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Handstands+Coffee-BOOK VIA OUR LINK IN DESCRIPTION ONLY
**Registration/booking on our system at least 24 hours before class is necessary. We do not take walk ins/your rsvp on meetup is not a booking.** BOOK [HERE](themovementstudio.ie/handstandsandcoffee)
From beginner to winner! We have a special weekly 2 hour class that is more like a weekly workshop. It's a very social class, with amazing coffee, great coaching, and smiles and good work being done. Fancy trying something new? Spending time safely outside your comfort zone?
Please visit themovementstudio.ie/handstandsandcoffee to book your spot
Registration/booking is necessary. We do not take walk ins.
April Repair Café at TOG Hackerspace
Got something broken at home that you have been meaning to sort out for a while? Bring it along to our next Repair Café at TOG Hackerspace on **Saturday 11 April 2026**, from **12 noon to 4pm**. The event takes place at **TOG Hackerspace, Unit 1B Motor City, Kylemore Road, Dublin 12**, and tickets are free.
A Repair Café is a chance to bring along broken or worn items and sit down with volunteer fixers to see what can be done. It is not a drop-off service. You stay with your item, chat through the issue, and get to see what is involved in trying to bring it back to life. Sometimes the repair is quick, sometimes it takes a bit of testing and head-scratching, and sometimes the item has other ideas, but you will usually come away knowing a bit more than when you arrived.
You can bring things like:
* Clothes and accessories
* Toys
* Small electrical appliances and electronics
* Small furniture
There is always a good mix on the day, and while we cannot promise miracles, we do enjoy a challenge.
Repairing things keeps useful items in use for longer, saves money, reduces waste, and helps people build practical skills. It is also a nice social afternoon: cups of tea, odd screws on tables, and the occasional cheer when something suddenly starts working again. This event is supported by **Dublin Maker**.
Please book your free ticket in advance here:
[https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/repair-cafe-tickets-1980452469649](https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/repair-cafe-tickets-1980452469649)
If you would like to be a fixer or volunteer at a future Repair Café, we would love to hear from you too.
TOG Open Social
Drop in to our regular Open Social for a great alternative Saturday evening. It's a great informal way to see the space and meet members and visitors.
If you’ve never been in before, we’ll give you the grand tour of the space. Talk to members and visitors about projects or things that you’d like to do. If you like what you see, ask about joining as a full member. Membership brings many benefits. Weather and volunteer permitting, we might have our wood fired pizza oven going outside!
[https://youtu.be/TTQ0YylkEzc](https://youtu.be/TTQ0YylkEzc)
Expect caint, ceol agus craic as usual. The space stays open until the last member is left……usually the small hours of Sunday morning. You can drop in for 10 minutes, or stay the whole night. We have lots of free parking available. Bring beer, food, gadgets!
MUSIC PARTY CHALLENGE
**[GET YOUR TICKET HERE! (First 20 50% discount)](www.eventbrite.ie/e/1984978328615/?discount=EarlyBirds)**
🎵 **The Music Challenge Party**
A high-energy night full of music, movement and social games — perfect for anyone who loves fun, rhythm and meeting new people.
Expect a fast-paced, interactive experience where you’ll dance, compete, laugh, team up… and finish the night with an epic group karaoke battle.
No pressure, no awkwardness — just good vibes and a lot of music.
**🧩 What to Expect**
Across **3 hours**, you’ll enjoy a dynamic mix of activities designed to keep the room buzzing:
* **Freeze & Dance Challenge**
* **Musical Chairs – Social Edition**
* **Group Formations Countdown**
* **The Grand Music Quiz (40–45 questions)**
* **Song Battle Karaoke – Team Finale**
Winners in each round get **drink tokens**, and the karaoke champions take home a **special prize**.
Come alone or with friends — the activities make meeting people natural and fun.
**💸 Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)**
• €8 General Admission
• €6 per person in groups (2-3 people)
• €4 per person in groups (4-6 people)
**💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)**
**🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)**
✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ Extra perks
**🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)**
✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ Extra Perks
**🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)**
✔ Free access to ALL events
✔ Extra Perks
**📱 Stay Connected**
🔗 **[Linktree](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)**[ ](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)– full weekly calendar
💬 **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)– reminders & updates
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📸 **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/ "https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/")– stories & behind-the-scenes
🌐 **[Website](https://newindublin.net/)**[ ](https://newindublin.net/)– all information about our events
Neon Painting | Disco Ball
Paint A Neon Canvas. Music. UV Lights. Prizes. No Experience Needed To Take Part.
Paint A Canvas Using Fluorescent Paint With Music And Prizes.
Our team will take each person step by step into creating a masterpiece with no experience necessary.
Create a painting under UV Lights and do something very different.
**[TICKET LINK](https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/neon-painting-disco-ball-tickets-1986204531220?aff=oddtdtcreator)**
**WHAT TO EXPECT?**
* Artist (to help you paint)
* Themed Painting
* Prizes
* Music
* UV Lights
**DO YOU DO PRIVATE EVENTS?**
Yes, we host private events, brand events, hen parties, and work parties.
Contact us at bookings@alternativeexperiences.ie
**WHERE IS THE VENUE LOCATED?**
The new space is located in Pawn Shop on Dame Street.
**IS THERE ALCOHOL?**
Yes, the bar has alcohol for sale. There is no BYOB option.
**IS IT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?**
Unfortunately not, this venue is not wheelchair accessible, but we do events in other venues which are.
**DO YOU DO KIDS' EVENTS?**
Nope, all events are 18+. We are very strict on ID.
**HOW DO I FIND OUT ABOUT EVENTS?**
Sign up for our weekly newsletter [here](https://www.alternativedublincity.com/newsletter-signup/ "https://www.alternativedublincity.com/newsletter-signup/")
**LOCATION:**
Pawn Shop, 15 Dame St, Dublin 2, D02 KD74
💚🧡💛 👋 Friendships and cappuccino ☕ 😀 💚🧡💛
**Hello Mishmashers 👋**
Excited to see you at our next meetup! Here's what you can look forward to:
💬 **Great chats with lovely people**! whether you're a local or from the other side of the world, you’re very welcome here!
🌍 **Not a native English speaker?** Awesome, you’ll get to practice with native speakers in a relaxed, no-pressure setting.
🇮🇪 **Are you a native English speaker?** Cool! Chat in English or find someone to practice another language with. Why not mix it up?
✨ We’re a **diverse, super-friendly, and inclusive bunch**, open to everyone, whether you’re shy, outgoing, or somewhere in between.
🎯 Our awesome organizers are always around to make sure things run smoothly and everyone feels included.
💡 One of the nicest things we hear again and again: even introverts feel at ease here. That’s something we’re really proud of.
🤝 **Instant connections!** You might walk in alone, but you'll probably leave with new friends.
📅 **This Saturday at 2:30pm!**
We’ll be downstairs around the big oval table at a much-loved venue that's perfect for easy-going conversations and real connection.
🎉 **Theme: “International Mishmash”**: A chill space for people from all over (including Ireland!) to swap stories, share laughs, and practice languages if you fancy. (Shout-out to our lovely Irish regulars!)
🍻 **And after?** At 5pm, we’ll head over to the nearby **RIOT Pub** for tasty burgers and proper pints. Always a good time!!!
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**Want to support the group? 🙏**
Running this thing costs over €200 a year (yep, all out of pocket for now 😅).
If you’d like to chip in, we’d really appreciate it:
* [PayPal](https://paypal.me/meetuppay)
* [Revolut](https://revolut.me/michelf9a) (you can pay with your card, no need to be on Revolut!).
Your help keeps the group going and opens the door for even more cool events (like day trips and gigs!).
Cheers and see you soon!
**– Michele & the Meetup Crew**
UX Design Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Fingal Personality Aligned Speed Dating
**💕 Zoom Speed Dating – Designed for First Timers – Meet Real Fingal Singles!**
**⚠️ RSVP ≠ Registration!**
Your Meetup RSVP alone does **not** secure a spot. You must click your age group link below, complete registration, and finish the personality quiz. **Spots are limited** and fill fast!
**🔗 Click Your Age Group to Register & Complete the Quiz:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fingal&groupurlname=crimson-abyss-alone-ridge&ar=18-32&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fingal&groupurlname=crimson-abyss-alone-ridge&ar=30-46&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fingal&groupurlname=crimson-abyss-alone-ridge&ar=40-58&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fingal&groupurlname=crimson-abyss-alone-ridge&ar=55+&face_v=4.0)
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🌟 **Want to meet real singles without the bar scene?** Welcome! No experience needed. No dating profile required. Just real people having real conversations. Our online format makes it easy for first-timers to connect with Fingal singles in a pressure-free setting.
🎯 **Perfect for:**
- Singles looking for genuine connections beyond dating apps
- Anyone who's tired of swiping and wants real conversation
- Singles who feel more comfortable meeting from home first
- Anyone who believes great chemistry starts with great conversation
- Shy or reserved singles who open up better in private chats
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Interactive Zoom event – feel like you're in the same room
- **Location:** Anywhere with Wi-Fi – your couch, your café, your call
- **Host:** Experienced facilitator who guides first-time speed daters with care
- **Vibe:** A cozy, supportive atmosphere where Fingal singles open up naturally
**How It Works**
1. **Choose Your Age Group** – Find your age range above and click to register.
2. **Answer a Few Fun Questions** – Our quiz helps match you with compatible Fingal singles.
3. **Show Up on Zoom** – Grab a drink, get comfortable, and let the host guide you through each round.
4. **Date from Home** – Have real, meaningful mini-dates with Fingal singles – all from your couch.
5. **Discover Your Matches** – We'll notify you of any mutual interest after the event. The rest is up to you!
💡 **Pro tip:** Have a drink ready and find a quiet, well-lit spot for the best experience.
⭐ *"The online format was perfect for me. I felt comfortable and had a blast!"* – Fingal single
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✨ One event, multiple conversations, endless possibilities. Register now and see what happens! 💝 ✨
Dublin Interactive Local Speed Dating
**Tired of Swiping? Dublin Speed Dating is Calling!** 🏡
Forget endless scrolling. Tonight, meet real Dubliners face-to-face using Zoom's video chat. We carefully match people based on age and vibe, guaranteeing compatible chats. Expect a friendly host guiding the experience.
**Ready to Join the Fun?** Select your age range to register:
* **18-32 Crew:** [Sign Me Up!](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Dublin&groupurlname=local-hearts-united-through-social-events&ar=18-32&face_v=28.0)
* **30-46 Group:** [Let's Do This!](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Dublin&groupurlname=local-hearts-united-through-social-events&ar=30-46&face_v=28.0)
* **40-58 Range:** [Find My Match!](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Dublin&groupurlname=local-hearts-united-through-social-events&ar=40-58&face_v=28.0)
* **55 and Up:** [Get Connected!](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Dublin&groupurlname=local-hearts-united-through-social-events&ar=55+&face_v=28.0)
**Important:** Tickets are limited. Your spot is only secured after you register through the age-specific registration link above and take the personality questionnaire.
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**Is This For You?**
* Dublin singles wanting to connect from the comfort of home.
* Career people who value efficiency and clear intention.
* People who enjoy virtual communication before meeting in person.
**What to Expect**
* **Platform:** Zoom-based video speed dating
* **Setting:** Your home! Comfy attire encouraged.
* **Guidance:** A pro host will manage the whole event.
* **Atmosphere:** Genuine, laid-back conversations with other local singles
**Simple Steps to Dating**
1. **Register:** Click your age group above.
2. **Quiz:** Take an easy compatibility questionnaire.
3. **Zoom In:** Come online and follow your host.
4. **Date:** Enjoy individual chats with curated matches from Dublin.
5. **Match:** Get your mutual matches after the event.
**Pro Tip:** Ensure solid Wi-Fi and flattering lighting.
**Hear from Another Dubliner:** ⭐ *"The host was magnificent, she brought a great energy to the event and made all the participants feel at ease!"*
**Quick Questions**
**How long are the dates?**
A few minutes each, giving the gist of each other.
**I am a bit shy, is this okay?**
For comfort's sake, the virtual format is hosted, and structured.
**Do I need anything special?**
Webcam, Zoom, and Wi-Fi. That covers it!
**What's next?**
Examine the mutual matches following the event!
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✨ Love could be a Zoom link away! 😉 Don't miss out! ✨
Dún Laoghaire Personality Aligned Speed Dating
**💗 Speed Dating from Home – A Warm, Welcoming Experience for First Timers!**
**⚠️ IMPORTANT: Your RSVP Does NOT Guarantee a Spot!**
To secure your place, you **must** register and complete the personality quiz by clicking one of the age group links below. Select your age range, click to register, and complete the quiz. **Spots are limited** – don't wait!
**🎯 Select Your Age Group & Register Now:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=D%C3%BAn%20Laoghaire&groupurlname=crimson-abyss-alone-ridge&ar=18-32&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=D%C3%BAn%20Laoghaire&groupurlname=crimson-abyss-alone-ridge&ar=30-46&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=D%C3%BAn%20Laoghaire&groupurlname=crimson-abyss-alone-ridge&ar=40-58&face_v=4.0)
- **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=D%C3%BAn%20Laoghaire&groupurlname=crimson-abyss-alone-ridge&ar=55+&face_v=4.0)
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👋 **First time speed dating?** You'll wonder why you didn't try sooner! Our online speed dating events are specifically designed with first-timers in mind. Every conversation is guided, every interaction is comfortable, and you never have to leave your home.
🎯 **Perfect for:**
- Shy or reserved singles who open up better in private chats
- Anyone who believes great chemistry starts with great conversation
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
**Event Details**
- **Format:** Virtual via Zoom – structured rounds in a warm, friendly setting
- **Location:** From the comfort of your own home – no need to go anywhere!
- **Host:** Experienced facilitator who guides first-time speed daters with care
- **Vibe:** Low-pressure connections with welcoming Dún Laoghaire singles – fun and easy
- **Matching:** Powered by our personality quiz for better compatibility
- **Follow-up:** Post-event match results delivered to your inbox
- **Matches:** Mutual matches revealed after the event
**How It Works**
1. **Register for Your Age Group** – Choose the session that matches your age range above and complete registration.
2. **Finish the Short Personality Assessment** – This helps us optimise your matches for the evening.
3. **Show Up on Zoom** – Grab a drink, get comfortable, and let the host guide you through each round.
4. **The Fun Part** – Rotate through rounds of lively chats with pre-matched Dún Laoghaire singles.
5. **Your Results** – Check your matches and take the next step with someone special.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**How long are the conversations?**
Each round is a few minutes – long enough to feel a connection, short enough to keep things exciting!
**Do I need to download anything?**
Just Zoom! If you've used Zoom before, you're all set. We'll send you the link after registration.
**What if I'm shy or introverted?**
You're in the right place! The online format and guided conversations make it easy and comfortable for everyone.
**What if my internet drops?**
No worries – our host will help you reconnect. Technical hiccups happen and we're prepared for them!
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✨ Thousands of first-timers have found their match with us. You could be next! 💓 ✨
Sunday Footie - LARGE PITCH - PREPAY €8.50
Please PREPAY for this game either by Revolut https://revolut.me/davidandl or Paypal ([kenna.david@gmail.com](http://kenna.david@gmail.com/))
√ We have just 60 minutes to play so please come along a few minutes early to ensure we can start on time.
√ The maximum number of players is 18. Please be sure you show up. Places are in high demand so unfortunately, failure to show will result in you being automatically removed from the group.
√ As always, you participate in these games at your own risk and an agreement to indemnify the organisers from any injury, loss, claim, or infection.
Fun Hound Social walk All welcome
Hi All, this is a on lead walk with dogs of all ages and experience welcome. Many who attend are recently rescued and learning. Walk the lovely grounds and see the flowers and wildlife followed by coffee. There is a Fb page Sighthound Adventures Ireland and #dublinhoundwalks on Instagram. All Welcome.
Fingal Find Your Person Here
**💓 Fingal Virtual Speed Dating – Hosted, Curated & on Zoom**
This variant is designed to sound less templated by changing structure, emphasis, and energy level more aggressively.
Genuine conversations with real locals — all from your living room. Quick, hosted rounds on Zoom with Fingal singles paired to your age group and personality. No awkward pauses — just natural conversation.
**Find your age group below:**
- ⚡ **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fingal&groupurlname=club-dynamic-local-singles-dating-events&ar=18-32&face_v=27.0)
- 💡 🎉 **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fingal&groupurlname=club-dynamic-local-singles-dating-events&ar=30-46&face_v=27.0)
- 🎉 🚀 **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fingal&groupurlname=club-dynamic-local-singles-dating-events&ar=40-58&face_v=27.0)
- 🌍 **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Fingal&groupurlname=club-dynamic-local-singles-dating-events&ar=55+&face_v=27.0)
**⚠️ Your RSVP doesn't guarantee a place.** Click your age group link below, register, and take the personality quiz to lock in your spot. Limited places.
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👥 **Best for:**
- 🎯 Anyone who likes connecting online before meeting face-to-face
- 💡 Fingal locals after personality-matched dates
- People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation
- Singles in Fingal who want to meet people from home
**How the event unfolds**
1. **Register** – Select your age group above and sign up.
2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening.
3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it.
4. **Chat** – Quick timed rounds with Fingal singles paired to you.
📌 **What to know**
- **Format:** Live on Zoom – guided rounds from your home
- **Location:** Wherever you're comfortable – no venue, no travel
- **Host:** Experienced host steering the session
- **Vibe:** Casual, easy-going conversations with Fingal singles
💡 **Tip:** Just be yourself. That's always the best approach.
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✨ Real people, real conversations — all from your home. 💓 ✨
Lean version: fewer words, same core offer.
Built for clarity over length.
⚡ **Why this version feels different**
- The host keeps the pace clear and the room welcoming
- The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly
- Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum
A wider swing in voice, pacing, and shape.
Dublin Long-Term Matches at Home
**🦋 Dublin Speed Dating – Personality Matched & Hosted on Zoom**
This online speed dating version intentionally pushes for wider variation in cadence, emphasis, and section order. It is designed to feel less templated from one generation to the next.
Speed dating from home — connect with real Dublin singles on Zoom. You'll cycle through short one-on-one video chats with Dublin locals matched to you by age and personality. A host keeps the evening flowing smoothly.
**Register under your age group:**
- 🎉 **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Dublin&groupurlname=club-dynamic-local-singles-dating-events&ar=18-32&face_v=27.0)
- 🎯 **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Dublin&groupurlname=club-dynamic-local-singles-dating-events&ar=30-46&face_v=27.0)
- 🎯 **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Dublin&groupurlname=club-dynamic-local-singles-dating-events&ar=40-58&face_v=27.0)
- ✨ **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=404.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Dublin&groupurlname=club-dynamic-local-singles-dating-events&ar=55+&face_v=27.0)
**⚠️ RSVP alone won't secure your spot.** You need to register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited.
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👥 **Best for:**
- Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation
🗂 **Quick details**
- **Format:** Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video dates
- **Location:** Your space – couch, desk, wherever suits you
- **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions
- **Vibe:** Friendly and relaxed – genuine chats with Dublin locals
🧭 **How the session runs**
1. **Pick your age group** – Register through your link above.
2. **Fill in the matching quiz** – Helps us find your ideal matches for the evening.
3. **Log in** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show.
4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Dublin locals.
5. **Get matches** – Mutual matches shared after the event.
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**Is my info private?**
Absolutely. Contact details are only exchanged on mutual match.
**How long are the chats?**
A few minutes each — just enough to get a sense of someone.
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✨ Your next match could be one Zoom call away. 💓 ✨
🎲 **Variation notes**
- Built to feel more varied from one generation to the next.
- Different tone. Same event. Much less predictable.
- A wider swing in voice, pacing, and shape.
UX Design Events Near You
Connect with your local UX Design community
Hands-On : GitHub Copilot SpecKit
**Agenda :**
* 4.45 to 5.00 PM ET: Food and Networking
* 5.00 to 5.50 PM ET: "Hands-On : GitHub Copilot SpecKit"
Hello Everyone! Please join us for our April 14th edition of the AI-ML MeetUp. **Please note this is an in-person meeting and light refreshments/food will be provided. You will need a government-issued ID to enter the facility.**
**Title:** Hands-On : GitHub Copilot SpecKit
**Description:** Spec-Driven Development **flips the script** on traditional software development. For decades, code has been king — specifications were just scaffolding we built and discarded once the "real work" of coding began. Spec-Driven Development changes this: **specifications become executable**, directly generating working implementations rather than just guiding them. In this hands-on lab, we will be covering building your application using SpecKit. Pre-requisites: VSCode v1.107, GitHub Copilot, Python 3.13 + uv, Git installed.
**Location:** The meeting will be hosted in the Applied Information Sciences ( AIS ) office in Reston, at 11440 Commerce Park Dr # 600 · Reston, VA. The location is also right off the Silver Line metro's Wiehle-Reston Metro Station.
**Parking:** Parking is paid and can be validated at the AIS office reception.
We will meet in Room Lake Anne.
We hope to see you all there!!!!
Content in the Age of AI
Everyone has access to AI. Everyone is creating more content.
The real question is **How do you create content that actually performs when everyone is using the same tools?**
At this DC Marketing Tech Talks session, we’re going beyond prompts and tools and getting into what actually matters now:
* How to build a content strategy that doesn’t fall into the “AI slop” trap
* How AI and search engines are actually evaluating and surfacing your content
* How to distribute and structure your content so it reaches the right audience and drives results
**What This Session Will Cover**
This session is designed as a focused, three-part experience, with each speaker taking a different angle on what it really means to create content in an AI-driven world.
We’ll start with **[Tara L. Finney](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarafinney/)**, who brings a strategic lens shaped by over two decades of building content programs across B2B and B2C. Tara will walk through how to build a content strategy that aligns with your business goals, reflects your brand, and resonates with your audience.
From there, **[Stephen Hart](https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamstephenahart/)** will shift the focus to what happens after the content is created. Because even strong content fails if it doesn’t reach the right people. He’ll walk through how to structure your content ecosystem so it can be distributed effectively, reused across channels, and scaled without requiring constant output or burnout.
We’ll close with **[Alex Lindley](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-lindley-50823437/)**, who will take the conversation into how content is actually being evaluated today. As AI becomes a gatekeeper for discovery, it’s no longer just about what you publish, but how it’s interpreted. Alex will unpack how AI and search systems read, assess, and surface your content, giving you a clearer understanding of what drives visibility in an AI-influenced search landscape.
This is a practical discussion about how to create content that shows up, gets read, and supports real business growth in a world shaped by AI.
If you’re a marketer, founder, or content leader trying to figure out how to stay relevant in an AI-saturated world, this is the conversation you need to be in.
Learn all things Data Science and Compete on Kaggle
We will be meeting at Starbucks to learn together. Come with an online class you're already going through or an interest and we will try to connect you with a course where you can learn it. Already have a skill you want to contribute to a Kaggle Datascience competition? We will work on these too! Laptop required :)
Insight Meditation of Northern Virginia
**LOCATION CHANGE as of APRIL 1, 2026:**
**Body Grace has moved to 133 Maple Avenue East, 3rd Floor, above the Bear Branch Tavern.**
Whether you're new to Insight meditation or an advanced practitioner looking for like-minded people to sit with, you're welcome to join us at our Sunday morning drop-in group, sponsored by the Insight Meditation Community of Washington. Insight meditation cultivates our natural wisdom and compassion. Meditation practice develops concentration, which allows us to calm and steady the mind.
This class includes a 30-minute lightly-guided meditation, followed by a short talk and time for questions and discussion. The size of the group usually runs somewhere between 25-40 people in-person and between 12-25 online. Chairs are provided, or you may bring a sitting cushion or bench. You may also use the blankets and bolsters offered by the yoga studio.
**We offer both in-person and online attendance.**
To learn more about our topics and teachers, view our videos or **get the Zoom link**, visit our [class page](https://imcw.org/event/?eventId=735&utm_source=MeetUp&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=vienna-drop-in).
Profs & Pints Northern Virginia: What Digital Detectives Find
[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“What Digital Detectives Find,”** on the afterlife of your digital data and the methods of those who investigate it, with Jim Jones, associate professor at George Mason University and cyber security and digital forensics expert.
[Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-digital-detectives](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-digital-detectives) .]
What happens when you delete digital data such as a picture, video, or email message?
The truth is that “deleted” doesn't mean “gone,” and digital forensic investigators can extract and make sense of the residual fragments left over from data often assumed to be gone forever.
Learn about the field of digital forensics—and the lessons it offers those who worry about sensitive data being exposed—with Jim Jones, who has been a cyber security and digital forensics practitioner, researcher, and educator for more than 30 years.
You’ll learn how all investigations today, criminal and otherwise, to some degree involve digital forensics, an interdisciplinary field that draws from computer engineering, computer science, information technology, law, and ethics. Digital forensics doesn’t just respond to specific incidents, but also seeks out threats within organizations, analyzes malware, and buttresses cyber security. Much of the work of Dr. Jones, his colleagues, and students involves examining digital systems of all types to understand how data persists and decays and how it can be found and recovered.
Dr. Jones will discuss how what happens to the digital data that you deleted depends on the type of device you are using, along with a host of other factors. You'll learn how digital data is stored on different devices and what does and doesn’t happen when you delete that data. You'll see examples of data extracted from different devices, demonstrations of what can be inferred from these remnants, and how investigators can tell if such remnants are genuine or not.
Finally, you'll learn about strategies to mitigate the risk of exposing sensitive data. Dr. Jones will sort those that work from those that don’t. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. Talk starts 30 minutes later.)
Image: A digital forensics examiner works with evidence in the FBI’s New Jersey Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory (FBI photo).




























