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Makers Events Today
Join in-person Makers events happening right now
Music Makers ONLINE!!
Click on the below link and follow the steps to join. You can join from a computer, phone or tablet, computer has best audio usually. See tips below. To join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/342195107?pwd=sDziLcXI-KlmCcnAc3cRWA
Meeting ID: 342 195 107
Password: musicmaker
A lovely session of music and song in a relaxed and supportive environment. All levels of musician and singer welcome. You can come and sing or play one song or just come and listen to the other members. Great way to build up your playing skills and build up your confidence.
To maintain our zoom and music maker accounts we request a €2 contribution. It is difficult to collect money for the online events so we are suggesting that if possible we could use revolut to transfer the €2 if you don't have an account I'm sure you know someone who could do the transaction for you. The host will identify the Revolut number on the night. If you don't have access to revolut it doesn't matter we will look at some other way to collect the €2 euro.
Zoom is not optimized for music, but we have tested it and think it's decent enough for a get together in the absence of a face to face meeting. Voice is better than instrument.
Zoom is pretty simple to get into and use. You don't need an account but if you want to test it out beforehand, you can get a free one by searching for it where you get your apps or downloading it on the web.
A few simple guidelines to ensure it runs smoothly.
1. Stay on mute while someone else is playing or singing. You can join in ONLY if you are on mute, because the delay over the internet does not allow simultaneous playing online.
2. When you are playing, stay as close to your device's microphone as possible for best results.
3. There are two views - Gallery view and Active Speaker view. Active speaker will put the video on the person singing, Gallery view will show everyone. You may have to search a bit to find each view, it is different on each device.
4. You can mute your audio and/or your video.
The host reserves the right to mute anyone whose line is causing audio interference.
5. There is an interesting option to record yourself first and then share it - the quality will be better.
In Zoom there's an icon called "Share Content", if you click that you get the option to share files on you Google Drive etc. I've just tried it out and it allows you to throw up pre-recorded audio and/or video files. These replace your video picture while they play. When they finish just hit the share content icon again and your video image comes back. So this might be an option for anyone to pre-recrord (good quality), load onto Google Drive, join a Zoom session and, when it comes to their turn, introduce their song and share the pre-recorded song from G Drive.
6. As mentioned above, Zoom is optimised for voice rather than music so it actually tries to filter out music thinking that it's background noise but that filter can be disabled but only on Windows and macOS as follows:
On the Zoom Home page on you laptop:
Click on 'Settings' (top right)
Then click on 'Audio' (left pane)
Then click 'Advanced' (bottom right)
Then tick the box at the top of the screen 'Show in-meeting option to "Enable Original Sound" from microphones'
Then, when you're on a call, a toggle switch appears at the top left of your screen "Turn on Original Sound".
Click that - it changes to "Turn off Original Sound" and you're done.
Preferred setup for anyone with an instrument might thus be:
1) Windows or macOS
2) Turn on Original Sound
3) Direct connect to router (rather than Wi-Fi)
Even better if you have a microphone connected via an audio interface device to your laptop/PC.
7. Don't forget your drink!
PCM (Podcasters, Creators, Makers) Networking
The Podcasters, Creators, and Makers Networking Group (PCMNG) endevours to providing great value to each other. Weekly meetings include idea sharing, trends and development. PCMNG’s mission is to establish real connections by promoting, supporting, empowering and encouraging members to reach their full potential.
PCMNG members enjoy a confidential environment in a safe space addressing all creative needs. The group operates as a sounding board for referrals, client/guest-related issues, general support and organic growth for members and their communities.
Our model acts as a networking advisory group. In addition to weekly meetings the group meets once a month to brainstorm, ask specific questions and share successes. This multi-faceted approach inspires others to share their own wisdom and expertise. Come with a smile on your face so our promotional pictures and screenshots will reflect the environment.
PCMNG does not represent the members herein and accepts no liabilities on their behalf. By using this networking group you consent to our Terms and conditions.
Remember everyone on zoom is expected to network on camera.
PCM (Podcasters, Creators, Makers) Networking
Toronto Doodlers has also started a new group for [Podasters, Creators, and Makers](https://www.meetup.com/podcasters-creatives-and-makers/).... Here's the next event
The Podcasters, Creators, and Makers Networking Group (PCMNG) endevours to providing great value to each other. Weekly meetings include idea sharing, trends and development. PCMNG’s mission is to establish real connections by promoting, supporting, empowering and encouraging members to reach their full potential.
PCMNG members enjoy a confidential environment in a safe space addressing all creative needs. The group operates as a sounding board for referrals, client/guest-related issues, general support and organic growth for members and their communities.
Our model acts as a networking advisory group. In addition to weekly meetings the group meets once a month to brainstorm, ask specific questions and share successes. This multi-faceted approach inspires others to share their own wisdom and expertise. Come with a smile on your face so our promotional pictures and screenshots will reflect the environment.
PCMNG does not represent the members herein and accepts no liabilities on their behalf. By using this networking group you consent to our Terms and conditions.
Remember everyone on zoom is expected to network on camera.
Virtual Fishers Code and Coffee
Let's talk about technology and drink coffee! Until our location is open for visitors, we will run this via ZOOM. Please follow the link for the meeting to join!
Real Estate Deal Making 101 - "Here's How to Get Started!'
NOTE: THIS WILL BE AN ON-LINE EVENT...
To join Us LIVE, Please REGISTER NOW at:
https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/realinvestors
Have you seen investors buying houses in your area and wondered how to get started in real estate investing yourself?
At DC-REIA, during our Real Estate Investing 101 session, you will discover:
• How to Find Investment Properties in DC, P.G. NOVA and Baltimore City
• The BEST WAY to Buy Investment Property
• Secrets of Wholesale Real Estate Investing
In addition, we will cover numerous exit strategies from Flipping to Buy/Hold to apartment house investments.
There will be time for networking and Q & A after the specific topics are covered, and a chance to participate in the Deal Maker's Workshop, including real estate basics from investment property real estate agents, and how to use our real estate investment software (FREE) LISTINGBOOK. The Deal Maker's workshop starts at 7:00 PM (NOTE TO ATTEND THE DEAL MAKER'S WORKSHOP YOU MUST ATTEND THE 6:30 PM GETTING STARTED SESSION) Therefore, WE MUST START ON TIME.
(Please note that doors open at 6:00, and out of respect for those who arrive on time, no one will be admitted after 6:30PM)
Some form of identification with a photo and address is required to attend this session.
THIS DISCOVERY SESSION IS FREE AND OPEN TO EVERYONE...
How to Cut Product Development Costs by up to 50%!
This event is organized by TechSpeak.
Our meetup group is collaborating by promoting this event.
This event is FREE to attend!
In order to attend, please register here:
http://www.techspeakforentrepreneurs.com/how-to-cut-product-development-costs-by-up-to-50/?utm=ideatoipo
(Registrants will receive the login info right before the start of the event.)
There is a difference between releasing code and releasing code effectively and efficiently. That difference is having an efficient process
- a repeatable way to produce consistent results over and over again.
In this webinar, Nelly Yusupova, a CTO with 18 years of experience, a startup tech advisor, and the founder of TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs, will share the process she uses to manage teams and projects to deliver projects on time and on budget.
You will learn:
1) The lean way vs. traditional way of building products
2) Two money saving things you should do before you build anything
3) How to define your MVP properly to reduce the cost and time of development
4) How to see the red flags sooner and minimize mistakes
and more!
Please come with your questions and scenarios.
About the Speaker
Nelly Yusupova is a CTO, with over 18 years experience, leading companies to technical excellence. She is a startup tech advisor, outsourced CTO, and the creator of TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs.
Nelly is on a mission to help entrepreneurs minimize technology mistakes. Through her online master class TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs, she provides the roadmap to successfully manage technology teams and projects.
Just recently included in Fast Company’s, “League of Extraordinary Women”, Nelly has been at the forefront of the women’ s movement online since 1999 and is one of the Wall Street Journal’s “Women on the IT Fast Track”.
Nelly is a speaker and presenter for many organizations and major industries events including: Women’s Enterprise Center, New York Entrepreneurs Business Network, Small Business Summit, BlogHer, Social Media Jungle, Mom 2.0, BlogWorld, and more.
She has been featured in Inc. Magazine, NBC's Today Show, Fast Company, NewsDay.com, O’Reilly, Smart Money, Small Biz, TechRepublic, Women’s Radio and more.
Nelly can be reached at:
nelly@techspeak.co
Show and Tell with Agaric
Join Agaric for Show and Tell on Thursdays from 3PM ET
More meeting info is here: https://agaric.com/show
We have a mailing list so that we can all suggest upcoming topics and we send out the invites the day before Show and Tell. Please get on the mailing list to receive the direct link to the chatroom and to be able to post to the group. Show and Tell Mailing List - https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/showandtell
Link to the chat - nothing to download or install -https://communitybridge.com/bbb-room/show-and-tell/
See you there!!!
The Agaric Team
Makers Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Online NEW IDEA Circle, a 1X STARTUP WORKSHOP.
Want to start? Seem to just not be able to get going? Here's help!
Whether you are a business owner, or you want to be a business owner, or you are an employee or volunteer, if you want to launch something new, join us here in Denver any Friday from 2:30 to 4 p.m. the hard workers can then return to their work, others can take off early for the weekend.
If you or any of your associates are visiting Denver, be sure to visit us. If you like the meeting we can help them start something similar in your hometown in cooperation with their local chamber or service club and community newspaper. We say it's 1X because if we are successful you will be too busy to come back the next week!
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WE need your help to help YOU!
Starting now each Online IDEA Circle will be NEW, we will keep it fresh by using the dynamic Socrates Cafe format (thanks Chris Phillips), but limiting the focus to topics having to do with startup, a one time meeting where anyone can bring their startup problems and opportunities for a Fresh Thought Hunt (FTH,) for more about FTH see the HBR Press book "Just Start."
We start and end with a meeting of the whole, the Fresh Thought Hunt itself will take place in groups of 3 through the magic of computer science. RSVP here now to make sure we save a seat for you.
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The NEW IDEA Circle is free and open to anyone and everyone who is starting something new, a new business prior to the first sale, or an established business or an individual who wants to start in a new direction. The only requirement is a clear statement of what you want the Fresh Thought Hunt to focus on for you.
The first 10-minutes of each NEW IDEA Circle will be recorded and will be posted on our YouTube Channel for SBCC that has been inactive from it's founding long ago. (On YouTube search for Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. or via Facebook/SmallBizChamber.)
We encourage each of our SBCC fellow members to join us at a Socrates Cafe Online, Fridays, Saturdays, 1st Sundays, and Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Denver time, 8:30 p.m. Eastern, 5:30 p.m. Pacific, suggest the topic of startup or whatever topic might help you the most, and to eventually form a similar Socrates Cafe and New IDEA Cafe in your local library, coffee shop, or other public meeting place with the sponsorship of one of your local chambers of commerce and your local community newspaper. For more see our Facebook Page via www.SmallBizChamber.org and "Visit Group" to join while it's still free.
Once you have started a Socrates Cafe or a NEW IDEA Circle, you will be invited to JOIN OUR NEW SBCC WREN COLLEGE and a FACULTY PEER GROUP, see https://WrenCollege.org for online application for being a faculty member and a student, and to request help starting your new Socrates Cafe. Questions about this are answered each week at our Monday Noon Newcomers workshop.
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We encourage you to: Watch one; Lead one; Start one!
Be a startup catalyst for your community by starting an IDEA Cafe with your local community newspaper.
Starting in a new direction? No matter what you want to start, a new career, a new project or campaign, or a new business, we can help you start faster, cheaper, and with less risk.
The Small Business Chamber of Commerce, Inc. and our free, open meetings and peer groups are inspired by the clubs that formed in London during the English civil war that resulted in Sir Christopher Wren giving the first talk in a Franklin Circle type meeting that eventually became the Royal Academy.
GROUND RULES:
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY that has been developed over the last 20+ years is freely shared. You are welcome to take any of our procedures, forms, methods, and techniques to use for your own purpose, there is no charge.
CONFIDENTIALITY We ask everyone to keep who attends and what is said by participants confidential, but there is, of course, no way we can be sure of this so protect your own anonymity by only using your last name, not giving anyone your contact information, etc. until you decide to be in our membership directory.
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY No RSVP ever is required and most don't until they decide to be an active member and to be in our published SBCC Denver Membership Directory. Next plan to publish a printed membership directory soon.
SBCC Startup Method: The Practices of Imagine, Think, and Learn; to Start, Grow, and Flourish. OODA Loop.
John S. Wren MBA founder Small Business Chamber of Commerce Inc, see http://www.SmallBizChamber.org or call (303)861-1447
Written by John Wren, see https://www.JohnWren.com
Daring Might Things-- The Simplest Way to Start
Personal Psychodynamic Processing-- My Experience.
SWISS IMPACT WITH BANERJIS
WATCH on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/swissimpact
The weekly TV show on how Impactful investments and businesses are helping to implement the 17 UN SDG’s worldwide to preserve the world for future generation.
Banerjis have enlightening and in-depth conversations with newsmakers, celebrities, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, project owners, investors, politicians and business leaders and encourage them to act now.
We have already interviewed President of Mauritius, Head of European Investment Bank and many others! Check the recording of past shows and watch live with new inspiring guest this week
Subscribe to our youtube channel to see all the recordings: https://www.youtube.com/swissimpact
See you! :)
Creative Writing Friday Workshops
CORONA VIRUS UPDATE:
Take advantage of social distancing by focusing on creative endeavors! These workshops are a wonderful way to stay inspired and connected from the safety of your home. They will now be taking place via Zoom and an RSVP will give you the link to join.
If you're curious about writing, now is the time to join our workshops.
We have openings in two groups, one meeting Wednesday evenings 6:30 to 9:30 pm and the other Friday mornings 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. In our healthy future we will meet at my home in Temescal District, Oakland as well as long distance participants online. You are invited to come to a workshop, for free, and find out how well it works for you.
These groups have been meeting for forty years. We combine insights from Dorothea Brandt's Becoming a Writer (1934) and Peter Elbow's Writing Without Teachers (1973). We use inspired guidance from Diane di Prima's "Rant" from Pieces of a Song (2001), which proposes that we, each of us, come into this world with our own cosmology.
This cosmology is a birthright and needs no alteration. Our writer's journey involves finding our view of the world, giving it respect, developing it, and expressing it in its own terms.
Much inspired writing comes from these workshops. Many writers have opened doors into huge arenas of vivid stories, poems, essays, and novels they had no idea exist. Many of our participants have become published authors, including one American Book Award winner.
Why do these groups work? Because we embrace the creative unconscious as the source of our inspiration, in accordance with Carl Jung's vision. And we give it simple appreciation.
In these groups your first drafts, even very rough drafts, are read as portals into vivid, energetic writing. Our job is to help you go through the portals and gain confidence that you are the right person to do this -- to delve into your own creativity. Your unique way is the way that's best for your material.
Clive began his writing career among the Beat Generation in 1960s New York City, mentored by Allen Ginsberg, John Wieners and Diane Di Prima, who published his first book, Mainline to the Heart. Clive’s foundation in Modernism, and his MFA from Columbia University, have supported a 40+ year career as one of the premier creative writing teachers that is unrivalled. He is among the last writers who lived the experience of the culmination of Modernism and will bring that experience to the workshops.
You will be the creator as Clive elicits your response to the prompts that will unleash your own writer’s muse. And you will get feedback and advice with far more understanding and support than is usual in writing classes.
As one participant has written, "Thank you, Clive, for creating and holding the sacred space where decomposition of creative self-doubt can occur, and up-lifting, cultivation and refinement of one’s voice can rise up."
Phone Clive at 510-508-5149 or email him at clive@matsonpoet.com for more information on the workshops. Check out Clive's website, www.matsonpoet.com to learn more about Clive and his writing.
3D Printing chat! Q&A!
Builders!
Learn the basics of 3D printing! Meet to collaborate designs & building ideas. See you soon!
Bring your questions!
P.S. I made this event on my Eden 1 3D Printer :D
Makers Events Near You
Connect with your local Makers community
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration!
This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired.
**New to electronics or curious about tinkering?**
You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building.
While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.
Art & Craft Maker Meetup
**Get your creative flow going with a Sunday Afternoon Maker Meetup!**
Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you.
🧵 **What to Bring**
Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think:
* **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending.
* **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling.
* **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design.
* *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!*
**📍 Where to Find Us**
* We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Martin Luther King Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.**
**⏱️ Timeline**
* **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on.
* **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas.
**⚠️ A Note on RSVPs**
Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots.
If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel.
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**We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
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!
Stop Guessing: A Product Person's Guide to AI Adoption
## 🤝 Host Information
A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus
💡 About the Workshop
AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge.
This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow.
Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required.
🛠️ What to Bring
Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go.
AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!)
🍕 Logistics & Perks
Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided!
Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site.
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June Crafternoon: Art & Craft Day
**Join us for an afternoon of community art and craft time!**
Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you.
🧵 **What to Bring**
Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think:
* **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending.
* **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling.
* **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design.
* *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!*
**📍 Where to Find Us**
* We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilltop Branch** in **Meeting Room 4**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.**
**⏱️ Timeline**
* **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on.
* **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas.
**⚠️ A Note on RSVPs**
The RSVP count for this event is strictly limited to 10 spots.
If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. Please try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel, allowing folks on the waitlist time to check their schedule.
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**We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**
Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself.
Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went?
Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence?
Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.
BeComing Circle Initiates
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Instructor - Crow, HPS
Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange
RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642.
Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online.
Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only
Please come prepared for ritual.
Blessings ~ Crow



















