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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.

This April, **join us at Expats Living in Rome**, proudly sponsored by FirstMed, to learn the beautiful Italian language for **FREE**. Yes, you read that correctly! All **A1 level Italian classes in April** are fully sponsored by FirstMed Italy. Students only pay a one-time enrollment fee of $50, giving you access to the entire course, amazing resources, and expert instruction. Spaces are limited, so book fast — [reserve your spot now.](https://community.expatslivinginrome.com/) **Note:** Lessons are free for the **first 8 people** who join our community and book with us on **Heartbeat!** 📌Need help moving, living or loving Italy? Let the host at the event know so they can connect you to others or email us at [info@expatslivinginrome.com](http://info@expatslivinginrome.com/) we assist worldwide! Thank you Expats living in Rome Team Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/expats.living.in.rome/](https://www.instagram.com/expats.living.in.rome/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiOOk9EqLjRSh1-7b6ESEc18IX5vYGHuWRdZOFPNSo_HAcuJK-04QltH0P0I_aem_ho6BrmrnH9uOuBMa-26jYA) Website: [www.expatslivinginrome.com](http://www.expatslivinginrome.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmJnXE3P7poOrqO-QxCYr0eNarAqtQREbibaGXzfpeSHe9bwS4OkSy8HcQ9y_aem_6mon6UhtKRGVfy-s94X4Hw) Email: [info@expatslivinginrome.com](http://info@expatslivinginrome.com/)

Ciao! L'appuntamento di aprile è per mercoledì 8 alle 19 con un altro interessante talk in presenza, sempre al [Politecnico di Milano](https://www.google.com/maps/place/45%C2%B028'41.3%22N+9%C2%B013'43.6%22E/@45.478127,9.228763,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d45.478127!4d9.228763?entry=ttu)! Questo mese testiamo un nuovo formato, quello del panel. Per questo motivo, questo mese 4 speaker diversi discuteranno e condivideranno il modo in cui usano l’AI al lavoro. L’AI per molte persone è uno degli alleati più importanti sul posto di lavoro: bisogna però saperla usare con criterio ed etica per ottenerne il meglio. Nello specifico, ecco chi sono i nostri speaker e di cosa parleranno: \- Dennis Ploetner: best practices per sfruttare l'AI nello sviluppo software \- Matteo Enna: come gestire i team non tecnici che desiderano approcciarsi al vibe coding in azienda \- Giovanni Invernizzi: come sfruttare l'AI per un'ottimizzazione avanzata delle web performance \- Stefano Minoia: come utilizzare l'AI per rendere un sito più accessibile Sai cosa c’è di bellissimo? Il fatto che, se vorrai, potrai partecipare anche tu al giro di tavolo condividendo (anche da remoto se ci segui in streaming) il modo in cui anche tu hai integrato l’AI nel tuo flusso di lavoro. Porta i tuoi successi, ma anche i tuoi dubbi e i vostri fallimenti, perchè alla fine community significa crescere l’un l’altro. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Saremo in diretta streaming Non puoi partecipare di persona? Noi non ti giudicheremo! :) Se vuoi, puoi seguirci anche in diretta streaming su YouTube. Il link sarà visibile solo una volta che avrai fatto la tua iscrizione all'evento. Durante la diretta, se vorrai, potrai intervenire anche tu usando una webcam e un microfono per dire la tua: basterà usare il link che verrà fornito via chat. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- I prossimi appuntamenti della community WordPress Checkout Summit La prima conferenza indipendente dal vivo per i professionisti di WooCommerce. 23-24 aprile a Palermo [https://checkoutsummit.com/](https://checkoutsummit.com/) WordCamp Torino 8-9 maggio a Torino [https://torino.wordcamp.org/2026/](https://torino.wordcamp.org/2026/) WordCamp Europe 4-6 giugno a Cracovia [https://europe.wordcamp.org/2026/](https://europe.wordcamp.org/2026/) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- In breve, ecco come sarà organizzata la serata: 19:00 Benvenuto + networking 19:20 Panel (di circa 50 minuti) 20:10 Domande e risposte 20:30 Fine; Chi vuole può continuare il networking in un bar o pizzeria vicino al luogo dell’evento. All’inizio dell’incontro faremo il conteggio per prenotare: per non creare disguidi conferma la presenza solo se sei sicuro di venire. Networking significa che ci sarà tempo per chiacchierare con chi partecipa e fare amicizia. Potresti trovare una persona interessante, un futuro cliente, un futuro fornitore o un nuovo partner di lavoro, chi può dirlo? Non riesci a venire, o devi dare la tua disdetta? Nessun rancore, sarà per la prossima. Ti chiediamo solo di farci sapere 24 ore prima così - liberiamo il tuo posto per altre persone. Vuoi essere speaker? Beh, nulla di più facile: Compila il modulo [cliccando qui](https://wpmilano.org/speaker-form/). Ti risponderemo per fornirti tutti i dettagli. Ci vediamo lì! 😉

🇮🇹 Ciao a tutti sto organizzando una cena per le persone di questo gruppo, solo per conoscerci, fare amicizia, stare insieme in allegria e mangiare del buon cibo, avremmo due chef privati che cucineranno per noi. La cena si terrà a casa mia in terrazza, chiunque voglia venire può fare l'RSVP 🇺🇸🇬🇧 Hello everyone, I am organizing a dinner for the people in this group, just to get to know each other, make friends, have fun together, and eat good food. We will have two private chefs cooking for us. The dinner will be held at my house on the terrace. Anyone who wants to come can RSVP as soon as possible P.s: se potete, portate da bere

**ETRUSCAN COAST TREK — Castello di Santa Severa → Macchiatonda\***🏰🌊🦆 Full-day guided coastal trek (≈6h walking + lunch). Exclusive access to the Pyrgi ruins, walk volcanic black sands, dunes and rare backdune wetlands teeming with birds. Easy 12 km, minimal elevation — ideal for regular walkers and curious expats. Meet 9:30 AM at Castello di Santa Severa (train from Rome). Optional tasting buffet €10. Max 10 people • Guide: Alessandro • English • 18+ • Bring sturdy shoes, rain gear, 1.5L water. No dogs. **How to Participate** To join this amazing adventure, simply send an email to info@natureofsal.com or WhatsApp us directly at +39 351 70 60 636. *Mention you’re from the Expats Living in Rome community to claim your 30% discount!* 👉🏽 For more information [click here](https://community.expatslivinginrome.com/events/F51410) **Your Experience at a Glance** \- Where: \(Exact meeting point will be confirmed\) \- When: 11/04/2026 @ 08:30 \- Duration: Approx\. 6 hours \- Difficulty: Easy \(Beginner\-friendly\) \(Distance: 12 km / 7\.44 miles\, Elevation Gain: Minimal m / 688\.8 ft\) \- Cost: € 39 – 30% discount for Expat members \(Transport not included\) \- Group Size: Limited to 10 participants for an intimate experience

Save the date for this Nature Journaling event at the Botanical Gardens of Rome! (italian version below) Join us for an immersive Nature Journaling experience at the botanical garden, where art, science, and relaxation meet in a green and regenerating environment. During the event, we'll begin with a moment of mindful observation through drawing: we'll stroll among plants and flowers to slow down and connect with nature. A session suitable for everyone, even those with no experience: you'll learn to capture the shapes, details, and colors of plants through free and creative sketches. Alongside the artistic practice, there will be a brief botanical explanation that will guide you through the characteristics of the observed species: flower structure, plants, adaptations, and scientific curiosities explained in a simple and engaging way. We'll conclude the experience with a painting and origami activity inspired by the Japanese garden and cherry blossoms, where we'll transform paper into flowers and create Japanese-style postcards. A chance to slow down, learn, and be inspired by the beauty of the natural world. MATERIALS: All included EXCEPT the basic notebook. Workshop price: 15 (DISCOUNTED price - entrance ticket to Botanical Gardens not included) --- Unisciti a noi per un’esperienza immersiva di Nature Journaling all’orto botanico, dove arte, scienza e relax si incontrano in un ambiente verde e rigenerante. Durante l’evento, inizieremo con un momento di osservazione consapevole tramite il disegno: passeggeremo tra piante e fiori per rallentare il ritmo e connetterci con la natura. Una sessione adatta a tutti, anche a chi non ha esperienza: imparerai a catturare forme, dettagli e colori delle piante attraverso schizzi liberi e creativi. Accanto alla pratica artistica, ci sarà una breve spiegazione botanica che ti guiderà alla scoperta delle caratteristiche delle specie osservate: la struttura del fiore, piante, adattamenti e curiosità scientifiche raccontate in modo semplice e coinvolgente. Concluderemo l’esperienza con un’attività di pittura e di origami su ispirazione del giardino giapponese e dei ciliegi in fiore, in cui trasformeremo la carta in fiori e creeremo cartoline in stile nipponico. Un’occasione per rallentare, imparare e lasciarsi ispirare dalla bellezza del mondo naturale. MATERIALI: tutti inclusi TRANNE il taccuino di base. Prezzo del workshop: 15 (prezzo SCONTATO - NON include il biglietto di ingresso all'Orto Botanico)

**Fee: free, but it'd be appreciated if you could order at least a drink.** Join us for an engaging discussion of *Persepolis,* by Marjane Satrapi, 2000 to 2003. Our book club gatherings are intimate, with a maximum of 15 participants, to ensure everyone has a chance to share their thoughts and the conversation stays on track. **Important details:** * By signing up, you’re committing to attend—please don’t register ‘just in case.’ Confirmation will also be required one week before the event. ❗**If you do not confirm, your spot will be offered to someone on the waiting list**. If you cannot attend, let us know in advance so we can offer your spot to someone else. * **⚠️ No-shows or last-minute cancellations without a valid reason will result in a temporary ban from the next meeting(s). Please be fair to others—signing up is a commitment, and skipping your spot takes away someone else’s chance to join.** * If the event is full, sign up for the waiting list – as soon as a space opens, you’ll be moved to the attendance list. If you don’t get a spot, no worries! The conversation will continue on our **[website](https://feminismbetweenthelines.com/book-of-the-month-2/)**, so you can still participate online. * Please read the book beforehand and come ready to listen, engage, and share your insights. * Send your discussion questions, prompts, or insights to the host in advance. These contributions will be used to create the discussion script. * **Attendance is free, but since we’ll be using a room at the bar, it would be appreciated if everyone could at least order a drink.** Looking forward to sharing ideas, insights, and a great time together!

*The mini tour is in italian, but we can talk a bit in english in the meanwhile, the perfect occasion for practicing too :)* **Pigneto Walking Tour + Colazione con la tua guida locale** **Domenica 12 aprile • 11:30–13:30** **Pigneto, Roma** Una passeggiata lenta per guardare il Pigneto con occhi nuovi. Esploreremo gli angoli più iconici del quartiere: murales, stradine e quell’atmosfera da piccolo paese che rende il Pigneto un mondo a sé. Lungo il percorso cattureremo l’anima del quartiere e dialogheremo sul passato, il presente e il futuro di questo luogo speciale. 📸 **Cosa faremo** * Colazione insieme per iniziare la passeggiata in modo rilassato (non inclusa nel biglietto) * Spazio per osservare, vagare e fotografare ciò che più vi ispira * Riceverete l’iconica **Tote Bag di Pignetismi** 📍 **Punto di incontro** Bottiglieria Pigneto (consumazione alla carta) 💌 **Posti limitati – prenotazione obbligatoria** Un modo semplice e bello per esplorare il quartiere, raccontarne la storia attraverso le immagini e viverlo pienamente. Segui [Pignetismi](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/") e [Pignetismi Book Club](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/") per restare aggiornato sui prossimi eventi e scrivici in DM per entrare nella Community chat e conoscere nuove persone in modo safe. *Le passeggiate sono esperienze informali, basate su storytelling, memoria urbana e vissuto personale del quartiere, senza spiegazioni storico-artistiche né interpretazione di beni culturali.* *Il contributo economico richiesto riguarda esclusivamente l’esperienza narrativa e di community e non un servizio di guida turistica.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Pigneto Walking Tour + Breakfast with your local** **Sunday, april 12th • 11:30–13:30** **Pigneto, Rome** A slow Sunday walk to see Pigneto with fresh eyes. We’ll explore the neighborhood’s most iconic corners — its murals, narrow streets and that small–town atmosphere that makes Pigneto feel like a world of its own. Along the way, we’ll capture the soul of the area and have a dialogue about past, present and future of this neighborhood. 📸 **What we’ll do** * Breakfast together to start the walk in a relaxed way *(it's not included in the ticket)* * Space to observe, wander, and photograph what inspires you most * You'll receive the iconic Pignetismi Tote Bag. 📍 **Meeting point** Bottiglieria Pigneto 💌 **Limited spots – reservation required** A simple and beautiful way to explore the neighborhood, tell its story through images, and experience it fully. Follow **[Pignetismi](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/")** and **[Pignetismi Book Club](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/")**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/")to stay updated on upcoming events, and DM us to join the Community chat and meet new people in a safe space. *The walks are informal experiences based on storytelling, urban memory, and personal experiences of the neighborhood. They do not include historical-artistic explanations or the interpretation of cultural heritage.* *The financial contribution requested relates exclusively to the storytelling and community experience, and not to a tour guide service.*

✨ UniVerso — Poetry Game @ Cabaret Voltaire Roma La poesia accade, quando si condivide. ✍️ Un verso a testa 🌍 Ogni tavolo, una voce 📜 Un foglio, poesia collettiva Un invito che fa scrivere insieme, per chi lo fa da sempre e per chi non ha mai iniziato. — ✨ UniVerso — Poetry Game @ Cabaret Voltaire Roma Poetry happens when it’s shared. ✍️ One verse each 🌍 Each table, a voice 📜 One page, collective poetry An invitation that brings people to write together, for those who always have and for those who never have. — 📅 9 aprile — ore 20:00 🍷 Ticket: 10€ Include accesso alla serata + un bicchiere di vino + tesseramento 🍷 Ticket: 10€ Includes access to the event + one glass of wine + membership — 🎤 Open Mic finale 📍 Cabaret Voltaire Roma Via Panisperna 87 Rione Monti

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 want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty. Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. Look for us upstairs!

The topic for April is "Water" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

In April WQC's Creativity Circle will be making beaded bracelets and keychains! All supplies provided, open to all, bring yourself (and a friend or two) for when you are able to make it in the two hour window. Note: Seats are Limited to the provided space at the Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.

Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. **New to electronics or curious about tinkering?** You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building. While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.

**The Data-Driven Brand: Using Analytics to Shape Perception** Can you use analytics to improve tacos? This being CBUSDAW, we think the answer is probably “yes”, but we’re not sure how to implement or test this theory. For our April meetup we’ve got Sara Kear, CMO of Condado Tacos, to investigate this delicious question. Sara will explore how she blends quantitative data and qualitative customer feedback to shape brand positioning and drive business decisions. We all know that marketing and analytics go way beyond attribution. Sara will show how Condado uses customer insights to inform product and pricing strategy. She’ll also highlight how Condado leverages customer feedback at scale to influence operational priorities, positioning marketing as the voice of the customer across the organization. In the last 12 years Condado has gone from one location in Columbus to 52 locations across 10 states, so we’re guessing there’s more to that growth than really good guac (though the guac probably helps). Ultimately, this talk focuses on the intersection of art and science—using data to inform creativity and build a brand that resonates with customers in a measurable way. **About Our Speaker** Sara Kear is Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos, where she oversees brand, restaurant design, menu and pricing strategy, off-premise including catering, and customer data strategy. Since joining in 2021, she has helped grow the brand from 19 to 52 locations while building a data-driven marketing organization focused on loyalty and customer insights. Condado has since been named to the Inc. 5000, recognized as Breakout Retailer by Chain Store Age, and consistently ranked among FastCasual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)