Kantonlu Arkadaşlar
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Evet! Bugün gerçekleşen kantonlu arkadaşlar etkinliklerine buradan göz atın. Bunlar, diğer meraklılarla tanışabileceğiniz ve hemen katılabileceğiniz yüz yüze buluşmalardır.
Bu hafta gerçekleşen tüm kantonlu arkadaşlar etkinliklerini buradan keşfedin. Önceden plan yapın ve hafta boyunca heyecan verici buluşmalara katılın.
Kesinlikle! Bulunduğunuz yere yakın kantonlu arkadaşlar etkinliklerini buradan bulun. Yerel topluluğunuzla bağlantı kurun ve bölgenizdeki etkinlikleri keşfedin.
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Le 140 - Festival Hybrid': Combo Cabaret #4
[Festival Hybrid'](https://www.le140.be/festival/festival-hybrid/)
Combo Cabaret #4 spécial
**ZOO / Thomas Hauert + Julia B. Laperrière**
70' + 50' (16+)
14.04 > 19h00
[Tickets (30€ /40€ - hors PASS Article 27 accepté)](https://shop.utick.be/?module=ACTIVITYSERIEDETAILS&pos=LE140BE&s=11880559-5751-4CEE-A44C-4E4A048C8CAC)
Contenu sensible : nudité, musique forte, lumières flashantes (non stroboscopique).
Troglodyte, Zaungast/Zaunkönig · ZOO / Thomas Hauert
Thomas Hauert approfondit dans ce nouveau solo un processus de création déjà présent dans ses deux dernières créations : faire de la psychologie, de la vie intérieure, de l’inconscient comme moteurs du mouvement.
“Zaungast” désigne celui·celle qui regarde de l’extérieur, c’est littéralement “l’invité·e de la barrière”. « Zaunkönig » est le nom allemand du troglodyte, un petit oiseau chanteur “roi de la clôture”. Minuscule mais roi en même temps, on l’imagine caché dans les crevasses rocheuses, « staying on the fence » dirait-on en anglais, pour parler de quelqu’un·e qui regarde mais ne prend pas position.
Falla · Julia B. Laperrière
À travers l’histoire, l’identité de genre féminine a souvent été étroitement définie par l’absence du phallus.
Julia B. Laperrière aborde cette idée problématique d’un point de vue féministe queer en utilisant le strap-on dildo comme outil de transformation : comment se sent-on lorsqu’on a/porte un pénis ? Comment cela affecte-t-il la façon de se mouvoir ? De quel(s) pouvoir(s) hérite celui/celle qui le porte ?
En collaboration avec la guitariste Pia Achternkamp, Falla est une invitation ludique, une incursion dans l’entre-deux qui met en avant une vision de la sexualité féminine alternative, libérée et sans honte.
💃 Salsa classes Season 2025-26 🕺
🇬🇧 EN 🇬🇧
🔥 SALSA CUBANA CLASSES ARE BACK 🔥
We are delighted to see you again for the start of the 2025/26 academic year
👉 Find all the needed information on our website : **[https://danzamania.be/](https://danzamania.be/horaires/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUjNGU3gzRWdsUFlWMGJMQgEeCHgiKV40mum5hOp5szt0Lxx3U-5DyHO_wR_ZJekcr_m7EFRdpcRthKRV9EU_aem_W6hFXCri8O6Kd9el-RIuIQ)**
✅ PROGRAMME ✅
👉 TUESDAY 16/09
7:00-8:00 pm - Salsa Level 1A @ Salle Oxygène - Angie, Octavia & Raffa
8:15-9:15 pm - Salsa Niveau 1B\* @ Salle Ste Suzanne - Tine & Sam
8:00-9:00 pm - Salsa Cubana Level 2 @ Salle Oxygène - Angie, Octavia & Raffa
\*The Level 1B course is the same as the Level 1A course. It will be taught by Tine & Samuel and starts at 8.15 p.m. It allows those who wish to arrive one hour later and have a group of about 10 people.
👉 WEDNESDAY 17/09
7:00-7:30 pm - Body Expression @ Salle Oxygène - Yusnay, Tine & Raffa
7:30-8:30 pm - Salsa Level 3 @ Salle Oxygène - Yusnay, Tine & Raffa
8:30-9:30 pm - Salsa Level 4 @ Salle Oxygène - Yusnay, Tine & Raffa
👉 THURSDAY 18/09
8:00-9:00 pm - Cuban Salsa Partnerwork - Level 1 + @ Studio Empain - Zoli
9:00-10:00 pm - Cuban Salsa Partnerwork - Level 2 + @ Studio Empain - Zoli
👉 FRIDAY 19/09
8:30-9:30 pm - Rueda de Casino @ Vibrato - Team Danza Mania
9:30-12:30 am - Practica & Entertainment with DJ Joel
💃 Dale Mambo🕺
🏁 20km Brussels Training – After Work Runs (All Levels 🟠🟣🟢)
🏃♂️ Sunday Vacations | Train Together, Finish Together
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Thinking about joining the **20km of Brussels on May 31st**… but don’t want to train alone?
👉 Join our **after-work training group** and prepare together in a fun, social, and motivating atmosphere.
Whether you're a beginner or already running regularly — **you’re welcome.**
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## 📆 Weekly Runs (April → May)
We train **twice a week after work**:
### 🔵 Once per week – Easy Social Run
👉 Perfect to build consistency and meet the group
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### 🟣 Once per week – Long Run (Main Session)
* Distance increases every week
* Structured pace groups
👉 This is the **key session** to prepare for the 20km
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## 🏳️ Follow Your Flag (Pace Groups)
To keep things simple, we use the official **20km Brussels pacemaker system**:
* 🟠 **Beginner (≈ 2h15)**
Run/walk friendly — just aim to finish
* 🟣 **Steady (≈ 2h00)**
Comfortable and regular pace
* 🟢 **Intermediate (≈ 1h45)**
Faster group for those who want a challenge
👉 Not sure? Start easy — you can switch anytime.
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## 📊 Long Run Progression
We gradually build up to the race:
6 km → 8 km → 10 km → 12 km → 14 km → 16 km → 18 km 🔥
* lighter week before the race
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## 🏁 Goal
📅 Sunday 31 May 2026
🎯 Run the 20km of Brussels — together
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## 💡 What to expect
* Friendly, international group 🌍
* No one left behind
* Natural pace groups
* Motivating and social vibe
👉 We start together, run in groups, and finish together.
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## ☕ After the run
Optional drink or snack —
because it’s also about **meeting people and having fun**
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## ⚠️ Practical info
* Bring water
* Wear proper running shoes
* Join at your own responsibility
* Beginners welcome
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## 🌍 About Sunday Vacations
We are a **Brussels-based community** organizing social activities, hikes, and trips.
👉 This training is part of our mission:
**bringing people together through shared experiences**
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## 🔗 Participation
To join, a **Sunday Vacations membership** is required:
* Explorer (€5/year) → + €5 organizing fee
* Voyager (€50/year) → no organizing fee
* Ambassador (€150/year) → no organizing fee + perks
👉 Details: [www.sundayvacations.com/membership](http://www.sundayvacations.com/membership)
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🔥 Don’t train alone — join us and enjoy the journey to the 20km!
Free Salsa Initiation for beginners Tuesday 14th of April
Hey you!
Are you thinking about starting your salsa dancing journey? Join one of our 2 free salsa initiations for complete beginners! Oscar & Joke will teach you some basic steps to start immediately! Join us for this short social moment and start your salsa dancing journey with us and the Brussels salsa community!
Due to limited space, we ask you to register for the free initiations [HERE](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbi-2ff71bvKG1asqvEI3SBgqJ5SHCUsEARyTKWVrmFBve_Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=110460937534040605463)
**Tuesday 14th of April 2026 from 19:00 > 20:15**
@ at GC De Maalbeek, rue Général Leman 118, Etterbeek
**Sunday 19th of April 2026 from 13:45 > 15:00**
@ at Maison de la Solidarité - Salle Zap, Rue du viaduc 133a, 1050 Ixelles
The week after we start a new season of salsa classes for which you are very welcome to join (see upcoming events here on Meetup).
More info about us you can find on our website studionysalsa.be
PM us if you have any questions! Note: it's 2 times the same initiation for beginners in order to give everyone a chance to join according to their availability. Looking forward to meeting you! Oscar & Joke
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró, African Dance Classes/Cours
EN (FR en bas):
We're still accepting people in our classes. Join us!
-step 1: Book here! -> [https://www.danceproject.be/reservations.html](https://www.danceproject.be/reservations.html)
-step 2: Show up!
[Schedule](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#schedule)
Fees :
[All info on trials, packs, subscriptions here](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#fees)
Locations:
-Rue Brialmont 7, Brussels
Metro/Tram: Botanique
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró Intro - 1:
From base to the dancefloor!
When you come for the first time we go over the base & rhythm with you. Then you are included in the group and everybody learns the same new steps for which you just need the base.
Practice makes perfect: just relax and enjoy Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop and/or Forró!
Our group is very welcoming and looking forward to meet new dancers!
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró Roots I - 2:
Ready to go deeper on Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop &/or Forró? Let's go!
[https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#improvers](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#improvers)
Salsa, Forró Roots II - 3:
Looking for #SalsaChallenge? Already familiar with Forró Root? We've got your back!
[https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#intermediates](https://www.danceproject.be/classes.html#intermediates)
More info:
-Web: [https://www.danceproject.be](https://www.danceproject.be)
-Whatsapp: +32 493 16 41 10
-Mail: brussels.salsa.project@gmail.com
-[Facebook](https://facebook.com/brussels.salsa.project)
-[Instagram](https://instagram.com/brussels.salsa.project)
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FR:
Nous acceptons encore de nouvelles personnes dans nos cours. Rejoins-nous !
-1ère pas : Fait ta réservation ! -> [https://www.danceproject.be/reservation.html](https://www.danceproject.be/reservation.html)
-2ème pas : Vient danser !
[Horaire](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#horaire)
Les prix :
[Toutes les infos sur les essais, packs, abonnements ici](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#prix)
Endroits :
-Rue Brialmont 7, Bruxelles
Metro/Tram: Botanique
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró Intro - 1 :
De la base à la piste de danse !
Lorsque tu nous rejoins on voit la base et le rythme avec toi. Ensuite, tu es inclus dans le groupe et tout le monde apprend les mêmes pas pour lesquelles tu as juste besoin de la base.
C'est en forgeant qu'on devient forgeron : détend-toi et profite la Salsa, de la Bachata, du Lindy Hop et/ou du Forró !
Notre groupe est très accueillant et a hâte de rencontrer de nouveaux danseurs !
Salsa, Bachata, Lindy Hop, Forró Roots I - 2 :
Prêt à approfondir la Salsa, la Bachata, le Lindy Hop &/ou le Forró ? Allons-y!
[https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#inities](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#inities)
Salsa, Forró Roots II - 3 :
Tu cherches #DefiSalsa ? Tu connais déjà Forró Roots ? Nous sommes là pour toi !
[https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#intermediaires](https://www.danceproject.be/cours.html#intermediaires)
Plus d’info:
-Web: [https://www.danceproject.be/fr.html](https://www.danceproject.be/fr.html)
-Whatsapp: +32 493 16 41 10
-Mail: brussels.salsa.project@gmail.com
-[Facebook](https://facebook.com/brussels.salsa.project)
-[Instagram](https://instagram.com/brussels.salsa.project)
Let’s write in Café Merlo!
Let's meet to write!
Schedule :
18:00 - 18:30: Arrival & introduction tour. Share briefly with the group your project and the "goal of the day".
18:30 - 20:00 : Let's write!
20:00 : Closing tour. Did you achieve the "goal of the day" ?
See you soon !
Bu Hafta Kantonlu Arkadaşlar Etkinlikleri
Önümüzdeki birkaç gün içinde neler olduğunu keşfedin
Brussels Bouldering - Arkose Canal
Hi everyone.
For anyone and everyone who wants to climb some walls, no matter your skill level. Usually we stick around for a drink after. Arkose has a balcony/rooftop, perfect now that the weather is getting better.
**Practical info**
Location: Arkose Canal.
Address: Rue Willy de Bruyn Straat 52, 1000 Brussels
First time at Arkose? Entry & rental shoes for €10 via the website: https://arkose.com/en/canal?lang=en
I will meet you at 12pm inside in the main hall of the gym. If you are joining later, change and meet us inside at the wall. I am easy to find. Or send me a message.
Wednesday's Badminton Social
You can now join us for some friendly Badminton games on Wednesdays too! All levels welcome!
IMPORTANT: in order to secure your place you’ll need to both book a spot on Meetup AND pay €8 by Sunday 18h00. This is to make sure we can cancel courts if demand isn’t there, and make sure we’re being fair to people on the waiting list.
Refunds will only be possible after Monday AM if another player is definitely able to take your spot
Always worth joining our Whatsapp group as well for faster, often better, updates:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/FTipqtyIwcZLThbw8KpQtZ?mode=gi_t
🎤 Friday Night Fever: Karaoke & Fun !
Ready to shake off the work week and channel your inner rockstar? Join us for an unforgettable night of music, drinks, and questionable vocal choices at Red Karaoke in the heart of Brussels!
Whether you’re a shower-singer extraordinaire or a seasoned stage pro, this is your night to shine. From timeless classics to the latest chart-toppers, we’ve got a microphone with your name on it.
🕒 The Game Plan
* When: This Friday
* Time: 8:00 PM (We’ll grab drinks first to find our "liquid courage")
* Where: Red Karaoke, Brussels
* Vibe: High energy, zero judgment, and 100% fun.
📝 What to Expect
* Meet & Greet: We’ll gather at the bar at 8:00 PM to introduce ourselves before the singing starts.
* The Playlist: Red Karaoke has an extensive library. Start thinking of your "go-to" song now!
* No Pressure: Not a singer? No problem! We need enthusiastic backup dancers and professional "applause-givers" too.
📍 Logistics
* Entry: Please RSVP so I can manage the table/booth booking.
* Costs: Everyone covers their own drinks and their share of the room/singing fee (if applicable).
* Finding Us: I’ll post our exact spot in the comments/chat on the night of the event. Look for the group laughing the loudest!
> Pro Tip: Friday nights get busy! Please arrive on time so we can maximize our stage time.
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Let’s make some noise, Brussels! 🥂
Badminton Sunday Social
Join us for some friendly Badminton games- all levels welcome!
IMPORTANT- in order to secure your place you’ll need to both book a spot on Meetup AND pay €8 by Friday morning. This is to make sure we can cancel courts if demand isn’t there, and make sure we’re being fair to people on the waitlist.
Refunds will only be possible after Friday AM if another player is definitely able to take your spot
Always worth joining our W’app group as well for faster, often better, updates!
https://chat.whatsapp.com/IL7Gbs6TmIm0GXyidQxCFS?mode=gi_t
Korean-English Exchange & Soju in Bruxelles
Join us every Wednesday for an authentic Korean experience in the heart of Brussels! 🇰🇷✨
Let’s share Soju, delicious Korean food, fun karaoke sessions, and plenty of good vibes. Don’t miss our photo booth moments and the chance to meet amazing new people from all over the world!
🎉 Free entry, just order at least one drink to support the venue.
📍 Gyosang, Rue Sainte-Catherine 8, Brussels
🕢 Every Wednesday, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Come for the language exchange, stay for the laughter, food, and Soju! 🍶🎤
Badminton Sunday Advanced
First time comers
Please make sure to read the rules and contact the organizer before! Otherwise you will be moved to waiting list. Apologies for inconvenience but we have to do it to avoid no-shows.
New and Interested in being part of our group? Join here, https://chat.whatsapp.com/KqdVhyuBhFz1d56lv4WVVi
Please Direct Message the Organizer with your level. Approval is required before your first RSVP.
Games format.
95% are double games (unless someone needs a break), typically 4 people play together 2 sets and then mix with players from other fields. We play with plastic shuttles - Yonex Mavis 2000 (which are provided).
Registration
If it's your first time, please send a private message to the host to confirm. No-shows are taken quite seriously because they unbalance the games a lot. Also once you register please keep an eye on you private messages, in case we need to contact you.
Players level
Having players with much less experience often unbalances the game making it much less interesting for more experienced players. We still try to be welcoming.
As a rule of thumb, if you know what a "clear" is, you are welcome to join.
Otherwise, feel free to get in touch with me (John) and we can see if we can arrange so you and existing players can have good experience playing.
Price and payments
The price of participation is EUR 9. Payment is on-site in cash, or via online. Info provided during or shortly after the event in the WhatsApp group.
Cancelations and no-shows
Switches and cancellations are free of charge if done more than 50 hours before the start of the matches
If you cancel within the 50-hour window before the event starts, you will be placed on the wait-list for the next week's event, whether or not a replacement is found. If no replacement is secured, you'll still need to cover your share of the costs.
Contact
Questions or first-time approval requests? DM the Organizer with your playing level and availability.
Thursday Evening Social: 5k Easy Park Run
Let’s shake off the Thursday blues with some easy kilometers. This is a no-drop social run designed to keep the heart rate down and the vibes high.
📍 The Details
Meetup: 18:55 (for a quick briefing)
Start Time: 19:00 sharp
Meeting Point: Under the Arch 🏛️
👟 Target Pace: 6:30 – 7:00 min/km
Distance: 5.0 km
Effort Level: Conversational. If you can't speak in full sentences, we're going too fast!
📝 Note
Please ensure you have "active" lights or reflective gear, as it’ll be dark by the time we finish.
No Bag/Sweater Drop
Kantonlu Arkadaşlar Etkinlikleri Yakınınızda
Yerel Kantonlu Arkadaşlar topluluğunuzla bağlantı kurun
Dinner & a Movie: MICHAEL at Cinemark Stoneridge!
Join us for a fun Dinner & a Movie event as we get together to see MICHAEL + Dinner at CAP City! The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Jaafar Jackson (Michael Jackson’s nephew) as the King of Pop! Early buzz is strong for what should be an excellent musical-biopic! Here are details, a trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: This biographical musical drama follows the life of Michael Jackson, from his time with the Jackson 5 to his early solo career! Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. Jaafar Jackson (Michael Jackson’s nephew) stars in the title role alongside Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, Miles Teller and Colman Domingo.
TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbtgEE6rkxw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbtgEE6rkxw)
MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 3:35pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby between 3:10 and 3:20pm. Tickets already on sale and advance purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event!
DINNER PLAN: Dinner immediately following the movie (around 6pm) at nearby CAP City Fine Diner! Seating is limited for the dinner portion of this event, so separate RSVP required. If you plan to join for Dinner AND the movie, please be sure to RSVP in both places.
CAP CITY FINE DINER: This upscale diner from Cameron Mitchell is known its “retro-cool” atmosphere, modern twists on classic comfort food and their “showstopper” desserts! The menu reimagines nostalgic dishes like meatloaf, beef stroganoff, and pot roast with gourmet twists. The menu also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options with lots of apps, cocktails, salads, sandwiches, burgers (including a black bean veggie burger), the most welcome return of their Veggie Plate (with Hummus) and more. Desserts include their 24K Carrot Cake, Coconut Cake and Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Pie.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Gold Star Business Networking
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!
Toledo Spark Local Connections Tonight
**� Virtual Speed Dating – Toledo Singles, Curated by Personality**
This online speed dating event is built around a host who sets the tone, keeps things easy, and helps people feel comfortable from the first minute.
Speed dating from home — connect with real Toledo singles on Zoom. Join from home, get paired with Toledo singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy.
**Find your age group below:**
- **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=18-32&face_v=2.0)
- **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=30-46&face_v=2.0)
- **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=430.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=club-leading-local-singles-speed-dating&ar=40-58&face_v=2.0)
**⚠️ 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:**
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
- 🎯 Singles in Toledo who want to meet people from home
🛠 **What the flow looks like**
1. **Register** – Select your age group above and sign up.
2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible Toledo singles.
3. **Hop on Zoom** – Join the call and your host will walk you through it.
4. **Meet your matches** – Cycle through short chats with compatible Toledo singles.
📌 **What to know**
- **Format:** Zoom video session – short timed rounds
- 🎉 **Location:** Wherever you're comfortable – no venue, no travel
- **Host:** Professional host keeping the evening smooth and relaxed
**Frequently Asked Questions**
**Do I need anything besides Zoom?**
Just Zoom, a webcam, and Wi-Fi. That's it.
**What if I'm shy?**
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✨ Real people, real conversations — all from your home. 💕 ✨
Short-form version for faster scanning.
Fast to read, easy to act on.
🤝 **Community angle**
- The atmosphere is guided, social, and easy to join
- Repeat attendees help create familiarity and momentum
- The structure is designed to help people settle in quickly
That community angle is deliberate: better conversations, more familiar faces, and stronger momentum over time.
What If Your AI Could Be a Team? - Chad Green
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
GitHub Copilot is powerful, but what if you could scale from a solo AI assistant to an entire team of specialized agents working in parallel? This session introduces Squad: an open-source framework for multi-agent orchestration that lets you define teams of AI agents with specific roles, responsibilities, and expertise.
We'll progress from Copilot basics to the Copilot CLI, explore how Agents add autonomy, and see how Instructions and Skills let you customize agent behavior. Then, the climax: a live demo where a Squad team of 3 agents (Lead, Developer, Tester) stands up and builds a working application in real-time, showcasing true multi-agent collaboration.
Whether you're new to AI or exploring how to scale your use of Copilot, this session will show you what's possible when agents work as a team.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Bad Girls Book Club April 2026
**Our April novel is: *The Hong Kong Widow* by Kristen Loesch**
**This month’s novel blends gothic atmosphere with historical fiction and chilling horror, set against the haunting backdrop of China. The book is 368 pages in print and 10 hours and 42 minutes on audiobook.**
In 1950s Hong Kong, Mei is a young refugee of the Chinese Communist revolution struggling to put her past in Shanghai behind her. When she receives a shocking invitation—to take part in a competition in one of the city's most notorious haunted houses, pitting six spirit mediums against one another in a series of six séances over six nights, until a single winner emerges—she has every reason to refuse.
Except that the hostess, a former Shanghainese silent film star, is none other than the wife of the man who once destroyed Mei’s entire life.
It is promised the winner will receive a fortune, but there is only one prize Mei wants: revenge.
Decades later, the final night of that competition has become an infamous urban legend: The police were called to the scene of a brutal massacre but found no evidence, dismissing it as a collective hallucination. Mei knows what she saw, but now someone else is convinced they know what she did. She must uncover the truth about the last night she ever spent in that house—even if the ghosts of her past are waiting for her there. . . .
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
The topic for April is "Water"
Speak Easy: true stories, told live.
The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast.
Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect.
The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!




















