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*Welcome to Themed Super Scrabble meetup in Singapore! *Experience unlimited word play options with a double sized game board which can accommodate up to 8 players. *We'll be having different play themes each and every week. For more details of upcoming themes kindly check with me. *Expect fresh thrills and excitement as we journey together on an adventure of fun filled word discovery! *Official Scrabble dictionary used will be Collins Scrabble Words (CSW) 2024 After RSVP kindly notify me immediately via WhatsApp See you soon!! Joseph 88023147

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The 7th Edition of the **[Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge (SOIC)](https://sustainability.innovation-challenge.sg?utm_source=website-meetup-community&utm_medium=meetup&utm_campaign=soic-7-2025&utm_content=soic7-website-meetup-community)**, organised by Enterprise Singapore, is calling for early applications! 📝 SOIC connects innovative startups and SMEs from around the world with more than 25 leading corporates to co-develop, test, and implement sustainable tech solutions. 🚀 This is an excellent opportunity for innovators. If you have a solution in mind, here's your chance to make an early submission! 💡 Early applicants will be eligible for a round of exclusive feedback to help strengthen their proposals ahead of the final deadline on 30 January 2026. 🎯 Successful applicants will gain: 💡 Access to expert mentorship and industry networks 💰 Pilot opportunities and funding support worth over **S$3 million** 🏆 Discovery Track: A **S$100,000** cash prize from Hexagon Group This year’s SOIC focuses on five key themes: **Renewable Energy**, **Offshore Wind**, **Greener Industries**, **Sustainable Agrifood**, and **Sustainable Materials**. 🌱 Explore the challenge statements, application details, and Info Session recordings on our [website](https://sustainability.innovation-challenge.sg?utm_source=website-meetup-community&utm_medium=meetup&utm_campaign=soic-7-2025&utm_content=soic7-website-meetup-community).

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### **Breakfast Club, but Sweatier! 🏓🎉** An evening of dinks, drinks (after maybe), and your shot at pickleball glory. 🕖 **Time:** **11AM - 1PM** (Court 4 & 6) 💵 **Cost:** $21 per person ($5 paddle rental if you don’t have your own trusty weapon). **Early bird rate ($18 excl paddle if you confirm five days with payment before the event)** To lock in your spot and avoid the dreaded FOMO, hit up the payment link below: 📲 Early Bird Price:https://hitpay.link/j7ypve 📲 Normal Price: https://hitpay.link/yvybk1 ✅ **Spots are only confirmed when payment is in.** If you usually pay cash, no worries, just continue with that. (Payment Details will be updated on the page shortly) ⚠️ **Cancellation Policy:** Please give at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations to receive a refund. No refunds for no‑shows or cancellations within 24 hours, unless the whole event is rained out. ### #### 🎮 What’s the Game Plan? Here’s how the courts are split: 🏅 **1 Intermediate Courts** * Solid consistency, mid-pace rallies * Shot placement is improving, but still work-in-progress * Great for those ready to level up 🎾 **1 Beginner Court** (*For newcomers or those preferring a relaxed pace*) * Learning court lines, scoring, and basic rules. * Can sustain short rallies and demonstrate basic strokes but still working on consistency. 🌀 *Paddle Queue System:* Place your paddle in line to join the next available game. Easy peasy. 🏆 **Official Tournament Balls:** All games will be played using **Franklin X-40 tournament balls** for consistency and a high-quality playing experience. **Paddle Queue System:** To keep things fair, players will place their paddles in line in box to indicate their turn in the respective court. **Rules of the Game**: * **Switch It Up**: After every match, you’ll get a new partner and new opponents. * **Scoring**: First to 15 points, rally style (no need to keep track of who’s serving—so much simpler lah). * **Timing**: Each match is capped at 15 minutes, so don’t peng san trying to win. * **Be Nice**: Keep it friendly—this isn’t the SEA Games, okay? *** ### **Why You’ll Love It:** * Play with a variety of kakis and test your skills. * End the day with new friends and maybe a snack after. *** **What to Bring:** * Your paddle (or rent one—we’re not judging). * Water bottle—don’t faint halfway * Your best “aiyah nvm” attitude when the ball goes sideways. 🔔 **Friendly Reminder:** Pickleball is a social and physical activity, please be mindful of your own safety and physical limits. Participation is at your own risk. Stay hydrated, warm up properly, and don’t paiseh to rest if you need to. 💪 🎟️ RSVP Now – Spaces Are Limited!

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🥾 Backpack Endurance Hike – Consistency Steps Training!!! Route: Hillview MRT EXIT A ➝ Dairy Farm Nature Park ➝ Bukit Timah Summit ➝ 2-3 Staircase Loops ➝ Beauty World Shopping Centre for lunch. **Date: 28th December 2025 (Sun)** **Meeting Time: 8 am** **Meeting point: Hillview MRT Exit A** **Your Leader in Fitness: Gary** Join us for a practical endurance training session designed to build back strength, overall stamina, and backpack carrying efficiency, perfect for those preparing for long-distance hikes and treks. We will tackle a mix of trail and stair climbs to simulate the kind of effort and strain experienced during multi-day hikes. This session focuses on consistency, not speed, ideal for beginners and experienced hikers alike who want to train smart. 🧳 What to Bring: * Backpack (with at least 5-7kg weight to simulate real conditions) * Minimum 1.5L of water * Light snacks or energy bars * Towel/small cloth * Rain gear or poncho (weather dependent) * Proper hiking shoes * Sunscreen and cap * EZ-Link card / small cash for lunch Note: Train smart. This is not a race. The goal is to develop strength and endurance through consistent effort and mindful pacing. Let’s gear up and get trail-ready! 💪 Bad weather contingency plan: * Waterproof your belongings and bring rain gear (rain cover, jacket, poncho, or umbrella). Please read this #1 - This is a number-controlled event. Please come only if you are on the attending list. #2 - We will move out at 8.05am sharp. We are not able to wait for late comers. #3 - As this is a limited number event, please check your calendar and make sure you can come before you RSVP. Do not change your attendance at the last minute and deny someone else who genuinely wishes to come.

**For ages 7 and above. Children aged 5 to 7 require parental assistance.** Want to test your skill at the sport? Be the Willliam Tell or Robin Hood? Absolute Archery (Singapore) was inaugurated in 2020, aiming to provide training venue, competitive coaching, fun shoot events and a place for the community bring people together to advocate and support each other in pursuing the sports. Our head coach, Colin, has been active in the sports since late 90s till date. Being a competitive archer, he was with the National Team and had accumulated experiences which he could share with the archers and students. **Past Experiences** * National Team (Compound) 2000 - 2002 * National Junior Development Team Coach (Compound) 2013 - 2015 * Community Club Compound Coach 2013 - 2018 * National Team (Compound) 2018 - 2020 * Tampines Meridian Junior College Archery Coach 2018 - now ### **Address** 9 Ah Hood Rd, East Asia Institute of Management ### **Schedule** Sundays 2PM - 3PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

Thank you for your interest in this event. Please take a minute to understand AU's trip booking system for our paid events on Meetup. * The minimum and maximum size for this event is 10 and 22 (excl hosts) * Clicking on Going or Waitlist does not constitute a guaranteed spot in this event. By clicking on it, you will receive any updates posted by the organiser. * We cannot reserve or hold any spot for anyone. Your participation can only be guaranteed upon making a deposit. * This Meetup listing serves to inform you of our planned trip. You can get a more detailed trip brochure by contacting the Event Host (see details below) * We kindly request that you familiarize yourself with our terms and conditions prior to registering by visiting the following link:[ [https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions](https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions)] \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **(JU) New Year's Escape: Hong Kong, Zhuhai & Macau** **Dates: 28th December 2025 - 3rd January 2026** Don't just count down to a new year. Journey into it. This will be your ultimate New Year's reset. Leave the old year behind and embrace an adventure blending city energy with nature's tranquility. 🎇 Start in Hong Kong's lively streets and move to Zhuhai's peaceful coastline. Wander vibrant markets like a local, then enjoy tranquil coastal trails with salt spray and cool air. 🎇 As the year ends, watch fireworks over Ocean Kingdom, marking a new start. On January 1st, begin the new year with a restorative hike on Qi'ao Island's quiet, mangrove-lined paths. 🎇 Cross the iconic Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge to Macau, a cultural crossroads. Explore its pastel facades and cobbled squares where East meets West, blending old-world charm with modern energy. From reflection to celebration, from urban energy to tranquil solace. It's a chance to reset and start your year with a fresh perspective, unforgettable memories, and a ready soul. Ready to live openly for 2026? 👩 This customised journey is hosted by our seasoned expert, Katrina (小卡), and will be conducted entirely in Chinese, providing a truly immersive and authentic experience. Book your New Year's Escape today and make this year-end celebration one for the books! 📲 View the full trip itinerary: https://au.sg/NYC2026-HZM 🧧Further discount when you sign up before 15th September 2026 🎁 Cashback Reward: Bring a friend and earn cashback for both of you! Ready to go? Get in touch with our event planner, Yang Lu: https://wa.me/6588509257 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Travel Bank Credit** Beginning 1 January 2023, we help you save by giving you a 1% credit on your land tour to your personal travel bank account with us! You can then use these credit amounts to offset any overseas trip with us or to purchase our merchandise. Read more about our Travel Bank [credit scheme here](https://www.facebook.com/theadventurevillage/posts/pfbid0eejRJvX8XCJLfjS9Wxx18CxPYwAefLUDGn83w9JyspzVMJdnAfmVfeLgUmB9Ut9ol) **Pack a Friend** Bring a friend on your adventure, and you'll score an additional 1% cashback. Your friend will also get a 1% cashback on their booking. It's a win-win for everyone! The best part? The more friends you refer, the more cashback you'll earn! The only requirement to be eligible for the cashback is that you and your referred friends must participate in the same trip. Read more about our [reward scheme here](https://www.liveopenly.net/aupassport.html)! Please refer to our T&C below [https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions/terms-and-conditions](https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions/terms-and-conditions) \**When you paid up for this event, it is understood that you have read, agreed and accepted the above terms and conditions.* This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board

Thank you for your interest in our event. Please take a minute to understand AU's trip booking system for our paid events on Meetup. * The minimum and maximum size for this event is 10 and 20 * Clicking on Going or Waitlist does not constitute a guaranteed spot in this event. By clicking on it, you will receive any updates posted by the organiser. * We cannot reserve or hold any spot for anyone. Your participation can only be **guaranteed upon making a deposit**. * This Meetup listing serves to inform you of our planned trip. You can get more information about this trip by contacting the Event Host (see details below) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Welcome the new year in unforgettable style! Join our exclusive Chinese-guided tour to experience Guilin's natural wonders. Marvel at the sunrise from Xianggong Mountain, cruise the Yulong River on bamboo rafts, and celebrate New Year's Eve with a breathtaking fireworks display against the karst mountain backdrop. Date: 29 Dec 2025 - 3 Jan 2026 📖 Itinerary: [https://au.sg/GuangxiCountdown](https://au.sg/GuangxiCountdown) Our journey includes: \- Sunrise hiking at iconic viewpoints \- Traditional bamboo raft experience \- Spectacular Impression Liu Sanjie performance \- Exploration of hidden caves and historic lanes Start your year with wonder, exploration, and joy Date: 29 Dec 2025 - 3 Jan 2026 📖 Itinerary: [https://au.sg/GuangxiCountdown](https://au.sg/GuangxiCountdown) Your extraordinary New Year’s escape awaits—message Yang Lu today to join the adventure: [https://wa.me/6588509257](https://wa.me/6588509257) Alternatively, you can fill up our interest form [https://au.sg/CallMeBack](https://au.sg/CallMeBack) to lock in your early bird offer! Tick under "**Countdown to 2026: A Guangxi Journey**". **Travel Bank Credit** Beginning 1 January 2023, we help you save by giving you a 1% credit on your land tour to your personal travel bank account with us! You can then use these credit amounts to offset any overseas trip with us or to purchase our merchandise. Read more about our Travel Bank [credit scheme here](https://www.facebook.com/theadventurevillage/posts/pfbid0eejRJvX8XCJLfjS9Wxx18CxPYwAefLUDGn83w9JyspzVMJdnAfmVfeLgUmB9Ut9ol) **Pack a Friend** Bring a friend on your adventure, and you'll score an additional 1% cashback. Your friend will also get a 1% cashback on their booking. It's a win-win for everyone! The best part? The more friends you refer, the more cashback you'll earn! The only requirement to be eligible for the cashback is that you and your referred friends must participate in the same trip. Read more about our [reward scheme here](https://www.liveopenly.net/aupassport.html)! Please refer to our T&C below [[https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions/terms-and-conditions](https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions/terms-and-conditions)](https://www.liveopenly.net/terms-and-conditions/terms-and-conditions) \**When you paid up for this event, it is understood that you have read, agreed and accepted the above terms and conditions.* This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited (TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.

**For ages 17 and above.** Influenced by the Spanish and African culture, the Tango is sensual and passionate, one of the most fascinating dances. Stylized strides dominate this dance, along with periodical sharp and staccato movements. Tango’s passionate nature evokes a strong connection to the music, your partner and the audience, a dance that is exciting and often easy to learn. Its dramatic nature also makes Tango a very popular dance that is often featured in blockbuster movies; a favourite dance for those who enjoy drama within a dance. ### **Address** 795, North Bridge Rd, #02-01 797, 198763 ### **Schedule** Sundays 430PM - 530PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

Unwind from the week and give yourself the gift of presence. Join us for a calming outdoor yoga session designed to soothe the mind, awaken the body, and restore inner balance—all in a peaceful open-air setting. During this 60-minute practice, you’ll explore mindful movement, gentle stretching, and intentional breathing to ease tension, elevate your energy, and cultivate deeper self-awareness. It’s the perfect way to begin your Sunday with clarity, harmony, and renewed vitality. Session Details: 🧘 Time: Sunday, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM 🧘‍♀️ Location: Aperia Mall, Open Plaza 🧘🏻‍♂️ Bring: Yoga mat, yoga block, yoga strap, towel, and water bottle Open to all levels—ideal for both beginners and intermediate practitioners. Take a deep breath, release what no longer serves you, and make this moment yours. Namaste.

Step into 2026 with intention, clarity, and a creative practice designed to help you see yourself more clearly. In this special Confidence Lab session, we’ll explore confidence as something you can curate - through the choices you make, the qualities you amplify, and the story you choose to step into. We’ll start with a short guided reflection to surface the traits, habits, and energies you want to nurture in the coming year. Then, using collage materials selected specifically for this workshop, you’ll translate those insights into a visual composition that represents the version of yourself you’re ready to grow toward. This isn’t about resolutions or perfection. It’s about crafting a grounded, imaginative vision of your next chapter - one that feels honest, energizing, and fully yours. All materials are provided. Just bring yourself (and a friend) and a willingness to explore what confidence can look like for you in 2026. **Featured Partner: Columbus Collage Collective** The Columbus Collage Collective was started in August of 2023 by Emily Morgan (aka Lovely But Dead) and Douglas Cuckler (aka Wonder Doug) as a place for collage enthusiasts to gather and create art together. The collective has since become a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the mission to hold free or low-cost collage events across central Ohio. The CCC welcomes all artists of all backgrounds and skill levels and encourages folks to take this time to step away from everyday existence and create art with people who share a love for this dynamic art form. All materials—magazines, scissors, craft knives, glue, paper, cardboard, and more—are provided, so there's no need to bring anything at all (though you're welcome to bring a friend or a favorite tool if you'd like!). We also encourage folks to take home magazines and materials from our events to support continued creativity! Find us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/columbuscollagecollective/](https://www.instagram.com/columbuscollagecollective/) Register or sign up for the newsletter at [https://www.columbuscollagecollective.com/](https://www.columbuscollagecollective.com/) **What is Confidence Lab?** Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here. Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work. It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact. ***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*

This is a free, in person meeting. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

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

**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

The January Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **January 6th, 2025 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined online by **Jason Romans**. You're welcome to come meet in-person at our meeting location, the offices of Improving at **[6000 Freedom Square Dr,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Unit 110,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** **[Independence, OH 44131](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)** [Teams Link ](https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2Q3ODVjM2YtNDQ1NS00MDBjLWI5MzYtNDQ3YmFlZjkzMjAx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b966f302-6b93-4686-9041-c084635642c5%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2278c760cb-657f-46aa-bd2f-7066d9403bdb%22%7d)if anyone needs it after RSVP-ing for in person. If you would like to subscribe to our email list outside of Meetup, we have changed platforms recently and you will need to register [here in Kit ](https://ohio-north-data-training.kit.com/b8f036f615)instead to receive emails. Agenda: **5:00 PM EST**: Online and in-person meeting begins with a social hour. This is an unstructured hour where you can join us to catch up and meet other group members before the session starts. There will be food brought in for in-person attendees. **6:00 PM EST**: Updates and announcements, followed by our feature presentation. See below for presentation details. **7:30 PM EST**: Optionally after the main presentations, the in-person crowd may go out for snacks and drinks at a local establishment. We hope to see you there! Session Abstract **Data on Fire: A Hands-On Intro to Spark in Fabric** Curious about Apache Spark but not sure where to start? This hands-on session introduces you to Spark in Microsoft Fabric Notebooks—a powerful and accessible way to process and analyze big data using familiar tools in the Microsoft ecosystem. We’ll break down key Spark concepts like distributed computing, DataFrames, and lazy evaluation, then show how they come to life inside Fabric’s notebook experience. You’ll see practical demos that cover loading, transforming, and analyzing large datasets—while leveraging Fabric’s modern data stack, including OneLake, Dataflows, and Pipelines. You’ll also learn how to choose between Spark and pure Python notebooks in Fabric, based on execution needs, data integration, and use case fit. Whether you're a SQL pro, BI developer, or data engineer, this session will give you the tools and confidence to start using Spark in your own projects—no cluster management required. \*Please note, that we will be using Microsoft Teams for the online portion of this meeting. You may want to join a few minutes early to ensure you do not have any issues. If you are attending in person, there are large TVs at the office, and you do not need to bring a laptop or use Teams.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 12:00 - quick intros. 12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Sunday!