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CIAO! Hello¡ Salut¡ Hola! Zdravo! Hallo! Hej! Ola! Ahoj! Namastè! Privjet! Nihao! Are you ready to learn a new language and meet new people? 🌍🗣 🇮🇹 ITALIANO: Anche questo lunedì iniziamo la settimana con il nostro social TANDEM LINGUISTICO! Dove? Nella solita location al Caffè Letterario 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/EkzXSCoTKu7AmVgD6 a partire dalle ore 19.30 per parlare, imparare nuove lingue e conoscere nuove culture. L'ingresso all'evento e le conversazioni sono GRATUITE! È tuttavia richiesta una consumazione obbligatoria per tutti i partecipanti. 🍹 PREZZI Analcolici (Coca Cola, Tonica, Fanta, ecc.): 5€ Birra, Calice di Vino e Amari: 6€ Spritz e Cocktail: 10€ 🥳 APERICENA OPZIONALE! Durante l'evento, potrai anche goderti un'Apericena al costo di 15€ (food + drink)! 🍽 🗣 LE NOSTRE TAVOLE DI CONVERSAZIONE (GRATUITE): 🇩🇪 TEDESCO con Chiara 🇧🇷 PORTOGHESE con Chiara 🇫🇷 FRANCESE con Pauline 🇪🇸 SPAGNOLO con Lucia 🇬🇧 INGLESE con Antonia 🇬🇷 GRECO con Grigorios 🇮🇹 ITALIANO BASE con Chiara 🇮🇹 ITALIANO INTERMEDIO con Sara 🇮🇹 ITALIANO AVANZATO con Alfredo 🇬🇧 ENGLISH VERSION: Tandem language exchange is an informal way to meet people from different countries and practice languages in a friendly environment. Conversations start at 19.30. Entrance and conversations are FREE! PLEASE NOTE: Participation requires a mandatory drink purchase for all attendees. 🥂 DRINK PRICE LIST Soft Drinks: 5€ Beer, Wine, Digestives: 6€ Spritz & Cocktails: 10€ 😋 OPTIONAL APERICENA DEAL: 15€ (food + drink) 🗣 FREE CONVERSATION TABLES: 🇩🇪 German with Chiara 🇧🇷 Portuguese with Chiara 🇫🇷 French with Pauline 🇪🇸 Spanish with Lucia 🇬🇧 English with Antonia 🇬🇷 Greek with Grigorios 🇮🇹 Italian (Basic) with Chiara 🇮🇹 Italian (Intermediate) with Sara 🇮🇹 Italian (Advanced) with Alfredo 📍 HOW TO GET THERE: From any METRO B station, get off at PIRAMIDE, walk left toward Via Ostiense, pass below the bridge, and keep walking until number 95. You will find Caffè Letterario on your left. LOCATION Caffè Letterario: 📍https://maps.app.goo.gl/EkzXSCoTKu7AmVgD6 More the merrier! SHARE THE CULTURE! 🌍

DESCRIPTION: Join us on an unforgettable tour where we'll explore Rome's iconic sites. Since most of these sites are well-known, the focus will be on lesser known aspects. The goal is the gain insight but keep the info limited so the tour ends in 90 mins. Participants will likely remember the presentations and won't feel overwhelmed with TMI that can easily be found on wikipedia or through AI. ITINERARY : Spanish Steps, Sallustian Obelisk and the revolution of Rome's city planning, Aqua Virgo, Trevi Fountain, Galleria Alberto Sordi, Pantheon Piazza Navona DISTANCE: 1\.87 km \| 1\.16 miDuration: 2 hrs TIP-BASED tour: You pay what you want at the end. If you pay based on your satisfaction, you encourage quality work and discourage substandard work. RSVP: There are other people who book this tour through other platforms. In order to avoid needlessly delaying the start of the tour please confirm or cancel your participation on the tour day by messaging me.

## 🥗 English Happy Hour @ Malama Pokè - I Granai 🌮 **The Only "English-Only" Happy Hour in Town!** Ti aspettiamo da **Malama Pokè** per un aperitivo internazionale unico! Che tu sia un italiano che vuole allenare l'inglese o un expat appena arrivato in città, questo è il posto giusto per fare networking, mangiare bene e parlare rigorosamente in inglese. ### 🕒 Quando * **Ogni Martedì e Venerdì** * **Dalle 17:00** (Perfetto per un break post-lavoro o studio!) ### 📍 Dove **Malama Pokè - Centro Commerciale I Granai** Un ambiente fresco, moderno e accogliente dove il cibo sano incontra la conversazione globale. ### 💸 Il Format: 15 Euro All-Inclusive Con la tua partecipazione avrai diritto a: * **A scelta:** 1 Poké Bowl personalizzata **OPPURE** 2 Tacos gourmet. * **Drink:** Una bevanda a scelta (Alcolica o Analcolica). * **Language Exchange:** Un tavolo di conversazione guidata dove l'unica regola è: **No Italian allowed!** 🚫🇮🇹 *** ### 📢 Perché partecipare? 1. **Zero stress:** Non è una lezione di scuola. Si parla, si ride e si impara davanti a un drink. 2. **Global Vibes:** Incontra persone da ogni parte del mondo. 3. **Healthy Food:** Gusta il miglior pokè della zona mentre espandi il tuo vocabolario.

Nella vita di ogni persona accadono delle coincidenze particolari. Questo evento si rivolge a coloro che sono curiosi di conoscere storie di coincidenze affascinanti e spesso miracolose. Avremo a disposizione dei libri che raccolgono decine di storie VERE di coincidenze. Sceglierò per voi le più belle. Tranquilli, nessuna noia: si leggono in tre minuti ciascuna! E le risate sono assicurate. Anche io racconterò le mie esperienze (non a caso ne sono molto appassionato) e daro' alcuni suggerimenti per avere qualche vantaggio. Ogni partecipante se vuole potrà farlo. L 'evento non ha scopo né di lucro né di vendita libri. Di solito possiamo occupare gratuitamente il tavolo della caffetteria; a volte basta consumare un semplice caffè. ( * Può sembrare una iniziativa strana, ma già anni fa il direttore di rai notte Gabriele La Porta raccoglieva le esperienze dei telespettatori, molte delle quali ha poi pubblicato in un libro).

✨ The Dolce Vita Rome ✨ The Dolce Vita Rome is a friendly, open group where you can meet new people, relax, and feel genuinely welcome from the moment you arrive 🤍 This is an expats / internationals / locals meetup, open to everyone who lives in Rome between the ages of strictly 25-39, and is looking to make friends. If you're a tourist or looking for a dating-like event please find other events, our members come to the event to make local friends. 🌍 We speak English 🌍 People of all nationalities are very welcome 🇮🇹 Italians are absolutely welcome too — we just ask you to please speak English when possible, so everyone can feel included 🗓 Thursday, 28th of May ⏰ 8:00 – 11:00 pm (you’re very welcome to stay longer 😉) 📍 Vinificio, Testaccio — just a short walk from Trastevere and Piramide metro You'll find us as you enter on the left by the couches near the DJ stand. 💬 How it works Everyone is welcome, as long as you live or plan to live in Rome and are between the ages of 25–39. You can come alone or with friends — many people come solo and leave with new connections. We’ll be there to make sure everyone feels comfortable and respected. We actively look out for the group and don’t tolerate any behavior that crosses boundaries. Francesco, Yanni, Alexandra — your Dolce Vita hosts and some friends — will be there to welcome you, introduce people, and help everyone feel at ease ✨ 🍹 Aperitivo info The ticket does not include food or drinks. You’re free to order whatever you like and pay directly at the bar. There’s no minimum spend, but it’s expected to grab at least a small drink or bite 🍷🍴 📲 Stay connected To get updates, last-minute changes, and access to extra free events outside the main calendar, we recommend joining our WhatsApp community. https://chat.whatsapp.com/GufN8xM5e6P3rehOc82uHt A group to meet new people, hang out, and build real friendships, one event at a time 💫 See you soon! 🥂

[English at the bottom] Nuovo incontro Mellon per giocare e condividere momenti intorno ai giochi da tavolo in ottima compagnia Melloniana! Le prenotazioni per l'evento saranno aperte fino a 24h prima dell'evento. La partecipazione all'evento è gratuita, vi ricordiamo però che il locale prevede una spesa minima. Vi chiediamo infine di mantenere un comportamento amichevole e rispettoso verso gli altri membri e partecipanti e di non causare danni alle infrastrutture e ai giochi da tavola messi a disposizione, da noi e da altri eventuali membri, pena il rimborso del danno Durante l'evento verranno scattate delle foto da condividere sui Social per pubblicizzare il gruppo, nel caso in cui non vogliate essere ripresi/comparire fatecelo sapere e provvederemo di conseguenza. Dite Mellon ed entrate! / Mae govannen mellon nin! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- New Mellon meeting to discover, play and enjoy boardgames with your your best Mellonish company! RSVP open till 24h before the event. Event is free of charge, even though the venue may require minimum order per person. We kindly ask you to maintain friendly and respectful behaviour towards all people attending and not to cause any damage to the venue and the games offered by it or by other participants, otherwise we will ask you to reimburse the article. We may take a few pictures/short videos during the event to be published on our Socials, in case you do not agree with this please let us know! Say Mellon and enter! / Mae govannen mellon nin!

Una serata semplice e conviviale per incontrarsi, bere qualcosa insieme e raccontare un progetto di vacanza creativa che prenderà vita in Puglia dal 10 al 16 agosto. Tra masserie, trulli, mare e paesaggi della Valle d’Itria, nascerà una settimana dedicata al teatro, al movimento espressivo, alla musica, alla relazione e alla condivisione. Non una vacanza turistica tradizionale, ma un’esperienza immersiva fatta di pratiche artistiche accessibili a tutti, incontri umani, convivialità e tempo vissuto insieme. Durante la serata racconteremo: • come nasce il progetto “Incursioni Artistiche” • l’atmosfera della vacanza creativa • le attività previste • il luogo che ci ospiterà • il senso di vivere un Ferragosto diverso, più autentico e condiviso L’incontro è aperto anche a chi è semplicemente curioso e vuole conoscere nuove persone interessate all’arte, al viaggio e alla creatività. Ognuno paga liberamente la propria consumazione. Libreria Bistrot Gli esploratori, via Trionfale 88, 00195 Roma (Metro A Cipro; Metro A Ottaviano San Pietro)

## Un format che invita ad andare oltre la copertina delle persone, delle storie, dei luoghi (comuni), e creare relazioni di valore. Dopo il successo dell’evento realizzato a settembre, nel corso della Rome Future Week, prosegue la collaborazione fra ReadMeet e TuSai. Questa volta l’appuntamento è alla libreria caffè letterario Mangiaparole, uno dei luoghi storici della vita culturale romana, nel pieno del quartiere Appio Latino, a due passi dal cinema Trianon e dalla fermata Furio Camillo della metro. Da un lato **Readmeet**, un’app di incontri e networking di valore che utilizza i libri invece delle foto per costruire match e relazioni, non soltanto d’amore ma anche di amicizia. Basata su una logica da Community, ha al suo interno anche canali social dedicati ad argomenti legati ai libri, alle relazioni d’amore e alla lettura. Nel canale YouTube sono disponibili videointerviste agli scrittori più amati e di successo. Dall’altro **TuSai**, il progetto internazionale ESG di sostenibilità sociale olistica che ha al centro il benessere delle persone e che propone percorsi e workshop che integrano l’arte, la mindfulness e la condivisione orizzontale tra i partecipanti. **Il 31 maggio TuSai e Readmeet fanno “match” negli spazio della Libreria Caffè Letterario Mangiaparole in via Manlio Capitolino 7/9 a pochi passi passi dalla Stazione M Furio Camillo.** Ancora una volta fulcro dell’attività sarà un workshop esperienziale firmata TuSai, creato per chi non si accontenta di uno swipe sul cellulare ma crede nel valore delle interazioni umane. In un tempo in cui si cerca di conoscersi in pochi secondi, “Conoscersi tra le Righe” invita ad attivare creatività e ascolto personale per leggere (e lasciarsi leggere), tra le righe. Evento gratuito, Prenotazioni obbligatoria, posti limitati [https://www.tusaiforpeople.com/readmeet/](https://www.tusaiforpeople.com/readmeet/) ## Cosa faremo insieme: Guidati dalla metodologia creativa di **TuSai**, i *Meeters* avranno modo di conoscere sé stessi e gli altri tramite il gioco e la lettura, e prenderanno parte ad un workshop esperienziale che vuole fa cambiare prospettiva sul dating. * **Creatività, letture condivise, pratiche di presenza e momenti di dialogo reale.** Una serata diversa, in cui, tramite disegni e colori, si prenderà contatto con le proprie emozioni e la fantasia dei libri per dar forma ad un linguaggio universale: quello dell’empatia, dell’ascolto profondo e di un sentire condiviso che sorprende a ogni incontro. * **Incontri & Networking di alto valore.** Per un’esperienza immersiva che va oltre lo swipe, oltre i luoghi comuni, oltre le prime impressioni. * **Introspezione e relazione:** un’esperienza relazionale e trasformativa, dove ogni pagina è un pretesto per raccontarsi, e ogni incontro un potenziale specchio di ciò che conosci, sai…e sei. * **Libri, libri, ed ancora libri.** Ad ogni partecipante sarà proposto di pensare ad un libro che lo/la rappresenta: il resto si scriverà insieme. ##### **E non finisce qui…** Scopri di più e prenotati GRATIS a questo link, i posti sono limitati ! [https://www.tusaiforpeople.com/readmeet/](https://www.tusaiforpeople.com/readmeet/)

**E SE LA "REALTÀ" FOSSE UN SOGNO? COSA SUCCEDE QUANDO TI SVEGLI?** Da queste domande provocatorie nasce **"Un altro mondo"**, un cerchio immersivo per esplorare il nostro spazio interiore puro, libero da aspettative e condizionamenti. Simone e Giulia, artisti e creativi, apriranno con una breve presentazione sugli strati del "sogno indotto" che viviamo ogni giorno. Seguiranno domande aperte per accendere delle riflessioni e guidare il dialogo verso nuove prospettive. **NOTA BENE: Non è un gruppo di terapia né uno sportello di ascolto**, ma un luogo creativo e consapevole dove ognuno porta la propria presenza, curiosità e responsabilità. **Obiettivo:** connetterci profondamente e creare una realtà più consapevole nel quotidiano. **Porta:** te stessə, un telo per sederti sull'erba, taccuino e penna per appunti. **Quando:** Domenica 31 maggio, h18 (appuntamento h17:45). **Dove:** Metro EUR Palasport **Posti limitati**: massimo 10 partecipanti (minimo 3). Se ti iscrivi, assicurati di poter partecipare davvero, ogni posto non utilizzato potrebbe togliere l’opportunità a qualcun altro. Sei inoltre invitatə a controllare le notifiche e la casella dei messaggi per qualunque comunicazione riguardante l’incontro. A presto!

This is the 50th Anniversary of the Judgment of Paris. Significantly, in 1976, California wines unexpectedly outperformed French wines in a blind tasting with nine French judges, challenging the perception that only French wines were of the highest quality. This event helped elevate the status of California wines on the global stage and is considered a pivotal moment in wine history. House Wine, in Worthington, modestly, recreates that moment in history with a tasting both American and French wines in a fun, casual atmosphere. Come at 6:45, pay your fee at the register and join your friends for this "Judgey" tasting. https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine/the-judgment-of-paris-turns-40/ Arrive when you can and we'll have a table for gathering. Feel free to bring your own food as it is welcomed at this local gem or order from the newly opened Worthington Inn, or local favorites such as Dewey's, Everest, Jet, Worthington Tavern and The Whitney. Each person pays their tasting fee, typically $15, and gets their wine glass, then approximately five pours of the wines being served. **Parking is tough**. Try the second lot behind House Wine accessed by the land by the back parking lot or the municipal lot one block north of House Wine. **Waiver and Liability and Attendance Policy.** Participation by you and your guests means you agree to the Waiver of Liability and Attendance Policies on our Group Page. People who have two more or Attendance policy violations are subject to removal from the group.

Art in the Park: DIY Garden Mosaic Stepping Stone Saturday, May 30, 2026 In this fun hands-on workshop, let your creativity flow as you design and craft your own mosaic stepping stone, perfect for adding a personal touch to your outdoor space! You will use concrete, colorful tiles, and your imagination to create a unique piece of garden art. No experience needed! We will provide the concrete, molds, tiles, and some inspiration patterns. If you have any ceramic pieces, glass, or stones of your own that you would like to add to your mosaic, feel free to bring them, but we will also have plenty on hand. Your mosaic stepping stone will need to set and dry, so we will create them on this day and you will pick yours up within the next week. * Ages 16+. * Registration required by May 26. * Yard ReWild discount applies. Class Fee: $20 1PM - 3PM Location: Shelter 6, Infirmary Mound Park Register here [https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/269/May-2026](https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/269/May-2026)

Happy Birthday to all June birthday people! I put this on the schedule because it's my birthday month, and this is my favorite place; it's also Dave Koczur's (MAFIA meetup leader) birthday on June 8; if you who are reading this have a June birthday as well, tell us in the Comments! For anyone off work or with a flexible schedule, come to Pistachio Vera in German Village for a tea and pastry. We will try to get a table outside. If convenient, you could put a fold up chair in your car in case we can all sit outside but we run out of chairs. https://www.pistaciavera.com/

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.

**✅ Bachata Mondays with Todd Smith!** **👉 Beginner Bachata Class** **$15 In Advance / $20 At the Door** . 7:00 pm – 7:15 pm … Registration 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm … Beginner Class . **👉 Intermediate Bachata Class** **= $15 In Advance / $20 At the Door** . 8:15 pm – 8:30 pm Registration 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Intermediate Class . **👉 If You Take Both Bachata Classes** **= $25 In Advance / $35 At the Door** . **👉 Buy Advance Tickets Now at:** . https://columbussalsadancing.com/bachata-mondays-dance-class-tickets/

**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.