Latest Events in Vienna(July Updated)

Join us for a discussion between romance authors April Asher and Tif Marcelo to celebrate the recent release of both of their respective novels, A Simple Twist of Fate and Love Letters from the Trail. They will cover all things re: romantic fiction, from romantasy vs. romantic fantasy to more contemporary romance and rom-coms. Books will be on sale during the event, and the authors will be signing copies after their discussion and audience Q&A. The event will take place at Bards Alley Bookshop on Saturday, May 23rd at 5:00pm. We hope to see you there! About A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE: A witch and a shifter get a second chance at love in this new paranormal romantic comedy from USA Today Bestselling author April Asher. At the bright-eyed age of eighteen, witch Harlow “Harry” Pierce attended her first Fates Haven Finding Ceremony certain the Blue Willow Wisp would lead her to her Fated match, her cougar shifter boyfriend, Jaxon Atwood. But Fate had other plans, guiding her best friend to him instead. With a broken heart, all her belongings, and a vow to never return, Harry did the only thing a broken-hearted witch could do. Run. Thirteen years later, she returns to her magical hometown—with her half-human, half-shifter goddaughter in tow—hoping that not only would the town work its magic on the troubled teenager, but that the local Alpha of the Rocky Mountain Pack could help Grace identify—and control—her fiery abilities. Jaxon Atwood was a shifter of few words and even less patience… until his mother retired as Alpha of the Rocky Mountain Pack and left the running of things to him. It’s a headache he didn’t need, and one that brought the witch who’d ripped his heart from his chest knocking on his door. Ever since the disappearance of the town’s Fate Witch over a decade ago, Fates Haven’s magic has been slowly going haywire. There hasn’t been a Fated Match made in thirteen years, putting the town in serious jeopardy of losing its title of Most Fated Mates Per Population. But now, something is stirring in Fates Haven, Colorado, and it smells like the past, tastes like change, and looks like A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE. About LOVE LETTERS FROM THE TRAIL: Military widow Evangeline Espiritu’s world turns topsy-turvy the minute wealthy Cruz Forrester invades the peaceful hiking trail behind her bucolic Virginia bed-and-breakfast. With the privacy of her business at stake, at least she has her trail pen pal, Rolling Stone, to pour her heart out to! After surviving cancer, Cruz is at a crossroads. And whatever he does seems to exasperate the attractive Filipina host, who’s alternately infuriating…and intriguing. His only outlet as the duo begins to spar? Writing to his captivating trail correspondent, Blue Moon—whose persona on the page starts to seem awfully familiar as Cruz’s battles with Eva soon blossom into something magical neither of them expected… Information Source: Bards Alley Bookshop | eventbrite

Join Melinda Pitchford (SAIC), Eric Gonzales (HigherEchelon), and our May sponsors, SAIC and AWS, for our Department of Veterans Affairs Industry Happy Hour! Wednesday May 28, 2025 from 5:00pm-8:00pm. This Department of Veterans Affairs-focused networking event will give attendees a chance to mingle, share information and have fun! Location: BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse 8027 Leesburg Pike STE 100, Vienna, VA 22182 Questions? Melinda Pitchford (melinda.pitchford@saic.com) Eric Gonzales (eric.gonzales@higherechelon.com) Information Source: Eric Gonzales & Melinda Pitchford | eventbrite

Welcome to Flower Fest ! Join us for a bloomin' good time at Vienna's first flower celebration at the Home of the Adlers . Get ready to learn techniques from three talented designers using all locally grown flowers and greenery. Enjoy a catered lunch and guided meditation. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn how to create beauty and peace in your life! Information Source: I Can Buy Myself Flowers | eventbrite

The SPE Europe Energy Conference & Exhibition 2025, set to unfold in the vibrant city of Vienna from June 10 to June 12, promises to be a pivotal gathering for industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders in the energy sector. Nestled in the heart of Austria, this prestigious event will serve as a melting pot of ideas, fostering discussions on the latest advancements and challenges in the energy landscape. With Vienna's rich history and cultural allure providing a fitting backdrop, attendees will delve into cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and strategic collaborations. The conference will feature insightful keynote speeches, interactive panel discussions, and an expansive exhibition showcasing groundbreaking products and services. As the energy industry continues to evolve, the SPE Europe Energy Conference & Exhibition 2025 stands as a beacon for those seeking to navigate the future of energy with innovation and foresight.

CSW Presents: Dads & Drams- Father's Day at the Tower Club Why stress about planning something on actual Father’s Day? Join us early for an evening of elevated relaxation, style, and unforgettable indulgence at the Tower Club Tysons. This isn’t your average Father’s Day celebration—it’s a luxury pre-celebration honoring National Bourbon Day, crafted for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Whether you're a bourbon enthusiast, a cigar aficionado, or simply in the mood for good vibes, great company, and sophisticated entertainment, this evening has it all. Guests: $110 (Guest registration via Eventbrite ) Registration Required (24-hour cancellation policy applies for Members and Guests) Information Source: The Tower Club Tysons Corner | eventbrite

Join us at Bards Alley for a discussion between author and former CIA intelligence officer Christina Hillsberg and the Badass Women's Book Club founder Gina Warner. They will be in conversation about Christina's newest release, Agents of Change: The Women Who Transformed the CIA, an exploration of the pioneering women who changed the world of espionage, from the 1960s to present-day. The event will take place at Bards Alley Bookshop in Vienna, VA on Thursday, June 26th at 6:00PM. You may reserve a book under your name as an add-on, but additional copies will be available for purchase during the event, and Christina will be signing copies after her discussion. About the book: Years after her successful and impactful career at the CIA, Christina Hillsberg became enthralled with the stories of the trailblazing women who forged new paths within the Agency long before she began her career there in the aughts. These were women who sacrificed their personal lives, risked their safety, defied expectations, and boldly navigated the male-dominated spy organization. Through exclusive interviews with current and former female CIA officers, many of whom have never spoken publicly, Agents of Change tells an enthralling and, at times, disturbing story set against the backdrop of the evolving women’s movement. It was in the 1960s, a “secretarial” era, when women first gained a foothold and pushed against the one-dimensional, pop-culture trope of the sexy Cold War Bond Girl. Underestimated but undaunted, they fought their way, decade by decade, through adversity to the top of the spy game. Seamlessly weaving together the individual stories of these exceptional women, Hillsberg deftly tackles not just the fight for gender equality at the CIA but also the current dilemma the Agency faces when dealing with the culmination of a decades-long culture of sexual harassment and assault. Each chapter sheds a light on women’s issues during a different decade before bringing to life the stories of female CIA operations officers whose experiences were emblematic of that given era. In this fascinating and empowering chronicle, Hillsberg takes readers inside the Agency in a way that’s never been done before, paying long-overdue tribute to the survivors and thrivers, the indispensable groundbreakers, and the defiant rabble-rousers who made the choice to change their lives and, in turn, changed history. Information Source: Bards Alley Bookshop | eventbrite

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Please note, our full SAFe training calendar as well as live chat to help you choose the right training and/or alternate dates can be found on our website here: SAFe Training Delivering Value through Effective Program Increment Execution What skills do you need to deliver value in a Lean enterprise? The SAFe® Product Owner and SAFe® Product Manager (POPM) course covers the tactical responsibilities of these roles in the Agile Release Train. The course also gives you the guidance and tools you need to work effectively in remote environments with distributed teams. Learn how product owners and product managers should work together to achieve the best possible customer and business outcomes. The SAFe POPM course will teach you how to adopt a customer-centric approach to building products, using Scaled Agile Framework® to deliver more value, faster. Topics covered in this course include the daily role of POs and PMs; collaborating with engineering teams and business stakeholders; how to write epics, features, and stories; and how to design, prioritize, build, test, and deliver products with increased productivity and higher quality. SAFe® POPM answers the questions: How do POs and PMs plan and execute work during a PI? How do you integrate a customer-centric mindset to deliver products customers want? How do you connect SAFe Lean-Agile principles and values to the PO/PM roles? What’s included: Course materials Access to SAFe® Collaborate, a visual online workspace One-year membership to the SAFe® Community Platform Access to content, tools, and resources you need to practice SAFe every day SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager certification exam Attendees learn: How to perform the role of a PO and a PM on a daily basis. How to put the customer at the center of your design, build, and test process. How to prepare for and lead PI Planning. How to decompose Epics to Features and Features to Stories. How to collaborate with Agile teams to forecast work. Exam & SAFe POPM Training certification Details: SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager Training Exam Details Please note, our full SAFe training calendar as well as live chat to help you choose the right training and/or alternate dates can be found on our website here: SAFe Training Information Source: AGILEST® | eventbrite