Agile Project Management

Join us in Millennium Park for a **FREE** workout at The Bean. We are an inclusive workout group with chapters throughout the world. Whether you are a multi-marathon runner or a mom just getting back into the swing of things, and everything in between, we only ask of everyone to **#JustShowUp!**

**Join us at our TECH MIXER AND SOCIAL for afterwork drinks, networking with tech workers in Chicago and meet people from Chicago and all over the world 🌏🎉** Tech, AI, Data, and more \~ Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Chicago! 🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks 📍 **Hopsmith Tavern** \- 15 W Division St\, Chicago 🕕 **5:30pm** onwards **every** **Friday** 🎫 just $4 entry online or $8 at the door! (helps us to run the event inc. Meetup costs etc!) 🔗 [Link to Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1379224400309?aff=meetup) WhatsApp community in the Eventbrite link above *Chicago tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community career jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup Chicago tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community career jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup*z

Come join other parents after drop off at The People's Cafe! Talk school shop on all the happenings, events and current events. Parents go through very similar experiences and it's great to connect to your school community. Mondays and Fridays after drop off!

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Looking for a spot to run your D&D campaign? We have a great table ready to host! We are keeping the time open for you to choose what works for you and your players. Reach out with any questions or suggestions! Zemi Coffee offers a wide range of drink options from coffee, to tea, to hot chocolate. Along with Puerto Rican empanadas and pastries to fuel your players! Email [email protected] with any questions!

*Before and After, an instant drama* **Fridays/Saturdays, 7:30 PM, January 30-February 21** Life is defined in moments. *Before and After* explores the story leading to a life-changing event and the impact of that instant on all that is to follow. Are we truly changed by the big moments in our lives, or are we only revealed? No two performances are ever the same, but every show is an instant drama created before your eyes. Theatre Momentum is the **only** theatre in Chicago dedicated to dramatic improvisation. Join us for a night of grounded instant theatre. Fridays/Saturdays, 7:30 PM (doors open at 7 PM) January 30-February 21 All tickets $5! Studio Momentum, 1541 W Belmont Ave ### **Get your tickets!** **[https://www.theatremomentum.com/shows](https://www.theatremomentum.com/shows)**

Join Golden Glove Champ and Pro Judge Andrew for a fun and informative group boxing class at a real MMA gym. It takes a couple minutes to prep, so try to arrive no later than 8:45am sign-in! $20 for meetup members ($30 normally)

💗 Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day starting with a yummy breakfast. Yay! 💗 LOCATION Portage Park Breakfast Place 5040 W Montrose Ave, Chicago **meeting 915 for 930 seating** **It's cash only as we will have separate checks.** Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XnGCasE2Vr7BoBYE7?g_st=ic Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays and getting people together to celebrate is the best. Come celebrate with us. After breakfast if anyone wants to continue with more spontaneous fun I’m a yes. Let’s bring ideas to breakfast. 🙂 Happy Valentine’s Day. We look forward to celebrating with you. 💗

*Before and After, an instant drama* **Fridays/Saturdays, 7:30 PM, January 30-February 21** Life is defined in moments. *Before and After* explores the story leading to a life-changing event and the impact of that instant on all that is to follow. Are we truly changed by the big moments in our lives, or are we only revealed? No two performances are ever the same, but every show is an instant drama created before your eyes. Theatre Momentum is the **only** theatre in Chicago dedicated to dramatic improvisation. Join us for a night of grounded instant theatre. Fridays/Saturdays, 7:30 PM (doors open at 7 PM) January 30-February 21 All tickets $5! Studio Momentum, 1541 W Belmont Ave ### **Get your tickets!** **[https://www.theatremomentum.com/shows](https://www.theatremomentum.com/shows)**

**🎟️ 🎶Theater Week Stop 3: $30 tix-Trial in the Delta: Murder of Emmett Till🎭** *Chicago Theater Week 2026 Play #3 - $30 Tix-* *Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till @Kimball Arts Center* **Chicago Theater Week Play #3** 🎶 *Trial in the Delta: the Murder of Emmett Till* 📅 **Saturday Feb 14, 2025** ⏰ **7:30 PM** 📍 **The Kimball Arts Center \|** 1757 N. Kimball Ave, Chicago, **🎟️ General Admission Seating** Our **3rd & final stop** for Chicago Theater Week is **Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till**, a powerful, award-winning live docu-drama presented by **Collaboraction** in their brand-new **House of Belonging** in Humboldt Park. This immersive production brings the **1955 murder trial of Emmett Till** to life using the **recently unearthed trial transcript**, placing audiences inside the courtroom for a **deeply human, radically honest** examination of a case that changed America forever. Actors sit among the audience, taking the stand as witnesses for both the defense and prosecution — including **Mamie Till-Bradley** — creating a stunning, immediate, and unforgettable experience. New this year! Tickets are available on Hottix, no special codes needed! 🎟 **Theater Week Deal via Hot Tix** • **$30 tickets + fees (normally $55.00)** — no special code • **Limited quantity — WILL sell out** 👉 Buy here: https://hottix.org/shows/collaboraction-in-the-kimball-arts-center/trial-in-the-delta-the-murder-of-emmett-till/ ✔️ Select **2/14/25 General Admission – 7:30 PM** \| **The Kimball Arts Center** **-reg price $55.00 for $30! so $25.00 savings!** Any issues calls Hot tix helpdesk at Phone: **(312) 977-9483 or** Email: **[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])** ⚠️ **Important Ticket Rules** · You must buy your own ticket · **DO NOT RSVP YES until ticket is purchased** · GA seating — we’ll meet in the bar & sit together · High probability of value-priced tickets selling out!! - buy asap! I’ll arrive around **7:00 PM to grab seats as general admission.** *I may grab a meal nearby earlier & I will post a comment of where I will go for those who wish to meet & grab a bite. Check back for updates* 🍷 **Food & Drinks** • No food served and no outside food allowed • Full bar available (wine, spirits, non-alcoholic drinks allowed in theaters) • If you want to eat, plan to do so before the show — many nearby options • Some of us may grab a bite. I’ll post updates closer to the date **Trial in the Delta: the Murder of Emmett Till** 🎶 About the Production On September 20, 1955, testimony began in the murder trial of two members of Emmett Till’s lynch mob. What happened during that trial — and in the weeks and months surrounding it — would help ignite the Civil Rights Movement. Written by Willie Round & G. Riley Mills, directed by Anthony Moseley & Dana Anderson, this production is drawn directly from The State of Mississippi vs. Roy Bryant and J.W. Milam trial transcript. It plays as a live courtroom reenactment, featuring top Chicago actors seated among the audience. Join us as we witness this vital story — and stay to discuss its impact and legacy. **🏛️ About Collaboraction & the Kimball Arts Center** Collaboraction celebrates **30 years** of innovative, socially conscious theater and opens its new **House of Belonging** in Humboldt Park. The space includes: • 🎭 99-seat flexible studio theater • 🍷 50-seat cabaret with café/bar • 🏙️ Located next to the **606 Trail**, where Logan Square meets Humboldt Park Collaboraction’s work is grounded in **KEDA** — *Knowledge, Empathy, Dialogue, and Action* — theater for social change. **Kimball Arts Center** Kimball Arts Center is a hub of Chicago creativity located next to the 606 Trail, where Logan Square meets Humboldt Park. Home to a collection of independent businesses for over 15 years. Always inclusive. Always open-minded. 🚗 Parking: Metered street parking nearby; SpotHero/ParkWhiz recommended 🚇 CTA accessible https://www.transitchicago.com/planatrip/ ❗ **No-Show Policy** 3 no-shows without RSVP updates = 3-month event freeze. 🎭✨ **This is a true Theater Week steal — grab your ticket before it’s gone!**

**Course Overview:** For project management professionals, the PMP certification is a widely accepted credential. It attests to their proficiency in project management and leadership. Obtaining PMP certification indicates proficiency in project management techniques and a dedication to best practices. It raises earning potential, creates new chances, and improves career prospects. The Project Management Institute (PMI) administers the PMP certification, which necessitates passing a demanding exam, proving experience, and fulfilling professional development criteria. **Training Overview:** This in-depth PMP® course is carefully crafted to provide professionals with the information, tools, and techniques needed to lead projects in a wide range of industries. Updated according to the most recent PMBOK® Guide and PMI standards, the course addresses fundamental project management areas such as initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing a project. Attendees will receive hands-on practice through live case studies, interactive training, and exam techniques so that they are well-equipped to take the PMP certification exam. The training is also in compliance with the PMI 35 contact hour requirement and is conducted by certified trainers with real-world industry experience. [https://www.icertglobal.com/course/pmp-certification-training/Classroom/5/3644](https://www.icertglobal.com/course/pmp-certification-training/Classroom/5/3644) Take your career to the next level with our **intensive PMP® Bootcamp**, designed to help you lead projects with confidence and earn your PMP credential quickly and efficiently. · Hands-on training in project planning, execution, monitoring & closure · In-depth understanding of PMI frameworks and the PMBOK® Guide **·** Proven strategies to **clear the PMP exam on your first try** · Guidance from expert trainers with 15+ years of industry experience **Key Features of PMP Certification** · **4 Days In-Person Training:** Intensive classroom sessions with expert-led instruction, hands-on activities, and full PMP® exam coverage. · **PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition-Based Training:** Aligned with the latest PMI standards, focusing on principles, performance domains, and real-world project applications. · **90 Days of E-Learning Access:** Get unlimited access to recorded sessions, study materials, and practice exams for 90 days to reinforce your learning at your own pace. · **PMI Application Assistance:** Get step-by-step guidance to complete and submit your PMP® exam application accurately and confidently. · **35 Hours of Classroom and Online Instructor-Led Live Training:** Comprehensive, real-time training delivered by certified instructors in both in-person and virtual formats. · **Approved Course Materials:** Study with PMI-authorized and industry-recognized materials aligned with the latest PMP® exam content outline. · **Money-Back Guarantee:** Enroll with confidence—get a refund if you don’t pass the PMP® exam under our specified terms and conditions. · **Exam-Based Mock Tests:** Practice with full-length, PMP®-style mock exams designed to simulate the real test environment and boost your confidence. **Benefits of PMP Certification:** · **Global Recognition:** PMP is a universally respected credential recognized across industries worldwide. · **Higher Salary Potential:** PMP-certified professionals earn up to 20% more than non-certified peers. · **Career Advancement:** Opens doors to leadership roles and high-impact project opportunities. · **Validated Skills:** Proves your ability to manage projects efficiently using industry-standard best practices. · **Stronger Networking:** Connect with a global community of project managers and PMI members. **What will you learn?** * **Project Management Frameworks:** Understand PMI’s approach and the PMBOK® Guide (7th Edition) * **Project Lifecycle & Processes:** Master initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing phases * **Agile & Hybrid Methodologies:** Apply adaptive project practices used in modern industries * **Team Leadership & Communication**: Learn stakeholder engagement, team dynamics, and conflict resolution * **Risk, Time & Cost Management:** Effectively manage project constraints and ensure delivery success * **PMP® Exam Strategy:** Gain test-taking techniques, practice with mock exams, and get exam-ready tips **Our Pass Guarantee: Your Success is Our Priority:** We’re committed to your success—our training, tools, and support are designed to help you pass the PMP® exam with confidence. **Why Choose Our Program? 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The **Chicago Microsoft Power Platform User Group** invites makers and pro‑devs alike to join us for a special community watch event celebrating the upcoming **Visual Studio Code** documentary — a newly revealed behind‑the‑scenes look at how Microsoft engineered VS Code using its own “dogfooding” development approach and internal culture. As VS Code continues to power the pro‑code foundation behind core Power Platform scenarios — including extensibility for Power Pages, advanced ALM/SDLC pipelines, and solution‑first development — this documentary offers a timely and inspiring glimpse into the tooling shaping the future of our ecosystem. To make the experience even better, **we’ll have complimentary food and exclusive swag for all live, in‑person attendees**, so come enjoy the film, connect with fellow community members, and be part of the Chicago‑area celebration of one of the most influential tools in modern development." **Agenda - Wednesday, February 25th** 5:30 pm Central - Welcome and Intros 5:45 pm Key news and announcements 6:00 pm - **Visual Studio Code documentary** 6:45 pm- Ask us anything - We will try to answer :) Hope you join us! Craig & Ralph

## Details **Topic:** *In Person Event -* Agile Meet-up Chicago **Description:** Lucid Software and the Agile Professional Learning Network are excited to host an Agile Meet-Up in Chicago—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a long-time Agilist or just starting your journey, join us for an evening of meaningful conversation, connection, and great drinks. Thursday, March 12, 6:00-8:30pm CDT Agenda: 6:00 - 6:30 Open Networking 6:30 - 8:30 Lean Coffee **Register:** Seating is limited. To guarantee a spot you MUST register at the following link (it's free!) [Agile Meet-up with Lucid Software + APLN Tickets, Thu, Mar 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/agile-meet-up-with-lucid-software-apln-tickets-1982304834121?aff=oddtdtcreator) **Location:** Crust Brewery 5500 Park Place Rosemont, IL 60018 **Facilitator:** Jessica Guistolise CPCC *This event is worth 3 SEU's for Scrum Alliance certificate renewals!*

Managing AWS at scale means balancing performance, cost, and business objectives—but are you making decisions based on assumptions or evidence? Join Bob Dussault from Sycomp to discover why observability isn't just monitoring; it's the architectural foundation that enables excellence across all six pillars of the AWS Well-Architected Framework. Learn how Sycomp's Intelligent Cloud+, Intelligent Observability+, and Managed FinOps services help organizations build observable, cost-efficient infrastructure that delivers measurable business value

**Our Host:** Vibes aims to be the world’s most trusted mobile engagement platform that intelligently creates personal and revenue-driving engagement between consumers and the brands they love.
 Major mobile-first brands like Chipotle, The Children's Place and Polo Ralph Laure**n** use Vibes to deliver millions in revenue, with an average 90x ROI on Vibes-powered SMS messaging programs alone. **Speakers:** 🎤 **Mike Dalton** (**in person)** \- Introduction to Hotwire Native: Build iOS and Android apps with Ruby on Rails Hotwire Native is a set of JavaScript, iOS and Android libraries that allow developers to build iOS and Android apps with native capabilities using mostly Ruby on Rails. Mike will introduce Hotwire Native and describe how a developer can quickly use it to transform their Rails app to a native app. He will then show how to write native code to support more advanced features like OAuth. **About Mike:** Mike Dalton is a Lead Engineer at Triumph with over a decade of experience building Ruby on Rails apps for e-commerce, logistics, and payment companies. Fun fact: He will be coming in from Philly to join us in the Windy City. 🎤 **Jason Swett** (**in person**) - TBA **Location:** 300 W Adams St, 7th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606 **Location Details:** * **No walk-ins allowed** (every attendee must be registered) * **ID required upon checkin** * **Your name you register with should match that of your ID** **Important meeting notes:** We request in-person attendees to fill out this Registration Form [https://forms.gle/oKbX26tQXDNBhBdH6](https://forms.gle/oKbX26tQXDNBhBdH6) so we can accommodate any dietary restrictions and folks who may bring guests. **For remote attendance:** Join us via the following [Zoom URL](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85792725779?pwd=5ksoFcvAjS9W5xzDbQNcHVYtZtsalz.1). **We want to hear from you!** Interested in speaking but unsure what to talk about? Interested in hearing a specific topic? We have compiled a list of potential topic ideas that members of the community are interested in learning more about. See: [this google spreadsheet for potential talk topic ideas.](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1V04BVMjjMrn3XrNXyeUn4EEfXMXH8j613e1ZEShwkGE/edit?usp=sharing) For moderation purposes, this spreadsheet is only available for comments and admins will add ideas from comments onto the list. Reach out to Michelle ([[email protected]](http://[email protected]/)) if you have any questions.

Join the **Elastic Chicago User Group** on **Thursday, February 26th** for a meetup. Terry Dupureur (Elastic) and Saurin Patel (Data Scientist) will present, followed by networking, refreshments, and pizza. *Thank you to [Improving](https://www.improving.com/locations/chicago/) for hosting our meetup. Improving is* *a modern* *digital services consulting firm focused on solving business problems with innovative technical solutions.* **RSVP Instructions:** Please provide your email when you register for this event. **Please bring an ID to the event for check-in.** 📅 **Date and Time:** Thursday, February 26th from 5:30-8:00 pm 📍 **Location:** Improving - 222 S Riverside Plaza 15th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606 **🚗 Parking:** * [SpotHero](https://spothero.com/search?kind=address&latitude=41.87850760000001&longitude=-87.63932179999999&search_string=222+South+Riverside+Plaza+15th+floor%2C+Chicago%2C+IL+60606%2C+USA&ends=2025-11-05T20%3A00&starts=2025-11-05T17%3A00&view=dl) is a great option to resvere parking in advance * Improving recommends the following parking garages: 229 S. Desplaines St (which is also the 625 W. Adams building), 500 West Monroe, and the outdoor lot at 718 W Monroe. 📝**Agenda:** * 5:30 PM – Doors open, grab a seat, and enjoy some pizza! * 6:00 PM – Welcome & Introduction by Improving * 6:05 PM – Building AI-Powered Search & RAG Systems with Elastic: From Logs to LLMs - Saurin Patel (Data Scientist) * 6:30 PM – Lightning talk & demo on Elastic Workflow Terry Dupureur (Elastic) * 7:00 - 7:30 PM – Networking & refreshments **Arrival Instructions:** * **Please bring an ID for check-in** * Upon arrival at 222 Riverside, check in at the **Improving table** * Take the elevator to the 15th floor - the meetup will be in the common area through the doors. 💭**Talk Abstracts:** **Building AI-Powered Search & RAG Systems with Elastic: From Logs to LLMs -** Saurin Patel (Data Scientist) *Modern AI systems are only as good as the data they can retrieve. In this talk, I’ll walk through how I’ve used Elastic as the backbone for AI-powered search and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems — combining logs, documents, and real-time signals with LLMs. We’ll cover practical indexing strategies, vector + hybrid search, relevance tuning, and lessons learned from deploying Elastic-backed AI systems in production.*

**Abstract:** The Advanced Photon Source (APS) is an X-ray light source at Argonne National Laboratory where researchers perform imaging, diffraction and spectroscopy experiments at 68 specialized beamlines. APS recently completed a major upgrade that made it the brightest synchrotron in the world and upgraded many of the beamlines to take advantage of the dramatically brighter, more coherent beam. These new capabilities are increasing the facility’s raw data production from <10 PB/year before the upgrade to >100 PB/year once all instruments are back online. To meet this data challenge, the APS Beamline Data Pipeline project team is partnering with beamline staff to develop and deploy science data pipelines that use a common set of open-source software tools (many written in Python) to link instruments with the Polaris supercomputer at the Argonne Leadership Computing Facility (ALCF) for data processing. This talk will describe the APS data systems, our file-based and streaming pipeline templates, and some of the open-source software we use to extract scientific insights from beamline data. **Audience Takeaway:** Open source Python data acquisition and analysis tools are ubiquitous at the APS. Many of the packages that are mentioned can be found at [https://github.com/AdvancedPhotonSource](https://github.com/AdvancedPhotonSource). This is a *hybrid* event. To attend online, join us on Zoom here at 6pm: [https://numfocus-org.zoom.us/j/89399976851?pwd=UEgMUZXdYmKdK1x1dIPL6hwUYnp7NW.1](https://numfocus-org.zoom.us/j/89399976851?pwd=UEgMUZXdYmKdK1x1dIPL6hwUYnp7NW.1) **Sponsor**: Grainger will provide the meeting site, as well as snacks for the onsite participants. * **Address:** 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza, 18th Floor, Chicago, IL 60654 * **Grainger's Overview:** W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broadline distributor with over $17 billion in revenue. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products and services delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Our machine learning team builds broadly across search, recommendations, product matching, computer vision, and generative AI. * **Logistics**: To access the Grainger office, we require **first and last names** of those who RSVP'd by **Feb 11**. Please take the main elevators at the center of the Mart. Attendees will then present their **IDs** when they arrive at the front desk on the 18th floor.