AVL Digital Nomads

October 2026 Selection - Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk
Amazon - GoodReads

In a remote Polish village, Janina devotes the dark winter days to studying astrology, translating the poetry of William Blake, and taking care of the summer homes of wealthy Warsaw residents. Her reputation as a crank and a recluse is amplified by her not-so-secret preference for the company of animals over humans. Then a neighbor, Big Foot, turns up dead. Soon other bodies are discovered, in increasingly strange circumstances. As suspicions mount, Janina inserts herself into the investigation, certain that she knows whodunit. If only anyone would pay her mind . . .

A deeply satisfying thriller cum fairy tale, Drive Your Plow over the Bones of the Dead is a provocative exploration of the murky borderland between sanity and madness, justice and tradition, autonomy and fate. Whom do we deem sane? it asks. Who is worthy of a voice?

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Welcome to our monthly Book Club! We’re a small, friendly group that gets together for fun, thoughtful conversations about a different book each month.

Finished the whole book? Great. Only made it through a few chapters? Still come. Didn’t read it at all but the discussion sounds interesting? Honestly, you’re welcome too.
We meet on the first Tuesday of every month.

One of the best things about this group is that we keep it relatively small and guide the conversation, so it doesn’t turn into three people talking while everyone else quietly questions their life choices. Everyone has a chance to jump in, share their thoughts, and explore the book’s characters, themes, writing, and bigger ideas.

You definitely don’t need to be a literary expert. Whether you read constantly or you’re trying to get back into it, this is a relaxed place to discover new books, hear different perspectives, and meet some great people along the way.

Alan Nehemy, founder of Metamorphosis Worldwide, shows how to hand a real weekly job to AI and let it do the work: a task that runs on a schedule, uses your own notes and files, and comes back to you for approval, instead of you having to remember to ask.
You'll see it built live, then pick one job from your own week to hand over.
Best for people who already use AI and want it to take work off their plate, not just answer questions. Bring a laptop with Claude or ChatGPT open.

What to Bring

1. A laptop (preferred) or tablet/smartphone.
2. An account created on ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini.
3. Optional: A buddy or co-founder! (If you don't have a laptop, we will pair you up).

Event Agenda
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Networking, Drinks & Setup
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: presentation

Special discount on ADN engraved Pirani cups!
Get $10 off our 5th anniversary customized ADN Pirani cups! Available in 16oz, 26oz, and 32oz sizes, you can select yours directly at this event.

General Event Info
AI Hacks and Hops is a monthly event tailored for non-technical professionals, entrepreneurs, marketers, engineers, or anyone who wants to explore and discuss how to use AI.

Each gathering will feature presentations, stimulating group discussions, and a relaxed atmosphere for enjoying your favorite brews while delving into the world of AI. Topics will range from AI integration in business processes, marketing, content creation, software, ethical considerations, human-AI collaboration strategies, to the latest advancements in AI technology. The informal setting encourages open dialogue, idea exchange, and fosters a collaborative spirit.

Here is the full menu here, vegetarian options are available.
Make sure to look for our ADN table sign!

As this is a capped lunch social, if you find you can't attend after registering please cancel so those on the wait list may join.

Looking forward to seeing you!