation Pass, which also allows you to invite two guests for the evening. Without the pass, entry is âŹ15 (âŹ12 reduced rate). No one is ever turned away for financial reasons.
đ **Teaching in English with simultaneous French translation**, provided by HĂ©la Marzouk, a centre teacher and highly skilled translator.
đ§ **Remember to bring your earphones** for the best listening experience (a limited number are also available at the centre).
NĂ©mo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Ăle-de-France! đ
**NĂ©mo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Ăle-de-France! đ**
This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity.
**Whatâs on the program?**
âą Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines đ€
âą Captivating sensory and visual performances đ
âą Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world đ
We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. đ«
More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/)
**Want to get more involved?**
Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly.
đ© **How to participate**:
Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability.
Letâs organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! đ«
**Spread the word!**
If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group!
The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. đ
See you soon,
**The MeltingSpot Team**
Introduction aux 4 nobles vérités : Conférence avec un invité exceptionnel
Les 4 Nobles VĂ©ritĂ©s sont les premiĂšres instructions que Bouddha a donnĂ©es aprĂšs avoir atteint lâĂ©veil sous lâarbre Bodhi Ă Bodh Gaya.
Dans ce monde de plus en plus troublé, nos moments de bonheur sont éphémÚres et la paix intérieure nous échappe le plus souvent.
Ces enseignements sur les Quatre Nobles VĂ©ritĂ©s sont des mĂ©thodes scientifiques pour nous libĂ©rer de nos Ă©tats dâesprits nĂ©gatifs, tels que les dĂ©sirs incontrĂŽlĂ©s ou la colĂšre, qui nous empĂȘchent de faire lâexpĂ©rience dâun bonheur durable.
**Pourquoi assister à cette conférence ?**
* Explorer la sagesse intemporelle partagée par Bouddha et découvrir comment elle peut transformer notre existence.
* RĂ©flĂ©chir sur le sens profond de notre vie et identifier la vĂ©ritable cause de la souffrance ainsi que la maniĂšre de sâen libĂ©rer.
* Plonger dans des notions essentielles telles que lâimpermanence et la vacuitĂ©.
* Repartir avec des conseils pratiques pour établir en nous plus de paix.
* Participer Ă un Ă©vĂ©nement avec GuĂšn Tonglam, du centre kadampa de Hong Kong, un enseignant international qui a plus de 30 ans dâexpĂ©rience de la mĂ©ditation kadampa.
Il sâagit dâun Ă©vĂ©nement spĂ©cial Ă ne pas manquer !
Lass Uns Deutsch Sprechen ! / Parlons Allemand !
* Zwischen 10 und 30 internationale Teilnehmer \*
Wir treffen uns, um kulturellen Austausch zu fördern und Fremdsprachen zu ĂŒben. Heute Abend stehen Französisch oder Deutsch im Mittelpunkt!
Um eine freundliche und intime AtmosphĂ€re zu gewĂ€hrleisten, ist die Anzahl der Teilnehmer begrenzt. Die Veranstaltungsadresse wird nur mit Personen geteilt, die eine gĂŒltige Jahresmitgliedskarte besitzen. Durch den Beitritt zu unserer Vereinigung erhalten Sie auĂerdem einen kleinen Trick, um die Teilnehmerzahl zu ĂŒberprĂŒfen. Die Mitgliedskarte bietet eine besondere Funktion: WĂ€hlen Sie eine Aufklebernummer, um nach GesprĂ€chen mit anderen Gruppenmitgliedern einen kostenlosen Shot an der Bar zu erhalten.
**Kartenkosten**: 5⏠(hier erhÀltlich).
\*\* Entre 10 et 30 participants internationaux \*\*
Nous nous réunissons pour favoriser les échanges culturels et la pratique des langues étrangÚres.
Ce soir, place au français ou à l'allemand !
Pour une ambiance conviviale et intimiste, le nombre de participants est limité.
L'adresse de l'événement sera communiquée uniquement aux personnes possédant une carte de membre annuelle valide.
En adhérant à notre association, vous recevrez également une petite astuce pour vérifier le nombre de participants. La carte de membre offre une particularité : choisissez un numéro de vignette pour recevoir un shot gratuit au bar aprÚs avoir discuté avec les autres membres du groupe.
**Prix du billet** : 5 ⏠(disponible ici). âŹïž :
[https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025](https://bit.ly/apero-linguistique2025)
[POETRY+OPEN MIC] HARD DRIVE V.2 | DISQUE DUR V.2l
Eject before disconnectingâŠ.. Isabel Monk Cade brings her NYC-based salon Hard Drive [[[Disque Dur]]] to Paris for Volume 2âŠ. Hard Drive is a salon and open performance series⊠Poetry, comedy, essay, music, anything goes!
This edition focuses on the femme experience and women artists (however all are welcome); inviting you to dig through your literal and proverbial hard drives for the half-written stories, the scribbled nothings, and the scripts and songs youâve been too scared to re-read.
There will be a featured reading by Isabel Monk Cade of an essay, followed by randomly selected names from the sign up hat. Each person will have 7 minutes.
7PM Sign Up \| 7:30PM Salon
FAQ⊠Piano, amps, microphone, provided, everything else is BYO. Notebooks encouraged, phones discouraged, and "no assholes." Hosted in English, but French is always welcome.
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Ăjecter avant de dĂ©connecter⊠Isabel Monk Cade ramĂšne son salon new-yorkais Hard Drive [[[Disque Dur]]] Ă Paris pour le Volume 2. Hard Drive est une scĂšne ouverte hybride : poĂ©sie, stand-up, essai, musique⊠tout est bienvenu ! AnimĂ© en anglais, mais le français est bienvenu.
Le deuxiĂšme volume sera dĂ©diĂ© aux femmes et artistes fĂ©minines. Tout le monde est invitĂ© Ă tenter sa chance mais ce 2iĂšme volume sera principalement centrĂ© sur lâexpĂ©rience fĂ©minine et ce qui tout ce qui va avec. On vous met au dĂ©fi de fouiller dans vos disques durs (rĂ©els ou proverbiaux) pour en sortir ces histoires Ă moitiĂ© Ă©crites, ces riens griffonnĂ©s ou ces scripts que vous avez trop peur de relire.
Le programme⊠Lecture dâun essai par Isabel Monk CadeâŠ. Sâensuivra aprĂšs un tirage au sort: Les inscriptions seront sĂ©lectionnĂ©es au hasard, 7 minutes chacun.
19h00 Inscriptions \| 19h30 Début du Salon\.
FAQâŠPiano, amplis, micro et pupitre sur place. Pour tout le reste - câest BYO. Boissons sur place: câest un salon aprĂšs tout. Les calepins sont vivement encouragĂ©s. Les tĂ©lĂ©phones⊠beaucoup moins.
Tournoi échecs
Rejoins-nous pour un premier tournoi dâĂ©checs ouvert Ă tous au kawaa du Lucernaire ! LâĂ©vĂ©nement est ouvert Ă tous les niveaux : que tu joues souvent ou seulement de temps en temps, tu es le·a bienvenu·e. LâidĂ©e, câest surtout de passer un bon moment autour dâun jeu quâon aime, dans une ambiance conviviale, avec de dĂ©licieuses boissons et tapas.
Organisateurs : Chess Agenda
Horaires : de 19h Ă 21h
Tarif : 15⏠(dont 10⏠de crédit conso sur une sélection de boissons et plats de la carte)
Pour plus d'infos et réserver ta place : [clique ici](https://chessagenda.com/events/989aedd1-3651-4b75-9484-3b787a3b46c4)
TED Events This Week
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Le rendez-vous techno-futuriste [Meetup H+ #370]
**Le rendez-vous de ceux qui s'intéressent au futur de l'Humanité !**
Transhumanisme, longĂ©vitĂ©, intelligence artificielle, science-fiction, biohacking... envie d'en discuter autour dâun verre ?
Depuis 10 ans, nous réunissons des esprits curieux et technophiles pour échanger idées, projets et questions, dans une ambiance détendue et accessible. Néophytes bienvenus, experts également !
Nous explorons comment les avancées scientifiques et les nouvelles technologies peuvent améliorer nos vies, en théorie et en pratique, ainsi que nos sociétés, et notre civilisation !
**La thématique de la rencontre**
Elle est annoncée le week-end précédant l'événement, sur notre [serveur Discord](https://discord.gg/K3RjYH4) dans le salon #annonces !
**Le format**
C'est une discussion commune encadrée, avec une courte introduction pour présenter le sujet du jour, suivie d'échanges libres (à partir de 22h en général).
**Pour nous trouver**
Nous sommes à l'étage, dans la salle à droite en sortie des escaliers. Des affichettes "Meetup" seront visibles.
Peut-on PrĂ©voir le HasardâŻ? đ ConfĂ©rence Ă la CitĂ© des Sciences
**ChÚr·e·s Group Elements,**
(oui, comme dans un[ groupe mathĂ©matique](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Group_theory) đ)
Retrouvons-nous pour assister ensemble à la conférence sur la magie de la probabilité !
**Description de la conférence**
« Il est dans la nature mĂȘme du hasard d'ĂȘtre incertain, tout comme il est dans celle des mathĂ©matiques d'ĂȘtre certaines. Les deux seraient donc irrĂ©conciliables ? Pas si sĂ»r. La thĂ©orie des probabilitĂ©s est plus florissante que jamais, menant de façon insolite sa mission paradoxale : extraire le prĂ©visible de l'imprĂ©visible. »
đïž**Intervenant :**
**[MickaĂ«l Launay](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Micka%C3%ABl_Launay),** mathĂ©maticien, crĂ©ateur de la chaĂźne scientifique *[MicMaths](https://www.youtube.com/@Micmaths/videos)* et auteur dâouvrages de vulgarisation
Une vidéo sur le thÚme des probabilités [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Wq6H8GMVm0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Wq6H8GMVm0)
ou bien ça : [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGoWEBEEUQw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGoWEBEEUQw)
đ **[Inscription (Gratuit)](https://billetterie.cite-sciences.fr/activites.html?tx_site_offerbooking%5Boffer%5D=743&tx_site_offerbooking%5Bshow%5D=2534955373511000027&cHash=52c026a8171e4489373f11a3ad2a9400&_gl=1*lkyzqt*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTIzNzkxMDU1Ny4xNzgwNDM1MDIy*_ga_Y1RMK6SM9Z*czE3ODA0MzUwMjIkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODA0MzUwMjckajU1JGwwJGgw*_ga_GDBZL979Q1*czE3ODA0MzUwMjIkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODA0MzUwMjckajU1JGwwJGgw) +** [Page des ConfĂ©rences](https://www.cite-sciences.fr/fr/au-programme/activites-spectacles/conferences/saison-2026/les-insolites?_gl=1*1clmkrr*_up*MQ..*_ga*NzEzNzUwOTg4LjE3ODA0MzYyOTY.*_ga_Y1RMK6SM9Z*czE3ODA0MzYyOTYkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODA0MzYzNDMkajEzJGwwJGgw*_ga_GDBZL979Q1*czE3ODA0MzYyOTYkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODA0MzYzNDMkajEzJGwwJGgw&utm_source=vibes)
â¶ïž **Diffusion en direct**
La séance sera également diffusée en direct :
**[https://www.youtube.com/live/DH3t2Abmolw](https://www.youtube.com/live/DH3t2Abmolw)**
đ» AprĂšs lâĂ©vĂ©nement, pour celles et ceux qui le souhaitent, nous pourrons nous retrouver autour dâun verre ou d'un dĂźner Ă proximitĂ© â pour Ă©changer librement sur ce qui nous a marquĂ©, poser des questions, ou simplement prolonger le moment. Par exemple au [Boom Boom Villette](https://maps.app.goo.gl/cSLEiqqH3rbkB9HH7), juste Ă cĂŽte !
Ă trĂšs bientĂŽt pour explorer lâUnivers ensemble ! đ
**P.S. :** Nous publions Ă©galement ici des Ă©vĂ©nements Ă la croisĂ©e des sciences et des lettres : [Paris Cultural Outings Circle](https://www.meetup.com/paris-cultural-outings-circle/) đŒđ
Cosy Cave Conversations // 10Úme // Café philo in English
**Step into the laid-back charm of Cosy Cave Conversations**, a Parisian philosophy chat that's more relaxed than a cat in a sunbeam đ đ Gather with a bunch of easygoing souls, share thoughts on the good life and its mysteries, enjoy a beverage, and have a good laugh.
A few things to be aware of:
* **Please** **don't show up without a spot** (we aim to keep it cosy and we always have a waiting list these days â check if youâre on the list or the waiting list)
* If it's your first event, it's essential you **turn up early, or at the latest on time (<7pm)** so you understand how it works, what the topic is and don't interrupt the session
* The **session runs from 7pm to 8:30pm** where we focus on the discussion, but don't worry, you'll have a chance to socialise, introduce yourselves and continue the chat after the session.
**If youâre running late** (the curtains are closed), thatâs okay, but please wait to join us in the break rather than interrupting the session.
* Please read the **tips below** for a good session before coming along
**How does it work?** We embrace the cafĂ©-philo method â proposing intriguing topics on the night (up to 3), choosing one together, and diving into everything from consciousness, community, death and god, while managing to keep it light and easy đŠŠ
**Forget the stiff atmosphere**, we're all about small groups (\~10 people) and unpretentious chats with no homework required. No need for a philosophy degree, just bring your open mind and a dash of curiosity.
**Join us every Wednesday 19h-20h30 at Les Acolytes** â because pondering the profound is better with good company (and a pint). See you there! đ
A few tips for a great session:
* come with an **open and curious mind** đ§
* **prioritise listening to others and asking questions** without interrupting or long monologues đ
* we put a strong **emphasise on giving everyone a chance to contribute to the discussion**, so try and be aware of how much space and time you take up when speaking đ»ââïž
* we prioritise **intellectual accessibility**: this is not an academic group therefore we ask to keep any philosophy jargon to a minimum and instead explain any concepts in plain english đ€
* we are an **apolitical group** that focuses on discussing and exploring philosophical ideas without endorsing or aligning with any specific political or religous ideologies. Our aim is to encourage open, unbiased dialogue centered on philosophical inquiry within a safe and respectful environment đ„
Conférence-débat - Exister, ou comment passer du potentiel au réel ?
âToute la vie, câest passer du potentiel au rĂ©elâ
Et si la confiance en soi, la motivation et la dĂ©termination Ă©taient des capacitĂ©s que lâon pouvait rĂ©ellement comprendre et dĂ©velopper ?
Ă travers cette confĂ©rence-dĂ©bat animĂ© par Jonathan Clares, venez explorer les liens entre volontĂ©, Ă©tats de conscience et accomplissement personnel. Un temps dâĂ©change pour rĂ©flĂ©chir Ă notre capacitĂ© Ă transformer nos idĂ©es en actions concrĂštes et Ă rĂ©vĂ©ler pleinement notre potentiel.
Entre neurosciences, biologie humaine et sagesses ancestrales, cette rencontre propose une approche accessible et inspirante pour mieux comprendre les mécanismes de la motivation, de la conviction et de la détermination dans nos vies quotidiennes.
đĄ ThĂ©matique : Confiance en soi, volontĂ© et accomplissement personnel
đ§âđ« Format : ConfĂ©rence - dĂ©bat participative
đ Organisateurs : kawaa lumiĂšre x Jonathan Clares
â° Horaires : de 18h Ă 20h
đ DĂ©roulĂ© :
Accueil des participant·es et présentation de la conférence
Intervention autour de la volonté, des états de conscience et du passage du potentiel au réel
Exemples concrets issus des neurosciences et de la biologie humaine
Temps dâĂ©changes, questions - rĂ©ponses et discussion collective
đ MatĂ©riel : Aucun matĂ©riel nĂ©cessaire â un carnet de notes peut ĂȘtre utile
đ„ Participant·es : ouvert Ă toutes et Ă tous
đ° Tarif : Ă©vĂ©nement gratuit et ouvert Ă toutes et Ă tous â une consommation par personne est demandĂ©e avant le dĂ©but de lâĂ©vĂ©nement afin de soutenir le kawaa.
INFOS Ă LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT :
Les participant·es sont susceptibles dâĂȘtre photographié·es ou filmé·es pendant lâĂ©vĂ©nement. Si tu ne souhaites pas apparaĂźtre sur les photos/vidĂ©os, prĂ©viens-nous en dĂ©but dâatelier.
#5 Meetup A11Y chez Warren Walter
Rejoignez-nous dans les locaux de Warren Walter pour notre 5em meetup accessibilité !
Rendez vous pour un nouvel Ă©vĂ©nement rĂ©gulier dĂ©diĂ© Ă lâaccessibilitĂ©.
L'objectif ? Partager des bonnes pratiques, des retours d'expérience, et créer un espace d'échange entre les actrices et les acteurs du numérique.
**Au programme de cette édition :**
Une heure de talks đ€
Un temps de networking convivial autour d'un verre (ou deux)đ».
Le tout dans les locaux de notre hĂŽte !
**Interventions prévues :**
**\- Christophe Villeneuve** :
Firefox : accessibilité ouverte (orienté développeur) (épisode 2)
**\- Romain Dausset :**
Intelligence collective et Design Sprint au service de l'accessibilité (le cas RATP)
**\- Pierre Marragou :**
Agir en justice pour l'accessibilité numérique
**Informations sur l'événement :**
Rendez-vous le Jeudi 11 Juin 2026, les talks dĂ©marreront Ă partir de 19h10 (possibilitĂ© d'entrer dans la salle dĂšs 18h40). đ
Inscription gratuite sur cette page.
L'adresse se situe au : **129 rue Léon Maurice Nordmann, Paris**
**AccĂšs PMR** **:** Salles accessibles aux fauteuils roulants, pas de toilettes accessible.
Social Run : Courir en conscience
/!\ Lieu de rendez vous : Water Tap :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/tS9KWcWC9CH7JUpr5?g_st=ac
/!\
Et si la course était un moyen de mieux se connaßtre ?
Le Socrate Social Run, câest un format simple :
* 7 km en groupe
* Allure accessible (\~6 min/km)
* Un temps dâĂ©change aprĂšs la course
* Un moment convivial
Ici, on ne vient pas chercher un chrono.
On vient vivre une expérience.
Le concept :
Courir ensemble, ĂȘtre attentif Ă son souffle, Ă ses sensations, Ă ses pensĂ©es qui apparaissent dans lâeffort.
Des exercices pratiques pour voir comment le mental peut ĂȘtre un alliĂ© dans l'effort.
Le module explore les thématiques suivantes :
* Comprendre sa relation Ă lâeffort physique,
* Repérer ses automatismes (comparaison, impatience, découragement, manque de souffle),
* Découvrir ses ressources naturelles,
* Apprendre à écouter son rythme,
* ExpĂ©rimenter lâalignement entre corps, souffle et attention pour donner le meilleur.
AprĂšs la course :
Un dĂ©brief simple et concret pour partager ce qui a Ă©tĂ© vĂ©cu, croiser les regards, approfondir lâexpĂ©rience entre coureurs.
Puis un moment convivial autour dâune boisson
Apéro-philo : Athéna et Aphrodite - les forces de l'ùme
**Inscription obligatoire via ce lien :**
https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1989756606573?aff=oddtdtcreator
Pouvons-nous rĂ©concilier les forces contraires de lâĂąme, afin que lâamour ne nous aveugle pas et que la luciditĂ© ne dessĂšche pas le vivant ?
Aphrodite et Athena nâenseignent ni Ă choisir entre le dĂ©sir et la raison, ni Ă opposer la douceur Ă la force. Elles mettent en question notre capacitĂ© Ă rĂ©concilier les forces contraires de lâĂąme, afin que lâamour ne nous aveugle pas et que la luciditĂ© ne dessĂšche pas le vivant.
Elles interrogent ce que devient une existence lorsque la sagesse oublie le cĆur, ou lorsque le dĂ©sir refuse toute mesure. Entre puissance guerriĂšre et puissance dâattraction, elles invitent Ă chercher une harmonie intĂ©rieure capable dâunir Ă©lan, discernement et profondeur humaine.
Les mythes ne sont pas des contes pour apaiser lâenfance de lâhumanitĂ©. Ils sont nĂ©s pour dire ce que la raison seule ne parvient pas Ă rĂ©soudre.
Cet apĂ©ro philo se veut un temps chaleureux et artistique, oĂč la parole circule et oĂč les questionnements se tissent.
**Tarif unique :** 7âŹ
**Nous trouver :** Espace FalguiĂšre, 12 rue FalguiĂšre 75015 Paris
TED Events Near You
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QA or The Highway 2026
QA or the Highway is a one-day, affordable, regional, professional conference featuring real-world experience and thought leadership in the QA and testing industry.
This is a ticketed event please register here:
https://www.qaorthehwy.com/
Featured Keynote Speakers:
**Matthew-Hope Eland** **(Wizard at Leading EDJE)** \- An AI Specialist and Wizard at Leading EDJE who is known to teach software engineering\, AI\, and data science concepts in the most ridiculous ways possible\. Matt has used machine learning to settle debates over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie\, reinforcement learning to drive the behavior of digital squirrels\, data analytics to suggest improvements to his favorite TV show\, and AI agents to play board games and create an AI agent with the personality of a dog\. Matt is the author of "Data Science in \.NET with Polyglot Notebooks" and "Refactoring with C\#" as well as several LinkedIn Learning courses\. Matt helps organize the Central Ohio \.NET Developer Group\, runs several blogs and a YouTube channel\, has a Masterâs of Science in Data Analytics\, and is a current Microsoft MVP in AI and \.NET\.
**Tatyana Arbouzova** **(CEO at Innovate QA)** \- Tatyana Arbouzova is an engineering and business leader with a strong background in Quality Engineering across multiple industries\, including Big Tech\, Healthcare\, and Entertainment\. She has held leadership roles at world\-class companies such as Microsoft\, VMware\, Disney\, and The Pokémon Company International\, where she focused on building quality\-driven cultures and scaling teams to deliver high\-impact products\. With decades of experience\, Tatyana has helped organizations transform their quality practices so teams can deliver software efficiently\, confidently\, and with measurable business outcomes\. Today\, Tatyana advises software companies on adopting AI to optimize quality practices and improve how software is delivered at scale\. She is also a passionate community builder and the founder of Innovate QA\, a thriving Seattle\-based community and conference for quality professionals\.
Battle of the personal agents
Join the Columbus AI community for a special event.
**Battle of the Personal Agents** is your chance to see what people are actually building with AI agents and personal automation systems. Whether youâre running OpenClaw, Hermes, or a completely custom solution, bring your agent and show the community how it works.
Weâre interested in real-world implementations: the problems your agent solves, how you use it day-to-day, how itâs hosted and managed, how you built it, and why youâve chosen to keep using it. Live demonstrations are encouraged, so be prepared to show your code, architecture, workflows, and your agent performing real tasks.
This is less about polished presentations and more about sharing practical experience, comparing approaches, and learning from one another. If youâd like to present, please contact Chris Slee (via meetup) before the event so we can allocate enough time for everyoneâs demonstrations.
Come ready to show what youâve built, discover what others are doing, and maybe find a few ideas worth taking home.
Whether youâre deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.linkedin.com/company/transformlabs/)
Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/transformlabshq)
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started â but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome â please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. đ€ đ
**IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...**
[The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up.
* This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).
Data & Analytics Wednesday - Finding Product Insights
**The Behavior Gap: Where Products Win or Lose**
Teams today have more data than ever, and yet many still struggle to understand why customers adopt, engage with, or abandon their products. Teams sprint, ship faster, and chase more signals⊠all while metrics stall and confidence drops. The missing piece isnât more data. Itâs often the behavioral insight between the metrics, explaining why the numbers move in the first place. Dashboards can tell you what customers did, but understanding why they did it (and how to influence what they do next) requires a deeper blend of insights. This session is about closing that gap.
Drawing from real-world experience designing and scaling products as [ZoCo Design](https://zocodesign.com/)âs CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behaviorâmoving people, and moving metrics. Youâll learn:
* Why understanding customer behavior is a quant and qual challenge
* How to spot the signals that actually predict behavior change
* Where AI accelerates insight, and where it creates distraction
* How to get meaningfully closer to customers, without adding more tools
This talk reframes how to evaluate performance and identify what levers actually improve it, helping your team to make smarter bets with greater confidence. Every meaningful outcome is driven by behavior change. And when you know how to design for behavior, you stop guessing, and start building things that work.
**About Our Speaker**
[Lacey Picazo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) is the Founder and CEO of ZoCo, a healthcare product studio that turns complex, high-stakes ideas into products that drive real-world adoption. She partners with healthcare organizations to uncover critical care delivery insights, focus product strategy through behavior design, and build solutions that patients and providers actually use.
Thanks to our 2026 sponsors:
[Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro)
More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)
Psychic Development Series II - Pueo Group
Private Group. Closed to the Public
Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy.
In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected.
The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve.
I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.





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