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Do you want to kick your public speaking skills up a couple of notches? Join Cairo Toastmasters and practice public speaking with professional speakers from all over the world to ace your next presentation. Please join our whatsapp group to receive the invitation and meeting details. https://chat.whatsapp.com/DDkLoUWtGFiHLA6KWoyhyo What's Cairo Toastmasters? A Toastmasters meeting is a learn-by-doing event in which participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. Through a series of 11 self-paced speaking assignments designed to put a basic foundation in public speaking, you'll learn how to express yourself, and deliver presentations, also you will get to develop your leadership and communication skills. Why join Cairo Toastmasters? Toastmasters will give you a GROWING experience once you decide to join the club. With more than 700,000 active members in more than 16,000 clubs all over the world improving their public speaking and communication skills, you'll be a part of a global network of success. A fee of 100 LE is collected from all guests.

Do you want to kick your public speaking skills up a couple of notches? Join Cairo Toastmasters and practice public speaking with professional speakers from all over the world to ace your next presentation. Please join our whatsapp group to receive the invitation and meeting details. https://chat.whatsapp.com/DDkLoUWtGFiHLA6KWoyhyo What's Cairo Toastmasters? A Toastmasters meeting is a learn-by-doing event in which participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. Through a series of 11 self-paced speaking assignments designed to put a basic foundation in public speaking, you'll learn how to express yourself, and deliver presentations, also you will get to develop your leadership and communication skills. Why join Cairo Toastmasters? Toastmasters will give you a GROWING experience once you decide to join the club. With more than 700,000 active members in more than 16,000 clubs all over the world improving their public speaking and communication skills, you'll be a part of a global network of success. A fee of 100 LE is collected from all guests.

*Exposure Don’t Pay the Rent. So Why Do Creatives Still Say Yes?* *الإكسبوجر ما بيدفعش الإيجار. طب ليه المبدعين لسه بيقولوا آه؟* Because the answer isn’t simple. لأن الإجابة مش بسيطة. Sometimes free work is a trap. أوقات الشغل ببلاش بيبقى فخ. Sometimes it’s the beginning of something real. وأوقات بيبقى بداية لحاجة حقيقية. Sometimes it’s exploitation. أوقات بيبقى استغلال. Sometimes it’s a strategic investment in your future. وأوقات بيبقى استثمار استراتيجي في مستقبلك. This meetup is about the grey zone no one defines clearly enough. الميت أب ده عن المنطقة الرمادية اللي محدش بيعرف يحددها بوضوح كفاية. We’re bringing artists and freelancers together to debate: هنجمع فنانين ومستقلين عشان نفتح نقاش حقيقي عن: * when “exposure” is actually useful * إمتى يكون الـ "exposure" فعلًا مفيد * when collaboration becomes soft exploitation * وإمتى التعاون يتحول لاستغلال ناعم * whether unpaid work can ever be worth it * وهل الشغل من غير مقابل ممكن فعلًا يبقى مستاهل * and how to tell the difference before you say yes * وإزاي تفرق بينهم قبل ما تقول آه If you’ve ever questioned your value, your boundaries, or the true cost of saying “yes for now,” this conversation is for you. لو عمرك سألت نفسك عن قيمتك، أو حدودك، أو الثمن الحقيقي لإنك تقول "ماشي مؤقتًا"، فالنقاش ده معمول ليك. 📅 Date | التاريخ: Saturday 11/4/2026 ⏰ Time | الوقت: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 📍Location | المكان: Coworker - Heliopolis Limited spots - Reserve your spot أماكن محدودة - احجز مكانك https://forms.gle/xJhLJ6cR5fNopHMY7 See you in the room. 🙏🏻

let's play board games and socialize Fee is 100 EGP Location Safari 2000 cafe in strip one mall https://maps.app.goo.gl/cFtyLZNJjzTWeGKb7 Whatsapp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/KTo8YmYDuLj7uEe4slwMq3 For any enquiries contact 011 42661053

In a world full of masks that ask you to be everything, Talent Rise Academy is your safe space. No masks. No pressure. No judgment. You are safe, seen, and accepted — just as you are. ### **Healing Circle** **What You’ll Experience:** * Connection, Reflection & Healing * Unleash the masks & release the pressure * Safe, authentic Sharing & Listening from heart to hear * Guided exercises & deep questions to release emotions * Shared presence in a supportive circle **Circle Details:** * ⚠️ Limited slots for a very small group of authentic Souls, just like you! * 📍 Venue: [New Cairo, 5th settlement] * 💰 Investment: 500 Egp regular price, 400 EGP students. * Variety of Free Hot Drinks * 📅 11th of April on Saturday at 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (Extending 30 mins if needed) CAI Timezone **What to Bring:** ✏️ A pencil & notebook to capture your reflections **Reserve your seat**: https://ipn.eg/S/ahlamnabilali/instapay/7s0481 *All bookings are non-refundable as spots are strictly limited.* **Contact us:** https://www.instagram.com/TalentRiseAcademy/

🌅 Enjoy a full mountain experience with amazing Sunset view in Saint Catherine during this long weekend 🌄 What could be better than having a great weekend multi day adventure with different group activities? 💯Ladies and gentlemen get ready for: 🌟 Saint Catherine 2 days / 1 nights trip from Cairo in Egypt ✨ The trip includes: ✅ Camping on the mountains, sky, nature, silence and clean air🌄 ✅ Moussa Mountain top hiking enjoying sunrise ✅ Free walk through valley of Talaa ✅ Camp fire with like minded people 🔥 ✅ 1 Dinner + 2 Breakfast for the two days 🍗🍔 ✅ A private car will be available for us 🚙 ֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍ 🦕 The First day landmarks: • St.Catherine monastery • Holy valley • Blessed bush tree • St.catherine church 🦕 The second day landmarks: • Mouses mountain hiking & climbing ֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍ **The Program details:** 1\. Meet at Tahrir square At 10:00 pm arriving at 6am to check in the camp having the breakfast then we visit the monastery then Valley free walking with Bedioun dinner around camp fire in the evening to get ready for Mouses mountain hiking by 1am to reach mountain top enjoying sunrise ✨ Get the bus back to Cairo at 5pm to reach before Saturday 7am ֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍ ⚡ The offer price 3500 EGP Including 🔥 (5000EGP for Non - Egyptians) 👌 Transportation from Cairo to Saint Catherine 👌 2 Breakfast & 1 Dinner 👌 Accommodation in double rooms in the camp 👌 Guiding through the trip exploring landmarks history 👌 1 Mineral water, 1 tea 👌 1 Snack ֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍ **Reservation, Refund and Cancellation:** • For reservation & information contact us on WhatsApp. 00201080430150 or [https://wa.me/message/Q56QKHVGY7HVN1](https://wa.me/message/Q56QKHVGY7HVN1) ✅ Payment through Instapay bank account or Vodafone cash on: 01080430150 🚀 Early booking till March 30th : 3000EGP ♥️ Regular booking till April 6th: 3500EGP 🏃‍♂️ Last minute till the day of trip: 4000EGP • For 100% refund, please cancel 7days before event, No refund for 3days cancellation • Deposit: at least 50% Five days before the trip • Ask for promo code, if you are 7 travelers or more 🤩 ֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍ **Necessary things to bring with you:** ✅ Id or passport ✅ Power bank or charger ✅ Debit card and Cash money ✅ Slipper or Sandals or Sneakers ✅ Swimwear + Sunglasses + Sunscreen ✅ Hair brush + Teeth brush + Ice cap + Scarf ✅ Two bags (backpack + bag) ■ Warm clothes (it is cool in the evening) ■ Long sleeves (so you don't get sunburn) ■ Toilet wipes (there is no toilet in safari) ♥️ Please list any missing items 😹 ֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍ **Important Notes to keep:** • There's poor to weak signal during hiking • The bathrooms is sharing • The program is to be slightly changes • Transportation using Hiace Toyota • Road trip= 6 : 7 Hrs ֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍ **Social media channels:** ✨ Find us on Instagram: [@Greencampegypt](https://www.instagram.com/greencampegypt/) ✨ Event group link: [Whatsapp events group link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JEuBVocq4DL22WdnOmt54d) ✨ Last trips link: [Youtube Video](https://youtu.be/Mu9FwB96L5E?si=76Q_ToS_Ts-pFII4)

**Enjoy a full desert camping experience two hours from the city. 🌄** What could be better than having a great weekend one day adventure, multi-stop private tour with different group activities? starting from 7:00 AM in Tahrir square till 11:30PM 👌 Get ready for: ✨**Fayoum oasis desert camping**🤩✨ **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** 🦕 **The Program details :** ✅ Visit Fayoum oasis and other natural attractions ✅ Passing by ancient Qarun Lake, spot birds ✅ Having the breakfast of (Feter, Honey, Cheese) ✅ Tunis village visit with hands-on pottery activity ✅ Get a peek at waterfalls in the protected area of Wadi El-Rayan ✅ Enjoying short felucca ride ✅ Dig into an Egyptian-style lunch overlooking Magic Lake ✅ (1/4 Chicken barbecue, Rice, Vegetables, Salad) ✅ Camping experience till sunset with bonfire in the desert Playing games and practicing funny activities🧮 **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **⚡ The offer price 900 EGP** **(1500 for Non - Egyptians) Including** 🔥 👌 Transportation from Cairo to Fayoum and vice versa 👌 Breakfast & Dinner through the trip 👌 Boat trip in Qaroun lake 👌 Accommodation in camp 👌 Guiding through the trip exploring landmarks history 👌 Mineral water, tea 👌 Snack (fruit or corn) **Optional with extra cost:** ✅ Safari 4x4 around magic lake (250EGP) ✅ Horse riding on magic lake (150EGP) ✅ Overnight camping, double tents (700EGP) ✅ Second day breakfast (150EGP) ✅ Wadi Hitan visit 300EGP (800EGP for Non Egyptians) **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **Reservation, Refund and Cancellation:** • For reservation & information contact us on WhatsApp. **00201080430150 or** [https://wa.me/message/Q56QKHVGY7HVN1](https://wa.me/message/Q56QKHVGY7HVN1) ✅ **Payment through** Instapay bank account or Vodafone cash **on: 01080430150** • **For 100% refund**, please cancel **7days** before event, where No refund for **3days** cancellation 🚀**Early booking** till a week before the trip: **900 EGP** ♥️Regular booking till 2 days before the trip: 1100 EGP 🏃‍♂️ Last minute till the day of trip: 1300 EGP • Deposit: at least 50% three days before the trip • Ask for promo code, if you are **10 travelers or more** 🤩 **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **Necessary things to bring with you:✨️** ✅ Id or passport ✅ Power bank or charger ✅ Debit card and Cash money ✅ Slipper or Sandals or Sneakers ✅ Sunglasses + Sunscreen ✅ Hair brush + Teeth brush + Ice cap + Scarf ✅ Two bags (backpack + bag) ■ Warm clothes (it is cool in the evening) ■ Long sleeves (so you don't get sunburn) ■ Toilet wipes (there is no toilet in safari) **♥️ Please list any missing items 😹** **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **Important Notes to keep:** • Accommodation in camp • Transportation using bus or private car 🚗 • Road trip = 2 to 3 hours from Cairo to Fayoum • The program is to be slightly change **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **Social media channels:** **✨️**Find us on Instagram: [@Greencampegypt](https://www.instagram.com/greencampegypt/) **✨️**Event group link: [Whatsapp events group link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JEuBVocq4DL22WdnOmt54d) **✨️**Last trips link: [Instagram Reel](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPO9HZuAWaT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) • Tell us if you need to customize a trip for your group • Don’t miss our **fall collections of 2026** for outings & trips

Enjoy a full desert experience with amazing Sunset Oases in Siwa during weekend vacation through a 4 days / 3 nights trip starting from Thursday evening 11pm ending on Tuesday 7am🌅 **🌄** What could be better than having a great weekend multi daytrip adventure with different group activities? 💯 Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for: 🌟 **Siwa Oases Four days / Three nights trip from Cairo in Egypt** ✨ Meeting at Tahrir square on 9:00 pm and heading to Siwa arriving at 6am. After check in the hotel, we will have the breakfast to get ready for first day of the adventure. ✨ We have many activities and places to visit during our trip. Also it is preferred to make a time for group and another for individuals. So help to make it done successfully! ✨ After finishing third day visits, we will get a free tour in the city to buy salt products ✨ Get the bus back to Cairo at 9pm to reach before 6am **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **The trip includes:** **🦕 The First day landmarks:** • Shali Castle • View the dead Mountain • Magical sunset from Fetnas Island **🦕 The second day landmarks:** • Safari at Bahr • Dakrour Mountain • Salt lakes and Cleopatra's eye **🦕 The third day landmarks:** • Temple of Amun • Oracle temple 🛕 • Salt cave • Sunset from Breeze Island 🏝 **🦕 The fourth day landmarks:** • Sulfur eyes and cold eyes • Bedouin party **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **⚡ The offer price 6500 EGP Including** 🔥 **(9500EGP for Non Egyptian)** 👌 Transportation from Cairo to Siwa and vice versa 👌 Internal transportation 👌 Accommodation in hotel 👌 Breakfast & Dinner for 3 days 👌 Guiding through the trip exploring landmarks history. 👌 **Safari at Bahr Alremal by 4x4 cars (Optional 900EGP)** 👌 Salt cave session. (Optional 300EGP) 👌 Bedouin party (Optional 300EGP) 👌 English activities with a professional all day. 👌 **Unlimited refills of mineral water, tea and coffee.** 👌 Snacks **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **Reservation, Refund and Cancellation:** • For reservation & information contact us on WhatsApp. **01080430150 or** [https://wa.me/message/Q56QKHVGY7HVN1](https://wa.me/message/Q56QKHVGY7HVN1) ✅**Payment through** Instapay or Vodafone cash **on: 01080430150** 🚀**Early booking** till a week before the trip: **EGP 5500** ♥️Regular booking till 2 days before the trip: EGP 6500 🏃‍♂️ Last minute till the day of trip: EGP 7500 • **For 100% refund**, please cancel **7days** before event where No refund for **3days** cancellation • Deposit: at least 50% three days before the trip • Ask for promo code, if you are **10 travelers or more** 🤩 **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **Necessary things to bring with you:✨️** ✅ Id or passport ✅power bank or charger ✅Debit card and Cash money ✅Slipper or Sandals or Sneakers ✅Swimwear + Sunglasses + Sunscreen ✅Hair brush + Teeth brush + Ice cap + Scarf ✅Two bags (backpack + bag) ■ Warm clothes (it is cool in the evening) ■ Long sleeves (so you don't get sunburn) ■ Toilet wipes (there is no toilet in safari) **♥️ Please list any missing items 😹** **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **Important Notes to keep:** • Accommodation in Double rooms • Transportation using Hiace Toyota • Road trip = 8 to 9 hours from Cairo to Siwa city • The program is to be slightly change **֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍֍** **Social media channels:** ✨ Find us on Instagram: [@Greencampegypt](https://www.instagram.com/greencampegypt/) ✨ Event group link: [Whatsapp events group link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JEuBVocq4DL22WdnOmt54d?mode=wwt) ✨ Last trips link: [Youtube Video](https://youtu.be/Mu9FwB96L5E?si=76Q_ToS_Ts-pFII4) • Tell us if you need to customize a trip for your group • Don’t miss our **spring collections of 2025** for outings & trips

Join us as we get together for a Discount Tuesday / Choose Your Movie event to see your choice of two great new films! Option 1 (and the one I'll be seeing) is the top-reviewed comedy-drama, THE CHRISTOPHERS! The film is set in the art world and follows the estranged children of a former artist who hire a forger. It is directed by Steven Soderberg, stars Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel and has been earning rave reviews on the indie circuit. Option 2 is the latest action-thriller starring Bob Odenkirk, NORMAL! The film follows a temporary small-town sheriff who uncovers dark mysteries after a local bank robbery. Here are descriptions, trailers and our plan for this event: THE CHRISTOPHERS: The children of a once famous artist hire a forger to complete some unfinished, long ago abandoned canvases so they'll have a better inheritance when he dies. It is directed by Steven Soderbergh and stars Ian McKellen, Michaela Coel, Jessica Gunning and James Corden. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film is earning an excellent 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it a “dynamic, emotional and surprising journey” and a “compelling chamber piece that works like intellectual comfort food.” Others call the film, an “incredibly funny, comedy drama with plot reversals that make it feel like it’s on the verge of a thriller!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H79-EqzmdwY&t=20s NORMAL: This action-crime-thriller follows a man who comes to the sleepy town of Normal, Minnesota to serve as the temporary sheriff. But a bank robbery leads him to a criminal underground reaches throughout the entire town. The film is directed by Ben Wheatley and stars Bob Odenkirk, Henry Winkler and Lena Headey. The film comes from the same team that brought us Nobody and the John Wick series, so expect an over-the-top, action-filled thrill ride! TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rmm-lM33Qw0&t=19s PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing of both films and will meet in the lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime. Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase is advised (GFC website preferred)! Please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. Showtimes and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

**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. . . .

A movie this big deserves a big dinner! Join us after MICHAEL for fun and delicious dinner at another CMG-favorite restaurant, CAP CITY FINE DINER! RSVPs are limited for the dinner portion of this event! Here are complete details: 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. MENU: [https://capcityfinediner.com/locations-menus/gahanna/menus/dinner/](https://capcityfinediner.com/locations-menus/gahanna/menus/dinner/) RSVP: Dinner immediately following the movie at nearby CAP CITY FINE DINER! Please RSVP for here for the dinner portion of this event at Cap City Fine Diner. Since the dinner portion of this event is limited, please only RSVP if you plan to attend. If your plans change, please update your RSVP as early as possible. Please RSVP in both events, if you plan to attend the movie and dinner. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us for our April Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss *[Stop Me if You've Heard This One](https://www.kristenarnettwriter.com/stopmeifyouveheardthisone)* by [Kristen Arnett](https://www.kristenarnettwriter.com/about) in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.

Let's bedazzle some books while we discuss our April pick: Bloodguard by Cecy Robson! Book description: One hundred years. Tens of thousands of gladiators. And today, only one will rise… Everything in the Kingdom of Arrow is a lie. Leith of Grey thought coming to this new land and volunteering to fight in the gladiator arena—vicious, bloodthirsty tournaments where only the strongest survive—would earn him enough gold to save his dying sister. He thought there was nothing left to lose. He was wrong—and they took everything. His hope. His freedom. His very humanity. All Leith has left is his battle-scarred body, fueled by rage and hardened from years of fighting for the right to live another day. Then Leith meets Maeve, an elven royal who is everything he despises. Everything he should hate. Until the alluring princess offers him the one thing he needs most: a chance to win the coveted title of Bloodguard—and his freedom. But in a kingdom built on secrets and lies, hope doesn’t come cheap. Nor will his ultimate revenge… Event: Please bring your own book, journal, bookmarks, etc to bedazzle. If you have bedazzling supplies, please bring them as well. I will supply gems, glue, and picker tools, but if you have certain colors in mind, you may want to bring your own.

Have you always wanted to check out a rave… but didn’t know where to start? This is your chance. Whether you're a seasoned headbanger or completely new, we’d love to have you out. On April 11, Jessica Audiffred is taking over Otherworld — and this is *not* your typical venue. It’s a massive immersive art space filled with surreal rooms, hidden passages, and interactive exhibits… and for this show, almost all of it is open. So you’re not just going to a concert — you’re stepping into an environment: 🎧 A high-energy bass set that you *feel* 🌀 A labyrinth of trippy, explorable art spaces 👯‍♂️ A group to go with so you’re not figuring it out alone You can lose yourself in the crowd, disappear into another room, find something completely unexpected, and then come back right as the drop hits. No pressure, no “right way” to do it — just explore, move, and take it in at your own pace. 📍 Otherworld, Columbus 🗓 April 11 🕙 Doors open at 10:15 PM (music does not start in the exhibit space until 10:30 PM.) If you’ve been even a little curious about what this scene is like, this is one of the most unique ways to experience it. RSVP if you’re in 👇 There’s no cost to attend with the group—just the event ticket for Otherworld. Tickets are $40, plus some fees 🙄. You can use code "BassBuds" or "Bangers" for $5 off, which makes it \~$43 out the door. 🔗 [https://otherworld.ticketspice.com/jessica-audiffred](https://otherworld.ticketspice.com/jessica-audiffred) This is being posted to Central Ohio Friends and Columbus Social Connection. Please only RSVP to one group.

Semi in honor of March being International Women's Month Columbus libraries: [https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3454709](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3454709) Location: SOW Plated Menu: [https://www.sowplated.com/menu-brunch/](https://www.sowplated.com/menu-brunch/) Book summary: In 2006 Julia Lerner is living in Moscow, a recent university graduate in computer science, when she's recruited by Russia's largest intelligence agency. By 2018 she's in Silicon Valley as COO of Tangerine, one of America's most famous technology companies. In between her executive management (make offers to promising startups, crush them and copy their features if they refuse); self promotion (check out her latest op-ed in the WSJ, on Work/Life Balance 2.0); and work in gender equality (transfer the most annoying females from her team), she funnels intelligence back to the motherland. But now Russia's asking for more, and Julia's getting nervous. Alice Lu is a first generation Chinese American whose parents are delighted she's working at Tangerine (such a successful company!). Too bad she's slogging away in the lower echelons, recently dumped, and now sharing her expensive two-bedroom apartment with her cousin Cheri, a perennial "founder's girlfriend". One afternoon, while performing a server check, Alice discovers some unusual activity, and now she's burdened with two powerful but distressing suspicions: Tangerine's privacy settings aren't as rigorous as the company claims they are, and the person abusing this loophole might be Julia Lerner herself. The closer Alice gets to Julia, the more Julia questions her own loyalties. Russia may have placed her in the Valley, but she's the one who built her career; isn't she entitled to protect the lifestyle she's earned?