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Something is shifting in the world, and most of us can feel it even when we can’t quite name it. This evening is an invitation to slow down together and look more carefully at what’s happening — the forces pulling us upward into endless striving and downward into exhaustion, and the possibility that these are not separate crises but expressions of the same underlying dynamic. The cracks appearing around us may be less a sign of collapse than an opening. Not an evening about fixing everything. More an exploration of what it might mean to find footing — and even moments of joy — in disorienting times. ### How the evening will unfold The first part of the evening will be a reflection and conversation led by František, with space for questions and dialogue. After that, the evening opens up: tea, food, smaller conversations, and time for half-formed intuitions to meet others thinking along similar lines. Školská 28 has hosted this kind of slow, attentive exchange for decades, and the space itself shapes the atmosphere of the evening. Stay as long as feels right. ### About František Over the past decade, František has moved between very different worlds — from research in Xinjiang to theology classrooms, from long-distance cycling journeys to communities working on systemic change. Along the way, he became increasingly interested in the deeper questions underneath modern life: how to live meaningfully in a time when many inherited structures no longer feel stable. Today he stewards Hostačov, a 16th-century château in the Czech Highlands, where he is building a home for the kind of unhurried inquiry modern life rarely leaves room for. ### The container The evening is hosted under the umbrella of IDG Czechia (Inner Development Goals), a community focused on cultivating the inner capacities needed to navigate complex challenges. František is one of the core contributors to the IDG Czechia Centre. Contribution for the space: 0–200 CZK, paid at the venue.

We'll have another session with talks. The main topic will be about Safe Scala and DAPR. Safe Scala is a subset of the Scala language which strictly enforces the discipline of tracking all effects via Capabilities. It was originally pitched by Odersky as safe way to let AI agents write code, since they can't just run arbitrary code from JDK nor do side effects in general. But it may have seemed thus as a purely academic exercise. This is where DAPR comes in. It's an innovative cloud runtime from Microsoft, which lets programmers focus on writing business logic. The rest, like wiring up service calls, queues, handling retries or managing state is delegated to a language agnostic sidecar container. The point of the presentation will be to prove that if we represent individual aspects of DAPR as Capabilities, we can write apps in Safe Scala. We will prove that Safe Scala can actually be practical choice for writing typical cloud (micro-)services. We'll also have a round of lightning talks. This event is sponsored by [Pure Brew](https://purebrew.tech/)

# Expat Entrepreneur Night! Tired of fighting Czech bureaucracy, confusing taxes, and trying to grow a business alone? Stop scrolling and join us! We are bringing together Prague’s top local experts and an intimate community of international professionals to help you bypass the red tape, master life admin, and fast-track your business success. **🔴 CRITICAL: A Meetup RSVP does NOT guarantee entry. You must register on our website to attend!** 👉 **Get Your Ticket Here:** [https://www.expatbusinesscz.com/](https://www.expatbusinesscz.com/) ### 🎤 Meet Your Expert Panel: * **Gorana Dibra** (CEO, Simply Sorted) – *Settling In & Life Beyond Business* * **Aygul Babayeva** (Managing Partner, Prague Business Consulting) – *Starting a Business, Taxes & Legal* * **Pavlina Eneva** (Executive Coach) – *The Mindset of an Expat Entrepreneur* * **Robin Petrasék** (CEO, Expats Finance) – *Financing Property & Investments as an Expat* * **Diana Masopust** (National Director, BNI Czechia) – *Building Your Network with Purpose* * ### 🔥 Why You Need to Be in the Room: * **Zero Awkwardness:** Color-coded badges instantly match you by stage (🟢 Starting Out, 🔵 Already Running a Business, 🟡 Just Exploring). * **The "Opportunity Wall":** Post what you need or offer to instantly trade leads, partnerships, and collaborations. * **Actionable Takeaways:** Leave with physical step-by-step checklists, including the *Business Setup Checklist for Expats*. * **Guided Speed Networking:** A structured, high-energy format to ensure you make valuable connections comfortably. ### 📍 When & Where * **📅 Date:** Monday, June 8, 2026 * **⏰ Time:** 17:00 – 21:00 (Sessions start promptly) * **📍 Venue:** **Healthy Longevity Café** (Opletalova 930/28, Prague 1) – Near Wenceslas Square. * ⚠️ **Strictly limited to 30 seats** to ensure high-quality, meaningful networking. Don't wait until it sells out! 👉 **Lock in your spot right now:** [https://www.expatbusinesscz.com/](https://www.expatbusinesscz.com/)

**Looking for a fun way to meet new people in Prague?** Join us **every Monday** for our popular Karaoke & Beerpong Nights – a relaxed and international evening where Erasmus students, expats, and locals come together to unwind, sing their hearts out, and enjoy some friendly competition. We start at 21:00 and go till late! 🙏🏼 **💥 What’s Waiting for You** • 🎤 Karaoke – open mic all night long • 🏓 Free Beerpong – we’ll get you some free beer for the game 🍺 • 🎧 DJ playing international hits • 😌 Relaxed atmosphere – no pressure, just good vibes • 🌍 Meet internationals & Erasmus students from all over Whether you’re here to play, sing, or just vibe, it’s the perfect way to connect and kick back midweek. **👋 Who’s It For?** • Internationals, expats, & travellers • Anyone who enjoys karaoke, games, and social nights out **🎟️ How It Works** ✅ Entry is free – just come :) 🍻 Free beerpong (yes, we provide beer for the game) 💬 Solo or with friends – everyone’s welcome This event is co-organised with **Erasmus in Prague** 📸 Instagram: [@erasmusinprague](https://www.instagram.com/erasmusinprague?igsh=eXdkNWJvdXZuZXJt&utm_source=qr) 💬 Join our [International WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FF9tF0cqyeJHkFd6krTczW?mode=ems_copy_h_t) 🔁 Recurring Weekly Event 😊 Same time, same place, every Monday 💙

**Looking for a fun way to meet new people in Prague?** Join us every Monday for our famous **Karaoke & Beerpong Mondays**– a relaxed and international evening where Erasmus students, expats, and locals come together to unwind, sing their hearts out, and enjoy some friendly competition. We start at 21:00 and go till late! (1-2am)🙏🏼 **💥 What’s Waiting for You** • 🎤 Karaoke – open mic all night long withh a DJ in between • 🏓 Free Beerpong – we’ll get you some free beer for the game 🍺 • 😌 Relaxed atmosphere – no pressure, just good vibes • 🌍 Meet internationals & Erasmus students from all over Whether you’re here to play, sing, or just vibe, it’s the perfect way to connect and kick back midweek. **👋 Who’s It For?** • Erasmus students • Internationals, expats, locals & travellers • Anyone who enjoys karaoke, games, and social nights out **🎟️ How It Works** ✅ Entry is free – just come :) 🍻 Free beerpong (yes, we provide beer for the game) 💬 Solo or with friends – everyone’s welcome **🔗 Stay connected** 📸 Instagram: [@erasmusinprague](https://www.instagram.com/erasmusinprague?igsh=eXdkNWJvdXZuZXJt&utm_source=qr) 💬 Join our [International WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FF9tF0cqyeJHkFd6krTczW?mode=ems_copy_h_t) 🔁 Recurring Weekly Event Same time, same place – **every Monday** :) **Monday doesn't work?** You're in luck, we do the very same event **every Thursday in club FAMU**, among other meet-ups throughout the week! 😁

Looking to meet new people in Prague and play badminton in a relaxed atmosphere? Join our social badminton event – perfect for meeting people and having fun while playing. 🏸 All levels welcome 🏸 No experience needed 🏸 We mix players so everyone gets a game This is not a competitive tournament – the focus is on socializing and enjoying the game. 📍 Location: Badminton Aréna Skalka 🕒 Time: 20:00–23:00 💰 Price: 350 CZK / 250 CZK with Multisport Spots are limited. 👉 Reserve your spot here: [https://www.bananasport.cz/sportovni-udalost/14](https://www.bananasport.cz/sportovni-udalost/14)

Learning Czech can be hard and demotivating, especially when studying alone. **This meetup is a shared study session where we come together to stay focused, motivated, and make progress — each in our own way.** This is a co-learning / co-studying session, not a class. There is no teacher, no lesson, and no study material provided. Everyone comes with their own resources and studies independently, in a shared environment. 🧠 **How it works** • We all bring our own material: • textbooks • homework from a Czech course • Duolingo or other apps • reading practice • vocabulary review, etc. • We mainly work individually • We are free to: • ask questions • help each other • share tips and resources • No teacher, no formal structure, no pressure 👥 **Who is it for?** • Czech learners of all levels • Non-Czech speakers (expats, internationals) • Czech native speakers are welcome if they want to help, but this is not a language exchange ⏱ **Practical info** • Location: Cafedu 12, Škrétova 490, 120 00 Praha 2 (Metro A and C, Muzeum station) • Duration: 2 hours, or less or more, as you want • Day & time: Monday, 18:00 • Group size: small group for now • Free event — please support the café by ordering a drink ☕ If you’re learning Czech and lack motivation when studying alone, come join us — let’s find it together 🙂

**ВАЖЛИВО! Зареєструйтеся на [Luma page](https://luma.com/oqtailxc)** Запрошуємо на офлайн-подію у Хмельницькому в рамках Projector Global Community — **Skill Boost: dark interfaces & process realities.** ​Поговоримо про дизайн, процеси та рішення без прикрас — такими, якими вони є в реальних проєктах. Без ідеалізованих кейсів і «правильних» відповідей. На івенті розберемо: * Dark patterns: як інтерфейси змушують користувача діяти «потрібним» способом * Маніпуляції в інтерфейсах, які давно стали нормою — і чому ми майже перестали їх помічати * Agile vs Waterfall у реальних проєктах: що реально працює, а що красиво виглядає лише в теорії * SWOT у discovery: як аналіз допомагає бачити ризики, можливості та не втрачати фокус ще до старту роботи ​Без теорії заради теорії — тільки практичний досвід, кейси, факапи та розмови про реальність digital-процесів. **Спікери:** * [​](https://www.linkedin.com/in/olexworld/)**[Євген Олексюк](https://www.linkedin.com/in/olexworld/)**, Senior UX Designer в EPAM, куратор курсів UX Design Beginning та UX Design Medium у Projector Online Institute, ментор Projector Mentorship * [​](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadym-kulatsky/)**[Вадим Кулацький](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadym-kulatsky/)**, Senior UI/UX Designer в Stfalcon * **[Віталій Шматлай,](https://www.linkedin.com/in/shmatlai/)** Business Analyst in P2H, Inc * ​\*\*[Aнжеліка Зембіцька](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anzhelika-zembitska/)\*\*, UI/UX Designer * **​[Наталя Гринчук](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliahrynchuk/)**, модераторка **📍 Деталі події** **11 червня (четвер)**, **19:00** *EET (Україна)* Локація: **МУСКАТ** *(вул. Подільська, 70)* Подія **безкоштовна**, але за **попередньою реєстрацією** - **[LUMA](https://luma.com/oqtailxc)** ! Формат — короткі виступи, жива дискусія та нетворкінг із людьми, які люблять ставити питання «щоб що?» трохи частіше за інших. ​Після — спілкування, кава і коктейлі в МУСКАТ 🥃 Приходьте поговорити про дизайн і процеси чесно. Та круто провести час 😊

Want to catch the latest breakthroughs in AI and Google's technologies while hanging out with an awesome crew? We’re hitting the Google Cloud Summit together! This is a completely chill, unstructured hangout. Attend whichever tech tracks interest you, network with interesting people, and enjoy great food and drinks for free. Afterward, we party! 🎟️ **SECURE YOUR FREE TICKET HERE (Mandatory for entry):** [https://cloudonair.withgoogle.com/events/summit-czechrepublic-26](https://cloudonair.withgoogle.com/events/summit-czechrepublic-26) 📍 **Location:** Prague Congress Center (Kongresové centrum Praha) 💰 **Price:** 100% FREE (including high-quality catering and drinks) 👉 **Temporary WhatsApp group** for better in-event coordination: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Df2b854cB3cKngYd9QE5Ov **⏰ The Timeline** * **Doors Open:** 8:30 * **17:00:** Summit ends + Official Google Afterparty begins 🥂 * **20:00 - 23:00:** Balfolk Dancing fun! (Conveniently happening right in front of the Congress Center every Tuesday 💃) **The Vibe:** Totally informal. There is no rigid group schedule—everyone is free to explore the summit tracks they love. We will use the Meetup event chat to sync up, grab lunch together, mingle during the afterparty, and transition to the dance floor later. See you there! 💻🍻

Welcome to the international Café Philo in Prague. We meet every first Saturday of the month in the cosy [Café Millème](https://store11473398.ecwid.com) in the center of Prague. We choose a participant randomly, by lottery, who then has the privilege to determine the topic of our discussion. We will reflect, ponder and exchange arguments until our brains are on fire. Philosophy isn't just something for universities, it is a way to open your mind to new thoughts and questions. No application is necessary, there is no entrance fee and there are no prerequisites for participating, except curiosity and respect for other people. We meet from 17:15 until 18:45 to follow together the white rabbit into the wonderland of philosophy... More information about me under this [link](https://sophonautik.ch/english/).

A weekend about real communication. We will sit in a circle and explore what happens when people slowly stop performing and start listening more honestly. It is a three-day Community Building workshop in the tradition of M. Scott Peck — for people who want to understand themselves better in contact with others. How do I speak when I am afraid? How do I listen when someone is different from me? What do I hide? What makes real closeness difficult? The weekend will be held in Czech with English translation. Facilitated by Hana Perglerová and Karol Herian from Community Building CZ. VENUE ATMA Community Space Vítkova 10, Prague 8 PRICE From 11 May: 5100 czk. Accommodation and meals are not included. Each participant arranges their own accommodation and meals. If the price is a barrier, please contact the organisers — individual arrangements may be possible. SCHEDULE Friday 12 June 15:30–15:45 registration 16:00–17:30 introduction 17:30–18:30 dinner 18:30–20:00 circle Saturday 13 June 09:00–12:30 circle 12:30–14:00 lunch 14:00–17:30 circle 17:30–18:30 dinner 18:30–20:00 circle Sunday 14 June 09:00–12:30 circle 12:30–14:00 lunch 14:00–15:00 circle 15:30–17:30 reflection 18:00 closing Please note: we commit to being present for the full circle process from beginning to end. WHAT TO BRING Comfortable clothing Your own pillow or blanket for sitting A re-sealable water bottle And willingness to discover something new REGISTRATION [https://forms.gle/jgsnmGJeNWYoKL8H6](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FjgsnmGJeNWYoKL8H6%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwZE0zSkNUNndPQ3cyQjNBYXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR563FaSdVbXqr8o-KqDQY1xZlzGn-4SdaM5-YPBcCP1M2t3oVV3mUXl7wKzKA_aem_YWdncwAw9NGadCp_LakS9Wlw0oOn%26brid%3DYWdncwFMm5khYITw0UTpqKVzhCdN&h=AUD1UDD1h7379msGP4-uSMwQzRjDTnYWDmnFl1z9taoSJAh31tpjUea1VNMuu8qgXYlR8e20sktoFVh22zwy-Qsv9mQqF4HkKh3voe4qpwtAOKZM4QWJk5KOlQb9inifInrgfpTSZjM4iFq0KvmHdmu9U_PfmQ&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUCyhkGoEzsjzd4zc59Dhy0n3inK-aWUnz5MqNWqgq5NmAKa2RmLg25bCEayB0aEWsAKtD4gZM4N4_Gv_WpFkCdjpOk4Izf0_rgNPq-iX-SNra03kBo5quCVCWZrviKUB48W6pJZyYj0j9_hAxeTJY7GBKC4NQe_-rw) Your place is reserved once your registration is confirmed and the seminar is paid for. Contact for the organiser: Hana Perglerová info@communitybuilding.live +420 608 114 553

**This is just the beginning... 🚀** Prompting is the foundation and the fundamental skill in AI. Once we master it we can progress to automation for work/business, ai agents, chatbots, content creation and beyond. **What you'll learn:** ✍️ **The anatomy of a great prompt** 🍃 Etchical and Responsible Prompting 🚫 **Common prompting mistakes and how to fix them** You dont need to be techy. This is a beginner friendly workshop. :) See you there! Disclaimer: 💜 "Sharing is Caring" Edition. This free workshop is part of our Sharing is Caring series — a space where we share our knowledge, learn from each other, and grow together. It is a community-driven experience built on openness, curiosity, and peer learning. Certified courses, AI Career Advantage programs from Fem AI Lab are also coming soon, stay tuned! Come as you are and leave with new insights and a few new connections too. 😉🌸 ***

**🎟️ REGISTER [HERE](https://luma.com/mewsrnd-whenaileavesthelab) TO SECURE YOUR SPOT AT THE EVENT 🎟️** Frontier AI models are evolving quickly, but the real challenge is no longer just building larger systems, it is turning advances in LLM research into reliable, efficient, and valuable products in the real world. ​ We invite you to join a panel discussion featuring experts working across AI research and engineering, who will share their perspectives on what actually matters in the next wave of LLM development. The conversation will explore the trade-offs between scale, efficiency, reasoning, and product impact, as well as what it takes to move from experimental models to systems that can be deployed at scale. The discussion will be moderated by **[Rogers Leo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogersjeffreyl/?utm_source=luma), Director of Engineering and Product (Agentic AI) at [Mews](https://www.mews.com/en?utm_source=luma).** ​This panel will go beyond the hype and focus on practical lessons from building with LLMs today. We will look at where current approaches break down, what “good enough” really means in production, and why efficiency and system design may matter as much as model capability. ​ **Panelists:** **[Karol Lasocki](https://www.linkedin.com/in/karol-lasocki-1a86b2151/?utm_source=luma)**, Senior Machine Learning Engineer at **[BottleCap AI](https://www.bottlecapai.com/?utm_source=luma)** **[Luděk Matyska](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ludek-matyska/?utm_source=luma)**, AI Lead at **[ROUVY](https://rouvy.com/?utm_source=luma)** **[Soheyla Mirshahi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/soheyla-mirshahi-phd/?utm_source=luma),** AI Governance & Product Leader at **[T-Mobile](https://www.t-mobile.com/)** ​**Agenda:** 18:00 Doors open 18:30 Panel discussion + Q&A 19:30 Networking **🎟️ REGISTER [HERE](https://luma.com/mewsrnd-whenaileavesthelab) TO SECURE YOUR SPOT AT THE EVENT 🎟️** \-\-\-\-\-\- Photographs and video recordings may be taken during this event for documentation and promotional purposes, including use on websites, social media, and other communication channels. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform a member of the event staff upon arrival or at any point during the event, and we will ensure your preference is respected.

**Role IT profesí jako jsou vývojáři, analytici i architekti se díky AI mění rychleji než kdy dřív.** **Patříte k nim?** 👉 Přijďte se inspirovat. Na našem červnovém Lunde Talks nahlédneme pod ruce kolegů, kteří se podělí o své zkušenosti a poznatky z každodenní praxe a ukáží svůj způsob, jak AI efektivně zapojit do profesní rutiny. 👤 [Jan Krapac](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jankrapac/) (Senior Frontend Developer) vás provede světem, kde programování připomíná řízení letového provozu a středobodem se stává prompt. 👤 [Radek Tydlačka](https://www.linkedin.com/in/radektydlacka/) (Analyst & Prompt Jedi) ukáže, že analýza díky AI dostává nové superschopnosti. 👤 [Jiří E.](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ji%C5%99%C3%AD-e-5482a3155/) (Data Scientist) vás provede stavbou inteligentních asistentů a rozebere, kdy se vlastní AI asistent vyplatí a kdy je to jen drahá hračka. Podvečerem bude provázet [Marta Kirchgessner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/marta-k-586110243/). Vstup je zdarma. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Více informací o akci 👉 https://www.lundegaard.eu/lunde-talks-na-vlne-ai

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 Master’s 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\.

**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 isn’t more data. It’s 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/)’s CEO, [Lacey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/laceypicazo/) will share how to cut through the noise and identify the insights that actually change behavior—moving people, and moving metrics. You’ll 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)

[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 — 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 — 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. 🤠👋 **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).

Topic to be announced. **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

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.

We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. So please RSVP for a head count!

We are recruiting new group leaders for virtual men's groups! Our primary groups are outdoor movement groups, but we are launching virtual groups for the state of Ohio and beyond and the groups will move outside in the spring, creating room for men's groups, women's groups and coed groups all over the country. Read below to learn about our groups and click the links at the bottom to apply. ### **What is an Outdoor Empowerment Group?** Our Outdoor Movement & Community Empowerment Groups are simple, guided experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, themselves, and others. We combine some form of movement (hike, walk, run, bike, yoga, workout) and meaningful conversation within a simple community circle to create a space where individuals can support each other while prioritizing mental and physical well-being. Whether you’re seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment. ## **Why Join?** * **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** – Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance. * **Feel Less Alone** – Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space. * **Gain Clarity & Perspective** – Step outside daily routines and into a space designed for personal growth and reflection. ## **The Ideal Group Leader** The ideal group leader * Has a born-in passion for mental health, movement, connecting with nature and building community. * Has 5 extra hours per week to dedicate to a meaningful cause for at least one year. Yes, you can leave any organization at any time and we can also ask you to leave, but we are building with legacy in mind and we need people who can commit and be ALL IN on this mission to build with us. * Is independently financially stable with the ability to volunteer with no expectation of pay. This is a deeply beautiful journey of service that all participants commit to at Speak Your Mind. * An ability to manage groups with high emotional intelligence and desire for human connection. * An ability to self-motivate and market/promote their group on Facebook and other social platforms. * Nature informed therapy or clinical therapists/psychologists a plus. ## **Our Impact**  Since launching, we have helped thousands find support, connection, and healing through our Outdoor Movement Groups. 100% of participants surveyed have reported: * A noticeable improvement in mental clarity and emotional well-being. * An increase in social connection and a sense of belonging. * Said they would return again. We believe mental health should be accessible, community-driven, and rooted in nature. Join us and take the first step toward a more connected, grounded, and supported version of yourself. ### **Why Our Groups are Donation-Based** Our Outdoor Movement Groups are made possible through a donation-based model. This approach allows us to keep our events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, while also ensuring that we can continue expanding our reach. It’s a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission! Every contribution helps us: * **Cover Essential Costs** – Donations allow us to pay essential legal, marketing, insurance, and admin costs as well as nourish the important people who run the organization. * **Grow Our Mission** – With your support, we can bring these healing experiences to thousands more people in the future and execute our long term plan to expand across the USA, affecting up to 500,000 people per year. By choosing to contribute, you’re not just leading an event—you’re helping build a mental health movement that supports long-term well-being and connection for all during a severe mental health epidemic. ## **Come Join Us!** We’d love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection. 🔹 **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside 🔹 **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** – https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application 🔹 **Support the mission**: If you resonate with the mission and want to support, feel free to join a group before applying or donate to help us reach our goals to help more people! You can donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind Please text Mario with any questions: (808) 855-8831