Cultural Heritage

💡 What are the career prospects for those looking to work between Italy and the Arab world? And which skills are needed to enter this fast-evolving sector? We organized a free event to answer these questions, so join us on **Tuesday, May 26 at 4:00 PM in room S.F. 014** at **Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore** for the event: “**New Commercial Opportunities between Italy and the Arab World: The Role of the Joint Italian Arab Chamber of Commerce**”. The event will feature Dr. Pietro Paolo Rampino, President of the Joint Italian Arab Chamber of Commerce, who will present his book *“Middle East and North Africa: Challenges and Opportunities in the Region of the Future”*, offering valuable insights into the economic and geopolitical dynamics shaping the region. We are also honored to welcome Walid Othman, Consul General of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Milan. The discussion will further explore the role of the Italian Arab Chamber of Commerce and the professional opportunities emerging in this increasingly strategic field. **Don’t miss this opportunity** to gain insights, expand your network and discover new international career paths 📈🌍

## La nostra Community Meetup si riunisce a Platmosphere! **[\[](www.platmosphere.com/register-now)[È richiesta la registrazione sul sito web](https://www.platmosphere.com/register-now?utm_source=Meetup+Community&utm_medium=LG&utm_campaign=Platmosphere)[\]](www.platmosphere.com/register-now)** Platmosphere, l'evento di riferimento su Developer Experience e Platform Transformation, quest'anno è interamente dedicato al tema **"Master The Vibe"**. Unisciti a noi in persona a **Milano** per una giornata intera di immersione gratuita in questi ambiti. Le quattro tracce tematiche approfondiscono ogni aspetto dell'**AI nel ciclo di vita del software (SDLC)**, spaziando tra casi d'uso reali, impatti di business e ROI, framework pratici e workshop hands-on sulle ultime tecnologie. Il filo conduttore: come possiamo **ripensare lo sviluppo** per coniugare velocità e fiducia nell'era del vibe engineering. Platmosphere riunisce chi sta rendendo concreto questo equilibrio: partecipa anche tu alla conversazione! > **Ottieni il tuo biglietto gratuito ora: [platmosphere.com/register-now](https://www.platmosphere.com/register-now?utm_source=Meetup+Community&utm_medium=LG&utm_campaign=Platmosphere)** ### Perché partecipare Scopri cosa funziona davvero, confrontati con i tuoi peer e porta a casa framework pratici e validati, dagli sviluppatori che cercano agilità ai leader che vogliono risultati concreti. La tua piattaforma, il tuo ritmo – adesso! Domina il cambiamento (**Master The Vibe**) e trasforma le promesse dell'AI in production-ready software. *** ### **NOTA IMPORTANTE** Platmosphere è una conferenza gratuita di un'intera giornata che si terrà a **Milano**. Per assicurarti un posto, ti preghiamo di registrarti su **[platmosphere.com](https://www.platmosphere.com/register-now?utm_source=Meetup+Community&utm_medium=LG&utm_campaign=Platmosphere)**. Tieni presente che la sola adesione (RSVP) su Meetup non è valida per l'ingresso; **è necessaria la registrazione ufficiale tramite il sito web.**

🎤Super international event in Milan: English Standup Comedy Open Mic!🎤 Show will be on **EVERY Tuesday** at Ostello Bello Centrale. If you see on this app only you are going, don't worry about it, we have multiple channels to post our events and we've been organizing shows for three years, we always have a big crowd where you can meet lots of friends!! We also encourage people to go on the stage for a free drink if you have funny stories or jokes! It is a free entry but **donation based** show, leave us your donations at the end of the show so we can keep English standup comedy going in Milan. Follow us on instagram: **yellowdicomedy**

**Urban Readings #3 — Designing Disorder: Experiments and Disruptions in the City" by Pablo Sendra and Richard Sennett** Urban Readings is a monthly book club in Milan exploring cities through different lenses - design, architecture, sociology, politics, history, technology and many others. Join our Whatsapp group to stay in touch: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cg4VAgGK1T51mUeSIu7zWM?mode=gi_t For this meeting, we will discuss **Designing Disorder: Experiments and Disruptions in the City" by Pablo Sendra and Richard Sennett**, where they propose that instead of over-planning cities, we should design for openness, flexibility, and “productive disorder” to create more democratic, lively, and adaptable urban spaces. **Duration:** \~2 hours **Who can join:** anyone interested in cities and urban life **Language:** English

**Sip & Paint @ QUO Bar** **Every Tuesday at 19:00 we meet at QUO Bar** for a relaxed and creative evening: a drink in your hand, some colors on the table, and good conversations with new people. Sip & Paint is perfect if you want to take a break from the routine, meet people and spend a different kind of evening. **No painting skills are needed** and there are no rules, the idea is simply to have fun, relax and be a little creative. **The cost is 15€ per person and includes:** • 1 drink • 1 aperitivo (snacks & bites) • all the materials needed for the activity Come alone or with friends, you’ll always find someone to sit with, chat and share the evening. **Every Tuesday — 19:00** **QUO Bar** \- Porta Romana\, Milan

**Architectural tests and fitness functions in practice** Perché, nonostante le buone intenzioni, l'architettura di un sistema tende a deteriorarsi nel tempo? Come possiamo evitare che il design perda la sua integrità man mano che il progetto evolve? In questo meetup, esploreremo insieme come trasformare l’architettura da un concetto teorico a una realtà misurabile e protetta. **Attraverso un mix di discussione attiva ed esempi pratici**, affronteremo insieme tre sfide cruciali : * **Guard rail** : Come possiamo implementare vincoli automatici che mantengano il controllo sull'architettura direttamente nella pipeline * **Consapevolezza** : Come assicurarsi che le scelte architetturali siano condivise e comprese da tutto il team, evitando l'accumulo di "debito decisionale"? * **Monitoraggio** : È possibile misurare oggettivamente il deterioramento strutturale e intervenire prima che il costo del cambiamento diventi insostenibile? Vi aspettiamo per mettere a confronto le nostre esperienze e scoprire come utilizzare Architectural Tests e Fitness Functions per preservare la salute del software nel tempo **Link Telegram** [https://t.me/codingbunker](https://t.me/codingbunker) ​ **Programma** 18:30 - Accredito ​​19:00 - Breve presentazione della community ​​19:15 - Inizio sessione ​​20:15 - Q&A ​​20:30 - Networking **Nota legale** Partecipando all’evento, l’utente autorizza gli organizzatori a effettuare riprese fotografiche e video e a utilizzare il materiale raccolto per finalità di comunicazione, promozione e documentazione delle attività legate a Coding Bunker e alla community

Practice **framing**—using elements like arches, doorways, or street greenery to create a "frame within a frame"—with a **cinematic, urban, and architectural vibe**. Walk, shoot, and connect with photographers & creators as we move from **Piazza del Duomo** into **Brera**. Beginners, enthusiasts, and pros — all are welcome. –––––––––– **EVENT DETAILS** **Location:** Piazza del Duomo → Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II → Brera District **Date:** 30.05.2026 **Time:** 18:00 – 20:00 **Meeting Point:** [Giacomo Caffè (Palazzo Reale) ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/nGoshCx8gxyXSZgU9) **Address:** P.za del Duomo, 12, 20121 Milano MI, Italy –––––––––– **EVENT FLOW** **18:00** \| Meet & Connect We’ll gather at the meeting point, introduce ourselves, and warm up creatively. **18:15** \| Main Walk Exploring Milan with a different perspective by applying framing to each shot. **20:00** → Optional dinner or drinks nearby in Brera. –––––––––– **IMPORTANT** This isn’t a class. It’s not a tour. It’s a creative meetup. We’ll walk. We’ll shoot. We’ll connect. –––––––––– **WHAT TO EXPECT** Bring your: • Film camera • Digital camera • Smartphone • Curiosity Whether you're a beginner, seasoned photographer, content creator, or just creatively curious — you’re welcome here. Come solo or bring friends. Spots are limited — reserve your place ASAP. –––––––––– **STAY CONNECTED** 📍 Join our [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BuLiMWsODoXLO4zamO358R?mode=gi_t) for live location & updates. 📸 Follow [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity) and tag us in your photos. –––––––––– ABOUT TAKE A PHOTO WALK Founded in Barcelona in July 2024, Take a Photo Walk connects photographers and creators around the world through real-life creative experiences. Now Milan is part of the story. –––––––––– Catch the golden hour light reflecting off the Duomo. See you in Milan. 📸

Are you ready to meet new people, practice your spoken english and spanish, have a drink and enjoy the evening in a different way? Let's meet up at 19.00 at Pacino cafè for aperitivo, cocktails and for a new evening together !!! Every Saturday night other groups from meetup, tablo and Instagram are coming and with them you will have the possibility of interacting in English, Italian and Spanish 💯 Therefore the number of participants you see registered here is only one part that is coming just from this group 🤩 To find out exactly how many we are, you can contact the organizers a few hours before the event 💌 Aperitivo euro 11 Siete pronti a conoscere nuove persone, conversare in inglese e spagnolo, bere qualcosa e godervi la serata in modo diverso? Ci vediamo alle 19:00 al Pacino cafè per un aperitivo con cocktail e per una nuova serata insieme!!! Ogni sabato sera si uniranno altri gruppi di meetup, tablo e Instagram, con i quali avrete la possibilità di interagire in inglese, italiano e spagnolo 💯 Pertanto, il numero di partecipanti che vedete registrati qui è solo una parte, ossia quelli che provengono solo da questo gruppo 🤩 Per scoprire esattamente quanti siamo, potete contattare gli organizzatori qualche ora prima dell'evento 💌 Aperitivo euro 11

Picture this: a cozy picnic in the heart of Parco Sempione, surrounded by nature, a glass of wine in hand, and a paintbrush ready to bring your creativity to life! Get comfy on soft blankets and cushions as you enjoy a fun and relaxed painting session, perfect for unwinding, making new friends, and creating something beautiful—no experience needed! Our friendly instructors will guide you step by step, making sure everyone has a fabulous time. By the end of the session, you’ll take home your very own masterpiece and a heart full of happy memories! **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

Welcome to the Thursday English Aperitivo! The perfect place to speak in English and meet some interesting people from all over the world. Everyone is welcome to come and join in some conversation whilst enjoying a drink and a bite to eat in a friendly, easy going atmosphere. Don't worry about your level of English, the most important thing is to have fun! My name is Diana and I'm from England I'll be there to help you with your English and make you feel at home. I have been an English teacher in Milan for many years. Just come to Pacino Cafe on Thursday and ask for Diana or the English Aperitivo. I can't wait to meet you! Drink and aperitivo 11 euro

Torna anche quest’anno **Isola Suonifera** Isola Suonifera è un evento mensile organizzato in collaborazione con lo Slow Mill, che vede il maestro di percussioni Kal Dos Santos e la sua compagnia Toc Toc Officina del Ritmo animare le strade del quartiere con un corteo musicale. Passeggiando tra le vie, i musicisti inviteranno passanti, residenti, bambini e chiunque voglia unirsi, a ballare e gioire insieme al ritmo delle percussioni. Al termine del corteo, l’evento si sposterà allo Slow Mill, dove sarà servito un pranzo a offerta libera con piatti tipici della tradizione afrobrasiliana. **Chi è Kal Dos Santos?** Kal Dos Santos è un attore e musicista brasiliano, diplomato alla Scuola di Musica e Arte Scenica dell’Università Federal di Bahia, dove ha iniziato la sua carriera professionale, specializzandosi in percussioni e canto. Dopo essersi trasferito a Milano nel 1990, ha fondato l’Associazione Culturale Mitoka Samba nel 1991, la prima orchestra di percussioni afrobrasiliane della città, di cui è ancora oggi direttore artistico. Kal è anche ideatore e organizzatore dell’evento “Arrastão di Yemanjá”, un corteo ritmico dedicato alla Dea del Mare, patrocinato dal Comune di Milano. Presso Slow Mill, Kal cura laboratori musicali per adulti e bambini e realizza spettacoli che celebrano la cultura afrobrasiliana. **Programma dell’evento:** 12:30 – 13:30 Corteo musicale per le strade del quartiere 13:30 – 14:30 Pranzo a offerta libera con piatti tipici afrobrasiliani 14:30 – 16:00 Concerto di musica dal vivo Slow Mill è gestito dall’Associazione “Dora e Pajtimit” APS. Il tesseramento all’Associazione, del costo di 5€, è obbligatorio e ha la durata di 1 anno. Per il pre-tesseramento: **[bit.ly/sociodep](http://bit.ly/sociodep)**

*For our May events, we're partnering with* ***[Wayla](https://www.wayla.it/app/)*** *so attendees from Milan can come to Monza and back to Milan using the van-sharing platform.* ***Use the code* EXPAT20 *for 20% off in your rides!*** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- Hey there! On **Friday, May 29th**, let's meet at En3 from **20:00** for an English quiz night and social night! ***The quiz starts at 21:00!*** Bring all your friends, and the event is free - you pay for what you consume. 🌟 **Location:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/pyoFjL2hssxsVZCz5 **Address:** Via Volturno, 4, 20900 Monza MB **Start time:** 20:00 **Instagram for DM and info:** https://www.instagram.com/whatsupmonza **\- Matthew**

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Ciao a tutt\*! Let's meet Monday at 6.30pm at the Upper Arlington Library (**Tremont** Branch) in **Meeting Room A** to speak in Italian for 1 hour.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan