Wine Making

**Python Meetup @ Sofia** продължава през април с пролетно настроение 🌼 и интересна тема .💡 Следвеликденско, традицията повелява да се съберем в края на месеца 📅, да научим нещо ново 📚, да споделим опит 🤝 и да си спретнем един networking 🧑‍💼, както си му е редът. 🗓️ Датата е **28-ми април**, а мястото е 📍**Barter Community Hub** 🏢. Започваме в ⏰ **19:00ч**. 🎫 Събитието е **напълно безплатно** ✅, нужно е само да потвърдиш присъствие тук 🙌 📢 Тема: **Prefect is almost Perfect!** ✨ 👨‍💻 Лектор: **Борислав Варадинов** 💭 **За какво ще си говорим:** Prefect е съвременен инструмент за оркестрация на работни процеси ⚙️ (workflow orchestration), създаден с мисъл за разработчиците 👩‍💻👨‍💻, или както самите те казват, „проектиран за хора“ 🤝. За разлика от много други оркестратори, базирани на DSL-и 🧩 или тежки конфигурации ⚠️, Prefect ви позволява да описвате workflows директно на Python 🐍 - по интуитивен, четим и лесен за усвояване начин 📖. Подходът е изчистен и елегантен: дефинирате flows и task-ове като обикновени Python функции, което намалява кривата на обучение 📉 и помага кодът да остане структуриран и консистентен.🧱 **🎙️ За лектора:** Борислав е страстен Senior Principal Engineer 🚀 и DevOps Advocate 🛠️ с богат опит в разработването, автоматизацията 🤖, инфраструктурата като код 🏗️ и управлението на конфигурации ⚙️. В момента допринася за иновативни проекти в Dell Technologies 💻. Има опит в работата с различни езици за програмиране, но през последните години истинската му страст е Python 🐍. След лекцията продължаваме в **networking частта** 🤝 с вкусна почерпка 🍕 (без козунаци 😄) и напитки 🥤, за които специално благодарим на нашите партньори от **[Waracle](https://waracle.com/)** 🙏. А някой от вас ще си тръгне и с малък подарък 🎁 от томболата ни. Очакваме те на **28-ми април** в **Barter Community Hub**!📍 Започваме точно в 19:00! ⏰ \-\-\- **Python Meetup @ Sofia, April Edition 🐍🌸** **Python Meetup @ Sofia** continues this April with a fresh spring vibe 🌼 and an exciting topic 💡 Post-Easter tradition calls for us to gather at the end of the month 📅, learn something new 📚, share knowledge 🤝, and, of course, do some proper networking. 🧑‍💼 🗓️ The date is **April 28th**, and the place is 📍**Barter Community Hub** 🏢. We kick off at ⏰ 19:00. 🎫 The event is **completely free** ✅ - all you need to do is confirm your attendance here 🙌 📢 Topic: **Prefect is almost Perfect! ✨** 👨‍💻 Speaker: **Borislav Varadinov** 💭 **What we’ll talk about:** Prefect is a modern workflow orchestration engine built with developers in mind - or as they say, designed for humans👩‍💻👨‍💻. Unlike many orchestrators built on DSLs 🧩or heavy configurations, Prefect lets you write workflows in plain Python 🐍 - intuitive, readable, and easy to pick up. It is a clean and elegant. You define flows and tasks just like normal Python functions, which reduces the learning curve and keeps your project clean and consistent.🧱 **🎙️ About the speaker:** Borislav is a passionate Senior Principal Engineer 🚀and DevOps Advocate 🛠️with extensive experience in development, automation🤖, infrastructure as code, and configuration management. Currently contributing to cutting-edge projects at Dell Technologies💻. He has experience working with various programming languages, but in recent years, his true passion is Python 🐍. After the talk, we’ll continue with a **networking session** 🤝 featuring some tasty snacks 🍕 (no Easter bread 😄) and drinks 🥤 — with special thanks to our partners at **[Waracle](https://waracle.com/)** 🙏. And some of you might even walk away with a small prize 🎁 from our **raffle**. We’re looking forward to seeing you on **April 28th** at \*\*Barter Community Hub!\*\*📍 We start sharp at 19:00. ⏰

Шест поредни месеца на спадове. Рекорд. А март най-после затвори на зелено. Видяхме ли дъното? На фона на геополитическо напрежение, несигурност и пазар, който дълго време изглеждаше изтощен, Bitcoin все пак завърши март нагоре. Дали това е знак, че дъното вече е зад нас? Или просто кратка пауза преди следващото движение? На следващия Sofia Crypto Meetup ще се фокусираме основно върху Bitcoin и големия въпрос: Видяхме ли вече най-ниските нива в този цикъл? Ще обсъдим: Какво означават шестте поредни месеца на спад и защо март е толкова важен сигнал за пазара? Кои други проекти имат шанс не просто да целеят, а да излязат по-силни от този период? Фокусът ще бъде върху това кои сигнали наистина имат значение и кои проекти могат да преминат през трудния период с реални шансове за следващия етап на пазара. Без излишен шум, без магически прогнози, само добър разговор, смислен анализ и достатъчно време за въпроси и дискусия. Елате, за да обсъдим дъното заедно... И за да можете един ден да кажете: I survived the bottom!

**\>\>\>\>\> IMPORTANT: Use this link to register for the event \(registration is FREE but REQUIRED\):** [https://luma.com/ekyynha3](https://luma.com/ekyynha3) **<<<<<** **Our most important annual event will take place on Tuesday, April 28 at 7 PM.** ​**ABOUT THE EVENT** ​Join us for the 2026 edition of our flagship annual gathering - an essential event for product managers, aspiring PMs, and anyone curious about the evolving product management landscape in Bulgaria. As artificial intelligence reshapes industries and transforms how products are built, this year's edition explores what it means to be a product manager in an AI-driven world. ​In the first part of the evening, our team will present the findings from the Annual PM Ecosystem Survey 2026, offering a comprehensive understanding of the product management profession in Bulgaria during this pivotal moment of technological change. ​You'll gain insights into how product companies in Bulgaria are adapting to AI, the evolving profiles and backgrounds of product managers navigating this new landscape, the most pressing challenges PMs face as they integrate AI into their work, and guidance on how to start your journey if you're considering a career in product management. ​The presentation will also cover average salary rates across different seniority levels - from junior to senior and director-level positions - as well as emerging ways of working that are reshaping the product management profession in the age of artificial intelligence. ​Following the presentation, a panel discussion (speakers TBA) will bring together three accomplished product professionals who will share their unique approaches to product development and AI integration within their respective organizations. ​They will provide candid insights into how the PM profession has evolved and discuss the strategies, challenges, and opportunities that define product management in 2026. ​**SECURE YOUR SPOT** ​Given the overwhelming interest in previous editions, we encourage you to **register early to guarantee your place**. ​Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow product professionals, gain insights into the future of product management, and be part of the conversation shaping the industry in 2026. ​**ABOUT THE SPONSOR** ​*S*umUp is a global fintech on a mission to level the playing field for small businesses - 4M+ merchants, 37 markets, one goal. Starting with mPOS in 2012, we've grown into a rich ecosystem covering payments, POS, accounting, loyalty programs, business analytics, and more - all in one place. Our vision is bold: to build the first-ever global card acceptance brand. To get there, we rely on local, autonomous, cross-functional squads who take an aspect of the product and perfect it from concept to execution. Our product philosophy is simple: understand real needs, seize the right opportunities, and build with care.

OWASP Sofia Chapter ви кани на ново събитие, посветено на **AppSec, DevSecOps и киберсигурност в практиката**. Събитието ще се състои в офиса на нашите любезни партньори от [Progress](https://www.progress.com/) 🤝 **📌 Програма за 30 април 2026:** * 19:00 ч. - Начало и въведение * 19:15 ч. - [Георги Рибарски](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gribarski/) @ [Progress](https://www.progress.com/) \- "**SAM(M) v Korporaciq**" * 20:00 ч. - [Антон Санков](https://www.linkedin.com/in/asankov/) @ [CAST AI](https://cast.ai/) \- "**Beyond Scanning: Teaching AI to Actually Fix Container Vulnerabilities**" * 20:45 ч. - Здравко Здравков @ [Vigilis Defense](https://vigilisdefense.com/) \- "**Архитектура на една POS атака.**" * 21:30 ч. - Q&A / Networking * 22:00 ч. - Закриване Събитието ще се проведе на живо в офиса на [Progress](https://maps.app.goo.gl/unHVZspnrL83gLq79). От скоро имаме и нов сайт **[www.owasp.bg](www.owasp.bg)** * [Чат с общтноста в Дискорд](https://discord.com/channels/849266967856414731/981867323298312223) * Последвайте нашите [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/107314221/) и [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/owaspbg) страници * [Споделете и презентирайте през Sessionize](https://sessionize.com/owasp-sofia/) \- винаги търсим нови спийкъри\. Очакваме ви! 🚀

## **Fashion and Nigeria** **What can Europe learn from Nigerian culture and fashion?** *** Fashion designer and personal stylist **Boryana Vatova** traveled to Nigeria in 2018 and stayed there until 2020. The reason – an invitation to teach fashion at the *Learn and Work* academy, where she later became Head of the Design Department. Boryana shares: *"When I moved to Nigeria, I realized how different the culture is from the European one. At first, it was difficult for me to find the right way to communicate. That’s when I started studying human nature more deeply and understood that if you approach people with genuine interest and respect, cultural differences become a bridge rather than a barrier. Gradually, I built a very strong connection with my students and the people there. They accepted me deeply and authentically, which was a great gift for me. Nigeria taught me to notice the small things, to be grateful, and to value human connection above all else."* On April 26th, we invite you to a first-hand story with both professional and personal perspectives. Through many photos, videos, and engaging stories, we will explore the following topics: • The *Learn and Work* Academy and the educational model between Italy and Nigeria • The students – their ambition and attitude toward knowledge and fashion • Nigerian fashion energy – colors, silhouettes, textiles, symbolism • Cultural identity as the foundation of style • How elements of African aesthetics can be integrated into the European fashion context The idea is to show that cultural exchange is not one-way – it is a dialogue. At the end of the talk, you will have the opportunity to ask your questions to Boryana Vatova about her experience in Nigeria, its culture, and of course – her work in fashion. 📅 **Date:** April 29, 2026 ⏰ **Time:** 20:30 – 22:30 🍷 A complimentary drink is included in a cozy atmosphere. 🎟️ **Participation fee:** €15 Please contact us to reserve your spot. 📍 **Location:** AfriKaya Studio, Lozenets district, 56–58 Krum Popov St., 3rd floor *** **More about Boryana Vatova:** My name is Boryana Vatova and I am a fashion designer and personal stylist. Between 2018 and 2020, I lived and worked in Nigeria, where I taught fashion at the private *Learn and Work* academy – an institution based on an Italian-Nigerian partnership. I later became Head of the Design Department. This experience changed not only my professional path but also the way I communicate and build relationships with people. Nigeria taught me gratitude for the small things and deep respect for cultural identity. Today, this is reflected in my work – I build strong personal connections with the people I work with and believe that fashion is a bridge between cultures. 🌐 Website: [Boryana Vatova Official Website](https://www.boriannavatova.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

We practice, dance, and enjoy a BYOB bottle of your favorite wine at the Dublin Ballroom off Sawmill, North, and “milonga” is a social event for tango dancing where dancers socialize. A “*practica*” is an informal social event for tango dancing where dancers focus on practicing the dance; while a “*practilonga*” combines the relaxed atmosphere of a “*practica*” with the format of a “milonga.” We are doing it all! ***Cost is $10 payable to the Teacher.*** *Cost is for the cost of the venue and covers some snacks.* We have had fun doing this event in the past. Please arrive promptly as lessons begin at 2pm. Don't worry about bringing a partner as there will be others at the event from outside the group that: a) might have a clue and b) won't step on your toes. The event is BYOB (similar to our Salsa events), so bring your favorite and a wine glass. We will likely find a place for dinner and drinks after the dance.

**In an unprecedented effort** to cram WAY too much FUN into one single night this is a **wine tasting** (*sample 4 wines*) / **Kentucky Derby** celebration (*wear your fancy derby hat that you literally cannot wear anywhere else*)/ and **New Members** Night. But mostly THIS IS "***New Members Night***." If you are one of the many folks on the fence about coming to your first wine tasting with the *Hilliard Wine Club*, this is the night to come. There will be many other new people, so you won't be alone. And the regulars will be there to help make you feel welcome. We're a relaxed and warm group. We hope to see you. **SIDE NOTE:** New members are welcome to ALL our Friday night wine tastings, but this night is a special overture to those who don't want to feel that they are the only new person in the room. Don't worry. You won't be. And don't hesitate to RSVP to other events. **OLD MEMBERS NOTE**: Hey Old Members! You're not excluded from this event. We expect to see you there to help make the new members feel welcome. **Sample 4 different wines** this Friday for $15 (*Cash or Venmo only please*). Glasses are provided. Bring a snack to share. Bring a bottle to share if you care to. See all the details below for the Hilliard Wine Club Wine Tasting. In Person. In Real Life. Actual Wine from glass bottles with corks and everything. **Wine**: Tastings will be $15 for four samples as always. And you are welcome to bring a bottle of your favorite wine to share with others. Participation in the wine tastings is optional. But since you’re going, I will buy enough wine to cover you. If you bring your own wine and do not participate in the tasting you will only pay $10 to cover the door charge. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **Extra Wine**: After everyone has had their samples, we remove the pouring spouts and any remaining wine is poured freely to whomever wants it. I hate having leftover wine. **Queen of Hearts**: The Queen of Hearts raffle is a fundraiser for the club and a Barnum and Bailey type extravaganza - minus the dancing ponies, clowns, and actual circus. Bring your ***cash*** as the Queen does not accept American Express or other plastic. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

This is "***New Members Night***." If you are one of the many folks on the fence about coming to your first wine tasting with the *Hilliard Wine Club*, this is the night to come. There will be many other new people, so you won't be alone. And the regulars will be there to help make you feel welcome. We're a relaxed and warm group. We hope to see you. **SIDE NOTE:** New members are welcome to ALL our Friday night wine tastings, but this night is a special overture to those who don't want to feel that they are the only new person in the room. Don't worry. You won't be. And don't hesitate to RSVP to other events. **OLD MEMBERS NOTE**: Hey Old Members! You're not excluded from this event. We expect to see you there to help make the new members feel welcome. **Sample 4 different wines** this Friday for $15 (*Cash or Venmo only please*). Glasses are provided. Bring a snack to share. Bring a bottle to share if you care to. See all the details below for the Hilliard Wine Club Wine Tasting. In Person. In Real Life. Actual Wine from glass bottles with corks and everything. **Wine**: Tastings will be $15 for four samples as always. And you are welcome to bring a bottle of your favorite wine to share with others. Participation in the wine tastings is optional. But since you’re going, I will buy enough wine to cover you. If you bring your own wine and do not participate in the tasting you will only pay $10 to cover the door charge. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **Extra Wine**: After everyone has had their samples, we remove the pouring spouts and any remaining wine is poured freely to whomever wants it. I hate having leftover wine. **Queen of Hearts**: The Queen of Hearts raffle is a fundraiser for the club and a Barnum and Bailey type extravaganza - minus the dancing ponies, clowns, and actual circus. Bring your ***cash*** as the Queen does not accept American Express or other plastic. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

**Karaoke Night**: Bring your glee club friends. Enjoy a flashback to your choir days. No chorus line. It's all you baby. Sing. Shout. Scream. Lip sync if you need to. But do show up and do have a good time. **On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

**Nurses**: Finally, it's Nurses' Appreciation Week and in honor of all of our fine members in the Nursing/Medical professions it is Nurses' Night at the Hilliard Wine Club. Everyone loves Nurses so please come if you are one and join us in celebrating them if you're not one. (Please keep your medical questions to a minimum. You may not get the best health advice after a couple glasses of wine.) **On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Free Communal Garden Class Series GROWING MUSHROOMS In this class, we will discuss how to raise mushrooms on logs outdoors as a way to raise food in parts of your yard that are usually too shady to grow vegetables or other crops. We will discuss what mushroom species can be cultivated, what tree species they can grow on, and demonstrate how to prepare and inoculate the logs. By following these steps, you can have your own bountiful mushroom harvest! APRIL 27 | 6:00-7:30 PM | WELLS BARN 1851 E BROAD ST, COLUMBUS, OH 43205 INSTRUCTOR: MARC AMANTE Mare Amante is an Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Educator with Central State University who is also currently serving as CSU Extension's Agriculture and Natural Resources Interim Program Leader. He has worked on and managed diversified vegetable farms across the Midwest and currently owns and operates an urban farm here in Ohio where he raises microgreens, vegetables, raspberries, and log-grown mushrooms for sale to local markets and restaurants. Registerefor free here https://www.fpconservatory.org/events/cg-growing-mushrooms/