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If you’ve ever felt nervous speaking in meetings or presenting your ideas, you’re not alone. Public speaking is one of the biggest fears people have. But 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐢𝐭. 𝐈𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭. That’s exactly what we do at Toastmasters. Many public speaking workshops last one or two days. You leave inspired, but a few weeks later the impact fades. Not because the workshop was bad, but because speaking is a skill. And skills are built through regular practice. That’s where Toastmasters is different. We meet regularly, practice speaking, receive feedback, and improve step by step. You can practice speaking for an entire year at Toastmasters for roughly the price of a one- or two-day workshop. Toastmasters is a global organization with clubs in more than 140 countries, making the system structured, proven, and trusted worldwide. 𝐎𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎, 𝐰𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠. **You’ll:** * **see how meetings work,** * **watch real speeches,** * **experience the supportive atmosphere,** * **and if you want, you can even try speaking yourself.** *Our meetings are conducted in English, which makes them especially valuable for professionals working in international environments who want to build more confidence when speaking English.* Come, join us and experience it. For easier organization, please apply here [https://forms.gle/4TmXMJKMdJaChyNh7](https://forms.gle/4TmXMJKMdJaChyNh7) ![🔷]()𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄 – 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐙𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐂̌𝐍𝐀 𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐙̌𝐁𝐀 𝑇𝑜𝑎𝑠𝑡𝑚𝑎𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑠: 𝐾𝑗𝑒𝑟 𝑠𝑒 𝑜𝑏𝑙𝑖𝑘𝑢𝑗𝑒𝑗𝑜 𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑜𝑧𝑎𝑣𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑛𝑖 𝑔𝑜𝑣𝑜𝑟𝑐𝑖 𝑖𝑛 𝑣𝑜𝑑𝑗𝑒 Če ste kdaj občutili nervozo, ko morate spregovoriti na sestanku ali predstaviti svojo idejo, niste edini. Javno nastopanje je eden najpogostejših strahov ljudi. Toda samozavest pri govorjenju ne pride iz branja o tem. Pride iz prakse. Točno to počnemo v Toastmasters. Veliko delavnic javnega nastopanja traja en ali dva dni. Od tam odidemo navdihnjeni, a čez nekaj tednov učinek izgine. Ne zato, ker bi bila delavnica slaba, ampak ker je govorjenje veščina. In veščine se razvijajo z redno prakso. Tu je Toastmasters drugačen. Redno se srečujemo, vadimo govorjenje, prejemamo povratne informacije za izboljšanje in postopoma napredujemo. V Toastmasters lahko vadite javno nastopanje celo leto za približno ceno enodnevne ali dvodnevne delavnice. Toastmasters je globalna organizacija s klubi v več kot 140 državah, zato je sistem učenja strukturiran, preizkušen in zaupanja vreden po vsem svetu. 𝟐𝟎. 𝐚𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐨𝐝𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐨 𝐯𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐧𝐚𝐬̌𝐞𝐠𝐚 𝐤𝐥𝐮𝐛𝐚 𝐳𝐚 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐳𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜̌𝐞𝐧 𝐯𝐞𝐜̌𝐞𝐫. Videli boste, kako potekajo srečanja, poslušali prave govore, občutili podporno vzdušje in, če boste želeli, lahko tudi sami poskusite spregovoriti. Naša srečanja potekajo v angleškem jeziku, kar je še posebej koristno za strokovnjake, ki delajo v mednarodnem okolju in želijo postati bolj samozavestni pri komunikaciji v angleščini. Pridite in doživite izkušnjo tudi sami. See less [Ljubljana, Slovenia](https://www.facebook.com/events/explore/ljubljana-slovenia/111980668819694/)

🎲 INTERNATIONAL MONDAY BOARD GAME NIGHTS @ Voyager Craft Beer Bar 🍺 Every Monday @ 19:00 \| Voyager Craft Beer Bar Forget the Monday blues. We’re turning the start of the week into a night of strategy, social deduction, and world-class craft beer. Whether you’re a ruthless tactician or just here for the laughs, your seat at the table is waiting. This isn’t just a one-off event—we are building Ljubljana’s premier boardgaming community. Our mission? To make Mondays your favorite night of the week. 👉 Join the Boardgame WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GQ939ioFYXY6pK71oXfh4h 🌍 International & Inclusive We are a global crowd! The primary language of play is English, making this the perfect spot for expats, nomads, and locals to connect. No cliques, no gatekeeping—just good vibes. 🎲 WHAT WE PLAY Mostly fun, social, easy-to-learn games: party games bluffing & social deduction light strategy quick, interactive games Think: laughing, debating, teaming up, betraying your friends 😄 👉 Not super “hardcore nerdy” — but those games are welcome too. Got your own? BRING IT! We encourage you to bring your favorite games from home. Share the games you love with the community. 🍻 Why Voyager? We’ve moved to Voyager Craft Beer Bar for a reason. Great gaming deserves great beer. Swap the basic drafts for premium, independent craft brews while you plot your next move. 💡 How it Works Come Solo or with Friends: Most people show up alone. We’ll get you into a group immediately. 📍 Event Details 📅 When: Every Monday @ 19:00 📍 Where: Voyager Craft Beer Bar 💶 Entry: Free (Support the venue by grabbing a craft beer or a drink!) 👉 Join the Boardgame WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GQ939ioFYXY6pK71oXfh4h Connect with the community beforehand and after the event. Find players for a game you love before Monday arrives. 🌍 Part of Ljubljana International Hosted by the city's biggest international community. Follow us for more: 👉 linktr.ee/ljubljanainternational

We’re launching a beginner Bachata & Salsa course together with one of the best dance schools in Ljubljana — @utripplesa. You’ll learn the basics, get comfortable with the movements and simply enjoy dancing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Perfect for those who have been wanting to try partner dancing but didn’t know where to start. 📅 **Sundays at 17:00 (starting 05.04)** ⏱ **4 classes (1.5 hours each)** 💶 **Price:** €45 for the full course €40 per person if you join with a partner or a friend If you didn’t attend the trial class, you can join the **first session for €10** to see if you like it before committing to the full course. 👉 **Register here:** [https://forms.gle/Gp47pWi8Pk2QsKTu5](https://forms.gle/Gp47pWi8Pk2QsKTu5) Please make sure to **check your email and WhatsApp after registering** — we’ll send all confirmations and updates there. Let’s dance ✨

🎤✨ Nord Afterwork Thursdays: LOO-BLAH-NAH Got Talent — Open Mic & Talent Show 📅 Thursday, 23 April ⏰ From 19:00 📍 Pub LOO-BLAH-NAH Center Ljubljana — it’s time to take the stage. As part of our Nord Afterwork Thursdays, we’re launching something new: 👉 a night where anyone can perform, express themselves, and be seen. Welcome to LOO-BLAH-NAH Got Talent — a raw, fun, and unfiltered open mic & talent show. 🎤 WHAT THIS NIGHT IS ABOUT A stage for all kinds of talent: • singing • live music • poetry / spoken word • freestyle / rap • dance • beatboxing • magic • anything creative 👉 If you’ve ever thought “I could do this” — this is your moment. 🔥 THE FORMAT • short performances (5–7 minutes) • open mic + selected acts • fast-paced, high-energy flow • supportive international crowd Some acts will be amazing. Some will be chaotic. That’s the point. 🎙 WANT TO PERFORM? We’re actively looking for performers. 👉 Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevt8i2-Y4CtXWEVd4bdQtGUSSEphmflhZhbcjtRtrr9iDhMQ/viewform?usp=dialog 🍹 NORD AFTERWORK SPECIAL All night: 👉 3 + 1 GRATIS on Nord Hard Seltzer The perfect mix: drinks + creativity + people 🌍 WHY YOU SHOULD COME • discover hidden talent • meet creative, open-minded people • enjoy something different from a typical night out • be part of a new creative scene in Ljubljana 📍 EVENT DETAILS 📅 Thursday, 23 April ⏰ From 19:00 📍 Pub LOO-BLAH-NAH Center 🎤 Open Mic & Talent Show 🍹 3+1 Nord all night 🌎 HOSTED BY Nord Hard Seltzer × Ljubljana International × Pub LOO-BLAH-NAH 🌍 THE LJUBLJANA INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY This event is powered by Ljubljana International — the biggest international community in Ljubljana with 1000+ members. • active WhatsApp group • weekly events • locals + expats + Erasmus + travelers • super open, social vibe 👉 Come once — leave with new friends. Join the whatsapp group chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KB3YaX1GuqY4eYcYUh3TpK Or follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/ljubljanainternational 🎤 Take the stage. Or just enjoy the show. Either way — this is where things happen.

Have you ever had a great idea but failed to share it with others due to stage fright? Are you ready to conquer your fear of public speaking? Join us at Toastmasters Klub Ljubljana for an interactive workshop designed to help you build confidence and develop effective public speaking skills. Our experienced members will guide you through exercises to improve your communication skills, critical thinking, and impromptu speaking abilities. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced speaker looking to enhance your leadership and presentation skills, this workshop is perfect for you. Don't miss this opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, practice your English as a second language, and unleash your creativity in a supportive and encouraging environment. Learn the art of DIY presentations and gain valuable insights on how to excel in social networking settings. Join us and take the first step towards becoming a confident and successful communicator. See you there! MEETING STRUCTURE: 1st PART - prepared speeches 2nd PART - short impromptu speech competition (you can vote for the best speaker, and you can also participate) 3rd PART - evaluation of speeches and general feedback Toastmasters is an incredibly safe environment. We guide you every step of the way. Great communication skills make the leaders of tomorrow! https://toastmasters.si info@toastmasters.si WE MEET EVERY THURSDAY at Gozdarski inštitut Slovenije AT 18.45 (every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month meetings are in English, the rest in Slovenian.) Gozdarski inštitut Slovenije Večna pot 2 1000 Ljubljana OUR MEETUP IS MOSTLY USED BY GUESTS. MORE PEOPLE ATTEND. Ti je že kdaj tako zagodla trema, da je tvoja super ideja ostala na papirju, neizrečena? Če želiš več samozavesti pri javnem nastopanju, te toplo vabimo na naše Toastmasters srečanje. Brez skrbi, ne bo ti treba na oder, celo srečanje in vse govorce lahko opazuješ kot gost oz. gostja. Vse je prilagojeno tvojemu tempu. POTEK SREČANJA: 1. DEL - vnaprej pripravljeni govori 2. DEL - kratki improvizirani govori (lahko glasuješ za najboljši govor, lahko pa tudi sodeluješ) 3. DEL - evalvacija govorov in splošne povratne informacije Toastmasters je izjemno varno okolje. Vodimo te na vsakem koraku in skozi odlične komunikacijske spretnosti gradimo voditelje prihodnosti. https://toastmasters.si info@toastmasters.si VABLJEN/A VSAK ČETRTEK v Gozdarski inštitut Slovenije ob 18:45.Vsako 1. in 3. srečanje v mesecu poteka v angleščini, ostala srečanja pa v slovenščini. Gozdarski inštitut Slovenije Večna pot 2 1000 Ljubljana NAŠ MEETUP JE NAMENJEN GOSTOM. NA SREČANJA PRIDE VEČ LJUDI.

Toplo vabljeni k obisku enega starejših igralnih klubov pri nas, kjer lahko preizkusite igre iz naše obsežne kolekcije in jih igrate s prekaljenimi mački ali tistimi bolj lenobnimi. Skozi leta so se nabrale dobre igre in dobra družba, ki vedno rada sprejme nove igralce in radovedneže. Klub Igralcev Namiznih Družabnih iger Slovenije. https://www.facebook.com/klubKINDsi https://twitter.com/KlubKINDsi

🍑 NORD AFTERWORK THURSDAYS — 3+1 GRATIS Every Thursday in April • From 7PM 📍 Pub LOO-BLAH-NAH Center, Ljubljana Ljubljana, it's time to upgrade your Thursdays. Forget boring afterwork drinks — we're turning Thursdays into a Nord-powered social ritual. Together with Nord Hard Seltzer, Ljubljana International, and Pub LOO-BLAH-NAH, we’re launching a new weekly hangout where locals, expats, creatives, and party people meet to relax, connect, and start the weekend early. 🍹 3+1 GRATIS on all Nord Hard Seltzers all night Nord is Slovenia’s first hard seltzer — a fresh alternative to beer and cocktails: • light • refreshing • low calories • full of flavor Choose your favorite: 🍑 Cheeky Peach 🥭 Mango Tangerine 🫐 Bluberry Mint 🍋 Lemon Elderberry 🍊 Blood Orange Ginger 🌿 Lemongrass Green Tea 🍋 Matter Lemon 🥭 Mrfy Guava Fresh 🎶 What to expect • international crowd • indie / retro party vibes • new people & spontaneous conversations • music, laughter and good energy • creative and festival-style atmosphere Basically: the best way to spend your Thursday in Ljubljana. 🔥 Why come? Because Thursday is the new Friday. Because Nord is the perfect drink for social nights. Because the best nights start unplanned with good people. And because 3+1 Nord tastes better with friends. 📅 Every Thursday in April 🕖 From 19:00 📍 Pub LOO-BLAH-NAH Center Bring your friends, meet new people, and start your weekend early. QUIT YOUR JOB. DRINK A NORD. See you Thursday. 🌎 Join the Community Meet people before and after events in our Ljubljana International community: 👉 WhatsApp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/KB3YaX1GuqY4eYcYUh3TpK 👉 Events & socials https://linktr.ee/ljubljanainternational

Join us at the next Slovenia Game Dev Meetup, where ActaLogic will present the development journey behind their upcoming release, Call of Osiris. You’ll also have the chance to try the game yourself. See you on Friday, April 24th at Vilharjeva 3 in Ljubljana. [https://www.actalogic.com/](https://www.actalogic.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExM0FUUEp6MGRPUVdWWnFaYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4BMXpEGMGMU_QqwltoUC3o9KHaq6cUIDEjOwufIRTahplIHlrWlLNqYA9pPA_aem_VrfIulPxe3VSzIDzIhoSlw) [https://www.callofosiris.com/](https://www.callofosiris.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExM0FUUEp6MGRPUVdWWnFaYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6ylwJnBDP85VGiYis7hCIxzcuim61-9CJPhkTay1xXgcNv4WuVVdjcdJgGBg_aem_BF3yA3ma3L4UbQ0PSSNuMQ) [https://store.steampowered.com/.../Wayfarers_Call_of_Osiris/](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1523330/Wayfarers_Call_of_Osiris/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExM0FUUEp6MGRPUVdWWnFaYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4BJmqX9XRXzBKAtzWqcBWulf7OHT0vQOMUuf2pgkODfnPRoAhMH0AlGrO89g_aem_jpH-mMrGVkY3KL0_HXqkOQ) The event is organized by the Slovenia Games Association and sponsored by GUARDIARIS d.o.o. SLO: Vabljeni na Slovenia Game Dev Meetup, kjer bo ekipa ActaLogic predstavila razvojno pot svoje prihajajoče igre Call Of Osiris. Igro boste lahko tudi sami preizkusili na dogodku. Vidimo se v petek, 24. aprila, na Vilharjevi 3 v Ljubljani. [https://www.actalogic.com/](https://www.actalogic.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExM0FUUEp6MGRPUVdWWnFaYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6FBmL22lm22tt4HdAv-hVIR1DXavY8Vhe6AujqpVlp96m943jpcjkD31ec2w_aem_WD_fjo8TauZGstQAizg0jw) [https://www.callofosiris.com/](https://www.callofosiris.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExM0FUUEp6MGRPUVdWWnFaYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5vmfmGZYySLuNANrvYqLgzhv2m5AVqYOKUSyqot6L5bZgLz_JzWDttw-_d9g_aem_TY7pxIx1oqbquODllNv8Qg) [https://store.steampowered.com/.../Wayfarers_Call_of_Osiris/](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1523330/Wayfarers_Call_of_Osiris/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExM0FUUEp6MGRPUVdWWnFaYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6hUV_OUf0-PxvgrZusA6J2AyU0572G_zktTdtXMcko4Vo4cv5pBHke_G2y2A_aem_ZIKr3t7D3PuZsA11WoFoWg) Dogodek organizira Slovenia Games Association in sponzorira podjetje GUARDIARIS d.o.o.

🌍🍕 Ljubljana International Friday Afterwork Meetup @ Dobra Vila 📅 Every Friday ⏰ From 18:00 (6 PM) 📍 Pizzeria Dobra Vila (Dunajska 5) Ljubljana — this is your Friday reset. After a long week, there’s one place where locals, internationals, Erasmus students, and young professionals come together to unwind, connect, and start the weekend right. Welcome to the Ljubljana International Friday Afterwork Meetup. 🌍 WHAT THIS IS A weekly afterwork gathering designed for: • meeting new people naturally • building real friendships • expanding your social circle • enjoying great food & drinks • starting your Friday evening in a relaxed, social way No pressure. No awkwardness. Just a welcoming, open environment where conversations flow easily. 🍕 THE VIBE Think: • pizza on the table • drinks in hand • people arriving after work • small groups forming and mixing • relaxed energy that builds into the night This is not a loud party. It’s where the night begins. 🔥 WHY PEOPLE COME • you can come solo and instantly meet people • a friendly, international crowd every week • perfect for newcomers in Ljubljana • a mix of locals, expats, Erasmus & travelers • an easy, consistent way to grow your network By the time you leave — you’ll know new people. 🚀 HOW IT WORKS Show up from 18:00 Grab a drink or food Join a table or conversation Let the evening unfold naturally Stay for an hour — or stay for the whole night. 🌍 THE LJUBLJANA INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY This event is part of Ljubljana International — the largest international community in Ljubljana, with 1000+ members and growing every week. What makes it special: • an active WhatsApp group where people connect daily • a community that actually meets — not just online • people who are open, social, and looking to connect • events happening every week across the city 👉 You don’t just attend — you become part of it. 📍 EVENT DETAILS 📅 Every Friday ⏰ From 18:00 📍 Pizzeria Dobra Vila 👥 30–50+ people every week 💬 WHO SHOULD COME • new in Ljubljana • looking to meet people without awkwardness • want a relaxed, social afterwork vibe • enjoy good food, drinks, and conversations If you’re international — or simply open-minded — you’ll fit right in. ✨ HOSTED BY Ljubljana International × Expat Meetups by Mehtab × Pizzeria Dobra Vila 🌎 JOIN THE COMMUNITY 👉 https://chat.whatsapp.com/KB3YaX1GuqY4eYcYUh3TpK 👉 https://linktr.ee/ljubljanainternational 🍕 Start your Friday with good people. Stay for the vibe. See where the night takes you.

Have a small business? Ever wish you could just ask some questions around how to grow your business, get more customers or just know what the freak you are doing with sales? Now is your chance!! Every month we are hosting the "Ask an Expert" at the Columbus Metro Library, Main campus. I will be there to answer your Sales related questions. Drop-in for sales coaching designed to help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals sharpen their sales approach. Whether you have questions on how to refine your pitch, are looking to close deals more quickly, or are working on building better client relationships, Smashing Your Sales Goals Coaches are here to help. Drop-in to get expert insights, actionable strategies and real-time solutions to grow your business and generate higher profits. Drop-In Sales Coaching is FREE + OPEN to the public. No appointment needed. First come, first served. EPIC Learning created. Accelerate Columbus supported.

A WiA Collective Wisdom Exchange At the start of this year, we gathered to look back, set intentions, and imagine the next chapter. This is the follow-up. Not a check-in. Not a progress report. A small, facilitated circle to reconnect with what you said mattered — and honestly explore what’s actually happening now. Together, we’ll explore: • What you intended at the start of this year - and what that looks like three months in • What’s surprised you, supported you, or shifted • What the next chapter needs now that you know what you know If you were at our January gathering, bring whatever you made or wrote — your word, your artifact, your intention. We’ll look at it with fresh eyes. If this is your first time, you belong here too. You’ll start where we all started: with what’s true right now. Optional art materials will be available for anyone who wants to reflect creatively alongside conversation. If you brought something home from January, you’re warmly invited to bring it back. The intention is the same as always: everyone leaves feeling more clear, more connected, and a little lighter. Space is intentionally limited to keep the experience intimate. What to Expect • A small, welcoming circle (not a large meetup) • Structured conversation so everyone has space to speak • Reflection, listening, and lived experience — not advice-giving • Optional creative reflection alongside conversation • A calm, supportive environment Who This Is For Women and underrepresented folks working in or around agile, product, technology, leadership, or organizational change — especially those looking for honest conversation and community beyond frameworks and buzzwords. Good to Know • No preparation required • If you attended in January, we invite you to bring anything you created or wrote (or something that represents your intention at the start of the year) - it’s optional but invited • Participation is invitational; listening is always welcome • Creative activities are optional

Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

Let’s walk the gardens and enjoy what has spring has on display.